Every generation has a story. And now, nearly 40 years since the original film and a decade after the last disappointment, Star Wars is set to return to theatres next month to captivate an entirely new audience. 

And it’s not just movies, but a worldwide marketing campaign, along with books, video games, theme park rides and more set to launch alongside a new trilogy of films. So this week, we take a look at the meaning of Star Wars - both old and new.

Show Notes: Star Wars: The Force Awakens* Trailer – YouTube * "Fall Of The Empire: How Inner Turmoil Brought Down LucasArts" - Game Informer * "Disney To Open Star Wars Theme Parks" – CNN