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This week, we’re wrapping up our discussion of The Rising Storm by Cavan Scott. How dangerous is the Nihil’s new weapon? What might the future hold for the pirates and the Republic? How do genre-bending and new literary techniques fit into Star Wars storytelling? Also, we accidentally talk about feet. There are some audio issues because Ashton […]
We continue our discussion of Star Wars Visions: Ronin by Emma Mieko Candon this week with a conversation about tangled motives, ways the alternate universe of this novel deviates from and coincides with canon, and the little things we appreciate about this book. Plus, we accidentally talk a lot about blood. For this book, we’re highlighting Black […]
This week, we’re starting our discussion of Star Wars Visions: Ronin by Emma Mieko Candon, the tie-in novel to the a anime short “The Duel.” We discuss expanding the franchise’s cultural horizons, the possibilities afforded by alternate universes, and what it means to return Star Wars to its Japanese roots. For this book, we’re highlighting Black & Pink […]
Join us for our discussion of Tales of the Jedi, Disney+’s new series of animated shorts. Why choose short form for the first season, which focuses on Ahsoka and Dooku? Who is the ideal audience? What else does Dave Filoni have in his hat?? All this and more in our latest bonus episode! For this episode, […]
Join us for the second part of our discussion of Sarah Kuhn’s audio drama Doctor Aphra, an adaptation of Kieron Gillen’s first run of the Darth Vader comics. We talk about the nature of Aphra’s relationship with Vader, Aphra’s queer identity, and the story’s cross-media connections. The cause we’re highlighting for this episode is the #BooksSaveLives campaign at […]
This week, we’re beginning our discussion of Doctor Aphra, Sarah Kuhn’s audio drama adaptation of Kieron Gillen’s first run of the Darth Vader comics. What does Aphra’s perspective on Vader offer to our understanding of the Sith lord? Is Aphra a reliable narrator? And what makes the criminal archeologist so damn likeable, anyway? The cause we’re highlighting for […]
This week, we’re discussing Star Wars: The High Republic, a comics series from IDW written by Daniel José Older. What do visuals add to our understanding of this era of Star Wars? What should become of Force-sensitive children whom the Jedi won’t train? Why is Krix the worst? Listen for our thoughts on these topics and more. […]
This week, we’re wrapping up our discussion of Claudia Gray’s The High Republic: Into the Dark. What do we think about Cohmac taking Reath under his wing? How are the Drengir similar to–and unlike–any Dark Side foe we’ve previously seen in Star Wars? What are our initial impressions this first bit of Project Luminous? Find out on […]
This week, we’re starting our discussion of Claudia Gray’s The High Republic: Into the Dark. Join us as we discuss horror in Star Wars, team-ups between Force-sensitive folks and “normal” sentiments, and Jedi who are kind of awful at being Jedi. The cause we’re highlighting for this bonus episode is the Brave Space Alliance. Donate to support […]
This week, we wrap up our discussion on Disney+’s Obi-Wan Kenobi. Join us as we answer listener questions, praise Deborah Chow, and explain why The Volume is superior to little green boxes. The cause we’re highlighting for this series of bonus episodes is Indigenous Women Rising. Donate to support the only national-scope, Native-led abortion fund in the […]
This week, join us for the first part of our discussion on Obi-Wan Kenobi, the Disney+ limited series directed by Deborah Chow. Find out what we were excited to see, what other Star Wars media enriched our viewing experience, and how much Chris can yell excitedly about his favorite feral raccoon of a character. The cause we’re highlighting […]
This week, we discuss Justina Ireland’s Star Wars The High Republic: A Test of Courage. Our conversation includes discussing the moon of Wevo, our cast of characters, and whether we’re sure this is a middle grade book. The cause we’re highlighting for this bonus episode is the Brave Space Alliance. Donate to support the first Black-led, […]
This week, we discuss the first season of The Bad Batch. Find out what we enjoyed, what we think could be improved for season 2, and the ways in which we see the show strongly interlocking with the wider Star Wars universe. Plus, Kristen waxes poetic about both clones and blue bois. The cause we’re highlighting for this bonus episode […]
This week we finish our conversation on Disney+’s The Book of Boba Fett! We discuss how we felt about the book tie-ins in the series, and what we’d hope for in season 2. Plus, we reveal what we would prefer to cuddle: one Rancor-sized Grogu or 100 Grogu-sized Rancors! The cause we’re highlighting for these […]
Listen to the first part of our conversation on Disney+’s THE BOOK OF BOBA FETT! We cover our general impressions, the show’s storytelling structure, and our high and low points for the season. Plus, Kate makes a special appearance while procrastinating her thesis! The cause we’re highlighting for these bonus episodes is The International Rescue […]
This week concludes our dive into LIGHT OF THE JEDI. Join us as we question the plan for Loden Greatstorm and his all-too-perfect name, discuss what happened between Avar and Elzar, and, of course, talk shit about Yoda. The causes we’re highlighting for this group of episodes are donating blood (find a drive here) and/or […]
This week we continue our read of LIGHT OF THE JEDI. Turns out the Jedi were bad even 200 years ago! We discuss that, the incredible power of the Force, and how ancient Tarkins are going to skin Kassav alive. The causes we’re highlighting for this group of episodes are donating blood (find a drive […]
This week continues our read of LIGHT OF THE JEDI. What’s going on with the Nihil? Why is Elzar on this mission? Who is Mari’s great-great-great-great-great-great-great nephew? We’ll answer at least one of these questions in this episode. The causes we’re highlighting for this group of episodes are donating blood (find a drive here) and/or […]
This week on Book Wars Pod, we dive into the High Republic era with Charles Soule’s LIGHT OF THE JEDI. “When and where are we?” suddenly has a radically different answer than usual, but some of our hosts are skeptical of the time gap. We also discuss the strength of the Force – and by […]
This week on Book Wars Pod, we conclude our analysis of and sh*tposting about THRAWN ASCENDANCY: CHAOS RISING. Are the Chiss particularly advanced? How has this book changed what we know about Thrawn? How the hell does sky walking work? We attempt (keyword: attempt) to answer these questions and more. The organization we’re highlighting for […]
This week on Book Wars Pod, we dive into the final chapters of THRAWN ASCENDANCY: CHAOS RISING. Our discussion includes Thrawn’s meeting with Anakin, Ar’alani’s role, and whoever the f*ck Jixtus is. The organization we’re highlighting for this group of episodes is the Texas Equal Access Fund. If you have the means to donate, you […]
This week we continue our long-delayed discussion of THRAWN ASCENDANCY: CHAOS RISING. We talk about the politics of the Chiss Ascendancy, why Thurfian and Zistalmu hate Thrawn so much, and whether Thrawn and Ar’alani should bone. The organization we’re highlighting for this group of episodes is the Texas Equal Access Fund. If you have the […]
This week, we continue our conversation about THRAWN ASCENDENCY: CHAOS RISING. We discuss what makes Thrawn stand out from other Star Wars protagonists, Thalias’ purpose, and, of course whether Thrawn is blue. The organization we’re highlighting for this group of episodes is the Texas Equal Access Fund. If you have the means to donate, you […]
This week, we dive into Tim Zahn’s THRAWN ASCENDANCY trilogy with CHAOS RISING, reading through chapter 5. We discuss our favorite blue boy (not Hondo), the ever-present question of “when and where are we,” and how the galaxy would be different if Thrawn was/wasn’t a horse girl. The organization we’re highlighting for this group of episodes […]
This week, we’re thrilled to welcome Zoraida Córdova, author of STAR WARS: GALAXY’S EDGE A CRASH OF FATE, “You Owe Me A Ride,” and “Wait for It” to the pod! We chat with Zoraida about what made her choose to write about Boba Fett, what romance novel she’d write for the galaxy far, far away, […]
This week’s episode marks the conclusion of our coverage of FROM A CERTAIN POINT OF VIEW: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK. In this wrap-up we discuss whether this book has this changed our enjoyment of the film, THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK, what did (and didn’t) work for us as snobby readers, and which authors we want […]
The crew reads the rest of FROM A CERTAIN POINT OF VIEW: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK, discussing stories from Brittany N. Williams’s “Faith in an Old Friend” to Tom Angleberger’s “The Whills Strike Back.” We dive deep on how this book treats Lando and gets at his surprisingly strong feelings of responsibility, and, of course, […]
At long last, the crew returns to FROM A CERTAIN POINT OF VIEW: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK, discussing stories from Zoraida Cordova’s “Wait for It” to Martha Wells’s “Bespin Escape.” Discussion topics include the consumption of food through helmets, which bounty hunters are the dumbest, and, as always, how everything in space is gay. The […]
This week, we continue our exploration of FROM A CERTAIN POINT OF VIEW: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK, from Django Wexler’s “Amara Kel’s Rules…” being super gay (and a good look at Imperial conscripts) to Daniel Jose Older’s “STET!” giving us a view into a very tiny world of crime. One thing that all these stories […]
This week, we continue our exploration of FROM A CERTAIN POINT OF VIEW: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK, from R.F. Kuang’s brilliant “Against All Odds” making us finally care about Dak, to Seth Dickinson’s “The Final Order” spiraling deep into New Order paranoia. Some stories fill us with hope, while others make us wonder if the […]
This week on Book Wars Pod we begin our discussion of FROM A CERTAIN POINT OF VIEW: THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK. We cover “Eyes of the Empire” by Kiersten White, “Hunger” by Mark Oshiro (they/he), “Ion Control” by Emily Skrutskie, “A Good Kiss” by C.B. Lee, and “Kendal” by Charles Yu. The organization we’re highlighting for […]
This week on Book Wars Pod we wrap up our discussion of E.K. Johnston’s QUEEN’S PERIL. We explore the depiction of war on Naboo, how this book improves THE PHANTOM MENACE, and what we hope to see from the upcoming QUEEN’S HOPE. The organization we’re highlighting for this group of episodes is The Loveland Foundation. […]
This week on Book Wars Pod we discuss the final half of E.K. Johnston’s QUEEN’S PERIL. We explore relationships (both friendly and, ahem, more), Naboo’s political structures and obligations, and the impact of queer representation in YA. The organization we’re highlighting for this group of episodes is The Loveland Foundation. If you have the means to […]
This week we start our analysis of QUEEN’S PERIL by E.K. Johnston. In this episode we take a look at the days before the Invasion of Naboo and how much more competent some teenage girls are than the Chancellor of the Senate. Also: Miranda does some gay screaming. The organization we’re highlighting for this group […]
This week we wrap up our analysis of SHADOW FALL by Alexander Freed. We cover a new galactic cult, some more Squishy War Time (TM), and where our favorite (secretly) soft squadron goes from here. The organization we’re highlighting for this group of episodes is Advance Native Political Leadership. If you have the means to […]
This week we discuss the final chapters of Alexander Fred’s SHADOW FALL. Discussions range from hypothesizing what happened in the Sith Temple to whether our favorite Soft Boy, Wyl Lark, can handle leadership The organization we’re highlighting for this group of episodes is Advance Native Political Leadership. If you have the means to donate, you […]
This week, we continue our discussion of chapters 12 – 16 of SHADOW FALL by Alexander Freed. We touch on the backstories of Kairos, Adan, and IT-O, Chass’ cult history, and why Wyl Lark is too soft to realize he’s become a leader. The organization we’re highlighting for this group of episodes is Advance Native […]
This week, we dive into chapters 7-12 of Alexander Freed’s SHADOW FALL. Join us as we pity Yrica, beg Chass to get it together, and consider Keise to be downright deranged. The organization we’re highlighting for this group of episodes is Advance Native Political Leadership. If you have the means to donate, you can do […]
This week, we begin our time with Alexander Freed’s SHADOW FALL. In our discussion of chapters 1-6, we talk about character development since Alphabet Squadron, the realities of the rebels becoming the New Republic, and whatever is happening with Kairos’ strange collectibles habit. The organization we’re highlighting for this group of episodes is Advance Native […]
This week, as we prepare to dive into SHADOW FALL by Alexander Freed, we look forward at all the Star Wars books content coming in the next several months, talk about what excites us, and what we hope for as Star Wars TV show tie-ins become more prevalent. The organization we’re highlighting for this episode […]
In this week’s episode, we chat with @RanaLaPine to conclude our coverage of The Mandalorian Season 2. The conversation ranges from initial reactions, hopes for Season 3, and Clone Wars/Rebels/book tie-ins to the fact that Chris has somehow become a Boba Fett fan. Other important questions include: where is the Boston of the Star Wars […]
This week on the pod, we have a great conversation with Justice @FireSprayProto, Tyrone @LammaticHama, Dillon @aDillonDev, and Danny @DannyPirtle19 about season 2 of The Mandalorian cast members Gina Carano and Rosario Dawson, transphobia in Star Wars, and why Kathleen Kennedy, Jon Favreau, and Dave Filoni need to do better. Going forward, we’ll highlight a social […]
This week on the pod, special guest @celestialintent returns to wrap up Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge A Crash of Fate by Zoraida Córdova. We talk about whether this book makes us want to go to Galaxy’s Edge IRL, the book’s connection to the films, and Córdova’s writing. We also bring back our (accidentally forgotten) Easter eggs […]
This week on the pod, special guest @RanaLaPine joins us to finally wrap up our discussion of Resistance Reborn by Rebecca Roanhorse. We talk about how this book does (and mostly doesn’t) tie into The Rise of Skywalker, a set of functional parents (?! in MY Star Wars?), third party actors throughout the universe, and why […]
This week on the pod, @celestialintent returns to discuss the second half of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge A Crash of Fate by Zoraida Córdova (chapter 12 – end). We talk about the suspicious lack of the First Order, the rarity and beauty of telling a smaller story in the Star Wars universe, and ~teenage romance~. […]
This week on the pod, @celestialintent joins us in our first discussion of Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge A Crash of Fate by Zoraida Córdova (start – chapter 11). We talk about who’s returning (and who’s new), life under the First Order, and plans gone awry. Adriana will join us throughout our reading, so stay tuned! If you […]
Download This week we continue our discussion on Resistance Reborn by Rebecca Roanhorse (chapters 22-end). We discuss how Finn and Poe are definitely not, not at all, totally a couple, leaders who are so bad at their jobs that BOTH their underlings defect, and self-sacrifice running rampant in the franchise. If you have the means and […]
Download This week we continue our discussion on Resistance Reborn by Rebecca Roanhorse (chapters 10-21). We talk about the drag-alongs our rag tag team from last week was able to drum up, the Resistance’s various teams’ inability to follow directions while on assignment, and our old friend, Ransolm Casterfo. If you have the means and are […]
Download This week we start Resistance Reborn by Rebecca Roanhorse. We talk about the book as a tie-in to other media (and whether it feels like a tie-in), what redemption might look like for some returning characters, some old friends being dragged back into war, and, of course, Leia. During this episode, we reference the following […]
Download This week we finally read Galaxy’s Edge: Black Spire by Delilah S. Dawson. We talk at length, with special quests Meg (@jane_anon) and Rob (@SmoothLikeMayo) about the problematic plot and writing of this book, and beg LFL and Del Rey to do better. We also mention this tweet thread from friend of the Pod […]
Download This week we wrap our discussion of Alphabet Squadron, by Alexander Freed. We talk about the trauma that emerges during war, dive deep into a few of our favorite characters from the novel, and discuss why Alexander Freed is going to ruin us with this trilogy. For a list of black-owned bookstores to order […]
Download This week we continue our discussion of Alphabet Squadron, by Alexander Freed (chapter 15 through the end of the book). We talk about how the merry band of misfits accidentally stumbles into not killing everyone, and the evolving mindsets of both the Republic pilots and the Imperial ones. For a list of black-owned bookstores […]
Download This week we continue our discussion of Alphabet Squadron, by Alexander Freed (chapters 10 through 14). We discuss Hera’s penchant for bringing trash people together and making them useful, Yrica’s inability to bond with her team, and the lack of a moral code in the New Republic. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars […]
Download This week we continue our discussion of Alphabet Squadron, by Alexander Freed (chapters 6 through 9). We talk about the impact being in a war zone can have on your friend group, the birth of the book’s namesake squadron, and HERA MOTHERF*CKIN’ SYNDULLA. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the franchise’s […]
Download The hosts take time to discuss the protests around the country in response to the murder of George Floyd, police brutality, and how (and why) it matters for EVERYONE, in fandom and out. Resources for those who want to learn more: Places to donate: – https://blacklivesmatters.carrd.co/ – Minnesota Freedom Fund – https://www.joincampaignzero.org/ – Black […]
Download Sure it’s five months late, but the hosts finally get around to reviewing The Rise of Skywalker. TSR is the flagship show of the Tosche Station Network. If you like what you hear, subscribe and leave a review on Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher, and Google Play. For more great shows from us, you can also subscribe […]
Download This week we’re starting our discussion of Alphabet Squadron, by Alexander Freed (the start of the book through chapter 5). We meet our merry band of misanthropes, try to pin down what’s happening in the different timelines, and figure out where in the galaxy it’s all going down. We also talk about the trauma […]
Download This week we’re wrapping up our discussion of TARKIN by James Luceno. We talk about the progression of the Empire, from Order 66 and CATALYST through the OT era, as well as ask the question: does anyone actually respect Darth Vader? (Spoilers: other than Tarkin, no). Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe […]
Download This week we’re finishing up the reading for TARKIN by James Luceno. We cover the different loyalties and motivations of the beings that make up the Empire, how Tarkin is Smart (TM), and what that little rascal Palpatine’s end-game might be. Now, ONTO THE WRAP! Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through […]
Download This month the Kanjikast, the hosts look back on the first season of The Mandalorian and feature one Very Special Guest.
Download This week we’re continuing our discussion on TARKIN by James Luceno. We cover how to fight an empire and how an empire ought to respond to such a “fight,” or in this case, an act of open hostility! We also cover Darth Vader being dramatic (like in most episodes, TBH). Book Wars Pod explores […]
Download TSR returns with the hosts newly christened parents amidst a pandemic, but that’s okay because it’s time to finally talk about The Mandalorian! TSR is the flagship show of the Tosche Station Network. If you like what you hear, subscribe and leave a review on Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher, and Google Play. For more great shows […]
Download This week we’re starting our discussion on TARKIN by James Luceno and talking about everyone’s favorite topic – bureaucrats! Also, thinking about Vader and whether he has any friends, and how the Emperor treats his lackeys. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the franchise’s non-screen media: the canon novels, comics, and […]
Download Chris and Kate and joined again by Jaclyn (@jbandos) in part 2 of our conversation on JEDI: FALLEN ORDER. We share some more overall thoughts on the game, likes and dislikes, and what we’d like to see out of a sequel. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the franchise’s non-screen media: […]
Download Chris and Kate and joined by Jaclyn (@jbandos) to talk JEDI: FALLEN ORDER. In the first half of our two-part conversation, we discuss the pained and cut-short relationship between Cere and Trilla, as well as wax poetic about how great of a character Merrin is. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through […]
Download This week we’re wrapping up our discussion on MYTHS & FABLES by George Mann, discussing “Gaze of Stone” and how middle-grade fiction might be the perfect format to learn more about Weird Force Sh!t. We end with some general thoughts on the book, as well as a criticism on the lack of representation and […]
Download This week we’re talking about MYTHS & FABLES by George Mann, discussing the canon implication of these myths, how seriously we should take them, and how “The Wanderer” might give clues as to what to expect from the Jedi in THE HIGH REPUBLIC project. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the […]
Download This month the Kanjikast the hosts catch up on the news and talk about the Dragon Age videogame franchise. Why Dragon Age? Because we can. All glory to Lady!Hawke.
Download We’re back for your quarantine listening pleasure! Miranda and Chris discuss VADER IMMORTAL: EPISODE II and talk about how Vader’s plans, as always, make no sense. We also discuss whether this episode makes full use of the Oculus Quest’s VR technology, and what we want to see from EPISODE III. Book Wars Pod explores […]
Download Hosts Bria, Rocky, and Megan bid farewell on this final installment of The Vongcast. Thanks to all who have listened! You can find Megan on Twitter with the handle @blogfullofwords, Rocky with @ladydarthcaedus, and Bria with @chaosbria. This podcast has been brought to you in part by your support on Patreon! If you like what you hear, you can subscribe to […]
Download We’re continuing our discussion on season 1 of THE MANDALORIAN – where do we want the show to go from here? What does it change about what we know and don’t know about Mandalore, the Darksaber, and Bo-Katan Kryze? Tune in as we look at where Din, Baby Yoda, Cara, and co. fit into […]
Download This month the Kanjikast the hosts catch up on the news and talk about a little trip to Galaxy’s Edge at Walt Disney World. Spoilers for the Rise of the Resistance attraction begin at 58:15.
Download We’re taking another break from the books to talk about season 1 of THE MANDALORIAN! What did we like? What directors do we want to see return next season? Where art thou Baby Yoda?! This episode covers our initial reactions and listener questions – be sure to tune in to our next episode to […]
Download This week we’re wrapping up our discussion of Timothy Zahn’s THRAWN: TREASON and talking all about the Chiss Ascendancy. What do we still want to know about them, and what are we hoping to see in the upcoming THRAWN ASCENDANCY: CHAOS RISING? Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the franchise’s non-screen […]
Download This week we’re finishing our read of Timothy Zahn’s THRAWN: TREASON (ch. 17 through the end of the book), discussing loyalty in the Empire again and the fact that Thrawn is still smarter than you. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the franchise’s non-screen media: the canon novels, comics, and video […]
Download All hands, tentacles, and claws on deck! The Vongcast is back with their next episode as Rocky, Megan, and Bria discuss the Invasion comics by Tom Taylor. You can find Megan on Twitter with the handle @blogfullofwords, Rocky with @ladydarthcaedus, and Bria with @chaosbria. This podcast has been brought to you in part by your support on Patreon! If you like […]
Download It’s part three of our The Rise of Skywalker reactions! Now that we’ve spent some time unpacking what we thought of the film, we turn to the story, how it affects the universe we already know, and what we want to see going forward in the galaxy far, far away. Book Wars Pod explores the […]
Download It’s part two of our The Rise of Skywalker reaction! We talk about some of our reactions to the plot of the film, the pacing, and smaller issues we had with it. Please note that this episode is an unfiltered, relatively negative take on the film – we’ll be back to our larger, objective, […]
Download It’s part one of our massive three-part reaction series to The Rise of Skywalker! Our hosts (including Kate, back from the dead, it’s a miracle) share their reactions to the film as a whole and dive into some issues they had with characterizations. We also discuss @spacejessss’s SWRepMatters article on the sidelining of Rose Tico: […]
Download This week we’re continuing our read of Timothy Zahn’s THRAWN: TREASON, talking about the Grysks and the threat they post to the Empire (and why no one seems to care, besides Thrawn). We also dig deeper into loyalty and treason in a divided Empire, and how stupid Ronan’s cape looks. Book Wars Pod explores […]
Download Welcome back to the Brewhouse! This month Chris from the Tosche Station staff and Book Wars Pod joins us to craft a disaster Holiday Special beer utilizing Picobrew’s Model C system and Freestyle PicoPak Crafter. If you want to brew along with us, the recipe is below! You Know it When You See It […]
Download We’re starting our read of Timothy Zahn’s THRAWN: TREASON with Stardust vs. TIE Defenders, who’s actually treasonous, capes, and the Chiss Ascendency. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the franchise’s non-screen media: the canon novels, comics, and video games. Check out our guide to past episodes, and subscribe on iTunes, Google […]
Download We’re wrapping up E.K. Johnston’s QUEEN’S SHADOW: discussing Padmé’s loyalty to a corrupted institution, and answering listener questions. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the franchise’s non-screen media: the canon novels, comics, and video games. Check out our guide to past episodes, and subscribe on iTunes, […]
Download This week on TSR: Bye-bye Benioff and Weiss, gearing up for The Rise of Skywalker, Baby Yoda’s the cutest Star War, and MACLUKEY! TSR is the flagship show of the Tosche Station Network. If you like what you hear, subscribe and leave a review on Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher, and Google Play. For more great shows […]
Download This month the Kanjikast the hosts catch up on the news and discuss Seyn Marana and Inferno Squad.
Download In this first Movie Mini Episode, Kristen and Miranda watch, react to, and chat about the first 35(ish) minutes of Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens. (Rey and Finn just took the Falcon off the surface of Jakku.) Watch along with them while you listen, or stream the pod by itself and see […]
Download All hands, tentacles, and claws on deck! The Vongcast is back with their next episode as Rocky, Megan, and Bria discuss Mercy Kill, the final Star Wars novel by the late, great, illustrious pun master Aaron Allston. You can find Megan on Twitter with the handle @blogfullofwords, Rocky with @ladydarthcaedus, and Bria with @chaosbria. This podcast has been brought to […]
Download We’re continuing E.K. Johnston’s QUEEN’S SHADOW, and noting how the shadow of the Clone Wars are already gathering five years before the fighting starts. But that’s not the only war on our minds: what if Padme had lived to found the Rebellion? This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars […]
Download This week on TSR the hosts are joined by Bria to review Resistance Reborn by Rebecca Roanhorse. This episode does feature in-depth discussion and spoilers! TSR is the flagship show of the Tosche Station Network. If you like what you hear, subscribe and leave a review on Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher, and Google Play. For more […]
Download We’re starting our read of E.K. Johnston’s QUEEN’S SHADOW, talking about diplomacy and what makes Padmé and her handmaidens so compelling after all these years. Were they the heroes Star Wars needed this whole time, not the Jedi? This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the franchise’s […]
Download This week on TSR there’s a new Rise of Skywalker trailer and we’re gonna talk about it! TSR is the flagship show of the Tosche Station Network. If you like what you hear, subscribe and leave a review on Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher, and Google Play. For more great shows from us, you can also subscribe […]
Download This month the Kanjikast catches up on the news and features an interview with Greg Pak live from Baltimore Comic Con.
Download We’re wrapping up our read of Paul S. Kemp’s LORDS OF THE SITH, and finally diving into some of the problematic writing we’ve hinted at over the past few episodes. Plus, a look at what Belkor and Mors show about the Empire vs. the First Order, and a discussion about Ryloth, parallels to real-life […]
Download All hands, tentacles, and claws on deck! The Vongcast is back with their next episode as Rocky, Megan, and Bria discuss The Unifying Force by James Luceno. You can find Megan on Twitter with the handle @blogfullofwords, Rocky with @ladydarthcaedus, and Bria with @chaosbria. This podcast has been brought to you in part by your support on Patreon! If you like what […]
Download We’re finishing our read of Paul S. Kemp’s LORDS OF THE SITH, chapter 14 through the end of the book, discussing the morality (and mortality) of Darth Vader, the Emperor’s real motivations and goals, and whether we’ve transported into Harry Potter because there’s a LOT of spider content in here. This podcast is NOT […]
Download This week on TSR: Kamala gets the video game treatment, Jupiter Ascending is a thing, you got Kevin Feige in my Star Wars, and a whole boatload of Star Wars books. TSR is the flagship show of the Tosche Station Network. If you like what you hear, subscribe and leave a review on Spotify, iTunes, […]
Download We’re continuing through chapters 8-13 of Paul S. Kemp’s LORDS OF THE SITH, talking about the necessary strategic issues that come with running a resistance movement. And, further discussion of Vader’s relationship with the Emperor (yikes!). This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the franchise’s non-screen media: […]
Download We’re starting our read of Paul S. Kemp’s LORDS OF THE SITH with an examination of where Ryloth and the Empire stand right now, the forever-extra shenanigans of Darth Vader, and a discussion of Cham Syndulla, Saw Gerrera, and terrorism vs. freedom fighters. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores the Star […]
Download This month on The Mouse Droid, we catch up on the news and revel in Galaxy’s Edge opening at Disneyland. The Mouse Droid on Twitter: @mousedroidshow The Tosche Station Network on Twitter: @ToscheStation Email The Mouse Droid is a part of the Tosche Station Podcast Network. If you like what you hear, subscribe and […]
Download To celebrate our recently-released 100th episode, Kate, Chris, Kristen, and Miranda take Patreon subscriber questions. Learn what our dream jobs in the Star Wars universe would be, who our dream authors are for the galaxy, and much more! Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the franchise’s non-screen media: the canon novels, […]
Download Western Reaches is back with an all new episode! The hosts catch up and discuss Control, Hades, The Return of the Obra Dinn, and Tacoma. You can find Megan on Twitter with the handle @blogfullofwords and you can find Saf with @Wanderlustin. Be sure to subscribe to Western Reaches on iTunes/Google Play and subscribe to the Tosche Station Radio […]
Download All hands, tentacles, and claws on deck! The Vongcast is back with their next episode as Rocky, Megan, and Bria discuss The Final Prophecy/em> by Greg Keyes. You can find Megan on Twitter with the handle @blogfullofwords, Rocky with @ladydarthcaedus, and Bria with @chaosbria. This podcast has been brought to you in part by your support on Patreon! If you like what […]
Download From Dragon Con 2019 is a special panel talking all things Thrawn with Timothy Zahn. Moderating is our own Nanci. Tosche Station Radio is the official podcast of ToscheStation.net. If you like what you hear, subscribe and leave a review on iTunes and Google Play. For more great shows from us, you can also […]
Download Authors E.K. Johnston and Claudia Gray talk the Prequels. Moderating is our own Bria. Tosche Station Radio is the official podcast of ToscheStation.net. If you like what you hear, subscribe and leave a review on iTunes and Google Play. For more great shows from us, you can also subscribe to the Tosche Station Network […]
Download For our 100th (!!) regular episode, we’re wrapping up Claudia Gray’s MASTER AND APPRENTICE with a discussion about the book’s genre, parting Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan thoughts (for now), and how watching The Phantom Menace is a total trip now. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the franchise’s […]
Download From Dragon Con 2019 is the Galaxy’s Edge panel. Moderating is Brian Larsen. Panelists include Nanci Schwartz, Chadwick Miller, Riley Blanton, Holly Frey, and Bryan Young. Tosche Station Radio is the official podcast of ToscheStation.net. If you like what you hear, subscribe and leave a review on iTunes and Google Play. For more great […]
Download From Dragon Con 2019 is the Solo retrospective panel. Moderating is Thomas Harper. Panelists include Christy Morris, Michael Morris, Nathan Laws, Rebecca Fant, Bria LaVorgna, and author E.K. Johnston. Tosche Station Radio is the official podcast of ToscheStation.net. If you like what you hear, subscribe and leave a review on iTunes and Google Play. […]
Download After a brief, unexpected hiatus, we’re back to discuss the last bit of MASTER AND APPRENTICE by Claudia Gray! What are Rael’s true motivations? What’s the worst that can happen when we take prophecies literally? Plus, we discuss Pax’s characterization. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free and covers chapter 26 through the end of the […]
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Download Special audio alert! Back on August 10th, our own Bria was at the One More Page bookstore moderating a panel with Zoraida Cordova, author of Star Wars: A Crash of Fate, one of the Galaxy Edge tie-in novels. This podcast has been brought to you in part by your support on Patreon!
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Download Welcome back to the Brewhouse! This month Manda from the Tosche Station staff and Rebel Dispatch joins us to craft a Leia themed monster stout utilizing Picobrew’s Model C system and Freestyle PicoPak Crafter. If you want to brew along with us, the recipe is below! Does it Come With a Spear? Characteristics: 7.8% ABV […]
Download This week the Brian and Nanci present a special Tosche Station Network look at the Walt Disney World edition of Galaxy’s Edge! A huge thank you to Andrew for inviting us to a castmember preview over the weekend. We discuss our experience at Galaxy’s Edge, highlight the sights and sounds, and gush all about […]
Download All hands, tentacles, and claws on deck! The Vongcast is back with their next episode as Rocky, Megan, and Bria discuss Force Heretic III: Reunion by Shane Dix and Sean Williams. You can find Megan on Twitter with the handle @blogfullofwords, Rocky with @ladydarthcaedus, and Bria with @chaosbria. This podcast has been brought to you in part by your support on Patreon! […]
Download We’re diving into Claudia Gray’s latest foray into the Star Wars universe, MASTER AND APPRENTICE. This week, we’re discussing Obi-Wan and Qui-Gon’s relationship and what’s surprised us about their characterization, as well as spitballing about Jedi prophecies. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free and covers chapters 1-11. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through […]
Download Join us as we discuss ILMxLAB’s first first Star Wars virtual reality experience, VADER IMMORTAL: EPISODE 1. What did we enjoy about the experience? Where do we think it has room to grow? What are we hoping for in the second and third episodes, to be released this fall? All this and more on this […]
Download This week, we’re wrapping up our discussion of DOOKU: JEDI LOST by Cavan Scott. Join us as we talk about whose story this audio drama really belongs to, our final thoughts about the medium, and answer your social media questions. Plus: Kristen has an airhorn app. Please help us. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. […]
Download We’re continuing our journey through DOOKU: JEDI LOST by Cavan Scott this week with a discussion of all things Jedi Order. How much are the Jedi responsible for creating Count Dooku? What should their role be in the galaxy? What were their failings toward the end of the Republic? This episode covers track 14 […]
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Download This month on The Mouse Droid, we catch up on the news and revel in Galaxy’s Edge opening at Disneyland. The Mouse Droid on Twitter: @mousedroidshow The Tosche Station Network on Twitter: @ToscheStation Email The Mouse Droid is a part of the Tosche Station Podcast Network. If you like what you hear, subscribe and […]
Download This week, we’re starting Star Wars‘ very first audio original, DOOKU: JEDI LOST by Cavan Scott! Join us as we discuss this new-to-the-franchise storytelling medium, what we learn about Jedi lore, and how the story ties into Star Wars: The Clone Wars. This episode covers through track 13 and is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod […]
Download All hands, tentacles, and claws on deck! The Vongcast is back with their next episode as Rocky, Megan, and Bria discuss Force Heretic II: Refugee by Shane Dix and Sean Williams. You can find Megan on Twitter with the handle @blogfullofwords, Rocky with @ladydarthcaedus, and Bria with @chaosbria. This podcast has been brought to you in part by your support on Patreon! […]
Download This week on TSR, we catch up on the news and review Alphabet Squadron! TSR is the flagship show of the Tosche Station Network. If you like what you hear, subscribe and leave a review on Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher, and Google Play. For more great shows from us, you can also subscribe to the Tosche […]
Download We’re wrapping up MOST WANTED by Rae Carson this week with a wide-ranging discussion on female characters and “likeability,” how we view Solo after reading this novel, and what we’d want from a direct or indirect sequel to the film. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the […]
Download We’re discussing the second half of Rae Carson’s MOST WANTED this week! Qi’ra’s female role models, Han’s opinions on droids, and a lot of love for the novel’s fantastic secondary characters. Plus: Kate tells another embarrassing story about Chris. This episode was named after Kristen’s many, many misspellings of Qi’ra’s name… This podcast is […]
Download This month on The Mouse Droid, we catch up on the news and revel in Galaxy’s Edge opening at Disneyland. The Mouse Droid on Twitter: @mousedroidshow The Tosche Station Network on Twitter: @ToscheStation Email The Mouse Droid is a part of the Tosche Station Podcast Network. If you like what you hear, subscribe and […]
Download All hands, tentacles, and claws on deck! The Vongcast is back with their next episode as Rocky, Megan, and Bria discuss Force Heretic I: Remnant by Shane Dix and Sean Williams. You can find Megan on Twitter with the handle @blogfullofwords, Rocky with @ladydarthcaedus, and Bria with @chaosbria. This podcast has been brought to you in part by your support on Patreon! […]
Download We’re starting our read of MOST WANTED by Rae Carson this week! Join us as we (of course) figure out what year it is, as well as take a deep dive into Han and Qi’ra’s characters, and how they differ between this book and Solo: A Star Wars Story. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. […]
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Download It’s our second podcast anniversary! Join us as we discuss our favorite franchise, fandom, and podcasting moments from the past two years. Plus, we’re announcing the winner of our Star Wars Celebration giveaway! This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through the franchise’s non-screen media: the canon novels, […]
Download Welcome back to the Brewhouse! This month Dave Clark formerly of Sounder at Heart and currently of the Tacoma Defiance joins us to craft a Wicket W. Warrick themed pale ale utilizing Picobrew’s Model C system and Freestyle PicoPak Crafter. If you want to brew along with us, the recipe is below! Yub Nub Freedom […]
Download We’re wrapping up our read of BATTLEFRONT: TWILIGHT COMPANY by Alexander Freed this week! Join us as we discuss what drives the Rebellion, Namir’s added value to the company, and your social media questions. Plus: Kate geeks out over Western modern and postmodern war literature. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores […]
Download This week on TSR, catch up on a whole bunch of Star Wars news! TSR is the flagship show of the Tosche Station Network. If you like what you hear, subscribe and leave a review on Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher, and Google Play. For more great shows from us, you can also subscribe to the Tosche […]
Download From Awesome Con 2019 is the 20 Years Later: The Phantom Menace retrospective panel. Moderating is Bria LaVorgna. Panelists include E.K Johnston, Emily, and John Liang.
Download All hands, tentacles, and claws on deck! The Vongcast is back with their next episode as Rocky, Megan, and Bria discuss Desitny’s Way by Walter Jon Williams. You can find Megan on Twitter with the handle @blogfullofwords, Rocky with @ladydarthcaedus, and Bria with @chaosbria. This podcast has been brought to you in part by your support on Patreon! If you like what […]
Download We’re finishing our read of BATTLEFRONT: TWILIGHT COMPANY by Alexander Freed, discussing chapter 30 to the end of the book and discussing Howl and Namir’s relationship, Chalis’s true motivations, and what it means to Twilight (and the Rebellion as a whole) that Namir decided to stay and liberate Pinyumb. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. […]
Download From Celebration is the Military in Star Wars panel. Alex Damon (YouTube’s Star Wars Explained), Daniel Orrett (YouTube’s Spacedock), John Liang (Inside Defense), Marc G. (The Templin Institute), and Star Wars authors Jason Fry and Alexander Freed. Major Thomas Harper (U.S. Army) moderates. Thanks to John Liang for the audio. TSR is the flagship […]
Download We’re continuing our read of BATTLEFRONT: TWILIGHT COMPANY by Alexander Freed, discussing chapters 21-29 and thinking about the moral challenges of liberating populations who don’t want to be saved, Thara Nyende’s crash course in what fascism really means, and the effects of the Empire’s empowering of loyal but stupid leaders. This podcast is NOT […]
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Download We’re continuing our read of BATTLEFRONT: TWILIGHT COMPANY by Alexander Freed, discussing chapters 8-20 and thinking about some of the similarities between Namir and Chalis, the consequences of being too cynical, and how a story without heroes means that no one is ever safe. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores the […]
Download This week on TSR, we’re in the Endgame. Yes, this episode contains spoilers! TSR is the flagship show of the Tosche Station Network. If you like what you hear, subscribe and leave a review on Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher, and Google Play. For more great shows from us, you can also subscribe to the Tosche Station […]
Download We’re beginning our read of BATTLEFRONT: TWILIGHT COMPANY by Alexander Freed by, as always, figuring out where and when in the galaxy the story takes place, examining loyalty among the Rebel Alliance, and thinking about the unique aspects of a story with no heroes. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores the […]
Download In this second part of our Star Wars Celebration coverage, we discuss every single trailer we got to see in Chicago: The Rise of Skywalker, Vader Immortal, Jedi: Fallen Order, The Mandalorian, The Clone Wars season 7, and what we could clean from Star Wars Resistance season 2. Plus, we discuss what we hope to see from the mysterious Project […]
Download We’re joined by Jess of Lousy Beautiful Town Pod to discuss our experiences at and reactions to Star Wars Celebration Chicago! What upcoming projects are we excited for? What are we a bit skeptical of? What were our favorite moments? Listen in to find out! This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores […]
Download We’re wrapping up our read of AFTERMATH: EMPIRE’S END by Chuck Wendig with a wide-ranging discussion on the nature of reading and writing trilogies, the emotional impact of the end of the series, and, of course, your social media questions. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. Book Wars Pod explores the Star Wars universe through […]
Download For this episode, we’re discussing the last quarter of AFTERMATH: EMPIRE’S END by Chuck Wendig! Join us as we discuss the Battle of Jakku, the destruction of the Empire, and what creepy Force stuff Palpatine might have been up to when researching the Unknown Regions. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free and covers “Interlude: The […]
Download All hands, tentacles, and claws on deck! The Vongcast is back with their next episode as Rocky, Megan, and Bria discuss Traitor by Matthew Stover. You can find Megan on Twitter with the handle @blogfullofwords, Rocky with @ladydarthcaedus, and Bria with @chaosbria. This podcast has been brought to you in part by your support on Patreon! If you like what you hear, […]
Download This week on TSR: Captain Marvel made a ton of money, Endgame prepping, finding out which Harry Potter characters we are, and answering some Celebration Chicago questions. TSR is the flagship show of the Tosche Station Network. If you like what you hear, subscribe and leave a review on Spotify, iTunes, Stitcher, and Google Play. […]
Download Our read of AFTERMATH: EMPIRE’S END by Chuck Wendig continues this week! Join us as we discuss the transformation of the Empire into the First Order, the impossibility of neutrality, and murder children. Plus, lots and lots of Sinjir feels! This podcast is NOT spoiler-free and covers chapters 21 through 31. Book Wars Pod […]
Download This month on The Mouse Droid, we look at all the big news out of Galaxy’s Edge. The Mouse Droid on Twitter: @mousedroidshow The Tosche Station Network on Twitter: @ToscheStation Email The Mouse Droid is a part of the Tosche Station Podcast Network. If you like what you hear, subscribe and leave a review […]
Download We’re continuing our read of AFTERMATH: EMPIRE’S END by Chuck Wendig this week! How is democracy corrupted by bad actors? How has Jas’s attitude toward her aunt Sugi’s legacy changed throughout the series? Will Mas Amedda ever escape his misery?! Join us as we discuss these topics and more. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free […]
Download We’re pumped to welcome Ally of the Knights of Wren podcast to talk about the first season of Star Wars Resistance! Join us as we discuss what we love about the series so far, character deep dives, connections to the larger galaxy, and what we hope to see next season. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. […]
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Download Kristen is back from Denmark just in time for our next book! We’re starting AFTERMATH: EMPIRE’S END by Chuck Wendig, and discussing the usual light topics: New Republic politics, revenge, and impending parenthood. Also: Don’t be a jerk, don’t pirate books! This podcast is NOT spoiler-free and covers the start of the book through […]
Download All hands, tentacles, and claws on deck! The Vongcast is back with their next episode as Rocky, Megan, and Bria discuss Enemy Lines II: Rebel Stand by Aaron Allston. You can find Megan on Twitter with the handle @blogfullofwords, Rocky with @ladydarthcaedus, and Bria with @chaosbria. This podcast has been brought to you in part by your support on Patreon! If you […]
Download This week, we’re finishing our wrap-up of LEIA: PRINCESS OF ALDERAAN by Claudia Gray! Join us as we discuss Leia’s future balancing of parenting with politics and your social media questions! Plus, Kristen adds some screaming on the outline from Denmark. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. It also mentions plot points from BLOODLINE by […]
Download Join us this week for the first part of our wrap-up conversation on LEIA: PRINCESS OF ALDERAAN by Claudia Gray! We’re discussing Leia’s destiny, her politics beginnings, and the model of marriage Bail and Breha presented to her. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free. It also mentions plot points from BLOODLINE by Claudia Gray, which […]
Download We’re reading the last half of LEIA: PRINCESS OF ALDERAAN by Claudia Gray this week! Join us as we discuss the morality of oppression and rebellion, Mon Mothma as a mentor for young Leia, and the relationship our favorite princess has with Amilyn Holdo. This podcast is NOT spoiler-free and covers chapter 15 through […]