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Join me as I discuss the Ins and outs of Star Wars.
Also included in this Force-heavy exploration is Random Trek, a Star Trek podcast brought to you by a collaboration between myself and my good friend Chris Ingle, as well as occasional dives into other aspects and properties of film and television.
My name is Brennen Marr, and I am proud to be a nerd. In addition to my geeky pursuits, I am a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, an aspiring storyteller, and an award-winning trivia competitor.
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On this week’s episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 22nd century and the adventures of the NX-01 Enterprise. When scientists on Earth in the Arctic discover the wreckage of a mysterious spacecraft that crashed 100 years prior, they inadvertently release a dangerous foe into the Galaxy. It's up to the intrepid crew of the Enterprise to intercept these dangerous villains and stop them before they can cause more damage. Join us as we go boldly!
We are about 8 months away from the return of Star Wars to the big screen. From the minds of Dave Filoni and Jon Favreau comes the continuation of the story of everyone's favorite helmeted hero and his little green friend! Join me as I share a few brief thoughts on the teaser to what is sure to be a joyous adventure filled with the wild and wacky imagery that fans have come to love!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I are joined by our special guest Scott Ferguson to take a look at arguably the greatest science fiction film ever made, Stanley Kubrick's 1968 masterpiece "2001: A Space Odyssey". Join us as we take a journey beyond the infinite and explore the possibilities of existence!
I began my podcast in August of 2018. We have now reached the beginning of the 8th season of the show and the amount of amazing storytelling we've gotten in the years since I began has been staggering and so very essential to the saga of that galaxy far, far away. Joining me today to discuss these marvelous stories and my good friends Scotty and Gerry from my excellent fellow podcast the Bombadcast!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 32nd century and the finale of Star Trek: Discovery. With Burnham and Moll trapped within the technology of the Progenitors, it’s up to Commander Rayner and the intrepid crew to defend themselves and prevent the Breen from capturing said technology and perverting it into a weapon. Join us as we go boldly!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the turn of the 25th century and the continuing adventures of the retired Jean-Luc Picard. As Romulan agents close in on our heroes, Hugh manages to help the aforementioned Picard and Dr. Soji Asha escape via a teleportation device to a remote planet where they will find help. And let us say that who they find is a very welcome sight indeed! Join us as we go boldly!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the animated storytelling of the final frontier! First, we take a look at the original animated series, wherein the USS Enterprise enters an alternate universe where time flows backwards; Second, we take a look at Lower Decks, wherein the crew of the USS Cerritos meet alternate universe versions of themselves; and Third, we take a look at Prodigy, wherein we learn the backstories of the “crew” of the Protostar. Join us as we go boldly!
On this week’s episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for Edgar Rice Burrough’s reimagined Mars, known in his stories as the world of Barsoom. When a former Confederate soldier of the American Civil War is mysteriously transported to the aforementioned Red Planet, he finds himself in the middle of a complicated political situation involving the Princess Dejah Thoris and the machinations of the evil Therns. Join us as we go boldly!
“Every generation has a legend.” We are just two years away from 50 years of Star Wars, and in that time we've seen the saga expand in every way imaginable. The generation that experienced the original trilogy in theaters is no longer the only generation to bring their opinions to the table on the entries that have come since. Younger generations that grew up with the prequel trilogy and even younger still who experienced the sequels Connect with them on an emotional level that can be hard for the older generations to understand. Joining me to discuss the evolution of Star Wars analysis with each passing generation is my good friend Ken Napzok. Join us!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the Delta Quadrant and the journey home of the USS Voyager. When the crew comes across an alien communication network, they make contact with a Federation starship on the other side of the galaxy in the Alpha Quadrant. When they receive no answer, they send the holographic Doctor to determine the situation. Join us as we go boldly!
One cannot overstate the importance of “geek/nerd” conventions in the last few decades. Not only do they give fans the opportunity to meet the celebrities who have influenced them, they have been a major source of movie announcements and news that play a significant role in building the hype of your favorite franchises. Joining me today to discuss our adventures at conventions like this is my friend and fellow podcaster Eric from Starlight Beacons Transmissions. Join us!
On this week's episode on our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for space station Deep Space Nine. In this particular story, Commander Sisko sets out to prove an ancient theory that Bajorans reached the Cardassian system using solar-sail powered spacecraft. Join us as we go boldly!
On this week's episode of our show, captain Ingle and I set a course for the 24th century and the continuing voyages of the USS Enterprise-D. When Captain Picard and crew Come across a damaged alien vessel, they are surprised to discover that one of the survivors is a teenaged human boy. Join us as we go boldly!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 23rd century and the continuing adventures of the USS Enterprise. This time around, Captain Kirk and crew encounter a strange species that has presented itself in the form of a wizard and a witch in a spooky medieval castle! Join us as we go boldly!
Andor is unique among Star Wars storytelling because it does not feature any major characters who actively use the power of the Force. But I believe that the series is very much centered on the concept of the Force. Join me as I share why Andor is very much about that energy field that exists in all things.
On this week’s episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the year 1985 and the misadventures of the time-travelling teen Marty McFly. In what is without question one of the most iconic films of the 1980s, young Marty accidentally finds himself back in the year 1955 wherein he encounters his parents as teenagers. When things go wrong, he must find a way to make sure that history plays out as it should. Join us as we go boldly!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the mid-23rd century and the continuing voyages of the USS Enterprise. As Mr. Spock prepares for a ceremony to convince his future in-laws that he is worthy of marrying into their family, an encounter with strange alien beings turns him fully human! Join us as we go boldly!
On this week’s episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 22nd century and the exploratory voyages of the NX-Enterprise. After a mysterious alien vessel commits an attack on the eastern coast of North America, Captain Archer and crew are tasked with hunting down the beings responsible! Join us as we go boldly!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the early 25th century and the out-of-retirement adventures of Admiral Jean-Luc Picard. In this particular installment, the ragtag crew of the La Sirena travel to the Vegas-like Stardust City to locate Bruce Maddox, who holds the secret location of Data's other daughter. Join us as we go boldly!
The 2010s were a golden age of scifi cinema, and I like to believe that the film that began this renaissance was Christopher Nolan's mind-bending masterpiece Inception. Join us as we take a deep dive into the world of dreams, love, and loss presented to us by one of the most powerful and influential films of the 21st century!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the world of Star Trek animation! We begin with the original animated series, wherein Doctor McCoy is accused by an alien race of causing a devastating plague. In our second episode, the USS Cerritos challenges a fleet of AI controlled starships to a "mission-off' to see who is more capable. And finally, in our third episode, the crew of the Protostar discovers an alien civilization which has based its culture on an encounter with the original USS Enterprise. Join us as we go boldly!
Star Wars: Andor is one of the most explicitly political entries in the entire saga in that galaxy far, far away. Joining me today to discuss how this magnificent series speaks to the issues we deal with today is my friend Dorina. Join us as we examine the themes of resistance in this groundbreaking show!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 24th century and the furthest reaches of the Delta Quadrant. When the USS Voyager encounters a 1930's pickup truck floating in space, this leads them to the discovery of humans from 1937 in stasis on an alien planet. Among these is non other than famous aviator Amelia Earhart! Join us as we go boldly!
It's been a few weeks since the conclusion of Star Wars: Andor, and I'd like to share a few thoughts on this incredible series. Because the show is so layered and full of depth it is impossible to discuss it all in one sitting. But I have a few thoughts that I would like to share with you today.
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 24th century and the intergalactic intrigue of Federation station Deep Space 9. When a familiar Betazoid ambassador arrives during a cultural celebration, amorous escapades begin to abound and everything goes crazy. Join us as we go boldly!
This year marks the 45th anniversary of one of the greatest films of all time and the fantastic sequel by which all other sequels are measured, The Empire Strikes Back! Joining us in our discussion of the incredible second installment of the Star Wars original trilogy is friend of the show Ryan Permison. Join us!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 24th century and the profound experiences of one Captain Jean-Luc Picard. When a mysterious probe mentally transports him to living the life of a man on a dying world, Picard must accept his new reality and discover a way to avert total catastrophe for the people of the planet. Join us as we go boldly!
It's been quite a month for Star Wars, especially with the success of Andor Season 2. But what might be lost in the shuffle is the news that came out of Star Wars Celebration Japan, and what news it was! From the announcement of a new film to the surprise of a new animated series, join me and my friend Jarod as we discuss the exciting future of that galaxy far, far away...
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 23th century and the continually wacky adventures of Captain Kirk and the crew of the USS Enterprise. When our heroes travel to a world of advanced beings basing their civilization on the teachings of the ancient Greek philosopher Plato, they soon find themselves performing for the amusement of their captors. Join us as we go boldly!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 23rd century and the aftermath of the Federation-Klingon War. When a defector from the Klingon Empire who was an enemy combatant in the war comes aboard the Enterprise on his way to a conference, old wounds are opened among the crew! Join us as we go boldly!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the Mirror Universe of the 23rd century. When Michael Burnham travels from the prime universe to its dark opposite, she must deal with the ruthless Terran Empire and its evil designs! Join us as we go boldly!
For many Star Wars fans, the animated side of that galaxy far, far away has provided some of the most compelling and fulfilling storytelling in the entire saga! Joining me today to discuss our love for this side of Star Wars is my friend and fellow podcaster Scotty Holliday! Join us; it is your destiny!
The long-awaited second season of Star Wars: Andor has finally arrived and boy it did not disappoint! Join me as I share a few thoughts on the first three episodes. This is not a review, but more of an examination of a few things that stood out to me in these episodes. Join me!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 22nd century and the maiden voyage of the NX-01 Enterprise! We are taking a look at the first episode of the series Star Trek: Enterprise and its examination of humanity's first steps into the galaxy! When a Klingon ship crashes on Earth, its up to Captain Archer and his crew to return the survivor to his homeworld. Join us as we go boldly!
Tomorrow is Day 1 of Star Wars Celebration Japan, and the fandom is getting ready for the amazing revelations that are sure to come! Join me as I tee up for an incredible weekend of that galaxy far, far away...
On this week's episode on our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the end of the 24th century and the misadventures of the USS Titan-A. In this particular outing, Admiral Picard and Captain Riker attempt to rescue Beverly Crusher as a mysterious vessel called the Shrike emerges hunting for young Jack Crusher. Against his wishes, Captain Liam Shaw of the Titan gets drawn in to the conflict, and things quickly spiral out of control. Join us as we go boldly!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the world of Star Trek animation. Today we are pleased to bring you three episodes: first, Captain Kirk and crew must reckon with a planet-destroying entity; second, Mariner and Ransom must survive an adorable yet vicious creature; and third, the crew of the Protostar must compete in a race to be allowed to continue their mission. Join us as we go boldly!
The other day Lucasfilm announced "Tales of the Underworld", the third entry in their "Tales of..." series. We are less than three weeks away from Star Wars Celebration in Tokyo, and the excitement has reached a fever pitch. Join me as we discuss upcoming storytelling from that galaxy far, far away...
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the nostalgia of the 80's with the 1986 Disney cult classic "Flight of the Navigator". In this sci-fi adventure, a young boy falls into a ravine and awakens 8 years later. Much to his surprise, everyone else has aged, but he has not. Meanwhile, a mysterious object not of this world is puzzling scientists, and the only person who can unlock its secrets is that very same boy. Join us as we go boldly!
On the latest episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the farthest reaches of the Delta Quadrant and the efforts of the USS Voyager to return home. On this particular occasion, B'Elanna Torres is kidnapped by a Vidian scientist who believes she holds the cure to a terrible disease. In order to achieve this, the scientist has split B'Elanna into both a Klingon and Human body! Join us as we go boldly!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 24th century aboard the space station Deep Space Nine. When some of Major Kira's former associates in the Bajoran resistance are systematically murdered by an unknown killer, Kira sets out to find this assassin before they can get to her. Join us as we go boldly!
On this week's episode of our show, me and special guest Ambassador Justin Toner set a course for the 24th century and one of the greatest episodes in all of Star Trek. When the Enterprise-C emerges from a time vortex, history is changed and the Enterprise-D is no longer a ship of exploration, but a ship of warfare in a long-standing conflict with the Klingons. Our faithful bartender Guinan senses that something is wrong with this new timeline, and must convince the crew to set things right. Join us as we go boldly!
For nearly fifty years, Star Wars has given us some truly extraordinary battles both in space and on land. Joining me today to rank our favorites is my good friend and fellow podcaster Eli from the excellent Star Wars: In a Galaxy show. Join us as we take a look at some of the most fantastic battles in that galaxy far, far away...
You don't need to be an expert to know that the world is scary right now, and sometimes we need a distraction to keep us sane. In order to provide some relief, join me and my friend Gus from fellow Star Wars podcast Triad of the Force as we share our favorite moments of comedy from that galaxy far, far away...
On this week's episode of our show, we set a course for the magic of the mid 80's with the Ron Howard sci-fi classic "Cocoon". In this charming tale, a group of strange visitors in St. Petersburg, Florida charter a boat and set out to sea to recover several large boulders from the ocean floor. They then store the rocks in a swimming pool near a retirement community. When a few elderly people discover the pool, strange things begin to happen! Join us as we go boldly!
The other day, Lucasfilm released the first teaser for the highly-anticipated Andor season 2! Join me as I share a few thoughts.
On the latest episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 23rd century and the intrepid voyages of Captain Kirk and company. On this particular adventure, the Enterprise arrives at the outlying planet Capella IV to convince the natives to allow the Federation mining rights on that world. Unfortunately the Klingons are also desirous to obtain the same rights. Join us as we go boldly!
Star Wars has always been political. There are many real-world comparisons throughout history we can draw. Join with me as I share a few thoughts about the political nature of that galaxy far, far away...
On the latest episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 23rd century and the continuing voyages of the USS Enterprise under the command of Captain Pike. On this particular adventure, La'an finds herself transported to another universe, one where the Federation was never formed. It's up to her and none other than James T. Kirk to travel back in time and determine what event changed the course of history. Join us as we go boldly!
On May 19th, 1999, "Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace" was released to a rather rocky reception. One of the most controversial contributions to the saga was the introduction of Midichlorians, microscopic lifeforms that convey the will of the Force to all living things. As it is an often a misunderstood concept, join with me today as I discuss this topic with our resident expert Scotty Jayro! Join us for an incredible examination!
You don't need to be a genius to know that the world is in turmoil. Why then does a franchise about samurai space wizards with laser swords matter to us in such times? Join with me as I share my thoughts on why that galaxy far, far away is important to us especially when times are tough.
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 32nd century and the continuing adventures of the USS Discovery. This time around, an injured L'ak is in Federation custody and the Breen Empire will stop at nothing to get him back. When a dangerous standoff begins, it's up to Discovery's intrepid crew to determine how to avoid an all-out war! Join us as we go boldly!
On this week's episode of our show, we set a course for the year 1984 in the midst of the Cold War. Based on Tom Clancy's novel of the same name, The Hunt for Red October tells the story of an experimental Soviet submarine that can appear almost undetectable. When the captain of said submarine goes rogue, it's up to CIA analyst Jack Ryan to determine the captain's intentions before it's too late! Join us as we go boldly!
On this week's episode of our show, we take a look at the first made-for-streaming Star Trek film ever produced: "Section 31". Technically a spinoff of Star Trek: Discovery, this film follows the further exploits of Empress Georgiou as she joins with Starfleet's shadowy covert ops division Section 31. Does this film work? Join us and we'll see. Join us as we go boldly!
It's no great mystery that we live in troubled times. There are many things in the world that are concerning and downright terrifying. It's times like this that make us wonder how there can be any hope at all. But that galaxy far, far away teaches us that there is always hope. Joining me today to discuss this very subject is my good friend John Wilcox (JDub) of the Nerdherder podcast. Join us as we discuss!
On this week's episode of our show, we set a course for the year 1957 and the exploits of a group of Vulcans who are stranded in the small mining town of Carbon Creek, Pennsylvania. This is the tale told by T'Pol at a dinner with Captain Archer and Trip Tucker. Is the story true? Join with us as we discuss. Join us as we go boldly!
In this final episode of what has been an amazing series, everything comes to a head in this exciting conclusion to an adventure that has taken us from the mundanity of the suburbs to the glitter of pirate treasure hoards and everything in between! Join me as I share my final thoughts on a truly delightful entry in the storytelling of a galaxy far, far away...
Several believable sources have announced that the Ahsoka series actor Ray Stevenson, who sadly passed away, will be replaced as the character Baylan Skoll by "Game of Thrones" actor Rory McCann. Join me as I share my thoughts!
On this week's episode on our show, we set a course for the turn of the 25th century and the wild adventures of the supposedly retired Jean-Luc Picard. Having been injured defending his ancestor, Admiral Picard ends up in a coma, and his comrades determine that he is fighting an internal battle against his own personal demons. Tallinn uses her advanced technology to enter his mind and determine how to solve this puzzle. Join us as we go boldly!
In the penultimate episode of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, both the pirates and the kids arrive at At-Attin, and both groups find themselves in a desperate race to pass through the barrier and reach the surface. In this chapter of the tale, Jod reveals his true character and puts our heroes in a dangerous position. Join me as I share my thoughts.
This week on our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course to the 1980s and a little cult film produced by the legendary Steven Spielberg. When five people living in a condemned apartment building in New York City find themselves in need of a miracle, two mysterious visitors appear and soon life begins to change from the ordinary into the extraordinary! Join us as we go boldly!
In the latest episode of "Skeleton Crew", after escaping the treasure room within Skull Mountain, the kids are deposited at the base of the mountain amidst the garbage left there by the inhabitants of the spa at the peak. What will happen now? Join me as I discuss!
On this week's episode of our show, we are taking a look at three animated episodes of Star Trek. The first takes us back to the original animated series, where our old pal Harry Mudd is up to no good yet again. The second takes us to Lower Decks, where the evil Badgey resurfaces to wreak havoc on the galaxy. The third takes us to Prodigy, where our heroes must figure out how to repair the timeline that they have inadvertently damaged. Join us as we go boldly!
In the latest episode of Skeleton Crew, SM-33 reveals more of his backstory, and leads our heroes to where they can find the coordinates to their homeworld. Unfortunately that location is now home to an intergalactic resort and spa frequented by the elite. Jod and the kids must use their cunning to find their way to the information they seek!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the far reaches of the Delta Quadrant and the long journey home of the USS Voyager. This time out, a member of the engineering staff is found murdered, and the chief suspect is a fellow member of that staff. As the ever-logical Mr. Tuvok is unable to establish a motive for the killing, he sets out on a dangerous path to discover the reason at great cost to his own sanity. Join us as we go boldly!
On the latest episode of "Skeleton Crew", the story takes an unexpected turn when our intrepid heroes find themselves on a planet very similar to At-Attin but where civilization has collapsed into warring tribes fighting for territory and resources. Join me as I share a few thoughts!
It's time once again for Captain Ingle and I to examine another film in our repertoire! This month we are looking at one of the most influential and hauntingly beautiful films of our time: Ridley Scott's 1982 scifi masterpiece "Blade Runner". At the core of this all-time classic lies the age-old question: what does mean to exist? Join us as we go boldly!
Earlier this week Jude Law's character Jod (or possibly Crimson Jack) was introduced to the world in a big way! Teaming up with our heroes, Jod springs the gang from prison and leads them to an "old friend" who might know how to get the kids back to their suburban home. Join me as I share my thoughts!
Growing up in the early 90's as I did, Star Trek: The Next Generation was my introduction to the Final Frontier. Soon afterwards, Deep Space Nine came to television. As a young teenager, I became obsessed with the concluding seasons of DS9, wherein the Federation waged war with the evil Dominion! Join me as I explain why these two series mean so much to me. Join me as we go boldly!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 24th century and the farthest reaches of the Federation. On this particular episode of Star Trek: Deep Space Nine, Captain Sisko, having grown tired of the constant casualty reports of the ongoing Dominion War, launches a desperate gamble to bring the Romulan Empire into the war on the side of our heroes to stop the enemy once and for all. But what will the price be? Join us as we go boldly!
Yesterday saw the surprise one-day-early release of "Star Wars: Skeleton Crew" on Disney+! And boy, did it deliver the charm in spades! Join me as we take a look at the first two episodes of what is essentially "The Goonies" meets "Star Wars" with a healthy dose of "Pirates of the Caribbean" ! Does such a formula work? Join me and we'll find out!
Thanksgiving is upon us, and it's time for me to celebrate why I am grateful for that galaxy far, far away. Join me as I give thanks for the fun and the hope of George Lucas' epic space opera, and why it means so much to me. Join me! It is your destiny!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 24th century and the continuing adventures of the USS Enterprise-D. As Captain Picard and crew are on their way, they detect an old distress signal from a vessel launched from Earth 200 years before. Moving to investigate, they discover two colonies that came from this expedition, and they could not be more different from each other. Nor could they be more surprising. Join us as we go boldly!
Things are always moving in the world of Star Wars news! While there are questionable news pieces floating around the Internet, I want to focus on what has confirmed by Lucasfilm directly. We are two weeks away from Skeleton Crew and Andor is coming in less than 6 months, and these details are official Star Wars news! Join me as I share the excitement for these upcoming projects!
This week on our show, Captain Ingle and I have the great pleasure to take a look at what is considered by many to be the greatest episode of Star Trek of all: "The City on the Edge of Forever"! But there is no way that we could examine this landmark piece of science-fiction by ourselves; joining us today to discuss this most important episode is our good friend Steve Morris. Join us as we go boldly!
This week on our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the mid-23rd century and the adventures of the USS Enterprise under the command of Captain Christopher Pike. This time around, Number One has been arrested for concealing her genetically-modified background from the Federation, a serious crime under its laws. It's up to Pike to convince an old friend of Number One to defend her in court and right the wrongs of an unjust system! Join us as we go boldly!
This week on our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the very first episode of Star Trek: Discovery! In what eventually proved to be a most divisive season of Trek, this series certainly began with a bang with the episode we are reviewing today: "The Vulcan Hello". When First Officer Michael Burnham of the Federation starship USS Shenzhou encounters a Klingon beacon in deep space, things quickly turn south and loyalties become divided! Join us as we go boldly!
The horror genre is on of film's most interesting genres because it is so malleable and there can be so many sub-genres within the umbrella of horror. One of the most popular and influential type of horror film is the slasher. Joining me today to talk about the history and effect of this type of horror film is my good friend Le Gault. Join us as we examine the slasher film and look at why it connects with its audience in such a profound way.
This week on our show, we are taking a look at one of the most famous and most iconic science fiction films in cinematic history, James Cameron's 1986 action-packed thrillride "Aliens". Join us as we follow the adventures of Ellen Ripley as she returns to face the terrifying Xenomorphs, the very creatures that destroyed her crew decades before!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 22nd century and the pioneering voyages of the NX-01 Enterprise. This time around, Captain Archer is put on trial in a Klingon tribunal and the odds are not in his favor! Join us as we go boldly!
This week on our show, our special guest and I set a course for the turn of the 25th century and the "adventures" of a retired Jean-Luc Picard as he confronts the demons of his past. On this episode, Picard and the crew of the the USS Titan-A continue to evade the calculated attacks of Captain Vadic and the Shrike. Further adding to the tension, Picard must confront the reality that young Jack Crusher is indeed his son. Join as we go boldly!
At the end of "The Mandalorian" Season 3, the evil Moff Gideon was (supposedly) killed. As we saw during the meeting of the Imperial Shadow Council, Gideon did not seem interested in falling in line behind Grand Admiral Thrawn once the blue-skinned warlord returned to the galaxy. Now that Gideon is supposedly out of the picture, who will step up to take his place, and will they fall in line behind the Grand Admiral or will they continue the fierce independence of Gideon? Join me as we discuss.
On this week's episode of Random Trek, we take a look at four animated episodes of Star Trek spanning multiple eras. First we go back to the original animated series, where Captain Kirk and crew investigate a mysterious water planet; the second episode takes us to the hilarious hijinks of the USS Cerritos; and the third takes us to the newly-launched USS Voyager-A and the misadventures of Dal and company. Join us as we go boldly!
This month for our movie night, Captain Ingle and I go back in time to the year 1999 and the release of one of the most important science fiction films in recent history. Questions regarding the truth of our reality have been asked since the dawn of our species, and the Wachowski's modern classic "The Matrix" presents these thoughts in a truly profound and extremely influential way. In fact, the concepts presented in this film still resonate with us a quarter of a century later. Join us, along with special guest Aaron Dye, as we go boldly!
As my birthday is in a few weeks, I thought I would host my second livestream in honor of the occasion. Join me as I ramble through many thoughts, both Star Wars and otherwise. A few friends will join me along the way, so come with us for some birthday fun!
This week on Random Trek, I am on an away mission, so our intrepid Captain Ingle is joined by friend of the show Chris "Skywalker" Dohmen to take a look at something outside the canon of Star Trek. Recently, some very clever YouTubers put together a musical version of 1979's Star Trek: The Motion Picture. As both our captain and our special guest are fans of musicals, we thought it appropriate that they review this very unusual entry in the world of Trek fandom! Join us as we go boldly!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the Delta Quadrant of the 24th century and the continuing misadventures of the USS Voyager. This time out, the intrepid crew yet again encounters the mischievous entity known as Q. As he often does, Q has something up his sleeve, and this time its a desire to procreate! And who has he chosen to be the mother of his offspring? None other than our unflappable Captain Kathryn Janeway! And as you can imagine, hijinks ensue! Join us as we go boldly!
Yesterday the world lost a truly magnificent icon of stage and screen; the great James Earl Jones passed away at the age of 93, leaving behind an immortal legacy that will never be forgotten. Join me as I share my thoughts on the life and career of this legendary man!
On this episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for last week! How is this possible, you might ask? Well, as the command crew of Deep Space 9 travel aboard the Defiant to a meeting on Earth, Sisko, Dax, and Bashir are accidently transported back in time to August 30th, 2024! What follows is a race against the clock to make sure history plays out as it should despite their presence in the past! Join us as we go boldly!
"Do, or do not; there is no try" is without a doubt one of the most famous lines in the history of cinema. It is also one of the most quoted pieces of pop philosophy in recent years. But what does it actually mean? How can you do something without first trying to do that thing? Join me as I share some thoughts about this profound statement by Master Yoda.
Natasha Liu Bordizzo, the actress behind the live-action incarnation of Sabine Wren on the "Ahsoka" series has said that they will begin filming the 2nd season of the show sometime next year. This is exciting news (which is hopefully true), so join me as I talk about why I'm happy to hear it!
The final line of 2019's The Rise of Skywalker is our young heroine Rey responds to the question "Rey who?" with the triumphant statement "Rey Skywalker". Join me as I explain why I think this name was the perfect choice for this great character!
This week on our show, the Schwartz is with us as we take a look at the 1987 comedy-parody Mel Brooks classic Spaceballs! Spoofing everything from Star Wars to 2001: A Space Odyssey, this film tells the story of the evil Dark Helmet attempting to steal the atmosphere from the planet Druidia just as the latter's princess, Vespa, is running away from an arranged marriage. As she attempts to flee her world, she is captured by Lord Helmet and it's up to the scoundrel Lone Starr to rescue Vespa and end the tyranny of the evil planet Spaceball!
While Darth Maul was an interesting looking character with awesome martial arts skills when he first appeared in 1999's "The Phantom Menace" , he didn't have much of a personality or overarching storyline. All of that changed when the fourth season of "Star Wars: The Clone Wars" reintroduced this horned fiend to the galaxy! Join me as I explain how Darth Maul became one of my favorite characters due to his appearances in animation...
This week on our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 24th century and the ongoing negotiations between the United Federation of Planets and the Cardassian Union following a destructive war between the two powers. As a result of a new treaty, several Federation colonies along the border must be evacuated so that the Cardassians can take possession. One of these colonies is inhabited a tribe of Native Americans who have sought for many years to establish a permanent home. Captain Picard is tasked with removing these natives "by any means necessary" despite his obvious objections. What will he choose? Join us as we go boldly!
Some very sad news came through a few days ago: The Acolyte has been discontinued after only one season. I will not attempt to guess the reasons nor will I attempt to guess who made the decision. Rather, I would like to share my thoughts as to how the story may continue in other ways, and to explain how I feel about the story we did get. Join me!
It's hard to believe, but I have reached the 7th season of Page Turners They Were Not, my Star Wars podcast! Join me as I ring in another year of what I hope will be a great adventure with a victory celebration involving myself as well as many special guest! Join us as we Yub Nub the night away...
On the latest episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 23rd century and the continuing adventures of James T. Kirk and the intrepid crew of the USS Enterprise. This time around, our heroes encounter a mysterious sentient probe that is responsible for the destruction of an entire alien civilization. The probe, called Nomad, was launched from Earth in the early 21st century, but something caused it to evolve into an intelligent being bent on fulfilling its directive, which is to destroy all non-digital life forms! Join us as we go boldly!
"For over a thousand generations the Jedi Knights were the guardians of peace and justice in the Old Republic". This line has caught the imaginations of many fans for many years. Throughout the last ten years, we've gotten hints and brief mentions of events that occurred thousands years before the films, but thus far we've gotten nothing solid about this era. Join me as I share what I would be interested in seeing as this story unfolds.
This last weekend at D23, Lucasfilm made a few announcements about the upcoming second season of "Star Wars: Andor". Join me I discuss what was revealed...
The movie is no longer a theory; last weekend, "The Mandalorian" showrunner Jon Favreau announced they have begun filming Lucasfilm's return to the big screen! Announced last year, "The Mandalorian and Grogu" (which is the actual title) will continue the adventures of Din Djarin and his adopted son in a precarious galaxy. What will happen in the film? Join me as I responsibly speculate...
This week on Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for one of the most entertaining crossovers in Star Trek history! While investigating a mysterious portal in the 24th century, Ensign Brad Boimler is accidentally sucked not only back in time but also from animation to live-action! This phenomenon deposits him in the time of Captain Pike and the crew of the original USS Enterprise, a group which the young ensign holds in very high regard. How will he get home? Join us as we go boldly!
Yesterday was day one of D23, Disney's big convention and expo. As they do at every D23, creators and executives present details regarding upcoming projects, and this year was no exception. Lucasfilm has finally given us the first trailer for Skeleton Crew. Join me as I share my thoughts.
The next Star Wars streaming series, "Skeleton Crew" will debut on Disney+ on December 3rd of this year. The show takes place at the same time as "The Mandalorian" and will therefore be part of the unofficial "Mandoverse", so named by the fans. The question that always comes to the mind of a Star Wars obsessive like myself is: What familiar characters will appear and what will this series add to the overall story of the galaxy far, far away? Join me as I theorize.
Star Wars: The Acolyte ended a few weeks ago, and even now I'm still trying to digest the heavy subject matter presented in the show. Our next series from that galaxy far, far away is the upcoming Skeleton Crew, which is described as a throwback adventure series in the tradition of 1980s classics such as "E.T." and "The Goonies". When four young kids in the time of The Mandalorian get lost somewhere in the galaxy, they have to use their wits to navigate their way back home. Join me as we discuss the possibilities this new story might bring!
It's no great secret that the online discourse surrounding Star Wars has gotten rather heated in the last few years. The rise of modern social media platforms has given a voice to many segments of the fandom, both for good and for ill. Joining me today to discuss these recent developments are my good friends Chris and Robert Adams, the host of fellow Star Wars channel The Cinefanatics!
This week on our show, your intrepid captain and I set a course for the 23rd century and the continuing voyages of the USS Discovery. When one of the mysterious red bursts appears over the homeworld of Mr. Saru, the crew must determine the significance of the phenomenon while the aforementioned Saru finds himself torn between his loyalty to Starfleet and his loyalty to his people. Join us as we go boldly!
For a long time we as fans assumed that red lightsabers had red crystals, thus giving them their distinctive color. A few years ago, the Darth Vader comic series revealed that a red crystal is not naturally occurring, but rather the result of a Dark Side user pouring their anger and hate into a normal crystal and "bleeding" it red. Join me as I explore this new concept.
After the Galactic Empire's defeat in Return of the Jedi, the shattered remnants eventually regrouped and formed the First Order. When this concept was first introduced in the Star Wars saga it seemed very straightforward. As time has gone on more and more of the story has been revealed, the formation of the First Order is not as simple as we originally thought. Join me as I examine the more complicated nature of this story.
This past weekend was the San Diego International Comic Con, the king of all nerd conventions! While there were no major announcements regarding the movies or the shows, Lucasfilm Publishing had a significant amount of news regarding the books and comics which will continue the saga of Star Wars as they have been doing very successfully for many years. Join me as we examine the news.
During the course of The Acolyte, we witnessed the first on-screen appearance of Darth Plagueis the Wise. In Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith, Palpatine claims that Plagueis could use the Force to create life. In The Acolyte we learn that Mae and Osha were created by Mother Aniseya by means of the Force. Did Plagueis teach the coven the secret, or did he learn it from them? If we go by what has been said in Star Wars Legends, could this knowledge, however learned, lead to the creation of Anakin Skywalker himself? Join me!
On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for a boring trailer park somewhere in the middle of nowhere in Southwestern United States. When young Alex Rogan learns that his favorite arcade game is actually a recruiting tool for an interstellar league of elite starfighter pilots, he must decide if he is committed to defending the galaxy against evil or trying to find his way in an uncertain world. Join us as we set forth to defend the frontier against Xur and the Ko-Dan armada!
On this episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 22nd century and the mysteries of the Delphic Expanse. As the Enterprise journeys to find the Xindi, they come across a Vulcan science vessel lost in an asteroid field. When they enter the disabled craft, the episode becomes a full-on horror film as they encounter a crew gone insane. Join us as we go boldly!
On this episode of my show, let us cast our minds back to 1977's Star Wars: A New Hope and one of the most iconic scenes in cinema history: the Mos Eisley Cantina! What is it about this seedy dive bar that captures the imagination of so many fans all around the world? Join me as I share why I think this sequence has become such a legendary piece of that galaxy far, far away...
The end of what is hopefully only the first season of Star Wars: The Acolyte has finally come, and with it comes the conclusion of several storylines and possibly the beginning of several more. Join me as I examine the finale of this remarkable season, where everything comes to a head on the planet where it all began...
Due to some temporal anomalies, our movie for June is being recorded in the middle of July and will release 3 weeks late. That being said, Captain Ingle and I are proud to present our deep dive in the 1985 science fiction cult classic Explorers! This film tells the story of three teenage boys living in the suburbs who start receiving mysterious signals via their dreams guiding them to build a vessel that is more advanced than anything humans have ever built. Join us as we go boldly!
On this week's episode of our show, we take a look at the return of everyone's favorite Next Gen "villain", the omnipotent trickster Q. In order to teach Admiral Picard yet another lesson, his best frenemy sends the Admiral and his friends into an alternate universe where the aspirational Federation is replaced by a fascist Confederation, a dystopia whose most feared warrior is none other than Picard himself! It's up to our heroes to figure out how to fix this corrupted world and solve the puzzle Q has laid out for them. Join us as we go boldly!
In this penultimate episode of what I presume will be Season 1 of Star Wars: The Acolyte, we finally get some answers as to the biggest questions posed by the series. Join me as I take a look at what I believe to be one of the best episodes of this show so far.
Han Solo is without a doubt one of the greatest and most iconic characters ever put to screen. Everyone loves him for his brash, devil-may-care-persona, and let's face it: everyone loves a scoundrel. But is that really who he is? Join me today as I share my theory that the (pardon the word) badassery we know and love may just be a mask disguising the real Han Solo.
Since its debut in 1966, Star Trek has always been about how human beings can be better. Whether it's tackling issues of race and prejudice, examining aspects of human nature, or presenting a bright and hopeful future that we can aspire to, Star Trek holds a mirror up to nature and shows us how we can improve as a species. Join me as I discuss some of the lessons Gene Roddenberry's marvelous creation has imparted to us over the years.
After last week's rather explosive episode of Star Wars: The Acolyte, we are treated this week to a quieter, more contemplative episode focusing primarily on character development and competing Force philosophies. Also, the seductive nature of the Dark Side has never been on fuller display than it is in this particular installment. If you know, you know. Join me as I share my thoughts!
Star Trek has been around for more than 50 years, and many fans have come to it through many different avenues. Some saw the original show during its initial run, some came in the Star Trek renaissance of the 1990s, while others came in recent years during the explosion of storytelling that came in the wake of Star Trek: Discovery. I was first introduced to Gene Roddenberry's vision of the future through Star Trek: The Next Generation in the early 90s, but shortly thereafter I entered the world of the movies through what I consider my favorite film of 1986, Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home. The order in which I saw the films was less than linear. Join me as I share how I came to the cinematic side of the final frontier...
Being part of the Star Wars podcasting community has led me to meet and become friends with a wide array of amazing and talented people! One of those individuals is the marvelous Jarod the Dark Jedi from the extremely enjoyable Nerd Academy Podcast. He has so graciously agreed to join me today to discuss our journeys with and love of that galaxy far, far away, as well as share some thoughts on the latest addition to the saga, The Acolyte. Join us!
I've decided to refer to the latest episode of Star Wars: The Acolyte as "The Rains of Dathomir" because of its rather interesting similarities to a certain episode of a show involving dragons and thrones. In one of the most nail-biting instalments in the history of that galaxy far, far away, our heroes come face to face with the mysterious helmeted warrior and chaos ensues! Join me as I share my thoughts....
The last month and a half have been huge for that galaxy far, far away. The Bad Batch ended, Tales of the Empire came out on Star Wars Day, I spent several hours at Galaxy's Edge in Disneyland, The Acolyte had its red carpet premiere (which our guest attended), and a new High Republic novel was released! What a ride it has been! Joining me to discuss our adventures in Star Wars is the Avar Kriss of the fandom herself, Becca Benjamin from the Tarkin's Top Shelf and Kanata's Castle podcasts. Join me; it is your destiny!
Last week one of the great figures in the history of American sports passed away, leaving behind an incredible legacy that continues to affect us today. Willie Mays, the great baseball legend, oddly enough features in a small way in Star Trek: Deep Space 9. Commander Sisko is a massive fan of America's favorite pastime, and as a result, there is an entire episode of DS9 about Jake and Nog attempting to get a rare Willie Mays baseball card for Sisko. This is not the only reference to the aforementioned player on the show: Sisko's vision in the classic episode "Far Beyond the Stars" features Michael Dorn as a black baseball player from the 1950's named Willie Hawkins, a reference to the great Willie Mays. Join me as I go boldly!
As expected, the latest episode of Star Wars: The Acolyte presents more questions than it does answers, thus adding even more intrigue and suspense to this already nail-biting series. In this episode, the Jedi travel to Khofar to find Master Kelnacca before Mae has the chance to murder yet another specter of her past. As you can imagine, things don't quite go according to plan...
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This week on Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I are examining three episodes from the animated wing of Star Trek. The first deals with the original USS Enterprise finding itself stuck in a galactic Bermuda Triangle of sorts. The second continues the misadventures of our favorite cut-ups from the USS Cerritos as they deal with amoral Ferengi poachers. And the third tells of the exploration of a strange world by the untested "crew" of the Protostar, and their questionable attempts to understand the mysterious planet. Join us as we go boldly!
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This review is coming a day late because I needed extra time to process this amazing and incredibly morally complex episode of The Acolyte. This new series continues to be surprising and subversive and unpredictable, and boy do I have some thoughts on this particular installment of the show. Join me as I share some rambling thoughts on a deeply thought-provoking episode!
With special shout-outs to my good friends Becca Benjamin and Eleanor Mueller.
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In honor of 25 years of Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace, I am joined by my good friends John and Cooper Wilcox to review the film for its anniversary. I have reviewed the film before, but that was many years ago when my attitude had been soured by the rampant negativity of the time. This time around, our enthusiasm abounds with endless joy!
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On this episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 24th century and the continuing voyages of the USS Voyager in the far reaches of the Delta Quadrant. In this thrilling two-parter, Captain Braxton of the 29th century Federation timeship Aeon comes back in time and attempts to destroy Voyager claiming they will be responsible for a cataclysmic event that will doom humanity's future. Voyager successfully holds him off, but both ships are accidently sucked into a time portal that takes them back to 1990's Earth! Join us as we go boldly!
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One of the first lessons Obi-Wan Kenobi gives to young Luke Skywalker in the original Star Wars film is to not trust your own perceptions of the universe but instead embrace a larger view. Join me as I examine how that galaxy far, far away has reinforced this important lesson again and again.
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25-and-a-half years ago in November of 1998, Lucasfilm began a massive marketing campaign for the soon-to-be-released "Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace", George Lucas' ambitious continuation of his mythic saga. As they have been covering this very topic on their own podcast, I thought would be fitting to discuss this fascinating era with the marvelous Scotty Jayro and Gerry Cable from fellow Star Wars podcast The Bombadcast! Join us for a wild ride!
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The long-awaited day has finally come! Star Wars: The Acolyte premiered yesterday on Disney+ and boy was it wonderful! Join me as I share my thoughts on this new chapter in the story of that galaxy far, far away...
For light and life!
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In this week's installment of our show, Captain Ingle and I are joined by our special guest Ryan Payne to discuss one of the most beloved films of all time: Steven Spielberg's "E.T.: The Extra-Terrestrial". In this seminal classic of 80's cinema, an alien creature is accidently left behind on Earth, and forms a bond with a young boy named Elliott. Join us as we discuss our love for this masterful examination of the world through the eyes of a child, and how we as adults sometimes lose that innocent wonder. Join us as we phone home...
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As of the date of this recording, we are a week away from the release of the latest Star Wars series: The Acolyte. Set 100 years before the events of the films, the new show tells the story of the Jedi investigating some dark happenings, which may reveal something far more sinister! Join me as I share some last minute thoughts on this new installment in that galaxy far, far away....
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On this week's episode, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 24th century and the gateway to the Gamma Quadrant at the Federation outpost Deep Space 9. In this installment, the station's crew prepare to give a diplomatic welcome the first delegation from the Gamma Quadrant, the Wadi. This new species loves games more than anything else, and before they know it, the DS9 crew are caught up in a game more perilous than they could have imagined. Join us as we go boldly!
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Last week I went to Disneyland in Anaheim, California. The last time I was there was four years ago. Galaxy's Edge (also known to some as Star Wars Land) had just opened at the time, and it had not yet been fully completed. I was able to attend and have a great time, but something had been missing. This time around, the experience was much more rewarding, as I was able to do more than I thought I would be able to and have some truly amazing encounters! Join me as I share my adventures!
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Now that The Bad Batch finale has come and gone, many questions have arisen as to the future of these beloved characters, particularly Omega. Join me today as I speculate responsibly as to where the team at Lucasfilm may take the story now that the series has ended. Join me; It is your destiny!
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On this week's installment of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 23rd century and the adventures of the USS Enterprise under the command of Captain Christopher Pike. On this episode of Strange New Worlds, the crew is faced with an ethical dilemma when they are asked to escort a young boy and his guardians to their homeworld so that the boy may "ascend" in a special ceremony that will continue to sustain their advanced society. Captain Pike and company soon discover they are treading on morally questionable ground. Join us as we go boldly!
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The day of this recording, May 19th, 2024, marks 25 years to the day since the release of Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace! In honor of this occasion, allow me to share my feeling and memories of this monumental moment in the saga of that galaxy far, far away...
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May the 4th has come again, and it's time to celebrate! Joining me today to discuss why we love that galaxy far, far away are my good friends Alberto and Oti of the Radio Rebellion Podcast! Join us as we examine the deep and profound, as well as share a laugh over the wacky and weird! Join us! It is your destiny!
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This week on our show, captain Ingle and I set a course for the 23rd century and the adventures of the original USS Enterprise. This time around, Captain Kirk and crew travel to a planet that is supposedly devoid of life, but what they discover is something no one could have expected. As they continue their surveys, a strange figure appears on the viewscreen. Closer investigation reveals it to be none other than the 16th President of the United States of America: the one and only Abraham Lincoln! Join us as we go boldly!
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Even though Star Wars: The Bad Batch has ended, new and exciting projects are right around the corner! The Phantom Menace will be re-released on Friday, Tales of the Empire drops on Saturday, and The Acolyte premieres in a month! Joining me today to celebrate our excitement for these upcoming stories are Gus and Nani of the Triad of the Force podcast! Join us!
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Well, folks: the day has finally arrived. Today marks the end of a truly extraordinary series, as the final episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch has come. On this last installment of the show, the story finally comes to a head as our heroes infiltrate Mount Tantiss to rescue Omega. But the kid is already one step ahead of them! Join me for our last ever episode of Bad Batch Breakdown!
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Tomorrow will bring to a close a beloved new Star Wars series. When Star Wars: The Bad Batch was announced a few years ago, I was not enthusiastic, as I had wanted something outside the Imperial Era. However, the more I thought about it the more excited I became. And the show didn't disappoint! From the moment it began I was hooked. With the finale tomorrow, I don't know what to expect, and I'm actually excited that I don't know! Join me today as I discuss the importance of being open to the direction this show might take tomorrow morning!
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On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I have arrived again at movie night! This time around, we set a course to a film that is celebrating it's 30th anniversary this year. Join us as we take a wild ride through a mysterious Egyptian artifact to a distant desert world. That's right: we are taking a trip to Roland Emmerich's science fiction epic Stargate, and we won't be going alone. Joining us today is our good friend Kayleigh Vaughn. Join us as we go boldly!
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On this penultimate episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch, our heroes finally arrive at Tantiss to rescue Omega. However, as you can imagine, things don't go smoothly. As the Batch evades the Empire, Omega scouts out the base by means of the service elevator to see if she can see what's up. What she finds is very interesting indeed...
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Tomorrow is the penultimate episode of The Bad Batch, and I've been thinking: What will be the next animated series from that galaxy far, far away? Join me today as I brainstorm as to where Star Wars animation might go next.
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On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I and our special guest Justin Toner set a course for the 24th AND 32nd centuries and the voyages of both the Enterprise-D and the Discovery. The reason for this is that in addition to the classic two-parter episode "Unification" from The Next Generation, the story was given a sequel of sorts in the form of the Discovery episode "Unification III", wherein the story of the Romulans and Vulcans continues. Join us as we go boldly!
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As we approach the finale of Star Wars: The Bad Batch, we are gifted with a great thriller episode full of edge-of-your-seat suspense. "Into the Breach" is yet another great installment of this marvelous animated series. As Omega "adjusts" to her new life on Tantiss, the Batch plots to find their way to the Emperor's secret laboratory. Rampart informs them that the coordinates are not given out even to someone as highly ranked as him, but that instead they must find a ship headed for Tantiss and steal its codes. What follows is a tense infiltration of an Imperial starbase...
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2023 was one of the greatest years in film of the 21st century (so far)! Not only did we get a slate of daring and imaginative movies, but we witnessed one of the most unusual phenomena in the history of cinema! Begun by fans, the Barbenheimer event came to dominate the year. Nothing like this has ever been seen in the history of Hollywood, and I doubt such a thing will ever be seen again. Joining me today to discuss this extraordinary moment is my friend Adam "The Coyote" Collins of the YouTube channel Champs on Film!
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On the latest episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 22nd century and the pioneering adventures of the NX-01 Enterprise. On this particular installment, Captain Archer and crew come across a Vulcan vessel that has been wandering the galaxy for some years. Much to the surprise of the crew of the Enterprise, this group of Vulcans disagrees with the purely logical doctrine embraced by most of their species. As you can imagine, T'Pol doesn't take this very well. Join us as we go boldly!
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In the latest episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch, our heroes undertake a mission to discover the location of the Imperial research laboratory at Mount Tantiss. Following the classic formula of a Clone Wars or a Mandalorian episode, this particular adventure takes us on a action-packed thrillride with the edge-of-your-seat suspense of a tense heist. Join me as I share my thoughts...
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I am beyond excited for Star Wars: The Acolyte, which will premiere on Disney+ on June 4! Series creator Leslye Headland is very enthusiastic to present her vision to the world, and has a lot to say about her approach and the intent of this new show. As much as I admire her passion, I'm more interested in what the show means to me personally once it debuts. Join me as I explain what I mean...
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This week on our show we are pleased to bring you THREE episodes of animated Star Trek! The first comes from The Animated Series, the second from Lower Decks, and the third from Prodigy. Join us as these adventures take us from a cat-and-mouse game with pirates to a fantastic encounter with a mysterious species! Join us as we go boldly!
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This week we received not one, but two, episodes of Star Wars: The Bad Batch! Even though these installments seem very different from each other, I believe they are connected in a very deep way which I will explain in the course of this episode. Join me as we take a deep dive into these particular adventures that continue to impress.
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On the latest episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the early 19th century and the turmoil of the Napoleonic Wars. For our March movie night, we are setting sail with Captain Jack Aubrey and the crew of the HMS Surprise in the 2003 naval epic "Master and Commander: The Far Side of the World". Joining us to discuss this often overlooked gem is the LGRN's own Adelia Chamberlain. Join us as we go boldly!
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25 years ago, George Lucas released Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace, the long-awaited prequel to the masterful Original Trilogy. And boy did it hit with a bang, in more ways than one. Joining me today to discuss the effect this film had on the story of the Star Wars Saga are Boop and JDub of the Nerdherder Podcast!
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On the most recent episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch, our heroes are still on Pabu scratching their heads over the question of Omega's M-count. However, their questions are soon answered by a fan-favorite returning character!
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This week on our show, Captain Ingle and I celebrate Saint Patrick's Day by setting a course for the quaint Irish village of Fair Haven, a holodeck program created by the crew of the USS Voyager to boost morale. As is always true of the holodeck, things go wacky very quickly. Join us as we go boldly!
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In the latest episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch, our heroes are searching for answers to the meaning of Omega's "M-Count" and why the Empire is obsessed with capturing her and returning her to their laboratories. Join me as I share my thoughts on this episode and the return of a fan-favorite character!
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This morning, the highly anticipated first trailer for Star Wars: The Acolyte was released. Join me as I give you my thoughts on our first look at this new series!
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the Delta Quadrant and the continuing adventures of the USS Voyager. In what might be the most morally complex episode in all of Star Trek, a transporter accident fuses Neelix and Tuvok and the crew must decide how to proceed. Join us as we go boldly!
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The sleeper has awakened! Denis Villeneuve's "Dune Part 2" was released two weeks ago, taking the world by storm. Joining me today to review the film is co-host of The GALactic Podcast, my good friend Lauren Romo. Join us as we return to the world of Arrakis and the continuing journey of Paul Atreides as he leads the fight to retake his planet. Join us!
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Believe it or not, I'm not talking about Star Wars on this episode: rather, I'm discussing a television show that defined a generation. Joining me today to discuss this groundbreaking series about a teenage girl called upon to save the world is our good friend LeGault! Join us!
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Today saw the release of not one, but two episodes of Star Wars: The Bad Batch! If anyone believes that this is a "kid show", these two episodes demonstrate the power of animation. Join me as I discuss these magnificent thriller installments of the latest Star Wars series!
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This past Sunday was the 96th Academy Awards, and as always it was biggest night in film of the year! Today I will not be discussing the ceremony itself, but rather the recipients of the Oscars. Did they "get it right" this year or "not"? Join me as I share my thoughts.
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Today is International Women's Day, and I would like to take the time to celebrate all the wonderful women of that galaxy far, far away! Whether they are behind the camera or in front of it, whether they write the stories or direct the action, whether they love to come to the conventions or love to podcast on the subject (or both!), the women of Star Wars bring their light to a troubled world! Join me as I celebrate!
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The Bad Batch desires to find and possibly destroy the Imperial research laboratory at Mount Tantiss. In order to do so, they must decrypt a datapad which Omega took from said laboratory. After Crosshair's harrowing experience at a remote Imperial outpost on the planet Barton IV, he reluctantly leads the Batch to the now-abandoned outpost to interpret the datapad and hopefully discover more intel on Tantiss. As always, there are complications...
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On this week's episode, Captain Ingle and I return to the infamous Mirror Universe on it's first reappearance since the Original Series! Major Kira and Doctor Bashir are returning to Deep Space 9 through the wormhole when they are accidently pulled into the Mirror Universe and immediately captured by the Cardassian-Klingon Alliance, which is the ruling power in that quadrant of the galaxy. Things go downhill from there. Join us as we go boldly!
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This year marks the 25th anniversary of Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace. At the time of it's release, it was met with significant criticism, and one of the issues raised by some fans was the "boring politics" of the film. In our modern day, those "boring politics" have become more relevant and many fans now understand what George Lucas was warning us about. Joining me today is host of the Daughters of Ferrix podcast, my friend Eleanor Mueller. Join us as we examine this important topic.
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Wednesday has come again, and with it has come the latest episode of The Bad Batch. In this week's adventure, Crosshair and Omega must use their street smarts to evade the Empire on an occupied world. Join me as I share my thoughts...
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On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I are joined by returning guest and friend of the show Justin Toner to discuss the groundbreaking 1956 science fiction classic Forbidden Planet. In this loose adaptation of William Shakespeare's The Tempest, astronauts from Earth travel to the planet Altair IV to investigate a starship that crashed there 20 years before. What they discover is beyond what they could ever imagine...
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I love film music! I have loved it ever since I was too young to understand what I was feeling when I was listening. Joining me to discuss our favorite film scores is composer, DJ, and host Dorina Arellano AKA DJ Bruja. Join us as we dive into the world of movie music!
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The long awaited return of our favorite band of misfits has finally come, and boy did it deliver! Join me as I share my thoughts on what might possibly be the best opening episodes of an animated Star Wars series!
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Tomorrow we'll see the release of the 3rd and final season of Star Wars: The Bad Batch. I'm very excited and also rather sad; excited to learn where the story will take us, and sad this is the end of a wonderful show. Join me as I share my anticipation for the final bow of our beloved cast of characters.
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On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 24th century and the continuing adventures of the USS Enterprise-D. On this two-parter installment, Captain Picard is relieved of command of his ship and sent on a covert mission behind enemy lines to determine if a biological weapon is being developed. In his absence, the Enterprise is placed under the temporary command of the demanding Captain Edward Jellico. As you can imagine, things go haywire rather quickly. Join us as we go boldly!
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Next Wednesday will see the debut of the third and final season of Star Wars: The Bad Batch. As we have seen in the trailer, Emperor Palpatine is up to something at his secret research facility on the planet Wayland. What sneaky plans does he have up his sleeve? Join me as I speculate responsibly.
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The legendary Samuel L. Jackson has said that he wants to return as Jedi Master Mace Windu in some way. I personally would not want him to have survived his final fight with Palpatine. Why? Because I do not like Mace Windu. I'm not talking about acting, directing, and writing. I'm talking about a character so bound up in dogma that he has forgotten what the doctrine of the Jedi was all about. Join me as I share why Master Windu represents everything wrong with the Jedi Order of the Prequel Era.
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 23rd century and the adventures of the USS Enterprise. On this installment of The Original Series, Captain James T. Kirk goes on the warpath after a Federation outpost on Cestus III is destroyed by a species known as the Gorn. While in pursuit of the latter, Kirk is whisked off the bridge of the Enterprise and deposited on a nearby planetoid by the powerful entities called the Metrons in order to settle the dispute with the Gorn! Joining us to discuss this classic episode of Star Trek is returning guest Scott "Movie" Mantz. Join us as we go boldly!
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SPOILERS AHEAD In The Book of Boba Fett and The Mandalorian Season 3 we see flashbacks of Grogu's time at the Jedi Temple during the massacre that is Palpatine's Order 66. In Chapter 20 of The Mandalorian, entitled "The Foundling" (directed by the late Carl Weathers), Grogu is rescued from the violence by Jedi Master Kelleran Beq and brought to safety aboard a Naboo starship. Where are they going? That's the question for today. Join me as I responsibly speculate as to their destination.
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There was a report (which may or may not be true) that the Mandalorian & Grogu movie which was announced a few weeks ago may start filming on June 17. As always, we must take these things with a grain of salt, but if this report is true, we could be seeing Star Wars' triumphant return to movie theaters sooner than later. Join me as I explore the possibility of what the future holds for that galaxy far, far away...
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With the 96th Academy Awards a month away, I thought I would bring in an Oscar expert to discuss the nominees. Joining me today to examine this year's most decorated films is the co-host of the YouTube movie show Oscar Buzz, my friend Trevor Matteson.
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This week on our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the mid-23rd century and the continuing voyages of the USS Enterprise under the command of the intrepid Captain Christopher Pike. On this particular adventure, the crew of the USS Cayuga as well as the Enterprise's own Nurse Christine Chapel are trapped on the planet Parnassus Beta when the insidious Gorn invade, and it's up to our heroes to mount a rescue before it's too late! Join us as we go boldly!
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I was about to discuss a different topic this morning when I was blindsided by the sad news of the passing of legendary action star and Greef Karga himself, Carl Weathers, who died on Tuesday at the age of 76. When he was announced as a member of the cast of The Mandalorian in 2019, it seemed so strange that we had gone so long without Apollo Creed as a part of the Star Wars saga, as it seemed such a perfect fit. Join me as I pay my respects to a great star...
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Strange as it may sound, we are coming up on the 10 year anniversary of The Force Awakens. One of the best-remembered moments in the film is the murder of Han Solo by his son Ben AKA Kylo Ren. Join with me as I discuss why this very sad moment works so well for the stories and character journeys of Ben, Han, and the Sequel Trilogy as a whole.
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Once upon a time a galaxy very, very near, a young filmmaker wanted to make a feature film version of the classic Flash Gordon comics and movie serials. His inability to secure the rights, while disappointing, caused the young filmmaker to instead create a story of his own. And the rest, as they say, is history!
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We are a month into the new year, and we are coming ever closer to the Star Wars shows promised to us by Lucasfilm. The third and final season of The Bad Batch begins in less than a month, and the mystery-thriller The Acolyte and the Amblin-esque Skeleton Crew are supposedly coming later in the year. Join me as I discuss my anticipation for further stories in that galaxy far, far away...
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On today's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the near-future and the struggling survival of a stranded astronaut on the barren sands of the Red Planet. That's right: we are exploring Ridley Scott's 2015 science fiction classic The Martian. With some of the most accurate depictions of science ever put on film and featuring an incredible all-star cast including such luminaries as Matt Damon, Jeff Daniels, and Jessica Chastain just to name a few, The Martian is an unforgettable experience. Join us as we go boldly!
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The other day the trailer for the 3rd and final season of Star Wars The Bad Batch was released. Many people were wondering when we would get our first look at this most highly-anticipated season. Now that it's here, allow me to share a few thoughts!
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Harrison Ford has given us a plethora of great performances over the years. From Indiana Jones to Han Solo, from Jack Ryan to John Book, the list goes on and on. Joining me today to discuss the career of everyone's favorite grumbler are The Movie Guys, Paul Preston and Adam Witt. Join us!
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The trailer for The Bad Batch Season 3 dropped on Monday and was pretty awesome! At the very end of this exciting teaser, a certain character we have not seen in many years appeared and lit the internet on fire (at least until the Oscar Nominations came out the next day...). Join me as I discuss some of the questions raised by this revelation.
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Earlier this morning, the 96th Academy Award nominations were announced! Were there some curveballs or did everything go as expected? Join me as I react to reading the nominations for the first time!
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On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 32nd century and the further adventures of the USS Discovery. In this installment, Captain Burnham and crew are called upon to rescue an alien colony from the devastation of a space anomaly known as the DMA. However, the chief magistrate of the colony does not wish the Discovery to rescue a group of condemned prisoners known as "The Examples". What follows is an ethical dilemma in the tradition of classic Star Trek. Join us as we go boldly!
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This year marks the 25th anniversary of Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace. One of the more controversial aspects of the film was the introduction of Midichlorians, microscopic life-forms that reside in all living cells that communicate the will and power of the Force. Join me as I share what I've learned in the years since.
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In Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith, the nearly self-appointed Emperor Palpatine mentioned that the Sith once ruled the galaxy. While little is known in modern Canon, we do have a few details scattered throughout the recent books and comics. Join me as I share what is known, as well as speculate responsibly about what may be.
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Part of the announcement last week of the Mandalorian and Grogu movie also mentioned that Ahsoka season 2 is in the works. While this seems quite obvious now, it was not 100% confirmed until last week. Join me as I share some thoughts on the next step of Ahsoka's journey!
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SPOILERS AHEAD
With the return of the evil Grand Admiral Thrawn to the main Star Wars galaxy at the end of Ahsoka Season 1, it is likely he will take control of the Imperial Remnants and lead a new Empire against the New Republic. This begs the question: How does the First Order come into the picture? Join me as I share with you what is known well as my own responsible speculations about how the pieces fit together.
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This week on our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 22nd century and the true conclusion to the pioneering voyages of the NX-01 Enterprise. On this adventure, xenophobic humans bent on removing all aliens from the Sol System are making demands of the newly-formed Coalition of Planets and it's up to Captain Archer and crew to stop them before they destroy Starfleet Command. Join us as we go boldly!
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In the early seasons of The Clone Wars series, we learn about the Mandalorian culture and its history. When Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi confronts Mandalorian extremist Pre Vizla, the latter refers to a historical event called "The Fall of the Old Republic", which occurred a thousand years before the Star Wars films. What is this moment in galactic history? How does it relate to the fall of the ancient Sith, an event which also occurred a millennia ago? Join me as I speculate.
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Earlier this week it was announced that a Mandalorian and Grogu movie is in the works and will go into production in 2024. Little is known about the story, so join me today as I responsibly speculate as what we might see in Star Wars' return to the big screen!
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Yesterday morning, Disney and Lucasfilm officially announced that a Mandalorian and Grogu movie will go into production in 2024. Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni will continue the story of everyone's favorite armored dad and his 50-year-old baby navigating a galaxy full of peril. Join me as I share some thoughts!
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2024 marks the 25th anniversary of Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace, released to an infamously mixed reception in the Spring of 1999. One of the new characters introduced in the film was Queen Amidala of Naboo, future mother of Luke and Leia. Join me as I celebrate this stalwart defender of the ideals of the Galactic Republic!
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On this week's episode of the show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the world of bad 70's animation and disgusting visuals. In honor of the 50 year anniversary of Star Trek: The Animated Series, several short films were produced in the style of the aforementioned series for the occasion. And boy do we have some thoughts! Join us as we go boldly!
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In The Empire Strikes Back, Yoda tells Luke: "If once you start down the dark path, forever will it dominate your destiny. Consume you it will". This line has lead many fans to speculate as to whether or not Master Yoda believed in redemption. Did he believe that people who chose the Dark Side could ever come back to the Light? Join me as I share some thoughts on the matter.
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I are joined by Federation Specialist Eric Holmes to discuss the 1984 holiday sci-fi horror comedy classic Gremlins. A nostalgic trip for many a child of the 1980's, and a game-changing film in the history of modern cinema that was partially responsible for the creation of the PG-13 rating, Gremlins has certainly left a mark on many facets of our culture. Join us as we observe what happens when you feed them after midnight. Join us as we go boldly!
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Another year has come to an end, and it's been a year full of Star Wars. From Phase II of the High Republic to season 2 of The Bad Batch, from the Mandalorian Season 3 to Ahsoka, Star Wars has taken us on quite a journey this past year. Join me as I give you my thoughts on 2023 and that galaxy far, far away...
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Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from Page Turners They Were Not! Join me today for a brief discussion of how my love for that galaxy far, far away relates to my love for the most wonderful time of the year!
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Christmastime is here, and with it comes the joy of watching our favorite Christmas and holiday films! Joining me today to discuss the movies we love to watch at the most wonderful time of the year is my good friend Megs. Join us as we take a look at our favorite Christmas movies.
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This week on our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the world of Star Trek animation with not one, but two episodes! First, we'll be looking at the further adventures of the USS Enterprise in the original Star Trek: The Animated Series, and second, we'll be looking at the further misadventures of the USS Cerritos in the wacky world of Lower Decks. Join us as we go boldly!
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The word on the street is that the second season of the Star Wars political thriller Andor will not be released until 2025. Even though this is a bit of a bummer, I would still like to take this opportunity to indulge in some responsible speculation as to what we might see in the second season of this magnificent series! Join me!
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Last month saw the release of the first novel in Phase III of The High Republic multimedia project. Set 200 years before the events of the Star Wars films, The High Republic tells the story of the Jedi Order and the Galactic Republic at the height of their power and influence facing a chaotic enemy bent on destruction. Join me as I share my thoughts on George Mann's The Eye of Darkness, the first novel of Phase III.
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This week on Random Trek, the intrepid Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 24th century and the far reaches of the Delta Quadrant! In this bold adventure, the USS Voyager encounters a photonic alien race who mistake Tom Paris' Captain Proton holodeck program for reality. In order to set things right, the crew must help complete the story of the particular episode of The Adventures of Captain Proton, and our brave Captain Janeway must fill the role of a lifetime! Join us as we go boldly!
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 24th century and the far reaches of the Federation at the station Deep Space 9. On this particular mission, Rom fights back against his brother Quark's diabolical Ferengi business practices by forming a union and demanding better pay and treatment. As you can imagine, things go haywire. Join us as we go boldly!
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The creators of Star Wars have made it very clear that the Force exists in all living beings, and anyone can learn to use it with the proper discipline and training. One question that has yet to be officially answered is how the midi-chlorians fit in to this concept. Join me as I share some thoughts on how I think these microscopic lifeforms affect the ability to train in the Force.
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The concept of media literacy has been a major talking point in many fandoms recently. Star Wars is no exception; some fans have been challenged by story decisions that they feel make no sense. Luke in The Last Jedi, Rey's abilities in the Force, Ahsoka's personality in her series are all examples of things some fans feel do not track. Join me as I share some thoughts about connecting the dots of the story as I give you a brief discussion of media literacy.
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On this episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I finally set a course for the besieged Klatuu Nebula and the adventures of the NSEA Protector. That's right; it's time for the best non-Star Trek Star Trek film: the 2000 cult classic Galaxy Quest. In this story, the cast of a canceled science fiction series are abducted by a race of alien who has mistaken the broadcasts of the show for reality, and what follows is both hilarious and surprisingly heartfelt. But of course, we could not explore this film alone; joining us to share their thoughts are our good friends VideoDrew and NerdChronic. Join us as we go boldly!
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25 years ago yesterday, the trailer to Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace was released. Allow me to share with you my memories of watching it for the first time all those years ago. Plus, because this is Thanksgiving week, allow me to share why I'm grateful for what is perhaps the greatest piece of marketing in the history of cinema.
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 24th century and the continuing voyages of the USS Enterprise-D. In this adventure, Captain Picard receives a message from an old friend warning him of a possible coup at the highest levels of Starfleet. Do his suspicions prove correct? Join us as we go boldly!
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Even though I have covered each episode of Ahsoka in turn on my podcast, I have yet to discuss the series with guests on the show. Today, I am joined by good friends Alden Diaz and Nicky Kumar to explore the wonderful characters and deep lessons of the latest Star Wars series. We would be honored if you would join us!
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It's been more than a year since Star Wars fans were completely blown away by a rather unexpected entry to the franchise: the political thriller Andor! I remember when the series was announced, I thought it was an interesting idea but I didn't pay much mind. Imagine my surprise when the show came out and rocked the fandom to it's core. Join as I discuss my thoughts on the show one year later. There's one way out!
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On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 23rd century and the pre-Original Series adventures of the USS Discovery. This time around, Captain Pike and his intrepid crew must find a way to keep the Sphere Data out of the hands of Section 31 and Control. To accomplish this, Pike travels to the Klingon monastery world of Boreth to acquire a Time Crystal, with the goal of sending the Sphere Data into the future and thus put it out of reach of the sinister Control. Join us as we go boldly!
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In Star Wars The Last Jedi we saw a new Force power on screen for the first time: the ability to project oneself over long distances. Luke Skywalker did this to buy the Resistance time to escape the First Order on Crait and restore a spark of hope to the galaxy. This was perhaps the greatest deed ever performed by a Jedi. However, this was not the last time we would see this ability in the Sequel Trilogy, as Leia would perform a similar feat in The Rise of Skywalker. Join me!
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On this week's episode of our show, our special guest and I set a course for one of the greatest Star Trek episodes of all time: the enthralling masterpiece of television that is Mirror, Mirror. While beaming up to the Enterprise during a dangerous ion storm, Captain Kirk and three other crewmen find themselves in a Game of Thrones-esque universe where the peaceful Federation has been replaced with the brutal Terran Empire, and conquest and treachery are a way of life. How will our heroes escape? Join us as we go boldly!
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Now that the Ahsoka series has ended, the question is how they should continue the story. While there is the remote possibility of a season 2, there are other ways in which this adventure could continue. Furthermore, there is the question of filling in what happened prior to the Ahsoka series with our titular heroine and her padawan. Join me as I share what I would like to see.
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Happy Halloween! On this episode I would like to discuss three topics related to the holiday: First, what are the most common Star Wars costumes I have observed; Second, what would it be like going trick-or-treating to various Star Wars characters' houses; and Third, if you were a kid, which adults from that galaxy far, far away would you want to chaperone you as you trick-or-treat? Join me as I attempt to answer these questions.
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On this week's episode, Captain Ingle and I set a course for one of the greatest and most influential films in the history of cinema, Ridley Scott's 1979 sci-fi horror masterpiece Alien. In this remarkable movie, a crew of space truckers receive a mysterious signal from a crashed alien spacecraft and must investigate per company rules. What they discover is far more horrifying than they could ever imagine! Join us as we go boldly!
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The end of Ahsoka Season 1 left us with several cliffhangers, one of which is Baylan Skoll standing atop a statue staring at a mountain in the distance. This begs the question: What is he looking for? Those who have watched either The Clone Wars or Rebels will immediately recognize the statue as the Father, one of the Mortis Gods, a family of extremely powerful Force-users. What do they have to do with Baylan's quest? Join me as I share a few thoughts.
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On this week's episode of our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course where no one has gone before: a musical episode of Star Trek! In the grand tradition of Buffy the Vampire Slayer's "Once More with Feeling", this out-of-the-box episode of Strange New Worlds manages to have fun with the material while simultaneously exploring the emotional states of the characters in a profound way. Join us as we go boldly with our special guest Chris "Skywalker" Dohmen!
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On this final episode of Ahsoka Season 1, everything comes to a head as Grand Admiral Thrawn prepares to depart for the main galaxy as our heroes rush to stop him, as his return will signal the resurrection of the evil Galactic Empire! Join me as I discuss what I hope will not be the final episode of this latest Star Wars series.
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On this penultimate episode of Season 1 of Ahsoka, our titular heroine and her trusty droid finally arrive at the planet Peridea in search of their lost friends. Meanwhile, the diabolical Grand Admiral Thrawn enlists the help of the Great Mothers to locate Ahsoka and drive her into the open so that he can distract her long enough to make his getaway back to his home galaxy. Join me as I share my thoughts!
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In this Spooky Season I thought it would be appropriate to share with you my favorite scary and otherwise Halloween-themed movies. But I realized I couldn't do it alone; so joining me today is an expert in the world of horror films, my friend Le Gault. Join as we celebrate the season!
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the Mirror Universe, where it's Game of Thrones meets Star Trek in the oppressive Terran Empire. In this alternate universe, the characters we know and love still exist, albeit in evil and conniving forms. This parallel dimension was first introduced in the original Star Trek series, and has since become a favorite of Trekkies and Trekkers everywhere, and these two episodes of the fourth season of Enterprise are some of the best loved of that series. Join us as we go boldly!
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The game's afoot in this installment of Ahsoka. Our antagonists, with prisoner Sabine Wren, arrive at Peridea in the mysterious new galaxy, where they encounter the Great Mothers of the Nightsisters. These witches are all that remains of an ancient kingdom that once dominated this distant world, and it seems they have made a pact of some sort of the diabolical Grand Admiral Thrawn, who we encounter for the first time in live-action in this series. Join me as we explore this episode.
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In the 5th chapter of the Ahsoka series, our titular heroine finds herself in the World Between Worlds, a mystical plane of existence beyond space and time. In this realm she encounters the spirit of her former master Anakin Skywalker, who still has a few teachings to impart. Meanwhile, General Hera Syndulla mounts a desperate search for Ahsoka in the waters of Seatos, aided by the enhanced abilities of her Force-sensitive son Jacen.
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the early years of the 25th century and the voyages of the USS Titan-A. When retired Admiral Picard receives a call for help from Dr. Beverly Crusher, he asks his former first officer Captain Will Riker to pull a few strings to help them charter a ship and go rescue their friend. As the good doctor has warned them not to trust anyone, Picard and Riker attempt to conceal the true nature of their mission from the Titan's obnoxious captain with rather mixed results. Join us as we go boldly!
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It is more than a little likely that George Lucas read JRR Tolkien's masterpiece The Lord of the Rings as he was developing his space opera. It would seem that his successor Dave Filoni is a massive fan of Middle Earth, and the influences of that fantasy world are all over the latest Star Wars series, Ahsoka! Join with me as I point out a few similarities I noticed between the two tales.
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This week on our show, Captain Ingle and I take a look at Ron Howard's 1995 historical drama Apollo 13, based on the incredible story of the eponymous NASA mission. While en route to the Moon in 1970, the Apollo 13 spacecraft suffered an explosion in its oxygen tanks, preventing a lunar landing and forcing the astronauts and mission control technicians to figure out a way to return to earth before time runs out for our brave crew. Joining us to discuss this amazing film is returning guest and friend of the show Scott Ferguson. Join us as we go boldly!
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This week on our show, Captain Ingle is going solo as I am on assignment for Starfleet. In my absence, our intrepid captain brings to you his thoughts on a loving piece of Star Trek homage: the Futurama episode Where No Fan Has Gone Before. Join us as we go boldly!
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Last time we reviewed Star Trek episodes, we covered two of the best and most famous episodes of the entire franchise. This week, we go to the opposite end of the spectrum and take a look at what is considered one of the worst episodes in all of Trek: Rascals, from season 6 of The Next Generation. Is it really as bad as they say? Join us as we go boldly!
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On this special episode of The Guest Awakens, I am joined by the great Ken Napzok of ForceCenter and Pop Rockin' Radio. Because our esteemed guest is affiliated with members of the various guilds that are currently on strike, it would not be appropriate to discuss the franchise normally covered by this podcast. Therefore, given that our guest hosts an internet radio show, we have chosen to discuss popular music and musicians that have influenced our lives. Join us!
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Today I am joined by two of my favorite people of the entire world of fandom: Chris and Robert Adams, creators and hosts of the Cinefanatics channel! Today's topic of conversation is our favorite moments as Star Wars fans. Not our favorite moments of the movies, shows, and so forth, but the moments in our lives when we were most happy to be fans. What were the moments in which we found the most joy in loving that galaxy far, far way? Join us and find out!
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Dave Filoni's Ahsoka series just keeps getting better and better, and the latest installment may be my favorite episode so far! Epic lightsaber battles, surprising twists and turns, and deep discussions of what it means to fight for "the greater good" await us in this incredible midpoint of the latest Star Wars series! Join me as we set course to that galaxy far, far away...
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On this day 57 years ago, Gene Roddenberry's bright vision of the future premiered on television. Since then, Star Trek has grown into a globe-spanning multimedia franchise that has touch the lives of millions. Join me, your intrepid commander, as we celebrate! Join me as we go boldly!
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Even though it's coming a bit late, I would like to share with you my thoughts of last week's episode of the latest Star Wars series, Ahsoka! Join me as we examine the title character's evolution as a teacher, Sabine's evolution as a padawan with limited Force aptitude, and Hera's attempts to convince the New Republic of the reality of Thrawn's return!
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This week on our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for not one, but two of the most beloved Star Trek episodes of all time. In the first, we travel to the 23rd century wherein the USS Enterprise it's called to the border between Federation and Klingon space at the space station K7. Here a mischievous salesman named Cyrano Jones introduces the crew to a fuzzy little creature called a Tribble, which proves to be quite troublesome despite its cute nature. In the second episode, the crew of the USS Defiant (and station Deep Space 9) are deliberately transported back in time to relive the events of the first episode by an individual determined to change history. Join us as we go boldly!
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The latest series in the so-called "MandoVerse", Dave Filoni's Ahsoka debuted on Disney+ last week. Now that I've had time to digest the two episode premiere, I would like to share with you my thoughts on this latest entry in that galaxy far, far away...
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This week on the show, Captain Ingle and I move beyond the world of Star Trek and instead set a course to the near future and the possibility of first contact with an alien race. While many films have tackled this subject, few have done it as deftly as Denis Villeneuve’s 2016 masterpiece Arrival. Joining us to discuss this Tour de force of a film is our good friend Adelia Chamberlain. Join us as we go boldly!
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the furthest reaches of the Federation and the continuing military escapades of the space station Deep Space 9. Following a string of victories that have come at a tremendous cost, Benjamin Sisko challenges his old academy rival Captain Solok to a game of baseball to prove that Vulcans, despite their advanced coordination and strength, still lack the heart necessary to play this classic sport. Join us as we go boldly!
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I think most film fans agree that 2022 was an excellent year in cinema. So how does 2023 measure up so far? Joining me today to discuss where we stand at the moment is Trevor Matteson of Oscar Buzz. Join us as we examine 2023 so far and recommend a few films that you should check out if you're looking for the best films of this fascinating year!
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According to most Star Trek fans, seasons one and two of The Next Generation are by far the weakest of the series and perhaps the worst seasons of the entire franchise. However, they are not without merit; this week's episode takes to arguable the best installment these two seasons have to offer: The Measure of a Man, a legal procedural which determines the status of our favorite android, and will have wide-reaching implications for the future of the franchise. Join us as we go boldly!
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Many people of a religious or spiritual persuasion connect with certain films on a deep level either because those films are overtly made with that purpose in mind or inadvertently present something that connects with or strengthens the faith that person already possesses. Joining me today to discuss this very topic is former Movie Trivia Schmoedown analyst Doctor Megan “Megs” McCurley.
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, our intrepid Captain Ingle is on an away mission so it's up to me, his faithful First Officer, to run the ship. Last week, Strange New Worlds did indeed go where no one has gone before (at least in the Star Trek franchise) when it became a musical. Also, we are exactly one month away from the return of Lower Decks and we could not be more excited! Join me as we go boldly!
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This week on Random Trek, Captain Ingle set a course for the 23rd Century and the continuing adventures of the NX-01 Enterprise as she and her gallant crew take humanity's first steps into a larger galaxy. On this episode, communications officer Hoshi Sato grapples with her fear of the relatively new transporter technology and begins to suspect that her first transport may have damaged her in a way she can't explain. Join us as we go boldly into Season 6 of our podcast!
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I think it is safe to say without any hyperbole that Harrison Ford is one of our greatest living actors. Joining me today to discuss the distinguished career of this Oscar-nominated gentleman are fellow film pundits Paul Preston and Adam Witt, otherwise known as The Movie Guys. Join us as we journey through the adventures of a national treasure!
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Much has been said over the years of George Lucas' Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace, and much will continue to be said for many years to come. Most of the Star Wars fandom has come to embrace this chapter of that galaxy far, far away, which is quite different than how many fans reacted 20 years ago. I myself have gone on a journey as far as my feelings on this film are concerned, and I am very pleased to say that now I love it! Join me and my guests, the fine host of the Nerherder Podcast, as we discuss why we love The Phantom Menace.
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This week on our show, Captain Ingle and I bring you another animated double feature. First, we set a course for the 23rd century and the continuation of Captain Kirk's historical five-year mission, and secondly we travel to the late 24th century and the continuing misadventures of the USS Cerritos. Join us as we go boldly!
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Between the years of 1985 and 1999, there was no new on-screen media in the Star Wars Saga aside from video games. It was up to the novels to keep the story going as fans around the world waited with baited breath for George Lucas to continue the tale of Anakin Skywalker. Joining me today is the co-host of literary Star Wars podcast Tarkin's Top Shelf Becca Benjamin. Join us as we travel through the bibliography of that galaxy far, far away...
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On this week's episode of the show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the Delta Quadrant and the continuing adventure of the USS Voyager. On this outing, Neelix must regale the Ex-Borg children with a chilling tale of how a spacebourne entity caused havoc to the ship and to the crew. Join us as we go boldly!
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Joining me today on Page Turners They Were Not are my good friends Gus and Nani from Triad of the Force. In nearly the year that has passed since they were last on my show, much has happened in the world of Star Wars (and other franchises besides), and I thought it would be fun to catch up on our feelings about our favorite properties. Join us as we discuss the state of Star Wars and the recently released Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.
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This week on Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 23rd Century and the continuing voyages of the USS Enterprise. This time around, Captain Kirk and crew must solve the mystery of the destruction of an entire solar system. But we are not alone in our examination of this fan-favorite episode; We are happy to be joined by Star Trek ultra-fanatic Robert Meyer Burnett, who love this episode with a passion. Join us as we go boldly!
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On this episode on Random Trek we have reached the end of the Star Trek theatrical films with 2016's Star Trek Beyond. Whilst in the middle of their 5-year mission, the crew of the USS Enterprise seeks some rest and relaxation on the Yorktown starbase. While they are there, a refugee fleeing a hostile situation within the nearby nebula prompts the crew to explore this threat. But everything goes haywire as they travel to investigate. Join us as we examine the most recent film in the Star Trek canon. Join us as we go boldly!
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Last night I saw the latest installment of the Indiana Jones saga. Today I would like to share my thoughts on the film. Join me!
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One of the things the fans have enjoyed since Star Wars' release in 1977 is the seedy underbelly of the galaxy, populated by all manner of scum and villainy such as Jabba the Hutt and everyone's favorite space pirate Han Solo. What is it about these types of characters that are so appealing to the fans? Join me as we discuss.
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This week on Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the early adventures of the USS Enterprise under the command of Captain Christopher Pike. This week, an alien entity sends the crew into a fantasy world draw from a children's story book where Dr. M'Benga must reach the ending of the tale. Join us as we dive into an episode that is very much in the tradition of classics such as The Squire of Gothos and Shore Leave. Join us as we go boldly!
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With Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny on the horizon, I thought I would take this opportunity to tell you how I got into this classic action-adventure universe. My path to the world of Indy doesn't begin with the movies; it actually begins with the old Lucasarts point-and-click adventure game Indiana Jones and the Fate of Atlantis. Join me as I take a walk down memory lane to the mid-90's and the misadventures on the PC.
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As it so happens, this episode of Random Trek is being released on Juneteenth. While the installment of Star Trek we are about to discuss doesn't quite relate to the observance of today, it does deal with a group of people learning to put aside their perceived differences and learning to work together, which I believe is a topic appropriate to Juneteenth. Join me as I am still in temporary command as our intrepid Captain is still on an away mission. Join us as we go boldly!
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On this week’s episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle is on an away mission and it’s up to me, your intrepid First Officer Brennen Marr, to guide us through this installment. This week we set course for the far reaches of the Federation and the adventures of the crew of station Deep Space 9. This time around, Sisko and O’Brien find themselves stranded on a planet inhabited by the survivors of a downed Federation spaceship who have been unable to leave due to some strange energy disrupting all electronics. Join us as we go boldly!
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It's been a fairly slow news week as far as Star Wars is concerned, but there are a few things of note I would like to address. Firstly, June 12th marked the 30th anniversary of the release of Jurassic Park, a movie with special effects from some of the technical wizards who brought their skills to that galaxy far, far away. Secondly, a new Star Wars video game was announced, and I'm excited to share my thoughts with you! Join me!
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The other day I told a friend of mine to watch Star Wars Rebels after he finished Andor. He got confused and started watching The Bad Batch instead. I then realized that there are story threads in The Bad Batch that connect very deeply with Rebels, and that his choice to watch it in this order would actually yield some interesting results as far as an understanding of the story and characters of Rebels. Join with me as I discuss how the order we watch Star Wars in has an effect on how we view other stories in that galaxy far, far away...
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Star Wars changed everything. Joining me on this episode of The Guest Awakens to discuss the wide-reaching influence of that galaxy far, far away is Adam Collins of Champs On Film (and former Schmoedown champion!). Come with us as we examine the effects of Star Wars on both the screen and behind that screen.
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Recently there has been a concern from Star Wars fans regarding who should play the live-action version of a character introduced in animation. For example, some fans were adamant that only Ashley Eckstein could play Ahsoka Tano in live-action. They were very disappointed when someone else (in this case Rosario Dawson) was cast as the character instead of the original voice actress. Join with me as I responsibly speculate as to why some voice actors get to play their live-action counterparts while others do not.
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As we continue our exploration of all the movies in the Star Trek franchise, Captain Ingle and I are joined by our good friend Chris Dohmen to discuss the 12th film in the franchise, Star Trek: Into Darkness. And boy, do we have some thoughts! Join us as we go boldly
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On May 25th, 1983, Return of the Jedi was released in the theaters, completing George Lucas' original Star Wars Trilogy. Here we are 40 years later, and the film has lost none of its cinematic power. Join me as I celebrate this truly iconic part of that galaxy far, far away...
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Recently it has become common to hear the complaint that the Star Wars franchise and its creators have a "problem" with nostalgia and fan service. Join me today as I share my thoughts on why I don't think these things are a problem, and why the basic building blocks of storytelling are far more important.
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This week on our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 22nd century and the adventures of the original NX-01 Enterprise. In this particular storyline, Dr. Arik Soong, the ancestor of Data’s creator, has stolen a batch of human embryos leftover from the infamous Eugenics Wars of Earth. These embryos have been modified through genetic engineering to produce a race of “supermen” in the same vain as Star Trek’s most famous villain, Khan Noonien Singh. Join us as we examine what superior ability breeds as we go boldly!
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George Lucas began writing his space opera in 1973, with a two-paragraph outline which was literally out of this world. The following year, he wrote his first full-length draft of the screenplay, entitled The Star Wars. Join me as I examine this original draft and how it evolved to the story we all know and love.
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Today's episode of Page Turners They Were Not was suggested by friend of the show Capt. Hopper. He asked me what I thought about a series filling in the gaps of the Sequel Trilogy just as the animated series The Clone Wars filled in the gaps of the Prequel Trilogy. Join me as I answer this intriguing question...
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This week on Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I look back at the Star Trek series that brought us in to this science-fiction odyssey: Star Trek The Next Generation! Join us as we go boldly!
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On this penultimate episode of my gratitude week, I'd like to express my thanks for the concept of the Force. As a religious person, the philosophy and theology of the Force speaks to me on a deeply personal level. George Lucas took many concepts of the world's religions and boiled them down to their essence in such a way that every person of a religious and spiritual persuasion, even if they believe in a god or not, can understand and apply those lessons to their own lives. Join me as I celebrate what is possible Star Wars' greatest contribution.
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Today on Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I are joined by special guests Lieutenant Commander Chris Dohmen and Chief Petty Officer Aaron Dye as we set a course for J.J. Abrams’ 2009 alternate reality/reboot of the classic science fiction series. With the financial failure of Star Trek Nemesis and the cancellation of Enterprise, Star Trek needed a comeback in a big way; and boy, did J.J. deliver! Join us as we go boldly!
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Today on day 4 of my gratitude week, I'd like to give thanks for Lucasfilm Publishing's latest initiative: Star Wars The High Republic. This new storyline, told through novels and comics, takes us back hundreds of years before the Star Wars films to an era of enlightenment and exploration. During this time, the Jedi and the Republic seek to expand their reach throughout the galaxy, only to run a foul of a bunch of space vikings known as the Nihil. I wasn't sure what to think when Lucasfilm announced this project, but now that I've gotten into it, I wouldn't have it any other way! Join me as I discuss!
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On day 3 of my gratitude week, I'd like to give thanks for the maker himself, George Lucas. Much has been said of the man in flannel, both good and bad, but I'm here to talk about why George Lucas deserves our gratitude. Not only did he create that galaxy far, far away and the adventures of a teacher-turned-archeologist, but he changed cinema in ways that almost defy description. Join me as I share my gratitude.
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On Day 2 of my gratitude week, I would like to tell you why I'm grateful for the Star Wars Sequel Trilogy. These 3 films mean so much to me that it's hard to put into words, but join me as I make the attempt to explain why I'm so grateful for the creators and actors that have created these latest chapters in the Skywalker Saga. Join me!
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This week on my podcast I wanted to focus on gratitude. To kick off this initiative, I'd like to share with you the podcasts and podcasters I'm grateful for; the shows that mean a lot to me, and have helped me on my own journey as a podcaster. Join me!
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Today is Star Wars Day (probably because of the pun: "May the 4th be with you"), and fans the world over are celebrating that galaxy far, far away. To add to that celebration, I would like to share with you why Star Wars connects with me and why it resonates so emotionally with me. Join me!
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In a world of divided opinions and less-than-civil discourse, sometimes we must take a step back and just remember that Star Wars is meant to be fun. Join me today as I discuss this very topic with my good friend Dagan. Join us as we discuss a world in which a princess has buns for hair and a 7-foot-tall guy wears a dog suit.
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Today was supposed to be the release of our review of Star Trek '09, but due to a technological mishap, we unfortunately will not be able to present you with that episode. However, since technological glitches are a part of the fun of Star Trek, I'd like to take the opportunity to discuss some of the most noteworthy malfunctions in the history of Gene Roddenberry's landmark franchise. Join us as we go boldly!
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On this episode on A Larger World, I would like to share some thoughts about speculation and expectation. As fans, speculation is what we do, and there's nothing wrong with that. Where it does get wrong is when our speculations become expectations set in stone. I believe it's extremely important to engage with what is there instead of what isn't there. Join me as I share some thoughts.
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Prior to this most recent season of The Mandalorian, we as an audience assumed that the remnants of the Empire fled into the Unknown Regions of the galaxy and became the First Order. While that is true from a certain point of view, this series has revealed that there is a loosely united Imperial Remnant that is under control of Grand Admiral Thrawn, at least in theory. So that raises the question: what is the relationship between the Shadow Council which governs the Imperial Remnant and the fledgling First Order? Join me as I theorize responsibly.
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for two animated episodes, one from the original animated series, and the other from the more recent animated series. One takes itself very seriously while the other…well…doesn't. Join us as we follow the continuing adventures of the USS Enterprise and the USS Cerritos as they both go where no one has gone before! Join us as we go boldly!
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Well my friends, we've come to it at last: the final episode of season 3 of The Mandalorian. This episode has taught me an important lesson about speculating responsibly. Thanks to some of the great friends I've made in the podcasting sphere, I've learned the value of engaging with the story presented to you. Join me as we examine this amazing finale to an amazing season! Join me, it is your destiny!
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Even though I was unable to attend Star Wars Celebration London, several friends and fellow podcasters were able to make the trip. Two of those friends join me today to discuss their experiences at this amazing convention! Join me as I recap Celebration with good friends and returning guests Alden Diaz and Nicky Kumar. Join me; it is your destiny!
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Last week at Star Wars Celebration London, Lucasfilm officially announced three new Star Wars films. One of these installments will be about Jedi Master Rey Skywalker rebuilding the Jedi Order some 15 years after The Rise of Skywalker. Join me as we responsibly speculate as to what we might see in this new chapter in that galaxy far, far away...
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On this week’s episode on Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 24th century and the continuing voyages of the USS Enterprise-D. This time around, the Enterprise receives a distress signal from a ship in orbit of Turkana 4, the homeworld of now deceased crewmember Tasha Yar. Upon their arrival, they meet with the leader of one of the factions, who presents them with a liaison, who happens to be the sister of the late Tasha. Join us as we go boldly!
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Last week saw the penultimate episode of season 3 of The Mandalorian, and what an episode it was! Not only did we get much needed information on the state of the Imperial remnants, but we also saw a group of united Mandalorians head back to their homeworld to prepare to take back what was stolen. What they find is more than they imagined, and not in a good way. Join me as we check out the latest adventure of Din and Grogu.
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A few weeks ago saw the emotional end of The Bad Batch Season 2. Join with me today as I discuss my overall feelings of this season of Star Wars streaming.
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Last Friday, on the first day of Star Wars Celebration London, Lucasilm and Kathleen Kennedy officially announced three new Star Wars movies that will cover three different time periods in that galaxy far, far away. The first film will take us back to the dawn of the Jedi, the second will conclude the four live-action shows within the so-called "Mandoverse" (the time period of The Mandalorian), and the third will take us to the years following The Rise of Skywalker and the exploits of Jedi Master Rey Skywalker as she rebuilds the Jedi Order. Join with me as we dive a little deeper and speculate responsibly as to what we might see.
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This week on Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I present our thoughts on two episodes of Star Trek, one from Discovery and the other from Lower Decks. Join us as we examine two completely different episodes, jumping from the serious and tragic to the absurdly silly. Join us as we go boldly!
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It may come as a complete shock to you, but we finally have a Mandalorian episode that I didn't care for overall. Shocking, I know. To be clear, I did not hate the episode, nor would I apply the dreaded label of "filler". That being said, it is a very daring and interesting episode which managed to take me by surprise several times. The parts of this episode that I absolutely loved involved the Mandalorians and their possible future. Join me as we explore.
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Today's the first day of Star Wars Celebration London, and the news is already pouring out. Some new movies were announced, but what gets me most excited is the teaser trailer for the Ahsoka series, which basically serves as a sequel to the Star Wars Rebels animated series. The Ahsoka series (which is live action) will continue the adventures of the principal characters of the series as they deal with the rising threat of Grand Admiral Thrawn, who sees himself as the "heir to the empire".
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Several months ago saw the release of Star Wars: Andor, one of the most extraordinary pieces of media I have ever seen. However, I noticed a tendency among some fans to weaponize Andor in their criticisms of the other Star Wars shows. In other words, they were using their love of Andor to justify their dislike of the other series. Join me as I share some rambling thoughts on navigating the post-Andor landscape.
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On this most recent episode of The Mandalorian, the forces of Pirate King Gorian Shard besiege Navarro City and drive the people from their homes. Greef Karga sends out a distress call which ultimately results in the Mandalorians coming to his rescue. Join me as we dive in to this latest episode of a truly extraordinary Star Wars show!
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As the Star Wars Prequel Trilogy revealed, the Jedi Order forbade romantic relationships and other emotional attachments. This is ironic considering that Luke Skywalker's love and attachment to his father ultimately saved the galaxy. This begs the question: why were the Jedi so frightened by love? I believe that they feared that all love would ultimately turn selfish and lead to poor choices. However, as we know, love and attachment can also be our greatest strengths when they are done selflessly. Join me as we examine the difference between selfish and selfless love.
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As our voyages continue, we arrive at the last Star Trek film to feature the cast of The Next Generation: Star Trek Nemesis. In this final adventure, a new ruler of the Romulan Empire desires to negotiate with the Federation. Captain Picard and the USS Enterprise travel to Romulus, only to discover that the new ruler of the Empire is a clone of Picard himself! Today we are joined by our good friend and fellow Trekkie Justin Toner. Join us as we go boldly!
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Next month is Star Wars Celebration London. I am unfortunately unable to attend, but I am excited nonetheless! Today I would like to discuss what we might see or what might be revealed to us at Celebration. Join me as we take a look.
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On this episode on Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 23rd century and the adventures of Captain Pike and the USS Enterprise. When a future version of Pike appears to warn his younger self of what the future will hold if he does not embrace his destiny, young Pike is taken into an alternate universe where he reenacts the Federation’s famous standoff with the Romulans. The only difference is that Pike is the captain instead of James T. Kirk, and that makes a huge difference. Join us as we go boldly!
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On this most recent episode of The Mandalorian, a young foundling is captured by a large flying creature, and it's up to Din Djarin and Bo-Katan to lead a rescue party to recover the child. Meanwhile, Grogu spends some quality time with the Armorer, in the which he experiences a flashback of his survival of Order 66. Join me as we examine this episode.
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This week on Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 22nd century and the adventures of the NX-01 as it ventures into the Expanse in search of those responsible for a devastating attack on Earth. Join us as we go boldly!
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It's time for another spoiler review on this episode of Mando Mondays! This is perhaps the heaviest episode of The Mandalorian we have yet seen, as it deals with the ethics of leaving the Galactic Empire behind and creating the "glorious" New Republic. As the title suggests, both the A plot and B plot deal with conversion to an idea. Join with me as we explore one of the most challenging installments of Star Wars I have ever seen.
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Joining me today to recap the best films of 2022 is former Movie Trivia Schmoedown champion Adam Collins, now the co-host of the great Youtube channel Champs On Film. Join us as we take a look at the films of the 95th Academy Awards as well as a few great films that didn't get their due at awards season. Join us for a good time!
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This past Sunday was the 95th Academy Awards, celebrating the films of 2022. And what a great year it was! Not only did it give us a film that is now in my top 3 superhero films of all time, it also gave us some unique and challenging cinema that will probably remain in our minds for a long time. Join me as I share my thoughts on the winners of these little golden men.
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It’s time for my full-on spoiler review of the latest chapter in the adventures of Din Djarin and little Grogu. Join us as we travel to the obliterated planet of Mandalore in order to find the sacred waters beneath the mines as Din seeks redemption for his supposed “sins”. Join us as we venture to that galaxy far, far away…
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Today on The Guest Awakens, I am joined by two of my closest friends in the geek Twittersphere: Alden Diaz and Nicky Kumar. You might recognize these gentlemen from their frequent appearances on Casterly Talk as well as their own individual endeavors. Join us as we discuss the Willow Disney+ series that recently concluded. Join us as we share our unabashed joy for this great show!
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My religious/spiritual beliefs make up a majority of my identity. Therefore, the spiritual lessons of Star Wars resonate with me on a very deep level. Today I would like to discuss four lessons from that galaxy far, far away that correspond to religious tenets I believe. Join me.
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On this episode of The Guest Awakens, I am joined by not one but two guests to discuss the early career of George Lucas. Adam Witt and Paul Preston of The Movie Guys join me as we chart the Creator's journey from his original THX 1138 short film to the release of his science fantasy magnum opus. Join us as we take our first steps into a larger world...
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This week on our show, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the Delta Quadrant and the continuing adventures of the USS Voyager. In this installment of the fifth Star Trek series, Chakotay, Kim, Neelix, and Paris return from a scouting mission only to discover that they possess repressed memories of their involvement in a massacre during a guerrilla war. Join us as we examine the effects of PTSD years before it would become a regular topic of international conversation. Join us as we go boldly!
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Last week, The Mandalorian made its triumphant return to Disney+! It's been quite a while since we got to see our favorite helmeted hero and his green son with big ears. Join me as I give a full spoiler review to this first episode of the 3rd season of what is probably the most popular Star Wars show we have ever seen.
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Yesterday saw the release of the first episode of season 3 of The Mandalorian. Join me as I give you some non-spoiler thoughts on this long-awaited return of the most popular Star Wars series.
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I am recording this episode on February 28th, 2023. Tomorrow, which is March 1st, will see the return of the most popular Star Wars series, The Mandalorian! It's hard to believe it's been two years since Din Djarin's tearful parting with Grogu, and even though we had The Book of Boba Fett acting as Mandalorian season 2.5, it's been a long road to get to this moment. Join me as we prepare for the triumphant return!
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set course for the ninth film in the Star Trek franchise: Star Trek Insurrection. But we cannot do this alone; we are therefore joined by our fellow Trek fan, 50 Shades of Geek. Join us as we examine a very episodic entry in the franchise. Join us as we go boldly!
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On today's episode of The Guest Awakens, I am joined by one of my favorite people in the fandomsphere: Nicky Kumar, co-host of the Imperial Senate podcast and a frequent contributor to Casterly Talk, a Game of Thrones podcast that also covers other fantasy franchises such as Lord of the Rings and Willow. Today we'll be discussing what we love about this amazing era to be a geek, an era in which we are blessed with a plethora of sci-fi/fantasy properties that bring us such joy! Join us for the journey!
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In this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set course for Deep Space 9 and the Klingon Defense Fleet. During the course of the Dominion War, the legendary Klingon warrior Kor approaches Commander Worf to receive a commission to return to active service. General Martok, the leader of the Klingon fleet, does not want to give Kor the status he deserves. Join us as we examine this episode of what might be the greatest Star Trek series of all time! Join us as we go boldly!
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We are less than two weeks away from the launch of season 3 of The Mandalorian, and I am over the moon with excitement! Also on the horizon are many more Star Wars shows that range from animation for preschoolers all the way to a murder mystery and the shadow of the Sith. Join me as I show my excitement for this next stage in that galaxy far, far away...
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On this week's episode on Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I are joined by friend of the show Steven Morris to discuss what might be the greatest episode of Star Trek ever seen, as well as one of the greatest episodes in all of television history. In this episode, Captain Kirk and the USS Enterprise must match wits with a Romulan bird of prey as it wreaks havoc along the Federation border. Join us as we go boldly!
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This week on our show, Captain ingle and I set a course for a year from now and the misadventures of the time-traveling crew of La Sirena, as Picard and company attempt to navigate the strange world that is 2024. Looking for clues that might help him unravel Q’s puzzle, Jean-Luc searches for someone who can help. Join us as we go boldly!
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2022 was quite a year for Star Wars. Joining me today to discuss the recent entries in that galaxy far, far away are Gus and Nani of Triad of the Force. Come with us as we explore the past year in Star Wars!
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Last week we lost American actress Cindy Williams, most famous for her role as Shirley on the sitcom Laverne and Shirley. Her next most significant role was as Laurie in George Lucas' 1973 coming of age dramedy American Graffiti. Join me today as I pay tribute to this marvelous and funny actress as well as discuss the significance of this film on that galaxy far, far away...
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This week on Random Trek we present our deep-dive into what is arguably one of the best Star Trek films ever made, and definitely one of the best science fiction films of the 1990's: Star Trek First Contact! In this adventure with the crew of the USS Enterprise-E, the evil Borg travel back in time to prevent humans from making contact with the Vulcans, and assimilating Earth into its collective. Joining us to discuss this film is our friend and returning guest Kelly Wang. Join us as we go boldly!
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The nominations for the 95th Academy Awards were announced this morning. Even though nothing Star Wars or Star Wars adjacent was up for any Oscars, there were a plethora of great films that came out this year that deserves our attention. Join me as I take a look!
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This week on Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 32nd century and the adventures of the USS discovery. In order to make contact with a mysterious species that is threatening the galaxy with destruction, Captain Burnham and her intrepid crew must go where a few people have gone before: the Galactic Barrier! join us as we go boldly!
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The new Star Wars series "The Acolyte" is currently in production, and I'm very excited! Set 100 years before the movies, it will tell the story of a Jedi Master and a Padawan investigating a murder, only to discover that something darker is at work. The question I have is this: what is the morality of this series? With the recent success of Andor, Lucasfilm seems more willing to explore the shades of gray that exists in George Lucas' morality play. What will this series show? Join me and I'll explain why I think this series will still fit within the morality of that galaxy far, far away...
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During Monday Night Football earlier this week, Lucasfilm released the first trailer for The Mandalorian Season 3. To make a long story short, this is a great trailer. Join me as we dive in and discuss (responsibly) what we might see in this new season.
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On this episode of Page Turners They Were Not, I am joined by my friends from The Nerdherder Podcast. A few weeks ago, the cohost of said podcast, JDub, watched The Lord of the Rings trilogy in its entirety for the first time. On this episode, I will discuss with them the comparisons between the two franchises, as well as what else we've learned along the way. Join me!
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This week on Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set course for what might arguably be the worst season of Star Trek ever: The Next Generation, season 1. However, there are the occasional bright spots in an otherwise lackluster season. In the episode The Big Goodbye, we're introduced to the possibilities of the holodeck. One of Captain Picard's pastimes is reading about the fictional 1940's detective Dixon Hill, and in this episode that pastime comes to life on the holodeck. As you can well imagine, things go horribly wrong. Join us as we go boldly!
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In The Rise of Skywalker, Rey travels to Ahch-To after learning she is a Palpatine. In her anger, she throws the Skywalker lightsaber into the flames that are consuming Kylo Ren's TIE Fighter. At that moment, the ghost of Master Luke Skywalker emerges and catches the blade. What is the meaning of this particular moment? Join me and we'll discuss!
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Today on the show, I want to ask the question: does Anakin Skywalker still have to atone for the evil things he did in life? What awaits him within the Force afterlife? Join me as we examine this idea.
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This week on Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I are pleased to bring you not one, but two episodes of Star Trek. Oddly enough, they both happen to be animated episodes of Star Trek. With the season finale of Star Trek Prodigy last week, this new show is now fair game for our randomizer. And what episode of this latest series will we be taking a look at? It's the episode Time Amok, in which our intrepid heroes find themselves in a conundrum involving time, a frequent concept in Star Trek. The other episode is Yesteryear, which is the second episode of Star Trek: The Animated Series. Will we finally have an episode of this series that we actually like? Join us as we go boldly!
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Today on Page Turners They Were Not, I wanted to give my thoughts on the overuse of the word "filler", and how it is often incorrectly used. It is my opinion that the only things that are truly filler are those that add nothing to the story, characters, plot, or world. Join me as I explain further.
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for a mysterious energy ribbon and the crossover of a lifetime, where we will witness the historic meeting between Captain Jean-Luc Picard and Captain James Tiberius Kirk. But of course, we cannot complete this journey without a special guest; in this case, my oldest friend and the reason why I'm a Star Trek fan, Admiral Scott Ferguson. Join us as we go boldly!
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This week on Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I are joined by two special guests as we each create a fantasy draft crew for a Starship. We can draw characters from any era and any show, so let's see what we can come up with! Join us as we go boldly!
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On this episode of Page Turners They Were Not, we're just going to take it easy discussing the joys of Star Wars and its holiday moments. From the infamous Holiday Special to the great lessons of the franchise, let's celebrate Christmas with that galaxy far, far away...
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As it currently stands, The Mandalorian Season 3 will begin on March 1st, 2023. It is a major understatement to say just how excited the fandom is to see the further adventures of Din Djarin and Grogu. Join me as we speculate responsibly as to what we might see in the next chapter of this fantastic series!
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Today, December 20th, 2022, marks the three year anniversary of the release of Star Wars The Rise of Skywalker. It is not at all hyperbole to tell you that this was the single greatest movie theater experience of my entire life! Join me as we celebrate!
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On this week's episode on Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 21st century in a strange alternate universe created by Q. As Admiral Picard attempts to prevent sabotage of the impending Europa mission, an FBI agent with an interest in extraterrestrial life apprehends the Admiral in an attempt to make sense of the strange events occurring on Earth. Join us as we go boldly!
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As soon as the first teaser for The Force Awakens launched in November of 2014, speculation exploded as to the origins and/or family descent of the three lead characters of the Sequel Trilogy. Questions abounded as to Finn and his origins. Some of that speculation died down as the Sequel Trilogy continued, but I believe it's possible that Finn is related to a minor character we first met in Star Wars Rebels. Join me as I elaborate.
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Today on Page Turners They Were Not, I am joined by the hosts of the Radio Rebellion podcast, Alberto and Oti! Together we will look back on this groundbreaking first season of Andor. Join us!
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for Deep Space 9. At the end of Season 5, the evil Dominion retakes DS9 from the United Federation of Planets, and Captain Sisko is forced to abandon the station. These two episodes which we are reviewing take place early in Season 6, when Sisko comes up with a bold plan to retake the station despite the odds. Join us as we examine what might be some of the best episodes of this amazing series. Join us as we go boldly!
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Three years ago, Lucasfilm and Electronic Arts released Star Wars Jedi: Fallen Order, a story-driven third-person action game set after the events of Order 66. The game was a huge success, and the first trailer for its sequel was released yesterday during The Game Awards. Join me as I discuss my experience with this game, as well as its possible future in the canon of that galaxy far, far away...
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Today on Page Turners They Were Not, we're going to do something a little different: we're not going to talk about Star Wars; instead, we're going to talk about Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. Earlier this week, the first teaser for the next installment in the Indy saga was released, and it got tongues a-wagging to say the least. I have two theories as to the story of this film, specifically regarding the title and a certain character that we will see in this film. Join me as we dig deep!
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the Delta Quadrant and the adventures of the U.S.S. Voyager, wherein Lieutenant Tuvok finds himself stranded on an alien world with three young children. As he tries to figure out a way to return to his ship, Tuvok will face ethical dilemmas as well as the "illogic" of childhood. Join us as we go boldly!
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On this episode on Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I are joined by none other than the president of our United Federation himself, Scott "The Movie" Mantz! Join us as we discuss one of the greatest entries in the franchise, as the Federation and the Klingon Empire find themselves at the same crossroads as the United States and the Soviet Union did in our time. Join us as we go boldly!
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On this Thanksgiving, I wanted to take the opportunity to thank the cast and crew of Andor, which had its season finale yesterday, and celebrate why this series might be the best Star Wars ever made. Join me as we celebrate this holiday by celebrating the latest entry in that galaxy far, far away...
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Following the cancellation of Star Trek: The Original Series, fans of the franchise were given the chance to follow the further adventures of Captain Kirk and company in the aptly named Star Trek: The Animated Series. It is the general consensus that animation in the 1970's was downright awful. This "problem" has proven a hinderance for us at Random Trek, but we are very glad that the animation of the modern Trek shows is head and shoulders above what it was 50 years ago. Join Captain Ingle as he discusses how the animation of Star Trek has evolved from terrible to amazing in our modern time. Join him as he goes boldly!
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On this week's episode, Captain Ingle and I bring you a two-for-one examination of the animated side of Star Trek. in our first half, we set a of course for the 23rd century and be continuing voyages of the original USS Enterprise. In the second half, we set a course for the 24th century and the continuing MISadventures of the USS Cerritos. Despite being animated, these two shows could not be more different. Join us as we go boldly!
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Earlier this week the latest Star Wars series began filming. It is called The Acolyte, and it's set 100 years before the movies at the tail end of an era known as the High Republic. Described as a mystery-thriller, it will tell the story of a Jedi Master and his Padawan as they investigate a series of murders. Join me as I share some thoughts on what we might see in this latest installment in that galaxy far, far away...
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On today's episode, I'd like to discuss romance and the Jedi, especially how it has changed over the years. The High Republic novels seem to suggest that several hundred years before the Clone Wars, the Jedi were less uptight about romance. That has led me to theorize that the Jedi weren't always such sticklers, and that their dogmatic approach evolved over the years. Join me as we discuss.
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set course for the 23rd century and the penultimate episode of Star Trek The Original Series. In this adventure, Captain Kirk and crew investigate a planet whose star is about to go nova and whose inhabitants have all mysteriously disappeared. What will their investigation uncover? Join us as we go boldly!
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The latest Star Wars installment, Andor, has become my favorite series (animated or live-action) in that galaxy far, far away. It is not at all hyperbole to say that this is operating on a whole different level than most Star Wars media. I absolutely love The Mandalorian, The Book of Boba Fett, and Obi-Wan Kenobi, even if I do prefer Andor due to its brilliant writing and fantastic characters. That does not mean that the other shows don't have great writing and great characters, it's just that Andor has raised the bar to a higher level. Join me as I discuss!
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the final frontier. Released in 1989, Star Trek V has gone down in history as the worst Star Trek film. But is it really? Join the captain, myself, and a special guest (the captain's brother) as we go boldly!
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Yesterday was October 30th, ten years to the day since George Lucas sold Lucasfilm to Walt Disney Studios, and boy has it been a journey! Join me as we cast our minds back to the ups and downs of the Disney ownership era of that galaxy far, far away...
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Yesterday saw the release of Tales of the Jedi, a six-episode animated anthology series following the adventures of Padawan Ahsoka Tano and young Jedi Master Dooku. The episodes involving Ahsoka are snippets of her life and progression in the Force, whereas the episodes involving Dooku show his eventual degeneration into the Sith Lord Darth Tyranus. Join me as I give you my thoughts.
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 24th century to rendezvous with the USS Enterprise-D. When Dr. Beverly Crusher invites a group of scientists aboard to test a new theory, chaos ensues and it's up to the doctor to solve the mystery. Join us as we go boldly!
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In A New Hope, Obi-Wan Kenobi says that "for over a thousand generations the Jedi Knights were the guardians of peace and justice in the Old Republic". Ever since that line was uttered, fans have been fascinated by the ancient history of the Star Wars galaxy. In the 1990's, Dark Horse released many comics set in this time period, and other media followed suit in the years afterwards. Join me as I explain what this time period is all about, as well as explain what kind of stories I would like to see in the Old Republic. Join me!
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As we have finally escaped the time warp we were trapped in for a few weeks, we are very happy to present our exploration of perhaps the most entertaining Star Trek film, The Voyage Home. Kirk and crew have travelled back in time to 1986 to find humpback whales who can answer the mysterious calls of an alien probe in the 23rd century. Join us and our special guest Mark "Yodi" Reilly as we go boldly!
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Earlier this week we reached the midway point of Season 1 of Andor, and boy was it amazing. As things currently stand, Andor may be poised to be the greatest live-action Star Wars series, and perhaps even some of the best Star Wars content ever. Join me as I share with you my thoughts on this latest installment in that galaxy far, far away...
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It seems to me that Andor is an overwhelmingly well-received by the fandom in general, which is a welcome relief to those of us who were tired of the discourse surrounding The Book of Boba Fett and Obi-Wan Kenobi. There is one problem though: fans of Andor frequently accuse the creators of the aforementioned shows of not caring about their products while praising the creators of Andor. Join with me as I explain why I believe this is a flawed argument, and unfair to those who created the divisive shows.
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The recent release of Andor got me thinking about how much range the Star Wars franchise has. Watching Mon Mothma argue with her awful husband, or seeing Cassian shoot a police officer is a far cry from seeing Jar Jar Binks stepping in poo on the streets of Mos Espa. Star Wars is at its core a fantasy about knights and magic, and yet it also has room for the "grounded and gritty". Join me as I discuss this amazing breadth of storytelling.
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On this week’s episode of Random Trek, we are still stuck in a time warp. As captain ingle ventures forth to find a solution, it's up to me, your intrepid Commander, to keep you entertained as we try to solve the conundrum in which we find ourselves. The other day, a friend of mine pointed out an interesting connection between two great franchises of the 1980s. Join me as I explain how Christopher Lloyd’s vehicles keep getting used to go back to the future!
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At the recent Star Wars Celebration Anaheim (which I attended!), Lucasfilm announced Skeleton Crew, a new Star Wars show in the tradition of 80's Amblin films such as E.T., Gremlins, and The Goonies. A year or two ago, a rumor was floating around the interwebs that Lucasfilm was planning a "Stranger Things meets Star Wars" show set in the same timeline as The Mandalorian. Now that it's been officially announced, we have a more solid grasp on what to expect. Join me as we discuss!
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In last week's episode of Andor, we see a museum/gallery which contains a collection of artifacts and treasures from worlds the Empire has subjugated. Three stone tablets can be seen in the background, each with an image of a hand on them. Those who are fans of Star Wars Rebels will recognize these images as the keys to opening the ancient Jedi temple on Lothal. Within that temple is a gateway to a strange Force realm beyond space and time. Even though we only see these stone tablets for a few seconds, allow me to gush about why I think this is so cool!
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Anton Lesser is a British actor who has appeared in series such as Game of Thrones, Wolf Hall, and The Crown. Now he's in Star Wars, playing the methodical Major Partagaz in Andor. The character is a member of the Imperial Security Bureau, basically the FBI of the Galactic Empire. The troubles that Cassian Andor has caused have come to the attention of the ISB, and as Uncle Owen would say, "there'll be hell to pay". Join me as I explain why this actor's inclusion in that galaxy far, far away has me so excited!
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This week's episode was supposed to be a discussion of Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home, but due to some time travel shenanigans we are unable to bring that to you. Instead, as we calculate how to return to the normal timeline, Captain Ingle and I bring you a discussion of the music of the Star Trek franchise. The scores of both the movies and the shows have become iconic themes that are easily some of the most recognizable in history. Join us as we go boldly!
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Last Wednesday saw the release of the first three episodes of the latest Star Wars series, Andor. 2016's Rogue One introduced us to the character of Cassian Andor, played by the great Diego Luna, who is the titular character of this latest installment. Join me as I share with you a few thoughts on this truly unique streaming show, that promises to be perhaps the most unusual entry in the Star Wars canon (and that's a good thing!). Join me!
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In the grand tradition of "The Trouble With Tribbles", "Q-pid", and "Heroes and Demons", this episode of Star Trek Strange New Worlds is wacky in all the right ways. Join Captain Christopher Ingle and I as we set a course for zaniness in the 23rd century, as Spock and his fiance T'pring find themselves in a very awkward situation just as important negotiations are about to commence. Join us as we go boldly!
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We are one day away from the launch of the latest Star Wars live-action series, Andor. For those who do not know, Andor is a Rogue One prequel, chronicling the adventures of Cassian Andor (played by Diego Luna) and other members of the Rebel Alliance, as they attempt to navigate life in the galaxy under the thumb of the Galactic Empire. So today, I thought I would revisit Rogue One: A Star Wars Story in preparation for the new series. Join me!
Captain Ingle is on an away mission, so it's up to your old Commander Marr to bring you this week's episode of Random Trek. Gatekeeping is a concept that has been discussed in-depth lately, especially as it relates to fandom. Gatekeeping is when members of a fandom draw a line in the sand and say that someone can't be a fan if they fail to conform to a certain standard. This is not acceptable in any fandom. Join with me today as I discuss why Star Trek does not need this poisonous line of thinking. Join me as we go boldly!
On this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I journey to the 23rd century to join the adventurers of the U.S.S. Discovery, under the command of the legendary Captain Christopher Pike. On this installment, Michael goes looking for Spock on Vulcan, while Captain Pike and crew deal with a strange temporal distortion over the planet Kaminar. Join us as we go boldly!
At the end of Return of the Jedi, Anakin Skywalker tossed Emperor Palpatine down a shaft, leading to his explosive death. We learn in The Rise of Skywalker that while his body died, he had learned how to preserve his spirit. Further Star Wars Canon has revealed that the former Emperor was working on ways to cheat death from the earliest days of his empire. We have also learned that he was trying to create the perfect body to house his spirit. Join with me as we discuss the specifics of such an experiment.
"The Acolyte" is an upcoming Star Wars series that should be hitting Disney+ sometime next year. We don't really know much about what we're going to see in this new adventure, other than that it takes place about 100 years before The Phantom Menace, during the final days of what is called the High Republic Era. Though we don't know much, I have a theory I would like to share with you, as well as some random thoughts about this new tale in that galaxy far, far away...
Comparing works of art is as old as art itself. While there's nothing wrong with doing so, one must avoid the temptation to pit them against each other in some kind of war. For example, some people pitted the Sequel Trilogy against The Mandalorian, arguing vehemently in favor of one over the other while denigrating the other. Join me as I discuss why such an approach may be unhealthy.
On this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I journey to the early days of galactic exploration as portrayed in Star Trek Enterprise. The episode we'll be looking at today is the second episode of this particular series, wherein in the crew of the NX-01 Enterprise take their first step into a larger world. Join us as we go boldly!
Today on Page Turners They Were Not, I'm going to do a major swerve: I'm not going to talk about Star Wars, rather I'm going to talk about The Rings of Power, which debuts this Friday. Join me as I discuss what we might see in this series, as well as how I'm going to prepare myself to engage with the story presented to me, and leave my preconceptions at the door.
On today's episode on Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I are joined by the very gifted Lieutenant Ryan Payne as we discuss the third entry in the Star Trek film series. It is often said that the odd numbered Trek films are bad and the even numbered ones are good. Join us as we discuss whether The Search for Spock works for us or otherwise. Join us as we go boldly!
I have been utterly fascinated by the concept of the "dyad" since it was first revealed in The Rise of Skywalker. The concept of Force bonds are not new, but the dyad seems to be a more powerful version of a familiar concept. What makes it unique is that the two who are joined are able to essentially borrow the strength of the other, at least in my opinion. Join me as I share some random thoughts about this new concept.
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Let's imagine for a moment that I have been given the power to greenlight any Star Wars streaming show I wanted; what would I choose and why? Star Wars is so big and so vast, that I've broken it up into two segments. #1: What Star Wars show would I greenlight involving known characters; and #2: What Star Wars show would I greenlight that doesn't involve any known characters. Join me, and you'll find out what I want to see!
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With the launch of House of the Dragon on Sunday, the floodgates have opened! Later this week will see the release of Season 3 of Star Trek: Lower Decks, and next week will see the launch of Rings of Power. In this huge surge of geek/nerd properties, join me as I discuss how to prepare our hearts for the new content that will entertain us as well as challenge our preconceptions. Join me; it is your destiny!
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On this week's episode, your intrepid captain and I finally set a course for Strange New Worlds. In this installment the latest Star Trek show, the crew of the USS Enterprise must match wits with pirates. Join us as we go boldly!
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In A New Hope, after Obi-Wan Kenobi becomes one with the Force, our heroes escape the Death Star on the Millennium Falcon. While Luke is mourning the death of his teacher, Leia comforts him in his grief. Some fans consider this rather odd, considering the princess' planet was just obliterated. This begs the question: why wasn't Leia sad? As it so happens, I have a theory on that. Join me and we'll discuss!
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On today's episode of The Guest Awakens, I am joined by Trevor Matteson of Oscar Buzz to discuss where Star Wars fits in the New Hollywood cinema of the 1970s.
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I take a look at an installment of the first animated series in the Star Trek franchise. On this episode, the U.S.S. Enterprise encounters a planet populated by women who, like the sirens of Greek mythology, lure the men of the crew. However, their charms are ineffective on the female crew members. Lieutenant Uhura and Nurse Chapel must figure out a way to break the spell that has their fellow crewmates enthralled. Join us as we go boldly!
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Star Wars as a whole is built of many pieces borrowed from world mythology and cinema history. One of the most important influences on George Lucas' creation is the filmography of Akira Kurosawa, the famed Japanese director. Join me as I discuss how that galaxy far, far away was influenced by this great man.
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On this episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set course for the 23rd century to rendezvous with the USS Discovery. This particularly complicated episode of Star Trek Discovery sees the crew of the Discovery, under the command of Christopher Pike, match with Leland, the shadowy leader of Section 31. Will our heroes find a way to overcome their foe? Tune in, and you'll find out!
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On this episode of Page Turners They Were Not, I am joined by Eli and Jacob of the Star Wars In A Galaxy Podcast to discuss our adventures with modern Star Wars on film and on streaming. Join us as we chronicle our relationships with that galaxy far, far away...
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In The Rise of SKywalker, Leia uses the Force to reach out to her son while he is engaged in a furious lightsaber duel with Rey on the ruins of the Death Star. Maz Kanata tells R2-D2 that this gesture will take all the strength Leia has left. And it does; Leia passes away after reaching her son. Some have wondered how such a simple gesture could cause Leia's death, but others have theorized that she used the Force to draw out the memory of Han Solo from Ben's mind, thus giving him the opportunity to achieve closure with his estranged father. I agree with the latter. Join me and I'll explain.
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With the sheer amount of Star Wars movies and shows, the chronological order can get a little confusing. On this episode, allow me to lay out a brief timeline of that galaxy far, far away...
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Way back in 1980, author Donald Glut's The Empire Strikes Back novelization described Boba Fett as a Mandalorian, a culture of warriors that "fought the Jedi in the Clone Wars". Since then, the story of this warrior culture has changed and evolved to where we find it today. Join with me as I chronicle the history of this fascinating element of that galaxy far, far away...
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Yesterday saw the release of yet another trailer for the upcoming live-action Star Wars series Andor, which for those who don't know is basically Rogue One prequel. While I didn't watch the trailer in depth for fear of spoilers, I am nonetheless over the moon with excitement for this series. Join me as I explain why something as simple as the name Anton Lesser fills me with such joy!
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I voyage to what is arguably the greatest Star Trek film: Nicholas Meyer's 1982 masterpiece Star Trek II: The Wrath of Khan. As fate would have it, Captain Ingle and I covered the original series episode Space Seed, which is the origin of the story of this film. Join us as we team up with a guest, Commander Chris Dohmen, to boldly go where many fans have gone before!
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Near the conclusion of Rian Johnson's The Last Jedi, Rey enters a cave on Ahch-To which has called to her, claiming it has answers to her questions. Luke explains that this is a Dark Side cave. Rey enters of her own volition, only to be presented with a mirror image of herself. What does it mean? Join me and I'll give you my theories.
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We are roughly a month away from the launch of the next live-action Star Wars series. This new installment, entitled Andor, follows its titular character during the early days of resistance against the Galactic Empire. At the same time, Imperial Senator Mon Mothma must maneuver her way through Palpatine’s Empire without blowing her cover. All these reasons and more have me extremely excited for this new series. Join me as I share my anticipation!
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In this week’s episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for the 22nd century and the adventures of the NX Enterprise. On this mission, Trip helps some aliens repair their vessel, only to get some interesting news after his encounter. Join us as we go boldly!
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A common question being asked lately is “why did the Third Sister and the Grand Inquisitor survive being stabbed by lightsabers when Qui-Gon Jinn didn't?” Today I'd like to answer that question to the best of my ability. join me as I analyze the competing philosophies of the Jedi and the Sith, and how those may have played a part in this curious situation.
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Today on Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I journey to the Lower Decks, where the crew of the USS Cerritos must undergo holodeck simulations of troubling situations in order to test their aptitude as Starfleet officers. Join us as we take a cliff notes journey through classic moments from Star Trek history as our intrepid Lower Decks team test their mettle. Join us as we go boldly!
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On this episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set a course for Deep Space 9, where three Klingon veterans reunite to seek vengeance on an old enemy. Joining them on their quest is Lieutenant Jadzia Dax, who in a previous incarnation swore to join the Klingons on their quest. Join us as we go boldly!
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(SPOILERS AHEAD) In the final episode of the Obi-Wan Kenobi series, Qui-Gon Jinn appeared to our titular hero as a force ghost, even though we never saw his body disappear following his death in The Phantom Menace. Join me as I explain the postmortem journey of Obi-Wan's former master as explained in several Star Wars stories.
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Today on Page Turners They Were Not, we have not one, but two guests: Chris and Robert Adams, otherwise known as the Cinefanatics! It is no great mystery that the world has problems, so today we will be discussing why Star Wars matters in troubled situations. Join us as we examine why a silly space opera from 45 years ago still speaks to us today.
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While I must confess I've not yet read the Star Wars novel Shadow of the Sith, I will absolutely read it as soon as I finish the massive tome that is Leo Tolstoy's War and Peace. In The Rise of Skywalker, Lando hints at an adventure he and Luke went on to find the Sith Eternal world of Exegol by following the assassin known as Ochi of Bestoon. That small hint at a larger story had me intrigued from the moment I heard it in the movie theater. Join me as I explain why this story has me so utterly fascinated.
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On this episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I tackle one of the most famous and influential episodes of Star Trek The Original Series. In this adventure of the USS Enterprise, Captain Kirk and crew come across a group of genetically-altered superhumans in suspended animation. When awakened, their leader has some mysterious motives that will ultimately lead down a dark path. Not only is this episode a classic of the original series, but the events it set in motion are still felt to this day! Join us as we go boldly!
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(SPOILERS AHEAD) The character of the Third Sister aka Reva was created for the Obi-Wan Kenobi series. Played wonderfully by Moses Ingram, Reva is an Inquisitor in service of the Empire obsessed with finding Master Kenobi. We later learn that her primary reason for drawing out Old Ben is to give her a prime opportunity to strike down her supposed master, Lord Vader himself! In the end, her plans are foiled, and she is ultimately turned from her evil path. What does the future hold now that she is no longer a prisoner to the Dark Side? Join me and we'll discuss.
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The long-awaited Obi-Wan Kenobi series has come and gone. Today I will share with you my thoughts on this missing chapter of the Star Wars story. From great characters to great themes, this new series has resonated with so many fans including myself. Join me!
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On today's very special episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I are joined by Rear Admiral Steve Morris to discuss 1979's Star Trek: The Motion Picture. Join us as we dissect and give our thoughts on the first Star Trek adventure on the big screen!
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Ten years ago, Walt Disney studios purchased Lucasfilm. Since then, Star Wars has given us five movies and a plethora of TV and/or streaming shows. While reactions have been varied, here are two Fans who have nothing but love for this new era of that Galaxy far, far away...
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, we journey to the sixth season of The Next Generation. In the two-part episode Birthright, Worf discovers evidence that his father Mogh may still be alive, while Data begins dreaming of his "father", Dr. Noonien Soong. Join us as we go boldly!
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2005's Revenge of the Sith showed us the deaths of many Jedi. At the time, it was not emotionally impactful to me because I had not formed any attachment to these characters. The Clone Wars animated series changed my feelings, as I got to spend more time with them on this amazing show! Join me as I discuss my feelings about these characters who got more screen time.
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POSSIBLE SPOILERS On Part 2 of the Obi-Wan Kenobi series, we meet a young man and his mother who are trying to escape to the planet Corellia due to the boy's Force-sensitivity. In the end credits of the episode, we learn that the young man's name is Corran. This got many fans, including myself, speculating that this young man may be the Canonical version of a character from Star Wars Legends. Join me as I explain...
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While watching a Clone Wars episode where Yoda visits the same dark side cave Luke did in The Empire Strikes Back, a thought struck me: what did Yoda mean when he reminded Luke of his "failure at the cave"? We all remember the slightly trippy scene in which young Skywalker faced a phantom Vader, only to see his own face in the Dark Lord's mask. Join me as we discuss a line of dialogue that suggests Luke "failed" at this encounter.
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set course for Star Trek: Picard. In this first season episode, Jean-Luc Picard and team must travel to the Artifact, a repurposed Borg cube being dissected by Romulan refugees. There, he must rescue Data's daughter Soji from the diabolical clutches of a Romulan cult. Join us as we go boldly!
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With the Star Wars Sequel Trilogy now completed, Lucasfilm has begun to fill in the corners of the universe, very much as they did following the Prequel Trilogy. One of the elements of The Rise of Skywalker that was questionable to some was the resurrection of Palpatine. Now that the trilogy is complete, several stories have featured elements that I believe lead to the return of the Emperor. Join with me as I discuss the steps throughout the canon that lead to this villain's refusal to die.
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"Gatekeeping" is a word that's been floating around the interwebs for many years now. It is the concept of certain fans deciding who has the "right" to be a fan of something. In other words, these fans think they have the right to decide what constitutes a fan. In Star Wars terms, these are people who, for example, say you can't be a fan because you love the Sequel Trilogy. I'm here to say these people are wrong! Join me as I discuss why anyone who loves that galaxy far, far away has a right to be a fan.
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Christopher Ingle and I, Commander Brennen Marr, take you to one of my favorite Star Trek series, Star Trek Voyager. On this episode of said series, Seven of Nine reviews the history of Voyager's adventures in the Delta Quadrant. As a result, she draws some interesting conclusions about the mission to return to Earth. Join us as we unravel a conspiracy...
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Star Wars Celebration is the premiere place for announcements for that galaxy far, far away. This year was no exception, with news of upcoming projects and continuation of current projects abounding left and right. Join me as we recap some of the major announcements that have me excited!
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Last week I was privileged to attend Star Wars Celebration in Anaheim, California. To those who may not be aware, this event is basically Comic-Con for Star Wars. As such, it was filled to the brim with great celebrities, great costumes, and great merchandise. Join me as I recount my adventures!
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, Captain Ingle and I set course for the Original Series' Third Season episode The Empath. While this season is considered one of the weakest in all of Star Trek history, will this episode break the mold or will it be business as usual?
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Beginning tomorrow, I will be embarking on a great adventure; Star Wars Celebration Anaheim! If you don't know what that is, it's basically Comic-Con just for Star Wars fans. Major news often comes out of Celebration; so join with me as we responsibly speculate what might be revealed this year.
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We here at Random Trek are of the opinion that Season 1 of Star Trek: Discovery is its weakest. That being said, the 9th episode of the season (Into the Forest I Go) might be one of its best! Whether its great character moments or the promise of strange new adventures, this episode delivers in a profound way. Join us as we boldly go!
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Perhaps the most quoted philosopher in that galaxy far, far away is a little green fellow by the name of Yoda. Today I would like to discuss the meanings of two of the Master's most well known quotes. Also, there's a bit of Star Wars news I would like to share with you...
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To those who may not be aware, many Star Wars fans have been desirous to see storytelling in an era known as "the Old Republic". While this concept was vaguely mentioned in A New Hope, the modern Star Wars canon has yet to touch the Old Republic era, save for a few miniscule mentions. Join with me as I explain what the Old Republic is, as well as possible stories we might see in that context.
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As some of you may be aware, an innocuous quote in a Vanity Fair article released yesterday started a fire on the internet that is all too familiar to Star Wars fans. I was thinking of addressing this "controversy", but I've decided to spread positivity instead. So today, join me as I tell you many of the reasons I love 2018's Solo: A Star Wars Story.
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Last Friday, Forcecenter held one of their frequent live Q&A's. During the show, one of the fans asked the question: how has your view of Rey in the mirror cave changed in light of the revelations in The Rise of Skywalker? Even though they didn't get around to the question, it got me thinking. So today I would like to address my thoughts on this excellent question. Join me.
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Today is an important day in Star Wars history. Exactly 20 years ago, George Lucas released the second installment in his Star Wars Prequel Trilogy. With the peculiar title of "Attack of the Clones", it promised to be a very pulpy, operatic adventure. And it was! The reactions to the film were rather loud and mostly negative, until just a few years ago when a generation who grew up on the film came of age and a couple of old fogies like myself started to reevaluate the film. While this film has been the biggest wrestle for me, you might be surprised where I stand now. Join me; it is your destiny!
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On our latest episode of Random Trek, we journey to the final season of Star Trek Voyager. In this rather light-hearted episode, everyone's favorite mischievous imp appears aboard the Voyager to leave his rascally son with them, in the hopes that he will learn and grow through experience. As you can imagine, things go haywire in a big way. Join us as we set a course!
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As I've been undertaking a rewatch of Star Wars The Clone Wars, several questions came to mind as I watched the Nightsisters story arc. Darth Maul comes from that culture, and I've been wondering about his family origins, particularly in light of the Darth Maul: Son of Dathomir comic book. Join me as I speculate as to the history of his homeworld, as well as his family ties.
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In two weeks, I will be setting course for my very first Star Wars Celebration. Not only will I be able to celebrate my love a Star Wars with so many others who share my adoration, but I will also finally be able to meet the friends I have made over these last two years. but for now, let me walk you through the history of this event.
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I completely forgot to do a special Star Wars Day podcast last week on May the 4th, so to make up for my blunder, I present to you some honest and straightforward opinions on the galaxy far, far away. Will this make up for my big boo-boo? Join me and you'll find out.
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, our captain is on an away mission; so I, as his first officer, will be your sole host. Yesterday saw the finale of Star Trek Picard Season 2, as well as the premiere of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds. In short, it's a great time to be a trekker/trekkie. Join with me as we celebrate!
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Considered by many to be the black sheep of the franchise, Star Trek: The Animated Series is a wacky and weird look at the final frontier. This episode is no exception. Join Chris Ingle and I as we set course for a truly strange adventure...
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Longtime listeners of this podcast will know how much I absolutely adore the Sequel Trilogy, and how much I believe they understand Star Wars on a truly deep level cariad. Today, I am joined by someone who shares that love: the one, the only Ken Napzok. The co-founder and Co-host of the magnificent ForceCenter podcast has kindly accepted my invitation to come and join in celebrating this chapter of the Star Wars saga.
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In our latest episode of Random Trek, Chris Ingle and I tackle the two-part season finale of Season 1 of Star Trek: Picard. In a truly wild and wacky season of Star Trek, it is almost impossible to describe what is going on in this episode, as mayhem reigns in this conclusion to a rather complicated story. That being said, this season of Star Trek contains some truly amazing moments and some welcome returns of fan favorite characters. Join with us as we discuss the conclusion of this first foray into the adventures of Old Man Picard.
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In Star Wars: Rebels, Ahsoka Tano repeatedly says she is not a Jedi. The final episode of Season 5 of Star Wars: The Clone Wars shows Ahsoka leaving the Jedi Order. From a technical perspective, she isn't a Jedi. But is being a Jedi more than an institution? Join me and we'll discuss...
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In Solo: A Star Wars Story, Han Solo's girlfriend Qi'ra traveled to join Darth Maul on the planet Dathomir after the death of Dryden Vos. Between the events of Solo: A Star Wars Story and the events of Season 2 of Star Wars Rebels, we know nothing of the exploits of Maul and Qi'ra. Join with me today as we discuss what we might see of their story, and when we might see it.
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It has been announced that Wonder Woman director Patty Jenkins has been hired to direct a Star Wars film entitled Rogue Squadron. While it has gone through an on-again off-again development process, the latest reports suggest that it is going to happen. Also, Academy Award-winning filmmaker Taika Waititi is supposedly making a yet untitled Star Wars film. Join with me as we discuss the possibilities of these two projects.
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Star Wars: The Clone Wars served to fill in the gaps in our knowledge of the Prequel Era. In fact, it can be argued that appreciation of the Prequel Trilogy rose as a result of the Clone Wars series. Similarly, new stories such as The Mandalorian and Bad Batch are filling in the gaps and corners of our Sequel Trilogy knowledge. Join with me as we discuss further...
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We'll be doing something a little bit different today; Chris and I were not able to record on Friday afternoon, so today's episode will be a solo discussion of a topic rather than a breakdown of a specific Star Trek episode. Join with me as I alone discuss why Star Trek is so needed at times such as these. Join me as we go boldly!
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Anakin Skywalker was believed to be the Chosen One, a figure whom an ancient prophecy said would come and bring balance to the Force. While the Jedi mistakenly believed the prophecy would be fulfilled without much effort from them, I believe that fulfilling the prophecy required Anakin to make an active choice, which he finally did at the end of his life. Prophecies require active choices. Join with me as I explain...
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I've been doing a rewatch of Star Wars Rebels the last few days, and the episode entitled Breaking Ranks brought back an old fan theory that I had pondered way back in the year 2014. Could the Rebels character Zare Leonis be Finn's father? In addition, I developed a new fan theory about the character of the Third Sister, who will appear in the upcoming Kenobi series. Join me as I explain.
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In J.J. Abrams' 2019 conclusion to the Skywalker Saga, several possible future storylines were suggested. Join with me as I brainstorm how those stories may be told someday.
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Star Wars Celebration Anaheim 2022 is coming to our galaxy the last week of May. I will be embarking on a great adventure by actually attending the convention this time! Having not been to any kind of Nerd con since 1991, I'm not quite sure what to expect, but I'm willing to expand my horizons! Join with me as we discuss what announcements and news we might get, as well as what I'm planning on doing while I'm there. Come with me!
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On our latest episode of Random Trek, you are cordially invited to a wedding! This week we'll be examining the 4th Star Trek series, Deep Space 9, as the story pauses for a breather during the chaos of the Dominion War. Let us celebrate the union of our favorite wise-cracking Trill and our favorite grumpy Klingon!
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This week, Chris and I dive into Season 2 of Star Trek: The Next Generation. The first and second seasons of the show were arguably the worst seasons of any Star Trek show. That being said, this particular episode is one of the high moments of an otherwise lackluster season. Join us as we examine the important character development this episode imparts to Commander Riker and Lieutenant Worf. Let us go boldly!
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On this week's episode of Random Trek, Chris Ingle and I examine the 18th episode of the first season of Star Trek: Enterprise. Join us as we share our thoughts on an episode of a series that I am not quite as familiar with, as well as explore our overall thoughts on this unique entry in the Star Trek timeline. Join us as we go boldly...
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Last night was the presentation of the 94th Academy Awards. Join with me as I give you my thoughts on the ceremony, as well as report to you how well i did at predicting the winners.
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The 94th Academy Awards will be presented on Sunday afternoon, so I thought it fitting to give you my final predictions for the winners in all 23 categories. Join me as I celebrate Oscar fever!
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In our latest episode of Random Trek, Brennen and Chris explore the first episode of Season Two of Star Trek: Lower Decks, an animated series in the same vein as the ever-popular Rick and Morty. On this most interesting episode, the arrogant First Officer, Commander Jack Ransom, is struck by the eponymous "strange energies", with disastrous consequences. Join us as we go boldly...
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Several days ago, it was announced in the trades that veteran actor Christopher Lloyd has been cast in Season 3 of The Mandalorian. Most famous for his role as Dr. Emmett Brown in the Back to the Future Trilogy, Lloyd has established himself as a delightful character actor who has been able to tackle heroes as well as villains. Join me as we responsibly speculate as to the role he will play.
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Hello everyone! Welcome to the inaugural episode of our brand new podcast: Random Trek. Join me, the Mystical Brennen Marr, and my good friend Chris Ingle as we set a course for a great adventure beyond the final frontier. Our mission is to discuss a random episode of the Star Trek TV and streaming shows ranging from The Original Series all the way to Picard! Join us where we travel to where no one has gone before. Live long and prosper!
Today on the show we discuss the passing of one of Star Wars' greatest champions, producer Alan Ladd, Jr. Son of the great star of George Stevens' Shane, Ladd Jr. or Laddie as we was called stood by Star Wars during its tumultuous filming even when so many others wanted to pull the plug on George Lucas' project. In addition to the passing of Laddie, we will discuss the teaser trailer to Obi-Wan Kenobi. Join me!
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We're going to do something a little different on the show today: we're going to leave the Star Wars galaxy for a few moments to review the latest adventure of The Caped Crusader. Join with me as I share with you my thoughts on the world's greatest detective...
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With all the trouble going on in the world lately, I thought it would be appropriate to take this time to share the constant Star Wars moral that good will always triumph over evil. A large part of that is the good we can do when we come together. Join me as we discuss how the lessons of that galaxy far, far away can help us in our darkest moments.
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With the Super Bowl approaching on Sunday, it seems more than likely that we will finally get a teaser or trailer for the upcoming Obi-Wan Kenobi series on Disney+. Join with me as we discuss what we might see...
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Well, folks: we have reached the end of The Book of Boba Fett. And boy does it end with a bang! Join with me as we review the finale of what is essentially The Mandalorian season 2.5 (and that's not a bad thing). Join me! It is your destiny!
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Alright folks; it's that time again! One of my favorite seasons of the year has just begun: Oscar season! The nominations for the 94th Academy Awards were announced this morning long before I was awake. Join with me as we break down the nominations, as well as lament the absence of a certain director...
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Over the weekend I came up with a new theory as to why Lady Bo-Katan couldn't just accept the Darksaber from Din Djarin's hands. Join with me as I share...
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On this inaugural episode of Marr Trek: All Our Yesterdays, I am joined by the magnificent host of Enterprise Incidents, one of the most amazing Star Trek podcasts on the internet. I am joined by returning guest Steve Morris and brand new guest Scott Mantz, Join us as we celebrate our love of Star Trek! Set a course for fun. Maximum warp.
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The latest episode of The Book of Boba Fett is the greatest episode of the series so far, as well as perhaps one of the best episodes of small screen Star Wars ever. I was left stunned after watching this episode yesterday morning, and found myself at a loss for words for a while. Join me as I review this incredible entry in the tapestry that is that galaxy far, far away...
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At the risk of reopening old wounds, I would like to discuss the effect the altered versions of the Star Wars original trilogy has had on the fandom at large and me personally. Like my journey with the prequel trilogy, I have gone on a journey with the alterations made to the original trilogy over these past 25 years. Join with me as I discuss why it's time to move on...
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In the latest chapter of The Book of Boba Fett, we take a slight detour to check up on our old friend Din Djarin (otherwise known as the Mandalorian) as he attempts to navigate his post-Grogu life. In what is probably the most unique Book of Boba Fett episode, we learn some interesting things as well as see some fantastic sights. Join with me!
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On the latest episode of The Book of Boba Fett, our hero attempts to form an alliance with the families of Mos Espa in order to combat the encroachment of the Pyke Syndicate. Also, Boba experiences Bacta flashbacks of the retrieval of his iconic ship. Join with me as we discuss another great episode!
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At the end of season 2 of The Mandalorian, Din Djarin attempted to hand the Darksaber to Lady Bo-Katan, only to be stopped by Moff Gideon's reminder that one cannot just take the blade from another. This caused quite a bit of head scratching in the Star Wars fandom considering the fact that we saw Sabine Wren hand the Darksaber to Bo-Katan in season 4 of Rebels. Join with me as I share why this actually makes sense, as well as discuss some rumors that Lady Bo might be getting her own series. Join me!
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On the latest episode of The Book of Boba Fett, our hero is presented with a Rancor calf by the Hutt Twins. This got me thinking: are we seeing a rehabilitation of the Rancor species in the Star Wars canon? If so, I'm all for it. Join with me as we discuss why I think sympathy for the rancor began all the way back in 1983.
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Star Wars, along with countless other pop culture franchises, provides us with countless examples of human behavior. My friend Allison Salamone will be launching a new podcast on the first of February that will discuss this topic in greater detail. Join with me today as I interview Allison, and we discuss how her approach can be applied to that galaxy far, far away...
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On the latest episode of The Book of Boba Fett, our favorite clone finds both allies and enemies in unexpected places. Join with me as I discuss my thoughts on the latest episode of the latest Star Wars series.
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On today's episode of Only What You Take With You, I'll be listing my top 5 moments that make me happiest in Star Wars Episode 9: The Rise of Skywalker. It's not hyperbole for me to say that seeing this film in the theater was one of the greatest theatrical experiences of my life. Join with me as I share the moments that never fail to bring a smile to my face in this concluding chapter of the Skywalker Saga!
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You read it right, folks! Today I am going to have the temerity (or the audacity) to review the infamous Star Wars Holiday Special of 1978. I have finally watched it in its full form, and I'm very excited to share with you my observations! So grab your Life Day robes and a plate of Wookiee-ookiees and join me for a bit of fun. It is your destiny!
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On the latest episode of The Book of Boba Fett. our favorite bounty hunter (don't call him that) earns some new enemies. And to those familiar to the Star Wars comics, one of these enemies is not new after all. Join me! It is your destiny...
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The Book of Boba Fett is finally here! Join with me as we review the inaugural episode of this new Star Wars adventure, starring everyone's favorite bounty hunter!
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On this episode of Page Turners They Were Not, I am joined by fellow movie pundit Jake Berlin. In addition to his love of film, Jake is also one of the co-hosts of the Movie Trivia Schmoedown (a community of movie trivia competitions) analysis channel A Certain Point of View. Join us as we discuss the Star Wars division of the Schmoedown, and how it celebrates our love of that galaxy far, far away...
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On this episode of Page Turners They Were Not, special guest Nancy Rodriguez of the Film on Tap podcast and I discuss our most anticipated movies and shows. With so much exciting media on the horizon, we seem to be living in a golden age of nerd content (and contrary to the beliefs of some, "content" is not a bad word). Join us a we celebrate and discuss!
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Yesterday was Thanksgiving in the United States. On that note, I would like to take this time to thank a few specific people for their contributions to the original Star Wars film. As early as 1971, George Lucas was cooking up that galaxy far, far away, and their are many people who helped him in his journey to create a fantastic movie experience. Join with me as we celebrate!
(P.S. I forgot to thank Alan Ladd, Jr. for his incalculable courage in standing up for a "silly kids movie")
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Bodhi Rook, the reluctant Imperial cargo pilot, is absolutely essential to the story of Star Wars. As the whistleblower who revealed the existence of the Death Star to the galaxy, Bodhi ultimately saved the galaxy. As a result of this revelation, the Rebels stole the Death Star plans from Scarif, delivered them to Princess Leia, who in turn delivered them to R2-D2, who then fell into the hands of Luke Skywalker, the very person who destroyed the Death Star. Join with me as we discuss why this reluctant cargo pilot is essential to Star Wars.
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Deadline is reporting that the character of Sabine Wren has been cast for the upcoming Ahsoka spinoff series. Join with me as we discuss the possibilities of this announcement...
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Today I am joined by the great Schmoedown competitor Laura Kelly to discuss the droids of the Star Wars galaxy. Whether they speak in ways that are understood, or communicate in beeps or boops, droids have made an impact both in-universe and in the real world. Join with us as we celebrate our favorite artificial lifeforms of that galaxy far, far away...
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Today on Page Turners They Were Not, I am joined by Schmoedown competitor extraordinaire Christy Vee. Recently for her own podcast Digesting Cinema, she watched the entire Star Wars film saga for the first time! Join with us as we examine her very unique perspective on that galaxy far, far away...
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Since the end of the Skywalker Saga two years ago, the Star Wars franchise has turned its attention to the small screen to great success. The same thing has happened to the Star Trek franchise, with the last film being quite a few years in the rear-view window, and the small screen being its current home. Join with me and special guest Chris Ingle as we discuss the state of both franchises as they relate to the world of streaming.
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The next scheduled Star Wars film is a fighter-pilot themed movie called Rogue Squadron. It is set to be directed by Wonder Woman's Patty Jenkins, with a release date of December 22, 2023. As fate would have it, it has been delayed; no new release date has been given. Join with me as we discuss this, as well as discuss a new rumor that has me quite excited!
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Friday, November 12th marks the two-year anniversary of the launch of Disney's streaming platform. On that day, there will be a plethora of announcements regarding future media. There will no doubt be a few Star Wars projects mentioned. Join with me as we discuss what these may entail...
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With a live-action Boba Fett series on the horizon, I'm going to allow myself a bit of responsible speculation as to what we might see in this highly anticipated story. The question I would like to pose is: will we see Emelia Clarke's Qi'ra in The Book of Boba Fett. At the end of Solo: A Star Wars Story, Qi'ra was commanded by Crimson Dawn's leader, Darth Maul, to come to him on the planet Dathomir. Next time we saw Maul, he was abandoned on another world. We learn in the comics that Qi'ra is now the leader, and to me it makes sense to see her as a rival crime lord in The Book of Boba Fett. Join with me!
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2005's Revenge of the Sith brought to a close George Lucas' Star Wars Prequel Trilogy. While it was generally well received, there were still many elements that met with consternation and disappointment. One of these elements was the line "only a Sith deals in absolutes", spoken by Obi-Wan just before the epic duel. Join with me as we discuss what this line means, as well as how it applies to the real world.
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Based on a suggestion from a friend of mine last night, I thought I would take this opportunity to give you my thoughts on the latest sci-fi epic, Dune. However as I was preparing to do so, the trailer for the highly-anticipated Book of Boba Fett was released. So, join me as I discuss both the Book of Boba Fett and Dune.
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Earlier this week saw the season ending event of the First Class League, FCL Warfare. At that event, I defeated the owner of LA's Scum and Villiany Cantina, J.C. Reifenberg, to become the new Star Wars division champion. Join with me as I celebrate!
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On today's episode, I welcome guest Mollie Damon of Star Wars Explained as we discuss obscure details we've both had to memorize for the sake of Star Wars trivia competitions. George Lucas' galaxy is filled to the brim with strange and obscure details that can fill (and have filled) mountains of books. Join us as we relish in the madness of trivia that we've gotten ourselves into...
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Let us continue our exploration of the weapons of Star Wars with 2002's Attack of the Clones. Join me as we examine a film that is surprisingly light on action and therefore weaponry. Join me, it is your destiny!
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Recently I've become involved in the Movie Trivia Schmoedown, a competitive league devoted to movie trivia. Earlier this year, they created a developmental league called the First Class League. A few months ago I was honored to be invited to join the FCL, and I've done rather well. Join with me as I discuss my relationship with Star Wars trivia.
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As we continue our exploration of the weapons of the Star Wars saga, we turn our attention to the weapons of The Phantom Menace. Not only does this film introduce many unique and memorable weaponry to the catalogue of the galaxy, but it also boasts what is perhaps the most famous lightsaber in the entire saga. Join me!
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On this special episode of One With the Force, it's my birthday celebration. What am I going to talk about? Anything I darn well please. Join me!
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On the big Disney Investor Day, it was announced that several live-action Star Wars series would be leading to a epic crossover event. It is my opinion that this event will be Thrawn vs. the Republic. Join with me as I explain why this may be the case.
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One of the major points of discussion in the Star Wars fandom when the Prequel Trilogy was released was how some of the points established in the Original Trilogy didn't add up to what we saw in the prequels. Particularly Obi-Wan's statement about Anakin wanting Luke to have his lightsaber, and Leia remembering her birth mother. From a real-world standpoint, these are inconsistencies - plain and simple, but from my head canon perspective, there are ways to explain these things. Join me as I discuss.
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For a franchise that is mostly family-friendly, the Star Wars saga contains quite a few creepy, disturbing, and otherwise freaky scenes and moments. Join with me as I ring in the Halloween season with A Certain Point of View's own Jill Mansolino. Join with us as we discuss the horror-esque moments of that galaxy far, far away...
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Star Wars Visions, the new anime anthology series, was released last Wednesday to much fanfare (and fan acclaim, it seems). Today I will give you my thoughts on each episode in this very unique adventure. Join with me as we celebrate one of the most unique entries in the entire Star Wars saga.
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The alarming trend of "gatekeeping" has plagued many a fandom in recent years. To combat this troubling issue, allow me to explain why I believe that anyone loves or likes Star Wars in any way has the right to be considered a fan. Join me!
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The final installment of George Lucas' Star Wars Trilogy introduced a few new and interesting weapons to the mix, not the least of which being Luke Skywalker's green lightsaber. Join with me as we celebrate these additions to the saga of that galaxy far, far away...
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1980's The Empire Strikes Back was surprisingly met with mixed reviews when it was released. Many of the critics who were not enthusiastic about the film felt that the darker tone did not work with the light tone of A New Hope. Join with me as we discuss how The Empire Strikes Back changed the game, not only for Star Wars, but for film in general.
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As much as I like to dive into the deeper lore and deeper themes of that galaxy far, far away, sometimes I have to remind myself that Star Wars is just fun. At the end of the day, Star Wars is an adventure and high-powered thrill ride that sucks us in and completely envelops us. Join with me as we discuss the fun at the heart of George Lucas' fascinating galaxy.
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Today we continue our catalogue of the weapons of the Star Wars Saga with the weapons introduced in the second installment of George Lucas' Original Trilogy. While there aren't a lot of new weapons introduced in this film, those that are introduced are very interesting. Join with me...
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On this inaugural episode of Only What You Take With You, my new Tuesday show, let's discuss how Yoda's words of wisdom to Luke Skywalker before he entered Dagobah's dark side cave can apply to us in real life. Specifically, the reactions of some fans to The Rise of Skywalker are, in my opinion, the result of taking negative baggage into the theater. Join me as I further explain.
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Although the general Star Wars discourse has shifted to loving the Prequel Trilogy, there are those who still loathe them to this day. While despising them is certainly their right, it is no longer the way I wish to view them. Though I have many major issues with this trilogy, I would much rather celebrate what I love about them instead of what I hate, or rather strongly dislike. Join with me as I explain why my feelings have shifted.
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Today on A Thousand Generations, let us discuss the nature of directors' cuts in cinema. With the recent release of Zack Snyder's Justice League, there has been a lot of online discussion in regards to this topic. My opinion: Give me the director's cut! In fact, give me all the cuts! Whether it's from the studio or the director, as long as all the cuts are available, I'm happy! Let's see where Star Wars falls in this discussion...
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Today we're going to begin a new journey in our catalogue of the Star Wars galaxy. Starting today, Page Turners They Were Not will be discussing the weapons (both melee and ranged) of the Star Wars films. Join with me as I list the weapons as well as explain I would like to own those weapons or not. Join me; it is your destiny!
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With The Rise of Skywalker in the rear view mirror, let's take some time to examine the Star Wars media that has come out since. The Clone Wars season 7, The Mandalorian, and The Bad Batch are all examples of the wonderful storytelling we have gotten in the year and a half since the release of the "final" chapter in the Skywalker Saga. Let us examine and celebrate what we have gotten, and what we will get in the upcoming year.
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In this finale of an incredible season of Star Wars content, the Bad Batch must escape the destruction of the cloning facilities on Kamino before they drown in the depths of the sea. Though this is a small-scale episode in terms of scope, the character development present in this story is huge. Join with me as we explore!
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On this episode of A Thousand Generations, we discuss the news that The Bad Batch will have a second season, as well as discuss some casting rumors regarding the Ahsoka series. Join with me!
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On this very special episode of The Guest Awakens, my friend Adelia and I discuss the three major female characters of each trilogy in the Star Wars saga: Leia, Padme, and Rey. Join with us as we celebrate what we love about these amazing characters, as well as discuss their significance to not just Star Wars, but cinema as a whole.
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In this penultimate episode of Season 1 of The Bad Batch, our heroes return to their birthworld of Kamino to rescue their friend Hunter from the clutches of Crosshair and the Galactic Empire. Join with me as we discuss an episode that marks the end of the Clone War era as we know it, as well as presenting us with some truly memorable themes that deal with bigger issues. Join me; it is your destiny!
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On this week's episode of Bad Batch Breakdown, we discuss two widely different adventures of our heroes. One deals with the underworld of the galaxy, and the other deals with the future of the Galactic Empire. Join with me as we discuss two great installments in that galaxy far, far away...
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Today I have the temerity (or perhaps audacity) to discuss "fan service", which is a term that has come to have a negative connotation in fan discussions. It is my opinion that it is a silly phrase that needs to go away, or at least return to its literal meaning. Join me as I give you a few thoughts on why this is a troubling issue in the online discourse of Star Wars and many other franchises.
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The latest episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch is the conclusion of the two-part story arc begun with last week's Devil's Deal. In an attempt to rescue her parents from the clutches of the evil Vice Admiral Rampart, Hera Syndulla contacts the Bad Batch and begs for assistance. Will our heroes make the right choice? Let's discuss...
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As we conclude our catalogue of the lightsabers in the Star Wars films, let's discuss three blades that didn't get a lot of screen time that still had an impact on me. The first is the lightsaber of Darth Sidious himself, a weapon we didn't even know he had until 2005. The last two were first revealed in 2019's The Rise of Skywalker: the light aqua shade of Leia's saber, and the bright yellow of Rey's. Join with me as we conclude this journey.
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In 1994, Kevin Smith's feature film debut Clerks posed the question: weren't a lot of innocent "independent contractors" killed when the Death Star was destroyed? Join with me as we discuss the deaths that occurred when both Death Stars were destroyed in the Original Trilogy.
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On the most recent episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch, we return to the war-torn planet Ryloth as it inaugurates a new era of "peace" under the new Galactic Empire. As such, this episode features the return of freedom fighter Cham Syndulla as he attempts to convince his people to accept this new government. Join with me as we discuss this latest episode, as well as celebrate the welcome return of our favorite rebellious pilot, Hera Syndulla!
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With the social media tools at our fingertips, we are able to put fourth our opinions at the touch of a button. While this has its upsides, it has created a major element of toxicity that sometimes threatens to overwhelm the online discourse as a whole. Join with me as we discuss my theories as to how we might have reacted to the Original Trilogy if these tools had been at our disposal, as well as examine its influence on the Sequel Trilogy.
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From the deserts of Jakku to the oceans of Kef Bir, the lightsaber of Kylo Ren has gone on an adventure as grand as any in the Star Wars galaxy. Join with me as we chronicle this most unique blade as it journeys throughout the Sequel Trilogy.
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Premiering on September 22nd of this year, Star Wars Visions will do something very few Star Wars media have done before: combine Anime with that galaxy far, far away. Star Wars Visions will be an anthology series made up of a string of unrelated stories, each animated in a different anime style. I'm extremely excited about this new adventure, so join me as I rejoice!
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On this week's episode of The Bad Batch, a former Separatist senator is forced to acquiesce to Imperial rule, and sends a message to our heroes to help him escape after he speaks out. Meanwhile, Omega demonstrates her strategic skills which may come in handy down the road. Join with me as we discuss.
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On the latest episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch, the villainous Cad Bane travels with his captured quarry Omega to rendezvous with the Kaminoans. Separated from her friends, and now a captive of an evil bounty hunter, will she be able to outsmart Bane and make an escape?
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Mace Windu is quite simply the baddest Mother-effer in the galaxy. This is probably because he is played by the incomparable Samuel L. Jackson. It therefore follows that his blade should be as bad as himself, thus the purple lightsaber. Join with me as we discuss the most unique blade in Star Wars, as well as the galaxy-shattering events it has witnessed. Join me!
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On the most recent episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch, a reunion occurs in more ways than one, hence the title. While Clone Force 99 scavenges a Venator-class Star Destroyer for ordnance, Crosshair and his squad descend on Bracca to terminate their former comrades. Meanwhile, the Kaminoans want Omega back, and dispatch a familiar face to track her down. Join with me as we discuss the latest, and in my opinion, greatest episode of The Bad Batch since the premiere.
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Since I missed doing a review last Monday, join me today as I do a double bill review of the last two episodes of Star Wars: The Bad Batch. Join with me as we discuss the interesting episode "Decommissioned" and the fantastic tension of "Battle Scars". This new series continues to bring us amazing storytelling and wonderful characters. Join with me as we discuss their further adventures...
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The lightsaber belonging to Count Dooku AKA Darth Tyranus is as elegant as the Sith Lord himself. Join with me as we discuss this unique sword, from its curved hilt to its classic red blade. Brought to life by the late great Sir Christopher Lee, Count Dooku has become one of my favorite Star Wars characters, and his lightsaber is no exception.
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It's time to talk about the lightsaber that blew everyone's minds when it first appeared in the trailer for The Phantom Menace as far back as November of 1998. I remember when, as a young Boy Scout on a troop outing, I first laid eyes on this most unique laser-sword. Join with me as we discuss this most unusual and most memorable blade of the Star Wars saga.
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On the most recent episode of The Bad Batch, our heroes travel to the lawless world of Ord Mantell in search of answers as to why Fennec Shand was attempting to kidnap Omega. Here they meet Cid, a shady Trandoshan who may hold the key to unlocking this mystery. As fate would have it, she will only divulge the information if the Bad Batch will do a "little" job for her. Join with me as I share with you my thoughts on this latest episode.p
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First seen in 1983's Return of the Jedi, Luke Skywalker's green lightsaber was a great new addition to the Star Wars galaxy. Join me today as we go on a journey chronicling the history of this amazing blade. From the sands of Tatooine to the halls of his Jedi temple, Luke's saber has seen some of the galaxy's greatest events. Join me as we discuss.
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In the latest episode of The Bad Batch, our team lands on the world of Pantora to repair and adjust their ship to evade the new Empire. Unbeknownst to them, the bounty hunter Fennec Shand has been dispatched to capture Omega. Join with me as we discuss this latest episode.
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Today on A Thousand Generations, I thought it would be fun to chronicle the journeys of the duo that started it all: the prissy protocol droid C-3PO and his plucky, adventurous, and possibly foul-mouthed counterpart R2-D2. Join with me as we track their journeys as they pass from owner to owner throughout the entire Star Wars saga.
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This week on A Larger World, we discuss two lightsabers whose destinies are intertwined. In fact, the destinies of those who wield these laser swords are as intertwined as the destinies of the blades themselves. Join with me as we examine the legacies and designs of the lightsabers belonging to Darth Vader, Dark Lord of the Sith, and Obi-Wan Kenobi, Herald of A New Hope.
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In the early 2000's, it was the feeling of many Star Wars fans that the Prequel Trilogy films were missing elements that they had been promised since the days of the Original Trilogy. Along came Star Wars The Clone Wars, filling in some of the gaps. As a result, many fans began to better appreciate the Prequel Trilogy. The same evolution may eventually occur regarding the Sequel Trilogy. This begs the question: should we need to turn to supplemental material to explain what is missing from the films? Join with me as I explain.
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The third episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch gives us parallel storylines involving Crosshair and Omega, and their journeys to find belonging and fulfill their individual senses (or programming) of duty in a rapidly-changing galaxy. Let's discuss...
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In belated honor of Mother's Day, here is my tribute to one of the best Star Wars moms: ace pilot and brave freedom fighter Hera Syndulla from Star Wars Rebels. Acting as the mother figure to the group known as the Spectres, she guides them with her wisdom and faith in the cause for which they are fighting. Join with me as we celebrate this great character.
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Beginning on this week's episode of A Larger World, we will be chronicling the lightsabers of the Star Wars saga. Often called "laser swords" by the characters, these blades present the most iconic imagery of the entire saga, and perhaps all of cinema itself. Join with me as we begin this new adventure with Anakin Skywalker's lightsaber, destined to become the most iconic saber of that galaxy far, far away...
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In 2014, Lucasfilm "redefined" the canon, or official continuity, of Star Wars. One of the earliest new canon products was the comic series Kanan: The Last Padawan. This was the story of Kanan Jarrus from Star Wars Rebels, and how he escaped Order 66 as a young man and set off on his own in a galaxy that had turned against the Jedi. Recently, the first episode of The Bad Batch retold the story of Kanan surviving Order 66, but told it in a completely different way than in the comic. This begs the question: how are we to make sense of this discrepancy? Join me as I share my thoughts.
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Last Friday saw the release of the second episode of The Bad Batch, chronicling a "defective" group of clones as they attempt to make sense of a changing galaxy. This latest episode shows that Lucasfilm knows what they are doing when it comes to the small screen. Join with me as we delve into this latest episode. And by the way, Omega is so stinking cute.
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Star Wars Day gave us a very special gift this year: the premiere episode of the new animated series Star Wars: The Bad Batch. This new series is the story of Clone Force 99, a group of "defective" clones in the era of the new Galactic Empire. This new team is very reminiscent of an 80's action movie team similar to one you might see in a movie like Predator. Except this time around, they're all played by the same person. Which basically makes this series the story about a guy who's having a conversation with himself. LOL. Join with me as we celebrate this new entry in that galaxy far, far away...
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Happy May the 4th to all of you! On the episode of Page Turners They Were Not, I thought I would do something a little different to celebrate Star Wars Day: I thought it would be a good time to discuss Star Wars and Star Trek. Yes, you read that right. Let's discuss the similarities and differences between these two franchises, and celebrate the inspiration and joy that they have brought to so many fans.
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Academy Award-nominated composer John Powell provides the score to Solo: A Star Wars Story. This is by far my favorite score of the Disney-Lucasfilm era. When it was announced that Powell, who had caught my attention with his score to How To Train Your Dragon, would be composing this movie, I was very excited. When I finally saw the movie, my excitement paid off, as this film has a score that is extraordinary. Join me as we discuss.
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Today I am pleased as punch to share with you my conversation with the co-host of The Cine-Files, Steve Morris. On this special episode, we discuss George Lucas and the New Hollywood era. From about 1967 to 1983, a new wave of young directors with bold visions were given leave by the studios to tell stories and make the projects that challenged the notions of classical cinema. Where does George Lucas fit in all that? Join with us and you'll find out!
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Last night was the 93rd Academy Awards presentation. Though I did not watch the ceremony this year (I've heard rumors it was a disaster), I was still interested to learn of the winners. Join with me as I compare my predictions to the actual results of the Oscars.
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In honor of William Shakespeare's birthday, I thought it would be fun to examine the connections I see between the works of the Bard and that galaxy far, far away. Join with me as we take a fun dive into this particular line of thinking. "The play's the thing wherein I'll catch the conscience of the king."
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2016's Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, was the first theatrically-released Star Wars film to not be scored by maestro John Williams. The great Alexandre Desplat was hired to provide the music to this film, but he had to drop out due to scheduling conflicts. The job then went to Michael Giacchino, who delivers a unique entry in the ever-increasing glossary of Star Wars music. Join with me as we discuss.
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Earlier this month, the Star Wars Vintage Collection was added to the Star Wars library on Disney+. This new collection includes Genndy Tartakovsky's Clone Wars microseries, the Ewoks cartoon series, the two Ewok films, and The Tale of the Faithful Wookiee, which is the animated segment of the infamous 1978 holiday special. Join with me as we discuss these additions to the library.
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Now that we have finished cataloging the scores to the Skywalker Saga, I thought we would do something a little bit different. In 1996, Lucasfilm created a multimedia campaign aimed at filling in the gap between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. This was called Shadows of the Empire. In this story, our heroes attempt to save Han Solo before he is delivered to Jabba the Hutt, while the evil Prince Xizor seeks to murder Luke Skywalker in order to discredit Darth Vader in the eyes of the Emperor. Scottish composer Joel McNeely creates this unique score which is based on the novelization of this story as opposed to a film. Join with me as we discuss the results.
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Star Wars is a modern-day myth. Many parallels have been drawn by that galaxy far, far away and the legends and mythologies of cultures the world over. Today I would like to compare it to a story with which we are all familiar: the legends of King Arthur and his Knights of the Round Table. Join with me as we examine the connections, as well as discuss why the minimalist storytelling of A New Hope launched the Star Wars saga.
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We have come now to the end of the Star Wars Skywalker Saga. Maestro John Williams yet again delivers a powerhouse of a score with this final installment of the Sequel Trilogy. Join with me as we examine my favorite of the sequel scores, as well as pay tribute to the profound effect John Williams has had on bringing this saga to life.
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Maestro John Williams has done it again! As we continue our exploration of the scores and soundtracks to the Star Wars saga, we come at last to Star Wars Episode VIII: The Last Jedi. Join with me as we delve into the impressive musical storytelling of this entry to that galaxy far, far away...
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One of the most, if not the most, anticipated Star Wars project on the horizon is the Obi-Wan Kenobi mini series. Lucasfilm has officially announced the cast of this project. Some of the names were expected, whereas others are quite surprising. Join with me as we discuss.
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Politics have been engrained in Star Wars since the very beginning. In fact, some of George Lucas' earlier drafts focused on a lot of political jargon. As the story evolved into what we now know as the original trilogy, the overt political discussions became more muted. But nonetheless, it is still there. As has been pointed out by many a fan, the politics of the prequel trilogy were a big deal. Join with me and my friend Rajko as we discuss the politics of that galaxy far, far away...
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As we continue our discussion of the scores to the Star Wars films, we come at last to the Sequel Trilogy. Maestro John Williams returns to that galaxy far, far away with another wonderful addition to the glossary. Join me as we analyze this new entry in the saga.
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On this special episode of Page Turners They Were Not, Josh Mabry and I discuss our childhood memories of George Lucas' space opera. Join with us as we cast our minds back to the early days of our love of that galaxy far, far away...
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On this week's episode of A Thousand Generations, we continue our exploration of the scores and soundtracks of the Star Wars saga by taking a deep dive into the score of Revenge of the Sith. Maestro John Williams continues to bring us memorable pieces of the tapestry of music we experience in that galaxy far, far away...
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George Lucas' revolutionary space opera exploded onto the big screens and into the history books in May of 1977. Since that time the universe of Star Wars has expanded to fill every corner of popular culture. Sometimes though, the joy of that first film gets lost in the shuffle. To further explore the great fun and great moments of A New Hope, I am joined by special guest Cheryl Corman to discuss favorite scenes and moments in the movie that first launched us into that galaxy far, far away...3
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Well folks, it's that time again; time to celebrate the Oscar nomination announcement! It's been a very difficult year, and one of the things that have alleviated some of stress for me have been the great films released on the streaming platforms. Despite the theaters being generally shut down, the great films of 2020 have been available for viewing in a way that they have not in years past. Finally, we are seeing a rise in availability of these critically-acclaimed films, making it possible for the average person to watch them where he otherwise would not have seen them in any other year. Join with me as we celebrate!
(And yes, a Star Wars actor is included!)
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George Lucas struck gold when he created the concept of the Force. In addition to the great "gee-whiz" factor, that galaxy far, far away possessed a theology that was simple enough it could be understood by people of all spiritual persuasions. In fact, I believe this to be the reason that this great space opera has persisted for so many decades. Join with me as we explore this terrific concept.
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This week I'm joined by special guest Sol Govin to discuss places to live and professions we'd like in the Star Wars galaxy. Join with me as we enjoy and laugh with the wonders of that galaxy far, far away...
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In 2002, John Williams outdid himself yet again with the score to Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones. It is very difficult to create a unique score in Star Wars due to the fact that so many themes are constantly reused. Yet again, maestro John Williams exceeds expectations by creating a work the likes of which we had not yet heard in that galaxy far, far away...
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Everyone's favorite scoundrel went from a cynical, selfish smuggler to galactic hero over the course of the Star Wars saga. In fact, this roguish rascal ended up saving the galaxy not once, not twice, but THREE TIMES! Join with me as we discuss how Han Solo went from unlikely hero to savior of the Light. Join me; it is your destiny!
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For the first time in a while, there is Star Wars news that I wish to discuss. Rian Johnson, the director of The Last Jedi, has been working on a new trilogy. This was announced around the time that his film was released, but has since been in a sort of limbo. A recent interview has revealed that he is still working on this new trilogy even though it wasn't announced on the Disney Investor Day. That's the first item of news; the second item is that Indira Varma, star of Game of Thrones and Rome, has been cast in the Obi-Wan Kenobi series for Disney+. Join with me as we discuss these two items.
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After a hiatus of 16 years from Star Wars, maestro John Williams returned to knock our socks off once again with his score to The Phantom Menace. Not only did the music rise to mythic levels hitherto unseen, it also introduced Duel of the Fates - one of the greatest pieces of film music ever. Join with me as we break down the musical masterpiece that is the score to Episode I.
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Since the concept of the Prophecy of the Chosen One was introduced in 1999's The Phantom Menace, fans have speculated as to who the Chosen One actually is. Is it Anakin? Is it Luke? Is it Leia? Is it Ben? Is it Rey? Or is it all of the above? Join with me as I share my thoughts on this controversial topic.
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Mandalorians have fascinated Star Wars fans since the introduction of Boba Fett in the infamous Star Wars Holiday Special in 1978. The novelization of The Empire Strikes Back provided the first description of the Mandalorian people, Much has changed since then, but the public's fascination with this warrior culture has not faded. Quite the contrary; recent canon material has expanded upon this fascinating culture in ways I'd like to share with you today.
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The score to 1993's Return of the Jedi adds some wonderful new themes to the overall tapestry of that galaxy far, far away. Join with me as we examine the incredible work of maestro John Williams as he added to the glossary he had already created in the original Star Wars Trilogy.
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The score to 1977's Star Wars would win John Williams his third Academy Award. Three years later, he would outdo himself with the score to The Empire Strikes Back, which would receive an Academy Award nomination but no win. To me, this is the best score of the Star Wars saga despite the fact that the previous film would win the Oscar. Join with me as we break down the score to the second installment of George Lucas' space opera franchise.
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Darth Maul first appeared in 1999's The Phantom Menace. Though his screentime was brief, fans fell in love with this mysterious dark warrior. In the years since, the character was brought back via The Clone Wars animated series. I had been one of the few fans who didn't think he was all that interesting in The Phantom Menace, but I came to love him because of the cartoons. The more that Maul appears in various media, the more opportunity we have to explore chapters of his life that have been left unexplained. Join with me as I suggest a few eras of his life that can make for some interesting stories.
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When I first heard that Darth Maul would return on Star Wars The Clone Wars (even though he got cut in half in The Phantom Menace), I thought it was a stupid idea. How wrong I was! Because of The Clone Wars and the subsequent series Rebels, Maul is now one of my favorite characters. When he first appeared in 1999, I thought he looked cool and fought well, but that was about it. His storyline in the cartoons is just one example of how the Star Wars supplemental material can expand characters that didn't get the attention they deserved in the films. Join with me as I discuss the journey of Maul.
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Join me as we begin our exploration of the scores of Star Wars, beginning with 1977's A New Hope. John Williams elevated George Lucas' space opera to epic heights with his musical contribution. Come with me as I walk us through each piece in this magnificent score.
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In 2014, Lucasfilm reclassified all earlier supplemental Star Wars material as Legends. This was met with some consternation from some corners of the fandom. Today on Certain Point of View, I would like to discuss why Legends was the perfect label, as well as address concerns from those who feel that Lucasfilm "erased" their beloved material.
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Introduced in 1991's Heir to the Empire, the Ysalamiri are lizard-like creatures that can create "bubbles" in which the Force is suppressed to the degree that a Jedi's powers are useless. At least, that's how it went until the Canon "reboot" of 2014. These creatures have since been reintroduced to the official continuity, though only to a very limited degree. Who knows what the future holds for the abilities of these strange creatures. Join with me as we discuss...
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The Star Wars Prequel Trilogy remains divisive among fans to this day. In general, Episodes I, II, and III are more loved now than they have ever been, thanks in no small part to the success of The Clone Wars animated series. This show was able to explore ideas and themes that the Prequels did not have time to cover. More recently, The Mandalorian (and its upcoming spin-off series) are starting to fill in the gaps of the Sequel Trilogy. Join with me as we discuss how these various series are providing fans with the exposition they felt was missing in the Prequel and Sequel Trilogies.
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Over the next few Wednesdays we will be chronicling the scores to the Star Wars films. Any discussion of this magnificent music must include its composer: the legendary John Towner Williams. Join with me as we examine the career of the second-most Academy Award-nominated person in history, as well as pay tribute to the non-Star Wars scores for which he is responsible.
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As they often do in the Star Wars sphere, rumors are abounding. This time, they're about a possible remake of the beloved video game 'Knights of the Old Republic'. There is very little information available from any reputable source, so all we have is speculation and theory. It is entirely possible that this rumored game is set in the Old Republic era, but has nothing to do with the Legends games so beloved by fans. Join with me as we discuss...
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Tomorrow will see the release of Claudia Gray's Into the Dark, the next installment of the High Republic saga. Join with me as we celebrate this new era of Star Wars storytelling, as well as look to the future of what the success of this new series could mean.
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In the second novel of The High Republic, the Nihil destroy a transport ship on its way to the dedication of Starlight Beacon. A Jedi knight, a Padawan, a young inventor, and an ambassador's son escape the devastation and land on a jungle moon. Together they must survive in a hostile environment as they attempt to contact the Republic. Join with me as I review Justina Ireland's A Test of Courage.
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On this episode of Certain Point of View, I review Charles Soule's Star Wars The High Republic: Light of the Jedi, the inaugural entry of Lucasfilm's The High Republic publishing initiative. Join with me as I discuss what I think is a fabulous first entry in this new chapter of the Star Wars saga!
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Ever since "No; I am your father!" was heard by movie-goers in 1980, the Star Wars saga has been known to drop huge reveals and surprises from time to time. Join with me as we chronicle these "mic drops", as well as examine the effect they have had on the overall universe.
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The day fans have waited a year for is finally upon us! The publishing campaign known as Star Wars: The High Republic has begun! This new adventure, set 200 years before the events of The Phantom Menace, will chronicle not only the height of the Republic but also the height of the Jedi Order itself. Join with me as we celebrate the arrival of a new chapter in the Star Wars saga!
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At the recent Disney Investor Day, two new Star Wars series were announced that would tell stories concurrent with the events of The Mandalorian. At the very end of Season 2 of said show, a third concurrent series was announced: The Book of Boba Fett. This means that a total of four series will tell the story of Star Wars in the years after Return of the Jedi. Join with me and special guest Justin Hamilton (of Let's Get Ready To Talk Schmoedown) as we dissect these major announcements!
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Join me on Page Turners They Were Not as we discuss the greatest gifts of Star Wars!
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On the final Mando Monday of 2020 we break down the concluding episode to the magnificent second season of this revolutionary series. There is so much to talk about that it's hard to know where to begin. Join with me as I try!
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Continuing our breakdown of last week's announcements, let us turn our minds to the two series which will be executive produced by the team that brought us The Mandalorian, Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni. 'Ahsoka' is a limited series that will continue the adventures of Anakin Skywalker's former padawan, while 'Rangers of the New Republic' is a series that will further explore the timeline of The Mandalorian, Join with me as we discuss what we may see in these exciting new projects.
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As we continue discussing the upcoming Star Wars projects, let us turn our minds to two series that will fill in the gaps in between Revenge of the Sith and A New Hope. Both series have been highly anticipated by fans, and continue to be so as their release dates approach. Join with me as we discuss what we might see in these new adventures in that galaxy far, far away...
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A few months ago, Lucasfilm announced The Bad Batch, a spin-off series of the hugely popular Star Wars: The Clone Wars. This new show was further elaborated on during last week's "investor meeting", complete with a sizzle reel. Added to the animated Star Wars mix during the same event was Star Wars: Visions, an anthology anime series in the works as well. Join with me as we speculate as to what these two animated series could bring to that galaxy far, far away...
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In the penultimate episode of season 2, Mando and team release Mayfeld from prison in order to help them locate Moff Gideon's flagship. What follows is a surprisingly introspective adventure on the lush planet of Morak. Join with me as we dissect this episode as we near the end of this magnificent season!
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Yesterday, as part of Disney's "keynote" presentation regarding its future content, Lucasfilm unveiled its slate of upcoming Star Wars media coming to either theaters or Disney+. And boy was there an avalanche of news! Join with me as I give you what they presented.
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George Lucas' first synopsis of what would become Star Wars was quite a bit different than what made it to the screen. Join with me today as we discuss the two synopses and three screenplay drafts that preceded the final product. What we find may surprise you.
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The second season of The Mandalorian continues to impress as its latest episode, The Tragedy, delivers both great action and great lore. Directed with style by the famed Robert Rodriguez, this chapter is probably the most action-packed of this season, as a familiar character returns to kick butt. Join with me as we examine the latest installment.
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American actor Ahmed Best is (no pun intended) best known for this role as Jar-Jar Binks in the Star Wars Prequel Trilogy. Earlier this year he returned to the franchise as Jedi Master Kelleran Beq, host of the Star Wars Kids channel game show Jedi Temple Challenge. Unlike the 90's game shows it emulates, Jedi Temple Challenge is set in-universe. That means that we are to understand it is all taking place within the Star Wars universe as opposed to the real world. That being said, a lot of fans including myself would like to see Ahmed's new character appear in more Star Wars content, particularly live-action. Join with me as we discuss.
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At long last Ahsoka Tano makes her first appearance in live action! For those who do not know, Ahsoka first appeared in the theatrical Star Wars: The Clone Wars. She was an annoying 14-year-old with a smart mouth, and a lot of fans (myself included) had a hard time getting used to her. But as the subsequent series progressed, the character evolved to become a favorite of many Star Wars lovers. A lot was riding on this episode of The Mandalorian, but I'm happy to say that it was a resounding success.
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While I initially feared that this episode would be "filler", imagine my surprise when I discovered just how important this chapter would turn out to be! What started out as a fairly simple action plot quickly turned into possible insight as to the origins of the First Order and its puppet ruler. Join with me as we discuss an incredibly fun episode, and a great addition to The Mandalorian.
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To me, The Rise of Skywalker was the perfect ending to the 9-episode Skywalker Saga. I know there are those who disagree, but I believe it capped off the saga quite nicely. While opinions have been divided, I thought it would be interesting to share Daisy Ridley's thoughts on the matter; more specifically, her thoughts on the future of Rey and whether or not her story should be continued through the medium of Disney+. Join with me as we discuss.
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Inspired by the infamous 1978 made-for-TV Star Wars holiday special, the LEGO Holiday Special sees Rey frustrated with her own ability to teach what she knows to Finn as Poe prepares for the Wookiee holiday of Life Day. Join with me as we discuss this incredibly charming and hilariously irreverent adventure in the wacky world of LEGO Star Wars.
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Over the years, fans have come up with a variety of clever ways to watch the entire Star Wars saga. One of the more popular is called the "Machete Order", which I believe involves cutting The Phantom Menace from the lineup entirely. Join with me as I discuss why I would not remove Episode I from my lineup, as well as explain why I believe you should watch the movies in order of release.
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The latest episode of The Mandalorian sees our hero travel to the moon of Trask in order to find more of his kind. And, boy, does he ever! Join with me as we review the latest chapter of the continuing adventures of Din Djarin and The Child.
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I have come to believe that Star Wars is impervious to traditional film criticism. Those who know me well know that I am a cinema snob, with a great love for what some may consider "artsy-fartsy" films. Those films I can analyze the way one would analyze any work of art. Strangely enough, my brain doesn't work that way when it comes to that galaxy far, far away. Join with me as I explain...
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In a continuation of yesterday's discussion, I thought I would share with you some thoughts shared by my fellow members of John Rocha's Outlaw Nation. I asked them what they would like to see in a Boba Fett series, and I received some interesting responses. Join me!
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Deadline is reporting that a Boba Fett miniseries might be in the works. Former Disney CEO Bob Iger said in February that their plan was to introduce characters in The Mandalorian, and then create spin-off series focusing on those characters. Boba Fett may be the first of these. Join with me as we discuss the validity of these rumors, as well as what we might see if they are true.
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In the latest episode of The Mandalorian Season 2, Din Djarin continues his search for his fellow Mandalorians scattered throughout the galaxy. When the Mando is hired to transport the Frog Lady to Trask to reunite her with her husband, they set off a strange chain of events that will lead to several chases as well as a good dose of creepy-crawlies. Does this episode work? Join me and we'll find out.
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With all the chaos going on in the country right now, I thought it would be a good idea to discuss something fun to lift our spirits. Therefore, today's topic will be my favorite parts of the Star Wars Legends continuity. Join with me as I discuss why I like the Canon/Legends distinction, as well as tell you what I love the most in the Legends material.
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The Mandalorian is back in a big way! In this inaugural episode of Season 2, our heroes travel to Tatooine in search of another Mandalorian who might be willing to help on their quest to reunite the Child with its kind. Not only is this a fun episode in the tradition of classic Westerns, but there are a plethora of fun Easter eggs for those who know Star Wars inside and out. Join with me as I review this new installment to this saga.
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1999's The Phantom Menace presented the idea that Anakin Skywalker was a messiah the Jedi had been waiting for, a figure who would defeat the Sith and restore "balance to the Force". Further added to the mix was the concept that Anakin had no mortal father, but rather was the offspring of the Force itself. This "virgin birth" led many to believe that Anakin was some kind of representation of Jesus, but I believe that this addition to the lore may go beyond just Christianity. Join with me as I explain.
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To conclude our catalogue of the vehicles of the Star Wars saga, we come to The Rise of Skywalker, which probably shows us more vessels than we've ever seen in a Star Wars film. Because most of these appear for a split second at most, we'll only be talking about those that actually have an impact or appear for a while in this film. Join with me as we attempt to narrow down.
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George Lucas' space opera is meant to be a morality play for 12-year-olds set in a weird and wacky galaxy full of strange creatures and even stranger sights. It was meant to be ridiculous, even though it did present some very important ideas and lessons. In recent years it seems to me that the online discourse surrounding Star Wars has become too serious, thus taking away from the fun that this galaxy is supposed to induce. Join with me as I discuss why we shouldn't take Star Wars too seriously.
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I think it is logical to assume that Rey Skywalker will begin training a new generation of Jedi following the events of The Rise of Skywalker. That being said, it seems likely that Finn, should he so desire, would become her first student. Even before TROS was released, I believed very firmly that Finn was Force-sensitive. Join with me as I explain Finn's Force journey, at least how I see it. Come with me!
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In 2015, Star Wars came back in a big way with J.J. Abrams' The Force Awakens. I do not envy any of the creative team their task: to create a film that furthers the saga as well as plays into the nostalgia for that galaxy far, far away. Today on A Thousand Generations, we will discuss whether or not this first installment in the Sequel Trilogy successfully tapped into the nostalgia that governs the Star Wars galaxy.
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The second spin-off Star Wars film is the story of a young Han Solo and his rise to become a self-proclaimed outlaw. This installment does not introduce very many new vehicles and vessels to the saga, but those it does are very interesting indeed. Join with me as we examine these new additions.
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When I first saw The Force Awakens, I believed quite strongly that the Sequel Trilogy did not need a major romance. I wondered, however, if the wonderful relationship between Finn and Rey would blossom into romance. I was quite content with their connection being merely platonic, but the more I think about it, the more I realize that they might have made a wonderful couple. They're sensitive to each other's needs and they seem more in touch with their emotions; good qualities for romantic partners. Join with me as we discuss how this might have worked.
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In The Rise of Skywalker we learn that Lando and Luke had teamed up to find the location of the secret Sith world of Exegol. To this end, they followed Ochi of Bestoon across the galaxy because they knew he had a clue that could lead them to the Sith wayfinder that could point the way to the mysterious Sith capital. This got me to thinking: an adventure featuring Lando and Luke working together to find Sith artifacts would be really cool to see. Join with me as I discuss...
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A popular era in the Star Wars Legends timeline known as the Old Republic was very important to many fans. Since Disney purchased Lucasfilm in 2012 and reset the Canon, many people are wondering when we will get Canon stories regarding the Star Wars galaxy thousands of years before the films. Join with me as we discuss what we know (or what we don't know) about the Canon version of the Old Republic. Join me.
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The second installment in the Star Wars Sequel Trilogy introduces a few new interesting vehicles and vessels. Though it, like its predecessor, doesn't introduce nearly as many new ships as the Prequel Trilogy did, it nonetheless adds a few new entries to my ongoing catalogue. Join with me as we discuss the vehicles and vessels of my favorite new Star Wars film!
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Over the years I have been guilty of altering my Star Wars opinions to fit the general online pundit consensus (I say "online pundit" as opposed to "fan" because the online sphere often misrepresents fandom as a whole). Join me as I share some honest opinions, as well as explain why you should be honest in your opinions as opposed to altering them as I once did. Join me!
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In honor of "Indigenous Peoples' Day", I thought today would be a good day to celebrate the natives of the first planet we ever saw in Star Wars. Join with me as we celebrate both the Jawas and the Tusken Raiders, two species who seem to have been on Tatooine longer than any of the human settlers. Join with me as we discuss.
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At the end of this month, The Mandalorian Season 2 will premiere on Disney+. Next year will see the release of Star Wars: The High Republic and Star Wars: The Bad Batch. With these upcoming products, I thought it would be fun to discuss what we might see in these new installments in that galaxy far, far away...
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You may find it hard to believe, but The Imperial March was not introduced until 1980's The Empire Strikes Back. Think about that: one of the most iconic pieces of Star Wars music and it did not appear in the original film. This is one of many reasons why I believe John Williams' greatest Star Wars score is that of the second installment of the Original Trilogy. Join with me as I further explain why I feel this way.
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Gareth Edwards' 2016 entry to the Star Wars saga brought us back to the aesthetics of the Original Trilogy, albeit with the benefit of modern visual effects. We were privileged to see the return of many classic vehicles and vessels, but we were also shown new entries in the catalogue. Join with me as we discuss and celebrate!
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Today on Page Turners They Were Not, we discuss why the Jedi Order needed a reset. While their end did not need to be violent, the Jedi had nonetheless reached a point where their dogma was clouding their ability to maintain balance in the galaxy. Years after Order 66 decimated their numbers, Luke Skywalker and Rey would be instrumental in resurrecting the fallen order. Join with me as we discuss.
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There seems to be a general degree of seriousness among the Star Wars fans (at least the online pundits) lately. To counter that, I think it's important to celebrate and discuss the humor of Star Wars. George Lucas' space opera is not meant to be taken as seriously as some choose to take it (I'm guilty of this too). So join with me as we talk about the humor that is universally agreed upon as the best in that galaxy far, far away...
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Yesterday I saw a news article announcing a film about the making of The Godfather. This got me to thinking: could the making of Star Wars make an interesting film? To me the answer is yes. Join with me as we discuss why this moment in cinematic history could be worthy of a movie just as fascinating as Star Wars itself.
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Released in 2015, J.J. Abrams' The Force Awakens brought back Star Wars in a big way. Strangely enough though, the number of vehicles and vessels introduced in this film is quite small, especially considering how many were introduced in the Prequel Trilogy. Join with me as we celebrate.
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One of the primary influences on the Star Wars Original Trilogy were the works of mythologist Joseph Campbell. While studying the myths of various cultures throughout the world, Professor Campbell discovered that many of these stories shared many elements. He then devised what has come to be known as the "hero's journey". The story of Luke Skywalker corresponds quite well to the steps laid out by this proposed journey. Join with me as we discuss.
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Today on Page Turners They Were Not, we discuss one of the major elements that make up this galaxy far, far away: the underworld. Join with me as we discuss the miscreants and ne'er-do-wells that populate the fringes of the Star Wars galaxy.
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As we come to the end of George Lucas' Prequel Trilogy, we see more vehicles and vessels than we've ever seen before (and possibly since). Join with me as we attempt to catalogue the ships and transports seen in this climactic film.
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With The Mandalorian season 2 a little more than a month away, it's time to speculate responsibly about what we might see in this new entry to the Star Wars universe. From the familiar sands of Tatooine to the frozen tundra of a mysterious icy world, it looks as though we're going to go on a journey of epic proportions. Join with me as we imagine what the future holds...
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Today on Page Turners They Were Not I present to you my interview with the Outlaw himself: John Rocha. Join us as we discuss the spiritual aspects of Star Wars that we connect with the most.
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Palpatine is the master of plans. We've seen this since his first appearance in 1980's The Empire Strikes Back. It comes as no surprise then that he is weaving a web of even more plans in The Rise of Skywalker. Today on One With the Force we discuss the evolving plans of Darth Sidious as he attempts yet again to conquer the galaxy.
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In George Lucas' Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones, the number of new vehicles and vessels expands exponentially. Join with me as we discuss the major ships introduced in the second installment of the Prequel Trilogy.
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With the release of The Mandalorian season 2 a month-and-a-half away, we finally have a trailer! Truth be told, I've only watched the trailer twice in order to avoid my bad habit of overspeculation. That being said, join with me as I discuss my excitement for this new season as well as give you my thoughts on the trailer itself.
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Today on Page Turners They Were Not, we'll be celebrating the fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy: the Millennium Falcon! There is so much we could say about this ship and its 54 year history as seen on film, but today we'll just be celebrating a few things that make this ship the greatest vessel in the Star Wars saga. Join me as we discuss.
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Religion and spirituality have always been part of the makeup of Star Wars. On that note, I recently noticed some similarities between the story of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden and the concept of the Balance of the Force. Join with me as I explain…
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With the release of the trailer for the science fiction epic Dune yesterday, I thought it would be appropriate to discuss the connections I see between Frank Herbert's classic novel and George Lucas' galaxy far, far away. With the novel being released 12 years before the debut of Star Wars, it seems clear to me that George Lucas drew inspiration from this other great entry in the sci-fi canon. Join with me as we discuss...
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On this very special episode of Page Turners They Were Not I interview fellow Star Wars podcaster and Sci-Fi author Jon Justice. Join us as we discuss our favorites of that galaxy far, far away, as well as discuss the current climate of Star Wars fandom surrounding the sequel trilogy. Join us as we celebrate our love for all things Star Wars!
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At the end of his final duel with Darth Vader aboard the first Death Star, Obi-Wan Kenobi sacrifices himself so that our heroes can escape. I believe this scene can be interpreted in two ways: Either Darth Vader murdered his former master, or that former master voluntarily surrendered himself to the Force and died of his own choice. Join with me as we discuss the noble end of a great Jedi master.
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In the wake of John Boyega's recent comments in GQ, I thought I would take this time to celebrate why I love this character. Finn is an exciting screen presence, with a story arc that resonates with me. Today on Serving Drinks, we'll be delving further into Boyega's comments, as well as celebrate why this character is such a great addition to that galaxy far, far away,,,
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This week I continue my commentaries with 2005’s Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith. Join with me on Page Turners They Were Not as I take you on a journey through the third and final installment of George Lucas’ Prequel Trilogy.
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On today's episode on Page Turners They Were Not, I thought it would be nice to pay tribute to the Star Wars characters who have faith in the Force, if not the ability to wield it. We know from the Star Wars lore that the Force is created by and flows through all living things. Therefore it is safe to say that all beings have the Force; only a few have the ability to actively wield that power. Join with me as we discuss...
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Yesterday, John Boyega spoke up about racism in Hollywood. In his article published in GQ, he briefly discusses his dissatisfaction with his role as Finn in the Sequel Trilogy. He felt that his character, as well as the other characters of color, were sidelined in favor of the white characters. I initially disagreed with his comments, but now I've come to agree. Join with me as we discuss...
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Released in 1999, George Lucas' Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace introduced us to more vehicles and vessels than any prior entry in the franchise. There are far more than I can possibly discuss in one episode, but I'll try my best. Join me as we explore...
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In 2014, Lucasfilm declared that only the six Star Wars films and The Clone Wars animated series would be considered the official story of Star Wars. Everything that came out after the declaration (unless specified otherwise) would be considered canon, while everything that came before would be labeled Star Wars Legends. Today on Serving Drinks, we will celebrate the greatest elements of Legends as well as give a special tribute to the late great Chadwick Boseman!
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In Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith, Obi-Wan Kenobi says a most curious line to Anakin Skywalker: "Only a Sith deals in absolutes." While on the surface this may seem a badly written line, I have come to believe that this is a profound statement about the hypocrisy that exists among all arbitrary factions in Star Wars and in real life. Join with me as we discuss...
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Released in 1984, the made-for-TV movie Caravan of Courage: An Ewok Adventure tells a story of two young humans who are taken in by a village of Ewoks following their parents capture by an evil beast. This village is the same one that allied itself with the Rebel Alliance in Return of the Jedi. Join with me as I give you my review of this nostalgic throwback.
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As we continue our catalog of the vehicles of Star Wars, let us turn our attention to those introduced in 1983's Return of the Jedi. As Lucasfilm was working with a larger budget, George Lucas was able to play more in the sandbox he created. This film introduces so many new vehicles and vessels that had become beloved by many fans. Join with me as we examine these new entries to the Star Wars catalog.
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For today's episode, I asked a simple question: What would your profession be if you lived in the Star Wars galaxy? I sent out this question on the ForceCenter and The Outlaw Nation Discord servers, and I got a lot of great responses. Join with me on this episode of Serving Drinks as I share what I learned...
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For today's episode of Page Turners They Were Not, I sent out a simple question: would you choose the Light Side or Dark Side of the Force? Let us examine the responses we received...
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The Star Wars saga is amazing in terms of how many entry points exist for fans. Yesterday I sent out a tweet asking listeners to explain how they first came to that galaxy far, far away. Join with me as I share their responses, as well as tell you how I first came to George Lucas' space opera.
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Today I present to you a fan theory that I've had swirling around in my head for some time now, that being that Palpatine aka Darth Sidious may have arranged for the Tusken raiders to kidnap and ultimately cause the death of Shmi Skywalker. This, as we know, drives Anakin into a frenzy in which he slaughters an entire village, leading him further down the dark path which eventually leads to Darth Vader. Join with me as we discuss.
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From Rey's terrifying interrogation by the sinister Kylo Ren to the passionate kiss amid the ruins of the Final Order, the Star Wars sequel trilogy is full of iconic Reylo moments. Whether you interpret their relationship as romantic or not, you would be hard pressed not to see the great connection between these two wonderful characters. Join with me today as I share some fans' favorite Reylo moments.
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This week I continue my commentaries with 2002’s Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones. Join with me on Page Turners They Were Not as I take you on a journey through the second installment of George Lucas’ Prequel Trilogy.
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One of the most memorable if not downright confusing scenes of The Last Jedi was Rey in the dark side cave on Ahch-To. Giving into the temptation to learn more about who she is, Rey journeys into a strange realm where she sees countless duplicates of herself. Join with me on this episode of One With the Force as I give you my interpretation of this controversial moment.
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When I was a kid, the only Star Wars were the original crusty VHS tapes. Though there were a few other entries in Star Wars, such as the Ewok Adventure movies, the only ones that mattered to me was the original trilogy. As the years have gone on we've seen a major increase in media that can introduce kids and new fans to that galaxy far, far away. Join me as we discuss...
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Let us imagine for a moment that Ben Solo and Rey lived happily ever after as a couple. The question becomes: where would they live? For this episode, I asked the Twitterverse for responses. Join with me as I share them with you...
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For today's episode, we respond to Twitter feedback regarding the controversial points of view as pertaining to Star Wars. The responses were quite interesting, and I thought I would share them with you today, as well as give you my thoughts on these unique points of view.
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For this week I did something a little different: I sent out a tweet requesting user feedback as to why Reylo brings people joy. I got some wonderful responses, and I'd like to share those with you on this episode of Serving Drinks, presented by Page Turners They Were Not.
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It's time to continue our series of Star Wars commentaries with 1999's Episode I: The Phantom Menace.
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On this inaugural episode of my Friday shows, we ask a simple question: what Force powers would I like to have in real life? Join with me and I'll answer...
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From its very inception, Star Wars has been influenced by the political landscape. When George Lucas was in the process of creating his space opera, counter-cultural movements were gaining a foothold in the United States as a result of the Vietnam War and the Watergate scandal. Like many filmmakers of that time, this political upheaval made its way into the films of Lucas. Join with me as we discuss how the political landscape of the 70's made its way into that galaxy far, far away...s
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The Empire Strikes Back had a budget three times the size of the budget for the original film. As a result, George Lucas and company were able to expand the Star Wars galaxy in ways they had not been able to in A New Hope. Today, on this inaugural episode of A Larger World, we will discuss the vehicles and vessels introduced in the second installment of that galaxy far, far away...
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Today I inaugurate my new Tuesday show: Certain Point of View, where we discuss all manner of controversial topics pertaining to that galaxy far, far away. Today I explain why The Last Jedi is my favorite Star Wars film since the original trilogy. We start off with a bang, so join me to hear more...
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Entering the Star Wars universe in 1985's Ewoks: The Battle for Endor, Wilford Brimley was a beloved star of both big and little screen. Always appearing as a stodgy old curmudgeon, he built a career that has endured for 50 years. He is known to many today as the spokesman for the American Diabetes Association, and has completely changed the way we pronounced "diabetes" in our modern time. Join with me as we inaugurate my new Monday show by celebrating the life of a great character actor.
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Today we ask a simple question: in Revenge of the Sith, did the Force lightning damage Palpatine's face, or did it reveal what he truly looked like underneath? During his climactic battle with Mace Windu, Palpatine releases a massive onslaught of lightning that rebounds off of Mace's lightsaber blade. At that moment it seems that the Chancellor's face is disfigured, but some fans theorize that the face we have been seeing up to that point is a mask made by the Force. Join with me as we discuss.
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In April of 2014, Lucasfilm declared that all Star Wars expanded material released prior to that point (except The Clone Wars) would be considered non-canon and be dubbed "Legends". A few fans felt put out by this decision, as many of them had a very emotional connection to the old material. Join with me as we discuss this decision, as well as discuss how the general perception of the Sequel Trilogy may have been influenced by Star Wars Legends.
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One of the things Star Wars is best known for is its motley collection of spaceships. Each film in the saga has introduced new capital ships as well as small fighter craft. Today we will begin cataloging the spaceships of the Star Wars saga by discussing the ships introduced to us in the movie that began it all, Star Wars: A New Hope.
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Reylo is the concept of the romantic relationship that may or may not exist between Ben Solo and Rey in the Star Wars Sequel Trilogy. While there are many fans who believe in Reylo, there are many others who do not. Join with me as we discuss my own personal feelings on the matter, as well as try my best to explain the situation as a whole.
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Join me as we continue our film commentaries with the third entry in the Star Wars saga: Return of the Jedi!
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Now that the Star Wars sequel trilogy has been concluded, the question becomes: what will people think about these movies in the years to come? It is my contention that the sequels parallel the original trilogy in terms of audience reaction; the first one gets people in, the second challenges them but they come to accept it, and the third may remain somewhat divisive even many years from now. That's just my opinion, so join me as I explain further...
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There are many reasons to love that galaxy far, far away. To me, the two pillars of Star Wars are the lore of the Force and wars in the galaxy. While some fans prefer the latter, I prefer the former. The lore of the Force and its wielders are what draws me to George Lucas' space opera. Join with me as I discuss my preference, as well as explain why these are not mutually exclusive loves.
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Lucasfilm just announced a new animated series set to debut next year. The new show will be a spin-off of Star Wars: The Clone Wars entitled The Bad Batch. Join with me as we discuss...
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From the Ewoks of the Forest Moon of Endor to the Loth-wolves of Lothal, the animals of the Star Wars galaxy seem to be agents by which the Force itself strikes back against those who would disrupt the balance. Join with me as we discuss the power of nature in Star Wars.
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Did Anakin Skywalker or his grandson Ben Solo deserve salvation? Do any of us deserve salvation? Is anyone truly worthy of that? Join with me as we discuss the theology of the Force as it pertains to the souls of the fallen.
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It is safe to say that my favorite element of the Star Wars franchise is the Force, particularly the lore it has generated. The original trilogy taught us much about the Force, but it was not until 1999's The Phantom Menace that the dam burst and we were flooded with incredible additions to the lore. Join with me as we discuss how the franchise has added more to the mix over the years.
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It's no small secret that many fans think the Galactic Empire is pretty cool. There seems to be a strange allure to this fascist dictatorship, thanks in no small part to the awesome vehicles and vessels boasted by the servants of Palpatine. Join with me as we discuss why we are drawn to such an evil organization, as well as discuss my favorite Imperial vehicles seen in the Star Wars canon.
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From his first appearance in 1999's The Phantom Menace, Darth Maul has become one of the most beloved and iconic characters in all of Star Wars. It is very interesting to consider that he took on a legendary status despite being "killed off" in the first installment of the Prequel Trilogy. Fortunately, the character returned in Star Wars: The Clone Wars, wherein he became one of my favorite Star Wars characters. He reappeared in Star Wars Rebels, and yet again endeared himself to many a fan. Join with me as we discuss the destiny of everyone's favorite Zabrak.
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I absolutely love The Rise of Skywalker. I was so moved by so many moments in the film that seeing it was honestly one of the most amazing theatrical experiences I've had in my entire life. That being said, there are elements of the film that I feel are lacking. Many fans were concerned that TROS undid what The Last Jedi established regarding Rey being a "nobody". The novel establishes that Rey's power comes from herself, but the film made it seem as though her power came from Palpatine. Join with me as we discuss why some elements included in the novel should have been present in the film.
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There is no question we live in troubled times. When George Lucas created Star Wars in the 1970's, America was experiencing similar troubles to those we find ourselves facing today. Star Wars, in some ways, was an answer to those troubles; it provided us with an uplifting story about individuals choosing to be heroes. This is a story we need to hear today: each of us has the choice to do the right thing. Join with me as we celebrate the inspirational power of that galaxy far, far away...
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"An elegant weapon, for a more civilized age," are the words Obi-Wan Kenobi used when introducing the lightsaber to a young Luke Skywalker. Since that moment in 1977's Star Wars, the lightsaber has become one of the most iconic images of George Lucas' space opera. Join with me as I discuss the meaning of the lightsaber, as well as give you a description of the kind of lightsaber I would like to own.
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A "gray Jedi" is the hypothetical idea of a Force-user who either walks a fine line between the Light and the Dark, or the idea of a Force-user who embraces both Light side and Dark side powers. This concept was a part of the old Legends continuity, but has not been made Canon. There are some fans who believe Qui-Gon Jinn was a gray Jedi because he did not entirely follow the dogma of the Jedi Order. Join with me today as I explain why I do not believe Qui-Gon was a gray Jedi, and why I do not believe gray Jedi can exist in that galaxy far, far away...
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Throughout film history, many future classics endured difficult if not nightmarish conditions during their productions. In our modern age, its very easy to know if a film is facing difficulties, and it can be tempting to judge that film based on what's going on (or at least what we think is going on) behind the scenes. In my opinion, we should try to judge movies based on what makes it to the screen rather than what's going on off-screen.
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In 1996, during the build-up to the Prequel Trilogy, Lucasfilm released Shadows of the Empire, a multimedia project filling in the gaps between the events of The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi. Join with me as we cast our minds back to the days when there were only three Star Wars films, in the simpler times of that galaxy far, far away...
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June 19th is the day we commemorate the end of slavery in the United States. To me, the story of Finn as seen in the Sequel Trilogy is the story of an escaped slave returning to fight back against those who had oppressed him. Finn's act of defiance also inspired others to throw off their shackles and stand up for freedom and justice in the galaxy. Join with me for this special Star Wars Juneteenth.
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Star Wars: The Last Jedi heavily suggested that Rey was of no important lineage. The Rise of Skywalker revealed that her grandfather was none other than Palpatine himself. Though some have interpreted this as a contradiction, I see it as fitting together quite nicely. How you may ask? Join me and you'll find out...
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Diversity was lacking in 1977's Star Wars. Thankfully, that changed in The Empire Strikes Back with the introduction of Lando Calrissian, played by the charming Billy Dee Williams. As the years have gone on, more and more characters of color have been added to the mix to great success, particularly with John Boyega's Finn being the first person of color to play a lead character in that galaxy far, far away. Join with me as we celebrate these characters...
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Every Star Wars film has told the story of brave heroes fighting against a corrupt system. To me, this message is absolutely imperative at this time. The death of George Floyd and others like him has sparked a rebellion bent on bringing equality to all people. This is what Star Wars has been about since the beginning. Join with me as we discuss why political debate is in the very DNA of that galaxy far, far away...
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Eyebrow Cinema made an excellent video regarding Night of the Living Dead and its unintentional allegory for civil rights. This got me thinking of the metaphors for civil rights that one might draw from the Star Wars saga. Even though I do not believe it to be intentional, I believe Finn's story arc to be one that may be interpreted as the story of a young black man who finds the courage to stand up and fight an oppressive system. I believe this to be quite a profound lesson.
Here's the aforementioned video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uo0CUDdi1ow
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I've been watching Star Wars for so long that I do not remember the first time I saw the films. That being said, I do have some very strong memories of my early days as a fan. I believe I was introduced to that galaxy far, far away by Jim Henson's Muppet Babies, as the references to George Lucas' space opera were quite common on that classic show. Join with me as I reminisce on my "first step into a larger world."
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The Star Wars films are full of odd and interesting characters, many of whom are often lost in the shuffle. Today I would like to discuss with you three characters, one from each trilogy, who stand out to me. As minor characters are the seasoning of the saga, they are worth celebrating as much as our main heroes. Join with me!
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In recent years, a common phrase uttered by Star Wars pundits like myself is: "They didn't have a plan." The debate as to whether creatives had a plan or no rages on, with no real knowledge as to the truth. I do not wish to indulge in any tin-foil-hat-wearing speculation as to the answer. Rather, I would like to discuss the fact that I believe Star Wars is in need of a planner. Join with me as I discuss further...
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In light of the murder of George Floyd, I thought I would take this opportunity to explain why I believe that diversity on film is so important to creating empathy for our fellow human beings. It is my hope that if we can find empathy for those on a movie screen, then maybe we can find similar empathy for those we encounter in real life.
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Stanley Kubrick's 1960 classic Spartacus is one of the last great Roman epics. It tells the story of a slave-turned-gladiator who challenges the might of the waning Roman Republic. Featuring an all-star cast, great visuals, and a great score, Spartacus is a film not to be missed. Join with me as we discuss this classic, as well as discuss the possible connections to that galaxy far, far away...
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Star Wars is many things, not the least of which is a cornucopia of humans and aliens populating the background of the saga. Today, we'll be discussing the minor characters that have lines in the films, and those who do not, as well as discuss why we love these characters who often appear only briefly in that galaxy far, far away...
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Since the first month of its release, Star Wars has been subjected to alterations both big and small. These changes have been met with a variety of reactions, most of them negative. The question I have posed to myself for years is: "Should George Lucas have modified the Trilogy?" Join with me as I tell you my feelings on the altered versions, as well as give you my answer to the aforementioned question.
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By my count, there are four Force abilities introduced in The Empire Strikes Back: Telekinesis, Force ghosts, Force jump, and Force communication. These new powers have become staples of the Star Wars saga, having appeared in some fashion in every saga film since. Join with me as we discuss...
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The day is upon us! Today, we celebrate the 40th anniversary of the release of Star Wars Episode V: The Empire Strikes Back. Today on Page Turners They Were Not we examine the legacy of this film in both the long and the short term. Join with me as we discuss the influence this film continues to have on Hollywood to this very day.
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Because the second entry in the Star Wars saga had a larger budget, George Lucas and team were able to explore the galaxy in a way they could not in the original film. As a result, we as the audience were introduced to an interesting menagerie of creatures both large and small. Join with me today as we discuss the bestiary of Episode V.
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In the original cut of The Empire Strikes Back, Emperor Palpatine was played by the actress Marjorie Eaton with chimpanzee eyes, voiced by the legendary Clive Revill. Later, for Return of the Jedi, distinguished stage actor Ian McDiarmid got the part. For the 2004 DVD release of the Original Trilogy, the original emperor as seen in The Empire Strikes Back was replaced with McDiarmid. Not only was the visual changed, but some of the dialogue was altered as well. Join with me as we discuss the differences and similarities between the two versions.
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This week marks the 40th anniversary of the release of The Empire Strikes Back. In honor of the occasion, every episode this week of Page Turners They Were Not will focus on the second entry in the Star Wars saga. Today, we celebrate what makes The Empire Strikes Back a great film, as well as why it is my favorite in that galaxy far, far away...
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This Thursday the 21st marks the 40th anniversary of the release of The Empire Strikes Back. In honor of that occasion, Page Turners They Were Not presents a full-length commentary to the film. Join with me as I take you through my favorite entry in the Star Wars Saga.
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With big news in terms of casting the Mandalorian Season 2, I thought it would be fun to speculate as to the nature of the appearances of Ahsoka Tano, Boba Fett, and Bo-Katan Kryze in this series. Join with me on Page Turners They Were Not as we responsibly speculate what we might see in the near future.
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Akira Kurosawa's 1950 masterpiece Rashomon is the story of a murder and rape as told from four different points of view. While Seven Samurai may be his most defining film, this film may be Kurosawa-san's most complex. Join with me as I give you my thoughts on this classic, as well as how it connects to that galaxy far, far away...
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Earlier this morning I had intended this episode to be about a debate I got into last night with a fellow fan. However, that all changed when I discovered that a certain actress who had played a character in vocal form would be reprising her role in live-action. So I decided to combine the two topics to bring you today's episode. Join with me!
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In honor of Mother's Day, today we will discuss the mothers of Star Wars, particularly the mothers of the Skywalker family. We'll be covering Shmi, Padme, and Leia, as well as those mothers who played a part in raising our heroes. Star Wars would not be what it is without these strong women who were often willing to put the interests of others before their own. Join with me as we celebrate.
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Today, for the very first time, page turners they were not presents a full-length movie commentary for Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope. Join with me as I give you my own insights as we enjoy George Lucas’ 1977 classic that first transported us to a galaxy far, far away….
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The 90's were a golden age for Star Wars games. Many an hour I spent immersed in that galaxy far, far away, whether it be in the FPS Dark Forces or the flight simulator Tie Fighter. Join with me as we discuss those days gone by, as well as where we find ourselves in this day and age.
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In the stirring conclusion of The Rise of Skywalker, the Resistance battles the sinister fleet of the Final Order in the air as Rey fights the resurrected Emperor Palpatine on the ground. As this is the final battle of the Skywalker Saga, how does it measure up? Join with me and I'll tell you.
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In the original Star Wars Trilogy, there are two major plot twists which changed the way fans look at the movies. One was the most iconic moment in the saga, the other retroactively created some awkward moments. Join with me as we discuss two iconic moments in that galaxy far, far away...
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On this Star Wars Day we celebrate the end of an era, as The Clone Wars has finally come to its conclusion. Victory and Death was the final episode of season 7, as well as the final episode of this long-running series. In addition to discussing the impact of this animated show, I will also be discussing a bit of news regarding a certain Academy Award-winning director/screenwriter being brought on board to tell yet another story in that galaxy far, far away...
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Since the original Star Wars film was released in 1977, fans have wondered how the Galactic Empire was able to destroy the Jedi Order. It was not until 2005's Revenge of the Sith that they had their questions answered. Later, season 6 of The Clone Wars shed more light on the diabolical plan known as Order 66. Join with me as we discuss...
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William Wyler's 1959 adaptation of General Lew Wallace's novel Ben-Hur: A Tale of the Christ is an epic in every sense of the word. It tells the story of Judah Ben-Hur, a Jewish aristocrat living in a time of Jesus Christ. When Judah and his childhood friend Messala disagree on the Roman Empire's presence in the Holy Land, it sets off a series of events that eventually culminate in one of the most incredible sequences ever put to film. Join with me as we discuss...
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With the heroic Resistance on the run from the sinister First Order, it was decided that they needed to reach a base from which they could send a signal strong enough to reach their allies on the Outer Rim. Such a base existed on the mineral planet Crait. The ensuing battle was more of a last stand than a major offensive, with hope seemingly lost until a familiar figure appeared to face down the First Order with his "laser sword". Join with me as we discuss...
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One of the most beloved characters in the Star Wars Canon is Ahsoka Tano, Anakin Skywalker's former padawan learner. This is very ironic due to the fact that this individual was strongly disliked by many a fan when she was first introduced in 2008's The Clone Wars film. Join with me as I chronicle the history of this character from her first appearance on the battlefields of Christophsis to her most recent appearance on the plains of Lothal.
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Fans of Star Wars The Clone Wars have had to wait 8 years to see the return of their beloved show. Now that it is upon us, the question becomes: was it worth the wait? Well, I'm here to tell you that it was totally worth it, and then some. Join with me as I discuss two story arcs in this series: The Bad Batch and The Siege of Mandalore.
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Princess Leia's aptitude for the Force was first demonstrated in The Empire Strikes Back, as she was able to sense Luke as he dangled beneath Cloud City. Leia's abilities in the Force seemed limited to sensing others until we saw her perform a rather unusual "space-walk" in The Last Jedi. Recently, in The Rise of Skywalker, we learn that Leia had trained as a Jedi. Join with me as we discuss how our beloved princess and her strength in the Force have played a major role in the Star Wars saga.
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Akira Kurosawa's 1975 Soviet film Dersu Uzala might be his most obscure work, yet I see some interesting parallels between this story and that galaxy far, far away. It tells the story of a soldier on a survey mission of the easternmost parts of Russia who befriends a native hunter who is more wise in the ways of the wilderness. Join with me as we celebrate this underrated gem, as well as discuss the parallels I see to the Star Wars saga.
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The first major battle of the Star Wars Sequel Trilogy occurred on the First Order's Starkiller Base, once known as the planet Ilum. After the destruction of the Hosnian System, the Resistance was desperate to stop this weapon of mass destruction before it could cause any more chaos in the galaxy. Join with me as we discuss...
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Soon after the release of Star Wars in 1977, Lucasfilm realized that the universe George Lucas created was big enough for stories beyond the movies. Thus began the Expanded Universe, full of further adventures of our heroes. In 2014, with the Sequel Trilogy on the horizon, Lucasfilm declared that the Expanded Universe would not factor in to the canon that would be established in the upcoming entries. Join with me as I discuss my feelings on this new division, as well as answer the million-dollar question: which do I prefer?
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One of the greatest ingredients of that galaxy far, far away is the music of maestro John Williams. Nearly every piece of music he has composed for this story is iconic and recognizable, and immediately capable of conjuring images of space battles and lightsabers to all who hear it. Join with me as we celebrate the contributions of this Oscar-winning composer!
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The future of Star Wars on film is uncertain. In the last few years, Lucasfilm has had a difficult time keeping the creators they have hired to develop new projects. Therefore, there is very little we can say concretely regarding more movies. Join with me as we discuss this uncertain future, as well as what I would like to see in that galaxy far, far away...
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Akira Kurosawa's 1961 samurai romp Yojimbo is the story of a ronin with no name who wanders into a town and offers his services as hired muscle to both sides in a turf war. This film has become one of the most iconic films in Japanese history, and has had a huge impact on the Western genre in the United States (and other countries). Join with me as I discuss the connections I see between this film and that galaxy far, far away...
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Perhaps the textbook definition of a Star Wars battle, the Battle of Endor takes place on three fronts: on land, in space, and on the Death Star. This style of battle has become what I look forward to the most when it comes to action in the Star Wars saga. Join with me as we discuss one of the most emotionally investing sequences in that galaxy far, far away...
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Emperor Palpatine is a Machiavellian politician of the highest caliber. It would therefore not surprise me at all if he were secretly responsible for the death of Anakin Skywalker's mother. Even though she died as a result of her treatment at the hands of the Sandpeople, it is entirely possible that her abduction was planned by the evil Lord Sidious. Join with me as I present my fan theory.
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Star Wars as a mythology includes many of the archetypes common in all human storytelling. One of these archetypes is the wise old man, a mentor-figure to the hero who has been many places and seen many things. The wisdom that these elders have accumulated often prove invaluable to our hero on his or her journey. Join with me as we discuss the many faces worn by this common archetype in the Star Wars saga.
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First introduced to us in The Empire Strikes Back, telekinesis has become perhaps the most iconic use of the Force in the Star Wars saga. In fact, my favorite scene in the franchise involves this power and a certain little green master. Join with me as we discuss...
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No discussion of Star Wars would be complete without referencing Akira Kurosawa's 1958 samurai epic The Hidden Fortress. Not only is this film similar to Star Wars in many respects, but it is one of the few to be mentioned as an inspiration by George Lucas himself. Join with me as we discuss what is easily the most accessible works of one of the world's greatest filmmakers.
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Occurring during the first act of The Empire Strikes Back, the Battle of Hoth is unique in the world of Star Wars because it is an attempt at retreat as opposed to an attempt to win. The Rebel Alliance could have chosen to make a 300-style last stand, but they chose instead to save life rather than take it needlessly. Join with me as we discuss one of the most iconic battles in cinematic history.
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Throughout the Star Wars saga, Luke Skywalker has had a variety of amazing and/or iconic moments. From his birth on the asteroid of Polis Massa to his death on the watery world of Ahch-To, our beloved Jedi master has cemented himself as one of the greatest film characters of all time. Join with me today as I give you my five favorite moments from his illustrious career.
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Released between 1991 and 1993, Timothy Zahn's Thrawn Trilogy tells the story of a brilliant Imperial tactician attempting to take back the galaxy from the New Republic five years after the events of Return of the Jedi. Not only does this saga tell a great story, but it is also credited with revitalizing a waning Star Wars franchise. Join with me as I discuss...
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Perhaps the most iconic use of the Force in the Star Wars saga is Obi-Wan's use of the Jedi mind trick on the hapless stormtroopers in Mos Eisley. Join with me today as we discuss this unique power, and how it can have a "strong influence on the weak-minded."
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Michael Curtiz' The Adventures of Robin Hood, released in 1938, is quite simply one of the most entertaining films of all time. Not only has the film defined our modern view of the legendary outlaw, but it also gave us the most iconic performance of said character in the person of Errol Flynn. Join with me as I discuss this legendary movie, as well as give my thoughts on how it connects with that galaxy far, far away...
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George Lucas' space opera masterpiece culminates in a fierce battle to destroy the Death Star before it can blow up the rebel base on the moon Yavin 4. In one of the most pulse-pounding scenes in cinematic history, Luke Skywalker pilots his X-wing in a desperate gamble to reach the thermal reactor shaft in time. Can he make it? Join with me as we discuss what makes this battle an incredible achievement on many levels.
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Have you ever noticed the difference between the acting in old films versus the acting in new films? I believe the difference is due to the rise of what is called "method acting." Beginning in the 1950's with actors such as Marlon Brando, acting changed to become more natural as opposed to the "stagey" style of yore. Join with me as we discuss the history of this modern approach. And trust me: Star Wars is involved.
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Today I ask a simple question: Who is a Star Wars fan? Well, it is my opinion that anyone who loves Star Wars in any way has the right to call himself/herself a fan. Join me as we celebrate a franchise that's big enough for anyone to enjoy.
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First seen in 1983's Return of the Jedi, Force Lightning is a hallmark of the Dark Side and Dark Side users. After failing to convince Luke Skywalker to accept his offers, Emperor Palpatine uses this evil power to torture the young Jedi to death. Of course, this act backfires. Join with me as we discuss this unique and visually compelling use of the Dark Side of the Force.
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John Ford's classic Western Stagecoach, released in 1939, was considered by the great Orson Welles to be a textbook example of filmmaking. The rest of the film community seems to agree with this assessment, as Stagecoach is considered to be one of the most iconic and influential films of all time. Join with me as I celebrate this contribution to cinema as well as discuss the parallels I see between this classic and the Star Wars saga.
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The Battle of Scarif was an event Star Wars fans have known about since 1977. In the opening crawl of the original film, a battle in which rebel spies had stolen the plans to the Death Star was referenced. It wasn't until 2016's Rogue One that we got to see this event play out.. Join with me as we discuss the explosive conclusion of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story.
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With the character of Ahsoka Tano coming from cartoon to live-action in The Mandalorian Season 2, many questions were raised as to her casting. While most fans seem satisfied with the casting of Rosario Dawson, some have wondered why Lucasfilm did not choose to bring Ashley Eckstein, Ahsoka's voice actress, to the role in live-action. Join with me as I give my thoughts on the matter...
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Now that the Star Wars Sequel Trilogy is complete, we can begin to have discussions regarding our favorite film of these new entries. Join with me as I share with you my current favorite, as well as discuss how having the final piece of the puzzle can change our perspectives on the other films in the trilogy.
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A fairly rare Force power, psychometry is the ability to touch an object and sense the history of those who held it previously. While never specifically identified as such, it is my contention that Rey unknowingly exercised this power when she touched Luke's lightsaber in Maz Kanata's castle in The Force Awakens. Join me as I explain further...
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In honor of Throwback Thursday, I'm very pleased to bring you the inaugural episode in a new Thursdays' only series entitled Cinema and Star Wars. On these particular episodes, we'll discuss the influence specific films have had on that galaxy far, far away...
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2005's Revenge of the Sith broke tradition by having a major battle take place at the very beginning of a Star Wars film (The Empire Strikes Back had a battle near the beginning, but not at the beginning.) The Battle of Coruscant is both a space battle and rescue mission, with our heroes Anakin Skywalker and Obi-Wan Kenobi racing against time to rescue the captured Chancellor Palpatine. Join me as we discuss.
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Though she had a small claim to fame prior to Star Wars, Natalie Portman came to international attention with her appearance in The Phantom Menace as Padme Amidala. Since then, her career has taken her all the way to the Academy Awards, winning Best Actress for her performance in Black Swan. If you had told me in 1999 that she would one day win an Oscar, I would have laughed it off as a ridiculous notion. Never have I been happier to be wrong.
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Imagine for a moment you would like to introduce a friend who has never seen a Star Wars film to that galaxy far, far away. The inevitable question that would come up is what order to watch the films in. Let me give you some insights into my preferred order.
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Obi-Wan Kenobi's explanation of the mystical energy field known as "the Force" may be the greatest piece of exposition in film history. Not only is it a concise description of the chief conceit of the Star Wars saga, but it is so simple that anyone of any spiritual persuasion can see the parallels with their own beliefs. Much has been said of the Force, but I thought I would add my own insights into the basics of this simple yet profound concept.
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It has been 15 years since the end of the Star Wars Prequel Trilogy. In that time, the online discourse in regards to the prequels has undergone a drastic change. If one were to go on the internet at any given moment nowadays, one would see a huge degree of positivity where there was, only a few years ago, a huge degree of negativity. So, what changed? Join with me as I share some thoughts.
At the end of Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones, the various plotlines converge of the desert planet Geonosis. Sentenced to death by the Geonosians for sticking their noses where they don't belong, our heroes face off against savage beasts in a public arena. When hope seems to be lost, the Jedi appear en masse to save the day. What follows is the inaugural battle of the Clone Wars. Join me as we discuss this pivotal battle in the Star Wars saga.
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A frequent refrain we've heard over the course of the Sequel Trilogy is "They should do what the fans want!". This is a problematic statement, as every fan has his or her own idea as to how these movies should proceed. Join with me as I discuss some of the dangers of the filmmakers making creative decisions based on voices on the internet.
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The art of film editing should never be taken lightly, as it can make or break a film. Star Wars is no exception to this rule, as disaster was nearly averted by a brilliant second edit spearheaded by Marcia Lucas, Paul Hirsch, and Richard Chew. I've seen a few clips of what the original edit looked like, and I can tell you that Star Wars was literally saved by Marcia Lucas and team.
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First seen in 1983's Return of the Jedi, Mind Probe gives a force-user the ability to read the minds of others. Darth Vader uses this ability on his son during their climactic lightsaber duel on the second Death Star. Later in the saga, we see Kylo Ren use this ability. Join with me as we analyze this Force power.
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In the late 1980's, the Star Wars franchise was losing its foothold in the world of popular culture, a concept that seems strange to us today. All of that changed in 1991 with the beginnings of two new stories in that galaxy far, far away. One of them was Heir to the Empire by Timothy Zahn, and the other was Dark Empire, a comic series published by Dark Horse. Join with me as I share my theory that Palpatine's return in The Rise of Skywalker may have its origins in the pages of those comics.
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Near the end of Episode I: The Phantom Menace, Queen Amidala returns to Naboo to challenge the might of the Trade Federation. After convincing the skeptical Gungans to join her cause, the queen proposes a risky four-pronged attack to liberate the capital city of Theed. Join with me as I break down each element of this battle, as well as provide my feelings on the matter.
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One of the big mysteries in the minds of many a Star Wars fan after seeing The Rise of Skywalker was Palpatine's return. We saw him explode on the way down a shaft at the end of Return of the Jedi, and yet here he is in the flesh (albeit not in the best shape). Join with me as I discuss my feelings on the matter, as well as provide some commentary on the new revelations contained in the novelization of the final film of the Skywalker Saga.
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We have seen many great performances over the course of the Star Wars saga. Today, let me give you my feelings on who gave the best performance in each of the 11 films.
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As we conclude our character catalog of the Sequel Trilogy, let us discuss three villains of the First Order who are often overshadowed by Kylo Ren. General Hux, Supreme Leader Snoke, and Allegiant General Pryde represent three aspects of the sinister First Order, and serve to put a face to an oppressive regime. Join me as we discuss...
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Lucasfilm has just announced a new publishing initiative entitled The High Republic, which is a series of novels and comics set 200 years prior to the events of The Phantom Menace. To me, this is an excellent decision, as this allows the storytellers to explore an era in which nothing has been established in either Canon or Legends. Join with me as I share the details...
Here is the official announcement video from Lucasfilm: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xCat5fXRyyU&feature=emb_logo
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Since The Last Jedi was released in December of 2017, many fans have been debating what level of humor is appropriate in the Star Wars films. Today I would like to tell you why it is extremely important to remember that Star Wars has always been silly and should always be...
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Tomorrow on Disney+, season 7 of The Clone Wars will begin. Join with me as I tell you my journey with this show from annoyed fanboy to Clone Wars lover.
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In The Rise of Skywalker, Rey heals an injured vexis snake beneath the Shifting Mires of Pasaana through the power of the Force. Join with me as we discuss how this new ability plays a part in the evolution of our understanding of the Star Wars saga.
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A common talking point in the Star Wars fandom at the moment is the plan or lack thereof for the Sequel Trilogy. To some, the three films are too disconnected from each other, while others feel that they fit together just fine. Today I would like to discuss how the Original Star Wars Trilogy had no plan and yet made it work to our satisfaction.
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First introduced to us in 2017's The Last Jedi, Rose Tico teams with Finn to go on a crazy mission to recruit a "master code-breaker". As you can imagine, things don't go according to plan. Played with gusto by Kelly Marie Tran, this character in my opinion is a great addition to the Star Wars saga. Join with me as we discuss...
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The Star Wars Saga has given us a boatload of interesting planets and moons over the years. With so many to choose from, let me give you my list of the five planets or moons that I enjoy the most.
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Both the Original and Prequel Trilogies in the Star Wars Saga have particular themes that connect the three films together. Even though the Sequel Trilogy is incomplete, what are the themes that have been presented so far? Join with me as we discuss...
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First introduced to the world in The Empire Strikes Back in 1980, the diminutive Master Yoda quickly became a cultural phenomenon. The influence of this beloved character is still felt to this day. Let us recap the history and portrayal of my second favorite Star Wars character.
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When The Force Awakens was released in December of 2015, it sparked a wave of questions, some of which remain unanswered to this day. With the last film of this new trilogy on the horizon, some of those questions will undoubtedly be answered. Let me share with you three questions I do not need answers to in this final installment of the Sequel Trilogy.
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With The Mandalorian and The Rise of Skywalker on the horizon, there are so many reasons for the Star Wars fans to rejoice. Let's talk about the upcoming projects that will no doubt add much joy to the fandom of that galaxy far, far away...
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With three Star Wars Disney+ streaming shows on the horizon, let's devote this Friday episode of Page Turners They Were Not to what we might or might not see in this future programming. Lucasfilm has an opportunity to expand the palette of their most successful franchise. Will they explore new territory, or will they fall back on the familiar?
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For many a Star Wars fan, the court of Jabba the Hutt is a source of endless joy. The denizens of his palace are grotesque, the punishments are harsh, and the food is disgusting. Despite these drawbacks, what is it about this world that we find so compelling?
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In our continuing catalog of the major Star Wars characters, let us discuss Han Solo. This individual is a favorite of many a fan, but what is it about this smuggler-turned-hero that causes people to gravitate toward him? Let's discuss.
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The moment the character of Rey was revealed in December of 2014, the internet went ablaze with speculation as to the identity of this mysterious scavenger. I was one of those who began to theorize her origins. As the years have gone on, my theories have gone through an evolution that continues to this day. Let me share that with you...
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Over the years, the Star Wars franchise has seen its fair share of marvelous lightsaber duels. But which ones are my favorites? Join with me as we discuss...
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Over the weekend, Disney released a sneak peek of the ninth installment of the Star Wars saga. The footage revealed some interesting images that have the internet in a tizzy. What could this mean for the final chapter in the Skywalker saga. Join with me as we discuss...
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Some young fans like to imagine themselves as Luke Skywalker and Han Solo, or other characters in the Star Wars universe when they play. This was not the case for me and my younger brother; we imagined ourselves as new characters going on new adventures in that galaxy far, far away...
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A man's best friend is his Wookiee, and Han Solo's pal Chewbacca is no exception. Join with me as we discuss the story of this walking carpet, and his place in that galaxy far, far away...
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Can anything good come from the financial failure of Solo? That's the million dollar question. Join me on today's episode of Page Turners They Were Not as we discuss how failure has the potential to become Lucasfilm's greatest teacher.
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This weekend in Anaheim was the annual Disney Expo, where they announce the future of their brands. Star Wars had no shortage of news, with the release of a teaser for The Mandalorian, official confirmation of a Kenobi series, and footage of The Rise of Skywalker. Let me discuss my reactions...
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As soon as this intriguing title hit the screen at Star Wars Celebration Chicago, the question became: "Which Skywalker?" Let me give you my thoughts on who the title may be referring to, as well as explain how it may not be just one character.
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In this continuation of our discussion on authorial intent versus death of the author, let's discuss the importance of understanding the cultural context in which art (Star Wars included) is created.
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Film critic Pauline Kael once said that Yoda looked like a wonton and spoke like a fortune cookie. This is perhaps the most apt description of the diminutive Jedi master that I've yet heard. With that in mind, let me give you five pearls of wisdom shared by my second favorite Star Wars character.
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Fridays on Page Turners They Were Not are reserved for discussions of the Force, or speculation regarding upcoming Star Wars media. Today I would like to confess to you my support of the Reylo theories, as well as give you some random thoughts regarding The Rise of Skywalker.
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Movie posters have become an art form in of themselves. It is also the responsibility of those who make the posters to encapsulate the spirit of the movie in a single image, as well as grab the attention of the viewer. Join me as I give my thoughts on the original theatrical posters of the ten Star Wars films.
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He's been called everything from a great man to a strange old hermit, and goes by either the name Ben or Obi-Wan. Brought to life by the incomparable Alec Guinness, this character has become the archetypal "wise old man" to our generation. Let me give you my thoughts on this individual.
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Within the Star Wars fandom, there have been many recent discussions regarding the redemption of Ben Solo and a possible romance between him and Rey. Though I was initially dismissive of both ideas, the words of many a podcaster have convinced me otherwise. Let me share with you my thoughts...
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In the wake of a week full of tragedy, I think it important to discuss why film has meaning in a world plagued by trouble. Let me give you five reasons why cinema has the power to lift us up to a happier plane.
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First introduced to us in The Force Awakens, Supreme Leader Snoke remains an enigma even though The Last Jedi saw his demise. Does this strange being of unknown origins have a connection with another dead leader? Join me as we discuss a possible link between Emperor Palpatine and the former Supreme Leader of the First Order.
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Many people, including myself, long for the days of those cult fantasy films of the 1980's, especially those featuring lots of strange creatures. In my opinion, Return of the Jedi fits neatly into this lost time, and played a part in making these films a common staple of our childhoods.
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From whiny farmboy to savior of the galaxy, Luke Skywalker has endeared himself to millions of people as the prototypical hero. On this episode of Page Turners They Were Not, let us catalog this character's journey from the sands of Tatooine to the oceans of Ahch-To.
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The Special Editions of the Star Wars Trilogy (and subsequent versions) are closer to the way George Lucas envisioned the films than the theatrical releases. That being said, do the creator's intentions have any bearing on how we view a given work of art? Join with me as we discuss.
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In that crazy galaxy far, far away there are a plethora of great and/or wacky characters for us as fans to fall in love with. Let me give you my top 15 favorite Star Wars characters on this episode of Page Turners They Were Not.
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Today I'd like to discuss my (as well as the public's) feelings towards the man himself, and how those sentiments have evolved over the years. In a career that spans nearly 50 years, George Lucas has experienced his share of both praise and criticism. Let's discuss...
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So much has been said about Star Wars' influence on cinema as a whole that you could fill an entire library. But what of its sequel? What is the effect this marvelous film has had on cinema? Could it also be as influential as its predecessor? Let's talk.
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Let us continue our catalog of the Star Wars characters with Princess Leia Organa of Alderaan, daughter of Anakin Skywalker, sister of Luke, and wife of Han Solo. But she is not defined by her relationships to the male characters in this saga; rather, she is defined by the strength she brings to the cause in which she believes.
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I have been terribly frustrated with the negativity and pessimism that seems to have invaded the Star Wars fandom. While I believe that most fans have enjoyed the new movies, there is a large number of very loud voices with a lack of kind words. Join with me as I give you my feelings on the matter...
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What's in a name? Over the years, the Star Wars saga has built a catalog of interesting titles ranging from the confusing to the ridiculous. Let us now discuss each one and its possible implications on this episode of Page Turners They Were Not.
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In The Rise of Skywalker teaser trailer, everything was on a hopeful note until the final moments, when a familiar laugh rang in our ears. If this suggests what I think it does, how is it possible?
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I just saw an early screening of George Lucas' new movie called Star Wars. It was kind of weird but kind of cool at the same time. I don't know how many people are going to go out and see it, but I think it should be seen by everybody!
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As we continue our catalog of Star Wars characters in order of appearance, let us discuss one of the most if not the most iconic villain in all of cinematic history!
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Perhaps the most frustrating creation in all of cinema, Jar Jar Binks has cemented himself as the poster child of annoying side characters. But is there more to his idiocy than meets the eye? Join with me as we discuss how one Gungan brought down the Galactic Republic.
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Last week, Lucasfilm unveiled information regarding the red stormtroopers known as Sith Troopers which will appear in The Rise of Skywalker. With Kylo Ren claiming to reject the Sith, what could these mysterious soldiers imply for the future of the First Order and indeed the future of Star Wars?
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In 1967, a young USC student released the short film Electronic Labyrinth: THX 1138 4EB, which proved to be a significant step on his long journey to become the leviathan of the film industry he is today. In honor of George Lucas, let's talk about the two theatrical films he made prior to the release of Star Wars.
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Much has been said of the crappy alterations made to the Star Wars Original Trilogy over the years. While I agree that most of the changes have been to the detriment of these classic films, there are a few that I enjoy. Let me share with you which ones...
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This iconic droid, counterpart to the prissy protocol-keeper C-3PO, has saved the day in every episode of the Star Wars Saga. Join me as we discuss this oft-overlooked hero.
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Given its critical and financial success, it would seem that the Star Wars franchise will be with us for a long time. With that in mind, let me give you a list of five directors, plus one runner up, who I would love to see direct films in this beloved saga.
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Chris Taylor's phenomenal book was one of the most compelling things I've ever read. Today I would like to tell you why a sequel would be a fantastic idea!
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In Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, a character named Saw Gerrera made his film debut, played by the brilliant Forest Whitaker. Saw made his first appearance on Star Wars: The Clone Wars, which is an animated show. Let's talk about times when it was rumored that other animated characters in the Star Wars universe would be making a transition to live-action. Did these rumors hold water? Let's discuss.
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In honor of this 4th of July, let me share with you my favorite films of all time. Though not completely devoted to Star Wars, several films in the franchise may appear on my list. Tune in to find out which ones!
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Now that I've finished discussing the planets of the Star Wars films, I would like to begin cataloging the major characters in order of appearance. With that said, let us begin with "Goldenrod" himself.
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With "The Mandalorian" and "The Rise of Skywalker" on the horizon, let's take this time to get excited about all the new Star Wars content heading our way, with particular emphasis on the Benioff and Weiss Trilogy.
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With The Rise of Skywalker on the horizon, I'm beginning to wonder if Kylo Ren and Rey will end up as a couple. This got me thinking about how love has played a pivotal role in shaping the Star Wars galaxy, for both good and ill.
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For the 20th Anniversary of Star Wars in 1997, special editions of each film of the original trilogy were released in theaters. Though this was generally met with much enthusiasm, there was some consternation in regards to the changes made to the films. Let me share with you my thoughts on these new releases, and the subsequent changes made to the DVD editions.
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In this concluding episode of our catalog of the planets of the Star Wars films (at least for the time being), we discuss the sandy world of Savareen. Tobias Beckett and Han Solo have brought the unrefined coaxium to be refined so that they may present it to Dryden Vos and regain his favor. But things don't go exactly as planned...
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At the time of the release of Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, Peter Cushing had been dead for more than 20 years. Instead of recasting the character of Governor Tarkin, Lucasfilm decided to digitally recreate the original actor. Was this a good idea? Let me share with you my thoughts.
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Throughout the Star Wars films, Anakin Skywalker/Darth Vader has been brought to life by the talents of nine actors. In honor of these gentlemen, let us celebrate the contributions they have made in the creation of one of the most iconic characters of all time.
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Because I was too young to have experienced the Kenner Star Wars action figures, my childhood as a fan was dominated by the Micro Machines line of Star Wars toys. I still have them, and it's wonderful to see my nephews and niece experiencing the same joy with these toys that I did in the 1990's.
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In Star Wars, C-3PO mentions the spice mines of Kessel. That was in 1977. It was not until Solo: A Star Wars Story in 2018 that we actually got to see this infamous world. Let's now discuss what happened there, and whether I would like to call this planet home.
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Yesterday, I heard a fan say that Anakin should not have been redeemed in Return of the Jedi. I completely disagree with this position, and therefore I've decided to take this opportunity to explain my feelings on this matter.
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In 1997, the American Film Institute (AFI) made a list of what they considered the 100 Greatest American Movies. Star Wars placed 15th. In 2007, the AFI released a 10th Anniversary list which placed Star Wars at number 13. I had assumed they would do a 20th Anniversary list in 2017, but they did not, which left me a bit surprised. So for today's episode, let us imagine where Star Wars would place if they were to release a new list.
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Have you ever wondered how the Galactic Empire, a mechanized superpower, could be defeated by a ragtag group of rebels and their teddy bear cohorts? The answer may lie with the Emperor himself, and his knowledge of the Force.
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In Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace, we are presented with two major questions in regards to the Sith. One, why do the Sith choose to reveal themselves at that particular time; and two, how does Yoda know that there are only two Sith Lords at a time?
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After Han Solo and Chewbacca joined Tobias Beckett and his crew, they traveled to the snowy world of Vandor to steal a shipment of coaxium from the Empire. Of course, this leads to an interesting series of events to say the least.
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A new canon Star Wars novel gives us the prophecy of the Chosen One in exact detail. How does this new bit of information further enhance our understanding of Anakin Skywalker's role in that galaxy far, far away...
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I've been watching the Star Wars movies for so long that I don't remember my first time. There are, however, two moments from the original trilogy that really caught my attention, and caused my childhood imagination to go wild.
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In The Force Awakens, Supreme Leader Snoke calls Kylo "Master of the Knights of Ren." Who are these mysterious warriors? Are they the same as those other students who followed Ben Solo after his rebellion? Let's discuss.
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Some fans have been asking for a Solo 2. I think it would be an interesting idea to explore, but I'm not sure if Disney and Lucasfilm would be willing to take the risk. Let's talk about some possible alternatives...
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Corellia is a world mentioned as far back as 1977 in the original Star Wars. It wasn't until 41 years later that we got our first glimpse of this planet.
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Let me share with you six actors and six actresses I would love to see in that galaxy far, far away...
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Sometimes we act as though the artists behind our favorite franchises owe us something. This has unfortunately lead to a culture of what I'm calling "fan-titlement". Let's discuss what to do about this twisted worldview.
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Let me share with you my feelings on the possible redemption of Ben Solo in the next chapter of the Star Wars Saga. And let's throw in a bit of "ReyLo" for good measure...
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In 1977, George Lucas introduced us to a spirituality that is so simple yet so profound. Let me tell you how my own faith connects to the energy field known as the Force.
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Let's talk about BioWare's brilliant entry in the Star Wars pantheon that is 2003's Knights of the Old Republic, and Obsidian's magnificent follow-up The Sith Lords.
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Let us discuss the planet where the flame of hope for the galaxy was almost extinguished. It was on this barren world that the Resistance made a brave stand against the might of Supreme Leader Kylo Ren and his First Order.
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Dan and Dave, the guys behind Game of Thrones, are working on a Star Wars trilogy. Some fans did not like the last season of GoT, and are concerned that Dan and Dave might make a similarly disappointing Star Wars saga. Let me give you my thoughts as to why these two gentlemen should be allowed to continue their project set in a galaxy far, far away...
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Has it really been 20 years!?! Yes. Let me tell you of my personal journey with this addition to the Star Wars Saga.
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In honor of the publication of Ken Napzok's new book "Why We Love Star Wars", allow me to present four moments from the new Star Wars movies that appeal to me.
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Let's talk about the desert world of Cantonica, known primarily for its capital city of Canto Bight. What secrets lurk beneath the surface of its glossy facade?
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Some people are concerned with the supposed lack of cohesion between The Force Awakens and The Last Jedi. I do not believe that such a problem exists, but join me and we'll discuss why.
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Let's celebrate the great female characters of that galaxy far, far away...
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The title of Episode IX has caused much debate among the fans. Let's talk about what the title could mean for the final installment of the Skywalker Saga.
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Join us as we pay our respects to the gentle giant of a man who brought our favorite walking carpet to life.
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Luke Skywalker went looking for the First Jedi Temple following Ben Solo's betrayal. He found what he was searching for on a forgotten watery world...
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Join me as we discuss why our favorite desert scavenger seems so powerful despite her lack of formal training.
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On today's Mynock Monday, let's talk about the happiness and joy that Star Wars Celebration Chicago brought to the fandom of that galaxy far, far away...
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In honor of this most beloved holiday, I'd like to share with you my ranking of the Star Wars films!
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Let's talk about the world where it all began, the place that set off a chain of events that changed the galaxy forever.
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So, we heard a familiar laugh and the end of the Episode IX teaser trailer. What could it mean? For that matter, what does the title "The Rise of Skywalker" refer to anyway?
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It's here, and it's a doozy!
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As we celebrate the opening of Star Wars Celebration in Chicago, let's cast our minds back to the days before the release of The Force Awakens; those wonderful days of unbridled imagination.
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Arguably the place where it all began, Eadu is a world of jagged rocks and torrential rain. In other words, the perfect place for an Imperial installation.
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Before you think I've lost my mind, let me explain: I don't believe that every change George Lucas made to the Star Wars Original Trilogy was to the detriment of those films.
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36 years ago, the Star Wars Trilogy concluded with Return of the Jedi. It could be argued that this chapter in the saga contains the greatest special effects of any movie ever made.
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Let's talk about one of my favorite characters of the Star Wars Saga: The man who started it all, the humble senator from Naboo himself, Palpatine!
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As a kid with a very active imagination, I had some thoughts on what had happened before the events of the Original Star Wars Trilogy. Many people were on a similar wavelength: what were the events that led to the story we all know and love? Were we right or were we wrong? Let's find out. If you like this episode, please check out my podcast page at: https://www.podomatic.com/podcasts/pageturnerstheywerenot
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In Rogue One: A Star Wars Story, we are introduced to the desert moon of Jedha, a world rich with kyber, crystals that are used to power lightsabers and other weapons.
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Join me as we discuss how each Star Wars Trilogy has dealt with the political situation of that galaxy far, far away...
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In recent years, more and more people are admitting to their love of the Star Wars Prequel Trilogy. Let's discuss why that is, and why I count myself among them.
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