Cantina Cast: Star Wars Podcast

Why Anakin STILL Needs to Teach Ahsoka | The Lesson Isn't Over Why has Anakin Skywalker returned as Ahsoka Tano's Master...and what does he still need to teach his former Padawan? Anakin's return in Ahsoka gave us one of the most important moments in their relationship: "Live…or die." But what if that wasn't the end of Anakin's lesson? Albert and Chris take a deep dive into Anakin and Ahsoka's rel...

A forgotten piece of Lucasfilm history… and 30 minutes of RAW Return of the Jedi footage! Albert & Chris go back to the early 1980s to explore EditDroid , the groundbreaking nonlinear editing system developed by Lucasfilm that helped point the way toward the future of digital film editing. We'll also be dig into roughly 30 minutes of raw Return of the Jedi footage discovered on a LaserDisc associa...

It's happening! STAR WARS: EPISODE X is taking shape and the Skywalker Saga may not be over after all. Albert, Chris, and Kirsty are LIVE tonight to break down the huge reports surrounding the next chapter of Star Wars on the big screen. Jon Watts, director of the Tom Holland Spider-Man trilogy and co-creator of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew, is attached to direct the first film in Simon Kinberg's new...

Albert & Chris round out the original trilogy "Fix It or Order 66?" series of episodes with Return of the Jedi! What became of the "Lost Rebels"? What was Jerjerrod's conflict? And would Luke assembling his lightsaber on Tatooine have changed the build up and final lightsaber reveal? The guys answer all this and more this week's Patreon preview episode! Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (...

Heading to Star Wars Celebration 2027 in Los Angeles and hoping to score autographs or photo ops with your favorite Star Wars celebrities? We've got you covered! Albert, Chris, and our SWC Crew return for Road to Celebration 2027, Part 4: Autos and Photos, breaking down the latest Star Wars celebrities announced for Celebration 2027 and everything you need to know about getting autographs and taki...

Albert & Chris keep the original trilogy "Fix It or Order 66" going by analyzing all of the deleted scenes from The Empire Strikes Back next! Join the guys as they decide whether to keep (fix it) or kill (Order 66 it) these scenes and what they'd change if anything in this Patreon Preview! Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your...

Back by popular demand, it's "Fix It...Or Order 66 It?" Join Albert & Chris in this Patreon Preview as they discuss and analyze the deleted scenes from A New Hope and weigh in on whether they should have stayed on the cutting room floor or not! Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina...

We (well, Chris, anyway) spent TWO DAYS inside the Lucas Museum….original Star Wars costumes, an N-1 Starfighter, incredible art, exclusive merch, the Skywalker Grill…and one frustrating surprise. Here's what you need to know before visiting. Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina C...

Is Darth Vader really the future of Star Wars or is it finally time for someone new to become the face of the galaxy? With Hayden Christensen returning as Anakin Skywalker in Ahsoka Season 2, Albert and Kirsty ask what his resurgence means for the future of Star Wars. Should Anakin remain at the center of Star Wars and serve as a bridge for the next generation of fans or finally make room for some...

Albert & Chris finish out the Galaxy's Edge: Echoes of the Empire series with a full breakdown of issues 4 & 5 in this Patreon Preview. Han returns to the team after Return of the Jedi with a cameo from Hondo Ohnaka while Luke & Leia finally reveal what the ancient Force relic actually is! Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your...

Albert & Chris return for a Patreon Preview of back-to-back episodes to finish out Echoes of the Empire written by Ethan Sacks. First up, is "Shadow of Batuu" showcasing Leia & Chewie followed by "The Battle for Black Spire" with Luke joining into the mix as they try recover an ancient relic strong in the Force before Vader does! Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTo...

The Waystation returns tonight to get you caught up on all the latest Star Wars news and rumors! Join Albert, Chris, and Kirsty as they discuss Zero Company, the Spectres heading to SWC2027, Smugglers Gambit, Mando/Grogu physical media release, the Lego Executor, and more!  Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) @darkknightrebel Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat you...

Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) @darkknightrebel Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube:  Cantina Cast Email:  hellothere@cantinacast.com Follow us on BlueSky:  The Cantina Cast Follow us...

We've all seen the footage, right? No? Well, don't worry, as Albert & Chris have you covered in this Patreon (Preview) Exclusive episode! The guys will be looking at all the details from the D23 "teaser" footage shown and provide their analysis and reckless speculation! Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Tow...

After spending the weekend firsthand at D23 this year, Chris returns to show to help breakdown all the Star Wars news and announcements! The guys will be talking the latest on Ahsoka Season 2, Starfighter, Star Wars Eclipse, Star Wars: The Experience, and more! Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon...

The fall of Kylo Ren starts NOW as Charles Soule returns to complete the "Kylo Ren Trilogy". Join Albert as he breaks down all the events in this first issue which is off to a great start...again! Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www...

Join Albert & Chris as they prepare you for The Ninth Jedi series dropping on August 5th! What do you need to know? What can we expect based on the trailer? All this and more in one of our favorite show formats....The Final Hype! Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina C...

Uncle Traveling Chris has returned from San Diego Comic Con 2026 and the guys are here to discuss it all! They'll be talking all the big announcements, panels, the Lucasfilm museum, and what that first experience was like for Chris! Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantin...

Join Albert & Chris as they wrap up this series in this Patreon Preview Exclusive! Captain Lawson and Two-Boots unravel the treachery inside their department! What will happen if they collide with Maul as he launches his campaign of terror? Will Janix fall to the darkness of corruption and crime? Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - e...

Star Wars: Legacy drops on July 28th and Albert provides his spoiler-free sneak peek in two parts. Part one is for anyone who wants a high level sneak peek going into this one knowing it's Rey, it's Leia, it's after The Last Jedi, and that's about it. Part two is for anyone who wants a little more, but still spoiler-free, and a breakdown of the official synopsis. Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.c...

In this final public episode of The Mandalorian and Grogu coverage, Albert & Chris take a look back and spotlight the heroes and hermit of the movie, Ward, Hugo, Zeb, Gatori, and the of course, the Anzellans! Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeeP...

Albert & Chris round the corner on their The Mandalorian and Grogu coverage shifting focus to the "bad guys" of the film. Join the guys as they talk Hutts, hunters, and the what remains of the Empire. Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic St...

Albert & Chris begin their breakdown and discussion of Star Wars Galaxy's Edge: Echoes of the Empire in this week's Patreon Preview! As Rey searches for a powerful artifact from the High Republic era, her journey takes her to Black Spire Outpost where Vader once visited in search of the same thing! Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 -...

Albert & Chris celebrate 666 episodes and Father's Day 2026 with a character spotlight on the big "baddy daddy" himself, Sheev Palpatine. The guys commemorate his rise to power, his relationships with Anakin, Dathan, Rey, Ben Solo, and much more!  Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cant...

During an annual run of the "Star Gauntlet", Janix's local podrace event, Lawson and Rheena uncover a triple cross that could result in a financial shift of power - but who's behind it? Join Albert & Chris in this Patreon Preview breakdown of issue #4 of Shadow of Maul, "Blood Gamble". Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your hea...