Idiot's Array: A Star Wars Podcast

Mark Sutter has vanished, but Alan and Ryder are here to discuss each of their four favorite lightsaber battles from all of  Star Wars.  Mark was even able to get a transmission through before all communications were cut off, so Alan and Ryder will discuss his also. Top 5 lists are easy. Top 4 lists require thought and heartache. We would be honored if you would join us! Contact us! Twitter: @idio...

On Episode 84, Alan, Mark, and Ryder re-visit  The Phantom Menace  on its 20th anniversary.   Where and when did we see The Phantom Menace  for the first time? What are some of our favorite memories from seeing it? Did we have a favorite scene? And what memories do we have of the marketing and merchandise? We would love you to join us! We have not doubt of that.  Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarrayp...

Alan and Ryder are live at Fan X as they explore Chewbacca's journey through the Star Wars saga, from the tragedy and heartbreak of losing his family to becoming a rebel hero. How did the battle of Kashyyyk during the Clone Wars shape Chewie's character and outlook on the galaxy? What made his bond with Han Solo so unique? How did Han's death affect Chewbacca's goals in the sequel trilogy?   And i...

On Episode 83, Alan, Mark, and Ryder discuss their Mt. Rushmore of characters from the different areas of  Star Wars.  Who will we pick as our favorites from the original trilogy, prequels, sequel trilogy, books/comics, animation, and  Star Wars stories? And at the end we will try to guess each other's overall top four favorite characters from all of  Star Wars . We'd love you to play along at hom...

Mark returns to join Alan and Ryder as we discuss the confrontation between Luke Skywalker and Kylo Ren on Crait, what led up to it, and the aftermath.  What did Luke mean during his final conversation with Leia?  Did Leia and C-3PO realize that Luke wasn't really on Crait?  What did Luke add to his own legend?  How tortuous was the outcome for Kylo Ren?  In this scene, did Luke truly become the J...

In episode 81, Mark Sutter has vanished, but Alan and Ryder fight on. They discuss the epic battle scene in Snoke's throne room, what led to it, and what happened in the aftermath.  What parallels are there with the throne room scene from  ROTJ ? If Kylo Ren is the First Order's supreme leader, what kind of responsibility will that add?  Did Kylo blow his only chance to join Rey and the resistance...

In this episode, Alan, Mark, and Ryder discuss what part faith and self-confidence play in using the Force. From Luke Skywalker failing to lift his X-wing out of the Dagobah swamp to Rey mind tricking a stormtrooper, faith in the Force and oneself seems to be crucial.  In what other instances do we see faith play a part?  What part does urgency play?  What about faith in other characters and not j...

On episode 79, Alan, Mark, and Ryder discuss Rey's vision in the cave on Ahch-To in  The Last Jedi.  What did she discover about herself and did it open a Force portal within her?  How does Rey's experience in the cave compare to Luke Skywalker's in  The Empire Strikes Back.  After Rey's time in the cave, why did she go to Kylo Ren first and not Luke?  Why is it so important to face our greatest f...

In this episode, Alan, Mark, and Ryder continue their discussion on empathy in  Star Wars by examining  The Force Awakens, The Last Jedi, Rogue One,  and Ahsoka.  Was Ahsoka the template for what the Jedi should have been? (per Dave Hackerson's email) Did Rey have empathy for Kylo Ren or just saw him as a potential tool to help the Resistance?  Was it empathy that kept Kylo Ren from killing Leia? ...

On Episode 77, Alan, Mark, and Ryder discuss  empathy in Star Wars . Were Qui-Gon, Padme, Leia, Luke, Darth Vader and others actually empathetic or was there some selfishness involved?  Was empathy the Jedi way, and should it have been?  Are there instances when empathy from one character holds another back?  Why didn't Obi-Wan kill Anakin on Mustafar?  We discuss these topics and much more on par...

Ryder is joined by his son Ranger as they go down memory hyperspace lane and talk about seeing  The Force Awakens teaser trailer for the first time in 2014.  What do we remember from that day?  What were our initial reactions?  What was our favorite scene from the teaser trailer?  Also, Ryder gets emotional.  Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypo...

He's searching for his, uh, I don't know if he said tribe or family. Families and family-type units (traditional and otherwise) are very important in  Star Wars and in real life. Alan, Mark, and Ryder discuss examples of  Star Wars families and what makes them so vital to overcoming and defeating evil. Are there any examples of families that exist in the Sith, Empire, or First Order? If so, were t...

Keep your concentration here and now, where it belongs.  On this episode Alan, Mark, and Ryder start by discussing some recent  Star Wars news: Chuck Wendig gets fired, more details on The Mandalorian , and  Resistance premiers.  For our main topic we discuss why Qui-Gon Jinn and Yoda think it is so important to stay in the present. How does looking to the past or future negatively affect characte...

What do you see? Balance. An energy. The Force. In this episode Alan, Mark, and Ryder discuss the balance in the Force. Does the Force correct itself to keep balanced between dark and light? What influence does it have on Force users? Is the Force most interested in being balanced and not necessarily good and evil? Join us as we take a deep dive into the true nature of the Force.  Contact us! Twit...

We are live from Fan X 2018 in Salt Lake City as we discuss Yoda throughout the  Star Wars  saga! -Was Yoda to blame for the Jedi Order's downfall?  -What did Yoda learn during his exile on Dagobah?  -How pivotal was Yoda's role in  The Clone Wars and  Star Wars Rebels?  -How did Yoda save the Jedi Order in  The Last Jedi ?  We discuss these questions and much, much more! We would be honored if yo...

We laughed, we cried, and Alan almost died on Episode 73 of Idiot's Array. Alan, Mark, and Ryder start this episode by discussing the new Star Wars: Resistance trailer. What did we like and what are we looking forward to?  Then the show goes out of bounds as we talk about many of our listeners responses to #StarWarsASportsMovie. Also, Ryder does his best to ruin the show with an Admiral Piett disc...

Alan, Mark, and Ryder begin the show by discussing the Episode IX casting announcement. What are we most excited about? What surprised us the most?  For our main topic we discuss the  Star Wars theme that anybody can become somebody.  -Why do we love this storytelling theme so much in  Star Wars ?  -What makes for a better story: a character who puts themselves in the underdog situation or someone...

Hello, Master. It's been a while. On this episode Alan, Mark, and Ryder discuss the exciting announcements from San Diego Comic Con:  -The return of  The Clone Wars - Master and Apprentice by Claudia Gray - Queen's Shadow by EK Johnston -New  Star Wars  Comics We also discuss some of the recent comics and whatever else comes to our minds. We have a good feeling about this!  Contact us! Twitter: @i...

In this episode Alan, Mark, and Ryder discuss Han Solo's cynicism. Why did Han Solo become so cynical between  Solo  and  A New Hope?  Was his cynicism a defense mechanism that helped him survive?  What changed between  A New Hope and  The Force Awakens  to allow Han to believe in the Force and become less cynical?  Why do some characters Star Wars  become cynical and others don't?  Also, Alan and...

In Episode 69 Alan, Mark, and Ryder continue their examination of the themes of  Solo  by discussing how a character's past affects their future.  In  Solo, did Han overcome his past? What is his past? And what about in  A New Hope?  Why is it so difficult for a character to overcome their past?  Is it harder for a character to overcome a self-inflicted past or one caused by others or events?  Did...

In this episode, Alan and Ryder are inspired by Solo  and discuss the reluctant heroes of  Star Wars.  What makes a good reluctant hero? Why is it so hard to be the hero? Who are some of the less obvious reluctant heroes in  Star Wars ? Also, Alan teases some of his song lyrics and Ryder pays his wife the ultimate compliment. All of this and much, much more. Mark is missing, but Alan and Ryder hol...

WARNING: Assume that this episode has SPOILERS and you will never be disappointed.  In this episode Alan, Mark, and Ryder discuss  SOLO: A Star Wars Story.  We start by discussing our overall thoughts and feelings about  Solo before getting into specifics about the movie.  Did the story blend well with the original trilogy and  The Force Awakens ? What were some of our favorite themes and callback...

In this Quickdeal, Mark and Ryder get you ready for Solo by discussing their plans for seeing the movie this weekend. Then they talk about the recent  Star Wars  Celebration announcement. Finally, they talk about Mark's recent live tweet threads.  Mind if we deal you in?  Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarra...

Jedi Zaugg is flying solo on this Quickdeal as he gives his spoiler-free review of  Solo: A Star Wars Story.  Check it out as you get ready to see  Solo  this weekend!  Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarraypodcast   www.makingstarwars.net  

Idiot's Array is excited to announce our new Quickdeal Episodes! Listen now for more details. We'd love to deal you in.  Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarraypodcast   www.makingstarwars.net