Force Friends Rewatch

Episode Notes You know if you think about it, Obi-Wan Kenobi took a pretty long hiatus too…Either way we’re back! Andy and Ryan discuss one of the earliest episodes in the Clone Wars Chronology “Trespass”. On this episode: What did we miss? Mando Season 3 could have been great! Some segments of the fandom are weirder than others Luke Skywalker’s dehydration kink A rare necessity for Mon Mothma Mor...

Episode Notes We’ve got Dooku and Jar Jar and Hondo and Clones as we get jump back into Clone Wars as a part of our Obi Wan Kenobi deep dive. Andy and Ryan discuss some small but special comic con events and being who you need to be to make sure old ladies have a good time. On this episode: Old Shitty Astromechs Somedays you’re just Wedge The unforeseen explosion of Honda Ohnaka Don’t skip Jar Jar...

Episode Notes Andy is joined by Gerry the Canon Junkie from T he Bombadcast to discuss the first real appearance of Obi Wan in the Star Wars TV universe with S1:E4 of The Clone Wars: Destroy Malevolence. On this episode: The religious trauma of Obi Wan The spirit of the law at liberty university From a certain point of view, obi is a liar Schlorp up a space ship! Got that Star Wars cheese! Don’t s...

Episode Notes Obi Wan Rewatch: Our Obi Origins It’s a new era in Rewatch World! Ryan and Andy are doing their best Inquisitor impressions as they hunt down Obi Wan Kenobi throughout the Star Wars television universe. Listen as the team talk about their history and feelings on this hunky wizard turned bastard hermit. On this episode: We’re thankful for our Star Wars Friends! The best kind of teache...

Episode Notes Ryan and Andy go in depth into Rebels S3E5: Hera’s Heroes. This is the last time we hear from the Twi’lek home planet in canon, and it has truly been too long. The Force Friends discuss where Cham and Ryloth can fit in the current Star Wars era before announcing the next phase of Force Friends Rewatch.  On this episode: You gotta risk it, for the T-Statue Thrawn’s REAL reintroduction...

Episode Notes Andy and Ryan remind themselves how much they love Rebels with Season 2 Episode 16: Homecoming. It’s (debatably) a top 10 episode of the series and comes chock-a-block with some cool ships (a staple of any force friend’s favorite episode!) On this episode:  Megachurches of Mandalore Jude Law and Alec Guinness both playing babies Maz Kansas Bowl-a-rama Hera’s “Philly” comes out Rebel’...

Episode Notes The force friends have long been the tough twinks of television, but now they’re the bad bois of books! Andy and Ryan are joined by Charles of Gold Squadron Gays to discuss Lords of the Sith by Paul S Kemp. This book was one of the first new canon things before new canon was a thing. And it’s on Ryloth, so here we go! Ryan wants to kill R2 Canon should not be a shackle Palpatine and...

Episode Notes Ryan and Andy make their epic return just in time to adapt their now famous breakfast spaghetti social media feud for the podcast audience. They are joined by special guest Jamm the Jedi from the HoloNet Marauders to crack into Bad Batch episodes 11 & 12: “Devil’s Deal” and “Rescue on Ryloth”. -Certified breakfast spaghetti freak -7 days a week -Howzer can take Jamm to church -Ch...

Episode Notes Mace Windu is here to bring liberty to Ryloth in the Clone Wars episode Liberty on Ryloth. Andy and Ryan discuss Cham Syndulla, Mace Windu powers, battle droids and more in their continuation of the deep dive into canon Twi’lek stories. On this Episode Everyone has the best interests of Ryloth at heart big suspicious wink Don’t skip Season 1! Mace Windu Apologist Hour! Shatterpoint e...

Episode Notes On a very special episode of the pod, Andy is joined by guest host Bekahsoka, as well as the author of the new Star Wars novel “Queen’s Hope”, E.K. Johnston! On this episode: Magnifying Glasses and Star Wars Mags How much Padme means to us Breaking up is hard to do! Celebrating prequel matriarchs Balancing Anakin and Vader Introducing Trans and Gender-Fluid characters An oddly comfor...

Episode Notes We celebrate 50 episodes of Force Friends Rewatch by sharing 50 super cool, super fun things from Star Wars television shows! Find out what you’re missing out on by skipping these tremendous pieces of the canon! Did your favorite character make the list? Or did they get snubbed for an incredibly obscure Clone Wars scene? Listen to find out! We're a part of the Where They May Radio po...

Episode Notes Ryan and Andy continue their twi’lek takeover of the pod with the help of frequent and wonderful guest Bekahsoka ! The crew discusses Innocents of Ryloth and some hot takes on E.K. Johnston’s new book “Queen’s Hope”. On this episode: Who’s ready for Celebration? The convenience of big space cats I say wooder, you say it wrong Everyone contributes in Clone Wars! The duality of Anakin ...

Episode Notes We return to The Clone Wars to discuss Storm over Ryloth, the best chairs in the galaxy, and the difference between annoying children and bad characters. On this episode: The dark side has back support Ryan: the shrewd auction boy Marg Sabl maneuver! Who among us hasn’t killed our pilots? Ahsoka is as annoying as any 12 year old Batman discourse has entered the chat Game of Thrones d...

Episode Notes Our first look at Ryloth in Star Wars canon take us to Clone Wars for some Binks hijinx! Jar Jar and Bail Organa go on a supply run to help our good buddy Cham Syndulla!  On this episode: The MOST respect for Ahmed Best Who invited the Trade Federation? Wait you haven’t read Labyrinth of Evil??? George takes back control Don’t skip Jar Jar! Bail Organa appreciation hours Honesty abou...

Episode Notes New Year, New Season! In appreciation of Hera Syndulla every Twilek, we’re seeking out all the Star Wars stories that take us to their home planet of Ryloth. We’re so excited to cover these episodes (and maybe a book?!) and hope you’ll join us for the ride! On this episode: How do you pronounce “Twilek”? Shado Vao is very hot Waiting for Cham to Fail Clothes for girls and lewks for b...

Episode Notes We’re joined by guest Charlie Gavin to share our favorite music written about the Star Wars Universe. Some songs are by fans, some are technically canon, but they are all a ton of fun. Thanks so much to our special guest! You can follow Charlie on twitter @charliepgavin and on instagram @charliepgavin_art . Songs from this Episode: We're a part of the Where They May Radio patreon! Co...

Episode Notes The Force Friends get all uwu as they cover the “Cute Episodes” of Star Wars Visions. Joining them is Where They PlayMayte Ronnie from Ending Pending!  On this episode: Some truly awful dad jokes Unplayable Star Wars Games Lean into the Jedi Fascism’s Effects on Families Some very fun ships! Make the Robot a Boy! Or Vice Versa! Astro Boy/Megaman/Pinocchio  BB-8 IS Star Wars You can f...

Episode Notes The Force Friends continue their journey through Star Wars: Visions. This time they take a look at the Dark Side episodes as they discuss sexy Sith, excellent voice casts, and the huge disparity of Black force users. On this episode: An insult to Ventress Recycle ALL the Sith! The Luke student to umbrella lady pipeline Cowboy bad man Sexy Chief Hopper Jedi A Very Metal Battle Finn th...

Episode Notes Before we embark on Season 3 of our show, we are taking a look at the recently released Star Wars: Visions. Andy is joined by streamer/cosplayer/anime fan Vic ( @viciousfrockery ) to discuss the three “Light Side” episodes of Visions: “The Twins”, “The Ninth Jedi”, and “The Village Bride”. On this episode: Moist Sarlacc discourse Loving gay Luke Mustard on the Mando Sleeping Bags 4 Q...

Episode Notes We cover the season 2 finale of The Mandalorian, and with that, have officially covered all of the Mandalorian television content available to date! Thank you for following along with us on this very educational journey! On this episode: Best baristas in the galaxy Star Wars Halloween is the best Halloween The Force Friends…stand divided! Luke? Why did it have to be Luke? Mark Hamill...

Episode Notes In the Weeds with Gerry What happens when Andy invites Gerry from the Bombadcast to discuss The Mandalorian? They almost forget to discuss The Mandalorian. These two Star Wars stans go deep and get deep about their experiences with the prequels, fandom, and Chapter 15: The Believer. On this episode: Dega-BOO! Taco Bell Indoctrination Build Your Own Fandom! Celebration Hopes and Dream...

Episode Notes The Force Friends bring the comedy to “The Tragedy” as they discuss Chapter 14 of The Mandalorian. Grogu pulls an ET and needs to phone home while an old friend of the franchise returns to claim his outfit. On this episode: Deep Cut Star Wars Games Transphobe Phone Tree Time doesn’t mean anything in Star Wars A Boba Fett for the rest of us! Dengar has had it the roughest Maim this da...

Episode Notes The Force Friends enjoy some western-samurai fusion by watching Chapter 13: The Jedi. We also have a nice tall glass of Pink Milk as Mark (from Pink Milk) joins us! On this episode: Palpatine is super scary Sweet Suncoast Finds Picard is the bald one! Ahsoka hates attachments Not a chick fight Battlefront 2 pro strats Proud Dad Din His name’s not Minch?! Luke is SO obvious Grogu AP C...

Episode Notes The Force Friends are riding s̶o̶l̶o̶ duo to cover Mandalorian Chapter 12: The Siege. Mando is always all killer no filler, except when it’s just a tiny bit filler. But even then, it’s still an enjoyable romp through space. On this episode: Bad Batch breakdown Shipping Clone bois Mando takes a vacation! Snoke in a tube?! Gideon the poser Galactic Trade Routes 101 Not sheriffs as in c...

Episode Notes The Mandalorian finds exactly what he’s been looking for…more Mandalorians? And they take off their helmets? Someone needs to explain! Here to explain is Mollie Damon from Star Wars Explained ! On this episode: None of us saw Jar Jar coming The Missing Chunks of Bo-Katan Thirsty for the Darksaber This is the…taste of your own medicine Loud Knife Flick Action! Bo-Katan said Gozanti! C...