The Moisture Farm Report

Oh the weather outside is frightful, but the insides of this tauntaun are so delightful... This week Adam and James embrace the spirit of Christmas to dive into the most festive of Star Wars holidays! From Life Day on Kashyyyk to Alderaan's Winter's Heart Festival, wrap up warm and sink deep into a world of family togetherness, gifting and roast beasts! Come chat Star Wars with us on Twitt...

Star Wars villains have objectively great names: Darth Vader, General Grievous, Kylo Ren. But this week, Adam and James tell the wild tale of an 80s comic villain known by the mundane name of Flint. From aspiring Sith apprentice to tyrant out for Luke Skywalker's blood, this story is the epitomy of the OG Expanded Universe. Come chat Star Wars with us on Twitter and Instagram  ⁠@MoistureFarmRe...

From the philosophy of the Force to the mysteries of the Whills, the Star Wars galaxy is made from an intricate web of mythology. But what about the myths and legends that influenced its creators? This week Adam and James dive into the worlds of King Arthur, Odysseus and Norse folklore to better understand the making of Star Wars. Come chat Star Wars with us on Twitter and Instagram  ⁠@MoistureFar...

When General Grievous attacked Mother Talzin and the Nightsisters during the Clone Wars, it saw the end of Dathomir's great order of Force-wielding witches. But what if the Nightsisters won that battle? Could they have stood against the wrath of Darth Sidious? Become a force for the Jedi to reckon with? Or would they have hidden themselves away from the gaze of the galaxy? Come chat Star Wars...

When the Purrgils first debuted in Star Wars: Rebels , the idea of space-dwelling star-whales was mindblowing. But Purrgils are far from the only creatures to live out amongst the stars. This week Adam and James dive into what else calls the vacuum of space home – from the space slugs and mynocks of The Empire Strikes Back , to cosmic locusts in The High Republic , to one ruddy great wasp. Fire up...

When Count Dooku escaped the Jedi in Attack of the Clones , he got away with more than just his life – he also took the plans for the infamous Death Star away to keep them safe with Darth Sidious. But what if the Separatists kept hold of the Death Star plans, and used them to menace the Republic? This week Adam and James explore an alternate prequel trilogy timelines, where Dooku questions his com...

He's one of the most compelling villains in all of Star Wars , respected by Palpatine and Darth Vader, feared by the New Republic... and somehow he only appeared in live action this year. This week, Adam and James take a dive into the backstory of the inimitable Grand Admiral Thrawn, exploring how he rose to power in the old Expanded Universe and how that differs in the new canon timeline. Com...

Clamber into the nearest Purrgil's mouth and hold on tight to your turtle friends, because we're off to another galaxy to review Ahsoka Season 1! This week Adam and James discuss their thoughts on the show, from Ahsoka and Sabine's unique Jedi partnership, to the return of Grand Admiral Thrawn, to where exactly Baylan Skoll's character arc disappeared to. Consult your ancient star...

Who's ready to bathe in the Living Waters of Podcastland? This week Adam and James review Season 3 of The Mandalorian and ask the burning questions from the quest to retake Mandalore. Is Moff Gideon really gone for good? What's up with Dr. Pershing and the Shadow Council? And did Pedro Pascal's filming schedule make Bo-Katan the main character this season? Recite the Creed and listen o...

Set out your best log trap and prepare a feast for the Golden God, because it's time for our Season 4 finale! This week Adam and James head to the Forest Moon of Endor to discuss the 1984 TV film, Caravan of Courage: An Ewok Adventure . Join them as they follow the journey of Mace and Cindel Towani, learn the mystical secrets of Logray the Ewok shaman, and argue whether Caravan of Courage real...

This week we're trying something new, as Adam and James come to you live and in person from the floor of Star Wars Celebration 2023! Sit back and join them as they unpack everything that was unveiled in London this weekend – from Rey Skywalker's New Jedi Order film, to trailers for Ahsoka , Skeleton Crew and The Acolyte – as well as discuss their favourite exhibitions, cosplays and celebri...

Ah, Kino Loy. He was a fan-favourite the moment he appeared in Andor , but sadly one who was taken from us too soon – and all because he couldn't swim. But what if Kino Loy had taken to the water like a Mon Calamari? This week Adam and James shine their spotlight on this iconic Andy Serkis character and ask where his life might have gone had he survived the escape from Narkina 5. From joining...

We've talked before about how lightsabers are made, but now it's time to delve into the heart of the lightsaber: the Kyber crystal! You might be familiar with them from The Clone Wars or Jedi: Fallen Order , but so much around this little laser rocks is still shrouded in mystery. How do they power lightsabers? What's their connection to the Jedi and the Force? And what exactly do all t...

Buckle up in your U-Wing fighter and get ready to take on the Empire! This week we're delving into the life and story of Benthic Two-Tubes, one of the most enigmatic background characters from Solo , Andor and Rogue One . From fleeing the invasion of his homeworld to running with the Cloud Riders and Saw Gerrera's Partisans, find out what drives him in his battle against the forces of evil...

If you've ever taken a look at Wookieepedia, you've probably seen events and dates in the Star Wars saga marked as BBY and ABY. But when did this dating system come into existence? And how do characters within the universe know what day, month and year it is? This week Adam and James delve into time itself, unravelling everything from the origins of BBY/ABY to how a galaxy-wide Republic makes sens...

When L3-37 was shot down in the uprising at the Spice Mines of Kessel, her dream of sparking a droid revolution against organic rule died with her. But what if it didn't? This week Adam and James imagine a version of the Star Wars galaxy forever changed by L3's martyrdom, and follow the adventures of one particular droid inspired by the Kessel revolt – AL1-L3, otherwise known as Allie. From taking...

The Mandalorian is finally back! And because Din Djarin is taking a spiritual trip to his people's homeworld this season, we thought it's time to dive in the long, messy history of Mandalore itself. Feudal-style clan politics? Check. A cataclysmic war with the Jedi Order? Check. Ceremonial fights to claim the Darksaber? Check and check! Listen on – you know it's the way... Come chat Star Wars with...

When you think of retconned deaths in Star Wars, it's probably Boba Fett clawing out of the Sarlacc Pit, or Darth Maul and his robot spider legs. But this week Adam and James are digging into a character who easily trumps them both: Shaak Ti. From duels with General Grievous to Lego Star Wars shenanigans, get ready for the story of the Jedi Master who just can't seem to stay dead... Come chat Star...

Since 1977, Star Wars fans have had one burning question on their minds: why do Imperial Stormtroopers have such terrible aim?! This week, Adam and James put on their investigating pants to find out, diving into everything from helmet design and training to karmic disturbances in the Force. Expect number-crunching, tenuous stats, and plenty of talking points too accurate for Sand People... Come ch...

As Star Wars meals go, the ration portions Unkar Plutt deals out to Rey and her fellow scavengers are anything but appetising. But what if they were actually the galaxy's next great culinary sensation, enough to turn Unkar from a crabby scrap dealer to an interstellar celebrity chef? This week Adam and James delve into their weirdest alternate timeline yet, following the junk magnate of Jakku on a...

Buckle up in your Lambda-class shuttle, it's time to start Season 4! This week we're kicking things off by looking at Task Force 99, otherwise known as SCAR Squadron: the Empire's elite force of rocket-launching, jet-packing, lightsaber-toting stormtrooper commandos. Who are they behind the helmets? What's the deal with their fanatical leader Sergeant Kreel? And how does their origin tie into ever...

This week Adam and James tackle their most existential question to date: what makes a Star Wars story FEEL like a Star Wars story? To find out they dive into some of the earliest building blocks of the Star Wars Expanded Universe, look ahead to upcoming shows like Ahsoka and The Acolyte , and see what answers Star Wars Twitter has to offer. Because maybe the real Star Wars is the moots we make alo...

Wow. Andor. What a Star Wars. With the show's first season now complete, Adam and James take a stroll down Rix Road to unpack everything Tony Gilroy's Cassian Andor prequel gave us. Listen to their thoughts on everything, from Diego Luna's incredible performance, to the slow heartbreak of Mon Mothma, to how a funeral brick is somehow even cooler than a lightsaber. You know it's what Maarva would h...

It's nearly Halloween, so this week Adam and James are going trick-or-treating in Dagobah's infamous Cave of Evil. But what exactly is a Dark Side cave, and what do they do to those who are foolish enough to enter? Get ready for vengeful ghosts, ancient Sith, and the veil between life and death. Your weapons? You will not need them... Come chat Star Wars with us! We're on Twitter, Instagram and Ti...

There's something delightful about watching a Star Wars droid go on a rampage. But which of the many astromechs, protocol droids and assassin units is the most destructive? Is it the beloved rebel Chopper? The bloodthirsty BT-1 and Triple-Zero? Mystery candidate no. 3? This week Adam and James look into all the Star Destroyer collisions and Clone Wars missions to find a definitive answer. Come cha...