Around the Galaxy

On this replay of ATGLive from 11/20/26, Pete, Nick, and Chris welcome back New York Times bestselling author Kwame Mbalia—the celebrated creative mind behind the Tristan Strong series and one of the most joyful, insightful voices in modern storytelling. Kwame joins us to discuss his newest release, Star Wars: The Last Order, a powerful, thrilling, and emotionally resonant addition to the galaxy f...

In this very special episode of Around the Galaxy, the roles are reversed. Host Pete Fletzer hands the microphone to someone who has been there since the very beginning of his Star Wars journey — his father. As one of the people Pete dedicated his new book Who Owns the Myth? to, he steps into the host seat to interview Pete about the project that has reshaped his understanding of fandom, myth, and...

This week on Around the Galaxy: The Star Wars Fan Talk Show, Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke go behind the masks with two legends of practical effects and pop culture — Howard Berger and Marshall Julius, the creative duo behind the brand-new book Making Monsters (get it on sale here: https://amzn.to/3KFr47X ).  Howard Berger is an Academy Award–winning special make-up effects artist and co-founder of...

This week on Around the Galaxy, Pete and Nick welcome filmmaker and pop-culture storyteller J.C. Reifenberg, the creative mind behind Hollywood’s legendary Scum & Villainy Cantina. What began as a Star Wars–themed pop-up bar has become a full-time geek paradise in the heart of Los Angeles, and JC takes us inside the fandom magic that keeps it thriving. We dive into: ✨ JC’s personal Star Wars...

This week on ATGLive, the Star Wars talk show where fandom, fun, and a little chaos collide, Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke welcome actor, comedian, and voice talent Josh Zagoren—the mind and mouth behind the irreverent, sharp-tongued puppet Chad the Bird. You’ve seen Chad lighting up Instagram Reels with his rapid-fire rants on everything from snack foods to sci-fi, but it was his hilariously spot-...

ATGLive is your weekly Star Wars talk show where fandom, fun, and collecting collide! Hosted by Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke, alongside the always insightful Kelsey Puckett and Chris Ryons, each episode takes you on a hyperspace journey through the biggest Star Wars news, hottest fan debates, and the most exciting collectibles in the galaxy. This week, we’re joined by special guest Max Frey from R...

This week on Around the Galaxy, the Star Wars fan talk show, we take a deep-dive conversation with ESPN’s Ryan McGee, co-host of Never Tell Me the Odds, the official ESPN Star Wars podcast. Ryan McGee may be a household name in sports journalism, but behind the scenes, he’s also a massive Star Wars fan — and in this exclusive interview, we bridge the gap between sports and a galaxy far, far away....

🎸 The Threepios Join ATGLive! PLUS: Star Wars News, Andor's Ratings, Han Solo's Return & Lucasfilm's New Direction! 🎸 It’s a special episode of ATGLive, the Star Wars talk show where the fandom meets fun! This week, hosts Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke are joined by the galactic rockstars themselves — The Threepios, a Star Wars-themed band blending parody, pop, rock, and pure love for the gala...

🎙️ ATGLive | June 12, 2025 — Featuring Tim Barnes (YubNub Podcast, Comedy Central, VICE Media) On this episode of ATGLive, we’re joined by the incredibly talented Tim Barnes — writer, director, and co-host of the hit YubNub Podcast. With credits spanning Comedy Central, Nickelodeon, VICE, and Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, Tim shares his behind-the-scenes insights on storytelling, fandom, and the S...

🎙️ This week on Around the Galaxy, we’re joined by film critic, host, and The Outlaw Nation creator John Rocha! Known from hit shows like The Cine-Files, The Hot Mic, and The Geek Buddies, Rocha brings his signature energy and deep industry knowledge to our Star Wars roundtable. We’re diving into: Will Rian Johnson finally return to the galaxy far, far away? Did Ryan Reynolds really pitch an R-rat...

Welcome to the final episode of Road to Rebellion, the official Andor aftershow from the Around the Galaxy podcast stream, part of the SSW Network! 🎙️ Hosted by Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke, this episode is all about YOU — the fans! We open the lines to take your calls, questions, and theories as we wrap up Andor Season 2 and reflect on one of the most talked-about Star Wars shows in years. 📞 Lis...

With Andor Season 2 now complete, Road to Rebellion takes a powerful turn into the heart of what makes this series so resonant — its politics. Join hosts Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke as they welcome author and political commentator Stephen Kent (How The Force Can Fix The World, Geeky Stoics) for a provocative, full-spoiler conversation about liberty, resistance, and the cost of rebellion in the ga...

Now that all 12 episodes of Andor Season 2 are out in the galaxy, it's time to take a step back and look at the series as a whole — the moments that shook us, the characters that broke us (looking at you, Maarva), and what this incredible chapter of Star Wars storytelling means for the future of the franchise. Join hosts Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke for a very special live panel featuring: ✨ Becc...

This week on Road to Rebellion, the official ATG Andor Aftershow, hosts Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke dive into the emotional and explosive final three episodes of Season 2 of Andor. Covering Episodes 10, 11, and 12, this spoiler-filled discussion unpacks the thrilling conclusion of Luthen Rael’s journey, Kleya’s heartbreaking choices, and the accelerating march toward Rogue One. In Episode 10, we...

Welcome back to Road to Rebellion, the official Andor after show from Around the Galaxy and the SSW Network! In this spoiler-filled deep dive, Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke explore the powerful third arc of Andor Season 2 — covering episodes 7, 8, and 9 on Disney+. 🔥 This week: Cassian Andor returns to Ghorman for a pivotal mission The shocking Ghorman Massacre and its chilling parallels to real-w...

The galaxy is heating up — and we’re here for every moment! 🚀 This week on Road to Rebellion, Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke break down Andor Season 2, Episodes 4, 5, and 6 with full spoilers and big reactions. Cassian and Bix are hiding on Coruscant, Syril Karn makes a fateful choice, and the Ghorman weapons heist changes everything. We dive deep into the biggest twists, reveal our MVPs of the epi...

Join hosts Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke on this week’s Road to Rebellion: The Andor Aftershow as we dive deep into the explosive first three episodes of Andor Season 2! 🚀 Set one year after the events of Season 1, the story picks up in BBY 4—four years before the Battle of Yavin—plunging us into a galaxy where the Rebellion is rising and the Empire is tightening its grip. We’re bringing you a ful...

Star Wars fans — this is the way. Road to Rebellion is the official Andor Season 2 after show from the team behind Around the Galaxy, dropping every Monday night at 9PM EST starting April 22. Join hosts Nick and Pete as they dive into each new episode the moment the credits roll — exploring key themes, character arcs, storylines, standout performances, Easter eggs, and the galaxy’s most underrated...

Join hosts Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke for another thrilling episode of Beyond the Barrier, your gateway to unraveling the mysteries of Skeleton Crew! This week, we dive into Episode 7, “We’re Gonna Be In So Much Trouble,” with special guest Darth Choco, a beloved voice in the Star Wars fandom.🚀 What to Expect: The Scuttlebutt: One-word reactions to Episode 7 to kick off the discussion. Plotting...

Ahoy, Star Wars adventurers! Get ready for Episode 2 of Beyond the Barrier: Exploring the Mysteries of Skeleton Crew, your go-to podcast for navigating the latest twists and turns of the Disney+ Star Wars series. Hosted by lifelong fans Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke, this week we dive headfirst into Episode 3 of Skeleton Crew, “Very Interesting, As an Astrogation Problem”—a thrilling installment pa...

Ahoy, Star Wars fans! Welcome to Beyond the Barrier: Exploring the Mysteries of Skeleton Crew, your ultimate companion podcast for diving into the Disney+ Star Wars series Skeleton Crew. Hosted by longtime Star Wars enthusiasts Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke, each episode takes you on an exciting journey through the galaxy’s latest twists, turns, and Easter eggs. Join Pete and Nick as they chart the...

Welcome to Did You Hear That?, your go-to Star Wars news segment on ATGLive, the ultimate live talk show for fans airing every Thursday night! This week, we’re diving into some incredible stories from the galaxy far, far away, featuring a major anniversary, film updates, and exclusive insights straight from the creative minds behind Skeleton Crew. Here’s what’s happening: Celebrating 12 Years of D...

Welcome to Around the Galaxy, the Star Wars fan talk show that brings the stories, conversations, and insights of the Star Wars fandom straight to you! Hosted by Pete Fletzer and his co-pilot Nick Mielke, every week we explore the universe of Star Wars with the creators, actors, and passionate fans who make the galaxy far, far away feel like home. From exclusive interviews with industry insiders t...

Welcome to Did You Hear That?, the news-packed segment of ATGLive: Star Wars Fan Talkshow! This week, join host Pete and special guest, comedian, and TV writer Jim Fagan as they delve into the most thrilling Star Wars updates from across the galaxy. Airing every Thursday, this episode covers headline-making reveals, production news, and exciting character returns. Whether you're a dedicated fan or...

In this episode of Around the Galaxy, the ultimate Star Wars fan talk show, host Pete Fletzer is joined by the multi-talented Holly Frey for an unforgettable conversation about fandom, history, and killer cocktails! Holly, known for her work on podcasts like Stuff You Missed in History Class, Criminalia, and Full of Sith, shares her deep love for Star Wars and gives us a peek into her Star Wars-th...