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We’re continuing our discussion of Claudia Gray’s High Republic novel, The Fallen Star. What’s the best way to manage multiple space crises that will result in mass casualties? Why do the Jedi continue to underestimate the Nihil? Why is Stellan the worst?! Also, Kate yaps about the Titanic. For a list of Black-owned bookstores to […]

We’re starting our read of The Fallen Star, a High Republic novel by Claudia Gray. Join us as we discuss Project Luminous’s full cast of characters, poor Jedi prioritization skills, and Marchion Ro’s most nefarious plan yet. Also, expect a ton of the requisite Stellan-bashing. For a list of Black-owned bookstores to order from, now […]

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We’re finally back! After a long, unplanned hiatus, we’re reading Justina Ireland’s middle grade High Republic novel, Mission to Disaster. This week, we’re discussing the Jedi’s changing role in the Republic, autistic representation in Star Wars, and the grand GFFA tradition of absolutely destroying entire planets in one fell swoop. For a list of Black-owned […]

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We’re discussing the second half of Cavan Scott’s High Republic audio drama, Tempest Runner. Join us as we talk about the disconnect between the Republic’s carceral system and its intended goal of rehabilitation, a short history of the Nihil, and Pan Eyta, who was literally too angry to die long before Maul became a trash […]

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Join us as we discuss the first half of Cavan Scott’s High Republic audio drama, Tempest Runner. This time, we talk about criminal justice in the High Republic era, early Ryloth history, and Lourna Dee’s early years.

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Ep. 175: He’s Got the Grip Strength for a KnifeWe’re finishing up our conversation about Justina Ireland’s Out of the Shadows. This time, we’re discussing complex mother-daughter relationships, especially regarding Chancey and Syl Yarrow; the Nihil’s loss of the Paths; and Vernestra’s approach to teaching. Plus: U-Hauling is canon in the GFFA.   For a list...

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We’re continuing our discussion of Justina Ireland’s High Republic novel, Out of the Shadows! This time, we talk about the worldbuilding within this book and for this era of Star Wars, how the average galactic resident views the Jedi Order, and, as always, how much Stellan Gios sucks. For a list of black-owned bookstores to order from, […]

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We’re back to books with Justina Ireland’s Out of the Shadows, a YA novel from Phase 1 of the High Republic. Join us as we geek out over hyperspace science, continue to question the role of the Jedi in the galaxy, and (lovingly) poke fun at the novel’s cast of hormonal space!teenagers. [episode summary] For a […]

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We’re talking about season 1 of Andor with Catrina Dennis (@ohcatrina) and @celestialintent! Join us as we discuss what this Disney+ series gets right–and wrong–about Latine representation, the prison industrial complex, and creating a different storytelling tone for the franchise. Also, we dunk on Timm. IMPORTANT: Our charity for this one is Adriana’s Classroom Amazon Wish...

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This week, we’re wrapping up our discussion of The Rising Storm by Cavan Scott. How dangerous is the Nihil’s new weapon? What might the future hold for the pirates and the Republic? How do genre-bending and new literary techniques fit into Star Wars storytelling? Also, we accidentally talk about feet. There are some audio issues because Ashton […]

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Join our continuing discussion of The Rising Storm by Cavan Scott! This time, we’re talking about different views of the Force and its purpose, Elzar Mann’s similarities to Anakin Skywalker, and some favorite character moments. For this book, our cause is The Prism Foundation . The Prism Foundation is dedicated to exploring critical issues that affect the Asian & […]

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Thanks for listening! You can find our show notes at bookwarspod.com