Commanders of the Cosmos

Send us Fan Mail The wait is over, and The Mandalorian & Grogu has finally arrived on the big screen. In this episode of Commanders of the Cosmos , Shiraz and Brent share their thoughts on the latest chapter in the Star Wars saga and discuss whether Din Djarin and Grogu's first theatrical adventure lives up to the hype. Join the hosts as they break down the film's story, characters,...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Commanders of the Cosmos , Brent and Shiraz dive into Maul: Shadow Lord , the latest Star Wars series on Disney+. But this episode is more than just a review. It is also a deep exploration into one of the franchise’s most unexpected character journeys. For many fans, Darth Maul died at the end of The Phantom Menace . What many casual viewers may not realize is t...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back, Commanders! In our first episode of 2026, Brent and Shiraz kick off the new year with a deep dive into some of the biggest teaser trailers lighting up the galaxy of pop culture. From the long-awaited return of Firefly in its bold new reboot, to the ominous first look at Marvel: Doomsday , and the next chapter in the Star Wars saga with The Mandalorian and Grogu , the...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Commanders of the Cosmos, Brent and Shiraz dive into two superhero reboots: Superman and Fantastic Four. From the promise of metahumans to the menace of megathreats, we unpack what works, what falters, and what these films reveal about the fragile state of the modern superhero blockbuster. Love what we do? Support us at our new Patreon and keep the hyperspace la...

Send us Fan Mail In this milestone 20th episode of *Commanders of the Cosmos*, Brent and Shiraz suit up to tackle a full squadron of big reveals and bold finales. First, the duo dissects Marvel’s Thunderbolts ; a gritty, chaotic ensemble of misfits and antiheroes. Does the trailer deliver on the hype? And how will this dark team shake up the MCU? Then it’s on to Andor Season 2, as the Commanders o...

Send us Fan Mail No Jedi. No aliens. No lightsabers. No fun? Not so fast. In this episode of Commanders of the Cosmos , Brent and Shiraz dissect the moody, espionage-heavy return of Andor: Season 2 and why it just might be the most compelling thing in the galaxy — even without a single Wookiee in sight. Plus, we cover all the big reveals from Star Wars Celebration, from surprise trailers to eyebro...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Commanders of the Cosmos , Brent and Shiraz dive headfirst into the latest wave of geekdom greatness. First up: the long-awaited trailers for Andor Season 2. The hosts break down the pulse-pounding footage, speculate on appearances, and discuss where this gritty Star Wars tale might be heading as the Rebellion gains momentum. Next, the duo turns their sights to...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Commanders of the Cosmos , Brent and Shiraz dive into their shared love for LEGO! From nostalgic childhood sets to the latest Dungeons & Dragons and fantasy-inspired builds, they discuss what makes LEGO so timeless and why it continues to captivate fans of all ages. Then, it's time for their final thoughts on Star Wars: Skeleton Crew . Did the series st...

Send us Fan Mail In this thrilling episode of Commanders of the Cosmos , Brent Logan and Shiraz Sheikh dive into two of the most anticipated releases in the galaxy! First, they explore the new Star Wars series, Skeleton Crew , unraveling its intriguing plot and speculating on how it fits into the ever-expanding Star Wars universe. Then, they shift gears to discuss Bethesda's latest treasure,...

Send us Fan Mail In this heartfelt episode of Commanders of the Cosmos , Brent and Shiraz pay tribute to the legendary James Earl Jones, reflecting on his incredible legacy and enduring impact on cinema. The conversation then takes an action-packed turn as the hosts dive into their thoughts on the highly anticipated Venom sequel. Finally, they explore the galaxy far, far away with a breakdown of S...

Send us Fan Mail In this electrifying episode of *Commanders of the Cosmos*, Brent and Shiraz bring you the latest buzz from the galaxy and beyond! Tune in as they share thrilling updates from Akinji Entertainment Inc., fresh off their recent adventure at Gen Con. They’ll also celebrate Brent’s 40th birthday, complete with the unveiling of his mysterious and magical Hat of Persuasion—could it be t...

Send us Fan Mail Join hosts Brent Logan and Shiraz Sheikh on this exciting episode of "Commanders of the Cosmos" as they dive into the latest in the world of gaming, television, and movies.  First, Shiraz delves into Capcom's much-anticipated game, Dragon's Dogma 2. Shiraz discuss the new features, gameplay mechanics, and his personal experiences exploring the game’s expansive...

Send us Fan Mail After a short hiatus due to illness, hosts Shiraz and Brent are back in the captain's chair for another thrilling episode of Commanders of the Cosmos. In this episode, they dive deep into the latest news from a galaxy far, far away with updates on Star Wars. From rumored spin-offs to exciting developments in the Star Wars universe, Shiraz and Brent provide their insights and...

Send us Fan Mail Join us in the latest episode of Commanders of the Cosmos as we embark on an interstellar journey through the realms of pop culture! In this cosmic odyssey, our seasoned commanders delve into the latest Marvels movie, The Marvels , and give you their honest review of the film.  But the adventure doesn’t end there! Shiraz discusses video games and why he sucks at them, retro Star W...

Send us Fan Mail Join Brent and Shiraz on an intergalactic journey as they delve into the mind-bending twists and turns of Marvel's Loki Season 2! (SPOILERS) In this episode of Commanders of the Cosmos, our hosts navigate the intricate web of time, chaos, and mischief unleashed by the God of Mischief himself.  As Loki's escapades continue, the duo explores the mind-boggling connections b...

Send us Fan Mail In this exciting episode, following it’s completion of it’s debut season, the Commanders continue their discussion of the Star Wars series, "Ahsoka."  Ahsoka Tano, the beloved former Jedi Padawan, is back in the spotlight, and fans are buzzing with excitement. Join us as we explore the key themes of this new chapter in the Star Wars universe. The Commanders discuss the c...

Send us Fan Mail Have you watched the new Ahsoka series and find yourself a bit lost? Have no fear! In this episode, Brent and Shiraz talk about the new Star Wars series on Disney+ with special attention on the origins of the main title character Ahsoka Tano, as well as the calculating Grand Admiral Thrawn and the enigmatic Witches of Dathomir. In particular, Brent elucidates us on the story so fa...

Send us Fan Mail Back from Gen Con and a brief respite, Brent and Shiraz share their Gen Con experience. Their first Gen Con since the pandemic, our hosts talk about the state of the industry, meeting new people, and trying out new games. In particular, Shiraz discusses (finally) picking up the RIFTS RPG and meeting its creator, Kevin Siembieda. Also Shiraz meets comics writer Jim Zub, and Forgott...

Send us Fan Mail Join hosts Brent Logan and Shiraz Sheikh in an exciting and adventurous episode of "Fortune and Glory!" as they delve deep into the thrilling world of Indiana Jones with their latest blockbuster release, "The Dial of Destiny." In this episode, Shiraz and Brent passionately discuss the much-anticipated new installment in the Indiana Jones franchise, "The Di...

Send us Fan Mail The Commanders engage in a discussion regarding the recent Warner Bros/DC Studios “The Flash,” starring Ezra Miller (The Flash), Sasha Calle (Supergirl), and the venerable Michael Keaton, reprising his role as Batman! Although Brent and Shiraz ultimately found the movie enjoyable, they delve into a broader conversation about the overall DC cinematic universe and how this particula...

Send us Fan Mail Brent and Shiraz, after a short break caused by Brent's illness, finally take a seat. Their initial plan was to discuss the new Flash movie, but the podcast takes an unexpected turn when they delve into a passionate conversation about the mind-blowing revelations shared by UFO whistleblower David Grusch. Despite their insistence on not being conspiracy theorists, the intensit...

Send us Fan Mail In their third episode, the Commanders give their honest review of the new Guardians of the Galaxy movie. But before that, Shiraz discusses his away mission to a local comic book store on Free Comic Book Day. Special spotlight is given on the upcoming new Conan the Barbarian title by Titan Comics (Jim Zub, Adventure Time ), and the exciting new comic pantheon by Opus Comics: The F...

Send us Fan Mail T'was the night of May the Fourth, and all through the night, not a Sith Lord was stirring, not even a Jedi Knight... In their second episode, in honour of its 40th anniversary, Brent and Shiraz choose to pay tribute to Return of the Jedi by laying down their own commentary track. Listen along your own viewing of the movie and enjoy a trip down memory lane as Brent and Shiraz...

Send us Fan Mail In their very first episode, game designers Brent Logan and Shiraz Sheikh talk about their new podcast and the topics they wish to explore in future episodes. They  review the latest Marvel feature Ant-Man and the Wasp: Quantumania, and the new Dungeons & Dragons movie, Honor Among Thieves (warning: spoilers). In the final chapter, they discuss their upcoming Kickstarter for t...