Idiot's Array: A Star Wars Podcast

"Your overconfidence is your weakness." Pride and hubris contributed to the downfall of the Jedi Order. But the Jedi aren't the only characters in the  Star Wars galaxy who let their arrogance get the best of them. On Episode 133, we discuss the repercussions of some of the prideful quotes and situations in  Star Wars.  No need to evacuate. This is our moment of triumph and we'd love you to join u...

With March Madness in full swing, we decided to have our own tournament! On Episode 132, we discuss the characters who were added to the second and third movies of each  Star Wars saga trilogy....and we do it tournament style! Who qualified for the tournament? Who would emerge victorious? And are there any upsets along the way? Fill out your bracket and join us for some tournament fun! Contact us!...

On Episode 131 we are joined by author Landry Walker to discuss each of our top four deaths in  Star Wars.  -Which deaths affected us the most and why?  -How did these deaths impact the  Star Wars galaxy?  -Why do we consider our top four deaths the most impactful?  Don't choke on your aspirations, but do join us for a fun discussion.  Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array P...

Inspired by a listener email, the Idiots discuss what it really means to have balance in the Force.  -What balance does the Force really need?  -Before the fall of the Jedi Order, was the Force in balance?  -Is it necessary to have the existence of the dark side of the Force?  Alan, Mark, and Ryder also discuss their favorite flavors of ice cream. All of this and much, much more on Episode 130. We...

"Communication disruption can only mean one thing...." Alan, Mark, and Ryder respond to listener feedback on Episode 129.  -How do tracking fobs work in  The Mandalorian ? -Are lightsaber battles necessary for all  Star Wars ?  -Thoughts on Luke Skywalker in  The Last Jedi .  -Which upcoming  Star Wars project are we most excited about?  You asked great questions. We gave idiot answers. And we wou...

We are one day closer to Adam Lance Garcia's debut appearance on Idiot's Array! On Episode 128 we discuss a wide variety of  Star Wars topics.  -If Adam could work on any  Star Wars project what would it be?  -What is Adam's favorite saga movie and why?  -Which upcoming  Star Wars project is Adam most excited about?  We cover these topics and much more in this wide-ranging  Star Wars conversation!...

"The life force of your bond, a dyad in the force." Rey and Ben Solo were a dyad in the Force, but what does that really mean? On Episode 127, Alan, Mark, and Ryder discuss:  -What is a dyad?  -Is a dyad different than balance in the Force?  -What other dyads may we have seen in  Star Wars ?  -What are the implications of the Rey and Ben dyad?  -Were there hints of dyads in the prequel trilogy?  A...

"I'll see you again. I promise." Alan, Mark, and Ryder are back to discuss the season two finale of  The Mandalorian .  -Din vs. the Dark Troopers.  -Din vs. Moff Gideon.  -Does Bo-Katan need to let go of ancient traditions?  -The post-credits scene.  -Did we forget anything?  And so much more! Assume that we know everything and join us for episode 126.  Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebo...

"I won't be showing my face." On Episode 125, the Idiot's discuss The Believer, chapter 15 of The Mandalorian: -Did this chapter have one of the great scenes of any  Star Wars ?  -What did we think of the dynamic between Din and Mayfeld?  -Do all Imperials believe the Empire's propaganda?  -Is Din the dad we all need?  -Seismic charge! Brown eyes, blue eyes, green eyes, or otherwise - we just hope...

"Let's all put down our weapons. Have a chat." Alan, Mark, and Ryder are back to discuss The Tragedy and some of the other familiar faces that are back. We cover a lot of parsecs including: -The Jedi ruins on Tython. -The lighthearted moments between Din and Grogu.  -What did we think of the return of Boba Fett and Fennec Shand? -Slave I still flies and the Razor Crest seems to be gone forever.  -...

"You're like a father to him." There is a lot to discuss on Episode 123 and the Idiots slice right into Chapter 13: The Jedi! -What did we think of live-action Ahsoka Tano? -Did this Ahsoka portrayal stay true to her history?  -Grogu! -What Easter eggs and call backs did we notice?  -Was this a confusing episode for casual viewers? Or do die-hard fans bring to many biases?  Jedi or not, we would l...

"I'm surprised to see this place is still standing." On Episode 122, we discuss Chapter 12 of The Mandalorian.   -What is the Imperial lab creating?  -What was Dr. Pershing referring to when he said "M-count"? -What is really going on in the Outer Rim?  -What callbacks to other  Star Wars media were in this chapter?  We cover a lot of ground on Episode 122. Grab some blue cookies and join us for a...

"Where did you get that armor?" The Idiots are back to discuss The Heiress, chapter 11 of The Mandalorian.  -How can the Razor Crest still fly?  -Was this episode the pay off for chapter 10?  -What was the most exciting reveal of this episode?  -Was the helmets on/off debate settled?  -And when was the last time The Child had a bath?  We'd love you to join us, and we don't care if you have your he...

"Idiot's Array?" Chapter 10 of The Mandalorian is out and Alan, Mark, and Ryder are here to discuss it.  -What did we like best about this episode?  -What made us most uncomfortable?  -What constitutes filler?  -And Idiot's Array got a mention in this episode! We would love you to join us for our discussion of The Passenger! Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Emai...

"What brings you here, stranger?" The Mandalorian is back and on Episode 119 we discuss the first episode of season 2, The Marshal.  -What were some of our favorite moments?  -What tie-ins to other  Star Wars media did we notice?  -What real-life lessons can be learned from this episode?  -That final scene! -And so much more! We would be honored if you would join us! Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsar...

"This is not going to go the way you think!" On Episode 118, the Idiots rank the opening sequences of each  Star Wars saga film.  There is fun, surprises, and even some jaw-dropping rankings. We would be honored if you would join us and also send us your rankings.  Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarraypodcas...

On Episode 117 Alan, Mark, and Ryder give their Mt. Rushmore moments from the much-anticipated trailer for season 2 of  The Mandalorian.  What did we like, what did we love, and what connections did we see from other  Star Wars media? We also go off on other tangents, just like you've come to expect from Idiot's Array! Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idi...

Alan, Mark, and Ryder are joined by author Ian Doescher to discuss  William Shakespeare's The Merry Rise of Skywalker . We also talk about how Ian's William's Shakespeare's   Star Wars books came to be, some of the challenges of writing these books, a few Easter eggs from the sequel trilogy books, and much more.  After listening to Episode 116, THE VERSE WILL BE WITH YOU....ALWAYS.  Contact us! Tw...

On Episode 115, Alan, Mark, and Ryder compare and contrast how Anakin was viewed and treated by Ahsoka and Obi-Wan and how that affected him after he became a Sith Lord.  -What were Anakin's lasting feelings towards each of them? -Did Ahsoka's leaving the Jedi Order change how she viewed Anakin after his turn to the dark side?  -Did Obi-Wan want to believe Anakin was beyond redemption so Obi-Wan c...

"I have failed you." Failure is a familiar theme in the  Star Wars saga, and oftentimes those failures ultimately become successes. Many characters have experienced failures, but what overcoming those is what really proves their mettle. On Episode 114 we discuss many of the failures in  Star Wars and the successes that come from them.  Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array P...

"When gone am I, the last of the Jedi will you be." Prompted by a listener's email, we discuss what was really meant by this statement from Yoda. Was Luke really the last Jedi? What about Rey? Where do Ezra and Ahsoka fit into the equation? We also discuss our favorite Legends novels and much, much more. We would be honored if you would join us!  Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idio...

In this episode of Idiot's Array, Alan, Mark, and Ryder welcome Tarkin's Top Shelf and Kanata's Castle to a "Behind the Podcast" roundtable event of The Pitiful Little Band Network. The Pitiful Little Band Network is a collective group of positive Star Wars content contributors and creators who love delving deep in passionate discussions about the galaxy far, far away.     Contact us! Twitter: @id...

On Episode 111, Alan and Ryder discuss each of their top four favorite Yoda quotes. There are so many amazing quotes from Yoda to pick from and we break down our favorites. Most are still very relevant today and help provide some positivity where it is much needed. Always in motion is the future, and we'd love you to join us and see if your favorites made our lists.  Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsar...

On Episode 110, Alan, Mark, and Ryder start the show with an exciting announcement about Idiot's Array. We follow that by answering some listener emails, which leads to a discussion on upcoming  Star Wars content. We also talk about some of our bad theater experiences and much, much more. Join us for some fun  Star Wars discussion!  Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podc...

On another fully loaded episode of Idiot's Array, Alan, Mark, and Ryder discuss the final two episodes of  The Clone Wars .  -Is this the best  Star Wars ever made?  -Our thoughts on the score by Kevin Kiner. -Why was Ahsoka so adamant about not killing clones?  -What were our favorite moments of these episodes?  -Anakin's smoldering moments. -And that final scene! Boys are having a rough time of...