Idiot's Array: A Star Wars Podcast

We have a complete Idiot's Array on Episode 101 as we discuss our favorite character arcs from  The Rise of Skywalker .  Which character arc did each of us love?   What specifically drew each of us to these arcs?  Is there anything we would have changed?  Join us for a character arc discussion that will launch us into our deep dive discussions on our next episodes! We would be honored if you would...

Jedi Zaugg is tracking a bounty across the galaxy so Mark and Ryder are on their own to review the final two episodes of season 1 of  The Mandalorian .  We discuss our favorite scenes from The Reckoning and Redemption and give our thoughts on the exciting reveals and tie-ins with other media in  Star Wars  canon.  We discuss this and much more on Episode 100! Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod F...

On Episode 99 we are joined by Becca Benjamin of Tarkin's Top Shelf and Kanata's Castle to discuss  Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker.  What were our favorite scenes of TROS ? What themes really resonated with us?  What should be watched for on repeated viewings?  How do we feel about this final episode of the Skywalker Saga?  We discuss this and much more as we lightspeed skip through  The Rise of...

On Episode 98 we discuss  The Prisoner  (Chapter 6) of  The Mandalorian  series.  What did we think about the mercenaries The Mandalorian teams up with?  What did we make of the history Mando has with some of these characters?  Who does The Mandalorian have as allies now?  The cameos! We also discuss our excitement for  The Rise of Skywalker  this week! Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Faceboo...

On Episode 97, we discuss  The Gunslinger  (Chapter 5) of  The Mandalorian.  How do we feel about losing another female character?  As we enter the second half the first season, what is it building towards?  Tatooine! And what are our thoughts about the final scene?  All of this and much more on episode 97! Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodc...

On Episode 96 we discuss  Sanctuary  (Chapter 4) of  The Mandalorian  series.  How did this episode progress The Mandalorian's character arc?  How did Cara Dune impact this chapter?  What did we make of the importance of The Mandalorian's helmet?  What did we think of the AT-ST?  All of this and much more on Episode 96! Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: id...

On Episode 95 Alan, Mark, and Ryder discuss Chapter 3: The Sin of The Mandalorian. On this episode we cover:  The emotional roller coaster of this episode. The skilled acting of Pedro Pascal. What is the true sin in this episode?  The loyalty of the Mandalorian clan. Where does the Mandalorian go from here?  We discuss all of this and much more! This is the way.  Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarrayp...

Jedi Zaugg has returned and he joins Mark and Ryder as we discuss the first two chapters of The Mandalorian! What are our initial reactions to The Mandolorian?  What are our favorite scenes so far?  Which characters are we loving?  How did we react to the big reveals?  No Jawas were vaporized in the making of this podcast! Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email:...

With so much Star Wars content coming up in the next couple of months, Mark and Ryder discuss what is the most exciting:  The Mandalorian, The Rise of Skywalker,  books, or something else. We also discuss how we will prepare for  The Rise of Skywalker , how we will recover after  TROS , and our thoughts on the recent trailers. We would be honored if you would join us! Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsa...

Mark and Alan are busy with Jedi business so Ryder is joined by Jay Krebs. Ryder and Jay discuss what our favorite heroes and villains learned from some of the failures in the  Star Wars saga.  What did Luke learn from his failure in the Dagobah Cave?  Did the Jedi Order learn anything from their failures?  Did Yoda really fail when he didn't kill Palpatine on Coruscant?  Did Obi-Wan fail when tra...

Caves are a repeating theme in  Star Wars and Alan, Mark, and Ryder discuss some of their favorites on Episode 91.  What makes caves so mysterious and work so well in  Star Wars ?  How is each cave experience similar?  How did the characters emerge changed and what did they learn?  Did any characters get the answers they sought?  Get your headlamps and join us for a deep dive into some of our favo...

Sparked by two listener emails, Alan, Mark, and Ryder continue their discussion on Kylo Ren. Is Kylo Ren vulnerable without his mask? Why does Snoke really want him to take it off? Does the mask give Kylo confidence that he doesn't otherwise have? And how does it affect his interactions with other characters?  No masks were worn or harmed during the recording of this podcast. Contact us! Twitter:...

With the upcoming release of  The Rise of Skywalker , come get caught up on the  Star Wars saga up to this point. Where did our favorite  Star Wars heroes and villains find themselves at the end of  The Last Jedi ? What are we most looking forward to in Episode IX? And is anyone ever really gone? Come enjoy this spoiler-free discussion of the Skywalker Saga with Ryder Waldron and Alan Zaugg, and g...

Emperor Palpatine was an evil dictator who manipulated the Republic and formed the Galactic Empire, nearly wiped out the Jedi Order in the process, and seduced Anakin Skywalker to the Dark Side of the Force. So why do  Star Wars  fans love this Dark Lord of the Sith so much? Is the Emperor a better villain than Darth Vader? What could the Jedi Order have learned from him? Was he a necessary evil o...

Take that ridiculous thing off. Alan, Mark, and Ryder examine Kylo Ren from all angles on Episode 89. Was Kylo Ren justified in his reaction when he thought Luke Skywalker was going to kill him? What kind of kinship did he feel with Darth Vader? And when did he find out about his grandfather's history? Does Kylo Ren actually care about anyone besides himself? And do we feel any sympathy or empathy...

Alan and Ryder cover many different topics on Episode 88. First we answer some listener feedback and then discuss the results of our recent polls. We also talk about the new Sith Trooper and our favorite Stormtrooper armors. For our main topic we discuss who from  Star Wars  we would want to be our mentor/teacher. Only two there are for this episode. No more, no less.  Contact us! Twitter: @idiots...

Alan, Mark, and Ryder are delivering happiness with Episode 87 by discussing what in  Star Wars makes us happy!  Which characters make us happy?  Which moments bring us the most happiness?  Is there one  Star Wars  movies that makes us happiest?  Besides the movies, what about  Star Wars  makes us the happiest?  Join us for Episode 87 and get happy about  Star Wars ! Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsar...

On this Father's Day edition of Idiot's Array, we discuss fathers in the  Star Wars  saga.  How has  Star Wars changed for us since we've become fathers?  What is the most tragic father story in  Star Wars ?  Who are our favorite fathers or father figures in  Star Wars ?  We discuss these topics, Mark and Alan sing, and much, much more! Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array...

Mark Sutter has vanished, but Alan and Ryder are here to discuss each of their four favorite lightsaber battles from all of  Star Wars.  Mark was even able to get a transmission through before all communications were cut off, so Alan and Ryder will discuss his also. Top 5 lists are easy. Top 4 lists require thought and heartache. We would be honored if you would join us! Contact us! Twitter: @idio...

On Episode 84, Alan, Mark, and Ryder re-visit  The Phantom Menace  on its 20th anniversary.   Where and when did we see The Phantom Menace  for the first time? What are some of our favorite memories from seeing it? Did we have a favorite scene? And what memories do we have of the marketing and merchandise? We would love you to join us! We have not doubt of that.  Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarrayp...

Alan and Ryder are live at Fan X as they explore Chewbacca's journey through the Star Wars saga, from the tragedy and heartbreak of losing his family to becoming a rebel hero. How did the battle of Kashyyyk during the Clone Wars shape Chewie's character and outlook on the galaxy? What made his bond with Han Solo so unique? How did Han's death affect Chewbacca's goals in the sequel trilogy?   And i...

On Episode 83, Alan, Mark, and Ryder discuss their Mt. Rushmore of characters from the different areas of  Star Wars.  Who will we pick as our favorites from the original trilogy, prequels, sequel trilogy, books/comics, animation, and  Star Wars stories? And at the end we will try to guess each other's overall top four favorite characters from all of  Star Wars . We'd love you to play along at hom...

Mark returns to join Alan and Ryder as we discuss the confrontation between Luke Skywalker and Kylo Ren on Crait, what led up to it, and the aftermath.  What did Luke mean during his final conversation with Leia?  Did Leia and C-3PO realize that Luke wasn't really on Crait?  What did Luke add to his own legend?  How tortuous was the outcome for Kylo Ren?  In this scene, did Luke truly become the J...

In episode 81, Mark Sutter has vanished, but Alan and Ryder fight on. They discuss the epic battle scene in Snoke's throne room, what led to it, and what happened in the aftermath.  What parallels are there with the throne room scene from  ROTJ ? If Kylo Ren is the First Order's supreme leader, what kind of responsibility will that add?  Did Kylo blow his only chance to join Rey and the resistance...

In this episode, Alan, Mark, and Ryder discuss what part faith and self-confidence play in using the Force. From Luke Skywalker failing to lift his X-wing out of the Dagobah swamp to Rey mind tricking a stormtrooper, faith in the Force and oneself seems to be crucial.  In what other instances do we see faith play a part?  What part does urgency play?  What about faith in other characters and not j...