Most Things Kenobi - A Star Wars Podcast

We have discussed at length (and will never tire of doing so!) all the major points of the man that is Obi-Wan Kenobi. But...what about the little things? We cover all our favorite subtleties that we adore and respect about Obi-Wan: from his little rogue piece of hair over his forehead, to his posture while sitting, to the way he backhands a blaster bolt or randomly speaks another species' lan...

This week we have a lively discussion about episodes 1-3 of The Acolyte. We don't shy away from the controversy, but that's not our only focus as we talk about a host of new characters and recycled motifs.

In this week's episode we review Tale of the Empire --a collection of animated shorts about Morgan Elsbeth and Barriss Offee. The stories are dark, engaging, and layered with thought-provoking meaning...plus it was wonderful to see the return of the Clone Wars animation style. Join us for a conversation where we delve into the darkness.

In this episode we dive into the Jedi Trials, explaining what they are and how they work--did you know there were 5 trials?!?! We also talk about some of the better known Jedi (Obi-Wan, Luke, Kanan, Ahsoka, etc.) and their unconventional trials.

This week we discuss meditation and it's amazing real life benefits (and how it makes us feel like Jedi). We touch on several forms of meditation, how you can get started if you've never done it before, and the amazing scientifically-backed evidence that it is good for your body and your brain. We also chat about how the Jedi and Sith use meditation to connect with the Force.

What a great way to ring in our 150th episode! We have the pleasure of discussing the talented Matt Lanter and what he has brought to Star Wars' most pivotal character, Anakin Skywalker. He is the voice of Anakin throughout The Clone Wars and beyond, including Lego movies and an abundance of Star Wars video games, and much more. His vocal range is why we appreciate him so much; he's given...

This week we carry on with our series about the actors who have portrayed Anakin Skywalker. Hayden Christensen is a legend within the Star Wars fandom and in this episode we give credit where credit is due! His performance in the prequels, and his return to Anakin in shows like Ahsoka and the Kenobi Series, has given Hayden a chance to let his acting skills shine, and we are loving every second!!

The first time we ever saw Anakin Skywalker in live action, outside of Darth Vader, was through Jake Lloyd's portrayal of Anakin as a young boy in "The Phantom Menace", which was released in 1999. This young boy, who will go on to become The Chosen One, was delivered by a bright and charismatic Jake Lloyd, who was only 8 years old when George Lucas cast him as the young Anakin. IMPOR...

This week is Part 4 of our series "The Obi-Wan Actors" and in this episode we discuss the extremely talented Stephen Stanton. He portrayed Obi-Wan in the legendary Rebels episode "Twin Suns" and does an amazing job closing the circle on Kenobi's story.

This week is Part 3 of our series "The Obi-Wan Actors", and next in line is the voice behind the animated Obi-Wan Kenobi, and also a very dear friend of ours and of the show: James Arnold Taylor. He's the voice behind the animated Obi-Wan Kenobi that Dave Filoni and his team brought to life through The Clone Wars series, and his talent is unmatched. James has portrayed Obi-Wan the lo...

This is part 2 of our series "The Obi-Wan Actors" where we delve into the intricacies and characteristics each actor has contributed to Obi-Wan Kenobi. In this episode, we have a blast chatting about Ewan McGregor's legendary performances as Obi-Wan, spanning from the character's youth through his darkest days on Tatooine. Next week we'll be chatting about our dear friend Jam...

This is part 1 of our next series, which delves into the actors who have brought the character of Obi-Wan Kenobi to life and all they bring to the table in their version of Obi-Wan. We begin first with the original Obi-Wan Kenobi: Sir Alec Guinness. Alec set the bar for all the portrayals of Obi-Wan to come, and in this episode we honor his legacy of acting, the minuscule details of his skill, and...

"Huttslayer", a relatively new but cannon title for Leia Organa Skywalker, is a title that isn't always discussed - but should be! By writing it into the novel "Bloodline", Claudia Gray effectively gave Leia a title filled with honor and respect. When Leia killed Jabba the Hutt, she not only liberated herself, but also avenged her biological father by killing his slaver. In...

In this episode we discuss attachment and whether or not the Jedi were too extreme in their beliefs. We went deep in this one...and, by the time we were finished, we may have ended up with more questions than answers.

This is our third and final installment of the Asajj Ventress arc from Clone Wars season 3. "Witches of the Mist" is a delightful dish of chaos featuring Obi-Wan, Anakin, Savage, Mother Talzin, Dooku, and Ventress. Buckle up for a conversation that dives into layers of betrayal, quippy banter, and Toydarian tragedy. RIP King Katuunko!! You will be missed!

This is part two of a three part series where we dive into the Asajj Ventress and Nightsisters Clone Wars arc. In "Monster," Ventress goes to the Nightbrother's clan and selects a male to act as an assassin. We try to unpack this CW episode's less-than-pleasant themes, brutality, and tragic sacrifice.

"Nightsisters" is the beginning of a three part arc that focuses on Asajj Ventress. It takes a character that was once introduced to Star Wars as just a villain and provides depth and layers to her character - enough so that we begin to sympathize and feel for this character. We explore this arc in detail, beginning with the episode titled "Nightsisters". We discover Ventress&#...

John Williams, Kevin Kiner, Michale Giacchino, Nicholas Britell (just to name a few)...the list of Star Wars composers is the stuff of legends. In this episode we dive into our favorite pieces of Star Wars music, discussing the scenes, the musical themes, and the emotions each piece evokes.

We always enjoy a good story, and we also love to revisit the collection of short stories in the "From A Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back" collection. This episode, we chose to review two more stories, which were much different than the others we've reviewed in the past.

If you haven't watched Hello There Animation's Clone Wars remake of the Revenge of the Sith duel, do yourself a huge favor and watch it right now. Here is a link. It is a glorious piece of work and we spend this episode gushing about how much we loved it. As usual, you'll be treated to a deep-dive analysis, some minor freak outs, and plenty of laughs.

In this episode, we try to see some of Obi-Wan's choices throughout his time as a Jedi from a different point of view. We're not here to trash talk him, obviously, but what if we considered some of his actions from a different angle: DID Obi-Wan make any real "mistakes" that contributed to how everything turned out in the Galaxy? Or was it all just fate; part of the "grand p...

2023 was not an easy year for most folks we know, us included. But, in this episode, we are choosing to focus on all the amazing, positive, magical things that happened in 2023. Thank you to all our listeners for your love, support, and friendship! We wish you a very happy new year!

The basic definition of a "red flag" is something that indicates or draws attention to a problem, danger, or irregularity...and yep, that essentially describes Anakin Skywalker in more than one instance before his fall! We go over several "red flag moments" where we believe Anakin's behavior was a true warning sign; a sign that many ignored or chose not to acknowledge prope...

Neither one of us had ever watched the infamous Star Wars Holiday Special. So this holiday season we decided to give it a try. What a wild ride. After we recovered and were able to think again, we recorded this episode. You'll hear our honest opinions...

This will need to be an ongoing series of episodes in the future, because there are SO many awesome filming locations to choose from! But for this episode's purpose, we each chose two filming locations from Star Wars that we wanted to discover more deeply and discuss from a geographical (and geological!) standpoint. Of the four different locations, we discuss facts and figures about each, incl...