Podcast Stardust

Our discussion of Revenge of the Sith continues as Palpatine successfully recruits Anakin to the dark side of the Force and executes Order 66.   Tom Gross from Teachers in the Dungeon joins us for this episode.   This installment of our Revenge of the Sith Series covers the portion of the movie that runs from 1:10:52 to 1:23:31.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust , w...

Anakin Skywalker makes his fateful choice and Chancellor Palpatine issues Order 66 in this installment of our Revenge of the Sith series.   Tom Gross from Teachers in the Dungeon joins us for this episode.   This installment of our Revenge of the Sith Series covers the portion of the movie that runs from 1:10:52 to 1:23:31.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust , we dis...

Jedi Knights Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker escort Duchess Satine of Mandalore to Coruscant while assassin droids are on the hunt in this episode of our The Clone Wars re-watch.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust , we discuss: Our overall thoughts on this episode of The Clone Wars , The comparison between the choices Anakin made with Padmé and Obi-Wan's and Sati...

Superman actor David Corenswet shares his preferred viewing order for Star Wars , Beau Willimon wants to write more Star Wars , and more feature in this week's Star Wars news.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust , we discuss: Andor and "Dawn of the Jedi" writer Beau Willimon's interest in writing more Star Wars , How far Rian Johnson got on his Star Wars trilogy befor...

In this month's edition of "World Between Worlds," Jay looks forward to the San Diego Comic Con fashion show, the COSI experience, new jewelry, and more.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust , we discuss: Some anime inspired t-shirts from Heroes & Villains , Star Wars stickers that Jay found at Ollie's Bargain Outlet, A preview of the Her Universe Fashion Show at San D...

Jedi Knight Obi-Wan Kenobi travels to Mandalore to get to the bottom of rumors that the Mandalorians are assembling an army in this episode of The Clone Wars .   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust , we discuss: How this is a foundational episode for so many Star Wars stories that follow, Duchess Satine as the leader of Mandalore, The history of the Mandalorians up unti...

Fear of the Jedi concludes as Jedi Master Keeve Trennis leads the Jedi and Republic forces against the Nihil Fleet at Eriadu. However, the Nihil have a few tricks up their sleeves.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust , we discuss: Our overall thoughts on this miniseries, Jedi Master Keeve Trennis's self-doubt about taking command, Tey Sirek's grief over losing Vildar...

Jedi Master Keeve Trennis leads a Jedi and Republic task force against the Nihil raiders as The High Republic saga draws closer to a close.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust , we discuss: How these comics synch up with Charles Soule's Trials of the Jedi , Jedi Master Keeve Trennis's discomfort with being the Jedi Marshall in charge of the Republic Forces at the Stor...

When Ahsoka's lightsaber is stolen, she gets an assist from an unlikely ally while pursuing the culprits on Coruscant in this episode of The Clone Wars .   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust , we discuss: Our overall thoughts on this episode, The legacy of "this weapon is your life" when it comes to lightsabers, Ahsoka's flaws as a young Padawan, The unassuming Jedi Ma...

In this week's edition of Star Wars news on Podcast Stardust , we discuss Mark Hamill's pitch for Luke's backstory for The Last Jedi , Star Wars LEGO , more Skeleton Crew , and farewell to an Imperial Admiral.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust , we discuss: The dark backstory Mark Hamill pitched to Rian Johnson for Luke Skywalker's backstory for The Last Jedi , A ne...

Darth Vader sends his Inquisitors after Jedi Knight Tensu Run in a quest to crush hope in Inquisitors from Marvel.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust , we discuss: Our overall thoughts on this series and whether Inquisitors was an appropriate title, Jedi Knight Tensu Run, his goals, and how he became a symbol in the galaxy, The portrayal of the Inquisitors throughout...

While Obi-Wan Kenobi desperately pursues General Grievous, Captain Rex recovers from an injury and discovers a deserter from the clone army in this episode of The Clone Wars .   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust , we discuss: Obi-Wan Kenobi's desperate pursuit of General Grievous, Suu, the Twi'lek wife to the deserter clone, Cut Lawquane, the clone that deserted from...

We dive into the most upsetting Star Wars character deaths, the best romances, some Legends characters, and even some Dungeons & Dragons in this edition of "Ask Me Anything Star Wars."   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust , we discuss: What kind of character a particular video game character would be in Dungeons & Dragons , What Star Wars character deaths upset us the...

In part six of our series celebrating Revenge of the Sith , Anakin Skywalker discovers the identity of the Sith Lord and Obi-Wan Kenobi and Grievous battle to the death.   Craig Dickinson from Reading Between the Reels joins us for the discussion.   This discussion covers the segment of Revenge of the Sith that runs from 1:00:54 to 1:10:56.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast...

We resume our re-watch of The Clone Wars with a mission by Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker, and Adi Gallia to rescue a Jedi Master and capture General Grievous.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust , we discuss: Our overall thoughts on this episode, The new assets developed for The Clone Wars that appear in this episode, How Jedi Master Eeth Koth returned from the dea...

In this week's Star Wars news, we discuss the BFI screening of the original print of Star Wars , Bryce Dallas Howard's attempt to bring back Mace Windu, and new comic announcements.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust , we discuss: The screening of the original print of Star Wars by the British Film Institute, Kathleen Kennedy's comments on the future of Star Wars pro...

In this month's edition of "World Between Worlds," Jay is getting everyone ready for summer Star Wars style with beach towels, picnic supplies, workout clothes, and more.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust , we discuss: A Grogu Love Pop birthday card, Darth Vader etched glasses and ice molds from Williams Sonoma , Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025 badge prints, Star W...

We conclude our discussion of Alexander Freed's Reign of Empire: Mask of Fear with a look at Bail Organa's attempt to clear the name of the Jedi, Soujen's quest for revenge, and more.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust , we discuss: Bail Organa's attempt to bring down the Emperor by exposing the truth of the Jedi, How Bail's mission differs from Mon Mothma's goals, T...

Casting for Starfighter , Andy Serkis on Andor season 2, and the return of Spaceballs feature in this week's Star Wars news.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust , we discuss: Mia Goth joining the cast of Star Wars: Starfighter , A brief synopsis of Starfighter making its way around the internet, Andy Serkis on Kino Loy not appearing in season two of Andor , and The an...

We are going back to the days after the birth of the Galactic Empire with part one of our discussion of Alexander Freed's Reign of Empire: Mask of Fear .   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust , we discuss: Our overall thoughts about this novel, The setting of the novel after the conclusion of the war with the Separatists, Mon Mothma's goals in this novel and what happen...

Industrial Light & Magic create lava for Mustafar, undead pirates for Pirates of the Caribbean , and a digital car escape from aliens in the last episode of Light & Magic .   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust , we discuss: The legacy of George Lucas as discussed by many of the visual effects artists at Industrial Light & Magic, The influence of Ray Harryhausen on ILM,...

This week's Star Wars news features a few anecdotes about Mark Hamill and his future playing Luke Skywalker.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust , we discuss: Mark Hamill on his future as Luke Skywalker, How Hamill learned to embrace his time playing Luke, The trick that Mark Hamill uses to identify true Star Wars fans, Whether Fennec Shand might appear in The Mandalo...

With Andor behind us, we put the notion that it will change the way we see Rogue One to the test.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust , we discuss: Diego Luna's quote about Andor that is the inspiration for this episode, How events like Cassian's actions at the Ring of Kafrene are impacted, The relationship between Cassian Andor and K-2SO is impacted by Andor , Jyn Er...

In the second episode of season two of Light & Magic , George Lucas, ILM, and their crew endure the reaction to The Phantom Menace and prepare for Attack of the Clones and more.   In this fully armed and operational episode of Podcast Stardust , we discuss: How this series helps to cement George Lucas's legacy as a movie visionary, How Ahmed Best and Rob Coleman endured the reaction to Jar Jar Bin...

We are playing a game by creating mini-marathons of movies featuring Star Wars actors in their non- Star Wars roles.   With a lack of Star Wars news as of the time of the recording, we decide to try something new. Many Star Wars actors are known for roles outside of their performances in Star Wars . Other actors famous for their roles in Star Wars don't have as extensive a career.   In this game,...