Secrets of Star Wars

For the penultimate episode of Kenobi, Mike Creavey, Angela Sealana, and Fr. Andrew Kinstetter discuss the themes of mercy, sacrifice, pride, and vengeance and how Reva and Kenobi show two sides of the fallout of Order 66, plus the promise of redemption. The post Obi-wan Kenobi, Part V appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Leia is captured ... again! Dom, Mike C., Mike D., Angela, Andrew, and Thomas discuss the parallels to A New Hope; how young Leia is growing on them; and why this is a story of Kenobi's healing from betrayal and failure. The post Obi-wan Kenobi, Part IV appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Confrontation! Thomas Sanjurjo, Mike Creavey, and Mike Denz discuss Part IIi of the Kenobi series, including that duel, but also wonder if this series undermines other parts of canon, if Vader is too brutal, and how those tunnels work. The post Obi-wan Kenobi, Part III appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Kenobi! Dom Bettinelli, Isabella Bettinelli, Mike Denz, and Thomas Sanjurjo discuss the plethora of announcements at Star Wars Celebration and then dive into the first two episodes of the new Kenobi series. The post Obi-Wan Kenobi, Parts I and II appeared first on StarQuest Media .

John Jackson Miller! Fr. Andrew, Angela, and Mike sit down with the author and discuss his many writings from comics to novels in the Star Wars universe and other franchises! They also discuss the deeper philosophical implications of the Force and how it relates to Obi-Wan and the larger galaxy. The post John Jackson Miller appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Despite Imperial jamming, Fr. Andrew, Angela, Thomas, and Mike, plus Andrew H from Galaxy's Edge, celebrated Star Wars Day with a YouTube live stream, including audience questions, show and tell, and discussion of the upcoming Kenobi series. The post May the Fourth LIVE 2022 appeared first on StarQuest Media .

How did George Lucas' experience of motherhood influence his characters? Angela Sealana, Thomas Sanjurjo, and Fr. Andrew Kinstetter make an exploration of mother figures in Star Wars! The post Motherhood in Star Wars appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Our Star Wars RPG adventure continues as Fr. Andrew Kinstetter, Mike Creavey, Andrew Hermiz, and Thomas Sanjurjo are rejoined by Angela Sealana, who brings a new character to the story who will increase tensions while the crew is trying to get out of a tight spot. Also, they discuss why RPGs. The post Enter the Star Wars Story, Part 3: A New Player appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Who are the good and bad fathers in Star Wars? Mike Creavey, Thomas Sanjurjo, and Fr. Andrew Kinstetter discuss the many fathers and father-figures in Star Wars and discuss the good and the bad, including some perhaps surprising examples. The post Fatherhood in Star Wars appeared first on StarQuest Media .

A Chiss, a Bothan, and a Sullustan walk into a cantina: Join Thomas Sanjurjo, Fr. Andrew Kinstetter, Mike Creavey, and Andrew Hermiz as they play a Star Wars roleplaying game, making up an original creative story involving Rebels, Imperials, and the usual derring-do, having a blast in the process. The post Enter the Star Wars Story: Part 2, Playing an RPG appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Join the adventure! Thomas Sanjurjo and Fr. Andrew Kinstetter embark on creating a new, unique tale in a tabletop adventure set in the Star Wars Universe. Explore the creation of characters in our favorite story, see what it's like to be outside of the official story line, and how a tabletop game works. Next time, we'll get the crew together for a daring blockade run against the Empire, at the req...

Boba Fett on a rancor! Fr. Andrew, Mike, and Angela discuss the action-packed finale of the Book of Boba Fett and highlight the family themes and how Boba's growth from a solo bounty hunter into a man with a family & tribe ultimately leads him to victory and to defeat Cad Bane. The post The Book of Boba Fett, Chapter 7: In the Name of Honor appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Grogu is back (among others)! Fr. Andrew, Mike, Angela, Andrew H., and Thomas discuss the return of Grogu and his training with Luke, clearly reflecting themes of detachment, vocation, and love. They also discuss how the finale is set up by bringing in deadly bounty hunter, Cad Bane! The post The Book of Boba Fett, Chapter 6: From the Desert Comes A Stranger appeared first on StarQuest Media .

That's so wizard! Fr. Andrew, Mike, Angela, and Andrew H. discuss the return of the Mandalorian and how Din's view of his religion has changed since meeting Grogu; how his path will differ from both his old covert and Bo-Katan; and all the fun easter eggs on Tatooine leading to the finale arc with Boba Fett. The post The Book of Boba Fett, Chapter 5: The Return of The Mandalorian appeared first on...

A marriage proposal? Angela Sealana, Mike Creavey, and Thomas Sanjurjo explore the family ties and themes in Chapter 4 of Book of Boba Fett, plus discuss what that surprising musical clue at the end of the episode might mean. The post The Book of Boba Fett, Chapter 4: The Gathering Storm appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Who is Boba Fett, really? Angela Sealana, Andrew Hermiz & Mike Creavey discuss the layers of The Streets of Mos Espa; family, loss, vulnerability, and Star Wars fun. (Plus, an interesting listener theory!) The post The Book of Boba Fett: Chapter 3: Streets of Mos Espa appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Boba Fett's evolution! Thomas Sanjurjo, Angela Sealana, and Mike Creavey discuss the 2nd episode of Book of Boba Fett, including the character's continued evolution from bounty hunter to something new; the cultural assimilation he undergoes; and the allusions to both Westerns and biblical themes. The post The Book of Boba Fett: Chapter 2: Tribes of Tatooine appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Boba Fett is reborn! For this first episode of the new series, Angela Sealana & Mike Creavey dive into Book of Boba Fett's ties to Westerns, gangsters, literature, Scripture & more as they begin their weekly exploration of the new Star Wars series. The post The Book of Boba Fett: Chapter 1: Stranger in A Strange Land appeared first on StarQuest Media .

What Star Wars project are you most looking forward to? Fr. Andrew, Thomas, and Angela are joined by the "Boss Mass" himself, Dom Bettinelli, to talk about the current state of Star Wars, including predictions, expectations, and theories why Star Wars storytelling has been successful and where it will go next. The post State of Star Wars: End of 2021 appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Fate and destiny are the focal points of Akakiri and Fr. Andrew, Angela, and Thomas discuss the role of free will with a supposed destiny and why this episode is greatly subversive and yet truly Star Wars material. The post Visions: Akakiri appeared first on StarQuest Media .

Bunnies in Star Wars? We found deep family & liturgical themes, as well as Japanese cultural references in Visions: Lop & Ocho. Drop in on the conversation between Angela Sealana & Thomas Sanjurjo. The post Visions: Lop & Ocho appeared first on StarQuest Media .

For having such an incredibly short duel, The Elder tells quite a story! Fr. Andrew, Thomas, Mike, and Angela discuss this episode of Visions, its samurai roots, and why this story of a master and apprentice duo resonates so well with the wise gems about life that are revealed. The post Visions: The Elder appeared first on StarQuest Media .

It's our 100th episode celebration! Fr. Andrew, Thomas, Andrew H., Mike, and Angela mark this huge milestone by celebrating our wonderful listeners by sharing their feedback and answering their fun questions. They also share their take on the movie that started it all, Star Wars: A New Hope. The post 100th Episode Special: Star Wars: A New Hope appeared first on StarQuest Media .

What does it mean to be a Jedi? Fr. Andrew, Thomas, and Mike discuss T0-B1 and it's homage to Astro Boy and Pinocchio and relate how Tobi's growth and knighthood as a Jedi shifts everything we knew about what it means to be alive in the Star Wars universe and how the Force works. The post Visions: T0-B1 appeared first on StarQuest Media .

What does Star Wars Visions: The Ninth Jedi reveal about our own spiritual lives? Angela Sealana and Andrew Hermiz explore this question in a friendly and honest review of the anime's storytelling. The post Visions: The Ninth Jedi appeared first on StarQuest Media .