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Caitlin and Charlotte talk Beth Revis’ new Star Wars book, “The Princess and the Scoundrel,” all about Han and Leia’s wedding and honeymoon. Before diving in, we discuss some future plans and Caitlin shares a story about introducing her nieces to Star Wars. First, we discuss our initial impressions of the book and what really resonated with us. Did the Halcyon inclusion work? Then, we dive into th...

Andor is just around the corner! We participated in three roundtable interviews with Diego Luna (Cassian Andor & Executive Producer), Genevieve O’Reilly (Mon Mothma), and Kyle Soller (Syril Karn) & Denise Gough (Dedra Meero) where we got to ask them about their roles in the upcoming series. What makes Cassian so compelling? If the Rebellion is built on hope, what is the Empire built on? How does M...

With Andor right around the corner, Caitlin and Charlotte revisit 2016’s ROGUE ONE and talk about it through the lens of 3 different themes: Hate, Trust, and Redemption. In part one, we talk about hate, self-loathing, and righteous hatred. In part two, we talk about how trust has a domino-effect throughout the film and ultimately serves as the glue. Finally, in part three, we talk about how ROGUE...

LEGO Star Wars Summer Vacation is here! On this special episode, we have a spoiler-filled (you’ve been warned!) discussion about the show, followed by a chat with the incredible Yvette Nicole Brown (Lieutenant Valeria) about her Star Wars fandom, returning to LEGO, her amazing LEGO collection, and so much more. Then, Ken Cunningham (Director) and David Shayne (Writer and Executive Producer) return...

We attended a couple of incredible roundtable interviews for LIGHT & MAGIC, Lawrence Kasdan’s 6-part documentary series about Industrial Light & Magic. We couldn’t recommend the series more. We spoke to Lawrence Kasdan (!!!!), the director of LIGHT & MAGIC, writer of THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK, RETURN OF THE JEDI, THE FORCE AWAKENS, SOLO: A STAR WARS STORY, RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK, and so much more....

In part 3 of our series covering the anthology “Our Blessed Rebel Queen”, we look at Andrew Kemp-Wilcox’s essay, “Harvesting the Celebrity Interface: Carrie Fisher, Virtual Performance, and Software Stars”. The essay covers the topics of digital performance, online persona, the concept of the “software celebrity”, and consumerism. We continue analyzing our relationship to Princess Leia and Carrie...

It’s been a few weeks since Obi-Wan Kenobi wrapped up on Disney+, and we asked YOU for your burning questions to answer. Some topics covered: Should there be a season 2? How did Qui-Gon become a ghost? Has Star Wars dwelled too much on the Skywalkers and what’s the future? Favorite Obi-Wan and Leia moment? And so much more!   https://www.patreon.com/skytalkers http://skytalkers.com  http://www.twi...

The finale of Obi-Wan Kenobi is here and oh wow, our emotions. On this episode: We talk through all the relationships in the episode from Reva and Obi-Wan to Obi-Wan and Vader to Luke and the Lars’. Caitlin details “Star Wars is tragedy” and how this episode fits into that through catharsis, destiny, fate. We say goodbye to Deborah Chow’s brilliant series and reflect on so, so much here.    Send u...

OMG this episode!!! We discuss everything to do with Obi-Wan Kenobi Part V, including flashbacks, references, Reva’s amazing character arc, what’s the come, Obi-Wan emotions, Tala, and so much more. https://www.patreon.com/skytalkers http://skytalkers.com  http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod https://www.tiktok.com/@skytalkers  http://facebook.com/skytalkerspod  https://www.instagram.com/skytalker...

We’re back to discuss Obi-Wan Kenobi: Part IV, directed by Deborah Chow! Caitlin and Charlotte give their reactions on this episode and speculate on the future of the next two episodes.   A Fan Of x Skytalkers Collaboration Shirts: https://afanof.shop/    https://www.patreon.com/skytalkers http://skytalkers.com  http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod https://www.tiktok.com/@skytalkers  http://facebo...

We’re back to discuss Part III of “Obi-Wan Kenobi”! Charlotte and Caitlin give their reactions to what happens in this episode, hallucinations, Padmé mentions, sad Obi-Wan thoughts, and so much more.   Credit for spotting the Hayden Christensen/James Earl Jones line melding of “I am what you made me” goes to Thank the Maker podcast!   https://www.patreon.com/skytalkers http://skytalkers.com  http:...

We’re back from Star Wars Celebration Anaheim! We’re here to recap our trip to California: Our Disneyland days, those perfect 4 days of Star Wars Celebration, funny stories, and much more. Plus, hear audio Caitlin recorded from inside the Lucasfilm Studio Showcase of John Williams.   https://www.patreon.com/skytalkers http://skytalkers.com  http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod https://www.tiktok.c...

We’re LIVE at Star Wars Celebration Anaheim! Here’s our discussion of the first two episodes of our most anticipated show of the year, Obi-Wan Kenobi. We loved sharing this experience with you all! Please note: there’s a Q&A portion at the end that gets a bit wonky with the audio; I raised the levels so the questions are discernible but it’s a little strange, audio-wise.    Thanks to everyone who...

We were fortunate enough to be invited back to do a roundtable interview with Hayden Christensen ahead of the premiere of “Obi-Wan Kenobi”! This is truly a dream come true, and we hope you enjoy this interview! Charlotte and Caitlin ask Hayden about his interpretation of the character of Anakin and Vader, Vader’s state of mind, and what Star Wars means to him. Thank you again to Lucasfilm and Disn...

The craziest thing ever but yes we interviewed Ewan McGregor, Moses Ingram, and Deborah Chow for the show. Hear Caitlin and Charlotte ask Ewan, Moses, and Deborah about their work on the upcoming show, Obi-Wan Kenobi. Thanks so much to Disney and Lucasfilm for this incredible opportunity we will never forget.    Our fellow round table participants are: Dan Zehr of Coffee With Kenobi, James Burns o...

… and you’re listening to Skytalkers! Star Wars Celebration Anaheim is SO CLOSE — right around the corner! Settle in and listen to Charlotte and Caitlin speak specifically about our plans and some more tips for this upcoming Star Wars Celebration. We chat about our packing lists, our panel wishlist, Star Wars Nite at Disneyland tips, the best memories, and so much more.    Skytalkers will be on th...

Happy Star Wars Month! We’re 3 weeks away from Obi-Wan Kenobi and we’re SO excited. On this episode, Caitlin and Charlotte discuss the latest trailer for the show and give some high-level themes they hope are explored with regards to Obi-Wan’s character. May 4th talk, cute droids, Celebration podcast stage plans, and much more.    Skytalkers will be on the Podcast Stage on 5/27 at 3:30 PM at Celeb...

Caitlin and Charlotte continue their multi-part series discussing essays on Carrie Fisher and Princess Leia from “Our Blessed Rebel Queen: Essays on Carrie Fisher and Princess Leia,” edited by Linda Mizejewski and Tanya D. Zuk. This episode covers the essay “Gatekeeping the Past: Fandom and the Gendered Cultural Memory of Star Wars” by Philipp Dominik Keidl. On the episode: More talk of commodific...

Caitlin and Charlotte begin a multi-part series discussing essays on Carrie Fisher and Princess Leia from “Our Blessed Rebel Queen: Essays on Carrie Fisher and Princess Leia,” edited by Linda Mizejewski and Tanya D. Zuk. In this episode, we discuss “Who Owns Carrie Fisher? A complicated embodiment of manufactured commodity and avatar of resistance.” by Jennifer M. Fogel. Topics include commodifica...

At long last, Caitlin and Charlotte finally read “The Fallen Star” by Claudia Gray, Phase 1’s final adult novel in the High Republic series. We give our impressions of the book, then move into a deeper conversation about symbolism and the (many) deaths in this book. Finally, we read and react to book quotes and highlight some of our favorite moments. Spoilers abound! All this and more on this epis...

It’s here, it’s finally here! Charlotte and Caitlin celebrate the release of the first glimpse into the Obi-Wan Kenobi limited series: the teaser trailer! The hype is so real and we have ascended to another planet (not only Tatooine!). Theories and speculation, themes, favorite parts, those musical cues, and so much more.    https://www.patreon.com/skytalkers http://skytalkers.com  http://www.twit...

We just got back from the Galactic Starcruiser, the Halcyon! Listen in for what we thought, the food, the music, the room, everything! Part 1 includes a spoiler-free review. Part 2 is deeply spoiler-filled — tread lightly!    Spoiler-Free Reaction begins at 4:00 Spoiler-Filled Reaction begins around 1:13:00.   https://www.patreon.com/skytalkers http://skytalkers.com  http://www.twitter.com/skytalk...

Charlotte and Caitlin answer your burning Boba Fett questions in this episode. Topics include what we’d like if season 2 happens, Luke & Grogu, Omega, comparing Rex & Boba, Mando’a language, titles, marketing, and much more.    https://www.patreon.com/skytalkers http://skytalkers.com  http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod https://www.tiktok.com/@skytalkers  http://facebook.com/skytalkerspod  https:...

The finale of The Book of Boba Fett is here! Chapter 7 “In the Name of Honor,” directed by Robert Rodriguez, was such a fun, action-packed episode. We discuss the twists and turns, what we thought of the finale, and so much more.   Email us your Boba questions: hello@skytalkers.com    https://www.patreon.com/skytalkers http://skytalkers.com  http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod https://www.tiktok....

Wow — we’re still recovering from this Boba Fett episode! Caitlin and Charlotte discuss Chapter 6 of The Book of Boba Fett, directed by Dave Filoni.    https://www.patreon.com/skytalkers http://skytalkers.com  http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod https://www.tiktok.com/@skytalkers  http://facebook.com/skytalkerspod  https://www.instagram.com/skytalkerspodcast  http://www.twitter.com/crerrity  http...