Star Wars: Cantina Chronicles

THIS WEEK The Cantina Crew grabs some beverages and debates about the Jedi who survived Order 66 and The Purge.  How many is too many? Who are the ones who lived? What other fun stories could there be about them and is Jod in the upcoming skeleton crew live action show going to end up being one?   Grab your lightsaber and robe and meet us at the Cantina!  

Somehow Adam Returns!!! THIS WEEK we cover several news topics including a newly released list of directors for Skeleton Crew,  We then go on to do a full review of the first 4 issue arc of The New Comic Star Wars: The Battle Of Jakku: Insurgency Rising  We then meander through many other topics in the Galaxy Far Far Away! lean into the barn with us and let’s talk star wars!

This week, we are chatting about the greatest musical genius of our time, the iconic and brilliant John Williams. Ben and Grant begin their discussion of the legendary composer by parsing over the new insights they’ve gleaned from the recently released documentary, Music by John Williams on Disney+. After talking about the informative and deeply moving film, the cantina crew take part in a John Wi...

This week, the cantina crew gather around the table to discuss the newly announced development deal with Simon Kinberg to create a wholly original Star Wars trilogy. 

In this week’s episode we chat about the new Skeleton Crew trailer before delving into the depths of Metagos to review the latest Star Wars novel, Mace Windu: The Glass Abyss by Steven Barnes. 

Join Grant and Adam at the bar this week, where they discuss all of the news from New York Comic Con. They examine the recent news surrounding the comics and other far-flung topics, like what impact the success of Skeleton Crew might have on the future of Star Wars, why they aren't bringing any expectations to the show, what they would like to see in the Rey movie, and the possible connection betw...

As Grant fights his way out of the Occlusion Zone, Adam and Ben discuss the Star Wars news of the week, before recruiting a Saber for Hire. We review Cavan Scott's four issue High Republic mini-series following Ty Yorirck: Monster Hunter, and get glimpses of her traumatic past and a greater perspective on the battle with the Nihl. Grab yourself a drink and saddle up to the bar!. 

Episode 61 - The Fallen Council   This week, the cantina crew discuss the exciting prospect of an Obi-wan Kenobi Season 2 and explore possible story ideas for this next adventure. After a spirited conversation about Kenobi, we dive into our review of George Mann’s latest High Republic novel, Tears of the Nameless. ”

Now that we’ve all rolled credits on Star Wars: Outlaws, we finally delve into the story, characters and major reveals while also sharing our final thoughts on the game and how future Star Wars titles could build on the Outlaws formula. After a lengthy chat about Outlaws, we share our review of the Star Wars: Inquisitors comic miniseries followed by you guessed it, more chit-chat about the Rey fil...

At last, the time has come to review the final issue of Darth Vader. Greg Pak delivers a poetic and fitting conclusion to an unforgettable tale about Vader’s pursuit of ultimate power and the painful memories that keep him from wielding it. Stay tuned towards the end of the show for another, no holds barred, conversation about the Rey film! 

This week, we breakdown rumors surrounding the development of The New Jedi Order film and chat about Ben’s progress in Star Wars: Outlaws before returning to the High Republic era to review the latest issues of High Republic: Adventures and the Kelnacca one-shot. Rarrrrggghh! 

This week, we start the pod with a tribute and honorary toast to the life of the legendary stage  and screen performer, James Earl Jones. After we remark upon Jones’ prolific career and the powerful presence he brought to Darth Vader, we return to our coverage of the comics. Join us as we dive into the fungal network on the living planet of Gazian to discuss final issue of the Star Wars main run! 

Your favorite gang of scoundrels are back in the cantina to discuss more Star Wars: Outlaws! As we dig into the game, Ben and Adam share highlights from their time in the open world and praise the game for the bounty of side missions it offers, while Grant shares his final critique of the game and hopes for the future of open world Star Wars experiences. 

The time has come to review the first triple-A, open world Star Wars game in ‘Star Wars: Outlaws’ developed by Ubisoft and Massive Entertainment alongside partner Lucasfilm Games. Join us inside the ‘Broken Hoof’ for a spoiler-free chat about our early impressions of the game and hear our thoughts for how the next iteration of open world Star Wars could build upon the sturdy foundation that is, St...

Join us as we pour one out for The Acolyte, a show that brought compelling ideas to Star Wars and setup tantalizing questions that we sadly may never see resolved as the show is reported to have not been renewed for a second season. We then take our time calling out the toxic contingent of Star Wars fans and the rage-filled content mills on YouTube claiming “victory” over this announcement. After...

This week, the gang is back together to breakdown all the latest news and announcements from D23! After discussing the event, we pitch an idea for how to combine two film projects absent from the showcase. 

Star Wars Cantina Chronicles Episode 52 - Unlimited Power   This week, we are joined by our good friend Jason for a chat about Fantasy Flight’s wildly exciting trading card game, Star Wars Unlimited! After sharing our thoughts about the game in the six months since its release and exploring our predictions for leader cards in the upcoming set, Twilight of the Republic, we switch hyperlanes to disc...

This week, Adam, Ben and Grant parse through all the latest news from the Lucasfilm Publishing Panel at SDCC as a fitting lead-in to their review of recently completed arcs in the Star Wars comics that are on stands now, such as the Jango Fett miniseries and The Trial of Lando Calrissian featured in the Star Wars main run (Star Wars #43-#47). 

This week, we venture beyond the Stormwall to review the latest High Republic novel, ‘Temptation of the Force’ by Tessa Gratton. Before we dive into the book and discuss Jedi coupling, battles with the Nameless and a mysterious blight that threatens the galaxy, we conduct a final Medal Ceremony for The Acolyte! 

Still in utter disbelief and fascination of all that unfolded in the finale of The Acolyte, we do our best to collect ourselves for our last instant reaction podcast for season one. It happened, Darth Plagueis The Wise has appeared in a live-action Star Wars story! We discuss the mysterious Sith Lord and his possible involvement with story thus far. We also discuss Sol’s tragic end, Vernestrah’s a...

This week, we’re back in the cantina for another instant reaction pod for The Acolyte! As we breakdown all the scenes in Episode 7, “Choice,” we dissect and scrutinize Jedi protocol and conduct, analyze the impulsive and damaging choices made by our favorite noble knights and how a droid could’ve helped avert the crisis that unfolded on Brendok 16 years ago… 

While Ben enjoys time on the relaxing beaches of Glee Anselm, Adam and Grant share their instant reactions to Episode 6 of The Acolyte! We discuss The Stranger's tactics and methods of seduction in his attempt to engender trust with Osha, Sol and Mae's cat & mouse game aboard a cramped Jedi transport, and most importantly, the arrival of Vernestrah Rwoh on the scene, that is, the crime scene l...

With Adam still on an away mission, Ben and Grant do their best to breakdown and share their instant reactions to the high-octane Episode 5 of The Acolyte. Join us as we plunge into a discussion about; the deeply compelling Sith villain revealed in the episode, the tragic loss of exceptional Jedi we’ve grown to admire, Osha’s possible brainwashing by the Jedi and the Aniseya sisters trading places...

Cantina Chronicles Episode 46 - The Phantom Master Join us as we use the daylight hours wisely to share our instant reactions to Episode 4 of The Acolyte. After the sun sets on our scene-by-scene breakdown, the darkness takes hold and we dive into our theories surrounding the many mysteries presented in the show including; the wrongdoings of the Jedi, the mysterious death of Kelnacca, and of cours...

This week, the crew gathers in the cantina minutes after the release of episode three of The Acolyte to share their instant reactions! With more light shed on the tragic events that befell Mae, Osha and their family of witches on Brendok sixteen years ago, we try to piece together the dangling threads that remain unanswered and predict what reveals lie ahead.