The Star Wars Underworld Podcast

It's a jam packed episode of The SWU Podcast this week!  First, Dominic, Ben, and Chris are joined by Corey Van Dyke and Noah Outlaw from Kessel Run Transmissions to break down the announcement of the new animated series Star Wars: The Bad Batch .  They share their thoughts on the series, and the choice of these characters to focus, and where this story can go.  Corey and Noah also talk about how...

This week on The Clone Wars Strikes Back, Dominic and Ciaran begin their look back season seven of The Clone Wars by discussing the Martez Sisters arc.  They get into some of the galactic issues presented in this arc, including how the Jedi are perceived by the people of the galaxy.  They also discuss how this arc depicts the ways Palpatine was able to rise to power by playing on the already exist...

On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris continue the SWU Podcast film commentary series by watching and discussing Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith .  They break down the conclusion to the prequel trilogy, focusing on how it depicts Anakin's ultimate fall to the dark side and the role that Palpatine, Obi-Wan, and the Jedi Order play in that.  They also recall their experience seeing the film in 3D...

On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris get caught up on the latest Star Wars news!  They start with a bounty of publishing news, including a slew of The Mandalorian books, the Doctor Aphra audiobook cast, The Clone Wars short stories, and what really happened to the The Making Of The Force Awakens book.  They also discuss recent comments from Deborah Chow about making The Mandalorian and the Obi...

On this episode, Dominic and Ciaran are joined by Din of the band F-105, Kareem Dharsee from Order 416, and Matt Neugebauer of the For Christ's Sake, Anakin! podcast to discuss the 2003 micro series Star Wars: Clone Wars. They look back on the series and how it compares to the 2008 series, as well as how it connects to the larger themes of the saga. They also break down the series' depictions of A...

On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris discuss the future of the Star Wars franchise.  They begin by discussing the rumor that Rian Johnson's trilogy will begin following Taika Waititi's Star Wars movie.  They analyze what this says about what Lucasfilm is thinking after the sequel trilogy, and what Star Wars needs to do in this current movie climate.  Then they discuss Oscar Isaac's recent comm...

On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris are joined by SWU Senior Tie-In Materials Correspondent Chris "Starrapter" Abbott to discuss the newly revealed Star Wars Squadrons video game.  They discuss the potential of a new flight simulator game, as well as the few story details revealed.  Then they talk about the news that Star Wars Celebration Anaheim has been postponed to 2022.  They also discuss...

This week on The SWU Podcast, we have a different sort of episode.  Dominic, Ben, and Chris discuss what's been going on in the world in the past two weeks with the #BlackLivesMatter protests and what we all can do to help.  They also highlight the words of John Boyega and Naomi Ackie about their life experiences.  Then they discuss the first two episodes of Jedi Temple Challenge , what they liked...

On this episode, Dominic and Ben break down the latest Star Wars news!  They discuss the first trailer for the new Jedi Temple Challenge show, and their excitement for the series.  They also talk about the possibility of Enfys Nest making an appearance in the Cassian show.  They also delve into new announcements about the future of The High Republic and Star Wars VR from ILMxLABs.  Plus, what coul...

On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris celebrate the 40th anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back , sharing memories associated with the film and some thoughts on what makes the film stand out.  Then they discuss the first three episode of Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian , what works about the series and some of their takeaways from the behind the scenes of The Mandalorian . They also delve into...

On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris, get caught up on all the latest Star Wars news, including the announcement that Taika Waititi and Krysty Wilson-Cairns are making a new Star Wars film and that Leslye Headland is making a Star Wars series for Disney+.  They also discuss the latest casting rumors, Temuera Morrison and Katee Sackhoff, for season two of The Mandalorian , including how Boba Fe...

On this episode, Dominic, Ciaran, Ben, and Chris discuss the series finale of Star Wars: The Clone Wars , "Victory and Death".  They discuss the way the episode portrayed the drama of Order 66 from a different perspective than Revenge of the Sith .  They also discuss the relationship between Ahsoka Tano and Captain Rex, and how their bond is what saves them in the end.  Then they delve into the me...

On this episode, Dominic, Ciaran, Chris, and Ben are joined by Clare Stribling (The Imperial Senate Podcast) to discuss the penultimate Clone Wars episode, "Shattered".  They discuss what it was like seeing Order 66 play out on screen again, 15 years after Revenge of the Sith was released.  They also discuss the near team up between Ahsoka and Maul, as well as the lengths Ahsoka goes to to save Re...

On this episode, Dominic and Ben get you set for this year's Star Wars Day (May the 4th Be With You!), previewing the finale of The Clone Wars , talking about ReedPop's virtual Star Wars convention, and The Rise of Skywalker 's arrival on Disney+. They also discuss the latest (official!) news about the upcoming Cassian Andor series, including casting additions and behind the scenes shake-ups.  The...

On this episode, Dominic, Ciaran, and Chris are joined by friend of the show Katie Horn (@PoeHotDameron on Twitter) to discuss the episode "The Phantom Apprentice". They delve into Maul's motivations in this episode, and what it says about his character. They also talk about the way Ahsoka responds to reveals from both Maul and Obi-Wan and how that plays into her beliefs about the Jedi council and...

On this episode, Ashley Eckstein (Ahsoka Tano) joins the show to discuss the final season of The Clone Wars so far, as well as the legacy of Ahsoka.  Then, Dominic, Ben, and Chris break down the latest Star Wars news, including the reports that Russian Doll creator Leslye Headland.  They discuss what the series could be and what this hiring represents.  Then they delve into the latest updates abou...

On this episode, Dominic, Ciaran, Chris, and Ben are joined by Eric Strothers of The Bad Motivators and The Sith List Podcasts to discuss the Clone Wars episode "Old Friends Not Forgotten".  They discuss Ahsoka's various reunions of this episode, with Anakin, Rex, and Obi-Wan.  They also discuss how the previous arcs impact the story of this arc.  They also break down some of the best action scene...

On this episode, Dominic and Ben get you set for the final four episodes of Star Wars: The Clone Wars by breaking down the "Siege of Mandalore" trailer.  Then they discuss the announcement of the new Mandalorian docuseries debuting on Disney+ on May 4th, as well as Rosario Dawson's comments about whether she's in season two of The Mandalorian . They also discuss the new casting rumors about the up...

On this episode, Dominic, Ciaran, Ben, and Chris discuss the Clone Wars episode "Together Again".  They discuss how this episode brings to a conclusion the "Ashoka's Walkabout" arc, and whether the elements that were included to set up the next arc, the siege of Mandalore.  They also delve into the importance of this moment in Ahsoka's live, and how the fortune cookies for the episodes in this arc...

It's the 10th anniversary of The Star Wars Underworld, and we celebrate with a deep dive on one of our favourite TV shows and a trip down SWU memory lane.  First, Dominic interviews Clone Wars Concept and Design artist Russell Chong about his time working on the series, what makes a good Star Wars design, and life at Skywalker Ranch.  Then, Dominic, Ben, and Chris look back at the origins of The S...

On this episode, Dominic, Ciaran, and Chris are joined by friend of the show Din of the band F-105 to discuss the Clone Wars episode "Dangerous Debt".  They break down how this episode (and larger arc) shows the failings of the Jedi order, and Ahsoka's reactions to it.  They also talk about the Martez sisters' backstory and how this episode furthers their journey.  They also get into the surprise...

On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris discuss the latest releases relating to The Rise of Skywalker , the novelization and the documentary The Skywalker Legacy .  They break down the ways the documentary increases their appreciation of the film, while also highlighting some of the reveals made in the film. Then they debate whether or not novelizations are necessary in this day and age, before t...

On this episode, Dominic, Ciaran, Ben, and Chris are joined by Kareem Dharsee from Order 416 to discuss the Clone Wars episode "Deal Or No Deal".  They discuss Ahsoka's continued exposure to what life is like outside the Jedi order.  They also break down how the episode challenges our notions about the "goodness" of the Republic and the Jedi, and the challenges for people like Trace and Rafa in na...

On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris discuss the news that Ahsoka Tano will be appearing in season two of The Mandalorian and that Rosario Dawson will be playing her.  Then they open up the phone lines to talk to SWU listeners about a variety of topics including Admiral Ackbar in The Last Jedi , more The Mandalorian casting reports, and other animated characters making the jump to live action....

On this episode, Dominic and Chris are joined by Lauren Scott of Channel 1138 to discuss the Clone Wars episode "Gone With A Trace".  They discuss the introduction of the Martez sisters, Trace and Rafa, and their current dynamic and how Ahsoka may impact that. They also talk Ahsoka's adjustment to life in the lower levels (the underworld) of Coruscant, and the way the Jedi are perceived by the peo...