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Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review  The High Republic: Into the Dark  by Claudia Gray. Padawan Reath Silas is being sent from the cosmopolitan galactic capital of Coruscant to the undeveloped frontier—and he couldn’t be less happy about it. He’d rather stay at the Jedi Temple, studying the archives. But when the ship he’s traveling on is knocked out of hyperspace in a galactic-wide disa...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review  Light of the Jedi  by Charles Soule, the first novel in the new  The High Republic  era. It is a golden age. Intrepid hyperspace scouts expand the reach of the Republic to the furthest stars, worlds flourish under the benevolent leadership of the Senate, and peace reigns, enforced by the wisdom and strength of the renowned order of Force users known a...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they look back on Season 2 of  The Mandalorian . The Mandalorian and the Child continue their journey, facing enemies and rallying allies as they make their way through a dangerous galaxy in the tumultuous era after the collapse of the Galactic Empire. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For over a decade, I...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the incredible Season 2 finale of  Star Wars:  The Mandalorian  “The Rescue.” The Mandalorian and his allies attempt a daring rescue. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For over a decade, Ion Cannon has covered every corner of the saga, from the films and animated series like  The Cl...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William, along with Sean Keane from CNET, as they discuss the massive Star Wars announcements coming out of Disney’s Investor Day. The event featured announcements and details on 11 upcoming projects including a  Rogue Squadron movie and multiple live action and animated series like  Ahsoka, Rangers of the New Republic, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Andor, Lando, The Acolyte, The Ba...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the sixth episode of  Star Wars:  The Mandalorian  Season 2 “The Tragedy.” They also review the newly released book  The Art of The Mandalorian by Phil Szostak. The Mandalorian and Child travel to an ancient site. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For over a decade, Ion Cannon has c...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the fifth episode of  Star Wars:  The Mandalorian  Season 2 “The Jedi,” featuring the live action introduction of fan-favorite character Ahsoka Tano. The Mandalorian journeys to a world ruled by a cruel magistrate who has made a powerful enemy. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the fourth episode of  Star Wars:  The Mandalorian  Season 2 “The Siege.” The Mandalorian rejoins old allies for a new mission. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For over a decade, Ion Cannon has covered every corner of the saga, from the films and animated series like  The Clone Wa...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the third episode of  Star Wars:  The Mandalorian  Season 2 “The Heiress.” The Mandalorian braves high seas and meets unexpected allies. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For over a decade, Ion Cannon has covered every corner of the saga, from the films and animated series like  The...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the second episode of  Star Wars:  The Mandalorian Season 2 “The Passenger.” The Mandalorian must ferry a passenger with precious cargo on a risky journey. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For over a decade, Ion Cannon has covered every corner of the saga, from the films and animat...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review the thrilling Season 2 premiere of  Star Wars:  The Mandalorian , “The Marshal.” The Mandalorian is drawn to the Outer Rim in search of others of his kind. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For over a decade, Ion Cannon has covered every corner of the saga, from the films and animat...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they review Thrawn Ascendancy: Chaos Rising by Timothy Zahn, Thrawn’s origin story and our first glimpse at the inner workings of the Chiss Ascendancy. Beyond the edge of the galaxy lies the Unknown Regions: chaotic, uncharted, and near impassable, with hidden secrets and dangers in equal measure. And nestled within its swirling chaos is the Ascendancy, home...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they break down the trailer for Season 2 of  The Mandalorian . What will happen in the sophomore season of the Emmy award winning series? We’ll find out on October 30, 2020. The Mandalorian and the Child continue their journey, facing enemies and rallying allies as they make their way through a dangerous galaxy in the tumultuous era after the collapse of the...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William for a discussion about the Future of Star Wars on Disney+. This panel was originally recorded during ForceFest 2020, a fan-run celebration of Star Wars which filled the void left by the cancelation of Star Wars Celebration Anaheim 2020. You can also watch the original live stream —complete with video—on GetVokl. After the success of The Mandalorian and The Clone Wars...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William on GetVokl  on Saturday, August 29 at 1:30pm Pacific time for a special panel on the future of Star Wars on Disney+ during ForceFest! Star Wars Celebration may be canceled, but that doesn’t mean we can’t come together to celebrate our love of Star Wars . Attendees will be able to see our video and ask questions, but if you miss it you’ll still be ab...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they discuss the exciting announcement of the next Star Wars animated series The Bad Batch ! The series is a spiritual successor to The Clone Wars and will follow Clone Force 99 in the early days of the Empire. The series follows the elite and experimental clones of the Bad Batch (first introduced in  The Clone Wars ) as they find their way in a rapidly changing g...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William as they look back on the seventh and final season of  Star Wars: The Clone Wars . A few years ago, we never could have imagined that we’d get closure for this seminal series. Did it live up to the anticipation? Tune in to find out. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For over a decade, Ion Cannon has cove...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William, along with  Riley and Bethany  from The Star Wars Report , as they review the series finale of  Star Wars: The Clone Wars  “Victory and Death.” Ahsoka and Rex must use their wit and skills to survive the turbulent end of the Clone Wars. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For over a decade, Ion Can...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William, along with  Andrew Lupi  (co-founder of this very podcast!), as they review “Shattered,” the heartbreaking penultimate episode of  Star Wars: The Clone Wars . After capturing Maul on Mandalore, Ahsoka’s journey to the Jedi Council is disrupted when Order 66 is declared, turning her world upside down. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainmen...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William, along with  Aaron Goins  from Star Wars Bookworms , as they review “The Phantom Apprentice,” the second installment in the long-awaited Siege of Mandalore arc—the final arc of  Star Wars: The Clone Wars . Ahsoka and Republic forces confront Maul on Mandalore. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William, along with  Sean Keane  from CNET , as they review “Old Friends Not Forgotten,” the first installment of the long-awaited Siege of Mandalore arc and the beginning of the end of  Star Wars: The Clone Wars . Anakin and Obi-Wan must decide whether to help Ahsoka pursue Maul or rescue Palpatine. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William, along with Michael and Christy  from the  MandoCast  and Sabers and Spells , as they review the eighth episode of  Star Wars: The Clone Wars  Season 7 and the end of the Ahsoka’s Walkabout arc, “Together Again.” Ahsoka bargains for the sisters’ freedom and makes a startling discovery. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William, along with Amy Ratcliffe from the  Nerdist , as they review the seventh episode of  Star Wars: The Clone Wars  Season 7, “Dangerous Debt.” Taken prisoner by the Pykes, Ahsoka and the Martez sisters attempt to escape. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For over a decade, Ion Cannon has covered ever...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William, along with Matt Rushing from Aggressive Negotiations and the 602 Club , as they review the sixth episode of  Star Wars: The Clone Wars  Season 7, “Deal No Deal.” Trace makes a rash decision after learning what they are transporting is for the Pyke Syndicate. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. For...

Join Tom, Stephen, and William, along with Ahsoka expert  McKenna (@callmesnips) , as they review the fifth episode of  Star Wars: The Clone Wars  Season 7, “Without a Trace.” Ahsoka is finally back! Ahsoka befriends a pilot but must hide her Jedi past while trying to stop a dangerous droid. The Ion Cannon Podcast is your source for entertainment reviews from a galaxy far, far away. Fo...