Explore every episode of the podcast Into A Larger World
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| Episode 053 - Wrapping Up 2025 | 31 Dec 2025 | 00:11:49 | |
Today Kara is (finally) back and wrapping up 2025! Remember that crazy Andor release schedule? Star Wars Celebration in Japan? The news about Starfighter and Ryan Gosling? The promos, the trailers, and much more fandom madness is covered in this episode to close out the year. Be sure to follow along in 2026 for so much more, with fan history deep dives and awesome interviews to come! To see Kara, Travis, and Patience react in real time to the Starfighter news (as mentioned in the episode) head to this link and check out timestamp 21:20 ~ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q_ApDygfW1g&t=1472s Follow along with Kara and the IALW Podcast on Instagram! Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon and check out her Celebration Database Blog! If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com "Beauty Flow" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | |||
| Episode 052 - Skytalkers | 24 Jul 2025 | 01:21:24 | |
Kara is so happy to be joined today by Charlotte and Caitlin from Skytalkers! They discuss the origin of their Star Wars fandom and their amazing podcast, and look back over the years since they started. Reflections on the sequel trilogy era, the joy of speculation, and hopes for the future of our fandom are also covered in this great convo. Listen today and be sure to head over to the Skytalkers podcast feed to catch up with all of their amazing episodes! You can find everything Skytalkers including their Patreon and more here and follow them on Instagram here! Follow along with Kara and the IALW Podcast on Instagram! Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon and check out her Celebration Database Blog! If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com "Beauty Flow" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | |||
| Episode 044 - Justin Sonfield | 13 Mar 2025 | 01:57:24 | |
One of the most unique and iconic parts of the Star Wars fan community is the costuming groups. Kara is joined today by Justin Sonfield, Legion Commanding Officer of the 501st. He answers all of Kara's nagging questions about the 501st Legion and all the intricacies of the group, as well as talking about his own Star Wars fandom and cosplay journey. Justin has a wealth of Star Wars knowledge and passion. Listen along and get inspired! Find Justin on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sonfield) and check out the 501st website to learn even more (https://www.501st.com/)! Follow along with Kara and the IALW Podcast on Instagram at https://instagram.com/intoalargerworldproject?igshid=MzRIODBiNWFIZA== Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com "Beauty Flow" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) | |||
| Episode 043 - Dustin & Nik | 20 Feb 2025 | 01:34:36 | |
In this episode, Kara is joined by Dustin & Nik from the Cherry Bombs podcast! The two of them were friends back in the prequel days, working at the same video store, and in the lead up to Phantom Menace they took a road trip with some other friends to Celebration I! Kara had a ton of questions, as you might assume, and they discuss their Celebration experience plus the lead up to Episode I, what happened after, and where their fandom lies today! When the Celebration chat starts, head to Kara's blog The Celebration Database (https://celebrationdatabase.com/2025/02/20/podcast-show-notes-dustin-niks-celebration-i-experience/) to follow along and see Dustin & Nik's pictures from that weekend! And check out their podcast Cherry Bombs, including their prequel commentary episodes and much more! (https://open.spotify.com/show/2LK8AoCrc2leSpGiZBm1Gf?si=61b365e9f0894feb) Follow along with Kara and the IALW Podcast on Instagram at https://instagram.com/intoalargerworldproject?igshid=MzRIODBiNWFIZA== Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 042 - Ashton Sharrett | 06 Feb 2025 | 01:02:05 | |
Today, Kara is joined by Ashton Sharrett to talk all about the fandom of Star Wars music. From the easter eggs hidden in the different tracks that we love dissect, to all of the different composers who have touched the Star Wars galaxy over the years, there was a lot to cover and Ashton was the perfect guest to talk about it all! Find Ashton on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/ashtonsharrett) to see all of his breakdowns and listen to the Space Opera Music Podcast featuring Ashton & Tim Griesback (https://open.spotify.com/show/7ebNAVa9wBHFnZUIQLelt3?si=c56ff5b2013e4894) Also check out the video that Ashton tells Kara about, by Red Caio on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8uvEtIWpLYI) "Beauty Flow" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) | |||
| Episode 041 - Tori Fox | 30 Jan 2025 | 01:03:09 | |
In this episode, Kara is joined by the amazing Tori Fox! Tori is a lover of Star Wars creatures and a brilliantly talented artist and creator, known for Creature Cartel and her amazing cosplays and character-inspired creations. They dig in to all the details, plus bits about the golden age of Star Wars Weekends, the love of Boba Fett, and much more. Find Tori on instagram (https://www.instagram.com/the.mandatorian) and listen to her & Savanna on The Dorky Diva Show (https://open.spotify.com/show/27Mpo5SLJnzTyOxhnBXkNv?si=zLnd3sGxRFqGNQo9EQU5yw) Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com
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| Episode 040 - 2024: The Year in Fandom | 02 Jan 2025 | 01:30:00 | |
Kara welcomes Jon Pataky to the show to recap the year in Star Wars fandom and look ahead to 2025! Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 039 - The Holiday Special & Fans feat. Nick Tierce | 14 Nov 2024 | 01:30:28 | |
The Star Wars Holiday Special is now infamous in the world of pop culture. Since the broadcast premiere in 1978, it's been mythologized, maligned, and has come full circle to be celebrated as an important piece of Star Wars history. Joined by friend of the podcast Nick Tierce, Kara dives into the relationship between fans and this iconic piece of media. What were the fanzines saying when it first premiered? How did fans find a copy in the 80s or 90s? How has the special resurfaced and grown even more beloved? And stay tuned for an incredible fan history rabbit hole as Nick recounts a Holiday Special fan art puzzle he unraveled! Find all of Nick's links and social media at his website (https://www.nicktierce.com) Follow along with Kara and the IALW Podcast on Instagram at https://instagram.com/intoalargerworldproject?igshid=MzRIODBiNWFIZA== Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 038 - Jacopo Collects | 31 Oct 2024 | 01:09:20 | |
Two of the constant themes of this podcast are community and friendship. Star Wars and the fandom surrounding it connects people from all walks of life and every corner of the globe. There's something special about making friends with people you never would have met without a galaxy far, far away. Today Kara is joined by one of those friends, Jacopo! A Star Wars fan and collector from Italy, Kara asks all about Jacopo's fandom from the very start, what it's like to be an international fan, voice dubs, Glup Shittos, and more. Plus what are the key items and holy grails in Jacopo's collection? Listen today to find out! Follow Jacopo on Instagram! (https://www.instagram.com/jacopo_collects) Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 037 - Stax Rebo | 24 Oct 2024 | 01:21:05 | |
Kara is joined today by Stef aka @staxrebo - fan artist, cosplayer, and cohost of the podcast Rise of the Glup Shitto! They talk all about the love of Star Wars creatures, plus what inspires fan creations, the wonders of Batuu, and much more. Be sure to follow Stef on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/staxrebo) and check out Rise of the Glup Shitto (https://open.spotify.com/show/2EBLfZQnJNBAs6aK6yBEDY?si=rmfiZOLnTnuo-E5da0S5Hg) Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 036 - Paul Sun-Hyung Lee | 15 Aug 2024 | 01:02:02 | |
Today Kara is honored and excited to be joined by Paul Sun-Hyung Lee! Star of both stage and screen, Paul was a lifelong Star Wars fan and even built some of his own costumes before destiny put him at the helm of a New Republic X-Wing. Kara asks Paul about his Star Wars fandom, his acting career, and what it was like to join the galaxy far, far away as Carson Teva. Paul also talks about the importance of representation on screen and in fandom, building his first Star Wars costumes, and more! Follow Paul on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/angryappa) and YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/@Bitterasiandude)! Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Q&A WITH KARA DJ - Fan History, Research, Celebration, and more! | 08 Aug 2024 | 00:33:47 | |
In this episode, Kara is answering a bunch of questions sent in by listeners! She covers everything from favorite Celebration memories, the weirdest things she's found while researching, how she keeps her sources organized, the current state of her research, and much more. Listen in for a peek behind the scenes! And stay tuned next week for a VERY special episode of Into A Larger World! Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 051 - Arezou Amin | 10 Jul 2025 | 01:16:35 | |
Today Kara is joined by Arezou Amin, author and podcast host who you can usually find over at The Geeky Waffle or on the Star Wars podcast, Space Waffles! Kara and Arezou cover Arezou's Star Wars fandom history, her love of writing, the joys of the sequel trilogy, the High Republic, and much more. And it wouldn't be complete without Kara and Arezou discussing their shared love of Fennec Shand and Boba Fett. PLUS, Arezou has read all of Star Wars current canon, so expect some book recommendations! Find Arezou on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/arezoudeetoo/) and all of Arezou's social media and other links (https://linktr.ee/arezoudeetoo) Check out The Geeky Waffle, Space Waffles, and all of their social media at https://thegeekywaffle.com/ Follow along with Kara and the IALW Podcast on Instagram! Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon and check out her Celebration Database Blog! If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com "Beauty Flow" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ | |||
| Episode 035 - Dennis Przywara & "Starwoids" | 25 Jul 2024 | 01:24:00 | |
Twenty five years ago, Episode I was on the way and the hype was unreal. Did you know there's a documentary that captures it all? Today Kara is joined by filmmaker Dennis Przywara, director of the legendary Star Wars fandom documentary "Starwoids". From chronicling the trials and tribulations of fans spending over forty days in line to being inside a Toys R Us at midnight for the toy release and having some of the only surviving footage of Star Wars Celebration 1, Dennis had some amazing Star Wars fandom stories to share. Listen in and be teleported back in time to the fandom world during the epic release of The Phantom Menace! Listeners of the podcast can watch the documentary on Vimeo for the next 48 hours! Hurry over to the link and use the password "woids2024"! (https://vimeo.com/406223807) You can also pick up the documentary on DVD to add to your collection (https://www.amazon.com/Starwoids-Daniel-Alter/dp/B00005RIYD) Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 034 - Mark Newbold | 03 Jul 2024 | 01:25:07 | |
Today Kara's talking with Mark Newbold, a Star Wars fan with a truly amazing resume. From contributing to the official Star Wars website and Star Wars Insider to creating the news site "Fantha Tracks", Mark has so many great stories about his time in the fandom. The discussion covers early Star Wars internet, UK fandom, visiting filming sites, and so much more! Find Fantha Tracks and follow all of their social media on their website (https://www.fanthatracks.com/) | |||
| Episode 033 - Holly Swinyard: A History of Fans and Fandom | 27 Jun 2024 | 01:26:46 | |
Today Kara is chatting with Holly Swinyard, the author of "A History of Fans and Fandom". The book digs into all areas of fandom, including Star Wars, and Kara asks Holly all about their own connection to the galaxy far, far away. Cosplay, fan community, and more are all up for discussion! Listen today and check out Holly's book and all of their work at www.hollyswinyard.com! You can also follow Holly on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/lilistprince) Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 032 - Eric Clayton & Spirituality in Star Wars | 20 Jun 2024 | 00:51:06 | |
Today Kara is joined by longtime Star Wars fan and author Eric Clayton. In his book "My Life With the Jedi", he talks about the spirituality found in Star Wars, and how to apply it to your everyday life. Kara was excited to talk to him about his experiences, how he bridges the gap between his spiritual teachings and his love of the franchise, and more. Check out Eric's website here (https://ericclaytonwrites.com/) and find his book "My Life With the Jedi" wherever books are sold! Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 031 - Cosplay & Bad Batch Fandom with Deena | 23 May 2024 | 00:52:37 | |
Today Kara is joined by the wonderful Deena, cosplayer and Star Wars fan, to discuss their own fandom story and one specific group of beloved clones...The Bad Batch. As the show has wrapped up after it's third season, the Bad Batch fandom has reached new heights. Through fan art and fan fiction, there has been an undeniable emotional connection. Deena gives their thoughts on why we love Clone Force 99 so much, as well as telling Kara about their cosplay ventures and the intricacies of cosplaying a character that has only been seen in animation. Find Deena on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/deena_st2) and Tik Tok (https://www.tiktok.com/@deena_st) Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 030 - Patrick Cotnoir | 02 May 2024 | 01:03:07 | |
For the 30th episode of the podcast, Kara is happy to be joined by Patrick Cotnoir! You might know Patrick from the amazing George Lucas Talk Show, an improvised talk show starring Connor Ratliff as George Lucas and his co-host Watto (yes, Watto) played by Griffin Newman. Patrick produces and books guests for the show, including many people from the Star Wars family. There was so much to discuss, from Patrick's own fandom to becoming involved with GLTS and everything in between! It's all about the love of George and Star Wars on the show today. Find Patrick on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/cotnoir)! Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 029 - Steve Sansweet Talks Celebration | 25 Apr 2024 | 00:50:57 | |
Kara is beyond honored to wrap up this month of Celebration focused episodes with the amazing Steve Sansweet. You might know him for his Guinness World Record-holding collection-turned-museum Rancho Obi-Wan, or his books about Star Wars collecting, or from his time as the head of fan relations at Lucasfilm. He was also at the ground level for the creation of Star Wars Celebration and played a huge role in bringing the event to life. Listen in as Steve tells Kara some great stories from Celebrations past. Head to Rancho Obi-Wan's website to learn how you can support the collection and stay up to date on all the latest! (https://ranchoobiwan.org/) Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 028 - That's So Celebration with Jon Pataky | 18 Apr 2024 | 01:14:12 | |
One of the best parts of Star Wars Celebration is meeting up with your fandom friends from all over the world. So it's only fitting that Kara is joined in this episode by one of her best Star Wars pals, Jon Pataky! They discuss all the best and wackiest things that make Celebration unique in a handy dandy list format, loosely titled "Things You'll Only See at Celebration". Topics include commitment ceremonies, Tony Gilroy, themed running, vegetables, and so much more. Find Jon's podcast here (https://linktr.ee/b1n1pod) and be sure to follow along on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/b1n1pod/) Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 027 - The Celebration Collecting Track with Gus Lopez | 11 Apr 2024 | 01:09:58 | |
Since the first Celebration in 1999, there have been panels about Star Wars collecting. Over time this has grown into the Collecting Track, a Celebration institution, featuring panels about all corners of the collecting world and even Collecting Track collectibles! Kara wanted to dig into the topic during this anniversary month and there was no one better to talk to than Gus Lopez, who has been there since the very beginning. They discuss the history of the Collecting Track, how it's grown and expanded over the years, and what makes it so integral to the spirit of Celebration. Check out the Collecting Track on Facebook to stay up to date before Japan and see some classic moments (https://www.facebook.com/groups/SWCollectingTrack/) Explore the galleries in the Star Wars Collector's Archive (http://theswca.com/) And find some previous panels on the Collecting Track website (https://collectingtrack.com/media/) Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 026 - Patrick T. Gorman & "Star Wars in 30 Minutes" | 04 Apr 2024 | 01:38:06 | |
Wiffle ball bats become lightsabers. Folding chairs are piloted as X-Wings. A trash can that's painted like R2-D2. These were just a few of the things that you could expect from "Star Wars in 30 Minutes", a play that was staged at Celebrations II, III, IV, VI, and Anaheim 2022. Today, Kara welcomes writer and director Patrick T. Gorman to the show as they discuss the life of the piece and it's place in Star Wars Celebration history, not to mention the other twists and turns the story takes...bringing the show to Edinburgh Fringe, expanding to "Star Wars in 60 Minutes", and being seen by The Maker himself! Listen today to learn all about it! Here's the video clip mentioned in the show (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CW6ECzsV9uA) Find more on Patrick's website (https://www.patricktgorman.com/star-wars-trilogy-in-30-minutes) Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Q&A WITH KARA DJ - Celebration, Research, and More! | 26 Jun 2025 | 00:38:34 | |
Today, Kara is back with a bunch of questions submitted by listeners on Patreon and Instagram! These questions include favorite research finds, how Kara would plan Star Wars Celebration 2027, and much more. Listen today and if you have a question, be sure to send it over for a future Q&A! Also in this episode, an update on some things Kara is currently working on... Follow along with Kara and the IALW Podcast on Instagram! Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon and check out her Celebration Database Blog! If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com "Beauty Flow" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) | |||
| Episode 025 - The Phantom Menace Countdown with Zach Hoover | 21 Mar 2024 | 01:23:43 | |
It's the show's 25th official episode and 25 years since Episode I: The Phantom Menace was fast approaching! Today on the show, Kara and special guest Zach Hoover take a look back at those spring months in 1999, counting down to a brand new Star Wars movie hitting the big screen. When you mix the special editions release, advanced ticket sale drama, and a WHOLE lot of waiting in line, you have a perfect recipe for Star Wars madness the likes of which we will probably never see again. Join Kara as she asks Zach about his firsthand experience and shares some fun facts about that wild time. Let’s party like it’s 1999! Find Zach on Instagram here (https://www.instagram.com/zhoover) Take a look inside Kara's research here (https://docs.google.com/document/d/15PkN616N9PfT-Lmge41cKW1hyOs-2Rc7AH6FwdHLdHg/edit?usp=sharing) Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 024 - Isabella Kaloyan | 14 Mar 2024 | 01:45:26 | |
Today Kara welcomes Isabella Kaloyan to the show! They discuss Isabella's journey through Star Wars fandom, from trading pins at Disneyland to creating Punch It Chewie Press with husband Arakel, and then diving into the world of social media and Star Wars fashion. Isabella recently started a new venture...a digital fandom magazine, Star Grl! Listen along as they talk about it all! The first issue of Star Grl is available NOW! Head to their site: https://www.stargrlmagazine.com/ And follow along with Isabella on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isabella.amidala Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 023 - Jay Krebs | 22 Feb 2024 | 01:10:52 | |
Today, Kara is joined by Jay Krebs, co-host of Podcast Stardust! There was so much to discuss, from Jay's fandom history to cosplay and beyond. Jay shares all about how she connects to others with her fandom, really highlighting a love for Star Wars shared amongst family and community. They also talk about some of Kara's favorite topics, namely Celebration and the Hyperspace Fanclub! Find Jay here on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/j.snipscosplay) and listen to Podcast Stardust (https://open.spotify.com/show/3gPWlEwF6Yhvr37Fl736Ni) Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 022 - Chris Kempshall | 15 Feb 2024 | 01:23:35 | |
Today Kara is excited to be joined by historian and author Dr. Chris Kempshall. Chris was one of the co-authors of the book “Battles That Changed the Galaxy”, as well as his own book “The History and Politics of Star Wars”. In this chat, they discuss the merging of your passions, finding real world connections to the galaxy far, far away, and what it takes to be a historian (Kara was dying to know).
Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| FANDOM HISTORY HIGHLIGHTS: Fanzine Ends After Empire? The Full Story | 07 Feb 2024 | 00:13:10 | |
Happy Star Wars Podcast Day! I'm happy to be participating with a brand new Fandom History Highlight. There was recently a viral post going around of a letter...a fanzine in 1981 stating that they would no longer make their zine after seeing Empire Strikes Back. Those who saw the post were commenting about how nothing ever changes. "No one hates Star Wars like a Star Wars fan," said one commenter. I wanted to dive deeper, to get the full story of why these fanzine editors didn't like Empire, why they had the strong reaction. Was it really supporting a long held negative notion about Star Wars fans? Or does the context change the narrative? Check out all the resources used in my research here (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1A242BKJF0PxFvXvFRR9dAO1ngZ-TgrLT1rNZ5OeVJSU/edit?usp=sharing) and special shout out to fanlore.org for their work in preserving fan history! Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 021 - Star Wars Sessions | 01 Feb 2024 | 01:55:20 | |
In today’s episode, Kara is joined by Matt & Luke from the Star Wars Sessions podcast! The two UK natives have been podcasting together since 2018, covering all things Star Wars in their weekly discussions. Listen in as they tell more about their origin story, their own Star Wars fandom, what it’s like loving Star Wars in the UK, and much more. Find everything you need to know about Star Wars Sessions on their website (https://starwarssessions.co.uk/), including social media and a link to their Patreon page! Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 020 - Adria Renee | 25 Jan 2024 | 01:01:54 | |
Kara is absolutely thrilled to have Adria Renee on the show today. From cosplay mashups to Her Universe fashion shows and the amazing world of fandom fashion, there was so much to cover. Also listen in to hear all about Adria’s incredible thesis project, “A Woman’s Place is in The Resistance”, a collection of work all about challenging and redefining what a Star Wars fan can be.
Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| FANDOM HISTORY HIGHLIGHTS: Who is "The Other"? | 11 Jan 2024 | 00:12:23 | |
Today is the third installment in the Fandom History Highlights series. If one thing is true about Star Wars fans, it's that we love to speculate in the lead up to a new film. In the early 80s, as Return of the Jedi approached, fans were wildly speculating over Yoda's line on Dagobah...who is "The Other"? Listen along as Kara takes you into the pages of some early 80s fanzines to find out what the theories were. What were the fans saying? Who did they suspect? And what was their reaction when the truth was revealed? Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 019 - Savanna Kiefer | 04 Jan 2024 | 01:44:16 | |
Kara is kicking off the new year talking Star Wars fandom with the wonderful Savanna Kiefer. They had so much to discuss...a childhood spent at Star Wars Weekends, blogging and podcasting over at The Dorky Diva, the evolution of Star Wars fashion, Savanna's experiences with cosplay and costume creation, and the community and friendships that Star Wars has helped foster. It's a delightful chat between pals to kick off 2024! Be sure to find all of Savanna's creations and more at www.thedorkydiva.com Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 018 - Star Wars Living History with Austin Hollis | 14 Dec 2023 | 00:56:41 | |
We've all wanted to live in the Star Wars world. It's why we escape into the films over and over, why we read the books, why we seek out things like Batuu and the Halcyon. The desire to be a part of that universe, especially through creating things, is something that's unique to Star Wars fans. Austin Hollis knows a thing or two about all of that. In his blog "Living History in the Star Wars Galaxy", he's mixing historical reenactment practices with the Star Wars world and Kara wanted to hear all about it. Listen today and be sure to check out his blog here (https://starwarslivinghistory.com/) Check out Offworld Outfitters here (http://www.instagram.com/Offworld.Outfitters) Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 050 - Rebel Scum Con | 22 May 2025 | 01:18:12 | |
Today Kara is so excited to be joined by two of the members of the creative team behind Rebel Scum Con, which is about to have it's second year in Texas later this summer! Bobby and Dante tell Kara all about their personal Star Wars stories, how the event's inaugural year went down, and what fans can expect in August. So far it's a staggering list of Star Wars guests from both in front of and behind the camera, and a whole lot more. And guess what? Kara will be there!! Listen in and get excited plus hear Bobby and Dante's answers to the fandom final four. Find all the info you need about Rebel Scum Con and get your tickets now: https://rebelscumconventions.com/ Follow the event on Instagram for all the up to date info: https://www.instagram.com/rebelscumconofficial Follow along with Kara and the IALW Podcast on Instagram! Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon and check out her Celebration Database Blog! If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com "Beauty Flow" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) | |||
| BONUS Episode - Patreon Preview! | 16 Nov 2023 | 00:30:00 | |
Kara is here this week with a bonus episode! This is a preview of what will be coming to Patreon every month starting this December. The bonus episodes will be Kara (usually in conversation with producer Travis) talking about all things Into A Larger World. The episodes will cover Kara's current research obsession, a deeper look at previous episodes, the current state of Star Wars fandom, and more. Plus answers to any of your burning questions! Check out this episode today and be sure to look out December 1st for all the amazing stuff coming to the Into A Larger World Patreon. The book Kara is currently reading that is mentioned can be found here: https://www.amazon.com/Geek-Elders-Speak-Our-Voices/dp/1951293207 Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 017 - Fandom Eras with Travis and Jon | 09 Nov 2023 | 01:03:46 | |
The crew: Kara (of course) joined by her two pals Jon and producer, Travis. The mission: establish the eras of Star Wars fandom history. Where does each one start and end? Where are we now? Where will we go in the future? All these questions and more are answered in today's episode! Find Travis at ForceTime and follow along with Jon over on the B1N1 podcast (https://linktr.ee/b1n1pod)! Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 016 - Amy Ratcliffe | 02 Nov 2023 | 01:06:31 | |
Today, Kara is in conversation with Amy Ratcliffe, Star Wars fan and author of several Star Wars-related books, including Women of the Galaxy and The Art of Galaxy's Edge. You can also regularly find Amy on stage hosting panels during Star Wars Celebration (so you know Kara would ask about that). Amy shares her Star Wars story and lots of great memories, plus what it means to be a Star Wars fan. Find Amy and all of her social media on her website (https://www.amyratcliffe.com/) and be sure to subscribe to her newsletter to keep up with what she does next! Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 015 - Dan Madsen | 26 Oct 2023 | 01:08:09 | |
It's an exciting moment for Into A Larger World Project as Kara brings you this interview with Dan Madsen, Star Wars fandom legend. Dan was present at some huge moments in Star Wars history, whether it's the 10th anniversary convention in 1987, spending time at the helm of the Star Wars Fan Club, founding the magazine Star Wars Insider, and even on set (and on screen!!) in The Phantom Menace. Most notably (and most excitingly for Kara), Dan was the producer of the original Star Wars Celebration in 1999. Dan tells Kara all about his Star Wars history, the wild times in fandom leading up to Episode I, and of course the whole timeline of that first Celebration. Find Dan on Instagram (https://instagram.com/madsen8973?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== ) or in this awesome Facebook group (https://www.facebook.com/rememberswcelebration1?mibextid=LQQJ4d ) where tons of Celebration memories are shared! Into A Larger World fully supports SAG-AFTRA in their fight for a fair contract. Follow this link to support their cause: SAG-AFTRA. Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 014 - Max Frey | 12 Oct 2023 | 01:32:49 | |
In today's episode, Kara is chatting with her pal, Max Frey, and there was much to discuss. From early childhood memories to attending the first Star Wars Celebration (you know Kara had lots of questions about that), following Max's fandom story to today, working at Regal Robot and beyond. Listen now and be sure to check out Max's work and fandom on his social media! Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| FANDOM HISTORY HIGHLIGHTS: Before Celebration | 05 Oct 2023 | 00:10:01 | |
This week's episode is the second in the Fandom History Highlights Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 013 - Book Fandom with Jackson from Plo Koon's Book Club | 28 Sep 2023 | 01:09:44 | |
Kara takes a look at the fandom of Star Wars books and literature this week, with help from her friend Jackson better known on Instagram as Plo Koon's Book Club. We talk about the blossoming High Republic fandom, some of the differences between movie and TV fandom versus the world of Star Wars books, what it's like to talk about books on social media, and more. Check it out then head to the library to pick up your next Star Wars read! Find Jackson on Instagram (www.instagram.com/plokoonsbookclub) Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| FANDOM HISTORY HIGHLIGHTS: Hyperspace | 14 Sep 2023 | 00:08:46 | |
Welcome to a new type of episode, bite sized stories called Fandom History Highlights! This week, Kara will tell you the story of the legendary Hyperspace Webcam, a part of the Hyperspace Fan Club that gave unprecedented access to the making of Revenge of the Sith. Kara digs into long lost message boards and maps out the timeline of the Hyperspace subscription service, plus we get some memories from fans that were there. Whether you haven't heard of it until now or you remember the days of Hyperspace yourself, this episode will take you back to a wild time for Star Wars fans - the end of the prequels, the beginning of the internet, and the last time we'd ever see behind the scenes quite like this. Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 012 - Celebrating Celebration with Blast Points | 07 Sep 2023 | 01:59:40 | |
It's finally time to talk about Star Wars Celebration and Kara is so happy to be starting the conversation with Jason and Gabe from Blast Points. They've been to Celebrations at very pivotal moments in Star Wars fan history, from the early days in Indianapolis to the release of the sequel films, and Kara was psyched to ask all the questions and hear what each Celebration they've attended was like. They also talk about the Blast Points story, the friendship and community that has come from their show, and more. Listen now and celebrate the love! You can find Blast Points at https://blastpointspodcast.com/ or join the Patreon army at https://www.patreon.com/blastpoints Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 011 - Fan Films with Jon Pataky (Part 2) | 31 Aug 2023 | 01:13:18 | |
The world of Star Wars fan films is way too expansive for just one episode! Kara and Jon are back, this time diving into three lore-based fan films. They discuss the stories, the technology, and more, plus what makes Star Wars fan creations so unique. What films should they watch in part 3? Let us know! Find Jon and the pod here https://linktr.ee/b1n1pod Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 049 - Legends Expo | 01 May 2025 | 01:15:47 | |
The expanded universe, also known as Legends, is something unique to the Star Wars fandom, featuring a wide array of books and comics created by countless authors and artists. These stories are much beloved, and the Legends fandom will be gathering in Burbank this September along with authors that helped bring the stories to life. Today, Kara is joined by Katherine, the executive director of Legends Expo. They discuss all the details of the upcoming event, which will benefit The Book Truck, and what attendees can expect, plus they discuss Legends and the fandom surrounding it and why it's so special. Find all the info you need about Legends Expo here and follow along with the event on Instagram here. Follow along with Kara and the IALW Podcast on Instagram! Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon and check out her Celebration Database Blog! If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com
"Beauty Flow" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) | |||
| Episode 010 - LegendsCon | 24 Aug 2023 | 00:54:20 | |
A gathering of fans celebrating the extended universe of Star Wars is coming to Burbank, California this September! In this episode, Kara talks to Katherine & Corinthia, two members of the event’s creative team, about all things Legends and what you can expect at this amazing fan-run event. It’s a moment in Star Wars fan history happening in real time and should not be missed! Visit the event site at www.legends-con.com Get tickets now at www.eventbrite.com/e/legends-consortium-2023-tickets-541786186067 Find the con on social media https://linktr.ee/legendscon Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 009 - Annalise Ophelian | 16 Aug 2023 | 00:48:13 | |
This week Kara is honored to be talking with Dr. Annalise Ophelian, documentarian and creator of the docu-series Looking For Leia. The seven part docu-series is about women and non-binary fans, their Star Wars stories, and their influence on fandom history, all things that we love to talk about here at Into A Larger World! There was so much to discuss, from Annalise's own Star Wars story to the birth of the Looking for Leia project and what it means to find community in fandom. Watch Looking for Leia HERE! (https://www.lookingforleia.com/) Into A Larger World fully supports the WGA and SAG-AFTRA in their fight for a fair contract. Follow these links to support their causes: WGA, SAG-AFTRA. Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 008 - Darren Moser | 10 Aug 2023 | 01:34:40 | |
In today's episode, Kara is talking with Darren Moser, also known as Dr. Sci-Fi. Darren is known for some of his amazing creations that mix cosplay with droid building and puppetry to bring some of our favorite characters to life. Darren gives us a look into his process and shares some great experiences, as well as talking about being in the 501st and the rest of his fandom story. Be sure to check out his website for visuals of all things covered in the episode! Check out Darren's work at https://drscifi.com/ Find him on all social media at http://drscifi.com/links Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||
| Episode 007 - LeiaAurora | 27 Jul 2023 | 00:51:34 | |
Today Kara is getting into all things Star Wars cosplay with Natalie Lucia (aka LeiaAurora). Natalie shares some really great stories about cosplaying in the 501st and Rebel Legion, and talks about what it's like to make screen accurate costumes, sometimes before the movie or show even comes out! Natalie's stories are exciting and inspiring, showcasing how passionate and creative Star Wars fandom is. Find Natalie on Twitter, Instagram, and TikTok, plus check out her Etsy store! Support the project and Kara's zine on Patreon If you want to tell YOUR fandom story, send an e-mail to intoalargerworldproject@gmail.com | |||