Explore every episode of the podcast The Star Wars Underworld Podcast
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| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 15/11/24 | 15 Nov 2024 | ||
On this episode of The Star Wars Underworld Podcast, Hannah, Chris and Ben are getting hyped for season two of ‘Andor’ with a plethora of recent reveals. They start by analyzing the first bits of footage from the upcoming season, as well as some new photos & interviews revealed by Empire Magazine. They also touch on some Skeleton Crew updates and attempt to make sense of The Hollywood Reporter’s newest insider exposé about the future of Star Wars films. Plus, how Star Wars would have been different if George Lucas hadn’t sold Lucasfilm, and our second-favorite fandoms. Tune in for all that and much more! Join the Star Wars Underworld Network Discord | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 08/11/24 | 08 Nov 2024 | 01:34:20 | |
On this episode, Dominic, Ben, Chris, and (eventually) Hannah are joined by Din of the band F-105 to talk about the news that Simon Kinberg is writing a new trilogy of Star Wars films! They discuss Kinberg’s resume, including his history with Star Wars Rebels, and speculate about whether this trilogy might be the sequel-sequel trilogy. Then, they finally discuss the new trailer for Skeleton Crew—including their thoughts on the music. Plus, the debut of a new F-105 song (and video), seeking wisdom in the face of hopelessness from Star Wars characters, and Grogu’s future. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 30/08/24 | 30 Aug 2024 | 02:05:48 | |
On this episode, the gang is all here! Dominic, Ben, Hannah, and Chris preview Star Wars: Outlaws, with Hannah providing her review of the game having gotten early access to it. What works in the game? What doesn’t? Hannah reveals all. Plus, they talk a little about the marketing of the game and whether it reflects the final product. Then, they discuss the continued fallout from the cancellation of The Acolyte, including the cast members’ reactions to the news, and why this cancellation feels worse than others. And they look at some updates about The Mandalorian and Grogu. Plus, Lothcat hot-takes, the great Australian XBox heist of 2024, and a super cute poll. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 23/8/24 | 23 Aug 2024 | ||
On this episode Chris, Hannah and Ben take some time to process the surprising and dissapointing news regarding the reported cancellation of 'The Acolyte'. They discuss why it might have happened and what this means for the future of Star Wars on streaming. Also, will Jude Law's character in 'Skeleton Crew' have multiple names? And should we expect Tem Morrison to return as Boba Fett in 'The Mandalorian And Grogu'? Plus, a major SWU milestone for Hannah, it's Dom's birthday, and looking back on 'Ahsoka' one year later. Tune in for all of that and so much more! Join the Star Wars Underworld Network Discord | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 16/8/24 | 16 Aug 2024 | ||
On this episode Ben is joined by Jesse Bennet from the Cinemaybes podcast and Chad to break down all the happenings at last week’s D23 Expo! But first, Dominic drops in via video to provide a recap of what he experienced. They then dive into the newly released first trailer for ‘Skeleton Crew’, along with some newly revealed details from ‘Andor’ season two, ‘The Mandalorian And Grogu’, and more. Plus, are recent Star Wars titles playing it too safe? What’s next for Star Wars animation? And we don’t know anything about Final Fantasy! Tune in for all that and much more! Join the Star Wars Underworld Network Discord | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 9/8/24 | 09 Aug 2024 | ||
On this episode Ben, Hannah and Chris are once again joined by their good friend Chris “Starrapter” Abbott as they catch up on the latest Star Wars news! But first, Dominic calls in live from Galaxy’s Edge to give his pre-D23 report, but not before some First Order Stormtroopers crash the show. Furthermore they discuss the return of Hondo Ohnaka in ‘Star Wars Outlaws’, an update on Shawn Levy’s Star Wars film, and some exciting Celebration Japan guest announcements! Plus, we just received confirmation that we will soon be getting a trailer for ‘Skeleton Crew’ from an unexpected source. Tune in for all that and much more! Join the Star Wars Underworld Network Discord | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 2/8/24 | 02 Aug 2024 | ||
On this episode Chris and Ben breakdown the latest Star Wars news, inlcuding the big reveal of photos and info from 'Star Wars: Skeleton Crew'. They discuss Jude Law's character Jod Na Nawood, along with the kids Wim, KB, Neel and Fern. Plus, Ben has some major technical difficulies, and we finally answer all your questions! When will we see Jaxxon in live-action? And can you watch 'The Acolyte' without reading 'The High Republic'? And a brand new book trilogy has been revealed! Listen for all that and much more! Join the Star Wars Underworld Network Discord | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | SDCC 2024 Special | 31 Jul 2024 | ||
San Diego Comic-Con Special! (Sorry about the sound quality). Join Dominic, Ben, and Chris on the ground at San Diego Comic-Con (and Hannah back home in Australia) as they recap all the news out of the Star Wars gaming and publishing panel, talk about the Lucasfilm booth, and share stories from SDCC! Plus, Oreos! All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 19/07/24 | 19 Jul 2024 | ||
On this episode, Dominic, Ben, Hannah, and Chris are joined by Chris “Starrapter” Abbott to break down the finale of The Acolyte, also titled “The Acolyte”. They go in-depth on the scene between Vernestra and Senator Rayencourt (or is it “Rae-In-Court?”), discuss how both characters get some things right and some things wrong in the conversation. Then, they talk about Osha turn to the dark side, including her bleeding Sol’s lightsaber crystal. And they break down the implications of Darth Plagueis’ super-brief cameo. Plus, lots of speculation about season two, Qimir wiping Mae’s memories, and Sol’s final failure. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 12/07/24 | 12 Jul 2024 | ||
On this episode, Dominic, Ben, Chris, and Hannah are joined by Iraj from The Sith List to break down the seventh episode of The Acolyte, “Choice.” They discuss the reveal of what happened between the Jedi and the Witches in the past and whether the payoff was worth the build-up. They also talk about Sol and how this experience shaped him in the present story. And look at how Torbin’s teen angst leads to the confrontation between the Jedi and the Witches. Plus, the end credits song, the future of Star Wars on Disney+, and how the show's structure impacts the experience of watching the show. All this and much more. | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 06/07/24 | 06 Jul 2024 | ||
On this episode, Dominic and Hannah break down the sixth episode of The Acolyte, “Teach/Corrupt”. They discuss The Stranger/Qimir’s seduction of Osha, as well as what Osha reveals about her past to her Sith captor. They also talk about Sol’s feelings of loss, and whether he knew it was Mae with him the whole time or not. And they look at Vernestra’s motivations and choices in this episode, how she got her from The High Republic books, and what she may represent. Plus, Sol is really taking his time telling Osha and Mae what really happened on Brendok, we have theories about Qimir’s master, and how perceived reaction to the series online differs from reality. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 21/06/24 | 21 Jun 2024 | ||
On this episode, Dominic, Ben, Hannah, and Chris break down the fourth episode of The Acolyte, “Day”. They discuss and debate the ways in which the episode moves the story forward and how it builds off the flashbacks seen in last week’s episode. They also talk about how Mae and Osha’s stories evolve and the twists and turns that we see from them in “Day.” And they talk about the greatest new Star Wars character: Bazil. Plus, outlandish theories about Qimir and Darth Smiley’s true identities, what makes great Star Wars wisdom, and join #BazilsBuddies! All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 01/11/24 | 01 Nov 2024 | ||
It’s the Star Wars Underworld Halloween special! Dominic, Ben, and Hannah are joined by Ian from Star Wars Culture to talk about some of the scariest moments in Star Wars, as well as share stories about their Star Wars costumes from Halloweens-past. Then, they look at updates about the New Jedi Order movie and Skeleton Crew. And then a nothing-burger NASCAR story leads to a great discussion about Anakin Skywalker in the Ahsoka series. Plus, what do Jawas’ hands look like, will we have duelling banjos at Star Wars Celebration Japan, and when might we hear about the next animated Star Wars series? All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 14/06/24 | 14 Jun 2024 | 02:00:47 | |
On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Hannah are joined by David Jesse of the Tatooine Sons Podcast to break down episode three of The Acolyte, “Destiny”. They discuss the way this episode portrays the Jedi and the different interpretations of the Force relative to each other. They also discuss the storytelling technique of showing us these events from Osha's perspective and how they may have impacted our perceptions of what happened. They also talked about what the hints around Mae and Osha’s birth may be leading to. Plus, how do you take a blood sample through a sleeve, what exactly are the Jedi testing for with their iPads, and Hannah’s Jar Jar-inspired pet name. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 07/06/24 | 07 Jun 2024 | 02:21:36 | |
THE ACOLYTE PREMIERE EPISODES BREAK DOWN! On this episode, Ben, Dominic, Hannah, and Chris review and discuss the first two episodes of The Acolyte which debuted on Disney+ this week. They talk about all the new characters introduced in the first episodes, including the Qui-Gon-like Master Sol, the by-the-book Jedi Yorde, the mysterious Mae, the outsider Osha, and the surprisingly controversial Jecki. They also talk about this new (to the screen) era of Star Wars and how it differs from other depictions of the past of the galaxy far, far away. Plus, a live performance of the “Ben’s Connection Corner” theme song. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 31/05/24 | 31 May 2024 | ||
This week, Dominic, Ben, and Hannah look at recent comments made by George Lucas and preview the premiere of The Acolyte. They look at George’s comments about diversity and representation in his film and what they may reveal about his feelings towards Disney and current Lucasfilm (no, it’s not that). Then they share their hopes for The Acolyte a few days before the premiere. And Chris stops by LIVE from Endor. Plus, the best soccer stadium in the world, the death of the author, and why aren’t there more “special editions”? All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 24/05/24 | 24 May 2024 | 01:59:04 | |
On this episode, Dominic, Hannah, and Chris answer YOUR questions about all things Star Wars! They look back at the final season of The Bad Batch, ahead at The Acolyte, where to start with The High Republic, Celebration ideas, future Tales stories, Jar Jar Binks, Jabba the Hutt Oreos, and the Force Scream. Plus, tangents about Doctor Who, Taylor Swift, and the fact that this year is the 10th anniversary of Star Wars Rebels. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 17/05/24 | 17 May 2024 | 01:41:53 | |
On this episode, Dominic, Hannah, and Ben get caught up on all the major Star Wars news and releases from the past two weeks. They start by talking about their experiences seeing The Phantom Menace in theatres, what stood out about the experience and why it's the perfect way to get ready for Star Wars' eventual return to theaters. Then they share their thoughts on the latest trailer for The Acolyte, analyzing what this series will say about the Jedi and the style in which it was shot. And then, they react to the announcement of Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy. Plus, Celebration memories, the long awaited return of casting rumors, and our Star Wars/Oreo dreams come true. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 10/05/24 | 10 May 2024 | ||
On this episode, Dominic, Ben, Chris (briefly), and Hannah are joined by Din from the band F-105 to break down all six episodes of Tales of the Empire. They discuss the evolution of Barriss Offee’s arc from The Clone Wars through her Inquisitor-era, and ultimately her healer-era. And they break down what we learned about Morgan Elsbeth from tragedy on Dathomir through being Thrawn’s right-hand woman. Plus, Din and Hannah share their thoughts on the Bad Batch finale, the pros and cons of the short episode format, and George Lucas’ love of Windows Movie Maker. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 03/05/24 | 03 May 2024 | ||
On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris break down the series finale of The Bad Batch, "The Cavalry Has Arrived". They discuss how the arcs of Omega, Crosshair, Echo, Hunter, and Wrecker wrapped up, as well as what the future may hold for those characters. They also discuss the relative importance of "Project Necromancer" in the ongoing Star Wars storytelling. And they celebrate the Zillo Beast's latest escape. Plus, the debut of the new mix of the F-105 song "Toys", Ben and Chris' old prequel-era fan theories, Dominic and Din get trapped in a time vortex while watching the Leafs game. All this and much more! | |||
| The History of Lego Star Wars with 'The Force of Creativity' Author Graham E. Hancock | The SWU Podcast | 29 Apr 2024 | ||
Dominic chats with friend of the show and author of the new book "LEGO Star Wars: The Force of Creativity" Graham E. Hancock about the history of Lego Star Wars through the years. They cover how the two brands first came together and how the partnership has evolved since the first sets hit shelves in 1999, including the expansion into Lego Star Wars video games and TV specials. Plus, Graham shares some of the secrets he learned while writing the book and reveals what people can expect with their copy. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 26/04/24 | 26 Apr 2024 | ||
On this episode, Dominic, Ben, Hannah, and Chris are joined by Alex Damon of Star Wars Explained to discuss the penultimate episode of The Bad Batch, “Strike Force”. The break down Omega emerging into a leader, Emery’s apparent change of heart, Echo’s role as the voice of experience, and the uneasy dynamic of Rampart and The Bad Batch. And, they speculate about what may go down in the finale, who will live and who will get eaten by a Zillo Beast. Plus a preview of our new interview with Graham E. Hancock, author of the upcoming book Lego Star Wars: The Force of Creativity. All this and much more! | |||
| Talking 'The Mandalorian' and 'Ahsoka' with Paul Sun-Hyung Lee | The SWU Podcast Bonus | 21 Apr 2024 | 01:11:45 | |
Carson Teva actor Paul Sun-Hyung Lee sits down with The SWU Podcast's Dominic Jones to talk about his experiences working on 'The Mandalorian', 'The Book of Boba Fett', and 'Ahsoka'. In their wide-ranging chat, they cover Paul's journey from 501st and Rebel Legion member to on-screen hero of the New Republic. And Paul shares what it was like to work with giants like Anthony Daniels, Dave Filoni, and Carl Weathers. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 25/10/24 | 25 Oct 2024 | 01:29:13 | |
On this episode, Dominic, Hannah, and Chris discuss the latest reveals about Skeleton Crew, including the return of Ewoks: Battle For Endor creature: The Teek. They also speculate about Jude Law’s character and what connections he might bring to the larger “Mando-verse”. Then, they talk about the upcoming releases of Ahsoka and The Mandalorian season three on physical media and discuss physical media’s role in the ever-changing streaming landscape. And they talk about the publishing updates out of New York Comic Con. Plus, Chris’ grammar corner, speculation about how we could get two Star Wars movies in 2026, and the Clone Troopers biggest secrets. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 19/04/24 | 19 Apr 2024 | ||
On this episode, Dominic, Ben, Chris, and Hannah are joined by Zach “The Voice” Arnold of The Intergalactic Peace Coalition Podcast to discuss the thirteenth episode of the third season of The Bad Batch, “Into The Breach”. They discuss Omega’s evolution into a leader as she plots an escape for herself and the other kids from Tantiss. They also talk about Rampart’s role in the final episodes and whether he might betray the Batch and return to the Empire. And they preview a special bonus podcast dropping this Sunday night, featuring Carson Teva actor Paul Sun-Hyung Lee. Plus, karaoke to emotionally prepare for The Bad Batch, Zach and Hannah finally meet, and the trial of Count Dooku. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 12/04/24 | 12 Apr 2024 | 02:03:18 | |
On this episode, Ben, Hannah, Chris, and Dominic are joined by Catherine Kneen of That Geek Pod to break down the latest episode of The Bad Batch AND the new trailer for Star Wars Outlaws. First, they discuss The Bad Batch season three, episode twelve, “Juggernaut”. They talk about the rolling good times of the action sequences, and the unsettling developments on Tantiss. Then, they break down the new trailer for Outlaws, including what the presence of Crimson Dawn and Han Solo in carbonite means for the story. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 05/04/24 | 05 Apr 2024 | ||
It’s another massive week, as Dominic, Ben, Chris, and Hannah are joined by friend of the show Chad to break down the new trailer for Tales of the Empire AND episodes ten and eleven of The Bad Batch, “Identity Crisis” and “Point of No Return.” They start by sharing their thoughts on the new series and the choice of Barriss Offee and Morgan Elsbeth as the characters to follow. Then they break down Emery Karr’s arc and the growing conflict within her. And they talk about Omega’s choice to turn herself in and return to Tantiss as a prisoner. Plus, how will Vader react to Barriss, the return of General Grievous, and how could Ahsoka appear in Tales of the Empire. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 29/03/24 | 29 Mar 2024 | 02:11:20 | |
On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris review the ninth episode of The Bad Batch season three, “Harbinger”. Somehow Ventress returned… and the SWU Vintage Collection break down where she is now in her journey, what her future may hold, and what connection she might have with Omega. They also talk about what the implications of Omega’s potential Force sensitivity mean for her, future storytelling, and Hunter/Wrecker/Crosshair’s arcs in the final stretch. And yes, they talk about canon. Plus, an extended edition of #AskTheSWU. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 22/03/24 | 22 Mar 2024 | 02:16:05 | |
On this episode, Ben, Chris, and Hannah are joined by Matthew and Joel from Eye on Canon to break down the first trailer for The Acolyte and the eight episode of season three of The Bad Batch, "Bad Territory." All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 15/03/24 | 15 Mar 2024 | 02:06:23 | |
On this episode, Ben, Dominic, Chris, and Hannah are joined by Eric Strothers from The Sith List and Dinner with the Heelers to discuss the sixth and seventh episodes of The Bad Batch season three, “Infiltration” and “Extraction.” They discuss how these episodes explore the beginnings of the larger Rebel Alliance, and whether Rex’s exploits could provide the foundation for another series. Then they debate the identity of the “Shadow” Trooper hunting the Bad Batch. Is it Tech? Is it Cody? Is it someone else? They cover it all. And they discuss Commander Wolffe’s appearance and how it plays off the past and builds toward the future. Plus, are these episodes literally too dark, why is Disney cutting jokes out of Bluey, and is there a floating clone helmet in this episode? All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 08/03/24 | 08 Mar 2024 | 01:52:32 | |
On this episode, Ben, Dominic, and Chris are joined by Josh Chapman of the Star Wars Spelt Out Podcast to discuss the fifth episode of The Bad Batch season three, “The Return.” They discuss the tension between Hunter and Crosshair and how that played out over the course of the episode. They also talk about Echo’s season debut and what sort of storyline we might expect to see from him this season. And they look at Omega’s evolving relationship with Crosshair. Plus, Star Wars physical media that’s actually worth buying, some long-awaited Star Tours additions, and Toronto ComiCon panel previews. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 01/03/24 | 01 Mar 2024 | ||
On this episode, Ben, Dominic, Chris, and Hannah are joined by Omar from Culture Slate to discuss the fourth episode of The Bad Batch season three, “A Different Approach.” They discuss the evolving relationship between Crosshair and Omega, the actually impressive Imperial villain of the week, and the long-awaited reunion between the Bad Batch. Then they talk about the news that another Star Wars video game has been cancelled, Amandla Stenberg’s comments about The Acolyte, and the production incentives The Mandalorian and Grogu is receiving. Plus, Betcher and Omega, the correct pronunciation of “Uno” and “Dameron”, and the helmets intro for Star Wars on Disney+. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast | 22/02/24 | 23 Feb 2024 | ||
On this episode, Dominic, Ben, Hannah, and Chris are joined by Jordan from Tales From Beyond the Galaxy to break down the season three premiere of The Bad Batch! They go in depth on the first three episodes of the third season, discussing Omega’s time in captivity, Crosshair’s evolution as a character, and the desperation of Hunter and Wrecker. They also ask very important questions like: did the Clone Cadets look enough like Clones. Plus, memories of the original Battlefront games, connecting The Bad Batch to the Mandoverse and the sequel trilogy, and just how old are the hosts of the SWU Podcast? All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 16/02/24 | 16 Feb 2024 | 02:05:06 | |
On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Hannah break down the reveals from Empire Magazine’s celebration of 15 25 years of the Prequels, including the news that The Phantom Menace is returning to theatres this May! They talk about the excitement of seeing Star Wars back in the movie theatres and how this re-release could tie in with other Star Wars promotions (like, maybe, The Acolyte?). Then they talk about some updates on Andor season two and The Mandalorian and Grogu. Then they delve into some listener questions about favourite prequel memories, what 2025 might look like in Star Wars, and the future of Star Wars animation after The Bad Batch. Plus, whatever happened to season two of Obi-Wan Kenobi, what are people saying to Hayden Christensen and Ian McDiarmid on the street, and just what is the most iconic line from The Phantom Menace? All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 18/10/24 | 18 Oct 2024 | 01:44:03 | |
On this episode, Ben, Hannah, Dominic, and Chris are back together to all this Star Wars! They start by checking in on their relative levels of anticipation for Skeleton Crew, then live from New York it’s The Tractor Beam! Chris Abbott and Matthew Neugebauer check in from New York Comic Con to talk about day one and preview the Star Wars publishing panels coming up this weekend. Then, they talk about recent comments from Jodie Turner-Smith about the treatment of the cast of The Acolyte and the lack of support from Disney. And, to round out the show, they do an extended edition of #AskTheSWU. Plus, the Celebration Japan badge art is awesome, the best movie theatre experiences, and favourite Star Wars Rebels moments. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 08/02/24 | 09 Feb 2024 | ||
On this episode, Dominic, Ben, Chris, and Hannah are joined by Chris “Starrapter” Abbott to break down the news out of the latest Disney Investors Call and remember the life of Carl Weathers. They start by predicting what Empire Magazine’s big Star Wars tease is about (something you probably already know). Then, they talk about what the Star Wars film slate is going to look like with The Mandalorian and Grogu hitting theatres in 2026. And they break down the news that Disney is buying a stake in Epic Games to create some sort of Fortnite-like game for Disney properties (including Star Wars). Plus, a new look at The Bad Batch season three, Star Wars (and John Williams) wins awards, and all hell breaks loose when Wookieepedia shows up in the live chat. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 2/2/24 | 02 Feb 2024 | ||
On this episode, Chris and Ben celebrate the 25th anniversary of Lego Star Wars’ conception! But first, Chris shares his thoughts on The Bad Batch season 3 trailer and they continue to try and make sense of Ventress’ return. Plus, Jodie Foster speaks out about almost being cast as Leia, we have yet another Daisy Ridley quote to discuss, Dominic drops in briefly from the NHL All-Star Weekend, and we reveal our first and favorite Lego Star Wars sets! Tune in for all that and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE 26/01/24 | 26 Jan 2024 | 02:01:02 | |
THE BAD BATCH TRAILER BREAKDOWN! On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Hannah discuss and dissect the new trailer for The Bad Batch season three. They go in-depth on Ventress’ return, why it’s a big deal, what it means for the show, and what it means for the novel Dark Disciple. Then they talk about Palpatine’s appearance in the trailer and what it may be hinting at for this season. And they speculate about the fates of the surviving members of the Bad Batch. Plus, Daisy Ridley dodges Star Wars questions again, John Williams is nominated for an Oscar and gets a building named after him, and debate over what the best episodes of season two of The Bad Batch are. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 19/01/24 | 19 Jan 2024 | 01:59:57 | |
On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Hannah look at all the rumors and reports surrounding the Rey/New Jedi Order movie. Is it in trouble or not? And what might the story be about? And how could it set up a new era of storytelling in the Star Wars universe. Then, they talk about the news that Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni are writing The Mandalorian and Grogu together and what impact this may have on Filoni’s film. And they debate whether or not a Star Wars What If…? series is a good idea. Plus, when Dave Filoni was hated, Star Wars divorces, and new dad jokes! All this and much more! Join the Star Wars Underworld Network Discord | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 12/01/24 | 12 Jan 2024 | ||
On this episode, Dominic, Ben, Hannah, and Chris break down the exciting news that The Mandalorian and Grogu is coming to theaters, with production beginning on the new film later this year. They discuss the decision to move The Mandalorian from streaming to cinemas and speculate if this represents a larger shift in the sort of Star Wars output we can expect. They also theorize about what the story might be, how it will tie in with Ahsoka, the Filoni movie, and any other Mandoverse stories in development. Then they talk about the news that Ahsoka is getting a second season and what the future of Star Wars streaming might look like. Plus, David Benioff & D.B. Weiss reveal what their Star Wars project would have been, more dad jokes, and what will it take for Hannah to get an Embo tattoo. All this and much more! Join the Star Wars Underworld Network Discord | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 05/01/24 | 05 Jan 2024 | ||
Ben, Chris, Dominic, and Hannah are back to kick off 2024 in style! They start by discussing the reports of what viewership for The Mandalorian and Ahsoka actually was in 2023, as well as Sharmeen Obaid-Chinnoy’s comments about directing her Star Wars movie. Then, Dominic challenges the other three to another round of “Finish the Line…Star Wars Edition”. And in an extended #AskTheSWU, they cover composers they’d like to see work on Star Wars, who they wouldn’t want to fist fight in the Star Wars universe, Christmas presents, and the future of the Mandoverse. Plus Dad Jokes! So. Many. Dad Jokes. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 22/12/23 | 22 Dec 2023 | 01:44:50 | |
On the final episode of 2023, Dominic, Ben, Hannah, and Chris face off in the annual trivia showdown! With Matthew from Eye on Canon as guest moderator, the hosts take on the Dragon Con entry quiz to see if Ben can three-peat or not. Plus, they all look back on 2023 in Star Wars and share what they are most looking forward to in 2024. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 15/12/23 | 15 Dec 2023 | 02:35:03 | |
Ahsoka finale breakdown! Dominic, Ben, Chris, and Hannah are all finally back together to review the final episode of Ahsoka, “The Jedi, The Witch, And The Warlord”. They discuss the ways the episode wraps up the series and how successful (or not) it was. They talk about the role Morgan Elsbeth played in the episode and whether there was enough build up to her being the villain of the finale. Then they talk about the impact of Thrawn’s return to the main galaxy. And they talk about the conclusion to Sabine’s arc. Plus, Adam Driver discusses the evolution of Kylo Ren across the sequel trilogy, how could Skeleton Crew follow-up on Ahsoka, and the uneasy alliance between Thrawn and the Nightsisters. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 08/12/23 | 09 Dec 2023 | ||
On this episode Chris and Ben are joined by Jordan from ‘Tales From Beyond The Galaxy’ and Chad to discuss “Far, Far Away” and “Dreams And Madness”, the sixth and seventh episodes of ‘Star Wars: Ahsoka’. They dive into all the big reveals, including Peridea, Nightsisters, Thrawn, Eza, Night Troopers, and more! Chris also takes some time to share what he learned at the premiere of the new Star Wars Holiday Special documentary “A Disturbance In The Force”. Plus; who could possibly play Baylan Skoll after Ray Stevenson? Is it time for a Japanese Star Wars film? And how many Star Wars series are we actually getting next year? Watch and/or listen for all of that and more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 01/12/23 | 02 Dec 2023 | 02:00:42 | |
Ahsoka episode five breakdown! Better late than never, Dominic, Ben, and Hannah break down THAT episode of Ahsoka, episode five, “Shadow Warrior”. They analyze the long-awaited reunion of Ahsoka Tano and Anakin Skywalker, exploring how their relationship has changed over the years and how their dynamic has evolved since we last saw them. They also discuss how the series handled the Clone Wars flashbacks and why those moments were chosen as key points in Ahsoka’s life. And they look at Anakin’s headspace in this moment and what he may still have to learn. Plus, Ben’s latest character, Doctor Who connections in Star Wars, and the possibility of more Clone Wars-era stories. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 04/10/24 | 04 Oct 2024 | ||
On this episode Chris, Hannah and Ben take some time to remember legendary Star Wars producer Robert Watts following his passing. They then share an interview Dominic conducted with Watts back in 2016 where they discuss his incredible life and career. Furthermore, Star Wars Rebels turns 10, a new trailer for Music By John Williams, and what recent comments by Giancarlo Esposito might tell us about the future of Star Wars. Not to mention a brief discussion on the recently concluded second season of The Rings Of Power. Tune in for all that and much more! Join the Star Wars Underworld Network Discord | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 24/11/23 | 24 Nov 2023 | 01:54:39 | |
Ahsoka episodes 3 & 4 discussion! On this episode, Dominic and Ben are joined by Din of F-105 to break down the third and fourth episodes of Ahsoka, “Time to Fly” and “Fallen Jedi”. They discuss the portrayal of Hera Syndulla in the series by Mary Elizabeth Winstead and how the character interacts with the New Republic establishment. They also discuss the introduction of Senator Xiono, his Star Wars Resistance connections and what he could represent with the New Republic government. Then, they talk about Sabine’s arc in the series and what it says about the Force. And they look at what Dave Filoni’s new title and role at Lucasfilm means for the future of Star Wars. Plus, Dominic and Ben trade cultures, the stuff we’re glad we missed during the hiatus, and Hayden Christensen’s latest return to Star Wars. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 17/11/23 | 17 Nov 2023 | 02:20:46 | |
Ahsoka episodes 1 and 2 break down & EK Johnston interview! Dominic, Ben, Chris, and Hannah are back to discuss the first two episodes of Ahsoka, “Master and Apprentice” and “Toil and Trouble”. They discuss the introductions to Ahsoka, Sabine, Baylan, and Shin, as well as our return to Lothal and the concept of other galaxies in the Star Wars universe. They also discuss what it means for Sabine to be able to tap into the Force and whether the series did enough to sell the Ahsoka and Sabine as master and apprentice. Plus, crawls, cliffhangers, and an edition of Ben’s Connection Corner that is either too long or too short. And Dominic interviews author EK Johnston about her new novel Crimson Climb! All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 10/11/23 | 10 Nov 2023 | 02:37:43 | |
Somehow, the SWU returned… Weesa Back! The strikes are over, so Dominic, Ben, Chris, and Hannah return to the airwaves to get caught up on all they missed during the hiatus. They share their thoughts on Ahsoka, highlighting some standout moments from the series. Then, they discuss the news that the Lando series is now a movie and being written by Donald and Stephen Glover. After that they turn things over to the listeners for an extended Ask The SWU segment where they cover more Ahsoka thoughts, looking ahead at what projects are next, and what they got up to during the break. Then, Dominic sits down with The High Republic authors Charles Soule, Cavan Scott, George Mann, and Justina Ireland to preview Phase 3 of the series. Plus, what the hosts did during the hiatus, Guillermo Del Toro’s cancelled Jabba the Hutt movie, and Ben debuts a new character. All this and much more! | |||
| The SWU Podcast LIVE | 14/07/23 | 14 Jul 2023 | ||
AHSOKA TRAILER BREAKDOWN! On this episode, Dominic, Ben, Hannah, and Chris dissect and discuss the brand-new trailer for the upcoming series, Ahsoka. They talk about how the series feels like a continuation of Rebels, but also how the characters have grown and evolved since we last saw them. They also break down the reveal that Ahsoka tried to train Sabine and walked away from her, and what this says about her past, present, and future. And they look at Hera's role in this story and how she might clash with Mon Mothma. Plus, Bob Iger shows his true colours, Star Wars picks up some major award nominations, and the future of the entertainment industry. All this and much more! | |||