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Welcome to the Mouse & Castle, a gathering place for lovers of all things Disney.
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The flagship show of starwarsreport.com, hosts Riley Blanton and Mark Hurliman talk about all the latest Star Wars news. From Star Wars Rebels to the upcoming theatrical films, and all other new Star Wars projects, they cover it all. The show also features conversation and coverage of Star Wars Celebrations, Dragon Con, and other fan gatherings. Packed with in-depth interviews, reviews, and can’t-miss coverage and commentary, the Star Wars Report is YOUR Star Wars podcast home.
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From the creatives behind starwarsreport.com comes a brand-new nightly podcast counting down the last 30 days until The Last Jedi hits theaters. Star Wars Tonight will be hosted by the Star Wars Report Founder and Editor in Chief Riley Blanton and will feature an incredible lineup of guest hosts. Each day of the week will feature a special guest host with a unique perspective on a fascinating aspect of Star Wars fandom and anything and everything in that galaxy Far, Far, Away.
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Riley and Aaron discuss Disney's announcement of investing $60 billion over 10 years into their parks, with $1.9 billion specifically going to Disneyland expansions. They analyze what the investments could go towards, like potential new lands, rides, and expansions based on concepts from Disney parks overseas. Aaron shares his experiences on new ri…
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Disneyland Trip Recap & 2023 Disney Movie Roundup
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In this episode, Aaron and Riley recap Aaron's recent trip to Disneyland with friends. Aaron shares his impressions of introducing first-time visitors to Disneyland and compares it to Walt Disney World. They also discuss some of the new areas like San Fransokyo in Disney California Adventure. Next, they dive into a discussion of the Disney theatric…
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[0:00:01] Aaron and Riley discuss the new live-action Little Mermaid remake starring Halle Bailey as Ariel. [0:09:01] They talk about the new songs written for the film by Alan Menken, including Prince Eric's solo song "Wild Uncharted Waters" and King Triton's song "Impossible Child". [0:14:11] They debate the merits of the new songs and whether th…
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Rising Prices, Falling Attendance & Nautical Escapes
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Summary: Intro to Episode 66. 0:01 Revenge of the Sith mems. Intro to the episode. 1:47 Star Wars talk might sneak into this episode. What qualifies as a Disney adult? Aaron shares his thoughts on being considered a Disney adult. Aaron talks about the question of whether or not he considers himself a Disney adult. Star Wars fandom is our escape. 7:…
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In this episode of Mouse and Castle, we dive into the world of Disney's live-action remakes, exploring the hits and misses of these modern adaptations of beloved classics. Join Riley and Aaron as we discuss the best remakes that successfully recaptured the magic, like Cinderella, and Beauty and the Beast. We'll also delve into the ones that fell sh…
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Riley and Aaron recount their best and worst of Disney in 2022. Movies + Disneyplus + Parks!By Disney
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Riley and Aaron Break down the big breaking bob broadcast!By Disney
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We don’t talk about Chapek: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/06/09/business/disney-peter-rice.html?searchResultPosition=5 https://www.cnbc.com/2022/06/28/disney-board-votes-to-extend-ceo-bob-chapeks-contract-by-three-years.html Does Aaron have feelings about Bob 2.0? Riley has thoughts on Disney revenue… “The Parks, Experiences and Products segment rep…
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Show Topics: -Star Wars Celebration 2022 Review https://www.thepopverse.com/star-wars-celebration-2022-coverage-roundup -Star Wars nite at Disneyland -Rapid-fire: -Man interrupts Disneyland Paris Proposal https://deadline.com/2022/06/disneyland-paris-employee-interrupting-theme-park-marriage-proposal-1235038476/amp/ -Live-action Pinocchio Trailer r…
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We catch up after a long hiatus and recap some of our recent Disney trips. Includes reviews of Remy's Ratatouille Adventure, Avengers Campus, Harmonious, Disney Enchantment, and more!By Riley Blanton, Aaron Goins
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I’m saying goodbye. This is the last episode of the Star Wars Report. But as I leave the podcast behind I have a parting message for you. Whoever you are, wherever you are. Here goes… -Riley Thank you Bethany, Mark, Bruce, and Aaron for your incredible friendship, support, and creative collaboration. MTFBWY. Download the mp3 HERE! […]…
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I’m saying goodbye. This is the last episode of the Star Wars Report. But as I leave the podcast behind I have a parting message for you. Whoever you are, wherever you are. Here goes… -Riley Thank you Bethany, Mark, Bruce, and Aaron for your incredible friendship, support, and creative collaboration. MTFBWY. Download the mp3 HERE! […]…
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Star Wars Eclipse Revealed + Favorite ROTJ moments – SWR #485
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Riley hangs with Mark and William! News: Star Wars Gaming is BACK! https://www.starwars.com/news/star-wars-eclipse https://www.starwars.com/news/star-wars-return-of-the-jedi-national-film-registry What is your favorite ROTJ moment? https://www.starwars.com/news/bring-home-the-bounty-week-10 Bring Home the Bounty: New Bo-Katan Helmet Revealed and Mo…
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Riley hangs with Bruce and Scott! News: The News: Galactic Disaster – The Starcruiser to nowhere Video Re-upload https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qDJwUbVhMu4 https://www.piratesandprincesses.net/disney-gives-a-look-at-upcoming-star-wars-galactic-starcruiser-hotel-and-many-arent-impressed/ https://wdwnt.com/2021/12/disney-deletes-recent-promo-video-o…
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2021 Year in Review w/ Bruce Gibson – SWR #483
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Riley hangs with Bruce and talks about 2021 in Star Wars Fandom. News: The News: I am Boba Fett – https://www.starwars.com/news/the-book-of-boba-fett-character-posters Main Topic: State of the Star Wars Union 2021 Best of the year – Not being on Social Media Seeing John Williams Weddings! (With Star Wars) Disney Parks Beltway Banthas/How the Force …
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How the Force can Fix the World w/ Stephen Kent – SWR #482
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Riley hangs with Stephen and talks about the latest news and How the Force can fix the World! News: https://www.fanthatracks.com/featured/could-galaxys-edge-be-expanding-soon/ https://www.ign.com/articles/star-wars-galactic-starcruiser-lightsaber-bridge-traininghttps://wdwnt.com/2021/11/photos-disney-previews-viewport-scenes-for-star-wars-hyperspac…
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Reflecting on Redemtion and Choices – SWR #481
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Riley Flies Solo giving his book commentary for How the Force can fix the World! News: N/A Boba’s Bounty: N/A Download the mp3 HERE! (Right-click and “save as”) Email: starwarsreport@gmail.com Facebook: facebook.com/starwarsreport Twitter: twitter.com/starwarsreport iTunes: starwarsreport.com/itunes RSS FEED: feeds.feedburner.com/starwarsreport_pod…
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Riley and Mark catch up on the wars and talk about the Kenobi leak! News: https://twitter.com/zcure1/status/1458905849028493322?s=21 https://twitter.com/starwarstuff2/status/1458857504859955217?s=21 https://twitter.com/jordanmaison/status/1458859233726930950?s=21 https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/patty-jenkins-star-wars-movie-rogu…
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The Boba Fett Trailer has us Geeking Out Loud – SWR #479
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Riley and Steve catch up on the wars and talk about how TROS is vastly underrated! News: Boba Fett Trailer analysis! Boba’s Bounty: N/A Download the mp3 HERE! (Right-click and “save as”) Email: starwarsreport@gmail.com Facebook: facebook.com/starwarsreport Twitter: twitter.com/starwarsreport iTunes: starwarsreport.com/itunes RSS FEED: feeds.feedbur…
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Hayden Joins Ahsoka w/ Scott Ryfun – SWR #478
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Riley and Scott catch up! News: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/hayden-christensen-heading-back-star-170200225.html Boba’s Bounty: Riley: Goblet of Fire Scott: Brian Daily Novels Download the mp3 HERE! (Right-click and “save as”) Email: starwarsreport@gmail.com Facebook: facebook.com/starwarsreport Twitter: twitter.com/starwarsreport iTunes: starwa…
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Comics, Indy, & Change in the Air at ILM – SWR #477
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Riley and Mark catch up on the latest news! News: https://www.fanthatracks.com/news/conventions-events/john-williams-starts-writing-the-music-of-indiana-jones-5-in-1-2-weeks/ https://www.fanthatracks.com/news/indiana-jones-epic-stunt-spectacular-returning-to-walt-disney-world-resort-19th-december/ https://www.fanthatracks.com/news/film-music-tv/the…
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Legends VS Canon w/ William Devereux – SWR #476
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Riley and William highlight the journey of star wars publishing and break down their favorite Star Wars books in legends and canon! News: N/A Boba’s Bounty: N/A Download the mp3 HERE! (Right-click and “save as”) Email: starwarsreport@gmail.com Facebook: facebook.com/starwarsreport Twitter: twitter.com/starwarsreport iTunes: starwarsreport.com/itune…
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Riley and Jimmy shoot the breeze! News: N/A Boba’s Bounty: N/A Download the mp3 HERE! (Right-click and “save as”) Email: starwarsreport@gmail.com Facebook: facebook.com/starwarsreport Twitter: twitter.com/starwarsreport iTunes: starwarsreport.com/itunes RSS FEED: feeds.feedburner.com/starwarsreport_podcast…
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Boba Fett’s Comeback W/ Scott Ryfun – SWR #474
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News: https://www.yahoo.com/lifestyle/star-wars-series-the-book-of-boba-fett-premieres-29-dec-122356832.html https://www.nytimes.com/2021/09/22/arts/television/star-wars-visions-anime.html https://www.fanthatracks.com/reviews/film-music-tv-reviews/film-and-tv-review-star-wars-visions-season-1/ https://ndsmcobserver.com/2021/10/marcia-lucas/ Boba’s …
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News: https://www.digitalspy.com/movies/a37557974/star-wars-rise-of-skywalker-dark-rey-classic-planet/ https://www.starwars.com/news/knights-of-the-old-republic-remake https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lEjsPYfSqao https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LVx3Nyw7EN0 Boba’s Bounty: N/A Download the mp3 HERE! (Right-click and “save as”) Email: starwarsreport@gm…
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WDW Annual Passes + What's Most Overrated at Disney
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Episode Notes: https://wdwnt.com/2021/08/disney-hotel-occupancy-rates-dropping-fast-as-guests-cancel-walt-disney-world-vacations-due-to-florida-covid-19-cases/ Aaron’s thoughts https://people.com/movies/jungle-cruise-sequel-in-works-at-disney-with-dwayne-johnson-and-emily-blunt-returning-report/ Riley’s Review https://wdwnt.com/2021/08/breaking-4-n…
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Disney Genie + Galactic Starcruiser + 50th Excitement
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On this episode of Mouse & Castle... Disney Genie, Genie+, and Lightning Lane news. We give our thoughts. We have a lot of thoughts. Galactic Starcruiser prices have been announced. It is worth it? Will we go? We discuss our general excitement for the new things coming to Disney World including the Space 220 restaurant and the Harmonious nighttime …
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Bad Batch Wrapped + Overpriced Hotels – SWR #472
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News: Bad Batch Breakdown Overpriced Star Wars Hotel Boba’s Bounty: N/A Download the mp3 HERE! (Right-click and “save as”) Email: starwarsreport@gmail.com Facebook: facebook.com/starwarsreport Twitter: twitter.com/starwarsreport iTunes: starwarsreport.com/itunes RSS FEED: feeds.feedburner.com/starwarsreport_podcast…
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The End of the Star Wars Report – SWR #471
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That’s all folks. You can show your support of The Star Wars Report podcast by becoming a Patron at www.patreon.com/starwarsreport Get all kinds of exclusive bonus content for our patron supporters! News: N/A Boba’s Bounty: N/A Download the mp3 HERE! (Right-click and “save as”) Email: starwarsreport@gmail.com Facebook: facebook.com/starwarsreport T…
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Goodbye Fastpass? + runDisney Returns + Luca Review
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On this episode of Mouse & Castle Evidence points to Disney World making changes to the FastPass system Early park entry and extended park hours for Disney Resort guests More Disney World resorts opening In-person runDisney races are returning Our thoughts on Luca Riley recaps his July 4th trip to Disney World…
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Flashback: The Score Awakens W/ Gordy Haab – SWR #470
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Subscribe to Riley’s Substack! https://rileywrites.substack.com And catch Riley and Composer Gordy Haab in this throwback episode! You can show your support of The Star Wars Report podcast by becoming a Patron at www.patreon.com/starwarsreport Get all kinds of exclusive bonus content for our patron supporters! News: N/A Boba’s Bounty: N/A Download …
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Flashback: The Score Awakens W/ Gordy Haab – SWR #470
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Subscribe to Riley’s Substack! https://rileywrites.substack.com And catch Riley and Composer Gordy Haab in this throwback episode! You can show your support of The Star Wars Report podcast by becoming a Patron at www.patreon.com/starwarsreport Get all kinds of exclusive bonus content for our patron supporters! News: N/A Boba’s Bounty: N/A Download …
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Cruella Review + Avengers Campus Review + Disney is Too Expensive
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We welcome Bethany Blanton to the show to give us her review of Avengers Campus. We also review Cruella and discuss if the Disney experience is getting too expensive. https://www.orlandoweekly.com/Blogs/archives/2021/06/09/disney-may-soon-charge-for-something-its-been-giving-away-decades https://www.wdwinfo.com/walt-disney-world/boo-bash-should-cos…
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Flashback: The Force Awakens W/ Chris Taylor – SWR #469
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Subscribe to Riley’s Substack! https://rileywrites.substack.com And catch Riley and the gang in this throwback episode! You can show your support of The Star Wars Report podcast by becoming a Patron at www.patreon.com/starwarsreport Get all kinds of exclusive bonus content for our patron supporters! News: N/A Boba’s Bounty: N/A Download the mp3 HER…
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Flashback: A New Hope Watch-along – SWR #468
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Subscribe to Riley’s Substack! https://rileywrites.substack.com And catch Riley and the gang in this throwback episode! You can show your support of The Star Wars Report podcast by becoming a Patron at www.patreon.com/starwarsreport Get all kinds of exclusive bonus content for our patron supporters! News: N/A Boba’s Bounty: N/A Download the mp3 HER…
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Filoni’s Future + A bad Bad Batch – SWR #467
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Subscribe to Riley’s Substack! https://rileywrites.substack.com And catch Riley and Scott on this week’s podcast! You can show your support of The Star Wars Report podcast by becoming a Patron at www.patreon.com/starwarsreport Get all kinds of exclusive bonus content for our patron supporters! News: Star Wars filming spotted at Cruachan Reservoir i…
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Aulani Resort Review + Park Restrictions Relaxing
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Riley's review of the Disney Aulani resort in Hawaii Aaron tries to talk Riley out of joining Disney Vacation Club Some discussion around the latest Disney earnings call Disney Parks beginning to lift some COVID restrictionsBy Disney
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Breaking Bad Batch + Celebration News! – SWR #466
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Subscribe to Riley’s Substack! https://rileywrites.substack.com And catch Riley and Mark on this week’s podcast! You can show your support of The Star Wars Report podcast by becoming a Patron at www.patreon.com/starwarsreport Get all kinds of exclusive bonus content for our patron supporters! News: The Bad Batch What we think so far! Omega- and pot…
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A Detour to Indy + Re-imagining the Prequels – SWR #465
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Subscribe to Riley’s Substack! https://rileywrites.substack.com And catch Riley and Bruce on this week’s podcast! You can show your support of The Star Wars Report podcast by becoming a Patron at www.patreon.com/starwarsreport Get all kinds of exclusive bonus content for our patron supporters! News: https://www.starwars.com/news/star-wars-the-high-…
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Disneyland Expansion + Flower & Garden Food Review
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On this episode of Mouse & Castle: Aaron shares why a shorter Disney trip may be better Aaron gives his review of the food he ate while at the Epcot Flower & Garden Festival We discuss the proposed expansion to the Disneyland Resort https://mouseinfo.com/2021/03/disneylandforward-a-third-gate-theme-park-expansion-a-closer-look-at-the-concept-art/ D…
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Subscribe to Riley’s Substack! https://rileywrites.substack.com/p/your-focus-determines-your-reality And catch Riley and Mark on this week’s podcast! You can show your support of The Star Wars Report podcast by becoming a Patron at www.patreon.com/starwarsreport Get all kinds of exclusive bonus content for our patron supporters! News: https://www.s…
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Cara Out, Hera In + Tribalism in Star Wars – SWR #463
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Subscribe to Riley’s Substack! https://rileywrites.substack.com/p/your-focus-determines-your-reality And catch Riley solo on this week’s podcast! You can show your support of The Star Wars Report podcast by becoming a Patron at www.patreon.com/starwarsreport Get all kinds of exclusive bonus content for our patron supporters! News: https://deadline.…
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A Disney Mini-Moon - Grand Floridian + a Food Coma
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Topics: Grand Floridian review -Worth the $$? Only as a rare splurge -Service during COVID was fine but limited, no valet parking grounds, rooms, and views -beautiful + convenience to Magic Kingdom Skyliner experience The Food -Flame tree bbq - (mobile food ordering) -Pulled pork sandwich 4/5 -Baked Mac and cheese 5/5 -Regal eagle smokehouse -brisk…
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Clone Wars Rewatch with Matt Rushing – SWR 462
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Subscribe to Riley’s Substack! And Catch Riley Bruce, and Matt in this week’s podcast! You can show your support of The Star Wars Report podcast by becoming a Patron at www.patreon.com/starwarsreport Get all kinds of exclusive bonus content for our patron supporters! News: TheForce.net: Rumor: Mena Massoud To Play Ezra Bridger In Star Wars: Ahsoka …
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Show Topics/Stories How Is The Walt Disney Company Really Doing? | the disney food blog https://buff.ly/2N1cCK1 Disney California Adventure Park to debut ticketed food and entertainment event in March; 1,000 employees to return to work https://buff.ly/37jfqZD Top 10 Rides!! Riley’s: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Q144H_wrc_rbymkmLdQE80uP7n…
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A New KOTOR Game? + Future Deepfakes in Star Wars – SWR #461
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Catch Riley and Mark in this week’s podcast! You can show your support of The Star Wars Report podcast by becoming a Patron at www.patreon.com/starwarsreport Get all kinds of exclusive bonus content for our patron supporters! News: https://www.slashgear.com/star-wars-battlefront-2-sees-huge-player-surge-heres-why-25656595/ If you’re a Star Wars: Ba…
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Our Review of Festival of the Arts + Disneyland Annual Program Canceled
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Show Topics/Stories Riley’s latest Disney Experience Festival of the Arts Castle paint job Overall thoughts on pandemic Disney Disneyland annual passes ripped away https://www.latimes.com/entertainment-arts/story/2021-01-14/disney-annual-pass-disneyland https://insidethemagic.net/2021/01/disneyland-annual-passholder-optimism-ba1/ Tom Holland featur…
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Andor Set Leaks + New Deets on the Open World SW Game – SWR #460
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Catch Riley and Bethany in this week’s podcast! You can show your support of The Star Wars Report podcast by becoming a Patron at www.patreon.com/starwarsreport Get all kinds of exclusive bonus content for our patron supporters! News: https://www.fanthatracks.com/news/reedpop-reveal-their-2021-convention-plans/ COVID-19 may have decimated the conve…
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Feige’s Film Rumors + Lucasfilm Gaming + Scott Ryfun! – SWR #459
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Catch Riley and Scott in this week’s podcast! You can show your support of The Star Wars Report podcast by becoming a Patron at www.patreon.com/starwarsreport Get all kinds of exclusive bonus content for our patron supporters! News: Emmy-winning writer chosen for Kevin Feige Star Wars project – Fantha Tracks https://buff.ly/2XxgML6 https://www.ign.…
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High Republic News + Everything Star Wars in 2021 – SWR #458
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Catch Riley and Mark in this week’s podcast! You can show your support of The Star Wars Report podcast by becoming a Patron at www.patreon.com/starwarsreport Get all kinds of exclusive bonus content for our patron supporters! News: https://wegotthiscovered.com/movies/disney-reportedly-replace-star-wars-sequel-trilogy-characters-galaxys-edge/ https:…
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