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The Next Generation Strikes Back! A weekly Star Wars Radio Show featuring the latest Star Wars news and discussion. Hosted by dedicated fans Chris Seekell, Benjamin Hart, and Dominic Jones, the SWU Podcast covers all things Star Wars. From the classic films to Episode VII and beyond, from Star Wars: The Clone Wars to the Expanded Universe, from Star Wars Rebels to the latest in collecting, the SWU Podcast is there. Plus you never know who might stop by! We must got to the lower levels...The ...
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OMC – A podcast for the sophisticated music lover. A podcast for ladies & gentlemen whose hangovers now last till Tuesday. A podcast for those that would rather find a corner table in the club that inside the bassbin. A podcast for those whose trousers actual stay mostly round their waist. A podcastfor those… who quite frankly… know their sh*t
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Planning phase syndicate is a collective of X-Wing miniatures game players, sharing their experiences with the game. They will strive to bring you a variety of content from training and how to videos all the way to streamed games and hot meta-takes. The show’s focus Will be both to teaching new players as well as helping to hone those veterans skills. With fun, educational, and creative content, they will endeavor to add value to the listeners X-Wing experience. With some in-depth discussion ...
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Fandom City Pod is a mature podcast meant for fandom geeks. FCP covers Star Wars, Supernatural, TWD, MCU, DC, Movies, TV, Gaming and more. We record live Wednesday nights on Mixlr or you can download the edited versions Friday's.
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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 fe…
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On this episode of the SWU Harvest Podcast, Jon talks to 3-time X-Wing World Champion Paul Heaver. As a former World Champion of a Fantasy Flight Games Star Wars experience, Paul has some interesting insights on Unlimited and Organized Play. He himself has picked up a deck or three, and has started playing SWU competitively. Jon may not be the best…
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Welcome back to Planning Phase Syndicate as we dive into Decks for each Archetypes. This episode is a follow up to our last episode where we discussed what Archetypes you will see in Unlimited. We review different types, how they function, counter plays and what it is like to run this deck. This segment is based on Spark of the Rebellion so all dec…
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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 Sw…
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With 6 episodes in we are running the gambit and deciding how to fit all of our content into one episode a week. This week we determined we wanted to talk about Archetypes and what they mean to Star Wars Unlimited. Reviewing what we feel are the main archetypes and what future ones could arise. Also this week we have spoilers to cover in all their …
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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 t…
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Thank you for joining us for a Very Special Episode™, in which we take a trip for a Store Showdown! This is a shorter episode, and the sound quality is a little less than optimal (I apologize... the nice studio setup made me forget how to edit gonzo-style recording). We will be back in the studio for the next one. In this episode, we wax poetic abo…
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This week the team decided to deep dive into a discussion on Aggro Decks, specifically Sabine as she is dominating Store Showdowns and Cash Tournaments. The team reviews mechanics of the deck, a basis for piloting, and a discussion on if we should be”teching” against this deck or just embracing mirror match heaven. Also they will review which Sabin…
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On this episode, Dominic, Ben, Chris (briefly), and Hannah are joined by Din from the band F-105 to break down all six Tales of the Empire episodes. 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…
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A weekend of amazing Star Wars celebrations, as two out of the three hosts attended the first Store Showdown of the season. We also cover a couple of interesting decks from other events this weekend that pique our interest. And if that was not enough we have Spoilers coming out of our ears with FFG giving us an amazing look at set 2 this week. Join…
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This week the group will discuss Embracer splitting up the companies it owns and what this could mean for AMG Parent company Asmodee. They will review what happened, the length of time it will take and how it is giving Asmodee 900 Million in debt. They also cover the Worlds 2025 revamp that AMG dropped after saying it was canceled. Join us on https…
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Episode 4 of the SWU Harvest Podcast is here! Join the crew as they talk about a recently spoiled round of cards for the new Star Wars: Unlimited set "Shadows of the Galaxy". Then, the team talks Store Showdowns, and generally how to prepare for events. SWU Harvest is your go-to source for all things Star Wars: Unlimited, offering a website (swuhar…
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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 …
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With two episodes in the bag, we are back to talk about the capture mechanic and what the new spoilers are for set 2 from the week. We will also touch on the Orlando 5K and if Vader Blue is going to become a prominent deck or if it is just a passing phase. Lastly we have our For A Cause segment tackling how each of the hosts would build a unique de…
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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 War…
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On this episode, Dominic, Ben, Hannah, and Chris are joined by Alex Damon of Star Wars Explained (YouTube Link) to discuss the penultimate episode of The Bad Batch, “Strike Force”. They 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 Bat…
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An exciting week for spoilers as we get a preview article and more cards. Tonight the team will review each of the cards, talk about what they would like to see them played with, and if any of the cards feel like they are must-includes in new decks. They will also review a user submitted Leia Yellow deck to provide feedback and techniques Join us o…
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This week the team is joined by Grand River X-Wing League Commissioner Tristan. We spend the episode talking about this upcoming tournament, how you can get involved and why you want to be here for it. This episode will also include a discussion about the origins of the tournament and how you can organize your own team tournament locally. Join us o…
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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 wor…
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Episode 3 of the SWU Harvest Podcast is here! Join the crew as they talk about the recent Fantasy Flight Games livestream that addressed supply issues. Thrill as they return with another installment of "Venn There, Done That". They also discuss recent events, the Leaders from the Starter pack of the new set (Shadows of the Galaxy), and take a close…
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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…
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Welcome to the inaugural episode of Planning Phase Syndicate’s New Star Wars Unlimited Podcast. We started as an X-Wing Podcast a little over two years ago, and have decided to dip our toes into Unlimited Podcasting. We are dedicated to helping people learn how to play, developing community, strategic analysis of the game, and spoilers for the game…
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This week the team covers their thoughts on making changes to points for a new meta for the upcoming store champ season. The highly anticipated points changes that can actively shake up a meta have to be on the horizon and the Team Weighs in on their predictions for what will change. Join us on https://www.twitch.tv/planningphasesyndicate live ever…
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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 …
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With the past couple of weeks being a blur, the crew gets back together to talk about Worlds, their experiences, the weekend, and how much fun it was to see everyone. They talk about the lists that won, what they found interesting about the results, and of course they will cover the Last Chance Qualifier. They also discuss their thoughts on the fut…
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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 …
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Welcome to the latest episode of the SWU Harvest Podcast! Join the crew as they settle into their new space, unpacking recent big events and diving into the latest insights from the Fantasy Flight Games developer chat. SWU Harvest is your go-to source for all things Star Wars: Unlimited, offering a vibrant website (swuharvest.com), engaging podcast…
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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 F…
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On this episode Chris, Hannah and Ben are joined by Matthew and Joel from Eye On Canon to not only discuss the newest episode of The Bad Batch, “Bad Territory”, but also break down the epic new trailer for The Acolyte! The first examine all the new characters revealed by the trailer, including Sol, Mae, Indara, Yord, Jecki, and more! They also dive…
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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 p…
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Tonight the team will go over the Empire and Rebels factions for world review. We will explore what impact the new BOE pack has on the factions and if we will see any of the new pilots for worlds. Join us on https://www.twitch.tv/planningphasesyndicate live every Sunday night at 9pm est. Links --------- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRX…
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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 story…
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This week the team is a few days late launching out their Arc 170’s, but they are back tackling Republic in this week's Worlds Prep. They break down the faction to review if there is a chance we see something other than Padme’. Also they review the Adepticon rules in an effort to make sure everyone brings legal stuff to Worlds. Join us on https://w…
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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…
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This episode will be covering the recent Sith Takers Tournament this weekend. It was one of the largest X-Wing Tournaments that happened during this season. We cover lists we like, what did well, and if BOE showed up in force. Also we will be covering our Worlds Prep for the Resistance faction and break down what is hot, what to watch for, and shou…
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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. The…
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This week we bring to you another episode chock full of good content. We begin the episode discussing the new NCX League and Format which is not up to 20 teams and over 100 players. We will also continue our Road to Worlds discussion with a deep dive into First Order, the pieces that make the faction, and if we feel there are any competitive lists …
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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 prom…
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This week the team will look at the revealed spoilers from AMG for the Battle Over Endor scenario pack. We will also continue with our Worlds Prep with CIS and look at the breakdown of the viable ships and lists for the faction Join us on https://www.twitch.tv/planningphasesyndicate live every Sunday night at 9pm est. Links --------- Youtube: https…
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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 f…
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AMG gave us a Friday surprise when they released the new points for Worlds as well as BOE points. So now we know what points will be legal for Worlds so people can start prepping. Speaking of Prep Work, we are starting our series leading up to Worlds by analyzing factions to determine what is popular, what are the pieces you should be building with…
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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 dro…
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This week the team analyzes and breaks down the last of the store champs for this 2023 season. They review a few lists that were up and comers that might shake up the meta. Lastly the team will focus on what their predictions where for faction ranking, review who came the closest, and then look at what the numbers say on a high level for each facti…
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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 ma…
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This week after a satisfying win by the lions, the team gets together to review Chile and the Las Vegas Open World Qualifiers. They take on the top lists of each event, and discuss the meta shift we are seeing and if other lists are taking Han’s Spot. They also focus on some of the new features of the Pattern Analyzer website. If that was not enoug…
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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 an…
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We are getting closer to the end of Store Champ Season, and we are covering them to the bitter end. This week we have some cool lists with twists in them to review as well as the one JJ streamed. Also we are going to do our Roll Call segment on Holo and a quick discussion on AMG Leaks and their new event coming to the UK this upcoming year. Join us…
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