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Have you ever wondered what it takes to make a great Star Wars film or TV episode? Despite their greatness, why do these cinematic masterpieces boil up so many differing opinions? Is it simply generational? Which is the best one? If you are curious at all about any of these hot button issues, then you have come to the right place. Welcome to Duel of the Ranks (DotR), a show where we debate takes so hot that a planet with twin suns would melt! Each week, our team will review a new piece of co ...
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Welcome to my beautiful disaster! In vino veritas! In my case, there is truth in the Tito's! They say a drunk woman's words are a sober woman's thoughts, so welcome to the inner workings of a very unique brain. Listen in and connect the dots with me! Ready, aim, laughter! Disclaimer: Not responsible for hurt feelings, temper tantrums or hysterical overreactions to podcast content.
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On this week's episode of Duel of the Ranks, our hosts Brody, Brian, Luke, and Alanis rank every lightsaber duel from the Star Wars TV shows. From Din Djarin facing down Moff Gideon to Maul and Obi Wan's final confrontation, we analyze the music, stakes, and choreography to determine which is truly the greatest. Join us as we debate the merits of u…
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On this week's episode of Duel of the Ranks, our hosts Amanda, Brian, Luke, and Darth Choco rank every lightsaber duel from the nine Skywalker Saga films. From Obi Wan and Vader's confrontation on the Death Star to Rey and Kylo Ren battling through the force, we analyze the music, stakes, and choreography to determine which is truly the greatest. J…
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On this week's episode of Duel of the Ranks, our hosts Amanda, Alanis, Luke, and Darth Choco analyze the best and weakest parts of "Tales of the Empire". The animation is praised, along with its focus on lesser-known corners of the Star Wars universe like the Nightsisters and the mountain clan. The exploration of Barriss Offee's story is also consi…
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In this week's episode of Duel of the Ranks, Brian, Amanda, Luke and Alanis tackle the finale of The Bad Batch. Some found enjoyment in the action and closure for the Bad Batch crew, while others felt the episode lacked weight in the grand Star Wars narrative. The discussion dives into unanswered questions about Cody and Ventress, the underutilized…
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In this week's episode of Duel of the Ranks, Brody, Darth Choco, Luke, and Alanis debate the merits and pitfalls of The Bad Batch season 3, episode 14, titled "Flash Strike." The crew expresses both disappointment and cautious optimism. While some find the episode underwhelming, others see potential for the season finale. Echo reuniting with other …
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Morgan Wallen is full of surprises. Is it a bird, is it a plane, nope, it’s a CHAIR! His antics have given TMZ a ‘round here buzz’. Maybe he will get off with a ‘warning’ and keep on ‘living the dream’. My guess is that he will call it ‘quittin’ time’ on the bad behavior. He did say, ‘blame it on me’ — maybe he will stop all this ‘nonsense’ and foc…
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This episode of Duel of the Ranks delves into the latest episode of The Bad Batch Season 3, Episode 13: "Into the Breach." Amanda, Brian, Brody, and Luke explore everything from character development to narrative pacing, and express mixed sentiments about the direction of the show. The conversation oscillates between anticipation for the finale and…
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In this week's episode of Duel of the Ranks, Brody, Brian and Amanda dive deep into The Bad Batch Season 3, Episode 12: "Juggernaut." The hosts are joined by returning guests Luke, Alanis and Darth Choco, adding dynamic perspectives to the conversation. Our guests express disappointment in the episode's perceived lack of progression and missed oppo…
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Brian and Amanda debate the merits of episodes 8 and 9 of The Bad Batch season 3. An important discussion on what constitutes “filler” helps rationalize “Bad Territory” and helps us appreciate the details of the episode, such as the atmosphere and character design, while acknowledging the roundabout plot development. As major Asajj Ventress fans, "…
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On this week's episode of Duel of the Ranks, we discuss episodes 6 and 7 of Star Wars: The Bad Batch season 3. Brian, Amanda, and Brody share their initial thoughts on the episodes, dissecting references, animation style, returning characters, plot developments, and action sequences. They also analyze how these episodes fit into the larger Star War…
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Hosts Brody and Brody discuss the fifth episode of season 3 of "The Bad Batch" titled "The Return." Is it filler, or does the situation advance the characters forward in a meaningful way? With Omega and Crosshair back in the batch, the conflict revolves around unresolved tension between Hunter and his "prodigal brother." Brody argues that "The Bad …
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Brian and Amanda discuss episodes 10 and 11 of The Bad Batch Season 3. Join us as we debate ranks and hot takes from "Identity Crisis" and "Point of No Return." To stay up-to-date on all things Duel of the Ranks, be sure to check out our links below! Website: www.dueloftheranks.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dueloftheranks/ Twitter: https…
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Brian, Amanda, and Brody dive into the fourth episode of season 3 of "The Bad Batch," titled "A Different Approach." The episode follows Omega and Crosshair as they escape a base but crash on a perilous planet. Forced to work together, they navigate the dangers and bicker over tactics while trying to find a way off-world. The episode eventually reu…
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Rapper 50 Cent thinks Trump is going to be President, Fani Willis keeps throwing the race card, Nathan Wade is dodging child support and medical bills, and senile Joe Biden isn’t doing national interviews for the balance of the year. It’s just another day in America folks! Produced By: Fadi Gattoussi BBOS Website: Author, Dawn Burts Please follow B…
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Brian and Amanda discuss their initial reactions to the season 3 premiere of The Bad Batch. They analyze how the first three episodes set the stage for the final season, focusing on Omega being experimented on at Mount Tantiss, Wrecker and Hunter finding young clones struggling to survive, and the escape attempt with Crosshair while Emperor Palpati…
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Brian, Amanda and Brody tackle the three-part arc concluding The Clone Wars season 2 finale. Amanda throws shade on the animation and acting, but finds herself drawn to Aurra Sing's portrayal and her connection to Hondo Ohnaka. Brody, on the other hand, is a Boba Fett champion, praising the character's development and the flicker of hope extinguish…
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Brian, Amanda, and Brody delve into a two-part Clone Wars arc centered around the colossal Zillo Beast. This monstrous creature is unearthed by a new Republic weapon, sparking a debate about its fate. The ethical dilemma takes center stage as the giant escapes and wreaks havoc on Coruscant. The discussion goes beyond the monster-on-a-rampage trope,…
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Brian and Amanda delve into two enthralling episodes of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, season two. "Cat and Mouse" sparks their interest with its thematic parallels to The Last Jedi. The episode introduces the formidable villain Admiral Trench and marks the true chronological beginning of the season. "Bounty Hunters" takes a different turn, channeling …
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Mitch Aguiar is a business owner, MMA fighter, philanthropist, Navy Seal Veteran, farmer, and an all around great guy. Two and a half years have passed since I first had Mitch on the show — and a lot has changed. He’s grown his business, bought a great piece of real estate, added a pet pig to his animals, and is helping more police officers than ev…
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The sheer mendacity of Judge McAfee (read McFly)! I smell an odor of LYING! Fulton County retains its status as the most corrupt county in Georgia. Fanny quickly sacrificed Wade for her own advancement. It ain’t over! Fanny is going to find herself up the proverbial tributary without a means of translocation soon enough. Get ready for some poetic j…
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The pot meets the kettle in this episode about Mistress Willis. Fani’s black privilege seems to have no boundaries. She really has a disdain for equal treatment under the law — especially when it is applied to her and her married boyfriend. Fani and Wade perjured themselves under oath, spent taxpayer dollars on their affair, and tried to fool the p…
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Kevin Savo joins me as the first guest on Season 4 of BBOS. I found myself swept up in his professional accomplishments — filmmaker, writer, producer, director, actor, rapper, podcaster extraordinaire, storyteller, and the list goes on! His take on family, relationships, and how society views men and women is on point! He kept me on my toes and mad…
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I’m BACK! Season 4 promises to be full of surprises. Pudding Pop gaffe sprees abound (no surprise there though), illegals are getting stimulus checks, floating saunas are providing rescue services, and Biden might actually have a legitimate reason for the wacky sniffing. Oh, I almost forgot to mention that diving into dumpsters can be hazardous to …
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Amanda and Brian discuss and debate The Clone Wars episode 'Senate Murders' of Season 2, and Padme's journey of looking for WHO killed Senator Onaconda Farr!? On top of this, Brian and Amanda also discussed The Bad Batch Season 3 Trailer, their predictions for the season, and their theories based on the trailer! VENTRESS LIVES! To stay up-to-date o…
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Brody and Brian review The Mandalore Plot arc of The Clone Wars Season 2. To stay up-to-date on all things Duel of the Ranks, be sure to check out our links below! Website: www.dueloftheranks.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dueloftheranks/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DueloftheRanks TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dueloftheranks?lang=en…
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Brody, Brian and Amanda review the stand-alone episode 'Lightsaber Lost' of The Clone Wars Season 2. To stay up-to-date on all things Duel of the Ranks, be sure to check out our links below! Website: www.dueloftheranks.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dueloftheranks/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DueloftheRanks TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com…
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Duel of the Ranks is back in 2024, and this week Brody and Brian are tackling The Clone Wars Season 2: "Grievous Intrigue" and "The Deserter." Buckle up for a heated debate as they dissect these episodes, ranking them amongst the rest of the galaxy far, far away. In this episode, we dive into the thrilling rescue mission to save Jedi Master Eeth Ko…
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Brody and Amanda rank their top 5 Star Wars moments of the past year. From dramatic plot twists to the best fan engagements, we reflect on all the great memories we've experienced with our community in 2023. Join us as we celebrate another great year together and set our sights on the next! To stay up-to-date on all things Duel of the Ranks, be sur…
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Brody, Brian and Amanda review the Return to Geonosis arc of The Clone Wars season 2. We praise the visuals, action scenes, and new characters like Barriss Offee but criticize the questionable ethics of the Jedi order. While the tone and pace of the arc varies dramatically between episodes, each offers a unique insight into the past and future of t…
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Ever wonder the ethical implications swirling around the Jedi's adoption of Force-sensitive children? This fiery debate between Brian and Brody will leave you questioning the righteousness of the Jedi Order. But what's a Star Wars discussion without a bit of bounty hunter banter? We're ranking our top five, and spoiler alert, it's not all about Bob…
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Have you seen the 2008 animated Clone Wars film? Well prior to this review, Amanda and Brody had never seen it, nor did they have any plans to. Brian, however, a Clone Wars stan, had seen it when it released and implored that as such he's the only true fan of the bunch. A film centered around the kidnapping of Jabba the Hutt's son, Anakin Skywalker…
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Old Joe thinks Harris is president, Stacey Abrams is still stealing, Thanksgiving meals are going to be more expensive, and WALLS WORK! Buckle up for a swift journey into my thoughts on a few of the taglines in the news this week! Produced By: Dawn Burts BBOS Website: Author, Dawn Burts Please follow Boobs, Booze and Other Stuff on..... Spotify App…
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In this week's episode of Duel of the Ranks, Amanda, Brody, and Brian break down the exciting finale of the first season of Star Wars: The Clone Wars with episode 22 Hostage Crisis. This episode introduces us to fan-favorite antagonist Cad Bane as he and his crew of bandits break out Jabba the Hutt's uncle, Ziro from Republic prison. This all leads…
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The planet Ryloth, home to the Twi'lek people, falls under the oppressive occupation of the Separatist droid army. In "Storm on Ryloth," Ahsoka disobeys orders during an attack on the blockade, leading to a loss of her squadron. Anakin guides her to persevere and entrusts her with another daring mission. In "Innocents on Ryloth," Obi-Wan must infil…
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On this episode of Duel of the Ranks, Brody and Brian break down the "Blue Shadow Virus" arc within season one of The Clone Wars. In this episode, we'll discuss Padme and Anakin's capture, the timely arrival of Obi-Wan and Ahsoka with reinforcements, and the unexpected return of Jar Jar to Naboo, the evil scientist and more. Closing out this episod…
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Barack is a’ comin for a fourth term. Oh fuck. Obama typed Joe’s teleprompter notes and used the word ‘pause’ instead of ceasefire. One could speculate that he was afraid Joe might read ‘set fire’, but either way, it’s clear who is calling the shots in the White House. In other news, the alphabet squad got a reality check from a Pro-Palestian Musli…
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If Governor Newsom knew some facts about the effects of jacking up the minimum wage, then maybe McDonalds and Chipotle wouldn’t be going UP on their prices. PLUS, why in the hell should a fast food employee be making $20 an hour? There are so many things that defy logic these days….like publishing propaganda for the HamASS, hiring 87,000 IRS agents…
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You can win big in the lottery and still abuse your taxpayer funded EBT card — just ask over 65,000 jackpot winning dirtbags if you don’t believe me! Get ‘situated’ for the fundraiser comments made by “Dr.” Jill when she was schmoozing mega-multimillionaire super liberal Anna Wintour at her 12 million dollar townhouse in NYC. The sucker punches don…
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This week on Duel of the Ranks, the crew jumps back into S1 of The Clone Wars with Episode 16: The Hidden Enemy. Anakin and Obi-Wan discover evidence of a traitor amongst their ranks while attempting to lead Republic forces to liberate the planet of Christophsis from a Separatist siege. When the Republic is ambushed, it becomes clear that someone h…
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There is a lot of chaos going on in the world these days and it is making old Pudding Pop tired. It’s gotta be tough to hunker down in a basement when the world is going to shit. Biden has made so many things go up in the United States — crime, gas, inflation, illegal immigration….it was bound to tire him out at some point. He will have plenty of t…
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This week on Duel of the Ranks we dedicate a special episode to our newest co-host, Brian and get ALL of his hottest takes and Star Wars ranks. This episode is a great one for any new listeners of DOTR to get a retrospective of Amanda and Brody’s thoughts on their own past rankings of Star Wars, too. To stay up-to-date on all things Duel of the Ran…
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Brace yourselves as we dissect the the adrenaline-fueled finale that saw Ahsoka lock sabers with Morgan Elsbeth. In this episode, we examine the intricacies of the show, its characters and the lore that binds them, revealing the compelling power of the music that breathes life into the series. Join us as we rank this thrilling Star Wars installment…
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I always wondered what was in those cookies that Hilary Stalin baked, but I think I have a pretty good idea after she pitched a ‘formal’ reeducation for republicans — SHROOMS! Her Nazi ass ate one batch too many. Meanwhile, the Hamas just started a war with Israel and WE helped fund the medieval mofos. Pudding Pop is silent, the Secretary of State …
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It’s October! The witch hunt of the century is on in New York City. Fret not though, Trump is kicking ass and taking names. The corrupt judge openly admitted he does not obey the law — not unexpected. This episode is dedicated to all the clowns, criminals, and fake fire alarmists! Produced By: Dawn Burts BBOS Website: Author, Dawn Burts Please foll…
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Prepare to blast off into a galaxy far, far away as we, your trusty hosts Brody, Amanda, and our latest recruit Brian, take a magnifying glass to the Star Wars Universe. This week, we've set a course for the compelling events of Ahsoka, part 7, Dreams and Madness. We're scrutinizing every action-packed detail, from Hera's tense face-off with the se…
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What if there was a brand new alien race in the Star Wars universe and a planet that has never been seen before? Well, it's not just a "what if" anymore! This episode of our Star Wars podcast is a treasure chest of revelations as we journey across galaxies with our very special guest, Brian. Together, we dissect the new alien race, the Noti and the…
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Other than Biden’s gaffe-a-mania, Menendez’s bribery money spending spree, and all of the illegal aliens fleeing from their third world shit holes to their new third world country — The United States of America, not much is new in the world. I’d write a longer description, but I need to get back to listening to some music by my favorite rapper, L L…
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Breaking news: The Find My F-35 App was not fully downloaded when the fighter jet disappeared in South Carolina. Memes abound. The Fetterman Dress code caught on with Dominque Wilkins — he claims it’s racist though. If he runs for Senate, he will be able to get served anywhere he chooses in his designer sweats! Hunter Biden is suing a former WH aid…
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Buckle up, Star Wars enthusiasts, as we mark our 100th episode of Duel of the Rings with a spectacular debate and review of Ahsoka's part five! We are thrilled to have the company of our old friend Charlie, who enlightens us about his intriguing endeavors in cryptocurrencies, energy conservation, and homeschooling. Sharing the mic with him is Chris…
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