Best Friday Night Live With The Star Podcasts (2024)

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Breaking Down the Fandom with Heavy Spoilers 43:10

1h ago43:10

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On this week’s Around the Galaxy, we’re joined by YouTube sensation Paul, the mastermind behind the Heavy Spoilers channel with over 1.4 million subscribers! Paul is known for his in-depth breakdowns of your favorite genre movies and shows—from Star Wars to Batman, Marvel to DC, Lord of the Rings to James Bond, and everything in between. Tune in as…

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James Earl Jones - King of Stage & Screen - An Icon Remembered E9214 1:49:40

5h ago1:49:40

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“No. I am your Father.” Easily one of the greatest lines in all of film history and it doesn’t stop there when it comes to a real and true Man, Myth and Legend that is James Earl Jones. A King on more than one occasion on-screen Jones’ voice and presence are always undeniable. Playing royalty seemed easy as the man exuded regality. Sadly Jones pass…

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Did You Hear That? | Star Wars Weekly News - September 20, 2024 19:51

2h ago19:51

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In this episode of Did You Hear That?, we’re covering all the biggest Star Wars news stories from the week. Straight from our live show, ATGLive, get ready for the latest updates in the galaxy far, far away!This week, the Bad Batch returns in an all-new Dark Horse Comics miniseries, Hyperspace Stories: Ghost Agents. We also dive into exclusive deta…

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Did You Hear That? | Star Wars Weekly News - September 13, 2024 17:45

1d ago17:45

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Welcome to Did You Hear That?, your go-to source for all the breaking Star Wars news, brought to you by Around the Galaxy. Each week, we deliver the top stories from across the galaxy far, far away, keeping you up-to-date with the latest in Star Wars entertainment, culture, and controversies. Whether it’s legal battles over legacy characters, new a…

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Inside the Rancho Obi-Wan Gala with Steve Sansweet and Anne Neumann 29:24

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In this special episode of Around the Galaxy, we welcome the legendary Steve Sansweet and Ann Newman from Rancho Obi-Wan, home to the world’s largest collection of Star Wars memorabilia. Join us as Steve and Ann take us on a fascinating journey through the history of this iconic collection, and how Rancho Obi-Wan has become a central hub for Star W…

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Cobra Kai Season 6 - Best of the Best! - Final Season Pt. 1 E9213 2:24:44

20d ago2:24:44

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The Sekai Taikai is upon us! And with that we have the final season of Cobra Kai! Netflix dropped the first 5 episodes on us back in July with the remainder to come in November. All our favorites are back Johnny, Daniel, Miguel, Sam, Tory, Robbie and all the rest. But what is the store for protagonists in this final season? It’s not Game of Thrones…

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Greg Grunberg Returns: Star Wars Secrets, Snap’s Fate, and the Power of Giving Back 35:05

16d ago35:05

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In this captivating episode of Around the Galaxy, we welcome back the incredibly talented Greg Grunberg, known to Star Wars fans as Snap Wexley. But Greg is much more than just an X-wing pilot; he's a storyteller, a passionate advocate, and an all-around fantastic guy with stories that extend far beyond the galaxy far, far away. "Snap" Wexley: Back…

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One and Done: Analyzing the End of The Acolyte with Clinton Yates 43:48

28d ago43:48

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Welcome back to Around the Galaxy, the ultimate Star Wars fan podcast! After a brief hiatus, we’re excited to return with an all-new episode packed with insights and in-depth discussions.In this episode, we’re thrilled to welcome Clinton Yates from ESPN and the Never Tell Me the Odds podcast. Clinton, a passionate advocate for the Star Wars franchi…

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Star Wars The Acolyte - Last 4-episode discussion E9212 2:38:46

22d ago2:38:46

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By now most have heard that latest Star Wars installment on Disney+ “The Acolyte” will not be back for a second season. The news is divisive at best with some naysayers now supporting the show and others simply glad it’s gone. We previously covered the first 4 episodes of the series and then due to scheduling had to push back our conclusion of the …

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House of the Dragon Season 2 - House of Fire! - Last 4 Ep Review E211 1:50:17

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House of the Dragon season 2 has concluded! But The Dance of Dragons seems to only have begun. And in true Game of Thrones fashion we’re left with more questions and more unresolved plots. So if you thought you were getting an end or even all out war - it would seem we’re a ways off. Two more seasons have been announced and while these episodes wer…

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Deadpool & Wolverine - Maximum Effort! - Film Review E9210 2:40:05

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**SPOILERS for DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE**It’s been over 7 days since the premiere of Marvels' latest film installment DEADPOOL & WOLVERINE! If you’re not up for SPOILERS this is not the place to be tonight! We’re going to talk about the movie in-depth with plenty of SPOILERS so this is your last and final warning!!! We assume by now most of The Friday …

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The Boys Season 4 -Beware the Jabberwock, My Sons - Last 3-episode discussion E9209 2:12:22

2M ago2:12:22

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The Boys season 4 has come to its conclusion and what a fucking end it was. Tek Knights party in ep 6 Dirty Business? The Avenue V Christmas Special in ep 7, The Insider. And then there’s the finale originally titled Assassination Run but due to real life events it was renamed simply Season Four Finale. So like a shot of fresh milk in the mouth we’…

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House of the Dragon Season 2 - Burning Down the House! - First 4 Ep Review E9208 2:03:34

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House of the Dragon has returned! The latest installment from the Game of Thrones franchise and HBO Max! We are 4 episodes in and The Dance of Dragons has officially begun! Which side have you chosen?? Are you with the Greens as they call Alicent and the Hightowers in Kings Landing where Aegon sits the Iron Throne? Or are you bending the knee to th…

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The Boys Season 4 - INDEPENDENCE DAY SPECTACULAR!!! - 1st 5-episode discussion E9207 1:42:40

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HAPPY 4th of July Friday Nighters!!! And welcome to our INDEPENDENCE DAY SPECTACULAR!!! We couldn’t think of a better to celebrate Americas Independence than by discussing the literal symbol of America himself, Time Magazines Superhero of the Year. HOMELANDER!!! After being unceremoniously brought to trial for simply defending his son, in what was …

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Star Wars The Acolyte - 1st 4-episode discussion E9206 2:06:24

3M ago2:06:24

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What is an “acolyte”? Websters says “one who assists a member of the clergy in a liturgical service by performing minor duties: one who attends or assists a leader”. An interesting first thought on the new Disney+ Star Wars series THE ACOLYTE. Starring Squid Game star Lee Jung-jae as Master Sol, Amandla Stenberg as Mae/Osha, Dafne Keen as Padawan J…

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The Iron Claw - Texas Wrestling Royalty - Film/Wrestling History Discussion E9205 1:42:32

3M ago1:42:32

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Recently made available for streaming on Max 2023 gave us THE IRON CLAW. A tale of Texas wrestlings’ most celebrated family The Von Erich’s. With the patriarch Fritz leading the charge his sons followed his footsteps into the squared circle. Not since 2008’s The Wrestler starring Mickey Rourke has a wrestling film been so captivating. The Iron Claw…

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Comic Books: State of the Industry - A Discussion on the State of the Biz E9204 2:22:12

4M ago2:22:12

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Comic Books! You know we love them, but what is the state of the industry today? AA had some thoughts on the matter and suggested we bring back a guest for the topic! All the way back from season 7 episode 151 - the founder of Comic Arts - San Antonio Mr. Nas Rodriguez! He’s got a comic-centric show coming up and some serious thoughts on the state …

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X-Men ‘97 - Previously on X-Men - Final Four Episodes Reviewed E9203 2:33:43

4M ago2:33:43

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Previously on Just Another Friday Night…episode 200 to be exact Double A & CM Chuck reviewed the first 6 episodes of the new X-Men ‘97 series on Disney+. Normally we wait for a series to conclude before covering it, however this one was just too damn good to wait! And now the season has concluded and there’s a great big hole right in the middle of …

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FALLOUT - Gimmie Shelter! - Season 1 Review E9202 2:05:52

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Fire up those Pip-Boys and crack open a nice cold Nuka Cola! We’ve got the big THUMBS UP from Vault Boy himself to dive into the series debut of FALLOUT! Based on the wildly popular video game series now Prime Video has delivered us an 8-episode series streaming with them. Fans of the video game were no doubt eagerly anticipating the series since t…

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SPIDER-MAN Tobey Trilogy - Back in Theaters! - Experience/Trilogy Review E9201 1:40:42

5M ago1:40:42

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Listen Bud, he’s got radioactive blood. Can he swing from a thread? Take a look overhead. Hey there! There goes the Spider-Man! Back in the year of Our Lord 2002, Evil Dead director Sam Raimi and Sony gave us the feature length on-screen Spider-Man we’d waited since 1962 to see. Tobey Maguire donned the blue and red webbed suit and Marvel was never…

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X-Men ‘97 - Remember It! - First 6 episode Review E8200 2:49:14

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200 EPISODES!! TWO HUNDRED!!! We’ve come this far and want to THANK YOU the Friday Nighters of The Friday Night Faithful! And we couldn’t think of a better way to cap off our 8th season than with MARVEL’s Merry Mutants the X-MEN and quite possibly the hottest series on streaming right now X-Men ‘97! So hot in fact that we couldn’t wait to cover the…

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INVINCIBLE Season 2 (Pt. 2) - Sins of the Son - Season 2 Pt. 2 Review E8199 2:09:49

6M ago2:09:49

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INVINCIBLE! Season 2, Part 2, Episode 199!!! The long awaited final 4 episodes of Invincible S2 wrapped up last week and well worth the wait it was! We’ve brought back our guest host from our Invincible S2 P1 episode CM Kal to help us finish the story! When we last saw Mark he was on a distant planet with his father Nolan aka Omni-Man and he was in…

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TWD: The Ones Who Live - Richonne Returns! - Series Review S8199 2:11:25

6M ago2:11:25

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At long last the return of RICK GRIMES and MICHONNE!! This is the story every Walking Dead fan has been waiting to see come to its conclusion. Last we saw Rick he was blowing up a bridge and being airlifted by the lady with the worst haircuts on TV - Jadis. Then we had to wait. And wait and then wait some more. We saw The Walking Dead proper end. F…

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BACK TO THE FUTURE - GREAT SCOTT! - A Trilogy Retrospective E8198 3:18:19

6M ago3:18:19

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“Marty! You’ve got to come back with me!” Where?? BACK TO THE FUTURE! That’s right Friday Nighters we’re taking you back in time to discuss one the most iconic film trilogies ever made. Doc Brown, Marty McFly and of course Biff Tannen. From Academy Award winner Stephen Spielberg and Academy Award winner Robert Zemeckis these beloved films have brou…

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Tommy Stella - ATGLive March 21, 2024 27:12

6M ago27:12

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Join Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke on a special episode of Around the Galaxy's Force Connect segment as they delve into the vibrant Star Wars universe with comic book writer and internet personality, Tommy Stella. Based in New York, Tommy is known for crafting surreal and fantastical stories that captivate audiences worldwide. In this exclusive 20-2…

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DR. DOOM - 2 Tales of DOOM! - Comic Book/Character Review E8197 2:45:24

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At long last - DOOM! The Ruler of Latveria would be most displeased with the disrespect he has received in not yet being addressed properly on this show. We aim to correct that tonight by bringing not one but TWO mighty tales that showcase the "good" Doctor named DOOM. First up is the iconic tale EMPEROR DOOM which shows us exactly what a world rul…

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Star Wars News: Did You Hear That week of March 14, 2024 18:11

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Welcome to 'Did You Hear That?' - your premier source for all things Star Wars, where we dissect the galaxy's latest news and developments with hosts Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke. This week, we dive into the speculation surrounding actor Dane DeLiegro's hints about the release of 'Skeleton Crew' on Disney Plus. Plus, an exclusive update on Jake Llo…

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Didn't Hate It Movie News: Less Star Wars Shows, Freaky Friday Sequel, Netflix's Live Action Avatar 54:19

6M ago54:19

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This episode covers the latest Star Wars news, updates on Netflix's live action Avatar: The Last Airbender, and the announcement of a Freaky Friday sequel. All this and much more.By DeSoto Arts Institute

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John Rocha - ATGLive March 14, 2024 28:40

6M ago28:40

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Welcome to another thrilling episode of "Around the Galaxy," your premier destination for all things Star Wars. Hosted by Pete Fletzer, this week's episode is jam-packed with excitement as we dive deep into the heart of the Star Wars universe alongside our special guest, the legendary John "The Outlaw" Rocha. In this week's installment, we are hono…

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X-MEN ‘92-‘96 - Children of the Atom! - Series Review E8196 1:34:47

6M ago1:34:47

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“Mutation: it is the key to our evolution. It has enabled us to evolve from a single-celled organism into the dominant species on the planet. This process is slow, and normally taking thousands and thousands of years. But every few hundred millennia, evolution leaps forward.” On Wednesday March 20th, 2024 evolution most certainly leaps forward as o…

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Clinton Yates, Part Two - Top Ten 37:11

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Join us for a special bonus episode of Around the Galaxy as we delve into the Star Wars fandom with none other than Clinton Yates, the renowned columnist, television commentator, and host at ESPN. In this exclusive segment, Clinton shares his insights as a Star Wars fan, answering our 10 burning questions about his favorite characters, memorable mo…

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Brandon Wainerdi - ATGLive March 7, 2024 27:21

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Join Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke, your hosts on a journey to explore the captivating world behind the Star Wars fandom. While typically delving into hour-long conversations, their live YouTube talk show, ATGLive, offers a special Thursday segment known as Force Connect. In these engaging 20-25 minute discussions, they invite friends from across th…

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TRUE DETECTIVE NIGHT COUNTRY - Just Another Friday Night Country! - Season Review E8195 1:45:22

7M ago1:45:22

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WE ARE BACK! LIVE and in person with you after our longest hiatus since our inception! We will discuss that and more as we go into the NIGHT COUNTRY with TRUE DETECTIVE’s Jodie Foster and Kali Reis. Foster plays Liz Danvers and Reis stars as Evangeline Navarro, as these two tackle a crime in literally the darkest times of Alaska. We want to thank a…

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Clinton Yates, Part One - ESPN, Star Wars and Sports 43:15

7M ago43:15

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Join Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke on this week's episode of Around the Galaxy as they sit down with Clinton Yates, a prominent columnist, television commentator, and host for ESPN, and one of the voices behind ESPN's official Star Wars Podcast, Never Tell Me The Odds.In this captivating conversation, Clinton shares his Star Wars Origin Story, offer…

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Didn't Hate It Movie News: Fantastic Four Casting, Marvel Reshape, New Jurassic World Trilogy 1:20:55

7M ago1:20:55

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Hey there boys and girls! In this episode of Didn't Hate It Movie News, we dive into the latest updates on Marvel's much-anticipated Fantastic Four casting reveal. Join us for a comprehensive discussion on the reshaping of Marvel's cinematic universe, exploring the details behind Deadpool and Wolverine, as well as Spiderman 4. We also discuss other…

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Arda Öcal - ATGLive February 29, 2024 1:07:25

7M ago1:07:25

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Join us for an electrifying live episode of ATGLive on Thursday, February 29th at 8pm EST! Hosts Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke are gearing up to bring you the latest Star Wars news, exclusive interviews, and your voice mails at 504-321-1501. In this special episode, we have a star-studded lineup featuring Arda Ocal from ESPN and the Star Wars podcas…

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Alex Arnold - Indiana Jones Adventures 48:51

7M ago48:51

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Join Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke on Episode 197 of Around the Galaxy, the Star Wars Fan Talk Show, as he delves into the thrilling world of Indiana Jones with special guest Alex Arnold. In this week's adventure, co-host Nick Mielke takes a solo journey into the realm of Indiana Jones and Indiana Jones collecting, exploring Alex's remarkable collec…

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Dune 1984: The Ultimate Review 28:55

7M ago28:55

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This is the audio podcast for a YouTube based podcast. Some jokes would be better if you can see them play out. Join us this week for a deep dive into the cinematic "brilliance" of Dune 1984. As we eagerly anticipate the release of Dune Part 2, we'll explore whether the original film stands as a hidden gem or a cinematic letdown. Uncover insights a…

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Corey Ryan Forrester - ATGLive February 22, 2024 1:11:25

7M ago1:11:25

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Tune in to the replay of our latest episode of ATGLive, where host Nick Mielke is joined by special guest host, the hilarious comedian Corey Ryan Forrester. Together, they dive deep into the galaxy far, far away to explore all the latest Star Wars news and controversies. In this engaging and entertaining episode, Nick and Corey dissect the most buz…

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Tom Spina - ATGLive February 15, 2024 1:07:11

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Welcome to ATGLive, the ultimate destination for Star Wars enthusiasts everywhere! Join us as we delve into the galaxy far, far away, exploring the latest headlines, dissecting key insights, and engaging with our audience in real-time. In this special episode from February 15, 2024, we are honored to host Tom Spina of Tom Spina Designs and Regal Ro…

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Heather Antos - ATGLive February 8, 2024 1:07:19

8M ago1:07:19

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Welcome to ATGLive, your go-to podcast for your weekly fix of Star Wars news and analysis! Join hosts Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke as they journey through the latest headlines and stories from the expansive Star Wars universe. In this special episode aired on February 8th, 2024, we are honored to have Heather Antos, a distinguished comic book edito…

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Rachel Leishman - The Mary Sue 1:08:43

8M ago1:08:43

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In this riveting episode of Around the Galaxy, the Star Wars Fan Talk Show, viewers are treated to an engaging and insightful conversation with the esteemed Rachel Leishman, Assistant Editor at The Mary Sue. With her professional journey dating back to 2016, Rachel brings a wealth of experience and a lifelong dedication to writing to the forefront …

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Robbie Fox - ATGLive February 1, 2024 1:02:31

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Welcome to ATGLive, your ultimate destination for everything Star Wars! Join hosts Pete Fletzer, Nick Mielke, and Chris Ryons as they dive deep into the latest news, discuss your voicemails (call 504-321-1501), and offer insightful analysis of the week's Star Wars headlines. But that's not all! Every week, we bring you special guests from the Star …

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MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE REVOLUTION - Sword & Scepter - Season 2 Review E8194 1:45:54

8M ago1:45:54

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You say you want a REVOLUTION? Well By the Power of Grayskull YOU have the POWER!!! He-Man is back from Mattel and Kevin Smith. With him comes Skeletor of course but also Hordak and the Horde!!! Also there’s Sorceress Teela, Evil Lyn, Andra, Duncan, Orko and a whole host of others!!! We’re spoiling this one so if you haven’t seen it - step out and …

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Kyle Katarn - ATGLive January 25, 2024 1:05:25

8M ago1:05:25

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Join us for the ultimate Star Wars experience every Thursday, where we bring you all the latest news LIVE from a galaxy far, far away! Hosted by the dynamic trio of Pete Fletzer, Nick Mielke, and Chris Ryons, our podcast delves deep into the Star Wars universe, exploring thrilling rumors, breaking news, and offering insightful analysis that will aw…

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Superman Annual #11 - For the Man Who Has Everything - Issue Review E8193 2:27:45

8M ago2:27:45

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For the Man Who Has Everything by Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons is easily one of the greatest Superman stories ever told. Debuting in 1985 this tale is so beloved that it even received a Justice League Unlimited episode in season 1, episode 2. The story see Wonder Woman, Batman & Robin visiting Superman at the Fortress of Solitude for his birthday. W…

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Ethan Sacks - Marvel Comics 58:58

8M ago58:58

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Welcome to Episode 196 of "Around the Galaxy," the ultimate Star Wars fan talk show hosted by Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke. Join us as we delve into the heart of the Star Wars fandom, bringing you captivating conversations with the brilliant minds behind the saga. In this episode, we are thrilled to have the immensely talented comic book writer, Et…

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