Our latest Anatomy of a Duel features an almost ridiculous "duel"... Yoda versus R2 in The Empire Strikes Back. But these two duelists meet at a point of huge importance. Enjoy! Episodes referenced in this one: Ep. 107 - Crimson Dawn Ep. 104 - Garazeb Orellios Ep. 90 - Droid Discussions - R2 Ep. 127 - Chopper Thanks to Cam Ray from Cam Ray Semiprod…

The Star Wives discuss Star Wars (An New Hope). Does Luke suffer the same fate as Yoda? Who's their favorite character? How does Batman and Robin fit into this? Listen and find out just how far the Star Wives go. Enjoy! Thanks to Mike and Dale from It's True, All of It podcast for providing our intro song. Thanks to Rob LaBarre at the Adventures of…

From the unsanctioned first batch of 200,000 all the way to the rise of the Empire, we explore the inception, skills, relationships & culture of the Clones. Enjoy! Ep. 128 - Palpatine Part 1 Ep. 126 - Shipyards - Star Destroyer Ep. 54 - Count Dooku Ep. 34 - Captain Rex Ep. 24 - Boba Fett Thanks to Cam Ray from Cam Ray Semiproductions for providing …

Sheev Palpatine - one of the most brilliantly written masterminds in modern cinema. Masterfully played political maneuvers with hidden Sith machinations make for a deep history. We scour the books, comic books and filmed entertainment to bring you part 1 of 3! Enjoy! Thanks to Mike and Dale from It's True, All of It podcast for providing our intro …

An instantly classic new character when he was first introduced in Star Wars Rebels and an origin story going back to the early days of Star Wars' inception. Join us as we celebrate C1-10P! Thanks to Cam Ray from Cam Ray Semiproductions for providing our intro song. Thanks to Ro Gazga from the Scarif Scuttlebutt Podcast for our intro! Previous epis…

In this Shipyards series episode, we delve into quite possibly one of the most iconic ship designs in all of cinematic history - the Empire's Star Destroyer. From it's origins in the Clone Wars, all the way through to The Rise of Skywalker, this ship has been intimidating fans and rebels alike since 1977. Enjoy! Stay tuned to the end of the episode…

Ahsoka Tano had a lasting impact on Star Wars since introduced to the beloved universe in 2008. It's no surprise that the debut of her own television series will likely chart a new course for the franchise for years to come.By Star Wars

We are joining 100+ other Star Wars podcasts today to commemorate the very first Star Wars podcast on February 7, 1999! This year, we come back down to earth to see where five Star Wars characters would end up! Enjoy! Thanks to James Arnold Taylor for our intro! Thanks to Cam Ray from Cam Ray Semiproductions for providing our intro song. We have t-…

From their first appearance in Star Wars: The Clone Wars, the Pykes established themselves as a cunning crime syndicate. Their control of the spice trade and favorable base of operations saw them rise to a major family in the Shadow Collective. Enjoy! Thanks to Mike and Dale from It's True, All of It podcast for providing our intro song. At the end…

"Somehow Asajj returned." Well, we think so. Fam, it's been a minute. We thought we'd get the band back together and fire this podcast back up. The Bad Batch is back, and so is one of our favorite Dathomirians. What better way to kick off a comeback. Hope you enjoy.By Star Wars

Operation: Cinder is the codename for a military operation that Emperor Palpatine planned out if he died. While it seemed like a final order to destroy the enemies of the Empire... But it was WAAYYYYY more complex than that. Listen and enjoy! Thanks to Timothy Zahn for our intro! Thanks to Rob LaBarre at the Adventures of Plan & Pivot show for join…

2023 was a banner year for Disney +, toys & literary releases for Star Wars. We review them and discuss what could be coming in 2024 - Enjoy! Thanks to Rob LaBarre at the Adventures of Plan & Pivot show for our intro! We have t-shirts for sale! Please visit our Etsy store for our latests designs! Start a ConverSWation with us: converswations.com co…

Introduced in the Prequel Trilogy, Naboo has a deep & rich history that gives it a prominence not many other planets share; pivotal battles, political tremors, unforeseen alliances - and the home planet of the galaxy’s greatest villain. Enjoy! Thanks to Cam Ray from Cam Ray Semiproductions for providing our intro song. Thanks to Dominic Pace in for…

This episode explores what if Anakin Skywalker died on Mustafar - and if Orson Krennic survived the battle on Scarif. Some VERY interesting outcomes indeed. Enjoy! Thanks to Mike and Dale from It's True, All of It podcast for providing our intro song. Thanks to Ro Gazga from the Scarif Scuttlebutt Podcast for our intro! We have t-shirts for sale! P…

Celebrating Life Day never gets old! It kicks-off the Christmas season for us and we get into the spirit of the holidays with the very best of what Life Day means! Plus a reading of the now classic T'was the Night Before Life Day! Thanks to Tom & Michelle of Hyperion Adventures Podcast for our intro! Thanks to Cam Ray from Cam Ray Semiproductions f…

If we're in it for the credits, we're in trouble! Thank you to all of our contributors: Rob LaBarre from Adventures of Plan & Pivot Podcast Ro from the Scarif Scuttlebutt Podcast Nicolas from Adventures in Locksmithing YouTube Channel Michelle from Force of Light Entertainment YouTube Channel Tom & Michelle from Hyperion Adventures Podcast Alan fro…

From Luke's cave experience in The Empire Strikes Back to all of the Jedi voices lifting Rey in the Rise of Skywalker, we explore a bunch of key (and some obscure) force visions & quests! Enjoy! Thanks to Cam Ray from Cam Ray Semiproductions for providing our intro song. Thanks to James Arnold Taylor for our intro! We have t-shirts for sale! Please…

The Emperor toying with the galaxy, a desert planet at the center of a saga and the chosen one rising as foretold in the prophecy; Just a few of the connections Dune has to Star Wars... or is that the other way around? Queue up this episode to find out & enjoy! Thanks to Mike and Dale from It's True, All of It podcast for providing our intro song. …

Hear the thoughts of Dave, William and Ali as we take you through what we liked and what we didnt like about the latest Star Wars series Ahsoka.By The_Jedi_Council

From their home world on Dathomir, to their newly identified origin world of Peridea, we discuss the Nightsisters culture, magick & history. Join us as we explore these fascinating characters! Thanks to Cam Ray from Cam Ray Semiproductions for providing our intro song. Thanks to Timothy Zahn for our intro! We have t-shirts for sale! Please visit ou…

The next entry in our Anatomy of a Duel series - the classic battle between Ahsoka & Maul in The Clone Wars, season 7. Exciting energy, motion capture and huge implications for both of their characters! Also, we have a special treat at the end of the episode; "Lobot", a pre-release from Szabologist's new album coming out this fall. Check out his ba…

Inquisitor: Rise of the Red Blade is an adult novel written by Delilah S. Dawson. Hear the thoughts of Dave, Alex and Ali as we take you through a spoiler filled review.The book was published by Random House Worlds on July 18, 2023.By The_Jedi_Council

From the Galactic Senate to the hidden corridors on Coruscant... all the way to the Alderaan, Bail Organa helped create the spark that led him to be called the Father of the Rebellion. Enjoy! Thanks to Tom & Michelle of Hyperion Adventures Podcast for our intro! Thanks to Cam Ray from Cam Ray Semiproductions for providing our intro song. We have t-…

Star Wars: The Clone Wars Season 5... A heavy season for our main characters to be sure. We discuss the final four episodes arc where Ahsoka leaves the Jedi order, and sets up "Clone Wars Saved" season 7. It also lays the groundwork for the upcoming Disney+ "Ahsoka" series. If you haven't already, please listen to our Episode 112 - The Ghost... par…

Welcome to our first "Shipyards" episode, featuring the "Ghost" from Star Wars: Rebels. While it's captain Hera Syndulla and the rest of the Specter crew carried out important missions at first, it became an integral part of the rising rebellion. Listen in and enjoy the connections to the upcoming Disney + Ahsoka series! Enjoy! Thanks to Cam Ray fr…

Wookiees and Trandoshans almost achieve the status of Jedi and the Sith for their historic conflicts. Driven by star system proximity and legendary ferociousness, these two species have had a blood rivalry since the galaxy was young. But are the balances tipped in favor over one or the other? Listen-in and find out! Enjoy! Thanks to Mike and Dale f…

Anthony Daniels is to C-3P0 as C-3P0 is to Anthony Daniels... or something like that. THREEP! We celebrate the cantankerous, hilarious, awkward yet ultimately lovable protocol droid in this next installment of droid discussions! Enjoy! Thanks to Cam Ray from Cam Ray Semiproductions for providing our intro song. Thanks to James Arnold Taylor for our…

Warwick Davis - the precocious eleven year who walked onto the set in 1982 and immediately made an impact on his cast mates, filmmakers and fans (eventually) around the world. With roles in many Star Wars productions after Return of the Jedi, and many more notable appearances, Warwick has become a fan favorite the world over! Enjoy! Thanks to Rob L…

Qui-Gon LIVES! Well... for a short time it seems. Join us as we explore how the Star Wars story would change if Qui-Gon Jinn had lived through the lightsaber battle on Naboo. While you'd think this would be a fun thing for Charles to talk about - given his affinity for the character - it ends up being almost overwhelming. With Pat's unwavering help…

A New Hope didn't take very long to introduce the nefarious Jabba The Hutt... and the sinister world of gangsters and crime syndicates in the galaxy. We are launching the Syndicate Series, where we explore a major crime syndicate. First up is Crimson Dawn. There's a virtual who's who of classic Star Wars characters intersecting with this group. Enj…

May The Fourth Be With You! We spent the day with thousands of our closest Star Wars found family members in Batuu East (Star Wars Park (Galaxy's Edge (Walt Disney World's Hollywood Studios)))! Along the way, we had a chance to speak to a few of them to record their Star Wars day experiences! Join us and special guest David from Blackspire Broadcas…

Join us and our special guests Rob from the Jedi Temple Archives Podcast & Ro from the Scarif Scuttlebutt Podcast as we dive into the different approaches the Empire & the Rebels took with building their Original Trilogy war machines. From the Death'eh Star to stolen Y-Wings on Reclam Station, we break down the fascinating tactics! Enjoy! Thanks to…

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Garazeb "Zeb" Orellios - The muscle... and the heart... of Phoenix Squadron. From his his life being saved by Kanan to his appearance in Season 3 of the Mandalorian, we do a character study on his place in the Ghost crew and his rich cultural history. Enjoy! Thanks to Mike and Dale from It's True, All of It podcast for providing our intro song. Tha…

You'd be hard-pressed to identify two other "vocations" in Star Wars that have brought us so many colorful characters. From Han Solo to Cid, and Boba Fett to Zam Wesell... we explore the origins for their jobs, and go head-to-head with a few of them. DING DING! Enjoy! Thanks to Cam Ray from Cam Ray Semiproductions for providing our intro song. Than…

From a lush environment with fantastical native beasts to the night of a thousand tears - and to the latest episodes of The Mandalorian Season 3... we explore the tragic history of Mandalore. Enjoy! Thanks to Mike and Dale from It's True, All of It podcast for providing our intro song. Thanks to Rob LaBarre for our intro! Start a ConverSWation with…

BONUS DISC! As if our 100th Episode Lukestravaganza wasn't enough, we are releasing this bonus disc of material! We had such a blast with our special guests discussing some deep aspects of Luke's character, we wanted to make sure we had the complete picture of Luke's story arc. Sit back on that bantha and enjoy! Thanks to Cam Ray from Cam Ray Semip…

The Padawan that was William, becomes a Jedi Knight tonight, when he joins Ali and Dave for Podcast 82 to discuss the Bad Batch Season 2. Supposedly this was to debate the Bad Batch, but as always we went wider, covering off Kenobi and Andor as well, before coming back to the Bad Batch and what William thinks of the show and how it continues the Cl…

Our 100th episode! We went live for an episode for the first time on February 11th, 2023! We were joined by some great guests, had a lively chat all night, gave away some awesome prizes and had a wonderful time with the interactive top 100 characters in Star Wars! Enjoy the audio replay here, or watch the full broadcast here on YouTube! Our guests:…

Time to catch up with some thoughts on Tales of the Jedi and Andor. Oh, and thanks, Dooku, for being such a @#ck. But, also, you didn't deserve that.By Star Wars

Join us and 100+ shows celebrating #StarWarsPodcastDay2023! Throughout the day, we’ll all be doing a special episode commemorating the first #StarWars podcast, Jedi Talk, released on 2/7/99! Listen in as we talk all about the bars in Star Wars - both on film and in real-life! Enjoy! Thanks to Mike and Dale from It's True, All of It podcast for prov…

The Clone Wars - S2, Ep.15: The Mandalore Plot. Not only does this episode introduce us to Satine Kryze, it is also the first appearance of the Darksaber. Obi-Wan Kenobi duels with Pre Visla on the moon of Concordia for a brief period. We break down the duel in the first part of the show, and then discuss implications up to and including what we co…

Andor Season 1 on Disney+ was an amazing series that set-up the exciting plot lines of what we saw in Rogue One! Join us and our special guests Micheal & Dale from It's True, All Of It podcast as we break down and discuss the first 6 episodes of the series. Please jump over to It's True, All Of It podcast for our discussion of episodes 7 through 12…

Leaping off the pages and onto the small screen are the amazing heroes from the NEW-GEN universe! We have the honor of being joined by JD Matonti, co-founder and Director (and artist!) of NEW-GEN, and Rick Andrade, President & Creative Director of Pixeldust Studios. They catch us up on all of the exciting happenings since our first episode with JD,…

Join a full house of Council members as we look back over the last 5 years of being a Star Wars podcast. From the humble beginnings of Alex and Dave rambling about the fandom, to having Andy, Ali, Justin and Mara become part of the collective over the years. What have we liked or not in the last 5 years? Whats is our high and low? May The Force Be …

We are joined by the Podfather himself, Ro Gazga of Scarif Scuttlebutt Podcast to go far... far behind the scenes of Star Wars! From the rebel crew at ILM to the tools they created to the far-reaching influence on the Disney+ series we see today. Enjoy! Thanks to Cam Ray from Cam Ray Semiproductions for providing our intro song. We have t-shirts fo…

The night cap (literally!) to our revisited UPaC watch list! We delve into the Disney+ streaming service, Star Wars Resistance & the Sequel Trilogy. Pat brings up an interesting way to think about the much maligned return of Palpatine. Enjoy! Thanks to Mike and Dale from It's True, All of It podcast for providing our intro song. Thanks to Ro Gazga …

June 1, 2019 - Our first "Ultimate Pat and Charles Machete Watching Order" review of all of the Star Wars filmed entertainment. So much has been released since then, and as the Obi Wan Kenobi series came to a close, we felt the time was right to revisit it. In this first part, we spend quite a bit of time discussing The Clone Wars, which only goes …

Tatooine; the Skywalker saga's most important planet. From A New Hope to Rise of Skywalker and everything in between, we explore it all! Join us as we embark on the road to our 100th episode! Thanks to Mike and Dale from It's True, All of It podcast for providing our intro song. Thanks to Rob LaBarre at Jedi Temple Archives Podcast & Hoop Dee Duo R…

America's favorite past time has many connections to Star Wars, and we have a blast talking about them with Adam & Josh! Star War days in the parks, fielding a dream team of Star Wars characters and more! We also premiere our newest bit; Droid on First! Enjoy! Thanks to Cam Ray from Cam Ray Semiproductions for providing our intro song. Thanks to Ji…