In this Priority Transmission, Tricia Barr and B.J. Priester (FanGIRL Blog) share details and facts about everything they experienced at Season of the Force opening day at Disneyland in Anaheim, CA. They talk about attractions like the new Star Tours: The Adventures Continue update and Hyperspace Mountain. NEW characters like Sabine and the BD-X dr…

THE BAD BATCH HAS CHALLENGES WITHOUT TECH. Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski dive into the storytelling and character beats of The Bad Batch Season 3's episodes 4 through 7. From Crosshair and Omega's reunion with Hunter and Wrecker to the Batch joining Rex's team on Teth a lot happens for each clone personally. Plus we ponder who is that Clone X opera…

The Bad Batch doesn’t exist without Dee Bradley Baker putting his spin on Clone Force 99. In advance of Season 3, he sat down with a roundtable of Star Wars media to talk about bringing Crosshair, Hunter, and Wrecker to life. The Bad Batch Season 3 premieres on Disney+ on January 21th, 2024. Be sure to check out our interview with showrunners Brad …

The Bad Batch showrunners Brad Rau and Jennifer Corbett share insights into Season 3 when they join a roundtable of Star Wars media. This is a MUST LISTEN interview for Star Wars fans. The Bad Batch Season 3 premieres on Disney+ on January 21, 2024. Be sure to check out interviews with Dee Bradley Baker (Crosshair, Hunter, Wrecker) and Michelle Ang…

In The Bad Batch Season 3 Omega is a force for optimism and good. In advance of Season 3, Michelle Ang sat down with a roundtable of Star Wars media to talk about the challenges facing the oldest member of Clone Force 99. The Bad Batch Season 3 premieres on Disney+ on January 21, 2024. Be sure to check out our interviews with showrunners Brad Rau a…

THE BAD BATCH IS BACK! Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski share highlights from their conversations with Dee Bradley Baker (Crosshair, Hunter, Wrecker), Michelle Ang (Omega), Jennifer Corbett (Head Writer) and Brad Rau (Supervising Director) as they breakdown the impactful character moments of the first three episodes. Sarah highlights some musical mome…

THE BAD BATCH RETURNS FOR A FINAL SEASON! Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski have thoughts on some surprise reveals in the trailer. Asajj Ventress lives; hold our lightsabers while we hug each other and cry. The show premieres on Disney+ February 21 with three new episodes and runs through May 1st. That’s not the only news since our last episode of 2023…

THE GANG IS BACK TOGETHER! In a special episode, Teresa Delgado joins Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski to reminisce on 10 years of Fangirls Going Rogue. We’re not just going to walk down memory lane. Old interviews with Dave Filoni, Vanessa Marshall, Tiya Sircar, and more highlight some of the paths Star Wars storytelling has taken. In our first inter…

AHSOKA is over, but that won’t be the end of the discussion for a show that leaves more questions than answers. Join Sarah Woloski and Tricia Barr as they dig into the music from Episodes 6 through 8 as well as the character developments for Ahsoka and Sabine. It’s Halloween season, so Morgan Elsbeth and the Great Mothers of the Witch Kingdom get a…

Ahsoka is reunited with her former master Anakin Skywalker in AHSOKA Episode 6. Is this in her head or has she gone to a world between worlds. Sarah Woloski and Tricia Barr discuss this amazing episode “Shadow Warrior” plus look back at “Time to Fly” (Episode 3) and “Fallen Jedi” (Episode 4) in our listener comment section. Here’s that Topps card r…

It’s been three years since the AHSOKA television show has been announced. After much anticipation, it has arrived. Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski react to the premiere episodes “Master and Apprentice” and “Toil and Trouble.” If you haven’t watch the episodes turn back now because this is a spoiler-filled discussion. Related Dave Filoni’s Facebook p…

Over in our Facebook Page Bill Beechler challenged Sarah Woloski and Tricia Barr to talk about Star Trek. As long-time fans of both Star Wars and Star Trek, we accepted. There has been a long relationship between the franchises; George Lucas went to Trek conventions and Gene Rodenberry helped celebrate Star Wars’ 10 year anniversary. We explore the…

Ahsoka Tano graces the cover of the latest issue of Empire Magazine, which includes interviews with Ahsoka series showrunner Dave Filoni and lead actress Rosaria Dawson. In a new episode, we dig into our favorite new details revealed in the magazine. Following the Galactic Starcruiser news, long-time listener Meredith Duckworth shares her recent ad…

May 4th is upon us and plenty of fresh content drops on Disney+, including Young Jedi Adventures and Star Wars Visions Season 2. We had a chance to attend the Star Wars Visions creator press conference at Celebration Europe last month. If you’re not sure about this anthology series from animation companies around the world, then listening to the wr…

Star Wars Celebration Europe 2023 is in the books. Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski experienced from different perspectives, in-person and live stream, and bring you the best of both. Fangirls Going Rogue explore all the exciting reveals from panels on Ahsoka, The Clone Wars 15 Year Anniversary, Kenobi, Andor, The Mandalorian, The Acolyte, The Bad Bat…

The Mandalorian season 3's second episode "The Mines of Mandalore" thrusts Bo-Katan into the spotlight. Sarah Woloski and Tricia Barr giddily react, sharing thoughts on faith, music, and storytelling with a heavy focus on Bo-Katan and Din's relationship. We also draw on insights from an amazing roundtable with Bo-Katan Kryze herself - Katee Sackhof…

Sarah Woloski and Tricia Barr celebrate the return of The Mandalorian. We share our experience at the World Premiere in Hollywood and reactions to the first episode. Plus we joined amazing roundtables with Executive Producers Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni, and Rick Famuyiwa. There are some amazing insights. These are must listen interviews. OUR MARVEL S…

Sarah Woloski and Tricia Barr celebrate Galentines Day Star Wars style. Back in our early fandom days there was Leia Organa and Mon Mothma and no Star Wars girl friendships. Things have changed for the better. We pick our fangirl squads and compare the many different female friendships now exist in the galaxy far, far away. We also take a chance to…

The Bad Batch doesn't exist without Dee Bradley Baker putting his spin on Hunter, Echo, Tech, Wrecker, and Crosshair. In advance of Season 2, he sat down with a roundtable of Star Wars media to talk about bringing Clone Force 99 to life. The Bad Batch Season 2 premieres on Disney+ on January 4th, 2023. Be sure to check out our interview with showru…

The Bad Batch showrunners Brad Rau and Jennifer Corbett share insights into Season 2 when they join a roundtable of Star Wars media. This is a MUST LISTEN interview for Star Wars fans. The Bad Batch Season 2 premieres on Disney+ on January 4th, 2023. Be sure to check back for upcoming interviews with Dee Bradley Baker and Michelle Ang. OUR ZOOM DIS…

In The Bad Batch Season 2 Omega is older and wiser. In advance of Season 2, Michelle Ang sat down with a roundtable of Star Wars media to talk about the challenges facing the newest member of Clone Force 99. The Bad Batch Season 2 premieres on Disney+ on January 4th, 2023. Be sure to check out our interviews with showrunners Brad Rau and Jenniifer …

In a previous episode of Fangirls Going Rogue recorded at the halfway point of ANDOR Season 1, we spoke about the various and unique female characters in the show. Not one woman, but many! Now that season has wrapped, we explore the various ways that characters can be compared and contrasted: Wow is Edie different as a mother than Mon? How is Maarv…

Tales of the Jedi is a series of six short-form animated fables that visits crucial moments in the lives of two Jedi - Ahsoka Tano and Count Dooku - who both choose to leave the Jedi Order before Order 66. While all three of the Ahsoka stories were written by Lucasfilm key creative Dave Filoni, the middle Count Dooku animated short "Choices" was wr…

After reading Tony Gilroy's interview on StarWars.com where he discusses "The Education of Cassian Andor" as a working title for ANDOR, Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski explore the many ways the women of the critically-acclaimed show inform the central character. At the end we include a non-spoiler review for Tales of the Jedi, which arrives on Disney…

Fangirls Going Rogue had the chance to sit down with Adria Arjona (Bix Caleen) from upcoming Disney+ Star Wars show ANDOR. As a character that has an established relationship with Cassian Andor, Arjona offered valuable insight into the show. Also participating in the roundtable were fellow Star Wars podcasters, Richard Woloski from Skywalking Throu…

Sarah Woloski just returned from D23 Expo - the Disney convention that covers all Disney brands including Lucasfilm and Marvel. Tricia Barr viewed the experience on social media, and each brought a different perspective to our conversation. From the huge Lucasfilm/Marvel panel to some more intimate experiences, we share our thoughts on the weekend.…

Fangirls Going Rogue participated in a media day for the upcoming Disney+ Star Wars show ANDOR. A virtual press conference was hosted by Joe Neumaier, film critic for the New York Daily News, and included the following participants: Diego Luna (“Cassian Andor” and Executive Producer) Genevieve O’Reilly (“Mon Mothma”) Kyle Soller (“Syril Karn”) Deni…

Star Wars: The Princess and the Scoundrel by Beth Revis (Rebel Rising) is out now! Sarah Woloski and Tricia Barr dive into the worldbuilding and character arcs of princess Leia Organa and scoundrel Han Solo after the events of Return of the Jedi. This is a spoiler discussion. If you're not sure about the book check out either Sarah's Youtube review…

Light & Magic is a 6-part series about the innovators and creatives who contributed to the legendary success of Industrial Light & Magic, a Lucasfilm company. From acclaimed director and screenwriter Lawrence Kasdan (The Empire Strikes Back, Raiders of the Lost Ark, The Force Awakens), the documentary features interviews with George Lucas, Kathleen…

Star Wars tackles another legacy character with the Obi-Wan Kenobi series and delivers Big TIME! Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski explore the themes of family and identity that are integral to Deborah Chow's storytelling vision for the Disney+ series. Not only are our understandings of foundational characters Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker furthe…

Star Wars Celebration Anaheim is over. Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski bring the fun to you. From the Obi-Wan Kenobi premiere to the surprising Tales of the Jedi panel, we share what excited us at the convention. There is a lot to look forward to in 2022 and beyond. Related: Episode 22.9: Animation is Art Tales of the Jedi Panel via Skywalking Throug…

Hayden Christensen blew our minds at an intimate roundtable of Star Wars media, including Tricia Barr (FANgirl Blog / Fangirls Going Rogue), James Burns (Jedi News), Dan Zehr (Coffee With Kenobi), and Charlotte Errity and Caitlin Plesher (Skytalkers Podcast). In advance of his return as Darth Vader in Disney+'s Obi-Wan Kenobi, Christensen explores …

Moses Ingram may be new to the Star Wars universe, but she proved to be a great conversationalist at an intimate roundtable of Star Wars media, including Tricia Barr (FANgirl Blog / Fangirls Going Rogue), James Burns (Jedi News), Dan Zehr (Coffee With Kenobi), and Charlotte Errity and Caitlin Plesher (Skytalkers Podcast). Moses Ingram shares her ex…

We were chomping at the bit to talk with director Deborah Chow about her all-new Obi-Wan Kenobi Disney+ series. She shares so much at an intimate roundtable of Star Wars media, including Tricia Barr (FANgirl Blog / Fangirls Going Rogue), James Burns (Jedi News), Dan Zehr (Coffee With Kenobi), and Charlotte Errity and Caitlin Plesher (Skytalkers Pod…

Ewan McGregor brought his uncanny charm to an intimate roundtable of Star Wars media, including Tricia Barr (FANgirl Blog / Fangirls Going Rogue), James Burns (Jedi News), Dan Zehr (Coffee With Kenobi), and Charlotte Errity and Caitlin Plesher (Skytalkers Podcast). The Obi-Wan Kenobi star discusses his role as executive producer and the vision of d…

While Fangirls Going Rogue started with a combined love of the Star Wars films, it is undeniable that the animated shows have been a crucial part of our journey with the franchise. When Phil Lord and Christopher Miller (The LEGO Movie, Spider-Man: Into the Spiderverse) penned their op-ed in Variety following the year's Oscars slight of animation, i…

Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski discuss the theatrical elements of Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. Includes excerpts from FANgirl Blog's interview with Alex Lee, Production Manager, Live Entertainment. This episode includes spoilers for the Halcyon adventure. Proceed at your own risk! https://youtu.be/gi871hc_Zkw Related Our Galactic Starcruiser cov…

The Obi-Wan Kenobi Teaser Trailer is here! Tricia Barr, Sarah Woloski, and Teresa Delgado dive into the beautiful cinematic visuals and how this ties into one of our favorite shows Star Wars Rebels. Related Entertainment Weekly's First Look Photos Entertainment Weekly Obi-Wan Kenobi Cover Story Entertainment Weekly Interview with Obi-Wan Kenobi Dir…

Fangirls Going Rogue and FANgirl Blog were invited to a pre-launch sailing of the exciting new Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser experience at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida. After the first day of our adventure on the Chandrila Star Line Halcyon, we sat down with creatives behind the Starcruiser experience. First up is Matt Martin, Senior Cre…

Fangirls Going Rogue and FANgirl Blog were invited to a pre-launch sailing of the exciting new Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser experience at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida. After the second day of our adventure on the Chandrila Star Line Halcyon, we sat down to discuss - in a non-spoilery way - the day's events. Joining Teresa Delgado, Sarah…

Fangirls Going Rogue and FANgirl Blog were invited to a pre-launch sailing of the exciting new Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser experience at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida. After the first day of our adventure on the Chandrila Star Line Halcyon, we sat down to discuss - in a non-spoilery way - the day's events. Joining Teresa Delgado, Sarah …

The Book of Boba Fett finale has arrived! Tricia Barr, Teresa Delgado and Sarah Woloski discuss their reactions to the series. The ups, the downs, and everything in between. BE SURE TO CHECK OUT OUR PREVIOUS EPISODE ON THE CULTURAL IMPACT OF ENCANTO. Related FANGIRLS GOING ROGUE MARVEL AND STAR WARS ZOOM DISCUSSION ON THE BOOK OF BOBA FETT WILL BE …

Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski dive into the music and cultural impact of Disney Animation's 60th film Encanto. BE SURE TO CHECK OUT OUR LATEST EPISODE: Ringing in 2022. Related Skywalking Through Neverland's review of Encanto Skywalking Through Neverland's Encanto episode Encanto animation choreography video 'Encanto's' 'Bruno' Is the First Disney …

Happy New Year! Tricia Barr, Teresa Delgado and Sarah Woloski say goodbye to our favorite things in 2021 and share what they are excited for in 2022. BE SURE TO CHECK OUT OUR PREVIOUS EPISODE ON THE BOOK OF BOBA FETT. Related FANGIRLS GOING ROGUE MARVEL AND STAR WARS FACEBOOK DISCUSSIONS RETURN TO SATURDAYs (8PM ET/5PM PT) IN JANUARY WITH DISCUSSIO…

The Book of Boba Fett is here! Tricia Barr, Teresa Delgado and Sarah Woloski discuss their reactions to the series premiere. BE SURE TO CHECK OUT OUR PREVIOUS EPISODE ON STEPHEN SONDHEIM. Related FANGIRLS GOING ROGUE MARVEL AND STAR WARS FACEBOOK DISCUSSIONS RETURN JANUARY 8, 2022 WITH DISCUSSIONS ON HAWKEYE FINALE AND THE BOOK OF BOBA FETT. Social…

Tricia Barr, Teresa Delgado and Sarah Woloski dive into the life and works of Stephen Sondheim. TW: for discussion of sexual assault in West Side Story. BE SURE TO CHECK OUT OUR LATEST PRIORITY TRANSMISSION: Tales From The Galaxy's Edge! Related FANGIRLS GOING ROGUE MARVEL AND STAR WARS FACEBOOK DISCUSSIONS RETURN JANUARY 8, 2022 WITH DISCUSSIONS O…

Tricia Barr, Teresa Delgado and Sarah Woloski dive into the multitude of announcements from Disney+ Day. From Star Wars and Marvel to NatGeo to animation, we will share our favorites coming to Disney+. BE SURE TO CHECK OUT OUR LATEST PRIORITY TRANSMISSION: Tales From The Galaxy's Edge! Related FANGIRLS GOING ROGUE SATURDAY NIGHT ZOOM IS BACK! Socia…

Star Wars: Tales from the Galaxy’s Edge is a Virtual Reality experience coming to the Downtown Disney® District at the Disneyland® Resort in Anaheim, California on Sunday, November 21, 2021 and running through January 5, 2022. This is a free experience that expands the location of Batuu beyond the confines of Black Spire Outpost. The experience fea…

Continuing with our new one-topic per episode format, Tricia Barr, Teresa Delgado and Sarah Woloski explore the many ways Ted Lasso Season 2 borrows from Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back. It's more than a show about a white man from the American midwest; it also captures many of the ideals of representation that we often talk about on the show. B…

Continuing with our new one-topic per episode format, Tricia Barr, Teresa Delgado and Sarah Woloski celebrate witches in pop culture! We each share our favorite good and bad witches - from Bewitched Samantha to The Clone Wars' Mother Talzin, Once Upon a Time's Regina to WandaVision's Agatha Harness and even Ursula. The conversation leads to talk of…