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A Complicated Profession: "Star Wars" on TV

Bounty hunting, not unlike podcasting, is A Complicated Profession. Your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat are here to discuss all the new television series from a galaxy far, far away.

Episodes

98: Atomic Shakespeare

A long time ago—roughly 1986—in an Italian city far, far away… Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony return to, at long last, discuss a classic episode of TV including levels of context, Star Trek cameos, and what exactly is going on. We also tease our forthcoming member-exclusive bonus episode! Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Mar 06, 202558 minEp. 98

97: Skeleton Crew S1E8: "The Real Good Guys"

I would have gotten away with it too, if it weren’t for you meddling kids! Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony are back to discuss the finale of Skeleton Crew, including collateral damage, surprising non-reveals, and pirates who need day jobs. Want more ACP before we return to discuss Andor Season 2 in April? Sign up to be a member of The Incomparable for special bonus content from your Star Wars pals! Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Jan 16, 20251 hr 16 minEp. 97

96: Skeleton Crew S1E7: "We're Gonna Be in So Much Trouble"

Back through the barrier we go! Your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat are back to discuss the latest episode of Skeleton Crew including Jude Law’s finest acting, THE CLAW, and the Vane Extended Universe. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Jan 12, 20251 hr 16 minEp. 96

95: Skeleton Crew S1E6: "Zero Friends Again"

Trash crabs, unite! Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony return to discuss the latest episode of Skeleton Crew, including why you should press the button that you should never press, con man speeches, and how much of a language Huttese really is. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Jan 05, 20251 hr 1 minEp. 95

94: Skeleton Crew S1E5: "You Have a Lot to Learn About Pirates"

What pirate doesn’t love a relaxing day at the spa? Your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat return to discuss the latest episode of Skeleton Crew, including talking like a pirate, unnecessarily expensive traps, and what exactly is a concubine? Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Dec 30, 202447 minEp. 94

93: Skeleton Crew S1E4: "Can't Say I Remember No At Attin"

It’s a mysterious planet, but not the mysterious planet you’re looking for. Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony are back to discuss the latest episode of Skeleton Crew, including cons not seen, unnecessary parkour (all parkour), and the challenges of child-friendly entertainment mixed with the horrors of war. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Dec 22, 202453 minEp. 93

92: Skeleton Crew S1E3: "Very Interesting, as an Astrogation Problem"

Ahoy, mateys! Your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat are back to discuss the latest episode of Skeleton Crew, including kids who are no dummies, adorable space owls, and what reference sources to trust with your word definitions. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Dec 16, 202445 minEp. 92

90: You're a Clone? Double Your U's

Surprise! Your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat are back to talk about developments in a galaxy far, far away, including the cancellation of The Acolyte, a trailer for Skeleton Crew, and plenty of our usual brand of nonsense. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Aug 25, 20241 hr 4 minEp. 90

89: The Acolyte S1E8: "The Acolyte"

It’s the power of three! Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony return to discuss the season (series?) finale of The Acolyte, including what exactly Bazil was up to, how bad Vernestra is at cover ups, and which Star Wars characters would be viable political candidates. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Aug 01, 20241 hr 25 minEp. 89

88: The Acolyte S1E7: "Choice"

It’s back to the past for the penultimate episode of The Acolyte, and your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat are here to discuss people who detest camping, Jedi away missions, and tightening the narrative screws, amidst other digressions. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Jul 14, 20241 hr 25 minEp. 88

87: The Acolyte S1E6: "Teach / Corrupt"

Two roads diverged in a corpse-ridden wood. This week, your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony follow a return to the split narrative and discuss parallel pacing, the compulsion of soup, and what exactly a mischievous space otter’s plan is. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Jul 07, 20241 hr 11 minEp. 87

86: The Acolyte S1E5: "Night"

Night falls, and so do a lot of other people in this week’s stunning episode of The Acolyte. Your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat discuss hidden darkness, running as a character trait, and what makes a villain so scary. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Jun 30, 20241 hr 10 minEp. 86

85: The Acolyte S1E4: "Day"

It’s a leisurely stroll through the forest in the latest episode of The Acolyte. Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony unpack mysterious symbols, multiple species of space otters, and what are the canonically worst Sith names. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Jun 24, 202455 minEp. 85

84: The Acolyte S1E3: "Destiny"

An even longer time ago in a galaxy far away, we got a flashback episode! Your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat convene to discuss the third episode of The Acolyte including the Jedi’s exclusive child-snatching rights, spooky not entirely explained fires, and why you might really want to leave your murderous twin behind. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Jun 17, 20241 hr 7 minEp. 84

83: The Acolyte S1E1-2: "Lost / Found" - "Revenge / Justice"

The High Republic! An era of peace, the height of the Jedi, and…murder? Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony are back to talk this brand new show in a never-before-seen (on TV) era. We discuss Jedi sartorial choices, the oldest plot twist in the book, and when is a droid not a droid? Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Jun 09, 20241 hr 15 minEp. 83

82: Tales of the Empire

Is it good to be bad? The Tales of the Empire miniseries delves into the backstories of two villainous(?) characters, Morgan Elsbeth and Barris Offee and your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat are here to discuss what worked and what didn’t, plus budgeting in the Empire, why did it have to be caves, and some unrelated theme songs. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

May 13, 20241 hr 8 minEp. 82

81: The Bad Batch S3E15: "The Cavalry Has Arrived"

The Bad Batch comes to an end, and your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony are here to see it off in style. We discuss zillo beasts roaming wild, the keys to evil base real estate, and Wrecker’s Fish Shack, as we bid adieu to our clone family…for now? Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

May 05, 20241 hr 13 minEp. 81

80: The Bad Batch S3E14: "Flash Strike"

The penultimate episode of The Bad Batch has somehow both a lot going on and maybe not enough? Your Star Wars pals are here to discuss turbolifts unsafe for children, robot hands and, of course, proximity sensors. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Apr 29, 20241 hr 1 minEp. 80

79: The Bad Batch S3E12-13: "Juggernaut / Into the Breach"

The Bad Batch nears its finale and your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat are along for the ride as the team “rescues” an Imperial admiral and makes their way to Tantiss. We discuss stunning vs. shooting, stage business, and nice white uniforms. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Apr 20, 202449 minEp. 79

78: The Bad Batch S3E10-11: "Identity Crisis / Point of No Return"

It’s a one-two punch in the gut this week, as your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat convene to talk the latest Bad Batch double feature. We discuss how we know the Empire are the bad guys, starship parking caves, and real downers. Plus a quick discussion of the recently announced Tales of the Empire mini-series. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Apr 06, 202452 minEp. 78

77: The Bad Batch S3E9: "The Harbinger"

A fan favorite(?) returns this week and your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat are here to discuss endangered wildlife, worried dad action, and what exactly the point of this episode is. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Mar 31, 202448 minEp. 77

76: The Bad Batch S3E8: "Bad Territory"

It’s off to the space bayou this week, and your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony are here to discuss vulnerable moments, Wrecker broadening his skillset, and the amazing Ming-Na Wen. Plus we read listener mail conspiracy theories and take a few moments to discuss the upcoming Star Wars series, The Acolyte. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Mar 24, 202459 minEp. 76

75: The Bad Batch S3E6-7: "Infiltration / Extraction"

We return with a two-part Bad Batch episode, where our heroes find themselves in hot water yet again. Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony discuss the architecture of monasteries, clone attitudes, and the future of Star Wars animation. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Mar 17, 202453 minEp. 75

74: The Bad Batch S3E5: "The Return"

We venture back to a cozy ice planet full of surprises on this week’s episode of The Bad Batch, and your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat are bundled up for the trip. We discuss quiet moments, surprise monsters, and, of course, the responses to our informal Moonlighting poll. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Mar 10, 202449 minEp. 74

73: The Bad Batch S3E4: "A Different Approach"

The latest episode of The Bad Batch crash lands and your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony are on hand to discuss currency exchange rates, pet regulations, and mixed reunions. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Mar 03, 202449 minEp. 73

72: The Bad Batch S3E1-3: "Confined / Paths Unknown / Shadows of Tantiss"

The Bad Batch is back for its final season, and with it, your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony. We discuss time jumps, video game jumping puzzles, and literal ticking clocks in this three-episode season premiere. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Feb 25, 202457 minEp. 72

71: Ahsoka S1E8: "The Jedi, the Witch, and the Warlord"

It all comes to an end with this: the season(?) finale of Ahsoka. Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony break down uneven trades, the problem with interlocking content, and Dave Filoni’s love of wolves wolves wolves. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Oct 06, 20231 hr 19 minEp. 71

70: Ahsoka S1E7: "Dreams and Madness"

There is somehow both too much and too little in this week’s episode of Ahsoka. Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony break down the installment, discussing the pointless play that is a disciplinary hearing, too much action, and what the heck is up with Baylan Skoll. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Sep 30, 20231 hr 5 minEp. 70

69: Ahsoka S1E6: "Far, Far Away"

Ezra! Thrawn! Nightsisters! Your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat reconvene to discuss the latest episode of Ahsoka, including the Fates, sci-fi crossover casting, and Dave Filoni’s headwear. Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Sep 26, 20231 hr 1 minEp. 69