Meanwhile, two shows over… We’re back to cover the latest episode of The Book of Boba Fett…or is it The Mandalorian…or is it Jedi Academy? Also, Boba Fett technically makes an appearance. We’ve got a lot of questions this week, and not all of them are going to get answered. Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh with Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.
I heard you liked Mandalorian bounty hunter shows, so I put a Mandalorian bounty hunter show in your Mandalorian bounty hunter show. It’s episode five of The Book of Boba Fett—or is it The Mandalorian?—and we discuss putting weapons in your checked baggage, whether or not this is the way, and the surprising return of a certain interjection. Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh with Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.
Our flashbacks wrap up in this week’s episode of The Book of Boba Fett, and your Star Wars pals convene to discuss Boba’s finally unveiled motivations, the soul of a Wookiee, and whether this show has a code. Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh with Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.
Sometimes a man just wants to ride his rancor in peace. We’re back to discuss episode three of the Book of Boba Fett, and continuing to wonder why the galaxy’s best bounty hunter wants this job, explore the economics of Tatooine, and figure out who exactly the villain is. Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh with Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.
We delve deeper into Boba’s history this week, learning about his time among the Tuskans robbing space trains and having lizard-induced hallucinations. But in the present, Boba’s motivations are still murky and he’s continuing to not do great as a would-be crime lord. Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh with Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.
The galaxy’s most feared bounty hunter is making a career change and we’ve assembled a crack panel of experts to break it down. We discuss whether Boba Fett really wants to be a manger, whether he’s any good at being a crime lord, and if he’s actually cool. Plus, the Jawa-centric show we never got. Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh with Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.
It’s the end of Kamino and the end of season one of The Bad Batch! Dan Moren and Tony Sindelar wrap up this final installment, discussing how much agency clones actually have, Crosshair’s relationship with the rest of his squad, and a visit to Conspiracy Corner for what season two may bring. Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh with Tony Sindelar.
Everything’s about to go down on Kamino in the penultimate installment of The Bad Batch’s inaugural season. Your friendly neighborhood Dan Moren and Tony Sindelar are here to break it down, discussing Crosshair’s bad plan, the Bad Batch’s worse plan, and what to do with an obsolete clone army. Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh with Tony Sindelar.
This week, the Bad Batch meet their replacements. Dan Moren and Tony Sindelar break down the latest episode, discussing the influences of the original trilogy, the longevity of clones in Imperial service, and when to stun. Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh with Tony Sindelar.
It’s a sort of heist in this week’s episode of The Bad Batch. Your Star Wars pals Dan Moren and Tony Sindelar discuss confusing geography, missed beats, and when your crime lords are too normal. Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh with Tony Sindelar.
And now, the thrilling conclusion! This week’s episode of The Bad Batch picks up hot on the heels of last week’s, and your Star Wars pals Dan Moren and Tony Sindelar are here to discuss the Bad Batch’s evolving motivations, Omega’s strategic prowess, and how exactly the clones’ programming works (or doesn’t). Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh with Tony Sindelar.
What do you call a planted pilot for a show that already exists? The latest episode of The Bad Batch, apparently. Your Star Wars pals Dan Moren and Tony Sindelar take a close look at Ryloth this week, discussing attempted assassinations, cameos by your lead characters, and the nature of Dave Filoni’s subsection of the Star Wars universe. Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh with Tony Sindelar.
Separatists, they’re not so different from us! In the latest episode, the Bad Batch take on a rescue mission that raises some questions—without really answering them. Your Star Wars pals Dan Moren and Tony Sindelar discuss why stunning is in this season, all of our loose plot threads, and what exactly Omega’s strategy superpower means. Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh with Tony Sindelar.
Omega finds herself caught between two bounty hunters this week, with the Bad Batch largely out of the picture. Dan Moren and Tony Sindelar recap the episode, with a jaunt to Clone Corner, discussions of the bounty hunter code, and a new Kaminoan that you should get very attached to. Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh with Tony Sindelar.
This week, the Bad Batch find themselves in a (scrap)heap of trouble, and your Star Wars pals Dan Moren and Tony Sindelar are here to break it down. Metaphorically. We discuss wearing out your welcome, garbage planets, and…Westerns? Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh with Tony Sindelar.
A fan favorite returns on this week’s episode of The Bad Batch, and your Star Wars pals Dan Moren and Tony Sindelar discuss corporate synergy, tying up plot threads, and the amazing backstory of space rats. Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh with Tony Sindelar.
This week, the Bad Batch runs into some old friends—and possibly some new ones? Your Star Wars pals Dan Moren and Tony Sindelar recap the latest episode of The Bad Batch and discuss the larger galactic conflict on the way, some fast-moving changes, and Omega’s status on the team. Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh with Tony Sindelar.
If you’re going to take on a squad of special forces clones, be sure to bring a dragon. That’s the moral of this week’s episode of The Bad Batch, which your Star Wars pals Dan Moren and Tony Sindelar recap on our latest installment. We discuss a creature cameo, representing civilizations, and curating the expanded universe. Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh with Tony Sindelar.
This week, a familiar bounty hunter is on the team’s trail. Your Star Wars pals Dan Moren and Tony Sindelar recap the latest episode of The Bad Batch, including how many times you can pretend your friend is a droid, bribery as a social skill, and the Star Wars settings where we feel most at home. Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh with Tony Sindelar.
It’s a dark week for The Bad Batch, though that could mainly be the lighting. Your Star Wars pals Dan Moren and Tony Sindelar are here to discuss the latest episode, including whether a headache can be foreshadowing, surprisingly compelling sub-plots, and the ecology of a deserted moon. Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh with Tony Sindelar.
Where do a bunch of wanted clones go? To another wanted clone, of course. Dan Moren and Tony Sindelar return to cover the second episode of The Bad Batch and discuss whether you should drag a child along when your lives are constantly in danger, the rapid ascent of authoritarianism, and if there are, in fact, more than seven people in this universe. Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh with Tony Sindelar.
A Complicated Profession returns to cover the latest Star Wars television series, The Bad Batch. Dan Moren is joined by co-host Tony Sindelar to discuss the show’s connections to The Clone Wars, the untrodden ground of this period in Star Wars history, and where this series may take us. Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh with Tony Sindelar.
A Complicated Profession is expanding to cover all your favorite Star Wars shows from a galaxy far, far away. Join us for new episodes, starting May 4th! Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.
Season two of The Mandalorian wraps up with a few surprises…and more than a few questions about the future. Host Dan Moren is joined by very special guest Kat Benesh to discuss the Empire’s workplace safety requirements, season two’s wider world, and where we go from here. Host Dan Moren with K Benesh.
It’s a break-in with a familiar face this week on The Mandalorian, and host Dan Moren welcomes special guests Jason Tocci and Genevieve Tocci to discuss a fight scene with a problematic edge, why min/maxing your stats is dangerous, and the moment that Mando became a dad. Host Dan Moren with Jason Tocci and Genevieve Tocci.
Tragedy abounds this week on The Mandalorian, as we ramp up to the end of season two. Host Dan Moren is joined by special guest Chip Sudderth to discuss the characterization of a storied (but rarely glimpsed) character, honor among thieves, and the many mistakes of Mando. Host Dan Moren with Chip Sudderth.
It’s a big episode of The Mandalorian this week as several familiar names (and one brand new name!) are dropped, which means it’s a big episode of A Complicated Profession. Kelly Guimont joins host Dan Moren to discuss the bad habits we learn from our teachers, side quests aplenty, and all the questions we need answered. Host Dan Moren with Kelly Guimont.
This week on A Complicated Profession, we’re doing an easy job taking out an Imperial base. Easy! What could go wrong? Host Dan Moren is joined by Antony Johnston to discuss threading the needle of deep fandom and telling a great, accessible story; gorgeous production design; and leaving plot threads dangling. Host Dan Moren with Antony Johnston.
What do you expect when you get your ship fixed on a fishing planet? A lot of netting. This week on A Complicated Profession, Dan Moren is joined by podcast pal Erika Ensign to discuss the balancing act of everything from fan service to lore to making sure your main character doesn’t always look like a galoot. Host Dan Moren with Erika Ensign.
The only profession more complicated than being a bounty hunter? Being a taxi service. This week, on A Complicated Profession, host Dan Moren is joined by podcaster and developer James Thomson to discuss children being jerks, standalone storytelling, and why you should never touch anything in a creepy ice cave. Host Dan Moren with James Thomson.
