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Coffee With Kenobi: Star Wars Community & Conversation

Coffee With Kenobi is your spoiler-free place for Star Wars community and conversation. Since May 2013, CWK has discussed the mythology of Star Wars from a place of intelligence and humor. Hosted by educator, author, speaker, and Celebration host, Dan Zehr, the family-friendly podcast features LIVE video, interviews, reviews, and event coverage that bring insight and analysis not found anywhere else. Whether you love Star Wars films, animated shows, books, comics, or collectibles, CWK has something for you. This is the podcast you’re looking for!

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Episodes

CWK Show #32: Steve Sansweet joins us for our first Anniversary

In today’s show we share a cup of coffee with President and CEO of Rancho Obi-Wan, Steve Sansweeet. This Star Wars icon talks with us about Rancho Obi-Wan, as well as his thoughts on fandom and all things Star Wars. Our Star Wars Weekends contributor, Aaron Harris joins us to talk Star Wars Weekends, and we have some amazing reflections from some of our friends on this special episode, as we celebrate one year of Coffee With Kenobi. We also have the next offering of “Your Espresso Shot with The ...

May 15, 20142 hr 38 min

CWK Show #31: Han Solo and Indiana Jones, featuring Ed Dolista & Mark Newbold

On our special May the 4th Coffee Chat, we bring in Mark Newbold of Jedi News UK and Radio 1138 and Ed Dolista of the Indy Cast! We are thrilled to have them share a cup of coffee with us to celebrate May the 4th with us, by discussing two Cinema Icons, Han Solo and Indiana Jones. May the 4th be with you; this is the Podcast you're looking for! ----------------------------------------------- Purchase your Coffee With Kenobi tee shirt here! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker...

Apr 30, 201448 min

CWK Show #30: The Empire Strikes Back

In today’s show we talk about the gigantic news concerning the casting of Episode VII and the official answers to what will happen with the expanded universe. This news completely took over the internet, and we’ll be here to break down what has happened, with BBC Cultural Editor Christian Blauvelt as well as our thoughts, and a few more surprises as well. In our discussion segment, we share a cup of coffee with returning guest Scott Murray of Assembly of Geeks. We continue our discussion of the ...

Apr 30, 20141 hr 56 min

CWK Show #29: The Star Wars Heresies, featuring Paul McDonald

In today’s show we are happy to share a cup of coffee with Paul McDonald. Paul is the author of The Star Wars Heresies, an amazing book you will not be able to put down. It covers important and insightful themes throughout the Prequel trilogy. We also have the next offering of “Your Espresso Shot with The Bearded Trio” with Rob Wainfur. In addition, we talk Episode VII filming, the return of Star Wars Reads, discuss the victor of “This is Madness”, and much more. This is the Podcast You're Looki...

Apr 22, 20141 hr 11 min

CWK Show #28: Star Wars and Culture, featuring Consetta Parker

In today’s show we share a cup of coffee with Rancho Obi-Wan and Star Wars fan favorite Consetta Parker to discuss our topic for Show # 16, the impact of Star Wars on Culture. Consetta is plugged into Star Wars culture in an amazing way, and we look forward to sharing the discussion with this inspirational person! We also have the next offering of “Your Espresso Shot with The Bearded Trio” featuring Rob Wainfur, as well as discuss Star Wars updates at Walt Disney World, Celebration Anaheim updat...

Apr 10, 20141 hr 5 min

CWK Show #27: WWE/NXT Superstar Jaxson Ryker

On our latest Coffee Chat, we welcome Pro Wrestling’s Gunner, and Star Wars superfan, Chad Lauderbaugh. Pro Wrestling fans will need no introduction to this Total Nonstop Action Wrestling icon. The Modern Day Viking is a fan favorite in the ring, and he is here to talk about his pro wrestling career, as well as talk about his other great passion, Star Wars! Chad is a Star Wars superfan and a good friend of our show. This is the Podcast You're Looking For! ----------------------------------------...

Apr 04, 201446 min

CWK Show #25: Greg Weisman Talks Star Wars Rebels

Greg Weisman, an Executive Producer of the eagerly anticipated Star Wars Rebels Animated series, joins CWK and shares his thoughts on Star Wars Rebels, as well as Gargoyles, Young Justice, and his excellent novel, Rain of the Ghosts. For exclusives on Star Wars Rebels, This is the Podcast You're Looking For! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coffee-with-kenobi-star-wars-community-conversation--3271982/support ....

Mar 18, 201449 min

CWK Show #24: The Rise, Fall, and Redemption of Darth Vader, featuring Tha Mike Pilot

In today’s show we share a cup of coffee with Full of Sith’s Mike Pilot to discuss our topic for Show # 14, the Rise, Fall, and Redemption of Darth Vader. Mike’s passion, knowledge, and style have been engaging fans each week on the Mediocre Network, and we can’t wait to share the discussion with everyone featuring this Podcasting icon. We also have a very special “Your Espresso Shot with The Bearded Trio” featuring Rob Wainfur's interview with Chris Muncke (who played Captain Khurgee in A New H...

Mar 07, 20142 hr 1 min

CWK Show #23: Star Wars Toys!

In today’s show we share a cup of coffee with Jeff McGee of the Assembly of Geeks and Marvin Dog media to discuss our topic for Show # 13, Star Wars toys. We get to talk about the past, present, and future of Star Wars toys in today’s discussion (including the New York Toy Fair). We also have the next offering of “Your Espresso Shot with The Bearded Trio” with Rob Wainfur. We will also look at news regarding The Clone Wars triumphant return, tons of Rebels news, possible Episode VII images, and ...

Feb 23, 20141 hr 52 min

CWK Show #22: Rebels Reactions- Full Trailer and Character Intros

Welcome to Coffee With Kenobi presents Rebels Reactions, where we analyze Star Wars: Rebels through a critical lens. On today’s show, we introduce Craig Dickinson as the newest member of our Coffee With Kenobi family. Craig will be reviewing Star Wars: Rebels for our website, and joins us to look at Kanan, Ezra, Zeb, the news from the New York Toy Fair, and the new trailers that recently premiered. This is the Podcast You're Looking For! Note: the announcement of Sabine was released after this r...

Feb 20, 201431 min

CWK Show #21: James Arnold Taylor Discusses Obi-Wan Kenobi

In today’s show we are delighted to share a cup of coffee with James Arnold Taylor! James is here to share his thoughts on the topic for show #12, Obi-Wan Kenobi. We discuss his character, the Rako Hardeen arc, the Mortis trilogy, Attachments in the Jedi Order, and Obi-Wan’s relationship with Anakin. We also get to hear about James’ inspirational book, JAT 365, and find out how you can win an autographed copy! This truly is the interview you’ve been waiting for! We also have the next offering of...

Feb 07, 20142 hr 22 min

CWK Show #20: The Psychology of Villains in the Star Wars Universe, featuring Dr. Andrea Letamendi

In today’s show we share a cup of coffee with Dr. Andrea Letamendi of Under The Mask Online.com. Dr. Letmaendi is here to offer her professional opinion on our topic for Show # 11, the psychology of villains in the Star Wars universe. Andrea has a PhD in Clinical psychology, and her wisdom will have you looking at some of these characters in ways you never imagined. We also catch up with Tricia Barr to talk about her new novel, Wynde, and bring you the next offering of “Your Espresso Shot with T...

Jan 24, 20142 hr

CWK Show #19: Maul-Lockdown, featuring Joe Schreiber

Note: Very minor Spoilers are in this interview. Joe Schreiber joins us to share a cup of coffee and discuss his latest Star Wars novel, Maul: Lockdown, an exciting and intense new novel that Star Wars fans are looking forward to reading. The book will be available on January 28th, and places Maul in a space penitentiary that houses the galaxy’s worst criminals, where convicts face off in gladiatorial combat. This is the Podcast You're Looking For! -----------------------------------------------...

Jan 23, 201447 min

CWK Show #18: Anakin Skywalker

In today’s show we share a cup of coffee with Becca Benjamin of Geeks Helping Geeks. Becca shares her thoughts on the topic for show #10, Anakin Skywalker. We also have the next offering of “Your Espresso Shot with The Bearded Trio” featuring Rob Wainfur, and discuss news regarding Darth Maul in comic book form, Star Wars comics coming back to Marvel, Bonnie Piesse’s EP, and talk about the Inquisitor action figure. This is the Podcast You're Looking For! Become a supporter of this podcast: https...

Jan 10, 20141 hr 44 min

CWK Show #17: Razor's Edge Book Review

On our latest Book Review, Dan & Cory are joined by Megan from Blog Full of Words to discuss the Princess Leia novel Razor's Edge by Martha Wells. We discuss the nuances of the book, as well as a discussion of what makes a strong female character. This is the Podcast You're Looking For! ----------------------------------------------- Purchase your Coffee With Kenobi tee shirt here! www.coffeewithkenobi.com Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coffee-with-kenob...

Jan 07, 201458 min

CWK Show #16: What is the Proper Order of the Star Wars Saga?

In today’s show we are happy to share a cup of coffee with Craig Dickinson. Craig is an educator and huge Star Wars fan with some great insights into our topic for show # 9, the proper order of the Star Wars saga. We talk about how he incorporates Star Wars in the classroom, as well as his theories on effective storytelling. Ed Dolista of the Indy Cast stops by for a quick cup to discuss Disney purchasing Indiana Jones, and we have the next offering of “Your Espresso Shot with The Bearded Trio.”...

Dec 20, 20131 hr 26 min

CWK Show #15: Razor's Edge, featuring Martha Wells

On our latest book chat, we have a cup of coffee with Del Rey author Martha Wells, and discuss her excellent novel, Star Wars: Empire and Rebellion Razor's Edge. Martha talks about getting into the head, and shaping the voice of the most popular female character in the Star Wars francihse, and tells us about the joys of writing Sci-Fi. This is the Podcast You're Looking For! ----------------------------------------------- Purchase your Coffee With Kenobi tee shirt here! www.coffeewithkenobi.com ...

Dec 07, 201329 min

CWK Show #14: Return of the Jedi

In today’s show Scott Murray of the Assembly of Geeks Podcast. Scott joins us as we discuss our topic for Show # 8, Return of the Jedi We also have an interview with Eric Schoenweiss of Del Rey publishing conducted by Tricia Barr discussing the Making of Return of the Jedi by J.W. Rinzler. We are also thrilled to announce our partnership with the Bearded Trio! Rob Wainfur and the Bearded Trio have teamed up with us to bring you the latest news on Steven Spielberg, George Lucas and John Williams ...

Nov 25, 20132 hr 22 min

CWK Show #13: The Role and Rights of Fandom

In today’s show we will discuss new Clone Wars episodes, script information for Episode VII,Darth Vader themed tv specials, and news on new and current Star Wars books. We will also discuss our topic for today, the role and rights of fandom in the Star Wars franchise? Do filmmakers/EU writers listen to fans? How powerful is the Star Wars fan community, and what are some of the pros & cons of this? This is the Podcast You're Looking For! ----------------------------------------------- Become ...

Nov 06, 201345 min

CWK Show #12: Kenobi Book Review

On our first Book Review, Coffee With Kenobi discusses John Jackson Miller’s book Kenobi, which is a runaway hit! Joining us on today’s discussion are Tricia Barr from Fangirl Blog, Del Rey’s SUVUDU, starwars.com, and Star Wars Insider and Amy Ratcliffe of Star Wars.com, IGN, and Fashionably Geek. This is the Podcast You're Looking For! Note: We apologize for the poor Skype quality at the beginning of the show. The audio is significantly better 20 minutes in. ------------------------------------...

Oct 24, 201347 min

CWK Show #10: The Star Wars Special Edition

In today’s show we are honored to share a cup of Coffee with Ed Dolista of the Indy Cast as we discuss our topic for Show # 6, the Star Wars Special Edition. We also have an interview with Mark of the Midwest Garrison of the 501st and find out more on the 501st; what it’s all about, how you can join, and much more. We will also look at news regarding J.J. Abrams’ vision for Episode VII, the spin-off films, the top ten Star Wars fight, and how you can purchase a life-sized Kenner Stormtrooper. Th...

Sep 27, 20132 hr 20 min

CWK Show #9: The Cantina Cast

In today's very first Coffee Chat, we have a cup of coffee with Joao and Mike from the Cantina Cast. The guys talk podcasting, Star Wars memories, our views on rumors, and talk about the future of the franchise and fandom. Grab a cup, and join us; this is the Podcast you're looking for! __Join Dan Zehr and the Coffee With Kenobi family on the Disney Wish June 16th-20th, 2025, with our official travel partner, MEI/Mouse Fan Travel CoffeeWithKenobi.com/DisneyWish __Visit CoffeeWithKenobi.com for t...

Sep 12, 20131 hr 4 min

CWK Show #8: Kenobi, featuring John Jackson Miller

In today's book chat, we have a cup of coffee with Del Rey author John Jackson Miller and his fantastic new novel, Star Wars: Kenobi, premiering August 27th. John talks about the inspiration for the book, his challenges writing about an iconic character, and his Star Wars fandom. This is the Podcast You're Looking For! __Join Dan Zehr and the Coffee With Kenobi family on the Disney Wish June 16th-20th, 2025, with our official travel partner, MEI/Mouse Fan Travel CoffeeWithKenobi.com/DisneyWish _...

Aug 24, 201346 min

CWK Show #7: The Expanded Universe and Star Wars Canon

In today’s show, we will discuss the Star Wars presence at SDCC, Celebration Europe II, Celebration Anaheim, and the D23 Expo. A lot of information came out through these events, as well as Clone Wars news, and we’ll see what the future holds for the beloved tv series. We will also introduce our topic for Show # 6, as well as discuss our topic for today, the Expanded Universe and Canon. Fan of the show and Expanded Universe enthusiast Kyan Royalty will join us to share his opinions, as well as d...

Aug 14, 20131 hr 33 min

CWK Show #6: William Shakespeare's Star Wars, featuring Ian Doescher

On our very first book chat, Dan Z & Cory Clubb have a cup of coffee with Ian Doescher, author of New York Times Best Selling phenomenon, William Shakespeare's Star Wars. Ian reveals his love of Star Wars, Shakespeare, and the unique situations he found himself in while creating this incredible piece of imagination and writing. This is the Podcast You're Looking for! __Join Dan Zehr and the Coffee With Kenobi family on the Disney Wish June 16th-20th, 2025, with our official travel partner, M...

Aug 06, 201333 min

CWK Show #5: Women in the Star Wars Universe

In today’s Blockbuster show, we welcome our first two guests to Coffee With Kenobi: Tricia Barr and Mark Newbold. Tricia is best known for her writing on the Del Rey’s Suvudu Blog, Star Wars Insider magazine, her excellent Fangirl Blog, and has just completed her first novel. She joins us for a cup of coffee as we discuss our topic for Show # 4, women in the Star Wars universe. We also have a cup of coffee with Mark Newbold; , Mark is the co-news Editor of Jedi News UK, writer for the Star Wars ...

Jul 18, 20132 hr 5 min

CWK Show #4: Attachments and the Jedi Order

In today’s show, we look at news regarding J.J. Abrams and news on filming Episode VII, E3, a Blog from collector extraordinaire Steve Sansweet, and discuss our opinion on rumors regarding all things Star Wars. Finally, we will address our topic for today’s discussion, your opinions on Attachments and the Jedi Order. This is the Podcast You're Looking for! __Join Dan Zehr and the Coffee With Kenobi family on the Disney Wish June 16th-20th, 2025, with our official travel partner, MEI/Mouse Fan Tr...

Jul 02, 20131 hr 16 min

CWK Show #3: Star Trek, J.J. Abrams, and Episode VII

On our very first Special Edition Podcast, we go into detail on the latest Star Trek film, J.J. Abrams as a filmmaker, and what we can expect from Episode VII with J.J. Abrams at the helm. The connections between the two franchises have become a litmus test for Episode VII, and we discuss it here. There are SPOILERS throughout, so be advised. This is the Podcast You're Looking For! __Join Dan Zehr and the Coffee With Kenobi family on the Disney Wish June 16th-20th, 2025, with our official travel...

Jun 10, 201333 min
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