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Dagobah Dispatch: An EW Star Wars Podcast

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This IS the podcast you are looking for! The Force is strong with Entertainment Weekly nerds Dalton Ross, Devan Coggan, and others as they geek out on all things Star Wars (the movies, the TV shows, the books, the toys) while humming bars to “Yub Nub” silently in their heads. Follow now, it’s not a trap! Theme Music by Brightarm Orchestra
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Episodes

Last show ever: The Death Star blew up our podcast!

Some sad news as the Dagobah Dispatch is coming to an end… at least for now. But we will send it out with style as we bring back our former cohost Lauren Morgan and go through some of our favorite interviews and segments over the past two years. Plus: Did we make Samee cry? Yes. Yes, we did. Join Dalton and Devan for one last spin around the galaxy far, far away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Mar 14, 202458 minSeason 2Ep. 91

Why is Obi-Wan giving Luke a beer? Plus: Star Wars LEGO & Dark Forces Remaster

It’s a big week of Star Wars news — some good, some bad, some truly bizarre. We pay tribute the passing of the man who voiced one of our favorite Star Wars characters, Salacious B. Crumb, and point out another iconic voice role of his from another sci-fi franchise. Plus, we name our favorite Star Wars LEGO sets, review the new Dark Forces Remaster video game update, and fall down an insane Star Wars beer rabbit hole thanks to some recently resurfaced clips from Chile. Grab a cold one and join us...

Mar 07, 202441 minSeason 2Ep. 90

Bad Batch producers open up about season 3

Welcome, Star Wars fans! We’re joined by Bad Batch head writer Jennifer Corbett and supervising director Brad Rau, as they tease the third and final season of the animated series. Plus, departing EW writer Clark Collis joins us to share his memories of the Star Wars franchise, as we quiz him on his galactic knowledge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 29, 20241 hr 11 minSeason 2Ep. 89

Dee Bradley Baker teases Bad Batch season 3

Legendary voice actor Dee Bradley Baker joins us to preview the third and final season of The Bad Batch, which returns with an action-packed, three-episode premiere. Plus, we break down some major videogame news and pay tribute to a late Star Wars legend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 22, 202450 minSeason 2Ep. 88

Does Emperor Palpatine have sex? Plus, Star Wars True or False: Phantom Menace Edition

The Phantom Menace is returning to movie theaters 25 years after its initial release, so we play a special TPM edition of Star Wars True or False to celebrate. Plus, we react to the Emperor Palpatine sex news, and YES, there is indeed Emperor Palpatine sex news. All that and a visit to The Cheesecake Factory! Call our voice mail line at 657-799-1566 to leave a message or ask a question about anything you want. Listen to us on Spotify to vote in this week's poll: Will you go see the Phantom Menac...

Feb 15, 202449 minSeason 2Ep. 87

Marc Bernardin talks about writing the new Star Wars Mace Windu comic

Mace Windu is back! Well… he’s still dead. Anakin and Palpatine saw to that. But the character has come back to life in a new prequel comic book series. And that comic books series is written by none other than former EW editor Marc Bernardin. Marc comes back on the pod to talk all about what it’s like writing for characters like Mace Windu and Yoda. He also names the Star Wars project he’s most excited for coming out soon. Plus, Dalton and Devan react to Daisy Ridley’s recent comments about fan...

Feb 08, 202445 minSeason 2Ep. 86

Wes Chatham from Ahsoka takes us behind the Captain Enoch mask

We have a super fun one for you this week as we go behind the mask of Captain Enoch with the guy who plays him on Ahsoka, Wes Chatham. Wes talks about his history as a Star Wars fan, recalls a chance meeting with Thrawn creator Timothy Zahn, and explains why Enoch is a character to keep an eye on moving forward. It’s a freewheeling discussion with the former Expanse star and not to missed, so don’t miss it! Also call our voice mail line and day what you gotta say at 657-799-1566 and you can be p...

Feb 01, 202457 minSeason 2Ep. 85

Star Wars legend Billy Dee Williams deep dives on all things Lando

This week on the Dagobah Dispatch, we are joined by the smoothest operator this side of the Outer Rim. Star Wars legend Billy Dee Williams stops by to chat all about playing Lando Calrissian in a galaxy far, far away. Williams — who has a new book called “What Have We Here?” coming out Feb. 13 — talks about having to deal with fans upset about Lando selling out Han Solo at the start of The Empire Strikes Back and what it was like coming back to the franchise for The Rise of Skywalker. It’s an en...

Jan 25, 202449 minSeason 2Ep. 84

Natasha Liu Bordizzo talks Sabine Wren and Ahsoka season 1

This week, we welcome Sabine Wren herself to the podcast, as Natasha Liu Bordizzo joins us to chat all about Ahsoka season 1. Plus, we look ahead to the Star Wars universe in 2024 and preview some of our most anticipated shows — including The Acolyte, Skeleton Crew, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jan 18, 202450 minSeason 2Ep. 83

Eman Esfandi talks bringing Ezra Bridger to life

Where’s Ezra? He’s right here on EW’s Dagobah Dispatch, as Ahsoka star Eman Esfandi joins us to talk about bringing everyone’s favorite rebel Jedi into live action. Plus, we break down some major Star Wars news about Ahsoka season 2 and The Mandalorian coming to the big screen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Jan 11, 202452 minSeason 2Ep. 82

Rosario Dawson looks back at season 1 of Ahsoka

Who better to talk Ahsoka with than Ahsoka herself! Rosario Dawson makes her return to the Dagobah Dispatch to chat all about season 1 of the Star Wars series. What does the star have to say about everything that went down? Listen in and find out! Also, Dalton and Devan go into all the Star Wars stuff they consumed over the holidays. Plus… HOT TUBS! Listen in and then call our voice mail line with your questions and comments at 657-799-1566 to be part of the show. Learn more about your ad choice...

Jan 04, 202442 minSeason 2Ep. 81

Breaking down the Star Wars Holiday Special with A Disturbance in the Force director Jeremy Coon

If it’s the holidays, then it’s time to chat about the Star Wars Holiday Special. And who better to chat about it with than one of the directors of the new SWHS documentary A Disturbance in the Force. Jeremy Coon joins us to separate fact from fiction from WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON when it comes to the weirdest corner of the Star Wars galaxy. Dalton and Devan also go through all the latest Star Wars news out there. Listen in and leave us a voice mail message about anything Star Wars related at 6...

Dec 21, 202350 minSeason 2Ep. 80

Hayden Christensen stops by to talk about playing Anakin again on Ahsoka

The Dark Lord of the Sith has returned… to the Dagobah Dispatch! On this week’s show, we welcome none other than Anakin Skywalker himself, Hayden Christensen, who joins us to talk all about his work on Ahsoka, playing Anakin for the first time as a master, working on Star Wars without George Lucas, and what he wants to do next. It’s a wide-ranging chat with Star Wars royalty, so sit back and enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Dec 14, 202337 minSeason 2Ep. 79

The 10 best Star Wars books ever

Its time! After talking so much about various Star Wars books, Dalton lays down his definitive list of the 10 best expanded universe novels ever… or, at least HIS personal picks for favorite titles (including both current canon and Legends entries). Looking for some things to ask for as gifts this holiday season? Then listen in for the perfect gift suggestions! What will Devan make of Dalton’s selections? Listen in to find out. Also, your voice mail messages! Learn more about your ad choices. Vi...

Dec 07, 20231 hr 1 minSeason 2Ep. 78

Thoughts on Dave Filoni’s new job and Taika Waititi’s Star Wars film

On this week’s Dagobah Dispatch, Devan takes us on her Thanksgiving weekend trip to Galaxy’s Edge and the Life Day robes she declined to purchase. Plus, Dalton and Devan react to the news that Dave Filoni (who was our guest on last week’s podcast) will have even more input and control over all things Star Wars. We also chat about Taika Waititi’s latest comments regarding his upcoming franchise film and recall the time when Darth Vader hijacked NBC’s movie of the week. Come get some! Learn more a...

Nov 30, 202337 minSeason 2Ep. 77

Dave Filoni answers all of our Ahsoka questions

Grab your Purrgil and hitch a ride with us to Peridea: Lucasfilm mastermind and series creator Dave Filoni joins us to talk all things Ahsoka, breaking down his yearslong journey with the character and answering all of our burning questions. How did they bring the World Between Worlds into live action? What’s up with the Mortis gods? And most importantly, what happened to Sabine’s Loth-cat??? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Nov 22, 202359 minSeason 2Ep. 76

The Donny & Marie Star Wars Special is absurd and incredible

What if we told you that there is a Star Wars relic from the 1970s that actually rivals The Star Wars Holiday Special when it comes to pure WTF-ery? This week, we deep dive on the 1977 season 3 premiere of Donny & Marie — which featured dancing stormtroopers, Kris Kristofferson as Han Solo, and singing… so much singing. Listen in as we break the entire thing down — perhaps against our better judgement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Nov 16, 202354 minSeason 2Ep. 75

Debating the perfect Star Wars marathon order

What’s the right way to watch a Star Wars marathon? Do you start with The Phantom Menace, or are you Team New Hope? What about the controversial “machete order”? EW’s Christian Holub joins us to build the perfect Star Wars marathon, breaking down what to watch and what to (gasp!) skip. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 09, 202354 minSeason 2Ep. 74

The scariest Star Wars scenes. Plus: Exclusive ‘The Eye of Darkness’ audio excerpt

Dalton and Devan celebrate Halloween week by making their picks for the scariest Star Wars scenes ever, and their selections run the gamut — from the original trilogy, to the prequels, to a standalone film, to one of the signature streaming series. What made the list? Listen in to find out! Plus, we have an exclusive audio excerpt from the latest Star Wars The High Republic novel, ‘The Eye of Darkness’ by George Mann. Check it out for a choice scene from the new audio book. Audio excerpted court...

Nov 02, 202356 minSeason 1Ep. 73

The best Star Wars creatures ever. Plus, terrible cat pun names

It’s time to feature the creatures! This week, Devan and Dalton pick out their favorite Star Wars creatures ever. Will they go cute and cuddly or big and terrifying? Listen in to find out. Plus, Devan has a new plastic cat and Dalton has way too many Star Wars themed cat names to offer up as suggestions. Which one should she choose? Also, a prop from the original Star Wars film sets an auction house record. We’ll reveal what it was and how much it went for. That and much more! Learn more about y...

Oct 26, 202350 minSeason 2Ep. 72

Star Wars True or False? Plus: Latest news out of Comic-Con

No more Ahsoka? No problem! That’s because we have plenty of other stuff to get into this week. Stuff like another round of our favorite game: Star Wars True or False? This time, Devan quizzes Dalton and makes him stake out some controversial opinions on Star Wars topics. But that’s not all. We’ll also delve into the latest Star Wars news to come out of New York Comic-Con and react to your voice mails at our listener hotline. Call and leave yours at 657-799-1566. Learn more about your ad choices...

Oct 19, 202353 minSeason 2Ep. 71

Ahsoka love it and loathe it with Lauren Morgan

Our former cohost Lauren Morgan is back for the week to present her list of the three things she loved about the TV series Ahsoka, as well as the three things that drove her crazy about the show. Can she keep each list to just three things? OF COURSE NOT! But listen in anyway! Also, make sure to call and leave us a message at our Dagobah Dispatch hotline with your thoughts on anything Star Wars related at 657-799-1566, and you can become part of our show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit ...

Oct 12, 20231 hrSeason 2Ep. 70

Ahsoka finale reaction! Plus: Ahsoka director of photography Eric Steelberg

We have SO many thoughts about the finale of Ahsoka and we share those thoughts in full detail on this week’s episode. Did we love or loathe the last season 1 chapter, and do we feel the show stuck the landing? All shall be revealed! Not only that, but we share YOUR thoughts about the finale as well courtesy of our listener hotline. And then, we’re joined by Ahsoka’s director of photography, Eric Steelberg, who discusses creating the look of the series. Jump into the episode and then share your ...

Oct 05, 20231 hr 32 minSeason 2Ep. 69

Ahsoka episode 7 breakdown and a finale preview

Only one episode of Ahsoka left! We go through everything that went down in episode 7 (Threepio! Anakin! Some A-hole senator!) and also look ahead to next week’s finale. We also react and respond to your voice mail messages left at 657-799-1566 . Plus, some company did research on what they claim are the least popular Star Wars movies ever, so naturally we have to dive into that as well. Dive in with us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Sep 28, 20231 hr 6 minSeason 2Ep. 68

Grand Admiral Thrawn and Ezra Bridger make their Ahsoka debuts!

It was a two-for-the-price-of-one deal on this week’s episode of Ahsoka, as not only did Grand Admiral Thrawn make his live-action debut, but we also got to see a non-hologram version of Ezra Bridger. We take a trip to the galaxy of Peridea to break down everything that happened in episode 6 — including Baylan Skoll’s mysterious plan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 21, 202347 minSeason 2Ep. 67

Anakin vs. Ahsoka lightsaber duel! Plus: Mary Elizabeth Winstead joins us to talk Hera

Well… that was awesome. Anakin Skywalker’s return continued on this week’s episode of Ahsoka, and it was crackling with lightsaber-crossing intensity as the title character did battle against her former master, seeing shades of the monster he eventually became. What began with some playfully light banter escalated… quickly. But it was all part of Ahsoka’s training to resist the kill-and-don’t-be-killed path that her master went down. We break down the entire exchange — as well as the appearance ...

Sep 14, 20231 hr 20 minSeason 2Ep. 66

Anakin’s return! Plus: Ivanna Sakhno talks about playing Shin on Ahsoka

Episode 4 of Ahsoka was a huge one as it featured the return of the title character’s former master, Anakin Skywalker. And this week’s episode of the Dagobah Dispatch is equally huge as we not only break it all down, but are also joined by Shin Hati herself, Ivanna Sakhno, who sat down with us before the actors’ strike to chat about both her character and the show. We’ll get into it with the Ahsoka star and also talk about all the huge battles that took place on this week’s installment. Fire up ...

Sep 07, 20231 hr 5 minSeason 2Ep. 65

Diana Lee Inosanto talks Ahsoka as we break down episode 3

EW’s Christian Holub joins us for a deep dive into Ahsoka episode 3 — featuring cranky droids, chancellor cameos, and an impressive lightsaber space walk. Plus, Diana Lee Inosanto talks about bringing the villainous Morgan Elsbeth to life in an interview conducted prior to the start of the SAG-AFTRA strike. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Aug 31, 202358 minSeason 2Ep. 64

Ahsoka premiere breakdown and Adam Scott plays a cranky stormtrooper

The first two episodes of Ahsoka are out now, and we are breaking down all the big surprises along the way. We get the timeline of the first two installments, the connections to Star Wars Rebels, the kick-ass villains, and ponder why a lightsaber to the chest is just a flesh wound. Plus, in addition to recapping and reviewing the show, we also have an exclusive audio excerpt from the latest Star Wars book— From a Certain Point of View: Return of the Jedi. Not only that, but said audio excerpt is...

Aug 24, 202357 minSeason 2Ep. 63

Rosario Dawson part 2 of our interview. Plus: We play Star Wars True or False?

Hot on the heels of last week’s cliffhanger episode, we return with part 2 of our interview with Ahsoka star Rosario Dawson. So much goodness to go around as Rosario talks more about bringing the animated icon to the live-action screen. And that’s not all, as Dalton and Devan also play a round of our favorite game: Star Wars True or False? Will the hosts agree or disagree on some intergalactic hot takes? Listen in to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...

Aug 17, 20231 hr 1 minSeason 2Ep. 62
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