Something old and something new on this week’s podcast. We begin by diving deep into the absolute madness that is the Star Wars Holiday Special, which may or may not involve virtual reality Wookiee sex. There are no words for how weird this 1978 artifact is, but we will attempt to find them anyway as we break down the insanity. Then, we have a treat for you as we present an exclusive clip from the new High Republic audio drama Star Wars: The Battle of Jedha! This is the only place where you can ...
Dec 15, 2022•1 hr 12 min•Season 2Ep. 32
This week on the podcast, we do a deep dive on John Bon Jovi! Well, that’s not entirely accurate. But we are doing a deep dive on the first John Bon Jovi recorded performance, which happens to be on 1980’s “Christmas in the Stars: Star Wars Christmas Album.” We dig into the entire record, track by track, offering some history on the project as well as our thoughts on each and every song (for better or for worse). Join us on this holiday adventure as Dalton, Devan, and Lauren travel to a galaxy f...
Dec 08, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 31
Get ready for some aggressive negotiations as EW’s Maureen Lee Lenker joins us this week to defend the Anakin and Padmé love story in Attack of the Clones. Find out why Maureen still gets all hot and bothered by the duo frolicking in the meadow and rolling awkwardly down a hill. Will Dalton, Devan, and Lauren agree or disagree with her assessment? Listen in and find out! Also, we discuss Baby Grogu hats and Lauren sits down with Zoraida Cordova, the author of the latest High Republic novel, Conv...
Dec 01, 2022•59 min•Season 2Ep. 30
Season 1 of Andor is in the books and we have two amazing guests to break it all down. Cassian Andor himself, Diego Luna, returns to the podcast to talk about everything that happened, and series creator Tony Gilroy answers all our burning questions about what we just saw and what we can expect in season 2. Dalton, Devan, and Lauren also share their thoughts, and grade the season as a whole. Plus: What’s the best Thanksgiving side dish? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/...
Nov 23, 2022•1 hr 10 min•Season 2Ep. 29
How do you find the look of a galaxy far, far away? This week, we welcome Andor production designer Luke Hull and costume designer Michael Wilkinson, who break down the series' lavish looks and stunning sets (as we once again drool over Mon Mothma’s gorgeous apartment). Plus, Dalton, Lauren, and Devan break down the penultimate episode of Andor — and make our predictions for the upcoming finale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Nov 17, 2022•44 min•Season 2Ep. 28
We have a double dose of awesome for you this week as both Andy Serkis (who plays Kino Loy) and director Toby Haynes join us to talk about the dramatic prison break and the best episode of Andor yet. Dalton, Devan, and Lauren also chat about the installment while wondering about the fate of Kino. Not only that, but we get into the Lauren’s latest Star Wars holiday purchase. Can it beat out the Ewok Christmas tree figurine? Listen in and find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastch...
Nov 10, 2022•59 min•Season 2Ep. 27
Syril Karn is an interesting dude. And when we say “interesting”, we mean weird, awkward, and totally obsessed with cereal. On this week’s episode of the pod, we welcome the man behind the crisp, perfectly pressed uniform as Kyle Soller joins us to talk about playing the enigmatic character on Andor. He also reveals what that cereal actually tastes like. In addition, Dalton, Devan, and Lauren share their thoughts on episode 9 and spend way too much time discussing a very curious Star Wars Christ...
Nov 03, 2022•42 min•Season 2Ep. 26
We bring balance to the Force this week as we welcome in Tales of the Jedi stars Ashley Eckstein (who plays Ahsoka) and Corey Burton (Count Dooku) to discuss the new animated Star Wars series and much more. Plus, Dalton, Devan, and Lauren share their own thoughts on the show while also delving into the latest episode of Andor and the news of a Damon Lindelof Star Wars film. Tons to get get to, so let’s get to it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Oct 27, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 25
This week’s episode of Dagobah Dispatch features a very special mystery guest who joins us to spew off with a very controversial opinion: that Yoda is lame. Wait, WHAT?!? Said mystery guest presents their argument, and then we not only respond to the sacrilege, but weigh in on the great Puppet Yoda vs. CGI Yoda debate. We also share our thoughts on episode 7 of Andor, which includes two great Mon Mothma scenes and one super cool new planet. We get into it all, including a possibly edible carboni...
Oct 20, 2022•55 min•Season 2Ep. 24
Andor is now halfway through its first season, so it’s time to weigh in on the show so far. Dalton, Devan, and Lauren share their thoughts on the latest episode and how the first six installments have fared as a whole. Or, at least half of a whole. We also delve into the world of Star Wars audiobooks, and our thoughts on audiobooks in general. And then Lauren updates us about her visit to the Star Wars publishing panel at New York Comic Con. So much to talk about, and talk we shall! Learn more a...
Oct 13, 2022•42 min•Season 2Ep. 23
We’ve got another Star Wars hot take coming at you this week, as EW’s Jessica Leon joins us to defend The Rise of Skywalker from all the haters (including a few of our hosts). Why does Jessica think TROS deserves more respect? She tells us. Dalton tries to play peacemaker as Lauren and Devan inform Jessica how wrong she is as the battle intensifies to Rey vs. Kylo-like levels. After the dust settles, we also weigh in on episode 5 of Andor and Mon Mothma’s super fancy apartment. Learn more about ...
Oct 06, 2022•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 22
We finally got to meet Mon Mothma on Andor. Little did we know she also came with a husband. And little did we know what an a-hole that husband was. We break down this loveless marriage in full detail on this week’s episode of the pod, and then welcome in Mon Mothma herself, Genevieve O’Reilly, who chats with us about what we just saw, and also what we didn’t see when it comes to her Revenge of the Sith scenes that ended up on the proverbial editing room floor. Join Dalton, Devan, and Lauren as ...
Sep 29, 2022•43 min•Season 2Ep. 21
The first three episodes of Andor are out, and we’ve got plenty of thoughts. Not only do Dalton and Lauren break down both the good and the bad of the series so far, but Dalton them chats with Cassian Andor himself, Diego Luna, about all the big events in the first three episodes. But we’re not done! Because Devan than talks with series creator Tony Gilroy. Lots of intel and insight from both Diego and Tony, as well as our random ramblings about droids, wasps, and jerky boyfriends. Join us for t...
Sep 22, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 20
Dalton, Devan, and Lauren trade Alderaan for Anaheim as we discuss all the major Star Wars reveals from Disney’s D23 Expo. In addition to breaking down the new Mandalorian trailer (shoutout to Babu Frik), we also return to Tatooine to talk about the new behind-the-scenes Obi-Wan Kenobi documentary. Finally, we’re joined by Andor stars Kyle Soller and Denise Gough, who share stories from set and tease their intergalactic baddies. Cue the Imperial March. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod...
Sep 15, 2022•49 min•Season 2Ep. 19
EW takes a field trip to a galaxy far, far away, as cohosts Lauren Morgan and Devan Coggan break down Lauren’s trip to the Galactic Starcruiser at Walt Disney World. Lauren gives us her full report on the experience, from lightsaber training to sabacc shenanigans. Plus, we also chat about John Williams’ 90th birthday celebration performances and hear from Andor star Adria Arjona about joining the Star Wars universe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Sep 08, 2022•53 min•Season 2Ep. 18
Oh boy, things are certainly heating up this week. That’s because we have a serious Star Wars hot take courtesy of EW’s Darren Franich. Darren joins the pod to explain why he believes Return of the Jedi is not only not a great movie, but is a BAD movie. SAY WHAT?!? Darren presents his case, and it is now up to you to either agree or disagree. (Note: Dalton and Devan disagree.) It’s a super fun discussion, no matter which side of the debate you are on. Then, we welcome Mon Mothma herself to show,...
Sep 01, 2022•1 hr 3 min•Season 2Ep. 17
There is a battle brewing on this week’s podcast. A battle about lightsaber battles! EW’s Christian Holub joins us so he and Lauren can explain/defend their 2019 list on the top Star Wars lightsaber battle scenes ever, and while things start civil, it’s not long until it turns into… CIVIL WAR! Dalton and Devan weigh in on the list, and also inquire about certain scenes that did not make the cut. It’s a super fun discussion no matter which way you… um… slice it. Then, we are joined by Cassian And...
Aug 25, 2022•1 hr 13 min•Season 2Ep. 16
Dalton, Devan, and Lauren begin by following up on last week’s deep dive into Caravan of Courage by revisiting the SECOND 1980s Ewok TV movie, Ewoks: The Battle For Endor. How does this sequel stack up against the original article. You may be surprised, as were we when we booked our return trip back to Endor. Ewoks here! Ewoks there! Ewoks, Ewoks everywhere! After sifting through that madness, we then welcome in Mandalorian visionaries Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni, who chat with Devan about the u...
Aug 18, 2022•50 min•Season 2Ep. 15
In the first of our two-part series on terrible 1980 Star Wars TV movies that happen to take place on the forest moon of Endor, we delve into the cultural oddity that is 1984’s Caravan of Courage: An Ewok Adventure — a film that has to be seen to be believed, but should also probably not be seen. But don’t worry: We watched it so you don’t have to! We also talk to one of the stars of the movie Warwick Davis, who joins us along with his Willow reboot castmates Ruby Cruz, Erin Kellyman, Ellie Bamb...
Aug 11, 2022•51 min•Season 2Ep. 14
We’ve got a whole cantina full of guests on this week’s episode, as we share our Star Wars Celebration interview with ‘The Mandalorian’ stars Giancarlo Esposito, Carl Weathers, Temuera Morrison, and Emily Swallow. Plus, co-hosts Devan Coggan and Lauren Morgan are joined by EW’s Maureen Lee Lenker for an in-depth look at ‘The Princess and the Scoundrel,’ the new book about Han and Leia’s romance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices...
Aug 04, 2022•47 min•Season 2Ep. 13
We are joined by the Mandalorian himself, Pedro Pascal, who tells us what to expect on season 3 of the show. We also welcome in Star Wars royalty in the form of Lawrence Kasdan, who co-wrote The Empire Strikes Back, The Force Awakens, and Solo, and also directed the new Light & Magic docuseries on Disney+. Kasdan chats about his amazing career and getting the opportunity to look back at all the incredible Star Wars special effects over the years. Speaking of incredible, we share stories from...
Jul 28, 2022•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 12
We’ve got a doozy of an episode for you this week as Ahsoka stars Rosario Dawson and Natasha Liu Bordizzo join us to chat about the upcoming Disney+’s series. Not only that, but Devan, Dalton, and Lauren talk about great Star Wars moments from Comic-Cons of yesteryear, including an up-close encounter with Han, Luke, and Leia. Speaking of Comic-Con, we also preview some of the biggest panels taking place at this year’s convention out at San Diego and make a big announcement about two more super g...
Jul 21, 2022•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 11
After debating the past and present of Star Wars, we look ahead to the galaxy’s future. Host Devan Coggan is joined by EW staffers Jessica Leon and Chuck Kerr to preview some of the (many!) Star Wars projects in the works, including Andor, The Mandalorian season 3, Ahsoka, and more. Plus, we share Devan’s interview with the Andor cast from Star Wars Celebration, featuring Diego Luna, Genevieve O’Reilly, and producer Sanne Wohlenberg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc...
Jul 14, 2022•42 min•Season 2Ep. 10
TV writer, graphic novelist, Fatman Beyond podcast host, and former EW editor Marc Bernardin joins Dalton, Devan, and Lauren to float his argument that the greatness of Star Was actually comes from individual moments as opposed to the full films themselves. We take Marc’s theory and run with it, debating and discussing the best moments from each of the 11 Star Wars films. Who’s right? Who’s wrong? That is for you to decide as you take the journey with us to determine what is the greatest scene i...
Jul 07, 2022•1 hr 23 min•Season 2Ep. 9
It’s time for a field trip! Hosts Dalton Ross and Lauren Morgan paid a Corellian smuggler to gain passage to the Fans Strike Back, a Star Wars exhibit of items made by fans to pay tribute to their favorite franchise under two suns. Dalton and Lauren walk and talk their way through the exhibit, chatting about their favorite items, as well as reliving the ones that were super-duper disturbing. Join us on this bizarre quest as we check out all the fan work on display. Learn more about your ad choic...
Jun 30, 2022•42 min•Season 2Ep. 8
All Force ghosts allowed as Dalton Ross, Devan Coggan, and Lauren Morgan engage in a spoiler-filled discussion and get into everything that went down during the series finale of Obi-Wan Kenobi, including that huge Obi-Wan vs. Darth battle and the return of some familiar faces. What did they think? Do they want more? And why was Obi-Wan Kenobi a bit like Rocky 3? All will be explained! Come geek out with the gang as they nerd out on the final chapter of the Disney+ series. Learn more about your a...
Jun 23, 2022•41 min•Season 2Ep. 7
While Dalton Ross and Devan Coggan are stuck at a spaceport on the Outer Rim, host Lauren Morgan opens the blast doors for EW writers and fellow Star Wars nerds Nick Romano and Christian Holub, who help break down the penultimate episode of Obi-Wan Kenobi and share their thoughts on the series at large. We discuss the flashbacks, the reveal of Reva’s backstory, and Tala’s big sacrifice while also getting into the merits of recasting versus the use of technology in recreating key story moments. T...
Jun 16, 2022•1 hr•Season 2Ep. 6
Hosts Dalton Ross, Devan Coggan, and Lauren Morgan summon the Force to dive into episode 4 of Obi-Wan Kenobi. Dalton points out what he completely messed up this week, while Devan and Lauren debate and discuss the episode’s high and low points. We also weigh in on the newly introduced characters, including O’Shea Jackson Jr.’s Roken. Then, we are joined by series writer/executive producer Joby Harold, who takes us behind the scenes of the episode and addresses some potential timeline discrepanci...
Jun 09, 2022•46 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Welcome to the planet Mapuzo! Hosts Dalton Ross, Devan Coggan, and Lauren Morgan reconvene to discuss Obi-Wan Kenobi’s thrilling third episode — including little Leia and that epic Vader lightsaber duel. Plus, Devan shares her report from Star Wars Celebration in Anaheim, where she sat down with Ewan McGregor, Hayden Christensen, Rupert Friend, Moses Ingram, and director Deborah Chow to talk about their journey to a galaxy far, far away. We also break down the biggest news out of Celebration, fr...
Jun 02, 2022•1 hr 1 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Hosts Dalton Ross and Lauren Morgan welcome Darth Vader himself, Hayden Christensen, onto the pod. Hayden names his favorite scene from the prequels, talks about how he once used the Force in real life, and reveals that had a “Vader Movement Specialist” on Obi-Wan Kenobi. We are also joined by Obi-Wan Kenobi director Deborah Chow, who does her best to avoid the traps we set to gather inside intel on the new series. Speaking of which, we also share all our thoughts after watching the first two ep...
May 27, 2022•53 min•Season 2Ep. 3
