Join Idiot's Array and special guest Becca Benjamin (Tarkin's Top Shelf) as we discuss Ahsoka : Part One (Master and Apprentice) and Part Two (Toil and Trouble). We begin with our general thoughts on the series so far and then take a deep dive into many of the specifics of each episode. Don't delay any longer! The only time you are wasting is your own. Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarraypodcast...
Aug 27, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 189
Somehow, Idiot's Array returned! On Episode 188, we crack open a pack of Star Wars Conversation Cards and see where they take us. Join us as we take a journey through the Star Wars galaxy and cover a variety of topics. We would be honored if you would join us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarraypodcast...
Aug 07, 2023•54 min•Ep. 188
On Episode 187, Idiot's Array finally discusses idiots in Star Wars! We start with sixteen of the biggest idiots in Star Wars and limit them down to our Idiot's Array. Join us for the chaos and debate. There is some controversy on the characters who made it into our bracket and even more on the characters who move forward. Also, Alan almost chokes to death. We start the show by discussing our excitement over the new Indiana Jones movie being released this week. You'll want to stay until the end ...
Jun 25, 2023•57 min•Ep. 187
The Idiots are back to discuss more jerks in the Star Wars galaxy! In Part 2 of Jerks in Star Wars, we try to make amends for overlooking some very important jerks. Who will make our second Idiot's Array in Part 2 of this challenge? Listen now to find out. And if you join us, we promise to be polite and to be honored by your presence. Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarraypodcast...
May 29, 2023•37 min•Ep. 186
Idiot's Array is back with another bracket and this time we are trying to figure out who is the biggest jerk in Star Wars . The jerks in our bracket come from the light side and dark side, Rebels and Imperials, and live action and animation. But who will make it to our Idiot's Array in Part 1 of this challenge? Join us to find out! We start the show by talking about the return of Return of the Jedi to theaters, how we spent our May the Fourth, and answer a listener email. We would be honored by ...
May 08, 2023•59 min•Ep. 185
On Episode 184, Mark and Ryder are joined by Becca Benjamin (Tarkin's Top Shelf) to discuss the season three finale of The Mandalorian. -What are our thoughts on the finale and season three overall? -What is the significance of Din, Bo-Katan, and Grogu defeating Moff Gideon? -R5-D4 finally gets to be the hero. -Grogu has experienced and re-experienced a lot of trauma -Were we satisified with the ending? All of this and much, much more! We would be honored if you would join us. Twitter: @idiotsar...
Apr 23, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 184
On Episode 183, Alan and Ryder are joined by Becca Benjamin (Tarkin's Top Shelf) to discuss the penultimate episode of season three of The Mandalorian. -What are our thoughts on the Shadow Council? -Who are the spies? -We contrast the leadership of Bo-Katan and Moff Gideon. -How does this episode tie in with other Star Wars media? -And we look forward to the season three finale. All of this and much more! We would be honored if you would join us. Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array ...
Apr 17, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 183
Join us on Episode 182 for a Pitiful Little Band roundtable wrap-up of Star Wars Celebration. -What are our overall feelings about what we saw and learned? -What are our reactions to the new movies announced? (Rey is returning!) -Thoughts on Star Wars Celebration is heading to Japan in 2025. -We also discuss the Ahsoka trailer, the final season of The Bad Batch, Acolyte news, season two of Star Wars: Visions, and much, much more! Join us for this fun-filled episode! We would be honored if you wo...
Apr 11, 2023•57 min•Ep. 182
The Ahsoka teaser trailer was released at Star Wars Celebration and Alan and Ryder are here to break it down. What did we love about it? What are we most looking forward to in the series? And how are we going to prepare for it? We start the show by discussing some of the other SWCE announcements that we are most excited about! Join us for some exciting Star Wars discussion. We would be honored if you would join us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcas...
Apr 09, 2023•29 min•Ep. 181
On Episode 180, The Pitiful Little Band are back to discuss The Foundling (The Mandalorian S3:E4) and Tipping Point (The Bad Batch S2:E14)! In Tipping Point, we see the imminent danger that is encircling The Bad Batch. Do we have a better understanding of why the Empire really wants Omega? What is Crosshair's motivation in helping his fellow Clones? In The Foundling, we see Bo-Katan honor and help the covert. How do Bo-Katan's beliefs and those of the other Mandalorians' co-exist? Did The Armore...
Mar 27, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 180
On Episode 179, Idiot's Array once again joins forces with Tarkin's Top Shelf to dissect and discuss the latest episodes of The Mandalorian and The Bad Batch . We start by discussing Pabu . What was the main theme of this episode? How are we feeling about Phee's involvement with The Bad Batch? Where do we see the series going from here? Next, we take the conversation to The Convert . How good was the space battle with Din, Bo-Katan, and the TIEs? How does Bo-Katan feel about possibly joining Din...
Mar 20, 2023•56 min•Ep. 179
On Episode 178, Idiot's Array and Tarkin's Top Shelf combine forces to discuss and dissect the latest episodes of The Mandalorian and The Bad Batch. The Zillo Beast returns on Metamorphisis, the new episode of The Bad Batch. How does the Empire plan to use this beast? And what is the importance of Omega to the Empire? The Apostate, the first episode of season three of The Mandalorian, gives a scattershot of plot lines. IG-11, Anzellans, Gorian Shard, and Bo-Katan (among others) make appearances ...
Mar 05, 2023•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 178
The Idiots are back and Mark has something he wants to get off his chest! To start the show, Mark (and Alan and Ryder) addresses the drama that has arisen after the new trailer for season three of The Mandalorian. Then the Idiots take a deep dive into The Crossing, the latest episode of The Bad Batch. After a few weeks off, get reacquainted with Idiot's Array! We would be honored if you would join us. Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com In...
Feb 19, 2023•51 min•Ep. 177
On Episode 176, The Pitiful Little Band podcast network (Idiot's Array and Tarkin's Top Shelf) joins forces to discuss The Mandalorian season 3 trailer, episodes 3 and 4 of The Bad Batch season 2, STAR WARS Jedi: Survivor, and much, much more. Fun and chaos prevail when this group gets together and we would be honored if you would join us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarraypodcast...
Jan 23, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 176
The Bad Batch season 2 has begun and the Idiots are back to discuss it. On Episode 175, we breakdown the first two episodes of season two by talking about some of our favorite moments, tie-ins to the Star Wars galaxy and other movies, predictions for the season, and much more! We would be honored by your presence. Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarraypodcast...
Jan 09, 2023•50 min
Andor season one is wrapped up and Idiot's Array is here to put a bow on it. On Episode 174, we cover all of our favorite scenes and moments from the Andor season finale, as well as tie in some moments from earlier in the season. We also discuss many of the tie-ins to Rogue One and other Star Wars movies. So grab a brick, swing a hammer, or kick a stormtrooper and join us for this episode of Idiot's Array! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.c...
Nov 27, 2022•54 min
On Episode 173 we have a full Idiot's Array as Alan, Mark, and Ryder are back together to discuss Episodes 10 and 11 of Andor. -How is this series connecting the dots to the Rebel Alliance? -How is it making Star Wars more relatable to real life? -What is the importance of secondary characters in Andor? We discuss all of this and much more! What did we sacrifice to make this episode? EVERYTHING! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagra...
Nov 21, 2022•54 min
Live from Fan X in Salt Lake City, Idiot's Array hosts the panel to celebrate the 45th Anniversary of Star Wars: A New Hope! -What is the cultural impact of this movie? -How would our lives be different without the influence of this movie? -What are our stand-out moments or scenes from ANH? -What is the lasting legacy of this film? All of this and much, much more! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarraypodcast...
Nov 14, 2022•51 min•Ep. 172
On Episode 171, Mark and Ryder discuss all aspects of Tales of the Jedi , not just the dogmatic views of the Jedi. -Why do these shorts focus on Ahsoka Tano and Count Dooku, and what is their connection? -How does this series expound on the stories of all characters involved? -Yaddle -Who would we like to see in future Tales of the Jedi ? Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarraypodcast...
Oct 31, 2022•45 min•Ep. 171
The Idiots are back to break down episodes 5 and 6 of Andor! -What are our thoughts as we hit the halfway point of this series? -Where do we see it going in the second half of the season? -How is Cassian's character evolving? -How is Cassian's experience in the heist preparing him for the events in Rogue One ? All of this and so much more! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarraypodcast...
Oct 17, 2022•44 min•Ep. 170
Idiot's Array was live at Fan X in Salt Lake City to discuss the Obi-Wan Kenobi series and we have the panel here for you! -What did we learn about Obi-Wan Kenobi in this series that we didn't know previously? -What did Obi-Wan learn from Leia? -Did our opinions of Owen Lars change? -Vader! -What were our favorite moments and themes? All of this and so much more! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarraypodcast...
Oct 07, 2022•51 min•Ep. 169
On Episode 168, Alan and Ryder are joined by Dan Spindle, Star Wars fan and TV news anchor at KSL-TV in Salt Lake City. We travel to all areas of the Star Wars galaxy to discuss the movie trilogies, the animated series, novels, the Disney+ series, toys, and so much more! We're offering everything you want, all at once. Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarraypodcast...
Oct 03, 2022•1 hr 22 min•Ep. 168
Andor is out and Idiot's Array is excited to break down the first three episodes! What did we like? How is this series different from the other Disney+ series? Was the series over-hyped? We begin the show by talking about Alan's and Ryder's event-filled weekend at Fan X in Salt Lake City! We would be honored if you would join us. Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarraypodcast...
Sep 26, 2022•58 min•Ep. 167
On Episode 166, we start with the sixteen most impactful Star Wars non-Force using villains and end with our Idiot's Array. Along the way, we find out that not all villains are created equal. Statements will be made, but not manifestos. We would be honored if you would join us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarraypodcast...
Sep 11, 2022•59 min•Ep. 166
Tragedy is a major theme is the Star Wars saga, and how the characters manage those tragedies can end up defining them. On Episode 165, Mark and Ryder are joined by Becca Benjamin (Tarkin's Top Shelf, Kanata's Castle) to discuss the tragedies in Star Wars, why they are a good story telling device, and which tragedies affect us the most. We would be honored if you would join us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarraypod...
Aug 29, 2022•54 min•Ep. 165
On Episode 164, Alan and Ryder discuss Revenge of the Sith . -What are our memories from the first time we saw ROTS? -What are our favorite scenes and themes from Episode III? -What is our favorite Lightsaber battle from the movie? -Whose death most pushed Anakin to the dark side? We start the show with a listener email. We would be honored if you would join us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarraypodcast...
Aug 15, 2022•51 min•Ep. 164
On Episode 163, we start with the twenty most impactful non-Force users in Star Wars in a single-elimination bracket and debate and discuss until we have our Idiot's Array. As usual in our brackets, tough decisions are made and hearts are broken. Join us on this journey, but there will be no mysical energy field to control our destiny! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarraypodcast...
Aug 01, 2022•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 163
A recent article in Vanity Fair by Anthony Breznican brought up an interesting new way to watch the Star Wars saga: Rey Order. On Episode 162, we discuss the Rey Order as well as other viewing orders. -What is gained and lost by the different viewing orders? -Which is our preferred way to watch Star Wars ? -How do the new series fit in? Join us and let us know your preferred viewing order! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @id...
Jul 11, 2022•48 min•Ep. 162
"Took you long enough." On Episode 161 we breakdown the final three episodes of Obi-Wan Kenobi. We discuss the character arcs, tie-ins to other media, favorite moments, and how this series enhanced the rest of Star Wars. Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarraypodcast
Jun 27, 2022•58 min•Ep. 161
"He's coming, Master." On Episode 160, we breakdown the first three epsodes of Obi-Wan Kenobi . We discuss the important moments, the characters (both new and familiar), and the emotions we felt during the first half of the series. Come along on the adventure! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarraypodcast
Jun 05, 2022•52 min•Ep. 160
