"Slave 1 Renamed?", "The Mandalorian: Gallery S02 Finale", "Star Wars: Visions - Official Trailer", "The High Republic", "Lego Star Wars Game News", "Future Podcast Episodes", AND SO MUCH MORE... Tune in to the podcast for all the latest star wars headlines, brought to you by your host, Josh, of Star Wars Escape Pod. We want to bring you the best headlines in under 15 minutes with lightspeed. A complimentary sub series to our full length episodes diving into the franchise we all know and love. G...
Aug 23, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 145
The finale episode has arrived! And our heroes attempt to escape Kamino, and the sinking Tipoca City! As exciting as this was, it left us more questions than it did answer, and Josh and Blake are here to break it down. Let's go over everything we caught in "Kamino Lost". There's lot's more to look forward to on this podcast once The Bad Batch ends, stay tuned for more great content coming your way. Stay subscribed to STAR WARS ESCAPE POD for more Bad Batch reviews, general discussion and more, a...
Aug 14, 2021•57 min•Season 1Ep. 144
The first part of the season finale is here! And as we Return to Kamino, let's break down everything we saw / noticed, help makes those connections and analyze what is to come. THAT MUSIC, let's talk about it. Will crosshair embrace his role as an Imperial believer and not turn back even without the inhibitor chip? J.W. Rinzler passed away this week, we pay our respects to him for the endless content he was apart of at Lucasfilm. Help the Rinzler family here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/h2qw7z-jo...
Aug 07, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 143
A new phase of the trooper has been introduced to star wars canon! Before the Stormtroopers, we had THIS! It's really cool to see a new hybrid phase introduced to the standard trooper helmet lineup. Before the day is done, I hope to Hasbro they make this helmet a reality! It was fantastic to see Gregor in all his glory return to star wars, alive and kooky as ever from his explosion in times past. It's a wonder we are only 2 episodes from the finish line and still so many questions we have which ...
Aug 04, 2021•1 hr 10 min•Season 1Ep. 142
The Bad Batch has gone Oceans 11 when they help Cid steal some spice to get Roland in trouble with the Pykes. This was an unexpected turn of a plot after we left off with Cross-Hair on the hunt. But nonetheless we found the return of the Pykes a curious choice. Could this have something to do with Solo? Will there be tie ins to that film and the characters there? ALSO, Could Bariss Offee return to "Ahsoka" or "The Bad Batch"? Stay subscribed to STAR WARS ESCAPE POD for more Bad Batch reviews, ge...
Jul 27, 2021•46 min•Season 1Ep. 141
Josh, and our guest host, Darian, discuss the latest Bad Batch episode, returning to the Ryloth story arc we pick up where things left off with the Syndulla family in captivity. Hera calls the bad batch for help and Omega has them answer the call. This was a perfect way to cap an origin story for Hera. How will Howzer play into the story later? Is his chip broken? Or did it never get activated? Further more, could he have overcome it and be a reason to why all the clones are no longer produced b...
Jul 22, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 140
The latest bad batch episode brought us back to Ryloth where we explore some origins of the great Hera Syndulla and continue the story of Cham Syndulla. Fake Filoni returns for a quick Q&A, Dave Filoni action figure releasing later this year!? And of course Star Wars Visions, the upcoming anime series will be a big topic in September when it's released. Stay tuned here for your breaking news on that as well as any after shows that follow. Stay subscribed to STAR WARS ESCAPE POD for more Bad ...
Jul 10, 2021•1 hr 7 min•Season 1Ep. 139
"Star Wars: Visions" (the upcoming star wars anime series) has finally been revealed at the Anime EXPO Lite / Lucasfilm panel. Further giving us a look at the series premiering on Disney plus September 22nd. The High Republic RELEASES WAVE 2, The Rising Storm, Race to Crashpoint Tower and more have hit shelves and first impressions are out there! We'll get around to our own reviews in a month or so, but in the meantime, let's listen to the preview for that and chat about this upcoming content. E...
Jul 04, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 138
There's plenty packed in this hour long episode, everything from The Bad Batch episode 10 review down to general star wars chat and discussion. The High Republic wave 2 has launched. And we get into a bit regarding the politics of the Empire, Anakin's place in the story and how the Imperial Senate works with a single guy in charge. Let's get into it. Stay subscribed to STAR WARS ESCAPE POD for more Bad Batch reviews, general discussion and more, all ad-free just the way you like it. You can help...
Jul 03, 2021•58 min•Season 1Ep. 137
The Bad Batch in pursuit! Is Omega Boba's long lost sister? An un-modified replica of Jango in some way, shape or form could enable the Cloners to continue production for years to come! But they don't, we know stormtroopers are not clones. So what happened to Omega and this side plot that has now been revealed by Lama Su? Let's chat all about this latest episode from the show as well as the awesome location this takes place in. An abandoned cloning facility? I wonder what that's all about. Hit i...
Jun 26, 2021•53 min•Season 1Ep. 136
Crosshair vs The Bad Batch! Cad Bane vs Hunter! There is so much to chat about in this latest episode of our Bad Batch reviews. Is Omega related directly to Boba? Will we see the resurrection of the Clone Wars arc we've always wanted to see? Let's chat about all these details in the Cantina, join us for a drink. Stay subscribed to STAR WARS ESCAPE POD for more Bad Batch reviews, general discussion and more, all ad-free just the way you like it. You can help us out by sharing this show, subscribi...
Jun 24, 2021•1 hr 15 min•Season 1Ep. 135
Our ol' pal Rex brings the Bad Batch to Bracca in search of a Republic cruiser that can remove the clones brain implants. Let's chat about the latest episode with Josh, Bryce and Blake. As we chill in the escape pod hanging out in space, there nothin' better to do but chat star wars and watch the latest episode of Star Wars: The Bad Batch! Connections to "Jedi: Fallen Order" and the planet Bracca. Could we see Cal Kestis show up in this show? What about other characters or even any from the EU? ...
Jun 15, 2021•54 min•Season 1Ep. 134
Echo is known as one of the heroic ARC trooper's in Star Wars: The Clone Wars to give his life in service of the Republic at the citadel. Only to return as a lab experiment and a mutilated body to show for when Clone Force 99 breaks him out of the Techno Union. Let's take a deep dive into this amazing character, what happened in his life so far in the saga, where he's been, and what he's going through that affects him when we catch up with him in The Bad Batch. Also, a new MARVEL comics run / cr...
Jun 07, 2021•1 hr 28 min•Season 1Ep. 133
The sixth episode of the bad batch brought us to Corellia of all places and brought in some familiar faces! Lot's of speculation in this episode, will Wrecker finally go nuts and get taken over by the inhibitor chip? Who is the mystery person in the hologram? Also WAS that R7, Ahsoka's droid at the end there? Join us chatting about the stories between Episode 6-7 and the gaps that could be filled in with stories in the future, as well as the potential of future shows existing in that time space....
Jun 05, 2021•1 hr 32 min•Season 1Ep. 132
The Bad Batch episode 5 came out today, we had our initial review with Blake and Josh on the show. Revisiting Ord Mantel, Zygerrian slavers, and a baby Rancor? This episode was a fun addition to the first season. Are filler episodes really that bad? When are they necessary? We chatted about numerous questions today, as well as the recent news regarding Rangers of the New Republic. And a fun topic, can and will there ever be a main character in a star wars movie more powerful than Anakin / Darth ...
May 29, 2021•1 hr 16 min•Season 1Ep. 131
We're catching up with The Bad Batch with reviewing episodes 3 & 4. Lots of surprises amongst these two episodes, including seeing Pantora for the first time in animation (also showed up in Dark Disciple the Clone Wars Season 7 adaption novel). Fennec Shand in animated form, as well as more speculation as to what is coming our way with the show. What are your thoughts on Fennec in animation? Who is she working for? Let us know your thoughts! Being a non-profit show, helping us would be great...
May 27, 2021•1 hr 19 min•Season 1Ep. 130
The latest headlines have taken Star Wars fans by surprise, waking up to see articles saying that "Star Wars: Rangers of the New Republic" was being removed from the production roster. WHY? Is this because of the absence of Cara Dune? Or what if it's the weak link in the New Republic era of stories? Did we loose out on a potentially amazing show? Or maybe this Star Wars story just didn't need to be told? Let's get into that headline and more from MARVEL towards the end. EXTRA! EXTRA! EXTRA! Star...
May 24, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 129
Is Omega the first force sensitive clone? Does that have something to do with the creation of SNOKE? What has the latest Darth Vader comic series revealed about that and does Omega have something to do with it? Many theories we want to chat about right here and now. The second episode of The Bad Batch has revealed even more about OMEGA, and of course we journey back to Saleucami to meet with Cut - deserter clone introduced from Star Wars: The Clone Wars season 2. This episode is packed and also ...
May 24, 2021•1 hr 27 min•Season 1Ep. 128
"Star Wars: The Vow of Silver Dawn" has been racking up the chapter count with 204 and counting! Exclusively available in simplified Chinese only, this high republic based web novel takes place at the end of the High Republic era. You may be wondering what this book is all about and how you can read a translated version. Let's chat about that! More podcast news towards the end of this short episode so stay tuned to the end! EXTRA! EXTRA! EXTRA! Star Wars headlines coming to you at lightspeed in ...
May 23, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 127
New guest, Dan, joins Josh in the escape pod to chat about the latest Star Wars title to the VR market. "Star Wars Pinball VR" by Zen Studios came out not long ago. We gave it a moment to breath, obtained a hot fix update to address some bugs. And here we are with our initial opinions and month long review. Wish list items, idea's for fixes and improvements that can be made to make this even better for players but there's a lot to talk about here for Pinball fans, VR fans and Star Wars fans. Als...
May 21, 2021•47 min•Season 1Ep. 126
Return to the Ewok Adventure Commentary Tracks! Comes a beloved sequel to last weeks commentary. Join us in the escape pod as we journey once again with our friend Wicket and Cindel as they take on pirates, adventure, old forest men, death, and nightsisters? Ready up your Disney plus pages to the Star Wars Vintage Collection and select The Battle For Endor. Line it up at 00:00:00 and we'll do the count down after a few minutes into the episode. Stay tuned for a great laugh with us as we watch th...
May 17, 2021•1 hr 50 min•Season 1Ep. 125
The Bad Batch has premiered! Of course we look forward to the After-Show down the road with aftershow-host Diego (featured from our 40 part clone wars talk series). Until then, Blake and Josh have much to say on the weekly release of each bad batch episode going forward. Today we kick off with the premiere length Bad Batch MOVIE we had launch on May 4th. There was plenty to chat about today. We also acknowledged Kanan's appearance as Caleb Dume (his real name) and the inconsistencies with the Ka...
May 15, 2021•1 hr 53 min•Season 1Ep. 124
Today we're sitting down for some laughs with the crew of the escape pod watching Ewok Adventures: Caravan of Courage. This film dropped recently on Disney plus in the Star Wars Vintage collection, only previously released on home video twice in history, 2004's DVD and the VHS / Laser disc in 1990, a whole 6 years after it aired on TV!! Imagine waiting that long if you missed the theatrical & at home tv air dates! Prepare to have some laughs, pop that corn and crack some jokes, this is one s...
May 10, 2021•2 hr 3 min•Season 1Ep. 123
Celebrating the 42nd Star Wars day, 50 years at Lucasfilm, and so much more! We kick things off with the Ultimate Star Wars Trivia game, custom and exclusive to Star Wars Escape Pod with now over 150 questions. Our What Happened segment of the episode covering The Bad Batch gives your light recap in a breeze from their first and only appearance in Star Wars: The Clone Wars so you can watch The Bad Batch in comfort. So many things happening today to celebrate, even a commissioned fan artwork cele...
May 04, 2021•2 hr 12 min•Season 1Ep. 122
Introduced to us in "Star Wars: The Clone Wars", and then "Star Wars: Rebels", and "The Mandalorian" Bo-Katan has been a fan favorite character for years, played by the amazing Katee Sackoff, it's been excellent to see her go from playing her in animation to live action screen. But what has this character's arc been like, and where has she been in the overall saga through these multiple shows and interweaving stories? ALSO What can we expect from future star wars shows and films? What Happened!?...
Apr 26, 2021•1 hr 28 min•Season 1Ep. 121
The legendary actor behind the mask of Darth Vader passed away November 28th 2020 and some of his belongings are being auctioned off in his hometown of Bristol, UK. Other news headlines and more in this latest issue of Lightspeed! EXTRA! EXTRA! EXTRA! Star Wars headlines coming to you at lightspeed in under 15 minutes! Covering all the latest headlines, comics and novel releases, toy / product reveals and podcast related announcements. ———————————————————————— Star Wars Escape Pod 🖥️ Website: h...
Apr 22, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 120
Help us out by leaving a review and even dropping one here at Podchaser! https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/star-wars-escape-pod-966682 What do we think about the High Republic so far, the evil in the galaxy at this time and the threats the Jedi face. As well as stories coming to us later this year in this new era to Star Wars. Even if you haven't read ANYTHING from this era so far we'll just tell you our thoughts on it, the Nihil, the Drengir, and more! There's so much new High Republic content...
Apr 19, 2021•1 hr 29 min•Season 1Ep. 119
The third novel in the High Republic series is here brought to us by Claudia Gray, author of Lost Stars, Master & Apprentice, Bloodline, and Leia: Princess of Alderaan. Overlapping the events of Light of the Jedi and A Test of Courage this new story features Reath Silas (Jedi Padawan) on a mission to the frontier when The Great Disaster happens mid hyperspace. We break down character profiles, plot points, fun facts and notable things featured in the novel as well as walking through the stor...
Apr 12, 2021•1 hr 56 min•Season 1Ep. 118
EXTRA! EXTRA! EXTRA! Star Wars headlines coming to you in under 15 minutes, lightspeed! Covering all the latest comics, novels, and toy announcements hitting shelves this month or the next. Don't miss this episode of lightspeed and be sure to help us out by dropping a 5 star and leaving a review if you can in that apple podcast app of yours / on iTunes. From the latest comic and novel announcements to launch dates, action figure drops and video game releases. Let's hammer out some star wars head...
Apr 06, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 117
If you're unsure what Star Wars Legends is, we breakdown not only what that is compared to the canon, but also how the stories and timeline events differ. Notable stories can be found in each chronology as well as different names for the eras involved with those stories. This SUPER sized episode contains an intermission in the middle to break it up into two sections. The first half covers Legends and the second half covers Canon. There's so many great star wars stories out there that need to be ...
Apr 05, 2021•2 hr 44 min•Season 1Ep. 116
