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Episode 82 - This Andor That

Jun 04, 202545 minEp. 82
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June 4, 2025

Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews

Episode 82 - This Andor That


In this episode, Ethan guides us on a conversation to a galaxy far, far away to explore the rich themes and surprising Jewish connections within Andor, the newest series in the Star Wars universe. We dive into the blurred lines between science fiction and our own realities, we explore the sacrifices made in the name of hope, and we ask the question no one else dares: Is Syril’s mom Jewish? Put on your nicest Ghorman threads and tune in as we unpack this story of resistance, sacrifice, and hope.


00:00:41 I have friends everywhere

00:02:42 Erev Andor

00:04:11 Pulling on all the threads (of Ghorman?)

00:05:48 Almost to the Promised Land

00:11:43 Sacrifice for loss or gain

00:16:02 The robot that made us happy

00:16:38 Next year…

00:19:16 The fictional reality of science fiction

00:27:01 What kind of mother?

00:32:20 Cinta and Vel

00:33:48 Fate and Force

00:39:35 The greatest thing Star Wars has ever done?


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