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Newcomers: Sports, with Nicole Byer and Lauren Lapkus

In Newcomers, Lauren Lapkus and Nicole Byer take a deep dive into cultural staples they haven’t gotten around to just yet. So far, they have covered Star Wars, The Lord of the Rings, Tyler Perry"s body of work, the Fast & Furious Franchise, the Marvel Cinematic Universe, the many interpretations of Batman, and the filmography of Martin Scorsese. Next up, Lauren and Nicole get into legendary sports movies!

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01:08:31

The Mandalorian (w/ Griffin Newman & David Sims)

Newcomers: Sports, with Nicole Byer and Lauren Lapkus ·

2020/05/19

It's Baby Yoda time! Co-hosts of Blank Check, Griffin Newman (actor/comedian, The Tick) and David Sims (Film critic, writer for The Atlantic) join us to tackle episodes 1-3 of The Mandalorian series on Disney+. They break down how Disney avoided Baby Yoda spoilers, explain the 2-person puppetry behind it, and share their overall LOVE for The Child. They maybe even convinced Nicole and Lauren to keep watching? Plus a bonus POST ROLL: Talking about Amanda Bynes' thirst, Drake's purse collection, and

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01:16:16

Star Wars Day & Star Wars Toys! (w/ Connor Ratliff)

Newcomers: Sports, with Nicole Byer and Lauren Lapkus ·

2020/05/05

May the 4th be with you! Okay, we're a day late but we still want to celebrate. To retrospect the Skywalker Saga and break down the significance of Star Wars Day, George Lucas impersonator Connor Ratliff (from The George Lucas Talk Show, & the Dead Eyes podcast) joins us! Connor explains why the movies are great but don't make sense, gives insightful advice how everyone can enjoy the series, and pop quizzes the girls on their newfound Star Wars knowledge. Later, we explore the Star Wars media

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00:52:01

Star Wars: Ep. IX - The Rise of Skywalker (w/ Matt...

Newcomers: Sports, with Nicole Byer and Lauren Lapkus ·

2020/04/28

It's the final film of the Star Wars saga! Matt Gourley (Conan O'Brien Needs a Friend, Superego) joins us to answer our questions about the highly divisive Rise of Skywalker film. Who did Palpatine sleep with? Why is it dangerous for a droid to speak Sith? Will this really be the last film? Plus, Matt also explains all the cool puppeteering used in the film, the hot multiple romances going on, and so much more! Check out Matt Gourley new podcast - Bonanas for Bonanza with Andy Daly and Maria

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00:49:13

More Star Wars Fanfiction (w/ Betsy Sodaro)

Newcomers: Sports, with Nicole Byer and Lauren Lapkus ·

2020/04/21

After popular demand, we're back reading all new Star Wars fanfiction! Comedian & writer Betsy Sodaro (host of A Funny Feeling, voice on Duncanville) joins us to read our new original stories, and a few fanfic from the web. Warning, this episode is very, very NSFW. Listen to our first fanfiction episode here. Fan Fictions If It Weren’t for the Falcon by reylolove44 Star Wars: The Deceived by Darth Vicium Next week - we complete the sequel trilogy with Rise of Skywalker. Sponsor: Care/Of:

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00:58:48

Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (w/ Mano Agapion)

Newcomers: Sports, with Nicole Byer and Lauren Lapkus ·

2020/04/14

Who's cashing the check for these CGI'd actors? Can they just screenshot a hologram? Why is the Star Wars timeline so convoluted?? We've got questions after watching Rogue One, the first Star Wars spin-off film. Nicole's podcasting co-host Mano Agapion (host of Drag Her, We Love Trash) joins us to answer all of our burning questions! Plus, Lauren finds a meditative use in the Force, and Nicole's losing track between the white woman of Star Wars. Like Newcomers? Enter the 5-Star Wars by leaving us a

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01:01:10

Solo: A Star Wars Story (w/ Shaun Diston)

Newcomers: Sports, with Nicole Byer and Lauren Lapkus ·

2020/04/07

Is this the Star Wars love story we've been waiting for? Did Lando fuck his droid? What the heck is a parsec? Today, self-proclaimed "Human version of Jar Jar Binks" Shaun Diston (Wrecked, George Lucas Talk Show) joins us to break down the 2018 Han Solo spin-off film, Solo: A Star Wars Story. He explains what lead Disney to fire the 2 original directors months into filming, all the sneaky little details in the film, and the importance of "Who shot first?" for Star Wars fans. Stay inside,

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00:48:52

Star Wars: Ep. VIII - The Last Jedi (w/ Demi Adejuyigbe)

Newcomers: Sports, with Nicole Byer and Lauren Lapkus ·

2020/03/31

Comedian & Star Wars dork Demi Adejuyigbe (The Late Late Show with James Corden, Punch Up The Jam) joins us for the highly anticipated Star Wars episode, The Last Jedi. We talk about all the new cute alien species, secret guest stars, and overall wild horniness of the film. Plus, Demi pitches his BB-8 spinoff movie idea, and dispenses us with so much Star Wars trivia! Stay safe, and stay at home everybody! Sponsor: Helix Sleep: Get up to $200 dollars off all mattress orders and two free

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01:02:22

Star Wars: Ep. VII - The Force Awakens (w/ Paul F....

Newcomers: Sports, with Nicole Byer and Lauren Lapkus ·

2020/03/23

We are in quarantine, but that won't stop us from podcasting! Paul F. Tompkins (Threedom, The Neighborhood Listen) joins us remotely to break down the first installment in the Star Wars sequel trilogy. We discuss the Kylo Ren backstory we wanted to see, all of the hot Star Wars daddies, and play Fuck, Marry, Kill with the Chewbacca family. Plus, Paul shares his experience meeting Harrison Ford, and we all talk about how self isolation is driving us crazy. Watch our reactions to The Force Awakens

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01:10:11

Star Wars Ep. III - Revenge of the Sith (w/ Andy Daly)

Newcomers: Sports, with Nicole Byer and Lauren Lapkus ·

2020/03/17

Comedian and Star Wars fan Andy Daly (Veep, Big Mouth, Review) joins us to break down the final film of the prequel series: Revenge of the Sith. Andy shares his experience growing up as an obsessed fan, how George Lucas would segregate Star Wars superfans, and the logistical problems with the prequel's technology. Plus, Lauren's starting to love the Jedi way, Nicole cracks the Skywalker family lineage, and they both offer their punched up version of the prequels. Order the complete Review series

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01:04:18

The Star Wars Holiday Special (w/ Oscar Montoya)

Newcomers: Sports, with Nicole Byer and Lauren Lapkus ·

2020/03/10

This holiday special is so terrible that once it aired, George Lucas made sure it could never broadcast again. On this episode of Newcomers, we take a quick break from finishing the prequel series to review the absolute fever dream that is the Star Wars Holiday Special from 1978. This film has it all- a sci-fi drag queen, hypnotic Wookiee porn, fascist themes, and queer canon?! Oscar Montoya (host of Spanish Aqui Presents, Inside the Disney Vault, & voice on Fox's Inside The Heart) joins us to

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01:10:44

Star Wars Ep. II - Attack of the Clones (w/ Mike...

Newcomers: Sports, with Nicole Byer and Lauren Lapkus ·

2020/03/03

Oh boy, this film was so bad that Nicole and Lauren are regretting doing this podcast. Mike Mitchell (Love, Doughboys podcast) joins us in an attempt to defend what is universally considered the worst prequel in Star Wars. They discuss the odd dialogue, lack of Jar Jar Binks, and questionable romance subplot. Plus, the girls fantasize about 69-ing the sexy Kaminoan alien race, Mike shares some pornographic Star Wars images, and breaks down how Star Wars fans are so divided. Check out Mike

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00:56:01

Star Wars Ep. I - The Phantom Menace (w/ Nick Wiger)

Newcomers: Sports, with Nicole Byer and Lauren Lapkus ·

2020/02/25

In a shocking turn of events, Nicole and Lauren are now Star Wars heads? Phantom Menace stan Nick Wiger (Doughboys, How Did This Get Played) joins them to recounts the historical hype for Ep. I, Liam Neeson's rumored huge dick, lightsaber continuity between trilogies, and their love/hate for the new CG look of the series. Plus, the girls rank the all Star Wars films they've seen so far. Be sure to check out Nick's other Headgum podcast - Doughboys. Like this show? Rate Newcomers 5-Stars on Apple

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01:02:33

Star Wars Fanfiction (w/ Madeline Walter)

Newcomers: Sports, with Nicole Byer and Lauren Lapkus ·

2020/02/18

Warning: this episode is very, very NSFW. Nicole and Lauren are joined by writer/improviser Madeline Walter (UCB, Brooklyn Nine-Nine) to discuss fanfiction, read some hot Star Wars stories, and share their own original fanfic writings. They also discuss Freddie Prinze Jr's recent public Star Wars rant, the popularity of sneaking sexuality in kids media, and the burning question - Can you use the Force to make someone cum? Next week, we review Star Wars Ep. I - The Phantom Menace. Sources For This

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00:54:32

Star Wars Ep. VI - Return of the Jedi (w/ Emily Yoshida)

Newcomers: Sports, with Nicole Byer and Lauren Lapkus ·

2020/02/11

Ok, Nicole and Lauren are fully ON BOARD! They loved this film and can't wait to get into it. Film critic/writer Emily Yoshida (Vulture, AVClub, The Verge, & host of the Night Call podcast) joins them to discuss their love for Ewoks, Carrie Fisher's visible coke nail, and all the surprising deaths in this film. Plus, the girls start writing ideas for their own Star Wars fan fiction. Emily Yoshida's Star Wars articles: All the CGI Characters in

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01:01:27

Star Wars Ep. V - The Empire Strikes Back (w/ Jon...

Newcomers: Sports, with Nicole Byer and Lauren Lapkus ·

2020/02/04

Does Vader's army know his face looks like a chewed up piece of gum? Why is Chewie always so stressed out? And, is this the best the series is going to get? The girls have questions, and Star Wars fan and #1 fuccboi Jon Gabrus (High & Mighty, ActionBoyz podcast) is here to answer. They also the discuss the best practical effects and worst special effects, the lack of romance, and and the rise of Lucas's production empire. While the girls warm up to the series, Gabrus has a few words for the

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02:07:04

Star Wars Ep. IV - A New Hope Watch-Along with Nicole...

Newcomers: Sports, with Nicole Byer and Lauren Lapkus ·

2020/01/28

This is a bonus episode with live reactions and commentary as Lauren and Nicole watch Star Wars Ep. IV - A New Hope for the very first time. You can sync up the film on Disney+ with us to watch along in real-time! If you'd like to skip to the film discussion, check out the first official episode where we sit down with John Gemberling (Big Mouth, Broad City) to breakdown what we just watched. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at

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01:03:23

Star Wars Ep. IV - A New Hope (w/ John Gemberling)

Newcomers: Sports, with Nicole Byer and Lauren Lapkus ·

2020/01/28

Oh boy. Lauren and Nicole have just watched their first Star Wars, and they have questions. Like, what's the devil doing in the Cantina? Is Chewbacca a pet? What was the motivation behind the alien in the trash compactor? Comedian and Star Wars fan John Gemberling (Big Mouth, Broad City) joins us to answer cultural importance of the original Star Wars series, the lore, characters, and convince the girls to keep on watching. Want to watch Star Wars Ep. IV in realtime with Nicole and Lauren? Check

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00:05:43

Nicole Byer and Lauren Lapkus are Watching Star Wars!...

Newcomers: Sports, with Nicole Byer and Lauren Lapkus ·

2020/01/10

Nicole and Lauren have never seen a Star Wars. In this new series, they will watch each series in theatrical order, and will be joined by comedian Star Wars fans to fill them in on 42 years of missed pop culture. In the trailer, they discuss why they never got into the series, what life has been like never having seen Star Wars, and have a realization that Star Wars is quite similar 90 Day Fiancé. Subscribe today and catch the first episode, launching 1/28! Series theme song by TOMI. See

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