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Book Wars Pod – Tosche Station

Star Wars, Geek Culture, and Power Converters

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Ep. 181: The Rock She Told You Not to Worry About

Book Wars Pod – Tosche Station ·

2025/06/16

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1:04:13

Ep. 181: The Rock She Told You Not to Worry About

Book Wars Pod – Tosche Station ·

2025/06/16

We’re continuing our discussion of Claudia Gray’s High Republic novel, The Fallen Star. What’s the best way to manage multiple space crises that will result in mass casualties? Why do the Jedi continue to underestimate the Nihil? Why is Stellan the worst?! Also, Kate yaps about the Titanic. For a list of Black-owned bookstores to […]

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Ep. 180: I’m Here, My Outfit Is Perfect, and I Saved...

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2025/06/07

We’re starting our read of The Fallen Star, a High Republic novel by Claudia Gray. Join us as we discuss Project Luminous’s full cast of characters, poor Jedi prioritization skills, and Marchion Ro’s most nefarious plan yet. Also, expect a ton of the requisite Stellan-bashing. For a list of Black-owned bookstores to order from, now […]

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1:07:29

Ep. 180: I’m Here, My Outfit Is Perfect, and I Saved...

Book Wars Pod – Tosche Station ·

2025/06/07

Thanks for listening!

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Ep. 179: Jedi Sabbatical

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2025/05/29

We’re finally back! After a long, unplanned hiatus, we’re reading Justina Ireland’s middle grade High Republic novel, Mission to Disaster. This week, we’re discussing the Jedi’s changing role in the Republic, autistic representation in Star Wars, and the grand GFFA tradition of absolutely destroying entire planets in one fell swoop. For a list of Black-owned […]

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Ep. 178: I’m a Bo-Kastan

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2025/05/29

We’re discussing the second half of Cavan Scott’s High Republic audio drama, Tempest Runner. Join us as we talk about the disconnect between the Republic’s carceral system and its intended goal of rehabilitation, a short history of the Nihil, and Pan Eyta, who was literally too angry to die long before Maul became a trash […]

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Ep. 177: Flubber Finger-Blasted Her Through the Roof

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2024/08/26

Join us as we discuss the first half of Cavan Scott’s High Republic audio drama, Tempest Runner. This time, we talk about criminal justice in the High Republic era, early Ryloth history, and Lourna Dee’s early years.

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Ep. 175: He’s Got the Grip Strength for a Knife

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2024/03/28

Ep. 175: He’s Got the Grip Strength for a KnifeWe’re finishing up our conversation about Justina Ireland’s Out of the Shadows. This time, we’re discussing complex mother-daughter relationships, especially regarding Chancey and Syl Yarrow; the Nihil’s loss of the Paths; and Vernestra’s approach to teaching. Plus: U-Hauling is canon in the GFFA. For a list […]

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Ep. 174: 0/10, Not Enough Cannibalism

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2024/03/11

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Book Wars Podcast Ep. 174: 0/10, Not Enough Cannibalism

Book Wars Pod – Tosche Station ·

2024/03/11

We’re continuing our discussion of Justina Ireland’s High Republic novel, Out of the Shadows! This time, we talk about the worldbuilding within this book and for this era of Star Wars, how the average galactic resident views the Jedi Order, and, as always, how much Stellan Gios sucks. For a list of black-owned bookstores to order from, […]

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Ep. 174: War Crime Gremlin Prequel Yoda

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2024/02/12

We’re back to books with Justina Ireland’s Out of the Shadows, a YA novel from Phase 1 of the High Republic. Join us as we geek out over hyperspace science, continue to question the role of the Jedi in the galaxy, and (lovingly) poke fun at the novel’s cast of hormonal space!teenagers. [episode summary] For a […]

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Bonus Ep. 40: We’re Grown-Ups Watching Star Wars

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2024/01/24

We’re talking about season 1 of Andor with Catrina Dennis (@ohcatrina) and @celestialintent! Join us as we discuss what this Disney+ series gets right–and wrong–about Latine representation, the prison industrial complex, and creating a different storytelling tone for the franchise. Also, we dunk on Timm. IMPORTANT: Our charity for this one is Adriana’s Classroom Amazon Wishlist. For a […]

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Book Wars Pod: Ep. 170: Weird Boomerang of Death

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2023/08/25

Join our continuing discussion of The Rising Storm by Cavan Scott! This time, we’re talking about different views of the Force and its purpose, Elzar Mann’s similarities to Anakin Skywalker, and some favorite character moments. For this book, our cause is The Prism Foundation . The Prism Foundation is dedicated to exploring critical issues that affect the Asian & […]

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Book Wars Pod Episode 169 – Chernobyl in a box

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2023/07/13

We’re continuing our discussion of The Rising Storm by Cavan Scott! Join us as we talk about galactic politics during the High Republic, tensions in Nihil leadership, and Stellan and Elzar being absolute knuckleheads. For this book, our cause is The Prism Foundation . The Prism Foundation is dedicated to exploring critical issues that affect the […]

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Book Wars Pod, Episode 168: Sad Boy Padawans

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2023/07/06

On this episode, we’re starting our discussion of The Rising Storm by Cavan Scott. What’s the state of the galaxy one year after the Great Disaster? How are the Jedi slowly transitioning into the Order we see in The Phantom Menace? What are the Nihil up to?! Also, we roast Elzar Mann. Charity for Rising Storm (Pride + […]

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Book Wars Pod, Episode 167: Famously Not Padmé’s Lover

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2023/05/19

This week on Book Wars Pod, we conclude our coverage of Queen’s Hope with special guests @candaceisageek of The Geeky Waffle and @ashjeffys of Rogue Podron. We consider Padmé’s role as a leader of the rebellion, tie-ins with other canon (and non-canon) media, and handmaiden zodiacs. For this book, we’re highlighting Transformations KC. Transformations KC is a […]

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Book Wars Pod, Episode 166: Spice girls and Palpatine

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2023/05/06

Join us as we continue our discussion of Queen’s Hope by EK Johnston! This episode, we talk about Neimoidian prejudice, Anakin’s turn to the Dark Side, and the uncanny likeness between Kate and a certain bird mechanic. For this book, we’re highlighting Transformations KC. Transformations KC is a trans people of color led organization focused on capacity […]

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Book Wars Pod, Episode 165: He’s a Bronx Raccoon

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2023/04/29

We’re starting our read of Queen’s Hope by EK Johnston, the final book in her trilogy focusing on Padmé Amidala. This week, we discuss gender representation in Star Wars, seeing a new side to Padmé’s character, and what it must be like to be married to a rabid raccoon in human form. For this book, we’re highlighting Transformations […]

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Book Wars Pod Episode 164: The Mirror Makes You Ugly

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2023/04/21

We’re wrapping up our discussion of Star Wars Visions: Ronin by Emma Mieko Candon! Join us as we talk about ethics in this alternate galaxy and why mirrors are scary. Plus, Chris gets dunked on regarding his close-reading skills. For this book, we’re highlighting Black & Pink National. Black & Pink National is a prison abolitionist organization […]

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Book Wars Pod, Episode 163: Maybe You Get to Hang Out...

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2023/04/06

Join our ongoing discussion of Emma Mieko Candon’s Star Wars Visions: Ronin! This time, we talk about the book’s twisty ending, the identity of the mysterious voice, and the highly visual writing style. For this book, we’re highlighting Black & Pink National. Black & Pink National is a prison abolitionist organization dedicated to abolishing the criminal […]

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