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Psyber-Conversations

This show is about movies, but it’s really about conversation. We dig into films we love, films we argue about, and films that land differently depending on who’s watching. We compare opinions, challenge each other, and disagree without turning it into a fight. Liking different things doesn’t make anyone wrong, it just makes the conversation better. If you enjoy thoughtful debate, strong opinions, and the idea that fandom should bring people together instead of pushing them apart, you’re in the

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Episode 28 - Star Wars Episode 9: The Rise of...

Psyber-Conversations ·

2025/08/04

Welcome to Psyber-Conversations. Today, we are continuing our discussion of The Rise of Skywalker, discussing topics such as the development of the friendship between Rey, Poe, and Finn, Rey's training, and J.J. Abrams's approach to the material. Please click like and subscribe. Enjoy the show!

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54:36

Episode 27 - Star Wars Episode 9: The Rise of...

Psyber-Conversations ·

2025/07/28

Welcome to Psyber-Conversations! Today, Vern and Josh begin their conversation about the Rise of Skywalker. We had a great time dissecting this movie, despite our vast differences of opinions. We explored what went on behind the scenes, why J.J. Abrams was brought back, and some of the plot holes and missed opportunities. We also discussed our different views on how we rate movies, personally. Please click on like and subscribe and enjoy the show!

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Episode 26 - Star Wars Episode 8: The Last Jedi Part 6

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2025/07/21

Welcome to Psyber-Conversations! Today, we finally finish talking about The Last Jedi. Some of the topics we speak of is Han's dice, Luke's battle with Kylo Ren, and the implications of the child at the end of the movie having a connection to the Force. This conversation did cause us to raise our voices several times, but we were still able to disagree respectfully. We conceded several different points about the other's point of view. Both us felt like we learned something about the movie and both

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Episode 25 - Star Wars Episode 8: The Last Jedi Part 5

Psyber-Conversations ·

2025/07/14

Welcome to Psyber-Conversations! Today, we are still talking about The Last Jedi, bringing up topics such as the Rey's taking of the ancient Jedi texts, Kylo Ren's hesitation at firing on his mother's ship, and the design and battle of the planet Krait. This conversation did cause us to raise our voices several times, but we were still able to disagree respectfully. We conceded several different points about the other's point of view. Both us felt like we learned something about the movie and both

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Episode 24 - Star Wars Episode 8: The Last Jedi Part 4

Psyber-Conversations ·

2025/07/07

Welcome to Psyber-Conversations! Today, we are still talking about The Last Jedi, bringing up topics such as the Holdo Maneuver, the death of Snoke, Leia's reappearance, and the demise of Captain Phasma. This conversation did cause us to raise our voices several times, but we were still able to disagree respectfully. We conceded several different points about the other's point of view. Both us felt like we learned something about the movie and both of us brought up thoughtful points which we hadn't

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Episode 23 - Star Wars Episode 8: The Last Jedi Part 3

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2025/06/30

Welcome to Psyber-Conversations! Today, we continue one of our most difficult discussions. We are still talking about The Last Jedi, bringing up topics such as the Leia's floating through space, the death of Admiral Ackbar (to the surprise and consternation of Vern), the casino of Canto Bight, and the destruction of the sacred Jedi texts. While this conversation did cause us to raise our voices several times, the heart of this show, one of being able to disagree respectfully without being attacked,

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Episode 22 - Star Wars Episode 8: The Last Jedi Part 2

Psyber-Conversations ·

2025/06/23

Welcome to Psyber-Conversations! Today, Josh and Vern continue talking about The Last Jedi. This discussion was one of our most difficult, bringing up topics such as the porgs versus the green milk, Holdo as an unlikeable character, and what Rian Johnson's intentions may have been. While this conversation did cause us to raise our voices several times, the heart of this show, one of being able to disagree respectfully without being attacked, remains intact. Both us felt like we learned something

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Episode 21 - Star Wars Episode 8: The Last Jedi Part 1

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2025/06/16

Welcome to Psyber-Conversations! Today, Josh and Vern begin talking about the most controversial movie in the Star Wars saga, The Last Jedi. This discussion was one of our most difficult, bringing up topics such as Rian Johnson's approach to both fans and the movies, the bombing run on the Star Destroyer Fulminatrix, and the introduction of Rose Tico and Vice Admiral Holdo. While this conversation did cause us to raise our voices several times, the heart of this show, one of being able to disagree

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Episode 20 - Star Wars Episode 7: The Force Awakens...

Psyber-Conversations ·

2025/06/09

Welcome to Psyber-Conversations. Today, we conclude our discussion of The Force Awakens, speaking on topics such as Harrison Ford's personality, the final fight between Kylo Ren and Finn and Rey, and J. J. Abrams career. Please like and subscribe and enjoy the show!

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Episode 19 - Star Wars Episode 7: The Force Awakens...

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2025/06/02

Welcome to Psyber-Conversations. Today, Josh and Vern continue their discussion of The Force Awakens, speaking about topics such as Maz Kanata, the introduction of the Resistance, and Rey's abilities and whether or not she should be considered a "Mary Sue". Please like and subscribe and feel free to leave us comments. Enjoy the show!

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Episode 18 - Star Wars Episode 7: The Force Awakens...

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2025/05/26

Welcome to Psyber-Conversations. Today, Josh and Vern continue their discussion on the Force Awakens, discussing such topics as the First Order Rally, Rey's introduction and character, and the First Order characters of General Hux, Captain Phasma, and Supreme Leader Snoke. We also talk briefly about the fan-made video about the architect who designed the original Death Star, from before Rogue One was made, which can be found here: https://youtu.be/agcRwGDKulw?si=X6JRRaOch5FH_6JoWe hope you enjoy

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Episode 17 - Star Wars Episode 7: The Force Awakens...

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2025/05/19

Welcome to Psyber-Conversations, where it's okay to agree to disagree. Today, Josh and Vern begin their discussion of The Force Awakens, the first movie in the sequel trilogy. They discuss some of their thoughts on what Disney and J.J. Abrams were trying to do and if there was a plan in place when they started. They also discuss the use of the new characters introduced, including Poe Dameron, Rey, Finn, and BB-8. We hope you enjoy the show!

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Epidode 16 - Star Wars Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith...

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2025/05/05

Today, we are concluding our discussion of Revenge of the Sith, from Order 66 through to the end of the movie. We spoke about topics such as the portrayal of the Jedi massacre, the beginnings of the Empire, and whether Obi-Wan really had such an advantage with the high ground. Please note that there is a possibility we will not have an episode out next week, as Josh is moving to a new house. If we do have to skip that week, we will be returning the following Monday at the usual time.

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Episode 15 - Star Wars Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith...

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2025/04/28

Today, we continue our discussion of Revenge of the Sith from the opera scene to Anakin's turn to the dark side. We talked about various different points about the movie, including whether this should have been split into two movies and if Anakin and Darth Vader should be considered two separate people, the backstory of General Grievous, and the first appearance of the Wookie planet, Kashyyyk. Enjoy the show!

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Episode 14 - Star Wars Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith...

Psyber-Conversations ·

2025/04/21

Today, Josh and Vern begin their discussion of Revenge of the Sith, bringing up topics such as why people preferred this movie to the previous two prequels, their thoughts on the space battle above Coruscant, the lightsaber fight against Count Dooku, and the Jedi Council's treatment of Anakin. We hope you enjoy the show!

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Episode 13 - Star Wars Episode 2: Attack of the...

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2025/04/14

Welcome to Psyber-Conversations. Today, Josh and Vern finish discussing Attack of the Clones, speaking on topics such as Padme's strategically ripped shirt, Christopher Lee as Dooku, the lighting effects of the lightsaber fight between Anakin and Dooku, and Yoda's approach to fighting. Enjoy the show!

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Episode 12 - Star Wars Episode 2: Attack of the...

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2025/04/07

Today, Josh and Vern continue their discussion of Attack of the Clones. Please like and subscribe. And feel free to leave us a comment; we would love to hear from you. Thanks everyone!

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Episode 11 - Star Wars Episode 2: Attack of the...

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2025/03/31

Today, we're continuing our discussion of Star Wars Episode 2: Attack of the Clones.I did some research for some of the questions we had in this discussion. First of all, I found a plethora of articles about some of the scripts Carrie Fisher worked on, and there are a lot of them. I am attaching one article, but this is just one of many about her career as a script doctor: https://screenrant.com/carrie-fisher-script-doctor-movies/. Also, we mentioned what a missed opportunity it was that George

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Episode 10 - Star Wars Episode 2: Attack of the...

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2025/03/24

Today, we begin our discussion of Attack of the Clones, breaking down what we liked and disliked about the movie. We also discuss some of what may be breaking the fandom apart. Enjoy the show and please like and subscribe!

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Episode 9 - Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace...

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2025/03/17

Welcome to Psyber-Conversations! Josh and Vern finish their discussion of Star Wars Episode 1: The Phantom Menace. Because we mentioned it in the show, I want to post the link to Auralnauts: https://www.youtube.com/@Auralnauts

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