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Talking Bay 94: Star Wars Interviews

TALKING BAY 94 is the only Star Wars podcast solely devoted to interviews with the cast, crew and creators from a galaxy far, far away. Join host Brandon Wainerdi (huge DVD special feature dork), for a weekly deep dive into some never-before-heard stories from the set and Skywalker Ranch. From background aliens to some of the biggest stars in the universe, TALKING BAY 94 will be trying to talk to them all, every Wednesday.

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40:56

The Cast and Crew of LEGO STAR WARS: REBUILD THE...

Talking Bay 94: Star Wars Interviews ·

2025/09/25

Today is a very special roundtable interview with the cast and crew of LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy - Pieces of the Past, now streaming on Disney+ First up, we have Gaten Matarazzo, also known as Dustin from Stranger Things, and Tony Revolori, from Wes Anderson's The Grand Budapest Hotel, the most recent Spider-man movies, and the Willow TV show. Just incredible talents, and a really fun interview. Then we have Pieces of the Past's writers and showrunners, Dan Hernandez and Benji Samit

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48:26

Charles Soule Returns: A Journey into the End of The...

Talking Bay 94: Star Wars Interviews ·

2025/06/19

This is a very special sit-down interview with best-selling Star Wars author Charles Soule, going in-depth into the end of The High Republic and his latest novel, Trials of the Jedi ... all recorded live from his hotel lobby during Fan Expo Dallas last month. Charles and I first spoke back in 2023 at Star Wars Celebration London and a LOT has happened in the past two years. We try to cover as much as possible, but just a note: this episode WILL contain major spoilers about Trials, but I will have a

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01:19:00

Tony Gilroy, Alan Tudyk, and Margit Pfeiffer: LIVE...

Talking Bay 94: Star Wars Interviews ·

2025/06/12

Today is maybe the most insane episode of Talking Bay 94 ever: a jam-packed, three parter featuring my in-person, roundtable interviews with the cast and crew of ANDOR … live from Lucasfilm headquarters in San Francisco. Hear from Tony Gilroy (Showrunner), Alan Tudyk (K-2SO), and Margit Pfeiffer (Supervising Sound Editor). Needless to say, this was potentially one of the greatest experiences of my life. I am joined in these conversational roundtables by Charlotte and Caitlin from Skytalkers and Brad

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42:43

Dan Zehr, Amy Ratcliffe, and Megan Crouse: The...

Talking Bay 94: Star Wars Interviews ·

2025/05/28

Today is part two of my interview with my co-authors on the recent Star Wars Encyclopedia from DK. Today’s episode is with Dan Zehr, Amy Ratcliffe (returning!), and Megan Crouse. I am so lucky that my first official Star Wars book involved working alongside these super talented and super kind people, and it is my honor to bring you their stories! Dan Zehr's Website: www.coffeewithkenobi.com Amy Ratcliffe's Website: www.amyratcliffe.com Let's Talk About Writing Non-Fiction IP Megan Crouse's

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36:46

Amy Richau, Kelly Knox, and Dan Brooks: The Authors...

Talking Bay 94: Star Wars Interviews ·

2025/05/21

This is part one of my interview with my fellow co-authors on the recent Star Wars Encyclopedia from DK. Today’s episode is with Amy Richau, Kelly Knox and Dan Brooks, while next week will focus on the rest of the talented team! I am so lucky that my first official Star Wars book involved working alongside these super talented and super kind people, and it is my honor to bring you their stories! So, thank you so much to Amy, Kelly, and Dan for their time and advice, both for me over the past few

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14:08

Marti Matulis: Vane from THE MANDALORIAN and SKELETON...

Talking Bay 94: Star Wars Interviews ·

2025/05/14

Today is my interview with Marti Matulis, the creature performer and actor who portrayed Vane in The Mandalorian and Skeleton Crew, live from the hallways of Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025. Marti was so great to talk with and has so much passion and energy for both his profession and for the Star Wars galaxy. It was such a thrill to talk with him, and a highlight of my trip to Tokyo. I hope you enjoy this short conversation as much as I did! So, thank you so much to Marti for being so generous

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55:18

Rob Coleman: LIVE from Star Wars Celebration 2025

Talking Bay 94: Star Wars Interviews ·

2025/05/07

Today is my interview with the legendary ILM animation director Rob Coleman, live from Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025. This is the recording of the official TB94 panel on the Holonet News Stage, which occurred on Saturday morning of Celebration. Mr. Coleman has topped my list for potential interview subjects for years now, so this was a real dream come true. This being a live conversation, there are some audio issues, but I was genuinely moved to tears several times, and I hope you are equally

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56:06

Fon Davis: Prequel Trilogy Model Maker and BattleBots...

Talking Bay 94: Star Wars Interviews ·

2025/03/19

Today is an interview with the incredibly talented model maker and visual effects artist, Fon Davis. My wife and I took Fon and his girlfriend out for some Texas BBQ (LeRoy and Lewis, please sponsor the show) while they were in Austin for South by Southwest ... and then we sat around with a beer or two and chatted all about Fon’s time working on the Special Editions and the prequel trilogy while at Industrial Light & Magic. I hope you enjoy this conversation … it’s really a blast, and Fon is such a

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16:59

Rest in Peace: Angus MacInnes (1947 - 2024)

Talking Bay 94: Star Wars Interviews ·

2024/12/30

It has now been reported that Canadian actor Angus MacInnes passed away just before Christmas. Known to Star Wars fans as Gold Leader ("Dutch Vander") in the original film, Mr. MacInnes was a world-class actor with parts in Eyes Wide Shut, Rollerball, and so many other iconic films. I am re-publishing our live interview from 2019, which briefly showcases his warmth, passion, and love for acting. Take a listen. Rest in peace, Mr. MacInness.

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18:44

Nathan Hamill: Artist, Naboo Citizen, and Resistance...

Talking Bay 94: Star Wars Interviews ·

2024/12/18

Today is an interview with extremely talented artist, Naboo citizen and Resistance soldier, Nathan Hamill. This is such a fun conversation about art and inspiration, as well as, of course, Star Wars cameos. We are then joined by Nathan’s co-author Eric Filipkowski to talk about their new book collecting their comic strip, Two Dumb Dinos. A fun interview right in time for the holidays, come hang out. Thank you so much again to Nathan, as well as Eric, for coming on and talking shop with me. Two Dumb

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01:42:58

Dr. David West Reynolds: The Real Life Indiana Jones

Talking Bay 94: Star Wars Interviews ·

2024/12/11

Today is an interview with the legendary Dr. David West Reynolds. This is such an incredible conversation, delving into Dr. Reynold’s iconic film archaeology work in Tunisia, as well as the creation of the original DK Visual Dictionaries, The Phantom Menace teaser trailer, and so much more. It’s a real thrill of an episode for me. So thank you so much again to Dr. Reynolds for taking the time to tell his stories and impart incredible advice. His kickstarter for Chasing Raiders is live until December

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45:52

Steven Barnes: Author of THE CESTUS DECEPTION and...

Talking Bay 94: Star Wars Interviews ·

2024/10/16

Today is an interview with the closest I have ever gotten to a real life Jedi: best-selling author Steven Barnes. In addition to an incredible amount of science fiction books and stories, Star Wars fans will know Mr. Barnes best as the author of 2004’s Star Wars: The Cestus Deception novel and now, 20 years later, this week’s Mace Windu: The Glass Abyss. Thank you so much again to Mr. Barnes for taking the time to impart such passion, wisdom, and inspiration in such a short time. Really just

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08:47

Ahmed Best: The Man Behind Jar Jar Binks

Talking Bay 94: Star Wars Interviews ·

2024/10/09

Today is an interview I have wanted to record since I was 8 years old – the incredibly talented Ahmed Best. He, of course, played Jar Jar Binks beginning with Star Wars: Episode I - The Phantom Menace, as well as Jedi Master Kelleran Beq beginning with Star Wars: Jedi Temple Challenge and most recently in Star Wars: The Mandalorian. He changed movie-making forever, and is currently working to change the rest of the world too. This was recorded live at this summer’s Rebel Scum Con and was a true

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22:53

Michonne Bourriague, Nalini Krishan, and Amy Allen:...

Talking Bay 94: Star Wars Interviews ·

2024/10/02

Today is a very special three part episode, recorded live at this summer’s Rebel Scum Con … I interviewed three different talented actresses from the prequel trilogy: Michonne Bourriague who played Aurra Sing in The Phantom Menace, Nalini Krishan who played Barriss Offee in Attack of the Clones, and Amy Allen who played Aayla Secura in both Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith. This is such a blast of an episode … I am such a fan of all three of these very talented, very kind people and it

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11:31

Misty Rosas Returns: Frog Lady (and Much More) in THE...

Talking Bay 94: Star Wars Interviews ·

2024/09/18

Today marks the return of the great Misty Rosas, incredibly talented performance artist behind Kuiil and Frog Lady, as well as the Ugnaught First Mate “Smee” and the Snaggletooth Bartender in all three seasons of The Mandalorian. There is so much to catch up on since the last time “she has spoken” on this show … way back on Episode 84. Misty is always such a joy to talk with. She is such an inspiration, and embodies so many of my favorite characters in The Mandalorian. Make sure you are following

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Thaine Morris: The Man Who Blew Up the Death Star II

Talking Bay 94: Star Wars Interviews ·

2024/08/28

Today is a rare conversation with Thaine Morris, an Oscar-nominated special effects artist, who worked as a pyrotechnician blowing up many many things on many many movies, including The Empire Strikes Back, Raiders of the Lost Ark, and Return of the Jedi. This was recorded live at this summer’s REBEL SCUM CON, and is full of great stories of Mr. Morris’ time working in a galaxy far, far away. Mr. Morris was such a good sport and chatted all about his incredible, indelible work. He is a true artist,

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John Morton: Luke's Co-Pilot Dak and Bespin Boba Fett

Talking Bay 94: Star Wars Interviews ·

2024/08/21

Today is my conversation with the incredibly kind John Morton, who appeared as both Luke Skywalker’s Battle of Hoth co-pilot, Dak Ralter, and Boba Fett on Bespin, in Star Wars: Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back. This was recorded live at this summer’s Rebel Scum Con, and is full of great stories of Mr. Morton’s time in Star Wars, as well as The Shining. It is always such an honor to talk with these Original Trilogy legends, and especially a man behind the mando mask. A ton more episodes from Rebel

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14:44

Dee Bradley Baker: The Legendary Voice of Nubs, the...

Talking Bay 94: Star Wars Interviews ·

2024/08/14

Today's quick episode is a roundtable conversation with the legendary voice actor Dee Bradley Baker. He is best known, of course, for his incredible work as the voice of the clones in many animation projects (including Star Wars: The Bad Batch), as well as now Nubs in Star Wars: Young Jedi Adventures. Lucasfilm brought several fan creators together to ask him all sorts of questions, in the lead-up to the premiere of Young Jedi Adventures: Season 2 ... including me! Other panelists included: Full of

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01:04:25

C. Andrew Nelson: The Man Behind Darth Vader (and the...

Talking Bay 94: Star Wars Interviews ·

2024/05/15

Today is my conversation with C. Andrew Nelson, who has portrayed Darth Vader 70 times for various Lucasfilm appearances, including video games and the Star Wars Special Editions. He also is a talented visual effects artist, with a long career at LucasArts and then at ILM for the first two prequels. This episode is sponsored by Rebel Scum Con, which is a Star Wars focused show in the DFW area happening in late June. Andrew is one of the many great guests that are scheduled to attend the convention,

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01:12:39

Warren Fu: Prequel Concept Artist and Designer of...

Talking Bay 94: Star Wars Interviews ·

2024/04/17

Today is my conversation with legendary prequel concept artist, Warren Fu, live from South by Southwest 2024. We dive into Warren’s incredible contributions to these movies, including MagnaGuards, The High Republic's vector ships, and, of course, General Grievous. From there, we take a deep dive into his wildly prolific music video career, and especially his work with Daft Punk. This is such an incredible conversation and may truly be my favorite interview yet. Thank you so much again to Warren for

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