Star Wars Escape Pod

58:10

Cantina Banter #11 | Blake visits the Lucas Museum of...

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2026/10/05

Another Cantina Banter this week! Nice and chill the way we like it. Turns out Blake went to visit the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art recently and we had some questions about the facility. Funded entirely by George Lucas at a cost of $1 to $1.5 billion, the massive five-story building spans over 300,000 square feet and features extensive galleries, theaters, a research library, and gardens. Blake shares details about the exhibits, including the "Star Wars In Motion" collection featuring screen-used

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109:54

Zero Company Spoiler-Free Review | XCOM For Star...

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2026/09/28

Zero Company chat is not over here! Wait for our spoiler-centric review coming later once we've all finished the game! Although by the time this podcast drops we may have in fact finished it. In the meantime, our friends AJ, and Reid both return to Star Wars Escape Pod for a chat on the game, both AJ and Reid have been around for our reviews in the past for both books and games alike so here we are once again! Thank you again to them for joining us. Despite our praise and critiques of the game I

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103:02

Star Wars Unlimited (Special Guest Aaron)

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2026/09/21

This week we had our special guest Aaron on to chat all about Star Wars Unlimited! The TCG taking the fandom by storm these days. The card game from FFG has been out since March 8 2024 with Spark of Rebellion leading the way. Aaron has been deep into the game for quite some time, works as a judge for local events, and plays the game with passion. We had the privilege of not only hanging out this evening with him for a chat but he also followed up the recording with a game of Twin Suns so we could

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46:45

7 Years of Star Wars Escape Pod! It's Not Goodbye...

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2026/08/31

We all love talking about Star Wars. Here on the podcast our group REALLY loves talking about Star Wars. After seven years of making many hours of content for YOU and so many other Star Wars fans out there, we are proud to say (not including this episode) the podcast episodes total at: 508 hours, 5 minutes and 2 seconds. It would take 509 C60 cassettes, 332 C90 cassettes, 412 CDs, or 14820 floppy disks to hold all the audio. That's a LOT of free Star Wars content made by fans - FOR fans. For you our

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50:10

Bogans Advocate #10 | Solo: A Star Wars Story

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2026/08/10

In this episode, we dive into another edition of "Bogan's Advocate" to take a hard look at Solo: A Star Wars Story. To keep things interesting, we split the crew 50-50 to argue positions completely opposite of how we actually feel. On the positive side, we give credit where it's due: the movie's gritty, classic Star Wars atmosphere, Bradford Young's dynamic cinematography, Donald Glover’s incredibly charismatic turn as Lando, and the high-stakes tension of sequence highlights like the Kessel Run

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58:11

Bogans Advocate #9 | Rogue One: A Star Wars Story

Star Wars Escape Pod ·

2026/07/21

"Rogue... Rogue One!". The legendary Star Wars movie pitched by John Knoll directed by Gareth Edwards and brought to the big screen in December of 2016. Today we do yet another very challenging thing, we play Bogan's Advocate. Now we all love this movie so there's going to be some gripes here today but that's the game son! Along with a few tid bits of star wars news and chat, join the crew and have a great time listening to them struggle on this new episode of Bogan's Advocate.See you on the other

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76:05

Escape Pod Reassembled: The Full Crew Returns for...

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2026/07/13

Grab a drink (it's tradition!) and buckle into the escape pod, because the crew — Josh, Blake, Darian, Bryce, and Kirk blasting in "from down under" — is back after way too long apart for a jam-packed episode of Star Wars Escape Pod. We kick things off previewing the horror-tinged fan short Dead Echo: Tales from the 501st, dish out "Pablo points and poodoos" for the returning crew regarding The Mandalorian and Grogu, and swap "merch moments" ranging from a mysterious Japanese Empire Strikes Back

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57:08

Cantina Banter #10 | Kathy's Final Word to Star Wars...

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2026/07/06

This week we dive into the final issue of Star Wars Insider, an interview inside this issue from Kathleen Kennedy herself with a message to Star Wars Fans and readers of Insider. Along with that, we offer some casual banter right here as usual in the Cantina, lets get into it! Check out the Star Wars Archives link in our description for a database of all 400+ episodes! Orbitkey Disney Collection Add a sprinkle of Disney magic to your everyday carry. The Disney x Orbitkey Collection features fun,

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52:07

Goodbye to Star Wars Insider | 10 Years of Rogue One...

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2026/06/08

After more than 200 issues, Star Wars Insider will end its current run in 2026.The official Star Wars magazine first launched under the Insider moniker in 1994, part of an evolution that began with the Lucasfilm Fan Club Magazine. This week we take a quiet dive into some of the highlights of the final two Star Wars Insider magazines. In issue 236 we explore 10 years of Rogue One. In issue 237 we take a trip down memory lane with Shadows of the Empire turning 30 years old, explore kind comments

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83:35

Master of Evil | Book Review | What Happened RIGHT...

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2026/06/02

Join Josh, Blake, Dr. Steve, and Matt this week for a deep dive into Master of Evil! Written by Adam Christopher, this Star Wars novel explores a young Darth Vader in his dark prime, told through the eyes of Imperial Royal Guard Halland Goth. Check out our other book reviews here! Dr Steve Ellerhoffs Podcast! May The Force Be With Jung Buy the book! https://www.amazon.ca/Jung-Star-Wars-Contemporary-Mythology/dp/1041033524 Check out the Star Wars Archives link in our description for a database of

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77:15

The Mandalorian and Grogu | Spoiler Review | Star...

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2026/05/25

Six years, five months, and a whole lot of anticipation have finally led to this moment. The Mandalorian and Grogu has officially arrived in theaters, and the Star Wars Escape Pod team is analyzing our first watch. In this episode, we go deep into spoiler territory to explore the critical narrative shift from the small screen to the silver screen, breaking down executive producer Jon Favreau's choices and mapping out where the franchise heads next with future films. Was the plot line too safe? Did

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83:07

Maul: Shadow Lord (Aftershow) #5 | Strange Allies &...

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2026/05/11

In this final after-show episode of the Star Wars Escape Pod podcast, we dive into the dramatic conclusion of Maul: Shadow Lord. We celebrate becoming founding members of the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art and successfully score tickets for next year's Star Wars Celebration—despite the chaotic online queue. As we dive deep into Shadow Lord, we analyze the "scary again" version of Darth Vader, comparing his relentless, silent killing-machine persona to horror icon Jason Voorhees, while debating the

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74:55

Maul: Shadow Lord (Aftershow) #2 | Whispers in the...

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2026/04/20

In this episode of the Star Wars Escape Pod, the crew dives into the shadow-filled world of Maul: Shadow Lord as we recap the latest two chapters, "Whispers in the Unknown" and "Pride and Vengeance". Join us break down the psychological mind games between a seasoned, wiser Maul and the runaway Padawan, Devon, including a tense tea ceremony that proves the former Sith apprentice has traded some of his animalistic rage for refined manipulation.But before we chat about our favorite Zabrak, take a

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71:18

Maul: Shadow Lord (Aftershow) #1 | The Dark Revenge &...

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2026/04/13

This week, we launch a brand-new Aftershow dedicated to the thrilling animated successor to The Clone Wars and the ongoing saga of Maul: Shadow Lord! We’re breaking down the first two episodes of Season 1, diving deep into the dark world of Janix and the standout characters that caught our eye. Plus, we’re serving up a hot cup of Star Wars news: is Lucasfilm really sidelining Mara Jade? We discuss what those rumors could mean for the future. Finally, we open another mysterious chapter from Anakin’s

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70:15

Bogans Advocate #9 | The Rise of Skywalker |...

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2026/04/06

Join the crew of the Star Wars Escape Pod as they reach an epic conclusion of the "Bogan’s Advocate" series. In this final installment covering the Skywalker Saga, the hosts and special guest Dr. Steve Ellerhoff take on the challenge of debating the franchise's most divisive entry: The Rise of Skywalker.Following the unique "Bogan's Advocate" format, the participants must argue against their own personal opinions. For those who disliked the film’s creative choices—such as the controversial return

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83:06

Bogans Advocate #8 | The Last Jedi | Defending the...

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2026/03/30

Prepare for a chat about the most polarizing chapter of the sequel trilogy with the Star Wars Escape Pod’s "Bogan’s Advocate" session for The Last Jedi. In this episode, the crew tackles the subversion of expectations head-on, from the startling introduction of a disillusioned Luke Skywalker to the "no-twist" revelation of Rey’s parentage. While the crew marvels at the film's top-tier cinematography and striking use of red in the Snoke's throne room duel, they don't hold back on the pacing issues of

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62:23

Bogans Advocate #6 | Return of the Jedi

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2026/03/09

In this episode of the Star Wars Escape Pod podcast, Josh and the crew dive into the "Bogan's Advocate" segment to take an honest, critical look at Return of the Jedi. A massive 85-foot Lego Venator project intrugues us this week, and a breakdown of the Mandalorian and Grogu Super Bowl teaser! The heart of our episode this week features a deep dive into fan-favorite controversies, including the "Yub Nub" versus "Celebration Finale" ending , Boba Fett’s unceremonious exit , and whether the deleted

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48:14

Bogans Advocate #3 | Revenge of the Sith | Force...

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2026/02/16

Welcome back to the Star Wars Escape Pod! In this installment of our "Bogan’s Advocate" series, we dive deep into the final chapter of the prequel trilogy: Revenge of the Sith. The rules of the game remain the same—we challenge our own perspectives by finding things to love in movies we might dislike, or offering "friendly criticism" of the films we absolutely adore. Before we get into the main event, Blake shares a mini-review of his recent journey through Force Collector, a junior novel set

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67:39

Steve Ellerhoff (Phd) Returns! (Special Guest) | A...

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2026/02/06

Get ready to jump into the escape pod for a stellar celebration! In this high-energy episode of the Star Wars Escape Pod, hosts Josh, Blake, and Bryce ring in Star Wars Podcast Day 2026. Joining the crew is the brilliant Dr. Steve Ellerhoff, author of Jung and Star Wars: A Contemporary Mythology, who brings a wonderful perspective as we look at the mythology from a Jung lens. From the nostalgic "artifact" of old Star Wars Insider advertisements and the rising cost of lightsaber collectibles to a

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45:46

Bogans Advocate #2 | Attack of the Clones | Maul:...

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2026/02/02

Hold onto your lekku, because this week we’re abandoning ship and diving straight into the Dark Side.First up, we’re dissecting the brand-new trailer for Maul: Shadow Lord. Is Disney finally growing a pair and giving us a true villain protagonist, or are they just going to "Cruella-fy" our favorite horn-headed Sith? We’re breaking down Maul’s mysterious new "Acolyte" (could it be a canonized Darth Talon?), the "Inquisitor-lite" vibes of the new visual style, and why this show might finally bridge

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