Star Wars Escape Pod

In this edition of Cantina Banter, the crew gathers to break down the massive news shaking up the galaxy: Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down from her role at Lucasfilm. We dive deep into what this transition means for the franchise, speculating on how the studio might pivot under new creative leadership and the watchful eye of Dave Filoni. While we have already released a quick Lightspeed episode and a Star Wars Launchpad update covering the breaking headlines, join us here for the full, unfiltered conversation as we debate the legacy of the current era and what lies ahead! 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, functional accessories inspired by Disney characters, designed to make staying organised feel like magic. https://www.orbitkey.com/pages/disney?srsltid=AfmBOorl0UJrj6Skr7fWecL5ZzpxJ6tt757WShCMY3XcCGsLaXPwzBUw Kirk is on YouTube: @kirkmihelakos https://www.youtube.com/designedbykirk Darian is on YouTube: @TheManDarian https://www.youtube.com/@TheManDarian ———————————————————————— Star Wars Escape Pod 🖥️ Website: https://starwarspodcast.ca 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast 🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social 📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast 📧 Email us or voice messages to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com 🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vRiF_icUbgNiufSItYBMLCdXc2dPtlQPHrNeDcEHmHS6z0yFduND-BLC_3czuY-YY6kpNtRM1uMppts/pubhtml Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad? https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5 Found on any platform in the galaxy!

As Kathleen Kennedy steps down from Lucasfilm leadership to return to producing, Dave Filoni will lead the studio as President and Chief Creative Officer alongside Lynwen Brennan as Co-President. Lucasfilm announced today that after 14 years of leading the studio, President Kathleen Kennedy is stepping down from her role. Kennedy will return to full-time producing, including the studio’s upcoming feature films The Mandalorian and Grogu and Star Wars: Starfighter.  https://www.starwars.com/news/lucasfilm-leadership Orbitkey Disney Collection Add a sprinkle of Disney magic to your everyday carry. The Disney x Orbitkey Collection features fun, functional accessories inspired by Disney characters, designed to make staying organised feel like magic. https://www.orbitkey.com/pages/disney?srsltid=AfmBOorl0UJrj6Skr7fWecL5ZzpxJ6tt757WShCMY3XcCGsLaXPwzBUw Kirk is on YouTube: @kirkmihelakos https://www.youtube.com/designedbykirk Darian is on YouTube: @TheManDarian https://www.youtube.com/@TheManDarian ———————————————————————— Star Wars Escape Pod 🖥️ Website: https://starwarspodcast.ca 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast 🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social 📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast 📧 Email us or voice messages to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com 🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vRiF_icUbgNiufSItYBMLCdXc2dPtlQPHrNeDcEHmHS6z0yFduND-BLC_3czuY-YY6kpNtRM1uMppts/pubhtml Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad? https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5 Found on any platform in the galaxy!   

Kick off the new year with a casual night in the galaxy's favorite hangout! In this episode of our Cantina Banter sub-series, host Josh is joined by Blake and Darian for a chill, wide-ranging discussion on all things Star Wars as we head into 2026. In this episode, we dive into: - A New Era of Cinema: Looking ahead to 2026, the year that finally brings Star Wars back to the big screen after a long theatrical hiatus. - Retro Gaming Deep Dive: We take a nostalgic trip back to the "janky" but beloved era of 2000s gaming, discussing the Bounty Hunter relaunch, the rushed brilliance of KOTOR 2, and the latest rumors surrounding the Knights of the Old Republic remake.  - The State of the Fandom: From the bittersweet end of physical Star Wars Insider magazines to Warwick Davis's honorary knighthood, we cover the latest headlines affecting the community. - Film & Theory: A deep dive into filmmaking styles, featuring a spirited debate on Rian Johnson's The Last Jedi and speculation on the future of the franchise-including the Dawn of the Jedi project and the mysterious Shadow Lord Maul storyline. Recent Recaps: We touch on our Andor Season 2 After Show, the Al experiment Star Wars Launchpad, and merchandise highlights from Orbit Key. دی Whether you're here for the technical talk on first-person vs. third-person shooters or just want to hear some "daily bread" Star Wars conversation, grab a drink and join the banter. 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, functional accessories inspired by Disney characters, designed to make staying organised feel like magic. https://www.orbitkey.com/pages/disney?srsltid=AfmBOorl0UJrj6Skr7fWecL5ZzpxJ6tt757WShCMY3XcCGsLaXPwzBUw Kirk is on YouTube: @kirkmihelakos https://www.youtube.com/designedbykirk Darian is on YouTube: @TheManDarian https://www.youtube.com/@TheManDarian ———————————————————————— Star Wars Escape Pod 🖥️ Website: https://starwarspodcast.ca 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast 🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social 📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast 📧 Email us or voice messages to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com 🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vRiF_icUbgNiufSItYBMLCdXc2dPtlQPHrNeDcEHmHS6z0yFduND-BLC_3czuY-YY6kpNtRM1uMppts/pubhtml Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad? https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5 Found on any platform in the galaxy!  

In the final episode of 2025, the crew of Star Wars Escape Pod celebrate a milestone year that saw the show reach its sixth anniversary and surpass 400 episodes. We dive into a comprehensive "Year in Review," reflecting on the 20th-anniversary theatrical re-release of Revenge of the Sith and the high-stakes conclusion of Andor’s second season. Between discussing their favorite new collectibles—from Galaxy’s Edge finds to the latest helmet releases—the team reviews a busy year of television, including Skeleton Crew, Tales of the Underworld, and the LEGO special Rebuild the Galaxy. Looking to the future, we weigh in on the excitement surrounding the Mandalorian and Grogu trailer and the announcement of Sean Levy’s star-studded Starfighter film. It is a festive look back at everything that made 2025 a massive year for Star Wars fans. Stay tuned for a Christmas Jingle! STAR WARS BEST OF 2025 https://www.starwars.com/news/star-wars-best-of-2025 Orbitkey Disney Collection Add a sprinkle of Disney magic to your everyday carry. The Disney x Orbitkey Collection features fun, functional accessories inspired by Disney characters, designed to make staying organised feel like magic. https://www.orbitkey.com/pages/disney?srsltid=AfmBOorl0UJrj6Skr7fWecL5ZzpxJ6tt757WShCMY3XcCGsLaXPwzBUw Kirk is on YouTube: @kirkmihelakos https://www.youtube.com/designedbykirk Darian is on YouTube: @TheManDarian https://www.youtube.com/@TheManDarian ———————————————————————— Star Wars Escape Pod 🖥️ Website: https://starwarspodcast.ca 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast 🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social 📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast 📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com 🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vRiF_icUbgNiufSItYBMLCdXc2dPtlQPHrNeDcEHmHS6z0yFduND-BLC_3czuY-YY6kpNtRM1uMppts/pubhtml   Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad? https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5 Found on any platform in the galaxy!

In this packed episode of the Star Wars Escape Pod, hosts Josh and Kirk dive into the latest gaming news from the Game Awards, including the reveal of Star Wars: Galactic Racer and the highly anticipated spiritual successor to Knights of the Old Republic, Fate of the Old Republic. The team also provides a hands-on look at Orbitkey's new Disney-inspired collection, featuring premium character-themed key organizers and travel gear. To close out the show, guest Kyle from Kysabers joins for an in-depth comparison of the Star Wars: Battlefront franchise, exploring the evolution of the series from its classic Pandemic roots to the modern DICE era. Orbitkey Disney Collection Add a sprinkle of Disney magic to your everyday carry. The Disney x Orbitkey Collection features fun, functional accessories inspired by Disney characters, designed to make staying organised feel like magic. https://www.orbitkey.com/pages/disney?srsltid=AfmBOorl0UJrj6Skr7fWecL5ZzpxJ6tt757WShCMY3XcCGsLaXPwzBUw TGA Announced Games - Galactic Racer and Fate of the Old Republic https://www.starwars.com/news/star-wars-galactic-racer-reveal-trailer https://www.starwars.com/news/star-wars-fate-of-the-old-republic-trailer Kyber Battlefront 2 Mod https://kyber.gg/ KySabers https://kysabers.ca/ ———————————————————————— Star Wars Escape Pod 🖥️ Website: https://starwarspodcast.ca 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast 🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social 📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast 📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com 🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/e/2PACX-1vRiF_icUbgNiufSItYBMLCdXc2dPtlQPHrNeDcEHmHS6z0yFduND-BLC_3czuY-YY6kpNtRM1uMppts/pubhtml   Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad? https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5 Found on any platform in the galaxy!

This week on Star Wars Escape Pod, join Josh and Darian as they dive deep into the legendary Knights of the Old Republic (KOTOR & KOTOR 2) with special guest Mike from the Switch 2 The Past podcast (link below). We discuss how this iconic early 2000s title shaped the gaming industry and continues to influence the Star Wars Expanded Universe—even into the current Disney era. Prepare to jump to hyperspace! (Don't forget to check out Mike and Neil's fantastic work over at Switch 2 The Past!) Catch Josh and Mike on Switch 2 The Past podcast episode "Revenge of the Sith" (GBA) https://podcasts.apple.com/dk/podcast/star-wars-episode-iii-revenge-of-the-sith-the-game/id1513023861?i=1000705661364 https://open.spotify.com/episode/77lUVv8QbQRaaa6HoCRMQN?si=_mNrwtFoTj6-kQrbi0eJ5A A huge thank you again to our special guest this week! Check out Mike Laine on Switch 2 The Past https://open.spotify.com/show/2jz5Q8PbvstXUOE81ovEgB https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/switch-2-the-past/id1513023861 https://www.instagram.com/switch2thepast/ https://www.patreon.com/switch2thepast/home https://www.mikelaine.com/podcast/home Darian on @TheManDarian https://www.youtube.com/@TheManDarian ———————————————————————— Star Wars Escape Pod 🖥️ Website: https://starwarspodcast.ca 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast 🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social 📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast 📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com 🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AJDill7uS-hSbJzjqNkKTXy8vgSoENj8s4kbryA8BNs/edit?usp=sharing   Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad? https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5 Found on any platform in the galaxy!

Are our choices really our own? Join your host as they dive deep into the interactive drama and intricate choice architecture of Quantic Dream's most ambitious narrative experiences: Beyond: Two Souls and Detroit: Become Human. We break down our own distinct playthroughs—from Jodie's supernatural path and Aiden's presence to the diverging fates of Connor, Markus, and Kara—to unpack the studio's storytelling style. By analyzing the themes of destiny, deviancy, and moral ambiguity in these two games, what can we truly expect from the developer's upcoming High Republic action-adventure, Star Wars Eclipse? Will the Outer Rim's destiny be forged by free will or a hidden narrative tether? We speculate on the future of choice-based gameplay in a galaxy far, far away! ———————————————————————— Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad? https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5 Found on any platform in the galaxy! ———————————————————————— Star Wars Escape Pod 🖥️ Website: https://starwarspodcast.ca 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast 🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social 📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast 📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com 🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AJDill7uS-hSbJzjqNkKTXy8vgSoENj8s4kbryA8BNs/edit?usp=sharing

If there's anything new coming out with a Star Wars label lately, it's Visions Volume 3 on Disney plus. This wacky volume of stories using the Star Wars license might not have any place within the canon, but it is a treat to see what a variety of anime studios can do if they smash thier heads together and fuse Star Wars with the world of Anime. This week we sit down to chat about the entire volume, how we thought about each short, some being continuations to Volume 1, we take a look at how well they do to continue thier respective stories. Visions can be hit or miss, but we give a fair pablo points and poodoos as usual for each of these one by one. Don't forget about our podcast archives spreadsheet that tracks all these scores from the team! ———————————————————————— Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad? https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5 Found on any platform in the galaxy! ———————————————————————— Star Wars Escape Pod 🖥️ Website: https://starwarspodcast.ca 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast 🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social 📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast 📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com 🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AJDill7uS-hSbJzjqNkKTXy8vgSoENj8s4kbryA8BNs/edit?usp=sharing  

Welcome everyone to our 400th podcast celebration! This week we celebrate with a game show in the style of fantasy football, but Star Wars. Each of us has chosen a fantasy hero team-up with only a few rules in place. The mission? Break into Palpatine's secret vault on Pillio!  We want to thank every one of our listeners for being with us all these years, and we hope tonight's show brings you all the laughs and smiles that we've had creating it. Cheers from the cantina, and to many more episodes ahead! A big thank you to our game show host tonight, Darian, our co-hosts Blake and Bryce, our special guests Phil, Ben and Ellen. And of course our audience participation, we look forward to seeing the votes! --- Which fantasy heist team would be most successfiul at breaking into Palpatines vault on Pillio? - YOU CHOOSE! FOUR WAYS TO VOTE - Send us an email, comment on YouTube, use the Spotify poll or comment on Spotify! swescapepodcast@gmail.com Phil - The Outriders (Ship) The Outrider (Mastermind) Dash Rendar (Pilot) Nien Nunb (Alien) Dexter Jettster (Droid) HK-47 Kyle Katarn R0-GR Blake - Onderon Outcasts (Ship) Lambda-class T-4a shuttle (Mastermind) Mara Jade (Pilot / Alien) Hera Syndulla (Droid) K2-SO Sabine Wren CC-9902 aka Tech Cassian Andor Ben & Ellen- Beefy Boys (Ship) Munificent-class star frigate (Mastermind) Bendu (Alien) The Zillo Beast (Pilot) Chill Vibes Clone Trooper Pilot (2D Animated Show) (Droid) Spider-Droid Exogorth aka The Space Worm Krayt Dragon Bryce - Jawa Juiced (Ship) AA-9 Freighter-Liner  (Mastermind) Doctor Aphra (Alien) Max Rebo (Pilot) Ben Quadinaros (Droid) SM-33 Coleman Trebor BoShek Josh - The NiteBrotherz (Ship) Sith Infiltrator aka Scimitar (Mastermind) Darth Plaguies (Alien) Maz Kanata (Pilot) Shara Bay (Droid) PROXY Jango Fett RC-1138 aka Boss BONUS TEAM OPTION Darian - The Wreckers (Ship) Vaders Fist (Self Piloting) (Mastermind) Echo aka CT-1409 (Alien) Savage Opress (Pilot / Droid) IG-88 Pong Krell (x2) Wrecker aka CT-9903   Go check out Darian's YT Channel - The ManDarian https://www.youtube.com/@TheManDarian ———————————————————————— Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad? https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5 Found on any platform in the galaxy! ———————————————————————— Star Wars Escape Pod 🖥️ Website: https://starwarspodcast.ca 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast 🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social 📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast 📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com 🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AJDill7uS-hSbJzjqNkKTXy8vgSoENj8s4kbryA8BNs/edit?usp=sharing  

Bright Suns! In this episode, we dive deep into the financials of the Disney-era films, discussing the Forbes report on the box office profits for The Force Awakens, Rogue One, The Last Jedi, Solo, and The Rise of Skywalker. Prepare for some surprising numbers and a classic tangent comparing those returns to the Prequel-era movies! We're also talking about the internet buzz surrounding the shelved Ben Solo movie, The Hunt for Ben Solo. Add that to the list of RIP Star Wars... Hear our take on Adam Driver's recent comments, why Disney turned down the script, and the eternal question: should dead characters stay dead? Plus, we catch you up about Twin Sun Film Foundation (the minds behind the Bucket Heads fan series) to discuss their new platform, twinsunfilm.org, and their exciting slate of upcoming fan films for the next few years, including The Void, Gonk, and Nightfall!   Finally, get all the details on how YOU can get involved in our huge 400th episode: a Star Wars Fantasy Draft Game Show Night! Darian, our gamemaker and co-host for Episode #400 explains the rules, the character categories (Pilot, Force User, Droid and Alien), the ultimate objective (breaking into Palpatine's Vault on Pillio), and how your votes can decide the winning team! Thanks for coming along for the ride. Leave us a comment or a 5-star review, it always helps. Subscribe on YouTube, and we'll see you for Episode 400! --- Go check out Twin Sun Film Foundation! https://twinsunfilm.org/en-cad Go check out The ManDarian on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/@TheManDarian EMAIL US YOUR QUESTIONS! ———————————————————————— Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad? https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5 Found on any platform in the galaxy! ———————————————————————— Star Wars Escape Pod 🖥️ Website: https://starwarspodcast.ca 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast 🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social 📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast 📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com 🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://shorturl.at/cktPQ

Welcome back to the Star Wars Escape Pod! Join your hosts Josh and Blake (with a pop-in from Darian) as they break down the biggest news from the Lucasfilm publishing panel at New York Comic Con (NYCC). They dive deep into the newly announced Star Wars: Legacy novel, which sends Rey and her new master, Leia Organa, on a quest to fix the Skywalker lightsaber between Episode VIII and IX. Plus, they cover a new Young Adult romance book, the latest Mandalorian art book, and the announcement of a Star Wars Visions manga.   EMAIL US YOUR REQUESTS AND QUESTIONS! ———————————————————————— Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad? https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5 Found on any platform in the galaxy! ———————————————————————— Star Wars Escape Pod 🖥️ Website: https://starwarspodcast.ca 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast 🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social 📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast 📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com 🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AJDill7uS-hSbJzjqNkKTXy8vgSoENj8s4kbryA8BNs/edit?usp=sharing  

Welcome aboard Star Wars Escape Pod, your weekly, fun-first source for all the biggest—and weirdest—news from a galaxy far, far away. Join hosts Josh and Blake as they break down the most exciting headlines, from updates on games like the new mixed reality experience Beyond Victory and the latest on Battlefront 2 to speculation on upcoming novels and animated shows like Maul: Shadowlord. We're also hitting the hyperdrive on Star Wars gaming history and even taking a quick detour for a chat about the new Tron movie. If you love a casual, fan-focused, and ad-free journey through the universe of Star Wars, this is your ride! So grab a drink, and keep flying! Stay tuned for Episode #400 Special Celebration!   EMAIL US YOUR REQUESTS AND QUESTIONS! ———————————————————————— Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad? https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5 Found on any platform in the galaxy! ———————————————————————— Star Wars Escape Pod 🖥️ Website: https://starwarspodcast.ca 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast 🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social 📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast 📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com 🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AJDill7uS-hSbJzjqNkKTXy8vgSoENj8s4kbryA8BNs/edit?usp=sharing   ———————————————————————— Orbitkey https://www.orbitkey.com

The trailer for Star Wars: Visions Vol. 3 is out, and we're diving into what this legends anime series will bring to Disney+ just in time for your Halloween parties. Plus, we've got the latest on the bizarre news that the former Galactic Starcruiser is being converted into... offices at Disney Parks Florida. Finally, we buzz about the old trailer for the highly anticipated game, Star Wars Eclipse... Just cause. Let's jump in! LISTEN TO RIP STAR WARS https://open.spotify.com/playlist/08fxD3Q0HN4wNmQeDCTVOj?si=c3125e3dcedd4ef1 Hyperspace jump with us for all the news, analysis, and speculation you need! WATCH THE TRAILER! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_pa1KLXuW0Y EMAIL US YOUR REQUESTS AND QUESTIONS! ———————————————————————— Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad? https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5 Found on any platform in the galaxy! ———————————————————————— Star Wars Escape Pod 🖥️ Website: https://starwarspodcast.ca 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast 🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social 📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast 📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com 🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AJDill7uS-hSbJzjqNkKTXy8vgSoENj8s4kbryA8BNs/edit?usp=sharing   ———————————————————————— Orbitkey https://www.orbitkey.com

This is the Way... to a massive discussion! Join us in the Escape Pod as we dive deep into the first trailer for The Mandalorian & Grogu. We'll go shot-by-shot to break down all the big action, returning characters like Zeb, what the new Razor Crest means, and how this is positioned as Star Wars' triumphant return to the big screen. Plus, we'll discuss The Mandalorian's cultural impact—from the helmet on every t-shirt to the meme-able nature of the adorable foundling—and how a sci-fi character becomes a true household name. Then, buckle up for lightspeed as we cover the shocking news about Spaceballs 2! We break down the cast returns and what it means for the greatest Star Wars parody of all time to finally get a sequel. Finally, we look into the future: with VR headsets becoming the new frontier of at-home cinema, what will movie-watching look like in 20 years? And what radical, immersive new experiences could this technology bring to the galaxy far, far away? Hyperspace jump with us for all the news, analysis, and speculation you need! WATCH THE TRAILER! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_pa1KLXuW0Y EMAIL US YOUR REQUESTS AND QUESTIONS! ———————————————————————— Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad? https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5 Found on any platform in the galaxy! ———————————————————————— Star Wars Escape Pod 🖥️ Website: https://starwarspodcast.ca 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast 🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social 📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast 📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com 🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AJDill7uS-hSbJzjqNkKTXy8vgSoENj8s4kbryA8BNs/edit?usp=sharing   ———————————————————————— Orbitkey https://www.orbitkey.com

Join us for Lightspeed #36 as we break down the exciting new trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu, which is set to open exclusively in theaters on May 22, 2026. We also cover the latest in Star Wars publishing!   EMAIL US YOUR REQUESTS AND QUESTIONS! ———————————————————————— Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad? https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5 Found on any platform in the galaxy! ———————————————————————— Star Wars Escape Pod 🖥️ Website: https://starwarspodcast.ca 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast 🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social 📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast 📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com 🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AJDill7uS-hSbJzjqNkKTXy8vgSoENj8s4kbryA8BNs/edit?usp=sharing   ———————————————————————— Orbitkey https://www.orbitkey.com

Get ready for a wild ride on the latest transmission from the Star Wars Escape Pod! We make a surprise long-distance call straight to the Black Spire outpost to chat with co-host Kirk, who is live from Galaxy's Edge for the very first time. You'll get his fresh take on the park, including a rave review for the Ronto Wrap and a less-than-stellar verdict on the infamous Blue Milk. From there, a massive spoiler alarm and dive deep into the Indiana Jones and the Great Circle video game, revealing the mind-blowing final treasure. The galactic news is just as exciting, covering the record-breaking $3.6 million auction price for Darth Vader's lightsaber, the confirmed return of everyone's favorite pirate Hondo Ohnaka, and a debate on the bizarre new wedge-shaped LEGO Death Star. To top it all off, we check out the new trailer for the mixed-reality game coming soon, Star Wars: Beyond Victory, where you get to be mentored by none other than Sebulba himself in the ways of Podracing! EMAIL US YOUR REQUESTS AND QUESTIONS! ———————————————————————— Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad? https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5 Found on any platform in the galaxy! ———————————————————————— Star Wars Escape Pod 🖥️ Website: https://starwarspodcast.ca 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast 🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social 📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast 📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com 🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AJDill7uS-hSbJzjqNkKTXy8vgSoENj8s4kbryA8BNs/edit?usp=sharing ———————————————————————— Orbitkey https://www.orbitkey.com

Another year, another victory lap! It's our 6th birthday, and we're celebrating our incredible journey with you, our amazing listeners. Join us on our annual anniversary episode as we celebrate six years of galactic adventures. We'll revisit some of our most popular episodes, break down the big Star Wars: Starfighter cast announcement, and then put our knowledge to the test with a custom, at-home game of Guess Who? using only Star Wars characters. Thank you for joining us on this wild ride! We couldn't have done it without your support. As we blast off into another year, you can help us reach even more fans by sharing the show and tagging us in your posts. Leaving a 5-star review also helps us out a ton and helps other fans find us.   EMAIL US YOUR REQUESTS AND QUESTIONS! ———————————————————————— Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad? https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5 Found on any platform in the galaxy! ———————————————————————— Star Wars Escape Pod 🖥️ Website: https://starwarspodcast.ca 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast 🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social 📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast 📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com 🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AJDill7uS-hSbJzjqNkKTXy8vgSoENj8s4kbryA8BNs/edit?usp=sharing   ———————————————————————— Orbitkey https://www.orbitkey.com

This week on the Escape Pod, we're joined by special guest Dr. Steve Ellerhoff to explore the deep psychological and mythological roots of Star Wars, as detailed in his new book, "Jung and Star Wars". We explore how Carl Jung's concepts of archetypes, the unconscious, and synchronicity are woven into the very fabric of the saga—from the nature of the Force and Anakin's tragic nightmares to the hidden symbolism in Luke's Jedi robes and the powerful Dyad between Rey and Kylo. Prepare for another happy landing into the deepest lore of the galaxy! Find Steve! https://www.sgellerhoff.com/ https://x.com/sgellerhoff?lang=en https://bsky.app/profile/did:plc:o36jrehl64zu5ykusitxrniy https://www.instagram.com/sgellerhoff/ Get Your Copy! https://www.routledge.com/Jung-and-Star-Wars-A-Contemporary-Mythology/Ellerhoff/p/book/9781041033523?srsltid=AfmBOoqfWnDFpIg6RtlrnSoHSQIwEpngKRyFyzFriwTY_A5vmW3fVl51   EMAIL US YOUR REQUESTS AND QUESTIONS! ———————————————————————— Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad? https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5 Found on any platform in the galaxy! ———————————————————————— Star Wars Escape Pod 🖥️ Website: https://starwarspodcast.ca 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast 🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social 📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast 📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com 🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AJDill7uS-hSbJzjqNkKTXy8vgSoENj8s4kbryA8BNs/edit?usp=sharing ———————————————————————— Orbitkey https://www.orbitkey.com

We hit 100k downloads! 🎉 Join us for another round of Cantina Banter where we're talking new Acolyte & Bad Batch books, a robotic Star Wars library, the future of Cara Dune, and SDCC. It's a trap... if you miss it! #StarWars #Podcast #TheMandalorian #CantinaBanter EMAIL US YOUR REQUESTS AND QUESTIONS! ———————————————————————— Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad? https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5 Found on any platform in the galaxy! ———————————————————————— Star Wars Escape Pod 🖥️ Website: https://starwarspodcast.ca 🐦 X: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast 🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social 📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast 📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com 🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AJDill7uS-hSbJzjqNkKTXy8vgSoENj8s4kbryA8BNs/edit?usp=sharing ———————————————————————— Orbitkey https://www.orbitkey.com

This week on the podcast, hosts Josh and Blake, joined by their friend Darian, are discussing the latest Star Wars news from San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC). George Lucas's first Comic-Con appearance since 1976 to promote his upcoming Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, which will feature a vast collection of pop culture artifacts. Our conversation shifts to Star Wars collectibles, including new Hasbro Black Series action figures and the new crowdfunding campaign for a highly-detailed, three-and-three-quarter-inch scale Republic Gunship. The Lucasfilm publishing announcements for upcoming books and comics, such as a Darth Grievous hyperspace story, a prequel novel for the Star Wars Outlaws video game, and a comic series introducing a new "boogeyman" character called the Nightlander. Lastly, we dive into the cancellation of the Acolyte series, debating whether it was due to low viewership or the inflated budget? We also briefly discuss Josh's experience playing the new Indiana Jones and the Great Circle video game and their thoughts on spinoff shows. EMAIL US YOUR REQUESTS AND QUESTIONS! ———————————————————————— Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad? https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5 Found on any platform in the galaxy! ———————————————————————— Star Wars Escape Pod 🖥️ Website: https://starwarspodcast.ca 🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast 🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social 📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast 📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com 🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AJDill7uS-hSbJzjqNkKTXy8vgSoENj8s4kbryA8BNs/edit?usp=sharing