Into the Garbage Chute: Star Wars Podcast

Join Silver and Riley to discuss episodes 6 and 7 of The Bad Batch S3! This week, we are finally back together again discussing the double feature episodes, Infiltration and Extraction. Join us as we make a pitstop on Arrakis to discuss Dune, spiral into theories, and Riley gives her case on Tech being Bucky Barnes.Into the garbage chute, Fly Friends!

Join Riley and special guests Jamie (jammthejedi of HoloNet Marauders) and Hannah (agent_of_mandalore) to discuss the episodes 4 & 5 of The Bad Batch S3! This week, we deep dive into discussing our favorite parts of A Different Approach & The Return and what makes our favorite group of rogue clones tick. Join us as we discuss theories, agonize over angst, and demand everyone gives Crosshair the apology that he is owed.Into the garbage chute, Fly Friends!

The co-hoes are back in the garbage chute and ready to discuss Part Five of Obi-Wan Kenobi. Jump into the trash compactor with us as we sob over the long-awaited flashback of the century, talk about the most traumatizing thing we’ve seen since Mufasa’s death, and of course spend way too long drooling over Bail Organa. 

This week, the co-hoes are discussing Part Four of Obi-Wan Kenobi. We talk all things sassy Princess Leia, wet Obi-Wan, and intimidating (albeit sexy) Darth Vader.

The co-hoes are back and ready to dive headfirst into the trash compactor! What better way to kick off a new season than with everyone’s favorite Whatta Man - Ewan McGregor! That’s right Fly Friends, we’re discussing the first three parts of Obi-Wan Kenobi. So, buckle up and hunker down - this is where the fun begins.While we can’t yet ForceTime, we’d still love to connect!SOCIAL MEDIA:intothegarbagechute.cominstagram.com/intothegcpodcasttwitter.com/InGarbageChutediscord.gg/aqQ9kZvgCONTACT:intothegcpodcast@gmail.com

Did you know that George Lucas and Jim Henson were incredibly close friends and collaborators?! Well, neither did Silver and Cat! So this week, we’re diving head first into the trash compactor to discuss the admiration these two visionaries and pioneers had for each other.Silver and Cat also share some of their favorite and most random appearances of The Muppets in Star Wars and vice versa. You seriously won’t believe how far back and deep these two IPs go with each other!Cheryl Henson Talk: https://www.thecjm.org/programs/1028While we can’t yet ForceTime, we’d still love to connect!SOCIAL MEDIA:intothegarbagechute.cominstagram.com/intothegcpodcasttwitter.com/InGarbageChutediscord.gg/aqQ9kZvgCONTACT:intothegcpodcast@gmail.com

Before the cultural phenomenon that was Avengers: Endgame, there was one crossover that ruled pop culture: Star Wars on The Muppet Show. That’s right, this week on Into the Garbage Chute, Cat and Silver are kicking off their three-episode miniseries on The Muppets and Star Wars! We’re discussing Season 4, Episode 17 of The Muppet Show featuring the stars of Star Wars. Cat and Silver discuss their reactions to the episode, share fun behind the scenes tidbits on the episode, and discuss the legacy of Jim Henson.

Cat and Silver close out their month-long celebration of Women’s History Month with a discussion around Carrie Fisher’s 2016 memoir, The Princess Diarist. Join the girls as they laugh, cry, and reflect on the legacy left behind by our Princess, Senator, and General, Carrie Fisher. Stick around to the end of the podcast to find out the theme of Into the Garbage Chute’s April Series. You definitely do not want to miss this!

From Princess Leia and Jyn Erso to Avar Kriss and Qi’Ra, there’s a lot of great women in the Galaxy. And Cat and Silver want to scream at the top of their lungs about them all! Alas, due to time, we cannot. So instead, hop into the trash compactor with Cat and Silver as they share their top 10 favorite women-led moments in Star Wars.We discuss the women in Star Wars that we relate to in the real world, how Solo: A Star Wars Story is the ultimate feminist film, and create our own female-led Star Wars stories!While we can’t yet ForceTime, we’d still love to connect!SOCIAL MEDIA:intothegarbagechute.cominstagram.com/intothegcpodcasttwitter.com/InGarbageChutediscord.gg/aqQ9kZvgCONTACT:intothegcpodcast@gmail.com

The girls continue their month-long celebration of Women’s History Month by diving into author Amy Ratcliffe’s 2018 reference book, Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy. With over 100 illustrations by 18 different female and non-binary artists and the stories of 75 different women in the Galaxy, Cat and Silver cannot stop gushing about how amazingly beautiful this book is!Hang out with us as we talk about Amy Ratcliffe’s journey in the Star Wars fandom and share the stories of 8 different women from the book!Make sure you stay tuned to the end of today’s episode, as Silver and Cat have some exciting news to share about the podcast!You can learn more about Amy Ratcliffe at www.amyratcliffe.com and pick up Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy at a bookstore near you.While we can’t yet ForceTime, we’d still love to connect!SOCIAL MEDIA:intothegarbagechute.cominstagram.com/intothegcpodcasttwitter.com/InGarbageChutediscord.gg/aqQ9kZvgCONTACT:intothegcpodcast@gmail.com

Kenobi Trailer dropped, and we had a freakout.

Jump into the trash compactor with Silver and Cat as we celebrate Women’s History Month! This will be a four-episode series where we’ll be celebrating the women of Star Wars who have made an impact in the films, TV series, books, and so much more.On today’s episode, Cat and Silver discuss the legacies of trailblazing women who paved the way for so many others, including Gloria Katz, Leigh Brackett, Deborah Chow, and Kathleen Kennedy.This episode features excerpts from Cher Martinetti’s book Pop Culture Pioneers: The Women Who Transformed Fandom in Film, Television, Comics, and More. You can purchase the book here: www.runningpress.com/titles/cher-martinetti/pop-culture-pioneers/9780762498529While we can’t yet ForceTime, we’d still love to connect!SOCIAL MEDIA:intothegarbagechute.cominstagram.com/intothegcpodcasttwitter.com/InGarbageChutediscord.gg/aqQ9kZvgCONTACT:intothegcpodcast@gmail.com

When the animated TV series Star Wars: Rebels aired its final episode on the 5th of March in 2018, fans everywhere were devastated. In an effort to keep the memory alive, fans gather online each year on the anniversary of the finale to share their favorite moments from the show, artwork, cosplays, etc under the hashtag #rebelsremembered. Welcome to: Rebels Remembered Day.On this bonus episode, join Cat and Silver as they dive into the trash compactor to celebrate Rebels Remembered Day and discuss some of the most popular Rebels moments, their personal favorite scenes, and even share some of your favorite moments!While we can’t yet ForceTime, we’d still love to connect!SOCIAL MEDIA:intothegarbagechute.cominstagram.com/intothegcpodcasttwitter.com/InGarbageChutediscord.gg/aqQ9kZvgCONTACT:intothegcpodcast@gmail.com

This week, Silver and Cat dive into the garbage chute and boy do they find some good trash! The girls discuss The Muppets and Cat’s undying love for Kermit the Frog (isn’t this a Star Wars podcast?!), Silver surprises Cat with a series of Star Wars inspired Would You Rather questions, and we end the episode with a reading of Wicket Finds a Way: An Ewok Adventure by Melinda Luke. Did you know that Silver could read?! As discussed on today’s episode, below are resources to help in the fight against current legislation taking place across Texas and Florida, as well as how to assist the people of Ukraine:equalitytexas.orgeqfl.orgtwitter.com/AmidalaHelpsnpr.org/2022/02/25/1082992947/ukraine-support-helpWhile we can’t yet ForceTime, we’d still love to connect!SOCIAL MEDIA:instagram.com/intothegcpodcasttwitter.com/InGarbageChuteCONTACT:intothegcpodcast@gmail.com

Into the Garbage Chute is back for season two, BAAYBEE! Nothing but happy beeps from us as we kick off a new season full of whatta mans, surprises (to be sure), thrifting adventures, but most importantly, chaotic, fun conversations with Silver and Cat.To kick off season two, Cat is taking us into a deep dive of the new fully immersive Star Wars experience at Disney World, Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser. Hop into the trash compactor as she discusses the press preview, that hefty price tag to voyage on the Halcyon, and overall thoughts on the experience.Links to the stories, videos, and people that Cat discusses in this week’s episode:Ordinary Adventures Starcruiser Review: youtube.com/watch?v=ABdMlQwpL6g&t=46s&ab_channel=OrdinaryAdventuresFrancis Dominic IG: instagram.com/francisdominiicCarlye Wisel IG: instagram.com/carlyewiselCarlye Wisel Eater Piece: eater.com/22949838/disney-world-star-wars-hotel-food-drink-restaurantsWhile we can’t yet ForceTime, we’d still love to connect!SOCIAL MEDIA:instagram.com/intothegcpodcasttwitter.com/InGarbageChuteCONTACT:intothegcpodcast@gmail.com

Dang it, Threepio! He girlbossed all over our recording with Matt and Luke from Star Wars Sessions, so this week for our Boba and Friends segment, Cat and Silver are the friends! And we’re ready to discuss the finale of The Book of Boba Fett, “In the Name of Honor”. We discuss some of our favorite moments from this week’s episode, including the Pit Droids, Peli and the Majordomo’s blossoming romance, and how the visual effects were some of the best we’ve seen to date. Silver and Cat also discuss their favorite and least favorite aspects of The Book of Boba Fett. Because we’re major simps for Obi-Wan Kenobi, we of course HAVE to discuss the drop of the Kenobi poster and release date! The girls then cover their hopes for Kenobi, favorite moments of the character throughout his appearances in the universe, and drool over their “Whatta Man” of the week - Bail Organa. Even just typing his name is making me flustered!While we can’t yet ForceTime, we’d still love to connect!SOCIAL MEDIA:instagram.com/intothegcpodcasttwitter.com/InGarbageChuteCONTACT:intothegcpodcast@gmail.com

We’re bringing you another chapter in our Boba and Friends takeover, and this time we’re bringing Riley along for the ride to discuss Chapter Five - “From the Desert Comes a Stranger.” Riley tells us all about her lifelong love for Star Wars, creating Star Wars helmet artwork for friends, and how she works in a viral Star Wars collectibles dream store that is home to one of the most expensive Star Wars items in the world - and of course Silver and Cat asked if she’s ever touched it. #journalism.We’re breaking down this week’s episode of The Mandalorian, er- sorry, The Book of Boba Fett and man is there a lot to dissect in Dave Filoni’s slice of the show! Silver is reunited with Cobb Vanth, Riley has theories about the Jedi and the future of Star Wars, and Cat STILL won’t give up on The Bad Batch. A lot of crying happened during this week’s episode and we can’t wait to discuss it with our Fly Friends, so hop into the trash compactor!You can find Riley at:instagram.com/rileyanntoinettetwitter.com/rileyanntoineWhile we can’t yet ForceTime, we’d still love to connect!SOCIAL MEDIA:instagram.com/intothegcpodcasttwitter.com/InGarbageChuteCONTACT:intothegcpodcast@gmail.com

Into the garbage chute, fly friends! We’re back with another episode of our Boba and Friends takeover. This week, we have Ren from Stitchcrvft on the podcast! Hop into the trash compactor with us as we discuss Chapter Five of The Book of Boba Fett - “The Return of the Mandalorian”. And… Twilight?Ren discusses their initial introduction to Star Wars, how The Force Awakens reignited their love for the franchise, and reminds us all that sometimes it’s okay (and necessary) to take a step back from fandom. Ren also discusses their small business, Stitchcrvft, and how exciting it is to create merchandise for fandom, fantasy, and fiction. Also, Adam Driver. A lot of Adam Driver.This week’s episode of The Book of Boba Fett gave us So! Much! Goodness! Din is back, and he’s bringing Mandalorian lore, violence, prequel love, and dad energy with him. And we’re here to discuss it all!You can find Ren and their amazing shop at:instagram.com/stitchcrvfttwitter.com/stitchcrvftstitchcrvft.com/links

Join Silver and Cat as we enter into week three of our Boba and Friends takeover! This week, we’re joined by The Geeky Waffle’s Arezou Amin, and boy are you guys in for a treat. Dive Into the Garbage Chute with our three co-hoes (hoes?! Do you mean hosts?!) as we break down Chapter Three of The Book of Boba Fett: “The Tribes of Tatooine”. We start off this week’s episode getting to know a little bit more about Arezou and her journey with Star Wars. The girls all bond over their love for Rey and… Obi-Wan Kenobi, of course. Silver fell in love with a fellow High Republic book nerd at Barnes and Noble and tells us all about it.The co-hoes discuss the continuing theme of the gangster genre in Book of Boba Fett, why Fennec Shand truly is the light of this show, and everyone’s new favorite wookie - Santy! How can one be so menacing and so beautiful all at once?Wrapping up this week’s discussion, the girls dive deep into the symbolism of Boba Fett becoming one with the Tusken tribe he fights alongside, the making of his staff, and a lizard?! Up the nose?!You can keep up with Arezou and her adventures in nerd-dom at:thegeekywaffle.comarezoudeetoo.cominstagram.com/arezoudeetootwitter.com/ArezouAminWhile we can’t yet ForceTime, we’d still love to connect!SOCIAL MEDIA:instagram.com/intothegcpodcasttwitter.com/InGarbageChuteCONTACT:intothegcpodcast@gmail.com

This week, we dive into the first episode of our Book of Boba Fett takeover, Boba and Friends. And who better to be the first guest on than Jenmarie, the beautiful mind behind the blog Anakin and His Angel!Silver and Cat spend the first portion of this week’s episode gushing over Jenmarie, and correctly so. We discuss Jenmarie’s introduction to Star Wars, her 2-decade long relationship with her blog, and what it means to be a woman at the forefront of the fandom.The girls discuss their favorite and least favorite moments in “Chapter One: Stranger in a Strange Land”, who they think the Mayor of Mos Espa is, and Watto…  (AGAIN?!). Jenmarie would love to see a live-action, super handsome Cad Bane (who wouldn’t?) and Cat is still pitching her idea for The Bad Batch to join the live-action universe.You can keep up with Jenmarie at:anakinandhisangel.cominstagram.com/anakinandhisangeltwitter.com/acrossthestars