What Does Star Wars Mean To You?

https://www.teepublic.com/user/what-does-star-wars-mean-to-you?utm_source=designer&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=S-U65Jr9ZKoThis week we Cantina Chat with Brown Leader one of the hosts of the nerd-centric pod Hypserspace Heroes! First we chat our take aways from what Star Wars means to author Jendia Gammon (Vale of the Seven Dragons, Choose Your Own Adventure: Dungeon Crawl at the Haunted Mall). Then we welcome back Brown Leader to join us for Opinion Wars (a title that is still WIP)!We all know the critiques of the Prequel Trilogy and the Sequel Trilogy, but can these same critiques be said about the Original Trilogy? It's Opinion Wars - where we look at reviews from the Prequel Trilogy or the Sequel Trilogy to see if those same critiques can be applied to the Original Trilogy! Using real reviews from the time of release and infamous internet comments we see if the same could be said about A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back & Return of the Jedi. Is there clunky dialogue? Wooden acting? A "Mary Sue"? Can some of the harshest critique actually describe the holy trinity of trilogies?@brown_squadron on InstagramBrown's Facebook groupBrown on YouTubeBrown's WebsiteBrown Leader is from the podcast that features three Gen 1 Star Wars fans just trying to make their way in the Star Wars podcast Universe. On their show, HYPERSPACE HEROES PODCAST they also cover science fiction and nerd culture, having guests that have included Star Wars authors, actors, film makers and other podcasters (including us!) One of the questions they ask all their guests is, What Does Star Wars Mean to You? And today, we get to turn the tables and find out What Does Star Wars Mean to him.Twitter and Instagram @StarWarsMean2UStar Wars may have the largest and most diverse fanbase in all the galaxy—but every fan has their own certain point of view. So, tune your comlinks and join Star Wars enthusiasts, Dave (an OT kid) and Elora (a PT kid), every week for an in-depth conversation with a different devotee from all walks of life across the Star Wars fandom universe. Plus, it’s just FUN to talk about Star Wars. To bring balance to the fanbase, each episode we’ll delve into our guests’ personal Star Wars fandom story, and from that point of view, we’ll celebrate the power of the Force. Strap in, ignite your passion for the galaxy far, far away, and find out: What Does Stars Wars Mean To You? Music composed & performed by Gregory BromfieldCopyright 2026 David H.What Does Star Wars Mean To You? website

https://www.teepublic.com/user/what-does-star-wars-mean-to-you?utm_source=designer&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=S-U65Jr9ZKoAuthor Jendia Gammon (The Vale of Seven Dragons, Choose Your Own Adventure: Dungeon Crawl at the Haunted Mall) joins us to share what Star Wars means to her! We chat her Star Wars origin9 story & seeing the original in theaters at 3, growing up in a family really into sci-fi and the arts, being the nerd girl in school, how Star Wars and sci-fi encouraged her imagination and creating universes and writing novels at 14, the downfalls of gate keeping, the Rancor Keeper & his love for his pet, how fashion & costuming contributes to world building & reveals character as we discuss Padme, Mon Mothma & Princess Leia, the types of genres the Star Wars galaxy can house & the type Lando would be awesome in, and of course her 5 with the Force!@jendiagammon on InstagramJendia Gammon on ThreadsJendia Gammon on BlueSkyJendia's Facebook pageJendia's WebsiteJendia Gammon is a Nebula and BSFA Awards finalist author of fantasy, science fiction, horror, and thriller novels and short stories. She is also CEO of Roaring Spring Productions, LLC and Editor-in-Chief of its publishing imprint, Stars and Sabers Publishing. She has also written under the pen name J. Dianne Dotson. Born in Southern Appalachia, Jendia now lives in Los Angeles with her family. Jendia conducts workshops and participates in panels on creative writing for conventions such as San Diego Comic-Con and Star Wars Celebration. She holds a degree in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology. Jendia is also a science writer and an award-winning artist. Find all her published books and stories on her books page. Twitter and Instagram @StarWarsMean2UStar Wars may have the largest and most diverse fanbase in all the galaxy—but every fan has their own certain point of view. So, tune your comlinks and join Star Wars enthusiasts, Dave (an OT kid) and Elora (a PT kid), every week for an in-depth conversation with a different devotee from all walks of life across the Star Wars fandom universe. Plus, it’s just FUN to talk about Star Wars. To bring balance to the fanbase, each episode we’ll delve into our guests’ personal Star Wars fandom story, and from that point of view, we’ll celebrate the power of the Force. Strap in, ignite your passion for the galaxy far, far away, and find out: What Does Stars Wars Mean To You? Music composed & performed by Gregory BromfieldCopyright 2026 David H.What Does Star Wars Mean To You? website

We're back for Season 4!This week opens with a chat about how we Star Wars'd over the break! Also, the start of our Cantina Chatter, where we'll bring back friends of the show to do deep dives to new depths! You know, stuff you'd just chat about in a Cantina!Our inaugural Cantina Chat is a SPOILER FILLED chat with author Mike Chen about his new book STAR WARS OUTLAWS: LOW RED MOON. We dive into Jaylen & ND-5's relationship, the inspiration behind Roisem Barsha! What makes a Star Wars droid a Star Wars droid and how do you tell a story through their eyes!Mike 's Website@MikeChenWriter on InstagramMike Chen's BSkyMike 's WebsiteMike Chen (STAR WARS OUTLAWS: LOW RED MOON) is the New York Times bestselling author of adult novels that cross genres and audiences, as well as stories for Star Wars, Marvel, Star Trek, and Critical Role. His original work has been nominated for Goodreads Choice, Compton Crook, BSFA, and CALIBA Golden Poppy awards, along with being featured in NPR, USA Today, Washington Post, San Francisco Chronicle, and Scientific American. For younger audiences, he contributed to the award-winning middle grade anthology You Are Here: Connecting Flights and wrote the YA novel Of Sorcery And Science. He has written about geek culture for sites such as Nerdist, The Mary Sue, and StarTrek.com, and in a previous life, covered the NHL. He lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with his wife, daughter, and many rescue animals.Twitter and Instagram @StarWarsMean2UStar Wars may have the largest and most diverse fanbase in all the galaxy—but every fan has their own certain point of view. So, tune your comlinks and join Star Wars enthusiasts, Dave (an OT kid) and Elora (a PT kid), every week for an in-depth conversation with a different devotee from all walks of life across the Star Wars fandom universe. Plus, it’s just FUN to talk about Star Wars. To bring balance to the fanbase, each episode we’ll delve into our guests’ personal Star Wars fandom story, and from that point of view, we’ll celebrate the power of the Force. Strap in, ignite your passion for the galaxy far, far away, and find out: What Does Stars Wars Mean To You? Music composed & performed by Gregory BromfieldCopyright 2026 David H.What Does Star Wars Mean To You? website

It’s the Season 3 finale of What Does Star Wars Mean To You! Elora and Dave look back on 2025 for a hyper-drive tour through our favorite interview moments, funniest bloopers and behind-the-scenes chaos from across the season. Chatting Star Wars, Elora and Dave reveal how conversations with guests like Claudia Gray, Chris Kempsahll and more hit us. Featuring rare, deleted conversations with guests like Rose Hawk (@roromuffins) Tom Hoeler (Editorial Director at Random House Worlds), Eric Clayton (author) and Bryan Ward (artist), the hosts dive deep into what makes the Star Wars fandom endlessly inspring.From debating which character’s fate they’d rewrite, to exploring Andor’s political brilliance, Skeleton Crew’s suburban surprise, and the emotional punch of revisiting The Clone Wars, Elora and Dave unpack how talking with creators, philosophers, and first-time viewers transformed their own perspectives. They discuss world-building, imagination, childhood play, storytelling, creativity, and how Star Wars is the lens through which we navigate an increasingly complicated galaxy.Full of laughter, self-depreciating humor, personal realizations, and “cutting-room floor” chaos, this finale captures the heart of the show’s mission: to take the hate out of the debate to find out, “What Does Star Wars Mean to You?”@roromuffins on Instagram Rose on YouTube Rose's Website @DarthInternous on X Tom Hoeler on Threads@bryan_e_ward on Instagram Bryan's Website @bryaneward on X @eclaytopia on Instagram Eric's Website @eclaytopia on X Rose Hawk is the creative mind behind RoRoMuffins, a personal blog and maker brand focused on thrifting, upcycling, and storytelling through fashion and design. After watching Star Wars for the first time in 2025, her reaction videos quickly went viral on TikTok, amassing a large and passionate following. Follow her Star Wars journey at @roromuffins on TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube. Tom Hoeler is an editorial diriector at Random House Worlds, where he’s worked with authors like Timothy Zahn, Rebecca Roanhorse, Delilah S. Dawson, Cavan Scott, Christie Golden, and Madeleine Roux. Licensed properties he works on include Star Wars, Magic: The Gathering, and World of Warcraft. He lives in New York, where he collects board games, hosts elaborate Lord of the Rings movie marathons, perfects recipes, and manages two senior interns who happen to be cats. He cannot ride a bicycle. Eric Clayton is an award-winning writer, speaker, storyteller and sought-after retreat leader. He is the author of My Life with the Jedi: The Spirituality of Star Wars and Cannonball Moments: Telling Your Story, Deepening Your Faith, both from Loyola Press. His next book, Finding Peace Here and Now: How Ignatian Spirituality Leads Us to Healing and Wholeness, is due out from Brazos Press in 2025. Eric is currently the deputy director of communications at the Jesuit Conference of Canada and the United States. He joined the team in 2019 and produces content that invites audiences to reflect on how to integrate Ignatian spirituality in their everyday life. He guest hosts “AMDG: A Jesuit Podcast” and writes an award-winning weekly newsletter entitled “Now Discern This” for an audience of nearly 30,000 subscribers. Twitter and Instagram @StarWarsMean2U Star Wars may have the largest and most diverse fanbase in all the galaxy—but every fan has their own certain point of view. So, tune your comlinks and join Star Wars enthusiasts, Dave (an OT kid) and Elora (a PT kid), every week for an in-depth conversation with a different devotee from all walks of life across the Star Wars fandom universe. Plus, it’s just FUN to talk about Star Wars. To bring balance to the fanbase, each episode we’ll delve into our guests’ personal Star Wars fandom story, and from that point of view, we’ll celebrate the power of the Force. Strap in, ignite your passion for the galaxy far, far away, and find out: What Does Stars Wars Mean To You? Music composed & performed by Gregory BromfieldCopyright 2026 David H. What Does Star Wars Mean To You? website

It’s the Episode between Episodes! Elora & Dave revisit their Harvey Hamer interview (author, Diamond Dimensions Universe, Star Wars Insider) diving into how his love of historical monoliths resonates with his love of Star Wars through his lens as a “Sequel Trilogy Kid!”Inspired by Harry’s love of historical locations, Dave and Elora discuss their three top Star Wars locations. From Dagobah to Naboo and Tatooine to Felucia, they talk about the locations they think are the most important, covering the Prequel Trilogy, the Original Trilogy and the Sequel Trilogy. Their choices highlight the franchise’s themes of renewal, connection, and legacy, with callbacks to moments from The Clone Wars, The Force Awakens, and The Empire Strikes Back. What locations mean the most to the franchise? If it were far into the future, which ones would hold the most historical significance? And how do their picks echo each other, yet are fully unique to a Prequel Trilogy Kid and an Original Trilogy Kid.Twitter and Instagram @StarWarsMean2U Star Wars may have the largest and most diverse fanbase in all the galaxy—but every fan has their own certain point of view. So, tune your comlinks and join Star Wars enthusiasts, Dave (an OT kid) and Elora (a PT kid), every week for an in-depth conversation with a different devotee from all walks of life across the Star Wars fandom universe. Plus, it’s just FUN to talk about Star Wars. To bring balance to the fanbase, each episode we’ll delve into our guests’ personal Star Wars fandom story, and from that point of view, we’ll celebrate the power of the Force. Strap in, ignite your passion for the galaxy far, far away, and find out: What Does Stars Wars Mean To You? Music composed & performed by Gregory BromfieldCopyright 2026 David H. What Does Star Wars Mean To You? website

Harvey Hamer (author, The Diamond Dimensions Universe series) joins us to share what does Star Wars mean to him? His childhood love of LEGO Star Wars evolved into a professional writing career, contributing to such periodicals as Star Wars Insider. We chat about the mythology of Star Wars, the power of the Hero’s Journey and how Clone Wars inspired him to be a fan.@hhamer5 on Instagram Harvey Hamer on BluskyHarvey Hamer on ThreadsHarvey's Website Harvey is a British science-fiction and fantasy writer who grew up as an avid fan of many content creators, with a decade of experience writing about them. He's the author of The Diamond Dimensions Universe, based on DanTDM’s YouTube videos, a contributor to Star Wars Insider and Vlogger Beat, and a writer of comics and award-winning screenplays. He also runs a newsletter exploring his passions of Star Wars and ancient history as well as documenting his writing journey. When he’s not writing, Harvey’s either watching for research, planning his next trip to a historical site, or working out (occasionally all three at the same time). Twitter and Instagram @StarWarsMean2U Star Wars may have the largest and most diverse fanbase in all the galaxy—but every fan has their own certain point of view. So, tune your comlinks and join Star Wars enthusiasts, Dave (an OT kid) and Elora (a PT kid), every week for an in-depth conversation with a different devotee from all walks of life across the Star Wars fandom universe. Plus, it’s just FUN to talk about Star Wars. To bring balance to the fanbase, each episode we’ll delve into our guests’ personal Star Wars fandom story, and from that point of view, we’ll celebrate the power of the Force. Strap in, ignite your passion for the galaxy far, far away, and find out: What Does Stars Wars Mean To You? Music composed & performed by Gregory BromfieldCopyright 2026 David H. What Does Star Wars Mean To You? website

First we chat The Hunt for Ben Solo script and Disney’s rejection of it! What is the creative risk-taking at Lucasfilm and are they letting the Sequel Kids down by ignoring Adam Driver, the Force Dyad and the next generation of fandom? Then we look back on our conversation with Cris Macht (Documentarian, Podcast Host) and how Star Wars offer a reflection of our own personal lives. But one movie that Cris hasn’t seen is The Clone Wars (2008) so Dave & Elora put on their clone helmets to revisit the movie that started as a show that started the show that started it all (when it comes to the Clone Wars). We react to how it holds up, the importance of the arc within the greater story! We ask why is Jabba such a major character? What becomes of Rotta? How dark can animated Anakin Skywalker be? And what is the legacy of Ahsoka Tano from this introduction?Twitter and Instagram @StarWarsMean2U Star Wars may have the largest and most diverse fanbase in all the galaxy—but every fan has their own certain point of view. So, tune your comlinks and join Star Wars enthusiasts, Dave (an OT kid) and Elora (a PT kid), every week for an in-depth conversation with a different devotee from all walks of life across the Star Wars fandom universe. Plus, it’s just FUN to talk about Star Wars. To bring balance to the fanbase, each episode we’ll delve into our guests’ personal Star Wars fandom story, and from that point of view, we’ll celebrate the power of the Force. Strap in, ignite your passion for the galaxy far, far away, and find out: What Does Stars Wars Mean To You? Music composed & performed by Gregory BromfieldCopyright 2026 David H. What Does Star Wars Mean To You? website

This week, Chris Macht (filmmaker) joins us to share what Star Wars means to him! We his acclaimed documentaries The Force Among Us and The Force Within Us and explore the deep, personal connections that bind generations of Star Wars fans. We also chat collecting Vintage Star Wars toys, the best 9 Star Wars characters to field a baseball team, the community of Star Wars, the evolution of conventions and Star Wars Celebrations, the emotional power of Andor, Rogue One and the impact of John Williams’ music and how all of that shaped his identity, mirrored his life experiences and inspired Chris to preserve fan culture through storytelling.Cris Macht Patreon LinkCris's Facebook page Cris's Website Cris on YouTube A graduate from Columbia College, Cris started his entertainment career in the Music Business as a talent buyer and production manager. When not making independent film documentaries he works in television production. He has had the opportunity to work for the NHL during the Stanley Cup as well as the MLB Network during the 2016 world series and both Field Of Dream Games (to name a few). He has also appeared on the WGN Morning News several times. Cris has also been in the entertainment promotion business with a focus on street team distribution. His 1st 2 documentaries focus on his passion and love of Star Wars. He also has a deep love and for music and baseball. Twitter and Instagram @StarWarsMean2U Star Wars may have the largest and most diverse fanbase in all the galaxy—but every fan has their own certain point of view. So, tune your comlinks and join Star Wars enthusiasts, Dave (an OT kid) and Elora (a PT kid), every week for an in-depth conversation with a different devotee from all walks of life across the Star Wars fandom universe. Plus, it’s just FUN to talk about Star Wars. To bring balance to the fanbase, each episode we’ll delve into our guests’ personal Star Wars fandom story, and from that point of view, we’ll celebrate the power of the Force. Strap in, ignite your passion for the galaxy far, far away, and find out: What Does Stars Wars Mean To You? Music composed & performed by Gregory BromfieldCopyright 2026 David H. What Does Star Wars Mean To You? website

 This week, Elora & Dave have a full dose of Palpatine dark side energy! It’s our episode between episodes! We reflect on our interview with John Mark Tolly, co-host of War of the Stars talking about fandom identity and why inclusivity and individuality are the twin suns of Star Wars! We also take on Star Wars controversies including The Last Jedi, Kathleen Kennedy, Revenge of the Sith, John Williams, Han & Greedo, Rey Skywalker and more! We start a new game called “Fight or Flight” to determine what Star Wars Hills we’re willing to die on!Twitter and Instagram @StarWarsMean2U Star Wars may have the largest and most diverse fanbase in all the galaxy—but every fan has their own certain point of view. So, tune your comlinks and join Star Wars enthusiasts, Dave (an OT kid) and Elora (a PT kid), every week for an in-depth conversation with a different devotee from all walks of life across the Star Wars fandom universe. Plus, it’s just FUN to talk about Star Wars. To bring balance to the fanbase, each episode we’ll delve into our guests’ personal Star Wars fandom story, and from that point of view, we’ll celebrate the power of the Force. Strap in, ignite your passion for the galaxy far, far away, and find out: What Does Stars Wars Mean To You? Music composed & performed by Gregory BromfieldCopyright 2026 David H. What Does Star Wars Mean To You? website

This week we chat Star Wars with War of the Stars podcast host John Mark Tolly! From seeing Return of the Jedi in theaters to building a community-driven, long-running podcast, John shares his Star Wars Journey! John reveals why Clone Wars is his guilty pleasure Star Wars, how Luke Skywalker resonates with him today and how Legends novels like Heir to the Empire and games like X-Wing shaped his fandom. We talk about the importance of hope, family and fun in Star Wars storytelling, about the need for more big-screen experiences alongside Disney+ series like Andor and Skeleton Crew as well as what led him to the philosophy how Star Wars is for everybody!@warofthestars77 on X @warofthestars77 on Instagram John Mark on YouTube Twitter and Instagram @StarWarsMean2U Star Wars may have the largest and most diverse fanbase in all the galaxy—but every fan has their own certain point of view. So, tune your comlinks and join Star Wars enthusiasts, Dave (an OT kid) and Elora (a PT kid), every week for an in-depth conversation with a different devotee from all walks of life across the Star Wars fandom universe. Plus, it’s just FUN to talk about Star Wars. To bring balance to the fanbase, each episode we’ll delve into our guests’ personal Star Wars fandom story, and from that point of view, we’ll celebrate the power of the Force. Strap in, ignite your passion for the galaxy far, far away, and find out: What Does Stars Wars Mean To You? Music composed & performed by Gregory BromfieldCopyright 2026 David H. What Does Star Wars Mean To You? website Mentioned in this episode:Enjoying What Does Star Wars Mean To You?One of our goals this year is to grow the show so that WHAT DOES STAR WARS MEAN TO YOU reaches more listeners. And that’s where we’re asking you for help. And it’s really easy. Wherever you listen to us, please hit the subscribe button. If you’re liking the show, give us a 5 star rating and review on the platform you listen to us.It really does help us get noticed by new fans. May the force be with you

Droids! They aren't just machines doing mundane tasks, they're the back bone of Star Wars storytelling! From the astromech and protocol droid that started it all, to the disposal battle droids of the Prequel era and to the emerging personalities of the Disney Era, Elora and Dave cover R2-D2, C-3PO, KS-20, B2EMO, BB-8, D-0, L3-37, SM33 and chat how they aren't just a part of the story, they carry Star Wars stories! What is their place within plots? How do audiences react and relate to them? And how does each droid show to embody archetypes that mirror the galaxy’s larger struggles? So get your motivator going & screw in that antenna, it's a time to chat the importance and significance of Droids!But first Dave & Elora revisit their interview with Elise (@justthatstarwarsgirl), a Star Wars influencer and collector. They react to how Elise sees Star Wars as a lifestyle, integrating fashion, books, and fandom into her daily life. Her story highlights Star Wars spirit in the face of online hate, the importance of taking breaks (inspired by Rey), and how unapologetically embracing fandom can build community.Twitter and Instagram @StarWarsMean2U Star Wars may have the largest and most diverse fanbase in all the galaxy—but every fan has their own certain point of view. So, tune your comlinks and join Star Wars enthusiasts, Dave (an OT kid) and Elora (a PT kid), every week for an in-depth conversation with a different devotee from all walks of life across the Star Wars fandom universe. Plus, it’s just FUN to talk about Star Wars. To bring balance to the fanbase, each episode we’ll delve into our guests’ personal Star Wars fandom story, and from that point of view, we’ll celebrate the power of the Force. Strap in, ignite your passion for the galaxy far, far away, and find out: What Does Stars Wars Mean To You? Music composed & performed by Gregory BromfieldCopyright 2026 David H. What Does Star Wars Mean To You? website Mentioned in this episode:Enjoying What Does Star Wars Mean To You?One of our goals this year is to grow the show so that WHAT DOES STAR WARS MEAN TO YOU reaches more listeners. And that’s where we’re asking you for help. And it’s really easy. Wherever you listen to us, please hit the subscribe button. If you’re liking the show, give us a 5 star rating and review on the platform you listen to us.It really does help us get noticed by new fans. May the force be with you

Elise (inlfuencer, @JustTahtStarWarsGirl) chats what does Star Wars mean to her! From living the Star Wars lifestyle, to reading every novel and collecting all kinds of Star Wars memorabilia, Elise shares how fandom became a source of healing, community and creativity! She discusses how she derives insipiration from characaters like Rey, Qui-Gon Jinn and Ahsoka. Though we’re chatting Star Wars, we also touch upon the Star Wars books, collectibles, cosplay and the power of just saying the kind thing in the galaxy far, far away.@JustThatStarWarsGirl on Instagram Elise on YouTube @JustThatStarWarsGirl on ThreadsElise's Facebook page Elise's Website Twitter and Instagram @StarWarsMean2U Star Wars may have the largest and most diverse fanbase in all the galaxy—but every fan has their own certain point of view. So, tune your comlinks and join Star Wars enthusiasts, Dave (an OT kid) and Elora (a PT kid), every week for an in-depth conversation with a different devotee from all walks of life across the Star Wars fandom universe. Plus, it’s just FUN to talk about Star Wars. To bring balance to the fanbase, each episode we’ll delve into our guests’ personal Star Wars fandom story, and from that point of view, we’ll celebrate the power of the Force. Strap in, ignite your passion for the galaxy far, far away, and find out: What Does Stars Wars Mean To You? Music composed & performed by Gregory BromfieldCopyright 2026 David H. What Does Star Wars Mean To You? website Mentioned in this episode:Enjoying What Does Star Wars Mean To You?One of our goals this year is to grow the show so that WHAT DOES STAR WARS MEAN TO YOU reaches more listeners. And that’s where we’re asking you for help. And it’s really easy. Wherever you listen to us, please hit the subscribe button. If you’re liking the show, give us a 5 star rating and review on the platform you listen to us.It really does help us get noticed by new fans. May the force be with you

This week we’re talking Emmy snubs, Star Wars streaming & revisit our conversation with Christopher Giroux – it’s the Episode Between Episodes! First we look back on our chat with Christopher Giroux and how what Star Wars meant to him affected us! We explore why fandom matters, highlighting Christopher’s impactful insight that the central question of the franchise is “Where do I belong?”. The question that is connected to themes of found family, misfit heroes and fan community. Inspired by our conversation of Luke Skywalker’s first appearance in The Mandalorian, we then dive Into The Datapad to chat the cultural impact of Andor and the ongoing frustration with Emmy Awards snubbing sci-fi series and actors like Diego Luna, Stellan Skarsgard and Genevieve O’Reilly.The discussion expands to how Disney+ reshaped streaming with Star Wars television, the importance of appointment viewing, and whether shows like Andor will eventually be recognized alongside prestige dramas like Succession, White Lotus, and The Last of Us.Twitter and Instagram @StarWarsMean2U Star Wars may have the largest and most diverse fanbase in all the galaxy—but every fan has their own certain point of view. So, tune your comlinks and join Star Wars enthusiasts, Dave (an OT kid) and Elora (a PT kid), every week for an in-depth conversation with a different devotee from all walks of life across the Star Wars fandom universe. Plus, it’s just FUN to talk about Star Wars. To bring balance to the fanbase, each episode we’ll delve into our guests’ personal Star Wars fandom story, and from that point of view, we’ll celebrate the power of the Force. Strap in, ignite your passion for the galaxy far, far away, and find out: What Does Stars Wars Mean To You? Music composed & performed by Gregory BromfieldCopyright 2026 David H. What Does Star Wars Mean To You? website Mentioned in this episode:Enjoying What Does Star Wars Mean To You?One of our goals this year is to grow the show so that WHAT DOES STAR WARS MEAN TO YOU reaches more listeners. And that’s where we’re asking you for help. And it’s really easy. Wherever you listen to us, please hit the subscribe button. If you’re liking the show, give us a 5 star rating and review on the platform you listen to us.It really does help us get noticed by new fans. May the force be with you

Filmmaker Christopher Giroux shares what Star Wars means to him! We chat wearing out VHS tapes of The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi as a kid to sharing The Mandalorian with his wife at 4 a.m. viewings during the pandemic! We also chat Star Wars fandom, misfit heroes & guilty pleasure movies from the franchise! We pitch various movie ideas, including Star Wars Rom-Coms and his dream project, Horror on Hoth! Chris also shares how Star Wars inspires his filmmaking and why unity in the fanbase matters more than ever!Other highlights include:Why Boba Fett remains his favorite bounty hunter.Importance of honoring Fan Passion within the franchise.His most-quoted lines from the saga.His respect for Disney+ streaming content taking big swings.·      The enduring question at the heart of Star Wars: Where do I belong?@Christopher_Giroux on Instagram @A_Chris_G_Film on X Christopher Giroux’s career spans a multitude of productions, genres and over 50+ feature films.A 2009 Sheridan graduate in the Advanced TV and Film program, Giroux moved quickly up the industry ladder, producing 10 back-to-back high concept genre features with Black Fawn Films and Breakthrough Entertainment.Giroux is the former SVP of Production at Vortex Media from June 2023 - July 2025. In recent years he has produced and overseen production on such films as The Christmas Charade, Christmas Island, Learning To Love Again, Take Me Back For Christmas, The End of Sex, Anything For Jackson, The Voices of Her Mother, and the 2022 official TIFF selection, The End of Sex. Giroux's produced work has aired on Netflix, The Hallmark Channel, Lifetime, UPtv, Paramount+, Super Channel, W Network, Prime Video, Tubi, Roku, BBC, Shudder, Showtime, Hollywood Suite, Diva-Romania, TF1, StackTV, Hallmark+, Crave and more. In addition to Giroux’s production work, he is also a member of The Producer’s Roundtable of Ontario. He was awarded a Certified Fresh Trophy from Rotten Tomatoes for producing Anything For Jackson (2020), and has received two Canadian Screen Award nominations, for his work on Christmas Island (2023) & Take Me Back For Christmas (2023).Currently Giroux is the President of the not-for-profit, The Hamilton Film Board (2025). Twitter and Instagram @StarWarsMean2U Star Wars may have the largest and most diverse fanbase in all the galaxy—but every fan has their own certain point of view. So, tune your comlinks and join Star Wars enthusiasts, Dave (an OT kid) and Elora (a PT kid), every week for an in-depth conversation with a different devotee from all walks of life across the Star Wars fandom universe. Plus, it’s just FUN to talk about Star Wars. To bring balance to the fanbase, each episode we’ll delve into our guests’ personal Star Wars fandom story, and from that point of view, we’ll celebrate the power of the Force. Strap in, ignite your passion for the galaxy far, far away, and find out: What Does Stars Wars Mean To You? Music composed & performed by Gregory BromfieldCopyright 2026 David H. What Does Star Wars Mean To You? website Mentioned in this episode:Enjoying What Does Star Wars Mean To You?One of our goals this year is to grow the show so that WHAT DOES STAR WARS MEAN TO YOU reaches more listeners. And that’s where we’re asking you for help. And it’s really easy. Wherever you listen to us, please hit the subscribe button. If you’re liking the show, give us a 5 star rating and review on the platform you listen to us.It really does help us get noticed by new fans. May the force be with you

It’s our 100th episode! Celebrate with Elora and Dave as Dave finally answers the question we’ve asked over 60 guests: What Does Star Wars Mean to You? We revisit our Eric Clayton conversation on spirituality and Star Wars philosophy, highlighting our favorite moments from last week’s chat! Then we Elora poses the question to Dave, diving into his fandom from Kenner action figures, making it through the “dark times” between trilogies, discussing Luke Skywalker’s controversial role in The Last Jedi, rediscovering the prequels and defending Attack of the Clones as a guilty pleasure to some of Dave’s favorite real life Star Wars memories! Whether you’re a lifelong collector, a prequel trilogy kid, or a sequel trilogy defender, this celebratory episode explores how Star Wars shapes identity, philosophy, and joy across generations.Twitter and Instagram @StarWarsMean2U Star Wars may have the largest and most diverse fanbase in all the galaxy—but every fan has their own certain point of view. So, tune your comlinks and join Star Wars enthusiasts, Dave (an OT kid) and Elora (a PT kid), every week for an in-depth conversation with a different devotee from all walks of life across the Star Wars fandom universe. Plus, it’s just FUN to talk about Star Wars. To bring balance to the fanbase, each episode we’ll delve into our guests’ personal Star Wars fandom story, and from that point of view, we’ll celebrate the power of the Force. Strap in, ignite your passion for the galaxy far, far away, and find out: What Does Stars Wars Mean To You? Music composed & performed by Gregory BromfieldCopyright 2026 David H. What Does Star Wars Mean To You? website Mentioned in this episode:Enjoying What Does Star Wars Mean To You?One of our goals this year is to grow the show so that WHAT DOES STAR WARS MEAN TO YOU reaches more listeners. And that’s where we’re asking you for help. And it’s really easy. Wherever you listen to us, please hit the subscribe button. If you’re liking the show, give us a 5 star rating and review on the platform you listen to us.It really does help us get noticed by new fans. May the force be with you

Author Eric Clayton (My Life with the Jedi, Canonnball Moments) chats what Star Wars means to him! At the intersection of Jesuit spirituality and Star Wars storytelling, Eric explores the enduring appeal of the galaxy far, far away. We discuss fan favorites like Rogue One, Solo, and Lost Stars, the wisdom of Qui-Gon Jinn, and influence of The Ewok movies. Eric unpacks the Ignatian concept of “cannonball moments” and how they parallel Luke Skywalker’s journey in The Last Jedi, the moral lessons from the Jedi Council’s failures, and the bravery of rebels who fight without the Force. Along the way, we celebrate Star Wars strangeness—from Caravan of Courage Ewoks to mystical Bendu visions—and reflect on how the Force’s representation allows fans of all backgrounds to see their own spiritual beliefs in the saga. We’ve talked a lot about the politics of Star Wars, so this week, we’re taling the philosophies of Star Wars!@eclaytopia on Instagram @eclaytopia on X Eric's Website Eric's Facebook page Eric Clayton is an award-winning writer, speaker, storyteller and sought-after retreat leader. He is the author of My Life with the Jedi: The Spirituality of Star Wars and Cannonball Moments: Telling Your Story, Deepening Your Faith, both from Loyola Press. His next book, Finding Peace Here and Now: How Ignatian Spirituality Leads Us to Healing and Wholeness, is due out from Brazos Press in 2025. Eric is currently the deputy director of communications at the Jesuit Conference of Canada and the United States. He joined the team in 2019 and produces content that invites audiences to reflect on how to integrate Ignatian spirituality in their everyday life. He guest hosts “AMDG: A Jesuit Podcast” and writes an award-winning weekly newsletter entitled “Now Discern This” for an audience of nearly 30,000 subscribers. Twitter and Instagram @StarWarsMean2U Star Wars may have the largest and most diverse fanbase in all the galaxy—but every fan has their own certain point of view. So, tune your comlinks and join Star Wars enthusiasts, Dave (an OT kid) and Elora (a PT kid), every week for an in-depth conversation with a different devotee from all walks of life across the Star Wars fandom universe. Plus, it’s just FUN to talk about Star Wars. To bring balance to the fanbase, each episode we’ll delve into our guests’ personal Star Wars fandom story, and from that point of view, we’ll celebrate the power of the Force. Strap in, ignite your passion for the galaxy far, far away, and find out: What Does Stars Wars Mean To You? Music composed & performed by Gregory BromfieldCopyright 2026 David H. What Does Star Wars Mean To You? website Mentioned in this episode:Enjoying What Does Star Wars Mean To You?One of our goals this year is to grow the show so that WHAT DOES STAR WARS MEAN TO YOU reaches more listeners. And that’s where we’re asking you for help. And it’s really easy. Wherever you listen to us, please hit the subscribe button. If you’re liking the show, give us a 5 star rating and review on the platform you listen to us.It really does help us get noticed by new fans. May the force be with you

This week, we look back on our chat with Lisa Stevens and Vic Wertz, mega-collectors who own The Imperial Archives, and discuss their heart-felt take on what Star Wars means to them. Inspired by the first item in their collection, a Power of the Force Boba Fett, Dave subjects Elora to watching the first appearance of Boba Fett in the Star Wars Holiday Special short, The Faithful Wookie! We discuss how it fits into the greater Star Wars tapestry, how it premieres his famous disintegration gun, the Amban Sniper Rifle, it's place in Star War weirdness and how animation in Star Wars is used to stretch the mythology of the franchise! We share how we Star Wars'd this week as Dave continues down the RPG rabbit hole and Elora takes a trip down a Kylo Ren and Rey TikTok rabbit hole! The Saga Musuem WebsiteThe Saga Museum on TwitterRancho Obi Wan on TwitterThe Saga Museum on BluSkyRancho Obi Wan on BluSkyThe Saga Museum on InstagramRancho Obi Wan on InstagramTwitter and Instagram @StarWarsMean2U Star Wars may have the largest and most diverse fanbase in all the galaxy—but every fan has their own certain point of view. So, tune your comlinks and join Star Wars enthusiasts, Dave (an OT kid) and Elora (a PT kid), every week for an in-depth conversation with a different devotee from all walks of life across the Star Wars fandom universe. Plus, it’s just FUN to talk about Star Wars. To bring balance to the fanbase, each episode we’ll delve into our guests’ personal Star Wars fandom story, and from that point of view, we’ll celebrate the power of the Force. Strap in, ignite your passion for the galaxy far, far away, and find out: What Does Stars Wars Mean To You? Music composed & performed by Gregory BromfieldCopyright 2026 David H. What Does Star Wars Mean To You? website Mentioned in this episode:Enjoying What Does Star Wars Mean To You?One of our goals this year is to grow the show so that WHAT DOES STAR WARS MEAN TO YOU reaches more listeners. And that’s where we’re asking you for help. And it’s really easy. Wherever you listen to us, please hit the subscribe button. If you’re liking the show, give us a 5 star rating and review on the platform you listen to us.It really does help us get noticed by new fans. May the force be with you

They own The Imperial Archives, one of the largest Star Wars Memorabilia collections in the world. We chat with mega-collectors Lisa Stevens and Vic Wertz to find out what does Star War mean to them! We talk about fandom, collecting, and the creation of the Saga Museum of Star Wars Memorabilia—a fan-driven Star Wars museum initiative that will combine the collections of Steve Sansweet, . From their favorite Star Wars quotes, minor characters, and spaceships we find out their Five with the Force! They get our collectors’ feels buzzing as they reveal the jaw-dropping stories of acquiring rare prototypes (including the infamous rocket-firing Boba Fett), the story behind the Kenner Early Bird gift certificates, early Kenner toy line prototype sketches, building a Star Wars collectors community, their experience on the Galactic Starcruiser at Disney World, having Doug Chiang design their Star Wars themed home theater and the mystery of who actually got the Qui-Gon Jinn’s funeral boots, rare Ewok action figures, concept art and more!The Saga Musuem WebsiteThe Saga Museum on TwitterRancho Obi Wan on TwitterThe Saga Museum on BluSkyRancho Obi Wan on BluSkyThe Saga Museum on InstagramRancho Obi Wan on InstagramTwitter and Instagram @StarWarsMean2U Star Wars may have the largest and most diverse fanbase in all the galaxy—but every fan has their own certain point of view. So, tune your comlinks and join Star Wars enthusiasts, Dave (an OT kid) and Elora (a PT kid), every week for an in-depth conversation with a different devotee from all walks of life across the Star Wars fandom universe. Plus, it’s just FUN to talk about Star Wars. To bring balance to the fanbase, each episode we’ll delve into our guests’ personal Star Wars fandom story, and from that point of view, we’ll celebrate the power of the Force. Strap in, ignite your passion for the galaxy far, far away, and find out: What Does Stars Wars Mean To You? Music composed & performed by Gregory BromfieldCopyright 2026 David H. What Does Star Wars Mean To You? website Mentioned in this episode:Enjoying What Does Star Wars Mean To You?One of our goals this year is to grow the show so that WHAT DOES STAR WARS MEAN TO YOU reaches more listeners. And that’s where we’re asking you for help. And it’s really easy. Wherever you listen to us, please hit the subscribe button. If you’re liking the show, give us a 5 star rating and review on the platform you listen to us.It really does help us get noticed by new fans. May the force be with you

It’s the episode between episodes! Elora and Dave chat what stood out to them after their chat with Tom Hoeler, Editorial Director at Random House Worlds! Inspired by their convo with Tom, they decide to deep dive into the Marvel adaptation of Return of the Jedi (1983).The Saga Musuem WebsiteJulien's Star War Memorabilia WebsiteWe also have a sneak peek at next week’s episode with Lisa Stevens and Vic Wertz who owns one of the largest Star Wars memorabilia collections in the world. They have joined up with 3 other collectors to develop The Saga Museum of Star Wars Memorabilia.In this clip, they share how any collector can bid on a wide range of Star Wars memorabilia to support the development of The Saga Museum!The Saga Museum on TwitterRancho Obi Wan on TwitterThe Saga Museum on BluSkyRancho Obi Wan on BluSkyThe Saga Museum on InstagramRancho Obi Wan on InstagramTwitter and Instagram @StarWarsMean2U Star Wars may have the largest and most diverse fanbase in all the galaxy—but every fan has their own certain point of view. So, tune your comlinks and join Star Wars enthusiasts, Dave (an OT kid) and Elora (a PT kid), every week for an in-depth conversation with a different devotee from all walks of life across the Star Wars fandom universe. Plus, it’s just FUN to talk about Star Wars. To bring balance to the fanbase, each episode we’ll delve into our guests’ personal Star Wars fandom story, and from that point of view, we’ll celebrate the power of the Force. Strap in, ignite your passion for the galaxy far, far away, and find out: What Does Stars Wars Mean To You? Music composed & performed by Gregory BromfieldCopyright 2026 David H. What Does Star Wars Mean To You? website Mentioned in this episode:Enjoying What Does Star Wars Mean To You?One of our goals this year is to grow the show so that WHAT DOES STAR WARS MEAN TO YOU reaches more listeners. And that’s where we’re asking you for help. And it’s really easy. Wherever you listen to us, please hit the subscribe button. If you’re liking the show, give us a 5 star rating and review on the platform you listen to us.It really does help us get noticed by new fans. May the force be with you

Star Wars novel fans have we got a show for you! We sit down with Tom Hoeler, Editorial Director at Random House Worlds, to explore storytelling, fandom, and Star Wars publishing all at once. From his childhood love of Return of the Jedi and I, Jedi to shepherding modern classics like The Star Wars: Reign of the Empire (Mask of Fear) and the Star Wars: From a Certain Point of View anthologies, Tom shares his unique journey from fan to professional.We dive deep into the role of a Star Wars book editor, the art of balancing canon with author creativity, and the behind-the-scenes development of the highly anticipated Star Wars Episoe III Revenge of the Sith deluxe edition with annotations by Matthew Stover. Plus, Tom reveals favorite minor characters, most underrated novels, and sneak peeks at upcoming titles like Reign of the Empire part II.Tom Hoeler on BlueSkyTom Hoeler on Threads@DarthInternous on X Tom Hoeler is an editorial diriector at Random House Worlds, where he’s worked with authors like Timothy Zahn, Rebecca Roanhorse, Delilah S. Dawson, Cavan Scott, Christie Golden, and Madeleine Roux. Licensed properties he works on include Star Wars, Magic: The Gathering, and World of Warcraft. He lives in New York, where he collects board games, hosts elaborate Lord of the Rings movie marathons, perfects recipes, and manages two senior interns who happen to be cats. He cannot ride a bicycle. Twitter and Instagram @StarWarsMean2U Star Wars may have the largest and most diverse fanbase in all the galaxy—but every fan has their own certain point of view. So, tune your comlinks and join Star Wars enthusiasts, Dave (an OT kid) and Elora (a PT kid), every week for an in-depth conversation with a different devotee from all walks of life across the Star Wars fandom universe. Plus, it’s just FUN to talk about Star Wars. To bring balance to the fanbase, each episode we’ll delve into our guests’ personal Star Wars fandom story, and from that point of view, we’ll celebrate the power of the Force. Strap in, ignite your passion for the galaxy far, far away, and find out: What Does Stars Wars Mean To You? Music composed & performed by Gregory BromfieldCopyright 2026 David H. What Does Star Wars Mean To You? website Mentioned in this episode:Enjoying What Does Star Wars Mean To You?One of our goals this year is to grow the show so that WHAT DOES STAR WARS MEAN TO YOU reaches more listeners. And that’s where we’re asking you for help. And it’s really easy. Wherever you listen to us, please hit the subscribe button. If you’re liking the show, give us a 5 star rating and review on the platform you listen to us.It really does help us get noticed by new fans. May the force be with you