Episodes
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This week, we are chatting about the greatest musical genius of our time, the iconic and brilliant John Williams. Ben and Grant begin their discussion of the legendary composer by parsing over the new insights they’ve gleaned from the recently released documentary, Music by John Williams on Disney+. After talking about the informative and deeply moving film, the cantina crew take part in a John Williams Music Draft, wherein each host drafts their favorite theme from each of the saga films in any order. We hope you enjoy this celebration of John Williams and his indelible mark not only on Star Wars but film and music history.
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This week, the cantina crew gather around the table to discuss the newly announced development deal with Simon Kinberg to create a wholly original Star Wars trilogy.
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In this week’s episode we chat about the new Skeleton Crew trailer before delving into the depths of Metagos to review the latest Star Wars novel, Mace Windu: The Glass Abyss by Steven Barnes.
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Join Grant and Adam at the bar this week, where they discuss all of the news from New York Comic Con. They examine the recent news surrounding the comics and other far-flung topics, like what impact the success of Skeleton Crew might have on the future of Star Wars, why they aren't bringing any expectations to the show, what they would like to see in the Rey movie, and the possible connection between the juggernaut that is Agatha All Along and the galaxy far far away.
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As Grant fights his way out of the Occlusion Zone, Adam and Ben discuss the Star Wars news of the week, before recruiting a Saber for Hire. We review Cavan Scott's four issue High Republic mini-series following Ty Yorirck: Monster Hunter, and get glimpses of her traumatic past and a greater perspective on the battle with the Nihl. Grab yourself a drink and saddle up to the bar!.
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Episode 61 - The Fallen Council
This week, the cantina crew discuss the exciting prospect of an Obi-wan Kenobi Season 2 and explore possible story ideas for this next adventure. After a spirited conversation about Kenobi, we dive into our review of George Mann’s latest High Republic novel, Tears of the Nameless. ”
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Now that we’ve all rolled credits on Star Wars: Outlaws, we finally delve into the story, characters and major reveals while also sharing our final thoughts on the game and how future Star Wars titles could build on the Outlaws formula. After a lengthy chat about Outlaws, we share our review of the Star Wars: Inquisitors comic miniseries followed by you guessed it, more chit-chat about the Rey film, or as we’ve now dubbed it, the “Master Skywalker” film.
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At last, the time has come to review the final issue of Darth Vader. Greg Pak delivers a poetic and fitting conclusion to an unforgettable tale about Vader’s pursuit of ultimate power and the painful memories that keep him from wielding it. Stay tuned towards the end of the show for another, no holds barred, conversation about the Rey film!
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This week, we breakdown rumors surrounding the development of The New Jedi Order film and chat about Ben’s progress in Star Wars: Outlaws before returning to the High Republic era to review the latest issues of High Republic: Adventures and the Kelnacca one-shot. Rarrrrggghh!
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This week, we start the pod with a tribute and honorary toast to the life of the legendary stage and screen performer, James Earl Jones. After we remark upon Jones’ prolific career and the powerful presence he brought to Darth Vader, we return to our coverage of the comics. Join us as we dive into the fungal network on the living planet of Gazian to discuss final issue of the Star Wars main run!
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Your favorite gang of scoundrels are back in the cantina to discuss more Star Wars: Outlaws! As we dig into the game, Ben and Adam share highlights from their time in the open world and praise the game for the bounty of side missions it offers, while Grant shares his final critique of the game and hopes for the future of open world Star Wars experiences.
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The time has come to review the first triple-A, open world Star Wars game in ‘Star Wars: Outlaws’ developed by Ubisoft and Massive Entertainment alongside partner Lucasfilm Games. Join us inside the ‘Broken Hoof’ for a spoiler-free chat about our early impressions of the game and hear our thoughts for how the next iteration of open world Star Wars could build upon the sturdy foundation that is, Star Wars: Outlaws.
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Join us as we pour one out for The Acolyte, a show that brought compelling ideas to Star Wars and setup tantalizing questions that we sadly may never see resolved as the show is reported to have not been renewed for a second season. We then take our time calling out the toxic contingent of Star Wars fans and the rage-filled content mills on YouTube claiming “victory” over this announcement. After blasting the trolls, we descend on Disney and talk about the problem with the optics they’ve created through this decision and why data worship can lead to a monoculture of low art. If you stick around through the tumult of our frustration with both Disney and the fandom menace, we do eventually return to a state of joy and not only review some comics, but also host our first ever Underworld Draft!
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This week, the gang is back together to breakdown all the latest news and announcements from D23! After discussing the event, we pitch an idea for how to combine two film projects absent from the showcase.
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Star Wars Cantina Chronicles Episode 52 - Unlimited Power
This week, we are joined by our good friend Jason for a chat about Fantasy Flight’s wildly exciting trading card game, Star Wars Unlimited! After sharing our thoughts about the game in the six months since its release and exploring our predictions for leader cards in the upcoming set, Twilight of the Republic, we switch hyperlanes to discuss a topic that’s always on our minds, The Force. We discuss how it has been utilized in the canon thus far, the broad spectrum of Force powers, and how Rey Skywalker can reinvent the Jedi Order to allow attachment, instill selflessness and limit lightsabers to a deserved few to restore a sense of sacredness to the weapon of a Jedi Knight.
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This week, Adam, Ben and Grant parse through all the latest news from the Lucasfilm Publishing Panel at SDCC as a fitting lead-in to their review of recently completed arcs in the Star Wars comics that are on stands now, such as the Jango Fett miniseries and The Trial of Lando Calrissian featured in the Star Wars main run (Star Wars #43-#47).
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This week, we venture beyond the Stormwall to review the latest High Republic novel, ‘Temptation of the Force’ by Tessa Gratton. Before we dive into the book and discuss Jedi coupling, battles with the Nameless and a mysterious blight that threatens the galaxy, we conduct a final Medal Ceremony for The Acolyte!
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Still in utter disbelief and fascination of all that unfolded in the finale of The Acolyte, we do our best to collect ourselves for our last instant reaction podcast for season one. It happened, Darth Plagueis The Wise has appeared in a live-action Star Wars story! We discuss the mysterious Sith Lord and his possible involvement with story thus far. We also discuss Sol’s tragic end, Vernestrah’s abuse of power and continued brand management while under external review, as well as Osha’s new role as an Acolyte of the dark side.
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This week, we’re back in the cantina for another instant reaction pod for The Acolyte! As we breakdown all the scenes in Episode 7, “Choice,” we dissect and scrutinize Jedi protocol and conduct, analyze the impulsive and damaging choices made by our favorite noble knights and how a droid could’ve helped avert the crisis that unfolded on Brendok 16 years ago…
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While Ben enjoys time on the relaxing beaches of Glee Anselm, Adam and Grant share their instant reactions to Episode 6 of The Acolyte! We discuss The Stranger's tactics and methods of seduction in his attempt to engender trust with Osha, Sol and Mae's cat & mouse game aboard a cramped Jedi transport, and most importantly, the arrival of Vernestrah Rwoh on the scene, that is, the crime scene left on Khofar. Stay tuned to the end of the episode to hear a spoiler-filled theory that addresses The Stranger's past and his connection to the Jedi Order!
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