The Blockade Runner Star Wars Podcast

We discuss the possiblity of Daisy Ridley returning to Star Wars soon, Avatar overtaking TFA at the box office, Ryan's recent retro Star Wars game purchases, and friend of the show Dave Hackerson's reflections on 2022 and thoughts on Bad Batch season 2. Episode Links Daisy Ridley Open to Return to Star Wars Avatar: The Way of the Water Overtakes The Force Awakens at the Box Office Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

We look ahead at the big Star Wars projects on the horizon in 2023 including The Bad Batch, Jedi: Survivor, Celebration, Ahsoka, and Skeleton Crew before breaking down the Mandalorian season three trailer immediately after its release. Episode Links The Mandalorian Season Three Trailer Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Ryan and John return from a holiday hiatus to discuss our Star Wars highlights from 2022 including Obi-Wan Kenobi, Andor, Star Wars Celebration Anaheim, and much more. Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

We take this week off from talking Star Wars and instead focus on two other Lucasfilm projects, Willow and Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. We breakdown the first two episodes of Willow, debate deepfake Indiana Jones, share our hopes for Indy 5 overall, and briefly look at the classic Willow NES and arcade games. Episode Links Willow - Hardcore Gaming 101 Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Ryan and John discuss the brilliant and inspiring Andor finale "Rix Road" immediately after viewing it on the morning of its release.  Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Ryan and John discuss Andor episode 11, "Daughter of Ferrix" (including emo droids, unexpected aliens, Chandrillan arranged marriages, and hero moments for Luthen) as well as our predictions for the upcoming season finale. Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

It was a big week in Star Wars with the release of "Grogu and the Dust Bunnies," Andor episode 10 "One Way Out," The Acolyte beginning filming, and rumors of new Star Wars movies both in development and being canceled. We discuss all of it in an uncharacteristically reasonably-lengthed episode. Episode Links Acolyte Starts Filming Shawn Levy in Talks to Direct a Star Wars Film J.D. Dillard Star Wars Movie No Longer Happening Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

The first half of this episode features our look at Andor episode nine,  "Nobody's Listening." We spend the remainder of the show discussing the rumored Damon Lindeloff Star Wars movie, how and why Lucasfilm announces (and then sometimes cancels) Star Wars projects, and what we'd like to see from the movie if/when it happens. Episode Links The Hollywood Reporter: "A Look Inside Damon Lindeloff's Star Wars Movie" Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

This episode features our discussion of Andor episodes 7 and 8, an insightful message from our friend Dave Hackerson about Andor's commentary on real world colonialism, and our thoughts on Tales of the Jedi. Episode Links Dave's Twitter Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Ryan and John return after a few weeks away to discuss the complete second arc of Andor and basically gush over how much we adore the show for the duration of the episode. Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Ryan and John discuss the first three episodes of Andor including our overall impressions (we love it), the incredible cast of characters, and why a different flavor of Star Wars is so welcome for this specific show. Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

We discuss the trailers, announcements, and reveals from D23 before discussing our favorite moments from the Obi-Wan Kenobi: A Jedi's Return documentary. Episode Links Andor Final Trailer Tales of the Jedi Trailer The Mandalorian Season 3 Trailer Eman Esfandi Joins Ahsoka as Ezra Willow Trailer Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Rogue One returning to IMAX theaters acts as a catalyst for Ryan and John to reassess the movie. We then discuss the Andor footage shown at those IMAX screenings before discussing Rian Johnson's recent comments on returning to Star Wars and a few quick thoughts on Shadow of the Sith. Episode Links Rian Johnson Still Wants to Make His Star Wars Trilogy Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

After a few summer weeks away from the podcast, Ryan and John return to discuss Andor, Light and Magic, some summer reading, and the Lego Star Wars Summer Vacation special. Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Ryan and John return after a week off to discuss Taika Star Wars and Andor news plus share some super insightful comments on Obi-Wan Kenobi's Japanese translation from friend of the show Dave Hackerson. Episode Links Dave’s Thread on Anakin/Vader from Obi-Wan Part 6 Dave on Twitter Light and Magic Trailer Taika On His Star Wars Andor: Tony Gilroy Explains Rogue One Prequel Series’ Epic Five-Year Structure Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Brandon and Maggie of Talking Bay 94 join John to celebrate the incredible finale to Obi-Wan Kenobi. Talking Bay 94 Links Talking Bay 94 Brandon on Twitter Maggie on Twitter Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Ryan and John break down Obi-Wan Kenobi parts 4 and 5 in anticipation of the upcoming series finale. We look at revelations regarding Reva's past, how processing trauma is at the heart of the show, the thematic through line of protecting children/innocents, potential resolutions to Reva's story, and much more. Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Author and journalist Alex Kane joins Ryan and John to discuss upcoming Star Wars video games including the Knights of the Old Republic remake, Jedi: Survivor, and the announced but still mysterious Amy Hennig and Ubisoft Star Wars games. Episode Links Alex's Knights of the Old Republic Book Alex's Twitter Calling on Kenobi: Part 4 SWCA 2022: Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords Coming to Nintendo Switch SWCA 2022: Respawn’s Stig Asmussen Talks Star Wars Jedi: Survivor and Reflects on Its Predecessor Saber Interactive is working on the Star Wars KOTOR remake 7 Things We Learned From the Star Wars: Hunters Panel Amy Hennig and Skydance New Media Creating New Star Wars game Snowdrop - The Star Wars Project Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Ryan and John continue to catch up on Celebration announcements by breaking down the Andor teaser as well as discussing the Mandalorian season three and Ahsoka reveals and footage from the Mando+ panel. Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Ryan and John catch up on the first three chapters of Obi-Wan Kenobi after returning home from Celebration. We discuss the important players, plot points, and surprises before closing the show by gushing over *that* confrontation at the close of part 3. Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Ryan and John recount their favorite Celebration memories from the Capri Suites Anaheim in this super short episode. We talk about meeting friends new and old, attending Mosh Eisley, our favorite panels, and more.  Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

In this final episode before Star Wars Celebration 2022, Ryan and John spend the bulk of this one discussing the future of Star Wars Disney+ shows through the lens of Anthony Breznican's "The Rebellion Will Be Televised" article for Vanity Fair. We close out the show with some Republic Commando impressions and our plans for Celebration. Episode Links The Rebellion Will Be Televised Star Wars Forever: How Kathleen Kennedy Is Expanding the Galaxy Ash - "Clones" Ash - "Jack Names The Planets" Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

This one is all about breaking down every moment of the fantastic new Obi-Wan Kenobi trailer. We talk the show's cinematic look, Owen's sick burn, legacy character cameos, and theorize about the most intriguing moments. Episode Links: Obi-Wan Kenobi Full Trailer Diving Into a Tote Full of Star Wars Collectibles Video Show Links: Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

This week's episode features our commentary on many smaller developments and news items in the world of Star Wars including Amy Hennig's recently announced Star Wars game, Natalie Holt composing the score for Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Ewan McGregor, Kelly Marie Tran, and Billie Lourd coming to Star Wars Celebration Anaheim. Episode Links Amy Hennig Creating New Star Wars Game Andor Plans Go From Five Seasons to Three Disney Gallery: The Book of Boba Fett Coming on May 4th Natalie Holt Confirmed as Composer for Obi-Wan Kenobi Series Hayden Christensen Star Wars Animated Shows to Prepare for Obi-Wan Kenobi Liam Neeson Wants to Return to Star Wars, But Only In A Film New Promotional Banner for Obi-Wan Kenobi Teases Darth Vader Duel Ewan McGregor Headlines Star Wars Celebration Anaheim Guest List Kelly Marie Tran and Billie Lourd Added to Star Wars Celebration Anaheim Guest List Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

After taking a week off, Ryan and John return to discuss a few recent rumors, our hopes for the big Star Wars Celebration Anaheim panels, and John's impressions of Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga. Episode Links ‘Kingdom Hearts 4’ Fans Might Have Spotted Evidence of a ‘Star Wars’ Crossover in New Trailer Peter Ramsey Tapped as a Director of ‘Ahsoka,’ the Latest ‘Star Wars’ Series  Star Wars: Visions Season 2 on the Way? Obi-Wan Kenobi Will Focus on a Time of Darkness in the Galaxy Join Lucasfilm’s Filmmakers and Special Guests for a Look at What’s Coming Soon to a Galaxy Near You…  Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni to Talk The Mandalorian at Star Wars Celebration Anaheim Fall In With Star Wars: The Bad Batch at Celebration Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

This episode is all about Obi-Wan Kenobi and Celebration hype. We cover the updated Kenobi release date, what it may mean for Celebration, recently announced guests for that event, wrestling pay-per-view and film release strategies, and more! Episode Links Disney Vows to Help Repeal Florida’s ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill: ‘It Should Never Have Passed’ Star Wars Celebration Anaheim Announces First Celebrity Guests  Shadow of the Sith Excerpt Incoming Transmission from Obi-Wan Kenobi Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

We start this episode with updates on the Amidala Initiative and Disney employee walkouts before exploring Obi-Wan Kenobi news from EW and recent Darth Maul and Damon Lindelof rumors. We close the show out with our personal Star Wars Celebration plans. Episode Links Amidala Initiative has raised over $10k, extending through April Disney Dissent Looks To Grow Over ‘Don’t Say Gay’ As LGBTQ+ Staff Plan Walkouts Starting Today ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’: Darth Maul Scenes Cut, Luke Skywalker Replaced During Creative Overhaul Is Damon Lindelof Lucasfilm's Next Jedi? Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Ryan and John open the show by discussing our continued frustration with Disney's support for the Florida lawmakers behind the state's "Don't Say Gay" bill before spending the remainder of the episode breaking down the newly-released Obi-Wan Kenobi trailer and Entertainment Weekly coverage. Episode Links Obi-Wan Kenobi Teaser Trailer See Exclusive First Look Photos from Obi-Wank Kenobi Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

On this episode of The Blockade Runner Podcast, Ryan and John pay tribute to Alan Ladd Jr. before discussing the inspiring Star Wars fans that have come together to support Equality in Texas and Disney's uninspired campaign contributions. Stick around after the outro for a bonus segment on The Batman. Episode Links Alan Ladd Jr., Early Champion of Star Wars, Passes Away  The Amidala Initiative for Equality Texas Disney Donates to Sponsors of ‘Don’t Say Gay’ Bill Despite Marketing for ‘Inclusion’ Disney’s statement No one wants to work at Quantic Dream Show Link Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

After seven weeks of The Book of Boba Fett, Ryan and John return to discuss the EA/Respawn video game announcements, the Obi-Wan Kenobi poster and release date, and a rumored new Star Wars show for Disney+.  Episode Links Obi-Wan Kenobi Will Debut May 25 on Disney+ John Williams Returns to ‘Star Wars’ Universe with ‘Obi-Wan Kenobi’ Theme Electronic Arts and Lucasfilm Games Announce New Star Wars Titles in Development from Respawn… Rumor: ‘Spider-Man: No Way Home’ Director Jon Watts Might Direct Mystery ‘Star Wars’ Series Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Taking inspiration from The Book of Boba Fett's westerns influence, Ryan and John discuss chapter 7 through a "the good, the bad, and the ugly" framework. We spend the most time on the parts we enjoyed, but also acknowledge some of the episode's weaker points as well as we wrap up our look at each chapter of the show. Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Fett Chapter 6: "From the Desert Comes a Stranger." We discuss the many surprising character appearances, the conflict between attachment and creed, the deep fake of it all, and of course our predictions for next week's finale. Episode Links Listen to Talking Bay 94 Talking Bay 94 on Twitter Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Ryan and John discuss the extremely exciting fifth chapter of The Book of Boba Fett.  Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Ryan and John cover a few quick Star Wars news stories including Dr. Aphra's GLAAD award, the troubling news about the development of Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, and a new casting reveal for Ahsoka. They devote the rest of the show to discussing The Book of Boba Fett Chapter 4, "The Gathering Storm." Episode Links Doctor Aphra Nominated for a Glaad Award (Again) Alyssa Wong Interview New LEGO Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga Trailer and Launch Date Revealed Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga has led to extensive crunch at TT Games Mary Elizabeth Winstead Joins Rosario Dawson in ‘Ahsoka’ Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

We open this week's episode with a quick run down of the Star Wars books and comics Ryan's been reading before spending the rest of the episode breaking down chapter 3 of The Book of Boba Fett. Apologies for John's echoey audio; my mic settings were off and my normally aggressively average audio quality is lower than usual this week. Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

We open this week's episode by running through the recent High Republic Phase 2 announcements before spending the rest of the show gushing over how much we loved The Book of Boba Fett Chapter 2. Episode Links 10 Things We Learned From The Star Wars: The High Republic Anniversary Special Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

After sharing a few Star Wars-related holiday highlights, we devote the entirety of this episode to discussing our initial thoughts and impressions of "Stranger in a Strange Land," the debut chapter of The Book of Boba Fett. Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

In our final episode before The Book of Boba Fett debuts, Ryan and John discuss the progress of the #BlackoutStarWarsEclipse movement, Book of Boba Fett news (including the revelation that the trailers only show footage from the first half of the first episode), and a new Han and Chewie series from Marvel. We finish up the show proper with John's early impressions of Tales From The Galaxy's Edge. After we sign off, we include a Spider-Man: No Way Home *spoiler-filled* discussion so be sure to avoid that if you haven't yet seen the film. Episode Links The Hollywood Reporter - “How The Book of Boba Fett Will Shake Up Star Wars” MARVEL’S HAN SOLO & CHEWBACCA SERIES COMING MARCH 2022 Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Much of this week's episode is focused on Star Wars Eclipe, the newly announced High Republic-era game from developer Quantic Dream. As much as we'd like to be excited about a new project bringing together two of our favorite aspects of Star Wars fandom (High Republic and games), we're disgusted by Lucasfilm Games choosing to partner with David Cage and Quantic Dream. Ryan walks us through the long history of accusations and abuse from the studio and we ultimately explain why we won't be buying or playing the game. After that discussion we save what we (kinda, maybe?) love by discussing a Rogue Squadron production update and Crimson Reign #1. Episode Links Quantic Dream sucks Ellen Page Explored Legal Action Against Sony Over Nude … David Cage's Quantic Dream Accused Of Being A Toxic Workplace Report: Quantic Dream Executives Cry, Ask If They Can Lie … Detroit Dev Quantic Dream Wins Lawsuit Without ... - Kotaku Quantic Dream and union at odds over "grotesque" trial French outlet which successfully defended itself from Quantic Dream bosses' lawsuit releases statement Heavy Rain studio Quantic Dream no longer making PlayStation exclusives Detroit: Become Human’s Original Controversial Content Partly Drove Sony Away From Quantic Dream – Report Known Insider Sheds Light on Sony Quantic Dream ... Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

This week's episode features our discussion of Empire Magazine's Book of Boba Fett feature as well as some speculation about the futures of both Star Wars on Disney+ and IDW comics. Episode Links Book of Boba Fett Season Length Confirmed Kathleen Kennedy Statement on Rangers of the New Republic IDW’s High Republic Adventures #13 Will Be the Final Issue of “The Current Run”... Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

It's our 200th episode and we celebrated by recording a completely standard episode covering Star Wars comics and games news plus a big casting rumor for the upcoming Ahsoka show on Disney+. Episode Links Dark Horse Comics Returns to the Star Wars Galaxy Ahsoka Tano Disney Plus Series Casts Natasha Liu Bordizzo as Sabine Wren 4 original Xbox Star Wars games added to backwards compatibility: ROTS, Starfighter, Clone Wars, Jedi Knight 2 From a Galaxy Far Far Away, Limited Run Games Brings Star Wars™: Knights of the Old Republic to the Switch, Premium & Master Editions to Switch/PC Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Ryan and John discuss #DPDD, the Kenobi teaser video, our takes on the prospect of Obi-Wan and Vader meeting between trilogies, and the Under the Helmet: The Legacy of Boba Fett mini-documentary. Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Ryan and John share their tepid (sorry) reactions to the recently released Book of Boba Fett teaser before discussing the likely Rogue Squadron delay and the possibility of an Old Republic film on the horizon. Episode Links Book of Boba Fett Trailer Lucasfilm Developing Old Republic Movie for 2023 as Rogue Squadron Could Move to 2024 Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

We catch up on the latest Star Wars publishing announcements including new non-High Republic novels for 2022, the conclusion of The War of the Bounty Hunters series, and Ghosts of Vader's Castle. We also discuss Hasbro's 2021 PulseCon announcements and Hayden Christensen's possible appearance in more Disney+ projects. Episode Links Hayden Christensen Returning to ‘Star Wars’ With ‘Ahsoka’ Series Now Boarding Marvel’s Star Wars: Halcyon Legacy New Books Starring Luke and Lando, Obi-Wan and Anakin, and More Revealed – Exclusive The High Republic Phase 1 End Date Announced HASBRO PULSECON 2021: HASLAB RANCOR, NEW MANDO FIGURES, AND MORE REVEALED Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Nintendo World Report's Neal Ronaghan joins us for part one of our Star Wars on N64 retrospective. We tackle N64 console exclusives Shadows of the Empire and Rogue Squadron as well as the console's launch and LucasArts's relationship with Nintendo. Episode Links Neal on Twitter Force Material Episode 87 - Jon Knoles on Shadows of the Empire Nintendo Gets Video Games Rights to Star Wars Show Links Email = blockaderunnerpodcast@gmail.com Click here to send us a voice message! Twitter Instagram Anchor YouTube

Dave Hackerson joins us from Japan to discuss each short film in the Star Wars: Visions anthology series. Dave's knowledge of Japanese culture and history is illuminating and we're looking forward to having him back soon to discuss Visions f