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Here's audio from panel we are on at this year's Dragon Con: Episode IX Speculation! Thanks to our awesome panelists, Bethany and Riley Blanton (The Star Wars Report) and Alex and Mollie Damon (Star Wars Explained)! We had a great time at this year's convention -- big thanks to everyone we met who made the weekend the best! Here's a link to the awesome sizzle reel Mollie cut together to get us hyped: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kr8PP8RitSg   http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod http://www.twitter.com/crerrity http://www.twitter.com/caitlinplesher http://skytalkers.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charlotte and Caitlin go back to basics with a discussion on Joseph Campbell’s Hero’s Journey, Maureen Murdock’s Heroine’s Journey, villains, antiheroes, Byronic heroes, Reylo, Anakin Skywalker, and more. In part one, they talk definitions and history. In part two, they dive into what the creators have said about our heroes and villains: quotes from George Lucas, Rian Johnson, and JJ Abrams. In part three, they answer the question: Do these archetypes even matter? All this and more on this episode of Skytalkers.   Rolling Stones article: https://www.rollingstone.com/movies/movie-news/george-lucas-and-the-cult-of-darth-vader-247142/   http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod http://www.twitter.com/crerrity http://www.twitter.com/caitlinplesher http://skytalkers.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Art history and historic preservation are the topics of this long-awaited episode of Skytalkers. In an episode guided by Caitlin’s Masters, in part one, we discuss "the Lost 20” from Attack of the Clones, monuments, the Jedi, and remembrance. In part two, we talk about Sabine and Thrawn, and how art and art history define them as heroes and villains. In part three, Caitlin talks about film as a studied medium, the National Register of Historic Places + Star Wars, and Skywalker Ranch’s Archive and Library. We finish the podcast with a reading from Camille Paglia’s book Glittering Images.    AD article: https://www.architecturaldigest.com/story/george-lucas-skywalker-ranch-tour Books:Loot by Sharon Waxman Glittering Images: A Journey Through Art from Egypt to Star Wars by Camille Paglia   http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod http://www.twitter.com/crerrity http://www.twitter.com/caitlinplesher http://skytalkers.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We love Ahsoka Tano. What does she signify in the larger canon? What did we think of her when she debuted in 2008? In part one, we talk about our introduction to Ahsoka and our favorite Ahsoka episodes. In part two, we talk about what she represents in the larger mythos, and her relationship with Anakin Skywalker. Charlotte presents a wild theory for Episode IX which includes Ahsoka. In part three, we talk about her lasting legacy and the future of her character. Finally, we read your emails and play your audio messages on what Ahsoka means to you. Grab the tissues and let's discuss this no-Jedi. [FYI -- spoilers for Star Wars: Rebels] http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod http://www.twitter.com/crerrity http://www.twitter.com/caitlinplesher http://skytalkers.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The finale to our George Lucas series is here! By George is our three-episode series on the work of George Lucas, separated by themes and dotted with his history. In this episode, we cover the prequel years up to the sale of Lucasfilm to Disney. We briefly touch on Strange Magic, the special editions, and much more. The themes we cover in this episode are Creation, Retouching, and Letting Go. All this and more on this episode of Skytalkers!   Watch our By George YouTube playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pn89wzyHQg0&list=PLKfuckzX9GHV4f02kx0AxZ7X7b61RUnkB http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod http://www.twitter.com/crerrity http://www.twitter.com/caitlinplesher http://skytalkers.com   Email us what Ahsoka means to you for our next! skytalkerspodcast@gmail.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

By George is our three-episode series on the work of George Lucas, separated by themes and dotted with his history. In this episode, we cover the 70s and 80s — the Star Wars trilogy, his work on Indiana Jones and his friendship with Steven Spielberg, and, yes, we are going to talk about Captain EO. The themes we cover are Success, Independence, and Oversaturation. Plus, we get really excited about the fact that the Clone Wars is returning. All this and more on this episode of Skytalkers.   Watch some of the films on our YouTube playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pn89wzyHQg0&list=PLKfuckzX9GHV4f02kx0AxZ7X7b61RUnkB http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod http://www.twitter.com/crerrity http://www.twitter.com/caitlinplesher http://skytalkers.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

By George is our three-episode series on the work of George Lucas, separated by themes and dotted with his history. In this episode, we’re tackling American Graffiti, THX 1138, Freiheit, 1:42:08, Look At Life, and how they relate to Star Wars. In part one, we cover the theme of adolescence. In part two, it’s all about the theme of freedom. Then, finally, in part three, we cover the concept of trauma and how George Lucas uses it to further his character’s journeys.   Watch some of the films on our YouTube playlist: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Pn89wzyHQg0&list=PLKfuckzX9GHV4f02kx0AxZ7X7b61RUnkB http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod http://www.twitter.com/crerrity http://www.twitter.com/caitlinplesher http://skytalkers.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

An episode all about theories, expectations, and speculations! In Part One, Charlotte and Caitlin share their lists of theories and talk through them. In Part Two, they discuss their biggest hopes for episode 9. In Part Three, they get real about their realistic expectations for how the saga will end. What will it feel like if our major hopes don't come true here? All this and more on Skytalkers.  http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod  http://www.twitter.com/crerrity  http://www.twitter.com/caitlinplesher  http://skytalkers.com  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Caitlin and Charlotte get into the concept of family in Star Wars: which is more prevalent, blood family or found family? They define family in Star Wars in part one, and talk a bit about the original trilogy, the prequels, Rebels, Clone Wars, and Rogue One. In part 2, they go into the concept of family in Solo: A Star Wars Story — spoilers ahead. In part 3, they talk about the theme of family + found family in the sequel trilogy and where they think it will all end. If “family” is a theme right up there with hope, then how will this factor into the end of the saga, Episode 9? All this and more discussion right here on Skytalkers.    http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod http://www.twitter.com/crerrity http://www.twitter.com/caitlinplesher http://skytalkers.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spoilers ahead! Caitlin and Charlotte do their in-depth breakdown of Solo: A Star Wars Story. First, they discuss the story elements, including the plot structure and themes. Then, they talk characters — everyone from Han to Qi’ra to L3 to Lando to Enfys Nest. In part 3, they answer some listener questions related to the film including shipping, that cameo, Qi’ra’s character arc, music, and more.    http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod  http://www.twitter.com/crerrity  http://www.twitter.com/caitlinplesher  http://skytalkers.com  Q&A Theme Music: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lk5_OSsawz4 Caitlin’s article about the cameo: https://skytalkers.com/2018/05/25/spoilers-that-surprise-cameo-in-solo-a-star-wars-story/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Spoilers ahead! Our immediate reaction to Solo: A Star Wars Story, recorded after the World Premiere on May 10th, 2018.    Thanks to our awesome Patrons!    http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod http://www.twitter.com/crerrity http://www.twitter.com/caitlinplesher http://skytalkers.com    heard about a job big shot gangster putting together a crew Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

NO SPOILERS HERE — our spoiler-free review of Solo! This quick special is all about our trip to Hollywood to see Solo: A Star Wars Story and attend the world premiere! First, we give some final predictions before dashing off. Second, we have some audio of the premiere pandemonium. Lastly, Caitlin and Charlotte detail the whole red carpet experience and seeing the film in the Chinese Theater. And what did we think? We give a SPOILER FREE review of Solo: A Star Wars Story. Thank you for all the support! See you soon for our spoiler-filled immediate reaction! http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod  http://www.twitter.com/crerrity http://www.twitter.com/caitlinplesher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Last Shot by Daniel José Older preps us for Solo: A Star Wars Story by bringing us an exciting adventure with Han Solo, Lando Calrissian, and a ton of new characters (but also baby Ben Solo). On this episode, we discuss what we liked about the book and how it ties into the saga as a whole. We then discuss key themes throughout the novel: parenting anxiety, the joys of doing what you love, DROID RIGHTS, and change/personal growth. We then swap quotes to analyze. And maybe there's a surprise at the very end of the episode. Skytalkers Survey: https://goo.gl/forms/hpD1Zl6kYzvVPbWS2  skytalkers.com http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod  http://www.twitter.com/crerrity http://www.twitter.com/caitlinplesher Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Our 50th episode (!!!) is all about Force visions, premonitions, and cave sequences in Star Wars. What do these obstacles mean for our characters? What purpose do they serve in the story, and what do they mean? In part one, we talk about the prequel trilogy and the Clone Wars: Anakin's dreams, Mortis (Ahsoka and Anakin), and even the Clone Wars microseries. In part two, it's all about the original trilogy: Luke's cave sequence and his vision of his friends dying. We also talk briefly about Rebels. In part three, we discuss the sequel trilogy: Rey's vision in The Force Awakens, the mirror cave in The Last Jedi, and Rey and Kylo's visions together. All this and more on this episode of Skytalkers! Ahsoka Untold Panel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lS4sclln5J4  Visions and Premonitions YouTube Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKfuckzX9GHWj4gS2pLtUbXfpqpIGLQ3V  Skytalkers Survey: https://goo.gl/forms/hpD1Zl6kYzvVPbWS2  skytalkers.com http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod  http://www.twitter.

The trailer for Solo: A Star Wars Story is OUT and Caitlin and Charlotte have their immediate reactions! No spoilers here -- just raw thoughts on the trailer, some theories, predictions, what we want from the characters, and more! skytalkers.com  https://twitter.com/skytalkerspod  https://twitter.com/caitlinplesher  https://twitter.com/crerrity  https://www.patreon.com/skytalkers  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Caitlin and Charlotte are excited to discuss all the bonus features on the Blu-Ray release of Star Wars: The Last Jedi. To begin, they give a review of how these bonus features stack up against previous Star Wars films. In part one, they discuss the feature-length documentary "The Director and the Jedi," and the respect they have for Rian Johnson, as well as the controversy surrounding Mark Hamill. In part two, they discuss the deleted scenes. In part three, they talk about extrapolated quotes from Rian Johnson's audio commentary of the film. Finally, Charlotte gives a brief review of the Music-Only version of the film. Please take our survey!: https://bit.ly/2H2B6Lq Our website: skytalkers.com http://www.twitter.com/crerrity  http://www.twitter.com/caitlinplesher http://www.twitter.com/skytalkerspod  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Star Wars: The Last Jedi novelization, written by Jason Fry, is finally here! In this packed episode, we talk general perceptions, fun Easter Eggs, and favorite new-information. We get deep with the character section, and swap quotes and discuss what we've learned about each main character. Finally, we participate in "Lectio Devino" and swap chosen-quotes and describe how these passages make us feel, what they remind us of, and more. All this and much more discussion on this week's episode!   Visit our website: https://skytalkers.com/  Go here to watch Shannon's experience with Skytalkers Machete: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-x9Tm6c2yk Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/skytalkerspod  Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/skytalkers  Visit us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skytalkerspod/  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The finale of Star Wars: Rebels is here and we're here to talk about it. Spoilers ahead! First, Caitlin gives her 30 second recap on this epic finale (A Fool's Hope, Family Reunion, & Farewell). Then, they each give 2 highs and 1 low about the episodes overall. Next, they discuss the story elements of Rebels: what is the state of the Rebellion? How did we feel about the ending? Could we have predicted it would come to this point? What makes a story especially "Filoni" and how do we feel about that? In the character section, we go through each character. We answer a listener email addressing some concerns about women representation in the finale -- and we give our thanks to the creators of the show, as well as the fans.  Follow us on @skytalkerspod for more fun and individually @crerrity and @caitlinplesher. Thanks for listening! Click here to join our Patreon community! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode is all about fan-created media and how it enriches our Star Wars fandom experience. There is no community like the Star Wars community, especially when fans are creating awesome content every day to support their passions. Caitlin and Charlotte are joined by Amy Richau (@amyrichau), writer for StarWars.com and creator of  #365StarWarsWomen, a project chronicling a different woman involved in Star Wars a day. They talk with her about fandom, women in Star Wars, and get to know her story.    Next, they're joined by Danny Pirtle (@DannyPirtle19), creator of a website called Porgology that hosts articles, think pieces, and catalogs the different alien creatures that appear across the Star Wars canon. Danny then asked Caitlin and Charlotte to create a "Star Wars dinner" with only aliens and creatures.   Finally, Caitlin and Charlotte discuss two aspects of their fandom: fanfiction and fan-created videos. What's up with the stigma behind fanfiction? What are our favorites and what do we look for in a "

The penultimate episodes of Star Wars: Rebels are here and Caitlin and Charlotte break "Wolves and a Door" and "A World Between Worlds" down. Spoilers ahead! SO MUCH TO UNPACK HERE. First, they give their highs and lows. Then, they dive into the story with questions like: What are the implications for the Star Wars saga overall? What about those voices? What does it all mean? What is the state of the Empire? In the character section, they discuss Ezra, Hera, Sabine, Ahsoka, sacrifice, and even the Emperor.  See this post for the full list of quotes. One episode remains! Are you ready?  Follow the Escape Pods Network on Twitter, @WeAreEscapePods! And at weareescapepods.com Follow us on @skytalkerspod for more fun and individually @crerrity and @caitlinplesher. Thanks for listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices