Caitlin and Charlotte chat with the crew and cast from Star Wars: Skeleton Crew! We chat with Executive Producers, Showrunners, Directors, and Writers Jon Watts and Chris Ford (Spider-Man: No Way Home) and the Skeleton Crew themselves Ravi Cabot-Conyers (Wim), Ryan Kiera Armstrong (Fern), Robert Timothy-Smith (Neel), and Kyriana Kratter (KB)! We talk: Why stories centering kids matter — the seriousness and fun of a coming of age story in Star Wars. The name origins of the central planet in...

We return to The Clone Wars in our rewatch of the series with the Lurmen arc: “Jedi Crash” (113) and “Defenders of Peace” (114). What to expect on this episode: The fan reaction to these episodes + Katie Lucas’ first time writing The Clone Wars episodes and what fans initially thought.  The themes of attachment and the views of the Clone Wars from citizens, as well as the shifting views of the Jedi. Putting into perspective the Ahsoka we see in TCW and the Ahsoka in the 2023 show. … and...

In this week’s episode of Skytalkers, we’re discussing our reactions and emotions from the new Disney+ documentary, “Music by John Williams”! Tune in to hear us talk about:  Our initial reactions to the documentary.  What did we learn about John Williams that we didn’t already know?  What did the documentary have to say about Star Wars music?  Our favorite pieces by John Williams outside of Star Wars.  What does the future of orchestral music look like?  …and so much more!  Skeleton...

This week on Skytalkers we’re talking all about The Clone Wars Season 1, Episodes 11 and 12! Tune in to hear:  Reviews and comments from when these episodes first aired in 2009. What role does Count Dooku play in Anakin and Obi-Wan’s journey?  The official introduction to Hondo Ohnaka!  Is Jar Jar the secret weapon once again? Plus, the mystery of BJ Hughes. …all this and more!  PACKD's pre-paid, pre-labeled mailer bags give you an easy, no-hassle way to send clothes home so that you...

This week Charlotte and Caitlin finish up their series going through the “underrated” lines of each trilogy with the Sequel Trilogy! What’s to come in this discussion:  Remembering our first viewing of “The Force Awakens” and “The Last Jedi”!  Breaking down Han Solo and Kylo Ren’s relationship.  What are our feelings about “The Rise of Skywalker” nearly five years later?  Rey and Kylo Ren’s incredible dynamic… aka we spend a lot of this convo talking about Reylo! … and so much...

We’re back with another episode of our rewatch series for The Clone Wars! This week we’re talking about the Nute Gunray-centric arc: “Bombad Jedi” (108), “Cloak of Darkness” (109), and “Lair of Grievous” (110). What to expect: We breakdown the context behind these episodes and the fan reactions from their release The themes of these very different episodes, from Ahsoka’s rash choices to Kit Fisto to Grievous. The gothic horror elements of “Lair of Grievous” + Dave Filoni’s commentary on...

This week on Skytalkers, we’re continuing our series on some lesser discussed quote and lines from the Original Trilogy. What to expect: Our challenges in finding good lines that weren’t already so quotable!  We visit Obi-Wan and Vader’s relationship and how our perception of it has changed since the Obi-Wan Kenobi show.  Han and Leia’s relationship in “Empire Strikes Back”.  What does it mean to be the “Chosen One” in Star Wars?  … and so much more!  PACKD's pre-paid, pre-labeled...

It’s that time again to return to our The Clone Wars rewatch! This time, we’re exploring the R2-D2 Lost arc with “Downfall of a Droid” (106) and “Duel of the Droids” (107). What to expect on this episode: The symbolism of R2-D2 to Anakin and what Anakin is willing to risk when R2 goes missing. GGGC: Good General Grievous Content. The fandom’s initial thoughts in 2008 around this episode and if they hold up today. … and so much more! PACKD's pre-paid, pre-labeled mailer bags give you an...

This week on Skytalkers, we’re going through all the prequel films and picking out some our favorite “underrated” lines to discuss! We each pick some of our favorite less-discussed lines from The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, and Revenge of the Sith. What to expect: Discussion of Padmé and Anakin’s relationship throughout the prequels.  What do the films tell us about Palpatine and Padmé’s relationship?  How does Count Dooku really feel about his life on the Dark Side?  Do these...

We’re back with our rewatch of The Clone Wars in chronological order! In this episode we discuss the Malevolence arc, which is Rising Malevolence (102), Shadow of Malevolence (103), and Destroy Malevolence (104): Our personal remembrance of this arc, and our nostalgia towards it. Plus, fan reactions from the forums and intriguing threads fans from 2008 pulled at. Plo Koon and his relationship to the clones.  How Anakin and Padmé’s relationship is first explored in The Clone Wars and...

Today on Skytalkers, we’re talking LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy, the four-part series, and talking with the cast and crew. Here’s what to expect: Our review and some favorite moments from Rebuild the Galaxy. A paired roundtable interview with Gaten Matarazzo (“Stranger Things”) and Tony Revolori (“Grand Budapest Hotel” “Willow”) where they chat brotherhood and Star Wars. A roundtable interview with the legend himself, Jedi Bob’s voice actor Bobby Moynihan (“Saturday Night Live”). A...

We’re back with our chronological The Clone Wars rewatch with the Domino Squad arc: Clone Cadets (301), Rookies (105), and ARC Troopers (302). We discuss: Re-introducing ourselves to the Domino Squad and realizing Echo (!!!) is part of this arc. The fandom loving the episode of “Rookies” and the reason “Clone Cadets” and “ARC Troopers” exist to bookend “Rookies.” Our highs and lows of these three episodes and our clone journey. We ask ourselves: Are we clone people? … and much...

This week on Skytalkers, we’re talking about the immensely fascinating and media-changing Star Wars radio dramas. What to expect: We define the what makes a good radio drama, a brief history, and how the Star Wars radio dramas came to be (George Lucas, USC, and more). Brian Daley’s contribution to the Star Wars lexicon and his unmatched impact.  What sets the Star Wars radio dramas apart from the films.  Fun facts and impacts of this “creative scandal”!  … and so much...

We’re back with our rewatch of The Clone Wars in chronological order! We’re talking about the “Toydaria arc”: Supply Lines (303) and Ambush (101). In this episode we discuss: The role of Jar Jar Binks as diplomat and distraction as well as Bail Organa and his tactics of negotiation with Toydarians.  The actual first episode of the Clone Wars with Yoda and the clones and how this episode stands the test of time as the premiere episode of TCW. The immediate fan reaction to these episodes on...

We’ve begun our official rewatch of The Clone Wars! We’re beginning with: Cat and Mouse (216), The Hidden Enemy (116), TCW Film — the Christophsis Arc. In this episode, we talk about:  Why The Clone Wars wasn’t released chronologically.  Early reviews and sentiments about the show.  Our first impressions and new feelings we have about the clones in The Clone Wars!  Our favorite Anakin and Ahsoka moments from the movie. … and so much more. Listen to our full episode on The Clone Wars...

Travel with us to Modesto, California and dive deep into the history of young George Lucas growing up here. On this special episode of Skytalkers, Caitlin, architectural historian, details:   Learn the history of the two houses he grew up in, plus notable locations like his father’s stationary store and the car crash site.  Go on a journey with us about George’s childhood movie theater, and whether or not it inspired the world-renowned Stag Theater at Skywalker Ranch. The relationship...

The last piece of our The Acolyte coverage is here and we are responding to your voicemail questions and emails.  We answer questions about: Mae’s potential story arc in Season 2!  What happened to the Power of Two in the season finale?  Our favorite Qimir and Osha moments. The symbolism of Osha bleeding the kyber crystal in Sol’s lightsaber. …and more!  Join our Patreon community and unlock bonus episodes + more! Our website! Follow us on Twitter/X @skytalkerspod Follow us on...

We’ve reached the finale episode of The Acolyte and we’re here to break it all down. On this episode: A beat-by-beat breakdown of the full finale: the relationship between Osha and Qimir; Sol’s guilt; Mae’s drive for justice; and Vernestra’s need for “a resolution.” Osha’s heroine’s journey, plus mythological connections like Hades and Persephone.  Plagueis!!! And what would a season 2 look like? And so much more!    Leave us a voicemail (by 7/22!) for your Acolyte questions for our...

We’re back on Brendok for Episode 7 of The Acolyte! This week we discuss:  The events on Brendok from the Jedi’s perspective — what really happened with them and the witches? How do we understand a character like Master Sol and the choices he made in this episode?  Mae and Osha’s paths and how they will react to the truth.  Victoria Monet’s “The Power of Two” song and theorize about its lyrics.  Final speculation on next week’s finale!  And so much more! Nerdist’s Leslye Headland...

We’ve made it to Episode 6 of “The Acolyte”: “Teach/Corrupt”, and there is a LOT to discuss. This week we dive into:    Osha and Qimir, the ship has sailed and we break down all the details and all those Reylo and “The Last Jedi” parallels.  The aftermath of the events on Khofar and Sol’s emotional responses.  How much longer can Vernestra continue to hide things from the government and the rest of the Jedi Order?  What will the final two episodes bring for all our characters? Will Osha...

We are back this week to talk about the insane events of Episode 5 of The Acolyte, “Night”! This week was directed once again by Alex Garcia Lopez.    In our discussion we go over:   Our fallen Jedi friends — so many gone!  The reveal of the Stranger’s identity and motivations, who are they really? And what are the Stranger’s next moves? Kylo Ren comparisons! What is The Acolyte looking to say about Jedi Order in this time period?  Mae and Osha’s relationship has a surprising twist at...

Skytalkers discuss and analyze Episode 4 of The Acolyte, “Day”, directed this week by Alex Garcia Lopez.  In this episode, Caitlin and Charlotte discuss: Mae and Osha’s changing perceptions of each other throughout the episode.  How does the episode title relate to the tone and themes of the show this week. Bazil! New favorite little guy, Bazil!  What else does Master Sol have to tell Osha about what happened on Brendok? A numbered list! Latest theories on who the Master could be what deal...

Skytalkers discuss and analyze Episode 3 of the Acolyte, “Destiny”, directed the week by Kogonada (“Columbus”).    In this episode, Charlotte and Caitlin discuss: Our first flashback of the fire on Brendock and what separates Mae and Osha  Comparisons between the Force and the Thread What role the Jedi play in the fire (and theories on what REALLY happened). Mae and Osha’s Ascension as witches of the coven  Osha’s choice to leave the coven and become a Jedi  The reveal of Mae and Osha as...

Skytalkers discuss and analyze the first two episodes of Leslye Headland’s (“Russian Doll”) Star Wars: “The Acolyte”!    In this episode, Charlotte and Caitlin discuss:   First impressions of the show and world building — what did we think!  Breakdowns on new characters Mae/Osha (Amandla Stenberg), Sol (Lee Jung-Jae), Yord (Charlie Barnett), Jecki (Dafne Keen), and Qimir (Manny Jacinto). Speculation on the murder mystery story (is it a Whodunit? Or classic mystery?) and character motives...