The Star Wars Underworld Podcast

On this episode, Dominic and Ben break down the latest Star Wars news!  They discuss the first trailer for the new Jedi Temple Challenge show, and their excitement for the series.  They also talk about the possibility of Enfys Nest making an appearance in the Cassian show.  They also delve into new announcements about the future of The High Republic and Star Wars VR from ILMxLABs.  Plus, what could a "Clone Wars" series for the sequel era look like, Ronald D. Moor talks more about his experience working on George Lucas' live action series, and an update/vent session on the current state of Star Wars action figures.  All this and much more!

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Direct download: SWU_29-05-20.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:32pm PDT

On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris celebrate the 40th anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back, sharing memories associated with the film and some thoughts on what makes the film stand out.  Then they discuss the first three episode of Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian, what works about the series and some of their takeaways from the behind the scenes of The Mandalorian. They also delve into the rumors that Timothy Olyphant has been cast in season two of The Mandalorian, and who he might be playing.  Plus, a tribute to the life of Star Wars marketing guru Charles Lippincott, a "Snyder Cut" tangent, and what a satisfying end to Boba Fett's story might look like.  All this and much more!

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Direct download: SWU_22-05-20.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:05pm PDT

On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris, get caught up on all the latest Star Wars news, including the announcement that Taika Waititi and Krysty Wilson-Cairns are making a new Star Wars film and that Leslye Headland is making a Star Wars series for Disney+.  They also discuss the latest casting rumors, Temuera Morrison and Katee Sackhoff, for season two of The Mandalorian, including how Boba Fett and Bo-Katan could impact the story and if there are any concerns about they're being too many cameos in the second season.  Plus, Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga gets a release date (sorta), two new directors for The Mandalorian were announced, and two Rogue One cast members are rumored to return for the Cassian show.  All this and much more!

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Direct download: SWU_15-05-20.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:57pm PDT

On this episode, Dominic, Ciaran, Ben, and Chris discuss the series finale of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, "Victory and Death".  They discuss the way the episode portrayed the drama of Order 66 from a different perspective than Revenge of the Sith.  They also discuss the relationship between Ahsoka Tano and Captain Rex, and how their bond is what saves them in the end.  Then they delve into the meaning of the title and discuss the shocking epilogue.  Plus, Vader's thoughts on Ahsoka pre-Rebels, Maul goes all Force Unleashed, and the legacy of The Clone Wars.  All this and much more!

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Direct download: TCWSB_Victory_and_Death.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:09pm PDT

On this episode, Dominic, Ciaran, Chris, and Ben are joined by Clare Stribling (The Imperial Senate Podcast) to discuss the penultimate Clone Wars episode, "Shattered".  They discuss what it was like seeing Order 66 play out on screen again, 15 years after Revenge of the Sith was released.  They also discuss the near team up between Ahsoka and Maul, as well as the lengths Ahsoka goes to to save Rex.  Plus, is Ahsoka in denial about what really happened to Anakin, Bo-Katan's future on Mandalore, and the divide between Ahsoka and the Jedi council.  All this and much more!

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Direct download: TCWSB_Shattered.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:10pm PDT

On this episode, Dominic and Ben get you set for this year's Star Wars Day (May the 4th Be With You!), previewing the finale of The Clone Wars, talking about ReedPop's virtual Star Wars convention, and The Rise of Skywalker's arrival on Disney+. They also discuss the latest (official!) news about the upcoming Cassian Andor series, including casting additions and behind the scenes shake-ups.  They also delve into the news that the final Star Wars Battlefront 2 update has been released and what the legacy of EA's Battlefront series might be. Plus, strange Disney+ Canada quirks, listener feedback, and some love for the maker, George Lucas, on this Star Wars Day.  All this and much more!

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Direct download: SWU_01-05-20.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:20pm PDT

On this episode, Dominic, Ciaran, and Chris are joined by friend of the show Katie Horn (@PoeHotDameron on Twitter) to discuss the episode "The Phantom Apprentice". They delve into Maul's motivations in this episode, and what it says about his character. They also talk about the way Ahsoka responds to reveals from both Maul and Obi-Wan and how that plays into her beliefs about the Jedi council and her friends, as well as what could have happened if Maul and Ahsoka really had teamed up. Plus, what's next for Maul, where are we in Revenge of the Sith, and the lack of trust in the Jedi council. All this and much more!

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Direct download: TCW_The_Phantom_Apprentice.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:27pm PDT

On this episode, Ashley Eckstein (Ahsoka Tano) joins the show to discuss the final season of The Clone Wars so far, as well as the legacy of Ahsoka.  Then, Dominic, Ben, and Chris break down the latest Star Wars news, including the reports that Russian Doll creator Leslye Headland.  They discuss what the series could be and what this hiring represents.  Then they delve into the latest updates about The Mandalorian.  Plus, Dr. Aphra is getting an audio drama, an update on this summer's conventions, some book talk, and favourite moments from the saga.  All this and much more! 

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Direct download: SWU_24-04-20.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:40pm PDT

On this episode, Dominic, Ciaran, Chris, and Ben are joined by Eric Strothers of The Bad Motivators and The Sith List Podcasts to discuss the Clone Wars episode "Old Friends Not Forgotten".  They discuss Ahsoka's various reunions of this episode, with Anakin, Rex, and Obi-Wan.  They also discuss how the previous arcs impact the story of this arc.  They also break down some of the best action scenes from the series, including the opening battle scene, and the invasion of Mandalore.  Plus, Bo-Katan and the politics of Mandalore, Maul's continuing obsession with Obi-Wan, and Ben has created a petition!  All this and much more!

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Direct download: TCWSB_Old_Friends_Not_Forgotten.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:11pm PDT

On this episode, Dominic and Ben get you set for the final four episodes of Star Wars: The Clone Wars by breaking down the "Siege of Mandalore" trailer.  Then they discuss the announcement of the new Mandalorian docuseries debuting on Disney+ on May 4th, as well as Rosario Dawson's comments about whether she's in season two of The Mandalorian. They also discuss the new casting rumors about the upcoming Cassian Andor series.  Plus, the future of Star Wars Celebration, our Star Wars Mount Rushmores, a deep dive on Clone Wars chronology, and a special greeting from, Jar Jar Binks himself, Ahmed Best.  All this and much more!

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Direct download: SWU_17-04-20.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:36pm PDT