The Star Wars Underworld Podcast

On this episode Chris and Ben dive into all the latest breaking Star Wars news, including the big reveal of Jon Favreau’s upcoming live-action series ‘The Mandalorian’. They discuss the first image, synopsis & casting rumors, and break down the diverse collection of episodic directors for the show. Furthermore, they share their thoughts on Kathleen Kennedy’s contract extension at Lucasfilm, a new Resistance preview, and more Solo tidbits. Later in the show Dominic joins in to give his opinions on all of that, plus he provides a live report from New York Comic Con! This jam packed episode is not to be missed!

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Direct download: SWU_04-10-18.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:19pm PDT

On this episode, Dominic and Ciaran break down the story arc of Darth Maul across Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Star Wars Rebels, and Solo: A Star Wars Story. They share their how they reacted to Maul’s (first) return back in 2012, analyze his relationships with Obi-Wan Kenobi and Savage Opress, and speculate about where his story might go in “Siege of Mandalore” and how that might connect to Solo. All this and much more!

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Direct download: TCWSB_Maul.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 2:28pm PDT

On this episode Dominic and Ben discuss the exciting news about the new Vader Immortal: A Star Wars VR Series.  The discuss the potential future of Star Wars and virtual reality and speculate about what we get with Vader Immortal.  Then they break down the new trailer for Star Wars Resistance, highlighting what excites them about the upcoming series.  Then they review the bonus features included with the home media release of Solo: A Star Wars Story.  Plus, the legacy of Gary Kurtz, another Lord of the Rings star is joining a Star Wars project and listener feedback.  All this and much more!

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Direct download: SWU_28-09-18.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:31pm PDT

On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris, discuss the latest comments from Bob Iger about how the plan for future Star Wars cinematic releases may have changed.  They speculate on what we can expect to see from Star Wars in the theaters post-Episode IX and how streaming may impact the future.  Then they break down the new Star Wars Resistance video introducing "The Aces".  Then they look at Jon Kasdan's Solo notes and break down the Coaxium Kerfuffle from the film.  Plus, Star Wars comics updates, and Star Wars Resistance episode titles.  All this and much more!

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Direct download: SWU_21-09-18.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:25pm PDT

On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris get you set for the home media release of Solo: A Star Wars Story by previewing some of the bonus features and analyzing two deleted scenes.  They also revisit some of the reasons why the film wasn't as successful as it could have been in theaters.  Then the guys discuss some of the strengths and weaknesses of The Last Jedi.  Plus, they continue their Solo break down by looking at the showdown on Savareen and talking about some listeners thoughts on the Kessel Run.  All this and much more!

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Direct download: SWU_LIVE_14-09-18.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:38pm PDT

On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris recap the Star Wars happenings at last weekend's Fan Expo Canada!  First, Dominic chats with Sam Smith, Senior Star Wars designer for Hasbro, about their reveals at the con, what new features Hasbro is adding to their Star Wars figures, and what else is coming down the pipeline.  Then, Dominic speaks with Star Wars comics writer Charles Soule about his work on the series' Lando, Poe Dameron, Obi-Wan & Anakin, and Darth Vader.  Then, the guys continue their discussion about Solo: A Star Wars Story by talking the Kessel Run sequence and pondering whether or not it lived up to the hype.  Plus, Sam Witwer talks Maul in Solo, more actors are making their way to the Episode IX set, and the first Solo deleted scene.  All this and much more!

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Direct download: SWU_LIVE_07-09-18.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:58pm PDT

On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris discuss the latest casting news about Star Wars Episode IX and speculate about who Dominic Monaghan and Matt Smith might be playing.  They they break down the new Star Wars Resistance preview video and share their thoughts on the new characters and the types of stories we might see.  They also continue the discussion about Solo: A Star Wars Story by talking about the Kessel breakout sequence and the way the film handled L3-37's death.  Plus, Hayden Christensen's advice for Kelly Marie Tran, Oscar Isaac's thoughts on the reaction to The Last Jedi, and our first look at a Solo deleted scene.  All this and much more!

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Direct download: SWU_31-08-18.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:36pm PDT

On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris discuss the new trailer for the upcoming animated series Star Wars Resistance!  They share their thoughts on the visual style and speculate about what kinds of stories the show will tell.  Then they share their thoughts on Kelly Marie Tran's recent editorial in The New York Times.  They also analyze the recent leaked pictures from the set of Episode IX and speculate about what's going on.  Plus, a couple of members of the crew of the live action series revealed, and a scene from the Solo novelization they wish was in the film.  All this and much more!

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Direct download: SWU_24-08-18.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:52pm PDT

On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris use this slow news week as an opportunity to catch up on some news stories they missed over the past few weeks.  They delve into recent comments by Dave Filoni about his role Star Wars Resistance and some early concepts for Rebels, Simon Pegg weighs in on the state of fandom, and a Star Wars production designer talks about working on Tatooine for a canceled Star Wars spin off.  They also continue their discussion about Solo: A Star Wars Story by breaking down the voyage to Kessel.  Plus, how Ashley Eckstein found out The Clone Wars was coming back, Episode IX filming location rumors, and a Star Wars convention legend retires.  All this and much more!

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Direct download: SWU_17-08-18.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:57pm PDT

On this episode, Dominic and Ciaran celebrate the tenth anniversary of The Clone Wars by watching the 2008 theatrical release of Star Wars: The Clone Wars and discussing it as they do.  They share their memories of the first time they saw and their reactions to some of the features that would become staples of the series.  They also speculate on how these episodes would have been received had they aired on TV instead in the theaters.  They also discuss how the movie lays the groundwork for what was to come in the series.  Plus they announce their new website!  All this and much more!

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Direct download: TCW_Movie_Comentary.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 8:55pm PDT