The Star Wars Underworld Podcast
On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris share their thoughts on the latest Star Wars releases, including Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian and the Lego Star Wars trailer.  They start by talking about the new (and long awaited) trailer for Lego Star Wars: The Skywalker Saga, what they thought of it and do they believe that the game will actually arrive on time this time?  Then they review the "Making of the Season Two Finale" episode of Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian.  They talk about the technology used to create the effect, the lengths the crew went to to keep the secret, and Mark Hamill's role in the episode.  Then they talk about some fun Star Wars: What If... ideas.  Plus, the best t-shirt of 2021, #TopHatWatch and #PurpleShirtWatch, and what DLCs could the new Lego Star Wars have?  All this and much more!
 
 
Direct download: SWU_27-08-21.mp3
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On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris, discuss the latest Star Wars news including the Star Wars: Visions trailer, the Bad Batch season one finale, and a preview of the new Disney Gallery: The Mandalorian.  They start by talking about the Visions trailer and how this trailer (like the series, probably) is unlike anything else in Star Wars.  Then they look back on the season finale of The Bad Batch one week later, as well as the entire season.  And they talk about the newly announced Crimson Reign comic book series.  Plus, a rumor about the return of a sequel trilogy star on Disney+, Carl Weather teases season three of The Mandalorian, and should Ben buy an orange or blue top hat?  All this and much more!
 
Direct download: SWU_20-08-21.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:47pm PDT

On this episode, Dominic and Chris are joined by Hannah Raeside from the Star Wars Culture podcast (link) to discuss their immediate reaction the season one finale of The Bad Batch, "Kamino Lost".  This episode was recorded live on Thursday night/Friday morning, so the reactions are fresh from everyone's first viewing of the episode.  They discuss how the finale was more character focused than other finales we've seen of late.  They also talk about how Crosshair and Omega's character arcs for the season were wrapped up.  And they spend a lot of time speculating about what might happen in season two.  Plus, a very weird tangent about Yoda's stew, thoughts on the epilogue, and we take some live calls!  All this and much more!
 
Direct download: 016_-_Kamino_Lost.mp3
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On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris, discuss the latest Star Wars news including Ahsoka casting reports, the future of Jedi: Fallen Order, and more!  They start by discussing the news that Lucasfilm is searching for an actress to play Sabine Wren in the Ahsoka series, which leads to a discussion about how this show can work as both a Rebels sequel, Mandalorian tie-in, and its own thing.  Then they talk about updates on Obi-Wan Kenobi, Taika Waititi's movie, and Andor.  Plus, EA teases the future of Jedi: Fallen Order, questions from our live audience, and hey, did you know you can watch the podcast on YouTube now?  All this and much more!
 
Direct download: SWU_12-08-21.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:19pm PDT

On this episode, Dominic and Chris discuss the fifteenth episode of The Bad Batch, "Return to Kamino". They discuss the bombardment of Kamino and what the audience is meant to feel in that sequence, as well as what the planet represents to the different characters, and the event's place in galactic history. They also talk about Crosshair's motivations in this episode as well as what his reveal about his inhibitor says about how he sees himself.  And they play a pre-finale round of "whose going to die next week."  Plus, what does the reveal that Omega is older than the rest of the Bad Batch mean, what might redemption look like for Crosshair, and just how dark are the "dark times"?  All this and much more!
Direct download: 015_-_Return_to_Kamino.mp3
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On this episode Chris and Ben are joined by special guest hosts Hannah Raeside (Twitter) and Jordan Chaffer (Twitter) from Star Wars Culture (Website)Together they break down the latest and greatest Star Wars news, including the announcement that The Bad Batch is officially getting a second season. They discuss their thoughts on the series so far and speculate about what could be in store for season two. Furthermore, they dive deep into all the newly revealed details for Disney's Galactic Starcruiser hotel and its imposing price tag. And Lego is getting ready to reveal a brand new holiday special, this time with a spooky theme. Plus, Giancarlo Esposito provides a The Mandalorian production update, Mark Hamill suits up as Luke Skywalker one more time, and Felicity Jones teases a Jyn Erso return. They also take a moment to remember and pay respects the legendary J.W. Rinzler. Listen for all that and much more!
Direct download: SWU_06-08-21.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 8:44pm PDT

On this episode, Dominic and Chris are joined by Clarice Taylor (Twitter) from Culture Slate to discuss the fourteenth episode of The Bad Batch, "War-Mantle".  They discuss the introduction of Clone Commando Gregor, as well as the growing ties between The Bad Batch and Star Wars Rebels.  They also talk about the visuals of the series and how it compares to the other Star Wars series.  And they delve into what's going on with the Kaminoans and their relationship with the Empire.  Plus, many, many tangents about the Obi-Wan Kenobi series, The Office, and High School Musical: The Musical: The Series.  All this and much more!
 
Direct download: 014_-_War-Mantle.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:39pm PDT

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