Children of the Watch: A Star Wars After Show

Latest Episodes:

The Acolyte, Part 1 & 2 (Hotline Calls) Jun 08, 2024

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Join Children of the Watch for our first round of Hotline calls for The Acolyte! As we celebrate the first week of the newest Star Wars television show's release, we take YOUR calls and hear all your thoughts, theories, and speculation. Could Master Sol potentially be the hidden Sith Lord? Will Osha fall to the dark side? Most importantly, are we part of the Yord Horde or are we Mae Baes? All of this and more as we have a blast discussing the latest Star Wars adventures.

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The Acolyte, Part 2: Revenge/Justice Jun 05, 2024

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Join Children of the Watch for our breakdown of Part Two of The Acolyte, the latest Star Wars television show. We go scene-by-scene pointing out all the connections and easter eggs you may have missed, and of course we dole out a heavy dose of speculation about where the show could be taking us next. What truly happened to separate Osha and Mae? Could Qimir, played by Manny Jacinto, be hiding a terrrible secret? What could the implied crimes of the Jedi mean for the rest of the Star Wars galaxy? All of this and so much more!

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The Acolyte, Part 1: Lost/Found Jun 05, 2024

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The Acolyte has arrived! Join Children of the Watch as we break down the first episode of the brand new Star Wars television show. Tune in for a scene-by-scene breakdown and review of this newest adventure in a galaxy far, far away. Plus, we'll fill you in on any connections and easter eggs you may have missed. What could have happened between Sol and Mae all those years ago? Who could this new sith threat be? What could the events of this show mean for the rest of the Star Wars saga? All of this and more!

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Bonus Episode: Mysteries of The Acolyte (Patreon Preview) Jun 03, 2024

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One more day until the highly anticipated new Star Wars television show, The Acolyte premieres! To celebrate, join the Watch as we show you what it is like to be a Patreon member -- on this episode recorded in April, Alex and Mac discuss several articles covering The Acolyte and of course speculate along the way. Can't get enough of The Acolyte? Be sure to listen!

Word of mouth is the BEST way to grow a podcast -- so we encourage you to share with your friends and family. We make this show accesible to every level of Star Wars fan -- whether you've been a fan since 1977 or today, this Star Wars show is for you!

Call into our Voicemail Hotline after watching the two-episode premiere with your thoughts and theories and you could make it on the show. Star Wars is BACK!

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Preparing for The Acolyte May 30, 2024

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The Acolyte begins streaming in less than a week! Join Children of the Watch for our final preparation episode before we begin our coverage of The Acolyte, the newest Star Wars television series. We take your calls and discuss who the Sith Who Laughs from the trailer could be, if Indara could potentially be an antagonist, and so much more!

Plus, Alex and Mac got the incredible opportunity to attend the Launch Event for The Acolyte! Tune in for a spoiler-free discussion of the amazing experience.

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The Acolyte Book Club: The Fallen Star May 28, 2024

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Join the Watch as we breakdown everything you need to preapre for the upcoming Star Wars live action television show, The Acolyte. Alex dives deep into what happened between The Rising Storm and The Fallen Star, specifically checking in on Vernestra Rwoh (a character featured in The Acolyte). The Sith and what they were yp to at the time, and how they might have used the Nihil as a lightening rod for distraction.

If you're seeking more context for The Acolyte, this episode is for you. While the books won't be required knowledge, it is fun to learn what happened about one hundred years before the show and speculate on how it impacts Star Wars and The Acolyte.

When The Acolyte premieres, be sure to join us for detailed scene by scene breakdowns, speculation, and fun along the way.

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The Acolyte: Sith History 101 May 23, 2024

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Join Children of the Watch for Sith History 101! Class is in session, so get ready for some heavy lore dumping so we can prepare for The Acolyte. We're breaking down everything you need to know about the villians of the Star Wars universe: the Sith! We breakdown the philosophy of the Sith, why they use red lightsabers, even why they dress the way they do! We discuss everything from the Great Sith Wars they waged on the Jedi and the Republic, to Darth Bane and the Rule of Two. And of course, we'll be talking about how all of this Sith lore releates to The Acolyte, the upcoming Star Wars TV show debuting June 4th.

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The Acolyte: Jedi History 101 May 16, 2024

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Join Children of the Watch for Jedi History 101! Class is in session, get ready for some heavy lore dumping. We're breaking down everything you need to know (and probably some things you don't) about arguably the most important entity in all of the Star Wars galaxy: the Jedi Order. We'll be talking about the philosophy of the Jedi, as well as the long and storied history of the Order. We discuss everything from the Chosen One prophecy to a little-known group that splintered off from the Jedi. And of course, we'll be talking all about how the Jedi lore could relate to The Acolyte, the upcoming Star Wars TV show debuting June 4th.

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Star Wars: The Acolyte, Final Trailer Breakdown and Theories May 05, 2024

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May the 4th Be With You! Join Children of the Watch as we break down the final trailer for Star Wars: The Acolyte. Join us as we discuss all the exciting new footage we recieved from the upcoming series as well as all of our predictions and theories for what the show may hold for us. Could Mae be a twin? Could the secret Sith be hiding amongst the Jedi Order? Could The Acolyte possibly set up an antagonist for The Mandalorian and Ahsoka?

Plus, we'll talk about seeing The Phantom Menace in theaters again!

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The Bad Batch, Series Finale: The Cavalry Has Arrived May 02, 2024

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Join Children of the Watch as we wrap up our breakdown of Season 3 of the Batch, the latest animated Star Wars Televison series. This week, we're talking both the season and series finale: The Cavalry Has Arrived. Tune in for our discussion about the events at Mt. Tantiss, the legacy of Clones in Star Wars, how Project Necromancer could be resurrected by Thrawn in the Mandalorian movie, possible spin off series for Omega, and so much more!

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