The ForceCast: Star Wars News, Talk, Interviews, and More!

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MAUL: SHADOW LORD TRAILER DISCUSSION Feb 01, 2026

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The ForceCast is BACK!!This week, Ryan and Brad discuss the new trailer for Maul: Shadow Lord and what the series could bring when it premieres in April!

A NEW ERA OF LUCASFILM BEGINS Jan 18, 2026

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The ForceCast is BACK!!This week, Ryan and Brad kick off the new year with the big news that Kathleen Kennedy has retired and Dave Filoni along with Lynwen Brennan have taken the Co-President baton.They then discuss the changes to Galaxy's Edge and Ryan gives his annual new year message.

THE FORCE AWAKENS TURNS 10 Dec 18, 2025

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The ForceCast is BACK!!!This week, Ryan and Brad discuss the 10th anniversary of The Force Awakens.What was their first watch like? How has it aged? How has the new era played out?All that is discussed and more!

MAILBAG IS BACK! Nov 17, 2025

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The ForceCast is BACK!!!This week, Ryan and Brad turn the show over to you as your voicemails guide the show. They talk theme parks, marketing, and Mando hype!

THE HUNT FOR BEN SOLO IS ON Oct 27, 2025

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The ForceCast is BACK!!!This week Ryan and Brad look back at 10 years since the first TFA trailer and discuss the hype behind that original marketing campaign.Then, they discuss the news Adam Driver broke about a movie that was set to be made regarding Ben Solo and if it could happen.

THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU TRAILER IS HERE Sep 28, 2025

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The ForceCast is BACK!This week, Ryan and Brad break down the new trailer for Mando and Grogu. Are they hyped? Where does this leave us? We discuss that and more!

ASHLEY ECKSTEIN ON PODCASTING, RETURNING AS AHSOKA IN PIECES OF THE PAST Sep 12, 2025

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The ForceCast is BACK!!!This week, Ryan and Brad are joined by Ashley Eckstein to discuss her podcast Hype Friend and her return as Ahsoka in Lego Star Wars: Rebuild The Galaxy Pieces Of The Past. The trio end their discussion with their love for David Eckstein and Disney Parks!

CAN WE GO BACK: HOW STUDIOS HANDLE THE CHANGING MEDIA LANDSCAPE Sep 01, 2025

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The ForceCast is BACK!! This week, Ryan and Brad celebrate a milestone for The ForceCast!Brad recaps his Disneyland Trip after that and then the guys head to the main topic: Can we ever get back? How does Star Wars and other major franchises break through to an ever-evolving landscape. With so much artificial "hype" how can you connect with the audience?We discuss that and more!

NEWSARAMA PLUS DINING ON BATUU Aug 17, 2025

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The ForceCast is BACK!!This week, Ryan and Brad discuss the latest Star Wars news featuring George Lucas, the new strategy on Rey, and so much more!Then, Abe joins Ryan and they are joined by Kate and Whitney for a trip to Galaxy's Edge for a trip through the planet trying food and drinks. Hear which dishes and drinks came out on top!

EMMY NOMINATIONS, A STAR WARS SUPERMAN, AND VOICEMAILS! Jul 17, 2025

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The ForceCast is BACK!!This week, Ryan and Brad open the show discussing their review of Superman and how David Corenswet is a massive Star Wars fan. They end the opener discussing the Emmy noms for Andor and who was snubbed.Then they turn it over to the audience as they discuss Bossk's real name, Star Tours, and TV Show productions!