The Star Wars Underworld Podcast

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The SWU Podcast LIVE | 02/04/21 Apr 02, 2021

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On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris discuss the newly announced cast for Obi-Wan Kenobi and the new trailer for The Bad Batch. They start by talking about what it means to have Joel Edgerton and Bonnie Piesse back as Owen and Beru, and how those characters might interact with Obi-Wan. Then they talk about who the newcomers might be playing, including Moses Ingram's interesting Instagram tease. Then, they break down the new Bad Batch trailer, including what's going on with Omega (the kid), Saw Gerrera, Crosshair, and Captain Rex. Plus, new set pics for Andor, how long with Bad Batch episodes be, and the Galactic Snackin' Grogu! All this and much more! Support The SWU on Patreon Buy an SWU T-shirt Website: www.starwarsunderworld.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/swunderworld Twitter: @TheSWU Subscribe and Review on iTunes Email: swunderworld@gmail.com Voicemail: 1-410-989-1138

The SWU Podcast LIVE | 'The Rise of Skywalker' Commentary Mar 26, 2021

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On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris complete the SWU Podcast's film commentary series by watching and talking about Star Wars: Episode IX The Rise of Skywalker. The have an honest conversation about the film, the good and the bad. Highlighting some of the great moments in the film, while also breaking down some of the questionable decisions. They talk about the conclusions to the arcs of Rey, Ben, Finn, and Poe, as well as the reduced role of Rose and the introductions of Jannah and Zorri. Plus, how D-0 surprised us, JJ Abrams visual styles, could the film have benefitted from an extra 30 minutes, and far less Rey Palpatine talk than you're probably expecting. All this and much more. Support The SWU on Patreon Buy an SWU T-shirt Website: www.starwarsunderworld.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/swunderworld Twitter: @TheSWU Subscribe and Review on iTunes Email: swunderworld@gmail.com Voicemail: 1-410-989-1138 Direct download: SWU_19-03-21.mp3

The SWU Podcast LIVE | 19/03/21 Mar 19, 2021

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On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris are joined by friend of the show Din of the band F-105 (Band Website) to discuss the latest news about the Star Wars galaxy. They talk about the new additions coming to Disney+, including the Clone Wars micro-series and the Ewoks movies. Then they chat about new Star Wars Legends content coming to the comics and Hasbro's The Black Series. Din also tells us about his new album (coming next week) and debuts a Star Wars-inspired song! And then they break down a new interview with George Lucas about the philosophy of Star Wars, how his films were inspired by the world around him, and what might have been in his sequel trilogy. Plus, will we ever see Star Wars: Detours on Disney+, when are the 3D blu-rays of the saga coming, and the strangest SWU Podcast intro ever. All this and much more! Support The SWU on Patreon Buy an SWU T-shirt Website: www.starwarsunderworld.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/swunderworld Twitter: @TheSWU Subscribe and Review on iTunes Email: swunderworld@gmail.com Voicemail: 1-410-989-1138

The SWU Podcast LIVE | 12/03/21 Mar 12, 2021

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On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris relive all the excitement of "BobCon" (aka the Disney Investors Conference Call), including what Disney's pivot to "direct to consumer" means for Star Wars, hopes for Galactic Starcrusier, and CEO Bob Chapek confirms Kathleen Kennedy will continue to run Lucasfilm for "years to come." Then they talk about the two The Mandalorian tie-in books that were cancelled. And then they look at some recent comments from Freddie Prinze Jr about his time on Star Wars Rebels. Plus, the main character of The Phantom Menace, some WandaVision talk, and the return of a segment thought long gone. All this and much more! Support The SWU on Patreon Buy an SWU T-shirt Website: www.starwarsunderworld.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/swunderworld Twitter: @TheSWU Subscribe and Review on iTunes Email: swunderworld@gmail.com Voicemail: 1-410-989-1138

The SWU Podcast LIVE | 05/03/21 Mar 05, 2021

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On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris break down the latest news and rumors about the world of Star Wars TV. They start with the latest Game of Thrones star who is making the jump to Star Wars in Obi-Wan Kenobi. Then they talk about a Star Wars Rebels fan favourite potentially taking over as the lead of Rangers of the New Republic. And then they talk about a deleted scene from The Rise of Skywalker, San Diego Comic Con going online for the second year in a row, and a new look at Fennec Shand from The Bad Batch. All this and much more! Support The SWU on Patreon Buy an SWU T-shirt Website: www.starwarsunderworld.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/swunderworld Twitter: @TheSWU Subscribe and Review on iTunes Email: swunderworld@gmail.com Voicemail: 1-410-989-1138

The SWU Podcast LIVE | 26/02/21 Feb 26, 2021

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On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris discuss the upcoming slate of Star Wars television. They start with the announcement that The Bad Batch will premiere on May the 4th (just like Dominic predicted). Then they talk about the rumors that Mena Massoud will be playing Ezra Bridger in Ahsoka. Then they talk about Temuera Morrison's latest comments about The Book of Boba Fett, and speculate about what that series will deal with. And then they read listener emails about Jedi masters, the scope of Star Wars storytelling, Legends characters making the jump to canon, and the Rogue Squadron movie. Plus, pinball in VR, Toronto is taking over Star Wars, and Rey responds to the Zodiac Killer. All this and much more!

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The SWU Podcast LIVE | 19/02/21 Feb 19, 2021

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On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris break down the biggest Star Wars news from the past week. They start with the announcement of the new video game Star Wars: Hunters, coming to the Nintendo Switch later this year. Then they discuss the latest comments from Rian Johnson about his Star Wars trilogy (that it's still happening), how big a story is this and when and what to expect from the trilogy. Then, Dominic chats with members of the Hasbro Star Wars team about what's coming down the pipe from them. Plus, the latest on Gina Carano, what's going on with the Knights of the Old Republic remake rumors, some Alec Guinness love, and how we accidentally figured out the working title for the new Padme novel, Queen's Hope. All this and much more! Support The SWU on Patreon Buy an SWU T-shirt Website: www.starwarsunderworld.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/swunderworld Twitter: @TheSWU Subscribe and Review on iTunes Email: swunderworld@gmail.com Voicemail: 1-410-989-1138

The SWU Podcast LIVE | 12/02/21 Feb 12, 2021

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On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris react to the news that Gina Carano is no longer part of Star Wars. They discuss the circumstances that led to her firing and why it was the right call from Disney/Lucasfilm (albeit, very late). They also talk about what's next for the character Cara Dune, how The Mandalorian should handle either dropping the character or recasting the role, and how close we were to a Cara Dune spin-off. Plus, should there ever be a Marvel/Star Wars crossover film, memories of The Phantom Menace 3D release, a plea for a 3D release of Revenge of the Sith, and the correct way to pronounce "against". All this and much more! Support The SWU on Patreon Buy an SWU T-shirt Website: www.starwarsunderworld.com Facebook: www.facebook.com/swunderworld Twitter: @TheSWU Subscribe and Review on iTunes Email: swunderworld@gmail.com Voicemail: 1-410-989-1138

The SWU Podcast LIVE | 05/02/21 Feb 05, 2021

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On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris get you caught up on the latest goings on with Star Wars productions like The Mandalorian, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Andor. They talk about Jon Favreau's comments about bringing back Luke Skywalker for the season two finale of The Mandalorian, Alan Tudyk's latest thoughts on not being in season one of Andor, and Ewan McGregor clears the air on the Kenobi/Boston saga. They also talk about the reveal that a scene between Grand Moff Tarkin and Dath Vader was shot for Rogue One, and why it might have been cut. Plus, speculation about Star Wars: Visions, what Taika Waititi's film might be, and could Grogu fall to the dark side? All this and much more!

The SWU Podcast LIVE | 29/01/21 Jan 29, 2021

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On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris finally clear out the mail bag, reading and reacting to listener emails about all things Star Wars. But first, they speculate about the possibility that The Mandalorian "climatic event" could be a movie, and talk about what else is on deck for Star Wars theatrically. Then they talk about the return of nostalgic Maul packaging, Star Wars stamps, and the latest book announcements. Then they react to listener feedback, discussing season two of The Mandalorian, favourite funny moments from the podcast, storytelling in the distant past of the galaxy far, far away, and the return of Star Wars language lessons. All this and much more!

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