Episode Notes You know if you think about it, Obi-Wan Kenobi took a pretty long hiatus too…Either way we’re back! Andy and Ryan discuss one of the earliest episodes in the Clone Wars Chronology “Trespass”.On this episode: What did we miss? Mando Season 3 could have been great! Some segments of the fandom are weirder than others Luke Skywalker’s deh…

Episode Notes We’ve got Dooku and Jar Jar and Hondo and Clones as we get jump back into Clone Wars as a part of our Obi Wan Kenobi deep dive. Andy and Ryan discuss some small but special comic con events and being who you need to be to make sure old ladies have a good time. On this episode: Old Shitty Astromechs Somedays you’re just Wedge The unfor…

Episode Notes Andy is joined by Gerry the Canon Junkie from The Bombadcast to discuss the first real appearance of Obi Wan in the Star Wars TV universe with S1:E4 of The Clone Wars: Destroy Malevolence. On this episode: The religious trauma of Obi Wan The spirit of the law at liberty university From a certain point of view, obi is a liar Schlorp up…

Episode Notes Obi Wan Rewatch: Our Obi Origins It’s a new era in Rewatch World! Ryan and Andy are doing their best Inquisitor impressions as they hunt down Obi Wan Kenobi throughout the Star Wars television universe. Listen as the team talk about their history and feelings on this hunky wizard turned bastard hermit. On this episode: We’re thankful …

Episode Notes Ryan and Andy go in depth into Rebels S3E5: Hera’s Heroes. This is the last time we hear from the Twi’lek home planet in canon, and it has truly been too long. The Force Friends discuss where Cham and Ryloth can fit in the current Star Wars era before announcing the next phase of Force Friends Rewatch. On this episode: You gotta risk …

Episode Notes Andy and Ryan remind themselves how much they love Rebels with Season 2 Episode 16: Homecoming. It’s (debatably) a top 10 episode of the series and comes chock-a-block with some cool ships (a staple of any force friend’s favorite episode!) On this episode: Megachurches of Mandalore Jude Law and Alec Guinness both playing babies Maz Ka…

Episode Notes The force friends have long been the tough twinks of television, but now they’re the bad bois of books! Andy and Ryan are joined by Charles of Gold Squadron Gays to discuss Lords of the Sith by Paul S Kemp. This book was one of the first new canon things before new canon was a thing. And it’s on Ryloth, so here we go! Ryan wants to ki…

Episode Notes Ryan and Andy make their epic return just in time to adapt their now famous breakfast spaghetti social media feud for the podcast audience. They are joined by special guest Jamm the Jedi from the HoloNet Marauders to crack into Bad Batch episodes 11 & 12: “Devil’s Deal” and “Rescue on Ryloth”. -Certified breakfast spaghetti freak-7 da…

Episode Notes Mace Windu is here to bring liberty to Ryloth in the Clone Wars episode Liberty on Ryloth. Andy and Ryan discuss Cham Syndulla, Mace Windu powers, battle droids and more in their continuation of the deep dive into canon Twi’lek stories. On this Episode Everyone has the best interests of Ryloth at heart big suspicious wink Don’t skip S…

Episode Notes On a very special episode of the pod, Andy is joined by guest host Bekahsoka, as well as the author of the new Star Wars novel “Queen’s Hope”, E.K. Johnston! On this episode: Magnifying Glasses and Star Wars Mags How much Padme means to us Breaking up is hard to do! Celebrating prequel matriarchs Balancing Anakin and Vader Introducing…

Episode Notes We celebrate 50 episodes of Force Friends Rewatch by sharing 50 super cool, super fun things from Star Wars television shows! Find out what you’re missing out on by skipping these tremendous pieces of the canon! Did your favorite character make the list? Or did they get snubbed for an incredibly obscure Clone Wars scene? Listen to fin…

Episode Notes Ryan and Andy continue their twi’lek takeover of the pod with the help of frequent and wonderful guest Bekahsoka! The crew discusses Innocents of Ryloth and some hot takes on E.K. Johnston’s new book “Queen’s Hope”. On this episode: Who’s ready for Celebration? The convenience of big space cats I say wooder, you say it wrong Everyone …

Episode Notes We return to The Clone Wars to discuss Storm over Ryloth, the best chairs in the galaxy, and the difference between annoying children and bad characters. On this episode: The dark side has back support Ryan: the shrewd auction boy Marg Sabl maneuver! Who among us hasn’t killed our pilots? Ahsoka is as annoying as any 12 year old Batma…

Episode Notes Our first look at Ryloth in Star Wars canon take us to Clone Wars for some Binks hijinx! Jar Jar and Bail Organa go on a supply run to help our good buddy Cham Syndulla! On this episode: The MOST respect for Ahmed Best Who invited the Trade Federation? Wait you haven’t read Labyrinth of Evil??? George takes back control Don’t skip Jar…

Episode Notes New Year, New Season! In appreciation of Hera Syndulla every Twilek, we’re seeking out all the Star Wars stories that take us to their home planet of Ryloth. We’re so excited to cover these episodes (and maybe a book?!) and hope you’ll join us for the ride! On this episode: How do you pronounce “Twilek”? Shado Vao is very hot Waiting …

Episode Notes We’re joined by guest Charlie Gavin to share our favorite music written about the Star Wars Universe. Some songs are by fans, some are technically canon, but they are all a ton of fun. Thanks so much to our special guest! You can follow Charlie on twitter @charliepgavin and on instagram @charliepgavin_art.Songs from this Episode: We'r…

Episode Notes The Force Friends get all uwu as they cover the “Cute Episodes” of Star Wars Visions. Joining them is Where They PlayMayte Ronnie from Ending Pending! On this episode: Some truly awful dad jokes Unplayable Star Wars Games Lean into the Jedi Fascism’s Effects on Families Some very fun ships! Make the Robot a Boy! Or Vice Versa! Astro B…

Episode Notes The Force Friends continue their journey through Star Wars: Visions. This time they take a look at the Dark Side episodes as they discuss sexy Sith, excellent voice casts, and the huge disparity of Black force users. On this episode: An insult to Ventress Recycle ALL the Sith! The Luke student to umbrella lady pipeline Cowboy bad man …

Episode Notes Before we embark on Season 3 of our show, we are taking a look at the recently released Star Wars: Visions. Andy is joined by streamer/cosplayer/anime fan Vic (@viciousfrockery) to discuss the three “Light Side” episodes of Visions: “The Twins”, “The Ninth Jedi”, and “The Village Bride”. On this episode: Moist Sarlacc discourse Loving…

Episode Notes We cover the season 2 finale of The Mandalorian, and with that, have officially covered all of the Mandalorian television content available to date! Thank you for following along with us on this very educational journey! On this episode: Best baristas in the galaxy Star Wars Halloween is the best Halloween The Force Friends…stand divi…

Episode Notes In the Weeds with GerryWhat happens when Andy invites Gerry from the Bombadcast to discuss The Mandalorian? They almost forget to discuss The Mandalorian. These two Star Wars stans go deep and get deep about their experiences with the prequels, fandom, and Chapter 15: The Believer.On this episode: Dega-BOO! Taco Bell Indoctrination Bu…

Episode Notes The Force Friends bring the comedy to “The Tragedy” as they discuss Chapter 14 of The Mandalorian. Grogu pulls an ET and needs to phone home while an old friend of the franchise returns to claim his outfit. On this episode: Deep Cut Star Wars Games Transphobe Phone Tree Time doesn’t mean anything in Star Wars A Boba Fett for the rest …

Episode Notes The Force Friends enjoy some western-samurai fusion by watching Chapter 13: The Jedi. We also have a nice tall glass of Pink Milk as Mark (from Pink Milk) joins us!On this episode: Palpatine is super scary Sweet Suncoast Finds Picard is the bald one! Ahsoka hates attachments Not a chick fight Battlefront 2 pro strats Proud Dad Din His…

Episode Notes The Force Friends are riding s̶o̶l̶o̶ duo to cover Mandalorian Chapter 12: The Siege. Mando is always all killer no filler, except when it’s just a tiny bit filler. But even then, it’s still an enjoyable romp through space. On this episode: Bad Batch breakdown Shipping Clone bois Mando takes a vacation! Snoke in a tube?! Gideon the po…

Episode Notes The Mandalorian finds exactly what he’s been looking for…more Mandalorians? And they take off their helmets? Someone needs to explain! Here to explain is Mollie Damon from Star Wars Explained!On this episode: None of us saw Jar Jar coming The Missing Chunks of Bo-Katan Thirsty for the Darksaber This is the…taste of your own medicine L…

Episode Notes Content Warning: Spider DiscussionsDin Djarin takes on a passenger while Force Friends bring along a guest! Kat Selesnya from Chicks with Dice joins Andy and Ryan to discuss Mandalorian Chapter 10: The Passenger.On this episode: Oops! All non-binary villains! Hondo Appreciation Hours Release the Andy Episode IX Cut! JJ Abrams: the ten…

Episode Notes Ryan and Andy celebrate a very thirsty episode with a very thirsty guest. Cosplayer, Podcast Host, and Cobb Vanth Stan Evin joins the Force Friends to discuss The Marshall. On this episode: Andy distills the hottest takes Lonely at the Fulcrum Mixer Santa Clarita Friends Rewatch We don’t deserve Chuck Wendig Keep reading the things th…

Episode Notes We have come to the end of The Mandalorian Season 1 as we cover Chapters 7 and 8, “The Reckoning” and “Redemption” (respectively). And we are so lucky to have special guest Marcy (@elegantfeatherduster) on to discuss these two banger episodes. On this episode: It’s hot in this Yavin Ceremonial Jacket! Children’s Books Star Wars AU Luk…

Episode Notes Andy and Ryan discuss Chapter 6: The Prisoner. There is lots to like and one BIG thing to dislike and his name is Bll Brr. He fits right in with these 80’s movie bullies who we are meant to dislike! On this episode: The best Star Wars Tunes Put Idris Elba is Star Wars Trans Twileks! The irony escapes bill burr Gotta love the mouse dro…

Episode Notes We’re here to break down Chapter 5: The Gunslinger. But is should be called The Gunslinger and The Mechanic, because this episode as cool as Fennec Shand is, we cannot forget the new hero of Star Wars, Peli Motto. On this episode: Give us the answers Star Wars! The Looming Ghost of Boba Fett Representation really matters Inexplicably,…

Episode Notes Chapter 4 of The Mandalorian has arrived and it has LAYERS. Between The Magnificent Seven tropes and the introduction of Cara Dune, we have a lot to cover. Luckily, we’re joined by the very thoughtful and incredibly talented Chase of That Gay Jedi to really break it down. On this episode: Star Wars is GAY The Jar Jar over my bed The D…

Episode Notes We cover Chapter 3 of the Mandalorian with a very special guest. We just say YES to Twitch Streamer and Twitter personality, Joe Organa. This ones light on narrative, heavy on action, and a bit too middling on Werner Herzog dialogue (herzalogue?) On this episode: Falling in love in a cardboard box Star Wars is melting the children’s b…

Episode Notes We’re in it now. The Mandalorian Chapter 2 is on the docket and it’s time to discuss it over a tall frosty glass of pink milk! Bryan from the Pink Milk Podcast (@ServingPinkMilk) joins us to get personal about something we’re very familiar with: Star Wars from the queer perspective. On this episode: Max Rebo LIVES! Identifying the roo…

Episode Notes The moment we’ve been preparing for. It’s time to watch The Mandalorian! We are joined by Andrew Giotta (@l33t_h4x), to discuss our takes and memories of the debut episode. On this episode: A badass man who does badass things Andy will never remember Carl Weathers’ name It’s Pedro Pascal stan hours in the chat Morally gray? Stay away!…

Episode Notes With Heroes of Mandalore, we’ve reached the end of our Mandalorian Rewatch! It’s been fascinating to see the evolution of their lore and culture through Star Wars TV history. We can’t wait to pay it all off on our next episode covering The Mandalorian. On this episode “And on the left, a war torn planet!” Bo-Katan STOPS a war crime???…

Episode Notes We’ve been boarded! This week, we’re discussing Rebels episodes Zero Hour Part 1 & 2. We are joined by Jamm and AJ from Holonet Marauders to review the Rebels introduction of Thrawn and the future of Star Wars. On This Episode: Ryan subjects us all to 2 Truths and a Lie Andy RESPECTS a clipboard Let Fulcrum makeout disney hashtag hot …

Episode Notes We get back to our Mandalorian rewatch as we dive into one of the best Mandalorian episodes out there, “Legacy of Mandalore”. For those of you who haven’t watched Rebels, but really like The Mandalorian, this episode is worth diving into. On This Episode Muppets Take Mandalore Chet Sabine and his sister Sabine Sabine Living for a pett…

Episode Notes Sometimes, you have to head down to Florida to save Grogu from evil podcasters. Just a regular Tuesday in the near to mid distant future! We are so excited to have special guest Jeff Stormer here to GM us through this hilarious and fun Force Friends Adventure. You can find more of Jeff’s work (including his podcast “All my Fantasy Chi…

Episode Notes Andy and Ryan discuss the weapon of Mandalorian legends as they recap “Trials of the Darksaber” from Season 3 of Rebels. On this episode: No purpose is better than a bad purpose Ryan and Andy ride into the sunset (BUT NOT REALLY) The origins of lightsaber mythology Pauldrons, and Vambraces and Cuirasses! Oh My! Not 100% Beskar Is Tarr…

Episode Notes NOTE: This episode was recorded prior to the violence in DC on Jan 6. We don’t discuss or make mention to it, not because we're intentionally ignoring it, but because of linear time. We’re well on our way to the path to The Mandalorian, and we’re taking a quick stop to discuss Imperial Supercommandos. On this episode we’re joined by s…

Episode Notes Our Mandalorian journey has brought us into Rebels territory to catch up with a couple of badasses. We watch “The Protector of Concord Dawn” for some Fang Fighter flying awesomeness. Joining us is Ruus’alor Junior Meza from the Manda’galaar Clan of the Mandalorian Mercs. On this episode: Andy is right about the Clone Wars Timeline And…

Episode Notes It's time to discuss the most pivotal moment in Mandalorian history, The Siege of Mandalore. We are lucky enough to have Bekahsoka back on the show to join us in covering this monumental task. Go follow her on instagram at @Bekahsoka! On this episode: Mandalore get's sieged! Anakin fucks with lightsabers Bo-Katan and the fountain of y…

Episode Notes There was so much news that dropped last night, we had to get in your ears to discuss it all at once! This was originally supposed to be as an intro to our episode covering The Clone Wars' "Siege of Mandalore" arc, but then it was long. We cover everything including our feelings on Ahsoka and Rangers of the New Republic (meh) and our …

Episode Notes We cover the famous Mandalorian arc of Clone Wars containing “Eminence”, “Shades of Reason” and “The Lawless”. We are joined by the wonderful Aravis to discuss her deep connections with Mandalore and her completely legitimate infatuation with Pre Vizsla. On this episode: Preeminent Star Wars Daddy Aravis keeps track of bad boy points …

Episode Notes We’re back! And so is Ahsoka. She’s on Disney+ and chopping people’s heads off! We continue our Mando run by discussing “A Friend in Need”. We talk Star Wars as mythology and droid sentience. Also, this episode was recorded a while back before Mando Season 2 came out. We've got more coming soon! On this episode: Ryan is Boba Fett’s je…

Episode Notes We welcome on special guest, Bekahsoka to share her Star Wars origin story and what the most powerful women in the galaxy mean to her. We also continue our quest through the story of Mandalore with Clone Wars episodes “Corruption” and “The Academy”. On this episode: What is “cosplay”? The Clone Wars movie…the one with Stinky Very good…

Episode Notes We’re doing something new and fun in this episode that we’ve never done before. We’re watching some Clone Wars (space guitar riff). We watch “The Mandalore Plot”, “Voyage of Temptation”, and “The Duchess of Mandalore” to try to see what more we can learn about Mandalorian culture. Primarily, we learn they just love kicking Obi-Wan ass…

Episode Notes We’re doing things a little different during this next “testament” of Force Friends Rewatch. It’s the introduction to our Mando Arc! In anticipation of The Mandalorian Season 2, we’re watching all the Star Wars TV episodes that discuss Mandalorian life, culture, and lore. On this episode: Our Favorite Mandos The legacy of Karen Travis…

Episode Notes We’ve reached the two part finale of Rebels Season 1! What a tremendous finish. But it’s not over, it’s just the beginning. On this episode: Yoda does NOT eat chicken nuggets (well, maybe just one) The return of Ahsoka! Kick Ass Light Saber Duels Rex Gets Closure We Punch up Rogue One (it should have been a TV series so it’s fine…)…

Episode Notes Join us for the penultimate episode covering Season 1 of Rebels. We cover Episode 13 “Call to Action”. Next time, we will cover episodes 14 and 15 together to wrap up this season. On this episode: A clone army of Keanu Reeves vs. a clone army of Gary Buseys Buff Grand Moff Tarkin is queer representation We talk a lot about both Legend…