The identity of The Fulcrum is at stake as Kallus tries to dodge the grasp of Grand Admiral Thrawn while the secret location of Chopper Base is in jeopardy. Jimmy Mac and Kyle Newman get together to break down the latest REBELS ep. “Through Imperial Eyes”. From the opening sequence’s first person perspective to the Easter eggs hidden within Grand Admiral Thrawn’s office, we leave no code cylinder unchecked. Plus, Kyle gives a SMUGGLER’S update, and much more.
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Star Wars Influences #21: The Future of Star Wars
We look ahead to the future of STAR WARS when Jason Swank stops by to ask the question: Will any of our favorite characters have a happy ending? Jimmy and Paul continue to look ahead with speculation about THE LAST JEDI. Plus, we discuss the recently revealed Star Wars Celebration 2017 key art and talk about some STAR WARS poster art. The Han Solo standalone film has begun shooting in London with Joonas Suatomo taking on the role of Chewbacca solely by himself, Carrie Fisher’s Oscar wish gets support in Hollywood and much more.
Star Wars Rebels: Declassified: “Warhead” and The Darksaber Arc
We are playing catch up this time around on Declassified returns with a triple-play featuring analysis of the last three episodes of STAR WARS REBELS. Paul Bateman joins us to talk about all the Ralph McQuarrie design influences in “Warhead”, then we dig deep into Sabine’s story with the Darksaber duology: “Trials of the Darksaber” and “Legacy of Mandalore”.
Rebel Force Radio: February 17, 2017
While looking forward to THE LAST JEDI, we continue to pick apart and analyze ROGUE ONE. Joining us this week with his review is up-and-coming NASCAR driver Ryan Blaney, who shares his fandom with us while prepping for the biggest race of the year, The Daytona 500. Keeping with our auto theme, Nissan visited the Chicago Auto Show with a massive ROGUE ONE interactive display. Jimmy Mac paid a visit and talked The Wars with Nissan’s Jeremy Meadows, who gives us the behind-the-scenes info about the Nissan Rogue One Limited Edition and who he met at the ROGUE ONE world premiere. Plus, the latest news about THE LAST JEDI with comments from Disney’s Bob Iger, Kylo Ren actor Adam Driver and Josh Gad continues to harass Daisy Ridley. And, Mulgrew vs Feldshuh, RFR Slow and Tell, and bowls upon bowls of ROGUE ONE Chex Mix. #Savory
Rebel Force Radio: February 10, 2017
It’s officially time to begin the countdown to THE LAST JEDI and this week on RFR, we discuss the latest rumors about the release of the first Episode VIII trailer. And, ROGUE ONE concept art, recasting General Leia, and ILM’s John Knoll talks about resurrecting actors via CGI. Plus, listener voice mail, Nissan Death Trooper key chain winners, Lando meets Lando and Jedi Kanye.
Rebel Force Radio: February 3, 2017 with Ernest Cline
Ernest Cline, author of READY PLAYER ONE, ARMADA, and FANBOYS screenwriter returns to RFR to give us his ROGUE ONE review, updates on RP1, virtual reality gaming, and movies from the eighties. Ernie’s enthusiasm for STAR WARS and pop culture really gets us going! And, we have updates on our campaign to have Carrie Fisher’s Oscar tribute wish, as heard exclusively on RFR, Mark Hamill comments on prequel haters, and FROZEN’S “Olaf” Josh Gad tries to shake down Daisy Ridley for information regarding THE LAST JEDI. Plus, your chance to win an amazing ROGUE ONE Death Trooper key chain and much more!
Rebel Force Radio: January 27, 2017
THE LAST JEDI was revealed this week in a surprise announcement as the title of Rian Johnson’s upcoming STAR WARS EPISODE VIII. We discuss this title and speculate on it’s meaning and the impact it will have on the saga moving forward. Also this week, we unearth exclusive audio of Carrie Fisher telling us what her wish was for her own Oscar in-memorium segment. We would like to start a movement to get Carrie’s request honored by the Academy. In Star Wars news headlines this week: Woody Harrelson joins the Han Solo standalone film, ROGUE ONE gets a couple of Academy Awards nominations, Laura Dern talks about Episode VIII, Adam Driver talks about Carrie Fisher, and Felicity Jones hosts SNL
Star Wars Rebels: Declassified “Ghosts of Geonosis”
Saw Gerrera makes the transition from film to television with his STAR WARS REBELS debut in the 2-part “Ghosts of Geonosis”. We discuss all-things-Saw…From character to motivation to history and speculate on his future with the crew of The Ghost. Joining us at the roundtable to is STAR WARS author Adam Bray (“Ultimate Star Wars”) and Denver superfan Melody Deel from the Rebel Legion: Mountain Base and, along with RFR, one of Business Insider’s “Biggest Star Wars In the World”
Rebel Force Radio: January 6, 2017
ABC News reporter and resident STAR WARS expert Clayton Sandell joins us to talk about his latest exclusive report for Nightline about the recreation of Tarkin in ROGUE ONE. Clayton give us all the behind-the-scenes details about ILM’s latest and greatest achievements. Steve Sansweet, the legendary STAR WARS author, collector and fan ambassador, joins us from Rancho Obi-Wan to talk ROGUE ONE, share Carrie Fisher memories, and a great opportunity to win a trip to Rancho Obi-Wan courtesy of Little Debbie. And, we get caught up with our STAR WARS holiday adventures and discuss how many times we’ve seen ROGUE ONE, recap blowing up the Death Star at midnight on New Years Eve, and talk about when is the right time to introduce your child to the STAR WARS saga. Plus much more this week on RFR!
Star Wars Rebels: Declassified “Visions and Voices”
We review the STAR WARS REBELS mid-season finale “Visions and Voices”. Star Wars artist Kevin Liell joins us to talk about Darth Maul’s growing influence on Ezra Bridger, the tilt in the balance of The Force towards the Dark Side, and the return of The Nightsisters. Plus, we talk break down the new trailer for the second half of season 3, talk about the new voice of Ben Kenobi, and speculate on the future of STAR WARS REBELS.