Friends of the Force: A Star Wars Podcast

Feb 04 2025 281 ep. 78 mins 44

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Friends of the Force is a fan podcast dedicated to finding joy within the Star Wars fandom. Hosts Brad and Sarah invite listeners to their weekly in-depth discussions featuring film, television, publishing, interviews, and other niche topics that you can only find in a galaxy far, far away. We strike a balance between boundless enthusiasm and thoughtful exploration of the larger-than-life themes that bind us all together as friends of the Force.

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Skeleton Crew: Season One Retrospective

Feb 04 2025 99 mins

Claimsies! This week, we're looking back at season one of SKELETON CREW with our friend Darth Mollie to talk about how this beloved series set itself apart, the mysteries of At Attin, our most cherished Neel moments, and more. Website: http://www.friendsoftheforcepod.com Linktree: https://linktr.ee/friendsoftheforce Bluesky: https://tinyurl.com/36zwf8ay Instagram: Thank you to

“Tempest Breaker” Audiobook Discussion | The High Republic

Dec 30 2024 78 mins

We're closing out the year by diving into "Star Wars: Tempest Breaker," the latest High Republic audio drama by Cavan Scott. Where does Lourna Dee fit into the narrative as we head into wave three? What are Marchion Ro's remaining options to control the Blight and achieve galactic dominance? What does the future hold for Keeve Trennis? All of this and more on our final episode of 2

“Tears of the Nameless” Book Discussion | The High Republic

Dec 12 2024 155 mins

Have you ever heard the tragedy of the Tolemites? Well then you came to the right place! Join us as we bounce off the walls while discussing the latest High Republic young-adult novel "Tears of the Nameless" by George Mann. The numerous hours of #EggTalk finally come together as we look to the past to save the galaxy's future from the Nameless and the Blight. We also dive into Reat

“The Rise and Fall of the Galactic Empire” with Dr. Chris Kempshall

Nov 25 2024 63 mins

Dr. Chris Kempshall joins the podcast to discuss his first official Star Wars book, "The Rise of Fall of the Galactic Empire," which is an in-universe reference book written from the perspective of Beaumont Kin. We highlight Chris' background as a historian who specializes in the First World War and representations of warfare in media, and unpack the process of putting this profoun

“Beware the Nameless” Book Discussion | The High Republic

Nov 04 2024 97 mins

Hello there! We're back from a short hiatus to dive into the latest High Republic middle-grade novel "Beware the Nameless" by Zoraida Córdova. We discuss Churo the Hutt's journey as an outsider just trying to fit in, the ongoing threat of the Nameless, and why Tep Tep might be the key to all of this by asking the one question that matters most. Plus, the latest Star Wars books new

Interview with Suzie McGrath: The Voice of Tam Ryvora on STAR WARS RESISTANCE

Sep 08 2024 52 mins

This week, we're looking back at Star Wars Resistance with Suzie McGrath, the voice behind Team Fireball mechanic Tam Ryvora! Suzie reflects on her experience joining the Star Wars galaxy, Tam's story arc and the importance of empathy, and more. Remembering Resistance Day is an online event celebrating the legacy of Star Wars Resistance and is hosted annually on August 29.

“Temptation of the Force” Book Discussion | The High Republic

Aug 26 2024 137 mins

We're finally tackling one of our most anticipated books of the year: TEMPTATION OF THE FORCE by Tessa Gratton! We dive into the intimacy between Avar and Elzar, why love can ignite the stars, the encroaching Blight and Marchion Ro's grand scheme, fighting fear with empathy, and how this book ties into the potential endgame of the High Republic. (Spoilers ahead) Independent

Dee Bradley Baker on Voicing Nubs in YOUNG JEDI ADVENTURES (Roundtable Interview)

Aug 14 2024 25 mins

On today's episode, we're bringing you a roundtable interview with the iconic Dee Bradley Baker, whose voice-acting work has been a pillar of Star Wars animation for over a decade. Dee is best known for voicing the clones in both The Clone Wars & The Bad Batch, in addition to numerous other characters across multiple series. He's now lending his talents to the one

40 Years of Return of the Jedi with Clayton Sandell, Kelly Knox, & S.T. Bende

Aug 02 2024 33 mins

Clayton Sandell, Kelly Knox, and S.T. Bende join us to look back at 40 years of Star Wars history with RETURN OF THE JEDI: A VISUAL ARCHIVE from Insight Editions. We discuss the Jedi's long-lasting legacy & influence, making the behind-the-scenes elements feel tangible, and more. Website: http://www.friendsoftheforcepod.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/FriendsOfForce Linkt

San Diego Comic Con 2024: Acolyte Tie-Ins & the Reign of the Empire Trilogy

Jul 31 2024 64 mins

Another San Diego Comic Con has come and gone, and Star Wars book fans have much to look forward to! Brad and Sarah recap all the news from the weekend, including tie-in novels (finally!!) for The Acolyte (6:58). Plus, Monday brought another surprise announcement in the form of the Reign of the Empire trilogy launching next year (33:46). io9 Exclusive: https://gizmodo.com/star-war