Episode XXI: In Which We Discuss How Padmé, Leia, and Rey Evolve Throughout the Star Wars Saga

In this episode, I discuss the character development of Padmé, Leia, and Rey throughout the Star Wars saga. I reflect on Padmé’s strength and leadership in Episode I, her softer side and romantic relationship in Episode II, and my disappointment with her reduced role in Episode III. I admire Leia’s independence and leadership qualities throughout …

Episode XVIII: In Which Planets & Settings In Star Wars Are Pondered

In this episode, I meander and ramble about the amount of planets and settings in each Star Wars movie. Do the amount of planets and settings reflect how good the movie is? After writing out all the planets/ships that the characters spend time on in each movie, I dissect if there is a correlation. None …

Episode XVII: In Which Kiri’s Daughter Crashes Her Star Wars Podcast

This episode was SO fun to record. My daughter had a snow day and stayed home from school and when she heard me starting to record a podcast on planets and settings, she wanted to do one too. So that one has been shelved for now. XD For those that want to hear a 6.5 …

Episode XVI: In Which There is a Discussion with Z. Jeffries About Jedi

In this episode, I sit down with YA sci-fi author Z. Jeffries to discuss the Jedi. I love the Jedi (as most of you know). Zachary thinks they have a lot of flaws. Specific talking points include: Only a Sith deals in absolutes The Jedi use fear to train Would it be better if there …

Episode XV: In Which There is a Discussion with Trent Gander About Wasted Storytelling Opportunities

In this episode, I have a discussion with Trent Gander about the characters within the Star Wars universe, specifically the new characters brought in with Disney storytelling. Does Disney give us too much context for characters? Not enough? Trent argues that "gritty realism" is important to Star Wars storytelling but Disney lacked that in the …