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Dagobah Dispatch: An EW Star Wars Podcast

English, TV & Video, 2 seasons, 101 episodes, 3 days, 18 hours, 50 minutes
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This IS the podcast you are looking for! The Force is strong with Entertainment Weekly nerds Dalton Ross, Devan Coggan, Lauren Morgan and others as they geek out on all things Star Wars (the movies, the TV shows, the books, the toys) while humming bars to Yub Nub silently in their heads. Follow now, it’s not a trap!Theme Music by Brightarm Orchestra
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Last show ever: The Death Star blew up our podcast!

Some sad news as the Dagobah Dispatch is coming to an end… at least for now. But we will send it out with style as we bring back our former cohost Lauren Morgan and go through some of our favorite interviews and segments over the past two years. Plus: Did we make Samee cry? Yes. Yes, we did. Join Dalton and Devan for one last spin around the galaxy far, far away. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/14/202457 minutes, 50 seconds
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Why is Obi-Wan giving Luke a beer? Plus: Star Wars LEGO & Dark Forces Remaster

It’s a big week of Star Wars news — some good, some bad, some truly bizarre. We pay tribute the passing of the man who voiced one of our favorite Star Wars characters, Salacious B. Crumb, and point out another iconic voice role of his from another sci-fi franchise. Plus, we name our favorite Star Wars LEGO sets, review the new Dark Forces Remaster video game update, and fall down an insane Star Wars beer rabbit hole thanks to some recently resurfaced clips from Chile. Grab a cold one and join us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/7/202439 minutes, 44 seconds
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Bad Batch producers open up about season 3

Welcome, Star Wars fans! We’re joined by Bad Batch head writer Jennifer Corbett and supervising director Brad Rau, as they tease the third and final season of the animated series. Plus, departing EW writer Clark Collis joins us to share his memories of the Star Wars franchise, as we quiz him on his galactic knowledge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/29/20241 hour, 10 minutes, 37 seconds
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Dee Bradley Baker teases Bad Batch season 3

Legendary voice actor Dee Bradley Baker joins us to preview the third and final season of The Bad Batch, which returns with an action-packed, three-episode premiere. Plus, we break down some major videogame news and pay tribute to a late Star Wars legend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/22/202450 minutes, 15 seconds
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Does Emperor Palpatine have sex? Plus, Star Wars True or False: Phantom Menace Edition

The Phantom Menace is returning to movie theaters 25 years after its initial release, so we play a special TPM edition of Star Wars True or False to celebrate. Plus, we react to the Emperor Palpatine sex news, and YES, there is indeed Emperor Palpatine sex news. All that and a visit to The Cheesecake Factory! Call our voice mail line at 657-799-1566 to leave a message or ask a question about anything you want. Listen to us on Spotify to vote in this week's poll: Will you go see the Phantom Menace in theaters to celebrate its 25th anniversary? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/15/202448 minutes, 51 seconds
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Marc Bernardin talks about writing the new Star Wars Mace Windu comic

Mace Windu is back! Well… he’s still dead. Anakin and Palpatine saw to that. But the character has come back to life in a new prequel comic book series. And that comic books series is written by none other than former EW editor Marc Bernardin. Marc comes back on the pod to talk all about what it’s like writing for characters like Mace Windu and Yoda. He also names the Star Wars project he’s most excited for coming out soon. Plus, Dalton and Devan react to Daisy Ridley’s recent comments about fan reaction to The Rise of Skywalker. We get into it all! Leave us a voice mail message at 657-799-1566 to be part of the show and go vote in our weekly poll on Spotify: What is the best sequel trilogy movie?: The Force Awakens The Last Jedi The Rise of Skywalker Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/8/202444 minutes, 43 seconds
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Wes Chatham from Ahsoka takes us behind the Captain Enoch mask

We have a super fun one for you this week as we go behind the mask of Captain Enoch with the guy who plays him on Ahsoka, Wes Chatham. Wes talks about his history as a Star Wars fan, recalls a chance meeting with Thrawn creator Timothy Zahn, and explains why Enoch is a character to keep an eye on moving forward. It’s a freewheeling discussion with the former Expanse star and not to missed, so don’t miss it! Also call our voice mail line and day what you gotta say at 657-799-1566 and you can be part of the show! Listen to us on Spotify to take part in this week's poll: Is Thrawn’s right hand man Captain Enoch good at his job? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/1/202456 minutes, 59 seconds
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Star Wars legend Billy Dee Williams deep dives on all things Lando

This week on the Dagobah Dispatch, we are joined by the smoothest operator this side of the Outer Rim. Star Wars legend Billy Dee Williams stops by to chat all about playing Lando Calrissian in a galaxy far, far away. Williams — who has a new book called “What Have We Here?” coming out Feb. 13 — talks about having to deal with fans upset about Lando selling out Han Solo at the start of The Empire Strikes Back and what it was like coming back to the franchise for The Rise of Skywalker. It’s an engrossing deep dive with one of the original trilogy stars that cannot be missed! Also, we weigh in on the latest Bad Batch news and dream about what Princess Leia would have been like had Jodie Foster not turned down the role. All that and plenty more nonsense. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/25/202449 minutes, 15 seconds
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Natasha Liu Bordizzo talks Sabine Wren and Ahsoka season 1

This week, we welcome Sabine Wren herself to the podcast, as Natasha Liu Bordizzo joins us to chat all about Ahsoka season 1. Plus, we look ahead to the Star Wars universe in 2024 and preview some of our most anticipated shows — including The Acolyte, Skeleton Crew, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/18/202449 minutes, 41 seconds
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Eman Esfandi talks bringing Ezra Bridger to life

Where’s Ezra? He’s right here on EW’s Dagobah Dispatch, as Ahsoka star Eman Esfandi joins us to talk about bringing everyone’s favorite rebel Jedi into live action. Plus, we break down some major Star Wars news about Ahsoka season 2 and The Mandalorian coming to the big screen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/11/202452 minutes, 20 seconds
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Rosario Dawson looks back at season 1 of Ahsoka

Who better to talk Ahsoka with than Ahsoka herself! Rosario Dawson makes her return to the Dagobah Dispatch to chat all about season 1 of the Star Wars series. What does the star have to say about everything that went down? Listen in and find out! Also, Dalton and Devan go into all the Star Wars stuff they consumed over the holidays. Plus… HOT TUBS! Listen in and then call our voice mail line with your questions and comments at 657-799-1566 to be part of the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/4/202442 minutes, 16 seconds
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Breaking down the Star Wars Holiday Special with A Disturbance in the Force director Jeremy Coon

If it’s the holidays, then it’s time to chat about the Star Wars Holiday Special. And who better to chat about it with than one of the directors of the new SWHS documentary A Disturbance in the Force. Jeremy Coon joins us to separate fact from fiction from WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON when it comes to the weirdest corner of the Star Wars galaxy. Dalton and Devan also go through all the latest Star Wars news out there. Listen in and leave us a voice mail message about anything Star Wars related at 657-799-1566. And happy holidays! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12/21/202350 minutes, 2 seconds
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Hayden Christensen stops by to talk about playing Anakin again on Ahsoka

The Dark Lord of the Sith has returned… to the Dagobah Dispatch! On this week’s show, we welcome none other than Anakin Skywalker himself, Hayden Christensen, who joins us to talk all about his work on Ahsoka, playing Anakin for the first time as a master, working on Star Wars without George Lucas, and what he wants to do next. It’s a wide-ranging chat with Star Wars royalty, so sit back and enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12/14/202337 minutes, 5 seconds
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The 10 best Star Wars books ever

Its time! After talking so much about various Star Wars books, Dalton lays down his definitive list of the 10 best expanded universe novels ever… or, at least HIS personal picks for favorite titles (including both current canon and Legends entries). Looking for some things to ask for as gifts this holiday season? Then listen in for the perfect gift suggestions! What will Devan make of Dalton’s selections? Listen in to find out. Also, your voice mail messages! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12/7/20231 hour, 1 minute, 7 seconds
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Thoughts on Dave Filoni’s new job and Taika Waititi’s Star Wars film

On this week’s Dagobah Dispatch, Devan takes us on her Thanksgiving weekend trip to Galaxy’s Edge and the Life Day robes she declined to purchase. Plus, Dalton and Devan react to the news that Dave Filoni (who was our guest on last week’s podcast) will have even more input and control over all things Star Wars. We also chat about Taika Waititi’s latest comments regarding his upcoming franchise film and recall the time when Darth Vader hijacked NBC’s movie of the week. Come get some! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/30/202337 minutes, 6 seconds
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Dave Filoni answers all of our Ahsoka questions

Grab your Purrgil and hitch a ride with us to Peridea: Lucasfilm mastermind and series creator Dave Filoni joins us to talk all things Ahsoka, breaking down his yearslong journey with the character and answering all of our burning questions. How did they bring the World Between Worlds into live action? What’s up with the Mortis gods? And most importantly, what happened to Sabine’s Loth-cat??? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/22/202359 minutes, 22 seconds
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The Donny & Marie Star Wars Special is absurd and incredible

What if we told you that there is a Star Wars relic from the 1970s that actually rivals The Star Wars Holiday Special when it comes to pure WTF-ery? This week, we deep dive on the 1977 season 3 premiere of Donny & Marie — which featured dancing stormtroopers, Kris Kristofferson as Han Solo, and singing… so much singing. Listen in as we break the entire thing down — perhaps against our better judgement. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/16/202353 minutes, 30 seconds
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Debating the perfect Star Wars marathon order

What’s the right way to watch a Star Wars marathon? Do you start with The Phantom Menace, or are you Team New Hope? What about the controversial “machete order”? EW’s Christian Holub joins us to build the perfect Star Wars marathon, breaking down what to watch and what to (gasp!) skip. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/9/202354 minutes, 17 seconds
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The best Star Wars creatures ever. Plus, terrible cat pun names

It’s time to feature the creatures! This week, Devan and Dalton pick out their favorite Star Wars creatures ever. Will they go cute and cuddly or big and terrifying? Listen in to find out. Plus, Devan has a new plastic cat and Dalton has way too many Star Wars themed cat names to offer up as suggestions. Which one should she choose? Also, a prop from the original Star Wars film sets an auction house record. We’ll reveal what it was and how much it went for. That and much more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/26/202348 minutes, 25 seconds
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Star Wars True or False? Plus: Latest news out of Comic-Con

No more Ahsoka? No problem! That’s because we have plenty of other stuff to get into this week. Stuff like another round of our favorite game: Star Wars True or False? This time, Devan quizzes Dalton and makes him stake out some controversial opinions on Star Wars topics. But that’s not all. We’ll also delve into the latest Star Wars news to come out of New York Comic-Con and react to your voice mails at our listener hotline. Call and leave yours at 657-799-1566. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/19/202352 minutes, 59 seconds
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Ahsoka love it and loathe it with Lauren Morgan

Our former cohost Lauren Morgan is back for the week to present her list of the three things she loved about the TV series Ahsoka, as well as the three things that drove her crazy about the show. Can she keep each list to just three things? OF COURSE NOT! But listen in anyway! Also, make sure to call and leave us a message at our Dagobah Dispatch hotline with your thoughts on anything Star Wars related at 657-799-1566, and you can become part of our show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/12/202359 minutes, 46 seconds
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Ahsoka finale reaction! Plus: Ahsoka director of photography Eric Steelberg

We have SO many thoughts about the finale of Ahsoka and we share those thoughts in full detail on this week’s episode. Did we love or loathe the last season 1 chapter, and do we feel the show stuck the landing? All shall be revealed! Not only that, but we share YOUR thoughts about the finale as well courtesy of our listener hotline. And then, we’re joined by Ahsoka’s director of photography, Eric Steelberg, who discusses creating the look of the series. Jump into the episode and then share your thoughts with us by calling 657-799-1566. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/5/20231 hour, 32 minutes, 15 seconds
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Ahsoka episode 7 breakdown and a finale preview

Only one episode of Ahsoka left! We go through everything that went down in episode 7 (Threepio! Anakin! Some A-hole senator!) and also look ahead to next week’s finale. We also react and respond to your voice mail messages left at 657-799-1566. Plus, some company did research on what they claim are the least popular Star Wars movies ever, so naturally we have to dive into that as well. Dive in with us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/28/20231 hour, 6 minutes, 24 seconds
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Grand Admiral Thrawn and Ezra Bridger make their Ahsoka debuts!

It was a two-for-the-price-of-one deal on this week’s episode of Ahsoka, as not only did Grand Admiral Thrawn make his live-action debut, but we also got to see a non-hologram version of Ezra Bridger. We take a trip to the galaxy of Peridea to break down everything that happened in episode 6 — including Baylan Skoll’s mysterious plan. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/21/202346 minutes, 46 seconds
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Anakin vs. Ahsoka lightsaber duel! Plus: Mary Elizabeth Winstead joins us to talk Hera

Well… that was awesome. Anakin Skywalker’s return continued on this week’s episode of Ahsoka, and it was crackling with lightsaber-crossing intensity as the title character did battle against her former master, seeing shades of the monster he eventually became. What began with some playfully light banter escalated… quickly. But it was all part of Ahsoka’s training to resist the kill-and-don’t-be-killed path that her master went down. We break down the entire exchange — as well as the appearance of another Clone Wars favorite. Plus, we are joined by Hera herself, as Mary Elizabeth Winstead talked to us before the actor’s strike, and we have that interview ready to roll. So come roll with us as we once again deep dive into all things Ahsoka. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/14/20231 hour, 19 minutes, 59 seconds
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Anakin’s return! Plus: Ivanna Sakhno talks about playing Shin on Ahsoka

Episode 4 of Ahsoka was a huge one as it featured the return of the title character’s former master, Anakin Skywalker. And this week’s episode of the Dagobah Dispatch is equally huge as we not only break it all down, but are also joined by Shin Hati herself, Ivanna Sakhno, who sat down with us before the actors’ strike to chat about both her character and the show. We’ll get into it with the Ahsoka star and also talk about all the huge battles that took place on this week’s installment. Fire up the hyperspace ring because it’s time to blast off! And call us at 657-799-1566 to let us know what you thought of this week’s Ahsoka episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/7/20231 hour, 5 minutes, 13 seconds
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Diana Lee Inosanto talks Ahsoka as we break down episode 3

EW’s Christian Holub joins us for a deep dive into Ahsoka episode 3 — featuring cranky droids, chancellor cameos, and an impressive lightsaber space walk. Plus, Diana Lee Inosanto talks about bringing the villainous Morgan Elsbeth to life in an interview conducted prior to the start of the SAG-AFTRA strike. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/31/202358 minutes, 11 seconds
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Ahsoka premiere breakdown and Adam Scott plays a cranky stormtrooper

The first two episodes of Ahsoka are out now, and we are breaking down all the big surprises along the way. We get the timeline of the first two installments, the connections to Star Wars Rebels, the kick-ass villains, and ponder why a lightsaber to the chest is just a flesh wound. Plus, in addition to recapping and reviewing the show, we also have an exclusive audio excerpt from the latest Star Wars book— From a Certain Point of View: Return of the Jedi. Not only that, but said audio excerpt is read by none other than Adam Scott. Want to hear the Parks and Recreation and Severance star playing a cranky stormtrooper. Here’s your chance! You can also call us and leave us a message for the pod with your thoughts on Ahsoka so far. Just dial us up at 657-799-1566. Audio excerpted courtesy of Penguin Random House Audio from Star Wars: From a Certain Point of View: Return of the Jedi by Various Authors, read by A Full Cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/24/202356 minutes, 33 seconds
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Rosario Dawson part 2 of our interview. Plus: We play Star Wars True or False?

Hot on the heels of last week’s cliffhanger episode, we return with part 2 of our interview with Ahsoka star Rosario Dawson. So much goodness to go around as Rosario talks more about bringing the animated icon to the live-action screen. And that’s not all, as Dalton and Devan also play a round of our favorite game: Star Wars True or False? Will the hosts agree or disagree on some intergalactic hot takes? Listen in to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/17/20231 hour, 52 seconds
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Rosario Dawson stops by to talk Ahsoka & we rank the Ghost crew

We are getting ever closer to the premiere of Ahsoka, so who better to join us on the podcast this week than Ahsoka herself! That’s right, Rosario Dawson checked in with us right before the SAG-AFTRA strike to talk about the new show and we’ve got part one of that conversation ready to roll this week. But that’s not all we have. Former Dagobah Dispatch cohost Lauren Morgan is back to present her official ranking of the Ghost crew from Rebels — many, if not all, of whom will be appearing on Ahsoka. (Kanan Jarrus force ghost, anyone?) Where will Lauren rank each member? Tune in to find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/10/20231 hour, 17 minutes, 26 seconds
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Andy Serkis & Genevieve O’Reilly talk Andor. Plus: Breaking down EW’s Ahsoka cover story

It’s a big Star Wars week here at Entertainment Weekly as Dagobah Dispatch’s own Devan Coggan wrote EW’s digital cover story on Ahsoka. Get the inside scoop on the big story straight from the writer! Plus: Andy Serkis & Genevieve O’Reilly joined the podcast before the SAG-AFRTA strike to talk all things Andor, and we’ve got that interview ready to roll. Join us! Read Devan's cover story here Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/4/202356 minutes, 57 seconds
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The Acolyte’s Manny Jacinto, Dafne Keen, and Charlie Barnett join us. Plus: Best Star Wars outfits!

This week on the Dagobah Dispatch, we pick out our favorite costumes, uniforms, and ensembles from Star Wars galaxy. What are the best looks to ever come out of a Star Wars project? We have opinions! And those opinions shall henceforth be shared! Plus, Manny Jacinto, Dafne Keen, and Charlie Barnett stopped by before the strike to talk about their upcoming series The Acolyte and why they hope to surpass the best lightsaber battle scenes ever. Get the full scoop on the show right here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/27/202353 minutes, 25 seconds
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The Acolyte’s Joonas Suotamo, Jodie Turner-Smith, Rebecca Henderson, and Dean-Charles Chapman join the show

This week, we welcome in four more stars of The Acolyte as Joonas Suotamo, Jodie Turner-Smith, Rebecca Henderson, and Dean-Charles Chapman stopped by before the SAG-AFTRA strike to talk all about their upcoming Star Wars series… including the first live-action Wookiee Jedi! The actors spill lots of info and intel about the new show. Plus, we break down the most exciting and surprising Star Wars Emmy nominations, and attempt to run a mile in Darth Vader’s shoes. As the Dark Lord of the Sith would say… “NOOOOOOOOOOOOO!” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/20/202348 minutes, 7 seconds
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The Acolyte’s Amandla Stenberg, Lee Jung-jae, & Leslye Headland stop by. Plus: Droid rankings!

It’s time to start unraveling the mystery of The Acolyte, and whom better to do the unraveling than showrunner Leslye Headland and stars Amandla Stenberg and Lee Jung-jae? The power trio joins us this week to drop some info and intel on the new Star Wars series set in the final days of the High Republic, and it’s a conversation you don’t want to miss — especially if you enjoy talk of Jedi Wookies! Plus, we debate and discuss Devan’s ranked list of Star Wars droids, including some VERY controversial selections. Join us and see if you agree! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/13/20231 hour, 13 minutes, 54 seconds
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Jude Law, Chris Ford, Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Mads Mikkelsen, and James Mangold all stop by!

It’s a huuuuuuuuuge episode this week as are not only joined by ‘Star Wars: Skeleton Crew’ star Jude Law and co-creator Chris Ford, but also have a visit with Phoebe Waller-Bridge, Mads Mikkelsen, and director James Mangold from ‘Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny.’ And that’s not all as we also have an exclusive audio excerpt from the new ‘Star Wars: Inquisitor: Rise of the Red Blade’ novel by Delilah S. Dawson, and dive into the weird, wild world of Star Wars Pez dispensers. Dive in with us! Audio excerpted courtesy of Penguin Random House Audio from Star Wars: Inquisitor: Rise of the Red Blade by Delilah S. Dawson, read by Kristen Sieh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/29/20231 hour, 2 minutes, 3 seconds
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Andor stars Denise Gough, Kyle Soller, and Adria Arjona get wild, and a Star Wars Muppet Show deep dive

We’ve got a doozy of an episode for you this week. We talk about the news that Michael Shannon turned down an undisclosed Star Wars role, and come up with a pretty good guess as to what that role may have been. We then dive into the 1980 “Stars of Star Wars” episode of The Muppet Show, when Mark Hamill and others stopped by to sing and dance on the popular variety show. But those are just the appetizers to fun and frisky chat with our guests — Andor stars Denise Gough, Kyle Soller, and Adria Arjona. It’s a super fun conversation you don’t want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/22/202349 minutes, 42 seconds
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Stellan Skarsgård talks Andor and we play Star Wars: True or False

Another week, and another kick-ass interview, as Andor star Stellan Skarsgård joins us to chat all things Luthen and his tremendous taste in space wigs. And that’s not our only special guest, as former cohost Lauren Morgan returns to debate and discuss some bold statements as we play a game of Star Wars: True or False. Play along and see if you agree with our Hot Takes as we tackle some serious hot button topics sure to both intrigue and infuriate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/15/202344 minutes, 17 seconds
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Diego Luna and Tony Gilroy tease Andor season 2

The Rebellion endures: Hear from Andor creator Tony Gilroy and star Diego Luna, who open up about season 2 and reveal how upcoming episodes will set the stage for Rogue One. Plus, we’re joined by EW staffer Christian Holub, who talks Attack of the Clones, David Lynch’s version of Return of the Jedi, and Ali Hazelwood’s Star Wars-inspired romance novel The Love Hypothesis. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/1/202347 minutes, 8 seconds
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Ahsoka stars Ray Stevenson, Lars Mikkelsen, Diana Lee Inosanto, and Ivanna Sakhno

A sad development this week as we react to the terrible news that Ahsoka star Ray Stevenson passed away. However, we are able to share the joy Ray felt being part of the Star Wars franchise with one of his final interviews. Ray and his costars Lars Mikkelsen, Diana Lee Inosanto, and Ivanna Sakhno spoke to the Dagobah Dispatch back at Star Wars Celebration and we have that chat with the foursome for you this week, highlighting how much love the late actor had for his character, his castmates, and the Star Wars galaxy as a whole. We hope you listen and enjoy Ray’s enthusiasm for the show and everyone else who worked on it. Plus: We revisit the great “Yub Nub” controversy of last week, react to the news of Galactic Starcruiser taking its final voyage, and look at if Star Wars streaming shows will be impacted by the ongoing writers’ strike. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/25/202351 minutes, 14 seconds
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Ahsoka stars Rosario Dawson, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, and Natasha Liu Bordizzo. Plus: ranking the best Star Wars songs

Star Wars has some of the most iconic music of all-time. But what is the most iconic Star Wars song of all? We debate and discuss Devan’s ranked list of the top 15 Star Wars songs ever. What did she get right? What did she get wrong? Listen in and decide! Plus: We welcome in Ahsoka stars Rosario Dawson, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, and Natasha Liu Bordizzo to talk about bringing the title character, Hera, and Sabine from animation to live action. A must-listen to interview about the next big Star Wars series. So get listening! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/18/20231 hour, 11 minutes, 33 seconds
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Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy talks the future of Star Wars plus a Jedi: Survivor Review with Nick Romano

You don’t get guests much bigger than this, as we welcome Lucasfilm president Kathleen Kennedy to the podcast this week. Kennedy talks all about the three new Star Wars films on the horizon, the future of the various streaming shows, whether the stars of the Star Wars Jedi video game series will ever make their way to live action, and more! Speaking of Star Wars Jedi, EW’s Nick Romano joins us this week to give his review of the new Jedi Survivor game **Spoiler Alert @36:03**, and reveals some connections to the broader Star Wars galaxy. We also hit on recent franchise news involving Carrie Fisher and Damon Lindelof. Join us, won’t you? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/11/202353 minutes, 27 seconds
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Star Wars: Visions season 2 deep dive with executive producers James Waugh, Jacqui Lopez, and Josh Rimes

May the 4th be with you! It’s also a special show this week because it is the Dagobah Dispatch’s one year anniversary! Devan and Dalton celebrate the occasion by diving deep into the just released ‘Star Wars: Visions’ season 2. What are our favorite installments from the new collection? We’ll tell you, while also revealing the OG character that makes a sneaky appearance along the way. Not only that, but we welcome executive producers James Waugh, Jacqui Lopez, and Josh Rimes to the show to help break it all down. Plus: Dalton recounts his journey to go see ‘Return of the Jedi’ back on the big screen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/4/202353 minutes, 51 seconds
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Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni talk Star Wars movie & TV. Plus: Our favorite Star Wars toys ever

We’re bringing out the big blasters this week as Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni join the pod to talk about everything happening in their corner of the Star Wars galaxy — including The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, Skeleton Crew, and their upcoming big screen movie. They also get all into the surprise appearances of Lizzo, Jack Black, and Ahmed Best. A lot of stuff to get into, and we get into it all with the dynamic duo. Plus, Devan and Dalton talk about their favorite Star Wars toys and merch ever — sharing some embarrassing stories along the way. You may never listen to them the same way again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/27/202354 minutes, 35 seconds
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The Mandalorian season 3 finale react. Plus: Katee Sackhoff and Rick Famuyiwa stop by

There’s a whole lot to get into with The Mandalorian season 3 finale, so let’s get into it! Is [SPOILER] really dead? And what do we think about that ending? Your full breakdown awaits! We also chat with Bo-Katan herself, Katee Sackoff, and Mandalorian director Rick Famuyiwa. And as if all that is not enough, we have a big announcement and big surprise for one of our hosts that you will not want to miss. Strap in. It’s go time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/20/202354 minutes, 18 seconds
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Giancarlo Esposito, Carl Weathers, & Emily Swallow talk The Mandalorian and we break down Star Wars Celebration

So much to get to this week, as we weigh in on all the big news out of Star Wars Celebration, including the exclusive footage of The Acolyte, Skeleton Crew, and Ahsoka we saw at the panels. We also break down the season 3 penultimate episode of The Mandalorian, including that big death as well as the return of Moff Gideon, who brought along a few friends. Speaking of which, we welcome Giancarlo Esposito, Carl Weathers, & Emily Swallow back to the pod this week to talk all things Mando. This is the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/13/202355 minutes, 10 seconds
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Katy O’Brian and Katee Sackhoff talk The Mandalorian, plus an exclusive audio excerpt

It’s Katy versus Katee on this week’s Dagobah Dispatch, as Mandalorian stars Katy O’Brian (Elia Kane) and Katee Sackhoff (Bo-Katan Kryze) stop by to chat all things season 3. Plus, we break down “Chapter 22: Guns for Hire” and dissect those surprising musical cameos. And if that wasn’t enough, we also have an exclusive excerpt from Lydia Kang’s upcoming novel Star Wars: Cataclysm. Cue your favorite Lizzo song and join us as we head to Plazir-15!Audio excerpted courtesy of Penguin Random House Audio from Star Wars: Cataclysm (The High Republic) by Lydia Kang, read by Marc Thompson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
4/6/20231 hour, 7 minutes, 17 seconds
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Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni talk Mandalorian season 3 and we recap Chapter 21

We’re pulling out the big guns this week as Mandalorian creator Jon Favreau and exec producer Dave Filoni join the show to chat all about season 3 of The Mandalorian — including bringing over Ghost Crew members, if we may see a live action Cal Kestis, and how many more seasons they want to do. Hear what the creative forces behind the show have to say about its future. Plus, we recap everything that went down on “Chapter 21: The Pirate” and also talk about that big Rogue One crossover that just went down on the Bad Batch finale. Lots to get to! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/30/202358 minutes, 4 seconds
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Katee Sackhoff joins us and we react to that Mandalorian Grogu flashback

It was a star (wars) studded episode of The Mandalorian this week, and it is a star (wars) studded episode of the Dagobah Dispatch podcast as we welcome Katee Sackhoff back to the show to discuss all things Bo-Katan. Not only that, but we delve into the surprise return of Jar Jar Binks actor Ahmed Best on “Chapter 20: The Foundling,” this time as a Jedi. And not just any Jedi, but the Jedi who saved Grogu from Order 66! We get into it all, and also talk about some big new directing news over on the Skeleton Crew series as well as the latest developments on The Bad Batch. There’s a lot to get to, so let’s get to it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/23/202358 minutes, 44 seconds
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Pedro Pascal stops by as we chat The Mandalorian Chapter 19 and Dr. Pershing’s fate

Welcome to Coruscant! The Mandalorian gave us our first look at the capital planet after the fall of the Empire in “Chapter 19: The Convert”, and it was a deep dive into Dr. Pershing as he tried to integrate into the New Republic. The problem was, he also wanted to continue his cloning research, which he deemed as a noble cause. Let’s just say that integration did not go so well. We break it all down, and also talk about a new Star Wars movie that just premiered. Seriously! Oh, and did we mention that our guest this week is Pedro Pascal. No big deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/16/202343 minutes, 32 seconds
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Katee Sackhoff breaks down Mandalorian Chapter 18 and Bo-Katan’s shocking discovery

The Mandalorian Chapter 18 ended with a big surprise, and the person being surprised was none other than Katee Sackhoff’s Bo-Katan. Sackhoff joins us on this week’s episode of Dagobah Dispatch to talk all about the latest episode and whether Bo-Katan has earned the Darksaber since she used it to defeat the alien who defeated Din. Plus, Dalton, Devan, and Lauren share their thoughts on the entire installment while also going through the latest Star Wars movie news and throwing some love on the latest episode of The Bad Batch. GET SOME! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/9/20231 hour, 2 minutes, 10 seconds
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The Mandalorian season 3 premiere recap with director Rick Famuyiwa

Mando and Grogu are back, and we recap all the big moments from the season 3 premiere of The Mandalorian, including the return of some familiar faces and an explanation for what happened to a former star of the show. We get into it all. Plus, we are joined by premiere director and newly crowned series executive producer Rick Famuyiwa, who explains how he directs Grogu and if he agrees with Pedro Pascal’s assessment that Return of the Jedi is the best Star Wars film. It’s all here. Come get some! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/2/202354 minutes, 19 seconds
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Ranking the top 15 clone troopers. Plus: Star Wars author Lydia Kang stops by

It’s a full-on attack of the clones this week as Lauren Morgan ranks her top 15 clone troopers ever. We all know Lauren’s huge clone crush will rank #1, but how will the rest of the list pan out, and what will Dalton Ross and Devan Coggan have to say about it? Listen in and find out! Plus, we have an interview with Star Wars: Cataclysm author Lydia Kang, who talks all about what it’s like writing for the High Republic series and merging her story with so many others. It’s a fascinating look into the process of creating a huge new section of the Star Wars galaxy, and it’s ready and waiting for your ears. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/23/20231 hour, 19 minutes, 6 seconds
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The best Star Wars dialogue ever and an exclusive audio excerpt

We covered the worst Star Wars dialogue ever a few weeks back, and now it’s time to share our choices for the BEST lines from any Star Wars film. Dalton, Devan, and Lauren each pick their franchise favorites and what makes them so memorable. (Which one is your favorite?) Plus: We have an exclusive audio excerpt from the upcoming Star Wars Jedi: Battle Scars, out on March 7 featuring a battle with the fearsome Fifth Brother. A lot of good stuff to be had this week, so get to it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/16/202349 minutes, 10 seconds
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Star Wars finally shows the switch from clones to stormtroopers

It was a big week in the Star Wars galaxy, and many may not have even realized it. The Bad Batch dropped not one but two episodes this week, and they fil in a huge gap in the missing Star Wars mythology — showing the how, what, when, and where the switch was made from the Empire using clones to stormtroopers. Dalton and Lauren break down how it happened and their thoughts on how it was handled. Then, Bad Batch executive producers Jennifer Corbett and Brad Rau join us to talk all about season 2. Also, find out Lauren and Dalton’s favorite drinks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/9/202339 minutes, 12 seconds
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Defending Jar Jar Binks

Meesa thinks it’s time for our most controversial episode yet of the Dagobah Dispatch. That’s because EW’s Emlyn Travis joins us to defend the most attacked character in the history of Star Wars… and perhaps all of pop culture. That’s right! Emlyn loved Jar Jar Binks and she wants everyone to know it! She explains why the Gungan has gotten a bad rap and is actually a valuable addition to the Star Wars galaxy. The debate and discussion is then opened with Dalton sharing stories of his time spent with actor Ahmed Best a decade ago, and Devan and Lauren sharing their thoughts on the polarizing figure. Listen in and see where you stand on this hot button topic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
2/2/202351 minutes, 15 seconds
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Picking the worst Star Wars dialogue ever. Plus: Michelle Ang talks Bad Batch

We love Star Wars! But let’s be honest, the dialogue is not always the absolute best of the best. With that in mind, we take a look at some of the worst Star Wars dialogue ever put onto screen. Will it involve sand or someone somehow returning? Listen in to find out as Dalton, Devan, and Lauren present their picks for the worst of the worst. Plus, Michelle Ang joins us to talk about playing Omega on The Bad Batch! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/26/202348 minutes, 32 seconds
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Best Star Wars video games, new Mandalorian trailer, & Cameron Monaghan talks Jedi: Survivor

There’s a new Mandalorian season 3 trailer, and we break down everything we just saw. Plus, Nick Romano joins us to talk about our favorite Star Wars video games ever, including one very off-beat choice you not only won’t see coming, but may not have known even existed! Then, Nick chats with Cameron Monaghan, who stars as Cal Kestis in the upcoming Jedi: Fallen Order video game. All that and a little Bad Batch discussion as well. Plus: potato chip preferences are revealed! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/19/20231 hour, 18 minutes, 31 seconds
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Star Wars 2023 Preview Extravaganza!

There’s so much damn Star Wars happening in 2023 and we are here to break it all down for you. Dalton, Devan, and Lauren go through all the Star Wars TV shows coming our way this year, and name the one they are looking forward to the most. We also get into the big video game sequel on the horizon and all the new books as well. And not only do we peek in to the future, but we also tackle the present, weighing in on the return of Commander Cody on this week’s episode of The Bad Batch. What do we think about being reunited with the man who tried to take out Obi Wan Kenobi? Listen in and find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/12/20231 hour, 7 minutes, 43 seconds
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Dee Bradley Baker teases The Bad Batch season 2

Happy New Year, Star Wars fans! Voice acting legend Dee Bradley Baker is here to kick off 2023, joining us to tease season 2 of The Bad Batch. Plus, we look ahead to a year of new Star Wars projects, from new Mandalorian to the long-anticipated Ahsoka show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
1/5/202334 minutes, 9 seconds
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Star Wars Holiday Special deconstruction, and an exclusive surprise!

Something old and something new on this week’s podcast. We begin by diving deep into the absolute madness that is the Star Wars Holiday Special, which may or may not involve virtual reality Wookiee sex. There are no words for how weird this 1978 artifact is, but we will attempt to find them anyway as we break down the insanity. Then, we have a treat for you as we present an exclusive clip from the new High Republic audio drama Star Wars: The Battle of Jedha! This is the only place where you can hear this advance listen to the upcoming story coming out January 3. Consider it a reward for anyone who actually endured the Star Wars Holiday Special at some point in their lives. [Audio excerpted courtesy of Penguin Random House Audio from Star Wars: The Battle of Jedha (The High Republic) by George Mann, read by a full cast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12/15/20221 hour, 11 minutes, 40 seconds
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Revisiting "Christmas in the Stars: Star Wars Christmas Album", track by track

This week on the podcast, we do a deep dive on John Bon Jovi! Well, that’s not entirely accurate. But we are doing a deep dive on the first John Bon Jovi recorded performance, which happens to be on 1980’s “Christmas in the Stars: Star Wars Christmas Album.” We dig into the entire record, track by track, offering some history on the project as well as our thoughts on each and every song (for better or for worse). Join us on this holiday adventure as Dalton, Devan, and Lauren travel to a galaxy far, far away to find out how the heck they even know what Christmas is anyway. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12/8/20221 hour, 2 minutes, 54 seconds
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Debating the Anakin & Padmé love story; Star Wars author Zoraida Cordova

Get ready for some aggressive negotiations as EW’s Maureen Lee Lenker joins us this week to defend the Anakin and Padmé love story in Attack of the Clones. Find out why Maureen still gets all hot and bothered by the duo frolicking in the meadow and rolling awkwardly down a hill. Will Dalton, Devan, and Lauren agree or disagree with her assessment? Listen in and find out! Also, we discuss Baby Grogu hats and Lauren sits down with Zoraida Cordova, the author of the latest High Republic novel, Convergence. So much Star Wars coming your way! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
12/1/202259 minutes, 14 seconds
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Diego Luna & Tony Gilroy join us to talk Andor finale!

Season 1 of Andor is in the books and we have two amazing guests to break it all down. Cassian Andor himself, Diego Luna, returns to the podcast to talk about everything that happened, and series creator Tony Gilroy answers all our burning questions about what we just saw and what we can expect in season 2. Dalton, Devan, and Lauren also share their thoughts, and grade the season as a whole. Plus: What’s the best Thanksgiving side dish? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/23/20221 hour, 10 minutes, 7 seconds
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Go behind the scenes of Andor with the costume and production designers

How do you find the look of a galaxy far, far away? This week, we welcome Andor production designer Luke Hull and costume designer Michael Wilkinson, who break down the series' lavish looks and stunning sets (as we once again drool over Mon Mothma’s gorgeous apartment). Plus, Dalton, Lauren, and Devan break down the penultimate episode of Andor — and make our predictions for the upcoming finale. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/17/202243 minutes, 58 seconds
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Andy Serkis & Toby Haynes talk Andor prison escape!

We have a double dose of awesome for you this week as both Andy Serkis (who plays Kino Loy) and director Toby Haynes join us to talk about the dramatic prison break and the best episode of Andor yet. Dalton, Devan, and Lauren also chat about the installment while wondering about the fate of Kino. Not only that, but we get into the Lauren’s latest Star Wars holiday purchase. Can it beat out the Ewok Christmas tree figurine? Listen in and find out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/10/202258 minutes, 38 seconds
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Kyle Soller talks about playing super weirdo Syril Karn on Andor

Syril Karn is an interesting dude. And when we say “interesting”, we mean weird, awkward, and totally obsessed with cereal. On this week’s episode of the pod, we welcome the man behind the crisp, perfectly pressed uniform as Kyle Soller joins us to talk about playing the enigmatic character on Andor. He also reveals what that cereal actually tastes like. In addition, Dalton, Devan, and Lauren share their thoughts on episode 9 and spend way too much time discussing a very curious Star Wars Christmas gift that may end up on one of their mantles. Our latest episode is just waiting to be unwrapped! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
11/3/202242 minutes, 2 seconds
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Ashley Eckstein (Ahsoka) and Corey Burton (Count Dooku) talk Tales of the Jedi

We bring balance to the Force this week as we welcome in Tales of the Jedi stars Ashley Eckstein (who plays Ahsoka) and Corey Burton (Count Dooku) to discuss the new animated Star Wars series and much more. Plus, Dalton, Devan, and Lauren share their own thoughts on the show while also delving into the latest episode of Andor and the news of a Damon Lindelof Star Wars film. Tons to get get to, so let’s get to it! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/27/20221 hour, 23 minutes, 16 seconds
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Is Yoda overrated? Plus: More Mon Mothma, please!

This week’s episode of Dagobah Dispatch features a very special mystery guest who joins us to spew off with a very controversial opinion: that Yoda is lame. Wait, WHAT?!? Said mystery guest presents their argument, and then we not only respond to the sacrilege, but weigh in on the great Puppet Yoda vs. CGI Yoda debate. We also share our thoughts on episode 7 of Andor, which includes two great Mon Mothma scenes and one super cool new planet. We get into it all, including a possibly edible carbonite Han Solo. Dig in! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/20/202254 minutes, 41 seconds
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Grading Andor halfway through season 1 and thoughts on audiobooks

Andor is now halfway through its first season, so it’s time to weigh in on the show so far. Dalton, Devan, and Lauren share their thoughts on the latest episode and how the first six installments have fared as a whole. Or, at least half of a whole. We also delve into the world of Star Wars audiobooks, and our thoughts on audiobooks in general. And then Lauren updates us about her visit to the Star Wars publishing panel at New York Comic Con. So much to talk about, and talk we shall! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/13/202242 minutes, 10 seconds
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Debating The Rise of Skywalker

We’ve got another Star Wars hot take coming at you this week, as EW’s Jessica Leon joins us to defend The Rise of Skywalker from all the haters (including a few of our hosts). Why does Jessica think TROS deserves more respect? She tells us. Dalton tries to play peacemaker as Lauren and Devan inform Jessica how wrong she is as the battle intensifies to Rey vs. Kylo-like levels. After the dust settles, we also weigh in on episode 5 of Andor and Mon Mothma’s super fancy apartment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
10/6/202259 minutes, 35 seconds
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Genevieve O’Reilly weighs in on Mon Mothma’s sucky husband

We finally got to meet Mon Mothma on Andor. Little did we know she also came with a husband. And little did we know what an a-hole that husband was. We break down this loveless marriage in full detail on this week’s episode of the pod, and then welcome in Mon Mothma herself, Genevieve O’Reilly, who chats with us about what we just saw, and also what we didn’t see when it comes to her Revenge of the Sith scenes that ended up on the proverbial editing room floor. Join Dalton, Devan, and Lauren as we talk about episode 4 of the series and where we hope it’s going next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/29/202242 minutes, 39 seconds
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Andor premiere breakdown with Diego Luna & Tony Gilroy

The first three episodes of Andor are out, and we’ve got plenty of thoughts. Not only do Dalton and Lauren break down both the good and the bad of the series so far, but Dalton them chats with Cassian Andor himself, Diego Luna, about all the big events in the first three episodes. But we’re not done! Because Devan than talks with series creator Tony Gilroy. Lots of intel and insight from both Diego and Tony, as well as our random ramblings about droids, wasps, and jerky boyfriends. Join us for the Andor deep dive! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/22/20221 hour, 1 minute, 31 seconds
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Kyle Soller & Denise Gough tease their Andor villains. Plus, the biggest news from D23

Dalton, Devan, and Lauren trade Alderaan for Anaheim as we discuss all the major Star Wars reveals from Disney’s D23 Expo. In addition to breaking down the new Mandalorian trailer (shoutout to Babu Frik), we also return to Tatooine to talk about the new behind-the-scenes Obi-Wan Kenobi documentary. Finally, we’re joined by Andor stars Kyle Soller and Denise Gough, who share stories from set and tease their intergalactic baddies. Cue the Imperial March. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/15/202248 minutes, 47 seconds
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Adria Arjona talks Andor as we visit the Galactic Starcruiser

EW takes a field trip to a galaxy far, far away, as cohosts Lauren Morgan and Devan Coggan break down Lauren’s trip to the Galactic Starcruiser at Walt Disney World. Lauren gives us her full report on the experience, from lightsaber training to sabacc shenanigans. Plus, we also chat about John Williams’ 90th birthday celebration performances and hear from Andor star Adria Arjona about joining the Star Wars universe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/8/202253 minutes, 17 seconds
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Debating Return of the Jedi. Plus: Genevieve O’Reilly chats about playing Mon Mothma… again!

Oh boy, things are certainly heating up this week. That’s because we have a serious Star Wars hot take courtesy of EW’s Darren Franich. Darren joins the pod to explain why he believes Return of the Jedi is not only not a great movie, but is a BAD movie. SAY WHAT?!? Darren presents his case, and it is now up to you to either agree or disagree. (Note: Dalton and Devan disagree.) It’s a super fun discussion, no matter which side of the debate you are on. Then, we welcome Mon Mothma herself to show, as Genevieve O’Reilly stops by to talk all thing Andor. Devour this episode the same way the Rancor devoured that poor Gamorrean guard Jubnuk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
9/1/20221 hour, 3 minutes, 9 seconds
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Ranking the best lightsaber battles ever! Plus: Andor’s Diego Luna pops by

There is a battle brewing on this week’s podcast. A battle about lightsaber battles! EW’s Christian Holub joins us so he and Lauren can explain/defend their 2019 list on the top Star Wars lightsaber battle scenes ever, and while things start civil, it’s not long until it turns into… CIVIL WAR! Dalton and Devan weigh in on the list, and also inquire about certain scenes that did not make the cut. It’s a super fun discussion no matter which way you… um… slice it. Then, we are joined by Cassian Andor himself, as Diego Luna joins the podcast to chat all about the new Rogue One prequel series. Come get some! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/25/20221 hour, 13 minutes, 22 seconds
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Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni talk Mandalorian season 3. Plus: Another Ewok movie!

Dalton, Devan, and Lauren begin by following up on last week’s deep dive into Caravan of Courage by revisiting the SECOND 1980s Ewok TV movie, Ewoks: The Battle For Endor. How does this sequel stack up against the original article. You may be surprised, as were we when we booked our return trip back to Endor. Ewoks here! Ewoks there! Ewoks, Ewoks everywhere! After sifting through that madness, we then welcome in Mandalorian visionaries Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni, who chat with Devan about the upcoming season 3 of the show. Star Wars scoop comin’ at ya, folks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/18/202250 minutes, 25 seconds
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Deciphering the insanity that is Caravan of Courage: An Ewok Adventure

In the first of our two-part series on terrible 1980 Star Wars TV movies that happen to take place on the forest moon of Endor, we delve into the cultural oddity that is 1984’s Caravan of Courage: An Ewok Adventure — a film that has to be seen to be believed, but should also probably not be seen. But don’t worry: We watched it so you don’t have to! We also talk to one of the stars of the movie Warwick Davis, who joins us along with his Willow reboot castmates Ruby Cruz, Erin Kellyman, Ellie Bamber, and Joanne Whalley, as well as exec producer Jonathan Kasdan. It’s a Lucasfilm fantasy explosion episode… for better or for worse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/11/202250 minutes, 49 seconds
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The Mandalorian cast teases season 3, while we preview The Princess and the Scoundrel

We’ve got a whole cantina full of guests on this week’s episode, as we share our Star Wars Celebration interview with ‘The Mandalorian’ stars Giancarlo Esposito, Carl Weathers, Temuera Morrison, and Emily Swallow. Plus, co-hosts Devan Coggan and Lauren Morgan are joined by EW’s Maureen Lee Lenker for an in-depth look at ‘The Princess and the Scoundrel,’ the new book about Han and Leia’s romance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
8/4/202247 minutes, 12 seconds
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This is the way… with guests Pedro Pascal, Lawrence Kasdan, and Star Wars cosplayers galore!

We are joined by the Mandalorian himself, Pedro Pascal, who tells us what to expect on season 3 of the show. We also welcome in Star Wars royalty in the form of Lawrence Kasdan, who co-wrote The Empire Strikes Back, The Force Awakens, and Solo, and also directed the new Light & Magic docuseries on Disney+. Kasdan chats about his amazing career and getting the opportunity to look back at all the incredible Star Wars special effects over the years. Speaking of incredible, we share stories from our Comic-Con 2022 experience and talk to a cantina full of Star Wars cosplayers. This is the way. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/28/20221 hour, 4 minutes, 31 seconds
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Rosario Dawson and Natasha Liu Bordizzo talk Ahsoka and Sabine, plus Star Wars at Comic-Con

We’ve got a doozy of an episode for you this week as Ahsoka stars Rosario Dawson and Natasha Liu Bordizzo join us to chat about the upcoming Disney+’s series. Not only that, but Devan, Dalton, and Lauren talk about great Star Wars moments from Comic-Cons of yesteryear, including an up-close encounter with Han, Luke, and Leia. Speaking of Comic-Con, we also preview some of the biggest panels taking place at this year’s convention out at San Diego and make a big announcement about two more super geeky and super cool podcasts coming your way. Don’t fight the feeling! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/21/202259 minutes, 49 seconds
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Diego Luna teases Andor, as we look ahead to Star Wars’ future

After debating the past and present of Star Wars, we look ahead to the galaxy’s future. Host Devan Coggan is joined by EW staffers Jessica Leon and Chuck Kerr to preview some of the (many!) Star Wars projects in the works, including Andor, The Mandalorian season 3, Ahsoka, and more. Plus, we share Devan’s interview with the Andor cast from Star Wars Celebration, featuring Diego Luna, Genevieve O’Reilly, and producer Sanne Wohlenberg. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/14/202241 minutes, 52 seconds
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Marc Bernardin debating the best moment from each Star Wars film with the Dagobah Dispatch Crew

TV writer, graphic novelist, Fatman Beyond podcast host, and former EW editor Marc Bernardin joins Dalton, Devan, and Lauren to float his argument that the greatness of Star Was actually comes from individual moments as opposed to the full films themselves. We take Marc’s theory and run with it, debating and discussing the best moments from each of the 11 Star Wars films. Who’s right? Who’s wrong? That is for you to decide as you take the journey with us to determine what is the greatest scene in every movie. Strap in and enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
7/7/20221 hour, 22 minutes, 34 seconds
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Infiltrating a delightful (and disturbing) Star Was fan exhibit

It’s time for a field trip! Hosts Dalton Ross and Lauren Morgan paid a Corellian smuggler to gain passage to the Fans Strike Back, a Star Wars exhibit of items made by fans to pay tribute to their favorite franchise under two suns. Dalton and Lauren walk and talk their way through the exhibit, chatting about their favorite items, as well as reliving the ones that were super-duper disturbing. Join us on this bizarre quest as we check out all the fan work on display. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/30/202241 minutes, 34 seconds
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Obi-Wan Kenobi finale deep dive!

All Force ghosts allowed as Dalton Ross, Devan Coggan, and Lauren Morgan engage in a spoiler-filled discussion and get into everything that went down during the series finale of Obi-Wan Kenobi, including that huge Obi-Wan vs. Darth battle and the return of some familiar faces. What did they think? Do they want more? And why was Obi-Wan Kenobi a bit like Rocky 3? All will be explained! Come geek out with the gang as they nerd out on the final chapter of the Disney+ series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/23/202241 minutes, 19 seconds
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Obi-Wan Kenobi penultimate episode react, with stars Ewan McGregor & Moses Ingram

While Dalton Ross and Devan Coggan are stuck at a spaceport on the Outer Rim, host Lauren Morgan opens the blast doors for EW writers and fellow Star Wars nerds Nick Romano and Christian Holub, who help break down the penultimate episode of Obi-Wan Kenobi and share their thoughts on the series at large. We discuss the flashbacks, the reveal of Reva’s backstory, and Tala’s big sacrifice while also getting into the merits of recasting versus the use of technology in recreating key story moments. Then, we are joined by series stars Ewan McGregor and Moses Ingram, who discuss what it was like to work on the show. Join us for this rollicking discussion! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/16/202259 minutes, 36 seconds
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Obi-Wan Kenobi episode 4 react, with star Indira Varma & writer Joby Harold

Hosts Dalton Ross, Devan Coggan, and Lauren Morgan summon the Force to dive into episode 4 of Obi-Wan Kenobi. Dalton points out what he completely messed up this week, while Devan and Lauren debate and discuss the episode’s high and low points. We also weigh in on the newly introduced characters, including O’Shea Jackson Jr.’s Roken. Then, we are joined by series writer/executive producer Joby Harold, who takes us behind the scenes of the episode and addresses some potential timeline discrepancies, and star Indira Varma, who reveals how Tala was originally envisioned as a completely different character. Lots to get into here, and we get into it all! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/9/202246 minutes, 2 seconds
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The Obi-Wan Kenobi cast joins us at Star Wars Celebration

Welcome to the planet Mapuzo! Hosts Dalton Ross, Devan Coggan, and Lauren Morgan reconvene to discuss Obi-Wan Kenobi’s thrilling third episode — including little Leia and that epic Vader lightsaber duel. Plus, Devan shares her report from Star Wars Celebration in Anaheim, where she sat down with Ewan McGregor, Hayden Christensen, Rupert Friend, Moses Ingram, and director Deborah Chow to talk about their journey to a galaxy far, far away. We also break down the biggest news out of Celebration, from the return of The Mandalorian to new details about Ahsoka. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
6/2/20221 hour, 36 seconds
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Hayden Christensen & Deborah Chow talk Obi-Wan Kenobi, and we react to first 2 episodes

Hosts Dalton Ross and Lauren Morgan welcome Darth Vader himself, Hayden Christensen, onto the pod. Hayden names his favorite scene from the prequels, talks about how he once used the Force in real life, and reveals that had a “Vader Movement Specialist” on Obi-Wan Kenobi. We are also joined by Obi-Wan Kenobi director Deborah Chow, who does her best to avoid the traps we set to gather inside intel on the new series. Speaking of which, we also share all our thoughts after watching the first two episodes of the new Disney+ series, including the return of so many famous faces and our confusion over a big moment for the Grand Inquisitor. We also share thoughts on the Andor trailer and new Star Wars: Skeleton Crew. So much Star Wars goodness. Come get some! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/27/202252 minutes, 31 seconds
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Rupert Friend & Kumail Nanjiani talk Obi-Wan Kenobi, and the best Star Wars Legacy Characters

Hosts Dalton Ross, Devan Coggan, and Lauren Morgan once again gather around the sabacc table to talk all things intergalactic. First, we’re joined by EW critic Darren Franich, who discusses his ranking of the best legacy characters that Star Wars left behind. (Justice for Mara Jade!) Then, we sit down with Obi-Wan Kenobi cast members Rupert Friend and Kumail Nanjiani to chat about their much-hyped Disney+ series. Join us as we journey to a galaxy far, far away!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/20/20221 hour, 51 seconds
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Ewan McGregor talks Obi-Wan Kenobi & we debate the top 100 Star Wars characters

Welcome to episode number 1 of Entertainment Weekly’s new weekly Star Wars podcast with hosts Dalton Ross, Devan Coggan, and Lauren Morgan, and we’ve got a doozy of a premiere. First off, we discuss and debate EW’s recent Top 100 Star Wars Characters Ever list. Who was ranked too high and too low? Let the disagreements begin! Plus, how did our pick for the top spot end up beating out so many other worthy choices? We get into it all! Then, Obi-Wan Kenobi himself, Ewan McGregor, joins us to chat about playing the Jedi Master and his return to the franchise on the upcoming Disney+ series. Grab a pint of Dexter Jettster’s Jawa Juice and join us! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/12/202251 minutes, 17 seconds
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Dagobah Dispatch: An EW Star Wars Podcast Launching May 12th, 2022

This IS the podcast you are looking for! The Force is strong with Entertainment Weekly nerds Dalton Ross, Devan Coggan, Lauren Morgan and others as they geek out on all things Star Wars (the movies, the TV shows, the books, the toys) while humming bars to “Yub Nub” silently in their heads. Subscribe now to Dagobah Dispatch: An EW Star Wars Podcast so you don't miss our first episode May 12th, 2022. It's NOT a trap! Music By: Brightarm Orchestra Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
5/4/20221 minute, 30 seconds
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Ewan McGregor helps Announce Dagobah Dispatch: An EW Star Wars Podcast

Hello there Welcome to a special preview episode of Dagobah Dispatch: An EW Star Wars Podcast. Hosted by Devan Coggan, Lauren Morgan, and Dalton Ross. We talk about EW's cover with Ewan McGregor, the fantastic Obi Wan Kenobi trailer that just dropped, and a little snippet of Dalton’s interview with Ewan McGregor. Subscribe now to Dagobah Dispatch: An EW Star Wars Podcast so you don't miss our first episode May 12th, 2022 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
3/10/202223 minutes, 12 seconds