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267: Frozen II ~ Into The Unknown

Frozen II is here, and we are here to talk about it!! Bryn McKinnon ( A Window to the Magic ) joins us in a discussion of story, songs and Rock Monsters! It was one of those great conversations where looked at all sides and opened each others’ minds. Yes, we do talk spoilers, so make sure you’ve seen the film before listening. The Mandalorian knocked it out of the park with Chapter 3 “The Sin,” directed by Deborah Chow. The fate of The Child and the Mandalorian are now inextricably linked, and we are here for every bit of this fantastic Star Wars storytelling.   Skywalkers, you are so amazing - tuning in to our YouTube Live and listening to our podcast episodes each week. So we have some Skywalker Shout-Outs to share . NEW Holiday TeePublic Design The last time we created a Holiday Design was 2015, so it was high time we created a new one for 2019. Behold Olaf and Baby Yoda! We were inspired by a new catchphrase heard on the first episode of The Mandalorian: "I Have

266: Julie Andrews, Life Day, DVC Points and Blurrgs

We have been everywhere this week, including An Evening Conversation with Julie Andrews ! This episode is one big “Things We Want To Share.”  We saw Julie Andrews in person, and share anecdotes from an amazing evening hosted by LA Times Pulitzer Prize-winning writer, Mary McNamara . Chad Pennycuff (My DVC Points Podcast) joins us to discuss his show and a special DVC “Moonlight Magic” evening at DCA. The Mandalorian Chapter 2 “The Child” - let’s discuss the episode, fun facts and the history of the blurrgs.  Obi-Shawn Crosby hosted a special Life Day Celebration in Galaxy’s Edge , and we joined in the revelry. Books We Talked About Julie Andrews: Home Work - Memoirs of My Hollywood Years Oscar Winning editor on Star Wars - Paul Hirsch - just published a book about his Hollywood career of Film Editing: A Long Time Ago in a Cutting Room Far, Far Away is available here. Craig Miller, head of Fan Relations at Lucasfilm 1978-1983 just published Star Wars Memories

265: The Mandalorian - I Have Spoken

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This is The Mandalorian Primer and Roundtable Reactions. We Have Spoken!!  Tricia Barr ( FanGIRL Blog / Fangirls Going Rogue ) joins us as we get prepped for The Mandalorian and Disney+. Learn about composer Ludwig Goranssen’s score for the show, and Ming-Na Wen’s character Fennec Shand. Tricia also gives us insight into Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni, whom she met at a Press Event. Then fast-forward to the first viewing of The Mandalorian - this episode also contains a Roundtable of Skywalkers as we round up our first thoughts on this space Western. NOTE: This section does contain SPOILERS, but we will warn you beforehand. Skywalkers present: Justin Smith ( Laughing Place ), Courtney and Kelley Turkel, Chris Alexander (Star Wars Origami author), Christina Ruehle, Win Patterson, Emelia Lindgren, and Ghost Host, Dave Skale. NEW TeePublic Design We were inspired by a new catchphrase heard on the first episode of The Mandalorian: "I Have Spoken". Behold, a new design wa

Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics #20: "Deathgame"

Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics #20 "Deathgame" is the 3rd chapter in a 6-issue story arc featuring Luke, Leia, Han, the droids and Chewbacca on The Wheel - a floating casino in space. Our heroes are still separated, and must deal with their own problems - Leia rescues herself (again), R2 and 3P0 befriend Senator Greyshade's droid and Han channels Captain America in an attempt to best a pink monster in the gladiatorial arena of The Wheel. Show Notes: Title: "DEATHGAME" Release Date: NOVEMBER 21, 1978 Writer: Archie Goodwin Artwork: Carmine Infantino and Bob Wiacek Cover Art: Carmine Infantino / Bob Wiacek Synopsis: Imperial Commander Strom sets up another fake attack where a pleasure yacht is destroyed by an X-wing. The attack is broadcast into the casinos on The Wheel where the patrons watch in horror at the viciousness of the Rebels. Strom and Greyshade further plot their partnership, and Han's battle with a terrifying creature doesn'