James and Paul discuss the hierarchy change at Lucasfilm, Jake Lloyd spotted and  the surge of AI fan films.

They also explore the impact of fan films on the franchise's canon and the importance of character connections across the saga. The conversation touches on nostalgia and cultural references that continue to resonate with audiences.

00:00 Welcome to a New Year of Star Wars Discussions

01:50 Kathleen Kennedy's Departure and Its Implications

05:28 Dave Filoni's New Role and Future Directions

08:06 The Future of Star Wars: Movies and Series

13:51 Anticipating Ahsoka and Other Upcoming Projects

18:35 Reflections on Legacy Characters and Their Impact

23:49 The Legacy of Star Wars Characters

26:27 Fan Films and AI in Star Wars

30:27 Reunion of Star Wars Actors

33:20 The Future of Star Wars Content

34:19 Star Wars Influence on the Next Generation

36:57 The Impact of Animated Films

41:19 Cultural Reflections in Cinema