Lords of the Sith Podcast

We discuss how Star Wars Episode IX, The Rise of Skywalker, has similarities with superhero movies and how the fairly recent successes of female-lead Wonder Woman and Captain Marvel might have caused some influences in its production and planning.

We also comment on other superhero movies and Marvel movies, such as Endgame. We note the different tropes in Marvel and DC and Star Wars, and how some plot points were poorly copied from movies like Wonder Woman.

We also discuss Wonder Woman, Captain Marvel, Black Widow and Harley Quinn.

SPEAKERS:

Mary and Denise

AUDIO EDITING: Denise

VIDEO EDITING: Mary and Denise

MUSIC:

Intro:

Loyalty Freak music - Extra Metal

http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Loyalty_Freak_Music/HYPER_METAL_

Outro:

Stellardrone - Fermi Paradox

https://stellardrone.bandcamp.com/track/fermi-paradox

CONTACT:

EMAIL: [email protected]

TUMBLR: https://lordsofthesithpodcast.tumblr.com

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/LordSithPodcast

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/LordSithPodcast

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/lordsofthesith.podcast/

You can listen to our episodes at:

SOUNDCLOUD:

https://soundcloud.com/lordsofthesithpodcast

ITUNES:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/lords-of-the-sith-podcast/id1419179407

We discuss how motherhood is portrayed in Star Wars. As a movie series focused on father and sons in its first trilogy, Star Wars doesn't leave a lot of room for mothers, but they play important roles, especially in the Prequel Trilogy.

In the Old Trilogy, we discuss Aunt Beru's role and Leia's sometimes motherly behaviour.

We then look at Shmi Skywalker and Padme in the Prequel trilogy.

Finally, we look at Leia in the Sequel Trilogy.

We also debate Mara Jade and Leia in Legends.

SPEAKERS: Mary and Denise

AUDIO AND VIDEO EDITING: Denise

MUSIC:

Intro:

Loyalty Freak music - Extra Metal

http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Loyalty_Freak_Music/HYPER_METAL_

Outro:

Stellardrone - Fermi Paradox

https://stellardrone.bandcamp.com/track/fermi-paradox

CONTACT:

EMAIL: [email protected]

TUMBLR: https://lordsofthesithpodcast.tumblr.com

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/LordSithPodcast

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/LordSithPodcast

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/lordsofthesith.podcast/

You can listen to our episodes at:

SOUNDCLOUD:

https://soundcloud.com/lordsofthesithpodcast

ITUNES:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/lords-of-the-sith-podcast/id1419179407

In this video, Mary and Denise recommend some recent books they enjoyed as a way to get our heads out of Star Wars and support female creators. Women are writing tons of great books, and that’s where we can find stories with strong heroines, happy endings, and interesting romantic plots.

Lots of fantasy, enemies-to-lovers romance, some weird plots, beauty and the beast and Eros and Psyche retellings, fairytale vibes, from both indie and trad authors.

Some of the books we discuss or mention are:

A Promise of Darkness by Bec McMaster

Poison Study by Maria V. Snyder

Cruel Beauty by Rosamund Rodge

Air Awakens by Elise Kova

Uprooted and Spinning Silver by Naomi Nokik

Neron Rising by Keary Taylor

Dark King by C. N Crawford

A Court of Thorns and Roses by Sarah J. Maas

Thumbnail illustration by Arbutus Blossoms

https://arbutus-blossoms.tumblr.com/

SPEAKERS: Mary and Denise

VIDEO EDITING: Mary

AUDIO EDITING: Denise

MUSIC:

Intro:

Loyalty Freak music - Extra Metal

http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Loyalty_Freak_Music/HYPER_METAL_

Outro:

Stellardrone - Fermi Paradox

https://stellardrone.bandcamp.com/track/fermi-paradox

CONTACT:

EMAIL: [email protected]

TUMBLR: https://lordsofthesithpodcast.tumblr.com

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/LordSithPodcast

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/LordSithPodcast

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/lordsofthesith.podcast/

You can listen to our episodes at:

SOUNDCLOUD:

https://soundcloud.com/lordsofthesithpodcast

ITUNES:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/lords-of-the-sith-podcast/id1419179407

From exchanging the force in TFA, to wet gloves and a wet cave in TLJ, to Klaud, snake in a cave, and phallic symbols everywhere in TROS, Mary and Denise look at sexual undertones, symbolism, and how female sexuality is portrayed in the Sequel Trilogy.

We discuss the sexual undertones and symbolism from The Force Awakens, how The Last Jedi had a different approach, and how The Rise of Skywalker tried to rise up to the challenge.

SPEAKERS: Mary and Denise

AUDIO EDITING: Denise

VIDEO EDITING: Mary

MUSIC:

Intro:

Loyalty Freak music - Extra Metal

http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Loyalty_Freak_Music/HYPER_METAL_

Outro:

Stellardrone - Fermi Paradox

https://stellardrone.bandcamp.com/track/fermi-paradox

CONTACT:

EMAIL: [email protected]

TUMBLR: https://lordsofthesithpodcast.tumblr.com

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/LordSithPodcast

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/LordSithPodcast

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/lordsofthesith.podcast/

You can listen to our episodes at:

SOUNDCLOUD:

https://soundcloud.com/lordsofthesithpodcast

ITUNES:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/lords-of-the-sith-podcast/id1419179407

Mary and Denise look back and discuss the marketing for the Sequel Trilogy, and how some of its deceiving tactics and mystery boxes created false expectations, confused fans, and even exacerbated divisions in the fandom.

#sequeltrilogy #theriseofskywalker #thelastjedi #reylo

Speakers:

Mary and Denise

Audio editing: Denise

Video Editing: Mary

MUSIC:

Intro:

Loyalty Freak music - Extra Metal

http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Loyalty_Freak_Music/HYPER_METAL_

Outro:

Stellardrone - Fermi Paradox

https://stellardrone.bandcamp.com/track/fermi-paradox

CONTACT:

EMAIL: [email protected]

TUMBLR: https://lordsofthesithpodcast.tumblr.com

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/LordSithPodcast

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/LordSithPodcast

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/lordsofthesith.podcast/

You can listen to our episodes at:

SOUNDCLOUD:

https://soundcloud.com/lordsofthesithpodcast

ITUNES:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/lords-of-the-sith-podcast/id1419179407

Mary and Denise give you a nonspoilery review and discussion of the YA fantasy book series The Folk of the Air followed by a deep discussion for those of us who read the books The Cruel Prince, The Wicked King, and The Queen of Nothing.

If you haven't read The Cruel Prince, you'll learn what it's all about and why we enjoyed it. It has an interesting female protagonist, some interesting enemis-to-lovers romance, and a cool plot with political intrigue.

We discuss the interesting female protagonist, Jude Duarte, and her relationships with Cardan, Madoc, Taryn, Locke, and more.

This video wouldn't have been possible without these wonderful artists. Check them our:

Afterblossom: https://www.afterblossom.com/

Anna Vee: https://www.instagram.com/kuhnoodleart/

Kierqe: https://www.instagram.com/kierqe/

Lady Valkyrie: https://www.instagram.com/the_lady_valkyrie_art/

Lilithsaur: https://www.instagram.com/lilith_saur/

Mélanie Bourgeois: https://www.instagram.com/meliescribbles/

PhantomRin: https://www.instagram.com/phantomrin/

BOOKS MENTIONED:

The Cruel Prince: https://amzn.to/39pSHJE

The Wicked King: https://amzn.to/2QN6m7e

The Queen of Nothing: https://amzn.to/2xoqwxA

The Lost Sisters: https://amzn.to/2yf1wt7

The Darkest Part of the Forest: https://amzn.to/2UkZQGJ

Techniques of the Selling Writer: https://amzn.to/3dxgsmp

A Court of Thorns and Roses https://amzn.to/39jFr9y

#thefolkoftheair #thecruelprince #yaliterature

SPEAKERS: Mary and Denise

AUDIO AND VIDEO EDITING: Denise

MUSIC:

Intro:

Loyalty Freak music - Extra Metal

http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Loyalty_Freak_Music/HYPER_METAL_

Outro:

Stellardrone - Fermi Paradox

https://stellardrone.bandcamp.com/track/fermi-paradox

CONTACT:

EMAIL: [email protected]

Ben Solo is the most popular character in the Sequel Trilogy.

Mary, Lee, and Denise discuss the reasons for that, and analyze Ben Solo's journey, from his introduction as masked Kylo Ren, to his redemption, or bendemption, in Episode IX, including his background in comics such as The Rise of Kylo Ren.

Of course a character with elements from Star Wars' two most popular male characters, Darth Vader and Han Solo, would be popular. But there are also elements in his story and plot that make people identify with him.

We look at the complexity in Kylo Ren / Ben Solo's character, and also his relationships with Han Solo, Leia, and Luke. We delve into his relationship with Rey and what Reylo and his romantic interest mean in his arc. We also look at what could have been and missed opportunities with Poe and Finn.

Finally, we explain why fans are asking: Save Ben Solo, or bring Ben Solo Back alive, what undoing his unsatisfying death in Episode IX would mean for Star Wars. Whispers: redemption

#welovebensolo #savebensolo #bringbensolobackalive #reylo

SPEAKERS: Lee, Mary, and Denise

AUDIO EDITING: Lee

VIDEO EDITING: Mary

MUSIC:

Intro:

Loyalty Freak music - Extra Metal

http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Loyalty_Freak_Music/HYPER_METAL_

Outro:

Stellardrone - Fermi Paradox

https://stellardrone.bandcamp.com/track/fermi-paradox

CONTACT:

EMAIL: [email protected]

TUMBLR: https://lordsofthesithpodcast.tumblr.com

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/LordSithPodcast

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/LordSithPodcast

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/lordsofthesith.podcast/

You can listen to our episodes at:

SOUNDCLOUD:

https://soundcloud.com/lordsofthesithpodcast

ITUNES:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/lords-of-the-sith-podcast/id1419179407

In this video, Mary and Denise try to understand a little more what happened in the production of the Rise of Skywalker and how they came to the fim presented on screen.

We discuss Ben Solo's death (or disappearance), the lack of theme for that moment or mourning, and whether it had been planned ahead or if there had been some changes.

We go over the evidence for re-edits from interviews with the editor.

We also comment on the cast reaction about the ending.

We go over a bit more about Ben Solo, abandoned possibilities, Colin Trevorrow's script, issues with the script of Episode IX and the sequel trilogy, and more.

The art today is by Arbutus Blossoms: https://arbutus-blossoms.tumblr.com/

Speakers: Mary and Denise

Audio and video editing: Denise

MUSIC:

Intro:

Loyalty Freak music - Extra Metal

http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Loyalty_Freak_Music/HYPER_METAL_

Outro:

Stellardrone - Fermi Paradox

https://stellardrone.bandcamp.com/track/fermi-paradox

CONTACT:

EMAIL: [email protected]

TUMBLR: https://lordsofthesithpodcast.tumblr.com

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/LordSithPodcast

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/LordSithPodcast

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/lordsofthesith.podcast/

You can listen to our episodes at:

SOUNDCLOUD:

https://soundcloud.com/lordsofthesithpodcast

ITUNES:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/lords-of-the-sith-podcast/id1419179407

In this episode, Mary and Denise discuss the production of Star Wars Episode IX, The Rise of Skywalker and why there are signs that many changes happened in it, especially in Colin Trevorrow's version, the leaked Artbook, and interviews with Chris Terrio and more cast and crew.

We start by discussing Colin Trevorrow's treatment for Episode IX, what we can learn from it, what was carried to JJ and Terrio's movie, and what it means for the story and for the trilogy.

We then discuss a recently leaked Artbook that was released in Korea, with some important information missing! By the way, since we recorded it, the artbook has been called back and is no longer for sale.

We also take some hints from the leaks, which seem more and more reliable by now, and try to trace what happened to Episode IX and how Lucasfilm arrived at its final product.

Finally, we look at some cast and crew interviews for more hints about the production of Episode IX.

Sources:

Artbook: https://imgur.com/a/qjEWhkR The original tweets with the content have been deleted.

Colin Trevorrow's draft, called "Duel of the Fates" https://www.reddit.com/r/StarWarsLeaks/comments/eoaxdn/robert_meyer_burnett_reviews_an_early_draft_of/

Leaks:

https://www.reddit.com/r/StarWarsLeaks/comments/ba5lpa/details_on_kylo_ren_and_the_oracle_in_episode_ix/

https://www.reddit.com/r/StarWarsLeaks/comments/cxmfsv/the_basic_plot_of_episode_ix_the_rise_of/

https://www.reddit.com/r/StarWarsLeaks/comments/dg0mw6/the_rise_of_skywalker_reshoots_and_edits_story/

RETURN OF THE JEDI ENDING EDITED LIKE THE RISE OF SKYWALKER: https://twitter.com/HtidEA/status/1216026686246019073

CHRIS TERRIO'S INTERVIEWS

https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/heat-vision/star-wars-writer-sets-record-straight-perceived-last-jedi-jabs-1265168

https://www.gq.com/story/star-wars-the-rise-of-skywalkers-writer-knew-not-everyone-would-like-it

SPEAKERS: Mary and Denise

AUDIO EDITING: Denise

VIDEO EDITING: Mary

MUSIC:

Intro:

Loyalty Freak music - Extra Metal

http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Loyalty_Freak_Music/HYPER_METAL_

Outro:

Stellardrone - Fermi Paradox

https://stellardrone.bandcamp.com/track/fermi-paradox

CONTACT:

EMAIL: [email protected]

TUMBLR: https://lordsofthesithpodcast.tumblr.com

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/LordSithPodcast

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/LordSithPodcast

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/lordsofthesith.podcast/

You can listen to our episodes at:

SOUNDCLOUD:

https://soundcloud.com/lordsofthesithpodcast

ITUNES:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/lords-of-the-sith-podcast/id1419179407

Lee, Mary, and Denise talk about their first reactions about The Rise of Skywalker and what they liked and didn't like in what was the last chapter in the Sequel Trilogy.

#reylo #wheresrose #bensolo

Donation for Arts in the Armed forces: https://ca.gofundme.com/f/bensoloslegacy

Speakers: Lee, Mary, and Denise

Audio editing: Lee

Video editing: Denise

MUSIC:

Intro:

Loyalty Freak music - Extra Metal

http://freemusicarchive.org/music/Loyalty_Freak_Music/HYPER_METAL_

Outro:

Stellardrone - Fermi Paradox

https://stellardrone.bandcamp.com/track/fermi-paradox

CONTACT:

EMAIL: [email protected]

TUMBLR: https://lordsofthesithpodcast.tumblr.com

TWITTER: https://twitter.com/LordSithPodcast

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/LordSithPodcast

INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/lordsofthesith.podcast/

You can listen to our episodes at:

SOUNDCLOUD:

https://soundcloud.com/lordsofthesithpodcast

ITUNES:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/lords-of-the-sith-podcast/id1419179407