Skywalking Through Neverland: Keeping the Star Wars Magic Alive

D23 Expo 2022 Day 1 just wrapped up and we just can't wait to share all the exciting news and highlights! In our customary convention roundup breakdown, we invited Courtney and Kelly Turckel (Neverland Clubhouse), Eric Walker and Captain Rickster (AllforSciFi), and Mike Celestino (Laughing Place, Who's The Bossk podcast). We give our personal highlights of the Expo and breakdown the full Live Action and Animation panel. Hocus Pocus 2, Disenchanted, Wish, Snow White, Little Mermaid, Inside Out 2!!! With so many new features and Disney+ shows coming up as early as this month, you better believe we have a few things to say.

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• Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics - Delving into each issue of the Star Wars comic series 1977-1986
• The Max EFX Podcast - Chronicling the 35-year Special Effects film career of Max Cervantes
• Neverland Clubhouse - Two sisters, and best friends, sharing Disney adventures
• Talking Apes - focusing on the original Planet of the Apes films and TV shows
• Totally Tell Me Everything - Two ladies, one topic, three questions. Sarah Woloski and Bryn MacKinnon learn, share and grow.
• Star Warsologies - A podcast about Science and Star Wars

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R2-D2 and C-3PO visited Sesame Street in 1980, and now we're going to discuss all 5 TV segments with someone who was there: Craig Miller, Director of Fan Relations for Lucasfilm!

We are always excited to have our friend Craig Miller on the show. His years at Lucasfilm are well documented in his book, Star Wars Memories: My Time in the (Death Star) Trenches. Some of these stories include how he instigated Star Wars on Sesame Street as part of a mandate to keep Star Wars in the general zeitgeist between 1977 and 1980 (when Empire Strikes Back was released).

Timecodes

(0:00) Opening and Today in Star Wars History

(8:30) Things We Want To Share - Long Beach Comic-Con and Galaxy's Edge Discord Lightsaber Meetup

(14:21) When Star Wars Meets Sesame Street with Craig Miller

(1:06:07) Shout-Out to the Skywalking Force

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Check out these SKYwalking NETwork Podcasts:

• Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics - Delving into each issue of the Star Wars comic series 1977-1986
• The Max EFX Podcast - Chronicling the 35-year Special Effects film career of Max Cervantes
• Neverland Clubhouse - Two sisters, and best friends, sharing Disney adventures
• Talking Apes - focusing on the original Planet of the Apes films and TV shows
• Totally Tell Me Everything - Two ladies, one topic, three questions. Sarah Woloski and Bryn MacKinnon learn, share and grow.
• Star Warsologies - A podcast about Science and Star Wars

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Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.

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Even though we are just under a month until the premiere of Star Wars: ANDOR on Disney+, we are going to whet your appetite here with audio and our thoughts from the virtual press day! Not only did we learn a lot from a virtual press conference, Sarah and Richard joined Star Wars fan site roundtables featuring the cast, including Diego Luna.

While it was a joy to talk with Star Wars alums Diego Luna ("Cassian Andor" and Executive Producer), Genevieve O'Reilly ("Mon Mothma"), and Tony Gilroy (Executive Producer / Writer / Showrunner), the true surprise and delight turned out to be Star Wars newbies Kyle Soller ("Syril Karn") and Denise Gough ("Dedra Meero"). The two were paired for their roundtable and hinted at a romantic arc for their characters. In their words, "an evil love story."

Others joining in the virtual press conference include Adria Arjona ("Bix Caleen") and host Joe Neumaier, film critic for the New York Daily News.

Star Wars: ANDOR Synopsis:

ANDOR follows Cassian Andor played by Diego Luna, who reprises his role from ROGUE ONE: A STAR WARS STORY. As you may have guessed this is not a sequel to ROGUE ONE but a prequel that follows Cassian's journey from young man to Rebel, 5 years before the events of the film. It also gives us a perspective on the burgeoning rebellion against the Empire.

Timecodes

(0:00) Opening and Today in Star Wars History

(11:11) Kyle Soller ("Syril Karn") and Denise Gough ("Dedra Meero") Roundtable

(40:00) Genevieve O'Reilly ("Mon Mothma") Roundtable

(59:08) Diego Luna ("Cassian Andor" and Executive Producer) Roundtable

(1:17:17) ANDOR Press Conference highlights

Order TODAY IN STAR WARS HISTORY, PART 1

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Check out these SKYwalking NETwork Podcasts:

• Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics - Delving into each issue of the Star Wars comic series 1977-1986
• The Max EFX Podcast - Chronicling the 35-year Special Effects film career of Max Cervantes
• Neverland Clubhouse - Two sisters, and best friends, sharing Disney adventures
• Talking Apes - focusing on the original Planet of the Apes films and TV shows
• Totally Tell Me Everything - Two ladies, one topic, three questions. Sarah Woloski and Bryn MacKinnon learn, share and grow.
• Star Warsologies - A podcast about Science and Star Wars

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Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.

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Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.

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Hulk out with us as we share a She-Hulk comic book primer, and our thoughts on the latest Disney+ Marvel series, She-Hulk: Attorney At Law!! Then it's time for some controversial Disneyland Magic Key discussion.

She-Hulk: Attorney At Law Synopsis:

At heart, this new Marvel Disney+ series is a 30-minute comedy, following the beats of an enjoyable half-hour comedy series.

Jennifer Walters (Tatiana Maslany) is a single 30-something woman with a career as an attorney. Not only must she navigate dating and her job, but she also recently became imbued with hulk-powers, and can transform into a green 6 ft 7 in hulk. Consequently she becomes head of the Specialty division of a legal firm, focusing on superhuman-oriented legal cases.

The series is 9 episodes, and includes appearances by familiar faces. Mark Ruffalo returns as Bruce Banner/Hulk. Tim Roth as Emil Blonsky/Abomination, and Benedict Wong as Wong.

Disneyland Magic Keys

Disneyland Magic Keys are FINALLY ready for renewal, at a big price hike. But there are a few more perks. We share our thoughts and we want to know yours.

Timecodes

(0:00) Opening and Today in Star Wars History

(7:16) SHE-HULK Comic Book Primer

(18:38) SHE-HULK: Attorney At Law Disney+ Series - our review

(40:15) Disneyland Magic Keys, your comments, and Skywalking Shout-Outs

Order TODAY IN STAR WARS HISTORY, PART 1

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Check out these SKYwalking NETwork Podcasts:

• Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics - Delving into each issue of the Star Wars comic series 1977-1986
• The Max EFX Podcast - Chronicling the 35-year Special Effects film career of Max Cervantes
• Neverland Clubhouse - Two sisters, and best friends, sharing Disney adventures
• Talking Apes - focusing on the original Planet of the Apes films and TV shows
• Totally Tell Me Everything - Two ladies, one topic, three questions. Sarah Woloski and Bryn MacKinnon learn, share and grow.
• Star Warsologies - A podcast about Science and Star Wars

SPONSORS

Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.

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Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.

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Join Sarah, Courtney, and Kelly as they give a trip report from their 10-day Walt Disney World trip. (Listen with the player above)

Courtney and Kelly have returned from their 10-day vacation in Walt Disney World and have so much to share with everyone! SO many new things that they got to experience. Join us for part 2 of the trip where we discuss:

• EPCOT's new New nighttime show Harmonious
• The return of Finding Nemo the musical: the great blue and beyond
• Mickey & Minnie's Runaway Railway
• Drawn to Life at Disney springs

If you have questions for Courtney, Kelly or Sarah about Walt Disney World or Disneyland you can DM us on Intragram @neverlandclubhousepod and we may answer your question in a upcoming podcast!

Photos from Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios

Drawn to life

About Neverland Clubhouse

Welcome to the Neverland Clubhouse! Here you leave today, and venture into adventure, excitement and nostalgia. This is the Disney podcast where three friends, Kelly, Courtney and Sarah take you to different park lands to share Disney adventures, stories, news and so much more.

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Are you ready for a trippy, stand-alone issue of Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics "RIDERS IN THE VOID" (May 1980)? New artists and artwork, plus a one-off storyline that taps into current day fears, RIDERS IN THE VOID split our readers. Richard and Sarah share their differing opinions! Ready? VOOORP!!

Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics is on YouTube! Watch and read along with us.

Since this comic series lends itself so well to a visuals, we recommend watching on YouTube. We will continue to describe the issues as we're talking, for those of you who are visually impaired.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8_lZA1G5-e8

Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics #38 "Riders in the Void" Description:

Title: "Riders in the Void" Release Date: May 27, 1980 Writer: Archie Goodwin, Michael Golden Artwork: Michael Golden, Terry Austin Cover Art: Michael Golden Editors: Jim Shooter, Archie Goodwin, Danny Fingeroth

Synopsis:

Luke Skywalker and Princess Leia are on a mission to transport medical supplies for the Rebellion when an Imperial Star Destroyer attacks their ship. When they make the jump to hyperspace, their transport begins to shake violently and Luke drops back to sublight travel to find themselves beyond the galaxy's edge and in a starless void.

The only visible 'star' turns out to be a mysterious organic ship, which swallows up their small transport. There, they find the ship's sole occupant who shares his unbelievable history…

As usual, we take our Facebook Group Comments on the cover into account as we analyze this issue. Become a part of our Facebook Group to contribute!

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Max shares stories on his Master-Com cosplay outfit. Who is Master-Com you ask?

He is a droid seen in the classic Marvel Star Wars comics issues 18-23. Master-Com was the personal assistant to Simon Greyshade who was the administrator of The Wheel casino. Think of a really buff C-3PO. This costume was years in the development but Max got it done just in time for Star Wars Celebration 2022. Looking back at all the great cosplay, this was the deepest dive character.

Max also pays a heartfelt tribute to his mentor and model maker and film historian, Greg Jein, who recently passed away. Listeners of THE MAX EFX PODCAST will remember many stories Max has shared in the past as Greg was the first person to hire him in the effects back in the mid 1980's. Some of Greg's credits include Close Encounters of the Third Kind, Steven Spielberg's 1941, and Star Trek.

He will be missed but remembered very fondly…

Ain't no party like a LEGO STAR WARS SUMMER VACATION!!! Tune in for a fun interview with Summer Vacation director Ken Cunningham and writer/EP David Shayne, followed by our take on the new ANDOR Trailer.

(0:00) Opening and Today in Star Wars History

(11:42) Richard and Sarah Woloski share their LEGO Star Wars Summer Vacation Review

(22:33) INTERVIEW: Director Ken Cunningham and writer/executive producer David Shayne. Huge thank you to Lucasfilm for this 1:1 interview.

(39:51) Skywalking Shout-Outs

(42:16) ANDOR Trailer 2 comments - we also share your comments and reactions

Order TODAY IN STAR WARS HISTORY, PART 1

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Check out these SKYwalking NETwork Podcasts:

• Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics - Delving into each issue of the Star Wars comic series 1977-1986
• The Max EFX Podcast - Chronicling the 35-year Special Effects film career of Max Cervantes
• Neverland Clubhouse - Two sisters, and best friends, sharing Disney adventures
• Talking Apes - focusing on the original Planet of the Apes films and TV shows
• Totally Tell Me Everything - Two ladies, one topic, three questions. Sarah Woloski and Bryn MacKinnon learn, share and grow.
• Star Warsologies - A podcast about Science and Star Wars

SPONSORS

Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you.

SUPPORT THE SHOW

Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content.

CONTACT US

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• Send emails to [email protected] and follow us on Facebook.

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Join Sarah, Courtney, and Kelly as they give a trip report from their 10-day Walt Disney World trip. (Listen with the player above)

Courtney and Kelly have returned from their 10-day vacation in Walt Disney World and have so much to share with everyone! SO many new things that they got to experience. Join us for part 1 of the trip where we discuss:

• New Transportation from Airport
• Keys to the Kingdom tour
• Guardians of Galaxy Cosmic Rewind
• Space 220
• La Creperie de Paris
• Remy's Ratatouille Adventure

There was just so much to share so look out for part 2 in August! if you have questions for Courtney, Kelly or Sarah about Walt Disney World or Disneyland you can DM us on Intragram @neverlandclubhousepod and we may answer your question in a upcoming podcast!

Photos from Magic Kingdom, Space 220 and Fun Filters

Guardian of the Galaxy Cosmic Rewind and Epcot

About Neverland Clubhouse

Welcome to the Neverland Clubhouse! Here you leave today, and venture into adventure, excitement and nostalgia. This is the Disney podcast where three friends, Kelly, Courtney and Sarah take you to different park lands to share Disney adventures, stories, news and so much more.

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LIGHT AND MAGIC is a 6-part documentary series now streaming on Disney+. It is masterfully directed by Lawrence Kasdan - writer of The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, Raiders of the Lost Ark, The Force Awakens, and Solo: A Star Wars Story. This phenomenal 6-part series takes you on a journey through not just the history of ILM, but the making of Star Wars and other big effects blockbusters (The Abyss, Terminator 2, Willow, Jurassic Park). We get to know the people behind these effects, and their relationships with one another.

This week Richard and I had the pleasure of participating in a series of Roundtables with director Lawrence Kasdan, legendary effects artists Dennis Muren and Phil Tippett, and Janet Lewin - Senior Vice President, Lucasfilm VFX & General Manager, ILM.

Other journalists and podcasters who asked great questions at these roundtables include Mike Celestino (Laughing Place), Tricia Barr (Fangirls Going Rogue/FanGIRL Blog), Coffee With Kenobi, Skytalkers Podcast, Star Wars Holocron, and James Burns (Jedi News).

All six parts of LIGHT AND MAGIC are streaming now on Disney+.