Star Bros

NYCC and back again! The Bros comes together to cover all the great insights we gained at New York Comic Con 2022 about the High Republic. But also, the Andor machine continues to roll on, and with that is more deep character development and another strong action sequence. These next two episodes really make you think differently about what it means to be a rebel, and it's a true gift to not just Star Wars fans, but all fans. We come together to break these two episodes down along with our coverage of NYCC. Don't miss it!

Join us next episode as we discuss episodes 7 and 8 of Andor, Plus Tales of the Jedi! Engage with us on Twitter and Facebook with your perspective, questions, and feedback, or e-mail us at [email protected]. Find us and more on the Broaxium YouTube channel. If you like what you hear, consider supporting us! Music for this episode provided by Samuel Kim Music. Timestamps: News from Across the Galaxy (4:08), More to the Story (32:01).

The wait is over! Andor is here, and it starts with a bang (wow, too soon)! This series has Star Wars fans (and even non-Star Wars fans) from all corners suddenly agreeing on something for a change…this one is special, and it’s clear to see why. Tune in as we discuss some of the major themes, including the Kenari, new characters (we talk about Syril a lot), and all the excitement that is to come, including some speculation.

Join us next episode as we discuss episodes 5 and 6 of Andor (finally)! Engage with us on Twitter and Facebook with your perspective, questions, and feedback, or e-mail us at [email protected]. Find us and more on the Broaxium YouTube channel. If you like what you hear, consider supporting us! Music for this episode provided by Samuel Kim Music. Timestamps: News from Across the Galaxy (7:01), More to the Story (20:24).

We are back! Back in the country, back to full health, and since Andor is around the corner, we are back to talk…Kenobi?! It is only fair that before we move on to the next hit on Disney+, we look back at the last one and think about all the lessons we took from it into the next one. This week, we talk about all the wisdom we learn from the point of view of Ben Kenobi, the broken man who is searching for himself again. Everything from processing grief, overcoming your past, fighting for a purpose, and much more! We also cover everything we learned from the D23 expo!

Join us next episode as we discuss the premiere of Andor (finally)! Engage with us on Twitter and Facebook with your perspective, questions, and feedback, or e-mail us at [email protected]. Find us and more on the Broaxium YouTube channel. If you like what you hear, consider supporting us! Music for this episode provided by Samuel Kim Music. Timestamps: News from Across the Galaxy (16:52), More to the Story (32:29).

The art of filmmaking has been a key part of our culture for the last decade, but it can be easily argued that ILM has been one of the most influential forces to the art growing to what it is today. With the Disney+ docuseries out now to show us more about how this amazing company came to be, we come together to discuss the best things we learned, the legacy of George Lucas as a leader and visionary, and the many people we learn about who were just as instrumental to making Star Wars as George was!

Join us next episode as we discuss life lessons from the Obi-Wan series! Engage with us on Twitter and Facebook with your perspective, questions, and feedback, or e-mail us at [email protected]. Find us and more on the Broaxium YouTube channel. If you like what you hear, consider supporting us! Music for this episode provided by Samuel Kim Music. Timestamps: News from Across the Galaxy (9:02), More to the Story (24:35).

The Bros are back from summer vacations just in time to watch our favorite Lego friends go on their own summer vacation! And while we’re all dreaming of being on a nice beach at the resort on Scariff (while counting down the days to Andor thanks to that fantastic trailer), our dreams also move into place where all Star Wars fans find themselves daydreaming…having force powers. In this episode, we discuss what makes certain powers light side vs. dark side, the different powers introduced in The High Republic and Last Jedi, and the powers we would use if possible.

Join us next episode as we discuss the ILM Docuseries on Disney+! Engage with us on Twitter and Facebook with your perspective, questions, and feedback, or e-mail us at [email protected]. Find us and more on the Broaxium YouTube channel. If you like what you hear, consider supporting us! Music for this episode provided by Samuel Kim Music. Timestamps: News from Across the Galaxy (11:53), More to the Story (34:35).

As it turns out, parents in our galaxy aren't the only ones trying to pass down good manners. There is such thing as cultural norms, etiquette, and manners in our favorite galaxy as well. The Bros dig into the power of culture and proper manners in Star Wars, at least the ones we know about, and discuss the purpose of protocol droids. Not only do we expect you to learn how to be on your best behavior on Kashyyyk and Mandalore by the end of the episode, but we also hope you'll be contemplating an important question: was it the Rebellion's choice in protocol droids and respect for culture that won them the Battle of Endor and beat the Empire?

Join us next episode as we discuss all the various force powers across the galaxy! Engage with us on Twitter and Facebook with your perspective, questions, and feedback, or e-mail us at [email protected]. Find us and more on the Broaxium YouTube channel. If you like what you hear, consider supporting us! Music for this episode provided by Samuel Kim Music. Timestamps: News from Across the Galaxy (9:59), More to the Story (29:59).

With Obi-Wan officially under wraps and nothing else to talk about, we go back to our re-watch of Rebels with season two, a season that sees our rag-tag group of rebellious friends go through a lot of growing pains. And surprisingly, there's a lot of great ways to tie it back to the Obi-Wan series after all. Tune in to hear us discuss our favorite moments, ties to Ralph McQuarrie's artwork, that epic rematch, and the major themes that drive each character and the series along their rebellious path.

Join us next episode as we discuss etiquette, customs, and norms across the galaxy! Engage with us on Twitter and Facebook with your perspective, questions, and feedback, or e-mail us at [email protected]. Find us and more on the Broaxium YouTube channel. If you like what you hear, consider supporting us! Music for this episode provided by Samuel Kim Music. Timestamps: News from Across the Galaxy (15:29), More to the Story (31:17).

Wow. Just wow! Just like that, the Obi-wan Kenobi series has wrapped up and we are left picking our jaws up off the floor. We are here to break down parts four, five, and six of what has been a fantastic series that is all pulled together to an epic and satisfying conclusion. We talk about the character arcs of Tala and Reva, the power of Vader, and the rebirth of Obi-Wan as the titular hero. Heavy spoilers ahead, so please, go see this series and enjoy our breakdown.

Join us next episode as we move along our viewing of Rebels with season 2! Engage with us on Twitter and Facebook with your perspective, questions, and feedback, or e-mail us at [email protected]. Find us and more on the Broaxium YouTube channel. If you like what you hear, consider supporting us! Music for this episode provided by Samuel Kim Music. Timestamps: News from Across the Galaxy (7:31), More to the Story (15:36).

Our 50th (!!!) episode is all about the hit Disney+ show Obi-Wan Kenobi! Thank you for listening. Thank you for being part of our love of Star Wars. We appreciate you!

In this one, the Bros cover just the first three episodes in this one. Warning: there are spoilers galore! If you haven't watched Parts I - III, and you don't want them spoiled for you, give 'em a watch and come back when you're ready. 

The Bros also offer a rundown of the big news from this year's Celebration in Anaheim, California. There's a lot! From Andor to the next chapter of Jedi Fallen Order to Mando Season 3 to, well, there's too much to list! It might just be the golden era of Star Wars content and the Bros can't get enough. 

Also, be sure to join us next time when we cover the second half of the Kenobi series. In the meantime, sit back, relax, and enjoy! As always, we'd love to hear from you. Send us an email at [email protected]. Visit our home base at the wonderful Broaxium Youtube channel (youtube.com/broaxium) where we do spoiler-free previews of comics and more! Finally, tag us in your favorite memes on Twitter (@starbrospodcast). 

Timestamps: News from Across the Galaxy (4:15), More to the Story (23:51).

Many thanks to the mega-talented Samuel Kim for allowing us to use his wonderful music. Please check him out on Spotify or wherever you get your music.

Merchandise! Memorabilia! Collectibles! Star Wars has 'em all, and in abundance. Come on, it's a Disney franchise, what else would you expect? In this episode, we discuss some of our favorite pieces of merchandise that we own to show our love of Star Wars and share the stories behind those items that make them so special for us. Plus, we talk about the ultimate merchandise headquarters, Rancho Obi-Wan! And speaking of Obi-Wan, we get a little caught up in our excitement for it in the news too. So tune in to hear it all, including all the Funkos, models, Legos, action figures, and much much more that we own and hope to own someday. Maybe it'll get you inspired to make your nerd den too (and send us pics, please)!

Join us next episode as we discuss the first three episodes of the new Kenobi series (yes, it's finally here)! Engage with us on Twitter and Facebook with your perspective, questions, and feedback, or e-mail us at [email protected]. Find us and more on the Broaxium YouTube channel. If you like what you hear, consider supporting us! Music for this episode provided by Samuel Kim Music. Timestamps: News from Across the Galaxy (5:45), More to the Story (29:24).