This is the Way... to a massive discussion! Join us in the Escape Pod as we dive deep into the first trailer for The Mandalorian & Grogu. We'll go shot-by-shot to break down all the big action, returning characters like Zeb, what the new Razor Crest means, and how this is positioned as Star Wars' triumphant return to the big screen.

Plus, we'll discuss The Mandalorian's cultural impact—from the helmet on every t-shirt to the meme-able nature of the adorable foundling—and how a sci-fi character becomes a true household name.

Then, buckle up for lightspeed as we cover the shocking news about Spaceballs 2! We break down the cast returns and what it means for the greatest Star Wars parody of all time to finally get a sequel.

Finally, we look into the future: with VR headsets becoming the new frontier of at-home cinema, what will movie-watching look like in 20 years? And what radical, immersive new experiences could this technology bring to the galaxy far, far away?

Hyperspace jump with us for all the news, analysis, and speculation you need!

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Join us for Lightspeed #36 as we break down the exciting new trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu, which is set to open exclusively in theaters on May 22, 2026. We also cover the latest in Star Wars publishing!

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Get ready for a wild ride on the latest transmission from the Star Wars Escape Pod! We make a surprise long-distance call straight to the Black Spire outpost to chat with co-host Kirk, who is live from Galaxy's Edge for the very first time. You'll get his fresh take on the park, including a rave review for the Ronto Wrap and a less-than-stellar verdict on the infamous Blue Milk.

To top it all off, we check out the new trailer for the mixed-reality game coming soon, Star Wars: Beyond Victory, where you get to be mentored by none other than Sebulba himself in the ways of Podracing!

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Another year, another victory lap! It's our 6th birthday, and we're celebrating our incredible journey with you, our amazing listeners.

Join us on our annual anniversary episode as we celebrate six years of galactic adventures. We'll revisit some of our most popular episodes, break down the big Star Wars: Starfighter cast announcement, and then put our knowledge to the test with a custom, at-home game of Guess Who? using only Star Wars characters.

Thank you for joining us on this wild ride! We couldn't have done it without your support. As we blast off into another year, you can help us reach even more fans by sharing the show and tagging us in your posts. Leaving a 5-star review also helps us out a ton and helps other fans find us.

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This week on the Escape Pod, we're joined by special guest Dr. Steve Ellerhoff to explore the deep psychological and mythological roots of Star Wars, as detailed in his new book, "Jung and Star Wars". We explore how Carl Jung's concepts of archetypes, the unconscious, and synchronicity are woven into the very fabric of the saga—from the nature of the Force and Anakin's tragic nightmares to the hidden symbolism in Luke's Jedi robes and the powerful Dyad between Rey and Kylo. Prepare for another happy landing into the deepest lore of the galaxy!

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We hit 100k downloads! 🎉 Join us for another round of Cantina Banter where we're talking new Acolyte & Bad Batch books, a robotic Star Wars library, the future of Cara Dune, and SDCC. It's a trap... if you miss it! #StarWars #Podcast #TheMandalorian #CantinaBanter

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This week on the podcast, hosts Josh and Blake, joined by their friend Darian, are discussing the latest Star Wars news from San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC). George Lucas's first Comic-Con appearance since 1976 to promote his upcoming Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, which will feature a vast collection of pop culture artifacts.

Our conversation shifts to Star Wars collectibles, including new Hasbro Black Series action figures and the new crowdfunding campaign for a highly-detailed, three-and-three-quarter-inch scale Republic Gunship. The Lucasfilm publishing announcements for upcoming books and comics, such as a Darth Grievous hyperspace story, a prequel novel for the Star Wars Outlaws video game, and a comic series introducing a new "boogeyman" character called the Nightlander.

Lastly, we dive into the cancellation of the Acolyte series, debating whether it was due to low viewership or the inflated budget? We also briefly discuss Josh's experience playing the new Indiana Jones and the Great Circle video game and their thoughts on spinoff shows.

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Jedi, Sith, and all the shades of the Force in between. Join us as we dive into the unknowns of the New Jedi Order era, picking apart clues from the novel Force Collector and the subtle hints woven throughout The Rise of Skywalker. What does the future hold for the galaxy's peacekeepers?

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Get ready to pull up a seat at the dejarik table! This month, Star Wars Escape Pod is injecting some pure fun into your feed with our brand new sub-series, Cantina Banter! Mixed right into our regular programming, these special episodes are all about casual chats, lively debates, and good old-fashioned banter about everything and anything in the galaxy far, far away. No mission briefings, just good vibes and great company. You won't want to miss it!

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Get ready to pull up a seat at the sabacc table! This month, Star Wars Escape Pod is injecting some pure fun into your feed with our brand new sub-series, Cantina Banter! Mixed right into our regular programming, these special episodes are all about casual chats, lively debates, and good old-fashioned banter about everything and anything in the galaxy far, far away. No mission briefings, just good vibes and great company. You won't want to miss it!

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