State of the Empire: A Lucasfilm Podcast

State of the Empire is Nerdy Show’s Star Wars speculation podcast where we “look for news in Alderaan places”.It’s a time of celebration throughout the galaxy. May the Fourth has brought jubilation to countless systems and the cast of Episode VII has finally been announced! But – there are still many secrets surrounding the burgeoning new film. Rumors of a mysterious cast member still to come, and the roles that the actors will be playing are yet to be revealed. Join Cap, Doug, and Matt as they hunt for clues as to who’s who and what this might hint about the plot of the forthcoming film.However, there’s much more afoot than the new film - the Expanded Universe has been decimated! The crew assesses what’s left of the known cannon and explore the ramifications of all known novelizations, comics, and games being taken out of play. We explore “The Ponda Baba Conundrum” – how with something as massive as Star Wars even the smallest phrasing can mean worlds of difference between what exists and what no longer does. We also predict what’s in store for the new TV series Star Wars: Rebels, how the books tie in, and how Anakin’s lost apprentice might return.For links and more info, head to the main episode page: http://nerdyshow.com/2014/05/episode-176-state-of-the-empire-the-ponda-baba-conundrum/

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State of the Empire is Nerdy Show’s Star Wars speculation podcast where we “look for news in Alderaan places”.The Star Wars universe we know is changing rapidly. Like the cycle of rebirth, the old must be burnt away before it can come back familiar but new and (hopefully) stronger. With game-changing shake-ups like this we had to convene for a new State of the Empire.The Expanded Universe is in the process of drastic revision as the recently formed Lucasfilm Story Group compress the franchise into a unified timeline. Meanwhile, the inevitable has happened and it’s been announced that after 20+ years Dark Horse will be passing the Star Wars comic right over to Marvel. While this was expected, what we didn’t expect was that in the process we might be loosing our favorite thing to happen to Star Wars comics in ages: Brian Wood’s Star Wars. Join Cap, Hex, and Doug as we go in-depth with these happenings and offer our Force Adept insight on what they spell out for the future of the Star Wars Galaxy.We also discuss the latest news on Episode VII including the possible reason for the screenwriter switch-up, who the lead characters might be of VII and beyond, the rumored spin-off films, the future of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, how Captain EO could be in Star Wars continuity, the latest about Indiana Jones, and we’re joined by Star Wars: Rebels executive producer Greg Weisman and Young Justice co-creator Brandon Vietti to discuss Willow.For links and more info, head to the main episode page: http://nerdyshow.com/2014/01/episdoe-164-state-of-the-empire-a-whole-new-galaxy/

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State of the Empire is Nerdy Show’s Star Wars speculation podcast where we “look for news in Alderaan places”.Since last we convened, the Episode VII saga continues to unfold as the balance of power in the universe has once again shifted. Michael Arndt – Episode VII‘s celebrated screenwriter, and our greatest hope for the New Trilogy, is off the project. We don’t know why, nor do do we know much of the circumstances, but we mourn his loss and attempt to put the pieces together as to how this came to pass and what the future might hold. With so many last-minute shake ups for this 2015 film, you best believe there’s a lot of drama and strange rumors circulating. Join Cap, Doug, Hex, and Matt as they search for truth in these dark times… and then kick that gloom out the airlock for what becomes one of the funniest State of the Empires yet!We discuss the latest in Star Wars comics and gaming, drastically different versions of the original films in their infancy, Star Wars: Rebels‘ new villain: The Inquisitor, share our favorite Qui-Gon jokes, and dig deep into eclectic Lucasfilm licensing for a Willow Watch to remember!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2013/11/episode-159-state-of-the-empire-these-arndt-the-droids-youre-looking-for/

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When last Nerdy Show assembled to discuss Star Wars, LucasArts and Star Wars: The Clone Wars had fallen to the might of their new masters and rumors of a television series that would bridge the original and new trilogies had surfaced. It has been three months since Nerdy Show’s last report. We join them now, Cap, Hex, Marc, Matt, and Doug – still looking for news in Alderaan Places…We discuss the recently-announced Star Wars: Rebels, an animated show set to take place between episodes III and IV with some amazing talent attached, and share new Episode VII rumors including a startling discovery of a possible abandoned version of the Episode VII plot called “Shadows of the Sith”. We also drop a Willow bombshell we’ve been waiting to hear. Casting rumors, details on the new Disney Star Wars attractions, how Carl Urban could become the nerd trifecta, and more!Stay tuned to the end for the sexiest offer this side of Makeb.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2013/08/episode-152-state-of-the-empire-shadows-of-the-sith/

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Like a phoenix purging the lands to make way for new growth, Disney, the new rulers of the Star Wars franchise have rained fire down upon the Lucasfilm landscape. Will it be for better or for worse? Only time will tell. In this episode we mourn the loss of LucasArts and speculate over what could come of the new Star Wars gaming partnership with EA. There’s a lot of new developments and hints as to where Star Wars could be heading as the companies get structured and production gets underway. As always, we’ll attempt to put this puzzle together – and if the pieces don’t fit then dammit. we’ll make them fit!Join Cap, Matt, Doug, and Ghostbusters: Resurrection‘s Nina for more Star Wars insights than you can shake a gaderffii at. We pick apart the rumored new animated series, Star Wars: Reclamation, that may bridge the gap between Jedi and Episode VII… if it’s not a hoax. We also speculate on new Star Wars developments at Disney parks, and, of course, Willow Watch!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2013/05/episode-137-state-of-the-empire-a-great-disturbance-in-the-force/

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It is a time of great speculation. Months after the announcement that there would be a new Star Wars film, there is still much that we do not know. That’s why we launched State of the Empire! Nerdy Show leaves no escape pod empty, no wampa un-stomped – we’re looking for news in Alderaan places, and a few of the right ones too.Star Wars’ new masters are shaking things up in the world of Lucasfilm, and there are some very sizable disturbances in the force. Does the cancellation of The Clone Wars, the postponement of Star Wars: Detours, and the alleged suspension of development at Lucasarts point to dark tidings, or a much-needed clean up of the various Star Wars enterprises? Join Cap, Hex, Doug, Matt, and Tony as we share our best guesses for what the rumored Star Wars spin-offs might hold, why it should be the “big four“, not the “big three”, and much more.All this AND Willow Watch! Willow has finally been released on Blu-Ray and Cap recently read the original novelization of the film. Between the newly revealed deleted scenes and Cap’s notes from the novel, we’ve got even more insight into just how big the world of Willow is and the version of the film that could have been.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2013/03/episode-129-state-of-the-empire-the-deal-alters-further/

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Lock S-foils in attack position, ’cause some serious Star Wars news is on the move. Amidst rumors and refuting, J.J. Abrams has emerged as the official director for Episode VII. Find out who else turned down the position, our initial speculation on Abrams, and our thoughts on rumors of what the Newer Trilogy’s plot might be. Continuing our tradition of looking for news in Alderaan places, Cap, Hex, Doug, and Marc With a C dig piece together clues from the Internet and our own, Star Wars-addled minds to bring balance to the Force.BIG NEWS for Willow Watch, a startling confession from Marc, initial reactions to Brian Wood’s Star Wars comic, and more!For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2013/01/season-4-episode-73-state-of-the-empire-the-force-is-with-abrams/

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It’s only been three weeks since the announcement of Disney’s purchase of Lucasfilm and the continuation of Star Wars – and already more news is flooding in. Episode 7 comes out in 2015, we couldn’t just sit here. We had to do… something.Presenting State of The Empire, Nerdy Show’s ongoing Star Wars speculation series.Join Cap, Hex, Doug, and Marc with a C as we put the pieces together of just what Episode 7 might be about, who’s confirmed to write the script, what actors are in, which directors are out, and put clues together for who we think could be involved. We’ve got some real mind-blowers here.For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2012/11/season-4-episode-67-state-of-the-empire-looking-for-news-in-alderaan-places/

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On October 30th, 2012 the world was delivered some insane news: Lucasfilm and the Star Wars franchise have been sold to Disney. We’d grown comfortable presuming that nothing would change for Star Wars as long as George Lucas lived – but this changes everything. What’s more, it’s been announced that new films are planned and the first will come out in 2015.As long-time Star Wars fans, both films and expanded universe, and harsh critics of Lucas’ decisions for years now- we’ve got a lot to say. Join Cap, Hex, Brandon, Matt, Marc With a C, and Doug as we discuss the details of the sale, the players, and dive into what we predict for the future of a long time ago in a galaxy far, far away….For links and more info, head to the main episode page:http://nerdyshow.com/2012/11/season-4-episode-64-disney-buys-lucasfilm-a-new-hope-for-star-wars/

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Welcome to State of the Empire – the Star Wars Speculation Podcast where we look for news in Alderaan places! This series is now a part of the Consequence Podcast Network, but when it started back in 2012, it was a special episode of the podcast, Nerdy Show – recorded when we got the surprising news that Lucasfilm was sold to Disney.

We've chronicled the entire life cycle of Star Wars in the Disney era, from that moment onward – every strange rumor, canceled project, and nuanced observation about the transformation of this ever-evolving franchise. Not to mention our in-depth coverage on the future of other notable Lucasfilm properties in our recurring segments: Indy Inquiry and Willow Watch. State of the Empire evolved from an occasional special on Nerdy Show, to a standalone podcast series, to being a co-feature of Consequence of Sound, and finally, with the advent of the Consequence Podcast Network, moved over fully as a part of Consequence's family of podcasts. We're still co-produced by The Nerdy Show Network and keep on delivering hot intel from the galaxy far, far away.

Check out our older episodes for a journey through the Star Wars timeline as events unfolded, or scope out our newest episodes to dive right in and get the latest news, rumors, and insights.

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