TWIN SUNS: A Star Wars Podcast

What happens when a lifelong Star Wars fan gets the opportunity to help bring the galaxy far, far away to life?

In this special episode of Twin Suns of Star Wars, John flies solo for a conversation with his good friend Bryant V., whose film career has taken him from television to the crews behind The Mandalorian, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Ahsoka, and The Mandalorian & Grogu.

Bryant shares his behind-the-scenes experiences, the extraordinary craftsmanship behind Star Wars productions, and what it's like to work alongside the very people who helped shape your childhood.

The conversation also explores Bryant's remarkable Master Replicas collection, his passion for collecting autographs, and unforgettable encounters with Hayden Christensen, Jon Favreau, Harrison Ford, and others.

But beyond the collectibles and Hollywood stories, this episode is about something even more meaningful: friendship, generosity, and the wonderful connections that can come from a shared love of Star Wars.

Two friends, plenty of stories, and a reminder that sometimes the greatest thing about Star Wars is the people it brings together.

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What does it take to give a galaxy its sound? And how do you give the most beloved little green guy in the universe his voice?

This week, John and Nelly welcome David Acord, the extraordinary sound designer and supervising sound editor at Skywalker Sound, whose work has helped shape Star Wars for more than two decades.

But this isn't your typical Star Wars interview.

We start long before Skywalker Sound, exploring David's childhood love of horror films, his unlikely introduction to Hollywood on 12 Monkeys, and the remarkable journey that eventually brought him into the Star Wars galaxy.

From there, we explore the art of sound design, the power of silence, how he preserves the unmistakable sound of Star Wars, his collaboration with Tony Gilroy on Andor, and, of course, the fascinating story of how Grogu found his voice.

David also shares his experiences working on The Mandalorian and Grogu, his appreciation for Star Wars fans, and the creative challenges of bringing imaginary worlds to life.

It's a conversation about movies, creativity, storytelling, and the sounds that make us believe in a galaxy far, far away.

Come for Grogu. Stay for David Acord.

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For nearly nine years, The Last Jedi has been debated, dissected, defended, and criticized. This episode isn't about any of that...

We are joined by fellow Last Jedi devotees Sunny and Ross for something much simpler: a love letter to a film that has only grown more meaningful with time.

Together, they revisit the first time they experienced the film and celebrate the moments, characters, and inspiration that have stayed with them ever since, from Rey's search for belonging and Leia's quiet strength to Luke Skywalker's deeply human journey through failure, forgiveness, and hope.

There are laughs, favorite scenes, unforgettable images, John Williams' extraordinary score, Yoda's wisdom, Crait, Canto Bight, and plenty of appreciation for the artistry Rian Johnson and his team brought to a galaxy far, far away.

And then, at the end, everyone gets one final question:
If Rian Johnson were listening, what would you want to thank him for?

Just five Star Wars fans talking about a movie they deeply love. We saw what you made. We felt it. And we loved it. This is our love letter to The Last Jedi.

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Our favorite returning guest is back! Jess, aka Vader’s Girl and the woman behind Haydenception, returns to Twin Suns for Episode III. This time, she has incredible Hayden Christensen stories to tell.

Jess takes us inside her latest GalaxyCon adventures in Raleigh and San Jose, from new Haydenception photos and personalized autographs to the scrapbook that Hayden called “history,” saying he had the perfect place for it at home. And then thanked her for by coming around the autograph table for an unforgettable hug.

And somehow, San Jose takes things even further.

We talk Hayden, hugs, photo ops, friendship, fandom, Taylor Swift, the ever-expanding phenomenon that is Haydenception, and what happens when the actor you've admired for years starts becoming a friend.

Funny, sweet, slightly outrageous, and filled with the kind of Star Wars joy we love.

Vader’s Girl is back. And yes, we ask her a whole bunch of on-the-spot questions that make her blush!

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It’s time for Con Catch Up!

We have some serious catching up to do as we revisit three very different stops on their summer Star Wars convention tour.

First up: Fan Expo Anaheim, where the return of Mark Hamill sends John back into full Luke Skywalker mode. Then it’s off to Supercon Miami for Rosario Dawson, Hayden Christensen, some unforgettable photo ops and the Hayden hug heard around the world. Finally, we head back to Rebel Scum Con, where great autos, John Boyega, Manny Jacinto, late-night lobby-bar conversations and a growing circle of Star Wars friends remind them what the con experience is really all about.

Three conventions. A lot of autographs. Even more hugs. Too much pizza and quite a few ice-cold Stella Artois

Welcome to Con Catch Up.

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Star Wars artist Steven Moore joins Twin Suns for a conversation about creativity, conventions, and what it takes to build a style that's instantly recognizable.

Steven shares how Star Wars inspired him from the moment he first saw A New Hope in 1977, why ICCC helped launch his convention career, and the fascinating process behind his vibrant "cartoony realism" artwork. We also dive into the nostalgia hidden inside every print, the challenge of drawing Chewbacca and Darth Maul, the surprising popularity of his Wampa artwork, and why Jar Jar Binks is the piece he'd proudly hang in George Lucas's office.

Whether you're a collector looking for the perfect autograph print, an aspiring artist searching for inspiration, or simply someone who loves hearing passionate Star Wars fans talk about the galaxy far, far away, this is an episode you won't want to miss.

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What does it take to turn a box of colored pencils into some of the most sought-after Star Wars sketch cards in the galaxy?

In this episode of Twin Suns: A Star Wars Podcast, we sit down with acclaimed Star Wars sketch card artist Nadia Espino to explore her incredible journey from growing up in Russia to building a career as a professional artist in Mexico City. Along the way, we discuss her love of traditional art, her meticulous colored pencil technique, and how she became one of the most recognizable names in the Star Wars trading card community.

We also take a behind-the-scenes look at the creative process behind her stunning sketch cards, her favorite Star Wars characters to illustrate, and the joy of creating commissioned artwork for collectors around the world.

John also shares the story behind his growing Nadia collection, including two Padmé commissions, Sabine Wren, Shin Hati, and the now-famous Dark Side Padmé piece that sparked conversations across the Star Wars card community and Instagram.

Whether you're a lifelong Star Wars fan, an artist, or a passionate collector, this is an inspiring conversation about creativity, perseverance, and bringing a galaxy far, far away to life, one colored pencil at a time.

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What happens when you combine the dusty frontier spirit of a classic Western with a galaxy far, far away?

This week on Twin Suns: A Star Wars Podcast, John and Nelly are joined by actor, writer, and filmmaker Travis Lee Eller, the creative force behind The Rebel (A Star Wars Story). We dive deep into the making of this fan-favorite short film, exploring its Western influences, its connection to the heart of Star Wars storytelling, and the challenges of bringing an original vision to life inside one of the most beloved universes ever created.

From lightsabers to six-shooters, rebellion to redemption, this is a conversation about filmmaking, fandom, and finding your own voice in a galaxy far, far away.

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This week on Twin Suns, we're joined by listener-turned-dear friend Bo Hannan to unpack an unforgettable weekend at SPACECON in San Antonio.

Bo's Star Wars story is unlike any we've heard before. Less than a year ago, she had never seen Star Wars. Then one blind viewing of Revenge of the Sith changed everything. Fast forward twelve months, and she's traveling across the country, attending conventions, collecting unforgettable memories, and becoming part of an incredible community of fellow fans.

Together, we relive the highs, laughs, and chaos of SPACECON: meeting Hayden Christensen, Ewan McGregor stories, photo-op adventures, autograph lines, panel highlights, convention mishaps, and the friendships that make these events so special. We also discuss why fandom matters, how online friendships become real-life connections, and why the Star Wars community continues to surprise us in the best possible way.

Whether you're a convention veteran, a Hayden Christensen enthusiast, or someone who simply loves hearing stories about the people who make this galaxy far, far away feel like home, this episode is for you.

Pour yourself a glass of southern sweet tea or, in John’s case, two large San Antonio margaritas, settle in, and join us for a conversation filled with laughter, gratitude, and a whole lot of Star Wars.

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Three episodes. Three perspectives. One final conversation.

On this special crossover episode of Twin Suns: A Star Wars Podcast, John and Nelly are joined by Sunny from Twin.Sunns to close out our coverage of The Mandalorian & Grogu.

After our initial spoiler review and a listener reaction episode, we're taking one last trip into the galaxy far, far away to discuss what has stayed with us since the credits rolled. Has our opinion of the film changed? What moments continue to resonate? What did the movie get right, and what does it mean for the future of Star Wars storytelling? 

Plus, Sunny shared with us what it was like having her questions answered by Jon, Dave, Pedro, and Sigourney!

Thank you for joining us on this three-part journey through The Mandalorian & Grogu.

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