TFG Ep. 71: The Bad Batch: Eps. 6 & 7 "Decommissioned" & "Battle Scars" Spoiler Special, The Book of Boba Fett Reveals More Backstory, The Mandalorian Third Season Delayed, Forest Whitaker Reprising Role of Saw Gerrera, and Lots of Love for Michael Wa

Welcome to Episode 166 of the Force Geeks: A Star Wars Podcast! ***Warning: Spoilers ahead!*** Join Nate, Jake and  Chris for our Bad Batch after-show, as we dissect "The Return." We delve into Crosshair's reunion with Clone Force 99 and Omega's emotional support of the clone who betrayed his brothers. Brace yourself for spoilers as we uncover Easter eggs and symbolism hidden throughout the episode. Join us as we explore Crosshair's journey back from his betrayal and discuss the trust issues within the Batch. Plus, get the inside scoop on the highly anticipated new Star Wars series, The Acolyte, as Lucasfilm is rumored to be betting big on the new series that's expected to drop this summer.

The Geeks also speculate on the potential storylines for the second season of Tales of the Jedi. We also dig into the rumors surrounding Angela Bassett's potential involvement in a Star Wars role, possibly as the primary villain in the forthcoming Rey/New Jedi Order film. And don't miss out on the latest updates from filmmaker Zack Snyder regarding the "Snyder Cuts" of his Star Wars-inspired Rebel Moon franchise. Tune in now for all this and more!

***The views expressed in this show are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the United States Air Force, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government.***

Welcome to Episode 165 of the Force Geeks: A Star Wars Podcast! ***Warning: Spoilers ahead!*** Join Nate, Jake and  Chris for  our Bad Batch after-show, as we dissect the fourth episode of the final season, titled “A Different Approach,” exploring the contrasting methods of the good-natured Omega and the lone wolf dynamic of Crosshair who can be a bit of a dirtbag. Join us as we uncover the hidden Easter eggs and dive into the long-awaited payoff of Crosshair's character arc. We tackle the big questions raised in the episode, including what's behind Nala Se's connection to Omega and the emotional cliffhanger that leaves fans on the edge of their seats. If you're ready for spoilers and insightful analysis, tune in now!

***The views expressed in this show are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the United States Air Force, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government.***

Welcome to Episode 164 of The Force Geeks: A Star Wars Podcast! Join Nate, Jake and  Chris for our first The Bad Batch after-show of the final season. We dive deep into the premiere episodes as we dissect all three of them, uncovering the hidden Easter eggs and discussing the voice talent, including Original Boba Fett child actor, Daniel Logan and a surprise Oscar-winning newcomer. We analyze the big questions raised (i.e. what's in the vault) and offer a chronological breakdown of all the events that took place.

Explore the unifying threads between the prequel and sequel trilogies, the Mandoverse, and, heck, the Expanded Universe's Thrawn trilogy. The Geeks delve into the significance of "Project Necromancer" and Emperor Palpatine's master plan. Plus, we examine the redemption of Crosshair and the pivotal role of Omega in the grand scheme of the galaxy far, far away. Tune in for this  discussion on Episode 164!

***The views expressed in this show are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the United States Air Force, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government.***

Welcome to Episode 163 of The Force Geeks: A Star Wars Podcast! Join Nate, Jake and  Chris for all the big news from the past few weeks. We pay tribute to the late Carl Weathers, reflecting on his impactful contribution to Star Wars through The Mandalorian and beyond. As we eagerly anticipate the third and final season of The Bad Batch, we dissect the thrilling teaser featuring a beloved Clone Wars villain. Natasha Liu Bordizzo, the live-action Sabine Wren, offers insights into her time in the galaxy far, far away, including intriguing thoughts about Sabine's Jedi path.

Wes Chatham, aka Captain Enoch from Ahsoka, shares his experiences and tantalizing teases about the character's future. Unfortunately, Ewan McGregor dashes hopes for an immediate return of the Obi-Wan Kenobi series, while Daisy Ridley candidly discusses the divisive reactions to the sequel trilogy among fans. Join us for this enlightening dive into the Star Wars universe in Episode 163! May the Force be with you!

***The views expressed in this show are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the United States Air Force, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government.***

Welcome to Episode 162 of The Force Geeks: A Star Wars Podcast! Join Nate, Jake and  Chris for all the big news from the past week involving a tidal wave of huge Star Wars announcments. Lucasfilm dropped bombshells with a surprise movie from Jon Favreau going into production this year along with the much-anticipated confirmation of the second season of the Ahsoka series. Dive into Dave Filoni's hints about the future of Ahsoka, addressing the epic cliffhanger from Season 1.

Also, Ezra Bridger actor Eman Esfandi shares intriguing insights from his time in the galaxy far, far away. The rumor mill is churning with whispers of a new Star Wars series that is taking a note from the Marvel What If...? model, and could potential fulfill many fan wishes. Meanwhile, the Game of Thrones showrunners unveil their Netflix project and shed light on a Lucasfilm pitch they were dropped from—a decision that became even more puzzling considering recent Star Wars Celebration announcements. Tune in for this unexpected dose of Star Wars revelations! May the Force be with you!

***The views expressed in this show are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the United States Air Force, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government.***

Welcome to Episode 161 of The Force Geeks: A Star Wars Podcast! Join Nate, Jake and  Chris for the first show of 2024! Wishing everyone a belated Happy New Year! In this episode, Rosario Dawson provides an update on the progress of Ahsoka Season Two, offering a peek behind the scenes. We also delve into the streaming success of The Mandalorian and Ahsoka in 2023, reaffirming Star Wars' dominance on the small screen.

The Rey movie director, Sharmeen Obaid Chinoy, sparks discussions with her recent comments, and we dissect the implications. Adam Driver steps into the spotlight, revealing insights into Kylo Ren's original arc and dropping hints about whether he will reprise his role in the upcoming Rey movie. Quick thoughts on Zack Snyder's Rebel Moon saga, which made its debut in December. As we look forward to 2024, we share the confirmed Star Wars titles for the year and explore potential delays until 2025. Join us for this concise journey through the Force in Episode 161, and may the Force be with you!

***Please note that there is some adult-themed topics briefly discussed in this episode, as well as one "F-bomb" that was dropped."

***The views expressed in this show are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the United States Air Force, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government.***

Welcome to Episode 160 of The Force Geeks: A Star Wars Podcast! Join Nate, Jake and  Chris for the exciting start of our fifth season! After a brief hiatus due to Thanksgiving and a bout of illness, we're thrilled to be back and diving into a galaxy of new Star Wars updates.

The Star Wars universe is buzzing with activity as creatives and actors return to press engagements. Dave Filoni, now Chief Creative Officer at Lucasfilm, shares insights into his work on Ahsoka, shedding light on the decision to train Sabine as a Jedi and the character that inspired her story. In big news, Filoni's expanded role at Lucasfilm has fans excited about the future. Additionally, we unpack the confirmation of the two new Star Wars series, "The Acolyte" and "Skeleton Crew," that are set to start streaming on Disney+ in 2024. To guide both long-time fans and newcomers through the vast Star Wars literary universe, we dissect Entertainment Weekly's top 10 list of the best Star Wars books, offering our thoughts and suggestions. Join us for an engaging start to Year Five of the podcast!"

***The views expressed in this show are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the United States Air Force, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government.***

Welcome to Episode 159 of The Force Geeks: A Star Wars Podcast! Join Nate and  Chris for the 33rd and final show of the fourth season. After a month-long hiatus, we're diving into the latest buzz from the Star Wars universe.

As the actors' strike concludes, the Hollywood machine is back in action, and the Ahsoka cast is breaking the seal, sharing exciting behind-the-scenes photos, videos, and thoughts about their Star Wars experiences. The Geeks discuss the official trailer for Zack Snyder's Netflix film, that he pitched as a Star Wars story to Lucasfilm, pondering what could have been an epic addition in the galaxy far, far away. Meanwhile, rumors about the second season of Ahsoka are rampant, awaiting Disney's official confirmation.

Marvel head Kevin Feige confirms the demise of his Star Wars movie, and we explore the missed opportunity of Guillermo Del Toro directing a Jabba the Hutt film. On a lighter note, we celebrate the fourth birthday of The Mandalorian, launched on the date of this podcast recording - Nov. 12th. Join us for a lively discussion that touches on Pedro Pascal's potential voice-only role in the fourth season of The Mandalorian, the latest Admiral Ackbar controversy, and the ongoing exploration of the Jedi's failings in the Disney era of Star Wars storytelling.

***The views expressed in this show are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the United States Air Force, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government.***

Welcome to Episode 158 of The Force Geeks: A Star Wars Podcast! Join Nate, Jake,  Chris, and DailySuperhero.com founder Daniel Wolf as they delve deep into the  big questions surrounding the first Season of Star Wars: Ahsoka, whether the cast and crew stuck the landing with the finale.

***If you have not watched all eight episodes of Ahsoka, be warned that the Geeks are going into great detail about the big reveals from the entire first season of the show.***

Together, the Geeks dive into the big discussions surrounding the show, celebrating what they absolutely loved and addressing aspects that left the audience wanting more. WeThe Geeks dissect the standout performances and ponder the intriguing debate over whether it's a compliment or a disservice to Ray Stevenson if the role of the role of Fallen Jedi Baylan Skoll were to be recast, and who would be best to fill Ray's shoes. Plus, a fun discussion emerges as they determine who takes the crown for the better droid - Huyang or Chopper. In other exciting Star Wars news, Daniel Wolf shares his experience from one of the final Galactic Starcruiser Voyages before Disney's unfortunate shutdown of this unique adventure. Join the Force Geeks for a lively and insightful conversation about Ahsoka and the Halcyon experience!

***Please note that there is some adult-themed topics briefly discussed in this episode, as well as one "F-bomb" that was dropped."

***The views expressed in this show are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the United States Air Force, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government.***

Welcome to Episode 157 of The Force Geeks: A Star Wars Podcast! Join Nate, Jake and Chris as they delve deep into the  aftermath of the first Season of Star Wars: Ahsoka, where they tackle some significant questions that have arisen.

***If you have not watched all eight episodes of Ahsoka, be warned that the Geeks are going into great detail about the big reveals from the entire first season of the show.***

The Geeks provide the latest insights on the potential for a second season based on insider information from Lucasfilm. Reflecting on the finale, they assess whether Ahsoka truly 'stuck the landing.' The Mortis arc from The Clone Wars episodes gains increasing importance in the discussion, and they examine whether the series succeeded in being accessible to fans who haven't consumed the full spectrum of related Star Wars content, particularly animation. As the Geeks ponder the future, they make bold predictions for the second season, should it come to fruition. Additionally, they interpret potential hints about the future of the franchise from a legal copyright filing related to the upcoming Skeleton Crew show, slated for early 2024, if legal records are accurate.

The Geeks also pay tribute to the late, great Ray Stevenson and his impactful portrayal of Baylan Skoll, while addressing the question of whether the role should be recast. In other Star Wars news, they bid farewell to an influential contributor to the modern era of Star Wars production.

***Please note that there is some adult-themed topics briefly discussed in this episode, as well as one "F-bomb" that was dropped."

***The views expressed in this show are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the United States Air Force, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government.***