Star Wars Escape Pod

BEFORE Andor | "Reign of the Empire: Mask of Fear" | Book Review

This week we dive deep for a review on the first book in a developing trilogy called Reign of the Empire. The first installment, by Alexander Freed, "Mask of Fear", is our subject this week. We get our special guest Iain Kay on with Josh for the review, the deep dive making connections and more.
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Cad Bane's Rise To Revenge | Tales of the Underworld (Part 2)

This week on Star Wars Escape Pod, we dive deep into the treacherous depths of the "Tales of the Underworld" story arc, focusing on everyone's favorite Duros bounty hunter: Cad Bane!
Join Josh, Blake and Darian as we unpack the thrilling narratives that further cement Bane's reputation as one of the galaxy's most formidable and ruthless figures. We'll break down his cunning tactics, his complex moral code (or lack thereof!), and his memorable encounters with both familiar faces and new adversaries.
Whether you're a long-time admirer of Cad Bane or new to his chilling exploits, this episode is packed with insights and lively debate. So, grab your blasters, watch your backs, and tune in to the latest Star Wars Escape Pod for a deep dive into the tales of the underworld!
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How Ventress Survived & Her Next Chapter | Tales of the Underworld (Part 1)

She's back! Asajj Ventress, the formidable fan-favorite from The Clone Wars, makes her unexpected return, continuing her saga beyond the acclaimed novel Dark Disciple – a true gem for any Clone Wars connoisseur. We're diving deep into the implications of resurrection in the Star Wars universe, reviewing the first three episodes of Ventress's journey in Tales of the Underworld, and connecting all the thrilling narrative threads. Join our lively discussion as we unpack it all!
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Andor S2 Aftershow (Part 4/4) | Luthens Full Circle, The Rescue & The Bridge to Rogue One

The final arc of ANDOR has hit Disney plus, and so has our dedicated aftershow on the podcast app of your choice! 🎉
Dive into the season finale with us in the last of our special episodes covering this incredible series. This week, join Josh, Blake, Kirk, Dan, and Kyle for a packed roundtable discussion breaking down all the action of the final moments of one of the greatest star wars shows ever made.
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Andor S2 Aftershow (Part 3/4) | Ghorman Massacre, K2-SO & Mon Mothma's Explosive Exit

The third arc of ANDOR Season 2 has hit Disney streaming, and so has our dedicated aftershow on the podcast app of your choice! 🎉
Dive into the season premiere with us in the first of our four special episodes covering this incredible series. This week, join Josh, Blake, Kirk, Matt, and Darian for a packed roundtable discussion breaking down all the action of the Ghorman massacre, Mon Mothma's exit from the senate, crossovers with Star Wars: Rebels, continuity debates and so much more.
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Andor S2 Aftershow (Part 2/4) | Ghorman Heist & The Party Trick Arc | Happpy May 4th 2025!

May the Fourth Be With You! Happy Star Wars Day, everyone! While we didn't manage to record a dedicated May the 4th special this year, we hope you're celebrating in true Star Wars style. Get together with friends or family, have a movie marathon, build some LEGO, dive into a game – whatever fun, Force-filled activity you choose! And don't forget to check out all the awesome deals happening this weekend. Keep an eye out for sales on books, LEGO, Steam games, digital downloads, Amazon, the Disney Store, and more. It's the perfect time to snag some galactic goodies!Have a fantastic Star Wars Day, and enjoy our Andor Aftershow!
The second arc of ANDOR Season 2 has arrived, and so has our dedicated aftershow! 🎉
Dive into the season premiere with us in the first of our four special episodes covering this incredible series. This week, join Josh, Blake, Matt, and Darian for a packed roundtable discussion breaking down all the action.
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Andor S2 Aftershow (Part 1/4) | S02 Premiere | The Mina-Rau Arc & The Wedding

The first three episodes of ANDOR Season 2 have arrived, and so has our dedicated aftershow! 🎉
Dive into the season premiere with us in the first of our four special episodes covering this incredible series. This week, join Josh, Blake, Kirk, Dan, Shawna, and Darian for a packed roundtable discussion breaking down all the action.
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Celebration Roundtable - Favorite Moments and Discussing NEW Reveals

Star Wars Celebration has come to a close in Japan and we're here to have a fun chat about all the exciting reveals, the biggest headlines that came from the convention and some beautiful speeches delivered by Ahmed Best and Dave Filoni. Everything from Starfighter, to Maul: Shadow Lord, Visions Vol 3, Zero Company, Star Wars x Fortnite and the NEXT Star Wars Celebration in 2 years...
Join Josh, Blake, Kirk and Kyle as we dive deeper into Star Wars Celebration
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