Star Wars Escape Pod
Star Wars discussion and entertainment. After-shows, guests, interviews, reviews, and exciting star wars headlines await you right here on Star Wars Escape Pod.
Weekly episodes coming your way at lightspeed! Ad-free!
Star Wars discussion and entertainment. After-shows, guests, interviews, reviews, and exciting star wars headlines await you right here on Star Wars Escape Pod.
Weekly episodes coming your way at lightspeed! Ad-free!
Episodes

Monday May 19, 2025
Monday May 19, 2025
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.
We create this podcast out of pure love for Star Wars, and we'd love for you to help us share it!
Spread the word: Please Retweet or share this episode in your circles.
Support us on YouTube: Every Like & Subscribe truly helps the channel grow!
Join the conversation: Tag us on Bluesky or X (using our handle @SWEscapePodcast) and send in your comments and theories – we read them all and love hearing from you!
We hope you enjoy the discussion!
Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad?
https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad
https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5Found on any platform in the galaxy!
————————————————————————Star Wars Escape Pod
🖥️ Website: https://swescapepodcast.wixsite.com/star-wars-escape-pod
🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast
🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social
🌐 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/SWEscapePodcast
📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast
📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com
🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AJDill7uS-hSbJzjqNkKTXy8vgSoENj8s4kbryA8BNs/edit?usp=sharing

Sunday May 11, 2025
Sunday May 11, 2025
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.
We create this podcast out of pure love for Star Wars, and we'd love for you to help us share it!
Spread the word: Please Retweet or share this episode in your circles.
Support us on YouTube: Every Like & Subscribe truly helps the channel grow!
Join the conversation: Tag us on Bluesky or X (using our handle @SWEscapePodcast) and send in your comments and theories – we read them all and love hearing from you!
We hope you enjoy the discussion!
Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad?
https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad
https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5Found on any platform in the galaxy!
————————————————————————Star Wars Escape Pod
🖥️ Website: https://swescapepodcast.wixsite.com/star-wars-escape-pod
🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast
🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social
🌐 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/SWEscapePodcast
📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast
📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com
🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AJDill7uS-hSbJzjqNkKTXy8vgSoENj8s4kbryA8BNs/edit?usp=sharing

Saturday May 03, 2025
Saturday May 03, 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.
We create this podcast out of pure love for Star Wars, and we'd love for you to help us share it!
Spread the word: Please Retweet or share this episode in your circles.
Support us on YouTube: Every Like & Subscribe truly helps the channel grow!
Join the conversation: Tag us on Bluesky or X (using our handle @SWEscapePodcast) and send in your comments and theories – we read them all and love hearing from you!
We hope you enjoy the discussion!
Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad?
https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad
https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5Found on any platform in the galaxy!
————————————————————————Star Wars Escape Pod
🖥️ Website: https://swescapepodcast.wixsite.com/star-wars-escape-pod
🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast
🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social
🌐 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/SWEscapePodcast
📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast
📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com
🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AJDill7uS-hSbJzjqNkKTXy8vgSoENj8s4kbryA8BNs/edit?usp=sharing

Sunday Apr 27, 2025
Sunday Apr 27, 2025
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.
We create this podcast out of pure love for Star Wars, and we'd love for you to help us share it!
Spread the word: Please Retweet or share this episode in your circles.
Support us on YouTube: Every Like & Subscribe truly helps the channel grow!
Join the conversation: Tag us on Bluesky or X (using our handle @SWEscapePodcast) and send in your comments and theories – we read them all and love hearing from you!
We hope you enjoy the discussion!
Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad?
https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad
https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5Found on any platform in the galaxy!
————————————————————————Star Wars Escape Pod
🖥️ Website: https://swescapepodcast.wixsite.com/star-wars-escape-pod
🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast
🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social
🌐 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/SWEscapePodcast
📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast
📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com
🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AJDill7uS-hSbJzjqNkKTXy8vgSoENj8s4kbryA8BNs/edit?usp=sharing

Tuesday Apr 22, 2025
Celebration Roundtable - Favorite Moments and Discussing NEW Reveals
Tuesday Apr 22, 2025
Tuesday Apr 22, 2025
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
News coming through Star Wars Launch Pad as well!
Try Star Wars Launch Pad!
https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad
https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5Found on any platform in the galaxy!
————————————————————————Star Wars Escape Pod
🖥️ Website: https://swescapepodcast.wixsite.com/star-wars-escape-pod
🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast
🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social
🌐 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/SWEscapePodcast
📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast
📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com
🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AJDill7uS-hSbJzjqNkKTXy8vgSoENj8s4kbryA8BNs/edit?usp=sharing
![Celebration Online | [Day 3] Visions Presents... | Celebration LA (50 Year Anniversary) | Updates & Reveals](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog1104358/Logo_Lightspeed_pe88ps_300x300.jpg)
Sunday Apr 20, 2025
Sunday Apr 20, 2025
Today we're recapping DAY 3 of Celebration Japan 2025!During the closing ceremonies of Star Wars Celebration Japan, it was announced that Star Wars Celebration will return to California in 2027, taking place at the Los Angeles Convention Center, the first time the event has been held in LA since 2006. Additionally, details and a release date for Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 were revealed by the directors, showcasing nine new animated shorts from Japanese studios. Lucasfilm also announced Star Wars: Visions Presents, a new initiative to develop longer-form stories based on the shorts, starting with a continuation of Kara's story from "The Ninth Jedi" and "Child of Hope".
News coming through Star Wars Launch Pad as well!
Try Star Wars Launch Pad!
https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad
https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5Found on any platform in the galaxy!
————————————————————————Star Wars Escape Pod
🖥️ Website: https://swescapepodcast.wixsite.com/star-wars-escape-pod
🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast
🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social
🌐 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/SWEscapePodcast
📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast
📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com
🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AJDill7uS-hSbJzjqNkKTXy8vgSoENj8s4kbryA8BNs/edit?usp=sharing
![Celebration Online | [Day 2] Ahsoka Season 2 - Anakin RETURNS | Zero Company | Rebuild The Galaxy 2 | Andor S2 Updates & Reveals!](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog1104358/Logo_Lightspeed_pe88ps_300x300.jpg)
Saturday Apr 19, 2025
Saturday Apr 19, 2025
Today we're recapping DAY 2 of Celebration Japan 2025!
Today's Star Wars news includes exciting updates across the galaxy: the cast of Andor is teasing the upcoming Season 2 which will delve deeper into supporting character stories and how it will air, while Dave Filoni, Jon Favreau, and Rosario Dawson shared five secrets about Ahsoka, alongside a surprise guest. For gamers, the new single-player turn-based tactics game Star Wars Zero Company was announced for PC, PS5, and Xbox Series X|S, promising a fresh perspective on the Clone Wars. Meanwhile, LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy is getting a new season, "Pieces of the Past," featuring BrickHeadz Ahsoka and Jaxxon and exploring more of the mixed-up galaxy. Star Wars: The Old Republic released a featurette looking back at its 13-year history with insights from Narrative Director Ashley Ruhl.
News coming through Star Wars Launch Pad as well!
Try Star Wars Launch Pad!
https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad
https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5Found on any platform in the galaxy!
————————————————————————Star Wars Escape Pod
🖥️ Website: https://swescapepodcast.wixsite.com/star-wars-escape-pod
🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast
🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social
🌐 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/SWEscapePodcast
📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast
📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com
🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AJDill7uS-hSbJzjqNkKTXy8vgSoENj8s4kbryA8BNs/edit?usp=sharing
![Celebration Online | [Day 1] Starfighter | Maul: Shadow Lord | The Mandalorian & Grogu Updates & Reveals!](https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/ep-logo/pbblog1104358/Logo_Lightspeed_pe88ps_300x300.jpg)
Friday Apr 18, 2025
Friday Apr 18, 2025
Today we're recapping DAY 1 of Celebration Japan 2025!
Star Wars Celebration Japan featured several key reveals, headlined by the announcement of Shawn Levy's new film, Star Wars: Starfighter, starring Ryan Gosling, which begins production this fall for a Memorial Day 2027 release. 1 Attendees also got a first look at The Mandalorian and Grogu, set for a May 2026 theatrical debut. 2 Lucasfilm Animation announced Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord, with Sam Witwer returning. 3 Further announcements included new publishing initiatives (manga, novels, High Republic conclusion), Hasbro figure reveals like Dash Rendar, a LEGO K-2SO set, upcoming game content including a Star Wars Outlaws story pack and a Monopoly GO! collaboration, a new season of Young Jedi Adventures, a trailer for the Star Wars: Beyond Victory mixed reality playset, and the availability of Light & Magic Season 2 on Disney+.News coming through Star Wars Launch Pad as well!
Try Star Wars Launch Pad!
https://www.youtube.com/@SWLaunchPad
https://open.spotify.com/show/1v0naAAJZMW0nig3OkFToJ?si=8014aef1647f4da5Found on any platform in the galaxy!
————————————————————————Star Wars Escape Pod
🖥️ Website: https://swescapepodcast.wixsite.com/star-wars-escape-pod
🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/SWEscapePodcast
🦋 B.Sky: https://bsky.app/profile/swescapepodcast.bsky.social
🌐 Linktree: https://linktr.ee/SWEscapePodcast
📲 Swell: https://www.swellcast.com/swescapepodcast
📧 Email us or send a voice message to: swescapepodcast@gmail.com
🗃️ Podcast Archives: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AJDill7uS-hSbJzjqNkKTXy8vgSoENj8s4kbryA8BNs/edit?usp=sharing

About
In 2015 we had an idea to create a Star Wars podcast that felt both fun, informative and different than the existing podcasts available to audiences in the Star Wars fandom. In 2019 that idea was made a reality with the launch of our first Intro (since updated) and the debut of the logo.
What's our Escape Pod theme about?
Our logo and podcast title is based on the first shot ILM ever completed in 1976 on "Star Wars". The escape pod launching from the Tantive IV. It remains an iconic shot to this day. In late 2022 we vectorized and modernized our logo that was once essentially a screenshot (with some photoshop applied) and turned it into a recognizable essence of the original but something we can call our own.










