Force Bonding Podcast

Welcome to For the Republic: A Love Letter to Star Wars Animation! On today’s episode, Andrew (@StarlightAndrew) & Conor (@DepaBanana) are joined by David (@SWHistorian) to discuss the Ahsoka episodes of Tales of the Jedi! We talk the essential themes of Ahsoka's story throughout the shorts, including her birth, first hunt, importance of the Togruta culture, and discovery of her Force sensitivity. The strength of Anakin as her master, and how his teachings helped her survive Order 66, and her encounter with an Inquisitor and reunion with Bail Organa! We also have an important discussion on potential retcons in the third short, specifically regarding the erasure of LGBTQ+ representation in the Ahsoka novel. We finish off with our overall thoughts on the anthology series, and future stories we'd like to see if more seasons happen. Episodes Discussed: "Life and Death" (S1E1), "Practice Makes Perfect" (S1E5), "Resolve" (S1E6) Listen to The Star Wars Historians Show-https://open.spotify.com/show/62r2r8gAwvJYXd

Welcome to For the Republic: A Love Letter to Star Wars Animation! On today’s episode, Andrew (@StarlightAndrew) & Conor (@DepaBanana) are joined by David (@SWHistorian) to discuss the Dooku episodes of Tales of the Jedi! We talk the continued themes of the episodes surrounding Dooku’s fall to the Dark side, including the greater corruption of the Senate, and his disillusionment with the Jedi Order, his bond with Qui-Gon Jinn, and how that relates to his connection to the Light side of the Force, and his jaw-dropping duel with Yaddle! Episodes Discussed: “Justice” (S1E2), “Choices” (S1E3), “The Sith Lord” (S1E4) Listen to The Star Wars Historians Show-https://open.spotify.com/show/62r2r8gAwvJYXdRyiNptLI?si=c5fa686830144813 Listen to our newest Andor recap!-https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/4O4ThzZoMub "WHAT CHOICE?": Star Wars Fans for Abortion Access-https://www.gofundme.com/f/what-choice Support the Amidala Initiative-https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-amidala-initiative-for-equality-texas Subscribe to o

Welcome back to our Andor recaps, here on For the Republic: A Love Letter to Star Wars Animation! This week, Andrew (@StarlightAndrew) & Don (@DonovanMeade) discuss the 9th episode of Andor! We talk the continuation of the prison arc, including Cassian’s continued discovery of the true nature of the Imperial prison, the frequent recurring themes throughout the episode, the character arc of Kino Loy, Dedra’s unforgivable torturing of Bix, a big revelation of Vel’s character, and how Syril is more unhinged than we thought! Episodes Discussed: “Nobody’s Listening!” (S1E9) Listen to our newest Clone Wars episode!-https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/locOCrmhuub "WHAT CHOICE?": Star Wars Fans for Abortion Access-https://www.gofundme.com/f/what-choice Support the Amidala Initiative-https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-amidala-initiative-for-equality-texas Subscribe to our new YouTube channel!-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1_Aywl930XitqQYXrOr2Bg Follow the podcast on Twitter-@ForTheRepubPod and Instagram-@forthere

Welcome back to our Andor recaps, here on For the Republic: A Love Letter to Star Wars Animation! Today, Andrew (@StarlightAndrew) & Conor (@DepaBanana) welcome Rogue One superfan Moe (@jynmystardust) to discuss the 8th episode of Andor! We talk the beginning of the newest arc in the show, including Cassian's imprisonment, the horrors of the Imperial Labor Camp, some familiar faces appearing, the goings-on on Ferrix, and the instantly iconic conversation between Saw Gerrera and Luthen Rael!  Episodes Discussed: "Narkina 5" (S1E8) Check out Sunshine Seekers-https://www.shopsunshineseekers.com/ Listen to our newest Clone Wars episode!-https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/locOCrmhuub "WHAT CHOICE?": Star Wars Fans for Abortion Access-https://www.gofundme.com/f/what-choice Support the Amidala Initiative-https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-amidala-initiative-for-equality-texas Subscribe to our new YouTube channel!-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1_Aywl930XitqQYXrOr2Bg Follow the podcast on Twitter-@ForTheRep

Welcome to For the Republic: A Love Letter to Star Wars Animation! On today's episode, we return to our chronological journey through The Clone Wars, as Andrew (@StarlightAndrew) & Conor (@DepaBanana) are joined by Jarod (@darkjedi2552) of The Nerd Academy Podcast to discuss the standalone episode "Trespass!" We discuss the big themes of the episode, including another example of Star Wars making a commentary on colonialism with the war between the Talz and the Pantorans, the jingoism of Chairman Cho, the usage of the snow aesthetic linked to the episode's storytelling, the peacekeeping methods of Senator Riyo Chuchi, Obi-Wan's continued excellence with negotiations, and Jarod makes an interesting point on Anakin's character! We also introduce a new segment, going back in time to the early days of the internet to highlight fan theories and how the more things change, the more they stay the same. Episodes Discussed: "Trespass" (S1E15) Listen to The Nerd Academy Podcast-https://open.spotify.com/show/6noWpFky

New details on Damon Lindelof's (Watchmen, LOST) upcoming Star Wars film have emerged, including that the film will be set after the events of The Rise of Skywalker, and may include characters from the Sequel Trilogy. Andrew (@StarlightAndrew) is here to break down all the news. What would you like to see from this film?  Link to the article discussed-https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/mov... Link to the SWE Article-https://www.sweditorig.com/post/my-dr... Listen to our newest Andor recap!-https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/tc0BJOljpub "WHAT CHOICE?": Star Wars Fans for Abortion Access-https://www.gofundme.com/f/what-choice Support the Amidala Initiative-https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-amidala-initiative-for-equality-texas Subscribe to our new YouTube channel!-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1_Aywl930XitqQYXrOr2Bg Follow the podcast on Twitter-@ForTheRepubPod and Instagram-@fortherepublicpod for further updates on the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fortherepublicpodcast/support

Welcome back to our Andor recaps here on For the Republic: A Love Letter to Star Wars Animation! On this episode, Andrew (@StarlightAndrew), Don (@DonovanMeade), & Conor (@DepaBanana) are joined by Megan (@meganfromterra) of SWEditorIG.com to discuss Episode 7 of Andor! We discuss the episode's biggest moments, including the aftermath of the Aldhani heist, Dedra Meero's continued rise to power, Cassian's plan to escape and his reunion with Bix, Mon Mothma's intense political games, a new job for Syril, what is next for Vel and Cinta post-Aldhani, and an appearance of a very familiar Imperial character! *ANDOR EPISODE 7 SPOILERS* Episodes Discussed: "Announcement" (S1E7) Check out SWE Fiction!-https://www.sweditorig.com/fiction "WHAT CHOICE?": Star Wars Fans for Abortion Access-https://www.gofundme.com/f/what-choice Support the Amidala Initiative-https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-amidala-initiative-for-equality-texas Subscribe to our new YouTube channel!-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1_Aywl930XitqQYXrOr2B

Welcome to another late Andor recap here on For the Republic: A Love Letter to Star Wars Animation! Join Andrew (@StarlightAndrew), Conor (@DepaBanana), & Don (@DonovanMeade) as we discuss the 6th episode of Andor! We talk the tense conclusion of the Aldhani arc! Which characters survived, and which did not? What is next for Cassian's story in his growing involvement in the Rebellion?  *ANDOR EPISODE 6 SPOILERS* Episodes Discussed: "The Eye" (S1E6) "WHAT CHOICE?": Star Wars Fans for Abortion Access-https://www.gofundme.com/f/what-choice Support the Amidala Initiative-https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-amidala-initiative-for-equality-texas Subscribe to our new YouTube channel!-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1_Aywl930XitqQYXrOr2Bg Follow the podcast on Twitter-@ForTheRepubPod and Instagram-@fortherepublicpod for further updates on the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fortherepublicpodcast/support

Welcome back to our Andor recaps here on For the Republic: A Love Letter to Star Wars Animation! On today's episode Andrew (@StarlightAndrew) & Conor (@DepaBanana) are joined by Austin (@SWEAustin0) & Chelsea (@Jedi_Chelsea) from This Is The Wayseekers to discuss the 5th episode of Andor! We discuss big moments from the episode, including the continued build-up of tension between Cassian and the Rebels as their mission on Aldhani grows nearer, also getting glimpses into Mon Mothma, Luthen, Dedra, and Syril as their stories continue on. We also predict what the fate of the Rebel group might be as this arc nears its conclusion! *ANDOR EPISODE 5 SPOILERS* Episodes Discussed: "The Axe Forgets" (S1E5) Listen to This is the Wayseekers-https://open.spotify.com/show/0BN9CulsGpjgkL4Y4KVmxw?si=b9cd2d4d6726481a Listen to Everything But Star Wars-https://open.spotify.com/show/5yY8MGWDqCDDdMKBeflUT6?si=ca8754962e53461b "WHAT CHOICE?": Star Wars Fans for Abortion Access-https://www.gofundme.com/f/what-choice Suppor

Welcome back to our Andor recaps, here on For The Republic: A Love Letter to Star Wars Animation! On this episode, Andrew (@StarlightAndrew), Conor (@DepaBanana), Don (@DonovanMeade), & Jake (@JediJake__) discuss the 4th episode of Andor! We break-down the big themes of the episode, including the beginnings of Cassian's 1st mission with the Rebellion and the ragtag crew led by Vel, Dedra Meero and the infightings of the ISB, Luthen's double life, the introduction of Mon Mothma, and the various amounts of Easter eggs packed into the episode! And here I thought there wasn't any Easter eggs in this show?   *ANDOR EPISODE 4 SPOILERS*  Episodes Discussed: "Aldhani" (S1E4) Listen to our newest For the Republic episode!-https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/7HAMdgYxBtb Check out the 1st episode of Galactic Senate Sitdowns-https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/b3gD4zDtmtb "WHAT CHOICE?": Star Wars Fans for Abortion Access-https://www.gofundme.com/f/what-choice Support the Amidala Initiative-https://www.go

Welcome to the first installment of our Andor recaps here on For the Republic: A Love Letter to Star Wars Animation! On today's episode, Andrew (@StarlightAndrew), Conor (@DepaBanana), & Don (@DonovanMeade) discuss the series premiere of Andor! We break down the biggest themes and moments of the 1st 3 episodes of the series, including Cassian's backstory, the worldbuilding on Ferrix, the real-world themes ever-present in the show's storytelling, and our newfound devotion towards Bix Caleen, and lack of devotion towards Timm. #BixEnthusiast *ANDOR EPISODES 1-3 SPOILERS* Episodes Discussed: "Kassa" (S1E1), "That Would Be Me" (S1E2), "Reckoning" (S1E3) Listen to our newest For the Republic episode!-https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/7HAMdgYxBtb Check out the 1st episode of Galactic Senate Sitdowns-https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/b3gD4zDtmtb "WHAT CHOICE?": Star Wars Fans for Abortion Access-https://www.gofundme.com/f/what-choice Support the Amidala Initiative-https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-amidala-ini

Welcome to For the Republic: A Love Letter to Star Wars Animation! On today's episode, Andrew (@StarlightAndrew), Conor (@DepaBanana), Don (@DonovanMeade), and Jake (@JediJake__) continue their Clone Wars journey, and discuss the Lurmen arc of The Clone Wars! We talk about the arc's themes of pacifism, how nonviolent cultures are affected by war, the spotlight on Jedi Master Aayla Secura, and early examples of the deep emotional connection between Ahsoka and Anakin. We also talk about the Star Wars news from last weekend's D23 Expo, including our thoughts on the new trailers for Andor, Tales of the Jedi, and The Mandalorian Season 3! Episodes Discussed: "Jedi Crash" (S1E13), "Defenders of Peace" (S1E14) Check out the 1st episode of Galactic Senate Sitdowns-https://spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/b3gD4zDtmtb "WHAT CHOICE?": Star Wars Fans for Abortion Access-https://www.gofundme.com/f/what-choice Support the Amidala Initiative-https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-amidala-initiative-for-equality-texas Subscribe to our n

Welcome to the first episode of GALACTIC SENATE SITDOWNS! A monthly interview series where Andrew (@StarlightAndrew) talks to a member of the Star Wars fan community about their own personal journeys through becoming a fan of a galaxy far, far away. On our inaugural episode, we sit down with the head of SWEditorIG.com and co-host of @WaySeekersPod Austin (@SWEAustin0), who brought all 4 members of the podcast together through the writing team for his website. We discuss his early memories as a Star Wars fan, how he originally didn't know the prequels existed, what it's like running an entire storytelling universe in SWE Fiction, and many other fun topics.  Check out SWE Fiction!-https://www.sweditorig.com/fiction Listen to This is the Wayseekers Podcast!-https://open.spotify.com/show/0BN9CulsGpjgkL4Y4KVmxw?si=407f4c31075a49e9 "WHAT CHOICE?": Star Wars Fans for Abortion Access-https://www.gofundme.com/f/what-choice Support the Amidala Initiative-https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-amidala-initiative-for-equali

Welcome to For the Republic: A Love Letter to Star Wars Animation! On today's episode, Andrew (@StarlightAndrew), Conor (@DepaBanana), Don (@DonovanMeade), and Jake (@JediJake__) continue their Clone Wars journey, and discuss the Pirates arc of The Clone Wars! We discuss the capture of Count Dooku, the introduction of everyone's favorite pirate: Hondo! The odd couple team of Obi-Wan, Anakin, and.... Dooku? And the unlikely military leader that is Jar Jar Binks. We also have our 1st ever Q&A segment! We answer your Star Wars questions!  Episodes Discussed: "Dooku Captured" (S1E11), "The Gungan General" (S1E12) "WHAT CHOICE?": Star Wars Fans for Abortion Access-https://www.gofundme.com/f/what-choice Support the Amidala Initiative-https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-amidala-initiative-for-equality-texas Subscribe to our new YouTube channel!-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1_Aywl930XitqQYXrOr2Bg Follow the podcast on Twitter-@ForTheRepubPod and Instagram-@fortherepublicpod for further updates on the podcast

Welcome to For The Republic: A Love Letter to Star Wars Animation! This is For the Republic Book Club, where we invite a guest to join us to discuss the world of Star Wars novels. On this episode, Andrew (@StarlightAndrew) is joined by Maddie Amidala (@Maddie_Amidala) of The Nightsisters Podcast (@Nightsisterspod) to discuss the Star Wars novel Brotherhood by Mike Chen! We talk about the journey of Obi-Wan and Anakin's relationship as they go from Master and Apprentice to equals and brothers, Author Mike Chen's great strengths in character writing, the journey of questioning how those view war, change, and opposing cultures, and how this has quickly become an essential story of Prequel era and Clone Wars fans! Also, we answer the biggest question of them all: What WAS that business on Cato Neimoidia, and does it count? Listen to The Nightsisters Podcast!-https://open.spotify.com/show/05AYNn4tgBq5iMqGTcd8aj?si=bd4d08493cb14b41 "WHAT CHOICE?": Star Wars Fans for Abortion Access-https://www.gofundme.com/f/what-c

Welcome to For the Republic: A Love Letter to Star Wars Animation! On this special, Andrew (@StarlightAndrew) is here for a quick review and breakdown of the new Andor trailer!  Subscribe to our new YouTube Channel!-https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1_Aywl930XitqQYXrOr2Bg "WHAT CHOICE?": Star Wars Fans for Abortion Access-https://www.gofundme.com/f/what-choice Support the Amidala Initiative-https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-amidala-initiative-for-equality-texas Follow the podcast on Twitter-@ForTheRepubPod and Instagram-@fortherepublicpod for further updates on the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fortherepublicpodcast/support

Welcome to For the Republic: A Love Letter to Star Wars Animation! On today's episode, we return to our chronological rewatch of The Clone Wars as Andrew (@StarlightAndrew), Conor (@DepaBanana), Don (@DonovanMeade), and Jake (@JediJake__) discuss the Nute Gunray Arc of the series! We talk about the heroics and comedy of "Master Bombad" Jar Jar Binks, the heart of Padme Amidala, the team-up of Ahsoka and Luminara against Asaaj Ventress, turning General Grievous into a horror movie monster, and the tragedy of Jedi Knight Nahdar Vebb, and how the slimy coward Viceroy Gunray connects them all together! We also make an announcement about our next episode!  Episodes Discussed: "Bombad Jedi" (S1E8), "Cloak of Darkness" (S1E9), "Lair of Grievous" (S1E10)  Submit questions for our Q&A on Twitter-@ForTheRepubPod and on the SWE Discord Server!-https://discord.gg/zeBMQjGu  "WHAT CHOICE?": Star Wars Fans for Abortion Access-https://www.gofundme.com/f/what-choice  Support the Amidala Initiative-http

Welcome to For the Republic: A Love Letter to Star Wars Animation! On today's episode, Andrew (@StarlightAndrew) & Conor (@DepaBanana) are back for our super late review of the Obi-Wan Kenobi series! We discuss our favorite aspects of the series, the biggest highs, the best character moments, and whether or not a continuation of the series is possible, and if so, should it happen? Series Discussed: Obi-Wan Kenobi (2022) "WHAT CHOICE?": Star Wars Fans for Abortion Access-https://www.gofundme.com/f/what-choice Support the Amidala Initiative-https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-amidala-initiative-for-equality-texas Follow the podcast on Twitter-@ForTheRepubPod and Instagram-@fortherepublicpod for further updates on the podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/fortherepublicpodcast/support

Welcome to our final edition of the Obi-Wan Kenobi recaps, here on For the Republic: A Love Letter to Star Wars Animation! Join Andrew (@StarlightAndrew), Chloe (@lightsabrqueen), Conor (@DepaBanana), Don (@DonovanMeade), and Jake (@JediJake__) discuss everything about the epic finale of Obi-Wan Kenobi! We break down the rematch of the century between Obi-Wan and Darth Vader, the various parallels that made up that duel, the players that make up the future of the Rebellion, the tearful goodbyes between Obi-Wan and Leia, the impact of Reva's story arc, Obi-Wan's arc coming full circle, and the emotional ending of the series and Obi-Wan's rediscovery of himself. Thank you all for tuning in for our weekly recaps, we will be back for recaps of Andor in August! *SPOILERS FOR OBI-WAN KENOBI EPISODE 6* Episodes Discussed: "Part VI" (E6) "WHAT CHOICE?": Star Wars Fans for Abortion Access-https://www.gofundme.com/f/what-choice More information on the overturning of Roe v. Wade-https://docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PAC

Welcome back to our Obi-Wan Kenobi Recaps, here on For the Republic: A Love Letter to Star Wars Animation! Join Andrew (@StarlightAndrew), Chloe (@lightsabrqueen), Conor (@DepaBanana), Don (@DonovanMeade), and Jake (@JediJake__) as they discuss the 5th episode of Obi-Wan Kenobi! We break down the huge importance of the flashbacks between Obi-Wan and Anakin, and how the scene is important to the development of both of them in this story, the revelations of Reva's character, Obi-Wan's continued journey towards becoming his old self in protection of the Path, the heroics of Tala and NED-B, and one of the best lightsaber duels the franchise has given us! So much to discuss on a truly all-time great Star Wars story.  *SPOILERS FOR OBI-WAN KENOBI EPISODE 5* Episodes Discussed: "Part V" (E5) Listen to our newest episode of our Clone Wars rewatch!-https://anchor.fm/fortherepublicpodcast/episodes/6--The-Rescue-of-R2-D2-e1jvmgu Support the Amidala Initiative-https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-amidala-initiative-for-eq