Episodes
Friday Mar 23, 2018
Episode XXIV: Mandalore Madness II - What is the Greatest Lightsaber Fight?
Friday Mar 23, 2018
Friday Mar 23, 2018
After some of the latest news and fan letters it's time for our annual Mandolore Madness, this time what is the greatest lightsaber fight? We've paired up 16 fights in a bracket, and discuss which is better in each match up until we find the ultimate winner!
Criteria:
Importance to Story
Choreography
Emotional Resonance
Things to know:
1. Any dialogue before, during, or after the fight is factored into the judgement (i.e. “I am your father” is factored into Luke vs Vader from Empire Strikes Back)
2. Context, Set up, and Consequences of the duel are factored in
3. Battles have initially been paired up based on similarities to make sure the most interesting debates aren’t missed out on
Bracket 1 - Unconventional Battles
Yoda vs Darth Sidious (ROTS) Against Obi Wan and Qui Gon vs Darth Maul (TPM)
Obi Wan vs General Grievous (ROTS) Against Obi Wan vs Darth Maul (Rebels)
Bracket 2 - Team Ups
Rey and Kylo Ren vs Praetorian Gaurds (TLJ) Against Darth Vader vs Rebel Guards (Rogue One)
Obi Wan/Anakin/Yoda vs Count Dooku (ATOC) Against Obi Wan and Anakin vs Count Dooku (ROTS)
Bracket 3 - Pivotal Moments
Mace Windu vs Darth Sidious and Anakin (ROTS) Against Luke vs Darth Vader and Emperor (ROTJ)
Rey vs Kylo Ren (TFA) Against Luke vs Darth Vader (ESB)
Bracket 4 - Master vs Apprentice
Anakin vs Obi Wan (ROTS) Against Darth Vader vs Ashoka (Rebels)
Darth Vader vs Obi Wan (ANH) Against Kylo Ren vs Luke (TLJ)
Title Art and Trivia Song by C.J. Bruininks, for more of his work go to www.cjbruininks.com
This episode is brought to you by Poor Motivators
Thursday Mar 15, 2018
Episode XXIII: There's No Mystical Energy Field that Controls MY Destiny
Thursday Mar 15, 2018
Thursday Mar 15, 2018
Turn off your targeting computers and feel the Force around you, for we dive deep into the mysticism of Star Wars in this episode!
What actually is the “Will” of the Force? Are characters predetermined to follow it’s path? How does the Will work through our favorite heroes? What does the Will of the Force ultimately want? Between force visions, prophecies, force ghosts, fan theories, and the real world philosophies we use to understand the Force, we try to piece together the clues to determine what the metaphysical nature is of the Will of the Force!
But first we finally resolve once and for all what is the greatest Star Wars quote of all time! Since our trilogy of quote examination came to a close last episode, we’ve narrowed down our final three quotes from each era of Star Wars:
“Fear is the path to the dark side, fear leads to anger, anger leads to hate, hate leads to suffering.”
“Help me Obi Wan Kenobi, you’re my only hope.”
“Let the past die. Kill it if you have to. That’s the only way to become what you were meant to be.”
With the help of a special guest we have an engaging debate!
Throw in a fan letter and some news about Jon Favreau making a live action tv show and we’ve got ourselves an intense episode!
Title Art made by CJ Bruininks, for more of his artwork see his website at www.cjbruininks.com
This episode is brought to you by Unnecessary Force Fields.
Saturday Mar 10, 2018
Episode XXII: Amazing, Every Word You Just Said Was Wrong
Saturday Mar 10, 2018
Saturday Mar 10, 2018
Don't let the movies die, quote them if you have to! We finish our trilogy of our quest to find out what is the best star wars quote of all time! On the docket this time we have Rogue One, The Force Awakens, and The Last Jedi. Quotes are judged on the following criteria:
1. Memorability of the Quote - is it one that can be remembered and quoted over and over again?
2. Emotional Resonance - with the characters or audience, how much of an impact does it have?
3. Lesson of the Quote - is there a lot of meaning behind the quote that teaches something valuable?
4. Can it be used in everyday life?
We finally narrow down the top 3 quotes in all of Star Wars. We would be honored if you would join us!
Title art by CJ Bruininks, for more of his artwork go to www.cjbruininks.com
This episode is brought to you by Tractor Beams.
Friday Mar 02, 2018
Episode XXI: Judge Me By My Quotes Do You?
Friday Mar 02, 2018
Friday Mar 02, 2018
We dispense with the pleasantries and dive right into part 2 of our quest to find out what is the best Star Wars quote of all time! After we cover fan letters and the latest news (something startling has been introduced in Star Wars canon on Rebels!), we explore the original trilogy's quotes in all their glory.
Quote Criteria:
1. Memorability of the Quote - can it be remembered and quoted over and over again?
2. Emotional Resonance - does it have a large impact on the viewer or characters?
3. Lesson of the Quote - is there a lesson or meaning behind the quote?
4. Can it be used in everyday life?
We answer what is the best old trilogy quote?
Title art by C.J. Bruininks. For more of his artwork see his webstie - www.cjbruininks.com
This episode is brought to you by a message from P.E.T.O.W. - People for the Ethical Treatment Of Womprats