Episodes
Tuesday Sep 11, 2018
Episode XXIX: Pass On What You Have Learned
Tuesday Sep 11, 2018
Tuesday Sep 11, 2018
This time after we discuss the latest casting news and the Resistance animated show's new trailer, we ask who is the best mentor in Star Wars? Who does the best job of preparing their protege so that they can take their first step into a larger world? Our Mentor list: Qui-Gon Jinn, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Yoda, Tobias Beckett, Maz Kanata, Han Solo, Luke Skywalker, and General Leia. Plus we do a bonus round comparing the Emperor to Snoke! We use the following criteria:
-How successfully they imparted their knowledge, skills, and wisdom
-Were they a positive role model - did they demonstrate how to succeed?
-Did they empower their protege to develop their own strengths and beliefs?
-Did they show a vested interest in the wellbeing of their protege?
Whoever fullfills the most points of criteria is declared the best Mentor in Star Wars!
Brought to you by Yoda's C3P90X Workout Regiment.
Friday Aug 24, 2018
Episode XXVIII: Execute Order 66!
Friday Aug 24, 2018
Friday Aug 24, 2018
Prepare your troops! This podcast is going to war! Once we cover the latest news - Cast list for Episode IX and Jon Favreau's live action tv show - we discuss militarization in Star Wars! From the Republic before the Clone Wars to the rise of the First Order, we ask: What troops did each government use? What was their role? What lessons can we take from their failures to secure the peace? From Jedi and Clone Troopers to Stormtroopers and the Resistance we examine how Republics and Empires use and misuse their military.
This episode is brought to you by Kamino Cloning Facilities
Sunday Jul 29, 2018
Episode XXVII: Droid Revolution!
Sunday Jul 29, 2018
Sunday Jul 29, 2018
We're Back! After a hiatus we're ready to begin season 3 of our podcast in style! First we go over the latest news - Lando returning to Episode IX and another season of Clone Wars! Then we delve deep into droid conciousness and ask the question: Do droids deserve rights? L3-37 'sparked' a conversation worldwide when she liberated the droids on Kessel in Solo, now we wonder if we truly are just "organic overlords." We have an interesting conversation about why droids are treated like garbage in the Star Wars universe, what their programming says about whether they're morally responsible, can droids be defined as human and do they therefore deserve rights, and finally will C3PO ever get the proper treatment for his anxiety disorder? Join us in our triumphant return to Voice of the Rebellion!
This episode is brought to you by Sandcrawler Auto Droids.
Sunday Jun 03, 2018
Episode XXVI: Solo Review
Sunday Jun 03, 2018
Sunday Jun 03, 2018
From Bahrain, Mark has guest Bryan on (because Gabe is skype impaired) to divulge everything Solo! First we hit up the latest news - Solo box office results and headway made on the new Boba Fett Movie. Then we give our in depth take on Solo from begining to end!
This episode is brought to you by Coaxium
Sunday Apr 08, 2018
Sunday Apr 08, 2018
This is it. The Season Finale of Voice of the Rebellion! In this episode we discuss Darth Vader, Kylo Ren, Luke Skywalker, and Obi Wan in light of their journey from sin to exile and penance to redemption. We compare what exactly motivates them to sin, and whether they actually seek and obtain redemption. Can Darth Vader actually be considered to have been redeemed? Is Kylo Ren Reedemable? Why do Luke and Obi Wan go into exile? Don't miss this rousing discussion before we take a hiatus!
Title art and Trivia Song by CJ Bruininks, for more of his work see www.cjbruininks.com
This is episode is brought to you by Jabba's Cruise Line
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
Saturday Feb 24, 2018
Episode XX: The Ability to Speak Does Not Make You Intelligent
Saturday Feb 24, 2018
Saturday Feb 24, 2018
Weesa gonna do a podcast now okie day? No wait, please come back! I'll stop talking like Jar Jar. I promise. In this episode we cover the latest news: an update on the new Solo characters, the new star wars theme park, and the extras we'll see on The Last Jedi dvd/bluray. Then we kick off a new trilogy of episodes where we figure out - What is the Best Star Wars Quote of all Time? Using quote criteria we objectively judge the beatiful and sometimes not so beautiful dialogue of Star Wars.
Quote 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 every day life?
We start by covering the prequels, join as we explore Gabes favorie topic - Star Wars Quotes!
Title Art made by CJ Bruininks. For more artwork see his website - www.cjbruininks.com
This episode is brought to you by Bongo Transportation.