

Rebel Force Radio: Star Wars Podcast
Star Wars
Long-running, award-winning STAR WARS program hosted by podcasting veterans Jason Swank and Jimmy Mac, Rebel Force Radio provides STAR WARS information and entertainment. From the Classic Trilogy to the Prequels... From THE FORCE AWAKENS to ROGUE ONE to SOLO...Rebel Force Radio puts you on the front lines of fandom. Plus, plenty of CLONE WARS and REBELS too! Featuring celebrity guests, news, opinions, comedy, reviews, contests, and more.
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Oct 4, 2024 • 2h 8min
STAR WARS Celebrity Tributes + Live Calls
We pay tribute to STAR WARS original trilogy producer Robert Watts with highlights from an in-depth and revealing conversation from the RFR archives. Plus, we found odd STAR WARS connections to a couple of other notable celebrities who recently passed away - Kris Kristofferson and Pete Rose. Plus, the RFR switchboard was open for live listener calls featuring nostalgic STAR WARS “What-If” collecting talk, STAR WARS OUTLAWS reviews, James Earl Jones stories, and “Blake’s Takes”! Get full show video, ad-free shows, bonus exclusive podcasts, early bird releases and more with RFR on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/RebelForceRadio OFFICIAL WEBSITE: https://www.rebelforceradio.com FACEBOOK - Like RFR! https://www.facebook.com/rebelforceradio TWITTER - Follow RFR! https://twitter.com/RFRRebelForce INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rebelforceradio YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/rebelforceradio THREADS: https://www.threads.net/@rebelforceradio

Sep 27, 2024 • 2h 1min
Future STAR WARS Star Keanu Reeves?
Star Wars rumors are running rampant about what might happen and what could have happened. We look closely at many of them, including what’s happening with the Daisy Ridley “New Jedi Order” film and the possibility of Keanu Reeves joining the cast of a future STAR WARS production. The Unthinkable Outrageous story of the week returns, plus, listener feedback, STAR WARS collecting, and a wacky random fan encounter with George Lucas at a zoo. Get full show video, ad-free shows, bonus exclusive podcasts, early bird releases and more with RFR on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/RebelForceRadio OFFICIAL WEBSITE: https://www.rebelforceradio.com FACEBOOK - Like RFR! https://www.facebook.com/rebelforceradio TWITTER - Follow RFR! https://twitter.com/RFRRebelForce INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rebelforceradio YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/rebelforceradio THREADS: https://www.threads.net/@rebelforceradio

Sep 20, 2024 • 2h 23min
Skeleton Crew, LEGO Star Wars, and Cyn
New photos from the upcoming STAR WARS: SKELETON CREW were released this week featuring Jude Law and a few space pirates, including our first look at Jaleel White’s character Gunter. We breakdown the photos and look for any clues about the show. LEGO STAR WARS: REBUILD THE GALAXY premiered last week with a big event in L.A. Singer/songwriter Cyn attended the premiere and she joins us In The Cantina to review the show and talk about her new LP “Valley Girl: Lost In Laurel - Side A”. Ewan McGregor was honored recently with a star on Hollywood’s Walk of Fame and Hayden Christensen was there. We have clips from the ceremony along with highlights from Donald Glover discussing his in-development LANDO film. Plus, news about the next “Star Wars Jedi” game featuring Cal Kestis, listener feedback, and complaints about the current retail price of certain STAR WARS action figures. Get full show video, ad-free shows, bonus exclusive podcasts, early bird releases and more with RFR on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/RebelForceRadio OFFICIAL WEBSITE: https://www.rebelforceradio.com FACEBOOK - Like RFR! https://www.facebook.com/rebelforceradio TWITTER - Follow RFR! https://twitter.com/RFRRebelForce INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rebelforceradio YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/rebelforceradio THREADS: https://www.threads.net/@rebelforceradio

Sep 13, 2024 • 2h 15min
James Earl Jones: Darth Vader Has Been Silenced
We lost a legend this week as Darth Vader was silenced with the passing of James Earl Jones. We pay tribute to the great actor and dig deep into the RFR archives for audio highlights from throughout his stellar STAR WARS career. RFR has exclusively obtained yearbook photos from a current Lucasfilm leader of STAR WARS storytelling. Listen to find out who it is! Plus, Star Wars in Pop Culture, a new AHSOKA production update, what’s new for STAR WARS Marvel Comics and which animal from the STAR WARS universe would make a good pet? Get full show video, ad-free shows, bonus exclusive podcasts, early bird releases and more with RFR on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/RebelForceRadio OFFICIAL WEBSITE: https://www.rebelforceradio.com FACEBOOK - Like RFR! https://www.facebook.com/rebelforceradio TWITTER - Follow RFR! https://twitter.com/RFRRebelForce INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rebelforceradio YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/rebelforceradio THREADS: https://www.threads.net/@rebelforceradio

Sep 6, 2024 • 2h 4min
AHSOKA Updates and STAR WARS Props
We have news about AHSOKA season two including when the show is expected to be filmed and released. We get caught up on Star Wars In Pop Culture with a big supply of popular media references to a galaxy far, far away. The Chicago White Sox had their annual "Star Wars Night" and RFR was there! Hear our full report. STAR WARS replica prop builder Sean Gerardi joins us to discuss the best fan-made STAR WARS props out there including some very impressive customized Lightsabers and more. Get full show video, ad-free shows, bonus exclusive podcasts, early bird releases and more with RFR on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/RebelForceRadio OFFICIAL WEBSITE: https://www.rebelforceradio.com FACEBOOK - Like RFR! https://www.facebook.com/rebelforceradio TWITTER - Follow RFR! https://twitter.com/RFRRebelForce INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rebelforceradio YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/rebelforceradio THREADS: https://www.threads.net/@rebelforceradio

Aug 30, 2024 • 2h 11min
MANDO MOVIE and ANDOR UPDATES
A new cast member has been confirmed for the upcoming THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU feature film. Cassian Andor himself Diego Luna discussed the upcoming ANDOR season two at D23 and we have the highlights. STAR WARS writer Michael Kogge joins us In The Cantina to talk about his junior novelizations of the Sequel Saga which feature alternate scenes from the films, the Star Wars Radio Dramas, and his upcoming JOHN CARTER FROM MARS: THE AUDIO SERIES. Listener feedback leads us to analyze a puzzling scene from RETURN OF THE JEDI.

Aug 23, 2024 • 2h 10min
What's Next for STAR WARS Streaming?
We react to the news of the cancellation of THE ACOLYTE and speculate why it happened and what is ahead for STAR WARS streaming on Disney+. Next up for STAR WARS is SKELETON CREW. We have audio highlights of show star Jude Law discussing the upcoming show and look for hints hidden within his comments. We continue our ongoing support of the world’s largest STAR WARS memorabilia collection, RANCHO OBI-WAN, and check in with founder Steve Sansweet and museum president Anne Neumann, both dear friends of RFR. Plus, a full report from FanExpo Chicago and Blues Brothers Con: The Sequel as RFR with Baby Belushi took over both events last weekend and more! Get full show video, ad-free shows, bonus exclusive podcasts, early bird releases and more with RFR on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/RebelForceRadio OFFICIAL WEBSITE: https://www.rebelforceradio.com FACEBOOK - Like RFR! https://www.facebook.com/rebelforceradio TWITTER - Follow RFR! https://twitter.com/RFRRebelForce INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rebelforceradio YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/rebelforceradio THREADS: https://www.threads.net/@rebelforceradio SUPPORT RANCHO OBI-WAN: https://ranchoobiwan.org/ BABY BELUSHI: https://www.chrisjsorrentino.com/

Aug 16, 2024 • 2h 15min
SKELETON CREW Reveals at D23
The biggest Disney fan event of the year happened last week in Anaheim at D23, and STAR WARS was featured. A new trailer for the upcoming SKELETON CREW with Jude Law debuted, and this week on RFR, we breakdown the footage and speculate on the show itself. Plus, we also look ahead to THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU courtesy of new comments from director Jon Favreau. You've heard us talking about "The Star Wars Radio Dramas" from John and Maria Jose Tenuto, who join us In The Cantina to discuss their new book, now available everywhere. Plus, how did Darth Vader deal with the death of Padme after he fully sold his soul to the Darkside? We provide our two cents thanks to listener feedback about the topic. Get full show video, ad-free shows, bonus exclusive podcasts, early bird releases and more with RFR on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/RebelForceRadio OFFICIAL WEBSITE: https://www.rebelforceradio.com FACEBOOK - Like RFR! https://www.facebook.com/rebelforceradio TWITTER - Follow RFR! https://twitter.com/RFRRebelForce INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rebelforceradio YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/rebelforceradio THREADS: https://www.threads.net/@rebelforceradio

Aug 9, 2024 • 2h 5min
Katee Sackhoff, Mandalorian Warrior
THE MANDALORIAN’S Bo Katan has been a fan favorite since her original introduction in THE CLONE WARS, and Katee Sackhoff has been with the character since the beginning. Making her RFR debut, Katee joins us In The Cantina to talk all about her experiences in the STAR WARS universe via both animation and live-action. Director Shawn Levy is riding a big wave of success thanks to DEADPOOD AND WOLVERINE and he has a STAR WARS film on the horizon. Shawn talked about the future film recently and we breakdown what he had to say. LEGO STAR WARS: REBUILD THE GALAXY debuts next month and we have interview highlights from the cast and creatives. Plus, we look at the aliens of the modern STAR WARS era and more! Get full show video, ad-free shows, bonus exclusive podcasts, early bird releases and more with RFR on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/RebelForceRadio OFFICIAL WEBSITE: https://www.rebelforceradio.com FACEBOOK - Like RFR! https://www.facebook.com/rebelforceradio TWITTER - Follow RFR! https://twitter.com/RFRRebelForce INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rebelforceradio YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/rebelforceradio THREADS: https://www.threads.net/@rebelforceradio #starwars #starwarsactor #kateesackhoff #mandalorian #interview #rebelforceradio #legostarwars #deadpoolandwolverinemovie #seanlevy #battlestargalactica #bsg #bokatan #podcast #starwarspodcast #clonewars #rebels #24 #babyyoda #grogu #darksaber #starwarsinterview

Aug 2, 2024 • 2h 15min
After THE ACOLYTE with Kyle Newman
Director Kyle Newman (Fanboys) returns to RFR with his full review of THE ACOLYTE. Using his insights as a filmmaker, along with his passion as a lifelong STAR WARS fan, Kyle offers analysis of the series through a critical and professional lens. SKELETON CREW is the next STAR WARS streaming series coming this December. We analyze new images and review fresh info about the upcoming show, including character names and more. A new droid “sex symbol” is emerging via the long-awaited video game STAR WARS OUTLAWS. Is it outrageous and unthinkable? Plus, bleeding lightsaber crystals and more! Get full show video, ad-free shows, bonus exclusive podcasts, early bird releases and more with RFR on PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/RebelForceRadio OFFICIAL WEBSITE: https://www.rebelforceradio.com FACEBOOK - Like RFR! https://www.facebook.com/rebelforceradio TWITTER - Follow RFR! https://twitter.com/RFRRebelForce INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/rebelforceradio YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/rebelforceradio THREADS: https://www.threads.net/@rebelforceradio #starwars #rebelforceradio #podcast #tv #geek #nerd #film #movie #mandalorian #ahsoka #grogu #babyyoda #starwarspodcast #beststarwarspodcast #scifi #sciencefiction