Dagobah Dispatch: An EW Star Wars Podcast

We’ve got another Star Wars hot take coming at you this week, as EW’s Jessica Leon joins us to defend The Rise of Skywalker from all the haters (including a few of our hosts). Why does Jessica think TROS deserves more respect? She tells us. Dalton tries to play peacemaker as Lauren and Devan inform Jessica how wrong she is as the battle intensifies to Rey vs. Kylo-like levels. After the dust settles, we also weigh in on episode 5 of Andor and Mon Mothma’s super fancy apartment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We finally got to meet Mon Mothma on Andor. Little did we know she also came with a husband. And little did we know what an a-hole that husband was. We break down this loveless marriage in full detail on this week’s episode of the pod, and then welcome in Mon Mothma herself, Genevieve O’Reilly, who chats with us about what we just saw, and also what we didn’t see when it comes to her Revenge of the Sith scenes that ended up on the proverbial editing room floor. Join Dalton, Devan, and Lauren as we talk about episode 4 of the series and where we hope it’s going next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The first three episodes of Andor are out, and we’ve got plenty of thoughts. Not only do Dalton and Lauren break down both the good and the bad of the series so far, but Dalton them chats with Cassian Andor himself, Diego Luna, about all the big events in the first three episodes. But we’re not done! Because Devan than talks with series creator Tony Gilroy. Lots of intel and insight from both Diego and Tony, as well as our random ramblings about droids, wasps, and jerky boyfriends. Join us for the Andor deep dive! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton, Devan, and Lauren trade Alderaan for Anaheim as we discuss all the major Star Wars reveals from Disney’s D23 Expo. In addition to breaking down the new Mandalorian trailer (shoutout to Babu Frik), we also return to Tatooine to talk about the new behind-the-scenes Obi-Wan Kenobi documentary. Finally, we’re joined by Andor stars Kyle Soller and Denise Gough, who share stories from set and tease their intergalactic baddies. Cue the Imperial March. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

EW takes a field trip to a galaxy far, far away, as cohosts Lauren Morgan and Devan Coggan break down Lauren’s trip to the Galactic Starcruiser at Walt Disney World. Lauren gives us her full report on the experience, from lightsaber training to sabacc shenanigans. Plus, we also chat about John Williams’ 90th birthday celebration performances and hear from Andor star Adria Arjona about joining the Star Wars universe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oh boy, things are certainly heating up this week. That’s because we have a serious Star Wars hot take courtesy of EW’s Darren Franich. Darren joins the pod to explain why he believes Return of the Jedi is not only not a great movie, but is a BAD movie. SAY WHAT?!? Darren presents his case, and it is now up to you to either agree or disagree. (Note: Dalton and Devan disagree.) It’s a super fun discussion, no matter which side of the debate you are on. Then, we welcome Mon Mothma herself to show, as Genevieve O’Reilly stops by to talk all thing Andor. Devour this episode the same way the Rancor devoured that poor Gamorrean guard Jubnuk. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

There is a battle brewing on this week’s podcast. A battle about lightsaber battles! EW’s Christian Holub joins us so he and Lauren can explain/defend their 2019 list on the top Star Wars lightsaber battle scenes ever, and while things start civil, it’s not long until it turns into… CIVIL WAR! Dalton and Devan weigh in on the list, and also inquire about certain scenes that did not make the cut. It’s a super fun discussion no matter which way you… um… slice it. Then, we are joined by Cassian Andor himself, as Diego Luna joins the podcast to chat all about the new Rogue One prequel series. Come get some! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dalton, Devan, and Lauren begin by following up on last week’s deep dive into Caravan of Courage by revisiting the SECOND 1980s Ewok TV movie, Ewoks: The Battle For Endor. How does this sequel stack up against the original article. You may be surprised, as were we when we booked our return trip back to Endor. Ewoks here! Ewoks there! Ewoks, Ewoks everywhere! After sifting through that madness, we then welcome in Mandalorian visionaries Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni, who chat with Devan about the upcoming season 3 of the show. Star Wars scoop comin’ at ya, folks! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the first of our two-part series on terrible 1980 Star Wars TV movies that happen to take place on the forest moon of Endor, we delve into the cultural oddity that is 1984’s Caravan of Courage: An Ewok Adventure — a film that has to be seen to be believed, but should also probably not be seen. But don’t worry: We watched it so you don’t have to! We also talk to one of the stars of the movie Warwick Davis, who joins us along with his Willow reboot castmates Ruby Cruz, Erin Kellyman, Ellie Bamber, and Joanne Whalley, as well as exec producer Jonathan Kasdan. It’s a Lucasfilm fantasy explosion episode… for better or for worse. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’ve got a whole cantina full of guests on this week’s episode, as we share our Star Wars Celebration interview with ‘The Mandalorian’ stars Giancarlo Esposito, Carl Weathers, Temuera Morrison, and Emily Swallow. Plus, co-hosts Devan Coggan and Lauren Morgan are joined by EW’s Maureen Lee Lenker for an in-depth look at ‘The Princess and the Scoundrel,’ the new book about Han and Leia’s romance. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices