The Wampa’s Lair (A Star Wars Podcast)

We are joined by special guest Jamie Dwyer, creator and producer of the “Duel of the Fates” podcast which is a radio dramatization of the Episode IX script by Colin Treverrow! We discuss the creation of the radio drama as well as some of our favorite story elements introduced in this alternate story ending for […]

We dive into a character study of the unforgettable Count Dooku as we explore his complex story that has been developed through the movies, the Clone Wars, novels, and of course “Jedi Lost”! Grab your finest cape and join us as we discuss the gallant Count of Sorreno! The Wampa’s Lair podcast is available on […]

In this new monthly segment of Star Wars Lessons, Karl sits down with artist Joe Hogan to talk about the powerful scene in The Empire Strikes Back where Yoda raises Luke’s X-Wing from the swamp. They look at why this scene means a lot in what it has taught them as well as how important […]

We discuss our Top 5 Chase Scenes in Star Wars this week! From the stunning spectacle chase through the skies of Coruscant into the dips and dives of the asteroid field, we wind our way through some of the most exciting sequences in the saga! The Wampa’s Lair podcast is available on iTunes! Be sure […]

We are joined by guest Emily Pelletier once again to discuss moments of Pride in the Star Wars saga! From Leia’s pride in Rey to Hera’s pride in her families, we look at characters and how their sense of Pride helps to define what matters to them! The Wampa’s Lair podcast is available on iTunes! […]

Standing up for a cause you believe in is a central theme in Star Wars! In this episode, Karl explores the characters of Jyn, Han, and Finn and how they choose to stand up for causes they believe in and looks at how important this message is in our world right now! The Wampa’s Lair […]

We wrap up our musical May by discussing our Top Musical Themes in the Star Wars saga! From the sweeping romantic melody of “Across the Stars” to the pumped up “Rogue One” theme, we have a great time finishing out this Musical May! The Wampa’s Lair podcast is available on iTunes! Be sure to subscribe, […]

Karl is joined by friend Lurie Kimmerle to discuss Rey’s Heroine Journey in the Sequel Trilogy! Lurie has her M.A. in Applied Theatre focused on feminist storytelling and Theatre of the Oppressed, and is currently studying Theology at Boston College concentrating on feminist theology.  She is the founder of AltarWomen an organization that supports women […]

Musical May continues as we look at our favorite pieces of source music from Star Wars- those songs which fill the background of the stories that even our characters hear in-universe! Hits like “Cantina Band” and “Lapti Nek” fill this list, so bring you dancing shoes and come groove with us in this episode! The […]

We continue our Musical May by discussing some of our favorite Action Cues in the saga! From the epic Mando Rescue to the iconic Battle of Endor music, we hit on some great pieces of action music that pump the blood in the saga! The Wampa’s Lair podcast is available on iTunes! Be sure to […]

Dave Filoni just took us all to church with his incredible reflection on Star Wars at the end of Episode 2 of Disney Gallery! Karl is joined by friend Jazz Kopacek Rathore to discuss all the insightful comments that were made and how they have come to appreciate and love Star Wars even more in […]

**BE ADVISED this is not a regular Wampa’s Lair episode!!** Karl shares his personal story of coming into the Episcopal Church. If spiritual stories aren’t your thing, just pass this one by and tune in for our next regularly scheduled show! But if you like those kinds of stories, feel free to listen to Karl […]

MUSICAL MAY has come! Celebrate Star Wars Day with us as we dive into a Top 5 list of some of our favorite pieces of Star Wars music from outside the movies! From video games to tv shows, we hit all sorts of great music as we start our month long look at the music […]

That’s right, it’s WAMPA time! We respond to all your questions from our thoughts on how the movies have affected us to our thoughts on the fandom and everything in between! The Wampa’s Lair podcast is available on iTunes! Be sure to subscribe, rate and review! Email:         WampasLairPodcast@gmail.com Facebook:  facebook.com/WampasLairPodcast Twitter:    […]

The Jedi have been an essential part of the Star Wars myth since the beginning! In this episode we look at why these guardians of peace and justice are so needed in that galaxy far, far away! The Wampa’s Lair podcast is available on iTunes! Be sure to subscribe, rate and review! Email:      […]