Scavenger's Hoard: A Star Wars Podcast

After briefly discussing some casting news for The Mandalorian (Pedro Pascal is made of win) and the episode 'Synara's Score' of Star Wars: Resistance, Rachael and Kirsty delve into an extensive, beat-by-beat appreciation of the Star Wars Holiday Special. Highlights: - Utter disgust at Itchy's mere existence - Calls for female empowerment among Wookies - Confusion over who every non-SW actor is - Appreciation for that one Imperial officer who really likes Jefferson Starship - Serious respect for Ackmena, the hero the Holiday Special needed - An outline of a new Holiday Special for the 21st century, largely focused on the Caretaker society and their interactions with some despairing porgs (though also including miserable cameos from the main cast members). (Special tip - it's worth listening to the end.)

In this episode, Rachael and Kirsty discuss the following news: - Spin-off series following Cassian Andor announced - Diego Luna to star - Adam Driver teases Episode IX in new interview with Vulture magazine - Richard E. Grant discusses joining Episode IX on the Happy, Sad, Confused podcast. Following the news discussion, we discuss the three latest episodes of Star Wars: Resistance: The High Tower, The Children from Tehar and Signal from Sector Six. As a spotlight, we have a special guest - Christy, a professional composer, joins us from 1 hour 13 minutes in to discuss her recent visit to the Skywalker Ranch, as well as some of the newest composers to work for Lucasfilm and what they are bringing to the galaxy far, far away.

In this episode of Scavenger's Hoard, Rachael and Kirsty discuss the latest episodes of Star Wars Resistance and synopses of the episodes to come. We also go into an in-depth review/discussion of Claudia Gray's novel "Lost Stars".

In this episode of Scavenger's Hoard, Rachael and Kirsty discuss the following: - Oscar Isaac comments on the vibe of the Episode IX set - Chuck Wendig fired from Marvel, removed from upcoming Star Wars projects - Taika Waititi and Bryce Dallas Howard rumored to be acting in The Mandalorian, as well as directing episodes - Jon Favreau teases props from 'The Mandalorian' on Instagram. This is followed by an extended discussion of the opening double-bill of the new animated series 'Resistance'. Rounding out the show is some light spoiler talk covering set photos from Episode IX to emerge from Jordan.

In this episode, Rachael and Kirsty discuss the following: - The first details of new TV series 'The Mandalorian', including information on the directors and the premise - Dominic Monaghan discusses Episode 9 on the Distraction Pieces podcast - Adam Driver cancels appearance at Cambridge Student Union for IX filming prep - All the latest Star Wars publishing news from NYCC - The build-up to the airing of the new animated series Star Wars: Resistance.

In this episode, Rachael and Kirsty discuss the following: - Kathleen Kennedy's stint at Lucasfilm is extended for another three years - Adam Driver is masterful on SNL - Bob Iger comments on the upcoming Star Wars slowdown - Poe Dameron comic ends on an intriguing note - The latest on the new Star Wars TV show from Jon Favreau. We follow up this news section with an extended discussion of 'Solo' - we revisit the film, and also discuss the special features found on the new digital and blu-ray home releases.

For this episode of the podcast, Rachael and Kirsty are joined by special guest Swara of the Beltway Bathas podcast! We start out with a brief news section, where we cover: - The latest on Star Wars: Resistance - The release of Solo: A Star Wars Story on home media Following this, we dive into an extensive (but still too short!) discussion of the politics of Star Wars, looking at the topic from in-universe and real-world perspectives. If you liked what you heard, you can find more from Swara and his podcast here: https://www.retrozap.com/beltway-banthas/

In this episode of Scavenger's Hoard, Kirsty and Rachael discuss the following: - The new EW coverage of Star Wars: Resistance - Matt Smith and Dominic Monaghan join the cast of IX - New female role for IX rumored by ‘That Hashtag Show’ - Oscar Isaac comments on the state of the Resistance in IX - Kathleen Kennedy and Frank Marshall awarded Irving G. Thalberg Memorial Award - TLJ is currently the best-selling blu-ray of 2018. We then follow this with a brief discussion of some spoiler-y IX set photos that emerged back in August, dabbling in some speculation accordingly.

In this episode, Rachael and Kirsty discuss the following: - A certain character who Richard E. Grant will not be playing - The first trailer for the new animated series 'Resistance' - The powerful statement Kelly Marie Tran issued to the New York Times. Following the news segment, we delve into an in-depth discussion of the making-of documentary exploring the production of The Last Jedi: The Director and the Jedi. We discuss the main themes covered in the documentary, as well as our favourite moments and BTS insights. Read Kelly Marie/Loan Tran's NY Times piece here: https://www.nytimes.com/2018/08/21/movies/kelly-marie-tran.html

In this episode, Rachael and Kirsty cover the following: - J.J. Abrams tweets a photo from the set on the first day of Episode IX filming - Episode IX will use footage of Leia from The Last Jedi - The Episode IX cast descend on London - John Boyega welcomes new cast member Naomi Ackie - E.K. Johnston gives an interview on her new Padme novel We follow up the news discussion with a selection of fun listener questions!

Rachael and Kirsty react to the brand-new Episode IX casting news! We hope you share in our excitement! (n.b. this podcast was recorded before Keri Russell was formally confirmed as joining the cast.)

In this episode of Scavenger's Hoard, Rachael and Kirsty discuss the following: - The Clone Wars returns! - A new Padme novel is announced - The new Claudia Gray book will focus on Qui-Gon and Obi-Wan - Other publishing news to come out of SDCC The brief news section is then followed by a Q&A section where we take questions from Twitter and Tumblr. Send any questions for the podcast to scavengershoard@gmail.com - if your question strikes our fancy, we may discuss it in the next show!

In this episode, Rachael and Kirsty cover the following: - Keri Russell is in talks to join the cast of Episode IX - Billy Dee Williams to return as Lando - The exciting line-up of Star Wars panels ahead at SDCC - First look at new animated show Star Wars: Resistance revealed We then follow the news with a series of listener questions (spoiler alert: much hilarity ensues as we discuss the animal population of SW). Send any questions you might have for us to scavengershoard@gmail.com!

In this episode of Scavenger's Hoard, Kirsty and Rachael discuss the following: - Star Wars wins big at the Saturn Awards - The Poe Dameron comic touches upon Rey's exploration of the Jedi texts - Mark Hamill reflects on the direction that The Last Jedi took Luke in - Preview of "Jedi the Last" by Ian Doescher (w/ musical accompaniment) The brief news section is then followed by a lengthy discussion of the theme of corruption in Star Wars, from Anakin's fall in the prequels to the mysteries of Ben Solo's seduction prior to the events of the sequel trilogy. We'd love your feedback on this topic, so please do email us at scavengershoard@gmail.com

In this episode of Scavenger's Hoard, Kirsty and Rachael discuss the following: - The latest rumours on the future of the Star Wars spin-off movies. - A rumour concerning the potential return of an old fan favourite for Episode IX. - George Lucas's unrealised concept for the sequel trilogy, - The crazily swift sell-outs for Celebration 2019. - The 'Solo' tie-in novel "Most Wanted". - A listener question concerning the nature of the Force bond.