It's a Special Edition of Kanata's Castle! Becca and Devon have seen Star Wars: The Last Jedi and have permission to blow something up! In other words, this is their Initial Reactions to Rian Johnson's debut into that galaxy far, far away. Star Wars! So, as always, pull up a seat and grab an ice-cold glass of green milk and get ready for Initial Reactions and much, much more!
It's here! Yes, it's finally here! Star Wars: The Last Jedi has landed in theaters everywhere! Fans can't seem to consume it fast enough or get enough of it! That said, neither can Becca and Devon from Kanata's Castle. So, tune in and check out what they've got to say about it.
Current News:
- Star Wars: The Last Jedi is NOW in theaters!
Mentions:
- Follow our own Bala Tik sounding voice artist, Liam Howie @LunaticGrung
- Give a hospitalized child a Starlight Brave Gown — and a huge smile — TODAY
Kanata's Castle is back with a Potluck Episode! In other words, everything goes! So, in this episode, Becca, and Devon discuss how All Paths Come Together. From character connections to plot points, it's all part of the Pathways to The Last Jedi series. So, pull up a chair and join us for our Potluck show full of Star Wars pathways that may or may not connect to The Last Jedi.
Kanata's Castle Podcast presents the Pathways to The Last Jedi series.
It's a Potluck Show! Meaning, everything goes! Yes, characters, plot points, books, films, comics, gaming, and animated series. Every single aspect counts and Kanata's Castle is going to explore every avenue they can. After all, Star Wars is for everyone to explore and enjoy.
Current News:
- Mark Hamill appears on Ellen!
- More Star Wars: The Last Jedi TV Spots!
- Empire Magazine Covers.
- Rolling Stones covers The Last Jedi.
Mentions:
- Follow our own Bala Tik sounding voice artist, Liam Howie @LunaticGrung
- Give a hospitalized child a Starlight Brave Gown — and a huge smile — TODAY
Sources:
- Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
- Star Wars: The Force Awakens
- Star Wars: Battlefront II
- Star Wars: Inferno Squad
- Star Wars: Bloodline
Kanata's Castle is back with another installment of their Pathways to the Last Jedi series. In this episode, Becca and Devon discuss Obi-Wan Kenobi. The Negotiator. Ben. Yes, that crazy old hermit. So get comfy, it's going to be one heck of a journey. A journey into Kenobi's pathway to The Last Jedi.
Kanata's Castle Podcast presents the Pathways to The Last Jedi series.“It's something... elsewhere. Elusive.” Obi-Wan Kenobi. The Negotiator. Ben. A crazy old wizard. A hermit. And yet, he was so much more.
A friend, a father figure, a brother, a mentor, and most importantly, a guardian. A great protector from afar and still, he followed through until the end. Never giving up on the Force and trusting it fully that eventually, all will be set right.
Current News:
- Star Wars Battlefront II break down of the storyline and campaign.
- More Star Wars: The Last Jedi TV Spots!
- Rian Johnson to helm an all-new Star Wars Trilogy!
- Bob Iger announces a Star Wars Live Action Series coming to the Disney streaming site in 2019!
- Laura Dern speaks out about women in Star Wars in an interview on Elle.com.
Mentions:
- Follow our own Bala Tik sounding voice artist, Liam Howie @LunaticGrung
- Give a hospitalized child a Starlight Brave Gown — and a huge smile — TODAY
- Special thank you to Roqoo Depot for the kind words and gracious review.
Sources:
- Star Wars: A New Hope
- Star Wars: From A Certain Point of View novel
- Star Wars: The Phantom Menace
- Star Wars: Attack of the Clones
- Star Wars: The Clone Wars Series
- Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words:
Kanata's Castle continues their Pathway to The Last Jedi series with the famous foes from The Force Awakens, Finn and Phasma. Finn and Phasma were raised to do one thing, but how are they a pathway to The Last Jedi? Will their actions in The Last Jedi affect the outcome of the Resistance and the First Order? Listen and find out as Becca and Devon continue their journey to the last Jedi.
Kanta's Castle Podcast Presents, The Pathway to The Last Jedi series.
Finn and Phasma, both were raised to do one thing.
Finn or FN-2187 was trained from birth to serve the First Order as a Stormtrooper. To follow direct orders and never to ask questions. But, the moment he went from simulation drills to the Real Deal on Jakku, something inside him awoke. Humane conscience.
Phasma, like Finn, serves the First Order, but not from birth. But from a deep drive to do the one thing that makes her the ultimate Stormtrooper of the First Order, Survive! In her mind, a real Stormtrooper has no room for sentiment. A real Stormtrooper is the extension of the First Order and nothing less.
Finn and Phasma were raised to do one thing, but how are they a pathway to The Last Jedi? Will their actions in The Last Jedi affect the outcome of the Resistance and the First Order?
Current News:
- Adam Driver rocks-the-boat with his interview in GQ magazine.
- The Last Jedi TV spot featuring Luke Skywalker aboard the Millennium Falcon.
- Mark Hamill trolls us about the possibility of Luke crossing over to the dark side.
Mentions:
- Follow our own Bala Tik sounding voice artist, Liam Howie @LunaticGrung
- Give a hospitalized child a Starlight Brave Gown — and a huge smile — TODAY
- Shoutout to Neil Lowery who is always supportive and positive and eager to share and comment on our podcast.
- iTunes review from Melanie Marquita! Thank You!
- A Thank You Email from Chase, Cas Hollingsworth!
- "Both Sides Now" Written by Joni Mitchell and sung by Judy Collins
Sources:
- Star Wars: The Force Awakens
- Star Wars: The Force Awakens Visual Guide
- Star Wars Official Site: The Databanks
- Star Wars: The Last Jedi trailer
- Before the Awakening by Greg Rucka
- The Force Awakens Novelization
- Star Wars: Phasma by Delilah S. Dawson
- Phasma Comics
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Kanata's Castle welcomes 'Looking For Leia' creator and director, Annalise Ophelian! Becca and Devon do some housekeeping and open up the Castle to their very first guest. In this episode, they discuss the positive movement behind the 'Looking For Leia' campaign—from all generations, cultures, and all across-the-board.
'Looking For Leia' is a documentary film that explores the Star Wars Phenomenon from the perspective of women and girls who connect to the galaxy, far, far away. Creator and director, Annalise Ophelian, is on a film adventure, scouring the country for personal experiences from all generations of women, cultures, and all across-the-board. In other words, her campaign isn't just important to today's generation of Star Wars fans, but even more so inspiring to tomorrow's Leia.
Current News:
- Star Wars releases a 2 minute and 15 second video with Rian Johnson behind the scenes of Star Wars: The Last Jedi.
- Star Wars Rebels is back for their Final Season.
Mentions:
- Follow Annalise Ophelian and her film documentary 'Looking For Leia' here:
- Looking For Leia Homepage
- Facebook Page
- Twitter @LeiaFangirlFilm
- Get Involved! 'Looking For Leia'
- Watch the trailer here!
Kanata's Castle continues their 'Pathway to The Last Jedi' series and this time they turn to the dark side. Who is Supreme Leader Snoke? How does he know the Skywalkers? Well, join Becca and Devon on this next episode and find out. So grab your favorite beverage and get ready to fulfill your destiny!
Snoke, the man behind the curtain. The Hologram. Who is he? He's a mystery, an enigma. And he prides himself on being Kylo Ren's sculptor. Snoke is indeed powerful. So powerful in the dark side of the Force that he managed to seduce the heir to the Jedi, Ben Solo, now known as Kylo Ren into leaving his Jedi path behind and becoming his apprentice.
But why Ben, Leia's son? What is it that Snoke knows? And, how well does he know the Skywalker legacy? The Force is strong in their family, each of them has equal potential for good or evil. But how did he know this? Who was he before he took on the alias of Snoke? Is it even an alias?
Leia knew that Snoke could have a strong influence on her son, and so, it was her responsibility to keep Ben away from the darkness. Unfortunately, the shadow doused the light and Ben became Kylo Ren.
Kanata's Castle #18: Snoke: "Fulfill Your Destiny!"
Current News:
- Star Wars releases a 2 minute and 15 second video with Rian Johnson behind the scenes of Star Wars: The Last Jedi.
- Star Wars Rebels is back for their Final Season.
Mentions:
- Follow our own Bala Tik sounding voice artist, Liam Howie @LunaticGrung
- Give a hospitalized child a Starlight Brave Gown — and a huge smile — TODAY
- Shoutout to Neil Lowery who is always supportive and positive and eager to share and comment on our podcast.
- Crowdrise donation Mando name podcast listener Cas Hollingsworth gave a generous donation and she now has a Mando name and clan. Cas's Mandalorian name is: Chase of The Clan Holling
- Who Are You - The Who cover - Eddie 629 on YouTube at https://youtu.be/sWAmJq-2eMI
Sources:
- Star Wars: The Force Awakens
- Star Wars: The Force Awakens Visual Guide
- Star Wars Official Site: The Databanks
- Star Wars: The Last Jedi trailer
- The Aftermath Trilogy by Chuck Wendig
- Star Wars: Thrawn by Timothy Zahn
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words:
Welcome back to our regularly scheduled program of Kanata's Castle! In this episode, Becca and Devon continue on their 'Pathway to The Last Jedi' by discussing the one, and the only character responsible for this podcast. Maz Kanata!
Maz Kanata is more than a thousand years old. As wise as she is old, but don't judge her by her size. Her experience and knowledge make up for her pint-size crude matter. Said experience is what has helped her survive the underworld and as long as she has.
Throughout the generations, she has seen galactic powers rise and fall and felt the Force come and go in her continuous search to find the balance between the dark and the light side of the Force.
From her castle on Takodana, she has given more than her fair share in ways of opportunities to weary and even, the illicit travelers. She has also helped an old friend or two find their way, guiding them down the right path.
Yes, Maz Kanata will help lead us down the pathway to 'The Last Jedi.'
Current News:
- Star Wars Battlefront II Beta: exploring Maz's castle.
- The Official Theatrical Poster for Star Wars: The Last Jedi
- Brief chitchat on the Trailer
Mentions:
- Follow our own Bala Tik sounding voice artist, Liam Howie @LunaticGrung
- Give a hospitalized child a Starlight Brave Gown — and a huge smile — TODAY
- Shoutout to Daniel Thorpe!
Sources:
- Star Wars: The Force Awakens
- Star Wars: The Force Awakens Visual Guide
- Star Wars Official Site: The Databanks
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words:
What time is it? It's Special Edition time here at the castle! Yes, that's right, a New Star Wars: The Last Jedi Trailer was released, and Becca and Devon are here to talk about it. So, as always, pull up a seat and grab an ice-cold glass of blue milk and get ready for Initial Reactions and much, much more!
Here, at Kanata's Castle, Becca and Devon do their best to stay on target. That said, A New Star Wars Trailer has just dropped! So, yeah, your hosts need to put the 'Pathway to The Last Jedi' series on hold and get down to business. Jedi Business. No worries, Kanata's Castle will pick up where they left off next week. Until then, enjoy their Initial Reactions to Porgs. Ok, Rey and Luke, and much, much more.
Kanata's Castle Presents - Special Edition: Star Wars 'The Last Jedi' Trailer RAW!
Current News:
- Star Wars official Twitter releases an eleven-second teaser
- Good Morning America releases a different teaser
Mentions:
- Follow our own Bala Tik sounding voice artist, Liam Howie @LunaticGrung
- Give a hospitalized child a Starlight Brave Gown — and a huge smile — TODAY
- Outro music by Gordon Lightfoot "If you could read my mind"
Sources:
- Star Wars the official site and Twitter
- Good Morning America
- MNF ESPN Disney
Kanata's Castle continues their "Pathway to The Last Jedi" with Padmé Amidala: 'The Paths we Choose Pave our Destiny." In this episode, Becca, and Devon pick up where they left off, the Skywalker family. Only this time, it's all about origins. A bloodline of courage, selflessness, and hope. Padmé Amidala.
Sometimes, love isn't enough.
Anakin and Padmé were star-crossed lovers. Doomed from the start. And yet, their love created something that the galaxy needed. It's ironic. The galaxy that made their love impossible to be out in the open needed their love more than they knew.
Hope.
The Force chose Anakin, but it also chose Padmé.
The Force knows courage, selflessness and it knows hope.
And Padmé's most endearing act was giving her life for her children's safety.
Padmé Amidala Skywalker.
A symbol of Hope.
A Force of Destiny that will lead us on the 'Pathway to the Last Jedi.'
Kanata's Castle #16: Padmé Amidala: 'The Paths we Choose Pave our Destiny'
Current News:
- New 'Poe' comic will feature Lor San Tekka and General Organa
- Ron Howard tweeting pictures from the Untitled Han Solo film. Was that Kessel?
- Rian Johnson confirms "The Last Jedi" is ALL done.
Mentions:
- Follow our own Bala Tik sounding voice artist, Liam Howie @LunaticGrung
- Give a hospitalized child a Starlight Brave Gown — and a huge smile — TODAY
- Outro music by Gordon Lightfoot "If you could read my mind"
Sources:
- The Prequel Trilogy Facebook and Twitter page
- Concept and storyboard idea of Padmé Amidala by Ian McCaig
- Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith novelization
- The prequel trilogy
- Deleted scenes from Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith
- Twilight Saga for parallels and similarities
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words:
Kanata's Castle is back with another edition to their 'Pathway to The Last Jedi' series! In this episode, Becca and Devon explore the connections between Luke and Leia in: 'Twin Telepathy: A true-joining through the Force!'
Throughout the generations, the Skywalker name has become iconic and legendary. Besides Darth Vader, the former Jedi Knight known as Anakin Skywalker, Luke and Leia have become household names. Whether you're a Star Wars fan or not, you know who they are. You know the name Skywalker and of the iconic twins that carry on that name. Iconic, legendary, and yet, mythical. The Skywalker twins are the best parts of something that went wrong. But when together, they make the wrong right again. After all, Master Yoda once said:
"Hidden, safe, the children must be kept. Foundation of the new Jedi Order, they will be. When right is the time for skills to be taught, to us the living Force will bring them. Until then, wait we will, and watch, and learn."
Kanata's Castle #15: 'Twin Telepathy: A True-Joining through the Force!'
Current News:
- Trevorrow is out! J.J. Abrams is in for Star Wars Episode IX!
- According to E.W. interview with Rian Johnson, Luke is 'The Last Jedi'
- 'The Last Jedi' novelization is set to release in March of 2018
Mentions:
- Follow our own Bala Tik sounding voice artist, Liam Howie @LunaticGrung
- Give a hospitalized child a Starlight Brave Gown — and a huge smile — TODAY
- Outro music by Project Dirty - Skywalker https://itunes.apple.com/us/album/sky... Projectdirty.com twitter.com/projectdirty
Sources:
- All 7 of the episodic Star Wars films
- Star Wars Super Graphic by Tim Leong
- The Force Awakens Visual Dictionary
- Leia: Princess of Alderaan by Claudia Gray and Disney Books
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words:
In today's episode of Kanata's Castle, Becca and Devon continue their 'Pathway to The Last Jedi' by discussing the infamous Kylo Ren. Is he the rightful heir? Does the Skywalker lightsaber belong to him? Is he just simply misunderstood? Well, sit back with an ice-cold glass of blue milk and find out!
Throughout each trilogy, we see the same family undergo the inevitable cost of changes and choice. In each trilogy, it is someone new, but yet the name remains the same. Skywalker.
Change, choice, and cost seem to follow them throughout the generations. So much so, that the "cost" is theirs to bear. It's like the shadow that sticks to the soles of your shoe. It's an extension of who they are. After all, Luke once told Leia, "We all have that. The brightest light casts the darkest shadow."
Kanata's Castle #14: Kylo Ren: The Rightful Heir and Legacy of the Lightsaber
Current News:
- Maz Kanata's role in 'The Last Jedi'
- Force Friday II
- Force Friday Sweepstakes by the official Star Wars site
- 'Bring your Rey Game' Target commercial
- Yahoo Movies releases New Exclusive Image of Rey from 'The Last Jedi'
Mentions:
- Follow our own Bala Tik sounding voice artist, Liam Howie @LunaticGrung
- Give a hospitalized child a Starlight Brave Gown — and a huge smile — TODAY
Sources:
- EW
- Star Wars: The Force Awakens
- Star Wars: The Force Awakens novelization
- Chuck Wendig's Aftermath Series
- Claudia Gray's Bloodline novel
- King Arthur mythology
- King Arthur: The Legacy of the Sword
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words:
Welcome back to Kanata's Castle! The hiatus is over! Becca and Devon are back to chat about everything Star Wars. And boy, do they have something special prepared for all of you. Episode 13 is the prelude to their Pathway to Star Wars: The Last Jedi series! So, sit back with an ice-cold glass of blue milk and enjoy the journey.
In Star Wars, characters come and go. But some, some leave a lasting impression on us. And those few are the ones that not only enhance the characters around them but the story as well. Characters like Ahsoka Tano, the padawan that lived.
Who she is and what she believes and then add that with her unorthodox training by her former master, Anakin Skywalker, makes her into one powerful Force user. And though she is no Jedi, the Force flows through her. Powerful. Spiritually pure, matching the white beams of light that illuminate her lightsabers. Brave and compassionate and a Force to be reckoned with, Ahsoka Tano has inspired us all.
Kanata's Castle #13: 'Pathway to The Last Jedi' Ahsoka Tano: The Padawan that Lived
Current News:
- EW reveals intel surrounding backstory and history pertaining to Star Wars: The Last Jedi
- EW reveals new images to Star Wars: The Last Jedi
- Mark Hamill is honored by San Diego with a street named after him
- Ron Howard dropping twitter bombs of awesomeness regarding the untitled Han Solo film
- Porgs, porgs, porgs, and yes, more porgs.
Mentions:
- Thanks to Mike Rondeau for the iTunes review!
- Follow our own Bala Tik sounding voice artist, Liam Howie @LunaticGrung
- Give a hospitalized child a Starlight Brave Gown — and a huge smile — TODAY
Sources:
- EW
- Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated series
- Star Wars: The Clone Wars movie (2008)
- Star Wars Rebels animated series
- Star Wars: Ahsoka novel
- Star Wars Marvel comic series: Vader: Origins of the Lightsaber
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words:
What time is it? Time for another entertaining episode of Kanata's Castle! Yes, that's right, Becca and Devon are back, and they're ready to talk Star Wars. So, grab some blue milk and hold on to your butts! It's time for Leia and Poe to go head-to-toe. Uh huh, you heard that right. Will there be a "Huttslayer Smackdown" in Star Wars: The Last Jedi? Listen now and find out!
Vanity Fair covered a lot of photo shoots and stories regarding the upcoming Star Wars film, The Last Jedi. One, in particular, really caught our attention. General Leia, the former Huttslayer is going to give Poe, the pilot, a royal smackdown.
Kanata's Castle #12: Leia and Poe: Huttslayer to Smackdown?
Current News:
- Forces of Destiny
- New leaked photos from the untitled Han Solo film via MakingStarWars.net
- Star Wars is for everyone!
Mentions:
- Follow our own Bala Tik sounding voice artist, Liam Howie @LunaticGrung
- Give a hospitalized child a Starlight Brave Gown — and a huge smile — TODAY
Sources:
- Vanity Fair
- Poe Dameron comic series via Marvel
- 'Before the Awakening' YA novel by Greg Rucka
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words:
Welcome to a special edition of Kanata's Castle! Becca and Devon put aside the mom duties to go over their initial reactions to the 'Behind the Scenes' Reel of Star Wars: The Last Jedi. So, sit back and enjoy their enthusiasm for this sizzle reel.
From action packed scenes to fantastic imagery, Becca and Devon discuss it all. They even take the time to go over the new Teaser Poster Reveals too! It's Star Wars, Star Wars, and yes, even more, Star Wars.
Kanata's Castle: 'Special Edition!' Initial Reactions to 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' Behind the Scenes Reel!
Current News:
- D23 Expo: 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi' behind the scenes reel
- D23 Expo: Teaser Poster Reveal for 'Star Wars: The Last Jedi'
Mentions:
- Follow our own Bala Tik sounding voice artist, Liam Howie @LunaticGrung
Welcome back to Kanata's Castle! Becca and Devon are back in the 'swing of things' as they sit down and discuss, the mythology of the lightsaber. So, sit back and listen to the call of the living crystal. The Kyber.
We know that both, the Jedi and the Sith have shared the same weapon for years. The lightsaber. It is an elegant weapon, powered by a living crystal. The Kyber. Like the Jedi and the Sith, the lightsaber has a mythology all its own.
Kanata's Castle #11: The Call of the Kyber: Lightsaber Mythology
Current News:
- We are partnering with Starlight Foundation and our Crowdrise Fundraiser information
- https://www.crowdrise.com/kanatas-castle-cares
- untitled Han Solo film directors and Lucasfilm part ways due to creative differences and Ron Howard takes on the director's role
- LFL unhappy with Alden's performance?
- Star Wars.com releases a Father’s Day video and fans on Twitter are questioning: why no Mother’s day video?
- Twitter was all atwitter yesterday. Lucasfilm fired the directors of the Han Solo solo film.
- https://www.instagram.com/p/BVkb5K7gnbX/
Mentions:
- A Huge shoutout and thank you to all of those that have pledged to our Starlight/Crowdrise campaign! Enjoy your Mando names and clan.
- "Looking for Leia" by Dr. Annalise Ophelian @LeiaFangirlFilm. A documentary about Star Wars fangirls.
- Pablo Hidalgo
- Huge thanks to Mike MacDonald @MikeTarkin for our intro clip for "A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words"
- Follow our own Bala Tik sounding voice artist, Liam Howie @LunaticGrung
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words:
It's a moment of a Zen here at Kanata's Castle as Becca and Devon are back with Episode Ten! Giving it their all as they tackle one of the most controversial topics since "Twin Suns" debuted on Star Wars Rebels; the prophecy of "The Chosen One."
"The Chosen One" is the one chosen by a higher power to save us all. A Hero: the one that must undergo a series of risks, forced into unfavourable choices, and faced with enormous stakes.
As a child, he made a choice to leave the only family and life he had ever known because he was simply too afraid to stay a slave in the only life he ever knew. Every choice has its price, a cost. Loss. Perhaps the Force understood this. After all, the Force chose him to choose. Well, from a certain point of view, of course.
Kanata's Castle #10: Anakin Skywalker: "The Chosen One?"
Current News:
- We are partnering with Starlight Foundation and our Crowdrise Fundraiser information
- https://www.crowdrise.com/kanatas-castle-cares
- Star Wars Battlefront II Gameplay trailer and Live gameplay presentation on EA!
- The untitled Han Solo movie adds new actress to their roster: Thandie Newton from HBO's Westworld.
- Marvel's Vader Comic issue #1 of the origins of Vader's Lightsaber
- Steve Sansweet reports "Rancho Obi-Wan" has been a victim of theft!
- Jedi-Bibliothek and Prequel Trilogy Page by Andy Peachy share intel on the upcoming book: Star Wars: On the Front Lines
Mentions:
- A Huge shoutout and thank you to all of those that have pledged to our Starlight/Crowdrise campaign! Enjoy your Mando names and clan.
- Audio from a Star Wars fan made Video by Heroes Fan Productions: "The Chosen One" via YouTube is included in this podcast episode. We highly recommend it.
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words:
Mentions:
- Follow our own Bala Tik sounding voice artist, Liam Howie @LunaticGrung
Becca and Devon are back, and this time they're going to be discussing the "other Skywalker." Yes, search your feelings. You know it to be true. So, sit back and enjoy the discussion on our beloved Princess, now General of the Resistance, Leia Organa.
In "The Empire Strikes Back," Yoda says to Kenobi, “No. There is another.” This brief moment has always resonated because it shows that all along, Yoda has always had a "B Plan" in place in case Luke followed in Daddy's footsteps. There is another Skywalker. Leia.
Remember, according to Yoda, Luke was reckless. Always daydreaming; looking away to the future and never had his mind on what he was doing or where he was. So, I wonder, was Yoda watching Leia all this time too? Watching her become a strong leader. Smart with the ability to strategize and make tough choices during a crisis.
Thinking of the tie-in with "Rogue One" to "A New Hope," Leia succeeded in bringing Hope (the Death Star plans to the Alliance). Perhaps Yoda was thinking: Leia should've been Plan A? Or, was he saving the best for last?
Kanata's Castle #9: Leia Organa: "There Is Another Skywalker"
Current News:
- We are partnering with Starlight Foundation and our Crowdrise Fundraiser information
- https://www.crowdrise.com/kanatas-castle-cares
- The New Vanity Fair Covers - The Last Jedi
- The untitled Han Solo movie - photos revealed
- The passing of Margaret Towner, Jira, from The Phantom Menace
- Comics - Poe - tribute to Carrie Fisher. Dr. Aphra & Luke crossover comic.
Mentions:
- Follow our own Bala Tik sounding voice artist, Liam Howie @LunaticGrunge
- Connor meets #LAUNCHguy and gets Red5Mom his autograph.
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words:
What has Star Wars taught me? That's a loaded question. Perhaps, the better question is: what hasn't Star Wars taught me?
Teacher's Appreciation Month is an invitation for everyone to tell a story about a teacher or mentor in their lives who helped the Force awaken within them. We encourage everyone to participate in whatever way you wish. Have you learned something from someone that has impacted your life? Take some time this week to share your gratitude and show your appreciation for their inspiration. #TeachMeYouDid
Kanata's Castle #8: Teach Me You Did: Life Lessons From Star Wars
Current News:
- We are partnering with Starlight Foundation and our Crowdrise Fundraiser information
- https://www.crowdrise.com/kanatas-castle-cares
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words:
Mentions:
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- iTunes Review from Ra3457 - I love Maz Kanata, and I love these ladies’ same type of wise and nuanced discussion in their podcast. Highly recommended.
- A fellow fan and podcast listener broke the ice on or fundraiser. Shout out and huge thank you to Neil Lowery for giving generously.
- Bryan Young and Full of Sith #TeachMeYouDid
- Follow our own Bala Tik sounding voice artist, Liam Howie @LunaticGrunge
As the sun sets, there is something so captivating it's almost theatrical. Symbolically, this splashy array of vibrant coloration displays a state of vulnerability. It’s a moment of significant contrast between light and darkness, between consciousness and unconsciousness; the hour of Twilight…
Whether it be a sunset or a sunrise, it is a moment of transition. A personal reflection...
Kanata's Castle #7: Star Wars Sunsets: Transition and Reflection
Current News:
- Star Wars Land Panel from SWCO
- MakingStarWars.net and Luke's necklace in "The Last Jedi"
Sources:
- Star Wars Celebration Orlando
- MakingStarWars.net
- Star Wars: A New Hope
- Star Wars: Empire Strikes Back
- Star Wars: Return of the Jedi
- Star Wars: The Phantom Menace
- Star Wars: Attack of the Clones
- Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith
- Star Wars: The Force Awakens
- The Clone Wars
- Rebels
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words:
Mentions:
- Follow our own Bala Tik sounding voice artist, Liam Howie @LunaticGrunge
- Star Wars Land
- Disney Parks Imagineers and Lucasfilm Collaborate on Star Wars-Themed Lands
- Roqoo Depot
- Making Star Wars.net
A long time ago in a swampy land not so far, far away …
Fans came from far and near to enjoy a little something called:
Star Wars Celebration Orlando!
And yes, Red5Mom and Becca Benjamin were among those 70,000 diehard fans that braved those massive lines. Yes, lines. Endless and endless lines, but they survived! So, gather around your device of choice and tune in to hear their thoughts on everything Star Wars!
Kanata's Castle #6: Star Wars Celebration: The Aftermath
Current News:
- Rian Johnson on singular vs. plural regarding "The Last Jedi Trailer"
- Battle Front Trailer
- Star Wars Rebels Season 4 Trailer
- Star Wars: The Last Jedi Trailer
Sources:
- Star Wars Celebration Orlando
- Jedi News at JediNews.com
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words:
Mentions:
- Follow our own Bala Tik sounding voice artist, Liam Howie @LunaticGrunge
- Vanessa Marshall
- Mark Hamill
- Ian McDiarmid
- Hayden Christensen
Welcome back to Kanata’s Castle! The podcast that’s rated “E” for everyone! Becca and Devon (Red5Mom) are back to tackle the most talked about topic since The Force Awakens: Rey and where does she come from? From plausible origins and character associations, the possibilities seem almost endless. Who is she? And why was she on Jakku? Tune in and find out on episode “Five,” Rey Strikes Back!
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far away…
A lonely scavenger, “She calls herself, Rey”
A lost little droid, and an adventure of a lifetime…
A desolate world of sand and ruin, Jakku is the perfect place to hide. The sandy dunes are home to a starship graveyard and to many scavengers, who make a meager living by salvaging the craft burial grounds, but one particular scavenger has a story to tell -- a story that has yet to begin…
So you see, the podcast you seek is not behind you -- it is ahead!
Kanata's Castle is pleased to present, Episode V: Rey Strikes Back!
Kanata's Castle #4: Star Wars Moms: "From a Certain Point of View"
Current News:
- Rogue One: Alternate Endings via Entertainment Weekly
- An alternate Vader scene that was cut from the film via Entertainment Weekly
- The REASON why Rogue One (Blu-ray) has not been available to preorder via Amazon
- Star Wars Rebels “Twin Suns” the final showdown between Maul and Kenobi/Rebels Recon
- Star Wars Rebels Season Finale: Zero Hour (Parts 1 & 2)
- Rogue One Digital HD version & Special Features
- Scarif was influenced by coffee?
- Luke's first words via Disney Screening of The Last Jedi trailer
Sources:
- Star Wars: The Force Awakens
- Rey's Story: The Force Awakens by Elizabeth Schaefer
- Before the Awakening by Greg Rucka
- The Force Awakens novel adaptation
- Rey's Journal
A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words:
It's episode "Four" and we're back for more! That's right, Becca and Devon are ready to do what they do best. Talk about Star Wars! In this episode, they discuss "Moms in Star Wars." Well, from a certain point of view.
Since the beginning, Star Wars has always been about family. We've watched a young Luke grow from the guidance of his Aunt Beru and Uncle Owen, and face the trials, and tribulations from his biological father's troubled past. We've followed his Hero's Journey. And we were with him when he accepted his father's path towards the dark side as his own and did the unexpected by bringing his father, Anakin Skywalker, back to the light side of the Force.
Luke, Anakin, and many other Star Wars characters have had a family influence during their life's journey. It is those relationships and influences that will be our main topic for today. After all, a mother's love is a powerful gift, from a certain point of view.
Current News:
- IGN reports a new Vader comic series on the origins of his Lightsaber
- SWCO News: #LeiaDay
- badge artwork (Rey 4-day, Luke Jedi Master)
- Michael Kenneth Williams joins the cast for the Han Solo film
- Timothy Zahn’s “Thrawn” reveals that Thrawn knew Anakin Skywalker and knows the true identity of Darth Vader.
- Star Wars Rebels: Maul’s Revenge previews
- Star Wars Rebels: Double Agent Droid
- Rian Johnson’s tweet: Last and Final meanings pertaining to “The Last Jedi”
- Furious Fanboys: How Frank Oz feels George Lucas’s version of VII would've differed from JJ’s.
Sources:
- Star Wars: The Phantom Menace
- Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith
- Catalyst: A Rogue One Novel
- Star Wars Rebels
- Rogue One: A Star Wars Story
- Star Wars: A New Hope
- The Aftermath trilogy by Chuck Wendig
- Star Wars: Bloodline by Claudia Gray
- Star Wars: The Force Awakens
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They say, “third time’s a charm,” right? Well, let’s hope that’s true because Becca and Devon are back for their third episode, and this time, it’s all about those meddling Skywalkers and that “Hokey Religion.” The Force.
The Force, per Obi-Wan, is “an energy field created by all living things. It surrounds us, penetrates us, and binds the galaxy together."
According to Star Wars lore and history, the Force was a mystical energy field that connected all living things in the galaxy. The power of the Force or the belief in it i.e. “Church of the Force” could be practiced by anyone who was sensitive to it or at the very least, open to it. It's a power that was tapped through the midi-chlorians, which according to Qui-Gon resided in all living things. The Force had many aliases or factions. For example, the Lasats, called it the Ashla, and described it as "the spirit of the galaxy.” The Force is said to be a concept that existed for well over 25,000 years via Wikipedia.
Now, all that said, how does this apply to the Skywalker family?
Current News:
- The untitled Han Solo movie started filming February 20th
- Rogue One is coming home starting March 24th with Digital HD and DVD on April
- Rey’s new hairdo
- Andi from “The Star Wars Show” has hinted at something “big” happening at the 40th celebration panel in SWCO. Is it George?
- JJ Abrams says Mark Hamill will receive an Oscar for his Luke performance in “The Last Jedi.”
- Star Wars Celebration Orlando chatter
Sources:
- The Force Awakens
- Revenge of the Sith novelization by Matthew Stover
- Empire's End by Chuck Wendig
- Bloodline novel by Claudia Gray
- ―Yoda, from the Great Holocron Jedi vs. Sith: The Essential Guide to the Force (Legends)
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- Mark Hamill
- Timothy Zahn - author of Thrawn
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In light of Valentine's Day, Becca & Devon (Red5Mom) have decided to have a heart-to-heart chat on the romantic aspects of Star Wars. Starting with the bantering romance between the smug scoundrel and the prim princess of the original trilogy, to the doomed-from-the-start love affair between the bad boy Jedi and the “absolute-angel” from the prequels. And, well, everything in between…
After all, “Tis better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all.” Alfred Lord Tennyson
- News Recap: Star Wars Rebels: video clip from “The Legacy of Mandalore.” Bob Iger’s statement on “The Skywalker Saga.” Reddit Fan Theory on Benecio Del Torro’s character and More!
- Listener Feedback & Poll Participation: Results are in! Character Couples, who won?
- Our TOP 5 Space Married or Star Wars Couples: We name our favorite couples of the Star Wars universe and we discuss yours too.
- A picture is worth a thousand words: in this episode we feature a photo of the late Carrie Fisher on set of A New Hope listening intently and hanging on every word from her costar, Harrison Ford. We discuss the relevance of the dialogue spoken in “Indiana Jones” between Indy & Marion, and how that may have imitated Real Life.
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Can't Help Falling in Love by Elvis Presley (Haley Reinhart Cover)
Welcome to Kanata's Castle! The podcast that's rated “E” for everyone. Becca Benjamin and Devon Meyers a.k.a. Red5Mom, make their debut on the Retrozap.com Podcast Network with a fun, and entertainingly engaging atmosphere. After all, it's a cantina. So grab an ice cold glass of blue milk and enjoy the show! It's all about Luke Skywalker: I thought he was a myth?
- The recent Star Wars news: “Red Cup” the Han Solo standalone film, Rian Johnson on Episode VIII and The Last Jedi, the latest novels coming from Del Rey and Disney Books, Star Wars Celebration, and Drowning in Moonlight Gala
- Luke Skywalker: Who is he now? We discuss Luke Skywalker from start to finish, from A New Hope - into the canonical novels and comics - with a touch of lore from Star Wars Rebels and into The Force Awakens.
- We introduce “a picture is worth a thousand words” with the ending scene from Episode VII featuring a pained Luke Skywalker.
- Special thank you to Liam @LunaticGrunge for lending his voice as Bala-Tik in our opening introduction and to Joey Raphael for his artistic talents that contributed to our logo of Maz Kanata. He can be found/contacted at Sensibleworld.com and on Twitter @sensibleworld
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