THE ACOLYTE: Season Finale Special

Archeologist David West Reynolds discovered the remote Tatooine shooting locations long after records were lost, taking him on his own "Hero's Journey" from Tunisia to Skywalker Ranch and working with George Lucas. David joins us In The Cantina to discuss his history with STAR WARS including his creation of the original lightsaber crystal concept, and his new Indiana Jones project "Chasing Raiders". And, of course, David brings his STAR WARS expertise to "The Yoda Questionnaire". Plus, writer Stephen Knight departs Daisy Ridley's "New Jedi Order" film and we react to comments from Jude Law about the upcoming streaming show SKELETON CREW. 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  

Diana Lee Inosanto’s Morgan Elsbeth was introduced to STAR WARS fans facing off against Ahsoka Tano during season two of THE MANDALORIAN, with her story continuing in AHSOKA. In this awesome episode of RFR, Diana Lee joins us “In The Cantina” to talk about her incredible journey from martial artist to STAR WARS superstar. Plus, we spend a little bit of time discussing her “Uncle Bruce”, the legendary Bruce Lee. This edition of “In The Cantina” with Diana Lee is an instant classic! We have an update for the upcoming SKELETON CREW with news about an interesting character from the past appearing in the upcoming show. Plus, audio highlights from interviews featuring Diego Luna talking about ANDOR season two, Carrie-Anne Moss on the cancellation of THE ACOLYTE, Samuel L. Jackson with a Mace Windu “update”, and even comments about STAR WARS from Al Pacino! 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  

We get into the economics of STAR WARS as new information has been revealed about the record-breaking budgets of the films and streaming series. The numbers are colossal.  We review “Star Wars: The Battle of Jakku: Insurgency Rising”, a new series from Marvel Comics. Star Wars in Pop Culture returns featuring Eric Idle, John Boyega, Jimmy Fallon with Harrison Ford and more. Plus, we have discussions about the “Balance of The Force”, The Mortis Trilogy, and the infamous “High Ground” scene from Revenge of The Sith. 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  

We get caught up with Paul Bateman In The Cantina to ask the question: Is Disney Bad at Star Wars? Rancho Obi-Wan’s future was revealed and we have the details. Plus, highlights of Ewan McGregor’s L.A. Comic Con panel featuring his comments about a possible OBI-WAN KENOBI season two, discussion about the AHSOKA series 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

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  

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  

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  

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  

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  

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.