25.9 Wicked: For Good

After catching up on adventures at Disney Parks, Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski dive into some news regarding Star Wars Starfighter and The Mandalorian and Grogu. Our main discussion explores Wicked: For Good, including the music and storytelling choices. Related Shawn Levy speaks to Vanity Fair about Star Wars: Starfighter The Mandalorian and Grogu Trailer Fangirls Going Rogue on Wicked Part 1 Skywalking Through Neverland's The Force Awakens at 10 episode Skywalking Through Neverland's Wicked For Good episode Hyperspace Theories Wicked For Good episode Hyperspace Theories: One Year Later discussing ANDOR's Season 2 Episodes 1 – 3 Hyperspace Theories: Bad Luck Ghorman discussion of propaganda and oppression in ANDOR Season 2 Hyperspace Theories: Point of View in Storytelling as utilized in ANDOR Season 2 Hyperspace Theories: K-Pop Demon Hunters: an exploration of evolving myth and the movie's parallels to themes in Star Wars Social Media UPDATED Fangirls Going Rogue Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

In a Star Wars book-centric episode, Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski are inspired by the re-release of The Revenge of the Sith novelization to explore how the Expanded Universe shaped their fandom. We're really excited that the books are finally tackling the romance genre with Ashley Poston's Eyes Like Stars! Plus Leia and Rey's relationship as mentor to apprentice will be explored in Star Wars: Legacy, announced at New York Comic-Con. In news: Prequel Trilogy actresses Keira Knightly and Rose Byrne hint they would be down for more Star Wars in their future. Amy Adams joins Star Wars: Starfighter (in production). GamesRadar reports Bryce Dallas Howard would like to do more Star Wars, now that she's directed more episodes than anyone else. The Bear's Jeremy Allen White discusses his role in The Mandalorian and Grogu with Good Morning America. Listen to our episode on the FIVE WOMEN OF ANDOR here. Related Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 Trailer The Mandalorian and Grogu Trailer NYCC Star Wars Books Announcement at Star Wars.com Lucas Museum of Narrative Art Full SDCC Panel from Skywalking Through Neverland Barbara Hambly Interview from Skywalking Through Neverland Dark Universe and Halloween Horror Nights episode from Skywalking Through Neverland Hyperspace Theories: One Year Later discussing ANDOR's Season 2 Episodes 1 – 3 Hyperspace Theories: Bad Luck Ghorman discussion of propaganda and oppression in ANDOR Season 2 Hyperspace Theories: Point of View in Storytelling as utilized in ANDOR Season 2 Hyperspace Theories: K-Pop Demon Hunters: an exploration of evolving myth and the movie's parallels to themes in Star Wars Social Media UPDATED Fangirls Going Rogue Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

On the heels of San Diego Comic-Con, host Sarah Woloski shares her favorite convention moments from hosting the Star Wars Trivia panel to the Star Trek panel in Hall H. Tricia Barr gets everyone caught up on the recent Star Wars news, including 14 Emmy nominations for Andor and the new Bad Batch novel, Sanctuary. Our main discussion focuses on the new Marvel movie Fantastic Four: First Steps, which continues themes of family and motherhood that were featured in favorites WandaVision and Agatha All Along. Listen to last month's episode on the FIVE WOMEN OF ANDOR here. Related 50th Anniversary Theatrical Release of Star Wars: A New Hope Michael Giacchino Interview from Marvel.com Hyperspace Theories ANDOR Point of View Lucas Museum of Narrative Art Full SDCC Panel from Skywalking Through Neverland ANDOR composer Brandon Roberts Interview from Skywalking Through Neverland SKELETON CREW composer Mich Giacchino Interview from Skywalking Through Neverland AGATHA ALL ALONG Co-Composer Michael Paraskevas Interview from Skywalking Through Neverland Hyperspace Theories: One Year Later discussing ANDOR's Season 2 Episodes 1 - 3 Social Media UPDATED Fangirls Going Rogue Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

ANDOR is over, but the conversation about this show's impact and resonance has just begun. Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski continue our conversation from last month, sharing our thoughts on this incredible show. Our main discussion considers Tony Gilroy's comments from the final ANDOR: Declassified Episode, in which he states "The five women at the end of the show are what the show is about. It's the victory, it's the pain, it's the life that these five women had that gives the show it's dramatic punch at the end." Who are these women and how are they impactful in the show? LISTEN TO LAST MONTH'S DISCUSSION OF ANDOR SEASON 2'S FIRST HALF HERE Related Andor Season 2 review Skywalking Through Neverland ANDOR Finale Breakdown with Christopher Sean Who's the Bossk with Skywalking Through Neverland on ANDOR's Season 2 Episodes 7 – 9 Hyperspace Theories: One Year Later discussing ANDOR's Season 2 Episodes 1 – 3 Social Media UPDATED Fangirls Going Rogue Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

On May 4, a new Star Wars animated show, Tales of the Underworld, will debut on Disney+. Fangirls Going Rogue had a chance to sit down with voice actress Nika Futterman, who portrays Asajj Ventress. Joining us on this roundtable were Sarah and Richard Woloski on behalf of Skywalking Through Neverland, George from Star Wars Holocron, Bryan Young from Full of Sith, Alex Damon from Star Wars Expalain, Charlotte Errity from Skytalkers, and William Devereux from Ion Cannon podcast. From Disney: From creator Dave Filoni comes "Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld," an all-new anthology series of animated shorts which will premiere May 4, 2025, exclusively on Disney+. The popular series, which began in 2022 with "Tales of the Jedi" and continued in 2024 with "Tales of the Empire," this time focuses on the criminal underbelly of the Star Wars galaxy through the experiences of two iconic villains. Former assassin and bounty hunter Asajj Ventress is given a new chance at life and must go on the run with an unexpected new ally, while outlaw Cad Bane faces his past when he confronts an old friend, now a Marshal on the opposite side of the law. Produced by Lucasfilm Animation, "Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld" is executive produced by Dave Filoni, Athena Yvette Portillo, and Carrie Beck. Dave Filoni is supervising director, Josh Rimes is co-executive producer, Alex Spotswood is the senior producer, and Matt Michnovetz is the writer. "Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld" stars Nika Futterman, Corey Burton, Artt Butler, Lane Factor, AJ LoCascio, Clare Grant, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, and Eric Lopez. Check out our latest podcast recapping Star Wars Celebration and Andor Season 2, Episodes 1 – 6. Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski kick off the latest episode discussing some of our favorite things from the first 6 episodes of ANDOR, out now on Disney+. We explore the costume and production design, which really add to the characterizations. Mothers are another topic we've pondered over the years; it's nice to see mothers of all kinds in the show. Plus, there are our Twin Flames, Dedra and Syril. We have thoughts... Our main discussion dives into our experiences with Star Wars Celebration Japan, plus some insight into Tokyo Disney from Tricia's perspective. Related Andor Season 2 review Skywalking Through Neverland ANDOR S2, Ep 1 -3, Dinner Party from Hell Skywalking Through Neverland Celebration Japan Highlights with BJ Priester Hyperspace Theories: Live at Star Wars Celebration Japan Social Media UPDATED Fangirls Going Rogue Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

Season of the Force is upon us. Sarah Woloski, Tricia Barr and special guest BJ Priester share insights into Disneyland's seasonal overlay that includes special merchandise, food, drinks, and a fancy projection show in Galaxy's Edge. We offer tips and tricks to make the most of the Season of the Force and speak to Matt Martin from Lucasfilm and Mike Serna from Disney Live Events. Check out our social media reactions on opening day, March 28th. Be sure to check out our reactions to the Andor trailer here. Related Season of the Force Food and Beverage recommendations A look at Ashley Eckstein's Season of the Force apparel line Season of the Force at Disneyland Skywalking Through Neverland Ep 509: Season of the Force Skywalking Through Neverland Behind the Scenes Interviews for Season of the Force Social Media UPDATED Fangirls Going Rogue Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

Who is ready for Andor? We are! Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski kick off the latest episode discussing recent interviews with Andor showrunner Tony Gilroy. Our main discussion dives into Disney's live action Snow White and the surprising ways its themes align with the Original Trilogy. We see many of the same choices made by Snow White that play out for Luke Skywalker from A New Hope to Return of the Jedi. Season of the Force is upon us. Check out our social media reactions on opening day, March 28th! Be sure to check out our reactions to the Skeleton Crew finale here. Check out our Skeleton Crew review here! Related Tony Gilroy discuses Andor Season 1 on Star Wars Youtube. Tony Gilroy interview with Collider. Season of the Force at Disneyland Andor Trailer Hyperspace Theories Kathleen Kennedy retirement news breakdown Skywalking Through Neverland Hairstyles of the Mandoverse Social Media UPDATED Fangirls Going Rogue Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

A lot has happened in the world of Star Wars since last month's episode! More potential Star Wars movies in the works with Big Name Directors and A-list Movie Stars. Hosts Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski break down all the galaxy far, far away happenings. After catching up on the news, the main discussion tackles the Skeleton Crew finale and Captain America: Brave New World. We enjoyed both and offer a few insights on storytelling and the music. Also in this episode, we cover Disneyland's Seasons of the Force and Walt Disney World's Festival of the Arts. Who is ready to meet Luke Skywalker on Batuu? Be sure to check out our reactions to the rest of Skeleton Crew here (Episodes 1-3) and here (Episodes 4-7). Check out our Skeleton Crew review here! Related Be sure to check out our interview with the Skeleton Crew Showrunners. The Skeleton Crew cast gave on our favorite group interviews ever! Season of the Force at Disneyland Ryan Gosling and Shawn Levy team up for Star Wars (via THR) Daisy Ridley talks about the upcoming Rey movie (via Collider) Skeleton Crew Showrunner Interview (via Variety) Captain America: Brave New World breakdown (via Skywalking Through Neverland) Social Media UPDATED Fangirls Going Rogue Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

Fangirls Going Rogue kicks off the New Year discussing the theme of friendship in storytelling, highlighting this concept as it plays out in Skeleton Crew and Wicked. Hosts Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski were initially drawn to the character KB in Skeleton Crew. As her friendship is tested with Fern in Episodes 4 - 7, KB gains confidence and new friends in Wim and Neel, while also helping Fern evolve as the crew's leader. In the popular movie Wicked, Galinda and Elphaba find their loathing turn to friendship, and changes both women for the better. Also in this episode, we cover Disneyland's Seasons of the Force and the Baylan Skoll recasting as Ahsoka Season 2 spins up to film later this year. Be sure to check out our reaction to the first three episodes of Skeleton Crew here. Check out our Skeleton Crew review here! Related Be sure to check out our interview with the Skeleton Crew Showrunners. The Skeleton Crew cast gave on our favorite group interviews ever! Our Zoom chats for Skeleton Crew are back on. Check our social media for dates and times. Season of the Force at Disneyland Rory McCann Replace Late Ray Stevenson in Ahsoka Hyperspace Theories Wicked episode Hyperspace Theories Skeleton Crew episode on the real world history of pirates Social Media UPDATED Fangirls Going Rogue Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!