84: The Acolyte S1E3: "Destiny"

It’s a leisurely stroll through the forest in the latest episode of The Acolyte. Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony unpack mysterious symbols, multiple species of space otters, and what are the canonically worst Sith names. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

An even longer time ago in a galaxy far away, we got a flashback episode! Your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat convene to discuss the third episode of The Acolyte including the Jedi’s exclusive child-snatching rights, spooky not entirely explained fires, and why you might really want to leave your murderous twin behind. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

The High Republic! An era of peace, the height of the Jedi, and…murder? Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony are back to talk this brand new show in a never-before-seen (on TV) era. We discuss Jedi sartorial choices, the oldest plot twist in the book, and when is a droid not a droid? Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

Is it good to be bad? The Tales of the Empire miniseries delves into the backstories of two villainous(?) characters, Morgan Elsbeth and Barris Offee and your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat are here to discuss what worked and what didn’t, plus budgeting in the Empire, why did it have to be caves, and some unrelated theme songs. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

The Bad Batch comes to an end, and your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony are here to see it off in style. We discuss zillo beasts roaming wild, the keys to evil base real estate, and Wrecker’s Fish Shack, as we bid adieu to our clone family…for now? Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

The penultimate episode of The Bad Batch has somehow both a lot going on and maybe not enough? Your Star Wars pals are here to discuss turbolifts unsafe for children, robot hands and, of course, proximity sensors. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

The Bad Batch nears its finale and your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat are along for the ride as the team “rescues” an Imperial admiral and makes their way to Tantiss. We discuss stunning vs. shooting, stage business, and nice white uniforms. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

It’s a one-two punch in the gut this week, as your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat convene to talk the latest Bad Batch double feature. We discuss how we know the Empire are the bad guys, starship parking caves, and real downers. Plus a quick discussion of the recently announced Tales of the Empire mini-series. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

A fan favorite(?) returns this week and your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat are here to discuss endangered wildlife, worried dad action, and what exactly the point of this episode is. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.

It’s off to the space bayou this week, and your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony are here to discuss vulnerable moments, Wrecker broadening his skillset, and the amazing Ming-Na Wen. Plus we read listener mail conspiracy theories and take a few moments to discuss the upcoming Star Wars series, The Acolyte. Lucasfilm Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and K Benesh.