The Star Wars Stacks

Episode Description

After a long, long time, the Stacks crew returns with a book review! We are starting fresh with the first book in the new High Republic series, Light of the Jedi, by Charles Soule.

It's good to be back!

Next time, we'll continue in the High Republic timeframe with a young adult novel by one of oiur favourite authors, Caludia Gray! Give Into the Dark a read and send us your thoughts!

 

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Check out these episodes too: Darth Bane: Rule of Two and The Old Republic: Deceived

 

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Category:general -- posted at: 10:27pm EDT

In our second RPG session, our erstwhile heroes Salunae, Groz and Arnina escape the Nomad's Fortune make their way through the battle-scarred forests of Boz Pity...all the way to their first fight!

Direct download: Boz_Pity_Blues_-_RPG.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:34pm EDT

Joe, Rico, Angela and our intrepid game master Chris get together for our first "real", "official" RPG adventure and boy does it start off with a bang!

Join us, as we embark on our journey aboard the Nomad's Fortune!

Direct download: 077_-_RPG_-_Welcome_aboard.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:26pm EDT

Episode Description

Happy Holidays! For our last episode of 2019, we get our RPG crew together and review the "final" entry in the Skywalker Saga, Star Wars: Episode 9 - The Rise of Skywalker.

Warning, this is a spoiler-filled review, that aside, enjoy and we'll join you all next time for our first real RPG session!

 

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Direct download: 076-Episode-9-Review.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 8:17am EDT

Episode Description

Finally, without further ado, the group got together and played the "intro/tutorial" adventure for Star Wars: Edge of the Empire entitled "Escape from Mos Shuuta". While we certainly aren't experts at the game just yet, we learned a lot in this first session!

Chris GMs us while Rico, Jen, Angela and Joe try to escape the wrath of the Hutts!

 

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Category:general -- posted at: 11:01pm EDT

Episode Description

Well, we have a few RPG sessions under our belts, now we just need to get them edited and put up on the feed! While we wait for that, Jen, Joe, Angela and Rico get together to chat about the first two chapters of the Manadlorian, out now on Disney+!

 

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See the Mandalorian on Disney+

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Category:general -- posted at: 9:36pm EDT

Episode Description

One last hurrah where we finally assemble the whole crew before we kick off our first RPG play session! We get to meet Angela and her Bounty Hunter, review the rest of our characters, we chat a little bit about the game mechanics and finally Chris gives us a small preview of the situation that will kick off our first adventure!

 

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Direct download: SWStacks-073-The-Final-Countdown.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 1:07pm EDT

Episode Description

This time around, Chris, Jen, Joe and Rico read out the results of their brainstorm session and give a bit more on their character backgrounds and bios and get ready to have our first run!

 

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Direct download: SWStacks-Episode-072-RPG-Character-creation-2.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:09pm EDT

Episode Description

In this episode, Chris, Jen, Joe and our good buddy Rico get together and roll up the basic concepts for our RPG characters!

 

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Category:general -- posted at: 12:15am EDT

Episode Description

Well, Celebration has come and gone. We didn't make it this time but we did get to see a new trailer for Star Wars: Episode 9 - The Rise of Skywalker.

Chris and Jen get together to discuss their initial reactions to it!

 

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Check out these episodes too: Star Wars Celebration 2017 Aftermath and Trailer Time!

 

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Category:general -- posted at: 11:28pm EDT

Episode Description

It's been quite awhile, but we are back with episode 69! This time around, the three of us get together and catch up on what's been going on since November.

After that, we get into some initial discussion about our previously announced Star Wars: Edge of the Empire RPG project! We talk a bit about the game, roleplaying in general and our hopes about our upcoming adventure!

For more info on the game system we'll be using, check here: https://www.fantasyflightgames.com/en/products/star-wars-edge-of-the-empire/

 

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Category:general -- posted at: 8:54pm EDT

Episode Description

In episode 68, we hit the next entry in Timothy Zahn's new series focusing on the early days of Grand Admiral Thrawn, Thrawn: Alliances.

To get your own copy, visit this Amazon link.

This is going to be our last show of 2019, listen on to the end to hear what's coming next for us! The show isn't going away, but there are some changes in the pipe. 

 

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Check out these episodes too: Heir to the Empire and Thrawn

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Category:general -- posted at: 10:52pm EDT

Episode Description

In episode 67, we change course a bit quickly, instead of reviewing Last Shot, we call a mulligan and change course. Chris and Jen (Joe fell ill unfortunately) discuss the metric ton of recent Star Wars and other genre news.

If you would still like to read Last Shot, grab it from Amazon.

In the place of the Solo book we will pick up next time with Thrawn: Alliances.

 

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Check out these episodes too: Solo and Forces of Destiny and October Nothing

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Category:general -- posted at: 10:33pm EDT

Episode Description

In episode 66, we continue in the Old Republic era with the second book in Drew Karpyshyn's Darth Bane series, Rule of Two. But first, we address a bit of the negativity that has cropped up in Star War fandom of late.

To get your own copy, visit this Amazon link.

Next time, we'll get back to some new stuff with the recently released Solo tie-in novel Last Shot.

 

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Check out these episodes too: Rule of Two and Old Republic: Deceived

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Category:general -- posted at: 11:12pm EDT

Episode Description

In this very special episode, we discuss our thoughts around the newest entry into the Star Wars movie universe, Solo: A Star Wars Story.

Next time, we'll continue this series with book 2, Rule of Two.

 

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Check out these episodes too: The Last Jedi, Rogue One and The Paradise Snare

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Category:general -- posted at: 3:38pm EDT

Episode Description

In episode 64, we jump back into the Old Republic era and discuss the first book in Drew Karpyshyn's Darth Bane series, Path of Destruction.

To get your own copy, visit this Amazon link.

Next time, we'll continue this series with book 2, Rule of Two.

 

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Check out these episodes too: Lords of the Sith and Old Republic: Deceived

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Category:general -- posted at: 9:18pm EDT

Episode Description

In episode 63, Chris and Jen get together to discuss the recently completed final season of Star Wars Rebels.

Next time, we're taking a break from new stuff to dive back into Legends/EU with the first Darth Bane book, Path of Destruction by Drew Karpyshyn.

 

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Check out these episodes too: Star Wars Rebels: Season OneRamblin' Boys and PLAY NICE, KIDS! (REBELS, TOO!)

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Direct download: SWStacks-63-The-End-of-Rebels.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:35pm EDT

Episode Description

In episode 62, Chris, Jen & Joe discuss young adult novel Leia: Princess of Alderaan by Claudia Gray.

To get your own copy, visit this Amazon link.

Next time, we're taking a break from new stuff to dive back into Legends/EU with the first Darth Bane book, Path of Destruction by Drew Karpyshyn.

 

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Check out these episodes too: Moving Target: A Princess Leia Adventure and Bloodline

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Category:general -- posted at: 1:04pm EDT

Episode Description

In episode 61, Chris, Jen & Joe get together to talk reactions to the latest Star Wars saga film, The Last Jedi! This is a spoiler filled conversation so if you care about such things, hold off until you've seen the movie!

Next time, we'll be reading Leia: Princess of Alderaan by Claudia Gray. 

 

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Check out these episodes too: Rogue One and The Force Awakens.

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Category:general -- posted at: 3:53pm EDT

Episode Description

In episode 60, Chris, Jen & Joe discuss the "road to Last Jedi" novel Phasma, by Delilah S. Dawson.

To get your own copy, visit this Amazon link.

Not much preamble this time around, it's Last Jedi week! Look for a reaction show coming very soon! As books go, we'll be reading Leia: Princess of Alderaan by one of our favorite Star Wars authors, Claudia Gray. 

 

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Check out these episodes too: The novels of the Force Awakens and Ashoka.

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Category:general -- posted at: 8:34am EDT

Episode Description

In episode 59, Chris & Joe discuss the game tie-in novel Battlefront 2: Inferno Squad by Christie Golden.

To get your own copy, visit this Amazon link.

Before the review, we chat a bit about our lost episode, the trailer and some other movie news. Next time, we'll be reading the Phasma by Delilah S. Dawson. 

 

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Check out these episodes too: Battlefront: Twilight Company and Dark Disciple.  

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Category:general -- posted at: 10:27pm EDT

Episode Description

In episode 58 we discuss the novel Rebel Rising by Beth Revis. 

To get your own copy, visit this Amazon link.

Before the review, we chat a bit about news that a Kenobi movie is in the works! We then get to the book and run through it like we always do.

Next time, we'll be reading the new Battlefront II tie-in novel, Inferno Squad by one of our favourite authors, Christie Golden. 

 

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Check out these episodes too: Rogue One and Catalyst

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Category:general -- posted at: 12:00am EDT

Episode Description

This time around, Chris and Jen get together sans Joe and discuss the recent news surrounding the as yet untitled Solo movie.

Then, the discussion moves onto the new set of YouTube shorts announced earlier this year at Celebration Orlando, Forces of Destiny.

Check out all the shorts here: http://partners.disney.com/star-wars-forces-of-destiny

Next time, we'll be reading another Rogue One tie-in novel, Rebel Rising by Beth Revis.

 

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Check out these episodes too: Celebration Aftermath, The Paradise Snare

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Direct download: SWStacks-Episode-57-Solo-and-Forces-of-Destiny.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 7:19pm EDT

Episode Description

In episode 56 we discuss the hotly awaited novel by Timothy Zahn, Thrawn. 

To get your own copy, visit this Amazon link.

Before we get to our both our non-spoiler overview and spoiler-filled detailed rundown, we discuss some of our reactions to the recent Vanity Fair pictorial focusing on The Last Jedi.

Next time, we'll be reading another Rogue One tie-in novel, Rebel Rising by Beth Revis.

 

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Check out these episodes too: Heir to the Empire, Dark Force Rising and The Last Command, all by Timothy Zahn.

 

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Category:general -- posted at: 11:01pm EDT

Hey Stackers!

The three of us get together to talk about the big news out of Celebration Orlando 2017!

Chris and Joe attended the con and tell a bunch of fun stories about their experiences in Orlando. Then the three of us give our thoughts and opinions on the Last Jedi trailer!

Next time, we'll be covering Timothy Zahn's new book, Thrawn.

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Category:general -- posted at: 8:04pm EDT

 

Hi Stackers!

In episode 54, Chris and Joe sit down and discuss the final novel in Chuck Wendig's Aftermath trilogy, Empire's End.

To get your own copy, check out https://www.amazon.com/Empires-End-Aftermath-Star-Trilogy/dp/1101966963

We also chat about our hopes for the Celebration, where we and some friends will be in a week!

Next time we hope to have some content direct from Celebration Orlando! Once all the excitement is done, we'll be reading the newest entry by Timothy Zhan, Thrawn

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Category:general -- posted at: 10:54pm EDT

Hey all!

This time around, Chris and Jen discuss the 2015 documentary, I am Your Father. This documentary was directed by Marcos Cabotá and Toni Bestard and discusses the life, work and controversy around David Prowse, the British actor and bodybuilder who wore the Darth Vader suit in the original trilogy.

Next time, we'll be finishing up the Aftermath trilogy with Empire's End.

 

Direct download: SWStacks-Episode-53-I-Am-Your-Father.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:04pm EDT

Hello there Stackers!

In episode 52, the three of us get together to review another Young Adult novel, Ashoka by E.K. Johnston which was released back on October 11, 2016.

To get a copy for yourself: https://www.amazon.com/Star-Wars-Ahsoka-K-Johnston/dp/1484705661

Of course, first we cover a bit of news, including Woody Harrelson's admission that he may be playing Garris Shrike in the Han Solo movie along with some of our usual chat.

Next time, we'll probably get caught up on season 3 of Rebels before we get on to the final book in Chuck Wendig's Aftermath trilogy, Empire's End which released on February 21st.

Thanks to Rick Moyer for our intro music and the Samurai Guitarist for our outtro!

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Category:general -- posted at: 8:41pm EDT

Hey Stackers!

Here is book review episode 51 wherein we discuss the Rogue One tie-in novel, Catalyst by James Luceno. Just Chris and Joe this time around, Jen couldn't make it.

If you'd like to get a copy for yourself: https://www.amazon.com/Catalyst-Star-Wars-Rogue-Novel/dp/0345511492

Before we get to the crux of the show, we talk a bit about the holidays, the recent loss of Carrie Fisher, a few more thoughts about Rogue One and the big news, Chris and Joe will be at Celebration Orlando in April!

Next time, we'll be jumping back a bit to review Ashoka, a YA novel by E.K. Johnston.

Thanks to Rick Moyer for our intro music and the Samurai Guitarist for our outtro!

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Category:general -- posted at: 12:53pm EDT

Hello all!

It's big episode 50! We get together with our good friends and fellow podcasters Rico from the Treks in Sci Fi podcast and Angela of the Anomaly podcast and we talk ROGUE ONE!

So yes, Rogue One came out, we all saw it and we sit down and have a very lively and spirited discussion about this inaugural "Star Wars Story" movie. It goes without saying this is a SPOILER cast, so if you haven't seen it and don't want to know what happens, hold off!

Check out Rico's long-running Treks in Sci Fi podcast at http://treksinscifi.com/

Check out Angela (and Jen) over at http://www.anomalypodcast.com/

Next time, we're still discussing Rogue One, but in book form with James Luceno's tie in novel, Catalyst!

Thanks to Rick Moyer for our intro music and the Samurai Guitarist for our outtro!

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Category:general -- posted at: 11:34pm EDT

Here is episode 49 in which we conclude A.C. Crispin's Han Solo trilogy, Rebel Dawn!

If you'd like to get your hands on the books, grab it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Rebel-Dawn-Star-Wars-Trilogy/dp/0553574175/

News:

No Opening Crawl in Rogue One:
https://variety.com/2016/film/features/star-wars-rogue-one-lucasfilm-jj-abrams-kathleen-kennedy-1201923806/

Emilia Clarke Han Solo movie:
http://www.starwars.com/news/emilia-clarke-joins-the-han-solo-stand-alone-film

Star Trek Discovery casting: 
http://www.startrek.com/article/star-trek-discovery-beams-up-three-cast-members

Next time, we'll most likely be doing our Rogue One reaction show and then shortly after that, our review of Rogue One: Catalyst by James Luceno! So send us your emails and reactions!

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Category:general -- posted at: 8:05am EDT

 

Hey folks!

In episode 48, Chris & Jen talk about this & that, including the last Rogue One trailer and our thoughts and hopes for it based on what we've seen and heard so far. We also discuss a few other things including rumours and Lando casting & book news.

Next time, we'll be covering the final book in A.C. Crispin's Han Solo Trilogy, Rebel Dawn.

Direct download: SWStacks-Episode-48-October-Nothing.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:00pm EDT

Time for our long-awaited review of the second book in Chuck Wendig's Aftermath series, Life Debt!

If you'd like to get your hands on the books, grab it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Debt-Aftermath-Star-Trilogy/dp/1101966939

Next time, we're going back to the Legends/EU timeline with the third and final book in A.C. Crispin's Han Solo trilogy, Rebel Dawn.

Thanks to Rick Moyer for our intro music and the Samurai Guitarist for our outtro!

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Category:general -- posted at: 9:43pm EDT

Hi Stackers!

We know you were expecting our next book review show, but we could not turn down an opportunity for another conversation with friend of the show and Star Wars author John Jackson Miller!

Being that today is the 50th Anniversary of Star Trek, Chris and John sit down and discuss Trek movies and novels, including John's upcoming Star Trek trilogy, Prey.

Aside from Trek, the guys discuss all things Star Wars and touch on John's other works including upcoming work in the Halo and Planet of the Apes universes.

All in all a wonderful talk with a lot of great insights into John's work writing for licensed properties.

Buy Hell's Heart, book one of the Prey trilogy on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Prey-Book-Hells-Heart-Star/dp/1501115790/

Check out John's site at http://www.farawaypress.com/

Follow John on Twitter at @jjmfaraway

Next time, we'll finally get to our long-awaited review of Aftermath book 2, Life Debt.

See you soon!

Direct download: SWStacks-Episode-46-John-Jackson-Miller-Returns.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 7:15pm EDT

After a busy summer, the three of us are back to discuss news from Celebration Europe, the second Rogue One trailer, summer movies and more!

Links:

Ahsoka Tano secrets, book cover revealed at Star Wars Celebration Europe
http://nerdvanamedia.com/television/ahsoka-book-star-wars-celebration-europe/112987/

Rebels Season 3 Trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xmXp802sFgQ

New Timothy Zahn Thrawn novel:
http://ca.ign.com/articles/2016/07/16/star-wars-celebration-2016-grand-admiral-thrawn-is-now-canon

Timothy Zahn Q&A:
http://www.starwars.com/news/qa-with-timothy-zahn

Rogue One celebration reel:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jXEMO_Zv_gQ

Rogue One trailer:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=frdj1zb9sMY

Rogue One tie in novel -- Catalyst: 
http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Catalyst

Battlefront Rogue One Scarif DLC:
http://www.pcgamer.com/star-wars-battlefront-offline-mode-the-death-star-and-battlefront-2/

Next time, we'll be reviewing the second book in Chuck Wendig's Aftermath series, Life Debt!

 

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Category:general -- posted at: 12:00pm EDT

Hey all!

Time for episode 44 and our second Claudia Gray book, Bloodline, released May 3, 2016.

But first, a bit of news:

We've Finally Got Some Solid Details on Rogue One: A Star Wars Story: http://io9.gizmodo.com/weve-finally-got-some-solid-details-on-rogue-one-a-sta-1782419027

'Rogue One': 16 New Photos from the 'Star Wars' Film: http://www.ew.com/gallery/rogue-one-first-look-photos

Rogue One creators address reshoot concerns: http://www.ew.com/article/2016/06/23/star-wars-rogue-one-reshoot-concerns

Disney CEO Suggests Indiana Jones Will Be Rebooted After Part 5: http://io9.gizmodo.com/disney-ceo-suggests-indiana-jones-will-be-rebooted-afte-1782424442

Star Trek Star Anton Yelchin has Passed Away at 27: http://nerdist.com/star-trek-star-anton-yelchin-has-passed-away-at-27/

Star Trek fan film guidelines: http://www.startrek.com/fan-films

After all that, we go over the the novel in our special way, disucssing it in overview without spoilers and then diving deep into this somewhat complex story.

If you'd like to read the book for yourself, buy it on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Bloodline-Star-Wars-Claudia-Gray/dp/0345511360/

Next time, we'll be heading back to Chuck Wendig's Aftermath series with Life Debt (https://www.amazon.com/Life-Debt-Aftermath-Star-Trilogy/dp/1101966939/)

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Category:general -- posted at: 10:12pm EDT

It's another chat show! Chris and Joe get together and shooot the proverbial bull.

Topics discussed include:

Rogue One reshoots

Chris' issues with his "holonet service"

Chris' visit to MegaCon Orlando 2016

and much much more (as usual)!

Next time, Jen will be joining us again and we'll be discussing Claudia Gray's new novel, Bloodline!

Direct download: SWStacks-Episode-43-Stan-Lee-and-the-Holonet-Blues.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 1:13pm EDT

Here we go with another Journey to the Force Awakens book review. This time around, we're discussing Smuggler's Run - A Han Solo Adventure by Greg Rucka.

Before that though, we discuss a few news stories, including:

Why Alden Ehrenreich Is An Inspired Choice For The 'Han Solo' Spin-off - http://moviepilot.com/posts/3904453

Celebration Orlando - http://www.starwarscelebration.com/Orlando/Home/

One Man Star Wars Trilogy - http://www.onemanstarwars.com/ 

Then we get to the book and do our reguar run through. If you'd like to read the book yourself, grab it off of Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Journey-Star-Wars-Smugglers-Adventure/dp/148472495X/ 

Next time, we'll be covering a big one, Claudia Gray's Bloodline (http://www.amazon.com/Bloodline-Star-Wars-Claudia-Gray/dp/0345511360/)

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Category:general -- posted at: 8:36pm EDT

This time around, it's our very first foursome! Chris and Jen get together with our good friends Rico and Bryan to discuss a whole bunch of stuff including Rogue One, Force Awakens extras, Disney and more!

We then get to the main topic, the balance of Season 2 of Rebels.

To cap things off, Chris and Jen also interviewed their kids to get their thoughts about Rebels!

We hope you enjoy the great discussion and huge thanks to Rico and Bryan for hanging out with us!

Check out Rico's long-running Treks in Sci Fi podcast over at http://treksinscifi.com/

Next time, we'll be discussing Smuggler's Run: A Han Solo Adventure.

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Category:general -- posted at: 10:00pm EDT

SPECIAL EDITION!

The Rogue One trailer JUST dropped and Chris & Joe were able to get together for a very short reaction before we both head off to work!

Next time, we're going to have a show where we discuss the second half of Rebels season 2! After that, we're sticking in the same book series we've been playing in with Smuggler's Run: A Han Solo Adventure.

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Category:general -- posted at: 8:57am EDT

Time for another book review! 

This time around we run down a quick YA novel in the Journey to Force Awakens series called Moving Target: A Princess Leia Adventure. 

If you'd like to grab the book yourself, check it out on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Moving-Target-Princess-Adventure-Journey/dp/1484724976

Next time, we're sticking in the same series with Smuggler's Run: A Han Solo Adventure. Before that though, we're going to have a show where we discuss the second half of Rebels season 2!

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Direct download: SWStacks-Episode-39-Moving-Target.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 1:18pm EDT

Hey Everyone!

In the episode 37 pre-show, we had a fun little 10-ish minute chat about our other love, Star Trek. We thought you guys would get a kick out of it so here it is in the feed!

Sure, it ain't Star Wars but we love to talk.

Enjoy and we'll see you next time with a full show discussing Moving Target: A Princess Leia Adventure.

Direct download: SWStacks-Episode-38-Bonus-The-Star-Trek-Stacks.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:29pm EDT

Better late then never, it's time for a book review!

This time we're continuing our way through A.C. Crispin's Han Solo trilogy with book 2, The Hutt Gambit.

Before that though, we discuss a few news stories:

Star Wars: The Force Awakens DVD and Blu-ray release
http://www.denofgeek.com/dvd-bluray/star-wars-the-force-awakens/38745/star-wars-the-force-awakens-dvd-and-blu-ray-release

J.J. Abrams explains why he won't direct another Star Wars film
http://www.ew.com/article/2016/03/15/jj-abrams-tells-wont-direct-another-star-wars-film

STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS' Daisy Ridley Being Eyed For 'Lara Croft' In TOMB RAIDER Reboot
http://www.comicbookmovie.com/tomb_raider/star-wars-the-force-awakens-daisy-ridley-being-eyed-for-lara-croft-in-a131925

Indy 5 Announcement
http://deadline.com/2016/03/steven-spielberg-harrison-ford-team-up-for-indiana-jones-5-disney-sets-july-2019-release-1201720725/

Then we get into our standard spoiler-free and then spoiler-filled discussion of the book, ending off with our ratings.

If you'd like to read it, grab it from Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Hutt-Gambit-Star-Wars-Trilogy/dp/0553574167

Next time, we're going back to some newer stuff with Moving Target: A Princess Leia Adventure. It's a shorter read, so we'll likely cover it next show in place of our usual shoot the bull session!

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Category:general -- posted at: 1:05pm EDT

Time for episode 36! Just Chris and Joe this time around as Jen had something come up.

We chat about quite a few things including the recent announcement of episode 8 filming, casting, Chris' recent travels, movies and TV and a whole lot more!

Next time we'll be back in the Legends timeline with The Hutt Gambit, the second book in A.C. Crispin's Han Solo trilogy.

Direct download: SWStacks-Episode-36-The-Show-About-Nothing.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 1:33pm EDT

After all the hoopla of The Force Awakens, we get back to what we do best, talk about novels! This time, Chris and Jen (Joe's busy, sadly) discuss a double header: the novelization of The Force Awakens (http://www.amazon.com/The-Force-Awakens-Star-Wars/dp/1101965495/) by Alan Dean Foster and Before the Awakening (http://www.amazon.com/Star-Wars-The-Force-Awakens/dp/148472822X) by Greg Rucka.

We discuss and spoil the books just as always.

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Category:general -- posted at: 10:28pm EDT

Here's episode 34 where the three of us get together and shoot the breeze about some stuff!

Warning: We're still talking about Force Awakens, so there are still spoilers! Beware!

We talk about our additional viewings of the movie and another entry in our ongoing series about cinema etiquette.

George Lucas and his "white slavers" comment: http://www.projectcasting.com/news/george-lucas-white-slavers/

25 "unanswered" Force Awakens questions: http://www.slashfilm.com/star-wars-the-force-awakens-questions/

Emails, voicemails and more!

Next time, we'll be doing a book double header, covering both the novelization of the movie by Alan Dean Foster (http://www.amazon.com/The-Force-Awakens-Star-Wars/dp/1101965495) and Before the Awakening by Greg Rucka and Phil Noto (http://www.amazon.com/Star-Wars-Force-Awakens-Awakening/dp/148472822X)

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Category:general -- posted at: 12:32pm EDT

The time has come! Episode VII is here!

*** SPOILER WARNING *** SPOILER WARNING *** SPOILER WARNING ***

This is our fresh and spoiler filled review of Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens.

We give our general thoughts on the movie and then discuss the crap out of it before we read a bunch of your emails!

Next time, we'll likely be covering the novelization of the movie by Alan Dean Foster. 

The wait is over! Star Wars is back!

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Category:general -- posted at: 1:08am EDT

It's time for another book review! This time we're tackling the new game tie-in novel Battlefront: Twilight Company by Alexander Freed. 

First, we chat a little bit about our thoughts, hopes and fears for The Force Awakens, which opens in less then 5 days!

Then we get into it, first with a spoiler free synopsis and our spoiler free opinions.

Then we get into it beat by beat and discuss our thoughts of the book.

If you'd like to read the book yourself, get it here: http://www.amazon.com/Battlefront-Twilight-Company-Star-Wars/dp/0345511212

Next time, we'll be recording our reactions to The Force Awakens!

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Category:general -- posted at: 12:00am EDT

In episode 31, Chris and Joe talk about a whole bunch of stuff including:

  • Renfest/Medieval Faire preparations.
  • Battlefront
  • The recent flood of Episode 7 TV spots.
  • The first five episodes of Rebels season 2

and finally, another top 5 list! This time, we talk about our top five non-Star Wars sci-fi novels of series.

Next time, we'll be covering the game tie-in novel, Battlefront: Twilight Company

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Category:general -- posted at: 9:26pm EDT

This time around, we dive deep into the recently released young adult novel, Lost Stars by Claudia Gray.

We do a little bit of news and then we get to it!

First we get into a quick spoiler-free summary and discussion. Then we make our way through the story, point by point.

If you'd like to read the book, you can get it here: http://www.amazon.com/Journey-Star-Wars-Force-Awakens/dp/1484724984

Next time, we'll be covering the game tie in novel, Battlefront: Twilight Company.

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Category:general -- posted at: 9:44pm EDT

We've been patient and now we've got it! 

The three of us are together along with Angela of the Anomaly podcast (http://www.anomalypodcast.com/) to say everything we have to say about the newly released Force Awakens theatrical trailer! 

We discuss football, ticket pre-sales and then we go through the trailer scene by scene. 

Next time, we'll likely be a trailer reaction, our next book review is Lost Stars by Claudia Gray: http://www.amazon.com/Journey-Star-Wars-Force-Awakens/dp/1484724984/ 

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Direct download: SWStacks-Episode-29-Trailer-Time.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:51pm EDT

Chris and Joe get together and chat about book news, NYCC, Rebels and a very strong rumour of a trailer coming October 19th!

NEW STAR WARS BOOKS AND COMICS REVEALED: http://makingstarwars.net/2015/10/new-star-wars-books-and-comics-revealed/

NYCC: ‘Star Wars’ publishing steps closer to ‘The Force Awakens’ with new books: http://thecelebritycafe.com/2015/10/nycc-star-wars-publishing-steps-closer-to-the-force-awakens-with-new-books/

Rebels NYCC Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YfeWNZqVYsE

Trailer rumours: http://makingstarwars.net/2015/10/star-wars-the-force-awakens-trailer-and-logo-coming-this-monday/

Ticket pre-sales & trailer news: http://screencrush.com/star-wars-force-awakens-trailer-tickets-pre-sales/

Next time, we'll likely be a trailer reaction, our next book review is Lost Stars by Claudia Gray: http://www.amazon.com/Journey-Star-Wars-Force-Awakens/dp/1484724984/ 

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Category:general -- posted at: 10:31am EDT

This time we're taking a deep dive into the first novel on the journey to the Force Awakens, Aftermath by Chuck Wendig.

Before we get to the book, we have a bit of a chat about some additional figure acquisitions and Chris' recent re-watch of episode 3 with his son.

Then we get to the core of the matter, Aftrmath. As always, we get into a back of the book synopsis and our spoiler-free thoughts before we sound the alarm and dive into a spoileriffic review from start to finish. 

Finally, we roll through some listener feedback including a great voicemail from our buddy Bryan.

If you'd like to read the book yourself, grab it from Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Aftermath-Star-Journey-Force-Awakens/dp/034551162X

Next time, we'll continue on the Journey to the Force Awakens with the young adult novel Lost Stars by Claudia Gray: http://www.amazon.com/Journey-Star-Wars-Force-Awakens/dp/1484724984/ 

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Category:general -- posted at: 10:50am EDT

Special Edition time! This time around the three of us made it and we have quite the chat.

Topics covered:

Some stories from Force Friday

Episode VIII and Rogue One filming progress

The new Star Wars: Uprising mobile game and some random Battlefront news.

and a whole bunch of other stuff including a great email and our thoughts on bringing babies to movies!

Next time, we'll have our review of the first Journey to the Force Awakens novel, Aftermath (http://www.amazon.com/Aftermath-Star-Journey-Force-Awakens/dp/034551162X). 

Do you have comments on this episode? MP3 audio, emails, Tweets and Facebook feedback welcome! Here's how you can contact the hosts:

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Category:general -- posted at: 9:51pm EDT

In episode 25, we discuss the newly released Assaj Ventress-focused novel Dark Disciple by Christie Golden.

But first we talk about some recent news:

The new Instagram TFA trailer: https://instagram.com/p/65PhxOs_RH/

'Star Wars: The Force Awakens' Set to Take Over Imax for a Month: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/star-wars-force-awakens-set-817709

Force Friday - Sept 4th: http://www.starwars.com/news/star-wars-the-force-awakens-products-to-arrive-on-force-friday-september-4

The Star Wars Facebook Page Responded Perfectly to a Sexist Comment: http://www.eonline.com/news/690991/the-star-wars-facebook-page-responded-perfectly-to-a-sexist-comment

Then, we get to the book. As always, we begin with a spoiler-free reading of the publisher's summary and our initial impressions of the story. Then we sound the alarm and get into our plot summary and detailed spoiler filled opinions.

If you'd like to read the book yourself, you can get it on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Star-Wars-Disciple-Christie-Golden/dp/0345511530

Next time, we're going to cover the first Star Wars novel set after Return of the Jedi, Aftermath by Chuck Wendig: http://www.amazon.com/Aftermath-Star-Journey-Force-Awakens/dp/034551162X/

Do you have comments on this episode? MP3 audio, emails, Tweets and Facebook feedback welcome! Here's how you can contact the hosts:

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Category:general -- posted at: 12:39pm EDT

Time for another special edition episode! Just Chris and Joe this time around (sorry Jen fans). We discuss some recent Force Awakens news and more!

International Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M-VTdsCKLgg 

'Star Wars: The Force Awakens': 12 exclusive EW looks at the new galaxy: http://www.ew.com/gallery/star-wars-force-awakens-first-look-gallery

15 Star Wars The Force Awakens 3.75″ Figures Revealed: http://makingstarwars.net/2015/08/15-star-wars-the-force-awakens-3-75-figures-revealed/ 

Leaked shot of Luke Skywalker: http://www.starwarsunderworld.com/2015/08/rumor-first-look-at-luke-skywalker-in.html 

Next time, we're going to cover the newest Star Wars novel, Dark Disciple by Christie Golden: http://www.amazon.com/Star-Wars-Disciple-Christie-Golden/dp/0345511530

Do you have comments on this episode? MP3 audio, emails, Tweets and Facebook feedback welcome! Here's how you can contact the hosts:

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See you next time for our book review!

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Category:general -- posted at: 12:33pm EDT

Time for episode 23, where we get back to basics and cover the first book in the Han Solo trilogy, The Paradise Snare by A.C. Crispin which was published back in 1997.

In the news:

Sneak peak of the journey to the force awakens books: http://www.starwars.com/news/coming-soon-to-your-personal-jedi-archives-journey-to-star-wars-the-force-awakens-sneak-peek 

Excerpt from Aftermath released: http://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/7846/aftermath-star-wars-by-chuck-wendig/ 

Aftermath will be a trilogy: http://www.ew.com/article/2015/07/10/chuck-wendigs-star-wars-book-aftermath-gets-trilogy-treatment 

Then, we get to the book. As always, we begin with a spoiler-free reading of the publisher's summary and our initial impressions of the book. Then we sound the alarm and get into our plot summary and detailed spoiler filled opinions.

If you'd like to read the book yourself, you can get it on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Paradise-Snare-Star-Wars-Trilogy/dp/0553574159

Next time, we're going to cover the newest Star Wars novel, Dark Disciple by Christie Golden: http://www.amazon.com/Star-Wars-Disciple-Christie-Golden/dp/0345511530

Do you have comments on this episode? MP3 audio, emails, Tweets and Facebook feedback welcome! Here's how you can contact the hosts:

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Category:general -- posted at: 11:30am EDT

It's time for episode 22! Jen and Joe had some stuff come up so our good friend Rico from the Treks in Sci-Fi podcast joins Chris this week. 

They chat about some news stories, including:

The passing of Christoper Lee: http://www.starwars.com/news/sir-christopher-lee-passes-away

Ewan McGregor is interested in playing Obi Wan again: http://screenrant.com/star-wars-obi-wan-kenobi-ewan-mcgregor-movie/

James Horner dies in plane crash: http://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/james-horner-dead-titanic-composer-804365

Gaming news from E3:

Battlefront: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jXU5k4U8x20

The Old Republic: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JGHW4sn5J-Y

The guys then get onto talking about the first episode of Rebels season 2 (SPOILER WARNING!), summer movies and more.

To end off, another top 5 list. This time it's Chris and Rico's top 5 sci fi themes.

Closing music: Battle Beyond the Stars by James Horner.

Next  time, we'll be discussing our next book, The Paradise Snare by A.C Crispin. 

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Category:general -- posted at: 1:25pm EDT

Welcome to Star Wars Stacks episode 21, where we discuss Paul S. Kemp's new novel Lords of the Sith. 

As with all our book review shows, we first cover some news:

Annie Leibovitz interview: http://www.starwars.com/news/capturing-a-galaxy-an-interview-with-annie-leibovitz-exclusive

John Williams to begin scoring sessions soon: http://makingstarwars.net/2015/05/john-williams-to-record-some-of-the-star-wars-the-force-awakens-score-next-month/

Then, we get to the book. As always, we begin with a spoiler-free reading of the publisher's summary and our initial impressions of the book. Then we sound the alarm and get into our plot summary and detailed spoiler filled opinions.

If you'd like to read the book yourself, you can get it on Amazon: http://www.amazon.com/Lords-Sith-Paul-S-Kemp/dp/0345511441

Next time, we're heading back to the Legends era with the first book in the Han Solo trilogy, The Paradise Snare (http://www.amazon.com/Paradise-Snare-Star-Wars-Trilogy/dp/0553574159)

Do you have comments on this episode? MP3 audio, emails, Tweets and Facebook feedback welcome! Here's how you can contact the hosts:

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Category:general -- posted at: 9:21pm EDT

Welcome to episode 20, our general discussion show for May. Just Chirs and Joe this week, apologies to all the Jen fans!

News-wise, we discuss the recent Vanity Fair interview of Lawrence Kasdan: 

http://www.vanityfair.com/hollywood/2015/05/lawrence-kasdan-star-wars-force-awakens

In addition, we tlak about this great video celebrating the 40th anniversary of ILM: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4gSTPHBp9cA

Then, we run down our top 5 genre sequels and disucss each one. We cover a lot of ground, some Star Wars-related, some not. As usual, we had a great time chatting. 

Enjoy!

Direct download: SWStacks-Episode-20-Chris-and-Joe-Try-a-List.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 1:29pm EDT

This week, we FINALLY get around to a review of the first season of the new animated series, Star Wars Rebels which aired on DisneyXD.

After some small news discussion about the episode 7 Vanity Fair spread, we get into it.

We discuss the characters and each episode of the first season of Rebels and have agreat time doing it.

Next time, we'll be chatting about more general Star Wars news and topics, after that we'll get to our next book, Paul S. Kemp's Lords of the Sith.

 

Direct download: SWStacks-Episode-19-Star-Wars-Rebels-Season-One.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:16pm EDT

Here comes a super special edition of the Star Wars Stacks where the three of us have a great disucssion about some of the news that came out of this weekend's Star Wars Celebration Anaheim 2015.

We talk at length about the second Force Awakens teaser trailer, the upcoming Battlefront game, Rebels Season 2, Rogue One, Lando comics, costumes, models, observations, guesses about episode 7 and even more!

Next time, we PROMISE to finally talk about the first season of Rebels.

Send us your emails about the trailer, any of the books we covered Rebels or how wrong Joe is about things at swstacksshow@gmail.com.

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Category:general -- posted at: 12:59pm EDT

It's our bi-weekly news show! Jen is busy with some work stuff so we dragged our official SWStacks fact-checker and thorn in Chris' side, Mr. Bryan Dunn.

We first discuss the following news items:

Ep 7 trailer 2 in front of Avengers 2: http://screenrant.com/star-wars-7-trailer-avengers-2/ 

Star Wars digital editions: http://www.cnet.com/news/star-wars-film-saga-getting-re-released-digitally/ 

Kevin J Anderson Talks Star Wars Canon, The New Movies And The Novels: http://www.bleedingcool.com/2015/04/05/kevin-j-anderson-talks-about-star-wars-the-new-movies-and-books-canon/ 

TIE Fighter anime short film: https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=253&v=PN_CP4SuoTU

After that we discuss our thoughts on the four new Star Wars comic series, read emails and as usual talk about a whole bunch of stuff, both Star Wars and otherwise.

Finally, Jen narrated an audiobook and it's on Audible! Check out Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking Glass: http://www.audible.com.au/pd/Children/Alices-Adventures-in-Wonderland-and-Through-the-Looking-Glass-Audiobook/B00PUT9WY6/

Next time, we'll be discussing our thoughts on the first season of Rebels! Send your emails our way!

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Category:general -- posted at: 10:14pm EDT

In episode 16, we review the third novel in the new official canon, Heir to the Jedi, written by Kevin Hearne (Publication Date: March 3, 2015). 

Some news before we get into the book:

Harrison Ford got into a plane crash

Star Wars to release 20 books in journey to The Force Awakens.

Star Wars: Episode VIII Gets Release Date; Spinoff Movie Called ‘Rogue One’

What Happened After Endor? Find Out in Star Wars: Aftermath

Next, we give our spoiler-free synopsis and general opinions on the book.

Once that is out of the way, we get into the spoiler section where we get down and dirty with the story. If you haven't finished the book, or haven't started it yet, listen to the first half of this episode then pause it when you hear the alert. Return to this episode of the Star Wars Stacks when you have finished the novel and are ready to hear the full discussion. 

In two weeks we'll have our usual general disucssion show. After that we'll be doing a slightly different episode where we give our review of season 1 of the new Star Wars: Rebels animated series that just finished up on Disney XD.

Do you have comments on this episode? MP3 audio, emails, Tweets and Facebook feedback welcome! Here's how you can contact the hosts:

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Category:general -- posted at: 8:56pm EDT

In this special edition news show, we discuss a few topics including the unfortunate passing of Star Trek's Leonard Nimoy, Rebels, books, movies and more.

Next time, we'll be back to pure Star Wars. We're very exicted to discuss the newest novel in the Star Wars canon, Heir to the Jedi by Kevin Hearne.

We hope you'll be able to read it along with us. If you do, feel tree to send your thoughts on Heir to the Jedi or any of the other books we've discussed to swstacksshow@gmail.com.

LLAP!

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Category:general -- posted at: 7:39pm EDT

In episode 13, we review the second novel based on Star Wars: The Old Republic MMO, Deceived, written by Paul S. Kemp (Publication Date: March 22, 2011). 

Not much in the news aside from a big spoiler dump (which we won't post, find it if you'd like to read it) and rumours that J.J. Abrams is petitioning Disney to move the release date to summer.

Next, we give our spoiler-free synopsis and general opinions on the book.

Once that is out of the way, we get into the spoiler section where we get down and dirty with the story. If you haven't finished the book, or haven't started it yet, listen to the first half of this episode then pause it when you hear the alert. Return to this episode of the Star Wars Stacks when you have finished the novel and are ready to hear the full discussion. 

Because this book takes place in the time frame of the MMO, there is a great trailer which illustrates a major event at the beginning of the book, see it here: http://youtu.be/wOLANti8UCY

In two weeks we'll have our usual general disucssion show. After that we'll be disucssing our next book: Heir to the Jedi by Kevin Hearne. This is the next book to come out in the "new" Star Wars canon so we're excited to read it!

Do you have comments on this episode? MP3 audio, emails, Tweets and Facebook feedback welcome! Here's how you can contact the hosts:

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Category:general -- posted at: 9:34am EDT

Time for another news special edition. This time we welcome Rico from the Treks in Sci Fi podcast (http://treksinscifi.com/) to discuss current Star Wars movie news & rumours, comics, TV and much more!

Here are a few items we discussed:

Disney CEO Confirms Release Years for ‘Star Wars Episode VIII’ and ‘IX,’ Teases More Trilogies: http://www.slashfilm.com/bob-iger-star-wars-sequel-trilogy/

‘Star Wars’ Standalone Testing Rooney & Kate Mara, Felicity Jones and ‘Orphan Black’s’ Tatiana Maslany:  http://www.slashfilm.com/rooney-mara-tatiana-maslany-star-wars-standalone/ 

How George Lucas' Star Wars 7 Ideas Were Used By Disney: http://www.cinemablend.com/new/How-George-Lucas-Star-Wars-7-Ideas-Were-Used-By-Disney-69271.html

Director of The Phantom Menace says today’s movies lack substance: http://www.avclub.com/article/director-phantom-menace-says-todays-movies-lack-su-214571 

Marvel Star Wars #1: http://subscriptions.marvel.com/store/ipd.asp?spid=1105 

Disney Eyeing Chris Pratt For Indiana Jones Revival: http://deadline.com/2015/01/chris-pratt-indiana-jones-guardians-of-the-galaxy-disney-1201360637/ 

Next time, Jen will be back with us and we'll have our scheudled book discussion show covering Old Republic: Decieved

Enjoy!

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Category:general -- posted at: 3:45pm EDT

In episode 12, we discuss the second novel released into the new Star Wars canon, Tarkin, written by James Luceno (Publication Date: November 4, 2014).

News-wise:

Billy-Dee Williams will be repising his role as Lando in Rebels.

The full Force Awakens trailer is rumoured to be coming in front of Avengers 2.

Next, we get into the spoiler-free section where we give the "back cover" plot summary and our overall opinions of the book.

Then, we get into the spoiler section where we get down and dirty with the story. If you haven't finished the book, or haven't started it yet, listen to the first half of this episode then pause it when you hear the alert. Return to this episode of the Star Wars Stacks when you have finished the novel and are ready to hear the full discussion. 

In two weeks we'll have our usual general disucssion show. After that we'll be disucssing our next book: The Old Republic: Deceived by Paul S. Kemp.

Do you have comments on this episode? MP3 audio, emails, Tweets and Facebook feedback welcome! Here's how you can contact the hosts:

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Direct download: SWStacks-Episode-12-Tarkin.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 8:29am EDT

A bit of a different show to kick off 2015!

We got together with our good friend and theme song creator Rick Moyer and chat about a bunch of geeky stuff we remember from 2014. We talk about everything from Star Wars to Trek to comics to Mad Men to video games to Sony Walkman and more.

So a big variety of topics this time around just for fun, hope you enjoy our very free form chat!

In about 2 weeks we'll get together for our regular book discussion where we'll discuss our January novel, Tarkin.

Find more info about Rick at http://rickmoyer.com/ and http://www.takehimwithyou.com/wordpress/

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Category:general -- posted at: 7:53am EDT

In episode ten of The Star Wars Stacks, Chris, Jen and Joe discuss the newly published novel A New Dawn, written by John Jackson Miller (Publication Date: September 2, 2014).

First, we discuss the recent reveal of some episode 7 character names.

Next, we get into the spoiler free section where we give a "back cover" overview of the novel and our initial general impressions.

Finally, we spoil the heck out of the book. After the alerts we get into the spoiler seciton. If you haven't finished the book, or haven't started it yet, listen to the first half of this episode then pause it when you hear the alert. Return to this episode of the Star Wars Stacks when you have finished the novel and are ready to hear the full discussion. 

One month from now, The Star Wars Stacks will release the next episode: a review of the newly released novel, Tarkin, by James Luceno. Do you have comments on this episode? MP3 audio, emails, Tweets and Facebook feedback welcome! Here's how you can contact the hosts:

Email: swstacksshow@gmail.com

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Check out the hosts' other podcasts:

ChrisRag Tag Fugative Podcast (classic Battlestar Galactica): ragtagfugitivepodcast.com

Joe: The Upper Memory Block (classic games): umbcast.com

Jen: Anomaly (sci-fi/fantasy/general geek talk shows): anomalypodcast.com

Direct download: SWStacks-Episode-10-A-New-Dawn.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 12:46am EDT

The Episode VII trailer came out, so the three of us got together to chat about it!

We hope you enjoy the discussion!

Next episode, we'll be discussing John Jackson Miller's recent novel, A New Dawn.

As always, we want your comments, this is how you can get them to us:

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Category:general -- posted at: 10:12pm EDT

In episode eight of The Star Wars Stacks, Chris, Jen and Joe discuss Shadows of the Empire, written by Steve Perry (Publication Date: April 1, 1996).

Before the book though, we discuss a little bit about the major episode 7 concept art leak.

Next, we get into the spoiler free section where we give a "back cover" overview of the novel and our initial general impressions.

Finally, we spoil the heck out of the book. After the alerts we get into the spoiler seciton. If you haven't finished the book, or haven't started it yet, listen to the first half of this episode then pause it when you hear the alert. Return to this episode of the Star Wars Stacks when you have finished the novel and are ready to hear the full discussion. 

One month from now, The Star Wars Stacks will release the next episode: a review of the newly released novel, A New Dawn by John Jackson Miller. Do you have comments on this episode? MP3 audio, emails, Tweets and Facebook feedback welcome! Here's how you can contact the hosts:

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Check out the hosts' other podcasts:

ChrisRag Tag Fugative Podcast (classic Battlestar Galactica): ragtagfugitivepodcast.com

Joe: The Upper Memory Block (classic games): umbcast.com

Jen: Anomaly (sci-fi/fantasy/general geek talk shows): anomalypodcast.com

Direct download: Star_Wars_Stacks_8-Shadows_of_the_Empire.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 11:00pm EDT

Jen's busy so Chris and Joe talk about games, Rebels, episode 7 rumours and more!

We hope you enjoy the discussion!

Next month, we'll get back to our regular schedule with an episode covering Shadows of the Empire. As always, we want your comments, this is how you can get them to us:

Email: swstacksshow@gmail.com

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Find more info at our website: swstacks.com

Rate The Star Wars Stacks on Stitcher and/or iTunes. Your stars and thumbs up help others discover the show. Please share a link with your friends too.

Thanks for listening!

Check out the hosts' other podcasts:

Chris: Rag Tag Fugitive Podcast (classic Battlestar Galactica): ragtagfugitivepodcast.com

Joe: The Upper Memory Block (classic games): umbcast.com

 

Jen: Anomaly (sci-fi/fantasy/general geek talk shows): anomalypodcast.com

 

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In this second special edition episode, Chris interviews John Jackson Miller, author of Kenobi (http://www.amazon.com/Kenobi-Star-Wars-Legends-ebook/dp/B00BO4GR08) in addition to the upcoming TV-tie in novel, A New Dawn (http://www.amazon.com/New-Dawn-Star-Wars-ebook/dp/B00IWTSGKC) amongst many other things. 

We hope you enojy the discussion!

Also, don't forget our upcoming regular episode covering Shadows of the Empire, coming up soon! As always, we want your comments, this is how you can get them to us:

Email: swstacksshow@gmail.com

Facebook: facebook.com/thestarwarsstacks

Twitter: twitter.com/swstacksshow

Find more info at our website: swstacks.com

Rate The Star Wars Stacks on Stitcher and/or iTunes. Your stars and thumbs up help others discover the show. Please share a link with your friends too.

Thanks for listening!

Check out the hosts' other podcasts:

Chris: Rag Tag Fugative Podcast (classic Battlestar Galactica): ragtagfugitivepodcast.com

Joe: The Upper Memory Block (classic games): umbcast.com

Jen: Anomaly (sci-fi/fantasy/general geek talk shows): anomalypodcast.com

 

Direct download: Star_Wars_Stacks_Episode_6-Special_Edition-John_Jackson_Miller.mp3
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In episode five of The Star Wars Stacks, Chris, Jen and Joe discuss the third and final novel in the Thrawn trilogy, The Last Command, written by Timothy Zhan (Publication Date: April 1, 1993).

Before the main topic, we discuss a bit of movie news, including Harisson Ford's recent injury and some minor casting news for Episode VII. We also discuss Kevin Smith's visit to the Episode VII set. Read more about it here:  http://www.slashfilm.com/video-kevin-smith-star-wars-episode-7-set-visit/

In book news, Del Rey released the 2014 Star Wars sampler, an eBook containing excerpts from the next four Star Wars canon novels scehduled to come out in 2014 and 2015. Get it free at: http://atrandom.com/starwars2014sampler/

Next, we get into the spoiler free section where we give a "back cover" overview of the novel and our initial general impressions.

Finally, the good stuff. After the alerts we get into the spoiler seciton. If you haven't finished the book, or haven't started it yet, listen to the first half of this episode then pause it when you hear the alert. Return to this episode of the Star Wars Stacks when you have finished the novel and are ready to hear the full discussion. 

One month from now, The Star Wars Stacks will release the next episode: a review of Shadows of the Empire by Steve Perry. Do you have comments on this episode? MP3 audio, emails, Tweets and Facebook feedback welcome! Here's how you can contact the hosts:

Email: swstacksshow@gmail.com

Visit our new website at swstacks.com

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Rate The Star Wars Stacks on Stitcher and/or iTunes. Your stars and thumbs up help others discover the show. Please share a link with your friends too.

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Check out the hosts' other podcasts:

ChrisRag Tag Fugative Podcast (classic Battlestar Galactica): ragtagfugitivepodcast.com

Joe: The Upper Memory Block (classic games): umbcast.com

Jen: Anomaly (sci-fi/fantasy/general geek talk shows): anomalypodcast.com

Direct download: Star_Wars_Stacks_Episode_5-The_Last_Command.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 8:52pm EDT

In the fourth episode of The Star Wars Stacks, Chris, Jen and Joe discuss the second novel in the Thrawn trilogy, Dark Force Rising, written by Timothy Zhan (Publication Date: June 1, 1992).

We begin by discussing a bit of Episode VII news including casting and general secrecy surrounding the production, in addition to what small tidbits have been let out for public consuption.

Next, we get into the spoiler free section where we give a "back cover" overview of the novel and our initial general impressions.

Finally, the good stuff. After the alerts we get into the spoiler seciton. If you haven't finished the book, or haven't started it yet, listen to the first half of this episode then pause it when you hear the alert. Return to this episode of the Star Wars Stacks when you have finished the novel and are ready to hear the full discussion. 

One month from now, The Star Wars Stacks will release the next episode: a review of The Last Command by Timothy Zahn. Do you have comments on this episode? MP3 audio, emails, Tweets and Facebook feedback welcome! Here's how you can contact the hosts:

Email: swstacksshow@gmail.com

Visit our new website at swstacks.com

Facebook: facebook.com/thestarwarsstacks

Twitter: twitter.com/swstacksshow

Rate The Star Wars Stacks on Stitcher and/or iTunes. Your stars and thumbs up help others discover the show. Please share a link with your friends too.

Thank you so much for listening!

Check out the hosts' other podcasts:

ChrisRag Tag Fugative Podcast (classic Battlestar Galactica): ragtagfugitivepodcast.com

Joe: The Upper Memory Block (classic games): umbcast.com

Jen: Anomaly (sci-fi/fantasy/general geek talk shows): anomalypodcast.com

Direct download: Star_Wars_Stacks-Episode_4-Dark_Force_Rising.mp3
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Happy Star Wars Day! In celebration of May the 4th, we're giving you all a special episode!

 

On April 25th, 2014 Disney/Lucasfilm announced their future plans for the existing and futre Star Wars EU (http://starwars.com/news/the-legendary-star-wars-expanded-universe-turns-a-new-page.html).

 

In light of this Alderaan-shattering news, we sit down for a quick discussion of the news along with the first set of books that have been announced.

 

May the 4th be with you!

 

Don't forget about our next full episode covering the second book in the Thrawn Trilogy, Dark Force Rising. We want your comments! Here's how to get them to us:

 

Email: swstacksshow@gmail.com

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Our web page is in the works...

Rate The Star Wars Stacks on Stitcher and/or iTunes. Your stars and thumbs up help others discover the show. Please share a link with your friends too.

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Check out the hosts' other podcasts:

ChrisRag Tag Fugative Podcast (classic Battlestar Galactica): ragtagfugitivepodcast.com

Joe: The Upper Memory Block (classic games): umbcast.com

Jen: Anomaly (sci-fi/fantasy/general geek talk shows): anomalypodcast.com

Direct download: Star_Wars_Stacks-Episode_3-Special_Edition-State_of_the_EU.mp3
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In the second edition of The Star Wars Stacks, Chris, Jen and Joe discuss the novel that robooted the Star Wars EU, Heir to the Empire, written by Timothy Zhan (Publication Date: May 1, 1991). The first portion of this episode is spoiler free and alerts are given before spoilers are discussed. If you haven't finished the book, or haven't started it yet, listen to the first half of this episode then pause it when you hear the alert. Return to this episode of the Star Wars Stacks when you have finished the novel and are ready to hear the full discussion. 

One month from now, The Star Wars Stacks will release the next episode: a review of Dark Force Rising by Timothy Zahn. Do you have comments on this episode? MP3 audio, emails, Tweets and Facebook feedback welcome! Here's how you can contact the hosts:

Email: swstacksshow@gmail.com

Facebook: facebook.com/thestarwarsstacks

Twitter: twitter.com/swstacksshow

Our web page is in the works...

Rate The Star Wars Stacks on Stitcher and/or iTunes. Your stars and thumbs up help others discover the show. Please share a link with your friends too.

Thank you so much for listening!

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ChrisRag Tag Fugative Podcast (classic Battlestar Galactica): ragtagfugitivepodcast.com

Joe: The Upper Memory Block (classic games): umbcast.com

Jen: Anomaly (sci-fi/fantasy/general geek talk shows): anomalypodcast.com

Direct download: Star_Wars_Stacks_Episode_2-Heir_to_the_Empire.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:11am EDT

In their first official edition of The Star Wars Stacks, Chris, Jen and Joe discuss the Star Wars Expanded Universe novel: "Millenium Falcon", written by James Luceno (Publication Date: October 21, 2008). The first portion of this episode is spoiler free and alerts are given before spoilers are discussed. If you haven't finished the book, or haven't started it yet, listen to the first half of this episode then pause it when you hear the alert. Return to episode one of the Star Wars Stacks when you have finished the novel and are ready to hear the full discussion. WARNING: This novel contains spoilers regarding the outcome of the Legacy of the Force series (Jacen Solo in particular).

One month from now, The Star Wars Stacks will release the next episode: a review of Heir to the Empire by Timothy Zahn. Do you have comments on this episode? MP3 audio, emails, Tweets and Facebook feedback welcome! Here's how you can contact the hosts:

swstacksshow@gmail.com

Facebook: facebook.com/thestarwarsstacks

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Our web page is in the works...

Be the first to rate The Star Wars Stacks on Stitcher and/or iTunes. Your stars and thumbs up help others discover the show. Please share a link with your friends too.

Thank you so much for listening!

Check out the hosts' other podcasts:

Chris: Rag Tag Fugative Podcast (classic Battlestar Galactica): ragtagfugitivepodcast.com

Joe: The Upper Memory Block (classic games): umbcast.com

Jen: Anomaly (sci-fi/fantasy/general geek talk shows): anomalypodcast.com

 

 

 

 

Direct download: StarWarsStacksE1_MillenniumFalcon.mp3
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Direct download: Star_Wars_Stacks-Episode_Zero.mp3
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