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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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). 

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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/

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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

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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

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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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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)

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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!

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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.

 

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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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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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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.

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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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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!

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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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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.

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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/

Direct download: SWStacks-Episode-11-Our-Geek-Year.mp3
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