This week on the podcast, hosts Josh and Blake, joined by their friend Darian, are discussing the latest Star Wars news from San Diego Comic-Con (SDCC). George Lucas's first Comic-Con appearance since 1976 to promote his upcoming Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, which will feature a vast collection of pop culture artifacts.

Our conversation shifts to Star Wars collectibles, including new Hasbro Black Series action figures and the new crowdfunding campaign for a highly-detailed, three-and-three-quarter-inch scale Republic Gunship. The Lucasfilm publishing announcements for upcoming books and comics, such as a Darth Grievous hyperspace story, a prequel novel for the Star Wars Outlaws video game, and a comic series introducing a new "boogeyman" character called the Nightlander.

Lastly, we dive into the cancellation of the Acolyte series, debating whether it was due to low viewership or the inflated budget? We also briefly discuss Josh's experience playing the new Indiana Jones and the Great Circle video game and their thoughts on spinoff shows.

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Jedi, Sith, and all the shades of the Force in between. Join us as we dive into the unknowns of the New Jedi Order era, picking apart clues from the novel Force Collector and the subtle hints woven throughout The Rise of Skywalker. What does the future hold for the galaxy's peacekeepers?

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Get ready to pull up a seat at the dejarik table! This month, Star Wars Escape Pod is injecting some pure fun into your feed with our brand new sub-series, Cantina Banter! Mixed right into our regular programming, these special episodes are all about casual chats, lively debates, and good old-fashioned banter about everything and anything in the galaxy far, far away. No mission briefings, just good vibes and great company. You won't want to miss it!

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Get ready to pull up a seat at the sabacc table! This month, Star Wars Escape Pod is injecting some pure fun into your feed with our brand new sub-series, Cantina Banter! Mixed right into our regular programming, these special episodes are all about casual chats, lively debates, and good old-fashioned banter about everything and anything in the galaxy far, far away. No mission briefings, just good vibes and great company. You won't want to miss it!

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Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad?

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Ever wondered what it's like to just hang out at a Cantina in a galaxy far, far away? Well, buckle up, because we're launching a brand-new sub-series on Star Wars Escape Pod: Cantina Banter!

Forget scripts and planned topics – we're heading to the Cantina for some chill, unscripted conversations. We'll be kicking back, letting the conversation flow wherever the Force takes us, and maybe even throwing in some Star Wars trivia challenges along the way. Think of it as our second hyperspace lane for entertainment, even if our chats in these aren't officially labeled a dedicated Star Wars podcast topic. It's all about pure, unadulterated fun, just like a good old-fashioned Cantina brawl... but with more talking and less dismembered limbs!

So, grab your favourite space beverage and get ready for some unplanned, unpredictable, and undeniably fun Cantina Banter!

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Join Josh, Blake, and Darian for an in-depth discussion on the evolution of Star Wars books! We're diving deep into the last five years, dissecting the current market, and comparing the modern era to the initial Disney releases. Discover what sets these periods apart, how they stack up against the old Legends (EU) material, and the strategies needed to navigate ever-shifting consumer demands.

Another news article about and oldie. Vader comics and the Palpatine / Shmi moment. Yeah. Let's dive in.

Jason Eaton Video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F8LlW4hG2NM

Jason Eaton Podcast Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rgvwcRtjPmQ

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Journey with us this week as we squeeze into the escape pod for a rapid-fire catch-up with co-host Bryce! We'll be dissecting the monumental conclusion of The High Republic, celebrating the resurgence of Battlefront 2, announcing the fortunate winners of our Orbitkey giveaway, and navigating through a galaxy of other topics. It's a quick, casual banter session you won't want to miss!

Giveaway Link: https://gleam.io/iQUiy/star-wars-orbitkey-giveaway-2

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PUNCH IT! STAR WARS GIVEAWAY FROM ORBITKEY

We only have 3 days left on the final star wars Orbitkey giveaway - make sure you throw your name in that hat! We chat new comics, books, and other great news right here in this mini episode! The link to do so is right here: https://gleam.io/iQUiy/star-wars-orbitkey-giveaway-2

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Have you checked out our flashcast called Star Wars Launch Pad?

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