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TALKING BAY 94 is the only Star Wars podcast solely devoted to interviews with the cast, crew and creators from a galaxy far, far away. Join host Brandon Wainerdi (huge DVD special feature dork), for a weekly deep dive into some never-before-heard stories from the set and Skywalker Ranch. From background aliens to some of the biggest stars in the universe, TALKING BAY 94 will be trying to talk to them all, every Wednesday.
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A podcast about heroes, princesses, scoundrels, hokey religions, ancient weapons, and all things Star Wars, hosted by Adam Russell, Mike Forester, Nick Ghanbarian, and William Ryan Key.
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It has often been said that Star Wars changed the way movies were made, but it also fundamentally changed the way they were seen. Featuring stories from a diverse ensemble of fans from around the world and across generations, the Star Wars at the Movies Podcast logs personal, firsthand accounts that define the saga’s eras of theatrical exhibition and sustain a popular culture that is still thriving. The show presents an international oral history which delves into the lasting impact of seein ...
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Ask us anything. That's what AMA means. Subscribe to Thank the Maker on YouTube Support Thank the Maker on Patreon:patreon.com/thankthemakerpod Find the finest garments and accessories in the galaxy at rsvlts.com"! Share the show in your stories and tag us to receive a unique discount code on your first purchase from RSVLTS Donate to "WHAT CHOICE? …
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Charles Soule Returns: A Journey into the End of The High Republic and TRIALS OF THE JEDI
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This is a very special sit-down interview with best-selling Star Wars author Charles Soule, going in-depth into the end of The High Republic and his latest novel, Trials of the Jedi ... all recorded live from his hotel lobby during Fan Expo Dallas last month. Charles and I first spoke back in 2023 at Star Wars Celebration London and a LOT has happe…
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#272 - Star Wars Has Always Been Political (ft. Alex Damon of Star Wars Explained)
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From Tony Gilroy's Andor, all the way back to George Lucas's 1977 original film, Star Wars has always been political. Subscribe to Thank the Maker on YouTube Subscribe to Star Wars Explained on YouTube Support Thank the Maker on Patreon:patreon.com/thankthemakerpod Find the finest garments and accessories in the galaxy at rsvlts.com"! Share the sho…
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Tony Gilroy, Alan Tudyk, and Margit Pfeiffer: LIVE from Lucasfilm (Roundtable)
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Today is maybe the most insane episode of Talking Bay 94 ever: a jam-packed, three parter featuring my in-person, roundtable interviews with the cast and crew of ANDOR … live from Lucasfilm headquarters in San Francisco. Hear from Tony Gilroy (Showrunner), Alan Tudyk (K-2SO), and Margit Pfeiffer (Supervising Sound Editor). Needless to say, this was…
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#271 - Who is Tales of the Underworld Made For?
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Who are Tales of the Underworld and the other animated Tales series made for? Subscribe to Thank the Maker on YouTubeSupport Thank the Maker on Patreon:patreon.com/thankthemakerpod Find the finest garments and accessories in the galaxy at rsvlts.com"! Share the show in your stories and tag us to receive a unique discount code on your first purchase…
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The Prequel 20th Anniversary Saga is Complete as REVENGE OF THE SITH is revisited and recontextualized through memories past and present. Broc Walker and I remember Celebration III and our last big screen experience from 2005, Steve Sansweet tells the tale of the infamous San Diego Comic Con Episode III title reveal and Skye Paine relives attending…
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Dan Zehr, Amy Ratcliffe, and Megan Crouse: The Authors of the STAR WARS ENCYCLOPEDIA (Part 2)
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Today is part two of my interview with my co-authors on the recent Star Wars Encyclopedia from DK. Today’s episode is with Dan Zehr, Amy Ratcliffe (returning!), and Megan Crouse. I am so lucky that my first official Star Wars book involved working alongside these super talented and super kind people, and it is my honor to bring you their stories! D…
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What did Star Wars Celebration Japan reveal about what's next? Subscribe to Thank the Maker on YouTube Support Thank the Maker on Patreon: patreon.com/thankthemakerpod Find the finest garments and accessories in the galaxy at rsvlts.com"! Share the show in your stories and tag us to receive a unique discount code on your first purchase from RSVLTS …
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How has Tony Gilroy's Andor series changed the past and future of Star Wars? Subscribe to Thank the Maker on YouTube Support Thank the Maker on Patreon: patreon.com/thankthemakerpod Find the finest garments and accessories in the galaxy at rsvlts.com"! Donate to "WHAT CHOICE? - Star Wars Fans For Abortion Access" at gofundme. Get Thank the Maker me…
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Amy Richau, Kelly Knox, and Dan Brooks: The Authors of the STAR WARS ENCYCLOPEDIA (Part 1)
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This is part one of my interview with my fellow co-authors on the recent Star Wars Encyclopedia from DK. Today’s episode is with Amy Richau (returning from our Celebration Anaheim LIVE episode!), Kelly Knox and Dan Brooks, while next week will focus on the rest of the talented team! I am so lucky that my first official Star Wars book involved worki…
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"After all of this. What a bitter ending." - Kleya Marki Let's wrap up the emotional series finale of Andor season 2 with Nick and Mike! Subscribe to Thank the Maker on YouTube Support Thank the Maker on Patreon: patreon.com/thankthemakerpod Find the finest garments and accessories in the galaxy at rsvlts.com"! Donate to "WHAT CHOICE? - Star Wars F…
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Marti Matulis: Vane from THE MANDALORIAN and SKELETON CREW
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Today is my interview with Marti Matulis, the creature performer and actor who portrayed Vane in The Mandalorian and Skeleton Crew, live from the hallways of Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025. Marti was so great to talk with and has so much passion and energy for both his profession and for the Star Wars galaxy. It was such a thrill to talk with him…
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#267 - Andor Season 2, Episodes 7-9 BREAKDOWN
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"The death of truth is the ultimate victory of evil" - Mon Mothma Let's dive in to the incredible third chapter of Andor season 2 with returning podcast co-founder, William Ryan Key Subscribe to Thank the Maker on YouTube Support Thank the Maker on Patreon: patreon.com/thankthemakerpod Find the finest garments and accessories in the galaxy at rsvlt…
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Rob Coleman: LIVE from Star Wars Celebration 2025
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Today is my interview with the legendary ILM animation director Rob Coleman, live from Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025. This is the recording of the official TB94 panel on the Holonet News Stage, which occurred on Saturday morning of Celebration. Mr. Coleman has topped my list for potential interview subjects for years now, so this was a real drea…
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#266 - Andor Season 2 Episodes 4-6 BREAKDOWN
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It's Star Wars. Calibrate your enthusiasm. Subscribe to Thank the Maker on YouTube Support Thank the Maker on Patreon: patreon.com/thankthemakerpod Find the finest garments and accessories in the galaxy at rsvlts.com"! Donate to "WHAT CHOICE? - Star Wars Fans For Abortion Access" at gofundme. Get Thank the Maker merch: thankthemakermerch.com Thank …
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#265 - Andor Season 2 Premiere BREAKDOWN
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Cassian Andor and Bix Caleen and Brasso and Luthen Rael and Mon Mothma and Vel Sartha and Cinta Kaz and Dedra Meero and Syril Karn and Orson Krennic oh my! Subscribe to Thank the Maker on YouTube Support Thank the Maker on Patreon: patreon.com/thankthemakerpod Find the finest garments and accessories in the galaxy at rsvlts.com"! Donate to "WHAT CH…
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#264 - Recap: Star Wars Celebration Japan
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Live from the hotel room, Adam and Mike give an overview of the premieres, exclusives, panels and people of Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025! Subscribe to Thank the Maker on YouTube Support Thank the Maker on Patreon: patreon.com/thankthemakerpod Find the finest garments and accessories in the galaxy at rsvlts.com"! Donate to "WHAT CHOICE? - Star W…
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As is tradition on a podcast that doesn't speculate, we're going to speculate and just call it a game. It's time for Andor Season 2 predictions! Los Angeles Wildfire Victim Support LA Strikes Back. Subscribe to Thank the Maker on YouTube Support Thank the Maker on Patreon: patreon.com/thankthemakerpod Find the finest garments and accessories in the…
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#262 - Star Wars Celebration - The History (ft. Kara DJ)
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We CELEBRATE Star Wars fandom with Kara DJ. Devoted student of of the history, impact and cultural significance of Star Wars Fandom, Star Wars Celebration and how vital the connection of this community is to the Star Wars franchise. She is publisher and host of the “Into A Larger World” fanzine & podcast and the ever intrepid searcher of the truth …
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#261 - Andor Season 2 Official Trailer Breakdown
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The second official Andor Season 2 trailer is here! We break it down frame by frame! Andor Season 2 Official Trailer Watch it here!.Subscribe to Thank the Maker on
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#260 - Star Wars Celebration 2025 - What to Expect
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With one month to go until SWCJ, we talk about what we're stoked to experience at the convention. Los Angeles Wildfire Victim Support LA Strikes Back. Subscribe to Thank the Maker on YouTube Support Thank the Maker on Patreon: patreon.com/thankthemakerpod Find the finest garments and accessories in the galaxy at rsvlts.com" Donate to "WHAT CHOICE? …
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Fon Davis: Prequel Trilogy Model Maker and BattleBots Judge
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Today is an interview with the incredibly talented model maker and visual effects artist, Fon Davis. My wife and I took Fon and his girlfriend out for some Texas BBQ (LeRoy and Lewis, please sponsor the show) while they were in Austin for South by Southwest ... and then we sat around with a beer or two and chatted all about Fon’s time working on th…
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Ep 26: Lee Phillip and the Stars of STAR WARS with Lezlie Sawyer
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Actress, cosplayer, first generation fan and Chicagoland native Lezlie Sawyer recounts her day on the set of the legendary Lee Phillip Show with the original STAR WARS trio of Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher and Harrison Ford, along with early convention-going memories and the feelings of hope and inspiration that the Galaxy Far, Far Away has continuall…
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#259 - Emily Swallow of The Mandalorian - Interview
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Under the helmet with The Armorer herself, the lovely and talented Emily Swallow. Follow Emily Swallow. Los Angeles Wildfire Victim Support LA Strikes Back. Subscribe to Thank the Maker on YouTube Support Thank the Maker on Patreon: patreon.com/thankthemakerpod Find the finest garments and accessories in the galaxy at rsvlts.com"! Donate to "WHAT C…
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#258 - Did the Star Wars Galactic Starcruiser Actually Fail? (ft. Nick Tierce)
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Is it lore or is it done?! We delve into the truth about Galactic Starcruiser with special guest: immersive entertainment designer Nick Tierce. Follow Nick Tierce. Los Angeles Wildfire Victim Support LA Strikes Back. Subscribe to Thank the Maker on YouTube Support Thank the Maker on Patreon: patreon.com/thankthemakerpod Find the finest garments and…
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The official Andor Season 2 Trailer is here! We break it down frame by frame. . Subscribe to Thank the Maker onYouTube Support Thank the Maker on Patreon: patreon.com/thankthemakerpod Find the finest garments and accessories in the galaxy at rsvlts.com"! Donate to "WHAT CHOICE? - Star Wars Fans For Abortion Access" at gofundme. Get Thank the Maker …
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#256 - Rancho Obi-Wan: World’s Largest Star Wars Collection (ft. Steve Sansweet)
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Rancho Obi-Wan founder Steve Sansweet joins the podcast to talk about his world record-holding, largest Star Wars memorabilia collection, as well as the highly-anticipated Saga Museum, which will unite his massive archive with three other of the world's largest Star Wars collections! Explore Rancho Obi-Wan. Learn more about The Saga Museum. Subscri…
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#255 - Thank the Maker 5th Anniversary Episode!!
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Ryan Key rejoins the crew for this look back on five years of TTM. Subscribe to Thank the Maker on Support Thank the Maker on Patreon: Use promo code THANKTHEMAKER at to get 20% off your first purchase! Donate to "WHAT CHOICE? - Star Wars Fans For Abortion Access" at . Get Thank the Maker merch: Thank The Maker Network on social media: Follow the h…
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#254 - Space Dive: An Immersive Star Wars Experience (ft. Keven Carter of Space Dive 313)
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Keven Carter of SPACE DIVE 313 talks about building an immersive Star Wars experience in the heart of Detroit, MI. Subscribe to Thank the Maker on Support Thank the Maker on Patreon: Use promo code THANKTHEMAKER at to get 20% off your first purchase! Donate to "WHAT CHOICE? - Star Wars Fans For Abortion Access" at . Get Thank the Maker merch: Thank…
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#253 - Star Wars is Emo (again) Ft. Deon Rexroat
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Deon Rexroat of ANBERLIN talks Star Wars, playing the deep cuts on tour, picking the perfect track for MOSH EISLEY and maybe even A FLOCK OF SEAGULLS? Subscribe to Thank the Maker on YouTube Support Thank the Maker on Patreon: patreon.com/thankthemakerpod Use promo code THANKTHEMAKER at rsvlts.com" to get 20% off your first purchase! Donate to "WHA…
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#252 - Skeleton Crew FULL SEASON 1 REVIEW
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Skeleton Crew FULL SEASON 1 REVIEW Subscribe to Thank the Maker on YouTube Support Thank the Maker on Patreon: patreon.com/thankthemakerpod Use promo code THANKTHEMAKER at rsvlts.com" to get 20% off your first purchase! Donate to "WHAT CHOICE? - Star Wars Fans For Abortion Access" at gofundme. Get Thank the Maker merch: thankthemakermerch.com Thank…
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#251 - Skeleton Crew SEASON 1 FINALE REVIEW
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Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Season 1 Finale! - Episode 8: The Real Good Guys Subscribe to Thank the Maker on YouTube Support Thank the Maker on Patreon: patreon.com/thankthemakerpod Find the finest garments and accessories in the galaxy at rsvlts.com"! Donate to "WHAT CHOICE? - Star Wars Fans For Abortion Access" at gofundme. Get Thank the Maker merch…
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Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Season 1, Episode 7: We're Gonna Be In So Much Trouble Subscribe to Thank the Maker on YouTube Support Thank the Maker on Patreon: patreon.com/thankthemakerpod Find the finest garments and accessories in the galaxy at rsvlts.com"! Donate to "WHAT CHOICE? - Star Wars Fans For Abortion Access" at gofundme. Get Thank the Maker…
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Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Season 1, Episode 6 | Zero Friends Again Subscribe to Thank the Maker on Support Thank the Maker on Patreon: Find the finest garments and accessories in the galaxy at ! Donate to "WHAT CHOICE? - Star Wars Fans For Abortion Access" at . Get Thank the Maker merch: Thank The Maker on social media: Follow the hosts on social me…
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Rest in Peace: Angus MacInnes (1947 - 2024)
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It has now been reported that Canadian actor Angus MacInnes passed away just before Christmas. Known to Star Wars fans as Gold Leader ("Dutch Vander") in the original film, Mr. MacInnes was a world-class actor with parts in Eyes Wide Shut, Rollerball, and so many other iconic films. I am re-publishing our live interview from 2019, which briefly sho…
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A commemorative caravan of interviews and anecdotes celebrates the 40th Anniversary of THE EWOK ADVENTURE. Jason Gibner remembers tuning into the stereo broadcast, Amy Sjoberg guides a tour of international CARAVAN collectibles and composer Peter Bernstein shares memories from his time on the film and insight on the music’s creation. Plus, addition…
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Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Season 1, Episode 5 You Have A Lot To Learn About Pirates Subscribe to Thank the Maker on YouTube Support Thank the Maker on Patreon: patreon.com/thankthemakerpod Find the finest garments and accessories in the galaxy at rsvlts.com"! Donate to "WHAT CHOICE? - Star Wars Fans For Abortion Access" at gofundme. Get Thank the Ma…
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Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Season 1, Episode 4 Can't Say I Remember No At Attin Subscribe to Thank the Maker on YouTube Support Thank the Maker on Patreon: patreon.com/thankthemakerpod Find the finest garments and accessories in the galaxy at rsvlts.com"! Donate to "WHAT CHOICE? - Star Wars Fans For Abortion Access" at gofundme. Get Thank the Maker m…
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Nathan Hamill: Artist, Naboo Citizen, and Resistance Soldier
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Today is an interview with extremely talented artist, Naboo citizen and Resistance soldier, Nathan Hamill. This is such a fun conversation about art and inspiration, as well as, of course, Star Wars cameos. We are then joined by Nathan’s co-author Eric Filipkowski to talk about their new book collecting their comic strip, 2 Dumb Dinos. A fun interv…
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Dr. David West Reynolds: The Real Life Indiana Jones
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Today is an interview with the legendary Dr. David West Reynolds. This is such an incredible conversation, delving into Dr. Reynold’s iconic film archaeology work in Tunisia, as well as the creation of the original DK Visual Dictionaries, The Phantom Menace teaser trailer, and so much more. It’s a real thrill of an episode for me. So thank you so m…
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