Rebel Force Radio: Star Wars Podcast

George Lucas Criticizes Hollywood | Cinema Relics' Dan Lanigan 17.07.2026 2j 12min

We're joined In The Cantina by Cinema Relics' Dan Lanigan. Dan discusses his Star Wars fandom, his world-class movie prop collection, his TV show Prop Culture, and his work with Steve Sansweet on The Saga Vault. We look at highlights from a recent George Lucas interview where he shared blunt opinions about Hollywood's over-reliance on focus groups and the rise of AI in filmmaking. RFR is hitting the road! Find out where we're going next! What does Starkiller mean? Could it be a character's last name? Plus, memories from the premiere of Fanboys, a home video release for The Mandalorian and Grogu and more!

Star Wars: Starfighter Rumors | George Lucas Meets the Minions 10.07.2026 2j 16min

We look ahead to next year with the latest rumors about the upcoming Star Wars:Starfighter including a potential character name for Ryan Gosling. George Lucas is appearing in the latest film from the Despicable Me franchise, Minions and Monsters, now in theaters. We review his scene, learn how it happened, and look back at prior Lucas cameos in movies and TV. The Ninth Jedi is premiering next month and recently debuted a new trailer. We discuss and debate if the Star Wars anime experiment is working or not. Plus, we review listener feedback about what would make a great Darth Vader streaming show, listen to interview highlights from Amy Adams, highlights from The Saga Vault and more!

The Game Plan for Future Star Wars Revealed? 26.06.2026 2j 24min

According to an alleged leaked studio document, a "game plan" for the future of Star Wars has been devised and it includes very specific directives, like what era should all shows be based in, how often the films and shows should happen, and what's this about an "overarching framework" for all upcoming Star Wars stories? We look at what the document contains and provide our takes. Steve Sansweet, Star Wars fan ambassador, author, and Friend of RFR, checks in to tell us all about his amazing new show The Saga Vault. Steve reveals to us how he acquired his rocket-firing prototype Boba Fett action figure, and gets us caught up on everything happening at Rancho Obi-Wan. We love whenever Steve checks in! We compare the experiences of Maul: Shadow Lord and The Mandalorian and Grogu and pick which we liked best, we get the latest info about Star Wars: Starfighter via interview highlights from actor Matt Smith, we discuss the usage of Huttese in the Mando movie and more!

The Lost Lucas Tapes: When George Met Robin Williams 19.06.2026 2j 7min

A lost audio artifact has resurfaced, and it is pure pop culture gold! We're talking about the ultimate, mind-melting crossover event: George Lucas and Robin Williams going deep during the peak Attack of the Clones era. Back in the early 2000s, George Lucas sat down with Robin Williams for a wide-ranging conversation about Star Wars and filmmaking. This full interview was removed from the internet many years ago but it has been made available again and review a few choice highlights of when The Maker met Mork. Plus, we have clips of Brendan Wayne discussing The Mandalorian and Grogu, along with listener feedback about the Mando movie and the potential for a Cal Kestis film. And, was the quote "This Is The Way" stolen from Game of Thrones? Did Grogu once actually say "This is the way" in an episode of The Mandalorian? We break it all down and look ahead to next year's Star Wars: Starfighter with speculation about the plot, characters and more!

Star Wars: Starfighter Got Next 12.06.2026 2j 6min

With the release of The Mandalorian and Grogu in our rear windows, we're shifting focus to next year's Ryan Gosling-led Star Wars: Starfighter. We break down all the news and latest rumors, including stuff we've been told by those in-the-know. Plus, we review interview highlights from director Shawn Levy and Amy Adams. Will Starfighter be a lead-in for the next Star Wars trilogy? We discuss the possibility. But we're not done with the Mando movie - We review the Theater Ears app's Jon Favreau director commentary track and discuss the experience. Plus, listener feedback on the expectations placed on the film and the shifting tastes of filmgoers. And directly from the NBA Finals, Victor Wembanyama from the Spurs is a huge Star Wars fan and we look at the evidence.

THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU | Hot Takes with Kyle Newman 05.06.2026 2j 17min

The release of a new Star Wars film wouldn't be complete without checking in with filmmaker Kyle Newman to get his thoughts on the latest addition to the saga. Kyle joins us In The Cantina with his review of The Mandalorian and Grogu and provides insight as both an industry insider and Star Wars superfan. We've collected a ton of cool interview highlights from Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni and Pedro Pascal discussing the Mando movie and screenwriter Damon Lindelof recently spoke about the Rey "New Jedi Order" film script he worked on before getting fired off the project. We hear what he had to say. Plus, listener feedback, a new RFR parody song, and we pay tribute to Marcia Lucas and Tom Kane.

The Mandalorian and Grogu: Live Call-In After Show 27.05.2026 2j 38min

You saw the movie, now the conversation continues on Rebel Force Radio with THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU: "After the After Show" live call-in show. We're breaking down our live event in Cleveland, revisiting moments from our first looks at the film, and diving into all the topics and situations within. Din! Grogu! Rotta! We discuss it all. The switchboard was open for your calls about Star Wars' next big-screen adventure and we hear what you have to say. This IS the way!

From Streaming to Cinema: A New Era for The Mandalorian 15.05.2026 2j 4min

One week until The Mandalorian and Grogu hits theaters! We share our hopes and expectations for this new Star Wars adventure and wonder if the popularity of Baby Yoda will translate into box office success. Hot off his stunning appearance in Maul: Shadow Lord, Darth Vader is in the news spotlight this week as Dave Filoni recently discussed the lore of Vader. And speaking of Darth, The Dark Lord himself debuted at Disneyland's Galaxy's Edge and we have highlights. Ever wonder what caused the death of Leia in The Rise of Skywalker? Swank has a great breakdown. Plus, the Ahsoka season two debut window has been revealed, RFR invades Ohio next week, and Listener Feedback presents us with the question "Is Disney bad at killing characters"?

Mando and Grogu Sneak Peek: The Good, The Bad, and The Baby 09.05.2026 2j 2min

The Mandalorian and Grogu debuted early footage on May the Fourth as fans were treated to the first 25 minutes of the film in IMAX, and RFR was there. We break down all the action and look forward to the film getting wide-release in a couple of weeks. We're basking in the wake of the kickass Maul: Shadow Lord season finale and the surprise appearance of a certain "Dark Lord". We go into the RFR Sound Lab to deconstruct some audio from Maul, like Sam Witwer's anguished screams getting incorporated into the sound of the lightsaber, the lightsaber itself "talking", a sound effect known as "Bone Leather" and more. And, Nielsen has revealed the numbers behind Star Wars viewership on Disney+, exposing which shows and movies are the most viewed on the platform. Find out what your fellow Star Wars fans are watching the most.

MAUL: SHADOW LORD After Show | SEASON FINALE 06.05.2026 2j 26min

It all comes down to this - The MAUL: SHADOW LORD Season One FINALE After Show, breaking down Episodes 9 and 10—"Chapter 9: Strange Allies" and "Chapter 10: The Dark Lord." Alliances are tested, secrets are revealed, and Maul's long game comes sharply into focus as the season reaches its explosive conclusion. We'll unpack the biggest moments, lingering questions, and what this finale means for Maul's future in Star Wars canon.

Mando Mania is Upon Us | The Mandalorian and Grogu 01.05.2026 2j 9min

The calendar has flipped to a new month, but it's not just any month. After six-and-a-half years, this month will finally see the return of Star Wars to movie theaters with The Mandalorian and Grogu. We're bracing ourselves for all the action by fueling up with fast food tie-ins, soaking up poster art, and breaking down Jon Favreau interviews. We say farewell to the legendary Star Wars Insider Magazine as its final issue is now appearing in subscribers' mailboxes, we compare Ezra Bridger's and Devon Izara's similarities and differences, and wonder if the current creators of Star Wars are leaning on George Lucas's influences too much. Plus, will Gina Carano return to Star Wars? And, somehow…Oscar Isaac has returned.

MAUL: SHADOW LORD After Show | Chapters 7 & 8 29.04.2026 2j 26min

We go inside Maul's head and breakdown Season 1, Episodes 7 and 8—"Chapter 7: Call to the Oblivion" and "Chapter 8: The Creeping Fear" and dig into the biggest turns, the pressure points, and what these chapters set up next—plus your theories, opinions, and "Blake's Take"

Breaking Down The Latest Mandalorian and Grogu Updates 24.04.2026 2j 23min

With the film opening a mere month away, the hype for The Mandalorian and Grogu has finally arrived. Tickets are now on sale, fan events are ramping up, and the cast and crew are kicking off media tours to promote the movie. We look at the final theatrical trailer and break down all the visuals shot-by-shot and we make more predictions about what will go down. Jon Favreau is talking to members of the media and we have highlights of the director discussing everything from Hutts to the Razor Crest to Martin Scorsese's cameo. Plus, we hear from Sigourney Weaver who talks about her character Col. Ward, and we look at the upcoming Mandalorian menu hitting Burger King on May the Fourth along with a history of Burger King promoting Star Wars going all the way back to 1977.

MAUL: SHADOW LORD After Show | Chapters 5 & 6 22.04.2026 2j 31min

We're breaking down the most intense chapters yet of the hit Disney+ Star Wars animated series, Maul: Shadow Lord. We go deep into Season One's latest episodes, Chapter 5: "Inquisition" and Chapter 6: "Night of the Hunted," as the Empire tightens its grip and the stakes rise for Brander Lawson, Devon and Daki on the planet Janix. Plus listener phone calls, Superchats and more!

MAUL: SHADOW LORD After Show | Chapters 3 & 4 16.04.2026 2j 33min

We're diving deep into Season One, "Chapter 3: Whispers in the Unknown" and "Chapter 4: Pride and Vengeance." We break down Maul's shifting power plays, his psychological games, and the growing tensions that are reshaping the criminal underworld of Janix. Plus, your phone calls!

LEGO Star Wars and the Power of Blocks 10.04.2026 1j 59min

Graham Hancock is the editor of Blocks Magazine, a killer mag dedicated to adult fans of all-things LEGO. Graham joins us In The Cantina to talk about the history of LEGO Star Wars and provide insight to the new LEGO "Smart Play" technology. Listener feedback leads us to ask the question - Was Obi-Wan capable of Force Healing? Hear what we think! Directors Phil Lord and Chris Miller were famously fired from Solo: A Star Wars Story. Recently, the pair discussed the potential of returning to the franchise to give it another try and we have the highlights. Plus, we can't stop talking about the Maul: Shadow Lord premiere, The Mandalorian and Grogu and more.

MAUL: SHADOW LORD After Show: Episodes 1 & 2 08.04.2026 2j 11min

RFR LIVE returns for our first MAUL: SHADOW LORD After Show, where we break down the premiere of this dark new chapter in the Star Wars saga. We're diving deep into the first two episodes, "The Dark Revenge" and "Sinister Schemes", to analyze every twist, power play, and glimpse into Maul's ruthless quest for revenge.

Maul: Shadow Lord Predictions with F.J. DeSanto 03.04.2026 2j 11min

The Potty-Mouthed Prophet returns! Filmmaker F.J. DeSanto returns to RFR with his takes on Star Wars hot topics, like how well will the Sequel Trilogy age? What will be the impact of generative A.I. videos on audience expectations for future Star Wars films? And of course, F.J. brings us his "Prophet or Loser" predictions about Maul: Shadow Lord. Ryan Gosling has been on the interview circuit lately to promote Project Hail Mary, and of course the topic of Star Wars: Starfighter keeps popping up. We have the highlights. Plus, updates on RFR Live in Cleveland with The Mandalorian and Grogu After Show, guest announcements for the Forest Moon Festival 2026, and more

All Maul: Darth Maul March Madness 27.03.2026 2j 1min

Sam Witwer. Dave Filoni. Ray Park. Some of the key creatives behind the creation of Darth Maul have appeared on RFR over the years to share insight and information about the evil Zabrak warrior. Celebrating the upcoming release of Maul: Shadow Lord, we bust open the archives to highlight top Maul moments from RFR history. How did Maul get spider legs? And why did he take over The Mandalorians? Get answers to these questions and more as we go mad for Maul!

The Age of Maul Begins 20.03.2026 2j 10min

We look at the all-new second trailer released for Maul: Shadow Lord for a shot-by-shot breakdown of every blast bolt, lightsaber stab, and Jedi backflip. Plus, we investigate clues that Maul will play a Batman-like vigilante role in Shadow Lord and more. And, Grogu at The Oscars, an ashtray found onboard the Millennium Falcon, and more buff Hutts.