445: A CHRISTMAS CAROL in Pop Culture & History
Skywalking Through Neverland: Keeping the Star Wars Magic Alive
Release Date: 12/21/2023
LIVE Things We Want to Share: Maul - Shadow Lord Finale, May the 4th, and Trivia
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5/5/2026: Richard and Sarah celebrate May the 4th with stories from Burger King and Disneyland before diving into the final two episodes of Maul: Shadow Lord Season 1 with our Skywalkers leading the discussion. Dan Boris and Glenn Stein join the livestream, while others join the chat to share reactions, theories, and favorite moments. We follow this up with a round of Burger King trivia. How well do you know your fast food facts? Join us every Monday at 6pm PT on YouTube and Facebook for Things We Want to Share — a weekly livestream filled with stories, trivia, and community fun.
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555: Inquisitor Marrok Unmasked with Actor & Stunt Performer PAUL DARNELL
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What’s the real story behind Marrok from Ahsoka and Maul: Shadow Lord? Actor and stunt performer Paul Darnell joins Richard and Sarah for a behind-the-scenes look at bringing the mysterious Inquisitor to life. A master of storytelling through movement, Paul shares fascinating insights into performing as Marrok — including the surprising detail that Marrok’s mask had a removable face-plate so he could better see while filming. Paul also talks about other key scenes in Ahsoka, like portraying the Night Troopers falling down stairs for multiple takes as they battled Rosario Dawson as...
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554: MAUL - SHADOW LORD Deep Dive & mid-season Analysis
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There is no shortage of Star Wars content in 2026, and right now all eyes are on Maul: Shadow Lord. In this episode, we dive into the midpoint of the season (Episodes 1–6) and explore how the story is unfolding, especially through the insights we learned from our recent roundtable with voice actors Sam Witwer and Gideon Adlon. We explore Devon’s internal struggle, Maul’s influence, and whether he’s manipulating her into becoming something far more dangerous. We’ve had so many YouTube comments, and one of the main questions we want to address is the connection between Devon Izara and...
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553: LiningUp Charity Bash Recap!
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After months of planning, our LiningUp.net Mandalorian and Grogu Charity Kick-Off Bash brought our Star Wars community together for one unforgettable day at Scum & Villainy Cantina! The goal - to raise $2,500 for Starlight Children’s Foundation, helping kids in need. Did we do it?? With trivia, charity raffles, a silent auction, and games like Force Feud and Draw Wars, our friends and fans showed up in full force to support the Starlight Children's Foundation and LiningUp.net. From tauntaun escorts and Mandalorian cosplayers to an animatronic Grogu and incredible Star Wars prizes, the...
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552: Inside MAUL: SHADOW LORD with Sam Witwer & the Creative Team
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We go behind the scenes (spoiler-free!) of Maul: Shadow Lord with voice actors Sam Witwer (Darth Maul) and Gideon Adlon (Devon), along with executive producers Athena Yvette Portillo and Matt Michnovetz (writer), and supervising director Brad Rau as they break down how this bold new Star Wars series came together. Sam Witwer get candid about evolving Darth Maul, while Gideon Adlon shares what it’s like stepping into Star Wars for (almost) the first time. Plus, the creative team dives into the story, themes, and the painterly, cinematic animation style that sets this series apart. ...
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551: DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN Season 2 Breakdown
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On this daring episode, we break down DAREDEVIL: BORN AGAIN Season 2, starting with a quick refresher on Season 1—because let’s face it, these Marvel Disney+ shows can be dense. We revisit where the key characters left off and where they stand as this new season begins. From there, we share a spoiler-free review of the full season, focusing on the character dynamics that drive the story—from Matt and Karen’s renewed partnership to the unsettling relationships within Fisk’s inner circle. We dig into Buck’s influence over the young and impressionable Daniel, and the tension Bullseye...
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350: Skywalking Into The Future!
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All your upcoming events—in one place. From conventions and charity fundraisers to Star Wars gatherings, 2026 is already shaping up to be incrediblel. We’ve announced things here and there, but now we have more details and more specifics, so much that we needed to devote an entire episode so we can keep track as well. Ready? Let’s go Skywalking into the future… WonderCon — March 27–29 (Anaheim) We’re excited to officially announce our happening Friday, March 27 from 9–10 PM in Room 209 at the Anaheim Convention Center. Come test your knowledge, hang out with fellow fans, and...
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549: LiningUp for The Mandalorian and Grogu!
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March is here, which means The Mandalorian and Grogu is getting closer to its big May 22nd release! In this episode, we’re joined by from for some major reveals you won’t want to miss. The tradition of fans lining up for a new Star Wars film stretches back decades. In 1980, Terri Hardin camped outside the Egyptian Theatre for The Empire Strikes Back. The practice grew even bigger during the prequel era and continued through 2015’s Star Wars: The Force Awakens and the sequel trilogy. Now, as The Mandalorian and Grogu prepares to hit theaters, that fan tradition is about to ignite once...
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548: Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics #58 "SUNDOWN"
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In this episode, we’re diving into Classic Marvel Star Wars Comic Issue #58: “Sundown.” Originally released in January 1982, Sundown is a great episode of Star Trek: The Next Generation! It’s more science than fantasy, as Princess Leia teams up with R2-D2 and C-3PO to launch a daring experiment designed to hide the Rebel fleet inside the chromosphere of a star. Yes, you heard that right. While the fleet faces potential incineration, Luke Skywalker, Lando Calrissian, and Chewbacca travel to the ominously named world of Bazarre in search of a shadowy contact. Will the Rebel fleet melt?...
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547: Mandalorian Trailer and Toy Fair Merch!
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It’s another HUGE week for The Mandalorian & Grogu! Did the new trailer deliver everything you were hoping for? James Burns () joins us to break down the biggest moments, including surprise character reveals, Sigourney Weaver’s role as Colonel Ward, and a “revenge” storyline that has us wondering. At the time of recording, James had just wrapped all four days at . This isn’t your typical fan convention, it’s an industry-only showcase offering an exclusive first-look (and some they were sworn to secrecy) at the year’s biggest merchandise launches. James shares insights from...
info_outlineHow much do you know about Charles Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol”? On this episode we share the novela’s 1843 origins, then fast forward through 180 years of incredible adaptations! THE MUPPET CHRISTMAS CAROL, SCROOGED, MICKEY’S CHRISTMAS CAROL, SPIRITED, and so many more. What is the pop culture impact of “A Christmas Carol” and how has it affected us personally? Richard and Sarah share their favorites, and Skywalkers weigh in with their comments. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to you all! Oh, and Good Afternoon!!
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Bibliography
- BEING A HISTORY OF A CHRISTMAS CAROL ON FILM by Richard Jones: https://www.dickenslondontours.co.uk/a-christmas-carol-films.htm
- THE REAL REASON CHARLES DICKENS WROTE “A Christmas Carol” by John Broich: https://time.com/4597964/history-charles-dickens-christmas-carol/
- TEN THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT CHARLES DICKENS’ “A Christmas Carol” by Paulette Beete: https://www.arts.gov/stories/blog/2020/ten-things-know-about-charles-dickens-christmas-carol
- THE HISTORY OF “A Christmas Carol” by Nancy Snyder: https://bookriot.com/the-history-of-a-christmas-carol/
- Video: 1939 “A Christmas Carol” Radio Play: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3gJ3jINcTR0
- Video: Vanessa Williams “Heartquake”: https://youtu.be/EPRySUycBDw
- Wikipedia “A DIVA’S CHRISTMAS CAROL: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A_Diva%27s_Christmas_Carol
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