Inside The Force: A Star Wars Podcast

A weekly Star Wars podcast exploring the galaxy far, far away. Fueled by our love and passion for the Force, we tap into hundreds of holocrons in order to bring you the knowledge and insight of all things Star Wars. We'll discuss unique topics, analyze the news, and bring on guests to join the conversations. Join us as we go Inside The Force.

Episode 487: Happy Life Day 11/20/2025

Episode 487: Happy Life Day David and Hannah celebrate the spirit of Star Wars Life Day and reflect on its origins, traditions, and how it’s evolved from the infamous Holiday Special. We also dive into the new novel, Master of Evil, and share our first impressions of this dark, intriguing story that promises to explore the depths of the Sith. We also talk about the end of Star Wars Insider magazine, our first memory of Star Wars Rebels, and more. For more Star Wars content visit . Join our , follow us on , and subscribe to our . If you like the show, please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/39090795

Episode 486: Visions Returns 11/02/2025

Episode 486: Visions Returns David and Hannah unpack the story behind the proposed Hunt for Ben Solo film, which was approved by Lucasfilm but ultimately rejected by Disney executives. Then, the spotlight shifts to the return of Star Wars: Visions. With nine new anime shorts, including sequels to The Duel, The Village Bride, and The Ninth Jedi, this volume returns to the creative roots that made Visions an artistic standout. For more Star Wars content visit . Join our , follow us on , and subscribe to our . If you like the show, please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/38876880

Episode 485: Ben Solo Denied 10/24/2025

Episode 485: Ben Solo Denied David and Hannah dive into the recently rejected Ben Solo film pitch, exploring what the story could have been. They also discuss the exciting new Star Wars books announced at New York Comic Con, including a romance novel and a tale about Rey and Leia. Plus, they share updates on the development of Star Wars: Eclipse, the upcoming release of Star Wars: Visions, and much more. For more Star Wars content visit . Join our , follow us on , and subscribe to our . If you like the show, please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/38738490

Episode 484: Clone Wars Closeout 10/10/2025

Episode 484: Clone Wars Closeout David and Hannah revisit the final season of The Clone Wars and reflect on whether Season 7 met expectations. We also dive into the exciting news that Ahsoka Season 2 has officially wrapped filming. With returning stars like Rosario Dawson, Hayden Christensen, and Natasha Liu Bordizzo, and new additions like Rory McCann, the upcoming season promises epic storytelling and deeper exploration of the Force. Then, we talk about the stunning new trailer for Star Wars: Visions Volume 3, which premieres October 29, laugh at the newly released cast photo for Spaceballs 2, and much more. For more Star Wars content visit . Join our , follow us on , and subscribe to our . If you like the show, please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/38535485

Episode 483: Ahsoka's Journey 09/26/2025

Episode 483: Ahsoka's Journey David, Hannah, and Martin explore one of the most powerful journeys in Star Wars, Ahsoka Tano’s evolution throughout The Clone Wars. From her early days as Anakin’s Padawan to her departure from the Jedi Order, we reflect on the key moments that shaped her character and solidified her place as a fan favorite. We also dive into the newly released trailer and poster for The Mandalorian and Grogu, the upcoming Star Wars film hitting theaters in 2026. For more Star Wars content visit . Join our , follow us on , and subscribe to our . If you like the show, please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/38363690

Episode 482: Heart of War 09/16/2025

Episode 482: Heart of War David and Hannah look back at The Clone Wars and ask a central question, which story arc best represents the heart of the series? From the Siege of Mandalore to Umbara, we explore the arcs that defined the emotional core, moral complexity, and character depth of this groundbreaking animated series. We also dive into the new trailer for Star Wars: Beyond Victory and discuss the latest updates on Star Wars: Starfighter, the upcoming film starring Ryan Gosling and directed by Shawn Levy. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/38234855

Episode 481: Clone Wars Growth 08/28/2025

Episode 481: Clone Wars Growth David and Hannah take a close look at the character arcs that defined The Clone Wars over its seven seasons. They discuss which character had the most compelling development and if the show reshaped the view of Anakin Skywalker. Plus, they share thoughts on Star Wars: Visions and the latest developments with The Acolyte. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/37975595

Episode 480: Goodbye Chancellor 08/22/2025

Episode 480: Goodbye Chancellor David and Hannah pay tribute to Terence Stamp, the legendary actor who portrayed Chancellor Valorum in Star Wars: The Phantom Menace. We reflect on his legacy in Star Wars and cinema, and the quiet strength he brought to the galaxy far, far away. Then, they discuss Simon Kinberg’s inspiration for his Star Wars trilogy, The High Republic, and more. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/37900110

Episode 479: The Doctor 08/08/2025

Episode 479: The Doctor David and Hannah dive into the exciting casting news for Star Wars: Starfighter. Matt Smith, known for Doctor Who and House of the Dragon, is rumored to be joining the cast as the film’s villain, opposite Ryan Gosling and Mia Goth. They also discuss the possibility of Star Wars building toward a unified narrative arc that culminates in a massive event during the New Jedi Order era. We speculate on what that might look like and who could be involved. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/37715195

Episode 478: The Lucas Legacy 08/06/2025

Episode 478: The Lucas Legacy David and Martin explore George Lucas' legacy and the upcoming Lucas Museum of Narrative Art, set to open in 2026. We also discuss the 50th anniversary screening of A New Hope in 2027, highlights from the Lucasfilm Publishing Panel at Comic Con, the exciting reveal of Maul from the upcoming series Maul: Shadow Lord, and more. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/37676120

Episode 477: The Emmy Noms 07/25/2025

Episode 477: The Emmy Noms David and Hannah celebrate Andor’s incredible achievement of 14 Emmy nominations, including Outstanding Drama Series, Directing, Writing, and more. We break down what this means for Star Wars storytelling and why Andor continues to stand out in the galaxy of streaming content. They also talk about all the past episodes of Inside The Force on YouTube, Star Wars: Outlaws underperforming, and much more. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/37529575

Episode 476: The Minor Stories 07/10/2025

Episode 476: The Minor Stories David and Hannah shine a light on the unsung heroes and background players of the Star Wars galaxy. From Owen Lars to Jabba the Hutt, we share which minor characters deserve their own stories. We also discuss the reading order for the High Republic stories, the confirmed directors for Ahsoka Season 2, and much more. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/37344490

Episode 475: Mapping the Galaxy 06/26/2025

Episode 475: Mapping the Galaxy David and Hannah discuss the end of the High Republic series and new Star Wars comics on the horizon. They also explore the newly released official map of the entire known Star Wars galaxy. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/37157500

Episode 474: The Legacy Ends 06/05/2025

Episode 474: The Legacy Ends David and Hannah dive deep into the galaxy far, far away to explore the enduring appeal of Star Wars legacy characters. Should the future of Star Wars continue to revolve around icons like Luke, Leia, Han, and Vader—or is it time to let new heroes take the spotlight? Then, we shift gears to discuss the ideal structure for a TV series. How many episodes make for a satisfying season? How long should each episode be? And how many seasons should a show aim for before it risks overstaying its welcome? Join us for all this and more. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/36858935

Episode 473: Andor Reflection 05/31/2025

Episode 473: Andor Reflection David and Hannah reflect on the full journey of Andor, discussing its impact on the Star Wars saga and its place among the other Star Wars shows. They also dive into the recent comments from Sam Witwer surrounding the upcoming Maul: Shadow Lord series and share their thoughts on the potential of a dark hero. Plus, they react to the surprising news of Ryan Reynolds reportedly pitching an R-rated Star Wars film—could the galaxy far, far away handle a mature twist? Join us for all that and more. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/36797740

Episode 472: Andor Concludes 05/19/2025

Episode 472: Andor Concludes David and Hannah wrap up their coverage of Andor Season 2 by diving into the powerful final episodes, exploring how the series concludes Cassian’s journey and its impact on the larger Star Wars narrative. They also discuss the newly announced DLC for Star Wars: Outlaws, how AI is being used in the Star Wars universe, and what it could mean for the future of storytelling. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/36620185

Episode 471: Welcome to the Rebellion 05/11/2025

Episode 471: Welcome to the Rebellion David and Hannah delve into the intriguing Tales of the Underworld series, discussing its unique storyline and characters, fan favorites Asajj Ventress and Cad Bane. They also break down the latest episodes of Andor, highlighting key moments such as the Ghorman incident, the scenes on Yavin, and Mon Mothma's impactful speech. All this and more as we keep you connected to the galaxy far, far away. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/36523935

Episode 470: All Eyes on Ghorman 05/04/2025

Episode 470: All Eyes on Ghorman David and Hannah dive into the next three episodes of Andor Season 2, discussing the latest twists and turns in Cassian's journey. They also share the news on the exciting new novel set after The Rise of Skywalker, which centers on Finn and Jannah. Then, they discuss the release of Tales of the Underworld and celebrating Star Wars Day. May the 4th be with you. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/36425515

Episode 469: One Year Later 04/26/2025

Episode 469: One Year Later David and Hannah discuss the first three episodes of Andor Season 2, sharing their thoughts on the gripping new developments and standout moments. They also talk about the news of Bail Organa possibly being recast, the latest updates on Kathleen Kennedy's tenure as President of Lucasfilm, and much more. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/36320370

Episode 468: Celebration in Japan 04/21/2025

Episode 468: Celebration in Japan David and Hannah recap all the exciting news from Star Wars Celebration Japan. They discuss the announcement of Star Wars: Starfighter, the thrilling reveal of Maul: Shadow Lord, and the highly anticipated Ahsoka Season 2. They also dive into details about The Mandalorian and Grogu film, the new Star Wars: Zero Company game, Visions Volume 3, Smuggler's Run, and much more. Join them as they explore the latest updates and share their insights on what these announcements mean for the future of the Star Wars universe. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/36243735

Episode 467: Stories from the Underworld 04/12/2025

Episode 467: Stories from the Underworld David and Hannah break down the new trailer for Andor Season 2, sharing their excitement and insights on what fans can expect. The duo also discusses the intriguing trailer for Tales of the Underworld. Next, they reveal news about the upcoming game Star Wars: Beyond Victory, exploring its potential impact on the gaming world. Finally, they discuss other Tales of possibilities, debating which characters Star Wars could focus on in future stories. For more Star Wars content visit . Join our , follow us on , and subscribe to our . If you like the show, please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/36106020

Episode 466: Adapting 03/21/2025

Episode 466: Adapting David and Hannah discuss the budget for the highly anticipated The Mandalorian and Grogu film, exploring what this means for the production and expectations. They also reveal the release time for Andor and provide an update on the Knights of the Old Republic remake. The main topic focuses on whether Lucasfilm should adapt the stories from their publishing slate into live-action or animated formats. They debate the potential benefits and challenges of bringing these stories to the screen. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/35802745

Episode 465: Speak Out, Stand Up 03/07/2025

Episode 465: Speak Out, Stand Up David and Hannah discuss the latest Special Look at Andor Season 2. Hannah also shares her thoughts on the trailer. They also talk about news from Star Wars Celebration, the Reign of the Empire novel, and much more. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/35571285

Episode 464: Stepping Down 02/28/2025

Episode 464: Stepping Down David and guest Martin discuss the rumors of Kathleen Kennedy stepping down as President of Lucasfilm. They reflect on her legacy and speculate on what this means for the future of the franchise. The duo also breaks down the exciting new trailer for Andor Season 2, sharing their thoughts and predictions. Additionally, they talk about the 20th anniversary of Episode III: Revenge of the Sith. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/35477760

Episode 463: Recasting the Galaxy 02/22/2025

Episode 463: Recasting the Galaxy David and Hannah delve into the hot topic of recasting in the Star Wars universe. They debate whether it works and share their thoughts on past and potential future recastings. They also discuss Star Wars Celebration 2025, the upcoming Reign of the Empire novel, and more. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/35387120

Episode 462: The Rey Movie 02/14/2025

Episode 462: The Rey Movie David and Hannah dive into the highly anticipated Rey movie. They explore what has Daisy Ridley buzzing with excitement about the new script and share their thoughts on the potential impact of her return. Additionally, they discuss the latest Disneyland show and more. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/35281675

Episode 461: Luke in Batuu 02/08/2025

Episode 461: Luke in Batuu David and Hannah discuss the possibility of Luke Skywalker appearing in Batuu. They also talk about Lucasfilm's new VP of Development, a new Bad Batch novel, and more. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/35201845

Episode 460: A Good Cast 01/24/2025

Episode 460: A Good Cast David and Hannah discuss the deleted scene from Star Wars: Skeleton, which apparently tells the back story of Jod and the Jedi Master who found him. They also talk about the latest casting rumors, which include Chris Pine, Ryan Gosling, and a very popular prequel character. David and Hannah review episodes 6 and 7 of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew. They also look ahead to what's coming from Star Wars in 2025 and discuss the latest news that includes the recast of Baylan Skull, an Old Republic series, and more. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/34992905

Episode 459: Fight Back 01/17/2025

Episode 459: Fight Back David and Hannah review the season finale of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew. They also talk about the latest rumors around season 2 of Ahsoka, Discord, and more. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/34891145

Episode 458: Eternal Treasure 01/10/2025

Episode 458: Eternal Treasure David and Hannah review episodes 6 and 7 of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew. They also look ahead to what's coming from Star Wars in 2025 and discuss the latest news that includes the recast of Baylan Skull, an Old Republic series, and more. For more Star Wars content visit and subscribe to our . Join our , follow us on , , and . If you would like to support the show, visit our for more details. Please leave us a review and share us with your friends and family. May the Force be with You! /episode/index/show/insidetheforce/id/34798570

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