Idiot's Array: A Star Wars Podcast

In this episode Ryder joins Becca Benjamin of Tarkin's Top Shelf on the Star Wars Celebration Orlando podcast stage. Ryder and Becca discuss the importance of the canon novels in the Star Wars galaxy. Are the novels essential reading in order to get a full appreciation of Star Wars? How do the novels add to character development? Is it possible to have too many Star Wars stories? Which canon novel is our favorite? Where is a good place to start for someone just getting into the novels? We discuss this and much, much more. We'd be honored if you'd join us live from Celebration!    Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast www.makingstarwars.net 

In this episode we cover topics topics and questions sent in from listeners. We discuss  how Star Wars helped us through tough times, Qui-Gon's manipulation of the Force, balance between the light and dark sides of the Force, the Rebels season finale, and much, much more. We also are happy to announce that Idiot's Array will be represented on the Star Wars Celebration Orlando podcast stage on Thursday April 13th at 7:30pm. We'd be honored if you'd join us.  Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast

In this episode we discuss Jedi and Sith artifacts and the powers they may hold. Do these objects actually hold any power or is it just a perception of power? Are there examples in history or in our lives that can be compared to these artifacts? Do these artifacts change the Force wielder or do they magnify what is already present? How do holocrons and the Bendu factor in? We also discuss the latest episode of Rebels and much more. We'd be honored if you'd join us.  Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Facebook: Idiot's Array

In this episode we discuss the importance of having faith in the Force. How does the Force work? How does one's belief and self-confidence affect their ability to use the Force? We also discuss the latest comics issues and the latest episode of Star Wars Rebels. Join us for some fun and intelligent Star Wars discussion.  Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Facebook: Idiot's Array

In this episode Alan, Mark, and Ryder discuss their experiences seeing the Star Wars Special Editions twenty years ago. We also get into the latest Star Wars comics, Ryder talks about skipping college classes for Star Wars, and Mark shops for a toilet. We hit a bunch of topics and we'd love you to join us!  Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Facebook: Idiot's Array 

In this episode Alan, Mark, and Ryder begin with a discussion of Episode VIII's title, The Last Jedi, and the latest comics in the Star Wars galaxy. Then we get into our main topic: Darth Vader and the ghosts that haunt him. Qui-Gon freed Anakin from slavery, but he was never fully free. Join us for a mind-blowing discussion of Lord Vader and why he was never able to completely escape Tatooine.  Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Facebook: Idiot's Array

In this episode we are joined by Tarkin's Top Shelf's Becca Benjamin to discuss Rogue One, Star Wars Rebels, a listener's email, Catalyst, and much more. We have a lot packed into this episode and we'd love you to join us! Contact us! Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Email: idiot'sarraypodcast@gmail.com Facebook: Idiot's Array  

Alan, Ryder and Mark are back from Christmas break and have soaked in all the juicy details of Rogue One. There isn't much to say except take a listen to their thoughts on Rogue One.   If you have any questions or comments for the podcast, send them to idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com. Please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes. Thank you for listening

Mark, Alan and Ryder get together one last time before Rogue One hits the theaters on December 15th. They have some fun at speculating on what will be in Rogue One.   In this episode: Catalyst: A Rogue One Novel connections Kyber crystals The lust for power and forbidden knowledge Orson Krennic's fate Star Wars: Rebels connection to Rogue One If you have any questions or comments for the podcast, send them to idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com. Please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes. Thank you for listening

Alan, Mark and Ryder get back together after stuffing their faces with turkey and all the thanksgiving side dishes. in this episode: Rogue One tickets go on sale Han Solo & Poe comic analysis #GetRyderBackonFacebook Catalyst: A Rogue One Novel A look back at the Force Awakens What in Star Wars are the guys thankful for If you have any questions or comments for the podcast, send them to idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com. Please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes. Thank you for listening   ​

It's been a while, but Mark, Ryder and Alan dust off their Mics and dive into another unique topic in the galaxy far, far away. What is a vergence in the Force? Tune in and find out what the guys have to say about. If you have any questions or comments for the show, send them to idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com. Please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes. Thank you for listening

Alan, Ryder and Mark are back with a fresh perspective on the holy saga. in this episode: What is perception in the Star Wars galaxy How did Asajj Ventress perception and point of view change over time Qui-Gon Jinn, Bendu and Yoda points of view The evolution of Ahsoka's perception Maul's revenge and perception and much, much more   If you have any questions or comments for the show, send them to idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com. Please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes. Thank you for listening

After a mini-break from podcasting, Alan, Mark and Ryder are back with more listener feedback.   In this episode: Star Wars Rebels season 1 & 2 soundtrack is available The GoRogue shorts Mace Windu's lightsaber form VII Will Ezra turn to the Dark Side? What if Grievous survived? What happened to the core of Aldarran? Why did Yoda tell Obi-Wan not to look at the security holocam? Yoda's intuition If you have any questions or comments for the show, send them to idiotsarraypodcast.gmail.com. Please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes. Thank you for listening.

Alan, Mark and Ryder are back once again. in this episode: Reactions to the latest Rogue One Trailer How much of Darth Vader will we see in Rogue One The chances of seeing Anakin's force ghost in VIII & IX Darth Vader putting his past behind him in Marvels Darth Vader #24 Reactions to what was reveled in Marvels Darth Vader #24 Predictions and hopes of what Alan, Mark and Ryder hope to see in Darth Vader #25 Some Ewok talk... If you have any questions or comments for the show, send them to idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com. Please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes.Thank you for listening. Be sure to check out our new website www.thecantinacast.com.

Alan, Mark and Ryder take a few listener questions and ask themselves, What if? Is flossing good or pointless? What if Darth Vader never told Luke he was his father? What if Luke didn't surrender on Endor? What is Luke stayed on Dagobah? What if Han didn't come back to help Luke in a New Hope? What happens if R2-D2 and C-3PO get shot down over Tatooine? What if Anakin didn't kill Dooku? If you have any questions or comments for the show, send them to idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com. Please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes. Thank you for listening. Be sure to check out our new web site www.thecantinacast.com

Alan, Mark and Ryder welcome former Cantina Cast blogger and the man behind the www.starwarscodex.com web site, Matt Neve. Matt was on location at celebration Europe 2016 and shares his experiences.   In this episode: Rogue One Panel Rogue One Sizzle Reel Rebels Panel Rebels Season 3 trailer In you have an questions or comments for the show, send them to idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com. Please rate, reviews and subscribe on iTunes. Thank you for listening. Be sure to visit our new web site www.thecantinacast.com

  A simple tweet to @IdiotsArrayPod sparked a show idea and this is the results of that tweet. Join Alan, Mark and every one's favorite Bachelorette expert Ryder as they explore the deeper meaning of lightsabers and their connections to their Force wielders. Is there a connection to force users? Does the force crystals call to the force sensitive? What is the difference between Kyber crystals and synthetic crystals? Does the lightsaber predict the force users future? Who's saber would you want? If you have a question regarding this episode or an idea for a future episode please tweet at us @IdiotsArrayPod. Please rate, review and subscribe on iTunes.

In this episode, the guys from Idiot's Array are joined by the cast from Tarkin's Top Shelf in order to understand the "Great Mystery" of Star Wars and all of its aspects.   As they sit down, Round table style, Alan, Mark, Ryder, and Becca go over the latest news on Rogue One and find a way to crossover into the many realms of Star Wars categories.   * The Clone Wars i.e. Saw Gerrera * Star Wars Rebels * Literature i.e. the new canonical novelizations * Comics * Episodic Films

The guys are back! Finally, the sabacc table is fully operational. Thanks to the break, Ryder was able to meditate on a main topic: Water Themes in Star Wars! It sounds crazy, but the guys dive deep and discover the many hidden secrets of Water Themes in Star Wars. Plus, you get your bonus coverage of "Downtown Abby" with Ryder.    

Ryder brings back The Bachelor talk to start the show It’s a comic’s episode! Poe, Star Wars, Obi-Wan & Anakin