Dead Bothan Spies: A Star Wars Podcast

Ryan Daly welcomes Kyle Benning for a different perspective on the nature of the Sith and the Dark Side in Star Wars films and comics. Plus, the first reading from Ryan's beat-to-hell copy of A GUIDE TO THE STAR WARS UNIVERSE.

Ryan Daly nerd-rages about how the expanding popularity of the Sith in Star Wars films and merchandise tarnished the legacy of Darth Vader. Also, SPOILER WARNINGS about a character in the upcoming film STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS. Plus, check out some awesome art prints by Emmanuelle McGowan that Ryan picked up at Boston Comic Con. Emmanuelle McGowan sites: https://sites.google.com/site/originalemmart/home Additional music this episode: "Sith-inator" from Phineas and Ferb.

While we didn't get a new trailer for THE FORCE AWAKENS at this year's San Diego Comic Con, we did get some intriguing news about the upcoming Star Wars film. Ryan Daly takes a few minutes--very few--to comment on the new villains, new pilots, and the rumored director for Episode IX.

Ryan Daly and first-time guest Greg Araujo celebrate the 20th anniversary of Dark Horse Comics' X-WING ROGUE SQUADRON by reviewing the first issue of the series and talking about Wedge Antilles.

Ryan Daly and guest Bobby Anderson talk Disney's STAR WARS REBELS mini-movie "The Siege of Lothal" and the sad news of actor Christopher Lee's passing.

Ryan Daly examines the broader implications and pitfalls of the Expanded Universe and what is considered Star Wars canon. This episode also kicks off a new feature called "My Star Wars"--part editorial, part fan-theory, and part nerd rant. According to Ryan's whacky theory, Luke Skywalker never knew what his name was until he bet Ben Kenobi. Also included on this episode: An exclusive sneak-peek at the upcoming SECRET ORIGINS PODCAST!

Josh Trank is no longer directing a Star Wars spinoff film, and DBS host Ryan Daly is pretty damn happy about that!

Ryan Daly stumbles across some previously unreleased conversations with Jay Scherer and Nathaniel Wayne. How is a lightsaber duel like a Gene Kelly dance number? And what are the three best lightsaber fights in the Star Wars movies?

Ryan Daly talks the second teaser trailer to STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS with three--count 'em--three defending champion guest hosts, including Nathaniel Wayne from COUNCIL OF GEEKS, Bobby Anderson from RED CIRCUS HOUR, and The Irredeemable Shag from THE FIRE & WATER PODCAST.

Ryan Daly and returning guest Bobby Anderson discuss the Disney XD animated series STAR WARS: REBELS.

Ryan Daly and guest Irredeemable Shag from FIRESTORM FAN and THE FIRE & WATER PODCAST talk about the Expanded Universe novel series New Jedi Order and the Legacy of the Force. Also: A review of the ebook Boba Fett: A Practical Man.

Ryan Daly fan-casts the classic Star Wars characters for a hypothetical reboot. Also, returning guests Paul Scavitto and Jay Scherer join Ryan for a discussion of Jason Reitman's live script reading of THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK and the voice cast including Aaron Paul and Oscar-winner J.K. Simmons.

Ryan Daly and special guest The Irredeemable Shag from FIRESTORM FAN and THE FIRE & WATER PODCAST discuss the X-Wing: Rogue Squadron novels and comics.

Ryan Daly and Bobby Anderson talk about the madness and the mayhem of the Mos Eisley Cantina. And why aren't droids allowed there anyway?

Ryan Daly is joined once again by Nathaniel Wayne, who takes the position that a Star Wars Sequel Trilogy is unnecessary and potentially harmful from a narrative standpoint. For his part, Ryan doesn't seem to care.

Ryan Daly and guest Nathaniel Wayne from COUNCIL OF GEEKS conclude their discussion about the Star Wars Special Editions with an overview of changes made to THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK and RETURN OF THE JEDI. Plus: The first installment of the Star Wars Pants Replacement Game!

Rob Kelly and the Irredeemable Shag from THE FIRE AND WATER PODCAST stop by to review the first new Star Wars comic published by MARVEL in almost thirty years. What did the guys think of the story? What did they think of the art? What do they think of Ryan muscling in on their podcast turf? Find out in this daring and dramatic installment of Dead Bothan Spies: A Star Wars Podcast.

Ryan Daly and Nathaniel Wayne from COUNCIL OF GEEKS discuss the minor pros and major cons of the Star Wars Trilogy Special Editions. At what point does improving a work of art change it irrevocably? Part 1 of 2. Bonus: Suggestive Star Wars lines, or "That's What She Said" Star Wars Edition.

Ryan Daly and guest Jay Scherer discuss the roles of Luke Skywalker and Han Solo in THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK. Is Luke a hero we can emotionally connect with? And why is Han Solo even in Star Wars? Find out in this installment of Dead Bothan Spies: A Star Wars Podcast!

Paul Scavitto joins Ryan Daly in a discussion about film prequels and whether or not they're intrinsically doomed to fail. Previous guest Angela Drew makes a cameo appearance.