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Does the Force have a future? Thomas, Mike, and Andrew H. discuss how the Jedi procuring Force-sensitive children in light of the Inquisitors’ abduction of two during the Empire. The theme of Jedi “sacraments” continues in the knighting of Kanan, and more questions about how the Jedi Order persists in the time of the Empire.

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Rex is back! Fr. Andrew, Andrew H., Thomas, and Angela discuss the clones’ return in Rebels and the impact felt after Clone Wars, season 7. They talk about the PTSD Kanan and the clones have and how they deal with it and talk about the infinite value of all human life, even “old-timers” like Rex, Gregor, and Wolffe.

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The Siege of Lothal! Fr. Andrew and Thomas are joined by special guest Josh Beeghley to talk the opening of Season 2 of Rebels, including the tragedy of Minister Tua and how the ends can never justify evil means; the core family theme in the crew of the Ghost as they figure out their place in the larger rebellion; and Ahsoka, of course!

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The Clone Wars have ended. Fr. Andrew, Andrew H., Angela, and Thomas discuss the emotional impact of these episodes on the finale and to the the galaxy as Order 66 is implemented; plus the humanity of the clones, the relationship between Ahsoka and Rex, the nature of the light and dark side of the force, and the validity of the moral path Ahsoka walks.

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May the 4th be with you! Fr. Andrew, Thomas, Andrew H., Angela, and Mike celebrate Star Wars Day, discussing news; what being a Star Wars fan means to them; do a show & tell; and answer rapid fire questions. Also some very special guest transmissions from Star Wars actors you won’t want to miss!

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The Siege of Mandalore has finally arrived! Fr. Andrew, Angela, Mike, Thomas, and Andrew H. jump into the first two parts of the finale of the Clone Wars and discuss how climatic these episodes are, fate and free will, Ahsoka’s own journey and growth, and how Maul fits into this story set during the events of Revenge of the Sith.

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What is the nature of destiny and free will? Angela, Mike, and Thomas discuss the latest two episodes of Clone Wars, including Ahsoka’s moral compass, the banality of evil, and how simply wishing the Force (or God) be with someone and not doing more for them can do more harm than good.

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Ahsoka returns! Our panel discusses her journey with two new friends, how she deals with her hidden Jedi past and dealing with the morality of her friends’ decisions, issues we face as well as we strive to weigh who we are with our actions in this world.

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What does it mean to be human? What does it mean to be a clone? Thomas Sanjurjo, Andrew Hermiz, and Mike Creavey discuss the 2nd two episodes in the Bad Batch arc and discuss the nature of trust, the humanity of the clones, and the continued evolution of Anakin to the Dark Side.

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The Clones are back! Fr. Andrew, Thomas, Mike, Angela, and Andrew H. dive into the first two episodes, discussing how the Bad Batch show how differences are gifts to be treasured and valued. Also, the driving force of belief and how it drives us to seek Truth.

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Continuing their look at Mandalorian culture in The Clone Wars, Fr. Andrew, Thomas, and Mike discuss how season 3, ep. 10 and season 4, ep. 14 humanize the Separatists and how in our lives too, seeing the human in our “enemies” is crucial to the Christian life. Plus the nature and history of Death Watch.

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Continuing their dive into Mandalorian culture found in the Clone Wars, Fr. Andrew, Mike, and Andrew H. look at two season 3 episodes. While politics in Star Wars sometimes gets bad rap, these episodes are successful in showing the effects of corruption and greed even in a galaxy close to home.

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The Darksaber, Death Watch, pacifism, and vocation in the Mandalore episodes of Clone Wars are the topic this time as Fr. Andrew, Thomas, and Angela begin their deeper exploration of themes touched on by The Mandalorian and found in other Star Wars productions.

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The season finale of The Mandalorian finds Fr. Andrew, Andrew H., Thomas, Angela, and Mike talking about redemption for the characters, Din’s mysterious Mandalorian past; and the shocking final reveal that raises many questions and sets up season 2.

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Fr. Andrew, Andrew H., Thomas, Angela, and Mike all share their experience of seeing Episode IX and discuss the universal themes of family, friendship, good, evil, sacrifice, and redemption that are present in all Star Wars movies, but in a particular way in the conclusion of the Skywalker Saga.

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Would you like some tea? Fr. Andrew, Thomas, Angela, and Mike get philosophical and discuss whether or not droids are determined by their programming (by nature) or whether they can be taught to act differently (by nurture) and how this applies to us as human beings. They also discuss the nature of Force acts and whether The Child’s Force abilities are influencing the characters around them.

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Is Mando Batman? Fr. Andrew, Angela, Mike, and Andrew H. discuss Ch. 6, how it draws out how the Mandalorian has changed (and hasn’t) since meeting the Child. Plus all the cameos and Easter eggs scattered throughout this episode.

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Is this chapter of The Mandalorian just fan services or does it serve a deeper purpose in the story? Fr. Andrew, Thomas, Angela, and Mike also talk about how the climactic moments remind them of both Eve’s temptation in Eden and Jesus’ temptation in the desert, and the fall that comes from pride.