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Join the adventure! Thomas Sanjurjo and Fr. Andrew Kinstetter embark on creating a new, unique tale in a tabletop adventure set in the Star Wars Universe. Explore the creation of characters in our favorite story, see what it’s like to be outside of the official story line, and how a tabletop game works. Next time, we’ll get the crew together for a daring blockade run against the Empire, at the request of Bail Organa.

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Boba Fett on a rancor! Fr. Andrew, Mike, and Angela discuss the action-packed finale of the Book of Boba Fett and highlight the family themes and how Boba’s growth from a solo bounty hunter into a man with a family & tribe ultimately leads him to victory and to defeat Cad Bane.

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Grogu is back (among others)! Fr. Andrew, Mike, Angela, Andrew H., and Thomas discuss the return of Grogu and his training with Luke, clearly reflecting themes of detachment, vocation, and love. They also discuss how the finale is set up by bringing in deadly bounty hunter, Cad Bane!

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That’s so wizard! Fr. Andrew, Mike, Angela, and Andrew H. discuss the return of the Mandalorian and how Din’s view of his religion has changed since meeting Grogu; how his path will differ from both his old covert and Bo-Katan; and all the fun easter eggs on Tatooine leading to the finale arc with Boba Fett.

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A marriage proposal? Angela Sealana, Mike Creavey, and Thomas Sanjurjo explore the family ties and themes in Chapter 4 of Book of Boba Fett, plus discuss what that surprising musical clue at the end of the episode might mean.

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Who is Boba Fett, really? Angela Sealana, Andrew Hermiz & Mike Creavey discuss the layers of The Streets of Mos Espa; family, loss, vulnerability, and Star Wars fun. (Plus, an interesting listener theory!)

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Boba Fett’s evolution! Thomas Sanjurjo, Angela Sealana, and Mike Creavey discuss the 2nd episode of Book of Boba Fett, including the character’s continued evolution from bounty hunter to something new; the cultural assimilation he undergoes; and the allusions to both Westerns and biblical themes.

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Boba Fett is reborn! For this first episode of the new series, Angela Sealana & Mike Creavey dive into Book of Boba Fett’s ties to Westerns, gangsters, literature, Scripture & more as they begin their weekly exploration of the new Star Wars series.

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What Star Wars project are you most looking forward to? Fr. Andrew, Thomas, and Angela are joined by the “Boss Mass” himself, Dom Bettinelli, to talk about the current state of Star Wars, including predictions, expectations, and theories why Star Wars storytelling has been successful and where it will go next.

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Fate and destiny are the focal points of Akakiri and Fr. Andrew, Angela, and Thomas discuss the role of free will with a supposed destiny and why this episode is greatly subversive and yet truly Star Wars material.

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Bunnies in Star Wars? We found deep family & liturgical themes, as well as Japanese cultural references in Visions: Lop & Ocho. Drop in on the conversation between Angela Sealana & Thomas Sanjurjo.

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For having such an incredibly short duel, The Elder tells quite a story! Fr. Andrew, Thomas, Mike, and Angela discuss this episode of Visions, its samurai roots, and why this story of a master and apprentice duo resonates so well with the wise gems about life that are revealed.

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It’s our 100th episode celebration! Fr. Andrew, Thomas, Andrew H., Mike, and Angela mark this huge milestone by celebrating our wonderful listeners by sharing their feedback and answering their fun questions. They also share their take on the movie that started it all, Star Wars: A New Hope.

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What does it mean to be a Jedi? Fr. Andrew, Thomas, and Mike discuss T0-B1 and it’s homage to Astro Boy and Pinocchio and relate how Tobi’s growth and knighthood as a Jedi shifts everything we knew about what it means to be alive in the Star Wars universe and how the Force works.

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What does Star Wars Visions: The Ninth Jedi reveal about our own spiritual lives? Angela Sealana and Andrew Hermiz explore this question in a friendly and honest review of the anime’s storytelling.

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Besides fun horror homages & canon jokes, what can Star Wars fans of all ages gain from LEGO Terrifying Tales? Angela Sealana and Andrew Hermiz review favorite callbacks and quips, plus dive into meaningful lessons learned from this Halloween special.

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From a classic Star Wars beginning, a truly unique tale of identity, memory, and purpose unfolds in this Vision of the Star Wars universe. Angela and Thomas explore the meanings of what it is to become who you are and work for the good of others, as well as embrace traditions different from your own.

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Karre and Am are not your usual set of Force twins as Fr. Andrew and Angela discuss their unique bond in the dark side of the Force; as well as how this story is intense and epic, but also touches on deeper topics such as their humanity and their vocations, and leaves us wanting more.

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No one expects a crowd surfing Boba Fett! Fr. Andrew, Thomas, and Angela talk about how this short episode had a surprisingly deep story, why this is essential Star Wars storytelling, and why it goes beyond the cheesiness to something deeper.

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The duel! Fr. Andrew, Thomas, and Angela talk about the Kurosawa inspired first episode of Star Wars Visions and the many callbacks to Japanese storytelling and design, relating that these stories, while having a totally different feel, are very much Star Wars, and how they felt drawn into the story of the Ronin, a wandering Force user.