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550 – The Bad Batch: Into the Breach & Flash Strike Breakdown!

550 – The Bad Batch: Into the Breach & Flash Strike Breakdown!

Apr 26, 20241

The stakes continue to rise as The Bad Batch take desperate measures to find Tantiss, while Omega devises her own plans for escaping the Empire! Join the Cantina Cast as they breakdown Episode 13: Into the Breach, and Episode 14:…

549 – The Living Force by John Jackson Miller Breakdown

549 – The Living Force by John Jackson Miller Breakdown

Apr 26, 20242

What better way to celebrate the 25th anniversary of The Phantom Menace than with a breakdown of John Jackson Miller’s GEM of a prequel era novel: The Living Force! Albert and Lauren break down everything you need to know, and…

548 – The Bad Batch: Juggernaut Breakdown

548 – The Bad Batch: Juggernaut Breakdown

Apr 11, 202432

Crosshair, Hunter, and Wrecker, with the help of Phee, are on the run from the Empire in Episode 12 of The Bad Batch: Juggernaut and the guys are here to break it all down!  Feedback and Promotion Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina…

The Waystation – Star Wars News & Rumors (April 7, 2024) – Tales of the Empire Coming May 4th!

The Waystation – Star Wars News & Rumors (April 7, 2024) – Tales of the Empire Coming May 4th!

Apr 8, 202431

The Empire takes over the Tales of the Jedi series on May 4th and it looks absolutely insane! The guys discuss the announcement and all the news you need to know from the last 2 weeks! Hosts: @albertmpadilla @edgarseeya @Fearless_Fred…

547 – The Bad Batch: Identity Crisis & Point of No Return Breakdown

547 – The Bad Batch: Identity Crisis & Point of No Return Breakdown

Apr 5, 202447

Whoa! Things got dark in a hurry in the latest episodes of The Bad Batch…and we’re here for it! Emerie’s at a critical juncture and the Empire tracks the Batch back to Pabu. Join the guys as they break it…

546 – The Bad Batch: Bad Territory and The Harbinger Breakdown

546 – The Bad Batch: Bad Territory and The Harbinger Breakdown

Mar 29, 202473

Two fan favorite characters return in The Bad Batch! Join the Cantina Cast as they welcome back Fennec Shand and Asajj Ventress in their breakdown of Bad Territory and The Harbinger! Feedback and Promotion Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Send feedback…

545 – The Acolyte Trailer Breakdown

545 – The Acolyte Trailer Breakdown

Mar 20, 202483

As an age of Light in the galaxy begins to fade, a darkness rises! Join the Cantina Cast as they get you caught up on all the Acolyte news and breakdown the much antipacted trailer as well as speculte where…

Mandalorian Game from Respawn/EA Canceled! The Waystation – Star Wars News & Rumors (March 17, 2024)

Mandalorian Game from Respawn/EA Canceled! The Waystation – Star Wars News & Rumors (March 17, 2024)

Mar 19, 202474

Just a few weeks since learning more about the promising Mandalorian-centric title, EA has officially canceled the game from Respawn Entertainment. Join Albert & Ed as they dive into the announcement, more video game news, the latest on the Rogue…

544 – The Bad Batch Season 3: Infiltration & Extraction Breakdowns!

544 – The Bad Batch Season 3: Infiltration & Extraction Breakdowns!

Mar 15, 202488

The Empire’s “shadow clones” uncover Rex and the boys’ secret base as the hunt for Omega heats up! Join the Cantina Cast as they breakdown this week’s Bad Batch double-header: Infiltration and Extraction!   Feedback and Promotion Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina…

543 – The High Republic Comics Breakdown: Marvel Phase 3 #1-4

543 – The High Republic Comics Breakdown: Marvel Phase 3 #1-4

Mar 12, 202486

Keeve Trennis, Lourna Dee, Ceret, Terec: they’re all here in the Children of the Storm arc from Marvel’s The High Republic Phase 3 comic series! Join Albert & Lauren as they breakdown the story of the Jedi’s continued fight against…

542 – The Bad Batch Season 3: The Return Breakdown!

542 – The Bad Batch Season 3: The Return Breakdown!

Mar 8, 202478

What better place to work out Hunter and Crosshair’s differences than on the barren, unforgiving outpost on Barton IV! Albert & Jonesy breakdown THE RETURN and dive into the tension and final resolution of the pair.   Feedback and Promotion…

541 – The Bad Batch, Season 3, A Different Approach Breakdown!

541 – The Bad Batch, Season 3, A Different Approach Breakdown!

Mar 1, 2024102

Omega and Crosshair are on the run from Hemlock and the Empire in episode 4, A Different Approach! Join Albert & Jonesy as they breakdown the episode and that emotional ending! Feedback and Promotion Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Send feedback…

540 – Who is Azlin Rell? (The High Republic Character Spotlight)

540 – Who is Azlin Rell? (The High Republic Character Spotlight)

Feb 27, 2024108

In Phase 3 of The High Republic, Yoda has returned with a Jedi steeped in the Dark Side: Azlin Rell. Who is this mysterious figure and what is his significance? Albert & Lauren answer these questions and more!   Feedback…

539 – The Bad Batch, Season 3 Premiere Breakdown!

539 – The Bad Batch, Season 3 Premiere Breakdown!

Feb 23, 2024102

The final season of The Bad Batch has arrived! Albert & Jonesy breakdown all of the characters, storylines, and implications from “Confined”, “Paths Unknown”, and “Shadows of Tantiss”! Feedback and Promotion Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Send feedback and comments to…

538 – The Bad Batch, Season 3, The Final Hype!

538 – The Bad Batch, Season 3, The Final Hype!

Feb 20, 202499

Continuing the Cantina Cast’s FINAL HYPE tradition, join Albert & Jonesy as they get you ready for the final season of The Bad Batch and place their bets on who might not make it out alive… Feedback and Promotion Subscribe…

The Waystation – The Phantom Menace Returns to Theaters – Star Wars News and Rumors (February 18, 2024)

The Waystation – The Phantom Menace Returns to Theaters – Star Wars News and Rumors (February 18, 2024)

Feb 20, 2024102

Albert & Ed share their excitement for the return of Star Wars: Episode 1 – The Phantom Menace to theaters in celebration of its 25th Anniversary! Feedback and Promotion Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Send feedback and comments to hellothere@cantinacast.com Follow…

The Waystation – Is Disney on the Upswing? (And what does this mean for Star Wars?)

The Waystation – Is Disney on the Upswing? (And what does this mean for Star Wars?)

Feb 9, 2024133

It may not be a time-honored tradition, but we here at the Cantina Cast love us some Disney earnings calls with Uncle Bob (Iger) and company! Join Albert & Jonesy as they discuss how Disney is performing, why we should…

537 – The Eye of Darkness, Part 2: Shryke, Viess, and Ro!

537 – The Eye of Darkness, Part 2: Shryke, Viess, and Ro!

Feb 8, 2024128

This is it! Albert & Lauren conclude their breakdown of George Mann’s The Eye of Darkness as they explore Ghirra Starros, the Nihil, and the diabolical Eye himself, Marchion Ro! Feedback and Promotion Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Send feedback and…

Remembering Carl Weathers: The Waystation – Star Wars News & Rumors (February 4, 2024)

Remembering Carl Weathers: The Waystation – Star Wars News & Rumors (February 4, 2024)

Feb 6, 2024122

Albert & Ed reflect on the sudden loss of the larger-than-life Carl Weathers, Daisy Ridley’s latest comments on her return to Star Wars, The Bad Batch Season 3 trailer, and more! Feedback and Promotion Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Send feedback…

536 – The Eye of Darkness, Part 2: Bell, Burry, and Elzar!

536 – The Eye of Darkness, Part 2: Bell, Burry, and Elzar!

Jan 29, 2024136

Albert & Lauren continue their breakdown of George Mann’s The Eye of Darkness and dive into the conflict-laden Bell Zettifar, Burryaga, and Elzar Mann! Feedback and Promotion Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Send feedback and comments to hellothere@cantinacast.com Follow us on…

535 – The Eye of Darkness Breakdown and Discussion, Part 1: Avar, Porter, and Rhil

535 – The Eye of Darkness Breakdown and Discussion, Part 1: Avar, Porter, and Rhil

Jan 19, 2024142

The coverage you’ve been waiting is finally here! Albert & Lauren begin their breakdown of George Mann’s The Eye of Darkness through each of the characters.  Grab a seat and a snack as our long format shows are BACK!  Up…

534 – Shadows of Starlight #3-4 Breakdown

534 – Shadows of Starlight #3-4 Breakdown

Jan 15, 2024151

Following the demise of Starlight Beacon, Bell and Burryaga struggle to find their purpose while Marchion Ro welcomes new allies in his quest for galactic supremacy. Join Albert and Lauren as they breakdown the final 2 issues of Shadows of…

533 – Life Day Treasury, “A Coruscant Solstice”

533 – Life Day Treasury, “A Coruscant Solstice”

Dec 22, 2023161

Join Albert and Lauren as they ring in the holidays with a breakdown of “A Coruscant Solstice” from 2021’s A Life Day Treasury! This short story gives us the yet another reason to love (and mourn) the death of our…

532 – Shadows of Starlight #1-2 Breakdown

532 – Shadows of Starlight #1-2 Breakdown

Dec 18, 2023157

The Jedi attempt to pick up the pieces after Starlight Beacon’s fall. But how far will Yoda and Council go to know their enemy? And how will Avar Kriss respond to Elzar Mann’s atrocities? Join Albert & Lauren as they…

The Waystation – Star Wars News & Rumors (December 3, 2023)

The Waystation – Star Wars News & Rumors (December 3, 2023)

Dec 5, 2023166

Albert & Ed bring you the latest Star Wars news and rumors for the week! This week, the guys recap Dave Filoni’s promotion to Chief Creative Officer, Daisy Ridley’s comments on New Jedi Order, Taika Waititi’s movie, and the Star…