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Starships, Sabers, & Scoundrels

Starships, Sabers, & Scoundrels is a bi-weekly Star Wars discussion show. Join Darth Taxus, Dennis & Jay as they break down recent news, preview upcoming Star Wars celebrity events, engage in what they hope is entertaining Star Wars discussion, and answer listener email. Starships, Sabers, & Scoundrels can be found on social media too. Check us out on Twitter @scubedpod, and on Facebook at facebook.com/scubedpod.
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Episode 76.3: Rival Run Preview 0
Mar 29, 2019
Welcome to episode 76.3 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: Rival Run Preview. On this episode, Dennis gets a Rival Run Preview from Mike Rahlmann from the Be Our Guest Podcast ahead of the Star Wars Rival Run Weekend at Walt Disney World next week.

Rival Run Preview

During their discussion of Rival Run Weekend, Mike and Dennis:

  • Corral placement for the race,
  • Photo opportunities,
  • Mike's history as a Star Wars fan and watching the movies on cable in the 80s,
  • The race courses, and
  • Other details surrounding the Star Wars races.

Star Wars Galaxy's Edge

Because Mike is also a senior agent at the Magic For Less Travel, Dennis also took the opportunity to ask a few questions about the upcoming Galaxy's Edge expansion coming to Disney theme parks. Dennis and Mike discussed:

  • The opening of Galaxy's Edge in phases,
  • The temptation of visiting on opening day, and
  • Some of the food offerings at the park.

The Scoundrels hope you enjoy episode 76.3: "Rival Run Preview" and will consider subscribing to Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels wherever you get your podcasts.

Social Media, Email, and More

Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels is a bi-weekly show that features three first-generation Star Wars fans. Each episode, RetroZappers Dennis Keithly, Jay Krebs, and Darth Taxus offer their thoughts and reactions on Star Wars news. Then, they engage in Star Wars discussion in the "Hyperthetical" segment. Top ten lists, book reviews, Resistance and television discussion, and interviews are all on the table. After the Hyperthetical, each episode features listener feedback with Silence Fools!

The Scoundrels on Twitter: Dennis Keithly can be followed @DJKver2, Darth Taxus is @DarthTaxus, and Jay Krebs is @JoyceKrebs.

SCubedPod thrives on listener feedback. Therefore, Dennis, Taxus, and Jay would love to read your email on the show. To reach them, email the show at SCubedPod@RetroZap.com. For instance, have an opinion on Star Wars comics, Rebels, or the novels? We want to hear it. Also, have a question about some Star Wars detail? Send it to us! It doesn't have to be Star Wars to make it on our show.

Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels T-Shirts can be purchased here.

Finally, Dennis, Taxus, and Jay would appreciate an iTunes review for the show. Thank you.

Episode 76.2: That's SO Wizard! March 2019 0
Mar 26, 2019

Welcome to episode 76.2 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: That's SO Wizard! March 2019. On this episode, Jay shares several new Star Wars fashion and lifestyle products she found around the internet. Afterwards, she shares cosplaying tips for Celebration and awards this month's Wizard Award.

That's SO Wizard! March 2019

On this episode, Jay has collected Star Wars fashion news that covers:

Cosplaying at Star Wars Celebration Chicago

After Jay covers the latest fashion advice from the galaxy far, far away, she turns to some cosplay advice for those attending Star Wars Celebration Chicago. Jay's advice includes:

  • Tips on finding materials at a good value,
  • Choosing materials,
  • Choosing and designing a costume,
  • Transporting your costume,
  • Makeup,
  • And other considerations for costumes that includes comfort, getting around the convention, and repairs.

Wizard Award

Once the cosplay tips are over, Jay turns to this month's Wizard Award. The winner for May is Tutu Factory USA. Jay explains how they helped with her own cosplay ahead of Star Wars Celebration Chicago.

As with every edition of That's SO Wizard!, there is a little something for everyone. The Scoundrels hope you enjoy episode 76.2: "That's SO Wizard! March 2019" and will consider subscribing to Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels wherever you get your podcasts.

Social Media, Email, and More

Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels is a bi-weekly show that features three first-generation Star Wars fans. Each episode, RetroZappers Dennis Keithly, Jay Krebs, and Darth Taxus offer their thoughts and reactions on Star Wars news. Then, they engage in Star Wars discussion in the "Hyperthetical" segment. Top ten lists, book reviews, Resistance and television discussion, and interviews are all on the table. After the Hyperthetical, each episode features listener feedback with Silence Fools!

The Scoundrels on Twitter: Dennis Keithly can be followed @DJKver2, Darth Taxus is @DarthTaxus, and Jay Krebs is @JoyceKrebs.

SCubedPod thrives on listener feedback. Therefore, Dennis, Taxus, and Jay would love to read your email on the show. To reach them, email the show at SCubedPod@RetroZap.com. For instance, have an opinion on Star Wars comics, Rebels, or the novels? We want to hear it. Also, have a question about some Star Wars detail? Send it to us! It doesn't have to be Star Wars to make it on our show.

Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels T-Shirts can be purchased here.

Finally, Dennis, Taxus, and Jay would appreciate an iTunes review for the show. Thank you.

Episode 76.1: No Escape: Part 2 0
Mar 22, 2019

Welcome to episode 76.1 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: No Escape: Part 2. On this episode, the Jay, Dennis, and Darth Taxus are discussing the final episode of season one of Resitance. Kaz and Torra just witnessed the destruction of Hosnian Prime and the Republic with it. Now, they must put aside their grief and rescue their friends while the First Order hunts them down. Saving the Colossus will take everything Kaz, Torra, Yeager, and Neeku have and then some.

No Escape: Part 2

On this episode, Dennis, Jay, and Darth Taxus discuss the following:

  • Tam's ultimate decision and whether they agree or understand it,
  • The design of Colossus and the clues throughout the season as to it's identity,
  • The return of Kragan, Saynara, and the pirates and whether enough of an explanation for their role was provided,
  • The final battle as Kaz and his friends make their desperate escape from the First Order, and
  • The first season of Resistance in its entirety and how it evolved.

The Scoundrels enjoyed covering Resistance during its debut season. It is a little bittersweet that this is the last Resistance review of the season, but the Scoundrels enjoyed having it. Thanks for joining us for our reviews this season and episode 76.1 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: No Escape Part 2 in particular. The Scoundrels hope you enjoyed their latest episode of Starships, Sabesr, and Scoundrels and will consider subscribing to the show wherever you listen to podcasts.

Social Media, Email, and More

Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels is a bi-weekly show that features three first-generation Star Wars fans. Each episode, RetroZappers Dennis Keithly, Jay Krebs, and Darth Taxus offer their thoughts and reactions on Star Wars news. Then, they engage in Star Wars discussion in the "Hyperthetical" segment. Top ten lists, book reviews, Resistance and television discussion, and interviews are all on the table. After the Hyperthetical, each episode features listener feedback with Silence Fools!

The Scoundrels on Twitter: Dennis Keithly can be followed @DJKver2, Darth Taxus is @DarthTaxus, and Jay Krebs is @JoyceKrebs.

SCubedPod thrives on listener feedback. Therefore, Dennis, Taxus, and Jay would love to read your email on the show. To reach them, email the show at SCubedPod@RetroZap.com. For instance, have an opinion on Star Wars comics, Rebels, or the novels? We want to hear it. Also, have a question about some Star Wars detail? Send it to us! It doesn't have to be Star Wars to make it on our show.

Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels T-Shirts can be purchased here.

Finally, Dennis, Taxus, and Jay would appreciate an iTunes review for the show. Thank you.

Episode 76: Phantom Reactions 0
Mar 19, 2019
Welcome to episode 76 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: Phantom Reactions. On this episode, Dennis, Jay, and Darth Taxus are sharing their earliest memories of the hype and theater-going experience for The Phantom Menace. The prequels began 20 years ago, and now is a great time to take it all in. However, there is plenty of news to cover first.

Star Wars News

There is plenty going on in Star Wars, and on episode 76, the Scoundrels discuss:

  • The announcement of the opening dates for Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge,
  • A viral deleted scene from Revenge of the Sith,
  • New panel announcements for Star Wars Celebration Chicago,
  • New guest announcements for Star Wars Celebration Chicago,
  • New ticket exchange services for guests seeking or selling passes to Star Wars Celebration Chicago, and
  • The official recognition of ligthsaber dueling as a sport.

Phantom Reactions

It doesn't seem possible, but The Phantom Menace turns twenty in 2019. The Scoundrels are continuing their celebrations of the beginning of the prequels with a look back at their memories of seeing the film for the first time. Their discussion includes:

  • The experience of The Phantom Menace trailer,
  • Technology changes that change the way we see movies in the past 20 years,
  • Jedi in their prime,
  • Favorite moments,
  • The evolution of special effects and sounds, and
  • The Phantom Menace getting passed over for Academy Awards.

Silence Fools!

The show ends with another edition of Silence Fools! In this listener feedback segment, the Scoundrels first read and respond to a listener email. After that, the Scoundrels review the results of their last Twitter poll and then reveal the next one.

The Scoundrels always enjoy looking back at their favorite moments and memories from Star Wars, and they are confident you'll enjoy the discussion. Thanks for joining us for episode 76 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: Phantom Reactions. The Scoundrels hope you enjoyed their episode and will consider subscribing to the show wherever you listen to podcasts.

Social Media, Email, and More

Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels is a bi-weekly show that features three first-generation Star Wars fans. Each episode, RetroZappers Dennis Keithly, Jay Krebs, and Darth Taxus offer their thoughts and reactions on Star Wars news. Then, they engage in Star Wars discussion in the "Hyperthetical" segment. Top ten lists, book reviews, Resistance and television discussion, and interviews are all on the table. After the Hyperthetical, each episode features listener feedback with Silence Fools!

The Scoundrels on Twitter: Dennis Keithly can be followed @DJKver2, Darth Taxus is @DarthTaxus, and Jay Krebs is @JoyceKrebs.

SCubedPod thrives on listener feedback. Therefore, Dennis, Taxus, and Jay would love to read your email on the show. To reach them, email the show at SCubedPod@RetroZap.com. For instance, have an opinion on Star Wars comics, Rebels, or the novels? We want to hear it. Also, have a question about some Star Wars detail? Send it to us! It doesn't have to be Star Wars to make it on our show.

Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels T-Shirts can be purchased here.

Finally, Dennis, Taxus, and Jay would appreciate an iTunes review for the show. Thank you.

Episode 75.3: No Escape: Part 1 0
Mar 15, 2019

Welcome to episode 75.3 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: No Escape: Part 1. On this episode, the Jay and Dennis are discussing the latest episode of Resitance. Colossus Station is now firmly in the hands of the First Order and Kaz's friends are in their custody. How will he fix all of this?

Descent

On this episode, Dennis and Jay discuss the following:

  • Kaz has evolved over the first season of Resistance, and his character evolution shows in "No Escape: Part 1."
  • Doza reached his limit with the First Order and a bad decision came back to haunt him.
  • Agent Tierny continues her interrogation of Tam and effectively starts convincing her of the righteousness of the First Order's cause.
  • Colossus Station has an unexpected feature that is discovered by Kel, Eila, and Neeku. How will it turn the tide of the First Order occupation?
  • "No Escape: Part 1" firmly plants this episode of Resistance during the events of The Force Awakens with a major event in the final scene of the episode.
  • The impact of the conclusion on Kaz moving forward.

The Scoundrels always enjoy a fun discussion of a good episode of Resistance, and they are confident you'll enjoy the discussion. Thanks for joining us for episode 75.3 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: No Escape Part 1. The Scoundrels hope you enjoyed their latest Scoundrels Special Edition and will consider subscribing to the show wherever you listen to podcasts.

Social Media, Email, and More

Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels is a bi-weekly show that features three first-generation Star Wars fans. Each episode, RetroZappers Dennis Keithly, Jay Krebs, and Darth Taxus offer their thoughts and reactions on Star Wars news. Then, they engage in Star Wars discussion in the "Hyperthetical" segment. Top ten lists, book reviews, Resistance and television discussion, and interviews are all on the table. After the Hyperthetical, each episode features listener feedback with Silence Fools!

The Scoundrels on Twitter: Dennis Keithly can be followed @DJKver2, Darth Taxus is @DarthTaxus, and Jay Krebs is @JoyceKrebs.

SCubedPod thrives on listener feedback. Therefore, Dennis, Taxus, and Jay would love to read your email on the show. To reach them, email the show at SCubedPod@RetroZap.com. For instance, have an opinion on Star Wars comics, Rebels, or the novels? We want to hear it. Also, have a question about some Star Wars detail? Send it to us! It doesn't have to be Star Wars to make it on our show.

Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels T-Shirts can be purchased here.

Finally, Dennis, Taxus, and Jay would appreciate an iTunes review for the show. Thank you.

Episode 75.2: Talking Art with Michael Pasquale 0
Mar 12, 2019

Welcome to episode 75.2 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: Talking Art with Michael Pasquale. On this episode, the Jay sits down for a one-on-one conversation with official Star Wars artist Michael Pasquale.

Talking Art with Michael Pasquale

Jay's conversation with Michael was recorded before the art for the art show was released. Therefore, they don't cover Michael's amazing piece in detail, but it can be found on DarkInk. Jay's discussion with Michael Pasquale includes:

  • A discussion about his art in general,
  • His interest in Star Wars,
  • Getting into the Star Wars Art Show at Celebration, and
  • Some teases about his exclusive piece for Star Wars Celebration Chicago.

The Scoundrels are incredibly excited for Star Wars Celebration Chicago and are looking forward to the Art Show. Hopefully, this discussion with Michael Pasquale has been an entertaining preview. Thanks for joining us for episode 75.2 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: Talking Art with Michael Pasquale. The Scoundrels hope you enjoyed their latest Scoundrels Special Edition and will consider subscribing to the show wherever you listen to podcasts.

Social Media, Email, and More

Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels is a bi-weekly show that features three first-generation Star Wars fans. Each episode, RetroZappers Dennis Keithly, Jay Krebs, and Darth Taxus offer their thoughts and reactions on Star Wars news. Then, they engage in Star Wars discussion in the "Hyperthetical" segment. Top ten lists, book reviews, Resistance and television discussion, and interviews are all on the table. After the Hyperthetical, each episode features listener feedback with Silence Fools!

The Scoundrels on Twitter: Dennis Keithly can be followed @DJKver2, Darth Taxus is @DarthTaxus, and Jay Krebs is @JoyceKrebs.

SCubedPod thrives on listener feedback. Therefore, Dennis, Taxus, and Jay would love to read your email on the show. To reach them, email the show at SCubedPod@RetroZap.com. For instance, have an opinion on Star Wars comics, Rebels, or the novels? We want to hear it. Also, have a question about some Star Wars detail? Send it to us! It doesn't have to be Star Wars to make it on our show.

Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels T-Shirts can be purchased here.

Finally, Dennis, Taxus, and Jay would appreciate an iTunes review for the show. Thank you.

Episode 75.1: Descent 0
Mar 8, 2019

Welcome to episode 75.1 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: Descent. On this episode, the Scoundrels are discussing the latest episode of Resitance. Kaz and Yeager desperately call for help while Tam faces interrogation from the First Order. They have a plan, but it comes with great cost.

Descent

On this episode, Dennis, Jay, and Taxus discuss the following:

  • Tam finally knows the truth about Kaz, but how will she take it?
  • Doza's character arc over season one as he graduated from considering support from the First Order to working against their occupation.
  • The arrival of a new character: Agent Tierny.
  • Neeku's about face with regards to taking everything literally where Kaz's role as a Resistance spy is concerned.
  • The plan to submerge Colossus station.
  • The return of Kragan's pirates.

The Scoundrels always enjoy a fun discussion of a good episode of Resistance, and they are confident you'll enjoy the discussion. Thanks for joining us for episode 75.1 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: Descent. The Scoundrels hope you enjoyed their latest Scoundrels Special Edition and will consider subscribing to the show wherever you listen to podcasts.

Social Media, Email, and More

Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels is a bi-weekly show that features three first-generation Star Wars fans. Each episode, RetroZappers Dennis Keithly, Jay Krebs, and Darth Taxus offer their thoughts and reactions on Star Wars news. Then, they engage in Star Wars discussion in the "Hyperthetical" segment. Top ten lists, book reviews, Resistance and television discussion, and interviews are all on the table. After the Hyperthetical, each episode features listener feedback with Silence Fools!

The Scoundrels on Twitter: Dennis Keithly can be followed @DJKver2, Darth Taxus is @DarthTaxus, and Jay Krebs is @JoyceKrebs.

SCubedPod thrives on listener feedback. Therefore, Dennis, Taxus, and Jay would love to read your email on the show. To reach them, email the show at SCubedPod@RetroZap.com. For instance, have an opinion on Star Wars comics, Rebels, or the novels? We want to hear it. Also, have a question about some Star Wars detail? Send it to us! It doesn't have to be Star Wars to make it on our show.

Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels T-Shirts can be purchased here.

Finally, Dennis, Taxus, and Jay would appreciate an iTunes review for the show. Thank you.

Episode 75: Hello There 0
Mar 5, 2019
Welcome to episode 75 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: Hello There. On this episode, the Scoundrels are thrilled to welcome James Arnold Taylor to the show. Before getting into a wide ranging discussion with James, the Scoundrels cover recent Star Wars News.

Star Wars News

On this episode, Dennis, Jay, and Taxus cover the following items from the news:

  • Artist prints available at Star Wars Celebration,
  • A 20th Anniversary Panel for The Phantom Menace,
  • New celebrity guest announcements for Star Wars Celebration Chicago,
  • Oscar related news for Star Wars from this year's Academy Awards,
  • The Hasbro Exclusives for Star Wars Celebration,
  • A wrap on filming Episode IX,
  • A wrap on filming The Mandalorian, and
  • The return of Force Friday - with a twist.

Hello There - A Conversation with James Arnold Taylor

On this week's Hyperthetical, the Scoundrels have the pleasure of welcoming James Arnold Taylor to Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels. In a wide ranging discussion, James and the Scoundrels discuss:

  • James first viewing of The Phantom Menace,
  • Favorite moments and characters from Episode I,
  • Some of his history playing Obi-Wan and other characters,
  • James's other projects, and more.

For more from James Arnold Taylor, check out his podcast at James's website.

Silence Fools!

On this edition of Silence Fools!, the Scoundrels revisit the Twitter poll related to episode 74. The Scoundrels have different ideas about what the best lightsaber duel than the hosts do. Afterwards, the Scoundrels propose a new Twitter poll.

The Scoundrels had a lot of fun talking to James Arnold Taylor, and they are confident you'll enjoy the discussion.. Thanks for joining us for episode 75 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: Hello There. The Scoundrels hope you enjoyed their latest Scoundrels Special Edition and will consider subscribing to the show wherever you listen to podcasts.

Social Media, Email, and More

Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels is a bi-weekly show that features three first-generation Star Wars fans. Each episode, RetroZappers Dennis Keithly, Jay Krebs, and Darth Taxus offer their thoughts and reactions on Star Wars news. Then, they engage in Star Wars discussion in the "Hyperthetical" segment. Top ten lists, book reviews, Resistance and television discussion, and interviews are all on the table. After the Hyperthetical, each episode features listener feedback with Silence Fools!

The Scoundrels on Twitter: Dennis Keithly can be followed @DJKver2, Darth Taxus is @DarthTaxus, and Jay Krebs is @JoyceKrebs.

SCubedPod thrives on listener feedback. Therefore, Dennis, Taxus, and Jay would love to read your email on the show. To reach them, email the show at SCubedPod@RetroZap.com. For instance, have an opinion on Star Wars comics, Rebels, or the novels? We want to hear it. Also, have a question about some Star Wars detail? Send it to us! It doesn't have to be Star Wars to make it on our show.

Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels T-Shirts can be purchased here.

Finally, Dennis, Taxus, and Jay would appreciate an iTunes review for the show. Thank you.

Episode 74.3: The Disappeared 0
Mar 1, 2019
Welcome to episode 74.3 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: The Disappeared. On this episode, the Scoundrels are discussing the latest episode of Resistance as Kaz and Torra try to protect their friends from The First Order. After Hype Fazon protests the First Order's actions in grounding the Aces, he goes missing. Similarly, Aunt Z vanishes from her cantina after refusing to post First Order recruitment posters. Where is everyone going and what can Kaz, Yeager, and Torra do about it?

The Disappeared

On this episode, Dennis, Jay, and Taxus discuss the following:

  • Kaz and Tam's ongoing disagreement over the First Order,
  • Captain Doza's past and opposition to the First Order,
  • Kaz' evolution over the first season of "Resistance,"
  • Neeku's "food song,"
  • Whether Tam might be a spy or First Order operative, and
  • How "The Disappeared" demonstrates the oppression of the First Order in the days before The Force Awakens.

"The Disappeared" is another strong episode of Resistance. As usual, the Scoundrels have a lot to say about this episode and Resistance in general. Thanks for joining us for episode 74.3 of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels: The Disappeared. The Scoundrels hope you enjoyed their latest Scoundrels Special Edition and will consider subscribing to the show wherever you listen to podcasts.

Social Media, Email, and More

Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels is a bi-weekly show that features three first-generation Star Wars fans. Each episode, RetroZappers Dennis Keithly, Jay Krebs, and Darth Taxus offer their thoughts and reactions on Star Wars news. Then, they engage in Star Wars discussion in the "Hyperthetical" segment. Top ten lists, book reviews, Resistance and television discussion, and interviews are all on the table. After the Hyperthetical, each episode features listener feedback with Silence Fools!

The Scoundrels on Twitter: Dennis Keithly can be followed @DJKver2, Darth Taxus is @DarthTaxus, and Jay Krebs is @JoyceKrebs.

SCubedPod thrives on listener feedback. Therefore, Dennis, Taxus, and Jay would love to read your email on the show. To reach them, email the show at SCubedPod@RetroZap.com. For instance, have an opinion on Star Wars comics, Rebels, or the novels? We want to hear it. Also, have a question about some Star Wars detail? Send it to us! It doesn't have to be Star Wars to make it on our show.

Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels T-Shirts can be purchased here.

Finally, Dennis, Taxus, and Jay would appreciate an iTunes review for the show. Thank you.

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