The Blockade Runner Star Wars Podcast

The Blockade Runner Star Wars Podcast

The Blockade Runner is a podcast, blog, and YouTube channel featuring Star Wars discussion and news from enthusiastic fans and friends.

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May 5, 2025 85 mins

Ryan and John discuss episodes 4-6 of Andor season 2. We break down each major story arc as they plays out through all 3 episodes including Bix's struggles, the Ghorman Front and their attempts to fight the Empire, the commonalities and differences in the multiple romantic relationships presented in these episodes, and Saw Gerrera's wild rhydo-fueled rant.


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Ryan and John discuss the first 3 episodes of Andor season 2. We break down each major story arc as they plays out through all 3 episodes including Cassians TIE theft, Dedra and Syril playing house, Mon and Luthen's Chandrillan wedding woes, and Bix's brave journey on Mina-Rau. 

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Ryan and John discuss all of the news coming out of Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025 including updates on The Mandalorian and Grogu and Andor, Shawn Levy and Ryan Gosling's Starfighter film, Star Wars toys and publishing, and more.

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Ryan and John share their initial reactions to the fantastic new Andor season two teaser trailer.

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Ryan and John discuss the season (series?) finale of Skeleton Crew, "The Real Good Guys" and our feelings about the show overall now that is has concluded. We also pay tribute to absolute legend and almost director of Return of the Jedi, David Lynch.

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Ryan and John talk Skeleton Crew episode 7, including pirate encounters, Jod’s moral ambiguity, and the kids’ attempts to reclaim control of their adventure before making predictions for the show’s final episode.


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John and Ryan discuss Skeleton Crew episodes 5 and 6 including the show’s pirate motifs, Jod’s character arc and motivations, and the show’s ability to blend humor with serious themes. We also touch on the representation of disability through KB and the characters’ journeys of self-discovery before making predictions about the show’s final episodes.


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Ryan and John discuss Skeleton Crew episodes 3 and 4 including the evolving role of Jod, the mysteries surrounding the Great Work, and the role of guest directors on Star Wars tv shows.


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Ryan and John discuss Skeleton Crew episodes 1 & 2. We give overall impressions of the show, share favorite moments, celebrate the fantastic writing and performances, and consider what's really going on with Jod Na Nawood and At Attin.


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We return after a few month long (unannounced) hiatus to discuss Simon Kinberg's maybe movies, and the upcoming seasons of Andor and Star Wars: Visions.

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Ryan and John share their reactions to Alien: Romulus (including spoilers) as well as explore similarities between the Alien and Star Wars franchises.

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Ryan and John discuss all of the Star Wars news coming out of D23 2024 including a full break down of the Skeleton Crew teaser and our thoughts on the Mandalorian and Grogu and Andor updates from Lucasfilm.

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John and Ryan review and dissect The Acolyte finale's pivotal scenes and delve into sometimes unclear character motivations, before exploring themes of betrayal and redemption, critiquing some awkward plot points, and analyzing Vernestra's conflicted role and moral complexities. They conclude with reflections on fan service and the series' overall tone.


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In The Blockade Runner Podcast #268, we share our differing opinions on The Acolyte episode “Choices.” We question the show’s flashback structure, Sol’s desire to train Osha, and themes of trust, loyalty, choice. We also take a critical look at the writing, direction, and execution of various scenes in the show’s two flashback episodes before expressing our hopes and predictions for the upcoming season finale.


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Ryan and John discuss The Acolyte episode 6, "Teach/Corrupt", including its steamy chemistry between The Stranger and Osha, The Stranger's true intentions vs. Sol's, and the shows apparent Kylo connections.


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In The Blockade Runner Podcast #266, Ryan and John discuss The Acolyte episode 5 "Night." We dive into the brutal and intense fight scenes, impressive lightsaber choreography, tragic losses, and the incredible reveal of The Stranger.


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In The Blockade Runner Podcast episode 265, John and Ryan discuss the fourth episode of The Acolyte including Qimir's true intentions, Mae's shifting loyalties, Sol's potential manipulations, theories about the true identity of the dark side master, and of course Bazil.


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John and Ryan discuss the third episode of The Acolyte and explore its themes of destiny, choice, the relationship dynamics within the coven and the Jedi, and how both groups have their own dogmas and blind spots.


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Ryan and John devote episode 263 to the first two episodes of The Acolyte. We share our general impressions and reaction to the show before discussing each episode in detail.

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Ryan and John share their experiences revisiting The Phantom Menace in theaters before sharing their thoughts on The Acolyte sneak peak and final trailer.

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