Cantina Cast: Star Wars Podcast

Cantina Cast: Star Wars Podcast

Celebrating more than 10 years on the air, the Cantina Cast is your source for thought-provoking STAR WARS talk! Join Albert and Jonesy each week as they breakdown the latest Star Wars news, movies, tv shows, and print and specialize in theory and speculation. We absolutely love Star Wars and provide honest opinions with praise where it's deserved, and constructive criticism when it's warranted that always stays positive! We believe Star Wars is for EVERYONE and have built an incredible following over the years by being genuine, respectful, and more importantly listening to you, the Star Wars fan in return.

Episodes

December 23, 2025 77 mins

Hard to believe it's been 10 years since The Force Awakens reignited the Star Wars fandom and reset expectations for legacy franchises. Join Albert as he reflects on the legacy, themes, and importance of Episode 7 within the context of both the future of the Star Wars galaxy and the franchise/fandom.

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Albert is back to cover issues 3-6 of the 2025 comic series, "Legacy of Vader" by Charles Soule. Kylo Ren continues along the trail of Vader's legacy in search of power - and himself - with stops on Tatooine and Naboo and ending in confrontation with a hidden Jedi...

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It's time for another From A Certain Point of YOU! In this Patreon exclusive, Albert is joined by NASA engineer and researcher, Dr. Tim Urban, to talk about hyperspace, blasters, lightsabers, the Force, and more, all through the lens of our own science reality. The guys wrap up with a round of a FACPOY favorite: (Force) Lighting Round questions!

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In this Patreon exclusive, Albert takes a look at the first 3 episodes of Visions, Volume 3, "The Duel: Payback", "The Song of Four Wings", and "The Ninth Jedi: Child of Hope". How do two of the four sequels stack up against their originals? And how we feeling about princesses transforming into X-Wings? Tune in to find out!

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November 20, 2025 40 mins

If you think you know Yaddle… think again. This issue gives her one of the most quietly powerful moments she's had in canon—wrapped in political intrigue, deception, and a threat that's much larger than the Jedi realize. Join Albert as he cracks open Jedi Knights #5 and uncovers the turning point hidden right before the fall of the Republic. Oh, and Dooku...

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Join Albert as he returns to talk about a topic near and dear to his heart: Ben Solo. Why has everyone been talking about him? How would he would he have come back and why? And what would be the "hunt" exactly? All this and more plus a sneak peek into what's coming up the in the weeks and months ahead!

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October 15, 2025 111 mins

Join Albert and he bids farewell to cohost Jonesy after nearly 8 years and 499 episodes. Albert has a whole slew of "exit interview" questions to ask and the guys will certainly be reminiscing about all the laughs, memories, and heartaches the two have shared together over the years.

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Sig, Dev, Jedi Bob, and friends are back in Rebuild the Galaxy: Pieces of the Past! Join Albert and Jonesy as they review the latest in the Lego Star Wars series.

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It's been 13 months since D23 audiences were treated to a sneak peak of The Mandalorian and Grogu, but now it's time for Albert and Jonesy to breakdown the first official trailer (and take a closer look at that sweet retro poster)!

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Albert & Jonesy break from the serious stuff for some pure entertainment. Join the guys as they review the wonderfully fun and perfectly NOT canon, Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy!

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September 10, 2025 67 mins

Albert and Jonesy conclude their Andor Season 2 Character Spotlight series with the one and only Cassian Andor. The guys discuss and debate his motives, allegiances, and whether this is the last we'll ever see of Andor content. 

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September 1, 2025 60 mins

Albert and Jonesy (finally) resume their Andor Season 2 Character Spotlight episodes with the difficult journey of a broken, but never defeated, Bix Caleen!

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August 7, 2025 85 mins

Albert and Jonesy return to their Andor Season 2 deep dives with a look at the Rebellion and the Empire at a macro level, as well as other key figures who shaped each entity in this era...

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Albert and Jonesy turn their Andor Character Spotlight to one of the series all stars: Mon Mothma. Join the guys as they explore her journey from Senate conspirator to Rebel icon.

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July 8, 2025 55 mins

Jedi Novel Archive LIVE! returns for another episode as Lauren and Jonesy discuss Adam Christopher's "The Witness" short story that follows a deserting stormtrooper who sees part of Vader and Luke's fight on Cloud City!

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Albert and Jonesy continue their Andor Character Spotlight series with perhaps the most awkward relationship to grace the Star Wars canon: Syril Karn & Dedra Meero!

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Our Character Spotlights are back for Season 2 of Andor! And what better way to kick them off than to dive into arguably the two most debated characters in the series, Luthen & Kleya!

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Albert & Jonesy catch up on the prequel era Jedi adventures of Marvel's Jedi Knights series! The guys breakdown issues 2-4 where the guardians of peace and justice encounter monsters, beasts, and bounty hunters, oh my!

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Our Tales of the Underworld breakdowns continue as Albert & Jonesy dive into the origins of the legendary bounty hunter, Cad Bane!

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The offer of life after death comes with a difficult sacrifice for Asajj Ventress. Albert & Jonesy breakdown her arc from Tales of the Underworld as she lives with her choice while helping a young Jedi search for The Path!

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