June 4, 2025
Torah Smash! The Podcast for Nerdy Jews
Episode 82 - This Andor That
In this episode, Ethan guides us on a conversation to a galaxy far, far away to explore the rich themes and surprising Jewish connections within Andor, the newest series in the Star Wars universe. We dive into the blurred lines between science fiction and our own realities, we explore the sacrifices made in the name of hope, and we ask the question no one else dares: Is Syril’s mom Jewish? Put on your nicest Ghorman threads and tune in as we unpack this story of resistance, sacrifice, and hope.
00:00:41 I have friends everywhere
00:02:42 Erev Andor
00:04:11 Pulling on all the threads (of Ghorman?)
00:05:48 Almost to the Promised Land
00:11:43 Sacrifice for loss or gain
00:16:02 The robot that made us happy
00:16:38 Next year…
00:19:16 The fictional reality of science fiction
00:27:01 What kind of mother?
00:32:20 Cinta and Vel
00:33:48 Fate and Force
00:39:35 The greatest thing Star Wars has ever done?
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