Around the Galaxy
Around the Galaxy with hosts Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke share in-depth interviews with the people behind the fandom. The stream also features Podcast of the Whills, the podcast that treats Star Wars like a sacred text and audio from the weekly topic-driven talk show, ATGLive, running every Thursday night LIVE on our YouTube and Facebook pages.
Episodes
This week on Around the Galaxy: The Star Wars Fan Talk Show, Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke go behind the masks with two legends of practical effects and pop culture — Howard Berger and Marshall Julius, the creative duo behind the brand-new book Making Monsters (get it on sale here: https://amzn.to/3KFr47X ).
Howard Berger is an Academy Award–winning special make-up effects artist and co-founder of KNB EFX Group, with over 200 film c...
Howard Berger is an Academy Award–winning special make-up effects artist and co-founder of KNB EFX Group, with over 200 film c...
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August 26, 2025 • 68 mins
This week on Around the Galaxy, Pete and Nick welcome filmmaker and pop-culture storyteller J.C. Reifenberg, the creative mind behind Hollywood’s legendary Scum & Villainy Cantina. What began as a Star Wars–themed pop-up bar has become a full-time geek paradise in the heart of Los Angeles, and JC takes us inside the fandom magic that keeps it thriving.
We dive into:
✨ JC’s personal Star Wars fandom and what it was like living thr...
We dive into:
✨ JC’s personal Star Wars fandom and what it was like living thr...
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August 12, 2025 • 61 mins
This week on ATGLive, the Star Wars talk show where fandom, fun, and a little chaos collide, Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke welcome actor, comedian, and voice talent Josh Zagoren—the mind and mouth behind the irreverent, sharp-tongued puppet Chad the Bird. You’ve seen Chad lighting up Instagram Reels with his rapid-fire rants on everything from snack foods to sci-fi, but it was his hilariously spot-on takedown of Star Wars droids tha...
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August 5, 2025 • 71 mins
ATGLive is your weekly Star Wars talk show where fandom, fun, and collecting collide! Hosted by Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke, alongside the always insightful Kelsey Puckett and Chris Ryons, each episode takes you on a hyperspace journey through the biggest Star Wars news, hottest fan debates, and the most exciting collectibles in the galaxy. This week, we’re joined by special guest Max Frey from Regal Robot—the legendary studio beh...
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July 1, 2025 • 60 mins
This week on Around the Galaxy, the Star Wars fan talk show, we take a deep-dive conversation with ESPN’s Ryan McGee, co-host of Never Tell Me the Odds, the official ESPN Star Wars podcast. Ryan McGee may be a household name in sports journalism, but behind the scenes, he’s also a massive Star Wars fan — and in this exclusive interview, we bridge the gap between sports and a galaxy far, far away.
Who is Ryan McGee? You’ve seen him o...
Who is Ryan McGee? You’ve seen him o...
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🎸 The Threepios Join ATGLive! PLUS: Star Wars News, Andor's Ratings, Han Solo's Return & Lucasfilm's New Direction! 🎸
It’s a special episode of ATGLive, the Star Wars talk show where the fandom meets fun! This week, hosts Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke are joined by the galactic rockstars themselves — The Threepios, a Star Wars-themed band blending parody, pop, rock, and pure love for the galaxy far, far away. Stick around as th...
It’s a special episode of ATGLive, the Star Wars talk show where the fandom meets fun! This week, hosts Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke are joined by the galactic rockstars themselves — The Threepios, a Star Wars-themed band blending parody, pop, rock, and pure love for the galaxy far, far away. Stick around as th...
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June 17, 2025 • 67 mins
🎙️ ATGLive | June 12, 2025 — Featuring Tim Barnes (YubNub Podcast, Comedy Central, VICE Media) On this episode of ATGLive, we’re joined by the incredibly talented Tim Barnes — writer, director, and co-host of the hit YubNub Podcast. With credits spanning Comedy Central, Nickelodeon, VICE, and Late Night with Jimmy Fallon, Tim shares his behind-the-scenes insights on storytelling, fandom, and the Star Wars universe. We dive into:
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June 10, 2025 • 62 mins
🎙️ This week on Around the Galaxy, we’re joined by film critic, host, and The Outlaw Nation creator John Rocha! Known from hit shows like The Cine-Files, The Hot Mic, and The Geek Buddies, Rocha brings his signature energy and deep industry knowledge to our Star Wars roundtable. We’re diving into:
- Will Rian Johnson finally return to the galaxy far, far away?
- Did Ryan Reynolds really pitch an R-rated Star Wars movie?
- Why is Star W...
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June 3, 2025 • 48 mins
Welcome to the final episode of Road to Rebellion, the official Andor aftershow from the Around the Galaxy podcast stream, part of the SSW Network! 🎙️ Hosted by Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke, this episode is all about YOU — the fans! We open the lines to take your calls, questions, and theories as we wrap up Andor Season 2 and reflect on one of the most talked-about Star Wars shows in years. 📞 Listener questions include:
- How di...
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May 27, 2025 • 52 mins
With Andor Season 2 now complete, Road to Rebellion takes a powerful turn into the heart of what makes this series so resonant — its politics. Join hosts Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke as they welcome author and political commentator Stephen Kent (How The Force Can Fix The World, Geeky Stoics) for a provocative, full-spoiler conversation about liberty, resistance, and the cost of rebellion in the galaxy far, far away.
They’ll break do...
They’ll break do...
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May 20, 2025 • 73 mins
Now that all 12 episodes of Andor Season 2 are out in the galaxy, it's time to take a step back and look at the series as a whole — the moments that shook us, the characters that broke us (looking at you, Maarva), and what this incredible chapter of Star Wars storytelling means for the future of the franchise. Join hosts Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke for a very special live panel featuring:
✨ Becca Benjamin from Tarkin’s Top Shelf (@...
✨ Becca Benjamin from Tarkin’s Top Shelf (@...
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This week on Road to Rebellion, the official ATG Andor Aftershow, hosts Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke dive into the emotional and explosive final three episodes of Season 2 of Andor. Covering Episodes 10, 11, and 12, this spoiler-filled discussion unpacks the thrilling conclusion of Luthen Rael’s journey, Kleya’s heartbreaking choices, and the accelerating march toward Rogue One.
In Episode 10, we see Luthen (Stellan Skarsgård) take ...
In Episode 10, we see Luthen (Stellan Skarsgård) take ...
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Welcome back to Road to Rebellion, the official Andor after show from Around the Galaxy and the SSW Network! In this spoiler-filled deep dive, Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke explore the powerful third arc of Andor Season 2 — covering episodes 7, 8, and 9 on Disney+. 🔥 This week:
- Cassian Andor returns to Ghorman for a pivotal mission
- The shocking Ghorman Massacre and its chilling parallels to real-world oppression
- The rise of Syril ...
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The galaxy is heating up — and we’re here for every moment! 🚀
This week on Road to Rebellion, Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke break down Andor Season 2, Episodes 4, 5, and 6 with full spoilers and big reactions. Cassian and Bix are hiding on Coruscant, Syril Karn makes a fateful choice, and the Ghorman weapons heist changes everything. We dive deep into the biggest twists, reveal our MVPs of the episodes, and connect the dots to the l...
This week on Road to Rebellion, Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke break down Andor Season 2, Episodes 4, 5, and 6 with full spoilers and big reactions. Cassian and Bix are hiding on Coruscant, Syril Karn makes a fateful choice, and the Ghorman weapons heist changes everything. We dive deep into the biggest twists, reveal our MVPs of the episodes, and connect the dots to the l...
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April 22, 2025 • 64 mins
Join hosts Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke on this week’s Road to Rebellion: The Andor Aftershow as we dive deep into the explosive first three episodes of Andor Season 2! 🚀 Set one year after the events of Season 1, the story picks up in BBY 4—four years before the Battle of Yavin—plunging us into a galaxy where the Rebellion is rising and the Empire is tightening its grip. We’re bringing you a full spoiler review and scene-by-scene...
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April 15, 2025 • 1 min
Star Wars fans — this is the way.
Road to Rebellion is the official Andor Season 2 after show from the team behind Around the Galaxy, dropping every Monday night at 9PM EST starting April 22. Join hosts Nick and Pete as they dive into each new episode the moment the credits roll — exploring key themes, character arcs, storylines, standout performances, Easter eggs, and the galaxy’s most underrated moments. Whether you're chasing det...
Road to Rebellion is the official Andor Season 2 after show from the team behind Around the Galaxy, dropping every Monday night at 9PM EST starting April 22. Join hosts Nick and Pete as they dive into each new episode the moment the credits roll — exploring key themes, character arcs, storylines, standout performances, Easter eggs, and the galaxy’s most underrated moments. Whether you're chasing det...
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January 12, 2025 • 56 mins
Join hosts Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke for another thrilling episode of Beyond the Barrier, your gateway to unraveling the mysteries of Skeleton Crew! This week, we dive into Episode 7, “We’re Gonna Be In So Much Trouble,” with special guest Darth Choco, a beloved voice in the Star Wars fandom.🚀 What to Expect:
- The Scuttlebutt: One-word reactions to Episode 7 to kick off the discussion.
- Plotting a Course: A deep dive into the a...
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December 13, 2024 • 58 mins
Ahoy, Star Wars adventurers! Get ready for Episode 2 of Beyond the Barrier: Exploring the Mysteries of Skeleton Crew, your go-to podcast for navigating the latest twists and turns of the Disney+ Star Wars series. Hosted by lifelong fans Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke, this week we dive headfirst into Episode 3 of Skeleton Crew, “Very Interesting, As an Astrogation Problem”—a thrilling installment packed with daring escapes, mysteriou...
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December 4, 2024 • 71 mins
Ahoy, Star Wars fans! Welcome to Beyond the Barrier: Exploring the Mysteries of Skeleton Crew, your ultimate companion podcast for diving into the Disney+ Star Wars series Skeleton Crew. Hosted by longtime Star Wars enthusiasts Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke, each episode takes you on an exciting journey through the galaxy’s latest twists, turns, and Easter eggs.Join Pete and Nick as they chart the hyperspace lanes beyond the barrier...
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November 1, 2024 • 19 mins
Welcome to Did You Hear That?, your go-to Star Wars news segment on ATGLive, the ultimate live talk show for fans airing every Thursday night! This week, we’re diving into some incredible stories from the galaxy far, far away, featuring a major anniversary, film updates, and exclusive insights straight from the creative minds behind Skeleton Crew. Here’s what’s happening:
Celebrating 12 Years of Disney and Lucasfilm
October 30th mark...
Celebrating 12 Years of Disney and Lucasfilm
October 30th mark...
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