Coffee With Kenobi: Star Wars Community & Conversation
Coffee With Kenobi is your spoiler-free place for Star Wars community and conversation. Since May 2013, CWK has discussed the mythology of Star Wars from a place of intelligence and humor. Hosted by educator, author, speaker, and Celebration host, Dan Zehr, the family-friendly podcast features LIVE video, interviews, reviews, and event coverage that bring insight and analysis not found anywhere else. Whether you love Star Wars films, animated shows, books, comics, or collectibles, CWK has something for you. This is the podcast you’re looking for! Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/coffee-with-kenobi-star-wars-community-conversation--3271982/support.
Episodes
July 14, 2025 • 42 mins
On today’s show, John Heil and I discuss the seventh episode in season two of Andor, “Messenger.” We discuss an essential moment for Syril Karn, an upgrade for the burgeoning rebellion, and an escalation on Ghorman. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi.
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July 7, 2025 • 41 mins
On today’s show, Dennis Keithly (Podcast Stardust) and I discuss the sixth episode in season two of Andor, “What A Festive Evening.” We discuss tense moments, tragic mistakes, and a surprise resolution. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi.
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June 30, 2025 • 48 mins
Join me, Christina Stevenson, and Andrew Harrison as we discuss the Star Wars experiences on the Disney Wish, including the Cargo Bay, hidden treasures throughout the ship, and the Hyperspace Lounge. We share our tips for enjoying the Wish, as well as tell stories about what it’s like to travel with a Coffee With Kenobi travel group. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi!
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June 23, 2025 • 71 mins
The CWK/MEI Travel and Mouse Fan Travel experience on the Disney Wish has come to a close, but the memories and stories will last a lifetime. Join me, Deanna, and Mason Zehr, along with members of the Coffee With Kenobi travel family, as we discuss and explore the Disney Wish cruise ship and share our experiences sailing together. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi!
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June 16, 2025 • 43 mins
On today’s show, Colby Mead (The Colby Cast) and John Alois (The Hyperion Hub) return for part two of our conversation of the fifth episode in season two of Andor, “I Have Friends Everywhere.” We discuss Bix and Luthen’s conversation in detail, debate Luthen’s motivation, and reflect on the episode's title and its broader impact. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi.
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June 9, 2025 • 37 mins
On today’s show, join Colby Mead (The Colby Cast), John Alois (The Hyperion Hub), and me for part one of our discussion of the fifth episode in season two of Andor, “I Have Friends Everywhere.” We discuss the cinematography of the series, character dichotomy, and debate Syril Karn’s motivation. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi.
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June 2, 2025 • 57 mins
On today’s show, Mark Newbold (Fantha Tracks), Daz Davies (CWK Alliance), and I discuss the fourth episode in season two of Andor, “Ever Been To Ghorman?” We discuss the escalation of tension, seeing different sides of the Empire, and what’s going on with Cassian and Bix. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi.
- Join the Coffee With Kenobi Family on the Disney Wish!
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May 26, 2025 • 35 mins
On today's show, I speak with Fanhome’s Gianluca Latini about the 1:2 scale Build Your Own Darth Vader subscription model kit based on The Empire Strikes Back. Gianluca discusses what makes this unique collectible so special, the immense detail featured, and what it's like to collaborate with Lucasfilm. Additionally, I briefly discuss my contributions as head writer to the magazine included with each kit. Pull up a chair, grab your...
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May 19, 2025 • 57 mins
On today’s show, John Heil (CWK Alliance), Bob Gerard (Short For A Stormtrooper), and I discuss the third episode in season two of Andor, “Harvest.” We discuss the resolution of the first arc, Mon Mothma’s plight, and more. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi.
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May 12, 2025 • 54 mins
On today’s show, John Heil (CWK Alliance), Bob Gerard (Short For A Stormtrooper), and I discuss the second episode in season two of Andor, “Sagrona Teema.” We discuss the warring rebel factions, Mon Mothma’s family life on Corellia, and the importance of leadership. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi.
- Join the Coffee With Kenobi Family on the Disney Wish!
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May 5, 2025 • 30 mins
May the 4th be with you! On a special show, join me, Mason Zehr, and Tom Gross as we head to the movies and watch the original Star Wars as it was meant to be seen: on the big screen! Join us as we experience Mason’s first time seeing A New Hope on the big screen. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi!
- Join the Coffee With Kenobi Family on the Disney Wish!
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April 28, 2025 • 56 mins
On today’s show, John Heil (CWK Alliance), Tom Gross (Teachers in The Dungeon), & Ross Hollebon (Fantha Tracks), and I discuss the premiere of Andor season two, “One Year Later.” We discuss the time jump, multiple intricate plot points, conflict, and the decision to batch season two into four three-part arcs. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi.
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April 22, 2025 • 34 mins
Coffee With Kenobi is back! Join me for a Star Wars Celebration Japan recap. On a rare solo show, I discuss the big announcements from the Star Wars convention and reveal the future of CWK. Plus, I share audio from Dave Filoni, John Favreau, Pedro Pascal, Sigourney Weaver, Shawn Levy, and Ryan Gosling. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi!
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April 3, 2025 • 49 mins
Disneyland’s “Seasons Of The Force” has returned! Join me and my brother, Sean Zehr, as we eat, shop, ride, and explore our way through the Star Wars offerings at Disneyland for “Seasons Of The Force.” I speak with Lucasfilm Creative Executive Matt Martin about the brand-new projection show, “Shadows of Memory: A Skywalker Saga” and discuss the past, present, and future of The High Republic with Star Wars The High Republic authors ...
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March 6, 2025 • 41 mins
Tom Hoeler, Random House Worlds editorial director of fiction and special products, returns for part two of our conversation on CWK. We discuss the creation of Star Wars: The Mask of Fear, where it fits in the timeline, and how it compliments Andor and other stories told during this time period. Plus, a major announcement about the immediate future of Coffee With Kenobi. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee...
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February 27, 2025 • 34 mins
Tom Hoeler, Random House Worlds editorial director of fiction and special products, joins me for part one of our conversation on CWK. We discuss Tom’s career path to Random House Worlds, his love of Star Wars and the written word, and working on Batman. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi!
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February 20, 2025 • 32 mins
Star Wars Encyclopedia authors Dan Brooks, Megan Crouse, Amy Ratcliffe, Brandon Wainerdi, and Kelly Knox return for part two, where we continue discussing our new Star Wars reference book. We share some of our biggest challenges, what we learned from the experience, and more. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi!
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February 13, 2025 • 29 mins
Star Wars Encyclopedia authors Dan Brooks, Megan Crouse, Amy Ratcliffe, Brandon Wainerdi, and Kelly Knox join me for part one to discuss our new Star Wars reference book. We talk about our individual processes of what went into our work, what makes this book special, and how we first fell in love with Star Wars. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi! NOTE: Fellow author Amy Richau could not join ...
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February 6, 2025 • 59 mins
On today’s show, Greg McLaughlin (The Rebel Base Card Podcast), Dr. Greg Cass (The Rebel Base Card Podcast), Bob Gerard (Short for a Stormtrooper: A 15 Minute Star Wars Podcast), and I continue our conversation ranking the Star Wars Disney+ live-action Star Wars series. In part two, we share the last five in our respective lists. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi.
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January 30, 2025 • 48 mins
On today’s show, Greg McLaughlin (The Rebel Base Card Podcast), Dr. Greg Cass (The Rebel Base Card Podcast), Bob Gerard (Short for a Stormtrooper: A 15 Minute Star Wars Podcast), and I rank and discuss the Star Wars Disney+ live-action Star Wars series. In part one, we share the first four in our respective lists. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi.
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