Blast Points - Star Wars Podcast
Are you looking for a hilarious Star Wars podcast that talks about obscure and fascinating subjects related to that galaxy far, far away? Do you want one that includes questionable impressions of Obi-Wan Kenobi? Are YOU searching for a show that keeps you up to date on all things George Lucas Super Live Adventure and does a year long tribute to Attack of the Clones? Then you should be listening to Blast Points Podcast! Join Jason and Gabe as they dive into some of the strange mysterious corners and slightly goofier moments in Star Wars history! Subscribe today! contact us at contact@blastpointspodcast.com
Episodes
July 29, 2025 • 65 mins
It’s the epic conclusion to our trilogy of George Lucas Rolling Stone interview episodes and this week it’s The Revenge of the Lucas (or is it the Return?). Either way, this Lucas is in the world between worlds, ending his saga and feeling pretty good again. Along the way he’s getting deep on creating life and wondering if he’s ever known anyone in an iron lung. Which all makes total sense.
So have a Diet Coke, celebrate the l...
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July 22, 2025 • 62 mins
It’s the darker middle chapter in our epic trilogy of George Lucas Rolling Stone interview episodes as we discuss the chat from 1983. It’s wild as to say Lucas is a little grumpy in this one is an understatement. But it’s not all doom and gloom as he dares to be cute defending Ewoks and takes time out for his favorite healthy breakfast.
So don’t listen to Luke Skywalker and his friends, celebrate the love and listen today!
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July 15, 2025 • 60 mins
Join us as kickoff a new trilogy of Blast Points episodes exploring a series of revealing interviews George Lucas did with Rolling Stone magazine starting here with a look at his first one in August 1977. It’s all good times and sugar free ice cream as Lucas talks about how he was unhappy with the film, his hopes for the sequels, his passion for narrative art, how the reaction to American Graffiti inspired Star Wars and how now he...
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July 8, 2025 • 77 mins
Our two weeks of Revenge of the Sith episodes continues with a look at the very long history of the “lava planet” final battle between Obi-Wan and Anakin that eventually became the Mustafar duel. Lucas was dreaming up this moment all the way back in 1977 and we’re going over every time it almost made it into a Star Wars movie.
AND - we’re studying the 2015 ROTS DVD documentary, WITHIN A MINUTE. Join us as we discuss its many hi...
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July 1, 2025 • 60 mins
We’re back and we’re kicking off 2 weeks of Revenge of the Sith based episodes because we heard always 2 there are. This week we’re talking the topic you all wanted to hear about, the Revenge of the Sith read-along record ( actually it’s a CD) from 2017. How do you condense ROTS into 15 minutes? Listen and find out!
PLUS - what was happening with us in June, a shocking listener message and more!
So count with The Count, cele...
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June 14, 2025 • 33 mins
We are so excited to bring you this roundtable interview with ANDOR supervising sound editor MARGIT PFEIFFER recorded live at Lucasfilm. Jason was honored to be out there and to be a part of this, talking all about the sound of Ghorman, how to make a speech even more powerful, the history of Star Wars sound and so much more.
You’ll hear Jason along with Alex and Mollie from Star Wars Explained, Gustavo from Triad of the Force,...
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June 13, 2025 • 25 mins
We are thrilled to bring you this roundtable interview with K2SO himself, ALAN TUDYK recorded live at Lucasfilm. Jason was honored to be out there and to be a part of this, talking all about what makes K2 so special, being able to give life to his birth in Andor season 2 and so much more.
You’ll hear Jason along with Alex and Mollie from Star Wars Explained, Gustavo from Triad of the Force, Alex from Children of the Watch and ...
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June 12, 2025 • 31 mins
We are so excited to bring you this roundtable interview with ANDOR creator TONY GILROY recorded live at Lucasfilm. Jason was honored to be out there and to be a part of this, talking all about history, revolution, the art of Star Wars names and so much more.
You’ll hear Jason along with Alex and Mollie from Star Wars Explained, Gustavo from Triad of the Force, Alex from Children of the Watch and moderator Kristin Baver.
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May 27, 2025 • 63 mins
Here’s what got us asking “what’s the plan, Alderaan”. Maybe you’ve heard it before :
“I regret that I am unable to present my father's request to you in person, but my ship has fallen under attack and I'm afraid my mission to bring you to Alderaan has failed. I have placed information vital to the survival of the Rebellion into the memory systems of this R2 unit. My father will know how to retrieve it. You must see this droid sa...
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Somehow it’s been a month since Celebration Japan and in that time there’s been a lot we missed out on. In a matter of weeks there was Revenge of the Sith back in theaters, Tales of the Underworld and the second season of Light and Magic! Listen as we talk about all of these and share some amazing listener messages from seeing ROTS on the big screen once again!
So dare to be dopey, celebrate the love and listen today!
JOIN TH...
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May 13, 2025 • 144 mins
The final three episodes of Andor are here, and we’re hijacking a U-Wing to bring you a Death Star-sized discussion! Listen as we break down all the emotion, action, and surprises packed into these incredible episodes of one the best Star Wars stories ever told.
So rewatch the whole series again, celebrate the love and listen today!
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May 6, 2025 • 87 mins
The third arc of Andor Season 2 has finally arrived—and it’s nothing short of a masterclass in tension, action, and drama. Not only is it in our opinion, one of the finest pieces of Star Wars television ever made, it’s a stunning reminder of just how powerful and unique this series truly is. Join us as we discuss the Force Healer, the Ghorman Massacre, Mon Mothma’s moment and so much more.
AND - we’re still talking about the BJ...
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April 29, 2025 • 79 mins
The revolution continues as we are discussing this second batch of Andor season 2 episodes! Join us as we get closer to Rogue One and get to know the Ghorman Front, watch Syril and Dedra get weird, thrill at Cassian going undercover, gasp at Saw huffing some poisonous gas stuff, we meet the new Bail and almost die as tensions soar at the fancy Imperial Ball.
PLUS - we’re looking back at Celebration, talking the prequel renaissan...
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April 25, 2025 • 53 mins
LIVE from the University Stage at Star Wars Celebration Japan, it's The George Lucas Super Live Adventure History! Join us as we talk about this unique live 1993 stage show tribute to the cinema of George Lucas and explain not only how it happened but the secret influence it has had on live entertainment!
So get the magic wand from Hiromi, listen today and celebrate the love!
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April 24, 2025 • 60 mins
For those who were there, for those who will never forget, for those who will experience it for the first time… it’s BLAST POINTS ALIVE on the Holonet News Stage at Star Wars Celebration Japan! We had just got back from the awesome Ahsoka panel and we’re talking all about that and all the insane Star Wars madness and fun we’d experienced so far at Celebration! Mandalorian & Grogu! Starfighter! Maul! Andor! Food! Yoda blinking...
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April 22, 2025 • 70 mins
Andor season 2 is finally here and we are seriously so excited to finally be able to talk about it! Join us as we discuss without spoilers why this season is so special and take an in depth look at the first 3 episode arc! It’s all about the amazing opening, Cassian in the jungle, the Empire and fondue, the Mothma estate wedding, coming home to yourself and a floating disco ball of doom!
So get out those fancy cakes, celebrat...
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April 6, 2025 • 71 mins
It's Star Wars Celebration season and before we leave for Japan, we're checking in with The Celebration Guru herself, Into A Larger World's Kara DJ! Join us as we take a look back at the last time Celebration was held in Japan in 2008 and discuss what exciting fun stuff could be happening next week! AND - we take Celebration questions from listeners like you that are full of helpful tips and tricks to help you survive the weekend...
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March 29, 2025 • 103 mins
This week we are thrilled to welcome back to Blast Points for his fourth chat with us, from Skywalker Sound, the wonderful David W. Collins! Since we've last talked to David, he has been doing sound design and editing for little things like The Bad Batch season 3, Tales of the Empire and Skeleton Crew, Join us as we talk a lot about the incredible sounds of Skeleton Crew, plans for the upcoming Star Wars Celebration Japan and h...
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March 16, 2025 • 55 mins
There are some big Star Wars movie release anniversaries happening this year but the biggest just might be the ATTACK OF THE CLONES 23rd ANNIVERSARY! Join us as we celebrate this momentous occasion by looking at what happens in AOTC every 23 minutes. AND - with this being AOTC, we had to take it one step further! We're rating each 23-minute mark as either "uh huh" or "yeah" (or is it yes?) What's the shocking meaning of the...
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March 9, 2025 • 58 mins
Sure, we all adore that lovable caped Imperial, ORSON KRENNIC but this week Blast Points dares to ask WHY? What makes him so magical and just so delightful to watch? Listen along as we get hyped for his return in Andor season 2 and countdown our top 10 favorite Krennic lines from Rogue One! Which ones are our top classic Krennic lines? Listen and find out!
PLUS - totally serious and important Blast Points news that could possib...
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