Inside The Force: A Star Wars Podcast
Film, TV & Pop Culture
About
A weekly Star Wars podcast exploring the galaxy far, far away. Fueled by our love and passion for the Force, we tap into hundreds of holocrons in order to bring you the knowledge and insight of all things Star Wars. We'll discuss unique topics, analyze the news, and bring on guests to join the conversations. Join us as we go Inside The Force.
Episodes
- Episode 501: Allies and Lord
David and Hannah review the last episodes of Maul: Shadow Lord, focusing on Darth Vader's appearance and the series conclusion. The hosts also touch on Star Wars Celebration tickets and reaching their 500th episode.
- Episode 500: The Reunion
Inside The Force celebrates its 500th episode with a reunion of past guests Casey, Cody, and Cory. The hosts and guests reflect on the show's journey, share Star Wars memories, and look toward the future of the franchise.
- Episode 499: Oblivion and Fear
In Episode 499, hosts David and Hannah analyze Chapters 7 and 8 of Maul: Shadow Lord, discussing Maul's psychological decline and the increasing threat from the Empire as the narrative approaches its conclusion. The episode also touches on…
- Episode 498: Inquisition and Hunted
In Episode 498 of Inside The Force, David and Hannah analyze Chapters 5 and 6 of Maul: Shadow Lord. They discuss the series' darker themes, Maul's long-term plans becoming evident, and how these chapters establish the direction for the res…
- Episode 497: Whispers and Vengeance
This episode covers Chapters 3 and 4 of Maul: Shadow Lord, with hosts David and Hannah. They also discuss Star Wars Celebration and details about purchasing tickets for the event.
- Episode 496: Revenge and Schemes
This episode of Inside The Force covers the first two chapters of Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord, detailing Maul's re-entry into the criminal underworld. Hosts also discuss the new trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu.
- Episode 495: Maul Unleashed
David and Hannah review the trailer for Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord, discussing its potential exploration of the character. They also cover revealed episode titles and a newly announced tie-in comic.
- Episode 494: Fall of the Dawn
In episode 494, hosts David and Martin cover recent Star Wars news, discussing Maul: Shadow Lord, The Mandalorian and Grogu, and the Dawn of the Jedi project
- Episode 493: Two Messages
In Episode 493 of Inside The Force, David and Hannah discuss the marketing approach for The Mandalorian and Grogu. They analyze the Super Bowl spot versus the standard trailer, questioning the decision to use a nostalgic ad for Star Wars'…
- Episode 492: New Leadership
In Episode 492, hosts David and Hannah analyze recent leadership changes at Lucasfilm and Disney, exploring the potential effects on the future direction and storytelling of the Star Wars franchise.
- Episode 491: Maul is Coming
In this episode, hosts David and Hannah share their initial reactions to the Maul: Shadow Lord teaser. They analyze the teaser's tone, visuals, and discuss potential connections to The Clone Wars and Rebels, as well as its place in the wid…
- Episode 490: Star Wars in 2026
In Episode 490, hosts David and Hannah preview Star Wars content slated for 2026, covering shows like The Mandalorian and Ahsoka, game Maul: Shadow Lord, series The Ninth Jedi, literature, and updates to the Galaxy's Edge park.
- Episode 489: Year in Review 2025
Inside The Force hosts David and Hannah review the Star Wars content released in 2025, including series, novels, and announcements. They also analyze the current leadership at Lucasfilm, with a focus on Kathleen Kennedy's tenure and potent…
- Episode 488: The Original
Hosts David and Hannah reflect on the 50th anniversary re-release of the original Star Wars, discussing its legacy and the debate over different versions. They also examine the impact of Star Wars Rebels, including its introduction of key…
- Episode 487: Happy Life Day
This episode celebrates Star Wars Life Day, examining its history and changes since the Holiday Special. Hosts David and Hannah also discuss the new novel "Master of Evil", the end of Star Wars Insider magazine, and their first memories of…
- Episode 486: Visions Returns
David and Hannah discuss a proposed but rejected Ben Solo film from Lucasfilm and Disney. They also cover the return of Star Wars: Visions, highlighting nine new anime shorts, including continuations of "The Duel," "The Village Bride," and…
- Episode 485: Ben Solo Denied
The hosts discuss a rejected Ben Solo film pitch, new Star Wars book announcements from New York Comic Con including a romance novel and a story about Rey and Leia, and provide updates on Star Wars: Eclipse and Star Wars: Visions.
- Episode 484: Clone Wars Closeout
In episode 484, hosts David and Hannah review The Clone Wars Season 7, discuss the Ahsoka Season 2 filming wrap, the trailer for Star Wars: Visions Volume 3, and the Spaceballs 2 cast photo.
- Episode 483: Ahsoka's Journey
David, Hannah, and Martin discuss Ahsoka Tano's character development throughout The Clone Wars, covering her time as Anakin's Padawan and her exit from the Jedi Order. They also touch upon the trailer and poster for The Mandalorian and Gr…
- Episode 482: Heart of War
David and Hannah from Inside The Force examine story arcs from The Clone Wars, such as the Siege of Mandalore and Umbara, to determine which best represents the series' heart. The episode also touches on the trailer for Star Wars: Beyond V…
- Episode 481: Clone Wars Growth
David and Hannah examine the character arcs of The Clone Wars, debating compelling developments and the show's impact on Anakin Skywalker's perception. The episode also touches on Star Wars: Visions and The Acolyte.
- Episode 480: Goodbye Chancellor
In episode 480, hosts David and Hannah honor actor Terence Stamp, known for his role as Chancellor Valorum in Star Wars: The Phantom Menace. They also touch on Simon Kinberg's Star Wars trilogy ideas and The High Republic.
- Episode 479: The Doctor
David and Hannah discuss rumored casting for Star Wars: Starfighter, including Matt Smith as the villain alongside Ryan Gosling and Mia Goth. The hosts also speculate on a potential unified Star Wars narrative arc centered around the New J…
- Episode 478: The Lucas Legacy
David and Martin discuss George Lucas' legacy, including the upcoming Lucas Museum of Narrative Art and the 50th anniversary of A New Hope. The episode also covers Comic Con reveals and the Maul: Shadow Lord series.
- Episode 477: The Emmy Noms
In episode 477, hosts David and Hannah celebrate Andor's 14 Emmy nominations, covering categories like Outstanding Drama Series and Directing. They discuss the significance for Star Wars storytelling and its place in streaming television.
- Episode 476: The Minor Stories
In Episode 476, hosts David and Hannah highlight minor Star Wars characters, discussing which ones deserve their own stories. The episode also covers the High Republic reading order and confirmed directors for Ahsoka Season 2.
- Episode 475: Mapping the Galaxy
In Episode 475 of Inside The Force, David and Hannah cover the end of the High Republic series and preview new Star Wars comics. They also delve into the recently released official map detailing the entire known Star Wars galaxy.
- Episode 474: The Legacy Ends
Inside The Force hosts David and Hannah examine the role of legacy Star Wars characters in the franchise's future and debate the optimal structure for television series, considering episode count, season length, and overall show longevity.
- Episode 473: Andor Reflection
In this episode, hosts David and Hannah reflect on the Star Wars series Andor, analyzing its significance and comparing it to other shows. They also discuss recent news regarding a potential Maul: Shadow Lord series and R-rated Star Wars f…
- Episode 472: Andor Concludes
In Episode 472, David and Hannah conclude their coverage of Andor, analyzing the final episodes and Cassian's journey within the broader Star Wars narrative. The discussion extends to the new DLC for Star Wars: Outlaws and the role of AI i…
- Episode 471: Welcome to the Rebellion
Inside The Force: A Star Wars Podcast covers the Tales of the Underworld series, featuring characters like Asajj Ventress and Cad Bane. The hosts also analyze recent episodes of Andor, discussing plot points such as the Ghorman incident an…
- Episode 470: All Eyes on Ghorman
In episode 470 of Inside The Force, David and Hannah review three episodes of Andor Season 2, discuss a new novel focusing on Finn and Jannah, and cover the release of Tales of the Underworld and Star Wars Day.
- Episode 469: One Year Later
The hosts of Inside The Force podcast discuss the initial three episodes of Andor Season 2, covering plot developments and notable moments. They also address news about a potential recast for Bail Organa and updates on Lucasfilm President…
- Episode 468: Celebration in Japan
David and Hannah discuss news from Star Wars Celebration Japan, covering announcements like Star Wars: Starfighter, Maul: Shadow Lord, Ahsoka Season 2, The Mandalorian and Grogu film, and the Star Wars: Zero Company game.
- Episode 467: Stories from the Underworld
In episode 467, hosts David and Hannah review the trailer for Andor Season 2 and Tales of the Underworld. They also cover news about the game Star Wars: Beyond Victory and speculate on future Star Wars story possibilities.
- Episode 466: Adapting
In episode 466, David and Hannah discuss the budget for The Mandalorian and Grogu film, the release time for Andor, and the Knights of the Old Republic remake. They also debate adapting Lucasfilm's publishing slate into live-action or anim…
- Episode 465: Speak Out, Stand Up
In this episode, David and Hannah review the latest Special Look at Andor Season 2 and discuss the trailer. They also cover news from Star Wars Celebration and the Reign of the Empire novel.
- Episode 464: Stepping Down
In episode 464 of Inside The Force, David and Martin discuss rumors about Kathleen Kennedy stepping down as President of Lucasfilm, the new trailer for Andor Season 2, and the 20th anniversary of Episode III: Revenge of the Sith.
- Episode 463: Recasting the Galaxy
In Episode 463, hosts David and Hannah explore the concept of recasting characters within the Star Wars universe, debating its effectiveness and considering historical and future examples. The discussion also covers Star Wars Celebration 2…
- Episode 462: The Rey Movie
In this episode, David and Hannah explore the upcoming Rey movie, Daisy Ridley's positive reception to the script, and the potential significance of her return. The discussion also includes recent news from the Disneyland show.
- Episode 461: Luke in Batuu
In Episode 461, David and Hannah explore the possibility of Luke Skywalker's presence in Batuu. The discussion also covers Lucasfilm's new VP of Development and a recent Bad Batch novel.
- Episode 460: A Good Cast
In Episode 460, David and Hannah review Star Wars: Skeleton Crew episodes 6 and 7, discuss deleted scenes related to Jod, and cover casting rumors. They also preview Star Wars content for 2025 and share news about recasting Baylan Skoll an…
- Episode 459: Fight Back
David and Hannah review the season finale of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew and discuss rumors about Ahsoka season 2. The episode also touches on Discord and other Star Wars content.
- Episode 458: Eternal Treasure
In Episode 458 of Inside The Force, hosts David and Hannah review episodes 6 and 7 of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew. They also discuss upcoming Star Wars content for 2025, including news about the Baylan Skoll recast and an Old Republic series.
- Episode 457: Year in Review 2024
In episode 457 of Inside The Force, hosts David and Hannah review the Star Wars content released in 2024, including episodes 4 and 5 of Skeleton Crew. David also recounts meeting a Jedi at Disney World.
- Episode 456: A Mysterious Stranger
In this episode, hosts David and Hannah review the third episode of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew. They also cover recent news concerning The Mandalorian and Grogu.
- Episode 455: Going Past the Barrier
In episode 455, David and Hannah discuss and review the initial two episodes of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew. The podcast is indexed from public RSS feeds.
- Episode 454: Before Skeleton Crew
David and Hannah discuss their thoughts and expectations on the upcoming release of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew. Indexed from public RSS feeds.
- Episode 453: The Wild Card
In episode 453 of Inside The Force, hosts David and Hannah cover topics such as Skeleton Crew, Star Wars Visions, The Rise of Skywalker comic series, and a new DLC for Star Wars: Outlaws.
- Episode 452: The Cinematic Asset
In episode 452, hosts David and Hannah review composer Mick Giacchino's score for Skeleton Crew, discuss news from D23 Brazil, and explore topics including Star Wars comics and Rey's significance as a cinematic asset.