Star Wars Generations Podcast • Beyond the Screen
Film, TV & Pop Culture
About
A millennial, Gen Z'er, and Gen X'er walk into a cantina... Each of us came into Star Wars in our own way, at our own time, and there is so much we can learn from each other when those differences fuel conversation, not conflict. Join Erin, Matthew, and Alex as we share our love for the galaxy far, far away on the Star Wars Generations Podcast! We’ve started the conversation. Now we want to hear from you! Want to continue the discussion with us? Agree or disagree with what we talked about, or add your own thoughts? We’ve got options for you! Discord: Join in the conversation about this podcast, my other podcast Superhero Ethics, as well as the rest of the TruStory.FM Podcast Email: ✉️ swg@theet
Episodes
- Maul: Shadow Lord • Full Series Look Back
The Star Wars Generations Podcast hosts review the first season of "Maul: Shadow Lord," analyzing character arcs, Vader's presence, and comparing Star Wars films.
- Maul: Shadow Lord • Reflections After Episode 10
Matthew Fox, Pete Wright, and AK Ahab discuss Season 1 of "Maul: Shadow Lord," focusing on Darth Vader's silent appearance, Devan's descent, and the Crimson Dawn cliffhanger. They debate Maul's anti-hero status, concluding he is a villain.…
- Maul: Shadow Lord • Episodes 9 & 10
In this episode, hosts Matthew and Erin analyze the finale of Maul: Shadow Lord, focusing on Darth Vader's silent entrance, lightsaber choreography, and the implications of Vader being recently Anakin Skywalker. They also discuss Maul's in…
- Maul: Shadow Lord • Episodes 7 & 8
This episode reviews Maul: Shadow Lord episodes 7 and 8, analyzing Maul's character arc, fight sequences, and psychological descent. The discussion also explores animation techniques and the portrayal of mental states.
- Maul: Shadow Lord • Reflections After Episode 6
Matthew Fox, Pete Wright, and AK Ahab discuss the character of Maul in Maul: Shadow Lord, analyzing his manipulative tendencies versus his agenda-driven honesty. They also touch on the show's tone, subplots, casting, and potential narrativ…
- Maul: Shadow Lord • Episodes 5 & 6
The Empire has arrived and no one asked for it — least of all Maul, Lawson, Daki, or Devin. Maul: Shadow Lord episodes 5 and 6 bring the full weight of Imperial authority crashing down on every faction at once, and Matthew, Alex, and Erin…
- Maul: Shadow Lord • Episodes 3 & 4
Maul doesn’t threaten Devon — he listens to her, needles her anger, and offers to be whatever monster she needs him to be. Matthew and Alex dig into episodes three and four of Maul: Shadow Lord, breaking down why Maul’s approach to dark si…
- Maul Shadow Lord • Episodes 1 & 2: A Bit of War Crime as a Treat
A heist on a crime-syndicate planet, a “Duel of the Fates” needle drop that hasn’t been heard since The Phantom Menace, and a Sith lord who barely has to break a sweat... Maul is off to a hell of a start. Matthew and Alex welcome TruStory…
- Maul: Shadow Lord • Episodes 1 & 2
The long wait is over — Maul: Shadow Lord is here, and episodes one and two make one thing clear: this is not a redemption arc. Matthew and Erin bring their first reactions to a Star Wars series that plants its villain firmly at the center…
- Maul: Shadow Lord • A Primer
Darth Maul was cut in half at the end of The Phantom Menace — and then he spent a decade going slowly insane on a trash planet, came back, conquered Mandalore, and watched it all collapse again. With Maul: Shadow Lord arriving, Matthew and…
- Maul Before the Myth
Darth Maul was never meant to be a true Sith and the Legends novels make that case with devastating clarity. Matthew is joined by Jonah Kellman, host of the Legends novel podcast The Archives Are Incomplete and director of the Judge Progra…
- The Umbara Arc • Clone Wars S4: Eps 7-10
Pong Krell doesn't just make the clones suffer; he makes the audience question everything the Republic claims to stand for. Matthew and Alex dig into The Clone Wars' Umbara arc, one of the darkest and most ethically uncompromising storylin…
- Ahsoka & Asajj on the Run • Clone Wars S4: Eps 14, 19-20
Just as Asajj Ventress finally finds a community that wants her for herself, Grievous shows up and takes it apart — and that's only one of three Clone Wars arcs Matthew and Erin are dissecting this episode. They're covering Season 4 episod…
- How Maul Took Mandalore: Death Watch, Satine, and Palpatine's Endgame
Darth Maul doesn't just survive; he conquers. With Matthew out of town, Alex and Erin take over Star Wars Generations to dig into Maul's arc across The Clone Wars Seasons 4 and 5: the Death Watch alliance, the takeover of Mandalore, and th…
- Anakin’s Got Game?!? • Clone Wars S4: Eps 11-13
Anakin lets someone die to keep his cover. That’s where The Clone Wars Season 4 goes in episodes 11–13, and Matthew and Erin are here for every uncomfortable moment of it. Erin brought these three episodes as her Season 4 picks for Star Wa…
- Clone Wars S4 • Obi-Wan Undercover: Eps 15-18
Clone Wars S4 • Obi-Wan Undercover: Eps 15-18When Obi-Wan fakes his death to infiltrate a bounty hunter plot against Palpatine, the mission succeeds—but the Jedi Council's deception shatters Anakin's trust and pushes him closer to the dark…
- Clone Wars S3 • Heroes on Both Sides + Ahsoka Hunted for Sport
Erin’s Season 3 Favorites—Heroes on Both Sides and Ahsoka Hunted for SportWhat happens when you mix separatist political intrigue, a classic mob betrayal, and one of the darkest survival stories in Star Wars animation? Matthew and Erin div…
- Maul: Shadow Lord • Trailer Breakdown + Clone Wars Return
Maul Returns: Breaking Down the Shadow Lord Trailer and His Clone Wars SurvivalThe Star Wars timeline between Revenge of the Sith and Rebels remains one of the franchise’s most intriguing periods, and the upcoming Maul: Shadow Lord series…
- Clone Wars S3 • Clone Cadets: Ep 1
Clone Cadets: Where Domino Squad Learned to Stop FailingBefore Fives uncovered Order 66 and Echo became a cyborg, they were just cadets who couldn't pass basic training. This Season 3 premiere of Clone Wars takes us to Kamino's training fa…
- Book Club • Why We Love Star Wars Novels
Why We Love Star Wars Novels: Behind the Scenes of Star Wars Generations Book ClubThe Star Wars Generations hosts pull back the curtain on their popular book club series, explaining what makes the written word such a powerful medium for ga…
- Star Wars 2025 in Review
As 2025 draws to a close, the Star Wars landscape looks radically different than it did a year ago. The Acolyte's cancellation sent shockwaves through the fandom, Skeleton Crew emerged as an unexpected gem, and Andor Season 2 proved why so…
- Star Wars: Visions Volume 3
With a new season of Star Wars: Visions out, we’re talking about the stories we love, the ones that made us think, and the ones that made us scratch our heads. **************************************************************************This…
- Clone Wars S3 • The Nightsisters Arc: Eps 12-14
When Count Dooku betrays Asajj Ventress on Palpatine's orders, she returns to her origins on Dathomir—and the revenge plot that unfolds introduces one of the most tragic characters in Star Wars. This three-episode arc of Clone Wars explore…
- Clone Wars S3 • The Mortis Arc: Eps 15-17
Matthew, Erin, and Alex dive into the Clone Wars' most mystical and mind-bending storyline: the Mortis arc. When Anakin, Obi-Wan, and Ahsoka are summoned to a Force-rich realm where three powerful beings—the Father, the Son, and the Daught…
- Clone Wars S2 • Senatorial Drama: Eps 4 & 15
“Today it’s breaking a chair. Tomorrow, the Death Star.”The Clone Wars S2E4 "Senate Spy" & S2E15 "Senate Murders"The hosts examine two Padmé-focused episodes that explore The Clone Wars beyond the battlefield. "Senate Spy" depicts Anakin's…
- Clone Wars S2 • The Deserter: Ep 10
The Clone Wars S2E10 "The Deserter"The hosts dive into one of The Clone Wars' most thought-provoking episodes, examining Rex's encounter with Cut Lawquane—a clone who abandoned the war to build a family. This episode raises uncomfortable q…
- The Mandalorian and Grogu • Trailer Response
The first trailer for The Mandalorian and Grogu has dropped, and Erin and Alex dive deep into every frame while Matthew sits this one out (spoiler-free as always). From Zeb's live-action bow staff combat to Rotta the Hutt's surprising retu…
- Clone Wars S2 • The Geonosian Arc: Eps 5-8
The Geonosian Arc Deep Dive (Star Wars: The Clone Wars S2 E5-8)Erin and Matthew dissect one of Star Wars: The Clone Wars' most complex story arcs, examining the Second Battle of Geonosis and its haunting brain worm invasion. This four-epis…
- Clone Wars • Season 2 Eps 12-14: Mandalore Arc
The Mandalore Plot Arc: Obi-Wan's Lost Love and Anakin's Dark PathStar Wars: The Clone Wars’ Season Two's Mandalore trilogy of episodes explores one of the most pivotal character arcs in Star Wars. This three-episode storyline introduces D…
- Rogue One After Andor: How the Series Transforms the Film
The hosts of Star Wars Generations reunite after their hiatus to discuss rewatching Rogue One following the conclusion of Andor Season Two. This episode explores how the Disney+ series fundamentally changes the viewing experience of the 20…
- Andor • Season 2 Feedback
Andor Series Finale Discussion & Summer Hiatus AnnouncementThe Star Wars Generations team concludes their deep dive into the Andor series on Disney+ with a discussion of its darkest moments, compelling character arcs, and thought-provoking…
- Rogue One • Rebroadcast
Rebroadcast of Rogue One CoverageAndor has come to an end, and after a month of recording within 24 hours of the episodes going live—and the recent baby shower for my soon-to-arrive new Padawan—we need a week off. In this episode, we’re sh…
- Andor • S2 E10-12
Star Wars Generations: Andor Season 2 Finale Reactions - The Dawn of RebellionThe groundbreaking Andor series reaches its powerful conclusion, connecting directly to Rogue One and reshaping how we view the Star Wars universe. In this episo…
- Andor • S2 E7-9
Ghorman Massacre, Mon Mothma's Speech, and Political ParallelsIn this gripping episode of Star Wars Generations, hosts Matthew, Alex, Erin, and Aaron dive deep into what many consider the pinnacle of Star Wars television (at least until ne…
- Andor • S2 E4-6
Matthew, Alex (also known as "Where is Jimmy"), and Erin (also known as "A Sapphic Love Affair") dissect the middle chapters of Andor Season 2. The group dives into how these pivotal episodes mark the halfway point of both the season and t…
- Andor • S2 E1-3
The hosts of Star Wars Generations dive deep into the first three episodes of Andor Season 2, which premiered with a triple-episode release. Matthew, Erin, and Alex explore how the show immediately establishes its political commentary and…
- Andor Season 2 Primer
What to Expect Before the Star Wars Series ReturnsMatthew and Alex talk about everything we need to know for Andor Season 2! The new season will bridge the gap between the first season and Rogue One, showing the evolution of the Rebellion…
- Andor: Reflections & Responses • Rebroadcast
Rebroadcast: Reflecting on Andor Season One and What’s AheadIn this rebroadcast of the Star Wars Generations podcast, host Matthew brings together two guests, Danielle WrittenInTheStarWars and AJ Starkiller (Jedi Starkiller), to reflect on…
- Andor: Season One Finale • Rebroadcast
With Star Wars: Andor Season 2 just weeks away, we're revisiting our coverage of Season 1!In this episode, we dive into Season 1 Episode 12, Rix Road, the epic season finale. As our hosts gear up for the next chapter, they reflect on the p…
- Clone Wars S1 • Matthew’s Favs: Eps 11-14
In this episode of Star Wars Generations, host Matthew takes control to discuss his favorite episodes from Season 1 of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, specifically episodes 11–14. These episodes cover two distinct arcs: the "Dooku Captured" sto…
- Clone Wars S1 • Alex’s Favs: Eps 5, 10, 15
Star Wars: The Clone Wars Season 1: Alex's Favorite EpisodesIn this episode of Star Wars Generations, Matthew and Alex continue our coverage of Star Wars: The Clone Wars Season 1 by discussing Alex's favorite episodes. After covering Erin'…
- Clone Wars S1 • Erin’s Favs: Eps 19-21
Star Wars Generations: Revisiting The Clone Wars Season 1 Ryloth ArcIn this episode of Star Wars Generations, hosts Matthew and Erin dive into the Ryloth arc (episodes "Storm Over Ryloth," "Innocents of Ryloth," and "Liberty on Ryloth") fr…
- Droids • The Animated Series + Intro to Book Club: Queen’s Shadow
Star Wars: Droids – The Forgotten First Animated SeriesIn this episode of Star Wars Generations, hosts Erin and Matthew explore Star Wars: Droids, the first-ever Star Wars animated series. This often overlooked show from the mid-1980s foll…
- Star Wars: The Clone Wars • The Movie
The Star Wars: The Clone Wars animated movie marked a pivotal moment in Star Wars history, though its initial reception was mixed. In this episode of Star Wars Generations, hosts Matthew, Alex, and Erin explore how this 2008 theatrical rel…
- Star Wars: Clone Wars • The 2D Micro-Series
Star Wars: Clone Wars – The Forgotten 2D Micro-SeriesThe Star Wars Generations podcast dives into one of the earliest Star Wars animated series—the 2003–2005 Clone Wars 2D micro-series. Released between Attack of the Clones and Revenge of…
- Skeleton Crew with Danielle and Riki
Star Wars Generations dives deep into Disney+'s Skeleton Crew in this wrap-up discussion. Host Matthew joins returning guests Riki and Danielle to explore how this coming-of-age adventure series fits into the broader Star Wars universe whi…
- Star Wars Animation
We're going to be focusing on Star Wars animated TV shows for the next little while, and in this episode, we kick off with an overview! What happens when Star Wars moves from live-action to animation (and in some cases, back again)? We tal…
- Book Club • Why We Love Star Wars Novels • Member Bonus
Join the hosts of Star Wars Generations for the 2025 kick off of the Book Club, the special member episodes that come out every month, exploring different books and how they tie into the Star Wars Universe. From political intrigue to intim…
- Skeleton Crew Wrap-Up and Listener Feedback
Join Erin and Matthew as they dive into the first season of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew! They discuss key moments, themes, and respond to your feedback, wrapping up with their final thoughts. Don't miss it! ***********************************…
- Skeleton Crew • Episode 8
Star Wars: Skeleton Crew Finale Deep Dive — Episode 8 AnalysisJoin hosts Matthew Fox and Alex Kormann as they unpack the season finale of Star Wars: Skeleton Crew. In this episode, they dive into how the show successfully stuck its landing…