WHAT THE FORCE ? A Star Wars Show
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About
WHAT THE FORCE? A VERY META STAR WARS PODCAST. We will explore not only the movies, associated canon of Star Wars from an intersectional perspective. The Show, Whattheforce.ca and @wtforceshow are hosted by Marie-Claire Gould. The show is exploring what the force Star Wars is this all about.
Episodes
- Maul Shadow Lord: Chaper 9 & 10
In this episode of WHAT THE FORCE ? A Star Wars Show, host Marie-Claire Gould and guest Katie discuss the Disney+ series Maul: Shadow Lord. They delve into topics of life archetypes, including aggressive, passive, and positive change, refe…
- Maul Shadow Lord: Chapter 7 & 8 (Season 1)
Host Marie-Claire Gould and guest Katie discuss "Maul: Shadow Lord," including character archetypes like "Shadow Aggressive, Passive," and the integrity of love in healing.
- Maul Shadow Lord: Ch. 5 & 6 (Season 1)
Host Marie-Claire Gould and guest Katie discuss the Disney+ series Maul: Shadow Lord, exploring life archetypes such as Shadow Aggressive, Passive, and positive change, with a reference to KM Weiland's theories on archetypal character arcs.
- Maul Shadow Lord: Chapter 3 & 4 (Season 1)
Host Marie-Claire Gould and guest Katie discuss the Disney+ show Maul: Shadow Lord, covering Chapters 3 and 4 of Season 1.
- Maul Shadow Lord: Chapters 1 & 2 (Season 1)
This episode of WHAT THE FORCE ? A Star Wars Show features host Marie-Claire Gould and guest Katie discussing the Disney+ series Maul: Shadow Lord, specifically chapters 1 and 2. The description includes links to related YouTube videos and…
- Power of Myth & Symbolism: Maul is Sisyphus
Host Marie-Claire Gould and guest Katie discuss the character Maul from Star Wars, comparing him to Sisyphus in anticipation of the show Maul: Shadow Lord. The episode touches on myth and symbolism within the Star Wars universe.
- The Force… Thus far
Host Marie-Claire Gould and guest Hannah discuss the Meta of the Force from a Canon Perspective.
- REYLO = Alchemical Union (Jung & Star Wars)
Host Marie-Claire Gould speaks with author Steve Ellerhoff about the Jungian concept of Reylo as an Alchemical Union, drawing parallels to Star Wars symbolism. Ellerhoff is the author of "Jung and Star Wars: A Contemporary Mythology."
- Star Wars Visions 3 | Black
Host Marie-Claire Gould and guest Hammie discuss the Star Wars: Visions Season 3 episode titled
- Star Wars Visions 3 | Bird of Paradise
Host Marie-Claire Gould and guest Hammie discuss Star Wars: Visions Season 3 – Each episode, available on Disney+.
- Star Wars: Visions 3 | The Smuggler
Host Marie-Claire Gould and guest Hammie discuss Star Wars: Visions Season 3, covering each episode released on Disney+.
- Star Wars: Visions 3 | The Lost Ones
Marie-Claire Gould and guest Hammie discuss Star Wars: Visions Season 3, which features episodes released on Disney+.
- Star Wars: Visions 3 |Yuko’s Treasure
Host Marie-Claire Gould and guest Hammie discuss the Star Wars: Visions Season 3 episode "Yuko’s Treasure." The episode was released on Disney+.
- Star Wars: Visions 3 | The Bounty Hunters
Host Marie-Claire Gould and guest Hammie discuss the "The Bounty Hunters" episode from Star Wars: Visions Season 3, available on Disney+.
- Star Wars: Visions 3 | The Ninth Jedi: Child of Hope
This episode of WHAT THE FORCE ? A Star Wars Show features host Marie-Claire Gould and guest Hammie discussing Star Wars: Visions Season 3, specifically the episode "The Ninth Jedi: Child of Hope," which is available on Disney+.
- Star Wars: Visions 3 | The Song of Four Wings
The podcast episode discusses Star Wars: Visions Season 3, specifically the episode "The Song of Four Wings." Hosts Marie-Claire Gould and Hammie share their thoughts on the Disney+ release.
- Star Wars: Visions 3 | The Duel: Payback
Host Marie-Claire Gould and guest Hammie discuss the Star Wars: Visions episode "The Duel: Payback" from Season 3, which was released on Disney+.
- The Hunt for Ben Solo Continues…
Host Marie-Claire Gould is joined by Rachael from Scavenger’s Hoard to discuss "The Hunt for Ben Solo." The episode references various links and resources related to the initiative, including a GoFundMe, an organizer
- The Hunt for Ben Solo
This episode of WHAT THE FORCE ? A Star Wars Show, titled The Hunt for Ben Solo, features host Marie-Claire Gould and guests Missy and Hammie.
- Star Wars & Balanced Masculine: Defeating Patriarchy
The podcast episode features host Marie-Claire Gould and guest Missy discussing the concept of the Balanced Masculine within the context of Star Wars. Information on how to connect with the show and its creators is also available.
- Revisiting Reylo 3
This episode of WHAT THE FORCE ? A Star Wars Show, titled "Revisiting Reylo 3," features host Marie-Claire Gould and guest Hammie discussing the topic of Reylo. The episode also includes calls to action for community engagement and support.
- The Return of Maul (Maul: Shadow Lord)
The podcast episode discusses the character Maul
- Tales of the Underworld: Asajj Ventress
This episode of WHAT THE FORCE ? A Star Wars Show features host Marie-Claire Gould and guest Mori Mole discussing "Tales of the Underworld: Asajj Ventress".
- Andor Declassified: Season 2 EP 10, 11 & 12
Marie-Claire Gould and Missy discuss Andor Season 2, Episodes 10, 11, and 12. The episode includes information on supporting the podcast via Patreon and a land acknowledgement for Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
- Andor Declassified: Season 2 Ep 7, 8 & 9
Hosts Marie-Claire Gould and Missy discuss Andor Season 2, Episodes 7, 8, and 9, specifically focusing on the episodes 'Messenger' and 'Welcome to the rebellion'.
- Ahsoka’s Underworld: Live From Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025
This episode covers Ahsoka's Underworld, recorded live from the University Stage at Star Wars Celebration Japan on April 18th, 2025. Guests include John Bucher, Executive Director of the Joseph Campbell Foundation, and Marie-Claire Gould,…
- Andor Declassified: Season 2 EP 4,5&6
This episode of WHAT THE FORCE ? A Star Wars Show features host Marie-Claire Gould and guest Missy discussing Andor Season 2 episodes 4, 5, and 6, specifically referencing "Ever Been to Ghorman?", "I Have Friends Everywhere", and "What a F…
- Andor Declassified: Season 2 Episode 1, 2 & 3
The hosts discuss the first three episodes of Andor Season 2: "One Year Later," "Sagrona Teema," and "Harvest." A trigger warning is issued for discussions of assault and sexual assault depicted in Season 2, Episode 3, with the relevant se…
- Andor Declassified: Season 2 Pre-Look
Marie-Claire Gould and Missy discuss the Andor Season 2 Pre-Look episode. This podcast is produced in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
- Power of Myth & Symbolism: The American Monomyth & Star Wars
Host Marie-Claire Gould and guest Missy explore the American Monomyth within Star Wars, referencing works like "The American Monomyth" and "The Myth of the American Superhero." The episode also touches on "The Rise of Skywalker" and myth-m…
- bell hooks, Star Wars & Balanced Masculine
Host Marie-Claire Gould and guest Davide Brady discuss bell hooks' book "The Will to Change: Men, Masculinity & Love", Star Wars, and the balanced masculine and nurturing hero.
- Power of Myth & Symbolism: Anakin & the Orphean Myth
Host Marie-Claire Gould and guest Missy discuss the Orphean Myths and their connection to Anakin Skywalker.
- Skeleton Crew: Ep 8
Hosts Marie-Claire Gould and Kyle Gould discuss Skeleton Crew in this episode of WHAT THE FORCE ? A Star Wars Show. The episode details include show links and acknowledgements.
- Skeleton Crew: Ep 7
Hosts Marie-Claire Gould and Kyle Gould offer a deep dive into the Star Wars series Skeleton Crew in this episode.
- Skeleton Crew: EP 6
In this episode of WHAT THE FORCE ? A Star Wars Show, hosts Marie-Claire Gould and Kyle Gould provide a deep dive into Skeleton Crew. The podcast acknowledges its funding sources and supporters.
- Skeleton Crew: Ep 5
This episode of WHAT THE FORCE ? A Star Wars Show features hosts Marie-Claire Gould and Kyle Gould discussing episode 5 of the series Skeleton Crew. The podcast acknowledges its production location in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and expresse…
- Skeleton Crew: Ep 4
Hosts Marie-Claire Gould and Kyle Gould discuss the Star Wars series Skeleton Crew in episode Ep 4. The episode provides links to their Discord, Bluesky, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, and Patreon, and includes a land acknowledgement.
- Skeleton Crew: Ep 3
Hosts Marie-Claire Gould and Kyle Gould discuss episode 3 of Skeleton Crew. The episode details how to connect with the show on various platforms and acknowledges its patrons and contributors.
- Skeleton Crew: EP 1&2
Marie-Claire Gould and Kyle Gould discuss the first two episodes of Skeleton Crew. The episode includes information on how to support the podcast through Patreon and a land acknowledgement for the traditional territories of Treaty 7 region…
- One with the Force: 18 Universal Truths in Star Wars with Krista Noble
Dr. Krista Noble joins host Marie-Claire Gould to discuss Noble's book, "One with the Force: 18 Universal Truths in Star Wars." The book examines universal principles within Star Wars, connecting them to various world religions and philoso…
- Blindness as Disability in Star Wars
Marie-Claire Gould, Missy, and guest Ryan Looney discuss blindness as a disability in Star Wars, examining its use as metaphor from mythic and symbolic viewpoints alongside lived experiences.
- The Acolyte: OSHAMIR Discussion
Host Marie-Claire Gould and guest Laurie Kirwan-Ashman discuss the Oshamir ship from The Acolyte. This episode of WHAT THE FORCE ? A Star Wars Show is supported by patrons.
- The Acolyte: Ep 8 The Acolyte
In this episode of WHAT THE FORCE ? A Star Wars Show, hosts Marie-Claire Gould and Missy explore the mythic motifs present in The Acolyte.
- The Acolyte: Ep 7 Choice
Hosts Marie-Claire Gould and Missy explore the mythic motifs within the Star Wars series, The Acolyte, in episode 7.
- The Acolyte: Ep 6 Teach / Corrupt
This episode of WHAT THE FORCE ? A Star Wars Show, hosted by Marie-Claire Gould and Missy, explores the mythic motifs within The Acolyte, episode 6.
- The Acolyte: Ep 5 Night
Hosts Marie-Claire Gould and Missy discuss the mythic motifs of The Acolyte in episode 5.
- The Acolyte: Ep 4 Day
Marie-Claire Gould and Missy delve into the mythic motifs presented in episode 4 of The Acolyte. The podcast is produced in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.
- The Acolyte: Ep 3 Destiny
Hosts Marie-Claire Gould and Missy discuss the mythic motifs presented in The Acolyte, episode 3.
- The Acolyte: Ep 1 & 2 Lost/Found & Revenge/Justice
Marie-Claire Gould and Missy delve into the mythic motifs present in the first two episodes of The Acolyte, titled Lost/Found and Revenge/Justice.
- Nostalgia & Star Wars
This episode of WHAT THE FORCE ? A Star Wars Show, titled "Nostalgia & Star Wars," features host Marie-Claire Gould and guest Missy discussing the concept of nostalgia in relation to Star Wars. They reference various external materials, in…