89 episodes
A More Civilized Age: A Star Wars Podcast A More Civilized Age
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4.9 • 1.4K Ratings
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Join Rob Zacny, Natalie Watson, Ali Acampora, and Austin Walker as they dive headfirst into the fall of the Galactic Republic, debate which Jedi is messiest, and dig into the themes and politics of The Clone Wars. Cover Art by @XeeceeVEVO on Twitter.
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84: Stealth Strike, The Future of the Force, & Legacy (Rebels 24 - 26)
Folks, we did it. After a middling pair of episodes last time and with what looked like a connected pair of stories coming up, we decided to call an audible and increase our episode count to three!
So, today, join us on a journey across the galaxy: First into an experimental imperial weapon with its origin in the EU glory days of old, then on a planetary hunt for force-sensitive babies, and finally a return to Lothal where a troubled Ezra Bridger finally gets some answers about his family.
Support the show by going to Patreon.com/civilized!
Show Notes
Natalie's Phone Background
Hosted by Rob Zacny (@RobZacny)
Featuring Alicia Acampora (@ali_west), Austin Walker (@austin_walker), and Natalie Watson (@nataliewatson)
Produced by Ricardo Contreras (@a_cado_appears)
Music by Jack de Quidt (@notquitereal)
Cover art by Xeecee (@xeeceevevo) -
83: Wings of the Master and Blood Sisters (Rebels 22 - 23)
After Season 2's strong start, the crew of the Ghost is finally settling into a lower key rhythm, which has both ups and its down. On the plus side this week, we get a loving look at the B-Wing (an all time great Star Wars ship design) and some more Sabine and Hera backstory! On the other... well, that backstory ain't all that great, and we're really feeling to limits of these one-off episodes.
Support the show by going to Patreon.com/civilized!
Next time: Rebels 24 & 25 ("Stealth Strike" and "The Future of the Force")
Show Notes
The Acolyte Trailer
Hosted by Rob Zacny (@RobZacny)
Featuring Alicia Acampora (@ali_west), Austin Walker (@austin_walker), and Natalie Watson (@nataliewatson)
Produced by Ricardo Contreras (@a_cado_appears)
Music by Jack de Quidt (@notquitereal)
Cover art by Xeecee (@xeeceevevo)
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82: Always Two There Are and Brothers of the Broken Horn (Rebels 20 - 21)
This is a week for introductions and reunions. First, Rebels offers us our first real look at the Inquisitors left behind by the now fallen Grand Inquisitor. Then, as Ezra begins to doubt his place in the burgeoning rebellion, he stumbles into an old acquaintance of ours. Yes... he's back. Yes. Him. Hondo Ohnaka. And wouldn't you know it? He just happens to be looking for a new crew member,
Support the show by going to Patreon.com/civilized!
Next time: Rebels 22 & 23 ("Wings of the Master" and "Blood Sisters")
Hosted by Rob Zacny (@RobZacny)
Featuring Alicia Acampora (@ali_west), Austin Walker (@austin_walker), and Natalie Watson (@nataliewatson)
Produced by Ricardo Contreras (@a_cado_appears)
Music by Jack de Quidt (@notquitereal)
Cover art by Xeecee (@xeeceevevo)
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81: The Lost Commanders and Relics of the Old Republic (Rebels 18 and 19)
We were pretty high on our return to Rebels last episode, and for good reason. This time the mood continues to improve with the return of some familiar faces. Come on in, grab a cold one, and kick your feet up... because the boys... ARE BACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Support the show by going to Patreon.com/civilized!
Next time: Rebels 20 & 21 ("Always Two There Are" and "Brothers of the Broken Horn")
Show Notes
Hosted by Rob Zacny (@RobZacny)
Featuring Alicia Acampora (@ali_west), Austin Walker (@austin_walker), and Natalie Watson (@nataliewatson)
Produced by Ricardo Contreras (@a_cado_appears)
Music by Jack de Quidt (@notquitereal)
Cover art by Xeecee (@xeeceevevo) -
80: The Siege of Lothal Pt. 1 and Pt. 2 (Rebels 16 and 17)
After months spent bouncing around the galaxy of the Old Republic, we are finally back to the wonders of the... lemme just check my notes... the era of the Empire! That's right, folks, the Emperor, Governor Tarkin, and Darth Vader are at it again, expanding their control over the galaxy and squeezing out any attempt at resistance. And you know what? It's good to be back.
Support the show by going to Patreon.com/civilized!
Next time: Rebels 18 & 19 ("The Lost Commanders" and "Relics of the Old Republic")
Show Notes
Hosted by Rob Zacny (@RobZacny)
Featuring Alicia Acampora (@ali_west), Austin Walker (@austin_walker), and Natalie Watson (@nataliewatson)
Produced by Ricardo Contreras (@a_cado_appears)
Music by Jack de Quidt (@notquitereal)
Cover art by Xeecee (@xeeceevevo) -
79: The Nameless World and the Star Forge (Knights of the Old Republic 10)
In only ten episodes, we've traveled from the comfortable military quarters of the Ender Spire to the viewing platform of an ancient alien species' life-devouring shipyard. Finally, it's time to face our destinies: Some of us must overcome the sudden separation from our companions and the limits of our support-focused character builds. Others must commit to doing absolutely cartoonishly evil things to our erstwhile allies. But all of us have to dig deep... deep into our inventories, and finally use all those mines and grenades that we've been hoovering up over the last 30 hours.
Thanks for joining us during this wonderful diversion into the time of the Old Republic! If you've enjoyed this season, consider supporting the show on Patreon. And make sure to get your questions for our KOTOR Q&A episode ASAP: Send them to amorecivilizedage at gmail dot com!
Next time: Rebels 16 & 17 ("The Siege of Lothal Parts 1 & 2")
Show Notes
Hosted by Rob Zacny (@RobZacny)
Featuring Alicia Acampora (@ali_west), Austin Walker (@austin_walker), and Natalie Watson (@nataliewatson)
Produced by Ricardo Contreras (@a_cado_appears)
Music by Jack de Quidt (@notquitereal)
Cover art by Xeecee (@xeeceevevo)
Customer Reviews
Natalie Watson is me
episode 82: trying to describe a specific tiktok but recast with star wars characters but not being able to remember a single word from the tiktok but knowing that it’s gonna be a hilarious joke if you can find the right video. i was crying laughing by the end and let’s just say that’s not an uncommon occurrence with this show. y’all are the best
a true joy!!
i fell out of love with star wars a long time ago, and it is truly thanks to this podcast that i’m finding new ways to appreciate something that had long been ruined for me by other experiences with it. their analyses and discussions bring so many things into new light and heighten the experience of thinking about star wars exponentially. thank you for letting me recultivate a childhood joy with fresh eyes
Fantastic
Doing a lot of driving from NC to south Alabama and working my way through the archive. Throughly enjoy the pod. And details of the unfamiliar Legends. Great Job.