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We're back with our 10th episode, and it's a little different: we decided that it was time we came right out and explained, for those of you who may have been confused: what do we mean by "fictives"? What IS our "metaphysical connection" to Star Wars and its universe? Why do we get so emotional over fandom happenings? Sit tight for a completely honest explanation... as well as a quick discussion of the gross idea that Kylo could be "redeemed via suicide"(spoiler alert: this is a sick and awful take), a thank-you to fandom, and a BIG ANNOUNCEMENT near the end!

Back on track after a short hiatus, and we're diving right back in: join us for a special surprise from co-host WokePorg! Rey and Kylo make an appearance, we talk(VERY briefly) about rumors from Episode IX and the TLJ script being... no surprise? Also, we dive deep into what being a "grey Jedi" would really mean, interpretations of the Force, "what comes after" Snoke... and we reveal our BIG SURPRISE PROJECT along with what to expect in upcoming broadcasts!

Threw away my notes for this week in favor of an unplanned, but to us very important, episode on mental illness and the dark side in Star Wars, struggling with influences beyond yourself and being perceived as a villain - how permanent that label is - and Kylo as a symbol of personal redemption to many people struggling with MI. Also: growing up with parents who naturally fear your "dark" tendencies, Star Wars as family drama, the #KyloStory hashtag and what that means both to fandom and to us, and the idea of irredeemability and the fight to ask for help. This got personal, so we hope you'll join us(and share your thoughts on Twitter, or at iKyloCast@gmail.com!)

In this episode, we talk about Kylo's guilt and the responsibility for his actions, and recovery from the Dark side in terms of backsliding and personal effort; how many mistakes make you "irredeemable"? Also the galaxy at large, compassion, and what makes his journey relatable. And: questions!

One of our most in-depth — and daringly honest — episodes yet. We talk more about redemption, and the sharp lines fandom seems to have drawn between the “Kylo will be redeemed”/“he’s an evil villain who doesn’t deserve it” camps... and why that is. We also discuss Luke and Leia, identifying with struggles, abuse, and mistakes, the importance of father figures, what it’s like to live that journey with Kylo IRL... and share a rare unedited glimpse of reactions.

This week we tackle part 1 of the most important subject: redemption. Does Kylo "deserve" redemption? What does it really mean? Fandom wars about this, what it feels like living with Kylo and his real-life struggle with his guilt, SW vs. "real-world" morality, what atonement is, Revan, Vader, identity, and more.