The Outer Rim: a Star Wars Podcast

Matt Smith
  • 5.0 (3)
  • TV & Film
  • Updated Weekly

A new Star Wars show from a dad and daughter duo that's looking to explore the characters, lore, and stories from the beloved galaxy far, far away!

Episodes

  1. May 19

    The Mandalorian & Grogu Movie Preview and Predictions

    The wait is almost over! With The Mandalorian & Grogu arriving this Friday, we’re celebrating by revisiting the very best moments from The Mandalorian and discussing what the upcoming movie absolutely needs to get right. In this episode, we break down: Best emotional momentsBest action scenesBest Grogu momentsBest cameosBest ending shotsWe also look back at how The Mandalorian revitalized Star Wars television, the cultural explosion of Grogu, and the impact of Dave Filoni and Jon Favreau on the franchise. To close things out, we each share our biggest hopes and fears for the movie — including characters that must appear, unresolved storylines that need attention, and what will determine whether the film succeeds or fails with fans. Thanks for joining us in the Outer Rim, and may the Force be with you!

  2. May 12

    The Best of Darth Maul Draft

    A transmission from the Outer Rim is coming through! This week, the dad and daughter duo behind Outer Rim Podcast are diving deep into one of the most fascinating and dangerous characters in all of Star Wars canon: Darth Maul. Before the draft begins, we talk about the upcoming Mandalorian & Grogu movie and share a couple things we’re excited about… and a couple things we’re a little nervous about. Then it’s time for the main event as we draft our favorite Darth Maul moments across Star Wars movies, animation, and beyond. From unforgettable battles to emotional character moments, we break down what makes Maul such an iconic villain-turned-tragic figure in the galaxy far, far away. Which Maul moments would make your list? Help grow the show by following on Apple Podcasts and Spotify, subscribing on YouTube, and finding us across social media!

  3. May 5

    Maul: Shadow Lord Breakdown - the Grand Finale

    We’re coming to you from the furthest reaches of a galaxy far, far away… Welcome back to Outer Rim Podcast, where a dad and daughter duo dive into the characters, lore, and stories from the world of Star Wars. In this episode, we’re breaking down Episodes 9 and 10 of Maul: Shadow Lord. We start with our overall reactions to these latest chapters before jumping into a quick, no-nonsense 3-minute recap. From there, we dig into the biggest moments that stood out, explore how key characters are evolving, and unpack the major themes shaping the story so far. We also highlight: The most compelling character developments (Maul, Devon, Daki, and Captain Lawson)Core themes like revenge, survival, pride, and indoctrinationOur favorite action set piece of the seasonThe moments that have defined this story so farIf you’re following Shadow Lord, this is your deep-dive companion episode. Help support the show by following on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, and connect with us on social media for more Star Wars discussions. Thanks for listening—and may the Force be with you.

  4. Apr 28

    Maul: Shadow Lord - Maul Abused to the Dark Side?

    In this episode of Outer Rim Podcast, our dad-and-daughter duo dives into Episodes 7 & 8 of Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord. Without spoiling everything right away, we kick things off with our overall reactions before breaking down the biggest moments, characters, and themes shaping the series so far. We cover: First impressions and overall thoughts on Episodes 7 & 8A quick 3-minute recap of the story so farStandout character development (Maul, Devon, Daki, and Captain Lawson)Major themes like revenge, survival, pride, and indoctrinationOur favorite action sequence of the seasonPredictions for what’s coming next 👀If you’re following Shadow Lord, this is your hyperspace stop for reactions, analysis, and a little fun along the way. Follow the show on Spotify and Apple Podcasts, and connect with us on YouTube and social media to keep the conversation going. And as always… may the Force be with you.

  5. Apr 21

    Maul: Shadow Lord Breakdown - the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly

    We’re coming to you from the furthest reaches of a galaxy far, far away 🚀 In this episode of Outer Rim Podcast, we’re diving into the first six episodes of Maul: Shadow Lord—breaking down our initial reactions, standout moments, and what this story is telling us about one of the most complex characters in Star Wars. We start with our overall impressions (no major spoilers early), then give a quick 3-minute rundown of the story so far before jumping into the biggest plot points that stood out to us. From there, we explore character development across the board—from Darth Maul himself to Devon, Daki, and Captain Lawson—highlighting what makes each of them compelling (or not). We also dig into the major themes driving the series: RevengeSurvivalPrideIndoctrinationPlus:⚔️ Our favorite action sequence so far🔮 Two bold predictions for where the story is headed If you’re watching Shadow Lord or just love deep Star Wars discussions, this one’s for you. Follow the show so you never miss an episode, and join us as we continue exploring the galaxy—one story at a time. May the Force be with you.

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A new Star Wars show from a dad and daughter duo that's looking to explore the characters, lore, and stories from the beloved galaxy far, far away!

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