Talking Star Wars

Connor and Alex
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Alex and Connor, two 30-somethings with strong feelings about Star Wars, discuss a variety of topics in everyone's favorite science fiction universe, including; weird Force powers, character explorations, lore discussions, and deep dives into expanded universe content. Updates biweekly each Monday. See our new subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TalkingStarWars/

  1. 08/25/2025

    Episode 091 - Hyperspace in Star Wars: Worldbuilding and Storytelling

    This episode dives into a staple of science fiction, faster-than-light travel, and explores how this subject is handled in the Star Wars universe. The hosts analyze both the established traits of hyperspace (the need for precise calculations, the speed of the travel, the aesthetic of the stars smearing into lines in a cockpit) as well as how hyperspace is used as a plot device. To hear more about how hyperspace allows such a huge galaxy to feel well-traveled, about the mystical aspects to hyperspace, and to hear more about the majestic purrgil, listen now! This episode contains content from, and may contain spoilers for: Episodes I through IX, Rogue One, Rebels, The High Republic Phase One & Phase Two, Ahsoka Season 1, Poe Dameron: Free Fall, and The Acolyte. Thank you for listening to Talking Star Wars with Connor and Alex! Check us out on Reddit here: https://www.reddit.com/r/TalkingStarWars/

    20 min
  2. Episode 090 - Pride 2025: Queer Representation in Star Wars

    06/30/2025

    Episode 090 - Pride 2025: Queer Representation in Star Wars

    Join us today for the first Pride episode of Talking Star Wars! Alex and Connor take this time to explore the evolution of queer representation in the Star Wars universe: from the potential subtext of C-3PO and RD-D2 in the original trilogy to the wide range of trans, non-binary, and queer individuals present in the High Republic, the hosts discuss the importance of representation even in (or especially in) a galaxy far, far away. The episode also touches on potential negative stereotypes, the erasure and censorship in the early 2000s in characters such as Juhani, and the growth of queer-coded characters in visual media in couples such as Vel and Cinta in Andor. This episode contains content from, and may contain spoilers for: Episodes I through IX, Solo: A Star Wars Story, The Mandalorian, The Clone Wars, Ahsoka (novel), The High Republic (phases 1 through 3), Skeleton Crew, Doctor Aphra, Knights of the Old Republic (legends), The Acolyte, Andor, Queen’s Shadow, From a Certain Point of View, Visions, Jedi: Survivor, Temptations of the Force, and the Thrawn: Ascendancy trilogy. Thank you for listening to Talking Star Wars with Connor and Alex! Check us out on Reddit here: https://www.reddit.com/r/TalkingStarWars/

    52 min
  3. Episode 089 - Star Wars Celebration 2025: Properly Specific Superlatives

    06/16/2025

    Episode 089 - Star Wars Celebration 2025: Properly Specific Superlatives

    This episode continues the hosts’ annual tradition of a Star Wars celebration and a focus on the positive and enjoyable sides of a galaxy far, far away. While the podcast series does often delve into analysis and critique, today is all about emphasizing the positive. Listen now to hear about who Alex and Connor this is the Star Wars character with the best fashion sense; who the most loveable droid is; and which Legends character would be the coolest to bring into the current canon. Join us in celebrating Star Wars in 2025! This episode contains content from, and may contain spoilers for: Episodes I through IX, The Mandalorian, From a Certain Point of View, Jedi: Fallen Order, Jedi: Survivor, The High Republic: Temptations of the Force, Lando (comic), Star Wars comic series (2020 run), The Clone Wars, Knights of the Old Republic (legends), The Legacy of the Force (Legends), Rebels, Ahsoka, Star Wars: Imperial Assault (board game), and Doctor Aphra. Thank you for listening to Talking Star Wars with Connor and Alex! Check us out on Reddit here: https://www.reddit.com/r/TalkingStarWars/

    44 min
  4. Episode 088 - IG-88 Was The Second Death Star, or Things That Should Really Stay in Legends

    06/02/2025

    Episode 088 - IG-88 Was The Second Death Star, or Things That Should Really Stay in Legends

    In this episode, Alex and Connor delve into the world of Star Wars: Legends. With the reintroduction of Thrawn, mentions of Darth Revan, and hints at a Rakatan Empire, many aspects of the former Legends continuity have been phased back into the current version of the Star Wars universe. However, there are parts of Legends that don’t hold up as well, and the hosts delve into those aspects of Legends that are best left in their own continuity, from the proliferation of superweapons, to Force powers that could eat planets, to the even-more-than-canon clones of Palpatine. Listen now to learn more! This episode contains content from, and may contain spoilers for: Episodes I through IX, Andor, Knights of the Old Republic I and II, Tales of the Bunty Hunters (legends), Resistance, Rebels, The Mandalorian, The Bad Batch, The Clone Wars, The Force Unleashed I and II (legends), Light of the Jedi, Dark Empire (legends), Darth Bane: Path of Destruction (legends), Obi-Wan Kenobi, Jedi Outcast, Jedi: Fallen Order, Jedi: Survivor, The High Republic Phases 1 and 3, andDarth Vader (2015 comic). Thank you for listening to Talking Star Wars with Connor and Alex! Check us out on Reddit here: https://www.reddit.com/r/TalkingStarWars/

    31 min

  5. 04/07/2025

    Episode 087 - Genre Intersection: Fantasy Vs. Sci-Fi

    In this next installment in the Genre Intersection series of episodes, the hosts explore the world of Star Wars through a very specific lens - does the core of Star Wars lean more towards being a fantasy story at its heart, or science fiction? What aspect of genre are most important - themes, aesthetics, story structure, or something else? Could there be an acceptable version of Star Wars that is purely fantastical or does away with The Force altogether? Listen now and find out! This episode contains content from, and may contain spoilers for: Episodes I through IX, Andor, Rogue One, Solo: A Star Wars Story, The Clone Wars, Rebels, Battlefront: Twilight Company, Alphabet Squadron Trilogy, Aftermath Trilogy, Star Wars: Visions, and Skeleton Crew. Thank you for listening to Talking Star Wars with Connor and Alex! Check us out on Reddit here: https://www.reddit.com/r/TalkingStarWars/

    28 min

  6. 03/25/2025

    Episode 086 - Minor Character with Major Backstories

    This episode explores a unique and infamous trait of Star Wars - that of the minor background character with the rich, hidden, and deep lore (or those that steal the show). From Boba Fett to cantina patrons to droids on secret missions, the hosts sketch out their favorite or more bizarre side characters that add a particular richness to a galaxy far far away. As a bonus, Alex and Connor discuss the difference between a bureaucrat and an autocrat, dive down a nesting doll of bounty hunters, and how mustaches determine the morality of all canon Besalisks. This episode contains content from, and may contain spoilers for: Episodes I through IX, Solo: A Star Wars Story, Skeleton Crew, Ahsoka (show), Phasma (novel), Captain Phasma (comic), Aftermath Trilogy, The Clone Wars, Dark Disciple, Kenobi, Padawan, From a Certain Point of View, Lando (comic), Star Wars (2015 and 2020 comic), Rebels, Leia: Princess of Alderaan, Queen’s Shadow, Doctor Aphra, and The Rise of Kylo Ren. Thank you for listening to Talking Star Wars with Connor and Alex! Check us out on Reddit here: https://www.reddit.com/r/TalkingStarWars/

    34 min

  7. 02/24/2025

    Episode 085 - Skeleton Crew Season 1: Star Wars Through Fresh Eyes (Visual Media Survey, Part 10)

    In this episode our hosts discuss the latest visual media released into the Star Wars canon - Skeleton Crew, a piratical and coming-of-age story set post-Return of the Jedi that shows us a galaxy far, far away through fresh eyes. Connor and Alex recommend Skeleton Crew for almost any pirate fan, both for its tightly paced story, compelling characters, and (relatively) small stakes allowing the development of those characters to breathe and take center stage. Listen now to hear the hosts thoughts on the best moments of the show, an exploration of the character of Jod, and a thorough discussion of the worldbuilding spread throughout the show. This episode contains content from, and may contain spoilers for: Episodes I through IX, Skeleton Crew, The Mandalorian, The Clone Wars, Rebels, and Andor. Thank you for listening to Talking Star Wars with Connor and Alex! Check us out on Reddit here: https://www.reddit.com/r/TalkingStarWars/

    37 min

  8. 01/20/2025

    Episode 084 - Watch Orders and Entry Points

    Back from a 2024 holiday break, the hosts resume this season of Talking Star Wars with a discussion of preferred viewing orders of the Star Wars films, from release order to chronological order and everything in-between. They compare this trend in varied viewing orders with other media where media is released non-linearly (such as Lord of the Rings and Halo), and also turn the discussion to various entry points into the Star Wars universe for varied types of fans. Listen today to learn more! This episode contains content from, and may contain spoilers for: Episodes I through IX, Rogue One, Solo: A Star Wars Story, The Mandalorian, Ahsoka, Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Star Wars: Rebels, Knights of the Old Republic (legends), Lego Star Wars, Jedi: Fallen Order, and Jedi: Survivor. Thank you for listening to Talking Star Wars with Connor and Alex! Check us out on Reddit here: https://www.reddit.com/r/TalkingStarWars/

    29 min
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Alex and Connor, two 30-somethings with strong feelings about Star Wars, discuss a variety of topics in everyone's favorite science fiction universe, including; weird Force powers, character explorations, lore discussions, and deep dives into expanded universe content. Updates biweekly each Monday. See our new subreddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/TalkingStarWars/

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  • Creator
    Connor and Alex
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    105
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © 2025 Talking Star Wars
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