The wait is over... ANDOR Season 2 has landed, and Rebel Force Radio is breaking it all down! Join us for the RFR After Show as we dive deep into the first three episodes: "One Year Later," "Sagrona Teema," and "Harvest." We're talking about returning characters, new faces, plot twists, and how this season is charging toward ROGUE ONE and A NEW HOPE. And we don't shy away from the controversial scenes either! Plus, the RFR switchboard was open for listener calls, theories, "Blake's Take" and more!
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3:19:16
Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025 Review
Join us for a special event as we break down all the news coming out of Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025—from movie and TV show announcements to new games, merch, and more. We're talking all about the big announcements like the upcoming movie STAR WARS STARFIGHTER with Ryan Gosling, the reveal of MAUL: SHADOW LORD, and fresh info about AHSOKA season two and THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU. Plus, a sneak-peak at the first episode of ANDOR season two, audio highlights from the event, and we hear what YOU think with your calls live on the air.
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3:08:48
Shawn Levy’s STAR WARS Movie Updates and Rumors
The next STAR WARS film to come through the pipeline following THE MANDALORIAN AND GROGU will apparently be helmed by Deadpool and Wolverine director Shawn Levy. We look at some new casting rumors and gather up clues about what this movie will be all about. Back in 1978, the legendary rock band Jefferson Starship performed a song on THE STAR WARS HOLIDAY SPECIAL, but did you know their current stage manager Todd Mills is a huge Star Wars fan? Todd joins us “In The Cantina” to discuss the band’s appearance on the infamous “Holiday Special” and to provide his answers to the famous “Yoda Questionnaire”. We look ahead to next month’s animated TALES OF THE UNDERWORLD and dive into the RFR Vault for an interview with one of the voice actors from the upcoming series. And as long as we’re talking about voice acting, we pay tribute to the original voice of The Emperor in THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK, the late Clive Revill. Plus, we continue to countdown the days until ANDOR season 2 debuts and more!
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2:24:43
TALES OF THE UNDERWORLD and Star Wars Animation Rumors
In a surprise announcement this week, we learned TALES OF THE UNDERWORLD will be the next STAR WARS animation event, launching this May the Fourth. We review the new trailer shot-by-shot and speculate. Veteran sit-com writer Bruce Villanch just released a new book and it features his recollections of working on the infamous STAR WARS HOLIDAY SPECIAL. We listen to hilarious excerpts from his audiobook and discuss some of the cool new info revealed about the making of the show. Did Anakin Skywalker’s midichlorian count shrink after he lost an arm and both legs? We discuss and debate! Plus, Luke Skywalker debuts at STAR WARS GALAXY’S EDGE and more!
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2:13:57
Mark Hamill, General Grievous, and The Dark Side of The Force
This week, we're raiding the RFR Vault to present you with a rare, professional-grade recording of Mark Hamill's full panel from Star Wars Celebration Japan 2008. Coverage from this event is sparce and this is the only opportunity to hear the full, unedited panel complete with Japanese translations and fan questions. Our recording will give fans who are traveling to Japan in April for the next Star Wars Celebration at taste of what the panels will be like. Plus, we're showcasing some highlights from our Patreon exclusive show RFR Q&A, including a deep discussion about The Balance of The Force and The Dark Side, plus a fun quiz about General Grievous and more!
Long-running, award-winning STAR WARS program hosted by podcasting veterans Jason Swank and Jimmy Mac, Rebel Force Radio provides STAR WARS information and entertainment. From the Classic Trilogy to the Prequels... From THE FORCE AWAKENS to ROGUE ONE to SOLO...Rebel Force Radio puts you on the front lines of fandom. Plus, plenty of CLONE WARS and REBELS too! Featuring celebrity guests, news, opinions, comedy, reviews, contests, and more.