War Of The Stars:A Star Wars Podcast (John Tolly)

John and Will continue their look at the women of Star Wars with a look at the Mother of Luke and Leia; Padme Amidala

John, Joe, and Ray discuss the firing of Gina Carano and its aftermath

Mark, Joe and Ray sit down and talk about the force, its nature, how it works, balance and the concept of the chosen one

This week John and Will wrap up their look at the Book of Bobba Fett and give their opinions on the finale.

Mental Health is a major topic these days, how has Star Wars helped your mental health join us in the conversation as we have a frank and open discussion about this topic

This Week John and Garrett discuss the ups and downs of the latest episode of the Bad Batch and where it might be leading

We are back with our 3rd version of our popular Women of Star Wars series. This week the guys look at original Star Wars heroine. Leia Organa.

The Batch goes to the races in this Tech centric episode!

This week its part 2 of our look at the Rian Johnson directed Last jedi as we look at the writing and storytelling.

John, Joe and Ray continue their journey through the Star Wars movies with a look and episode 2:Atack of the Clones

What is canon? why is it important and does it really matter and who gets to decided what is canon?

Thank the maker! join us for a special Thanksgiving episode of war of the stars as we talk about what in the star wars universe we are thankful for.

Chapter 3 of the book of Boba Fett has proven to be the most divisive episode yet, what did the guys think? Check out this weeks episode.

 In this episode, John Mark Tolly and Garret K Jones explore the galaxy of Star Wars fan films, from the classics to the latest creations. They share their opinions on some of the most popular and acclaimed fan films, such as Troops, Darth Maul: Apprentice, and Bucketheads. Join them as they celebrate the creativity and passion of the Star Wars fan community!

The holidays are ramping up as we move into December... from Christmas, to Hanukkah, to Kwanzaa, to Festivus, and... LIFE DAY?!? That's right... John, Brian, and Garrett delve into the campy strangeness of the Star Wars Holiday Special as they as they discuss a little blurb of #Wookiee culture.

in this episode, John Tolly and Garret K Jones discuss the various factors that contributed to the Rebel Alliance’s victory over the Galactic Empire in the original trilogy. They analyze the strengths and weaknesses of both sides, the role of the Force, the influence of key characters, and the impact of plot twists. Join them as they explore the themes of hope, courage, and redemption in this epic space saga.

What's the most interesting thing about Han Solo? Is it his sheer charisma? Is it his accuracy with a blaster? Is it his ability to beat the Kessel Run in less than 12 parsecs #hansolo #starwars #warofthestars #feastoffandoms #starwarspodcast Join the WOTS crew as we discuss the pros and cons of professional conman Han Solo. ---------- Connect with WOTS: warofthestars1@gmail.com IG: @war_of_the_stars1 X: @Warofthestars1 ‪@WOTS77‬ Support WOTS: www.ko-fi.com/warofthestars https://www.spreadshirt.com/shop/war-... Connect with Garrett: IG/X: @gkj_publishing ‪@GKJPublishing‬ Connect with Brian: IG: @corrosis The Sith Library & Archives: https://shorturl.at/Su4Hk

Host John Tolly is joined by special guest Brian Miller of the Star Wars Cannon podcast as they look at the much maligned Solo:a star wars story

Smugglers, smugglers everywhere... but wait... what in the karking sithspit is a smuggler?!? Well Han Solo and Chewbacca were smugglers... although we never actually see Han smuggle anything successfully.

Join the WOTS crew as John, Garrett, and Brian discuss that fine line between the guys working behind the scenes to make crime happen and the run-of-the-mill criminals peddling death sticks on the mean streets of Coruscant. Also, in celebration of Star Wars Podcast Day, dive into the galaxy far, far away with us and explore the lesser-known corners of the Star Wars universe.

May the Force be with you as you enjoy this special episode on this momentous day!

War of the stars is on the road as host John Tolly discusses the final season of the Clone Wars and gives a special announcement at the end of the show

We each provide a list of our top ten characters from throughout the Star Wars Franchise and discuss the reasons for our selections

what are some of the major myths and misconceptions in the star wars universe?

In preparation for Episode 9 John, Joe and special guest Ray Rumsey take a look at where it all started, the original trilogy.

Its part two of our look at episode 3. A movie so nice we had to talk about it twice!

In this episode, John and Garrett explore the galaxy of Star Wars spoofs, from the classic Space Balls to the hilarious Family Guy and Robot Chicken specials. They discuss what makes a good parody, how these spoofs honor and mock the original films, and which ones are their favorites. Whether you love or hate Jar Jar Binks, you’ll find something to laugh about in this episode. May the farce be with you

This week Will gives his top 12 favorite musical themes from the Star Wars saga series.

on our 100th episode we take a look at the divided fan base and see if it can be reconciled. 

WAR! What is it good for? The Topic for this weeks War of the Stars apparently? John and Garrett are joined this week by Brian MIller of the Star Wars Canon podcast and Thomas Harper of Legal Geeks as they bring their military backgrounds to give a unique perspective on star wars. From clone tropers adjusting to civilian life to Obi Wan committing war crimes we put the War back in Star Wars

We break down the basic history of Star Wars collecting and its current status in 2022

We continue our look at the sequel trilogy by looking at the what may be the most divisive movie in the saga. 

This week the Guys look at the upcomming Boba Fett series and their expectations

John is joined by guest host Darth Tuba this week, as War of the Stars continues it look through the Star wars movies as it this week looks at the first Star Wars movies outside of the main saga. Rouge One!

John and Will have a little fun and look at who they would cast in a theoretical recasting of Original Trilogy 

The Guys talk about the latest episodes of Andor.

We are back to our look at the Star Wars films with a look at the first of the new sequel trilogy, The Force Awakens

What are you most thankful for this November? What is it about Star Wars that you're most thankful as we near the end of 2024? Join the guys from WOTS as they bring on Andrew Haley of #MCUMondays and #cantinahappyhour as they discuss what they themselves are thankful for from a galaxy far far away. #thanksgiving #thankful #thankfulforstarwars #thankyoustarwars#StarWarsCollectibles#WarOfTheStars#StarWarsFans#starwarsmovies #SciFiDebate#GalacticEmpire#RebelAlliance#feastoffandoms#StarWars #StarWarsSaga #scifimovies #StarWarsCanon

John is joined by friend of the show Brian Miller from the Star Wars Canon podcast as they look at what many consider the best star warz movie ever made. Check out The Star Wars Canon Podcast here https://anchor.fm/starwarscanonpodcast

We are at the halfway point of Andor and the guys talk this latest episode and give their predictions on what's the come

Things are ratcheting up as we continue our review of Andor also we look at tales of the Jedi and see the fall of Doku.

Due to technical difficulties our regular scheduled episode will not be heard. Instead host Mark Tolly discusses the fan divide in the star wars community.

We continue our look at the women of Star Wars with yet another twofer, this time we look at the reluctant rebel Jyn and then we take a look at Solo's Qi'ra

This week the guys look at different spoofs and parodies of Star Wars 

The guys discuss all the news that came out of the Disney investor call.

The guys discus the history of technology in the star wars universe. Also we pay tribute to the late David Prowse.

John and Garrett work on their characters for their upcoming livestream of the Star Wars table top RPG

This week John gives his picks for the best ships in the star wars galaxy

Are they really arbiters of truth and justice or has the order gotten a little long in the tooth. Can they really be quantified as a dogmatic religious sect? These are questions John, Brian, and Garrett try to answer as they discuss the Lore of the Jedi.

John and our resident Imperial Propagandist (he would say teller of the truth) take a look at the oft-maligned prequel trilogy  

We continue our look back at the 10 year anniversary of the sale of Lucasfilm to Disney and celebrate our own 5 year anniversary.

John Ray and Joe look at the good the bad and the ugly from the old expanded universe IE Legends,

Joe and Ray discuss the nature of the force

Will is back with us as we look at Episode 10 of Andor also Will gives his thoughts on Tales of the Jedi.

For nearly 50 years, the Galactic Civil War—the Star Wars conflict we all know and love—was the central focus of the original Star Wars trilogy. From the early campaigns on Lothal to the epic Battle of Endor, this war shaped the galaxy. But here's the real question: How "civil" was this conflict? 🚀 In this episode: John Mark Tolly and Garrett K. Jones dive deep into the lore and history of the Galactic Civil War. Special appearances by Brian Karasek add extra depth to the discussion. Explore fresh perspectives on the battles, politics, and key moments that defined this era of Star Wars history. 🎥 Why Watch? Gain new insights into Star Wars lore. Discover lesser-known details about the original trilogy. Join a community of fans who love exploring the galaxy far, far away! 📢 Engage with us! Share your thoughts in the comments: Was the Galactic Civil War truly "civil"? Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more exciting Star Wars content! #ANewHope #starwars #warofthestars #feastoffandoms #starwarspodcast #RogueOne #TheEmpireStrikesBack #ReturnOfTheJedi #galacticcivilwar ---------- Connect with WOTS: warofthestars1@gmail.com IG: @war_of_the_stars1 X: @Warofthestars1 @War of the Stars: A Star Wars podcast Support WOTS: www.ko-fi.com/warofthestars https://www.spreadshirt.com/shop/war-... Connect with Garrett: IG/X: @gkj_publishing ‪@GKJPublishing‬ Connect with Brian: IG: @corrosis The Sith Library & Archives: https://shorturl.at/Su4Hk Follow us on all social media platforms so you never miss any of our content! Stay updated on the latest news, sneak peeks, and exclusive content—join our community today! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... Instagram:   / feastoffandoms   TikTok:   / feastoffandoms   Threads: https://www.threads.net/@feastoffandom

Its a three for one this week as John and Garrett look at the last 3 episodes of the Bad Batch season 2 as thing start to ramp up

The war of the stars crew round out their look back at the original trilogy with the final installment. Return of the Jedi.

We are back after our holiday break and we have a lot to talk about. This week we look at chapters one and two of the Book of Boba Fett. 

This week John and Will look at the latest Chapter of the Book of Boba Fett.

In this special edition I rank all the live action star wars movies

John and Garret give their top 5 episodes of the Clone Wars animated series.

John and Joe give their initial thoughts on the first two episodes of the highly anticipated Disney+ series Obi Wan Kenobi.  

Bad batch meets, Temple of Doom, meets Goonies, meets Mission impossible??? This week sees the batch looking to get there ship back but as always its not as cut and dry as it may seem. 

In this episode of War of the Stars: A Star Wars podcast, John Tolly and Garrett Jones discuss the rise and fall of the New Republic, the galactic government that emerged from the ashes of the Empire. They explore the achievements and challenges of the New Republic, such as restoring democracy, demilitarizing, and dealing with various threats. They also analyze the factors that led to the New Republic’s collapse, such as political infighting, complacency, and the emergence of the First Order. Join them as they dive into the history and lore of one of the most pivotal eras in Star Wars.

Host John Tolly talks with two military veterans, Co-host Ray Rumsey(Air Force) and Brian MIller(Army) to get there take on the War is Star Wars

This week the guys play arm chair producers as they try to come up with their own star wars story

We end out look through all 11 of the Star Wars movie with the movie that was arguably even more controversial than the last Jedi, The Rise of Skywalker.

the Holiday season is in the air as the guys take a look back at the festive season through out star wars history

The Guys are joined by Lunyr grl from the red5 network as they talk, Ahsoka and look at her journey from one of the most hated characters to one of the most beloved.

John and Ray continue their look at the women of Star Wars as the discuss the heroine of the prequels Padmae Amidala.

The Guys give their thoughts and predictions on the up coming Star Wars Disney+ series.

Season 2 of the Bad Batch ends with a gut punch! John and Garrett give there thoughts on not just episodes 15 and 16 but the series as a whole. What worked and what didn't work for them.

Another filler week, John and Garrett discuss if and when things will get moving this season.

this week John and Will roll up their sleeves and take a look at one of the most polarizing star wars movies ever, the Rian Johnson directed Episode 8 the Last Jedi and try to answer was it as bad as some people think or was it actually good.

with the first three episodes of Andor in the bag the guys sit down and discuss whether or not they hold up.

Have any of you Star Wars fans ever thought about who would make for the best starfighter pilots for the most iconic spaceships in the Galaxy?!? The idea of doing a fancast has really gone to John and Garrett's heads as they jump into their own casting choices for "Star Wars: X-Wing" based on the book series started by Michael J. Stackpole.

This week we have a special interview Katie Webb one of the founders of the Houston Jedi Temple the first virtual Jedi Temple in the United States.

John and Ray talk about some of the controversial parts of the star wars universe

The Guys look at the sale of Lucasfilm to Disney 10 years later

This week John and Will ask if his appearance in Book of Boba Fett has changed how we view Luke Skywalker and if we can learn more about how he acts in the sequel trilogy from what his actions in the Book of Boba Fett. 

John, Joe and Ray look at the impact of Star Wars on pop culture.

We take a cue from Marvel's WHAT IF? and go through the story of EPISODE 1: THE PHANTOM MENACE and ponder the question...WHAT IF? We change a few different key story points and discuss how the movie - and the saga as a whole -  might play out differently as the result. This will be the first of a series of episodes dealing with each movie of the saga.

in this weeks episode John and Joe look at those characters who are neither loved nor hated but just maybe don't seem necessary. We ask the question would removal of these characters effect the overall story.

mental health is a subject that can be difficult to talk about but is important. This week we talk about how members of the fandom deal with mental health and what can star wars teach us.

John and Joe continue there look through the Star Wars movies with a look at the 3rd installation of the prequal trilogy. Revenge of the Sith 

Well folks after two episodes  that seemed to move the story along we are back to yet another apparent filler episode. Join John and Garrett as they give there thoughts.

This week we end our look at the women of Star Wars with the hero of the Sequel trilogy. Rey

#charactercrave #chewbacca #starwars Chewbacca On This! Discover the untold stories behind the galaxy's most beloved Wookiee in this exciting War of the Stars episode. From behind-the-scenes facts to his pivotal moments in the Star Wars saga, this video dives deep into Chewbacca’s character, legacy, and impact on fans worldwide. Whether you're a longtime Star Wars enthusiast or new to the franchise, you’ll uncover fascinating details about this iconic figure. Join us as we celebrate the loyal companion, fierce fighter, and cultural icon that is Chewbacca. Don’t miss out—hit play and explore a galaxy of Wookiee wonders Join the WOTS crew for an all new #charactercrave as we discuss the greatest co-pilot in the galaxy. #chewbacca #starwars #warofthestars #feastoffandoms #starwarspodcast ---------- Connect with WOTS: warofthestars1@gmail.com IG: @war_of_the_stars1 X: @Warofthestars1 @War of the Stars: A Star Wars podcast Support WOTS: www.ko-fi.com/warofthestars https://www.spreadshirt.com/shop/war-... Connect with Garrett: IG/X: @gkj_publishing ‪@GKJPublishing‬ Connect with Brian: IG: @corrosis The Sith Library & Archives: https://shorturl.at/Su4Hk Follow us on all social media platforms so you never miss any of our content! Stay updated on the latest news, sneak peeks, and exclusive content—join our community today! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?... Instagram: / feastoffandoms TikTok: / feastoffandoms Threads: https://www.threads.net/@feastoffandoms #Chewbacca #StarWars #WookieeLife #WarOfTheStars #StarWarsCharacters #ChewbaccaFacts #StarWarsFans #SciFiLegends #ChewbaccaOnThis #WookieeLove

John is joined by Anthony Anthem of the delivery bros. podcast as they move away from Star Wars talk and discuss the current racial climate in America.

Its #starwarspodcast day,(or at least #starwarspodcastdayeve) and to celebrate the anniversary of the first ever star wars podcast, the guys will be doing a create your own adventure as they rewrite the sequel trilogy

in an alternate universe Luke Skywalker is able to save his fathers life, but now the new republic is demanding he stand trial. what would such a trial look like? This week John and Will are joined by Thomas Harper from Legal geeks as they take on...THE TRIAL OF DARTH VADER!

Its a full crew this week, as John,Ray and Joe are joined by Mike Moriarty as they discuss religion in the star wars galaxy.

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John and Will celebrate the anniversary of the first Star Wars podcast back in 1999, by having a discussion on fan expectations within Star Wars and how those expectation might cloud how we view Star Wars content. 

Host John Tolly is joined this week by special guest host Wren as they tackle the much maligned Solo: A Star Wars Story, and ask the question..is is actually good? 

John is joined by special guest Chris Stolle from the Breaking the Fourth wall podcast as the two discuss the reason the Galactic Empire lost to a rag tag group of rebels and a farm boy.

Bullying is something that many of us in the star wars fandom have had to deal with growing up, that's why it's so disappointing to see members of the fandom bullying other members. On this weeks show the guys discuss the rise of the fandom menace

We finish up our look at the women of Star Wars as we wrap up our look at Rey

Tonight the crew talks with actor Richard Stride (Poggle the lesser,Clone Troopers) about his time in Star Wars and his acting career.

The Guys give there definitive list for there favorite ships in the star wars universe

John and Garrett talk all the news to come from Star Wars Celebration

This week we go back to one of our favorite topics as once again we look at the what ifs of the Star Wars universe.

There is a lot going on in this episode and John WIll and Garrett try to unpack it!

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