12 episodes

A Star Wars podcast that looks at how real-world history ties in with our favourite space saga. The show combines a true passion for Star Wars with a deep love of history.

Hosted by Simon, Steele and Vaughn.

The Joy of Star Wars The Joy of Star Wars

    • TV & Film
    • 4.2 • 5 Ratings

A Star Wars podcast that looks at how real-world history ties in with our favourite space saga. The show combines a true passion for Star Wars with a deep love of history.

Hosted by Simon, Steele and Vaughn.

    Class Dynamics and Urbanism on Coruscant

    Class Dynamics and Urbanism on Coruscant

    Simon, Steele, and Vaughn are joined by their friend Daniel to look at Coruscant and discuss how the class dynamics and urbanism that we see in the capital of the Republic compares to that of Washington D.C.. And we of course end the episode with a quiz!

    • 1 hr 53 min
    The Pursuit of Joy - Star Wars Podcast Day 2023

    The Pursuit of Joy - Star Wars Podcast Day 2023

    For the 24th anniversary of Jedi Talk, the very first Star Wars related podcast which premiered back on February 7, 1999, Simon, Steele, and Vaughn celebrate Star Wars Podcast Day by talking about "joy" in both Star Wars and American History. After the discussion, stay tuned to see if you can beat Steele and Vaughn's score in the quiz.

    • 1 hr 25 min
    Prison Industrial Complex

    Prison Industrial Complex

    Simon, Steele, and Vaughn discuss the history behind legalised slavery in state and federal prisons in the US and how this abhorrent system is represented in Star Wars media. Then stay tuned to the end of the show for another Star Wars quiz!

    • 1 hr 16 min
    Deep Dive - Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi

    Deep Dive - Star Wars: Episode VI - Return of the Jedi

    We’re back! After an extended break Simon, Steele, and Vaughn return to do a deep dive episode on Episode VI - Return of the Jedi.

    • 1 hr 51 min
    Bodily Autonomy Under the Senate's Military Industrial Complex

    Bodily Autonomy Under the Senate's Military Industrial Complex

    Simon, Steele, and Vaughn dive into the subject of bodily autonomy and how it relates to military recruitment, both in real-life and in Star Wars. They then discuss their thoughts on the Obi-Wan Kenobi tv series, and then finish the episode with a quiz.

    • 1 hr 33 min
    Obi-Wan Kenobi - A celebration of the character

    Obi-Wan Kenobi - A celebration of the character

    Simon, Steele, and Vaughn celebrate the release of the new Disney Plus show by discussing all things Obi-Wan Kenobi. We celebrate the character in all his forms, be that live action or animated. We dive into a wide range of categories and share our love of everything from his various haircuts to his sassiest moments. And stay tuned to the end of the episode for another Star Wars quiz!

    • 1 hr 47 min

Customer Reviews

4.2 out of 5
5 Ratings

5 Ratings

StarWarsStudier ,

Really thoughtful and compelling!

This is a very unique and important podcast, combining Star Wars, American Studies, and the clear passions and perspectives of the hosts. Must-listen for fans of all those things!

Amryanxo ,

Love love love!!

Such a interesting and intriguing podcast! Very excited for future episodes!

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