Star Wars Sessions

Probably Britain's Greatest Star Wars Podcast.... Join Matt Hudson and Luke Bligh each week for in-depth Star Wars discussion, interviews, opinion, and banter as well as spicy listener contributions and galactic-themed games.

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Mar 25, 2020 · 1 hr 22 min
The Triumph Of Battlefront 2 // #56
From its controversial beginnings, Battlefront 2 has grown to become one of the most fun and engaging Star Wars games in decades. We discuss the journey and growth of the game, EA, Lucasfilm and our experiences also - plus we take YOUR thoughts and end with a game of Sessions Impressions. Spicy. For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // Find and support us on PATREON at patreon.com/starwarssessions // Buy spicy SWS merch at teepublic.com/user/starwarssessions // Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe and share! You can find us on Twitter (@starwarssession) and Instagram (@starwarssessions) so come talk the Wars with us! We post polls, questions and thoughts on both socials and the results/comments are featured on the episodes as well. Send your voice messages to sws@whatiwatchedtonight.co.uk and we'll get them on the show. Catch the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and many more. Thanks again for listening – your continued support is so appreciated by us. Those spicy graphics by Isaac Pevy @ https://dovetail.design. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 18, 2020 · 1 hr 28 min
The Tragedy Of The Phantom Menace // #55
We discuss whether The Phantom Menace had a chance of living up to the outrageous expectations and hype that surrounded it upon its release in 1999, plus we take YOUR thoughts and more! For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // Find and support us on PATREON at patreon.com/starwarssessions // Buy spicy SWS merch at teepublic.com/user/starwarssessions // Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe and share! You can find us on Twitter (@starwarssession) and Instagram (@starwarssessions) so come talk the Wars with us! We post polls, questions and thoughts on both socials and the results/comments are featured on the episodes as well. Send your voice messages to sws@whatiwatchedtonight.co.uk and we'll get them on the show. Catch the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and many more. Thanks again for listening – your continued support is so appreciated by us. Those spicy graphics by Isaac Pevy @ https://dovetail.design. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 16, 2020 · 20 min
SWS Extra - The Rise of Skywalker Novelisation Review
Matt reviews The Rise of Skywalker (Expanded Edition) novelisation by Rae Carson. He gives his thoughts on the story, the additions, writing and more. BIG thanks to the legends at Del Rey UK for the advanced copy of the book! For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // Find and support us on PATREON at patreon.com/starwarssessions // Buy spicy SWS merch at teepublic.com/user/starwarssessions // Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe and share! You can find us on Twitter (@starwarssession) and Instagram (@starwarssessions) so come talk the Wars with us! We post polls, questions and thoughts on both socials and the results/comments are featured on the episodes as well. Send your voice messages to sws@whatiwatchedtonight.co.uk and we'll get them on the show. Catch the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and many more. Thanks again for listening – your continued support is so appreciated by us. Those spicy graphics by Isaac Pevy @ https://dovetail.design. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 13, 2020 · 14 min
SWS Extra - Sessions Back On The BBC
The lads returned to BBC Essex on March 11th 2020 to discuss their recent episode with Ken Napzok, the show's roots, future plans and more. Hosted by the awesome Helen Scott, it was a pleasure and a good laugh once again. For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // Find and support us on PATREON at patreon.com/starwarssessions // Buy spicy SWS merch at teepublic.com/user/starwarssessions // Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe and share! You can find us on Twitter (@starwarssession) and Instagram (@starwarssessions) so come talk the Wars with us! We post polls, questions and thoughts on both socials and the results/comments are featured on the episodes as well. Send your voice messages to sws@whatiwatchedtonight.co.uk and we'll get them on the show. Catch the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and many more. Thanks again for listening – your continued support is so appreciated by us. Those spicy graphics by Isaac Pevy @ https://dovetail.design. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 11, 2020 · 46 min
SWS Extra - Three Generational Discussion From The Caravan Of Courage
In February 2020, the lads were invited to the beauty of Hullbridge, Essex to the now-christened Caravan of Courage to watch an original cut of Star Wars (1977). That in itself was awesome, however, the caravan was a trove of pop culture wonder and nostalgic beauty all owned by the legend that is Matthew Paveley (Paveley Amidala). Jabba and Master Blighwalker chatted with OT Matt and ST Jack about the original cut, The Mandalorian, the Sequel Trilogy, The Rise of Skywalker and the different generations of Star Wars fans in the same place. It was a great chat with beer, crisps and a place full of awesomeness. For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // Find and support us on PATREON at patreon.com/starwarssessions // Buy spicy SWS merch at teepublic.com/user/starwarssessions // Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe and share! You can find us on Twitter (@starwarssession) and Instagram (@starwarssessions) so come talk the Wars with us! We post polls, questions and thoughts on both socials and the results/comments are featured on the episodes as well. Send your voice messages to sws@whatiwatchedtonight.co.uk and we'll get them on the show. Catch the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and many more. Thanks again for listening – your continued support is so appreciated by us. Those spicy graphics by Isaac Pevy @ https://dovetail.design. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 4, 2020 · 1 hr 24 min
The High Republic Is Here // #54
The new era of Star Wars is here! The Skywalker Saga is dead, long live the Skywalker Saga! Now it's time for The High Republic. Beginning in August 2020, new stories will see new heroes, villains and adventures as we break down the announcement, our thoughts and what we think might go down. Plus we take YOUR thoughts and end with a sport-themed game... For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // Find and support us on PATREON at patreon.com/starwarssessions // Buy spicy SWS merch at teepublic.com/user/starwarssessions // Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe and share! You can find us on Twitter (@starwarssession) and Instagram (@starwarssessions) so come talk the Wars with us! We post polls, questions and thoughts on both socials and the results/comments are featured on the episodes as well. Send your voice messages to sws@whatiwatchedtonight.co.uk and we'll get them on the show. Catch the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and many more. Thanks again for listening – your continued support is so appreciated by us. Those spicy graphics by Isaac Pevy @ https://dovetail.design. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 26, 2020 · 1 hr 38 min
Kathy, Bob & A Mouse House Full Of Dollars // #53
We're talking all about the financial returns of the Disney-era movies so far - the sequel trilogy and the standalones - as well as assessing the tenures of Kathleen Kennedy and Bob Iger. Has money equalled success? What about the output quality? What next? Plus we take YOUR opinions and end with our famous SWS Game. (Recorded before the announcement of Bob Chapek's installment as Disney CEO) Find and support us on PATREON at patreon.com/starwarssessions Buy spicy SWS merch at teepublic.com/user/starwarssessions Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe and share! You can find us on Twitter (@starwarssession) and Instagram (@starwarssessions) so come talk the Wars with us! We post polls, questions and thoughts on both socials and the results/comments are featured on the episodes as well. Send your voice messages to sws@whatiwatchedtonight.co.uk and we'll get them on the show. Catch the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and many more. Thanks again for listening – your continued support is so appreciated by us. Those spicy graphics by Isaac Pevy @ https://dovetail.design. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 19, 2020 · 1 hr 20 min
This Is Baby Yoda's World... // #52
This week, we're discussing the impact that Baby Yoda and The Mandalorian have had on pop culture - is it as big as we think or are we in the midst of something special? We take YOUR thoughts as per and end with a game of "Who Would You Rather...". Spicy. Find and support us on PATREON at patreon.com/starwarssessions Buy spicy SWS merch at teepublic.com/user/starwarssessions Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe and share! You can find us on Twitter (@starwarssession) and Instagram (@starwarssessions) so come talk the Wars with us! We post polls, questions and thoughts on both socials and the results/comments are featured on the episodes as well. Send your voice messages to sws@whatiwatchedtonight.co.uk and we'll get them on the show. Catch the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and many more. Thanks again for listening – your continued support is so appreciated by us. Those spicy graphics by Isaac Pevy @ https://dovetail.design. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 12, 2020 · 1 hr 12 min
An Evening With Ken Napzok // #51
The man who's no myth, just legend, Ken Napzok joined us this week to chat some Star Wars, his bestselling book 'Why We Love Star Wars', the Collider days and more. Plus we hear what YOUR favourite moments are from the galaxy far, far away. Join Jabba, Blighwalker and the Beard To Be Feared aboard the Essex Falcon. Punch it! Find and support us on PATREON at patreon.com/starwarssessions Buy spicy SWS merch at teepublic.com/user/starwarssessions Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe and share! You can find us on Twitter (@starwarssession) and Instagram (@starwarssessions) so come talk the Wars with us! We post polls, questions and thoughts on both socials and the results/comments are featured on the episodes as well. Send your voice messages to sws@whatiwatchedtonight.co.uk and we'll get them on the show. Catch the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and many more. Thanks again for listening – your continued support is so appreciated by us. Those spicy graphics by Isaac Pevy @ https://dovetail.design. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 5, 2020 · 2 hr 3 min
The Big Episode 50 Q&A // #50
IT'S OUR 50th EPISODE! To celebrate our milestone, we're having a spicy Q&A based on your wonderful submissions. What would our last meal on Alderaan be? What would our jobs be in the GFFA? Our fondest SW memories? The Star Wars Twelve Commandments? What DON'T we like about Star Wars? What one trilogy would be watch if we could choose just one? Why did we start the pod? These are just a selection of the awesome contributions we received. It's a belter, come join the fun. Find and support us on PATREON at patreon.com/starwarssessions Buy spicy SWS merch at teepublic.com/user/starwarssessions Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe and share! You can find us on Twitter (@starwarssession) and Instagram (@starwarssessions) so come talk the Wars with us! We post polls, questions and thoughts on both socials and the results/comments are featured on the episodes as well. Send your voice messages to sws@whatiwatchedtonight.co.uk and we'll get them on the show. Catch the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and many more. Thanks again for listening – your continued support is so appreciated by us. Those spicy graphics by Isaac Pevy @ https://dovetail.design. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 29, 2020 · 1 hr 28 min
Episode IX - One Month On... // #49
It's probably our last main show on The Rise of Skywalker (for now...) and we're discussing our thoughts and feelings towards the movie one month since its release. What parts resonate most? Is there anything we've changed our minds on? Papa Palps...it's all in here. Plus, some TRoS trivia, poetry and YOUR thoughts too. Find and support us on PATREON at patreon.com/starwarssessions Buy spicy SWS merch at teepublic.com/user/starwarssessions Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe and share! You can find us on Twitter (@starwarssession) and Instagram (@starwarssessions) so come talk the Wars with us! We post polls, questions and thoughts on both socials and the results/comments are featured on the episodes as well. Send your voice messages to sws@whatiwatchedtonight.co.uk and we'll get them on the show. Catch the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and many more. Thanks again for listening – your continued support is so appreciated by us. Those spicy graphics by Isaac Pevy @ https://dovetail.design. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 22, 2020 · 1 hr 29 min
Duel Of The Fates...Almost // #48
Well, well, well, this week saw the leak/release of Colin Trevorrow's (very probable) script for his version of Episode IX - titled 'Duel of the Fates'. We discuss the script/plot, what we liked and didn't, comparisons with The Rise of Skywalker and get YOUR thoughts too. Plus there's some Taika Waititi talk and a game of "Star Wars or No Star Wars". Find and support us on PATREON at patreon.com/starwarssessions Buy spicy SWS merch at teepublic.com/user/starwarssessions Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe and share! You can find us on Twitter (@starwarssession) and Instagram (@starwarssessions) so come talk the Wars with us! We post polls, questions and thoughts on both socials and the results/comments are featured on the episodes as well. Send your voice messages to sws@whatiwatchedtonight.co.uk and we'll get them on the show. Catch the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and many more. Thanks again for listening – your continued support is so appreciated by us. Those spicy graphics by Isaac Pevy @ https://dovetail.design. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 15, 2020 · 1 hr 20 min
Leaks With Bespin Bulletin // #47
This week we're joined by one of the fandom's great information finders - BESPIN BULLETIN (AKA legend). He discusses the processes, success and collaborations behind his leaked information for The Rise of Skywalker and more! Plus we talk some Jedi: Fallen Order, play some tragic 'trivia' and more... Find and support us on PATREON at patreon.com/starwarssessions Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe and share! You can find us on Twitter (@starwarssession) and Instagram (@starwarssessions) so come talk the Wars with us! We post polls, questions and thoughts on both socials and the results/comments are featured on the episodes as well. Send your voice messages to sws@whatiwatchedtonight.co.uk and we'll get them on the show. Catch the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and many more. Thanks again for listening – your continued support is so appreciated by us. Those spicy graphics by Isaac Pevy @ https://dovetail.design. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 8, 2020 · 1 hr 29 min
The Year In Star Wars // #46
The Mandalorian Season 2. The Clone Wars Season 7. Project Luminous. Books. Comics. We're talking about everything to come in 2020 from Star Wars. Plus, YOUR thoughts, our ending game and more of the usual sweet, spicy goodness... Find and support us on PATREON at patreon.com/starwarssessions Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe and share! You can find us on Twitter (@starwarssession) and Instagram (@starwarssessions) so come talk the Wars with us! We post polls, questions and thoughts on both socials and the results/comments are featured on the episodes as well. Send your voice messages to sws@whatiwatchedtonight.co.uk and we'll get them on the show. Catch the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and many more. Thanks again for listening – your continued support is so appreciated by us. Those spicy graphics by Isaac Pevy @ https://dovetail.design. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 1, 2020 · 1 hr 23 min
A Saga Ends, A Series Ends // #45
It's a new decade and we're talking The Mandalorian Season One now that's it all over - with spoiler reviews of Chapters 7 & 8. Also, we discuss The Rise of Skywalker one week on, how we're feeling and it's current impact culturally and financially. There's also YOUR thoughts, our famous ending game and more. This is the way... Find and support us on PATREON at patreon.com/starwarssessions Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe and share! You can find us on Twitter (@starwarssession) and Instagram (@starwarssessions) so come talk the Wars with us! We post polls, questions and thoughts on both socials and the results/comments are featured on the episodes as well. Send your voice messages to sws@whatiwatchedtonight.co.uk and we'll get them on the show. Catch the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and many more. Thanks again for listening – your continued support is so appreciated by us. Those spicy graphics by Isaac Pevy @ https://dovetail.design. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 24, 2019 · 1 hr 37 min
The Rise of Skywalker Spoiler Talk // #44
It's finally here - THE RISE OF SKYWALKER! All of the talk, theories, conjecture, speculation and worrying is over and NOW begins the talk, theories, conjecture, speculation and worrying (plus a fair dose of debating). This is our full spoiler discussion of the movie including our thoughts and feelings pre and post-screenings. Long have we waited... Find and support us on PATREON at patreon.com/starwarssessions Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe and share! You can find us on Twitter (@starwarssession) and Instagram (@starwarssessions) so come talk the Wars with us! We post polls, questions and thoughts on both socials and the results/comments are featured on the episodes as well. Send your voice messages to sws@whatiwatchedtonight.co.uk and we'll get them on the show. Catch the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and many more. Thanks again for listening – your continued support is so appreciated by us. Those spicy graphics by Isaac Pevy @ https://dovetail.design. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 17, 2019 · 1 hr 44 min
See You On The Other Side // #43
It’s our FINAL show before The Rise of Skywalker! We're discussing our memories of the lead up to the movie, the trailers, posters, press tour plus some overall sequel trilogy memories too. Also, we go full spoiler with our review The Mandalorian E6. See you on the other side guys... Find and support us on PATREON at patreon.com/starwarssessions Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe and share! You can find us on Twitter (@starwarssession) and Instagram (@starwarssessions) so come talk the Wars with us! We post polls, questions and thoughts on both socials and the results/comments are featured on the episodes as well. Send your voice messages to sws@whatiwatchedtonight.co.uk and we'll get them on the show. Catch the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and many more. Thanks again for listening – your continued support is so appreciated by us. Those spicy graphics by Isaac Pevy @ https://dovetail.design. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 16, 2019 · 13 min
SWS Extra - Worldwide Fan Hype For The Rise of Skywalker
The Rise of Skywalker is coming. Fans around the world are pumped, nervous, excited, anxious and desperate for the new movie - this is what they are feeling... Thanks to the following for their contributions: Aaron Quinton, Alderaanian Rose, Alex Jessep, Alyce (Force Toast Podcast), Andy Monza, Brock Bellinger, Carter Zhang, Charles and Pat (ConverSWations), Charlotte and Caitlin (Skytalkers Podcast), Cheyenne (Kessel Run Weekly), Christina Gano, Darth Maullie, Donnie Jeep, Eammon Jacobs, Eric Eilersen, Eva Byzio, Luke and Waz (Fly on the Wall Podcast), Gavbacca, Genevieve Therese Remy, Igor Nogueira, Itye, Jacob's Quest, Jamie Binegar, Jamie Stangroom, Jared Charles, Jonny Oliff, Jussara Soares Naconiecni, Justin Bello, Katie Stubbs, Kristina Hard, Lacey Gilleran, Lora Ren, Luke Summerfield, Mark Marquis, Michael Condon, Morgan McGregor, Neil Lowery, Noor-Hal Cuellar, Olly Barcham, Patric Covey, Pete Hart, Ross "Pop Star Indy", Anthony "A Rural Farm Boy", Riz Govorez, Roqoo Depot, Samuel Allen, Selene Jade, Shannon Moran, Shaun Hudson, Siraj Bajwa, The Slayfer and Vadim "Dimski" Simons. Find and support us on PATREON at patreon.com/starwarssessions Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe and share! You can find us on Twitter (@starwarssession) and Instagram (@starwarssessions) so come talk the Wars with us! We post polls, questions and thoughts on both socials and the results/comments are featured on the episodes as well. Send your voice messages to sws@whatiwatchedtonight.co.uk and we'll get them on the show. Catch the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and many more. Thanks again for listening – your continued support is so appreciated by us. Those spicy graphics by Isaac Pevy @ https://dovetail.design. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 11, 2019 · 1 hr 40 min
The Force...Awakens? // #42
As we inch closer to The Rise of Skywalker, we discuss whether we will be seeing new Force powers or usage in the final Skywalker Saga flick. Also, Rise of the Resistance, John Boyega (again!), Mando Chapter 5 review, some poetry, YOUR contributions and our awesome end game too. Find and support us on PATREON at patreon.com/starwarssessions Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe and share! You can find us on Twitter (@starwarssession) and Instagram (@starwarssessions) so come talk the Wars with us! We post polls, questions and thoughts on both socials and the results/comments are featured on the episodes as well. Send your voice messages to sws@whatiwatchedtonight.co.uk and we'll get them on the show. Catch the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and many more. Thanks again for listening – your continued support is so appreciated by us. Those spicy graphics by Isaac Pevy @ https://dovetail.design. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Dec 9, 2019 · 38 min
SWS Extra - A Non-Fans Opinion On Mando and IX
Luke sits down with a non-Star Wars fan (they exist?!) - AKA, his Jedi Knight wife, Arali - and gauges her opinion on The Mandalorian's quality, success and reach as well as The Rise of Skywalker and the franchise as a whole. It's the perception of Star Wars from someone outside of our crazy, galactic bubble... Find and support us on PATREON at patreon.com/starwarssessions Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe and share! You can find us on Twitter (@starwarssession) and Instagram (@starwarssessions) so come talk the Wars with us! We post polls, questions and thoughts on both socials and the results/comments are featured on the episodes as well. Send your voice messages to sws@whatiwatchedtonight.co.uk and we'll get them on the show. Catch the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and many more. Thanks again for listening – your continued support is so appreciated by us. Those spicy graphics by Isaac Pevy @ https://dovetail.design. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.