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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Nov 20, 2024 · 1 hr 36 min
The Force Awakens Teaser TEN YEARS ON // #271
We're travelling back a decade and revisiting the original teaser trailer for THE FORCE AWAKENS - the one that kicked off the Disney era. We give our thoughts and memories of the teaser, as well as hearing YOUR opinions and answering some tasty Patreon questions! For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // 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, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and all the socials so 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 hellothere@starwarssessions.co.uk and we'll get them on the show // Catch the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and all good podcast platforms // Thanks again for listening – we so appreciate your continued support. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 13, 2024 · 1 hr 35 min
A New Star Wars TRILOGY? // #270
Simon Kinberg is reportedly writing and producing a new Star Wars trilogy and we're giving our thoughts and opinions on the news this week. We also discuss the new Andor season two footage, hear YOUR opinions, and answer some ace Patreon questions! For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // 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, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and all the socials so 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 hellothere@starwarssessions.co.uk and we'll get them on the show // Catch the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and all good podcast platforms // Thanks again for listening – we so appreciate your continued support. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 6, 2024 · 1 hr 38 min
Skeleton Crew Theories & Thoughts // #269
This week, we combine YOUR thoughts and theories on Skeleton Crew with our own following its recent trailer release. Secret planets, ex-Inquisitors, Hondo, Carson Teva, High Republic - all these and more in a stacked episode where we also answer some ACE Patreon questions! For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // 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, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and all the socials so 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 hellothere@starwarssessions.co.uk and we'll get them on the show // Catch the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and all good podcast platforms // Thanks again for listening – we so appreciate your continued support. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Nov 1, 2024 · 54 min
SKELETON CREW TRAILER REACTION // #268
The latest (and last?) trailer for SKELETON CREW has dropped and we're diving right into it all - the vibes, the new character moments, horseheaded barmen and MORE! For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // 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, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and all the socials so 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 hellothere@starwarssessions.co.uk and we'll get them on the show // Catch the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and all good podcast platforms // Thanks again for listening – we so appreciate your continued support. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 30, 2024 · 1 hr 34 min
Steve Sansweet Joins The Sessions // #267
This week we were joined by Steve Sansweet, the founder of Rancho Obi-Wan and the owner of the WORLD'S LARGEST STAR WARS COLLECTION! We discussed Steve's relationship with Star Wars, how his collection began, Rancho Obi-Wan, the planned Saga Museum, and more! We also heard YOUR most cherished SW items and answered some great Patreon questions... For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // 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, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and all the socials so 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 hellothere@starwarssessions.co.uk and we'll get them on the show // Catch the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and all good podcast platforms // Thanks again for listening – we so appreciate your continued support. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 23, 2024 · 1 hr 28 min
Skeleton Crew Empire Magazine Special // #266
This week, we're breaking down all of the latest news from Empire Magazine's latest 'Skeleton Crew' article! Later on in the show, the infamous Sessions GAME returns, we talk about last week's London meetup, AND answer some great Patreon questions! For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // 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, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and all the socials so 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 hellothere@starwarssessions.co.uk and we'll get them on the show // Catch the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and all good podcast platforms // Thanks again for listening – we so appreciate your continued support. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 16, 2024 · 1 hr 45 min
1983 Reacts to Return of the Jedi // #265
This week, we're looking back at critics' and audiences' original reactions to Return of the Jedi from 1983 - including the good, the bad, and the 'somewhere in between'! We also hear YOUR thoughts and answer some great Patreon questions! For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // 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, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and all the socials so 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 hellothere@starwarssessions.co.uk and we'll get them on the show // Catch the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and all good podcast platforms // Thanks again for listening – we so appreciate your continued support. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 9, 2024 · 1 hr 34 min
Into The Fan Focus Group, Flyboy! // #264
We're diving into the discussion surrounding fan focus groups for popular IPs and giving our two cents on the subject this week. We also discuss the possibility of second seasons for Skeleton Crew and Obi-Wan Kenobi PLUS Mandoverse updates! We also hear YOUR thoughts and answer some awesome Patreon questions... For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // 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, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and all the socials so 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 hellothere@starwarssessions.co.uk and we'll get them on the show // Catch the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and all good podcast platforms // Thanks again for listening – we so appreciate your continued support. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 2, 2024 · 1 hr 36 min
Star Wars Opening Scenes RANKED! // #263
We watched the opening scenes of all ELEVEN live-action Star Wars movies for this week's episode, and we discussed, debated and ranked them all culminating in our final SESSIONS RANKING from top to bottom! We also heard YOUR thoughts and answered a naughty Patreon question amongst much more! For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // 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, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and all the socials so 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 hellothere@starwarssessions.co.uk and we'll get them on the show // Catch the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and all good podcast platforms // Thanks again for listening – we so appreciate your continued support. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 25, 2024 · 1 hr 27 min
Deconstructing Luke Skywalker in The Last Jedi // #262
This week we look at the characterisation of Luke Skywalker in The Last Jedi - including its consistency with prior depictions and the controversy, and provide our thoughts on how he was handled in Episode VIII. We also take YOUR thoughts, answer a naughty Patreon question and read some Apple Podcasts reviews...! For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // 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, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and all the socials so 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 hellothere@starwarssessions.co.uk and we'll get them on the show // Catch the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and all good podcast platforms // Thanks again for listening – we so appreciate your continued support. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 18, 2024 · 1 hr 33 min
REBUILD THE GALAXY and the Future of Star Wars Streaming... // #261
This week we chat about Lego Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy, the new four-episode miniseries on Disney+. We also discuss Ewan McGregor's comments on returning as Obi-Wan Kenobi, production on Ahsoka season two and MORE as well as hearing YOUR thoughts and answering some tidy Patreon questions... For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // 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, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and all the socials so 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 hellothere@starwarssessions.co.uk and we'll get them on the show // Catch the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and all good podcast platforms // Thanks again for listening – we so appreciate your continued support. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 16, 2024 · 19 min
The Collectors Guild: Hasbro PulseCon 2024 - LIVE from London // #12
In this latest edition of the COLLECTORS GUILD, Dave Dunne and Luke Bligh report LIVE from the Elizabeth Line in Central London as they chat through the latest Star Wars collecting news from the Hasbro PulseCon 2024 London Brunch - including new Vintage Collection and Black Series figure announcements. JOIN The Collectors Guild on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/4016257985141391 For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // Send your voice messages to hellothere@starwarssessions.co.uk and we'll get them on the show // Find and support us on PATREON at patreon.com/starwarssessions // Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe, and share! You can find us on X, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and all the socials 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 // Catch the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and all good podcast platforms // Thanks again for listening – your continued support is so appreciated by us. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 11, 2024 · 1 hr 19 min
Remembering James Earl Jones // #260
This week, we remember and celebrate the life of James Earl Jones and his seismic contribution to Star Wars as the voice of Darth Vader - cinema's greatest villain. We hear James' account of working on Star Wars, tributes from his peers, and your thoughts plus we answer some great Patreon questions. For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // 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, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and all the socials so 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 hellothere@starwarssessions.co.uk and we'll get them on the show // Catch the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and all good podcast platforms // Thanks again for listening – we so appreciate your continued support. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 4, 2024 · 1 hr 43 min
Star Wars Outlaws REVIEW // #259
This week, we’re reviewing STAR WARS OUTLAWS! Having played through the game, we discuss the gameplay, story, characters, and the pros and cons of Ubisoft's open-world game. We also discuss the Ahsoka season two news, take YOUR thoughts, and answer some tidy Patreon questions... For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // 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, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and all the socials so 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 hellothere@starwarssessions.co.uk and we'll get them on the show // Catch the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and all good podcast platforms // Thanks again for listening – we so appreciate your continued support. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 28, 2024 · 1 hr 31 min
AHSOKA - One Year On // #258
We're looking back at Star Wars: Ahsoka season one and giving our thoughts on it, one year after its release - what absolutely rocked, what maybe fell short, and everything in between (PLUS how awesome the Noti are) We also take YOUR thoughts and answer some tidy Patreon questions... For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // 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, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and all the socials so 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 hellothere@starwarssessions.co.uk and we'll get them on the show // Catch the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and all good podcast platforms // Thanks again for listening – we so appreciate your continued support. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 21, 2024 · 1 hr 39 min
The Acolyte AXED...What If WE Ran Lucasfilm? // #257
This week we're discussing the news that The Acolyte will NOT be renewed for a second season and looking at what WE would do if we ran Lucasfilm! We also take YOUR thoughts and answer some tasty Patreon questions... For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // 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, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and all the socials so 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 hellothere@starwarssessions.co.uk and we'll get them on the show // Catch the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and all good podcast platforms // Thanks again for listening – we so appreciate your continued support. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 13, 2024 · 1 hr 36 min
SKELETON CREW TRAILER BREAKDOWN + Other D23 News... // #256
This week we're discussing the recently dropped Skeleton Crew trailer, plus info on The Mandalorian & Grogu, Andor season two and more from D23 in Anaheim. We also take YOUR thoughts and answer some spicy Patreon questions... For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // 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, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and all the socials so 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 hellothere@starwarssessions.co.uk and we'll get them on the show // Catch the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and all good podcast platforms // Thanks again for listening – we so appreciate your continued support. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 7, 2024 · 1 hr 33 min
MANDO Movie News and Who Wants to Be a Millionaire? // #255
This week, Matt & Luke dive into the recent 'Mandalorian and Grogu' movie news (it's actually filming!). Plus, we discuss how the 2026 Star Wars film could potentially CLASH with the recently announced 'Avengers: Doomsday' - Infinity War/Solo all over again? Later in the show, Luke hosts Matt to a 'Who Wants to Be a Millionaire?' style quiz. We also answer some beefy Patreon questions... For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // 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, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and all the socials so 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 hellothere@starwarssessions.co.uk and we'll get them on the show // Catch the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and all good podcast platforms // Thanks again for listening – we so appreciate your continued support. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Aug 5, 2024 · 57 min
The Collectors Guild: San Diego Comic Con and HASLAB // #11
In this latest edition of the COLLECTORS GUILD, Dave Dunne and Luke Bligh talk through the latest Star Wars collecting news from San Diego Comic Con AND the recently funded Haslab Cantina. JOIN The Collectors Guild on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/groups/4016257985141391 For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // Send your voice messages to hellothere@starwarssessions.co.uk and we'll get them on the show // Find and support us on PATREON at patreon.com/starwarssessions // Don’t forget to rate, review, subscribe, and share! You can find us on X, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and all the socials 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 // Catch the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and all good podcast platforms // Thanks again for listening – your continued support is so appreciated by us. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 31, 2024 · 42 min
NEW Skeleton Crew Photos Breakdown // #254
This week, Luke is joined by Dave Dunne as they react to People.com releasing BRAND NEW "Star Wars: Skeleton Crew" photos. Is this the ET/Goonies/StrangerThings mashup that the Star Wars galaxy needs...? Follow along with us, as we break down the People.com article: https://people.com/jude-law-teases-star-wars-easter-eggs-in-new-skeleton-crew-series-exclusive-8686428 For all your Sessions needs, head to starwarssessions.co.uk // 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, Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, and all the socials so 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 hellothere@starwarssessions.co.uk and we'll get them on the show // Catch the show on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Audible, and all good podcast platforms // Thanks again for listening – we so appreciate your continued support. MTFBWY. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.