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Mystery of a Thousand Moons vs. The Lights of Zetar

1:18:54

That Which Survives vs. Blue Shadow Virus

1:17:53

The Mark of Gideon vs. The Hidden Enemy

1:02:57

Jedi Crash vs. Elaan of Troyius

1:29:26

Let That Be Your Last Battlefield vs. Trespass

1:53:39

Whom Gods Destroy vs. Defenders of Peace

1:33:11

Storm Over Ryloth vs. Requiem for Methuselah

Why does Star Trek's utopianism grate against Aspen?
This week, Kenny and Aspen talk at length about where the hell the ideals of Star Trek and the cynicism of Star Wars come from. Storm Over Ryloth slows down Star Wars to give us a beautiful character piece about failure.
Meanwhile, Requiem for Methuselah shouldn't work, but Kenny and Aspen try to figure out why.We also talk Grievous, Vader, and ableism and if art should live in a context-less vacuum. Finally, we get frustrated at Star Wars fanbois hating the Holdo Maneuver when Storm Over Ryloth has the same maneuver (albeit, much, much slower).
Truly a F-aspen-ating episode.
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Mystery of a Thousand Moons vs. The Lights of Zetar

1:18:54

Mystery of a Thousand Moons vs. The Lights of Zetar

Переглядів 4821 день тому

This week's theme? Frustrating world-building. Mystery of a Thousand Moons feels like a latter day George Lucas episode: a follow-up ep shoehorning in unrelated thematics that never gel. It also features a young boy. Filoni and co. seemingly grit their teeth during the Filoni Zoni for the BTS, so you know we talk about it. For Lights of Zetar, we talk about the gaslighting of our protagonist in...

That Which Survives vs. Blue Shadow Virus

1:17:53

That Which Survives vs. Blue Shadow Virus

Переглядів 8528 днів тому

These certainly were two episodes! Aspen and Kenny DISAGREE. What do they disagree on?? Guess you'll have to listen and find out! (hint: Sexy Gungan ladies). And who's this mysterious writer on Star Trek, Michael Richards? Also everyone should play Baldur's Gate. Get early, extended episodes on our Patreon at www.patreon.com/trekwarspod Watch us! www.youtube.com/@trekwarspod Theme by Tosin Awof...

1:02:57

The Mark of Gideon vs. The Hidden Enemy

Переглядів 55Місяць тому

The Hidden Enemy changes the game for the Clones. And The Mark of Gideon is an episode. Aspen loves Detective Obi-Wan and Detective Anakin. Kenny loves bureaucracy. Aspen has a big crush on Asajj Ventress. And we wonder why Mark of Gideon didn't lean into any of the many ideas it brought up. Get early, extended episodes on our Patreon at www.patreon.com/trekwarspod Watch us! www.youtube.com/@tr...

1:29:26

Jedi Crash vs. Elaan of Troyius

Переглядів 38Місяць тому

What does it mean to sacrifice one life over 1000? And what does it mean to be a horny Helen of Troy analog? Aspen talks about the nature of empathy. And Kenny talks about Lajos Egri. You know, Lajos Egri? Everyone knows! Get early, extended episodes on our Patreon at www.patreon.com/trekwarspod Watch us! www.youtube.com/@trekwarspod Theme by Tosin Awofeso Social Media: trekwarspo...

Let That Be Your Last Battlefield vs. Trespass

1:53:39

Let That Be Your Last Battlefield vs. Trespass

Переглядів 1,7 тис.Місяць тому

Aspen and Kenny are joined by the illustrious Jessie Earl - you might know her from her entire job being Star Trek (and a lot of Star Wars too!). The trio discuss how this week's Star Trek is ironically on point about race by demonstrating the dangers of centrist, respectability politics. We also talk about how it’s nice to see the Jedi be more than space cops (AJAB). Not only do we discuss our...

Whom Gods Destroy vs. Defenders of Peace

1:33:11

Whom Gods Destroy vs. Defenders of Peace

Переглядів 36Місяць тому

Aspen hates Whom Gods Destroy. Kenny loves Defenders of Peace (and so does Aspen). Is the Galactic Republic a strictly American analog? We also discuss the nature of conflict. Also, Uhura, Sulu, and Chekov are constantly undercut. Why is that? Get early, extended episodes on our Patreon at www.patreon.com/trekwarspod Watch us! www.youtube.com/@trekwarspod Theme by Tosin Awofeso Social Media: in...

1:46:23

The Empath vs. Gungan General

Переглядів 174Місяць тому

We're mad about The Acolyte getting cancelled. And: what does it mean to be an empath? Is Obi-Wan Kenobi compassionate? And where are Kenny and Aspen in our love of these fandoms? Get early, extended episodes on our Patreon at www.patreon.com/trekwarspod Watch us! www.youtube.com/@trekwarspod Theme by Tosin Awofeso Social Media: trekwarspod bsky.app/profile/trekwarspod.bsky.social...

Plato's Stepchildren vs. Lair of Grievous

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Plato's Stepchildren vs. Lair of Grievous

Переглядів 52Місяць тому

Dr. Tiffany L. Knoell, author of From Monk to Superhero: Genndy Tartakovsky’s Clone Wars and the Transformation of the Jedi, comes to talk to US! COME ON! We talk about the definining relationships between Jedi as mediative monks versus badass power fantasy. We talk about Parmen's fascist dictatorship within the context of 2024. We talk about Plato's Stepchildren's famous KISS. And animation is...

1:28:46

Wink of an Eye vs. Dooku Captured

Переглядів 52Місяць тому

This week, the Scalosians fight to survive by checks notes freezing the Enterprise. Also, Anakin and Obi-Wan lift a bunch of rocks! Kenny brings up Ahsoka's role as caretaker in this week's episode of Clone Wars. And Aspen just really vibes with Wink of an Eye. Get early, extended episodes on our Patreon at www.patreon.com/trekwarspod Watch us! www.youtube.com/@trekwarspod Theme by Tosin Awofes...

1:27:41

Cloak of Darkness vs. The Tholian Web

Переглядів 152 місяці тому

Aspen and Kenny go out of control on the implication of Senate Commandos. Kenny goes out of control on the two (TWO!) directors for The Tholian Web. And Aspen goes out of control on the logos, pathos, and ethos of this week's Trek. Also Uhura. It's out of control. Get early, extended episodes on our Patreon at www.patreon.com/trekwarspod Theme by Tosin Awofeso Social Media: trekwa...

Bombad Jedi vs. For the World is Hollow and I Have Touched the Sky (w/Patrick Cotnoir)

1:56:28

Bombad Jedi vs. For the World is Hollow and I Have Touched the Sky (w/Patrick Cotnoir)

Переглядів 343 місяці тому

Patrick Cotnoir (The George Lucas Talk Show)!!! comes to defend Jar-Jar. Kenny goes on about how Star Trek fans are freaks. We collectively talk about how Star Wars fans are freaks. Patrick tells Aspen about Tag and Bink. And we (possibly) put Brotherwatch to an end. Also how are we even supposed to remember this Star Trek ep title? Petition to rename the episode. Check out Patrick at his websi...

We Don't Do Weddings vs. Bar Association

1:30:01

We Don't Do Weddings vs. Bar Association

Переглядів 143 місяці тому

We're pro-union in a huge way. Emily and Kelly (from the Delusions of Grandeur podcast) join us this week to talk about labor and economics in the Star Wars and Star Trek universe. Emily and Kelly talk about how Han Solo is a stay at home dad. Kenny talks about aesthetics in Star Wars (big surprise). And Aspen explains 401k's to Kenny. Also, Kenny doesn't like Thrawn. #YourBrainThoughtsAreMyBra...

1:31:30

Duel of the Droids vs. Day of the Dove

Переглядів 444 місяці тому

We talk about droid racism. Aspen asks Kenny about the head ridges thing in Star Trek (it's unsatisfying). Kenny stans for the metaphor of war profiteering in Day of the Dove. And Dave Filoni brings up his brother...again?! #Brotherwatch Get early, extended episodes on our Patreon at www.patreon.com/trekwarspod Watch us! www.youtube.com/@trekwarspod Theme by Tosin Awofeso Social Media: instagra...

Interview with Barry J. Kelly (Supervising Director, Star Trek: Lower Decks) - Trek Wars Podcast

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Interview with Barry J. Kelly (Supervising Director, Star Trek: Lower Decks) - Trek Wars Podcast

Переглядів 214 місяці тому

We talked with a big wig (thanks to Animation Fascination !) We sat sit down with the show's Supervising Director and Producer Barry J. Kelly to dive deep into the creative process of bringing this fan-favorite series to life. In this episode, you'll get insider insights into: ✨ Balancing the writing to cater to both die-hard Trekkies and newcomers. ✨ The age-old debate: Star Wars vs. Star Trek...