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Blaster Fire

Blaster Fire

Alex de León & Nick Starks

From blasters to banthas, this is the podcast for everything Star Wars. We cover the films, television shows, books, video games, and we do deep dives into the philosophy of the Star Wars universe. So choose your lightsaber color and join us in a galaxy far, far away!
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Goodpods has curated a list of the 10 best Blaster Fire episodes, ranked by the number of listens and likes each episode have garnered from our listeners. If you are listening to Blaster Fire for the first time, there's no better place to start than with one of these standout episodes. If you are a fan of the show, vote for your favorite Blaster Fire episode by adding your comments to the episode page.

Blaster Fire - The Prequel Jedi Screwed Up
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03/19/22 • 57 min

We have a bone to pick with the prequel-era Jedi. They made mistakes and the repercussions were severe. Alex and Nick discuss the events leading up to Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith, the infamous Order 66 and the fall of the once great Jedi.
Yoda, Mace Windu, Qui-Gon Jinn, The High Republic, it's all here!

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The Mandalorian. A space western that has single-handedly brought Star Wars back from the brink. But has the show jumped the shark in season 3? An expanding universe risks unraveling the fantastic work done by creators Jon Favreau and Dave Filoni.

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Blaster Fire - Let's Talk About Lightsabers part 2!
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05/04/22 • 52 min

A lightsaber rifle. That is a thing.
Alex and Nick continue their discussion about lightsabers by getting into specifics about Ezra Bridger's blaster saber, Tera Sinube's cane saber and Jocasta Nu's lightsaber rifle. Nick also changes some opinions about previous sabers that might not be as silly as initially thought. But first, listen to "Let's Talk About Lightsabers!"

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The Jedi Order and the Mandalorian people: the differences are stark. Alex and Nick discuss the philosophy behind the philosophy of these historic enemies and get into the real-world implications of their differing points of view. A unique fan theory is also put forth which, if proven right, could create a new kind of Jedi Order, a new kind of Mandalorian and a fascinating future for Star Wars.

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Blaster Fire - Phantom Within: Into the Mind of Maul
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01/16/24 • 63 min

Once a powerful Sith with the infamous title of Darth, Maul is transformed into a rampaging renegade bent on vengeance.
Unravel the layers of his personality, examining the impact of his cybernetic transformation and the enduring rage that fuels his actions.
Is he a tragic figure consumed by hatred, or a survivor driven by a thirst for power? Tune in to explore the inner workings of Maul's mind and gain a deeper understanding of one of the galaxy's most formidable and mysterious figures.

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The Force Awakens was meant to be a fresh start for Star Wars. George Lucas was out and Disney was calling the shots. J.J. Abrams was tapped to helm the first in a trilogy of movies set after the events of Return of the Jedi. The results were whelming.
Alex and Nick perform a post mortem on Episode VII in the first of a three-episode series on the sequel trilogy. They know what they have to do but do they have the strength to do it? Yes they do.

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Blaster Fire - Droids in Bondage: The Untold Story
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05/19/22 • 84 min

They're as integral to the Star Wars mythos as are lightsabers and The Force. Droids are servants, faithful companions, comic relief and sometimes up to no good. But have the makers of Star Wars accidentally created an oppressed underclass used as a punchline for an unwitting audience?
Alex and Nick get into some dark territory with an analysis of C-3PO, R2-D2, K2-SO and more.

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Blaster Fire - The Phantom Menace: 25 Years Later
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05/06/24 • 104 min

Join us as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of the movie that gave us Jar Jar Binks, podracing, and a whiny little shit named Ani! From epic lightsaber duels to questionable dialogue, we're diving deep into the quirks and charms of 'Star Wars: The Phantom Menace.' This episode is sure to transport you back to 1999 faster than you can say 'Yippee!'
Now this is podcasting!

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Blaster Fire - The Fall of Anakin Skywalker
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03/19/22 • 76 min

He is infamous. The evil dark lord and the bringer of death for those who would dare oppose the galactic Emperor. But before he was Darth Vader he was Anakin Skywalker, Jedi Knight, sworn defender of the Old Republic.
Alex and Nick discuss Anakin's decent to the dark side. Who is to blame? The conclusions may be surprising...
Links:
Villain Therapy: ANAKIN SKYWALKER
https://youtu.be/a9liFjwDHbY
The Philosophy of Darth Vader:
https://youtu.be/KJBbzmlSaxU

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Blaster Fire - From Padawan to Icon: The Journey of Ahsoka Tano
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11/09/23 • 135 min

From zero to hero. Ahsoka Tano clawed her way into our hearts in one of the greatest comeback stories in the history of Star Wars. Now the star of her own Disney Plus series, she teams up with Sabine Wren, Hera Syndulla and Ezra Bridger to defeat the bluest of villains, Grand Admiral Thrawn.
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FAQ

How many episodes does Blaster Fire have?

Blaster Fire currently has 16 episodes available.

What topics does Blaster Fire cover?

The podcast is about Space, Fiction, Film, Star Wars, Television, Podcasts, Book, Philosophy, Science Fiction, Video Game, Fantasy and Tv & Film.

What is the most popular episode on Blaster Fire?

The episode title 'From Padawan to Icon: The Journey of Ahsoka Tano' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Blaster Fire?

The average episode length on Blaster Fire is 86 minutes.

How often are episodes of Blaster Fire released?

Episodes of Blaster Fire are typically released every 40 days, 21 hours.

When was the first episode of Blaster Fire?

The first episode of Blaster Fire was released on Mar 19, 2022.

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