About this episode

Sean and Amanda host a 'Star Wars' movie draft with guests Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Van Lathan, discussing their relationships to the franchise and their anticipation for upcoming content.

In a galaxy far, far away … Sean and Amanda use the Force to bring in their fellow Jedis Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Van Lathan for a 'Star Wars' movie draft. They share their anticipation (or lack thereof) for ‘The Mandalorian & Grogu,' break down their relationships to the movies themselves, and draft some of their favorite and least favorite things about the iconic franchise. Hosts: Sean Fennessey and Amanda Dobbins Guests: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, and Van Lathan Producer: Jack Sanders Production Support: Lucas Cavanagh and Sarah Reddy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Hosts: Sean Fennessey, Amanda Dobbins

Guests: Chris Ryan, Mallory Rubin, Van Lathan

Topics covered

• Star Wars
• movie draft
• film discussion
• franchise analysis
• pop culture

Keywords

• Star Wars
• movie draft
• The Mandalorian
• film
• franchise

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: The Ringer

Books & works: The Mandalorian & Grogu, Star Wars

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