A Complicated Profession: "Star Wars" on TV
Dan Moren
Show overview
A Complicated Profession: "Star Wars" on TV has been publishing since 2019, and across the 7 years since has built a catalogue of 112 episodes, alongside 1 trailer or bonus episode. That works out to roughly 100 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a monthly cadence.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 48 min and 1h 4m — and the run-time is fairly consistent across the catalogue. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language TV & Film show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 4 days ago, with 5 episodes already out so far this year. The busiest year was 2024, with 23 episodes published. Published by Dan Moren.
From the publisher
Bounty hunting, not unlike podcasting, is A Complicated Profession. Your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat are here to discuss all the new television series from a galaxy far, far away.
Latest Episodes
View all 112 episodes111: I'm an Ethical Stormtrooper
110: This Deal Gets Better All the Time
109: Dracula v. Europe
108: The Dream of 1999 is Alive
Ep 107107: I Will Turn This Car Around
Live, from a car, your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony are back to discuss the upcoming series Maul - Shadow Lord, for which a trailer has been released. Then we talk a bit about Dave Filoni’s transition to creative head of Lucasfilm and what it might mean for the future of Star Wars. Also, we try very hard not to crash into anything. <p>Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and Kat Benesh.</p>
Ep 106106: We Don't Talk About Jabba, No No
You thought they could release a trailer for a new Star Wars movie and there wouldn’t be a podcast about it? Think again! Your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat are back to talk about the teaser for the upcoming feature The Mandalorian and Grogu, including swole Hutts, Babu Friks (Babus Frik?), and whether this can be any good. <p>Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and Kat Benesh.</p>
Ep 105105: I'm Not So Sure About All This Princess Business
How much of a fortress can you really hide? Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony return to discuss Akira Kurosawa’s 1958 epic, The Hidden Fortress, a film which had a significant influence on George Lucas’s work. We discuss rich people buying the horse out from under you, the unquestionably most successful Fire Festival, and who exactly the three villains are. <p>Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and Kat Benesh.</p>
Ep 104104: Backstory of a Hat
In a new annual tradition, we’ve gotten six short episodes of Star Wars animation following two characters. This time it’s Tales of the Underworld. Your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat return to discuss three pretty good episodes and three not-so-good episodes, including what makes bad guys compelling, uncertain timelines, and de-canonized/re-canonized characters. <p>Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and Kat Benesh.</p>
Ep 103103: You Know Who Else is Famously a Hologram
Rebellions are built on two seasons of a prequel series. Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony return to revisit 2016’s Rogue One: A Star Wars Story or, as we call, it Andor: The TV Movie. We discuss Krennic’s very bad week, why Cassian’s arc gets a little tricky, and the inevitable Saw Gerrera supercut. <p>Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and Kat Benesh.</p>
Ep 102102: Chek(h)ov's Hospital
This is it: the end of the road. Andor comes to a close, and your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat are here to cover the final episodes and discuss how we really feel about ziggurats, whether #KatWasRight, and what exactly Star Trek IV is remembered for. Lucasfilm <p>Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and Kat Benesh.</p>
Ep 101101: I Have Questions About Biggs Darklighter Now
Welcome to the Rebellion! Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony reconvene to discuss the latest three episodes of Andor, including Syril’s parasocial relationship with Cassian, the changing narrative of the rebels, and women being replaced by droids. Next year in Yavin! Lucasfilm <p>Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and Kat Benesh.</p>
Ep 100100: Spider-Based Economy
A rebellion is afoot! Your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat return to discuss this second triptych of Andor season 2, including revenge as therapy, the tension of talking about art, and the importance of cake—especially because it’s our 100th episode! Lucasfilm <p>Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and Kat Benesh.</p>
Ep 9999: The Most Awkward Fondue Ever
Time for a wedding and…murder?! Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony are back to cover the first chapter of season 2 of Andor, including important questions like: Should wedding hikes come back in fashion? How do you choose between two identical white outfits? And why are we watching a 1950s PSA about spiders? Lucasfilm <p>Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and Kat Benesh.</p>
Ep 9898: Atomic Shakespeare
A long time ago—roughly 1986—in an Italian city far, far away… Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony return to, at long last, discuss a classic episode of TV including levels of context, Star Trek cameos, and what exactly is going on. We also tease our forthcoming member-exclusive bonus episode! <p>Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and Kat Benesh.</p>
Ep 9797: Skeleton Crew S1E8: "The Real Good Guys"
I would have gotten away with it too, if it weren’t for you meddling kids! Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony are back to discuss the finale of Skeleton Crew, including collateral damage, surprising non-reveals, and pirates who need day jobs. Want more ACP before we return to discuss Andor Season 2 in April? Sign up to be a member of The Incomparable for special bonus content from your Star Wars pals! Lucasfilm <p>Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and Kat Benesh.</p>
Ep 9696: Skeleton Crew S1E7: "We're Gonna Be in So Much Trouble"
Back through the barrier we go! Your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat are back to discuss the latest episode of Skeleton Crew including Jude Law’s finest acting, THE CLAW, and the Vane Extended Universe. Lucasfilm <p>Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and Kat Benesh.</p>
Ep 9595: Skeleton Crew S1E6: "Zero Friends Again"
Trash crabs, unite! Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony return to discuss the latest episode of Skeleton Crew, including why you should press the button that you should never press, con man speeches, and how much of a language Huttese really is. Lucasfilm <p>Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and Kat Benesh.</p>
Ep 9494: Skeleton Crew S1E5: "You Have a Lot to Learn About Pirates"
What pirate doesn’t love a relaxing day at the spa? Your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat return to discuss the latest episode of Skeleton Crew, including talking like a pirate, unnecessarily expensive traps, and what exactly is a concubine? Lucasfilm <p>Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and Kat Benesh.</p>
Ep 9393: Skeleton Crew S1E4: "Can't Say I Remember No At Attin"
It’s a mysterious planet, but not the mysterious planet you’re looking for. Your Star Wars pals Dan, Kat, and Tony are back to discuss the latest episode of Skeleton Crew, including cons not seen, unnecessary parkour (all parkour), and the challenges of child-friendly entertainment mixed with the horrors of war. Lucasfilm <p>Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and Kat Benesh.</p>
Ep 9292: Skeleton Crew S1E3: "Very Interesting, as an Astrogation Problem"
Ahoy, mateys! Your Star Wars pals Dan, Tony, and Kat are back to discuss the latest episode of Skeleton Crew, including kids who are no dummies, adorable space owls, and what reference sources to trust with your word definitions. Lucasfilm <p>Dan Moren, Tony Sindelar and Kat Benesh.</p>