Cantina Cast: Star Wars Podcast

In this week's Patreon preview, Albert & Chris discuss the meaning and impact of "Balance of the Force". How has this been interpreted (or misinterpreted) over the years? What does it truly mean to have balance and are we wrong in thinking so? Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora

The Age of Maul is here and Albert & Chris get into breaking down all the details of the first two episodes, "The Dark Revenge" and "Sinister Schemes". Reckless speculation and theory of what's to come in this series will be also be had. Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora

In just five days, the legendary cockroach of Star Wars returns in his own series, Maul: Shadow Lord. Albert & Chris breakdown everything you need to know about this beautiful new animated series and share their predictions ahead of the two episode premiere! The guys master the Force, and the Force serves them in…The Final Hype! Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora

Albert and Chris go back to the Cantina Cast roots with the quote analysis of, "Is the Dark Side stronger?" The guys talk quickly about the context of the quote and then look at examples of where it may and may not be...but is it? Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora

The Age of Maul is imminent. The second trailer for Maul: Shadow Lord is out NOW, and Albert and Chris return to leave no stone unturned in discussing and dissecting. Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora

The first official publication coverage for The Mandalorian and Grogu movie dropped today courtesy of Empire Magazine, and Albert & Chris breakdown all the details! What do we know about this "new" era of Star Wars? What's "Stinky" up to? Helmet or no helmet? And Ward (Weaver) and Leia know each other?? All this and more! @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora

This week brought us a sneak peak into the The Mandalorian and Grogu movie via Empire magazine, reaffirmation the Knights of the Old Republic remake is still happening, Mace Windu graphic novel date change, Black Series figures for Maul: Shadow Lord, and more! Albert & Chris discuss all this in this week's preview of our Patreon exclusive episode of The Waystation! Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora

The shadow era has begun and Albert and Chris are here to breakdown the wonderfully written and drawn premiere issue of Shadow of Maul. This five-issue miniseries is the prequel to the upcoming Maul: Shadow Lord animated series premiering on April 6th and sets the stage for what's to come... Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Pre-roll music by nojah1999 - eat your heart out, Pete Townsend. Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora

Albert and Lauren welcome best selling author, Adam Christopher, back to the show to talk about his most recent novel, Master of Evil. Would Goth have joined the rebels had he lived? Was the shaman following the dark, the light, or neither? Was it "Anakin" who helped Appo and why? Did Vader consider taking on a new apprentice with Enoosha or was he simply having a "I can feel your anger" moment? We get answers from Adam on all of this and more! Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora

Albert & Chris take a look recent Star Wars news including the big IGN Galaxy Racer interview, Rogue One's 10th anniversary celebration, Ben Solo and his movie never really being gone (maybe), and the Mando and Grogu toys set to launch in just a few weeks! Hope you enjoy this week's Patreon Preview! Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora

It's been 148 days since we last saw The Clan of Two, but Lucasfilm officially dropped the first full length trailer and Albert and Chris are here to break it all down! Are the hutts working with the remnants of the Empire? What happens next now that Mando's helmet has been removed...again? Does Embo show up at Mando and Grogu's home? Will the REAL Razor Crest please stand up? All this and more in our no-stone-unturned breakdown! Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store

Join the Albert and Chris as they pay tribute to the unseen hero of the prequel era, Jar Jar Binks, then breakdown his one-shot comic also featuring the "Sabered Hand", Jedi Master Kelleran Beq! And if that wasn't enough, this Ahmed Best and Marc Guggenheim written comic also features a surprise guest from a character bridging comics with a beloved animated series... Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store

Albert and Chris are back for Part 2 of their Prequel hype vs. Sequel hype! On this Patreon preview episode, they look at the hype leading up to the start of the sequel era, the anticipation, the media blitz, and in the end, which zeitgeist was bigger? Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store

It's been just over a year since Skeleton Crew ended so it's time to revisit the series! Join Albert and Chris as they reflect on this spirited and celebrated series from Jon Watts and Christopher Ford! How well does it hold up a year later and how have their opinions of the show changed in that time? Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store

Chris returns to Patreon to talk about a topic near and dear to his heart: the hype surrounding the prequels and sequels. What did the Star Wars landscapes look like for each going in? Which set of movies had the biggest anticipation? Biggest hype? Afterwards, Albert runs Chris through a Force Lighting Round of questions and shares a major update about the future of the show in this Patreon Preview episode! Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store

Albert and Chris are joined by great friends of the show to discuss the upcoming changes to Galaxy's Edge this year and how best to plan for Celebration 2027! Join the Star Wars Celebration Discord server! http://discord.gg/starwarscelebration Hosts @albertmpadilla (ALL) @the.chris.atx (IG), @thechrisatx (TikTok) @shupasham (IG) @nowTHISisrodracing (IG) Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store

Star Wars: Maul - Shadow Lord was a huge surprise at Celebration Japan last year and sent a new wave of excitement and anticipation for both the character and for Star Wars animation. Join Albert and Chris as they explore the starwars.com article and breakdown the new trailer, hot off the presses! Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store

2026 will officially bring an end to Kathleen Kennedy's run as President of Lucasfilm after 14 years. Her recent "exit" interview with Deadline was filled with updates, revelations, and a glimpse into what's to come. Join Albert and he welcomes Chris Cavazos back to the show to break it all down in this preview of our Patreon exclusive episode! Feedback and Promotion Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Send feedback and comments to [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Cantina Cast: Web Site Pandora Link: Pandora Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store

2026 is primed to be huge year for Star Wars from TV shows, theme parks, the big screen, and even (maybe) a change in Lucusfilm leadership? Join Albert and he welcomes Chris Cavazos back to the show to break it all down! Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store

Adam Christopher taps into the Dark Side once again with Master of Evil, and Albert and Lauren are here to discuss their thoughts, impressions, and favorite moments. Zoon, tai, taineechi. Zoon, tai, taineechi. ZOON, TAI, TAINEECHI. Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store

The Force Awakens 10th anniversary celebration continues and this time Albert is joined by Patreon members to discuss their top 3 moments from the movie! Is there a bigger moment than the death of Han Solo? Subscribe to Patreon to hear the full episode and find out! Note: We had an issue with Restream last night (again) so I was only able to edit a single audio file which resulted in loss of fidelity. They've assured me they've taken measures to prevent this going forward but wanted to give you guys a heads up and apologize. It was a great conversation all around with the guest hosts regardless so hope you guys enjoy the audio. Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store

Hard to believe it's been 10 years since The Force Awakens reignited the Star Wars fandom and reset expectations for legacy franchises. Join Albert as he reflects on the legacy, themes, and importance of Episode 7 within the context of both the future of the Star Wars galaxy and the franchise/fandom. Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store

With all the Star Wars news lately, it's time to bring it all together in the Waystation, a Patreon (Preview) Exclusive! Join Albert as he discusses The Fate of the Old Republic, Galactic Racer, Star Wars 50th Anniversary theatrical release, Shadow of Maul, Disney + OpenAI, and much more! Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store

Albert is back to cover issues 3-6 of the 2025 comic series, "Legacy of Vader" by Charles Soule. Kylo Ren continues along the trail of Vader's legacy in search of power - and himself - with stops on Tatooine and Naboo and ending in confrontation with a hidden Jedi... Feedback and Promotion Website: https://www.cantinacast.com Subscribe on YouTube: Cantina Cast Email: [email protected] Follow us on BlueSky: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Threads: @TheCantinaCast Follow us on Twitter @TheCantinaCast Like us on Facebook: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Instagram: The Cantina Cast Follow us on Tumblr: Cantina Cast Discord: Cantina Cast Channel Pandora Link: Pandora Support the Cantina Cast Cantina Cast Patreon page TeePublic Store