Inside the Tauntaun: A Podcast in the Multiverse of Fandom

You might say this summer was super. Or you might even say it was fantastic. Either way, the Tauntauns are back to unpack two of the biggest movies of the summer, both of which served as unofficial, but significant benchmarks for their respective franchises. Did Superman and his Fantastic Four counterparts succeed in their mission of revitalizing the once unflappable superhero genre, or is there more work to be done? Join Alyssa, Daniel, and Dino as they try to answer that and many more questions posed by these two titanic offerings. "The Fantastic Four: First Steps Theme" by Michael Giacchino "Eyes Up Here" by David Flemming

An atrocity years in the making; a speech for all time; a desperate machine begins to consume itself; a disease spreads, and a rebellion demanding everything from everyone. Join Alyssa, Daniel, and Dino as they do their best to make sense of the cataclysmic final two arcs of Andor. Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "Andor (Main Theme)" by Nicholas Britell

This is all getting to be far too much. With calamity on the horizon, rebellion is becoming costlier by the day. Join Alyssa and Daniel as they continue the Tauntauns' exploration of Andor Season 2. Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "Andor (Main Theme" by Nicholas Britell

A rebellion comprised of both every day people and absolute morons, a wedding to remember, a secret Space Nazi meeting, and the darkest Star Wars has ever dared to go. Join Daniel and Dino as they dig deep into the opening episodes of the thematically and aesthetically rich galaxy of Tony Gilroy's second season of Andor. Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "Andor (Main Theme" by Nicholas Britell

The culmination of Daredevil's television debut in the MCU is here, and the Tauntauns have you covered. From a fascinating exploration of mental health to a grotesque display of unchecked power, the final two episodes of the season offer up a wide array of clues about the future of Matt Murdock and his cohorts as they battle for the soul of the city, while desperately fighting for their own. Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "Daredevil: Born Again Main Theme" by John Paesano

The Tauntauns return to the chaotic streets of New York to continue their journey through Daredevil: Born Again. From parallel descents into a long-bubbling rage, to the heinous acts of a psychotic "Banksy", the next four chapters offer up some serious heat. Join us to discuss it all, won't you? Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "Daredevil: Born Again Main Theme" by John Paesano

It's safe to say the Tauntauns feel born again after feasting on the first three episodes of the newly-revived Daredevil series. Does Matt Murdock's story still pack the same profound punch from his Netflix days? How does the vigilante's renewed rivalry with Wilson Fisk--and his criminal defense of a fellow hero-- further develop the murky concept of good people doing evil and bad people doing good? And what in the Law and Order is going on with episode three? Join Alyssa, Daniel, and Dino as they welcome Daredevil back to the forefront of the MCU. Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "Daredevil: Born Again Main Theme" by John Paesano

Gasp! The Tauntauns have emerged from hibernation just in time to tackle the newest offering from Marvel Studios. Does Sam Wilson's first big screen foray as the Star-Spangled Man stick the proverbial landing? What does this movie say about the state of Marvel? And is Captain America ready to lead a new crop of heroes into...a brave new universe? Join Alyssa, Daniel, and Dino to find out! Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "Brave New World Main Title" by Laura Karpman

We know, alright? We know. The passage of time aside, the Tauntauns are excited to dive into the final three episodes of Agatha All Along and chart the path forward as the MCU kicks back into high gear. Join us, won't you? Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "Agatha's Theme" by Christophe Beck and Michael Paraskevas

Our podcast is never late. Nor is it early. It arrives precisely when we mean it to. At long last, the Tauntauns cap off season two of The Rings of Power. Does the second season capture a "Tolkienian" essence? Which of the many storylines is the most compelling? Where can the series improve as it moves into a likely season three? Join Alyssa, Daniel, and Dino on an excursion through Middle Earth! Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "The Rings of Power Theme" by Howard Shore

Alyssa gives the Tauntauns a crash course on Ouija Boards, and Agatha All Along is also discussed. Suffice it to say, THINGS ARE HAPPENING NOW. Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "Agatha's Theme" by Christophe Beck and Michael Paraskevas

Getting wine-drunk on poison; facing an excruciating past; examining battle scars; Fleetwood Mac breaking a curse, and so much more. Join Alyssa, Daniel, and Dino as they examine the next two episodes of Agatha All Along! Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "Agatha's Theme" by Christophe Beck and Michael Paraskevas

It's officially Spooky Season around these parts. Agatha Harkness conjures herself to the forefront of the MCU, and unlike with WandaVision, Alyssa, Daniel, and Dino will be perfectly restrained with their weekly plot theories. Ha, we all know that's not true. Buckle up. Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "Agatha's Theme" by Christophe Beck and Michael Paraskevas

Hide your kids. Hide your Entwives. Sauron is back! And so is Inside the Tauntaun: one podcast to rule them all. Alyssa and Daniel peel back the layers of the first half of season 2 of The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power and there is much to discuss. Join us in Middle-Earth. Won't you?

A team-up long dreamed of; impactful corpse desecration; violent nostalgia; Anchors and Nexuses; an army of Deadpools, and the Tauntauns' brains literally breaking trying to make sense of the state of the universe at the end of it all. Join us, won't you? Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "LFG" by Rob Simonsen

Alyssa and Daniel went to Comic-Con--and NEARLY got into Hall H--while Dino just pretends like he did. Marvel Studios capped off the annual San Diego Comic-Con with one of their infamous presentations and boy, they didn't disappoint. Join all three Tauntauns as they wade through the absolute deluge of multiverse-altering reveals, including our first real look at the Fantastic Four and the shocking identity of Marvel's supreme baddie. Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "One Shot" by Alan Silvestri

In this exciting episode of Inside the Tauntaun, Daniel and Alyssa dive deep into episodes 7 and 8 of "The Acolyte." Join us as we unpack the lesbian force witches, the surprise villain Vernestra. sexy Siths swimming and that sneaky Darth Plagueis. Will we get a season 2? Get ready to immerse yourself in the dark and gayest (so far) corners of the Star Wars universe. This is one episode you won't want to miss!

What do you do when two sides of the Star Wars fandom are at odds? You call the Tauntauns, of course! Join Daniel and our special guest, Josey Montana McCoy, as they wade head-first into the turbulent "Acolyte" discourse. Has this show fundamentally changed our understanding of Star Wars lore? Are the Jedi truly the guardians of peace and justice? Will Daniel join the Sith just so for a chance to date Qimir? The Tauntauns attempt to answer these and many other questions. Join us, won't you? www.joseymontanamccoy.com

What do you do when two sides of the Star Wars fandom are at odds? You call the Tauntauns, of course! Join Daniel and Dino as they wade head-first into the turbulent "Acolyte" discourse. Have the first three episodes of this show fundamentally changed our understanding of Star Wars lore? Are the Jedi truly the guardians of peace and justice? And what possible connections could exist between a coven of witches and the presumably extinct Sith? The Tauntauns attempt to answer these and many other questions. Join us, won't you? Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "End Credits" by Michael Abels

The end has come for Clone Force 99, and Alyssa and Dino are here to ease your sorrow. Did the final season live up to its lofty promise? Is this the last we'll ever see of the Batch? And what of Omega's latent force potential? Join the Tauntauns as they unpack the final season of The Bad Batch! Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "I Am Ready" by Kevin Kiner

May the Fourth be with You and Happy Revenge of the Sixth to all who celebrate! The Tauntauns have returned from hibernation to dive into the latest animated offering from Lucasfilm, with a decidedly nefarious focus. What do the previously unfinished stories of Morgan Elsbeth and Barriss Offee reveal about the nature of good and evil? And what do they portend for the future of Star Wars? Well, Daniel and Dino attempt to answer these very questions. Join us, won't you? Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "Carbon Freeze" by John Williams

The spice must flow, and rest assured, the Tauntauns have got some spice this week! How does Dune: Part Two hold up against its much-lauded predecessor? Has Denis Villeneuve created a faithful adaptation? And how do Paul Atreidies--and several other key characters--subvert our expectations in a seemingly straightforward hero's journey? Join Alyssa, Daniel, and Dino as they deliver the 'Kwisatz Haderach' of Dune recap episodes. Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "Only I Will Remain" by Hans Zimmer

The Tauntauns are back in a galaxy far, far away to welcome the arrival of the final season of the Bad Batch! In this episode, Alyssa, Daniel, and Dino dig deep into Force lore to better understand the Emperor's sinister machinations. Just how deep does 'Project Necromancer' go, and who knows about it? How will Omega's surprising revelation affect our understanding of other characters in the galaxy? And how does the 'found family' concept continue to present itself in Star Wars? Tune in to have all of your questions answered! Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "The Bad Batch End Credits" by Kevin Kiner

Join Daniel and Alyssa in breaking down the first in the Disney+/Marvel Spotlight series, Echo. Be part of a detailed discussion on the complexities of generational power, trauma, and the unique narrative driven by the first deaf superhero in mainstream media. Was the Fisk/Maya relationship believable? Does this version of King Pin match the Netlix Daredevil series? Innovations in filming techniques introduced by lead actor, Alaqua Cox, highlights the show's dedication to inclusivity and authentic representation. Despite debates surrounding elements of storytelling and writing, we celebrate the platform Echo has created for broader diversity in storytelling. What's next for Marvel? From the record-breaking Deadpool trailer to the crowd-pleaser X-Men 97 on Disney+, and Marvel-Sony's newest collaborative project, Madam Web. Sit back, relax, and dive deep with us inside the tauntaun!

Join Alyssa and Daniel as they discuss the second season of the Disney+/Marvel series, "What If...?". How did this season compare to season 1? Are Natasha and Captain Carter in love? Will Kahhori join the MCU in live action form? Climb inside!

Happy New Year *yes, it's February, we know, shut up* from the Tauntauns! After a two-month hiatus, Alyssa, Daniel, and Dino return to get you all caught up on the comings and goings in our favorite galaxy far, far away! However, you should be warned. This episode IS designed to make men uncomfortable. Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "Binary Sunset" by John Williams

You finally did it, didn't you, Andrew Lloyd Webber? The Tauntauns review and discuss the Marvels. Join us, won't you? Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "Higher, Further, Faster, Together" by Laura Karpman

Finding a throne; the nature of power; oversight versus free will; multiversal anarchy; and doing right by your friends. Join Alyssa, Daniel, and Dino as they decide if Loki did indeed find his 'Glorious Purpose' after all. Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast Loki score by Natalie Holt

Join us Inside the Tauntaun this week as Alyssa, Daniel, and Dino break down the madness and brilliance of the last two episodes of Loki. Did someone Ctrl Alt Del the TVA? Are these variants the same variants we know and love? How in the multiverse of madness will they wrap up this show in one more episode?? Let's dig in and discuss... Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast Loki score by Natalie Holt

A pending universal disaster; a lovestruck AI; and a race to gain influence over an eccentrically brilliant variant. Join the Tauntauns as they dive into the third--and most intriguing--episode of Loki! Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast Loki score by Natalie Holt

Join Alyssa and Daniel as we dive into this brand new season of Loki. Today we are discussing, breaking down, and reviewing the first two episodes: Ouroboros and Breaking Brad. We got a lot of details to prune so let's get into it...

Ending where we began; Letting go; Thrawn's cult of personality; The dead rise; Baylan's endgame; and a roadmap for the future of Star Wars. The Tauntans' discussion concerning the season(?) finale of Ahsoka covers two galaxies-worth of topics, and you frankly don't want to miss it. Join us, won't you? Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast Ahsoka End Credits by Kevin Kiner

Whoop-Ti-Yay! (That's a "Paint Your Wagon" joke. You're welcome.) Join us Inside the Tauntaun as Alyssa and Daniel discuss and breakdown episode 7 go Ahsoka, Dreams and Madness. Sabine and Ezra circle the wagons with the turtle/crab people, Ahsoka and Baylan rematch, & Thrawn lets the good guys win. How in the world are they going to wrap up this season arc in only one more episode??? Let's dig into it.

Look, Ahsoka's past two episodes have been what you might call "important". As such, we're skipping a description. Just listen to this episode. Daniel and Dino cover it ALL. ALL OF IT. Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast Ahsoka End Credits by Kevin Kiner

Like master, like apprentice; the pull of the dark side; Jedi fighting forms; Inquisitor fan-theories in flames; and a World Between Worlds. Gang, strap in as Alyssa, Daniel, and Dino take you on a journey through the most consequential--and downright alarming-- episode of Ahsoka yet. You don't want to miss it. Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast Ahsoka End Credits by Kevin Kiner

Rot at the heart of the New Republic; a softer master-apprentice dynamic; Space Whale migratory patterns; and a bold claim by Alyssa. All three Tauntauns are together again to unpack the third installment of Ahsoka! Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast Ahsoka End Credits by Kevin Kiner

The Tauntauns return to a galaxy far, far away to welcome the long-awaited Ahsoka series! Does the show feel like Star Wars? Is director Dave Filoni able to rekindle the magic he's come to be known for? How do the animated characters from Star Wars: Rebels translate to live-action? Heck, where exactly does this take place on the timeline? Join Daniel and Dino as they attempt to answer every imaginable question! Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast Ahsoka End Credits by Kevin Kiner

We’ve reached the end of Marvel Studios’ Secret Invasion, and the Tauntauns have thoughts. Did Nick Fury’s first true solo outing do the character justice? Has the Skrull story arc reached a suitable conclusion? And what about THOSE choices in regards to G’iah and Colonel Rhodes? The gang attempts to answer these questions, and so many more, in this jam-packed episode! Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "Nick Fury (Secret Invasion Theme)" by Kris Bowers

Join Alyssa, Daniel, and Dino as they unpack the third and fourth episodes of Marvel Studios’ Secret Invasion! Has the show lived up to its promise? What of the ‘cross-over event’ that Kevin Feige promoted? Listen now for answers to these questions, and many more! Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "Nick Fury (Secret Invasion Theme)" by Kris Bowers

If adventure has a name...it must be “Inside the Tauntaun!” With “The Dial of Destinty” being Indy’s last big screen adventure, the Tauntauns have A LOT to sift through. Were the early reviews accurate in their assessment of the film? How does it stack up against the other entries in the series? Is the dial itself worthy to be mentioned alongside the Arc of the Covenant and the Holy Grail? And how about that third act?! Plus, the gang revisits the legacy of the much-maligned “Kingdom of the Crystal Skull” and assesses its role in shaping expectations for the final film. Join Daniel, Dino, and special guest Chris Villain as they bid Doctor Indiana Jones a fond farewell. Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "New York, 1969" from “The Dial of Destiny” soundtrack by John Williams

Daniel and Alyssa breakdown the first 2 episodes of the Disney+/Marvel show Secret Invasion. Who do you trust?

Daniel and Dino are joined by long-time friend of the show--and content creator extraordinaire-- Chris Villain in reacting to the much-anticipated film from DC, The Flash! What starts as a discussion about the movie's merits quickly becomes an exploration into meeting expectations, dueling multiverse concepts, quality assurance, life-imitating art, and so much more! You don't want to miss this jam-packed, Flash-tastic episode! You can catch us on Youtube, IG, and anywhere else you prowl on the internet! Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "Run" from The Flash soundtrack by Benjamin Wallfisch

The Tauntauns are physically in the same room, which means they mean business. The sequel to the wildly successful "Into the Spider-Verse" takes viewers further into the multiverse concept and even suggests some significant ties with the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Join Alyssa, Daniel, and Dino as they wade into the Spider-Verse and unpack the visually stunning second chapter of Miles Morales' adventures as Spider-Man. Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "Across the Spider-Verse" theme by Daniel Pemberton

All three Tauntauns are in attendance to usher in the season finale of The Mandalorian! Did the final episode stick the landing for an otherwise uneven season? Have we seen the last of one dastardly Imperial warlord? Where could season four take our favorite companions? And how do the musical "Grease" and a fear of death relate to one another? Join Alyssa, Daniel, and Dino for answers to these--and many more--questions. You can catch us on Youtube, IG, and anywhere else you prowl on the internet! Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "Mandalorian Theme" by Ludwig Göransson

Join Daniel and Alyssa as they squeeze into one tiny tauntaun carcass together to discuss The Mandalorian Chapter 23 "The Spies." Moff Gideon, Thrawn, IG-12, and suspicious Armorer- let's go!

Star Wars Celebration made its triumphant return to foggy London town this past weekend, and while the Tauntauns weren't in attendance this year, we've got you covered from every angle! Join Daniel and Dino as they walk you through the major projects that Lucasfilm unveiled at the convention, and what they mean for the future trajectory of Star Wars! Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast Star Wars theme by John Williams

Join Daniel and Dino as they get caught up on not one, but TWO episodes of The Mandalorian. Who is this show actually about? How do Lucasfilm's future plans influence the way we view this season? Oh, and Lizzo, Jack Black, and Doc Brown are now canon. Just in case you were wondering. Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "Mandalorian Theme" by Ludwig Göransson

We've got a doozy of an episode this week, gang. Join the Tauntauns as they put a bow on season 2 of The Bad Batch. From THAT tragic loss to the re-engineering of Brussels sprouts, Alyssa, Daniel, and Dino go full bore into the latest adventure from a galaxy far, far away. Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast The Bad Batch "Logo" theme by Kevin Kiner

The Tauntauns are reunited and ready to break down another fascinating entry into the Mandalorian. Does Bo Katan have ulterior motives for hanging around? What will Grogu do with his newfound dart skills? Why did Alyssa hate this week's cold open? Plus, welcome back to Star Wars, Ahmed Best! Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "Mandalorian Theme" by Ludwig Göransson

Join Alyssa and Daniel as they chat about Mando Season 3, Episodes 2&3! From The Living Waters to Taungsday, we've got you covered. Grab a Photon Fizzle or some Blue Milk and enjoy! Follow us: https://linktr.ee/InsideTheTauntaunPodcast "Mandalorian Theme" by Ludwig Göransson