Off the Rack Rebellion

Episode 47 | Jedi Master Maul

In this episode, the Billi interviews @jedimastermaul, a fellow creator and B83 of Burgundy Squadron, about his transition from mechanical engineering and drafting into the world of screen-accurate prop building and costuming. They cover Jason's journey from his first 3D-printed projects like BD-1 to his recent, highly detailed builds; and explore the challenges of balancing his day-job with the hobby. They also dive into the art of weathering, the technical struggles of learning sewing and electronics, and the backstory of Jason's original Star Wars character, Soren Corvus, an ex-Imperial turned Outer Rim security operative. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Intro: Off the Rack Rebellion 1:52 - Jason's Background: From Detroit to Costuming 2:58 - The First Cosplay and Early Inspirations 3:46 - The Engineering Shift: 3D Printing and Modeling 6:10 - Family Support and the "Nerdy Stuff" 7:07 - The Catalyst: Going Head-to-Toe 14:32 - Superpowers in Costuming: The Art of Weathering 16:50 - The Philosophy of "Messing Things Up" 21:35 - Skill Hurdles: Electronics and Coding 24:14 - The Sewing Struggle 26:54 - Influences Beyond Star Wars: Lord of the Rings and D&D 30:30 - Meet the Character: Soren Corvus, the Ex-Imperial 🎙️ Check out our website for more information: https://www.thedadbatch.com 🔗 JOIN THE COMMUNITY: 🌐 Official Website: https://www.thedadbatch.com 💬 Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/dadbatchpod 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/off.the.rack.rebellion GUEST LINKS: 📸  @jedimastermaul's Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jedimastermaul ABOUT THE PODCAST:  Join the Off the Rack Rebellion Hosts as they share tips and techniques on how to take everyday clothing and create outfits inspired by the denizens we see on screen in our favorite films and television shows from a galaxy far far away.  SUPPORT THE SHOW:  If you enjoyed this episode, please Subscribe and hit the 🔔 notification bell! And for more workbench talk join our Discord via the Patreon link above with subscription prices starting at $0.  It helps the channel more than you know.  #podcast #offtherackrebellion #ferrixfriday #burgundysquadron #maker  #cosplay #dadbatchpod

Episode 46 | Blaster Master Maker

Billi sits down with @blastermastermaker to get ready for Space Dive 2026!  🎙️ Check out our website for more information: https://www.thedadbatch.com 🔗 JOIN THE COMMUNITY: 🌐 Official Website: https://www.thedadbatch.com 💬 Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/dadbatchpod 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/off.the.rack.rebellion GUEST LINKS: 📸  @blastermastermaker's Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blastermastermaker 🌐 Space Dive 313 Official Website:  https://spacedive313.com/ ABOUT THE PODCAST:  Join the Off the Rack Rebellion Hosts as they share tips and techniques on how to take everyday clothing and create outfits inspired by the denizens we see on screen in our favorite films and television shows from a galaxy far far away.  SUPPORT THE SHOW:  If you enjoyed this episode, please Subscribe and hit the 🔔 notification bell! And for more workbench talk join our Discord via the Patreon link above with subscription prices starting at $0.  It helps the channel more than you know.  #podcast #offtherackrebellion #ferrixfriday #burgundysquadron #maker  #cosplay #dadbatchpod #spacedive #spacedive313

Episode 45 | Holoscan Database

Billi sits down with @holoscandatabase and discusses his photography, his costume making, and how he's brought the two together. 🎙️ Check out our website for more information: https://www.thedadbatch.com [https://www.thedadbatch.com] 🔗 JOIN THE COMMUNITY: 🌐 Official Website: https://www.thedadbatch.com [https://www.thedadbatch.com] 💬 Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/dadbatchpod [https://www.patreon.com/c/dadbatchpod] 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/off.the.rack.rebellion [https://www.instagram.com/off.the.rack.rebellion] GUEST LINKS: 📸 @holoscandatabase's Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/holoscandatabase [https://www.instagram.com/holoscandatabase] ABOUT THE PODCAST: Join the Off the Rack Rebellion Hosts as they share tips and techniques on how to take everyday clothing and create outfits inspired by the denizens we see on screen in our favorite films and television shows from a galaxy far far away. SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you enjoyed this episode, please Subscribe and hit the 🔔 notification bell! And for more workbench talk join our Discord via the Patreon link above with subscription prices starting at $0. It helps the channel more than you know. #podcast #offtherackrebellion #ferrixfriday #burgundysquadron #maker #cosplay #dadbatchpod

Episode 44 | Chocodoc

Off the Rack Rebellion is BACK from hiatus! Billi sits down with @chocodoc and discusses her journey into costume making. 🎙️ Check out our website for more information: https://www.thedadbatch.com [https://www.thedadbatch.com] In this latest episode Billi sits down with Burgundy Squadron's B33 to hear her journey from Halloween themed birthday parties as a kid to Sailor Moon and then to Kay Vess. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro 0:43 - Welcome 2:35 - Her Story 8:12 - Costume Looks 15:40 - Her Characters 25:10 - Kay Vess 29:00 - Lightning Round 38:15 - What's Next? 47:00 - Where to find her? 48:07 - Outro 🔗 JOIN THE COMMUNITY: 🌐 Official Website: https://www.thedadbatch.com [https://www.thedadbatch.com] 💬 Join Our Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/dadbatchpod [https://www.patreon.com/c/dadbatchpod] 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/off.the.rack.rebellion [https://www.instagram.com/off.the.rack.rebellion] GUEST LINKS: 📸 @chocodoc's Personal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chocodoc [https://www.instagram.com/chocodoc] ABOUT THE PODCAST: Join the Off the Rack Rebellion Hosts as they share tips and techniques on how to take everyday clothing and create outfits inspired by the denizens we see on screen in our favorite films and television shows from a galaxy far far away. SUPPORT THE SHOW: If you enjoyed this episode, please Subscribe and hit the 🔔 notification bell! And for more workbench talk join our Discord via the Patreon link above with subscription prices starting at $0. It helps the channel more than you know. #podcast #offtherackrebellion #ferrixfriday #burgundysquadron #maker #cosplay #dadbatchpod

Episode 43 | Summertime!

The Off the Rack Rebellion duo get ready for a brief summer break as they talk about the first half of Andor and general costume plans.