501stcast ep 142

501stcast ep 143

Episode 143 Recording Date: April 19, 2026 Release date May  5, 2026 Intro -  Welcome to the 501stCast, the official podcast of the 501st Legion, Vader's Fist. Here are your hosts Mike Hinton, TK-5351 from Garrison Carida with…. Chris Nitro, TR-82065 from the Northeast Remnant Garrison Mikey Bouchereau, TB-60614 from the Bluegrass Garrison Matt Schraeder, TB-99920 from Starkiller Garrison. and I’m Anthony “AP” Pizzuto, SL-22381 from the Northeast Remnant Garrison Overview/Highlights - Legion by the Numbers www.501st.com/holocron [http://www.501st.com/holocron] for active troopers Legacy MemberDB for costume/totals The latest reports from the Imperial Security Bureau confirm that as of April 19, 2026, 13,020 active troopers now stand in our ranks, an increase of 96 since our March update. And across the galaxy, we now command 34,215 approved costumes. A most… impressive display of order and discipline.  Recent News Star Wars Celebration On April 16th the news we’ve all been patiently awaiting for was announced. Tickets for Star Wars Celebration LA 2027 are going on sale on May 6th! Mando & Grogu Tickets On April 17th, tickets for the Mandalorian & Grogu movie went on sale in the US. What does this translate to for the 501st? As we discussed in episode 140.5, potentially several new costumes for the Legion as well as new trooping opportunities. Newest CRLs -  While there were no new CRL’s posted this month we’ll take this time to give a very brief explanation of what a CRL is for our non-member listeners. CRL stands for Costume Reference Library. There are many more aspects and facts about CRL’s that we can devote an entire episode to but that is a very brief overview of what a CRL is. To check out the Costume Reference Library head over to crls.501st.com [http://crls.501st.com/]  TotM   TD-4549, was nominated for 501st Legion Trooper of the Month in recognition of his exceptional service, leadership, and dedication to the Legion. CotQ Emerald City Comic Con The planning group of 11 501st members, (10 from Garrison Titan and 1 from Cloud City Garrison) and 5 members of other Star Wars organizations worked together to put on an amazing attendee experience at Emerald City Comic Con. HM/FoTL -  https://www.501st.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=67&t=116713 [https://www.501st.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=67&t=116713] Topic of the Day  The question from the end of last Show was: * How did you explain your new hobby to your non-Star Wars friends or family? Mission Reports TK-71689 - Northeast Remnant Garrison - Polar Bear Plunge Upcoming Events  * Bravo Garrison invites all members of the 501st, Rebel Legion, Mandalorian Mercs, Droid Builders and the Galactic Academy to Training Day Monterrey 2026.  * Head on the Multi-Garrison events section of the Legion boards for more info. Dedication:  Member Memorials: https://www.501st.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=290 [https://www.501st.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=290] This episode of the 501stCast is dedicated to : * Boyd Thomas - TK-8210 - Timberline Garrison Next Episode/Contact Reminders & Final Wrap-up  We want to hear from you! Send us ideas for topics that you want to hear about, interview suggestions, or even just your well wishes. For now, help us kick off our next episode. Email, call or message us answering the following Shakespearean question.  * To amplify or not amplify? That is the question. * Write to us at podcast@501stcast.com [podcast@501stcast.com] * Use country code +1 to leave us a voicemail at 1-551-501-TALK (8255) * Message us on FB at https://www.facebook.com/the501stCast [https://www.facebook.com/settings?tab=profile§ion=username] * All of these can be found at our home on the web 501stcast.com [http://501stcast.com/] Shout Out * CT-7859 - For reaching out and giving us some technical audio advice Disclaimer: The 501st Legion is a worldwide Star Wars costuming organization comprised of and operated by Star Wars fans. While it is not sponsored by Lucasfilm Ltd. it follows generally accepted ground rules for Star wars fan groups. Star Wars, its characters, costumes, and all associated items are the intellectual property of Lucasfilm. Copyright & Trademark Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

501stcast ep 142

Recording Date: March 22, 2026 Release date April 5, 2026 Hosts: Mike Hinton, TK-5351 Garrison Carida  Chris Nitro, TR-82065 Northeast Remnant Garrison Mikey Bouchereau, TB-60614 Bluegrass Garrison Matt Schraeder, TB-99920 Starkiller Garrison. Anthony “AP” Pizzuto, SL-22381  Northeast Remnant Garrison Email the hosts at: Mike Hinton  ⁠TK5351@501stcast.com⁠ [TK5351@501stcast.com] Chris Nitro ⁠nitro@501stcast.com⁠ [nitro@501stcast.com] Mikey Bouchereau ⁠mikey@501stcast.com⁠ [mikey@501stcast.com] Matt Schraeder ⁠TB99920@501stcast.com⁠ [TB99920@501stcast.com] Anthony Pizzuto ⁠ap@501stcast.com⁠ [ap@501stcast.com] We want to hear from you! Send us ideas for topics that you want to hear about, interview suggestions, or even just your well wishes. For now, help us kick off our next episode. Email, call or message us answering the following question.  * Write to us at ⁠podcast@501stcast.com⁠ [podcast@501stcast.com] * Use country code +1 to leave us a voicemail at 1-551-501-TALK (8255) * Message us on FB at ⁠https://www.facebook.com/the501stCast⁠ [https://www.facebook.com/settings?tab=profile§ion=username] * All of these can be found at our home on the web ⁠501stcast.com⁠ [http://501stcast.com] And we have a fresh report from the Imperial Security Bureau confirming that as of March 22, 2026, the Legion boasts 12,924 active troopers and 33,946 approved costumes across the galaxy. Recent News The 501st Legion now has an official Discord! The Discord server is being hosted and supported by the Legion PR Team in a similar manner as existing FB groups such as 501st Updates and the PRO-only Department of Propaganda. Discord support requests should go to: PRO@501st.com. Newest CRLs -  https://crls.501st.com/tfe/cal-kestis-inquisitor [https://crls.501st.com/tfe/cal-kestis-inquisitor] TotM/CotQ  Scott Moss - TK-62000 - Bloodfin Garrison HM/FoTL - HM - Tatul Benodat HM - David Kay Topic of the Day  The question from the end of last Show was: * What was the most difficult part of your first build that almost made you quit? This episode of the 501stCast is dedicated to : Kerrin Peck - TX-25087 - Redback Garrison Tristan Greco - TK-1871 - French Garrison Steve Hird - TK-6659 - UK Garrison Next Episode/Contact Reminders & Final Wrap-up  We want to hear from you! Send us ideas for topics that you want to hear about, interview suggestions, or even just your well wishes. For now, help us kick off our next episode. Email, call or message us answering the following question.  * How did you explain your new hobby to your non-Star Wars friends or family? Shout Out * TK 2066  - thanks for bumpers and phone call.  The Mayan Garrion Disclaimer: The 501st Legion is a worldwide Star Wars costuming organization comprised of and operated by Star Wars fans. While it is not sponsored by Lucasfilm Ltd. it follows generally accepted ground rules for Star wars fan groups. Star Wars, its characters, costumes, and all associated items are the intellectual property of Lucasfilm. Copyright & Trademark Lucasfilm Ltd. All rights reserved. Used under authorization.

501stcast ep 141

Recording Date: Feb 22, 2026 Release date Mar 5, 2026 Hosts: Mike Hinton, TK-5351 Garrison Carida  Chris Nitro, TR-82065 Northeast Remnant Garrison Mikey Bouchereau, TB-60614 Bluegrass Garrison Matt Schraeder, TB-99920 Starkiller Garrison. Anthony “AP” Pizzuto, SL-22381  Northeast Remnant Garrison Email the hosts at: Mike Hinton  TK5351@501stcast.com [TK5351@501stcast.com] Chris Nitro nitro@501stcast.com [nitro@501stcast.com] Mikey Bouchereau mikey@501stcast.com [mikey@501stcast.com] Matt Schraeder TB99920@501stcast.com [TB99920@501stcast.com] Anthony Pizzuto ap@501stcast.com [ap@501stcast.com] We want to hear from you! Send us ideas for topics that you want to hear about, interview suggestions, or even just your well wishes. For now, help us kick off our next episode. Email, call or message us answering the following question.  * Write to us at podcast@501stcast.com [podcast@501stcast.com] * Use country code +1 to leave us a voicemail at 1-551-501-TALK (8255) * Message us on FB at https://www.facebook.com/the501stCast [https://www.facebook.com/settings?tab=profile§ion=username] * All of these can be found at our home on the web 501stcast.com [http://501stcast.com] Legion by the Numbers as of Feb 22, 2026 12,855 active troopers with 33,733 approved costumes.  Highlights of episode 141 A huge shout-out and thanks to everyone who stepped up to run, and to those who participated in the election process. And congratulations to all the leaders at the local level and legion level new and existing who have started their official terms! Do you have a unique skill set, have a passion for leading? If you’re curious about participating in the command staff at the local level or even the legion level, start small. Reach out to your local CO and set up a conversation. Ask what the role really looks like, learn about the challenges and what the rewards are.  Leadership in the legion is all about supporting your fellow troopers, strengthening our community and ensuring we continue to make a meaningful difference in the galaxies we visit both fictional and real and it’s never too early to start thinking about your involvement in the future! Who knows the next great leader of your garrison might already be in armor!  We will be working with Starlight in the U.S. once again for our upcoming hospital visits during the month of May!  Just like in the past, they will send toys to the hospital for you to pass out to the kids during your hospital visits.  May 4th will be here before you know it, so get your event dates submitted early so Starlight has plenty of lead-time to get the shipments out to you. The deadline for submissions to arrive during the month of May is April 1st. If you are planning a hospital visit in the month of May and wish to have Starlight send out some cool stuff, please fill out the form using the link on the screen: https://tinyurl.com/2026MayStarlight [https://tinyurl.com/2026MayStarlight] Newest CRLs - https://www.501st.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=29&t=91327&hilit=crl&start=400 [https://www.501st.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=29&t=91327&hilit=crl&start=400] Congratulations to Andy Price, TK-42542 from Southern Cross Garrison Trooper of the Month! Congratulations from all of us at the 501st Cast! . HM/FoTL - https://www.501st.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=67 [https://www.501st.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=67] * HM - Richard Edlund -  * Mr. Dee Tails  Topic of the Day  What was the very first Star Wars character that made you say, "I want to wear that"? Dedication:  Member Memorials: https://www.501st.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=290 [https://www.501st.com/forum/viewforum.php?f=290] This episode of the 501stCast is dedicated to : * Justin Conner - TR-58696 of Mountain Garrison * Brad Edmonds - TK-3905 of Florida Garrison * Gaëtan (GUY-tan) Verracchia (ver-ACK-ia) - TB-10590 of the French Garrison Buckets off to all the troopers, their families and friends. We solemnly enter their names into our Hall of Eternal Legionaries, and offer a moment of silence. Shout Out - Thank you everyone who sent in audio or video to use in these episodes of the 501st Cast!

501stcast ep 140.5 The Mando and Grogu Trailer Edition

Recording Date: Feb 22, 2026 Hosts: Mike Hinton, TK-5351 Garrison Carida  Chris Nitro, TR-82065 Northeast Remnant Garrison Mikey Bouchereau, TB-60614 Bluegrass Garrison Matt Schraeder, TB-99920 Starkiller Garrison. Anthony “AP” Pizzuto, SL-22381  Northeast Remnant Garrison Email the hosts at: Mike Hinton  TK5351@501stcast.com [TK5351@501stcast.com] Chris Nitro nitro@501stcast.com [nitro@501stcast.com] Mikey Bouchereau mikey@501stcast.com [mikey@501stcast.com] Matt Schraeder TB99920@501stcast.com [TB99920@501stcast.com] Anthony Pizzuto ap@501stcast.com [ap@501stcast.com] We want to hear from you! Send us ideas for topics that you want to hear about, interview suggestions, or even just your well wishes. For now, help us kick off our next episode. Email, call or message us answering the following question.  * Write to us at podcast@501stcast.com [podcast@501stcast.com] * Use country code +1 to leave us a voicemail at 1-551-501-TALK (8255) * Message us on FB at https://www.facebook.com/the501stCast [https://www.facebook.com/settings?tab=profile§ion=username] All of these can be found at our home on the web 501stcast.com [http://501stcast.com]

501stcast ep 140 Star Wars Podcast day 2026

The 501stcast, the official podcast of the 501st Legion, Vader's Fist, is glad to take part in Star Wars Podcast day 2026 Some of our troopers were on missions for the emperor . Please check out the 501stcast anywhere you find podcast. Contact us at: Mike email TK5351@501stcast.com Mikey email mikey@501stcast.com Chris email nitro@501stcast.com Anthony email ap@501stcast.com Matt email TB99920@501stcast.com website www.501stcast.com [www.501stcast.com] This is a special Star Wars Podcast day 2026 episode. An annual celebration of the Star Wars fan audio community, every February 7th #starwarspodcastday #swpd2026