Radio Razorcrest: A The Mandalorian Podcast

Chapter Sixteen: The Rescue

On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris are joined by returning champion Selene Jade [https://twitter.com/oceanselene/] and SWU senior British correspondent Ciaran Duggan [https://twitter.com/cduggan6/] to discuss the season two finale of The Mandalorian, "The Rescue".  They talk about the debut of Luke Skywalker on the series, how well the de-aging effect worked, his "hallway scene", and how he impacted the story.  They also talk about Grogu's decision to go with Luke, and what the final scene between Din and Grogu meant.  In addition, they also talk about the new tension between Bo-Katan and Din Djarin over the darksaber.  Plus, Moff Gideon's role in the story, the Empire's presence in the galaxy at this moment in time, and the announcement of The Book of Boba Fett.  All this and much more!

Chapter Fifteen: The Believer

On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris are joined by friend of the show Trey Atwood to discuss Chapter Fifteen of The Mandalorian, "The Believer." They discuss who the title is actually referring to and how this episode depicts the different sides of The Empire. They also talk about Din Djarin's choice in the episode, and how it relates to the arc of the returning Migs Mayfeld. Then they speculate about what Din's choice to remove his helmet will mean for him going forward, and how it might impact his relationships with Bo-Katan and The Armorer. Plus, a Star Wars Resistance connection, what characters we hope to see more from (and which one we don't), and the return of seismic charges. All this and much more!

Chapter Fourteen: The Tragedy

On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris are joined by friends of the show Din of the band F-105 [http://f105music.com/] and Steven Shinder of the Delayed Replay Podcast [https://www.channel1138.com/delayedreplay] to talk about Chapter Fourteen of The Mandalorian, "The Tragedy".  They break down Boba Fett's return and builds off of what's been established previously and how the depiction differs from previous interpretations.  They also talk about the seeing stone and the ancient temple, and how it relates to similar ancient structures on Earth.  They also talk about Din Djarin and Grogu's connection and what they need from each other.  Plus, Moff Gideon's glee at Grogu causing chaos, is the show setting up a magnificent seven or dirty dozen for the finale, and the Mandalorian history of Jango Fett.  All this and much on this episode of Sounds of Slave I!

Chapter Thirteen: The Jedi

On this episode, Dominic and Chris are joined by Clare Stribling of The Imperial Senate Podcast [https://imperialsenatepodcast.com/] to talk about Chapter Thirteen of The Mandalorian, "The Jedi."  They break down the live action debut of Ahsoka Tano, including her characterization, thoughts on the portrayal of the character, and her role in the story of Din Djarin and Grogu.  Then they discuss the reveals about Baby Yoda, aka Grogu, including his Jedi past and how he escaped Order 66.  They also delve into the reveal that Ahsoka is hunting Grand Admiral Thrawn.  Plus, how this episode changes and sets up the future of Star Wars and the series, Ludwig Göransson's incredible score, and what other characters iconic characters might we see in the future.  All this and much more!

Chapter Twelve: The Siege

On this episode, Dominic, Ben, and Chris are joined by SWU senior British correspondent Ciaran Duggan (Twitter) [https://twitter.com/cduggan6], Kareem of Order 416 (Instagram) [https://www.instagram.com/kareems.dreams/], and Culture Slate's Lauren Scott (Instagram) [https://www.instagram.com/freedomnotfate/] to discuss Chapter Twelve of The Mandalorian, "The Siege". They discuss what this episode reveals about Moff Gideon's ultimate plans, including his army of Dark Troopers and what exactly is in those tanks in the lab. They also talk about the return of Greef Carga and Cara Dune to the series, and what's been going on on Navarro since we were last there. And, they speculate about what's to come next week. Plus, Din Djarin's questionable parenting skills, Imperial design flaws, and are there any Greg's in the Star Wars universe? All this and much more!