Fangirls Going Rogue: Star Wars Conversation from a Female POV

Happy May the Fourth! TALES OF THE EMPIRE reconnects with original mythic themes of George Lucas’s Star Wars. Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski take a deep dive into the interconnectivity of Morgan Elsbeth and Barriss Offee’s arcs as they spend time serving the Empire. Sarah highlights some musical moments and Tricia points out important character beats. As the saying goes, Star Wars should rhyme, and it happens a lot in these amazing animated episodes. Throughout the discussion we have sprinkled highlights from Star Wars Fansite Roundtables with Diana Lee Inosanta (Morgan Elsbeth) and Meredith Salenger (Bariss Offee). For the full interviews see the links below. BE SURE TO CHECK OUT OUR SEASON OF THE FORCE PRIORITY TRANSMISSION FOR ALL THE EXCITING NEWS FROM DISNEYLAND AND BATUU WEST. Related Interview with Diana Lee Inosanto, the voice of Morgan Elsbeth Interview with Meredith Salenger, the voice of Barriss OffeeSkywalking Through Neverland Season of the Force recap Social Media TwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramPublicPrivate3 questions

Almost a decade ago, Meredith Salenger believed her time playing Barriss Offee had ended. Dave Filoni hinted later he had plans for the character. In Tales of the Empire, Barriss’ motivations to turn against the Jedi in The Clone Wars is explored as is her fate after Order 66. Meredith Salenger sat down and talked with Star Wars Fan Sites in a must-listen interview. Tales of the Empire premieres on Disney+ on May 4, 2024. Thanks to our fellow Star Wars fan podcasters on the roundtable (in order of appearance: Star Wars Holocron, Jedi News, Star Wars Explain, Skytalkers, Fantha Tracks, Ion Cannon, Coffee With Kenobi. FOR OUR FULL DISCUSSION OF TALES OF THE EMPIRE CLICK HERE. FOR OUR INTERVIEW WITH DIANA LEE INOSANTA, THE VOICE OF MORGAN ELSBETH, CLICK HERE. Social Media TwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramPublicPrivate3 questions

Diana Lee Inosanto knows Morgan Elsbeth. In Tales of the Empire, she reveals the story behind the brooding rage of a Nightsister survivor, who finds strength in her quest for revenge after General Grievous slaughters her clan on Dathomir. Inosanto shared her insight on making the leap to voice acting with Star Wars Fan Sites in an interview that is sure to bring a smile to your face. Star Wars is Ohana. Tales of the Empire premieres on Disney+ on May 4th, 2024. Thanks to our fellow Star Wars fan podcasters on the roundtable (in order of appearance): Star Wars Holocron, Jedi News, Star Wars Explained, Skytalkers, Father Son Galaxy, Coffee With Kenobi, Skywalking Through Neverland, Father Son Galaxy, Star Wars Explained, Coffee With Kenobi, and Fantha Tracks. FOR OUR FULL DISCUSSION OF TALES OF THE EMPIRE CLICK HERE. FOR OUR INTERVIEW WITH MEREDITH SALENGER, THE VOICE OF BARRISS OFFEE, CLICK HERE. Social Media TwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramPublicPrivate3 questions

In this Priority Transmission, Tricia Barr and B.J. Priester (FanGIRL Blog) share details and facts about everything they experienced at Season of the Force opening day at Disneyland in Anaheim, CA. They talk about attractions like the new Star Tours: The Adventures Continue update and Hyperspace Mountain. NEW characters like Sabine and the BD-X droids are now roaming around Galaxy’s Edge. B.J. and Tricia tried to eat and drink every new food item. Along with every new overlay at a Disney park, they have new merchandise! Season of the Force runs through June 2, 2024 at Disneyland Park in Anaheim, CA. Check out our social for more on the special food and drink options plus tips about how to win at the scavenger hunt. Stay tuned for our adventures during Star Wars Nite on April 18th. Zoom chats continue Monday, March 25 at 8pm ET/5pm PT. Related Skywalking Through Neverland Star Wars in Disney Parks Skywalking Through Neverland Season of the Force Breakdown

THE BAD BATCH HAS CHALLENGES WITHOUT TECH. Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski dive into the storytelling and character beats of The Bad Batch Season 3's episodes 4 through 7. From Crosshair and Omega's reunion with Hunter and Wrecker to the Batch joining Rex's team on Teth a lot happens for each clone personally. Plus we ponder who is that Clone X operative who nearly drowns Crosshair, dive into the theme of atonement, and explore some really interesting musical moments in the score. Zoom chats continue Monday, March 25 at 8pm ET/5pm PT. Related Our discussion of the three-part The Bad Batch Season 3 Premiere Skywalking Through Neverland Classic Marvel Star Wars Sarah’s Birthday Skywalking Through Neverland Things We Want To Share Our 10th Anniversary episode with Teresa Delgado THE COMPLETE ROUNDTABLE INTERVIEWS WITH THE BAD BATCH CREATIVES: DEE BRADLEY BAKER, MICHELLE ANG, JENNIFER CORBETT AND BRAD RAU. CHECK OUT OUR AHSOKA TANO SERIES FINALE DISCUSSION HERE and OUR LOOK AHEAD TO ASAJJ VENTRESS' RETURN IN THE BAD BATCH HERE. Social Media TwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramPublicPrivate3 questions

The Bad Batch doesn’t exist without Dee Bradley Baker putting his spin on Clone Force 99. In advance of Season 3, he sat down with a roundtable of Star Wars media to talk about bringing Crosshair, Hunter, and Wrecker to life. The Bad Batch Season 3 premieres on Disney+ on January 21th, 2024. Be sure to check out our interview with showrunners Brad Rau and Jenniifer Corbett and the voice of Omega Michelle Ang. Thanks to our fellow Star Wars fan podcasters on the roundtable: Skywalking Through Neverland, Father Son Galaxy, Star Wars Explained, Star Wars Insider, Coffee With Kenobi, Star Wars Holocron, Ion Cannon, Jedi News and Fantha Tracks. OUR ZOOM DISCUSSIONS RETURN JANUARY 26th, 2024 at 8PM ET/5PM PT! Related Michelle Ang interviewJennifer Corbett and Brad Rau interviewFangirls Going Rogue review of The Bad Batch Season 3 premiere Social Media TwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramPublicPrivate3 questions

The Bad Batch showrunners Brad Rau and Jennifer Corbett share insights into Season 3 when they join a roundtable of Star Wars media. This is a MUST LISTEN interview for Star Wars fans. The Bad Batch Season 3 premieres on Disney+ on January 21, 2024. Be sure to check out interviews with Dee Bradley Baker (Crosshair, Hunter, Wrecker) and Michelle Ang (Omega). Thanks to our fellow Star Wars fan podcasters on the roundtable: Skywalking Through Neverland, Father Son Galaxy, Star Wars Insider, Skytalkers, Star Wars Explained, Coffee With Kenobi, Star Wars Holocron, Ion Cannon, and Fantha Tracks. OUR ZOOM DISCUSSIONS RETURN JANUARY 26th, 2024 at 8PM ET/5PM PT! Related Dee Bradley Baker interviewMichelle Ang interviewFangirls Going Rogue review of The Bad Batch Season 3 premiere Social Media TwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramPublicPrivate3 questions

In The Bad Batch Season 3 Omega is a force for optimism and good. In advance of Season 3, Michelle Ang sat down with a roundtable of Star Wars media to talk about the challenges facing the oldest member of Clone Force 99. The Bad Batch Season 3 premieres on Disney+ on January 21, 2024. Be sure to check out our interviews with showrunners Brad Rau and Jenniifer Corbett and the voice of the Bad Batch Dee Bradley Baker. Thanks to our fellow Star Wars fan podcasters on the roundtable: Skywalking Through Neverland, Father Son Galaxy, Skytalkers, Star Wars Explained, Coffee With Kenobi, Star Wars Holocron, Ion Cannon, and Fantha Tracks. OUR ZOOM DISCUSSIONS RETURN JANUARY 26th, 2024 at 8PM ET/5PM PT! Related Dee Bradley Baker interviewJennifer Corbett and Brad Rau interviewFangirls Going Rogue review of The Bad Batch Season 3 premiere Social Media TwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramPublicPrivate3 questions

THE BAD BATCH IS BACK! Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski share highlights from their conversations with Dee Bradley Baker (Crosshair, Hunter, Wrecker), Michelle Ang (Omega), Jennifer Corbett (Head Writer) and Brad Rau (Supervising Director) as they breakdown the impactful character moments of the first three episodes. Sarah highlights some musical moments and Tricia points out nods back to The Clone Wars. The discussion ponders key moments from StarWars.com interviews with Dee Bradley Baker and Lucasfilm Vice President of Animation Production Athena Portillo. Zoom chats return Monday, February 26th at 8pm ET where we allow you to dive into The Bad Batch Season 3 premiere episodes. Related The Bad Batch Season 3 Trailer (via StarWars.com) Executive Producer Athena Portillo on her affinity for The Bad Batch’s Tech Dee Bradley Baker looks forward to the finale season of The Bad Batch Skywalking Through Neverland 450: Disneyland versus Universal Skywalking Through Neverland 451: Butch Patrick Hyperspace Theories: The Future of Star Wars Our 10th Anniversary episode with Teresa Delgado THE COMPLETE ROUNDTABLE INTERVIEWS WITH THE BAD BATCH CREATIVES: DEE BRADLEY BAKER, MICHELLE ANG, JENNIFER CORBETT AND BRAD RAU. CHECK OUT OUR AHSOKA TANO SERIES FINALE DISCUSSION HERE and OUR LOOK AHEAD TO ASAJJ VENTRESS’ RETURN IN THE BAD BATCH HERE. Plus we talk about how we’ve Star Wars’ed recently. Let us know how you have too through email or our social media. Social Media TwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramPublicPrivate3 questions

THE BAD BATCH RETURNS FOR A FINAL SEASON! Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski have thoughts on some surprise reveals in the trailer. Asajj Ventress lives; hold our lightsabers while we hug each other and cry. The show premieres on Disney+ February 21 with three new episodes and runs through May 1st. That’s not the only news since our last episode of 2023: Dave Filoni was promoted to Chief Creative Officer of Lucasfilm, The Mandalorian and Grogu leads off the movie slate, and Ahsoka Season 2 is confirmed in development. We also celebrate the nominations and awards for Star Wars shows, cast, and crew. Related The Bad Batch Season 3 Trailer (via StarWars.com)The Mandalorian and Grogu movie announcement (via StarWars.com)Dave Filoni to be honored at Saturn Awards (via StarWars.com) Dave Filoni named Lucasfilm Chief Creative Officer (via Variety) Lessons in Franchise Management: Marvel and Star Wars (via FANgirl Blog) Episode 44 with Dave Filoni Female fans strike back on ‘male only franchise’ nonsense (via NBC) Sharmeen Obaid-Chinoy quote 8 years out of context (via Forbes) Skywalking Through Neverland Mike Matessino InterviewSkywalking Through Neverland Discussion of Mickey Mouse in Public Domain Hyperspace Theories: Allegories of Mortis episode Our 10th Anniversary episode with Teresa Delgado DO THE QUIZ WITH US: WHAT PERCENT LEIA ARE YOU? CHECK OUT OUR AHSOKA TANO SERIES FINALE DISCUSSION HERE. Plus we talk about how we’ve Star Wars’ed recently. Let us know how you have too through email or our social media. Social Media TwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramPublicPrivate3 questions

THE GANG IS BACK TOGETHER! In a special episode, Teresa Delgado joins Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski to reminisce on 10 years of Fangirls Going Rogue. We’re not just going to walk down memory lane. Old interviews with Dave Filoni, Vanessa Marshall, Tiya Sircar, and more highlight some of the paths Star Wars storytelling has taken. In our first interview with Dave Filoni years ago, Filoni talks about being fascinated with Sabine Wren’s Darksaber training. It seems like AHSOKA brings his favorite storyline full circle. That and more insights in this for retrospective. This is definitely a must-listen episode for Star Wars fans! Related Episode 8 with Vanessa Marshall Episode 15 Sarah’s First Episode Episode 19 with Tiya Sircar Episode 23 with Anna Graves Episode 36 with Dave Filoni Topps Card discussion Episode 44 with Dave Filoni Episode 65 on Mental Health Episode 20.5 with Anne Convery Episode 21.9 Witchy Spooktacular CHECK OUT OUR AHSOKA TANO SERIES FINALE DISCUSSION HERE. Social Media TwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramPublicPrivate3 questions

AHSOKA is over, but that won’t be the end of the discussion for a show that leaves more questions than answers. Join Sarah Woloski and Tricia Barr as they dig into the music from Episodes 6 through 8 as well as the character developments for Ahsoka and Sabine. It’s Halloween season, so Morgan Elsbeth and the Great Mothers of the Witch Kingdom get a spot light as well. Related AHSOKA Episode GuidesMurley Lofi AHSOKA Composer article on YahooKiner family interview on Screenrant Hyperspace Theories explores storytelling of the AHSOKA finaleSkywalking Through Neverland Halloween Special CHECK OUT OUR PREVIOUS AHSOKA DISCUSSIONS PART ONE and PART TWO Social Media TwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramPublicPrivate3 questions

Ahsoka is reunited with her former master Anakin Skywalker in AHSOKA Episode 6. Is this in her head or has she gone to a world between worlds. Sarah Woloski and Tricia Barr discuss this amazing episode “Shadow Warrior” plus look back at “Time to Fly” (Episode 3) and “Fallen Jedi” (Episode 4) in our listener comment section. Here’s that Topps card released by Dave Filoni shortly after Star Wars Rebels “Twilight of the Apprentice.” Related Sarah discusses AHSOKA “Time to Fly” on Laughing Place’s Who’s the Bossk podcast Tricia discusses AHSOKA “Shadow Warrior” on Laughing Place’s Who’s the Bossk podcast Our review of the AHSOKA premiere Wicca Living – Maiden, Mother, Crone Social Media TwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramPublicPrivate3 questions

It’s been three years since the AHSOKA television show has been announced. After much anticipation, it has arrived. Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski react to the premiere episodes “Master and Apprentice” and “Toil and Trouble.” If you haven’t watch the episodes turn back now because this is a spoiler-filled discussion. Related Dave Filoni’s Facebook post teasing artwork from AHSOKA in 2019 Our Star Trek X Star Wars Episode Celebration recap with tons of AHSOKA content Witches Social Media TwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramPublicPrivate3 questions

Over in our Facebook Page Bill Beechler challenged Sarah Woloski and Tricia Barr to talk about Star Trek. As long-time fans of both Star Wars and Star Trek, we accepted. There has been a long relationship between the franchises; George Lucas went to Trek conventions and Gene Rodenberry helped celebrate Star Wars’ 10 year anniversary. We explore the history between the two, discuss whether a rivalry truly exists, and the ways each has influenced the other. The episode includes ideas where to start for Star Wars fans who want to get into Star Trek and what lessons they could learn from the other. Not to be missed is our look at the first three episodes of Strange New Worlds Season 2, which is a great launching point for newbies. Ad astra! Related Fangirls Going Rogue You Talk We Listen episode with Maggie Nowakowska and Tish Wells Fangirls Going Rogue Episode 23.7 Ahsoka Lives. Starcruiser Dies.Skywalking Through Neverland Should You See Rogers The Musical Hyperspace Theories The Mandalorian Season 3 Discussion Social Media TwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramPublicPrivate3 questions

Ahsoka Tano graces the cover of the latest issue of Empire Magazine, which includes interviews with Ahsoka series showrunner Dave Filoni and lead actress Rosaria Dawson. In a new episode, we dig into our favorite new details revealed in the magazine. Following the Galactic Starcruiser news, long-time listener Meredith Duckworth shares her recent adventure during this Disney Parks experience. We consider the factors that led to the Star Wars immersive hotel’s closing and ponder lessons learned. Also we share Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny Disney Park tie-ins and merchandise. Be sure to check out Variety’s Actor on Actor interview between Hayden Christensen and Diego Luna! Related Skywalking Through The Little Mermaid Hyperspace Theories The Mandalorian Season 3 Episode Social Media TwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramPublicPrivate3 questions

May 4th is upon us and plenty of fresh content drops on Disney+, including Young Jedi Adventures and Star Wars Visions Season 2. We had a chance to attend the Star Wars Visions creator press conference at Celebration Europe last month. If you’re not sure about this anthology series from animation companies around the world, then listening to the writers and directors who played in the galaxy far far away sandbox for the second season will get you inspired. If you’ve watched the anthology, the discussion here will heighten what you’ve seen. Have you listened to our Best of Celebration Europe episode? Ep 23.7 Best of Star Wars Celebration Europe Social Media TwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramPublicPrivate3 questions

Star Wars Celebration Europe 2023 is in the books. Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski experienced from different perspectives, in-person and live stream, and bring you the best of both. Fangirls Going Rogue explore all the exciting reveals from panels on Ahsoka, The Clone Wars 15 Year Anniversary, Kenobi, Andor, The Mandalorian, The Acolyte, The Bad Batch, Young Jedi Adventures, and Star Wars Visions. From Thrawn and tons of Expanded Universe nods to the all the ways numerous perspectives and fresh voices have made it into upcoming Star Wars, the future is bright. Social Media TwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramPublicPrivate3 questions

The Mandalorian season 3's second episode "The Mines of Mandalore" thrusts Bo-Katan into the spotlight. Sarah Woloski and Tricia Barr giddily react, sharing thoughts on faith, music, and storytelling with a heavy focus on Bo-Katan and Din's relationship. We also draw on insights from an amazing roundtable with Bo-Katan Kryze herself - Katee Sackhoff. Listen as she talks about her acting process, Bo-Katan's emotions, and how Dave Filoni "lied...to her face!" WATCH KATEE SACKHOFF'S ROUNDTABLE: OUR MARVEL STAR WARS ZOOM DISCUSSIONS CONTINUE MARCH 6th AT 8PM ET/5PM PT Related Skywalking Through Neverland YoutubeFANgirl Blog Hyperspace Theories podcast Social Media TwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramPublicPrivate3 questions

Sarah Woloski and Tricia Barr celebrate the return of The Mandalorian. We share our experience at the World Premiere in Hollywood and reactions to the first episode. Plus we joined amazing roundtables with Executive Producers Jon Favreau, Dave Filoni, and Rick Famuyiwa. There are some amazing insights. These are must listen interviews. OUR MARVEL STAR WARS ZOOM DISCUSSIONS CONTINUE MARCH 6th AT 8PM ET/5PM PT Be sure to check out our interview with The Bad Batch showrunners Brad Rau and Jenniifer Corbett and the voice of Omega Michelle Ang. Related Skywalking Through Neverland YoutubeFANgirl Blog Hyperspace Theories podcast Social Media TwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramTwitterInstagramPublicPrivate3 questions