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After many changes of location, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art has finally landed in Los Angeles. Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski recall their first adventures theere, with a particular focus on the rebellious vibe of the Gardens, which include statues of the Huttslayer Leia and Padmé battling a nexu among others. Speaking of rebel leaders, Claudia Gray's new novel Princess of the Rebellion was announced at New York Comic-Con. Other new books announced at the yearly convention appear to focus on A New Hope's 50th anniversary. Wrapping up the episode, hints from Star Wars President Dave Filoni provide some fun speculation about Ahsoka Season Two, particularly the Mortis gods tease.   Related   New Ezra Bridger comic announcement at StarWars.com Star Wars Books NYCC announcements from StarWars.com Star Wars: Twin Crossroads interview with Beth Revis at StarWars.com Dave Filoni teases Mortis gods for Ahsoka S2 in Empire Magazine/li> Hyperspace Theories Spider-Man: Brand New Day episode Skywalking Through Neverland: Lucas Museum of Narrative Art episode Hyperspace Theories: Lucas Museum of Narrative Art episode Skywalking Through Neverland: Tom Spina Designs episode Hyperspace Theories Podcast: The Mandalorian and Grogu   Social Media   Fangirls Going Rogue Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

With Sarah Woloski in the trenches at this year's San Diego Comic-Con and Tricia Barr watching the news diligently over the weekend, your Fangirls Going Rogue hosts are ready to share their favorite news. From Star Trek to Star Wars and Marvel to Museums, we cover a lot of ground, including our favorite Star Wars Books news and speculation about those Latverian witch costume changes. The Mandalorian and Grogu is now available on Disney+. Check out our discussion here. Related The Star Wars Experience at Franklin Institute via StarWars.com Star Wars Books and Comics news via StarWars.com Star Wars: Twin Crossroads interview with Beth Revis at StarWars.com Marvel news from SDCC via Marvel.com Star Wars: Legacy Review via Skywalking Through Neverland Skywalking Through Neverland Episode 568: Spaceballs panel and Trivia Hyperspace Theories Podcast: The Mandalorian and Grogu Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

Join Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski in a deep dive into spoiler territory for The Mandalorian and Grogu. While Din Djarin might not have moved quite as far as we expected, Grogu's journey in this movie was a pleasant surprise. Also a surprise, Rotta the Hutt's evolution from Stinky, the son of Jabba the Hutt in the Clone Wars animated movie, to a rebellious older teen stepping out from under his father's shadow. In this episode, we also dig into some favorite music pieces from the soundtrack and share our adventures at the Disney Parks on the movie's opening day.  For our video of the behind-the-scenes tour, check out our special Youtube episode from last week. Related Tricia Barr recaps The Mandalorian and Grogu preview screening. Our full roundtable interview with Dave Filoni and Jon Favreau Interview with Composer Ludwig Göransson, production designers Doug Chiang and Andrew L. Jones, prop master Josh Roth, and visual effects supervisor John Knoll Our Maul - Shadow Lord review episode with special guest Teresa Delgado Donate to Starlight Children's Foundation through LiningUp.net Worldbuilding In Maul - Shadow Lord from Hyperspace Theories podcast Maul - Shadow Lord Breakdown and Music Analysis via Skywalking Through Neverland Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Richard Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

The Mandalorian and Grogu is almost here! We have a packed episode that includes highlights from a special pre-launch event hosted by Disney with the creative minds behind the magic, including Ludwig Göransson (Music By), Doug Chiang (Production Designer), Josh Roth (Prop Master), and John Knoll (VFX Supervisor); exciting information about Galaxy's Edge at Disney Parks in Florida and California, details from the movie's World Premiere, a non-spoiler review of The Mandalorian and Grogu. Composer Ludwig Göransson, production designers Doug Chiang and Andrew L. Jones, prop master Josh Roth, and visual effects supervisor John Knoll discuss expanding The Mandalorian from Disney+ to the big screen. From Ludwig Göransson's iconic Mandalorian theme and massive new orchestral score, to Doug Chiang's philosophy of balancing classic Star Wars aesthetics with fresh new ideas, this episode dives deep into the artistry behind the film. The team also shares stories about building practical sets, designing new props and weapons, creating stop-motion droids, and filming stunning Razor Crest miniature shots using cutting-edge LED technology. Plus hear fun behind-the-scenes stories involving Grogu, Sigourney Weaver, runaway mouse droids, giant jungle sets, puppeteers, and how the filmmakers continue George Lucas' vision of a lived-in Star Wars galaxy. Be sure to check back next week for a detailed spoiler-filled discussion about the movie! Related Tricia Barr recaps The Mandalorian and Grogu preview screening. Our full roundtable interview with Dave Filoni and Jon Favreau Our Maul – Shadow Lord review episode with special guest Teresa Delgado Donate to Starlight Children's Foundation through LiningUp.net Worldbuilding In Maul – Shadow Lord from Hyperspace Theories podcast Maul – Shadow Lord Breakdown and Music Analysis via Skywalking Through Neverland Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Richard Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski are joined by OG Fangirl Going Rogue Teresa Delgado to explore the themes and character arcs of Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord. This is a spoiler filled episode covering all 10 episodes. What is motivating Maul? How far with Devon fall? How does the painterly style enhance the storytelling? We discuss these things and more. In news, we discuss May the 4th activities, Star Wars Celebration ticket sales, and the Original Trilogy characters arriving in Disneyland. Be sure to check out the Countdown to The Mandalorian and Grogu where we talk about screening the first 18 minutes of the movie and hear directly from director Jon Favreau. Related Tricia Barr recaps The Mandalorian and Grogu preview screening. Star Wars Nielsen ranking revelations via THR LiningUp.net Donate to Starlight Children's Foundation through LiningUp.net Worldbuilding In Maul – Shadow Lord from Hyperspace Theories podcast Maul – Shadow Lord Breakdown and Music Analysis via Skywalking Through Neverland Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Teresa Delgado Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

As part of the role out of The Mandalorian and Grogu – out May 22nd – we had a chance to preview the first 18 minutes of the film and visit with director Jon Favreau. Hear from Favreau as he showed off a set from Adelphi Base and hundreds of props and puppets during a special tour. Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski break down our favorite moments from the final movie trailer. Check out our latest podcast with interviews with the cast and creative team behind Maul – Shadow Lord. Related Tricia Barr recaps The Mandalorian and Grogu preview screening. Skywalking Through Neverland's Maul – Shadow Lord Midseason Analysis LiningUp.net Donate to Starlight Children's Foundation through LiningUp.net Lucasfilm's New Era Officially Begins from Hyperspace Theories podcast Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

A new Star Wars animated show, Maul: Shadow Lord, will debut on Disney+. Fangirls Going Rogue had a chance to sit down with voice actors Sam Witwer (Maul) and Gideon Adlon (Devon Izara) as well as creatives Athena Yvette Portillo (EP), Matt Michnovetz (EP), and Brad Rau (Supervising Director). Joining us on this roundtable were Skywalking Through Neverland, Full of Sith, Alex Endor Express, Skytalkers, Jedi News, Fantha Tracks, Father Son Galaxy and Ion Cannon podcast. In addition to the interviews, we share are non-spoilery review of the first eight episodes and look forward to talking more about the show as it is released. From Disney: Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord presents fans with a pulpy adventure that finds Maul plotting to rebuild his criminal syndicate on a planet untouched by the Empire. There, he crosses paths with a disillusioned young Jedi Padawan who may just be the apprentice he is seeking to aid him in his relentless pursuit for revenge. The cast includes Sam Witwer as Maul, Gideon Adlon as Devon Izara, recent Golden Globe® winner and Oscar® nominee Wagner Moura as Brander Lawson, Richard Ayoade as Two-Boots, Dennis Haysbert as Master Eeko-Dio Daki, Chris Diamantopoulos as Looti Vario, Charlie Bushnell as Rylee Lawson, Vanessa Marshall as Rook Kast, David W. Collins as Spybot, A.J. LoCascio as Marrok, and Steve Blum as Icarus. Created by Dave Filoni, Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord is based on Star Wars and characters created by George Lucas. The series is developed by Dave Filoni and Matt Michnovetz. Brad Rau is supervising director. The executive producers are Dave Filoni, Athena Yvette Portillo, Matt Michnovetz, Brad Rau, Carrie Beck, and Josh Rimes. Alex Spotswood is the co-executive producer. Check out our latest podcast reacting to The Mandalorian and Grogu trailer. Related Maul: Shadow Lord Season 2 announced on StarWars.com Why Does Everyone Love Maul? from Esquire Meet the Cast of Maul: Shadow Lord LiningUp.net Lucasfilm's New Era Officially Begins from Hyperspace Theories podcast Sam Witwer and Gideon Adlon Interview on Skywalking Through Neverland Youtube Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

A lot has happened in the opening weeks of 2026!  Kathleen Kennedy retired. Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan were elevated to President and Co-President respectively. Josh D'Amaro was elevated to CEO of Disney. The Super Bowl featured an unconventional spot for The Mandalorian and Grogu. Disney, likely seeing the wrong type of reaction across social media, released a trailer for the movie a little more than a week later. Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski discuss how all these events suggest changes on the horizon for Star Wars fans. Forthcoming appearances of Han, Luke, Leia and Darth Vader at Disneyland's Batuu appear like a promising start. The main discussion focuses on what the trailer suggests for the storytelling future of Din Djarin and Grogu. Who's their antagonist? Why is bounty hunter Embo's appearance significant? What do snakes signify in myth? Let's dive in… Related Lucasfilm leadership announcement via StarWars.com Skywalking Through Neverland discussion on changes at Disneyland and Dave Filoni as President of Lucasfilm Hyperspace Theories: Lucasfilm's New Era Officially Begins Skywalking Through Neverland: In Defense of Lucasfilm Super Bowl Spot The Mandalorian and Grogu Super Bowl spot The Mandalorian and Grogu Official Trailer Social Media UPDATED Fangirls Going Rogue Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

After catching up on adventures at Disney Parks, Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski dive into some news regarding Star Wars Starfighter and The Mandalorian and Grogu. Our main discussion explores Wicked: For Good, including the music and storytelling choices. Related Shawn Levy speaks to Vanity Fair about Star Wars: Starfighter The Mandalorian and Grogu Trailer Fangirls Going Rogue on Wicked Part 1 Skywalking Through Neverland's The Force Awakens at 10 episode Skywalking Through Neverland's Wicked For Good episode Hyperspace Theories Wicked For Good episode Hyperspace Theories: One Year Later discussing ANDOR's Season 2 Episodes 1 – 3 Hyperspace Theories: Bad Luck Ghorman discussion of propaganda and oppression in ANDOR Season 2 Hyperspace Theories: Point of View in Storytelling as utilized in ANDOR Season 2 Hyperspace Theories: K-Pop Demon Hunters: an exploration of evolving myth and the movie's parallels to themes in Star Wars Social Media UPDATED Fangirls Going Rogue Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

In a Star Wars book-centric episode, Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski are inspired by the re-release of The Revenge of the Sith novelization to explore how the Expanded Universe shaped their fandom. We're really excited that the books are finally tackling the romance genre with Ashley Poston's Eyes Like Stars! Plus Leia and Rey's relationship as mentor to apprentice will be explored in Star Wars: Legacy, announced at New York Comic-Con. In news: Prequel Trilogy actresses Keira Knightly and Rose Byrne hint they would be down for more Star Wars in their future. Amy Adams joins Star Wars: Starfighter (in production). GamesRadar reports Bryce Dallas Howard would like to do more Star Wars, now that she's directed more episodes than anyone else. The Bear's Jeremy Allen White discusses his role in The Mandalorian and Grogu with Good Morning America. Listen to our episode on the FIVE WOMEN OF ANDOR here. Related Star Wars: Visions Volume 3 Trailer The Mandalorian and Grogu Trailer NYCC Star Wars Books Announcement at Star Wars.com Lucas Museum of Narrative Art Full SDCC Panel from Skywalking Through Neverland Barbara Hambly Interview from Skywalking Through Neverland Dark Universe and Halloween Horror Nights episode from Skywalking Through Neverland Hyperspace Theories: One Year Later discussing ANDOR's Season 2 Episodes 1 – 3 Hyperspace Theories: Bad Luck Ghorman discussion of propaganda and oppression in ANDOR Season 2 Hyperspace Theories: Point of View in Storytelling as utilized in ANDOR Season 2 Hyperspace Theories: K-Pop Demon Hunters: an exploration of evolving myth and the movie's parallels to themes in Star Wars Social Media UPDATED Fangirls Going Rogue Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

On the heels of San Diego Comic-Con, host Sarah Woloski shares her favorite convention moments from hosting the Star Wars Trivia panel to the Star Trek panel in Hall H. Tricia Barr gets everyone caught up on the recent Star Wars news, including 14 Emmy nominations for Andor and the new Bad Batch novel, Sanctuary. Our main discussion focuses on the new Marvel movie Fantastic Four: First Steps, which continues themes of family and motherhood that were featured in favorites WandaVision and Agatha All Along. Listen to last month's episode on the FIVE WOMEN OF ANDOR here. Related 50th Anniversary Theatrical Release of Star Wars: A New Hope Michael Giacchino Interview from Marvel.com Hyperspace Theories ANDOR Point of View Lucas Museum of Narrative Art Full SDCC Panel from Skywalking Through Neverland ANDOR composer Brandon Roberts Interview from Skywalking Through Neverland SKELETON CREW composer Mich Giacchino Interview from Skywalking Through Neverland AGATHA ALL ALONG Co-Composer Michael Paraskevas Interview from Skywalking Through Neverland Hyperspace Theories: One Year Later discussing ANDOR's Season 2 Episodes 1 - 3 Social Media UPDATED Fangirls Going Rogue Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

ANDOR is over, but the conversation about this show's impact and resonance has just begun. Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski continue our conversation from last month, sharing our thoughts on this incredible show. Our main discussion considers Tony Gilroy's comments from the final ANDOR: Declassified Episode, in which he states "The five women at the end of the show are what the show is about. It's the victory, it's the pain, it's the life that these five women had that gives the show it's dramatic punch at the end." Who are these women and how are they impactful in the show? LISTEN TO LAST MONTH'S DISCUSSION OF ANDOR SEASON 2'S FIRST HALF HERE Related Andor Season 2 review Skywalking Through Neverland ANDOR Finale Breakdown with Christopher Sean Who's the Bossk with Skywalking Through Neverland on ANDOR's Season 2 Episodes 7 – 9 Hyperspace Theories: One Year Later discussing ANDOR's Season 2 Episodes 1 – 3 Social Media UPDATED Fangirls Going Rogue Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

On May 4, a new Star Wars animated show, Tales of the Underworld, will debut on Disney+. Fangirls Going Rogue had a chance to sit down with voice actress Nika Futterman, who portrays Asajj Ventress. Joining us on this roundtable were Sarah and Richard Woloski on behalf of Skywalking Through Neverland, George from Star Wars Holocron, Bryan Young from Full of Sith, Alex Damon from Star Wars Expalain, Charlotte Errity from Skytalkers, and William Devereux from Ion Cannon podcast. From Disney: From creator Dave Filoni comes "Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld," an all-new anthology series of animated shorts which will premiere May 4, 2025, exclusively on Disney+. The popular series, which began in 2022 with "Tales of the Jedi" and continued in 2024 with "Tales of the Empire," this time focuses on the criminal underbelly of the Star Wars galaxy through the experiences of two iconic villains. Former assassin and bounty hunter Asajj Ventress is given a new chance at life and must go on the run with an unexpected new ally, while outlaw Cad Bane faces his past when he confronts an old friend, now a Marshal on the opposite side of the law. Produced by Lucasfilm Animation, "Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld" is executive produced by Dave Filoni, Athena Yvette Portillo, and Carrie Beck. Dave Filoni is supervising director, Josh Rimes is co-executive producer, Alex Spotswood is the senior producer, and Matt Michnovetz is the writer. "Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld" stars Nika Futterman, Corey Burton, Artt Butler, Lane Factor, AJ LoCascio, Clare Grant, Dawn-Lyen Gardner, and Eric Lopez. Check out our latest podcast recapping Star Wars Celebration and Andor Season 2, Episodes 1 – 6. Social Media Fangirls Going Rogue Twitter | Instagram Tricia Barr Twitter | Instagram Sarah Woloski Twitter | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

Tricia Barr and Sarah Woloski kick off the latest episode discussing some of our favorite things from the first 6 episodes of ANDOR, out now on Disney+. We explore the costume and production design, which really add to the characterizations. Mothers are another topic we've pondered over the years; it's nice to see mothers of all kinds in the show. Plus, there are our Twin Flames, Dedra and Syril. We have thoughts... Our main discussion dives into our experiences with Star Wars Celebration Japan, plus some insight into Tokyo Disney from Tricia's perspective. Related Andor Season 2 review Skywalking Through Neverland ANDOR S2, Ep 1 -3, Dinner Party from Hell Skywalking Through Neverland Celebration Japan Highlights with BJ Priester Hyperspace Theories: Live at Star Wars Celebration Japan Social Media UPDATED Fangirls Going Rogue Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!

Season of the Force is upon us. Sarah Woloski, Tricia Barr and special guest BJ Priester share insights into Disneyland's seasonal overlay that includes special merchandise, food, drinks, and a fancy projection show in Galaxy's Edge. We offer tips and tricks to make the most of the Season of the Force and speak to Matt Martin from Lucasfilm and Mike Serna from Disney Live Events. Check out our social media reactions on opening day, March 28th. Be sure to check out our reactions to the Andor trailer here. Related Season of the Force Food and Beverage recommendations A look at Ashley Eckstein's Season of the Force apparel line Season of the Force at Disneyland Skywalking Through Neverland Ep 509: Season of the Force Skywalking Through Neverland Behind the Scenes Interviews for Season of the Force Social Media UPDATED Fangirls Going Rogue Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Tricia Barr Blue Sky | Threads | Instagram Sarah Woloski Threads | Instagram Facebook Public | Private You must answer the 3 questions to join the Private Facebook group!