Episodes

Feb. 24, 2023

Gonky’s Big Break (The Bad Batch S2 7-10)

And now our GonkyWatch has ended! Brian and Matt continue to discuss S2 of Star Wars: The Bad Batch, going in on eps 7-10. There’s also Mando prep, book news, and… Picard? Engage! Support the show Follow us at Return of the P...

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Feb. 18, 2023

What Does ‘Many Boats’ Mean?

Brian explains how ‘Many Boats’ started and what it means. Music Credit: Deep Space by Prod. Riddiman Support the show Follow us at Return of the Pod !

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Feb. 7, 2023

The Plans of Trees (The Bad Batch S2 1-6)

Zeffooorget about it! Return of the Pod is back to get at the first six episodes of Season 2 of Star Wars: The Bad Batch. Join Caitlin, Matt, and Brian as they talk Riot Racing, tomb raiding, tree communion, Rampart, and more...

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Dec. 19, 2022

The Captain's Corner Spotchka Nights Life Day Spectacular

LIVE from Starbinger Base...It’s The Captain’s Corner Spotchka Nights Life Day Spectacular!* Celebrate the holiday season by joining our Starbinger heroes for a look back at their favorite Star Wars, TV, Movies, Star Trek, MC...

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Dec. 1, 2022

Wasn’t It Great? (Andor 1.12)

It was the funeral that she would have wanted! Toss a brick as Brian, Caitlin, and Matt discuss Ep 12 of Andor, dispel the myth of Minch Yoda, and have more Star Wars fun. Get caught up in it! Support the show Follow us at Re...

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Nov. 19, 2022

Fiona Brick (Andor 1.11)

Huff and puff and blow some ethical Star Wars dilemmas into existence with Saw! Caitlin, Matt, and Brian are going hard at Episode 11 of Andor, and it’s Hug City in a brick box. It is an episode that is just as EXTREME as Lut...

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Nov. 12, 2022

Failure to Comply (Andor 1.10)

Reunited! Brian, Caitlin, and Matt are all present, and the explosive Ep 10 of Andor is on the table! They also get into The Acolyte news and so much more. The floors are cold, and there’s one way out! Support the show Follow...

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Nov. 5, 2022

Never More Than Twelve (Andor 1.9)

One back, but one missing again! Caitlin is out but Brian is back… thankfully Matt is still holding strong. He and Brian discuss Ep 9 of Andor and catch up on Tales of the Jedi. Andy Serkis, Eedy Karn, no waiting! Support the...

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Oct. 28, 2022

Untitled Matt and Caitlin Episode (Andor 1.8)

SQUIGS! Really hot floors! Brian is off this week but fear not, Matt and Caitlin are here to break down Andor ep 8! They also tease Star Wars Tales of the Jedi, new Star Wars movie news and possibly a Game of Thrones House o...

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Oct. 21, 2022

Thesis Please (Andor 1.7)

By the light of Uncle Harlo! Caitlin, Matt, and Brian are back to discuss Andor Ep 7. They also engage in some Star Wars antics, endure a very unwelcome guest, talk Halloween, the MCU, and more. Get caught up in it! Support t...

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Oct. 15, 2022

Celestial Spectacle (Andor 1.6)

Hit them in the pocketbook! Brian, Caitlin, and Matt are back to discuss and celebrate Andor Ep 6 and to discuss some Star Wars book news. They also dive deep into the mailbag, fulfill promises, shatter hearts, and talk about...

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Oct. 7, 2022

The Tree Remembers (Andor 1.5)

Caitlin is out for the week, so chaos reigns! Join Matt and Brian for a discussion of Andor Ep 5 as well as another brand new segment. All of that plus Microphone Races! Support the show

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Sept. 30, 2022

Roots and Wigs (Andor 1.4)

Trust no one! Brian, Matt, and Caitlin are back to discuss Episode 4 of Andor. Join them as they discuss whether they'd rather die in the woods, or die in the sky. All of that, plus the Mysterious Mr. Mothma, and Cool Club......

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Sept. 23, 2022

The Man from Kenari (Andor 3-Episode Premiere)

He's been in this fight for how long? Return of Pod is back for Andor, and another celebratory season in Star Wars. Join Brian, Caitlin, and Matt as they discuss the first three episodes of Andor. Smut, swearing, caf, everyth...

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Sept. 21, 2022

SEASON 5 PREMIERE (9/23)

Brian, Caitlin and Matt are back for an all-new season of RETURN OF THE POD! The rebellion begins Friday, September 23rd with the 3-episode premiere of Star Wars ANDOR! Join us each week for episode breakdowns as well as ever...

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June 24, 2022

Took You Long Enough (Obi-Wan Kenobi Part 6)

Cardboard samples? Our heroes reel from the mind-blowing events of Obi-Wan Kenobi Part 6. Join Caitlin, Matt, and Brian as they go bonkers for the finale as well as the show on the whole. Also: LEGO trailers, book recommendat...

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June 17, 2022

Slow Learner (Obi-Wan Kenobi Part 5)

Patience rewards the faithful! Our heroes are jumping for Star Wars joy over Part 5 of Obi-Wan Kenobi. Join Matt, Caitlin, and Brian for a discussion of the episode and for what may go down in history as the worst Ewan McGreg...

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June 10, 2022

New Ways To Motivate (Obi-Wan Kenobi Part 4)

A growing light! It’s not all doom and Star Wars gloom for Ben Kenobi. Our heroes join him on his quest to find new ways to motivate in Part 4 of Obi-Wan Kenobi. Join Matt, Caitlin, and Brian for a discussion on poor security...

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June 3, 2022

You Should Not Have Come Back (Obi-Wan Kenobi Part 3)

Vader returns! Our heroes tremble at the return of the Dark Lord of the Sith in Part 3 of Obi-Wan Kenobi. Join Matt, Caitlin, and Brian for a discussion of the latest episode and more. Support the show

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June 1, 2022

There Is No Escape (Obi-Wan Kenobi Parts 1 and 2)

He’s back, and he’s dead inside! Our heroes are discussing the wonders of Obi-Wan Kenobi, Part 1 and Part 2. Join Matt Caitlin, and Brian as they go all out for the new series, and then get into all of the major reveals from...

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June 1, 2022

RETURN OF THE POD - SEASON 4 PREMIERE (6/1)

Hello there! Your Starbinger heroes are back for OBI-WAN KENOBI Join Brian, Caitlin and Matt each week for episode breakdowns as well as everything else happening in the galaxy far, far away. The adventure begins with our SEA...

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May 6, 2022

The Fourth Surrounds Us (Obi-Wan Kenobi Previews/News Roundup)

May the Fourth madness! Matt, Caitlin, and Brian celebrate the day, talk about the Obi-Wan Kenobi trailers, and get caught up on everything that’s happened since they’ve been away. They also get into the very real fact that O...

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Feb. 11, 2022

The Spotchka Birthday (The Book of Boba Fett 1.7)

A season finale, a Kenobi date, and Matt’s birthday? It’s time for our heroes to have a special edition of Spotchka Nights. Join Matt, Caitlin, and Brian as they discuss the Season 1 finale of The Book of Boba Fett, go throug...

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Feb. 4, 2022

Old Friend of the Family (The Book of Boba Fett 1.6)

Fire everything! Our heroes can barely handle Chapter 6 of The Book of Boba Fett, but they will do their best to get it under control. Join Brian, Caitlin, and Matt as they discuss the landmark episode and continue their dese...

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