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The Smuggler's Dispatch - A Star Wars Fan Podcast

The Smuggler's Dispatch - A Star Wars Fan Podcast

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Join our hosts Mikel Howarth and Alex Stewart as they traverse the Star Wars galaxy aboard the Raven V, a heavily modified transport vessel, helmed by their repurposed battle droid, C-B7. Our fearless hosts will spend each episode focusing on a single topic within the Star Wars universe. Be it In-Universe (Lightsabers, Sith Lords, Psychometry, etc.) or Out (George Lucas, Dave Filoni's cowboy hat, ILM, The Hero's Journey, etc.), Alex and Mikel approach the topics with a positive, fun, and thoughtful approach, all while trying to avoid Imperial notice. Along their journey through the galaxy they'll run into their fair share of friends, outlaws, and the occasional Imperial Blockade. So, tune in and be prepared for the wildest ride in the galaxy!

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Episodes
  • Episode 32: The Death Star

    Episode 32: The Death Star
    Apr 11 2024

    After a narrow escape on the swamp planet Dagobah, the crew finds a link to one of the most dangerous weapons ever created in the galaxy - The Death Star.

    Join Al, Mikel, and CB as they dive into every trench, thermal exhaust port, and superglued panel on the iconic battle station. Digging into the behind the scenes creation and iteration, all the way to answering age old questions like "why does the Death Star even have a trash compactor??" and "What does power its planet destroying laser??" We hope you grab your flight suit, hop in your X-Wing and come join us on board as we explore Moff Jerjerrod's pride and joy!

    Skit: 00:00:00 - 00:04:15

    Find Us Online:
    Website: www.smugglersdispatch.com
    Instagram: @smugglersdispatch
    YouTube: Smuggler's Dispatch

    Production Credits
    Written By: Mikel Howarth & Alex Stewart
    Produced By: Mikel Howarth
    Directed By: Mikel Howarth and Alex Stewart

    Music Credits



    • "Arcadia" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Episode 31: Yoda: A True Jedi Master

    Episode 31: Yoda: A True Jedi Master
    Feb 11 2024

    After a rough landing in the swamplands of Dagobah, the crew of the Raven find themselves uncovering the abode of a great Jedi, and Al and Mikel can't help but share the history and mystery of master Yoda himself!

    Join us as we cover every nook, crannie and wrinkle on the old puppet, from his inception and design, to the incredible performance by Frank Oz, and even a bit about his unique history and a couple of other similar beings in the Star Wars universe that were inspired by the old green force-weilder!

    Skit: 00:00:00 - 00:02:45

    Find Us Online:
    Website: www.smugglersdispatch.com
    Instagram: @smugglersdispatch
    YouTube: Smuggler's Dispatch

    Production Credits
    Written By: Mikel Howarth & Alex Stewart
    Produced By: Mikel Howarth
    Directed By: Mikel Howarth and Alex Stewart

    Music Credits

    "Mighty & Meek" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
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    1 hr and 7 mins
  • Episode 30: The Legacy of Life Day

    Episode 30: The Legacy of Life Day
    Jan 20 2024

    Grab a Wookie Cookie and join Al and Mikel on a special holiday voyage to explore the enduring influence Life Day has had on the Star Wars universe! From Chewbacca's family to the Mandalorian's amban rifle, to LEGO, its fingerprints are everywhere.


    Skit

    00:00:00 - 00:03:51


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    Maya!


    Find Us Online:

    Website: www.smugglersdispatch.com

    Instagram: @smugglersdispatch

    YouTube: Smuggler's Dispatch


    Production Credits

    Written By: Mikel Howarth & Alex Stewart

    Produced By: Mikel Howarth

    Directed By: Mikel Howarth and Alex Stewart
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    1 hr and 59 mins
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Two guys and a droid talk about what makes star wars great, some deep cuts with lore, and defunct midwestern buffet chains all in a cool in-universe setting that makes listens fun.

Fun for any Star Wars fan!

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