Ranking the Films – TWL #17
In this episode, Karl and Jason are once again joined by Chris “Hothiceplanet” Smith of the Sarlacc Pit as he discusses his Kickstart project where he is trying to publish his very own Star Wars Trivia...
View ArticleSWR Staff United: Why We Love Star Wars
Disney bought Star Wars, Disney bought Star Wars…those are the words that have been rippling through not only the Star Wars community but the Disney community as well. Fans have been tested as to what...
View ArticleEW Screening Return of the Jedi on May 4th
This news comes strait from the official site. May the 4th is fast approaching, as is the landmark 30th anniversary of Star Wars: Episode VI Return of the Jedi. Thanks to Entertainment Weekly‘s...
View ArticleSet Designs in the OT- TWL #63
Join Karl and Jason as they discuss the many incredible set designs of the OT which help to bring these classic films to life. From Ben Kenobi’s cozy hovel on Tatoonie to the swamps of Dagohbah and the...
View ArticleI’m Nice Men- TWL #65
Join Karl and Jason in their latest episode as they discuss and analyze everyone’s favorite smuggler and scoundrel: Han Solo! From his cocky, egotistical beginnings in A New Hope to his sacrificial...
View ArticleStar Wars On Rewind- TWL #72
In their latest episode, Karl and Jason sit down to talk about those scenes in the Star Wars saga that they find themselves most likely to rewind and rewatch. From iconic scenes like the Duel of the...
View ArticleQuotes To Live By- TWL #73
In their latest episode, Karl and Jason sit down to discuss some of their favorite quotes which hold some influence over their own lives. Things start of light-hearted with some Episode VII rumors but...
View ArticleEwok Love is Everywhere
I can remember a time when the Ewoks were a species that no on really liked in Star Wars fandom. However, these days it seems that to find someone who does not like the Ewoks is rather difficult. I...
View ArticlePaint Me A Story- TWL #79
Join Karl and Jason as they discuss their most epic matchup yet with brief special guest, and good friend, Joe Hogan. Jason and Karl then go on to discuss their favorite still scenes in the Star Wars...
View ArticleThe Good, The Bad, The Ugly- TWL #81
In their latest episode, Karl and Jason finish their discussion of the “This Is Madness” tournament and then go into the good, the bad, and the ugly of each of the Star Wars films. To finish it off,...
View ArticleWhy Hayden Christensen Should be in ROTJ
The following is piece by Jason Hunt of the Wampa’s Lair Podcast. Hayden Christensen should be the Force ghost of Anakin Skywalker at the end of Return of the Jedi. Now before anyone jumps on me for...
View ArticleThe Wampa’s Lair And You- TWL #101
In their latest episode, Karl and Jason finish off your kind Lairian congratulations from episode 100 as well as respond to several of the Lairian Inquiries that were given to them for the last episode...
View ArticleBefore & After the Special Editions: Han and Greedo (Part 2)
Before & After the Special Editions: Han and Greedo (Part 2) Stuart Tullis Last week, I proposed that the exchanged blaster shots between Han and Greedo as seen in the Special Edition essentially...
View ArticleSomeone Who Loves You- TWL #115
In their latest episode, Karl and Jason discuss some of their favorite elements of Return of the Jedi! From their favorite character to favorite songs, they hit on some key topics of what they love...
View ArticleYour Worshipfullness- TWL #124
In their latest episode, Karl and Jason delve into the character of everyone’s favorite Disney princess: Princess Leia Organa! They look at her character development through the films and go off on...
View ArticleQuotable Solo- TWL #131
Karl is joined by special guest co-host Joe Hogan again as they discuss their Top 5 Han Solo quotes! Grab some Corellian ale and enjoy some of these epic lines from everyone’s favorite scruffy...
View ArticleUnderrated Moments- TWL #146
Karl and Jason discuss their most underrated scenes in each of the six films! From awkward PT romance, to intense and ignored emotions in the OT, your hosts delve into those scenes that just don’t get...
View ArticleTop 5 Anakin Moments- TWL #149
Karl and Jason are joined by special guest Chris Smith of the Sarlacc Pit Podcast as they hit on the news about the saga films continuing the Skywalker story, the rumors about Hayden Christenson’s...
View ArticleReturn of the Jedi Commentary- TWL #159
Karl and Jason complete their Journey to The Force Awakens audio commentary series with Episode VI: Return of the Jedi! Email: WampasLairPodcast@gmail.com Facebook:...
View ArticleTop 5 Luke Moments- TWL #178
Karl and Jason discuss their Top 5 Luke Skywalker moments! From his amazing trench run in ANH to his climactic duel with Darth Vader in ROTJ, all sorts of great moments are covered in this episode! The...
View ArticleMusical Finales Pt.2- TWL #183
Karl and Jason wrap up their discussion about the closing tracks from the Star Wars saga with the Original Trilogy closing tracks and of course, The Force Awakens! The Wampa’s Lair podcast is available...
View ArticleBalance of the Force: Harmony
Balance of the Force: Harmony shazbazzar “May the Force be with you.” Nearly forty years ago, movie-goers emerged from theaters with the phrase in their minds and on their lips. For decades, it has...
View ArticleReturn of the Jedi: Act I- TWL #196
Karl and Jason discuss Act I of ROTJ from the opening crawl to the battle over the Sarlacc Pit! The Wampa’s Lair podcast is available on iTunes! Be sure to subscribe, rate and review! Email:...
View ArticleStar Wars Bound in Gold
Star Wars Bound in Gold Little Golden Books Cover Star Wars —shazbazzar Every childhood library must have a section of books with gold-foil binding marking their collection of Little Golden Books....
View ArticleCopilots For Life- TWL #197
Karl and Jason discuss their Top 5 Han and Chewie Moments from the saga; those moments where our favorite scoundrel and his best co-pilot and friend share key intimate and hilarious interactions! The...
View ArticleA Dark And Light Invitation- TWL
In this miniepisode, Karl breaks down the difference between an invitation from the Dark Side, as seen in Vader’s call to Luke in The Empire Strikes Back, and an invitation from the Light Side, as seen...
View ArticlePlanet Telling Pt.2- TWL #221
We continue our exploration of the Star Wars planets and their use as storytelling elements! We finish up by exploring the planets of the Original Trilogy like Tatoonie, Hoth, Dabogbah, Endor, and...
View ArticleSkywalker Tales- TWL Special
Check out this first mini-episode from Karl about the mythical themes about Luke’s message and battle with Jabba in Return of the Jedi! The Wampa’s Lair podcast is available on iTunes! Be sure to...
View ArticleIt’s All Connected? – SWR #293
Is Captain Rex officially in ROTJ? John Boyega talks The Last Jedi and Carrie Fisher! There’s a new writer for Episode IX. Riley Blanton and Bruce Gibson talk about their Boba’s Bounty and much...
View ArticleTop 5 Musical Impacts- TWL #248
We break down our top 5 moments in Star Wars that are special to us due to the music in the scene. These scenes themselves would not be the same without the music that makes them incredibly impactful!...
View ArticleReturn of the Jedi: Act II- TWL #249
We break down Act II of Return of the Jedi! From the Emperor’s arrival on the Death Star to Luke confronting his father on Endor, we break down these heavy scenes with depth and excitement! The Wampa’s...
View ArticleNo Force for Me: 3 Famous Directors who Turned Down Return of the Jedi
It is a well-known fact that British actor Sir Alec Guinness hated the role of Obi-Van Kenobi in the original Star Wars trilogy – so much so that he insisted for the character to die in Episode IV. The...
View ArticleThrone Room Duels- TWL #274
Every trilogy has so far has a climactic duel within a throne room that decides the destiny of one of our main characters. We look at the duel between Anakin and Dooku in ROTS, the Luke and Vader duel...
View ArticleTop 5 Fight Scenes- TWL #291
Back at it with another fun Top 5 list, this time discussing our favorite fight scenes (non-lightsaber duels) in the saga! From the rumble in the rain, to the fight beneath the Falcon on Kessel, we hit...
View ArticleWhat Is A Hero- TWL #307
Karl and Katie discuss what goes into making a Hero and some key moments of heroism in the Star Wars saga. The Wampa’s Lair podcast is available on iTunes! Be sure to subscribe, rate and review! Email:...
View ArticleThe Jedi Have Returned- TWL #356
We continue our journey to The Rise of Skywalker by diving into Episode VI: Return of the Jedi! Looking more at the power and importance of compassion in this part of our saga, we look at its...
View ArticleSaving What We Love Pt.2- TWL #369
We complete our personal rankings of the Star Wars films by once again focusing on a major theme, a favorite moment, a character we identify with, and a fun story attached to our favorite Star Wars...
View ArticleTop 5 Tense Moments- TWL #427
Bringing you another classic Top 5 episode, this time looking at some of our favorite tense moments across the Star Wars saga! From Jango and Obi-Wan’s first meeting on Kamino to the intense trench run...
View ArticleTop OT Moments Pt. 1- TWL #433
Journeying back to the trilogy that began it all, we begin a look at our Top 10 Moments from the Original Trilogy! In this first part, we tackle our numbers 10-6 across the classic trilogy, a list we...
View ArticleTop OT Moments Pt.2- TWL #434
We finish off our Top 10 Moments from the Original Trilogy by looking at our 5 favorite moments from the trilogy that started it all! From the iconic “I am a Jedi” scene in ROTJ to some beloved,...
View ArticleLegendary Luke Skywalker- TWL #435
Possibly the most influential character in modern mythology, Luke Skywalker has meant and continues to mean so much to Star Wars fans. This week, Karl is joined by Greg Cass @eyeoncanon to discuss the...
View ArticleTop 3 Big 3- TWL #439
Kicking off our 10 Years of podcasting by looking at our Top 3 Moments with the Big 3 of Han, Luke, and Leia! Their friendship and adventures together across the original trilogy brought them close to...
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