Skywalking Through Neverland: A Star Wars / Disney Podcast

STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI Global Press Conference took place on Sunday, December 3rd in Downtown Los Angeles, CA, and we were Skywalking all the way through, grabbing the best audio straight from their mixer. It was an amazing event, with the entire main cast in attendance. Here is the illustrious list: Director Rian Johnson Mark Hamill (“Luke Skywalker”) Daisy Ridley (“Rey”) John Boyega (“Finn”) Oscar Isaac (“Poe Dameron”) Adam Driver (“Kylo Ren”) Gwendoline Christie (“Captain Phasma”) Domhnall Gleeson (“General Hux”) Andy Serkis (“Supreme Leader Snoke”) Laura Dern (“Vice Admiral Amilyn Holdo”) Kelly Marie Tran (“Rose Tico”) You may hear Richard Woloski ask a great question, as well as James Burns (JediNews). Please listen to our crossover episode with JediNews where we break down our favorite moments from the Press Conference, and explain all the other booths and events around the conference itself.  CONTACT US Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod Faceboo

Want to hear rare Star Wars Original Trilogy behind-the-scenes stories from people who were there at Lucasfilm? Over the past weekend we attended LOSCON 44 (LA’s longest-running sci-fi convention) and were able to record Craig Miller’s ‘Making Star Wars’ panel. Craig was the Lucasfilm Head of Fan Relations & Publicity, and he brought together Star Wars veterans Miki Herman (Assistant to George Lucas / Executive Producer), Chris Casady (Miniature effects unit), Doug Barnett (Miniature effects unit) and Mark Marshall (Production) to share their amazing stories. To see pictures and video from the entire LOSCON weekend, head over to Fantha Tracks. That’s it for this week as we prepare for the crazy STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI media blitz coming fast and furious starting December 2nd. We will be attending several Press Events and bringing our trusty audio and video recorders with us, so we can share everything with you. Stay tuned, Skywalkers! WHERE WE WILL BE (IN REAL LIFE) 12/7/17-12/14/17: The Last Jedi with L

This year we celebrate a day of peace, a day of harmony and a day of Thanksgiving with Star Wars Holiday Special camera operator, Larry Heider! He worked on the set with Mark Hamill, Carrie Fisher, Harrison Ford, Bea Arthur, Art Carney, Harvey Korman and Diahann Carroll, and Wookiees! The stories he tells will blow your mind. Over his almost 50-year career, Heider has also worked on Disney Parks Specials, Music Awards Shows and 4 seasons of Dancing With The Stars. We are so excited to share our discussion with you. Also on this episode: Star Tours introduces the planet Crait from STAR WARS: THE LAST JEDI, along with several other updates. We experienced the new changes on opening day, 11/17, and share our experience. Eric Warren shares his kids, Sophia and Adrian, first reactions to the Star Wars Holiday Special. Secret Keeper Eliza Peralta joins Rob Dehlinger in a special rendition of the Life Day Song. WHERE WE WILL BE (IN REAL LIFE) 11/24-11/26: LosCon 44 in Los Angeles, CA. Details Here 12/30/17: The La

Ever wonder what it’s like to soar over Sleeping Beauty Castle while fireworks boom all around you? To be the symbol of Disneyland’s magic gliding across the sky? Gina Rock IS Tinker Bell. Specifically the longest flying Tinker Bell in Disneyland history, from 1983-2005. We are delighted to welcome her as our guest, and her stories are almost unbelievable. Hold on, was she the first...Jedi Tink?? **gasp** Bob Iger has announced a new Star Wars trilogy helmed by Rian Johnson and a live action Star Wars TV Show!! We record our reactions live as Skywalkers weigh in with their comments. When and where could these new Star Wars creations be set? Let's discuss. Also on this episode: Skywalker Shout-outs and Skywalker of the Week Disneyland After Dark Ticketed Event on January 18, 2018 NEW Porg BB-8 Mickey Ears Button and T-shirt Design WHERE WE WILL BE (IN REAL LIFE) 11/24-11/26: LosCon 44 in Los Angeles, CA. Details Here 12/30/17: The Last Jedi screening at Jordan's Furniture IMAX near Boston, MA. Details Here S

The annual Rancho Obi-Wan Gala in Petaluma, CA is a wonderful chance to wine, dine and see some amazing Star Wars collectibles. It’s also a great place to meet like-minded Skywalkers! This episode includes a huge roundtable discussion on the ROWGala that we recorded at Imagination Park in San Anselmo (donated by George Lucas in 2013). Roundtable Skywalkers: Brian Sims Martin Keeler (Fantha Tracks) Donald and Roxanne Wicks (Rebel Legion Endor Base) James Burns (Jedi News) Mark Newbold (Fantha Tracks) Margaret Mays Traci Degerman Glenn Stein and his brother Adam Also on this episode: Recap of our trip and tour of Lucasfilm Star Wars: Secrets of the Empire VR Experience opening in Downtown Disney Pixar Fest at Disneyland Resort in April 2018 Tribute to John Mollo, Costume Designer of Star Wars: A New Hope and The Empire Strikes Back. WHERE WE WILL BE (IN REAL LIFE) 11/4/17: Rancho Obi-Wan's Gala in Petaluma, CA. Details Here 11/24-11/26: LosCon 44 in Los Angeles, CA. Details Here 12/30/17: The Last Jedi scre

Happy Halloween, Skywalkers!! What better way to celebrate than talking with two people from the Ben Cooper Co. who brought you years of joy as kids?? This episode features our amazing discussion with Ira Cooper, the nephew of Ben Cooper; and Frank Romano, costume artist for the Ben Cooper Co. for over 30 years. If you wore a Ben Cooper costume when you were a kid, this will be a very special episode for you. But even if you didn’t, it will be blast to hear about the first commercially available costumes for kids and the infancy of cosplay! Also on this episode: C-3PO shares his Halloween Safety Tips! Skywalker Shout-Outs WHERE WE WILL BE (IN REAL LIFE) 11/4/17: Rancho Obi-Wan's Gala in Petaluma, CA. Details Here 11/24-11/26: LosCon 44 in Los Angeles, CA. Details Here 12/30/17: The Last Jedi screening at Jordan's Furniture IMAX near Boston, MA. Details Here SUPPORT THE SHOW Skywalking Through Neverland T-Shirts at TeePublic! Check them out HERE. CONTACT US Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod Twitt

What better way to watch the first three episodes of Season 4’s Star Wars Rebels than at Lucasfilm?? Skywalkers Donald Wicks (Base Commander, Rebel Legion - Endor Base) and Joey Pittman (Disney Universe Podcast) did just that, and tell us all about the experience. We also recap Episodes 1 & 2 - the Heroes of Mandalore arc. From stand-out moments to horrifying revelations, we cover it all. Heroes of Mandalore Synopsis: Sabine leads a mission to free her father, but finds that the weapon she was forced to build which is capable of destroying her people is now being used by the Empire. With the help of Clone Wars fan-favorite, Bo-Katan, she sets out to destroy the weapon once and for all. Solo: A Star Wars Story. What do we think of this name? Why did it take so long to be revealed? We discuss, and take into account your thoughts from our Facebook Group post. WHERE WE WILL BE (IN REAL LIFE) 11/4/17: Rancho Obi-Wan's Gala in Petaluma, CA. Details Here 11/24-11/26: LosCon 44 in Los Angeles, CA. Details Here 12

Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics is back from our Summer Hiatus! In this episode Richard, Sarah and Star Wars artist, Randy Martinez cover issue #15 - Star Duel! - where there are no pants in space. Title: "STAR DUEL" Release Date: May 23, 1978 Writer: Archie Goodwin Artwork: Carmine Infantino, Terry Austin Coloring: Janice Cohen Cover Art: Carmine Infantino, Terry Austin Synopsis: Crimson Jack's battlecruiser is fully operational and waiting for Han Solo and the Millennium Falcon to exact his revenge. Now Han has to make a deal that will exchange Jack’s navigational charts which were secretly downloaded by Chewbacca, with parts on Jack’s cruiser that will enable a safe getaway for his crew which includes Luke, Leia, Chewie and the droids. How will this hand-off go down between two space pirates? With so much Star Wars content coming out these days, did you ever think that maybe some designs and locations were inspired by these comics? Over the last 14 episodes Sarah and Randy laughed at Richard every time he

Forces of Destiny writer Jennifer Muro joins us to discuss the new half hour Disney XD Special, and tease us with bits about the next one coming on October 29th. We also talk about the amazing Forces of Destiny adventure dolls, and how we would have played with them when we were kids. It’s a hoppin’ discussion, and hoojibs may pop in as we bounce around potential ideas for new episodes. Star Wars: The Last Jedi Trailer has aired, tickets are on sale and LiningUp.net has a line in place for the first showing at TCL Chinese Theatre IMAX! Ric Peralta gives us the LiningUp details. Then he and his daughter, Eliza, along with Skywalker Brian Sims (Photographer / Star Wars Insider) share their thoughts and reactions to The Last Jedi Trailer. The crystal fox! More porgs! Raw, untamed power! Also on this episode: Pump Up the Fandom - Rebecca Weitbrock NEW Meet-Up - 12/30/17 The Last Jedi screening at Jordan's Furniture IMAX near Boston, MA. WHERE WE WILL BE (IN REAL LIFE) 11/4/17: Rancho Obi-Wan's Gala in Petaluma,

Sarah flew up to Seattle, WA to attend GeekGirlCon this past weekend with her Fangirls Going Rogue friends Tricia Barr and Teresa Delgado. She recaps her trip, the panels and the film shoot with the Star Wars documentary, Looking For Leia. What can Cons and Star Wars Celebrations learn from GeekGirlCon? Turns out, a lot! MINI-SERIES CONTINUED: Jocasta Drew (Drew Kaplan of StarWarsMaven.info) and Nitzan Harel join us as we wrap up our breakdown of the Clone Wars Micro Series. Season 3 of this Genndy Tartakovsky series leads immediately into Star Wars Episode III: Revenge of the Sith. Let’s dust off this oldie, but goodie. Also on this episode: Pump up the Fandom with Russell Flores Things We Want To Share: LosCon 2017 - we will be attending and hosting two panels! Skywalker Shout-Outs and Skywalker of the Week WHERE WE WILL BE (IN REAL LIFE) 11/4/17: Rancho Obi-Wan's Gala in Petaluma, CA. Details Here 11/24-11/26: LosCon 44 in Los Angeles, CA. Details Here SUPPORT THE SHOW Skywalking Through Neverland T-Shir

Our podcast is 4 years old! To celebrate, we bring you aboard the Disney Wonder to discuss our Halloween on the High Seas podcast cruise with a dozen Skywalkers! During the cruise, we sat down to discuss the high points with Randy Crane (Stories of the Magic), Chickaphant and Chickaphant’s parents, Michelle and Michael, Lance and Debbie Dobersek, Dave Skale, Peter & Norma Heitman and a special guest that may or may not have had some behind-the-scenes info to dish. We asked YOU to share your thoughts and memories of Skywalking Through Neverland over the past 4 years, so your voices and well-wishes are sprinkled throughout the episode. The overall consensus? Family. We wouldn’t trade it for anything. Thank you. WHERE WE WILL BE (IN REAL LIFE) 9/27/17: Skywalking to Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland! Details Here SUPPORT THE SHOW Skywalking Through Neverland T-Shirts at TeePublic! Check them out HERE. CONTACT US Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPod Fac

This episode features Colin Cantwell, original designer and model maker on Star Wars 1975-1977! How did he come up with the X-Wing design? What did the original Millennium Falcon look like? Why is there a Death Star trench? He answers these questions, plus tells us about his time at NASA during the moon landings and so much more. In a word: Incredible.   BB-8 On The Run is a beautifully illustrated book released by Disney-Lucasfilm Press on Force Friday. Written by Drew Daywalt and illustrated by Matt Myers, it is a perfect bedtime story. Jocasta Drew Kaplan and his 2 daughters drop by to review the tale with us. Also on this episode: Pump Up the Fandom - Donald Wicks shares his fandom moment Hurricane Irma Thoughts and Prayers Skywalker Shout-Outs and Skywalker of the Week Star Wars: Episode IX - J.J. Abrams announced as the new Director / Release Date pushed to 12/20/19 - we share our thoughts and the thoughts of our fellow Skywalkers. In Memoriam: Disney Legend and Imagineer X Atencio WHERE WE WILL BE (I

Force Friday II is upon us! We spent the midnight madness with James Burns (JediNews), Tricia Barr (FanGIRL Blog / Fangirls Going Rogue) and BJ Priester (FanGIRL Blog / Hyperspace Theories) and recorded our adventure as it happened, from Toys R Us to The World of Disney Store! (CAUTION: MAY CONTAIN PORGS) John Williams LIVE at the Hollywood Bowl! It just so happened that Force Friday II included a HUGE Skywalker Meet-up at the Hollywood Bowl, and John Williams conducted his own music from Star Wars films, Harry Potter films, ET, Superman and more. Afterwards we recorded a roundtable with several Skywalkers. The ForceCast is back, the podcast that started it all! New hosts Daniel Berry and Ryan Donoho join us to talk about The ForceCast’s return and what to expect in the future. We also hash out the breaking news: Colin Trevorrow is out as the Director of Star Wars: Episode IX. Also on this episode: Star Wars: Rebels Season 4 Trailer Breakdown Star Wars Super Graphic Contest Winner Star Wars: Galactic Nights

Star Wars Super Graphic: A Visual Guide to a Galaxy Far Far Away blew us away with just how brilliant Star Wars in graphic form can be. So we invited Tim Leong, designer and author, on the show so he could tell us all about the making of this incredible book. And right after our discussion with Tim we’ll tell you how YOU could win a copy of this book courtesy of Chronicle Books! Joshua Shaffer, author of Discovering the Magic Kingdom: An Unofficial Disneyland Vacation Guide joins us to talk about the 2nd edition of his book, which is chock full of fun facts from the Parks, films and merchandise. WHERE WE WILL BE (IN REAL LIFE) 9/1/17: John Williams at the Hollywood Bowl! Join us from 5:30-7:00 for a picnic before the concert at Picnic Area 14. September 17-22, 2017: Skywalking HALLOWEEN ON THE HIGH SEAS Disney Cruise! 9/27/17: Skywalking to Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland! Details Here SUPPORT THE SHOW Skywalking Through Neverland T-Shirts at TeePublic! Check them out HERE. CONTACT US Instagram: http:/

It’s time to put on your thinking caps: What do YOU want an Obi-Wan Kenobi stand-alone movie to be about? We asked several Skywalkers and invited Obi-Shawn (Shawn Crosby of Kryptonradio.com) to weigh in on the show. Star Wars Book Reviews! Jocasta Drew Kaplan (Star Wars Maven) and Nitzan Harel joins us to review 99 Stormtroopers Join the Empire and Star Wars Super Graphic: A Visual Guide to a Galaxy Far Far Away from Chronicle Books. Also on this episode: Things We Want To Share Skywalker Shout-Outs and Skywalker of the Week WHERE WE WILL BE (IN REAL LIFE) 9/1/17: John Williams at the Hollywood Bowl! Join us from 5:30-7:00 for a picnic before the concert at Picnic Area 14. September 17-22, 2017: Skywalking HALLOWEEN ON THE HIGH SEAS Disney Cruise! 9/27/17: Skywalking to Mickey's Halloween Party at Disneyland! Details Here SUPPORT THE SHOW Skywalking Through Neverland T-Shirts at TeePublic! Check them out HERE. CONTACT US Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod Twitter: https://twitter.com/SkywalkingPo

We’re stepping back in time to talk PETE’S DRAGON (1977) with Anthony Fox (MousePire Podcast). Along the way we compare and contrast with 2016’s PETE’S DRAGON and marvel at what made it past the censors in the 1970’s. Several listeners wrote in with their comments and memories of the film. Fun Fact: Jim Dale (who plays Dr. Terminus) reads all the Harry Potter U.S. versions of the audio books and he is incredible. Lends new credibility to the Dr. Terminus of PETE’S DRAGON. If you’ve never seen it or haven’t watched in awhile, here’s a plot refresher: Pete is a nine-year-old orphan who escaped from his brutal adoptive parents, and now wanders the New England coast with his only friend - a cartoon dragon named Elliott. They find a new home in Passamaquoddy, Maine, and live with Nora, a lighthouse keeper, and her father, Lampie. All is not well in this little fishing town when the shady Dr. Terminus shows up and wants to cut Elliott up and sell for medicinal purposes. And non-stop hilarity ensues! STEP IN TIME: R

James Arnold Taylor (voice of Obi-Wan Kenobi, Fred Flintstone, Spider-Man, Ratchet and hundreds more) is not talking to just himself today, he’s Skywalking through Neverland with us! JAT’s YouTube Channel has been blowing up the charts with awesome shows like Clone Wars Conversations, Ask JAT & JAT Vlog, and he’s here to tell us all about them. The amazing voice actor was feeling chatty so there may just be some exciting **EXCLUSIVE REVEALS**! **read in a deep, announcery voice** Disney’s upcoming live-action feature Aladdin just got some controversial casting news: Naomi Scott is playing Jasmine, Aladdin went to Mena Massoud and Will Smith is playing the Genie. Swara Salih (Beltway Banthas Podcast) has thoughts about both Jasmine and Aladdin’s casting and how that might affect casting choices in the future. Please share your opinions about the casting in the comments. Also on this episode: Fandom Highlight from Alan R. Ryan (Ausfans Radio Network) Skywalking Shout-outs Skywalker of the Week WHERE WE WI

Mark Hamill gets an honorary street, Michael Kramer (The LEGO Star Wars: The Freemaker Adventures composer) stops by to chat and we say a fond farewell to Imagineer Marty Sklar. Skywalker and photographer Brian Sims brings us exclusive audio and his first-hand account of Mark Hamill receiving his honorary street name in San Diego on “Mark Hamill Day” - July 30, 2017. Brian was able to ask Mark Hamill a question face-to-face! We are so excited to celebrate the release of Season 2 of LEGO Star Wars: The Freemaker Adventures with a very special interview - Emmy-nominated composer Michael Kramer! Does Grabala have a leitmotif? What Easter eggs from John Williams’ original Star Wars scores will we hear in the TV show? Michael Kramer and Sarah try to sign major and minor chords - it’s just an entertaining interview. Russ Flores (author Seen, Unseen Disneyland) is back! Though this time for a sad reason - he has come to commemorate the life of Imagineer Marty Sklar. Head of Imagineering, creator and contributor of a

Star Wars Artist Tom Hodges (HodgesArt) joins us to discuss his Star Wars Land “Dream Park” concept that he illustrated for 2010’s Star Wars Celebration 5 and how that compares to the new Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge! We also talk more D23 Expo, including great coverage of the Animation and Live Action Panels as Tom is a HUGE Star Wars / Disney fan. He describes the Wreck-It Ralph 2: Ralph Breaks the Internet scene just beautifully. Russell Flores (author of Seen, Unseen Disneyland) joins us at the Expo and he updates us on his books and explains how he became the go-to guy for trending cosplayers at D23 Expo. Just as we were talking about the Big Thunder Mountain costume that won the Costume Masquerade Contest, Tina Elliot, the cosplayer who wore that costume just happened to be walking by! Check out her Instagram for costume pics. WHERE WE WILL BE (IN REAL LIFE) 9/1/17: John Williams at the Hollywood Bowl! Join us from 5:30-7:00 for a picnic before the concert at Picnic Area 14. September 17-22, 2017: Skywalkin

D23 Expo 2017. We were there and we bring you personal experiences, Imagineer interviews and amazing sound bytes from panels and roundtables we recorded throughout the weekend, all on 6 hours sleep! Here is what to expect on this episode: Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and the Star Wars Hotel discussion with Donald Wicks (Rebel Legion, Endor Base), Roxanne Wicks, Shawn “Obi-Shawn” Crosby (Krypton Radio) and Anya Valdez (Rebel Legion, Sunrider Base). Michael Giacchino inducted into the Rebel Legion by Donald, Obi-Shawn and Anya and our ensuing discussion on this amazing composer. Imagineer Interview with Chris Beatty on Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge and what we can expect once we enter this amazing place. Tangled: The Series Panel - 15 minutes with Mandy Moore, Zachary Levi, Jeremy Jordan and Eden Espinoza. Disney Legends Ceremony 2017 - Stan Lee and Mark Hamill sound bytes WHERE WE WILL BE (IN REAL LIFE) 9/1/17: John Williams at the Hollywood Bowl! Join us from 5:30-7:00 for a picnic before the concert at Picnic Area