TWIN SUNS: A Star Wars Podcast
Hello there! Welcome to the TWIN SUNS: A Star Wars Podcast! Join us as we explore the world created by George Lucas, from the iconic Original Trilogy to the beloved Disney films, groundbreaking series, and everything in between. We invite you to join us for in-depth and, at times, a provocative couples conversation about the best in a galaxy far, far away—covering everything from critically acclaimed favorites to our guilty pleasures.
Episodes
30 episodes
The Last Jedi Roundtable: A Love Letter
For nearly nine years, The Last Jedi has been debated, dissected, defended, and criticized. This episode isn't about any of that...We are joined by fellow Last Jedi devotees Sunny and Ross for something much simpler: a love letter to a f...
Episode III: Revenge of Vader’s Girl - Haydenception Arrives In Raleigh & San Jose
Our favorite returning guest is back! Jess, aka Vader’s Girl and the woman behind Haydenception, returns to Twin Suns for Episode III. This time, she has incredible Hayden Christensen stories to tell.Jess takes us inside her lat...
Con Catch Up: FanExpo Anaheim (The Return of Luke Skywalker), SuperCon Miami (Revenge of the Embrace & The Hug Heard Around the World), Rebel Scum Con (Jedi Friendships Forged)
It’s time for Con Catch Up!We have some serious catching up to do as we revisit three very different stops on their summer Star Wars convention tour.First up: Fan Expo Anaheim, where the return of Mark Hamill sends John back into ...
Cartoony Realism: The Star Wars Art of Steven Moore
Star Wars artist Steven Moore joins Twin Suns for a conversation about creativity, conventions, and what it takes to build a style that's instantly recognizable.Steven shares how Star Wars inspired him from the moment he first saw A New ...
From Colored Pencils to a Galaxy Far, Far Away: The Art of Nadia Komarenko/Espino
What does it take to turn a box of colored pencils into some of the most sought-after Star Wars sketch cards in the galaxy?In this episode of Twin Suns: A Star Wars Podcast, we sit down with acclaimed Star Wars sketch card artist Nadia E...
The Rebel Spirit: A Conversation with Filmmaker Travis Lee Eller
What happens when you combine the dusty frontier spirit of a classic Western with a galaxy far, far away?This week on Twin Suns: A Star Wars Podcast, John and Nelly are joined by actor, writer, and filmmaker Travis Lee Eller, the creativ...
Sweet Tea, Sith Lords & SPACECON with Bo Hannan
This week on Twin Suns, we're joined by listener-turned-dear friend Bo Hannan to unpack an unforgettable weekend at SPACECON in San Antonio.Bo's Star Wars story is unlike any we've heard before. Less than a year ago, she had never seen S...
Twin Suns x Twin.Sunns: Our Final Mandalorian & Grogu Conversation Vol. 3
Three episodes. Three perspectives. One final conversation.On this special crossover episode of Twin Suns: A Star Wars Podcast, John and Nelly are joined by Sunny from Twin.Sunns to close out our coverage of The Mandalorian & Grogu.<...
The Fans Strike Back: Listener Reactions to The Mandalorian and Grogu Vol. 2
The Force is strong with this one...and so are the opinions. After our full spoiler review of The Mandalorian & Grogu, we turned to the Twin Suns community and asked a simple question: What did you think?On this episode, we read and ...
A Galaxy Worth Fighting For: The Mandalorian and Grogu REVIEW Vol. 1
On this episode of Twin Suns: A Star Wars Podcast, we dive deep into a full SPOILER review of The Mandalorian & Grogu. And joining us for the conversation is Star Wars Aficionado Mark Mulcaster.Did the jump from Disney+ to theaters w...
This Is the Pull: The Jedi Lex & The Thrill of Whatnot
This week on Twin Suns: Card Cantina, we’re diving into the galaxy of Star Wars trading cards with collector, content creator, and Whatnot host The Jedi Lex (@thejedilex).From ripping packs live to chasing grails, Lex takes us inside the...
The Return of Haydenception: Jess aka Vader’s Girl, Meets Her Destiny at GalaxyCon Richmond
Haydenception is back! Jess, aka Vader’s Girl, joins Twin Suns to break down her unforgettable journey across continents. From South America to Iceland, and finally to GalaxyCon Richmond, for an unforgettable Hayden Christensen encounter. From ...
Girl Scout Cookies with Anakin Skywalker: Josiah's Epilogue
In this special Twin Suns "Epilogue," Josiah shares an unforgettable moment in Seattle, meeting Hayden Christensen and his family. From buying Girl Scout cookies from his daughter to scoring a surprise selfie with the Chosen One, it’s a wholeso...
The Autograph Hunter: A Conversation with Josiah
This week on Twin Suns, we’re joined by Josiah. Better known in our galaxy as “The Autograph Hunter.” From parking lot meetups at RSC to Fan Expo Chicago, Josiah shares how he built one of the most impressive Star Wars autograph collec...
A Return to Japan & Whatnot w/Tony aka Star Wars Sith 66
7-Elevens, Hayden Christensen, & Card Grails, “Let’sGo!” In this episode of Twin Suns, John and Nelly welcome Tony from Star Wars Sith 66 to revisit Star Wars Celebration Japan and tumble headfirst into Whatnot. We talk daily about 7-Eleven...
Raising a First-Generation Star Wars Fan: A Conversation With My Mom
What was it like raising a young boy when Star Wars burst into the world in 1977? Look no further than today’s holiday episode, where I sit down with my mother, and we take a walk down memory lane together. From that very first opening...
The Expanded Universe Novels, Comics & Cosplay w/Ali aka Alderaan Baby
On today’s episode, we have the absolute pleasure of welcoming Ali, aka Alderaan baby! Ali shares with us her deep love of girl power in the Star Wars Expanded Universe Novels and Comics. Plus, the source of her “Star Wars-Inspired” outfits and...
Con Men Vol 2 w/Mike & Tristin | Space Con 2025
Boys will be Boys—especially on the convention floor of Space Con! On this episode, Mike Kennedy and Tristin Mosely take Twin Suns behind the scenes of one of the most talent-packed, flirt-fueled conventions of 2025. It’s all about convention c...
Our Interview w/Bobby Robertson - Host of Rebel Scum Con - ANNOUNCEMENT!
Get ready for an epic episode! We’ve got Bobby Robertson, one of the masterminds behind Rebel Scum Con, joining us today for an exclusive, can’t-miss interview. Bobby whisks us from the very beginnings of RSC to this year’s jaw-dropping reveals...
The Padawan Collector Interview
Join us for an engaging interview with Joey, known as The Padawan Collector—one of the most knowledgeable, insightful, and generous content creators in the Star Wars community. It was a true pleasure to speak with him about his lifelong passion...
Our Interview with Simon Kassianides: Axe Woves from The Mandalorian
On this episode, get ready for an adventure across galaxies (and genres) as we sit down with Simon Kassianides—aka Axe Woves, one of the most positive forces in the Star Wars universe! From swapping stories about The Mandalorian to sharing his ...
FAN EXPO Chicago Recap: “Hugging Hayden and Ewan”
John & Nelly are back where it all began: FAN EXPO Chicago! Fresh off the wild ride of Rebel Scum Con, we're storming the Windy City for legendary run-ins with Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen (cue Nelly’s happy dance and John’s epic hu...
Unpacking Rebel Scum Con “The BEST Star Wars Con EVER”
Was this the wildest, most epic Star Wars convention ever? We’re going with HELL YES! Buckle up and join John and Nelly for a hyperdrive, minute-by-minute ride through Rebel Scum Con—from our legendary 16-autograph blitz to mind-blowing panels ...
Padme’s Closet Ep 1 - The Phantom Menace
In this episode, we explore Padmé’s iconic wardrobe, delving into the brilliance of legendary costume designer Trisha Biggar's work in Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace. From the memorable “Negotiations with the Separatists” ensemble to...
"Haydenception" with Jess aka Vader's Girl
Do you have a crush on Hayden Christensen? Look no further than Jess, better known as Vader's Girl, one of the most genuine and kindhearted fans in the Star Wars galaxy and the founder of "Haydenception." From her first meeting with Hayden at B...