The Forcecast: Star Wars News, Talk, Interviews, And More!

Where's Hera? It's the question Star Wars fans around the world are asking as they search store shelves for merchandise that exclude women. Tricia Barr (FanGirls Going Rogue) and Amy Ratcliffe (Geek With Curves) join Justin to discuss this issue and why it matters. David Collins (The Comlink) and Lukas Kendall (Film Score Monthly) also stop by to talk possible contenders for John Williams' Star Wars musical crown.These things, plus a roundtable review of Darth Vader #2 and the HoloNet in this edition of the ForceCast!

The ForceCast is undergoing a bit of a reconstruction, but we're still on the air! This week we've got interviews with Fantasy Flight Games' Edge of the Empire producer Max Brooke and DJ Elliott from Star Wars Celebration. Then we put uber Dark Horse Star Wars comics fan Paul Hermann together with former Star Wars: Droids editor Ryder Windham for a heartwarming geek out session. All that plus the HoloNet in this episode of the ForceCast! 

It's Valentine's Day weekend, which means we're talking about love in Star Wars. But it's also the release week for Marvel's Star Wars: Darth Vader #1, so we're going to the dark side with an interview with the writer, a roundtable discussion of the issue, and a deeper look at Vader's psyche. All that plus the week's news, fan events, and rumors in an exciting episode of the ForceCast!

The first standalone film has a new lead actress, but this time we think it's for real. Disney is suing an image-hosting service over The Force Awakens concept art, which is a pretty big deal. Bob Iger wants you to know that Disney is working on Star Wars theme park attractions and vaguely considering a revolutionary new distribution method for video content. Plus, we talk to Brian Novicki from EU Cantina about why he's reading the novelization of TFA before seeing the film. All that and more, including Rebels and Celebration news, in this week's ForceCast!

The first standalone may have a new writer, and a random site has a strange rumor about Boba Fett in the movie. It's that kind of week, folks. We also discuss media appearances by Oscar "Gonk Droid" Isaac and Ewan "Real Talk On the Broadsaber" McGregor. Plus, Freddie Prinze Jr. teases big things for Kanan on Star Wars Rebels, and we take questions from our live, virtual-studio audience.

Four actresses are auditioning for roles in the first Star Wars standalone film, George Lucas says Disney didn't use his treatment for The Force Awakens, and Justin talks to Star Wars comic writer Jason Aaron. Plus, Marvel teases big Darth Vader comic numbers and big announcements, Star Wars news emerges from the UK Toy Fair, and we share information on how a friend of the show is raising money for a good cause. Start your weekend right with the ForceCast!

Gary Whitta has finished his work on the first standalone film. What does it mean? Probably not that much. In this week's show, we discuss the screenwriter's departure, along with a rumor about Star Wars Detours, a smooth arrival to the world of Star Wars Rebels, and a connection between Marvel's Star Wars #1 and The Force Awakens. Plus, it's our first official live show, so listen for some back and forth with our chat room too!

We're back from our winter hiatus with stories about Disney's plans to promote The Force Awakens online, the packaging and release date for TFA merchandise, exciting new cast members for the movie, and 3D prequels at Celebration Anaheim. Plus, Oscar Isaac says all your teaser theories are silly, Star Wars tops a 2015 poll, and Bob Iger gets a magazine cover with everyone's favorite freighter. Welcome back to ForceCast Fridays!

The Force Awakens' young leads have names! BB-8, the ball droid, is a real prop! Yoda is coming to Star Wars Rebels and Rebels is going to Celebration! It's our last show of the year and we're powering ahead with all kinds of interesting news and rumors. Don't miss our thoughts on a rumored name for Gwendoline Christie's character and a report about Luke Skywalker's whereabouts. Happy Holidays from The ForceCast!

Late this week, Lucasfilm revealed the names of several The Force Awakens cast members and announced a Star Wars Rebels Season 2 premiere at Celebration Anaheim. Also in the news: Oscar Isaac reveals his childhood Star Wars costume, Del Rey reveals the cover of Dark Disciple, Bob Iger talks teasers and theme parks, and Marvel confirms a record-breaking figure for its first Star Wars comic. All that and much more in this week's ForceCast!

Erik is out this week, but Eric and Justin continue our discussion about The Force Awakens' teaser trailer. Stars John Boyega, Andy Serkis, and Oscar Isaac have all weighed in, Good Morning America has exclusive information, and there might be more to the ball droid than some fans realized. Plus: When are we getting the next teaser? What is Isaac's X-wing pilot up to? And what about that strange new lightsaber? We're following up on the biggest Star Wars video of the year, so don't miss this week's show!

Star Wars blasts back onto the public stage today as fans everywhere watch and rewatch the teaser trailer for The Force Awakens. We discuss the leadup to this momentous event, along with rumors about a standalone film and a sequel-era animated series. We also talk to a ForceCast listener who is using his artistic talents for charity, discuss what the sequels can learn from the prequels, and check in with our Patreon supporters. Join us for the ride as our favorite franchise enters a major new phase.

In a special crossover episode, Mike, Bryan, and Bobby from Full of Sith invite us onto their show to discuss all things Star Wars, from The Force Awakens trailer to a Mace Windu spinoff to the question of whether The Old Republic is really a Star Wars story. We also discuss our history with the Star Wars franchise and our work on The ForceCast. Enjoy two shows in one with this podcast crossover!

The trailer for The Force Awakens could drop any day now. What will it show us and when will we see it? That's the main news topic for this week. We also discuss StarWars.com's character spotlight, Padmé Amidala, with Making Star Wars' Johnamarie Macias. Plus, Celebration Anaheim news and details about one of the first TFA tie-in novels. It's all here in this week's show!

We continue our discussion of the title reveal for Star Wars: The Force Awakens with Steve Sansweet, the former head of fan relations for Lucasfilm and the man who revealed Revenge of the Sith's title in 2004. We also talk to former LucasArts sound designer David Collins about his video game work, his Celebration stage hosting experiences, and his new show, The Comlink. Between those interviews and the week's top stories, it's a jam-packed ForceCast you won't want to miss!

What's in a name? Star Wars: Episode VII is now Star Wars: The Force Awakens. We discuss this late-breaking news, including what it means for Luke in the sequel trilogy. Then, we talk to Tiya Sircar, the voice of Sabine Wren on Star Wars Rebels, about the Mandalorian rebel's role on the show. Plus, John Boyega chronicles The Force Awakens' wrap party and a soundtrack for The Clone Wars is coming soon. Awaken and enjoy this week's ForceCast!

Star Wars Rebels may snag two voice actors from The Clone Wars, a Star Wars costuming exhibit tours the U.S. next year, X-wing and TIE Fighter games are back, and we may be less than two months away from an Episode VII trailer. Plus, we talk to Taylor Gray, the voice of Ezra Bridger on Rebels, about the series' tone, Ezra's growth, lessons from voice-acting, and more.

Mashable Deputy Editor Chris Taylor joins us to discuss his book How Star Wars Conquered the Universe, which chronicles the entire history of the Star Wars franchise from George Lucas' early life to the 2014 canon decision and the lead-up to Star Wars Rebels. We talk about Palpatine's first name, the "Save the EU" movement, George Lucas' inspirations, J.J. Abrams' grasp on the heart of the saga, and much more.

As principal photography on Episode VII winds down, the youngest Star Wars fan to star in the original films comes back again, the set gets a visit from the Boy Who Lived, and a cast member who wasn't even announced has completed her role. Plus, Eric talks about the progression of technology in Star Wars with Christian Blauvelt, and Disney releases a trailer for the Star Wars Rebels: Spark of Rebellion "Special Edition" on ABC. Strap in and make the jump to hyperspace with The ForceCast!

Eric is back from New York Comic Con with a report on all the Star Wars panels, an interview with Star Wars Rebels panel moderator Christian Blauvelt and panelist Vanessa Marshall, and audio from the show floor. In other news, Rebels gets more strong ratings, canceled Rogue Squadron videogame footage emerges, and Marvel has a new Kanan Jarrus comic. All that and so much more, including a special Star Wars book giveaway, in this week's ForceCast!