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Idiot's Array: A Star Wars Podcast

Idiot’s Array is a Star Wars podcast hosted by Alan Zaugg, Mark Sutter, and Ryder Waldron. We bridge the Star Wars galaxy, from the movies to the comics, the novels to Star Wars Rebels and The Clone Wars. On Idiot’s Array we discuss Star Wars in a fun and intelligent way. We’d be honored if you’d join us at the Sabacc table! Contact us: Twitter: @idiotsarraypod Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Facebook: Idiot’s Array Alan: @jedizaugg Mark: @MarkESutter Ryder: @RyderWaldronDDS
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Mar 27, 2023

On Episode 180, The Pitiful Little Band are back to discuss The Foundling (The Mandalorian S3:E4) and Tipping Point (The Bad Batch S2:E14)! 

In Tipping Point, we see the imminent danger that is encircling The Bad Batch. Do we have a better understanding of why the Empire really wants Omega? What is Crosshair's motivation in helping his fellow Clones? 

In The Foundling, we see Bo-Katan honor and help the covert. How do Bo-Katan's beliefs and those of the other Mandalorians' co-exist? Did The Armorer believe that Bo-Katan saw a Mythosaur? And we finally see (partly) how Grogu escaped Order 66. Who set his escape in motion? And Kelleran Beq!!!

Join us for all of this and much more! We would be honored if you would join us. 

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Nov 27, 2022

Andor season one is wrapped up and Idiot's Array is here to put a bow on it. On Episode 174, we cover all of our favorite scenes and moments from the Andor season finale, as well as tie in some moments from earlier in the season. We also discuss many of the tie-ins to Rogue One and other Star Wars movies. So grab a brick, swing a hammer, or kick a stormtrooper and join us for this episode of Idiot's Array!

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Oct 4, 2021

Star Wars is filled with deceptions from the Rebel Alliance and the Empire, the light side and the dark side, and everywhere in between. On Episode 142, we discuss the most impactful deceptions in the saga and try to come up with the one deception that had the most repercussions in the Star Wars galaxy. 

We start the show by recapping our experiences at Fan X in Salt Lake City. 

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Aug 17, 2020

On Episode 115, Alan, Mark, and Ryder compare and contrast how Anakin was viewed and treated by Ahsoka and Obi-Wan and how that affected him after he became a Sith Lord. 

-What were Anakin's lasting feelings towards each of them?

-Did Ahsoka's leaving the Jedi Order change how she viewed Anakin after his turn to the dark side? 

-Did Obi-Wan want to believe Anakin was beyond redemption so Obi-Wan could let go of his own guilt and regrets? 

We won't fail you!

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Mar 4, 2019

Mark returns to join Alan and Ryder as we discuss the confrontation between Luke Skywalker and Kylo Ren on Crait, what led up to it, and the aftermath. 

What did Luke mean during his final conversation with Leia? 

Did Leia and C-3PO realize that Luke wasn't really on Crait? 

What did Luke add to his own legend? 

How tortuous was the outcome for Kylo Ren? 

In this scene, did Luke truly become the Jedi he was always meant to be? 

Is Luke's death the most powerful scene in any Star Wars movie? 

We also have an exciting Star Wars Celebration announcement! We would be honored if you would join us. 

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Jan 8, 2019

On episode 79, Alan, Mark, and Ryder discuss Rey's vision in the cave on Ahch-To in The Last Jedi. 

What did she discover about herself and did it open a Force portal within her? 

How does Rey's experience in the cave compare to Luke Skywalker's in The Empire Strikes Back. 

After Rey's time in the cave, why did she go to Kylo Ren first and not Luke? 

Why is it so important to face our greatest fears in order to grow? 

We take a deep cave dive in this episode and would be honored if you would join us. 

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Oct 29, 2018

He's searching for his, uh, I don't know if he said tribe or family.

Families and family-type units (traditional and otherwise) are very important in Star Wars and in real life. Alan, Mark, and Ryder discuss examples of Star Wars families and what makes them so vital to overcoming and defeating evil.

Are there any examples of families that exist in the Sith, Empire, or First Order? If so, were they beneficial? 

How would the outcomes of Star Wars battles and conflicts be different without families? 

All of this and much more on Episode 76. We would be honored if you would join us!

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Jul 10, 2018

In this episode Alan, Mark, and Ryder discuss Han Solo's cynicism.

Why did Han Solo become so cynical between Solo and A New Hope? 

Was his cynicism a defense mechanism that helped him survive? 

What changed between A New Hope and The Force Awakens to allow Han to believe in the Force and become less cynical? 

Why do some characters Star Wars become cynical and others don't? 

Also, Alan and Mark quote song lyrics and Ryder gets a new nickname. We have a really good feeling about this! 

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Jun 27, 2018

In Episode 69 Alan, Mark, and Ryder continue their examination of the themes of Solo by discussing how a character's past affects their future. 

In Solo, did Han overcome his past? What is his past? And what about in A New Hope? 

Why is it so difficult for a character to overcome their past? 

Is it harder for a character to overcome a self-inflicted past or one caused by others or events? 

Did Luke overcome his past in The Last Jedi or was that who Luke always was? 

In Star Wars, who else has overcome their past? 

All of this as much, much more on this episode of Idiot's Array. We have a really good feeling about this! 

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Jun 12, 2018

In this episode, Alan and Ryder are inspired by Solo and discuss the reluctant heroes of Star Wars. 

What makes a good reluctant hero?

Why is it so hard to be the hero?

Who are some of the less obvious reluctant heroes in Star Wars?

Also, Alan teases some of his song lyrics and Ryder pays his wife the ultimate compliment. All of this and much, much more. Mark is missing, but Alan and Ryder hold down the Sabacc table in his absence. 

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Jan 23, 2018

In this episode we are joined by author Michael Moreci to discuss legends and legacies in The Last Jedi. What importance do legends have in The Last Jedi? How does Luke's influence on Rey compare and contrast with Vader's influence on Kylo Ren? Can our heroes ever live up to what we have built in our minds? How do Star Wars legends influence fans? We also discuss Michael Moreci's new novel Black Star Renegades. We discuss these topics and much, much more. This may not go the way you think!

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Jan 9, 2018

In episode 58 we begin discussing the many themes of The Last Jedi and we start with failure. Did Luke learn from his past failures? If so, did it help Rey? Would Luke have benefited from more teaching experience before beginning his Jedi Academy? Also, was Luke's story arc from the original trilogy to the sequel trilogy logical and believable? Finally, how relatable was Luke in The Last Jedi? As usual, we begin the show with a comics update. We'd love you to join us as we delve deep into The Last Jedi. Don't resist. And your weapons, you will not need them. 

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Dec 19, 2017

In this roundtable episode, we are joined by Becca Benjamin of Tarkin's Top Shelf to discuss our initial thoughts and reviews of The Last Jedi. What were our thoughts after our first viewings? How did our feelings on The Last Jedi change from our first viewings to our second? Did it meet expectations? 

We begin the show by talking about Canto Bight: Journey to Star Wars: The Last Jedi. How did this collection of short stories tie into The Last Jedi? Does it add to the depth of TLJ? Is it required reading? 

Whether you are from somewhere or nowhere, we would be honored if you would join us. 

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Dec 12, 2017

In this special and NON-SPOILERY episode, we get you ready for The Last Jedi! To start we break down the Vader #9 and Poe Dameron #21 comics. What did we learn from these issues that tie into The Force Awakens and possible The Last Jedi? 

Then we get excited about The Last Jedi! What are our pre-Star Wars movie traditions? When and with whom will we see The Last Jedi? What is your favorite movie treat? We also give our wild predictions for TLJ and talk about what we would love to see. To finish, we ask for listener feedback on this show's listener question. 

This is the perfect show to take with you on your way to the theater! We would love you to join us! 

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Nov 9, 2017

In the action-packed episode, we discuss what separates character like Anakin, Luke, Rey, and Kylo from other Force wielders. What makes them so powerful? Why are some characters Force users and some only Force sensitive? Where does hard work and perseverance come into play? 

To start the show we read a listener's email that may shed some light on where Darth Maul obtained his original Kyber crystal, and then we talk about the latest season of Star Wars Rebels. In our comics segment we talk about Vader #7 and the return of Jocasta Nu before diving into the latest The Last Jedi TV spot. 

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Jul 27, 2017

In this episode we discuss the recent revelation of how and why Dark Side users obtain their Kyber crystals from Jedi. What are the implications? How did Kylo Ren get his crystal? How many Jedi did Palatine kill to get his? We give a quick comics update and talk about our listeners' picks for their Star Wars partner. Also, we reveal our latest question for our listeners. Grab a Kyber crystal and join us for this episode of Idiot's Array. We would be honored if you would join us. 

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May 18, 2017

In this episode we cover listener feedback, which leads us to a discussion on the fall of the Jedi and how it relates to Japanese history, why Ahsoka Tano is such a beloved character,  a comics update, and much more. We'd be honored if you would join us. 

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Apr 6, 2017

In this episode we cover topics topics and questions sent in from listeners. We discuss  how Star Wars helped us through tough times, Qui-Gon's manipulation of the Force, balance between the light and dark sides of the Force, the Rebels season finale, and much, much more.

We also are happy to announce that Idiot's Array will be represented on the Star Wars Celebration Orlando podcast stage on Thursday April 13th at 7:30pm. We'd be honored if you'd join us. 

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Mar 23, 2017

In this episode we discuss Jedi and Sith artifacts and the powers they may hold. Do these objects actually hold any power or is it just a perception of power? Are there examples in history or in our lives that can be compared to these artifacts? Do these artifacts change the Force wielder or do they magnify what is already present? How do holocrons and the Bendu factor in? We also discuss the latest episode of Rebels and much more. We'd be honored if you'd join us. 

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Feb 9, 2017

In this episode Alan, Mark, and Ryder discuss their experiences seeing the Star Wars Special Editions twenty years ago. We also get into the latest Star Wars comics, Ryder talks about skipping college classes for Star Wars, and Mark shops for a toilet. We hit a bunch of topics and we'd love you to join us! 

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Jan 12, 2017

In this episode we are joined by Tarkin's Top Shelf's Becca Benjamin to discuss Rogue One, Star Wars Rebels, a listener's email, Catalyst, and much more. We have a lot packed into this episode and we'd love you to join us!

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Dec 29, 2016
Alan, Ryder and Mark are back from Christmas break and have soaked in all the juicy details of Rogue One. There isn't much to say except take a listen to their thoughts on Rogue One.
 
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Dec 14, 2016
Mark, Alan and Ryder get together one last time before Rogue One hits the theaters on December 15th. They have some fun at speculating on what will be in Rogue One.
 
In this episode:
  • Catalyst: A Rogue One Novel connections
  • Kyber crystals
  • The lust for power and forbidden knowledge
  • Orson Krennic's fate
  • Star Wars: Rebels connection to Rogue One

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Dec 1, 2016

Alan, Mark and Ryder get back together after stuffing their faces with turkey and all the thanksgiving side dishes.

in this episode:

  • Rogue One tickets go on sale
  • Han Solo & Poe comic analysis
  • #GetRyderBackonFacebook
  • Catalyst: A Rogue One Novel
  • A look back at the Force Awakens
  • What in Star Wars are the guys thankful for

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Nov 17, 2016
It's been a while, but Mark, Ryder and Alan dust off their Mics and dive into another unique topic in the galaxy far, far away. What is a vergence in the Force? Tune in and find out what the guys have to say about.

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