TRASH COMPACTOR: A Star Wars Podcast

Thoughtful takes on Star Wars from the VHS generation. Podcast sequel to the 'zine I made when I was 10.

Recent Episodes

March 5, 2024

PHANTOM TEASER: Editing the Episode I Teaser w/ Dr. David West Reynolds

I talk with the legendary Star Wars archeologist who found Tatooine and co-edited the first trailer for The Phantom Menace
Feb. 7, 2024

IF DROIDS COULD THINK: George Lucas on AI #SWPD2024

What does George Lucas think about using AI in filmmaking and other artforms?
Jan. 2, 2024

ACAFANS: The Rigorous Study of Star Wars

Amy H. Sturgis and Emily Strand on their new book of Star Wars essays
July 11, 2023

FORCE AWAKENS 95: What if the sequels were made in the 90s?

Who would direct and star in the sequel trilogy in the 1990s?
June 27, 2023

PERSONAL HISTORIES: Watching Star Wars with Josh's sister

Josh's sister and brother-in-law talk about watching the movies in order!
June 20, 2023

GROWING UP PREQUELS: Becoming a fan in the time of the prequel trilogy

A discussion with a fan who saw the prequels first