Beltway Banthas

The only Star Wars podcast dedicated to exploring the politics of a galaxy far, far away and why they matter.

Beltway Banthas is a podcast about the intersection of Star Wars and politics. For host Stephen Kent, one of those things is politics. Star Wars draws from our world’s politics just as much as it contributes to it by influencing policymakers, journalists and thought leaders. On this podcast, we seek to understand how Star Wars impacts the world we live in, while also covering the Star Wars news, gossip and hype of the day.

Beltway Banthas #16: Star Wars Goes To Washington

by RetroZap Staff November 3, 2016

This week the Beltway Banthas podcast had the opportunity to be at VA Comicon in Richmond, VA. Stephen, Tirso and Swara presented a panel called “Star Wars Goes To Washington.”

Beltway Banthas #15: Star Wars Propaganda

by RetroZap Staff October 20, 2016

Stephen and Tirso dig into the new book, Star Wars Propaganda by Pablo Hidalgo of LucasFilm. This book offers a look into persuasive art all the way from the Republic to the First Order. It hits bookstore shelves on October 25th, so enjoy this special advance look into the world of art & politics in Star Wars.

Beltway Banthas Interview: Eric Geller of Politico

by RetroZap Staff October 13, 2016

This interview with Eric Geller is a continuation of the Beltway Banthas interview series! Past guests include Kristen Soltis Anderson (author, CNN & FOX News contributor), NC Rep. Jason Saine, and Tamara Keith (NPR White House Reporter).