Long before Princess Mononoke and Spirited Away, acclaimed filmmaker, author, screenwriter, and animator Hayao Miyazaki’s passion for storytelling began with a young boy falling in love with a beautiful goddess. This is just the starting point.
Welcome back Banthas! The Beltway Banthas podcast has returned with regular shows now through 2020. Starting off this new season of Star Wars & politics chatter, Stephen Kent is joined by guest host Nick DiColandrea for a dive into the political conscience of Padme Amidala. In Revenge of the Sith, she opens up to Anakin about her uncertainty with the Republic’s democratic virtue. What got Padme to the point of questioning her entire political position and that of the “democracy” she has served?
One of the best things about Avengers: Endgame was getting to see some additional scenes that happened off screen, such as the Stark Industries Lobby.
Quentin Tarantino is one of the most iconic filmmakers ever so it’s only fitting to honor him with an episode discussing his filmography.
David Craddock comes on ARGcast to chat about home ports of arcade games, and his book Arcade Perfect which informs how these were made.
Ever wonder what happens to the Skywalker Family after the Saga ends? Well, don’t worry, you’re not alone. Devon and Becca are wondering about it too. So, get comfy and grab yourself a snack like an Endorian Tip-Yip before settling in with your “way too extra” hosts at the Castle.