Welcome back to Beltway Banthas! Swara and Stephen are BOTH moving this week to new homes and this was as good a time as any to share some audio from over the summer. Stephen met up with New York Times op-ed columnist Ross Douthat for a discussion on Star Wars and politics. It’s a well-rounded conversation with a lot of focus on Star Wars strengths AND weaknesses. We hope you enjoy and aren’t distracted by the ambient noise of the conference.
Marvel Studio’s Captain Marvel (2019) is the birth of the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s most powerful hero ever. Carol Danvers (Brie Larson) becomes the subject of an alien operation that grants her unbelievable abilities. Now, she and the rest of Starforce must defend the Kree, and Earth, against the shapeshifting Skrulls. As if war is not enough, her return visit to Earth has also become a journey towards recovering her human past.
This week Agents of SHIELD: Case Files takes a look back at Captain America: The First Avenger, so here’s a cross-promotional look at the 1942 Brooklyn street scenes!
Dave, Mikey, and Twitterless Dr. Earl break down some of their favorite films that are available to watch on the various streaming services.
It’s time for some more, Castle Chats! Please join Devon and Becca as they welcome Michael Kogge, author of Star Wars: The Last Jedi Junior Novel to the castle.
In this Scoundrels Special Edition of Starships, Sabers, and Scoundrels, Jay looks at a Star Wars bridal gown before focusing on Star Wars themed sports products perfect for tailgating this football season.
