In Episode 181 of The Force Geeks: A Star Wars Podcast, Nate, Jake and Chris break down all the action and story from the entire first season of The Acolyte. ***Warning: Spoilers ahead!*** The Geeks unpack everything as they explore the mysterious role of Darth Plagueis and speculate on his future impact within the Star Wars universe. Jake and Chris also get to weigh in on the finale, since they were unable to join the last pod, offering fresh perspectives and heated debates.

The Geeks rank the season’s epic battles against the franchise’s most iconic confrontations and discuss whether these new additions measure up. Expect a candid discussion on the effectiveness of the season's cameos—were they impactful or mere fan service? The demand for a second season is growing; they'll dive into the fan-driven campaign pushing for more. Lastly, The Geeks give you a sneak peek into the future, discussing the upcoming Star Wars show Skeleton Crew and the latest updates from Shawn Levy (the director of Deadpool & Wolverine) on his highly anticipated Star Wars film that is in development. Tune in for a session filled with insights, theories, and a touch of nostalgia for every Star Wars aficionado.


***The views expressed in this show are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the United States Air Force, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government.***

In Episode 180 of The Force Geeks: A Star Wars Podcast, Nate (in a "solo" podcast) breaks down all the action and story from The Acolyte in the after-show of episode 8, the first season finale -- titled "The Acolyte." ***Warning: Spoilers ahead!*** Nate weighs in on Mae’s daring undercover mission and the jaw-dropping moment when Master Sol discovers her true identity. Osha's dramatic turn to the dark side and the shocking decision that changes everything for her and Master Sol are explored. Nate analyzes the epic clash between Sol and the Stranger, and how this showdown stacks up against other iconic Star Wars battles. Finally, he discusses Vernestra's quest for justice, Yoda’s unexpected appearance, and the thrilling mystery of Darth Plagueis, opening up exciting possibilities for season 2.

In Episode 179 of The Force Geeks: A Star Wars Podcast, Nate, Jake, and Chris break down all the action and story from The Acolyte in the after-show of episode 7 of the premier season, titled "Choice." ***Warning: Spoilers ahead!*** The Geeks weigh in on the harrowing split between Mae and Osha and the secrets of their mysterious past. They delve into the Jedi's crucial mistakes on Brendok, exposing their deepest vulnerabilities. Discover how Aniseya and Koril's conflicting strategies reshaped the entire conflict. The Geeks will discuss Sol's heartbreaking final decision and the shocking cover-up that changes everything. Explore the theme of zealotry in Star Wars and the tragic consequences it brings in The Acolyte. Finally, the Geeks set the stage for an explosive finale and what the revelations in "Choice" mean for our heroes and villains.

***The views expressed in this show are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the United States Air Force, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government.***

In Episode 178 of The Force Geeks: A Star Wars Podcast, Nate, Jake, and Chris break down all the action and story from The Acolyte in the after-show of episode 6 of the premier season, titled "Teach/Corrupt." ***Warning: Spoilers ahead!*** The Geeks weigh in on the electrifying chemistry between Osha and Qimir and how it mirrors another iconic Star Wars relationship. We explore Sol's intense guilt over Brendok and the shocking deception that twists his story. Vernestra’s investigation into Jedi politics and the moral dilemmas she faces take center stage, adding layers to the narrative. We also delve into the hint of a Force Dyad between Osha and Qimir and the dark past that shapes Qimir’s motivations. Lastly, we address the pacing problems in episode 6 and the potential issues behind the storytelling. Massive spoilers ahead, so be sure to watch the latest episode before tuning in. Join us for a spoiler-filled discussion that no Star Wars fan should miss!

***The views expressed in this show are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the United States Air Force, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government.***

In Episode 177 of The Force Geeks: A Star Wars Podcast, Nate, Jake, and Chris break down all the action and story from The Acolyte in the after-show of episode 5 of the premier season, titled "Night." ***Warning: Spoilers ahead!*** The Geeks weigh in on the "Red Sith Wedding", a brutal Jedi bloodbath reminiscent of Game of Thrones, and they debate if the approach pays off. The Geeks also explore the live-action debut of cortosis, the ancient armor of Legends that short-circuits lightsabers. Discover the truth behind Darth "Teeth’s" identity reveal and its timing in the story. Plus, The Geeks analyze Qimir’s new lightsaber design and its impact on combat, and the dramatic twin switch between Osha and Mae. Lastly, they discuss the supervillain problem—with one of the Geeks arguing that a super-powered villain thrashing Jedi at will damages the show. Don’t miss this deep dive into the latest episode of The Acolyte!

***The views expressed in this show are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the United States Air Force, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government.***

In Episode 176 of The Force Geeks: A Star Wars Podcast, Nate, Jake, and Chris break down all the action and story from The Acolyte in the after-show of episode 4 of the premier season, titled "Day." ***Warning: Spoilers ahead!*** The Geeks weigh in on the moment when Mae’s Master is finally revealed to the Jedi and how that changes everything. Osha’s internal conflict and her longing to rejoin the Jedi Order—what does it mean for her character? Plus, will Mae turn back to the Light Side or remain unredeemable? We discuss her murky motivations, and we delve into the thrilling scene where a large group of Jedi teams up to stop Mae—how does it stack up to previous Star Wars moments? Lastly, we explore the powerful entrance of Mae’s Master and the cliffhanger it sets up.

***The views expressed in this show are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the United States Air Force, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government.***

In Episode 175 of The Force Geeks: A Star Wars Podcast, Nate, Jake, and Chris break down all the action and story from The Acolyte in the after-show of episode 3 of the premier season, titled "Justice." ***Warning: Spoilers ahead!*** The Geeks weigh in on how the witches interpret the Force as “The Thread” and its implications for their powers. they also unravel the mystery of the big fire, question the annihilation of the coven of witches, and explore what Sol might be hiding from Osha. Plus, the Geeks examine how the show portrays the Jedi practice of taking children for training, and consider the possibility that Mae and Osha were created through the Force. Finally, they speculate on the identity of "the Master" based on the clues we've seen so far. Tune in for an in-depth discussion on the latest twists and turns in the Star Wars universe!

***The views expressed in this show are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the United States Air Force, the Department of Defense, or the U.S. Government.***

Welcome to the first The Acolyte after-show as we break down the first two episodes of the highly anticipated new live-action Star Wars TV series. ***Warning: Spoilers ahead!*** Join Nate and DailySuperhero.com founder Daniel Wolf for episode 174 of the Force Geeks: A Star Wars Podcast. The Geeks weigh in on what worked and what didn't in the story, the impact of the new High Republic era, the intriguing "who-dunnit" premise, the coolness of a Wookiee Jedi and the shocking death at the start that sets the tone of the show. Plus, we'll decode the Jedi Oath that almost saved one of Mae's victims and explore the connections to the Expanded Universe. Tune in for a deep dive into the latest Star Wars adventure!

***Be warned that there is some adult language every now and then, however there are no F-bombs.***