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Star Wars en Direct #43 - June 21th, 2005
Interview with Michael A. Stackpole
On this show we will have the chance to talk with the award-winning, New York Times Bestselling, game designer, computer game designer,Sci-fi and Star Wars author Michael A. Stackpole best knowned for is NJO Dark Tide Duology and is many novels on the X-Wing serie.

Mr. Stackpole will also make a big announcement that will appeal to all Sci-fi fans. Something not to be missed.

Send us your questions for Michael Stackpole to studio@swendirect.com or via the chatroom during the live broadcast.

The live broadcast begins this Tuesday at 7PM Eastern

 

Star Wars en Direct #44 - June 28th, 2005
Reviewing Revelations
On this show we will return with part two of our Revelations feature. This time we will be reviewing the fan-film and reading comments from fans.

On a side note we will reflect on how fan-film could be re-categorize depending on the budget and/or the quality of the final product and what can we expect in the future. You have any ideas about that? Send us your comments.

For both subject, send you comments (or phone number for us to call) to studio@swendirect.com or in this thread. http://www.tsfpn.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?t=48&sid=b3fa726312f501e9c53ed12500028004

The live broadcast begins this Tuesday at 7PM Eastern

NOTE: While we will still use this thread in the fanworks forum for announcements and comments, we will now be primarily located at the TSFPN.com SWD dedicated forum http://www.tsfpn.com/phpbb/viewforum.php?f=21. Be sure to stop by and register.

 

Star Wars en Direct #45 - July 5th, 2005
The Fan Film : I.M.P.S. The Relentless
On this show we will discuss the first episode of the fan-film I.M.P.S. The Relentless.

Originally this project was to be the sequel to ?Troops? but over the course of writing and production, it evolved into something entirely different. "Troops2" was the working title of the production until the script was completed, and the project assembled. Chapter 1 of IMPS, ?The Rail-Runners - Davenport Gateway? acts as a bridge to take us from the ?COPS? format to the soldiers of the many branches of the Imperial military.

You want to give a comments or review about the "Davenport Gateway" episode of I.M.P.S. send your comments (or phone number for us to call) to studio@swendirect.com or in this thread.

The live broadcast begins this Tuesday at 7PM Eastern

 

Star Wars en Direct #46 - July 12th, 2005
Are you a closet fan? Tel us your story.

On this show we are asking the closet fan to tell their story.

A closet fan, is a person that hides the fact that he is a fan of something, in our case... Star Wars. Are you a closet fans? Do your co-workers, friends or family know you are Star Wars fan? Why do you hide this passion? Do you know people who are closet fans?

You want to give a comments send it (or phone number for us to call) to studio@swendirect.com or in this thread.

The live broadcast begins this Tuesday at 7PM Eastern

 

Star Wars en Direct #48 - July 26th, 2005
The book : Anticipation

On this show we will feature a book written by Jonathan L. Bowen entitled Anticipation: The real life Story of Episode I - The Phantom Menace.

Anticipation tells the story of the most anticipated movie of all time, The Phantom Menace, which inspired a group of diehard fans to wait 42 days outside of Mann?s Chinese Theatre to raise money for charity and enjoy the last days of the sixteen year wait between Star Wars films.

We will also have the opportunity to have a live phone interview Anticipation's author Jonathan L. Bowen.

You want to give a comments, or question for Jonathan send it (or phone number for us to call) to studio@swendirect.com.

The live broadcast begins this Tuesday at 7PM Eastern

 

Star Wars en Direct #49 - August 2nd, 2005
Comparing Fandoms

During this episode we will try to identify the differences between the different fandoms from the most popular Sci-Fi and Fantasy franchises.

Is the Star Wars fandom better that any other fandom? Are we judged differently or the same way than some other popular fandoms like Star Trek, Star Gate, Lord of the Rings, Harry Potter, The Matrix, etc.? Do you participate in multiple fandom fan activities? Let us know.

If you are a participant of a non-SW fandom and you want to give us more details during the show, contact us at the address below.

You want to give a comments send it (or phone number for us to call) to studio@swendirect.com or in this thread below.

The live broadcast begins this Tuesday at 7PM Eastern

 

Star Wars en Direct #50 - August 9th, 2005
Dark Nest I : The Joiner King

During this episode we will discuss the newly release and first post-NJO novel The Joiner King by Troy Denning.

We will also have the chance to talk live on the phone with the author Troy Denning. If you have questions about The Joiner King or is upcoming books, send them to the contact informations below or be in the chatroom and ask them during the live interview.

If you read the book and you want to give comments and/or a review of The Joiner King, send them (or phone number for us to call) to studio@swendirect.com or in this thread: http://www.tsfpn.com/phpbb/viewtopic.php?p=779

The live broadcast begins this Tuesday at 7PM Eastern

 

Next tuesday.... SW Minis Universe Huge!!

Star Wars en Direct #52 - August 23th, 2005
Star Wars Miniatures : Universe Huge
During this episode we will discuss and review the new Star Wars Miniatures Game Universe Huge set from Wizards of the Coast.

You have questions and/or comments about the Universe Huge set or the Miniatures in general, send them (or phone number for us to call) to studio@swendirect.com.

The live broadcast begins this Tuesday at 7PM Eastern

We might have a special guest so stay tuned!

 

Welcome back Heels

You might notice, since you were away all summer, that we now broadcast every week and that we have a podcast if you want to get the archves automatically downloaded to your computer.

Until next week, here's a little special for the weekend...

SWD Special Edition #06 - August 27th, 2005
Live from SFX Toronto
Sebastien & friends are inviting you to listen to their experience at the Sci-Fi convention in Toronto. This show will be broadcasted live Saturday evening. The broadcast is not set to start at a precise hour, so check the SWD Blog regularly for the announcement or try listening in from time to time.

Note: Dany & Brian will not be present at SFX

 

continuing with the SW Minis...

Star Wars en Direct #53 - August 30th, 2005
Interview with Rob Watkins
During this episode we will have the chance to talk live on the phone with Rob Watkins, the man behind the Star Wars Miniatures game from Wizards of the Coast.

You have questions for Rob and/or about the Universe Huge set or the Miniatures in general, send them (or phone number for us to call) to studio@swendirect.com. You can also be in our chatroom during the interview and leave questions to the hosts.

The live broadcast begins this Tuesday at 7PM Eastern

 

Star Wars en Direct #55 - September 13th, 2005
Star Wars... Popcorn or Shakespeare?
During this episode we will discuss the way the Star Wars saga was written. Was it supposed to be as a Shakespearian litterature, or just entertaining popcornish style?

George Lucas once described the Star Wars Prequels as popcorn entertainment. But with Lucas trying to tell a tragic story of one man's decent into darknes, should he be writing popcorn or shakespeare?

Do you consider the Star Wars films as having been written in a Shakespearian style or Popcorn entertainement?
500 years from now, will George Lucas be portrayed as the Shakespeare of the twentieth century?

 

Star Wars en Direct #57 - September 27th, 2005
The best moments of the Expanded Universe.
During this episode we will discuss what you consider to be the best moments in the Star Wars Expanded Universe (EU).
The Expanded Universe is the fictionnal history that surrounds the movies dating back 25000 years before to 35 years after the films.

So for those not familiar to the EU, this show will bring forward the most interesting events of the SW history that are not shown in the six movies and give you a taste of what you are missing.

What are your best moments of the EU?, send them (or phone number for us to call) to studio@swendirect.com or in this thread below.

The live broadcast begins this Tuesday September 27th, 2005 at 7PM Eastern

 

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Star Wars en Direct #58 - October 4th, 2005
Surviving the new Dark Times
During this episode we will discuss the new dark times ahead. Of course those new Dark Times will not compare to the absence of Star Wars in the late 80's but has Star Wars fans, how will you survive between RotS and the upcoming TV Series? What will you be doing to keep your fandom alive?

What are your opinion and comments about this subject? Send them (or phone number for us to call) to studio@swendirect.com or in this thread below.

The live broadcast begins this Tuesday at 7PM Eastern

 

Star Wars en Direct #59 - October 11th, 2005
Dark Nest II : The Unseen Queen

During this episode we will discuss the second novel of Troy Denning's Dark Nest Trilogy... The Unseen Queen.

Troy Denning will also drop by again to talk a bit about the novel with us.

What are your comments or reviews about The Unseen Queen? You have a question for Troy? Send them (or phone number for us to call) to studio@swendirect.com.

The live broadcast begins this Tuesday at 7PM Eastern

Listen live to experience the true nature of our show. See ya Tuesday!

 

Star Wars en Direct #60 - October 18th, 2005
Star Wars Tales of the Jedi
Episode III DVD pre-reviewed
During this episode we will discuss and review the Tales of the Jedi Graphic Novels.
And with the upcoming release of Episode III DVD next week, Chris Gore will let us know if it's a buy, rent or pass..

The Tales of the Jedi depict the story of the fall of the the sith Empire and it's further rise amongst the heart of the Old Republic.
Taking us from Ossus to the Empress Teta System, these tales let us remember some of the most important Jedi and their legacy in the Force.
With Actions taken 4000 years before the battle of Yavin, we can still today feel the ripples in the Force of the stories of Exar Kun, Ulic Qel Droma and Nomi Sunrider.

What are your comments or reviews about the Tales of the Jedi graphic novels? Send them (or phone number for us to call) to studio@swendirect.com or in this thread in our new SWD message board which we encourage you to register.

The live broadcast begins this Tuesday at 7PM Eastern
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Star Wars en Direct #60 - October 18th, 2005
The last of the Star Wars movies hits DVD today and we will be discussing this very special event in Star Wars Fandom.

Packed fulled of extras this DVD includes:
-Commentary by: writer-director George Lucas, producer Rick McCallum, animation director Rob Coleman, and ILM visual effects supervisors John Knoll and Roger GuyettUnknown Format
-Exclusive deleted scenes with introductions by George Lucas and Rick McCallum
-"Within a Minute" documentary film about the making of the Mustafar battle
-"The Chosen One" featurette: George Lucas traces the myth of Darth Vader through episodes 1-6
-"It's All for Real: The Stunts of Episode III"
-and more

And we will have been checking them out over the weekend, and ready to tell you all about them.

Comments or questions about the last episode to be released on DVD? Send them (or you telephone number so we can call you during our live broadcast) to studio@swendirect.com or in this thread on our message board.

The live broadcast begins this Tuesday at 7PM Eastern
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Star Wars en Direct #63 - November 8th, 2005
Star Wars: The Ultimate Visual Guide Review
The Star Wars: The Ultimate Visual Guide recently published book goes through the whole Star Wars Sage from beginning to end visually. From comics, to novels, to video games, to the films, to the collectibles everything is covered in this expansive guide.

Comments or questions about The Ultimate Visual Guide? Send them (or phone number for us to call) to studio@swendirect.com or in this thread in our new SWD message board where we encourage you to register.

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Star Wars en Direct #64 - November 15th, 2005
Star Wars Battlefront II

Battlefront I was already an extroardinary game to play, putting you straight in the action of the most epic battles of the Star Wars Universe.

Does Battlefront II live up to the expectation?
Find out this week on Star Wars en Direct as we go deep into Star Wars Battlefront II, the Call of Duty equivalent for the Star Wars fans.

Comments or questions about Battlefront II? Send them (or phone number for us to call) to studio@swendirect.com or in this thread in our new SWD message board where we encourage you to register.

The live broadcast begins this Tuesday at 7PM Eastern
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Star Wars en Direct #66 - November 29th, 2005
The Grand Army of the Republic

Of the many governing entities that ruled over the galaxy of the Star Wars universe, the Republic of the galaxy stood up for many thousands of years with the help of the Jedi Council.

With all the brewing political troubles, the Jedi grew thin and a new order was needed to maintain peace in the Galaxy.

Emperor Palpatine saw the need for a grand army of the republic long before is nomination as a Chancellor, and he made certain that it would be around for his times of needs.

Find out more about the mens behind the helmets, the so called clones and their proud ways.

Do you have comments or questions about Mandalorians? Send them (or phone number for us to call) to studio@swendirect.com or in this thread in our new SWD message board where we encourage you to register.

The live broadcast begins this Tuesday at 7PM Eastern
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Star Wars en Direct #72 - January 22nd, 2006
The Most Powerful Force User

Light Side or Dark Side?
Yoda? Palpatine? Odan Urr? Jacen? Anakin? Qui Gon Jinn?

Who may it be?

Of course, don't refrain yourself from digging up whoever you may think is the most powerful Force user.

The Force is what gives a Jedi his power. It's an energy field created by all living things. It surrounds us and penetrates us. It binds the galaxy together.
- Obi-Wan Kenobi -

But does it really make one more powerful than the other?
Bring in your research and prove your points during the next show's debate.

Midichlorian counts are not research and they will not be actually taken into consideration during this debate.

So, who is the most powerful force user?

Have any opinion on this subject? Well, just send them (or your phone number for us to call) to studio@swendirect.com or in this thread in our SWD message board where we encourage you to register.

The live broadcast begins this Sunday at 7PM Eastern
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Dark Nest III: The Swarn War

The Galaxy teeters on the edge of another devastating war with the three major powers of the galaxy at lockerheards.

Will the gamble of a seemingly impetuous Jedi Knight pay off?

Will Luke Skywalker be able to unity the fractured Jedi Order?

Will the Killiks overrun the Chiss or will the Chiss exterminate the bugs first?

The thrilling end to the Dark Nest trilogy by Troy Denning is the subject of Star Wars en Direct.

Would like to give your review or opinion about Dark Nest III: The Swarm War ? Well, just send them (or your phone number for us to call) to studio@swendirect.com or in this thread on our SWD message board.

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Star Wars en Direct #77 - February 26th, 2006
Star Wars: Empire at War

As the fan club presidency moves forward, this week we discuss the new video game Star Wars: Empire at war.

Set a few years before the events of Episode IV A New Hope, the game let players rewrite history as well as experience the aftermath of Star Wars: Episode III Revenge of the Sith, the creation of the Rebel Alliance, and Darth Vader?s rise to power.

Have you played the game? Campaign mode or Online with your friends?

Send us your comments on this week topics (or your phone number for us to call) to studio@swendirect.com or in this thread on our SWD message board where we encourage you to register: http://www.swendirect.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=253

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Star Wars en Direct #78 - March 5th, 2006
Star Wars: Republic Commando
Triple Zero

THIS SHOW WILL BE AIRED EARLIER THAN USUAL
Sunday @ 4:00 PM eastern standard time.

On this week's edition of Star Wars en Direct, we will be interviewing Karen Traviss about her latest novel: Star Wars Republic Commando: Triple Zero..

Triple Zero not only features good old Omega Squad from Hard Contact, but also a few friends picked up along the road since then, Null ARCs, Delta Squad and quite a few more are all part of the intrigue and history found within the pages of this novel.

As Omega Squad comes back to Coruscant, they meet back with some old friends, but they also realize that war is far from being contained within the outer rim territories.

Send us your comments on this week topics (or your phone number for us to call) to studio@swendirect.com or in this thread on our SWD message board where we encourage you to register: http://www.swendirect.com/forums/viewtopic.php?t=262

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Star Wars en Direct #79 - March 12th, 2006
Star Wars: Republic Commando
Triple Zero

THE SHOW WILL BE AIRED AS USUAL
Sunday @ 7:00 PM eastern standard time.

On this week's edition of Star Wars en Direct, we will be reviewing Star Wars Republic Commando: Triple Zero..

Triple Zero not only features good old Omega Squad from Hard Contact, but also a few friends picked up along the road since then, Null ARCs, Delta Squad and quite a few more are all part of the intrigue and history found within the pages of this novel.

As Omega Squad comes back to Coruscant, they meet back with some old friends, but they also realize that war is far from being contained within the outer rim territories.

Send us your comments on this week topics (or your phone number for us to call) to studio@swendirect.com or in this thread on our SWD message board where we encourage you to register: http://www.swendirect.com/forums/viewforum.php?f=2

The live broadcast begins this Sunday at 7PM Eastern
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