562: Remembering Margaret Kerry: Our Fairy Podmother

Star Wars gets spooky for the Halloween season! Author Kiersten White joins us to talk about the first middle-grade Star Wars horror novel, Hiding from the Dark: A Star Wars Horror Novel! Kiersten explains how she approached writing suspense for younger readers, while still making the novel compelling for all ages. What makes Darth Vader so terrifying through the eyes of 12-year-old Bia? Kiersten shares the real-world inspirations behind the story's fears, from darkness to confined spaces. We also explore planetary ecosystems, unusual Star Wars names, and her own Jedi namesake! Hiding From The Dark summary Bia must flee her home on Coruscant and search for her mother while pursued by Imperial forces. But the greatest threat is a mysterious figure in black whose relentless pursuit turns her journey into a nightmare. What does Bia possess that the Empire wants so desperately—and can she escape the darkness closing in? We also celebrate Carrie Fisher on what would have been her 70th birthday, honoring the fierce spirit and loyalty that made her our princess and protector. Share your Halloween memories! We're including more Skywalker videos in next week's episode. Record yourself sharing a favorite Halloween memory—from childhood or a recent celebration—and send your clip to [email protected]. PODCAST SPONSORS Skywalking Through Neverland is an official Laughing Place Partner Podcast - check out laughingplace.com for Disney news and opinions. Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you. 👉 Sponsor: SpiritJersey now has their own Star Wars & Disney license! Shop at spiritjersey.com and get FREE shipping with code SKYWLKNVD. SUPPORT THE SHOW Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content. CONTACT US Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland Send emails to [email protected] and follow us on Facebook. If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review! Never Land on Alderaan!

Luke Skywalker has gone from hero of the Rebellion to suspected murderer! Hey Hey, Skywalkers! We return to Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics with 1982's issue #62, "Pariah!"—a pivotal chapter in the beloved Shira Brie storyline. Richard revisits this dramatic issue from his childhood and learns he wasn't the only kid who had to look up "pariah." Sarah shares her first-time reactions and artistic observations, and our Skywalkers weigh in on Walt Simonson's striking red, black, and white cover. We also reveal our favorite panels, favorite dialogue, and the issue's most non-Star Wars moment. Skywalking Force member Ben Avechuco joins us as the Hulk in "The Incredible Hulk and the Twins of Evil," a vintage Marvel/Hostess crossover advertisement! DM us if you'd like to voice a character in a future show. Issue #62: "PARIAH!" After trusting the Force and shooting down Shira Brie's TIE fighter, Luke is shunned by his fellow Rebels and begins questioning everything Ben Kenobi and Yoda taught him. Has the Force betrayed him—or was Shira hiding something? With a little help from Lando Calrissian and Chewbacca, Luke takes the Millennium Falcon to Shira's homeworld of Shalyvane. There he discovers that her story may have been a lie, survives a Trial by Ordeal, activates a mysterious transmitter with his own blood, and comes face-to-face with Darth Vader! Release date: May 18th, 1982 Written by: David Michelinie & Walt Simonson Artwork by: Walt Simonson & Tom Palmer Cover Art: Walt Simonson About Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics For those new to our CMSWC sub-series, we are working our way through the original Star Wars comic run published by Marvel from 1977 to 1986. Along the way, we share childhood memories, first-time reactions, artistic observations, and connections to later Star Wars films, series, novels, comics, video games, and even theme parks. Think of it as a Star Wars history lesson, celebrating what we love. We take our Facebook Group Comments on the cover into account as we analyze this issue. Become a part of our Facebook Group to contribute! Contact Us Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland Join us every week on YouTube for a behind-the-scenes look at our show. Send emails to [email protected] and follow us on Facebook.

Tom Spina takes us behind the scenes of the "Star Wars in Motion" exhibit at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles! Usually, our conversations with Tom revolve around monsters, creatures, and whether they wear pants. This time, we're exploring how Tom Spina Designs created the hyper-real, life-sized figures that bring some of our favorite Star Wars characters to life inside the museum. After our initial visit, we had plenty of questions. How were those remarkably lifelike faces sculpted? What goes into the approval process? And how do you create a figure to display an iconic movie costume? We explore the work behind characters including farmboy Luke, Princess Leia, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Mace Windu, Darth Maul, Zam Wesell, and Anakin Skywalker at different stages of his life. Plus, there's a new addition to look for on your next visit: young Anakin is now seated in the Naboo starfighter in the library building, making him the museum's third Anakin mannequin! Which character blew you away the most? Let us know in the comments! PODCAST SPONSORS Skywalking Through Neverland is an official Laughing Place Partner Podcast - check out laughingplace.com for Disney news and opinions. Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you. 👉 Sponsor: SpiritJersey now has their own Star Wars & Disney license! Shop at spiritjersey.com and get FREE shipping with code SKYWLKNVD. SUPPORT THE SHOW Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content. CONTACT US Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland Send emails to [email protected] and follow us on Facebook. If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review! Never Land on Alderaan!

Want to visit Tatooine with us? Galaxy Tours founder Davin Anderson joins Richard and Sarah to reveal the itinerary for Skywalking Through Tunisia, March 1–6, 2027. We'll explore 12 Star Wars filming locations and three Raiders of the Lost Ark sites together. Davin shares why he started Galaxy Tours, what makes this group trip special, and what to expect from the accommodations and filming locations. We also cover practical questions about packing and taking photos. Richard and Sarah will co-host the journey, bringing trivia, fun facts, and games along the way. The tour is emotional and incredible. We will watch A New Hope at the Lars Homestead; ride ATV's and pretend you're on a landspeeder or a podracer in the location where Lucasfilm shot A New Hope and The Phantom Menace; come upon Luke's iconic domed homestead at sunset. The tour is all-inclusive of food, accommodations, and tour guides, and is $3,995 per person. Skywalkers can save 10% when they book by October 4, just type in the code "skywalking" at check-out. It's also Skywalking Through Neverland's 13th anniversary! Celebrate with us as we get ready to kick off the 50th anniversary of Star Wars on the real-world Tatooine. Tour dates: March 1–6, 2027 Skywalker discount deadline: October 4 Tour details and booking: https://galaxytours.com/product/star-wars-tour-tunisia-6-day-twin-suns-group-tour-2027-davin-anderson-skywalking-podcast-network/ PODCAST SPONSORS Skywalking Through Neverland is an official Laughing Place Partner Podcast - check out laughingplace.com for Disney news and opinions. Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you. 👉 Sponsor: SpiritJersey now has their own Star Wars & Disney license! Shop at spiritjersey.com and get FREE shipping with code SKYWLKNVD. SUPPORT THE SHOW Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content. CONTACT US Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland Send emails to [email protected] and follow us on Facebook. If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review! Never Land on Alderaan!

This episode features three more incredible interviews recorded at Rebel Scum Con III - Star Wars artist Danny Haas, stunt performer Matt Leonard (Zeb Orellios, The Mandalorian and Grogu) and actor Charlie Bushnell (Riley Lawson, Maul: Shadow Lord / Luke, Percy Jackson and the Olympians)! 🎨 Licensed Disney and Lucasfilm artist Danny Haas shares some great insight into how an artist becomes officially licensed by Disney and Lucasfilm. He also takes us inside his creative process. We adore Danny's Star Wars art, so he explains how Ahsoka became one of his signature subjects and why Luke Skywalker remains his favorite character. Growing up near Walt Disney World also played a major role in Danny's artistic journey. 💥 Matt Leonard takes us behind the scenes of physically portraying Zeb Orrelios in The Mandalorian Season 3—even though he didn't initially know he was playing Zeb! He recalls working with Jon Favreau, performing a huge stunt with Lateef Crowder for The Mandalorian & Grogu and stepping inside an AT-AT set. Matt also shares what it was like watching Antony Starr transform into Homelander on The Boys. 🎙️ Charlie Bushnell discusses voicing Riley Lawson in Maul: Shadow Lord, his lifelong love of The Clone Wars and the Ahsoka inspiration behind his performance. He also teases an expanded storyline for Luke Castellan and Annabeth in Season 3 of Percy Jackson and the Olympians (coming to Disney+ on November 20th). Which interview surprised you the most? Let us know in the comments! PODCAST SPONSORS Skywalking Through Neverland is an official Laughing Place Partner Podcast - check out laughingplace.com for Disney news and opinions. Small World Vacations is an official sponsor of Skywalking Through Neverland. Contact them for a no obligation price quote at www.smallworldvacations.com. Tell them Skywalking Through Neverland sent you. 👉 Sponsor: SpiritJersey now has their own Star Wars & Disney license! Shop at spiritjersey.com and get FREE shipping with code SKYWLKNVD. SUPPORT THE SHOW Find out how you can become a part of the Skywalking Force and unlock bonus content. CONTACT US Instagram: http://instagram.com/skywalkingpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/skywalkingthroughneverland Send emails to [email protected] and follow us on Facebook. If you dug this episode, click over to iTunes | Stitcher | YouTube and leave us a review! Never Land on Alderaan!