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Back to Business
Mike Wagganer makes his triumphant return to the mic! Ed, Carl and Mike recover from the Hangout fumble, and talk Star Wars, Star Trek, dirty secrets, and have a little KESSEL RUN! Join us live at the Google Hangout: https://plus.google.com/u/0/112869060561726167432/posts…
Ice Meltin' Show
Spring is upon us! Carl and Ed send Winter a-packin with tales of The Blues Brothers, UFO Zombies, comics, movies, and the new flock of crappy Star Wars toys. Plus: The Star Wars Rumor Report with Andrew Stamm. Special Thanks: - The Blues Brothers - Can't Turn You Loose, Rubber Biscuit - Cymande - Bra - Al Green - I'm So Glad You're Mine…
Just Add Carl
With our own Mike out of broadcasting commission we've asked veteran podcaster and longtime friend of VOR Carl Watkins to fill in for a spell. And GURL does he know how to fill you in. Also: Stealing from the Brits, old Jews, The Blues Brothers, The Book of Mormon, House of Cards, and in defense of the mustache.…
JJ Abrams: The Next Maker - Star Wars Rumor Report Special
Ed is joined by Star Wars Rumor Report correspondent Andrew Stamm, and friend of VOR Carl Watkins. The trio discuss the announcement of J.J. Abrams as the director of the next Star Wars film, what it took to happen, and what it could mean for the franchise. Special Thanks: Brian Eno - Needles in a Camel's Eye…
Disney Buys Lucasfilm! With Carl Watkins
The news that every Star Wars fan and movie afficianado has been talking about, the Disney/Lucasfilm deal. What will this mean for the Star Wars brand? What does it mean to the future of the story? What is the fans' reaction? More importantly, what is Voice of the Republic's reaction?…
ELECTION 2012
Feeling confused and overwhelmed when you think about the presidential election? Tired of fighting across the aisle? Do you want to scrap the whole thing and move to Canada? Voice of the Republic is here to help! We've enlisted the help of two correspondents, David Baroldy and Leonard Warren, to create a sort of "Cliff's Notes" guide to the main issues that are affecting America. We hope it helps everyone cut through the party rhetoric, so feel free to hit us up via email or Facebook and speak your mind.…
Star Wars Celebration VI
Ed and Mike get back to their roots, and look forward to this month's Celebration: a Star Wars convention in Orlando, Florida. Also: teenage drivers, and Mike's million dollar idea for DMVs. Special Thanks: The Smiths - Barbarism Begins At Home The Revolutionaries - Earthquake Dub Kooley High - Back Home…
Special Guest - Carl Watkins
When it comes to Mike, there can be only one. This can also be said of Carl Watkins. If they ever meet will one fight the other to the death? For the ultimate prize of omnipotent knowledge? Only time will tell. Until then Carl and Ed chat about My Little Pony, quality storytelling, Joes vs. Tranfsormers, and the passing of Ted Dinslow.…
Lifestyles of the Voice of the Republic
Ed and Mike catch up in the middle of their separate life changes, and bring the humorous, philosophical conversation that you love and adore. You do, don't you? Don't you? PLEASE LOVE US. But really, from Firefly/Serenity to Bed Bugs, VOR goes deep, goes dark, and pulls it back up into the light to bring you solid conversational podcasting. Special Thanks: The New Division - Starfield Kool and The Gang - Summer Madness The Fall - Sparta 2XX…
Who's there? Mike and... Eddie?
Don't go burning down your local movie theater adorned in VOR t-shirts and Clone helmets, but VOR is back, albeit briefly. Mike and Ed return to your future box to catch up, talk some Star Wars smack, and look back on the last year. Bring us along as you attempt to finish your last-munute shopping, or if you need to escape your screaming wife and/or children. We're back for YOU! Special Thanks: Martin Solveig and Dragonette - Hello The Joy Formidable - Whirring…
MAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOUR ASSES, Pt.1
They said there wasn't that much Star Wars to talk about. They said we needed to grow up, and move on. They said we said "um" too much. But our fans said we were the best Star Wars podcast out there. Guess who was right?…
MAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOUR ASSES Pt. 2
Star Wars rolls on, like mysterious paragraphs of words scrolling onward into the great, unknown universe. Voice of the Republic, however, has read that scroll too many times to count. We're hanging up our blasters, and becoming the crazy old hermits we are supposed to be. Ah, fuck that. You know we're going to be here making bigger noises of our own. We hope you follow us on our journeys, separate though they may be. We thank you for all the years of downloading, listening, and urging us onward. Come by and see us any time. The shows are up forever, and the Vorum never closes.…
We're Sorry... That's Never Happened To Us Before...
Really, that was... just... wow. Sorry. You don't have to say, that, we know how it is, but listen. We're eating less beef, and drinking more green tea with ginseng. We're even doing push-ups. Yeah, totally! Like 10 for every commercial during Murder She Wrote. Next time, raincheck, for real. Anyway, we got a great show for you, giving you what you deserve - The Future of Star Wars!* We never do this, but feel free to skip the previous regular episode.…
VOR Profile: Luke Skywalker
From a boy to a man with a robotic hand, Ed, Mike, and Joel gather to celebrate and discuss the rise, fall, and rise and fall of the new hope from Tatooine. And the hair. Tune in for discussion of Luke, the EU, CV, and Republicomm!…
Sympathy For The Devil
Is it possible that George Lucas is innocent for the decline of the Star Wars legacy? If so who is to blame for the current onslaught of inferior spin-offs, conspicuous consumption, tracheotomies, divorce and even Star Wars Babies? Yes, that's right. Learn all about it, and about the hot women who love our show (not just our moms, by the way) on the newest Voice of the Republic podcast. Subscribe NOW!…
VOR: Worlds Apart
Orlando's MegaCon, fan feedback, These damn kids, what's in a name, Moulin Rouge, The Weather Girls, Winter Rex, Celebration V, and much, much, MUCH more! Special Thanks: When Did The Lights Go Out - Pixie Carnation Easy - The Commodores (remix)…
VOR Fans ROCK!
The Treacherous Three are back after an extended absence from the airways and e-ways. Joel, Mike and Ed throw down about Toy Fair, corresponding with favorite authors, and answers to fan questions. Also: VOR gets the Kessel Runs, Republicomm love, Toy Fair and more! Special Thanks: Quiet Riot/ - Metal Health Metallica - For Whom The Bell Tolls Lita Ford - Kiss Me Deadly…
The November Show
Just in time, the original hosts are all together for a special extended edition of VOR! We are back to discuss transsexuals, droppin' deuces, tender moments, listening to records, bromance, and Turner and Hooch! Oh, yeah, some Star Wars, too.…
That September Feeling
The winds change, the air cools, and the cicadas have all faded away. Kids are in school, pools are closing for the year. The flood of summer fun gives way to the slow calm of Autumn, and the anticipation of changing leaves, bundling up, and the onset of snowflakes and the holiday season. And that means TOYS! Ed and Mike are joined this time by Ed's friend Martin, from the U.K. The Force is strong with VOR as they hash about video games, Karen Traviss, and, of course, lots of toy talk.…
The Jedi Order
A.k.a. Hangover of the Republic, Mike and Ed are back to rap about the dudes that first made us wonder "what can brown do for you?" We go deep with our thoughts on the Jedi and their role in the fall of the Republic. Also: Republic Commando, VOR TV, Order 66, joining the Army IRL and more!…
Special Guest: Steven Mangold
We are joined by author and contributing wrtiter Steven Mangold, who fills in while Mike is on Naboo for a safari. Steve has been a frequent contributor to the LJ here as "sevenredblurs", as well as caller to the show. He boasts a 7'10" 260 LB frame and was an undefeated cage fighter in his home country of Labia. Special Thanks: Beatles - Love You To StereoLab - Escape Pod Dio - Holy Diver…
The Yikes!
You know the feeling when you eat too much sugar on Halloween and you feel like your windpipe is closing up, your palms are sweaty and your tongue no longer tastes... taste? Now, do you also know how similar that is to when you see something that is so cheesy and off base from something you love? That's the Yikes. Also known as the heebie-jeebies and the creepy-crawlies, this show is about things in the history of Star Wars that go astray from the pure story, the solid characters and the integrity of the brand. Mace's Purple Passion? The Marriage of Mara Jade and Luke? Wha happened? VOR fans! Let us know what has given YOU the Yikes! Call the Republicomm at 407-347-2107. Special Thanks: K's Choice - Not An Addict Lionel Richie - Still Starbuck - Moonlight…
Boldly Going there...
Devin from Rhode Island asked us what our thoughts were on Star Trek, and also about Star Trek vs, Star Wars. We do our best to compare and contrast between these two sci -fi giants and the fandom and franchises they spawned. Special Thanks: Christopher Cross - Ride Like The Wind The Girl From Ipanema - Astrud Gilberto, João Gilberto & Stan Getz Tenacious D - Star Trek Theme with lyrics Billy Idol - Dancin With Myself…
Halloween in the Stars
Spooky tales by the fireside... Childhood costumes... Dark Magic... and burning bums. We also apologize for the equipment malfunction buzz. Special Thanks: Bauhaus - Bela Lugosi Is Dead The Specials - Ghost Town Benny Goodman - Chloe Tommy Dorsey - Manhattan Serenade Orson Welles - The War Of The Worlds You, our listeners EDIT: I've re-uploaded this episode for better audio, so feel free to re-up yours. :)…
VERSUS II: Imperial Boogaloo
We run through the rest of the comparative list, vent some more gripes, and tackle the weight of the show on our shoulders while the love of Star Wars, and our Fans, keep us going week after week. Special Thanks: Culture Club - Do You Really Want To Hurt Me Queen - Princes of the Universe…
VERSUS
Dark vs. Light... CG vs puppets... Sabers vs. Blasters... It's a lightning round discussion of preferences and who or what emerges victorious in this succulent, scintillating episode! Also called The Red Saber Diaries. Special Thanks: Culture Club - I'll Tumble For Ya Alan Parsons Project - Sirius Black Sheep - This or That…
VOR: Driven To Extremes
We lament about the Star Wars collectible market, and offer solutions to git our endz. Also: toy memories and mud butt. Special Thanks: Missing Persons: Walking in L.A. Vince Guaraldi Trio - Christmas Song Britney Spears - My Prerogative Curtis Mayfield - Pusherman…
How Do You Get Your Star Wars Fix?
Is it books? Games? Your own Kessel Runs? We discuss what we do to scratch the Star Wars itch, and go from fixes to what's broken. Special Thanks: Ministry - Just One Fix The Doors - The End The Cars - Just What I Needed…
State of the Republic Address
We discuss what's new with the show, upcoming events, other SW podcasts, and other franchise-related topics. Hopefully not too bad a fall into the pit of narcissism and shaky self-esteem. Special Thanks: Aqua - Barbie Girl Jurassic 5 - Concrete and Clay…
What If...? Luke's Promise
Luke is a hero with a heart, but what if his drive to become a Jedi meant the chance to sacrifice his friends? We discuss.. Also, more Endor misadventures, Twi'lek hotties, broken bones, fire and more! Special Thanks: The Broken West - Down in the Valley Gradmaster Flash and the Furious Five - The Message…
Princess Leia (Skywalker) Organa
Senator. Rebel. Warrior. Woman. She broke the mold for Sci Fi female roles forever, and even Padme seems to be a knock off of this complex icon of Star Wars. Special Thanks: Under The Stairs - Acid Rain Drops Neil Diamond - He Ain't Heavy, He's My Brother Star Wars Radio Drama Night on Bare Mountain…
Palpatine
We return to the glory of FM-quality sound with a great conversation about Palpatine, also known as Darth Sideous. Who is he? What are his motives? Is he just a Bad Guy? Tune in and find out. Special Thanks: Ian MacDiarmid Black Moon - How Many MCs Beaver Brown Band - Dark Side…
LIVE: Modern changes to the Saga
we discuss changes to the OT in the Special Edition and recent DVD release. VOR is also joined by calls and conversations via TalkShow Live, so it CAN work, kids! One of our roughest shows yet. Special Thanks: Boys Don't Cry - I Wanna Be A Cowboy The Blackbyrds - Change (Makes You Wanna Hustle)…
Live Show - SW TV Speculation and Musings
We think we have a grip on the live thing, and we'll use it going forward. Joel and Ed discuss the upcoming television projects, as well as toy news, weather and sports. Ok, just kidding. But Joel does have a good Star Wars Day! Special Thanks: Lakeside - All The Way Live Ted Leo and the Pharmacists…
Meet Bonnie Burton
Bonnie Burton, writer and major contributor to StarWars.com, Bust magazine, and her own grrl.com., talks with us about the growing chunk of Star Wars in her life. Special Thanks: Los Campesinos! - You! Me! Dancing! White Stripes - Icky Thump…
Star Wars Events: Hype or Hip?
We talk about recent SW events including SW Weekends at Disney and Celebration 4, and was enough effort and heart put into them. Thanks to: The Weather Girls - It's Raining Men Al Green - How Can You Mend a Broken Heart Elvis Presley - Viva Las Vegas…
V.O.R. Commentary: Episode IV A New Hope
We do our take on the movie that started it al, A New Hope! Also known as just plain Star Wars, we hang out with you the listener as we coment on the DVD. Used is the most recent version of the movies, but not the 1977 DVD re-release, because we assume more people have this version than the 1977 version. Enjoy!…
The Fandom Menace
We announce the winners of our Show Us Your Junk Contest, introduce our new voice mail: 407-347-2107, and discuss how the integrity of some characters can be eroded with bad writing and stereotyping that is supported by the fans. Music props: Peter Bjorn and John - Amsterdam Sniff 'n The Tears - Drivers Seat…
The Great Outsides
Its really Episode 18. Recorded on Mike's front porch, we discuss the first 20 minutes that were lost after a crash, crazy cats, listener mail, the Junk Contest, the Sith, Erasure and more! Special thanks to Tracy and the following: ? Fred Rogers ? Beastie Boys - Shadrach ? Pet Shop Boys - West End Girls ? Crickets…
Bantha Session
Anything and everything that comes to our minds. Strange night for audio, Ed blames impending illness. New toys. The Seductive Count Dooku. Listener mail, and much more! Music this episode: Shaun Cassidy - Doo Ron Ron Gotan Project - Diferente What a Feeling - Unknown Mew - Am I Wry? No…
Vader
The Dark Father, the Man In Black, the Sadist ATM Machine. Whatever you call him, Darth Vader is one of the most regcognized icons of evil in the Star Wars galaxy and our own. We'll explore the apppeal of this character as an archvillain, and as a good guy who got in with bad friends. Vader's Theme by John Williams Back in Black by AC-DC…
Force Unleashed
It seems that the official announcement of this new Star Wars game has stoked the fire in our fandom! We continue the discussion of this game, and what it means to the greater Star Wars picture. Mike rejoins us for an official Mega Con wrap-up, and we discuss Force Unleashed with game lover and SW fan, Seth.…
Droids... and more
We discuss the world of droids in the Star Wars universe including everyone's favorite: R2-D2. Well... we TRY to. We think it's our best show yet, and we've decided to go for quality over live speed for this one. Live shows will still happen, but we'll let you know when they do.…
Voice Of The Republic
V.O.R. is back! Join comic book artists Mike Wagganer and Ed Siemienkowicz as they shoot the bull about life, love, comics, politics, and of course, Star Wars. Hilarious insight on everything under the sun, and also featuring guest hosts from time to time. Updated monthly. More info at www.VORradio.com This Podcast was created using www.talkshoe.com