Binge Mode: Marvel

Mal and Jason dive deep into the premier episode of the Disney+ series ‘The Mandalorian’ by exploring how motivation drives the characters in the pilot, examining the history of Mandalore leading up to the events of the show, sharing eight of their favorite insights and observations from the episode, and awarding the Medal of Bravery to a 'Star Wars' television MVP. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion

Mal and Jason discuss the music and sounds of the 'Star Wars' universe by exploring the legacy of John Williams’s compositions, examining the films' iconic sound design, sharing eight of the most essential cues from the franchise with special guest Isaac Lee, and awarding the Medal of Bravery to their favorite scenes that the music elevates the most. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion Guest: Isaac Lee

Mal and Jason dive deep into the second episode of the Disney+ series ‘The Mandalorian’ by exploring how the unfamiliar surrounds our protagonists, examining Jawas, sharing eight of their favorite insights and observations from the episode, and awarding the Medal of Bravery to the titular child. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion

Mal and Jason answer questions submitted by you, the listeners! Topics include: a ‘Freaky Friday’ body swap with a ‘Star Wars’ character, the essential ingredients for a lightsaber duel, the top tearjerker scenes, the most underutilized characters, and much more. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion

Mal and Jason dive deep into the third episode of the Disney+ series ‘The Mandalorian’ by exploring how allegiances affect the central characters, examining the Bounty Hunters' Guild’s code, sharing eight of their favorite insights and observations from the episode, and awarding the Medal of Bravery to a brave protector. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion

Mal and Jason dive deep into the film that started it all: ‘Star Wars: Episode IV—A New Hope' by exploring the call to adventure that defines the story, examining how Westerns influenced this iconic movie, sharing eight of their favorite insights and observations from the film, and awarding the Medal of Bravery to an unlikely hero. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion

Mal and Jason dive deep into the fourth installment of the Disney+ series ‘The Mandalorian’ by exploring how community drives the plot of the episode, examining the AT-ST walker, sharing eight of their favorite insights and observations from the episode, and awarding the Medal of Bravery to an impressive warrior. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion

Mal and Jason answer questions submitted by you, the listeners! Topics include: the best villain trio to combat the rebels, rom-com stories centered around ‘Star Wars’ characters, re-casting the original trilogy in the present day, current athletes to base a clone army on, and much more. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion

Mal and Jason dive deep into the fifth installment of the Disney+ series ‘The Mandalorian’ by exploring the nature of negotiation in the episode, examining the iconic planet Tatooine, sharing eight of their favorite insights and observations from the episode, and awarding the Medal of Bravery to a compassionate mechanic. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion

Mal and Jason dive deep into the iconic ‘Star Wars: Episode V—The Empire Strikes Back’ by exploring the revelations that define the story, examining the off-screen events between ‘A New Hope’ and ‘The Empire Strikes Back,’ sharing eight of their favorite insights and observations from the film, and awarding the Medal of Bravery to a ruthless villain. Hosts: Mallory Rubin and Jason Concepcion