Best Coffee With Kenobis Podcasts (2025)

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CWK Show #823: Andor- "I Have Friends Everywhere" Part Two 43:48

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On today’s show, Colby Mead (The Colby Cast) and John Alois (The Hyperion Hub) return for part two of our conversation of the fifth episode in season two of Andor, “I Have Friends Everywhere.” We discuss Bix and Luthen’s conversation in detail, debate Luthen’s motivation, and reflect on the episode's title and its broader impact. Pull up a chair, g…

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SWR Ep. 214: Saga World Report for 6/20/2025 17:24

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Welcome to Star Wars Reactions! Our very own Aaron Harris hosts our all new Saga World Report for June 20, 2025! This week, Aaron explores what is upcoming in the world of Star Wars on the screen and in publishing, plus discusses the upcoming Ocala Comic Con they will be attending. He also discusses upcoming episodes of SWR and options for our soci…

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Episode 246: Degenhart Walt Disney World 2025 Trip Part 1 14:38

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Shawn Degenhart and family are in Walt Disney World! Shawn has a day-by-day recap of his adventures in Magic Kingdom and EPCOT this week. He has thoughts on Lightning Lane, afternoon breaks and has other takes. Hosts John Alois, Shawn Degenhart and John Redlingshafer would love to hear from you! Email or send a recorded audio message at podcast@the…

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SWR Ep. 213: Random Chatter, Vol 9 35:04

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Welcome to Star Wars Reactions! Guess who’s back, back again? SWR is back! Celebrate! That’s right folks, your ears do not deceive you! Hosts Aaron Harris and David Modders are back for an all new SWR after a long, unscheduled hiatus and for their return, they sit down for the ninth volume of our Random Chatter series! This edition of Random Chatte…

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Episode 245: Walt Disney's Cinderella in Full Score from Shawn Degenhart Music 30:00

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We’re taking a deep dive into the Cinderella Study Score published by our own Shawn Degenhart. What inspired him to create the book? How was it to work with Disney? What all is included in the book besides the score itself? We’ll also take a closer look at long time composer and Disney Legend Oliver Wallace. Purchase Walt Disney’s Cinderella in Ful…

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CWK Show #822: Andor- "I Have Friends Everywhere" Part One 37:54

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On today’s show, join Colby Mead (The Colby Cast), John Alois (The Hyperion Hub), and me for part one of our discussion of the fifth episode in season two of Andor, “I Have Friends Everywhere.” We discuss the cinematography of the series, character dichotomy, and debate Syril Karn’s motivation. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some…

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Episode 244: Catching Up With Our Disney Views 19:57

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We’re covering many topics this week including the new Disney Park coming to Abu Dhabi. We’ll share our thoughts. We’ll also talk about the American parks and new summer attractions. John Alois has a mini MCU review of Thunderbolts*. Lilo and Stitch is cleaning up at the box office. Does that mean more live action remakes are on the way? That and m…

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CWK Show #821: Andor- "Ever Been To Ghorman?" 57:05

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On today’s show, Mark Newbold (Fantha Tracks), Daz Davies (CWK Alliance), and I discuss the fourth episode in season two of Andor, “Ever Been To Ghorman?” We discuss the escalation of tension, seeing different sides of the Empire, and what’s going on with Cassian and Bix. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi. Jo…

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Episode 243: Disney Fest 2025 Presentations Part 2 23:34

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We’re wrapping up Disney Fest 2025 which was held a few weeks ago at the Peoria Riverfront Museum in Peoria, IL. Author JB Kaufman is giving us a history lesson on Donald Duck. He’ll talk about some of his early shorts including The Wise Little Hen (1934), Mr Duck Steps Out (1940) and A Good Time For a Dime (1941.) Then we’ll learn about the final …

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CWK Show #820: Fanhome's Build Your Own Darth Vader 35:41

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On today's show, I speak with Fanhome’s Gianluca Latini about the 1:2 scale Build Your Own Darth Vader subscription model kit based on The Empire Strikes Back. Gianluca discusses what makes this unique collectible so special, the immense detail featured, and what it's like to collaborate with Lucasfilm. Additionally, I briefly discuss my contributi…

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Episode 242: Disney Fest 2025 Presentations Part 1 39:14

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Disney authors and historians JB Kaufman and Mindy Johnson join us this week! We’re back at Disney Fest 2025 to hear their presentations from the annual event. Joining them are organizer Steve Spain and our very own Shawn Degenhart. As part of the event there were several classic Disney Films shown. This week we’ll focus on Cinderella, Alice in Won…

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CWK Show #819: Andor- "Harvest" 57:19

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On today’s show, John Heil (CWK Alliance), Bob Gerard (Short For A Stormtrooper), and I discuss the third episode in season two of Andor, “Harvest.” We discuss the resolution of the first arc, Mon Mothma’s plight, and more. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi. Join the Coffee With Kenobi Family on the Disney Wi…

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Episode 241: Our Fifth Anniversary! 1:07:32

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We’re five years old today! This week, we’re celebrating half a decade of podcasting by sharing our origin stories. We’re interviewing each other. What were we like as kids? When did we discover Disney? How did we come up with the name for the show? What does the name mean? Find out in this episode. Hosts John Alois, Shawn Degenhart and John Redlin…

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CWK Show #818: Andor- "Sagrona Teema" 54:12

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On today’s show, John Heil (CWK Alliance), Bob Gerard (Short For A Stormtrooper), and I discuss the second episode in season two of Andor, “Sagrona Teema.” We discuss the warring rebel factions, Mon Mothma’s family life on Corellia, and the importance of leadership. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi. Join the…

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Episode 240: Peoria Disney Fest 2025 With Mindy Johnson and JB Kaufman 41:40

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This week’s show is from Disney Fest at The Peoria Riverfront Museum in Peoria, IL where we sat down with authors Mindy Johnson and JB Kaufman. Our many topics include artist Mary Blair, The Reluctant Dragon from 1941, the history of Tinker Bell and more. We also share our own personal stories and talk about the moment we knew Disney became our pas…

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CWK Show #817: May The 4th Be With You (2025) 30:00

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May the 4th be with you! On a special show, join me, Mason Zehr, and Tom Gross as we head to the movies and watch the original Star Wars as it was meant to be seen: on the big screen! Join us as we experience Mason’s first time seeing A New Hope on the big screen. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi! Join the C…

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Episode 239: Dan Zehr from Coffee With Kenobi 21:02

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What’s happening in the world of Star Wars? We reach out to our best expert on the subject! Dan Zehr from Coffee With Kenobi is back with us to talk about Seasons of the Force in Disneyland. We’ll also chat about Star Wars Celebration in Japan and Season 2 of Andor. Plus we’ll preview the new show coming to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, Disney Villai…

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CWK Show #816: Andor- "One Year Later" 56:35

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On today’s show, John Heil (CWK Alliance), Tom Gross (Teachers in The Dungeon), & Ross Hollebon (Fantha Tracks), and I discuss the premiere of Andor season two, “One Year Later.” We discuss the time jump, multiple intricate plot points, conflict, and the decision to batch season two into four three-part arcs. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug…

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Episode 238: Disney Fest Preview With Steve Spain 18:18

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We’re less than two weeks away from the annual Disney Fest at the Peoria Riverfront Museum in Peoria, IL. Organizer and avid Disney art collector Steve Spain joins us to preview the event. Disney films Cinderella and Peter Pan will be among the movies shown this year on the enormous screen. Plus guest speakers will talk about the history of the fil…

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CWK Show #815: Star Wars Celebration Japan Recap 34:49

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Coffee With Kenobi is back! Join me for a Star Wars Celebration Japan recap. On a rare solo show, I discuss the big announcements from the Star Wars convention and reveal the future of CWK. Plus, I share audio from Dave Filoni, John Favreau, Pedro Pascal, Sigourney Weaver, Shawn Levy, and Ryan Gosling. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and h…

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Episode 237: Disney Legend Tony Baxter Part 2 50:16

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In the second half of our conversation with Disney Legend Tony Baxter he talks about mentors he had and the importance of mentoring. He shares thoughts on the future of the theme park industry and has some wise advice for all of us. Plus, is the Magical Express coming back to Walt Disney World? We’ll discuss a new service that has us wondering. Hos…

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Episode 236: Disney Legend Tony Baxter Part 1 41:01

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Little did Tony Baxter know when he began scooping ice cream on Main Street U.S.A. he would one day become a Disney Legend. We're thrilled to have the Disney Imagineer on this week. He talks about his early days at Disney and covers some of his biggest projects including EPCOT, and the mysterious, unbuilt Discovery Bay in Disneyland. Plus we're pla…

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SWR Ep. 212: Spring Reactions with Greg McLaughlin and Anthony King 46:23

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Welcome to a special episode of Star Wars Reactions! Our hosts Aaron Harris and David Modders are away taking care of their families, so stepping in for them are two friends who aren't strangers the SWR family! This week, Greg McLaughlin from the Rebel Base Card Podcast and Anthony King from Force Ghost Conversations sit down to bring you an update…

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CWK Show #814: Disneyland's "Seasons of the Force" (2025) 49:15

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Disneyland’s “Seasons Of The Force” has returned! Join me and my brother, Sean Zehr, as we eat, shop, ride, and explore our way through the Star Wars offerings at Disneyland for “Seasons Of The Force.” I speak with Lucasfilm Creative Executive Matt Martin about the brand-new projection show, “Shadows of Memory: A Skywalker Saga” and discuss the pas…

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Episode 235: Catching Up With Our Disney Views 32:25

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We have a plethora of topics to cover this week including the next gen animatronics possibly coming to the parks, the new Disney Vacation Club lounge in the Magic Kingdom, Disney/PIXAR’s Elio trailer has us intrigued, D23 is heading back to Marceline, Marvel’s Daredevil: Born Again, and more! Hosts John Alois, Shawn Degenhart and John Redlingshafer…

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Episode 234: Characters in the Parks 25:02

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They help bring the parks to life. They're the Disney characters in the parks and they create some of our favorite memories. But they weren't part of the original plan for Disneyland and Walt had to actually borrow costumes for opening day. We'll share that story and talk about our memorable moments. Plus the Disneyland Band surprises Walt Disney W…

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Episode 233: Former Disney Entertainment Cast Member Kim Kaufman Part 2 24:13

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Kim Kaufman is back this week to share more stories from her time in Walt Disney World as a Cast Member. Kim was "friends with" a lot of the characters in the parks. She talks about both funny and touching moments from her interactions with guests. Plus we're also talking about the latest additions to author Ridley Pearson's popular Kingdom Keeper …

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Episode 232: Former Disney Entertainment Cast Member Kim Kaufman Part 1 25:55

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Seeing Disney characters is a highlight for many Disney park visitors. Our guest this week not only got to meet characters as a kid, she became good "friends" with them. Lifelong Disney fan and former cast member Kim Kaufman shares some of her unique character stories. Plus Disney Experiences Chairman Josh D'Amaro was on hand at the South By Southw…

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CWK Show #813: Tom Hoeler Interview Part Two 41:21

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Tom Hoeler, Random House Worlds editorial director of fiction and special products, returns for part two of our conversation on CWK. We discuss the creation of Star Wars: The Mask of Fear, where it fits in the timeline, and how it compliments Andor and other stories told during this time period. Plus, a major announcement about the immediate future…

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Episode 231: Disney Through The Decades - The 1960s 29:31

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New adventures await Walt and his teams in the 1960s. Disney looks to expand its themed entertainment across the country with creations for the New York World's Fair. Walt also plans to build a city on swampland in Florida. At the box office, he produces more live action films than ever before. One of those movies is considered his greatest onscree…

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CWK Show #813: Tom Hoeler Interview Part One 34:43

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Tom Hoeler, Random House Worlds editorial director of fiction and special products, joins me for part one of our conversation on CWK. We discuss Tom’s career path to Random House Worlds, his love of Star Wars and the written word, and working on Batman. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi! __Join Dan Zehr and t…

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Episode 230: Disney Podcaster Lou Mongello Part 2 21:05

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He's back! Long time popular Disney podcaster Lou Mongello from WDW Radio returns for the second half of our conversation with him. He shares more personal stories and talks about some of his favorite Disney things. Plus Disney Fest 2025 is coming to the Peoria Riverfront Museum in Peoria, IL this May 2-4! We have some details on what to look forwa…

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CWK Show #812: Star Wars Encyclopedia Authors Part Two 32:39

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Star Wars Encyclopedia authors Dan Brooks, Megan Crouse, Amy Ratcliffe, Brandon Wainerdi, and Kelly Knox return for part two, where we continue discussing our new Star Wars reference book. We share some of our biggest challenges, what we learned from the experience, and more. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite mug, and have some Coffee With Kenobi…

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Episode 229: Disney Podcaster Lou Mongello Part 1 34:14

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Once upon a time, an attorney from New Jersey decided to leave his law practice and pursue his true passion of sharing his love for all things Disney with the world. Twenty years later, Lou Mongello is one of the biggest podcasters and influencers in the Disney fan community. He tells his amazing story this week on The Hyperion Hub. Plus we have a …

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CWK Show #811: Star Wars Encyclopedia Authors Part One 29:42

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Star Wars Encyclopedia authors Dan Brooks, Megan Crouse, Amy Ratcliffe, Brandon Wainerdi, and Kelly Knox join me for part one to discuss our new Star Wars reference book. We talk about our individual processes of what went into our work, what makes this book special, and how we first fell in love with Star Wars. Pull up a chair, grab your favorite …

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Episode 228: Catching Up With Our Disney Views 19:11

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We're covering many topics this week including the new Disney Vacation Club Member Cruise coming, the Season of the Force event at Disneyland, Marvel TV shows to look forward to in 2025 including Dare Devil: Born Again in March and more! Hosts John Alois, Shawn Degenhart and John Redlingshafer would love to hear from you! Email or send a recorded a…