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What "Andor" Has to Say about U.S.

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What can a Star Wars series teach us about authoritarianism, resistance, and the state of democracy in America?

In this episode of Footnotes, Jemar Tisby sits down with his friend and producer, Beau York, a man steeped in Star Wars lore. Together they explore how Andor—a show set in a galaxy far, far away—becomes an urgent mirror for our political present. T

hey discuss the rise of empire, the courage of ordinary people, and the power of storytelling to stir the soul when facts fall flat.

Whether you're a sci-fi fan, a student of history, or someone longing for hope in dark times, this episode is for you.

***NOTE: This episode has spoilers.

You can follow beau at instagram.com/incognitbeau and check out his new project at www.MidnightHTX.com

Check out Jemar's (spoiler free) Substack article: Why You Should Be Watching Andor Right Now

  continue reading

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What can a Star Wars series teach us about authoritarianism, resistance, and the state of democracy in America?

In this episode of Footnotes, Jemar Tisby sits down with his friend and producer, Beau York, a man steeped in Star Wars lore. Together they explore how Andor—a show set in a galaxy far, far away—becomes an urgent mirror for our political present. T

hey discuss the rise of empire, the courage of ordinary people, and the power of storytelling to stir the soul when facts fall flat.

Whether you're a sci-fi fan, a student of history, or someone longing for hope in dark times, this episode is for you.

***NOTE: This episode has spoilers.

You can follow beau at instagram.com/incognitbeau and check out his new project at www.MidnightHTX.com

Check out Jemar's (spoiler free) Substack article: Why You Should Be Watching Andor Right Now

  continue reading

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