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Have you ever wondered what it takes to make a great Star Wars film or TV episode? Despite their greatness, why do these cinematic masterpieces boil up so many differing opinions? Is it simply generational? Which is the best one? If you are curious at all about any of these hot button issues, then you have come to the right place. Welcome to Duel of the Ranks (DotR), a show where we debate takes so hot that a planet with twin suns would melt! Each week, our team will review a new piece of co ...
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This episode of Duel of the Ranks delves into the latest episode of The Bad Batch Season 3, Episode 13: "Into the Breach." Amanda, Brian, Brody, and Luke explore everything from character development to narrative pacing, and express mixed sentiments about the direction of the show. The conversation oscillates between anticipation for the finale and…
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In this week's episode of Duel of the Ranks, Brody, Brian and Amanda dive deep into The Bad Batch Season 3, Episode 12: "Juggernaut." The hosts are joined by returning guests Luke, Alanis and Darth Choco, adding dynamic perspectives to the conversation. Our guests express disappointment in the episode's perceived lack of progression and missed oppo…
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Brian and Amanda debate the merits of episodes 8 and 9 of The Bad Batch season 3. An important discussion on what constitutes “filler” helps rationalize “Bad Territory” and helps us appreciate the details of the episode, such as the atmosphere and character design, while acknowledging the roundabout plot development. As major Asajj Ventress fans, "…
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On this week's episode of Duel of the Ranks, we discuss episodes 6 and 7 of Star Wars: The Bad Batch season 3. Brian, Amanda, and Brody share their initial thoughts on the episodes, dissecting references, animation style, returning characters, plot developments, and action sequences. They also analyze how these episodes fit into the larger Star War…
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Hosts Brody and Brody discuss the fifth episode of season 3 of "The Bad Batch" titled "The Return." Is it filler, or does the situation advance the characters forward in a meaningful way? With Omega and Crosshair back in the batch, the conflict revolves around unresolved tension between Hunter and his "prodigal brother." Brody argues that "The Bad …
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Brian and Amanda discuss episodes 10 and 11 of The Bad Batch Season 3. Join us as we debate ranks and hot takes from "Identity Crisis" and "Point of No Return." To stay up-to-date on all things Duel of the Ranks, be sure to check out our links below! Website: www.dueloftheranks.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dueloftheranks/ Twitter: https…
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Brian, Amanda, and Brody dive into the fourth episode of season 3 of "The Bad Batch," titled "A Different Approach." The episode follows Omega and Crosshair as they escape a base but crash on a perilous planet. Forced to work together, they navigate the dangers and bicker over tactics while trying to find a way off-world. The episode eventually reu…
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Brian and Amanda discuss their initial reactions to the season 3 premiere of The Bad Batch. They analyze how the first three episodes set the stage for the final season, focusing on Omega being experimented on at Mount Tantiss, Wrecker and Hunter finding young clones struggling to survive, and the escape attempt with Crosshair while Emperor Palpati…
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Brian, Amanda and Brody tackle the three-part arc concluding The Clone Wars season 2 finale. Amanda throws shade on the animation and acting, but finds herself drawn to Aurra Sing's portrayal and her connection to Hondo Ohnaka. Brody, on the other hand, is a Boba Fett champion, praising the character's development and the flicker of hope extinguish…
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Brian, Amanda, and Brody delve into a two-part Clone Wars arc centered around the colossal Zillo Beast. This monstrous creature is unearthed by a new Republic weapon, sparking a debate about its fate. The ethical dilemma takes center stage as the giant escapes and wreaks havoc on Coruscant. The discussion goes beyond the monster-on-a-rampage trope,…
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Brian and Amanda delve into two enthralling episodes of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, season two. "Cat and Mouse" sparks their interest with its thematic parallels to The Last Jedi. The episode introduces the formidable villain Admiral Trench and marks the true chronological beginning of the season. "Bounty Hunters" takes a different turn, channeling …
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Amanda and Brian discuss and debate The Clone Wars episode 'Senate Murders' of Season 2, and Padme's journey of looking for WHO killed Senator Onaconda Farr!? On top of this, Brian and Amanda also discussed The Bad Batch Season 3 Trailer, their predictions for the season, and their theories based on the trailer! VENTRESS LIVES! To stay up-to-date o…
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Brody and Brian review The Mandalore Plot arc of The Clone Wars Season 2. To stay up-to-date on all things Duel of the Ranks, be sure to check out our links below! Website: www.dueloftheranks.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dueloftheranks/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DueloftheRanks TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dueloftheranks?lang=en…
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Brody, Brian and Amanda review the stand-alone episode 'Lightsaber Lost' of The Clone Wars Season 2. To stay up-to-date on all things Duel of the Ranks, be sure to check out our links below! Website: www.dueloftheranks.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dueloftheranks/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/DueloftheRanks TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com…
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Duel of the Ranks is back in 2024, and this week Brody and Brian are tackling The Clone Wars Season 2: "Grievous Intrigue" and "The Deserter." Buckle up for a heated debate as they dissect these episodes, ranking them amongst the rest of the galaxy far, far away. In this episode, we dive into the thrilling rescue mission to save Jedi Master Eeth Ko…
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Brody and Amanda rank their top 5 Star Wars moments of the past year. From dramatic plot twists to the best fan engagements, we reflect on all the great memories we've experienced with our community in 2023. Join us as we celebrate another great year together and set our sights on the next! To stay up-to-date on all things Duel of the Ranks, be sur…
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Brody, Brian and Amanda review the Return to Geonosis arc of The Clone Wars season 2. We praise the visuals, action scenes, and new characters like Barriss Offee but criticize the questionable ethics of the Jedi order. While the tone and pace of the arc varies dramatically between episodes, each offers a unique insight into the past and future of t…
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Ever wonder the ethical implications swirling around the Jedi's adoption of Force-sensitive children? This fiery debate between Brian and Brody will leave you questioning the righteousness of the Jedi Order. But what's a Star Wars discussion without a bit of bounty hunter banter? We're ranking our top five, and spoiler alert, it's not all about Bob…
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Have you seen the 2008 animated Clone Wars film? Well prior to this review, Amanda and Brody had never seen it, nor did they have any plans to. Brian, however, a Clone Wars stan, had seen it when it released and implored that as such he's the only true fan of the bunch. A film centered around the kidnapping of Jabba the Hutt's son, Anakin Skywalker…
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In this week's episode of Duel of the Ranks, Amanda, Brody, and Brian break down the exciting finale of the first season of Star Wars: The Clone Wars with episode 22 Hostage Crisis. This episode introduces us to fan-favorite antagonist Cad Bane as he and his crew of bandits break out Jabba the Hutt's uncle, Ziro from Republic prison. This all leads…
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The planet Ryloth, home to the Twi'lek people, falls under the oppressive occupation of the Separatist droid army. In "Storm on Ryloth," Ahsoka disobeys orders during an attack on the blockade, leading to a loss of her squadron. Anakin guides her to persevere and entrusts her with another daring mission. In "Innocents on Ryloth," Obi-Wan must infil…
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On this episode of Duel of the Ranks, Brody and Brian break down the "Blue Shadow Virus" arc within season one of The Clone Wars. In this episode, we'll discuss Padme and Anakin's capture, the timely arrival of Obi-Wan and Ahsoka with reinforcements, and the unexpected return of Jar Jar to Naboo, the evil scientist and more. Closing out this episod…
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This week on Duel of the Ranks, the crew jumps back into S1 of The Clone Wars with Episode 16: The Hidden Enemy. Anakin and Obi-Wan discover evidence of a traitor amongst their ranks while attempting to lead Republic forces to liberate the planet of Christophsis from a Separatist siege. When the Republic is ambushed, it becomes clear that someone h…
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This week on Duel of the Ranks we dedicate a special episode to our newest co-host, Brian and get ALL of his hottest takes and Star Wars ranks. This episode is a great one for any new listeners of DOTR to get a retrospective of Amanda and Brody’s thoughts on their own past rankings of Star Wars, too. To stay up-to-date on all things Duel of the Ran…
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Brace yourselves as we dissect the the adrenaline-fueled finale that saw Ahsoka lock sabers with Morgan Elsbeth. In this episode, we examine the intricacies of the show, its characters and the lore that binds them, revealing the compelling power of the music that breathes life into the series. Join us as we rank this thrilling Star Wars installment…
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Prepare to blast off into a galaxy far, far away as we, your trusty hosts Brody, Amanda, and our latest recruit Brian, take a magnifying glass to the Star Wars Universe. This week, we've set a course for the compelling events of Ahsoka, part 7, Dreams and Madness. We're scrutinizing every action-packed detail, from Hera's tense face-off with the se…
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What if there was a brand new alien race in the Star Wars universe and a planet that has never been seen before? Well, it's not just a "what if" anymore! This episode of our Star Wars podcast is a treasure chest of revelations as we journey across galaxies with our very special guest, Brian. Together, we dissect the new alien race, the Noti and the…
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Buckle up, Star Wars enthusiasts, as we mark our 100th episode of Duel of the Rings with a spectacular debate and review of Ahsoka's part five! We are thrilled to have the company of our old friend Charlie, who enlightens us about his intriguing endeavors in cryptocurrencies, energy conservation, and homeschooling. Sharing the mic with him is Chris…
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Ready for a high-stakes duel in the Star Wars universe? Strap in as we dive into the fourth captivating episode of Ahsoka, Fallen Jedi. As hosts Brody and Amanda, we pull back the curtain on the unique dynamics between Sabine and Ahsoka and their shared determination to thwart Thrawn. We tease apart the simmering tension between Sabine and Ahsoka, …
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Amanda and Brody are joined by special guest Bryan (@VarsityScooter) this week to discuss Part 3 of the Ahsoka series, Time to Fly. In this episode, Sabine struggles to connect with the force while Ahsoka pulls some new anti-gravity moves on her opponents. Listen as the crew debates if Huyang is a better droid than R2-D2, whether Hera is a bad mom …
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Brody and Amanda break down the long awaited 2 episode series premiere of Ahsoka on Disney+. They talk about everything from Kevin Kiner’s incredible return to score Star Wars, Loth cat mania, and share some fair criticisms about the pacing and characters of the show. Join the discussion and share your hot takes on the Ahsoka series with us! To sta…
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In this week’s episode, Brody and Amanda breakdown Clone Wars Season 1 - Episode 15: Trespass (69.40%). Senator Chuchi makes her Clone Wars debut and uses her leadership skills to negotiate peace between the nearby moon she represents and the native inhabitants of the icy planet of Orto Plutonia. Amanda and Brody also share their bingo predictions …
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In this week’s episode, Brody and Amanda breakdown the Maridun Arc from Clone Wars Season 1 - Episode 13: Jedi Crash (73.20%) and Episode 14: Defenders of Peace (68.90%). The two dive deep into Aayla Secura’s glaring midriff and discuss the need for a Separatist breakaway story. We even get a little ASMR thrown into the mix. Listen to the episode n…
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In today’s episode, Brody and Amanda breakdown Clone Wars Season 1 - Episode 11: Dooku Captured (47.10%) and Episode 12: The Gungan General (47.60%) also known as The Florrum Arc. We get introduced to a fan favorite character, Hondo Onaka, see Dooku use the force in a deadly way, and somehow watch Jar Jar save the day again? Our hot takes get polit…
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In this week’s episode, Amanda and Brody break down the Nute Gunray arc of The Clone Wars season 1 (Episodes 8-10). Despite not ranking incredibly high, the duo discuss how Ahoska manages her emotions while away from her master, whether Vader or Kylo Ren had the better redemption arc, and which Star Wars characters are heading to the theatres to ch…
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Join us for an intergalactic adventure in a galaxy far, far away as we delve into the thrilling world of "Duel of the Ranks"! Hosted by the dynamic duo, Brody and Amanda, this podcast takes you on a journey through the iconic Star Wars: The Clone Wars series. Listen in as our hosts will meticulously rank and review The Clone Wars episodes from Seas…
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Duel of the Ranks is back with a fresh coat of wet paint - literally. Listen this week as Brody and Amanda discuss Star Wars Emmy nominations, who they would choose as their personal Jedi Master, as well as rank the Clone Wars S1 E5: Rookies: Alone on a distant outpost, Clone Commander Cody and Clone Captain Rex must inspire the rookie clones to be…
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Welcome to "Duel of the Ranks," the ultimate Star Wars podcast where we delve deep into a galaxy far, far away to determine the absolute best content it has to offer. Join us tonight at 6 pm CT as we kick off our thrilling journey with a discussion on Star Wars: The Clone Wars Season 1, Episodes 1-4. For this episode, we'll be immersing ourselves i…
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It’s a big week for DotR. We’re ranking the finale of The Bad Batch Season 2, and it’s Christian’s final episode. With the death of Tech, the betrayal of Cid, and Christian’s farewell, this may seem too heavy to take. Fret not, for the sun is rising. We reflect on the good elements of this series, and its improvements from Season 1. We also reminis…
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It gets a little weird this week without Amanda. Brody and Christian are ranking The Bad Batch Season 2; Episode 13: Pabu and Episode 14: The Tipping Point. Left unbridled and unchecked, we rant and say some outlandish things without Amanda to challenge us. Is Star Trek better than Star Wars? Is Mokko a better villain than Dr. Hemlock? We’re surpri…
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This week we’re ranking Episode 11: Metamorphosis and Episode 12: The Outpost. What a turn of events! These are quite good featuring clone commandos, a zillow beast, a new evil scientist Does this series have more interesting characters than The Mandalorian? Tune in as Christian makes a big announcement, and hear our numbers of course! To stay up-t…
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This week we’re ranking Episode 9: The Crossing and Episode 10: Retrieval. These are quite mediocre episodes…or are they simply misunderstood? It’s clear these aren’t the strongest pieces of content, and we’re going to explore why. Is this arc a commentary on any one economic system, or rather the tyrant in such systems? Does this series have more …
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This week we’re ranking Episode 7: The Clone Conspiracy and Episode 8: Truth and Consequences. We’re finally getting into some juicy stuff, but does it highlight the Bad Batch or instead put them on the bench? Is Star Wars at its peak when digging deeper into politics? We discuss some crazy things, but you’ll have to tune in for our numbers and let…
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This week we’re ranking Episodes 4, 5, & 6…not that 4, 5, & 6…we’re talking about The Bad Batch Season 2! Episode 4: Faster, Episode 5: Entombed, and Episode 6: It’s a lot to slam in one, or is it? They’re not as consequential to the overall story, but we had fun unpacking it. Is riot racing better than podracing? Was Wanda Sykes a bad casting deci…
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In this episode, we dive deep into "The Bad Batch" Season 2, Episode 3, and discuss all the exciting events that take place. We analyze the characters, storyline, and cinematography to determine whether it lives up to the hype. But that's not all! We also have a special guest, Ryan Depaul, the host of the popular podcast "Conspiracy Cantina," join …
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We’re all back in the studio for kicking off The Bad Batch Season 2! This week we’re ranking Episode 1: Spoils of War, and Episode 2: Ruins of War. It’s a lukewarm start to the season, but we have fun recapping Star Wars Celebration 2023, Mando Bingo, and all things Bad Batch. Is Omega’s Zygerrian energy bow the coolest weapon in Star Wars (aside f…
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This week we’re ranking the finale of The Mandalorian Season 3, Chapter 24: The Return. It’s a bit of a disappointing finish, but there’s still a lot to love. You could say we’re sad to see the end of so many things like the dark saber, the Mandalorian star destroyer, and Moff Gideon. Was it the wrong move to kill off the iconic villain? Is this se…
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This week we’re ranking The Mandalorian Season 3, Chapter 23: The Spies. We’re still in Europe after SW Celebration 2023, and Brody has lost his voice due to exhaustion. However, we’re energized for this high ranking episode. Is Paz Vizla a terrible dad? Would he still be alive if Boba Fett would’ve been there? Is Moff Gideon a lazy villain? Tune i…
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This week we’re ranking The Mandalorian Season 3, Chapter 22: Guns For Hire, and we’re discussing it while in London! We address the common sci-fi trope of humans dealing with automation, the anti-climactic giving of the darksaber to Bo-Katan, and the role of “filler” episodes in Star Wars. We also share some of our own Star Wars Celebration 2023 h…
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Climb aboard! This week we’re ranking The Mandalorian Season 3, Chapter 21: The Pirate, and we’re discussing it with the Star Wars Celebration panelist herself, Alanis (@NotAKyber)! We get into the puppetry of Gorian Shard, Zeb’s outfit, Bo-Katan’s face, and New Republic controversies. Tune in for some psychedelic rock and the details on Alanis’ pa…
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