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ForceCenter

ForceCenter
Star Wars
The Mandalorian
Andor
The Force Awakens
Grogu
Rey
The Last Jedi
Han Solo
Anakin Skywalker
Kylo Ren
Clone Wars
Databank Brawl
Obi-Wan Kenobi
The Acolyte
Mandalorian
Disney
Ahsoka
Leia Organa
Star Wars Rebels
Padmé Amidala

From the fandom of comedian/writer Joseph Scrimshaw, comedian/ writer Ken Napzok, and actor/ host Jennifer Landa comes ForceCenter -- celebrating the poignant moments and fun memories of Star Wars from the center of the galaxy.

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t's ForceCenter NOW -- a chance for the ForceCenter community to call in and discuss this week in Star Wars on the 885th episode of ForceCenter.

From the minds of Ken Napzok (comedian, host of The Blathering), Joseph Scrimshaw (comedian, writer, dir... more

It's time for some Star Wars Questions! We have Ahsoka. We've always loved Yoda. And the Prequels gave us a wide variety of non-human Jedi. But today's listener questions ask directly: Should there be more lead Jedi aliens? Ken Napzok and Joseph Scri... more

It's time for some Star Wars Questions! Today, a listener question has ForceCenter thinking about the middle chapters of the Star Wars trilogies. So, are the midde chapters the deepest Star Wars? Ken Napzok and Joseph Scrimshaw discuss all this more ... more

Welcome to Databank Brawl Rewind! Databank Brawl was a series that ran on ForceCenter from 2016 to 2020, and it remains one of our more beloved shows. Though Databank Brawl is on hiatus, we wanted to celebrate it along with longtime listeners of the ... more

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Recent Guests

Cameron Stewart
Patreon supporter and caller
ForceCenter Patreon community
Episode: YOUR predictions and hopes for The Mandalorian and Grogu | ForceCenter NOW - 866
Ash Carlson
Star Wars content creator with input on creature lore and fight dynamics
Episode: DATABANK BRAWL REWIND - Porg on a Blurgg v Vulptex on a Veractyl - EP 120
Ash Crossen
Returning guest and contributor to the Databank Brawl episode
Episode: DATABANK BRAWL REWIND - Porg on a Blurgg v Vulptex on a Veractyl - EP 120
Ash Crossan
Guest, entertainment journalist
ET / Entertainment Tonight
Episode: DATABANK BRAWL REWIND - Toht Ra v Aurodia Ventafoli with Ash Crossan - EP 119
Dr. Addy
Professor and guest on the show
Episode: The Mandalorian and Grogu Final Trailer | Maul: Shadow Lord thoughts | ForceCenter NOW - EP 858
Ethan (Jedi James caller)
Listener who called in with favorite figures and personal collecting stories
Listener
Episode: Your favorite Star Wars figures | Will our collections ever be complete? | ForceCenter NOW - EP 854
Will Dixon
Listener and 3D printing hobbyist who contributes to the chat and calls in
Listener/3D printing hobbyist
Episode: Your favorite Star Wars figures | Will our collections ever be complete? | ForceCenter NOW - EP 854
Jared (TIE pilot caller)
Listener who called in with a TIE pilot helmet and related collecting stories
Listener
Episode: Your favorite Star Wars figures | Will our collections ever be complete? | ForceCenter NOW - EP 854
Matty Gunners
Listener in the UK audience segment referenced during the show
Listener
Episode: Your favorite Star Wars figures | Will our collections ever be complete? | ForceCenter NOW - EP 854

Hosts

Ken Napzok
Host of ForceCenter episodes; co-host; long-running presence; frequent battle/setup commentary and Star Wars discourse
Joseph Scrimshaw
Host of ForceCenter; co-host; known for thoughtful analyses, Star Wars lore and pop culture discussions

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • Well worth the time.

    Best Star Wars podcast for those who care about the details and deep dives.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    K7075
    United States18 days ago
  • You have to do something about the ads

    I’ve listened to ForceCenter for 7 years and it’s been so much fun to see their growth, that means more advertisers which is great. The problem is you guys just have these ads hitting at the most random points throughout the podcast on here. Maybe YouTube really is where the money is so that’s become your new focus, but you guys can’t keep uploading these podcasts and having ads interrupt mid sentence.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Dot Dot Dot 1# Fan
    United States3 months ago
  • HIGHLY RECOMMEND

    Followed since the start. This show are its core is the best of Star Wars.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jgarts44
    Australiaa year ago
  • If you are a Star Wars fan, listen to this!

    Ignore the trolls, they don’t get it. Every Star Wars podcast worth its salt is just ripping from ForceCenter in one way or another. Jennifer Landa, Ken Napzok, and Joseph Scrimshaw provide so much great Star Wars energy in this podcast feed. Their analyses are incredibly thoughtful and engage with what they like about the media in question, and occasionally what they don’t.

    BUT THEY ARE NOT “TOXICALLY POSITIVE”, NOR DO THEY “LIKE EVERYTHING”. It’s just more interesting, productive, and fun to... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eli (In a Galaxy Podcast)
    United Statesa year ago
  • Star Wars fans

    This is what Star Wars fandom should be all about, celebrating the franchise we love

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elwiz86
    Swedena year ago

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Pros: thoughtful Star Wars analysis with a hopeful, positive vibe.
Cons: some listeners want more focus on Star Wars and less personal commentary.
The mix of lore, humor, and audience participation is a strong differentiator.
Guests and topics generate a sense of community and long-term loyalty.

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Talking Points

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Can Star Wars offer a hopeful Star Trek future? | Star Wars Questions | FC - EP 881
Q: What do you think the difference is between Star Wars and Star Trek's view of space politics and society?
Star Wars tends to depict timeless, universal struggles with fascism and hope, using a mythic framework, whereas Star Trek often portrays a more linear, real-world political progression, with the Federation representing an evolving, human-centric government over time. The hosts suggest Star Wars could blend these approaches to imagine a more hopeful, future society.
Will The Mandalorian and Grogu have a crawl? | Star Wars Questions | ForceCenter - EP 844
Q: Adam Knight asks how to discuss Legends versus Canon in bar conversations and what makes a story fit into Star Wars mythos without an official stamp of approval, especially regarding great Jedi concepts.
We frame it as personal interpretation and moral philosophy rather than strict canon; Star Wars is a myth, and discourse should respect subjective experience while analyzing themes with some scholarly rigor, using Legends as one lens among many rather than a final authority.
Will The Mandalorian and Grogu have a crawl? | Star Wars Questions | ForceCenter - EP 844
Q: What changes do you think they might make to the opening crawl or presentation to differentiate it from the Skywalker Saga films, and would you want a crawl at all for Mandalorian and Grogu?
We expect no traditional crawl, but we'd like some opening text or a non-traditional crawl in purple or altered font and color to establish tone and timeline, with the option for a cold open to draw viewers in while keeping the film accessible to fans who may not have memorized every prior season.
Lessons of Hope and Non-Violence in Star Wars | Star Wars Questions | FC EP -836
Q: How do we keep from turning to the dark side and instead, how do we keep from turning to the dark side and incite hope, joy and rebellion through our shared love of Star Wars?
By focusing on the next decision and recognizing that it could always be a better one, celebrating empathy, and that small acts of rebellion contribute to larger societal change.
Maul goes Noir! | Star Wars News | ForceCenter - EP 831
Q: What are your thoughts on the noir themes presented in the new Maul series?
Noir themes offer a unique way to explore morality, and the darkness of Maul's character fits well within that context.

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Frequently Asked Questions About ForceCenter

What is ForceCenter about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show offers thoughtful, nerdy deep-dives into Star Wars lore, movies, and broader franchise storytelling, balanced with humor and personal anecdotes. Episodes frequently explore character motivations, thematic threads like family, community, and change, and mix in live calls, fan theories, and industry context. A distinctive strength is a warm, conversational dynamic among three long-running hosts who bring a blend of fandom, comedy, and thoughtful critique, often enriching discussions with datapoints from animation, live-action, and expanded universe material. The format tends to reward listeners who enjoy detailed thematic analysis, lively debate, and fan engagement, with occasional Databank-style lore segments and audience participat... more

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Recent guests on ForceCenter include:

1. Cameron Stewart
2. Ash Carlson
3. Ash Crossen
4. Ash Crossan
5. Dr. Addy
6. Ethan (Jedi James caller)
7. Will Dixon
8. Jared (TIE pilot caller)

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