7-Elevens, Hayden Christensen, & Card Grails, “Let’sGo!” In this episode of Twin Suns, John and Nelly welcome Tony from Star Wars Sith 66 to revisit Star Wars Celebration Japan and tumble headfirst into Whatnot. We talk daily about 7-Eleven runs, shopping goldmines, Celebration chaos, and the moments when the convention finally clicked. Tony shares his biggest purchases, the merch that got away, and why Chicago remains his all-time favorite Celebration. We dive deep into the galaxy of Star Wars trading cards and discuss the moment Tony went all in, quit his job, and built a career with Whatnot. We break down card lingo, talk grail cards, and legendary pulls. Not to worry, the Hayden Christensen effect is discussed; however, this time, Shin Hati & Sabine make an appearance. And the word “bodacious” is used. The force is strong with this episode!

What was it like raising a young boy when Star Wars burst into the world in 1977? Look no further than today’s holiday episode, where I sit down with my mother, and we take a walk down memory lane together. From that very first opening crawl to being pulled out of school to see Return of the Jedi on opening Friday to all the grace notes: the action-figure certificate under the Christmas tree, boxes of Topps trading cards, the vinyl LP spinning endlessly, and my unwavering insistence on wearing a Star Wars T-shirt for school picture day.

To my mother, with love. And yes—I forgive you for vacuuming up my original Luke Skywalker lightsaber.

On today’s episode, we have the absolute pleasure of welcoming Ali, aka Alderaan baby! Ali shares with us her deep love of girl power in the Star Wars Expanded Universe Novels and Comics. Plus, the source of her “Star Wars-Inspired” outfits and jewelry, that can be seen on her Instagram. We discuss Novelizations, Queen’s Shadow, Bloodlines, The High Republic, Jedi Apprentice, Aftermath, and her love for SW Lofi. And of course, we deep dive her Hayden phot op at Japan Celebration. Did we mention she read over 170 books in the last 12 months? Star Wars fans, you won’t want to miss this one!

Boys will be Boys—especially on the convention floor of Space Con! On this episode, Mike Kennedy and Tristin Mosely take Twin Suns behind the scenes of one of the most talent-packed, flirt-fueled conventions of 2025. It’s all about convention crushes: Mike’s doing his best not to drop the “L” word. And Tristin, he’s changing his profile pic—again. Sparks fly with Chloe Bennet signing Mike’s photo, “obsessed with us,” and Natasha Liu Bordizzo totally nailing the prom-hug pic with Tristin. And then there’s Ivana Sakhno, with eyes that could get you in trouble…

As I said before, “Boys will be boys."

And as Mike said to Space Con, “Better to lock the f*** in.”

Get ready for an epic episode! We’ve got Bobby Robertson, one of the masterminds behind Rebel Scum Con, joining us today for an exclusive, can’t-miss interview. Bobby whisks us from the very beginnings of RSC to this year’s jaw-dropping reveals: 2026 dates, the expanded venue, and not one, but TWO blockbuster guest announcements! We dive into Bobby’s passion for Star Wars and why these events are a dream come true for fans. And yes, Bobby’s obsession with Battle Droids is covered and next level. Mark your calendars—this is where the galaxy unites!

Big thank you to Dante, Kentucky, and the entire team at Rebel Scum Con!

Join us for an engaging interview with Joey, known as The Padawan Collector—one of the most knowledgeable, insightful, and generous content creators in the Star Wars community. It was a true pleasure to speak with him about his lifelong passion for collecting vintage Star Wars action figures. We dive deep into the origins of his collecting journey, the story behind his infamous black box, the creation of his epic channel and command center, and, above all, his deep expertise in vintage Star Wars. From a C-3PO with wobbly legs to the highly coveted vinyl cape Jawa and a dented-toe Snaggletooth for good measure, Joey shares stories and insights that will delight fans of all levels. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just starting your “Journey” into the world of vintage Star Wars action figures, this is one episode you won’t want to miss!

On this episode, get ready for an adventure across galaxies (and genres) as we sit down with Simon Kassianides—aka Axe Woves, one of the most positive forces in the Star Wars universe! From swapping stories about The Mandalorian to sharing his behind-the-scenes work on James Bond - after all, he is the sole reason for the Daniel Craig character arc. Discover how a coffee shop gig led to his Hollywood break, and hear the inside scoop on his legendary “For Mandalor!” battle cry. We also delve into his favorite books, music, films, dream directors, and what makes his character-building process so distinctive. And yes, Mandalorian and Quantum of Solace fans—brace for plenty of juicy details, plus the scoop on his new psychological horror thriller, The Walker!

John & Nelly are back where it all began: FAN EXPO Chicago! Fresh off the wild ride of Rebel Scum Con, we're storming the Windy City for legendary run-ins with Ewan McGregor and Hayden Christensen (cue Nelly’s happy dance and John’s epic hugs). This episode is a whirlwind of pure convention magic. Dive in as we celebrate the quirky, chaotic, and totally joyful heart of fandom friendship. Oh, and yes—macha doughnuts and vodka sodas are absolutely essential!