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Duel of the Ranks: A Star Wars Show
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…
Episodes
- Duel of the Ranks: A Star Wars Show
144. Rebels Season 4
Star Wars Rebels Season 4 is supposed to be “the final season,” but it plays like a launchpad for some of the biggest questions in modern Star Wars. We sit…
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143. Rebels Season 3
Duel of the Ranks is back, and we're kicking off our return with Star Wars Rebels Season 3. With the arrival of Grand Admiral Thrawn, the deep dive into…
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142. Mandalorian and Grogu
Duel of the Ranks is BACK, and we're diving straight into the two biggest Star Wars releases in years! After a two year hiatus, Brody, Amanda, and Christian…
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141. Rebels Season 2
In this month's edition of Duel of the Ranks, the crew absolutely fawns over Rebels Season 2. For Amanda and Brian, it ranks amongst the best of all Star Wars…
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140. Rebels Season 1
Duel of the Ranks is back with a new format! With Christian returning to host, the crew discusses the entirety of Star Wars Rebels season 1. Amanda and Brian…
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139. The Acolyte | Finale
With The Acolyte coming to a close, our hosts debate the merits and pitfalls of the show. With nuanced characters, compelling action, and rich lore, it brings…
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137. The Acolyte | E6&7
The Duel of the Ranks crew dives into episodes 6 and 7 of The Acolyte. Amanda finds episode 6 more engaging with its darker story elements, while Brian enjoys…
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137. The Acolyte | E5: Night
Our hosts, Brian, Brandon, and Chaco, share their thoughts on the newest episode of The Acolyte: Night. Brian and Brandon are fans of the action-packed…
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136. The Acolyte: E4 | Day
On this week's episode of Duel of the Ranks, our hosts Luke, Alanis, and Choco debate the latest episode of The Acolyte. While some found the cliffhanger…
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135. The Acolyte: E3 | Destiny
Reviews for episode 3 of "The Acolyte" are all over the map. Brody finds the episode the weakest of all Star Wars content with a predictable plot…
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134. The Acolyte: E1&2
On this week's episode of Duel of the Ranks, Brody, Amanda, and Luke review the first two episodes of the new Star Wars series "The Acolyte". While all enjoy…
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133. DotR Special: The Acolyte Bingo & Predictions!
In this week's episode of Duel of the Ranks, our hosts Alanis, Amanda, Brian, and Brody delve into speculative territory of the upcoming Star Wars series "The…
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132. DotR Special: Reviewing Every Lightsaber Duel! (Part 2)
On this week's episode of Duel of the Ranks, our hosts Brody, Brian, Luke, and Alanis rank every lightsaber duel from the Star Wars TV shows. From Din Djarin…
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131. DotR Special: Reviewing Every Lightsaber Duel! (Part 1)
On this week's episode of Duel of the Ranks, our hosts Amanda, Brian, Luke, and Darth Choco rank every lightsaber duel from the nine Skywalker Saga films. From…
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130. Tales of the Empire
On this week's episode of Duel of the Ranks, our hosts Amanda, Alanis, Luke, and Darth Choco analyze the best and weakest parts of "Tales of the Empire". The…
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129. The Bad Batch S3 E15 | The Cavalry Has Arrived
In this week's episode of Duel of the Ranks, Brian, Amanda, Luke and Alanis tackle the finale of The Bad Batch. Some found enjoyment in the action and closure…
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128. The Bad Batch: S3 E14 | Flash Strike
In this week's episode of Duel of the Ranks, Brody, Darth Choco, Luke, and Alanis debate the merits and pitfalls of The Bad Batch season 3, episode 14, titled…
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127. The Bad Batch: S3 E13 | Into the Breach
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…
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126. The Bad Batch: S3 E12 | Juggernaut
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…
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124. The Bad Batch: S3 E8 & 9
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…
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123. The Bad Batch: S3 E6 & 7
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…
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122. The Bad Batch: S3 E5
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…
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125. The Bad Batch: S3 E10 & 11
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…
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121. The Bad Batch: S3 E4
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…
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120. The Bad Batch: Season 3 Episodes 1-3
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…
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119. The Clone Wars: S2 E20-22 | Boba Fett
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…
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118. The Clone Wars: S2 E18-19 | Attack of the Zillo Beast
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…
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117. The Clone Wars: S2 E16 & 17 | Cat and Mouse & Bounty Hunters
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…
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116. The Clone Wars: S2E15 | Senate Murders
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!?…
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115. The Clone Wars: S2E12-14 | The Mandalore Plot
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…
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114. The Clone Wars: S2E11 | Lightsaber Lost
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…
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113. The Clone Wars: S2E9-10 | Saleucami
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…
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112. Top 5 Star Wars Moments of 2023
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…
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111. The Clone Wars: S2E4-8 | Return to Geonosis
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…
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110. The Clone Wars: S2E1-3 | Magic of the Holocron
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…
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109. The Clone Wars (2008)
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…
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108. The Clone Wars: S1E22 | Hostage Crisis
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…
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107. The Clone Wars: S1E19, 20 & 21 | The Ryloth Arc
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…
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106. The Clone Wars: S1E17 & 18 | The Blue Shadow Virus
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…
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105. The Clone Wars: S1E16 | The Hidden Enemy
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…
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104. DoTR Special: Meet Brian!
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…
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103. Ahsoka: Ep. 8 – The Jedi, the Witch and the Warlord
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…
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102. Ahsoka: Ep. 7 – Dreams and Madness
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…
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101. Ahsoka: Ep. 6 – Far, Far Away
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…
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100. Ahsoka: Ep. 5 – Shadow Warrior
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…
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99. Ahsoka: Ep. 4 – Fallen Jedi
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…
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98. Ahsoka: Ep. 3 – Time to Fly
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…
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97. Ahsoka: Ep. 1 & 2
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…
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96. The Clone Wars: S1E15 | Trespass
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…
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95. The Clone Wars: S1E13-14 | Maridun Arc
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…
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94. The Clone Wars: S1E11-12 | Florrum Arc
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…
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93. The Clone Wars: S1E8-10 | Nute Gunray Arc
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…
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92. The Clone Wars: S1E6-7 | TR3-S6 Arc
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…
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91. The Clone Wars: S1E5 | Rookies
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…
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90. The Clone Wars: S1E1-4 | Ambush & The Malevolence Arc
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…
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89. The Bad Batch: Season 2 – Episode 15 & 16
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…
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88. The Bad Batch: Season 2 – Episode 13 & 14
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…
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87. The Bad Batch: Season 2 – Episode 11 & 12
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…
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86. The Bad Batch: Season 2 – Episode 9 & 10
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…
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85. The Bad Batch: Season 2 – Episode 7 & 8
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…