Skywalking Through Neverland: Keeping the Star Wars Magic Alive

It's the year of the werewolf on our Halloween episode! We're celebrating the 85th anniversary of Universal's 1941 classic The Wolf Man by exploring how werewolf movies have transformed over eight decades.

We start with Lon Chaney Jr. as the doomed Larry Talbot in The Wolf Man. We discuss the film's eerie atmosphere, its memorable cast, and Larry's behavior toward love-interest Gwen—which does not hold up in 2026!

Then we each choose films that take the werewolf legend in new directions, for better or worse. Richard's selections range from the early Universal film Werewolf of London (1935) to the groundbreaking transformation effects and dark humor of An American Werewolf in London (1981).

Sarah chooses the high school comedy Teen Wolf (1986) and a surprise pick that really bucks werewolf tradition - The Twilight Saga: New Moon (2009). Along the way, we share the historical significance, favorite moments, and a few surprising Star Wars connections.

The Halloween celebration continues with Halloween memories from our Skywalkers!

What werewolf movie or TV show would you add to our list? Let us know, and tell us if you're Team Edward or Team Jacob!

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Star Wars gets spooky for the Halloween season! Author Kiersten White joins us to talk about the first middle-grade Star Wars horror novel, Hiding from the Dark: A Star Wars Horror Novel! Kiersten explains how she approached writing suspense for younger readers, while still making the novel compelling for all ages. What makes Darth Vader so terrifying through the eyes of 12-year-old Bia? Kiersten shares the real-world inspirations behind the story's fears, from darkness to confined spaces. We also explore planetary ecosystems, unusual Star Wars names, and her own Jedi namesake!

Hiding From The Dark summary

Bia must flee her home on Coruscant and search for her mother while pursued by Imperial forces. But the greatest threat is a mysterious figure in black whose relentless pursuit turns her journey into a nightmare. What does Bia possess that the Empire wants so desperately—and can she escape the darkness closing in?

We also celebrate Carrie Fisher on what would have been her 70th birthday, honoring the fierce spirit and loyalty that made her our princess and protector.

Share your Halloween memories! We're including more Skywalker videos in next week's episode. Record yourself sharing a favorite Halloween memory—from childhood or a recent celebration—and send your clip to share@skywalkingthroughneverland.com.

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Luke Skywalker has gone from hero of the Rebellion to suspected murderer!

Hey Hey, Skywalkers! We return to Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics with 1982's issue #62, "Pariah!"—a pivotal chapter in the beloved Shira Brie storyline.

Richard revisits this dramatic issue from his childhood and learns he wasn't the only kid who had to look up "pariah." Sarah shares her first-time reactions and artistic observations, and our Skywalkers weigh in on Walt Simonson's striking red, black, and white cover. We also reveal our favorite panels, favorite dialogue, and the issue's most non-Star Wars moment.

Skywalking Force member Ben Avechuco joins us as the Hulk in "The Incredible Hulk and the Twins of Evil," a vintage Marvel/Hostess crossover advertisement! DM us if you'd like to voice a character in a future show.

Issue #62: "PARIAH!"

After trusting the Force and shooting down Shira Brie's TIE fighter, Luke is shunned by his fellow Rebels and begins questioning everything Ben Kenobi and Yoda taught him.

Has the Force betrayed him—or was Shira hiding something?

With a little help from Lando Calrissian and Chewbacca, Luke takes the Millennium Falcon to Shira's homeworld of Shalyvane. There he discovers that her story may have been a lie, survives a Trial by Ordeal, activates a mysterious transmitter with his own blood, and comes face-to-face with Darth Vader!

• Release date: May 18th, 1982
• Written by: David Michelinie & Walt Simonson
• Artwork by: Walt Simonson & Tom Palmer
• Cover Art: Walt Simonson

About Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics

For those new to our CMSWC sub-series, we are working our way through the original Star Wars comic run published by Marvel from 1977 to 1986. Along the way, we share childhood memories, first-time reactions, artistic observations, and connections to later Star Wars films, series, novels, comics, video games, and even theme parks. Think of it as a Star Wars history lesson, celebrating what we love.

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Tom Spina takes us behind the scenes of the "Star Wars in Motion" exhibit at the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles!

Usually, our conversations with Tom revolve around monsters, creatures, and whether they wear pants. This time, we're exploring how Tom Spina Designs created the hyper-real, life-sized figures that bring some of our favorite Star Wars characters to life inside the museum.

After our initial visit, we had plenty of questions. How were those remarkably lifelike faces sculpted? What goes into the approval process? And how do you create a figure to display an iconic movie costume? We explore the work behind characters including farmboy Luke, Princess Leia, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Mace Windu, Darth Maul, Zam Wesell, and Anakin Skywalker at different stages of his life.

Plus, there's a new addition to look for on your next visit: young Anakin is now seated in the Naboo starfighter in the library building, making him the museum's third Anakin mannequin!

Which character blew you away the most? Let us know in the comments!

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Want to visit Tatooine with us? Galaxy Tours founder Davin Anderson joins Richard and Sarah to reveal the itinerary for Skywalking Through Tunisia, March 1–6, 2027.

We'll explore 12 Star Wars filming locations and three Raiders of the Lost Ark sites together. Davin shares why he started Galaxy Tours, what makes this group trip special, and what to expect from the accommodations and filming locations. We also cover practical questions about packing and taking photos. Richard and Sarah will co-host the journey, bringing trivia, fun facts, and games along the way.

The tour is emotional and incredible. We will watch A New Hope at the Lars Homestead; ride ATV's and pretend you're on a landspeeder or a podracer in the location where Lucasfilm shot A New Hope and The Phantom Menace; come upon Luke's iconic domed homestead at sunset. The tour is all-inclusive of food, accommodations, and tour guides, and is $3,995 per person. Skywalkers can save 10% when they book by October 4, just type in the code "skywalking" at check-out.

It's also Skywalking Through Neverland's 13th anniversary! Celebrate with us as we get ready to kick off the 50th anniversary of Star Wars on the real-world Tatooine.

Tour dates: March 1–6, 2027 Skywalker discount deadline: October 4 Tour details and booking: https://galaxytours.com/product/star-wars-tour-tunisia-6-day-twin-suns-group-tour-2027-davin-anderson-skywalking-podcast-network/

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This episode features three more incredible interviews recorded at Rebel Scum Con III - Star Wars artist Danny Haas, stunt performer Matt Leonard (Zeb Orellios, The Mandalorian and Grogu) and actor Charlie Bushnell (Riley Lawson, Maul: Shadow Lord / Luke, Percy Jackson and the Olympians)!

🎨 Licensed Disney and Lucasfilm artist Danny Haas shares some great insight into how an artist becomes officially licensed by Disney and Lucasfilm. He also takes us inside his creative process. We adore Danny's Star Wars art, so he explains how Ahsoka became one of his signature subjects and why Luke Skywalker remains his favorite character. Growing up near Walt Disney World also played a major role in Danny's artistic journey.

💥 Matt Leonard takes us behind the scenes of physically portraying Zeb Orrelios in The Mandalorian Season 3—even though he didn't initially know he was playing Zeb! He recalls working with Jon Favreau, performing a huge stunt with Lateef Crowder for The Mandalorian & Grogu and stepping inside an AT-AT set. Matt also shares what it was like watching Antony Starr transform into Homelander on The Boys.

🎙️ Charlie Bushnell discusses voicing Riley Lawson in Maul: Shadow Lord, his lifelong love of The Clone Wars and the Ahsoka inspiration behind his performance. He also teases an expanded storyline for Luke Castellan and Annabeth in Season 3 of Percy Jackson and the Olympians (coming to Disney+ on November 20th).

Which interview surprised you the most? Let us know in the comments!

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Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics is back! This week, we're breaking down issue #61, "Screams in the Void," released on April 13, 1982.

Lauded as one of the premiere issues of this Marvel Comics series, "Screams in the Void" is a fan favorite. We got dozens of comments when we posted the cover out on social media for your opinions.

Richard shares his childhood memories of this pivotal issue, while Sarah experiences its twists and revelations for the first time. Along the way, we compare its artwork and ideas to The Force Awakens, Return of the Jedi, Ralph McQuarrie's concept art, and even Star Trek's The Trouble with Tribbles.

This fast-moving issue leaves us with one enormous cliffhanger: did Luke Skywalker actually kill Shira Brie??

About Issue 61: Screams in the Void

The Empire has captured a Teezl, a living communicator capable of transmitting information across the galaxy in the blink of an eye. Luke, Shira Brie, and a team of Rebel pilots infiltrate the Imperial armada in modified TIE fighters, but when the Teezl blocks their communications, Luke uses the Force to identify an enemy—and unknowingly shoots down Shira Brie!

• Release date: April 13th, 1982
• Written by: David Michelinie & Walt Simonson
• Artwork by: Walt Simonson, Tom Palmer, Glynis Wein
• Coloring by: Don Warfield
• Cover Art: Walt Simonson

About Classic Marvel Star Wars Comics

For those new to our CMSWC sub-series, we are working our way through the original Star Wars comic run published by Marvel from 1977 to 1986. Along the way, we share childhood memories, first-time reactions, artistic observations, and connections to later Star Wars films, series, novels, comics, video games, and even theme parks. Think of it as a Star Wars history lesson, celebrating what we love.

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After 16 years, three cities, and a reported $1 billion, the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art is finally opening in Los Angeles! During Member Previews, we got to experience so many amazing things - including Episode 1 of Star Wars: Detours!! This series was nearly complete when Disney bought Lucasfilm in 2012 and shelved it. After 14 years you can finally watch the first six episodes in one of the museum's two screening rooms.

Richard and I share several more highlights, including:✨ Exploring the museum's breathtaking architecture and library ✨ Taking in the Star Wars Cinema gallery ✨ Standing in the presence of a nearly full-size N-1 starfighter ✨ Discovering original comic artwork and artists' sketches ✨ Finding some unexpected statues on the museum's grounds

The museum officially opens to the public on September 22, so we offer important tips including ticket, dining, parking, reservation, and digital-guide facts to help plan your own visit. Remember: The Lucas Museum is not a "Star Wars museum." The goal is to celebrate narrative art in all its forms, including paintings, comics, illustrations, murals, photography, cinema artifacts, documentaries, and short films. Taking in all 30 galleries will take several more visits. In fact, we've booked another visit on September 30th. Will we see you there??

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We're heading back to Rebel Scum Con III for behind-the-scenes stories from The Mandalorian and Grogu with creature and stunt performers Misty Rosas, Richard Cetrone, and Donald Mills!

Misty Rosas reveals how she served as the on-set reference performer for Hugo Durant—and surprises us with the news that she also helped bring Gatori to life. She explains how her physical performance helped establish the characters' movements and eyelines before ILM completed the CG animation. Misty also drops an exciting tease about Hugo's food truck possibly coming to Galaxy's Edge!

Next, Richard Cetrone takes us inside his performance as Rotta the Hutt. More than Rotta's stunt performer, Richard embodied the breakout character in all of his scenes. Then Donald Mills shares what it was like stepping into the role of legendary bounty hunter Embo and becoming part of Lucasfilm's close-knit family of performers.

As a bonus, Kevin Bradford introduces us to Galaxy Tours, which takes Star Wars fans to the real Tunisian filming locations from A New Hope, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, and Raiders of the Lost Ark. We're already in the early planning stages of our own Tatooine adventure—and you may be able to join us!

All interviews were recorded at Rebel Scum Con III.

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Our D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event roundtable continues! In part two, we explore the biggest announcements from Horizons: Disney Parks and Experiences presentation, celebrate the newest Disney Legends, and show off some of our favorite merchandise from the convention.

We're joined by a fantastic group of friends: Joey Pittman of the Disney Universe Podcast joins us, along with longtime Skywalkers Courtney and Kelly Turckel. We also welcome Amanda, Kevin, and Kim from Where in the Park seek-and-find game and podcast.

Our friends from Where in the Park kick off a spirited discussion of Horizons: D23 Disney Experiences Showcase, featuring exciting updates from the Disney Parks. We dig into the Villains Land and Tropical Americas expansions coming to Walt Disney World, the long-awaited return of Dreamfinder and Figment to EPCOT, and the promise of a much-needed Tomorrowland overhaul!

We also share our reactions to the Disney Legends Awards Ceremony where the newest honorees have made a lasting impact on Disney history. From Anne Hathaway and Lin-Manuel Miranda to Harrison Ford's surprise appearance honoring Bob Iger, there was no shortage of memorable moments.

Finally, it's time for a little show-and-tell as we all reveal our favorite D23 merchandise and impulse buys.

What was your favorite D23 moment and merchandise? Let us know in the comments.

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We've now completed our convention-season trifecta with D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event, so it's time to share our experiences with you. There were so many exciting moments that we had to split our D23 coverage into two episodes.

Held at the Anaheim Convention Center, this three-day celebration is the epicenter of Disney fandom, and features three huge presentations at the 14,000-seat Honda Center. In this episode, we will cover Friday's Disney Entertainment Showcase, spotlighting upcoming films and television projects from Disney, Lucasfilm, Pixar, and Marvel; as well as our favorite personal moments of the convention - was there a life-changing moment that happened on the Spotlight Stage with Ashley Eckstein and Susan Egan?? Listen and find out!!

We're joined by a fantastic group of friends for this roundtable discussion: Joey Pittman of the Disney Universe Podcast and longtime Skywalkers Courtney and Kelly Turckel. We also welcome Amanda, Kevin, and Kim from Where in the Park seek-and-find game and podcast for their Skywalking Through Neverland debut!

Next episode, our D23 coverage continues with reactions to the Disney Experiences Showcase, the Disney Legends Awards Ceremony, and—of course—all that merchandise! And don't worry - we haven't forgotten about Rebel Scum Con - we will still share all of our interviews with Star Wars celebrities within the next month of podcast episodes.

What was your favorite moment or announcement from D23? Let us know in the comments!

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Before D23: The Ultimate Fan Experience hits, we wanted to share our experiences at Rebel Scum Con 2026 in Frisco, TX! James Gildersleeve (Skywalking Force) joins us as we go through each day of the convention. The panels we attended, the swag we bought, and the people we met - such a wonderful 3rd year of this little Star Wars convention that could.

We also go over the PACKED Force Feud Game Show that Richard and Sarah hosted with content creators. We can't wait to do it all again next year.

Some topics discussed:

• Denise Gough (Dedra Meero) panel
• Bryce Dallas Howard panel
• Sequel Trilogy Appreciation Panel hosted by The Force of Others Podcast
• Meeting Ewok Adventure actress Aubree Miller (Cindel Towani) for the first time
• Star Wars magnets and stickers
• Boonta Eve Texas hosted by the Virtual Cantina Network
• Autographs: Bonnie Piesse, Dennis Haysbert, Aubree Miller

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This week we're bringing you the first round of actor interviews we recorded at Rebel Scum Con 2026: The Mandalorian and Grogu stars Lateef Crowder (Din Djarin stunt performer), Matt Willig (Hogsbreth), and Jonny Coyne (Lord Janu)!

Lateef Crowder takes us beneath the beskar to the Mandalorian's action scenes. He reveals that he sweated through two suits a day while filming The Mandalorian and Grogu, takes us inside the film's incredible ice-base battle, and recalls fighting Giancarlo Esposito during the unforgettable Darksaber duel in The Mandalorian S2. "Giancarlo does not play!"

Next, Jonny Coyne reveals how his own name inspired the Imperial warlord Janu Coin. He recalls running up the Razor Crest ramp, filming with old-school practical effects, and shares Lord Janu's secret to surviving when so many other Star Wars villains have fallen: "You just become a rat!"

Finally, Matthew Willig discusses becoming Hogsbreth, Lord Janu's towering Iktotchi enforcer. He is an intimidating 6' 8" in real life, but sweet as can be. The lifelong Star Wars fan shares what it was like transforming through horns and prosthetics, and why remaining menacing around an adorable, lifelike Grogu was nearly impossible. We also revisit his memorable role as Little Chino on Dexter.

Next week: The Mandalorian & Grogu stunt & character performer team:

• Richard Cetrone - Rotta the Hutt
• Donald Mills - Embo
• Misty Rosas - Hugo Durant
• Matt Leonard - Zeb

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San Diego Comic-Con was a blast! During the event, we spoke with an incredible lineup of composers about the music of AHSOKA S1 & S2, the upcoming VISIONQUEST, SUPERGIRL, BRIDGERTON, and SPIDER-NOIR. Our guests include Kevin, Sean, and Deana Kiner, who discuss Thrawn's theme, Ahsoka's theme, and offer a few AHSOKA Season 2 nuggets.

Then we attended the 12th Annual Musical Anatomy of a Superhero panel, moderated by Michael Giacchino, and were able to speak with all four of the following composers in a press roundtable after the panel. Mick Giacchino previews the "playful, quirky, and wacky" score for Marvel's upcoming Disney+ series VISIONQUEST. Claudia Sarne takes us behind the music and drama of SUPERGIRL. Then Kris Bowers and Michael Dean Parsons discuss two vastly different scores: BRIDGERTON and SPIDER-NOIR. Did they score Spider-Noir in black and white? Let's find out!

We're also heading to Rebel Scum Con in Frisco, TX! Join us Saturday, August 8 at 3:00 p.m. in Panel Room B for FORCE FEUD, plus look for our Pop-Up Trivia throughout the convention.

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Our San Diego Comic-Con 2026 adventure was packed with Star Wars trivia, fashion, science, and plenty of Schwartz!

We hosted a high-energy Star Wars Trivia Party for more than 100 fans, followed by an autograph session and Pop-Up Trivia event celebrating our upcoming book, So You Think You Know Star Wars: 50 Years of Trivia & Fun Facts. The response was incredible—the line grew so large that volunteers and security were called in to help manage the crowd!

We also share highlights from:

• The Spaceballs: The New One panel: Rick Moranis, Daphne Zuniga, Josh Gad, Keke Palmer, Lewis Pullman, and Kevin Smith
• The DC-themed Her Universe Fashion Show hosted by Ashley Eckstein and Michael James Scott
• Mission Control's interactive STEAM activities, co-hosted by our very own Star Warsologies
• An amazing handmade gift from Jeff Caffrey (Virtual Cantina Network)

A huge thank-you to James, Julie, Bryn, Nick, Dani, and everyone who helped make our SDCC events such a success!

Coming next week: our long-awaited interview with Star Wars composers Kevin, Sean, and Deana Kiner (The Clone Wars, Star Wars Rebels, Ahsoka), plus conversations with the composers behind Spider-Noir, Supergirl, Bridgerton, and more.

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This episode is a potpourri of things we want to share, as we recount the hilariously unpredictable Rise of Skywalker Celebrity Live Read and review Disney's live-action Moana, with some trivia thrown in for fun!

The George Lucas Talk Show returned to Dynasty Typewriter on July 11 to stage a live reading of the original Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker film. The production featured an incredible cast of comedians and actors putting their own spin on Rey, Finn, Poe, Kylo Ren, Emperor Palpatine, and more. The all-star cast included Taran Killam (Saturday Night Live, Single Parents), Lou Wilson (Dimension 20, Jimmy Kimmel Live!), Vic Michaelis (Very Important People, PONIES), Patton Oswalt (Ratatouille, The Goldbergs), Cobie Smulders (How I Met Your Mother, The Avengers), Paul F. Tompkins (BoJack Horseman, Mr. Show), Missi Pyle (Galaxy Quest, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory), and surprise guest Rich Sommer (Mad Men, The Devil Wears Prada) as Force ghost Luke Skywalker. You can watch at https://swliveread.com.

Sarah then shares her review of Disney's live-action Moana. How does this new interpretation compare with the beloved animated film? We discuss the cast, music, breathtaking scenery, expanded mythology, and whether this remake successfully recaptures the heart of the original. Read her full review here.

Finally, we test your knowledge with a round of Disney live-action remake trivia. How well do you know Disney's reimagined classics?

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Convention season is about to jump into lightspeed, and we're getting ready for one of the busiest times of the year! Joining us is our friend Spencer Jawitz from the Virtual Cantina Network to talk about everything that goes into making fan conventions unforgettable.

Ever wonder what it takes to book celebrity guests or organize a successful convention? Spencer pulls back the curtain on the realities of convention planning, from budgeting and logistics to building relationships with guests and creating memorable experiences for fans. We discuss the many lessons he's learned behind the scenes while planning fan events.

We also preview the exciting months ahead, including San Diego Comic-Con, Rebel Scum Con 3, and Boonta Eve Special Edition Texas 2, with a look at what attendees can expect and offering advice for anyone attending their very first convention.

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This week we can FINALLY announce our upcoming So You Think You Know Star Wars official Star Wars trivia book and share some fun details. Join us as we discover just how much your pre-orders helped this book climb the Amazon rankings! Grab your pre-order today.

We're also launching a brand-new round of Force Feud with questions designed for Star Wars fans. Answer these and be a part of our Comic-Con panels!

• When a jawa says "Utini!" what do they really mean?
• What extra feature would you add to your lightsaber?
• How does Chewbacca annoy Han Solo?
• What do you hope Dedra Meero says to you first?
• Besides tools, what does Rey bring on a day of scavenging?

Plus, we look back on our favorite Fourth of July memories and traditions.

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What do you do when you don't have time to attend Fan Expo Anaheim? Create your own event!

Feeling a serious case of FOMO, Richard came up with a last-minute idea inspired by David Letterman's "Man on the Street" segments: take Skywalking Through Neverland on the road with our mobile stage, some great prizes, and a whole lot of Star Wars and pop culture trivia.

In just a couple of hours outside the Anaheim Convention Center, Richard and Sarah reunited with members of the Skywalking Force, met lots of new friends, and challenged fans to test their geek knowledge. It turned out so much better than we expected!

Best of all, this is just the beginning. Everything in this episode leads to a BIG announcement on July 3rd, with next week's episode revealing even more.

Have we teased you enough yet? 😄

Subscribe so you don't miss next week's exciting reveal, and be sure to follow us on social media for the July 3 announcement!

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Tiffany Ellinger – Cosplay Trivia Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tiffany_ellinger TikTok (Vervain Vault): https://www.tiktok.com/@vervainvault

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Oscar Flores & Dulce Garcia – "What's Wrong With This Picture?" Hyperspace 3D Print on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hyperspace3dprint

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Crystal Aquino – "Everything But the Vowels" Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/arkhampinup

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Jerrell Hamilton – "What's Wrong With This Picture?" Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_jc_hammer

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Tim, Renata, Emma & Owen Santens – "Sliced Appendages" Instagram (Tales From the Collection): https://www.instagram.com/talesfromthecollection

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Jeff May – Trivia Challenge Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/heytherejeffro2 Podcast: Jeff Has Cool Friends

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