Callbacks to Rebels and The Clone Wars abound in The Mandalorian’s season 1 finale, but in the end, this show has always known what it’s really about.

In our recap of “Redemption” (The Mandalorian Season 1, Chapter 8), we wrestle with questions of honor, if it matters, and why it’s so important to try. We also cover the chain of ownership of darksaber (and question why Lando doesn’t have it??), the importance of the Child, and the role of Moff Gideon in the somehow still-functioning Empire (???).

Buckle up—this could be a real adventure! Next week, we’re shifting vibes entirely to cover the premiere of Skeleton Crew (!!!!!!!!).

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Timestamps:

00:00:00 Who Are We?

00:02:37 Plot Overview

00:15:18 The Lineage of the Darksaber and Why Lando Doesn’t Have It

00:24:52 Star Wars Grammar

00:30:43 Honor in The Mandalorian

00:48:48 The Child, The Empire, and Moff Gideon

00:56:42 Bae Watch

01:05:11 Closing Thoughts