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Saturday, June 20, 2009 

Category: Podcast
In this (disappointingly late) episode of the official 501st podcast, we visit Star Wars Weekends from inside the bucket, chat with skin art enthusiast Shane Turgeon, and get 8 tips from the Legion Founder to help avoid “501st Burnout.” All this plus mission reports, upcoming events, the adventures of TD9993 and the chance to win cool 501st swag. Head over to www.501st.com/podcast to listen, subscribe or comment now on our show notes page.
iTunes subscribers, please go to www.501st.com/podcast to subscribe to our *new* feed.
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Friday, July 25, 2008 

Category: Podcast
http://501st. com/podcast/

Get ready for a whole lot of interviews as we put the questions to the creators of Robot Chicken, Star Wars artist Katie Cook, Trooper of the Month Thomas Spanos, Spike TV viral video stars, and R2-KT Coin Project Coordinator Lesley Farquhar. Don't worry, we've also got recent news, mission reports, and the usual 501st goodness.
We also make good on a forgotten trivia question from last episode…listen and win!

Show Notes: Episode XX (July 24, 2008)

Hosts: Dean Plantamura (TK-899), Lor (TK-7883) and Jumpin' Joe Stevenson (TK-6064)

Post-Production: Dean Plantamura (TK-899)

Content Development: Nicky Blum (DZ-8397) and Dean Plantamura (TK-899)

Contributors: Andrew Liptak (TK-3220), Adam Scott (RC-6124)

Recent News

* Induction of Robot Chicken crew as Friends of the Legion (photos)
* R2-KT coin project - interview with Lesley (TR-3774) (coin picture)
* 501st on Spike TV commercials (videos) (behind-the-scenes photos)
* New England Garrison: Hasbro commerical (video)
* The Pam Schoof Cancer Fund
* Stormtrooper Smash: The Sequel (original video) Warning: mature content.

* Dune Sea Garrison on Fox 10 Phoenix (video)

Honorary Member Interview - Star Wars artist Katie Cook

Mission Reports

* Weird Al Concerts
o Bloodfin Garrison
o Garrison Excelsior (photos)
o MidSouth Garrison
* Costa Rica Outpost: CosParty 2008 & Cow Parade
* Canadian Garrison's Capital City Squad: Family Fun Day with Roger's House
* German Garrison: Annual Gathering at Moviepark
* Taiwan Formosa Outpost: Clone Wars sneak peek
* New England Garrison: Borders Books Radio Interview (photos)

Trooper of the Month Interview - Thomas Spanos, SL-1876

Rebel Legion Segment

Upcoming Events

* Southern California Garrison: San Diego Comic-Con
* Toys R Us Clone Wars Toy Release (locations, press release)
* Darth Vader hot air balloon appearance - Redington Balloon Festival, New Jersey
* Garrison Carida: Steel City Con
* Karen Traviss signings

Other

* Trooper Websites: Ed Karl, TK-2304
* Contest/Giveaway
* Honorary Member Birthday Wishes
o Anthony Forrest (July 25th)
o Drew Karpyshyn (July 28th)
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Sunday, July 20, 2008 

Category: Goals, Plans, Hopes
We spoke about this quilt in Episode 19 and now this wonderful quilt is up for auction until July 26 9:08om PDT. 100% of the final sale price will be going to the Make-A-Wish Foundation. If you will be at ComiCon this coming weekend, it will be on display.
Thank you so much for your time and energy on this Terri!

From the 501st Charity Patch Quilt Auction Page:

For the purposes of clarity, My name is Terri Hodges, and I am not a 501st member but my husband is an Honorary Member which is how I got involved with such an amazing organization.




The 501st Quilt is a project that I worked on primarily with the Golden Gate Garrison with additional help from Southern California Garrison and hosted at San Diego Comic Con by the San Diego Squad the with all proceeds going to Make a Wish Foundation.


The Quilt will be on display at San Diego Comic Con July 23-27, 2008

Troopers and Friends of the Legion, from all over the world, have donated the patches included on the quilt.



To name just a few patches donated:

Tournament of Roses Parade Patch (Very Rare!)
Celebration IV Patch
Saudi Arabia Outpost
Japanese Garrison
Holmes Trooper
and many more!

Pictures of individual patches and the progress can be found here:
http://www. flickr. com/photos/vmperella/tags/quilt/


To learn a little about the 501st Quilt Project check out the MySpace page at
http://www. myspace. com/craftingthegalaxy..
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Friday, June 27, 2008 

Category: Podcast
http://501st. com/podcast/

Jumpin' Joe Stevenson joins the 501stCast crew as we report the latest news on R2-KT, Honorary Member Katie Cook, Celebration Japan, and other 501st events around the world. The Rebel Legion also returns to give us a progress report on the RFT costume, and we conclude our exclusive interview with Gerald Home.


Show Notes: Episode XVIII (June 26, 2008)

Hosts: Dean Plantamura (TK-899), Varza (DZ-8772) and Jumpin' Joe Stevenson (TK-6064)

Post-Production: Dean Plantamura (TK-899) and Lor (TK-7883)

Content Development: Nicky Blum (DZ-8397) and Dean Plantamura (TK-899)

Contributors: Andrew Liptak (TK-3220), Burr Martin (TD-9993), Chris Richards (TK-1073), Adam Scott (RC-6124), Bob Gouveia (BH-1171), Matt Hoffman and Chris Baker

Recent News

* Imperial Public Service Announcement (videos)
* New Honorary Member: Katie Cook (Blogs: MCCC, 501st, R2-KT)
* R2-KT on the big screen (starwars. com gallery)
* R2-KT Commemorative Coin (picture) (how to order)
* Dutch Outpost: The Force Unleashed sneak peek

Honorary Member Interview with Gerald Home (part 2 of 2) (SWORA website)

Mission Reports

* Great Lakes Garrison: Nick Jr.
Kid Expo (Cupid Shuffle, Jaster & the 9 Volts)
* Taiwan Formosa Outpost: Call for aid for Sichuan earthquake victims (World Vision Taiwan)
* MidSouth Garrison: Night Stalker Family Fun Day (gallery, video)
* Swiss Garrison: Zurich Comic Convention
* New England Garrison: Hasbro Kids Carnival (gallery)
* Florida Garrison: Star Wars Weekends
* Golden Gate Garrison: Foster a Dream Gala
* Great Lakes Garrison: Drive-In Movie Night

Rebel Legion Segment

Upcoming Events

* Japanese Garrison: Celebration Japan
* Weird Al Yankovic concerts (tour dates)
* Nordic Garrison: Star Wars: The Exhibition
* Midwest Garrison: Wizard World Chicago

Other

* Trooper Websites: TK-8541 - Faithful Servant of the Empire
* Contest/Giveaway - win an exclusive patch!
* Honorary Member Birthday Wishes
o Steve Sansweet (June 14th)
o C.
Andrew Nelson (June 22nd)
o David Prowse (July 1st)
o William Hootkins (July 5th)
o Bruce Boa (July 10th)
* 501stCast MiniCasts - Detachment Briefing and Stump the Trooper
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Wednesday, June 25, 2008 

Category: Goals, Plans, Hopes
Now fans of R2-KT, the pink Imperial droid with the heart of gold, can get their own collectible "challenge" coin and contribute to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, the charitable organization that was so supportive to R2-KT's inspirational namesake Katie Johnson.
The commemorative coin is 1.5 inches in diameter with antique silver and nickel finish, dual plated with gold and soft enamel for the coloring. There is no limit to how many coins you may purchase, and all proceeds will be donated to Make-A-Wish. To pre-order your R2-KT coin, PayPal $10.00 US (includes fees and worldwide shipping) to plfarquhar@cox.net or e-mail for other payment options.
Click here for an image of this very special coin which commemorates the girl who moved a Legion.
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Friday, June 20, 2008 

Part one of an interview with Gerald Home (Squidhead/Mon Calamari Officer), an on-site report from Disney's Star Wars Weekends, a Droid Hunt roundtable, and 501st news and event coverage from around the globe.

Show Notes: Episode XVII (June 13, 2008)

Hosts: Nicky Blum (DZ-8397), Varza (DZ-8772) and Lor (TK-7883)

Post-Production: Dean Plantamura (TK-899), Lor (TK-7883)

Content Development: Nicky Blum (DZ-8397)

Contributors: Andrew Liptak (TK-3220), Burr Martin (TD-9993), Dean Plantamura (TK-899)

Recent News

Honorary Member Interview with Gerald Home (part 1 of 2) (SWORA website)

Mission Reports

Upcoming Events

Other

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Wednesday, June 04, 2008 

Category: Podcast
Welcome to the first episode of the 501stCast's Detachment Briefing.
During these briefings we'll be talking with 501st Legion members from the various detachments about the costumes they specialize in.

This episode, recorded on 12 May 2008, features an introduction to the Jolly Roger Squadron which is the costuming detachment for the TIE Fighter Pilot costume.

Visit the Jolly Rogers online at: JRS Detachment

Hosts: Nicky Blum (DZ-8397) and Lor (TK-7883)

Guests: Jim (TI-3853) and Tom (TI-118)

Content Development and Post-Production: Nicky Blum (DZ-8397)

We welcome your feedback via our comment form below or by emailing podcast@501st.com

p.s. Sorry I haven't posted any updates for awhile.
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Tuesday, May 13, 2008 

Category: Podcast
501stCast: MiniCast: May 7, 2008: Stump the Trooper!

May 7th, 2008 — MiniCast, Stump the Trooper

In this episode of Stump the Trooper, Legion Member Bob Tyrrell (TB-4692) of the 501st Mountain Garrison is quizzed on details regarding our 501st Legion Honorary Member program.

How to Play: 501st members answer trivia questions to win cool Legion swag on behalf of a random 501stCast listener. Just add the 501stCast as a friend at myspace.com/501stcast for a chance to win!

Hosts: Dean Plantamura (TK-899), Nicky Blum (DZ-8397)

Post-Production: Dean Plantamura (TK-899)

Content Development: Dean Plantamura (TK-899)
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Tuesday, April 01, 2008 

Category: Podcast

The 501st is honored to finally have the opportunity to release this brief interview with Star Wars creator George Lucas as recorded live at ShoWest in Las Vegas on March 13, 2008. Listen in as George reveals "Project 4108″ and learn what it will mean for Star Wars fans around the world!

Host: Dean Plantamura (TK-899)

Post-Production: Dean Plantamura (TK-899)

Content Development: Dean Plantamura (TK-899)

501stCast

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Wednesday, March 26, 2008 

Category: Podcast

MiniCast: March 25, 2008: Stump the Trooper!

In this episode of Stump the Trooper, Legion Member Eduardo Jara Salas (ID-5494) of the 501st Costa Rica Outpost gets the third degree about the Legion Founder.

How to Play: 501st members answer trivia questions to win cool Legion swag on behalf of a random 501stCast listener. Just add the 501stCast as a friend at myspace.com/501stcast for a chance to win!

Hosts: Dean Plantamura (TK-899), Nicky Blum (DZ-8397)

Post-Production: Dean Plantamura (TK-899)

Content Development: Dean Plantamura (TK-899)

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