#282: Mandalorian & Grogu Trailer Reaction + The State of Star Wars Fandom

Is the hype real for the return of Din Djarin and Grogu? On this episode of the Smugglers Galaxy Podcast, we discuss the new Mandalorian & Grogu trailer that debuted during the Big Game. We debate our excitement (or lack thereof) and analyze Disney’s current marketing strategy: is it hitting the mark or missing the target?

We also get real about the Star Wars community, discussing our concerns regarding the tepid engagement currently seen across online fandoms.

In this episode, we cover:

Trailer Breakdown: Our honest reactions to the Mandalorian & Grogu Big Game teaser.

The Marketing Playbook: Is Star Wars losing its momentum?

Star Wars Collecting: We share our latest hauls, including Micro Galaxy Squadron, Black Series, rare prototypes, and the legendary Ponda Baba.

Fan Nostalgia: A listener email takes us back to 1999 as we revisit the electric excitement leading up to Star Wars: Episode I – The Phantom Menace.