Ep between Eps: Forrest Moon Festival & Juan Montes reactions
It’s the episode between episodes when Elora and Dave discuss what their guests Star Wars journey means to them! We look back at Juan Montes and how Star Wars VHS was his intro to the galaxy far, far away, how his adventures in Alaska became a Hoth encounter and how what Star Wars means to him inspired his journey from imaginative kid to a professional creative!
We also welcome special guests, Cassandra Hesseltine (film commissioner) and Tracy Boyd (producer) producers of the incredible Forest Moon Festival – a celebration of the Endor Moon’s filming locations from Return of the Jedi among the scenic and iconic redwoods of Humboldt and Del Norte counties. Discover the heart, vision and cinematic love behind this immersive, family-friendly Star Wars event that features guests like Kyle Newman (Fanboys director) and Rebel Force Radio.
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The Forest Moon Festival grew out of a passion for film and love of our beautiful region, and all it has to offer. It began with the vision of the Humboldt • Del Norte Film Commission, to embrace one of the great film franchises of all time, STAR WARS and it's choice to cast our region as the Forest Moon of Endor-- the home of the Ewoks, some 40 years ago! Our hope is that by inviting fans of all ages to come see the stunning filming locations featured in STAR WARS: RETURN OF THE JEDI and attend screenings of the film, it will also give them a chance to discover all the Redwood Coast has to offer in natural beauty, hospitality, arts, and culture. The Forest Moon Festival team comes from backgrounds in film, theater, and art-- And we are thrilled to work with businesses, pop-ups, events, and community partners throughout Humboldt and Del Norte Counties, who are creating their own little corner of the STAR WARS universe!
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Star Wars may have the largest and most diverse fanbase in all the galaxy—but every fan has their own certain point of view. So, tune your comlinks and join Star Wars enthusiasts, Dave (an OT kid) and Elora (a PT kid), every week for an in-depth conversation with a different devotee from all walks of life across the Star Wars fandom universe. Plus, it’s just FUN to talk about Star Wars. To bring balance to the fanbase, each episode we’ll delve into our guests’ personal Star Wars fandom story, and from that point of view, we’ll celebrate the power of the Force. Strap in, ignite your passion for the galaxy far, far away, and find out: What Does Stars Wars Mean To You?
Music composed & performed by Gregory Bromfield
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