ForceCast #263: Presented By Joh Yowza

This week we tackle the Special Edition changes, including a surprising argument over whether it's important that Han shoots first. And Erik reveals the only Star Wars scene he fast forwards through -- and it's not from the prequels! We also cover book news, debunk an Abrams rumor, talk about reveals from SDCC, and more!

Show Notes:

The HoloNet

• Lucasfilm Debunks Rumor That J.J. Abrams Is Considering Abandoning Episode VII
  
• SDCC 2013: Star Wars / Phineas and Ferb Crossover Episode Coming
  
• The Jedi Path And Book Of Sith Boxed Set Coming Next Year
  Disney And Hasbro Extend Star Wars And Marvel Licensing Deals

Discussion

• We revisit our discussion about showing the Star Wars saga to young kids, but this time, we add in another variable: Special Editions or Un-Special Editions? Find out what we think of the changes in DVD and Blu-ray re-releases, from Greedo shooting first to "Jedi Rocks."

Fan Focus

• Geologists Use Mos Espa Set In Tunisia To Track Shifting Desert Landscape
  
• SDCC: A New Hope Blooper Reel Screened For The First Time
  
• SDCC: becker&mayer! Shows Off New Star Wars Books
  
• Empire And Rebellion: Honor Among Thieves Cover Revealed
  
• SDCC: Tweets From Del Rey's Star Wars Books Panel
  
• CEII: Celebration Stage Interviews To Feature Social Media Integration
  
• CEII: Exclusive Star Wars Insider Magazine For Germany

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