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Why The Real Darth Vader Can’t Attend Science Fiction Conventions

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Ever wondered why Lord Darth Vader hates conventions?

Here’s your answer!

Just as a FYI, to avoid old posts becoming one with the Force, this post has been republished so it can be a blue glowy thing, it was Originally posted 2023-11-22 00:58:31.

Lightsabers | Science and Star Wars

On this episode of Science and Star Wars we build our own “lightsaber” with Taylor Gray, the voice of Star Wars Rebels’ Ezra Bridger. Paid for by IBM.

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Helper Droids | Science and Star Wars

On this episode of Science and Star Wars we explore how close we are to developing Droids to help us in our everyday lives. Paid for by IBM.

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Bacta Tanks and Carbonite | Science and Star Wars

On this episode of Science and Star Wars we look at technologies that have the potential to heal like Bacta. Then, we attempt to “freeze” Anthony. Paid for by IBM.

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Speeders and Hover Vehicles | Science and Star Wars

On this episode of Science and Star Wars, we explore the real-world possibilities for hover vehicles and build our own version of Luke Skywalker’s landspeeder. Paid for by IBM.

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Force Powers | Science and Star Wars

On this episode of Science and Star Wars, we use technology to replicate the powers of the Force with Ashley Eckstein (Ahsoka Tano). Paid for by IBM.

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Robotic Limbs | Science and Star Wars

On this episode of Science and Star Wars we explore how real robotic limbs are helping people here on Earth. Paid for by IBM.

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Space Travel | Science and Star Wars

On this episode of Science and Star Wars (paid for by IBM), we explore real-world technologies for traveling the galaxy with astronaut Cady Coleman and take a tour of the International Space Station.

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Boba Fett | Science and Star Wars

In this episode of Science and Star Wars (paid for by IBM), Daniel Logan joins us for a look a the technology powering the galaxy’s most notorious bounty hunter, Boba Fett.

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Artificial Intelligence | Science and Star Wars

On this episode of Science and Star Wars, C-3PO himself, Anthony Daniels, joins us for a look at how artificial intelligence is being used here on Earth. Paid for by IBM

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