Episode 108 - Convening on the Star Wars Universe and Filipino Naming Conventions

Sigi and Jezzie start off the New Year by making a deep cut into the universe and mythology of Star Wars.  From realizing that stories can be told in trilogies to its playbook on merchandising, they discuss the cultural impact that this franchise has made on the cinematic and societal landscapes.  Jezzie bravely calls out the fanboys of the Star Wars Universe to be more charitable and Sigi calls out society on the irony on why it's easier to say the names of the far-out places in Star Wars as opposed to their own Filipino names.  Filipino names are explored, especially the portmanteau (composite) naming conventions commonly used in the Filipino community.  Finally, as the fixing of the week, Jezzie has two: 1. Understanding that a history and meaning is behind every Filipino name, and 2. To be more charitable as a vehicle to filling this world with more hope.  Happy New Year everyone!

 

In the Mix this Week:

• Wikipedia's overview of the Star Wars Universe,
• How Star Wars Changed Hollywood,
• Industrial Light & Magic,
• How Star Wars Created a Merchandising Empire,
• Why we love Star Wars: an explainer for 'normal' people,
• Wikipedia's entry on Portmanteau