In Episode 176 of The Force Geeks: A Star Wars Podcast, Nate, Jake, and Chris break down all the action and story from The Acolyte in the after-show of episode 4 of the premier season, titled "Day." ***Warning: Spoilers ahead!*** The Geeks weigh in on the moment when Mae’s Master is finally revealed to the Jedi and how that changes everything. Osha’s internal conflict and her longing to rejoin the Jedi Order—what does it mean for her character? Plus, will Mae turn back to the Light Side or remain unredeemable? We discuss her murky motivations, and we delve into the thrilling scene where a large group of Jedi teams up to stop Mae—how does it stack up to previous Star Wars moments? Lastly, we explore the powerful entrance of Mae’s Master and the cliffhanger it sets up.

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