Episode XX: In Which We Celebrate REAL Star Wars Day - Follow Your Dreams!
In this episode, Kiri celebrates REAL Star Wars Day: May 25th! This was the day when A New Hope was first released in theaters (though it was just called "Star Wars" back then).
In a somewhat corny episode, Kiri goes into a bit of George Lucas' history and how he followed his gut and stayed true to himself from when he was a teenager through when he made Star Wars.
If you're not following your dreams, what are you doing?
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Notable thoughts:
00:01 - The history of Star Wars Day and why May 25th is also significant.
02:59 - Negative comments she received on Instagram for her opinion on Darth Maul's return and talks about a difficult question she was asked.
04:40 - George Lucas followed his dreams despite pressure from his father to take over the family business and how he got into the film industry.
07:29 - George Lucas' early career, including his first film THX 1138 and his experience with Warner Brothers.
12:52 - The obstacles George Lucas faced while making Star Wars, including issues with sets and actors.
13:58 - The importance of following your dreams, using George Lucas as an example, and Kiri relates it to her own business ventures.
14:50 - George Lucas is an example of someone who followed his passion despite obstacles.
15:35 - Kiri Mohan encourages listeners to reflect on their goals and whether they are on the right path. She also reminds everyone to thank George Lucas for creating Star Wars.
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