A Star Wars literary podcast that strives to deliver an educational and yet, entertaining analysis and outlook, pertaining to the new canonical novels/YA books from the galaxy far, far away. In other words, Becca and Mark are your guardians to the Whills and your librarians to the long-lost Jedi Archives.
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Welcome to Kanata’s Castle! The Podcast rated “E”for Everyone! We are two moms that have an acquired taste: talking about Star Wars! We welcome Everyone to our show and oh, NO fighting. Also, don’t stare. At any of it!
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A Star Wars Podcast hosted by Gerry Cable & Scotty Jayro! Join us for weekly live stream discussions and podcast episodes where we chat about Star Wars, pop culture, and share our laid-back, humorous, and thoughtful takes. No frills, just good vibes in a galaxy far, far away. Our mantra, Stay Bombad, embodies our entire message as creators, all while honoring our favorite character & mascot Jar Jar Binks.
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I’m Benjamin Uttley—a Producer and Director. Every week, I sit down with someone who’s lived a little—filmmakers, actors, athletes, founders, thinkers, the occasional reluctant legend—and ask them a question that tends to stop people in their tracks: “If you could only pass on one thing you’ve learned… what would it be?” It’s not advice. It’s not a shortcut. It’s a moment. A memory. A truth they’d bottle if they could. Sometimes it’s profound. Sometimes it’s funny. Sometimes it hurts. Someti ...
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395: Starfighter 'Casting,' More Boba Fett, and A New Hope 50th Anniversary Discussion
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46:36In this episode of Tarkin’s Top Shelf, your hosts discuss the latest “What Ifs” being reported by multiple media sources. First up, the recent report on Star Wars: ‘Starfighter’ regarding actor Matt Smith. Secondly, the Boba Fett news regarding Tem Morrison’s recent Comic-Con appearance and then Mark and Becca talk about the upcoming 50th anniversa…
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This week on The One Thing I Learned, director and executive producer Becca Dobyns shares her key takeaway from years spent in the film industry. With an incredible eye for storytelling and collaborative spirit, she brings out the best in every project and team she touches. Here is the one thing she wants to pass on. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podc…
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394: In Review: 'Lucas Wars' by Laurent Hopman and Renaud Roche
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58:43In review: Lucas Wars by Laurent Hopman and Renaud Roche, published by Macmillan Publishing. In this episode, your hosts discuss the book, which explores George Lucas’s journey from an aimless dreamer to a groundbreaking filmmaker and a key figure in the New Hollywood movement. But first, Mark and Becca go over the latest in Star Wars news. Help us…
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393: Lucasfilm Publishing Announcements SDCC
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57:42In this episode of Tarkin’s Top Shelf, your hosts discuss the Lucasfilm Publishing Announcements at SDCC! Mark and Becca review and provide commentary on the latest publishing reveals from SDCC, including updates from George Lucas and his museum. But first, they go over some Star Wars news. Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subsc…
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392: Gearing Up For "ROTS Deluxe Edition Novel and TFA 10th Anniversary Magazine" Discussion
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58:35In this episode of Tarkin’s Top Shelf, Mark and Becca “gear up” with excitement for the impending anniversary editions of Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith Deluxe Edition Novel and Star Wars: The Force Awakens 10th Anniversary Magazine. But first, your hosts discuss Andor Emmy Nominations and the latest in Star Wars news. Help us spread the word about…
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391: The "Unchecked" Power of The Jedi Order
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50:56In this episode of Tarkin’s Top Shelf, your hosts discuss the “unchecked” power of the Jedi Order mentioned by Senator Rayencourt in the final episode of The Acolyte series. But first, Mark and Becca review the latest news on SDCC, Harrison Ford’s birthday, and director updates for the second season of Ahsoka. Help us spread the word about the show…
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390: Book Review: Star Wars: The Acolyte Visual Guide by Pablo Hidalgo
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56:53In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts review Star Wars: The Acolyte Visual Guide by Pablo Hidalgo. Mark and Becca go over the latest in Star Wars news: Rebuild the Galaxy (Pieces of the Past), Ahsoka Season 2 rumors, and Obi-Wan Kenobi rumors. Then, your hosts discuss 'The Acolyte' Visual Guide, The High Republic, The Acolyte series, an…
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389: Book Review: Star Wars: Trials of the Jedi by Charles Soule
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1:00:46In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts review the final installment of Star Wars: The High Republic: Trials of the Jedi by Charles Soule. Mark and Becca have an in-depth and thought-provoking conversation about Star Wars: Trials of the Jedi. During their discussion, they draw many connections to Star Wars: The Phantom Menace, Star Wars R…
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For Episode 07 of The One Thing I Learned, my dad and former rugby legend Roger Uttley shares the one lesson he wants to pass on. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or visit TheOneThingILearned.com 📱 Follow us on Instagram & TikTok: @theonethingilearnedBy Benjamin Uttley
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388: Ending of Eras? Star Wars: The High Republic, The Acolyte, and Andor
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46:08In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts discuss the 'End of Eras' with Star Wars 'The High Republic,' The Acolyte, and Andor. When one door closes, another opens. Mark and Becca talk about their overall satisfaction with The High Republic Era and its live-action sequel, 'The Acolyte,' and Andor coming to a close. They also discuss possibl…
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387: Midi-chlorians with Scotty Jayro!
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1:04:10In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts welcome the author of: 'Midi-chlorians: An Alliance of Science, Mythology, and Magic,' and the cohost of 'Bombadcast,' Scotty Jayro to the show. Mark and Becca kick off the show by asking Scotty some Star Wars "Get-To-Know-You" questions, and then they talk about Midi-chlorians, Star Wars Celebratio…
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For Episode 06 of The One Thing I Learned, editor and producer Col Goudie BFE shares the one lesson that's stuck with them from a life well lived and over 40 years in the film industry. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or visit TheOneThingILearned.com 📱 Follow us on Instagram & TikTok: @theonethingilearned #TheOneThingILearned #TOTIL #…
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386: Book Review: Star Wars 'The High Republic: A Valiant Vow'
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50:04Tarkin's Top Shelf discusses Star Wars: The High Republic: A Valiant Vow by Justina Ireland. In this episode, your hosts review the final Star Wars book from The High Republic author Justina Ireland, 'A Valiant Vow.' But first, Mark and Becca talk about the latest Star Wars 'Starfighter' news, the first anniversary of 'The Acolyte,' and the approac…
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Lachlan Monro reflects on his diverse, unorthodox and fascinating career in the world of international security as he shares the one thing he's learned. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or visit TheOneThingILearned.com 📱 Follow us on Instagram & TikTok: @theonethingilearned #TheOneThingILearned #TOTIL #LifeLessons…
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Introducing Michael Stevenson, one of the most loved and respected second assistant directors in the film industry, as he shares the one thing he's learned. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or visit TheOneThingILearned.com 📱 Follow us on Instagram & TikTok: @theonethingilearned #TheOneThingILearned #TOTIL #LifeLessons…
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385: Book Review: Star Wars 'Into the Light' and Sith Connections?
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1:05:19Book Review: Star Wars 'Into the Light' by Claudia Gray and Sith Connections? In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts review Star Wars: The High Republic 'Into the Light' by Claudia Gray. Mark and Becca recap the key events from Claudia's final installment of 'The High Republic' era that lead them down a dark side path of possible Sith co…
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384: In Review: Star Wars: The Acolyte 'Wayseeker' by Justina Ireland
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45:54Tarkin's Top Shelf gets back to the basics in episode #384. In this episode, your hosts review Star Wars: The Acolyte 'Wayseeker' by Justina Ireland. Mark and Becca look closely at the forced union between Jedi Knight Indara and Master Vernestra Rwoh in 'Wayseeker.' They discuss the political nature between the Republic Senate and the Jedi High Cou…
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383: Andor S2 Finale Episodes 10-12 Roundtable Discussion
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1:01:26Tarkin's Top Shelf joins forces with Idiot's Array and Kanata's Castle Podcasts for their final Roundtable Discussion on the Season Finale of Andor episodes 10-12. Your hosts have an in-depth conversation on the finale of Andor Season 2: "Make it Stop," "Who Else Knows?" "Jedha, Kyber, Erso." But first, they go over the latest in Star Wars news. He…
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382: Andor S2 Episodes 7-9 Roundtable Discussion
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1:17:31Tarkin's Top Shelf joins forces with Idiot's Array and Kanata's Castle Podcasts for a Star Wars Day Roundtable Discussion on Andor S2 episodes 7-9. In this episode, your hosts have an in-depth conversation about the latest 3-episode arc of Andor: Messenger, Who Are You?, and Welcome to the Rebellion. But first, they go over some Star Wars news. Hel…
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381: Talking Star Wars: Complete Locations with Emily Shkoukani and Jason Fry!
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57:34Tarkin's Top Shelf welcomes Emily Shkoukani and Jason Fry to the show to discuss Star Wars: Complete Locations. In this episode, your hosts discuss the latest revision of Star Wars: Complete Locations with two of its authors, Emily Shkoukani and Jason Fry. But first, they ask some Star Warsy "get-to-know-you" questions. Help us spread the word abou…
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380: Star Book Announcement News and Tales of the Underworld Review
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42:56In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts review Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld Episodes 1-6. Mark and Becca discuss the origin backstory of the infamous bounty hunter Cad Bane, the Asajj Ventress resurrection story, and the beautiful continuity kept intact from Christie Golden's Dark Disciple novel. But first, your hosts gush over some…
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379: Star Wars Day Roundtable Discussion: Andor S2 Episodes 4-6
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1:00:19Tarkin's Top Shelf joins forces with Idiot's Array and Kanata's Castle Podcasts for a Star Wars Day Roundtable Discussion on Andor S2 episodes 4-6. In this episode, your hosts discuss the next three episodes: Ever Been to Ghorman? I Have Friends Everywhere, and What a Festive Evening. But first, they talk about the recent book news, Star Wars: The …
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Introducing Simon Shaw, former international rugby player, as he shares the one thing he's learned. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or visit TheOneThingILearned.com 📱 Follow us on Instagram & TikTok: @theonethingilearned #TheOneThingILearned #TOTIL #LifeLessonsBy Benjamin Uttley
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Introducing Kristine Uttley, Ben's mum, as she shares the one thing she's learned. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or visit TheOneThingILearned.com 📱 Follow us on Instagram & TikTok: @theonethingilearned #TheOneThingILearned #TOTIL #LifeLessonsBy Benjamin Uttley
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Introducing Simon Rogerson, Founder and CEO of Octopus Group, as he shares the one thing he's learned. 🎧 Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, or visit TheOneThingILearned.com 📱 Follow us on Instagram & TikTok: @theonethingilearned #TheOneThingILearned #TOTIL #LifeLessonsBy Benjamin Uttley
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378: Andor S2 3-Episode Premiere Roundtable Discussion
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1:02:24Tarkin's Top Shelf joins forces with Idiot's Array and Kanata's Castle Podcasts for a Roundtable Discussion on the Andor S2 3-episode Premiere. In this episode, your hosts discuss all three episodes, in full, from the Season 2 Premiere of Andor: 'One Year Later,' 'Segrona Tema,' and 'Harvest.' But first, they talk about the theatrical re-release of…
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377: Non-spoiler Andor S2 Review + SWCJ Roundup!
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58:41As of noon today, April 21st, 2025, the review embargo for Andor Season 2 has lifted. In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts give their Non-spoiler Review of Andor Season 2 and adhere to the NDA guidelines. They also roundup the last highlights from Day 3 of Star Wars Celebration Japan. Help us spread the word about the show Click here t…
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376: Highlights from Star Wars Celebration Japan Days 1 & 2
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1:04:41In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts review the highlights from the first two days of the Star Wars Celebration in Japan but from home. Mark and Becca talk about Andor Season 2, Ahsoka Season 2, The Acolyte, Maul: Shadow Lord, Star Wars: Starfighter, and Mandalorian and Grogu. But first, they wish Hayden Christensen a Happy Birthday! H…
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375: Talking 'Star Wars' With Charles Soule!
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53:45Tarkin's Top Shelf welcomes Star Wars 'The High Republic' and Star Wars Comic Author Charles Soule to the show! In this episode, your hosts sit down, for the first time, with Star Wars Author Charles Soule to talk about what else? Star Wars! Mark and Becca ask Charles some Star Wars "Get-To-Know-You" questions, and then they get down to Jedi busine…
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