Best Tarkin Podcasts (2025)

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394: In Review: 'Lucas Wars' by Laurent Hopman and Renaud Roche 58:43

3d ago58:43

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In 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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201 - Star Wars: Tarkin By James Luceno Book Review 53:22

11d ago53:22

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Peter & Iain deep dive review the Star Wars novel Tarkin by James Luceno. Follow us: Patreon https://patreon.com/StarBores X (twitter) https://twitter.com/BoresStar TikTok http://tiktok.com/@starborespodcast Instagram https://www.instagram.com/starborespodcast/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLmtO6_i6WBBlVIm2h0V-qw FaceBook https://www.fa…

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393: Lucasfilm Publishing Announcements SDCC 57:42

8d ago57:42

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In 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 58:35

17d ago58:35

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In 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 50:56

23d ago50:56

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In 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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200 - Star Wars News Breakdown: Lego Sets, Ahsoka S2 Directors, RIP Ken Colley, Jazwares MGS SDCC Announcement + Galaxy Map! 1:07:02

1M ago1:07:02

1:07:02

Peter, Iain & Jason breakdown the latest coming and going in a galaxy far far away with talking points including: - New Lego sets announced for August. - Jazwares reveals SDCC exclusive Micro Galaxy Squadrons vehicle multi-pack. - Kenneth Colley passes away. RIP Admiral Piett. - Star Wars full galaxy map now available to interact with at starwars.c…

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390: Book Review: Star Wars: The Acolyte Visual Guide by Pablo Hidalgo 56:53

1M ago56:53

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In 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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199 - Star Wars News Breakdown: Coca-Cola Collab, Ming-Na Wen on Fennec Shand Future, Dave Filoni & Carrie Beck To Run Lucasfilm! 41:29

1M ago41:29

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Peter & Jason breakdown the latest coming and going in a galaxy far far away with talking points including: - A new collaboration showcasing the legendary storytelling of Star Wars with the magic of Coca-Cola has been announced. - Ming-Na Wen talks Fennec Shand return and status for The Mandalorian & Grogu movie. - Dave Filoni & Carrie Beck to co h…

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389: Book Review: Star Wars: Trials of the Jedi by Charles Soule 1:00:46

1M ago1:00:46

1:00:46

In 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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388: Ending of Eras? Star Wars: The High Republic, The Acolyte, and Andor 46:08

1M ago46:08

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In 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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198 - Star Wars News Breakdown: Mia Goth Joins Starfighter, Daisy Ridley New Jedi Order Movie Update, Tem Morrison Wants 2 Return, Hasbro Releases + Spaceballs 2 is coming! 46:24

1M ago46:24

46:24

Peter & Jason breakdown the latest coming and going in a galaxy far far away with talking points including: - Mia Goth joining Ryan Gosling for Star Wars: Starfighter. - Daisy Ridley New Jedi Order movie update. - Temuera Morrison talks wanting to return to Star Wars as Boba Fett. - All the figure updates from the latest Hasbro Pulse Star Wars live…

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197 - AndMore: From Inspiration To Insurrection - Star Wars: Andor Behind The Scenes Event Review 1:05:55

2M ago1:05:55

1:05:55

Peter & Jason are joined by Mark ' Spooked Hippie' Alders for a full breakdown of the fantastic AndMore: From Inspiration To Insurrection a Star Wars: Andor behind the scenes event. The guys break down the panels, guests, merch and overall feel of the event organised by Dave Tree that took place on June 7th at Fordingbridge Town Hall. Follow us: Pa…

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387: Midi-chlorians with Scotty Jayro! 1:04:10

2M ago1:04:10

1:04:10

In 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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196 - Star Wars: Tales Of The Underworld Series Review 1:02:18

2M ago1:02:18

1:02:18

Peter, Kat, Iain & Jason breakdown the latest coming and going in a galaxy far far away with talking points including: - A deep dive review of Star Wars: Tales Of The Underworld talking all 6 episodes in the Asajj Ventress and Cad Bane arced series. Follow us: Patreon https://patreon.com/StarBores X (twitter) https://twitter.com/BoresStar TikTok ht…

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386: Book Review: Star Wars 'The High Republic: A Valiant Vow' 50:04

2M ago50:04

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Tarkin'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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195 - Star Wars News Breakdown: Ryan Reynolds, Rian Johnson, Tony Gilroy, Natalie Portman + Andor Awards Season! 47:01

2M ago47:01

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Peter & Jason breakdown the latest coming and going in a galaxy far far away with talking points including: - Ryan Reynolds talks writing and producing a R rated Star Wars project. - Rian Johnson talks the war between fans in both the prequel and sequel trilogies + his hopes of returning to Star Wars once his Knives Out universe stops. - Tony Gilro…

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385: Book Review: Star Wars 'Into the Light' and Sith Connections? 1:05:19

2M ago1:05:19

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Book 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 45:54

3M ago45:54

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Tarkin'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 1:01:26

3M ago1:01:26

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Tarkin'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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194 - Star Wars: Andor Season 2 Episodes 10, 11 & 12 Review 1:31:24

3M ago1:31:24

1:31:24

Peter, Kat & Jason breakdown the latest coming and going in a galaxy far far away with talking points including: - A deep dive review of Star Wars: Andor season 2 episode 10 "Make It Stop", episode 11 "Who Else Knows?" and episode 12 "Jedha, Kyber, Erso" which are streaming now on Disney+. Follow us: Patreon https://patreon.com/StarBores X (twitter…

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193 - Star Wars: Andor Season 2 Episodes 7, 8 & 9 Review 1:07:47

3M ago1:07:47

1:07:47

Peter & Jason breakdown the latest coming and going in a galaxy far far away with talking points including: - A deep dive review of Star Wars: Andor season 2 episode 7 "Messenger", episode 8 "Who Are You?" and episode 9 "Welcome To The Rebellion" which are streaming now on Disney+. Follow us: Patreon https://patreon.com/StarBores X (twitter) https:…

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192 - Star Wars News Breakdown: Bob Iger Talks Movies + New Disney Parks, Natalie Portman Talks Amidala Return, Andor Draws To A Close, Star Wars In Fortnite & Destiny 2, New Lego + Literature! 46:17

3M ago46:17

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Peter, Iain & Jason breakdown the latest coming and going in a galaxy far far away with talking points including: - Natalie Portman talks possibly returning to Star Wars as Padme Amidala. - Bob Iger talks the return of quality movies to Disney's upcoming slate as well as a new Disney Park coming to Abu Dhabi. - New Lego reveals for June 1st. - End …

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382: Andor S2 Episodes 7-9 Roundtable Discussion 1:17:31

3M ago1:17:31

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Tarkin'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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191 - Star Wars: Andor Season 2 Episodes 4, 5 & 6 Review 1:16:36

3M ago1:16:36

1:16:36

Peter & Kat breakdown the latest coming and going in a galaxy far far away with talking points including: - A deep dive review of Star Wars: Andor season 2 episode 4 "Ever Been To Ghorman?", episode 5 "I Have Friends Everywhere" and episode 6 "What A Festive Evening" which are streaming now on Disney+. Follow us: Patreon https://patreon.com/StarBor…

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381: Talking Star Wars: Complete Locations with Emily Shkoukani and Jason Fry! 57:34

3M ago57:34

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Tarkin'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 42:56

3M ago42:56

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In 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 1:00:19

3M ago1:00:19

1:00:19

Tarkin'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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190 - Star Wars: Andor Season 2 Episodes 1, 2 & 3 Review 1:22:18

3M ago1:22:18

1:22:18

Peter & Jason breakdown the latest coming and going in a galaxy far far away with talking points including: - Star Wars Episode 3 Revenge Of The Sith 20th anniversary re-release. - George Lucas talks Star Wars and film making at the TCM event. - A deep dive review of Star Wars: Andor season 2 episode 1 "One Year Later", episode 2 "Sagrona Teema" an…

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378: Andor S2 3-Episode Premiere Roundtable Discussion 1:02:24

3M ago1:02:24

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Tarkin'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! 58:41

4M ago58:41

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As 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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189 - Star Wars Celebration Japan 2025 News Breakdown 1:17:57

4M ago1:17:57

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Peter, Kat, Iain & Jason breakdown the latest coming and going in a galaxy far far away with talking points including: - The Mandalorian and Grogu SWCJ panel. - Shawn Levy will direct with Ryan Gosling starring in Star Wars: Starfighter coming May 2027. - Animated series Maul: Shadow Lord coming 2026. - Ahsoka Season 2 panel from SWCJ. - Hasbro rev…

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376: Highlights from Star Wars Celebration Japan Days 1 & 2 1:04:41

4M ago1:04:41

1:04:41

In 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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