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Tarkin's Top Shelf returns with another bookish episode. Your hosts discuss a recent iO9 article on the next chapter in the 'Reign of the Empire' series, 'Edge of the Abyss' by Rebecca Roanhorse. They also cover the latest Empire Magazine interviews about 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' movie.    Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

Ben Lindbergh and Meg Rowley banter about Cal Raleigh, Randy Arozarena, and WBC handshake etiquette, whether a mercy-rule-inducing dinger qualifies as a walk-off, whether a winning home team could voluntarily play the bottom of the ninth, MLB’s ban of the Brewers’ challenge-system system, why the MLBPA should defend Jurickson Profar and other players with positive PED tests, and Joe Sewell’s indestructible bat, then preview the 2026 New York Mets (56:35) with The Athletic’s Tim Britton, and the 2026 Washington Nationals (1:40:27) with The Athletic’s Spencer Nusbaum, plus several postscript updates (2:27:10). 2026 EW Season Preview Series ALBALCHWATHBOSCLEHOUNYYDETLAATBRKCRSEATORMINTEX NLATLCHCARIMIACINCOLNYMMILLADPHIPITSDPWSNSTLSFG .intro-team, .intro-team td { font-family: lato, Arial, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; margin-bottom: 20px; } .intro-team .intro-header { /*display: none;*/ text-align: center; } .team-lg { text-align: center; width: 100%; } /* [class^="team-box-"] > div { display: inline-block; width: 48%; } [class^="team-box-"] > div table { width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse; } [class^="team-box-"] > div td { background-color: #efefef; border: 1px solid #ccc; line-height: 2; text-align: center; cursor: default; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a { color: #000; text-decoration: none; display: block; width: 100% } [class^="team-box-"] > div a:hover { color: #50ae26; } [class^="team-box-"] > div a.link-inactive { color: #aaa; } */ Audio intro: Luke Lillard, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 1: Ian Philllips, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio interstitial 2: Josh Busman, “Effectively Wild Theme” Audio outro: Gabriel-Ernest, “Effectively Wild Theme” Link to espresso shots Link to WBC standings Link to Skubal update Link to handshake beef summary Link to handshake beef precedent Link to video of failed handshake Link to Arozarena’s comments Link to translation Link to De Rosa response Link to Raleigh response Link to Soto homer Link to “walk-off” etymology Link to baseball dictionary definition Link to Albies homer (and call) Link to A Game of Inches excerpt Link to MLB rulebook Link to 2023 ump-less half-inning Link to Brewers signs article Link to Brewers signs update Link to Ghiroli column Link to listener emails database Link to Pages from Baseball’s Past Link to Sewell article Link to MLBTR on Luzardo Link to MLBTR on Wentz Link to MLBTR on Greene Link to team payrolls page Link to Mets offseason tracker Link to Mets depth chart Link to Lambert eggs article Link to Tim on the Mets’ collapse Link to Soto/Lindor discord update Link to Ben on Mets turnover Link to Alvarez resurgence article Link to Tim’s author archive Link to Nationals offseason tracker Link to Nationals depth chart Link to WaPo discussion on HUAL Link to The Athletic’s WaPo hirings Link to Rizzo mantra Link to Littell on EW Link to Spencer’s WaPo author archive Link to Spencer’s The Athletic archive Link to Italy/USA game story Link to tiebreak scenarios Link to Ben on Ellen’s podcast Link to Ella Black series Link to Ball’s post about mornings Link to Schaeffer clip Link to R.J.’s farewell thread Link to R.J.’s last EW appearance Link to Crizer’s breakout terminology Link to Tarkin quote Sponsor Us on Patreon Give a Gift Subscription Email Us: podcast@fangraphs.com Effectively Wild Subreddit Effectively Wild Wiki Apple Podcasts Feed Spotify Feed YouTube Playlist Facebook Group Bluesky Account Twitter Account Get Our Merch! var SERVER_DATA = Object.assign(SERVER_DATA || {}); Source

Tarkin's Top Shelf returns with another fun episode. The hosts talk about the first issue of 'Shadows of Maul: Broken Law,' which is a prequel to the animated series 'Maul: Shadow Lord' coming to Disney+ on April 6th. They also discuss the newest 'Mandalorian and Grogu' interviews from Empire Magazine. Before that, they share some news and give a few shoutouts.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

Kristin Baver sits down with Mark and Becca to discuss her work on 'The Art of Star Wars: The Acolyte.' This episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf welcomes back the author and editor-in-chief of StarWars.com to explore her latest project for Abrams Books. Before diving in, the trio chats about Harrison Ford's Life Achievement Award, the Skeleton Crew Emmy win, and a new Star Wars book by a close friend of Kristin's.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

Tarkin's Top Shelf returns with a new episode. Mark and Becca talk about Sam Witwer's Star Wars Insider interview, which The Holo Files found, where he discusses "how much Maul has changed" in the upcoming series 'Maul Shadow Lord,' set to premiere on Disney+ on April 6th. Before that, the hosts cover news about 'Starfighter,' Ryan Gosling, Shawn Levy, and the VES awards.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky  

Tarkin's Top Shelf is excited to have author Mike Chen back on the show to talk about Star Wars Outlaws: Low Red Moon. In this episode, the hosts chat with Mike about how the book came together and how it fits into the larger Star Wars story. Before diving in, Mark and Becca catch up with Mike and share their excitement for the new animated series, Maul: Shadow Lord.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

Tarkin's Top Shelf is back with another fun episode! Your hosts jump in with the latest Star Wars news: Anthony Daniels celebrates his 80th birthday, Tony Gilroy speaks with The Hollywood Reporter about Dave Filoni rumors and the future of Lucasfilm, and a new 5-shot comic series to celebrate the 10th anniversary of Star Wars: Rogue One. After that, Mark and Becca tackle some 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' trailer footage, thanks to Star Wars Meg for pointing it out, and then they continue 'The Hunt for Ben Solo' thanks to a recent article from Variety.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

Rogue One is tragic, brutal, and maybe the best Star Wars movie outside the original trilogy. Jason, Rachel, and Jeshua revisit Rogue One in timeline order and unpack why it still hits so hard — from its war-movie structure and unforgettable ending to how Andor completely reframes Cassian's story. We also get into K-2SO love, digital Tarkin debates, and why this movie feels so different from modern Star Wars. Spoilers throughout. Spoilers for Rogue One Like & Subscribe Leave a 5-star review if you're enjoying Thumb War Email us: ThumbWarPod@gmail.com Ad-free episodes + bonus content on Patreon: http://bit.ly/44Mo8xU Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tarkin's Top Shelf returns with another fun episode. This time, your hosts review Star Wars Outlaws: Low Red Moon by Mike Chen. Mark and Becca start with the latest Star Wars news, then jump into an open discussion about 'Low Red Moon': character arcs, world-building, and cameos.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

There's more Star Wars on the way, and Tarkin's Top Shelf is ready to break down what we know so far. In this episode, the hosts cover the latest Star Wars news: Taika Waititi shares his thoughts on bringing back the fun of the original trilogy, Daisy Ridley promises the "New Jedi Order" movie will be "worth the wait," Rian Johnson looks forward to new voices and filmmakers joining Star Wars, Nina Gold's feature film casting call, and more about 'Maul: Shadow Lord.'   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

"Times have changed." On Episode 261, we assemble an Idiot's Array and Tarkin's Top Shelf roundtable discussion for the Maul-Shadow Lord teaser trailer. What are our overall thoughts on the trailer? What do we think of the animation style and music? And what hopes do we have for the themes and storylines of the series?  We would be honored if you would join us! X: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarraypodcast

Tarkin's Top Shelf teams up with Idiot's Array Podcast for a roundtable discussion about the Maul: Shadow Lord trailer. The hosts, joined by Alan Zaugg from Idiot's Array, talk about their thoughts, hopes, and possible story themes for the upcoming series, Maul: Shadow Lord, which premieres on Disney+ on April 6th, 2026.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

Holy Sith! Star Wars just announced that the official teaser trailer for 'Maul: Shadow Lord' is coming out tomorrow. Tarkin's Top Shelf is back to cover the latest Star Wars news, updates, and surprises. In this episode, Mark and Becca discuss the 'Shadow Lord' trailer announcement, the release of 'The Art of Star Wars: The Acolyte,' 'Low Red Moon,' an Ahsoka and Murley still from Season 1, Eman Esfandi at GalaxyCon, and the possibility of a new Disney CEO. They also talk about the latest rumors about Dave Filoni and his feelings toward Star Wars.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

Tarkin's Top Shelf returns with a new episode! Lucasfilm has officially named Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan as the new Co-Presidents, taking over from Kathleen Kennedy. Mark and Becca discuss this big news and what it could mean for Star Wars. They also share updates about Ahsoka Season 2.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

Tarkin's Top Shelf returns with a new episode. This time, your hosts talk about the latest Star Wars news and upcoming projects in film, live-action, and animation. Mark and Becca also discuss the current Star Wars rumor that has been spreading like wildfire on fan sites.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

Tarkin's Top Shelf starts the New Year with a discussion about the Force. The hosts are joined by Erik Pflueger, illustrator and creator of "Hollywood Babble-On: The Coloring Book" and cover artist for "Quick Stops." Erik talks about how Star Wars and the Mortis Arc from The Clone Wars have shaped his latest art project. The episode explores the origins of the cosmic and living Force and looks at where Lucas found inspiration for the lore and mythos.   Erik Pflueger Art  Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky  

We're starting the New Year by picking up our The Clone Wars Rewatch series with the Citadel arc in season 3 (The Citadel (318), Counter Attack (319), Citadel Rescue (320))! In this episode of Skytalkers: We discuss the fandom's reaction to the Citadel arc (Echo's big appearance!), good and bad. What makes this arc stand out (and where we find it to feel slightly uneven) The dynamic between Tarkin and Anakin … and so much more! Join our Patreon community and unlock bonus episodes + more! Our website! Follow us on Twitter/X @skytalkerspod Follow us on TikTok @skytalkers Follow us on Facebook Follow us on Instagram @skytalkerspodcast Follow Charlotte on Twitter/X @crerrity Follow Caitlin on Twitter/X @caitlinplesher Email us! hello@skytalkers.com For ad inquiries please email: skytalkers@58ember.com Please note this Episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this Episode.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Boba Fett goes in pursuit of the Shadow of Bri-Phrang while having to contend with Raslin Grace as the Tarkins of Eriadu take justice into their own hands in Marvel's Star Wars: Boba Fett -- Black, White & Red #4 (of 4), written by Alyssa Wong and illustrated by Sara Pichelli and Rachelle Rosenberg.The Bad Batch steps up and out for its second Hyperspace Stories adventure in The Bad Batch -- Rogue Agents #1 (of 4) in a kinetic debut from Michael Moreci, Reese Hannigan, Elisa D'Amico, Michael Atiyeh and Comicraft.Comics Discussed This Week:Boba Fett -- Black, White & Red #4 (of 4)Hyperspace Stories: The Bad Batch -- Rogue Agents #1 (of 4)Star Wars Comics New to Marvel Unlimited This Week:
Doctor Aphra -- Chaos Agent #3 (of 5)
News:The entire Poe Doe Dameron series from Marvel -- all 31 issues plus both annuals -- is getting an omnibus collection in September 2026. Finally!Coming in October 2026 is Marvel's Star Wars Legends: The Menace Revealed Omnibus Vol. 1. It collects Jango Fett: Open Seaons 1-4; Star Wars (1998) 7-35; material from Star Wars Tales 8, 13 and 21-24; Dark Horse Extra 35-37 and Dark Horse Presents Annual 2000.Marvel's Dark Droids crossover event is getting collected in a fairly hefty omnibus that's due out in August 2026, including the events issues from Star Wars, Darth Vader, Doctor Aphra and Bounty Hunters.Dark Horse's April Star Wars comics solicits feature The High Republic Adventures -- Pathfinder #2 (of 6) on April 22.A very happy new year to all of you. May 2026 be demonstrably better in every way.
Upcoming Star Wars comics, graphic novels and omnibuses:Jan. 7 _ Han Solo -- Hunt for the Falcon #5 (of 5), Tides of Terror #4 (of 4)Jan. 14 _ Legacy of Vader #12Jan. 21 _ Star Wars (Vol. 4) #9Jan. 27 _ Darth Maul: Black, White & Red TPB (Collects 1-4)Feb. 11 _ Jar Jar Binks #1 One-Shot, Hyperspace Stories: The Bad Batch — Rogue Agents #2 (of 4)Feb. 17 _ Star Wars: Hidden Empire Omnibus (Collects HIdden Empire 1-5, Star Wars (Vol. 3) 26-36, Bounty Hunters 27-34, Darth Vader (Vol. 3) 28-32, Doctor Aphra (Vol. 2) 22-31 and 2022's Star Wars: Revelations #1)Feb. 18 _ Star Wars (Vol. 4) #10March 4 _ Shadow of Maul #1 (of 5)March 11 _ Hyperspace Stories: The Bad Batch — Rogue Agents #3 (of 4); The High Republic Adventures -- Pathfinders #1 (of 6)March 17 _ Star Wars Legends: The Empire Omnibus Vol. 4 (Collects Star Wars: Underworld - The Yavin Vassilika (2000) #1-5; Free Comic Book Day 2013: Star Wars #1; Star Wars: Empire (2002) #5-6, 8-13, 15; Star Wars: X-Wing Rogue Squadron (1995) #1/2; Star Wars: A New Hope - The Special Edition (1997) #1-4; Star Wars: Tag & Bink Are Dead (2001) #1; Star Wars Infinities: A New Hope (2001) #1-4; The Star Wars (2013) #0-8; material from Star Wars Tales (1999) #1-2, 4, 6, 8-10, 12, 14, 16, 19-20); Hyperspace Stories: Grievous OGNMarch 24 _ Tales From the Nightlands TPB (Collects 1-3); Hyperspace Stories: Codebreaker TPB (Collects 1-4) March 31 _ Legacy of Vader: The Reign of Kylo Ren Vol. 2 TPB (Collects 7-12)April 8 _ Hyperspace Stories: The Bad Batch -- Rogue Agents #4 (of 4)April 14 _ Jedi Knights Vol. 2 - A Higher Path TPB (Collects 6-10), Star Wars Visions TPB (Collects Visions -- Peach Momoko #1, Visions -- Takashi Okazaki #1, Peach Momoko's Story from Darth Vader -- Black, White & Red #1)April 21 _ The High Republic Phase III -- Trial of the Jedi Omnibus (Collects 2023's The High Republic 1-10, Revelations #1's High Republic story, The Acolyte — Kelnacca one-shot, Shadows of Starlight 1-4, Fear of the Jedi 1-5, The Finale #1: The Beacon one-shot); The Mandalorian -- Seasons One & Two (Collects #1-8 of both mini-series), Jedi Knights Vol. 2 TPB (Collects 6-10); Hyperspace Stories: Tides of Terror TPB (Collects 1-4)April 22 _ The High Republic Adventures — Pathfinders #2 (of 6)April 28 _ Han Solo -- Hunt for the Falcon TPB (Collects 1-5)May 5 _ The High Republic Adventures -- The Complete Phase II (1-8, Nameless Terror 1-4, Quest of the Jedi one-shot)May 12 _ Star Wars: New Republic (Collects 1-10, material from Free Comic Book Day 2025: Star Wars #1)May 19 _ Star Wars Legends: Legacy Omnibus Vol. 1 (Collects Star Wars: Legacy (2006) #0, 0-1/2, 1-36, 41); Doctor Aphra — Chaos Agent TPB (Collects 1-10)May 26 _ The High Republic Adventures -- The Complete Phase III Part 1 (Collects The High Republic Adventures (Phase III 1-10), Saber for Hire 1-4 and the Crash Landing and Crash and Burn one-shots)June 16 _ Star Wars Legends: The New Republic Omnibus Vol. 3 (Collects Star Wars: Crimson Empire (1997) #0-6, Star Wars: The Bounty Hunters - Kenix Kil (1999) #1, Star Wars: Crimson Empire II - Council of Blood (1998) #1-6, Star Wars: Crimson Empire III - Empire Lost (2011) #1-6, Star Wars: Jedi Academy - Leviathan (1998) #1-4, Star Wars: The Mixed-Up Droid (1995) #1, Star Wars: Union (1999) #1-4, Star Wars: Chewbacca (2000) #1-4, Star Wars: Invasion (2009) #0-5, Star Wars: Invasion - Rescues (2010) #1-6, Star Wars: Invasion - Revelations (2011) #1-5, Star Wars Handbook (1998) #2; material from Dark Horse Extra (1998) #21-24; Dark Horse Presents (2011) #1; Star Wars Tales (1999) #8, 11, 16-19, 21); The Art of Star Wars: A New Hope — The Manga Vol. 1June 30 _ The High Republic Adventures -- The Complete Phase III Part 2 (Collects The High Republic Adventures (Phase III) 11-20, Echoes of Fear 1-4, Dispatches From the Occlusion Zone 1-4 and the one-shots 2025 Annual, The Wedding Spectacular and The Battle of Eriadu)July 21 _ Star Wars Legends: The Newspaper Strips Omnibus (Collects Classic Star Wars: The Early Adventures (1994) #1-9, Classic Star Wars: Han Solo at Stars' End (1997) #1-3, Classic Star Wars (1992) #1-20, Classic Star Wars: A New Hope (1994) #1-2, Classic Star Wars: The Vandelhelm Mission (1995) #1, Star Wars newspaper strips "The Constancia Affair," "The Kashyyyk Depths" and "Planet of Kadril”); Star Wars Modern Era Epic Collection: The Screaming Citadel (Collects Star Wars (2015) #31-43, Star Wars Annual (2015) #3, Star Wars: The Screaming Citadel (2017) #1, Star Wars: Doctor Aphra (2016) #7-8)
Aug. 11 _ The Bad Batch — Rogue Agents TPB (Collects 1-4)Aug. 18 _ The Art of Star Wars: A New Hope -- The Manga Vol. 2----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Star Wars Splash Page is a weekly podcast dedicated solely to contemporary Star Wars comics published by Marvel, Dark Horse and previously IDW, featuring views about the current week's comics, interviews with the writers, artists, colorists, letterers and editors who create them, as well as the latest details on publishing schedules, upcoming series and mini-series, so that you, the listener have more detail and context about the comics that are a vital part of Star Wars canon, lore and legends.

Happy New Year! In this episode, Tarkin's Top Shelf says goodbye to Star Wars 2025 and welcomes 2026. Mark and Becca start with the latest Star Wars news, then look back at everything that happened over the past year. To wrap up their final episode of 2025, they share their hopes for Star Wars in 2026. "The belonging you seek is not behind you. It is ahead!"   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

Welcome to Week In Geek Wednesday for our quick-hits segment of entertainment and interesting bits of internet debris for you... the people! In this episode, we talk through our holiday activities, fake football teams, Stellan Skarsgard, this week's "Doomsday" news tidbit, more "Star Wars" news, some Marvel news, and Tim's math about online gaming costs!   FULL VIDEO EPISODES! That's right folks, you can see our bright smiling idiotic faces in full color on our YouTube channel. Full episodes available as well as clips.   LINKS OF INTEREST: - Stellan Skarsgard is the man after describing how he has continued to act in "Andor" season 2 after suffering a stroke - RDJ's one condition for coming back for "Avengers: Doomsday" - Lucasfilm wins bid to throwout lawsuit over use of Tarkin in "Rogue One" - Marvel will be heading toward less interconnected stories after "Avengers: Secret Wars" - A little maths from TMTCT's game Eve Online that will make your head spin   ...AND ANOTHER THING: The Man They Call Tim suggests watching "The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo" (2011; Daniel Craig, Rooney Mara; Stellan Skarsgard) on The Peacock Uncle Todd suggests watching "Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery"   FOLLOW US ON THE SOCIAL MEDIAS: Facebook - http://facebook.com/freerangeidiocy Instagram - http://instagram.com/freerangeidiocy YouTube - http://youtube.com/@freerangeidiocy

This week's episode is a little different—Steven is out sick, so it's just Devon and Ben holding down the fort. The result is a loose, thoughtful conversation that bounces from pop culture overload to philosophy, creativity, and the art of not trying so hard. Real Life  Devon kicks things off with a trip looming on the horizon, bringing equal parts snow, stress, and snowboarding. That spirals nicely into media consumption: thoughts on Switch 2, Mario Maker 2, and catching up on a new Wes Anderson film alongside a Knives Out rewatch. Cozy movies, big style, and just enough distraction to keep the anxiety at bay. Ben's week leans cinematic and slightly exasperated. Avatar: Fire and Ash clocks in at over three hours, which raises some questions about restraint. We also talk about the newly dropped Avengers: Doomsday teaser—officially slated for December 18, 2026—and the ever-growing pile of what Ben dubs AI slop. The hype machine grinds on. Future or Now Ben files this one firmly under Now, bringing in an essay titled "The Appropriate Amount of Effort Is Zero" from Expanding Awareness. You can read it here: https://expandingawareness.org/blog/the-appropriate-amount-of-effort-is-zero/ The conversation clicks immediately, especially when paired with that classic Star Wars line: "The more you tighten your grip, Tarkin, the more star systems will slip through your fingers." Devon connects this idea directly to music—specifically guitar playing—and how tension kills creativity. No clenched jaw. No face squinching. Relaxed hands, relaxed mind. Ben takes it further, pulling in some Eastern philosophy and the idea that over-effort can actively work against you. Trying less, it turns out, might actually get you more. Book Club  No discussion this week, but we tee up next episode's reading: "The Janitor in Space" by Amber Sparks. If you want to read along, the story is available here: https://americanshortfiction.org/janitor-space/ It's short, strange, and very much in our wheelhouse—perfect fuel for next week's conversation. Steven will be back soon, Devon will (hopefully) survive the snow, and Ben will continue his quest to consume culture without being crushed by it. Until then: loosen your grip.

Tarkin's Top Shelf is excited to have Dr. Chris Kempshall back on the show, thanks to a listener request. In this episode, the hosts talk with Dr. Kempshall about ANDOR, focusing on his expertise in transnational experiences of warfare and how history is shown in modern media. Before that, they cover the latest updates on Daisy Ridley and the new Rey film.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, the hosts talk about the 'Shadow Council,' its founding members, and where they might be in The Mandalorian and Grogu movie. Becca and Mark focus on one big question: where is Grand Admiral Rae Sloane, and is she okay? Before diving in, they cover the latest Star Wars news.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

Welcome to Long Time Ago, a journey into the Marvel Star Wars Legends Comics. Our host Angus first made the jump to hyperspace and a galaxy far far away by reading Marvel Star Wars Vol 1 Issue #9 and never looked back! Travel back to 1977 into the origins of the series and discover how comics has supported fandom and in some ways shaped the Star Wars universe. This sixty-sixth episode reviews issues 51 and 52. The Rebels infiltrate the Imperial super weapon Tarkin with the intention of sabotaging it! We hope you enjoy this latest adventure in the journey! Please drop us a message, send us an mp3 or email to kirbyskidspodcast@gmail.com.Please share your impressions once you have read:Star Wars (1977-1986) #51⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/Star-Wars-1977-1986-David-Michelinie-ebook/dp/B01498B2Z0/Star Wars (1977-1986) #52https://www.amazon.com/Star-Wars-1977-1986-David-Michelinie-ebook/dp/B01498B304/Long Time Ago Reading List And Schedule For 2025Star Wars (1977-1986)⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07JJNF8JT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠January - Issue #41 - The Empire Strikes Back Part 3February - Issue #42 - The Empire Strikes Back Part 4March - Issue #43 - The Empire Strikes Back Part 5April - Issue #44 - The Empire Strikes Back Part 6May - Issue #45June - Issue #46July - Issue #47August - Issue #48September - Issue #49October - Issue #50November - Issue #51 December - Issue #52 Women's History Month: Louise Simonson⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.marvel.com/articles/comics/women-s-history-month-louise-simonson⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Walt Simonson⁠⁠⁠https://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/Walter_Simonson⁠⁠David Micheliniehttps://starwars.fandom.com/wiki/David_MichelinieLeave a message at kirbyskidspodcast@gmail.comJoin the Community Discussions ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://mewe.com/join/kirbyskids⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Please join us for our 2025 Graphic Novel Reads⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.kirbyskids.com/2024/11/kirbys-kids-giving-thanks-2025-graphic.html⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Please join us for our 2026 Graphic Novel Reads⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.kirbyskids.com/2025/11/the-kids-talk-2026-kirbys-kids-graphic.html⁠⁠⁠⁠For detailed show notes and past episodes please visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.kirbyskids.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Tarkin's Top Shelf is marking the podcast's 10th anniversary and celebrating 10 years since the release of Star Wars: The Force Awakens. In this episode, the hosts look back at their very first show, where they reviewed the Star Wars: The Force Awakens novel, the Star Wars: Before the Awakening young adult novel, and the movie that brought the Star Wars community back together: The Force Awakens. Before that, they share the latest Star Wars news. Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

Hello there!Welcome to episode 75!With AMG's Ministravaganza now in the books we take time to share our takes on the new toys that AMG have made and also share the things that will be coming out. From heros on Tauntauns to Tarkin and everything in between. Also in this episode we shared Jordan and Julias recent story. For those who wish to donate to the organizations that helped them please see below. All donations are in memory of their daughter ElsieGreat Ormond St Hospital https://www.gosh.org/donate/Southampton Children's Hospitalhttps://southamptonhospitalscharity.org/southampton-childrens-hospital/donate-to-the-childrens-hospital/Ronald Mcdonald House Charityhttps://rmhc.org.uk/our-houses/southampton-house/If you like what you hear and want to support more of our work please head to out patreon page. It really does help the show out and helps us support the community.https://patreon.com/thatsnomoonpodcast?utm_medium=unknown&utm_source=join_link&utm_campaign=creatorshare_creator&utm_content=copyLinkTo know more about unique order tokens and more head to Commscan Gaming on the link below.https://commscan.etsy.comFor information about events head to https://www.legionevents.app/Check out our instagram page for some entertaining pics and more https://www.instagram.com/thatsnomoonpodcast/For more info please check out our facebook page https://www.facebook.com/Thatsnomoonpodcast and our Youtube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@TNMPod/about#StarWarsLegion #hobbying #miniwargaming #AtomicMassGames

Tarkin's Top Shelf brings back author Matthew Stover and Random House Worlds Senior Editor Tom Hoeler to discuss the Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith 20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition. This episode centers on the anniversary edition's creative process, enduring legacy, and ongoing influence on Star Wars literature.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

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Tarkin's Top Shelf is excited to have author Adam Christopher back on the show to talk about his new Star Wars novel, 'Master of Evil.' In this episode, Mark and Becca catch up with Adam for the first time since Star Wars Celebration Anaheim and chat about the creative process behind Star Wars: Master of Evil. Before diving into the main discussion, they start off by asking Adam some fun Star Wars questions to get to know him better.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky  

In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts review Star Wars: Master of Evil by Adam Christopher. The book is set just after Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith and follows Darth Vader as he searches for ways to 'cheat death.' Before Mark and Becca dive into their main discussion, they share the latest Star Wars news.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky  

Tarkin's Top Shelf is excited to welcome Pete Fletzer, host of the 'Around the Galaxy' podcast and author of 'Who Owns the Myth?'. In this episode, Mark and Becca chat with Pete about his latest project, 'Who Owns the Myth: Star Wars, Fandom, and the Soul of the Saga.' Before getting into the main discussion, they ask Pete some fun Star Wars questions to get to know him better.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

There's been an awakening. Have you felt it? In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, the hosts celebrate the 11th anniversary of the first official teaser for Star Wars: The Force Awakens. Before getting into the main topic, they talk about recent Star Wars news and share the latest rumors about Ahsoka Season 2 and upcoming projects.   Sources: Star Wars Meg StarWars.com  Lando Project  Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky  

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Happy Halloween! In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts take a close look at each of the nine new Star Wars: Visions (Volume 3) episodes, which all came out on Disney+ on October 29, 2025. Before that, Mark and Becca talk about the latest Star Wars news, like Rosario Dawson's updates on Ahsoka Season 2 and new details about 'The Hunt for Ben Solo.'   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, the hosts kick things off with news about Adam Driver, who played Kylo Ren and Ben Solo in the Sequel trilogy. They talk about his recent movie idea, The Hunt for Ben Solo, which he pitched to Lucasfilm and Disney. After that, Mark and Becca review Star Wars: The Last Order, a young adult novel by Kwame Mbalia, the first Star Wars story set after The Rise of Skywalker. Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

It's Halloween-time in the galaxy and on Episode 255 we are covering some Halloweeen topics!  -Which character would give out which type of candy for Halloween?  -What are the best in-universe costumes/disguises?  -Which character would we like to dress up as for Halloween?  We start the show by talking about the new series Alan is going to watch and reply to some listener emails.  Join us for some Star Wars Halloween fun! We would be honored if you would join us.  X: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarraypodcast

Tarkin's Top Shelf brings you the latest publishing announcements from the Lucasfilm Publishing Panel at New York City Comic Con. First, the hosts catch you up on the newest Star Wars news.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

On Episode 254, we pretend that Star Wars was not made in 1977 and the script is available and waiting for a cast. So who would we cast in the major roles of Star Wars? Join us to see who we would choose and we'd love to hear who you would choose.  We begin the show by each revealing our favorite Jedi.  X: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: idiotsarraypodcast@gmail.com Instagram: @idiotsarraypodcast

Tarkin's Top Shelf covers the latest Star Wars announcements and releases. Becca and Mark first discuss the news before diving into the Mandalorian and Grogu Teaser, "Rebuild the Galaxy: Pieces of the Past," and the Starfighter image and rumors.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

Tarkin's Top Shelf is thrilled to welcome ‘Lucas Wars' author Laurent Hopman and illustrator Renaud Roche to the show. Mark and Becca talk with them about their graphic novel biography of George Lucas and his Star Wars journey. Before diving in, the hosts kick things off with some fun Star Wars questions for their guests.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

Tarkin's Top Shelf continues celebrating its 400th episode milestone, and this time, Diana Lee Inosanto is back as their special guest. Join Mark and Becca as they chat about all things Star Wars with Diana, known for her role as Morgan Elsbeth. She brings her talent and charm to the conversation, making this episode one you won't want to miss. Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

Join us for another exciting episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf as Hera Syndulla herself, Vanessa Marshall, stops by for a chat. They discuss Vanessa's many voices in her career, Star Wars Rebels, Star Wars fandom, and her latest endeavor, the ‘Pod of Rebellion' podcast.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky  

Tarkin's Top Shelf welcomes back Tessa Gratton, author of Star Wars: The Acolyte: The Crystal Crown. In this episode, Tessa joins the hosts to discuss their latest work. This is an in-depth, no-holds-barred interview. For light and life! And remember this: try.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

Sal talks The High Republic Adventures Phase III comic mini-series!This is my FAVORITE comic series!Daniel José Older and Harvey Tolibao make a perfect comic team!Love lost! Found! and a Wedding Spectacular!!Farzala and Qort lead at the battle of Eriadu!Maz and her pirates! Crash and her crew!Tarkin family business!!Gavi and Driggit at The Battle of Eriadu!The Warden! The Nihil! And even a little Niv Drendow!Memorial to the fallen!Bookended by memories and music ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out the Rogue Rebels The High Republic playlist!!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Check out the Rogue Rebels Star Wars comics playlist!!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow us EVERYWHERE!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@TheRogueRebels on Bluesky!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠IG: @TheRogueRebels ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Rogue Rebels on FB⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠TikTok @TheRogueRebels

Tarkin's Top Shelf is thrilled to welcome back author Kristin Baver for an in-depth dive into her latest book, ‘The Art of Star Wars: The High Republic Volume II.' Join Mark and Becca as they reunite with their favorite unofficial cohost to explore the galaxy of Star Wars and celebrate their 400th episode, starting with the latest news from a galaxy far, far away.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky    

In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts kick things off by talking Star Wars news. Then, Mark and Becca excitedly discuss the recent ‘Starfighter' cast announcement from the official Star Wars site, followed by a conversation about Ahsoka Season 2 character confirmations and the significance of a certain Jedi Master who might prove more impactful than previously thought. Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

Join your hosts as they dive into SANCTUARY: A BAD BATCH Novel by Lamar Giles in this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf. Mark and Becca also cover Star Wars news: Pedro Pascal praises Andor and Elizabeth Dulau, Ewan McGregor remains eager to reprise Kenobi, and Billie Lourd's recent Instagram story.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

Buckle up for an action-packed episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf! Mark and Becca jump straight into the galaxy's buzziest Star Wars news: Simon Kinberg's recent interview lauding Tony Gilroy's work on Andor, Hayden Christensen and Ewan McGregor's appearance at Fan Expo Chicago, Hayden's duet with daughter Briar Rose, the one-year anniversary of The Acolyte's non-renewal, Darth Revan's feature in Rebuild the Galaxy, and the passing of Terence Stamp (Chancellor Valorum). Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky  

In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts review The Acolyte: The Crystal Crown by Tessa Gratton. Mark and Becca discuss news, reported Comic-Con “misquotes,” podcasts, movie release dates, and their thoughts on Ahsoka Season 2.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky

In 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 anniversary of Star Wars: A New Hope! But first, they talk Star Wars Book News.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe via Stitcher Click here to subscribe via Google Play Music Feedback and Promotion Follow us on Twitter @TarkinsTopShelf Like us on Facebook: Tarkin's Top Shelf Follow us on Instagram @TarkinsTopShelf Follow us on Threads  Follow us on Bluesky