Tarkin's Top Shelf

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...

Star Wars returns to the big screen with 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' on May 22nd, 2026! In this episode, your hosts discuss the newest trailer for  'The Mandalorian and Grogu.' But first, Mark and Becca talk about the controversial Super Bowl TV spot and the first issue of the 'Jar Jar' comic series from Marvel Comics.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Cli...

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 her...

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...

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...

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 E...

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...

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 subsc...

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...

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 sho...

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...

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...

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 ....

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...

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 War...

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 Cli...

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 t...

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 sp...

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 sh...

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...

Join Tarkin's Top Shelf as they dive into the Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith 20th Anniversary Deluxe Edition novel. In this episode, your hosts present the commemorative collector's piece and, before that, Mark and Becca break down the latest news, including Rotta the Hutt in The Mandalorian and the Grogu movie.   Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here...

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 Promot...

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 her...

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...

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...