Tarkin's Top Shelf
319 episodes - English - Latest episode: 19 days ago - ★★★★ - 64 ratingsA 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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166: The Secrets of the Sith by Marc Sumerak
November 01, 2021 09:30 - 54 minutes - 74.3 MBIn this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts review The Secrets of the Sith by Marc Sumerak and Insight Editions. They go over the illustrations, discuss the narrative from Palpatine's point of view, dive deep into the lore of the dark side, the rule of two, and so much more. After all, if one is to understand the great mystery of the Force, one must study all its aspects, not just the dogmatic narrow view of the Jedi. Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe v...
165: The RISE of Anakin Skywalker!
October 25, 2021 22:00 - 53 minutes - 73.7 MBIn this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts discuss the latest Star Wars news report from The Hollywood Reporter. Mark and Becca go over the Hayden-Hype via The Hollywood Reporter regarding the upcoming Ahsoka series on Disney Plus, multiple storylines/possibilities for Anakin Skywalker's Force Ghost or flashback sequences, then, they finish big by revisiting a live "Q & A" from December 20th, 2019 with JJ Abrams and Co. on Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. Help us spread the word ...
164: The High Republic, Prequels, and Post ROTJ
October 18, 2021 22:30 - 52 minutes - 72 MBIn this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts span a conversation across the stars as they discuss the upcoming content for Star Wars: The High Republic, the Prequels, and post Return of the Jedi. But first, Mark and Becca go over Star Wars: Ronin, Trail of Shadows comic, and Daniel José Older's creepy High Republic Lullaby. 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 he...
163: STAR WARS: RONIN with Emma Mieko Candon!
October 12, 2021 14:30 - 54 minutes - 74.8 MBTarkin's Top Shelf welcomes the author of Star Wars: Ronin (A Visions Novel), Emma Mieko Candon, to the show! In this episode, your hosts sit down with Emma to talk about the creative process behind Star Wars: Ronin, the cultural elements and influences within the storytelling, the narrative, and the personal Star Wars journey that led Emma to write amongst the stars. Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here...
162: Star Wars Reads with Podcast Stardust
October 08, 2021 23:30 - 56 minutes - 77.3 MBTarkin's Top Shelf continues Star Wars Reads month by welcoming Podcast Stardust to the show. In this episode, your hosts sit down with Dennis Keithly and Jay Krebs from Podcast Stardust for a Sithly Star Wars book chat. They discuss the Darth Bane Trilogy by Drew Karpyshyn and Star Wars: Dark Disciple by Christie Golden. 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 ...
161: Star Wars Reads with Catrina!
October 05, 2021 00:30 - 59 minutes - 81.7 MBTarkin's Top Shelf is kicking off Star Wars Reads Month with Catrina Dennis! In this episode, Mark and Becca welcome TTRPG nerd and voice actor Catrina to the show to talk about some of her favorite Star Wars books. But first, your hosts ask Catrina some Star Warsy questions, and then they revisit Star Wars: Last Shot by Daniel Jose Older and DOOKU: Jedi Lost by Cavan Scott. Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Cl...
160: REY-Flection and STAR WARS: VISIONS
September 26, 2021 23:30 - 1 hour - 88 MBTarkin's Top Shelf reviews Star Wars: Visions, an anime anthology set in a galaxy far, far away. But first, your hosts sit down to reflect on "Reflection Day," a short story from Star Wars: Life Day Treasury, and Rey's "facing the mirror" moment in Star Wars: The Last Jedi. It's a "REY-flection" discussion 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 her...
159: Star Wars: Life Day Treasury and The High Republic
September 19, 2021 14:30 - 1 hour - 88.7 MBTarkin's Top Shelf reviews Star Wars: Life Day Treasury (Holiday Stories from a Galaxy Far, Far Away) by George Mann and Cavan Scott and discuss the latest exclusive reveals from Star Wars: The High Republic Show. Your hosts thoroughly discuss each of the eight origin Life Day stories, the artwork by Grant Griffin, and all of the upcoming book covers and comic covers for the next wave of The High Republic! Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Clic...
158: Making Tarkin Tracks with Mark Newbold!
September 09, 2021 20:30 - 55 minutes - 76.5 MBTarkin's Top Shelf welcomes the founder of Fanthatracks, Mark Newbold, to the show for a Star Warsy book chat. Mr. Newbold is a regular contributor to the official Star Wars website and Star Wars Insider Magazine. In this episode, your hosts ask Mark about his all-time favorite Star Wars books and discuss his Star Wars journey and his fandom experience over the years. Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here...
In Review: Star Wars: The High Republic: Tempest Runner By Cavan Scott
September 05, 2021 19:00 - 47 minutes - 65.6 MBTarkin's Top Shelf reviews Star Wars: The High Republic: Tempest Runner by Cavan Scott. Star Wars: The High Republic: Tempest Runner is an original audio drama performed by a "full cast" and brought to you by Penguin Random House Audio. In this episode, your hosts discuss the overall narrative, characters arcs, and the ever-growing story of The High Republic. Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to sub...
156: The Bad Batch Chat with Amy Ratcliffe!
September 01, 2021 15:30 - 1 hour - 86.8 MBTarkin's Top Shelf welcomes Star Wars book author and Managing Editor for Nerdist Amy Ratcliffe back to the show! In this episode, your hosts and Amy sit down to recap season 1 of Star Wars: The Bad Batch and discuss their overall thoughts on the first season and hopes for season 2. So, before you click play, fix yourself a big bowl of Mantell Mix and enjoy the conversation. Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Cl...
155: Secrets of the Force: The Complete, Uncensored, Unauthorized Oral History of Star Wars
August 29, 2021 19:30 - 53 minutes - 73.9 MBIn this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts review Secrets of the Force: The Complete, Uncensored, Unauthorized Oral History of STAR WARS. For the past four decades, no film saga has touched the world in the way that Star Wars has, capturing the imaginations of filmgoers and filmmakers alike. Now, for the first time (ever), Edward Gross and Mark A. Altman, the bestselling authors of The Fifty-Year Mission, are telling the entire story of this blockbuster franchise from the very beginni...
154: VISIONS, Weyland, and Qi'ra's Reign with BROAXIUM
August 22, 2021 17:00 - 51 minutes - 70.8 MBIn this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts welcome Chris Ryons and Dan Miller from Broaxium to the show! It's a "beyond the panel" discussion as they go over the latest Star Wars announcements and news: the official trailer for Star Wars: VISIONS, Weyland, and the upcoming comic series, Crimson Reign. 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 Go...
153: Staying the FORCE with Kelly Knox
August 14, 2021 19:00 - 52 minutes - 72.6 MBIn this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts welcome Kelly Knox, the author of Marvel Monsters and Star Wars: Vader Immortal Digital Art Book, to the show! Kelly is well-known for her punny Star Wars jokes on Twitter and her knack for crafts from a galaxy far, far away. All that aside, Kelly has a lot more to share about her love and passions for Star Wars, Marvel, Anime, and her number one guy, Darth Vader! Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes ...
152: A Star Wars 'Scum and Villainy' Chat with Justin Bolger
August 11, 2021 13:30 - 55 minutes - 76.1 MBIn this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, Mark and Becca welcome Justin Bolger to the show! Justin, formerly known as "Apex Fan" to the Star Wars community on Twitter while he worked as the official Star Wars media specialist, sits down with your hosts for a bookish chat about some of his favorite Star Wars books. The conversation takes some wild and uncomfortable turns as they share their perspectives on Star Wars: Shadows of the Empire by Steve Perry and Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith Visual ...
151: Beyond the Page: The High Republic Recap
July 30, 2021 14:30 - 48 minutes - 66.6 MBIn this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts go over the latest Star Wars news regarding The High Republic and its next wave of stories. They recap the recent "High Republic Show" and the announcement of Star Wars: The High Republic: Tempest Runner, original audiobook by Cavan Scott and Penguin Random House Audio, and the Full Voice Cast! And lastly, but certainly not least, Mark and Becca answer some listener feedback on Star Wars: The Rising Storm and Out of the Shadows. Help us sp...
150: In Review: Star Wars: The High Republic: Out of the Shadows
July 27, 2021 12:00 - 55 minutes - 76.7 MBTarkin's Top Shelf reviews Star Wars: The High Republic: Out of the Shadows by Justina Ireland and Disney Books. Your hosts discuss the characters and their arcs, the plot points, the timeline, and continuity payoffs. It's an in-depth, no-holds-barred review that Mark and Becca strongly recommend reading the book first before listening to the show. Thank you, Disney Books and Lucasfilm Press, for supplying Tarkin's Top Shelf with advanced copies of Star Wars: The High Republic: Out of the ...
149: Star Wars "Deep Reading"
July 22, 2021 22:30 - 52 minutes - 72 MBIn this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts discuss "Deep Reading" with Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith and Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker. As Matthew W. Stover says, "there are no "deep writers," just "deep readers." And with that, Tarkin's Top Shelf gives you one helluva in-depth discussion that talks you through some Star Wars mazes on a literary journey in a galaxy far, far away. It's [Star Wars] like poetry. They rhyme. Help us spread the word about the show Click here to s...
148: Revenge of the Sith with Matthew W. Stover
July 15, 2021 16:00 - 52 minutes - 72.1 MBTarkin's Top Shelf welcomes Matthew W. Stover, the author of Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith, to the show! In this episode, Mark and Becca sit down with Mr. Stover and discuss the creative process, character motivations, metaphorical fears, and the narrative of Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith. It's a trip down Star Wars memory lane, sixteen years, to be exact! And, there are even some George Lucas stories as well. So, you might want to buckle up, baby. This one's coming in Sith hot! Help us ...
147: "Sweet Dreams, Sweet Seafood," with Daniel José Older
July 08, 2021 23:12 - 39 minutes - 54.2 MBTarkin's Top Shelf welcomes Star Wars: The High Republic story architect Daniel José Older back to the show! In this episode, your hosts chew the fat or, if you're a Drengir, chew the meat with Daniel José Older about his recent book for the 2nd wave of The High Republic, "Race to Crashpoint Tower." They talk about the creative process behind The High Republic, character arcs, dinosaurs, Drengir, MEATS, and yes, they even ask about sweet seafood, too. Help us spread the word about the show...
146: In Review: The High Republic: Race To Crashpoint Tower by Daniel Jose Older
June 29, 2021 05:00 - 33 minutes - 45.9 MBIn this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts review Star Wars: The High Republic: Race to Crashpoint Tower by Daniel Jose Older, Disney Books, and Lucasfilm Press. Race to Crashpoint Tower is the second middle-grade novel within The High Republic publishing campaign, the first being A Test of Courage. Race to Crashpoint Tower follows two young Padawans who have to learn "what being a Jedi is all about" as they fight dangerous threats against the Republic. Again, this is a No-Holds-Barre...
145: In Review: The High Republic: The Rising Storm by Cavan Scott
June 29, 2021 04:00 - 53 minutes - 73.9 MBIn this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts review Star Wars: The High Republic: The Rising Storm by Cavan Scott and Del Rey Publishing. Mark and Becca discuss the Republic Fair, Valo, The Nihil, character arcs, plot points, Dinosaurs, and the narrative throughout the novel. It's a No-Holds-Barred kind of show, so please, be sure to read "The Rising Storm" first if you do not wish to be spoiled. Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here...
144: The Acolyte and More Qi'ra?
June 26, 2021 01:45 - 33 minutes - 45.6 MBIn this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, Mark and Becca discuss the recent interview with Leslye Headland regarding Star Wars: The Acolyte and her writing room via cinemablend.com. Your hosts also touch on the current articles regarding Emilia Clarke reprising her role as Qi'ra in a future Star Wars 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 Goog...
143: Leia Organa: Princess to Padawan
June 14, 2021 09:00 - 51 minutes - 71.2 MBIn this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts take a closer look at Leia Organa, the Jedi Padawan of her brother, Master Luke Skywalker. Mark and Becca question why Leia decided to put down the saber and hop back on the political bandwagon again? They discuss foreboding dreams of losing Ben, history repeating itself, and possibly, knowledge obtained from the "restricted section" of the old Jedi Archives now known as "the Sacred Jedi Texts." References include Leia: Princess of Alderaan, ...
142: The Book of "Omega" Fett?
June 06, 2021 14:34 - 48 minutes - 67 MBTarkin's Top Shelf takes a break from the books in episode 142. Your hosts explore possible continuity connections between The Bad Batch animated series and the upcoming live-action series, The Book of Boba Fett. Ok, so taking a break from Star Wars books is true, but not in the figurative sense. You see, Mark and Becca take a closer look at Omega and try to discern if her character may or may not play a pivotal role in the Disney Plus series, The Book of Boba Fett. Help us spread the word...
141: Galaxy's Edge and Smuggler's "Rum" with Amy Ratcliffe
May 26, 2021 11:50 - 54 minutes - 75.1 MBTarkin's Top Shelf welcomes Amy Ratcliffe, the author of Star Wars: Women of the Galaxy and The Jedi Mind, back to the show to talk about her latest book, Star Wars: The Art of Galaxy's Edge. Your hosts sit down with Amy and go over the creative process, both behind the scenes and with hands-on, on-site research. It's quite the conversation that hits all the personal notes and tones for every Star Wars fan. So grab a frothy mug of Hondo's "Smuggler's Rum" and enjoy the discussion! Help us...
140: Talking SKYWALKERS with Kristin Baver
May 20, 2021 16:00 - 51 minutes - 71.4 MBTarkin's Top Shelf welcomes, Kristin Baver the Associate Editor of StarWars.com and Author of Skywalker: A Family At War, to the show! In this episode, Mark and Becca sit down with Kristin to talk about the Skywalker family and their legacy in a galaxy far, far away. Come to find out. We don't know everything there is to know about this fictional family. So buckle up, baby. There's a lot of Skywalker drama ahead. Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes ...
139: The Bad Batch Tie-Ins with Star Wars Books
May 14, 2021 21:04 - 50 minutes - 69.3 MBIn this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, Mark and Becca take another look at tie-ins between on-screen and literature mediums. Your hosts revisit Star Wars: Alphabet Squadron's, Victory's Price, and how it connects to The Bad Batch in "Cut and Run." As they continue their "Tie-In" discussion, they find other similarities between Thrawn's Greater Good and certain characters and their characteristics within the animated series of The Bad Batch. So, strap in for some Top Shelf tie-ins and get rea...
138: Star Wars Day With Clayton Sandell!
May 05, 2021 00:39 - 53 minutes - 73.2 MBTarkin's Top Shelf celebrates Star Wars Day with Clayton Sandell! In this episode, Mark and Becca welcome Clayton Sandell to the show to talk about May the Fourth, The Bad Batch, Star Wars memories, and a brief look at one of Clayton's favorite canon novels, Star Wars: Catalyst: A Rogue One Novel. Thank you so much for listening and for supporting the show over the years. May the Fourth be with you. Always. Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Cli...
137: In Review: Thrawn Ascendancy: Greater Good
April 27, 2021 16:00 - 52 minutes - 71.7 MBTarkin's Top Shelf reviews the second novel of the Thrawn Ascendancy Trilogy, Star Wars: THRAWN Ascendancy: Greater Good. In this episode, Mark and Becca take a closer look inside the Nine Ruling Families of the Chiss, their political background, and where exactly Thrawn stands within both. But first, your hosts discuss the latest in 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 S...
136: Skywalker Rants and Kenobi Tangents
April 22, 2021 21:23 - 49 minutes - 68.4 MBIn this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts go a bit off the rails with Skywalker rants and Kenobi tangents. Mark and Becca go over the recent Twitter discourse about Chris Terrio's comments regarding the "A New Home" sequence from Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker, and then they follow up their discussion by revisiting the Lords of the Sith novel by Paul S. Kemp and how it may or may not correlate with the upcoming Kenobi series on Disney Plus. Help us spread the word about the show ...
135: Skywalker: A Family At War By Kristin Baver
April 12, 2021 16:00 - 56 minutes - 78 MBIn this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts' review Skywalker: A Family At War by Kristin Baver and DK Publishing. Skywalker: A Family At War is a historical biography of the fictional Skywalker family and the turbulent story surrounding their family dynasty. But first, Mark and Becca go over the latest in 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 ...
134: INFLUENCING SKYWALKER: Qui-Gon and Palpatine
March 28, 2021 14:00 - 50 minutes - 69.7 MBTarkin's Top Shelf takes a closer look at Qui-Gon Jinn and Palpatine (the top two influencers of the Skywalker family) in preparation for the upcoming Star Wars family biography by Kristin Baver, Skywalker: A Family At War. Your hosts discuss the recent excerpt for Skywalker: A Family At War and revisit the Aftermath Trilogy by Chuck Wendig. But first, Mark and Becca talk about the latest in Star Wars News. Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Cl...
133: No Mando?
March 18, 2021 20:00 - 51 minutes - 70.9 MBLast week Tuesday, Del Rey Publishing and DK Publishing took to their Twitter accounts. Both announced that Due to the ever-expanding world of The Mandalorian, they are no longer publishing The Mandalorian Ultimate Visual Guide or the Original Novel at this time, as the story continues to unfold on-screen. In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, Mark and Becca discuss those announcements and do their best to look beyond the obvious and the so-called rosy goggles that tend to blind us from bei...
132: In Review: Star Wars: Victory's Price
March 09, 2021 22:30 - 50 minutes - 69.1 MBIn this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, Mark and Becca review the finale to the Alphabet Squadron trilogy, Star Wars: Victory's Price by Alexander Freed. Your hosts kick-off the show by chatting about the latest in Star Wars news, then they deep-dive into the meat and potatoes of Victory's Price. Ok, it's more like an emotional meat grinder than a meal, but it's still one helluva hero's journey! A special thank you to the kind folks over at Del Rey Publishing for providing Tarkin's Top Shel...
131: Star Wars: Victory's Price WITH Alexander Freed
March 05, 2021 21:30 - 55 minutes - 75.6 MBTarkin's Top Shelf welcomes author Alexander Freed to the show to talk about Star Wars: Victory's Price. Alexander Freed is the author of the Star Wars: Alphabet Squadron trilogy, Star Wars: Battlefront: Twilight Company, and Star Wars: Rogue One and has written many short stories, comic books, and videogames. In this episode, Mark and Becca sit down with Alexander Freed to talk about a Star War and space jams that inspire and lead Alphabet Squadron against the last remnants of the evil Empi...
130: Padme' and Geode, and Sith, Oh My!
February 23, 2021 23:00 - 49 minutes - 67.4 MBPadme' and Geode, and Sith, Oh My! In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, Mark and Becca take a moment to discuss what's coming to our Star Wars bookshelves in a galaxy not so far, far away. That's right! Your hosts talk about the upcoming Padme' book, "Queen's Hope" by E.K. Johnston, and "The Secrets of Sith" by Marc Sumerak. Then, your hosts wrap things up with some sedimentary nonfiction talk. Yes, it's all about Geode and the path that rocks. Help us spread the word about the show C...
129: Listener Feedback Strikes Back!
February 13, 2021 01:00 - 48 minutes - 67.1 MBTarkin's Top Shelf takes a break from book reviews and spends an entire episode going over some listener feedback. That's right, Mark and Becca take the time to respond to their listeners' emails and dive deep into those ideas and questions. And yes, Mark does take the conversation down some longwinded tangents, so you've been warned. 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 Clic...
128: The High Republic: Into the Dark by Claudia Gray
February 03, 2021 22:30 - 52 minutes - 72 MBTarkin's Top Shelf reviews Star Wars: The High Republic: Into the Dark by Claudia Gray and Disney Books. "Into the Dark" is a Young Adult novel by Disney Books and is the third novel (so far) from The High Republic series. In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, Mark and Becca go over the latest novel from The High Republic series, "Into the Dark." Your hosts take a deep dive "Into the Dark" as they discuss the overall story, plot twists, character backstory, connectives, and narrative, an...
127: Star Wars: I Love You. I Know. with Amy Richau
January 29, 2021 18:30 - 52 minutes - 71.8 MBTarkin's Top Shelf welcomes author Amy Richau to the show! In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts sit down with Amy Richau to discuss the lessons in love and friendship in a galaxy far, far away; Star Wars: I love you. I know. Thanks to DK Publishing for providing advanced copies for review. 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 Pl...
126: The High Republic: A Test of Courage by Justina Ireland
January 19, 2021 23:47 - 51 minutes - 70.7 MBIn this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, Mark and Becca review The High Republic: A Test of Courage by Justina Ireland. Your hosts take a deep-dive into the second story from The High Republic Era that follows a young Vernestra Rwoh on her very first mission as a Jedi Knight. They discuss how A Test of Courage expands the story by adding more mystique to the ominous Nihil and the Noble Jedi of The High Republic. Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Cl...
125: The High Republic with Daniel José Older
January 15, 2021 22:39 - 47 minutes - 65.4 MBTarkin's Top Shelf welcomes one of the lead story architects on the Star Wars cross-platform initiative The High Republic and New York Times Bestselling author, Daniel José Older to the show! In this episode, Mark and Becca sit down with Mr. Older to talk about all things Star Wars and the collaborative creative writing process behind The High Republic. Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here to subscribe...
124: In Review: Light of the Jedi by Charles Soule
January 04, 2021 21:30 - 58 minutes - 80.8 MBIn review: Star Wars: Light of the Jedi by Charles Soule and Del Rey Publishing. In this episode, Mark and Becca sit down to discuss the most anticipated novel of the year! Star Wars: Light of the Jedi by Charles Soule is the introduction to The High Republic, the golden age of the Jedi. Your hosts go over the format of how the novel is structured, plus the core plot for both the Jedi and the Nihil, followed by the current standing of the ever-growing Republic, led by Chancellor Lina Soh. Pl...
123: The Mandalorian Season 2 Roundup
December 22, 2020 11:02 - 58 minutes - 80.9 MBTarkin's Top Shelf takes a moment from reading to discuss the season finale of season 2 of the Disney Plus series: The Mandalorian. In this episode, Mark and Becca go over how the series has successfully incorporated literature into its live-action narrative. But first, your hosts talk a bit about some recent 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 ...
122: Part III: From A Certain Point Of View: The Empire Strikes Back
December 10, 2020 21:49 - 40 minutes - 55.7 MBTarkin's Top Shelf is back with Part 3 of their review of Star Wars: From A Certain Point Of View: The Empire Strikes Back. In this episode, Mark and Becca discuss chapters 28 through 40 and talk about how each one changes or enhances The Empire Strikes Back. But first, your hosts go over the latest chapter of Star Wars: The Mandalorian: The Tragedy on Disney Plus. Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subscribe via RSS Click here ...
121: The Star Wars Book with Cole Horton
December 02, 2020 00:48 - 51 minutes - 70 MBTarkin's Top Shelf welcomes author Cole Horton to the show! In this episode, your hosts' review "The Star Wars Book" by DK Publishing and co-authored by Cole Horton, Dan Zehr, and Pablo Hidalgo. Mark, Becca, and their special guest Cole Horton discuss the writing process, concept planning, and all the makings that went into crafting this wonderous exploration of the galaxy far, far away that is "The Star Wars Book." Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTune...
120 Part 2: From A Certain POV: The Empire Strikes Back (Chapters 15-27)
November 25, 2020 21:30 - 50 minutes - 69.9 MBTarkin's Top Shelf is back with Part 2 of their review of Star Wars: From A Certain Point Of View: The Empire Strikes Back. In this episode, Mark and Becca discuss chapters 15 through 27 and talk about how each one changes and uniquely enhances the film. But first, your hosts go over the latest chapter of Star Wars: The Mandalorian: The Siege on Disney Plus. Donate to 2020 Hyper Toy Drive! Help us spread the word about the show Click here to subscribe via iTunes Click here to subs...
119 Part 1: From A Certain POV: The Empire Strikes Back
November 14, 2020 20:11 - 46 minutes - 63.5 MBIn this Episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, Mark and Becca sit down to discuss the first fourteen of forty stories from Star Wars: From a Certain Point of View: The Empire Strikes Back. Your hosts take a close look at each of the first fourteen short stories and talk about how each one changes and uniquely enhances the film. But first, they go over the latest chapter of Star Wars: The Mandalorian on Disney Plus. So, if you have yet to see chapter 11: The Heiress, then proceed with caution as this...
118 Cobb Vanth Character Crossover: The Mandalorian S2
November 05, 2020 16:00 - 33 minutes - 45.4 MBTarkin's Top Shelf reviews Star Wars: The Mandalorian Season 2 Poster Book by Disney Books and Lucasfilm Press. Mark and Becca sit down to discuss Episode 1: The Marshal from Season 2 of Star Wars: The Mandalorian on Disney Plus, Cobb Vanth's character crossover debut from Star Wars: Aftermath trilogy, and the Poster Book of 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 Cl...
117 The HYPE Republic
October 24, 2020 21:30 - 51 minutes - 70.7 MBTarkin's Top Shelf jumps on The High Republic Hype Train! In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, Mark and Becca sit down and take a closer look at the upcoming Star Wars: The High Republic series coming out this January. They discuss possible continuity connections, Jedi Lore through the lens of the Knights of the Roundtable, and lightsabers in comparison to Excalibur. Essentially, anything and everything is possible, and this is just the beginning! Help us spread the word about the show ...