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GENERATION SKYWALKER: STAR WARS

Star Wars : Generation Skywalker

All eras. All passions. All Star Wars. Informed chat, guest interviews and event coverage with reviews, analysis and commentary covering everything from vintage toys to the latest TV shows.

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01:02:53

THE COMMITTEE : VINTAGE RETURN OF THE JEDI TOYS

GENERATION SKYWALKER: STAR WARS ·

2023/10/04

As part of our series of shows looking at Return of the Jedi, the committee has reconvened to decide the top 10 tie-in toys from the early 80s. So, join Stu, Jez, Craig, Pete and respected toy expert and commentator Dave Tree for the rundown, as we cover all the classics, alongside a few more unusual items. Will Chewbacca’s Bandolier make the list? Will the Huffy Speeder Bike take the lead? Let us know what we missed! Listen to the full debate here, then check out the Top 10 video on YouTube.

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02:02:11

THE MODERN WAY : EPISODE 24

GENERATION SKYWALKER: STAR WARS ·

2023/08/13

Get ready for Ahsoka and join the full Generation Skywalker crew for a run down of all the Star Wars exclusives and and announcements from San Diego Comic Con – including a closer look at the new Haslab Ghost crowdfunder, the latest from The Vintage Collection, Black Series and and Retro collections. We explore the new Geeki Tikis x Shag collaboration, look at fresh Lego sets, discuss the new Artisan Edition Anakin Hot Toy and take a peak at the latest releases from Gentle Giant, Iron Studios and

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02:25:37

RETURN OF THE JEDI COMMENTARY

GENERATION SKYWALKER: STAR WARS ·

2023/07/18

When is it OK to talk all the way though a movie? When it's one of Generation Skywalker's occasional series of commentary shows. 40 years ago we were all enjoying the 'Summer of Jedi', so now's the perfect time to join Dan, Jez, Craig and Pete as they sit and re-watch the film and share their recollections, reactions and behind the scenes trivia in real time. Where were you in '83? Did the Emperor creep you out? What did you expect to see under Vader's mask? Did you find the Ewoks adorable or

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02:40:23

RETRACING TRAILERS : PART 3 : THE SEQUEL TRILOGY

GENERATION SKYWALKER: STAR WARS ·

2023/06/26

'Chewie, we’re home.’ As trailer moments go, it was a moment that got everyone 'in the feels'. But what else did the sequel trailers get right? And what did they get wrong? It's almost 10 years since the first teaser dropped for The Force Awakens, and it's getting on for 2 years since our last Retracing Trailers show. Now, the team are back to cast a critical eye and reminisce about when they saw some of these for the first time. So, join Jez, Craig, Dan and Pete for some hot takes in a deep dive

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02:51:49

THOSE OLD FOSSILS : EPISODE 21 : THE END OF THE LINE

GENERATION SKYWALKER: STAR WARS ·

2023/06/16

What happens when a popular toy line starts to wane? In this episode we are joined by two collectors with a keen interest in the unique ways vintage figures were packaged for the clearance aisles. Gary Smith (almost certainly owner of the best Palitoy Star Wars collection in the world) joins Jez to discuss his collection of miscards and how these were 'intentional mistakes' to get rid of old stock. And Thorsten Greth pops in to discuss German Power of the Force three-packs and the recent addition of

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43:43

MY PALITOY STORY : BOB BRECHIN & BRIAN HICKEY

GENERATION SKYWALKER: STAR WARS ·

2023/06/13

With less than a week to go on their Kickstarter campaign, former toy designer Bob Brechin and art director Brian Hickey join Dan, Craig and Pete to discuss 'My Palitoy Life'. 10 years in the making, the book charts the rise and fall of one of the most iconic toy manufacturers of the 20th Century and creators of some of the most sought after vintage Star Wars playsets in the world. And this is your opportunity to hear directly from the writer and designer about how the book came be, the meticulous

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01:40:52

THE MODERN WAY : EPISODE 23

GENERATION SKYWALKER: STAR WARS ·

2023/05/28

Dan, Jez, Craig and Pete go for gold in an episode of The Modern Way covering a whole array of shiny, new Star Wars collectibles from the last few months. The team discuss their own recent purchases and what nuggets they know about Disney's future plans for TV shows and movies, before digging in to review all the new releases and announcements from Hasbro, Hot Toys, Lego, Gentle Giant and Jazwares. Whether you are a Black Series die-hard or a Hot Toys dabbler, there's lots to admire in this

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01:36:57

STAR WARS CELEBRATION EUROPE 2023 REVISITED

GENERATION SKYWALKER: STAR WARS ·

2023/04/20

Stuart, Craig, Jez and Pete return from the shenanigans of this years Star Wars Celebration in London and relive some of their stand out moments. From Craig's double panel presentation on Sunday to the Craft Beer show event he was truly a busy boy. Whilst Jez, with his alter ego 'The Running Stormtrooper', tells the tale of his Celebration running 100km whilst raising money for two children's charities, and what a tale, exceeding fundraising expectations and ending his Celebration in a way he never

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01:54:36

GENERATION SKYWALKER’S GUIDE TO CELEBRATION EUROPE 2023

GENERATION SKYWALKER: STAR WARS ·

2023/04/04

Star Wars Celebration Europe 2023 is upon us, and the team at Generation Skywalker are getting very excited. So excited in fact that they've done a guide to things they wouldn't want to miss, from panels and art to evening entertainment and running in a booth, we've got it covered here. Listen in, enjoy the show, and we'll see you in London in just a few days. FREAK OUUUUTTTTT!!!!!

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01:02:50

THE COMMITTEE : VADER’S FINEST

GENERATION SKYWALKER: STAR WARS ·

2023/03/10

Few movie villains have appeared in as many classic scenes as Darth Vader, but which of his countless moments across the films, TV shows, comics and novels do the Generation Skywalker team consider to be his best? Join Stu, Craig, Dan and Pete as they debate their picks here or (if you can do without hearing what happened to the Imperial nurse who fell in love with the Dark Lord) head straight to the video on YouTube or TikTok to watch our final Top 10.

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01:58:19

#CANTINA : A PRODUCER, A ROCKSTAR AND A STAR WARS NERD

GENERATION SKYWALKER: STAR WARS ·

2023/02/07

Generation Skywalker brings you a fun and uplifting roundtable. With #Cantina2 on the horizon as the must-attend event at this year's Star Wars Celebration, Stuart and Jez sit down with Martin Keeler, film director/producer/writer Jed Shepherd and Mark Hamilton from rock band Ash to talk about the event that the three of them are putting together. We look at the success of the first Cantina in 2016 and some of what to expect this time around, but this roundtable is much more than that, with tales

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02:48:21

THOSE OLD FOSSILS : EPISODE 20 : VINTAGE COLLECTING 101

GENERATION SKYWALKER: STAR WARS ·

2023/01/31

As well as a full review of collecting in 2022 and a look forward into 2023, this packed episode of Those Old Fossils has three exclusives: The first being a brilliant real-time talk through the fascinating Toltoys auction which took place in New Zealand, thanks to David Phillips. Then we have Peter interviewing Chuck Lang regarding the imminent Morphy auction and finally we give one more exclusive which is so hot we won't even write it here! The perfect vintage collecting episode to listen to

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04:38:10

THE 100th SHOW

GENERATION SKYWALKER: STAR WARS ·

2023/01/27

The 100th edition of Generation Skywalker and do we have an absolute epic show to bring you. Leaning on our slogan, 'All eras. All passions. All Star Wars', Generation Skywalker has reached out to the furthest corners of the galaxy to bring you 100 stories from 100 Star Wars fans, from all areas of Star Wars. Cosplayers to toy collectors. Authors to childhood memories. Every tale has its own charm and needs to be heard, and we're delighted to be able to give these stories that platform. It's our

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01:43:32

THE MODERN WAY : EPISODE 22

GENERATION SKYWALKER: STAR WARS ·

2023/01/21

The new year is upon us, but first it’s time to put 2022 to bed with a look back at the best and worst of the key Star Wars toylines from the last 12 months. Join Stu, Dan, Jez, Craig and new boy, Pete, as they run down their hits and misses from The Vintage Collection, Black Series, Hot Toys and Lego and discuss where they’re at in their own modern collecting journeys. For Stu, it's been a busy year picking up bargains and being unable to resist the lure of new Hot Toy releases – Dan’s new Vader

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37:41

THE COMMITTEE : ORIGINAL TRILOGY PUT-DOWNS

GENERATION SKYWALKER: STAR WARS ·

2023/01/03

Put-downs, clap-backs and witty retorts… the original trilogy is full of them, and the Generation Skywalker Committee has reconvened to determine the most cutting lines and sharpest deliveries in a show packed full of Star Wars sass from classic characters and one line wonders. Listen to Stu, Jez, Dan and special guest Ian Trussler debate the long list here, or head straight to the video on YouTube or TikTok to watch our final Top 10. Laugh it up, Fuzzballs.

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01:27:51

GEEKI TIKIS CHRISTMAS PARTY

GENERATION SKYWALKER: STAR WARS ·

2022/12/22

It's the Generation Skywalker Christmas party, and you're invited to join us as we drink cocktails and talk Tiki with Beeline Creative CEO and Geeki Tikis Big Kahuna – Brandon Giraldez. So grab yourself a ceramic mug inspired by the romance and glamour of the South Sea Islands, mix up your favourite tipple and pull up a chair as we hear how Brandon's love for Tiki and pop culture has led to one of the most creative and stylish product partnerships in Lucasfilm's portfolio. It's a lively and engaging

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01:32:21

THE MODERN WAY : EPISODE 21

GENERATION SKYWALKER: STAR WARS ·

2022/12/20

Catch-up on all things modern, as the team review the pick of the latest releases from our favourite Star Wars brands. We’ve got toys from Hasbro, Jazzwares, ShopDisney and Hot Toys – models and statues from Kotobukiya, Gentle Giant, Iron Studios, Funko and Regal Robot – all kinds of great new Star Wars product by everyone from Geeki Tikis to Columbia – plus, this month our small business spotlight lands on Crystal Art Buddies and Nerdmatters. So, if you want the lowdown on the latest Grogu

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02:05:31

THOSE OLD FOSSILS : EPISODE 19 : PRINCESS LEIA ORGANA...

GENERATION SKYWALKER: STAR WARS ·

2022/12/08

Hello what have we here? You're in for another treat, the Generation Skywalker crew have just dropped the second part of the Princess Leia Special, 'Those Old Fossils Episode 19 : Princess Leia Part 2'. That's right, two Vintage Star Wars collecting podcast episodes in the same week (2 x 2 hr. shows, rather than a mammoth 4hr show)! Hot on the heels of Episode 18 we bring you even more Leia Organa magic and a large sprinkling of Leia Bespin and Leia Endor. The show jumps straight in with another

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02:04:22

THOSE OLD FOSSILS : EPISODE 18 : PRINCESS LEIA ORGANA...

GENERATION SKYWALKER: STAR WARS ·

2022/12/05

Who is she? She's beautiful. She is Princess Leia, and she is so amazing we've dedicated a whole show to her, in fact we wanted to afford her the attention she rightfully deserved therefore this is the first of 2 shows dedicated to our Princess from a Galaxy Far, Far Away. For Episode 18 of Those Old Fossils, the gang are joined by David DeMarchis, owner of an incredible vintage Star Wars collection with some extremely choice Leia pieces: Check out his R2/Leia miscard, some 'hair routing samples'

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54:14

THE COMMITTEE : LIGHTSABER DUELS

GENERATION SKYWALKER: STAR WARS ·

2022/11/28

Lightsaber fights are a unique highlight of any Star Wars story and over the last 45 years we have seen showdowns between every light and darkside heavyweight across movies, animated shows and, more recently live action TV. In this show, the Generation Skywalker Committee has gathered, along with special guest Ian Trussler, to determine the all-time Top 10 duels. Looking at battles from the original trilogy, prequels, sequels and TV shows, we cast our net wide for worthy combatants before voting

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