The Unknown Regions Podcast

Jay and Tom

Were you wondering if there was more to the Star Wars universe than just the movies? Wanting to know what happened before Palpatine's rise to power, and after his fall down the Death Star's shaft? Then join us at The Unknown Regions for in depth look at the Star Wars Expanded Universe.

  1. 06/27/2012

    EPISODE 36 - "RISE"

    Finally, here is our next Episode, 36: “Rise.” On this episode Tom and I will be discussing the novel Dark Lord: The Rise of Dark Vader, by James Luceno. This novel takes place right after the events of Revenge of the Sith, and it one of our favorites. Spoiler... 5 DS for sure. For Tom’s book news: Star Wars: Knight Errant Volume 2—Deluge TPB http://www.darkhorse.com/Books/17-786/Star-Wars-Knight-Errant-Volume-2-Deluge-TPB http://www.starwarscelebration.com/ For my Collecting & Gaming news, follow the below news. Death Trooper Deluxe Statue: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80125 Anakin & Sabulba Mini-Bust 2 Pack http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80210 Nien Nunb Mini-Bust http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80222 Security Battle Droid Mini-Bust http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80023 If you listened to after the credits, you’ll know that we are starting a new Podcast based on our faith and belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior. We also threw out that at this time we don’t have a name and could really use your help. So send them in. Well that’s it for Episode 36. Our next episode will be on the Legacy comic series, beginning with the first story arc, Broken. We aren’t sure when this episode will be out, so stay tuned. Thanks for listening, and as always, May the Force Be With You!

  2. 03/22/2012

    EPISODE 35 - "TAKE 2"

    Hey everyone, here is Episode 35- "Take 2". Enjoy the episode, and look for the show notes to come out this weekend.

  3. 02/08/2012

    EPISODE 34 - "NO PRISONERS"

    We know, we know, we know... we're late... again! But hey, better than never, right? Well, you decide. This is our first "Real" episode in the new format. Let us know what you think of Episode 34: "No Prisoners" On this episode, we will review, or shall we say, talk about, the novel "No Prisoner" by Karen Travis. Also, we discuss the below items in our, "Previously called News Section, but now it's just a free for all talk about whatever we come up with" section... hmmm. Kinect Episode 4 Duel Video: http://lucasarts.com/games/kinectstarwars/ Star Wars XBOX 360:  The Old Republic WIKI:  http://www.ign.com/wikis/star-wars-the-old-republic Dawn of the Jedi: Crimson Empire: http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/20-342/Star-Wars-Dawn-of-the-Jedi-0 http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Limited-Kinect-Star-Bundle/dp/B0050SY300 http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/18-021/Star-Wars-Crimson-Empire-III-Empire-Lost-4 One of the items talk about is the Keyboard, Mouse and other released for the PC. Use the pic-link below to head over and check them out. If you want to buy them, hope you bring you credits... lots of credits. If the Link doesn't work above, click here: http://www.razerzone.com/swtor Well, that's it for this Episode. Hope you enjoy it. And, as always, May the Force be with you!

  4. 12/23/2011

    EPISODE 33 - "AND THE WINNER IS..."

    Hey everyone, here is Episode 33: "The Winner is..." On this episode, we announce the winner of our contest, sponsored by http://www.buystarwarscostumes.com/. Also, we have some emails to read, and something special at the end. We wanted to share with you another Star Wars podcast out there, hosted by one of own listeners, Harrison. The show is called, "My Own Private Alderaan" and can be found here: http://myownprivatealderaan.podomatic.com/ During our discussion, Tom brings  the short film "the Padawan Menace", which has been out for awhile. You can pick this up at your local Walmart or Best Buy. Here is a link to a short clip, if you want to check it out. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0eeeTxZo6Wk&feature=related Here is a link the Chewbacca sock puppet that put  out show to a halt with laughter.  Check it out here, to make your own:  http://starwars.com/play/online-activities/crafts/chewbaccasockpuppet/ Something else to check out is this Facebook link titled, "Star Wars: Full Circle", check it out here: http://www.facebook.com/StarWars.FullCircle Finally at the end of the show we share with you the Jason Arnold Taylor reading of "Twas the Night Before Christmas." The quality of the recording wasn't the best, so use this link and check it out at you tube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nh4n-Dyx3Sw Also we had a special request from Joshua, another one of our listeners, to add a link for this special site. Check it out, and help a young Star Wars fan. http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dondarkside/help-a-young-star-wars-fan-with-special-needs-tell Send us your emails on what you would like us to start out with in 2012. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, and as always, May the Force Be With You!

  5. 11/06/2011

    EPISODE 32 - "INSERT TITLE HERE"

    Yes, your eyes are not deceiving you, this is a new episode. We know, finally, right? Technically this isn't our come back episode, but rather how we are going to be doing our show, when we do come back "officially" in January of 2012. There might be another episode before the end of the year, but it will be some kind of Escape Pod. Now, unlike other shows, the show notes are not on this post with the episode. That will be coming some time in the next few days. Enjoy the show, and please, please send us your emails, feedback and comments. And as always.... May the Force Be With You!!!

  6. 05/20/2011

    EPISODE 31 - "FAN FICTION, THAT'S A WRAP AND DON'T FORGET TO TURN OUT THE LIGHTS"

    Sorry it's been awhile guys, but hey we are back with another episode, 31, "Fan Fiction, That's a Wrap and Don't Forget to Turn out the Lights!" Could we have come up with a longer title? Hmmm, probably not. For this episode, like the title suggests, we bring you fan fiction from two listeners, have your emails, news (books, comics, collectibles), and a big announcement at the end of the show. During our emails we talk about the Qui-Gon figure from Batman Begins, what do you think? For Tom's news, he gives you info and release dates for the following comics and novels: For my collecting news, see below images. If you want to get more info on purchasing them, here are the links, as well as the ones for Superherotoys.com Nihilus Mini Bust: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE00851 Kit Fisto Mini Bust: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80060 Obi-Wan Mini Bust: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE11631 12" Death Star Commander: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80106 Vader ArtFX: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=DC01376 Jes Gistang: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80094 Superherotoys 1: http://superherotoys.com/star-wars-toys-star-wars-exclusives.html Superherotoys 2: http://superherotoys.com/star-wars-toys-star-wars-expanded-universe.html Here is the link to Wookieepedia if you want more information on Darth Nihilus from KOTOR 2: http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Darth_Nihilus As for gaming news, just four peices of info here from THE OLD REPUBLIC, one of which I missed on our last show. New Trailer: http://www.swtor.com/media/trailers/fate-galaxy Enviroments: http://www.swtor.com/news/news-article/20110415 Drew Interview: http://www.swtor.com/news/news-article/20110422-0 Sith Warrior: http://www.swtor.com/media/trailers/sith-warrior-progression Well, that's it for Episode 31. As for what we have coming up next, you'll need to listen to this one to find that out. Also, once you here our announcement, please send us in some emails with your thoughts. So, that's a wrap, and as always, May the Force Be With You!!!

  7. 04/02/2011

    EPISODE 30 - "DUELING AMBITIONS"

    Hey there EU fans, Tom and I, are finally posting a show after the whole site-switching fiasco. And we want to send out a special thank you to Andrew & Joe for helping make the switch as painless as possible. Only a few battle scars guys, only a few. For this episode we will be reviewing the TPB, Dueling Ambitions, from the Knights of the Old Republic series. We will also have your emails, some news, and a litle something different with the review. With the change in the way we will be presenting the review, we are looking for your feedback on whether you like the new style or not. During our emails we mention a few conventions, Marcon and The Calgary Comic & Entertainment Exp. Use the picture links to find out more information. Here are the comics that Tom gave us the release dates on.  For collecting news, we talk about a minibust, Gentle Giant vintage figures, and a Darth Talon statue. Shae Vizla: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80144 Obi-Wan: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80128 Tuskan Raider: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80087 Jawa: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80179 Darth Talon: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?prod=1&ts=2011032701&number=GE80095 In gaming news, we discussed some articles over at The Old Republic website. Check them out here. Bounty Hunters: http://www.swtor.com/news/news-article/20110304 Annimation: http://www.swtor.com/news/news-article/20110318 Jedi Progression: http://www.swtor.com/news/news-article/20110325 Well, that wraps up another episode of the Unknown Regions. Hope you enjoyed this one, and be looking for our next show, an Escape Pod, sometime mid-April. Be sure to send us your feedback at our email address, or check us out on our Facebook page. Until then, may the Force be with you!

  8. 03/18/2011

    EPISODE 29 - "FORCING THE ISSUE"

    Yes everyone, we are still alive, and here is our next show to prove it, Episode 29: Forcing the Issue. In this episode, we will be having our normal segments of Emails & News, however we will be forgoing any review this time to have a discussion on the Force with a couple special guests. In our news segment, Tom starts out with the latest release dates for the some books, comics, an e-book, and a short story by Timothy Zahn, entitled, "Judge's Call." Which can be accessed by going over to our Facebook discussion page. The e-book is the next book in the "Lost Tribe of the Sith" series, Sentinel. Since the e-book is now out, use the picture link below, or the sidebar, to access the PDF file. Continuing with our news, I bring you some mini-bust info for collecting. See links for more info. Trooper: http://shop.starwars.com/catalog/product.xml?topcatID=1300264&product_id=1326162 Hammerhead: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE11628 Aurra Sing: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80056 Vader: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80059 And for gaming, just the typical updates to THE OLD REPUBLIC website, mainly the Flashpoint missions. You can use the picture link below for the TOR Flashpoint missions. For the other updates talked about, use the Holocron link on the sidebar of our website. So that wraps up this episode, we hope you enjoy it. Be looking for an Escape Pod in the next few weeks on the comics Star Wars: Jango Fett and Star Wars: Zam Wesell. Until then, May the Force be with you! (Show Notes Modified from Original Hosting Site; Original Post Date: 3/4/2011)

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Were you wondering if there was more to the Star Wars universe than just the movies? Wanting to know what happened before Palpatine's rise to power, and after his fall down the Death Star's shaft? Then join us at The Unknown Regions for in depth look at the Star Wars Expanded Universe.

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  • Creator
    Jay and Tom
  • Years Active
    2011 - 2012
  • Episodes
    24
  • Rating
    Clean
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    © Copyright 2011 The Unknown Regions Podcast
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