308 episodes

A 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.

Tarkin's Top Shelf Becca Benjamin & Mark Sutter

    • TV & Film
    • 4.3 • 64 Ratings

A 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.

    Star Wars: The Bad Batch Season 3: Episodes 6 & 7 Roundtable Discussion

    Star Wars: The Bad Batch Season 3: Episodes 6 & 7 Roundtable Discussion

    Tarkin's Top-Shelf joins forces with Idiot's Array and Kanata's Castle Podcasts for a Roundtable Discussion on episodes 6 and 7 from season 3 of The Bad Batch. But first, your hosts go over some Star Wars news. 
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    Star Wars: The High Republic "Defy the Storm" with Tessa Gratton

    Star Wars: The High Republic "Defy the Storm" with Tessa Gratton

    Tarkin's Top Shelf welcomes Star Wars: The High Republic author Tessa Gratton to the show! In this episode, your hosts sit down with first-time guest Tessa Gratton to discuss Star Wars: The High Republic: Defy the Storm. But first, they ask Tessa some Star Wars "get-to-know-you" questions. 
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    Star Wars: The Bad Batch Season 3: Episodes 4 & 5 ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION

    Star Wars: The Bad Batch Season 3: Episodes 4 & 5 ROUNDTABLE DISCUSSION

    Tarkin's Top-Shelf joins forces with Idiot's Array and Kanata's Castle Podcasts for a Roundtable Discussion on episodes 4 and 5 from season 3 of The Bad Batch. But first, your hosts go over some Star Wars news. 
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    Eric A. Clayton and "My Life with The Jedi"

    Eric A. Clayton and "My Life with The Jedi"

    Tarkin's Top Shelf welcomes Eric A. Clayton, author of 'My Life With The Jedi' to the show. In this episode, your hosts sit down with Eric to discuss his book — a brilliant spin on Star Wars and spirituality; "This is how the Force works!" My Life with the Jedi: The Spirituality of Star Wars is a mindful and soulful journey between the monomyth and our luminous selves. But first, they ask Eric some Star Wars "get-to-know-you" questions. 
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    • 52 min
    Talking Star Wars with "Morgan Elsbeth," Diana Lee Inosanto!

    Talking Star Wars with "Morgan Elsbeth," Diana Lee Inosanto!

    Tarkin's Top Shelf sets the table with all the witchy essentials: candles, crystals, and pendulums as they welcome Diana Lee Inosanto to the show! In this episode, your hosts embrace a unique opportunity as they sit down for an exclusive interview with The Mandalorian and Ahsoka's Nightsister, Morgan Elsbeth, played by Diana Lee Inosanto. They talk about Diana's Star Wars journey as a fan and an actress, childhood, motherhood, family legacy, and so much more! 
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    • 52 min
    The Bad Batch Season 3 Premiere: Roundtable Discussion

    The Bad Batch Season 3 Premiere: Roundtable Discussion

    Tarkin's Top Shelf joins forces with Idiot's Array Podcast and Kanata's Castle for a Roundtable discussion on the season 3 premiere of Star Wars: The Bad Batch. Your hosts review all three episodes: Confined, Paths Unknown, and Shadow of Tantiss, but first, they go over the latest Star Wars news. 
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Customer Reviews

4.3 out of 5
64 Ratings

64 Ratings

A Big Fan1 ,

So much fun!

I found this podcast only recently and I was hooked from the get-go! These wonderful hosts bring so much passion and energy to the fandom that it's infectious!

RobertSch6 ,

Fun and Positive

I regularly listen to at least 15 podcasts dedicated specifically to Star Wars, and Tarkin’s Top Shelf is among my favorites.

The hosts always keep the show positive, which is so rare when listening to or reading comments about entertainment in general—especially those about Star Wars.

They are quick to point out the good things about the movies, television shows, and books they are reviewing, and they often identify connections between these stories and the rest of the Star Wars universe that I had missed or had never considered. Their conversations enhance my excitement and appreciation for all the Star Wars content—new and old.

I look forward to each episode when I can tune out the world with all its negativity for a bit and listen to some deep, thoughtful, and fun discussion about Star Wars.

Upofan ,

THE podcast for Star Wars book fans

No other podcast gives this much attention to the books and novels. They have author interviews all the time too!

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