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.
Episodes
Saturday Jan 21, 2023
Saturday Jan 21, 2023
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 focus has informed his modern collecting, though he proves there’s plenty of room for new characters alongside his growing collection of OT sixth scale – Jez remains on the look-out for new TVC carded figures to add to his 'one of every’ logo run – Craig is still convinced there’s some solid logic to his ad-hoc modern purchases – and we get to delve into Pete’s love of Lego and The Vintage Collection as the boys start their campaign to get him to buy his first Hot Toy.
With so much new Star Wars output to look forward to in 2023, the team also offer up their hopes for the latest line-up of TV shows, fan events, books and collectible releases. Regardless of passions, tastes and opinion – we are all in for a busy Star Wars year.
Tuesday Jan 03, 2023
Tuesday Jan 03, 2023
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.
Thursday Dec 22, 2022
Thursday Dec 22, 2022
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 four-way chat that gives some fascinating insights into the history and workings of Beeline, the design process of the Star Wars line, artist collaborations with Shag, Eric Tan and Paul Briggs, future plans, plus of course a few sneak peeks and exclusive reveals!
Find out how Jez, Dan and Craig's pitches for new mugs go down and watch live unboxings of some of the gifts Tiki Santa left under our tree this year (And make sure stay right through to the very end to see if Stu eventually makes it to the party.)
Massive thanks to Brandon for his time, candour and for bringing his signature enthusiasm to this very special seasonal show.
Mele Kalikimaka!
Tuesday Dec 20, 2022
Tuesday Dec 20, 2022
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 snowglobes, Clone Wars parkas and original trilogy Christmas tree ornaments, you’re in the right place!
Join Stu, Jez, Dan and Craig as they discuss how their modern collecting tastes have developed over the past year, and find out what items from these current releases may (or may not) find a home on their shelves.
What will you be adding to your wants list in 2023?
Thursday Dec 08, 2022
Thursday Dec 08, 2022
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 brilliant interview with the ever friendly Bruce White. Bruce has a truly wonderful collection of Princess Leia Vintage collectables from carded figures and Proofs to some fascinating Beyond the Toys merchandise. Bruce also introduces Jez to Carrie Fisher's staring role on Saturday Night Live... Obi-Wan Kenobi, Obi-Wan Kenobi (if you know, you know).
Joined once again by our resident expert from the Star Wars Collectors Archive, Ron Salvatore gives a fascinating insight into the origins of Leia Organa in Bespin Gown, which leads to a really interesting fact on Blue Snaggletooth and Bossk. He also drops hints about what Leia card art "brings out the Lando in him"!
Mark Andrews and Jamie Acott from the Variant Villains give us a great rundown of Leia Endor variations. A really interesting insight into the world of variations which is explained in a really digestible format. These guys really know their stuff with regards to the figures and the accessories.
This show is rounded off with an amusing rapid fire round which is far from rapid! Download and enjoy this 2 hour podcast dedicated to your first love.
Monday Dec 05, 2022
Monday Dec 05, 2022
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' which are like something you've never seen before and his 12" Leia Bespin box flat, seriously this collection is mind blowing!
Plus, Jez is joined by the vintage collector everyone thinks of when you say 'Princess Leia': Bruce White. Jez and Bruce chatted for so long, we've put the first half (focused mainly on the character and Carrie Fisher) in this episode and the second part of the interview (vintage collecting) on the next show!
Bruce's enthusiasm and love of both Leia and Carrie is infectious, and he shares some incredible stories and insights including how he has been kissed by Carrie twice and she gifted him a very special 'Intimate Inflatable Love Piggy' as a thank you!
Once again, the Variant Villains are back with some seriously impressive knowledge on Leia Organa variations and drop some cape information that might make you wish you hadn't binned that suspicious 'repro' cape that you once bought!
The show is sewn together by Stuart and Craig who share stories of when they met Carrie Fisher and what the Princess means to them.
Download and enjoy this 2-hour podcast dedicated to your first love!
Monday Nov 28, 2022
Monday Nov 28, 2022
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 to decide the final 10.
Did your favourites make the list?
Delve into this audio debate then watch the Top 10 video here.
Saturday Nov 05, 2022
Saturday Nov 05, 2022
Agree or disagree with our choices?
Let us know.
Monday Oct 24, 2022
Monday Oct 24, 2022
If ever there were Star Wars items Craig and Mark dreamed of turning up, it would be these.
Join them for this special one-off sofa chat as they discuss the pre-production find of their lives – from stumbling on an auction listing that seemed too good to be true and building a war chest, to some tense phone bidding and ultimately taking delivery of some of the most amazing original Star Wars artwork of the vintage era.
It's a candid conversation that explores how connected they are to these items on more levels than just childhood nostalgia, and an opportunity for you to hear about the artwork in more detail.
This represents a landmark discovery for the hobby and a very personal achievement for two incredibly passionate collectors. Some things are meant to be.
There's a video version of this episode you can watch here.
And for a more in-depth look at the pieces with lots of added insight from the world of graphic design and print production in the late 20th century, check out the blog that accompanies this video here.
Wednesday Oct 19, 2022
Wednesday Oct 19, 2022
Those Old Fossils in back with another absolutely stellar episode, packed with nothing but pure vintage goodness.
Thanks to the knowledge and help of Daryl Whitlow, Chris Moorehead, Ron Salvatore, Mark Andrews, Mark Baker, Jamie Acott and Will Mellish, the Generation Skywalker boys take a deep dive on the Emperor, his Dignitary and his Royal Guard.
Ron journeys into the realm of the 'Bald Emperor' prototype and throne room options whilst also declaring his disdain for any name other than 'The Emperor', don't call him Palpatine and don't even dream of saying Sheev!
Jez gets Daryl up at 7am to learn all about his passion for The Emperor and later chats with Chris about his fantastic ERG collection, you won't want to miss either interview.
Stuart also announces his undying love for the Imperial Dignitary and appears to be well on his way to becoming the seminal Imp Dig Focus Collector.
The Variant Villains give us the downlow on variant options for all 3 figures and the episode is completed with Stu, Craig and Dan finding a whole mix of Beyond the Toys wonders.
It's a feast of greatness covering Imperial badness. It's Sith Hot!
Friday Oct 14, 2022
Friday Oct 14, 2022
Wednesday Sep 28, 2022
Wednesday Sep 28, 2022
Join Stu, Craig, Jez and guests Marc Hockley and Peter Lee as they discuss the best on-screen, one-to-one relationships in the Star Wars galaxy.
In this new format show, you can watch the Top 10 on YouTube and TikTok, but here on the full podcast you can hear us discuss Star Wars duos in a committee!
Find out which pairings were considered and rejected, who's arguments swung the voting and hear Jez make his passionate case for Frog Lady and her husband.
Do you agree with our choices?
Who would you have liked to have seen included?
Fancy joining The Committee?
Get in touch and let us know.
Sunday Sep 18, 2022
Sunday Sep 18, 2022
Bill McBride is universally recognised as THE Darth Vader collector. The lifelong Star Wars fan holds the Guinness World Record for the ‘Largest Darth Vader Collection in the World’.
Generation Skywalker were delighted to have Bill join the team for this month's extra special deep dive into the Dark Lord of the Sith.
We would be honoured if you’d join us and listen to the probing questions on all aspects of Bill's life as a Star Wars fan and a variety of his collecting highlights.
Bill shares some incredible collecting stories and covers all aspects of his Vader Vault from his mushroom tipped DT to his treasured Ralph McQuarrie Party Favours and from his 1978 Darth Vader beer to his 1999 Japanese Motorcycle Jacket. The less said about the Darth Condoms and Darth Vader Mr. Potato the better! The interviews are split into 2: ‘Bill & collecting’ and later in the show ‘Bill’s collection’. Plus, there is a Rapid-Fire round at the end of the show to put him on the spot.
The team is also blessed to host two small sections from the Variant Villains crew who open our minds to the plethora of differences in: figures, capes and sabers. A fascinating insight.
Jez, Dan, Craig and Stu also cover a variety of beyond the toys Darth Vader items to ensure that the greatest film villain in the Galaxy is truly honoured.
The enhanced YouTube version of this great show has just begun will be out towards the end of September.
Thursday Aug 25, 2022
Thursday Aug 25, 2022
Beginning with a peek at what contemporary Star Wars collectibles the team has been buying, this episode of our Modern collecting roundtable show takes a look at what happened when Generation Skywalker attended the recent London Film and Comic Con as part of the Star Wars Zone, as well as exploring the supply, quality, packaging and price issues that are angering parts of the Hasbro collecting community.
And of course we run through all the fresh releases from The Vintage Collection, Black Series, Hot Toys, Lego, Funko and beyond.
Where will Dan find the room for a 4 foot N1 Starfighter? Just how far will Jez's 'one from everything' rule extend? Will Stu be buyng a petwer Fett bust for his mahogany panelled snooker room?
Click play and find out.
Sunday Aug 21, 2022
Sunday Aug 21, 2022
Join Jez, Stu and Craig along with collecting powerhouse and Star Wars community favourite, Lee Bullock forming the round table.
Alex Pardi joins us to talk all about his Cantina Collection, Ron Salvatore pops in to wax lyrical about his love of Walrus Man (and his collecting pet peeve). Andy Goulding talks 'Hoth Soldier' as part of his Rebel Soldier focus. (He says he's not a focus collector but he's fairly focused).
We also discuss the Biker Scout and Pop-Up Lightsaber R2-D2, with the Variant Villain team (Mark Andrews, Will Mellish, Jamie Acott and Thomas John) joining the crew throughout to run through the figure variants of each of the four chosen characters.
Is this our most vintage figure focused podcast yet? It's certainly our longest episode but it's pure vintage and nothing else.
Thursday Aug 18, 2022
Thursday Aug 18, 2022
(Also available as an enhanced podcast on the Generation Skywalker YouTube channel.)
Thursday Aug 11, 2022
Thursday Aug 11, 2022
Re-live the highs and lows of the Obi-Wan Kenobi series with the Generation Skywalker team as we sit down to discuss the entire six-part story in one, in-depth, spoiler-filled show.
We leave no force-lifted stone unturned as we get into the themes, fan controversies and Easter eggs, and breakdown what individual elements really shone and what left some of us cold.
Cross referencing IMDB ratings with our own social media polls, there’s a general consensus, but not everyone on the team sees things the same way.
It was awesome to see Anakin and Obi-Wan at it again, but have lightsaber stabs lost their sting? Is there more to NED-B? And did the discussion around Leia’s ladder need to have quite so much screen time?
Listen in and let us know your thoughts.
Thursday Jul 07, 2022
Thursday Jul 07, 2022
Those Old Fossils – our vintage collecting show – is here with the first of our Four Figure Focuses.
This month an incredible nine members of the global Star Wars community join Jez, Stu, Dan and Marc Hockley as they delve into: Obi-Wan Kenobi, Dengar, Anakin Skywalker and everyone’s favourite peg warmer Klaatu.
Matt George drops in for a brilliant interview on his beloved Ben Kenobi, giving some incredible insights to pre-production collecting. Jez discovers a brilliant Facebook Group dedicated to Klaatu (The Klaatorium – Star Wars Klaatu and Skiff Guard Memorial & Cocktail Lounge) and interviews three of its most enthusiastic members: Paul James, Barry Lewton and Dave Moore.
Ron Salvatore drops in with his brilliant take on Anakin Skywalker and Mark Andrews, Will Mellish and Jamie Acott from Variant Villains give the lowdown on each figure.
Lots of voices, lots of knowledge – all looking at these characters, action figures and the Beyond the Toys items that they inspired. Did we miss anything? Let us know and get involved.
Sunday Jul 03, 2022
Sunday Jul 03, 2022
We’re back for our regular round-up of modern Star Wars toys and collectibles. And this time we have a special guest.
Toy shop owner, event organiser and all-round fan ambassador, Dave Tree joins Dan and Jez to look at the new releases, as well as offering up some fascinating insights into the workings of Hasbro and the toy industry in general.
This episode covers all the latest from our favourite licences and a few that have the team scratching their heads. What do we think to Haslab’s Reva Lightsaber project? How many retro prototype variants is too many retro prototype variants? And will anyone be ordering the £2k Lladro porcelain Vader?
Dive in to find out and hear more about the Star Wars Fan Zone at London Film & Comic Con and where Generation Skywalker fits in to three exciting days at Olympia.
Tuesday Jun 28, 2022
Tuesday Jun 28, 2022
Fresh from Star Wars Celebration Anaheim 2022, Craig sits with Stu, Mark and Jez to discuss our collective experiences of past Celebrations and highlights of the one just gone.
Themed around the latest output from Disney, vintage and modern collectibles, social events and swag – it's a jam-packed show that takes in the key live panels, The Mandalorian Experience exhibition, Collecting Track, the Generation Skywalker-sponsored Hop Wars craft beer event and all the action from the show floor and beyond.
What was the first post-pandemic Celebrations actually like? What new Star Wars playing cards do Theory 11 have up their sleeves? And what are everyone’s plans for London 2023?
Star Wars events don’t come any bigger. Post show round-ups don’t come any richer.
Sunday Jun 26, 2022
Sunday Jun 26, 2022
But it's his stand-out Palitoy collection that really deserves your attention.
Quality like this doesn’t come without a huge amount of discipline, patience and tenacity, so sit back and marvel at some great collecting tales and guided tour of some world-class carded action figures and a truly outstanding array of unused boxed ships and playsets.
Wednesday Jun 15, 2022
Wednesday Jun 15, 2022
Those Old Fossils is back after a bit of a break, with a renewed focus and exciting plans for future shows.
Join us to find out what Jez has in store with his new figure-focused section, then settle in for more collecting stories from the team, a round-up of recent highlights from three major auctions and a look at the Palitoy Facebook Group hashtag that's got everyone posting.
Plus, there’s an exciting announcement about the next event we’ll be attending, that you really won’t want to miss.
Tuesday May 31, 2022
Tuesday May 31, 2022
After spending 31 days looking at a whole variety of topics in relation to Attack of the Clones, the Generation Skywalker boys reassemble one last time for Anniversary month to discuss what they've learnt, what they've learnt to love and what they've learnt to tolerate.
Have their feelings for Attack of the Clones changed? You'll be surprised!
Enjoy the show.
Sunday May 29, 2022
Sunday May 29, 2022
The Committee is a new style show format from Generation Skywalker.
Each Committee Show will have a topic, a Top 10 countdown and the discussion that led to the order and what was included in that countdown to begin with.
In this pilot show, Craig, Jez and Stuart debate the most memorable moments from Attack of the Clones, with some very differing views.
The Top 10 highlights that the Generation Skywalker boys like their Star Wars dark.
Don't agree with the countdown? Head over to the We Are Generation Skywalker Facebook page and join in the debate.
Wednesday May 25, 2022
Wednesday May 25, 2022
Despite being the first theatrically released Star Wars movie not to have a dedicated toy line, Hasbro went all out for Attack of the Clones.
33/4 figures led with innovative action features and were loaded with accessories; the ships, vehicles and creatures were packed full of play value, and the Geonosis Arena playset was one of the best in the company’s history.
Launched at a time when background characters received as much love as the heroes, the team take a look at some of the hits and misses from Hasbro and beyond – starting with the very first sneak peak figures and bringing us right up to date with the latest announcements from Hot Toys.