The best thing that ever happened, is about to happen again! Welcome to the second in our trilogy of Those Old Fossils specials, where we celebrate Palitoy and the Star Wars products they released between 1980 and 1982. Dan is back! Pete is back! Craig is back! And guest hosts Jon Aves and Dave Tree are back! As we move into the early eighties and …

Join Dan, Jez and Craig for a re-watch and in-depth spoiler-filled review of all eight episodes of Ahsoka. So much more than just a 'live action Rebels season 5', we explore the back story, the characters, this season's arc and all of the implications for Star Wars going forward. Cross referencing Rotten Tomatoes and IMDB ratings with our own socia…

Join Jez for this very special episode of Those Old Fossils (Vintage Star Wars Collecting), as he interviews Gaz Bond and Tony Kai from the Darkside Alliance – one of the most successful Facebook pages dedicated to selling vintage Star Wars toys and figures. Jez quizzes Gaz and Tony on how the Darkside Alliance came to be and how they constantly se…

Welcome to the first of a planned trilogy of Those Old Fossils specials, where we celebrate Palitoy and the Star Wars products they released in 1978 and 1979. Join Dan and Pete, along with guest hosts Jon Aves and Dave Tree as we step back in time to the late 1970’s, for a Death Star-sized slice of nostalgia, UK style. Dave sets the scene and helps…

What happens when four vintage art fans decide to pool their resources to bid for 29 pieces of original Star Wars artwork in a high profile auction? Craig and Kimberley are joined by Will and Robin Arnold – not only to discuss Propstore, art collector William Plumb and artist Ken Barr – but to sit and review each piece ‘in person’ for the first tim…

This Christmas, Farthest From is all set to be the best yet. Why? Well, give this a listen and get the lowdown from Mr All The Cool Stuff himself, Dave Tree. As one of the longest-standing Star Wars shows in the UK, it's only fitting that events like this take a lightspeed jump every once in a while, and what better time to introduce some exciting …

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?…

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 collaborat…

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…

'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…

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 w…

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 vintag…

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…

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 …

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…

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 …

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. …

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 Mo…

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 t…

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 moder…

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 …

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…

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 Colum…

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 heel…

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,…

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-tim…

The Committee has reconvened to decide the Top 10 toys that Kenner should have made between 1977 and 1979. Listen in as Stu, Craig, Jez and guests Marc Hockley and Peter Lee debate their choices. Will anyone big up Biggs? Does Porkins squeeze into the rankings? Who on the team will toast Uncle and Owen and Beru ? Enjoy the discussion then watch the…

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…

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.…

It’s time to hang out, chat modern Star Wars, and let Stu, Dan and Craig be your guides through all the hottest news and announcements from Hasbro, Hot Toys, Lego, Regal Robot, Gentle Giant and many more. We discuss the latest developments at Hasbro Pulse and what that might mean to independent retailers, catch up with the highlights from D23 and H…

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 reje…

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 j…

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 th…

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 Soldi…

This is the yard sale find of dreams. Join Jez as he interviews lifelong fan and collector Paul Jason who has recently managed to get himself an incredible find of vintage Star Wars. Paul’s find gives everyone ‘A New Hope’ that the vintage we crave is still out there to be found. (Also available as an enhanced podcast on the Generation Skywalker Yo…

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 …

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…

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. Thi…

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 Mandalor…

Generation Skywalker is all about passion, and fans and collectors don’t come more driven than our latest guest – Jon Aves. In this interview, Jon takes us through some of his memorable Star Wars experiences, from trekking across the desert visiting the film sets of Tunisia, to meeting cast and crew to collect autographs on a very special quad post…

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 hashta…

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! Enjo…

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 …

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 c…

We’ve looked at ‘art’, we’ve listened to ‘sound’, and now, as we move towards the end of our special Attack of the Clones month, we are turning our attention to another standout element of the movie – 'costumes'. Stu, Craig and Dan explore the work of Trisha Biggar and Ian McCaig and their teams, as they appraise a number of key looks from both an …

George Lucas and Skywalker Sound live by the rule ‘sound is half the picture’. Join us as we look, well… listen to the wonderful work of Ben Burtt, Matt Wood and the masters at Skywalker Sound for a show that takes you deep into the incredible sounds of the Attack of the Clones. Discover how dolphins, vintage aircraft and mating penguins all played…

Star Wars : Episode II : Attack of the Clones premiered 20 years ago today. We have been celebrating all month, but as an extra special treat we've curated and assembled a collection of behind the scenes clips, archive news and TV footage into one mega tribute to a chapter in the Skywalker story that has sat too long in the shadow of more revered m…

In 1977 a Star Destroyer flew over our heads and the Hildebrandt brothers turned in an mesmerising poster to promote a new space fantasy movie. Star Wars has continued to push the limits of visual artistry on and off screen ever since. And Attack of the Clones was no exception. Stu, Jez and Craig go deep on this one, as they explore the marketing c…

Episode II? A missed opportunity to be brilliant? Not for Prequel and Attack of the Clones superfan Matthew Schoenfelder. Matthew joins Stuart to discuss why this film works for him and why he feels the need to defend the prequels on social media at every given opportunity. It's a refreshing discussion with a fan who sees the positives in ALL Star …

Join Stu, Jez, Craig and Dan for a big watch-along as we start to get into our special month of Attack of the Clones shows. As longtime fans who are heavily invested in Star Wars, what exactly does everyone think to this film? Which bits work and which bits don’t? And what tidbits of info have stayed lodged in our brains all these years? Consider t…