The Knights of Ren are possibly the most intimidating group of individuals to ever be incorporated into a major Star Wars film without ever really being explained or explored. Want to learn the story behind these 'ghouls'? Well dial your holocomm into this week's episode and find out everything you ever wanted to know about this group that was chaos incarnate in service to the shadow. Thank you to special guest Todd Hoffman of WSTR Galactic Public Access for joining me to lend his extensive Star...
Mar 18, 2020•1 hr 8 min
Perhaps one of the most striking and imposing characters to ever grace the Star Wars galaxy, Maul's appearance within the films was cut short and left many fans wanting more. Fortunately, Maul's story didn't end with his torso tumbling down that reactor shaft on Naboo. Step into the Jedi Temple Archives and find out the full story behind the Zabrak whose hatred for a single Jedi defied death itself! Part 1 of our story will give you all the backstory you need to be fully prepared for The Clone W...
Mar 11, 2020•51 min
The Jedi Temple Archives Podcast is honored to have special guest James McDonald from the University of Coruscant Podcast along this week to talk about his totally unique take on a Star Wars podcast and to brave the Jedi Trials. We then dive into a completely improv discussion with his alter-ego Dr. Sunny Ravencourt as he enters the Archives to explore the storied past of Jedi Temples both old and new. From ziggurats to decahedrons, we leave no crappy pyramid unturned! Special thanks to our list...
Mar 03, 2020•1 hr 1 min
Every choice made has led to this...so join us as we set the stage for the final season of The Clone Wars and talk about our biggest questions, hopes, and expectations for what is sure to be a stunning finale to this animated masterpiece. From the Siege of Mandalore to the fall of Anakin Skywalker and implementation of Order 66, it is sure to be a story that you don't want to miss! Streaming on Disney+ this Friday, February 21st. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/join/jtapodcast)...
Feb 19, 2020•48 min
This week, we continue our conversation with Ro and Alex from Scarif Podcast on fan service in Part II of our mega crossover event. If you have not yet listened to Part I of this episode, please visit Scarif Podcast to listen as we delve into how much fan service is too much and when it can actually add to our enjoyment of a film. From callbacks to earlier films and famous one-liners to resurrected characters from a time long, long ago, we cover it all... Support the show (https://www.patreon.co...
Feb 11, 2020•1 hr 19 min
Our transmission this week features a lone podcaster on the outer edges of the galaxy that has teamed up with Charles and Pat from the ConverSWations podcast to break down and review The Mandalorian: Season 1. From fledgling Mythrols hunting down the closest vac tube to the pop culture phenomenon that was The Child...we cover it all. Want to weigh in with YOUR favorite moments? Drop us a line on social media @JTAPodcast, an email, or leave us a voicemail at (201)746-5827 (JTAP) and we may play y...
Feb 05, 2020•1 hr 46 min
It's not easy living with a price on your head...especially when there are Mandalorians in the galaxy that will bring you in warm...or they'll bring you in cold. From their iconic armor and helms to the dazzling array of devices they have at their disposal to capture any prey...even Jedi...Mandalorians have long been revered in the galaxy as much as they were feared. Join us this week as we peel back the mystique of these cunning warriors, and the Star Wars fans of the Mandalorian Mercenaries th...
Jan 27, 2020•48 min
This week, we go behind the curtain to talk with one of the Senior Visual Effects Artists, Yoshi Vu, that helped to bring both The Mandalorian and The Rise of Skywalker to life. Join us to hear about his incredible journey from aspiring artist to one of the incredibly talented magicians that make the impossible possible and allow us to journey to that galaxy far, far away. We also discuss the latest HoloNet news and provide details on our January giveaway where you can win a Rise of the Resistan...
Jan 22, 2020•1 hr 1 min
You better buckle up baby because we're here to bring you the full rundown and review of The Rise of Skywalker. The stunning conclusion to the Skywalker Saga pulls together the strings from all 3 trilogies and leaves us wanting to know where Rey's story (along with that yellow-bladed saber-staff) goes from here! Rob also gives his first-hand review of Savi's Workshop and Mobu's Droid Depot at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge. Watch our social media for how you can win some cool swag from Star Wars: Rise...
Jan 16, 2020•2 hr 23 min
We break the seal on 2020 with the latest attraction at Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge as we join the Resistance and take up the fight against Kylo Ren and the First Order on Star Wars: Rise of the Resistance! Tune in as Rob, Tom, and special guest Casey Lucas from Lucas Family Travel break down all the details on what makes this attraction light-years ahead of its time! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/join/jtapodcast)
Jan 08, 2020•1 hr 26 min
Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to all our JTA followers. You are truly a part of our Council of First Knowledge! This week, we bring you the Christmas album that ANY Star Wars fan should have playing during the holiday season...Christmas In The Stars. Join Anthony Daniels and his counterpart, R2-D2 as they explore the meaning of Christmas and try to answer the greatest mystery of them all...What do you get a Wookiee for Christmas when he already has a comb!? Special thanks to our Patreon sup...
Dec 24, 2019•45 min
Get into the holiday spirit this week with Rob and Tom as they explore the Star Wars spectacle that is the nearly unwatchable Holiday Special. This made for TV special stands as the first, and last, Star Wars production to not have the direct oversight of George Lucas. We also review both the Jedi: Fallen Order and Vader Immortal games, both of which are stunning and deserve your attention! Not only are they awesome games, but their contributions to Star Wars canon serve to further flesh out som...
Dec 10, 2019•52 min
Before the Resistance, there was the Rebellion...and before that, a cobbled-together family of freedom-fighters known only as the Spectres. This week, I'm joined by Tony, Sparrow, and Stitch from the Disney Discussions Podcast as we break down why you NEED to watch Star Wars: Rebels to learn about why these individuals were crucial to the overthrow of the Galactic Empire and were one of the key seeds of the Rebel Alliance! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/join/jtapodcast)...
Nov 26, 2019•54 min
The HoloNet is abuzz this week with the long-awaited launch of Disney+ and, more importantly, The Mandalorian! Check out our interview with Dominic Pace, a blue-collar actor that got to live his Star Wars dream by being cast as a bounty hunter in this groundbreaking series. We also cover our visit to Grand Rapids Comic Con 2019 and offer details on our November giveaway featuring two autographed photos of Dominic's amazing new character! Special thanks to Lucas Family Travel (www.lucasfamilytrav...
Nov 12, 2019•42 min
This week we cross into enemy territory as we host special guest Todd Hoffman from WSTRmedia: Galactic Public Access ( podcast.wstrmedia.com/ ) and talk about the 501st Legion ( www.510st.com/ )...otherwise known as Vader's Fist. This Star Wars fan organization, founded back in 1997 by Albin Johnson, has long been known for two things: their high standards for screen-accurate uniforms and their unflagging work on behalf of the charities that they donate their time and efforts to. Join us as we l...
Nov 06, 2019•1 hr 1 min
With only two weeks until the long-awaited release of the Disney+ streaming service, Star Wars fans new and old will once again be gaining access to the ability to stream some truly awesome content. Not the least of these offerings is Star Wars: The Clone Wars. Spanning the period between Attack of the Clones and Revenge of the Sith, this animated series is a 'must watch' for any true Star Wars fan. Tune in to find out why we think you need to seriously consider giving this series a watch...and ...
Oct 30, 2019•45 min
We have intercepted an Imperial transmission of the final Rise of Skywalker trailer and are here to break down every frame to help YOU prepare for the end of the Skywalker Saga. Join Rob and Tom as they delve into two and a half minutes of some of the most gorgeous Star Wars imagery you've ever seen. Special thank you to our sponsor, Lucas Family Travel and our Patreon sponsors, especially Tony O. from the Disney Discussions Podcast. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/join/jtapodcast)...
Oct 23, 2019•1 hr 1 min
While our love of Star Wars has its roots in many facets of the saga, one of the undeniable assets this franchise has is its sense of humor...even in the darkest of times. Whether it's facing down the fearsome Darth Vader, the mysterious Kylo Ren, or a battalion of Stormtroopers; our heroes never missed the chance to unleash their wit along with a random blaster bolt or ten. Join us as we explore some of the funniest Star Wars moments the films have to offer! Special thanks to our sponsor, Lucas...
Oct 17, 2019•1 hr
The Jedi Temple Archives was the inspiration for our podcast, meant to introduce Star Wars fans new and old to the deeper mysteries of the Force (as well as current canon), and at its heart was Madam Jocasta Nu. Serving as the Chief Librarian of the Temple Archives at the time of the Jedi Purge, no other Jedi did as much as Jocasta Nu to preserve the knowledge of the Order for future generations to come and to deny it's greatest secrets to Darth Sidious. As Master Yoda once said, "A Jedi uses th...
Oct 08, 2019•54 min
This week we fight through a communications disruption to bring you everything you need to know about the Dark Side "Cave of Evil" on Dagobah where Luke confronted his fears and failed. Did you know that Yoda and even Kylo Ren faced this same test?! If not, this episode is for you! Our apologies for the audio on Rob's track this week. We were testing out a new recording solution and it clearly won't be our go-to for the future. Special thanks to our sponsor, Lucas Family Travel (lucasfamilytrave...
Oct 02, 2019•45 min
On this week's transmission, Rob and Tom are joined by special guest Marc Lorenzo to compare notes about their respective journeys to the amazing locale of Black Spire Outpost on the planet of Batuu...more commonly known as Galaxy's Edge. From our first impressions of the land to a detailed dive on all our experiences, join us and decide for yourself if a trip to Batuu is in YOUR future! Special thanks to our new sponsor Twin Suns Travel (www.twinsunstravel.com) and our Patreon patron Disney Dis...
Sep 25, 2019•1 hr 6 min
Before the Rise of the Resistance, there was the Rise of the Rebel Alliance. Join us this week as we explore the events that led to the formation of the Rebellion and the little known role that Anakin Skywalker himself played in the orchestration of the eventual downfall of Emperor Palpatine and the First Galactic Empire! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/join/jtapodcast)
Sep 17, 2019•50 min
From the well-traveled pathways of Return of the Jedi to the campy depths of Caravan of Courage: An Ewok Adventure or The Battle for Endor, we dive into the pint-sized, furry world of the Ewoks! Join us as we relive the highs and lows these lovable characters have brought us to in this week's transmission! Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/join/jtapodcast)
Sep 10, 2019•32 min
Join us as we reveal the story behind the best bounty hunter in the galaxy during the Clone Wars...Cad Bane. From his daring heist of a Holocron straight from the ultra-secure vault buried deep within the Jedi Temple Archives to his epic finale kidnapping Supreme Chancellor Palpatine, Cad Bane was a force to be reckoned with and a foe which even a seasoned Jedi need beware of. Special thanks to The Disney Discussions Podcast for being a Patreon supporter of the Jedi Temple Archives Podcast! If y...
Sep 05, 2019•1 hr 7 min
D23 Expo 2019, which may has well have been called Star Wars Celebration 2.0, is in the books and we are here to bring you all the latest news on all the amazing announcements affecting our favorite galaxy far, far away! From the latest trailers for The Mandalorian and Episode IX - The Rise of Skywalker to details on the new Star Wars Hotel, now officially named The Halcyon, coming to Walt Disney World...you can find it all right here. Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/join/jtapodcast)...
Aug 29, 2019•1 hr 35 min
This week, we begin our exploration into the Bounty Hunters within the Star Wars universe in anticipation of the upcoming Disney+ live action show 'The Mandalorian'. Join us as we discuss the group of bounty hunters hired by Darth Vader to track down Han Solo and Princess Leia within The Empire Strikes Back. We start with two of the most feared individuals in the galaxy: Boba Fett and IG-88... Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/join/jtapodcast)...
Aug 14, 2019•1 hr 11 min
Who are Rey's parents? Is she truly the daughter of "filthy junk traders" or does she instead hail from the might Skywalker bloodline? Join Rob and Tom as they spin their theories for their top picks and determine for yourself whether their speculation has any merit or is simply Bantha poodoo. You can also weigh in with your theories by contacting us at jtapodcast@gmail.com or on Twitter @JTAPodcast! THANK YOU TO OUR PATRONS! https://www.patreon.com/jtapodcast Tony O. - Disney Discussions Podcas...
Aug 08, 2019•1 hr 2 min
Join us as we delve into Emperor Palpatine's Inquisitorious and Purge Trooper death squads; intended to be his Jedi endgame. These fearsome acolytes of Darth Vader were deployed across the Galaxy to hunt down any Jedi who had escaped Order 66 and were attempting to live in hiding. Are YOU brave enough to face down these corrupted Jedi and live to tell the tale? Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/join/jtapodcast)
Jul 30, 2019•52 min
With our brief communications disruption caused by the recent Trade Federation blockade now resolved, we are back to bring you up to date on all the latest Star Wars news from San Diego Comic Con 2019. From the awesome and intimidating new Sith Troopers to the reveal on all the soon to be released comics, books, and television content...we've got you covered. We also want to hear YOUR thoughts and speculation on whether there is a link between our dearly departed Supreme Leader Snoke and the tea...
Jul 24, 2019•38 min
This week, we continue on our mission to examine the life of Ahsoka Tano and why she is such a critical character in the Star Wars universe with our special guest Brandon Boylan from the Clashing Sabers Podcast (clashingsabers.net). From the self-titled book Ahsoka to her role in Star Wars: Rebels, this beacon of the Light wields her dual white-bladed lightsabers on a mission to find her place in the galaxy and, by doing so, her true self. Join us as we discuss this incredible, Force-wielding wo...
Jul 16, 2019•1 hr 31 min
