As the Yuuzhan Vong's crusade against the known galaxy wages on, so does our coverage of the New Jedi Order series! In this episode we'll be discussing James Luceno's first forray into full-length Star Wars books with the Agents of Chaos Duology. Some of the heavier-hitting entries in the series thematically, we'll be tackling topics such as grief, coping, refugees, and of course the revenge tour of a classic EU superweapon. It's bound to be a blast!
Mar 27, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 150
2024 is the 25th anniversary of Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace! To celebrate, Lucasfilm is rereleasing the beloved film in theaters for Star Wars day on May 4th. With that in mind, we're ranking the definitive tier list of the best (and the worst) of the gargantuans of merchandise released in 1999—from the Pepsi machine to the Jar Jar tongue candy and action figures galore.
Mar 14, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 149
Our journey into the New Jedi Order continues this week as we discuss Michael A. Stackpole's Dark Tide Duology. Comprised of Dark Tide: Onslaught and Dark Tide: Ruin, books 2 and 3 of the NJO explores heartwarming Jedi duos, attempting diplomacy with alien invaders hell-bent on conquest and torture, a revamped Rogue Squadron featuring fan-favorite Gavin Darklighter and young gun Jaina Solo, and of course Youtini mascot CORRAN HORN!
Feb 29, 2024•57 min•Ep. 148
Today we're doing our monthly collection update, an absolute Gozanti-class cruiser full of juicy Legends news including a new wave of ELCs, a new omnibus announcement, epic collections, Yuuzhan Vong synergy, and a special project from friend of the show John Jackson Miller! Plus we play a stupid game rooted in some lore from The Force Unleashed.
Feb 15, 2024•57 min•Ep. 147
The time has come! We're taking on the monumental undertaking of the 19-book New Jedi Order series. In this episode we're discussing 1999's Vector Prime, R.A. Salvatore's controversial and groundbreaking novel that began the series with a BANG!
Feb 01, 2024•59 min•Ep. 146
The time has come. At long last, the Legends Lookback crew is beginning their year-long deep-dive into the New Jedi Order. In this introductory episode, they talk about what you need to know in order to begin the NJO, talk about the real-world backstory that went into this 19-book-series, plus a little speculation about the (possibly) forthcoming NJO movie.
Jan 18, 2024•59 min•Ep. 145
2023 has been a great year for our crew, with lots of Legends books and lots of laughs. For our year-in-review episode, we look back at the greatest hits of our year in Star Wars books. Find out what made the top of the list and let us know—what was your favorite Legends book you read this year? Help our friend Eddie rebuild his EU collection! https://gofund.me/6330e2cf...
Jan 04, 2024•46 min•Ep. 144
Our buddy Trevor Davey from the Star Wars Archives joins us with a sleigh full of Star Wars surprises—short stories, in-universe gems, and one-shot comics that he's chomping at the bit to hang by the chimney with care! Community note: All past episodes of Legends Lookback will be moving to a new YouTube channel, the Youtini Vault. We'll update you as to the status of future livestreams and where to find those. No change for audio listeners. Thanks for your support, everyone! Help our friend Eddi...
Dec 27, 2023•53 min
It's the holiday season and we're feeling festive! In this episode we're putting together the ultimate holiday gift guide for characters within the Star Wars Legends universe—with plenty of hot chocolate for everyone! Put on your freshest Life Day robes, light the pine-scented candles, and join us as we spread merry cheer to the galaxy far, far away. ▶Masters and Apprentices: A Reading Collection | https://tinyurl.com/2766uu54 ▶Best Books & Comics to Read After Watching Obi-Wan Kenobi | http...
Dec 07, 2023•41 min•Ep. 143
After his swashbuckling adventures as a Corsec officer, giving love advice to hotshot pilots, liberating Coruscant with Rogue Squadron, being strapped naked to a chair by Ysanne Isard, rubbing his grandfather's medallion, staging a prison break from a Star Destroyer, and discovering his Jedi heritage, the adventures are far from over for Corran Horn. In Michael Stackpole's first-person Corran Horn adventure, Corran trains in Luke Skywalker's Jedi Academy, attempts to rescue his wife, plays under...
Nov 30, 2023•57 min•Ep. 142
Join Jared, Rick, and Freddy as we celebrate the Thanksgiving Season as we catch up on writing our thank you notes, legends style. ▶Masters and Apprentices: A Reading Collection | https://tinyurl.com/2766uu54 ▶Best Books & Comics to Read After Watching Obi-Wan Kenobi | https://tinyurl.com/yc4ykjtn ▶The Youtini Book Review System | https://tinyurl.com/2p857edd ▶New Book & Comic Releases on Youtini.com | https://tinyurl.com/4bnhp8du ▶Complete Star Wars Timeline | https://tinyurl.com/yznkb8...
Nov 23, 2023•46 min•Ep. 141
Tonight on the show we’ll take a look at recent and upcoming Legends releases, discuss the Black Series 4-pack with figures from The Last Command, talk about how Rick is the undisputed champion of costuming, and play an epically stupid game only we could come up with! ▶Masters and Apprentices: A Reading Collection | https://tinyurl.com/2766uu54 ▶Best Books & Comics to Read After Watching Obi-Wan Kenobi | https://tinyurl.com/yc4ykjtn ▶The Youtini Book Review System | https://tinyurl.com/2p857...
Nov 09, 2023•47 min•Ep. 140
Join Jared, Freddy C, and Rick as we explore all things Star Wars Legends! From books to video games and 90’s nostalgia, this is the place to discuss what we love most about the good ole’ days. Join us live in the chat or discuss your favorites in our Discord server with other Legends fans! In this episode, we are discussing Timothy Zahn's doorstopper Legends novel that brought the Bantam Era to its close, Vision of the Future! Gofundme for our friend Katherine Winchell | https://gofund.me/50142...
Oct 26, 2023•54 min•Ep. 139
In light of the new Disney+ series, Ahsoka, we're talking all about Thrawn's history in Star Wars Legends. And we settle the issue once and for all—is Grand Admiral Thrawn the most important character to ever emerge from the pages of the Expanded Universe? ▶Masters and Apprentices: A Reading Collection | https://tinyurl.com/2766uu54 ▶Best Books & Comics to Read After Watching Obi-Wan Kenobi | https://tinyurl.com/yc4ykjtn ▶The Youtini Book Review System | https://tinyurl.com/2p857edd ▶New Boo...
Oct 19, 2023•41 min•Ep. 138
We continue our coverage of Legends Con with another all-star interivew for you all! This time we talk with former editor and executive at Dark Horse Comics, Randy Stradley. Not only was he one of the primary architects of the Expanded Universe, he wrote on many of our favorite comics of all time, including Crimson Empire and Dark Times. We chat with him about helming a comics empire, what makes fans love Crimson Empire, and even some behind-the-scenes in the creation of the New Jedi Order! Watc...
Oct 10, 2023•15 min
Interviewing the great Matthew Stover was an absolute dream come true. . . or was it all a dream the whole time? Stover has a way of completely challenging what you thought you knew and sending you into an existential spiral. He does exactly that in this interview. From working with George Lucas to the origin of the dragon metaphor in Revenge of the Sith, he absolutely unloads larger-than-life insights on us in this one! Recorded at Legends Con on September 8th, 2023. Check out his books! Reveng...
Sep 26, 2023•29 min
We're tackling the ever-controversial topic: GRAY JEDI! Is it even possible? Who makes the roster of the great Gray Jedi in Legends? What exactly constitutes a Gray Jedi? Should we have ever even talked about this in the first place? ▶Masters and Apprentices: A Reading Collection | https://tinyurl.com/2766uu54 ▶Best Books & Comics to Read After Watching Obi-Wan Kenobi | https://tinyurl.com/yc4ykjtn ▶The Youtini Book Review System | https://tinyurl.com/2p857edd ▶New Book & Comic Releases ...
Sep 25, 2023•47 min•Ep. 137
In this episode Jared gives a brief recap of Legends Con, then we dive deep into the first book of Timothy Zahn's Hand of Thrawn Duology — Specter of the Past! Get your copy here! Prefer audiobooks? Here's a free trial on us. Your guide to Timothy Zahn's Star Wars books
Sep 19, 2023•50 min•Ep. 136
Another one! Here's our interview with Corinna Bechko, writer on Legacy II from Dark Horse Comics, starring Ania Solo! Get your copy of Corinna's comics here! Recorded at Legends Con on September 8th.
Sep 16, 2023•14 min
We had the opportunity to attend the inaugural Legends Con in Burbank, CA on September 9th, where we had the tremendous opportunity to interview several incredible Legends creators! This is the first of those interviews, with Michael A. Stackpole, the author of several novels in the X-Wing series; I, Jedi; two books in the New Jedi Order; and many comics and short stories as well. Get your copy of X-Wing: Rogue Squadron!
Sep 13, 2023•30 min
Join Jared, Freddy C, Rick, as we explore all things Star Wars Legends! Tonight special guest and Youtini CEO, Corey Helton joins us to discuss the 20th Anniversary of Knights of the Old Republic! From books to video games and 90’s nostalgia, this is the place to discuss what we love most about the good ole’ days. ▶Masters and Apprentices: A Reading Collection | https://tinyurl.com/2766uu54 ▶Best Books & Comics to Read After Watching Obi-Wan Kenobi | https://tinyurl.com/yc4ykjtn ▶The Youtini...
Sep 11, 2023•55 min•Ep. 135
The Legends Lookback crew returns after a pause over the summer! Let's talk Legends, it's been a minute!
Sep 11, 2023•48 min•Ep. 133
Join the Legends Lookback crew as they talk about the legendary Ahsoka Tano! From her humble beginnings as Anakin Skywalker's Padawan to her transformation into a fierce and independent warrior, Ahsoka has left an indelible mark on the galaxy far, far away. ▶Masters and Apprentices: A Reading Collection | https://tinyurl.com/2766uu54 ▶Best Books & Comics to Read After Watching Obi-Wan Kenobi | https://tinyurl.com/yc4ykjtn ▶The Youtini Book Review System | https://tinyurl.com/2p857edd ▶New Bo...
Aug 31, 2023•47 min•Ep. 134
Happy 20th anniversary Freddy's favorite video game of all time—Star Wars Galaxies! We're joined by author of Star Wars: Battles that Changed the Galaxy and The History and Politics of Star Wars — Chris Kempshall to talk about why this game left such a tremendous impact on players and is remembered so fondly after all these years. And Chris was kind enough to share this promo code to get 25% off his book! Enjoy! Use code HPSWCK on https://www.routledge.com/The-History-and-Politics-of-Star-Wars-D...
Jul 25, 2023•1 hr 1 min
Just as Naga Sadow delayed pursuing the Lost Tribe, we have postponed our discussion of John Jackson Miller's "Lost Tribe of the Sith." But, as sure as the Sith will conquer the galaxy, we will discuss it tonight! From the purple aliens to the dragons, cut-throat politics to the rock-obsessed moms, there's something here for everyone! Hold tight to your seats (and your politics) and prepare to have your world rocked! ▶Masters and Apprentices: A Reading Collection | https://tinyurl.com/2766uu54 ▶...
Jun 08, 2023•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 132
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Jun 01, 2023•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 131
Which Legends book would you take on vacation, and why is it Truce at Bakura?? We are debating the best old school Star Wars beach reads! ▶Masters and Apprentices: A Reading Collection | https://tinyurl.com/2766uu54 ▶Best Books & Comics to Read After Watching Obi-Wan Kenobi | https://tinyurl.com/yc4ykjtn ▶The Youtini Book Review System | https://tinyurl.com/2p857edd ▶New Book & Comic Releases on Youtini.com | https://tinyurl.com/4bnhp8du ▶Complete Star Wars Timeline | https://tinyurl.com...
May 25, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 130
Join Jared, Freddy C, Rick, and Emily as we explore all things Star Wars Legends! From books to video games and 90’s nostalgia, this is the place to discuss what we love most about the good ole’ days. Join us live in the chat or discuss your favorites in our Discord server with other Legends fans! In this episode, we are discussing the Crimson Empire Saga! ▶Masters and Apprentices: A Reading Collection | https://tinyurl.com/2766uu54 ▶Best Books & Comics to Read After Watching Obi-Wan Kenobi ...
May 18, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Ep. 129
Join Jared, Freddy C, Rick, and Emily as we explore all things Star Wars Legends! From books to video games and 90’s nostalgia, this is the place to discuss what we love most about the good ole’ days. Join us live in the chat or discuss your favorites in our Discord server with other Legends fans! In this episode, we are discussing the NEWS, legends style with a Star Wars emoji guessing game!
May 04, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Ep. 128
Join us for part 2 of the Tales of the Jedi comic roundtable! In this episode, we are discussing: Golden Age of the Sith, Fall of the Sith Empire, and everyone's favorite: REDEMPTION!!! Are you team Ludo Kresh or Naga Sadow? Did you see the ending coming? ▶Masters and Apprentices: A Reading Collection | https://tinyurl.com/2766uu54 ▶Best Books & Comics to Read After Watching Obi-Wan Kenobi | https://tinyurl.com/yc4ykjtn ▶The Youtini Book Review System | https://tinyurl.com/2p857edd ▶New Book...
Apr 27, 2023•1 hr 25 min•Ep. 127
