
Star Wars Beyond the Films is a podcast dedicated to the discussion of all things Star Wars, as well as the Expanded Universe (Legends). The show features veteran hosts- Star Wars Report Founder; Mark Hurliman and Jim Lehane, of Talkin’ Tauntauns Podcast, and former Host Narhan P. Butler.
| Publishes | Monthly | Episodes | 353 | Founded | 14 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | TV & FilmFilm Reviews | |||

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Your Hosts: Mark Hurliman, and Jim Lehane have been members of the Fandom for multiple decades. Mark joined the podcasting world when he joined EUCast in the summer of 2... more
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Rogue Squadron is back and continues its plight of taking down the evil Galactic Empire one Imperial World at a time. This episode your hosts explore Rogue Squadron's fight against the Imperials stationed in the Outer Rim. Potential plot holes, and m... more
The hotshot X-Wing pilots of Rogue Squadron tackle the Galactic Evil of the Empire one Imperial World at a time. This episode your hosts explore the early years of Rogue Squadron, early Star Wars publishing, Droids, slave circuits, and more, on the n... more
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Hi u guys rule that’s all listen and still here in 2026 love that you guys are still putting out episodes just still has that old school feel of Star Wars to me even though sometimes you cover some Disney I’d love for you guys to go back and cover some OG classic comics or novels possibly even talk about some games love what you guys do
Really enjoy the show, your love of the lore and the no nonsense way yall conduct yourselves. Everything id expect from two adult nerds. I heart the show. Thank you story tellers!
Hi u guys rule that’s all
Love these guys. Perfect SW podcast for people who love the books, whether you have read them or not it’s highly entertaining
God I miss Nathan but love you and Jim and am looking forward to more insanely great content in the future! Star Wars beyond the gills is what got me into podcasts! Without u guys and other nerdoms I’d feel alone . Cheers dudes
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Focusing on all aspects of the expansive Star Wars universe, this podcast offers engaging discussions that cover both the current canon and the enriched lore of the Expanded Universe (Legends). Veteran hosts are known for their deep knowledge and passionate insights, often highlighting character development, narrative structures, and intricate connections within the stories. With a mix of personal anecdotes, humor, and critical analysis, the content not only appeals to seasoned fans but also invites new listeners to explore the universe alongside them, ensuring that both entertainment and education are key components of each episode.
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Star Wars Beyond the Films launched 14 years ago and published 353 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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