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Star Wars Beyond the Films

Star Wars Beyond the Films
Star Wars
Expanded Universe
Dark Forces
Kyle Katarn
Rogue Squadron
Luke Skywalker
Wedge Antilles
Legends
Star Wars Expanded Universe
William C. Dietz
Star Wars Dark Forces: Jedi Knight
Rebel Opposition
Michael Stackpole
Sith
The Mandalorian
Jedi Vs. Sith
Darth Bane
Rule Of Two
Darth Bane Trilogy
Rebels

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.

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Welcome to Star Wars Podcast Day 2026!

Welcome to Star Wars Beyond the Films!

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

Hidden somewhere on the desert world of Tatooine is a cache of Imperial hardware and weapons with enough firepower to rule the planet, or even the sector! Wedge Antilles must see to it that Rogue Squadron finds it first! All the while other powers ar... more

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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Abel G. Peña
Author known for his contributions to Star Wars literature and role playing games
Episode: Abel G. Peña: Star Wars Podcast Day 2025: SWBTF #279

Hosts

Mark Hurliman
Defender of the EU, champion of the multiverse, bipolar Star Wars fan. Co-host of the podcast and also affiliated with Star Wars Report.
Jim Lehane
Co-host and a Wookie-sized Star Wars fan, doctor of timelines.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 211 ratings
  • A Jedi named Steve

    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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    steve cape cod
    United States22 days ago
  • Wonderfully Delightful

    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!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    oinicknayme
    United States3 months ago
  • A Jedi named Steve

    Hi u guys rule that’s all

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    steve ok cape cod
    United States2 years ago
  • Trend Setting Podcast

    Love these guys. Perfect SW podcast for people who love the books, whether you have read them or not it’s highly entertaining

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    michael from sydney
    Australia2 years ago
  • A Jedi named Steve

    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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    steve ok cape cod
    United States4 years ago

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The energetic and humorous dynamic between the hosts is frequently highlighted as a favorite aspect of the podcast.
A small subset of listeners has expressed displeasure with political commentary in the discussions, leading to mixed feelings about the overall content.
Listeners appreciate the hosts' deep knowledge and passionate discussions on Star Wars lore.
Many praise the engaging and educational nature of the content, with insightful analyses of character development and storytelling.
Fans of the Expanded Universe (Legends) particularly enjoy the insights and nostalgia the hosts bring to the table.

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Abel G. Peña: Star Wars Podcast Day 2025: SWBTF #279
Q: So Abel, how did you get involved with the publishing side of Star Wars?
I did the Emperor's Pawns for Star Wars Gamer number five, and that was my first official published fiction contributing to the universe.

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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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