ForceCast Network: Star Wars News and Commentary (All Shows)

On the eve of the triumphant return of Star Wars to theaters, listen as Jimmy Mac recounts his whirlwind weekend at Skywalker Ranch's Episode I media junket. Plus, a 104th Wolfpack reunion at Rancho Obi-Wan, and a special announcement from the ForceCast.

To many, it is is the Mecca of Star Wars. In addition to being the home base for George Lucas, the fabled grounds of Skywalker Ranch have played host to some of the most creative and talented players in the film and entertainment industries. And, of course, it's the place Star Wars built! In this special video report, join ForceCast host Jimmy Mac as he discovers Skywalker Ranch and it's many wonders while attending a mega Star Wars: Episode I 3D media event. Jimmy sits down with Skywalker Sound's Matthew Wood, CG supervisor of Star Wars: The Clone Wars Joel Aron, and ILM digital artist John Goodson. Throw in a little lightsaber training with Obi-Shawn and you get the ForceCast at Skywalker Ranch... proving once again our dedication to leaving no fan left behind!

Make a date with Jedi Journals this February as 'Jovial' Jay Shepard and Chris Wyman sit down to talk Sith with renowned author Daniel Wallace; get the scoop on the "Dawn of the Jedi" from comic creators John Ostrander and Jan Duursema; and premiere the Jedi Journals Spotlight segment. All that, plus information and the latest news on comics, books and magazines offered in the galaxy far, far away!

Laird and Ron are joined by Lito Velasco as they celebrate John William's 80th birthday and his iconic music!

Jimmy Mac reports live from Skywalker Ranch for Lucasfilm's weekend-long Episode I 3D junket. Listen as Jimmy details his journey to the Star Wars Mecca and the excitement building for the first 3D Star Wars film. Stay with the ForceCast over the coming days for more coverage of this event, including photo galleries, blog posts, and a special video podcast.

George Lucas opens up on Oprah, Wars vs Trek continues, and Duchess Satine actress Anna Graves joins us in the Cantina. Plus, listeners sound off on our analysis of the notorious G.L.'s retirement announcement from last week.

Star Wars artist Tom Hodges and Fangirl blogger Tricia Barr join us for our roundtable look at Deception and a bounty hunter's reunion featuring Boba, Bossk, and Bane!

It's a big year for Star Wars fans, but it sure is confusing keeping track of what there is going to be to collect in the new year. Worry not, because the ForceCast Collector's Edition is here to set the record straight and keep your wishlist organized! Steve Sansweet is back with his monthly column: what new and weird items have been going on the past month? Check out the "Tale of the Haunted Bike." All this, plus both Dan and James review The Vintage Collection's latest wave of action figures...all based on The Phantom Menace!

We're back with a special edition of the show with audio from the Red Tails Panel at NY Comic Con!

Clone Wars Supervising Director Dave Filoni joins us for the annual mid-season halftime show. Listen as Dave speaks candidly about what we've seen and what's yet to come on The Clone Wars this season and beyond. Plus, George Lucas announces his retirement and why he'd never make another Star Wars film, and we preview this Fall's hottest political issue: Barack Obama: Trekkie or Lucasian? All that and much more right here on your Weekly ForceCast.

Big Honkin' Steve and Eric Geller pull up seats at the roundtable for our analysis of the return of Deathwatch, Lux Bonteri, and more in A Friend In Need.

We're back for 2012 with author & Indy fan Barry Nugent, and Marvel's Ron Frenz, Disney/Indy crossovers, Indy 5 news & more of your great emails!

Daniel Logan saves a life, Rick McCallum reveals the Star Wars underworld, and Clone Wars writers Henry Gilory and Steve Melching join us in the Cantina for a chat about adapting a comic book for the small screen. Plus, Billy Dee and Hutch reunite, G.L. premieres Red Tails in Chicago, and much more.

Star Wars artist Spencer Brinkerhoff, III and Star Wars Insider Editor Jonathan Wilkins join us for our roundtable review of the final chapter in the Zygerrian Slaver arc, "Escape From Kadavo."

'Jovial' Jay Shepard and Chris Wyman ring in the New Year with all sorts of Star Wars literature talk featuring a few comic titles, a whole lot of books, listener feedback and more. Also, gather 'round the fire as Chris reports on some new, some old and some rare merchandise and Jay tells a tale of horror, suspense and ah...victory! It's all here on this first episode of Jedi Journals for 2012. Enjoy!