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Legends Lookback
by Youtini Podcast Network
Welcome to Legends Lookback, your go-to podcast for all things Star Wars Legends. Join Jared, Freddy, Emily, and Rick as they take a deep dive into the extensive backlog that originally expanded the Star Wars universe. From roundtables on the books you remember from your childhood to obscure stories and characters you may have never heard of, this show will always leave you with another book to (re)read. In addition to book roundtables, we focus on all things collectibles—from Funkos to Black Series figures and everything in between. We’ll keep you up to date with all of the Legends news with rereleases of all the books, comics, video games, and more. Brought to you by Youtini, the premier site for all things Star Wars books and comics.
Episodes
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Wraith Squadron Roundtable
The Wraiths have arrived! In this episode we discuss Aaron Allston’s Wraith Squadron, the story of Wedge Antilles assembling a squadron of damaged, dangerous, and deeply weird misfits for the New Republic’s most unconventional missions. We talk characters, covert operations, Allston’s unique…
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All Wings Report In!
We're back from our summer break and ready to usher in a new season of Star Wars Legends content! This week we catch up on the news, acquisitions, life changes, and put our EU knowledge to the test—but the results were NOT what we expected. . .
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Legends Lookback LIVE from Youtinicon
The Youtini team gathered for a company retreat in Charolette, North Carolina where we had the awesome opportunity to reflect on where we’ve been, plan for the future, and celebrate the galaxy we all know and love. In this special episode, Jared is joined by a menagerie of characters from the...
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The Old Republic: Deceived Roundtable
A desperate smuggler. A Jedi on the edge. A Sith who thinks peace is the real enemy. This week we’re diving into Star Wars: The Old Republic: Deceived and breaking down the choices, chaos, and consequences behind Zeerid Korr, Aryn Leneer, and Darth Malgus. JOIN OUR COMMUNITY ▶ Website...
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May the Fourth Spectacular
May the Fourth be with you! In this special Star Wars Day episode, the Legends Lookback crew kicks off our Legends Hall of Fame: Mount Rushmore Edition, where we celebrate the very best (and most chaotic) characters from across the Expanded Universe. From legendary Jedi and Sith to underrated...
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Therapy Time with Rick - Ep. 192
This week, we’re taking a break from book roundtables for a chaotic deep dive into the emotional baggage of a galaxy far, far away. In “Therapy Time with Rick,” we put iconic Legends characters like Mara Jade, Jacen Solo, and Darth Revan on the couch to unpack their trauma, questionable coping...
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Maul: Lockdown Roundtable - Ep 191
This week we’re diving into Maul: Lockdown—a brutal, high-octane story that drops Darth Maul into a gladiator prison where survival is optional and chaos is guaranteed. As Maul goes undercover to track down a deadly superweapon for Darth Sidious, he battles through inmates, crime lords like Jabba...
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Darth Nihilus Deep Dive - Ep. 190
This week on Legends Lookback, we dive into one of the most mysterious and terrifying Sith Lords in Star Wars Legends: Darth Nihilus. Introduced in Knights of the Old Republic II, Nihilus isn’t just another dark side villain—he’s a wound in the Force itself, driven by an endless hunger that can...
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Dark Lord: The Rise of Darth Vader Roundtable - Ep 189
In this episode, we dive into Dark Lord: The Rise of Darth Vader by James Luceno and explore the brutal, emotional aftermath of Order 66. We follow Vader’s first uneasy steps as the Emperor’s enforcer — wrestling with his new armor, his shattered identity, and a galaxy that still remembers Anakin...
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Season of the Sith - Ep 188
It’s getting dark in here, so tune into this episode of Legends Lookback! We’re introducing a new season of Sith-related content. In this episode we’ll be discussing and debating why books about Sith Lords are so great and selecting books to cover on upcoming roundtable episodes.
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The Biggest Plot Twist in Star Wars History? (KOTOR Finale) - Ep 187
In this episode we dive into the second half of Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, from the galaxy-spanning hunt for the Star Maps to the dark halls of the Sith Academy on Korriban. Along the way, we unpack one of the greatest plot twists in sci-fi history—the reveal of Darth Revan—and…
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Looking Back and Looking Ahead - Ep 186
We’re wrapping up the year, looking back at the good times, and dreaming of what’s ahead. So before you put away your stockings, put on your red Wookiee Life Day robes one last time for the season, and mix some egg nog into your blue bilk as we celebrate the holiday with Star Wars Legends and…
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Crew of the Ebon Hawk: KOTOR Character Breakdown - Ep 185
Our KOTOR coverage continues! Hop on board the Ebon Hawk with us as we do a character deep-dive on the illustrious crew of diverse companions that accompany you throughout the game. We’re talking Juhani, Jolee, Bastila, and more. Who’s your favorite? Did you kill Juhani? Let us know in the Discord.
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The Making of the New Jedi Order (Legacy Expo)
One of the best things about the Star Wars Legends community is the wonderful network of like-minded fans who all share our love of these fantastic stories and characters. We connected with one such new friend of ours is Kyle (Xezene), the creator of a tremendous undertaking—detailed, a…
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Revan and Malak: The Fall of the Heroes - Ep 184
In this episode we explore the lore of Revan and Malak, their triumphs, their falls to the dark side, and their brutal breakup with galaxy-spanning consequences. We'll explore the brilliant tactical minds of Revan and Malak and their sudden, shocking fall to the dark side. We cover their...
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Barbara Hambly Interview (Legacy Expo)
At Legacy Expo we had the unbelievable opportunity to talk with one of the early architects of the Expanded Universe—Barbara Hambly! We reflected on her experiences writing Children of the Jedi, Planet of Twilight, as well as short stories in Tales from the Mos Eisley Cantina and Tales from…
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Christian Gossett Interview (Legacy Expo)
You’re going to love getting to know Freddy’s new best friend, Christian Gossett. Artist on Tales of the Jedi and creator of the double-bladed lightsaber, Christian helped shape a beloved era of Star Wars back in the 90s. We became fast friends and learned so much from his mindset, approach, work...
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Matthew Stover Interview (Legacy Expo)
Another great interview with an absolute legend of a Star Wars Legends author is headed your way! In this interview we talk with Matthew Stover about the making of the Revenge of the Sith novelization, the behind-the-scenes of the new Deluxe Edition, what goes into writing psychological...
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Taris - Ep 183
Our suitcases are unpacked, swag is everywhere, and so are the memories. In this episode we will continue our Knights of the Old Republic deep dive with the planet we all love to hate—Taris. We’ll talk about the gangs, the dueling ring, the Rancor, and of course the Rakghouls. But first, a…
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James Luceno Interview (Legacy Expo)
Have you ever heard the legend of James Luceno the wise? Now you can hear from this brilliant author directly from the source because Jared and Freddy sat down with him for a phenomenal chat at Legacy Expo. He is the author of great Star Wars books like Darth Plagueis, Cloak of Deception, Dark...
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Live from Legacy Expo - Ep 182
Recorded in front of a live, in-person audience, Jared and Freddy recorded this episode on September 14th at Legacy Expo in Burbank, California. This special episode is a philosophical exploration into what makes the dark side so seductive by analyzing the journeys of specific Legends characters...
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Sean Stewart Interview (Legacy Expo)
Freddy and Jared had the special opportunity to attend Legacy Expo in Burbank, California on September 13th & 14th in which they got to sit down with some spectacular special guests to talk all about the EU. Sean Stewart, author of the fan-favorite book, Yoda: Dark Rendezvous, gave us some...
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Intro to Knights of the Old Republic - Ep 181
Buckle up, meatbags. In this episode we are kicking off our new season all about the beloved 2003 game of the year from Bioware and Lucasarts — Knights of the Old Republic. In this episode we talk about our expectations of the game, a general overview of what it is, how to play it in 2025, and...
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Dark Side Destinations - Ep 180
Buckle up, Padawans, because this isn't your average galactic sightseeing tour. We're trading in the sun-drenched surface of Tatooine and the bustling markets of Mos Eisley for a pilgrimage to the darkest, most twisted corners of a galaxy far, far away. This is the Ultimate Dark Side Road Trip, a...
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New Jedi Order Retrospective - Ep. 179
Now that we’ve finished our 19-book excursion through the Yuuzhan Vong Wars, it’s time for a grand retrospective look at the New Jedi Order as a whole. We’re breaking down the highs and the lows, the tremendous amount of Vong lore, and the standout character moments.
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The Unifying Force Roundtable - Ep 178
WE DID IT! In this episode, we dive into Star Wars: The New Jedi Order – The Unifying Force, exploring how the final battle for Coruscant and the galaxy’s bold strategy bring the Yuuzhan Vong War to its dramatic close. As always, we tackle big plot questions—like the role of Zonama Sekot and the...
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Summer Reading Bucket List - Ep 177
Summer is upon us! That means many of us have extra time where we're taking road trips, sitting by the pool, or taking time off work. In between the ice cream and wrangling the kiddos who are home from school, we're trying to squeeze a few books in here and there. So we thought it would be fun to...
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The Final Prophecy Roundtable - Ep. 176
In this episode, we dive deep into The Final Prophecy, the penultimate novel in the New Jedi Order series. From living planets and false prophecies to space cults and surprise character arcs, we unpack the wild plot twists, the deeper themes of identity and belief, and the slow redemption—or…
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Mon Mothma in Legends - Ep. 175
With the recent release of Season 2 of the acclaimed live action Star Wars series, Andor, on Disney + has come a spotlight on one of the architects of the Rebellion, Mon Mothma. Portrayed in the series by Genevieve O’Reilly, reprising the role after her appearance in Rogue One after being CUT…
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Force Heretic Trilogy Roundtable - Ep. 174
In this episode, we dive into the heart of Force Heretic, exploring the galaxy-spanning quest to find Zonama Sekot and the character-driven moments that make the journey unforgettable. We unpack the emotional growth of characters like Tahiri, Jacen, and Saba, while also laughing at Nom Anor's...
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Celebration 2025 Recap (Legends Edition) - Ep 173
Although the jetlag has left him scarred and deformed, Freddy C is BACK from Star Wars Celebration in Tokyo, Japan. He’s here to tell us all about his experience and be our tour guide to all the Legends-related info that came out of the convention. We’ll speculate about Starfighter, the Legends...
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20th Anniversary of Revenge of the Sith - Ep 172
Crank up your time machines as we blast back to 2005 as we revisit Revenge of the Sith for its 20th anniversary. We're joined by Youtini writer Gea Haff for a mythological breakdown of this beloved film. We talk about our experiences of first seeing the film, the joy of returning to the theater…
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Legends Expo Preview with Katherine and Corinthia - Ep 171
We're gearing up for a fantastic fan convention—Legends Expo! Joining us are two of the event's organizers, Katherine and Corinthia. They're here to tell us all about this event and why Legends fans should attend. We not only talk about the convention, our love for the Star Wars EU, but cosplay,...
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Mara Jade - Ep 170
With the recent release of her Disney Legacy saber, we're dedicating this show to none other than George Lucas's favorite female Jedi—Mara Jade. We talk about what makes such an iconic and beloved character, discuss possibilities of reintroducing her to Canon, and highlight our favorite moments…
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Legends Jedi You've Never Heard Of - Ep 169
A brand-new, highly-anticipated Star Wars comic is releasing—Jedi Knights #1 written by Marc Gugenheim with art from Madibek Musabekov. Featuring an ensemble cast of Jedi set before the Phantom Menace, it’s a love letter to lightsabers and the Prequel-era Jedi like we haven’t seen before in…
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Destiny's Way Roundtable - Ep 168
Our conquest of the New Jedi Order series marches on with another of the hardcover flagship titles, Destiny's Way. A major turning point of the series, Destiny's Way has us debating some philosophical conundrums ranging from Jedi involvement in politics, genocide, to the nature of the Force…
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20 Years of Revenge of the Sith - Ep 167
2025 marks 20 years since the Skywalker Saga as we knew it concluded with the release of Episode III: Revenge of the Sith, and we’re here to look back at a more civilized age. We're talking about our memories of the movie, how it impacted the Expanded Universe, as well as the merch that had us...
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Revan - Ep 166
This week Jared and Freddy do a character deep dive on one of the most complex and iconic characters in all of Legends - Darth Revan! We chat about the lightsabers, the lore, and the LEGOs of the Jedi-turned-Sith-turned-Jedi with the legendary helmet.
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Countdown to Chaos - Ep 165
We're ringing in the new year with all the Star Wars Legends updates you'll need for January 2025. Plus we play a countdown-style game in which our hosts list as many items per Legendary category as they can. Let's kick off another great year with all the old-school Star Wars you know and love!
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Traitor Roundtable - Ep 164
The time has come. We've endured the Embrace of Pain, befriended the World Brain, surrounded ourselves with amphistaffs, and we're finally ready to tackle one of the most talked-about Star Wars books of all-time: Traitor, by Matthew Stover. Prepare yourself for an existential crisis and a fierce...
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Hot Takes and Hot Cocoa - Ep 163
Tis the season to cozy up around the fire with Legends Lookback! We'll help you build your Star Wars holiday shopping list, followed by the segment requested by you the fans—our hottest of takes that will keep your hot chocolate warm all season long.
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Enemy Lines Duology Roundtable - Ep 162
Roundtable time! This go-round we're covering yet another pair of titles from the New Jedi Order—the Enemy Lines Duology by the late great Aaron Allston. Enemy Lines: Rebel Dream and Rebel Stand are the X-Wing/New Jedi Order crossover books we've all been waiting for. Listen in to find out what…
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Legendstoberfest - Legends Lookback Ep. 161
October is upon us and with it comes an influx of Star Wars EU news! In this episode we discuss Star Wars Legends rereleases, forthcoming action figures, and celebrate Teek’s canonization. Then we unveil a very exciting new project. . .
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Dark Journey Roundtable - Ep 160
Following the heartbreaking events of Star by Star, Dark Journey picks up the story—and the pieces—from Jaina Solo's point of view. In truly soap operatic fashion, it's got a love triangle, angst, and X-Wings. . . What's not to love?!
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Timelines with Trevor - Ep 159
Join Jared and the Star Wars Archives host Trevor Davey for a discussion of his new book, The Definitive Star Wars Legends Timeline! Plus he gives us a rundown of all of the New Jedi Order short stories: Chewbacca Boba Fett: A Practical Man Recovery Emissary Of The Void The Apprentice Ylesia And…
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LEGO Legends - Ep 158
With LEGO Star Wars: Rebuild the Galaxy releasing on September 13th, we're going all-in on LEGO. We're talking about the history of LEGO Star Wars, which sets we've loved over the years, the holy grails of LEGO Star Wars collecting, and so much more. Plus, a special guest!
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Star by Star Roundtable - Ep 157
The time has come. Bring your tissue boxes and your voxyn-repellant spray. This month's roundtable discussion is over Troy Denning's doorstopper of a novel, Star by Star. 'Nuff said.
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We're BACK like VHS Dinosaurs - Ep 156
After a tumultuous summer filled with tornadoes, U-hauls, and teenagers, it's time for a return to form with your favorite Star Wars Legends podcasters. The gang's back together for a recap of all the summer's Legends news (there's a LOT), collection updates as half the team has new collection...
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LL Bonus Episode: Invasion comics
In this very special bonus episode, Jared is joined by Caleb Laminack from the Cosmic Force for a discussion of the NJO-adjacent comics series, Invasion! We'll be back soon with regular episodes, including a roundtable discussion of the NJO tentpole novel, Star by Star.
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Sean Stewart Interview: Bonus Episode
From the vault comes a fantastic one-on-one interview with Sean Stewart - the author of Yoda: Dark Rendezvous. Recently rereleased as part of the Essential Legends Collection, Yoda: Dark Rendezvous is an underrated fan-favorite. Recorded at Legends Con 2023, we saved this extremely special...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Welcome to Legends Lookback, your go-to podcast for all things Star Wars Legends. Join Jared, Freddy, Emily, and Rick as they take a deep dive into the extensive backlog that originally expanded the Star Wars universe. From roundtables on the books you remember from your childhood to obscure stories and characters you may have never heard of, this show will always leave you with another book to (re)read. In addition to book roundtables, we focus on all things collectibles—from Funkos to Black Series figures and everything in between. We’ll keep you up to date with all of the Legends news with rereleases of all the books, comics, video games, and more. Brought to you by Youtini, the premier site for all things Star Wars books and comics.
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Welcome to Legends Lookback, your go-to podcast for all things Star Wars Legends. Join Jared, Freddy, Emily, and Rick as they take a deep dive into the extensive backlog that originally expanded the Star Wars universe. From roundtables on the books you remember from your childhood to obscure...
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