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Tarkin's Top Shelf
by Becca Benjamin & Mark Sutter
A Star Wars literary podcast that strives to deliver an educational and yet, entertaining analysis and outlook, pertaining to the new canonical novels/YA books from the galaxy far, far away. In other words, Becca and Mark are your guardians to the Whills and your librarians to the long-lost Jedi Archives.
Episodes
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468: Lucasfilm Publishing Announcements NYCC!
Tarkin's Top Shelf is back with another fun episode! Your hosts discuss all the publishing announcements from New York City Comic Con. Mark and Becca kick things off with all things 'Starfighter,' going through each title slated for the 'Starfighter' publishing program, one by one. There's so…
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467: THE DEAD SPEAK! Anakin Has a Conversation with Rey
The Dead Speak! Tarkin's Top Shelf returns with another fun episode. The hosts start with the latest Star Wars news: Lucasfilm has announced a new Marvel comic series, Star Wars: Ahsoka – Escape from THRAWN, and there is now a Mortis Bas-relief on display at Lucasfilm HQ. After that, Mark and…
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466: 'Star Wars': Jon Watts to direct next movie for Lucasfilm
Tarkin's Top Shelf is back with another fun episode! Your hosts discuss the latest report from The Hollywood Reporter: 'Star Wars': Jon Watts to direct next movie for Lucasfilm! Before jumping in, Mark and Becca go over some "listener feedback" about past episodes, Mortis Gods, and Star Pilots...
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465: Mortis Gods Are a THING! Plus, Rumors of the Future?
Tarkin's Top Shelf is back with another fun episode! Your hosts kick things off with the latest Star Wars news: The Lucas Museum of Narrative Arts is officially open; Hayden Christensen attends the "grand opening" with his daughter, Briar Rose; and advance review copies of Star Wars: Star Pilots...
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464: Book Review: 'Star Wars: Reign of the Empire (Book 2) Edge of the Abyss'
Tarkin's Top Shelf is back with another fun episode! In this episode, your hosts review Star Wars: Reign of the Empire (Book 2): Edge of the Abyss by Rebecca Roanhorse. Mark and Becca kick things off with the latest Star Wars news: Lucas Museum, Starfighter updates, the Book of Boba Fett comic...
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463: Author Interview: Rebecca Roanhorse 'Star Wars: Edge of the Abyss'
Tarkin's Top Shelf welcomes author Rebecca Roanhorse to the show for an exclusive interview about Star Wars: Reign of the Empire (Book 2) 'Edge of the Abyss.' In this episode, your hosts are joined by Rebecca Roanhorse to discuss the second installment of the 'Reign of the Empire' trilogy, Star...
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462: The Mandalorian and Grogu Official Podcast and Filoni Film Update!
Tarkin's Top Shelf is back with another fun episode! Mark and Becca kick things off with the latest in Star Wars news: Filoni's Film gets an update, first glimpses of the Lucas Museum, Star Wars Celebration 'Fan Panel' submissions, and embargo lifts for Star Wars: Reign of the Empire 'Edge of the...
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461: Talking Star Wars, Skywalkers, Galactic Empire, and Pilots? With Kristin Baver and Dr. Chris Kempshall
Tarkin's Top Shelf is back with another fun episode! Your hosts welcome back authors Kristin Baver and Dr. Chris Kempshall to the show! In this episode, Mark and Becca invite their guests to discuss all their past Star Wars books, the work that goes into them behind the scenes, and their...
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460: The Skywalkers, Their Legacy, and Echoes of the Empire (issues 4 &5)
Tarkin's Top Shelf is back with another fun episode! Your hosts kick things off with the news: Hayden Christensen stopped by 'Hey Jonas!' Podcast and Dave Filoni's vision for Star Wars across generations. Mark and Becca then review the final two issues of Star Wars: Echoes of the Empire comic...
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459: In Review: D23 Announcements and Ahsoka Season 2 Trailer!
Tarkin's Top Shelf is back with another fun episode! D23 delivered, and your hosts are here to break it all down. Mark and Becca kick things off with the Harrison Ford-inspired 'Indiana Jones' ride coming to Disney World in Florida, followed by the Star Wars: Starfighter reveals: an upside-down...
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458: Star Wars Comics, Kylo Ren, and Marvel, Obi-Wan Wants to Return, and Parenting Adults: "We Are What They Grow Beyond"
Tarkin's Top Shelf is back with another fun episode! Mark and Becca start things off with the latest news and announcements from Rebel Scum Con, including John Boyega and Rottas on the Run, Marvel Comics and Lucasfilm with Kevin Smith comic series initiative, D23 streaming on Disney+, and Ewan...
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457: The Ninth Jedi Reflections
Tarkin's Top Shelf is back with another fun episode! Star Wars Visions: The Ninth Jedi is finally here, and your hosts are ready to talk all about it! Mark and Becca were lucky enough to receive 'early screeners' from Lucasfilm and have been chomping at the bit to talk about it. But first, they...
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456: SDCC Lucasfilm Publishing Announcements and Book Review: Star Wars: Eyes Like Stars
Tarkin's Top Shelf returns with another fun episode. Mark and Becca talk about the latest announcements from the Lucasfilm Publishing panel at SDCC. They also review the first Star Wars romance young adult novel, Star Wars: Eyes Like Stars by Ashley Poston. Their review contains spoilers, so they...
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455: Exclusive Interview: Star Wars 'Legacy' With Madeleine Roux!
Tarkin's Top Shelf is excited to have Madeleine Roux, author of Star Wars: Legacy, join the show for an exclusive interview. Since its announcement in 2025, Star Wars: Legacy has become one of the most anticipated novels in the sequel trilogy timeline. Mark and Becca sit down with Madeleine for…
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454: Book Review: Star Wars: Legacy by Madeleine Roux
Tarkin's Top Shelf takes a look at Star Wars: Legacy by Madeleine Roux. Mark and Becca talk about the upcoming novel, which is coming from Random House World Publishing and will be out on July 28th. Their review includes some "soft spoilers" about the story and characters. They don't reveal...
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453: In Review: The Ninth Jedi Official Trailer and Shadow of Maul (issue 5)
Tarkin's Top Shelf is back with another fun episode! Mark and Becca start things off with the latest Star Wars news: New Star Wars: The Experience Museum Exhibition Announced, Star Wars Emmy Nominations, Amy Adams talks about her role in Star Wars: Starfighter, and an exclusive interview...
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452: The Art of Star Wars: Andor and Rogue One: Saw Gerrera Discussion
Tarkin's Top Shelf is back with another fun episode! Mark and Becca start with the latest Star Wars news: the official trailer for Ninth Jedi drops tomorrow and a cover reveal for Star Pilots by Dr. Chris Kempshall. After the news, your hosts review Star Wars comics: Rogue One 'Saw Gerrera' by...
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451: Edge of The Abyss, Ninth Jedi, Starfighter, and Galaxy's Edge: Echoes of The Empire issue 3
Tarkin's Top Shelf is back with another fun episode! Mark and Becca start with the news: Ninth Jedi premieres at Anime Expo 2026 in Los Angeles on July 2nd; a new excerpt from the upcoming novel 'Reign of the Empire: Edge of the Abyss'; and Inkstone Books reveals its exclusive special edition of...
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450: Back From Vacation! Star Wars: We Have Everything We Need
Tarkin's Top Shelf is back from vacation! In this episode, Mark and Becca chat about the latest Star Wars news and updates. They kick things off by talking about getting early review copies of Star Wars: The Art of Andor from Abrams Books and Star Wars: Legacy from Random House World Publishing....
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449: Star Wars in Review: Mandalorian Visual Guide and Echoes of the Empire (issue 2)
Tarkin's Top Shelf returns with a new episode! This time, your hosts review issue 2 of Galaxy's Edge: Echoes of the Empire 'Shadow of Batuu' and the Star Wars: The Mandalorian Visual Guide. Mark and Becca also share listener feedback and talk about your thoughts and opinions. Help us spread the...
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448: SPOILERCAST REVIEW: The Mandalorian and Grogu
Tarkin's Top Shelf just watched Star Wars: The Mandalorian and Grogu! Mark and Becca return with a spoiler cast episode to review 'The Mandalorian and Grogu.' They begin with their overall thoughts and then dive right into the plot, characters, special and practical effects, musical score…
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447: Happy 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' EVE!
The night before 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' movie has arrived! Mark and Becca are back with another fun Star Wars chat. In this episode, they talk about the first reviews for the new movie. Before that, they cover the latest Star Wars news and share details about the upcoming Kylo Ren Comic…
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446: The Final Countdown to 'The Mandalorian and Grogu'
Tarkin's Top Shelf is back with another fun episode! With just a few days left before Star Wars returns to theaters with 'The Mandalorian and Grogu,' your hosts start by sharing the latest news, including George Lucas' 82nd birthday, Harrison Ford's ASU speech, Sigourney Weaver's handprint...
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445: Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord Finale Roundtable Discussion
Tarkin's Top Shelf joins forces with Idiot's Array Podcast for a roundtable discussion on 'Maul – Shadow Lord' episodes 9 and 10: Strange Allies and The Dark Lord. Before your hosts dive in, they go over the news: Star Wars Celebration ticket sales, Rosario Dawson's birthday, and Ahsoka Season 2...
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444: Comic Review (Cassian Andor), Dave Filoni Talks Vader, and Disney+ Special Look at 'The Mandalorian and Grogu'
Tarkin's Top Shelf returns with another exciting episode. Mark and Becca start by sharing the latest Star Wars news, then review the first issue of Star Wars: Rogue One 'Cassian Andor.' Next, they talk about Dave Filoni's thoughts on Darth Vader in the season finale of Maul—Shadow Lord. The…
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443: Star Wars Day! Roundtable: Maul—Shadow Lord Episodes 7-8
Tarkin's Top Shelf joins forces with Idiot's Array Podcast for a roundtable discussion on 'Maul Shadow Lord' episodes 7 and 8, 'Call to the Oblivion,' and 'The Creeping Fear' Before getting into the main topic, they cover the latest Star Wars news, including Fortnite updates with Jon Favreau…
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442: Maul's Reflection and 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' On Tour!
Tarkin's Top Shelf returns with another fun and thought-provoking episode. The hosts begin with the latest Star Wars news, including the announcement of the first celebrity guests for Star Wars Celebration, updates on Gina Carano and Disney, and Andor Season 2 winning a Peabody Award. After that,...
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441: Roundtable Discussion: Maul – Shadow Lord Episodes 5-6
Tarkin's Top Shelf joins forces with Idiot's Array Podcast for a roundtable discussion on 'Maul Shadow Lord' episodes 5 and 6, 'Inquisition,' and 'Night of the Hunted.' Before getting into the main topic, they cover the latest Star Wars news, including listener feedback for Tarkin's Top Shelf…
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440: "Don't Touch the Battery Switch!" and 'Galaxy's Edge: Echoes of the Empire'
Get ready as Tarkin's Top Shelf Reviews Star Wars: 'Galaxy's Edge: Echoes of the Empire' (issue 1) 'Brawl at Black Spire' from Marvel comics! First, your hosts dive into the latest Star Wars news—including Episodes 5-6 of Maul—Shadow Lord, 'The Acolyte' ranking #9 on Disney +, Jon Favreau's...
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439: Roundtable Discussion: 'Star Wars: Maul – Shadow Lord' Episodes 3-4
Tarkin's Top Shelf teams up with Idiot's Array Podcast for a roundtable chat about 'Maul Shadow Lord' episodes 3 and 4: 'Whispers in the Unknown' and 'Pride and Vengeance.' Before diving in, the hosts cover the latest Star Wars news, celebrate Hayden Christensen's 45th birthday, talk about the…
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438: Comic Review: Star Wars 'Shadow of Maul: Game Tactics' issue 2
Tarkin's Top Shelf takes a look at Star Wars: Shadow of Maul 'Game Tactics' issue 2 from Marvel Comics. In this episode, the hosts talk about the newest Star Wars comics, focusing on issue 2 of the 'Shadow of Maul' series, which came out on April 8th. Before Mark and Becca dive into everything...
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437: Star Wars: 'Maul Shadow Lord' Episodes 1-2 Roundtable Discussion
Tarkin's Top Shelf teams up with Idiot's Array Podcast for a roundtable chat about Star Wars: 'Maul Shadow Lord' episodes 1 and 2. Before that, the hosts cover the latest Star Wars news, including Mark Hamill's thoughts on Dave Filoni and the new TV spot for 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' movie.…
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436: MAUL Has Arrived! First Impressions Chapters 1 & 2
Maul is here! The first two chapters of Star Wars Maul: Shadow Lord have been released, and they make a strong impression. In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts share their first reactions to Chapter 1: The Dark Revenge and Chapter 2: Sinister Schemes. Mark and Becca talk about the...
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435: Dave Filoni on Maul's Journey + MAUL Season 2 Announcement!
Maul is getting a second season, even before the first one is out of the gate! In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, the hosts talk about Dave Filoni's 8-minute behind-the-scenes commentary on Maul's journey, which is available on the official Star Wars YouTube channel. Before diving into these...
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434: Finn Calls Filoni!
Tarkin's Top Shelf is back after a short break! Your hosts are ready to jump in and discuss all the latest Star Wars happenings. To kick things off, they start with Star Wars mail call from Insight Editions, Maul premiere invites, and news about Disney stepping away from their $1 billion AI deal...
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433: Maul: At Last, We Shall Have Revenge
A new Maul trailer is out, and Tarkin's Top Shelf is ready to dive in. Get ready as your hosts break down the latest Maul: Shadow Lord trailer. It's a 'New Age of Maul,' but revenge is still the main theme. Before that, Mark and Becca cover the news, including JJ Abrams on Hux, Pedro Pascal…
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432: Star Wars Updates: 'Edge of the Abyss' and More 'Mandalorian and Grogu'
Tarkin's Top Shelf returns with another bookish episode. Your hosts discuss a recent iO9 article on the next chapter in the 'Reign of the Empire' series, 'Edge of the Abyss' by Rebecca Roanhorse. They also cover the latest Empire Magazine interviews about 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' movie. Help…
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431: A Different Era of Star Wars and Shadows of Maul (issue 1)
Tarkin's Top Shelf returns with another fun episode. The hosts talk about the first issue of 'Shadows of Maul: Broken Law,' which is a prequel to the animated series 'Maul: Shadow Lord' coming to Disney+ on April 6th. They also discuss the newest 'Mandalorian and Grogu' interviews from Empire...
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430: Kristin Baver Talks 'Star Wars: The Art of Star Wars: The Acolyte
Kristin Baver sits down with Mark and Becca to discuss her work on 'The Art of Star Wars: The Acolyte.' This episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf welcomes back the author and editor-in-chief of StarWars.com to explore her latest project for Abrams Books. Before diving in, the trio chats about Harrison...
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429: Sam Witwer Reveals: MAUL Has Changed
Tarkin's Top Shelf returns with a new episode. Mark and Becca talk about Sam Witwer's Star Wars Insider interview, which The Holo Files found, where he discusses "how much Maul has changed" in the upcoming series 'Maul Shadow Lord,' set to premiere on Disney+ on April 6th. Before that, the hosts...
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428: Talking 'Star Wars Outlaws: Low Red Moon' With Mike Chen!
Tarkin's Top Shelf is excited to have author Mike Chen back on the show to talk about Star Wars Outlaws: Low Red Moon. In this episode, the hosts chat with Mike about how the book came together and how it fits into the larger Star Wars story. Before diving in, Mark and Becca catch up with Mike…
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427: The Hunt for Ben Solo Continues and More Mando Movie Mulling
Tarkin's Top Shelf is back with another fun episode! Your hosts jump in with the latest Star Wars news: Anthony Daniels celebrates his 80th birthday, Tony Gilroy speaks with The Hollywood Reporter about Dave Filoni rumors and the future of Lucasfilm, and a new 5-shot comic series to celebrate the...
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426: The Mandalorian and Grogu Trailer Discussion
Star Wars returns to the big screen with 'The Mandalorian and Grogu' on May 22nd, 2026! In this episode, your hosts discuss the newest trailer for 'The Mandalorian and Grogu.' But first, Mark and Becca talk about the controversial Super Bowl TV spot and the first issue of the 'Jar Jar' comic…
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425: Book Review: Star Wars Outlaws: Low Red Moon
Tarkin's Top Shelf returns with another fun episode. This time, your hosts review Star Wars Outlaws: Low Red Moon by Mike Chen. Mark and Becca start with the latest Star Wars news, then jump into an open discussion about 'Low Red Moon': character arcs, world-building, and cameos. Help us spread…
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424: More Star Wars is Coming: What We Know So Far
There's more Star Wars on the way, and Tarkin's Top Shelf is ready to break down what we know so far. In this episode, the hosts cover the latest Star Wars news: Taika Waititi shares his thoughts on bringing back the fun of the original trilogy, Daisy Ridley promises the "New Jedi Order" movie…
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423: 'MAUL: Shadow Lord' Trailer Roundtable Discussion
Tarkin's Top Shelf teams up with Idiot's Array Podcast for a roundtable discussion about the Maul: Shadow Lord trailer. The hosts, joined by Alan Zaugg from Idiot's Array, talk about their thoughts, hopes, and possible story themes for the upcoming series, Maul: Shadow Lord, which premieres on...
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422: Star Wars Shakeup: Holy Sith!
Holy Sith! Star Wars just announced that the official teaser trailer for 'Maul: Shadow Lord' is coming out tomorrow. Tarkin's Top Shelf is back to cover the latest Star Wars news, updates, and surprises. In this episode, Mark and Becca discuss the 'Shadow Lord' trailer announcement, the release…
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421: The End of an Era: Lucasfilm Passes the Baton
Tarkin's Top Shelf returns with a new episode! Lucasfilm has officially named Dave Filoni and Lynwen Brennan as the new Co-Presidents, taking over from Kathleen Kennedy. Mark and Becca discuss this big news and what it could mean for Star Wars. They also share updates about Ahsoka Season 2. Help…
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420: Star Wars Roundup: Week One Of 2026!
Tarkin's Top Shelf returns with a new episode. This time, your hosts talk about the latest Star Wars news and upcoming projects in film, live-action, and animation. Mark and Becca also discuss the current Star Wars rumor that has been spreading like wildfire on fan sites. Help us spread the word...
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419: Talking 'Force Origins' and 'Mortis' with Illustrator Erik Pflueger
Tarkin's Top Shelf starts the New Year with a discussion about the Force. The hosts are joined by Erik Pflueger, illustrator and creator of "Hollywood Babble-On: The Coloring Book" and cover artist for "Quick Stops." Erik talks about how Star Wars and the Mortis Arc from The Clone Wars have…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
A Star Wars literary podcast that strives to deliver an educational and yet, entertaining analysis and outlook, pertaining to the new canonical novels/YA books from the galaxy far, far away. In other words, Becca and Mark are your guardians to the Whills and your librarians to the long-lost Jedi Archives.
HOSTED BY
Becca Benjamin & Mark Sutter
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How many episodes does Tarkin's Top Shelf have?
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What is Tarkin's Top Shelf about?
A Star Wars literary podcast that strives to deliver an educational and yet, entertaining analysis and outlook, pertaining to the new canonical novels/YA books from the galaxy far, far away. In other words, Becca and Mark are your guardians to the Whills and your librarians to the long-lost Jedi...
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Tarkin's Top Shelf publishes regularly with 469 episodes available. Check the episode list for the typical release schedule.
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Tarkin's Top Shelf is created and hosted by Becca Benjamin & Mark Sutter.
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