http://www.swactionnews.com The only podcast dedicated to Star Wars collecting, hosted by a husband and wife who collect almost everything with the Star Wars logo from Band-Aids and facial tissue to high end lifesized replicas. A new episode comes out every Monday at swactionnews.com. en © 2009 Venganza Media Inc. All Rights Reserved show@reviewstarwars.com show@reviewstarwars.com Movies & Television Venganza Media RSS Feed Generator 1.0 Sun, 17 Jun 2009 22:24:08 -0600 Sun, 17 Jun 2009 22:24:08 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/images/common/SWAN300x300Logo.jpg http://www.swactionnews.com 300 300 60 Now THIS is Podcasting! The only podcast dedicated to Star Wars collecting, hosted by a husband and wife who collect almost everything with the Star Wars logo from Band-Aids and facial tissue to high end lifesized replicas. A new episode comes out every Monday at swactionnews.com. http://www.swactionnews.com/images/common/SWActionNewsShort.jpg Venganza Media Inc. Venganza Media Inc. show@reviewstarwars.com Star Wars Action News Logo no Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Yoda, Grievous, Boba Fett, Boba, Fett, Jango No Movies & Television Our introductory episode is everything you need to know about Arnie, Marjorie, and Star Wars Action News. It's Calorie Free, Caffeine Free, and Sodium Free so try it now! Our introductory episode is everything you need to know about Arnie, Marjorie, and Star Wars Action News. It's Calorie Free, Caffeine Free, and Sodium Free so try it now! What is Star Wars Action News Our introductory episode is everything you need to know about Arnie, Marjorie, and Star Wars Action News. It's Calorie Free, Caffeine Free, and Sodium Free so try it now! Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Yoda, Grievous, Boba Fett, Boba, Fett, Jango, Covert, Ops, Star, Wars, Darth, Vader 4:22 Venganza Media Inc. Sun, 28 Aug 2005 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN000.MP3 No Movies & Television This past weekend Chicago Comic Con (the convention formerly known as Wizard World Chicago) took place and if you were a Star Wars fan you should have been there. From a plethora of Star Wars action figures to the programming to the autograph opportunities, it was the best showing for Star Wars in some time. Star Wars Action News was there covering the event, and on this week's show you can listen as they recount meeting Clone Wars voice actor Tom Kane, asking questions to Billy Dee Williams in his panel, and kicking back at the Star Wars Action News dinner... Also over the weekend came the shocking announcement that Karen Traviss, author of the much beloved Republic Commando series, will no longer be writing for Star Wars. That announcement is analyzed this week. With discussions of online exclusive orders from Acme, Sideshow, and Gentle Giant, it's all this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News! This past weekend Chicago Comic Con (the convention formerly known as Wizard World Chicago) took place and if you were a Star Wars fan you should have been there. From a plethora of Star Wars action figures to the programming to the autograph opportunities, it was the best showing for Star Wars in some time. Star Wars Action News was there covering the event, and on this week's show you can listen as they recount meeting Clone Wars voice actor Tom Kane, asking questions to Billy Dee Williams in his panel, and kicking back at the Star Wars Action News dinner... Also over the weekend came the shocking announcement that Karen Traviss, author of the much beloved Republic Commando series, will no longer be writing for Star Wars. That announcement is analyzed this week. With discussions of online exclusive orders from Acme, Sideshow, and Gentle Giant, it's all this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News! Now with more Colt 45 ads! This past weekend Chicago Comic Con (the convention formerly known as Wizard World Chicago) took place and if you were a Star Wars fan you should have been there. From a plethora of Star Wars action figures to the programming to the autograph opportunities, it was the best showing for Star Wars in some time. Star Wars Action News was there covering the event, and on this week's show you can listen as they recount meeting Clone Wars voice actor Tom Kane, asking questions to Billy Dee Williams in his panel, and kicking back at the Star Wars Action News dinner... Also over the weekend came the shocking announcement that Karen Traviss, author of the much beloved Republic Commando series, will no longer be writing for Star Wars. That announcement is analyzed this week. With discussions of online exclusive orders from Acme, Sideshow, and Gentle Giant, it's all this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 63:46 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 10 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN207.MP3 No Movies & Television We've talked about collecting figures, busts, statues, bookmarks, candy, and Band-Aids. But this week on Star Wars Action News, we begin a look at a new type of collecting--the collecting of digital fan audio. Do you download all the episodes of Star Wars Action News and keep them on your hard drive? Have you sought out the exclusive movie commentaries they have released, or the special music CD they gave out at Celebration 4? If so, then you are already a digital collector. This week, Nathan P. Butler talks about collecting another type of fan audio--the fan audio drama, which is where Star Wars fan fiction meets old timey radio productions. Also this week on Star Wars Action News: scantily clad ladies! Where? Well, they're at the Lucasfilm Chicago ComicCon presentation, in the prize-winning Saber fan video, and even on StarWars.com! Listen to find out more. With details on all the exclusives still available online (*cough* Gentle Giant *cough*) and the sightings of the newest figures, and a review of the Uncle Milton Dagobah Frog Habitat, it's all this week on Star Wars Action News! We've talked about collecting figures, busts, statues, bookmarks, candy, and Band-Aids. But this week on Star Wars Action News, we begin a look at a new type of collecting--the collecting of digital fan audio. Do you download all the episodes of Star Wars Action News and keep them on your hard drive? Have you sought out the exclusive movie commentaries they have released, or the special music CD they gave out at Celebration 4? If so, then you are already a digital collector. This week, Nathan P. Butler talks about collecting another type of fan audio--the fan audio drama, which is where Star Wars fan fiction meets old timey radio productions. Also this week on Star Wars Action News: scantily clad ladies! Where? Well, they're at the Lucasfilm Chicago ComicCon presentation, in the prize-winning Saber fan video, and even on StarWars.com! Listen to find out more. With details on all the exclusives still available online (*cough* Gentle Giant *cough*) and the sightings of the newest figures, and a review of the Uncle Milton Dagobah Frog Habitat, it's all this week on Star Wars Action News! Now with more snark! We've talked about collecting figures, busts, statues, bookmarks, candy, and Band-Aids. But this week on Star Wars Action News, we begin a look at a new type of collecting--the collecting of digital fan audio. Do you download all the episodes of Star Wars Action News and keep them on your hard drive? Have you sought out the exclusive movie commentaries they have released, or the special music CD they gave out at Celebration 4? If so, then you are already a digital collector. This week, Nathan P. Butler talks about collecting another type of fan audio--the fan audio drama, which is where Star Wars fan fiction meets old timey radio productions. Also this week on Star Wars Action News: scantily clad ladies! Where? Well, they're at the Lucasfilm Chicago ComicCon presentation, in the prize-winning Saber fan video, and even on StarWars.com! Listen to find out more. With details on all the exclusives still available online (*cough* Gentle Giant *cough*) and the sightings of the newest figures, and a review of the Uncle Milton Dagobah Frog Habitat, it's all this week on Star Wars Action News! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 61:06 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 17 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN208.MP3 No Movies & Television Vintage collecting is a niche that is often overlooked. With Hasbro bringing out well over 100 figures each year between carded, battle packs, and Clone Wars, it is all too easy to forget about the toys of yesteryear, that so many of us Star Wars fans played with growing up. But for Star Wars Action News, the time for vintage was now as a seemingly once in a lifetime vintage buy was had. What did they get? How much did they pay? Listen to this week's Star Wars Action News to find out! Also this week, they review the recently revealed Gentle Giant Star Wars Dartboard, discuss the new circulating rumors of the Star Wars live action series, and have a Hasbro Q&A answering questions about the Asajj Ventress F/X saber and how Hasbro has determined Ahsoka Tano to be "the bestselling female Star Wars figure of all time". Listen to all this and more on this week's podcast of Star Wars Action News! Vintage collecting is a niche that is often overlooked. With Hasbro bringing out well over 100 figures each year between carded, battle packs, and Clone Wars, it is all too easy to forget about the toys of yesteryear, that so many of us Star Wars fans played with growing up. But for Star Wars Action News, the time for vintage was now as a seemingly once in a lifetime vintage buy was had. What did they get? How much did they pay? Listen to this week's Star Wars Action News to find out! Also this week, they review the recently revealed Gentle Giant Star Wars Dartboard, discuss the new circulating rumors of the Star Wars live action series, and have a Hasbro Q&A answering questions about the Asajj Ventress F/X saber and how Hasbro has determined Ahsoka Tano to be "the bestselling female Star Wars figure of all time". Listen to all this and more on this week's podcast of Star Wars Action News! Now with over 90 of the original vintage figures! Vintage collecting is a niche that is often overlooked. With Hasbro bringing out well over 100 figures each year between carded, battle packs, and Clone Wars, it is all too easy to forget about the toys of yesteryear, that so many of us Star Wars fans played with growing up. But for Star Wars Action News, the time for vintage was now as a seemingly once in a lifetime vintage buy was had. What did they get? How much did they pay? Listen to this week's Star Wars Action News to find out! Also this week, they review the recently revealed Gentle Giant Star Wars Dartboard, discuss the new circulating rumors of the Star Wars live action series, and have a Hasbro Q&A answering questions about the Asajj Ventress F/X saber and how Hasbro has determined Ahsoka Tano to be "the bestselling female Star Wars figure of all time". Listen to all this and more on this week's podcast of Star Wars Action News! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 57:34 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN209.MP3 No Movies & Television For over four years, Star Wars Action News has been bringing you the reports of what toys are showing up at Wal Marts, Targets, and other nationwide chains. But as any collector knows, sometimes the best finds aren't at your local stores, which is why this week Marjorie and Arnie go looking for toys old and new in some unusual locations, including a number of antique stores, a toy show, and a flea market. They discuss all the types of items you might find at these places. Listen and you might be inspired to go on a Star Wars toy scavenger hunt of your own! Also on this week's podcast, the hosts reveal the 30 characters that you, the listeners, nominated to have figures made as part of Hasbro's current Fan's Choice vote. The characters run the whole range of Star Wars from original trilogy to prequel to expanded universe. Was your favorite character picked? Listen to find out. With a UK report, a kid's review of the new Cad Bane figure, and a rundown on the week's Star Wars collecting news, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News! For over four years, Star Wars Action News has been bringing you the reports of what toys are showing up at Wal Marts, Targets, and other nationwide chains. But as any collector knows, sometimes the best finds aren't at your local stores, which is why this week Marjorie and Arnie go looking for toys old and new in some unusual locations, including a number of antique stores, a toy show, and a flea market. They discuss all the types of items you might find at these places. Listen and you might be inspired to go on a Star Wars toy scavenger hunt of your own! Also on this week's podcast, the hosts reveal the 30 characters that you, the listeners, nominated to have figures made as part of Hasbro's current Fan's Choice vote. The characters run the whole range of Star Wars from original trilogy to prequel to expanded universe. Was your favorite character picked? Listen to find out. With a UK report, a kid's review of the new Cad Bane figure, and a rundown on the week's Star Wars collecting news, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News! Now with over 90 of the original vintage figures! For over four years, Star Wars Action News has been bringing you the reports of what toys are showing up at Wal Marts, Targets, and other nationwide chains. But as any collector knows, sometimes the best finds aren't at your local stores, which is why this week Marjorie and Arnie go looking for toys old and new in some unusual locations, including a number of antique stores, a toy show, and a flea market. They discuss all the types of items you might find at these places. Listen and you might be inspired to go on a Star Wars toy scavenger hunt of your own! Also on this week's podcast, the hosts reveal the 30 characters that you, the listeners, nominated to have figures made as part of Hasbro's current Fan's Choice vote. The characters run the whole range of Star Wars from original trilogy to prequel to expanded universe. Was your favorite character picked? Listen to find out. With a UK report, a kid's review of the new Cad Bane figure, and a rundown on the week's Star Wars collecting news, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 63:17 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 31 Aug 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN210.MP3 No Movies & Television Since the 90s the Star Wars Essential Guide series has been a must have for Star Wars fans. For fans of the Expanded Universe they are good references, and for those who don't read the novels the Essential Guides provide a Cliff's-Notes version of the Expanded Universe. But with their latest book, The Essential Atlas, Del Rey has outdone themselves. Full of full-color art from all periods of Star Wars lore and heavily detailed maps, as well as a rundown of Star Wars history, this book is truly one no Star Wars book collection should be missing. To share their excitement for this new book, the hosts of Star Wars Action News interviewed the authors of the Atlas, Jason Fry and Daniel Wallace, about the effort that went into literally mapping out a galaxy. Then they talk to one of the authors of the book, Chris Trevas who is responsible for all of the character art in the book. And finally they talk to Nathan P. Butler who contributed to the dates given in the Atlas as an extension of his long time passion, the Star Wars Timeline Gold. With a store report, listener voicemails, and the talk of perhaps the dirtiest Halloween costume ever, it's all this week on Star Wars Action News! Since the 90s the Star Wars Essential Guide series has been a must have for Star Wars fans. For fans of the Expanded Universe they are good references, and for those who don't read the novels the Essential Guides provide a Cliff's-Notes version of the Expanded Universe. But with their latest book, The Essential Atlas, Del Rey has outdone themselves. Full of full-color art from all periods of Star Wars lore and heavily detailed maps, as well as a rundown of Star Wars history, this book is truly one no Star Wars book collection should be missing. To share their excitement for this new book, the hosts of Star Wars Action News interviewed the authors of the Atlas, Jason Fry and Daniel Wallace, about the effort that went into literally mapping out a galaxy. Then they talk to one of the authors of the book, Chris Trevas who is responsible for all of the character art in the book. And finally they talk to Nathan P. Butler who contributed to the dates given in the Atlas as an extension of his long time passion, the Star Wars Timeline Gold. With a store report, listener voicemails, and the talk of perhaps the dirtiest Halloween costume ever, it's all this week on Star Wars Action News! Now podcasting for over four years! Since the 90s the Star Wars Essential Guide series has been a must have for Star Wars fans. For fans of the Expanded Universe they are good references, and for those who don't read the novels the Essential Guides provide a Cliff's-Notes version of the Expanded Universe. But with their latest book, The Essential Atlas, Del Rey has outdone themselves. Full of full-color art from all periods of Star Wars lore and heavily detailed maps, as well as a rundown of Star Wars history, this book is truly one no Star Wars book collection should be missing. To share their excitement for this new book, the hosts of Star Wars Action News interviewed the authors of the Atlas, Jason Fry and Daniel Wallace, about the effort that went into literally mapping out a galaxy. Then they talk to one of the authors of the book, Chris Trevas who is responsible for all of the character art in the book. And finally they talk to Nathan P. Butler who contributed to the dates given in the Atlas as an extension of his long time passion, the Star Wars Timeline Gold. With a store report, listener voicemails, and the talk of perhaps the dirtiest Halloween costume ever, it's all this week on Star Wars Action News! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 93:26 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 7 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN211.MP3 No Movies & Television Star Wars novels are having a bit of a renaissance lately. Deathtroopers is one of the most hotly anticipated books of the fall season, and recently released was Troy Denning's latest Star Wars work, the third book in the Fate of the Jedi series, *Abyss*. This week on Star Wars Action News Troy talks about his experience writing *Fate of the Jedi*, disucssing some of the shocking events that occur in that novel. Also this week, Arnie and Marjorie review a new Shadow Stormtrooper Bobblehead, Scott from Tulsa updates us on the store finds, and we run down some more answers from Hasbro's Q&A round-up. It's all this and more on this brand new Star Wars Action News! Star Wars novels are having a bit of a renaissance lately. Deathtroopers is one of the most hotly anticipated books of the fall season, and recently released was Troy Denning's latest Star Wars work, the third book in the Fate of the Jedi series, *Abyss*. This week on Star Wars Action News Troy talks about his experience writing *Fate of the Jedi*, disucssing some of the shocking events that occur in that novel. Also this week, Arnie and Marjorie review a new Shadow Stormtrooper Bobblehead, Scott from Tulsa updates us on the store finds, and we run down some more answers from Hasbro's Q&A round-up. It's all this and more on this brand new Star Wars Action News! Now looking into the void! Star Wars novels are having a bit of a renaissance lately. Deathtroopers is one of the most hotly anticipated books of the fall season, and recently released was Troy Denning's latest Star Wars work, the third book in the Fate of the Jedi series, *Abyss*. This week on Star Wars Action News Troy talks about his experience writing *Fate of the Jedi*, disucssing some of the shocking events that occur in that novel. Also this week, Arnie and Marjorie review a new Shadow Stormtrooper Bobblehead, Scott from Tulsa updates us on the store finds, and we run down some more answers from Hasbro's Q&A round-up. It's all this and more on this brand new Star Wars Action News! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 81:37 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN212.MP3 No Movies & Television Last week at Toys R Us if you spent $30 on Star Wars toys you got a free Clone Commander Training Manual, showing that Clone Commanders must be able to navigate mazes, decipher word jumbles, and have plenty of stickers in order to lead Republic forces! The book has a cover price of $14.99, but is it worth it? Listen to this week's Star Wars Action News podcast to find out! Also this week, Star Wars fans know figure prices are on the rise, and with the new Toys R Us Commander Ponds 3.75" figure ringing up at $9.99 with no special accessory, bonus figure, or even Build-A-Droid part, it's becoming quite a lot for collectors to bear. This week on Star Wars Action News there's look at the rising cost of figures and give a rationale as to why another price hike to $8.44 may be in the wings, and run down the latest sales so collectors can get the biggest bang for their buck. With a discussion of the Jedi Religion, a rundown of the newly revealed battle packs and deluxe figures, and a Hasbro Q&A, it's all this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News! Last week at Toys R Us if you spent $30 on Star Wars toys you got a free Clone Commander Training Manual, showing that Clone Commanders must be able to navigate mazes, decipher word jumbles, and have plenty of stickers in order to lead Republic forces! The book has a cover price of $14.99, but is it worth it? Listen to this week's Star Wars Action News podcast to find out! Also this week, Star Wars fans know figure prices are on the rise, and with the new Toys R Us Commander Ponds 3.75" figure ringing up at $9.99 with no special accessory, bonus figure, or even Build-A-Droid part, it's becoming quite a lot for collectors to bear. This week on Star Wars Action News there's look at the rising cost of figures and give a rationale as to why another price hike to $8.44 may be in the wings, and run down the latest sales so collectors can get the biggest bang for their buck. With a discussion of the Jedi Religion, a rundown of the newly revealed battle packs and deluxe figures, and a Hasbro Q&A, it's all this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News! Now with a ridiculous fake religion. And we don't mean Scientology. Last week at Toys R Us if you spent $30 on Star Wars toys you got a free Clone Commander Training Manual, showing that Clone Commanders must be able to navigate mazes, decipher word jumbles, and have plenty of stickers in order to lead Republic forces! The book has a cover price of $14.99, but is it worth it? Listen to this week's Star Wars Action News podcast to find out! Also this week, Star Wars fans know figure prices are on the rise, and with the new Toys R Us Commander Ponds 3.75" figure ringing up at $9.99 with no special accessory, bonus figure, or even Build-A-Droid part, it's becoming quite a lot for collectors to bear. This week on Star Wars Action News there's look at the rising cost of figures and give a rationale as to why another price hike to $8.44 may be in the wings, and run down the latest sales so collectors can get the biggest bang for their buck. With a discussion of the Jedi Religion, a rundown of the newly revealed battle packs and deluxe figures, and a Hasbro Q&A, it's all this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 47:47 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN213.MP3 No Movies & Television Week after week the hosts of Star Wars Action News talk about action figures, but something often overlooked is--where do you put the figures once you've opened them? While Hasbro is beyond reluctant to make modern-day playsets, there are options available. On this week's Star Wars Action News the vintage Action Figure Display Stand is reviewed, as well as its modern counterpart, the Action Figure Display Diorama. Also on this week's show, the new Hallmark Clone Wars Christmas ornaments are reviewed, and Brock and Nathan review the new Fate of the Jedi novel Abyss, and they play your voicemails. And remember, Star Wars Action News' Clone Wars Spin-Off show, Republic Forces Radio Network, returns with the new season of the Clone Wars this weekend. They'll be recording their roundtable SUNDAY, October 4th at 9PM EST. If you'd like to join the roundtable, e-mail show@swactionnews.com or go to the Star Wars Action News forums at http://reviewstarwars.com/forums Week after week the hosts of Star Wars Action News talk about action figures, but something often overlooked is--where do you put the figures once you've opened them? While Hasbro is beyond reluctant to make modern-day playsets, there are options available. On this week's Star Wars Action News the vintage Action Figure Display Stand is reviewed, as well as its modern counterpart, the Action Figure Display Diorama. Also on this week's show, the new Hallmark Clone Wars Christmas ornaments are reviewed, and Brock and Nathan review the new Fate of the Jedi novel Abyss, and they play your voicemails. And remember, Star Wars Action News' Clone Wars Spin-Off show, Republic Forces Radio Network, returns with the new season of the Clone Wars this weekend. They'll be recording their roundtable SUNDAY, October 4th at 9PM EST. If you'd like to join the roundtable, e-mail show@swactionnews.com or go to the Star Wars Action News forums at http://reviewstarwars.com/forums Now we've gotten to second base! Week after week the hosts of Star Wars Action News talk about action figures, but something often overlooked is--where do you put the figures once you've opened them? While Hasbro is beyond reluctant to make modern-day playsets, there are options available. On this week's Star Wars Action News the vintage Action Figure Display Stand is reviewed, as well as its modern counterpart, the Action Figure Display Diorama. Also on this week's show, the new Hallmark Clone Wars Christmas ornaments are reviewed, and Brock and Nathan review the new Fate of the Jedi novel Abyss, and they play your voicemails. And remember, Star Wars Action News' Clone Wars Spin-Off show, Republic Forces Radio Network, returns with the new season of the Clone Wars this weekend. They'll be recording their roundtable SUNDAY, October 4th at 9PM EST. If you'd like to join the roundtable, e-mail show@swactionnews.com or go to the Star Wars Action News forums at http://reviewstarwars.com/forums San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 62:04 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 28 Sep 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN214.MP3 No Movies & Television While the new red packaged toys continue to show up in ever-larger numbers, perhaps one of the hottest items is still in blue--the Clone Turret Battle Pack. With Hasbro having said that this item is not planned on being rereleased, perhaps ever, due to the new smaller battle pack size, this is one item collectors can't miss out on. The hosts of Star Wars Action News finally got their hands on some of these balls, but are they worth the hunt? Listen to find out. Also this week, the latest prop replica from eFX Collectibles, the Ahsoka Tano Lightsaber, has been shipping. It's sold out from eFX Directly but still available at Brian's Toys. Should you rush to get your hands on this first high-end Clone Wars prop? Arnie and Marjorie review it and let you know! With a news round-up, your voice mails, listener questions, and a Hasbro Q&A, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News Podcast! While the new red packaged toys continue to show up in ever-larger numbers, perhaps one of the hottest items is still in blue--the Clone Turret Battle Pack. With Hasbro having said that this item is not planned on being rereleased, perhaps ever, due to the new smaller battle pack size, this is one item collectors can't miss out on. The hosts of Star Wars Action News finally got their hands on some of these balls, but are they worth the hunt? Listen to find out. Also this week, the latest prop replica from eFX Collectibles, the Ahsoka Tano Lightsaber, has been shipping. It's sold out from eFX Directly but still available at Brian's Toys. Should you rush to get your hands on this first high-end Clone Wars prop? Arnie and Marjorie review it and let you know! With a news round-up, your voice mails, listener questions, and a Hasbro Q&A, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News Podcast! Now with more balls than Tom Green! While the new red packaged toys continue to show up in ever-larger numbers, perhaps one of the hottest items is still in blue--the Clone Turret Battle Pack. With Hasbro having said that this item is not planned on being rereleased, perhaps ever, due to the new smaller battle pack size, this is one item collectors can't miss out on. The hosts of Star Wars Action News finally got their hands on some of these balls, but are they worth the hunt? Listen to find out. Also this week, the latest prop replica from eFX Collectibles, the Ahsoka Tano Lightsaber, has been shipping. It's sold out from eFX Directly but still available at Brian's Toys. Should you rush to get your hands on this first high-end Clone Wars prop? Arnie and Marjorie review it and let you know! With a news round-up, your voice mails, listener questions, and a Hasbro Q&A, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News Podcast! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 74:20 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 5 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN215.MP3 No Movies & Television It's been several months but Star Wars: The Clone Wars is back and better than ever! Kicking off a new 22-episode season with two episodes both featuring Cad Bane, the baddest bounty hunter this side of Boba Fett, the episodes featured action, suspense, humor, and a cameo by Star Wars fan Seth Green. But the hosts of Republic Forces Radio Network cut through the hype--are the episodes as good as you've heard? Does your opinion of the episode match up with ours? Listen to find out! It's been several months but Star Wars: The Clone Wars is back and better than ever! Kicking off a new 22-episode season with two episodes both featuring Cad Bane, the baddest bounty hunter this side of Boba Fett, the episodes featured action, suspense, humor, and a cameo by Star Wars fan Seth Green. But the hosts of Republic Forces Radio Network cut through the hype--are the episodes as good as you've heard? Does your opinion of the episode match up with ours? Listen to find out! Discussing Season 2 Episodes 1: Holocron Heist and Episode 2: Cargo of Doom It's been several months but Star Wars: The Clone Wars is back and better than ever! Kicking off a new 22-episode season with two episodes both featuring Cad Bane, the baddest bounty hunter this side of Boba Fett, the episodes featured action, suspense, humor, and a cameo by Star Wars fan Seth Green. But the hosts of Republic Forces Radio Network cut through the hype--are the episodes as good as you've heard? Does your opinion of the episode match up with ours? Listen to find out! Star Wars, Clone Wars, Cad Bane, Clone, Cartoon Network, Anakin, Dooku, Obi-Wan, Ahsoka, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 98:50 Venganza Media, Inc. Mon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:01 -0600 http://www.republicforces.com/Podcasts/RFRNS2E0102.MP3 No Movies & Television It seems like it's been years while we awaited the new Star Wars novel coming out this week--Deathtroopers, and while the book jacket certainly looked grusome enough, evoking images of Hellraiser's Pinhead going to town on the Emperor's troops, and the thought was so exciting to some costumers that zombie stormtroopers could be seen walking the floor at San Diego Comic Con. But for all the hype, including exclusive "letters from the IMperial Prison Barge Purge" published on our own site, there has been some nervousness in the fan community about this title. A Sci-Fi horror mashup? Those sometimes work (Pitch Black) but often don't (Leprechan in Space), and for Star Wars fans the question has been--is this book the dawning of a new type of Star Wars fiction, or doomed to be a failed experiment? With the book in stores this week, Star Wars Action News brings you their in depth spoiler free review of this novel, so you can listen and find out if this is the perfect way to Star Wars up your Halloween horror reading. Also in new releases, there is a new Star Wars video game out, Clone Wars: Republic Heroes. While there seems to be a lot of hype coming from official sources surrounding this game, many people felt the downloadable demo was less than spectacular. With the final game released, Star Wars Action News gives the PS3 version of the game a full review. With talk of the latest, best, and most exclusive Star WArs Halloween costumes, a day by day run down of the free UK Lego sets, and a look at the vintage remote control R2-D2, it's all this week on Star Wars Action News! It seems like it's been years while we awaited the new Star Wars novel coming out this week--Deathtroopers, and while the book jacket certainly looked grusome enough, evoking images of Hellraiser's Pinhead going to town on the Emperor's troops, and the thought was so exciting to some costumers that zombie stormtroopers could be seen walking the floor at San Diego Comic Con. But for all the hype, including exclusive "letters from the IMperial Prison Barge Purge" published on our own site, there has been some nervousness in the fan community about this title. A Sci-Fi horror mashup? Those sometimes work (Pitch Black) but often don't (Leprechan in Space), and for Star Wars fans the question has been--is this book the dawning of a new type of Star Wars fiction, or doomed to be a failed experiment? With the book in stores this week, Star Wars Action News brings you their in depth spoiler free review of this novel, so you can listen and find out if this is the perfect way to Star Wars up your Halloween horror reading. Also in new releases, there is a new Star Wars video game out, Clone Wars: Republic Heroes. While there seems to be a lot of hype coming from official sources surrounding this game, many people felt the downloadable demo was less than spectacular. With the final game released, Star Wars Action News gives the PS3 version of the game a full review. With talk of the latest, best, and most exclusive Star WArs Halloween costumes, a day by day run down of the free UK Lego sets, and a look at the vintage remote control R2-D2, it's all this week on Star Wars Action News! Now with zombie stormtroopers! It seems like it's been years while we awaited the new Star Wars novel coming out this week--Deathtroopers, and while the book jacket certainly looked grusome enough, evoking images of Hellraiser's Pinhead going to town on the Emperor's troops, and the thought was so exciting to some costumers that zombie stormtroopers could be seen walking the floor at San Diego Comic Con. But for all the hype, including exclusive "letters from the IMperial Prison Barge Purge" published on our own site, there has been some nervousness in the fan community about this title. A Sci-Fi horror mashup? Those sometimes work (Pitch Black) but often don't (Leprechan in Space), and for Star Wars fans the question has been--is this book the dawning of a new type of Star Wars fiction, or doomed to be a failed experiment? With the book in stores this week, Star Wars Action News brings you their in depth spoiler free review of this novel, so you can listen and find out if this is the perfect way to Star Wars up your Halloween horror reading. Also in new releases, there is a new Star Wars video game out, Clone Wars: Republic Heroes. While there seems to be a lot of hype coming from official sources surrounding this game, many people felt the downloadable demo was less than spectacular. With the final game released, Star Wars Action News gives the PS3 version of the game a full review. With talk of the latest, best, and most exclusive Star WArs Halloween costumes, a day by day run down of the free UK Lego sets, and a look at the vintage remote control R2-D2, it's all this week on Star Wars Action News! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 52:34 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN216.MP3 No Movies & Television Cad Bane, in the employ of Darth Sidious, has been tasked with kidnapping future Jedi babies, and it takes the combined might of Yoda, Mace Windu, Obi-Wan, Anakin, and Ahsoka to stop him! Listen as we discuss this episode, and present part 2 of our interview with Master Yoda himself, Tom Kane! Cad Bane, in the employ of Darth Sidious, has been tasked with kidnapping future Jedi babies, and it takes the combined might of Yoda, Mace Windu, Obi-Wan, Anakin, and Ahsoka to stop him! Listen as we discuss this episode, and present part 2 of our interview with Master Yoda himself, Tom Kane! Does Cad Bane turn even more blue without his cheek air hoses? Cad Bane, in the employ of Darth Sidious, has been tasked with kidnapping future Jedi babies, and it takes the combined might of Yoda, Mace Windu, Obi-Wan, Anakin, and Ahsoka to stop him! Listen as we discuss this episode, and present part 2 of our interview with Master Yoda himself, Tom Kane! Star Wars, Clone Wars, Cad Bane, Clone, Cartoon Network, Anakin, Dooku, Obi-Wan, Ahsoka, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 94:12 Venganza Media, Inc. Mon, 12 Oct 2009 00:00:01 -0600 http://www.republicforces.com/Podcasts/RFRNS2E03.MP3 No Movies & Television On this week's Republic Forces Radio Network we finish our interview with Yoda himself, Tom Kane, and discuss this blasterless, lightsaberless, explosionless episode of the Clone Wars series! On this week's Republic Forces Radio Network we finish our interview with Yoda himself, Tom Kane, and discuss this blasterless, lightsaberless, explosionless episode of the Clone Wars series! With no guns, lightsabers, or bombs...is it the Clone War or the Clone Cold War? On this week's Republic Forces Radio Network we finish our interview with Yoda himself, Tom Kane, and discuss this blasterless, lightsaberless, explosionless episode of the Clone Wars series! Star Wars, Clone Wars, Cad Bane, Clone, Cartoon Network, Anakin, Dooku, Obi-Wan, Ahsoka, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 70:40 Venganza Media, Inc. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.republicforces.com/Podcasts/RFRNS2E04.MP3 No Movies & Television Since San Diego Comic Con, Star Wars Action News and other Star Wars collecting sites polled you Star Wars fans to determine which Star Wars figures you want made most. Hasbro has compiled all the results into a final list, and voting is open now. Who are these 30 characters fans cannot live without? Find out on this week's Star Wars Action News. Also on this week's show, Owen Cheddar gives us a kid's viewpoint of Clone Wars: Republic Heroes for Wii, Brock updates you on what's hot and new at Brian's Toys, and Reverend Strone joins us with a review of the new Art of the Clone Wars book. And after his review listen to find out how YOU can win a copy of this new book. With your voice mails, a store report, and more, it's all this week on Star Wars Action News! Since San Diego Comic Con, Star Wars Action News and other Star Wars collecting sites polled you Star Wars fans to determine which Star Wars figures you want made most. Hasbro has compiled all the results into a final list, and voting is open now. Who are these 30 characters fans cannot live without? Find out on this week's Star Wars Action News. Also on this week's show, Owen Cheddar gives us a kid's viewpoint of Clone Wars: Republic Heroes for Wii, Brock updates you on what's hot and new at Brian's Toys, and Reverend Strone joins us with a review of the new Art of the Clone Wars book. And after his review listen to find out how YOU can win a copy of this new book. With your voice mails, a store report, and more, it's all this week on Star Wars Action News! Now with 30 Characters Most People Have Never Heard Of! Since San Diego Comic Con, Star Wars Action News and other Star Wars collecting sites polled you Star Wars fans to determine which Star Wars figures you want made most. Hasbro has compiled all the results into a final list, and voting is open now. Who are these 30 characters fans cannot live without? Find out on this week's Star Wars Action News. Also on this week's show, Owen Cheddar gives us a kid's viewpoint of Clone Wars: Republic Heroes for Wii, Brock updates you on what's hot and new at Brian's Toys, and Reverend Strone joins us with a review of the new Art of the Clone Wars book. And after his review listen to find out how YOU can win a copy of this new book. With your voice mails, a store report, and more, it's all this week on Star Wars Action News! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 72:55 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:00:02 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN217.MP3 No Movies & Television It's the biggest Star Wars novel to be released this year, with the biggest promotional push behind it--Star Wars: Death Troopers by Joe Schreiber featuring the first hard core horror Star Wars novel ever, with violence and gore that would earn any film an R rating. This week on Star Wars Action News, Arnie sits down with Joe to discuss the creation of this book, talk about the challenge that is doing Star Wars horror the right way, and finds out the troopth about the Deathtroopers promotional CD that was rumored to have been handed out at New York ComicCon last February. Also this week, Star Wars Action News correspondent Scott from Tulsa has attended the Star Wars in Concert, and he gives us his review of that show as well as some of the latest comic packs hitting stores. And speaking of comic packs, Star WArs Tales author Nathan P. Butler let's listeners know his behind the scenes take of the release of the Hasbro comic figure 2-pack based on his comic book Equals and Opposites. With a UK report, a Hasbro Q&A, and a contest where you can win a copy of Chronicle's The Art of Clone Wars book, it's all this week on the Star Wars Action News podcast! It's the biggest Star Wars novel to be released this year, with the biggest promotional push behind it--Star Wars: Death Troopers by Joe Schreiber featuring the first hard core horror Star Wars novel ever, with violence and gore that would earn any film an R rating. This week on Star Wars Action News, Arnie sits down with Joe to discuss the creation of this book, talk about the challenge that is doing Star Wars horror the right way, and finds out the troopth about the Deathtroopers promotional CD that was rumored to have been handed out at New York ComicCon last February. Also this week, Star Wars Action News correspondent Scott from Tulsa has attended the Star Wars in Concert, and he gives us his review of that show as well as some of the latest comic packs hitting stores. And speaking of comic packs, Star WArs Tales author Nathan P. Butler let's listeners know his behind the scenes take of the release of the Hasbro comic figure 2-pack based on his comic book Equals and Opposites. With a UK report, a Hasbro Q&A, and a contest where you can win a copy of Chronicle's The Art of Clone Wars book, it's all this week on the Star Wars Action News podcast! Now with more Brainsssssssssss! It's the biggest Star Wars novel to be released this year, with the biggest promotional push behind it--Star Wars: Death Troopers by Joe Schreiber featuring the first hard core horror Star Wars novel ever, with violence and gore that would earn any film an R rating. This week on Star Wars Action News, Arnie sits down with Joe to discuss the creation of this book, talk about the challenge that is doing Star Wars horror the right way, and finds out the troopth about the Deathtroopers promotional CD that was rumored to have been handed out at New York ComicCon last February. Also this week, Star Wars Action News correspondent Scott from Tulsa has attended the Star Wars in Concert, and he gives us his review of that show as well as some of the latest comic packs hitting stores. And speaking of comic packs, Star WArs Tales author Nathan P. Butler let's listeners know his behind the scenes take of the release of the Hasbro comic figure 2-pack based on his comic book Equals and Opposites. With a UK report, a Hasbro Q&A, and a contest where you can win a copy of Chronicle's The Art of Clone Wars book, it's all this week on the Star Wars Action News podcast! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 83:50 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:00:02 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN218.MP3 No Movies & Television A mint on card Vlix. A life sized bronze Yoda statue. A custom action figure of Steve Sansweet in an Ewok outfit. There are some collectibles that we collectors will never get, either due to cost, availability, the fact that they are one of a kind, or perhaps simply because we don't know about them. But with Steve Sansweet's new book 1,000 Collectibles -- Memorabilia and Stories From A Galaxy Far, Far Away we can find out abot some of hese items, as well as some more common ones such as Monkey-Face Leia from 1995's Power of the Force 2 line. Arnie and Marjorie review that book, as well as the Lego Star Wars Visual Dictionary, on this week's Star Wars Action News! Also this week, rundowns on he latest toy bargains from Toys R Us and Wal Mart, your voice mails and a recounting of the horror that was Matt Lauer in a blonde wig. All this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News! A mint on card Vlix. A life sized bronze Yoda statue. A custom action figure of Steve Sansweet in an Ewok outfit. There are some collectibles that we collectors will never get, either due to cost, availability, the fact that they are one of a kind, or perhaps simply because we don't know about them. But with Steve Sansweet's new book 1,000 Collectibles -- Memorabilia and Stories From A Galaxy Far, Far Away we can find out abot some of hese items, as well as some more common ones such as Monkey-Face Leia from 1995's Power of the Force 2 line. Arnie and Marjorie review that book, as well as the Lego Star Wars Visual Dictionary, on this week's Star Wars Action News! Also this week, rundowns on he latest toy bargains from Toys R Us and Wal Mart, your voice mails and a recounting of the horror that was Matt Lauer in a blonde wig. All this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News! Now with collectibles that are books about collectibles! A mint on card Vlix. A life sized bronze Yoda statue. A custom action figure of Steve Sansweet in an Ewok outfit. There are some collectibles that we collectors will never get, either due to cost, availability, the fact that they are one of a kind, or perhaps simply because we don't know about them. But with Steve Sansweet's new book 1,000 Collectibles -- Memorabilia and Stories From A Galaxy Far, Far Away we can find out abot some of hese items, as well as some more common ones such as Monkey-Face Leia from 1995's Power of the Force 2 line. Arnie and Marjorie review that book, as well as the Lego Star Wars Visual Dictionary, on this week's Star Wars Action News! Also this week, rundowns on he latest toy bargains from Toys R Us and Wal Mart, your voice mails and a recounting of the horror that was Matt Lauer in a blonde wig. All this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 64:33 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 2 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN219.MP3 No Movies & Television Flamethrowers! Lasers! Lightsabers! This week's Clone Wars episode, Landing at Point Rain, was all about the action as Anakin, Obi-Wan, and Ki-Adi Mundi return to Geonosis to launch an attack on a weapons factory. Listen to the roundtable participents of Republic Forces Radio Network discuss this show, and as an added bonus you can hear the scenes Dave Filoni wrote bridging the last 2 Clone Wars episodes as performed by the voice actors (and Steve Sansweet!) at Star Wars Fan Days 3. Flamethrowers! Lasers! Lightsabers! This week's Clone Wars episode, Landing at Point Rain, was all about the action as Anakin, Obi-Wan, and Ki-Adi Mundi return to Geonosis to launch an attack on a weapons factory. Listen to the roundtable participents of Republic Forces Radio Network discuss this show, and as an added bonus you can hear the scenes Dave Filoni wrote bridging the last 2 Clone Wars episodes as performed by the voice actors (and Steve Sansweet!) at Star Wars Fan Days 3. Last episode had no guns fired. This week made up for that! Flamethrowers! Lasers! Lightsabers! This week's Clone Wars episode, Landing at Point Rain, was all about the action as Anakin, Obi-Wan, and Ki-Adi Mundi return to Geonosis to launch an attack on a weapons factory. Listen to the roundtable participents of Republic Forces Radio Network discuss this show, and as an added bonus you can hear the scenes Dave Filoni wrote bridging the last 2 Clone Wars episodes as performed by the voice actors (and Steve Sansweet!) at Star Wars Fan Days 3. Star Wars, Clone Wars, Cad Bane, Clone, Cartoon Network, Anakin, Dooku, Obi-Wan, Ahsoka, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 97:22 Venganza Media, Inc. Mon, 09 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.republicforces.com/Podcasts/RFRNS2E05.MP3 No Movies & Television First books, then DVDs, and now toys...with the American economy in a slump, unemployment topping 10% for the first time in a quarter of a century, stores are fighting harder than ever for each person's expendable income during this holiday shopping season. And these price wars are now impacting Star Wars collectors. Listen this week as we discuss where the savings can be had on Star Wars toys this holiday season! Also on this week's Star Wars Action News, we review the Season 1 DVD Box Set of the Clone Wars Cartoon Series, tell you how to save 20% off your Kotobukiya orders, and run down the latest in store and online finds, including information on how to find some Wal Mart exclusives that may not have yet made it to shelves in your area! And we look at the future of book collecting with the advent of the Amazon Kindle and other eBook readers. With the beginning of the Star Wars Action News Sith-mas gift exchange, our continuing call for Christmas gift ideas, and more, it's on this week's podcast Star Wars Action News! First books, then DVDs, and now toys...with the American economy in a slump, unemployment topping 10% for the first time in a quarter of a century, stores are fighting harder than ever for each person's expendable income during this holiday shopping season. And these price wars are now impacting Star Wars collectors. Listen this week as we discuss where the savings can be had on Star Wars toys this holiday season! Also on this week's Star Wars Action News, we review the Season 1 DVD Box Set of the Clone Wars Cartoon Series, tell you how to save 20% off your Kotobukiya orders, and run down the latest in store and online finds, including information on how to find some Wal Mart exclusives that may not have yet made it to shelves in your area! And we look at the future of book collecting with the advent of the Amazon Kindle and other eBook readers. With the beginning of the Star Wars Action News Sith-mas gift exchange, our continuing call for Christmas gift ideas, and more, it's on this week's podcast Star Wars Action News! Now with less paper! First books, then DVDs, and now toys...with the American economy in a slump, unemployment topping 10% for the first time in a quarter of a century, stores are fighting harder than ever for each person's expendable income during this holiday shopping season. And these price wars are now impacting Star Wars collectors. Listen this week as we discuss where the savings can be had on Star Wars toys this holiday season! Also on this week's Star Wars Action News, we review the Season 1 DVD Box Set of the Clone Wars Cartoon Series, tell you how to save 20% off your Kotobukiya orders, and run down the latest in store and online finds, including information on how to find some Wal Mart exclusives that may not have yet made it to shelves in your area! And we look at the future of book collecting with the advent of the Amazon Kindle and other eBook readers. With the beginning of the Star Wars Action News Sith-mas gift exchange, our continuing call for Christmas gift ideas, and more, it's on this week's podcast Star Wars Action News! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 61:58 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 9 Nov 2009 00:00:01 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN220.MP3 No Movies & Television The battle continues on Geonosis as padawans Ahsoka Tano and Barriss Offee go up against super-tanks! And also on this week's episode, the first part of our interview with Obi-Wan Kenobi himself, James Arnold Taylor, including a clip of him performing a Clone Wars scene as seen in Back to the Future! The battle continues on Geonosis as padawans Ahsoka Tano and Barriss Offee go up against super-tanks! And also on this week's episode, the first part of our interview with Obi-Wan Kenobi himself, James Arnold Taylor, including a clip of him performing a Clone Wars scene as seen in Back to the Future! So the tanks can take a building falling on them, but lightsabers cut them like butter? The battle continues on Geonosis as padawans Ahsoka Tano and Barriss Offee go up against super-tanks! And also on this week's episode, the first part of our interview with Obi-Wan Kenobi himself, James Arnold Taylor, including a clip of him performing a Clone Wars scene as seen in Back to the Future! Star Wars, Clone Wars, Clone, Cartoon Network, Anakin, Dooku, Obi-Wan, Ahsoka, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 75:28 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.republicforces.com/Podcasts/RFRNS2E06.MP3 No Movies & Television Christmas is coming, and the toy aisles are humming! From Hasbro figures to vehicles, to Christmas decorations at Target, gift packages at Toys R Us, and lots of party supplies at Factory Card Outlet. So much Star Wars everywhere, and we try to run down as much of it as we can on this week's Star Wars Action News. Then also this week we have some in depth reviews. Have you been eying one of the flying vehicles, either the Jedi Starfighter or the Gunship? Arnie and Marjorie do their "consumer reports" rundown on the flying Jedi Starfighter to let you know if it's worth your hard earned money. Then Jerry joins us for an in-depth look at Hasbro and Kenner 3.75" scale AT-STs. With the new Wal Mart exclusive super AT-ST, Jerry takes us back in time to the Kenner vintage original and then all the rereleases through the years. And finally this week, perhaps you've heard that the new book The Complete Vader has had its release date pushed back from October, 2009 to October *2011*! Arnie already got his preorder from Amazon, and he reviews this book and discusses the issues surrounding its recall. With your voice mails and what's new at Brian's Toys, it's all this week on Star Wars Action News! Christmas is coming, and the toy aisles are humming! From Hasbro figures to vehicles, to Christmas decorations at Target, gift packages at Toys R Us, and lots of party supplies at Factory Card Outlet. So much Star Wars everywhere, and we try to run down as much of it as we can on this week's Star Wars Action News. Then also this week we have some in depth reviews. Have you been eying one of the flying vehicles, either the Jedi Starfighter or the Gunship? Arnie and Marjorie do their "consumer reports" rundown on the flying Jedi Starfighter to let you know if it's worth your hard earned money. Then Jerry joins us for an in-depth look at Hasbro and Kenner 3.75" scale AT-STs. With the new Wal Mart exclusive super AT-ST, Jerry takes us back in time to the Kenner vintage original and then all the rereleases through the years. And finally this week, perhaps you've heard that the new book The Complete Vader has had its release date pushed back from October, 2009 to October *2011*! Arnie already got his preorder from Amazon, and he reviews this book and discusses the issues surrounding its recall. With your voice mails and what's new at Brian's Toys, it's all this week on Star Wars Action News! Now with a lot of stuff! Christmas is coming, and the toy aisles are humming! From Hasbro figures to vehicles, to Christmas decorations at Target, gift packages at Toys R Us, and lots of party supplies at Factory Card Outlet. So much Star Wars everywhere, and we try to run down as much of it as we can on this week's Star Wars Action News. Then also this week we have some in depth reviews. Have you been eying one of the flying vehicles, either the Jedi Starfighter or the Gunship? Arnie and Marjorie do their "consumer reports" rundown on the flying Jedi Starfighter to let you know if it's worth your hard earned money. Then Jerry joins us for an in-depth look at Hasbro and Kenner 3.75" scale AT-STs. With the new Wal Mart exclusive super AT-ST, Jerry takes us back in time to the Kenner vintage original and then all the rereleases through the years. And finally this week, perhaps you've heard that the new book The Complete Vader has had its release date pushed back from October, 2009 to October *2011*! Arnie already got his preorder from Amazon, and he reviews this book and discusses the issues surrounding its recall. With your voice mails and what's new at Brian's Toys, it's all this week on Star Wars Action News! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 89:20 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 16 Nov 2009 00:00:01 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN221.MP3 No Movies & Television It seems the last few waves of both Legacy and Clone Wars figures have been scarce on toy shelves these past few months, but in time for Black Friday new toys are hitting and hitting hard. Be it the new revision of the Ughnaught, Cad Bane, the A New Hope Wave, or exclusives like Wal-Mart's Dewback or AT-ST, the time for collectors to shop is now! On the latest episode of Star Wars Action News, hosts Arnie, Marjorie, and Scott talk about which stores are most likely to have the figure you're looking for. Also this week on the podcast is a Hasbro Q&A discussing the sales of the Clone Turbo Tank, the ending of the Comic Pack line, the will-they-or-won't-they of the Bespin Guard variant, and the did-they-or-didn't-they of the Bearded/Beardless Hoth Trooper variant. With news of great online bargains and a recap of last Friday's Gentle Giant PGM sale, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News Podcast! It seems the last few waves of both Legacy and Clone Wars figures have been scarce on toy shelves these past few months, but in time for Black Friday new toys are hitting and hitting hard. Be it the new revision of the Ughnaught, Cad Bane, the A New Hope Wave, or exclusives like Wal-Mart's Dewback or AT-ST, the time for collectors to shop is now! On the latest episode of Star Wars Action News, hosts Arnie, Marjorie, and Scott talk about which stores are most likely to have the figure you're looking for. Also this week on the podcast is a Hasbro Q&A discussing the sales of the Clone Turbo Tank, the ending of the Comic Pack line, the will-they-or-won't-they of the Bespin Guard variant, and the did-they-or-didn't-they of the Bearded/Beardless Hoth Trooper variant. With news of great online bargains and a recap of last Friday's Gentle Giant PGM sale, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News Podcast! Now with Cad Bane! Finally! Hooray! It seems the last few waves of both Legacy and Clone Wars figures have been scarce on toy shelves these past few months, but in time for Black Friday new toys are hitting and hitting hard. Be it the new revision of the Ughnaught, Cad Bane, the A New Hope Wave, or exclusives like Wal-Mart's Dewback or AT-ST, the time for collectors to shop is now! On the latest episode of Star Wars Action News, hosts Arnie, Marjorie, and Scott talk about which stores are most likely to have the figure you're looking for. Also this week on the podcast is a Hasbro Q&A discussing the sales of the Clone Turbo Tank, the ending of the Comic Pack line, the will-they-or-won't-they of the Bespin Guard variant, and the did-they-or-didn't-they of the Bearded/Beardless Hoth Trooper variant. With news of great online bargains and a recap of last Friday's Gentle Giant PGM sale, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News Podcast! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 56:15 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 23 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN222.MP3 No Movies & Television The holiday season is now officially upon us (and yes, the stores have tried to tell us it's here for the past 4 weeks but now it's REALLY here). It's time to break out the wallets, bt this time it's not for any Sideshow or Gentle Giant pre-order, but for the loved ones in your life. And okay, maybe a bit for yourself as well. As is an annual tradition at Star Wars Action News, the hosts run down every Black Friday sale for those of you braving the crowds in the endless search for a bargain. And as there aren't as many bargains this year (no Target Black Friday exclusives) shopping for that perfect gift for the Star Wars lover in your life is now harder than ever. Fortunately Star Wars Action News is here to help. With your suggestions as posted in the Star Wars Action News forums as well as the hosts' own ideas, we tell you the best toys and collectibles to buy this year, and guaranteed they have some items you hadn't thought of. It's all this week on the all new Star Wars Action News! The holiday season is now officially upon us (and yes, the stores have tried to tell us it's here for the past 4 weeks but now it's REALLY here). It's time to break out the wallets, bt this time it's not for any Sideshow or Gentle Giant pre-order, but for the loved ones in your life. And okay, maybe a bit for yourself as well. As is an annual tradition at Star Wars Action News, the hosts run down every Black Friday sale for those of you braving the crowds in the endless search for a bargain. And as there aren't as many bargains this year (no Target Black Friday exclusives) shopping for that perfect gift for the Star Wars lover in your life is now harder than ever. Fortunately Star Wars Action News is here to help. With your suggestions as posted in the Star Wars Action News forums as well as the hosts' own ideas, we tell you the best toys and collectibles to buy this year, and guaranteed they have some items you hadn't thought of. It's all this week on the all new Star Wars Action News! Now with fewer bargains...wait, that's not a good thing! The holiday season is now officially upon us (and yes, the stores have tried to tell us it's here for the past 4 weeks but now it's REALLY here). It's time to break out the wallets, bt this time it's not for any Sideshow or Gentle Giant pre-order, but for the loved ones in your life. And okay, maybe a bit for yourself as well. As is an annual tradition at Star Wars Action News, the hosts run down every Black Friday sale for those of you braving the crowds in the endless search for a bargain. And as there aren't as many bargains this year (no Target Black Friday exclusives) shopping for that perfect gift for the Star Wars lover in your life is now harder than ever. Fortunately Star Wars Action News is here to help. With your suggestions as posted in the Star Wars Action News forums as well as the hosts' own ideas, we tell you the best toys and collectibles to buy this year, and guaranteed they have some items you hadn't thought of. It's all this week on the all new Star Wars Action News! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 67:46 Venganza Media Inc. Thu, 26 Nov 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN223.MP3 No Movies & Television Remember before Star Wars Episode I came out? How fans surfed the net for every scrap of information, every set pic? Freeze-framing the teaser trailer to figure out what was happening? Perhaps the biggest, longest Star Wars tease since Episode I was the oft-teased announcement of Star Wars Celebration V. And now, after what feels like eternity, the information has been revealed. Orlando. August. 4 Days. No one can be more excited than Arnie and Marjorie of Star Wars Action News, and on this week's episode they discuss this news. Also this week, we add an epilogue to our Star Wars Gift Holiday Guide. A few new items and bargains came to light this week and you can find out all about the deals in stores, online, and a special coupon for Hasbro toys on this week's show! With a review of Darth Bane: Dynasty of Evil, talk about foreign book collecting, and a UK report where you can win rare Star Wars actors' autographs, it's all this and more on this week's podcast of Star Wars Action News! Remember before Star Wars Episode I came out? How fans surfed the net for every scrap of information, every set pic? Freeze-framing the teaser trailer to figure out what was happening? Perhaps the biggest, longest Star Wars tease since Episode I was the oft-teased announcement of Star Wars Celebration V. And now, after what feels like eternity, the information has been revealed. Orlando. August. 4 Days. No one can be more excited than Arnie and Marjorie of Star Wars Action News, and on this week's episode they discuss this news. Also this week, we add an epilogue to our Star Wars Gift Holiday Guide. A few new items and bargains came to light this week and you can find out all about the deals in stores, online, and a special coupon for Hasbro toys on this week's show! With a review of Darth Bane: Dynasty of Evil, talk about foreign book collecting, and a UK report where you can win rare Star Wars actors' autographs, it's all this and more on this week's podcast of Star Wars Action News! The road to Celebration 5 begins...now! Remember before Star Wars Episode I came out? How fans surfed the net for every scrap of information, every set pic? Freeze-framing the teaser trailer to figure out what was happening? Perhaps the biggest, longest Star Wars tease since Episode I was the oft-teased announcement of Star Wars Celebration V. And now, after what feels like eternity, the information has been revealed. Orlando. August. 4 Days. No one can be more excited than Arnie and Marjorie of Star Wars Action News, and on this week's episode they discuss this news. Also this week, we add an epilogue to our Star Wars Gift Holiday Guide. A few new items and bargains came to light this week and you can find out all about the deals in stores, online, and a special coupon for Hasbro toys on this week's show! With a review of Darth Bane: Dynasty of Evil, talk about foreign book collecting, and a UK report where you can win rare Star Wars actors' autographs, it's all this and more on this week's podcast of Star Wars Action News! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 57:57 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 7 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN224.MP3 No Movies & Television Starting overseas, Star Wars in Concert has been touring the states for many months now. At last that tour has reached the midwest and last week they played in Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis. Marjorie, Arnie, and Kubrick Boba attended the concert and are here to give you an in-depth review of the concert and the exhibit outside. And after you've listened, be sure to visit www.swactionnews.com to see all the photos from the event. Also Arnie got the chance to talk to David Iskra, curator of the Star Wars props on the show. They talk about some of the origin of the props and some of the challenges unique to a Star Wars road show like this. And finally this week, it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Marjorie and Arnie talk about some of this year's new Hallmark ornaments, and Marjorie reveals how she made a vintage Empire Strikes Back Christmas Tree Skirt! With a Hasbro Q&A and what hot items you can still order from Brian's Toys for Christmas, it's all on Star Wars Action News! Starting overseas, Star Wars in Concert has been touring the states for many months now. At last that tour has reached the midwest and last week they played in Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis. Marjorie, Arnie, and Kubrick Boba attended the concert and are here to give you an in-depth review of the concert and the exhibit outside. And after you've listened, be sure to visit www.swactionnews.com to see all the photos from the event. Also Arnie got the chance to talk to David Iskra, curator of the Star Wars props on the show. They talk about some of the origin of the props and some of the challenges unique to a Star Wars road show like this. And finally this week, it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Marjorie and Arnie talk about some of this year's new Hallmark ornaments, and Marjorie reveals how she made a vintage Empire Strikes Back Christmas Tree Skirt! With a Hasbro Q&A and what hot items you can still order from Brian's Toys for Christmas, it's all on Star Wars Action News! Now with tuberculosis! Starting overseas, Star Wars in Concert has been touring the states for many months now. At last that tour has reached the midwest and last week they played in Chicago, St. Louis, and Indianapolis. Marjorie, Arnie, and Kubrick Boba attended the concert and are here to give you an in-depth review of the concert and the exhibit outside. And after you've listened, be sure to visit www.swactionnews.com to see all the photos from the event. Also Arnie got the chance to talk to David Iskra, curator of the Star Wars props on the show. They talk about some of the origin of the props and some of the challenges unique to a Star Wars road show like this. And finally this week, it's beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Marjorie and Arnie talk about some of this year's new Hallmark ornaments, and Marjorie reveals how she made a vintage Empire Strikes Back Christmas Tree Skirt! With a Hasbro Q&A and what hot items you can still order from Brian's Toys for Christmas, it's all on Star Wars Action News! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 67:00 Venganza Media Inc. Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN225.MP3 No Movies & Television If your Christmas shopping isn't yet done, here is Star Wars Action News with an episode bursting like a tree with too many presents for you to listen to while you shop! (And if you ARE done, well la de da, you can listen while everyone around you fights crowds in stores). On this week's podcast, Arnie and Marjorie talk to Kirker Butler, writer on Family Guy and now The Cleveland Show. Kirker is the head writer of the new Family Guy/Star Wars special, The Empire Strikes Back spoof Something, Something, Something Darkside (available Tuesday only on Blu Ray and DVD!). Kirker tells us a bit about the production process for this episode, if it will air on television, and what to expect in the future in the way of Star Wars/Family Guy episodes. Also this week, the hosts discuss custom "vintage" Star Wars Christmas Stockings and R2-D2 wreaths, and then give a run down of Star Wars news, including the rumors of a new Star Wars movie, the Force Unleashed Ultimate Sith Edition "exclusive" Hoth level's availability for download, and three new Sideshow 1/6 scale releases this past week. Then they are joined by Nathan who talks about collecting classic Star Wars comics, Darth Kozy gives a quick customizing tip to "fix" your newest figures, and Jerry gives us a vintage report on some "Christmas Tauntauns" (and Wampas too!) With your voice mails, a recount of a coffee-fueled impulse buy, and a brand new Hasbro Q&A uncovering the fate of some previously announced Galactic Heroes Battle Packs, it's all this week on the Star Wars Action News podcast! If your Christmas shopping isn't yet done, here is Star Wars Action News with an episode bursting like a tree with too many presents for you to listen to while you shop! (And if you ARE done, well la de da, you can listen while everyone around you fights crowds in stores). On this week's podcast, Arnie and Marjorie talk to Kirker Butler, writer on Family Guy and now The Cleveland Show. Kirker is the head writer of the new Family Guy/Star Wars special, The Empire Strikes Back spoof Something, Something, Something Darkside (available Tuesday only on Blu Ray and DVD!). Kirker tells us a bit about the production process for this episode, if it will air on television, and what to expect in the future in the way of Star Wars/Family Guy episodes. Also this week, the hosts discuss custom "vintage" Star Wars Christmas Stockings and R2-D2 wreaths, and then give a run down of Star Wars news, including the rumors of a new Star Wars movie, the Force Unleashed Ultimate Sith Edition "exclusive" Hoth level's availability for download, and three new Sideshow 1/6 scale releases this past week. Then they are joined by Nathan who talks about collecting classic Star Wars comics, Darth Kozy gives a quick customizing tip to "fix" your newest figures, and Jerry gives us a vintage report on some "Christmas Tauntauns" (and Wampas too!) With your voice mails, a recount of a coffee-fueled impulse buy, and a brand new Hasbro Q&A uncovering the fate of some previously announced Galactic Heroes Battle Packs, it's all this week on the Star Wars Action News podcast! Now with more...coffee cups? If your Christmas shopping isn't yet done, here is Star Wars Action News with an episode bursting like a tree with too many presents for you to listen to while you shop! (And if you ARE done, well la de da, you can listen while everyone around you fights crowds in stores). On this week's podcast, Arnie and Marjorie talk to Kirker Butler, writer on Family Guy and now The Cleveland Show. Kirker is the head writer of the new Family Guy/Star Wars special, The Empire Strikes Back spoof Something, Something, Something Darkside (available Tuesday only on Blu Ray and DVD!). Kirker tells us a bit about the production process for this episode, if it will air on television, and what to expect in the future in the way of Star Wars/Family Guy episodes. Also this week, the hosts discuss custom "vintage" Star Wars Christmas Stockings and R2-D2 wreaths, and then give a run down of Star Wars news, including the rumors of a new Star Wars movie, the Force Unleashed Ultimate Sith Edition "exclusive" Hoth level's availability for download, and three new Sideshow 1/6 scale releases this past week. Then they are joined by Nathan who talks about collecting classic Star Wars comics, Darth Kozy gives a quick customizing tip to "fix" your newest figures, and Jerry gives us a vintage report on some "Christmas Tauntauns" (and Wampas too!) With your voice mails, a recount of a coffee-fueled impulse buy, and a brand new Hasbro Q&A uncovering the fate of some previously announced Galactic Heroes Battle Packs, it's all this week on the Star Wars Action News podcast! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 105:54 Venganza Media Inc. Tue, 22 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN226.MP3 No Movies & Television Just over 10 years ago The Phantom Menace was rereleased in theaters for a limited run charity engagement, Episode I and Power of the Force 2 figures still shared pegs, and we were all still reeling from the death of our most beloved Wookiee. Now we look forward to a new decade of Star Wars with more years of the Clone Wars ahead of us, a still much promised live action TV series, and, of course, Star Wars Celebration V and the 30th Anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back. Join Arnie, Marjorie, Brock, Jason, Jerry, Nathan, and Scott as they look back on 2009 in Star Wars. Discussing all the major collectibles from Hasbro, Sideshow, Gentle Giant, and eFX Collectibles as well as the year in the expanded universe from books to comics to video games, and also reflect on how Star Wars has changed for them in the past 10 years. And finally they look forward to 2010 and what is to come... May it be a Happy and Star Wars filled New Year to all listeners of Star Wars Action News! Just over 10 years ago The Phantom Menace was rereleased in theaters for a limited run charity engagement, Episode I and Power of the Force 2 figures still shared pegs, and we were all still reeling from the death of our most beloved Wookiee. Now we look forward to a new decade of Star Wars with more years of the Clone Wars ahead of us, a still much promised live action TV series, and, of course, Star Wars Celebration V and the 30th Anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back. Join Arnie, Marjorie, Brock, Jason, Jerry, Nathan, and Scott as they look back on 2009 in Star Wars. Discussing all the major collectibles from Hasbro, Sideshow, Gentle Giant, and eFX Collectibles as well as the year in the expanded universe from books to comics to video games, and also reflect on how Star Wars has changed for them in the past 10 years. And finally they look forward to 2010 and what is to come... May it be a Happy and Star Wars filled New Year to all listeners of Star Wars Action News! There's No Place Like Home! Just over 10 years ago The Phantom Menace was rereleased in theaters for a limited run charity engagement, Episode I and Power of the Force 2 figures still shared pegs, and we were all still reeling from the death of our most beloved Wookiee. Now we look forward to a new decade of Star Wars with more years of the Clone Wars ahead of us, a still much promised live action TV series, and, of course, Star Wars Celebration V and the 30th Anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back. Join Arnie, Marjorie, Brock, Jason, Jerry, Nathan, and Scott as they look back on 2009 in Star Wars. Discussing all the major collectibles from Hasbro, Sideshow, Gentle Giant, and eFX Collectibles as well as the year in the expanded universe from books to comics to video games, and also reflect on how Star Wars has changed for them in the past 10 years. And finally they look forward to 2010 and what is to come... May it be a Happy and Star Wars filled New Year to all listeners of Star Wars Action News! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 128:21 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 28 Dec 2009 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN227.MP3 No Movies & Television It's a new year, and it's time for a new episode of Star Wars Action News! And this week's episode is all about collecting in 2010. Various Star Wars collecting websites have been breaking tons of news about Hasbro Star Wars toys in 2010 and what's new is...vintage? And the return of the Ultimate Galactic Hunt? Plus a giant, $100 AT-AT! arjorie and Arnie run down the highlights of this news and give you their impressions of what the best news is. Also this week, discounts to be had on Hasbro toys far and wide. From BOGO figures to $25 Rancors to $7 Droid Factory 2 packs. Find out what's on sale and where by listening to this episode! With a run down of new products revealed online, a segment on what it means to "collect books", and a review of the all new, GREAT issue of the Star Wars Insider, it's all his week on the Star Wars Action News Podcast! It's a new year, and it's time for a new episode of Star Wars Action News! And this week's episode is all about collecting in 2010. Various Star Wars collecting websites have been breaking tons of news about Hasbro Star Wars toys in 2010 and what's new is...vintage? And the return of the Ultimate Galactic Hunt? Plus a giant, $100 AT-AT! arjorie and Arnie run down the highlights of this news and give you their impressions of what the best news is. Also this week, discounts to be had on Hasbro toys far and wide. From BOGO figures to $25 Rancors to $7 Droid Factory 2 packs. Find out what's on sale and where by listening to this episode! With a run down of new products revealed online, a segment on what it means to "collect books", and a review of the all new, GREAT issue of the Star Wars Insider, it's all his week on the Star Wars Action News Podcast! Now with all the news on Hasbro's '10 Lineup! It's a new year, and it's time for a new episode of Star Wars Action News! And this week's episode is all about collecting in 2010. Various Star Wars collecting websites have been breaking tons of news about Hasbro Star Wars toys in 2010 and what's new is...vintage? And the return of the Ultimate Galactic Hunt? Plus a giant, $100 AT-AT! arjorie and Arnie run down the highlights of this news and give you their impressions of what the best news is. Also this week, discounts to be had on Hasbro toys far and wide. From BOGO figures to $25 Rancors to $7 Droid Factory 2 packs. Find out what's on sale and where by listening to this episode! With a run down of new products revealed online, a segment on what it means to "collect books", and a review of the all new, GREAT issue of the Star Wars Insider, it's all his week on the Star Wars Action News Podcast! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 105:10 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 11 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN228.MP3 No Movies & Television Since 1977 Star Wars fans have wanted to use the Force, be it squeezing fingers together to imagine choking a despotic boss or waving our hands so automatic doors open at the grocery store. But this was all taken one step further when Uncle Milton released their Star Wars Force Trainer, supposedly allowing Star Wars fans to use their mind to control a floating Jedi Training Remote. Arnie and Marjorie have put this "fun-ducational" toy through the paces, and report back on their findings on this week's podcast. Also this week, Gentle Giant Star Wars mini-busts seem to never be as coveted as when they are clones or when they are exclusives, and when they are exclusive clones collectors better watch out! The Gentle Giant Republic Commando mini-busts are reviewed on this week's show. With reviews of Star Wars blasters by both adults and children, a rundown on where to find $25 AT-STs, and more, it's all this week on Star Wars Action News, so go listen now! Since 1977 Star Wars fans have wanted to use the Force, be it squeezing fingers together to imagine choking a despotic boss or waving our hands so automatic doors open at the grocery store. But this was all taken one step further when Uncle Milton released their Star Wars Force Trainer, supposedly allowing Star Wars fans to use their mind to control a floating Jedi Training Remote. Arnie and Marjorie have put this "fun-ducational" toy through the paces, and report back on their findings on this week's podcast. Also this week, Gentle Giant Star Wars mini-busts seem to never be as coveted as when they are clones or when they are exclusives, and when they are exclusive clones collectors better watch out! The Gentle Giant Republic Commando mini-busts are reviewed on this week's show. With reviews of Star Wars blasters by both adults and children, a rundown on where to find $25 AT-STs, and more, it's all this week on Star Wars Action News, so go listen now! Including Uncle Milton Review #1: The Star Wars Force Trainer Since 1977 Star Wars fans have wanted to use the Force, be it squeezing fingers together to imagine choking a despotic boss or waving our hands so automatic doors open at the grocery store. But this was all taken one step further when Uncle Milton released their Star Wars Force Trainer, supposedly allowing Star Wars fans to use their mind to control a floating Jedi Training Remote. Arnie and Marjorie have put this "fun-ducational" toy through the paces, and report back on their findings on this week's podcast. Also this week, Gentle Giant Star Wars mini-busts seem to never be as coveted as when they are clones or when they are exclusives, and when they are exclusive clones collectors better watch out! The Gentle Giant Republic Commando mini-busts are reviewed on this week's show. With reviews of Star Wars blasters by both adults and children, a rundown on where to find $25 AT-STs, and more, it's all this week on Star Wars Action News, so go listen now! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 91:38 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 18 Jan 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN229.MP3 No Movies & Television Star Wars Action News is back and chalk full of nuts, if by nuts we're referring to Marjorie, Arnie, Steve, Jerry, and Brock! They're all here this week to bring you the latest Star Wars collecting news and reviews, talking about Wizards of the Coast dropping the license for Star Wars RPG books and minis to a review of the new Star Wars novel Crosscurrent, and reviews of the vintage Dewback creature and the new Adidas Star Wars shoes! With an interview about the SARLACC charity pin, your voice mails, and news on where you can buy a mini replica of the R2-D2 mailbox, it's all in this week's Star Wars Action News podcast! Star Wars Action News is back and chalk full of nuts, if by nuts we're referring to Marjorie, Arnie, Steve, Jerry, and Brock! They're all here this week to bring you the latest Star Wars collecting news and reviews, talking about Wizards of the Coast dropping the license for Star Wars RPG books and minis to a review of the new Star Wars novel Crosscurrent, and reviews of the vintage Dewback creature and the new Adidas Star Wars shoes! With an interview about the SARLACC charity pin, your voice mails, and news on where you can buy a mini replica of the R2-D2 mailbox, it's all in this week's Star Wars Action News podcast! Now with lots of guest segments! Star Wars Action News is back and chalk full of nuts, if by nuts we're referring to Marjorie, Arnie, Steve, Jerry, and Brock! They're all here this week to bring you the latest Star Wars collecting news and reviews, talking about Wizards of the Coast dropping the license for Star Wars RPG books and minis to a review of the new Star Wars novel Crosscurrent, and reviews of the vintage Dewback creature and the new Adidas Star Wars shoes! With an interview about the SARLACC charity pin, your voice mails, and news on where you can buy a mini replica of the R2-D2 mailbox, it's all in this week's Star Wars Action News podcast! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 77:14 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 1 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN230.MP3 No Movies & Television On Monday, February 8th at 9 a.m. PST one of the most limited prop replicas made in the past 10 years will go on sale--eFX Collectibles' Studio Scale McQuarrie Concept Darth Vader helmet. This piece, based on the original Ralph McQuarrie concept art for Darth Vader, is limited to 250 pieces. A small amount put up for pre-order at Entertainment Earth sold out in a number of hours, and fans are sure to be nervous about getting their hands on this extremely limited, gorgeous piece. This week on the Star Wars Action News podcast, Marjorie and Arnie catch you up on the history of this piece, including its appearances at San Diego Comic Con in 2008 and 2009. Then they are joined by Barry Jones of eFX Collectibles who tells some stories of the making of this fine piece. he also updates us on what Star Wars products are coming soon from eFX Collectibles, including an announcement of an extremely limited item to celebrate the 30th anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back! What is it? Listen to find out! Also on this show, Marjorie and Arnie bring you up to date on the current and future state of Hasbro Star Wars collecting in their latest round of Q&As Hasbro gave some very important pieces of information about the current state of the line and the future of Star Wars action figures. Hear this information summarized in this week's show. With a eulogy of Star Wars minis by Star Wars Miniverse podcast host Mark Cheddar, a round up of new Star Wars products on the internet, and more news about red-tagged Star Wars discounts, it's all in this week's podcast of Star Wars Action News! On Monday, February 8th at 9 a.m. PST one of the most limited prop replicas made in the past 10 years will go on sale--eFX Collectibles' Studio Scale McQuarrie Concept Darth Vader helmet. This piece, based on the original Ralph McQuarrie concept art for Darth Vader, is limited to 250 pieces. A small amount put up for pre-order at Entertainment Earth sold out in a number of hours, and fans are sure to be nervous about getting their hands on this extremely limited, gorgeous piece. This week on the Star Wars Action News podcast, Marjorie and Arnie catch you up on the history of this piece, including its appearances at San Diego Comic Con in 2008 and 2009. Then they are joined by Barry Jones of eFX Collectibles who tells some stories of the making of this fine piece. he also updates us on what Star Wars products are coming soon from eFX Collectibles, including an announcement of an extremely limited item to celebrate the 30th anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back! What is it? Listen to find out! Also on this show, Marjorie and Arnie bring you up to date on the current and future state of Hasbro Star Wars collecting in their latest round of Q&As Hasbro gave some very important pieces of information about the current state of the line and the future of Star Wars action figures. Hear this information summarized in this week's show. With a eulogy of Star Wars minis by Star Wars Miniverse podcast host Mark Cheddar, a round up of new Star Wars products on the internet, and more news about red-tagged Star Wars discounts, it's all in this week's podcast of Star Wars Action News! Now with more tin-plated signs! On Monday, February 8th at 9 a.m. PST one of the most limited prop replicas made in the past 10 years will go on sale--eFX Collectibles' Studio Scale McQuarrie Concept Darth Vader helmet. This piece, based on the original Ralph McQuarrie concept art for Darth Vader, is limited to 250 pieces. A small amount put up for pre-order at Entertainment Earth sold out in a number of hours, and fans are sure to be nervous about getting their hands on this extremely limited, gorgeous piece. This week on the Star Wars Action News podcast, Marjorie and Arnie catch you up on the history of this piece, including its appearances at San Diego Comic Con in 2008 and 2009. Then they are joined by Barry Jones of eFX Collectibles who tells some stories of the making of this fine piece. he also updates us on what Star Wars products are coming soon from eFX Collectibles, including an announcement of an extremely limited item to celebrate the 30th anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back! What is it? Listen to find out! Also on this show, Marjorie and Arnie bring you up to date on the current and future state of Hasbro Star Wars collecting in their latest round of Q&As Hasbro gave some very important pieces of information about the current state of the line and the future of Star Wars action figures. Hear this information summarized in this week's show. With a eulogy of Star Wars minis by Star Wars Miniverse podcast host Mark Cheddar, a round up of new Star Wars products on the internet, and more news about red-tagged Star Wars discounts, it's all in this week's podcast of Star Wars Action News! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 84:43 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 8 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN231.MP3 No Movies & Television Toy Fair starts soon! Listen to find out how to get all the coverage of the event from Star Wars Action News on Facebook, Twitter, and, of course, our podcast! Toy Fair starts soon! Listen to find out how to get all the coverage of the event from Star Wars Action News on Facebook, Twitter, and, of course, our podcast! Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for the fastest news updates! Toy Fair starts soon! Listen to find out how to get all the coverage of the event from Star Wars Action News on Facebook, Twitter, and, of course, our podcast! Toy Fair, Toyfair, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 4:22 Venganza Media Inc. Wed, 10 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWANBREAK009.MP3 No Movies & Television Toy Fair International in New York city officially begins Sunday, Feb 14th at New York's Javits Center, but as they've done for so many years Hasbro has given collector web sites early access to their displays! Listen to the first part of our Toy Fair coverage as Marjorie and Arnie review all the new items revealed by Hasbro, from their Big AT-AT to their new line of Vintage-type figures, and be sure to check out photos of all these items at swactionnews.com. Toy Fair International in New York city officially begins Sunday, Feb 14th at New York's Javits Center, but as they've done for so many years Hasbro has given collector web sites early access to their displays! Listen to the first part of our Toy Fair coverage as Marjorie and Arnie review all the new items revealed by Hasbro, from their Big AT-AT to their new line of Vintage-type figures, and be sure to check out photos of all these items at swactionnews.com. Look at the size of that thing! Toy Fair International in New York city officially begins Sunday, Feb 14th at New York's Javits Center, but as they've done for so many years Hasbro has given collector web sites early access to their displays! Listen to the first part of our Toy Fair coverage as Marjorie and Arnie review all the new items revealed by Hasbro, from their Big AT-AT to their new line of Vintage-type figures, and be sure to check out photos of all these items at swactionnews.com. San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 66:18 Venganza Media Inc. Sat, 13 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN232A.MP3 No Movies & Television Toy Fair International in New York city begins today, and Star Wars Action News is here to report on their hands-on viewing of new items from Lego, Kotobukiya, Diamond Select, Gentle Giant, and more, direct from the floor of the Javits Center in New York City! Listen to find out what hot new items you'll be looking for in 2010, and be sure to visit swactionnews.com to see photos of all the items we discuss! Toy Fair International in New York city begins today, and Star Wars Action News is here to report on their hands-on viewing of new items from Lego, Kotobukiya, Diamond Select, Gentle Giant, and more, direct from the floor of the Javits Center in New York City! Listen to find out what hot new items you'll be looking for in 2010, and be sure to visit swactionnews.com to see photos of all the items we discuss! Now with even more news about upcoming Star Wars releases! Toy Fair International in New York city begins today, and Star Wars Action News is here to report on their hands-on viewing of new items from Lego, Kotobukiya, Diamond Select, Gentle Giant, and more, direct from the floor of the Javits Center in New York City! Listen to find out what hot new items you'll be looking for in 2010, and be sure to visit swactionnews.com to see photos of all the items we discuss! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 52:40 Venganza Media Inc. Sun, 14 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN232B.MP3 No Movies & Television Last weekend was all about Toy Fair, and this weekend is all about...Toy Fair! Now that we've had a week to absorb all the new product announcements made at or during Toy Fair last weekend, Star Wars Action News is here to listen to your reactions to this news. Excited for a bigger AT-AT? Disappointed in lack of EU characters from Hasbro? Gunning for the new Boba Fett blaster? We round up fan response to all the new items released. And near the end of Toy Fair a new Star Wars licensee entered the fray--Super 7 with their Super Shogun Stormtrooper figure! We have an interview with Super 7 founder Brian Flynn to discuss this new, retro high-end collectible! With a roundup of new Star Wars Easter items and a UK report, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News podcast! Last weekend was all about Toy Fair, and this weekend is all about...Toy Fair! Now that we've had a week to absorb all the new product announcements made at or during Toy Fair last weekend, Star Wars Action News is here to listen to your reactions to this news. Excited for a bigger AT-AT? Disappointed in lack of EU characters from Hasbro? Gunning for the new Boba Fett blaster? We round up fan response to all the new items released. And near the end of Toy Fair a new Star Wars licensee entered the fray--Super 7 with their Super Shogun Stormtrooper figure! We have an interview with Super 7 founder Brian Flynn to discuss this new, retro high-end collectible! With a roundup of new Star Wars Easter items and a UK report, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News podcast! Now with more Luke! Last weekend was all about Toy Fair, and this weekend is all about...Toy Fair! Now that we've had a week to absorb all the new product announcements made at or during Toy Fair last weekend, Star Wars Action News is here to listen to your reactions to this news. Excited for a bigger AT-AT? Disappointed in lack of EU characters from Hasbro? Gunning for the new Boba Fett blaster? We round up fan response to all the new items released. And near the end of Toy Fair a new Star Wars licensee entered the fray--Super 7 with their Super Shogun Stormtrooper figure! We have an interview with Super 7 founder Brian Flynn to discuss this new, retro high-end collectible! With a roundup of new Star Wars Easter items and a UK report, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News podcast! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 95:51 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN233.MP3 No Movies & Television Star Wars Fast Food toys are back! 8 new Star Wars toys, previously released as foreign exclusives, are now included with each McDonalds Happy Meal you buy! But how many Happy Meals do you NEED to buy? 0! Listen this week to Star Wars Action News to find out how. Also this week, we discuss a rash of Republic Commando bust orders being cancelled by Entertainment Earth and what it may mean for other orders, Scott From Tulsa updates us on his figure purge, and Nathan talks about collecting comic books in all their forms. All this and more on Star Wars Action News! Star Wars Fast Food toys are back! 8 new Star Wars toys, previously released as foreign exclusives, are now included with each McDonalds Happy Meal you buy! But how many Happy Meals do you NEED to buy? 0! Listen this week to Star Wars Action News to find out how. Also this week, we discuss a rash of Republic Commando bust orders being cancelled by Entertainment Earth and what it may mean for other orders, Scott From Tulsa updates us on his figure purge, and Nathan talks about collecting comic books in all their forms. All this and more on Star Wars Action News! Now with more cholesterol! Star Wars Fast Food toys are back! 8 new Star Wars toys, previously released as foreign exclusives, are now included with each McDonalds Happy Meal you buy! But how many Happy Meals do you NEED to buy? 0! Listen this week to Star Wars Action News to find out how. Also this week, we discuss a rash of Republic Commando bust orders being cancelled by Entertainment Earth and what it may mean for other orders, Scott From Tulsa updates us on his figure purge, and Nathan talks about collecting comic books in all their forms. All this and more on Star Wars Action News! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 57:20 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 1 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN234.MP3 No Movies & Television Last year Uncle Milton came out with seeral Star Wars themed kits that are intended to be fun and educational. While the Force Trainer got most of the buzz, several other kits were also released. This week on Star Wars Action News, Arnie and Marjorie review the Mustufar Lava Volcano. Will a combination of baking soda, food coloring, and vinegar transport them to a galaxy far, far away or just leave them with more dishes to do? Listen to find out! Also this week, we have a review of the vintage Marvel Comics released in the UK by Dan, and Brock reviews the latest novel in the Fate of the Jedi series! Plus how you can win a free Star Wars Clone Wars vehicle from hasbro! All this and more is in this week's podcast! Last year Uncle Milton came out with seeral Star Wars themed kits that are intended to be fun and educational. While the Force Trainer got most of the buzz, several other kits were also released. This week on Star Wars Action News, Arnie and Marjorie review the Mustufar Lava Volcano. Will a combination of baking soda, food coloring, and vinegar transport them to a galaxy far, far away or just leave them with more dishes to do? Listen to find out! Also this week, we have a review of the vintage Marvel Comics released in the UK by Dan, and Brock reviews the latest novel in the Fate of the Jedi series! Plus how you can win a free Star Wars Clone Wars vehicle from hasbro! All this and more is in this week's podcast! Last year Uncle Milton came out with seeral Star Wars themed kits that are intended to be fun and educational. While the Force Trainer got most of the buzz, several other kits were also released. This week on Star Wars Action News, Arnie and Marjorie review the Mustufar Lava Volcano. Will a combination of baking soda, food coloring, and vinegar transport them to a galaxy far, far away or just leave them with more dishes to do? Listen to find out! Also this week, we have a review of the vintage Marvel Comics released in the UK by Dan, and Brock reviews the latest novel in the Fate of the Jedi series! Plus how you can win a free Star Wars Clone Wars vehicle from hasbro! All this and more is in this week's podcast! Now with baking soda and food coloring! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 67:14 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 8 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN235.MP3 No Movies & Television "This Lightsaber is your Light". Well, okay that's not quite what Obi-Wan said to Anakin in Attack of the Clones, but it would have been if Anakin was playing with Uncle Milton's Mini Lightsaber Tech Lab! Continuing their reviews of Uncle Milton Star Wars Science items, Arnie and Marjorie this week complete their training for mini-Jedi by constructing their mini-lightsaber. This is a brand new item from Uncle Milton and in stores now. How does it stack up? Listen to this week's podcast to find out! And then continue listening to find out how you can win an Uncle Milton Mini Lightsaber Tech Lab or an Uncle Milton Clone Trooper Recon Kit! Also on this week's Podcast, Marjorie and Arnie discuss the free chrome Stormtrooper, available this week from Toys R Us, they play your voicemails, and Arnie recounts a recent purchase at a local used record store. All this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News podcast! "This Lightsaber is your Light". Well, okay that's not quite what Obi-Wan said to Anakin in Attack of the Clones, but it would have been if Anakin was playing with Uncle Milton's Mini Lightsaber Tech Lab! Continuing their reviews of Uncle Milton Star Wars Science items, Arnie and Marjorie this week complete their training for mini-Jedi by constructing their mini-lightsaber. This is a brand new item from Uncle Milton and in stores now. How does it stack up? Listen to this week's podcast to find out! And then continue listening to find out how you can win an Uncle Milton Mini Lightsaber Tech Lab or an Uncle Milton Clone Trooper Recon Kit! Also on this week's Podcast, Marjorie and Arnie discuss the free chrome Stormtrooper, available this week from Toys R Us, they play your voicemails, and Arnie recounts a recent purchase at a local used record store. All this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News podcast! "This Lightsaber is your Light". Well, okay that's not quite what Obi-Wan said to Anakin in Attack of the Clones, but it would have been if Anakin was playing with Uncle Milton's Mini Lightsaber Tech Lab! Continuing their reviews of Uncle Milton Star Wars Science items, Arnie and Marjorie this week complete their training for mini-Jedi by constructing their mini-lightsaber. This is a brand new item from Uncle Milton and in stores now. How does it stack up? Listen to this week's podcast to find out! And then continue listening to find out how you can win an Uncle Milton Mini Lightsaber Tech Lab or an Uncle Milton Clone Trooper Recon Kit! Also on this week's Podcast, Marjorie and Arnie discuss the free chrome Stormtrooper, available this week from Toys R Us, they play your voicemails, and Arnie recounts a recent purchase at a local used record store. All this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News podcast! Now with tadpoles! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 62:20 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN236.MP3 No Movies & Television From 2005 to 2007 Master Replicas released three great LE sabers--Obi-Wan from Episode 3, Anakin from Episode 3, and Return of the Jedi Luke Skywalker version 2. Those sabers are long since sold out, but for those who are still looking to have these sabers represented in their collection eFX Collectibles stunt sabers are now out. For collectors looking for a less expensie prop replica, costumers wanting a lightweight saber on their belt, or people who missed out on these sabers the first time, these are shipping now. But being a less expensive resin prop, how do these compare to the originals? Arnie and Marjorie review these sabers this week to let you know! Also this week, Arnie interviews Backlash author Aaron Allston, Steve reports on Star Wars in Concert in the UK, and Marjorie and Arnie review a new Uncle Milton item! With a contest to win a new Clone Wars vehicle from Hasbro and more, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News. From 2005 to 2007 Master Replicas released three great LE sabers--Obi-Wan from Episode 3, Anakin from Episode 3, and Return of the Jedi Luke Skywalker version 2. Those sabers are long since sold out, but for those who are still looking to have these sabers represented in their collection eFX Collectibles stunt sabers are now out. For collectors looking for a less expensie prop replica, costumers wanting a lightweight saber on their belt, or people who missed out on these sabers the first time, these are shipping now. But being a less expensive resin prop, how do these compare to the originals? Arnie and Marjorie review these sabers this week to let you know! Also this week, Arnie interviews Backlash author Aaron Allston, Steve reports on Star Wars in Concert in the UK, and Marjorie and Arnie review a new Uncle Milton item! With a contest to win a new Clone Wars vehicle from Hasbro and more, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News. From 2005 to 2007 Master Replicas released three great LE sabers--Obi-Wan from Episode 3, Anakin from Episode 3, and Return of the Jedi Luke Skywalker version 2. Those sabers are long since sold out, but for those who are still looking to have these sabers represented in their collection eFX Collectibles stunt sabers are now out. For collectors looking for a less expensie prop replica, costumers wanting a lightweight saber on their belt, or people who missed out on these sabers the first time, these are shipping now. But being a less expensive resin prop, how do these compare to the originals? Arnie and Marjorie review these sabers this week to let you know! Also this week, Arnie interviews Backlash author Aaron Allston, Steve reports on Star Wars in Concert in the UK, and Marjorie and Arnie review a new Uncle Milton item! With a contest to win a new Clone Wars vehicle from Hasbro and more, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News. Now with more bugs! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 82:07 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 22 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN237.MP3 No Movies & Television When Hasbro recently announced the end of the Comic Pack line of figures, which give collectors and kids a bargain having two action figures and the comic in which they appeared for one low price, Star Wars fans were understandably upset. However, Hasbro is letting the series go out with a bang, releasing some hotly anticipated characters that factor big in the Star Wars Expanded Universe, from the comics to the novels to the video games. Figures such as Exar Kun and Blackhole make EU fans happy, while the clone 2-packs are an army-builder's dream come true. On this week's Star Wars Action News, Arnie and Marjorie review the last five comic packs to be released for mass distribution, and Nathan P Butler chimes in on comic pack collecting in relation to Star Wars stories and comic collecting. With your voice mails and a con rundown including Star Wars Celebration V VIP tickets and C2E2 Star Wars content, it's all this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News! When Hasbro recently announced the end of the Comic Pack line of figures, which give collectors and kids a bargain having two action figures and the comic in which they appeared for one low price, Star Wars fans were understandably upset. However, Hasbro is letting the series go out with a bang, releasing some hotly anticipated characters that factor big in the Star Wars Expanded Universe, from the comics to the novels to the video games. Figures such as Exar Kun and Blackhole make EU fans happy, while the clone 2-packs are an army-builder's dream come true. On this week's Star Wars Action News, Arnie and Marjorie review the last five comic packs to be released for mass distribution, and Nathan P Butler chimes in on comic pack collecting in relation to Star Wars stories and comic collecting. With your voice mails and a con rundown including Star Wars Celebration V VIP tickets and C2E2 Star Wars content, it's all this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News! When Hasbro recently announced the end of the Comic Pack line of figures, which give collectors and kids a bargain having two action figures and the comic in which they appeared for one low price, Star Wars fans were understandably upset. However, Hasbro is letting the series go out with a bang, releasing some hotly anticipated characters that factor big in the Star Wars Expanded Universe, from the comics to the novels to the video games. Figures such as Exar Kun and Blackhole make EU fans happy, while the clone 2-packs are an army-builder's dream come true. On this week's Star Wars Action News, Arnie and Marjorie review the last five comic packs to be released for mass distribution, and Nathan P Butler chimes in on comic pack collecting in relation to Star Wars stories and comic collecting. With your voice mails and a con rundown including Star Wars Celebration V VIP tickets and C2E2 Star Wars content, it's all this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News! Now with naked holograms! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 76:18 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 29 Mar 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN238.MP3 No Movies & Television In Germany this past weekend, one of the biggest Star Wars conventions outside Celebration V was held, Jedi Con. Featuring the first chance for anyone to buy Hasbro's new vintage style figures (the 4-LOM/Zuckuss reverse figure pack) and a bevvy of Star Wars celebrities, it was a Star Wars party not to be missed, and Star Wars Action News reporter Steve The Ginger Prince was there! Listen to his coverage of this *fan*tastic time, including a contest where you can win these vintage figures autographed by the actors who played 4-LOM and Zuckuss! Also this week, we continue our vintage coverage as Jerry begins a series looking back at vintage toys from The Empire Strikes Back. For this first installment Jerry looks at the Kenner Micro Collection of die-cast figures, and talks about some unproduced prototypes. Finally this week, Arnie and Marjorie review Sideshow's "The Circle is Now Complete" Darth Vader vs Obi-Wan diorama and Uncle Milton's Darth Vader's Robotic Arm educational toy. It's all this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News! In Germany this past weekend, one of the biggest Star Wars conventions outside Celebration V was held, Jedi Con. Featuring the first chance for anyone to buy Hasbro's new vintage style figures (the 4-LOM/Zuckuss reverse figure pack) and a bevvy of Star Wars celebrities, it was a Star Wars party not to be missed, and Star Wars Action News reporter Steve The Ginger Prince was there! Listen to his coverage of this *fan*tastic time, including a contest where you can win these vintage figures autographed by the actors who played 4-LOM and Zuckuss! Also this week, we continue our vintage coverage as Jerry begins a series looking back at vintage toys from The Empire Strikes Back. For this first installment Jerry looks at the Kenner Micro Collection of die-cast figures, and talks about some unproduced prototypes. Finally this week, Arnie and Marjorie review Sideshow's "The Circle is Now Complete" Darth Vader vs Obi-Wan diorama and Uncle Milton's Darth Vader's Robotic Arm educational toy. It's all this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News! In Germany this past weekend, one of the biggest Star Wars conventions outside Celebration V was held, Jedi Con. Featuring the first chance for anyone to buy Hasbro's new vintage style figures (the 4-LOM/Zuckuss reverse figure pack) and a bevvy of Star Wars celebrities, it was a Star Wars party not to be missed, and Star Wars Action News reporter Steve The Ginger Prince was there! Listen to his coverage of this *fan*tastic time, including a contest where you can win these vintage figures autographed by the actors who played 4-LOM and Zuckuss! Also this week, we continue our vintage coverage as Jerry begins a series looking back at vintage toys from The Empire Strikes Back. For this first installment Jerry looks at the Kenner Micro Collection of die-cast figures, and talks about some unproduced prototypes. Finally this week, Arnie and Marjorie review Sideshow's "The Circle is Now Complete" Darth Vader vs Obi-Wan diorama and Uncle Milton's Darth Vader's Robotic Arm educational toy. It's all this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News! Now with tiny metal men! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 78:36 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 5 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN239.MP3 No Movies & Television Paul S Kemp is Star Wars' newest author, and his novel Crosscurrent is making waves through fandom. It's selling well and has gotten good reviews, but certain plot points are causing controversy and discussion with Expanded Universe fans. On this week's Star Wars Action News podcast, we have Paul S Kemp on the show discussing why he wanted to write for Star Wars, and we go in depth on some of the book's more controversial aspects. Also this week, we discuss the newest Star Wars TV projects, say why Star Wars 3-D should not happen, and we have a Hasbro Q&A! All this and more on this week's podcast! Paul S Kemp is Star Wars' newest author, and his novel Crosscurrent is making waves through fandom. It's selling well and has gotten good reviews, but certain plot points are causing controversy and discussion with Expanded Universe fans. On this week's Star Wars Action News podcast, we have Paul S Kemp on the show discussing why he wanted to write for Star Wars, and we go in depth on some of the book's more controversial aspects. Also this week, we discuss the newest Star Wars TV projects, say why Star Wars 3-D should not happen, and we have a Hasbro Q&A! All this and more on this week's podcast! Paul S Kemp is Star Wars' newest author, and his novel Crosscurrent is making waves through fandom. It's selling well and has gotten good reviews, but certain plot points are causing controversy and discussion with Expanded Universe fans. On this week's Star Wars Action News podcast, we have Paul S Kemp on the show discussing why he wanted to write for Star Wars, and we go in depth on some of the book's more controversial aspects. Also this week, we discuss the newest Star Wars TV projects, say why Star Wars 3-D should not happen, and we have a Hasbro Q&A! All this and more on this week's podcast! Now with more TV shows! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 71:57 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 12 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN240.MP3 No Movies & Television It's hard to recall a Hasbro toy that has excited the collector base as much as their recent announcement of returning to the Star Wars style that made it famous--the cards from the 70s and early 80s with Hasbro's new The Vintage Collection. At Jedi-Con the first Vintage Collection figures were sold, the 4-Lom/Zuckuss reversed-name 2 pack, and this week on Star Wars Action News, Arnie and Marjorie provide the first hands-on review of this new figure style! Also this week, Jerry returns with his vintage reviews, continuing his look at the die-cast Kenner Micro Collection sets from The Empire Strikes Back. With a review of the Uncle Milton Optical Command Unit, two comic book reviews, news about Star Wars on Blu Ray, and a review of the Gentle Giant The Force Unleashed Sith Apprentice Mini-Bust 2-pack, it's all this week on the Star Wars Action News podcast! It's hard to recall a Hasbro toy that has excited the collector base as much as their recent announcement of returning to the Star Wars style that made it famous--the cards from the 70s and early 80s with Hasbro's new The Vintage Collection. At Jedi-Con the first Vintage Collection figures were sold, the 4-Lom/Zuckuss reversed-name 2 pack, and this week on Star Wars Action News, Arnie and Marjorie provide the first hands-on review of this new figure style! Also this week, Jerry returns with his vintage reviews, continuing his look at the die-cast Kenner Micro Collection sets from The Empire Strikes Back. With a review of the Uncle Milton Optical Command Unit, two comic book reviews, news about Star Wars on Blu Ray, and a review of the Gentle Giant The Force Unleashed Sith Apprentice Mini-Bust 2-pack, it's all this week on the Star Wars Action News podcast! It's hard to recall a Hasbro toy that has excited the collector base as much as their recent announcement of returning to the Star Wars style that made it famous--the cards from the 70s and early 80s with Hasbro's new The Vintage Collection. At Jedi-Con the first Vintage Collection figures were sold, the 4-Lom/Zuckuss reversed-name 2 pack, and this week on Star Wars Action News, Arnie and Marjorie provide the first hands-on review of this new figure style! Also this week, Jerry returns with his vintage reviews, continuing his look at the die-cast Kenner Micro Collection sets from The Empire Strikes Back. With a review of the Uncle Milton Optical Command Unit, two comic book reviews, news about Star Wars on Blu Ray, and a review of the Gentle Giant The Force Unleashed Sith Apprentice Mini-Bust 2-pack, it's all this week on the Star Wars Action News podcast! Now with a moment of clarity! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 80:15 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 19 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN241.MP3 No Movies & Television This has been an exciting week to be a Star Wars collector! New items have been made available for preorder from Gentle Giant, Sideshow, eFX Collectibles, plus Celebration 5 exclusives and more! And with new Hasbro EU figures showing up as well, it's been the busiest week we've had in a long time. Join Star Wars Action News as Arnie and Marjorie recap this week's new release info. Also this week, Marjorie and Arnie were excited to find the Di Agostini Die Cast vehicles and figures were being made available in the USA. Arnie faced the music (and the Comic Store owner) and bought 7 of these vehicles. We review them this week to see if they should become part of your collection. With an EU recap of Choose Your Own Adventure stories, a review of the Japanese handbags, and more, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News! This has been an exciting week to be a Star Wars collector! New items have been made available for preorder from Gentle Giant, Sideshow, eFX Collectibles, plus Celebration 5 exclusives and more! And with new Hasbro EU figures showing up as well, it's been the busiest week we've had in a long time. Join Star Wars Action News as Arnie and Marjorie recap this week's new release info. Also this week, Marjorie and Arnie were excited to find the Di Agostini Die Cast vehicles and figures were being made available in the USA. Arnie faced the music (and the Comic Store owner) and bought 7 of these vehicles. We review them this week to see if they should become part of your collection. With an EU recap of Choose Your Own Adventure stories, a review of the Japanese handbags, and more, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News! This has been an exciting week to be a Star Wars collector! New items have been made available for preorder from Gentle Giant, Sideshow, eFX Collectibles, plus Celebration 5 exclusives and more! And with new Hasbro EU figures showing up as well, it's been the busiest week we've had in a long time. Join Star Wars Action News as Arnie and Marjorie recap this week's new release info. Also this week, Marjorie and Arnie were excited to find the Di Agostini Die Cast vehicles and figures were being made available in the USA. Arnie faced the music (and the Comic Store owner) and bought 7 of these vehicles. We review them this week to see if they should become part of your collection. With an EU recap of Choose Your Own Adventure stories, a review of the Japanese handbags, and more, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News! Now more adequate than ever! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 71:26 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 26 Apr 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN242.MP3 No Movies & Television Can a sale on action figures not only help your wallet but change your worldview? The answer is "yes!" This week on Star Wars Action News, Marjorie and Arnie reflect on the insane sale on Star Wars figures last week at Toys R Us, and discuss not only how it allowed fans to stock up on figures at better-than-2005 prices, but also how it gave Arnie a totally new attitude towards collecting. Also this week we preview Gentle Giant's 2010 San Diego Comic Con Exclusive Mini-Bust, the third in StarWarsShop.com's Empire Strikes Back 30th Anniversary art collection, and Sideshow's new Captain Rex figure. With a Hasbro Q&A and more, it's all this week on Star Wars Action News! Can a sale on action figures not only help your wallet but change your worldview? The answer is "yes!" This week on Star Wars Action News, Marjorie and Arnie reflect on the insane sale on Star Wars figures last week at Toys R Us, and discuss not only how it allowed fans to stock up on figures at better-than-2005 prices, but also how it gave Arnie a totally new attitude towards collecting. Also this week we preview Gentle Giant's 2010 San Diego Comic Con Exclusive Mini-Bust, the third in StarWarsShop.com's Empire Strikes Back 30th Anniversary art collection, and Sideshow's new Captain Rex figure. With a Hasbro Q&A and more, it's all this week on Star Wars Action News! Can a sale on action figures not only help your wallet but change your worldview? The answer is "yes!" This week on Star Wars Action News, Marjorie and Arnie reflect on the insane sale on Star Wars figures last week at Toys R Us, and discuss not only how it allowed fans to stock up on figures at better-than-2005 prices, but also how it gave Arnie a totally new attitude towards collecting. Also this week we preview Gentle Giant's 2010 San Diego Comic Con Exclusive Mini-Bust, the third in StarWarsShop.com's Empire Strikes Back 30th Anniversary art collection, and Sideshow's new Captain Rex figure. With a Hasbro Q&A and more, it's all this week on Star Wars Action News! Now the rules are there are no rules... San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 51:33 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 3 May 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN243.MP3 No Movies & Television We have a special show with some special guests hosts taking up the mic this week on Star Wars Action News. On this week's show we talk about the end of the Hyperspace membership as we know it, the latest Celebration V perks, the Sideshow Captian Rex figure, plus other Star Wars gaming and collecting news from the internet and the store isles. Steve checks in with a UK Collecting Report from the Star Wars Fan Fun Day. Finally Sith Lords of Cincinnati take you along on a massive 10 store toy run to find out what they are finding. All this plus your voicemails on this weeks Star Wars Action News! We have a special show with some special guests hosts taking up the mic this week on Star Wars Action News. On this week's show we talk about the end of the Hyperspace membership as we know it, the latest Celebration V perks, the Sideshow Captian Rex figure, plus other Star Wars gaming and collecting news from the internet and the store isles. Steve checks in with a UK Collecting Report from the Star Wars Fan Fun Day. Finally Sith Lords of Cincinnati take you along on a massive 10 store toy run to find out what they are finding. All this plus your voicemails on this weeks Star Wars Action News! We have a special show with some special guests hosts taking up the mic this week on Star Wars Action News. On this week's show we talk about the end of the Hyperspace membership as we know it, the latest Celebration V perks, the Sideshow Captian Rex figure, plus other Star Wars gaming and collecting news from the internet and the store isles. Steve checks in with a UK Collecting Report from the Star Wars Fan Fun Day. Finally Sith Lords of Cincinnati take you along on a massive 10 store toy run to find out what they are finding. All this plus your voicemails on this weeks Star Wars Action News! Now with a Cincinnati Toy Run! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 83:07 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 10 May 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN244.MP3 No Movies & Television While this month Empire Strikes Back is hogging the spotlight what with a StarWars.com site redesign, a Wampa rug, and Cloud City C-3PO backpack, it's little brother Revenge of the Sith is turning 5 this month and to celebrate the staff of Star Wars Action News reflect on the final film in the Star Wars saga, recounting their experiences first watching the movie, Nathan P Butler joins us to reflect on the movie's acclaimed novelization, and Arnie and Marjorie review their favorite Revenge of the Sith collectible. Also they review a new Revenge of Sith Collectible--the Sideshow Yoda and Clone Trooper Premium Format Figure! Also this week, Marjorie talks to Ashley Eckstein, voice of Ahsoka Tano on the Clone Wars and founder of the Her Universe Star Wars clothing line for girls, Marjorie and Arnie explain why you HAVE to go to Celebration, and we review the figures in the Force Unleashed multi-packs. All this and more on the latest Star Wars Action News podcast! While this month Empire Strikes Back is hogging the spotlight what with a StarWars.com site redesign, a Wampa rug, and Cloud City C-3PO backpack, it's little brother Revenge of the Sith is turning 5 this month and to celebrate the staff of Star Wars Action News reflect on the final film in the Star Wars saga, recounting their experiences first watching the movie, Nathan P Butler joins us to reflect on the movie's acclaimed novelization, and Arnie and Marjorie review their favorite Revenge of the Sith collectible. Also they review a new Revenge of Sith Collectible--the Sideshow Yoda and Clone Trooper Premium Format Figure! Also this week, Marjorie talks to Ashley Eckstein, voice of Ahsoka Tano on the Clone Wars and founder of the Her Universe Star Wars clothing line for girls, Marjorie and Arnie explain why you HAVE to go to Celebration, and we review the figures in the Force Unleashed multi-packs. All this and more on the latest Star Wars Action News podcast! While this month Empire Strikes Back is hogging the spotlight what with a StarWars.com site redesign, a Wampa rug, and Cloud City C-3PO backpack, it's little brother Revenge of the Sith is turning 5 this month and to celebrate the staff of Star Wars Action News reflect on the final film in the Star Wars saga, recounting their experiences first watching the movie, Nathan P Butler joins us to reflect on the movie's acclaimed novelization, and Arnie and Marjorie review their favorite Revenge of the Sith collectible. Also they review a new Revenge of Sith Collectible--the Sideshow Yoda and Clone Trooper Premium Format Figure! Also this week, Marjorie talks to Ashley Eckstein, voice of Ahsoka Tano on the Clone Wars and founder of the Her Universe Star Wars clothing line for girls, Marjorie and Arnie explain why you HAVE to go to Celebration, and we review the figures in the Force Unleashed multi-packs. All this and more on the latest Star Wars Action News podcast! Now with smelly Tadpoles! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 107:34 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 17 May 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN245.MP3 No Movies & Television Last Friday was the 30th anniversary of the release of The Empire Strikes Back. It is undoubtedly daunting to try and make a follow-up to the most successful film of all time, but George Lucas was up to the task creating a film that many fans actually consider superior to the original. Lando, Boba Fett, Carbonite, and Luke's paternal revelation, all iconic images created with this second installment in the Star Wars saga. In celebration of this anniversary, Star Wars Action News brings you an extra-long episode full of your memories, your first time watching Empire Strikes Back on theaters or video, your favorite Empire toy, and more. And Jerry joins us with his favorite Empire collectibles, Nathan P. Butler gives us a retrospective of fandom and the EU when Empire was released, and Arnie reviews Alan Arnold's Once Upon A Galaxy -- The Making of The Empire Strikes Back. With the news of Lucas' arrival at Celebration 5, some new collectibles up for pre-order, and Harrison Ford as an old man, it's all this and more on this we ek's Star Wars Action News podcast! Last Friday was the 30th anniversary of the release of The Empire Strikes Back. It is undoubtedly daunting to try and make a follow-up to the most successful film of all time, but George Lucas was up to the task creating a film that many fans actually consider superior to the original. Lando, Boba Fett, Carbonite, and Luke's paternal revelation, all iconic images created with this second installment in the Star Wars saga. In celebration of this anniversary, Star Wars Action News brings you an extra-long episode full of your memories, your first time watching Empire Strikes Back on theaters or video, your favorite Empire toy, and more. And Jerry joins us with his favorite Empire collectibles, Nathan P. Butler gives us a retrospective of fandom and the EU when Empire was released, and Arnie reviews Alan Arnold's Once Upon A Galaxy -- The Making of The Empire Strikes Back. With the news of Lucas' arrival at Celebration 5, some new collectibles up for pre-order, and Harrison Ford as an old man, it's all this and more on this we ek's Star Wars Action News podcast! Last Friday was the 30th anniversary of the release of The Empire Strikes Back. It is undoubtedly daunting to try and make a follow-up to the most successful film of all time, but George Lucas was up to the task creating a film that many fans actually consider superior to the original. Lando, Boba Fett, Carbonite, and Luke's paternal revelation, all iconic images created with this second installment in the Star Wars saga. In celebration of this anniversary, Star Wars Action News brings you an extra-long episode full of your memories, your first time watching Empire Strikes Back on theaters or video, your favorite Empire toy, and more. And Jerry joins us with his favorite Empire collectibles, Nathan P. Butler gives us a retrospective of fandom and the EU when Empire was released, and Arnie reviews Alan Arnold's Once Upon A Galaxy -- The Making of The Empire Strikes Back. With the news of Lucas' arrival at Celebration 5, some new collectibles up for pre-order, and Harrison Ford as an old man, it's all this and more on this we ek's Star Wars Action News podcast! Now the greatest movie ever is 30 years old! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 137:06 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 24 May 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN246.MP3 No Movies & Television Right now is a hard time for Hasbro collectors with the latest waves of Legacy figures not regularly showing up on store pegs, but when Arnie finds a Spacetrooper and Shaak Ti at a Toys R Us, the hunt is on! Join Marjorie and Arnie as they tour the St. Louis region hitting one Toys R Us after another looking for more of this elusive wave of figures! Also on this week's podcast, a run down on the latest Celebration 5 announcements, a review of the Star Wars Cantina game, and Nathan provides a look back at collecting RPG books and supplements as Wizards of the Coast removes all Star Wars content from their site. All this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News! Right now is a hard time for Hasbro collectors with the latest waves of Legacy figures not regularly showing up on store pegs, but when Arnie finds a Spacetrooper and Shaak Ti at a Toys R Us, the hunt is on! Join Marjorie and Arnie as they tour the St. Louis region hitting one Toys R Us after another looking for more of this elusive wave of figures! Also on this week's podcast, a run down on the latest Celebration 5 announcements, a review of the Star Wars Cantina game, and Nathan provides a look back at collecting RPG books and supplements as Wizards of the Coast removes all Star Wars content from their site. All this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News! Right now is a hard time for Hasbro collectors with the latest waves of Legacy figures not regularly showing up on store pegs, but when Arnie finds a Spacetrooper and Shaak Ti at a Toys R Us, the hunt is on! Join Marjorie and Arnie as they tour the St. Louis region hitting one Toys R Us after another looking for more of this elusive wave of figures! Also on this week's podcast, a run down on the latest Celebration 5 announcements, a review of the Star Wars Cantina game, and Nathan provides a look back at collecting RPG books and supplements as Wizards of the Coast removes all Star Wars content from their site. All this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News! Now with iron-ons of all shapes and sizes! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 78:44 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 31 May 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN247.MP3 No Movies & Television Many people cited the Star Wars Action News/Jedi Temple Archives party as a high point of Star Wars Celebration 4. There, members from both sites got to meet people they previously only knew by forum handle, and make friends that they would spend the rest of the convention with. Now, Star Wars Action News and Yakface.com are teaming up to make the best party at C4 even better for C5! On Thursday, August 12th, the Star Wars Action News/Yakface party will be held at the Embassy International in Orlando. There will be music and prizes, as well as an exclusive shirt you will never be able to get anywhere else *free* with your admission! Tickets are on sale now at http://www.swactionnews.com/articles/C5/c5party.htm And on this week's episode of Star Wars Action News, Arnie and Marjorie are joined by Jayson from Yakface to talk about the party, and then Arnie and Marjorie are joined by Star Wars Topps Sketch Card artist Kevin Graham, who is doing the art for the Star Wars Action News/Yakface party's exclusive T-Shirt! And that's not the end of Star Wars Action News Celebration news! Listen to this week's podcast to find out which Collector Panel to attend to see Marjorie as one of the hosts! Also this week on the podcast, Arnie and Marjorie play your voicemails, including a detailed review from a listener of collectibles from Star Wars Weekends at Disney, and the Gingerprince reports in from the latest Collectormania in the UK. All this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News podcast! Many people cited the Star Wars Action News/Jedi Temple Archives party as a high point of Star Wars Celebration 4. There, members from both sites got to meet people they previously only knew by forum handle, and make friends that they would spend the rest of the convention with. Now, Star Wars Action News and Yakface.com are teaming up to make the best party at C4 even better for C5! On Thursday, August 12th, the Star Wars Action News/Yakface party will be held at the Embassy International in Orlando. There will be music and prizes, as well as an exclusive shirt you will never be able to get anywhere else *free* with your admission! Tickets are on sale now at http://www.swactionnews.com/articles/C5/c5party.htm And on this week's episode of Star Wars Action News, Arnie and Marjorie are joined by Jayson from Yakface to talk about the party, and then Arnie and Marjorie are joined by Star Wars Topps Sketch Card artist Kevin Graham, who is doing the art for the Star Wars Action News/Yakface party's exclusive T-Shirt! And that's not the end of Star Wars Action News Celebration news! Listen to this week's podcast to find out which Collector Panel to attend to see Marjorie as one of the hosts! Also this week on the podcast, Arnie and Marjorie play your voicemails, including a detailed review from a listener of collectibles from Star Wars Weekends at Disney, and the Gingerprince reports in from the latest Collectormania in the UK. All this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News podcast! Many people cited the Star Wars Action News/Jedi Temple Archives party as a high point of Star Wars Celebration 4. There, members from both sites got to meet people they previously only knew by forum handle, and make friends that they would spend the rest of the convention with. Now, Star Wars Action News and Yakface.com are teaming up to make the best party at C4 even better for C5! On Thursday, August 12th, the Star Wars Action News/Yakface party will be held at the Embassy International in Orlando. There will be music and prizes, as well as an exclusive shirt you will never be able to get anywhere else *free* with your admission! Tickets are on sale now at http://www.swactionnews.com/articles/C5/c5party.htm And on this week's episode of Star Wars Action News, Arnie and Marjorie are joined by Jayson from Yakface to talk about the party, and then Arnie and Marjorie are joined by Star Wars Topps Sketch Card artist Kevin Graham, who is doing the art for the Star Wars Action News/Yakface party's exclusive T-Shirt! And that's not the end of Star Wars Action News Celebration news! Listen to this week's podcast to find out which Collector Panel to attend to see Marjorie as one of the hosts! Also this week on the podcast, Arnie and Marjorie play your voicemails, including a detailed review from a listener of collectibles from Star Wars Weekends at Disney, and the Gingerprince reports in from the latest Collectormania in the UK. All this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News podcast! Now with the best party of Celebration! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 85:32 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 07 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN248.MP3 No Movies & Television On this week's Star Wars Action News, Arnie and Marjorie bring in their allies for a jam-packed show! First, ally site Jedi Temple Archives has put out a definitive collector's view of the 2010 Legacy Collection, and Paul from JediTempleArchives joins us this week to talk about the report and all the work that went into it. Then Star Wars Action News ally and podcast enhancer Berent goes to The Vader Project in Los Angeles. He gives a detailed rundown of the event and interviews its curators! Listen to his report, then head to swactionnews.com to see all his pictures of the helmets. And if that's not enough, Jerry is here to give the third part of his vintage micro-collection series, and Brock reviews the new Fate of the Jedi novel--Allies! With store reports, the latest online news, and a Celebration 5 news rundown, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News podcast! And don't forget that Star Wars Action News allied with Yakface.com to deliver THE party you won't want to miss at Star Wars Celebration 5! After only one week on sale, tickets are *75% sold out*! Even though we're looking at adding more capacity, head to http://www.swactionnews.com/articles/C5/c5party.htm and get yours before we sell out! On this week's Star Wars Action News, Arnie and Marjorie bring in their allies for a jam-packed show! First, ally site Jedi Temple Archives has put out a definitive collector's view of the 2010 Legacy Collection, and Paul from JediTempleArchives joins us this week to talk about the report and all the work that went into it. Then Star Wars Action News ally and podcast enhancer Berent goes to The Vader Project in Los Angeles. He gives a detailed rundown of the event and interviews its curators! Listen to his report, then head to swactionnews.com to see all his pictures of the helmets. And if that's not enough, Jerry is here to give the third part of his vintage micro-collection series, and Brock reviews the new Fate of the Jedi novel--Allies! With store reports, the latest online news, and a Celebration 5 news rundown, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News podcast! And don't forget that Star Wars Action News allied with Yakface.com to deliver THE party you won't want to miss at Star Wars Celebration 5! After only one week on sale, tickets are *75% sold out*! Even though we're looking at adding more capacity, head to http://www.swactionnews.com/articles/C5/c5party.htm and get yours before we sell out! On this week's Star Wars Action News, Arnie and Marjorie bring in their allies for a jam-packed show! First, ally site Jedi Temple Archives has put out a definitive collector's view of the 2010 Legacy Collection, and Paul from JediTempleArchives joins us this week to talk about the report and all the work that went into it. Then Star Wars Action News ally and podcast enhancer Berent goes to The Vader Project in Los Angeles. He gives a detailed rundown of the event and interviews its curators! Listen to his report, then head to swactionnews.com to see all his pictures of the helmets. And if that's not enough, Jerry is here to give the third part of his vintage micro-collection series, and Brock reviews the new Fate of the Jedi novel--Allies! With store reports, the latest online news, and a Celebration 5 news rundown, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News podcast! And don't forget that Star Wars Action News allied with Yakface.com to deliver THE party you won't want to miss at Star Wars Celebration 5! After only one week on sale, tickets are *75% sold out*! Even though we're looking at adding more capacity, head to http://www.swactionnews.com/articles/C5/c5party.htm and get yours before we sell out! Now with fewer tickets! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 59:36 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 14 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN249.MP3 No Movies & Television When it comes to Star Wars collecting news Toy Fair and San Diego Comic Con are no brainers, but each year E3 brings us the latest in Star Wars video game news, and this year had more than most! With a Star Wars game for the X-Box Kinect, a new trailer for The Old Republic, a trailer for The Force Unleashed 2, and much, much more, on this week's Star Wars Action News podcast Arnie and Marjorie are joined by Nathan P Butler to review all the news from E3 that would impace Star Wars video game players and collectors! Also this week, Marjorie and Arnie round up the latest news from Celebration 5, including announcement of The Main Event, we discuss the newest online releases, we review the final EU wave of figures and the Disney exclusive Star Tours Boarding Party figure pack! All this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News! And don't forget, tickets are selling fast for the Yakface/Star Wars Action News party Thursday night at Celebration 5! Get yours before they're gone at http://www.swactionnews.com/articles/C5/c5party.htm! When it comes to Star Wars collecting news Toy Fair and San Diego Comic Con are no brainers, but each year E3 brings us the latest in Star Wars video game news, and this year had more than most! With a Star Wars game for the X-Box Kinect, a new trailer for The Old Republic, a trailer for The Force Unleashed 2, and much, much more, on this week's Star Wars Action News podcast Arnie and Marjorie are joined by Nathan P Butler to review all the news from E3 that would impace Star Wars video game players and collectors! Also this week, Marjorie and Arnie round up the latest news from Celebration 5, including announcement of The Main Event, we discuss the newest online releases, we review the final EU wave of figures and the Disney exclusive Star Tours Boarding Party figure pack! All this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News! And don't forget, tickets are selling fast for the Yakface/Star Wars Action News party Thursday night at Celebration 5! Get yours before they're gone at http://www.swactionnews.com/articles/C5/c5party.htm! When it comes to Star Wars collecting news Toy Fair and San Diego Comic Con are no brainers, but each year E3 brings us the latest in Star Wars video game news, and this year had more than most! With a Star Wars game for the X-Box Kinect, a new trailer for The Old Republic, a trailer for The Force Unleashed 2, and much, much more, on this week's Star Wars Action News podcast Arnie and Marjorie are joined by Nathan P Butler to review all the news from E3 that would impace Star Wars video game players and collectors! Also this week, Marjorie and Arnie round up the latest news from Celebration 5, including announcement of The Main Event, we discuss the newest online releases, we review the final EU wave of figures and the Disney exclusive Star Tours Boarding Party figure pack! All this and more on this week's Star Wars Action News! And don't forget, tickets are selling fast for the Yakface/Star Wars Action News party Thursday night at Celebration 5! Get yours before they're gone at http://www.swactionnews.com/articles/C5/c5party.htm! Now with a faster refresh rate San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 88:15 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 21 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN250.MP3 No Movies & Television A lot of focus for Celebration 5 is on what will be there, such as George Lucas, Jon Stewart, lots of cool artists, and Frank D'Iorio leading members in making a Hoth Diorama, but with all of this there are a few notable absences from the upcoming Celebration. On this week's Star Wars Action News, Marjorie and Arnie round up all the Celebration 5 news of the week, both of what has been announced will be at Celebration, and what (or who) will not. Also this week, we bring you up to date on all the latest Star Wars collecting news, with new releases online from Sideshow, Funko, and Gentle Giant, and a rundown of where you can order the upcoming Hasbro Legacy collection Vintage-style figures NOW! As well as a look at a recently revealed vehicle exclusive, and more details on the upcoming giant AT-AT. With a discussion of the digital Insider subscription model, more on Her Universe girls' tees, and more, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News podcast! And as of this writing there are only *10* tickets left to the Star Wars Action News/Yakface party at Celebration 5! Don't miss out, order your tickets now at http://www.swactionnews.com/articles/C5/c5party.htm! And if you're getting into Celebration on Wednesday, Arnie and Marjorie will be MCing a Star Wars Trivia night at Heroes Landing in Clermont at 7pm with all proceeds going to the Leukemia/Lymphoma Society! Find out details on how to attend at http://reviewstarwars.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=15546 A lot of focus for Celebration 5 is on what will be there, such as George Lucas, Jon Stewart, lots of cool artists, and Frank D'Iorio leading members in making a Hoth Diorama, but with all of this there are a few notable absences from the upcoming Celebration. On this week's Star Wars Action News, Marjorie and Arnie round up all the Celebration 5 news of the week, both of what has been announced will be at Celebration, and what (or who) will not. Also this week, we bring you up to date on all the latest Star Wars collecting news, with new releases online from Sideshow, Funko, and Gentle Giant, and a rundown of where you can order the upcoming Hasbro Legacy collection Vintage-style figures NOW! As well as a look at a recently revealed vehicle exclusive, and more details on the upcoming giant AT-AT. With a discussion of the digital Insider subscription model, more on Her Universe girls' tees, and more, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News podcast! And as of this writing there are only *10* tickets left to the Star Wars Action News/Yakface party at Celebration 5! Don't miss out, order your tickets now at http://www.swactionnews.com/articles/C5/c5party.htm! And if you're getting into Celebration on Wednesday, Arnie and Marjorie will be MCing a Star Wars Trivia night at Heroes Landing in Clermont at 7pm with all proceeds going to the Leukemia/Lymphoma Society! Find out details on how to attend at http://reviewstarwars.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=15546 A lot of focus for Celebration 5 is on what will be there, such as George Lucas, Jon Stewart, lots of cool artists, and Frank D'Iorio leading members in making a Hoth Diorama, but with all of this there are a few notable absences from the upcoming Celebration. On this week's Star Wars Action News, Marjorie and Arnie round up all the Celebration 5 news of the week, both of what has been announced will be at Celebration, and what (or who) will not. Also this week, we bring you up to date on all the latest Star Wars collecting news, with new releases online from Sideshow, Funko, and Gentle Giant, and a rundown of where you can order the upcoming Hasbro Legacy collection Vintage-style figures NOW! As well as a look at a recently revealed vehicle exclusive, and more details on the upcoming giant AT-AT. With a discussion of the digital Insider subscription model, more on Her Universe girls' tees, and more, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News podcast! And as of this writing there are only *10* tickets left to the Star Wars Action News/Yakface party at Celebration 5! Don't miss out, order your tickets now at http://www.swactionnews.com/articles/C5/c5party.htm! And if you're getting into Celebration on Wednesday, Arnie and Marjorie will be MCing a Star Wars Trivia night at Heroes Landing in Clermont at 7pm with all proceeds going to the Leukemia/Lymphoma Society! Find out details on how to attend at http://reviewstarwars.com/forums/viewtopic.php?f=16&t=15546 Featuring what's NOT at Celebration 5! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 57:02 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 28 Jun 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN251.MP3 No Movies & Television Have you been to your local Toys R Us lately? Coast to coast, reports are coming in that Toys R Us is breaking street date with their stock of new figures, Saga Legends, The Clone Wars, and Vintage Collection, all hitting pegs en masse! The Snowspeeder, Cloud Car, and Republic Tank vehicles have been spotted as well! While releases are spotty, some stores putting out everything and some putting out nothing at all, with a buy-one-get-one 50% off deal it's too enticing to pass up! Listen to this week's Star Wars Action News podcast as show listeners call in with reports and reviews on these brand new Hasbro toys! Also this week, Arnie and Marjorie round up the latest convention news, including San Diego Comic Con exclusives and Star Wars Celebration 5 exclusives, including a special collectible from the C5 collector's panels. With a Hasbro Q&A and more, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News! And while tickets are SOLD OUT for the Star Wars Action News/Yakface party at Star Wars Celebration 5, you can sign up for the waitlist in case a handful come available. For information n how to get on the waitlist, your only chance to get the awesome exclusive shirt designed by Kevin Graham, go to http://www.swactionnews.com/articles/C5/c5party.htm Have you been to your local Toys R Us lately? Coast to coast, reports are coming in that Toys R Us is breaking street date with their stock of new figures, Saga Legends, The Clone Wars, and Vintage Collection, all hitting pegs en masse! The Snowspeeder, Cloud Car, and Republic Tank vehicles have been spotted as well! While releases are spotty, some stores putting out everything and some putting out nothing at all, with a buy-one-get-one 50% off deal it's too enticing to pass up! Listen to this week's Star Wars Action News podcast as show listeners call in with reports and reviews on these brand new Hasbro toys! Also this week, Arnie and Marjorie round up the latest convention news, including San Diego Comic Con exclusives and Star Wars Celebration 5 exclusives, including a special collectible from the C5 collector's panels. With a Hasbro Q&A and more, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News! And while tickets are SOLD OUT for the Star Wars Action News/Yakface party at Star Wars Celebration 5, you can sign up for the waitlist in case a handful come available. For information n how to get on the waitlist, your only chance to get the awesome exclusive shirt designed by Kevin Graham, go to http://www.swactionnews.com/articles/C5/c5party.htm Have you been to your local Toys R Us lately? Coast to coast, reports are coming in that Toys R Us is breaking street date with their stock of new figures, Saga Legends, The Clone Wars, and Vintage Collection, all hitting pegs en masse! The Snowspeeder, Cloud Car, and Republic Tank vehicles have been spotted as well! While releases are spotty, some stores putting out everything and some putting out nothing at all, with a buy-one-get-one 50% off deal it's too enticing to pass up! Listen to this week's Star Wars Action News podcast as show listeners call in with reports and reviews on these brand new Hasbro toys! Also this week, Arnie and Marjorie round up the latest convention news, including San Diego Comic Con exclusives and Star Wars Celebration 5 exclusives, including a special collectible from the C5 collector's panels. With a Hasbro Q&A and more, it's all on this week's Star Wars Action News! And while tickets are SOLD OUT for the Star Wars Action News/Yakface party at Star Wars Celebration 5, you can sign up for the waitlist in case a handful come available. For information n how to get on the waitlist, your only chance to get the awesome exclusive shirt designed by Kevin Graham, go to http://www.swactionnews.com/articles/C5/c5party.htm Now with vintage figures on pegs! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 73:34 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 05 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN252.MP3 No Movies & Television Last week on Star Wars Action News, hosts Marjorie and Arnie shared in the excitement of many excited listeners who found the new Vintage Collection Star Wars figures at Toys R Us stores across the country. Now the hosts of Star Wars Action News are excited themselves, as they too found a Toys R Us stocked with Vintage figures! Listen to this week’s podcast to hear their hands-on reviews of these figures! Also on this week’s show, they review the Star Wars Poker Chips from Cardamundi, the Star Wars logo shirt from Her Universe, and the Gentle Giant Star Wars Bookends from Borders! And if that’s not enough, they tell you where you can look to find the elusive last wave of Hasbro Titanium vehicles...for $4 each! All this, plus updates on Star Wars Celebration V, San Diego Comic Con International, Star Wars Space Camp, and more on this week’s Star Wars Action News! Last week on Star Wars Action News, hosts Marjorie and Arnie shared in the excitement of many excited listeners who found the new Vintage Collection Star Wars figures at Toys R Us stores across the country. Now the hosts of Star Wars Action News are excited themselves, as they too found a Toys R Us stocked with Vintage figures! Listen to this week’s podcast to hear their hands-on reviews of these figures! Also on this week’s show, they review the Star Wars Poker Chips from Cardamundi, the Star Wars logo shirt from Her Universe, and the Gentle Giant Star Wars Bookends from Borders! And if that’s not enough, they tell you where you can look to find the elusive last wave of Hasbro Titanium vehicles...for $4 each! All this, plus updates on Star Wars Celebration V, San Diego Comic Con International, Star Wars Space Camp, and more on this week’s Star Wars Action News! Last week on Star Wars Action News, hosts Marjorie and Arnie shared in the excitement of many excited listeners who found the new Vintage Collection Star Wars figures at Toys R Us stores across the country. Now the hosts of Star Wars Action News are excited themselves, as they too found a Toys R Us stocked with Vintage figures! Listen to this week’s podcast to hear their hands-on reviews of these figures! Also on this week’s show, they review the Star Wars Poker Chips from Cardamundi, the Star Wars logo shirt from Her Universe, and the Gentle Giant Star Wars Bookends from Borders! And if that’s not enough, they tell you where you can look to find the elusive last wave of Hasbro Titanium vehicles...for $4 each! All this, plus updates on Star Wars Celebration V, San Diego Comic Con International, Star Wars Space Camp, and more on this week’s Star Wars Action News! Now with a big ol’ AT-AT! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 76:25 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN253.MP3 No Movies & Television First revealed at Toy Fair International in February, 2010, the new Hasbro AT-AT has been one of the most anticipated new Star Wars toys in a long time. Standing over 2 feet tall, coming with an AT-AT Driver and Snow Speeder Bike, having electronic lights and sounds, and just being all-around awesome (plus exclusive vintage-style packaging), collectors have been in a frenzy of excitement for this new toy. On this week's Star Wars Action News, Marjorie and Arnie have their hands on this new toy and review it for you in tremendous detail. Then Jerry joins us for a second-perspective AT-AT review and comparison of this brand-new AT-AT versus the classic, vintage AT-AT, as well as another vintage AT-AT related item. Also on this week's show, Marjorie and Arnie also review the upcoming exclusive figures from San Diego Comic Con and Star Wars Celebration 5, including the Darth Maul and Uncle Owen comic pack, the Cammie and Fixer comic pack, and the vintage style 4-LOM and Zuckuss two pack. With a Celebration 5 news round-up, an online collecting rundown, and on-location coverage of this past weekend's London Film & Comic Con, it's all this week on the Star Wars Action News podcast! First revealed at Toy Fair International in February, 2010, the new Hasbro AT-AT has been one of the most anticipated new Star Wars toys in a long time. Standing over 2 feet tall, coming with an AT-AT Driver and Snow Speeder Bike, having electronic lights and sounds, and just being all-around awesome (plus exclusive vintage-style packaging), collectors have been in a frenzy of excitement for this new toy. On this week's Star Wars Action News, Marjorie and Arnie have their hands on this new toy and review it for you in tremendous detail. Then Jerry joins us for a second-perspective AT-AT review and comparison of this brand-new AT-AT versus the classic, vintage AT-AT, as well as another vintage AT-AT related item. Also on this week's show, Marjorie and Arnie also review the upcoming exclusive figures from San Diego Comic Con and Star Wars Celebration 5, including the Darth Maul and Uncle Owen comic pack, the Cammie and Fixer comic pack, and the vintage style 4-LOM and Zuckuss two pack. With a Celebration 5 news round-up, an online collecting rundown, and on-location coverage of this past weekend's London Film & Comic Con, it's all this week on the Star Wars Action News podcast! First revealed at Toy Fair International in February, 2010, the new Hasbro AT-AT has been one of the most anticipated new Star Wars toys in a long time. Standing over 2 feet tall, coming with an AT-AT Driver and Snow Speeder Bike, having electronic lights and sounds, and just being all-around awesome (plus exclusive vintage-style packaging), collectors have been in a frenzy of excitement for this new toy. On this week's Star Wars Action News, Marjorie and Arnie have their hands on this new toy and review it for you in tremendous detail. Then Jerry joins us for a second-perspective AT-AT review and comparison of this brand-new AT-AT versus the classic, vintage AT-AT, as well as another vintage AT-AT related item. Also on this week's show, Marjorie and Arnie also review the upcoming exclusive figures from San Diego Comic Con and Star Wars Celebration 5, including the Darth Maul and Uncle Owen comic pack, the Cammie and Fixer comic pack, and the vintage style 4-LOM and Zuckuss two pack. With a Celebration 5 news round-up, an online collecting rundown, and on-location coverage of this past weekend's London Film & Comic Con, it's all this week on the Star Wars Action News podcast! Now with a truly great and giant toy. San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 77:31 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 19 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN254.MP3 No Movies & Television Marjorie and Arnie are covering their fifth San Diego Comic Con and tonight, preview night, they report on the newly shown items from Hallmark, Hasbro, eFX, and more! Marjorie and Arnie are covering their fifth San Diego Comic Con and tonight, preview night, they report on the newly shown items from Hallmark, Hasbro, eFX, and more! Marjorie and Arnie are covering their fifth San Diego Comic Con and tonight, preview night, they report on the newly shown items from Hallmark, Hasbro, eFX, and more! Now with a Mando Dance Troupe! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 37:16 Venganza Media Inc. Thu, 22 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN255A.MP3 No Movies & Television This past weekend ComicCon International in San Diego made news from announcements of the cast of the new Avengers film to someone being stabbed in the face over a seating dispute. However Star Wars news has remained mostly under the radar, overshadowed by the looming Star Wars Celebration 5 just two short weeks away. But despite the lack of focus, SDCC held lots of information for Star Wars collectors, from panels to the exhibit room floor. On this second part of Star Wars Action News' SDCC 2010 Coverage, Marjorie and Arnie review all the panels and floor offerings, including the new Family Guy Star Wars spoof, the book Star Wars Year by Year, and product previews from Sideshow, Gentle Giant, Super 7, Acme Archives, Her Universe, Kotobukiya, Lego, Museum Replicas, Hallmark, and even more! Plus the hosts have THREE EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS in this podcast, with Hasbro's Darryl DePriest, head of the Star Wars toy line, as well as representatives of Hallmark discussing their new collectibles and ornaments, and Gentle Giant talking about the 12" figures, other product offerings, and Slave Leias. And after you listen to this week's Star Wars Action News, be sure to stop by the web site at swactionnews.com to view their photo galleries of all the items discussed! This past weekend ComicCon International in San Diego made news from announcements of the cast of the new Avengers film to someone being stabbed in the face over a seating dispute. However Star Wars news has remained mostly under the radar, overshadowed by the looming Star Wars Celebration 5 just two short weeks away. But despite the lack of focus, SDCC held lots of information for Star Wars collectors, from panels to the exhibit room floor. On this second part of Star Wars Action News' SDCC 2010 Coverage, Marjorie and Arnie review all the panels and floor offerings, including the new Family Guy Star Wars spoof, the book Star Wars Year by Year, and product previews from Sideshow, Gentle Giant, Super 7, Acme Archives, Her Universe, Kotobukiya, Lego, Museum Replicas, Hallmark, and even more! Plus the hosts have THREE EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS in this podcast, with Hasbro's Darryl DePriest, head of the Star Wars toy line, as well as representatives of Hallmark discussing their new collectibles and ornaments, and Gentle Giant talking about the 12" figures, other product offerings, and Slave Leias. And after you listen to this week's Star Wars Action News, be sure to stop by the web site at swactionnews.com to view their photo galleries of all the items discussed! This past weekend ComicCon International in San Diego made news from announcements of the cast of the new Avengers film to someone being stabbed in the face over a seating dispute. However Star Wars news has remained mostly under the radar, overshadowed by the looming Star Wars Celebration 5 just two short weeks away. But despite the lack of focus, SDCC held lots of information for Star Wars collectors, from panels to the exhibit room floor. On this second part of Star Wars Action News' SDCC 2010 Coverage, Marjorie and Arnie review all the panels and floor offerings, including the new Family Guy Star Wars spoof, the book Star Wars Year by Year, and product previews from Sideshow, Gentle Giant, Super 7, Acme Archives, Her Universe, Kotobukiya, Lego, Museum Replicas, Hallmark, and even more! Plus the hosts have THREE EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEWS in this podcast, with Hasbro's Darryl DePriest, head of the Star Wars toy line, as well as representatives of Hallmark discussing their new collectibles and ornaments, and Gentle Giant talking about the 12" figures, other product offerings, and Slave Leias. And after you listen to this week's Star Wars Action News, be sure to stop by the web site at swactionnews.com to view their photo galleries of all the items discussed! Now with THREE exclusive interviews! San Diego ComicCon, ComicCon International, Star Wars, Star, Wars, George, Lucas, Luke, Skywalker, Han, Solo, Princess, Leia, Organa, The, Force, Episode, IV, A New Hope, The Empire Strikes Back, Return of the Jedi, The Phantom Menace, Attack of the Clones, Revenge of the Sith, Clone, Wars, Harrison, Ford,Carrie, Fisher, Natalie, Portman, Hasbro, Kenner, Galoob, Toys, Master, Replicas, Code 3, Sideshow, Toys ,Gentle Giant,Darth, Vader, Maul, Sideous, Pop, Culture, SciFi, Sci-Fi, Sci, Fi, Movies, Video Games, Battlefront, Legos, Lego, Complete Saga, PSP, Sony, Playstation 86:02 Venganza Media Inc. Mon, 27 Jul 2010 00:00:00 -0600 http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN255B.MP3