Marvel Star Wars: From Empire to Jedi RSS

Our coverage continues of the Marvel Star Wars comics published between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi! In this episode, Jarrod Alberich The Yard Sale Artist joins The Irredeemable Shag to discuss Marvel STAR WARS #45 (March 1981), by Archie Goodwin, Carmine Infantino, Gene Day & Chris Stone! In this issue, entitled “DEATH PROBE”, Luke Skywalker battles to save the Rebel fleet from an infiltrator Probe Droid (… or a Probot?)! Finally, we wrap up with YOUR listener feedback from the previous episode!

• 00:00:30 – Introductions   
• 00:12:40 – Guest’s origin with Star Wars comics   
• 00:15:50 – Guest’s favorite Star Wars expanded universe character   
• 00:18:10 – Star Wars #45 cover discussion
• 00:22:30 – Star Wars #45 interior discussion  
• 01:01:05 – The Golden Plif Award   
• 01:07:00 – Your listener feedback from the last episode   
• 01:29:40 – Sign off   

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Our coverage begins of the Marvel Star Wars comics published between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi! In this extra-length episode, Andrew Leyland joins The Irredeemable Shag to discuss the comic adaptation of THE EMPIRE STRIKES BACK, featured in STAR WARS #39 thru #44 (1980), by Archie Goodwin, Al Williamson, Carlos Garzon, and Rick Veitch! We discuss all six issues, explore the differences between the movie and the comic, how it was presented in the UK, pin-ups and more! Finally, we wrap up with YOUR listener feedback from the previous episode!

• 00:00:50 – Introductions   
• 00:12:20 – Guest’s origin with the Star Wars comics   
• 00:15:05 – Guest’s favorite Star Wars expanded universe character   
• 00:18:45 – Empire different comic versions – Treasury, Magazine, Novel, UK Weekly   
• 00:27:10 – Star Wars #39 thru #44 covers   
• 00:33:15 – Discussion of the comics, plus movie/comic differences   
• 01:40:30 – Pin-ups & Star Wars Weekly covers   
• 01:54:30 – The Golden Plif Award   
• 01:59:20 – Your listener feedback from the last episode   
• 02:26:00 – Sign off   

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The premier episode of MARVEL STAR WARS: FROM EMPIRE TO JEDI — a podcast chronicling the Rebel Alliance’s most desperate days, as told in the Marvel Star Wars comics published between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi!  This episode your host, The Irredeemable Shag, ignites the hyperdrive, unveiling the podcast’s mission, his own Star Wars journey, and why he loves these comics and the expanded universe! Strap yourselves in — the saga begins now!

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A long time ago, in a comic book rack far, far away…

During the years between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi, Marvel Comics kept the Star Wars magic alive—delivering bold new stories, expanding the mythology, and taking our favorite heroes and villains on unforgettable adventures.

Now, join The Irredeemable Shag, and a rotating crew of guest rebels, as we journey back to this incredible era! We begin with the comic adaptation of The Empire Strikes Back and continue through the thrilling tales leading up to Return of the Jedi!

If you’re a seasoned Star Wars veteran who knows your Shira Brie from your Hoojibs–or a brave explorer venturing into these comics for the first time—this is your hyperspace lane to classic Star Wars adventure!

Join us for Marvel Star Wars: From Empire to Jedi!

Every other month—beginning in June 2025!

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