Marvel Star Wars: From Empire to Jedi

Our coverage continues of the Marvel Star Wars comics published between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi! In this episode, Henry Bernstein joins The Irredeemable Shag to discuss Marvel STAR WARS #48 (June 1981), by Larry Hama, Carmine Infantino & Carlos Garzon! In this issue, entitled "The Third Law", Princess Leia applies for a space loan, and Darth Vader tries to ruin her credit score. It's a story of predatory lending! Finally, we wrap up with YOUR listener feedback from the previous episode! 00:00:30 - Introductions    00:11:05 - Guest's origin with Star Wars comics    00:14:25 - Guest's favorite Star Wars expanded universe character    00:17:15 - Star Wars #48 cover discussion 00:22:30 - Star Wars #48 interior discussion   01:08:35 - The Golden Plif Award    01:13:30 - Your listener feedback from the last episode    01:35:25 - Sign off      Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on our website: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/podcast/swe2j-05/ Email the show at: EmpireToJedi@gmail.com   Follow Henry Bernstein: Website: https://www.henryjbernstein.com/ Funny, They Don't Look Jewish Podcast: https://jewishcomicspod.simplecast.com/ Songs of Experience: A Bob Dylan Podcast: https://songsofbob.simplecast.com/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/henrybernstein.bsky.social   Subscribe to the MARVEL STAR WARS: FROM EMPIRE TO JEDI Podcast: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marvel-star-wars-from-empire-to-jedi/id1812325155 Don’t use Apple Podcasts? Use this link for your podcast catcher: http://feeds.feedburner.com/empiretojedi Also available on Spotify, Audible, and Amazon Music   Follow MARVEL STAR WARS: FROM EMPIRE TO JEDI on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EmpireToJedi/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/empiretojedi.bsky.social Twitter/X: https://x.com/EmpireToJedi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empiretojedi/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@empiretojedi   This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK: Visit the Fire & Water website: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com Like our Fire & Water Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Follow Fire & Water on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/fwpodcasts.bsky.social Follow Fire & Water on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fireandwaterpodcast/ Support The Fire & Water Podcast Network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts   Thanks for listening! May the Force be with You, Always!

Our coverage continues of the Marvel Star Wars comics published between The Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi! In this episode, Jim Beard joins The Irredeemable Shag to discuss Marvel STAR WARS #46 (April 1981), by Wally Lombego (sort of), Carmine Infantino & Tom Palmer! In this issue, entitled "The Dreams of Cody Sunn-Childe", Lando & Chewie cross paths with a Rebel legend turned pacifist cult leader... but what happens when the Empire crashes the party? Finally, we wrap up with YOUR listener feedback from the previous episode! 00:00:30 - Introductions    00:19:05 - Guest's origin with Star Wars comics    00:27:35 - Guest's favorite Star Wars expanded universe character    00:31:25 - Star Wars #46 cover discussion 00:38:30 - Star Wars #46 interior discussion   01:43:40 - The Golden Plif Award    01:49:45 - Your listener feedback from the last episode    02:08:35 - Sign off      Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on our website: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/podcast/swe2j-03/ Email the show at: EmpireToJedi@gmail.com JM DeMatteis’ commentary on the issue and the changes imposed by Lucasfilm: https://www.jmdematteis.com/2010/09/dreams-of-wally-lombego.html https://www.jmdematteis.com/2010/10/star-warsagain.html   Follow Jim Beard: Flinch Books: https://flinchbooks.com/ The Jim Beard and Becky Books Page: https://www.facebook.com/thebeardjimbeard Jim Beard's Amazon Store: https://www.amazon.com/stores/Jim-Beard/author/B004UWVOPE Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/writerjimbeard.bsky.social   Subscribe to the MARVEL STAR WARS: FROM EMPIRE TO JEDI Podcast: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marvel-star-wars-from-empire-to-jedi/id1812325155 Don’t use Apple Podcasts? Use this link for your podcast catcher: http://feeds.feedburner.com/empiretojedi Also available on Spotify, Audible, and Amazon Music   Follow MARVEL STAR WARS: FROM EMPIRE TO JEDI on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EmpireToJedi/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/empiretojedi.bsky.social Twitter/X: https://x.com/EmpireToJedi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empiretojedi/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@empiretojedi   This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK: Visit the Fire & Water website: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com Like our Fire & Water Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Follow Fire & Water on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/fwpodcasts.bsky.social Follow Fire & Water on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fireandwaterpodcast/ Support The Fire & Water Podcast Network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts   Thanks for listening! May the Force be with You, Always!

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      Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on our website: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/podcast/swe2j-01/ Email the show at: EmpireToJedi@gmail.com   Follow Andrew Leyland: Hey Kids, Comics: https://open.spotify.com/show/2beCijxZJwW2w1Px5OQTVS The Overlooked Dark Knight: https://www.fortressofbaileytude.com/shows-on-the-network/the-overlooked-dark-knight/ The Amazing Spider-Man From the Beginning: https://open.spotify.com/show/32CkSDv2OUHnZgCeD24BwK Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/apleyland.bsky.social   Subscribe to the MARVEL STAR WARS: FROM EMPIRE TO JEDI Podcast: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marvel-star-wars-from-empire-to-jedi/id1812325155 Don’t use Apple Podcasts? Use this link for your podcast catcher: http://feeds.feedburner.com/empiretojedi Also available on Spotify, Audible, and Amazon Music   Follow MARVEL STAR WARS: FROM EMPIRE TO JEDI on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EmpireToJedi/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/empiretojedi.bsky.social Twitter/X: https://x.com/EmpireToJedi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empiretojedi/ Threads: https://www.threads.com/@empiretojedi   This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK: Visit the Fire & Water website: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com Like our Fire & Water Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Follow Fire & Water on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/fwpodcasts.bsky.social Support The Fire & Water Podcast Network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts   Thanks for listening! May the Force be with You, Always!

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!   Have a question or comment? Looking for more great content? Leave comments on our website: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com/podcast/swe2j-promo/ Email the show at: EmpireToJedi@gmail.com   Subscribe to the MARVEL STAR WARS: FROM EMPIRE TO JEDI Podcast: Subscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/marvel-star-wars-from-empire-to-jedi/id1812325155 Don’t use Apple Podcasts? Use this link for your podcast catcher: http://feeds.feedburner.com/empiretojedi Also available on Spotify, Audible, and Amazon Music   Follow MARVEL STAR WARS: FROM EMPIRE TO JEDI on social media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EmpireToJedi/ Twitter/X: https://x.com/EmpireToJedi Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empiretojedi/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/empiretojedi.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.com/@empiretojedi   This podcast is a proud member of the FIRE AND WATER PODCAST NETWORK: Visit the Fire & Water WEBSITE: http://fireandwaterpodcast.com Like our Fire & Water Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/FWPodcastNetwork Follow Fire & Water on Twitter/X: https://x.com/FWPodcasts Follow Fire & Water on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/fwpodcasts.bsky.social Support The Fire & Water Podcast Network on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/fwpodcasts