In this episode, we step back in time to the Summer 2023 Farthest From, for a recently re-discovered recording we made at the event featuring Bob Brechin.

Taking to the stage, Bob shares the fascinating story of Palitoy — from its inception in the early 20th-century through to its eventual decline — and reflects on his own time working on the company’s design team.

He discusses Palitoy’s ambitious efforts to bring Kenner’s Star Wars line to the UK during the 1970s and 80s, along with his creative role in developing the iconic Palitoy Death Star playset.

Packed with first-hand insight and behind-the-scenes stories, Bob’s talk offers a rare glimpse inside one of Britain’s most beloved toy companies at the height of the Star Wars phenomenon.

On this episode of Those Old Fossil, Dan and Palitoy Pete head back to the frozen battlefields of Hoth to take a deep dive into one of the most iconic figures from the vintage line – the Hoth Stormtrooper. Joining the discussion is special guest Martin Woodgate once angain, along with Mark Andrews from Variant Villains to help explore the many variations and quirks collectors love about this classic figure.

As always, we’re also joined by Ron Salvatore from the Star Wars Collectors Archive (SWCA) for his regular expert roundup, bringing historical insight and expert knowledge to the table.

Together the team covers all facets of the Hoth Stormtrooper, from production details and packaging to the fascinating and often misunderstood grey limbs variant that continues to intrigue collectors today. Along the way, Dan also delivers history lesson on Germany’s Yps comic, and teams discuss its unique cross over with vintage Star Wars.

Whether you’re a seasoned vintage collector or just love the history behind Kenner’s classic line, this episode is packed with discussion, insight, and plenty of snowy nostalgia.

Join us as we explore one of the coolest troopers in the vintage galaxy.

In the lead-up to the theatrical release of The Mandalorian and Grogu, the Generation Skywalker team are finally turning their attention to The Mandalorian. Over the next three months, we’ll releasing a series shows dissecting all three seasons of the groundbreaking Star Wars series.

In this opening episode, Stu, Jez, Dan, and special guest Martin Woodgate explore the build-up to the show’s debut in November 2019. We discuss the development of the series, the revolutionary StageCraft technology used to bring it to life, the buzz from the Celebration panel, and how we coped in the UK without access to Disney+ until March the following year.

We then dive into Chapter 1, sharing our thoughts of the episode,- including our initial reactions on first viewing, the music, the standout characters and performances, the storytelling, and of course, the unforgettable final reveal of Grogu (aka “Baby Yoda”).

Join us as we begin our deep dive into the series that launched Star Wars on television. THIS IS THE WAY.

In Episode 32 of Those Old Fossils, we march back to Hoth to take a deep dive into two vintage Kenner figures: The AT-AT Commander and The Imperial Commander — two toys that many collectors argue are both General Maximilian Veers.

Joining us once again is Martin Woodgate as guest host, bringing his sharp vintage insight back to the mic. We’re also thrilled to welcome back two absolute legends of the collecting community:

Ron Salvatore from the SWCA (Star Wars Collectors Archive), returns offering his expert knowledge and insight on the AT-AT Commander.

Mark Andrew from Variant Villains, diving into production quirks, figure variations, and those subtle details that make vintage collecting endlessly fascinating.

We kick off the episode with a look 2 auctions that took place since our last episode and spotlight some of the standout vintage Star Wars lots. We then set to work uncovering all there is to know about the two Imperial figures who might just be one and the same character.

The shield is down, you may start your landing.

In this episode, Dan sits down with Johnny Goose, a Star Wars collector who’s been at it since the mid-1990s and has built an astonishing collection along the way. Johnny’s focus spans five distinct vintage figure runs, anchored by a truly most impressive centrepiece: an extensive lineup of carded Darth Vader figures, alongside a dazzling array of Vader-related items from beyond the toy aisle.

Johnny takes us back to his earliest Star Wars memories as a child in the early 1980s — from seeing a double bill of Star Wars and The Empire Strikes Back with his nan and two bumper Christmases in ’82 and ’83 packed with Star Wars toys.

From there, he charts his collecting journey: rediscovering his childhood toys in the mid-’90s, finding his way into online collecting communities in more recent years, and attending seven back-to-back Echo Base Live events.

Join us for a virtual tour of Johnny’s collection as he talks through his figure focuses, favourite pieces, passions, and collecting habits.

Is Johnny Goose his real name? Will he reveal his latest swag for the upcoming Echo Base Live in March? And why is there a yo-yo in the show art?

🎧 Listen now to find out.

Those Old Fossils are back for their first episode of 2026 to talk more vintage Star Wars collectables. In this show we are taking look at the AT-AT driver and his vehicle- the mighty All-Terrain Armoured-Transport.

The full team are joined by AT-AT Driver focus collector Martin Woodgate for the duration of the show and he shares his knowledge and valuable information about the figure through out.

Mark Andrews from Variant Villains also drops in to provide some variant insights on the figure as only he can.

It’s bumper episode fitting for this pair of titans from the vintage Star Wars line.

That’s a Wrap!

In a quick ice breaker, Dan, Peter and Stu excitedly sell their ideas of the perfect Star Wars New Year’s Eve Party to Jez. One of them harps on about Twi’leks, one needs some naughty chemicals to assist with a rave at Mon Mothma’s and Dan wants to spend New Year’s at Canto Bight from the Last Jedi! Then in this end of year special the lads take a look back at the Star Wars highlights of 2025, covering events, Disney+ shows, some collecting high points and their favourite podcast episodes of the 35 that have been produced! This section is a cracking taster menu of the best of 2025. They’ll also be briefly looking towards 2026 and making a few podcast promises. Peter promises a new series of shows, Jez promises a new series of shows, Dan promises to continue with the awesome Those Old Fossils and Stu briefly quits, then promises a new series of shows! You won’t want to miss this light hearted reflection of 365 days worth of Star Wars fandom. The boys have been busy!!

In this special episode of The Modern Way, the hosts travel back ten years to the launch of The Force Awakens - not through box office numbers or plot twist, but through the toys that defined a new era of Star Wars fandom.

From midnight Force Friday hauls to shelves packed with Rey, Kylo Ren, BB-8, and Stormtroopers in fresh white armor, this toy special explores how The Force Awakens reignited the magic of collecting for longtime fans and a whole new generation of kids.

A decade later, generation Skywalker asks what those toys meant then, how they've aged now, and what they reveal about nostalgia, hype and the legacy of Star Wars. Whether you were tearing open the blister packs in 2015 and enjoying the pack in accessories, or discovering these figures years later, this episode is a reflection on this line - ten years on. And just how good the line is, is not lost on the team...

...will Jez make a TFA purchase????

Enjoy the show.