Best Mark Sutter Podcasts (2025)

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385: Book Review: Star Wars 'Into the Light' and Sith Connections? 1:05:19

3d ago1:05:19

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Book Review: Star Wars 'Into the Light' by Claudia Gray and Sith Connections? In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts review Star Wars: The High Republic 'Into the Light' by Claudia Gray. Mark and Becca recap the key events from Claudia's final installment of 'The High Republic' era that lead them down a dark side path of possible Sith co…

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Working It Out With Mike Birbiglia: Comedy & Creativity, Podcasting & The Pope 1:26:31

4d ago1:26:31

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Mike Birbiglia is a master storyteller, acclaimed comedian, and the creative force behind Netflix specials including "The Old Man & the Pool" and his newest, "The Good Life." This conversation explores the quiet architecture of story—how to shape it, live it, and share it in a way that matters. We talk about finding empathy for the parents who coul…

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384: In Review: Star Wars: The Acolyte 'Wayseeker' by Justina Ireland 45:54

7d ago45:54

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Tarkin's Top Shelf gets back to the basics in episode #384. In this episode, your hosts review Star Wars: The Acolyte 'Wayseeker' by Justina Ireland. Mark and Becca look closely at the forced union between Jedi Knight Indara and Master Vernestra Rwoh in 'Wayseeker.' They discuss the political nature between the Republic Senate and the Jedi High Cou…

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From The Vault: Neuroscientist Matthew Walker On Why Sleep Is Your Superpower 3:06:59

7d ago3:06:59

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Dr. Matthew Walker is a world-renowned neuroscientist, sleep expert, and the bestselling author of “Why We Sleep.” In this conversation, we explore sleep not as a passive state, but as the biological foundation of life itself—the platform from which wakefulness emerges. We dive into the architecture of sleep, its vital role in immune function, dise…

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Olympic Coach Stuart McMillan On The Science Of Speed, Unlocking Your Body's True Potential & Why Sprinting Is The Ultimate Human Activity 2:04:13

10d ago2:04:13

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Stuart McMillan is an elite track and field coach who has guided 70+ Olympians to over 30 medals across nine Olympic Games. As CEO of ALTIS, a global leader in sports education, he's revolutionized how we understand human movement. This conversation is an exploration of speed—not just as a metric, but as a kind of alchemy. At the heart of Stuart's …

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Episode 246 - Andor Season 2: Episodes 10-12 1:01:25

11d ago1:01:25

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Move! We wrap up our weekly discussions of the second season of Andor by breaking down "Make It Stop", "Who Else Knows?", and "Jedha, Kyber, Erso." There are no pieces of questionable provenance here, and we would be honored if you would join us! X: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: [email protected] Instagram: @idio…

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383: Andor S2 Finale Episodes 10-12 Roundtable Discussion 1:01:26

11d ago1:01:26

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Tarkin's Top Shelf joins forces with Idiot's Array and Kanata's Castle Podcasts for their final Roundtable Discussion on the Season Finale of Andor episodes 10-12. Your hosts have an in-depth conversation on the finale of Andor Season 2: "Make it Stop," "Who Else Knows?" "Jedha, Kyber, Erso." But first, they go over the latest in Star Wars news. He…

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High Functioning: The Hidden Depression That May Be Stealing Your Joy & The Tools To Get It Back With Dr. Judith Joseph 1:58:31

18d ago1:58:31

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Dr. Judith Joseph is a Harvard-trained psychiatrist, clinical professor at NYU Medical School, and a renowned voice on high-functioning depression. In this conversation, we explore the paradox of achievement and anhedonia—the curious, often painful reality that success doesn't always equate to joy. Judith shares her clinical insights into why so ma…

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Episode 245 - Andor Season 2: Episodes 7-9 1:17:29

19d ago1:17:29

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We have friends everywhere and we'd love for you to join us for Episode 245, where we discuss Episodes 7 (Messenger), Episode 8 (Who Are You?), and Episode 9 (Welcome to the Rebellion) of Andor's second season. We would be honored if you would join us! X: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's Array Podcast Email: [email protected] Instagram:…

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382: Andor S2 Episodes 7-9 Roundtable Discussion 1:17:31

19d ago1:17:31

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Tarkin's Top Shelf joins forces with Idiot's Array and Kanata's Castle Podcasts for a Star Wars Day Roundtable Discussion on Andor S2 episodes 7-9. In this episode, your hosts have an in-depth conversation about the latest 3-episode arc of Andor: Messenger, Who Are You?, and Welcome to the Rebellion. But first, they go over some Star Wars news. Hel…

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381: Talking Star Wars: Complete Locations with Emily Shkoukani and Jason Fry! 57:34

20d ago57:34

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Tarkin's Top Shelf welcomes Emily Shkoukani and Jason Fry to the show to discuss Star Wars: Complete Locations. In this episode, your hosts discuss the latest revision of Star Wars: Complete Locations with two of its authors, Emily Shkoukani and Jason Fry. But first, they ask some Star Warsy "get-to-know-you" questions. Help us spread the word abou…

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380: Star Book Announcement News and Tales of the Underworld Review 42:56

21d ago42:56

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In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts review Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld Episodes 1-6. Mark and Becca discuss the origin backstory of the infamous bounty hunter Cad Bane, the Asajj Ventress resurrection story, and the beautiful continuity kept intact from Christie Golden's Dark Disciple novel. But first, your hosts gush over some…

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Earth's Hidden Wisdom: Paul Hawken On Reframing Carbon, Consciousness & Why Hope Lies Within Nature's Intelligence 1:42:09

22d ago1:42:09

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Paul Hawken is one of the great elder statesmen of environmentalism, a bestselling author, and the mind behind Drawdown and Regeneration. This conversation explores the biosphere's intrinsic intelligence through the expansive lens of Paul's latest book, Carbon: The Book of Life. We discuss carbon's improbable origins, examine the mycelial networks …

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Kate Courtney Is Sending It: The Champion Mountain Biker On Redefining Elite Performance, Finding Joy In The Struggle & Seeing Sport As An Authentic Expression 2:14:16

25d ago2:14:16

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Kate Courtney is a world champion mountain biker, Olympian, and the palmarès-rich face of American cycling. This conversation examines Kate's Olympic torch moment with Tom Cruise, her athletic philosophy, and her groundbreaking She Sends Racing initiative. We delve into mountain biking's Marin County roots, the tension between data and intuition, b…

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Episode 244 - Andor Season 2: Episodes 4-6 1:00:18

25d ago1:00:18

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Happy Star Wars Day! On Episode 244, we discuss Episode 4 (Ever Been to Ghorman?), Episode 5 (I Have Friends Everywhere), and Episode 6 (What a Festive Evening) of Andor's second season. We begin the show by talking about our May the 4th plans. We would be honored if you would join us! May the 4th be with you. X: @idiotsarraypod Facebook: Idiot's A…

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379: Star Wars Day Roundtable Discussion: Andor S2 Episodes 4-6 1:00:19

25d ago1:00:19

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Tarkin's Top Shelf joins forces with Idiot's Array and Kanata's Castle Podcasts for a Star Wars Day Roundtable Discussion on Andor S2 episodes 4-6. In this episode, your hosts discuss the next three episodes: Ever Been to Ghorman? I Have Friends Everywhere, and What a Festive Evening. But first, they talk about the recent book news, Star Wars: The …

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Inside ‘The Telepathy Tapes’: Creator Ky Dickens Reveals The Extraordinary Story Behind The Podcast Sensation 2:00:15

1M ago2:00:15

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Ky Dickens is the award-winning filmmaker behind "The Telepathy Tapes," the viral podcast phenomenon. This conversation explores the intersection of neurodiversity and consciousness as Ky shares her journey documenting non-speaking autistic individuals with apparent telepathic abilities. We discuss her transformation from pragmatic skeptic to someo…

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Episode 243 - Andor Season 2: Episodes 1, 2, 3 1:03:04

1M ago1:03:04

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Idiot's Array joins forces with Tarkin's Top Shelf and Kanata's Castle on Episode 243 to discuss the three episode premiere of the second season of Andor. We cover "One Year Later," "Segrona Tema," and "Harvest" in this action-packed episode. We begin the show by talking about the 20th anniversary theatrical re-release of Revenge of the Sith. We wo…

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378: Andor S2 3-Episode Premiere Roundtable Discussion 1:02:24

1M ago1:02:24

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Tarkin's Top Shelf joins forces with Idiot's Array and Kanata's Castle Podcasts for a Roundtable Discussion on the Andor S2 3-episode Premiere. In this episode, your hosts discuss all three episodes, in full, from the Season 2 Premiere of Andor: 'One Year Later,' 'Segrona Tema,' and 'Harvest.' But first, they talk about the theatrical re-release of…

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The Modern Elder: Chip Conley On Reframing Midlife, Cultivating True Wisdom & Finding Purpose In Life's Second Half 2:05:30

1M ago2:05:30

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Chip Conley is a hospitality maverick, founder of Modern Elder Academy, and the entrepreneurial sage who helped transform Airbnb from a startup to a global phenomenon. This conversation explores midlife as a chrysalis rather than a crisis—a transformative journey from ego to soul. Chip illuminates the path from horizontal achievement to vertical gr…

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377: Non-spoiler Andor S2 Review + SWCJ Roundup! 58:41

1M ago58:41

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As of noon today, April 21st, 2025, the review embargo for Andor Season 2 has lifted. In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts give their Non-spoiler Review of Andor Season 2 and adhere to the NDA guidelines. They also roundup the last highlights from Day 3 of Star Wars Celebration Japan. Help us spread the word about the show Click here t…

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Beyond 10% Happier: Dan Harris On Meditation As A Superpower, Transforming Anxiety, & Finding Peace In Uncertain Times 1:58:19

1M ago1:58:19

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Dan Harris is the former ABC News anchor whose on-air panic attack catalyzed his transformation from skeptical journalist to meditation ambassador. This conversation explores Dan’s journey with meditation—from stress management tool to profound inquiry into consciousness and uncertainty. We discuss his practice evolving far beyond his bestselling b…

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376: Highlights from Star Wars Celebration Japan Days 1 & 2 1:04:41

1M ago1:04:41

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In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts review the highlights from the first two days of the Star Wars Celebration in Japan but from home. Mark and Becca talk about Andor Season 2, Ahsoka Season 2, The Acolyte, Maul: Shadow Lord, Star Wars: Starfighter, and Mandalorian and Grogu. But first, they wish Hayden Christensen a Happy Birthday! H…

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375: Talking 'Star Wars' With Charles Soule! 53:45

1M ago53:45

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Tarkin's Top Shelf welcomes Star Wars 'The High Republic' and Star Wars Comic Author Charles Soule to the show! In this episode, your hosts sit down, for the first time, with Star Wars Author Charles Soule to talk about what else? Star Wars! Mark and Becca ask Charles some Star Wars "Get-To-Know-You" questions, and then they get down to Jedi busine…

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Phil Stutz & Elise Loehnen Share Tools For Inner Well-being, How To Embrace Pain, Uncertainty & Constant Work As Divine Invitations, & Why Everything You’re Avoiding Will Transform Your Life 1:33:29

2M ago1:33:29

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Phil Stutz is the legendary psychiatrist, author, and protagonist in the Netflix documentary “Stutz.” Alongside co-author and writer Elise Loehnen, they explore their new book “True & False Magic.” This conversation delves into “Part X”—the destructive force within us all—along with Universe 1 vs. Universe 2 thinking, and how pain, uncertainty, and…

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374: Lucasfilm Publishing Announcements, Jedi Knights (issue 2) Review, and Bridging Revenge of the Sith with Andor 51:46

2M ago51:46

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Tarkin's Top Shelf Reviews issue 2 of Star Wars: Jedi Knights from Marvel Comics. In episode #374, your hosts return their attention to Star Wars comics with Star Wars Jedi Knights (issue 2) 'Enter: Atha Prime!' But first, your hosts discuss 'The Lucasfilm Publishing Announcements,' the Star Wars news: Star Wars Celebration Japan, Star Wars: Reveng…

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Power, Property, & Prestige: Kurt Sutter & Katey Sagal Share The Unfiltered Truth About Marriage, Recovery, Success Addiction & The Path Back To Purpose 2:07:31

2M ago2:07:31

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Kurt Sutter and Katey Sagal are the Hollywood power couple behind “Sons of Anarchy,” numerous iconic performances, and hosts of the podcast “PIE.” This conversation strips bare the intoxicating trap of fame, the parallel paths that led them both to sobriety at 31, and the brutal honesty required to save their relationship when “money, property, and…

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Let Them Theory: Mel Robbins On Reclaiming Your Power, Finding Freedom In Letting Go & The Simple Tool That's Transforming Millions of Lives 1:54:47

2M ago1:54:47

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Mel Robbins is a celebrated podcast host, #1 New York Times bestselling author, and one of the most sought-after experts in mindset and behavior change. This conversation explores the paradox at the heart of human suffering—that we exhaust ourselves trying to control the uncontrollable. Mel’s counterintuitive “Let Them Theory” offers a deceptively …

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373: Tales of The Underworld, Revenge of The Sith Novel Deluxe Edition, Ahsoka, Andor, and More of The Acolyte! 1:01:53

2M ago1:01:53

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In this episode of Tarkin's Top Shelf, your hosts review the BREAKING NEWS: Star Wars: Tales of The Underworld, a new animated series set to debut on Disney Plus on May 4th, 2025! Mark and Becca make a personal announcement regarding schedule changes. Then they discuss Ahsoka Season 2 news, the re-release of Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith novel "De…

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Zach Parise 35:55

2M ago35:55

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Zach Parise joins Greg and Cory for Ep. 69 of the podcast. The former Islanders winger talks about playing at Shattuck St. Mary's Prep (4:54), getting drafted by the Devils in 2003 (8:35), his relationship with Lou Lamoriello (12:49), captaining the Devils to a Stanley Cup Final in 2012 (19:25), signing with the Islanders in 2021 (25:20) and more!…

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You Are Already Enough: Maria Shriver On Finding Your Voice, Healing After Heartbreak, Brain Health Advocacy, & The Power Of Self-Acceptance 1:53:57

2M ago1:53:57

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Maria Shriver is a renowned journalist, Kennedy family scion, and award-winning advocate for women's brain health. This conversation explores the parasocial relationship between public figure and audience as Maria shares her authentic journey of self-discovery through poetry. We discuss her upbringing in America's political "royalty,&q…

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Episode 242 - The Most Melodramatic Characters in Star Wars 53:49

2M ago53:49

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Star Wars is known for its drama, but what about its melodrama? Join Idiot's Array for some fun and laughs as we explore the lighter side of Star Wars fandom. Which characters may have taken themselves a little too seriously and needed to be grounded? Which characters seemed to love the spotlight? And which characters just loved adding a little ext…

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