On this special episode I spend some time with a couple who has a new book coming out this summer on the Star Wars radio dramas that were on NPR back in the 80’s and 90’s. The book is titled ‘The Winds that Shook the Stars,’ and both authors, John & Mary Jo Tetuno talk about a little about how these came to be and how the book came together.

From the description:

‘A comprehensive history of the Star Wars audio dramas. An expanded radio dramatization of the original Star Wars trilogy, produced in 1981, 1983, and 1996 respectively, produced and broadcast by National Public Radio as part of NPR Playhouse. These radio serials were made with the full co-operation of George Lucas, who for one dollar each sold the rights to KUSC-FM, the public radio affiliate at his alma mater, the University of Southern California. Lucas also allowed the use of original sound effects and music from the films. A Wind To Shake The Stars explores the creative origins, production and legacy of this oft-forgotten chapter of Star Wars history.’

Available for pre-order now.

Release date: 7/25/23

Link to the Amazon pre-order page

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