Mashable Deputy Editor Chris Taylor joins us to discuss his book How Star Wars Conquered the Universe, which chronicles the entire history of the Star Wars franchise from George Lucas' early life to the 2014 canon decision and the lead-up to Star Wars Rebels. We talk about Palpatine's first name, the "Save the EU" movement, George Lucas' inspirations, J.J. Abrams' grasp on the heart of the saga, and much more.

As principal photography on Episode VII winds down, the youngest Star Wars fan to star in the original films comes back again, the set gets a visit from the Boy Who Lived, and a cast member who wasn't even announced has completed her role. Plus, Eric talks about the progression of technology in Star Wars with Christian Blauvelt, and Disney releases a trailer for the Star Wars Rebels: Spark of Rebellion "Special Edition" on ABC. Strap in and make the jump to hyperspace with The ForceCast!

If you can't connect with the characters, a story will bomb no matter how good the plot. So what makes good characters? This week we invite Patrick Gorman (Star Wars in 60 Minutes) to discuss the importance of characters in the Star Wars saga across the past, present, and future.

Eric, Spencer, and Justin discuss the second episode of Star Wars Rebels, "Fighter Flight."

This week Official IndyCast correspondent Mitch Hallock is back from his adventures at New York Comic Con with some great interviews, discussions and more, IndyCast listener Steve Rivers catches up with Indiana Paul and Co. at the opening of the Indiana Jones Adventure of Archaeology Exhibit in Canada, Dave Filoni cites Indy as a major influence, some one of a kind Indy memorabilia is up for auction and as usual, we have more of your great emails!

Eric is back from New York Comic Con with a report on all the Star Wars panels, an interview with Star Wars Rebels panel moderator Christian Blauvelt and panelist Vanessa Marshall, and audio from the show floor. In other news, Rebels gets more strong ratings, canceled Rogue Squadron videogame footage emerges, and Marvel has a new Kanan Jarrus comic. All that and so much more, including a special Star Wars book giveaway, in this week's ForceCast!

Eric, Spencer, and Justin discuss the first episode of Star Wars Rebels, "Droids in Distress."

Good news for Rebels after its series premiere, new interviews with James Luceno and Lucasfilm's point-person on Star Wars storytelling, and a new arcade game that truly immerses you in that galaxy far, far away. Plus, what's the deal with the "save the EU" crowd? We'll weigh in. It's New York Comic Con weekend and we're bringing you a heaping helping of Star Wars in this week's ForceCast!

October has arrived and with it, many expensive and heavy books! Join Jay & Chris as they tackle what's being released this month in Star Wars comics, books and magazines in addition to being joined by author Dan Wallace to discuss his latest installment

Eric, Spencer, and Justin discuss the series premiere of Star Wars Rebels, "Spark of Rebellion."