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.

In celebration of the 10th anniversary of Star Wars: The Force Awakens, this episode of Generation Skywalker cues up the film for a full commentary, where we discuss the story, characters, music, callbacks, and the lasting legacy of the movie that reintroduced Star Wars to a new generation.

Whether you’re watching along with us or just listening for the conversation, this anniversary drop is packed with nostalgia, thoughtful discussion, and a few laughs as we revisit the film that launched the sequel trilogy.

Sync up the movie, press play on the podcast, and celebrate ten years of The Force Awakens with us.

The Generation Committee assembles to kick off a series of shows in December celebrating the 10th anniversary of The Force Awakens.

In this episode we break down the very best moments from Star Wars: The Force Awaken, for which we are thrilled to welcome back guest host Mark Spriggs.

As always, tensions rise when it’s time to vote… and yes, it’s Jez who causes controversy when the decision doesn’t go his way. (At this point, would it even be Committee if he didn’t?)

Join us for laughs, lively debate, and a nostalgia-packed look at one of the most iconic modern entries in the Star Wars saga