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Young Indy Chroniclers

Young Indy Chroniclers Podcast
Young Indiana Jones Chronicles
George Lucas
Young Indiana Jones
Star Wars
Film Production
Joel Mcneely
Rick Mccallum
Ernest Hemingway
Lucasfilm
Star Trek
Steven Spielberg
Fantastic Four
World War I
Hollywood
The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles
Prague
Paris Peace Conference
Music Composition
Film Scoring
Disney Channel

A bi-weekly podcast devoted to the under-appreciated masterpiece of George Lucas's Young Indiana Jones television series and franchise. Hosts Peter Holmstrom and Daniel Noa dive into the behind the scenes of the show, interview the creators and creatives who brought the show to life, and unravel the mysteries of the show's ultimate demise. Join us, for the adventure of a lifetime.

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THIS ADVENTURE -- The Young Indy Chroniclers are BACK for SEASON 4 of the podcast.

And the timing couldn't be better. As we premiere this episode, so too do doors open on the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art in Los Angeles, California.

A special trea... more

THIS SPECIAL BONUS EPISODE ADVENTURE! Peter and Daniel take a look back at their epic release of the first look video for the upcoming feature-length documentary, "George Lucas: The Lost Golden Age." The adventure is just beginning with the documenta... more

THIS SEASON FINALE ADVENTURE Peter and Daniel recount their epic journey to SKYWALKER RANCH. In December, Peter and Daniel were kindly invited to a special screening of the Director's Cut of "Attack of the Hawkmen" by the legendary Ben Burtt.

Ben c... more

THIS ADVENTURE Peter and Daniel welcome back Lucas Seastrom for an in-depth conversation about the episode Benares: January 1910.

We trace the remarkable real-life story of Jiddu Krishnamurti — the Indian boy discovered on a beach in Adyar by occul... more

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Recent Guests

Ben Burtt
Sound designer and filmmaker, guest for interview and Q&A
Lucasfilm / Skywalker Ranch
Episode: "We Did a Day of Work at Skywalker Ranch" w/ Ben Burtt
Laird Malamed
Sound editor for Young Indy Jones Chronicles; podcast guest on Demons of Deception segment
Indy projects, IndyCast contributor
Episode: "When You Don't Have to Look at the Hard Truths" w/ Young Indy Sound Editor Laird Malamed
Hilary Momberger-Powers
Script supervisor on The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles; actress who voiced Sally Brown in early Peanuts specials
Episode: "Young Indy Was Art" w/ Script Supervisor and Sally Brown Actress Hilary Momberger-Powers
Anthony King
Host of Force Ghost Conversations
Force Ghost Conversations
Episode: Curse of the Jackal Commentary, "This is the Original Broadcast Version," w/ Anthony King & Dan Madsen
Dan Madsen
Founder of the Lucasfilm Fan Club, Star Wars Insider magazine author
Lucasfilm Fan Club, Star Wars Insider
Episode: Curse of the Jackal Commentary, "This is the Original Broadcast Version," w/ Anthony King & Dan Madsen
Waldo Roeg
Assistant Director on Young Indiana Jones Chronicles, son of Nicolas Roeg
Self/Production
Episode: “I Was Born Into a Film Family” w/ Young Indy Asst. Director Waldo Roeg, director Nicolas Roeg’s Son
Mat Bradley-Tschirgi
Writer, Star Trek and Video Games author
Self
Episode: From Raiders to Young Indy: Indiana Jones’ Video Game Legacy w/ Mat Bradley-Tschirgi
Paige Thomas
Assistant camera turned camera operator for Young Indiana Jones projects
Camera Department on Young Indiana Jones Chronicles
Episode: George Lucas on Set, Exploding Trains & Real Temples – Paige Thomas on Young Indiana Jones
Les David
Owner of Throw Me the Idol, Indiana Jones merchandise collector
Throw Me the Idol
Episode: “Star Wars and Indiana Jones Are Not the Same” with curator Les David

Hosts

Peter Holmstrom
Host with a deep focus on production history, Lucasfilm era context, and interview-led storytelling.
Daniel Noa
Co-host providing historical framing, interview facilitation, and discussion of production context and archival material.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 62 ratings
  • Fantastic.

    Started listening a couple weeks ago. Not just a wonderful behind-the-scenes look of a particular series, but an invaluable oral history of the inner workings of television and film production of the era. Really, really good.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    wjm1138
    United States3 months ago
  • This fascinating podcast that looks into the creation and making of THE YOUNG INDIANA JONES CHRONICLES, also serves as a wonderful look inside the philosophy of GEORGE LUCAS and LUCASFILM. It's clearly a passion project for the podcast creators, but that's only fitting as Young Indy was clearly such a passion for Lucas. It delves into the whole process of creating the show, and what is clear is the love, ingenuity and talent that went into it. A must listen.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    theonlyspoon
    a year ago
  • sjh

    More than just Indy

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tohardtochoose
    Australiaa year ago
  • A great listen

    Enjoyed listen to Rick talking about some shared memories. Some wonderful insights into Young Indy and the making of from the people who worked on it and helped create it

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WaldoR58
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Legend!

    This is such a vast, in depth and thorough exploration into the making of Indy. I was fortunate to be part of this adventure, and listening to this podcast opens doors and inspires ideas about the future and the past. Young Indy is a revolution in filmmaking. Fantastic podcast for all.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kpaigethomas
    United Statesa year ago

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Narrative value grows through archival context and guest expertise
Thoughtful, deep-dive interviews with industry veterans and insiders
Rich oral history that uncovers production details rarely discussed
Accessible yet thorough—great for fans and newcomers alike

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

"Truth Is a Pathless Land" w/ Lucasfilm Historian Lucas Seastrom
Q: Is the Krishnamurti storyline intended to be read as supernatural or as a philosophical exploration?
The consensus is nuanced: while the episode allows for ambiguous readings, the discussion leans toward framing it as a philosophical examination of belief, not as a supernatural phenomenon, aligning with the broader Campbellian and mythic storytelling approach.
"Truth Is a Pathless Land" w/ Lucasfilm Historian Lucas Seastrom
Q: How did Krishnamurti's real-life story influence the way the episode treats belief and authority?
The guests suggest Krishnamurti's rejection of organized religion and his emphasis on personal inquiry provide a framework for the episode to explore skepticism, compassion, and the dangers of idolizing messianic figures, rather than presenting a definitive supernatural explanation.
George Lucas on Set, Exploding Trains & Real Temples – Paige Thomas on Young Indiana Jones
Q: What was your earliest role on Young Indy and how did you transition into more responsibilities?
Paige describes starting as a second assistant/loader and gradually taking on more responsibility, working closely with the grip and camera team, which helped her grow into a first AC role during later shoots.
“I Was Born Into a Film Family” w/ Young Indy Asst. Director Waldo Roeg, director Nicolas Roeg’s Son
Q: In your view, where was your father at in his career around the time of Young Indy, and what drew him to doing that episode?
Roeg explains that his father was deeply involved in George Lucas's circle, often collaborating on projects, and that Young Indy represented an opportunity to work with and learn from a team including Rick McCallum and Lucasfilm, while also allowing his father to explore ambitious storytelling within a television format; he highlights the creative pull of collaborating with such a visionary project and the pressure of living up to Lucas's ideas while managing the practicalities of a large, international shoot.
River Phoenix and The First Young Indiana Jones comic strip w/ Simon Jowett
Q: What was the guidance on the character or was it, did you rely on the novel for that?
I relied on the novel because we had no real contact with Lucasfilm for guidance on the character's appearance.

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A behind-the-scenes deep dive into a beloved, under-appreciated Lucasfilm era, with a focus on the production history, creative decision-making, and archival journey of the Young Indy Chronicles. Episodes blend production diaries, on-location tales, interviews with writers, designers, editors, and performers, and explorations of restoration, distribution, and ongoing fundraising efforts. Listeners can expect rich context on how the series was developed, the technology and artistry behind its look, and the ecosystem around Lucasfilm projects that shaped its legacy. The show consistently highlights the human stories of crews and collaborators, the evolution of home media and archival preservation, and the enduring appeal of a bold, feature-fi... more

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2. Laird Malamed
3. Hilary Momberger-Powers
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5. Dan Madsen
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7. Mat Bradley-Tschirgi
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