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Strong CollectorsStrong CollectorsNext Marvel Legends Spider Man Retro Wave?Today we're talking about what we thing/hope is coming in the next Hasbro Marvel Legends retro card wave. I don't think we will see another one until later this year or more likely 2026 but we love to speculate and dream about the future action figures we might be getting. Let us know what you'd like to see in the comments.Gift guide for action figure collectors: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thestrongcollectors/list/HCI45BX4EE9W?ref_=aipsflistGift guide for comic book collectors: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thestrongcollectors/list/2O2RVJIVHZE0...2025-04-0608 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsAction Figure Prices Going Up Up UpToday we're talking about the price of action figures and how Donald Tump's tariffs will cause collectors to pay more for what they're getting.Eat the Rich shirts from Dakota's wife: https://www.etsy.com/shop/FindAPennyTees?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1677103382&from_page=listing&search_query=eat+the+rich Gift guide for action figure collectors: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thestrongcollectors/list/HCI45BX4EE9W?ref_=aipsflistGift guide for comic book collectors: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thestrongcollectors/list/2O2RVJIVHZE0R?ref_=aipsflistDakota's Amazon wish list: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WWW5VBV73CLI?ref...2025-03-2916 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMarvel Legends Figures Hasbro NEEDS To MakeWe know there are a lot of female Marvel Legends figures Hasbro should make but today we're talking about 1 full build a figure wave of only the ladies. What figures would you want to see in this wave?Gift guide for action figure collectors: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thestrongcollectors/list/HCI45BX4EE9W?ref_=aipsflistGift guide for comic book collectors: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thestrongcollectors/list/2O2RVJIVHZE0R?ref_=aipsflistDakota's Amazon wish list: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WWW5VBV73CLI?ref_=wl_share2025-03-2214 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsHow Hasbro Should Do Marvel Legends Army BuildersToday we're talking about Dakota's big idea on how Hasbro could make Marvel Legends army builder action figures more available to collectors.2025-03-1611 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsIs the Haslab Galactus About to Jump in Price?!With the Fantastic Four trailer coming out and seeing Galactus, what will that do for the price of the Haslab? AND would Marvel Legends make a new version? Is it time to buy or sell? Gift guide for action figure collectors: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thestrongcollectors/list/HCI45BX4EE9W?ref_=aipsflist Gift guide for comic book collectors: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thestrongcollectors/list/2O2RVJIVHZE0R?ref_=aipsflist Dakota's Amazon wish list: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WWW5VBV73CLI?ref_=wl_share Strong Collector Shirts: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1461445084/the-strong-collectors-shirt-action?ga...2025-02-2112 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsThese Marvel Legends Would Be IllegalToday we're talking about figures that in today's day and age just might be illegal to talk about. But you know us when it comes to talking Hasbro Marvel Legends action figure, we'll work outside the law to bring you the best speculations on new figures we can. Let's take a look at some of the Marvel characters we'd like to see in this controversial wave. Gift guide for action figure collectors: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thestrongcollectors/list/HCI45BX4EE9W?ref_=aipsflist Gift guide for comic book collectors: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thestrongcollectors/list/2O2...2025-02-2012 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsScalpers Are NOT the Problem in Toy CollectingWe always see on the Facebook groups and even in our comments how much people despise scalpers. We're hear to tell you, they aren't as big of a problem as some people want you to think.Gift guide for action figure collectors: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thestrongcollectors/list/HCI45BX4EE9W?ref_=aipsflist Gift guide for comic book collectors: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thestrongcollectors/list/2O2RVJIVHZE0R?ref_=aipsflist Dakota's Amazon wish list: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WWW5VBV73CLI?ref_=wl_share Strong Collector Shirts: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1461445084/the-strong-collectors-shirt-action...2025-02-1022 minStrong CollectorsStrong Collectors3 CRAZIEST Haslabs Marvel Legends Could DoStop leaving yourself vulnerable to data breaches and brokers. Go to my sponsor https://aura.com/thestrongcollectors to get a 14-day free trial and see if any of your data has been exposedMy partner Aura just launched their new "Are you smarter than a scammer?" quiz. Take the quiz and see if you’re as savvy as you think: https://bit.ly/aurastsAlthough the Hasbro Engine of Vengeance Haslab didn't get made, we wanted to brainstorm some wild ideas for the next Haslab projects. Although these will probably never get made, we hope you have as much fun hearing ab...2025-02-0919 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsCould All Marvel Legends Be Made To OrderSend us a textWe've seen Hasbro Marvel Legends start doing made to order figures. This started with Dragon Man and then the X-Men 97 sentinel. Perhaps replacing the HasLab for Legends. BUT What If...? Everything switched to made to order?Gift guide for action figure collectors: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thestrongcollectors/list/HCI45BX4EE9W?ref_=aipsflist Gift guide for comic book collectors: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thestrongcollectors/list/2O2RVJIVHZE0R?ref_=aipsflist Dakota'...2025-01-2414 minStrong CollectorsStrong Collectors3 Things That Could Save Marvel LegendsSend us a textHasbro if you're listening, we have some ideas that could help save/enhance the line. We LOVE Marvel Legends and want to love them even more.Gift guide for action figure collectors: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thestrongcollectors/list/HCI45BX4EE9W?ref_=aipsflist Gift guide for comic book collectors: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thestrongcollectors/list/2O2RVJIVHZE0R?ref_=aipsflist Dakota's Amazon wish list: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WWW5VBV73CLI?ref_=wl_sha...2025-01-1717 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMarvel Legends: Leaks or LiesSend us a textToday we're taking a look back at the "Leaks" @DisplayingModelBehaviour posted for 2024 and seeing how accurate they were and if we can trust the Marvel Legends leaks for 2025. Get those pitch forks ready just in case.Gift guide for action figure collectors: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thestrongcollectors/list/HCI45BX4EE9W?ref_=aipsflist Gift guide for comic book collectors: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thestrongcollectors/list/2O2RVJIVHZE0R?ref_=aipsflist Dakota...2025-01-1415 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMarvel Legends vs DC Multiverse 2024: Who Did it Better?Send us a textIt's time for the annual breakdown of Hasbro Marvel Legends and McFarlane DC Multiverse. Although the figures may not be in the same scale they are similar in price.Gift guide for action figure collectors: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thestrongcollectors/list/HCI45BX4EE9W?ref_=aipsflist Gift guide for comic book collectors: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thestrongcollectors/list/2O2RVJIVHZE0R?ref_=aipsflist Dakota's Amazon wish list: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2...2025-01-0121 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsThe Best Gifts For Comic Book LoversSend us a textToday we're going to be helping you with you Holiday/special occasion shopping for the collector in your life. Our Gift Guide: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thestrongcollectors?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_Z11RX9DDFJGHVFTQ2W7C Comic Capsules: https://www.comiccapsule.com/Darryl Young Posters: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DarrylYoungDesign Dakota's Wish List: https://www.etsy.com/shop/DarrylYoungDesign Strong Collector Shirts: https://www.etsy.com/shop/FindAP...2024-11-3010 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsGift Guide for Action Figure CollectorsSend us a textToday we're going to try to help you figure out the right gift to get for your action figure collecting loved one. Note we're mainly collect 6 inch scale action figures like Marvel Legends, DC Multiverse, Mythic Legions, and Star Wars Black Series. Our Gift Guide for Collectors: https://www.amazon.com/shop/thestrongcollectors?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_7Q5VMN1A849FYDX20B66 Dakota's Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2WWW5VBV73CLI?ref_=wl_share2024-11-2813 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMythic Legions Wish List With DorklairSend us a textToday @DorkLair joins Dakota to talk about their top 3 figure types they want to see added to the Mythic Legions library. With LegionsCon 2024 just days away Bill also shares some helpful tips for those attending.Check out Dorklair here: https://www.youtube.com/@dorklair2024-11-1326 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsOur Top 10 Marvel Legends of All TimeSend us a textToday is our annual top 10 Marvel Legends count down. This is an annual show because it changes so often. The Rules:1. Only Hasbro (Jordan thinks I cheated last year and that just because he's wrong.)2. No Baf3. No Haslab 4. Dakota's list is always the best list (right?)2024-09-1342 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsBatman: The Last Halloween CONCLUSIONSend us a textToday we're talking about the conclusion to, in Dakota's words, the greatest comic story ever told. Batman the Long Halloween: The Last Halloween is set to be the final chapter in the Long Halloween trilogy.2024-06-0609 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsHasbro NEEDS to Update These Marvel LegendsSend us a text Today we're taking a look back at what figures Hasbro Marvel Legends has put out that we want to get an update of. Same look as before but updated. No ToyBiz allowed. Thank you to our sponsor Comic Capsules. If you want to check out their website and order protection for you comics check follow this link: https://www.comiccapsule.com/ Giveaway: Rule 1: As always, you must be subscribed! Rule 2: Answer our prompt for the entry (gotta watch the video for that) *must be 18 ...2024-05-0319 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsRanking "EVERY" AvengerSend us a text Today we're back to our rankings with the Avengers. We've pulled some of the main Avengers as well as some reserve members from the roster to ranking from the best to the worst.2024-04-2631 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsHasLab Giant Man Conclusion?Send us a text Today by request we are doing a wrap up (until he's in hand) of the Giant Man Haslab campaign from Hasbro Marvel Legends.2024-04-2513 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsEnough Soiderveres!Send us a text The Spiderverse was great, but when does enough become too much? Today we're talking about the can of worms that the Spiderverse opened and how it's had an impact on comics.2024-04-2413 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsA Tale of Two BatmansSend us a text Today we're talking about another important addition to James Gunn's DCU: Batman. With this version of the character being separate from the Matt Reeves film, will audiences get confused? What do you want to see in the DCU's Batman? Let us know below!2024-04-2014 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMore McFarlane DC Multiverse LEAKSSend us a text A shorter list this time with a few of our obvious options but with quite a few odd ball additions from the pages of DC comics as well.2024-04-1909 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsX-Men Villains RankingsSend us a text Today we're ranking X-Men villains. We compiled a list of almost 40 of the X-Men's greatest foes from Magneto to Mojo. If you want to me your own list, you can do it here: https://tiermaker.com/create/x-men-villains-158299102024-04-1231 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsHasbro Will NEVER Make These Marvel LegendsSend us a text Today we're going to try to guess some of the figures that we think Hasbro will never make in the Marvel Legends line for one reason or another. If we're wrong let us know in the comments.2024-04-1119 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsNew MCU Female Silver SurferSend us a text2024-04-0911 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsThe X-Men RankingSend us a text We've gathered up a crew of some of the most popular X-Men characters and it's time to rank them. Out of all the Marvel teams, X-Men are undoubtably one of the best, but which team members will come out on top? If you want to make your own tier list like we did you can do that here: https://tiermaker.com/create/x-men-158299102024-04-0345 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMarvel Legends Leaks: Finally we're getting...Send us a text We are back with a fresh set of leaks. We have a list of names but we don't know what the figures will look like so join us in speculating what this new Marvel Legends leaked wave will look like.2024-04-0111 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMythic Legions Rankings: House of the Nobel BearSend us a text This is part 10 of a 10 part series where we're going to be taking a look at the 10 factions within Mythic Legions. In this episode, I'll be sharing my ranking for the characters part of the The House of the Nobel Bear. Remember it's my list and we may have different feelings over who should be ranked where. Feel free to let me know where I went wrong in the comments. If you want to do a ranking similar to the one I showed at the end of the video and enter to win the giv...2024-03-3019 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMythic Legions Rankings: The Convocation of BassyliaSend us a text This is part 9 of a 10 part series where we're going to be taking a look at the 10 factions within Mythic Legions. In this episode, I'll be sharing my ranking for the characters part of the The Convocation of Bassylia. Remember it's my list and we may have different feelings over who should be ranked where. Feel free to let me know where I went wrong in the comments. If you want to do a ranking similar to the one I showed at the end of the video and enter to win the give...2024-03-2908 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMythic Legions Ranking: Xylona’s FlockSend us a text This is part 8 of a 10 part series where we're going to be taking a look at the 10 factions within Mythic Legions. In this episode, I'll be sharing my ranking for the characters part of the The Order of Eathyron. Remember it's my list and we may have different feelings over who should be ranked where. Feel free to let me know where I went wrong in the comments. If you want to do a ranking similar to the one I showed at the end of the video and enter to win the giveaway, ...2024-03-2818 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMythic Legions Ranking: The Order of EathyronSend us a text This is part 7 of a 10 part series where we're going to be taking a look at the 10 factions within Mythic Legions. In this episode, I'll be sharing my ranking for the characters part of the The Order of Eathyron. Remember it's my list and we may have different feelings over who should be ranked where. Feel free to let me know where I went wrong in the comments. If you want to do a ranking similar to the one I showed at the end of the video and enter to win the giveaway, ...2024-03-2718 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMythic Legions Rankings: The Army of LeodysseusSend us a text This is part 6 of a 10 part series where we're going to be taking a look at the 10 factions within Mythic Legions. In this episode, I'll be sharing my ranking for the characters part of the The Army of Leodysseus. Remember it's my list and we may have different feelings over who should be ranked where. Feel free to let me know where I went wrong in the comments. If you want to do a ranking similar to the one I showed at the end of the video and enter to win the giveaway,...2024-03-2614 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMythic Legions Ranking: Sons of the Red StarSend us a text This is part 5 of a 10 part series where we're going to be taking a look at the 10 factions within Mythic Legions. In this episode, I'll be sharing my ranking for the characters part of the Sons of the Red Star. Remember it's my list and we may have different feelings over who should be ranked where. Feel free to let me know where I went wrong in the comments. Thank you to this sponsor or the giveaway Empire Toy Shop for giving 1 lucky winner Phogeus the horse. Please ch...2024-03-2315 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMythic Legions Rankings: Circle of PoxxusSend us a text This is part 4 of a 10 part series where we're going to be taking a look at the 10 factions within Mythic Legions. In this episode, I'll be sharing my ranking for the characters in the Circle of Poxxus. Remember it's my list and we may have different feelings over who should be ranked where. Feel free to let me know where I went wrong in the comments. Thank you to this sponsor or the giveaway Empire Toy Shop for giving 1 lucky winner Phogeus the horse. Please check out t...2024-03-2213 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMythic Legions Ranking: Illythia's BroodSend us a text This is part 3 of a 10 part series where we're going to be taking a look at the 10 factions within Mythic Legions. In this episode, I'll be sharing my ranking for the characters in Illythia's Brood. Remember it's my list and we may have different feelings over who should be ranked where. Feel free to let me know where I went wrong in the comments. *I forgot to rank the Vampire, she would have been in the 10th place spot. Thank you to this sponsor or the giveaway Empire T...2024-03-2114 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMythic Legions Rankings: Congregation of NecronominusSend us a text This is part 2 of a 10 part series where we're going to be taking a look at the 10 factions within Mythic Legions. In this episode, I'll be sharing my ranking for the characters in The Congregation of Necronominus. Remember it's my list and we may have different feelings over who should be ranked where. Feel free to let me know where I went wrong in the comments. Thank you to this sponsor or the giveaway Empire Toy Shop for giving 1 lucky winner Phogeus the horse. Please...2024-03-2121 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMythic Legions Rankings: Legion of ArethyrSend us a text This is part of of a 10 part series where we're going to be taking a look at the 10 factions within Mythic Legions. In this episode, I'll be sharing my ranking for the characters in The Legion of Arethyr. Remember it's my list and we may have different feelings over who should be ranked where. Feel free to let me know where I went wrong in the comments. *I did forget to add Thank you to this sponsor or the giveaway Empire Toy Shop for giving 1 lucky winner Phogeus the ho...2024-03-1927 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsNew Leaks for DC McFarlane Action FiguresSend us a text Today we're taking a fresh look at the new leaks for McFarlane DC Multiverse, Batman 66, DC Direct and DC Super Powers. If you want our new Strong Collector shirts you can find them here: https://www.etsy.com/shop/FindAPennyTees?ref=shop-header-name&listing_id=1691276491&from_page=listing§ion_id=481038842024-03-1725 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsTodd McFarlane Stole Our Idea!Send us a text With the new McFarlane Page Punchers Superman line the idea seems pretty familiar... almost as if we talked to Todd about it in our interview with him. If you want any of the new Page Punchers for this wave you can use our Amazon Affiliate links below: Superman w/armor Issue 1 https://amzn.to/49KCP4r Ghost of Zod comes with issue #2 https://amzn.to/3P4BQDJ Earth 2 Superman comes with issue #3 https://amzn.to/3wIY5Ji Brainiac comes with issue #4 https://amzn.to/3V1CWUP If...2024-03-1611 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsNEW McFarlane Figures Announced in FebruarySend us a text Today we're looking back at all of the figures that McFarlane has announced during the month of February. Some are up for pre order already and our Amazon affiliate links for those figures are below:Batman (Knightfall) (Black/Grey) https://amzn.to/49Wanwj Azrael Batman Armor (Batman: Knightsend) https://amzn.to/3wCTU1GFirst Appearance Batman https://amzn.to/49t73sy Spawn and Todd 2 pack https://amzn.to/48rQuvQ Hell Spawn 7" statue https://amzn.to/3wtpjn6 CommandoSpawn 7"...2024-03-1215 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsI Spent $10,000 on Action Figures IN 1 YEAR!Send us a text Let's break down how much I spend on action figures last year, and how much I made flipping them to see if I still make a profit with my collection. This will include all of my buying from Amazon, Walmart, Target, Facebook groups, eBay, etc and all of my sales through PayPal and eBay. If you want to get a Strong Collector t shirt you can find them here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1461445084/the-strong-collectors-shirt-action?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=al...2024-03-0111 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsFinally! NEW Marvel Legends RevealedSend us a text Today we're talking about the Hasbro Marvel Legends live stream and all of the figures that they announced. Some of these were leaked quite a while ago and some of these were surprises to us. What do you plan on picking up? If you want a Strong Collector t shirt you can find them here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1461445084/the-strong-collectors-shirt-action?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=strong+collector&r...2024-02-2435 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMarvel Legends Troop Builder Wish ListSend us a text Today we're going to talk about some potentials for future Marvel Legends troop builders. What would be your number 1 you want to see Hasbro make?2024-02-2317 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMarvel Legends vs DC MultiverseSend us a text Today we're take a look at 2 of the top dogs in action figures, Todd McFarlane's DC Multiverse and Hasbro's Marvel Legends. How many figures were made last year, how many were new, and most importantly... how many were Batman?2024-02-2015 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsTHE NECK! Overlooked BIG DetailSend us a text Today we're taking a look at a detail most have overlooked in Marvel Legends that could have a BIG impact on figures moving forward.2024-02-1613 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMafex Schedule for 2024Send us a text Here's what we know for the 2024 calendar year so far for new Mafex releases. There could and almost certainly will also be more reissues/re releases as well. What do you plan on picking up?2024-02-1320 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMarvel Legens Daredevil vs. Hydro Man: I Told You SoSend us a text Today we get to see the newest addition to the Marvel Legends VHS Spiderman line with the cel shaded Daredevil and the all translucent Hydroman. These will be Hasbro Pulse exclusive going up for pre order on Feb. 8th.2024-02-0709 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMcFarlane DC Multiverse Leaks 2024Send us a text Dakota is busy with some moving but Jordan is here with a solo show. A recent leak might reveal what's to come for McFarlane and the DC Multiverse line this year. Check it out!2024-02-0414 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsNew Marvel Legends MCU Wave?Send us a text With a season of What If? right behind us, a new MCU wave is inevitable. But what will it include? Let's talk about it!2024-01-3018 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMarvel Legends Secret Wars LeakSend us a text Jordans prediction from August 2022 is coming true... sort of. @rektangular has leaked a Marvel Legends Secret Wars wave coming from Hasbro in 2024. Today we'll try to guess what we're going to see in that wave.2024-01-2316 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsAction Figures of 2024 So FarSend us a text Even though we're only half way through January we wanted to take a look at what we have coming from our favorite action figure lines including Marvel Legends, McFarlane, Mafex, Mythic Legions, Mezco, Savage Crucible, Legendari, and NECA.2024-01-1935 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMarvel Legends 2024 Leaks Are Here!Send us a text It's that special time of year again where the legendary @rektangular leaks a good chunk of the Marvel Legends we can expect to see this year. We use this information to help us budget for the year as well as sell off some of the figures that are about to be updated. Although nothing is for sure and things can aways change, if there's one person to trust with leaks, it's @rektangular SPOILER WARING: this is going to be a big chunk of the 2024 Marvel Legends. If you would...2024-01-1734 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMarvel Legends 2024 Releases Revealed?Send us a text Dan from the Legends team recently dropped some teases about what is to come for the line in 2024. Join us as we ponder the possibilities!2024-01-1521 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMarvel Legends Good, Bad, And Ugly of 2023Send us a text It's time for the annual Marvel Legends awards. The Hasbro Marvel Legends team does their "draft" every year, so we like to follow it up with one of our own with some unique awards.2024-01-1030 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsUpcoming Marvel Legends 5 Packs?Send us a text Amazon has already put out several 5 packs but there's gotta be more coming. Join us as we share some of our top picks and predictions! How likely are they? You decide!2024-01-0622 minStrong CollectorsStrong Collectors2024 Marvel Legends WishlistSend us a text It's that time of year again where it's time for us to hope Hasbro hears our pleas and grants us the Marvel Legends we wish for in 2024.2024-01-0538 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMarvel Legends Top 10 of 2023Send us a text The year is coming to a close and that means it's time to do our Top 10 Marvel Legends of the year recap. Who was in your top 10?2024-01-0225 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMarvel Legends Retro Hulk Wave?Send us a text In the latest installment of our now semi-regular series, join us as we talk about the possibilities of a new retro wave: Hulk!2023-12-3011 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsNew Marvel Legends Retro X-Men Wave?Send us a text Today we talk what is inevitably coming soon: more retro wave X-Men. But who will they be? Listen as we speculate and share your thoughts below! For the Giveaway: Make sure you're following us! Comment to enter. Only one entry per person. Giveaway will close on 12/20/23 The winner will receive the dio shown made my Macreations Dioramas. Free shipping within the continental United States, international entries are allowed but will need to cover shipping. When the winner i...2023-12-1424 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsNerdzoic Vs. The Strong CollectorsSend us a text Today we have a very special guest. Big Nerdy himself from @Nerdzoic is joining us to talk all things action figures, from collecting to selling, growing a business, and the age old battle for mental health. Check out his store here: https://nerdzoic.com/2023-12-131h 16Cowgirl ConfessionsCowgirl ConfessionsSeason 4: Ep 63 | The Suede & Coy Experience with Entrepreneur Kaylee Mae PhillipsSouth Dakota native, Kaylee Mae Phillips, takes us on the wild ride of how a dreaming dancer transformed into a western boutique innovator. Kaylee is a wife to a rodeo cowboy, mom to two darling littles, and owner of Suede & Coy Boutique. She sheds light on what it takes to be a successful business owner. Kaylee passionately explains why hard work , beginning with the end in mind, being herself,  and serving others have been the cornerstones in her business. Kaylee is a pioneer when it comes to creating personalized shopping experiences. Join us in this episode as she shares w...2023-12-0848 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMythic Legions: Rising SonsSend us a text Today we're going over the new Mythic Legions that were announced during G Con. As always Dakota plans to spend lots of money and Jordan plans to watch while he does. You can preorder this wave at: https://store-horsemen.myshopify.com/collections/all and you can get your Strong Collector shirts (still 50% off) here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1461445084/the-strong-collectors-shirt-action?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_sear...2023-11-2752 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsNew Retro Ironman Marvel Legends Wave?Send us a text Word on the street from @rektangular is we have a Marvel Legends Retro card wave coming next year. This isn't a huge shock because we assume Hasbro wouldn't make that card back just for the 2 figures they already have on it but would potentially do a wave with it. This has been on Dakota's list of topics for the show for about a year now and we finally get to talk about it. And if you want one of those sweet sweet shirts Dakota is wearing you can get them here: https://w...2023-11-1726 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsGiant Man: The End of Marvel Legends HasLabs?Send us a text We're entering the final days to fund Giant Man and we've got some thoughts about it. Can Hasbro pull this off or will history repeat itself with another failed project? Could this be the last Marvel Legends HasLab? Also, how are we feeling about Dakota's pirate mustache?2023-10-1922 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsHasLab Giant Man Coming Soon?Send us a text We think it's a pretty safe bet to assume the next HasLab will be Giant Man but what could the unlocks be and how much is this going to cost us fans? Dakota really wants him scaled down from Galactus and at the ever elusive "reasonable price".2023-08-2629 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsNew Marvel Legends Female Hydra and Shield 2 PackSend us a text Today Hasbro Marvel Legends is dropping the new Hydra and Shield 2 pack. You know how much Dakota loves his troop building. He'll be getting at least 2 of these. The down side here is we have already been getting multiples of Quake so it's really the Hydra agent we're after. But, the accessories here do seem to make it worth it. What do you think?2023-08-1714 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMythic Legions All Stars 6+Send us a text It's finally here. The entire Mythic Legions All Stars 6+ in all it's glory. We've seen the winners of the votes, now we get to see all the new figures. Dakota is blown away and feeling passionate that this is the greatest action figure company making figures. We see new skeletons as well as the knights to stand against them. What will you be pre ordering? If you would like a Strong Collectors shirt follow the link below. https://www.etsy.com/listing/1461445084/the-stron...2023-06-0546 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsAnimal Warriors of the Kingdom Are HereSend us a text Did Dakota just find a new favorite action figure line with Animal Warriors of the Kingdom? Mythic Legions aren't going anywhere, but Marvel Legends funds will be diverted to this new line for sure.2023-03-1627 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsNew MCU Guardians of the Galaxy Marvel LegendsSend us a text It should come as no surprise but we've got ourselves another bare bones wave. The future is looking grim for our Marvel Legends but we're still holding out hope for some of the figures that were leaked earlier this year. These new Guardians of the Galaxy figures look pretty good despite coming with almost nothing. Groot is Dakota's favorite and Jordan's favorite is....2023-02-2216 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsTalking Nostalgia with 9 to 5 Warriors CreatorSend us a text We enjoyed talking about the 9 to 5 Warriors so much in our last episode we had to bring on the creator for an interview. We got to sit down with Brandon Braswell, the mastermind behind the new toy line. We talked bout the good old days of Saturday morning cartoons and toy stores. We talk all the details about these unique new figures and how he plans to get them from his head, and into your hands. You can preorder yours at Big Bad Toy Store, link below. Dakota loves Sar...2022-12-0657 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMythic Legions G Con Necronominus RevealsSend us a text Mythic Legions Necronominus is upon us. Four Horsemen Studios revealed their newest wave of Mythic Legions at G Con showing off a lot of new characters and new parts. We have knights, skeletons and tons of good stuff to talk about today. Dakota is super excited to get more Legions and Jordan may get talked into ordering a few.2022-11-051h 01Strong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMarvel Legends Haslab Robbie ReyesSend us a text As we all suspected, the Marvel Legends Haslab has been announced as the Robbie Reyes Ghost Rider with Hell Charger. However, we didn't know what all was going to be coming with it, but now we do. Luckily, Dakota was wrong about the tires and flames being unlocked and are part of the base offer. We also know that all future stretch goals for this Haslab will be figures. We even have an early unlock incentive of a powered down Robbie Reyes.The big question is though, is t...2022-09-1729 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMythic Legions All Stars 5+Send us a text Today we're talking Mythic Legions. The preorder for All Stars 5+ is coming to a close on Sunday Set. 4th. After that they will be available on approved retailers. If you're like us, you may need a little extra info before making your purchase. That's what we're here for. We'll talk about all the figures coming out and the prices you can expect. Dakota plans to go all in and Jordan is planning to be more selective. We hope after listening you'll have a more clear picture...2022-08-3051 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsHaslab Marvel Legends: Predictions and WishesSend us a text Marvel Legends Haslab is right around the corner and we know the theme is Ghost Rider and it's all but confirmed that it will be the Hell Charger. With that in mind we're going to talk about what we expect for size and unlock-able tiers. Before you start coming for me (Dakota) in the comments, I realize now that a car the size of a sentinel is too big. We'll also talk about other ideas we think would be interesting to see Marvel Legends do in the future.Follow us on Inst...2022-08-2338 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMarvel Legends SDCC AnnouncementsSend us a text Today is a little different. Jordan is visiting family so it's a solo show with Dakota. Although lonely, Dakota wanted to make sure you knew about all the figures that were announced for Marvel Legends at San Diego Comic Con. We've got some Dakota for sure wants, some Jordan will for sure pre order and some that will passes on. Plus we get a tease as to what the next HasLab will be!Follow us @StrongCollectors2022-07-2333 minFit U PodcastFit U PodcastMove a Little MoreLast time we talked about balancing our health on scales with eating a little better. Today, we'll talk about how to add movement into your day to help you shift those scales towards the healthier side. If you want to learn more about Fit U or set up a coaching call, go to www.FitUCoaching.com 2022-07-1813 minFit U PodcastFit U PodcastEat a Little HealthierLast time we talked about balancing out health scales. Today we'll talk about how to eat a little healthier to shift our scales more towards health. To learn more about Fit U or set up a coaching call, go to www.FitUCoaching.com 2022-07-1120 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMythic Legions: A Beginners GuideSend us a text Mythic Legions: A Beginner's Guide. Today we talk to Jeremy Girard from 4 Horsemen Studios, the first and only director of sales and marketing. I (Dakota) have been getting more and more interested in Mythic Legions and thought, what better way to learn about the line than talking to an expert.Jeremy gives us all the details on what Mythic Legions are, some of the back story, how to start collecting, and what to expect in the future.You can see some of the pictures of fi...2022-07-111h 42Fit U PodcastFit U PodcastHealth is All About the ScaleWhen we say scales we mean balance scales, not your weight. Just because you eat a cookie doesn't mean you're unhealthy. There is a scale to everything, on one side of the scale could be going for a run. Maybe the middle is going for a walk. On the other end is sitting at home watching TV. Everyone has a different scale and today we're going to talk about how to move the scale toward the healthier side and find balance. If you want to set up a coaching call of find out more about Fit U...2022-07-0417 minFit U PodcastFit U PodcastEverything Steel MaceYou've heard us talk about steel mace a ton on this podcast. Today we're going to break down what a steel mace is and why Fit U's coaching is centered around this awesome tool. (It's in the logo for crying out loud) Set up a coaching call at www.fitucoaching.com 2022-06-2718 minFit U PodcastFit U PodcastFitness Myth BustingThere is a ton of fitness info out in the world right now, but how much of it is actually true. Today it's time to take some common myths you hear about fitness and bust them! The episode is only a little over 20 minutes long today, so we don't have time to cover everything. We picked out 3 common ones we hear to talk about in what will be the first of many of these types of episodes. If you have other ideas of myths you want bust or think might be bustable, let us know and we could talk...2022-06-2022 minFit U PodcastFit U Podcast4 Steps to a Fun New Fitness RoutineWant the 4 step guide we're talking about in this episode? Click the link to get it! https://www.fitucoaching.com/gettheguide Today we're going to talk about how to start your new fitness routine. We made a step by step guide for you to follow to help you in the journey.2022-06-1332 minFit U PodcastFit U PodcastImportance of RecoveryToday we're going to talk all things recovery. It's important to exercise, eat right and and move, but remember that recovery plays a big role in your health and fitness as well. We'll talk about some of my go to recommendation for recovery, Savannah has some questions that I try to shed some light on, and Savannah talks about how important mental recovery is along with your physical recovery.2022-05-3034 minFit U PodcastFit U PodcastWe Got CovidVacation was great... but we got covid. Today we'll share about our experience with covid and our recovery.2022-05-2314 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsMarvel Legends Instagram RevealsSend us a text Today we were surprised at the number of reveals given to us during the Hasbro Pulse Instagram Live. We got new retros, new 3.75, new multipack and a new figure in the Infinity Ultron wave. Jordan has less on he pre order list than Dakota, probably because Dakota is easily swayed by a good looking box. We also wrap up with a similar tease at the end like the Legends team like to do. Any guesses on what's to come??2022-05-1858 minFit U PodcastFit U PodcastBack From VacationWe're back from vacation! We had a lot of fun and today you'll get to hear all about it.2022-05-1721 minFit U PodcastFit U PodcastVacation PlanningIt's time for a vacation. Today we'll talk about our planning and what we hope to do on vacation. We'll also keep in mind some of the health aspects like eating and being active. We're both pretty active with our vacations with free diving, zip lines, surfing, and hiking, but we also want to rest too. See what Fit U has to offer online. 2022-05-0923 minFit U PodcastFit U PodcastTry Something NewEver find yourself in a rut with your fitness routine or maybe lack of routine. It may be time to try something new. There are tons of way to be active and exercise. Most people thing that means going to the gym and running on a treadmill or lifting weights. Those are great, but there are a lot of other options. Today we're going to talk about how to try something new, and what to expect when you do. If you want to learn more about Fit U or sign up for a coaching call with Dakota go to...2022-05-0224 minFit U PodcastFit U PodcastGoal SettingEveryone has set a goal at some point or another. Reaching that goal or not is a different story. Today we're going to talk about how to set goals, the kind of goals that should be set, and how to plan out a timeline to make those goals achievable. We'll talk about how some goals are better than other and how to peel back the layers of your goal to help find the driving force behind that goal (your why). If you want help setting goals or want to learn more about what Fit U has to...2022-04-2524 minFit U PodcastFit U PodcastMake Your Workout Fit UHave you ever heard someone say "I can't do that" when talking about a workout? Well, chances are they can, they just need to modify. There are modification to make almost any exercise a little easier or more challenging. Today, we're going to talk about to choose the right modification for your level of fitness. Maybe that means doing push ups on your knees, or maybe it means doing clapping push up. No matter what there's always a way to get moving and start getting a workout that's right for you at your fitness level. If you...2022-04-1827 minFit U PodcastFit U PodcastBigger vs. StongerToday Dakota and Savannah talk about the different types of goals of wanting to look strong and being strong and how those can be two different types of workouts. What goals require more resting? How much weight should you lift? What if you feel like you have to keep moving to get an effective workout? All these and more will be covered in today's episode. If you want to learn more about Fit U or sign up for a coaching call with Dakota go to www.FitUCoaching.com or follow on Instagram @FitU_Coacing2022-04-0825 minFit U PodcastFit U PodcastWho is Dakota PhillipsToday you get to hear a little more about me, how I got to where I am, and why I do what I do. Special guest Savannah Phillips will be doing the interviewing of me so that I'm not just monologing about myself. We'll talk about my education path, why I love the steel mace so much for fitness, American Ninja Warrior, and hobbies outside of fitness. If you want to learn more about what Fit U has to offer or want to set up a coaching call, go to www.fitucoaching.com or follow on social media @FitU...2022-04-0626 minFit U PodcastFit U PodcastNate SmithToday I sit down to talk to Nate Smith. Nate did 1-on-1 coaching through Fit U for nearly 2 years. We'll hear about his time during those 2 years about goals set and achieved. We'll also hear about how he enjoyed leaning to flow with a steel mace and what he's using his fitness for now. If you want to learn more about what Fit U has to offer or want to set up a coaching call, go to www.fitucoaching.com or follow on social media @FitU_Coaching2022-04-0519 minFit U PodcastFit U PodcastJordan FashToday I talk to Jordan Fash about his time with Fit U. Jordan has been with Fit U for over a year. He started with 1-on-1 coaching and has now joined the group coaching. We'll hear what Jordan has to say about both coaching options and his discussion to start his fitness journey. If you want to learn more about what Fit U has to offer or want to set up a coaching call, go to www.fitucoaching.com or follow on social media @FitU_Coaching2022-04-0413 minFit U PodcastFit U PodcastShokoToday I sit down with Shoko. I've been coaching Shoko from the start of the pandemic through Resolution Health Collaborative. Every day she wakes up for a workout and comes back for stretching later. I'm excited for you to meet her and hear her experience.2022-04-0315 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsThe Marvel Legends We WantSend us a text In this episode Jordan and Dakota talk about the Marvel Legends that have been announced that they are most excited to get this upcoming 2022 as well as the Marvel Legends they wish Hasbro would make. Dakota can't stop himself from wanting more than Marvel Legends and like J. Jonah Jameson, Jordan can't get enough Spider-Man.Follow us on Instagram@StrongCollectors https://www.instagram.com/strongcollectors/2022-02-051h 07Strong CollectorsStrong CollectorsTop 10 Marvel Legends of All Time: Part 2Send us a text In this spectacular 2 part episode, we'll find out which Marvel Legends are on Jordan and Dakota's top 10 list. Now remember, this is our list so before you sharpen your pitchforks, you might have a different list and that's ok.Follow us on Instagram@StrongCollectorshttps://www.instagram.com/strongcollectors/2022-01-2239 minStrong CollectorsStrong CollectorsTop 10 Marvel Legends of All Time: Part 1Send us a text In this spectacular 2 part episode, we'll find out which Marvel Legends are on Jordan and Dakota's top 10 list. Now remember, this is our list so before you sharpen your pitchforks, you might have a different list and that's ok.Follow us on Instagram@StrongCollectorshttps://www.instagram.com/strongcollectors/2022-01-2227 minNurture The MindNurture The MindPodcast with Dakota PhillipsDakota Phillips is a Senior at Iowa State University. This interview is a part of the series of interviews that Ethan, Olivia, and I conducted for our class project on how COVID-19 is impacting college students. Dakota shared how he's been staying busy during the pandemic, an update on his love life, and how he feels optimistic about the future. I want to thank Dakota for meeting up with me at Smokey Row and getting into the details of how he's been living since the pandemic started. The rest of our interviews will be released periodically over the coming...2020-11-2126 min