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STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 120 : Biddulph Or TunaOur special interview guest this month is multi-award winning childrens’ author and illustrator Rob Biddulph, who tells Andy P not only of his experience growing up as a Star Wars fan, but especially, a memorable 1979 visit to Elstree Studios, home of The Empire Strikes Back.
In the intro section we chat about how to keep your collecting fresh and interesting, look at our own new acquisitions and others from around the world including a Kenner Firecart, a Palitoy display, a Trebor sweetie box, transparent Leia’s, and some old-skool home taping. Spoons does the quiz by-the-book, and Rich...2025-07-274h 32
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 118: Sayonara Ingurando Konichiwa NihonWe’re Celebrating this month, looking forward - or is it back? - to Celebration Japan, and the Oriental adventures of Jason and Spoons.
Our special interview guest is Zia Rezvi, a Twickenham based collector, and an all round great guy. Rich delves deep into his collecting habits and his love for a galaxy far, far away.
Otherwise, in a packed show, the lads sort out Disney’s upcoming Star Wars programming, tell all about their growing collections, and debate this month’s selections in the Action Playset Face-Off.
Andy P has a Top qu...2025-04-254h 02
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 117 : Alias Sith and JonesThis month’s show really is going down the toilet! That is to say, the downstairs loo of our special guest Matt Skywalker-Jones, which he’s turned into a bijou display room. Matt tells all to Andy P, and talks about his collecting journey, and his many vintage passions.
Elsewhere, the lads ponder Star Tourism, tell all about their latest finds, and battle it out in the Action Playset Face-Off, which sees a Death Star and an Ewok Village up against not one but two Cantina playsets. Jason hosts this month’s quiz, and in New Acquisition shout-o...2025-03-234h 38
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 116 : Holiday Special SpectacularHo, ho, ho! But that’s enough from Jabba. It’s that time of year again, when thoughts turn to families, feasting, and festivities. Yes, it’s the Vintage Rebellion Christmas Special!
Kicking things off in fine style we take a look back at vintage gifts received, the good, the bad, and the ugly. The team then consider casting their own nativity play - Star Wars style, of course.
The New Acquisitions section sees Jason back on fine form with a list as long as Santa’s, and the other lads also picking up some pre-Christmas goodies. There’s a Carol service w...2024-12-233h 21
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 115 : That belongs in a museum!This month sees the team musing over museums, existing and yet to come. With the exciting news that 4 of the worlds biggest Star Wars collections are to be brought together in one place for public viewing, we’re delighted to welcome back Gus Lopez and Duncan Jenkins to the podcast, to tell us more in our main interview.
There’s a canter through new acquisitions, a face-off of Action Playsets, and it’s Rich’s turn to get quizzical. We look at shout-outs from around the collecting world, with some rare US pieces, a curious LP, movie magazine...2024-11-064h 24
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 114 : Steve Denny - A Star Wars Story
We're delighted to welcome Steve Denny as this month's special guest interviewee with Rich. Steve is a legend in collecting circles, one of the old school, in the game right from the start, and he has some great tales to tell.
Rich poses an interesting question in this month's intro - what period of collecting would you go back to, but you can't bring anything back - and strictly no cheating!
Elsewhere the lads rattle through their latest finds, and puzzle over a cardbacks quiz. There's the last ever Action Vehicle Face-Off (no cheering at the back there) and some gr...2024-09-054h 34
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 113: Kennedy Space Toys CentreTime for episode 113, with our hosts all set for their hols they kick off proceedings with tales of what Star Wars are essential suitcase additions.
It’s holidays all round as this month, Canadian guest Bill Kennedy is on a tour of the UK and Ireland, and popped into Spoons’s house for a chat about Star Wars growing up in Canada, the origins of May the North be with you, and all things Die-cast - his dad bent his Y Wing!
Listen in disbelief as Rich tells tale of a Latest Acquisition and the othe...2024-08-114h 29
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 112 : Picking Brains of PickersIn-between the UEFA Euros, the Cricket World cup, the horse racing, the snail world championships, Crufts, Cat of the Year show - the boys have managed to get together, talk Star Wars and get a show out.
Vehicle face off asks the question 'will Richard continue to hand out the award to Spoons', probably yes.
Rebel briefings sees a catch up with Chris Fawcett to hear about his Big Pick 3 (no, its not the Nostril Rummaging Championships).
And we hi-five Hayjax to find out how many crusty second hand bedsheets Andy Preston owns in...2024-06-233h 26
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 111 : Blake's HeavenThe Vintage Rebellion hits a nelson of episodes, 111. Shake your legs in respect.
This month’s special guest is Blake Edgerton, who joins Rich to chat about collecting Down Under, and in particular, a wonderful story of an amazing vintage find, from a guy who inherited his father’s collection.
The intro segment sees the lads discuss the current state of Star Wars, and where they’d like to see the saga develop in the years to come. Moving swiftly on, there’s a quick run through the latest purchases, a lively Action Vehicle Face-Off, and Andy P...2024-05-215h 16
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 110 : Booker Boba FettThe podcast starts in sombre mood this month as after a brief intro about accessories, we remember our friend Craig Spivey, and celebrate the many and varied things that he brought to the world of Star Wars collecting.
We’re talking Star Wars tourism this month, as the two Andy’s look back on their recent holiday to Hoth, Rich looks forward to touring Tatooine, and our special interview guest Matt Booker talks about the many Star Wars locations that you can visit in Britain, and beyond. Matt also brings us up to date on childhood collecting, his...2024-03-315h 21
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 109 : Peach for the starsAfter the team’s discussion on the recent find of Peach Fett and his pre-production mates, our special interview guest this month is Neil Donnelly, who unearthed these fascinating pieces. Neil takes us through the story, answers the lads’ questions from last month, and talks about his love for all things Star Wars.
Otherwise, with the New Year upon us and the podcast entering its 10th year, the boys ponder on how they might start as new collectors in 2024. What would they focus on, and what to look out for?
The Intro section is busy as e...2024-01-254h 13
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 108 : The Vintage Rebellion’s Christmas CarolMerry Christmas to all our listeners, and the Star Wars collecting community. Celebrate the festive period with us whilst the lads share their memories of yesteryear and of course their ongoing passions spending hard earned groats on 40 year old cardboard and plastic.
Christmas collecting Past, Present and Future is on the menu of this episode with dollops of regular festive treats. Can Jason show his passion for the Rebel Troop Transport or will the Andy's Tie up a win by fighting off Pete's Skiff minirig in the Vintage Vehicle Face off.
Richard serves up a del...2023-12-222h 53
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 107 : Mr Tree’s Farthest From FiestaIt’s that time of year again - the big man’s getting ready for the main event, his team of little helpers preparing lots of toys for girls and boys….. No, not Santa! We’re talking about the one and only Mr Dave Tree, and the upcoming Farthest From vintage collecting event! Dave’s our main interview guest this month, and we take a deep dive into his events, his love for Palitoy, his work with Fantha Tracks, unproduced toys, the 2007 Palitoy Archive exhibit, and so much more.
The lads are anticipating that other 'seasonal event' this winte...2023-12-016h 03
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 105 : The Old Jock and the Crazy CanucksWe are back after a bit of a break due to holidays and the such. Plus we had to wait for Jason to get through customs after he was detained trying to smuggle acres of Canadian cardboard in his luggage and down his britches.
Our feature this month is The Nelvana Reunion panel featuring John Celestri, Larry Jacobs, and Brian Lemay and they talk about their experiences working on the Holiday Special, Droids, and Ewoks cartoons! The panel took place at ‘May the North be with You’ in Toronto on August 5th - Thanks to Chris Porteous.
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STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 104 : Roger, RogerStar Wars Academy Award winner Roger Christian joins Chris Porteous and Andy 'Spoons' Norton to chat Star Wars set decoration, Alien and the life of Brian.
The hosts try to put together a 'Top 5 of Toys we should maybe talk more about '. Do you agree with their choices and suggestions? Spoons shares a revelation recently discovered about an action figure that might make the list.
In the four way Action Figure Face-off Andy Preston hops in an AT-AT to defend its Driver, Andy 'Spoons' Norton joins the Death Squad to see if its Commander is...2023-07-064h 05
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 103 : Strap in for Galaxy ToursWith Celebration Europe now a fading memory, the team remain hungry for more Star Wars travels, and this month’s interview guest Davin Anderson joins Rich to discuss taking a tour to Tatooine - and the outskirts of Cairo in the 1930s, apparently.
There’s a bumper New Acquisitions section as the lads tell all about their Celebration scores and other pick-ups, and try to stop Jason discussing every single piece of swag he’s collected.
Action Figure Face-Off sees Pete try to defend Jason’s focus figure - how did he do?
Andy P t...2023-05-304h 51
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastStar Wars Celebration 2023 SpecialJoin us for a one-off special recorded in front of a live studio audience at Star Wars Celebration on the Holonet Stage! Lots of chat about vintage collecting, a 40th anniversary look back at Jedi, and the legend that is Duncan Jenkins joins us a special guest to discuss his favourite five odd ball items - number one is truly a one-off. Of course there is all the usual fun and banter, a one off action vehicle face off and an audience quiz. If that doesn’t tempt you we come in at a less than 90 minutes - was th...2023-04-181h 10
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 102 : Maisey Force Be With YouWith Star Wars Celebration around the corner, the Vintage Rebellion Podcast team are as frenzied as ever with their vintage Star Wars enthusiasm, listen to the epic reveals from a vast array of purchases from February's Echo Live event.
The main feature this month also comes from Echo Live as we have the recording from the Palitoy talk from legends Geoff Maisey and Bob Brechin.
Kathleen Kennedy tasks the lads with pitching for new Star Wars shows based off Vintage toys, will the ideas be as good as recent Disney shows. Let us know if yo...2023-03-204h 39
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 101 : Maxwell’s HouseThis month’s episode is a little late as the festivities from episode 100 went on late into the night, then the next day, week, month etc. The lads finally picked themselves up and soldiered on bravely recounting their Christmas Star Wars 'gifts': the good, the bad, and the ugly. There’s also a bumper edition of new acquisitions, covering two months worth of collecting tat.
The intro section rounds off with a hard fought Action Figure Face-Off - will Rich let the Wookiee win? - and a knockout quiz from Spoons.
The team discusses some fabu...2023-02-064h 12
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 99 : Chris Causes Chaos at Canadian Collecting Club ConventionThere’s news from the North this month, as Chris Porteous visits a Canadian con "May the North be with you" and brings us interviews with Kenner luminaries Stephen Geddes and Jim Swearingen, telling their tales about creating and sculpting the toys that are the main reason we’re all here.
Elsewhere, the World Cup is on, and the lads are talking goals, scores, red cards and trophies - Star Wars stylee.
New Acquisitions heralds collectibles from Palitoy to pencils, tee shirts to two-packs, and books to bowling balls, and shout outs to some great find...2022-12-014h 22
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 96 : Narayan NunbWell, it’s summer, and the thwack of leather on willow is heard on village greens across England. Or it would be, if it wasn’t raining. But, that doesn’t dampen the spirits, as the lads select their first XI Star Wars action figures to put on their whites, step up to the crease, and try not to get caught leg before Wicket. Oh, and Rich does his best to explain the rules of cricket for those (like Jason) not in the know.
After a brief catch-up on Obi-Wan on t’telly, the team looks ahead to the A...2022-08-013h 59
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 95: Celebrate Star Wars - Come on!It's time to Celebrate! But before the lads look back to Anaheim and forward to London, there's a round-up of Obi-Wan Kenobi on t'telly - is it any good? What did we like? What wasn't so great?
And with that, it's time for a deep dive into Star Wars Celebrations. Jason and Chris tell all about highlights and hi-jinks in Anaheim, we look back at the announcements, the panels, the guests, and the Collecting Track, as well as interviews with other intrepid Brits who made the long trek to California.
Rounding up the regular features...2022-07-054h 39
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 94 : Diapers as HelmetsThe lads kick off by digging up some old fossils, as a tale of archaeological artefacts leads to a discussion on treasures lost and found.
A debate on Revenge items making it to store shelves is followed by latest acquisitions, with an update on last month’s Kneesaa challenge. Has Rich succumbed to all things furry? You’ll have to listen and find out!
Action Figure Face-off sees a General, a Dignitary, a Princess and a Bounty Hunter fight it out, with Jason surprising himself – and us – with his contribution. The lads discuss recent finds from aro...2022-05-244h 55
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 93 : Billenium FalconA five hour feast of vintage Star Wars collecting chowder. Join the lads in their quest to collect and talk about more stuff than their man caves can physically contain. Will the repair to the rift in Jason's collecting room hold out? Tune in.
Joining the usual hosts this month is chief wizard of all things social media and sound editing, Chris Porteous. We recorded on a Sunday so we nabbed him and made him talk.
Our main interview is with Bill Kimberlin who is known for his amazing VFX work on Return of the Je...2022-05-075h 02
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 91 : Jimmy MACtion FiguresThe Vintage Rebellion Returns. Or is it the Return of the Vintage Rebellion, or maybe even the Revenge of... okay, okay you get the point. We blame Richard and possibly Jason for the lack of January release. Its a long story, but considering our length in show you don't need to hear it. Its Episode 91!
Our very specialist of guests this month is Star Wars Podcasting Royalty, Sir Jimmy Mac from Rebel Force Radio. Pete has a good old fashioned chat about collecting, podcasting and anything else Star Wars related.
With Christmas but a fading memory, t...2022-02-144h 09
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 90 : Santa Haines is coming to HothIt’s Chriiiiistmaaassssss! And the team is in festive mood for a bumper seasonal edition, complete with a special guest host. Who is it? You’ll be running to find out…..
A discussion on Christmas gifts past and present leads on to new acquisitions, and for once all of the lads have something to share, as well as shout-outs to some amazing finds from around t’internet.
Action Figure Face-Off has a twist this month, with a snow-filled seasonal flavour, straight from Hoth.
In Rebel Briefings we hear about the return of a long-awa...2021-12-245h 02
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 89 : State of the Rogue 4 (Hobbie)
The boys open with a brief retrospective on the trailer of The Book of Boba Fett. With a plethora of vintage morsels, was it enough to entice or repel?
The Action Figure face-off features two of our favourite furry friends. No, not Jason Smith and Andy Preston, but Logray and Romba. But can the more passionate defences for the AT-AT Commander and Yoda send those fuzzballs packing. Who wins? Only Richard can decide.
Following a Squid game inspired quiz from Jason Smith, Rebel Briefings with Richard Hutchinson is jam packed with stories. Ranging from the latest baggie drama, prices, Star War...2021-11-294h 16
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 87 : Grand Moff ParkinsThe hosts are pondering a question of ethics - how should pursuing our hobby influence our public behaviour?
Moving swiftly on, there are a plethora of new acquisitions from the team this month, and some great shout-outs from around the world wide web, including an excellent new collection room, and an unexpected Canadian discovery.
Action Figure Face-Off features two Droids, a Gunner, and a smooth talking Smuggler. Who will emerge victorious?
The lads discuss all the latest goings-on in the collecting world including a retrospective of the recent collecting event Echo Base Live...2021-11-254h 31
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 86 : Star Wars and HutchThe lads are in a nostalgic mood this month with a look back at Celebration Europe 3, which was 5 years ago this month. Panels, exhibits, costumes, celebs, swag and socials are all reminisced.
Some great new acquisitions are discussed, from the team and elsewhere, and there’s a feisty Action Figure Face-Off - can anyone beat The Fett?
In Rebel Briefings the team discusses the sale of the podcast’s spiritual home the Star Wars Forum U.K., celebrates the launch of the Variant Villain website, notes the sad deterioration in the health of Star Wars auth...2021-11-254h 17
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 88 : Bocra FettRich has spotted a photo on Facebook, taken in a Far East factory, where a team of workers are busy assembling Star Wars figures. The lads discuss what insights this might have for our hobby, and whether it might affect our thinking about Star Wars toys.
There’s a boisterous Action Figure Face-Off, and the team discuss some brilliant acquisitions from the past month, around the world of vintage collecting, including a great tale of a prototype action figure case which sat un-noticed in a collection for years.
Andy Spoons comes up trumps with a gr...2021-10-143h 43STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 87 : Grand Moff ParkinsThe hosts are pondering a question of ethics - how should pursuing our hobby influence our public behaviour?
Moving swiftly on, there are a plethora of new acquisitions from the team this month, and some great shout-outs from around the world wide web, including an excellent new collection room, and an unexpected Canadian discovery.
Action Figure Face-Off features two Droids, a Gunner, and a smooth talking Smuggler. Who will emerge victorious?
The lads discuss all the latest goings-on in the collecting world including a retrospective of the recent collecting event Echo Base Live, and interviews with the traders, punters...2021-09-304h 31STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 87 : Grand Moff ParkinsThe hosts are pondering a question of ethics - how should pursuing our hobby influence our public behaviour?
Moving swiftly on, there are a plethora of new acquisitions from the team this month, and some great shout-outs from around the world wide web, including an excellent new collection room, and an unexpected Canadian discovery.
Action Figure Face-Off features two Droids, a Gunner, and a smooth talking Smuggler. Who will emerge victorious?
The lads discuss all the latest goings-on in the collecting world including a retrospective of the recent collecting event Echo Base Live...2021-09-084h 31
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 86: Star Wars & HutchThe lads are in a nostalgic mood this month with a look back at Celebration Europe 3, which was 5 years ago this month. Panels, exhibits, costumes, celebs, swag and socials are all reminisced.
Some great new acquisitions are discussed, from the team and elsewhere, and there’s a feisty Action Figure Face-Off - can anyone beat The Fett?
In Rebel Briefings the team discusses the sale of the podcast’s spiritual home the Star Wars Forum U.K., celebrates the launch of the Variant Villain website, notes the sad deterioration in the health of Star Wars autho...2021-07-314h 17
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 85 : May The Force Be With EurosWith the 2020 European Championship in full swing the lads have gone football crazy this month (that’s soccer, if you’re in the States), discussing which Star Wars action figures would make it into the TVR fantasy football squad.
The New Acquisitions section brings a plethora of goodies from Messrs Norton, Preston and Smith, with Rich and Pete sadly bereft.
In Action Figure Face-Off the battle is between a General, a Commander, a Pilot and a Pirate - with perhaps a surprising outcome.
After a quiz in which quizmaster Richard makes up the answ...2021-07-052h 45
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 84 : Chef ChirpaA fully vaccinated panel discuss what constitutes Vintage these days: Jason "Mr Palitoy" Smith is certainly known as a fossil, Andy Preston - ancient, Andy "Spoons" Norton - a relic, Peter Davis - a golden oldie and Richard - northern.
TV's celebrity chef Dean Edwards joins Jason and Andy to talk collecting, conventions, miscards, Toy Toni's, mealtimes Star Wars style, and more.
In Action Figure Face-Off this month its Nien Nunb vs Stormtrooper vs Teebo vs Chief Chirpa. Its the fiercest battle yet and Peter has to like an Ewok!
Richard's Rebel Briefings sees f...2021-05-313h 44
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 83 : "I have encountered a Burgess in the force"An almighty 4 hours of Vintage Star Wars for Episode 83 and although a little later than normal we thought what better way to release on May 4th*. Our feature interview is with Dan Burgess, who can be found on Generation Skywalker TALKING MODERN MOSTLY! (the traitor), but is also a barmy vintage collector and has adorned the Vintage Rebellion on many occasions in the past.
The Vintage Rebellion Swap Shop takes off with the Marvel ROTJ number 1 with badges getting traded up for - a Canadian ROTJ Nikto MOC... who has something to trade for that?
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STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 82 : We’ve spotted Eric Walkers on the North RidgeAndy and Chris talk to Eric Walker, author, musician, broadcaster and star of the Ewok movies, Caravan of Courage and Battle for Endor. He shares tales of life on the set, working with Warwick Davis and George Lucas, and how he’s still connected to the galaxy far, far away.
Yes.. you read that correctly. Its Chris Porteous. He's finally been let out!
This month its Bib Fortuna v AT-ST Driver v R2-D2 Solid Dome v Snaggletooth. Revelations about our red jump-suited cantina denizen has the boys in a quandary. Can Andy Spoons Norton win aga...2021-03-303h 48
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 81 : Can I have a 'P' for Palitoy please Bob?A little bit later than scheduled this month. We are blaming February, it ended early. But finally Episode 81 is here.
Our main interview is with Palitoy legend Bob Brechin, not only the Chief of Design during the Star Wars era but also fundamental in creating much of the toys we loved as kids. Join Andy Spoons as he dives deep into those golden years. Pete and Jason occasionally ask the odd question.
Our new feature this month has the lads putting forward their reasons for the Best Action Figure. Up for consideration this time are C...2021-03-023h 46
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 80 : Sinterklaas is coming to KuinHappy New Year everyone, we hope all listeners (and stalkers) are well and still collecting vintage Star Wars items during these Apocalyptic times. All the hosts are still alive however Jason has collected so much stuff that a hole in his collecting room wall has opened up as the 1980s has created a time vortex and is starting to reclaim certain parts of his collection.
Our guest this month is Dutch collector Marc Kuin. Marc discussed the early days of collecting Star Wars in the Netherlands and his struggles trying to locate any items in the wild. W...2021-01-303h 16
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 79 : Legends of the ForceDuring recording of episode 79 we heard the news that Jeremy Bulloch had passed, adding to the recent passing of David Prowse. Andy Preston pays tribute to two legends of the Star Wars Universe.
Check this out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rcgLOyHaoxA
Our main interview this month is with Craig Miller. Director of Fan Relations for Lucasfilm 1977 - 1980. He created and oversaw the Official Star Wars Fan Club as well as having edited and written virtually all of the first two years of Bantha Tracks. He has a number of terrific stories, and maybe the l...2020-12-235h 28
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 78 : Pal-Lee-ToysEver thought of making your own playset for vintage Star Wars action figures because 'those that should' back in the day didn't cater for all of our vintage cardboard enthusiasm? Thats exactly what young Lee Gregory thought and decided to do something about it. Hear his unique Manchester-based experience as he rights those wrongs.
The lads debate further "Vintage 2.0":- most people have collected everything figure wise, it appears we are turning slightly to the continuation of the line and wanting new-old-new stuff
In Rebel Briefings Richard recalls a story where vintage is found behind a...2020-11-303h 43
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 74 : The Big Bangert TheoryWhat's better than 4 podcast hosts? No, silly... it's not free cheesy Wotsits for life, its of course having 5 hosts for this month. And because of that we've gone over 4 hours of scrumptious warbling for your earlugs. Who said you weren't lucky to have us.
The podcast celebrates 100k downloads thanks to an email from Podbean which is about a year out of date as we are currently over 115k downloads.
We pay tribute to James Martin as he sadly passed away in July after many years of fighting off cancer. A knowledgeable collector who we ca...2020-07-294h 17
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 73 : Principal Sigma SkinnerIn amongst fighting off mice and general wildlife - trying to eat the collectibles stored in his garage - young Star Wars fan Stuart Skinner, from nearby France, takes part in this months interview. Talking SIGMA, being mistaken for Romba the Ewok and all those days of being on this here podcast for decades.
Jason Smith has a new microphone, but can he stay awake long enough in his office/sauna to finish his list of acquisitions whilst Andy Preston returns as we discuss Empire Strikes Back having a birthday. Sadly we are all old enough to r...2020-06-293h 25
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 72 : I am the Law, Bot!Hot off the heels from Episode 71, comes Episode 72! Amazing isn't it.
Check out the 4D version from our Vintage Space Wizard Chris Porteous: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CxG3EmJhRF8
Andy Norton decides to have a go at a quiz this month to test the chops of recent 'Farthest From - Online' champions Richard Hutchinson and Andy Preston. It's an attempt at ITV's The Chase. With Mr. Preston being the Chaser. Can Jason, Peter & Richard beat him down?
The main interview is with Irish writer Michael Carroll, who runs the online blog 'R...2020-05-263h 31
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 71 : Bossk-CatGoodness gracious, has it been a month already since the last episode? Nope. Quarantine has meant we got on with this episode. Or maybe its living in fear of our hosts: The Andy's - Preston and Spoons'. An accidental delve into their past reveals some dark secrets. You would not believe it. Really!
We see what the community has been up to in these dark times and especially those who can turn their skillsets to something to help for the greater good.
Richard flies (secretly) to meet New Zealand artist Mark Catley for this months i...2020-04-222h 42
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 70 : Guardians of the GalaxiasThe apocalypse is finally here. It's what we've been training for since Dawn of the Dead in the 1970s. What's your weapon of choice? OR you can stay in your house, kick off your cuban heels, grab a relaxing beverage in your favourite mug and listen to a few hours of vintage Star Wars collecting talk.
We have handy-Andy Preston and jaunty-Jason Smith joining Richard and Peter in the hosting duties. We hear some cracking interviews from Andy's trip to Finse, Norway on his Empire Strikes Back / Hoth adventure - listen to him being gnawed on by a...2020-03-314h 19
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 69 : R5-DEANS4Funnily enough the episode number of this podcast produced zero crude jokes and innuendo's, which is surprising. Almost as much as Jason Smith returning with fellow supporting guest co-host Andrew Mr Spoons Norton.
The main interview sees Richard catch up with David Deans to discuss many things including his love of that short fused droid R5-D4.
A brazen phalanx of midland and northern flavoured hosts results in a focus on that great staple of British picnics: the Thermos - in Pete's Licensee section.
Richard warbles merrily in Rebel Briefings about Jasons cardback m...2020-02-282h 57
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 68 : Behaynd Thunderdome"We don't need another hero, we don't need to know the way home, All we want is to hear a podcast about vintage Star Wars collecting with an interview with Justin Haynie and Jenn Thunders(dome)" Catchy rendition of that famous theme tune, no? Richard catches up with these two awesome collectors whilst we are joined by the Andy's, Preston and Spoons (Norton in real life) for hosting duties.
In Rebel Briefings Richard highlights a mysterious tale of a price sticker, we share Gary Smith's completion of an incredible collection and a discussion breaks out on how b...2020-01-273h 37
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 67 : Marshalling the TroopsIt's Christmas, it's the end of the decade, it's the end of the Skywalker saga. If you want to hear us talk about any of that, then buy us a pint and ask us on a date. Instead, episode 67 sees Rich and Pete joined by Edd Grant and Mark Daniels to talk Vintage Star Wars collecting and pretty much nothing else.
Main interview is Graham Marshall who we found on eBay selling off Episode 1 Amidala Cereal boxes to Peter then enticed him into his house for food on the promise of showing him his Empire MOCs.
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STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 66 : My Little Buddy FettNovember 2019s Vintage Rebellion podcast welcomes Jason Smith to the regular hosts. Mark Daniels had to drop out through a sniffle but we managed to Press-Gang Craig Spivey for Jason's 'Adventure Game' style quiz.
Craig's main reason for joining us is to talk about this month's Licensee focus of Letraset. It's not just a focus, its a fundamental blast through a much loved range of products. The notes supplied for this may well be the most comprehensive ever seen. You do not want to miss it, nether do you want to do anything other than gather a f...2019-11-284h 45
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 64 : Death Alistair DroidThe Vintage Rebellion welcome Andrew Preston and Mark Daniels to take us through Episode 64 as this months rotating guests.
Alistair Kirkland takes Stuart and Richard through his expansive and impressive collection during this months main interview, Stuart's delighted as Alistair is a Sigma nut who has recently finished his Sigma run.
Rich is joined by Ben Sheehan as they take a look at the new book from Kim Simmons. As well as this Rich guides us through his time at the Star Wars Annual event before celebrating the fact that Farthest From has a Christmas d...2019-09-245h 50
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 63 : MetropoChrisThe Vintage Rebellion rumbles on post Jexit, as Stuart, Richard and Pete are joined by two of the five rotating guest hosts, this month we welcome Edd Grant and Jason Smith on board to help us with the void that Jez leaves.
Pete takes control of the interview this month as he completes his trilogy of Toy Shop interviews, this time it is Chris Molbon for Metropolis that joins him for a chat.
Richard is joined by David Quinn, Dan Loisell and Brent Scothmer to discuss this years ICCC event and what will be different...2019-08-225h 30
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 62 : Benny Potter and the Temple of DoomEpisode 62 features an interview with not one but two collectors and traders. joining Stuart and Richard is Richard Temple and Ben Potter, owners of Toys of Tatooine. The lads discuss trading, collecting, oddball items as well as delving into numerous finds including a 380 Logray MOC find.
Rebel Briefings sees Rich tackle all the important issues from around the hobby over the last four weeks. He takes us through a look at Modern pre-Production Items, Shill bidding accounts which were recently exposed, asks the question whether grading companies are favourable to repeat customers and we say a sad far...2019-07-267h 07
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 60 : "Execute Order Sixty-Spinnickie"With Celebration now a distant memory the boys return to the usual format for Episode 60. The team start with a reflection on Peter Mayhew who we've sadly lost since the last show.
Anthony Spinnickie joins Stuart and Richard to discuss his Ben Kenobi and Luke Skywalker focuses and how he got involved with Chive Cast and their social media amongst many other topics.
In this months Newest Acquisitions the lads look at a whole array of items, including a ray gun! Rich explains about a fantastic gift give to Adam Pemberton at Echo Live and th...2019-05-235h 34
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 58 : Celebrating CelebrationWith Star Wars Celebration in Chicago on the horizon the TVR team mash up a normal feeling show with Celebration.
In place of an interview this month we have a Celebration Roundtable where Chris Fawcett, Ron Salvatore and Chris Georgoulias join Stuart and Richard to talk Chicago, Collecting Track, Star Tots and previous Celebrations amongst many other topics, Ron also relays a wonderful story of a rocket firing Fett, David Mandel and a random passing Stormtrooper!!!
Richard looks at this years Collecting track in Rebel Briefings but is also joined by Matt George, Gary Borbridge...2019-03-276h 14
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 57 : Rebellions Are Built On CopeEpisode 57 sees Star Wars Tracker developer Jared Cope join Stuart & Pete to discuss his collecting, coins, Australia and of course Tracker.
Rebel Briefings this month sees the team delve into the jaw dropping Prop Store Toy Auction as they look at some of the items that are available as well as being in awe of the information that is included in the auction catalogue. Richard leads the team through some other topics too as they look at R5-D4 Pre-Production, the Podcast stage at Celebration and Chicago and offer their thoughts on the new 'Retro Line' from H...2019-02-244h 28
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 55 : Rockin' Roundster The Christmas TreeThe final episode of the year from the Vintage Rebellion lands with a shorter than usual show (although still longer than most others).
Stuart and Richard are joined by Brit Paul Davis A.K.A. Roundster, for this months main interview where they discuss a whole host of topics including several various focuses Paul has had on his collecting journey.
Richard looks at three stories from the hobby on Rebel Briefings, starting with Diecast and finishing with Vectis with a Battles issue sandwiched inbetween.
The NA is shorter this month but still takes...2018-12-233h 42
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastThe Fifth Holiday Special : Talking a Load of BaublesThe Fifth Holiday Special from The Vintage Rebellion sees the lads gather round a table with a Snowball to discuss 2018 and 2019 with regards to the hobby, events, collecting and the podcast.
Stuart is joined by Edd Grant to reflect on Star Wars Forum UKs 2018 and then alongside Richard they are joined by UK Facebook admins Mark Baker, Mark Daniels and Jason Smith to reflect once again on 2018 from a Facebook point of view.
In amongst all the chit chat is this years end quiz as the TVR Eggheads Team (Jez, Richard, Pete, Steve and Simon...2018-12-083h 47
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 54 : Paliboys do PalitoysVintage Rebellion return with a slightly different format than normal. This month there is no focus interview after Richard and Pete were able to attend the Palitoy presentation in Coalville with former employees of the toy company. In place of the interview we hear the presentation in its entirety instead.
Although no interview we show does have a familiar feel to it outside of that change with Richard discussing the unearthing of some old photos in the 99p Woolworths baggie scandal, as well as catching up with friend of the show, Stephane Faucourt to discuss his latest upc...2018-11-294h 45
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 53 : Taking The Droids To IsengardThe Vintage Rebellion's 53rd episode lands with some disappointing news with regards to a member of the team. However, the other four crack on and smash out another show just in time before October ends.
David Phillips joins Stuart and Richard from New Zealand to discuss his work with WETA, his love of droids and a huge find in the wild amongst many other topics.
Rebel Briefings is packed to the hilt as Richard chats with Chris Fawcett about two fascinating topics, he is then joined by Robin Bocra to discuss the new Jordan Hembrough s...2018-10-315h 11
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 52 : Seahawks, Star Wars and the Vintage CrusadeEpisode 52 lands a little later than usual but we're delighted to be able to confirm that even though overseas, Jez has managed to join us and record the entire show!!! So hopefully the show will be worth the wait.
Stuart and Richard are joined by Jason Langendorfer for this months interview, Jason discusses his collecting habits with the boys in depth including telling us about his recent visit to Redwood Forest whilst discussing his photography of the toys we all love, from the photos he snapped back in the 1980s through to the recent snaps he continues t...2018-09-305h 13
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 51 : There's Klingons On The Viewport BowAfter last months epic seven hour plus podcast the Vintage Rebellion return with a far more manageable time. It's just a 4 man team this month as Simon goes on a soul searching mission to make himself an actual likeable individual.
Rebel Commando focus collector and host of Sixth Scale Scavengers Podcast join Stuart and Richard to discuss his collection and his collecting habits.
Rebel Briefings is jam packed as Richard takes us through several topics including reproduction M.O.C.s and Canadian Jigsaw puzzles amongst many others.
A shorter Newest Acquisitions section a...2018-08-224h 10
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 50 : The Other 88 Said "No"It's The Vintage Rebellions 50th Episode, so we launch with an extended episode (yes extended if you can believe that) to celebrate the milestone with no less than 9 (yes NINE) guests. The team welcome a whole array of guests to celebrate.
Chris Porteous joins Stuart and Richard for this months interview as the boys discuss Canadian items, Tantive forum and Quebec items as well as many other things.
In the New Acquisitions section the lads are joined by not 1 but 5 guests, all welcomed on to share their knowledge. The items discussed range from mint carded fi...2018-07-307h 15
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 49 : Never Mind The BullockThe Vintage Rebellion celebrates their four year anniversary by giving our listeners a six hour delight.
Stuart and Simon are joined by 12 inch collecting legend Lee Bullock, where he discusses his early memories, trading in the current climate and of course his expertise in Star Wars dollies.
Rebel Briefing sees Rich look at our hopes for Vintage Star Wars at Celebration before delving into an old discussion on 20/21 backs and more.
In this months NA the lads review some more awesome purchases from across Facebook and the forums. They even take a look i...2018-06-246h 02
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 47 : The Cantina PatronsThe Vintage Rebellion returns for their 47th outing. Jared Cope, Andrew Norton and Stephen Savory join Stuart and Simon for a roundtable discussion on prices and the state of the hobby, is collecting Star Wars toys an obsession?
Rich has the pleasure of talking to Craig Stevens about his new book focusing on the impact of Star Wars in the UK. We then discuss a couple of topical points in the hobby including a great act of honesty.
In Market join Simon for a ramble through rare and interesting items sold on eBay in the la...2018-04-305h 04
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 46 : SupercalifragilisticexpialiGeorgouliasMarch brings us the longest Vintage Rebellion podcast to date, with Jez still absent without leave the rest of the team can't stop talking.
Chris Georgoulias joins Stuart and Richard for this months main interview. Chris discusses a plethora of things including his work with the SWCA and his recent trip to Death Valley amongst many other topics.
Mike Havens joins Rich during Rebel Briefings to discuss his convention ICCC. Rich also looks at the best collecting books available and delves into an eBay auction.
Newest Acquisitions sees the team look at Palitoy, He...2018-03-286h 33
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 45 : The Hills Are Alive With The Sounds of HowayEpisode 45 drops whilst the UK is covered in snow, which is fitting as the episode has a very Hoth feel.
Richard has recently been to Finse, Norway for an event based on Hoth and hosted at the filming location, this month instead of a feature interview we hear all about the trip which includes interviews with others who attended the event or presented. Some great stories of the filming era which you may or may not know but definitely worth a listen.
Stuart takes over hosting duties on Newest Acquisitions whilst Jez is at school. Th...2018-02-285h 06
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 44 : Palitoy JunkyIts a New Year but the Vintage Rebellion team are back and doing what they do best.
Stuart and Simon are joined by Jon Aves for an interview to discuss his collecting and early years. Jon is a huge Palitoy collector and some of the items he has owned have been nothing short of stunning.
Rich looks at a successful story as a repro seller gets his rewards, a plea ro help Wrighty find his parcel and then delves into the SWCA archive to discuss a mini-rig.
During this months New Acquisitions the l...2018-01-224h 24
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastThe Fourth Holiday Special : The Last PodcastThe final podcast of 2017 from The Vintage Rebellion is full of festive cheer as we throw the format out the window and chat about all things Star Wars.
With a new movie released the boys discuss The Last Jedi, so if you haven't seen it yet beware there will be spoilers. We also here from Michael Cooper, Jason Smith, Darren Quinn, Rob Marsh, Steve Savory, Corey Galal, Carl Dennis and Daniel Burgess on their initial reactions to the movie.
The boys take a fond look at some of the events they've attended this year from C...2017-12-233h 24
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 43 : To Newboldly Go Where No Fantha Has Gone Before!The boys are back for the final normal structured podcast of 2017. Mark newbold joins Stuart and Richard to discuss his new project Fantha Tracks, he also discusses Comics and toothbrushes, whilst also revealing stories from the stars of movies.
In the New Acquisitions section, Lee Bullock stops by to talk about his boxed Lili Ledy large size action figure Jawa. The lads discuss a variety of vintage gems and are joined by Ron Salvatore as part of The Vintage Rebellion Alliance whilst covering the very underrated Y-Wing Fighter (not bomber).
In this months Rebel Briefings, Ri...2017-12-165h 07
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 41 : I Have The JawaOn the 41st edition of the Vintage Rebellion podcast Stuart and Richard chat to Jason West about all things Jawa, and find out some fascinating information neither have ever heard before.
In the New Acquisitions section the lads cover some wonderful purchases which have been shown off on the forums and Facebook. The team is joined by Commander Clint Garniss who speaks about his recent trading card finds, Josh Lipscomb who has a wonderful story to tell about an entire 12bk find, 13 of them in fact. plus once again, as part of the Vintage Rebellion Alliance Chris Ge...2017-10-194h 28
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 40 : Aren't You A Little Shawn For A StormtrooperOn this month's Vintage Rebellion Podcast, the team are joined by Shawn Moynihan for the main interview. Shawn discusses a whole plethora of topics, including his love for The Holiday Special, putting marbles up astromechs bottoms and how he actually broke his jaw several years ago.
Rich has the pleasure of talking to the best looking collector, if not in the Galaxy then certainly in the Southern Hemisphere on the latest updates of the reproduction blasters, whilst the team thrash out a lively debate on those collecting blues, which are rippling across the collecting circles with some gr...2017-09-305h 12
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 39 : A New HoThe Vintage Rebellion returns with a plethra of changes. Simon McOwan joins the team for his first show as a full time host, alongside Andy Goulding who joins the team as guest host for this month.
Derek Ho joins Stuart and Simon for this months main interview as we delve into his collection and growing up with Star Wars in Singapore.
The lads get together for possibly the most varied New Acquisitions yet, where the conversation ranges from the Popy range to Airfix kits. Simon pulls a Hutchinson with a Palitoy catalogue, Richard speaks of a...2017-08-216h 00
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 38 : An Aussie, The Ashes and a Freaky ChewbaccaThe boys return for their 38th episodic show with friend and fellow collector Simon McOwan joining the team for guest hosting duties.
Forget the Return of the Jedi, this month sees the Return of the Quiz, with accusations of cheating flying around on all sides!
Aussie Lee Harris takes a nostalgic look back at his childhood, whilst also discussing his current collecting stance, as well as depressing everyone with a tale of burning toys!
Grant is joined by Jonathan McElwain for the first part discussion on highlights for the US food market for...2017-07-225h 20
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 37 : Three Yak Faces and a Little TwistIf you thought last month's podcast was different, wait until you hear this one!
There are a few special one off changes, but we are not going to give away anymore than that.
Rich brings us an exciting, nay, game changing update on something which was hypothesised last month.
Rich is joined by a plethora of guests with Josh Blake and Bill Wills kicking it all off discussing a little known droids factory mockup. This is closely followed by Stephen Danley talking about his new website, facebook group and podcast as we discuss, S...2017-06-274h 12
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 36 : Steve SanSavoryThe Vintage Rebellion returns after a short hiatus to bring you an extended edition of the show. Sadly the Podcast starts with the departure of one of the team as we say farewell to Pete.
Steve Savory joins us for this months interview as we discuss Pinewood Studios, Instagram and his Han Solo focus amongst many other topics.
Grant is joined by Chris Fawcett in Beyond The Toys, as they take a look at the history of Star Wars represented in the arcades, along with an insight into their appeal.
In this months R...2017-05-235h 44
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 35 : Tales From Jabba's PalaceThe Vintage Rebellion bring you Episode 35 in time for everyones pilgrimage to Celebration.
Talking of Celebration, Rich brings you a breakdown of the event in this months Rebel Briefings including a rundown on Everything Vintage taking place. He also gives us a further update on the baggie affair.
Stuart and Grant are joined by Mark Baker and Karl Dix, admins on the popular Jabba Facebook groups, to discuss their collecting habits, memories and of course the groups themselves.
Jez takes a voyage through the Star Wars range from 21bk releases right up to POTF f...2017-04-103h 26
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 34 : Brian's AngelsThe Vintage Rebellion welcome stand out collector Brian Angel to the Podcast to discuss his collecting habits, we discuss Facebook, Engineering Pilots and his R5-D4 focus amongst many other topics.
Rich discusses display and shipping ideas with Iain Sanderson and Johnpaul Ragusa.
Whilst Jez hosts possibly the most crazy NA ever with a random Tuna Fish advert and a discussion on Yak Face's Muff! The lads discuss their favourite TIE Fighter from the range and we highlight an absolute steal at an estate sale.
On Beyond The Toys, Grant welcomes artist Chris M...2017-03-205h 04
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 32 : Ron With The WindThe Vintage Rebellion's first show of 2017 starts off with a podcast that is jammed full of guests. The team remembers Carrie Fisher and discuss when they each got to meet the Princess, and then later in the show select their favourite Princess Leia moments.
Stuart, Grant and Rich are joined by collecting illumanti, Ron Salvatore, for this months main interview. Ron discusses a number of topics, from why he collects to Kenner shop displays. His knowledge is testament to the years of work he has put into the hobby.
In this months 'Beyond The Toys', Gra...2017-01-235h 20
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastThe 3rd Holiday Special : Rogues Go Off On OneIt's that time of year again, that's right The Vintage Rebellion bring you their third Holiday Special.
Different from the previous Holiday Specials as sadly there is no Panto, but on a positive note, there is no Panto!
We have a feature interview with Chris Botkins, whilst we also catch up with Marc Hockley, Iain Sanderson, Chris Caswell, Edd Grant, Simon McOwan and Andrew Norton.
The lads look at 2016 including Celebration London and Rogue One, whilst also taking a look at what 2017 has in store.
It's a laid back affair, so...2016-12-233h 55
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 28 : Who's Scruffy Looking?
The Vintage Rebellion return with a slightly delayed show, but another epic show nonetheless.
This months main interview is with UK collector and friend of the podcast Simon McOwan. We discuss his Trilogo last 17 run that he's just completed, HC Ford and Sons record erasers amongst many other things, including his failed business enterprise with Dave Tree 16 years ago.
In Rebel Briefings, Rich covers a host of topics as he discusses AFA, Selling up, Javier's PBP book, Jawa prices going crazy and he also selects his highlights from Johnpaul Ragusa's Q&A that he participated in on Facebook...2016-10-034h 54
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 27 : The Knights of Rendahl
The Vintage Rebellion return after their extended break with their longest podcast to date, beating the previous longest by a staggering 26 minutes, good luck to those who listen to this in one sitting!
Joining the team this month for an interview is a well known name in the collecting community, Mattias Rendahl, Mattias talks about his books, preproduction and growing up in Sweden with Star Wars amongst many other things.
Also this month, David Moss of Toy Polloi returns to the show to discuss the restoration of Vintage Star Wars. David discusses restoring toys fit for the bin, so...2016-08-235h 31
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 26 : Oli's Bad Motivator
It's been a real push getting this one out but the team have worked hard to ensure that there was a podcast released in time for all you wonderful listeners to have us with you on your journey's to Celebration Europe this week.
Joining the crew for the main interview is pre-production collector Oliver Sudweeks who talks about his connection with the toys and his love for pre-production items as he talks about his R5-D4 pre-production run as well as white cape Bib Fortunas amongst many other items. On this months Newest Acquisitons Jez covers many new purchases...2016-07-124h 16
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 25 : Marc and the Modal Nodes
A month out from Celebration and the Vintage Rebellion boys hit you with their longest podcast to date!
The show is packed with guests from start to finish and there truly is something for every collector in this months show. Marc Hockley is the guest interview this month as he discusses his collecting history, life size figures, 12 inch figures and his love of trade catalogues, along with many other items and stories along the way.
Continuing along the 12 inch discussion, 12 inch king pin Lee Bullock joins Grant for this months Oddballs whilst Pete chats with both Mete Akin r...2016-06-215h 04
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 24 : Let's Just B-Wing It
On this month's Vintage Rebellion Podcast it's UK meets US as Chivecast host Stephen Danley joins the Rebellion to talk Focus Collecting, Chivecast and his Collection of Capacitance amongst many other things, whilst Grant welcomes Cathy Kendrick to the show on this months oddballs to discuss Star Wars Trading Cards.
On this months Newest Acquisitions Jez discusses item's purchased by the community over the last month including ESB 18 back Meccano Boba Fett, ATL Interceptor and an exciting discovery surrounding a 15" Darth Vader. As well as many other items, Marco Jay joins the NA to chat about his Lily Ledy Boxed Sn...2016-05-164h 55
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 23 : Bobby Fett and the Great Pit of Carnoose
Episode 23 of The Vintage Rebellion Podcast lands with a host of eclectic guests for this months bumper edition.
Christian Carnus, or Bobby Bobs as he's known by so many, joins the team for this month's interview. Christian talks about his blog, his Luke Skywalker focus, Tantive XI amongst many many other things.
Rebel Briefings brings you two guests as Richard talks with Ron Salvatore regarding repurposed wax sculpts to create later figures, and he also welcomes Phil Heeks who discusses his new book which is one mans tale of waiting for Star Wars back in 1978 and his experience...2016-04-174h 19
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 22 : Run to the Suns
On this months edition of the Vintage Rebellion Podcast we are joined by Mark Daniels, known across the various outlets as Sublevel Studios. He discusses his collection, his artwork and gives us an insight in the differences from collecting now compared to the 90s.
During this months Newest Acquisitions we receive some breaking news regarding Celebration Europe and the Vintage Rebellions involvement, so be sure to listen carefully for that amongst some stunning purchases from the community over the last 4 weeks.
Rich is joined by Darrell Johnson and Brendi Burton to discuss the significance of the Rocket Firing...2016-03-164h 41STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastThe 2015 Christmas SpecialThe Vintage Rebellion Podcast returns for a Special Christmas Show.
The normal format goes out the window as the boys have a roundtable looking back at 2015 and a look into the future as they delve into 2016.
There is plenty of short interviews as we hear from past guests, Edd Grant, Bruce White, Tim Veekhoven, Iain Sanderson, Ross Barr, Gary Smith, Chris Mann, Andrew Norton and Jason Smith. Each of them discuss various aspects of the last 12 months, The Force Awakens and 2016.
As well as all this we also have a second pantomime, which is once again written...2015-12-092h 54STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 19 : Dyer Another DayA little later than normal but the boys are back with another stonking show.
Laurence Dyer joins Stuart for this months interview to discuss his research into the Palitoy Warehouse that his Grandad designed, Laurence also talks about his personal collecting as well as explaining why he has a love for the Amanaman figure.
Richard is joined by Chris Fawcett, James Simkins and Eric Green as he finds out the back story of the recent amazing haul, dubbed 'The Big Pick'.
Jared Cope returns to the podcast during the market section to talk more about his Star...2015-11-264h 19
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 18 : The French ConnectionThe Vintage Rebellion returns with their 18th instalment as the five Brits sit down to discuss Vintage Star Wars collecting.
Joining the team for this months feature interview is none other than the author of 'La French Touch', Stephane Faucourt. Stephane discusses his books and his Meccano and Trilogo collection, as well as telling the Rebellion what it was like growing up with Star Wars in France during the Original trilogy era.
The team are delighted to welcome two other guests during this months Rebel Briefing too. Gus Lopez joins Richard to discuss his Sandcrawler wooden pattern, whilst...2015-10-223h 26
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 17 : May The Fawcett Be With YouThis months Vintage Rebellion Podcast has a standout interview with collecting illuminati Chris Fawcett, Chris makes a special announcement regarding a project he is working on for Insider Magazine as well as chatting to the Rebellion about a few of his astounding collecting stories. As well as having Mr Fawcett on the show, we also have Mr Imperial Gunnery himself, JohnPaul Ragusa, who joins Richard for a Oddball special. Jez brings us the New Acquisitions which he has been looking at including a bargain Squid Head MOC, completing last 17 runs, retro t-shirts, 30 back Yodas, Canadian transitions, graded comics, A Wing test...2015-09-164h 49
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 16 : Rumble in the Internet JungleThe Vintage Rebellion returns as Rich discusses the Facebook group boom with regular Facebook contributors Matt George, Bill Harvat and Ross Barr. The positives of Facebook are discussed as well as advantages over using the more traditional forums. Craig Stevens drops by in this months oddballs to discuss oddball items from the Star Wars era in the UK between 1976 and 1979. Pete also welcomes a guest in this Market section as Jared Cope joins him to chat about his Star Wars Tracker. Jez takes a look at the acquisitions being acquired across the forums and Facebook and takes a more extensive look...2015-08-164h 54
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 14 : The Rebellion AwakensThe Vintage Rebellion kicks off where SWFUK Podcast was left with a belter of the show.
Joining the team for an interview this month is Star Wars Forum founder and trilogo enthusiast Edd Grant. We also here from Shane Turgeon during this months news as we discuss his forthcoming book 'Force in the Flesh : Book 2.
In this months oddballs Grant catches up with Star Wars Insider Magazines Jonathan Wilkins, whilst he also discusses the recent Watford FilmFair convention with Podcast family member Daniel Burgess.
We also have the other usual segments for you t...2015-06-153h 34
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 13 : Every Saga Has An EndingEpisode 13 is finally launched with a huge announcement regarding the podcast going forward.
The show is slightly different to the normal format as we bring you live recordings from Celebration Anaheim as we share our live show with the listeners. We have interviews galore from the podcast members who attended Celebration as they speak with John Morton, Iain Sanderson as well as the delightful people from Order 66.
We do still have a couple of the usual segments as Jez brings us the Latest Acquisitions, Richard takes us through Star Wars in the News and Pete r...2015-05-172h 37
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 10 : Sith SmithsonianWelcome to Episode X of the SWFUK Podcast. This months podcast has guests galore join the podcast team as we talk to no less than six people. This months interview is with Palitoy Golden Collector Gary Smith. His collection is so impressive and vast it makes this interview un-missable for any Star Wars Collector. Kick back and enjoy Gary go through his Palitoy and miscard collection. This months market section is rammed as Pete discusses the recent Vectis Auction, during the market section we hear from Craig Stevens himself who sold those amazing Palitoy pieces, whilst Pete also catches up wi...2015-02-174h 13
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastThe Christmas SpecialIT'S CHRISTMAS! And to celebrate the holiday season the SWFUK Podcast crew have put together a special Xmas Show for your listening pleasure. The regulars are joined by forum favourites Jez and Chris Mann as special guest hosts. Within the show there are many Christmas cracker jokes, out takes, discussions, Poetry and the announcement of this years forum awards winners. As well as all this we have the SWFUK Podcasts first ever pantomime 'the Farce Awakens' starring the podcast team along with Jez, Chris Mann, Jason Smith and Dan Burgess. So grab a mulled wine and listen to some Chris...2014-12-241h 50
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 6 : The Phantom MannaceWelcome to Episode Six of the SWFUK podcast brought to you in conjunction with www.starwarsforum.co.uk. This month we speak with Chris Mann and discuss his collecting habits including taking a look at his Yoda focus. Grant Criddle brings us the second part of the Vintage Star Wars Computer Games in this months oddballs. We hear from David Moss in this months forum roundup section and Richard looks at the new SWCA format in his boom section. We have all the other usual favourites, such as, Latest Acquisitions, Market, Events and Rapid Fire sections. It's another scorcher of a sho...2014-10-144h 01
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 3 - TrifectaThis months third podcast from the team at Star Wars Forum UK is a corker. There's a superb interview with three pack collector and expert Chris Caswell as well as the remaining interviews from the previous Farthest From as we hear from both Gary Mancini and Wayne Streak. The podcast team look at the recent forum threads including the usual extensive look at the Latest Acquisitions thread. In this months Oddballs we look at Marvel UK Comics, plus there is a chance to win a Dewback Box in the current competition. The usual popular sections also return with events, rapid fire...2014-07-213h 36
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 2: Breast Feeding a Plush EwokWelcome to the second podcast from Star Wars Forum UK. This month we have an extensive interview with forum member Jez as well as part two of our farthest from Interviews as we hear from Lee Bullock, Jason Smith and Christian. Richard delves into two more huge boom stories and grant will be lathering up his oddballs as he discusses bubble bath in the oddball section. We choose our favourite threads from the forum including a detailed search into the latest acquisitions thread. Pete checks out the vintage market and we give you details of all the UK Star Wars eve...2014-07-023h 48
STAR WARS The Vintage Rebellion PodcastEpisode 1: Chewing a WookieeWelcome to the debut edition of the SWFUK Podcast. This is Episode 1: Chewing a Wookie.
On this 1st episode we speak to Dave Tree, Paul Bateman and Mark Newbold direct from the recent Farthest From get together as well as an interview with the popular forum member Iain Sanderson. We look at a few of our favourite threads from the forum including the ever popular Latest Acquisitions thread. We delve into the current vintage market for Star Wars Toys, and along with all this we have the regular oddballs feature where we look into the world of Heli...2014-06-083h 29