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Toy Federation PodcastWe Had Our Grand Expansion! - Toy Federation PodcastJoin Ryan, Andy, and Travis on the latest Toy Federation podcast, a must-listen for YouTubers interested in toys from the 1980s to the 2020s, offering a deep dive into toy collecting, nostalgia, and the current market. In this episode, the hosts recount the incredible success of their store's grand expansion, highlighting record sales and surprising insights into what vintage action figures and modern toys sold best. Discover their observations on popular lines like Star Wars, G.I. Joe, Inhumanoids, Toxic Crusaders, Silverhawks, Master of the Universe, DC Superpowers, Battle Beasts, Transformers, Power Rangers, and Marvel Legends. They also discuss...2025-06-0656 minToy Federation PodcastDid You Miss Us? - Toy Federation PodcastThe Toy Federation Podcast is back, offering a blend of expert insight and conversational discussion about the world of toy collecting. Primarily focusing on action figures, the podcast dives into topics like navigating complex toy variations found in lines such as Star Wars and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles while examining the impact of major toy company license changes like those involving DC Comic properties and Power Rangers. The hosts share experiences from running a busy toy store, discussing the challenges of buying and selling toy collections from across the country and even the world, dealing with variations in packaging...2025-05-3142 min
Toy Power Podcast#399: Kickstarting Robotix with Colin!This week on the Toy Power Podcast, Trent is left alone in the Toy Power Studio whilst Ben and Scot are in Melbourne for the wedding of Fresh and Jessie (Congrats!), and Frank is off to the airport to welcome back Ali from London and Paris (yes, he survived 2 weeks of solo parenting). And just when it was time to bust out the Soapbox monologues, Colin comes to the rescue. Its all things Kickstarter including the incredible upcoming books titled G.I.JOE: A Real American Hero Field Guides by 3DJOES, and the arrival of the Creature Commando's wave 1 (4...2025-05-181h 13Toy Federation PodcastHardest Vintage Toys to Complete . . . - Toy Federation PodcastIn the world of vintage toy collecting, certain figures and sets from the biggest toy lines—Star Wars, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT), G.I. Joe, Masters of the Universe (MOTU), Transformers, and Thundercats—stand out not only for their desirability but also for their rarity. These items are the Holy Grail for collectors and often the hardest for vintage toy stores to acquire.Star WarsArguably the most iconic toy line, vintage Star Wars figures, particularly from the original Kenner line (1977-1985), are highly coveted. Among the rarest are the:Vinyl Cape Jawa: Early production Jawas featured a vinyl cape...2025-05-1604 minToy Federation PodcastThe Golden Age of Toy Hunting - Toy Federation PodcastThe Golden Age of Toy Hunting: The Thrill of the Chase at Walmart and Toys "R" UsIn the era before online shopping became the norm, toy hunting was a thrilling adventure that involved physically scouring the aisles of big-box stores like Walmart and Toys "R" Us. This golden age of toy hunting, spanning from the late 1970s through the 1990s and early 2000s, was characterized by the excitement of the hunt, the joy of discovery, and the camaraderie among fellow collectors.The Quest for TreasuresDuring this time, toy collectors were on a constant quest for the latest and most...2025-05-1603 minToy Federation PodcastShould You Buy Toys From Whatnot? - Toy Federation PodcastWhatnot is a live-streaming marketplace app designed for buying and selling collectibles. It provides a platform where sellers can host live auctions, showcasing items such as trading cards, toys, comics, sneakers, and other collectibles. Buyers can join these live streams, interact with sellers in real-time, and place bids on items they're interested in. The app emphasizes a social, community-driven experience, allowing users to engage with one another through chat and live interactions. Whatnot also provides a layer of trust and security with its verification processes for sellers and buyer protection policies.Like and Subscribe!Toy Federation Facebook...2025-05-1602 minToy Federation PodcastAre G.I. Joe Night Force Part of the Toy Line? - Toy Federation PodcastG.I. Joe Night ForceG.I. Joe Night Force is a sub-line of the popular G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero toy series, produced by Hasbro. Introduced in 1988, Night Force consists of a specialized team within the G.I. Joe organization, focused on nighttime operations. This elite team is designed to undertake missions under the cover of darkness, leveraging their expertise in stealth, reconnaissance, and covert operations to thwart the plans of Cobra, their arch-nemesis.History:The Night Force concept was developed to expand the G.I. Joe universe and provide a new dimension to the toy line...2025-05-1603 minToy Federation PodcastWe Expanded the Toy Store!Toy Federation Expansion & Vintage Toy Line Spotlight | He-Man, G.I. Joe, MOTU, Star WarsDescription:Welcome to another exciting episode of the Toy Federation Podcast! In this episode, the Toy Federation crew takes you on a journey through the recent expansion of our beloved toy store. We’ve been working hard to bring you an even more incredible selection of vintage and modern toys, and we can't wait to share all the details with you.First up, we'll give you an exclusive look at the new sections of our store. From additional display areas to new shelving setups, we've made si...2025-05-1645 minToy Federation PodcastWas the 1980s the Best Decade or . . . - Toy Federation PodcastWelcome back to the Toy Federation Podcast! 🎙️In this exciting episode, we dive deep into the nostalgic world of the 80s and 90s, comparing two of the most iconic decades in pop culture history. Join our hosts as they passionately debate which decade reigns supreme in the realms of movies, toys, and music.🎥 Movies:From blockbuster hits like "Back to the Future" and "E.T." to cult classics like "The Goonies" and "Ferris Bueller's Day Off," the 80s gave us unforgettable cinematic experiences. But the 90s weren't far behind with gems like "Jurassic Park," "The Matrix," and "Pulp Fiction." We'll di...2025-05-1645 minToy Federation PodcastWhat Happened to Toy Stores!? - Toy Federation PodcastWelcome to the Toy Federation Podcast! In this special episode, recorded live at JoeFest 2024, Ryan and Tony take a nostalgic journey through the history of toy stores in America. Join us as we dive deep into the rise and fall of these beloved retail havens, exploring what made them magical and why so many have disappeared from the landscape.The Golden Age of Toy StoresRyan and Tony kick things off by reminiscing about the golden age of toy stores. Remember the excitement of walking into a Toys "R" Us or KB Toys, where the aisles were filled with the...2025-05-1652 minToy Federation PodcastI TOOK OVER HIS TOY STORE! - TOY FEDERATION PODCASTThe Toy Federation Story: How We Met & Started Our Toy Store Journey!Description:Join us in this special episode as the Toy Federation team takes you on a nostalgic trip down memory lane! 🎉 Discover how our passion for toys brought us together and led to the creation of the Toy Federation store you know and love today. In this heartfelt discussion, we share our origin stories, the serendipitous moments that connected us, and the exciting journey of taking over and transforming an existing toy store into our very own haven for collectors and enthusiasts.Get an insider look at:How...2025-05-1648 minToy Federation PodcastI Lied to McFarlane! Bootlegs. X-Men '97 - Toy Federation PodcastRyan share personal anecdotes about operating his toy store Toy Federation, including the challenges of securing accounts with major manufacturers like McFarlane Toys. He and his co-hosts also discuss bootleg and unofficial merchandise, reminiscing about curious finds and childhood experiences with such items, and touch on the evolution of the toy industry and media consumption from the past to the present. Finally, they highlight their appreciation for memorable cartoon intros from the '80s and '90s and mention their store's unique display of vintage toy packaging and art.Like and Subscribe!Toy Federation Facebook Page: htt...2025-05-1646 minToy Federation PodcastDo We Remember Our Childhood Comics and Toys? - Toy Federation PodcastToy Federation Podcast: Nostalgic Dive into Childhood Toys - Star Wars, Batman, He-Man & More!Welcome to the Toy Federation Podcast, where we take you on a nostalgic journey through the iconic toys and action figures that defined our childhoods! In this episode, our passionate team of Toy Federation employees shares their personal memories and stories about the classic toys they cherished growing up. From epic Star Wars battles to heroic adventures with Batman, He-Man, GI Joe, and the lesser-known but equally beloved Tiger Sharks, we've got it all covered!🎙️ In This Episode:Star Wars: Relive the magic of the galax...2025-05-1638 minToy Federation PodcastThe Toy Store Isn't the Same Now - Toy Federation PodcastThe Hardest Toys to Get and Keep, Original He-Man Movie, Planet Hollywood Collectibles, and Vintage Star Wars Figures! | Toy Federation Podcast🎉 Welcome back to the Toy Federation Podcast! 🎉In this exciting episode, our dedicated Toy Federation staff dives deep into the world of elusive toys, classic movies, and vintage collectibles that make every collector’s heart race. Join us as we share insider stories, expert opinions, and nostalgic memories that make toy collecting such a thrilling hobby.🎙️ In This Episode:🔹 The Hardest Toys to Get and KeepEver wondered which toys are the most challenging to find and keep on the shelves? Our...2025-05-1626 minToy Federation PodcastWhat are the Worst Action Figures EVER MADE! - Toy Federation PodcastWelcome to the Toy Federation Podcast, your ultimate destination for all things action figures, collectibles, and pop culture! In this episode, we dive deep into the fascinating world of action figures and collectibles, highlighting some of the worst action figures ever made, sharing behind-the-scenes stories of celebrity signings at our store, and exploring beloved franchises like Batman, G.I. Joe, Transformers, Vintage Star Wars, and Marvel Legends.Join the Toy Federation staff as we embark on a nostalgic journey through the world of action figures, shining a spotlight on the toys that didn’t quite hit the mark. In th...2025-05-1654 minToy Federation PodcastWe Made Our Own Action Figures . . . - Toy Federation PodcastExploring the Wicked Warriorzz: Behind the Scenes of The Beanie Bubble's Custom Action Figures | Toy Federation PodcastWelcome back to the Toy Federation Podcast! 🎙️ Join us in this episode as we delve into the fascinating world of custom action figures with a special focus on our very own creation, the Wicked Warriorzz.In this episode, the dedicated team at Toy Federation Vintage Toys Store takes you on a journey behind the scenes of The Beanie Bubble, a thrilling movie available on Apple TV, where our custom action figures took center stage. These meticulously crafted figures were not just props but integ...2025-05-1650 minToy Federation PodcastIs Selling on Ebay Worth It? - Toy Federation Podcast🚀 Welcome to the Toy Federation Podcast – your ultimate destination for all things toys, collectibles, and nostalgia! Join us on an exciting journey as we delve into the world of toy culture, sharing our experiences, insights, and stories that make our passion for toys come alive.In this episode, we're thrilled to share with you the exciting news of our expansion into a bigger toy store! It's been an incredible journey filled with ups and downs, but through dedication, hard work, and the unwavering support of our amazing community, we've reached this significant milestone.Joining us are some of the passi...2025-05-1629 minToy Federation PodcastWhy We Hate Funko Pops... And What We Do Like! - Toy Federation Podcast"Why We Hate Funko Pops and Our Favorite Toys | Toy Federation Podcast"Welcome back to another exciting episode of the Toy Federation Podcast! In today’s episode, the Toy Federation team dives deep into a topic that’s been brewing for a while: why we hate Funko Pops. We know this might be controversial, but stick with us as we break down our thoughts and feelings about these ubiquitous vinyl figures.Why We Hate Funko PopsFirst up, we get into the nitty-gritty of why Funko Pops don’t make the cut for us. While they have their legion of fans...2025-05-1640 minToy Federation PodcastThe Problem with Comic Con . . . - Toy Federation Podcast🎙️ Welcome to the Toy Federation Podcast! 🎙️Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of vintage toys and explore the excitement surrounding our annual event, Retro-Toy Con, held right here in Greenville, South Carolina!In this episode, our passionate team at Toy Federation shares exclusive insights and behind-the-scenes stories about Retro-Toy Con, the ultimate gathering for vintage toy enthusiasts. From nostalgic childhood favorites to rare collectibles, we cover it all!🔊 Special Guests:Get ready to geek out as we reminisce about past Retro-Toy Con events featuring iconic guests such as the voices of the original Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles carto...2025-05-1542 minToy Federation PodcastThese Cause Problems… - Toy Federation Podcast🎙️ Welcome to the Toy Federation Podcast Channel! 🎙️Join us as we delve into the fascinating world of vintage toys on our weekly podcast series. At Toy Federation, we're not just a store; we're passionate collectors, historians, and enthusiasts of all things toys. In each episode, our knowledgeable staff members gather to discuss various topics ranging from the rarest finds to the most elusive toy lines in history.In this week's episode, we're diving deep into the realm of collectibles to explore the hardest toys and toy lines to get your hands on. From limited edition releases to discontinued favorites, we'll expl...2025-05-1552 minToy Federation PodcastWhat Really Happens With Our Trades - Toy Federation Podcast🎙️ Welcome to the Toy Federation Podcast, where vintage toy enthusiasts gather to discuss all things retro and collectible! In this episode, join us as we dive into the heart of controversy and revisit some of our most contentious moments on the Toy Federation YouTube channel.From heated debates over the authenticity of rare collectibles to passionate discussions about the cultural impact of beloved toy franchises, our team leaves no stone unturned. Join hosts [Host Names] and the rest of the Toy Federation crew as they reflect on the episodes that sparked controversy, challenged perspectives, and ignited the imagination of toy e...2025-05-1541 minToy Federation PodcastWhy We Don't Ship Toys! - Toy Federation PodcastThe Toy Federation JourneyJoin us in this special episode of the Toy Federation podcast as we take a nostalgic trip down memory lane and reflect on our journey since launching our YouTube channel. From humble beginnings to skyrocketing success, our team discusses how embracing the digital world has transformed our business and connected us with toy enthusiasts worldwide.Tune in as we share behind-the-scenes stories of filming, unboxing, and reviewing the latest toy releases. Discover the secrets behind our viral videos and how they've fueled our growth both online and in-store. We delve into the fascinating world of toy...2025-05-1534 min
Toy Power Podcast#393: So Much News!This week on the Toy Power Podcast; we are missing Frank in the studio; but have Special Guest: Chris Canini join us to help us breakdown a mountain of News & Announcements; mainly from the WonderCon Event! With a little bit of house-keeping aside, its impossible for us to ignore the recent Tariffs that is going to affect our Collecting passions. Mondo are up first with a beautiful array of Soft Vinyl items; 1/6th & 1/12th figures that has us drooling! McFarlane seem to have laid all their cards on the table; in an absolutely enormous slide-show of up-coming releases, in man...2025-04-061h 45
Toy Power Podcast#388: The Man, The Myth The Legend, that is: STEVE!!This week on the Toy Power Podcast, we are joined with Steve Scholz *again*; this round is a much more in depth episode all centred around Steve himself! First up are his initiation questions, as we dive deeper into his person journey in the Pop Culture realm. Find out about a how he was a key contributor on creating an artistic Vinyl Toy Penguin; with a long term plan of other characters in the line; as well as some of the other characters they had planned to release. Don't wish to pay for movie tickets? Steve lets you in on...2025-03-011h 13
Toy Power Podcast#381: Snakes, Ecto Mobiles & Questions!This Week on the Toy Power Podcast; we have special guest DaveyDamaged join us in studio to boost up the antics & derail our otherwise PG rated episode. Starting things off, Ben has a very scary - very Australian story about an uninvited guest entering his Toyroom.... Then we change gears and celebrate something exciting; the HasLab Ecto-1 Vehicle has smashed it's goal & is now a guarantee for all those that backed it! Then we get into the main segment of this episode; which is entirely made up from Patreon Questions - with specific request, to try & make them non-toy rel...2024-12-141h 02
Toy Power Podcast#380: Beasts, Vehicles & Movies!This Week on the Toy Power Podcast; instead of coming up with a witty & ground-breaking new segment; we decide to actually go back & finish off some of the older segments that we have started. So this round we each have a Top 5 selection of Heroic Toy Beasts & Vehicles that had a release in the 70's & 80's. We come up with a very diverse list; even with some questionable nominations too! Then; in keeping with this episodes theme, we look back at the Films we initially shouted out for 2024: & do a round table review on what we actually thought on the...2024-12-071h 11
Toy Power Podcast#373: Toy Showcase!This week on the Toy Power Podcast, we bring a bunch of Toys into the recording studio and promote what we have got to each other. Ben brings in some Beast Saga figs, Trent gets pretty excited with his new found action feature discoveries, Scott has a toy that he has been chasing for ages & Frank has something that is just awesome! All this and some stories to fill an hour of banter.Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-10-191h 01
Toy Power Podcast#372: Hey You Guys - it's Toy Fair!After a week off, we've got tales from two of our favourite events: Adelaide Toy and Comic Fair and Radical Rewind Presents: Goonies. There's mixed opinions on Goonies but its ok cause we all have alcohol to drink, right? Then it's Talkin' Bout Toy Fair with all interactions, tales, special guests and some very special pick-ups to talk too. Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-10-131h 04
Toy Power Podcast#371: Who Ya Gonna Call? Craig!This week on the Toy Power Podcast, we have Special Guest: Craig Goldberg just us! Well known on the Toy Anxiety Podcast as well as the greater "YHS" Community! We run Craig through the standard initiation questions, with his answers heading towards his passion towards Sports Stars and defending Movie Sequels... Then we get into a bit of a round trouble discussion about our own 'State Of The Nation.' Where are we at with our Toy Collecting habits & what might be on the horizon? Plus some fun reflection stories from the past too; (or two?). A little bit of Ho...2024-09-291h 18
Toy Power Podcast#369: Dastardly Votes for Heroic Characters!This week on the Toy Power Podcast, we have Matt Teale back, to join us for another fun episode. But first, Matt would like to promote his upcoming journey in the "Shitbox Rally". Which translated into driving through Australia, across some very formidable roads. Matt & co-driver Chris aka Darstardly & Muttley, will be embarking on this journey next year, and is looking for donations, in a campaign for the Cancer Council. (Link bellow.) Then we jump into our Main Topic, which is another Best-Of-Voting crusade; this time all based around the Toy Heroes released from the 70's & 80's. We each have 5...2024-09-1552 min
Toy Power Podcast#367: Superman & Playing Games with Uncle Mitch!This week on the Toy Power Podcast we have Special Guest Anthony Mitchell back with us to help us cover a bonanza of topics. First off, All things Superman. From upcoming Movie excitement to a list of personal favourite Superman Comics story-arcs that make this larger than life character so beloved. A role-call of best Superman Action Figures released too; & rotating back to films, Mitch ranks the main 9 Hollywood Superman titles from worst to best. Then we get to our main topic for the ep; which is Games. What is happening in the world of Board games, card games, & how d...2024-09-011h 17
Toy Power Podcast#366: Mixed Bag of Topics with Uncle Mitch!This week on the Toy Power Podcast we have Special Guest Anthony Mitchell to help us cover some of the cool News dribbling though after SDCC. First up is some new figures from of course McFarlane. Medieval Spawn in the form of a Kickstarter offering with several different options to choose from. This has already funded in record time!! Joy Toy introduce more TMNT figures into the market in the form of Rocksteady & Bebop. These baddies look great! WWE Retros from Mattel continue to release some key characters to help fill some gaps in your Hasbro collection. A few more se...2024-08-251h 20
Toy Power Podcast#365: Vintage Vs Modern Vs Deadpool Vs Wolverine!!!This week on the Toy Power Podcast we have Special Guest Brett back on board to fill in the absence from Trent yet again! This round we have a now reoccurring segment that comprises of us comparing a Vintage version of a Toy & seeing how it compares to its modern interpretation. We chat to the obvious differences, the subtle differences, and everything in-between. Then we go all in, for a FULL SPOILER Review of the latest Marvel Studios Film - that is Deadpool & Wolverine. A film that surprises all long term fans - and feels like it was made just...2024-08-181h 19
Making It in The Toy Industry | Start A Toy Business#231: Art Made Easy: How Project Joy Studios Is Breaking Into The Toy IndustryWhat if I told you that you can easily create museum-quality art? This week, the Making It In The Toy Industry podcast hit the road for an in-person interview with Jessica Joy London at her studio space. Jessica is the founder of Project Joy Studios, and she's on a mission to make art accessible to everyone.Joy’s story shatters the myth that only a select few are born with artistic talent. She proves that with the right tools, thoughtful techniques, and an open mind, anyone—yes, ANYONE—can create beautiful art.Throughout this podcast Joy ta...2024-08-0750 min
Toy Power Podcast#359: SPECIAL: Toy Power Mix Tape (Wave 3) I Wish it was a Dream Guess Who’s Back (80’s Toys) Neon Camouflage M.A.S.K. 43 (That’s my age again) Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles I’m Back on Cats! (Thundercats) It’s Crime Fighting Time! If You Fall I Won’t Catch You She-Ra, She-Ra! If You Wannabe (A Toy Collector) BraveStarr Don’t Open Your Toys Up Roll the Dice (Jay’s Theme Song) I Wish it was a Dream - REMIX Guess Who’s Back (80’s toys) - REMIX Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-07-0747 min
Toy Power Podcast#359: Dungeon Master: Jay!This week on the Toy Power Podcast; we have special guest: Jay Harps join us, to school us on all things Dungeons & Dragons. With the usual get-to-know-you questions; then into a chat on all things D&D related. Where to start, where to play & where to seek assistance. Then we Roll The Dice, as Jay transforms into his Dungeon Master Form! Trent portrays Fugitoid, Frank a witty and Charming Hero & Ben naturally takes on the form of Shredder! Jay has a genuinely fun Trek cooked up for us, for our characters as we embark on traveling from the discarded Toy...2024-07-071h 17
Toy Power Podcast#358: News, SDCC Exclusives & Lego Builds!This week on the Toy Power Podcast, we have a lot of News announcements to get through! Kicking off with Star Wars, & then moving to the Brothers from the Sewers. McFarlane Super Powers gets a Boost, & the Wesayso Dinosaur from Neca. Somewhere its Crime Fighting Time; before we cover the Marvel Legends Reveals! Then we speak to some of the exciting upcoming SDCC Toy Exclusives. Everything from prototype TMNT to the Comic book versions. Pool Sharks, Batmobiles, Secret Racers & a two-pack of Evil Warriors. Snake Cobra Commander & Easy Rider Maul rounding out the reveals. Playing out the episode, Frank shows of...2024-06-301h 26
Making It in The Toy Industry | Start A Toy Business#226: This Toy Delivers Real Mail Every Week To Kids Across The Globe with Wendy LattimoreCan Snail Mail Still Captivate Today's Tech-Savvy Kids? Are today's digital-native children still charmed by the simple pleasure of receiving a physical letter? In Episode 226 of the "Making It in the Toy Industry" podcast, Virginia Lette engages with Wendy Lattimore, a successful graduate of the Toy Creators Academy (TCA), to explore this fascinating topic. Wendy's inspiring journey from traditional mail to innovative toy creation will challenge your perceptions of outdated communication methods.From Executive Assistant to Innovative Toy Creator Meet Wendy Lattimore, an executive assistant and innovative toy entrepreneur. Her journey beg...2024-06-2625 min
Toy Power Podcast#357: Top 20 Villains Voted In!!This week on the Toy Power Podcast, we are each given a tasked of calling out Five iconic Toy Villains. But we have placed some ground rules down, and narrowed the window of this rounds Evil Doers release dates to the years between 1970 & 1989. With the four of us in the room each voting; we will ultimately form the Toy Power Top Twenty Villains! This is a lot harder than one may think.... Do we let Nostalgia take-over our choices? Or do we have other methods in mind...? When push comes to shove, our individual choices might surprise a few people...2024-06-231h 13
Toy Power Podcast#356: SPECIAL: Toy Power Mix Tape (Wave 2) Cash (Ah ha) Ninja Trap 1986 Toy Obsession Nobody Beats My Fire (Battle Beasts) 1 Week of Cartoons Defender of the Secrets of Castle Grayskull You’re Stayin’ MOC Home Peg Warmers New Collection Thunder (They’re Loose) Bonus tracks Cash (ah ha) Cinematic Remix Defender of the Secrets of Castle Grayskull Cinematic Remix Thunder (They’re Loose) Cinematic Remix Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-06-2145 min
Toy Power Podcast#355: SPECIAL: Toy Power Mix TapeWhilst we await the return of Floppy for a M.A.S.K. centric episode (and a few technical issues), enjoy this TOY POWER mix tape, full of songs about being a Toy Collector! Let 'Em Breathe (Tribute to DoesTen) I'm Holding Back Wearing Me Down Hard And It's Freaking Me Out Have You Ever (Don't wanna add it up) 38 Leonardo's Cherry Picker What A Nice Piece Of Cardboard (It Even Comes with a Plastic Figures) I Have A Problem And A Playset King Of Toy World BoShek Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcast...2024-06-1041 min
Toy Power Podcast#354: News & Mega Toy Fair with Floppy!This week on the Toy Power Podcast we have a very special guest join us; Mr. Floppy Starick! (more about him next episode...) Straight into the news, we have Darkseid unveiled in a MegaFig sized offering! The Famous Vincent Price is remade in plastic form from Neca, and captures him throughout his career. Mondo reveal a new line of Sofubi style TMNT and that has us all quite impressed! The Great Deku Tree, from Zelda is announced from Lego - but do we see value for money here? Super Shogun Metallic Mecha-Godzilla, now sporting 'Space Titanium' is certainly an upgrad...2024-06-021h 03
Toy Power Podcast#352: Breaking News & T2 Radical Rewind Review!This week on the Toy Power Podcast, we are back to exploring all the Toy News that has hit our radar. Kicking things off, we are back on the McFarlane bandwagon with a 3pk Super Powers Batman set. New style 66' Batman figures. More offerings from Trick Or Treat Studios - with the offering of Dr. Killemoff, with a neat action feature! Hotwheels offers up a 1/64 Transforming Optimus Prime - but the price is at a Decpeticon level. New announcements from the most recent Transformers Live Stream - Studio Series 86; plus an old favourite out of the Marvel Comicbook run...2024-05-191h 02
Toy Power Podcast#351: News, Fairs & Parcels!This week on the Toy Power Podcast, we reflect on our efforts from the big 350th ep. Can't thank everyone enough for all the banter on the various socials we received. Now its back to normal proceedings, as we start to increase on the episode numbers again! First news is centered around a Tribute via TMNT of Jack Kirby. Mondo drop a few bombs with their recent reveals of a 1/6 Thundercats line as well as 6.5" Real Ghostbusters line-up too! But that's not all, a teaser of the MOTU SkySled is incredible. Formo Toys announces a re-do of the Warriors Of The...2024-05-121h 22
Toy Power Podcast#349.6: Morgatron84 & The DecepticonsThis week on the Toy Power Podcast, we have Morgan back in studio to get to know a little more about him. Kicking off with the usual Favourite Toy & Favourite Movie as a 10yr old; plus, a bonus question as well. Then we jump right into another segment of our ongoing Vintage Toy Awards! This round focusing on the Evil Decepticons! We run through all the classic tiers including Standout "Leader Class" Decepticon, Standout 2nd Tier Character, Best use of Colour, Best Sculpting, Best Accessories, Most Fun toy, Fave Beast mode, Fave Vehicle/alt mode, Fave Playset mode and Best...2024-04-281h 16
Toy Power Podcast#349.2: Vintage Vs Modern + Xmen 97!This week on The Toy Power Podcast, its just the dynamic duo again; Trent & Ben. This round, we kick things off with a kind of a new segment that we pitch a vintage toy against its modern counterpart version. The Good, The Bad, and the Ugly. Trent got so excited, he brought several options to the table. So we have Green Ghost (aka Slimmer), Power Arm Terminator, Stilgar from Dune, Ming the Merciless from Flash Gordon & also Lion-O from Thunder Cats as well. Some we also have a 3rd option to chat to as well. Then rounding out the ep we...2024-03-301h 01
Toy Power Podcast#349: Radical Rewind's Fantastic!!This week on the Toy Power Podcast, we have Brett back in studio to unpack how Davey & himself came up with the idea of Radical Rewind, as well as their journey to make the first screening of Batman 89'an absolute sell out show success!! With the announcement of the next film being the 1990's TMNT Live action film in April; Radical Rewind are setting themselves up for an ongoing crowd-puller event!! A brief around the room review of the Batman film itself; with it being a first time for most seeing in on the big screen! Then we pivot ove...2024-03-161h 01
Making It in The Toy Industry | Start A Toy Business#207: The Secrets To Networking in The Toy IndustryAre you struggling to crack the networking code in the toy industry? Tune in to episode #207 of The Toy Coach Podcast: Making It In The Toy Industry as Azhelle Wade, unveils the secrets behind successful networking. Spoiler? It's easier than you think. The host debunks myths surrounding industry connections and shares invaluable tips for building meaningful relationships that drive professional growth.When you listen to this episode, you'll discover how genuine connections can open doors to unexpected opportunities. Azhelle shares firsthand experiences and insights gleaned from her three-year journey in The Toy Coach. Learn the importance of authenticity...2024-02-1534 min
Toy Power Podcast#342: The 2023 TPP Toy Awards!This week on the Toy Power Podcast, we dust off the mics as well as our evening suits, as we prepare for the Great TPP Awards for last years releases. But first we have a little TPP Highlights reel, of what we accomplished last year as a Podcast team! The catagories for the awards are as follows: - Best Movie- Best TV Show- Best Non-Toy Category (Statues, Video Games, Merchandise etc.)- Favourite "pre 2020" toy purchase (did you buy something vintage or something from a few years ago this year? Shout it out...2024-01-281h 37
Toy Power Podcast#340: News with a Top 5 Wishlist!This week on the Toy Power Podcast, we dive headfirst into the latest news, and there is a surprising amount of it; given we are so close to Christmas! In the Xmas theme, we have another Figure Obscura character to celebrate, in the form of: The Ghost Of Jacob Marley. But that's not all from the Four Horseman, they have also announced a ZoloCon Exclusive - Skull-Man! Over to Neca next, and celebrating the Year Of The Rabbit, we finally get a proper look at the 4pk of Usagi Yojimbo. McFarlane Cross Hasbro deal, has many of us scratching our...2023-12-171h 12
Toy Power Podcast#339: All About BCTalk!This week on the Toy Power Podcast, we have special guest Brendan Crates back on the show; this time to formally get to know him better! The usual intro questions aside, we expand on what Brendan is passionate about; plus suprised to discover just how many different places he has lived in! Collecting secrets are annonunced, around securing Mezco figures in Australia. We chat about the alter-ego BCTalk, the man behind the photos, and what it actually takes to get all those great shots! Wrapping up the ep we go around the table chatting all things that we are Read...2023-12-091h 12
Hack The Dino GamingcastEpisode 276 - LIVE - Toy Power Podcast vs Hack the Dino GamingcastWhich is better - toys or video games? We determine once and for all the answer as the Toy Power Podcast take on Hack The Dino in a quiz to settle the score. All in front of a LIVE CROWD!2023-11-2442 min
The Pirate Toy Fund Podcast2023 Toy Drive Preview with Abby Fridmann (13WHAM News) and Debra Ross (KidsOutAndAbout.com)13WHAM News Reporter Abby Fridmann and Debra Ross, Publisher of KidsOutAndAbout.com join Otto and Michael to share details about the 2023 13WHAM News Pirate Toy Fund Toy Drive. To host your own virtual toy drive to benefit the Pirate Toy Fund, just go to: https://ptftoystore.com/signup/2023-11-1448 min
Toy Power Podcast#334: Latest News & Exciting Scores!This week on the Toy Power Podcast, we have another jammed packed Runsheet of News Segments from around the virtual Toy Aisles! Kicking things off, are the results on some of the Kickstarter Projects. Giant-Man with a race to the finish line & the New already successful Ghostbusters Ghost Trap & P.K.E. Meter. More reveals from McFarlane, and none of them are Batman themed!?! Some really neat Spiderman announcements from the Marvel Legends team - getting deeper into the universe. Some well overdue Star Wars announcements as well as crossover Transformers plus Beast Wars Combiners. The G.I. Joe...2023-11-051h 02
Toy Power Podcast#331: Latest News & Local Fairs!This week on the Toy Power Podcast, its all about the Latest news! Another big week with several Conventions happening over in the USA. First off the ranks, we touch base on how well the latest HasLab is going, in the form of Giant-Man. Then its an unusual cross-over of Skeletor & VeeFriends? The Super Cyborg Krang Android is amazing, and very worthy of spot on your shelf as an upgrade of the Playmates version! An absolutely beautiful version of Supergirl from Revoltech; then a big "Skelebration" checklist from Mattel, including both Origins & Masterverse figures. Fraggle Rock wave 2 from Boss Fight...2023-10-151h 35
Toy Power Podcast#160.5 RETRO Reissue: JEM with DamienToday on the Toy Power Podcast, we are joined by a special guest and fellow SA collector Damien. He’s a rare breed of collector who manages to keep his passion for one line and one line only: the 80’s classic Jem and the Holograms! It was a time of flashing earrings, shoulder pads and face-paint so Damien takes us through the brand from conception at Hasbro to production. What famous show (beyond on her own) was Jem attached too? Was she even called Jem to begin with? We love figures with multiple accessories, but Jem takes it to anot...2023-10-081h 01
Toy Power Podcast#325: News & The Big Lie!!This week on the Toy Power Podcast, its another full on News session; as we kick it off with a chat about the new Star Wars Asoka Show - what are we missing? Then it genuinely seems that Todd McFarlane himself has filled our Runsheet with his upcoming reveals and announcements! But can you believe that we are discussing more characters, from the DC Universe, than just Batman himself! Yes, its a pretty cool mix... with some Batman too of course. Then we move over to some really neat news from Ramen Toys. Ace, announces a new Diorama set in th...2023-08-271h 24Making It in The Toy Industry | Start A Toy BusinessSTART HERE: Welcome Future Toy Person!Are you ready to dive into the business of toys? Since 2010, I've been in the thick of the toy industry, and now I'm sharing my wisdom and connections with you, right here on the Making It In The Toy Industry podcast. Every week you'll get a mini masterclass on the world of toys by learning about gameplay, connecting with publishers, building a community, and so much more. So, if you've got an idea that you want to bring to life or need a helping hand to find the right manufacturer or industry partner, let this podcast be your guiding...2023-08-0702 min
Toy Power Podcast#320: The Chronicles of Dave Holder!!This Week on the Toy Power Podcast; we are joined in studio by the very cool Dave Holder! A talented man whom is visiting Radelaide to attend the local Brixpo. Dave is renowned for his big Lego brick built sculptures. With his entry into the Lego scene by winning a competition to become a Master Builder for Legoland Melbourne!! All this excitement of Dave's story around winning the Lego comp; we delay some of the "Get to Know you Questions!" Dave is one of the designers on Bricker Builds - jumbo sized sculpture sets created, designed and setup for fans...2023-07-231h 07
Toy Power Podcast#316: Marvelous ToyBiz!This week on the Toy Power Podcast, we have Colin Bett's back again; to help us break down the wonderful 90's ToyBiz toy line. A discussion starting with only Scot, Ben & Colin; but later on in the ep, we may have some extra voices join us.... We have a deep discussion about the ToyBiz Toy line that really fleshed out the diverse roster of the Marvel Universe! Spawning multiple sub-toy lines, different scales and a variety of vehicles & playsets to boot!! Action features, colours, vac metal and articulation; plus, insight and discussion into figures that never were never made! Then w...2023-06-251h 07
Toy Power Podcast#314: TMNT Blitz and Toy Fair RecapToday there is lots of news to chat too - and 80% of it seems to be Turtles related! So don't expect to hear much from Producer Scot today! But there's also the newest Haslab reveal (blink and you'll miss it) some new Marvel Legends (which one is in Scot's basket?), The Todd gets another license and is Ben about to collect a new line? What makes us revisit the Shredders Revenge game? Then we chat all things Mega Toy Fair, the sights, the sounds, the friends and of course, the almighty scores. Support the show: http://patreon.c...2023-06-1159 min
Toy Power Podcast#313: Mega Crossover Quiz!!This week on the Toy Power Podcast; we challenged ourselves like never before! The crossover event of our careers! So please look forward to a Quiz show devised from Matt Teale'o; with participants from Dave's Video Graveyard & Geek Dudes; pitched against the Toy Power Team. This is actually Part Two of our crossover with good friends DVG and GeekDudes. If you’re wondering what happened to Part One; you’re not alone. I think Davey said it best, that when eight podcasters all yell at the same time, while chaotic and fun in places, it doesn’t necess...2023-06-051h 01
Toy Power Podcast#312: Guess Who's Back - Villain Style!This Week on the Toy Power Podcast, we bring back an old segment that has been requested for a Resurrection! So with a little bit of a twist to the original idea; we bring to you the new style of: Vintage Toy Awards! This round is focused purely on the Villains of the Masters of the Universe Toyline & we have some cracker subcategories to discuss: Standout Leader & 2nd Tier Character. Best use of Colour, Best Sculpting, Best Accessories, Most Fun toy, Fave Beast, Fave Vehicle, Fave Playset & the Overall Best Figure. This was extremely fun to unpack our personal opin...2023-05-281h 19Making It in The Toy Industry | Start A Toy Business#172: AI-Powered Toy Design [Part 1 of 2] Building a Million-Dollar Toy Line with the Help of AIAre you curious about how AI can revolutionize the toy industry? Do you want to know how AI can help in designing and marketing a toy product? If so, then this podcast episode is for you. Join The Toy Coach in this insightful episode as she explores the potential of AI in toy design and marketing.In this episode of the Making It In The Toy Industry Podcast, The Toy Coach shares her experience in using an AI language model called Agent GPT to generate ideas for a toy product. From creating a unique toy name to...2023-04-1937 min
Toy Power Podcast#305 - A Bit Of This, & A Bit Of That!This week on the Toy Power Podcast, we serve you up quite the mixed bag of content. Starting off with a lightning-fast Film Review. Some cool stories from Frank; as well as a surprising pivot on his collecting journey! Then it's a smorgasbord of Patreon questions that really get us scratching our heads. Mount Rushmore of Toys, Weird Science conversation, who will we take on our journey for the ultimate toy quiz team-up? Toy real-estate queries, missed opportunities on purchases, and who would we destroy - toy company wise? And rounding out the ep, Indian in the Magic Cupboard questi...2023-04-021h 13
Toy Power Podcast#301: The Hangover Episode!This week on the Toy Power Podcast, we start things off with a very special shout out from the Legendary American Cartoon Voice Actor: Michael Bell!! - with thanks to Tealeó for lining up that beautiful plug for us! Then we go around the room calling out some key episodes we are personally fond of from the Toy Power Archive. Then without missing a beat, we chat about the latest news hitting our radar. More Figure Obscura reveals, McFarlane Titans wave announced, Shattered Glass Transformers, Ninja Turtles toy leaks from upcoming Mutant Mayhem film & Biker Mice From Mars shots of t...2023-03-041h 13
Toy Power Podcast#294: Best Of 2022!Today on the Toy Power Podcast, we kick the New Year off; by looking back at the previous year that was?! Yep; that's how we roll! We asked our listeners to vote under twelve different criteria's of what they thought from last year.These questions included:- Best Movie- Best TV Show- Best Non-Toy Category (Statues, Video Games, Merchandise etc.)- Favourite "pre 2020" toy purchase (did you buy something vintage or something from a few years ago this year? Shout it out; we would love to hear what it was!!)- Bes...2023-01-151h 34
The Pirate Toy Fund Podcast2022 Toy Drive Preview with Sam Carter (13WHAM News) and Jason DiBiase (Rochester Pest Pro)13WHAM News Reporter Sam Carter and Jason DiBiase of Rochester Pest Pro join Otto, Michael, and Rebecca Leclair to share details about the 2022 13WHAM News Pirate Toy Fund Toy Drive. 2022-11-0942 min
Toy Power Podcast#287: Emily's Halloween Spectacular!!This week on the Toy Power Podcast we talk to the delightful Emily Lind! With a spooky theme right from the start, you are in for a trick or treat! The fun get to know you questions, and then it's time to shine some light on the amazing shrine that she has built around Peter Crushing. A fascinating insight to the famous Grand Moff antagonist from Star Wars & how one builds a shrine on this character - but also a deeper look at his marvellous acting carrier. Then we pivot into the world of Horror. With Toy Company's at their...2022-11-051h 03
Toy Power Podcast#284: Mega News Meltdown! Toy Fair and more!With PulseCon and NYCC reveals banking up, this was always gonna be a long, crazy episode. So crazy we forgot to tune Trents mic apparently! In this extended episode we cover it all from the usual suspects from Star Wars, Marvel Legends, DC Multiverse, Origins, NECA and Super7, but also the road less travelled with Nacelle, Mondo, Toho and too many more to name. We also unpack the recent closure of Aussie retailer BulletProof Villain and the fallout from it. Lastly, our hometown super-event The Adelaide Comic and Toy Fair gets a glowing recap as we talk tales, latest...2022-10-171h 41
The Pirate Toy Fund PodcastMichael Slattery's Charity RideMichael Slattery, cohost of The Pirate Toy Fund Podcast, shares details about his bucket list goal of bicycling from Rochester, NY to Florida to support three charities close to his heart: The Pirate Toy Fund, Honor Flight Rochester, and The National Center for Missing and Exploited Children. Otto gets the scoop from Michael, C.P. Maloney (Honor Flight Rochester), Mary Gavigan (Honor Flight Event Coordinator), and Ed Suk (Executive Director of NCMEC). You can donate or sponsor Michael's Charity Ride at https://MichaelsCharityRide.com2022-10-1530 min
Toy Power Podcast#271: TIYL Producer Scot!Today on the Toy Power Podcast, it’s all about Producer Scot! He’s the man behind the show who keeps us all in line and IS the Toy Power engine room. Learn where he grew up, what he did, where he’s been and what life had in store for him. Find out the special bond that he and Darren had along with how his future wife made her intentions known! And how about that heartfelt advice… (I’m not crying, you are!) Trent stops by in audio format from his Brixpo escapades then we take a quick spin throu...2022-07-171h 15
Hack The Dino GamingcastEpisode 198 - The Worst Game Company Ever with Toy Power PodcastHackTheDino.com
Trent and Ben from the Toy Power podcast are back, here to discuss what is possibly the worst toy and video game company - LJN toys.2022-05-271h 07Making It in The Toy Industry | Start A Toy Business#127: Toy Lessons Learned From My First Fashion Company Part 2The Toy Coach’s entrepreneurial journey didn’t start in toys, but instead it started in fashion. In 2012 Azhelle Wade, aka The Toy Coach created a fashion brand called Costumize Me. What started as a made to order costume company, evolved into a convertible event wear brand with the tag line 1 dress 100 ways to wear. The story of Azhelle building a brand in an industry she knew nothing about is one that she is excited to share with you on the podcast today, because it’s one that you can probably relate to as a new-ish toy creator. Listen to how...2022-05-2530 min
Toy Power Podcast#264: Toy-verse of Madness!Today on the Toy Power Podcast, our own Villain for Hire takes the wheel as Scot stands in for Hollywood Trent. Election night aside, we get to vote on some of the biggest toy stories of the week including: Lego Transformers, more Ultimates Thundercats, Earthworm Jim, Legends, gun packs and a perfect Donatello? Hats off to the Bad Boys of Toys who get the honor of having official Mythic Legions made of them. Will this finally kick us into gear? Then it's off to the MCU and the Multiverse of Madness! Who gives a surprisingly high score? Plus a...2022-05-221h 12
Hack The Dino GamingcastEpisode 197 - Video Game Bootlegs with Toy Power PodcastHackTheDino.com
Trent and Ben from the Toy Power Podcast are hereto talk about all things toys and video games - including some of the best/worst video game bootlegs they have ever seen.2022-05-201h 05Making It in The Toy Industry | Start A Toy Business#126: Toy Lessons Learned From My First Fashion Company Part 1The Toy Coach’s entrepreneurial journey didn’t start in toys, but instead it started in fashion. In 2012 Azhelle Wade, aka The Toy Coach created a fashion brand called Costumize Me. What started as a made to order costume company, evolved into a convertible event wear brand with the tag line 1 dress 100 ways to wear. The story of Azhelle building a brand in an industry she knew nothing about is one that she is excited to share with you on the podcast today, because it’s one that you can probably relate to as a new-ish toy creator. Listen to how...2022-05-1838 min
Toy Photographers PodcastMinimalism in toy photography
For this episode of The Toy Photographers Podcast Shelly & Sabrina discuss minimalism in toy photography. If you're not familiar with the concept of minimalism the Adobe website defines minimalism as: “like other forms of minimalist art, minimalist photography is about stripping a subject down to its essence. Create photos that cut through the clutter with clean lines, empty spaces, and only the essential elements.” So we decided to challenge our community to create photos where 'less is more'.
Toy photography, like other photography communities, isn't immune to trends. In the past few years Ive se...2022-05-1656 minMaking It in The Toy Industry | Start A Toy Business#123: Turning Your Professional Expertise Into An Educational Toy with Julie DiniMission driven toy creators like Julie Dini have one major goal in common. It’s to improve the lives of the kids and families that interact with their products. Today on The Toy Coach Podcast, our guest Julie Dini shares her toy journey from handmade prototype to recurring sales online. Julie’s product, Dealing In Feelings, helps kids understand simple to complex emotions through identification and gameplay! Learn what it takes to launch a product from concept to manufacturing and find out why this Developmental Psychologist opted not to produce her product in China OR India. Julie share...2022-04-2732 minMaking It in The Toy Industry | Start A Toy Business#121: Sick Day – Changes Coming To The Toy Coach PodcastIf you’ve been a listener of The Toy Coach podcast for a while now, you may have grown comfortable with the format of the show. But today’s episode is a small break from the toyspirational education that you’ve gotten used to. With The Toy Coach out sick, her fiance Christian Castro stepped up to the mic to share upcoming changes that are coming for The Toy Coach Podcast, Community, Emails, and our signature program, Toy Creators Academy.At the very end of today’s episode, Christian shares with you a link to a playlist of 10 po...2022-04-1307 min