A Toy Store Near You: Companion Podcast

This episode sees Bevin diving into the past, Toys From the Past that is! She's got Mike and Jared (and Jesse), talking all sorts of toy goodness, such as finally getting Hot Wheels some love on the A Toy Store Near You series, the shifting balance of popularity between vintage and new Star Wars toys, the importance of having toy expert specialists on-staff (shout out to Pokemon Joe and LEGO Max!). Also included, some topical conversation about how material costs and shipping delays are starting to show their effects across the toy collecting world and a SPECIAL REVEAL of the TFTP crew's next big business adventure! You've gotta listen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're back and finally talking to Holland's very own de Toyboys, well Toyboy, as Pieter joins Bevin to prove that truly, all nerds speak the same language. Take an audio tour of de Toyboys new store space, and learn whether Pieter's taste for herring matches his taste for Power Rangers. Does the definition of what constitutes "brunch" remain the same beyond borders? Find that out too and more! One last nugget-er, croquette found in this episode, Pieter's self-reflection on "Conquest Toys!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

90s kids rejoice! Bevin is talking to Matthew and LJ from Totally Rad Toyhouse, a store that specializes in '90s toys! Join them for a warm, nostalgic conversation about the value of community, the creepiness of Furbies, and how every city needs a vintage toy store. Burning questions from Bev include "Where's all the Batman figs?" "Where's all the Power Ranger figs?" and "Why is someone getting divorced over their toy collection?" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's an in-store episode recording! Bevin visits Houston Texas' very own Super Happy Incredible Toys! Juan, Colin and Brett talk about settling differences over Street Fighter, the cut-off for "vintage" and ensuring the collecting hobby is passed along to younger generations. Also debated, are Funko Pop folks the new Hot Wheels folks? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Mark Pederson aka Dr. Tongue himself is here to lend his insights on all things pop-culture (with a healthy dose of sarcasm and a running gag about bad internet). Mark also educates Bevin on Nudie Suits (it's not what you think) and how things at the store have changed since recording the episode. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The incomparable Sam and Liz from Toy De Jour hang out with Bevin to riff on hidden naughty bits on Disney VHS covers, the tight-knit community of Chicago toy-stores and the secrets to a successful relationship (spoilers, its opening a toy-store). Also discussed, the volatile secondary market for Beanie Babies and how it's possible to not collect Funko Pops! and still own dozens. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Inspired by watching Season 1 of A Toy Store Near You, Peter Swain and Jeanne Blair turned their dreams into reality by opening RePetes Toys! Listen in as they talk with Bevin about their passion for buying toys, selling toys, repairing toys and sharing that love with their customers. You'll find RePetes in a small town, but the hearts of owners' Peter and Jeanne couldn't be bigger! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Joining Bevin this week are Christine and Elizabeth from Wonder Works Toys! Wonder Works isn't your ordinary toy store, but it is a toy store in the purest sense of the definition. Find out how they continue to capture the magic of visiting a toy-store, the importance of localism in small business and how synergy between entrepreneurs helps keep Wonder Works a perpetually relevant and healthy environment for kids of all ages. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Consummate showman Jayden, owner of Jayden's Toys is here to chat with fellow Texan, Bevin! Jayden's opened multiple stores, two podcasts, continuing to tour with his band, staying busy to say the least. Jayden reveals the mysterious origins of Derp, commiserates with Bevin over the trials and tribulations of Texas ice-storms, marvels at the incredible vocal range of George Michael and even the prospects of franchising! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode finds Bevin talking with Jonathan from SMASH Toys (like MASH, not Hulk), who opened his store due to an unprecedented series of events in 2016. In addition to bonding over Batman, Jon and Bevin discuss the sliding scale of nostalgia, the cycle of collecting and the toy store community coming together via friendship and shared experiences Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bevin's back and talking to co-owner Amber at toy store destination location, Kokomo Toys! Listen in on how things are going over on Geek St., the continued focus that Kokomo Toys puts on highlighting independent toy-makers and a walk through the production of Kokomo Toys' episode of A Toy Store Near You! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Toy Fusion owner Andrew and Bevin reminisce over the “good ol days” of San Diego Comic Con, along with a glimpse into what goes into curating the collection of props throughout the Toy Fusion store. Along the way, the inspiration behind the name “Toy Fusion” is revealed, and how those toys got into high altitude! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nick from Bric-a-Brac Records and Toys hangs out to talk with Bevin about 90s toys, the connective tissue of music throughout the toy-store world and even the joys of pick-up shots! But that's not all! Stick around for some Bat-talk too! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week Bevin's got Mike and Amanda from Batcave Comics and Toys! As you might expect, there's some Batman talk, as well as the significance of sharing the hometown of Peanuts' creator Charles Schulze, the challenges of adapting their business model and the Snorks! Also discussed, the age-old debate over what constitutes "vintage" in the toy world. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Justin and Penelope from beloved establishment Farpoint Toys talk with Bevin about toy stories, Toy Story, Toys That Made Us, the connective tissue of music through A Toy Store Near You and the “drug” of nostalgia. Also, what defines “vintage” and “conquest toys!” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bevin talks across the pond with the always charming Joseph Hand; an engaging conversation on his planned road trip to America, his strategy in curating Leicester Vintage, and his thoughts on what might be sought-after collectibles for the next generation Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

B. and Candice Woodward chat with Bevin on what it takes to juggle raising a family and running a premier toy-store in Victoria, British Columbia. Listen in for insight on what it takes to be stewards of the National Toy Museum of Canada! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Bevin checks in on Terry and Liz Taylor healthcare heroes and rockstar owners of 1313 Mockingbird Lane. The Taylors are a testament to the friendship and friendliness within the toy store community and the perseverance it takes to succeed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Billy Galaxy went from rock star guitarist to rock star toy seller, and has since travelled the world in search of new treasures for his store; Billy Galaxy Vintage Toys & Collectibles. Bevin catches up with Billy to talk about kicking off the series and the roller-coaster of events he's had to ride since then. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The official podcast for the Amazon Prime series A Toy Store Near You!  First episode premieres Monday, November 15th! https://www.nacellecompany.com/catalog/a-toy-store-near-you/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices