Cardback Cafe

The Cardback Cafe is brewing up another caffeine fuelled chat covering the latest news and reveals from all our favourite companies served with a side of all our latest purchases, pre-orders and pick-ups along the way.The Figure Fanatics  (Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards) are back discussing all the latest from the wild west that is action figure collecting. We're talking some old favourites this week including Super7, Hasbro and Hot Toys but we'll also dig into the controversial Premium DNA as they have begun to reveal their upcoming (maybe) Battletoads line. The figs certainly look the part but can the company behind them be trusted? While we don't have the answer just yet, we can certainly say that these new figures have our attention.So grab a seat and relax, we'll bring you over all the latest toy and action figure news right to your table here as another all-new episode of the Cardback Cafe podcast hits the airwaves.Be sure to keep up to date with us over on social media, you can find us all over the place but mainly.TWITTERINSTAGRAMSNUPPS

It's another big day here at The Cardback Cafe as we keep serving up all the latest caffeine fuelled collectible news from all our favourite companies and just like seemingly every week, we've got another massive portion to serve up today.Your Toy and Action Figure Baristas  (Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards) are back trying to figure out exactly how they're going to make the space for some truly epic reveals this week as NECA continues on their hot streak of Internet Breakers but don't think it's just the NECA show (al though let's be honest...it normally is) as we're also talking some new reveals from Jazwares, Blitzway, SH MonsterArts and a filling side portion of McFarlane Toys news and leaks. As we always say, come on in, take a seat and relax to the soothing sounds of two guys who get overly excited to add more plastic to their ever growing collections...or something like that. The Cardback Cafe is serving up another fresh episode for your enjoyment,Be sure to keep up to date with us over on social media, you can find us all over the place but mainly.TWITTERINSTAGRAMSNUPPS

Well, well, well...we suppose it had to happen sooner or later so best to get it out of the way now. The Cardback Cafe locked its doors up for a week as the CBC Boys had to fight time and space in an epic battle that will be spoken about for years to come or real life got in the way which doesn't sound nearly as cool. However a week without talking toys has left the boys (Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards) bursting with energy and all the coffees along the way are only the icing on the cake as the Cardback Cafe Podcast returns with a Venti episode as we catch up on the last two weeks of our recent acquisitions as well as a heap of news. The Dollars/Pounds were flowing as we both created some shelf space only to seemingly reserve it up straight away for new additions to our collections. Find out how messy it got with two weeks worth of Purchases, Pre-Orders and Pickups.And they say no news is good news so what does it mean when there is ALL news because it certainly isn't bad when we start talking some epic reveals from the likes of Beast Kingdom, McFarlane Toys and of course NECA who may have somehow topped their reveal of the 'AN American Werewolf in London' figure...HOW DO THEY DO IT?!?Find out on this XL edition of the show filled to the brim with toy and collectible chat all fuelled by a never ending up of coffee. The Cardback Cafe is open and we're ready to serve up another brew.Be sure to keep up to date with us over on social media, you can find us all over the place but mainly.TWITTERINSTAGRAMSNUPPS

The Cardback Cafe is back serving up a special Espresso sized edition of the podcast.The CBC Boys (Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards) have returned in this special (and shorter) episode of the show in which they'll discuss the current size and states of their respective collections. How much is too much and what happens when you cross THE LINE?It's a focus chat in which we get REAL and look at a slightly different aspect of the hobby, what happens when you just don't have the space anymore. We'll be back next week with a full pot of toy java brewed fresh for your enjoyment but until then we hope you get a kick out of this condensed shot of collector caffeination.Be sure to keep up to date with us over on social media, you can find us all over the place but mainly.TWITTERINSTAGRAMSNUPPS

The Cardback Cafe is back serving up another all-new episode of action figure fuelled toy chat to kickstart your week.WARNING: Everything is back to normal this week (YAY) The CBC Boys (Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards) are back to report on their new scores with another mix of new and old in this weeks Purchases, Pre-Orders and Pick-Ups.However one pre-order is so big that it is actually has it's own news topic. What could it be? You've probably got a decent enough idea but let's just say we might need to pack up some current display pieces into CRATES or else there may not be room for the new arrivals.MEZCO hit the web with ToyzFair and with it three days full of reveals for all their various lines including a load of new One:12 Collective figures. Could we finally be opening up to this line? It looks like it.And NECA keeps the hits coming with a lot of Turtle related news and perhaps Frank's favourite reveal yet. We're talking a grail of a figure coming our way from the wizards in New Jersey.It's another big show here at The Cardback Cafe so pull up a seat and enjoy a hot cup of collectible chat.Be sure to keep up to date with us over on social media, you can find us all over the place but mainly.TWITTERINSTAGRAMSNUPPSAnd as always if you like the podcast be sure to rate/review it as it really helps spread the word.

The Cardback Cafe is back brewing up another all-new episode of collector-centric toy talk to keep you caffeinated for the week ahead.WARNING: We did have a little glitch in the Matrix when we recorded this week so please excuse some poor quality audio :(The CBC Boys (Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards) had a big week when it comes to THE THREE P's as both of these Toy Sharks could smell blood in the water. The news has been blowing up as of late and this week is no different as NECA is stepping things up with full reveals of their TMNT Turtles in Disguise Cartoon 4-pack and some tantalising teases from some of our favourite licenses. The Toddfather has officially ushered in THE YEAR OF SPAWN which besides being huge for fans of the comic franchise also provided some nice glimpses at figures we hope to put on the shelf.And the news keeps coming with reveals from HOT TOYS, some possible (amazing) leaks for the Lightning Collection and a whole heap more.It's another big show here at The Cardback Cafe so pull up a seat and enjoy a hot cup of collectible chat.Be sure to keep up to date with us over on social media, you can find us all over the place but mainly.TWITTERINSTAGRAMSNUPPSAnd as always if you like the podcast be sure to rate/review it as it really helps spread the word.

The Cardback Cafe is back brewing up another all-new episode of collector-centric toy talk to keep you caffeinated for the week ahead.The CBC Boys (Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards) are back talking all things plastic as some LONG AWAITED figures have finally made their way into our hands...well, one of us at least. So what will be the verdict on the MAFEX Miles Morales and Peter B. Parker? We'll drop into the Spider-Verse to find out.And another big week for new drops from all the usual suspects with NECA (and Randy) apparently returning from their social media hiatus to give us some looks at new horror offerings and teases to the future, HASBRO had another Power Rangers themed Fan First Friday event with some new reveals for the Lightning Collection, The Toddfather himself updated The Spawn Remastered Kickstarter backers and Dad-bod Boba is getting the high end Hot Toys treatment. We talk about all that and a lot more this week on the show.It's another big show to kick off our second month back in the swing of things here at The Cardback Cafe so pull up a seat and enjoy a fresh mug of toy chat.Be sure to keep up to date with us over on social media, you can find us all over the place but mainly.TWITTERINSTAGRAMSNUPPSAnd as always if you like the podcast be sure to rate/review it as it really helps spread the word.

The Cardback Cafe is back for another all-new episode filled hot cups of toy talk to keep you warm during these cold winter months.The CBC Boys (Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards) are chatting new arrivals including some SUPER figures that we've been waiting to have in our hands including one of the beefiest pieces of plastic one of us have handled in a while.And what started as a fairly slow news week quickly ramped up with new teases, reveals and previews from all our favourite companies. Hasbro was back at it with some Deluxe reveals from their Marvel Legends and Star Wars Black Series lines, Hot Toys is getting frisky with Batman Forever figures, the Toddfather continues to tease new figures at an alarming rate including a possible new Spawn line(!) and some more juicy bits from NECA and Boss fight Studios.The beans are grinding and you can smell the sweet sent of action figure news in the air on this weeks episode of the Cardback Cafe Podcast.Be sure to keep up to date with us over on social media, you can find us all over the place but mainly.TWITTERINSTAGRAMSNUPPSAnd as always if you like the podcast be sure to rate/review it as it really helps spread the word.

The Cardback Cafe is back open for business and we've brewing up fresh toy talk all day long on this news filled episode.The CBC Boys (Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards) are back going over some of the plastic they've acquired and hunted over the past week with some grail items finally arriving and possibly finishing off a collection in the process!However todays special is our new SUPER BREW which is a NEWS filled blend that will knock you out of your chairs. Seriously, so many new announcements that we couldn't fit it all into this one episode. There are a lot of surprises coming from seemingly every company that produces plastic these days and this week it was the mad geniuses at SUPER 7 who decided to lay claim to your wallets and wall space with their WEEK OF REVEALS. So many great things to take about including Godzilla, Power Rangers, Thundercats, Silverhawks and more. The beans are grinding and you can smell the sweet sent of action figure news in the air on this weeks episode of the Cardback Cafe Podcast.Be sure to keep up to date with us over on social media, you can find us all over the place but mainly.TWITTERINSTAGRAMSNUPPSAnd as always if you like the podcast be sure to rate/review it as it really helps spread the word.

After our unexpected return to the podcast arena we are keeping things going with the second episode of our second season and boy is there a lot to talk about this week.The CBC Boys (Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards) bring back THE THREE Ps as boxes have been arriving at an incredible rate at both Cardback branches BUT what exactly is inside???We're also back into NEWS mode as there have been so many awesome announcements as of late including Playmates hitting fans with another round of retro TMNT re-releases, new images of the MAFEX Homelander figure, the full reveal of series 1 of INVADER ZIM figures form Diamond Select Toys, surprise reveals for Masters of the WWE Universe and some tantalising teases from Super7.Frank and Jeff will also look into their crystal ball and take a look ahead into 2021 and breakdown some of their wants for the year ahead as well as some guesses as to what we might see revealed throughout the year.We've got the coffee brewing so pull up a chair and relax with a Fresh Cup of our Special Brew here at the Cardback Cafe! Be sure to keep up to date with us over on social media, you can find us all over the place but mainly.TWITTERINSTAGRAMSNUPPSAnd as always if you like the podcast be sure to rate/review it as it really helps spread the word.

Like the feeling of tearing the wrapping paper off a present to find a crispy new figure that you knew you wanted but never expected, the RETURN of the Cardback Cafe Podcast is here to delight the toy collecting crowd!That is right, the CBC Boys (Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards) are back after a rather long hiatus to start 2021 off right as they get back to the business at hand which is of course talking toys.We've got a lot to catch up on here at the Cardback Cafe but before 2021 finds its footing we decided to be the last ones to the table with our TOP FIGURES OF 2020 because as you know, everyone loves a list show!Frank and Jeff countdown each of their TOP 5 FIGS that they received in 2020 as they tried to fight off all the terribleness of the world around them with the only vaccine they know, little articulated, plastic representations of characters. Do you think you'll know who makes the cut? If you've listened to the show before you've probably got some idea but also there are sure to be a few surprises along the way!So sit back, kick your feet up and get that first hot cup of collector brew in your mug as the Cardback Cafe is open for business and ready to serve the masses again. Be sure to keep up to date with us over on social media, you can find us all over the place but mainly.TWITTERINSTAGRAMSNUPPSAnd as always if you like the podcast be sure to rate/review it as it really helps spread the word.

The Cardback Cafe returns after what felt like the longest week ever off the air with a brand new episode that finds Frank and Jeff back in that plastic state of mind as the PayPal accounts have been working overtime and the toy news hasn't stopped.The Three Ps seems back with a vengeance as the CBC Boys discuss their newest pick-ups including the beginning of a new Anime shelf for one of us as the expansion of our vintage tastes. Another big week in collectible news as MAFEX finally showed off their Age of Apocalypse Magneto figure in all its glory, Hasbro brought a long lost Toys R Us exclusive back from the dead, a life-sized Alien can be yours for the price of a new car and NECA updates it's upcoming TMNT release schedule. All that and we check in with the Spawn Kickstarter as Todd gives us our first look at just how articulated the final figure will be and it is certainly impressive!We're kick starting your week with toys news, previews, coverage and more here at the Cardback Cafe. Sit back, grab a cup o joe and relax to the sooth sounds of toy jazz.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on SNUPPS as SinatraTheTank, Jedwa and The Cardback Cafe. Find the video version of the show over on our brand spanking new YouTube channel!

The CBC boys have survived another week in lockdown and are back fighting off boredom with a stick as they talk toys, figures, collectibles and more on another mint-on-card episode of the Cardback Cafe Podcast.Episode 34 kicks off with a slight return to one of our favs, of course we are talking The Three Ps has a global pandemic couldn't keep the guys from opening their wallets and shelf space for too long after all.Then we jump into the news as company's were showing off a lot of stuff we've seen before with new promo pics to get us all to click PURCHASE. It was a Masters of the Universe double-bill as Mondo showed up their new Man at Arms figure with a tease for future releases as well as Mattel posting up official pictures of Wave 3 of their Masters of the WWE line (and a leaked rundown of wave 4). A few figures are starting to hit shelves now including NECA's Rhino Alien which looks jaw dropping as well as the often delayed MAFEX Cyclops which looks to have made a near perfect jump from prototype to production.A few new reveals to touch upon as well as Mysterio gets an animated style repaint for all you 90s kids (like us!) and Diamond Select reveals their Last Airbender Wave 2.Then we get talking Kickstarter as perhaps the biggest news has to be the newly launched Spawn action figure Kickstarter from Todd McFarlane which has blown the roof off of action figure Kickstarters. We'll take a closer look at what is on offer and also take a look back at some successful figure crowd funding campaigns and ones that you can still get involved with.We're kick starting your week with toys news, previews, coverage and more here at the Cardback Cafe. Sit back, grab a cup o joe and relax to the sooth sounds of toy jazz.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on SNUPPS as SinatraTheTank, Jedwa and The Cardback Cafe. Find the video version of the show over on our brand spanking new YouTube channel!

The Cardback Cafe returns to shine a spotlight on all the biggest toy and action figure news as well as gushing about our plastic obsessions as Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards hit the airwaves yet again!While the Three Ps may be taking a backseat for the time being that hasn't stopped us from window shopping and nearing breaking point but what exactly has pushed us to the edge? Well find out as we introduce THE TEMPTATION OF THE WEEK and we're kicking it off with some pretty out there choices.Another week in lockdown means another BIG news week here on the CBC Podcast as we've got headlines from Super7, Boss Fight Studios, Hot Toys, SH Figuarts, Hasbro and more. The Mandalorian takes centre stage as he shows off his new Beskar armor in not one but two different action figures this week and more The Child aka Baby Yoda is coming in both the teeny, tiny variety as well as LIFE SIZED!All that and we quickly take a trip down memory lane to remember the FIRST Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Live Action Movie in celebration of it's 30th Anniversary...wow, anyone else feel old??Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on SNUPPS as SinatraTheTank, Jedwa and The Cardback Cafe. Find the video version of the show over on our brand spanking new YouTube channel!

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back and this time it's personal! The CBC boys take to the airwaves as we get back to normal albeit with one big change and that is that the Cardback Cafe Podcast has now dipped it's toe into the video world. This recording of the CBC podcast was also caught on camera as Frank and Jeff emerged from the shadows to take their first step up the YouTube mountain but fear not as the show itself remains pretty much unchanged.We're still talking about all the latest reveals and news from the toy/figure/collectible community including enough Batmen to make your head spin! Seriously it's a good time to be a fan of The Dark Knight as we've got new figures coming our way from McFarlane, MAFEX and SH Figuarts to talk about and droll over.But what about The ThreePs you ask? Well with the uncertainty ahead there will no doubt be a downswing in purchases for the guys but as we've yet to go over all of the epic haul from the Great California Hand-washing Adventure we take the chance to break down the massive pile of plastic that we both acquired on an epic trip to SoCal.It's back to business for us on the Cardback Cafe Podcast...or at least as much as we can do so sit back and DON'T leave the house to buy a coffee, instead brew a nice pot at home and as always, keep hose hands washed!Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on SNUPPS as SinatraTheTank, Jedwa and The Cardback Cafe. Find the video version of the show over on our brand spanking new YouTube channel!

We've had ourselves a little extended break between episodes since we last checked in on the CBC boys but rest assured that despite all the stuff happening in the world that Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back talking toys and more here on the Cardback Cafe Podcast.The guys got in their California adventure just as a global crisis was beginning, little did they know just how much things would be changing over the weeks ahead yet despite all the change in the outside world we are trying to keep things pretty normal as we break down our recent Purchases, Pre-orders and Pick-ups in fairly light edition of THE THREE Ps.It would seem that no matter what toy news will ALWAYS be hitting the internet and this episode proves it as there have been some big announcements including new Turtles from NECA, Mario LEGOS and Bandai getting our mouths watering with a tease for the ages!All that and just what exactly are we doing as we try to keep ourselves isolated and safe in this crazy world on our first post-California episode of the show.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on SNUPPS as SinatraTheTank, Jedwa and The Cardback Cafe.

It's finally that magical time of the year when Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards get together under the California sun for some figure hunts, games, movies, drinks and more. Get involved as the CBC boys recount all that has been going on in a very special episode of the show.It's been an eventful few days in Southern California as Frank and Jeff try to bulk up their collections while continuously washing their hands to fight off any nasty viruses out there in the world but they won't let a global pandemic stand in the way of an epic toy hunting excursion which includes trips to Frank and Son Collectible Show as well as the amazing INLAND EMPIRE TOY STORE in Redlands and a handful of Targets, Ross, Gamestops and Walgreens.Toys aren't the only thing the lads have been up to though as there is more to SoCal then just endless Targets. A little trip to the happiest place on earth also gets mentioned as Frank and Jeff outdo Han and Chewie in Galaxies Edge and get soaked on Splash Mountain (all while downing multiple churros along the way).So relive the fun with the two giddiest sounding toy collectors this side of Space Mountain as the Cardback Cafe California Special is upon us!Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on SNUPPS as SinatraTheTank, Jedwa and The Cardback Cafe.

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards have returned to wrap up their coverage of Toy Fair 2020 as all the huge reveals and news couldn't be contained to a single episode!Before we get to the housekeeping though the Three Ps make a return as the CBC boys have two weeks of new gets to catch-up on including the Great Turtle Exchange of 2020 as well as some strong representation from Diamond Select Toys. We circle back on ourselves as we catch up on some of the news we glossed over or just straight up missed on last weeks epic show as we look at more reveals from Boss Fight Studios, Beast Kingdom and Hasbro...as if there wasn't enough the first time!And once all the dust has settled we'll give you are TOP 3 reveals/news items from the show. With SOOOOO much mouth watering news what will stand above the rest and what, if any disappointments are there from Toy Fair 2020? There is only one way to find out and that is to join us for a steamy brew at the Cardback Cafe.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on SNUPPS as SinatraTheTank, Jedwa and The Cardback Cafe.

It's that time of the week for yet another trip to The Cardback Cafe with your faithful narrators in the form of Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards. We'll be enjoying some hot coffee and some of the freshest toy news around and this week its an extra special (and super sized) episode as we talk NEW YORK TOY FAIR 2020.We have soooooo much to get through his week as we try to hit all the major talking points from Toy Fair 2020 that we skip right over The Three P's and right into the news from the show floor and we need every second we can muster as there were so many reveals and surprises that we need to talk about.We break down all the biggest news from McFarlane Toys, Mattel, Good Smile Company, Diamond Select, Hasbro (SO MUCH HASBRO!!!), Super7, Storm Collectibles, Mezco and of course the hands down winners of the show NECA Toys.This roller coaster ride of an episode hits top speed right out of the gate and doesn't slow down for 90 minutes so be sure to buckle up and hold on for your life (and your wallet) because the Toy talk is coming at you fast and furious.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on SNUPPS as SinatraTheTank, Jedwa and The Cardback Cafe.

Alright Fig Fam it's that time of the week ye again as Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back with another podcast full of toy news, recent purchases and all sorts of other chat revolving around the world of Toys, Action Figures and Collectibles here on the Cardback Cafe.Shelf space is reaching critical mass this week as we FINALLY get our hands on the much talked about (though never yet found int he wild) NECA TMNT Bebop and Rocksteady 2-pack. Do they live up to the hype or are they as bland as a cold bowl of turtle soup? (HINT: They are awesome)Yet again it proves to be another heavy news week as we discuss some mouth watering Batman reveals including a new Two-Face from the Mezco One:12 Collective line, McFarlane DC variants in the wild as well as Dark Knight Returns and Hush reveals from MAFEX. We've not gone completely batty just yet though as we also take a look at new Beavis and Butt-Head ReActions from Super7 and Flash (Ahhhh) Gordon final makes his gran enterance from Boss Fight Studios.The reveals are coming thick and fast in the lead up to NY Toy Fair and we are seriously excited to see all this awesome news hit the web. So let's go for a nice Medium Roast today as we sit back, sipping coffee and chatting collectibles right here on The Cardback Cafe Podcast.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on SNUPPS as SinatraTheTank, Jedwa and The Cardback Cafe.

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back with another exciting week of news, purchases and discussion revolving around the world of Toys, Action Figures and Collectibles here on the Cardback Cafe.The boys have pumped the breaks on the Three P's with a subdued week of purchases but fear not because that certainly doesn't mean that there isn't some exciting bits of articulated plastic in the post! But the story of the day (or um, well, episode) is the BIG news from Super7. The FULL REVEAL of the TMNT Ultimates wave 2. The Cardback Crew spend a fair amount of time gushing over the newest reveals from the mad geniuses over at Super7 in addition to talking about some new Dragon Ball and RoboCop collectibles that will be hitting shelves soon.There is no coffee too hot, no figure too pricey (seemingly) for the Cardback Cafe Podcast so come on in, make yourself at home and enjoy the newest episode.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on SNUPPS as SinatraTheTank, Jedwa and The Cardback Cafe.

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back with another exciting week of news, purchases and discussion revolving around the world of Toys, Action Figures and Collectibles here on the Cardback Cafe.The Three P's may soon become the FOUR P's if we keep up with our collection PURGES as more eBay legwork as led to some gains which of course has led to further Purchases, Pre-Orders and Pick-Ups. Find out everything we've gotten our hands on including what may be one of the biggest purchases yet for one half of the squad.The news hasn't slowed in the continued buildup to ToyFair 2020 with a load of new news and reveals from NECA, McFarlane dipping his toes into Articulated Spawn figures, Super7 teasing the next wave of TMNT Ultimates and a certain green baby who is on everyones mind.And as one of the Ps this week could well be considered a GRAIL the guys discuss the concept of Grails in toy and figure collecting. What makes a grail, do they have any in their collection, is there an item that they are chasing after? It's a mad dash to figure out just what the guys consider a true Grail.Boil the water, grind the beans and get ready for another hot, and fresh cup of Toy and Figure talk here at the coolest cafe around.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on SNUPPS as SinatraTheTank, Jedwa and The Cardback Cafe.

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back with another news heavy episode of the Cardback Cafe. The boys are back with another all new episode talking Toys, Action Figures and Collectibles.A recent surge of eBay activity has seen both Frank and Jeff crank up their purchases, pre-orders and pick-ups in an expensive edition of THE THREE Ps.Meanwhile as we inch closer to Toy Fair 2020 there has been more and more reveals and other news hitting the web including some sweet looking Tron figures from Diamond Select, new Marvel Legends Black Widow figures, more MAFEX reveals, a POP overload from London and more news from NECA featuring our favourite heroes in a half shell.It's not all good news however as we find out about and discuss the recent closing of one of our favourite collector communities in GEMR. Grab a hot cuppa of coffee and get ready for a caffeinated kick of collecting goodness here on the Cardback Cafe Podcast.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTank and Jedwa.

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back with another episode of the Cardback Cafe and this week find the duo previewing what's to come in 2020.Off of the back of our 2019 wrap-up (complete with our top 10 figures of the year) the guys are back to business discussing some of their newest purchases as well as breaking down some all new reveals.The Three Ps see the guys get back into the habit of buying as the post-holiday lull is well and truly over. Frank and Jeff try their best to cover all three of the titular Ps this week with new and old-school buys.In addition the news is starting to heat up as we get closer and closer to Toy Fair 2020 so get ready because this is just the calm before the storm!And finally the guys do a little pre-Toy Fair preview as they chat about the figures they are looking forward to the most in 2020, from ones they already have on pre-order to those that are coming a bit later down the line and we'll even throw in a dash of predicting what might be announced/shown off at TF2020.It's another BIG SHOW here at the Cardback Cafe so grab a hot cup of coffee, kick your feet up and enjoy.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTank and Jedwa.

The holiday season has sadly ended but fear not as we've got just the late arriving gift for you as the Cardback Cafe Podcast returns to normal transmissions with the first episode of 2020 coming your way as Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back for the start of year 2 of the Cardback Cafe.We thought we'd go all out for our first episode of the year and you can tell as this special EXTRA LARGE episode covers a lot including all our holiday Purchases, Pre-orders and Pick-Ups over the festive season including a lot of vintage finds .We also try our best to catch-up with some of the biggest news stories from the past few weeks with a BIG focus on McFarlane's new DC Multiverse line. We try our best to look over each of the new reveals giving you our thoughts on the diverse new line. In addition we break down some news from Super7, NECA and 1000Toys.And better late than never, it's both Frank and Jeff's TOP 10 FIGURES of 2019! Which figs were our favs in a seriously stacked year of releases? There is only one way to find out and that is to stick with this EXTRA LARGE episode until the end.So pop the kettle on, get your favourite brew percolating and get ready for the first episode of 2020 and the longest episode yet of the Cardback Cafe Podcast.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTank and Jedwa.

Christmas has come and gone but there is still one present remaing from the holiday season as Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back with another new episode of the Cardback Cafe Podcast.This very special Cardback Quickie is a landmark episode of the podcast as it is filled with firsts including the first time that Frank and Jeff have been together in the same location to record and the first time we've recorded in a parked car in a Wal-Mart parking lot (hope you like the sound of passing cars!).In this minisode of the Carback Cafe Podcast the boys briefly discuss what it's been like to be home with the holidays and also talk about some of the finds while in the thriving metropolis of Utica, NY. They guys also gush over their new favorite thing, namely the Mega Construx line known as Breakout Beasts. These things are seriously fun and the guys spend a bit of time confessing their new found love for them.And before you know it the episode ends with a tease of whats to come in 2020 as the guys settle back into post-holiday life. Don't miss out on this little nugget of a podcast.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTank and Jedwa.

Worry not #FigFam as Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back with another new episode of the Cardback Cafe Podcast.The CBC Boys return to the air after a somewhat extended break between episodes to get one last remote record in before the big holiday trip home and we've got an extra-special episode in store for you.There is one more chance to catch-up with all our recent GETS in a final Three P's before Santa comes to visit.We'll also spend a little bit of time catching up with all the newest figure reveals from Hasbro who have been very busy revealing loads of new Marvel Legends and Star Wars Black Series figures. We've also got new wrestling figures from Super 7, a new Revoltech Wonder Woman and more to talk about.Things then get a festive as we quickly run down some of the biggest Christmas toys from the past 40 years. Some we know, some we don't, some we had, some we wanted but no matter what, they all have a special place in toy history. Do you remember the toys on this list? There is only one way to find out and that is to listen to us ramble on (with a soothing holiday soundtrack) in this wee's episode of the Cardback Cafe Podcast.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTank and Jedwa.

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back with another new episode of the Cardback Cafe Podcast.With Thanksgiving our of the way and some nasty bugs being worked out of their systems the CBC Boys turn their attention to the coming Festive Season.Also, as Black Friday and Cyber Monday are now in the rear view mirror will the guys have anything to report in this week's PURCHASES, PRE-ORDERS AND PICK-UPS or as gift giving season picks up with the purse strings be tightened? It's the Cardback Cafe so it's a safe bet that some plastic is entering our lives.But with the bulk of the show Frank and Jeff get positively giddy as they discuss and look forward to their holiday plans which include hitting up a load of local stores to scratch that figure itch, enjoying all the delicacies that Upstate New York has to offer and most importantly spending time with friends and families with some time honoured traditions.You know the drill, get that coffee brewing because it's getting cold out there and we all need to keep warm with great chat about figures, collectibles, toys and more right here on the Cardback Cafe Podcast.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTankand Jedwa.

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back with another new episode of the Cardback Cafe Podcast.May the Holiday Season officially BEGIN!!! The hunt for NECA's Bebop and Rocksteady 2-packs has commenced but how has Jeff gotten on in the search for THE figures of the season? Find out in this weeks edition of The Three Ps. The news picks up as yet another Comic Con hits over in the far east as Tokyo Comic Con reveals from the likes of SH Figurarts dominate the headlines but we also discuss something else to be thankful for this weekend, the official return of Toys R Us as the first store in the company relaunch is set to open.And we couldn't talk Thanksgiving without discussing what comes next, BLACK FRIDAY. As the biggest sales weekend of the year bares down on us we reminisce about Black Friday experiences from the past and look forward to where Collectors can look this weekend. There are so many great deals out there and you don't need to leave the comfort your home to find them!Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTankand Jedwa.

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back with another new episode of the Cardback Cafe Podcast.The CBC Boys have been busy as we accelerate toward the holiday season and while the focus is shifts to purchases and pickups for loved ones you still better believe that a few indulgences were made over the past week. But lets get real for a moment as the big news on everyone in the collector/toy communities mind recently has been the recent developments with COPPA and what it will do to some of our favorite creators. While we don't pretend to be experts on the subject in any way it nevertheless dominates the discussion in this weeks episode as we try to break down what exactly COPPA is and who it is effecting.It's a tough time to be a creator in this community and the more people we get talking about it the better. So join our spirited discussion on this evolving news.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTankand Jedwa.

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back with another new episode of the Cardback Cafe Podcast.The show kicks off with a retro vibe as 'The Three Ps' shifts into high gear as the guys continue to fill up their collections with vintage figures from their childhoods including the often discussed Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles as well as everyones favourite green space rabbit, Buck O'Hare.While it may be a slow news week it is in no ways a no news week as the guys briefly chat some new announcements from LEGO, Super7 and the Star Wars Black Series.And then we get into the real meat and potatoes of the show as the guys ramble their way through a discussion about KNOCK-OFF/BOOTLEG toys. What are the pros and cons, do they own any, why would they buy them and what are things to look out for. We try to get to the bottom of this interesting subsection of the collector community.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTankand Jedwa.

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back with another new episode of the Cardback Cafe Podcast and just when you thought you were safe...the onslaught of news continues to devastate the wallets of collectors around the worlds!But hey, before we get to the news we've got to break down all of our recent purchases, pre-orders and picks-ups in what turned out to be a messy week for our hosts. We've got new items old and new coming our way despite our display space dwindling as quick as out bank accounts.And just like we promised, it's been a HUGE news week with so many amazing figure reveals that we barely have time to cover them all. The crazy creators at NECA, Super 7, Hasbro, Nendoriod and more just keep the hits coming.We've got another great episode ready for your ears #FigFam so be sure to grab a mug of your favorite caffeinated brew and sit back with a hot shot of the Cardback Cafe Podcast.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTankand Jedwa.

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back and spookier than ever as Halloween comes to the Cardback Cafe Podcast in an extra special, super-sized edition of the show.Things get started in a pretty normal fashion (all the good scary movies do) as the boys go over the recent reasons why they find themselves without a lot of pocket change in this week's THREE Ps including a final(?) update on #PLUSHIEGATE and a last minute rush of pre-orders.The news gets minty as #NECA snuck out some new TMNT teases, Boss Fight Studios finally revealed their Lucha Libre line and two big comic cons over in Europe saw a boat load of reveals from the team over at Hasbro.But then things take a dark turn as we go over a brief history of horror figures, taking a look back at McFarlane's Movie Manics, NECA's Cult Classics and SOTA's Now Playing lines which really helped shape the state of the collector focused toy market of today. We'll also go over some of our favourite horror figures/toys from the past and the present and learn a thing or two about the Haunted Doll craze...which is a thing!Viewer beware, you're in for a scare (it's not actually all that scary) with out very special episode of the Cardback Cafe Podcast! Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTankand Jedwa.

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back with another new (and slightly delayed) episode of The Cardback Cafe Podcast.We've been away a bit longer then expected but fear not #FigFam as the CBC Boys are back at it with a Brand New (and only slightly delayed) episode of the Cardback Cafe Podcast and we've got a lot to catch up on!It's a week in which both hosts have acquired figures which may have already shot up to the top of their collections and wouldn't you know it but they all come courtesy those mad scientists over at NECA. Though it's not all good news at #Plushiegate continues as Jeff patiently awaits the arrival of a vintage Leonardo Plush figure from an eBayer who probably won't be getting a very high rating after this transaction.It's NEWS that takes centre stage yet again as despite NYCC knocking us off our socks last week the info train keeps on coming with new reveals, updates and more from some of our favs including Super7, Plunderlings, Hot Toys and Mezco.It's information overload on another brand new episode of the Cardback Cafe Podcast so get the coffee brewing and enjoy.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTankand Jedwa.

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back with another new (and slightly delayed) episode of The Cardback Cafe Podcast.After an eventful week in which the Cardback Crew found themselves on opposite sides of the globe they are finally ready to get back to the business of talking toys, collectibles and more.We catch up with all our new purchases as Jeff scratched his figure itch with the help of some Marvel and DC heroes while the Force was strong with Frank during Triple Force Friday.But it's New York Comic-Con 2019 that dominates a reveal heavy show as we quickly go over all the fantastic news to come out of the last big con of the year. We check in with the mad geniuses at NECA, Hasbro, Hot Toys, Star Ace Toys, Tamashii Nations, McFarlane and a heck of a lot more!Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTankand Jedwa.

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back with another new episode of The Cardback Cafe Podcast.After catching up some some lost sleep the Cardback Boys are back with another batch of Purchases/Pre-Orders/Pick-Ups as Jeff goes fully vintage while Frank finally pulls the trigger on some figs that he's been itching to pick up for a while.It's also been a busy news week as we go over Mattel's newest doll line which aims to be inclusive for all genders. Sideshow posts their brand new, 1/6 scale Superman with a face that leaves a lot to be desired and the day all us Star Wars fans have been waiting for, the official reveals for the upcoming Triple Force Friday!Beyond all the great toy talk we also think outside the box as our anticipation levels keep raising for the upcoming Crisis on Infinite Earths. Seriously, how many more amazing casting announcements can the CW continue to hit us with???All of that and more is featured in today's episode so pull up a chair as we get the coffee brewing as an all new episode of the Cardback Cafe Podcast is just getting warmed up.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTankand Jedwa.

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back with another new episode of The Cardback Cafe Podcast.Another week, another excuse to talk toys, collecting and more with two hosts who this week may or may not have been borderline comatose during the recording (you decide).Fear not though as the guys still get down to the important business of discussing their new pickups, some of the mintiest news from the figure collecting community and also have the chance to shine the spotlight on an important figure fro each of their collections.We even managed to think bit 'outside the box' this week and discuss the newly released Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening. Jeff may have found his game of the year while Frank is left asking all the questions.It may be a quickie but it is also most definitely still a goodie not his week's episode of the Cardback Cafe Podcast.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC for more toy chatter and if you're serious about collecting you can find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTankand Jedwa.

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back with another new episode of The Cardback Cafe Podcast.This week was pretty special as Jeff finally made the pilgrimage to the now mythical Frank and Son Collectible Show in Southern California. Did all his dreams come true or was it a collector's nightmare???Of course there will be some haulage to discuss in a new edition of The Three P's (Purchases, Pre-orders and Pick-ups). But that's not all, as the news has picked up with interesting stories from all over including the tidbits about GameStop, The Toys That Made Us, LEGO Star Wars and the never ending assault of Funko POPS!So don't miss a second of yet another exciting and fun-filled edition of the Cardback Cafe Podcast. Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC and you find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTankand Jedwa.

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back with another new episode of The Cardback Cafe Podcast.After taking a week off of podcasting due to you know, the real world, the guys are back doing the thing they enjoy most...talking toys!As it's been two weeks you better expect a lot of things coming in during this weeks Three P's but thankfully this weeks dip into the Mint News from the Figure Collecting community doesn't have many reveals that'll have the guys reaching for their wallets...oh wait, you mean there was some #StarWarsBlackSeries leaks? Nevermind then.Frank and Jeff both go retro in this week's edition of Collectors Spotlight which sparks a larger conversation about collecting vintage figures and how we yearn to keep hold of a time gone by. Don't worry, it doesn't get sad.Actually it's yet another fun-filled episode so like we always say, grab a hot cup of coffee, pull up a seat, kick up your feet and enjoy this week's comeback episode of the Cardback Cafe Podcast.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC and you find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTankand Jedwa.

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back with another new episode of The Cardback Cafe Podcast.The past week as proven pretty interesting with a surprise 5-dollar Gamestop figure deal that has not only greatly added to the guys Purchases, Pre-Orders and Pickups but it's also got them discussing a very important aspect of every collectors life...Display Space and Setups.In addition we'll also be breaking down some of the newest reveals and news out the figure and collector communities including Hasbro's new, surprise Hulk figure, Pre-order details on ANOTHER MAFEX Spider-verse figure and NECA's final con exclusive DC 2-pack.Beyond that Jeff will introduce us to a furry friend with a strong bite in this week's Collectors Spotlight and the two go outside the box and chat some Spider-Man and Star Wars.So like was always say, grab a hot cup of coffee, pull up a seat, kick up your feet and enjoy this week's special episode of the Cardback Cafe Podcast.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC and you find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTankand Jedwa.

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back to business with a brand new episode of The Cardback Cafe Podcast.Still recovering from our epic Collectrospective last week we get back to reporting all the latest toy and figure news including some truly epic reveals from the fine folks over at Super 7. If you thought He-Man and Thundercats was exciting, you've ain't seen nothing yet.So like was always say, grab a hot cup of coffee, pull up a seat, kick up your feet and enjoy this week's special episode of the Cardback Cafe Podcast.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC and you find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTankand Jedwa.

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back with a special episode of The Cardback Cafe Podcast.We're going off-book today as instead of our normal run of show we've hit the ground running with the first in our Collectrospective series in which we take a detailed look back at specific toy lines throughout the years and we are kicking things off with one that is very close to our shells...errr...hearts, it's the first wave of Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles figures from Playmates.We'll be taking a look back at the inspirations for the line as well as the actual figures that made up the first, iconic wave all while not trying to lose ourselves into a nostalgia pit.So like was always say, grab a hot cup of coffee, pull up a seat, kick up your feet and enjoy this week's special episode of the Cardback Cafe Podcast.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC and you find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTankand Jedwa.

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back with a new episode of The Cardback Cafe Podcast.It's been a busy birthday week for one of our hosts who has some great scores to go over in the weekly Three P's while a storm of spending is brewing for the other.Beyond the prospect of new toys entering their collections the two still find time to go over some news including a new exclusive POP! coming this Halloween, yet another version of Miles Morales that will surely need to be purchased, a great new Kickstarter coming soon and much more.And of each member of the Cardback Crew will shine the spotlight and a special piece form each of their collections before moving on to a discussion on the merits of Build-A-Figures.All that and more in another episode packed with terrific toy talk. So grab a hot cup of coffee, pull of a seat, kick up your feet and enjoy this week's episode of the Cardback Cafe Podcast.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC and you find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTankand Jedwa.

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back with a new episode of The Cardback Cafe Podcast.The guys continue to gush over the MAFEX Into the Spider-Verse line as they've both put money down on a certain pre-order. Despite Comic Con being over that hasn't stopped the news from coming in as they break down new reveals from Beast Kingdom and Hot Toys as well as new pre-orders for Diamond Select's Last Airbender line and multiple new Mattel WWE releases. Oh and how could we forget the resurrection of Toys R Us!With so much talk about Import figures over the last few weeks there is also a bit of rambling regarding the pros and cons of collecting import figures.All that and more in another episode packed with terrific toy talk. So grab a hot cup of coffee, pull of a seat, kick up your feet and enjoy this week's episode of the Cardback Cafe Podcast.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC and you find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTankand Jedwa.

Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards are back with a new episode of The Cardback Cafe Podcast and for our second ever show we have so much to cover because San Diego Comic Con brought with it all shorts of tasty new toy reveals.It's a Comic Con special as we talk about all our favourite reveals from the show including new stuff on it's way from WWE, Marvel Legends, NECA, McFarlane, MAFEX and more.There is so much to talk about so make sure to grab yourself a hot cup of coffee as we dive deep into all the fantastic new reveals that came out of Comic Con 2019.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC and you find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTankand Jedwa.

Welcome to the pilot episode of The Cardback Cafe Podcast in which Frank Soldato and Jeff Edwards sit back and chat toys.In the first of what we hope will be many episodes join us as we breakdown some of the latest news including a life-size muppet, new TMNT figures and some SDCC exclusives. The guys also spotlight some of their favourite figures including an NXT Superstar from the Elite Series and everyone's favourite giant, radioactive lizard.To cap it all off the guys will think outside of the box and discuss the newest season of Stranger Things as well as their shared love of all things David Harbour.All that and a lot more can be found with The Cardback Cafe so take a seat, kick your feet up and enjoy the first episode.Be sure to follow us on Twitter @CardbackC and you find us both Frank and Jeff (with their collections) on GEMR as SinatraTheTankand Jedwa.