Podcasts about Hasbro

What's up, dudes? It's a re-release of a minisode full of ‘80s nostalgia. In this case I'm talking all my favorite toys, most of which I got for Christmas! My top 6 toylines (later 7) are included, plus a bunch of secondary and tertiary lines that filled up my toy chest! There are so many I left off, but I still wanted to dig into as many as I could. So grab your favorite playset, pick out your very best figures, and battle to this episode!Figure RealmGive us a buzz! Send a text, dudes!Check us out on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Totally Rad Christmas Mall & Arcade, Teepublic.com, or TotallyRadChristmas.com! Later, dudes!

On this episode of the Smugglers' Galaxy Podcast, Glen and Jason report on all the fun from the Georgia Alliance of Star Wars Collectors (GASWC) Winter Social. They cover the gift exchange, the chili and mac-and-cheese contest, and Jason's big 2026 collecting predictions called Force Cubes. You'll feel like you were right there!Plus, the guys dive into the latest Hasbro action figure reveals for the Vintage Collection (TVC), Retro Collection, and Black Series. Jason shares his awesome finds from Ross! The Force Awakens turns 10, and Finally, get ready for the Rogue Fun II: Fun and Villainy panel announcement (tickets are selling fast now!).

What started as a passion for wrestling figures turned into one of the most exciting retro toy lines in the game today — and on this special bonus episode of The FigGuys, we sit down with Jason and Leo, the brothers and minds behind Title Run Toys .Recorded in an intimate, behind-the-curtain conversation, this episode dives deep into the origin story of Title Run Toys — from a dad's getaway trip that sparked the idea, to the late-night decision to bet on themselves and build a fully self-funded retro wrestling figure company from the ground up. Jason and Leo share how their love for Hasbros, classic wrestling, and filling long-ignored gaps in collections led to the creation of a line that's resonating with collectors worldwide.We talk about the early challenges of launching an indie toy company, the leap of faith required to sign talent before having a full production team in place, and how feedback from the collector community helped shape the evolution from Series One into a more refined, confident Series Two. The guys break down the creative process behind sculpting, card art, paint applications, and why listening — really listening — to fans has been key to their growth.This episode also covers some huge highlights: • The philosophy behind filling holes in retro collections • Signing talent fans never thought would get figures • The engineering leap from Series One to Series Two • The reveal and status of the Jumping Bomb Angels • The meaning behind the Run-In Series (in-stock surprise drops) • Why Adrian Adonis has become one of their fastest-selling releases • Their worldwide distribution strategy that keeps shipping affordable for international collectors • Dream signings, licensing realities, and what the future could hold for Title Run ToysBeyond the figures themselves, this conversation is about wrestling fandom, family, nostalgia, and why wrestling — and wrestling figures — mean so much more than plastic on a shelf. It's about moments, memories, and creating something that connects generations of fans.If you're a retro collector, a Hasbro fan, or someone who loves hearing the real stories behind the brands shaping the hobby, this is an episode you don't want to miss.

Send us a textIT'S FINALLY BACK!  A new #KOTOR game will be released!  Maybe not a sequel or prequel to the games we've loved and adored for so long.  However, it's an #OldRepublic game none-the-less!  As it was put, a "spiritual successor to Knights of the Old Republic". Come join Mike, from DetBlock, as he reacts to the first official #teaser #trailer for the game!Following watching it twice, he moves on to the other newly announced game that released a trailer, Star Wars: Galactic Racer! He reacts to that one as well as he watches it twice.#StarWars #FateOfTheOldRepublic #GalacticRacer #Jedi #Sith #Rebel #Empire #Republic #Force #cosplay #lightsaber #toy #nerd #geek #photography #tv #film #gamer #comic #book #movie #scifi #LucasFilm #scifi #knightsoftheoldrepublic #playstation #xbox #pcgaming Social Media Handles:TikTok: @DetBlockAA23Twitter: @DetBlockAA23PodInstagram: detention_block_aa_23FB Group: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars PodcastYouTube: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars #PodcastDon't forget to #SUBSCRIBE to our #YouTube channel for #podcast episodes and other content! #Prize #giveaway at 200 subs! Goal = 500!Sponsors:Under Pressure #BrewingGolden Valley, MNMirror Twin BrewingLexington, KYSource: #Comics & #GamesRoseville, MNStar Wars ComicsStar Wars Games: X-Wing & Armada strategy games; Star Wars: Legion strategy #gameTwin Cities Geek - Magazine & Online #CommunityMy Star Wars Life - FB Group (Join Now!)

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Send us a textIT'S FINALLY BACK!  A new #KOTOR game will be released!  Maybe not a sequel or prequel to the games we've loved and adored for so long.  However, it's an #OldRepublic game none-the-less!  As it was put, a "spiritual successor to Knights of the Old Republic". Come join Mike, from DetBlock, as he reacts to the first official #teaser #trailer for the game!Following watching it twice, he moves on to the other newly announced game that released a trailer, Star Wars: Galactic Racer! He reacts to that one as well as he watches it twice.#StarWars #FateOfTheOldRepublic #GalacticRacer #Jedi #Sith #Rebel #Empire #Republic #Force #cosplay #lightsaber #toy #nerd #geek #photography #tv #film #gamer #comic #book #movie #scifi #LucasFilm #scifi #knightsoftheoldrepublic #playstation #xbox #pcgaming Social Media Handles:TikTok: @DetBlockAA23Twitter: @DetBlockAA23PodInstagram: detention_block_aa_23FB Group: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars PodcastYouTube: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars #PodcastDon't forget to #SUBSCRIBE to our #YouTube channel for #podcast episodes and other content! #Prize #giveaway at 200 subs! Goal = 500!Sponsors:Under Pressure #BrewingGolden Valley, MNMirror Twin BrewingLexington, KYSource: #Comics & #GamesRoseville, MNStar Wars ComicsStar Wars Games: X-Wing & Armada strategy games; Star Wars: Legion strategy #gameTwin Cities Geek - Magazine & Online #CommunityMy Star Wars Life - FB Group (Join Now!)

While collecting the Rivals Editions, a Hasbro game called Pictureka came up. Turns out, this 2006 game by designers Glenn D'Hondt, Arne Lauwers, and Sylvia Meert, two of which also did the artwork, fits the profile of what I am researching. It has multiple versions, including a card game, a Kube game (not dice), and even a few Intellectual Properties thrown in for good measure.What struck me was, I had never heard of this game, and it is almost 20 years old, and I did not recognize the box art once I looked into it.In Pictureka, you and your opponents race to find things in the very busy tiles that make up the board. The game's tagline is: Find it Fast! Find it First! I procured both the original game and the Rivals Edition, to see what I had been missing.Directing people to the get the games tab

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Send us a textThe DetBlock Crew brings you all of their insight and opinions about episodes 7 - 9 of the new #StarWars #Visions volume 3 found on #Disney  +.  There will be #SPOILERS within the episode, so you've been warned!  The views and thoughts expressed are very fresh as they watched the episode right before coming on to talk to all of you!Furthermore, the Crew talk about the recent accusations from a fan filmmaker, who created the short film "Dark Jedi", towards #88Pictures for plagiarizing their film in the episode "The Bandits of Golak", from Volume 2 of Visions.  If you haven't seen the comparisons... yah... there's no way the fight scene wasn't stolen.  Come hear the DetBlock Crew's thoughts.Social Media Handles:TikTok: @DetBlockAA23Twitter: @DetBlockAA23PodInstagram: detention_block_aa_23FB Group: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars PodcastYouTube: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars #PodcastDon't forget to #SUBSCRIBE to our #YouTube channel for #podcast episodes and other content! #Prize #giveaway at 200 subs! Goal = 500!Sponsors:Under Pressure #BrewingGolden Valley, MNMirror Twin BrewingLexington, KYSource: #Comics & #GamesRoseville, MNStar Wars ComicsStar Wars Games: X-Wing & Armada strategy games; Star Wars: Legion strategy #gameTwin Cities Geek - Magazine & Online #CommunityMy Star Wars Life - FB Group (Join Now!)

Send us a textThe DetBlock Crew brings you all of their insight and opinions about episodes 7 - 9 of the new #StarWars #Visions volume 3 found on #Disney  +.  There will be #SPOILERS within the episode, so you've been warned!  The views and thoughts expressed are very fresh as they watched the episode right before coming on to talk to all of you!Furthermore, the Crew talk about the recent accusations from a fan filmmaker, who created the short film "Dark Jedi", towards #88Pictures for plagiarizing their film in the episode "The Bandits of Golak", from Volume 2 of Visions.  If you haven't seen the comparisons... yah... there's no way the fight scene wasn't stolen.  Come hear the DetBlock Crew's thoughts.Social Media Handles:TikTok: @DetBlockAA23Twitter: @DetBlockAA23PodInstagram: detention_block_aa_23FB Group: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars PodcastYouTube: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars #PodcastDon't forget to #SUBSCRIBE to our #YouTube channel for #podcast episodes and other content! #Prize #giveaway at 200 subs! Goal = 500!Sponsors:Under Pressure #BrewingGolden Valley, MNMirror Twin BrewingLexington, KYSource: #Comics & #GamesRoseville, MNStar Wars ComicsStar Wars Games: X-Wing & Armada strategy games; Star Wars: Legion strategy #gameTwin Cities Geek - Magazine & Online #CommunityMy Star Wars Life - FB Group (Join Now!)

In Folge 94, wird es wild. Wir springen von einem zum anderem Thema, verlieren aber nicht den Fokus auf das wesentliche und zwar Popkultur. Es geht um Star Wars, sowie die neusten Actionfiguren News von Hasbro, McFarlane und Co. Marc hat sich Masters of the Universe gekauft und Janis zieht es mal wieder nach Schottland. Der neue Podcast mit Marc auf Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isla_nublar_fm/ Figurbetont Podcast Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/figurbetontpodcast/ https://www.instagram.com/figurbetont_podcast/ https://www.youtube.com/@comictoyhunter Dieser Podcast wird in Kooperation mit heo Media produziert. https://www.heo.com/de/de https://www.youtube.com/c/heoMedia https://www.facebook.com/heoGroup https://www.instagram.com/heogroup/ heo Media Podcast: Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/meister-des-universums-m%C3%A4nner-die-auf-katzen-reiten/id1720961603?uo=4 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1vuluI0oZTp83vsn5caH4s YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLobTR3sC6P74j46ICtL_QFPWiUP8xYZjT Choking Hazard TV: https://www.youtube.com/@CHOKINGHAZARD2024 Unsere Musik wurde produziert von: ALEX SAENDA : https://www.instagram.com/saendazone/ WHT?! : https://www.instagram.com/wht_offiziell/ Beverly Hills (official Video) : https://youtu.be/3twCsbKzepU Alexander Lück Musikproduzent/Komponist c/o Chaos Compressor Club Oelkersallee 43 22789 Hamburg #FigurbetontPodcast #NerdTalk #PopKultur #Collectibles #Toys #Kidault #videospiele

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PlayStation's X-Men: Mutant Academy dropped in 2000… and two decades later, we're still talking about it! We've got the game's producer, Jay Halderman, in the studio to answer every question we've held onto for 20+ years!

Mezco Toyz' pricey One:12 Collective Ninja Turtles action figures are a Shining example of why NECA is still King of Turtle Mountain. Plus, My Little… Phony? Is this potential Hasbro haul “un-herd” of or will “everypony” be disappointed with how this tale ends? And, for that price, Hasbro could at least give you head that looks like Andrew Garfield for their new Amazing Spider-Man Marvel Legends. It's The Reluctant Adult Podcast.  Email TheReluctantAdultPodcast@gmail.com TikTok @TheReluctantAdultPodcast Instagram @TheReluctantAdultPodcast Facebook The Reluctant Adult Podcast YouTube The Reluctant Adult Podcast Paul's eBay Auctions Save 10% with code RAP101 at New Meta Save and get Free Shipping from Entertainment Earth

Its here! ThisWeekInGeek's annual Holiday Gift Guide for 2025!Mike The Birdman & Alex The Producer share their picks and discuss why they make great gifts. TWIG Crew members Ken and JT pop in to give a few picks of their own as well! So come join us for a great mix of gift ideas!This year we have a lot of gift ideas to share so we are including a link to a PDF list of our picks with direct links to each so you can have easy access. Think of it like a Christmas list from when you were a kid!Feel free to download a PDF of the guide links: https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/9o6s3idhj8f2rkddyfs5t/TWIG-2025-Holiday-Gift-Guide-Show-Notes-Links.pdf?rlkey=be7rtmgran7jou69eqe9ii8db&st=3pgzwtop&dl=0Thanks to all the great companies and people that sent us items for review and gift guide consideration!Show Notes:Your Geekmasters:Mike "The Birdman" - https://bsky.app/profile/birdmanguelph.bsky.socialAlex "The Producer" - https://bsky.app/profile/dethphasetwig.bsky.socialFeedback for the show?:Email: feedback@thisweekingeek.netTwitter: https://twitter.com/thisweekingeekBluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/thisweekingeek.netSubscribe to our feed: https://www.spreaker.com/show/3571037/episodes/feediTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-week-in-geek/id215643675Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Lit2bzebJXMTIv7j7fkqqWebsite: https://www.thisweekingeek.netDecember 8, 2025

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Tonight, we're diving deep into a topic that has every collector's wallet sweating: TOY REISSUES! Are they a blessing for new collectors looking to fill holes in their display, or are they killing the secondary market for long-time fans?The guys break down how companies like #Hasbro are constantly re-releasing figures—sometimes even on the exact same card—and what that does to the value of rare figures (RIP those $2,000 Ahsoka figures).In this episode, we talk about:• The #MarvelLegends Retro line re-release of #Kingpin, #Rhino, and #CaptainAmerica.• The true meaning of a "reissue" vs. a "re-imagining" (looking at you, #JurassicPark Hammond Collection).• Why big toy companies are leaning on nostalgia and re-molds instead of making new lines for modern movies.• The future of the toy world, including the rise of K-pop, #Labubu, and the unstoppable, eternal power of #HotWheels.• The painful truth that kids don't really play with action figures anymore.• We want to know what YOU think! Is a reissue an automatic PASS or an instant BUY for your collection? Which re-release made you mad? Let us know in the comments below!

We're diving into Wiccan: Witches' Road by Wyatt Kennedy and artist Andy Pereira and breaking down Billy Kaplan's entire journey from Scarlet Witch's son to Emperor Hulkling's royal sorcerer. 

Here are some things the big companies shouldn't be doing. Making previous exclusives non-exclusives just to sell stock. Asking about forums when they're not delivering what people are asking for. Trying to mimic that crazy era of the '90s color schemes on modern toys. Worst of all, creating something that most people would love, but making it so expensive that no one buys it.

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Get ready for the latest news from the galaxy far, far away!On this must-listen episode, hosts Glen and Jason tackle the stories everyone is talking about:The Theft Accusation: An independent filmmaker claims a Star Wars Visions short stole their work. We break down the controversy and what it means for Lucasfilm.What's Happening with Lando? We discuss Donald Glover's recent health scare and we speculate why it has ignited the online rumor mill about the future of the highly anticipated Lando movie.Hasbro's History Problem: Did a major toy company just destroy its own priceless Star Wars history?Game-Changing Rewrites: Shawn Levy recently discussed the dramatic third-act rewrite for his movie, Star Wars: Starfighter.Musical Secrets Revealed: Find out who is scoring the mysterious new Shawn Levy Star Wars project.PLUS: In a massive reveal for any true fan, we dedicate the final segment to a thorough breakdown of everything we've learned about George Lucas' original treatment for Star Wars: Episode VII—it's not what you think!Don't miss the only Star Wars news podcast that digs deep and pulls no punches!

Although Marvel Legends just had their team up with Kith, we thought we would come up with some more team ups that Hasbro could do to get some more interesting Marvel comics characters into fans hands.

Interview Date: July 14th, 2025Episode Summary:Eden Shabtai shares how a kid from a tiny Israeli kibbutz—obsessed with MTV and training in ballet and modern—willed her way into New York's scene and eventually L.A.'s major stages. She opens up about the unglamorous decade of artist development, underpaid gigs, and nonstop outreach that built the foundation for her “overnight” break assisting on Chris Brown's Loyal, leading to major award shows and TV. A six-month backpacking trip through India reshaped her idea of success, while the O-1 visa process taught ruthless persistence. Eden also speaks candidly about receiving an aggressive breast-cancer diagnosis while five months pregnant, undergoing chemo with cold-cap treatments, and protecting her peace by avoiding toxic workrooms.Creatively, Eden explains why she builds choreography live in the studio—feeding off dancers and music—and why energy, individuality, and attitude matter more than stacked résumés. Listeners will gain insight into using social media strategically, differences between NYC training and L.A. work volume, how to stand out in auditions (presence, styling, quick adjustments), and the mindset that sustains a career: humility, resilience, and community.Shownotes:(0:00) – Welcome and guest introduction(8:20) – Early roots: ballet, modern, MTV influence(13:53) – India trip reframes success and happiness(15:24) – Visa grind: persistence, evidence, good lawyer(18:53) – Moving to L.A.: training vs. booking realities(21:08) – Breakthrough: assisting on “Loyal”(26:44) – Favorite projects: BET 2014, Fleur East(29:31) – Cancer while pregnant: resilience and boundaries(42:05) – Creative process: energy-first choreography(51:19) – What makes dancers stand outBiography:Originally from a kibbutz in northern Israel, Eden began training in ballet and modern at age 7. With no formal hip-hop classes available at the time, she learned by watching MTV. Determined to pursue dance professionally, she left home at 16 to study at a specialized dance school. After serving in the IDF, she spent six transformative months traveling India before moving to New York City to chase her dream.In NYC, Eden trained at Broadway Dance Center and quickly became a sought-after teacher for over 150 young students while choreographing for up-and-coming artists. Realizing her long-term goals required a move west, she relocated to Los Angeles in 2010.Since then, Eden has worked across NBC, ABC, BET, FOX, CBS, VH1, CW, and MTV. Her credits include the VMAs, Grammys, Billboard Awards, Dancing with the Stars, iHeart Radio Awards, BET Awards, Soul Train Awards, X Factor, The Ellen Show, James Corden, American Idol, Jimmy Kimmel, Jimmy Fallon, and more. She has choreographed campaigns for Hasbro, Office Max, Office Depot, HEB, and Clark's.Eden has worked with artists including Chris Brown, Ariana Grande, Demi Lovato, Pitbull, Ava Max, Jason Derulo, Enrique Iglesias, Jamie Foxx, Ne-Yo, Lil Wayne, Marc Anthony, Flo-Rida, Brandy, Omarion, Miguel, Pia Mia, Little Mix, Sevyn Streeter, No Doubt, Snoop Dogg, Kehlani, Janelle Monáe, Fleur East, Priyanka Chopra, Machine Gun Kelly, Tinashe, WizKid, Serayah, DJ Snake, Hardwell, YungBlud, Jack & Jack, and many more.In 2017 Eden served as a Judge/Mentor on a new Israeli dance competition series, where she became the winning mentor. Today she works as a choreographer, artistic director, artist developer, and consultant—living by her belief that with hard work, mental strength, and determination, anything is possible.Connect:Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/theedengarden/Website – https://edenshabtai.com/

Black Friday has come and gone and although there are still deals to be had, you likely won't find good ones when it comes to Star Wars merchandise. Even sites that sell branded shirts put their merch on sale BEFORE Thanksgiving and most (I won't say all) ended those sales at midnight Eastern or Pacific in the states when Friday came to a close.Still, we DO have your Star Wars news from the month of November, including notes on Jeremy Allen White, Shawn Levy, Rosario Dawson, Rory McCann, and that's just regarding live action projects at Lucasfilm. There are a couple of gaming updates that will come in December pre-Christmas, and collectors have their share of Hasbro and LEGO news.Feel free to take part in contributing ideas and commenting on our podcasts on YouTube, on Spotify, on Facebook, through Amazon's podcast portal, or even on Discord. May the Force be with us!

With the close of the made to order Hasbro Marvel Legends Apocalypse, we thought we should talk about how Hasbro could build excitement with other related Marvel comics characters.

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Welcome back Pauper fam! This week Cameron and Thomas sat down with returning guest (and Common Ground Cup 2 Champion) Zach Geraets to discuss how Hasbro and WotC's relationship with Magic and design has changed over the last few years and what that means for Pauper and the Magic community at large. It's a wide-ranging conversation that we hope you'll find insightful. We're thankful for our amazing community of listeners and the Pauper community at-large so thank you as always for listening!Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/kdvSavFkpzCheck out our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@CommonGroundMTGVideos Referenced in the Episode:-Bans Don't Matter (Blood Artist): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bxolLDBupp0-Why Magic is How it Is in 2025 and Why Everything Changed (MTGGoldfish): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sNNqz6qNwOoThe 3rd Common Ground Cup ($2k Pauper Tournament) - Saturday January 31st @ Game Knight, Columbia TN: https://topdeck.gg/event/the-3rd-common-ground-cupNashville-Area Thursday Pauper League @ Middle TN Gaming in Bellevue: https://www.facebook.com/p/Middle-Tennessee-Gaming-61567309793600/Any questions or feedback for us? Email us at: commongroundmtgpod@gmail.comhttps://twitter.com/CamPlaysMagichttps://twitter.com/Hippo_1124Thomas' BlueSky: @thomasdoesalot.bsky.social Hippo's BlueSky: @hippo2112.bsky.social 

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Send us a text*Jump to around the 29 minute mark if you want to get right into Visions talk!The DetBlock Crew brings you all of their insight and opinions about episodes 4 - 6 of the new #StarWars #Visions volume 3 found on #Disney  +.  There will be #SPOILERS within the episode, so you've been warned!  The views and thoughts expressed are very fresh as they watched the episode right before coming on to talk to all of you!Of course... Leslye Headland and The #Acolyte are back in the Star Wars news again.  This time, Headland talks about how her show was "always a major risk" and alluding to it being at a disadvantage to other Star Wars, like Tony Gilroy's #Andor, due to having less content and story already built for the era.  Umm... what did #GeorgeLucas have to work off of from the start?  No... good storytellers write good stores whether they have pre-existing content or not.  Listen as the Crew delves into this a bit as well.Happy #birthday to Bogie! His birthday was the day before we recorded and then the guys talk through some upcoming plans to celebrate the coming weekend.Social Media Handles:TikTok: @DetBlockAA23Twitter: @DetBlockAA23PodInstagram: detention_block_aa_23FB Group: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars PodcastYouTube: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars #PodcastDon't forget to #SUBSCRIBE to our #YouTube channel for #podcast episodes and other content! #Prize #giveaway at 200 subs! Goal = 500!Sponsors:Under Pressure #BrewingGolden Valley, MNMirror Twin BrewingLexington, KYSource: #Comics & #GamesRoseville, MNStar Wars ComicsStar Wars Games: X-Wing & Armada strategy games; Star Wars: Legion strategy #gameTwin Cities Geek - Magazine & Online #CommunityMy Star Wars Life - FB Group (Join Now!)

This week, we're talking about the big brands you'll be seeing this Christmas: #Funko, #Hasbro, and #Mattel. We look at their recent sales performance and break down what it means for YOU, the collector, as you plan your holiday shopping and budget. Are the big companies creating a must-buy toy aisle, or is it a sign to hold off?The main event: Funko. Their future looks shaky to some, and we debate whether the mass production of Funko Pops is heading for the same fate as the Beanie Babies craze. Is your collection value at risk?Plus, we get hyped about the return of standalone Toys R Us stores and what that could mean for finding those rare holiday exclusives!Join us every Sunday night for a new podcast topic and every Wednesday night for our "Wins and Wiffs" episode!0:00 Intro0:06:20 The Main Topic: Funko, Hasbro & Mattel Financials0:09:12 Funko Stock0:17:21 Hasbro's Revenue Growth vs. Mattel's Sales Decline0:20:42 Mattel's Limited Toy Stock Strategy vs. Hasbro's Oversupply0:23:00 Toys R Us is Back & Holiday Toy Sales0:29:33 Debate: Is the Funko Pop Craze Dying?0:32:00 The Beanie Babies Parallel0:34:04 The Bizarre Buc-ee's Gas Station Diversion#FunkoPops, #FunkoStock, #toycollectors, #vintagetoys #holidaytoys #ToysRUs, #ToyCollecting, #CollectibleNews, #ActionFigures, #FiveIdiotsTalkingToys, #FITT-----------------------

Get ready for a massive wave of nostalgia! We're breaking down the three biggest pop culture comebacks of 2025: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, G.I. Joe, and Transformers! Which classic franchise will dominate the box office and toy aisles this year? Detail, Analysis & Secondary Keywords] In this full-length deep dive, we analyze the current state of 80s and 90s reboots and why these three titans of geek culture are making such a huge return in 2025. Turtles Talk: We look at the new TMNT movie, its animation style, voice cast, and how it connects to the legacy of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles films and cartoons. Are the Heroes in a Half Shell finally getting the treatment they deserve? G.I. Joe Gear-Up: The latest G.I. Joe projects are heating up! We discuss the rumors surrounding the live-action movie, new Classified Series toy lines, and whether the Real American Heroes can capture a new generation of fans. Cobra! Transformers Transformed: With a new movie on the horizon and massive success from the Hasbro toy lines, we explore the new direction for the Autobots and Decepticons. Is this the best time to be a Transformers fan since the 1980s? We compare the new projects to Generation 1 and the Michael Bay era.

Who doesn't love the goofiness of a Python Patrol Serpentor? Maybe a spatchcocked (thanks Brink) chicken gun with an 8-track tape is more your thing? How about a guy with an engine on his back and wheels for hands and feet? No, I'm not talking about Turbo Teen. The only thing new for Star Wars is old. Talk about pricing people out. Something that went for $35 15 years ago is now $99. Or, the identical thing with a much smaller release was $10 less a year ago.

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When Sharon Price John was a kid, she spent a summer determined to climb a massive tree. After several falls, she reached the top, only to realize she didn't know how to get down. As darkness fell, she jumped into the pine needles below and learned a lasting lesson: tough goals can be fun. Years later, that same mindset guided her as CEO of Build-A-Bear Workshop, a company that was $49 million in the red. Instead of retreating, she climbed again, leading one of retail's greatest comebacks. In this episode, Sharon shares how to face fear with curiosity, lead with heart, and use storytelling to spark transformation in business and life. Sharon Price John is the President and CEO of Build-A-Bear Workshop, where she led one of retail's most inspiring turnarounds. She is also the author of Stories & Heart and Chair of the Toy Association. In this episode, Ilana and Sharon discuss (00:00) Introduction (02:17) The Truth Behind Every “Overnight” Success (03:53) The Tree That Taught Her Courage (07:16) Breaking Into Advertising (13:49) Climbing the Ladder at Mattel (19:41) When Her Startup Collapsed (28:55) Leading a Turnaround When Everything Seems Lost (32:44) The One Rule Every Great Leader Lives By (33:40) Avoiding the Mistakes That Cost You Most (38:12) The Strategy That Saved Build-A-Bear (50:57) Leading With Courage and Clarity Through Crisis(01:04:33) Storytelling as the Heart of Great Leadership Sharon Price John has served as President and CEO of Build-A-Bear Workshop since 2013, leading the brand from a $49 million loss to record profitability. Before Build-A-Bear, she held senior roles at Hasbro, Mattel, and Stride Rite Children's Group, earning a reputation as a turnaround expert. Sharon is the author of Stories & Heart and serves on the boards of Jack in the Box and First Book. She is also Chair of the Toy Association.  Connect with Sharon: Sharon's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sharon-price-john-26239820 Sharon's Website: storiesandheart.com Resources Mentioned: Sharon's Book, Stories & Heart: Unlock the Power of Personal Stories to Create a Life You Love: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1950863441 First Book: https://firstbook.org Build-A-Bear Workshop: https://www.buildabear.com  Leap Academy: Ready to make the LEAP in your career? There is a NEW WAY for professionals to fast-track their careers and leap to bigger opportunities. Check out our free training today at https://bit.ly/leap--free-training

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ATTENTION USERS! The Hasbro HasLab Tron project needs YOUR help! We're joined by Hasbro Programs Steve Evans and Chris Reiff to talk all about the 1982-inspired ENCOM project — Tron: Heroes of the Grid — and everything that went into the Hasbro 375 centerpiece for Tron collectors. You have until 11:59p ET on November 24th to back the Tron: Heroes of the Grid—what are YOU waiting for? https://www.hasbropulse.com/product/G35465L00Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

KITH your money goodbye! The acronymic apparel brand brings Hasbro and Jada Toys together to make the ugliest Marvel vs. Capcom toys since ToyBiz. Plus, the most influential creators in our hobby aren't tariff-fied to jump into the already crowded independent toy market. And Paramount cancels Tales of the TMNT, meanwhile while Mondo is soliciting a $250 1/6 scale Donatello action figure. Won't somebody please think of the children… and their poor parents! It's The Reluctant Adult Podcast. Email TheReluctantAdultPodcast@gmail.com TikTok @TheReluctantAdultPodcast Instagram @TheReluctantAdultPodcast Facebook The Reluctant Adult Podcast YouTube The Reluctant Adult Podcast Paul's eBay Auctions Save 10% with code RAP101 at New Meta Save and get Free Shipping from Entertainment Earth

Send us a textThe DetBlock Crew brings you all of their insight and opinions about episodes 1 - 3 of the new #StarWars #Visions volume 3 found on #Disney +.  There will be #SPOILERS within the episode, so you've been warned!  The views and thoughts expressed are very fresh as they watched the episode right before coming on to talk to all of you!On top of that, they talk a little #StarTrek, a little #LEGO, and some other news around the announcement of a #spinoff continuation series from the #NinthJedi episodes of Visions.#Jedi #Sith #Rebel #Empire #Republic #Force #cosplay #lightsaber #toy #nerd #geek #photography #tv #film #gamer #comic #book #movie #scifi #LucasFilm Social Media Handles:TikTok: @DetBlockAA23Twitter: @DetBlockAA23PodInstagram: detention_block_aa_23FB Group: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars PodcastYouTube: Detention Block AA-23: A Star Wars #PodcastDon't forget to #SUBSCRIBE to our #YouTube channel for #podcast episodes and other content! #Prize #giveaway at 200 subs! Goal = 500!Sponsors:Under Pressure #BrewingGolden Valley, MNMirror Twin BrewingLexington, KYSource: #Comics & #GamesRoseville, MNStar Wars ComicsStar Wars Games: X-Wing & Armada strategy games; Star Wars: Legion strategy #gameTwin Cities Geek - Magazine & Online #CommunityMy Star Wars Life - FB Group (Join Now!)

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As Edward and I have worked our way through various variants of mainstream, mass market games, we have found some gems and some stinkers. Yet, we have not slowed down. The latest game to reach the table was 2010's Sorry! Spin, by Hasbro.Sorry! debuted back in 1929, making it darn near 100 years old. Now that is some staying power. Sorry is one of many variations on the same mechanics and gameplay in games like India's 4 AD Pachisi, the Westernized Parcheesi, 1962's Aggravation (with the marbles instead of pawns), 1965's Trouble with the Pop-O-Matic, and the like.Sorry has many different variants out there, and hopefully with your support, Edward and I will be able to procure more of them. With Spin, the game board is a series of gears that rotate, or spin, affecting the gameplay and decision making. Believe it or not, we got The Daughter and The Wife to sit down with us and play. Let's see how it went.Directing people to the get the games tab

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​​*Thank you to Jim Hall for the music! Check out more of his music⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and if you like what you hear, please consider donating to support his work⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠!*Thank you to Jim Tandberg for the Frankenstein's Podcast artwork!*Shoutout to our Patreon Producer(s), Luke Johnson, Andy Groth, Jake Kohl & Joe Mischo!⁠⁠⁠Support us on Patreon!⁠Featured Guest:At eight years old, hiding beneath couch cushions during his first viewing of Jaws, Preston knew he wanted to tell stories that made people feel something powerful. Now based in Los Angeles, he's directed award-winning films, commercials, and music videos, produced work for brands like Hasbro and Marvel, and continues to craft immersive experiences that blend nostalgia, humor, and heart. He also makes a mean wood-fired pizza.References:How They Made the Shark in Jaws (and Why We Don't See It Very Much) - NBC InsiderWhat Jaws gets wrong about great white sharks - Natural History MuseumHow Jaws Influenced Shark Perception - Shark StewardsThe Best Legs of Chicago podcastPluribus (Apple TV)Broadcast Signal Intrusion (2021)Night of the Hunter (1955)

A new annual campaign is launching December 1st... We bring you all the exciting details and get the conversation started! So, examine you Star Wars Black Series collection, think about what figure or creature or even a figure that desperately needs an update and let's start to compile a list of your top 12 figures we want made! Hasbro is listening! PLUS of course we will bring all the latest updates, news and rumors from the Vintage Collection and Micro Galaxy Squadron, which there is something brewing big time for!!! It's a great time to be a Star Wars collector! Episode 44 Sarlacc Digest Podcast Discord: https://discord.gg/FQWEEra77C If you are interested in being a Patreon we will be indebted to you... https://www.patreon.com/sarlaccdigestpodcast Grab Merchandise Here: https://www.teepublic.com/user/sarlacc-digest-store For all your action figure stand needs and more: http://www.toschestationemporium.com use promo code for 10% off!: sarlaccdigestpodcast Formerly Tosche Station Emporium Youtube: Moocher's 3D Printing Lab: https://www.youtube.com/@Moochers3dprintinglab Check out Tommy at: https://www.youtube.com/@BlitzTransmissions Black Series Most wanted: https://www.instagram.com/blackseriesmostwanted/ Check out Alex at: https://www.youtube.com/@ShadoweKnowsNetwork Cube Squadron: https://www.instagram.com/p/DPquG4GDQTK/ Intro Music By: Michael Patsos Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patsosm Contact us at: sarlaccdigestpodcast@gmail.com #starwarsfans #starwarsnews #starwarspodcast #sarlaccdigestpodcast

Hasbro's TRON Haslab is on a collision course with history. With only two weeks left to fund the project, will it become the lowest-backed Haslab since Cookie Monster? Plus, is the collectibles bubble about to Pop? Funko admits their days may be numbered lower than a Comic-Con exclusive. And, the Power Ranges and Godzilla team up for what may be the most logical crossover since Alien vs. Predator. It's The Reluctant Adult Podcast. Email TheReluctantAdultPodcast@gmail.com TikTok @TheReluctantAdultPodcast Instagram @TheReluctantAdultPodcast Facebook The Reluctant Adult Podcast YouTube The Reluctant Adult Podcast Paul's eBay Auctions Save 10% with code RAP101 at New Meta Save and get Free Shipping from Entertainment Earth

President Trump announced a deal on Thursday that will lower the cost of some weight loss drugs for certain eligible Americans. CBS News medical contributor Dr. Celine Gounder explains the details of the deal and how much Americans can expect to pay. Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland died by suicide on Thursday. Officials say Kneeland, 24, shot himself after a short police chase. CBS News' Jason Allen reports. A beloved doctor and his family were murdered in their California home. A manhunt led to the arrest of a suspect investigators say was a career con man. "48 Hours" correspondent Natalie Morales reports. "KPop Demon Hunters" has been streamed more than 325 million times since its summer debut. But despite its massive fandom, the merchandise has been slow to roll out. Major toymakers Mattel and Hasbro only came on board after the movie's breakout success. In the series "Kindness 101," Steve Hartman revisits a story from 2020 to reflect on what he learned during a humbling afternoon on the hockey rink. TORO, the mascot for the Houston Texans, is being inducted into the Mascot Hall of Fame. Andrew Johnson is the man behind the costume, who chose his career path in the 5th grade and trains like an athlete for his game day role. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

From 2 Chainz to $500K in Donations — Charlie Jabaley “Delusional” Blueprint for MiraclesBefore the cameras even started rolling, Charlie Jabaley told David Shands something unforgettable:“Something huge is going to happen today.”That moment set the tone for a conversation about faith, delusion, and undeniable action.Charlie breaks down how he manifested a half-million-dollar Hasbro deal, turned a Christmas sweater with 2 Chainz into a $2.1 million viral brand, and why he believes the craziest people often make the biggest impact.This is the real story behind The Most Delusional Man in the Room — how confidence, creativity, and a little bit of “crazy” turned dreams into tangible wins.

James Gunn Seemingly Addresses A Potential Exit From DC Studios! On today's episode of The Kristian Harloff Show, we break down the latest reports surrounding James Gunn and the future of DC Studios following Warner Bros. Discovery's sale announcement. What could this mean for the DCU's long-term plans — and will Gunn stay on board? Plus, new Star Wars rumors are swirling! Reports claim the Rey movie has been put on hold while a long-delayed Star Wars spin-off might finally return to development. We also discuss the surprising reveal that David Fincher was once developing a Star Wars movie post–Rise of Skywalker that ultimately fell through. And in animation news, Hasbro is officially bringing “GI Joe” and “Transformers” together in an all-new animated crossover event! Topics include: James Gunn Seemingly Addresses A Potential Exit From DC Studios Following WBD Sale Announcement RUMOR: As Rey Movie Is Put On Hold, A Long-Delayed Star Wars Spin-off May Be Back On The Table David Fincher Was Also Developing a Star Wars Movie Post–Rise of Skywalker That Ultimately Fell Through GI Joe & Transformers Animated Crossover Set Sponsors: RUGIET:  Ready to level up your confidence in the bedroom? Head to http://www.rugiet.com and use my promo code KRISTIAN for 15% off your first order. Upgrade your wardrobe and save on @trueclassic at http://www.trueclassic.com/KRISTIAN! #trueclassicpod Head to http://www.Strawberry.com/KRISTIAN to claim a special offer and get started. That's Strawberry dot M-E slash KRISTIAN. Stop settling. Start building the career you actually want.