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AFOLs Welcome Podcast - Episode Details In this weeks episode West and Grinch pitch each other their picks for the next Lego Ideas set. Follow along with us as we discuss some of our favorites! Socials: Instagram: afols_welcome Episode Time Stamps: 0:00 - 6:08 Intro/What Are We Building 6:08 - 13:53 Exciting Lego News 13:53 - 1:09:44 Today's Topic 1:09:44 - 1:17:48 Brick Mail AFOLs Welcome is a weekly podcast where co-hosts Grinch and West have discussions about the brick-built world of Lego. Join us as we dive deep into hot topics, Lego themes, and more from the perspective of two adult fans of Lego. Contact Us: If you would like to reach out to the podcast and be featured in an episode, please email us at AFOLsWelcome@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram at AFOLs Welcome. Reviews and Feedback: Reviews and constructive, polite feedback are strongly encouraged. Please review, like, or subscribe wherever you find yourself listening to our show! As always, thank you for listening, and we'll catch you on the next one!
We leren in deze aflevering hoeveel sets LEGO® in 2024 heeft uitgebracht en daar slaan we stijl van achterover. Daarom hebben we maar snel weer een nieuwsaflevering gemaakt om te proberen om LEGO® bij te benen. In deze aflevering nieuwe BrickLink Designer Program sets, nieuwe LEGO® Ideas sets, een paar nieuwe IP's, een nieuw kasteel, een nieuwe boot en nog veel meer nieuws.Besproken sets en andere shownotes kun je vinden op steengoed.show. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
LEGO hit record profits this year, and now they're diving into making their own video games! Plus, they accidentally leaked their newest Lord of the Rings set—oops! There's plenty to discuss and even more LEGO to build, so tune in for all that and more on this week's Bricking News!Set Review: 40803 Optimus PrimeMOC Review: Spaceship with Light Effects by MejoliDesignBecome a Brick Stud! – Patreon.comSubscribe on YouTube! – YouTube.com10% Off LEGO Displays! – Use code BACKBRICK at Elevenmark.com•First Look: LEGO The Shire!•New Lord of the Rings GWP!•LEGO Mario Kart Revealed!•Tyrannosaurus Rex Fossil – Buy Now!•New LEGO Flowerpot GWP!•LEGO's Record Profits in 2024!•LEGO is Making Its Own Video Games!•Trump Tariffs & LEGO Prices•LEGO Death Star Rumors!•LEGO Store Closures in 2024•New Fortnite LEGO Features!•90s Throwback Fan Vote Delayed•Series 7 BDP Finalists Revealed!•LEGO's F1 Pride Partnership•LEGO Bluey Mobile Game Coming Soon!•LEGO Ideas' ‘Parking Lot' Explained•Free LEGO Holiday Giveaway!Support the showSee some of the designs I've built - REBRICKABLE.COMHead over to Back2brick.com for links to the latest LEGO set discounts!Support the podcast through our affiliate links AND join the Back 2 Brick Patreon!Have a question? Want to be a guest? Send me a message!backtobrick@gmail.comBack 2 Brick Podcast is not an affiliate nor endorsed by the LEGO Group.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2025 The LEGO Group.
Pobierz audycję w mp3 W 676. odcinku podcastu Radio SK kontynuuję swoją serię, w której podsumowuję kolejne miesiące pod kątem wydarzeń związanych ze Stephenem Kingiem. Dziś przyglądam się newsom ze stycznia 2025 r."Masteczko Salem" w nowej serii wydawniczej"Misery" w nowej serii wydawniczej"Lśnienie" w nowej serii wydawniczej"Podpalaczka" z barwionymi brzegamiBrytyjska okładka książki "Never Flinch"Brytyjski trailer książki "Never Flinch""King Sorrow" - nowa książka Joego HillaTrzeci zwiastun filmu "Małpa"Stand reklamowy filmu "Małpa"Wiaderko na popcorn z filmu "Małpa"Scenariusz pilota serialu "The Overlook Hotel"Stephen King w podcaście KingcastZestaw Key House na stronie Lego IdeasJeżeli podoba ci się to co robię to możesz mnie wesprzeć nahttps://patronite.pl/radiosk
Welcome back, LEGO fans! In today's video, we're diving into the world of LEGO Ideas sets—those unique, fan-designed creations that bring incredible concepts to life. From mind-blowing builds to some that didn't quite hit the mark, we're sharing our top picks AND the sets we wish had been different!Do you agree with us? Let us know in the comments!Our Website: https://atlbrick.comJoin this channel to get access to perks: / @atlbrickco Phone: 470-414-2208Our Facebook: / atlbrick Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atlbrickco/...
In this week's episode, we review the 2024 3rd review stage of Lego Ideas and West and Grinch pitch each other their choices for our next upcoming Lego Ideas set. Which of these 54 sets do you think will become an official Lego set? 0:00 - 7:09 Intro/What Are We Building 7:09 - 22:29 Exciting Lego News 12:29 - 1:23:11 Today's Topic 1:23:11 - 1:29:38 Brick Mail AFOLs Welcome is a weekly podcast where co-host Grinch and West have discussions about the brick built world of Lego. Join us as we dive deep into hot topics, Lego themes, and more from the perspective of two adult fans of Lego. If you would like to reach out to the podcast and be featured in an episode please email us at AFOLsWelcome@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram at AFOLs Welcome. Reviews and constructive polite feedback are strongly encouraged. Please review, like, or subscribe wherever you find yourself listening to our show! As always thank you for listening and we'll catch you on the next one!
In this week's episode we review the Lego Ideas theme. 0:00 - 3:08 Intro 3:08 - 13:31 Exciting Lego News 13:31 - 1:11:08 Today's Topic 1:11:08 - 1:16:09 What Are We Building 1:16:09 - 1:32:09 Brick Mail AFOLs Welcome is a weekly podcast where co-host Grinch and West have discussions about the brick built world of Lego. Join us as we dive deep into hot topics, Lego themes, and more from the perspective of two adult fans of Lego. If you would like to reach out to the podcast and be featured in an episode please email us at AFOLsWelcome@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram at AFOLs Welcome. Reviews and constructive polite feedback are strongly encouraged. Please review, like, or subscribe where ever you find yourself listening to our show! As always thank you for listening and we'll catch you on the next one!
In this week's episode we discuss the recent Lego Ideas rule changes, as well as, review the current state of Lego Ideas. 0:00 - 1:19 Intro 1:19 - 29:58 Exciting Lego News 29:58 - 1:27:00 Today's Topic 1:27:00 - 1:33:36 What Are We Building 1:33:36 - 1:37:49 Brick Mail AFOLs Welcome is a weekly podcast where co-host Grinch and West have discussions about the brick built world of Lego. Join us as we dive deep into hot topics, Lego themes, and more from the perspective of two adult fans of Lego. If you would like to reach out to the podcast and be featured in an episode please email us at AFOLsWelcome@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram at AFOLs Welcome. Reviews and constructive polite feedback are strongly encouraged. Please review, like, or subscribe where ever you find yourself listening to our show! As always thank you for listening and we'll catch you on the next one!
In this week's episode, we're diving into some exciting LEGO news! First up, LEGO Ideas is hosting a contest to create a spooky Christmas item—just in time for the holidays with a twist! We'll also talk about LEGO's switch to rubber capes, giving minifigures a fresh new look. Plus, for all the Star Wars fans out there, a brand-new podracer is coming to the LEGO Star Wars collection. And finally, the stunning Botanical Garden set has just been revealed, adding a touch of nature to your LEGO builds. Lots to catch up on, so stay tuned for all the latest updates!Support my LEGO Ideas Entry: Motorized Oscillating Desk Fan!Set Review: Yellow Construction ExcavatorRebrickable Review: Wearable Cyclops Visor by glenn_tanner55Creations for Charity 2024Switching to rubber capesPick-a-brick want listX-Mansion reveal!Deadpool figureLEGO Ideas Nightmare Before Christmas contestNYCC Cosplay contestPaper PolybagsSonic vs. Metal SonicMicrosoft co-pilot LEGOP1 McLaren GWPNinjago Rumors 2025Collectible Minifigure Series saleMarvel Collectible Minifigure Series 2025Podracer GWPDisney Springs Haunted eventGun hidden in LEGO setThe Botanical Garden reveal!U.S. Grand Prix buildBooks are my passion GWPLEGO makes BANKWin your wishlist - LEGO.comBricklink Designer Program series 2Diwali Make-and-takeNeed some AWESOME LEGO merchandise? Head to brickmonarchshop.com and use code BACK2BRICK10 to get 10% off your order.Thank you, Patrons! - Bellefonte Bricks Studio, Franco Portelli, Jimmy Tucker, Ryan S, David, Matthew Vanden Boogart, Paul Snellen, Lee Jackson, Pop's Block Shop, ColinBurseTiny Bar ChatsChats with influential, inspiring, prolific and community oriented folks.Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showSee some of the designs I've built - REBRICKABLE.COMHead over to Back2brick.com for links to the latest LEGO set discounts!Support the podcast through our affiliate links AND join the Back 2 Brick Patreon!Have a question? Want to be a guest? Send me a message!backtobrick@gmail.comBack 2 Brick Podcast is not an affiliate nor endorsed by the LEGO Group.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.
Who wouldn't love to receive a giant chocolate Minifigure? Plus, Pick-a-Brick is venturing into Lord of the Rings territory, the LEGO Vault adds a new set to its collection, and find out how to upgrade your custom PC to dominate in Fortnite. All this and more on this week's episode of Bricking News!Support my LEGO Ideas Entry: Motorized Oscillating Desk Fan!Support my Bricklink Designer Program entry: Bricklicks Ice CreamLEGO Set Review: 21341 Disney Hocus Pocus: The Sanderson Sisters' CottageRebrickable Review: Wolfpack Den by lux.bricksLEGO LuggageLeonardo De Vinci's Flying MachineFormer President - No more LEGO!Pet Generator - LINKA$AP Rocky Chocolate MInifigureTarget Circle WeekAmazon Prime DaysCrypto hackLargest LEGO Diorama ever!Downtown Disney UpdatePick-a-brickFortnite Spooky challenge - LINKHarry Potter RemasteredGaming BRB - Vote hereBatcave 2025Rare DonationShaq's coming backMoana 2025Star Wars MagnetFortnite PC - YouTubeJabba's Barge crazy detail!Easter way to spend pointsNeed some AWESOME LEGO merchandise? Head to brickmonarchshop.com and use code BACK2BRICK10 to get 10% off your order.Thank you, Patrons! - Bellefonte Bricks Studio, Franco Portelli, Jimmy Tucker, Ryan S, David, Matthew Vanden Boogart, Paul Snellen, Lee Jackson, Pop's Block Shop, ColinBurseSupport the showSee some of the designs I've built - REBRICKABLE.COMHead over to Back2brick.com for links to the latest LEGO set discounts!Support the podcast through our affiliate links AND join the Back 2 Brick Patreon!Have a question? Want to be a guest? Send me a message!backtobrick@gmail.comBack 2 Brick Podcast is not an affiliate nor endorsed by the LEGO Group.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.
Welcome back to another exciting episode of Bricking LEGO News! This week, we're diving into some fascinating stories, starting with a group of doctors using LEGO-inspired designs to control genes—yes, you heard that right! We'll also celebrate the long-awaited release of Jabba's Sail Barge, and we'll gear up for an epic Brick-or-Treat experience just in time for the holidays. Plus, there's more LEGO goodness coming your way, as always! Tune in and get your weekly dose of all things LEGO.Support my LEGO Ideas Entry: Motorized Oscillating Desk Fan!LEGO Set Review: 76997 Tails' Adventure BoatRebrickable MOC Review: Forgotten Portal - A phone-animated terrain piece for your fantasy setting by Thunder_Adventure_ToursLEGO Ideas Rules UpdateWipeout Game Ideas buildAdvent Calendar SaleFind your Inner PieceJabba's Sail Barge - PURCHASE HERESort a BrickPharrell Williams LEGO Experience - ticketsHulkbuster Discount - PURCHASE HEREGene Control Inspired by LEGORUMORS:Monkey KidClassicFormula 1LogosLord of the RingsStress Relief StudyTwitch channelBrick-or-TreatSpider-Verse bookPick a Brick UpdateBrick Trade-in ProgramHorizon Adventures CreaturesFortnite DREAMZZzzIn-Store BuildsAustralian DistributionFunctional Turing MachineBricklink Designer Program Series 3Board Game AvailableNeed some AWESOME LEGO merchandise? Head to brickmonarchshop.com and use code BACK2BRICK10 to get 10% off your order.Thank you, Patrons! - Bellefonte Bricks Studio, Franco Portelli, Jimmy Tucker, Ryan S, David, Matthew Vanden Boogart, Paul Snellen, Lee Jackson, Pop's Block Shop, ColinBurseSupport the showSee some of the designs I've built - REBRICKABLE.COMHead over to Back2brick.com for links to the latest LEGO set discounts!Support the podcast through our affiliate links AND join the Back 2 Brick Patreon!Have a question? Want to be a guest? Send me a message!backtobrick@gmail.comBack 2 Brick Podcast is not an affiliate nor endorsed by the LEGO Group.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.
This week on Bricking LEGO News, we dive into the latest updates from the LEGO world, including a closer look at the highly anticipated Winter Village sets and the exclusive Yellow Truck design. Plus, find out how one small town lost $140k worth of LEGO and what's on our must-have October shopping list! Support my LEGO Ideas Entry: Motorized Oscillating Desk Fan!LEGO Set Review: 10302 Optimus PrimeRebrickable MOC Review: Jabba's Throne Room Diorama by Tubi_Rock_VPaper InstructionsTraveling Bricks ExhibitionPiece-by-Piece Generator - LINKMarvel Avengers: Mission Demolition The Brick SpotRumors:FriendsStar WarsCaptain America: Brave New WorldBotanical CollectionMario KartLEGO Ideas Parts CountWinter Village SetsSkaerkaek Fan WeekendSonic setsHorizon AdventuresBrick Bites SeriesLord of the Rings - 2x Insiders PointsYellow Truck - An Exclusive designIdeas LEGO House WinnersManchester's 3rd LEGO storeFortnite Marvel BundlesFortnite Split ScreenSmall Town lost $140k in LEGOOctober Shopping ListOffice LEGO PrankLEGO Masterpiece Gallery 2025Bricklink Designer Program series 6Need some AWESOME LEGO merchandise? Head to brickmonarchshop.com and use code BACK2BRICK10 to get 10% off your order.Thank you, Patrons! - Bellefonte Bricks Studio, Franco Portelli, Jimmy Tucker, Ryan S, David, Matthew Vanden Boogart, Paul Snellen, Lee Jackson, Pop's Block ShopSupport the showSee some of the designs I've built - REBRICKABLE.COMHead over to Back2brick.com for links to the latest LEGO set discounts!Support the podcast through our affiliate links AND join the Back 2 Brick Patreon!Have a question? Want to be a guest? Send me a message!backtobrick@gmail.comBack 2 Brick Podcast is not an affiliate nor endorsed by the LEGO Group.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.
On this week's episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with the creator of The Brickery, a one-of-a-kind café where you can grab a drink, enjoy a snack, and rent a LEGO set to build! It's an incredible concept, and we dive deep into the story behind how it all began. Tune in for a fun and inspiring conversation about creativity, community, and the love of LEGO!Check out their website!https://www.thebrickerycafe.com/Support my LEGO Ideas Entry: Motorized Oscillating Desk Fan!Thank you, Patrons! - Bellefonte Bricks Studio, Franco Portelli, Jimmy Tucker, Ryan S, David, Matthew Vanden Boogart, Paul Snellen, Lee Jackson, Pop's Block ShopSupport the showSee some of the designs I've built - REBRICKABLE.COMHead over to Back2brick.com for links to the latest LEGO set discounts!Support the podcast through our affiliate links AND join the Back 2 Brick Patreon!Have a question? Want to be a guest? Send me a message!backtobrick@gmail.comBack 2 Brick Podcast is not an affiliate nor endorsed by the LEGO Group.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.
Jabba's Sailing into town, LEGO is racing into a new partnership. and the future of paper instructions are in the balance. That and more Bricking LEGO News on this week's podcast episode!Support my LEGO Ideas Entry: Motorized Oscillating Desk Fan!LEGO Set Review: 60367 Passanger PlaneRebrickable MOC Review: Modular Haunted Mansion by BenbuildslegoStar Wars BattlepackUCS Jabba's Sailing BargeLuke Skywalker's LightsaberFormula 1 partnershipSupply Chain ImprovementsD&D MinifiguresBusiness card minifigs... goneALS LEGO ArtistFunko Pop Jurassic WorldFortnite updatesRebuild the GalaxyPharrell Williams setIcons RumorsMinecraft RumorsModular RumorBricklink Designer Program Series 6100 set retiringStar Wars RumorsCMF series 27Wednesday BrickheadzBatman DayNo more instructions??!Speed Champion RumorsNeed some AWESOME LEGO merchandise? Head to brickmonarchshop.com and use code BACK2BRICK10 to get 10% off your order.Thank you, Patrons! - Bellefonte Bricks Studio, Franco Portelli, Jimmy Tucker, Ryan S, David, Matthew Vanden Boogart, Paul Snellen, Lee Jackson, Pop's Block ShopThat Wonderful StateA podcast about being an artist from a practical perspective. The series will...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showSee some of the designs I've built - REBRICKABLE.COMHead over to Back2brick.com for links to the latest LEGO set discounts!Support the podcast through our affiliate links AND join the Back 2 Brick Patreon!Have a question? Want to be a guest? Send me a message!backtobrick@gmail.comBack 2 Brick Podcast is not an affiliate nor endorsed by the LEGO Group.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.
It's Friday, but LEGO released some sets specifically for Wednesday... The LEGO Group is going on a global tour exhibiting immersive art exhibits and continuing to encourage play! A few contests are out, so you can build from the heart or your love of gaming. A much more on this week's LEGO news from the past week! It's Friday, but LEGO surprised fans with sets released specifically for Wednesday! Plus, The LEGO Group is hitting the road for a global tour showcasing immersive art exhibits, all while promoting the joy of play. We'll also cover exciting new contests where you can build from the heart or show off your love of gaming. Tune in for all this and more as we dive into the latest LEGO news from the past week!Support my LEGO Ideas Entry: Motorized Oscillating Desk Fan!LEGO Set Review: 75574 Toruk Makto & Tree of SoulsRebrickable MOC Review: Eagle of Middle Earth by lego_popoFull-scale McLaren - videoRebuild the GalaxyPharrell didn't tell...Wednesday setsturned nose up at a BrickKids art galleryStardew ValleyMagic of Disneylife size monkey bike - YouTube.comCamping Adventure GWPFrom the Heart contest - LEGO IdeasFortnite free skinNo imagination - articleBatmobile GWPPorsche 911 celebration2025 rumorsFormula 1 CMFIdeas Gaming contestIdeas getting a refresh (design)Pixar Luxo Jr.Need some AWESOME LEGO merchandise? Head to brickmonarchshop.com and use code BACK2BRICK10 to get 10% off your order.Thank you, Patrons! - Bellefonte Bricks Studio, Franco Portelli, Jimmy Tucker, Ryan S, David, Matthew Vanden Boogart, Paul Snellen, Lee Jackson, Pop's Block ShopSupport the showSee some of the designs I've built - REBRICKABLE.COMHead over to Back2brick.com for links to the latest LEGO set discounts!Support the podcast through our affiliate links AND join the Back 2 Brick Patreon!Have a question? Want to be a guest? Send me a message!backtobrick@gmail.comBack 2 Brick Podcast is not an affiliate nor endorsed by the LEGO Group.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.
In this week's episode we discuss the Lego Ideas 2024 Second Review and talk about which ideas are more likely to become an official Lego sets! 0:00 - 1:49 Intro1:49 - 21:57 Exciting Lego News21:57 - 2:10:32 Today's Topic2:10:32 - 2:16:01 What Are We Building2:16:01 - 2:22:13 Brick MailAFOLs Welcome is a weekly podcast where co-host Grinch and West have discussions about the brick built world of Lego. Join us as we dive deep into hot topics, Lego themes, and more from the perspective of two adult fans of Lego. If you would like to reach out to the podcast and be featured in an episode please email us at AFOLsWelcome@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram at AFOLs Welcome. Reviews and constructive polite feedback are strongly encouraged. Please review, like, or subscribe where ever you find yourself listening to our show! As always thank you for listening and we'll catch you on the next one!
Summary Lego faced financial trouble in the early 2000s due to the emergence of digital distractions. The new CEO, Jorgen Vig Knutstorp, embraced authenticity and refocused on Lego's core values. He introduced Lego Ideas and formed strategic partnerships with franchises like Star Wars and Harry Potter. Authenticity is crucial in leadership because consistency builds confidence, transparency transforms teams, and integrity inspires influence. Consistency cultivates confidence by being the same person in every situation. Transparency is about being open and honest, creating a predictable environment that fosters trust. Integrity is the backbone of authenticity, doing the right thing even when no one is watching. Keywords Lego, financial trouble, authenticity, core values, Lego Ideas, strategic partnerships, Star Wars, Harry Potter, consistency, confidence, transparency, trust, integrity, influence Takeaways Authenticity is crucial in leadership because it builds trust and fosters a predictable and secure environment. Consistency cultivates confidence by being the same person in every situation. Transparency transforms teams by creating an open and honest environment where ideas and concerns can be shared. Integrity inspires influence by doing the right thing even when no one is watching. Sound Bites "Struggling with plummeting sales and a market that had moved on, Lego was teetering on the edge of financial ruin in the early 2000s." "His authentic approach revived that company and really transformed them into the global success story that they are today." "Consistency cultivates confidence." Books Mentioned Dare to Lead: Brave Work. Tough Conversations. Whole Hearts, by Brene Brown The Five Dysfunctions of a Team: A Leadership Fable, by Patrick M. Lencioni
Welcome to The Bakery Bears Video Show featuring ‘England: A Castle Nation'! Join us in this episode for: 1. (1 min 17 secs) “Welcome” Dan and the Oystercatcher The Lego ‘Orca' from ‘Jaws' https://www.lego.com/en-gb/product/jaws-21350 We mentioned Lego Ideas https://ideas.lego.com/ Watch our interview with Bakery Bear music composer Dom Jones https://www.patreon.com/posts/65538253 Kays childhood drawings 2. (13 mins 08 secs) “Whats on YOUR needles” https://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-bakery-bears/2955474/976-1000#1000 Kay was knitting : Kay's Dream Sock Design Watch Kay dye ‘The Christmas Holiday' https://www.patreon.com/posts/yarny-book-club-108652007 Follow Kays design process in her monthly series https://bakerybears.com/knit-along-with-kay/ Kay mentioned https://bakerybears.com/swish-and-flick/ Witchy Socks Watch our Sockoween 2023 tutorial series https://www.patreon.com/posts/sockoween-dpn-on-89912880 Learn to knit Magic Loop Socks with Kay https://www.patreon.com/posts/72019717 Kay mentioned https://www.yarnundyed.net/ Scrappy SocksLearn to plan scrappy socks with Kay https://www.patreon.com/posts/create-your-own-77628859 Dan was knitting : Albion https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/albion Watch Dan's monthly garment show https://www.patreon.com/posts/self-contained-1-40707984 Find out how Kay chooses the right yarn for the right project https://www.patreon.com/posts/choosing-perfect-59669261 We mentioned https://yarnsub.com/ Learn to measure your gauge with Kay https://www.patreon.com/posts/17778047 Heartless Birch Hat https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/heartleaf-birch-hat Learn to knit a cabled hat with Kay https://bakerybears.com/hat-knitting/ 3. (52 min 57 secs) “A Golden Era” Episode 7 “England: A Castle Nation” Watch the special editions of the show https://www.patreon.com/posts/dawn-of-castle-1-98319957 Watch the Rise & Fall https://www.patreon.com/posts/rise-fall-of-1-78011221 4. (1 hr 21 min 55 secs) “Whats OFF your Needles” https://www.ravelry.com/discuss/the-bakery-bears/2955477/2901-2925#2925 Hobbity Socks Access the Hobbity Socks pattern here https://www.patreon.com/posts/75872429 Kay mentioned her Umbrella Socks Pattern https://bakerybears.com/umbrella-socks/ Cross Stitch from the World in Stitches Learn to cross stitch with Kay https://www.patreon.com/posts/83036990 5. (1 hr 29 min 33 secs) “A Golden Era” Episode 7 “England: A Castle Nation” Watch the special editions of Kays Classic Bakes https://www.patreon.com/posts/mini-lemon-pies-96609174 6. (1hr 50 mins 22 secs) “Endy Bits!” Watch the Jane's Mitts tutorial series with Kay https://www.patreon.com/posts/janes-mitts-part-108305815 Listen to our Radio Show https://bakerybears.com/listen/ We mentioned The Spy Who Loved Me HELP KEEP US ON AIR and become a Bakery Bear Patron - You could receive a subscription to our electronic magazine Knitability, exclusive patterns, over 300 tutorials, a monthly live Patron only show, Dan's Garment Knitting shows, Kay's review series and so much more, to find out more visit: http://www.patreon.com/bakerybearspodcast or https://bakerybears.com/subscribe/ For a whole new way to engage with the Bakery Bears visit https://bakerybears.com - All Kay's patterns can be found here https://bakerybears.com/patterns/ - Find our Radio Show here https://bakerybears.com/listen/ Thank you so much for watching, we'll see you in two weeks with our next ‘Video Show' which will feature ‘Kay's Classic Bakes''! If you wish to download the show, access it here : http://bakerybears.podbean.com - Apple users will find the show here : https://itunes.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-bakery-bears-podcast/id1051276128?mt=2 Follow the Bakery Bears on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/bakerybears/
Extra Pieces: Awesome August - Technic, Dungeons and Dragons, Jaws Welcome back to the Extra Pieces, bringing you the latest views and reviews from Jay's Brick Blog and the Rambling Brick. Today we kick off by considering the newLEGO® Technic 42174 Emirates Team New Zealand AC75 Yacht, the Team New Zealand entry in the 2024 America's Cup, due to get underway at the end of August. Richard gets nostalgic over Australia's victory in 1983 and the declaration by our Prime Minister that it would be somewhat churlish for any employer to sack a worker for not turning up that day. https://youtu.be/s8mdHO2_Zo8?si=8Rg7IoPpMSCfjXVk We take a look at the latest LEGO Ideas submissions to progress to the development phase - https://jaysbrickblog.com/news/lego-ideas-selects-charlie-and-the-chocolate-factory-and-italian-rivieria-as-your-next-sets/ We take a look at the August Technic Range The Rambling Brick has been churning through the latest Technic Releases including the 42172 McLaren P1, which Richard finally finished building after a few distractions https://ramblingbrick.com/2024/07/31/42172-mclaren-p1-pt-2/ 42173 Koenigsegg Jesko Absolute - in two colours https://ramblingbrick.com/2024/07/21/technic-42173-koenigsegg-jesko-absolut/ https://ramblingbrick.com/2024/08/04/42184-white-koenigsegg-jesko-absolut-its-been-recoloured-but-how-different-is-white/ 42176 Porsche GT-4 Electric Race Car with its new Powered Up Technic Move hub https://ramblingbrick.com/2024/07/28/42176-porsche/ 42182 Apollo LRV lunar rover, which interestingly enough scales fairly nicely with the Creator 3in 1 Space Astronaut. https://ramblingbrick.com/2024/07/20/42182-apollo-lrv/ https://ramblingbrick.com/2024/07/22/is-lego-creator-3in1-31152-space-astronaut-compatible-with-the-lego-technic-42182-lunar-rover/ 42177 Mercedes-Benz G500 Professional Line https://ramblingbrick.com/2024/07/26/now-i-get-it-42177-mercedes-benz-g500-professional-line/ Jay has put together the LEGO Ideas Jaws set, which brings together a well designed shark, a brillliant boat design, tying them together in a diorama befitting a 50 year tribute (which is technically next year) https://jaysbrickblog.com/reviews/review-lego-21350-jaws/ He also previews the Dungeons and Dragons Minifigures and consider what a D&D based theme might begin to look like. https://jaysbrickblog.com/reviews/lego-collectible-minifigures-series-dungeons-and-dragons/ If you enjoy the episode, we would be grateful if you could spare a moment to give it a quick review: those 5 stars, as well as any comments you leave, really help to make it visible to others who might enjoy it (or even just tell your friends.) We will see you soon
In der heutigen Ausgabe vom BrickCast sprechen wir über Star Wars, Marvel und Harry Potter. Außerdem sprechen wir über die Ergebnisse der 3. Reviewphase 2023 von LEGO IDEAS.
Welcome back. This prolonged break has been brought to you by travel and winter sickness! Richard went to visit Japan Brickfest in Kobe on the second weekend in June. Some of his highlights include: @fukutaku10‘s amazing phoenix and dragon Orchestra by Sachiko Akinaga Masao Hidaka's monorail Great Ball contraption Check out Planet AFOL on Youtube for coverage of the entire event. Once Richard saw a life-size Gundam outside a shopping centre, he came to realise that 60421 Robot World was not such a far-fetched thing. https://ramblingbrick.com/2024/07/01/60421-lego-city-robot-world-nostalgic-callbacks-and-more/ Richard has also been building the 42172 LEGO Technic McLaren P1 Supercar. So far, the experience has not been without its challenges. https://ramblingbrick.com/2024/07/15/42172-lego-technic-mclaren-p1-unboxing-and-build-experience- In the meantime, Jay has been looking at the upcoming Jaws set from LEGO IDEAS. Stephen Spielberg's Jaws has been given the Ideas/18+ diorama treatment. Between Jaws, Jurassic Park and Raiders of the Lost Ark, we speculate about what might come next. https://jaysbrickblog.com/news/lego-21350-jaws-officially-unveiled-youre-gonna-need-a-bigger-shelf/ We hope you enjoy the episode. If you do, please leave a 5 star review on your pod-paying platform of choice, as it helps others to find the podcast. We love your questions and feedback, too: leave your comments on our socials @extrapiecespod and or send an email to extrapiecespod@gmail.com
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Show references:Lego House in BillundSutton Hoo (National Trust)Sutton Hoo at the British MuseumThe Dig on NetflixSutton Hoo mask on Lego IdeasThe Dig: Lego version of Sutton Hoo treasure 'amazing' (BBC News)Events at The Hold IpswitchAndrew Webb is a LEGO enthusiast who uses bricks in outreach programmes for teams and organisations as diverse at Arm, Pinset Mason, The National Trust, English Heritage, and the Scouts. During the UK's second Lockdown in early 2021, He made the 1500 year old Sutton Hoo Helmet out of LEGO bricks and submitted it to LEGO Ideas. The build achieved international media coverage, and has since been donated to the National Trust. Andrew continues to help attractions and institutions with LEGO programmes. By day, he works as a global head of content marketing for a B2B tech company. Find out more at http://teambuildingwithbricks.com Transcription: Paul Marden: Welcome to Skip the Queue, a podcast for people working in and working with Mister attractions. I'm your host, Paul Marden. Today I'm talking to Andrew Webb. By day, Andrew is a content marketer for a tech firm, but in his spare time helps attractions to use Lego as a tool to attract and engage diverse audiences and enable them to interpret history and culture. We're going to talk about what it means to be an building, a model of anglo saxon helmet, and the 24 skills that are used when building with Lego. Paul Marden: So welcome to the podcast. Andrew Webb: Thank you. Paul Marden: On Skip the Queue, we always start with some icebreaker questions that you know nothing about. So let's launch into a couple of those. Book and a pool or museums and galleries for your city break. Andrew Webb: Museum and galleries.Paul Marden: Yeah. I'd expect nothing less given what we're about to talk about. This is one from one of my colleagues, actually, who is really good at icebreakers whenever we do a team building eventually. So he said, “Would you rather have it and lose it or never have it at all?”Andrew Webb: Oh, gosh, I'll have it and lose it for sure. Paul Marden: Yeah, gotta be. That one's from miles. Say thank you, Myles. That was a cracker. Andrew Webb: Do you remember the word there was a great one. Would you rather eat ten donuts or raw onion? Paul Marden: Oh, ten donuts, hand down. I could easily do that. Andrew Webb: I'd get onion. I'd get onion. Every time I would take an onion over ten donuts. I'd be sick after ten donuts. Paul Marden: Oh, no, I reckon I could take that. No problem. Andrew Webb: Okay. Paul Marden: Okay. So we're going to talk a little bit about your adventures in Lego over the last few years. So why don't we kick off and talk a little bit about your original interest in Lego? Because I know it goes back not a long way, because that would be rude. But it goes back to a few years ago, doesn't it? Andrew Webb: It does. I mean, like most people growing up in what we might loosely term the west, I had like, I was a kid, you know, I think most of us grew up with it like that. And then like, you know, growing up in that first age of plastics with Heman, Transformers, Lego, Star wars, all of that sort of stuff. Paul Marden: You're just describing my childhood. Andrew Webb: It's funny because that was. It was all sort of ephemeral, right? I mean, the idea was that the reason why that boom happened, just to dwell on why they're going plastic things. Before that, toys were made out of either tin or wood. So, you know, they were very labour intensive produce there's certainly injection moulding comes along and we could just have anything coupled with the tv shows and the films and all this sort of stuff. So we all grew up in this sort of first age of disposable plastic, and then it all just gets passed down as kids grow up. It gets given away, gets put in the loft and forgotten about. There's a moment when a return of the Jedi bedspread doesn't look cool anymore, right? You hit about 13, 14 and you're like, “Mom, I really want some regular stuff there.”Andrew Webb: So like everybody, you know, I gave it all away, sold it and whatever, but I kept onto my lego and then fast forward, you know, I become a parent and Lego starts to come back into my life. So I'm sort of at a stage where I'm working for a travel startup and I get a press release to go to the Lego House, which if no one has heard about it, where have you been? But also it is a fantastic home of the brick, which Lego built in, opened in 2016. And it is a phenomenal temple to Lego. Not in terms of like a Legoland style approach with rides and things like that, but it's all about the brick and activities that you can do in a brick. Andrew Webb: There is great pools and huge pits of Lego to play with there, as well as displays and all this sort of stuff. They've actually got a Lego duplo waterfall.Paul Marden: Really? Andrew Webb: Oh, I mean, it's a fantastic attraction. And the way they've done it is just incredible. So they blend a lot of digital things. So if you make a small fish and insert it into this thing, it appears in the tank and swims around and this sort of stuff and the way you can imprint your designs on things. I should just quickly tell you about the cafeteria there as well, just really quickly. So the cafeteria at the Lego House, everyone gets a little bag of Lego and then whatever you build and insert into this sort of iPad sort of slots type thing, and that's what you're. Andrew Webb: So a pink brick might be salmon, a yellow brick might be chicken, whatever, and you put it all in and it recognises it all and then it comes down a giant conveyor belt in a Lego. Giant Lego box and is handed to you by robots. I mean, mind blowing stuff. This is not like with a tray at the National Trust place or somewhere like that for us to come. It is a technological marvel. Absolutely fascinating. So, of course, on the day went, it was a press preview, so there was no canteen workers, so there was no food in the box when me and my daughter, so went without that data, was a bit disappointed. Andrew Webb: But that started that whole reappreciation of Lego, both as a toy to play with my daughter, but also as a way of using Lego in different ways. And that manifests itself in lots of different things. So currently, now, you know, fast forward a little bit. I use Lego for team building exercises, for workshops, for problem solving with organisations, and also just for having fun with adult groups as well as kids. And I think one of the biggest things we've seen since this kind of started around 2000s with the sort of adults reading Harry Potter, do you remember that was like, why are you reading this children's book type of thing? Paul Marden: Yeah. Andrew Webb: And then all the prequel Star wars films came out and Lego made sets about both those two things. And it kind of. I mean, Bionicle saved the company, as only AFOL will know, but it started that whole merchandising thing and adding Lego into that firmament of IP. Right. And we fast forward now, and it's Marvel and Star wars and everything. Paul Marden: You just said AFOL. I know what an AFOL is, but many of our listeners may not know what AFOL is.Andrew Webb: Just to go for acronyms here. So an AFOL is an Adult Fan of Lego. And we've seen actually Lego in the past five years, even earlier. I mean, Lego always had an adult element to it. And one of the original founders used to use it for designing his own house. And there was a whole architectural system called Molodux. So it's always had that element to it. But just recently we've seen, you know, almost retro sets. So we see the Lego Atari 2600 video game system from 1976, which, yeah. Paul Marden: An original NES wasn't there. Andrew Webb: Exactly. NES that's come out. I've got a Lego Optimus prime back here for transformers, you know, all that kind of stuff. So with what's been really interesting is this kidault or whatever, however, call it. And I think that's really fascinating, because if we think about Lego as a toy, we are rapidly approaching the age where we might have three generations of people that have grown up with Lego. Lego first came around in the very late ‘60s, early '70s. And so it's not inconceivable that you might have three generations that had Lego as a child, especially if you grew up in Denmark. A little bit different when it would come to the rest of Europe as they expanded out. So I get to this point, and I'm getting into Lego and doing all this sort of stuff. Andrew Webb: And then, of course, COVID happens and then lockdown happens and we all think the world's going to end and no one knows. Everyone's looking for hobbies, aren't they? They say you were either hunk, drunk or chunk after lockdown. You either got fit, got fat or got alcoholic. So try to avoid those three things. And, you know, everyone's looking for stuff to do, so you have so much banana bread you can bake. And so I stupidly, with my daughter's help, decided to make the Lego Sutton Hoo helmet, the 1500 year old Sutton Hoo helmet found at Sutton Hoo in Suffolk, now in the British Museum. Out of Lego, as you do. Paul Marden: I mean, just exactly. Just as you do. So just a slight segue. I was at the National Attractions Marketing Conference yesterday and there were two people presenting who both talked about their experiences of wacky things that they did during lockdown. There was one person that opened a theatre in her back garden and had various different stars just randomly turn up in her backyard up in North Yorkshire. And you choose to build a Lego Sutton Hoo helmet.Andrew Webb: Lockdown, there will be a time, I think, as we look back, tragic though it was, and, you know, a lot of people died, but it was that moment when society sort of shuffled around a bit and people sort of thought, “Well, if I don't do it now, why not?” People were launching bakeries in their kitchens and serving their community and like. And that element of it. And so people have that. The good side of that, I suppose, is that people did find new outlets of creativity. And Joe Wick's yoga class is in their front row walking groups, you know, all this sort of stuff and beating beaten horsemans and learning to play the violin and dust and stuff. Suddenly we all had to find hobbies because we're all just in. Andrew Webb: No one was going to restaurants, no one's going to bars, no one's going to gigs, nightclubs, theatres. We like to make entertainment at home. It was like the middle ages. So I decided to build the Lego Sutton Hoo helmet, as you do. And so I start this in lockdown, and then, like, I get wind that Netflix is making a film called The Dig. And The Dig is all about, I think it's Lily James and Ray Fiennes in it, and it's all those other people. And it's all about when they found theSutton Hoo helmet. And the guy who found it was called Basil Brown, and he was asked by Edith Pretty, who owned the land, to excavate these humps in the ground that were on her estate. Paul Marden: Okay, so she owns this big estate, in Suffolk, right? And, so she can clearly see there's burial mounds in the back garden, but doesn't know what's in them. Doesn't have any clue that there's treasure locked up inside this. Andrew Webb: I'm not even sure she knew there were anglo saxon burial maps since it was. Paul Marden: They were just lumps of ground in the garden. Andrew Webb: Yeah. I mean, she may have had inkling and other stuff I've turned up over the years and whatever. And some of them were robbed sort of georgian times around then. So some people knew what they were and they were somewhere excavated and gold was taken to fund the polynomial wars and whatnot. But she asked Basil Branson, he was like an amateur archaeologist, right? And so he was just like this local guy would cycle over and do. And the film goes into all that, and the film kind of portrays it as working class. Basil Brown should know his place against the sort of British Museum who are sort of the baddies in this film who think they know what. And of course, this is all set against the backdrop of war. So they escalated it all, then they had to rebury it. Andrew Webb: And then it was used as a tank training ground, so lots of tanks rolled over it. So it's a miracle anything was ever found. But when he did find the Sutton Hoo, who told me and a bunch of other things, clasp brooches, shields, weapons and whatever, when he did find it, so people think it kind of popped out the ground as a helmet, but it didn't. And if you look at the photos, it came out the ground in hundreds of pieces. Paul Marden: Oh, really? So you look at this reconstructed mask that's now in the British Museum, and you think, “Oh, so they just found that in one piece,” lifted out as if it was a Lego hat, you know, for a minifig. In one piece? No, not at all. Andrew Webb: It was actually more like a big parlour Lego in the fact that it was just in hundreds of thousands of pieces. And so there was the first guy to have a go at it was an elderly architect at the British Museum who was, I think, blind in one eye. And he had a go at putting it all together. And he used an armature and clay and pins and whatever, put it all together and said, “Yes, I think it was this.” And then actually it wasn't. He got it all wrong. Lots of different pieces after some more research, and then it falls to this. Nigel Williams is another sub architect, and he was famous for. Andrew Webb: There was a famous Portland vase that was broken in a museum by someone pushing it over as a sort of what you might call, like a just stop oil type of protest now, I can't remember what the call was, but someone smashed an exhibit. And he had painstakingly pieced all this together. He was a total dapper dude. Three piece suit, Chelsea boots, proper swinging sixties, and he had to go and put it all together. His version is the one that's in the British Museum, but he was a massive jigsaw fan. And if you think about Lego, what it is a 3d jigsaw. You get a bunch of pieces and you have to make. Make it into a 3d sculpture. So that was one reason, the dig was the other reason. Andrew Webb: The third reason was that the relationship between East Anglia and essentially Denmark and Billand and Anglo Saxon and Jutland and all that area, I'm talking like Vikings and Anglo Saxons and invasions and all this kind of stuff against the native British, there is essentially a relationship between East Anglia, a trade relationship and a conquest relationship between them. So I built this thing and I frantically put it together and I'm late nights and just losing my marbles trying to get this thing to work. Because Lego is not designed to make, like, spherical shapes, necessarily. It's quite blocky. Right. Everyone knows this. It's the square. Paul Marden: Really easy to make a car, really easy to make a house. A spaceship. Andrew Webb: Houses. Brilliant. Yeah. Square stuff is fantastic. But baking, not only a sort of a semicircle, but a hemisphere, which is what essentially a helmet is. Is even harder because you have to get the Lego to bend in two directions. And so a lot of work went into that just to get the actual face piece came together quite easy. And there was once I had the scale of the pieces under the eyes that formed that sort of thing, and then I could build the nose and face. Ideally, it was going to be so that I could put it on my head. I've actually got a massive head. So in the end, I had to realign that and sort of make it into this sort of child sized head. Paul Marden: But it's a wearable thing, right? Andrew Webb: It is. It is wearable. I mean, at one point, it was probably more fragile than the one in the British Museum because it just kept dropping to pieces. So there's a lot of sub plates that are holding together the outer plate. So it's actually sort of. So just quick Lego terminology here. So bricks, obviously are bricks. The flat things with bubbles on are called plates and then the smoother ones are called tiles. Okay. And used a combination of these to create. There's also a technique called SNOT, which stands for Studs Not On Top. We love acronyms in the Lego community. Right? Paul Marden: Completely.Andrew Webb: So if you say, “Oh, man, I'm an AFOL covered in SNOT,” people know what you want to know what you mean. So after a night in the tiles, I got covered. Yeah. Andrew Webb: Anyway, so I make the helmet, I make the thing, and then, you know, I get a lot of support from the National Trust, specifically East of England National Trust and Sutton, who site itself because it's there. It's their crown jewels. The British Museum, not so much, because they was like, we've got a billion exhibits here. No, it's just one of them. When you've got the Tippecar moon and the Rosetta stone, it kind of pales into significant. But actually, they were helpful. And one of the curators there, who was on Twitter, who sent me a link to some 3d photos, because if you. If you google it's all pictures at the front. That's fantastic. But what does the back look like? Paul Marden: Oh, right, okay. Andrew Webb: So actually, buried deep in the British Museum's website, in their research department, under a filing cabinet, in the back of a server somewhere, are some quite technical photographic images of it, turning every sort of 30 degrees so that. That it's documented as to what it looks. Because you got to remember that everything on the helmet is symbolic of various different things. There is symbols that mean there's a guy on a horse who's sort of fighting and all this sort of stuff. And it all has quite a lot of meaning. I can occur from different parts of history as well. So there's some sort of roman influencing things there and symbols. And so this whole thing is designed to be not only a battle helmet, but it is also because, remember, crowns haven't been invented yet. Crowns are a later mediaeval sort of invention. Andrew Webb: So this is both a symbol of authority, headwear, like a crown, but also a weapon or a piece of defensive armour and equipment. So it has several functions in its life. So it's quite a complex piece of equipment, that this symbol of authority. So I make all this and then I also submit it to a thing called Lego Ideas. So Lego Ideas is a fantastic programme where anybody in the world, members of the public, can submit Lego Ideas, right? And they go onto a website. There's certain criteria, they have to meet a certain checklist, but then the rest of the public can vote for them. So, I mean, if Taylor Swift just stuck together a load of blocks and said, “Vote for this,” she probably hit the 10,000 threshold instantly. Andrew Webb: But I'm not sure Lego would necessarily take that forward as a build. So there is a judging panel that. But actually, some of the most recent really fantastic sets have come out of Lego Ideas. Members of the public, and they're designing things that the Lego designers wouldn't have thought of themselves. So I think that's been kind of interesting. Sadly, Paul, we didn't make the 10,000 threshold. We did a lot of media coverage. By then, lockdown was over and were sort of getting back to our lives and all this sort of stuff. And my daughter was entering her dark ages. And so it sat in my studio for another sort of year and a half and I thought, “What am I going to do with this?” And so in the end, I thought, “Well, you know what? It's gathering dust here. I'm fed up with it, dustin it.”Andrew Webb: And so I actually approached Josh Ward at the National Trust at Sutton Hoo, who has been a fantastic advocate for Lego and for this particular project, and I have to thank him immensely for that. And they got some money and some funding to build a cabinet and also to house it. So I donated it to National Trust and it is now on display there as part of their firmament of interpretational trail. Paul Marden: That must feel pretty good fow you. Andrew Webb: Yeah, it is quite good looking in there and watching kids go, “Wow.” Because Lego is one of those things instantly recognisable for kids. But certain hill as a site is quite complex for children to contextualise because essentially it's several mounds in the ground. And the helmet itself is at the British Museum. Right. They've got a replica built by the royal armouries. There were several of those. They've got those. They have loads of dress up, they have great explainers and videos and they do a lot of work to show the size and shape and things as a cast iron sculpture, to represent the boat, to show just how big it was when it was pulled up from the sea, because he's buried in a boat. So do a lot of that work, sort of that sort of work as well. Andrew Webb: But having this extra funding in the. They opened up Edith's pretty's house now, and having this room where we've got some other things as well, like crayons and paper and other tools and drawings and colouring in and Lego and big chest of Lego just helps, particularly smaller children who, by the time they've walked from the car park around the site, and it has probably flagged it a little bit. And so just providing that little support for them, it's been a fantastic way to contextualise and another way to interpret that. And I think more and more venues could look into that. When you think, well, how else can we add stuff, particularly for children to help tell the story of this place? Paul Marden: Yeah, absolutely. Absolutely. We went to. It was half term last week and went to the City Museum in Winchester. So they've got some mediaeval, they've got some Roman finds there, and there was lots of fun, but they had. It was full of lots of ways for kids to engage, so there was trails to go around, there was colouring in, make your own mediaeval shield. And all of these things are ways that, you know, my ten year old could engage with it because there's only so many glass cabinets of stuff dug up from the ground that she actually wants to look at. Andrew Webb: I mean, I love. I love pit rivers, right, in Oxford, my favourite museum. Paul Marden: It's crazy, isn't it? I love it. Andrew Webb: But basically, he just went around the world nicking stuff. Right, but as a collection of objects, It's fantastic. Paul Marden: It's deeply unnerving. Andrew Webb: Sorry, sorry if any pit rivers curators are listening there, nick, and stuff about it, but, it is my favourite museum because it's just for kids. It's probably really kind of like, how do you tell that story? I also think there was an article in the garden recently that, you know, the cost of living crisis as well. Parents are looking for value solutions now and so I think it wasn't Peppa Pig World, it was Paddington World. And a family ticket is 170 pounds. That is a huge dent in the family finances for a 70 minutes experience. If you are watching the pennies, if you can afford that and save up for it, whatever. And I know these things are, you know, memory making and all that sort of stuff, and I've been to Harry Potter with my daughter. Andrew Webb: That is not cheap, but it's a fantastic day out because once you're in, you spend the whole day there. If you take a packed lunch, you can save a lot of money on that, on the thing. But I suppose what I'm saying is that, you know, our museums and galleries, particularly traditionally, the what you might call free spaces, public spaces, are facing unprecedented demand in terms of parents looking for cost effective value days out, as well as funding being cut from central government and that sort of. So they have to do a huge amount with less and less for a bigger audience. And that is a strain on any institution and things like that. Other examples of places that get this. Andrew Webb: So obviously with the Sutton Hoo helmet, the hold in Ipswich, which is Suffolk Council's kind of flagship museum in the county town of Ipswich, but instead of calling it, you know, the Museum of Suffolk, they've called it The Hold, which is a reference to the fact it's on, I think it's either because it's on the shore or it's doing sheep, I'm not sure anyway. But a fantastic space, contemporary modern space had a Lego exhibition a few years ago, borrowed my helmet, had some Lego exhibition stuff to do. And the good thing about that is when these teams have to do quite a lot of comms marketing and, you know, that has a cost as well, but often you see different demographics than perhaps would normally go to a stones and bones museum, if you know what I mean. Right. Andrew Webb: You'll see that it makes it more accessible to the community and to different people who don't like going and looking at the Magna Carta or whatever. For some kids, a day at the British Library is fantastic. Look at all these old books for more, maybe more boisterous children. That's probably not a really great idea. So I think galleries can take a leaf out of this and think, or museums or any institution really can take a leap out of this and think, “How can we do more for less? And what tools can we have that perhaps we haven't considered before, like Lego, as a way to open up our interpretation and our offering?” So this could work in Museum of Docklands, for example. This could work in the royal armouries. Andrew Webb: There's lots of places where if you looking to improve your children's offering that some form of lego, I mean, it ends up all over the floor, it ends up being taken away. Sometimes you've got to watch out for things like that. But that's why I always recommend, like, just the basic blocks and plates, not minifigures and stuff like that, because, you know, they just end up in kids' pockets and trousers. But I do think it is a fantastic tool for developing that interpretation piece. Paul Marden: So I run a coding club using Lego. Okay. So I work with years four, five and six, typically. And we normally start off by the end of two terms, we will be building robotics, programming things, doing amazing things. But we start at the very beginning with just open up a box, and it is amazing what a bunch of seven, eight and nine year olds can do with a two by four red brick just given bricks. Yeah. And they will build amazing things. Yeah. And they will tell you amazing stories. And you also see real diversity in the behaviours of children, because some children, in that free play context, they do not have the skills to do that. And I had one girl recently who hasn't played with Lego, and free play just blew her mind, and she was in tears because she couldn't embrace the creativity of it.Paul Marden: But then the following week, when we were following instructions, she was great at building from a set of instructions, You can do that from a limited palette and give them a mission. Sutton Hoo, build a, I don't know, a sword, build a shield, build something to interpret what you have seen. You're in the transport museum. Build, build. How did you get to the museum this morning? Give them something to do and then let them go. And half an hour later, you will be amazed by what they will have built. Andrew Webb: I actually did something this at the National Archives down in Kew, where they had a kids exhibition. Well, an exhibition in the summer about wacky inventions, because obviously the National Archives holds the patents for all these things, and they've got things like Victorian top hats with umbrellas in, and, you know, all this kind of crazy Heath Robinson style stuff that, you know, forks with four sets of tines, so you can eat four times as much. It just bonkers. Really interesting things. The curators had gone through and found this wacky world, sort of. What's his name? The guy that illustrates Roald Dahl. They got illustrations and all that. Paul Marden: Quentin Blake. Andrew Webb: Yeah, Quentin Blake, yeah. So they had this Quentin Blake sort of stuff, and, like, there was activities. And I came down for some special stuff because they had the first Lego brick patent in the UK. When it was first launched in the UK, 1963, I think it was. That's when they filed the patent. Paul Marden: And I bet. So that patent would be exactly the same as a two by four brick, now, won't it? Andrew Webb: The patent was for a one by four brick. Isometrically dawn. Just three diets. Just three views with what? It was a construction toy. And then the page. Sorry. And the address was just Railway Station Billund. There wasn't like, just all the mail just went to the railway station in Billund just addressed for attention of Lego. And it's only like. I mean, it's not even a sheet of A4, It's a piece like this. And after it is something like a lamp that won't blow out on a thing, and before it's like some special kind of horse comb, but it's kind of this bonkers catalogue of just these things. But again, it was about, “Right. We did some work. The curators and interpreters looked, you know, had kids analyse the painting to think, what could it be? And look at the dates and structure. Look at that.” Andrew Webb: And then I came out and, like, did some Lego. So we did things like, who can build the longest bridge? Who can build the tallest tower out of a single colour? Those sorts of exercises. But then also the free play was build your own wacky invention. And kids are building automatically dog washers, where the dog ran on a thing and it scrubbed its back. And one kid built something that was like a thing for removing getting pips out of apples. It was just like this sort of like this crazy little tool. They like some sort of problem that he had. Andrew Webb: And I think what this also speaks to is developing those stem skills in children and adults and building that engineering, because I've also ran Lego workshops with explorers who I used to, I thought were between Cubs and scouts, but are actually after scouts. So I did this in my local town, here in Saffron Walden, and was like, “Oh, my God, these kids are like, 15, 16. They're not going to want to play Lego. Some of them are in my daughter's year at school, so. Hello, Amy.” And it was really interesting because we did a series of challenges with them. So the egg drop challenge, can you protect an egg and drop it from the floor? And can you build this and work together? Another good one is looker, runner, builder. Andrew Webb: So you give everybody two sets of the same bricks, and one person is the looker, one person is the runner, one person is the builder. So the looker can't touch, but he can tell the runner. The runner can't look at the model, he can only tell the builder, and the builder can't speak back. And so this is a really useful exercise. And I've done this with teams where, because this is exactly what businesses see, engineering will build a product. Sales or their marketing are like, what the hell is, you know, or whatever it might be. Paul Marden: It's that. It's that classic cartoon of a Swing, yeah. Andrew Webb: Yeah. So it's that, you know, this is what the brief said. Engineering interpreter does this. Marketing saw it. So it's a great tool for things like that. Especially when you put people like the C Suite or CEO's or leaders at the end, because all they're getting is the information and it. It's there and it's how to build communications. Because in life, the fluctuations reverse. A CEO says, “Let's do this.” And by the time it's cascaded down to engineering, who don't get a say, it's not at all what he imagined so, or they imagined so, it's. It's an interesting case of using tools like that. So I did that with these kids and it was fascinating because they're 14, 15, 16.Andrew Webb: A group of three girls won two out of the three challenges and probably could have won a third one if I felt that I couldn't award it to them again because it would just look weird. And they were smashing the looker runner builder thing. They were working together as a team, they were concentrating, they were solving problems, they were being creative, they took some time to prototype, they refined and iterated their design. They were doing all this sort of work. And it's brilliant because 15 year old girls don't often take engineering related STEM subjects at GCSE. Certainly, probably don't take them at a level and more than enough. And I think that I once interviewed Eben Upton, who invented Raspberry Pi, and he said, “We think about the eighties as this sort of like golden age of computing, but actually it was terrible. It was terrible for diversity, it was terrible for inclusion.“Andrew Webb: And he said, “Like growing up, there was one other kid in his town that had a computer, you know, so there was no sort of way to sort of getting other people involved and make this accessible.” And part of the reason now computers have got smaller. Some of the work I did at Pytop was like trying to make technology more accessible and seeing it not just video games and things like that, but actually I can use this in a fashion show, or I can make music, or I can use this to power some lights to do a theatre production, and trying to bring the, I guess, the creative arts into technology. And that's when we start to see the interest application of technology. Andrew Webb: And Lego plays a part in that, in the fact that it is a tool, a rapid prototyping tool that everybody is familiar with. And it is also, you know, clean, safe. There's no, you don't need blow torches and saws and those sorts of things to kind of prototype anything. You don't even need a pair of scissors, you know, it's completely tool free, unless you're using that little mini separator to get your bricks apart. And so I think that just circle back on, like, how the Science Museum or what's the one down there? Isabel Kingdom Brunel Museum and things like that. I can see those guys could be and should be thinking about, “How could we have a Lego programme?“Andrew Webb: You don't have to have a permanent deployment like they've got at Sutton Hoo although that is great because they've got the mast there as the head piece of it. But certainly a programme of events or summer camps or summer events, because I did this with English Heritage at Kenilworth Castle as well. They were having, like, a big Lego build and the public were invited in 15-minute shifts into a big marquee and everyone got given a tile. And the idea was to build the gardens because the gardens at Kenilworth Castle were laid out to impress Elizabeth the first. And so everybody got there was like bunches of stuff and regular bricks, also flowers and this sort of stuff. And it was like, “Come on, we've got to build something to impress a queen.” Andrew Webb: He said to kids, like, “Yeah, you've got to impress. Bling it up, like, dial it to ten.” And were just getting these enormous, like, avatar sized trees with just incredible bits hanging off it. And like, “There she has a teapot because she might want a cup of tea.” And you're like, “Brilliant, excellent. Of course she does.” And so I think that. And then they moved through. Some of the Legos were selected to be displayed and things like that. So there's different ways you can do it. You can either do it as like. And I'm a big fan of the drop in sessions because kids and parents can just naturally build it into their day rather than the pre built. My child was. We were rubbish at, like, organising things. Andrew Webb: People like, “Oh, great. Half term, it's a chocolate thing, sold out ". And you're like, yeah, because there's 30 spaces for three and a half thousand kids who want to do it. Whereas if it's like a walkthrough or a. In groups phase through and then the activity, small kids kind of conk out after about 20 minutes, half an hour anyway. You get much more people through and much more people get to enjoy the experience rather than the 30 organised people who got up early and booked. So that's my other top tip to any institution, because it's heavily weather dependent as well. Sun comes out, everyone piles pass into the nearest sort of stately home, national attraction. All of those places can definitely benefit English Heritage. Did a really big push this half term, just gone on Lego at several events. Andrew Webb: We had one here at Audley End, there was one at Kenilworth that I was at. There's been pairs of the ones all around the country, because again, you just need a marquee, which most venues have access to because they use them for other things or some sort of space in case it rains. And you just see someone like me and a whole massive tub of Lego and you're off to the races. Paul Marden: Exactly. So we were talking about this at the conference yesterday about ways in which. So for many attractions, people turning up is a literal flip of a coin. Is the weather good or is the weather bad? What can you do to adapt your attraction to be able to deal with when it's bad? And then what can you do to bring people when you have made that adaptation? So, you know, you've now got a marquee and you have a Lego exhibit that you can put into there. So it's just dumping a pile of Lego and a bunch of well trained volunteers or visitor experienced people who can facilitate that, police it, little Johnny sticking minifigs in his pocket. Paul Marden: And then you turn on your Google Adwords and show that you've got this, you know, bad weather reason to go to a stately home that my daughter would turn her nose up to all of a sudden, “Okay, we're going to go and do that. We're going to go and have afternoon tea and you're going to go and play with some Lego and see some animals, maybe.” Yeah, what can you do to attract that extra audience and adapt to the bad weather and service different sorts of people? Andrew Webb: I think that comes down to a bear in mind. I convert some of my Lego lens rather than a venue lens. But I think speaking as a parent and someone who does this is you need a reason to go back to somewhere that you already know. Okay, so you go to Stonehenge, you go and look at the stones, you go, “Wow.” You look at the visitor centre and then it's ticked off. I mean, you see busloads of tourists. Stonehenge is at Cambridge, maybe, or Oxford people, when people do England, Lambeth, Heathrow, London Crown Jewels, Tower Bridge, West End, day trip out on a coach to Stonehenge, maybe to Cambridge, and that's it, off to Paris. Right? So parents like British people like that too. Like why go to Stonehenge four times a year? Or why go to any venue when you're familiar with it? Andrew Webb: It's always about offering something new and something different. Audley End up near where I live, I think, is English Heritage. All through July, every Sunday, they're just doing music. So there's a string quartet or someone with a harp or maybe someone with a guitar or whatever. And you've got a book, but it's. It's not like there's 30 places and it's a bonfight. It's just like, “Oh, wow, they've done something different.” They do a really great thing. Like, they do victorian falconry, for example. So they get someone in who talks about how Victorians use falconry for hunting as a sport, but also for the kitchen table, and they're flying falcons around and doing the whole bit of meat on a string and all this sort of stuff. And everyone, like, “They do a world war two one.”Andrew Webb: I mean, the editorial calendar for any venue's got to look like, “Go and make Christmas food. January, we're closed to kind of dust and clean everything. Valentine's Day, chocolate make you put. It's daffodils”, it's whatever it might be. And then you just build that. Build that programme in and you need. This is why I think that venues now, again, I'll just come back to that. You talk about AdWords, but that, again, is more spend. It's like, how'd you build that mail list? How do you drop into the local Facebook groups and Mumsnet and all that kind of stuff? You know, that's where you can do it organically rather than. Because people don't sit in front of Google necessarily, or think, like, what should we do? Paul Marden: You sit on the sofa on a Thursday night trying to figure out what on earth are we going to do this weekend? Yeah, so you're completely right. The mum's net, the content marketing, is hugely important, isn't it? Andrew Webb: Which is my job. But also it's kind of like how can institutions become part of that? When I say community, if you think about most people travel a thin hour to go somewhere. I mean, people go further afield, you know, but. But basically it's like, what? My mom turns, like, a tea and a pee. So you've got to go somewhere. You've got to have a cup of tea, visit the loos. It's all about tea. It's all about canteens and loos, basically. You could have a World Heritage Site, UNESCO World Heritage site. And it's like, how good's the caf? And are the toilets clean? Yeah, that's what people remember. Gar went hens at dawn. I was awed by the majestic. But that Looney D cleaning, you know, it's not good. It's all that people come home with. Andrew Webb: So, you know, institutions go into place that they are trying to offer different things. Like late nights. We've talked about that. How can we use this space after hours? Because if you think about it, if your institution's open 10 till 6, most people are at work five days a week, you're gonna have students and pensioners who are gonna be not great spenders, either of those two groups. So, late nights, I went to a great one in the National Gallery when the James Bond film. I was kind of sitting royale or whatever. He's still on the top of the National Gallery overlooking Trafalgar Square, and they've got the national dining rooms there and they had Vesper Martini, everyone got a cocktail. Andrew Webb: And then went to look at the fighting Temeraire, which is the bit where he's standing with Q, the new Q, who voices Paddington, whose name escapes me and gives him, like, a gun and a radio, but they're like the fighting Temeraire by Turner is this little thing. And so, you know, you've got to make hay out of that, right? You've got to sort of, like, do a late night, various ones. And so all it was a few cocktails in the cafe next door and are taught by the curator and stuff like that. But 30 people just looking for an experience. And so if venues are clever, of course, the dark side of this is when you get Willy Wonka world up in Scotland. Andrew Webb: Or interestingly, some of the Lego events that have been happening at NEC have caused a massive online backslash in the community for just being exceptionally bad value for money. And so you read about these things that people have said, “Come and visit Santa's grotto, and it's just a muddy field with a tree in it,” so you've got to be careful. But I think those events, those sort of fly by night kind of institutions, don't really work. But how galleries can leverage the creativity of what they're doing? Whether they are come and paint in our, you know, our local gallery, come and have an art class, come and do that. People are looking for stuff to do that is value for money. That isn't always drink lead, you know, it's not always cocktail making or things like that. Andrew Webb: And that comes with a whole heap of other things and dietary requirements for cookery courses and just clean up and the mess and all that kind of stuff. So I think that, yeah, canning organisations, the ones that can really think about that, and I'm happy to help organisations who want to think about this, especially through the life of Lego. They will be the ones that will start to add and build out and develop their. What you might term this whole sector needs a name. The kind of extracurricular offering, we might say, above and beyond their collection and then their traditional interpretation and if they're. Paul Marden: Thinking of doing this. So there's a good why. Yeah, the why is you can reach diverse audiences, helps people with interpretation. Andrew Webb: Quite cheap. Paul Marden: Yeah, absolutely. It's a cheap way of extending your offering and diversifying what you do. You can bring in event elements to this, but how do they do it? Apart from engaging with somebody like you? And I'm going to guess there's not many people like you. So that's going to be a tricky thing for some people to do. But if they were starting from scratch, how would they go about doing this? You said earlier, “Don't go mad with buying the bricks and spending a fortune on.”Andrew Webb: There are people like me that can do all this as well as myself. I think that the first thing is plan it. Plan what you need to do. You can't throw this stuff together. You might be looking at. Already the hold have been contacting me for a late night they're doing in September. They contacted me April. Paul Marden: Okay. Andrew Webb: Because if you're a creator, you're planning exhibitions, you are thinking on that long term cycle. Paul Marden: Yeah, completely. Andrew Webb: And so what you need to do is bake this in as part of that curational process or part of the interpretation of things at the start, rather than like, “Right, we're doing exhibit on Peter Rabbit, let's chuck in a load of fluffy bunnies or whatever.” You know, it's got to be. You've got to think about it and have it contextualised. I think the best things are. What success looks like is, first of all, you need a space. Now you can hire a marquee that comes with a cost. If you're a venue and you've got your own or you've got a hall or a stables or interpretational room or something like that, often spaces, specifically bigger ones, will have classroom spaces for school groups anyway. So that's often that can be where you can host these sorts of events. Kids are very familiar. Andrew Webb: The chairs are all small wall colour, you know, etc. Industrial strength carpet in case stuff gets built. So locations like where you're going to stage this? Paul Marden: Yeah. Andrew Webb: Secondly, I think you need to think about, what do we want people to do? What is the experience? What is the narrative piece? Because you can't just say, here's a big part of Lego. Kids will just build cars and houses, right? You know, they need context. You know, if you give a kid a sheet of paper, you could draw anything. They're like, well, what? And so you need to give them a mission almost. They need a task, I think. Also think about, as I said before, keeping the tasks around 20 minutes, because actually adding the time running out jeopardy element is quite fun for kids because they'll go, “Well, I've only got five minutes left.” And often that's when it all falls apart and then they have to iterate the design. Andrew Webb: So think about that kind of moving people through in 15 to 20 minutes cycles. We had kids at Kenilworth, that would go out the exit and just walk back around and come in the front like that. Like four or five times. One boy came in, he was loving it. So think about that. Think about how you're going to move people through the space. Think about what you need to envisage it. So the Kenilworth, for example, there was me hosting it from dawn toward dusk. We had another builder there who was helping take break it all down and put them against the model that we built. There were two members of staff who were letting people through, so just monitoring it from an entry exit point of view, walkie talkies, in case people had issues and things like that. Andrew Webb: And think about when you're going to do it. Okay, so half term is a good one. It's a good thing to do. We saw a lot of this at Kenilworth, but I've seen other places as well, particularly half terms and things like that. You often see grandparents caring for grandchildren, right? Because parents are at work and grandparents can only walk around the site so much before they want to sit down. So sometimes have it, like, think about where they can. And when I was at Kenilworth, grandparents came in with their two grandkids, and the kids started playing and I was like, you could join in, too. Oh, no, I don't want it. You know, they were almost like, “I can't do this. It's like, come on, get in, get in. Come on, grandma. Come on. I'll show you how it works. “Andrew Webb: By the end of that session, they were memory making. I then took their photo with their phones, they'd have this sort of grandparent. But, you know, you always say it like, my grandfather taught me to fish. Like Sean Connery says in the hunt for red October. This sort of moment where sort of, it's a Hollywood trope that grandfather knowledge is sort of passed on type of thing. Right. And so you can see that where you could have this, almost either the reverse of that, of kids showing grandparents, but also they're all having this event outside of the parental unit. So it's a new type of experience. It adds value, it gets people to play with their grandkids. Paul Marden: Priceless. Andrew Webb: So I think that's kind of an interesting way. So think about when, think about where and think about what will be my three sort of tips for any institution looking to put this together. Paul Marden: You gave one the other day which I thought was priceless, which was, don't give them wheels. Andrew Webb: Oh, yes. Paul Marden: Don't include the wheels. Andrew Webb: Take the wheels out of any sets, unless you are the Transport Museum or the, you know, a car based museum, because kids will do wings as well. I'd probably suggest taking those out because kids have just built cars. Some kids have just built cars, you know, even if you give them a mission. Unless that is the mission. The other thing that I would think that venues could do as well as sort of all day events, because it's quite a time drain, you know, on staff and this sort of stuff, but it is a value. The other thing you can think about is one off evening events for adults. Yes, I've done this. I did this at my local add them shops. Bricks, beers and bubbles challenges supercompass teams. Think of it like a pub quiz with brick is the answer. Andrew Webb: So build me a thing that does that kind of thing. Teams all get together, you can race them, you can see who goes the furthest. You can do all this stuff. And the hold is what I'm doing at the hold in September. I did it at the hold a couple of years ago. And what was interesting was that we had quite diverse groups of adults. We had just couples who were clearly AFOLs and were like, “Yeah, I'm going to go to that.” We had a group of friends. One of them had just come back from years travelling and they didn't want to go sort of straight to the pub and just interrogate him about his travelling, whatever. Andrew Webb: They kind of like, “Well, we wanted something to do where we could have a beer and have a chat, but were doing something else whilst we're doing that.” And that's the joy of Lego. Your hands are doing the work and you're almost like the back of your brain is doing the work and you're like, “Oh, yeah, yeah. Before you kick them.” And the concentration levels are there and then you can kind of get into that state of flow. And so they were just having this lovely chat, had a beer, talking about stuff, but also memory making in terms of when he came back from his travelling. So I think that's really important. Andrew Webb: Did you know that this is your brain, right? And then your brain on Lego, there are 24 discrete skills that are happening in your brain. So Lego research this, things like fine motor skills, cognitive sort of thinking about things, future planning, my favourite emotional regulation that is not going, “Oh, my God, it's not working. And smashing all to pieces.” So I've seen this as well with children, is that when you give them a Lego, if you gave them jelly and a football, they'll all just. They're a high energy kind of things, right? And that's fine, great outdoors, kids want to burn off energy. Here's a load of balls. Go crazy, right? Or ball pits, trampolines, bouncy castles, those sorts of things. When you get on Lego, what actually happens is it's very hard to be anarchic, to use a wrong word, but a word. It's very hard to be anarchic with Lego because you can't really do it. Andrew Webb: And so you can get a group of kids together and they'll almost self invigilate. And at one point, I ran it at a local toy shop and the parents are all hanging about and like, “I've never seen them so quiet.” They were just in the state of flow. And so, I think, you know, again, back to the. Back to the explorers and the scouts, that was one of the best sessions that those kids had done as teenagers because the reason was they were given permission to play with Lego. They still had the muscle memory from when they were smaller children. They were solving. They weren't just being told to play with Lego, they were actually solving engineering challenges. How can you design a bridge that will take this weight? How can you protect an egg? How can you think about this? Andrew Webb: And so you need to think about the challenge and the what. You need to think about that, the where and you think about the when, as I said, and get those right. You can have a very exceptional visitor experience for not a huge amount of effort. It's not highly costly, it's not highly technical, it's just a bit of elbow grease and a bit of forward thinking in terms of what we might need. And I think that parents appreciate just that minute away where they can. It's almost like a 20 minute babysitter, right, where they can just go, “Don't touch that.” You know, you're walking around a stately home, “Don't sit there, don't touch. Mind the lady.” All that kind of no data that parents give out institutions, they can just take a breather and check their phones and whatever. Paul Marden: And the kids are just having an amazing time. Andrew Webb: Yeah. And the kids are happy. And at the end of the day, as a parent, we all do our best and you just want, you know, them to be playing with something screen free, getting along and learning something. And, you know, that is the win. That is the ultimate takeout. You can layer on your own institution in context and rev up the visitor experience, bring in new visitors, attract a more diverse group of people that perhaps wouldn't normally come to a Regency Rococo style villa or whatever it might be, then that's all to the better, because, you know, you can start to use this in your planning and you can do what Suntton Hoo did? And go, right, well, we've done this and it's really worked. Andrew Webb: And then I can apply for funding for it and I can expand and I can make it permanent and then I can sort of say, well, this now becomes a tool and a string and arbo for our educational. It doesn't have to be split between visitor attractions and development. It can, you know, you can split it between several parts of the institution and use it in different ways, use it for educational purposes as well as visitor experience. So the world's your oyster with a bit of thinking. Paul Marden: With a bit of Lego and a bit of thinking. Andrew Webb: Bit of Lego, yeah. A few bricks and a couple of tricks and you're off to the races. Paul Marden: Andrew, this has been brilliant. Thank you ever so much. Andrew Webb: You're welcome. Paul Marden: I've got one more question for you before we finish. Now, you bottled this earlier on when I said we always have a book recommendation from our guests. And in spite of having the fullest bookshelf I've seen in quite a long time, you've bottled it on a book. But you did offer me a favourite movie. And so what would be your movie recommendation of choice? Andrew Webb: My go to movie would probably be Withnail and I, Richard E. Grant's first film. Every line has came down from God on a tablet. I mean, it is just. Yeah. Richard Griffiths as Uncle Monty, Paul McGann. It's just one of my favourite films and, you know, cult classic that no one's really. Well, people have heard of it now, but again, they even make stuff out with Alan Eyright. So you can go and watch a screening of it at the farm at Crow Crag up in Penrith, you know, and everyone dresses up and everyone comes with Mister blathering sets tea and I come on holiday by mistake and Jessie says, Danny. Andrew Webb: And, you know, fortunately, for better or for worse, I know these are tough times, but people try and find the fun in things. They try and at the end of the day, everyone's looking for a good time, whether we're children or an adult. You want something to just have a laugh and take you away for a moment. And if films and culture but also experiences can do that, then that's all for the good. Paul Marden: Well, look, this is going to be a challenge, but listeners, if you would like a copy of Andrew's film recommendation, then when we release the show message on X, if you can retweet that and say, “Give me Andrew's movie”, then the first person that does that, somehow I will get the movie to you. It might be on VHS, it might be on DVD, but somehow we will get you a movie. Andrew Webb: I found a CD the other day from a bar I used to go to in Clapham in the noughties and late ‘90s. I said to my mate, look, I'm great, put it on. And I went, “I can't.” I haven't got a CD player anymore. I had to go dig through a box somewhere in the study to find a portable CD player that plugged into my computer that could. By the end of it, we're just laugh. Forget it. Paul Marden: Andrew, this has been wonderful. Thank you ever so much. Andrew Webb: You're welcome. Cheers. Paul Marden: Thanks for listening to Skip the Queue. If you've enjoyed this podcast, please leave us a five star review. It really helps others find us. And remember to follow us on Twitter for your chance to win the books that have been mentioned. Skip The Queue is brought to you by Rubber Cheese, a digital agency that builds remarkable systems and websites for attractions that helps them increase their visitor numbers. 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In this episode, we dive into a variety of exciting LEGO news. We start with the thrilling reveal of the Wicked trailer built in LEGO, a must-see for fans of the beloved musical. Next, we highlight the eagerly awaited Legend of Zelda Great Deku Tree set, now available for pre-order, and encourage listeners to vote in the LEGO Ideas competition for a new Classic Space Minifigure! We celebrate Minecraft's 15th anniversary and explore a fascinating speed-build showdown between an NVIDIA computer build and the LEGO Millennium Falcon. Lastly, don't miss our comprehensive June shopping guide, packed with the latest must-have sets and accessories for your collection. That and more on this week's Bricking LEGO News!Thank you, Patrons! - Bellefonte Bricks Studio, Ryan Moore, Franco Portelli, Jimmy Tucker, Ryan S, David, Matthew Vanden Boogart, Paul Snellen, Lee Jackson, Pop's Block ShopSet Review: 10298 Vespa 125Rebrickable MOC Review: Zelda: Adventures on the Great Sea by JKBrickworks (YouTube)Wicked TrailerLegend of Zelda Great Deku Tree - PRE-ORDERVote for a new Classic Space Minifigure - Ideas VoteBlack Women and LEGOIowa's first LEGO StoreBIG Doghouseteen steals $20k in LEGOBrick Fest LIVE conSeattle Skyscraper exhibitMinecraft 15th anniversaryTie Interceptor GWPHill Climb AdventuresLEGO Ideas Apple store Peppa Pig appNVIDIA build vs. LEGO buildNonprofit for the blindBillund Miniland on fireNightmare Before ChristmasUniqlo spacePick-a-BrickSimpsons return?Thomas Muller LEGO AmbassadorJune shopping guideSupport the Show.See some of the designs I've built - REBRICKABLE.COMHead over to Back2brick.com for links to the latest LEGO set discounts!Support the podcast through our affiliate links AND join the Back 2 Brick Patreon!Have a question? Want to be a guest? Send me a message!backtobrick@gmail.comBack 2 Brick Podcast is not an affiliate nor endorsed by the LEGO Group.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.
Welcome to the latest episode of Bricking LEGO News, where we dive into the vibrant world of LEGO updates! In this episode, we explore the excitement surrounding the Notre-Dame de Paris architecture, the Mona Lisa, and much more! Additionally, we discuss the thrilling trailer for "Rebuild the Galaxy" and the latest Star Wars video game available for free on Prime Gaming.Plus, we highlight the Bricklink mini contest and updates on Bricklink Series 2 pricing, along with a glance at the new terms of service for LEGO Ideas. From out-of-this-world workshops to heartwarming stories like honeybees working with LEGO, there's something for every LEGO enthusiast in this jam-packed episode. Tune in for all this and more in the Bricking LEGO News podcast!Thank you, Patrons! - Bellefonte Bricks Studio, Ryan Moore, Franco Portelli, Jimmy Tucker, Ryan S, David, Matthew Vanden Boogart, Paul Snellen, Lee JacksonSet Review: 21056 Taj MahalRebrickable MOC Review: DeLorean Time Machine V2 by FirefabricNotre-Dame de Paris - Pre-orderIdeas Tuxedo Cat Mona Lisa - Pre-orderRebuild the Galaxy - TrailerFree Star Wars video game - Prime GamingRenault's E-Tech transmission prototypeStar DestroyerLEGO Island rebootFortnite x Star Wars questsBricklink mini contestBricklink Series 2 pricingBricklink Series 5Ideas terms of serviceOut-of-this-World workshops - LinkHoneybees work together with LEGODreamZZz season 2Hill ClimbTennesse footballstolen LEGO set for kids birthdayIcons Retro Radio48 project for LEGO IdeasTake your LEGO sets vertically! Head to Elevenmark.com and use code BACK2BRICK to take 10% off your order.Support on PATREON!!!Buy the latest LEGO merchandise from the Back 2 Brick Wear Etsy Store!Support the Show.See some of the designs I've built - REBRICKABLE.COMHead over to Back2brick.com for links to the latest LEGO set discounts!Support the podcast through our affiliate links AND join the Back 2 Brick Patreon!Have a question? Want to be a guest? Send me a message!backtobrick@gmail.comBack 2 Brick Podcast is not an affiliate nor endorsed by the LEGO Group.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.
On this episode we talk about the new LEGO Ideas projects that will become LEGO sets in the future and which builds didn't make the team. Enjoying the show...give us a like and comment on all platforms. Help us make the LEGO world available to all!Find us everywhere through LinkTreeMusic: www.bensound.comLEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2024 The LEGO Group.THE BRICKS KING PODCAST IS NOT ENDORSED BY THE LEGO GROUP OR AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-bricks-king-podcast-lego--4920139/support.
In this episode we take you on a nostalgic journey filled with iconic TV shows and films. From discussing the recent LEGO Ideas contest themed around 1980s properties to exploring the possibility of a collaborative build focused on 1985's memorable releases at Bricks Cascade.
In deze aflevering van Side Quest hebben we Lucas Bolt te gast. Lucas is werkzaam bij Guerilla Games en won vorig jaar een wedstrijd waarin hij een Dungeons and Dragons LEGO set moest ontwerpen. De set is deze week uitgekomen en hij vertelt alles over het proces van de competitie, het maken van een LEGO set en zijn werkzaamheden bij Guerilla Games. Lucas blijft ook zitten om het te hebben over het belangrijkste gaming nieuws van de week, zoals de aankondiging van Marvel Rivals. Dankzij Sony kunnen we jullie nu ook prachtige beelden voorschotelen op zowel YouTube als Spotify, als je onze gezichtjes wil zien, dan kan dat dus daar. Hier in de studio hebben we een hele zieke camera staan, de Sony FX3. Met deze camera is ook de film The Creator gefilmd en dat zie je ook terug in de kwaliteit van onze opnames. Hoofdstukken (00:00:00) - Intro (00:03:10) - Introductie van onze gast: Lucas Bolt en meer over zijn D&D LEGO set. (00:47:00) - Wat is er gespeeld? (01:08:00) - Komen steam games naar Xbox? (01:14:00) - Gearbox is terug bij Take-Two (01:18:30) - Marvel Rivals is aangekondigd. (01:22:34) - Media Tips (01:27:15) - Poll uitslag & outro
Send us a Text Message.In this episode, the hosts discuss various topics related to anime and football. They start by discussing which anime characters would best represent football teams. They then move on to talk about anime villains that are hard to hate, highlighting characters like Maximilian Pegasus from Yu-Gi-Oh!, Sukuna from Jujutsu Kaisen, and Akihiko Kayaba from Sword Art Online. The episode concludes with some final thoughts and a preview of the upcoming podcast episode. In this part of the conversation, the hosts discuss which villains they would help succeed and which anime verse has the best villains. They mention characters like Doflamingo and Madara from One Piece, as well as Askeladd from Vinland Saga. They also talk about the unique qualities of One Piece villains and how they are developed throughout the series. Overall, they highlight the importance of well-written and compelling villains in anime. Chapters00:00 Introduction and Super Bowl Week03:44 Anime Characters Representing Football Teams11:49 Anime Villains That Are Hard to Hate19:24 Discussion on Various Anime Villains26:29 Conclusion and Final Thoughts29:35 Helping a Villain Succeed49:40 Best Villains in Anime56:41 Confusion in JJK57:14 Comparison with Chainsaw Man58:02 Villains in JJK58:34 Collecting Akatsuki Funko Pops59:02 Detailed Funko Pop Designs01:00:19 Building LEGO Sets01:01:39 LEGO Frustrations01:03:13 LEGO Ideas and Naruto Sets01:05:22 Lack of Patience for Puzzles01:06:17 Being Villains01:06:50 Jake's Voyage on the Grand Line01:07:08 Closing RemarksYou can support the podcast in the following waysLinktree: https://linktr.ee/animeriftpodcast
Heute haben wir wilde Gerüchte zur Sommerwelle von Star Wars. Wir sprechen über das BDP, LEGO Ideas und wir haben neue Informationen zur Mikroversion der Ninjago City.
LEGO Ideas has over 42 new sets ready to be reviewed by The LEGO Group, which ones will become sets? Micro Ninjago City is coming soon, but will it be a gift with purchase? A LEGO Masters contestant faced a harrowing journey from Portland on a plane that lost it's door! All that and more on this week's Bricking News!Support on PATREON!!!Thank you, Patrons! - Bellefonte Bricks Studio, Ryan Moore, Franco Portelli, Jimmy Tucker, Ryan S, DavidBuy the latest LEGO merchandise from the Back 2 Brick Wear Etsy Store!Set Review: 42639 Andrea's Modern Mansion Ideas 3rd reviewMicro Ninjago City Series 1 Brickline pre-ordersKingfisher revealedBlock Party for Brick FestBraille in new languagesPS Plus games for JanuaryMoorhead LEGO movieLEGO Masters on the scary flight!Harry Potter Collectible cardsPoland Brand AmabassadorAnimal Crossing is coming soon Support the showSee some of the designs I've built - REBRICKABLE.COMHead over to Back2brick.com for links to the latest LEGO set discounts!Support the podcast through our affiliate links AND join the Back 2 Brick Patreon!Have a question? Want to be a guest? Send me a message!backtobrick@gmail.comBack 2 Brick Podcast is not an affiliate nor endorsed by the LEGO Group.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.
On this episode we talk about the latest wave of LEGO Ideas projects that have made it into the review stage. Follow the link to see all the incredible projects.Enjoying the show...give us a like and comment on all platforms. Help us make the LEGO world available to all!Find us everywhere through LinkTreeMusic: www.bensound.comLEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.THE BRICKS KING PODCAST IS NOT ENDORSED BY THE LEGO GROUP OR AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-bricks-king-podcast-lego/support.
Welcome all to the New Year! For the first week of the new year, it's all about Brickheadz, tons of them! A new theme is coming... truly a minion fiesta! Build your family tree with the LEGO Ideas x Target set and learn what Ideas are coming this year. All that and more on this week's Bricking News.Support on PATREON!!!Thank you, Patrons! - Bellefonte Bricks Studio, Ryan Moore, Franco Portelli, Jimmy Tucker, Ryan S, DavidBuy the latest LEGO merchandise from the Back 2 Brick Wear Etsy Store!Set Review: 40623 Battle on Endor Heroes BrickheadzBarad-dûr Code Orange - Despicable Me 4 Phantom Menace BrickheadzStar Wars 25th anniversaryTemporary packing in USAFortnite HelicopterNon-profit stole LEGO setsCommander Cody BrickheadzStar Wars 2024 setsSpiderman, Sonic, Stitch BrickheadzDisney Stitch figureLEGOLAND Florida Ninjago weekendsBrickUniverse in VirginiaRumors for LEGO Ideas 2024Ideas Family TreeReuse the Bricks!LEGO Star Wars 25th AnniversaryIdeas Polaroid contestSupport the showSee some of the designs I've built - REBRICKABLE.COMHead over to Back2brick.com for links to the latest LEGO set discounts!Support the podcast through our affiliate links AND join the Back 2 Brick Patreon!Have a question? Want to be a guest? Send me a message!backtobrick@gmail.comBack 2 Brick Podcast is not an affiliate nor endorsed by the LEGO Group.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.
On this episode we talk about two new LEGO Ideas projects that have been approved, the optics of the selections, and preview what the next round of submissions that will be voted on in the coming weeks. Follow along with the current round of approvals as well as the round of 49 projects coming soon.Get your show merch here! Enjoying the show...give us a like and comment on all platforms. Help us make the LEGO world available to all!Find us everywhere through LinkTreeMusic: www.bensound.comLEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.THE BRICKS KING PODCAST IS NOT ENDORSED BY THE LEGO GROUP OR AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-bricks-king-podcast-lego/support.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4920139/advertisement
In this festive episode of Bricking News, we unwrap the exciting world of LEGO as we approach the dawn of 2024. LEGO is set to make a splash with collaborations ranging from the virtual landscapes of Fortnite to the charming villages of Animal Crossing, with box art ready to grace store shelves. The first LEGO Ideas results for 2024 are revealed, showcasing some unexpected fan creations that spark lively discussions within the community. As we delve into the intersection of gaming and bricks, discover how players can embody Mr. Beast's philanthropic spirit in Fortnite's gaming realm. Join us for a spirited celebration of a Merry LEGO Christmas and a sneak peek into the promising start of the new year on this week's Bricking News!Support on PATREON!!!Thank you, Patrons! - Bellefonte Bricks Studio, Ryan Moore, Franco Portelli, Jimmy Tucker, Ryan S, DavidBuy the latest LEGO merchandise from the Back 2 Brick Wear Etsy Store!Set Review: 21343 Viking VillageAnimal Crossing box artLEGO Ideas resultsFortnite PatchesNinjago x FortniteLEGO McLaren collaborationLEGO Masters Holiday Bricktacular - Winner!LEGO Ideas 2024Bricktales VRMaster Builder hospital visitMacaw Parrot ArtMr. Beast Minifig!CMF weightsModular postcardsLEGO Ideas 15th Anniversary winnersNew Years GWP LEGO Masters Season 4 winner!Support the showSee some of the designs I've built - REBRICKABLE.COMHead over to Back2brick.com for links to the latest LEGO set discounts!Support the podcast through our affiliate links AND join the Back 2 Brick Patreon!Have a question? Want to be a guest? Send me a message!backtobrick@gmail.comBack 2 Brick Podcast is not an affiliate nor endorsed by the LEGO Group.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.
Greetings LEGO® Fans! Today Chris and Mark are here to discuss 10 of their favorite gift options from Atlanta Brick Co's extensive inventory. Not only are almost all of these much cheaper to buy at Atlanta Brick Co compated to Amazon but they all have great potential to increase in value over the next few years. Do you have any of these sets? Which ones would you want to give or receive? Let us know in the comments! *Disclaimer, Any advice or ideas presented in this video are for entertainment purposes only.*Our Website: https://atlbrick.comJoin this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTA_vCAnE6Q9z1r1jKviosQ/joinPhone: 470-414-2208Our Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/atlbrick/Our Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/atlbrickco/?hl=en
Support on PATREON!!!Thank you, Patrons! - Bellefonte Bricks Studio, Ryan Moore, Franco Portelli, Derek Graeff, Jimmy Tucker, Ryan S, DavidSee some of the designs I've built - REBRICKABLE.COMTune in on Monday for a special LEGO investor interview! Get ready for another thrilling episode of Bricking News! This week, LEGO transports us to the mystical sands of Arakkis with its latest release, the Royal Ornithopter set. Join us as we take a high-flying adventure over this exciting new addition to the LEGO universe.But that's not all; LEGO enthusiasts, listen up! We've scoured the LEGO landscape to bring you incredible discounts, from the beloved LEGO Ideas treehouse to this year's holiday advent calendars. It's the perfect time to expand your LEGO collection without breaking the bank.Join us in making a difference as we highlight a noble cause in this episode. Discover how you can support efforts to provide LEGO sets to underprivileged kids, spreading joy and creativity one brick at a time. It's a heartwarming story of the LEGO community coming together for a meaningful purpose.Don't miss a beat; tune in to this week's episode of Bricking News for all the LEGO news and excitement you crave. Subscribe, like, and share as we explore the endless possibilities with LEGO!SET REVIEW (affiliate link): 42230 Walt Disney Tribute CameraIdeas Treehouse Discount - Affiliate linkSteamboat WillieLEGO Avengers: Code Red TrailerLEGO Ornithopter - Pre-order linkCreations for Charity - Donate today!Bricktales Halloween DLC - TrailerAward-winning Braille Bricks - Purchase linkGalileo tribute GWPAir JordansCostco building tableLEGO sperm...LEGO education on vehicle safetyAdvent calendars discountedTrade in Your bricksAustralian couple go overboard!Support the showHave a question? Want to be a guest? Send me a message!backtobrick@gmail.comHead over to Back2Brick.com to follow all our blog posts!Support the podcast through our affiliate links AND join the Back 2 Brick Patreon!Back 2 Brick Podcast is not an affiliate nor endorsed by the LEGO Group.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.
Support on PATREON!!!Thank you, Patrons! - Ryan Moore, Franco Portelli, Derek Graeff, Jimmy Tucker, Ryan S, David, Cam RussellWho wouldn't want a huge modular build this year? I mean, we need a mall for our LEGO cities! Taylor Swift can finally be immortalized in LEGO, and this probably won't be the last time. Join the latest LEGO Ideas contest to help create a set that promotes STEM for all those young scientists out there!SET REVIEW (affiliate link): 76419 Hogwarts Castle and groundsModular 2024 rumorStar Wars UCS Venator-ClassSpeed Champion 2024 rumor2K Drive Pass Season 2Winter Village leakMiniland Detroit Auto ShowMega Bloks (brand name, no correction needed)LEGO Masters Season 5!LEGO Masters Celebrity Holiday BricktacularTaylor Swift + Batman mosaic - INSTRUCTIONSLEGO x Target = STEMHogwarts comes to life in CanadaLo-fi girl...Magic Maze GWPParrot art rumorLEGO Inspiration deck gameMinifigure fiasco - did they solve it?LEGO Masters Jr.Steamboat Willie GWP Support the showHave a question? Want to be a guest? Send me a message!backtobrick@gmail.comCheck my pages outBack 2 Brick Links!Back 2 Brick Podcast is not an affiliate nor endorsed by the LEGO Group.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.
Today, the LEGO Group is revealing the new LEGO Ideas The Insect Collection. The LEGO® Ideas The Insects Collection will be available globally via LEGO Stores and at LEGO.com/insects from 4th September 2023 for LEGO VIPs and 7th September for all at the recommended retail price of $79.99 / €79.99 / £69.99. Get your show merch here!Enjoying the show...give us a like and comment on all platforms. Help us make the LEGO world available to all!Find us everywhere through LinkTreeMusic: www.bensound.comLEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.THE BRICKS KING PODCAST IS NOT ENDORSED BY THE LEGO GROUP OR AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4920139/advertisement
In this landmark episode, Tiger and Yoshimitzu finally review the highest grossing video game movie of all time, and discuss what is next for the show going forward... Geeks and Games Discord: https://discord.gg/Ap4kkaVSe3 Yoshimitzu's LEGO Ideas: https://ideas.lego.com/profile/SpecterVamp/entries?query=&sort=top Yoshimitzu's Mecabricks: https://www.mecabricks.com/en/user/SpecterVamp/comments Yoshimitzu's Eurobricks: https://www.eurobricks.com/forum/index.php?/profile/201240-spectervamp/ Yoshimitzu's Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/photos/195402417@N08/ Tiger's LEGO Ideas page: https://ideas.lego.com/profile/Woodstock05/entries?query=&sort=top Tiger's Scratch page:https://scratch.mit.edu/users/woodstock05/ Tiger's Mecabricks: https://www.mecabricks.com/en/user/GNGtiger Tiger's Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/46gOP Our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCc3NjQtuE3f0u0OqIivB4Xg Email us at geeksandgamespodcast@gmail.com
Support on PATREON!!!Thank you Patrons! - Dylan Evans, Jimmy Tucker, Ryan S, David, & Cam RussellLEGO and Disney cannot stop working towards empting our bank accounts! It's insane that we can't get away from them! LEGO Ideas has MULTIPLE contests and challenges you should take part in. New "art" is out... go check it out? Just enjoy some LEGO during this summer heat!SET REVIEW: 10320 Eldorado FortressLEGO Ideas contest - Me, Myself and iLEGO Ideas contest - 100 years of fairytales!LEGO Ideas contest - Exhibit your creativity in the LEGO house!Disney Cinema Camera setBricklink popup storePrime discountsHarry Potter conflictsLEGO Masters purchasedCMO brand buildingSigned Eldorado FortressDisney discounted set at WallgreensChevrolet CorvetteModern ArtLEGO tv channel!2k car codeU VA LEGO collection?Jordan Scott designer breakdownDisney sold out gapLEGO cruiseTes Lasso minfigiureno SDCC?From Secretary to CEOWelcome to "From Secretary to CEO", the podcast that takes you on a journey of personal...Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the showHave a question? Want to be a guest? Send me a message!backtobrick@gmail.comCheck my pages outBack 2 Brick Links!Back 2 Brick Podcast is not an affiliate nor endorsed by the LEGO Group.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.
Tiger reacts to the latest Nintendo direct, a pretty good one. If you happen to be a Mario fan that is. Geeks and Games Discord: https://discord.gg/Ap4kkaVSe3 Yoshimitzu's LEGO Ideas: https://ideas.lego.com/profile/SpecterVamp/entries?query=&sort=top Yoshimitzu's Mecabricks: https://www.mecabricks.com/en/user/SpecterVamp/comments Yoshimitzu's Eurobricks: https://www.eurobricks.com/forum/index.php?/profile/201240-spectervamp/ Yoshimitzu's Flickr: https://www.flickr.com/photos/195402417@N08/ Tiger's LEGO Ideas page: https://ideas.lego.com/profile/Woodstock05/entries?query=&sort=top Tiger's Scratch page:https://scratch.mit.edu/users/woodstock05/ Tiger's Mecabricks: https://www.mecabricks.com/en/user/GNGtiger Tiger's Letterboxd: https://boxd.it/46gOP Our YouTube channel: https://youtube.com/channel/UCc3NjQtuE3f0u0OqIivB4Xg Email us at geeksandgamespodcast@gmail.com
On this episode we take a heavy look at what did and did not make it in the newest round of LEGO Ideas projects. What would you have chosen? Check out the code below to save some money on a Single Day admission ticket to BrickWorld Chicago June 17th-18th. Follow the LINK to buy your tickets and enter code "BRICKSKING".Enjoying the show...give us a like and comment on all platforms. Help us make the LEGO world available to all!Find us everywhere through LinkTreeMusic: www.bensound.comLEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.THE BRICKS KING PODCAST IS NOT ENDORSED BY THE LEGO GROUP OR AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4920139/advertisement
Support on PATREON!!!Thank you Patrons! - Jimmy Tucker, Ryan S, David, & Cam RussellNot enough space for a large scale Harry Potter castle? No worries! LEGO came out with a new one that is suited for any shelf! June kicks off the summer with Pac-Man, Jurassic Park, and much more. Also, make sure to watch where you are swimming as a new LEGO Ideas set is gonna take a bite out of you!SET REVIEW: 10278 Police StationTransgender boycottsummer technic carsHogwarts midi-scalePlay UnstoppableLEGO IdeasJune 2023Star Wars Summer/ChristmasAutism coding educationLEGO City Water Playground LEGOLAND NYTikTok filterSonic setAdidas summer colorHarry Potter illusionworking billion-year clock - YouTubeminifigures in space! big insects to seeCaptain America ShieldSupport the showHave a question? Want to be a guest? Send me a message!backtobrick@gmail.comCheck my pages outBack 2 Brick Links!Back 2 Brick Podcast is not an affiliate nor endorsed by the LEGO Group.LEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.
On this episode we get into the the latest LEGO Ideas Review period of 2023. With a massive 71 projects being considered to be created by fan designers, we break down the rest of the 71 projects on this episode. For images of the projects, click HERE.Enjoying the show...give us a like and comment on all platforms. Help us make the LEGO world available to all!Find us everywhere thanks to https://linktr.ee/thebrickskingLEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.THE BRICKS KING PODCAST IS NOT ENDORSED BY THE LEGO GROUP OR AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY.
On this episode we get into the the latest LEGO Ideas Review period of 2023. With a massive 71 projects being considered to be created by fan designers, we weed through the first 36 of them on this episode. For imagaes of the projects, click HERE.Enjoying the show...give us a like and comment on all platforms. Help us make the LEGO world available to all!Find us everywhere thanks to https://linktr.ee/thebrickskingLEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.THE BRICKS KING PODCAST IS NOT ENDORSED BY THE LEGO GROUP OR AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY.
On this episode we get our hands on an early copy of the new LEGO Ideas set Tales of the Space Age. It will be available on May 8th. Get it online at LEGO.com or in LEGO stores.Enjoying the show...give us a like and comment on all platforms. Help us make the LEGO world available to all!Find us everywhere thanks to https://linktr.ee/thebrickskingLEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2023 The LEGO Group.THE BRICKS KING PODCAST IS NOT ENDORSED BY THE LEGO GROUP OR AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY.
Star Wars Day 2023 sets, Tales of the Space Age, Disney 100 Minifigures; Ninjago Core Welcome back to another episode of Extra Pieces! In this week's episode, we look to the stars, both for Star Wars Day and towards the next LEGO Ideas set - Tales of the Space Age. Elsewhere, we talk about the Disney 100 Minifigures Series, Ninjago Core and more! If you're in Victoria and looking for a fun school-holiday activity, be sure to check out Bendigo Bricks, which will be running from 15-16 April 2023. Tickets available from: https://www.bendigobricks.com Want to organise and sort your bricks better? Check out Brick Architect's Labels https://brickarchitect.com/labels/ Richard's Ninjago Reviews https://ramblingbrick.com/2023/03/25/the-old-and-the-new-7314-recon-mech-rd-vs-71785-jays-titan-mech-face-to-face-review/ https://ramblingbrick.com/2023/04/10/ninjagopalooza23-part-i-evo-core-sets-hands-on-reviews-717817178371787/ Jay's Disney 100 Minifigures Review https://jaysbrickblog.com/news/lego-disney-100-minifigures-full-box-contents-and-distributio https://jaysbrickblog.com/reviews/lego-collectible-minifigures-disney-100-series/ 2023 LEGO Star Wars Dioramas https://jaysbrickblog.com/news/lego-reveals-two-new-return-of-the-jedi-dioramas-75352-emperors-throne-room-and-75353-endor-speeder-chase/ 2023 LEGO UCS X-Wing https://ramblingbrick.com/2023/04/06/75355-ucs-x-wing-revealed-may-1-release/ LEGO Ideas Tales of the Space Age Review https://ramblingbrick.com/2023/04/12/lego-ideas-21340-tales-of-the-space-age-revealed-for-release-may-5-2023/ https://jaysbrickblog.com/news/lego-21340-tales-of-the-space-age-lets-you-build-a-retro-minimalist-display-on-a-budget/ Special thanks to LEGO for providing the sets referenced in this week's episode: Thanks for listening and tuning in! If you've been a fan, why not leave a review or give us 5 stars on your favourite podcasting app. You can even drop us a line at extrapiecespod@gmail.com if you have any questions or comments! We love getting emails, DMs and messages, and thank you to everyone who wrote in!
In economics, production and marketing are not separate concepts. Production responds to customers' needs and marketing is the expression of those needs inside the firm. The entire customer-facing activity of the firm is marketing. Like any other business activity, there is constant flux brought to bear by changing customer preferences, competitive innovation and market evolution. Marketing must be adaptive to change, and a major shift is occurring right now. Mark Schaefer writes about it in Belonging To The Brand: Why Community Is The Last Great Marketing Strategy. Knowledge Capsule Established strategies and tactics of marketing are no longer effective. Marketing thought-leader Mark Schaefer puts it this way: marketing doesn't work like it used to. The established techniques were biased towards outbound communication, such as advertising, PR and events. Mark classifies these techniques as “interrupt and annoy” to try to get customers to give their attention to feature and benefit of the company's offerings. The communications environment shifted from analog to digital and from outbound to interactive, but interrupt and annoy remained the primary technique. Finally, there's an alternative marketing strategy. The new strategy goes by the term “community” or “community building”. As economics advises, it's a product of customer sovereignty. People want to belong to communities that share values and interests. And in the digital age, where work-from-home and glued-to-a-screen are life conditions that can lead to profound loneliness, the need for belonging is amplified. The covid lockdown experience exacerbated the problem. Community is an experience that is highly valued by customer, distinguished via three features: Connection with each other. There's a group feeling of difference that's not shared with others who don't belong to the community.Purpose: community members gather because they have a shared reason to do so, whether it is software development or wine appreciation or the development of technical skills. There are shared rituals and traditions and common behaviors that generate a sense of group identity and bonding through common values.Relevance: A thriving community adapt and adjusts as times and members' needs change. Adaptability strengthens group cohesion and assures continuity and resilience. There's a business case for community building. Community-building may replace brand-building as a primary pathway to facilitating value for customers and thereby generating strong cash flows. The technique has a viable business model. Differentiation: when customers bond in community, they're differentiating themselves and the brand(s) they prefer and support. It's a lasting advantage.Market monitoring: a community is a continuing conversation, a source of insight and signals of change.High speed information: the flow of information from customers and markets to firms is another source of advantage. The behaviors and preferences of community members can be continuously polled, with the opportunity for fast response.Trust. Businesses are recognizing the importance of trust in relationships with ever-greater clarity. Brand communities are trusted by their members; trust is inherent.Advocacy. Community members become the marketer. They communicate benefits and positive experiences. User-generated content both reduces marketing costs and adds authenticity and belief.Loyalty: The most profitable customers are the most loyal customers. Community members are loyal, and, in fact, go beyond loyalty to “attachment”.Co-creation. Value is created by customers in their own experience, or it can be viewed as co-created through interactions with the firm and its products and services. In brand communities, there is community co-creation, such as in LEGO Ideas groups and the IKEA user community.Membership as a product: Some communities become the business modem as members pay both to join and maintain membership and purchase the products and services of the community.Cultural alignment: community is a trend, especially for younger people experiencing social and digital isolation.Customer data: when members freely express their values and preferences, they create a rich new first-hand data source. Purpose is the critical driver. There's a case to be made that a brand is its purpose. A clear and compelling purpose provides inner direction for the entrepreneur and the management team throughout the entrepreneurial journey. Shared purpose can bind customers to the brand. The same is true for a brand community; Mark Schaefer talks of bold, piercing purpose that aligns every resource of the company towards the community goal. Harley-Davidson is one (well-used) example: fulfilling dreams through the experience of motorcycling. The purpose is a customer experience, aligned with their values and open to their expansive and creative interpretation. Corporate purpose, when genuinely felt and well-expressed, Mark writes, can be existential (this is why we exist?), differentiating (how do we make a difference?), values-based (how are our founding values relevant to the world?), distinctive (what headlines will be written about us), adaptive (how is the world changing in a way that unites us with our community?) and fulfilling (how can we fulfill customers' dreams?) Additional Resources Mark's Books: Belonging To The Brand: Why Community Is The Last Great Marketing Strategy: Mises.org/E4B_204_Book1 Marketing Rebellion: The Most Human Company Wins: Mises.org/E4B_204_Book2 The Marketing Companion podcast: Mises.org/E4B_204_Pod Mark Schaefer website: BusinessesGrow.com
Today on this episode of News On A Tues we talk about the LEGO Ideas sets that were chosen to be created for 2023 and a few other important topics.Find us everywhere thanks to https://linktr.ee/thebrickskingMusic: www.bensound.comLEGO, the LEGO logo, the Minifigure, and the Brick and Knob configurations are trademarks of the LEGO Group of Companies. ©2022 The LEGO Group.THE BRICKS KING PODCAST IS NOT ENDORSED BY THE LEGO GROUP OR AFFILIATED IN ANY WAY.
Jane and Andy crack open a can of sparkling birthday cake to toast 10 years of doing a YouTube channel and nearly five years of playing Oxventure Dungeons & Dragons. The Oxventure Podcast will return in two weeks after a brief summer hiatus, during which time we'll be making Oxventure plans and knocking back novelty sodas. We'll be doing a live Oxventure D&D show at EGX in London, September 2022! Tickets here: www.egx.net Vote for The Oxventurers Guild LEGO design at LEGO Ideas at tinyurl.com/oxventurelego To join the new OX Supporters Club and our first official Discord server: patreon.com/oxclub Check out the official Outside Xbox and Outside Xtra store for sweet merch: store.outsidexbox.com To watch all the original Oxventure Dungeons & Dragons videos, visit us on YouTube at youtube.com/outsidexbox and youtube.com/outsidextra. And thank goodness for Johnny Chiodini, Oxventure Dungeon Master and Literally Everyone Else in the World.
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