Podcasts about Motu

Tim Brown is a RNZ Christchurch reporter.

This week on the Toy Power Podcast; we recap our attendance at the Adelaide Mega Toy Fair event. This annual event promotes itself for its long running campaign; but with new organisers this year, how did it actually go? We chat towards what we spotted, what we think needs to be improved & what we scored!! Spoiler alert: Pub Lunch & making a day of it with great friends, is always the overall highlight!! Then Trent does an awesome Toyline Retrospective on the early 80's franchise that was: Blackstar! With a Filmation Cartoon airing first in 1981; then a corresponding Toyline from Galoob in 1983! Featuring the fight between our Hero: John Blackstar against the Evil Ruler: Overlord on the Planet Sagar. This Toyline & franchise actually has more ties to Masters Of The Universe than one may think.... There are some EPIC Beasts, questionable modes of transport & the incredibly sort after Ice Castle Playset - this Franchise really tried hard & its interesting to think in a sliding doors parallel reality - could this have been a more popular franchise than Masters Of The Universe?! Then rounding out the episode, we squeeze a quick round table, around some of our Latest Scores! Also, as mentioned in this ep; be sure to checkout the incredibly comprehensive website from Avon Fox - around all the Vintage style Transforming Robots that aren't Hasbro branded! - www.the-liberator.netSupport the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ian Allen is an editor for Stuff based in Marlborough.

Piers Fuller is the Editor of the Wairarapa Times-Age, based in Masterton.

BATTLE FOR ETERNIA is Back! Comparing Camila Mendes Teela Movie Costume with 40+ Years of History! Welcome to "Battle For Eternia", a Masters of the Universe podcast where past meets present, where vintage clashes with contemporary, where we discuss MOTU topics in the context of both historical and modern day. In today's episode, Adam and AJ discuss the Teela outfit of actress Camila Mendes for the new "Masters of the Universe" Movie, consider what they like (and don't like), and then take a look back at Teela's looks throughout the past 40+ years and see which costumes (if any) have inspired her modern movie look. Please Support the Channel by LIKING and SUBSCRIBING. Discuss this podcast and more in our community forums! https://foreternia.com/community And please visit us at BattleRamBlog.com and ForEternia.com.

Kelly updates Kathryn on the latest events in Rotorua.

David discusses the latest news in North Canterbury including updates on the earthquake damaged Glen Alton bridge funding, calls for a local driving licence test route in Kaikoura, reactions from local mayors on the government's bid to get young people off a jobseekers benefit, and there have been reports of dog attacks on little penguins along Kaikoura's coastline. David Hill is a Local Democracy Reporter with North Canterbury News, based in Rangiora.

Jeremy and Steve return to talk about both MOTU films currently in production, review a nice pile of new action figures, create a new weapon for a certain jerk, and answer listener questions! 

This week on the Toy Power Podcast; Trent does a quick recap of the first three episodes of the Lego Masters - Grand Masters Of The Galaxy, with some behind the scenes insight & over-all fun from those episodes. Then both Frank & Trent speak to another TV show they are both present on: Cards & Collectables TV - now with a June 22nd air release date! Then its straight into the News - & wow, we have a lot to cover indeed! New Transformers Lego announcements, Megatron controversy, MASK doing awesome Mask things; plus another sub-category to the Four Horsemen's awesome Toyline, in the form of Infinite Legions!! Neca dropping the ball on the Wednesday sculpts, but great things are happening in the Predator Universe! Biker Mice From Mars are kicking butt & eating Hot Dogs; plus Marvel Legends ports the ol' Marvel Vs Capcom Games into plastic! Fantastic 4 Movie Figures & Popcorn Buckets, Sherella - with origin story, but kind of overshadowed by Mondo's 200X HeMan fig! Some confusion around Beastman & lots of Joy for more TMNT. SDCC exclusive announcements from TMNT & Street Fighter too. Shoutouts becomes its own segment & we finally have a date for our Milestone Episode 400 - Sat June 21st - so mark those calendars for a LIVE Video Recording! Enjoy!Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom Hunt is a journalist with Wellington paper The Post.

John Freer is a CFM local news reporter from the Coromandel Peninsula.

Ellen updates Kathryn on Westport's Long Term Plan 2025-34 including dramas around various consultations and controversy surrounding the proposed new council offices

Auckland Museum partially reopens this week after asbestos was found in the nearly 100 year old building, a hearing is almost wrapped up for a new helicopter pad, Auckland's City Mission has held an art exhibition with a difference and they were also among foodbanks that pleaded for funding in the recent 2025 budget, and Auckland libraries are trying something new - lending board games. Amy Williams is a RNZ senior reporter in Auckland.

Tauranga based Local Democracy Reporter Alisha Evans has news from the region

Had too much fun jabberin & playin around before our MOTU podcast--made it into 2 podcasts! Bonus for you! Luckyyyyyyyyyy...please to enjoy ;)

This week on the Toy Power Podcast; we have another segment of The Team! This round pitting not one; not two, but THREE different Villain Sub-Groups against each other in a plight to crown the perfect Character that lines up with the A-Team Format. BUT, there are some ground rules! We must pick ensure a Villain is represented from each sub-group! Who are these Sub-groups you ask?!? Well its the Thundercats, Silverhawks & TigerSharks - representing Land, Air & Sea respectively. A really fun discussion that has some quite diverse choices indeed!! Then we pivot across to another Galaxy, Far, Far Away. Andor Season 2 has wrapped, & we have a fairly healthy discussion about what made this series so enjoyable. All this & more, Enjoy!Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week Kevin, Alex, and Ryan are in Alex's basement to talk about 5.5 Inch Muscle-Bound action figures including He-Man, Blackstar, and Knock-Offs. The conversation ranges from vintage Master of the Universe to Origins, other 80's He-Man style figures, and the modern collector 5.5 inch figures.#188 Pegwarmers Thanks to Ryan and Alex for joining us for this Episode of Pegwarmers. Alex thanks for hosting the shoot. Ryan - Monster FX: https://www.etsy.com/shop/mymonsterfx/ Alex - Retro Spectia : https://www.youtube.com/@retrospectia Pegwarmers is the codename for toys and collectibles with high supply and low demand. Join Kevin Jones, and his team of collector commandos, as they discuss popular and not-so-popular retro and current toy brands. Check back for new episodes each Wednesday.

Robin discusses the latest events in Taranaki including a new high-spec Pouakai Hut replacement built to withstand extreme winds.

Te Anau has hosted its first classic boat festival, Fiordland's wild wapiti herd is being considered for formal designation as a herd of special interest.

Napier Port is facing a decline in cruise bookings, three very active Hamilton brothers have had six hip replacements between them, and Lonely Planet listed Napier among its "15 cities with the most tantalising food scenes"

We kick it off with the recent Super7 announcements and what this means moving forward. There's some cool new reveals in both MOTU, classic characters and even Reeve-era Superman! Trent takes us on a tour of both Adelaides newest LEGO store and sneak preview of the upcoming new Season of LegoMasters! Finally we hear about the exploits of Ben, Scot, Davey and Brett as they paint Melbourne-town red to celebrate our good mates Chris and Jessies wedding! Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

David updates Kathryn on the latest events in Christchurch, including two Environmental Law Initiative High Court challenges, the return of a former Christchurch mayoral candidate, and Pest Free Banks Peninsula has spent years getting rid of pests in and around Akaroa and now it's paying off. David Williams is Newsroom's Te Waipounamu South Island Correspondent.

In this episode Kevin takes a look at items new to the collection including Masters of the Universe Cartoon Collection figures, Minecraft, and Warhammer 40,000. What's new to your collection? #187 Pegwarmers Pegwarmers is the codename for toys and collectibles with high supply and low demand. Join Kevin Jones, and his team of collector commandos, as they discuss popular and not-so-popular retro and current toy brands. Check back for new episodes each Wednesday. Follow Us https://twitter.com/pegwarmerspod https://www.facebook.com/pegwarmerspodJoin our Patreon https://www.patreon.com/pegwarmers

Gisborne doctors are on a second 24-hour strike this month for funding and worker rights, it will be up to six months until repairs on one of Gisborne's 'most challenging' roads are done, and submissions to oppose 'encroachment' of Napier into East Coast electorate are under proposal. James Pocock is the Gisborne Herald Editor.

The government is yet to confirm Nelson Hospital's redevelopment Budget, the Maori Queen makes first official visit to Whakatu and Te Tauihu.

Hella cool episode with Granamyr the dragon with the helmet!!! wooooooooohooooooo! Please to enjoy ;)

Government data shows there are just three households in emergency housing across the whole of Otago and Southland.

Jared discusses the latest events in Queenstown including an update on tourism.

Kelly updates Kathryn on the latest events in Rotorua including unruly trail bikers clashing with parents at rugby fields.

Tom discusses how an independent review of Wellington Electricity's security is being called for.

Jonathan Leask is a Local Democracy Reporter in Mid Canterbury from the Ashburton Guardian.

Kakapo have been heard booming in the North Island for the first time in over a century, plus more with RNZ Waikato Reporter Libby Kirkby-McLeod. 

It's time to tier the final figures and mini-comics from the MOTU vintage line!

Welcome to The Eternia FOUR! We are excited to debut today our second episode of “The Eternia Four”, a talk show that features four Masters of the Universe related topics every episode. With hosts: Mike, Jay, Shane, and AJ today they discuss the following: TODAY'S TOPICS: Has the character roster for the upcoming “Masters of the Universe” Movie become too massive to do all of the characters justice? Can you be satisfied if “Masters of the Universe: Revolution” is the last season? Do you feel Mattel's transition towards becoming more of an IP company is a step in the right direction?  Pick one of the toys you wanted as a child but NEVER received and explain why you wanted it. Please Support by LIKING, SUBSCRIBING and COMMENTING where able!

Invercargill Council has settled on a 7.11% rate increase and has also halted plans for a $5m spend on urban play in the city.

Right off the back of a drought, Kaitaia, Kerikeri and Whangarei all had their wettest April in recorded history.

Ali Williams and Anna Mowbray's controversial plans for a helipad go before a council panel this week as the council tries to tighten rules for helipads on Waiheke and Great Barrier islands. 

This week on the Toy Power Podcast; we shine light on quite an old property; that is The Shadow! From its origins in Pulp Comic Format to the Hollywood Film in 1994 staring Alec Baldwin. That Film was classified big enough to spawn a corresponding Toyline from Kenner. Trent unpacks what was great, and what was left in the dark, around this neat property. Then we switch gears, and have a FULL-ON Spoiler lead discussion around the new Marvel Film that is: Thunderbolts - or New Avengers?!? We run though how each character played their part; the tone of the film & what we all overall thought of it too. Keen to hear from your thoughts on this Film too!Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Construction work is under way at Marlborough Boys' College, a property owner has lobbied the council to remove three 'very healthy' CBD trees, a rare handwritten signature by the late Queen Elizabeth II is going to auction, and the Saint Clair Vineyard Half Marathon will be taking place this weekend. 

Lake levels are dangerously low along the eastern side of Lake Taupo, Turangi airfield becomes the new base for rescue helicopter operations, there is an ongoing war on signs in Turangi, and Tokaanu Thermal Pools are set to reopen soon.

A banger! Katie joins us in the teeny studio so it's crowded & the sound is slightly funky, especially with the new chair being right by the mic...anyway, it's fun as heck! Please to enjoy! ;)

Jimmy discusses staff safety fears at Palmerston North Hospital, the council is debating the future of selling sugary drinks at council venues, and the replacement highway over the Tararua range will be opening seven years after the old State Highway 3 closed.

David discusses the latest events in North Canterbury including updates in Kaikoura's annual plan, Environment Canterbury is boosting bus services and raising fares, and the restored Soldiers' Block in Hanmer Springs was officially opened on Anzac Day.

Whanganui social services are bracing for the planned pullback of police from mental health callouts, the mayoral race is heating up, St George's is on the chopping block, and Whanganui has "once in a lifetime" softball talent.

Tom discusses the latest events in Te Whanganui-a-Tara including local government update and the missing Wellington Water report.

Keiller discusses the latest events in Otautahi 

Five Tauranga homeowners are desperate for a solution three years after a huge slip forced them out of their homes, but the council is refusing to help. 

Piers Fuller is the editor of the Wairarapa Times-Age, based in Masterton

This week on the Toy Power Podcast; we welcome back Nick Greenslade; to assist us to break-down all things Star Wars related. Kicking things off, with his opinion of who he would have chosen as the candidates for the SW Villains side of things on: The Team.... Then without missing a beat; we take the next challenge of carefully selecting another round of The Team for the Star Wars Heroes campaign - keeping them tightly contained to the Original Kenner releases as our choices. Leader, Muscle, Specialist, Wheelman & an Iconic Vehicle. Then continuing the Star Wars themed banter, we discuss more of the visual announcements coming from SW Celebration & what the future of Star Wars might be... A fun healthy round table chat with fantastic knowledge & true passion from Nick! This Is The Way!Support the show: http://patreon.com/toypowerpodcastSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

By the power of Grayskull, we're back in Eternia for another He-Man themed episode. Guido and Rob return to one of their favorite childhood films 1987's Masters of the Universe starring Dolph Lundgren before talking about the 2020 semi-sequel to this iconic film from DC Comics and past guest Tim Seeley. In this six part comic,  the film version of He-Man return and team up with a would-be Skeletor to battle the Anti-He-Man. Grab your power sword and your headphones and join us. Ep. 158 What if He-Man fought to save the multiverse (& spawned a sequel to the 1987 Masters of the Universe in the process)?from He-Man & The Masters of the Multiverse #1-6 (DC Comics, 2020)Find us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchersIt's back to Eternia with another Masters of the Universe themed episode. We start things off in 1987 with the MOTU film directed by Gary Goddard, written by David Odell and starring Dolph Lundgren, Frank Langella, and Courtney Cox which holds a big place in both Rob and Guido's mind. Then we talk the DC comics 2020 6-part comic series from past guest Tim Seeley and artists Dan Fraga & Tom Derenick that sees He-Men from throughout the multiverse partner up to defeat a terrifying enemy: Themselves! We wrap up by pondering about the long awaited 2026 Masters of the Universe movie, what we'd want from a true sequel to the 1987 film and more. Reading / Watch List:Masters of the Universe (Cannon, 1987)He-Man & The Masters of the Multiverse  #1-6 (DC Comics, 2020)Email Podcast@DearWatchers.comFind us & support us at https://linktr.ee/dearwatchersTheme music is Space Heroes by MaxKoMusic (Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike 3.0) ★ Support this podcast ★