5.14.15 – Episode 355 : Scolded

Show Notes – We are back with Squirmles, Struggle Skateboard, and much more! Seek out the perfect salad and join us for a Toy Break!

Toy Break Stuff

• Hopping Ghosts Contest – win this Hopping Ghost figure by Osaka Popstar by going to the contest section on the forum and posting a picture of a ghost in your house or you hopping…be creative! – deadline is June 3rd

News

• Eon Quest Graphic Novel – by Jon Wesley Huff – 68 page graphic novel on Kickstarter now – campaigns ends June 10th
• Mythic Legions – by The Four Horsemen – pre-orders have been extended through Monday May 18th
• Little Liberty – by ESC Toy – 6.5″ vinyl/PVC figure based on the 12″ Liberty figures (released in 2007) – $25 each or $85 for the four pack

Blindbox

• Nerfect Pug Pack Series 2 – by Nerfect

Reviews

• Struggle Skateboards – “Uncle Ruben” Ruben Najera – pro model skateboard deck – $37 or $38 signed
• Squirmles – by Nowstalgic Toys – the magical pet the wiggles and squirms – around $5

Events

• Picklebaby Little Green Men Show – group show at Sub_Urban Vinyl Toys and Art in Waldwick, NJ opening May 16th
• Bricks LA – LEGO fan convention at the Pasadena Convention Center in Pasadena, CA May 16 & 17th
• Phoenix Comicon – pop culture convention at Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, AZ May 28th to 31st
• 3DRetro 1 Year Store Anniversary – help celebrate with aritsts, releases, food, drink and other surprises at 3DRetro in Glendale, CA May 16th 6:30 to 9:30 pm

5.5.15 – Episode 354 : Balls In Hand

Show Notes – Ben is back with Star-Lord, Half Shell Heroes, Kabuto Mushi, and much more! Procure some potato salad and join us for a Toy Break!

Toy Break Stuff

• Hopping Ghosts Contest – win this Hopping Ghost figure by Osaka Popstar by going to the contest section on the forum and posting a picture of a ghost in your house or you hopping…be creative! – deadline is June 3rd

Reviews

• Half-Shell Heroes – by Playmates – two packs of stylized TMNT characters – $8
• Shopkins – by Moose Toys – 5 pack – $7

Blindbox

• Art Prints – by Windy Stroud

Reviews

• Star-Lord – by Hot Toys – 1/6th scale figure with interchangeable head and hands – around $200
• Samus – by Jakks Pacific – 4″ action figure – around $9
• Kabuto Mushi – by TheGodBeast – Glyos compatible PVC figures – Hunter Mushi ($16 sold out) & Unpainted Overlord ($12)

Events

• Picklebaby Little Green Men Show – group show at Sub_Urban Vinyl Toys and Art in Waldwick, NJ opening May 16th
• Bricks LA – LEGO fan convention at the Pasadena Convention Center in Pasadena, CA May 16 & 17th
• Phoenix Comicon – pop culture convention at Phoenix Convention Center in Phoenix, AZ May 28th to 31st
• 3DRetro 1 Year Store Anniversary – help celebrate with aritsts, releases, food, drink and other surprises at 3DRetro in Glendale, CA May 16th 6:30 to 9:30 pm

4.29.15 – Episode 353 : Big Kevisode

Show Notes – Big Kev joins us to chat about Star Wars Celebration, Dungeons and Dragons, and much more! Dig into some dumplings and join us for a Toy Break!

Toy Break Stuff

• Big Kev – host/producer of Big Kev’s Geek Stuff weekly podcast about all things geeky

Show Notes

• Star Wars Celebration – the ultimate fan experience focused on a galaxy far, far away at the Anaheim Convention Center April 16th to 19th
• Jedi News – gathering news from across the galaxy

Blindbox

• Kinder Eggs – by Kinder

Reviews

• Skeleton Warriors – by October Toys – Skeleton Warriors Baron Dark and Titan Skeletons are available now at OctoberToys.com
• Princes of the Apocalypse – by Wizards of the Coast – Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition adventure supplement – $50
• Pluto R2-D2 & Minnie Leia – by Disney – PVC figure set, limited edition of 1977 – around $25 (available in Disneyland park stores at the time of filming)
• Stormtrooper Hikari – by Funko – blue and white vinyl figure, limited to 750 pieces
• Admiral Ackbar Sushi Set – It’s A Wrap! five piece sushi set – $35

Events

• Bricks LA – LEGO fan convention at the Pasadena Convention Center in Pasadena, CA May 16 & 17th

4.15.15 – Episode 352 : Proper Style

Show Notes – We have Loot Crate, Tyrion Lannister, and much more! Cut off a chunk of cookie dough and join us for a Toy Break!

Toy Break Stuff

• Squid Kids Ink 10-Doh! Contest – win one of two sets of 10-Doh’s by Squid Kids Ink by going to the contest section on the forum and posting your favorite NES game – deadline is April 15th
• Skeleton Warriors – by October Toys – Skeleton Warriors Baron Dark, Titan Skeletons, and Gold OMFG Series 3 are available now on OctoberToys.com

News

• Dissected – by Luke Chueh & Clutter – 6″ vinyl figure on Kickstarter – campaign ends May 8th
• Skitzo Plush – by Crystal Gonzalez – 12″ plush original character with glowing red eyes on Kickstarter – campaign ends May 5th

Blindbox

• SQUATZ Fizz n Find Pirate vs. Ninja – by Wild Planet

Reviews

• Loot Crate – March Loot Crate surprise subscription box – Covert theme
• Creamy Banana Cuddlehard – by turboPISTOLA – limited edition artist color of OMFG mini figure – $3
• Zen Egg – by Gašper Premože – a wooden totem that reminds you
  to take care of a very special person – $24 to $36

• Tyrion Lannister – by ThreeZero – 1/6th scale action figure (8.7″) with interchangeable hands, goblet ,and book – $120

Events

• For the Love of Toys! – Galerie F and Urban Vinyl Daily present a toy fueled group exhibition at Galerie F in Chicago, IL April 10th to May 1st
• Star Wars Celebration – the ultimate fan experience focused on a galaxy far, far away at the Anaheim Convention Center April 16th to 19th
• C2E2 – the Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo is bringing the best of pop culture to the South Building at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL April 24th to 26th
• Bricks LA – LEGO fan convention at the Pasadena Convention Center in Pasadena, CA May 16 & 17th

4.8.15 – Episode 351 : Easy Bottoms

Show Notes – Michael joins us to talk Skeleton Warriors, WonderCon, and much more! Throw some cheese on some chili and join us for a Toy Break!

Toy Break Stuff

• Squid Kids Ink 10-Doh! Contest – win one of two sets of 10-Doh’s by Squid Kids Ink by going to the contest section on the forum and posting your favorite NES game – deadline is April 15th
• Michael Cowart – action figure prototype painter
• Skeleton Warriors – by October Toys – the 20th anniversary Skeleton Warriors action figures are here and we are fulfilling Kickstarter orders as fast as possible – watch for the figures on OctoberToys.com soon!

Blindbox

• The Simpson’s 25th Anniversary Keychain Series – by Kidrobot

Reviews

• Clutter Magazine #24 – free designer toy magazine available at toy stores and online
• BunEwok – by Flat Bonnie – WonderCon exclusive handmade plush – $35
• E Wookies – by Mike Bennett – original art
• Dave Dicks – created awesome Ewok x TMNT print
• Disneyland Egg-stravaganza – limited edition maps and characters Easter eggs at Disneyland parks

Events

• Star Wars Celebration – the ultimate fan experience focused on a galaxy far, far away at the Anaheim Convention Center April 16th to 19th
• C2E2 – the Chicago Comic & Entertainment Expo is bringing the best of pop culture to the South Building at McCormick Place in Chicago, IL April 24th to 26th
• Bricks LA – LEGO fan convention at the Pasadena Convention Center in Pasadena, CA May 16 & 17th