Episode 207 : Gale Sucks

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3.13.12 – Episode 207 : Gale Sucks

Show Notes – Scott is on the couch for Star Wars Fighter Pods, Godzilla, Plush Tentacle, and much more! Mix up a breakfast shake and join us for a Toy Break!

Toy Break Stuff

  • Gold Gipper Contest – brought to you by 3DRetro – to enter, head to the forum and post your favorite thing from the 80’s – Deadline is March 21st
  • New Opening! – Thank you to Shawn Morrow of Status Studios for our new theme song and Oliver Gwynne of Make Mine Media for the video!

News

  • Glyos Pins – designed by Charles Marsh & produced by Evilos – die cast metal pins limited to 100 numbered, signed pieces – $10
  • Bitbots App – new “Bitbots” app for iPhones and iPods where you can design your own Jinny, view and purchase Bitbots toys, and take pictures of Jinny in different places – download it now from the App Store
  • MECH Ro KAHN – by Robert Curet of Xone Industries – this new St. Patrick’s Day themed paper toy is available free for download
  • Uncle Argh Noir – by Tenacious Toys, Scott Tolleson, & Toy2R – Kickstarter project raising funds to produce an exclusive grayscale version of Scott Tolleson’s Uncle Argh 5″ mini Qee

Blindbox

Reviews

  • Plush Tentacle – by Steve Jackson Games – 30″ posable plush tentacle available in green or purple and black – $25
  • Box O Zombies – series 1 features six 2.5″ paintable zombie figures – $15
  • Lego Boba Fett Clock – by Lego – 9.5″ alarm clock – $30
  • Star Wars Fighter Pods – by Hasbro – tiny collectible figures and vehicles that can be used to battle each other – avialable in various packs
  • Gozilla Tokyo Vinyl – by Toumart – 5″ vinyl figure – $18

Events

  • Wonder Con – comics, toys, art, and more at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, CA March 16th-18th – we will be at booth 185
  • Brick By The Bay – convention for Lego enthusiasts at the Hyatt Regency Santa Clara in San Clara, CA March 16th-18th with models on display for the public on the 18th
  • Bellicosity – come see dozens of custom Bellicose Bunnies at Toy Art Gallery in Los Angeles, CA from March 23rd – April 6th – toyartgallery.com
  • Star Wars Days – bring the kids for a Star Wars themed weekend at Legoland in Carlsbad, CA March 31st & April 1st