
Adventures in Collecting Toy Collecting Podcast
335 episodes — Page 1 of 7
AIC NEWS: Week of May 11th, 2026
May the 4th be with You! Celebrating Star Wars Firsts with Hasbro's Steve Evans
Premium Toyetic Event: WWE Wrestlemania 42
AIC NEWS: Week of April 20, 2026
Cryin' Out Cryptoids: The War for the Green Planet and Chat with Creator Craig Goldberg

S1 Ep 197An Interview with Back to the Future Screenwriter Bob Gale
When this interview hits 88MPH... you're gonna learn some serious facts. This week we have something special for you as Dave sits down to talk with legendary screenwriter Bob Gale, supporting the release of a new documentary about the Back to the Future musical — and the films' lasting legacy. Filled with behind the scenes stories and more, don't miss this chat! Watch "A Future on Stage: The Making of a Broadway Musical" now streaming on Pluto TV.Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

AIC NEWS: 2026 Marvel Legends March Madness Winner and More News from Around the Toy Industry
bonusWelcome to AICNN (Adventures in Collecting News Network) where toy news matters! On this very special extended edition of your AIC News Brief, we're revealing who won the 2026 Marvel Legends March Madness Tournament along with some of the most recent news from around the toy industry.Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

AIC NEWS: Week of March 23, 2026
bonusWelcome to AICNN (Adventures in Collecting News Network) where toy news matters! This is your AIC NEWS brief. Give us a few minutes, and we'll give you the goods.This week the AICNN anchors cover what you need to know headed into the week of March 23, 2026!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

S1 Ep 196Austin 3:16 Day Special: Celebrating 25 Years of Stone Cold Steve Austin Action Figures
GIVE US A HELL YEAH... WHAT? I SAID GIVE US A AWWWWWW HELLLLLL YEAH! 2026 marks 25 years of the Texas Rattlesnake himself, Stone Cold Steve Austin, and today is 3:16 Day on top of it, so lets roll the clock back and look at some older SCSA action figures along with some of the latest from Mattel. Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

AIC NEWS: 2026 Marvel Legends March Madness Round 1 Results Are In!!!
bonusWelcome to AICNN (Adventures in Collecting News Network) where toy news matters! On this very special extended edition of your AIC News Brief, we're covering the kickoff of the 2026 Marvel Legends along with a recap of the round 1 results — who were the big winners and losers, what surprised our anchors, and what's next?!?Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

S1 Ep 195Premium Toyetic Event: 2026 WWE Elimination Chamber
The 2026 WWE Elimination Chamber is now in the books and it's time to unpack it and determine who we think is most deserving of the action figure treatment from the fine folks at Mattel. Part review, part analysis, and part fantasy booking, join us as we discuss the ins and outs of the last PLE stop on the road to Wrestlemania!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

AIC NEWS: Week of February 23, 2026
bonusWelcome to AICNN (Adventures in Collecting News Network) where toy news matters! This is your AIC NEWS brief. Give us a few minutes, and we'll give you the goods.This week the AICNN anchors cover what you need to know headed into the week of Feb 23, 2026!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

S1 Ep 194Live from New York Toy Fair 2026 with Todd McFarlane!
We’re LIVE from New York Toy Fair 2026! We continue our annual tradition of sitting down with friend of the pod and industry icon, Todd McFarlane! 30 years of experience under an ever-changing industry is on full display in this 30+ min conversation!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

AIC NEWS: Week of February 9, 2026
bonusWelcome to AICNN (Adventures in Collecting News Network) where toy news matters! This is your AIC NEWS brief. Give us a few minutes, and we'll give you the goods.This week the AICNN anchors cover what you need to know headed into the week of Feb 9, 2026!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

S1 Ep 193Premium Toyetic Event: Who Was the Most Toyetic at the 2026 Royal Rumble
The 2026 Royal Rumble is in the books, and we're taking an extended look at who we thought was the most toyetic from one of the WWE's big 4 events. This isn't about the best matches, but who we think is most deserving of the action figure treatment from Mattel!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

AIC NEWS: Week of January 26, 2026
bonusWelcome to AICNN (Adventures in Collecting News Network) where toy news matters! This is your AIC NEWS brief. Give us a few minutes, and we'll give you the goods.This week the AICNN anchors cover what you need to know headed into the week of Jan 26, 2026!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

S1 Ep 192The Best Mattel WWE Figures of 2025 Feat. Steve Ozer!
LET ME TELL YOU SOMETHING BROTHER! It's time to put 2025 in the rear view mirror, jack! But before we run down that aisle and step through those ropes for some high-flying, rolex-wearing, ground-pounding 2026 coverage, we're gonna turn that clock back with the main event man himself, Steve Ozer from Mattel, to count down our favorite WWE action figure releases! Follow Steve @actionfigureattack on InstagramFollow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

AIC NEWS: Week of January 12, 2026
bonusWelcome to AICNN (Adventures in Collecting News Network) where toy news matters! This is your AIC NEWS brief. Give us a few minutes, and we'll give you the goods.This week the AICNN anchors cover what you need to know headed into the week of Jan 12, 2026!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

S1 Ep 191Best Toys of 2025: Counting Down the Top Toys of the Year with Preternia!
It's time to run it back and count it down — we're rejoined by friend of the pod and pillar of the community, the link wizard himself, Preternia to talk about what we all thought were the best toys of 2025. Did your pick make the cut? Listen and find out!Follow Jon @preterniadotcom on Instagram and XFollow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

AICNN News Special: 2025 Archie Award Winner Announcement
bonusWelcome to AICNN (Adventures in Collecting News Network) where toy news matters! This is your AIC NEWS brief. Give us a few minutes, and we'll give you the goods.This week the AICNN anchors concludes the 5th Annual Archie tournament and crowns the best toy line of the year!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

S1 Ep 190The 2025 Holiday Special Feat. The Hasbro G.I. Joe Team!
Cobra Claws has come to town! We're kicking off the big holiday week with a present under your tree from our friends BMac, Lenny, and Tony from the Hasbro GI Joe Team. Tune to hear all about the Arctic H.I.S.S, answers to YOUR burning questions... and maybe... a reveal?!?! Follow BMac @bmacatron84, Lenny @weatherdominator, and Tony @thegreattonino on Instagram. Stay up-to-date w/ the latest from Hasbro at hasbropulse.comFollow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

S1 Ep 189The Plunderbeaks Have Landed! A Chat with Ricky from Plunderlings!
SURPRISE! The latest addition to the plunderverse are here! Friend of the pod and returning guest, founder of Plunderlings himself, Ricky is back to show off his new feathered friends. Get the full download! Get them IN-STOCK now! https://plunderlings.com Add the to your BBTS Pile of Loot https://tinyurl.com/43smkwesFollow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

AIC NEWS: What Will be the Toy Line of 2025?
bonusWelcome to AICNN (Adventures in Collecting News Network) where toy news matters! This is your AIC NEWS brief. Give us a few minutes, and we'll give you the goods. This week the AICNN anchors kick off the 5th Annual Archie tournament to crown the best toy line of the year! Donate to the Operation Toy Train Toys for Tots toy drive before 12/13 at Chubzzy Wubzzy! https://chubzzywubzzy.comFollow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

S1 Ep 188Toys on Film: Batman Returns (1992)
Let's all go to the movies! We're back with another addition of Toys on Film, this time talking about 1992's Batman Returns, Tim Burton's lauded sequel to his 1989 classic. Join us as we talk about the movie, it's production, and of course — the toys! From Kenner's early 90s releases all the way through 2025's McFarlane Toys releases.Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

Premium Toyetic Event—Live from AEW FullGear 2025!
bonusAs we always do on Premium Toyetic Event, we're breaking down the athletes from the top pro wrestling PPVs and PLEs who are most deserving of the action figure treatment. It's like fashion week, but wrestling gear!This week, we're discussing who was toyetic from 2025's Full Gear along with our in-person coverage from the post-show media scrum!Who do YOU think deserves an action figure from this event? Let us know!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

S1 Ep 187Enter the Grid: Bringing a Tron HasLab to Life with Hasbro's Steve Evans and Chris Reiff
ATTENTION USERS! The Hasbro HasLab Tron project needs YOUR help! We're joined by Hasbro Programs Steve Evans and Chris Reiff to talk all about the 1982-inspired ENCOM project — Tron: Heroes of the Grid — and everything that went into the Hasbro 375 centerpiece for Tron collectors. You have until 11:59p ET on November 24th to back the Tron: Heroes of the Grid—what are YOU waiting for? https://www.hasbropulse.com/product/G35465L00Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

AIC NEWS: Week of November 10, 2025
bonusWelcome to AICNN (Adventures in Collecting News Network) where toy news matters! This is your AIC NEWS brief. Give us a few minutes, and we'll give you the goods.This week the AICNN anchors highlight what you need to know for the week of November 10th, 2025!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

S1 Ep 186Launching an Indie Toy Company: Scrambled Eggs Creative with Michael Gulen
Michael Gulen is a 25-year toy industry veteran who has worked as Design Lead at McFarlane Toys and Super7 — helping bring countless collectibles to shelves all over the world. Now he's launching his own company—Scrambled Eggs Creative—with a Any Means Necessary Kickstarter collab that translates artist Shawn Coss' drawings to toys for the first time. Hear about the project, his history, and more in this episode! Back the Bag Lady Companion on Kickstarter! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/scrambledeggcreate/i-am-not-broken-the-bag-lady-vinyl-companion?ref=3yw2g9 Learn more about Scrambled Eggs Creative https://www.scrambledeggscreative.com/Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

S1 Ep 185The 2025 Halloween Special: Five Nights At Freddy's with Jazwares' Aaron Margolin
It's our annual Halloween special and we're headed to Hurricane, Utah for a stay at Freddy Fazbear's Pizzeria with Jazwares' own—and friend of the pod—Aaron Margolin! Hear all about the growing Five Nights at Freddy's toyline, plush, and maybe even grab a super exclusive reveal from the brand manager himself. Scare yourself up a good time and kick off Halloween week with well over an hour talking about the FNAF fandom!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

S1 Ep 184The Voices of the Gundam Universe: A Conversation with Kyle McCarley and Caleb Yen
Surprise! We have one more #NYCC interview to share with you. Join Erik as he sits down with voice actors Kyle McCarley and Caleb Yen courtesy of our friends Bandai Namco Toys and Collectibles America! Kyle and Caleb have extensive VO careers, but overlap in the world of Gundam and Demon Slayer — hear more about their projects and their collections in this exclusive interview!Follow Caleb @caleb.yen and Kyle @kylemccarleyvo on Instagram!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

S1 Ep 183Todd is on the Pod: Chatting with Todd McFarlane at NYCC 2025
We conclude our coverage of NYCC 2025 with a chat with comic book and toy legend—and more importantly—friend of the pod Todd McFarlane! After back to back panels, we recap the big news from the mega fall convention including his Image Comics founder's series of Elite Edition figures as well as an update on what's left for the DC Multiverse.Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive NetworkmoAw7rT0NY4uGBCZSzVP

S1 Ep 182Cold Slither Takes Over NYCC Feat. Ross Sewage
Cobra Commander wants to take over the world—his next attempt comes THIS WEEKEND at #NYCC as #ColdSlither takes over the famous Gramercy Theater! Ahead of their big gig, we're talking to Torch — AKA Ross Sewage — all about the show and how the band got together. Get your tickets to Cold Slither LIVE in NYC on October 11th!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

S1 Ep 181Squish it Real Good with Incredible Group's Ryan Carr
Everyone loves a good squishi, right? Well Incredible Group is out there making some of the coolest squishi toys around based on classic brands like Swedish Fish, Oreo, Ring Pop, and Sour Patch Kids. These squishi toys all have unique textures, unboxing experiences, and even super familiar scents. Learn about what goes into making these visceral collectibles from Incredible Group's own Ryan Carr.Look for the latest Squishi toys from Incredible Group this October at Target!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

Premium Toyetic Event: WWE Wrestlepalooza 2025
bonusAs we always do on Premium Toyetic Event, we're breaking down the athletes from the top pro wrestling PPVs and PLEs who are most deserving of the action figure treatment. It's like fashion week, but wrestling gear! This week, we're discussing who was toyetic from 2025's Wrestlepalooza!Who do YOU think deserves an action figure from this event? Let us know!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

AIC NEWS: Week of September 5th, 2025
bonusWelcome to AICNN (Adventures in Collecting News Network) where toy news matters! This is your AIC NEWS brief. Give us a few minutes, and we'll give you the goods.This week the AICNN anchors highlight what you need to know for the week of September 15th, 2025!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

Premium Toyetic Event: WWE Clash in Paris 2025
bonusAs we always do on Premium Toyetic Event, we're breaking down the athletes from the top pro wrestling PPVs and PLEs who are most deserving of the action figure treatment. It's like fashion week, but wrestling gear! This week, we're discussing who was tre magnifique from 2025's Clash in Paris!Who do YOU think deserves an action figure from this event? Let us know!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

S1 Ep 180Bringing the HasLab Gunship to Life with Hasbro's Steve Evans
He's our friend. He's your friend. He's friend to all—this week we are once again joined by the incomparable Senior Director of Fan Product Design at Hasbro, Steve Evans to talk all about the Star Wars the Vintage Collection Republic Gunship HasLab campaign—AND—to answer some of YOUR burning questions about it. You have until 11:59p ET on September 8th to back the Gunship—what are YOU waiting for? BACK THE GUNSHIPFollow Steve @MrStevie18 on Instagram!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network
S1 Ep 1792025 Fantasy Toy Draft: 1980's Edition Featuring Ryan Ting and Jason Langston
The rules are simple (kind of). 4 nerds enter, they select 5 action figures/vehicles produced in the 1980s with the goal of building the "best" team—and then YOU decide the winner. Join Dave and Erik, with special guests Ryan Ting and Jason Langston for this year's fantasy draft season special and then head over to our instagram to help determine which team reigns supreme! Follow Ryan @ryan_ting and Jason @jasonnlangston on Instagram!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

AIC NEWS: Week of August 18, 2025
bonusWelcome to AICNN (Adventures in Collecting News Network) where toy news matters! This is your AIC NEWS brief. Give us a few minutes, and we'll give you the goods.This week the AICNN anchors highlight what you need to know for the week of August 18th, 2025!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

S1 Ep 178Premium Toyetic Event: WWE Summerslam 2025
Live from our home state of New Jersey, we attended the first ever two-night Summerslam extravaganza and we're here to talk about our experience, and of course, who was the most "toyetic" from both evenings of the show. As we always do on Premium Toyetic Event, we're breaking down the athletes from the top pro wrestling PPVs and PLEs who are most deserving of the action figure treatment. It's like fashion week, but wrestling gear!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

S1 Ep 177Toys on FIlm: The Fantastic Four: First Steps
We're back with another addition of Toys on Film, this time talking about something pretty Fantastic... that's right! Grab a handful of popcorn from Galactus' head and feed that insatiable hunger for a conversation about the 2025 film the Fantastic Four: First Steps along with all the toys and collectibles out to support the box office smash.Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

AIC NEWS: SDCC 2025 - A Special Highlight Report
bonusWelcome to AICNN (Adventures in Collecting News Network) where toy news matters, and this special extended report recapping the highlights you need to hear about from San Diego Comic Con 2025!Hear about all of the wrestling, Marvel Legends, Star Wars, Transformers, McFarlane Toys, Jada, NECA, Bandai, and so much more!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

S1 Ep 176Toys on Film: Superman (2025)
We're back with another addition of Toys on Film, this time talking about the movie that EVERYONE is talking about... Superman! Look up with us as we discuss what we thought about the film and cover off on the toys that are already out there to support the release of this film. We believed a man (and a dog) could fly, but can you?Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

S1 Ep 175Action Figure Mount Rushmore Featuring Kyle Wlodyga!
Friend of the pod Kyle Wlodyga (formerly of Super7) joins us to tell us all about his new metal-infused venture -- CARVE THE FIVE -- and to help us craft our own person action figure Mount Rushmores. Join us, will you? Find Kyle online at https://www.wlodyga.com/Follow J-Shot @jshot_820 and Matchu @matchutoy on Instagram to stay up-to-date with B2S!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

AIC NEWS: Week of July 7th, 2025
bonusWelcome to AICNN (Adventures in Collecting News Network) where toy news matters! This is your AIC NEWS brief. Give us a few minutes, and we'll give you the goods.This week the AICNN anchors highlight what you need to know for the week of July 7th, 2025!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

S1 Ep 174Worlds Collide! The SDCC 2025 Crossover Episode with Between 2 Sentinels
What happens when two irresistible forces meet head on with two immovable objects? We have no idea, but this is what happens when two different toy shows become one to talk all about (and maybe speculate a bit) the upcoming San Diego Comic Con, SH Figuarts Cyclops, and so, so much more. Listen as the boys of AIC are joined by J-Shot and Matchu from Between 2 Sentinels in this re-broadcasting of their epic crossover!Follow J-Shot @jshot_820 and Matchu @matchutoy on Instagram to stay up-to-date with B2S!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

AIC NEWS: Week of June 23, 2025
bonusWelcome to AICNN (Adventures in Collecting News Network) where toy news matters! This is your AIC NEWS brief. Give us a few minutes, and we'll give you the goods.This week the AICNN anchors highlight what you need to know for the week of June 23rd, 2025!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

S1 Ep 173Art, Action Figures, and Phandom with Harry Moore
Harry Moore is a secret legend when it comes to toy packaging. Since the 1990s his art has adorned toy packaging from ToyBiz and Disney, to some of MOC collectors favorite pieces like the Marvel Legends retro Spider-Man cards and now the retro Kenner-tribute Ghostbusters line. Enjoy a 90+ min conversation with Harry in the latest episode of Adventures in Collecting!Follow Harry on Instagram @harrymooredesignFollow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

S1 Ep 172The Best of 2025 (So Far) - Top 10 Picks Feat. Preternia
Somehow we're already halfway through 2025 - how does that even happen?!? Well we're continuing our annual tradition of naming our top 10 releases of the year here at the midway point, but this time, we're joined by longtime friend and first time guest, the man behind all those juicy links, John of Preternia fame! Who made the list? Who didn't? Listen and find out!Follow Jon on X @preterniadotcomFollow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network

AIC NEWS: Week of June 1st 2025
bonusWelcome to AICNN (Adventures in Collecting News Network) where toy news matters! This is your AIC NEWS brief. Give us a few minutes, and we'll give you the goods.This week the AICNN anchors highlight what you need to know for the week of June 1st, 2025!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeStart creating a podcast today with Zencastr! Learn more.Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network