Adventures in Collecting Toy Collecting Podcast

Friend of the pod and returning guest MItch of Hasttel Toy is back to give us an update on all things Grapplers and Gimmicks. From the retro-inspired figures that got him started to the new modern, articulated Regium line, catch up on what's going on and hear all about where the line is headed in this exciting episode!Follow Hasttel Toy on Instagram @hastteltoy and visit https://www.hastteltoy.com to get your figures!Watch Icons Unearthed: Spider-Man on VICE TV starting July 10th!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeIntro 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

Welcome 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 toy industry news from the week of July 1, 2024.Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, X, and YouTubeIntro 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

Friend of the pod and Nacelle Founder, CEO Brian Volk-Weiss is back to give us an update on the Nacelleverse. From The Expanse and Biker Mice from Mars to the COW Boys of Moo Mesa, catch up on what's going on and hear all about the next season of Icons Unearthed: Spider-Man on this jam-packed episode!Follow Nacelle on Instagram @toysnacelle and visit https://www.nacellestore.com to get your Roboforce, Sectaurs, Biker Mice from Mars, and Moo Mesa figures!Watch Icons Unearthed: Spider-Man on VICE TV starting July 10th!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

In this edition of Premium Toyetic Event, Dave and Erik break down their favorite looks from WWE Clash at the Castle 2024! See who they think should get put over by the folks at Mattel to find their way into the Main Event, Elite, and Ultimate edition lines!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

Kanik's back, jack! Returning guest Michael Kanik of Major Bendies returns to the show after over a year to discuss all things Major Bendies and Big Rubber Guys... and maybe a little hint at what's to come in the not-so-distant-future! Listen now!Follow Major Bendies on Instagram @majorbendies and visit https://www.majorbendies.com to buy Major Bendies and Big Rubber Guys!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

Welcome 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 toy industry news from the week of June 3, 2024.Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

This ain't no "Toy and Pizza" Con anymore! Friend of the pod Jesse DeStasio of Toy Pizza returns to update us on his latest projects, GLYOS developments, and of course, his upcoming Toy Pizza Expo on June 16th in Beacon, New York!Follow Toy Pizza on Instagram @toypizza and visit https://toypizza.com to buy Knights of the Slice and to subscribe to Jesse's Patreon!Don't miss the inaugural Toy Pizza Expo on Sunday, June 16th at The Yard in Beacon, New York!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

Cats and dogs, living together! Joining Erik for this special bonus pod, returning guest and friend of the pod Todd McFarlane of McFarlane Toys talks about his two most recent deals: Marvel Comics and UFC!Follow McFarlane Toys on Instagram @mcfarlane_toys_officialFollow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

Welcome 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 toy industry news from the week of May 20th, 2024.Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

X-Men 97... EVER HEARD OF IT!??! Ahead of the season finale on Disney plus this week, we're joined on the pod by none other than the voice of Roberto Da Costa AKA Sunspot himself, Gui Agustini! Learn how this Brazilian-born actor found his way to X-Men and how much being part of the cultural phenomenon has been! Watch the Season 1 Finale of X-Men 97 only on Disney+ this Wednesday, May 15th!Follow Gui on Instagram @guiagustini1Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

In this edition of Premium Toyetic Event, Dave and Erik break down their favorite looks from WWE Backlash 2024! See who they think should get put over by the folks at Mattel to find their way into the Main Event, Elite, and Ultimate edition lines!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

Welcome 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 toy industry news from the week of April 29th, 2024.Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

This week we're joined on the pod by New Jersey's own James from Fox Forge Toys to talk about their latest 1:12 scale sci-fi toyline, Galactic Valor! Learn about James' history with the toy industry, how he got his start with Fox Forge Toys, and hear all about Galactic Valor!Back Galactic Valorhttps://www.kickstarter.com/projects/foxforgetoys/galactic-valor-action-figures?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=Galactic%20ValorFollow Fox Forge Toys on Instagram @foxforgetoysSave 20% on Liquid I.V. by using our offer code at liquid-iv.comFollow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

Friend of the pod Jason Bienvenu from Spero is back on the show to talk about his latest successful Kickstarter campaign for Animal Warriors of Kingdom Series 2! With just a few days left, see why you should back this campaign before it's too late!Back AWOK Series 2https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/thekingdomcomic/animal-warriors-of-the-kingdomtm-primal-series-2?ref=nav_search&result=project&term=animal%20warriors%20Follow Spero Toys on Instagram @sperotoysSave 20% on Liquid I.V. by using our offer code at liquid-iv.comFollow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

In this edition of Premium Toyetic Event, Dave breaks down his favorite looks from Wrestlemania XL Sunday! See who he thinks should get put over by the folks at Mattel to find their way into the Elite and Ultimate lines!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

In this edition of Premium Toyetic Event, Dave breaks down his favorite looks from Wrestlemania XL Saturday! See who he thinks should get put over by the folks at Mattel to find their way into the Elite and Ultimate lines!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

It's crazy to think that we've done 134 episodes about junk food and nothing else, right? Friend of the pod and returning guest Captain Yuma joins us for this VERY NORMAL AND DEFINITELY NOT SPECIAL BECAUSE OF THE AIR DATE episode of Adventures in Snacking. Stay up-to-date with Yuma @yumabooma on Instagram, and be sure to download the CW app to see him on NWA Powerr!Save 20% on Liquid I.V. by using our offer code at liquid-iv.comFollow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

Welcome 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 toy industry news from the week of March 18th, 2024.Save 20% on Liquid I.V. by using our offer code at liquid-iv.comFollow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

Reveals! Details! Answers to burning questions! Our friends Emily, Lenny, and Tony from Hasbro's G.I. Joe team return to the show and hold very little back! In this nearly 90-minute epic, we're talking all about G.I. Joe Classified Series and it's one you don't want to miss!Stay up-to-date with G.I. Joe Classified through @hasbropulse on Instagram, and be sure to follow Emily @morphinomenally_emily, Lenny @weatherdominator, and Tony @thegreattonino for inside looks and more!Save 20% on Liquid I.V. by using our offer code at liquid-iv.comFollow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

In this edition of Premium Toyetic Event, Dave and Erik break down their favorite looks from the 2024 AEW Revolution! See who they think should get put over by the folks at Jazwares to find their way into the Unrivaled, Unmatched, and/or Supreme lines!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

Ska isn't dead! On the heels of their new album and tour announcement, Half Past Two's guitarist/vocalist Max Beckman joins us to talk about his toy collection, comics, and the art of Ska! Follow Half Past Two and Max on Instagram @halfpasttwoska and @kingotterpopWe recently made Feedspot’s list of “Top Toy Podcasts” check it out: https://blog.feedspot.com/toy_collecting_podcasts Save 20% on Liquid I.V. by using our offer code at liquid-iv.comFollow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

In this edition of Premium Toyetic Event, Dave and Erik break down their favorite looks from the 2024 WWE Elimination Chamber! See who they think should get put over by the folks at Mattel to find their way into the Elite or Ultimate lines!Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

The Toddfather himself Todd McFarlane joins us to talk 30 years of McFarlane Toys! From Spawn and DC Multiverse to Super Powers, Sports, and more, join us as Todd answers a bunch of questions and dives into the 30th anniversary celebration. Follow McFarlane Toys and Todd on Instagram @mcfarlane_toys_official and @toddmcfarlaneSave 20% on Liquid I.V. by using our offer code at liquid-iv.comFollow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

Oh, you thought we were done talking about "Up For Auction?" Joining us on this special bonus edition of Adventures in Collecting is comedian, actor, and host of Nacelle's "Up For Auction" is none other than Chris Hardwick! Follow Nacelle and Chris on Instagram @toysnacelle and @hardwickCatch all episodes of "Up For Auction" streaming NOW only on the CWSave 20% on Liquid I.V. by using our offer code at liquid-iv.comFollow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

Welcome 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 toy industry news from the week of February 5, 2024.Save 20% on Liquid I.V. by using our offer code at liquid-iv.comFollow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

Returning once again to the pod is our good friend Brian Volk-Weiss from the Nacelle Company! Here to discuss his latest show, "Up for Auction" featuring Chris Hardwick, Brian fills us in on the series as well as updates for all of the toys in the growing Nacelleverse. Follow Nacelle and Brian on Instagram @toysnacelle and @brianvolkweissCatch all episodes of "Up For Auction" streaming February 8, 2024 only on the CWSave 20% on Liquid I.V. by using our offer code at liquid-iv.comFollow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

In this inaugural edition of Premium Toyetic Event, Dave and Erik break down their favorite looks from Pro Wrestling's biggest live events - beginning with the 2024 WWE Royal Rumble! See who they think should get put over by the folks at Mattel to find their way into the Elite or Ultimate lines! Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

Our first interview of 2024 welcomes a first-time guest to the show! For over two decades, Jada Toys has been a die-cast leader in collectibles, but over the past couple of years they've entered the 1:12 scale action figure game: and they've done it with a SPLASH. Hear from Jada Toys' VP of Marketing Mike Jimenez about the evolution of products from Jada Toys as well as his history with toys and the company!Follow Jada Toys on Instragam @jadatoys for all the latest news and updates from the brand!Want more Jada? Listen to Juhn with our friends Toy Migos!https://www.youtube.com/live/HyZt7HNn0dY?app=desktopSave 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

Welcome 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 toy industry news from the week of January 8, 2024.Save 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow Adventures in Collecting on Instagram,  TikTok, and Twitter @aic_podcast, like us on Facebook, and subscribe to our YouTube channel for weekly unboxing videos and more!Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Proudly part of the Non-Productive Network

Let's put a clear exclamation mark on 2023 before we put our focus on 2024 and beyond - on our annual list episode, Dave and Erik break down their top 10 toy releases of the year! Who made the cut? Who got dropped from the half way list? Controversy? Intrigue? Listen and learn!Save 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

Happy New Year! Before we hit you all with our best of 2023, let's look ahead to 2024 (and beyond). In this episode Dave and Erik sit down to chat about some of their favorite toy lines and what we hope they'll show us going forward!Save 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

It's that time of the year once again! It's Christmas and we're turning back the clock to take a look at our pasts and enjoying the bygone art of the Christmas/Holiday Catalog! From the Sears Wishbook to Toys R Us's Big Toy Book, let's celebrate by reminiscing about all of the excitement and joy these catalogs brought us. We'd like to thank all of our previous guests that called in on the AIC Hotline to send their holiday greetings and to all of you - our listeners for tuning in all year. Merry Christmas, happy holidays, and happy new year!Save 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

Welcome 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 toy industry news from the week of December 11, 2023.Save 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow Adventures in Collecting on Instagram,  TikTok, and Twitter @aic_podcast, like us on Facebook, and subscribe to our YouTube channel for weekly unboxing videos and more!Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Proudly part of the Non-Productive Network

May the Force be with you! We're closing out 2023 with one more Hasbro roundtable chat with Jing and Chris of the Star Wars team. Dive in with us and other esteemed members of the toy community as we get answers  to some of the community's most asked questions around the popular Vintage Collection, Black Series, and Retro action figures!Save 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

It's a jungle out there! This week we're joined by Jason Bienvenu, managing partner at Spero Toys to talk all about their Animals Warriors of the Kingdom. In this episode we dig up the roots of the story behind the indie darling toy line, learn more about the origins, and talk about what's to come! Visit sperotoys.com to order toys, comics, and stay up-to-date with the latest news on AWOK, Bushido, and more!Save 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

Welcome 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 toy industry news from the final week of November 2023.Save 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow Adventures in Collecting on Instagram,  TikTok, and Twitter @aic_podcast, like us on Facebook, and subscribe to our YouTube channel for weekly unboxing videos and more!Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Proudly part of the Non-Productive Network

Welcome back to Toys on Film! This week we're talking all about the new Toho Godzilla release celebrating 70 years of the King of Monsters, "Godzilla Minus One!" We had the opportunity to see an early press screening of the iconic kaiju's relaunch at the Japan Society in New York City ahead of the release in the United States. Spoilers ahead as we do a full breakdown of the film, give our review, and of course, talk about the toys that support it!See Godzilla Minus One in theaters and IMAX on December 1st!Save 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

Welcome 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 toy industry news from the week of November 13, 2023.Save 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow Adventures in Collecting on Instagram,  TikTok, and Twitter @aic_podcast, like us on Facebook, and subscribe to our YouTube channel for weekly unboxing videos and more!Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Proudly part of the Non-Productive Network

Keep 375 Alive! This week we're joined by Plastic Meatball's Mark Morse and Roman Cortez where we discuss the design, direction, and creation of Plastic Meatball products. From reviving retro IPs in the ultimate "What If" scenarios, to bringing modern licenses to the iconic form factors of yesteryear, get ready for a packed episode with Plastic Meatball!Follow Plastic Meatball on Twitter and Instagram @plasticmeatballSave 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

We ain’t afraid of no ghost! Dave had the opportunity to sit down and chat with friend of the pod Emily Bader and the rest of the #Ghostbusters team ​⁠ to chat all things HasLab. Sit back, and enjoy!Back the HasLab exclusively on Pulse!https://hasbropulse.com/products/ghostbusters-plasma-series-haslab-two-in-the-box-ghost-trap-and-p-k-e-meterSave 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12 [https://zen.ai/aicpod12Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram [https://instagram.com/aic_podcast], Facebook [https://facebook.com/aicpodcast], Twitter [https://twitter.com/aic_podcast], and YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCeNtqD5fka34ndNJ4kD0zlw]Intro and other voices by Joe Azzari https://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Theme Music is "Game Boy Horror" by the Zombie DandiesProudly part of the Non-Productive Network [https://non-productive.com/] 

Welcome 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 toy industry news from the final week of October 2023.Save 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow Adventures in Collecting on Instagram,  TikTok, and Twitter @aic_podcast, like us on Facebook, and subscribe to our YouTube channel for weekly unboxing videos and more!Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Proudly part of the Non-Productive Network

Boo! It's Halloween! This year we're once again joined by best friend of the pod Dave (@cr33py on Instagram) to talk about some truly monstrous toys! From the classic REMCO Universal Monsters to WWE Zombies and beyond, the boys break down some of their favorite monster-driven toys ever made!Save 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

Welcome 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 toy industry news from the week of October 16, 2023.Save 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow Adventures in Collecting on Instagram,  TikTok, and Twitter @aic_podcast, like us on Facebook, and subscribe to our YouTube channel for weekly unboxing videos and more!Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Proudly part of the Non-Productive Network

The 2023 New York Comic Con is in the books! Dave and Erik spent 3 days among the masses of con-goers to talk about toys with a variety of creators, and got to see a lot in the process. In this jam-packed special episode, here their thoughts on the show overall and hear exclusive interviews from the NYCC floor including a chat with Ryan Ting, Dan Yun, and Dwight Stall from the Hasbro Marvel Legends Team as well as Russ Akin, AKA Shartimus Prime about his current Kickstarter for Street Humans!Back the Hasbro HasLab Marvel Legends Giant Man project here:https://hasbropulse.com/collections/haslabBack the Street Humans campaign here:https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/streethumans/street-humanstmSave 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

Welcome 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 toy industry news from the week of October 2, 2023.Ready to shop better hydration, use our special link https://zen.ai/aicpod20 to save 20% off anything you order.Save 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow Adventures in Collecting on Instagram,  TikTok, and Twitter @aic_podcast, like us on Facebook, and subscribe to our YouTube channel for weekly unboxing videos and more!Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Proudly part of the Non-Productive Network

Dave and Erik took on Toy Fair and came out the other end! Join the brothers Weinbrecht for some quick thoughts on 2023 New York Toy Fair and then listen as they sit down with friend of the pod Brian Volk-Weiss from Nacelle as they discuss the latest toys from the company and get some updates on Biker Mice From Mars LIVE from the Toy Fair floor!Follow Nacelle on Instagram @nacellecompany and keep up with all of their goings on and preorders right here!Ready to shop better hydration, use our special link https://zen.ai/aicpod20 to save 20% off anything you order.Save 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

There are legends, and then there are Marvel Legends. Completing the set of the Android, the Alien, and the Wizard, we are joined by real life Wizard and Marvel Legend Dwight Stall from Hasbro to talk all things Marvel Legends, HasLab, toy design, and even an impromptu "What if" we could build a soccer team from Marvel characters. Follow Dwight on Instagram @stalldwight and keep up with all of the Hasbro goings on @hasbropulse!Ready to shop better hydration, use our special link https://zen.ai/aicpod20 to save 20% off anything you order.Save 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

Hey you... yeah, we're talking to you. Listen buddy, go POP! Yourself. And while you're at it, POP! your friend, your partner, and your parent! No... seriously... turn yourself and your loved ones into Funko POP! vinyl figures! Listen to this fireside chat led by Funko's VP of the POP! Yourself program and Retail as he discusses the newly launched product and talks about what's to come!Visit funko.com today to POP! Yourself and be sure to follow @originalfunko on Instagram for the latest updates. Ready to shop better hydration, use our special link https://zen.ai/aicpod20 to save 20% off anything you order.Save 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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

Welcome 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 toy industry news from the week of September 11, 2023.Ready to shop better hydration, use our special link https://zen.ai/aicpod20 to save 20% off anything you order.Save 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow Adventures in Collecting on Instagram,  TikTok, and Twitter @aic_podcast, like us on Facebook, and subscribe to our YouTube channel for weekly unboxing videos and more!Intro and other voices by Joe Azzarihttps://www.instagram.com/voicesbyjoe/Proudly part of the Non-Productive Network

You only get one first impression, and the packaging has long been that first impression in the toy world. Joining us today on the show is longtime toy packaging designer, currently at Jazwares, Chris Metzger! Hear about his long history in the business, where he finds inspiration, and get answers to your burning questions!Follow Chris on Instagram @c_m_metzger and keep up with all of the Jazwares AEW goings on @aewbyjazwares!Ready to shop better hydration, use our special link https://zen.ai/aicpod20 to save 20% off anything you order.Save 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow us @aic_podcast on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, and YouTubeIntro 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