Adventures in Collecting Toy Collecting Podcast

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

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 August, 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

Do you sense it? There are tremors in the force... long have we waited to welcome Hasbro's Star Wars the Vintage Collection Designer Emily Cantelupe to the pod! This week we're talking all about TVC, Emily's design journey through Hasbro, the Ghost HasLab, the art of keeping secrets, and so much more!Follow Emily on Instagram @ms_melon 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

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 August 14th, 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

Pop some popcorn and grab the candy; Dave and Erik are headed to the movies! This week the boys revive and relaunch "Toys on Film" a series of special episodes analyzing films that have a close relationship with, and have a had a major impact on, toys! There's no better place than to start with 1990's iconic TMNT film, so make sure you've recently watched the film and let's all go to the movies!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 first week of August, 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

This week's episode takes a dive into the excitement of the 2023 San Diego Comic Con event - from the biggest reveals, most disappointing moments, and surprises that caught us off guard, dive into one of the biggest collectible events in the world with Dave and Erik, along with Paul and Bill from the Reluctant Adult Podcast!See Paul's weird AI legs and more Reluctant Adult Podcast on social media  @thereluctantadultpodcast.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 2023 San Diego Comic Con event!.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

This week's episode marks Playmates Toys' VP of Marketing Pat Linden's return to the show! With Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem just a few weeks away from hitting theaters and the marketing hype train long out of the station, we're talking the new TMNT toys and more with Pat!Keep up-to-date with the latest from Playmates Toys on Instagram @playmatestoys. 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 final week of June 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

YO JOE! We're back with Emily and Lenny from the G.I. Joe team at Hasbro for a roundtable discussion where Dave asks ONLY questions that were submitted by our followers on social media. Join us along with folks from the Toy Book, HISS Tank, and Gizmodo as we ask questions and get some answers!Follow Emily, Lenny, and Hasbro on Instagram @morphinomenally_emily, @weatherdominator and @hasbropulse and visit hasbropulse.com for the latest news across the brand!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

We are half way through 2023 which means Erik and Dave are counting down their top 10 toys of the year so far! From Wrestling and Marvel to Bandai and McFarlane Toys, listen and see if any of your favorite toys from the first half of 2023 made their list!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 June 12, 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 wanted a Dragonfly, well you're GETTING a Dragonfly! Joining us this week on the show following yet another slam dunk HasLab announcement are returning guests and friends of the pod Emily Bader and Lenny Panzica from Hasbro's GI Joe team! We discuss the latest releases, reveals, and answer some of your burning questions!Follow Emily, Lenny, and Hasbro on Instagram @morphinomenally_emily, @weatherdominator and @hasbropulse and visit hasbropulse.com for the latest news across the brand!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 final week of May 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

Dave and Erik are taking a week off, but we still have something for you to listen to! Since AEW FanFest and Double or Nothing were this weekend, let's go back... WAY back to the beginnings of Adventures in Collecting by revisiting our interview with Jazwares' Jeremy Padawer. Enjoy this trip down memory lane; we'll be back next week!Follow Jeremy and Jazwares on Instagram @jeremypadawer and @jazwares for the latest news across the brand!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

This week's episode is more than meets the eye as we dive into the latest news and insights from Transformers with Hasbro's Ben "BMac" MacCrae! From the Rise of the Beasts film to new high-end collectible bots from Robosen, store exclusives, and more, find out how BMac wound up at Hasbro, his long history with toys, and more in this jam-packed episode!Follow BMac and Hasbro on Instagram @bmacatron84 and @hasbropulse and visit hasbropulse.com for the latest news across the brand!Follow the rest of the Transformers crew on Instagram @naveskoorb, @marclonus, and @king_samlockSave 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 May 8, 2023.Use our special link zen.ai/aicpod and use aicpod to save 30% off your first three months of Zencastr professional. #madeonzencastrSave 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow Adventures in Collecting on Instagram and Twitter@aic_podcast and on TikTok @adventuresincollecting, 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

We're headed back into the wild world of Super7 with returning guest and friend of the pod, Associate Design Director at Super7, Kyle Wlodyga! From updates on TMNT, Power Rangers, and Conan, to wild speculation on the future of Ghost's Papa Emeritus IV and questions posed by our social media followers, let's catch up with Kyle!Follow Kyle and Super7 on Instagram @wlodygadude and @super7 and visit super7.com for the latest news across the brand!Use our special link zen.ai/aicpod and use aicpod to save 30% off your first three months of Zencastr professional. #madeonzencastrSave 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 April, 2023.Use our special link zen.ai/aicpod and use aicpod to save 30% off your first three months of Zencastr professional. #madeonzencastrSave 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow Adventures in Collecting on Instagram and Twitter@aic_podcast and on TikTok @adventuresincollecting, 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

Tamashii Nations is hitting the road for a 15 year Anniversary World Tour and there's a lot to celebrate! We're joined by Bandai Namco Toys and Collectibles America's Justin Cavender to talk about the NYC stop and hear more about what's new at Bandai! Follow Justin, Tamashii Nations, and Bandai Namco Toys and Collectibles America on Instagram @edgyarmo @bandaicollect and @instamashii. Be sure to stop in and see the Tamashii Nations World Tour as it rolls through NYC's Grand Central Terminal April 28-30. Use our special link zen.ai/aicpod and use aicpod to save 30% off your first three months of Zencastr professional. #madeonzencastrSave 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 April 10th, 2023.Use our special link zen.ai/aicpod and use aicpod to save 30% off your first three months of Zencastr professional. #madeonzencastrSave 12% at BlendJet - use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aicpod12Follow Adventures in Collecting on Instagram and Twitter@aic_podcast and on TikTok @adventuresincollecting, 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 show of shows. The grandest stage of them all. WRESTLEMANIA! As is our tradition, we're here post-Wrestlemania to dicsuss the Mattel reveals from the weekend, pick the most toyetic talent from the weekend, and better yet, we're joined by Mattel's Steve Ozer to go over it all! We talk to the new WCW Nitro crowd fund, elites, basics, ultimates, superstars, and retros from Wrestlemania weekend and so much more!Follow Steve on Instagram @actionfigureattack and on Twitter @actionfigattack and back the WCW Nitro Arena now at mattelcreations.comUse our special link zen.ai/aicpod and use aicpod to save 30% off your first three months of Zencastr professional. #madeonzencastrSave 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 March 2023.Use our special link zen.ai/aicpod and use aicpod to save 30% off your first three months of Zencastr professional. #madeonzencastrGet 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code AIC at MANSCAPED.comFollow Adventures in Collecting on Instagram and Twitter@aic_podcast and on TikTok @adventuresincollecting, 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

A return 3 years in the making! Friend of the pod and Director of Design and Development of Marvel at Hasbro, Steve Evans is back to discuss the status of the Kenner Retro Marvel Legends, his contribution to the relaunch of the retro Indiana Jones figures and so much more. Follow Steve and Hasbro on Instagram @mrstevie18 and @hasbropulse to learn more!Use our special link zen.ai/aicpod and use aicpod to save 30% off your first three months of Zencastr professional. #madeonzencastrGet 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code AIC at MANSCAPED.comSave 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 March 13, 2023.Interested in investing in Zencastr? go to wefunder.com/zencastr to claim your slice of the Future of Podcasting!Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code AIC at MANSCAPED.comFollow Adventures in Collecting on Instagram and Twitter@aic_podcast and on TikTok @adventuresincollecting, 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

This week we launch ourselves back into the squared circle with one of Boss Fight Studio's founding designers Erik Araña to discuss his current and upcoming contributions to the wrestling figure world with BFS' Legends of Lucha Libre and MLW lines. Also - hear Erik answer questions from Adventures in Collecting followers and more!Follow Boss Fight Studio on Instagram @bossfightstudio and visit https://bossfightshop.com to learn more!Interested in investing in Zencastr? go to wefunder.com/zencastr to claim your slice of the Future of Podcasting!Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code AIC at MANSCAPED.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 first week of March, 2023.Interested in investing in Zencastr? go to wefunder.com/zencastr to claim your slice of the Future of Podcasting!Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code AIC at MANSCAPED.comFollow Adventures in Collecting on Instagram and Twitter@aic_podcast and on TikTok @adventuresincollecting, 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

This week on the pod we sit down with Rob Post, owner of the latest ultra-successful Kickstarter campaign, Savage Crucible. Learn about how the line got its start, where it's going, and how you can get on board. Follow Savage Crucible on Instagram @savagecrucible and visit https://savagecrucible.com to get your figures!Interested in investing in Zencastr? go to wefunder.com/zencastr to claim your slice of the Future of Podcasting!Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code AIC at MANSCAPED.comGo to blendjet.com and use code aic12 to save 12% off your order OR use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aic12Follow 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.Happy New Year! This week the AICNN anchors highlight toy industry news from the week of February 13rd, 2023.Interested in investing in Zencastr? go to wefunder.com/zencastr to claim your slice of the Future of Podcasting!Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code AIC at MANSCAPED.comFollow Adventures in Collecting on Instagram and Twitter@aic_podcast and on TikTok @adventuresincollecting, 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

This week on the pod we sit down with the "Hustle Man" himself, Mitch from Hastteltoy as we discuss his successful toy store and the launch of his new retro-inspired wrestling figure line, "Grapplers and Gimmicks." Follow Mitch and Grapplers and Gimmicks on Instagram @hastteltoy and @grapplersandgimmicks visit https://www.hastteltoy.com/ to get your figures!Interested in investing in Zencastr? go to wefunder.com/zencastr to claim your slice of the Future of Podcasting!Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code AIC at MANSCAPED.comGo to blendjet.com and use code aic12 to save 12% off your order OR use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aic12Follow 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

Bend it like Kanik! This week we're joined by Major Bendies Co-Owner Mike Kanik - from literal paper pusher, to WWE licensee, to Major Wrestling Figure Podcast partner, Kanik has been on quite the journey to helping run a growing toy brand. Hear about the process of bringing Major Bendies to life, his history with collectibles, and what's on the horizon. Follow Kanik and Major Bendies on Instagram @kanik89 and @majorbendies and visit https://majorpodmerch.com to get your Bendies!Interested in investing in Zencastr? go to wefunder.com/zencastr to claim your slice of the Future of Podcasting!Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code AIC at MANSCAPED.comGo to blendjet.com and use code aic12 to save 12% off your order OR use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aic12Follow 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.Happy New Year! This week the AICNN anchors highlight toy industry news from the week of January 23rd, 2023.Interested in investing in Zencastr? go to wefunder.com/zencastr to claim your slice of the Future of Podcasting!Go to blendjet.com and use code aic12 to save 12% off your order OR use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aic12Follow Adventures in Collecting on Instagram and Twitter@aic_podcast and on TikTok @adventuresincollecting, 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

This week we're excited to sit down with Super7 Founder Brian Flynn! Since 2001 Super7 has been bringing toys to life with a keen pop cultural awareness, producing everything from Japanese SOFUBI and Kenner-inspirated ReAction figures from just about every property you can think of, to super-articulated 7" Ultimates covering the likes of TMNT, Thundercats, wrestling, Ghost, and more. Hear from Brian as he answers our questions (and yours) about the brand's history, creative process, pricing, and more!Follow Brian and Super7 on Instagram @brianflynn and @super7 and visit https://super7.com for more. Preorder the latest Super7 releases from Entertainment Earth w/ free shipping over $39. Save 10% on all in-stock items w/ code AICPOD.https://ee.toys/XTSLAAInterested in investing in Zencastr? go to wefunder.com/zencastr to claim your slice of the Future of Podcasting!Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code AIC at MANSCAPED.comGo to blendjet.com and use code aic12 to save 12% off your order OR use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aic12Follow 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.Happy New Year! This week the AICNN anchors highlight toy industry news from the week of January 9th, 2023.Interested in investing in Zencastr? go to wefunder.com/zencastr to claim your slice of the Future of Podcasting!Go to blendjet.com and use code aic12 to save 12% off your order OR use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aic12Follow Adventures in Collecting on Instagram and Twitter@aic_podcast and on TikTok @adventuresincollecting, 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

We were invited to chat with Jing and Chris from Hasbro's Star Wars team following their months long Bring Home the Galaxy campaign in 2022. Hear from others around the toy community as this roundtable discusses pricing, availablity, selection, and more!Interested in investing in Zencastr? go to wefunder.com/zencastr to claim your slice of the Future of Podcasting!Get 20% OFF @manscaped + Free Shipping with promo code AIC at MANSCAPED.comGo to blendjet.com and use code aic12 to save 12% off your order OR use our special link and the discount will be applied at checkout! zen.ai/aic12Follow 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