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From Funko and WWE to Star Wars, Marvel, LEGO, and more, grab the cart and hit the aisles with Dave and Erik as they talk toy news, collecting, culture, and more!
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Toys on FIlm: Godzilla Minus One from 2023-11-27T10:00
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...
ListenAIC NEWS: Week of November 13, 2023 from 2023-11-20T10:00
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ListenKeeping the Retro Dream Alive: A Chat with Plastic Meatball's Mark Morse and Roman Cortez from 2023-11-13T10:00
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 IP...
ListenBonus Episode: Busted! A Roundtable Discussion with the Hasbro Ghostbusters Team from 2023-11-09T10:00
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 e...
ListenAIC NEWS: Final Week of October 2023 from 2023-11-06T10:00
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Listen2023 Halloween Special! from 2023-10-30T04:00
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...
ListenAIC NEWS: Week of October 16, 2023 from 2023-10-23T09:00
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Listen2023 New York Comic Con Recap Featuring the Hasbro Marvel Legends Team and Shartimus Prime from 2023-10-16T09:00
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 ...
ListenAIC NEWS: Week of October 2nd, 2023 from 2023-10-09T09:00
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ListenOh So Very Surreal: 2023 New York Toy Fair Thoughts and Interview with Nacelle's Brian Volk-Weiss from 2023-10-02T09:00
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 ...
ListenLegends Among Us: Talking Giant Man and More with Hasbro's Dwight Stall from 2023-09-25T09:00
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 t...
ListenBonus Episode: A Fireside Chat with Funko's VP of POP! Yourself and Retail, Dave Beré from 2023-09-22T09:00
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 on...
ListenAIC NEWS: Week of September 11, 2023 from 2023-09-18T09:00
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ListenWrestling with Box Art: Designing Toy Packaging with Jazwares'Chris Metzger from 2023-09-11T09:00
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,...
ListenAIC NEWS: Final Week of August 2023 from 2023-09-04T09:00
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ListenA 1:18th Scale Galaxy Far, Far Away with Hasbro's Emily Cantelupe from 2023-08-28T09:00
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...
ListenAIC NEWS: Week of August 14th, 2023 from 2023-08-21T14:38:35
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ListenToys on Film: Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (1990) from 2023-08-14T09:00
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 ...
ListenAIC NEWS: First Week of August 2023 from 2023-08-07T09:00
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ListenLet's Talk About 2023 San Diego Comic Con with the Reluctant Adult Podcast from 2023-07-31T09:00
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 in...
ListenAIC NEWS: 2023 San Diego Comic Con Highlights from 2023-07-24T09:00
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ListenCOWABUNGA! Talking Mutant Mayhem and Beyond with Playmates Toys'VP of Marketing, Pat Linden from 2023-07-10T09:00
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 ma...
ListenAIC NEWS: Final Week of June 2023 from 2023-07-03T09:00
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Listen2023 Yo Joe June G.I. Joe Roundtable w/ Lenny and Emily from 2023-06-30T14:04:39
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 ...
ListenThe Best Toys of 2023 (The First Half) from 2023-06-26T09:00
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 yo...
ListenAIC NEWS: Week of June 12, 2023 from 2023-06-19T09:00
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ListenGET TO THE CHOPPAH!!! Celebrating 2023 Yo Joe June with Hasbro's Emily and Lenny from 2023-06-12T09:00
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 Ba...
ListenAIC NEWS: Final Week of May 2023 from 2023-06-05T09:00
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ListenREBROADCAST: Episode 24 Feat. Jazwares'Jeremy Padawer from 2023-05-29T09:00
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 A...
ListenThe Beasts Are Rising: Talking Transformers with Hasbro's Ben"BMac"MacCrae from 2023-05-22T09:00
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 c...
ListenAIC NEWS: Week of May 8th, 2023 from 2023-05-15T09:00
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ListenFrom the Pinnacle to the Pit (of Toys) with Super7's Kyle Wlodyga from 2023-05-08T09:00
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 ...
ListenAIC NEWS: Final Week of April 2023 from 2023-05-01T09:00
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ListenAIC NEWS: Week of April 10th 2023 from 2023-04-17T09:00
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ListenThe Post Wrestlemania 39 Episode with Mattel's Steve Ozer from 2023-04-10T09:00
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 fr...
ListenAIC NEWS: Final Week of March 2023 from 2023-04-03T09:00
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ListenA Bunch of Barmy Bits and Bobs with Hasbro's Steve Evans from 2023-03-27T09:00
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 co...
ListenAIC NEWS: Week of March 13th, 2023 from 2023-03-20T09:00
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ListenMucha Lucha and So Much More with Boss Fight Studio's Erik Araña from 2023-03-13T09:00
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...
ListenAIC NEWS: First Week of March 2023 from 2023-03-06T10:00
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ListenGoing Savage with Rob Post of Savage Crucible from 2023-02-27T10:00
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 ...
ListenAIC NEWS: Week of February 13th, 2023 from 2023-02-20T10:00
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ListenNo One Out Hustles Mitch: Grapplers and Gimmicks with Hastteltoy from 2023-02-13T13:00
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, "Grap...
ListenA Major Case of the Bendies - Talking Bendies with Mike Kanik from 2023-02-06T10:00
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 t...
ListenAIC NEWS: Week of January 23, 2023 from 2023-01-30T10:00
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ListenMonsters, Myths, and Manufacturing: An Interview with Super7 Founder Brian Flynn from 2023-01-23T10:00
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 SOFUB...
ListenAIC NEWS: Week of January 9th, 2023 from 2023-01-16T10:00
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ListenBringing Home the Galaxy with Jing and Chris from Hasbro's Star Wars Team from 2023-01-12T16:43:51
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 rou...
ListenBest of 2022: Dave and Erik's Top 20 Toys of 2022 from 2023-01-09T10:00
Let's kick off 2023 by taking a look back at 2022 and talk about our favorite toy releases (and some of yours) from the last 12 months! 2022 was PACKED with awesome releases so listen to find ou...
ListenAIC NEWS: Happy New Year 2023! from 2023-01-02T10:00
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ListenEpisode 100: The 2022 Holiday Special Feat. A Mystery Guest from 2022-12-26T10:00
Happy Holidays! We've arrived at episode 100 and our 4th volume of Ghosts of Christmas Past - our annual holiday special - with this year bringing the most special guest we've ever welcomed on t...
ListenAIC NEWS: Final News Brief of 2022 from 2022-12-19T10:00
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ListenThe 90s Are Alive With Brandon, Creator of 9 to 5 Warriors from 2022-12-12T10:00
Our guest this week takes us back to the days of saturday morning cartoons, toy commercials, and wacky/original character design. Brandon has been ideating 9 to 5 Warriors for the better part of...
ListenAIC NEWS: Final Week of November 2022 from 2022-12-05T10:00
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ListenBonus Episode: Celebrating Issue #300 of G.I. Joe A Real American Hero and the Stop the Bleed Campaign from 2022-11-30T20:30:57
G.I. Joe and PSAs go WAY back, and in this special bonus episode, we celebrate the 300th issue of G.I. Joe A Real American Hero and learn how to stop bleeding in an emergency with Hasbro's VP of...
ListenTalking Playmates Toys with Their VPs of Marketing John Stelzner and Pat Linden from 2022-11-28T10:00
It's taken us nearly 100 episodes, but were thrilled to sit down and chat with Playmates Toys VPs of Marketing John Stelzner and Pat Linden about their seasoned pasts w/ Playmates Toys as well a...
ListenAIC NEWS: Week of November 14th, 2022 from 2022-11-21T10:00
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ListenAn Interview with Nacelle Company CEO Brian Volk-Weiss from 2022-11-14T10:00
He's back! One of our earliest guests returns and A LOT has happened since we last had him on. From making popular documentaries about toys to profiling toy stores during the panedemic, and now,...
ListenAIC NEWS: First Week of November 2022 from 2022-11-07T10:00
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ListenThe 2022 Halloween Special Featuring NECA's Senior Graphic Designer, Chris Raimo from 2022-10-31T09:00
BOO! It's Halloween and this year, Dave and Erik are joined by horror efficiando and packaging artist at NECA, Chris Raimo to discuss his terror-iffic contributions to your favorite NECA product...
ListenAIC NEWS: Week of October 16, 2022 from 2022-10-24T09:00
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ListenMarvel Legends, Sports, and Stories: An Interview with Hasbro's Dan Yun from 2022-10-17T09:00
This week Dave and Erik are joined by Dan Yun from the Hasbro Marvel Legends team! Learn about his history with toys and how he got his start with Hasbro. Then hear about the latest HasLab proje...
ListenThe 2022 New York Comic Con Recap from 2022-10-10T09:00
2022 New York Comic Con (NYCC) is a wrap and we have the sound bites to prove it! Hear from the Hasbro Marvel Legends Team, Augie from Super 7, Zach from Diamond Select, Rich from the Nacelle Co...
ListenAIC NEWS: Final Week of September 2022 from 2022-10-03T09:00
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ListenThe 2022 Toy Line Draft (1990's Edition) Feat. ToyShiz and MCUCollector24 from 2022-09-26T09:00
Welcome to the first annual Adventures in Collecting Toy Line Draft! Joining Erik and Dave are ToyShiz and MCUCollector24 (Bryant) as they draft toy lines from the 1990s into 5 distinct ...
ListenAIC120: Third Week of September 2022 from 2022-09-19T09:00
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ListenZAPP CON 2022 w/ Emily Bader of from the Hasbro G.I. Joe Team from 2022-09-12T09:00
FALL IN PUKES! We recorded our first ever live episode of the pod at Zapp Con and Hasbro's Emily Bader was kind enough to join us. Hear about the latest and greatest coming from the G.I....
ListenOHHHH WHAT A RUSH! Wrestling Figures, Horror, and More with Sal from Rush Collectibles from 2022-09-05T09:00
It's never been a better time to be a wrestling figure collector - one of the newest companies to the world of wrestling figure production is Rush Collectibles - learn how they're produc...
ListenAIC120: Third Week in August 2022 from 2022-08-29T09:00
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ListenFrom Lord of the Rings to Inside the AEW Ring and Beyond w/ Diamond Select's Zach Oat from 2022-08-22T09:00
Returning guest Zach Oat of Diamond Select Toys is back following a slew of new announcements at SDCC including AEW, Lord of the Rings, Jean Claude Van Damme, Marvel, and more! Listen
AIC120: Second Week of August 2022 from 2022-08-15T09:00
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ListenA SDCC 2022 G.I. Joe Panel Recap w/ Emily and Lenny from Hasbro from 2022-08-08T09:00
YO JOE! We're back with another roundtable discussion with Emily Bader and Lenny Panzica from Hasbro's G.I. Joe team following their 2022 SDCC panel! Hear answers to some of your questio...
ListenAIC120: Final Week of July 2022 from 2022-08-01T09:00
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ListenThe Latest WWE Figures with Mattel's Steve Ozer and Bill Miekina from 2022-07-28T09:00
It's so real it's like being in the ring! This week Dave and Erik are joined by returning guest Steve Ozer and first time guest Bill Miekina of the WWE team over at Mattel. Bill has been making ...
Listen2022 San Diego Comic Con Highlights and Ghost Rider HasLab Speculation from 2022-07-25T09:00
The 2022 San Diego Comic Con has ended and while Dave and Erik weren't there in person, there was still a ton of news to cover! Hear some highlights from the show along with your AIC hosts specu...
ListenSeriously Cool Accessories - The Art of Super Action Stuff from 2022-07-18T09:00
Who's ready to accessorize? This week, Dave and Erik are joined by Greg from Super Action Stuff to talk about his 1:12 scale accessories, how he makes them, and what's coming soon! Listen
AIC120: First Week of July 2022 from 2022-07-11T09:00
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ListenYo Joe June Wrap-Up: A Roundtable Chat with Hasbro's Lenny and Emily from 2022-07-04T09:00
YO JOE!!! Or um... COBRAAA-LA-LA-LA!!! After a month of G.I. Joe Celebration and a super successful HasLab launch, this special episode of Adventures in Collecting finds Dave and Erik at a virtu...
ListenThe Best Figures of 2022 So Far from 2022-06-27T09:00
We're halfway through 2022 and it's time for a list - join Dave and Erik as they countdown their favorite figures and releases in the first half of 2022.
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AIC120: Third Week of June 2022 from 2022-06-20T09:00
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ListenGrab a Slice! Action Figures, Gaming, and the Passion of Creating Toys with Toy Pizza's Jesse DeStasio from 2022-06-13T09:00
This week Dave and Erik are joined by Toy Pizza's Jesse DeStasio to discuss his passion for creating art through toys, the history of Knights of the Slice, and his latest project, Card Slicers n...
ListenAIC120 - First Week in June 2022 from 2022-06-06T09:00
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ListenGotta Snap Em All! Toy Photography, Card Breaks, Pokemon, and Dinosaurs with Nostalgic Adam from 2022-05-30T09:00
Gotta catch (and photograph) em all! Joining Dave and Erik on the pod this is week is Adam Cavazos AKA @nostalgicadam to discuss his relationship with Toy Photography, Jazwares, the joy of openi...
ListenAIC120 - Third Week in May 2022 from 2022-05-23T09:00
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ListenMoon Knighting as a Toy Blogger - From the screen to the shelf with The Figure Report's Michael Hernandez from 2022-05-16T09:00
This week Dave and Erik are joined by Moon Knight actor and the Figure Report's Michael Hernandez to discuss his role in the hit Disney+ show, his chance to get a first hands on with the new Moo...
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ListenYo Joe! A Special Roundtable Discussion with the Hasbro GI Joe Team from 2022-05-02T09:00
Yo Joe! This week Erik joins voices from around the GI Joe community to talk at a virtual roundtable event with Emily and Lenny from Hasbro's GI Joe team. Hear about the latest news and developm...
ListenSpider-Man's 60th Anniversary Livestream - An Interview with the Hasbro Marvel Legends Team from 2022-04-26T21:00
Welcome to a special bonus pod edition of Adventures in Collecting! This time Erik gets some face time with the Hasbro Marvel Legends team following their Spider-Man 60th Anniversary Livestream!...
ListenA Swinging Good Time - 60 Years of Spider-Man Toys Feat. Toy Shiz from 2022-04-25T09:00
Do you feel that? It's your Spidey Sense! Joining Dave and Erik this week is Toy Shiz to discuss all things webbed as the gang dives into 60 years of Spider-Man toys.
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ListenAdventures in Collecting Podcast Trailer from 2022-04-22T03:44:02.487954
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ListenFortnite Extravaganza: An Interview with Jazwares'Mike De Camp from 2022-04-22T03:44:02.277148
On this episode, Dave and Erik sit down with Jazwares' Senior Manager of Business Development and award-winning toy creator, Mike De Camp! We talk all things Fortnite, our personal connectio...
ListenGotta Go Fast! 30 Years of Sonic the Hedgehog Feat. Craigsstuff from 2022-04-18T09:00
TAKE THIS EGGMAN! With the release of Sonic the Hedgehog 2 in theaters and the subsequent 30th anniversary of the world's most famous animated hedgehog, Craigsstuff joins Dave and Erik to talk a...
ListenAIC120 - First Week of April, 2022 from 2022-04-11T09:00
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ListenThe 2022 Wrestlemania Special: Our Favorite Wrestlemania Moments in Plastic from 2022-04-04T09:00
It's WRESTLEMANIA! This week Dave and Erik recap all of the Wrestlemania Axxess news from Mattel and dive into theirs and the AIC Family's favorite Wrestlemania moments captured in plastic, as w...
ListenAIC120 - Fourth Week of March 2022 from 2022-03-28T09:00
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ListenBeing the Elite: Talking AEW with Jazwares'Greg Mitchell from 2022-03-21T09:00
This week, Dave and Erik are joined by Jazwares Vice President of Global Brand and Strategy Greg Mitchell to learn about his history with toys and talk all things AEW Wrestling Figures!
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ListenThe Art of the Toy: An Interview with DKE Toys Co-Founder Dov Kelemer from 2022-03-14T09:00
This week, Dave and Erik are joined by DKE Toys co-founder Dov Kelemer ahead of the Spring 2022 DKECON. Hear about how DKE Toys got started, how artists can participate, and learn more about the...
ListenAdventures in Collecting Podcast Trailer from 2022-03-07T10:51:52.851817
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ListenAIC120 - First Week of March 2022 from 2022-03-07T10:00
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ListenCatching Lightning in a Bottle: An Interview with Ricky from Plunderlings from 2022-02-28T10:00
This week, Dave and Erik are joined by Plunderlings founder Ricky from Lone Coconut as they discuss the mega indie hit toy Plunderlings has become, and what's in store for the future!
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ListenAIC120 - Toy Fair (Kinda) Weekend 2022 from 2022-02-21T10:00
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From the Mosh Pit to the Pressure Pot: An Interview with Dollar $lice Bootlegs from 2022-02-14T10:00
This week, Dave and Erik are joined by artist, designer, and art toy extraordinaire, John Pryor - better known as Dollar $lice Bootlegs! Find out about his journey from hairstylist and active membe...
ListenBONUS POD: February 2022 Roundtable with Emily and Patrick from Hasbro's Star Wars Team from 2022-02-10T17:23:26
We're coming out of hyperdrive as we've just wrapped with Patrick and Emily from the Hasbro Star Wars team following their first Fan First livestream of 2022. Hear from Dave and Erik along with oth...
ListenNew Fortnite From Jazwares in 2022: An Interview with Mike DeCamp and Enrique Ruvalcaba from 2022-02-07T10:00
This week, Dave and Erik are rejoined by returning guest Mike DeCamp of Jazwares and he brought with him his colleague Enrique Ruvalcaba to discuss the details of the new Fortnite product hitting s...
ListenHistory, Fashion, and G.I. Joes: An Interview with Hasbro's Emily Bader from 2022-01-31T10:00
This week, Dave and Erik jump back into the world of Hasbro with associate brand manager, Emily Bader. Find out about what's in store this year for Joes and which action figure is best suited to he...
ListenAIC120 - Fourth Week of January 2022 from 2022-01-24T10:00
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You Made Our Wishlist: 2022 Toy Wishlist Featuring Craigsstuff from 2022-01-17T10:00
This week, Dave and Erik are once again joined by friend of the pod Craig to discuss their biggest wants from the toy world in 2022! From deep cut Marvel Legends, wrestling line expansions, and fin...
ListenAIC120: First Week of January 2022 from 2022-01-10T10:00
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The Best Toys of 2021 from 2022-01-03T10:00
Happy New Year! This week, Dave and Erik list out their Top 10's of 2021 and crown the first ever Archie Tournament Award Winner! Who made the cut? Who got left out? Listen and find out.
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AIC120: Fourth Week of December 2021 from 2021-12-27T10:00
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Adventures in 365 Days of Collecting: Documenting 2021 with Kastor's Korner from 2021-12-22T18:38:51
On this special bonus pod, here a preview of the interview Erik did with Khalil of the Kornercast about the trials and tribulations of a year of collecting and the "Toy of the Day" project.
Ghosts of Christmas Past Vol. 3 - The Gift That Got Away Feat. Toyfarce from 2021-12-20T10:00
Happy Holidays! We're back with the 3rd installment of our Ghosts of Christmas Past series (that's our fancy jargon for "annual holiday episode") and this time we're joined by special guests Santa ...
ListenAIC120: Second Week of December 2021 from 2021-12-13T10:00
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Metal Health: An Interview with Super 7 Designer Kyle Wlodyga from 2021-12-06T10:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik sit down with artist and designer at Super 7 Kyle Wlodyga to talk about Super 7's heavy metal toys, the TMNT party wagon, and so much more!
Keep up to date w...
AIC120 - Final Week of November 2021 from 2021-11-29T10:00
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More Than Meets the Eye: An Interview with Hasbro's Mark Maher from 2021-11-22T10:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik sit down with longtime Hasbro designer and endless source of bot knowledge, Mark Maher. Hear about the latest Transformers news along, Mark's history designing toys, ...
ListenAIC120 - Week of November 8th, 2021 from 2021-11-15T10:00
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Yo Joe! A Roundtable Conversation with Hasbro's Lenny and Emily from the G.I. Joe Team! from 2021-11-11T10:00
On this special bonus pod, best friend of the pod @cr33pynj AKA "Other Dave," Dave Potosnak sits down to chat with Lenny and Emily from Hasbro's G.I. Joe Team along with other toy bloggers from 3D ...
ListenBig Dreams and Tiny Toys: An Interview with Super Impulse President Alan Dorfman from 2021-11-08T10:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik sit down with Super Impulse President and founder Alan Dorfman to talk about the world's smallest toys and how they're changing how modern collectors collect!
Post Pulse Con 2021 Interview with Ryan, Dwight, and Dan from the Hasbro Marvel Legends Team from 2021-11-02T22:00
On this special bonus pod, Erik sits down with Ryan, Dwight, and Dan from Hasbro's Marvel Legends team to talk about the latest Marvel Legends news following the 2021 Hasbro Pulse Con - hear how yo...
ListenAIC120 - Final Week of October 2021 from 2021-11-01T09:00
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The 2021 Spooktacular - The Haunted Toy History of the Ouija Board from 2021-10-25T09:00
Happy Halloween! On this episode Dave and Erik are once again joined by best friend of the pod, co-host of Calling All Creeps and Daycare Dittos, Local Die Bar Toy Designer, Dave Potosnak to get so...
ListenAIC120 - Week of October 11, 2021 from 2021-10-18T09:00
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They Come to Life in Your Hands: Boglins, Sectaurs, and Muppets with Legendary Toy Designer Tim Clarke from 2021-10-11T09:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik sit down with legendary toy designer Tim Clarke and friend of the pod Kenneth Siemens of Think3Fold to discuss Tim's decades of work and the successful relaunch of th...
ListenAIC120 - Final Week of September 2021 from 2021-10-04T09:00
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Shoot for the Moon! Wrestling, Toys, Junk Food, and Pop Punk Bands with Captain Yuma! from 2021-09-27T09:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik are visited by previous guest and friend Captain Yuma to discuss his new wrestling promotion, Raise the Bar, along with his ever growing toy collection. The good capt...
ListenThe Art of the Toy-Lectible: An Interview with the Noble Collection's Julian Montya from 2021-09-20T09:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik sit down with The Noble Collection's Senior Vice President, Julian Montoya to discuss everything from the brand's prestigious high-end prop replicas, chess sets, and ...
ListenThe Art of the Toy-Lectible: An Interview with the Noble Collection's Julian Montoya from 2021-09-20T09:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik sit down with The Noble Collection's Senior Vice President, Julian Montoya to discuss everything from the brand's prestigious high-end prop replicas, chess sets, and ...
ListenSo Real It's Like Being in the Ring: An Interview with Squared Circle Toys' Daniel Friedman from 2021-09-13T09:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik sit down with Daniel Friedman who, with a decade of work as a freelance graphic designer in the toy industry under his belt with brands like Jazwares, Boss Fight Stud...
ListenAIC120 - Happy 2 Year Anniversary to Adventures in Collecting from 2021-09-06T09:00
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The Man of 1,000 Voices: An Interview with Voice Actor Tony Daniels from 2021-08-30T09:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik chat with voice actor Tony Daniels, who has given a voice to many characters that now sit on our toy shelves as the voice of Gambit, Jadeite, Tony the Tiger, X the O...
ListenAndroids, Aliens, and Wizards: An Interview with Hasbro's Ryan Ting from 2021-08-23T09:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik head chat with one member of the Hasbro Marvel Legends team's Big 3 - Senior Manager Global Brand Development and Marketing, Ryan Ting! Hear about the behind the scen...
ListenThe Sofubi Revival: An Interview with Junk Shop Dog from 2021-08-16T09:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik head to Australia (virtually!) to chat with the man behind Junk Shop Dog and the Sofubi revival - Adam McFarlane! Hear about how Junk Shop Dog went from vintage claim...
ListenAIC120 - Week of August 2nd, 2021 from 2021-08-09T09:00
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All Things WWE: An Interview with Mattel's Steve Ozer from 2021-08-02T09:00
So real, it's like being in the ring! On this episode, Dave and Erik are joined by Mattel's Steve Ozer to learn more about the brand's upcoming WWE releases, including the Ultimate New Generation R...
ListenAn Interview with Bandai America's Cisco Maldonado from 2021-07-26T09:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik are joined by Bandai America's Cisco Maldonado! Hear about the latest action figures being produced by Bandai America, as well as what's coming down the pipeline, han...
ListenWalmart Collector Con 2021 Launch Special! from 2021-07-22T09:00
On this special bonus episode, Dave and Erik are joined by Kenneth Siemens from Think3Fold as we launch the 2021 Walmart Collector Con! Hear an update on the Collection Obsession section in Walmart...
ListenAIC120 - Week of July 12th 2021 from 2021-07-19T09:00
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An Interview with Hasbro Master Model Artist Tony Collela from 2021-07-12T09:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik are joined by Hasbro Master Model Artist Tony Collela! Hear what it's like to work on lines such as Marvel Legends, GI Joe Classified, Power Rangers Lightning Collect...
ListenAIC120 - Final Week of June 2021 from 2021-07-05T09:00
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Lego Masters Season 2 with Brickmasters Amy and Jamie from 2021-06-28T09:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik are joined by friends of the pod and previous guests, Lego Masters judges, and Lego Brickmasters, Amy Corbett and Jamie Berard to discuss the new season of their hit ...
ListenAIC120 - Week of June 13th, 2021 from 2021-06-21T09:00
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Celebrating 25 Years of Pokemon with Jazwares! from 2021-06-14T09:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik are joined by Aaron Margolin and Scott Wilger from the Pokemon team at Jazwares to celebrate 25 years of catching em all! Packed with behind the scenes info on how th...
ListenThe Best of 2021 (So Far) Featuring J Hernandez from 2021-06-07T09:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik are joined by the jawn posing wizard himself, J Hernandez to list out their favorite figures of 2021 - so far! Tune in to hear about more than 30 figures in the longe...
ListenAIC120 - Final Week of May 2021 from 2021-05-31T09:00
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Toy Photography, Hairstyling, and Activism: an Interview with BlainerThings from 2021-05-24T09:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik are joined by BlainerThings to talk about his wild journey from toy collector to working for NECA. Did you know that he once styled Erykah Badu's hair? Learn more abo...
ListenAIC120 - Week of May 9th, 2021 from 2021-05-17T09:00
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Make Mine Mego with Mego's Marty Abrams and Dr. Mego and Think 3Fold's Kenneth Siemens from 2021-05-10T09:00
On this episode, friend of the pod and previous guest Kenneth Siemens of Think 3Fold joins the legendary Marty Abrams and Dr. Mego from Mego Corp. to talk the brand's history, relaunch, strategy an...
ListenAIC120 - Week of April 25th, 2021 from 2021-05-03T09:00
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An Interview with Diorama Prints' Rachel Theron from 2021-04-26T09:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik are joined by Rachel Theron of Diorama Prints to discuss toy photography, the creative process, and how Diorama Prints is helping to elevate the toy art created by th...
ListenAIC120-Week of April 12th, 2021 from 2021-04-19T09:00
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A Flocking Good Time with The Loyal Subjects' Jonathan Cathey and Think 3Fold's Kenneth Siemens from 2021-04-12T09:00
On this episode, friend of the pod and previous guest, CEO of the The Loyal Subjects returns along with new guest Kenneth Siemens of Think 3Fold to discuss their partnership, Walmart's push for col...
ListenAIC120 - Final Week of March 2021 from 2021-04-05T09:00
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Charapros, NFTs, and Birthday Wishes from 2021-03-29T09:00
On this episode, friend of the pod and new wrestling figure collector Giancarlo join Dave and Erik to discuss Charapro wrestling figures, the bizarre world of NFTs, and help celebrate Dave's birthd...
ListenAIC120 – Week of March 15th, 2021 from 2021-03-22T09:00
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An Interview with Jazwares' Magic Olmos from 2021-03-15T09:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik sit down with Jazwares' Lead Designer, Magic Olmos to talk about his history with toys, AEW Unrivaled and Unmatched, UFC, and so much more!
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AIC120 – First Week of March 2021 from 2021-03-08T10:00
Welcome to the AICNN (Adventures in Collecting News Network) where toy news matters – and – the FIRST AIC120. You give us 2 minutes, and we'll give you the news.
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An Interview with Spin Master's Brock McLaughlin from 2021-03-01T10:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik sit down with Spin Master Toys' Manager, Influencer and Talent Marketing, Brock McLaughlin to talk all things Batman, DC Heroes, one of the absolute creepiest toys we...
ListenThe Toy Association 2021 Toy of the Year Awards from 2021-02-15T10:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik talk the latest news, toy hauls, and roll out the red carpet to talk the 2021 Toy Association Toy of the Year Awards! Who got snubbed? Who stole the show? WHO WAS BES...
ListenAn Interview with Diamond Select Toys' Zach Oat from 2021-02-01T10:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik chat with Diamond Select Toys' Marketing Superviso Zach Oat to discuss all things Diamond Select Toys – from statues and busts, to their incredible action figure offe...
ListenWouldn't It Be Cool If - Volume 1 from 2021-01-18T10:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik talk the latest news, toy hauls, play a contentious round of Name That Toy, and intro a new segment - "Wouldn't It Be Cool If.." where they detail the ideal toy set/l...
ListenThe Best Toys of 2020 Featuring Kastor's Korner from 2021-01-04T10:00
WE DID IT! We survived the trying year that was 2020 with our sanity (mostly) intact! HAPPY NEW YEAR! This episode, Khalil of Kastor's Korner joins Dave and Erik as the 3 list out their top 10 toys...
ListenGhosts of Christmas Past Vol 2 Feat. Toy Shiz from 2020-12-21T10:00
Happy Holidays everyone! On this, our second annual holiday special, pull up a chair and join Dave, Erik, Toy Shiz, and even Santa Claus as they discuss toys they're looking forward to in 2021 and ...
ListenAn Interview with Hasbro's Steve Evans from 2020-12-14T10:00
On this special episode, Dave and Erik sit down with Hasbro's Steve Evans, the Director of Design and Development on Marvel. Hear from Steve about his lifetime love of collecting, his 20+ years of ...
ListenAn Interview with Legendary Toy Designer Stefanie Eskander from 2020-12-07T10:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik sit down with the legendary toy designer behind Wrestling Buddies, Moon Dreamers, Jem and the Holograms, and more, Stefanie Eskander! Hear stories behind some of thes...
ListenCelebrating 35 Years of Super Mario from 2020-11-23T10:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik cover a few weeks of toy news following two weeks of guest interviews, their recent hauls and pickups, and for the main topic, discuss 35 years of the transcendent po...
ListenAn Interview with Hasbro's Leonard Panzica from 2020-11-16T10:00
Toy fam, ROLL OUT!
On this special episode Erik sits down with Hasbro's Leonard Panzica, Design Manager on GI Joe Classified and Transformers at Hasbro, to talk his personal history with t...
An Interview with Bluefin's Justin Cavender from 2020-11-09T10:00
"It's like Lavender, but with a 'C'"
On this episode Dave and Erik sit down with Justin Cavender, Digital Content and Design Coordinator at Bluefin AKA Bandai Namco Collectibles to talk a...
The 2020 Halloween Special! from 2020-10-26T09:00
Boo! It's the 2nd annual Halloween special! On this episode, Dave and Erik sit down with the regular "boo dude" himself, Dave, from Calling All Creeps and Local Die Bar toys to talk the latest news...
ListenAn Interview With Killer Bootlegs Creator Peter Goral from 2020-10-12T09:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik sit down with Peter Goral, better known as creator of Phantom Starkiller, Count Draco Knuckleduster, and Killer Bootlegs, to discuss his latest comic with Scout Comic...
ListenAn Interview with The Loyal Subjects' CEO Jonathan Cathey from 2020-09-28T09:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik sit down with CEO and founder of The Loyal Subjects, Jonathan Cathey to talk about the launch of their brand new line BST AXN, as well as Club 28, and more!
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Here's to At Least One More - The AIC Year One Anniversary Special from 2020-09-14T09:00
The boys did it! One full year of Adventures in Collecting! Join Dave and Erik as they're interrupted randomly by special guests calling in during the usual news and hauls, and as they relive five ...
ListenTime Travel and Toy Collecting: A Conversation with Zombie Sailor from 2020-08-31T09:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik sit down with Zombie Sailor of Zombie Sailor Toys to talk vintage case fresh finds, hunting new toys, the greatness of Kevin Costner, pin collecting, and so much more...
ListenAn Unrivaled Hunt for the Jazwares AEW Figures from 2020-08-17T09:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik dive head first into the ongoing saga that is the launch of the Jazwares AEW Unrivaled line! They also cover some recent toys news, their hauls, and play a round of N...
ListenThe 2020 San Diego Comic Con Recap Episode from 2020-08-03T09:00
On this episode, Dave, Erik and friend of the pod Craig recap the best and worst of 2020 San Diego Comic Con including pick ups, major announcements and more!
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An Interview with Jazwares' Jeremy Padawer from 2020-06-22T09:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik sit down with Jazwares' Partner Jeremy Padawer to talk Pokemon cards, AEW figures, giving back to the toy community, UFC toylike reveals, Cocomelon, and more!
Erik is Spending Way Too Much Money During Quarantine from 2020-06-08T09:00
On this episode, Dave and Erik recap the latest in toy news and detail their hauls - listen to find out what "big boy" purchases Erik has been making and hear if he can FINALLY stump Dave in "Name ...
ListenAn Interview with Brian Volk-Weiss, Creator of The Toys That Made Us and A Toy Store Near You from 2020-05-25T09:00
On this episode, the brothers Weinbrecht chat with Nacelle Company founder, Grammy award winner, and creator of The Toys That Made Us, The Movies That Made Us, and the upcoming A Toy Store Near You...
ListenAn Interview with the Major Wrestling Figure Podcast's Matt Cardona from 2020-05-18T09:00
On this episode, the brothers Weinbrecht get a special phone call from the "Michael Jordan of Wrestling Figure Collecting" himself, pro wrestler Matt Cardona! Hear about his collection, what he's b...
ListenAn Interview with McFarlane Toys' Tye Butler from 2020-05-11T09:00
On this episode, the brothers Weinbrecht talk to Tye Butler, DC Content Manager and Toy Photographer with McFarlane Toys. What's coming down the pipeline in the DC Multiverse line? Why does Tye nee...
ListenAn Interview with Lego Brickmaster and Lego Masters Judge Jamie Berard from 2020-04-27T09:00
On this episode, the brothers Weinbrecht talk the latest in toy news and hauls before welcoming Lego Brickmaster and Lego Masters Judge, Jamie Berard! Dialing in all the way from Lego HQ in Denmark...
ListenLet Us In - Our Biggest Toy Wants from Wrestlemania 36 from 2020-04-13T09:00
On this episode, the brothers Weinbrecht talk the latest in toy news, including McFarlane Toys' already successful Kickstarter launch, their newest toy hauls, and the most toy-etic moments from the...
ListenStaying Home with Toy Shiz: The Social Distancing Toy Collector Edition from 2020-03-30T09:00
On this episode, the brothers Weinbrecht welcome their VERY special guest Toy Shiz to the show! Find out how he got started, what's changed about the toy community over the years, how we're all dea...
ListenBONUS POD 1 – In Interview with Christoph Brown - AKA The Amazing Etch Man and the World's Fastest Etch-A-Sketch Artist from 2020-03-23T09:00
On this bonus episode, Erik interviews Christoph Brown (AKA The Amazing Etch Man), the World's Fastest Etch-A-Sketch artist from New York Toy Fair 2020 as his portrait was being sketched! Enjoy!
Diving Into Store Exclusive Toys from 2020-03-16T09:00
On this episode, the brothers Weinbrecht are back to business as usual - they run down some toy news, their recent hauls, play a contentious round of "Name That Toy," and take a dive into the world...
Listen2020 NY Toy Fair Recap Feat. Interviews with Todd McFarlane, Lego's Amy Corbett, and AEW's Kenny Omega and Adam Page! from 2020-03-02T10:00
On this episode, the brothers Weinbrecht present their 2020 New York Toy Fair Recap! From Spinmaster to Funko and everything in between, Dave and Erik present interviews with Todd McFarlane on his ...
ListenAn Interview with Star Wars The Black Series Artist, Gregory Titus from 2020-02-17T13:12:15
On this episode, Erik interviews Black Series artist Gregory Titus. Known for his work on the iconic Star Wars toy line, Greg talks his favorite pieces, challenges, and what it's like to work on su...
Listen"Can you para-dig it?" Toys to Life and More with Heather's Boyfriend from 2020-02-03T10:00
On this episode, Heather's boyfriend joins Dave and Erik in the studio to play Name that Toy and talk about Toys to Life – from Skylanders and Amiibo to Lego Dimensions and more, join us as we expl...
ListenCustomization, Secret Clubs, and Infants: An Interview with WeaponX Customs from 2020-01-20T10:00
On this episode, Erik interviews Ryan Popplestone AKA Weapon X Customs about the incredible work he does, the customization community, and life with a new baby in the house.
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The Best in Toys: 2019 Edition from 2020-01-06T10:00
On this episode, Erik and Dave cover recent toy industry news along with their holiday 2019 toy acquisitions. Then, the brothers Weinbrecht cover their favorite toy moments from 2019!
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The Ghosts of Christmas Past Vol. 1 from 2019-12-23T10:00
On this special holiday episode of Adventures in Collecting, Dave and Erik cover the usual toy news and hauls before diving into Round 2 of "Name That Toy!" This episode's main topic is "The Ghosts...
ListenWrestling, Star Wars, and Spaceships: An Interview with Yuma from 2019-12-09T10:00
On this episode of Adventures in Collecting, Dave interviews one half of wrestling tag team The RockNES Monsters, Yuma about his toy and memorabilia collection, as well as his thoughts on Star Wars...
ListenToys on Film: Netflix's The Toys That Made Us Season 3 from 2019-11-25T10:00
On this episode of Adventures in Collecting, Dave and Erik talk the latest in toy news, their hauls, and introduce a new game, "Name That Toy!" In the first installment of "Toys on Film" the brothe...
Listen"Don't be that person..." The Toy Hunting Edition from 2019-11-11T10:00
On this episode of Adventures in Collecting, Dave and Erik talk the latest from the fall European convention circuit, Ringside Fest, early Black Friday reveals and announcements from LEGO, and tack...
ListenHalloween 2019 – Horror Toys Featuring Dave Potosnak from the Calling all Creeps Podcast from 2019-10-28T09:00
On this special SPOOOOOOOOKY episode of Adventures in Collecting, Dave and Erik talk the latest news and hauls with friend of the pod Dave Potosnak from the Calling all Creeps pod and Zapp! Comics....
Listen"We do this perfectly every time," or The Baseball Toys Episode. from 2019-10-14T09:00
On this episode of Adventures in Collecting, Dave and Erik talk the latest news from this past Triple Force Friday, 2019 New York Comic Con, and Mattel's WWE announcement. Along with their recent h...
ListenGwenpool, Dr. Aphra, Penguins, and Breaking Toy Barriers: An Interview with Heather Antos from 2019-09-30T09:00
On this episode of Adventures in Collecting, we welcome Heather Antos to talk her relationship with toys. During her time with Marvel Heather helped bring to life fan-favorite characters Gwenpool a...
ListenChasing That Phantom Moment: All-Time Favorite Moments in Collecting from 2019-09-16T09:00
On this episode of Adventures in Collecting, Dave and Erik talk the latest news from the upcoming Triple Force Friday, Funko's Newest POPs, Friday the 13th, Pennywise, and their recent hauls, along...
ListenToy Conventions, Toy Fairs, and Toy Shows oh my! from 2019-09-06T18:00
On this, the first episode of Adventures in Collecting, Dave and Erik talk the latest news from Star Wars Rise of Skywalker and Funko's New York Comic Con exclusives, their recent hauls, and the in...
ListenAdventures in Collecting Podcast Trailer from 2019-09-05T12:54:48
Coming soon - join Dave and Erik in episode one of their toy collecting podcast.
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