Dedicated to the four greatest action figure franchises of the 80's and all time: Star Wars, Transformers, G.I. Joe, and Masters of the Universe. https://OpenYourToys.com en-us 2026 OpenYourToys.com Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:00 MDT Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:00 MDT https://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss Slick@OpenYourToys.com (Slick McFavorite) Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Dedicated to the four greatest action figure franchises of the 80's and all time: Star Wars, Transformers, G.I. Joe, and Masters of the Universe. Slick McFavorite, Cliff, batass, and Condor take a look at the news in Star Wars, Transformers, G.I. Joe and Masters of the Universe toys. Regular segments include: listner questions and feedback, news and rumors, other franchises, 3rd party, store reports and sales, what's popping up online including pre-orders and promotions, what we got, and a miscellaneous grab bag section. Slick McFavorite Slick@OpenYourToys.com Yes https://openyourtoys.com/2026/02/25/open-your-toys-cast-episode-334-toy-fair-2026/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-334.mp3 As I mentioned on the show, my absolutely favorite reveal, despite its duck-billed alt mode, was Krannix from the Transformers ’86 movie. Talk about holes being filled. For Joe, the addition of dinosaurs to the line is extremely interesting, even if it’s just a momentary distraction. Masters of the Universe, of course, went off. With two different lines similar enough to be confused, at least by me, we have a ton of options. But, that Trap Jaw with an articulated jaw, am I right? Star Wars blew their load pre-Toy Fair, but being an arctic guy, let’s just say, I want everything. Podcasts Wed, 25 Feb 2026 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) As I mentioned on the show, my absolutely favorite reveal, despite its duck-billed alt mode, was Krannix from the Transformers ’86 movie. Talk about holes being filled. For Joe, the addition of dinosaurs to the line is extremely interesting, even if it’s just a momentary distraction. Masters of the Universe, of course, went off. With two different lines similar enough to be confused, at least by me, we have a ton of options. But, that Trap Jaw with an articulated jaw, am I right? Star Wars blew their load pre-Toy Fair, but being an arctic guy, let’s just say, I want everything. As I mentioned on the show, my absolutely favorite reveal, despite its duck-billed alt mode, was Krannix from the Transformers ’86 movie. Talk about holes being filled. For Joe, the addition of dinosaurs to the line is extremely interesting, even if it’s just a momentary distraction. Masters of the Universe, of course, went off. With two different lines similar enough to be confused, at least by me, we have a ton of options. But, that Trap Jaw with an articulated jaw, am I right? Star Wars blew their load pre-Toy Fair, but being an arctic guy, let’s just say, I want everything. 3:03:26 Toy Fair, Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2026 https://openyourtoys.com/2026/02/15/open-your-toys-cast-episode-333-go-sports-ball/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-333.mp3 It’s been a crazy weekend, and I’ve got an “NBA All-Star” game to watch, so no long post today. Stay tuned for Toy Fair talk next Sunday. Podcasts Sun, 15 Feb 2026 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) It’s been a crazy weekend, and I’ve got an “NBA All-Star” game to watch, so no long post today. Stay tuned for Toy Fair talk next Sunday. It’s been a crazy weekend, and I’ve got an “NBA All-Star” game to watch, so no long post today. Stay tuned for Toy Fair talk next Sunday. 2:37:18 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2026 https://openyourtoys.com/2026/01/31/open-your-toys-cast-episode-332-dedication/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-332.mp3 Are you dedicated enough to sit through overly excited marketing managers on the Star Wars Fanstreams? How about watching hours-long, overly produced Mattel Revealed events that feature your favorite line for about 5-10 minutes? I think nothing says dedicated like Artist Roundtable videos. Were you able to make it through the 45-minute session of What We Got to hear our thoughts on the new Master’s teaser trailer for 20 minutes? If so, that’s dedication. Podcasts Sat, 31 Jan 2026 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Are you dedicated enough to sit through overly excited marketing managers on the Star Wars Fanstreams? How about watching hours-long, overly produced Mattel Revealed events that feature your favorite line for about 5-10 minutes? I think nothing says dedicated like Artist Roundtable videos. Were you able to make it through the 45-minute session of What We Got to hear our thoughts on the new Master’s teaser trailer for 20 minutes? If so, that’s dedication. Are you dedicated enough to sit through overly excited marketing managers on the Star Wars Fanstreams? How about watching hours-long, overly produced Mattel Revealed events that feature your favorite line for about 5-10 minutes? I think nothing says dedicated like Artist Roundtable videos. Were you able to make it through the 45-minute session of What We Got to hear our thoughts on the new Master’s teaser trailer for 20 minutes? If so, that’s dedication. 2:45:49 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2026 https://openyourtoys.com/2026/01/18/open-your-toys-cast-episode-331-so-so/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-331.mp3 Do you think these toy companies are changing for the good or for the worse? They seem to be dialing into the fandom, but at the same time, pricing many of us out of our casual lines. We’ll have to see the price of these new Joe / TMNT crossovers, but they have definitely sparked collector interest. Transformers is attacking on every front, but those prices. The most exciting Star Wars news is from LEGO, but again, man, the prices. Finally, the best things from MOTU are 3rd party homages at a relatively reasonable price. Podcasts Sun, 18 Jan 2026 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Do you think these toy companies are changing for the good or for the worse? They seem to be dialing into the fandom, but at the same time, pricing many of us out of our casual lines. We’ll have to see the price of these new Joe / TMNT crossovers, but they have definitely sparked collector interest. Transformers is attacking on every front, but those prices. The most exciting Star Wars news is from LEGO, but again, man, the prices. Finally, the best things from MOTU are 3rd party homages at a relatively reasonable price. Do you think these toy companies are changing for the good or for the worse? They seem to be dialing into the fandom, but at the same time, pricing many of us out of our casual lines. We’ll have to see the price of these new Joe / TMNT crossovers, but they have definitely sparked collector interest. Transformers is attacking on every front, but those prices. The most exciting Star Wars news is from LEGO, but again, man, the prices. Finally, the best things from MOTU are 3rd party homages at a relatively reasonable price. 2:11:59 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2026 https://openyourtoys.com/2026/01/04/open-your-toys-cast-episode-330-new-year-new-you/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-330.mp3 While writing a long introspective post about the new year would be par the course on most sites, blogs, what have you, I tend do that all year. So, because I have been putting off stuff since my birthday, I’ll just leave you with this… Podcasts Sun, 4 Jan 2026 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) While writing a long introspective post about the new year would be par the course on most sites, blogs, what have you, I tend do that all year. So, because I have been putting off stuff since my birthday, I’ll just leave you with this… While writing a long introspective post about the new year would be par the course on most sites, blogs, what have you, I tend do that all year. So, because I have been putting off stuff since my birthday, I’ll just leave you with this… 3:10:18 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2026 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/12/18/open-your-toys-cast-episode-329-in-a-blink-of-an-eye/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-329.mp3 It seems like we blinked, and our hobby is so much more expensive than it was five years ago. We have long railed against the TVC markups, but for two primary focuses of mine to be revealed and so easily join the JOMO list is inconceivable. How about a once mainline MOTU figure being made into not only an exclusive, but a deluxe, with a final cost of getting it into your hand more than double since 2020? The exact thing is happening at Hasbro with their new Combaticon Swindle; it’s not even an exclusive. Classified hasn’t been immune either. With mainline going from $20 to $28, who knows what a Deep Six with or without SHARK could cost, let alone another Zartan with Swamp Skier. Podcasts Thu, 18 Dec 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) It seems like we blinked, and our hobby is so much more expensive than it was five years ago. We have long railed against the TVC markups, but for two primary focuses of mine to be revealed and so easily join the JOMO list is inconceivable. How about a once mainline MOTU figure being made into not only an exclusive, but a deluxe, with a final cost of getting it into your hand more than double since 2020? The exact thing is happening at Hasbro with their new Combaticon Swindle; it’s not even an exclusive. Classified hasn’t been immune either. With mainline going from $20 to $28, who knows what a Deep Six with or without SHARK could cost, let alone another Zartan with Swamp Skier. It seems like we blinked, and our hobby is so much more expensive than it was five years ago. We have long railed against the TVC markups, but for two primary focuses of mine to be revealed and so easily join the JOMO list is inconceivable. How about a once mainline MOTU figure being made into not only an exclusive, but a deluxe, with a final cost of getting it into your hand more than double since 2020? The exact thing is happening at Hasbro with their new Combaticon Swindle; it’s not even an exclusive. Classified hasn’t been immune either. With mainline going from $20 to $28, who knows what a Deep Six with or without SHARK could cost, let alone another Zartan with Swamp Skier. 2:49:28 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/12/04/open-your-toys-cast-episode-328-too-early/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-328.mp3 Here are some things the big companies shouldn’t be doing. Making previous exclusives non-exclusives just to sell stock. Asking about forums when they’re not delivering what people are asking for. Trying to mimic that crazy era of the ’90s color schemes on modern toys. Worst of all, creating something that most people would love, but making it so expensive that no one buys it. Podcasts Thu, 4 Dec 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Here are some things the big companies shouldn’t be doing. Making previous exclusives non-exclusives just to sell stock. Asking about forums when they’re not delivering what people are asking for. Trying to mimic that crazy era of the ’90s color schemes on modern toys. Worst of all, creating something that most people would love, but making it so expensive that no one buys it. Here are some things the big companies shouldn’t be doing. Making previous exclusives non-exclusives just to sell stock. Asking about forums when they’re not delivering what people are asking for. Trying to mimic that crazy era of the ’90s color schemes on modern toys. Worst of all, creating something that most people would love, but making it so expensive that no one buys it. 2:24:40 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/11/21/open-your-toys-cast-episode-327-technical-difficulties-please-stand-by/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-327.mp3 Who doesn’t love the goofiness of a Python Patrol Serpentor? Maybe a spatchcocked (thanks Brink) chicken gun with an 8-track tape is more your thing? How about a guy with an engine on his back and wheels for hands and feet? No, I’m not talking about Turbo Teen. The only thing new for Star Wars is old. Talk about pricing people out. Something that went for $35 15 years ago is now $99. Or, the identical thing with a much smaller release was $10 less a year ago. Podcasts Fri, 21 Nov 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Who doesn’t love the goofiness of a Python Patrol Serpentor? Maybe a spatchcocked (thanks Brink) chicken gun with an 8-track tape is more your thing? How about a guy with an engine on his back and wheels for hands and feet? No, I’m not talking about Turbo Teen. The only thing new for Star Wars is old. Talk about pricing people out. Something that went for $35 15 years ago is now $99. Or, the identical thing with a much smaller release was $10 less a year ago. Who doesn’t love the goofiness of a Python Patrol Serpentor? Maybe a spatchcocked (thanks Brink) chicken gun with an 8-track tape is more your thing? How about a guy with an engine on his back and wheels for hands and feet? No, I’m not talking about Turbo Teen. The only thing new for Star Wars is old. Talk about pricing people out. Something that went for $35 15 years ago is now $99. Or, the identical thing with a much smaller release was $10 less a year ago. 2:28:04 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/11/08/open-your-toys-cast-episode-326-internet-problems/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-326.mp3 We’re having internet problems, so no big long post this time. You’re welcome. Podcasts Sat, 8 Nov 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) We’re having internet problems, so no big long post this time. You’re welcome. We’re having internet problems, so no big long post this time. You’re welcome. 3:14:34 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/10/12/open-your-toys-cast-episode-325-the-wild-wild-east/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-325.mp3 To make things easier this week, on me at least, I’m going to pick my favorites from New York Comic-Con. Well, also because it’s what took up half of the show this time around. Transformers was easy for me, can’t beat an Ox and Cart Optimus Prime! G.I. Joe continues the movie goodness with their Cobra La Royal Guard. Star Wars continues not only their Retro line, but also does so with a third wave of A New Hope figures. Mondo carried the MOTU mantle. While their 200x line looks amazing, that price through. Podcasts Thu, 23 Oct 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) To make things easier this week, on me at least, I’m going to pick my favorites from New York Comic-Con. Well, also because it’s what took up half of the show this time around. Transformers was easy for me, can’t beat an Ox and Cart Optimus Prime! G.I. Joe continues the movie goodness with their Cobra La Royal Guard. Star Wars continues not only their Retro line, but also does so with a third wave of A New Hope figures. Mondo carried the MOTU mantle. While their 200x line looks amazing, that price through. To make things easier this week, on me at least, I’m going to pick my favorites from New York Comic-Con. Well, also because it’s what took up half of the show this time around. Transformers was easy for me, can’t beat an Ox and Cart Optimus Prime! G.I. Joe continues the movie goodness with their Cobra La Royal Guard. Star Wars continues not only their Retro line, but also does so with a third wave of A New Hope figures. Mondo carried the MOTU mantle. While their 200x line looks amazing, that price through. 3:04:08 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/10/12/open-your-toys-cast-episode-324-too-much-stuff/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-324.mp3 There is just too much cool stuff coming out. While there was a ton of Masters news, I think everyone was most excited to see vintage Origins continue with Dragstor. Close behind, for me at least, is our first look at the next and most likely the last set of Masters of the Universe x Transformers figures. Something I don’t need, but want oh so badly and will probably justify it as a decoration, is the new LEGO Star Wars gingerbread AT-AT. Finally, Joe continues the Mole Rat coolness with Stage 2. Podcasts Sun, 12 Oct 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) There is just too much cool stuff coming out. While there was a ton of Masters news, I think everyone was most excited to see vintage Origins continue with Dragstor. Close behind, for me at least, is our first look at the next and most likely the last set of Masters of the Universe x Transformers figures. Something I don’t need, but want oh so badly and will probably justify it as a decoration, is the new LEGO Star Wars gingerbread AT-AT. Finally, Joe continues the Mole Rat coolness with Stage 2. There is just too much cool stuff coming out. While there was a ton of Masters news, I think everyone was most excited to see vintage Origins continue with Dragstor. Close behind, for me at least, is our first look at the next and most likely the last set of Masters of the Universe x Transformers figures. Something I don’t need, but want oh so badly and will probably justify it as a decoration, is the new LEGO Star Wars gingerbread AT-AT. Finally, Joe continues the Mole Rat coolness with Stage 2. 2:42:51 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/09/23/open-your-toys-cast-episode-323-the-ebb-and-flow/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-323.mp3 I feel like we’ve definitely been in a flow for the last few years, but how long can it last? Mattel is definitely in its rhythm with MOTU, especially with its new She-Ra and Swiftwind release. Hasbro, not so much with their new Shockwave Humpback Whale. However, the Classified cop looks like it might be one of their most popular non-exclusive releases yet. Star Wars shows off what the future of collecting might look like with their mixed reality playset, and I don’t like it. Podcasts Tue, 23 Sep 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) I feel like we’ve definitely been in a flow for the last few years, but how long can it last? Mattel is definitely in its rhythm with MOTU, especially with its new She-Ra and Swiftwind release. Hasbro, not so much with their new Shockwave Humpback Whale. However, the Classified cop looks like it might be one of their most popular non-exclusive releases yet. Star Wars shows off what the future of collecting might look like with their mixed reality playset, and I don’t like it. I feel like we’ve definitely been in a flow for the last few years, but how long can it last? Mattel is definitely in its rhythm with MOTU, especially with its new She-Ra and Swiftwind release. Hasbro, not so much with their new Shockwave Humpback Whale. However, the Classified cop looks like it might be one of their most popular non-exclusive releases yet. Star Wars shows off what the future of collecting might look like with their mixed reality playset, and I don’t like it. 3:05:46 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/09/12/open-your-toys-cast-episode-322-dead-podcasters-society/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-322.mp3 I love that we are finally getting an articulated G1 Ultra Magnus after almost 40 years. In that same vein, we’re about to get a never-released character integral to the sometimes maligned, but mostly loved, G.I. Joe: The Movie. While a secondary character, Spikor was one of my favorites as a kid. I’m happy to see him receive the Sketch Series treatment. There wasn’t any big toy news for Star Wars (until the next show), so we’ll just go with that it’s actually refreshing to get movie news. Podcasts Fri, 12 Sep 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) I love that we are finally getting an articulated G1 Ultra Magnus after almost 40 years. In that same vein, we’re about to get a never-released character integral to the sometimes maligned, but mostly loved, G.I. Joe: The Movie. While a secondary character, Spikor was one of my favorites as a kid. I’m happy to see him receive the Sketch Series treatment. There wasn’t any big toy news for Star Wars (until the next show), so we’ll just go with that it’s actually refreshing to get movie news. I love that we are finally getting an articulated G1 Ultra Magnus after almost 40 years. In that same vein, we’re about to get a never-released character integral to the sometimes maligned, but mostly loved, G.I. Joe: The Movie. While a secondary character, Spikor was one of my favorites as a kid. I’m happy to see him receive the Sketch Series treatment. There wasn’t any big toy news for Star Wars (until the next show), so we’ll just go with that it’s actually refreshing to get movie news. 2:39:59 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/08/30/open-your-toys-cast-episode-321-another-quick-one/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-321.mp3 Not a lot of time for reminiscing, especially considering it’s a holiday weekend. Just want to remind everyone to do what they love, whatever that might be. Podcasts Sat, 30 Aug 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Not a lot of time for reminiscing, especially considering it’s a holiday weekend. Just want to remind everyone to do what they love, whatever that might be. Not a lot of time for reminiscing, especially considering it’s a holiday weekend. Just want to remind everyone to do what they love, whatever that might be. 2:44:35 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/08/13/open-your-toys-cast-episode-320-crunch-time/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-320.mp3 My favorite thing from this show is the super-chonky Cosmos from Earthspark. Star Wars has something we’ve never had before: a Hyperspace Pod with Probe Droid. Masters had a couple of amazing things, but Mondo’s She-Ra and Swiftwind are next level. Nothing spectacular for G.I. Joe, so I’ll toss in a favorite of mine, Spin Masters Batman Ninja figures. Podcasts Wed, 13 Aug 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) My favorite thing from this show is the super-chonky Cosmos from Earthspark. Star Wars has something we’ve never had before: a Hyperspace Pod with Probe Droid. Masters had a couple of amazing things, but Mondo’s She-Ra and Swiftwind are next level. Nothing spectacular for G.I. Joe, so I’ll toss in a favorite of mine, Spin Masters Batman Ninja figures. My favorite thing from this show is the super-chonky Cosmos from Earthspark. Star Wars has something we’ve never had before: a Hyperspace Pod with Probe Droid. Masters had a couple of amazing things, but Mondo’s She-Ra and Swiftwind are next level. Nothing spectacular for G.I. Joe, so I’ll toss in a favorite of mine, Spin Masters Batman Ninja figures. 3:02:11 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/08/07/open-your-toys-cast-episode-319-vacation-holiday/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-319.mp3 Sorry for the delay. We were on vacation. I still am :) Podcasts Thu, 7 Aug 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Sorry for the delay. We were on vacation. I still am :) Sorry for the delay. We were on vacation. I still am :) 3:19:16 SDCC, Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/07/21/open-your-toys-cast-episode-318-what-do-you-do/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-318.mp3 The Classified team is not procrastinating a single minute with their HasLabs. They are coming fast and furious, with perhaps my favorite vehicle of all time up next. Lego gets two spots this time around. First is my favorite Transformer, none other than Soundwave. The second is another favorite of mine. Don’t judge, I was the perfect age for the Ewoks in Return of the Jedi, especially Wicket. For MOTU, my favorite this week is not even a master of the universe, he is a Thundercat. Podcasts Mon, 21 Jul 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) The Classified team is not procrastinating a single minute with their HasLabs. They are coming fast and furious, with perhaps my favorite vehicle of all time up next. Lego gets two spots this time around. First is my favorite Transformer, none other than Soundwave. The second is another favorite of mine. Don’t judge, I was the perfect age for the Ewoks in Return of the Jedi, especially Wicket. For MOTU, my favorite this week is not even a master of the universe, he is a Thundercat. The Classified team is not procrastinating a single minute with their HasLabs. They are coming fast and furious, with perhaps my favorite vehicle of all time up next. Lego gets two spots this time around. First is my favorite Transformer, none other than Soundwave. The second is another favorite of mine. Don’t judge, I was the perfect age for the Ewoks in Return of the Jedi, especially Wicket. For MOTU, my favorite this week is not even a master of the universe, he is a Thundercat. 3:00:51 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/07/10/open-your-toys-cast-episode-317-back-to-bad-habits/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-317.mp3 The toy companies seem to be doing much better when it comes to collectors. It wasn’t that long ago that they seemed to think kids bought most of their toys. Now we get almost solely “fan-based” offerings. Who would have ever thought we would get a Jedi Temple Guard in Black Series? Remember, it was supposed to be for only the most popular characters. Transformers has explored every timeline and media, but we’re finally getting a definitive Megatron (kind of). While I keep trying to cut down my Classified purchases, they just keep pulling me back in. Even Mattel, which has always been fan-centered, has gone the extra mile with the new Fright Zone. Podcasts Thu, 10 Jul 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) The toy companies seem to be doing much better when it comes to collectors. It wasn’t that long ago that they seemed to think kids bought most of their toys. Now we get almost solely “fan-based” offerings. Who would have ever thought we would get a Jedi Temple Guard in Black Series? Remember, it was supposed to be for only the most popular characters. Transformers has explored every timeline and media, but we’re finally getting a definitive Megatron (kind of). While I keep trying to cut down my Classified purchases, they just keep pulling me back in. Even Mattel, which has always been fan-centered, has gone the extra mile with the new Fright Zone. The toy companies seem to be doing much better when it comes to collectors. It wasn’t that long ago that they seemed to think kids bought most of their toys. Now we get almost solely “fan-based” offerings. Who would have ever thought we would get a Jedi Temple Guard in Black Series? Remember, it was supposed to be for only the most popular characters. Transformers has explored every timeline and media, but we’re finally getting a definitive Megatron (kind of). While I keep trying to cut down my Classified purchases, they just keep pulling me back in. Even Mattel, which has always been fan-centered, has gone the extra mile with the new Fright Zone. 3:00:46 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/06/04/open-your-toys-cast-episode-316-i-just-want-this-done/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-316.mp3 I needed to check something off the list. Podcasts Wed, 4 Jun 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) I needed to check something off the list. I needed to check something off the list. 2:49:56 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/05/21/open-your-toys-cast-episode-315-collecting-for-over-25-years/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-315.mp3 I love that all my favorite things this time around are relatively new lines. The oldest one is Droid Factory. Some may consider it a close relative of the Vintage line, but their Disneyland 70th Anniversary Astromech is a great tribute. While Origins has been around a while, I’m happy to hear a new 200x subline is coming. Blokees is just killing it in their few short years. Their new Action-scale Soundwave looks amazing. Finally, not a toy line, but something new I’m trying to stay positive about, unlike my co-hosts, is the new AAA Snake Eyes game. Podcasts Wed, 21 May 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) I love that all my favorite things this time around are relatively new lines. The oldest one is Droid Factory. Some may consider it a close relative of the Vintage line, but their Disneyland 70th Anniversary Astromech is a great tribute. While Origins has been around a while, I’m happy to hear a new 200x subline is coming. Blokees is just killing it in their few short years. Their new Action-scale Soundwave looks amazing. Finally, not a toy line, but something new I’m trying to stay positive about, unlike my co-hosts, is the new AAA Snake Eyes game. I love that all my favorite things this time around are relatively new lines. The oldest one is Droid Factory. Some may consider it a close relative of the Vintage line, but their Disneyland 70th Anniversary Astromech is a great tribute. While Origins has been around a while, I’m happy to hear a new 200x subline is coming. Blokees is just killing it in their few short years. Their new Action-scale Soundwave looks amazing. Finally, not a toy line, but something new I’m trying to stay positive about, unlike my co-hosts, is the new AAA Snake Eyes game. 1:55:12 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/05/12/open-your-toys-cast-episode-314-best-month-ever/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-314.mp3 TOYS! I’m so happy to be back talking toys and less so collecting. We even had a guest host, which is always fun. The Ronin 2-Pack ended up not being hard to get. For us sportballers, the new NFL x Transformers Helmets look great, now they just need a Saints version. While it wouldn’t be my first choice for the next Sketch Series figure, at least we’re getting one I had as a kid. Nothing too exciting for Joe, in my opinion, so let’s give some more props to 3DJoes with their new Field Manuals on Kickstarter now. Podcasts Mon, 12 May 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes TOYS! I’m so happy to be back talking toys and less so collecting. We even had a guest host, which is always fun. The Ronin 2-Pack ended up not being hard to get. For us sportballers, the new NFL x Transformers Helmets look great, now they just need a Saints version. While it wouldn’t be my first choice for the next Sketch Series figure, at least we’re getting one I had as a kid. Nothing too exciting for Joe, in my opinion, so let’s give some more props to 3DJoes with their new Field Manuals on Kickstarter now. TOYS! I’m so happy to be back talking toys and less so collecting. We even had a guest host, which is always fun. The Ronin 2-Pack ended up not being hard to get. For us sportballers, the new NFL x Transformers Helmets look great, now they just need a Saints version. While it wouldn’t be my first choice for the next Sketch Series figure, at least we’re getting one I had as a kid. Nothing too exciting for Joe, in my opinion, so let’s give some more props to 3DJoes with their new Field Manuals on Kickstarter now. 2:51:19 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/04/21/open-your-toys-cast-discussion-state-of-collecting-2025/ https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-Discussion-State-of-Collecting-2025.mp3 It's 2025, are you still collecting? Are we? Podcasts Mon, 21 Apr 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes It's 2025, are you still collecting? Are we? It's 2025, are you still collecting? Are we? 02:06:24 State of Collecting, Collecting, Classified, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/04/15/open-your-toys-cast-episode-313-one-thousand-dollars-but-at-what-cost/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-313.mp3 It’s business as usual for the toy companies. They’re pushing products that they started developing over 6 months ago. However, what are these going to cost? New Joes hit today and at the largest seller of toys in America, Entertainment Earth, they are $6 more than MSRP. The Vintage Collection Star Wars figures were already too high. What’s the new Carson Teva going to run fans of Paul Sun-Hyung Lee when it hits the pegs? Master’s prices have gone up pretty regularly over the last few years. Origins started less than five years ago at $15.99. The newest wave is $21.99. Transformers have been somewhat stable, but who knows what the leaked list of 2026 figures will cost when finally in hand. Podcasts Tue, 15 Apr 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes It’s business as usual for the toy companies. They’re pushing products that they started developing over 6 months ago. However, what are these going to cost? New Joes hit today and at the largest seller of toys in America, Entertainment Earth, they are $6 more than MSRP. The Vintage Collection Star Wars figures were already too high. What’s the new Carson Teva going to run fans of Paul Sun-Hyung Lee when it hits the pegs? Master’s prices have gone up pretty regularly over the last few years. Origins started less than five years ago at $15.99. The newest wave is $21.99. Transformers have been somewhat stable, but who knows what the leaked list of 2026 figures will cost when finally in hand. It’s business as usual for the toy companies. They’re pushing products that they started developing over 6 months ago. However, what are these going to cost? New Joes hit today and at the largest seller of toys in America, Entertainment Earth, they are $6 more than MSRP. The Vintage Collection Star Wars figures were already too high. What’s the new Carson Teva going to run fans of Paul Sun-Hyung Lee when it hits the pegs? Master’s prices have gone up pretty regularly over the last few years. Origins started less than five years ago at $15.99. The newest wave is $21.99. Transformers have been somewhat stable, but who knows what the leaked list of 2026 figures will cost when finally in hand. 3:02:19 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/03/30/open-your-toys-cast-episode-312-fanstreams-haulathons-and-tfcon-oh-my/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-312.mp3 Joe just continues to kill it. Have you seen the Class of ’24 pics on the socials? How much can these guys put out? I’m just glad I got a S.N.A.K.E. Armor pre-order in. I’m still in love with MMC’s Perfection Series Devastator. I have never bought an MP-scale combiner aside from upscaled 4th-party sets. Will this finally be my first? Something I should love and just don’t is the new Origins 4-pack. I love factions and troop builders, but these are just not jiving for me. For Star Wars, there’s only grumping. Why the hell are we getting a much-wanted 21-back character in the Vintage Collection on a Deluxe card? Podcasts Sun, 30 Mar 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Joe just continues to kill it. Have you seen the Class of ’24 pics on the socials? How much can these guys put out? I’m just glad I got a S.N.A.K.E. Armor pre-order in. I’m still in love with MMC’s Perfection Series Devastator. I have never bought an MP-scale combiner aside from upscaled 4th-party sets. Will this finally be my first? Something I should love and just don’t is the new Origins 4-pack. I love factions and troop builders, but these are just not jiving for me. For Star Wars, there’s only grumping. Why the hell are we getting a much-wanted 21-back character in the Vintage Collection on a Deluxe card? Joe just continues to kill it. Have you seen the Class of ’24 pics on the socials? How much can these guys put out? I’m just glad I got a S.N.A.K.E. Armor pre-order in. I’m still in love with MMC’s Perfection Series Devastator. I have never bought an MP-scale combiner aside from upscaled 4th-party sets. Will this finally be my first? Something I should love and just don’t is the new Origins 4-pack. I love factions and troop builders, but these are just not jiving for me. For Star Wars, there’s only grumping. Why the hell are we getting a much-wanted 21-back character in the Vintage Collection on a Deluxe card? 2:49:38 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/03/15/open-your-toys-cast-episode-311-toy-fair-2025/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-311.mp3 Something I would have snatched up in a second in the olden days is the Classified SDCC Cold Slither set. It comes from my favorite media, the cartoons, and is super goofy. It’s an easy pass nowadays. With all the Transformers stuff shown, my favorite thing is an actual toy, not a collectible. I’m excited to see the Cyberworld Scorponok in person. Masters came out guns blazing. While I should love the Fright Zone, I just don’t. I’m more drawn to the New Eternia Terror Claws Skeletor. Not surprisingly, Star Wars was the least exciting. At least we’re getting new unproduced vintage figures. Podcasts Sat, 15 Mar 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Something I would have snatched up in a second in the olden days is the Classified SDCC Cold Slither set. It comes from my favorite media, the cartoons, and is super goofy. It’s an easy pass nowadays. With all the Transformers stuff shown, my favorite thing is an actual toy, not a collectible. I’m excited to see the Cyberworld Scorponok in person. Masters came out guns blazing. While I should love the Fright Zone, I just don’t. I’m more drawn to the New Eternia Terror Claws Skeletor. Not surprisingly, Star Wars was the least exciting. At least we’re getting new unproduced vintage figures. Something I would have snatched up in a second in the olden days is the Classified SDCC Cold Slither set. It comes from my favorite media, the cartoons, and is super goofy. It’s an easy pass nowadays. With all the Transformers stuff shown, my favorite thing is an actual toy, not a collectible. I’m excited to see the Cyberworld Scorponok in person. Masters came out guns blazing. While I should love the Fright Zone, I just don’t. I’m more drawn to the New Eternia Terror Claws Skeletor. Not surprisingly, Star Wars was the least exciting. At least we’re getting new unproduced vintage figures. 2:39:49 Toy Fair, Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/03/01/open-your-toys-cast-episode-310-addicted-to-addiction/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-310.mp3 I think a lot of people are addicted to Classified, and Hasbro knows it. While I really dislike the design of the new S.N.A.K.E. Armor, you know I’ll still be buying it. While I love the design of the new HasLab Liokaiser, I don’t have a connection to the character(s). Did I still back it? Of course I did. The latest wave of Cartoon Origins is pretty lackluster. Yup, pre-ordered. At least I can say I definitely won’t be ordering the new Vintage Landspeeder. Well, it might go on clearance. Podcasts Sat, 1 Mar 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I think a lot of people are addicted to Classified, and Hasbro knows it. While I really dislike the design of the new S.N.A.K.E. Armor, you know I’ll still be buying it. While I love the design of the new HasLab Liokaiser, I don’t have a connection to the character(s). Did I still back it? Of course I did. The latest wave of Cartoon Origins is pretty lackluster. Yup, pre-ordered. At least I can say I definitely won’t be ordering the new Vintage Landspeeder. Well, it might go on clearance. I think a lot of people are addicted to Classified, and Hasbro knows it. While I really dislike the design of the new S.N.A.K.E. Armor, you know I’ll still be buying it. While I love the design of the new HasLab Liokaiser, I don’t have a connection to the character(s). Did I still back it? Of course I did. The latest wave of Cartoon Origins is pretty lackluster. Yup, pre-ordered. At least I can say I definitely won’t be ordering the new Vintage Landspeeder. Well, it might go on clearance. 3:06:08 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/02/14/open-your-toys-cast-commentary-batman-1989/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-Commentary-Batman-1989.mp3 Na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na Podcasts Fri, 14 Feb 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na Na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na na 2:17:19 commentary, Batman, movie, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/02/02/open-your-toys-cast-episode-309-so-far-so-good/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-309.mp3 What do you think being released nowadays will increase in value 600-700% in 20 years? Anything? With Transformers improving their engineering constantly, I can’t imagine any of the new Studio Series will. With Star Wars losing a ton of interest, I don’t think anything they put out in the mainline will ever increase that much again. Especially with offerings like we got in the latest Fanstream. Don’t get even me started on the new Thundercat MOTU crossovers. What about indy toy makers? Mythic Legions has some high-dollar pieces, but even with the fire Fresh Monkey Fiction is putting out, are they going to break the bank in a couple of decades? Podcasts Sun, 2 Feb 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes What do you think being released nowadays will increase in value 600-700% in 20 years? Anything? With Transformers improving their engineering constantly, I can’t imagine any of the new Studio Series will. With Star Wars losing a ton of interest, I don’t think anything they put out in the mainline will ever increase that much again. Especially with offerings like we got in the latest Fanstream. Don’t get even me started on the new Thundercat MOTU crossovers. What about indy toy makers? Mythic Legions has some high-dollar pieces, but even with the fire Fresh Monkey Fiction is putting out, are they going to break the bank in a couple of decades? What do you think being released nowadays will increase in value 600-700% in 20 years? Anything? With Transformers improving their engineering constantly, I can’t imagine any of the new Studio Series will. With Star Wars losing a ton of interest, I don’t think anything they put out in the mainline will ever increase that much again. Especially with offerings like we got in the latest Fanstream. Don’t get even me started on the new Thundercat MOTU crossovers. What about indy toy makers? Mythic Legions has some high-dollar pieces, but even with the fire Fresh Monkey Fiction is putting out, are they going to break the bank in a couple of decades? 2:24:37 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/01/23/open-your-toys-cast-episode-308-too-busy-motivating/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-308.mp3 Too busy motivating. I’ll catch you next time. Podcasts Thu, 23 Jan 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Too busy motivating. I’ll catch you next time. Too busy motivating. I’ll catch you next time. 2:05:42 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2025/01/05/open-your-toys-cast-episode-307-new-year-new-me-maybe/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-307.mp3 Here are some of my most anticipated toys from this show. Hopefully, I can take care of business to be able to afford them. First, Black Series Visions Ronin figures? Yes, please. As much as I really, really want Crystal Ball in Classified, it’s more because of the goofiness from a collector’s perspective. Nostalgically speaking, Law and Order is who I am really looking forward to. As one of the last “animal guys” I bought, he holds a special place in my heart. Again, a huge nostalgia-based want that is finally going to be satiated, Origins Rio Blast is coming this month. Lastly, and probably least exciting, but very happy to see the line continue, is Blokees Wave 6. Podcasts Sun, 5 Jan 2025 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Here are some of my most anticipated toys from this show. Hopefully, I can take care of business to be able to afford them. First, Black Series Visions Ronin figures? Yes, please. As much as I really, really want Crystal Ball in Classified, it’s more because of the goofiness from a collector’s perspective. Nostalgically speaking, Law and Order is who I am really looking forward to. As one of the last “animal guys” I bought, he holds a special place in my heart. Again, a huge nostalgia-based want that is finally going to be satiated, Origins Rio Blast is coming this month. Lastly, and probably least exciting, but very happy to see the line continue, is Blokees Wave 6. Here are some of my most anticipated toys from this show. Hopefully, I can take care of business to be able to afford them. First, Black Series Visions Ronin figures? Yes, please. As much as I really, really want Crystal Ball in Classified, it’s more because of the goofiness from a collector’s perspective. Nostalgically speaking, Law and Order is who I am really looking forward to. As one of the last “animal guys” I bought, he holds a special place in my heart. Again, a huge nostalgia-based want that is finally going to be satiated, Origins Rio Blast is coming this month. Lastly, and probably least exciting, but very happy to see the line continue, is Blokees Wave 6. 2:28:22 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2025 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/12/24/open-your-toys-cast-commentary-he-man-and-she-ra-a-christmas-special/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-Commentary-He-Man-and-She-Ra-A-Christmas-Special.mp3 Well, it's a wonderful time of the year, everyone has lots of fun. You mean they get in fights? Podcasts Tue, 24 Dec 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Well, it's a wonderful time of the year, everyone has lots of fun. You mean they get in fights? Well, it's a wonderful time of the year, everyone has lots of fun. You mean they get in fights? 1:36:00 commentary, Transformers, movie, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/12/10/open-your-toys-cast-episode-306-ho-ho-ho/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-306.mp3 Talk about over-saturating the market. Transformers are coming fast and furious, but the Missing Links can’t come fast enough for me. New Classified is coming too fast in my opinion, but Slice and Dice are welcome additions. While traditional Origins has been relegated to Mattel Creations exclusives, they have found a new niche, concept figures. What’s the easiest way to tell we’re getting too much product? Four words, Shadows of the Empire. Podcasts Tue, 10 Dec 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Talk about over-saturating the market. Transformers are coming fast and furious, but the Missing Links can’t come fast enough for me. New Classified is coming too fast in my opinion, but Slice and Dice are welcome additions. While traditional Origins has been relegated to Mattel Creations exclusives, they have found a new niche, concept figures. What’s the easiest way to tell we’re getting too much product? Four words, Shadows of the Empire. Talk about over-saturating the market. Transformers are coming fast and furious, but the Missing Links can’t come fast enough for me. New Classified is coming too fast in my opinion, but Slice and Dice are welcome additions. While traditional Origins has been relegated to Mattel Creations exclusives, they have found a new niche, concept figures. What’s the easiest way to tell we’re getting too much product? Four words, Shadows of the Empire. 2:27:35 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/11/24/open-your-toys-cast-episode-305-better-call-a-wambulance/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-305.mp3 The most whining this time around can be attributed to MEGA’s new G.I. Joe offering. While excellent in execution, the price is about twice what it should be. We whined for a couple of years about Transformers not making the Toy Hall of Fame. Our cries have been heard and silenced. I’m sure some Star Wars collectors will find some reason to whine about the Phase 1 Clone Trooper Super Battle Droid 2-pack, but to me, it’s perfect. People always whine about exclusives, but the only MOTU news this week is just that, and the character is ideal for an exclusive. Podcasts Sun, 24 Nov 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes The most whining this time around can be attributed to MEGA’s new G.I. Joe offering. While excellent in execution, the price is about twice what it should be. We whined for a couple of years about Transformers not making the Toy Hall of Fame. Our cries have been heard and silenced. I’m sure some Star Wars collectors will find some reason to whine about the Phase 1 Clone Trooper Super Battle Droid 2-pack, but to me, it’s perfect. People always whine about exclusives, but the only MOTU news this week is just that, and the character is ideal for an exclusive. The most whining this time around can be attributed to MEGA’s new G.I. Joe offering. While excellent in execution, the price is about twice what it should be. We whined for a couple of years about Transformers not making the Toy Hall of Fame. Our cries have been heard and silenced. I’m sure some Star Wars collectors will find some reason to whine about the Phase 1 Clone Trooper Super Battle Droid 2-pack, but to me, it’s perfect. People always whine about exclusives, but the only MOTU news this week is just that, and the character is ideal for an exclusive. 2:26:10 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/11/10/open-your-toys-cast-episode-304-its-a-celebration/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-304.mp3 Cons had a big presence on our little show this week, including TFCon, MCM, 1027, and more. Mastermind Creation’s new Devastator won big against Hasbro’s. The biggest baddy for Joe has finally come to fruition. Star Wars had its own new big bad added to its Black Series line. Meanwhile, the only Masters news was there would be a con four months from now. Podcasts Sun, 10 Nov 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Cons had a big presence on our little show this week, including TFCon, MCM, 1027, and more. Mastermind Creation’s new Devastator won big against Hasbro’s. The biggest baddy for Joe has finally come to fruition. Star Wars had its own new big bad added to its Black Series line. Meanwhile, the only Masters news was there would be a con four months from now. Cons had a big presence on our little show this week, including TFCon, MCM, 1027, and more. Mastermind Creation’s new Devastator won big against Hasbro’s. The biggest baddy for Joe has finally come to fruition. Star Wars had its own new big bad added to its Black Series line. Meanwhile, the only Masters news was there would be a con four months from now. 2:49:04 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/10/28/open-your-toys-cast-episode-303-represent-represent/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-303.mp3 Hasbro represented at New York Comic Con. Well, kind of. I think Joe stole the show again with the absolutely amazing Snake Eyes and Polar Bear. The only real stand-out for Star Wars was the Revenge of the Sith carded Black Series Commander Cody. Transformers was pretty light too, but Mandalorian Crossover N-1 looked alright. Mattel was a no-show, so the only booth repping Masters was Mondo. Not a lot of surprises, but their Faker v2 looks nice. Podcasts Mon, 28 Oct 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Hasbro represented at New York Comic Con. Well, kind of. I think Joe stole the show again with the absolutely amazing Snake Eyes and Polar Bear. The only real stand-out for Star Wars was the Revenge of the Sith carded Black Series Commander Cody. Transformers was pretty light too, but Mandalorian Crossover N-1 looked alright. Mattel was a no-show, so the only booth repping Masters was Mondo. Not a lot of surprises, but their Faker v2 looks nice. Hasbro represented at New York Comic Con. Well, kind of. I think Joe stole the show again with the absolutely amazing Snake Eyes and Polar Bear. The only real stand-out for Star Wars was the Revenge of the Sith carded Black Series Commander Cody. Transformers was pretty light too, but Mandalorian Crossover N-1 looked alright. Mattel was a no-show, so the only booth repping Masters was Mondo. Not a lot of surprises, but their Faker v2 looks nice. 3:01:39 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/10/19/open-your-toys-cast-episode-302-i-must-be-getting-old/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-302.mp3 I have to admit I totally forgot to post this episode. All of my reminders and tracking methods failed me. I didn’t even notice until I was adding the episode for tomorrow. Mrs. McFavorite and I have a big date night tonight, so I have to make this quick. Podcasts Sat, 19 Oct 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I have to admit I totally forgot to post this episode. All of my reminders and tracking methods failed me. I didn’t even notice until I was adding the episode for tomorrow. Mrs. McFavorite and I have a big date night tonight, so I have to make this quick. I have to admit I totally forgot to post this episode. All of my reminders and tracking methods failed me. I didn’t even notice until I was adding the episode for tomorrow. Mrs. McFavorite and I have a big date night tonight, so I have to make this quick. 2:10:44 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/10/03/open-your-toys-cast-commentary-the-transformers-the-movie/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-Commentary-The-Transformers-The-Movie.mp3 Roll out! Podcasts Thu, 3 Oct 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Roll out! Roll out! 1:36:00 commentary, Transformers, movie, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/09/26/open-your-toys-cast-episode-301-new-phone-who-dis/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-301.mp3 I’m really lucky the big four are pumping some great mass-release toys. I’ve been hot and cold on New Eternia, but loving the Roboto. I missed Cosmos the first time around. I will definitely enjoy opening him at a $25 price point instead of $70-80. Speaking of great, I am so happy to see Shadows of the Empire in the Black Series. We’ve talked about Dial Tone a couple of times now, but the Classified team did not disappoint. Podcasts Thu, 26 Sep 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I’m really lucky the big four are pumping some great mass-release toys. I’ve been hot and cold on New Eternia, but loving the Roboto. I missed Cosmos the first time around. I will definitely enjoy opening him at a $25 price point instead of $70-80. Speaking of great, I am so happy to see Shadows of the Empire in the Black Series. We’ve talked about Dial Tone a couple of times now, but the Classified team did not disappoint. I’m really lucky the big four are pumping some great mass-release toys. I’ve been hot and cold on New Eternia, but loving the Roboto. I missed Cosmos the first time around. I will definitely enjoy opening him at a $25 price point instead of $70-80. Speaking of great, I am so happy to see Shadows of the Empire in the Black Series. We’ve talked about Dial Tone a couple of times now, but the Classified team did not disappoint. 3:12:26 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/08/30/open-your-toys-cast-episode-300-speechless/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-300.mp3 Something that’s definitely manageable for collectors are kid’s meal toys. Looks like Transformers One is not going to disappoint. Classified continues to manage their assets correctly, including the amazing job done on this Dial Tone backpack. The least manageable scale, in my opinion, is 12 inches. But the Jumbo 14.5-inch IG-11 is pretty dope. Since there was no MOTU toy news, we’ll have to settle for the announcement of Camila Mendes as Teela. Let’s hope that Amazon manages to finally get this project out the door. Podcasts Fri, 30 Aug 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Something that’s definitely manageable for collectors are kid’s meal toys. Looks like Transformers One is not going to disappoint. Classified continues to manage their assets correctly, including the amazing job done on this Dial Tone backpack. The least manageable scale, in my opinion, is 12 inches. But the Jumbo 14.5-inch IG-11 is pretty dope. Since there was no MOTU toy news, we’ll have to settle for the announcement of Camila Mendes as Teela. Let’s hope that Amazon manages to finally get this project out the door. Something that’s definitely manageable for collectors are kid’s meal toys. Looks like Transformers One is not going to disappoint. Classified continues to manage their assets correctly, including the amazing job done on this Dial Tone backpack. The least manageable scale, in my opinion, is 12 inches. But the Jumbo 14.5-inch IG-11 is pretty dope. Since there was no MOTU toy news, we’ll have to settle for the announcement of Camila Mendes as Teela. Let’s hope that Amazon manages to finally get this project out the door. 2:16:54 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/08/15/open-your-toys-cast-episode-299-back-to-school/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-299.mp3 We had a few instances of this over the last couple of weeks. The Once a Man SDCC Cobra Commander sold out way too fast, twice. Mattel’s new Snake Lair looks like it might be going back to the drawing board. When will these companies learn that we don’t all want $500 toys? The Four Horsemen put out one of their lowest-priced Mythic Legions figures to date, which also turned out to be one of their most popular figures, selling out much faster than most anticipated. The Origins concept figures Lord Gr’Asp and Terroar found a new home at BBTS, but if you didn’t act fast, you probably missed out again. Podcasts Thu, 15 Aug 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes We had a few instances of this over the last couple of weeks. The Once a Man SDCC Cobra Commander sold out way too fast, twice. Mattel’s new Snake Lair looks like it might be going back to the drawing board. When will these companies learn that we don’t all want $500 toys? The Four Horsemen put out one of their lowest-priced Mythic Legions figures to date, which also turned out to be one of their most popular figures, selling out much faster than most anticipated. The Origins concept figures Lord Gr’Asp and Terroar found a new home at BBTS, but if you didn’t act fast, you probably missed out again. We had a few instances of this over the last couple of weeks. The Once a Man SDCC Cobra Commander sold out way too fast, twice. Mattel’s new Snake Lair looks like it might be going back to the drawing board. When will these companies learn that we don’t all want $500 toys? The Four Horsemen put out one of their lowest-priced Mythic Legions figures to date, which also turned out to be one of their most popular figures, selling out much faster than most anticipated. The Origins concept figures Lord Gr’Asp and Terroar found a new home at BBTS, but if you didn’t act fast, you probably missed out again. 2:35:56 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/08/08/open-your-toys-cast-commentary-gi-joe-the-movie/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-Commentary-GI-Joe-The-Movie.mp3 Now I know, and knowing is half the battle. G.I. Joe! Podcasts Tue, 8 Aug 2024 00:01:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Now I know, and knowing is half the battle. G.I. Joe! Now I know, and knowing is half the battle. G.I. Joe! 1:50:13 commentary, G.I. Joe, movie, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/08/08/open-your-toys-cast-episode-298-sdcc-2024/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-298.mp3 Since I’m behind on getting these posted, I’m going to skip the insight into my life. That’s usually the first paragraph of each post. However, I will say what my favorite things were from each franchise. While the Rattler is amazing and already backed, my favorite Joe item is a Transformer. I’m very excited to see the crossover line continue with Kup as the Triple T with Slaughter and Leatherneck. For Transformers, Hasbro finally came up with a good reason to combine Dinobots. The Dinoking box set looks like it will be a lot of fun. I missed some reveals from Masters, but of the ones I did see, I think I’m most excited for New Eternia Roboto. Star Wars, as usual, was the least interesting, but minimally we’re finally getting a Blurrg from The Mandalorian. Podcasts Tue, 8 Aug 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Since I’m behind on getting these posted, I’m going to skip the insight into my life. That’s usually the first paragraph of each post. However, I will say what my favorite things were from each franchise. While the Rattler is amazing and already backed, my favorite Joe item is a Transformer. I’m very excited to see the crossover line continue with Kup as the Triple T with Slaughter and Leatherneck. For Transformers, Hasbro finally came up with a good reason to combine Dinobots. The Dinoking box set looks like it will be a lot of fun. I missed some reveals from Masters, but of the ones I did see, I think I’m most excited for New Eternia Roboto. Star Wars, as usual, was the least interesting, but minimally we’re finally getting a Blurrg from The Mandalorian. Since I’m behind on getting these posted, I’m going to skip the insight into my life. That’s usually the first paragraph of each post. However, I will say what my favorite things were from each franchise. While the Rattler is amazing and already backed, my favorite Joe item is a Transformer. I’m very excited to see the crossover line continue with Kup as the Triple T with Slaughter and Leatherneck. For Transformers, Hasbro finally came up with a good reason to combine Dinobots. The Dinoking box set looks like it will be a lot of fun. I missed some reveals from Masters, but of the ones I did see, I think I’m most excited for New Eternia Roboto. Star Wars, as usual, was the least interesting, but minimally we’re finally getting a Blurrg from The Mandalorian. 3:19:11 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/07/22/open-your-toys-cast-episode-297-crashing-through-the-sky/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-297.mp3 It’s going to be one of those weeks. So, I’m going to bow out of writing this time around. We have tested our technology for doing the G.I. Joe: The Movie commentary, and we’re going to do it live. Listen to our next show for details. Podcasts Mon, 22 Jul 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes It’s going to be one of those weeks. So, I’m going to bow out of writing this time around. We have tested our technology for doing the G.I. Joe: The Movie commentary, and we’re going to do it live. Listen to our next show for details. It’s going to be one of those weeks. So, I’m going to bow out of writing this time around. We have tested our technology for doing the G.I. Joe: The Movie commentary, and we’re going to do it live. Listen to our next show for details. 2:54:34 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/07/09/open-your-toys-cast-episode-296-expert-level/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-296.mp3 Indie companies have been flexing their expertise as of late. No longer relegated to just making 3rd party add-ons, these companies are now direct competitors to the big boys. Ramen’s new modular tank is simply amazing. Longtime Transformers 3rd party company Fans Hobby comes in swinging with a new Sky Hawkesque vehicle. Companies are even picking up new licenses like C.O.P.S. n’ Crooks. Some of the best stuff is comimg from forgotten trademarks that have been reimagined. Podcasts Tue, 9 Jul 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Indie companies have been flexing their expertise as of late. No longer relegated to just making 3rd party add-ons, these companies are now direct competitors to the big boys. Ramen’s new modular tank is simply amazing. Longtime Transformers 3rd party company Fans Hobby comes in swinging with a new Sky Hawkesque vehicle. Companies are even picking up new licenses like C.O.P.S. n’ Crooks. Some of the best stuff is comimg from forgotten trademarks that have been reimagined. Indie companies have been flexing their expertise as of late. No longer relegated to just making 3rd party add-ons, these companies are now direct competitors to the big boys. Ramen’s new modular tank is simply amazing. Longtime Transformers 3rd party company Fans Hobby comes in swinging with a new Sky Hawkesque vehicle. Companies are even picking up new licenses like C.O.P.S. n’ Crooks. Some of the best stuff is comimg from forgotten trademarks that have been reimagined. 3:00:56 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/06/22/open-your-toys-cast-episode-295-its-a-sabotage/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-295.mp3 It was pretty easy to pick the four biggest news stories for each franchise this week. These aren’t always the best or my favorites, but most of the time, they are. The HasLab Cantina is amazing, but is it what people really want? It will probably fund, but definitely not with any unlocked tiers. Classified collectors have spoken, and they want vehicles. I know I really want the Cobra Stinger. However, how many can you have at this scale? Here’s one primarily for me. At the opposite end of the scale, I’m loving these Transformers Blokee deskbots. Lastly, while Scare Mare may be the new hotness, Night Stalker was always my evil steed of choice. Podcasts Sat, 22 Jun 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes It was pretty easy to pick the four biggest news stories for each franchise this week. These aren’t always the best or my favorites, but most of the time, they are. The HasLab Cantina is amazing, but is it what people really want? It will probably fund, but definitely not with any unlocked tiers. Classified collectors have spoken, and they want vehicles. I know I really want the Cobra Stinger. However, how many can you have at this scale? Here’s one primarily for me. At the opposite end of the scale, I’m loving these Transformers Blokee deskbots. Lastly, while Scare Mare may be the new hotness, Night Stalker was always my evil steed of choice. It was pretty easy to pick the four biggest news stories for each franchise this week. These aren’t always the best or my favorites, but most of the time, they are. The HasLab Cantina is amazing, but is it what people really want? It will probably fund, but definitely not with any unlocked tiers. Classified collectors have spoken, and they want vehicles. I know I really want the Cobra Stinger. However, how many can you have at this scale? Here’s one primarily for me. At the opposite end of the scale, I’m loving these Transformers Blokee deskbots. Lastly, while Scare Mare may be the new hotness, Night Stalker was always my evil steed of choice. 2:03:54 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/06/11/open-your-toys-cast-episode-294-doomed-to-repeat-it/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-294.mp3 I think toy companies are doing a pretty good job of learning from their past. There are always exceptions, but overall, I feel they’re heading in the right direction. Star Wars has been doing a good job rereleasing in-demand figures. Since Toys are now being collected primarily by adults, nostalgia reigns supreme. Toy companies keep pumping out updated engineering on toys we loved, like Origins Nightstalker and Missing Link Bumblebee and Cliffjumper. Hasbro, in particular, has discovered by just changing the scale you can get everyone to buy figures like the Cobra Trooper again. Podcasts Tue, 11 Jun 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I think toy companies are doing a pretty good job of learning from their past. There are always exceptions, but overall, I feel they’re heading in the right direction. Star Wars has been doing a good job rereleasing in-demand figures. Since Toys are now being collected primarily by adults, nostalgia reigns supreme. Toy companies keep pumping out updated engineering on toys we loved, like Origins Nightstalker and Missing Link Bumblebee and Cliffjumper. Hasbro, in particular, has discovered by just changing the scale you can get everyone to buy figures like the Cobra Trooper again. I think toy companies are doing a pretty good job of learning from their past. There are always exceptions, but overall, I feel they’re heading in the right direction. Star Wars has been doing a good job rereleasing in-demand figures. Since Toys are now being collected primarily by adults, nostalgia reigns supreme. Toy companies keep pumping out updated engineering on toys we loved, like Origins Nightstalker and Missing Link Bumblebee and Cliffjumper. Hasbro, in particular, has discovered by just changing the scale you can get everyone to buy figures like the Cobra Trooper again. 1:47:16 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/05/31/open-your-toys-cast-episode-293-it-seems-impossible/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-293.mp3 It seems impossible. It never is. Podcasts Fri, 31 May 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes It seems impossible. It never is. It seems impossible. It never is. 2:43:04 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/05/13/open-your-toys-cast-episode-292-humility-do-you-have-it/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-292.mp3 I think toy companies need a little humility. Not so much because they’re not making amazing things, more so because they’re making too much amazing stuff. Robosen has taken the world by storm. Their newest, Megatron, looks amazing, but who is collecting these things? Star Wars is getting a little more exciting as of late, but that might be because I love the Retro and Micro Galaxy Squadron lines. I think I’ve mentioned new MOTU x TMNT in every post in the last 6 months. Finally, Classified just keeps chugging along. Podcasts Mon, 13 May 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I think toy companies need a little humility. Not so much because they’re not making amazing things, more so because they’re making too much amazing stuff. Robosen has taken the world by storm. Their newest, Megatron, looks amazing, but who is collecting these things? Star Wars is getting a little more exciting as of late, but that might be because I love the Retro and Micro Galaxy Squadron lines. I think I’ve mentioned new MOTU x TMNT in every post in the last 6 months. Finally, Classified just keeps chugging along. I think toy companies need a little humility. Not so much because they’re not making amazing things, more so because they’re making too much amazing stuff. Robosen has taken the world by storm. Their newest, Megatron, looks amazing, but who is collecting these things? Star Wars is getting a little more exciting as of late, but that might be because I love the Retro and Micro Galaxy Squadron lines. I think I’ve mentioned new MOTU x TMNT in every post in the last 6 months. Finally, Classified just keeps chugging along. 2:25:20 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/04/28/open-your-toys-cast-episode-291-keep-on-keeping-on/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-291.mp3 I’m not really feeling writing right now, but I’ll be back. You keep doing you. Podcasts Sun, 28 Apr 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I’m not really feeling writing right now, but I’ll be back. You keep doing you. I’m not really feeling writing right now, but I’ll be back. You keep doing you. 1:59:28 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/04/12/open-your-toys-cast-episode-290-setting-expectations/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-290.mp3 The big four have set some pretty high expectations in the last couple of weeks. The Masters fall products look amazing. The Masterpiece Powermaster Optimus Prime looks great, but if Takara Tomy has done anything, it has set the expectation it will be pricey. I’ve got high expectations for the new Jazwares Vault regarding Micro Galaxy Squadron. Its first release is beautiful. My favorite expectation Hasbro set was the Name-Only reveal of Once a Man Cobra Commander. Podcasts Fri, 12 Apr 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes The big four have set some pretty high expectations in the last couple of weeks. The Masters fall products look amazing. The Masterpiece Powermaster Optimus Prime looks great, but if Takara Tomy has done anything, it has set the expectation it will be pricey. I’ve got high expectations for the new Jazwares Vault regarding Micro Galaxy Squadron. Its first release is beautiful. My favorite expectation Hasbro set was the Name-Only reveal of Once a Man Cobra Commander. The big four have set some pretty high expectations in the last couple of weeks. The Masters fall products look amazing. The Masterpiece Powermaster Optimus Prime looks great, but if Takara Tomy has done anything, it has set the expectation it will be pricey. I’ve got high expectations for the new Jazwares Vault regarding Micro Galaxy Squadron. Its first release is beautiful. My favorite expectation Hasbro set was the Name-Only reveal of Once a Man Cobra Commander. 2:53:49 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/04/03/open-your-toys-cast-episode-289-april-fools/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-289.mp3 It was a great couple of weeks of announcements and streams. The Transformer’s team showed off a bunch of stuff we already knew about, but seeing the new Cybertronian Wheeljack was amazing. The Master’s team showed off an impressive New Eternia Horde Trooper. Star Wars came in strong with their Imperial March. Probably my favorite thing was finally getting Captain Enoch and his Night Troopers. While there were no official reveals for Joe, Lenny and Emily still name-dropped one of my favorite Joe for the Classified line. None other than the Barbecue, uh, I mean, Blowtorch. Podcasts Wed, 3 Apr 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes It was a great couple of weeks of announcements and streams. The Transformer’s team showed off a bunch of stuff we already knew about, but seeing the new Cybertronian Wheeljack was amazing. The Master’s team showed off an impressive New Eternia Horde Trooper. Star Wars came in strong with their Imperial March. Probably my favorite thing was finally getting Captain Enoch and his Night Troopers. While there were no official reveals for Joe, Lenny and Emily still name-dropped one of my favorite Joe for the Classified line. None other than the Barbecue, uh, I mean, Blowtorch. It was a great couple of weeks of announcements and streams. The Transformer’s team showed off a bunch of stuff we already knew about, but seeing the new Cybertronian Wheeljack was amazing. The Master’s team showed off an impressive New Eternia Horde Trooper. Star Wars came in strong with their Imperial March. Probably my favorite thing was finally getting Captain Enoch and his Night Troopers. While there were no official reveals for Joe, Lenny and Emily still name-dropped one of my favorite Joe for the Classified line. None other than the Barbecue, uh, I mean, Blowtorch. 3:04:12 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/03/17/open-your-toys-cast-episode-288-lets-get-this-paddy-started/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-288.mp3 Let’s get this paddy started! Podcasts Sun, 17 Mar 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Let’s get this paddy started! Let’s get this paddy started! 2:54:50 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/03/03/open-your-toys-cast-episode-287-cost-versus-convenience/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-287.mp3 Let’s look at pre-orders this time around. I would definitely wait on the new TVC Clone Wars 4-Pack to save some money. I don’t think any of these Amazon multipacks have ever sold out before hitting ridiculously low prices. So glad I don’t do 1:6th scale. I’m not sure I could JOMO this amazing FigZero Snake Eyes. Something I probably would have FOMOed if I hadn’t missed it was the Target Exclusive Sla’ker. It combines two of my favorite characters in perfect harmony. I have allowed myself to pre-order all the Dr. Wu micromaster-scale G1 bots. I don’t want to mess around with these on the secondary market. Podcasts Sun, 3 Mar 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Let’s look at pre-orders this time around. I would definitely wait on the new TVC Clone Wars 4-Pack to save some money. I don’t think any of these Amazon multipacks have ever sold out before hitting ridiculously low prices. So glad I don’t do 1:6th scale. I’m not sure I could JOMO this amazing FigZero Snake Eyes. Something I probably would have FOMOed if I hadn’t missed it was the Target Exclusive Sla’ker. It combines two of my favorite characters in perfect harmony. I have allowed myself to pre-order all the Dr. Wu micromaster-scale G1 bots. I don’t want to mess around with these on the secondary market. Let’s look at pre-orders this time around. I would definitely wait on the new TVC Clone Wars 4-Pack to save some money. I don’t think any of these Amazon multipacks have ever sold out before hitting ridiculously low prices. So glad I don’t do 1:6th scale. I’m not sure I could JOMO this amazing FigZero Snake Eyes. Something I probably would have FOMOed if I hadn’t missed it was the Target Exclusive Sla’ker. It combines two of my favorite characters in perfect harmony. I have allowed myself to pre-order all the Dr. Wu micromaster-scale G1 bots. I don’t want to mess around with these on the secondary market. 3:02:24 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/02/17/open-your-toys-cast-episode-286-the-lesson-of-war/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-286.mp3 If you don't know I write a post for each episode, but only copy the second paragraph here. You should read the whole post. Here's the second paragraph for this episode... No funny or clever tie-ins to collecting this time; besides maybe, there's always a lesson to learn. Have you learned your lesson? Do you have a lesson to teach others? Don't hold back. Instill your knowledge of history in the younger generation. Do whatever you can to make sure history does not repeat itself. Podcasts Sat, 17 Feb 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes If you don't know I write a post for each episode, but only copy the second paragraph here. You should read the whole post. Here's the second paragraph for this episode... No funny or clever tie-ins to collecting this time; besides maybe, there's always a lesson to learn. Have you learned your lesson? Do you have a lesson to teach others? Don't hold back. Instill your knowledge of history in the younger generation. Do whatever you can to make sure history does not repeat itself. If you don't know I write a post for each episode, but only copy the second paragraph here. You should read the whole post. Here's the second paragraph for this episode... No funny or clever tie-ins to collecting this time; besides maybe, there's always a lesson to learn. Have you learned your lesson? Do you have a lesson to teach others? Don't hold back. Instill your knowledge of history in the younger generation. Do whatever you can to make sure history does not repeat itself. 2:38:11 Mattel, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/02/04/open-your-toys-cast-episode-285-hey-ho-lets-go/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-285.mp3 Toys continue to just get better and better. Man, have you seen the Classified Vamp in hand? What about the new Black Series Droideka/Destroyer Droid? Hoowee! Never thought I would say hoowee for an Orko, but Mondo’s has earned a hoowee! And one for my boy, Mr. Mark Haddock, this Legacy Gears. Hoowee! Podcasts Sun, 4 Feb 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Toys continue to just get better and better. Man, have you seen the Classified Vamp in hand? What about the new Black Series Droideka/Destroyer Droid? Hoowee! Never thought I would say hoowee for an Orko, but Mondo’s has earned a hoowee! And one for my boy, Mr. Mark Haddock, this Legacy Gears. Hoowee! Toys continue to just get better and better. Man, have you seen the Classified Vamp in hand? What about the new Black Series Droideka/Destroyer Droid? Hoowee! Never thought I would say hoowee for an Orko, but Mondo’s has earned a hoowee! And one for my boy, Mr. Mark Haddock, this Legacy Gears. Hoowee! 2:12:48 Livestream, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/01/19/open-your-toys-cast-episode-284-one-day-at-a-time/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-284.mp3 I love supporting Kickstarters because they are really a day-at-a-time kind of thing. The latest Roboskull update shows how amazing this thing is going to be. Hasbro keeps finding a way to get more money from their molds while enticing us with one new thing. I’m still excited about their possible new Transformers Selects multi-pack. When there’s no great toy news, I’ll take some media news any day. The latest Masters of Universe Revolution trailer is great, especially its background music. And, while it is probably late to take advantage of the original fan fair, I still welcome a Mando movie. Podcasts Fri, 19 Jan 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I love supporting Kickstarters because they are really a day-at-a-time kind of thing. The latest Roboskull update shows how amazing this thing is going to be. Hasbro keeps finding a way to get more money from their molds while enticing us with one new thing. I’m still excited about their possible new Transformers Selects multi-pack. When there’s no great toy news, I’ll take some media news any day. The latest Masters of Universe Revolution trailer is great, especially its background music. And, while it is probably late to take advantage of the original fan fair, I still welcome a Mando movie. I love supporting Kickstarters because they are really a day-at-a-time kind of thing. The latest Roboskull update shows how amazing this thing is going to be. Hasbro keeps finding a way to get more money from their molds while enticing us with one new thing. I’m still excited about their possible new Transformers Selects multi-pack. When there’s no great toy news, I’ll take some media news any day. The latest Masters of Universe Revolution trailer is great, especially its background music. And, while it is probably late to take advantage of the original fan fair, I still welcome a Mando movie. 2:28:11 Hiya, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2024/01/06/open-your-toys-cast-episode-283-new-year-new-me-maybe/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-283.mp3 I’ve talked about change, motivation, and getting things done too much. It’s time to put up or shut up. Podcasts Sat, 6 Jan 2024 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I’ve talked about change, motivation, and getting things done too much. It’s time to put up or shut up. I’ve talked about change, motivation, and getting things done too much. It’s time to put up or shut up. 2:44:31 Hiya, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2024 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/12/26/open-your-toys-cast-episode-282-its-always-messy/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-282.mp3 Toys are getting a little messy. You have what seem to be hits like the MOTU x TMNT Crossover that keep gaining steam. But then you have what we feel are flops like the Hiya Joe line and their new Gung Ho. Some are inadvertently messy, like making a 5 PoA line out of figures that were originally 5 PoA. I’m looking at you Phantom Menace Retro Collection. Some have got to know, right? Unfortunately, not the Transformers team. Or, maybe they do? Podcasts Tue, 26 Dec 2023 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Toys are getting a little messy. You have what seem to be hits like the MOTU x TMNT Crossover that keep gaining steam. But then you have what we feel are flops like the Hiya Joe line and their new Gung Ho. Some are inadvertently messy, like making a 5 PoA line out of figures that were originally 5 PoA. I’m looking at you Phantom Menace Retro Collection. Some have got to know, right? Unfortunately, not the Transformers team. Or, maybe they do? Toys are getting a little messy. You have what seem to be hits like the MOTU x TMNT Crossover that keep gaining steam. But then you have what we feel are flops like the Hiya Joe line and their new Gung Ho. Some are inadvertently messy, like making a 5 PoA line out of figures that were originally 5 PoA. I’m looking at you Phantom Menace Retro Collection. Some have got to know, right? Unfortunately, not the Transformers team. Or, maybe they do? 3:09:03 Hiya, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/12/12/open-your-toys-cast-episode-281-hiss-mania/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-281.mp3 Something equally well-received as the HISS is the latest Figura Obscura from the 4Horsemen. Received not nearly as well, but still generating some excitement are the new O-ring Joes from Super7. I’m not sure Joe collectors will be so happy when they are $20+. Something that really impressed the crew this week was an intensely beautiful, or ugly, depending on your view, Threezero’s MDLX G2 Megatron. Not sure if it’s the piece or it’s ridiculous edition size of 50 worldwide. Something that obviously didn’t get a great reception was Hasbro’s Selfie Series; may it rest in peace. Podcasts Tue, 12 Dec 2023 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Something equally well-received as the HISS is the latest Figura Obscura from the 4Horsemen. Received not nearly as well, but still generating some excitement are the new O-ring Joes from Super7. I’m not sure Joe collectors will be so happy when they are $20+. Something that really impressed the crew this week was an intensely beautiful, or ugly, depending on your view, Threezero’s MDLX G2 Megatron. Not sure if it’s the piece or it’s ridiculous edition size of 50 worldwide. Something that obviously didn’t get a great reception was Hasbro’s Selfie Series; may it rest in peace. Something equally well-received as the HISS is the latest Figura Obscura from the 4Horsemen. Received not nearly as well, but still generating some excitement are the new O-ring Joes from Super7. I’m not sure Joe collectors will be so happy when they are $20+. Something that really impressed the crew this week was an intensely beautiful, or ugly, depending on your view, Threezero’s MDLX G2 Megatron. Not sure if it’s the piece or it’s ridiculous edition size of 50 worldwide. Something that obviously didn’t get a great reception was Hasbro’s Selfie Series; may it rest in peace. 2:19:07 HISS, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/11/29/open-your-toys-cast-episode-280-moral-of-the-story/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-280.mp3 No clever segue way this week, just the coolest stuff. The MOTU x TMNT crossovers have got us all excited. The revelation of the new Triple T in the Joe x TF crossover line sounds promising. Think Classified is killing it? The leaked listings prove that they are. While none of us collect Hot Toys, the new Ahsoka is yet another thing of beauty. Podcasts Wed, 29 Nov 2023 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes No clever segue way this week, just the coolest stuff. The MOTU x TMNT crossovers have got us all excited. The revelation of the new Triple T in the Joe x TF crossover line sounds promising. Think Classified is killing it? The leaked listings prove that they are. While none of us collect Hot Toys, the new Ahsoka is yet another thing of beauty. No clever segue way this week, just the coolest stuff. The MOTU x TMNT crossovers have got us all excited. The revelation of the new Triple T in the Joe x TF crossover line sounds promising. Think Classified is killing it? The leaked listings prove that they are. While none of us collect Hot Toys, the new Ahsoka is yet another thing of beauty. 2:38:45 TMNT, Collector Con, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/11/13/open-your-toys-cast-episode-279-the-frustration-with-support/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-279.mp3 Can you feel the frustration with collectors nowadays? It’s either pricing, availability, or too much product. Almost everyone I know is cutting back or quitting altogether. It’s not stopping these companies. We still haven’t got our first big Classified vehicle. We just got done funding our second big vehicle, now we have a third coming our way. Transformers continues with a bevy of new exclusives. Same with Star Wars, but I ain’t mad at this EU Black Series multi-pack. While, still available, and relatively reasonable, it’s gotta be the price on some of these Power-Con exclusives that are making them hang around. Or, maybe there’s just too much MOTU out there to support 3rd Party. Podcasts Mon, 13 Nov 2023 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Can you feel the frustration with collectors nowadays? It’s either pricing, availability, or too much product. Almost everyone I know is cutting back or quitting altogether. It’s not stopping these companies. We still haven’t got our first big Classified vehicle. We just got done funding our second big vehicle, now we have a third coming our way. Transformers continues with a bevy of new exclusives. Same with Star Wars, but I ain’t mad at this EU Black Series multi-pack. While, still available, and relatively reasonable, it’s gotta be the price on some of these Power-Con exclusives that are making them hang around. Or, maybe there’s just too much MOTU out there to support 3rd Party. Can you feel the frustration with collectors nowadays? It’s either pricing, availability, or too much product. Almost everyone I know is cutting back or quitting altogether. It’s not stopping these companies. We still haven’t got our first big Classified vehicle. We just got done funding our second big vehicle, now we have a third coming our way. Transformers continues with a bevy of new exclusives. Same with Star Wars, but I ain’t mad at this EU Black Series multi-pack. While, still available, and relatively reasonable, it’s gotta be the price on some of these Power-Con exclusives that are making them hang around. Or, maybe there’s just too much MOTU out there to support 3rd Party. 2:16:27 TFCon, Collector Con, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/11/04/open-your-toys-cast-episode-278-busy-busy-busy/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-278.mp3 I meant to save a bunch of time and do a really well-thought-out reflection of our 15th Anniversary show. Well, you see how well that worked out. Podcasts Sat, 4 Nov 2023 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I meant to save a bunch of time and do a really well-thought-out reflection of our 15th Anniversary show. Well, you see how well that worked out. I meant to save a bunch of time and do a really well-thought-out reflection of our 15th Anniversary show. Well, you see how well that worked out. 3:00:17 Toy Fair, TFCon, Collector Con, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/10/14/open-your-toys-cast-discussion-15th-anniversary/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-Discussion-15th-Anniversary.mp3 (mic drop) Podcasts Sat, 14 Oct 2023 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes (mic drop) (mic drop) 3:21:29 15th anniversary, one chip challenge, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/10/04/open-your-toys-cast-episode-277-do-you-know-what-today-is/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-277.mp3 Hasbro Pulse Con was kind of meh this year, but it’ll be an easy field to pick my favorites from, so here we go. Believe it or not, I think the weird rock truck was my favorite Transformer reveal. I still have no intention of picking it up. I’m a sucker for the Old Republic, so the TVC HK-47 and Jedi Revan 2-Pack was easily my favorite Star Wars reveal. I think Joe continues to kill it. It seems so much so, people are getting burned out on the whole line. I’ve always been a huge Big Boa fan, but who can really beat that deluxe Metalhead? No news for MOTU, so go enjoy Mattel’s awesome Origins stop-motion videos. They made me a lot happier when I thought I had Lady Slither on the way. Podcasts Wed, 4 Oct 2023 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Hasbro Pulse Con was kind of meh this year, but it’ll be an easy field to pick my favorites from, so here we go. Believe it or not, I think the weird rock truck was my favorite Transformer reveal. I still have no intention of picking it up. I’m a sucker for the Old Republic, so the TVC HK-47 and Jedi Revan 2-Pack was easily my favorite Star Wars reveal. I think Joe continues to kill it. It seems so much so, people are getting burned out on the whole line. I’ve always been a huge Big Boa fan, but who can really beat that deluxe Metalhead? No news for MOTU, so go enjoy Mattel’s awesome Origins stop-motion videos. They made me a lot happier when I thought I had Lady Slither on the way. Hasbro Pulse Con was kind of meh this year, but it’ll be an easy field to pick my favorites from, so here we go. Believe it or not, I think the weird rock truck was my favorite Transformer reveal. I still have no intention of picking it up. I’m a sucker for the Old Republic, so the TVC HK-47 and Jedi Revan 2-Pack was easily my favorite Star Wars reveal. I think Joe continues to kill it. It seems so much so, people are getting burned out on the whole line. I’ve always been a huge Big Boa fan, but who can really beat that deluxe Metalhead? No news for MOTU, so go enjoy Mattel’s awesome Origins stop-motion videos. They made me a lot happier when I thought I had Lady Slither on the way. 2:29:12 Pulsre Con, Livestream, Fanstream, Fan First, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/09/16/open-your-toys-cast-episode-276-cant-put-it-off-any-longer/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-276.mp3 All of my favorites from this show you can put off. None of them are really required for any sort of collection. As much as I love Lady Slither and her articulated tail, do we really need her? I almost wish I had collected the Holiday Black Series figures from the beginning, especially because the latest batch is just killing it on a bunch of different levels. Another Transformers crossover to take or leave popped up as well. It looks great, but do you really need it? I don’t think anyone needs G.I. Joe ReAction figures, but the Sunbow deep cuts keep sucking me back in. Podcasts Sat, 16 Sep 2023 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes All of my favorites from this show you can put off. None of them are really required for any sort of collection. As much as I love Lady Slither and her articulated tail, do we really need her? I almost wish I had collected the Holiday Black Series figures from the beginning, especially because the latest batch is just killing it on a bunch of different levels. Another Transformers crossover to take or leave popped up as well. It looks great, but do you really need it? I don’t think anyone needs G.I. Joe ReAction figures, but the Sunbow deep cuts keep sucking me back in. All of my favorites from this show you can put off. None of them are really required for any sort of collection. As much as I love Lady Slither and her articulated tail, do we really need her? I almost wish I had collected the Holiday Black Series figures from the beginning, especially because the latest batch is just killing it on a bunch of different levels. Another Transformers crossover to take or leave popped up as well. It looks great, but do you really need it? I don’t think anyone needs G.I. Joe ReAction figures, but the Sunbow deep cuts keep sucking me back in. 2:12:06 Livestream, Fanstream, Fan First, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/09/04/open-your-toys-cast-episode-275-labor-day/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-275.mp3 Why is it that I am constantly laboring on Labor Day? We just spent 3 hours doing yard work. That was after camping for the second time in so many weeks. Setting up and tearing down camp is always crazy laborious. The one thing I can skip is writing about it. Now you don't have to read it, win-win. Podcasts Mon, 4 Sep 2023 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Why is it that I am constantly laboring on Labor Day? We just spent 3 hours doing yard work. That was after camping for the second time in so many weeks. Setting up and tearing down camp is always crazy laborious. The one thing I can skip is writing about it. Now you don't have to read it, win-win. Why is it that I am constantly laboring on Labor Day? We just spent 3 hours doing yard work. That was after camping for the second time in so many weeks. Setting up and tearing down camp is always crazy laborious. The one thing I can skip is writing about it. Now you don't have to read it, win-win. 2:45:56 Power-Con, Livestream, Fanstream, Fan First, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/08/16/open-your-toys-cast-episode-274-the-great-outdoors/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-274.mp3 The way people collect can be equally as diverse as the way people choose to camp. And just as with camping, there’s no really right or wrong way to do it. I think this year’s Power-Con demonstrated this. The big two, Hasbro and Mattel, were nowhere to be found, but in their place was an amazingly diverse group of indy toy makers. The Four Horsemen had an extremely impressive setup highlighted by their amazing life-size Ogre. Fresh Monkey Fiction showed off some great new entries to the BBTS-sponsored Monster Force line. Mondo continued their stellar reputation with a flocked Panthor and Filmation Trap Jaw. My favorite by far was Creative Beast Studio, makers of The Beasts of Mesozoic. It looks like, besides just redecos and buck reuse, they most likely had an absolutely brilliant idea all along. Podcasts Wed, 16 Aug 2023 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes The way people collect can be equally as diverse as the way people choose to camp. And just as with camping, there’s no really right or wrong way to do it. I think this year’s Power-Con demonstrated this. The big two, Hasbro and Mattel, were nowhere to be found, but in their place was an amazingly diverse group of indy toy makers. The Four Horsemen had an extremely impressive setup highlighted by their amazing life-size Ogre. Fresh Monkey Fiction showed off some great new entries to the BBTS-sponsored Monster Force line. Mondo continued their stellar reputation with a flocked Panthor and Filmation Trap Jaw. My favorite by far was Creative Beast Studio, makers of The Beasts of Mesozoic. It looks like, besides just redecos and buck reuse, they most likely had an absolutely brilliant idea all along. The way people collect can be equally as diverse as the way people choose to camp. And just as with camping, there’s no really right or wrong way to do it. I think this year’s Power-Con demonstrated this. The big two, Hasbro and Mattel, were nowhere to be found, but in their place was an amazingly diverse group of indy toy makers. The Four Horsemen had an extremely impressive setup highlighted by their amazing life-size Ogre. Fresh Monkey Fiction showed off some great new entries to the BBTS-sponsored Monster Force line. Mondo continued their stellar reputation with a flocked Panthor and Filmation Trap Jaw. My favorite by far was Creative Beast Studio, makers of The Beasts of Mesozoic. It looks like, besides just redecos and buck reuse, they most likely had an absolutely brilliant idea all along. 2:06:31 Power-Con, Livestream, Fanstream, Fan First, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/07/31/open-your-toys-cast-episode-273-sdcc-2023/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-273.mp3 With so many amazing reveals, this quick list shouldn’t be too hard. For Star Wars, the second wave of ROTJ figures is simply amazing. I think most Joe people would say the Vamp stole the show, but for my money, I’m all about the Pulse Con Exclusive Crimson Strike 3-Pack. I don’t think I’m in the minority when saying the new Studio Series Ultra Magnus is pretty damn impressive. Finally, while I’m really sad to see MOTU Origins become an exclusive line, the new animated line looks amazing. Podcasts Mon, 31 Jul 2023 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes With so many amazing reveals, this quick list shouldn’t be too hard. For Star Wars, the second wave of ROTJ figures is simply amazing. I think most Joe people would say the Vamp stole the show, but for my money, I’m all about the Pulse Con Exclusive Crimson Strike 3-Pack. I don’t think I’m in the minority when saying the new Studio Series Ultra Magnus is pretty damn impressive. Finally, while I’m really sad to see MOTU Origins become an exclusive line, the new animated line looks amazing. With so many amazing reveals, this quick list shouldn’t be too hard. For Star Wars, the second wave of ROTJ figures is simply amazing. I think most Joe people would say the Vamp stole the show, but for my money, I’m all about the Pulse Con Exclusive Crimson Strike 3-Pack. I don’t think I’m in the minority when saying the new Studio Series Ultra Magnus is pretty damn impressive. Finally, while I’m really sad to see MOTU Origins become an exclusive line, the new animated line looks amazing. 3:11:31 SDCC, Livestream, Fanstream, Fan First, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/07/22/open-your-toys-cast-episode-272-new-podcast-who-dis/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-272.mp3 No time for the usual. SDCC is on fire and we’re going to do an impromptu show tomorrow to yak about it. Podcasts Sat, 22 Jul 2023 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes No time for the usual. SDCC is on fire and we’re going to do an impromptu show tomorrow to yak about it. No time for the usual. SDCC is on fire and we’re going to do an impromptu show tomorrow to yak about it. 3:09:48 SDCC, Livestream, Fanstream, Fan First, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/07/12/open-your-toys-cast-episode-271-the-end-of-the-road/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-271.mp3 I don’t even know how to start this post. Unfortunately, we are dealing with the loss of our amazing Ruthie Goosie. She has been the backbone of our family for over 15 years. Through everything we have gone through, she has always been there for all of us. Especially as we are still experiencing some ups and downs, her presence is missed so much. It’s not even the big things, it’s the smallest of things. Things like not having to rearrange pillows on the couch so she can have a couple of places to choose from or having her hoover up some dropped food always seem to make me cry. I’ve struggled with loss my entire life. Not just family, but far too many friends. It’s always the smallest things that remind me of them and bring that loss rushing back. Whether you haven’t seen them in years or you woke up to them every morning, the loss is real. It’s felt in different ways and there is no right way to cope. I’ve found for me, I spend a couple of days in absolute despair, then I just gotta keep on keeping on. I have learned to cherish experiencing moments that make me cry. While the memory of the loss is always crushing, it gives me a chance to remember someone I loved that much. Podcasts Wed, 12 Jul 2023 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I don’t even know how to start this post. Unfortunately, we are dealing with the loss of our amazing Ruthie Goosie. She has been the backbone of our family for over 15 years. Through everything we have gone through, she has always been there for all of us. Especially as we are still experiencing some ups and downs, her presence is missed so much. It’s not even the big things, it’s the smallest of things. Things like not having to rearrange pillows on the couch so she can have a couple of places to choose from or having her hoover up some dropped food always seem to make me cry. I’ve struggled with loss my entire life. Not just family, but far too many friends. It’s always the smallest things that remind me of them and bring that loss rushing back. Whether you haven’t seen them in years or you woke up to them every morning, the loss is real. It’s felt in different ways and there is no right way to cope. I’ve found for me, I spend a couple of days in absolute despair, then I just gotta keep on keeping on. I have learned to cherish experiencing moments that make me cry. While the memory of the loss is always crushing, it gives me a chance to remember someone I loved that much. I don’t even know how to start this post. Unfortunately, we are dealing with the loss of our amazing Ruthie Goosie. She has been the backbone of our family for over 15 years. Through everything we have gone through, she has always been there for all of us. Especially as we are still experiencing some ups and downs, her presence is missed so much. It’s not even the big things, it’s the smallest of things. Things like not having to rearrange pillows on the couch so she can have a couple of places to choose from or having her hoover up some dropped food always seem to make me cry. I’ve struggled with loss my entire life. Not just family, but far too many friends. It’s always the smallest things that remind me of them and bring that loss rushing back. Whether you haven’t seen them in years or you woke up to them every morning, the loss is real. It’s felt in different ways and there is no right way to cope. I’ve found for me, I spend a couple of days in absolute despair, then I just gotta keep on keeping on. I have learned to cherish experiencing moments that make me cry. While the memory of the loss is always crushing, it gives me a chance to remember someone I loved that much. 3:09:20 Celebration, Livestream, Fanstream, Fan First, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/06/23/open-your-toys-cast-episode-270-the-shit-show-part-2/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-270.mp3 Sound quality and host quality aside, at least the content was amazing. We talk about the launch of the new HasLab Classified Dragonfly. Mondo absolutely killed it with their V2 Skeletor. The new TBS Endor Rebel Trooper is perfection. But, why so pricey, especially for an army builder? Probably worst kept spoiler in recent times gives all of us Transformers fans a glimmer of hope of something we’ve always wanted. Podcasts Fri, 23 Jun 2023 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Sound quality and host quality aside, at least the content was amazing. We talk about the launch of the new HasLab Classified Dragonfly. Mondo absolutely killed it with their V2 Skeletor. The new TBS Endor Rebel Trooper is perfection. But, why so pricey, especially for an army builder? Probably worst kept spoiler in recent times gives all of us Transformers fans a glimmer of hope of something we’ve always wanted. Sound quality and host quality aside, at least the content was amazing. We talk about the launch of the new HasLab Classified Dragonfly. Mondo absolutely killed it with their V2 Skeletor. The new TBS Endor Rebel Trooper is perfection. But, why so pricey, especially for an army builder? Probably worst kept spoiler in recent times gives all of us Transformers fans a glimmer of hope of something we’ve always wanted. 2:52:12 Celebration, Livestream, Fanstream, Fan First, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/06/10/open-your-toys-cast-episode-269-dont-worry-be-happy/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-269.mp3 I feel great about all the new Joes we’re seeing, but that’s because I’m a sub-team whore. I know everyone is loving Classified, but is that because they also love these sub-teams or are they just caught up in the hype? Those with a Sail Barge should be super-happy with the new Droid Factory R2-S4M. I love that we’re getting a new screen-based character from ROTJ. While it makes me happy to see any brand I love utilizing graffiti, not quite sure the Amazon Battle in Brooklyn makes me as happy as it should. The performance of the latest Mattel Creations drops has me worried. At least for Masterverse. Both of the latest drops are still available. Maybe the snapping turtle tank wasn’t the best idea for Vykron. Podcasts Sat, 10 Jun 2023 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I feel great about all the new Joes we’re seeing, but that’s because I’m a sub-team whore. I know everyone is loving Classified, but is that because they also love these sub-teams or are they just caught up in the hype? Those with a Sail Barge should be super-happy with the new Droid Factory R2-S4M. I love that we’re getting a new screen-based character from ROTJ. While it makes me happy to see any brand I love utilizing graffiti, not quite sure the Amazon Battle in Brooklyn makes me as happy as it should. The performance of the latest Mattel Creations drops has me worried. At least for Masterverse. Both of the latest drops are still available. Maybe the snapping turtle tank wasn’t the best idea for Vykron. I feel great about all the new Joes we’re seeing, but that’s because I’m a sub-team whore. I know everyone is loving Classified, but is that because they also love these sub-teams or are they just caught up in the hype? Those with a Sail Barge should be super-happy with the new Droid Factory R2-S4M. I love that we’re getting a new screen-based character from ROTJ. While it makes me happy to see any brand I love utilizing graffiti, not quite sure the Amazon Battle in Brooklyn makes me as happy as it should. The performance of the latest Mattel Creations drops has me worried. At least for Masterverse. Both of the latest drops are still available. Maybe the snapping turtle tank wasn’t the best idea for Vykron. 2:52:52 Celebration, Livestream, Fanstream, Fan First, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/05/25/open-your-toys-cast-episode-268-summer-summer-summertime/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-268.mp3 Toy life is heating up. Transformers made some interesting announcements at their recent livestream. Loving the deep-dive on the Evolution line. Scrap-Iron is hot, but is he over-hyped? I’m really cold on the Masterverse Whiplash, but some may dig it. Some may be cold on the politics, but I’m absolutely loving the Pride mechs. Podcasts Fri, 26 May 2023 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Toy life is heating up. Transformers made some interesting announcements at their recent livestream. Loving the deep-dive on the Evolution line. Scrap-Iron is hot, but is he over-hyped? I’m really cold on the Masterverse Whiplash, but some may dig it. Some may be cold on the politics, but I’m absolutely loving the Pride mechs. Toy life is heating up. Transformers made some interesting announcements at their recent livestream. Loving the deep-dive on the Evolution line. Scrap-Iron is hot, but is he over-hyped? I’m really cold on the Masterverse Whiplash, but some may dig it. Some may be cold on the politics, but I’m absolutely loving the Pride mechs. 1:46:52 Celebration, Livestream, Fanstream, Fan First, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/05/16/open-your-toys-cast-episode-267-bad-habits/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-267.mp3 It was one of those weeks. A lot of bad habits and not nearly enough good. I’m going to keep this short so I can get onto my good habits. However, I want to check in with everybody. Are your good habits winning? Are the bad habits creeping in? Either way, just keep on truckin’ and remember shit happens when you party naked. Podcasts Tue, 16 May 2023 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes It was one of those weeks. A lot of bad habits and not nearly enough good. I’m going to keep this short so I can get onto my good habits. However, I want to check in with everybody. Are your good habits winning? Are the bad habits creeping in? Either way, just keep on truckin’ and remember shit happens when you party naked. It was one of those weeks. A lot of bad habits and not nearly enough good. I’m going to keep this short so I can get onto my good habits. However, I want to check in with everybody. Are your good habits winning? Are the bad habits creeping in? Either way, just keep on truckin’ and remember shit happens when you party naked. 3:08:14 Celebration, Livestream, Fanstream, Fan First, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/04/30/open-your-toys-cast-episode-266-im-hooked-on-a-feeling/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-266.mp3 I think the Joe franchise survival instinct is kicking in with them trying to secure Michael Keaton for yet another reboot of the Joe cinematic universe. The Transformers team instinct is hopefully going to kick in when it comes to the Deathsaurus package artwork. Star Wars is doing pretty well with their Mando Mania, but I’m concerned that they’re doing too many of the same characters. Masters just continues to kill it. Even its partners are turning out gold. Podcasts Sun, 30 Apr 2023 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I think the Joe franchise survival instinct is kicking in with them trying to secure Michael Keaton for yet another reboot of the Joe cinematic universe. The Transformers team instinct is hopefully going to kick in when it comes to the Deathsaurus package artwork. Star Wars is doing pretty well with their Mando Mania, but I’m concerned that they’re doing too many of the same characters. Masters just continues to kill it. Even its partners are turning out gold. I think the Joe franchise survival instinct is kicking in with them trying to secure Michael Keaton for yet another reboot of the Joe cinematic universe. The Transformers team instinct is hopefully going to kick in when it comes to the Deathsaurus package artwork. Star Wars is doing pretty well with their Mando Mania, but I’m concerned that they’re doing too many of the same characters. Masters just continues to kill it. Even its partners are turning out gold. 2:37:19 Celebration, Livestream, Fanstream, Fan First, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/04/18/open-your-toys-cast-episode-265-its-time-to-party/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-265.mp3 No time to talk, we have a very special guest star making an appearance at Casa de McFavorite. Podcasts Tue, 18 Apr 2023 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes No time to talk, we have a very special guest star making an appearance at Casa de McFavorite. No time to talk, we have a very special guest star making an appearance at Casa de McFavorite. 2:53:28 Celebration, Livestream, Fanstream, Fan First, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/04/02/open-your-toys-cast-episode-264-everybody-sales-sales-sales-sales-sales-sales/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-264.mp3 Nothing too exciting for Joe besides some new listings. We’re getting the inevitable repaint of the Volvo Prime. I really dig it but had no idea this thing was so small. While not crazy about the uncanny valley Luke in The Mandalorian, all the new Luke toys are very welcomed, including the new Training Luke. Saving the best for last was all of the MOTU Reveals. I mean, come on. Podcasts Sun, 02 Apr 2023 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Nothing too exciting for Joe besides some new listings. We’re getting the inevitable repaint of the Volvo Prime. I really dig it but had no idea this thing was so small. While not crazy about the uncanny valley Luke in The Mandalorian, all the new Luke toys are very welcomed, including the new Training Luke. Saving the best for last was all of the MOTU Reveals. I mean, come on. Nothing too exciting for Joe besides some new listings. We’re getting the inevitable repaint of the Volvo Prime. I really dig it but had no idea this thing was so small. While not crazy about the uncanny valley Luke in The Mandalorian, all the new Luke toys are very welcomed, including the new Training Luke. Saving the best for last was all of the MOTU Reveals. I mean, come on. 2:57:26 Livestream, Fanstream, Fan First, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/03/18/open-your-toys-cast-episode-263-never-going-to-give-you-up/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-263.mp3 All these companies have to do is what they’re doing. They are killing it, but is it too much? How many Classified Joes did you pre-order in the last couple of weeks? How about 3rd party Transformers? Maybe a couple of new Origins figures? FOMO finally got to me and I had to grab the new mini Lego Super Star Destroyer. Podcasts Sat, 18 Mar 2023 00:00:00 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes All these companies have to do is what they’re doing. They are killing it, but is it too much? How many Classified Joes did you pre-order in the last couple of weeks? How about 3rd party Transformers? Maybe a couple of new Origins figures? FOMO finally got to me and I had to grab the new mini Lego Super Star Destroyer. All these companies have to do is what they’re doing. They are killing it, but is it too much? How many Classified Joes did you pre-order in the last couple of weeks? How about 3rd party Transformers? Maybe a couple of new Origins figures? FOMO finally got to me and I had to grab the new mini Lego Super Star Destroyer. 3:22:26 Livestream, Fanstream, Fan First, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/03/04/open-your-toys-cast-episode-262-benders-ive-had-a-few/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-262.mp3 Amazing toys that I don’t want also feel good. Kind of like this Mondo Trap Jaw. Or, the possibly leaked Mandalorian Starfighter. While I love the tractor for the Armada Prime, I definitely do not need it. A Classified Dragon Fly probably would have been needed, but we’ll never know. Podcasts Sun, 27 Feb 2023 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Amazing toys that I don’t want also feel good. Kind of like this Mondo Trap Jaw. Or, the possibly leaked Mandalorian Starfighter. While I love the tractor for the Armada Prime, I definitely do not need it. A Classified Dragon Fly probably would have been needed, but we’ll never know. Amazing toys that I don’t want also feel good. Kind of like this Mondo Trap Jaw. Or, the possibly leaked Mandalorian Starfighter. While I love the tractor for the Armada Prime, I definitely do not need it. A Classified Dragon Fly probably would have been needed, but we’ll never know. 2:31:07 Livestream, Fanstream, Fan First, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/02/25/open-your-toys-cast-episode-261-longest-show-ever-i-think/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-261.mp3 Joe absolutely killed it this time around. While Snow Job is one of my favorite characters of all-time and they did justice to him, the Classified Scrap Iron is a thing of beauty. There were some great reveals at the latest Star Wars Livestream, but I think I gotta give it to the Revenge of Jedi Darth Vader. I’m glad to see the masses will be getting access to an amazing Snake Horde Trooper. However, nothing can touch the Cybertronian Jazz I have been waiting almost 4 decades for. Podcasts Sun, 19 Feb 2023 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Joe absolutely killed it this time around. While Snow Job is one of my favorite characters of all-time and they did justice to him, the Classified Scrap Iron is a thing of beauty. There were some great reveals at the latest Star Wars Livestream, but I think I gotta give it to the Revenge of Jedi Darth Vader. I’m glad to see the masses will be getting access to an amazing Snake Horde Trooper. However, nothing can touch the Cybertronian Jazz I have been waiting almost 4 decades for. Joe absolutely killed it this time around. While Snow Job is one of my favorite characters of all-time and they did justice to him, the Classified Scrap Iron is a thing of beauty. There were some great reveals at the latest Star Wars Livestream, but I think I gotta give it to the Revenge of Jedi Darth Vader. I’m glad to see the masses will be getting access to an amazing Snake Horde Trooper. However, nothing can touch the Cybertronian Jazz I have been waiting almost 4 decades for. 3:15:05 Livestream, Fanstream, Fan First, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/02/04/open-your-toys-cast-episode-260-progress-ive-made-some/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-260.mp3 Shopping is one thing I haven’t been doing. However, I have been adding things to my JOMO (Joy Of Missing Out) list like crazy. Including a bunch of canceled pre-orders, I have over 60 toys on there right now. We’ll see if I still want them in a year. Some things I can’t wait to get to buy from this show are as follows. What looks to be a Target Collectors’ Con exclusive, the Python Patrol Crimson Guard is beautiful. I can’t believe I have to wait a year to play with the new Legacy Tarn. I guess I’ll have to settle for my MMC version. Luckily, I had everyone I wanted from the latest wave of Black Series on pre-order. I can’t wait for that Bill Barr, I mean Bill Burr figure. The thing I have the most JOMO about is the Mega Construx Snake Mountain. It’s already down $80 from the list price. If it gets to $200, I might get FOMO instead of JOMO. Podcasts Sun, 30 Jan 2023 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Shopping is one thing I haven’t been doing. However, I have been adding things to my JOMO (Joy Of Missing Out) list like crazy. Including a bunch of canceled pre-orders, I have over 60 toys on there right now. We’ll see if I still want them in a year. Some things I can’t wait to get to buy from this show are as follows. What looks to be a Target Collectors’ Con exclusive, the Python Patrol Crimson Guard is beautiful. I can’t believe I have to wait a year to play with the new Legacy Tarn. I guess I’ll have to settle for my MMC version. Luckily, I had everyone I wanted from the latest wave of Black Series on pre-order. I can’t wait for that Bill Barr, I mean Bill Burr figure. The thing I have the most JOMO about is the Mega Construx Snake Mountain. It’s already down $80 from the list price. If it gets to $200, I might get FOMO instead of JOMO. Shopping is one thing I haven’t been doing. However, I have been adding things to my JOMO (Joy Of Missing Out) list like crazy. Including a bunch of canceled pre-orders, I have over 60 toys on there right now. We’ll see if I still want them in a year. Some things I can’t wait to get to buy from this show are as follows. What looks to be a Target Collectors’ Con exclusive, the Python Patrol Crimson Guard is beautiful. I can’t believe I have to wait a year to play with the new Legacy Tarn. I guess I’ll have to settle for my MMC version. Luckily, I had everyone I wanted from the latest wave of Black Series on pre-order. I can’t wait for that Bill Barr, I mean Bill Burr figure. The thing I have the most JOMO about is the Mega Construx Snake Mountain. It’s already down $80 from the list price. If it gets to $200, I might get FOMO instead of JOMO. 2:54:01 Fanstream, Fan First, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/01/22/open-your-toys-cast-episode-259-regrets-ive-had-a-few/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-259.mp3 Here are my most important reveals from this show. For Transformers, the Furai Soundwave. While I cherry-pick ReAction, who doesn’t want Duke with a lightsaber or Snake Eyes with a trident? No Star Wars toy news this time, but I’m loving these Bad batch posters. Finally, Frog Monger sparked our JOMO (Joy of Missing Out) conversation. That still didn’t keep me from ordering three. Podcasts Sun, 15 Jan 2023 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Here are my most important reveals from this show. For Transformers, the Furai Soundwave. While I cherry-pick ReAction, who doesn’t want Duke with a lightsaber or Snake Eyes with a trident? No Star Wars toy news this time, but I’m loving these Bad batch posters. Finally, Frog Monger sparked our JOMO (Joy of Missing Out) conversation. That still didn’t keep me from ordering three. Here are my most important reveals from this show. For Transformers, the Furai Soundwave. While I cherry-pick ReAction, who doesn’t want Duke with a lightsaber or Snake Eyes with a trident? No Star Wars toy news this time, but I’m loving these Bad batch posters. Finally, Frog Monger sparked our JOMO (Joy of Missing Out) conversation. That still didn’t keep me from ordering three. 2:13:30 NJCC, Rise of the Beasts, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2023/01/11/open-your-toys-cast-episode-258-all-work-and-no-play/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-258.mp3 No time for diatribes today. Podcasts Sun, 1 Jan 2023 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes No time for diatribes today. No time for diatribes today. 3:04:41 Rise of the Beasts, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2023 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/12/29/open-your-toys-cast-episode-257-snow-day/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-257.mp3 Depending on how you view it, collectors should be feeling like they’re on top of the world. Have you seen the Classified Checklist? Did you see that over 15,000 people want an obscure Japanese cartoon character? Who wants tiny little stuff like 1:100 scale Star Wars brought back from the ’90s? I do! I can’t even keep up with all of the new Origins and Masterverse, but that’s just Two Bad. Podcasts Sat, 17 Dec 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Depending on how you view it, collectors should be feeling like they’re on top of the world. Have you seen the Classified Checklist? Did you see that over 15,000 people want an obscure Japanese cartoon character? Who wants tiny little stuff like 1:100 scale Star Wars brought back from the ’90s? I do! I can’t even keep up with all of the new Origins and Masterverse, but that’s just Two Bad. Depending on how you view it, collectors should be feeling like they’re on top of the world. Have you seen the Classified Checklist? Did you see that over 15,000 people want an obscure Japanese cartoon character? Who wants tiny little stuff like 1:100 scale Star Wars brought back from the ’90s? I do! I can’t even keep up with all of the new Origins and Masterverse, but that’s just Two Bad. 2:57:55 Rise of the Beasts, holidays, Christmas, HasLab, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/12/16/open-your-toys-cast-episode-256-procrastination-part-2/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-256.mp3 A lot of people aren’t the biggest fans of these carded Black Series figures. But, I love them, including the next wave of ROTJ figs. At least they give people another chance at some figures they may have missed. If you were like me, you missed the Origins Camo Khan. Let’s hope we get another shot and that great international variant. People had plenty of chances to vote for the Cobra Tacticition. I voted like 5 times. Glad to see my choice won. Finally, we didn’t think it would happen, but the Death(a)saurus killed it. Not only passing the funding goal, but selling 50% more units in just 14 days. Podcasts Sat, 3 Dec 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes A lot of people aren’t the biggest fans of these carded Black Series figures. But, I love them, including the next wave of ROTJ figs. At least they give people another chance at some figures they may have missed. If you were like me, you missed the Origins Camo Khan. Let’s hope we get another shot and that great international variant. People had plenty of chances to vote for the Cobra Tacticition. I voted like 5 times. Glad to see my choice won. Finally, we didn’t think it would happen, but the Death(a)saurus killed it. Not only passing the funding goal, but selling 50% more units in just 14 days. A lot of people aren’t the biggest fans of these carded Black Series figures. But, I love them, including the next wave of ROTJ figs. At least they give people another chance at some figures they may have missed. If you were like me, you missed the Origins Camo Khan. Let’s hope we get another shot and that great international variant. People had plenty of chances to vote for the Cobra Tacticition. I voted like 5 times. Glad to see my choice won. Finally, we didn’t think it would happen, but the Death(a)saurus killed it. Not only passing the funding goal, but selling 50% more units in just 14 days. 2:18:34 Designer Con, HasLab, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/11/30/open-your-toys-cast-episode-255-winter-wonderland/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-255.mp3 We once again had some amazing stuff. However, not too much for the big four. Probably the most exciting was from Mondo. Their Panthro, uh, I mean Panthor is amazing. Also, listen just for our discussion on their Anti-Eternia He-Man. It’s a classic. Less amazing, but something I am really digging right now is the vintage carded Black Series figures. Gamorrean Guards are a focus 🙂 While most people probably don’t share my excitement for the relatively coming soon now Transformers movie, I look forward to seeing monstrosities like this Rise of the Beasts Standalone standee. In no news ain’t necessarily good news, Joe was not mentioned as one of the properties that Hasbro would be moving forward with in regard to movie projects. It may have just been an oversight, but when Play-Doh gets mentioned and you don’t, it’s not a good sign. Podcasts Sun, 20 Nov 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes We once again had some amazing stuff. However, not too much for the big four. Probably the most exciting was from Mondo. Their Panthro, uh, I mean Panthor is amazing. Also, listen just for our discussion on their Anti-Eternia He-Man. It’s a classic. Less amazing, but something I am really digging right now is the vintage carded Black Series figures. Gamorrean Guards are a focus 🙂 While most people probably don’t share my excitement for the relatively coming soon now Transformers movie, I look forward to seeing monstrosities like this Rise of the Beasts Standalone standee. In no news ain’t necessarily good news, Joe was not mentioned as one of the properties that Hasbro would be moving forward with in regard to movie projects. It may have just been an oversight, but when Play-Doh gets mentioned and you don’t, it’s not a good sign. We once again had some amazing stuff. However, not too much for the big four. Probably the most exciting was from Mondo. Their Panthro, uh, I mean Panthor is amazing. Also, listen just for our discussion on their Anti-Eternia He-Man. It’s a classic. Less amazing, but something I am really digging right now is the vintage carded Black Series figures. Gamorrean Guards are a focus 🙂 While most people probably don’t share my excitement for the relatively coming soon now Transformers movie, I look forward to seeing monstrosities like this Rise of the Beasts Standalone standee. In no news ain’t necessarily good news, Joe was not mentioned as one of the properties that Hasbro would be moving forward with in regard to movie projects. It may have just been an oversight, but when Play-Doh gets mentioned and you don’t, it’s not a good sign. 2:55:35 Warehouse Finds, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/11/13/open-your-toys-cast-episode-254-rejection/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-254.mp3 I don’t think Mondo has faced much rejection in it’s storied history. Everything they do from posters, to wax, to what is possibly the best Battle Cat ever made seems to sell out. Well, except for their puzzles and tikis. Beyond product drops, I think the most immediate response you can garner is after a con. While at the con, people are all excited, but let the dust settle and you get some real reactions. Even after a second look, Star Wars killed it at MCM. While the announcements were light for Joe, Femtroopers and Shadow Tracker were crowd pleasers. I love Christmas and I love Optimus Prime, but who is buying a candy cane Prime, even if it is a new mold? Rejected! Podcasts Sun, 6 Nov 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I don’t think Mondo has faced much rejection in it’s storied history. Everything they do from posters, to wax, to what is possibly the best Battle Cat ever made seems to sell out. Well, except for their puzzles and tikis. Beyond product drops, I think the most immediate response you can garner is after a con. While at the con, people are all excited, but let the dust settle and you get some real reactions. Even after a second look, Star Wars killed it at MCM. While the announcements were light for Joe, Femtroopers and Shadow Tracker were crowd pleasers. I love Christmas and I love Optimus Prime, but who is buying a candy cane Prime, even if it is a new mold? Rejected! I don’t think Mondo has faced much rejection in it’s storied history. Everything they do from posters, to wax, to what is possibly the best Battle Cat ever made seems to sell out. Well, except for their puzzles and tikis. Beyond product drops, I think the most immediate response you can garner is after a con. While at the con, people are all excited, but let the dust settle and you get some real reactions. Even after a second look, Star Wars killed it at MCM. While the announcements were light for Joe, Femtroopers and Shadow Tracker were crowd pleasers. I love Christmas and I love Optimus Prime, but who is buying a candy cane Prime, even if it is a new mold? Rejected! 2:09:12 MCM London, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/11/06/open-your-toys-cast-episode-253-busy-busy-busy/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-253.mp3 It’s been a helluva 2 weeks. Podcasts Sun, 23 Oct 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes It’s been a helluva 2 weeks. It’s been a helluva 2 weeks. 2:56:48 1027, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/10/01/open-your-toys-cast-episode-252-investments/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-252.mp3 Instead of my four favorite things from the show, I’m going to speculate on what will be worth the most money in 5 years. If it makes it all the way, the 31-inch Agora Model Prime is going to be worth a ton. However, it’s going to cost a ton too. Maybe we should be looking at increase in value. Since I wholeheartedly believe Pops won’t be worth much in the coming years, the Gamestop Exclusive G.I. Joe box will most likely lose the most value. I don’t have a lot of experience with multi-language packaging like BigBadToyStore is getting a ton of as I tend to avoid it, but I assume it probably lowers the value. What probably will top them all is the Black Series Droids Boba Fett. Podcasts Sun, 25 Sep 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Instead of my four favorite things from the show, I’m going to speculate on what will be worth the most money in 5 years. If it makes it all the way, the 31-inch Agora Model Prime is going to be worth a ton. However, it’s going to cost a ton too. Maybe we should be looking at increase in value. Since I wholeheartedly believe Pops won’t be worth much in the coming years, the Gamestop Exclusive G.I. Joe box will most likely lose the most value. I don’t have a lot of experience with multi-language packaging like BigBadToyStore is getting a ton of as I tend to avoid it, but I assume it probably lowers the value. What probably will top them all is the Black Series Droids Boba Fett. Instead of my four favorite things from the show, I’m going to speculate on what will be worth the most money in 5 years. If it makes it all the way, the 31-inch Agora Model Prime is going to be worth a ton. However, it’s going to cost a ton too. Maybe we should be looking at increase in value. Since I wholeheartedly believe Pops won’t be worth much in the coming years, the Gamestop Exclusive G.I. Joe box will most likely lose the most value. I don’t have a lot of experience with multi-language packaging like BigBadToyStore is getting a ton of as I tend to avoid it, but I assume it probably lowers the value. What probably will top them all is the Black Series Droids Boba Fett. 3:02:05 Pulsecon, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/09/15/open-your-toys-cast-episode-251-customer-service/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-251.mp3 Luckily with toys, we primarily worry about fan service. Man, this time around I think we got some great service. The G1 Jetfire Deco Valkyrie from Kitz Concept is amazing, if not pricey. Any toy based on McQuarrie concepts is going to be a favorite with me. Same thing with MOTU mini-comic homages, especially those of one of my favorite characters. I can’t think of better fan service than farming out your license so fans get even more product. Are you in on the HIYA Exquisite Mini Joes? Podcasts Sun, 11 Sep 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Luckily with toys, we primarily worry about fan service. Man, this time around I think we got some great service. The G1 Jetfire Deco Valkyrie from Kitz Concept is amazing, if not pricey. Any toy based on McQuarrie concepts is going to be a favorite with me. Same thing with MOTU mini-comic homages, especially those of one of my favorite characters. I can’t think of better fan service than farming out your license so fans get even more product. Are you in on the HIYA Exquisite Mini Joes? Luckily with toys, we primarily worry about fan service. Man, this time around I think we got some great service. The G1 Jetfire Deco Valkyrie from Kitz Concept is amazing, if not pricey. Any toy based on McQuarrie concepts is going to be a favorite with me. Same thing with MOTU mini-comic homages, especially those of one of my favorite characters. I can’t think of better fan service than farming out your license so fans get even more product. Are you in on the HIYA Exquisite Mini Joes? 3:07:59 Pulsecon, Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/09/03/open-your-toys-cast-episode-250-its-kinda-a-big-deal/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-250.mp3 How could I cut a whole line when they keep rockin’ stuff like we saw this week? Upon further review, there really wasn’t anything that amazing this time. And yet we still managed to talk for over 2 hours. Maybe it was because we had the triumphant return, for at least one episode, of past host and resident curmudgeon, the one and only, Lotus Stark. It was so great to have him back on. It truly felt like a full house. Podcasts Sun, 28 Aug 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes How could I cut a whole line when they keep rockin’ stuff like we saw this week? Upon further review, there really wasn’t anything that amazing this time. And yet we still managed to talk for over 2 hours. Maybe it was because we had the triumphant return, for at least one episode, of past host and resident curmudgeon, the one and only, Lotus Stark. It was so great to have him back on. It truly felt like a full house. How could I cut a whole line when they keep rockin’ stuff like we saw this week? Upon further review, there really wasn’t anything that amazing this time. And yet we still managed to talk for over 2 hours. Maybe it was because we had the triumphant return, for at least one episode, of past host and resident curmudgeon, the one and only, Lotus Stark. It was so great to have him back on. It truly felt like a full house. 2:17:45 Hasbro, Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/08/21/open-your-toys-cast-episode-249-everything-old-is-new-again/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-249.mp3 While not necessarily retro, with a trip to the happiest place on earth on the books, the new 4-pack DroidFactory exclusive has 3 of my favorite Halloween-themed droids. And if Halloween isn’t nostalgic for you, I think you did it wrong. Think they’re not targeting us, the Classified Checklist from the last 3 years says differently. I always preferred some articulation in my retro, but the MOTU Little People are still killing it. Lastly, Micro Machines are back and now finally in G1-style with a Prime Playset. Podcasts Sun, 14 Aug 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes While not necessarily retro, with a trip to the happiest place on earth on the books, the new 4-pack DroidFactory exclusive has 3 of my favorite Halloween-themed droids. And if Halloween isn’t nostalgic for you, I think you did it wrong. Think they’re not targeting us, the Classified Checklist from the last 3 years says differently. I always preferred some articulation in my retro, but the MOTU Little People are still killing it. Lastly, Micro Machines are back and now finally in G1-style with a Prime Playset. While not necessarily retro, with a trip to the happiest place on earth on the books, the new 4-pack DroidFactory exclusive has 3 of my favorite Halloween-themed droids. And if Halloween isn’t nostalgic for you, I think you did it wrong. Think they’re not targeting us, the Classified Checklist from the last 3 years says differently. I always preferred some articulation in my retro, but the MOTU Little People are still killing it. Lastly, Micro Machines are back and now finally in G1-style with a Prime Playset. 3:01:25 Retro, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/08/12/open-your-toys-cast-episode-248-sdcc-2022/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-248.mp3 Pretty easy picks this year for top reveals. I always love me an origins story. Gotta get another Pax, but a good Alpha has been a long time coming. I think it’s safe to say Classified Serpentor stole the show. Well, maybe not if you’re a MOTU fan. That Eternia, am I right? Star Wars was a little lack-luster, but I’ll take another Credit Collection wave. Podcasts Sun, 31 Jul 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Pretty easy picks this year for top reveals. I always love me an origins story. Gotta get another Pax, but a good Alpha has been a long time coming. I think it’s safe to say Classified Serpentor stole the show. Well, maybe not if you’re a MOTU fan. That Eternia, am I right? Star Wars was a little lack-luster, but I’ll take another Credit Collection wave. Pretty easy picks this year for top reveals. I always love me an origins story. Gotta get another Pax, but a good Alpha has been a long time coming. I think it’s safe to say Classified Serpentor stole the show. Well, maybe not if you’re a MOTU fan. That Eternia, am I right? Star Wars was a little lack-luster, but I’ll take another Credit Collection wave. 2:07:27 SDCC, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/07/23/open-your-toys-cast-episode-247-so-much-fun/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-247.mp3 Glad I don’t want to order too many of Super7’s Joe exclusives, but their ReAction set with Snake Eyes and Shipwreck in Cobra disguise and Cobra bot is amazing. Much less amazing was the TFCon 3rd Party Panel. I was all excited because I thought a Planet-X Snarl was something I needed, turns out it was Fansproject I’m missing. The MEGA Snake Mountain is a hot item, but I’m glad I waited on it. While Star Wars had a lot of great reveals, none were more exciting than me as a Black Series Stormtrooper. Podcasts Sun, 17 Jul 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Glad I don’t want to order too many of Super7’s Joe exclusives, but their ReAction set with Snake Eyes and Shipwreck in Cobra disguise and Cobra bot is amazing. Much less amazing was the TFCon 3rd Party Panel. I was all excited because I thought a Planet-X Snarl was something I needed, turns out it was Fansproject I’m missing. The MEGA Snake Mountain is a hot item, but I’m glad I waited on it. While Star Wars had a lot of great reveals, none were more exciting than me as a Black Series Stormtrooper. Glad I don’t want to order too many of Super7’s Joe exclusives, but their ReAction set with Snake Eyes and Shipwreck in Cobra disguise and Cobra bot is amazing. Much less amazing was the TFCon 3rd Party Panel. I was all excited because I thought a Planet-X Snarl was something I needed, turns out it was Fansproject I’m missing. The MEGA Snake Mountain is a hot item, but I’m glad I waited on it. While Star Wars had a lot of great reveals, none were more exciting than me as a Black Series Stormtrooper. 3:11:21 HasLab, HISS, SDCC, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/07/14/open-your-toys-cast-episode-246-crunch-time/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-246.mp3 These toy companies have been busy to varying degrees of success. The HasLab HISS killed it! Now bring on more stretch goals. I cannot wait to see the new Star Wars Micro Galaxy in stores. Especially the Troop Transport. However, the “new” Transformers Crossovers have a lot to be desired. Mattel tried to pull a fast one by putting the new Mega Construx or now just MEGA Snake Mountain on Mattel Creations. Not only is the going to be a mass release, but the Creations orders are still just pre-orders. Podcasts Sun, 3 Jul 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes These toy companies have been busy to varying degrees of success. The HasLab HISS killed it! Now bring on more stretch goals. I cannot wait to see the new Star Wars Micro Galaxy in stores. Especially the Troop Transport. However, the “new” Transformers Crossovers have a lot to be desired. Mattel tried to pull a fast one by putting the new Mega Construx or now just MEGA Snake Mountain on Mattel Creations. Not only is the going to be a mass release, but the Creations orders are still just pre-orders. These toy companies have been busy to varying degrees of success. The HasLab HISS killed it! Now bring on more stretch goals. I cannot wait to see the new Star Wars Micro Galaxy in stores. Especially the Troop Transport. However, the “new” Transformers Crossovers have a lot to be desired. Mattel tried to pull a fast one by putting the new Mega Construx or now just MEGA Snake Mountain on Mattel Creations. Not only is the going to be a mass release, but the Creations orders are still just pre-orders. 3:03:03 HasLab, HISS, Yo Joe June, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/06/22/open-your-toys-cast-episode-245-sometime-you-feel-like-a-nut/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-245.mp3 I have been so lazy the last few days. Not really feeling doing the whole writing thing. I need to catch up on real life. Podcasts Sun, 19 Jun 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I have been so lazy the last few days. Not really feeling doing the whole writing thing. I need to catch up on real life. I have been so lazy the last few days. Not really feeling doing the whole writing thing. I need to catch up on real life. 2:16:04 Obi Wednesday, Yo Joe June, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/06/08/open-your-toys-cast-episode-244-hello-my-name-is/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-244.mp3 I am still a sucker for repaints, but I have grown to really love drastically different designs of a character. No longer does a chromed Stormtrooper matter, but a concept design-based reimaging of characters like the Black Series Concept Obi and Vader, a yes, please. No thank you to black Primes, but hell yes to a minor retool to homage a vintage character like Ransack. Even new characters like Kol Darr, do not hold as much sway compared to getting 200x designs in Origins. So maybe it is more connection and its derivatives more than anything. Not worried about the Classified Rock n’ Roll, probably won’t get him either way. However, when it comes to Shipwreck, I want him to look like he walked right out of the cartoon. Podcasts Sun, 5 Jun 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I am still a sucker for repaints, but I have grown to really love drastically different designs of a character. No longer does a chromed Stormtrooper matter, but a concept design-based reimaging of characters like the Black Series Concept Obi and Vader, a yes, please. No thank you to black Primes, but hell yes to a minor retool to homage a vintage character like Ransack. Even new characters like Kol Darr, do not hold as much sway compared to getting 200x designs in Origins. So maybe it is more connection and its derivatives more than anything. Not worried about the Classified Rock n’ Roll, probably won’t get him either way. However, when it comes to Shipwreck, I want him to look like he walked right out of the cartoon. I am still a sucker for repaints, but I have grown to really love drastically different designs of a character. No longer does a chromed Stormtrooper matter, but a concept design-based reimaging of characters like the Black Series Concept Obi and Vader, a yes, please. No thank you to black Primes, but hell yes to a minor retool to homage a vintage character like Ransack. Even new characters like Kol Darr, do not hold as much sway compared to getting 200x designs in Origins. So maybe it is more connection and its derivatives more than anything. Not worried about the Classified Rock n’ Roll, probably won’t get him either way. However, when it comes to Shipwreck, I want him to look like he walked right out of the cartoon. 3:08:39 Celebration, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/06/01/open-your-toys-cast-episode-243-genius-in-hindsight/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-243.mp3 In hindsight, what is truly amazing about the toys we talk about? Considering we talk about franchises that have lasted over 40 years, it could be said almost anything. However, we sure have a lot to bitch about, and for good reason. These should be better. So instead of featuring my favorite things from this show, let’s talk about the worst things from this show. The new “no plastic” packaging is the death of carded figure collecting. Ducks? We don’t need no stinkin’ ducks, especially Transformers ducks. I love plastic model kits and a $100 6-inch scale vehicle sounds amazing. That is until it has a ridiculous large Arashikage logo plastered on it for no reason. Since there is no Masters news as usual, we’ll pick on the 4 Horsemen. While the figures are amazing, who gives a 2-pack the name Furious Four? Podcasts Sun, 22 May 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes In hindsight, what is truly amazing about the toys we talk about? Considering we talk about franchises that have lasted over 40 years, it could be said almost anything. However, we sure have a lot to bitch about, and for good reason. These should be better. So instead of featuring my favorite things from this show, let’s talk about the worst things from this show. The new “no plastic” packaging is the death of carded figure collecting. Ducks? We don’t need no stinkin’ ducks, especially Transformers ducks. I love plastic model kits and a $100 6-inch scale vehicle sounds amazing. That is until it has a ridiculous large Arashikage logo plastered on it for no reason. Since there is no Masters news as usual, we’ll pick on the 4 Horsemen. While the figures are amazing, who gives a 2-pack the name Furious Four? In hindsight, what is truly amazing about the toys we talk about? Considering we talk about franchises that have lasted over 40 years, it could be said almost anything. However, we sure have a lot to bitch about, and for good reason. These should be better. So instead of featuring my favorite things from this show, let’s talk about the worst things from this show. The new “no plastic” packaging is the death of carded figure collecting. Ducks? We don’t need no stinkin’ ducks, especially Transformers ducks. I love plastic model kits and a $100 6-inch scale vehicle sounds amazing. That is until it has a ridiculous large Arashikage logo plastered on it for no reason. Since there is no Masters news as usual, we’ll pick on the 4 Horsemen. While the figures are amazing, who gives a 2-pack the name Furious Four? 2:58:26 SDCC, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/05/17/open-your-toys-cast-episode-242-thank-you-for-your-support/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-242.mp3 Lately, I’ve found myself supporting things I would not have in the past. As companies finally figure out that we will shoulder more cost we’re getting larger, more exclusive, and deeper cuts. Not to mention the proliferation of 3rd party non-Transformers projects. If you’re not careful you can “support” yourself into a corner. What about a third 3rd party Bantha? Or, a four-foot Metroplex? The latest Kickstarter ninjas could definitely use your support. Lastly, Hiya has my support for their 7″ Godzillas. Podcasts Sun, 8 May 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Lately, I’ve found myself supporting things I would not have in the past. As companies finally figure out that we will shoulder more cost we’re getting larger, more exclusive, and deeper cuts. Not to mention the proliferation of 3rd party non-Transformers projects. If you’re not careful you can “support” yourself into a corner. What about a third 3rd party Bantha? Or, a four-foot Metroplex? The latest Kickstarter ninjas could definitely use your support. Lastly, Hiya has my support for their 7″ Godzillas. Lately, I’ve found myself supporting things I would not have in the past. As companies finally figure out that we will shoulder more cost we’re getting larger, more exclusive, and deeper cuts. Not to mention the proliferation of 3rd party non-Transformers projects. If you’re not careful you can “support” yourself into a corner. What about a third 3rd party Bantha? Or, a four-foot Metroplex? The latest Kickstarter ninjas could definitely use your support. Lastly, Hiya has my support for their 7″ Godzillas. 2:58:37 Fan First, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/04/28/open-your-toys-cast-episode-241-everybody-is-doing-it/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-241.mp3 Third-Party definitely influenced Hasbro with those ankle rockers. During these Transformers Fan First events, they are constantly touting those things. What happens when a 3.75 vintage line influences a vintage-style 3.75 line? A whole lot of people that do not care about the new wave G.I. Joe ReAction figures. With the new Silverhawks Ultimates getting more obscure, they’re starting to lose a little luster. Finally, I try multiple times during the show to get people to buy discounted Star Wars Legos. Podcasts Sun, 24 Apr 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Third-Party definitely influenced Hasbro with those ankle rockers. During these Transformers Fan First events, they are constantly touting those things. What happens when a 3.75 vintage line influences a vintage-style 3.75 line? A whole lot of people that do not care about the new wave G.I. Joe ReAction figures. With the new Silverhawks Ultimates getting more obscure, they’re starting to lose a little luster. Finally, I try multiple times during the show to get people to buy discounted Star Wars Legos. Third-Party definitely influenced Hasbro with those ankle rockers. During these Transformers Fan First events, they are constantly touting those things. What happens when a 3.75 vintage line influences a vintage-style 3.75 line? A whole lot of people that do not care about the new wave G.I. Joe ReAction figures. With the new Silverhawks Ultimates getting more obscure, they’re starting to lose a little luster. Finally, I try multiple times during the show to get people to buy discounted Star Wars Legos. 2:25:43 Fan First, Third Party, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/04/16/open-your-toys-cast-episode-240-feedback/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-240.mp3 I think people were happy, for the most part, with the Fan First Star Wars event. Especially us, who love the EU and Disney’s new version of it. Something, that now in hindsight, might receive a little criticism is the Commander Class Motormaster that was leaked. Two things that received overwhelming praise and minimal feedback are Classified Dr. Mindbender and Mega Contrux Zombie He-Man. I think the only criticism we received live, was from opener-extraordinaire, AAA. He complained there was too much packaging. That was quickly categorized as opinion. Podcasts Sun, 10 Apr 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I think people were happy, for the most part, with the Fan First Star Wars event. Especially us, who love the EU and Disney’s new version of it. Something, that now in hindsight, might receive a little criticism is the Commander Class Motormaster that was leaked. Two things that received overwhelming praise and minimal feedback are Classified Dr. Mindbender and Mega Contrux Zombie He-Man. I think the only criticism we received live, was from opener-extraordinaire, AAA. He complained there was too much packaging. That was quickly categorized as opinion. I think people were happy, for the most part, with the Fan First Star Wars event. Especially us, who love the EU and Disney’s new version of it. Something, that now in hindsight, might receive a little criticism is the Commander Class Motormaster that was leaked. Two things that received overwhelming praise and minimal feedback are Classified Dr. Mindbender and Mega Contrux Zombie He-Man. I think the only criticism we received live, was from opener-extraordinaire, AAA. He complained there was too much packaging. That was quickly categorized as opinion. 3:06:13 Fan First, Mindbender, Classified, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/03/28/open-your-toys-cast-episode-239-double-double/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-239.mp3 I’ll tell you what will always put a smile on my face, the Horde. That’s what made the new MOTU reveals so exciting. I’m not a Bot Bot guy, but an Autobot symbol and a cat lady? Yes please. The new GameStop exclusive Republic Commando Fixer is truly a Gaming Great. See what I did there. The thing I think that made me the happiest, another wave of Joe Ultimates. While pricey, these things really make me smile. Podcasts Sun, 27 Mar 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I’ll tell you what will always put a smile on my face, the Horde. That’s what made the new MOTU reveals so exciting. I’m not a Bot Bot guy, but an Autobot symbol and a cat lady? Yes please. The new GameStop exclusive Republic Commando Fixer is truly a Gaming Great. See what I did there. The thing I think that made me the happiest, another wave of Joe Ultimates. While pricey, these things really make me smile. I’ll tell you what will always put a smile on my face, the Horde. That’s what made the new MOTU reveals so exciting. I’m not a Bot Bot guy, but an Autobot symbol and a cat lady? Yes please. The new GameStop exclusive Republic Commando Fixer is truly a Gaming Great. See what I did there. The thing I think that made me the happiest, another wave of Joe Ultimates. While pricey, these things really make me smile. 2:53:29 Haulathon, Collector Con, Walmart Classified,Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/03/28/open-your-toys-cast-discussion-value/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-Discussion-Value.mp3 What started off as a discussion on the soaring prices of toys turned out to be more of a referendum on value. What value to find in your toys? Are they investments, just for fun? Are you like me, it’s a hobby and I love them. If I or my family get some money for them in the future, great. Cliff drops his thoughts on why he canceled tons of his pre-orders. In the end, I frantically try to show what things cost ten years ago. Then I go on to demonstrate what a bad manager of money I am. Podcasts Sun, 20 Mar 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes What started off as a discussion on the soaring prices of toys turned out to be more of a referendum on value. What value to find in your toys? Are they investments, just for fun? Are you like me, it’s a hobby and I love them. If I or my family get some money for them in the future, great. Cliff drops his thoughts on why he canceled tons of his pre-orders. In the end, I frantically try to show what things cost ten years ago. Then I go on to demonstrate what a bad manager of money I am. What started off as a discussion on the soaring prices of toys turned out to be more of a referendum on value. What value to find in your toys? Are they investments, just for fun? Are you like me, it’s a hobby and I love them. If I or my family get some money for them in the future, great. Cliff drops his thoughts on why he canceled tons of his pre-orders. In the end, I frantically try to show what things cost ten years ago. Then I go on to demonstrate what a bad manager of money I am. 1:55:08 Pre-Orders, Cancelling, Canceling, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/03/14/open-your-toys-cast-episode-238-not-tonight/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-238.mp3 Really not feeling writing right now and this is something on my to-do list. Going to keep it simple. Peace. Podcasts Sun, 13 Mar 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Really not feeling writing right now and this is something on my to-do list. Going to keep it simple. Peace. Really not feeling writing right now and this is something on my to-do list. Going to keep it simple. Peace. 2:56:45 TFCon, Classified, Hiya, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/03/05/open-your-toys-cast-episode-237-whats-your-limit/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-237.mp3 That Joe 40th stream was amazing. Especially the digital reveals. The Insectitrain is one of my favorite Transformers concepts ever and we might get it in legends-scale. If you’re a fan of reissues, you can now get some minty assassins. The Saurozoic Warriors aren’t Masters, but I love them like they are. Podcasts Sun, 27 Feb 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes That Joe 40th stream was amazing. Especially the digital reveals. The Insectitrain is one of my favorite Transformers concepts ever and we might get it in legends-scale. If you’re a fan of reissues, you can now get some minty assassins. The Saurozoic Warriors aren’t Masters, but I love them like they are. That Joe 40th stream was amazing. Especially the digital reveals. The Insectitrain is one of my favorite Transformers concepts ever and we might get it in legends-scale. If you’re a fan of reissues, you can now get some minty assassins. The Saurozoic Warriors aren’t Masters, but I love them like they are. 2:49:33 40th Anniversary, Classified, Hiya, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/02/21/open-your-toys-cast-episode-236-a-sight-of-the-times/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-236.mp3 As it should be, the Fan First days continue to be the highlight of toy reveals nowadays. These replacements for Toy Fair and SDCC continue to produce at least one or two gems each time. For Transformers we got our first official looks at Leader Sludge and a new Junkion. For Star Wars, the Nightbrother was dope, but what was really interesting was their “Pipeline” reveals. With so much Twilek love in Book of Boba, I’m glad to see Aayla Secura finally coming to the Black Series. The big news Joe-wise was the tease of Hiya securing a license to make figures. It’s not 100% clear if they’ll be doing 1/18 and/or their new 1/12th scale, but excited to see what they come up with. Mattel got a little more woke with their latest wave of MOTU Origins. Not sure how I feel about what seems like such a forced effort, but I applaud any effort that combats centuries of unenlightened thinking. Podcasts Sun, 13 Feb 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes As it should be, the Fan First days continue to be the highlight of toy reveals nowadays. These replacements for Toy Fair and SDCC continue to produce at least one or two gems each time. For Transformers we got our first official looks at Leader Sludge and a new Junkion. For Star Wars, the Nightbrother was dope, but what was really interesting was their “Pipeline” reveals. With so much Twilek love in Book of Boba, I’m glad to see Aayla Secura finally coming to the Black Series. The big news Joe-wise was the tease of Hiya securing a license to make figures. It’s not 100% clear if they’ll be doing 1/18 and/or their new 1/12th scale, but excited to see what they come up with. Mattel got a little more woke with their latest wave of MOTU Origins. Not sure how I feel about what seems like such a forced effort, but I applaud any effort that combats centuries of unenlightened thinking. As it should be, the Fan First days continue to be the highlight of toy reveals nowadays. These replacements for Toy Fair and SDCC continue to produce at least one or two gems each time. For Transformers we got our first official looks at Leader Sludge and a new Junkion. For Star Wars, the Nightbrother was dope, but what was really interesting was their “Pipeline” reveals. With so much Twilek love in Book of Boba, I’m glad to see Aayla Secura finally coming to the Black Series. The big news Joe-wise was the tease of Hiya securing a license to make figures. It’s not 100% clear if they’ll be doing 1/18 and/or their new 1/12th scale, but excited to see what they come up with. Mattel got a little more woke with their latest wave of MOTU Origins. Not sure how I feel about what seems like such a forced effort, but I applaud any effort that combats centuries of unenlightened thinking. 3:07:45 Fan First, Classified, Hiya, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/02/10/open-your-toys-cast-episode-235-another-long-one/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-235.mp3 The Joe Fan First thing was pretty great. Lotsa repacks, but hey at least they’re “vintage packaging” 🙁 Since there is hardly any MOTU news nowadays, let’s go with these amazing Thundercat villain statues. Always advocating for MFT, I’m loving their Trailbreaker. Then to end on a down note, we’re in for another round of price increases. Star Wars is taking full advantage of this in the form of hundreds of Mandalorians. Podcasts Sun, 30 Jan 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes The Joe Fan First thing was pretty great. Lotsa repacks, but hey at least they’re “vintage packaging” 🙁 Since there is hardly any MOTU news nowadays, let’s go with these amazing Thundercat villain statues. Always advocating for MFT, I’m loving their Trailbreaker. Then to end on a down note, we’re in for another round of price increases. Star Wars is taking full advantage of this in the form of hundreds of Mandalorians. The Joe Fan First thing was pretty great. Lotsa repacks, but hey at least they’re “vintage packaging” 🙁 Since there is hardly any MOTU news nowadays, let’s go with these amazing Thundercat villain statues. Always advocating for MFT, I’m loving their Trailbreaker. Then to end on a down note, we’re in for another round of price increases. Star Wars is taking full advantage of this in the form of hundreds of Mandalorians. 3:02:43 Fan First, Classified, Thundercats, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/01/12/open-your-toys-cast-episode-234-this-is-the-end-beautiful-friend/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-234.mp3 After our shortest show in years follows one of the longest. For good reason. We cover the new 1099 rule that has gone into effect starting at the beginning of this year. Any Goods and Services transactions on payment platforms (PayPal, Venmo, etc.) totaling more than $600 will be reported to the IRS and you will have to claim it as income. Since almost all the major marketplaces (eBay, Mercari, etc.) use these platforms, the profitability of toy selling is going to take a nosedive. For the casual collector, this might be a good thing. It will hopefully mean less scalping. The margins using eBay and fee-based services had to have been razor-thin to begin with. Now they’re going to have to pay anywhere from 15-30% more on top of those fees, not to mention additional payment service fees. Podcasts Sun, 9 Jan 2022 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes After our shortest show in years follows one of the longest. For good reason. We cover the new 1099 rule that has gone into effect starting at the beginning of this year. Any Goods and Services transactions on payment platforms (PayPal, Venmo, etc.) totaling more than $600 will be reported to the IRS and you will have to claim it as income. Since almost all the major marketplaces (eBay, Mercari, etc.) use these platforms, the profitability of toy selling is going to take a nosedive. For the casual collector, this might be a good thing. It will hopefully mean less scalping. The margins using eBay and fee-based services had to have been razor-thin to begin with. Now they’re going to have to pay anywhere from 15-30% more on top of those fees, not to mention additional payment service fees. After our shortest show in years follows one of the longest. For good reason. We cover the new 1099 rule that has gone into effect starting at the beginning of this year. Any Goods and Services transactions on payment platforms (PayPal, Venmo, etc.) totaling more than $600 will be reported to the IRS and you will have to claim it as income. Since almost all the major marketplaces (eBay, Mercari, etc.) use these platforms, the profitability of toy selling is going to take a nosedive. For the casual collector, this might be a good thing. It will hopefully mean less scalping. The margins using eBay and fee-based services had to have been razor-thin to begin with. Now they’re going to have to pay anywhere from 15-30% more on top of those fees, not to mention additional payment service fees. 3:05:04 1099, Classified, MOTU, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2022 https://openyourtoys.com/2022/01/04/open-your-toys-cast-episode-233-the-definition-of-insanity/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-233.mp3 What’s really insane is the deep cuts we’re getting. I love this stuff and I think that’s what really gets me in trouble. The Super7 ReAction radiated Snake Eyes from the M.A.S.S. Device mini-series is amazing. The new Gaming Greats Arc Troopers? Not only have Arc Troopers never appeared in any movies but then to get three of them from one game in two different scales? Probably one of my biggest deep cuts literally, not only for size but considering you only see them in one episode of Transformers for seconds are the Guardian Robots. It looks like we’ll be getting a new one. Not necessarily a deep cut but something that makes you realize what a niche we have created for ourselves is the new Amazon exclusive t-shirt club for Revelations, not just a shirt but a monthly delivery of shirts from an obscure media exclusive to a streaming platform that even die-hards are on the fence about. Podcasts Sun, 26 Dec 2021 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes What’s really insane is the deep cuts we’re getting. I love this stuff and I think that’s what really gets me in trouble. The Super7 ReAction radiated Snake Eyes from the M.A.S.S. Device mini-series is amazing. The new Gaming Greats Arc Troopers? Not only have Arc Troopers never appeared in any movies but then to get three of them from one game in two different scales? Probably one of my biggest deep cuts literally, not only for size but considering you only see them in one episode of Transformers for seconds are the Guardian Robots. It looks like we’ll be getting a new one. Not necessarily a deep cut but something that makes you realize what a niche we have created for ourselves is the new Amazon exclusive t-shirt club for Revelations, not just a shirt but a monthly delivery of shirts from an obscure media exclusive to a streaming platform that even die-hards are on the fence about. What’s really insane is the deep cuts we’re getting. I love this stuff and I think that’s what really gets me in trouble. The Super7 ReAction radiated Snake Eyes from the M.A.S.S. Device mini-series is amazing. The new Gaming Greats Arc Troopers? Not only have Arc Troopers never appeared in any movies but then to get three of them from one game in two different scales? Probably one of my biggest deep cuts literally, not only for size but considering you only see them in one episode of Transformers for seconds are the Guardian Robots. It looks like we’ll be getting a new one. Not necessarily a deep cut but something that makes you realize what a niche we have created for ourselves is the new Amazon exclusive t-shirt club for Revelations, not just a shirt but a monthly delivery of shirts from an obscure media exclusive to a streaming platform that even die-hards are on the fence about. 1:50:01 TFCon, ReAction, MOTU, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2021 https://openyourtoys.com/2021/12/12/open-your-toys-cast-episode-232-not-feeling-the-joy/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-232.mp3 Some of us spent a lot of money on HasLab projects, but not as much as we could have. So the most I’ve ever spent on a toy was Unicron. And while it brings me tremendous joy I am literally afraid to transform it. The biggest story I think was the Rancor failing, not miserably, but it was pretty bad. Even the last-minute addition of the Rancor Keeper couldn’t save it. I think $350 was just too much. I was on the fence about Victory Saber, just not really my Transformers. However, after unlocking everything, $180 seemed like a good value. Now we get to see a sampling of the parts that will go into him. Just a day after the Rancor failed, the Sky Striker looked destined to meet the same fate. Similar to the Rancor Keeper, an added Cobra 3-Pack and a pretty cool marketing ploy didn’t seem like it was going to pull it off. Whether it was speculators moving their money from the Rancor or FOMO once it looked like it was going to make it. It came close to unlocking every stretch goal by almost doubling the number sold in just one day. In addition to all that, you get to see me buy a toy during the show and almost immediately regret not buying two. Podcasts Sun, 5 Dec 2021 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Some of us spent a lot of money on HasLab projects, but not as much as we could have. So the most I’ve ever spent on a toy was Unicron. And while it brings me tremendous joy I am literally afraid to transform it. The biggest story I think was the Rancor failing, not miserably, but it was pretty bad. Even the last-minute addition of the Rancor Keeper couldn’t save it. I think $350 was just too much. I was on the fence about Victory Saber, just not really my Transformers. However, after unlocking everything, $180 seemed like a good value. Now we get to see a sampling of the parts that will go into him. Just a day after the Rancor failed, the Sky Striker looked destined to meet the same fate. Similar to the Rancor Keeper, an added Cobra 3-Pack and a pretty cool marketing ploy didn’t seem like it was going to pull it off. Whether it was speculators moving their money from the Rancor or FOMO once it looked like it was going to make it. It came close to unlocking every stretch goal by almost doubling the number sold in just one day. In addition to all that, you get to see me buy a toy during the show and almost immediately regret not buying two. Some of us spent a lot of money on HasLab projects, but not as much as we could have. So the most I’ve ever spent on a toy was Unicron. And while it brings me tremendous joy I am literally afraid to transform it. The biggest story I think was the Rancor failing, not miserably, but it was pretty bad. Even the last-minute addition of the Rancor Keeper couldn’t save it. I think $350 was just too much. I was on the fence about Victory Saber, just not really my Transformers. However, after unlocking everything, $180 seemed like a good value. Now we get to see a sampling of the parts that will go into him. Just a day after the Rancor failed, the Sky Striker looked destined to meet the same fate. Similar to the Rancor Keeper, an added Cobra 3-Pack and a pretty cool marketing ploy didn’t seem like it was going to pull it off. Whether it was speculators moving their money from the Rancor or FOMO once it looked like it was going to make it. It came close to unlocking every stretch goal by almost doubling the number sold in just one day. In addition to all that, you get to see me buy a toy during the show and almost immediately regret not buying two. 2:13:26 HasLab, Rancor, Sky Striker, MOTU, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2021 https://openyourtoys.com/2021/11/22/open-your-toys-cast-episode-231-the-boys-are-back-in-town/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-231.mp3 While it was amazing to talk to my guys, it wasn’t without its controversies. I personally loved the adidas Transformers crossovers, but nobody else did. No MOTU news, but about as close as it gets is the Party Wagon from Super7. It even gets compared to Snake Mountain. The only thing Joe this time around was some grab bag comic news, but we could agree on if this was a good thing or not, or if we even cared. The one thing that we all agreed on is the HasLab Rancor is going to fail. Podcasts Sun, 21 Nov 2021 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes While it was amazing to talk to my guys, it wasn’t without its controversies. I personally loved the adidas Transformers crossovers, but nobody else did. No MOTU news, but about as close as it gets is the Party Wagon from Super7. It even gets compared to Snake Mountain. The only thing Joe this time around was some grab bag comic news, but we could agree on if this was a good thing or not, or if we even cared. The one thing that we all agreed on is the HasLab Rancor is going to fail. While it was amazing to talk to my guys, it wasn’t without its controversies. I personally loved the adidas Transformers crossovers, but nobody else did. No MOTU news, but about as close as it gets is the Party Wagon from Super7. It even gets compared to Snake Mountain. The only thing Joe this time around was some grab bag comic news, but we could agree on if this was a good thing or not, or if we even cared. The one thing that we all agreed on is the HasLab Rancor is going to fail. 2:40:27 Party Wagon, Mythic Legions, MOTU, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2021 https://openyourtoys.com/2021/11/17/open-your-toys-cast-episode-230-its-that-time-of-year/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-230.mp3 I think it’s time to be thankful for 3rd Parties (i.e. non-big 4 companies) as we continue to get amazing stuff from these smaller guys. Especially the Marauder complimented Roboskull Kickstarter. This campaign unlocked some amazing stretch goals. Even though I’m not usually into throwback 5.5 stuff, the new Lords of Power line definitely caught my attention. While not a direct connection to Star Wars, I think we’re lucky to be getting a second wave of Silverhawks so fast. Even if includes a $40 chair. Finally, just some good ole’ fashion Transformers 3rd Party goodness. Always love me some G2 Bruticus action. Podcasts Sun, 7 Nov 2021 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I think it’s time to be thankful for 3rd Parties (i.e. non-big 4 companies) as we continue to get amazing stuff from these smaller guys. Especially the Marauder complimented Roboskull Kickstarter. This campaign unlocked some amazing stretch goals. Even though I’m not usually into throwback 5.5 stuff, the new Lords of Power line definitely caught my attention. While not a direct connection to Star Wars, I think we’re lucky to be getting a second wave of Silverhawks so fast. Even if includes a $40 chair. Finally, just some good ole’ fashion Transformers 3rd Party goodness. Always love me some G2 Bruticus action. I think it’s time to be thankful for 3rd Parties (i.e. non-big 4 companies) as we continue to get amazing stuff from these smaller guys. Especially the Marauder complimented Roboskull Kickstarter. This campaign unlocked some amazing stretch goals. Even though I’m not usually into throwback 5.5 stuff, the new Lords of Power line definitely caught my attention. While not a direct connection to Star Wars, I think we’re lucky to be getting a second wave of Silverhawks so fast. Even if includes a $40 chair. Finally, just some good ole’ fashion Transformers 3rd Party goodness. Always love me some G2 Bruticus action. 2:24:46 Roboskull, 1027, MOTU, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2021 https://openyourtoys.com/2021/11/03/open-your-toys-cast-episode-229-put-up-or-shut-up/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-229.mp3 How about the Pulse Con, huh? Crazy good stuff from my POV. Love the Kickback, Justified in Boba armor, and especially Croc Master. In addition to that rush, MOTU finally had something that makes me super-happy. Podcasts Sun, 24 Oct 2021 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes How about the Pulse Con, huh? Crazy good stuff from my POV. Love the Kickback, Justified in Boba armor, and especially Croc Master. In addition to that rush, MOTU finally had something that makes me super-happy. How about the Pulse Con, huh? Crazy good stuff from my POV. Love the Kickback, Justified in Boba armor, and especially Croc Master. In addition to that rush, MOTU finally had something that makes me super-happy. 2:55:49 Pulse Con, MOTU, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2021 https://openyourtoys.com/2021/10/16/open-your-toys-cast-episode-228-quality-time/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-228.mp3 There were some things I loved this time around that are not based on much logic. Super7 keeps sucking me in with their ReAction deep cuts. It doesn’t take much to get me excited about a TF Joe crossover, even it’s just a passing resemblance like TFC Tyrant, i.e. Dominator Megatron. I can’t quite figure why I like the George Lucas Black Series figure. I think it’s just so goofy, it deserves to be in my collection. What doesn’t take a lot of logic to know why I love it so much is the Revelation Stinkor. He is absolutely beautiful and I love that it has an extra masked head. Podcasts Sun, 10 Oct 2021 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes There were some things I loved this time around that are not based on much logic. Super7 keeps sucking me in with their ReAction deep cuts. It doesn’t take much to get me excited about a TF Joe crossover, even it’s just a passing resemblance like TFC Tyrant, i.e. Dominator Megatron. I can’t quite figure why I like the George Lucas Black Series figure. I think it’s just so goofy, it deserves to be in my collection. What doesn’t take a lot of logic to know why I love it so much is the Revelation Stinkor. He is absolutely beautiful and I love that it has an extra masked head. There were some things I loved this time around that are not based on much logic. Super7 keeps sucking me in with their ReAction deep cuts. It doesn’t take much to get me excited about a TF Joe crossover, even it’s just a passing resemblance like TFC Tyrant, i.e. Dominator Megatron. I can’t quite figure why I like the George Lucas Black Series figure. I think it’s just so goofy, it deserves to be in my collection. What doesn’t take a lot of logic to know why I love it so much is the Revelation Stinkor. He is absolutely beautiful and I love that it has an extra masked head. 2:56:28 NYCC, MOTU, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2021 https://openyourtoys.com/2021/10/05/open-your-toys-cast-episode-227-getting-shit-done/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-227.mp3 I liked the TVC Droids Figures, OG Scorponok, this MOTU board game, and possibly getting a good Joe game. Podcasts Sun, 26 Sep 2021 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I liked the TVC Droids Figures, OG Scorponok, this MOTU board game, and possibly getting a good Joe game. I liked the TVC Droids Figures, OG Scorponok, this MOTU board game, and possibly getting a good Joe game. 2:21:24 MOTU, Droids, Scorponok, Masters of the Universe, Origins, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2021 https://openyourtoys.com/2021/09/14/open-your-toys-cast-episode-226-visceral/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-226.mp3 What toys do you think kids will find visceral 20 years from now? Any? That’s right, toys are not for kids anymore. The Rancor is something I remember clearly. I used to feed it my Luke until he got stuck. Here’s hoping the Haslab version can create a new feeling. Jurassic Park is another visceral movie for me. So, I have a huge soft spot for the new Transformers Crossover set. While I absolutely love the vintage Hordak. It’s one of my most favorite figures I ever owned. But there is something about a blue Hordak. The Power-Con Exclusive Mondo 1/6th scale version is perhaps one of the most beautiful things I have seen in my life. Perhaps Sgt. Slaughter’s crossover with G.I. Joe, creating a perfect combination of two of the biggest loves of adolescent boys in the 80s, gives you that feeling. We talked about how that came to be. Podcasts Sun, 12 Sep 2021 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes What toys do you think kids will find visceral 20 years from now? Any? That’s right, toys are not for kids anymore. The Rancor is something I remember clearly. I used to feed it my Luke until he got stuck. Here’s hoping the Haslab version can create a new feeling. Jurassic Park is another visceral movie for me. So, I have a huge soft spot for the new Transformers Crossover set. While I absolutely love the vintage Hordak. It’s one of my most favorite figures I ever owned. But there is something about a blue Hordak. The Power-Con Exclusive Mondo 1/6th scale version is perhaps one of the most beautiful things I have seen in my life. Perhaps Sgt. Slaughter’s crossover with G.I. Joe, creating a perfect combination of two of the biggest loves of adolescent boys in the 80s, gives you that feeling. We talked about how that came to be. What toys do you think kids will find visceral 20 years from now? Any? That’s right, toys are not for kids anymore. The Rancor is something I remember clearly. I used to feed it my Luke until he got stuck. Here’s hoping the Haslab version can create a new feeling. Jurassic Park is another visceral movie for me. So, I have a huge soft spot for the new Transformers Crossover set. While I absolutely love the vintage Hordak. It’s one of my most favorite figures I ever owned. But there is something about a blue Hordak. The Power-Con Exclusive Mondo 1/6th scale version is perhaps one of the most beautiful things I have seen in my life. Perhaps Sgt. Slaughter’s crossover with G.I. Joe, creating a perfect combination of two of the biggest loves of adolescent boys in the 80s, gives you that feeling. We talked about how that came to be. 2:46:11 Power-Con, Mondo, Haslab, Masters of the Universe, Origins, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2021 https://openyourtoys.com/2021/08/23/open-your-toys-cast-episode-225-quick-like-bunny/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-225.mp3 This week we had some controversy, maybe, so I’m going to focus on some of our more controversial news stories. First and foremost is the renaming of Slave 1 to The Firespray. Where do you stand on rewriting history? The new MOTU series and toys are bound to split fans. Seems like some fans just can’t get down with kid-based stuff. Would you support a Victory Saber HasLab project? What if it was $300? Do you support things to simply support the brand? Lastly, it looks like TRU will be back in the form of pop-up shops in Macy’s. If their online site is any indicator of what the offerings might look like, collectors are not going to be happy. Podcasts Sun, 22 Aug 2021 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes This week we had some controversy, maybe, so I’m going to focus on some of our more controversial news stories. First and foremost is the renaming of Slave 1 to The Firespray. Where do you stand on rewriting history? The new MOTU series and toys are bound to split fans. Seems like some fans just can’t get down with kid-based stuff. Would you support a Victory Saber HasLab project? What if it was $300? Do you support things to simply support the brand? Lastly, it looks like TRU will be back in the form of pop-up shops in Macy’s. If their online site is any indicator of what the offerings might look like, collectors are not going to be happy. This week we had some controversy, maybe, so I’m going to focus on some of our more controversial news stories. First and foremost is the renaming of Slave 1 to The Firespray. Where do you stand on rewriting history? The new MOTU series and toys are bound to split fans. Seems like some fans just can’t get down with kid-based stuff. Would you support a Victory Saber HasLab project? What if it was $300? Do you support things to simply support the brand? Lastly, it looks like TRU will be back in the form of pop-up shops in Macy’s. If their online site is any indicator of what the offerings might look like, collectors are not going to be happy. 2:49:17 Masterpiece, Masters of the Universe, Origins, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2021 https://openyourtoys.com/2021/08/16/open-your-toys-cast-episode-224-the-ebb-and-flow/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-224.mp3 I haven’t been too busy to catch up on the big 4’s media. We had a spoiler-filled discussion about Bad Batch, Kingdom, Revelation, and Snake Eyes. I think I said Spoiler like 37 times. It’s a good time to be a fan of the big four, for the most part. Podcasts Sun, 8 Aug 2021 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I haven’t been too busy to catch up on the big 4’s media. We had a spoiler-filled discussion about Bad Batch, Kingdom, Revelation, and Snake Eyes. I think I said Spoiler like 37 times. It’s a good time to be a fan of the big four, for the most part. I haven’t been too busy to catch up on the big 4’s media. We had a spoiler-filled discussion about Bad Batch, Kingdom, Revelation, and Snake Eyes. I think I said Spoiler like 37 times. It’s a good time to be a fan of the big four, for the most part. 2:41:09 Kingdom, Bad Batch, Revelation, Snake Eyese, Origins, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2021 https://openyourtoys.com/2021/07/28/open-your-toys-cast-episode-223-all-caught-up/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-223.mp3 Well, there was still no Comic-Con this year, but man there were some amazing things announced that I can’t wait for. Hopefully you were able to score some Mattel exclusives, I know a lot of people were not. I lucked out and was able to grab me the Scareglow and Sarge. While not necessarily an SDCC thing, the color-changing Pulsecon Exclusive Zartan looks to be a must-have for a lot of people, including me. One of the things I’m most excited about is the new Gendy Clone Wars series figs that launched at the beginning of Comic-Con. Lastly, while he’s getting a lot of hate, one of my favorite reveals was the new Reformating R.E.D. Megatron. Podcasts Sun, 25 Jul 2021 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Well, there was still no Comic-Con this year, but man there were some amazing things announced that I can’t wait for. Hopefully you were able to score some Mattel exclusives, I know a lot of people were not. I lucked out and was able to grab me the Scareglow and Sarge. While not necessarily an SDCC thing, the color-changing Pulsecon Exclusive Zartan looks to be a must-have for a lot of people, including me. One of the things I’m most excited about is the new Gendy Clone Wars series figs that launched at the beginning of Comic-Con. Lastly, while he’s getting a lot of hate, one of my favorite reveals was the new Reformating R.E.D. Megatron. Well, there was still no Comic-Con this year, but man there were some amazing things announced that I can’t wait for. Hopefully you were able to score some Mattel exclusives, I know a lot of people were not. I lucked out and was able to grab me the Scareglow and Sarge. While not necessarily an SDCC thing, the color-changing Pulsecon Exclusive Zartan looks to be a must-have for a lot of people, including me. One of the things I’m most excited about is the new Gendy Clone Wars series figs that launched at the beginning of Comic-Con. Lastly, while he’s getting a lot of hate, one of my favorite reveals was the new Reformating R.E.D. Megatron. 2:20:34 SDCC, Walmart, Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2021 https://openyourtoys.com/2021/07/15/open-your-toys-cast-episode-222-always-an-adventure/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-222.mp3 Target has had their fair share of bumpy rides when it comes to their exclusives, but they’re trying to do right by collectors with their Geek Out event. One of the things a lot of people can’t just grin and bear is the War for Cybertron trilogy, especially the new Kingdom series. Personally, I love supporting media for toy lines, even if they’re not the best stories ever told. However, the new He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Revelation trailer looks to be the type of animated toy porn most fanboys are clamoring for. Star Wars tends to do the opposite. They create media that eventually inspires toys. Their new Visions project looks like my kind of adventure. Podcasts Sun, 11 Jul 2021 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Target has had their fair share of bumpy rides when it comes to their exclusives, but they’re trying to do right by collectors with their Geek Out event. One of the things a lot of people can’t just grin and bear is the War for Cybertron trilogy, especially the new Kingdom series. Personally, I love supporting media for toy lines, even if they’re not the best stories ever told. However, the new He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Revelation trailer looks to be the type of animated toy porn most fanboys are clamoring for. Star Wars tends to do the opposite. They create media that eventually inspires toys. Their new Visions project looks like my kind of adventure. Target has had their fair share of bumpy rides when it comes to their exclusives, but they’re trying to do right by collectors with their Geek Out event. One of the things a lot of people can’t just grin and bear is the War for Cybertron trilogy, especially the new Kingdom series. Personally, I love supporting media for toy lines, even if they’re not the best stories ever told. However, the new He-Man and the Masters of the Universe: Revelation trailer looks to be the type of animated toy porn most fanboys are clamoring for. Star Wars tends to do the opposite. They create media that eventually inspires toys. Their new Visions project looks like my kind of adventure. 2:29:37 Visions, Revelations, Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2021 https://openyourtoys.com/2021/07/08/open-your-toys-cast-episode-221-cant-take-it-back/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-221.mp3 I love me some B.A.T.s and while we assumed they were coming to Classified eventually, seeing them this early makes me happy. The first 5-10 minutes of the Transformers series is some of my favorite animation of all time. I want all of them, Tetrajet Seekers, lamp post Soundwave, and especially Cybertronian Bumblebee. Nothing really new for MOTU, so I’ll just leave these Super7 Silverhawks here. Bad Batch spoiler: I love Rex’s appearance. I have now missed out on both the TVC and TBS versions of him. Podcasts Sun, 27 Jun 2021 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I love me some B.A.T.s and while we assumed they were coming to Classified eventually, seeing them this early makes me happy. The first 5-10 minutes of the Transformers series is some of my favorite animation of all time. I want all of them, Tetrajet Seekers, lamp post Soundwave, and especially Cybertronian Bumblebee. Nothing really new for MOTU, so I’ll just leave these Super7 Silverhawks here. Bad Batch spoiler: I love Rex’s appearance. I have now missed out on both the TVC and TBS versions of him. I love me some B.A.T.s and while we assumed they were coming to Classified eventually, seeing them this early makes me happy. The first 5-10 minutes of the Transformers series is some of my favorite animation of all time. I want all of them, Tetrajet Seekers, lamp post Soundwave, and especially Cybertronian Bumblebee. Nothing really new for MOTU, so I’ll just leave these Super7 Silverhawks here. Bad Batch spoiler: I love Rex’s appearance. I have now missed out on both the TVC and TBS versions of him. 03:08:26 Revelations, TVC, Fan Fest, Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2021 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/10/17/open-your-toys-cast-discussion-selling/ https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-Discussion-State-of-Collecting-2021.mp3 Again, nothing fancy this time, just a good long discussion about collecting. Podcasts Sun, 13 Jun 2021 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Again, nothing fancy this time, just a good long discussion about collecting. Again, nothing fancy this time, just a good long discussion about collecting. 02:22:22 State of Collecting, Collecting, Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2021/06/07/open-your-toys-cast-episode-220-rekindling-and-the-hunt/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-220.mp3 This show’s favorite things are super-easy, but unfortunately, I may never own some of them. First up was the 86 Studio Series reveals. Luckily these are all mass releases and easy to secure. Not as easy to secure, but just as amazing, the Target exclusive Clone Wars-carded Black Series figs have been hitting stores everywhere. Some of the best MOTU exclusives ever will be hitting nowhere except the secondary market. These Power-Con exclusive figure, beast, and accessory packs are going to be the most expensive Origins items ever unless they can figure out how to do a second run. There was nothing great for Joe this time around, but we had an amazing time talking about the ridiculous Malaysia G.I. Joe Adventure Camp that is coming soon. Podcasts Sun, 30 May 2021 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes This show’s favorite things are super-easy, but unfortunately, I may never own some of them. First up was the 86 Studio Series reveals. Luckily these are all mass releases and easy to secure. Not as easy to secure, but just as amazing, the Target exclusive Clone Wars-carded Black Series figs have been hitting stores everywhere. Some of the best MOTU exclusives ever will be hitting nowhere except the secondary market. These Power-Con exclusive figure, beast, and accessory packs are going to be the most expensive Origins items ever unless they can figure out how to do a second run. There was nothing great for Joe this time around, but we had an amazing time talking about the ridiculous Malaysia G.I. Joe Adventure Camp that is coming soon. This show’s favorite things are super-easy, but unfortunately, I may never own some of them. First up was the 86 Studio Series reveals. Luckily these are all mass releases and easy to secure. Not as easy to secure, but just as amazing, the Target exclusive Clone Wars-carded Black Series figs have been hitting stores everywhere. Some of the best MOTU exclusives ever will be hitting nowhere except the secondary market. These Power-Con exclusive figure, beast, and accessory packs are going to be the most expensive Origins items ever unless they can figure out how to do a second run. There was nothing great for Joe this time around, but we had an amazing time talking about the ridiculous Malaysia G.I. Joe Adventure Camp that is coming soon. 03:10:19 Target, Power-Con, Fan Fest, Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2021 https://openyourtoys.com/2021/05/09/open-your-toys-cast-episode-219-i-think-were-alone-now/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-219.mp3 It was really nice taking a break off from these the last couple of shows. I’m still not quite back in my flow, but I’m glad I got a chance to get some thoughts down. I’m gonna skip my favorite items from this show. I’ll get these back on track next time around. Podcasts Sun, 2 May 2021 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes It was really nice taking a break off from these the last couple of shows. I’m still not quite back in my flow, but I’m glad I got a chance to get some thoughts down. I’m gonna skip my favorite items from this show. I’ll get these back on track next time around. It was really nice taking a break off from these the last couple of shows. I’m still not quite back in my flow, but I’m glad I got a chance to get some thoughts down. I’m gonna skip my favorite items from this show. I’ll get these back on track next time around. 03:05:48 Hasbro, Fan Fest, Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2021 https://openyourtoys.com/2021/04/24/open-your-toys-cast-episode-218/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-218.mp3 Podcasts Sun, 18 Apr 2021 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes 02:25:40 Hasbro, Fan Fest, Mezco, Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2021 https://openyourtoys.com/2021/04/06/open-your-toys-cast-episode-217-even-less/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-217.mp3 Winner for brevity... this guy! Podcasts Sun, 4 Apr 2021 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Winner for brevity... this guy! Winner for brevity... this guy! 02:25:17 Masterpiece, Mezco, Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2021 https://openyourtoys.com/2021/03/29/open-your-toys-cast-episode-216-cant-talk-now/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-216.mp3 One of the main differences I’ve noticed with the pandemic entering its second year is my tolerance for small talk has just about been exhausted. And not the small talk with a rep on the phone or a clerk in a store. I actually still really enjoy that. No, it’s the chit-chat with friends. I’m not sure if I think we should be talking about deeper topics, I’ve just become a reclusive curmudgeon, or what. I find myself thinking, get on with it already. I know these can get wordy at times, so I think I will just get on with it too :) Here are my four favorite things: Magic Square (not Newage) Devastator, G.I. Joe Minimates, Kir Kanos, New Jurassic Park Jeep. Podcasts Sun, 21 Mar 2021 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes One of the main differences I’ve noticed with the pandemic entering its second year is my tolerance for small talk has just about been exhausted. And not the small talk with a rep on the phone or a clerk in a store. I actually still really enjoy that. No, it’s the chit-chat with friends. I’m not sure if I think we should be talking about deeper topics, I’ve just become a reclusive curmudgeon, or what. I find myself thinking, get on with it already. I know these can get wordy at times, so I think I will just get on with it too :) Here are my four favorite things: Magic Square (not Newage) Devastator, G.I. Joe Minimates, Kir Kanos, New Jurassic Park Jeep. One of the main differences I’ve noticed with the pandemic entering its second year is my tolerance for small talk has just about been exhausted. And not the small talk with a rep on the phone or a clerk in a store. I actually still really enjoy that. No, it’s the chit-chat with friends. I’m not sure if I think we should be talking about deeper topics, I’ve just become a reclusive curmudgeon, or what. I find myself thinking, get on with it already. I know these can get wordy at times, so I think I will just get on with it too :) Here are my four favorite things: Magic Square (not Newage) Devastator, G.I. Joe Minimates, Kir Kanos, New Jurassic Park Jeep. 03:02:43 TRU, Mezco, Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2021 https://openyourtoys.com/2021/03/14/open-your-toys-cast-episode-215-too-much-sleep/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-215.mp3 With the stimulus coming, let’s talk about higher-end stuff. For Joe, the announcement of a Mezco 1:12th Destro was huge, with an appropriate price to surely follow. Next up, you can buy essentially a life-size Child with a pram from Mattel for $400. Masters has got that beat by about $700 with their Life-size Skeletor bust. Transformers towers above all of them put together. Don’t pass up your chance to purchase an actual G1 Prime from the Bumblebee movie. Podcasts Sun, 7 Mar 2021 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes With the stimulus coming, let’s talk about higher-end stuff. For Joe, the announcement of a Mezco 1:12th Destro was huge, with an appropriate price to surely follow. Next up, you can buy essentially a life-size Child with a pram from Mattel for $400. Masters has got that beat by about $700 with their Life-size Skeletor bust. Transformers towers above all of them put together. Don’t pass up your chance to purchase an actual G1 Prime from the Bumblebee movie. With the stimulus coming, let’s talk about higher-end stuff. For Joe, the announcement of a Mezco 1:12th Destro was huge, with an appropriate price to surely follow. Next up, you can buy essentially a life-size Child with a pram from Mattel for $400. Masters has got that beat by about $700 with their Life-size Skeletor bust. Transformers towers above all of them put together. Don’t pass up your chance to purchase an actual G1 Prime from the Bumblebee movie. 02:43:00 Mythic Legions, Mezco, Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2021 https://openyourtoys.com/2021/03/05/open-your-toys-cast-episode-214-too-much-going-on/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-214.mp3 We talked about a lot of toys that are not in the “big 4” this time around. Instead of my favorite item from each of the “big 4”, I thought I’d highlight some items that kind of correlate to our favorite franchises. First, for Masters, we have the Four Horsemen’s All-Star Round 4 Vote. They continue to kill it with this line with some of the most active and ravenous fans out there. For Joe, the Final Faction line at Dollar Tree is definitely interesting. Backed by its own cartoon, backstories, and a dedicated page on their website, this line has potential, especially at $15 for the whole set. Since Black Series is dominating Star Wars, how about the “Black Series” of Jurassic Park. I’ve been impressed with the Amber Collection so far. Do you need 5 raptors, probably not, but they’re slowly introducing new molds. In probably the biggest reach, for Transformers, how about an Official Robo Force release. Built from the Glyos System, this is more of a building set, but at least they’re robots right? Well maybe, this should have been for Joe, as this drop, they’re featuring a Flash homage. Podcasts Sun, 21 Feb 2021 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes We talked about a lot of toys that are not in the “big 4” this time around. Instead of my favorite item from each of the “big 4”, I thought I’d highlight some items that kind of correlate to our favorite franchises. First, for Masters, we have the Four Horsemen’s All-Star Round 4 Vote. They continue to kill it with this line with some of the most active and ravenous fans out there. For Joe, the Final Faction line at Dollar Tree is definitely interesting. Backed by its own cartoon, backstories, and a dedicated page on their website, this line has potential, especially at $15 for the whole set. Since Black Series is dominating Star Wars, how about the “Black Series” of Jurassic Park. I’ve been impressed with the Amber Collection so far. Do you need 5 raptors, probably not, but they’re slowly introducing new molds. In probably the biggest reach, for Transformers, how about an Official Robo Force release. Built from the Glyos System, this is more of a building set, but at least they’re robots right? Well maybe, this should have been for Joe, as this drop, they’re featuring a Flash homage. We talked about a lot of toys that are not in the “big 4” this time around. Instead of my favorite item from each of the “big 4”, I thought I’d highlight some items that kind of correlate to our favorite franchises. First, for Masters, we have the Four Horsemen’s All-Star Round 4 Vote. They continue to kill it with this line with some of the most active and ravenous fans out there. For Joe, the Final Faction line at Dollar Tree is definitely interesting. Backed by its own cartoon, backstories, and a dedicated page on their website, this line has potential, especially at $15 for the whole set. Since Black Series is dominating Star Wars, how about the “Black Series” of Jurassic Park. I’ve been impressed with the Amber Collection so far. Do you need 5 raptors, probably not, but they’re slowly introducing new molds. In probably the biggest reach, for Transformers, how about an Official Robo Force release. Built from the Glyos System, this is more of a building set, but at least they’re robots right? Well maybe, this should have been for Joe, as this drop, they’re featuring a Flash homage. 02:47:32 Mythic Legions, Robo Force, Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2021 https://openyourtoys.com/2021/01/30/open-your-toys-cast-episode-213-cutting-corners/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-213.mp3 I've been cutting corners, literally, as I'm on a model kit tear lately. I’m really interested in the new Flame Toys Furai Snake Eyes and Storm Shadow. I never really liked unarmored humanoids, but I’m in at least for Storm Shadow. In another way to cut corners, Hasbro has yet another seeker repaint on deck, but this time it’s a must-buy for me. I absolutely love the G2 Ramjet deco. Want a deep cut? No, not of the corner persuasion, but in the Black Series line. Look no further than the rumored Marvel Comic’s Jaxxon. Who doesn’t need more bunnies in their action figure collection? Not that I care, as I’ve never been a big fan of this vehicle, but I’m sure most people hope that Mattel doesn’t cut any corners with the new Origins Wind Raider. Podcasts Sun, 24 Jan 2021 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I've been cutting corners, literally, as I'm on a model kit tear lately. I’m really interested in the new Flame Toys Furai Snake Eyes and Storm Shadow. I never really liked unarmored humanoids, but I’m in at least for Storm Shadow. In another way to cut corners, Hasbro has yet another seeker repaint on deck, but this time it’s a must-buy for me. I absolutely love the G2 Ramjet deco. Want a deep cut? No, not of the corner persuasion, but in the Black Series line. Look no further than the rumored Marvel Comic’s Jaxxon. Who doesn’t need more bunnies in their action figure collection? Not that I care, as I’ve never been a big fan of this vehicle, but I’m sure most people hope that Mattel doesn’t cut any corners with the new Origins Wind Raider. I've been cutting corners, literally, as I'm on a model kit tear lately. I’m really interested in the new Flame Toys Furai Snake Eyes and Storm Shadow. I never really liked unarmored humanoids, but I’m in at least for Storm Shadow. In another way to cut corners, Hasbro has yet another seeker repaint on deck, but this time it’s a must-buy for me. I absolutely love the G2 Ramjet deco. Want a deep cut? No, not of the corner persuasion, but in the Black Series line. Look no further than the rumored Marvel Comic’s Jaxxon. Who doesn’t need more bunnies in their action figure collection? Not that I care, as I’ve never been a big fan of this vehicle, but I’m sure most people hope that Mattel doesn’t cut any corners with the new Origins Wind Raider. 02:44:54 Furai, Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2021 https://openyourtoys.com/2021/01/17/open-your-toys-cast-episode-212-age-is-just-a-number/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-212.mp3 As we’ve been seeing for a few years now, what was old is new again. This time around is no different. MOTU’s throwback Origins line just released to all stores and announced a ridiculous amount of news and pre-orders. We get a few more coded listings for a wave 4 of the “retro” Joe line, including at least one trooper. While not necessarily vintage for me, for someone just ten years younger this might be their Transformers. We get a great look at a concepts document for Beast Wars McDonalds premiums from 1995. While Star Wars has seen its fair share of vintage homages, none this time around, so here’s a Centurion project. Podcasts Sun, 10 Jan 2021 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes As we’ve been seeing for a few years now, what was old is new again. This time around is no different. MOTU’s throwback Origins line just released to all stores and announced a ridiculous amount of news and pre-orders. We get a few more coded listings for a wave 4 of the “retro” Joe line, including at least one trooper. While not necessarily vintage for me, for someone just ten years younger this might be their Transformers. We get a great look at a concepts document for Beast Wars McDonalds premiums from 1995. While Star Wars has seen its fair share of vintage homages, none this time around, so here’s a Centurion project. As we’ve been seeing for a few years now, what was old is new again. This time around is no different. MOTU’s throwback Origins line just released to all stores and announced a ridiculous amount of news and pre-orders. We get a few more coded listings for a wave 4 of the “retro” Joe line, including at least one trooper. While not necessarily vintage for me, for someone just ten years younger this might be their Transformers. We get a great look at a concepts document for Beast Wars McDonalds premiums from 1995. While Star Wars has seen its fair share of vintage homages, none this time around, so here’s a Centurion project. 02:38:38 Toy Fair, Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2021 https://openyourtoys.com/2021/01/03/open-your-toys-cast-episode-211-same-shit-different-year/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-211.mp3 What a year it has been for toys. I don’t think I’ve ever seen so much product in my life. Maybe it’s because the whole pre-order revolution really caught on this year. Maybe it’s because the toy companies see their window closing for our generation. Either there are some amazing things to look forward to. Classified has been a breakout line with lotsa new stuff on the way. Unicron will probably be the biggest toy, literally, of 2021 and Hasbro is trying to ensure it gets to you safely. 2020 saw a lot of crossovers between lines, universes, and even fiction. Hasbro is certainly capitalizing on this. The Mandalorian is a key example and I know many are excited for the new TBS Bo-Katan. Nothing new for MOTU this time around, but I have a feeling we’ll have a lot to talk about on the next show. Podcasts Sun, 27 Dec 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes What a year it has been for toys. I don’t think I’ve ever seen so much product in my life. Maybe it’s because the whole pre-order revolution really caught on this year. Maybe it’s because the toy companies see their window closing for our generation. Either there are some amazing things to look forward to. Classified has been a breakout line with lotsa new stuff on the way. Unicron will probably be the biggest toy, literally, of 2021 and Hasbro is trying to ensure it gets to you safely. 2020 saw a lot of crossovers between lines, universes, and even fiction. Hasbro is certainly capitalizing on this. The Mandalorian is a key example and I know many are excited for the new TBS Bo-Katan. Nothing new for MOTU this time around, but I have a feeling we’ll have a lot to talk about on the next show. What a year it has been for toys. I don’t think I’ve ever seen so much product in my life. Maybe it’s because the whole pre-order revolution really caught on this year. Maybe it’s because the toy companies see their window closing for our generation. Either there are some amazing things to look forward to. Classified has been a breakout line with lotsa new stuff on the way. Unicron will probably be the biggest toy, literally, of 2021 and Hasbro is trying to ensure it gets to you safely. 2020 saw a lot of crossovers between lines, universes, and even fiction. Hasbro is certainly capitalizing on this. The Mandalorian is a key example and I know many are excited for the new TBS Bo-Katan. Nothing new for MOTU this time around, but I have a feeling we’ll have a lot to talk about on the next show. 02:06:38 Mandalorian, Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/12/23/open-your-toys-cast-episode-210-have-a-ho-ho-horrific-time/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-210.mp3 What was some of your favorite news from this show? For Star Wars, the possibility of getting Luke and Leia from her training scene in Episode 9 is exciting. Not necessarily because of what they would look like, but more for the concept. Origins Battle Armor He-Man with a vintage head is exciting. This is based on a figure I got as a kid for Christmas back in the day. Not that we didn’t see it coming, but a Skullcruncher in a G1 box is pretty exciting for me at least, even if it is a modern mold. This is in addition to a Mech Fan Toys version coming, including a City of Steel Prime redeco. Nothing too exciting for Joe, so let’s just go with Lanard’s new Predator Figures. Podcasts Sun, 13 Dec 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes What was some of your favorite news from this show? For Star Wars, the possibility of getting Luke and Leia from her training scene in Episode 9 is exciting. Not necessarily because of what they would look like, but more for the concept. Origins Battle Armor He-Man with a vintage head is exciting. This is based on a figure I got as a kid for Christmas back in the day. Not that we didn’t see it coming, but a Skullcruncher in a G1 box is pretty exciting for me at least, even if it is a modern mold. This is in addition to a Mech Fan Toys version coming, including a City of Steel Prime redeco. Nothing too exciting for Joe, so let’s just go with Lanard’s new Predator Figures. What was some of your favorite news from this show? For Star Wars, the possibility of getting Luke and Leia from her training scene in Episode 9 is exciting. Not necessarily because of what they would look like, but more for the concept. Origins Battle Armor He-Man with a vintage head is exciting. This is based on a figure I got as a kid for Christmas back in the day. Not that we didn’t see it coming, but a Skullcruncher in a G1 box is pretty exciting for me at least, even if it is a modern mold. This is in addition to a Mech Fan Toys version coming, including a City of Steel Prime redeco. Nothing too exciting for Joe, so let’s just go with Lanard’s new Predator Figures. 02:46:38 Orgins, Mandalorian, Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/12/05/open-your-toys-cast-episode-209-its-our-anniversary/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-209.mp3 No corny segue this time around, just my favorite stuff. For Star Wars, Regal Robot’s vintage carry case inspired wood plaques look amazing. Little pricey as expected, but still dope. Didn’t remember seeing the Deluxe Origins before but Cliff represented. Love that the battle damage effect is going to be there. The only Joe news has me less than excited. At least I’m happy I’ll be getting a “retro” Headmaster Skullcruncher even if it is just for the box. Podcasts Sun, 29 Nov 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes No corny segue this time around, just my favorite stuff. For Star Wars, Regal Robot’s vintage carry case inspired wood plaques look amazing. Little pricey as expected, but still dope. Didn’t remember seeing the Deluxe Origins before but Cliff represented. Love that the battle damage effect is going to be there. The only Joe news has me less than excited. At least I’m happy I’ll be getting a “retro” Headmaster Skullcruncher even if it is just for the box. No corny segue this time around, just my favorite stuff. For Star Wars, Regal Robot’s vintage carry case inspired wood plaques look amazing. Little pricey as expected, but still dope. Didn’t remember seeing the Deluxe Origins before but Cliff represented. Love that the battle damage effect is going to be there. The only Joe news has me less than excited. At least I’m happy I’ll be getting a “retro” Headmaster Skullcruncher even if it is just for the box. 01:52:00 TFCon, Mandalorian, Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/11/23/open-your-toys-cast-episode-208-everybody-was-kung-flu-fighting/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-208.mp3 Hasbro is just killing it with their HasLab projects. The Razor Crest becomes their most successful one yet. Joe product is slowly being revealed, but the 3rd parties are stepping up to fill the void. Speaking of 3rd parties, 4 Horsemen continue to absolutely kill it with the lack of 6-7 inch new MOTU being revealed. I’m a little sad that we’re not getting a new transformable Wheelie, but I’m still not mad at this Grimlock and ’86 Movie line. Podcasts Sun, 15 Nov 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Hasbro is just killing it with their HasLab projects. The Razor Crest becomes their most successful one yet. Joe product is slowly being revealed, but the 3rd parties are stepping up to fill the void. Speaking of 3rd parties, 4 Horsemen continue to absolutely kill it with the lack of 6-7 inch new MOTU being revealed. I’m a little sad that we’re not getting a new transformable Wheelie, but I’m still not mad at this Grimlock and ’86 Movie line. Hasbro is just killing it with their HasLab projects. The Razor Crest becomes their most successful one yet. Joe product is slowly being revealed, but the 3rd parties are stepping up to fill the void. Speaking of 3rd parties, 4 Horsemen continue to absolutely kill it with the lack of 6-7 inch new MOTU being revealed. I’m a little sad that we’re not getting a new transformable Wheelie, but I’m still not mad at this Grimlock and ’86 Movie line. 02:43:48 G-Con, Mythic Legions, Mandalorian, Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/11/03/open-your-toys-cast-episode-207-vote/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-207.mp3 The votes are in and TFCon’s 3rd party panels are officially boring. I think the most riveting discussion was about HasLab’s Razor Crest’s newest stretch goals. Are you going to vote with your dollars? Classified gets some new/old news. I think the fans have been heard in regard to this line. Hopefully, that doesn’t mean the end of 4 inch super-articulated Joes and if does, can we at least get better distribution? Lastly, the only thing for MOTU doesn’t even have a link, just the sound of millions of fanboys crying as their Man-e-Faces and Scareglow orders are suddenly canceled. Podcasts Sun, 1 Nov 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes The votes are in and TFCon’s 3rd party panels are officially boring. I think the most riveting discussion was about HasLab’s Razor Crest’s newest stretch goals. Are you going to vote with your dollars? Classified gets some new/old news. I think the fans have been heard in regard to this line. Hopefully, that doesn’t mean the end of 4 inch super-articulated Joes and if does, can we at least get better distribution? Lastly, the only thing for MOTU doesn’t even have a link, just the sound of millions of fanboys crying as their Man-e-Faces and Scareglow orders are suddenly canceled. The votes are in and TFCon’s 3rd party panels are officially boring. I think the most riveting discussion was about HasLab’s Razor Crest’s newest stretch goals. Are you going to vote with your dollars? Classified gets some new/old news. I think the fans have been heard in regard to this line. Hopefully, that doesn’t mean the end of 4 inch super-articulated Joes and if does, can we at least get better distribution? Lastly, the only thing for MOTU doesn’t even have a link, just the sound of millions of fanboys crying as their Man-e-Faces and Scareglow orders are suddenly canceled. 02:50:02 TFCon, Mandalorian, Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/10/21/open-your-toys-cast-episode-206-parody-vs-satire/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-206.mp3 On this episode, we learned a lot. Sometimes in real-time. Like we’ll be getting an entire wave of Mandalorian Retro Collection figures. Mattel is doing some pretty cool things at Mattel Creations, including a clear Origins Skeletor. Just wish I would have learned of it sooner. We had heard rumors about the third wave of Classified, but now the trusted source that revealed earlier waves including the Cobra Island exclusives, confirms it will be Lady Jay, Flint, and Major Bludd. Finally, Transformers is doing a 6-pack of Micromasters. Not too exciting right? Well two of them are M.A.S.K. homages. One is of my favorite M.A.S.K. vehicle, the Hurricane. $30 for one Micromaster? Podcasts Sun, 18 Oct 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes On this episode, we learned a lot. Sometimes in real-time. Like we’ll be getting an entire wave of Mandalorian Retro Collection figures. Mattel is doing some pretty cool things at Mattel Creations, including a clear Origins Skeletor. Just wish I would have learned of it sooner. We had heard rumors about the third wave of Classified, but now the trusted source that revealed earlier waves including the Cobra Island exclusives, confirms it will be Lady Jay, Flint, and Major Bludd. Finally, Transformers is doing a 6-pack of Micromasters. Not too exciting right? Well two of them are M.A.S.K. homages. One is of my favorite M.A.S.K. vehicle, the Hurricane. $30 for one Micromaster? On this episode, we learned a lot. Sometimes in real-time. Like we’ll be getting an entire wave of Mandalorian Retro Collection figures. Mattel is doing some pretty cool things at Mattel Creations, including a clear Origins Skeletor. Just wish I would have learned of it sooner. We had heard rumors about the third wave of Classified, but now the trusted source that revealed earlier waves including the Cobra Island exclusives, confirms it will be Lady Jay, Flint, and Major Bludd. Finally, Transformers is doing a 6-pack of Micromasters. Not too exciting right? Well two of them are M.A.S.K. homages. One is of my favorite M.A.S.K. vehicle, the Hurricane. $30 for one Micromaster? 02:32:47 Mandalorian, Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/10/17/open-your-toys-cast-discussion-selling/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-Discussion-Selling.mp3 Nothing fancy this time, just a good long discussion about selling. Podcasts Sun, 11 Oct 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Nothing fancy this time, just a good long discussion about selling. Nothing fancy this time, just a good long discussion about selling. 02:31:08 Selling, Pulsecon, Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/10/07/open-your-toys-cast-episode-205-theres-always-something/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-205.mp3 Hasbro had no problem selling their latest round of Joe Classified exclusives. Once again, it was us that had a hard time buying them. Something we all would love to buy, but won’t be sold here is an amazing life-size Megatron water gun. Super7’s Snake Mountain is still for sale, but you’ll probably need to sell at least a few toys to make space for that thing. Hasbro has now sold over ten thousand Mandalorian Razor Crests for a total of 3.5 million dollars. Now that’s what I call selling. Podcasts Sun, 4 Oct 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Hasbro had no problem selling their latest round of Joe Classified exclusives. Once again, it was us that had a hard time buying them. Something we all would love to buy, but won’t be sold here is an amazing life-size Megatron water gun. Super7’s Snake Mountain is still for sale, but you’ll probably need to sell at least a few toys to make space for that thing. Hasbro has now sold over ten thousand Mandalorian Razor Crests for a total of 3.5 million dollars. Now that’s what I call selling. Hasbro had no problem selling their latest round of Joe Classified exclusives. Once again, it was us that had a hard time buying them. Something we all would love to buy, but won’t be sold here is an amazing life-size Megatron water gun. Super7’s Snake Mountain is still for sale, but you’ll probably need to sell at least a few toys to make space for that thing. Hasbro has now sold over ten thousand Mandalorian Razor Crests for a total of 3.5 million dollars. Now that’s what I call selling. 02:46:13 Pulsecon, Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/09/27/open-your-toys-cast-episode-204-you-cant-always-get-what-you-want/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-204.mp3 This time around I’m going to address what we talked about in comparison to actual reveals via Pulsecon instead of my favorites. First up, is the complete absence of ’86 Studio Series. With multiple figures leaked already, why not at least address it? We’ve been covering the Holiday Troopers. Wow, that is some awful deco. They even joke about how Lucasfilm was super-hesitant about this, for good reason. For Joe, we knew what was coming with the “Retro” line figures, but I hadn’t seen anything about the FANG and I guess for good reason. Not a retro mold, not retro artwork. Call this Origins or something. Please do not call this Retro Hasbro. Finally, nothing announced about MOTU as this was Hasbro’s weekend, but at least we’re getting some new Thundercats. Podcasts Sun, 20 Sep 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes This time around I’m going to address what we talked about in comparison to actual reveals via Pulsecon instead of my favorites. First up, is the complete absence of ’86 Studio Series. With multiple figures leaked already, why not at least address it? We’ve been covering the Holiday Troopers. Wow, that is some awful deco. They even joke about how Lucasfilm was super-hesitant about this, for good reason. For Joe, we knew what was coming with the “Retro” line figures, but I hadn’t seen anything about the FANG and I guess for good reason. Not a retro mold, not retro artwork. Call this Origins or something. Please do not call this Retro Hasbro. Finally, nothing announced about MOTU as this was Hasbro’s weekend, but at least we’re getting some new Thundercats. This time around I’m going to address what we talked about in comparison to actual reveals via Pulsecon instead of my favorites. First up, is the complete absence of ’86 Studio Series. With multiple figures leaked already, why not at least address it? We’ve been covering the Holiday Troopers. Wow, that is some awful deco. They even joke about how Lucasfilm was super-hesitant about this, for good reason. For Joe, we knew what was coming with the “Retro” line figures, but I hadn’t seen anything about the FANG and I guess for good reason. Not a retro mold, not retro artwork. Call this Origins or something. Please do not call this Retro Hasbro. Finally, nothing announced about MOTU as this was Hasbro’s weekend, but at least we’re getting some new Thundercats. 01:53:15 Pulsecon, Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/09/09/open-your-toys-cast-episode-203-hoarder-status/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-203.mp3 My hoarding isn’t more evident than in my defense of the Studio Series Devastator Boxset. Something that is also a little ridiculous is the price of this 3rd party Bantha. As cool as it is, I don’t know how people can rationalize it. The new Joe movie is getting pushed back again, but that’s not stopping the new movie Classified figures from coming soon. There’s no new MOTU news, so let’s go with something Lotus thought was ridiculous, 1/12th scale accessories. Podcasts Mon, 7 Sep 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes My hoarding isn’t more evident than in my defense of the Studio Series Devastator Boxset. Something that is also a little ridiculous is the price of this 3rd party Bantha. As cool as it is, I don’t know how people can rationalize it. The new Joe movie is getting pushed back again, but that’s not stopping the new movie Classified figures from coming soon. There’s no new MOTU news, so let’s go with something Lotus thought was ridiculous, 1/12th scale accessories. My hoarding isn’t more evident than in my defense of the Studio Series Devastator Boxset. Something that is also a little ridiculous is the price of this 3rd party Bantha. As cool as it is, I don’t know how people can rationalize it. The new Joe movie is getting pushed back again, but that’s not stopping the new movie Classified figures from coming soon. There’s no new MOTU news, so let’s go with something Lotus thought was ridiculous, 1/12th scale accessories. 02:52:18 Celebration, Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/08/25/open-your-toys-cast-episode-202-nostalgic-for-nostalgia/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-202.mp3 If you were born in the late ’80s, maybe Beast Wars is your thing. If so, WFC Kingdom looks to have you covered. For a kid born in ’75 like me, Return of the Jedi was probably your sweet spot for Star Wars. Well, the Retro Collection has got you covered. No matter when you were born hopefully, you can appreciate this amazing Arctic Scarlett and Sabertooth. Nothing new for MOTU since the amazing reveals at Power-Con, but stayed tuned, Mattel continues to impress. Podcasts Sun, 23 Aug 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes If you were born in the late ’80s, maybe Beast Wars is your thing. If so, WFC Kingdom looks to have you covered. For a kid born in ’75 like me, Return of the Jedi was probably your sweet spot for Star Wars. Well, the Retro Collection has got you covered. No matter when you were born hopefully, you can appreciate this amazing Arctic Scarlett and Sabertooth. Nothing new for MOTU since the amazing reveals at Power-Con, but stayed tuned, Mattel continues to impress. If you were born in the late ’80s, maybe Beast Wars is your thing. If so, WFC Kingdom looks to have you covered. For a kid born in ’75 like me, Return of the Jedi was probably your sweet spot for Star Wars. Well, the Retro Collection has got you covered. No matter when you were born hopefully, you can appreciate this amazing Arctic Scarlett and Sabertooth. Nothing new for MOTU since the amazing reveals at Power-Con, but stayed tuned, Mattel continues to impress. 02:21:26 Classified, Kingdom, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/08/12/open-your-toys-cast-episode-201-the-cost-of-frugality/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-201.mp3 How bad do you want a Quintesson? $180 bad? That’s what the new MP-scale X-Transbot Dr. Egg will set you back. The new Hasbro Pulse Livestreams have not been a friend of people’s wallets either. Usually dropping at least one new toy, if not ten, these streams no long are simple “here’s what’s coming soon”, they are full-on ads for temptations available to order right then. Star Wars has one coming up. Movies studios are definitely being cheap, even a smaller movie like the Snake Eyes origin movie is getting pushed back as it seems we may not get to see a movie in theaters before 2021. While we have a quick story during the show, the big one doesn’t come until the end when we get breaking news of all the amazing Masters toys coming our way. I think Mattel, and Hasbro for that fact, have finally realized the adults by a lot of toys and most of them aren’t as frugal as I am. Podcasts Sun, 9 Aug 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes How bad do you want a Quintesson? $180 bad? That’s what the new MP-scale X-Transbot Dr. Egg will set you back. The new Hasbro Pulse Livestreams have not been a friend of people’s wallets either. Usually dropping at least one new toy, if not ten, these streams no long are simple “here’s what’s coming soon”, they are full-on ads for temptations available to order right then. Star Wars has one coming up. Movies studios are definitely being cheap, even a smaller movie like the Snake Eyes origin movie is getting pushed back as it seems we may not get to see a movie in theaters before 2021. While we have a quick story during the show, the big one doesn’t come until the end when we get breaking news of all the amazing Masters toys coming our way. I think Mattel, and Hasbro for that fact, have finally realized the adults by a lot of toys and most of them aren’t as frugal as I am. How bad do you want a Quintesson? $180 bad? That’s what the new MP-scale X-Transbot Dr. Egg will set you back. The new Hasbro Pulse Livestreams have not been a friend of people’s wallets either. Usually dropping at least one new toy, if not ten, these streams no long are simple “here’s what’s coming soon”, they are full-on ads for temptations available to order right then. Star Wars has one coming up. Movies studios are definitely being cheap, even a smaller movie like the Snake Eyes origin movie is getting pushed back as it seems we may not get to see a movie in theaters before 2021. While we have a quick story during the show, the big one doesn’t come until the end when we get breaking news of all the amazing Masters toys coming our way. I think Mattel, and Hasbro for that fact, have finally realized the adults by a lot of toys and most of them aren’t as frugal as I am. 02:37:27 Origins, Masterverse, SDCC, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/08/05/open-your-toys-cast-episode-200-time-flies/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-200.mp3 It was 12 years and one day ago that Mrs. McFavorite and I announced we would start a podcast. 2 months later Open Your Toys Cast was born. I meant to have this out yesterday so I could say “12 years on this day”, but as the title implies, time certainly moves faster than we could ever imagine. I’m actually sneaking this post in on Mrs. McFavorite’s birthday. It was just under 20 years ago that she and I met. In just a few short months after that, we would never be away from each other for more than a few days. Another milestone coming up in less than a week is Lil’ Miss McFavorite will be 8 years old. I’ve been watching a ton of Ken Burns documentaries over the last few months. It’s crazy to see what is captured for posterity, especially back then. What’s even crazier are the assumptions that are made and the results that are witnessed and evaluated in hindsight. I said I would never do it, but the more nostalgic I grow, especially in these trying times, the closer I get to listening to those older shows. Mainly because I would love to hear all the amazing people that have contributed to the show. They include hosts, editors, listeners, and most importantly my wife and original co-host and editor for putting up with it all. Who knows, maybe in another 12 years. Podcasts Sun, 2 Aug 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes It was 12 years and one day ago that Mrs. McFavorite and I announced we would start a podcast. 2 months later Open Your Toys Cast was born. I meant to have this out yesterday so I could say “12 years on this day”, but as the title implies, time certainly moves faster than we could ever imagine. I’m actually sneaking this post in on Mrs. McFavorite’s birthday. It was just under 20 years ago that she and I met. In just a few short months after that, we would never be away from each other for more than a few days. Another milestone coming up in less than a week is Lil’ Miss McFavorite will be 8 years old. I’ve been watching a ton of Ken Burns documentaries over the last few months. It’s crazy to see what is captured for posterity, especially back then. What’s even crazier are the assumptions that are made and the results that are witnessed and evaluated in hindsight. I said I would never do it, but the more nostalgic I grow, especially in these trying times, the closer I get to listening to those older shows. Mainly because I would love to hear all the amazing people that have contributed to the show. They include hosts, editors, listeners, and most importantly my wife and original co-host and editor for putting up with it all. Who knows, maybe in another 12 years. It was 12 years and one day ago that Mrs. McFavorite and I announced we would start a podcast. 2 months later Open Your Toys Cast was born. I meant to have this out yesterday so I could say “12 years on this day”, but as the title implies, time certainly moves faster than we could ever imagine. I’m actually sneaking this post in on Mrs. McFavorite’s birthday. It was just under 20 years ago that she and I met. In just a few short months after that, we would never be away from each other for more than a few days. Another milestone coming up in less than a week is Lil’ Miss McFavorite will be 8 years old. I’ve been watching a ton of Ken Burns documentaries over the last few months. It’s crazy to see what is captured for posterity, especially back then. What’s even crazier are the assumptions that are made and the results that are witnessed and evaluated in hindsight. I said I would never do it, but the more nostalgic I grow, especially in these trying times, the closer I get to listening to those older shows. Mainly because I would love to hear all the amazing people that have contributed to the show. They include hosts, editors, listeners, and most importantly my wife and original co-host and editor for putting up with it all. Who knows, maybe in another 12 years. 03:15:57 Bots, Collector Con, SDCC, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/07/22/open-your-toys-cast-episode-199-are-we-there-yet/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-199.mp3 I can’t believe we’re almost to 200. Can you? See you at the bicentennial. Podcasts Sun, 19 Jul 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I can’t believe we’re almost to 200. Can you? See you at the bicentennial. I can’t believe we’re almost to 200. Can you? See you at the bicentennial. 02:05:18 Bots, Collector Con, SDCC, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/07/14/open-your-toys-cast-episode-198-copyright-smopyright/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-198.mp3 Well, it’s as close to con season as we’re going to get this year. Hasbro has bet on Walmart. We spend a good amount of time decrying this decision, but we’ll find out in two short days how it goes. As the Walmart listings increase for the ’86 Studio Series, I am getting very excited. I think we’re a little tired of these coded Star Wars listings showing up, but at least it means lots of stuff is coming. We debate whether yet another new Cobra Commander listing will finally be a hooded version and what Deluxe might actually mean. Walmart continues throughout the top 4 with the first sightings of the return of the MOTU Minis. Podcasts Mon, 13 Jul 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Well, it’s as close to con season as we’re going to get this year. Hasbro has bet on Walmart. We spend a good amount of time decrying this decision, but we’ll find out in two short days how it goes. As the Walmart listings increase for the ’86 Studio Series, I am getting very excited. I think we’re a little tired of these coded Star Wars listings showing up, but at least it means lots of stuff is coming. We debate whether yet another new Cobra Commander listing will finally be a hooded version and what Deluxe might actually mean. Walmart continues throughout the top 4 with the first sightings of the return of the MOTU Minis. Well, it’s as close to con season as we’re going to get this year. Hasbro has bet on Walmart. We spend a good amount of time decrying this decision, but we’ll find out in two short days how it goes. As the Walmart listings increase for the ’86 Studio Series, I am getting very excited. I think we’re a little tired of these coded Star Wars listings showing up, but at least it means lots of stuff is coming. We debate whether yet another new Cobra Commander listing will finally be a hooded version and what Deluxe might actually mean. Walmart continues throughout the top 4 with the first sightings of the return of the MOTU Minis. 02:02:08 Collector Con, SDCC, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/07/08/open-your-toys-cast-episode-197-the-one-with-the-imports/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-197.mp3 The future holds a Back to the Future Transformers crossover. About two thousand of us got our first shot at it, but the rest of us will have to until October for Gigawatt. It’s also been confirmed that we will be getting a Cobra Trooper in the Classified line. Can’t wait to see the army builders run with that one. Even if you don’t have kids, never hurts to plan for the future with these great MOTU Little People. Lastly, the coming Lego Art sets may not be for everyone, but I personally think they’ll be amazing. Podcasts Sun, 5 Jul 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes The future holds a Back to the Future Transformers crossover. About two thousand of us got our first shot at it, but the rest of us will have to until October for Gigawatt. It’s also been confirmed that we will be getting a Cobra Trooper in the Classified line. Can’t wait to see the army builders run with that one. Even if you don’t have kids, never hurts to plan for the future with these great MOTU Little People. Lastly, the coming Lego Art sets may not be for everyone, but I personally think they’ll be amazing. The future holds a Back to the Future Transformers crossover. About two thousand of us got our first shot at it, but the rest of us will have to until October for Gigawatt. It’s also been confirmed that we will be getting a Cobra Trooper in the Classified line. Can’t wait to see the army builders run with that one. Even if you don’t have kids, never hurts to plan for the future with these great MOTU Little People. Lastly, the coming Lego Art sets may not be for everyone, but I personally think they’ll be amazing. 02:01:58 Classified, Tamashii Nation, Galaxys Edge, SDCC, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/07/04/open-your-toys-cast-episode-196-today-we-celebrate-our-independence-day/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-196.mp3 I think a lot of people had some good feels over all of the announcements over the last week. Hasbro is giving us a Black Series for Transformers. Star Wars 3.75 collectors are getting another playset. I loved it, Cliff hated it. What are your thoughts? Nothing for MOTU, so I’ll just promote the 4Horsemen’s 20th anniversary. My favorite reveal by far all week was a Classified Pimp Daddy Destro. Podcasts Wed, 1 Jul 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I think a lot of people had some good feels over all of the announcements over the last week. Hasbro is giving us a Black Series for Transformers. Star Wars 3.75 collectors are getting another playset. I loved it, Cliff hated it. What are your thoughts? Nothing for MOTU, so I’ll just promote the 4Horsemen’s 20th anniversary. My favorite reveal by far all week was a Classified Pimp Daddy Destro. I think a lot of people had some good feels over all of the announcements over the last week. Hasbro is giving us a Black Series for Transformers. Star Wars 3.75 collectors are getting another playset. I loved it, Cliff hated it. What are your thoughts? Nothing for MOTU, so I’ll just promote the 4Horsemen’s 20th anniversary. My favorite reveal by far all week was a Classified Pimp Daddy Destro. 02:14:32 Classified, Retro, Galaxys Edge, SDCC, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/06/27/open-your-toys-cast-episode-195-too-much-to-do/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-195.mp3 This is super late and I still have a lot to do. So I’ll just leave this here. Podcasts Sun, 21 Jun 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes This is super late and I still have a lot to do. So I’ll just leave this here. This is super late and I still have a lot to do. So I’ll just leave this here. 01:45:19 Retro, Galaxys Edge, SDCC, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/06/17/open-your-toys-cast-episode-194-control-freak/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-194.mp3 If a 3rd party MP-scaled Astrotrain can be $80, I definitely think there’s something to this whole price control rumors that have been circulating for years. I love that the people at Star Wars loosen their control every once in a while and allow things like the “Certain Point of View” series. The second installment is due out soon. I think collectors wish they had a little more control over the styling of the new Classified figures but the new Cobra Commander shows it’s not always that bad. Since there’s no Masters news this time around, I’ll leave you with my favorite thing from the show, a 1/1 Cup Noodle plastic model kit. Even though Lotus and Swage thought it was ridiculous, I still get to feature it. Podcasts Mon, 15 Jun 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes If a 3rd party MP-scaled Astrotrain can be $80, I definitely think there’s something to this whole price control rumors that have been circulating for years. I love that the people at Star Wars loosen their control every once in a while and allow things like the “Certain Point of View” series. The second installment is due out soon. I think collectors wish they had a little more control over the styling of the new Classified figures but the new Cobra Commander shows it’s not always that bad. Since there’s no Masters news this time around, I’ll leave you with my favorite thing from the show, a 1/1 Cup Noodle plastic model kit. Even though Lotus and Swage thought it was ridiculous, I still get to feature it. If a 3rd party MP-scaled Astrotrain can be $80, I definitely think there’s something to this whole price control rumors that have been circulating for years. I love that the people at Star Wars loosen their control every once in a while and allow things like the “Certain Point of View” series. The second installment is due out soon. I think collectors wish they had a little more control over the styling of the new Classified figures but the new Cobra Commander shows it’s not always that bad. Since there’s no Masters news this time around, I’ll leave you with my favorite thing from the show, a 1/1 Cup Noodle plastic model kit. Even though Lotus and Swage thought it was ridiculous, I still get to feature it. 01:58:10 Star Wars Celebration, SDCC, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/06/10/open-your-toys-cast-episode-193-just-one-of-those-days/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-193.mp3 Podcasts Sun, 7 Jun 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes 01:35:57 Ultimetal, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/06/02/open-your-toys-cast-episode-192-ya-know/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-192.mp3 R Podcasts Mon, 1 Jun 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes R R 01:35:57 Ultimetal, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/05/27/open-your-toys-cast-episode-191-im-sorry-im-really-bad-at-this/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-191.mp3 We cover a lot of rumors this time around, but none more interesting than a bunch of new Mandos. They have a bunch of names I can’t remember. More rumors with even more interesting names are what could possibly be wave 3 of the Classified figures. MOTU had some big names in very small packages. That’s right, the World’s Smallest Masters are available for pre-order. The biggest news for Transformers, unfortunately, is for a big bot that I bet most people wish was bigger. However, at least he has a nice memorable short name. Podcasts Sun, 24 May 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes We cover a lot of rumors this time around, but none more interesting than a bunch of new Mandos. They have a bunch of names I can’t remember. More rumors with even more interesting names are what could possibly be wave 3 of the Classified figures. MOTU had some big names in very small packages. That’s right, the World’s Smallest Masters are available for pre-order. The biggest news for Transformers, unfortunately, is for a big bot that I bet most people wish was bigger. However, at least he has a nice memorable short name. We cover a lot of rumors this time around, but none more interesting than a bunch of new Mandos. They have a bunch of names I can’t remember. More rumors with even more interesting names are what could possibly be wave 3 of the Classified figures. MOTU had some big names in very small packages. That’s right, the World’s Smallest Masters are available for pre-order. The biggest news for Transformers, unfortunately, is for a big bot that I bet most people wish was bigger. However, at least he has a nice memorable short name. 01:49:17 Mandalorians, Mandos, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/05/19/open-your-toys-cast-episode-190-to-one-sixth-or-not-to-one-sixth/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-190.mp3 As mentioned on the show, the man himself, Captain Rex, is pure joy in doll form. We get a really depressing God Neptune. Joe is once again a no-show, so the best thing we can do is talk about a Joe-scale Power Loader. Same with MOTU, so how about some Back to the Future figures? Podcasts Mon, 18 May 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes As mentioned on the show, the man himself, Captain Rex, is pure joy in doll form. We get a really depressing God Neptune. Joe is once again a no-show, so the best thing we can do is talk about a Joe-scale Power Loader. Same with MOTU, so how about some Back to the Future figures? As mentioned on the show, the man himself, Captain Rex, is pure joy in doll form. We get a really depressing God Neptune. Joe is once again a no-show, so the best thing we can do is talk about a Joe-scale Power Loader. Same with MOTU, so how about some Back to the Future figures? 02:09:55 Sixth Scale Scaenvegers, Hot Toys, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/05/15/open-your-toys-cast-episode-189-im-sick/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-189.mp3 If there are two words Mrs. McFavorite hates to hear it's I'm sick. It basically means I'm going to be a whiney bitch for 3-5 days. Since this is like 5 days late, no introspective prose, no favorite news items from each franchise, just episode 189. Podcasts Thu, 14 May 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes If there are two words Mrs. McFavorite hates to hear it's I'm sick. It basically means I'm going to be a whiney bitch for 3-5 days. Since this is like 5 days late, no introspective prose, no favorite news items from each franchise, just episode 189. If there are two words Mrs. McFavorite hates to hear it's I'm sick. It basically means I'm going to be a whiney bitch for 3-5 days. Since this is like 5 days late, no introspective prose, no favorite news items from each franchise, just episode 189. 01:49:38 Power-Con, TFCon, SDCC, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/05/06/open-your-toys-cast-episode-188-the-new-normal/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-188.mp3 The Transformers live-action movies seem to be getting a lot of new attention. Even Newage is getting into the game with an MP Soundwave with a couple of minions. Since the Origins line doesn’t seem to have any updates, and the Snake Mountain update was less than stellar, Mondo’s Man-At-Arms official pics, will have to suffice for new MOTU. Speaking of high-end 1/6th scale, I’m curious if Hot Toys completists are happy with their new direction of doing repaints like a vintage figure inspired Boba Fett. And after a few shows with some action figure news, nothing new for Joe except for more movie news. Podcasts Mon, 4 May 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes The Transformers live-action movies seem to be getting a lot of new attention. Even Newage is getting into the game with an MP Soundwave with a couple of minions. Since the Origins line doesn’t seem to have any updates, and the Snake Mountain update was less than stellar, Mondo’s Man-At-Arms official pics, will have to suffice for new MOTU. Speaking of high-end 1/6th scale, I’m curious if Hot Toys completists are happy with their new direction of doing repaints like a vintage figure inspired Boba Fett. And after a few shows with some action figure news, nothing new for Joe except for more movie news. The Transformers live-action movies seem to be getting a lot of new attention. Even Newage is getting into the game with an MP Soundwave with a couple of minions. Since the Origins line doesn’t seem to have any updates, and the Snake Mountain update was less than stellar, Mondo’s Man-At-Arms official pics, will have to suffice for new MOTU. Speaking of high-end 1/6th scale, I’m curious if Hot Toys completists are happy with their new direction of doing repaints like a vintage figure inspired Boba Fett. And after a few shows with some action figure news, nothing new for Joe except for more movie news. 01:45:28 May the 4th, JoeCon, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/04/28/open-your-toys-cast-episode-187-video-killed-the-radio-star/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-187.mp3 Will 6 inch Joes kill the 1/18th scale? Probably not, but I’m warming up to them. Original designs are almost dead in Transformers 3rd Party, but the Magnus redeco of Generation Toys Optimus Primal is as close as it gets and I love it. I don’t think Mafex will be killing off SHF or TBS anytime soon, but their Mando is a thing o beauty. MOTU is definitely not killing anything as the only news was a teaser and pics from the final season of She-Ra and the Princesses of Power. Podcasts Sun, 26 Apr 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Will 6 inch Joes kill the 1/18th scale? Probably not, but I’m warming up to them. Original designs are almost dead in Transformers 3rd Party, but the Magnus redeco of Generation Toys Optimus Primal is as close as it gets and I love it. I don’t think Mafex will be killing off SHF or TBS anytime soon, but their Mando is a thing o beauty. MOTU is definitely not killing anything as the only news was a teaser and pics from the final season of She-Ra and the Princesses of Power. Will 6 inch Joes kill the 1/18th scale? Probably not, but I’m warming up to them. Original designs are almost dead in Transformers 3rd Party, but the Magnus redeco of Generation Toys Optimus Primal is as close as it gets and I love it. I don’t think Mafex will be killing off SHF or TBS anytime soon, but their Mando is a thing o beauty. MOTU is definitely not killing anything as the only news was a teaser and pics from the final season of She-Ra and the Princesses of Power. 02:05:52 JoeCon, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/04/22/open-your-toys-cast-episode-186-and-the-band-played-on/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-186.mp3 I’m pretty excited for the Magic Square Soundwave, even more so the tapes. Even smaller, but just as anticipated is The Child, TBS-style. Masters gets the smallest of updates in Pixel-Dan’s interview with Bryan Flynn, as in nothing is coming. Lastly for Joe, we’re getting an amazing piece made up of a bunch of little pieces. Mondo’s 1000 piece puzzle featuring Cobra propaganda artwork from Jason Edmiston is a great buy at only $20. Podcasts Mon, 20 Apr 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I’m pretty excited for the Magic Square Soundwave, even more so the tapes. Even smaller, but just as anticipated is The Child, TBS-style. Masters gets the smallest of updates in Pixel-Dan’s interview with Bryan Flynn, as in nothing is coming. Lastly for Joe, we’re getting an amazing piece made up of a bunch of little pieces. Mondo’s 1000 piece puzzle featuring Cobra propaganda artwork from Jason Edmiston is a great buy at only $20. I’m pretty excited for the Magic Square Soundwave, even more so the tapes. Even smaller, but just as anticipated is The Child, TBS-style. Masters gets the smallest of updates in Pixel-Dan’s interview with Bryan Flynn, as in nothing is coming. Lastly for Joe, we’re getting an amazing piece made up of a bunch of little pieces. Mondo’s 1000 piece puzzle featuring Cobra propaganda artwork from Jason Edmiston is a great buy at only $20. 01:31:50 SDCC, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/04/14/open-your-toys-cast-episode-185-brave-new-world/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-185.mp3 And just like that, we are now officially a live streaming video podcast. Still extremely rough as I learn how to run the show while doing the show. However, not too shabby if I say so myself. Thanks to Lotus we have brought the cast into the modern age. This has tons of added benefits. The biggest is being able to see what we’re talking about. No more having to follow along with the show notes. With less editing needed we’re going to shift to weekly casts. Going weekly will result in much shorter/more consumable shows. We’ll be shooting for 1 hour to 1.5 at the most. The show will be live-streamed on YouTube with real-time chat then published immediately. The new streaming platform is so easy we can add people to the show on the fly. This will hopefully make it much more interactive. It truly is pretty miraculous. Podcasts Mon, 13 Apr 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes And just like that, we are now officially a live streaming video podcast. Still extremely rough as I learn how to run the show while doing the show. However, not too shabby if I say so myself. Thanks to Lotus we have brought the cast into the modern age. This has tons of added benefits. The biggest is being able to see what we’re talking about. No more having to follow along with the show notes. With less editing needed we’re going to shift to weekly casts. Going weekly will result in much shorter/more consumable shows. We’ll be shooting for 1 hour to 1.5 at the most. The show will be live-streamed on YouTube with real-time chat then published immediately. The new streaming platform is so easy we can add people to the show on the fly. This will hopefully make it much more interactive. It truly is pretty miraculous. And just like that, we are now officially a live streaming video podcast. Still extremely rough as I learn how to run the show while doing the show. However, not too shabby if I say so myself. Thanks to Lotus we have brought the cast into the modern age. This has tons of added benefits. The biggest is being able to see what we’re talking about. No more having to follow along with the show notes. With less editing needed we’re going to shift to weekly casts. Going weekly will result in much shorter/more consumable shows. We’ll be shooting for 1 hour to 1.5 at the most. The show will be live-streamed on YouTube with real-time chat then published immediately. The new streaming platform is so easy we can add people to the show on the fly. This will hopefully make it much more interactive. It truly is pretty miraculous. 03:35:47 SDCC, TFCon, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/03/27/open-your-toys-cast-episode-184-from-hysteria-to-pandemic/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-184.mp3 Unfortunately, the would-be TFCon 3rd Party slides were in very precedented territory. With nothing really standing out, even a Unicron couldn’t save it. Something that seems par for the course, but is still super interesting, is a possible six-inch retro line for Joe. Now, this easily could be the current designs with just vintage cards. Maybe redecoes? Another status quo release, but that isn’t a bad thing when it comes to Hot Toys, is the Mando and Child. They’re absolutely gorgeous and one of those defining pieces for the show. Then Super7 releases yet another shipping delay email and it’s right back to the bad kind of normal. Isn’t that funny how it works that way. Podcasts Thu, 26 Mar 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Unfortunately, the would-be TFCon 3rd Party slides were in very precedented territory. With nothing really standing out, even a Unicron couldn’t save it. Something that seems par for the course, but is still super interesting, is a possible six-inch retro line for Joe. Now, this easily could be the current designs with just vintage cards. Maybe redecoes? Another status quo release, but that isn’t a bad thing when it comes to Hot Toys, is the Mando and Child. They’re absolutely gorgeous and one of those defining pieces for the show. Then Super7 releases yet another shipping delay email and it’s right back to the bad kind of normal. Isn’t that funny how it works that way. Unfortunately, the would-be TFCon 3rd Party slides were in very precedented territory. With nothing really standing out, even a Unicron couldn’t save it. Something that seems par for the course, but is still super interesting, is a possible six-inch retro line for Joe. Now, this easily could be the current designs with just vintage cards. Maybe redecoes? Another status quo release, but that isn’t a bad thing when it comes to Hot Toys, is the Mando and Child. They’re absolutely gorgeous and one of those defining pieces for the show. Then Super7 releases yet another shipping delay email and it’s right back to the bad kind of normal. Isn’t that funny how it works that way. 02:37:44 TFCon, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/03/16/open-your-toys-cast-episode-183-a-study-of-hysteria/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-183.mp3 Without a bunch of activities to go to I have had a ton of time to open and sell toys. I’ve been enjoying my toys more than ever. Especially since the last Toy Fair, while not too much originality, really delivered on some nostalgia feels. Mattel made a strong Master’s Origins showing right after our last show. However, I think I’m most interested in their new Mega Contrux. What’s crazy is we got a ton of new news and leaks right after Toy Fair, but probably nothing so exciting as a bunch of TRU shelf tags. We got confirmation of 6″ movie Joes, a TBS Luke and Yoda 2-pack, and seekers galore. Podcasts Sun, 15 Mar 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Without a bunch of activities to go to I have had a ton of time to open and sell toys. I’ve been enjoying my toys more than ever. Especially since the last Toy Fair, while not too much originality, really delivered on some nostalgia feels. Mattel made a strong Master’s Origins showing right after our last show. However, I think I’m most interested in their new Mega Contrux. What’s crazy is we got a ton of new news and leaks right after Toy Fair, but probably nothing so exciting as a bunch of TRU shelf tags. We got confirmation of 6″ movie Joes, a TBS Luke and Yoda 2-pack, and seekers galore. Without a bunch of activities to go to I have had a ton of time to open and sell toys. I’ve been enjoying my toys more than ever. Especially since the last Toy Fair, while not too much originality, really delivered on some nostalgia feels. Mattel made a strong Master’s Origins showing right after our last show. However, I think I’m most interested in their new Mega Contrux. What’s crazy is we got a ton of new news and leaks right after Toy Fair, but probably nothing so exciting as a bunch of TRU shelf tags. We got confirmation of 6″ movie Joes, a TBS Luke and Yoda 2-pack, and seekers galore. 02:36:05 Toy Fair, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/02/25/open-your-toys-cast-episode-182-toy-fair-extravaganza/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-182.mp3 I have to say that it was a pretty good Toy Fair. Nothing jaw-dropping amazing, but consistent. As usual, most things were spoiled in some form or fashion ahead of time. However, some things caught us unaware. How about the vintage reissues of the Ghostbusters? That got a lot of people excited. Much less so for their new Plasma (i.e. Black) Series counterparts. The Turtles made another huge showing. From Super7 to NECA, there are so many collector-grade choices for our favorite amphibious martial artists. Speaking of NECA, they continue to do their thing. So many Aliens, Predators, and serial killers, oh my. When you start to think about it’s a lot of the same. The one thing that did deviate from its vintage source material got grief, not a ton, but enough to prove that what we really want is exactly what we had. I’m sure you know we’re getting a new Joe line. It’s not close enough to vintage ARAH line for many people, including me. They tried something new and we don’t even give it a chance. I can really start to see the draw of Mythic Legions, Vitruvian H.A.C.K.s, etc. At least they’re trying something relatively new. Look at Masters, we go from getting a variety of new formats, to right back to the classic 5.5, granted with much better articulation. But, they do one thing different a la the head sculpts, and people bitch, including me. Transformers is even getting back to basics with the OG earth alt modes. The new line is basically G1 with better sculpts and everyone, including me, loves it. Star Wars continues its faithful pandering and I’ve already pre-ordered it. Podcasts Mon, 24 Feb 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes TI have to say that it was a pretty good Toy Fair. Nothing jaw-dropping amazing, but consistent. As usual, most things were spoiled in some form or fashion ahead of time. However, some things caught us unaware. How about the vintage reissues of the Ghostbusters? That got a lot of people excited. Much less so for their new Plasma (i.e. Black) Series counterparts. The Turtles made another huge showing. From Super7 to NECA, there are so many collector-grade choices for our favorite amphibious martial artists. Speaking of NECA, they continue to do their thing. So many Aliens, Predators, and serial killers, oh my. When you start to think about it’s a lot of the same. The one thing that did deviate from its vintage source material got grief, not a ton, but enough to prove that what we really want is exactly what we had. I’m sure you know we’re getting a new Joe line. It’s not close enough to vintage ARAH line for many people, including me. They tried something new and we don’t even give it a chance. I can really start to see the draw of Mythic Legions, Vitruvian H.A.C.K.s, etc. At least they’re trying something relatively new. Look at Masters, we go from getting a variety of new formats, to right back to the classic 5.5, granted with much better articulation. But, they do one thing different a la the head sculpts, and people bitch, including me. Transformers is even getting back to basics with the OG earth alt modes. The new line is basically G1 with better sculpts and everyone, including me, loves it. Star Wars continues its faithful pandering and I’ve already pre-ordered it. I have to say that it was a pretty good Toy Fair. Nothing jaw-dropping amazing, but consistent. As usual, most things were spoiled in some form or fashion ahead of time. However, some things caught us unaware. How about the vintage reissues of the Ghostbusters? That got a lot of people excited. Much less so for their new Plasma (i.e. Black) Series counterparts. The Turtles made another huge showing. From Super7 to NECA, there are so many collector-grade choices for our favorite amphibious martial artists. Speaking of NECA, they continue to do their thing. So many Aliens, Predators, and serial killers, oh my. When you start to think about it’s a lot of the same. The one thing that did deviate from its vintage source material got grief, not a ton, but enough to prove that what we really want is exactly what we had. I’m sure you know we’re getting a new Joe line. It’s not close enough to vintage ARAH line for many people, including me. They tried something new and we don’t even give it a chance. I can really start to see the draw of Mythic Legions, Vitruvian H.A.C.K.s, etc. At least they’re trying something relatively new. Look at Masters, we go from getting a variety of new formats, to right back to the classic 5.5, granted with much better articulation. But, they do one thing different a la the head sculpts, and people bitch, including me. Transformers is even getting back to basics with the OG earth alt modes. The new line is basically G1 with better sculpts and everyone, including me, loves it. Star Wars continues its faithful pandering and I’ve already pre-ordered it. 02:56:44 Toy Fair, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/02/16/open-your-toys-cast-episode-181-its-just-a-game/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-181.mp3 The big new in Transformers this time around is MP 50 and 51, e.g. Tigatron and Arcee. Here’s hoping the Arcee is mistransformed. Also big, for 3.75″ Star Wars collectors at least, the “Duck Boat” was revealed to be The Mandalorian Imperial Troop Transport. This stuff is what keeps it fun for me. Will the new Origins line keep it fun for Masters collectors? With what looks to be a great line-up, I think it will be. While we had the leak last show, we get 100% confirmation of the big G.I. Joe news this time around. 6 inches is big right? Right?! Podcasts Sun, 16 Feb 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes The big new in Transformers this time around is MP 50 and 51, e.g. Tigatron and Arcee. Here’s hoping the Arcee is mistransformed. Also big, for 3.75″ Star Wars collectors at least, the “Duck Boat” was revealed to be The Mandalorian Imperial Troop Transport. This stuff is what keeps it fun for me. Will the new Origins line keep it fun for Masters collectors? With what looks to be a great line-up, I think it will be. While we had the leak last show, we get 100% confirmation of the big G.I. Joe news this time around. 6 inches is big right? Right?! The big new in Transformers this time around is MP 50 and 51, e.g. Tigatron and Arcee. Here’s hoping the Arcee is mistransformed. Also big, for 3.75″ Star Wars collectors at least, the “Duck Boat” was revealed to be The Mandalorian Imperial Troop Transport. This stuff is what keeps it fun for me. Will the new Origins line keep it fun for Masters collectors? With what looks to be a great line-up, I think it will be. While we had the leak last show, we get 100% confirmation of the big G.I. Joe news this time around. 6 inches is big right? Right?! 02:50:22 Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/01/14/open-your-toys-cast-episode-180-get-the-feels/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-180.mp3 Is there anything today you see as being truly nostalgic for kids 20-30 years from now? We are getting figures exactly as we remember them with the new Empire Strikes Back Retro Collection. They’re even striking the nostalgia feels with the box for the $600 Snake Mountain that’s literally too big almost everyone’s collection. Speaking of toys too big for your collections that strikes the feels, Unicron got an update. Probably the “biggest” news was the “confirmation” of Joe Classified, the new Black Series-style line for G.I. Joe. Podcasts Mon, 3 Feb 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Is there anything today you see as being truly nostalgic for kids 20-30 years from now? We are getting figures exactly as we remember them with the new Empire Strikes Back Retro Collection. They’re even striking the nostalgia feels with the box for the $600 Snake Mountain that’s literally too big almost everyone’s collection. Speaking of toys too big for your collections that strikes the feels, Unicron got an update. Probably the “biggest” news was the “confirmation” of Joe Classified, the new Black Series-style line for G.I. Joe. Is there anything today you see as being truly nostalgic for kids 20-30 years from now? We are getting figures exactly as we remember them with the new Empire Strikes Back Retro Collection. They’re even striking the nostalgia feels with the box for the $600 Snake Mountain that’s literally too big almost everyone’s collection. Speaking of toys too big for your collections that strikes the feels, Unicron got an update. Probably the “biggest” news was the “confirmation” of Joe Classified, the new Black Series-style line for G.I. Joe. 02:46:24 Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2020/01/14/open-your-toys-cast-episode-179-too-much/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-179.mp3 Especially in this day and age with companies finally acknowledging that action figures are becoming an adult-driven industry, there is just too much. It’s not as bad if you focus on one franchise. If you’re a Joe fan, there’s next to nothing. Even when stuff is available, it’s literally a tiny amount. MOTU has the second least amount of collectibles right now, but even it is shipping $350 worth of figures this month in a single scale. Now Star Wars has never been a slouch. However, even with 12 to 13 $20 figures coming out for the anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back, it’s still no match for Transformers. With the proliferation of 3rd party Masterpiece scale, now Legends scale figures, in addition to very active retail lines, there are literally hundreds of figures on the market at any one time. This even includes amazing non-transforming figures such as those from 3A. Podcasts Mon, 13 Jan 2020 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Especially in this day and age with companies finally acknowledging that action figures are becoming an adult-driven industry, there is just too much. It’s not as bad if you focus on one franchise. If you’re a Joe fan, there’s next to nothing. Even when stuff is available, it’s literally a tiny amount. MOTU has the second least amount of collectibles right now, but even it is shipping $350 worth of figures this month in a single scale. Now Star Wars has never been a slouch. However, even with 12 to 13 $20 figures coming out for the anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back, it’s still no match for Transformers. With the proliferation of 3rd party Masterpiece scale, now Legends scale figures, in addition to very active retail lines, there are literally hundreds of figures on the market at any one time. This even includes amazing non-transforming figures such as those from 3A. Especially in this day and age with companies finally acknowledging that action figures are becoming an adult-driven industry, there is just too much. It’s not as bad if you focus on one franchise. If you’re a Joe fan, there’s next to nothing. Even when stuff is available, it’s literally a tiny amount. MOTU has the second least amount of collectibles right now, but even it is shipping $350 worth of figures this month in a single scale. Now Star Wars has never been a slouch. However, even with 12 to 13 $20 figures coming out for the anniversary of The Empire Strikes Back, it’s still no match for Transformers. With the proliferation of 3rd party Masterpiece scale, now Legends scale figures, in addition to very active retail lines, there are literally hundreds of figures on the market at any one time. This even includes amazing non-transforming figures such as those from 3A. 02:57:39 Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2020 https://openyourtoys.com/2019/12/30/open-your-toys-cast-episode-178-2020/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-178.mp3 Right before 2020, the biggest news for Transformers Masterpiece is going to be a throw-back to mostly old school trains. Probably the most popular thing to come out of our community in 2019 is The Child, The Asset, or most commonly, yet incorrectly known as Baby Yoda. However, Hasbro/Lucasfilm was not on their game and we won’t have anything in our hands until 2020. Masters is on track to have a huge coming year. Two cartoons, a movie, and a new line of figures. However, all we are getting are teases. While we’ll be getting a new Joe movie next year, we’ll have to wait another couple of years for the first Joe amusement park. Podcasts Sun, 29 Dec 2019 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Right before 2020, the biggest news for Transformers Masterpiece is going to be a throw-back to mostly old school trains. Probably the most popular thing to come out of our community in 2019 is The Child, The Asset, or most commonly, yet incorrectly known as Baby Yoda. However, Hasbro/Lucasfilm was not on their game and we won’t have anything in our hands until 2020. Masters is on track to have a huge coming year. Two cartoons, a movie, and a new line of figures. However, all we are getting are teases. While we’ll be getting a new Joe movie next year, we’ll have to wait another couple of years for the first Joe amusement park. Right before 2020, the biggest news for Transformers Masterpiece is going to be a throw-back to mostly old school trains. Probably the most popular thing to come out of our community in 2019 is The Child, The Asset, or most commonly, yet incorrectly known as Baby Yoda. However, Hasbro/Lucasfilm was not on their game and we won’t have anything in our hands until 2020. Masters is on track to have a huge coming year. Two cartoons, a movie, and a new line of figures. However, all we are getting are teases. While we’ll be getting a new Joe movie next year, we’ll have to wait another couple of years for the first Joe amusement park. 01:49:54 Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2019 https://openyourtoys.com/2019/12/09/open-your-toys-cast-episode-177-everything-in-moderation/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-177.mp3 Not often a statue makes into this part of the post, but if you feel like indulging, the new Rancor statue from Sideshow is a good start. Something you still have a chance to splurge on is Super7’s Snake Mountain. The new video shows just how amazing this piece is. If the Studio Series Devastator is not doing it for you, maybe a 3rd Party, $800 version, will satiate you. While probably on the opposite end of indulging since Evergreen Line usually means low-budget, but at least Joe has action figure news. Podcasts Sun, 8 Dec 2019 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Not often a statue makes into this part of the post, but if you feel like indulging, the new Rancor statue from Sideshow is a good start. Something you still have a chance to splurge on is Super7’s Snake Mountain. The new video shows just how amazing this piece is. If the Studio Series Devastator is not doing it for you, maybe a 3rd Party, $800 version, will satiate you. While probably on the opposite end of indulging since Evergreen Line usually means low-budget, but at least Joe has action figure news. Not often a statue makes into this part of the post, but if you feel like indulging, the new Rancor statue from Sideshow is a good start. Something you still have a chance to splurge on is Super7’s Snake Mountain. The new video shows just how amazing this piece is. If the Studio Series Devastator is not doing it for you, maybe a 3rd Party, $800 version, will satiate you. While probably on the opposite end of indulging since Evergreen Line usually means low-budget, but at least Joe has action figure news. 02:20:48 Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2019 https://openyourtoys.com/2019/11/25/open-your-toys-cast-episode-176-happy-holidays/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-176.mp3 Let’s see how quickly we can do this. Eighteen bucks is too much for a 5 PoA figure, even a Transformer, just saying. The Super7 Snake Mountain is too big, just saying. The Mandalorian is as amazing as everyone is saying, ask Lotus, just saying. As much as I actually liked the first two Joe movies, rebooting with Snake Eyes is probably not a bad idea, just saying. Podcasts Sun, 24 Nov 2019 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Let’s see how quickly we can do this. Eighteen bucks is too much for a 5 PoA figure, even a Transformer, just saying. The Super7 Snake Mountain is too big, just saying. The Mandalorian is as amazing as everyone is saying, ask Lotus, just saying. As much as I actually liked the first two Joe movies, rebooting with Snake Eyes is probably not a bad idea, just saying. Let’s see how quickly we can do this. Eighteen bucks is too much for a 5 PoA figure, even a Transformer, just saying. The Super7 Snake Mountain is too big, just saying. The Mandalorian is as amazing as everyone is saying, ask Lotus, just saying. As much as I actually liked the first two Joe movies, rebooting with Snake Eyes is probably not a bad idea, just saying. 02:41:32 Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2019 https://openyourtoys.com/2019/11/11/open-your-toys-cast-episode-175-i-did-something-i-did-something/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-175.mp3 The “big” news this time around was the TFCon 3rd Party panel. However, I think Matthew “Deluxe” Baldwin sums it up well with his latest t-shirt offering. Hasbro shows off its latest level of packaging QC, with multiple errors of perhaps the most popular proper noun in toy history. While not a fail, more so a WTF, Super7 comes out of nowhere with Deluxe (i.e. $45) Japanese Wrestling figures. Lastly, while maybe not the greatest fail, just not what it could have been, is NECA and their street team/ambassador program. Podcasts Sun, 10 Nov 2019 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes The “big” news this time around was the TFCon 3rd Party panel. However, I think Matthew “Deluxe” Baldwin sums it up well with his latest t-shirt offering. Hasbro shows off its latest level of packaging QC, with multiple errors of perhaps the most popular proper noun in toy history. While not a fail, more so a WTF, Super7 comes out of nowhere with Deluxe (i.e. $45) Japanese Wrestling figures. Lastly, while maybe not the greatest fail, just not what it could have been, is NECA and their street team/ambassador program. The “big” news this time around was the TFCon 3rd Party panel. However, I think Matthew “Deluxe” Baldwin sums it up well with his latest t-shirt offering. Hasbro shows off its latest level of packaging QC, with multiple errors of perhaps the most popular proper noun in toy history. While not a fail, more so a WTF, Super7 comes out of nowhere with Deluxe (i.e. $45) Japanese Wrestling figures. Lastly, while maybe not the greatest fail, just not what it could have been, is NECA and their street team/ambassador program. 02:12:36 TFCon, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2019 https://openyourtoys.com/2019/10/28/open-your-toys-cast-episode-174-too-much/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-174.mp3 All right, enough bitching about my life lets bitch about toys. The only thing to bitch about in regard to Ed’s Galaxy Edge toy run, is the sheer amount of stuff. I can’t wait until our visit next year. I bitch plenty about these Masters of the Universe skate decks from Super7. When it comes to G.I. Joe joining the Transformers Earth Wars game the only reason to bitch is the fact that it is the only news for Joe. Probably the most positive news out of this show is the possibility of getting a new Raiden toy from Takara Tomy. Who doesn’t love a cool train or six? Podcasts Sun, 27 Oct 2019 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes All right, enough bitching about my life lets bitch about toys. The only thing to bitch about in regard to Ed’s Galaxy Edge toy run, is the sheer amount of stuff. I can’t wait until our visit next year. I bitch plenty about these Masters of the Universe skate decks from Super7. When it comes to G.I. Joe joining the Transformers Earth Wars game the only reason to bitch is the fact that it is the only news for Joe. Probably the most positive news out of this show is the possibility of getting a new Raiden toy from Takara Tomy. Who doesn’t love a cool train or six? All right, enough bitching about my life lets bitch about toys. The only thing to bitch about in regard to Ed’s Galaxy Edge toy run, is the sheer amount of stuff. I can’t wait until our visit next year. I bitch plenty about these Masters of the Universe skate decks from Super7. When it comes to G.I. Joe joining the Transformers Earth Wars game the only reason to bitch is the fact that it is the only news for Joe. Probably the most positive news out of this show is the possibility of getting a new Raiden toy from Takara Tomy. Who doesn’t love a cool train or six? 02:28:11 TFCon, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2019 https://openyourtoys.com/2019/10/15/open-your-toys-cast-episode-173-here-i-go-again/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-173.mp3 The big news, well outside of Unicron being funded. Oh and yeah, I spent $600 on a toy a week before getting laid off that I won’t see for over year. Let that sink in :). Hasbro announced War for Cybertron: Earthrise. Talk about nothing new and just wishing it could be a little different. The big news for Masters was the shipping update Super7 sent out. Unfortunately, there is no link to it. I’ve noticed this is a pattern with them. When they announce dates, it’s via email without a permanent location to reference and they’ve done it again. Force Friday happened again, well Triple Force Friday. Hear my experience (again one week before being laid off 🙂 and recaps from around the community. And the award for the most independent news of the week goes to friend of the show, Ryan Drost, and his amazing new comic on Kickstarter. Please check out his great concept and with only a few days left he could really use the community’s help. Podcasts Tue, 15 Oct 2019 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes The big news, well outside of Unicron being funded. Oh and yeah, I spent $600 on a toy a week before getting laid off that I won’t see for over year. Let that sink in :). Hasbro announced War for Cybertron: Earthrise. Talk about nothing new and just wishing it could be a little different. The big news for Masters was the shipping update Super7 sent out. Unfortunately, there is no link to it. I’ve noticed this is a pattern with them. When they announce dates, it’s via email without a permanent location to reference and they’ve done it again. Force Friday happened again, well Triple Force Friday. Hear my experience (again one week before being laid off 🙂 and recaps from around the community. And the award for the most independent news of the week goes to friend of the show, Ryan Drost, and his amazing new comic on Kickstarter. Please check out his great concept and with only a few days left he could really use the community’s help. The big news, well outside of Unicron being funded. Oh and yeah, I spent $600 on a toy a week before getting laid off that I won’t see for over year. Let that sink in :). Hasbro announced War for Cybertron: Earthrise. Talk about nothing new and just wishing it could be a little different. The big news for Masters was the shipping update Super7 sent out. Unfortunately, there is no link to it. I’ve noticed this is a pattern with them. When they announce dates, it’s via email without a permanent location to reference and they’ve done it again. Force Friday happened again, well Triple Force Friday. Hear my experience (again one week before being laid off 🙂 and recaps from around the community. And the award for the most independent news of the week goes to friend of the show, Ryan Drost, and his amazing new comic on Kickstarter. Please check out his great concept and with only a few days left he could really use the community’s help. 02:25:06 New York Comic-Con, NYCC, Triple Force Friday, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2019 https://openyourtoys.com/2019/09/23/open-your-toys-cast-episode-172-unforgettable/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-172.mp3 Something I don’t think we’ll soon forget is the new Masters Origin line. I think they’ll be milking this for all it’s worth. Unfortunately, the UCS Star Destroyer is pretty forgettable. Not too different from it’s last UCS treatment, it appears to be another cash grab. How fun is a Lego set with 2 colors anyway? Usually, I’m not a huge fan of transparency for no reason. However, any bots involved in the reformatting sequence from the ’86 movie is a perfect use of this cash grab. That’s why the clear Insecticons from Newage are right up my alley. Can you believe it? Joe actually has toy news this time around, well kind of. Looks like Funskool will be getting back into to the mix with the new movie toys. Podcasts Mon, 23 Sep 2019 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Something I don’t think we’ll soon forget is the new Masters Origin line. I think they’ll be milking this for all it’s worth. Unfortunately, the UCS Star Destroyer is pretty forgettable. Not too different from it’s last UCS treatment, it appears to be another cash grab. How fun is a Lego set with 2 colors anyway? Usually, I’m not a huge fan of transparency for no reason. However, any bots involved in the reformatting sequence from the ’86 movie is a perfect use of this cash grab. That’s why the clear Insecticons from Newage are right up my alley. Can you believe it? Joe actually has toy news this time around, well kind of. Looks like Funskool will be getting back into to the mix with the new movie toys. Something I don’t think we’ll soon forget is the new Masters Origin line. I think they’ll be milking this for all it’s worth. Unfortunately, the UCS Star Destroyer is pretty forgettable. Not too different from it’s last UCS treatment, it appears to be another cash grab. How fun is a Lego set with 2 colors anyway? Usually, I’m not a huge fan of transparency for no reason. However, any bots involved in the reformatting sequence from the ’86 movie is a perfect use of this cash grab. That’s why the clear Insecticons from Newage are right up my alley. Can you believe it? Joe actually has toy news this time around, well kind of. Looks like Funskool will be getting back into to the mix with the new movie toys. 02:37:44 Power-Con, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2019 https://openyourtoys.com/2019/09/10/open-your-toys-cast-episode-171-the-rock-and-lotus-and-peter-show/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-171.mp3 Well, I didn’t expect for another show without me to be so forthcoming, but here we are. I’m personally excited. I get to listen to two Open Your Toys Casts in one month. With the holiday weekend falling on our recording weekend, these guys got to have a lot more fun than I did. As they talked toys, I drove 6 hours through holiday traffic. Now I sit here watching my Saints lose their opening game. I don’t know what else to say, so I won’t. Podcasts Mon, 9 Sep 2019 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Well, I didn’t expect for another show without me to be so forthcoming, but here we are. I’m personally excited. I get to listen to two Open Your Toys Casts in one month. With the holiday weekend falling on our recording weekend, these guys got to have a lot more fun than I did. As they talked toys, I drove 6 hours through holiday traffic. Now I sit here watching my Saints lose their opening game. I don’t know what else to say, so I won’t. Well, I didn’t expect for another show without me to be so forthcoming, but here we are. I’m personally excited. I get to listen to two Open Your Toys Casts in one month. With the holiday weekend falling on our recording weekend, these guys got to have a lot more fun than I did. As they talked toys, I drove 6 hours through holiday traffic. Now I sit here watching my Saints lose their opening game. I don’t know what else to say, so I won’t. 01:21:45 Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2019 https://openyourtoys.com/2019/08/12/open-your-toys-cast-episode-170-status-quo/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-170.mp3 Super7 is really balancing listening to their fans and doing their thing. Just like MOTUC, Pixel-Dan and Stina did an amazing job covering them at Power-Con. The biggest news in Transformers for a while now has been Unicron. Did the new trailer video change your mind? Star Wars has kinda been a no-show now for a few months and in preparation of Triple Force Friday. However, SDCC exclusives are coming, so there’s that. Finally, Joe has one news item, as usual, say hello to Crazy Rich Snake Eyes. Podcasts Mon, 26 Aug 2019 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Super7 is really balancing listening to their fans and doing their thing. Just like MOTUC, Pixel-Dan and Stina did an amazing job covering them at Power-Con. The biggest news in Transformers for a while now has been Unicron. Did the new trailer video change your mind? Star Wars has kinda been a no-show now for a few months and in preparation of Triple Force Friday. However, SDCC exclusives are coming, so there’s that. Finally, Joe has one news item, as usual, say hello to Crazy Rich Snake Eyes. Super7 is really balancing listening to their fans and doing their thing. Just like MOTUC, Pixel-Dan and Stina did an amazing job covering them at Power-Con. The biggest news in Transformers for a while now has been Unicron. Did the new trailer video change your mind? Star Wars has kinda been a no-show now for a few months and in preparation of Triple Force Friday. However, SDCC exclusives are coming, so there’s that. Finally, Joe has one news item, as usual, say hello to Crazy Rich Snake Eyes. 02:24:24 Power-Con, SDCC, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2019 https://openyourtoys.com/2019/08/12/open-your-toys-cast-episode-169-the-rock-and-lotus-show/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-169.mp3 I never thought this day would happen. Of all the hosts we have had over the last 11 years. There have been many occasions where I was not able to record. I have always offered co-hosts the opportunity to run their own show. This even includes Mrs. McFavorite a couple of times. I thought what would be better than the wifey just going off on my collecting. Still no takers, until now! That’s right folks. After 11 years and 168 episodes, it’s the first one sans Slick. Do you know what that means? I finally get to listen to an episode of Open Your Toys Cast. I don’t think people, especially Rock and Lotus, know how excited I am about that. I truly do think we have the best toy news show on the web. We’ve never really been too promotional. I’ve always liked the family feel. Especially today, I feel like a proud papa ready to enjoy the fruits of my labor. Now, this isn’t going to be your standard show in terms of rigid show notes and worrying about time. The boys go free form and just talk toys. After all, isn’t that all any us want to do? So, in closing, thank you Rock and Lotus so much for representing OYTC and making my dreams come true. Podcasts Sun, 11 Aug 2019 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I never thought this day would happen. Of all the hosts we have had over the last 11 years. There have been many occasions where I was not able to record. I have always offered co-hosts the opportunity to run their own show. This even includes Mrs. McFavorite a couple of times. I thought what would be better than the wifey just going off on my collecting. Still no takers, until now! That’s right folks. After 11 years and 168 episodes, it’s the first one sans Slick. Do you know what that means? I finally get to listen to an episode of Open Your Toys Cast. I don’t think people, especially Rock and Lotus, know how excited I am about that. I truly do think we have the best toy news show on the web. We’ve never really been too promotional. I’ve always liked the family feel. Especially today, I feel like a proud papa ready to enjoy the fruits of my labor. Now, this isn’t going to be your standard show in terms of rigid show notes and worrying about time. The boys go free form and just talk toys. After all, isn’t that all any us want to do? So, in closing, thank you Rock and Lotus so much for representing OYTC and making my dreams come true. I never thought this day would happen. Of all the hosts we have had over the last 11 years. There have been many occasions where I was not able to record. I have always offered co-hosts the opportunity to run their own show. This even includes Mrs. McFavorite a couple of times. I thought what would be better than the wifey just going off on my collecting. Still no takers, until now! That’s right folks. After 11 years and 168 episodes, it’s the first one sans Slick. Do you know what that means? I finally get to listen to an episode of Open Your Toys Cast. I don’t think people, especially Rock and Lotus, know how excited I am about that. I truly do think we have the best toy news show on the web. We’ve never really been too promotional. I’ve always liked the family feel. Especially today, I feel like a proud papa ready to enjoy the fruits of my labor. Now, this isn’t going to be your standard show in terms of rigid show notes and worrying about time. The boys go free form and just talk toys. After all, isn’t that all any us want to do? So, in closing, thank you Rock and Lotus so much for representing OYTC and making my dreams come true. 01:18:28 Rock the Farting Dad, Lotus Stark, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2019 https://openyourtoys.com/2019/07/28/open-your-toys-cast-episode-168-the-more-things-change-the-more-things-stay-the-same/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-168.mp3 One change I have dug is Hasbro’s approach to SDCC when it comes to the product pre-orders. Being able to order most of what they reveal the day of is nice. I’m sure they’re excited too as it prays upon the excitement of the moment. I knew I bit on the Reflector/Refraktor G1 3-pack and now I’m having second thoughts. There are absolutely no second thoughts when it comes to the new Mondo Hordak. I was hesitant on the He-Man and Skeletor. Pre-ordered the Faker at a 33% discount, but it got canceled. Loved the Merman, but not important enough of a character for me. Now that Hordak is a no-brainer. Let’s give a big welcome to my first Mondo figure. The only thing more disappointing than a complete lack of Joe news, outside of Rob Leifeld, creator of Deadpool, doing a new Snake Series for IDW, was the lack of Star Wars reveals. Everything is being held back for Triple Force Friday. The one piece of good news we did get was 5 PoA 3.75″ figures are officially no more. Podcasts Sun, 28 Jul 2019 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes One change I have dug is Hasbro’s approach to SDCC when it comes to the product pre-orders. Being able to order most of what they reveal the day of is nice. I’m sure they’re excited too as it prays upon the excitement of the moment. I knew I bit on the Reflector/Refraktor G1 3-pack and now I’m having second thoughts. There are absolutely no second thoughts when it comes to the new Mondo Hordak. I was hesitant on the He-Man and Skeletor. Pre-ordered the Faker at a 33% discount, but it got canceled. Loved the Merman, but not important enough of a character for me. Now that Hordak is a no-brainer. Let’s give a big welcome to my first Mondo figure. The only thing more disappointing than a complete lack of Joe news, outside of Rob Leifeld, creator of Deadpool, doing a new Snake Series for IDW, was the lack of Star Wars reveals. Everything is being held back for Triple Force Friday. The one piece of good news we did get was 5 PoA 3.75″ figures are officially no more. One change I have dug is Hasbro’s approach to SDCC when it comes to the product pre-orders. Being able to order most of what they reveal the day of is nice. I’m sure they’re excited too as it prays upon the excitement of the moment. I knew I bit on the Reflector/Refraktor G1 3-pack and now I’m having second thoughts. There are absolutely no second thoughts when it comes to the new Mondo Hordak. I was hesitant on the He-Man and Skeletor. Pre-ordered the Faker at a 33% discount, but it got canceled. Loved the Merman, but not important enough of a character for me. Now that Hordak is a no-brainer. Let’s give a big welcome to my first Mondo figure. The only thing more disappointing than a complete lack of Joe news, outside of Rob Leifeld, creator of Deadpool, doing a new Snake Series for IDW, was the lack of Star Wars reveals. Everything is being held back for Triple Force Friday. The one piece of good news we did get was 5 PoA 3.75″ figures are officially no more. 03:33:14 SDCC, San Diego Comic-Con, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2019 https://openyourtoys.com/2019/07/18/open-your-toys-cast-episode-167-theres-no-substitute-for-it/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-167.mp3 A lot of people think Newage is doing it right. While I love my Cosmos, the price is still killing me on these things. As an example of hard work, the finalists of the Lego Star Wars Greatest Battles killed it. Netflix’s Princesses of Power is on to that next level. Everybody associated with that show has been putting in work, and it’s paying off. Even Joe is working it this year at SDCC. Podcasts Wed, 17 Jul 2019 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes A lot of people think Newage is doing it right. While I love my Cosmos, the price is still killing me on these things. As an example of hard work, the finalists of the Lego Star Wars Greatest Battles killed it. Netflix’s Princesses of Power is on to that next level. Everybody associated with that show has been putting in work, and it’s paying off. Even Joe is working it this year at SDCC. A lot of people think Newage is doing it right. While I love my Cosmos, the price is still killing me on these things. As an example of hard work, the finalists of the Lego Star Wars Greatest Battles killed it. Netflix’s Princesses of Power is on to that next level. Everybody associated with that show has been putting in work, and it’s paying off. Even Joe is working it this year at SDCC. 01:47:31 SDCC, San Diego Comic-Con, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2019 https://openyourtoys.com/2019/06/30/open-your-toys-cast-episode-166-why-so-serious/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-166.mp3 Something that’s got a lot of people being negative is Mattel’s SDCC exclusives. Announced at the last minute, presale in the middle of the night, then a misleading new process. It’s Mattel, what do you expect? I think I’m the only one feeling negative about the new World’s Smallest Joes. Just feel those cards could be more accurate. Speaking of accurate, no one can be negative about this new Transformers G1 packaging 1000 piece puzzle. I cannot wait. Lastly, again on a very personal level is the beautiful new Star Wars cabinet from Arcade1Up. This was easily in my top five as a kid. Podcasts Mon, 1 Jul 2019 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Something that’s got a lot of people being negative is Mattel’s SDCC exclusives. Announced at the last minute, presale in the middle of the night, then a misleading new process. It’s Mattel, what do you expect? I think I’m the only one feeling negative about the new World’s Smallest Joes. Just feel those cards could be more accurate. Speaking of accurate, no one can be negative about this new Transformers G1 packaging 1000 piece puzzle. I cannot wait. Lastly, again on a very personal level is the beautiful new Star Wars cabinet from Arcade1Up. This was easily in my top five as a kid. Something that’s got a lot of people being negative is Mattel’s SDCC exclusives. Announced at the last minute, presale in the middle of the night, then a misleading new process. It’s Mattel, what do you expect? I think I’m the only one feeling negative about the new World’s Smallest Joes. Just feel those cards could be more accurate. Speaking of accurate, no one can be negative about this new Transformers G1 packaging 1000 piece puzzle. I cannot wait. Lastly, again on a very personal level is the beautiful new Star Wars cabinet from Arcade1Up. This was easily in my top five as a kid. 02:30:48 SDCC, San Diego Comic-Con, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2019 https://openyourtoys.com/2019/05/27/open-your-toys-cast-episode-165-nope/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-165.mp3 Okay, I sat down ready to do a full post, but nope. Nothing is wrong, in fact, things are great. I just don’t want to spend a bunch time writing one right now. Had a weekend of 14 hours driving, non-stop family time and really just want to watch a movie and crash. Podcasts Sun, 9 Jun 2019 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Okay, I sat down ready to do a full post, but nope. Nothing is wrong, in fact, things are great. I just don’t want to spend a bunch time writing one right now. Had a weekend of 14 hours driving, non-stop family time and really just want to watch a movie and crash. Okay, I sat down ready to do a full post, but nope. Nothing is wrong, in fact, things are great. I just don’t want to spend a bunch time writing one right now. Had a weekend of 14 hours driving, non-stop family time and really just want to watch a movie and crash. 02:50:50 Galaxy's Edge, Hound, BBTS, Blackarachnia, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2019 https://openyourtoys.com/2019/05/27/open-your-toys-cast-episode-164-stuck-between-a-rock-and-a-haddock-place/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-164.mp3 To take the easy way out this time around, I am going to highlight some great sales at my favorite online store. Big Bad Toy Store has some amazing prices on Star Wars, Masters of the Universe, and of course, Transformers. For G.I. Joe, just a warning, beware of buying from Marauder Gun Runners. After more than 10 years of patronage, they are no longer standing behind their orders. Sad when a fan ran company gets too big for their own good. For the whole story, please listen to the show and be on the look out for a huge sale on my almost 60+ figures from their various lines. Podcasts Mon, 27 May 2019 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes To take the easy way out this time around, I am going to highlight some great sales at my favorite online store. Big Bad Toy Store has some amazing prices on Star Wars, Masters of the Universe, and of course, Transformers. For G.I. Joe, just a warning, beware of buying from Marauder Gun Runners. After more than 10 years of patronage, they are no longer standing behind their orders. Sad when a fan ran company gets too big for their own good. For the whole story, please listen to the show and be on the look out for a huge sale on my almost 60+ figures from their various lines. To take the easy way out this time around, I am going to highlight some great sales at my favorite online store. Big Bad Toy Store has some amazing prices on Star Wars, Masters of the Universe, and of course, Transformers. For G.I. Joe, just a warning, beware of buying from Marauder Gun Runners. After more than 10 years of patronage, they are no longer standing behind their orders. Sad when a fan ran company gets too big for their own good. For the whole story, please listen to the show and be on the look out for a huge sale on my almost 60+ figures from their various lines. 02:31:30 Marauder, Marauder John, Marauder Gun Runners, BBTS, Blackarachnia, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2019 https://openyourtoys.com/2019/04/30/open-your-toys-cast-episode-163-almost-made-it/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-163.mp3 I think Hasbro found a good balance with their SDCC MP-10 Ghostbusters crossover. Previously thought to be a waste of resources, the full reveal killed it. Super7 almost gave some useful information in the Q and A this month. However, Brian was a lot more forthcoming in an hour-long talk with Roast Gooble Dinner we recap. Another goal not met this weekend was scoring the new Retro Collection of Star Wars. Luckily it has been recently revealed that they will not be exclusive for long. As usual, there is no Joe news so we’ll leave you an example of why cheaters never prosper, well almost never. Podcasts Sun, 12 May 2019 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I think Hasbro found a good balance with their SDCC MP-10 Ghostbusters crossover. Previously thought to be a waste of resources, the full reveal killed it. Super7 almost gave some useful information in the Q and A this month. However, Brian was a lot more forthcoming in an hour-long talk with Roast Gooble Dinner we recap. Another goal not met this weekend was scoring the new Retro Collection of Star Wars. Luckily it has been recently revealed that they will not be exclusive for long. As usual, there is no Joe news so we’ll leave you an example of why cheaters never prosper, well almost never. I think Hasbro found a good balance with their SDCC MP-10 Ghostbusters crossover. Previously thought to be a waste of resources, the full reveal killed it. Super7 almost gave some useful information in the Q and A this month. However, Brian was a lot more forthcoming in an hour-long talk with Roast Gooble Dinner we recap. Another goal not met this weekend was scoring the new Retro Collection of Star Wars. Luckily it has been recently revealed that they will not be exclusive for long. As usual, there is no Joe news so we’ll leave you an example of why cheaters never prosper, well almost never. 02:28:09 Snake Mountain, Ghostbusters, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2019 https://openyourtoys.com/2019/04/30/open-your-toys-cast-episode-162-just-one-more-time/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-162.mp3 I’m going to break from the norm yet again because while I wanted to get the above out, I also did want to shout our special co-hosts for this show. We had the one-and-only Engineernerd back on. John hails from the prolific Action Figure Blues Podcast. We are also joined from down under by first-time co-host, long-time listener, regular on the Facebook group, and most importantly, good friend, Mark Haddock. We try to refrain from the cliches for the most part, but simply can’t help ourselves at times. Look for Mark (and hopefully John too) to join us again in the new future. Podcasts Mon, 29 Apr 2019 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I’m going to break from the norm yet again because while I wanted to get the above out, I also did want to shout our special co-hosts for this show. We had the one-and-only Engineernerd back on. John hails from the prolific Action Figure Blues Podcast. We are also joined from down under by first-time co-host, long-time listener, regular on the Facebook group, and most importantly, good friend, Mark Haddock. We try to refrain from the cliches for the most part, but simply can’t help ourselves at times. Look for Mark (and hopefully John too) to join us again in the new future. I’m going to break from the norm yet again because while I wanted to get the above out, I also did want to shout our special co-hosts for this show. We had the one-and-only Engineernerd back on. John hails from the prolific Action Figure Blues Podcast. We are also joined from down under by first-time co-host, long-time listener, regular on the Facebook group, and most importantly, good friend, Mark Haddock. We try to refrain from the cliches for the most part, but simply can’t help ourselves at times. Look for Mark (and hopefully John too) to join us again in the new future. 02:34:23 Mandolorian, Rise of Skywalker, Celebration, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2019 https://openyourtoys.com/2019/03/07/open-your-toys-cast-episode-161-so-much-for-that/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-161.mp3 Did you miss out on the Barge? It’s okay, so did I. Mine was literally by a timezone issue, but do you know what? It doesn’t matter. It will be available again, somehow, someway. Do you miss Action Force? I guess Hasbro didn’t. They let the copyright slip away and a fan group has picked it up and are doing some amazing things with it. Here’s something that should not matter to one single person, but we know that’s never the case, there’s always one. Super7 launched its latest line of ReAction MOTU figures. Okay, it matters to me, but just one. Last, but not least is the biggest one, literally. We get some great insight into the new Hasbro Omega Supreme. Will this be the great feeling we’ve all been hoping for or because it’s the fourth large-scale Omega to the market, will it simply not matter? Podcasts Sun, 7 Apr 2019 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Did you miss out on the Barge? It’s okay, so did I. Mine was literally by a timezone issue, but do you know what? It doesn’t matter. It will be available again, somehow, someway. Do you miss Action Force? I guess Hasbro didn’t. They let the copyright slip away and a fan group has picked it up and are doing some amazing things with it. Here’s something that should not matter to one single person, but we know that’s never the case, there’s always one. Super7 launched its latest line of ReAction MOTU figures. Okay, it matters to me, but just one. Last, but not least is the biggest one, literally. We get some great insight into the new Hasbro Omega Supreme. Will this be the great feeling we’ve all been hoping for or because it’s the fourth large-scale Omega to the market, will it simply not matter? Did you miss out on the Barge? It’s okay, so did I. Mine was literally by a timezone issue, but do you know what? It doesn’t matter. It will be available again, somehow, someway. Do you miss Action Force? I guess Hasbro didn’t. They let the copyright slip away and a fan group has picked it up and are doing some amazing things with it. Here’s something that should not matter to one single person, but we know that’s never the case, there’s always one. Super7 launched its latest line of ReAction MOTU figures. Okay, it matters to me, but just one. Last, but not least is the biggest one, literally. We get some great insight into the new Hasbro Omega Supreme. Will this be the great feeling we’ve all been hoping for or because it’s the fourth large-scale Omega to the market, will it simply not matter? 01:59:22 Omega Supreme, Celebration, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2019 https://openyourtoys.com/2019/03/07/open-your-toys-cast-episode-160-too-much-good/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-160.mp3 Wanna see the good and not so good of 2018, check out Michael Crawford’s Poppies. It features Michael’s choices, but even better, a curated list voted on by industry standouts, and even a community vote. Don’t know what you missed last year? Now you will. Hasbro Pulse posted an eBay listing many thought was too good to be true. For some, it was, at least for people in the states and Canadia. The Barge will be available, probably for minutes, to some lucky collectors in foreign countries this March 26th. While I dig these MOTU crossover Air Force Ones, I prefer the G.I. Joe crossovers from Asics. They are much more gooder :) Finally, look at all this goodness we missed out on. Some of these Transformers prototypes are simply amazing. Podcasts Mon, 25 Mar 2019 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Wanna see the good and not so good of 2018, check out Michael Crawford’s Poppies. It features Michael’s choices, but even better, a curated list voted on by industry standouts, and even a community vote. Don’t know what you missed last year? Now you will. Hasbro Pulse posted an eBay listing many thought was too good to be true. For some, it was, at least for people in the states and Canadia. The Barge will be available, probably for minutes, to some lucky collectors in foreign countries this March 26th. While I dig these MOTU crossover Air Force Ones, I prefer the G.I. Joe crossovers from Asics. They are much more gooder :) Finally, look at all this goodness we missed out on. Some of these Transformers prototypes are simply amazing. Wanna see the good and not so good of 2018, check out Michael Crawford’s Poppies. It features Michael’s choices, but even better, a curated list voted on by industry standouts, and even a community vote. Don’t know what you missed last year? Now you will. Hasbro Pulse posted an eBay listing many thought was too good to be true. For some, it was, at least for people in the states and Canadia. The Barge will be available, probably for minutes, to some lucky collectors in foreign countries this March 26th. While I dig these MOTU crossover Air Force Ones, I prefer the G.I. Joe crossovers from Asics. They are much more gooder :) Finally, look at all this goodness we missed out on. Some of these Transformers prototypes are simply amazing. 02:54:52 Crossovers, Poppies, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2019 https://openyourtoys.com/2019/03/07/open-your-toys-cast-episode-159-oblivious-part-dos/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-159.mp3 I’m not going to write about my top news from each brand like I usually do. If you haven’t ever noticed, as Lil Ms. McFavorite likes to say, it’s a pattern. I’d rather end this with a plea. Quit being so oblivious. Pay close attention to the world around you and how you affect it, especially your loved ones. Podcasts Wed, 6 Mar 2019 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I’m not going to write about my top news from each brand like I usually do. If you haven’t ever noticed, as Lil Ms. McFavorite likes to say, it’s a pattern. I’d rather end this with a plea. Quit being so oblivious. Pay close attention to the world around you and how you affect it, especially your loved ones. I’m not going to write about my top news from each brand like I usually do. If you haven’t ever noticed, as Lil Ms. McFavorite likes to say, it’s a pattern. I’d rather end this with a plea. Quit being so oblivious. Pay close attention to the world around you and how you affect it, especially your loved ones. 02:20:39 Toy Fair, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2019 https://openyourtoys.com/2019/02/23/open-your-toys-cast-episode-158-no-not-toy-fair/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-158.mp3 Being so close to Toy Fair, Wonderfest stole a little bit of thunder from the first major reveals. One being MP Bumblebee version 2.0. Oh, those feet (in Bobbie Skullface voice). Super7 is so close to actually providing information in their Q and A after almost a year. They’re just not there yet with their wait and see answers. Entertainment Earth didn’t just come close, they hit a home run with their Valentine’s Day promotion, a dozen “Roses” for $20. They offered 12 TBS Roses (6 or 3.75 inch) for only twenty bucks. I’d be curious about how they sold. So close, but our only Joe news from a 3rd Party. Dan Klingensmith is back with volume 6 of his 3.75″ Joe: Creating G.I.Joe: A Real American Hero. Podcasts Sat, 23 Feb 2019 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Being so close to Toy Fair, Wonderfest stole a little bit of thunder from the first major reveals. One being MP Bumblebee version 2.0. Oh, those feet (in Bobbie Skullface voice). Super7 is so close to actually providing information in their Q and A after almost a year. They’re just not there yet with their wait and see answers. Entertainment Earth didn’t just come close, they hit a home run with their Valentine’s Day promotion, a dozen “Roses” for $20. They offered 12 TBS Roses (6 or 3.75 inch) for only twenty bucks. I’d be curious about how they sold. So close, but our only Joe news from a 3rd Party. Dan Klingensmith is back with volume 6 of his 3.75″ Joe: Creating G.I.Joe: A Real American Hero. Being so close to Toy Fair, Wonderfest stole a little bit of thunder from the first major reveals. One being MP Bumblebee version 2.0. Oh, those feet (in Bobbie Skullface voice). Super7 is so close to actually providing information in their Q and A after almost a year. They’re just not there yet with their wait and see answers. Entertainment Earth didn’t just come close, they hit a home run with their Valentine’s Day promotion, a dozen “Roses” for $20. They offered 12 TBS Roses (6 or 3.75 inch) for only twenty bucks. I’d be curious about how they sold. So close, but our only Joe news from a 3rd Party. Dan Klingensmith is back with volume 6 of his 3.75″ Joe: Creating G.I.Joe: A Real American Hero. 01:48:08 Toy Fair, Wonderfest, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2019 https://openyourtoys.com/2019/01/27/open-your-toys-cast-episode-157-pain-so-much-pain/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-157.mp3 The most powerful con in the universe is getting another installment this year. Along with the announcement, Val and the gang over at He-Man.org have released almost every panel from last year. While not as informational, but certainly more exciting, new G1 reissues have been announced. Perhaps the most well-received is Soundwave and Buzzsaw. If you’re more of a Star Wars person and you’ve made the flip to 6 inch, you’re probably just as excited for General Grievous. If you’re a Joe fan, you have absolutely nothing to be excited about. Podcasts Sat, 26 Jan 2019 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes The most powerful con in the universe is getting another installment this year. Along with the announcement, Val and the gang over at He-Man.org have released almost every panel from last year. While not as informational, but certainly more exciting, new G1 reissues have been announced. Perhaps the most well-received is Soundwave and Buzzsaw. If you’re more of a Star Wars person and you’ve made the flip to 6 inch, you’re probably just as excited for General Grievous. If you’re a Joe fan, you have absolutely nothing to be excited about. The most powerful con in the universe is getting another installment this year. Along with the announcement, Val and the gang over at He-Man.org have released almost every panel from last year. While not as informational, but certainly more exciting, new G1 reissues have been announced. Perhaps the most well-received is Soundwave and Buzzsaw. If you’re more of a Star Wars person and you’ve made the flip to 6 inch, you’re probably just as excited for General Grievous. If you’re a Joe fan, you have absolutely nothing to be excited about. 02:00:20 Power-Con, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2019 https://openyourtoys.com/2018/12/18/open-your-toys-cast-episode-156-a-new-year-a-new-you/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-156.mp3 Do you have any new collecting resolutions? How about the wait until Ross / Ollies / clearance mentality? I know I’m taking that outlook on Predaking. Wish I would have taken it on the Black Series. How about a resolution to diversify your collection? Maybe some fine art? The Mad Duck MOTU posters are a great start. Not nearly as popular as Mondo yet, but still beautiful and some truly great homages. Speaking of homages, Snake Eyes, the movie, looks to be steeped in them. That is if the rumors pan out. If your resolution were to attend more cons, you have fewer choices this year. One of the quintessential means of exposure to multitudes of Star Wars stars has been canceled. Legoland has ceased their Star Wars Days after 10 years of amazing guests, events, and displays. For us missing Botcon, and hoping Hascon would fill that void, it has been postponed indefinitely. Podcasts Tue, 8 Jan 2019 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Do you have any new collecting resolutions? How about the wait until Ross / Ollies / clearance mentality? I know I’m taking that outlook on Predaking. Wish I would have taken it on the Black Series. How about a resolution to diversify your collection? Maybe some fine art? The Mad Duck MOTU posters are a great start. Not nearly as popular as Mondo yet, but still beautiful and some truly great homages. Speaking of homages, Snake Eyes, the movie, looks to be steeped in them. That is if the rumors pan out. If your resolution were to attend more cons, you have fewer choices this year. One of the quintessential means of exposure to multitudes of Star Wars stars has been canceled. Legoland has ceased their Star Wars Days after 10 years of amazing guests, events, and displays. For us missing Botcon, and hoping Hascon would fill that void, it has been postponed indefinitely. Do you have any new collecting resolutions? How about the wait until Ross / Ollies / clearance mentality? I know I’m taking that outlook on Predaking. Wish I would have taken it on the Black Series. How about a resolution to diversify your collection? Maybe some fine art? The Mad Duck MOTU posters are a great start. Not nearly as popular as Mondo yet, but still beautiful and some truly great homages. Speaking of homages, Snake Eyes, the movie, looks to be steeped in them. That is if the rumors pan out. If your resolution were to attend more cons, you have fewer choices this year. One of the quintessential means of exposure to multitudes of Star Wars stars has been canceled. Legoland has ceased their Star Wars Days after 10 years of amazing guests, events, and displays. For us missing Botcon, and hoping Hascon would fill that void, it has been postponed indefinitely. 01:45:16 Hascon, Power-Con, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2019 https://openyourtoys.com/2018/12/18/open-your-toys-cast-episode-155-stay-in-your-lane/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-155.mp3 I am positive TFCon LA, TFCon USA 2019, whatever you want to call it, is going to be a show for the ages. If you’re an animation and/or a voice actor fan you owe it to yourself to be there. I am positive that Super7 knows exactly what it is doing with these limited release quick sellout one-offs for MOTU. Even their retail “partner” at almost a 50% markup sold out quickly. I am pretty positive we won’t be seeing anymore non-Original Trilogy vehicles in the TVC line. The lack of the Rogue One Assualt Tank at retail and the subsequent blowout online almost guarantees this. Something I don’t think anyone can be positive about is the new Joe movie, especially with such a lackluster choice of directors. Podcasts Mon, 17 Dec 2018 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I am positive TFCon LA, TFCon USA 2019, whatever you want to call it, is going to be a show for the ages. If you’re an animation and/or a voice actor fan you owe it to yourself to be there. I am positive that Super7 knows exactly what it is doing with these limited release quick sellout one-offs for MOTU. Even their retail “partner” at almost a 50% markup sold out quickly. I am pretty positive we won’t be seeing anymore non-Original Trilogy vehicles in the TVC line. The lack of the Rogue One Assualt Tank at retail and the subsequent blowout online almost guarantees this. Something I don’t think anyone can be positive about is the new Joe movie, especially with such a lackluster choice of directors. I am positive TFCon LA, TFCon USA 2019, whatever you want to call it, is going to be a show for the ages. If you’re an animation and/or a voice actor fan you owe it to yourself to be there. I am positive that Super7 knows exactly what it is doing with these limited release quick sellout one-offs for MOTU. Even their retail “partner” at almost a 50% markup sold out quickly. I am pretty positive we won’t be seeing anymore non-Original Trilogy vehicles in the TVC line. The lack of the Rogue One Assualt Tank at retail and the subsequent blowout online almost guarantees this. Something I don’t think anyone can be positive about is the new Joe movie, especially with such a lackluster choice of directors. 02:25:30 TFCon, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2018 https://openyourtoys.com/2018/12/02/open-your-toys-cast-episode-154-i-just-cant/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-154.mp3 I just can't, not today. Podcasts Sun, 2 Dec 2018 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I just can't, not today. I just can't, not today. 02:39:12 Don't Care, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2018 https://openyourtoys.com/2018/10/22/open-your-toys-cast-episode-153-when-is-enough https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-153.mp3 On a brighter note, there’s TOYS! Well except for, G.I. Joe. Yet again the only update is about the new Snake Eyes movie and even it’s pretty unsubstantial. However, we will finally have some toy news for Joe on the next show. So I was actually pretty excited about the exclusive Hoth Han and Leia 2-pack. I slept on it and know it looks to be sold out everywhere. It’s been a while since that happened. Yet another whole lotta nothing in the latest installment of Super7’s MOTU Q and A, but unfortunately there’s not much else for Masters. For Transformers, the US release of the War for Cybertron Seige figures probably tops the news. Haven’t seen them around here yet and haven’t watched any reviews, but I’m pretty excited. Podcasts Sat, 17 Nov 2018 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes On a brighter note, there’s TOYS! Well except for, G.I. Joe. Yet again the only update is about the new Snake Eyes movie and even it’s pretty unsubstantial. However, we will finally have some toy news for Joe on the next show. So I was actually pretty excited about the exclusive Hoth Han and Leia 2-pack. I slept on it and know it looks to be sold out everywhere. It’s been a while since that happened. Yet another whole lotta nothing in the latest installment of Super7’s MOTU Q and A, but unfortunately there’s not much else for Masters. For Transformers, the US release of the War for Cybertron Seige figures probably tops the news. Haven’t seen them around here yet and haven’t watched any reviews, but I’m pretty excited. On a brighter note, there’s TOYS! Well except for, G.I. Joe. Yet again the only update is about the new Snake Eyes movie and even it’s pretty unsubstantial. However, we will finally have some toy news for Joe on the next show. So I was actually pretty excited about the exclusive Hoth Han and Leia 2-pack. I slept on it and know it looks to be sold out everywhere. It’s been a while since that happened. Yet another whole lotta nothing in the latest installment of Super7’s MOTU Q and A, but unfortunately there’s not much else for Masters. For Transformers, the US release of the War for Cybertron Seige figures probably tops the news. Haven’t seen them around here yet and haven’t watched any reviews, but I’m pretty excited. 02:07:40 TFCon, Lucca, WFC Seige, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2018 https://openyourtoys.com/2018/10/22/open-your-toys-cast-episode-152-not-in-the-mood https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-152.mp3 Instead of cleverly trying to incorporate my favorite things from the show into some sort of defeated pun or wordplay (see the blog post), I’m just going talk about them. While I thought DOTM Devastator was an abomination when he was first revealed, he has really grown on me. For that reason, I’m actually pretty excited for a Studio Series version of him. If you’re a Filmation fan, then start rejoicing. There’s a hell of a pre-order right now, including “Ultimate” versions of He-Man and Skeletor on vintage cards. Speaking of vintage packaging, the Sail Barge packaging is both absolutely ridiculous and a thing of beauty. And of course, with the just one piece of news, the only thing to link to for Joe is a terse description of the Snake Eyes movie. Podcasts Sun, 4 Nov 2018 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Instead of cleverly trying to incorporate my favorite things from the show into some sort of defeated pun or wordplay (see the blog post), I’m just going talk about them. While I thought DOTM Devastator was an abomination when he was first revealed, he has really grown on me. For that reason, I’m actually pretty excited for a Studio Series version of him. If you’re a Filmation fan, then start rejoicing. There’s a hell of a pre-order right now, including “Ultimate” versions of He-Man and Skeletor on vintage cards. Speaking of vintage packaging, the Sail Barge packaging is both absolutely ridiculous and a thing of beauty. And of course, with the just one piece of news, the only thing to link to for Joe is a terse description of the Snake Eyes movie. Instead of cleverly trying to incorporate my favorite things from the show into some sort of defeated pun or wordplay (see the blog post), I’m just going talk about them. While I thought DOTM Devastator was an abomination when he was first revealed, he has really grown on me. For that reason, I’m actually pretty excited for a Studio Series version of him. If you’re a Filmation fan, then start rejoicing. There’s a hell of a pre-order right now, including “Ultimate” versions of He-Man and Skeletor on vintage cards. Speaking of vintage packaging, the Sail Barge packaging is both absolutely ridiculous and a thing of beauty. And of course, with the just one piece of news, the only thing to link to for Joe is a terse description of the Snake Eyes movie. 02:28:50 NYCC, Exclusives, Super7, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2018 https://openyourtoys.com/2018/10/22/open-your-toys-cast-episode-151-10-years https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-151.mp3 Can you believe it? No, really, can you believe it? I can’t. Mrs. McFavorite and I started this after being married just under two years. We have since celebrated our 10th anniversary, had a beautiful daughter, seen her take her first steps, speak her first words, and now she’s in 1st grade. I had just started my last position as employee 13 and saw the company grow to 130. I went from the only designer to leading a team of 6 designers. Mrs. McFavorite has worked for two of the largest financial institutions in the world. My collection has grown from a few shelves to almost 5,000 pieces, much to Mrs. McFavorite’s chagrin. You know what hasn’t changed in 10 years? This show baby! Podcasts Mon, 22 Oct 2018 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Can you believe it? No, really, can you believe it? I can’t. Mrs. McFavorite and I started this after being married just under two years. We have since celebrated our 10th anniversary, had a beautiful daughter, seen her take her first steps, speak her first words, and now she’s in 1st grade. I had just started my last position as employee 13 and saw the company grow to 130. I went from the only designer to leading a team of 6 designers. Mrs. McFavorite has worked for two of the largest financial institutions in the world. My collection has grown from a few shelves to almost 5,000 pieces, much to Mrs. McFavorite’s chagrin. You know what hasn’t changed in 10 years? This show baby! Can you believe it? No, really, can you believe it? I can’t. Mrs. McFavorite and I started this after being married just under two years. We have since celebrated our 10th anniversary, had a beautiful daughter, seen her take her first steps, speak her first words, and now she’s in 1st grade. I had just started my last position as employee 13 and saw the company grow to 130. I went from the only designer to leading a team of 6 designers. Mrs. McFavorite has worked for two of the largest financial institutions in the world. My collection has grown from a few shelves to almost 5,000 pieces, much to Mrs. McFavorite’s chagrin. You know what hasn’t changed in 10 years? This show baby! 03:13:38 10th, Anniversary, Live, Call In, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2018 https://openyourtoys.com/2018/09/29/open-your-toys-cast-episode-150-overshadowing https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-150.mp3 To their credit Super7 is definitely living in the now. There’s not months and months of teases and in turn, complaining. We got Wave 2 and I’m loving them so far. Something that is a throwback, but just is absolutely blowing my mind is the new Grimlock statue. It does have some ties to the present because the ’86 movie was just played in over 500 theaters around the US and Canada, many that were sold out and that also just blows my mind. Similarly, something that is now, but the oldest school of all old school is the pretty amazing McQuarrie-inspired “The Star Wars” trailer. Lastly poor G.I. Joe had no news this week again. Can something be overshadowed if it has no presence at all? Podcasts Fri, 28 Sep 2018 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes To their credit Super7 is definitely living in the now. There’s not months and months of teases and in turn, complaining. We got Wave 2 and I’m loving them so far. Something that is a throwback, but just is absolutely blowing my mind is the new Grimlock statue. It does have some ties to the present because the ’86 movie was just played in over 500 theaters around the US and Canada, many that were sold out and that also just blows my mind. Similarly, something that is now, but the oldest school of all old school is the pretty amazing McQuarrie-inspired “The Star Wars” trailer. Lastly poor G.I. Joe had no news this week again. Can something be overshadowed if it has no presence at all? To their credit Super7 is definitely living in the now. There’s not months and months of teases and in turn, complaining. We got Wave 2 and I’m loving them so far. Something that is a throwback, but just is absolutely blowing my mind is the new Grimlock statue. It does have some ties to the present because the ’86 movie was just played in over 500 theaters around the US and Canada, many that were sold out and that also just blows my mind. Similarly, something that is now, but the oldest school of all old school is the pretty amazing McQuarrie-inspired “The Star Wars” trailer. Lastly poor G.I. Joe had no news this week again. Can something be overshadowed if it has no presence at all? 02:09:58 TFCon, McQuarrie, Sail Barge, Walmart, G1, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2018 https://openyourtoys.com/2018/09/03/open-your-toys-cast-episode-149-so-close https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-149.mp3 The amazing next wave of Super7 Classics is almost here. I’m am super ( pun intended :) ) excited for these, more so than the Filmation wave. Something that was imminent when I did the show notes and arrived the day before we recorded, was the latest installment of FSS 7.0. While Crystal Ball does have a little bit of giraffeness, he’s still a cult classic and in my opinion, this only adds to it. I have been counting the days until the special one-day screening of the ’86 Transformers movie. If you hadn’t notice, time has been somewhat of a running theme. If you wanna keep track of yours, there is no better way than a vintage Star Wars calendar. Podcasts Sat, 13 Sep 2018 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes The amazing next wave of Super7 Classics is almost here. I’m am super ( pun intended :) ) excited for these, more so than the Filmation wave. Something that was imminent when I did the show notes and arrived the day before we recorded, was the latest installment of FSS 7.0. While Crystal Ball does have a little bit of giraffeness, he’s still a cult classic and in my opinion, this only adds to it. I have been counting the days until the special one-day screening of the ’86 Transformers movie. If you hadn’t notice, time has been somewhat of a running theme. If you wanna keep track of yours, there is no better way than a vintage Star Wars calendar. The amazing next wave of Super7 Classics is almost here. I’m am super ( pun intended :) ) excited for these, more so than the Filmation wave. Something that was imminent when I did the show notes and arrived the day before we recorded, was the latest installment of FSS 7.0. While Crystal Ball does have a little bit of giraffeness, he’s still a cult classic and in my opinion, this only adds to it. I have been counting the days until the special one-day screening of the ’86 Transformers movie. If you hadn’t notice, time has been somewhat of a running theme. If you wanna keep track of yours, there is no better way than a vintage Star Wars calendar. 02:17:22 Fan Expo, Walmart, G1, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2018 https://openyourtoys.com/2018/09/03/open-your-toys-cast-episode-148-you-picked-a-fine-time https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-148.mp3 Something that was mildly divisive in the group, but I personally still love was the Cocks of the Universe. These customs/blind bags were shown/available at Power-Con and are definitely not for everyone. Something just as controversial, at least for our group, was the reveal of the new UCS/Master Builder Lego Star Wars Cloud City. New designs for a possible G.I. Joe mobile game also garnered some difference of opinion. Luckily we can all find some sort of common ground. Especially when it comes to these amazingly engineered custom Constructicon cassettes. Podcasts Mon, 3 Sep 2018 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Something that was mildly divisive in the group, but I personally still love was the Cocks of the Universe. These customs/blind bags were shown/available at Power-Con and are definitely not for everyone. Something just as controversial, at least for our group, was the reveal of the new UCS/Master Builder Lego Star Wars Cloud City. New designs for a possible G.I. Joe mobile game also garnered some difference of opinion. Luckily we can all find some sort of common ground. Especially when it comes to these amazingly engineered custom Constructicon cassettes. Something that was mildly divisive in the group, but I personally still love was the Cocks of the Universe. These customs/blind bags were shown/available at Power-Con and are definitely not for everyone. Something just as controversial, at least for our group, was the reveal of the new UCS/Master Builder Lego Star Wars Cloud City. New designs for a possible G.I. Joe mobile game also garnered some difference of opinion. Luckily we can all find some sort of common ground. Especially when it comes to these amazingly engineered custom Constructicon cassettes. 02:50:07 Power-Con, WFC, Cassettes, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2018 https://openyourtoys.com/2018/08/20/open-your-toys-cast-episode-147-its-about-time https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-147.mp3 When it comes to my most favorite things at SDCC this year, Joe is easy considering there were only really three things. The 1/4 scale Pop Culture Shock Storm Shadow is what a statue should be. Star Wars is easy too. The return of Clone Wars is easily the standout, but especially for a collector like me, the confirmation of animated-style figures is the true dream. Transformers was a bit of a mixed bag. The confirmation of the G1 reissues is great, but not the line-up I would have picked. The Cyberverse stuff is just crap. While I dig the WFC line, the price and size are killing me. The one shining exception is the gorgeous RID homaging Magnus. MOTU had some great reveals as well. However, it’s not the confirmation of Snake Mountain that was my favorite. I’ve always been a Mantenna fan, I especially always liked his Filmation character, as goofy as it was. So his Club Grayskull version is definitely the star of the show for me. Until next year. Podcasts Mon, 20 Aug 2018 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes When it comes to my most favorite things at SDCC this year, Joe is easy considering there were only really three things. The 1/4 scale Pop Culture Shock Storm Shadow is what a statue should be. Star Wars is easy too. The return of Clone Wars is easily the standout, but especially for a collector like me, the confirmation of animated-style figures is the true dream. Transformers was a bit of a mixed bag. The confirmation of the G1 reissues is great, but not the line-up I would have picked. The Cyberverse stuff is just crap. While I dig the WFC line, the price and size are killing me. The one shining exception is the gorgeous RID homaging Magnus. MOTU had some great reveals as well. However, it’s not the confirmation of Snake Mountain that was my favorite. I’ve always been a Mantenna fan, I especially always liked his Filmation character, as goofy as it was. So his Club Grayskull version is definitely the star of the show for me. Until next year. When it comes to my most favorite things at SDCC this year, Joe is easy considering there were only really three things. The 1/4 scale Pop Culture Shock Storm Shadow is what a statue should be. Star Wars is easy too. The return of Clone Wars is easily the standout, but especially for a collector like me, the confirmation of animated-style figures is the true dream. Transformers was a bit of a mixed bag. The confirmation of the G1 reissues is great, but not the line-up I would have picked. The Cyberverse stuff is just crap. While I dig the WFC line, the price and size are killing me. The one shining exception is the gorgeous RID homaging Magnus. MOTU had some great reveals as well. However, it’s not the confirmation of Snake Mountain that was my favorite. I’ve always been a Mantenna fan, I especially always liked his Filmation character, as goofy as it was. So his Club Grayskull version is definitely the star of the show for me. Until next year. 02:36:44 SDCC, WFC, Mondo, Clone Wars, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2018 https://openyourtoys.com/2018/07/23/open-your-toys-cast-episode-146-vacation-all-i-ever-wanted https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-146.mp3 I think a lot of people have misconceptions about how great a toy G1 Transformers were. With Walmarts reissues coming, I think they’ll be getting a wake-up call about how amazing modern Transformers are. There are huge expectations when it comes to Hasbro’s Sail Barge. Their newest update doesn’t disappoint. Super7 seems to be doing a lot of things right lately. This includes offering their most popular and now sold out SDCC exclusive for pre-order to non-attendees. Unfortunately, those pre-orders are now closed. Joe even has a bit news in this week of weeks for news. There are new posters available for pre-order. They’re cool propaganda ones to boot unfortunately, they’re “sky” based. Podcasts Sun, 22 Jul 2018 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I think a lot of people have misconceptions about how great a toy G1 Transformers were. With Walmarts reissues coming, I think they’ll be getting a wake-up call about how amazing modern Transformers are. There are huge expectations when it comes to Hasbro’s Sail Barge. Their newest update doesn’t disappoint. Super7 seems to be doing a lot of things right lately. This includes offering their most popular and now sold out SDCC exclusive for pre-order to non-attendees. Unfortunately, those pre-orders are now closed. Joe even has a bit news in this week of weeks for news. There are new posters available for pre-order. They’re cool propaganda ones to boot unfortunately, they’re “sky” based. I think a lot of people have misconceptions about how great a toy G1 Transformers were. With Walmarts reissues coming, I think they’ll be getting a wake-up call about how amazing modern Transformers are. There are huge expectations when it comes to Hasbro’s Sail Barge. Their newest update doesn’t disappoint. Super7 seems to be doing a lot of things right lately. This includes offering their most popular and now sold out SDCC exclusive for pre-order to non-attendees. Unfortunately, those pre-orders are now closed. Joe even has a bit news in this week of weeks for news. There are new posters available for pre-order. They’re cool propaganda ones to boot unfortunately, they’re “sky” based. 03:04:27 SDCC, Beast Wars, Laughing Adam, Masterpiece, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2018 https://openyourtoys.com/2018/07/09/open-your-toys-cast-episode-145-motivation/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-145.mp3 Convention exclusives used to motivate me, however this year the closest it gets is Laughing Adam from Super7. As amazing as it is, that’s a little sad. Masterpiece figures used to motivate me. Unfortunately, we’re over 40 deep and all the new ones are either repaints, Movieverse or Beastwars. New Star Wars movies used to motivate me. Now, that we get one every year, I’m just not that excited anymore. Jedi Temple Archive readers seem to feel the same way. It seems like no one is really motivated by G.I. Joe anymore except for me. Between the JoeCon exclusives and all the new announcements, I’m more motivated to collect Joe than any of the other lines right now. Podcasts Mon, 9 Jul 2018 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Convention exclusives used to motivate me, however this year the closest it gets is Laughing Adam from Super7. As amazing as it is, that’s a little sad. Masterpiece figures used to motivate me. Unfortunately, we’re over 40 deep and all the new ones are either repaints, Movieverse or Beastwars. New Star Wars movies used to motivate me. Now, that we get one every year, I’m just not that excited anymore. Jedi Temple Archive readers seem to feel the same way. It seems like no one is really motivated by G.I. Joe anymore except for me. Between the JoeCon exclusives and all the new announcements, I’m more motivated to collect Joe than any of the other lines right now. Convention exclusives used to motivate me, however this year the closest it gets is Laughing Adam from Super7. As amazing as it is, that’s a little sad. Masterpiece figures used to motivate me. Unfortunately, we’re over 40 deep and all the new ones are either repaints, Movieverse or Beastwars. New Star Wars movies used to motivate me. Now, that we get one every year, I’m just not that excited anymore. Jedi Temple Archive readers seem to feel the same way. It seems like no one is really motivated by G.I. Joe anymore except for me. Between the JoeCon exclusives and all the new announcements, I’m more motivated to collect Joe than any of the other lines right now. 03:16:07 SDCC, Beast Wars, Laughing Adam, Masterpiece, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2018 https://openyourtoys.com/2018/06/27/open-your-toys-cast-episode-144-lets-get-it-started/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-144.mp3 Companies are finally learning from their experience. Hasbro Toy Shop has finally listed their SDCC exclusives months in advance of the on-sale date that they also specified. Only took them 15 years to figure that out. Hasbro/Takara also seem to be learning from their past. The new MP Optimus Prime looks amazing. How many versions of it to you foresee buying? Super7 is a quick a learner as well. They have been fine-tuning their MOTU messaging through their He-Man.org Q and A. Unfortunately, to a point where they’re pretty much useless. A company that has never learned their lesson is FunPub. There’s not even a link on their site, but they have delayed their first FSS 7 shipment supposedly due to US Customs. Yet, they are delaying it for almost two months. JoeCon ran just as unsmoothly as usual as well. Considering this is their last year, I guess they’ll never learn. Podcasts Tue, 26 Jun 2018 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Companies are finally learning from their experience. Hasbro Toy Shop has finally listed their SDCC exclusives months in advance of the on-sale date that they also specified. Only took them 15 years to figure that out. Hasbro/Takara also seem to be learning from their past. The new MP Optimus Prime looks amazing. How many versions of it to you foresee buying? Super7 is a quick a learner as well. They have been fine-tuning their MOTU messaging through their He-Man.org Q and A. Unfortunately, to a point where they’re pretty much useless. A company that has never learned their lesson is FunPub. There’s not even a link on their site, but they have delayed their first FSS 7 shipment supposedly due to US Customs. Yet, they are delaying it for almost two months. JoeCon ran just as unsmoothly as usual as well. Considering this is their last year, I guess they’ll never learn. Companies are finally learning from their experience. Hasbro Toy Shop has finally listed their SDCC exclusives months in advance of the on-sale date that they also specified. Only took them 15 years to figure that out. Hasbro/Takara also seem to be learning from their past. The new MP Optimus Prime looks amazing. How many versions of it to you foresee buying? Super7 is a quick a learner as well. They have been fine-tuning their MOTU messaging through their He-Man.org Q and A. Unfortunately, to a point where they’re pretty much useless. A company that has never learned their lesson is FunPub. There’s not even a link on their site, but they have delayed their first FSS 7 shipment supposedly due to US Customs. Yet, they are delaying it for almost two months. JoeCon ran just as unsmoothly as usual as well. Considering this is their last year, I guess they’ll never learn. 02:52:35 Beast Wars, The Vintage Collection, Masterpiece, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2018 https://openyourtoys.com/2018/06/06/open-your-toys-cast-episode-143-oblivious/ https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-143.mp3 So many things to ensure that you’re not oblivious to. First, The Toys That Made Us is killing it. Their TF episode wasn’t perfect, but it was great. Something that has never been perfect, but I haven’t hated is the Joe movieverse. Looks like it will continue. MOTU had some great reveals of its own in the form of a couple new Mega Construx sets. EE has those and quite a bit of other MOTU items I was oblivious to. Finally, Lando is someone that was never a focus of mine, but his Skiff Guard disguise is something I couldn’t ignore. Okay, that was a stretch. Podcasts Tue, 5 Jun 2018 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes So many things to ensure that you’re not oblivious to. First, The Toys That Made Us is killing it. Their TF episode wasn’t perfect, but it was great. Something that has never been perfect, but I haven’t hated is the Joe movieverse. Looks like it will continue. MOTU had some great reveals of its own in the form of a couple new Mega Construx sets. EE has those and quite a bit of other MOTU items I was oblivious to. Finally, Lando is someone that was never a focus of mine, but his Skiff Guard disguise is something I couldn’t ignore. Okay, that was a stretch. So many things to ensure that you’re not oblivious to. First, The Toys That Made Us is killing it. Their TF episode wasn’t perfect, but it was great. Something that has never been perfect, but I haven’t hated is the Joe movieverse. Looks like it will continue. MOTU had some great reveals of its own in the form of a couple new Mega Construx sets. EE has those and quite a bit of other MOTU items I was oblivious to. Finally, Lando is someone that was never a focus of mine, but his Skiff Guard disguise is something I couldn’t ignore. Okay, that was a stretch. 02:53:54 Beast Wars, The Vintage Collection, Masterpiece, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2018 https://openyourtoys.com/2018/05/26/open-your-toys-cast-episode-142-i-love-you-man https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-142.mp3 Something I have never stopped looking for is the perfect version of Leia as Boushh. Is it weird I thought she was sexier as a bad-ass bounty rather than a submissive swimsuit model? This Legends-scale thing in Transformers seems to be neverending. However, I’ll never ask anyone to stop making Magnus figures. Something that is stopping is this FSS thing. I love Joe, I mean really love Joe, but how many of these characters do we need modern/$35 versions of? The Master’s movie seems unstoppable, even if some of us wish it would. Podcasts Fri, 25 May 2018 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Something I have never stopped looking for is the perfect version of Leia as Boushh. Is it weird I thought she was sexier as a bad-ass bounty rather than a submissive swimsuit model? This Legends-scale thing in Transformers seems to be neverending. However, I’ll never ask anyone to stop making Magnus figures. Something that is stopping is this FSS thing. I love Joe, I mean really love Joe, but how many of these characters do we need modern/$35 versions of? The Master’s movie seems unstoppable, even if some of us wish it would. Something I have never stopped looking for is the perfect version of Leia as Boushh. Is it weird I thought she was sexier as a bad-ass bounty rather than a submissive swimsuit model? This Legends-scale thing in Transformers seems to be neverending. However, I’ll never ask anyone to stop making Magnus figures. Something that is stopping is this FSS thing. I love Joe, I mean really love Joe, but how many of these characters do we need modern/$35 versions of? The Master’s movie seems unstoppable, even if some of us wish it would. 03:08:56 The Vintage Collection, Masterpiece, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2018 https://openyourtoys.com/2018/04/22/open-your-toys-cast-episode-141-i-hate-wasting https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-141.mp3 Something I didn’t waste any time or money on was the Solo toy drop that happened with barely a whisper from the community. If you’re hunting, Yakface.com did waste some time making a checklist just for you. For some, stop-motion animation may feel like a complete waste of time, especially considering it takes on average an hour to film one second. I really love it and I’m excited that a Joe stop-motion film festival is debuting in my hometown. Hopefully, something that is not a waste of time and money is Super7 being back in China doing QC reviews of the Power-Con Filmation exclusives. Our first taste wasn’t great. With these coming in just under $200 (with tax, shipping and handling) for three figures, they had better be on point. Looks like Takara wasted an opportunity with their Encore God Fire. This $270 abomination is being recalled due to some serious QC issues. Sorry for the longer than usual diatribe this time around, let’s not waste any more of your time. Podcasts Sun, 22 Apr 2018 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Something I didn’t waste any time or money on was the Solo toy drop that happened with barely a whisper from the community. If you’re hunting, Yakface.com did waste some time making a checklist just for you. For some, stop-motion animation may feel like a complete waste of time, especially considering it takes on average an hour to film one second. I really love it and I’m excited that a Joe stop-motion film festival is debuting in my hometown. Hopefully, something that is not a waste of time and money is Super7 being back in China doing QC reviews of the Power-Con Filmation exclusives. Our first taste wasn’t great. With these coming in just under $200 (with tax, shipping and handling) for three figures, they had better be on point. Looks like Takara wasted an opportunity with their Encore God Fire. This $270 abomination is being recalled due to some serious QC issues. Sorry for the longer than usual diatribe this time around, let’s not waste any more of your time. Something I didn’t waste any time or money on was the Solo toy drop that happened with barely a whisper from the community. If you’re hunting, Yakface.com did waste some time making a checklist just for you. For some, stop-motion animation may feel like a complete waste of time, especially considering it takes on average an hour to film one second. I really love it and I’m excited that a Joe stop-motion film festival is debuting in my hometown. Hopefully, something that is not a waste of time and money is Super7 being back in China doing QC reviews of the Power-Con Filmation exclusives. Our first taste wasn’t great. With these coming in just under $200 (with tax, shipping and handling) for three figures, they had better be on point. Looks like Takara wasted an opportunity with their Encore God Fire. This $270 abomination is being recalled due to some serious QC issues. Sorry for the longer than usual diatribe this time around, let’s not waste any more of your time. 02:55:30 Solo, Power-Con, JoeCon, Super7, The Barge, The Vintage Collection, Masterpiece, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2018 https://openyourtoys.com/2018/04/01/open-your-toys-cast-episode-140-dont-be-down-on-yourself https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-140.mp3 I guess there is always another day, unless your Toys”R”Us. Their last day is coming. We talk about what that means and what the first day of the liquidation looked like. IDW’s Transformers run is also coming to an end. It’s a conclusion to an era and I’m excited for the next incarnation. Another thing that is approaching its last day is G.I. Joe Collectors’ Club. You can now purchase their last incentive figure. Something that looks like it has many days to come is HasLab. Their flagship product has been back by over 5,000 people. The Star Wars 3.75 community came together and crowdfunded a 2.5 million dollar project. Another thing that continues to have its day is Power-Con. This small but passionate convention consistently brings it and this year is no different. 3 Filmation exclusives are coming our way. They definitely have the power. Podcasts Sat, 31 Mar 2018 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I guess there is always another day, unless your Toys”R”Us. Their last day is coming. We talk about what that means and what the first day of the liquidation looked like. IDW’s Transformers run is also coming to an end. It’s a conclusion to an era and I’m excited for the next incarnation. Another thing that is approaching its last day is G.I. Joe Collectors’ Club. You can now purchase their last incentive figure. Something that looks like it has many days to come is HasLab. Their flagship product has been back by over 5,000 people. The Star Wars 3.75 community came together and crowdfunded a 2.5 million dollar project. Another thing that continues to have its day is Power-Con. This small but passionate convention consistently brings it and this year is no different. 3 Filmation exclusives are coming our way. They definitely have the power. I guess there is always another day, unless your Toys”R”Us. Their last day is coming. We talk about what that means and what the first day of the liquidation looked like. IDW’s Transformers run is also coming to an end. It’s a conclusion to an era and I’m excited for the next incarnation. Another thing that is approaching its last day is G.I. Joe Collectors’ Club. You can now purchase their last incentive figure. Something that looks like it has many days to come is HasLab. Their flagship product has been back by over 5,000 people. The Star Wars 3.75 community came together and crowdfunded a 2.5 million dollar project. Another thing that continues to have its day is Power-Con. This small but passionate convention consistently brings it and this year is no different. 3 Filmation exclusives are coming our way. They definitely have the power. 02:36:06 Power-Con, Toy Fair, JoeCon, Super7, The Barge, The Vintage Collection, Masterpiece, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2018 https://openyourtoys.com/2018/02/26/open-your-toys-cast-episode-139-i-dont-wanna-grow-up https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-139.mp3 I actually appreciate obsession. I feel it can be healthy if taken with a grain of salt. Kind of like this Hasbro Abominus. It looks amazing, but that’s probably not the truth. It’s most likely going to be very mediocre. If your Star Wars EU obsession hasn’t been satisfied, now you can buy Darth Revan by the case. With Super7 not really pushing the envelope, or even maintaining the quality of MOTUC, Masters fans may find their new obsession in these upcoming Mondo figs. Finally, it’s an interesting paradigm when one boxset has figures you are completely obsessed with and figures you could completely care less about. Great job G.I. Joe Collectors’ Club. Podcasts Wed, 14 Mar 2018 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I actually appreciate obsession. I feel it can be healthy if taken with a grain of salt. Kind of like this Hasbro Abominus. It looks amazing, but that’s probably not the truth. It’s most likely going to be very mediocre. If your Star Wars EU obsession hasn’t been satisfied, now you can buy Darth Revan by the case. With Super7 not really pushing the envelope, or even maintaining the quality of MOTUC, Masters fans may find their new obsession in these upcoming Mondo figs. Finally, it’s an interesting paradigm when one boxset has figures you are completely obsessed with and figures you could completely care less about. Great job G.I. Joe Collectors’ Club. I actually appreciate obsession. I feel it can be healthy if taken with a grain of salt. Kind of like this Hasbro Abominus. It looks amazing, but that’s probably not the truth. It’s most likely going to be very mediocre. If your Star Wars EU obsession hasn’t been satisfied, now you can buy Darth Revan by the case. With Super7 not really pushing the envelope, or even maintaining the quality of MOTUC, Masters fans may find their new obsession in these upcoming Mondo figs. Finally, it’s an interesting paradigm when one boxset has figures you are completely obsessed with and figures you could completely care less about. Great job G.I. Joe Collectors’ Club. 02:33:49 Power of the Primes, Mondo, JoeCon, Super7, The Vintage Collection, Masterpiece, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2018 https://openyourtoys.com/2018/02/18/open-your-toys-cast-episode-138-why-all-the-hate https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-138.mp3 Negativity really seems to rear its ugly head when there are new reveals. Our community seems to thrive on love and hate. Either loving to love or loving to hate. Something I really love is the new Black Series Gamorrean Guard. What I am kinda hating right now is the proliferation of stylized collectibles. Funko, Loyal Subjects, and now What Not Toys with their new Joe line capitalize on this need to express fandom. However, I do love that we’re getting more of these little stylized Masters guys. Something I’m saving my hate for is Hasbro’s new Cyberverse cartoon and corresponding figures. I’m sure I’ll find something positive about them. Podcasts Sun, 25 Feb 2018 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Negativity really seems to rear its ugly head when there are new reveals. Our community seems to thrive on love and hate. Either loving to love or loving to hate. Something I really love is the new Black Series Gamorrean Guard. What I am kinda hating right now is the proliferation of stylized collectibles. Funko, Loyal Subjects, and now What Not Toys with their new Joe line capitalize on this need to express fandom. However, I do love that we’re getting more of these little stylized Masters guys. Something I’m saving my hate for is Hasbro’s new Cyberverse cartoon and corresponding figures. I’m sure I’ll find something positive about them. Negativity really seems to rear its ugly head when there are new reveals. Our community seems to thrive on love and hate. Either loving to love or loving to hate. Something I really love is the new Black Series Gamorrean Guard. What I am kinda hating right now is the proliferation of stylized collectibles. Funko, Loyal Subjects, and now What Not Toys with their new Joe line capitalize on this need to express fandom. However, I do love that we’re getting more of these little stylized Masters guys. Something I’m saving my hate for is Hasbro’s new Cyberverse cartoon and corresponding figures. I’m sure I’ll find something positive about them. 02:40:35 Toy Fair, Wonderfest, Stranger Things, Super7, The Vintage Collection, Masterpiece, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2018 https://openyourtoys.com/2018/02/18/open-your-toys-cast-episode-137-whats-your-hurry https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-137.mp3 Are we talking about Toy Fair this show? No, not yet, we’re still a couple weeks behind, but that’s okay. However, we still have some amazing news this time around. I’m absolutely loving this year’s JoeCon set. While Marauders aren’t my thing, the club is absolutely killing it. Hasbro is also killing Star Wars, literally. They are killing the line with all of their superfluous crap. Is the Masters movie dead again? Not necessarily, but David Goyer is definitely out. Something I can’t wait to come out is MMC’s Bruticus. If this Vortex is any kind of precedent, MMC’s Bruticus will kill it. Podcasts Sun, 18 Feb 2018 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Are we talking about Toy Fair this show? No, not yet, we’re still a couple weeks behind, but that’s okay. However, we still have some amazing news this time around. I’m absolutely loving this year’s JoeCon set. While Marauders aren’t my thing, the club is absolutely killing it. Hasbro is also killing Star Wars, literally. They are killing the line with all of their superfluous crap. Is the Masters movie dead again? Not necessarily, but David Goyer is definitely out. Something I can’t wait to come out is MMC’s Bruticus. If this Vortex is any kind of precedent, MMC’s Bruticus will kill it. Are we talking about Toy Fair this show? No, not yet, we’re still a couple weeks behind, but that’s okay. However, we still have some amazing news this time around. I’m absolutely loving this year’s JoeCon set. While Marauders aren’t my thing, the club is absolutely killing it. Hasbro is also killing Star Wars, literally. They are killing the line with all of their superfluous crap. Is the Masters movie dead again? Not necessarily, but David Goyer is definitely out. Something I can’t wait to come out is MMC’s Bruticus. If this Vortex is any kind of precedent, MMC’s Bruticus will kill it. 02:40:35 Super7, The Vintage Collection, Masterpiece, She-Ra, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2018 https://openyourtoys.com/2018/02/06/open-your-toys-cast-episode-136-your-platform https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-136.mp3 The G.I. Joe Collectors’ Club has had an international platform for 25 years. Not that they’re using it to end hunger or anything, but I for one will miss them. They released their last JoeCon brochure and I was ecstatic about Python Patrol, but a little sad too. The creators of the new She-Ra cartoon are using their social media platforms to spread some news about the upcoming Netflix show. The Star Wars team at Hasbro has another chance with The Vintage Collection and this is the best Wave 1 they could come up with? I was really hoping we would have a Transformers story about Hasbro hitting it out of the park to counter my previous link, but alas it’s all 3rd party. At least this TLK Hound upgrade kit is an example of using someone else’s platform. Podcasts Mon, 5 Feb 2018 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes The G.I. Joe Collectors’ Club has had an international platform for 25 years. Not that they’re using it to end hunger or anything, but I for one will miss them. They released their last JoeCon brochure and I was ecstatic about Python Patrol, but a little sad too. The creators of the new She-Ra cartoon are using their social media platforms to spread some news about the upcoming Netflix show. The Star Wars team at Hasbro has another chance with The Vintage Collection and this is the best Wave 1 they could come up with? I was really hoping we would have a Transformers story about Hasbro hitting it out of the park to counter my previous link, but alas it’s all 3rd party. At least this TLK Hound upgrade kit is an example of using someone else’s platform. The G.I. Joe Collectors’ Club has had an international platform for 25 years. Not that they’re using it to end hunger or anything, but I for one will miss them. They released their last JoeCon brochure and I was ecstatic about Python Patrol, but a little sad too. The creators of the new She-Ra cartoon are using their social media platforms to spread some news about the upcoming Netflix show. The Star Wars team at Hasbro has another chance with The Vintage Collection and this is the best Wave 1 they could come up with? I was really hoping we would have a Transformers story about Hasbro hitting it out of the park to counter my previous link, but alas it’s all 3rd party. At least this TLK Hound upgrade kit is an example of using someone else’s platform. 02:19:13 Super7, The Vintage Collection, Masterpiece, She-Ra, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2018 https://openyourtoys.com/2018/01/26/open-your-toys-cast-episode-135-the-reckoning https://OpenYourToys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-135.mp3 What’s next for you? If you’re a Joe fan, the Nok Stinger from the club will be the first official vehicle hitting since last year’s Joecon and it a beaut. The next TRU Masterpiece figure is in their system and we’re not talking Ironhide, well we might be, but not the Ironhide you think. I don’t know if this is our next oversized MOTUC toy, but one of my all-time favorites was number 1 on He-Man.org’s crazy multi-round poll thing. You can’t very well have Hordak without his Mantisaur, right? Our friends over at Jedi Temple Archives always seem to know what’s coming next for the big SW. Check out this casual hint to look back on some older posts. Podcasts Thu, 25 Jan 2018 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes What’s next for you? If you’re a Joe fan, the Nok Stinger from the club will be the first official vehicle hitting since last year’s Joecon and it a beaut. The next TRU Masterpiece figure is in their system and we’re not talking Ironhide, well we might be, but not the Ironhide you think. I don’t know if this is our next oversized MOTUC toy, but one of my all-time favorites was number 1 on He-Man.org’s crazy multi-round poll thing. You can’t very well have Hordak without his Mantisaur, right? Our friends over at Jedi Temple Archives always seem to know what’s coming next for the big SW. Check out this casual hint to look back on some older posts. What’s next for you? If you’re a Joe fan, the Nok Stinger from the club will be the first official vehicle hitting since last year’s Joecon and it a beaut. The next TRU Masterpiece figure is in their system and we’re not talking Ironhide, well we might be, but not the Ironhide you think. I don’t know if this is our next oversized MOTUC toy, but one of my all-time favorites was number 1 on He-Man.org’s crazy multi-round poll thing. You can’t very well have Hordak without his Mantisaur, right? Our friends over at Jedi Temple Archives always seem to know what’s coming next for the big SW. Check out this casual hint to look back on some older posts. 02:39:07 Super7, Black Series, Masterpiece, The Last Jedi, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2018 https://openyourtoys.com/2018/01/13/open-your-toys-cast-episode-134-end-of-the-line https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-134.mp3 I do know I love little guys, I know I love Duocons. So these little guys are a no-brainer. Seems like most people know Hasbro is really killing it with their Legends line. From some of the cheapest toys out there to one of the most expensive. We know, for now at least, everytime the UCS Falcon goes up, it’s going to continue to sell out. That’s just crazy knowing it’s $799 price tag. No new toy news for MOTU or Joe, but at least there’s something for each. Nothing to really know yet, but She-Ra is going to have a little anime flava to her and Joe is going to be rebooted in 2020. Podcasts Fri, 12 Jan 2018 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I do know I love little guys, I know I love Duocons. So these little guys are a no-brainer. Seems like most people know Hasbro is really killing it with their Legends line. From some of the cheapest toys out there to one of the most expensive. We know, for now at least, everytime the UCS Falcon goes up, it’s going to continue to sell out. That’s just crazy knowing it’s $799 price tag. No new toy news for MOTU or Joe, but at least there’s something for each. Nothing to really know yet, but She-Ra is going to have a little anime flava to her and Joe is going to be rebooted in 2020. I do know I love little guys, I know I love Duocons. So these little guys are a no-brainer. Seems like most people know Hasbro is really killing it with their Legends line. From some of the cheapest toys out there to one of the most expensive. We know, for now at least, everytime the UCS Falcon goes up, it’s going to continue to sell out. That’s just crazy knowing it’s $799 price tag. No new toy news for MOTU or Joe, but at least there’s something for each. Nothing to really know yet, but She-Ra is going to have a little anime flava to her and Joe is going to be rebooted in 2020. 03:02:12 Duocons, She-Ra, Netflix, The Last Jedi, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2018 https://openyourtoys.com/2017/12/26/open-your-toys-cast-episode-133-merry-kiss-my-ass/ https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-133.mp3 You know what I love? That we are getting more Mega Construx Masters guys. I really enjoyed the He-Man and Skeletor courtesy of AliasAngelAlias and Lil’ Miss McFavorite. I also dig the Megatron Rules option on the upcoming G2 Megs. Not quite sure how I feel about a female Snake Eyes, but I do love that her premiere issue sold out. Something I have no doubt about loving is this ridiculously limited Echo Base collection from Columbia. The Han Paraka might be my favorite jacket ever. Podcasts Mon, 25 Dec 2017 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes You know what I love? That we are getting more Mega Construx Masters guys. I really enjoyed the He-Man and Skeletor courtesy of AliasAngelAlias and Lil’ Miss McFavorite. I also dig the Megatron Rules option on the upcoming G2 Megs. Not quite sure how I feel about a female Snake Eyes, but I do love that her premiere issue sold out. Something I have no doubt about loving is this ridiculously limited Echo Base collection from Columbia. The Han Paraka might be my favorite jacket ever. You know what I love? That we are getting more Mega Construx Masters guys. I really enjoyed the He-Man and Skeletor courtesy of AliasAngelAlias and Lil’ Miss McFavorite. I also dig the Megatron Rules option on the upcoming G2 Megs. Not quite sure how I feel about a female Snake Eyes, but I do love that her premiere issue sold out. Something I have no doubt about loving is this ridiculously limited Echo Base collection from Columbia. The Han Paraka might be my favorite jacket ever. 02:05:02 Power of the Primes, Mega Construx, Bumblebee, Lego, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2017 https://openyourtoys.com/2017/12/14/open-your-toys-cast-episode-132-incoming/ https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-132.mp3 It’s time we get some MOTU movie news. We possibly have a director and I’m personally excited. I’m also excited that the AT-ACT has hit a reasonable price. It’s about time. Who would have ever thought Street Fighter Transformers would get the time of day. They did, unfortunately. Something else that is unfortunate is the FSS 7.0 Crystal Ball. My god GJCC, please don’t mess up this time. Podcasts Thu, 14 Dec 2017 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes It’s time we get some MOTU movie news. We possibly have a director and I’m personally excited. I’m also excited that the AT-ACT has hit a reasonable price. It’s about time. Who would have ever thought Street Fighter Transformers would get the time of day. They did, unfortunately. Something else that is unfortunate is the FSS 7.0 Crystal Ball. My god GJCC, please don’t mess up this time. It’s time we get some MOTU movie news. We possibly have a director and I’m personally excited. I’m also excited that the AT-ACT has hit a reasonable price. It’s about time. Who would have ever thought Street Fighter Transformers would get the time of day. They did, unfortunately. Something else that is unfortunate is the FSS 7.0 Crystal Ball. My god GJCC, please don’t mess up this time. 02:31:37 Power of the Primes, James Eatock, Kickstarter, Masterpiece, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2017 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1606 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-131.mp3 Something that is evident is that we’ll never get this under two hours. Especially when we have very divisive things to talk about like the Make America Great Again Jazz. Something that has been less divisive than usual, but still has to have just a little drama is the new FSS 7.0. I still love it! How is it that Joe has more news than MOTU? A minicomic we have talked about since Power-Con is literally the only official MOTU news. Something never at a loss for news is good’ole Star Wars. We talk about the new trilogy and the possibility of a new TV show. Podcasts Sun, 26 Nov 2017 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Something that is evident is that we’ll never get this under two hours. Especially when we have very divisive things to talk about like the Make America Great Again Jazz. Something that has been less divisive than usual, but still has to have just a little drama is the new FSS 7.0. I still love it! How is it that Joe has more news than MOTU? A minicomic we have talked about since Power-Con is literally the only official MOTU news. Something never at a loss for news is good’ole Star Wars. We talk about the new trilogy and the possibility of a new TV show. Something that is evident is that we’ll never get this under two hours. Especially when we have very divisive things to talk about like the Make America Great Again Jazz. Something that has been less divisive than usual, but still has to have just a little drama is the new FSS 7.0. I still love it! How is it that Joe has more news than MOTU? A minicomic we have talked about since Power-Con is literally the only official MOTU news. Something never at a loss for news is good’ole Star Wars. We talk about the new trilogy and the possibility of a new TV show. 02:15:49 Make America Great Again, Power of the Primes, James Eatock, Kickstarter, Masterpiece, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2017 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1601 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-130.mp3 How good is the new Solo movie? The reality, at least Lucasfilm’s, is 20%. Can Ron Howard “save” the other 80%? The G.I. Joe Collectors’ Club FSS 7.0 is real and it’s spectacular. Something less spectacular, but still incredibly welcomed is the return of WTFWTK or now simply known as the Super7 Q and A over at He-Man.org. Being old school, there is definitely something very real about print. That’s why all of those Takara rumors never seem like reality until the newest Figure King scans. Podcasts Sun, 12 Nov 2017 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes How good is the new Solo movie? The reality, at least Lucasfilm’s, is 20%. Can Ron Howard “save” the other 80%? The G.I. Joe Collectors’ Club FSS 7.0 is real and it’s spectacular. Something less spectacular, but still incredibly welcomed is the return of WTFWTK or now simply known as the Super7 Q and A over at He-Man.org. Being old school, there is definitely something very real about print. That’s why all of those Takara rumors never seem like reality until the newest Figure King scans. How good is the new Solo movie? The reality, at least Lucasfilm’s, is 20%. Can Ron Howard “save” the other 80%? The G.I. Joe Collectors’ Club FSS 7.0 is real and it’s spectacular. Something less spectacular, but still incredibly welcomed is the return of WTFWTK or now simply known as the Super7 Q and A over at He-Man.org. Being old school, there is definitely something very real about print. That’s why all of those Takara rumors never seem like reality until the newest Figure King scans. 02:20:54 Solo, Power of the Primes, Super7, Kickstarter, Figure King, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2017 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1587 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-129.mp3 For this year's Halloween decorations, I think this “life-size” Skeletor is possibly my favorite yet, with that ridiculous 9 foot T-Rex skeleton a close second. Something I do have a little history with is God Fire Convoy. Granted it was the American version, but this is not a good toy and at almost $300, please know your history. Do you want to do an homage? This year’s exclusive Cobra Missile Command Center killed it in my opinion. Find out about all the love that went into this thing. Lastly, while I really enjoyed The Force Awakens, I feel the fanboys’ concern of it being a little too similar to A New Hope. Now with The Last Jedi looking to be a return to the “Dark Side”, critics are all jumping on the possibility of it mirroring the Empire Strikes Back. All though still my favorite, I for one hope we see this trilogy blaze its own path and not repeat history, even if it is a beloved, successful history. Podcasts Mon, 30 Oct 2017 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes For this year's Halloween decorations, I think this “life-size” Skeletor is possibly my favorite yet, with that ridiculous 9 foot T-Rex skeleton a close second. Something I do have a little history with is God Fire Convoy. Granted it was the American version, but this is not a good toy and at almost $300, please know your history. Do you want to do an homage? This year’s exclusive Cobra Missile Command Center killed it in my opinion. Find out about all the love that went into this thing. Lastly, while I really enjoyed The Force Awakens, I feel the fanboys’ concern of it being a little too similar to A New Hope. Now with The Last Jedi looking to be a return to the “Dark Side”, critics are all jumping on the possibility of it mirroring the Empire Strikes Back. All though still my favorite, I for one hope we see this trilogy blaze its own path and not repeat history, even if it is a beloved, successful history. For this year's Halloween decorations, I think this “life-size” Skeletor is possibly my favorite yet, with that ridiculous 9 foot T-Rex skeleton a close second. Something I do have a little history with is God Fire Convoy. Granted it was the American version, but this is not a good toy and at almost $300, please know your history. Do you want to do an homage? This year’s exclusive Cobra Missile Command Center killed it in my opinion. Find out about all the love that went into this thing. Lastly, while I really enjoyed The Force Awakens, I feel the fanboys’ concern of it being a little too similar to A New Hope. Now with The Last Jedi looking to be a return to the “Dark Side”, critics are all jumping on the possibility of it mirroring the Empire Strikes Back. All though still my favorite, I for one hope we see this trilogy blaze its own path and not repeat history, even if it is a beloved, successful history. 02:30:14 NYCC, Power of the Primes, MOTUC, Kickstarter, The Last Jedi, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2017 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1582 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-128.mp3 While there were not many new reveals, seeing the most 3rd party stuff I’d ever seen in one place, really got my juices going. Vern’s too, but that’s something for the next episode. Here are some things that are now on my bucket list after TFCon. First is FaaaaansToooooys Terminus Giganticus. That is a MP-scaled Grimlock coming up to his knee, HIS KNEE. At the opposite end of the spectrum, you have the cutest Bruticus you have ever seen. Iron Factory killed it with that one. I’m kinda like Bobby Skullface when it comes to Tetra Jets, something about the first episode’s designs just does it for me. Even Soundwave’s goofy lamp post alt-mode. So it’s nice to see someone else focusing on that aesthetic. Last, but certainly not least, is this Ultimetal Ultra Magnus. This behemoth is almost indescribable, except Lotus does an amazing job of it in his almost one hour review of this collection centrepiece. Podcasts Thu, 19 Oct 2017 11:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes While there were not many new reveals, seeing the most 3rd party stuff I’d ever seen in one place, really got my juices going. Vern’s too, but that’s something for the next episode. Here are some things that are now on my bucket list after TFCon. First is FaaaaansToooooys Terminus Giganticus. That is a MP-scaled Grimlock coming up to his knee, HIS KNEE. At the opposite end of the spectrum, you have the cutest Bruticus you have ever seen. Iron Factory killed it with that one. I’m kinda like Bobby Skullface when it comes to Tetra Jets, something about the first episode’s designs just does it for me. Even Soundwave’s goofy lamp post alt-mode. So it’s nice to see someone else focusing on that aesthetic. Last, but certainly not least, is this Ultimetal Ultra Magnus. This behemoth is almost indescribable, except Lotus does an amazing job of it in his almost one hour review of this collection centrepiece. While there were not many new reveals, seeing the most 3rd party stuff I’d ever seen in one place, really got my juices going. Vern’s too, but that’s something for the next episode. Here are some things that are now on my bucket list after TFCon. First is FaaaaansToooooys Terminus Giganticus. That is a MP-scaled Grimlock coming up to his knee, HIS KNEE. At the opposite end of the spectrum, you have the cutest Bruticus you have ever seen. Iron Factory killed it with that one. I’m kinda like Bobby Skullface when it comes to Tetra Jets, something about the first episode’s designs just does it for me. Even Soundwave’s goofy lamp post alt-mode. So it’s nice to see someone else focusing on that aesthetic. Last, but certainly not least, is this Ultimetal Ultra Magnus. This behemoth is almost indescribable, except Lotus does an amazing job of it in his almost one hour review of this collection centrepiece. 01:04:38 TFCon, Maketoys, DC, Fans Toys, 3rd Party, Shattered Cast, action figures, toys, 2017 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1571 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-127.mp3 Hascon is definitely cultivating a new community. It will be interesting to see how they follow up what could be considered a very successful first run at the con biz. The Star Wars community has spoken (or maybe just Kathleen and Lucasfilm) and Abrams is back for the conclusion of the sequel trilogy. Oh hey, Masters fans, remember bitching about the price hikes on MOTUC? How do you like the now consistent $35 dollar price tag? Yeah, I don’t like it either. Just think if we could have been a kinder more gentle community in the first place. With no new product next year for a crazy big community like G.I. Joe, is Marauder John’s stuff our future? Time will only tell. Podcasts Wed, 4 Oct 2017 11:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Hascon is definitely cultivating a new community. It will be interesting to see how they follow up what could be considered a very successful first run at the con biz. The Star Wars community has spoken (or maybe just Kathleen and Lucasfilm) and Abrams is back for the conclusion of the sequel trilogy. Oh hey, Masters fans, remember bitching about the price hikes on MOTUC? How do you like the now consistent $35 dollar price tag? Yeah, I don’t like it either. Just think if we could have been a kinder more gentle community in the first place. With no new product next year for a crazy big community like G.I. Joe, is Marauder John’s stuff our future? Time will only tell. Hascon is definitely cultivating a new community. It will be interesting to see how they follow up what could be considered a very successful first run at the con biz. The Star Wars community has spoken (or maybe just Kathleen and Lucasfilm) and Abrams is back for the conclusion of the sequel trilogy. Oh hey, Masters fans, remember bitching about the price hikes on MOTUC? How do you like the now consistent $35 dollar price tag? Yeah, I don’t like it either. Just think if we could have been a kinder more gentle community in the first place. With no new product next year for a crazy big community like G.I. Joe, is Marauder John’s stuff our future? Time will only tell. 03:18:13 Hascon, Power-Con, Four Horsemen, Boss Fight, Super7, Black Series, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2017 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1561 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-126.mp3 We talk about some things I would have definitely done differently. Take the Takara Tomy 10th Anniversary Movie line, please? Really, only a couple of hard to find figures? What about all those other hard, nay, impossible-to-find figures like DOTM Deluxe Soundwave or Leadfoot? Something else I would like to see done differently is the news updates from Power-Con. We didn’t even get some real confirmations until the hardest working man in the community put out his video. Considering the only two figures I really want from FSS 6.0 are Sub-Zero and Dojo, man, those head accessories. Could a hood and mask look worse? Lastly, something we won’t know about for at least a year, but something Kathleen Kennedy would and did do differently was the Han Solo movie and now Episode IX. I personally can’t wait for their releases so we can hopefully hear the dirt. However, it might be even longer. Podcasts Tue, 19 Sep 2017 00:00:01 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes We talk about some things I would have definitely done differently. Take the Takara Tomy 10th Anniversary Movie line, please? Really, only a couple of hard to find figures? What about all those other hard, nay, impossible-to-find figures like DOTM Deluxe Soundwave or Leadfoot? Something else I would like to see done differently is the news updates from Power-Con. We didn’t even get some real confirmations until the hardest working man in the community put out his video. Considering the only two figures I really want from FSS 6.0 are Sub-Zero and Dojo, man, those head accessories. Could a hood and mask look worse? Lastly, something we won’t know about for at least a year, but something Kathleen Kennedy would and did do differently was the Han Solo movie and now Episode IX. I personally can’t wait for their releases so we can hopefully hear the dirt. However, it might be even longer. We talk about some things I would have definitely done differently. Take the Takara Tomy 10th Anniversary Movie line, please? Really, only a couple of hard to find figures? What about all those other hard, nay, impossible-to-find figures like DOTM Deluxe Soundwave or Leadfoot? Something else I would like to see done differently is the news updates from Power-Con. We didn’t even get some real confirmations until the hardest working man in the community put out his video. Considering the only two figures I really want from FSS 6.0 are Sub-Zero and Dojo, man, those head accessories. Could a hood and mask look worse? Lastly, something we won’t know about for at least a year, but something Kathleen Kennedy would and did do differently was the Han Solo movie and now Episode IX. I personally can’t wait for their releases so we can hopefully hear the dirt. However, it might be even longer. 03:00:47 Hascon, Power-Con, Four Horsemen, Boss Fight, Super7, Black Series, Tonnika, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2017 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1552 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-125.mp3 What do we do when we have possibly the shortest show ever? We talk, and talk, and talk and still go two and half-hours. What can I say, when talking toys the time flies. We gab about the Galaxy Meteor cancellation or not. I gush about James Eatock publishing an unreleased vintage minicomic for Power-Con. We get a little insight into likeness rights from a Tonnika Sister. And even Joe had a story. It may not be the end times, but your prayers and positive thoughts are always welcome. Podcasts Fri, 8 Sep 2017 00:00:01 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes What do we do when we have possibly the shortest show ever? We talk, and talk, and talk and still go two and half-hours. What can I say, when talking toys the time flies. We gab about the Galaxy Meteor cancellation or not. I gush about James Eatock publishing an unreleased vintage minicomic for Power-Con. We get a little insight into likeness rights from a Tonnika Sister. And even Joe had a story. It may not be the end times, but your prayers and positive thoughts are always welcome. What do we do when we have possibly the shortest show ever? We talk, and talk, and talk and still go two and half-hours. What can I say, when talking toys the time flies. We gab about the Galaxy Meteor cancellation or not. I gush about James Eatock publishing an unreleased vintage minicomic for Power-Con. We get a little insight into likeness rights from a Tonnika Sister. And even Joe had a story. It may not be the end times, but your prayers and positive thoughts are always welcome. 02:25:03 Hascon, Power-Con, Four Horsemen, Boss Fight, Super7, Black Series, Tonnika, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2017 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1529 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-124.mp3 As it turns out, we spent about 5 hours to get there and about 8 hours to get back from our total eclipse experience. Spending about $200 total. Beyond worth it in my opinion. On this show we have something that is definitely worth it, Colorado Springs Comic Con. Just check out that guest list. Mattel continues to try to make what is quickly becoming their tired product worth it with their new subscription service. Something that is finally almost worth it is the AT-ACT. When it comes to Transformers, don’t ever pay secondary market prices, it’s not worth it and we talk about why. Podcasts Tue, 22 Aug 2017 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes As it turns out, we spent about 5 hours to get there and about 8 hours to get back from our total eclipse experience. Spending about $200 total. Beyond worth it in my opinion. On this show we have something that is definitely worth it, Colorado Springs Comic Con. Just check out that guest list. Mattel continues to try to make what is quickly becoming their tired product worth it with their new subscription service. Something that is finally almost worth it is the AT-ACT. When it comes to Transformers, don’t ever pay secondary market prices, it’s not worth it and we talk about why. As it turns out, we spent about 5 hours to get there and about 8 hours to get back from our total eclipse experience. Spending about $200 total. Beyond worth it in my opinion. On this show we have something that is definitely worth it, Colorado Springs Comic Con. Just check out that guest list. Mattel continues to try to make what is quickly becoming their tired product worth it with their new subscription service. Something that is finally almost worth it is the AT-ACT. When it comes to Transformers, don’t ever pay secondary market prices, it’s not worth it and we talk about why. 03:05:18 SDCC, Comic-Con, Comic Con, Four Horsemen, Boss Fight, Super7, Black Series, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2017 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1526 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-123.mp3 Feel like joining me in throwing away hundreds of dollars? Check out the "Super Fan" experiences for Hascon coming up in less than a month. Other things that would have cost you hundreds of dollars are these amazing test shots of canceled Joe figures. They had to be snow-themed, tear. Something that adds a little value, but still brings a tear to my eye for what they could have been are the gorgeous faux mini-comic covers accompanying the new Ultimates. Lastly, probably the best way to use hundreds of dollars is going to be visiting Star Wars Galaxy's Edge. This looks like it is going to be amazing! Podcasts Tue, 8 Aug 2017 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Feel like joining me in throwing away hundreds of dollars? Check out the "Super Fan" experiences for Hascon coming up in less than a month. Other things that would have cost you hundreds of dollars are these amazing test shots of canceled Joe figures. They had to be snow-themed, tear. Something that adds a little value, but still brings a tear to my eye for what they could have been are the gorgeous faux mini-comic covers accompanying the new Ultimates. Lastly, probably the best way to use hundreds of dollars is going to be visiting Star Wars Galaxy's Edge. This looks like it is going to be amazing! Feel like joining me in throwing away hundreds of dollars? Check out the "Super Fan" experiences for Hascon coming up in less than a month. Other things that would have cost you hundreds of dollars are these amazing test shots of canceled Joe figures. They had to be snow-themed, tear. Something that adds a little value, but still brings a tear to my eye for what they could have been are the gorgeous faux mini-comic covers accompanying the new Ultimates. Lastly, probably the best way to use hundreds of dollars is going to be visiting Star Wars Galaxy's Edge. This looks like it is going to be amazing! 03:23:18 SDCC, Comic-Con, Comic Con, Four Horsemen, Boss Fight, Super7, Black Series, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2017 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1518 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-122.mp3 You know what is really crazy? This Shiva Force Box Set from Skybound. Is it infringement? Is it an homage? Either way, it will be mine even in my current state of employment. Another couple of exclusives that will test my level of sanity and the definition of infringement are the Four Horsemen's Power-Con exclusives. Luckily, there's one major release that everyone is crazy about that holds no interest for me and that's Takara's MP Sunstreaker. No matter your economic situation, theft should never be an option. Especially this kind of theft. Podcasts Tue, 11 Jul 2017 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes You know what is really crazy? This Shiva Force Box Set from Skybound. Is it infringement? Is it an homage? Either way, it will be mine even in my current state of employment. Another couple of exclusives that will test my level of sanity and the definition of infringement are the Four Horsemen's Power-Con exclusives. Luckily, there's one major release that everyone is crazy about that holds no interest for me and that's Takara's MP Sunstreaker. No matter your economic situation, theft should never be an option. Especially this kind of theft. You know what is really crazy? This Shiva Force Box Set from Skybound. Is it infringement? Is it an homage? Either way, it will be mine even in my current state of employment. Another couple of exclusives that will test my level of sanity and the definition of infringement are the Four Horsemen's Power-Con exclusives. Luckily, there's one major release that everyone is crazy about that holds no interest for me and that's Takara's MP Sunstreaker. No matter your economic situation, theft should never be an option. Especially this kind of theft. 02:55:52 Four Horsemen, Boss Fight, Han Solo, Super7, Black Series, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2017 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1506 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-121.mp3 Here we go, hurry up, hurry up, let’s go, let’s go. It’s summer time and it’s time to hurry. There is lotsa stuff going on so not a lot of time to muse. Something you needed to move fast on was Hasbro’s Fan Favorite Figure vote. However, it looks like comic fans won this year considering I have no idea who Doctor Aphra is. Another thing winning that I will not be participating in is this year’s Power-Con. Val Staples of He-Man.org fame continues to kill it with the premier MOTU convention. Something not killing it is the new Transformers movie. Even with a pretty impressive final trailer, it’s been pretty much universally panned by critics, again, with a whopping 15 percent on Rotten Tomatoes so far. The last thing is not quite killing it, but is about as good as we’re going to get, at least officially. The G.I. Joe Collectors Club announces FSS 6.0. Podcasts Fri, 24 Jun 2017 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Here we go, hurry up, hurry up, let’s go, let’s go. It’s summer time and it’s time to hurry. There is lotsa stuff going on so not a lot of time to muse. Something you needed to move fast on was Hasbro’s Fan Favorite Figure vote. However, it looks like comic fans won this year considering I have no idea who Doctor Aphra is. Another thing winning that I will not be participating in is this year’s Power-Con. Val Staples of He-Man.org fame continues to kill it with the premier MOTU convention. Something not killing it is the new Transformers movie. Even with a pretty impressive final trailer, it’s been pretty much universally panned by critics, again, with a whopping 15 percent on Rotten Tomatoes so far. The last thing is not quite killing it, but is about as good as we’re going to get, at least officially. The G.I. Joe Collectors Club announces FSS 6.0. Here we go, hurry up, hurry up, let’s go, let’s go. It’s summer time and it’s time to hurry. There is lotsa stuff going on so not a lot of time to muse. Something you needed to move fast on was Hasbro’s Fan Favorite Figure vote. However, it looks like comic fans won this year considering I have no idea who Doctor Aphra is. Another thing winning that I will not be participating in is this year’s Power-Con. Val Staples of He-Man.org fame continues to kill it with the premier MOTU convention. Something not killing it is the new Transformers movie. Even with a pretty impressive final trailer, it’s been pretty much universally panned by critics, again, with a whopping 15 percent on Rotten Tomatoes so far. The last thing is not quite killing it, but is about as good as we’re going to get, at least officially. The G.I. Joe Collectors Club announces FSS 6.0. 01:46:36 Power-Con, Power Con, Doctor Aphra, Star Wars, Geewunner, Super7, Black Series, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2017 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1501 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-120.mp3 After having to edit this beast, I am truly thankful for all the work Vern does. Our apologies for taking almost two months to release it, but hopefully you’ll find the wait worthwhile. We have a very special guest. Not to mention we’re almost twice the length of a standard cast. So take frequent breaks and be thankful, you never know when the next one will be posted. Spoiler, it’s already been recorded. Another spoiler, Celebration was last month. Yeah, that happened again. There was a lot of news, but perhaps the most exciting was the return of the second most beloved line in Star Wars history in 2018. In another throwback, Takara kills it by revisiting Targetmasters. The vintage nostalgia continues with Super7’s new vintage-era MOTU sculpts. Unfortunately there is no reverence for Joe as Hasbro looks to reboot the movie franchise again. Remember to be thankful for what you’ve got. Podcasts Mon, 29 May 2017 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes After having to edit this beast, I am truly thankful for all the work Vern does. Our apologies for taking almost two months to release it, but hopefully you’ll find the wait worthwhile. We have a very special guest. Not to mention we’re almost twice the length of a standard cast. So take frequent breaks and be thankful, you never know when the next one will be posted. Spoiler, it’s already been recorded. Another spoiler, Celebration was last month. Yeah, that happened again. There was a lot of news, but perhaps the most exciting was the return of the second most beloved line in Star Wars history in 2018. In another throwback, Takara kills it by revisiting Targetmasters. The vintage nostalgia continues with Super7’s new vintage-era MOTU sculpts. Unfortunately there is no reverence for Joe as Hasbro looks to reboot the movie franchise again. Remember to be thankful for what you’ve got. After having to edit this beast, I am truly thankful for all the work Vern does. Our apologies for taking almost two months to release it, but hopefully you’ll find the wait worthwhile. We have a very special guest. Not to mention we’re almost twice the length of a standard cast. So take frequent breaks and be thankful, you never know when the next one will be posted. Spoiler, it’s already been recorded. Another spoiler, Celebration was last month. Yeah, that happened again. There was a lot of news, but perhaps the most exciting was the return of the second most beloved line in Star Wars history in 2018. In another throwback, Takara kills it by revisiting Targetmasters. The vintage nostalgia continues with Super7’s new vintage-era MOTU sculpts. Unfortunately there is no reverence for Joe as Hasbro looks to reboot the movie franchise again. Remember to be thankful for what you’ve got. 03:22:57 Star Wars, Celebration, Mythic Legions, Toyhax, Geewunner, Super7, Black Series, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2017 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1492 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-119.mp3 Perhaps one of the best examples of circumstance has been Super7 taking the helm of Masters Classics. While the first effort was ideal, pre-orders of only what you want, even the “savior” of the line has understood that it requires an all-in or nothing approach. Which are you? Star Wars gets the award for one of the best ideas, the 40th Anniversary line and one of the worst ideas, Titanium 3.75 inch figurines. Transformers continued to make one of the strongest showings. Even if you’re not a movie fan, the CHUG line or Titans Return line as they are referring to it has some pretty great reveals. As per the usual, Joe is nowhere to be seen outside of a pitiful 3rd-party showing. Podcasts Wed, 5 Apr 2017 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Perhaps one of the best examples of circumstance has been Super7 taking the helm of Masters Classics. While the first effort was ideal, pre-orders of only what you want, even the “savior” of the line has understood that it requires an all-in or nothing approach. Which are you? Star Wars gets the award for one of the best ideas, the 40th Anniversary line and one of the worst ideas, Titanium 3.75 inch figurines. Transformers continued to make one of the strongest showings. Even if you’re not a movie fan, the CHUG line or Titans Return line as they are referring to it has some pretty great reveals. As per the usual, Joe is nowhere to be seen outside of a pitiful 3rd-party showing. Perhaps one of the best examples of circumstance has been Super7 taking the helm of Masters Classics. While the first effort was ideal, pre-orders of only what you want, even the “savior” of the line has understood that it requires an all-in or nothing approach. Which are you? Star Wars gets the award for one of the best ideas, the 40th Anniversary line and one of the worst ideas, Titanium 3.75 inch figurines. Transformers continued to make one of the strongest showings. Even if you’re not a movie fan, the CHUG line or Titans Return line as they are referring to it has some pretty great reveals. As per the usual, Joe is nowhere to be seen outside of a pitiful 3rd-party showing. 02:59:46 Toy Fair, Mythic Legions, Loyal Subjects, Super7, Black Series, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2017 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1484 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-118.mp3 The Four Horsemen, sculptors of MOTUC, are absolutely killing it with their Mythic Legions 2.0 Kickstarter. In the most amazing thing that no one in their right mind or at least no one with a budget will ever buy is Generation Toy’s Green Shadow. Absolutely beautiful translucence. Another thing that is absolutely beautiful, that everyone can afford is the new Lanard Kong. While they made some choices I don’t necessarily agree with, I love it for what it is. Unfortunately, we hardly ever get any “3rd Party” Star Wars stuff, but we did get a pretty exciting official release, the name and logo of the next movie in the Star Wars saga. Podcasts Wed, 22 Feb 2017 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes The Four Horsemen, sculptors of MOTUC, are absolutely killing it with their Mythic Legions 2.0 Kickstarter. In the most amazing thing that no one in their right mind or at least no one with a budget will ever buy is Generation Toy’s Green Shadow. Absolutely beautiful translucence. Another thing that is absolutely beautiful, that everyone can afford is the new Lanard Kong. While they made some choices I don’t necessarily agree with, I love it for what it is. Unfortunately, we hardly ever get any “3rd Party” Star Wars stuff, but we did get a pretty exciting official release, the name and logo of the next movie in the Star Wars saga. The Four Horsemen, sculptors of MOTUC, are absolutely killing it with their Mythic Legions 2.0 Kickstarter. In the most amazing thing that no one in their right mind or at least no one with a budget will ever buy is Generation Toy’s Green Shadow. Absolutely beautiful translucence. Another thing that is absolutely beautiful, that everyone can afford is the new Lanard Kong. While they made some choices I don’t necessarily agree with, I love it for what it is. Unfortunately, we hardly ever get any “3rd Party” Star Wars stuff, but we did get a pretty exciting official release, the name and logo of the next movie in the Star Wars saga. 02:28:23 The Last Jedi, Mythic Legions, Lanard, Super7, Black Series, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2017 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1475 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-117.mp3 Sometimes it’s pretty easy to get an action figure you want. Take the timely second run of Kultur/Tarn. Sometimes there are ones that are going to be impossible to get. Take the wave 11 single-packed TBS 6 inch Royal Guard. Then there are things like the Super7 Ultimates. They were super easy to get during the pre-order, but will impossible to get when they’re released. Finally, there are things nobody should want to get, take the Rise of Cobra props currently being auctioned. Podcasts Wed, 15 Feb 2017 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Sometimes it’s pretty easy to get an action figure you want. Take the timely second run of Kultur/Tarn. Sometimes there are ones that are going to be impossible to get. Take the wave 11 single-packed TBS 6 inch Royal Guard. Then there are things like the Super7 Ultimates. They were super easy to get during the pre-order, but will impossible to get when they’re released. Finally, there are things nobody should want to get, take the Rise of Cobra props currently being auctioned. Sometimes it’s pretty easy to get an action figure you want. Take the timely second run of Kultur/Tarn. Sometimes there are ones that are going to be impossible to get. Take the wave 11 single-packed TBS 6 inch Royal Guard. Then there are things like the Super7 Ultimates. They were super easy to get during the pre-order, but will impossible to get when they’re released. Finally, there are things nobody should want to get, take the Rise of Cobra props currently being auctioned. 01:59:16 TFCon, Mythic Legions, Han Solo, Super7, Black Series, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2017 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1467 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-116.mp3 As toy collectors, it seems we always want more, but again it is relative. Depending on your point of view this show may have the least amount of news ever or the most amount of hosting ever. We muse about the outgoing Matty Collector administration. We discuss the new Boss Fight Studio wave as the trend of smaller collector-focused companies taking over for larger conglomerates continues. However, no matter what anyone says, Hasbro is still trying to make Transformers great again with their new Titans Return Kup. In our saddest news possibly ever, we say goodbye to our princess. Podcasts Sun, 22 Jan 2017 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes As toy collectors, it seems we always want more, but again it is relative. Depending on your point of view this show may have the least amount of news ever or the most amount of hosting ever. We muse about the outgoing Matty Collector administration. We discuss the new Boss Fight Studio wave as the trend of smaller collector-focused companies taking over for larger conglomerates continues. However, no matter what anyone says, Hasbro is still trying to make Transformers great again with their new Titans Return Kup. In our saddest news possibly ever, we say goodbye to our princess. As toy collectors, it seems we always want more, but again it is relative. Depending on your point of view this show may have the least amount of news ever or the most amount of hosting ever. We muse about the outgoing Matty Collector administration. We discuss the new Boss Fight Studio wave as the trend of smaller collector-focused companies taking over for larger conglomerates continues. However, no matter what anyone says, Hasbro is still trying to make Transformers great again with their new Titans Return Kup. In our saddest news possibly ever, we say goodbye to our princess. 02:05:06 Power-Con, Boss Fight Studio, Carrie Fischer, Super7, Black Series, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2017 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1458 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-115.mp3 Something we have a lot of hope for in the new year is Super7 and Masters of the Universe. We’ll soon see what they’re going to bring to the table. Unfortunately, something we don’t have a lot of hope for is the latest action figure Kickstarter. Something we know will continue to grow is the Masterpiece line, hopefully just not in price. $170 for a Seeker is just too damn much. Something we didn’t talk about much due to time was Rogue One and its relationship to Rebels. You won’t hear much about Rogue One on our next episode either, but just wait until Roger is back and we really kick off this new year. Podcasts Sat, 31 Dec 2016 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Something we have a lot of hope for in the new year is Super7 and Masters of the Universe. We’ll soon see what they’re going to bring to the table. Unfortunately, something we don’t have a lot of hope for is the latest action figure Kickstarter. Something we know will continue to grow is the Masterpiece line, hopefully just not in price. $170 for a Seeker is just too damn much. Something we didn’t talk about much due to time was Rogue One and its relationship to Rebels. You won’t hear much about Rogue One on our next episode either, but just wait until Roger is back and we really kick off this new year. Something we have a lot of hope for in the new year is Super7 and Masters of the Universe. We’ll soon see what they’re going to bring to the table. Unfortunately, something we don’t have a lot of hope for is the latest action figure Kickstarter. Something we know will continue to grow is the Masterpiece line, hopefully just not in price. $170 for a Seeker is just too damn much. Something we didn’t talk about much due to time was Rogue One and its relationship to Rebels. You won’t hear much about Rogue One on our next episode either, but just wait until Roger is back and we really kick off this new year. 01:52:57 Power-Con, Masterpiece Rogue One, TF5, Super7, Black Series, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2016 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1448 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-114.mp3 It doesn’t get much more hellish than the Transformers 5 trailer. Can we please end Bay’s run, please? At least Matty’s run is ending, but man they too are going out with a bang, in a bad way. Star Wars at least has what we hope is a shining light coming out this week in Rogue One. Unfortunately, much less exciting and the only Joe news is the most likely disappointing Hasbro Cinematic Universe. Podcasts Sun, 11 Dec 2016 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes It doesn’t get much more hellish than the Transformers 5 trailer. Can we please end Bay’s run, please? At least Matty’s run is ending, but man they too are going out with a bang, in a bad way. Star Wars at least has what we hope is a shining light coming out this week in Rogue One. Unfortunately, much less exciting and the only Joe news is the most likely disappointing Hasbro Cinematic Universe. It doesn’t get much more hellish than the Transformers 5 trailer. Can we please end Bay’s run, please? At least Matty’s run is ending, but man they too are going out with a bang, in a bad way. Star Wars at least has what we hope is a shining light coming out this week in Rogue One. Unfortunately, much less exciting and the only Joe news is the most likely disappointing Hasbro Cinematic Universe. 02:35:14 Scarif, Rogue One, TF5, Super7, Black Series, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2016 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1442 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-113.mp3 Listen while we discuss the heart wrenching, soul crushing price of Masterpiece Megatron. Listen while I try to reference the case assortment for the next wave of Black Series that wasn’t posted until after we reorded the show. Listen while we hem and haw over the new Super7 MOTU offerings. Finally, listen to me explain why we got probably the best Joe news since Joecon. Podcasts Thu, 24 Nov 2016 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Listen while we discuss the heart wrenching, soul crushing price of Masterpiece Megatron. Listen while I try to reference the case assortment for the next wave of Black Series that wasn’t posted until after we reorded the show. Listen while we hem and haw over the new Super7 MOTU offerings. Finally, listen to me explain why we got probably the best Joe news since Joecon. Listen while we discuss the heart wrenching, soul crushing price of Masterpiece Megatron. Listen while I try to reference the case assortment for the next wave of Black Series that wasn’t posted until after we reorded the show. Listen while we hem and haw over the new Super7 MOTU offerings. Finally, listen to me explain why we got probably the best Joe news since Joecon. 02:25:10 Megatron, Big Lob, Super7, Toy Hall of Fame, Wishbook, Black Series, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2016 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1430 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-112.mp3 Thanks for listening to us talk about a lot of stuff that doesn’t really matter, but at least is fun. We probably spend way too much time talking about this Asian exclusive mace for MP32 Optimus Primal and not nearly enough time about the new Joe-esque Kickstarter, Hell Screamerz. We definitely talk too much about these goofy MOTU Dorbz and definitely not enough time on the latest LucasFilm’s art exhibit, The Power of Costume. Podcasts Tue, 8 Nov 2016 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Thanks for listening to us talk about a lot of stuff that doesn’t really matter, but at least is fun. We probably spend way too much time talking about this Asian exclusive mace for MP32 Optimus Primal and not nearly enough time about the new Joe-esque Kickstarter, Hell Screamerz. We definitely talk too much about these goofy MOTU Dorbz and definitely not enough time on the latest LucasFilm’s art exhibit, The Power of Costume. Thanks for listening to us talk about a lot of stuff that doesn’t really matter, but at least is fun. We probably spend way too much time talking about this Asian exclusive mace for MP32 Optimus Primal and not nearly enough time about the new Joe-esque Kickstarter, Hell Screamerz. We definitely talk too much about these goofy MOTU Dorbz and definitely not enough time on the latest LucasFilm’s art exhibit, The Power of Costume. 02:13:29 Masterpiece, Super7, DX9, FSS, Black Series, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2016 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1410 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-111.mp3 TFCon has really carved a niche in the Transformers world by catering to 3rd Party with a dedicated panel, and we talk about most of it. At the other end of spectrum, the new kid on the block just happens to have the biggest table of them all and they’re inviting you to kick it with them at Hascon 2017. At yet another con, Mondo’s showed off new 1/6th Masters which will most definitely become a cool table thing. Meanwhile, Hasbro looks like they are going to kick out a huge part of their Star Wars collecting inner circle in lieu of better margins. Podcasts Wed, 26 Oct 2016 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes TFCon has really carved a niche in the Transformers world by catering to 3rd Party with a dedicated panel, and we talk about most of it. At the other end of spectrum, the new kid on the block just happens to have the biggest table of them all and they’re inviting you to kick it with them at Hascon 2017. At yet another con, Mondo’s showed off new 1/6th Masters which will most definitely become a cool table thing. Meanwhile, Hasbro looks like they are going to kick out a huge part of their Star Wars collecting inner circle in lieu of better margins. TFCon has really carved a niche in the Transformers world by catering to 3rd Party with a dedicated panel, and we talk about most of it. At the other end of spectrum, the new kid on the block just happens to have the biggest table of them all and they’re inviting you to kick it with them at Hascon 2017. At yet another con, Mondo’s showed off new 1/6th Masters which will most definitely become a cool table thing. Meanwhile, Hasbro looks like they are going to kick out a huge part of their Star Wars collecting inner circle in lieu of better margins. 02:30:58 TFCon, Hascon, MondoCon, Mondo, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2016 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1401 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-110.mp3 This show is the shit. We had a great time and I needed it. All of us are here talking NYCC, including the Super7 MOTUC reveals. While NYCC had some official reveals, a con none of us know the name of had the best Transformers reveals. Of course Star Wars had what is now becoming their standard panel, but at least we get some cool pics. And while Joe may never have another panel at a big con again, at least the 2 and 3-packs are hitting. Podcasts Sun, 16 Oct 2016 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes This show is the shit. We had a great time and I needed it. All of us are here talking NYCC, including the Super7 MOTUC reveals. While NYCC had some official reveals, a con none of us know the name of had the best Transformers reveals. Of course Star Wars had what is now becoming their standard panel, but at least we get some cool pics. And while Joe may never have another panel at a big con again, at least the 2 and 3-packs are hitting. This show is the shit. We had a great time and I needed it. All of us are here talking NYCC, including the Super7 MOTUC reveals. While NYCC had some official reveals, a con none of us know the name of had the best Transformers reveals. Of course Star Wars had what is now becoming their standard panel, but at least we get some cool pics. And while Joe may never have another panel at a big con again, at least the 2 and 3-packs are hitting. 02:42:16 NYCC, Super7, Masterpiece, Hallmark, Humble Bundle, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2016 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1394 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-109.mp3 As you can tell by now, we got another long one for you mofos. As Vern can attest to there’s not a lotta Masters and even less Joe news. What we do have is Transformers and of course, with Force Friday coming, a metric shit ton of Star Wars stuff. Target put up its answer to Amazon’s page and now with coupons from their ad or online code “FORCE” you can get $10 off $50 or $25 off $100. A new possible MP Megatron shows up and people lose their shit. What’s funny is the biggest MOTU news wasn’t even Masters and wasn’t even news. Unsurprisingly the Classics Lion-O sold out in a couple minutes. Again, as with Masters, the best Joe news wasn’t even Joe. And it was only loosely related to Joe. Podcasts Sun, 25 Sep 2016 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes As you can tell by now, we got another long one for you mofos. As Vern can attest to there’s not a lotta Masters and even less Joe news. What we do have is Transformers and of course, with Force Friday coming, a metric shit ton of Star Wars stuff. Target put up its answer to Amazon’s page and now with coupons from their ad or online code “FORCE” you can get $10 off $50 or $25 off $100. A new possible MP Megatron shows up and people lose their shit. What’s funny is the biggest MOTU news wasn’t even Masters and wasn’t even news. Unsurprisingly the Classics Lion-O sold out in a couple minutes. Again, as with Masters, the best Joe news wasn’t even Joe. And it was only loosely related to Joe. As you can tell by now, we got another long one for you mofos. As Vern can attest to there’s not a lotta Masters and even less Joe news. What we do have is Transformers and of course, with Force Friday coming, a metric shit ton of Star Wars stuff. Target put up its answer to Amazon’s page and now with coupons from their ad or online code “FORCE” you can get $10 off $50 or $25 off $100. A new possible MP Megatron shows up and people lose their shit. What’s funny is the biggest MOTU news wasn’t even Masters and wasn’t even news. Unsurprisingly the Classics Lion-O sold out in a couple minutes. Again, as with Masters, the best Joe news wasn’t even Joe. And it was only loosely related to Joe. 02:48:39 TFCon, Masterpiece, Megatron, Rogue One, Titans Return, Eagle Force, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2016 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1386 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-108.mp3 On a brighter note, TOYS! That's right, toys, bringing kids and grown men joy for decades. This time around Rogue One stuff goes off. Speaking of going off that is what you literally need to do to play Tappers of Grayskull. In contrast to the two previous, Titans Return news hits with "quality" over quantity. And with exactly two news stories, Joe is neither (insert Price is Right "you lost" sound here). Podcasts Wed, 14 Sep 2016 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes On a brighter note, TOYS! That's right, toys, bringing kids and grown men joy for decades. This time around Rogue One stuff goes off. Speaking of going off that is what you literally need to do to play Tappers of Grayskull. In contrast to the two previous, Titans Return news hits with "quality" over quantity. And with exactly two news stories, Joe is neither (insert Price is Right "you lost" sound here). On a brighter note, TOYS! That's right, toys, bringing kids and grown men joy for decades. This time around Rogue One stuff goes off. Speaking of going off that is what you literally need to do to play Tappers of Grayskull. In contrast to the two previous, Titans Return news hits with "quality" over quantity. And with exactly two news stories, Joe is neither (insert Price is Right "you lost" sound here). 02:09:35 Rogue One, Coil Con, Titans Return, Eagle Force, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2016 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1377 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-107.mp3 What’s worse than a bad recording? It happening on a great show or at least one we had a blast recording. Roger is back and so is Masterpiece Soundwave. Also back is the Lego Death Star, bigger and better than ever. Well at least more expensive than ever. Speaking of expensive, the Joe Club is back with it next installment of its FSS series. Are you in for a Shattered Glass twin(s)? Something that may be back and Vern is still not in is Power-Con. Boo this man. Podcasts Mon, 29 Aug 2016 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes What’s worse than a bad recording? It happening on a great show or at least one we had a blast recording. Roger is back and so is Masterpiece Soundwave. Also back is the Lego Death Star, bigger and better than ever. Well at least more expensive than ever. Speaking of expensive, the Joe Club is back with it next installment of its FSS series. Are you in for a Shattered Glass twin(s)? Something that may be back and Vern is still not in is Power-Con. Boo this man. What’s worse than a bad recording? It happening on a great show or at least one we had a blast recording. Roger is back and so is Masterpiece Soundwave. Also back is the Lego Death Star, bigger and better than ever. Well at least more expensive than ever. Speaking of expensive, the Joe Club is back with it next installment of its FSS series. Are you in for a Shattered Glass twin(s)? Something that may be back and Vern is still not in is Power-Con. Boo this man. 02:44:29 Power-Con, FSS, Black Series, Rogue One, Masterpiece, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2016 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1369 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-106.mp3 This show is dominated by SDCC. We know that was almost a month ago, but hey, when have we ever been timely. For Transformers, the little Gnaw was the belle of the ball. For Masters the big news is Classics being taken over by Super7. Pixel Dan gets the scoop on what this means. For Joe at least there were some display cases. For Star Wars it wasn't much better, but at least we get some cool Black Series 6" stuff. Podcasts Sun, 14 Aug 2016 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes This show is dominated by SDCC. We know that was almost a month ago, but hey, when have we ever been timely. For Transformers, the little Gnaw was the belle of the ball. For Masters the big news is Classics being taken over by Super7. Pixel Dan gets the scoop on what this means. For Joe at least there were some display cases. For Star Wars it wasn't much better, but at least we get some cool Black Series 6" stuff. This show is dominated by SDCC. We know that was almost a month ago, but hey, when have we ever been timely. For Transformers, the little Gnaw was the belle of the ball. For Masters the big news is Classics being taken over by Super7. Pixel Dan gets the scoop on what this means. For Joe at least there were some display cases. For Star Wars it wasn't much better, but at least we get some cool Black Series 6" stuff. 02:43:00 SDCC, MOTUC, Black Series, Matty Collector, Masterpiece, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2016 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1358 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-105.mp3 We managed to shave some time off this show. While it’s still 2 and a half hours, that’s primarily because we just had an onslaught of SDCC news. The show was actually recorded in two parts due to some technical issues and the Comic-Con stuff is the first 45 minutes. It will probably take up even more time on the next show as we discuss all the news from SDCC. One thing it looks like we won’t know too much about is MOTUC. For the first time since the line started in 2009 there is not a panel this year. On the other extreme, Transformers has 3 panels, but none of them seem like toy panels. At least Star Wars still gets a toy panel, but even cooler than that are their exclusives this year. And for Joe, well, at least we’re getting an exclusive. Podcasts Tue, 19 Jul 2016 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes We managed to shave some time off this show. While it’s still 2 and a half hours, that’s primarily because we just had an onslaught of SDCC news. The show was actually recorded in two parts due to some technical issues and the Comic-Con stuff is the first 45 minutes. It will probably take up even more time on the next show as we discuss all the news from SDCC. One thing it looks like we won’t know too much about is MOTUC. For the first time since the line started in 2009 there is not a panel this year. On the other extreme, Transformers has 3 panels, but none of them seem like toy panels. At least Star Wars still gets a toy panel, but even cooler than that are their exclusives this year. And for Joe, well, at least we’re getting an exclusive. We managed to shave some time off this show. While it’s still 2 and a half hours, that’s primarily because we just had an onslaught of SDCC news. The show was actually recorded in two parts due to some technical issues and the Comic-Con stuff is the first 45 minutes. It will probably take up even more time on the next show as we discuss all the news from SDCC. One thing it looks like we won’t know too much about is MOTUC. For the first time since the line started in 2009 there is not a panel this year. On the other extreme, Transformers has 3 panels, but none of them seem like toy panels. At least Star Wars still gets a toy panel, but even cooler than that are their exclusives this year. And for Joe, well, at least we’re getting an exclusive. 02:24:17 SDCC, MOTUSCLE, Exclusive, Matty, Matty Collector, Masterpiece, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2016 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1348 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-104.mp3 In this marathon we talk about some amazing toy stuff, we get a little offensive, but most importantly we have lotsa fun. I cover my experiences attending Power-Con and Joecon. Spoiler, they were unreal and I had an absolutely amazing time at both. News-wise the gang all agrees this MP Inferno is the pooh, take a big whiff. Other things we all pretty much agree on are all the new fictions coming out for every brand. Rogue One = yay, Last Knight = nay, Masters = about time, and Hasbro Cinematic / Revolution = meh. Podcasts Thu, 30 Jun 2016 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes In this marathon we talk about some amazing toy stuff, we get a little offensive, but most importantly we have lotsa fun. I cover my experiences attending Power-Con and Joecon. Spoiler, they were unreal and I had an absolutely amazing time at both. News-wise the gang all agrees this MP Inferno is the pooh, take a big whiff. Other things we all pretty much agree on are all the new fictions coming out for every brand. Rogue One = yay, Last Knight = nay, Masters = about time, and Hasbro Cinematic / Revolution = meh. In this marathon we talk about some amazing toy stuff, we get a little offensive, but most importantly we have lotsa fun. I cover my experiences attending Power-Con and Joecon. Spoiler, they were unreal and I had an absolutely amazing time at both. News-wise the gang all agrees this MP Inferno is the pooh, take a big whiff. Other things we all pretty much agree on are all the new fictions coming out for every brand. Rogue One = yay, Last Knight = nay, Masters = about time, and Hasbro Cinematic / Revolution = meh. 03:20:36 Joecon, Power-Con, Masterpiece, 3rd Party, Lego, action figures, toys, 2016 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1343 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-103.mp3 With that said, we still have all the amazing news you have come to expect. Could we have seen almost every new official Hasbro Transformers toy for the next year in one week? Yup, probably so. Will we ever see a MOTUC Snake Mountain? Stay positive. Are we getting new 6 inch Star Wars figures for only $3? Yeah, kind of. Should we support G.I. Joe no matter the cost? Maybe not at this price point. Podcasts Wed, 1 Jun 2016 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes With that said, we still have all the amazing news you have come to expect. Could we have seen almost every new official Hasbro Transformers toy for the next year in one week? Yup, probably so. Will we ever see a MOTUC Snake Mountain? Stay positive. Are we getting new 6 inch Star Wars figures for only $3? Yeah, kind of. Should we support G.I. Joe no matter the cost? Maybe not at this price point. With that said, we still have all the amazing news you have come to expect. Could we have seen almost every new official Hasbro Transformers toy for the next year in one week? Yup, probably so. Will we ever see a MOTUC Snake Mountain? Stay positive. Are we getting new 6 inch Star Wars figures for only $3? Yeah, kind of. Should we support G.I. Joe no matter the cost? Maybe not at this price point. 02:36:40 Matty Collector, Masterpiece, Snake Mountain, Lego, action figures, toys, 2016 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1327 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-102.mp3 Being possibly our longest show ever, we definitely talks some toys. We go in depth on what was confirmed to be the last Botcon, including FunPub’s shut down of TFSource. Could we have gotten one more G.I. Joe Ultimate Gift Set in 2013? All signs point to yes. It seems Matty still can’t make fans happy or possibly everyone just has amnesia. Anti-Enternia He-Man is a CHASE figure people, live with it. Now somethings that are not supposed to be chase figures, but unfortunately will probably end up being so are the next wave of the Walmart exclusive Black Series 3.75 line. While confirmed during this show, they’re actually hitting shelves. Podcasts Sun, 8 May 2016 00:00:01 MDT Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Being possibly our longest show ever, we definitely talks some toys. We go in depth on what was confirmed to be the last Botcon, including FunPub’s shut down of TFSource. Could we have gotten one more G.I. Joe Ultimate Gift Set in 2013? All signs point to yes. It seems Matty still can’t make fans happy or possibly everyone just has amnesia. Anti-Enternia He-Man is a CHASE figure people, live with it. Now somethings that are not supposed to be chase figures, but unfortunately will probably end up being so are the next wave of the Walmart exclusive Black Series 3.75 line. While confirmed during this show, they’re actually hitting shelves. Being possibly our longest show ever, we definitely talks some toys. We go in depth on what was confirmed to be the last Botcon, including FunPub’s shut down of TFSource. Could we have gotten one more G.I. Joe Ultimate Gift Set in 2013? All signs point to yes. It seems Matty still can’t make fans happy or possibly everyone just has amnesia. Anti-Enternia He-Man is a CHASE figure people, live with it. Now somethings that are not supposed to be chase figures, but unfortunately will probably end up being so are the next wave of the Walmart exclusive Black Series 3.75 line. While confirmed during this show, they’re actually hitting shelves. 03:35:15 Botcon, FunPub, Fun Publications, Titans Return, Rogue One, action figures, toys, 2016 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1321 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-101.mp3 StarFest has an incredibly rich history, a true family feel and it doesn’t hurt that it’s the first show of con season. This year was no different. The one thing that was different was the location. We really wanted to love it, but it just didn’t have that same je ne sais quoi. While it did take away from the magic just a little, not as much as I thought it would. I still very much enjoyed traditions like star-studded panels, pictures with cosplayers and of course the dealer room. Due to Mrs. McFavorite only being able to join me on Friday night, I got to experience the con as a daddy daughter date day and with one of the OGest of OG sci-fi fans, mother-in-law, Schmommy McFavorite. So check the pics, take a listen and feel the love. Podcasts Sun, 1 May 2016 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes StarFest has an incredibly rich history, a true family feel and it doesn’t hurt that it’s the first show of con season. This year was no different. The one thing that was different was the location. We really wanted to love it, but it just didn’t have that same je ne sais quoi. While it did take away from the magic just a little, not as much as I thought it would. I still very much enjoyed traditions like star-studded panels, pictures with cosplayers and of course the dealer room. Due to Mrs. McFavorite only being able to join me on Friday night, I got to experience the con as a daddy daughter date day and with one of the OGest of OG sci-fi fans, mother-in-law, Schmommy McFavorite. So check the pics, take a listen and feel the love. StarFest has an incredibly rich history, a true family feel and it doesn’t hurt that it’s the first show of con season. This year was no different. The one thing that was different was the location. We really wanted to love it, but it just didn’t have that same je ne sais quoi. While it did take away from the magic just a little, not as much as I thought it would. I still very much enjoyed traditions like star-studded panels, pictures with cosplayers and of course the dealer room. Due to Mrs. McFavorite only being able to join me on Friday night, I got to experience the con as a daddy daughter date day and with one of the OGest of OG sci-fi fans, mother-in-law, Schmommy McFavorite. So check the pics, take a listen and feel the love. 01:49:14 Starland, StarFest, cosplay, Tahmoh Penikett, Michael Dorn, action figures, toys, 2016 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1314 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-100.mp3 As usual here are four things we covered that I find interesting. Did you see those G1 Transformers cartoon auctions? I wanted the 1986 story boards so bad, like second mortgage bad, but couldn’t pull trigger. Rumors of a new Big AT-AT surfaced. At the time we all said yeah right, why, then that Rogue One trailer. Oh man, that Rogue One trailer. I’m really digging these MOTU toy patents. We did have one special guest, Mr. Gary Godsoe from What’s on Joe Mind, stop by to talk about how you can Save G.I. Joe. Podcasts Mon, 18 Apr 2016 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes As usual here are four things we covered that I find interesting. Did you see those G1 Transformers cartoon auctions? I wanted the 1986 story boards so bad, like second mortgage bad, but couldn’t pull trigger. Rumors of a new Big AT-AT surfaced. At the time we all said yeah right, why, then that Rogue One trailer. Oh man, that Rogue One trailer. I’m really digging these MOTU toy patents. We did have one special guest, Mr. Gary Godsoe from What’s on Joe Mind, stop by to talk about how you can Save G.I. Joe. As usual here are four things we covered that I find interesting. Did you see those G1 Transformers cartoon auctions? I wanted the 1986 story boards so bad, like second mortgage bad, but couldn’t pull trigger. Rumors of a new Big AT-AT surfaced. At the time we all said yeah right, why, then that Rogue One trailer. Oh man, that Rogue One trailer. I’m really digging these MOTU toy patents. We did have one special guest, Mr. Gary Godsoe from What’s on Joe Mind, stop by to talk about how you can Save G.I. Joe. 03:21:59 100, 100, 100, 100, 100, 100, 100, action figures, toys, 2016 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1304 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-099.mp3 We wrap up Toy Fair with probably the most exciting news of the show coming from Matty and Pixel-Dan. Unfortunately with another relatively lackluster Toy Fair in the bag, that’s not saying much. We did get confirmation via a Hasbro Q and A that another Black Series 6 inch vehicle is coming. The Joecon theme was also confirmed via this year’s brochure. Lastly, got what is probably going to be about a grand to spare? You too could buy an Ultra Magnus that doesn’t even transform. However, he is still pretty bad ass. Podcasts Sun, 6 Mar 2016 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes We wrap up Toy Fair with probably the most exciting news of the show coming from Matty and Pixel-Dan. Unfortunately with another relatively lackluster Toy Fair in the bag, that’s not saying much. We did get confirmation via a Hasbro Q and A that another Black Series 6 inch vehicle is coming. The Joecon theme was also confirmed via this year’s brochure. Lastly, got what is probably going to be about a grand to spare? You too could buy an Ultra Magnus that doesn’t even transform. However, he is still pretty bad ass. We wrap up Toy Fair with probably the most exciting news of the show coming from Matty and Pixel-Dan. Unfortunately with another relatively lackluster Toy Fair in the bag, that’s not saying much. We did get confirmation via a Hasbro Q and A that another Black Series 6 inch vehicle is coming. The Joecon theme was also confirmed via this year’s brochure. Lastly, got what is probably going to be about a grand to spare? You too could buy an Ultra Magnus that doesn’t even transform. However, he is still pretty bad ass. 02:33:18 Black Series, Toy Fair, Joecon, Botcon, Titans Return, action figures, toys, 2016 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1291 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-098.mp3 In the “who didn’t see this coming, but glad they’re finally here” category, Funko finally showed off their full color ReAction MOTU line. In the “surprise, but don’t we have most of this stuff” category, the next Lego Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series (UCS) set is yet another Hoth base with supporting entourage. Thankfully it has a couple things I’m really excited for. As usual Transformers wins the “worst kept secrets/reveals” category. I just wish we could be surprised with something. G.I. Joe won for “the most disappointing” category and that’s hard to do at Toy Fair. Unfortunately they surprised us with no new Joe product. Podcasts Thu, 18 Feb 2016 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes In the “who didn’t see this coming, but glad they’re finally here” category, Funko finally showed off their full color ReAction MOTU line. In the “surprise, but don’t we have most of this stuff” category, the next Lego Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series (UCS) set is yet another Hoth base with supporting entourage. Thankfully it has a couple things I’m really excited for. As usual Transformers wins the “worst kept secrets/reveals” category. I just wish we could be surprised with something. G.I. Joe won for “the most disappointing” category and that’s hard to do at Toy Fair. Unfortunately they surprised us with no new Joe product. In the “who didn’t see this coming, but glad they’re finally here” category, Funko finally showed off their full color ReAction MOTU line. In the “surprise, but don’t we have most of this stuff” category, the next Lego Star Wars Ultimate Collector Series (UCS) set is yet another Hoth base with supporting entourage. Thankfully it has a couple things I’m really excited for. As usual Transformers wins the “worst kept secrets/reveals” category. I just wish we could be surprised with something. G.I. Joe won for “the most disappointing” category and that’s hard to do at Toy Fair. Unfortunately they surprised us with no new Joe product. 03:13:49 Black Series, Toy Fair, Lego, UCS, ReAction, Titans Return, action figures, toys, 2016 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1284 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-097.mp3 Sometimes you gotta love some cheese. Like that Force Awakens pig thing. I love that they made that. But, I really love that they made a MP Menasor. It will be mine, oh yes, it will be mine. Virtruvian H.A.C.K.S. shipping is as close as to news as we get for Joe. At least Masters has a director, maybe. Unfortunately, this guy’s a music video director named after a McDonald’s gangsta. Podcasts Tue, 9 Feb 2016 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Sometimes you gotta love some cheese. Like that Force Awakens pig thing. I love that they made that. But, I really love that they made a MP Menasor. It will be mine, oh yes, it will be mine. Virtruvian H.A.C.K.S. shipping is as close as to news as we get for Joe. At least Masters has a director, maybe. Unfortunately, this guy’s a music video director named after a McDonald’s gangsta. Sometimes you gotta love some cheese. Like that Force Awakens pig thing. I love that they made that. But, I really love that they made a MP Menasor. It will be mine, oh yes, it will be mine. Virtruvian H.A.C.K.S. shipping is as close as to news as we get for Joe. At least Masters has a director, maybe. Unfortunately, this guy’s a music video director named after a McDonald’s gangsta. 02:06:32 Joecon, Botcon, Black Series, Hasbro, action figures, toys, 2016 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1275 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-096.mp3 I’m excited for the new uncharismatic bore, but still have some trepidation. It’s the same feeling we have about the supposed combined shipping from Matty that no one knows about including them. Has the long rumored Rattler reissue been confirmed? Nope. Do we care? Not really. Lastly, I provide a little more evidence to the theory that I actually didn’t see The Force Awakens by not knowing/remembering that Ackbar makes a cameo. Marijuana’s a hell of a drug. Podcasts Thu, 28 Jan 2016 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I’m excited for the new uncharismatic bore, but still have some trepidation. It’s the same feeling we have about the supposed combined shipping from Matty that no one knows about including them. Has the long rumored Rattler reissue been confirmed? Nope. Do we care? Not really. Lastly, I provide a little more evidence to the theory that I actually didn’t see The Force Awakens by not knowing/remembering that Ackbar makes a cameo. Marijuana’s a hell of a drug. I’m excited for the new uncharismatic bore, but still have some trepidation. It’s the same feeling we have about the supposed combined shipping from Matty that no one knows about including them. Has the long rumored Rattler reissue been confirmed? Nope. Do we care? Not really. Lastly, I provide a little more evidence to the theory that I actually didn’t see The Force Awakens by not knowing/remembering that Ackbar makes a cameo. Marijuana’s a hell of a drug. 02:56:18 Power-Con, Matty Collector, Combiner Wars, Geewunner, SNL, action figures, toys, 2016 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1266 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-095.mp3 We're back to our familiar format after having an absolute blast yapping about The Force Awakens. We address the latest and possibly the greatest FunPub hubbub ever. Again, timely as usual, but at least you get to hear what fans at all levels of club spectrum think about the future of these two polarizing organizations or should I say organization. Meanwhile, Masters and Matty continue to make more news via their licensees than their figures. Finally, everybody is Star Wars crazy and at least this time it has nothing to do with distribution. Podcasts Wed, 13 Jan 2016 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes We're back to our familiar format after having an absolute blast yapping about The Force Awakens. We address the latest and possibly the greatest FunPub hubbub ever. Again, timely as usual, but at least you get to hear what fans at all levels of club spectrum think about the future of these two polarizing organizations or should I say organization. Meanwhile, Masters and Matty continue to make more news via their licensees than their figures. Finally, everybody is Star Wars crazy and at least this time it has nothing to do with distribution. We're back to our familiar format after having an absolute blast yapping about The Force Awakens. We address the latest and possibly the greatest FunPub hubbub ever. Again, timely as usual, but at least you get to hear what fans at all levels of club spectrum think about the future of these two polarizing organizations or should I say organization. Meanwhile, Masters and Matty continue to make more news via their licensees than their figures. Finally, everybody is Star Wars crazy and at least this time it has nothing to do with distribution. 02:42:36 Fun Publications. Collectors Club, Black Series, KO. FSS, action figures, toys, 2016 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1259 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-094.mp3 Back in 1999 I never I thought I would be talking about a sequel to my favorite film franchise of all time. I knew I would have an opportunity to see a prequel, which everyone at that point was extremely excited about. In fact I dare say people were more excited back then than we were this year. George had said there would never be sequels because it was the story of Anakin. Especially after his vision or more so his execution left such a bad taste in most people’s mouths, I was sure I would never do this. However, I have learned when there is money to be made never say never. So here we are, talking (for almost 3 hours) about a sequel to a movie that is over 33 years old and I loved every minute of it. No, not the movie itself, but the discussion. No review spoilers here, you’ll have to listen to see what I and the new crew thought of the movie that is destined to be the highest grossing movie of all time, at least for awhile. Podcasts Sun, 3 Jan 2016 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Back in 1999 I never I thought I would be talking about a sequel to my favorite film franchise of all time. I knew I would have an opportunity to see a prequel, which everyone at that point was extremely excited about. In fact I dare say people were more excited back then than we were this year. George had said there would never be sequels because it was the story of Anakin. Especially after his vision or more so his execution left such a bad taste in most people’s mouths, I was sure I would never do this. However, I have learned when there is money to be made never say never. So here we are, talking (for almost 3 hours) about a sequel to a movie that is over 33 years old and I loved every minute of it. No, not the movie itself, but the discussion. No review spoilers here, you’ll have to listen to see what I and the new crew thought of the movie that is destined to be the highest grossing movie of all time, at least for awhile. Back in 1999 I never I thought I would be talking about a sequel to my favorite film franchise of all time. I knew I would have an opportunity to see a prequel, which everyone at that point was extremely excited about. In fact I dare say people were more excited back then than we were this year. George had said there would never be sequels because it was the story of Anakin. Especially after his vision or more so his execution left such a bad taste in most people’s mouths, I was sure I would never do this. However, I have learned when there is money to be made never say never. So here we are, talking (for almost 3 hours) about a sequel to a movie that is over 33 years old and I loved every minute of it. No, not the movie itself, but the discussion. No review spoilers here, you’ll have to listen to see what I and the new crew thought of the movie that is destined to be the highest grossing movie of all time, at least for awhile. 02:44:12 Star Wars, The Force Awakens, review, Kylo, Rey, Finn, Poe, action figures, toys, 2016 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1250 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-093.mp3 We try to make up for lost time with our longest episode ever. And I do mean EVER. Can you say 3 and a half hours? That’s right kids. I have finally started to let go of my obsessive need to try to keep the show short. However we still had to cut a couple segments just to maintain our sanity. During the marathon we discuss the Joe Club’s new incentive figure and possible Joecon sets. Is Hasbro starting its own Transformers con? Probably not, but we can dream. A legend wins an award for a really crappy toy and we fawn over the new Masters mini-comic collection. It truly is an amazing collectible. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy the toy goodness. Podcasts Mon, 7 Dec 2015 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes We try to make up for lost time with our longest episode ever. And I do mean EVER. Can you say 3 and a half hours? That’s right kids. I have finally started to let go of my obsessive need to try to keep the show short. However we still had to cut a couple segments just to maintain our sanity. During the marathon we discuss the Joe Club’s new incentive figure and possible Joecon sets. Is Hasbro starting its own Transformers con? Probably not, but we can dream. A legend wins an award for a really crappy toy and we fawn over the new Masters mini-comic collection. It truly is an amazing collectible. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy the toy goodness. We try to make up for lost time with our longest episode ever. And I do mean EVER. Can you say 3 and a half hours? That’s right kids. I have finally started to let go of my obsessive need to try to keep the show short. However we still had to cut a couple segments just to maintain our sanity. During the marathon we discuss the Joe Club’s new incentive figure and possible Joecon sets. Is Hasbro starting its own Transformers con? Probably not, but we can dream. A legend wins an award for a really crappy toy and we fawn over the new Masters mini-comic collection. It truly is an amazing collectible. So please, sit back, relax and enjoy the toy goodness. 03:27:47 JoeCon, Botcon, Mark Boudreaux, Mondo, 3rd Party, action figures, toys, 2015 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1238 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-092.mp3 We're light on news this time around, but still manage to tangent this thing out to an hour and a half. We got to some a very disappointing size comparison for Masterpiece Bumblebee. We review one of my most anticipated MOTUC figures of the entire line. One of my most anticipated episodes of TV premieres tonight as well. Here's hoping they do it justice. For lack of any better Star Wars news, this happened. Podcasts Wed, 2 Apr 2014 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes We're light on news this time around, but still manage to tangent this thing out to an hour and a half. We got to some a very disappointing size comparison for Masterpiece Bumblebee. We review one of my most anticipated MOTUC figures of the entire line. One of my most anticipated episodes of TV premieres tonight as well. Here's hoping they do it justice. For lack of any better Star Wars news, this happened. We're light on news this time around, but still manage to tangent this thing out to an hour and a half. We got to some a very disappointing size comparison for Masterpiece Bumblebee. We review one of my most anticipated MOTUC figures of the entire line. One of my most anticipated episodes of TV premieres tonight as well. Here's hoping they do it justice. For lack of any better Star Wars news, this happened. 01:40:42 JoeCon, Masterpiece, Age of Extinction, Community, Modulok, action figures, toys, 2014 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1232 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-091.mp3 This time around we discuss the first true 3rd party Gobots homage. We get the very reasonable pricing on the G.I. Joe 50th Anniversary TRU exclusives. Leland Chee posts what I'm considering the best way to watch the Clone Wars from beginning to end, literally. Lastly, could we be seeing Lego compatible Masters of the Universe? Find out why we may not even have to wait until a "movie year". All this and more on our first regular episode in almost a year. Podcasts Wed, 19 Mar 2014 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes This time around we discuss the first true 3rd party Gobots homage. We get the very reasonable pricing on the G.I. Joe 50th Anniversary TRU exclusives. Leland Chee posts what I'm considering the best way to watch the Clone Wars from beginning to end, literally. Lastly, could we be seeing Lego compatible Masters of the Universe? Find out why we may not even have to wait until a "movie year". All this and more on our first regular episode in almost a year. This time around we discuss the first true 3rd party Gobots homage. We get the very reasonable pricing on the G.I. Joe 50th Anniversary TRU exclusives. Leland Chee posts what I'm considering the best way to watch the Clone Wars from beginning to end, literally. Lastly, could we be seeing Lego compatible Masters of the Universe? Find out why we may not even have to wait until a "movie year". All this and more on our first regular episode in almost a year. 01:36:32 JoeCon, Denver Comic-Con, Age of Extinction, Clone Wars, Boss Fight Studios, action figures, toys, 2014 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1221 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-090.mp3 Mrs. McFavorite wanted to bring the cast back and I thought there would be no better time than one of the two largest yearly milestones for news in our community. That's right, they're doing that again. While this year was a little lackluster, there were still some amazing reveals across the board. First Matty revealed Rio Blast. Being from New Mexico, cowboy themed toys always have held a special place for me, especially ones armed to the teeth. Something a lot of people had doubts about was Joe, but as promised at SDCC, Hasbro came with the goods for the 50th Anniversary. Especially this little snow-themed two-pack with two of my favorite vehicles and modern take on one of my favorite drivers of all time. Transformers brought the heat as usual, this time figuratively in the form of a Generations Leader Jetfire. Lastly, while seeing this made me this most happy, a certain gangster slug was the big reveal for Star Wars. Unfortunately with the rumor a version with dais and Salacious Crumb is planned for SDCC it looks like we might be headed for another Carbonitegate. Podcasts Sun, 2 Mar 2014 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Mrs. McFavorite wanted to bring the cast back and I thought there would be no better time than one of the two largest yearly milestones for news in our community. That's right, they're doing that again. While this year was a little lackluster, there were still some amazing reveals across the board. First Matty revealed Rio Blast. Being from New Mexico, cowboy themed toys always have held a special place for me, especially ones armed to the teeth. Something a lot of people had doubts about was Joe, but as promised at SDCC, Hasbro came with the goods for the 50th Anniversary. Especially this little snow-themed two-pack with two of my favorite vehicles and modern take on one of my favorite drivers of all time. Transformers brought the heat as usual, this time figuratively in the form of a Generations Leader Jetfire. Lastly, while seeing this made me this most happy, a certain gangster slug was the big reveal for Star Wars. Unfortunately with the rumor a version with dais and Salacious Crumb is planned for SDCC it looks like we might be headed for another Carbonitegate. Mrs. McFavorite wanted to bring the cast back and I thought there would be no better time than one of the two largest yearly milestones for news in our community. That's right, they're doing that again. While this year was a little lackluster, there were still some amazing reveals across the board. First Matty revealed Rio Blast. Being from New Mexico, cowboy themed toys always have held a special place for me, especially ones armed to the teeth. Something a lot of people had doubts about was Joe, but as promised at SDCC, Hasbro came with the goods for the 50th Anniversary. Especially this little snow-themed two-pack with two of my favorite vehicles and modern take on one of my favorite drivers of all time. Transformers brought the heat as usual, this time figuratively in the form of a Generations Leader Jetfire. Lastly, while seeing this made me this most happy, a certain gangster slug was the big reveal for Star Wars. Unfortunately with the rumor a version with dais and Salacious Crumb is planned for SDCC it looks like we might be headed for another Carbonitegate. 02:22:07 Toy Fair, Toy, Fair, Rio Blast, Wolf, Jetfire, Jabba, cons, conventions, action figures, toys, 2014 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1144 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-088.mp3 In the same fashion as two years ago. It's 4 am, we leave for our flight in 12 hours. I still have to pack, send out BMF's first birthday invitations, put together our swag, clean out our back room for the in-laws, do a return and most importantly get some quality time with BMF since I worked a 12 hour day. Sleep? Who needs sleep. Watch the feeds for live blogs of all the big toy panels. See you after the con! Podcasts Mon, 15 Jul 2013 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes In the same fashion as two years ago. It's 4 am, we leave for our flight in 12 hours. I still have to pack, send out BMF's first birthday invitations, put together our swag, clean out our back room for the in-laws, do a return and most importantly get some quality time with BMF since I worked a 12 hour day. Sleep? Who needs sleep. Watch the feeds for live blogs of all the big toy panels. See you after the con! In the same fashion as two years ago. It's 4 am, we leave for our flight in 12 hours. I still have to pack, send out BMF's first birthday invitations, put together our swag, clean out our back room for the in-laws, do a return and most importantly get some quality time with BMF since I worked a 12 hour day. Sleep? Who needs sleep. Watch the feeds for live blogs of all the big toy panels. See you after the con! 01:28:07 San Diego Comic-Con, SDCC, Botcon, TFCC, Panels, Exclusives, cons, conventions, action figures, toys, 2013 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1138 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-087.mp3 Wow, just WOW! That was our initial reaction as we approached the Denver Convention Center on Friday for our first taste of the 2nd annual Denver Comic Con. As we neared the entrance I overheard a door person explaining that this was the beginning of the line and that the end of the line wrapped around block. The most shocking thing was he stated it would be shorter to go the opposite direction to get to the end of the line. It was at that moment I knew we were in for an AMAZING show. Podcasts Tue, 25 Jun 2013 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Wow, just WOW! That was our initial reaction as we approached the Denver Convention Center on Friday for our first taste of the 2nd annual Denver Comic Con. As we neared the entrance I overheard a door person explaining that this was the beginning of the line and that the end of the line wrapped around block. The most shocking thing was he stated it would be shorter to go the opposite direction to get to the end of the line. It was at that moment I knew we were in for an AMAZING show. Wow, just WOW! That was our initial reaction as we approached the Denver Convention Center on Friday for our first taste of the 2nd annual Denver Comic Con. As we neared the entrance I overheard a door person explaining that this was the beginning of the line and that the end of the line wrapped around block. The most shocking thing was he stated it would be shorter to go the opposite direction to get to the end of the line. It was at that moment I knew we were in for an AMAZING show. 02:20:12 Denver Comic Con, DCC, Comic Book Classroom, CDC, cosplay, cosplayers, cons, conventions, action figures, toys, 2013 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1125 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-086.mp3 Hey, hey, hey, it's con season and we got some reporting to do, and we are going to talk about a panel or two. You'll have some fun now with me and the Mrs. here. Learning about StarFest while we drink some beer. Na, na, na, we had a good time. Na, na, na, your gonna have a good time! Podcasts Thu, 9 May 2013 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Hey, hey, hey, it's con season and we got some reporting to do, and we are going to talk about a panel or two. You'll have some fun now with me and the Mrs. here. Learning about StarFest while we drink some beer. Na, na, na, we had a good time. Na, na, na, your gonna have a good time! Hey, hey, hey, it's con season and we got some reporting to do, and we are going to talk about a panel or two. You'll have some fun now with me and the Mrs. here. Learning about StarFest while we drink some beer. Na, na, na, we had a good time. Na, na, na, your gonna have a good time! 01:48:43 Starland, StarFest, Melissa McBride, cosplay, cosplayers, action figures, toys, 2013 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1113 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-085.mp3 This is one my favorite shows of the year. As usual we had some amazing announcements this year. Mattel blew their load involuntarily and in those leaks was one of my favorite things from show. It is perhaps one of my favorite figures from the entire line in his best homage yet. While most of the G.I. Joe toys had already been shown, we did get this treat. No matter how many versions of this figure we see, every time he just gets better and better. Transformers had my best of show yet again. No it wasn't the largest Transformer to date; it was one of my favorite characters from the '86 movie. Finally Hasbro rocked the community with its announcement of a new Star Wars 6″ line. Black Series is possibly the "crossover" that may save the Star Wars line. Only time will tell. Podcasts Sun, 3 Mar 2013 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes This is one my favorite shows of the year. As usual we had some amazing announcements this year. Mattel blew their load involuntarily and in those leaks was one of my favorite things from show. It is perhaps one of my favorite figures from the entire line in his best homage yet. While most of the G.I. Joe toys had already been shown, we did get this treat. No matter how many versions of this figure we see, every time he just gets better and better. Transformers had my best of show yet again. No it wasn't the largest Transformer to date; it was one of my favorite characters from the '86 movie. Finally Hasbro rocked the community with its announcement of a new Star Wars 6″ line. Black Series is possibly the "crossover" that may save the Star Wars line. Only time will tell. This is one my favorite shows of the year. As usual we had some amazing announcements this year. Mattel blew their load involuntarily and in those leaks was one of my favorite things from show. It is perhaps one of my favorite figures from the entire line in his best homage yet. While most of the G.I. Joe toys had already been shown, we did get this treat. No matter how many versions of this figure we see, every time he just gets better and better. Transformers had my best of show yet again. No it wasn't the largest Transformer to date; it was one of my favorite characters from the '86 movie. Finally Hasbro rocked the community with its announcement of a new Star Wars 6″ line. Black Series is possibly the "crossover" that may save the Star Wars line. Only time will tell. 02:54:31 Toy Fair, NYTF, Castle Grayskull, Retaliation, Black Series, Tomahawk, Eaglehawk, action figures, toys, 2013 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1106 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-084.mp3 So what got us excited before what was one of the best Toy Fairs to date? The biggest news in years was the announcement of the Gentle Giant sculpted Star Wars Black Series 6 inch line. This has got me incredibly excited. Robot Kingdom once again teased us with a preorder outta left field for the Transformers brand. While not necessarily a preorder, a major retailer's computer system revealed yet another amazing item, this time for the G.I. Joe franchise. While not necessarily action figure related, Masters of the Universe had some great new items as well and it's finally something Mrs. McFavorite can appreciate. Podcasts Mon, 18 Feb 2013 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes So what got us excited before what was one of the best Toy Fairs to date? The biggest news in years was the announcement of the Gentle Giant sculpted Star Wars Black Series 6 inch line. This has got me incredibly excited. Robot Kingdom once again teased us with a preorder outta left field for the Transformers brand. While not necessarily a preorder, a major retailer's computer system revealed yet another amazing item, this time for the G.I. Joe franchise. While not necessarily action figure related, Masters of the Universe had some great new items as well and it's finally something Mrs. McFavorite can appreciate. So what got us excited before what was one of the best Toy Fairs to date? The biggest news in years was the announcement of the Gentle Giant sculpted Star Wars Black Series 6 inch line. This has got me incredibly excited. Robot Kingdom once again teased us with a preorder outta left field for the Transformers brand. While not necessarily a preorder, a major retailer's computer system revealed yet another amazing item, this time for the G.I. Joe franchise. While not necessarily action figure related, Masters of the Universe had some great new items as well and it's finally something Mrs. McFavorite can appreciate. 02:27:55 MOTUC, 3rd party, toys, Retaliation, MTT, Black Series, Tomahawk, figure, action figure, toy, 2013 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1100 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-083.mp3 Project Genesis continues to amaze us. Now we just need some alt mode pics. On the opposite end of the size spectrum are these new Lego Star Wars polybags. I'm loving the Umbarran MHC, both scales. One of my favorite figures this year is MOTUC Granamyr. Find out if he was worth the almost $100 price tag and if you should hunt him down on the secondary market. Bringing up the rear yet again is G.I. Joe, but at least Wave 2 of the Retaliation was in stock at one retailer. Podcasts Fri, 18 Jan 2013 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Project Genesis continues to amaze us. Now we just need some alt mode pics. On the opposite end of the size spectrum are these new Lego Star Wars polybags. I'm loving the Umbarran MHC, both scales. One of my favorite figures this year is MOTUC Granamyr. Find out if he was worth the almost $100 price tag and if you should hunt him down on the secondary market. Bringing up the rear yet again is G.I. Joe, but at least Wave 2 of the Retaliation was in stock at one retailer. Project Genesis continues to amaze us. Now we just need some alt mode pics. On the opposite end of the size spectrum are these new Lego Star Wars polybags. I'm loving the Umbarran MHC, both scales. One of my favorite figures this year is MOTUC Granamyr. Find out if he was worth the almost $100 price tag and if you should hunt him down on the secondary market. Bringing up the rear yet again is G.I. Joe, but at least Wave 2 of the Retaliation was in stock at one retailer. 02:55:08 MOTUC, 3rd party, toys, Retaliation, Granamyr, figure, action figure, toy, 2013 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1093 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-082.mp3 Here's our fifth annual Black Friday cast. As you're gorging on turkey and/or deals, remember as collectors we have hundreds, sometimes thousands of things to be thankful for. But, please do not forget to be thankful for the things that really matter, friends and family. Podcasts Thu, 22 Nov 2012 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Here's our fifth annual Black Friday cast. As you're gorging on turkey and/or deals, remember as collectors we have hundreds, sometimes thousands of things to be thankful for. But, please do not forget to be thankful for the things that really matter, friends and family. Here's our fifth annual Black Friday cast. As you're gorging on turkey and/or deals, remember as collectors we have hundreds, sometimes thousands of things to be thankful for. But, please do not forget to be thankful for the things that really matter, friends and family. 00:39:21 Black Friday, Thanksgivings, deals, sales, figure, action figure, toy, 2012 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1089 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-081.mp3 If you saw my last post, you know I'm not really feeling these as of late. So I'm taking a break. We're not taking a break, just me in regard to writing posts to accompany the shows. I just need to want to do these and I right now I don't. FYI our 5th Annual Black Friday show will be out tomorrow. Spoiler, there's not that much on sale at least in the stores. Here's hoping my online research turns up more deals tomorrow. Podcasts Wed, 21 Nov 2012 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes If you saw my last post, you know I'm not really feeling these as of late. So I'm taking a break. We're not taking a break, just me in regard to writing posts to accompany the shows. I just need to want to do these and I right now I don't. FYI our 5th Annual Black Friday show will be out tomorrow. Spoiler, there's not that much on sale at least in the stores. Here's hoping my online research turns up more deals tomorrow. If you saw my last post, you know I'm not really feeling these as of late. So I'm taking a break. We're not taking a break, just me in regard to writing posts to accompany the shows. I just need to want to do these and I right now I don't. FYI our 5th Annual Black Friday show will be out tomorrow. Spoiler, there's not that much on sale at least in the stores. Here's hoping my online research turns up more deals tomorrow. 03:06:56 Castle Grayskull, MOTUC, 3rd Party, Bruticus, Vintage, Lucasfilm, Disney, Transformers 4, action figure, toy 2012 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1083 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-080.mp3 Perhaps the biggest news, literally, is the MOTUC Castle Grayskull. The thing is massive and we're creeping up towards the minimum. If you haven't pre-ordered yet, do so NOW. G.I. Joe actually had some news this time around. Hasbro announced Kre-O is finally repping Joe-style. Most of it looks pretty bad, but there are a few pieces I can't wait for. So everyone knows this is a thing. I'm excited about the game, but I could care less about the toys. Finally, I'm so happy to see that we'll be getting the GDO G1 Deco ROTF/HFTD Leader Starscream. Man that's a mouth full. Podcasts Sun, 28 Oct 2012 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Perhaps the biggest news, literally, is the MOTUC Castle Grayskull. The thing is massive and we're creeping up towards the minimum. If you haven't pre-ordered yet, do so NOW. G.I. Joe actually had some news this time around. Hasbro announced Kre-O is finally repping Joe-style. Most of it looks pretty bad, but there are a few pieces I can't wait for. So everyone knows this is a thing. I'm excited about the game, but I could care less about the toys. Finally, I'm so happy to see that we'll be getting the GDO G1 Deco ROTF/HFTD Leader Starscream. Man that's a mouth full. Perhaps the biggest news, literally, is the MOTUC Castle Grayskull. The thing is massive and we're creeping up towards the minimum. If you haven't pre-ordered yet, do so NOW. G.I. Joe actually had some news this time around. Hasbro announced Kre-O is finally repping Joe-style. Most of it looks pretty bad, but there are a few pieces I can't wait for. So everyone knows this is a thing. I'm excited about the game, but I could care less about the toys. Finally, I'm so happy to see that we'll be getting the GDO G1 Deco ROTF/HFTD Leader Starscream. Man that's a mouth full. 03:05:26 NYCC, New York Comic-Con, Castle Grayskull, Grayskull, Kre-O, Beast Hunters, Marauders, Extinction, action figure, toy 2012 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1072 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-079.mp3 You will hear about the amazing reveal at the MOTUC panel at Power-Con. Did you know there was a missing Star Wars figure? Me neither. G.I. Joe was abysmal this week (as usual). No wonder they preempted their NYCC event with Kre-O news. Finally, Transformers, as usual, had a slew of news. Not quite as exciting as what we found out after the cast, but still interesting nonetheless. Podcasts Thu, 4 Oct 2012 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes You will hear about the amazing reveal at the MOTUC panel at Power-Con. Did you know there was a missing Star Wars figure? Me neither. G.I. Joe was abysmal this week (as usual). No wonder they preempted their NYCC event with Kre-O news. Finally, Transformers, as usual, had a slew of news. Not quite as exciting as what we found out after the cast, but still interesting nonetheless. You will hear about the amazing reveal at the MOTUC panel at Power-Con. Did you know there was a missing Star Wars figure? Me neither. G.I. Joe was abysmal this week (as usual). No wonder they preempted their NYCC event with Kre-O news. Finally, Transformers, as usual, had a slew of news. Not quite as exciting as what we found out after the cast, but still interesting nonetheless. 02:28:34 Power-Con, Castle, Grayskull, Greyskull, Octavia, Karatti, Snake Face, Masterpiece, MP, Thundercracker, action figure, toy 2012 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1059 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-078.mp3 With that out of the way, now on to the happy. Here are my favorite things from the show. First up, Celebration VI gave us our first in hand look at the Vintage Collection Royal Guard. I bought an extra opener and now I wish I had bought ten. I talk about focus characters during the show and the Royal Guard is to Star Wars as Soundwave and his minions are to Transformers. That makes this e-Hobby/TFCC colabo an absolute must. Joe news is almost non-existent as usual, but another focus character rears his beautiful shoe? Finally while I couldn't keep the focus character train rolling, we did review one of my favorite Masters of the Universe Classics piece of the entire line. Podcasts Thu, 13 Sep 2012 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes With that out of the way, now on to the happy. Here are my favorite things from the show. First up, Celebration VI gave us our first in hand look at the Vintage Collection Royal Guard. I bought an extra opener and now I wish I had bought ten. I talk about focus characters during the show and the Royal Guard is to Star Wars as Soundwave and his minions are to Transformers. That makes this e-Hobby/TFCC colabo an absolute must. Joe news is almost non-existent as usual, but another focus character rears his beautiful shoe? Finally while I couldn't keep the focus character train rolling, we did review one of my favorite Masters of the Universe Classics piece of the entire line. With that out of the way, now on to the happy. Here are my favorite things from the show. First up, Celebration VI gave us our first in hand look at the Vintage Collection Royal Guard. I bought an extra opener and now I wish I had bought ten. I talk about focus characters during the show and the Royal Guard is to Star Wars as Soundwave and his minions are to Transformers. That makes this e-Hobby/TFCC colabo an absolute must. Joe news is almost non-existent as usual, but another focus character rears his beautiful shoe? Finally while I couldn't keep the focus character train rolling, we did review one of my favorite Masters of the Universe Classics piece of the entire line. 03:43:07 Celebration 6, CVI, Celebration CVI, e-Hobby, FSS, Fall of Cybertron, FoC, Detours, action figure, toy 2012 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1033 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-077.mp3 SDCC 2012... If you can't think of at least a half of a dozen things you're excited about you need to find a new hobby. I don't think I said this on the show, but here are my favorite announcements from each line. For Masters this guy was killing it for me. Nostalgia will usually trump everything and Jitsu was one of my favorites as a kid. While Joe fans got the shaft once again panel-wise, fan sites got the opportunity to talk to the man with the plan, Derryl DePriest. He sounds excited for the 50th anniversary next year. He let it be known while it's the 50th for the brand, it will still focus on ARAH and that makes me excited. For the transforming giant robot lover in me, the news that we'll be getting the Asian Exclusives/China Imports trumped even a mechanized space dinosaur from a video game. And you know how much I love all of those things individually, let alone all in one toy. Lastly Star Wars was pretty lackluster, but again the nostalgia came through. We didn't just get the nostalgia of a Speeder Bike that explodes, for the first time it will come with a flight stand. While I've got my issues with the stand itself, it's a welcome addition to the line. All in all it was a great show. Can't wait until next year. Podcasts Wed, 25 Jul 2012 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes SDCC 2012... If you can't think of at least a half of a dozen things you're excited about you need to find a new hobby. I don't think I said this on the show, but here are my favorite announcements from each line. For Masters this guy was killing it for me. Nostalgia will usually trump everything and Jitsu was one of my favorites as a kid. While Joe fans got the shaft once again panel-wise, fan sites got the opportunity to talk to the man with the plan, Derryl DePriest. He sounds excited for the 50th anniversary next year. He let it be known while it's the 50th for the brand, it will still focus on ARAH and that makes me excited. For the transforming giant robot lover in me, the news that we'll be getting the Asian Exclusives/China Imports trumped even a mechanized space dinosaur from a video game. And you know how much I love all of those things individually, let alone all in one toy. Lastly Star Wars was pretty lackluster, but again the nostalgia came through. We didn't just get the nostalgia of a Speeder Bike that explodes, for the first time it will come with a flight stand. While I've got my issues with the stand itself, it's a welcome addition to the line. All in all it was a great show. Can't wait until next year. SDCC 2012... If you can't think of at least a half of a dozen things you're excited about you need to find a new hobby. I don't think I said this on the show, but here are my favorite announcements from each line. For Masters this guy was killing it for me. Nostalgia will usually trump everything and Jitsu was one of my favorites as a kid. While Joe fans got the shaft once again panel-wise, fan sites got the opportunity to talk to the man with the plan, Derryl DePriest. He sounds excited for the 50th anniversary next year. He let it be known while it's the 50th for the brand, it will still focus on ARAH and that makes me excited. For the transforming giant robot lover in me, the news that we'll be getting the Asian Exclusives/China Imports trumped even a mechanized space dinosaur from a video game. And you know how much I love all of those things individually, let alone all in one toy. Lastly Star Wars was pretty lackluster, but again the nostalgia came through. We didn't just get the nostalgia of a Speeder Bike that explodes, for the first time it will come with a flight stand. While I've got my issues with the stand itself, it's a welcome addition to the line. All in all it was a great show. Can't wait until next year. 02:25:17 SDCC, San Diego, Comic-Con, Comic Con, ComicCon, San Diego Comic Con, action figure, toy 2012 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1031 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-076.mp3 This week is mostly catch up with all the craziness leading up to SDCC. Not a lot news, but ridiculous amounts of sightings and new pre-orders which is about par for the course. With Joecon came The Concept Case. This thing has instigated a lot of discussion and as with all fandoms a good share of negativity. These two Kreon "combiners" kicked off what we would find out at SDCC is basically an amazing new direction for Kre-O Transformers. Star Wars has been a little lack luster as of late, but we have a little more Vintage on the way, but not much else. SPOILER, the first part of 2013 is going to suck. Lastly, Matty had an amazing (in my opinion at least) albeit expensive month. The Griffin, Atrocitus, Green Lion, Horde Prime and Snake Man-At-Arms were superb. Podcasts Fri, 13 Jul 2012 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes This week is mostly catch up with all the craziness leading up to SDCC. Not a lot news, but ridiculous amounts of sightings and new pre-orders which is about par for the course. With Joecon came The Concept Case. This thing has instigated a lot of discussion and as with all fandoms a good share of negativity. These two Kreon "combiners" kicked off what we would find out at SDCC is basically an amazing new direction for Kre-O Transformers. Star Wars has been a little lack luster as of late, but we have a little more Vintage on the way, but not much else. SPOILER, the first part of 2013 is going to suck. Lastly, Matty had an amazing (in my opinion at least) albeit expensive month. The Griffin, Atrocitus, Green Lion, Horde Prime and Snake Man-At-Arms were superb. This week is mostly catch up with all the craziness leading up to SDCC. Not a lot news, but ridiculous amounts of sightings and new pre-orders which is about par for the course. With Joecon came The Concept Case. This thing has instigated a lot of discussion and as with all fandoms a good share of negativity. These two Kreon "combiners" kicked off what we would find out at SDCC is basically an amazing new direction for Kre-O Transformers. Star Wars has been a little lack luster as of late, but we have a little more Vintage on the way, but not much else. SPOILER, the first part of 2013 is going to suck. Lastly, Matty had an amazing (in my opinion at least) albeit expensive month. The Griffin, Atrocitus, Green Lion, Horde Prime and Snake Man-At-Arms were superb. 02:33:59 G.I. Joe, Joe Con, Joecon, SDCC, CVI, Vintage, Toys, Action Figures, Retaliation, 2012 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1022 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-075.mp3 As usual, we get plenty of toy talk in during the show which was recorded in its entirety at Denver Comic Con 2012. In Masters news, we're getting a great quarterly variant in one of my favorite vintage toys, Dragon Blaster Skeletor. While we're in a holding pattern with Joe for the next 7-8 months, we got an amazing Joe compatible product in Marauder "Gun-Runners" Series 6. In the "coolest thing I've seen in a while" category is this Star Wars Lego hologram display. My favorite news of the show? Masterpiece Soundwave with a MP Laserbeak and his other minions are not only confirmed, but displayed. While the uncharismatic bore is a pretty simple Masterpiece relatively, the Laserbeak is amazing. His guns actually fold in on his cassette mode. I CANNOT wait for this, no pun intended, masterpiece. Podcasts Thu, 21 Jun 2012 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes As usual, we get plenty of toy talk in during the show which was recorded in its entirety at Denver Comic Con 2012. In Masters news, we're getting a great quarterly variant in one of my favorite vintage toys, Dragon Blaster Skeletor. While we're in a holding pattern with Joe for the next 7-8 months, we got an amazing Joe compatible product in Marauder "Gun-Runners" Series 6. In the "coolest thing I've seen in a while" category is this Star Wars Lego hologram display. My favorite news of the show? Masterpiece Soundwave with a MP Laserbeak and his other minions are not only confirmed, but displayed. While the uncharismatic bore is a pretty simple Masterpiece relatively, the Laserbeak is amazing. His guns actually fold in on his cassette mode. I CANNOT wait for this, no pun intended, masterpiece. As usual, we get plenty of toy talk in during the show which was recorded in its entirety at Denver Comic Con 2012. In Masters news, we're getting a great quarterly variant in one of my favorite vintage toys, Dragon Blaster Skeletor. While we're in a holding pattern with Joe for the next 7-8 months, we got an amazing Joe compatible product in Marauder "Gun-Runners" Series 6. In the "coolest thing I've seen in a while" category is this Star Wars Lego hologram display. My favorite news of the show? Masterpiece Soundwave with a MP Laserbeak and his other minions are not only confirmed, but displayed. While the uncharismatic bore is a pretty simple Masterpiece relatively, the Laserbeak is amazing. His guns actually fold in on his cassette mode. I CANNOT wait for this, no pun intended, masterpiece. 02:52:29 Denver Comic Con, SDCC, CIV, Vintage, Toys, Action Figures, Star Wars 1313, Retaliation, 2012 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1017 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-074.mp3 Did you know we're finally getting Mekaneck? Oh and what a neck it is. Speaking of Meka's, we're also getting a mechanized Darth Maul in a Battle Pack with one of the hardest to find Clone Wars figures and a fan favorite. Even if the Voyager Fall of Cybertron Soundwave poops out his data discs (never knew difference of disc vs. disk), I still love him with all my heart. Something else I love is YoJoe.com's new Toy Archive. It's amazing when the best get better. Podcasts Sat, 2 Jun 2012 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Did you know we're finally getting Mekaneck? Oh and what a neck it is. Speaking of Meka's, we're also getting a mechanized Darth Maul in a Battle Pack with one of the hardest to find Clone Wars figures and a fan favorite. Even if the Voyager Fall of Cybertron Soundwave poops out his data discs (never knew difference of disc vs. disk), I still love him with all my heart. Something else I love is YoJoe.com's new Toy Archive. It's amazing when the best get better. Did you know we're finally getting Mekaneck? Oh and what a neck it is. Speaking of Meka's, we're also getting a mechanized Darth Maul in a Battle Pack with one of the hardest to find Clone Wars figures and a fan favorite. Even if the Voyager Fall of Cybertron Soundwave poops out his data discs (never knew difference of disc vs. disk), I still love him with all my heart. Something else I love is YoJoe.com's new Toy Archive. It's amazing when the best get better. 02:41:58 Retaliation, War for Cybertron, Droid Factory, MOTUC, Bruticus, 3rd Party, Soundwave, Carbon-Freeze Me, Hasbro, 2012 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1009 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-073.mp3 The reason why we normally don't do interviews or have guests on is we love the dynamic of just "kicking it". From the get go Gary "Commander and Chief" and Mike "Beach Head" Irizarry of What's on Joe Mind fit right in. It was literally seconds until we were all laughing and that's what really matters. We all felt so at home that just our con segment took over one and a half hours. So we decided to just scrap our regular format and spend the next hour talking about the postponement of G.I. Joe: Retaliation. We talked what it meant for the movie, the franchise and most importantly the toys. Since Gary and Mike didn't say too much on the What's on Joes Mind Special Edition 13: The Retaliation Reaction, this is the first opportunity to hear all their thoughts on what is arguably the most significant news in the Joe fandom in recent history. Podcasts Sat, 26 May 2012 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes The reason why we normally don't do interviews or have guests on is we love the dynamic of just "kicking it". From the get go Gary "Commander and Chief" and Mike "Beach Head" Irizarry of What's on Joe Mind fit right in. It was literally seconds until we were all laughing and that's what really matters. We all felt so at home that just our con segment took over one and a half hours. So we decided to just scrap our regular format and spend the next hour talking about the postponement of G.I. Joe: Retaliation. We talked what it meant for the movie, the franchise and most importantly the toys. Since Gary and Mike didn't say too much on the What's on Joes Mind Special Edition 13: The Retaliation Reaction, this is the first opportunity to hear all their thoughts on what is arguably the most significant news in the Joe fandom in recent history. The reason why we normally don't do interviews or have guests on is we love the dynamic of just "kicking it". From the get go Gary "Commander and Chief" and Mike "Beach Head" Irizarry of What's on Joe Mind fit right in. It was literally seconds until we were all laughing and that's what really matters. We all felt so at home that just our con segment took over one and a half hours. So we decided to just scrap our regular format and spend the next hour talking about the postponement of G.I. Joe: Retaliation. We talked what it meant for the movie, the franchise and most importantly the toys. Since Gary and Mike didn't say too much on the What's on Joes Mind Special Edition 13: The Retaliation Reaction, this is the first opportunity to hear all their thoughts on what is arguably the most significant news in the Joe fandom in recent history. 02:36:02 Joecon, conventions, Retaliation, What's on Joe Mind, WOJM, G.I. Joe, Gary Godsoe, Mike Irizarry, Hasbro, 2012 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=1002 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-072.mp3 Five years in a row. Just thinking about it makes my wallet want to cry and my heart soar. Although I always exercise amazing restraint in the dealer room, I always buy all the exclusives. That right there puts you $300+ in the hole before the show even starts. However, this year I got to live vicariously through my show buddies Optimus Andy and Tylertron. They definitely took advantage of their first Botcon. I definitely took advantage of kicking it with two amazing guys. From cutting lines to being duped by a fast talking con man, from partaking in my "water" habit to getting lost in Dallas for hours. I couldn't have asked for a better last hurrah. We even got to spend time with long time Botcon bro, Saber, or as he calls himself nowadays, Bruce. Podcasts Tue, 9 May 2012 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Five years in a row. Just thinking about it makes my wallet want to cry and my heart soar. Although I always exercise amazing restraint in the dealer room, I always buy all the exclusives. That right there puts you $300+ in the hole before the show even starts. However, this year I got to live vicariously through my show buddies Optimus Andy and Tylertron. They definitely took advantage of their first Botcon. I definitely took advantage of kicking it with two amazing guys. From cutting lines to being duped by a fast talking con man, from partaking in my "water" habit to getting lost in Dallas for hours. I couldn't have asked for a better last hurrah. We even got to spend time with long time Botcon bro, Saber, or as he calls himself nowadays, Bruce. Five years in a row. Just thinking about it makes my wallet want to cry and my heart soar. Although I always exercise amazing restraint in the dealer room, I always buy all the exclusives. That right there puts you $300+ in the hole before the show even starts. However, this year I got to live vicariously through my show buddies Optimus Andy and Tylertron. They definitely took advantage of their first Botcon. I definitely took advantage of kicking it with two amazing guys. From cutting lines to being duped by a fast talking con man, from partaking in my "water" habit to getting lost in Dallas for hours. I couldn't have asked for a better last hurrah. We even got to spend time with long time Botcon bro, Saber, or as he calls himself nowadays, Bruce. 02:36:38 Botcon, 3rd Party, Optimus Andy, Tylertron, Transformers, Hasbro, 2012 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=957 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-071.mp3 With over three and a quarter hours of toy talk, you could easily spread this cast out over a week. Let us see, Monday would be con news, a smattering of great toy news and some Matty/MOTUC Q and A. Tuesday would yield a little more toy news, a look at 3rd party love and possibly the Store Report. Wednesday would have us looking at some new stuff online, including ShelfLifeX.com. As well as a quick look at What I Got. Thursday we would look at this amazing transforming Sky Striker Starscream and some affordable cancelled G.I. Joes. Finally we would round out the week of toy goodness by hearing from you, talking some Botcon and then some non-toy news from the franchises. Not a bad a week, in my opinion. Podcasts Sun, 22 Apr 2012 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes With over three and a quarter hours of toy talk, you could easily spread this cast out over a week. Let us see, Monday would be con news, a smattering of great toy news and some Matty/MOTUC Q and A. Tuesday would yield a little more toy news, a look at 3rd party love and possibly the Store Report. Wednesday would have us looking at some new stuff online, including ShelfLifeX.com. As well as a quick look at What I Got. Thursday we would look at this amazing transforming Sky Striker Starscream and some affordable cancelled G.I. Joes. Finally we would round out the week of toy goodness by hearing from you, talking some Botcon and then some non-toy news from the franchises. Not a bad a week, in my opinion. With over three and a quarter hours of toy talk, you could easily spread this cast out over a week. Let us see, Monday would be con news, a smattering of great toy news and some Matty/MOTUC Q and A. Tuesday would yield a little more toy news, a look at 3rd party love and possibly the Store Report. Wednesday would have us looking at some new stuff online, including ShelfLifeX.com. As well as a quick look at What I Got. Thursday we would look at this amazing transforming Sky Striker Starscream and some affordable cancelled G.I. Joes. Finally we would round out the week of toy goodness by hearing from you, talking some Botcon and then some non-toy news from the franchises. Not a bad a week, in my opinion. 03:16:01 Botcon, 3rd Party, Disney, Retaliation, Transformers, G.I. Joe, MOTUC, MOTU, Star Wars, 2012 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=952 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-070.mp3 As usual we talk a bunch of toys, but instead of highlighting a few of them with this post, I really wanted to focus on what has me most excited right now, Attack on Cobra Island. What's Attack on Cobra Island you say? It's an amazing old school 16 bit side scrolling G.I. Joe brawler. It is literally the game that every red blooded 80s G.I. Joe fan should've wanted back in the day. In just a few minutes of playing you can easily tell that it is a labor of love. IP infringing, fangasming love. While I roll with a pretty loose set of ethics when it comes to IP and the fandom, I believe not-for-profit projects like this need to be celebrated. Huge thanks to Justin over at General's Joes for posting about this. Podcasts Tue, 4 Apr 2012 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes As usual we talk a bunch of toys, but instead of highlighting a few of them with this post, I really wanted to focus on what has me most excited right now, Attack on Cobra Island. What's Attack on Cobra Island you say? It's an amazing old school 16 bit side scrolling G.I. Joe brawler. It is literally the game that every red blooded 80s G.I. Joe fan should've wanted back in the day. In just a few minutes of playing you can easily tell that it is a labor of love. IP infringing, fangasming love. While I roll with a pretty loose set of ethics when it comes to IP and the fandom, I believe not-for-profit projects like this need to be celebrated. Huge thanks to Justin over at General's Joes for posting about this. As usual we talk a bunch of toys, but instead of highlighting a few of them with this post, I really wanted to focus on what has me most excited right now, Attack on Cobra Island. What's Attack on Cobra Island you say? It's an amazing old school 16 bit side scrolling G.I. Joe brawler. It is literally the game that every red blooded 80s G.I. Joe fan should've wanted back in the day. In just a few minutes of playing you can easily tell that it is a labor of love. IP infringing, fangasming love. While I roll with a pretty loose set of ethics when it comes to IP and the fandom, I believe not-for-profit projects like this need to be celebrated. Huge thanks to Justin over at General's Joes for posting about this. 02:46:37 TFCC, GJCC, Botcon, Hercules, AB-115, Artist Alley, IP, Intellectual Property, 3rd Party, Transformers, G.I. Joe, 2012 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=944 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-069.mp3 It seems like the whole community is bitching. I just wish everyone could remember this is supposed to be fun. Speaking of fun, what's more fun than new Disney Star Wars figures? How about a Transformer that turns into 6 different things? No, I got it, a UFO Transformer with an old school bubble helmet. If saving money is your thing, both BBTS and Matty have pretty good sales right now. We also hear from a old friend. Finally, we pick the winner of our Toy Fair 2012 Giveaway. Podcasts Tue, 13 Mar 2012 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes It seems like the whole community is bitching. I just wish everyone could remember this is supposed to be fun. Speaking of fun, what's more fun than new Disney Star Wars figures? How about a Transformer that turns into 6 different things? No, I got it, a UFO Transformer with an old school bubble helmet. If saving money is your thing, both BBTS and Matty have pretty good sales right now. We also hear from a old friend. Finally, we pick the winner of our Toy Fair 2012 Giveaway. It seems like the whole community is bitching. I just wish everyone could remember this is supposed to be fun. Speaking of fun, what's more fun than new Disney Star Wars figures? How about a Transformer that turns into 6 different things? No, I got it, a UFO Transformer with an old school bubble helmet. If saving money is your thing, both BBTS and Matty have pretty good sales right now. We also hear from a old friend. Finally, we pick the winner of our Toy Fair 2012 Giveaway. 02:30:41 TFCC, GJCC, Botcon, Toy Fair, Toys, Customs, Reviews 3rd Party, Transformers, G.I. Joe, 2012 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=934 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-068.mp3 It's that time of year again. We kick it Toy Fair style. It's the Super Bowl of action figure events. Where plastic addicts from all around the world rejoice and/or bitch about all the new toys we'll be getting. Podcasts Mon, 20 Feb 2012 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes It's that time of year again. We kick it Toy Fair style. It's the Super Bowl of action figure events. Where plastic addicts from all around the world rejoice and/or bitch about all the new toys we'll be getting. It's that time of year again. We kick it Toy Fair style. It's the Super Bowl of action figure events. Where plastic addicts from all around the world rejoice and/or bitch about all the new toys we'll be getting. 01:54:57 Toy, Fair, 2012, Toy Fair, Star Wars, Transformers, Masters of the Universe, G.I. Joe, 2012 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=925 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-067.mp3 While this is the Super Bowl weekend of toy news, we recap everything leading up to this weekend of weekends. We kick around the leaks from UK Toy Fair, Transformers Prime releases and G.I. Joe Retaliation toys. There are some great preorders if you like the small stuff. Robert Atkins put on one hell of a custom contest. After almost a year of the Hot Rod/Rodimus Prime retrospective, we're finally reviewing Fansproject TFX-04 Protector Armor. And if you think that was a lot of reviews, I still have two more we could have done, but Mrs. McFavorite would have killed me. Podcasts Fri, 10 Feb 2012 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes While this is the Super Bowl weekend of toy news, we recap everything leading up to this weekend of weekends. We kick around the leaks from UK Toy Fair, Transformers Prime releases and G.I. Joe Retaliation toys. There are some great preorders if you like the small stuff. Robert Atkins put on one hell of a custom contest. After almost a year of the Hot Rod/Rodimus Prime retrospective, we're finally reviewing Fansproject TFX-04 Protector Armor. And if you think that was a lot of reviews, I still have two more we could have done, but Mrs. McFavorite would have killed me. While this is the Super Bowl weekend of toy news, we recap everything leading up to this weekend of weekends. We kick around the leaks from UK Toy Fair, Transformers Prime releases and G.I. Joe Retaliation toys. There are some great preorders if you like the small stuff. Robert Atkins put on one hell of a custom contest. After almost a year of the Hot Rod/Rodimus Prime retrospective, we're finally reviewing Fansproject TFX-04 Protector Armor. And if you think that was a lot of reviews, I still have two more we could have done, but Mrs. McFavorite would have killed me. 02:16:29 Toy Fair, Transformers Prime, Robert Atkins, Retaliation, G.I. Joe, 2012 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=916 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-066.mp3 One thing still makes everything right in the world, talking toys. Even though I can’t buy any right now, I still love following all the updates. While we haven’t actually talked news in over 2 months we were able to keep the cast to just under two and a half hours. During the show we discuss the onslaught of con news, recent MOTUC happenings, new Transformers toys, the collector clubs’ upcoming exclusives and some of the best 3rd party products we’ve seen in a while. As you can imagine we picked up quite a few new toys over the holidays. Finally we give our thoughts on the Travel Channel’s Toy Hunters. Podcasts Tue, 24 Jan 2012 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes One thing still makes everything right in the world, talking toys. Even though I can’t buy any right now, I still love following all the updates. While we haven’t actually talked news in over 2 months we were able to keep the cast to just under two and a half hours. During the show we discuss the onslaught of con news, recent MOTUC happenings, new Transformers toys, the collector clubs’ upcoming exclusives and some of the best 3rd party products we’ve seen in a while. As you can imagine we picked up quite a few new toys over the holidays. Finally we give our thoughts on the Travel Channel’s Toy Hunters. One thing still makes everything right in the world, talking toys. Even though I can’t buy any right now, I still love following all the updates. While we haven’t actually talked news in over 2 months we were able to keep the cast to just under two and a half hours. During the show we discuss the onslaught of con news, recent MOTUC happenings, new Transformers toys, the collector clubs’ upcoming exclusives and some of the best 3rd party products we’ve seen in a while. As you can imagine we picked up quite a few new toys over the holidays. Finally we give our thoughts on the Travel Channel’s Toy Hunters. 02:25:24 Transformers Prime, MOTUC, Star Wars, G.I. Joe, conventions, contest, The Phantom Menace 3D, Toy Hunters, 2012 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=911 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-065.mp3 The toys of the 80's were literally a perfect storm of relaxing federal regulations, the proliferation of cable TV and syndication and media tie-ins. Gone were the previous generation’s large 12" and clothed dolls. The late 70’s saw a relatively unknown film usher in a new era of action figures and with it a new approach to toy marketing. With the advancements in technology in the last 20 years, such as life-like video games and the World Wide Web, unfortunately kids will never have an experience like we did. While we normally cover the 4 boys’ lines that have dominated action figure isles for the last 30+ years, this time around we talk about our other favorite lines from what many kids that grew up during that time call the best decade ever, the 80's. Podcasts Sat, 14 Jan 2012 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes The toys of the 80's were literally a perfect storm of relaxing federal regulations, the proliferation of cable TV and syndication and media tie-ins. Gone were the previous generation’s large 12" and clothed dolls. The late 70’s saw a relatively unknown film usher in a new era of action figures and with it a new approach to toy marketing. With the advancements in technology in the last 20 years, such as life-like video games and the World Wide Web, unfortunately kids will never have an experience like we did. While we normally cover the 4 boys’ lines that have dominated action figure isles for the last 30+ years, this time around we talk about our other favorite lines from what many kids that grew up during that time call the best decade ever, the 80's. The toys of the 80's were literally a perfect storm of relaxing federal regulations, the proliferation of cable TV and syndication and media tie-ins. Gone were the previous generation’s large 12" and clothed dolls. The late 70’s saw a relatively unknown film usher in a new era of action figures and with it a new approach to toy marketing. With the advancements in technology in the last 20 years, such as life-like video games and the World Wide Web, unfortunately kids will never have an experience like we did. While we normally cover the 4 boys’ lines that have dominated action figure isles for the last 30+ years, this time around we talk about our other favorite lines from what many kids that grew up during that time call the best decade ever, the 80's. 01:58:17 Battle Beasts, Cabbage Patch Kids, Super Powers, Care Bears, Starrios, Popples, M.A.S.K., Huuga Bunch, vintage, 80s, toys, 2012 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=905 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-064.mp3 Well both of us just woke up from a tryptophan coma. Now we need to get ready for the Black Friday madness. We have one of your favorites back on the show. Hope you enjoy this year's cast. Podcasts Thu, 24 Nov 2011 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Well both of us just woke up from a tryptophan coma. Now we need to get ready for the Black Friday madness. We have one of your favorites back on the show. Hope you enjoy this year's cast. Well both of us just woke up from a tryptophan coma. Now we need to get ready for the Black Friday madness. We have one of your favorites back on the show. Hope you enjoy this year's cast. 00:58:35 Black Friday, Sales, Masters of the Universe, G.I. Joe, Star Wars, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2011 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=897 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-063.mp3 We got some great toy news for you this time around. The G.I. Joe Collector Club has revealed a ton of their new Figure Subscription Service (FSS) figures. If you want to decide not only the next Fans’ Choice figure for Star Wars, but probably a majority of the obscure figures to come in the next few years, go vote now! Did you now there’s a Dinobot combiner? There is and it looks good, not great, but that might be good enough. Finally, it’s that time of year. Hasbro Toy Shop has 25% off and free shipping for all of their friends and family and who’s a better friend than us. It applies to almost everything, sans the only thing people really want, the exclusives. Podcasts Thu, 10 Nov 2011 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes We got some great toy news for you this time around. The G.I. Joe Collector Club has revealed a ton of their new Figure Subscription Service (FSS) figures. If you want to decide not only the next Fans’ Choice figure for Star Wars, but probably a majority of the obscure figures to come in the next few years, go vote now! Did you now there’s a Dinobot combiner? There is and it looks good, not great, but that might be good enough. Finally, it’s that time of year. Hasbro Toy Shop has 25% off and free shipping for all of their friends and family and who’s a better friend than us. It applies to almost everything, sans the only thing people really want, the exclusives. We got some great toy news for you this time around. The G.I. Joe Collector Club has revealed a ton of their new Figure Subscription Service (FSS) figures. If you want to decide not only the next Fans’ Choice figure for Star Wars, but probably a majority of the obscure figures to come in the next few years, go vote now! Did you now there’s a Dinobot combiner? There is and it looks good, not great, but that might be good enough. Finally, it’s that time of year. Hasbro Toy Shop has 25% off and free shipping for all of their friends and family and who’s a better friend than us. It applies to almost everything, sans the only thing people really want, the exclusives. 02:12:49 Figure Subscription Service, FSS, Masters of the Universe, G.I. Joe, Star Wars, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2011 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=888 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-062.mp3 Power-Con showed some new, new, new shit. First one of my favorite Masters figs is coming and I didn't know I even wanted a Griffin, but now I can't live without out it. Another one of my favorite figures might be coming too. I got a little coupon crazy this week, even more so than normal. We announce the winner of our 3rd Annual Swagaway. Lastly , I'm honored by one of the most renowned reviewers in the community. As with all of our co-hosted shows, this was definitely one of my favorites. Hope it's one of yours too. Podcasts Mon, 17 Oct 2011 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Power-Con showed some new, new, new shit. First one of my favorite Masters figs is coming and I didn't know I even wanted a Griffin, but now I can't live without out it. Another one of my favorite figures might be coming too. I got a little coupon crazy this week, even more so than normal. We announce the winner of our 3rd Annual Swagaway. Lastly , I'm honored by one of the most renowned reviewers in the community. As with all of our co-hosted shows, this was definitely one of my favorites. Hope it's one of yours too. Power-Con showed some new, new, new shit. First one of my favorite Masters figs is coming and I didn't know I even wanted a Griffin, but now I can't live without out it. Another one of my favorite figures might be coming too. I got a little coupon crazy this week, even more so than normal. We announce the winner of our 3rd Annual Swagaway. Lastly , I'm honored by one of the most renowned reviewers in the community. As with all of our co-hosted shows, this was definitely one of my favorites. Hope it's one of yours too. 02:37:36 Masters of the Universe, G.I. Joe, Star Wars, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2011 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=881 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-061.mp3 And now, TOYS. With exclusives Runamuck, Runabout, Footloose and the upcoming Joe sub it's a great time to be a member of the Collector Clubs. Is Amazon really opening a toy only site? HELL to the YES! Hasbro is going to make us a new figure. You just have to tell them which one. There's some new stuff on pegs, shelves and that Web thing. More importantly, don't forget to enter our 3rd Annual Swagaway. Just let us know your favorite thing from Comic-Con 2011 before October 1st. Podcasts Thu, 22 Sep 2011 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes And now, TOYS. With exclusives Runamuck, Runabout, Footloose and the upcoming Joe sub it's a great time to be a member of the Collector Clubs. Is Amazon really opening a toy only site? HELL to the YES! Hasbro is going to make us a new figure. You just have to tell them which one. There's some new stuff on pegs, shelves and that Web thing. More importantly, don't forget to enter our 3rd Annual Swagaway. Just let us know your favorite thing from Comic-Con 2011 before October 1st. And now, TOYS. With exclusives Runamuck, Runabout, Footloose and the upcoming Joe sub it's a great time to be a member of the Collector Clubs. Is Amazon really opening a toy only site? HELL to the YES! Hasbro is going to make us a new figure. You just have to tell them which one. There's some new stuff on pegs, shelves and that Web thing. More importantly, don't forget to enter our 3rd Annual Swagaway. Just let us know your favorite thing from Comic-Con 2011 before October 1st. 01:31:18 Masters of the Universe, G.I. Joe, Star Wars, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2011 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=874 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-060.mp3 Since what is becoming our standard post-SDCC absence, there hasn't been too much toys news. The G.I. Joe Collectors' Club has announced more details about their sub, including the first two figures. Matty has gone sub crazy, but what's new? As usual, there has been a glut of product in stores after SDCC. Mostly DOTM, but even the 30th Anniversary Joes are showing up early. To go along with the whole golden age / homage thing, Hasbro and Amazon finally released their Transformers: The Movie 25th Anniversary Unicron and it was a quick sell out, and I mean quick sell out, for Amazon at least. Oh, by the way, look what I got. Lastly, those Star Wars Blu-rays are drawing a lot of attention and a lot of it is not so good. Podcasts Sat, 3 Sep 2011 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Since what is becoming our standard post-SDCC absence, there hasn't been too much toys news. The G.I. Joe Collectors' Club has announced more details about their sub, including the first two figures. Matty has gone sub crazy, but what's new? As usual, there has been a glut of product in stores after SDCC. Mostly DOTM, but even the 30th Anniversary Joes are showing up early. To go along with the whole golden age / homage thing, Hasbro and Amazon finally released their Transformers: The Movie 25th Anniversary Unicron and it was a quick sell out, and I mean quick sell out, for Amazon at least. Oh, by the way, look what I got. Lastly, those Star Wars Blu-rays are drawing a lot of attention and a lot of it is not so good. Since what is becoming our standard post-SDCC absence, there hasn't been too much toys news. The G.I. Joe Collectors' Club has announced more details about their sub, including the first two figures. Matty has gone sub crazy, but what's new? As usual, there has been a glut of product in stores after SDCC. Mostly DOTM, but even the 30th Anniversary Joes are showing up early. To go along with the whole golden age / homage thing, Hasbro and Amazon finally released their Transformers: The Movie 25th Anniversary Unicron and it was a quick sell out, and I mean quick sell out, for Amazon at least. Oh, by the way, look what I got. Lastly, those Star Wars Blu-rays are drawing a lot of attention and a lot of it is not so good. 02:26:56 Masters of the Universe, G.I. Joe, Star Wars, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2011 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=868 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-059.mp3 How can you not get excited about the new Clone Wars and Vintage Collection Figures? While pricey, what kid of the 80's wouldn't have killed for a 2 foot Voltron figure? Speaking of the 80's, what about Mattel finally getting the Filmation rights? We've got a Filmation accurate Grannamyr and Shadow Weaver coming. How about Transformers Generations continuing with a new Junkion? In this day and age where spoilers run rampant and are almost the norm, it's simply amazing to be one of the first to hear about and sometimes see brand new toys. This episode only briefly touches on my addiction. What we really try to do is give you the full SDCC experience. For more Comic-Cony goodness, don't forget to check out the photos on Flickr and videos of all the important toy cases on YouTube. Podcasts Mon, 1 Aug 2011 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes How can you not get excited about the new Clone Wars and Vintage Collection Figures? While pricey, what kid of the 80's wouldn't have killed for a 2 foot Voltron figure? Speaking of the 80's, what about Mattel finally getting the Filmation rights? We've got a Filmation accurate Grannamyr and Shadow Weaver coming. How about Transformers Generations continuing with a new Junkion? In this day and age where spoilers run rampant and are almost the norm, it's simply amazing to be one of the first to hear about and sometimes see brand new toys. This episode only briefly touches on my addiction. What we really try to do is give you the full SDCC experience. For more Comic-Cony goodness, don't forget to check out the photos on Flickr and videos of all the important toy cases on YouTube. How can you not get excited about the new Clone Wars and Vintage Collection Figures? While pricey, what kid of the 80's wouldn't have killed for a 2 foot Voltron figure? Speaking of the 80's, what about Mattel finally getting the Filmation rights? We've got a Filmation accurate Grannamyr and Shadow Weaver coming. How about Transformers Generations continuing with a new Junkion? In this day and age where spoilers run rampant and are almost the norm, it's simply amazing to be one of the first to hear about and sometimes see brand new toys. This episode only briefly touches on my addiction. What we really try to do is give you the full SDCC experience. For more Comic-Cony goodness, don't forget to check out the photos on Flickr and videos of all the important toy cases on YouTube. 02:53:42 SDCC, Filmation, Comic-Con, Masters of the Universe, G.I. Joe, Star Wars, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2011 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=781 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-058.mp3 We're in San Diego. It's 30 minutes until we hit the con. No time for musing. Congratulations to Cliff for winning the SDCC Personal Shopper Contest. Here's the new podcast. Podcasts Tue, 19 Jul 2011 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes We're in San Diego. It's 30 minutes until we hit the con. No time for musing. Congratulations to Cliff for winning the SDCC Personal Shopper Contest. Here's the new podcast. We're in San Diego. It's 30 minutes until we hit the con. No time for musing. Congratulations to Cliff for winning the SDCC Personal Shopper Contest. Here's the new podcast. 02:47:18 Masters of the Universe, G.I. Joe, Star Wars, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2011 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=769 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-057.mp3 I just want to give a big shout out to the sites that make this possible. First off, to everyone that actually participates in the Q and As. Without you we wouldn't get all the juicy details we do get. But, more importantly He-Man.org, GeneralsJoes.com and Rebelscum.com. These sites take on the daunting task of compiling a round up of all the Q and As across the Web for their respective lines. Please visit them often, click on their advertisers and if possible donate to them. Finally a big thank you has to go out to Hasbro and Mattel. Without their participation, Q and As wouldn't even exist. Podcasts Tue, 12 Jul 2011 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I just want to give a big shout out to the sites that make this possible. First off, to everyone that actually participates in the Q and As. Without you we wouldn't get all the juicy details we do get. But, more importantly He-Man.org, GeneralsJoes.com and Rebelscum.com. These sites take on the daunting task of compiling a round up of all the Q and As across the Web for their respective lines. Please visit them often, click on their advertisers and if possible donate to them. Finally a big thank you has to go out to Hasbro and Mattel. Without their participation, Q and As wouldn't even exist. I just want to give a big shout out to the sites that make this possible. First off, to everyone that actually participates in the Q and As. Without you we wouldn't get all the juicy details we do get. But, more importantly He-Man.org, GeneralsJoes.com and Rebelscum.com. These sites take on the daunting task of compiling a round up of all the Q and As across the Web for their respective lines. Please visit them often, click on their advertisers and if possible donate to them. Finally a big thank you has to go out to Hasbro and Mattel. Without their participation, Q and As wouldn't even exist. 00:41:39 Q and A, Masters of the Universe, G.I. Joe, Star Wars, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2011 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=762 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-056.mp3 This week we rap about the black repaint of MP Rodimus Prime, Megator's secret accessory, Dinosaur and combiner cassette knock-offs and new Disney Star Wars toys. Also of great importance are the reissue Devastator gift set, Fansproject Insecticons and the Star Wars Lego Super Star Destroyer. That and much, much more toy goodness. Podcasts Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes This week we rap about the black repaint of MP Rodimus Prime, Megator's secret accessory, Dinosaur and combiner cassette knock-offs and new Disney Star Wars toys. Also of great importance are the reissue Devastator gift set, Fansproject Insecticons and the Star Wars Lego Super Star Destroyer. That and much, much more toy goodness. This week we rap about the black repaint of MP Rodimus Prime, Megator's secret accessory, dinosaur and combiner cassette knock-offs and new Disney Star Wars toys. Also of great importance are the reissue Devastator gift set, Fansproject Insecticons and the Star Wars Lego Super Star Destroyer. That and much, much more toy goodness. 02:32:04 KO, Rodimus, Disney, Star Wars, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2011 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=750 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-055.mp3 Oh Botcon 2011, I had such a blast. I can't ever help but have fun at a con. I got to meet a few listeners, kick it with some good friends and enjoy a healthy amount of single serving friends. As always the Hasbro panel is the pinnacle. 25th Anniversary Transformers: The Movie Unicron, Prime Cliffjumper and Zombie Cliffjumper? While not a huge Bayformer fan, G1 Deco Ironhide, more Wreckers and Cyberverse Shockwave? What? Don't even get me started on Transformers: Prime SDCC Matrix Prime, Wheeljack and Soundwave with Laserbeak. We have a great year ahead of us. Let's just hope the movie is amazing as it should be. Podcasts Tue, 14 Jun 2011 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Oh Botcon 2011, I had such a blast. I can't ever help but have fun at a con. I got to meet a few listeners, kick it with some good friends and enjoy a healthy amount of single serving friends. As always the Hasbro panel is the pinnacle. 25th Anniversary Transformers: The Movie Unicron, Prime Cliffjumper and Zombie Cliffjumper? While not a huge Bayformer fan, G1 Deco Ironhide, more Wreckers and Cyberverse Shockwave? What? Don't even get me started on Transformers: Prime SDCC Matrix Prime, Wheeljack and Soundwave with Laserbeak. We have a great year ahead of us. Let's just hope the movie is amazing as it should be. Oh Botcon 2011, I had such a blast. I can't ever help but have fun at a con. I got to meet a few listeners, kick it with some good friends and enjoy a healthy amount of single serving friends. As always the Hasbro panel is the pinnacle. 25th Anniversary Transformers: The Movie Unicron, Prime Cliffjumper and Zombie Cliffjumper? While not a huge Bayformer fan, G1 Deco Ironhide, more Wreckers and Cyberverse Shockwave? What? Don't even get me started on Transformers: Prime SDCC Matrix Prime, Wheeljack and Soundwave with Laserbeak. We have a great year ahead of us. Let's just hope the movie is amazing as it should be. 01:36:58 Botcon, Dark of the Moon, DOTM, Prime, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2011 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=690 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-054.mp3 Well, it's another big fat long show for ya. I think we're getting all chatty in our old age. Cons, cons and more cons. However, Power-Con is definitely showing some promise. Val and his gang are definitely doing it up. Love that DOTM toys are finally out so people are getting all the pent up expectations out. I've got a couple myself and like them quite a bit. New Star Wars reveals are plentiful. We're getting quite a few new toys for what is normally a very dry period for toys. Well at least other people are finding Warpath, new Pursuit of Cobra and previously thought-to-be-cancelled toys. We got voicemails a plenty. Finally, Christmas ornaments and books. Yeah I know, real exciting finale there. But, who knows, maybe you're into that sort of thing. Podcasts Wed, 1 Jun 2011 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Well, it's another big fat long show for ya. I think we're getting all chatty in our old age. Cons, cons and more cons. However, Power-Con is definitely showing some promise. Val and his gang are definitely doing it up. Love that DOTM toys are finally out so people are getting all the pent up expectations out. I've got a couple myself and like them quite a bit. New Star Wars reveals are plentiful. We're getting quite a few new toys for what is normally a very dry period for toys. Well at least other people are finding Warpath, new Pursuit of Cobra and previously thought-to-be-cancelled toys. We got voicemails a plenty. Finally, Christmas ornaments and books. Yeah I know, real exciting finale there. But, who knows, maybe you're into that sort of thing. Well, it's another big fat long show for ya. I think we're getting all chatty in our old age. Cons, cons and more cons. However, Power-Con is definitely showing some promise. Val and his gang are definitely doing it up. Love that DOTM toys are finally out so people are getting all the pent up expectations out. I've got a couple myself and like them quite a bit. New Star Wars reveals are plentiful. We're getting quite a few new toys for what is normally a very dry period for toys. Well at least other people are finding Warpath, new Pursuit of Cobra and previously thought-to-be-cancelled toys. We got voicemails a plenty. Finally, Christmas ornaments and books. Yeah I know, real exciting finale there. But, who knows, maybe you're into that sort of thing. 02:50:55 Botcon, Power-Con, Star Wars, MOTUC, G.I. Joe, Trasnformers, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2011 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=681 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-053.mp3 WE’RE BACK BITCHES! Now that feels good. Con season is officially in full effect. Botcon is less than a month away and we get Mattel’s huge SDCC exclusives reveal. Dark of the Moon toys are less than a week away, but of course they are already popping up all over the place. Items thought to never see mass release are showing up on pegs. Finally, May the fourth be with you? It’s with us. Podcasts Sun, 8 May 2011 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes WE’RE BACK BITCHES! Now that feels good. Con season is officially in full effect. Botcon is less than a month away and we get Mattel’s huge SDCC exclusives reveal. Dark of the Moon toys are less than a week away, but of course they are already popping up all over the place. Items thought to never see mass release are showing up on pegs. Finally, May the fourth be with you? It’s with us. WE’RE BACK BITCHES! Now that feels good. Con season is officially in full effect. Botcon is less than a month away and we get Mattel’s huge SDCC exclusives reveal. Dark of the Moon toys are less than a week away, but of course they are already popping up all over the place. Items thought to never see mass release are showing up on pegs. Finally, May the fourth be with you? It’s with us. 02:41:29 Star Wars, MOTUC, G.I. Joe, Trasnformers, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2011 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=670 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-052.mp3 We're back with this year's Joecon coverage and it's Hasbro Archives panel which was nothing less than spectacular. Also this week, the Transformers Collectors Club drops some tidbits on Kre-O. WonderCon brings us some new MOTUC figures. Our featured custom is actually an entire line of B.A.T.ized vehicles. We take a look at the G1 Rodimus Prime "action figure". Finally, you guys ROCK! We get a ton of participation. Podcasts Thu, 7 Apr 2011 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes We're back with this year's Joecon coverage and it's Hasbro Archives panel which was nothing less than spectacular. Also this week, the Transformers Collectors Club drops some tidbits on Kre-O. WonderCon brings us some new MOTUC figures. Our featured custom is actually an entire line of B.A.T.ized vehicles. We take a look at the G1 Rodimus Prime "action figure". Finally, you guys ROCK! We get a ton of participation. We're back with this year's Joecon coverage and it's Hasbro Archives panel which was nothing less than spectacular. Also this week, the Transformers Collectors Club drops some tidbits on Kre-O. WonderCon brings us some new MOTUC figures. Our featured custom is actually an entire line of B.A.T.ized vehicles. We take a look at the G1 Rodimus Prime "action figure". Finally, you guys ROCK! We get a ton of participation. 01:54:55 Star Wars, MOTUC, G.I. Joe, Trasnformers, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2011 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=666 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-051.mp3 Speaking of participating, we picked a winner in our Toy Fair voicemail contest. However, first we both get all excited about me being registered for Botcon (which is now sold out). Kre-O and Cyberverse continue to peak my interest. Matty continues to disappoint fans. We got a metric crap ton of new toys including Fansproject Protector and start our Hot Rod/Rodimus Prime retrospective. Do you know what the greatest part of the show is? We got two first-time callers and a first-time question asker. Podcasts Tue, 29 Mar 2011 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Speaking of participating, we picked a winner in our Toy Fair voicemail contest. However, first we both get all excited about me being registered for Botcon (which is now sold out). Kre-O and Cyberverse continue to peak my interest. Matty continues to disappoint fans. We got a metric crap ton of new toys including Fansproject Protector and start our Hot Rod/Rodimus Prime retrospective. Do you know what the greatest part of the show is? We got two first-time callers and a first-time question asker. Speaking of participating, we picked a winner in our Toy Fair voicemail contest. However, first we both get all excited about me being registered for Botcon (which is now sold out). Kre-O and Cyberverse continue to peak my interest. Matty continues to disappoint fans. We got a metric crap ton of new toys including Fansproject Protector and start our Hot Rod/Rodimus Prime retrospective. Do you know what the greatest part of the show is? We got two first-time callers and a first-time question asker. 01:44:00 Star Wars, MOTUC, G.I. Joe, Trasnformers, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2011 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=657 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-050.mp3 Have you ever looked into someone’s window and thought about what their life might be like? Well for this episode we let you peer into our window. In other words we indulge our egos and talk about ourselves the entire time. Have you ever wondered how Mrs. McFavorite and I got into collecting? Or maybe how we even met? If not, then go ahead and tune in next week when we’ll return with all the latest and greatest toy news. However, this episode will serve as a primer for any new listeners and hopefully as a means to let our regulars get to know the love of my life and myself even better. Podcasts Wed, 16 Mar 2011 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Have you ever looked into someone’s window and thought about what their life might be like? Well for this episode we let you peer into our window. In other words we indulge our egos and talk about ourselves the entire time. Have you ever wondered how Mrs. McFavorite and I got into collecting? Or maybe how we even met? If not, then go ahead and tune in next week when we’ll return with all the latest and greatest toy news. However, this episode will serve as a primer for any new listeners and hopefully as a means to let our regulars get to know the love of my life and myself even better. Have you ever looked into someone’s window and thought about what their life might be like? Well for this episode we let you peer into our window. In other words we indulge our egos and talk about ourselves the entire time. Have you ever wondered how Mrs. McFavorite and I got into collecting? Or maybe how we even met? If not, then go ahead and tune in next week when we’ll return with all the latest and greatest toy news. However, this episode will serve as a primer for any new listeners and hopefully as a means to let our regulars get to know the love of my life and myself even better. 02:04:29 husband, wife, 50th, Star Wars, MOTUC, G.I. Joe, Trasnformers, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2011 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=649 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-049.mp3 This week we got some great news via that new fangled InterWeb. Have you seen the group shot of the Botcon set? If that doesn’t excite you, you better check your pulse kids. Dark of the Moon toy news has slowed down a little since Toy Fair, but the first figure has popped up at retail. We talk about the new Star Wars packaging and fawn over some amazing new West Wars figures by the one and only Sillof. Oh, oh and can you say Headmasters? That’s right, the Japanese-only continuation to original Transformers cartoon is finally coming to the states with a professional English dub. That’s good news as I make it a rule to never read TV. Finally, don’t forget to enter our Toy Fair giveaway. We listen to the first three entries on the show. All you gotta do is give us call at 720.235.TOYS (8697) and tell us what your favorite reveal was from Toy Fair 2011. We got a ridiculous stack of comics to give away, in addition to a toy from your franchise of choice. Podcasts Tue, 8 Mar 2011 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes This week we got some great news via that new fangled InterWeb. Have you seen the group shot of the Botcon set? If that doesn’t excite you, you better check your pulse kids. Dark of the Moon toy news has slowed down a little since Toy Fair, but the first figure has popped up at retail. We talk about the new Star Wars packaging and fawn over some amazing new West Wars figures by the one and only Sillof. Oh, oh and can you say Headmasters? That’s right, the Japanese-only continuation to original Transformers cartoon is finally coming to the states with a professional English dub. That’s good news as I make it a rule to never read TV. Finally, don’t forget to enter our Toy Fair giveaway. We listen to the first three entries on the show. All you gotta do is give us call at 720.235.TOYS (8697) and tell us what your favorite reveal was from Toy Fair 2011. We got a ridiculous stack of comics to give away, in addition to a toy from your franchise of choice. This week we got some great news via that new fangled InterWeb. Have you seen the group shot of the Botcon set? If that doesn’t excite you, you better check your pulse kids. Dark of the Moon toy news has slowed down a little since Toy Fair, but the first figure has popped up at retail. We talk about the new Star Wars packaging and fawn over some amazing new West Wars figures by the one and only Sillof. Oh, oh and can you say Headmasters? That’s right, the Japanese-only continuation to original Transformers cartoon is finally coming to the states with a professional English dub. That’s good news as I make it a rule to never read TV. Finally, don’t forget to enter our Toy Fair giveaway. We listen to the first three entries on the show. All you gotta do is give us call at 720.235.TOYS (8697) and tell us what your favorite reveal was from Toy Fair 2011. We got a ridiculous stack of comics to give away, in addition to a toy from your franchise of choice. 01:23:53 Dark of the Moon, DOTM, Headmasters, Star Wars, MOTUC, G.I. Joe, Trasnformers, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2011 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=642 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-048.mp3 How excited are you after Toy Fair? I guarantee you’re not more excited than me. WOW there are some great toys coming out in the foreseeable future. Perhaps my favorites are coming to San Diego Comic-Con. There’s the gigantic Death Star 14-pack of Star Wars Vintage Revenge of the Jedi carded figures. Coming a close second is the first ever official G.I. Joe Transformers cross-over Starscream Sky Striker WITH Pilot Cobra Commander and 3.75″ scaled Megatron Walther P38. In addition to “Starscream”, the Joe team showed a modern version of perhaps one of my most favorite 80’s toys, Sci Fi. Not to mention them taking advantage of my weakness for red repaints with the new Crimson H.I.S.S. Lastly Mattel continues to rock it out with their MOTUC line out. Their Faceless One, while not faceless still looks amazing and is a great addition for people like me that love obscure characters. Podcasts Fri, 18 Feb 2011 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes How excited are you after Toy Fair? I guarantee you’re not more excited than me. WOW there are some great toys coming out in the foreseeable future. Perhaps my favorites are coming to San Diego Comic-Con. There’s the gigantic Death Star 14-pack of Star Wars Vintage Revenge of the Jedi carded figures. Coming a close second is the first ever official G.I. Joe Transformers cross-over Starscream Sky Striker WITH Pilot Cobra Commander and 3.75″ scaled Megatron Walther P38. In addition to “Starscream”, the Joe team showed a modern version of perhaps one of my most favorite 80’s toys, Sci Fi. Not to mention them taking advantage of my weakness for red repaints with the new Crimson H.I.S.S. Lastly Mattel continues to rock it out with their MOTUC line out. Their Faceless One, while not faceless still looks amazing and is a great addition for people like me that love obscure characters. How excited are you after Toy Fair? I guarantee you’re not more excited than me. WOW there are some great toys coming out in the foreseeable future. Perhaps my favorites are coming to San Diego Comic-Con. There’s the gigantic Death Star 14-pack of Star Wars Vintage Revenge of the Jedi carded figures. Coming a close second is the first ever official G.I. Joe Transformers cross-over Starscream Sky Striker WITH Pilot Cobra Commander and 3.75″ scaled Megatron Walther P38. In addition to “Starscream”, the Joe team showed a modern version of perhaps one of my most favorite 80’s toys, Sci Fi. Not to mention them taking advantage of my weakness for red repaints with the new Crimson H.I.S.S. Lastly Mattel continues to rock it out with their MOTUC line out. Their Faceless One, while not faceless still looks amazing and is a great addition for people like me that love obscure characters. 02:13:41 Toy Fair, Star Wars, MOTUC, G.I. Joe, Trasnformers, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2011 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=634 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-047.mp3 If you’ve seen the length of the show, you can probably tell we’re drinking again. But wow, almost three hours! So, yeah we go off. I suggest breaking it up into a couple or five sittings. First up, Transformers: ANIMATED STUNTICONS! We just got Drag Strip today. She’s real and she’s spectacular. SDCC passes sell out in one day. Transformers: Prime toys are so good they make me want to like the show. We take a look at possibly the coolest Snake Eyes figure ever. Tons of new waves are hitting and going up for pre-order. TFSource does right by collectors. Finally, can we have a moment of silence for my beloved Toyfare... Podcasts Thu, 10 Feb 2011 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes If you’ve seen the length of the show, you can probably tell we’re drinking again. But wow, almost three hours! So, yeah we go off. I suggest breaking it up into a couple or five sittings. First up, Transformers: ANIMATED STUNTICONS! We just got Drag Strip today. She’s real and she’s spectacular. SDCC passes sell out in one day. Transformers: Prime toys are so good they make me want to like the show. We take a look at possibly the coolest Snake Eyes figure ever. Tons of new waves are hitting and going up for pre-order. TFSource does right by collectors. Finally, can we have a moment of silence for my beloved Toyfare... If you’ve seen the length of the show, you can probably tell we’re drinking again. But wow, almost three hours! So, yeah we go off. I suggest breaking it up into a couple or five sittings. First up, Transformers: ANIMATED STUNTICONS! We just got Drag Strip today. She’s real and she’s spectacular. SDCC passes sell out in one day. Transformers: Prime toys are so good they make me want to like the show. We take a look at possibly the coolest Snake Eyes figure ever. Tons of new waves are hitting and going up for pre-order. TFSource does right by collectors. Finally, can we have a moment of silence for my beloved Toyfare... 02:52:07 Toy Fair, Star Wars, MOTUC, G.I. Joe, Trasnformers, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2011 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=623 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-046.mp3 We’ve got a few lists this time around. First we get what seems to be a pretty complete one of the first wave of Dark of the Moon figures. Then I compare my top 5 2010 MOTUC figures to the peeps over at He-Man.org. A Walmart list reveals Generations Arcee and WARPATH! Don’t forget my list of toys for sale. Lotsa Star Wars toys are being leaked. Remember all those cool PoC vehicles we saw at SDCC and Joecon? Well they’re showing up and the best ones aren’t at Ross this time. We continue our G1 Ultra Magnus retrospective with his Classics version. Next up, City Commander. Finally we have some amazing Grab Brag for ya. Podcasts Mon, 24 Jan 2011 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes We’ve got a few lists this time around. First we get what seems to be a pretty complete one of the first wave of Dark of the Moon figures. Then I compare my top 5 2010 MOTUC figures to the peeps over at He-Man.org. A Walmart list reveals Generations Arcee and WARPATH! Don’t forget my list of toys for sale. Lotsa Star Wars toys are being leaked. Remember all those cool PoC vehicles we saw at SDCC and Joecon? Well they’re showing up and the best ones aren’t at Ross this time. We continue our G1 Ultra Magnus retrospective with his Classics version. Next up, City Commander. Finally we have some amazing Grab Brag for ya. We’ve got a few lists this time around. First we get what seems to be a pretty complete one of the first wave of Dark of the Moon figures. Then I compare my top 5 2010 MOTUC figures to the peeps over at He-Man.org. A Walmart list reveals Generations Arcee and WARPATH! Don’t forget my list of toys for sale. Lotsa Star Wars toys are being leaked. Remember all those cool PoC vehicles we saw at SDCC and Joecon? Well they’re showing up and the best ones aren’t at Ross this time. We continue our G1 Ultra Magnus retrospective with his Classics version. Next up, City Commander. Finally we have some amazing Grab Brag for ya. 01:47:30 Fan projects, Star Wars, MOTUC, G.I. Joe, Trasnformers, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2010 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=616 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-045.mp3 I know everything gets better with time, but damn we collectors (especially us 30 somethings) are getting amazing nods to our childhood. The Vintage Collection is putting out some amazing new figures. We are seeing Transformers I thought I would never see. To top it all off there is going to be a set of Joes I always wanted and one of my most favorite Christmas gifts ever. What can I say, life is good right now. Hope it is for you too. Podcasts Thu, 6 Jan 2011 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I know everything gets better with time, but damn we collectors (especially us 30 somethings) are getting amazing nods to our childhood. The Vintage Collection is putting out some amazing new figures. We are seeing Transformers I thought I would never see. To top it all off there is going to be a set of Joes I always wanted and one of my most favorite Christmas gifts ever. What can I say, life is good right now. Hope it is for you too. I know everything gets better with time, but damn we collectors (especially us 30 somethings) are getting amazing nods to our childhood. The Vintage Collection is putting out some amazing new figures. We are seeing Transformers I thought I would never see. To top it all off there is going to be a set of Joes I always wanted and one of my most favorite Christmas gifts ever. What can I say, life is good right now. Hope it is for you too. 02:35:36 Fan projects, Star Wars, MOTUC, G.I. Joe, Trasnformers, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2010 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=609 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-044.mp3 Black Friday 2010 Podcasts Wed, 24 Nov 2010 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Black Friday 2010 Black Friday 2010 00:37:31 Black Friday, Star Wars, MOTUC, G.I. Joe, Trasnformers, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2010 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=603 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-043.mp3 While we seem to have less news, we spend just as much time talking about it. There is a lot of Transformers news especially from Japan. Unfortunately the Transformers Q and A doesn’t produce much (as usual). However the bi-weekly Matty Q and A kind of does. Can you say Castle Grayskull? No, it’s not a confirmation, but you better start saving your pennies. Do you need anything Hasbro? The best sale in a very long time is happening right now. What are you waiting for go buy yourself a Christmas present or ten. Podcasts Wed, 17 Nov 2010 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes While we seem to have less news, we spend just as much time talking about it. There is a lot of Transformers news especially from Japan. Unfortunately the Transformers Q and A doesn’t produce much (as usual). However the bi-weekly Matty Q and A kind of does. Can you say Castle Grayskull? No, it’s not a confirmation, but you better start saving your pennies. Do you need anything Hasbro? The best sale in a very long time is happening right now. What are you waiting for go buy yourself a Christmas present or ten. While we seem to have less news, we spend just as much time talking about it. There is a lot of Transformers news especially from Japan. Unfortunately the Transformers Q and A doesn’t produce much (as usual). However the bi-weekly Matty Q and A kind of does. Can you say Castle Grayskull? No, it’s not a confirmation, but you better start saving your pennies. Do you need anything Hasbro? The best sale in a very long time is happening right now. What are you waiting for go buy yourself a Christmas present or ten. 02:10:07 Star Wars, MOTUC, G.I. Joe, Trasnformers, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2010 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=596 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-042.mp3 What keeps bringing you guys back? Is it habit or love? Whatever it is, here we are and there’s tons to talk about. We finally get a look at TVC wave 5 and yawn. MOTUC’s Panthor looks great. Mattel and the Four Horsemen sure know how to rock those bucks. Unfortunately even the fan projects are getting to be pretty meh. What is exciting me is next year’s Transformers line-up. Can’t wait for new versions of old school favorites like Wheeljack, Wreck-Gar, Scourge and KUP! Speaking of new version of old characters, the Pursuit of Cobra line continues to impress. Finally we got some great Lego tidbits so don’t forget to check out the show notes! Podcasts Fri, 5 Nov 2010 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes What keeps bringing you guys back? Is it habit or love? Whatever it is, here we are and there’s tons to talk about. We finally get a look at TVC wave 5 and yawn. MOTUC’s Panthor looks great. Mattel and the Four Horsemen sure know how to rock those bucks. Unfortunately even the fan projects are getting to be pretty meh. What is exciting me is next year’s Transformers line-up. Can’t wait for new versions of old school favorites like Wheeljack, Wreck-Gar, Scourge and KUP! Speaking of new version of old characters, the Pursuit of Cobra line continues to impress. Finally we got some great Lego tidbits so don’t forget to check out the show notes! What keeps bringing you guys back? Is it habit or love? Whatever it is, here we are and there’s tons to talk about. We finally get a look at TVC wave 5 and yawn. MOTUC’s Panthor looks great. Mattel and the Four Horsemen sure know how to rock those bucks. Unfortunately even the fan projects are getting to be pretty meh. What is exciting me is next year’s Transformers line-up. Can’t wait for new versions of old school favorites like Wheeljack, Wreck-Gar, Scourge and KUP! Speaking of new version of old characters, the Pursuit of Cobra line continues to impress. Finally we got some great Lego tidbits so don’t forget to check out the show notes! 02:07:11 Star Wars, MOTUC, G.I. Joe, Trasnformers, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2010 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=590 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-041.mp3 This time around the collectors clubs hit us over the head with their propaganda. We get tons of information about Masters of the Universe Classics both through a Q and A and boards. Quite a bit new product is starting to hit as well as some great pre-orders. We take a look at FrenzyRumble’s custom Warpath and review WST Ultra Magnus. STAR. WARS. In. The. 3D! Lastly, congratulations to Steve, our winner of the 2nd Annual Swag Away. Podcasts Sat, 9 Oct 2010 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes This time around the collectors clubs hit us over the head with their propaganda. We get tons of information about Masters of the Universe Classics both through a Q and A and boards. Quite a bit new product is starting to hit as well as some great pre-orders. We take a look at FrenzyRumble’s custom Warpath and review WST Ultra Magnus. STAR. WARS. In. The. 3D! Lastly, congratulations to Steve, our winner of the 2nd Annual Swag Away. This time around the collectors clubs hit us over the head with their propaganda. We get tons of information about Masters of the Universe Classics both through a Q and A and boards. Quite a bit new product is starting to hit as well as some great pre-orders. We take a look at FrenzyRumble’s custom Warpath and review WST Ultra Magnus. STAR. WARS. In. The. 3D! Lastly, congratulations to Steve, our winner of the 2nd Annual Swag Away. 02:00:34 Star Wars, MOTUC, G.I. Joe, Trasnformers, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2010 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=583 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-040.mp3 Rumors and confirmations are running rampant. We got mad Q and A's with Star Wars, Transformers and MOTU representing this week. We talk about some possibly very cool new stands. We rock out with our Millennium Falcons out. Gygor is our review of the week. Famed Star Wars author doing The Transformers Vault? The Horsemen show us perhaps one of the coolest figures ever. Lastly, don't forget to enter the 2nd Annual Swag Away. Entries are due by October 6th. Don't miss out on all the cool free shit. Podcasts Tue, 28 Sep 2010 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Rumors and confirmations are running rampant. We got mad Q and A's with Star Wars, Transformers and MOTU representing this week. We talk about some possibly very cool new stands. We rock out with our Millennium Falcons out. Gygor is our review of the week. Famed Star Wars author doing The Transformers Vault? The Horsemen show us perhaps one of the coolest figures ever. Lastly, don't forget to enter the 2nd Annual Swag Away. Entries are due by October 6th. Don't miss out on all the cool free shit. Rumors and confirmations are running rampant. We got mad Q and A's with Star Wars, Transformers and MOTU representing this week. We talk about some possibly very cool new stands. We rock out with our Millennium Falcons out. Gygor is our review of the week. Famed Star Wars author doing The Transformers Vault? The Horsemen show us perhaps one of the coolest figures ever. Lastly, don't forget to enter the 2nd Annual Swag Away. Entries are due by October 6th. Don't miss out on all the cool free shit. 02:04:36 Star Wars, MOTUC, G.I. Joe, Trasnformers, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2010 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=575 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-039.mp3 This week we get back to business. That’s right, TOYS! And unless you’ve been sequestered involuntarily, you know they’re hitting fast and furious. New waves from the big four (well three at least) have been hitting almost every week since SDCC. Believe it or not, we have con news already. KOs and fan made Transformers stuff still dominate the news. We talk about the last couple Matty MOTUC Q and A’s and look closer at what was revealed to Dan Curto of Rebelscum by Darryl Depriest of Hasbro. There are some great pre-orders up and we drop the details about our 2nd Annual Swag Away. Podcasts Mon, 13 Sep 2010 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes This week we get back to business. That’s right, TOYS! And unless you’ve been sequestered involuntarily, you know they’re hitting fast and furious. New waves from the big four (well three at least) have been hitting almost every week since SDCC. Believe it or not, we have con news already. KOs and fan made Transformers stuff still dominate the news. We talk about the last couple Matty MOTUC Q and A’s and look closer at what was revealed to Dan Curto of Rebelscum by Darryl Depriest of Hasbro. There are some great pre-orders up and we drop the details about our 2nd Annual Swag Away. This week we get back to business. That’s right, TOYS! And unless you’ve been sequestered involuntarily, you know they’re hitting fast and furious. New waves from the big four (well three at least) have been hitting almost every week since SDCC. Believe it or not, we have con news already. KOs and fan made Transformers stuff still dominate the news. We talk about the last couple Matty MOTUC Q and A’s and look closer at what was revealed to Dan Curto of Rebelscum by Darryl Depriest of Hasbro. There are some great pre-orders up and we drop the details about our 2nd Annual Swag Away. 01:38:10 Star Wars, MOTUC, G.I. Joe, Trasnformers, toys, action figures, 80s, Hasbro, Mattel, 2010 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=564 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-038.mp3 Celebration V was AMAZING. It was kind of like Comic-Con with multiple tracks of programming and tons of “celebrities”, but the difference was I wanted to see and do it ALL. My biggest disappointment was that I couldn’t. However, I did do most of the things that were tops on my list. Got to see Mark Hamill and even better, the creator, the big GL . Of course we hit the Hasbro panel with its smattering of new info/confirmations. The Clone Wars panels were great. Dave Filoni really knows how to walk that line between Lucas employee/protege and fan. Probably one of my most favorite panels was Gary Kurtz , the producer of A New Hope and The Empire Strikes Back. I find people removed from the fandom usually have the best viewpoint on the saga as they don’t see everything through rose colored glasses. Podcasts Tue, 24 Aug 2010 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Celebration V was AMAZING. It was kind of like Comic-Con with multiple tracks of programming and tons of “celebrities”, but the difference was I wanted to see and do it ALL. My biggest disappointment was that I couldn’t. However, I did do most of the things that were tops on my list. Got to see Mark Hamill and even better, the creator, the big GL . Of course we hit the Hasbro panel with its smattering of new info/confirmations. The Clone Wars panels were great. Dave Filoni really knows how to walk that line between Lucas employee/protege and fan. Probably one of my most favorite panels was Gary Kurtz , the producer of A New Hope and The Empire Strikes Back. I find people removed from the fandom usually have the best viewpoint on the saga as they don’t see everything through rose colored glasses. Celebration V was AMAZING. It was kind of like Comic-Con with multiple tracks of programming and tons of “celebrities”, but the difference was I wanted to see and do it ALL. My biggest disappointment was that I couldn’t. However, I did do most of the things that were tops on my list. Got to see Mark Hamill and even better, the creator, the big GL . Of course we hit the Hasbro panel with its smattering of new info/confirmations. The Clone Wars panels were great. Dave Filoni really knows how to walk that line between Lucas employee/protege and fan. Probably one of my most favorite panels was Gary Kurtz , the producer of A New Hope and The Empire Strikes Back. I find people removed from the fandom usually have the best viewpoint on the saga as they don’t see everything through rose colored glasses. 02:18:06 Star Wars, Celebration V, Celebration 5, C5, CV, pop culture, toys, action figures, 80s, Orlando, Hasbro, 2010 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=552 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-037-Part-2.mp3 Par for the course it’s about a month after San Diego Comic-Con. We’ve have finally posted photos, videos of the booths and my favorite part, videos of the panels. While I’m sure if you wanted to see them by now you have, but you have you heard them with my drunken “Yeah”s and ”Alright”s? The wrap ups, that’s right wrap ups, 2 of them (there was supposed to be a third, but we have been way too damn busy) are co-hosted by our homies from the big SD. One is a long time attendee. One tried to come to as much of SDCC as he could take, but turns out that wasn’t that much. I know right, how could he take for granted, this nerd nirvana? That’s why we love him. Podcasts Thu, 19 Aug 2010 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Par for the course it’s about a month after San Diego Comic-Con. We’ve have finally posted photos, videos of the booths and my favorite part, videos of the panels. While I’m sure if you wanted to see them by now you have, but you have you heard them with my drunken “Yeah”s and ”Alright”s? The wrap ups, that’s right wrap ups, 2 of them (there was supposed to be a third, but we have been way too damn busy) are co-hosted by our homies from the big SD. One is a long time attendee. One tried to come to as much of SDCC as he could take, but turns out that wasn’t that much. I know right, how could he take for granted, this nerd nirvana? That’s why we love him. Par for the course it’s about a month after San Diego Comic-Con. We’ve have finally posted photos, videos of the booths and my favorite part, videos of the panels. While I’m sure if you wanted to see them by now you have, but you have you heard them with my drunken “Yeah”s and ”Alright”s? The wrap ups, that’s right wrap ups, 2 of them (there was supposed to be a third, but we have been way too damn busy) are co-hosted by our homies from the big SD. One is a long time attendee. One tried to come to as much of SDCC as he could take, but turns out that wasn’t that much. I know right, how could he take for granted, this nerd nirvana? That’s why we love him. 01:53:45 SDCC, pop culture, toys, action figures, 80s, San Diego, Hasbro, Mattel, 2010 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=552 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-037-Part-1.mp3 Par for the course it’s about a month after San Diego Comic-Con. We’ve have finally posted photos, videos of the booths and my favorite part, videos of the panels. While I’m sure if you wanted to see them by now you have, but you have you heard them with my drunken “Yeah”s and ”Alright”s? The wrap ups, that’s right wrap ups, 2 of them (there was supposed to be a third, but we have been way too damn busy) are co-hosted by our homies from the big SD. One is a long time attendee. One tried to come to as much of SDCC as he could take, but turns out that wasn’t that much. I know right, how could he take for granted, this nerd nirvana? That’s why we love him. Podcasts Thu, 19 Aug 2010 23:58:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Par for the course it’s about a month after San Diego Comic-Con. We’ve have finally posted photos, videos of the booths and my favorite part, videos of the panels. While I’m sure if you wanted to see them by now you have, but you have you heard them with my drunken “Yeah”s and ”Alright”s? The wrap ups, that’s right wrap ups, 2 of them (there was supposed to be a third, but we have been way too damn busy) are co-hosted by our homies from the big SD. One is a long time attendee. One tried to come to as much of SDCC as he could take, but turns out that wasn’t that much. I know right, how could he take for granted, this nerd nirvana? That’s why we love him. Par for the course it’s about a month after San Diego Comic-Con. We’ve have finally posted photos, videos of the booths and my favorite part, videos of the panels. While I’m sure if you wanted to see them by now you have, but you have you heard them with my drunken “Yeah”s and ”Alright”s? The wrap ups, that’s right wrap ups, 2 of them (there was supposed to be a third, but we have been way too damn busy) are co-hosted by our homies from the big SD. One is a long time attendee. One tried to come to as much of SDCC as he could take, but turns out that wasn’t that much. I know right, how could he take for granted, this nerd nirvana? That’s why we love him. 01:05:10 SDCC, pop culture, toys, action figures, 80s, San Diego, Hasbro, Mattel, 2010 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=453 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-036.mp3 Botcon 2010, enough said. Podcasts Wed, 7 Jul 2010 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Botcon 2010, enough said. Botcon 2010, enough said. 00:56:22 Botcon, Generation, action figures, 80s, Transformers, Hasbro, Generations, Power Core Combiners, 2010 https://openyourtoys.com/?p=384 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-035.mp3 So Botcon, I mean BOTCON! Of course, Botcon is definitely not the only thing going on. Even in these driest of dry times we've still gotta lot to yap about. Of course there's C5 news. We get looks at the newest MOTUC figures. There's lotsa of shady stuff going on, including Toy Fair Lego McQuarrie Boba Fett, Qui-Gon/Eopie mail-away, and fake AFAs? We've even got a G.I. Joe and Matty Q and A to boot. Not a lot going on in stores, at least here in the US, but online is still popping off with new pre-orders. We actually have another toy review. This time we look at the controversial Shadow Squadron ARC-170. Lastly...Thundercats Hooooo! Podcasts Sun, 13 Jun 2010 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes So Botcon, I mean BOTCON! Of course, Botcon is definitely not the only thing going on. Even in these driest of dry times we've still gotta lot to yap about. Of course there's C5 news. We get looks at the newest MOTUC figures. There's lotsa of shady stuff going on, including Toy Fair Lego McQuarrie Boba Fett, Qui-Gon/Eopie mail-away, and fake AFAs? We've even got a G.I. Joe and Matty Q and A to boot. Not a lot going on in stores, at least here in the US, but online is still popping off with new pre-orders. We actually have another toy review. This time we look at the controversial Shadow Squadron ARC-170. Lastly...Thundercats Hooooo! So Botcon, I mean BOTCON! Of course, Botcon is definitely not the only thing going on. Even in these driest of dry times we've still gotta lot to yap about. Of course there's C5 news. We get looks at the newest MOTUC figures. There's lotsa of shady stuff going on, including Toy Fair Lego McQuarrie Boba Fett, Qui-Gon/Eopie mail-away, and fake AFAs? We've even got a G.I. Joe and Matty Q and A to boot. Not a lot going on in stores, at least here in the US, but online is still popping off with new pre-orders. We actually have another toy review. This time we look at the controversial Shadow Squadron ARC-170. Lastly...Thundercats Hooooo! 02:37:41 Master of the Universe, Botcon, Thundercats, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, he man, he-man, motu, toys, toy, Hasbro, Mattel https://openyourtoys.com/?p=374 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-034.mp3 I registered for Botcon. Did you? What number were you? I didn’t even get close to the first 100, but if feels good to have that done. I’m getting really excited. We talk about all the new guests for C5 and guess how I’ll be spending an extra $60 at SDCC. We highlight the best news from the latest Star Wars and Matty Collector Q and A’s. Not much out there, but we still manage to get a ton o’stuff. We review one of the most articulated 3.75” figure ever. Finally, tons of Grab Bag for ya. Podcasts Tue, 25 May 2010 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes I registered for Botcon. Did you? What number were you? I didn’t even get close to the first 100, but if feels good to have that done. I’m getting really excited. We talk about all the new guests for C5 and guess how I’ll be spending an extra $60 at SDCC. We highlight the best news from the latest Star Wars and Matty Collector Q and A’s. Not much out there, but we still manage to get a ton o’stuff. We review one of the most articulated 3.75” figure ever. Finally, tons of Grab Bag for ya. I registered for Botcon. Did you? What number were you? I didn’t even get close to the first 100, but if feels good to have that done. I’m getting really excited. We talk about all the new guests for C5 and guess how I’ll be spending an extra $60 at SDCC. We highlight the best news from the latest Star Wars and Matty Collector Q and A’s. Not much out there, but we still manage to get a ton o’stuff. We review one of the most articulated 3.75” figure ever. Finally, tons of Grab Bag for ya. 02:17:02 Master of the Universe, Botcon, openyourtoys, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy, Hasbro, Mattel https://openyourtoys.com/?p=366 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-033.mp3 We’ve got a long one to make up for the time we’ve been gone. In con news we talk about Orko and his “accessory”, Prince Adam. We also recap all the new information from Joecon 2010. Are we getting a Rodimus Masterpiece? What about all those Botcon leaks? While new stuff isn’t hitting shelves or pegs, the webs are on fire with pre-orders. Did I mention we actually have a review this week? Too bad it’s of a doll and not an action figure. Lastly, we’ve got a ton of new voicemails. So buckle up, strap in or what your favorite form of restraint is because it’s going to be a toyrific ride. Podcasts Mon, 10 May 2010 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes We’ve got a long one to make up for the time we’ve been gone. In con news we talk about Orko and his “accessory”, Prince Adam. We also recap all the new information from Joecon 2010. Are we getting a Rodimus Masterpiece? What about all those Botcon leaks? While new stuff isn’t hitting shelves or pegs, the webs are on fire with pre-orders. Did I mention we actually have a review this week? Too bad it’s of a doll and not an action figure. Lastly, we’ve got a ton of new voicemails. So buckle up, strap in or what your favorite form of restraint is because it’s going to be a toyrific ride. We’ve got a long one to make up for the time we’ve been gone. In con news we talk about Orko and his “accessory”, Prince Adam. We also recap all the new information from Joecon 2010. Are we getting a Rodimus Masterpiece? What about all those Botcon leaks? While new stuff isn’t hitting shelves or pegs, the webs are on fire with pre-orders. Did I mention we actually have a review this week? Too bad it’s of a doll and not an action figure. Lastly, we’ve got a ton of new voicemails. So buckle up, strap in or what your favorite form of restraint is because it’s going to be a toyrific ride. 02:24:05 Joecon, Botcon, Orko, openyourtoys, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy, Hasbro, Mattel https://openyourtoys.com/?p=359 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-032.mp3 Have you seen all the new Star Wars Comic Packs? I haven't. Have you seen the latest wave of Clone Wars figures? I haven't. Have you seen...well you get the point. I didn't miss the new Transformers Collector Club exclusives, did you? Fan projects are still dominating transformers. Three words, ANTIQUE FORCE DETAIL! Where's all the Joe and Masters news? Lastly, we're getting an Ikea! WE'RE GETTING AN IKEA!! YAY!!! Don’t forget to call in to 720.235.TOYS (8697) with your favorite thing from Toy Fair. Podcasts Sat, 10 Apr 2010 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Have you seen all the new Star Wars Comic Packs? I haven't. Have you seen the latest wave of Clone Wars figures? I haven't. Have you seen...well you get the point. I didn't miss the new Transformers Collector Club exclusives, did you? Fan projects are still dominating transformers. Three words, ANTIQUE FORCE DETAIL! Where's all the Joe and Masters news? Lastly, we're getting an Ikea! WE'RE GETTING AN IKEA!! YAY!!! Don’t forget to call in to 720.235.TOYS (8697) with your favorite thing from Toy Fair. Have you seen all the new Star Wars Comic Packs? I haven't. Have you seen the latest wave of Clone Wars figures? I haven't. Have you seen...well you get the point. I didn't miss the new Transformers Collector Club exclusives, did you? Fan projects are still dominating transformers. Three words, ANTIQUE FORCE DETAIL! Where's all the Joe and Masters news? Lastly, we're getting an Ikea! WE'RE GETTING AN IKEA!! YAY!!! Don’t forget to call in to 720.235.TOYS (8697) with your favorite thing from Toy Fair. 01:37:03 Toy Fair, toyfair, openyourtoys, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy, Hasbro, Mattel https://openyourtoys.com/?p=351 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-031.mp3 This time around we discuss all the latest con announcements and chime in on the latest Matty Collector debacle. Do you realize we have used that word to describe Matty almost every single month? There have been tons of new sightings since Toy Fair. Some great new pre-orders have hit including the G.I. Joe Collectors Club’s 3.75 Adventure Team, FansProject’s Warbot Defender (Springer) and the newest and last wave of Star Wars Comic Packs. We also flesh out our new Toy Fair/SDCC contest a little more, so don’t forget to call in to 720.235.TOYS (8697) with your favorite thing from Toy Fair. Podcasts Wed, 24 Mar 2010 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes This time around we discuss all the latest con announcements and chime in on the latest Matty Collector debacle. Do you realize we have used that word to describe Matty almost every single month? There have been tons of new sightings since Toy Fair. Some great new pre-orders have hit including the G.I. Joe Collectors Club’s 3.75 Adventure Team, FansProject’s Warbot Defender (Springer) and the newest and last wave of Star Wars Comic Packs. We also flesh out our new Toy Fair/SDCC contest a little more, so don’t forget to call in to 720.235.TOYS (8697) with your favorite thing from Toy Fair. This time around we discuss all the latest con announcements and chime in on the latest Matty Collector debacle. Do you realize we have used that word to describe Matty almost every single month? There have been tons of new sightings since Toy Fair. Some great new pre-orders have hit including the G.I. Joe Collectors Club’s 3.75 Adventure Team, FansProject’s Warbot Defender (Springer) and the newest and last wave of Star Wars Comic Packs. We also flesh out our new Toy Fair/SDCC contest a little more, so don’t forget to call in to 720.235.TOYS (8697) with your favorite thing from Toy Fair. 01:55:57 Toy Fair, toyfair, openyourtoys, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy, Hasbro, Mattel https://openyourtoys.com/?p=345 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-030.mp3 Toy Fair 2010 has come and gone. We recap the show and talk about some of the stand outs: Transformers' Drift and SDCC Blaster re-issue, G.I. Joe's SDCC Sgt. Slaughter done 25th style, MOTUCs 12" Tytus and SDCC Mo-Larr/Skeletor (sans impacted wisdom tooth) 2-pack, and last but certainly not least Star Wars' Vintage and SDCC Maul Visionaries comic pack complete with mech legs. We also berate some of the more mehs: Transformers' Power Core Combiners, G.I. Joe's Cobra Commander becoming a chase figure, MOTUC/DCUC 2-packs, and don't forget the Card Game for Clone Wars. Podcasts Tue, 23 Feb 2010 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Toy Fair 2010 has come and gone. We recap the show and talk about some of the stand outs: Transformers' Drift and SDCC Blaster re-issue, G.I. Joe's SDCC Sgt. Slaughter done 25th style, MOTUCs 12" Tytus and SDCC Mo-Larr/Skeletor (sans impacted wisdom tooth) 2-pack, and last but certainly not least Star Wars' Vintage and SDCC Maul Visionaries comic pack complete with mech legs. We also berate some of the more mehs: Transformers' Power Core Combiners, G.I. Joe's Cobra Commander becoming a chase figure, MOTUC/DCUC 2-packs, and don't forget the Card Game for Clone Wars. Toy Fair 2010 has come and gone. We recap the show and talk about some of the stand outs: Transformers' Drift and SDCC Blaster re-issue, G.I. Joe's SDCC Sgt. Slaughter done 25th style, MOTUCs 12" Tytus and SDCC Mo-Larr/Skeletor (sans impacted wisdom tooth) 2-pack, and last but certainly not least Star Wars' Vintage and SDCC Maul Visionaries comic pack complete with mech legs. We also berate some of the more mehs: Transformers' Power Core Combiners, G.I. Joe's Cobra Commander becoming a chase figure, MOTUC/DCUC 2-packs, and don't forget the Card Game for Clone Wars. 01:43:02 Toy Fair, toyfair, openyourtoys, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy, Hasbro, Mattel https://openyourtoys.com/?p=335 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-029-Part-3.mp3 So what exactly do we cover in almost 4 hours of yapping? Well it is beginning to look a lot like Con’ Season everywhere you go. We get a better look at Transformer Collector Club exclusives. Then there is the first okay shot of the BAT-AT. Did you hear we might see a reissue of Predaking, again? That makes me very happy. Ridiculous amounts of toys are hitting pegs and shelves across the country, including Legends Devastator and new Transformers: Animated. Lotsa of new pre-orders too. I’m especially excited about the new FansProject’s Crossfire/Bruticus upgrade kits. Finally, we talk Razzies and our franchises and Prime and Bumblebee get some cleavage. Podcasts Mon, 15 Feb 2010 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes So what exactly do we cover in almost 4 hours of yapping? Well it is beginning to look a lot like Con’ Season everywhere you go. We get a better look at Transformer Collector Club exclusives. Then there is the first okay shot of the BAT-AT. Did you hear we might see a reissue of Predaking, again? That makes me very happy. Ridiculous amounts of toys are hitting pegs and shelves across the country, including Legends Devastator and new Transformers: Animated. Lotsa of new pre-orders too. I’m especially excited about the new FansProject’s Crossfire/Bruticus upgrade kits. Finally, we talk Razzies and our franchises and Prime and Bumblebee get some cleavage. So what exactly do we cover in almost 4 hours of yapping? Well it is beginning to look a lot like Con’ Season everywhere you go. We get a better look at Transformer Collector Club exclusives. Then there is the first okay shot of the BAT-AT. Did you hear we might see a reissue of Predaking, again? That makes me very happy. Ridiculous amounts of toys are hitting pegs and shelves across the country, including Legends Devastator and new Transformers: Animated. Lotsa of new pre-orders too. I’m especially excited about the new FansProject’s Crossfire/Bruticus upgrade kits. Finally, we talk Razzies and our franchises and Prime and Bumblebee get some cleavage. 01:29:18 openyourtoys, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy, Hasbro, Mattel https://openyourtoys.com/?p=335 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-029-Part-2.mp3 So what exactly do we cover in almost 4 hours of yapping? Well it is beginning to look a lot like Con’ Season everywhere you go. We get a better look at Transformer Collector Club exclusives. Then there is the first okay shot of the BAT-AT. Did you hear we might see a reissue of Predaking, again? That makes me very happy. Ridiculous amounts of toys are hitting pegs and shelves across the country, including Legends Devastator and new Transformers: Animated. Lotsa of new pre-orders too. I’m especially excited about the new FansProject’s Crossfire/Bruticus upgrade kits. Finally, we talk Razzies and our franchises and Prime and Bumblebee get some cleavage. Podcasts Mon, 15 Feb 2010 23:58:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes So what exactly do we cover in almost 4 hours of yapping? Well it is beginning to look a lot like Con’ Season everywhere you go. We get a better look at Transformer Collector Club exclusives. Then there is the first okay shot of the BAT-AT. Did you hear we might see a reissue of Predaking, again? That makes me very happy. Ridiculous amounts of toys are hitting pegs and shelves across the country, including Legends Devastator and new Transformers: Animated. Lotsa of new pre-orders too. I’m especially excited about the new FansProject’s Crossfire/Bruticus upgrade kits. Finally, we talk Razzies and our franchises and Prime and Bumblebee get some cleavage. So what exactly do we cover in almost 4 hours of yapping? Well it is beginning to look a lot like Con’ Season everywhere you go. We get a better look at Transformer Collector Club exclusives. Then there is the first okay shot of the BAT-AT. Did you hear we might see a reissue of Predaking, again? That makes me very happy. Ridiculous amounts of toys are hitting pegs and shelves across the country, including Legends Devastator and new Transformers: Animated. Lotsa of new pre-orders too. I’m especially excited about the new FansProject’s Crossfire/Bruticus upgrade kits. Finally, we talk Razzies and our franchises and Prime and Bumblebee get some cleavage. 01:18:40 openyourtoys, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy, Hasbro, Mattel https://openyourtoys.com/?p=335 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-029-Part-1.mp3 So what exactly do we cover in almost 4 hours of yapping? Well it is beginning to look a lot like Con’ Season everywhere you go. We get a better look at Transformer Collector Club exclusives. Then there is the first okay shot of the BAT-AT. Did you hear we might see a reissue of Predaking, again? That makes me very happy. Ridiculous amounts of toys are hitting pegs and shelves across the country, including Legends Devastator and new Transformers: Animated. Lotsa of new pre-orders too. I’m especially excited about the new FansProject’s Crossfire/Bruticus upgrade kits. Finally, we talk Razzies and our franchises and Prime and Bumblebee get some cleavage. Podcasts Mon, 15 Feb 2010 23:57:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes So what exactly do we cover in almost 4 hours of yapping? Well it is beginning to look a lot like Con’ Season everywhere you go. We get a better look at Transformer Collector Club exclusives. Then there is the first okay shot of the BAT-AT. Did you hear we might see a reissue of Predaking, again? That makes me very happy. Ridiculous amounts of toys are hitting pegs and shelves across the country, including Legends Devastator and new Transformers: Animated. Lotsa of new pre-orders too. I’m especially excited about the new FansProject’s Crossfire/Bruticus upgrade kits. Finally, we talk Razzies and our franchises and Prime and Bumblebee get some cleavage. So what exactly do we cover in almost 4 hours of yapping? Well it is beginning to look a lot like Con’ Season everywhere you go. We get a better look at Transformer Collector Club exclusives. Then there is the first okay shot of the BAT-AT. Did you hear we might see a reissue of Predaking, again? That makes me very happy. Ridiculous amounts of toys are hitting pegs and shelves across the country, including Legends Devastator and new Transformers: Animated. Lotsa of new pre-orders too. I’m especially excited about the new FansProject’s Crossfire/Bruticus upgrade kits. Finally, we talk Razzies and our franchises and Prime and Bumblebee get some cleavage. 01:09:03 openyourtoys, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy, Hasbro, Mattel https://openyourtoys.com/?p=322 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-028-Part-3.mp3 Wrapping up our first (mega) cast of the new year, we finally get to the new voicemails and hear from some friends not so geographically near, but just as close in our hearts. (Psst, that was the impetus to that whole Homie Christmas story by the way.) We also talk about all the new War for Cybertron game, toy and cartoon news. Are you excited? I know I am. Have you seen that new Star Wars Adidas apparel? We have and it's kind of love/hate for this conglomeration of two of my favorite things. Last we've got a lot going with OYTC and not shy at all about telling you about it. Also, don't forget the contest going on. Just give us a call at 720.235.TOYS (8697) and tell us what you got for the holidays. We've got an awesome Fetts prize package and I've tossed in a couple goodies as well. We want to hear your wonderful voices. You've got until January 31st bitches! Podcasts Wed, 20 Jan 2010 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Wrapping up our first (mega) cast of the new year, we finally get to the new voicemails and hear from some friends not so geographically near, but just as close in our hearts. (Psst, that was the impetus to that whole Homie Christmas story by the way.) We also talk about all the new War for Cybertron game, toy and cartoon news. Are you excited? I know I am. Have you seen that new Star Wars Adidas apparel? We have and it's kind of love/hate for this conglomeration of two of my favorite things. Last we've got a lot going with OYTC and not shy at all about telling you about it. Also, don't forget the contest going on. Just give us a call at 720.235.TOYS (8697) and tell us what you got for the holidays. We've got an awesome Fetts prize package and I've tossed in a couple goodies as well. We want to hear your wonderful voices. You've got until January 31st bitches! Wrapping up our first (mega) cast of the new year, we finally get to the new voicemails and hear from some friends not so geographically near, but just as close in our hearts. (Psst, that was the impetus to that whole Homie Christmas story by the way.) We also talk about all the new War for Cybertron game, toy and cartoon news. Are you excited? I know I am. Have you seen that new Star Wars Adidas apparel? We have and it's kind of love/hate for this conglomeration of two of my favorite things. Last we've got a lot going with OYTC and not shy at all about telling you about it. Also, don't forget the contest going on. Just give us a call at 720.235.TOYS (8697) and tell us what you got for the holidays. We've got an awesome Fetts prize package and I've tossed in a couple goodies as well. We want to hear your wonderful voices. You've got until January 31st bitches! 00:45:20 openyourtoys, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy, Hasbro, Mattel https://openyourtoys.com/?p=317 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-028-Part-2.mp3 In part 2 we get to talking about what we saw in stores over the holiday shopping season. Can you say Transformers Mighty Muggs Wave 3 and Empire Strikes Back wave of Star Wars Legacy? Plus a we take a look at the new pre-orders, including FansProject Warbot Defender and the first of the 2010 Star Wars Lego sets. We talk about all the stuff we got, and man, did we get a lot stuff. Finally we start Listeners Feedback. Part 3 should follow shortly, but then again that's what we thought about part 2. Podcasts Sat, 9 Jan 2010 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes In part 2 we get to talking about what we saw in stores over the holiday shopping season. Can you say Transformers Mighty Muggs Wave 3 and Empire Strikes Back wave of Star Wars Legacy? Plus a we take a look at the new pre-orders, including FansProject Warbot Defender and the first of the 2010 Star Wars Lego sets. We talk about all the stuff we got, and man, did we get a lot stuff. Finally we start Listeners Feedback. Part 3 should follow shortly, but then again that's what we thought about part 2. In part 2 we get to talking about what we saw in stores over the holiday shopping season. Can you say Transformers Mighty Muggs Wave 3 and Empire Strikes Back wave of Star Wars Legacy? Plus a we take a look at the new pre-orders, including FansProject Warbot Defender and the first of the 2010 Star Wars Lego sets. We talk about all the stuff we got, and man, did we get a lot stuff. Finally we start Listeners Feedback. Part 3 should follow shortly, but then again that's what we thought about part 2. 01:38:39 openyourtoys, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy, Hasbro, Mattel https://openyourtoys.com/?p=310 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-028-Part-1.mp3 In the immortal words of Clark W. Griswald, "Hallelujah...Holy shit...Where's the Tylenol?". We got dates for 4 conventions, C5, Botcon '10, DairyCon and Fan Days. You may have noticed that one of those are not like the others. There's also toy news. New collector club exclusives, Star Wars and G.I. Joe prototypes and Mattel/DR/MOTUC complaints. Okay, that last one is more of a regular segment rather than news. Makes you wish you owned the Masters of the Universe license, right? Are you sure? Podcasts Thu, 31 Dec 2009 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes In the immortal words of Clark W. Griswald, "Hallelujah...Holy shit...Where's the Tylenol?". We got dates for 4 conventions, C5, Botcon '10, DairyCon and Fan Days. You may have noticed that one of those are not like the others. There's also toy news. New collector club exclusives, Star Wars and G.I. Joe prototypes and Mattel/DR/MOTUC complaints. Okay, that last one is more of a regular segment rather than news. Makes you wish you owned the Masters of the Universe license, right? Are you sure? In the immortal words of Clark W. Griswald, "Hallelujah...Holy shit...Where's the Tylenol?". We got dates for 4 conventions, C5, Botcon '10, DairyCon and Fan Days. You may have noticed that one of those are not like the others. There's also toy news. New collector club exclusives, Star Wars and G.I. Joe prototypes and Mattel/DR/MOTUC complaints. Okay, that last one is more of a regular segment rather than news. Makes you wish you owned the Masters of the Universe license, right? Are you sure? 01:03:37 openyourtoys, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy, Hasbro, Mattel https://openyourtoys.com/?p=307 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-027.mp3 In the spirit of Thanksgiving we not only have guests on the show, but we have family. Mrs. McFavorite's parents join us for our discussion of the "big deals" happening during Black Friday 2009. Even with the lack of great deals and any other segments, we still come in at over an hour. Needless to say we had a few drinks in us which always helps with rants and tangents. If you prefer to just know the deals, check out our 100% ramble free show notes. Podcasts Thu, 26 Nov 2009 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes In the spirit of Thanksgiving we not only have guests on the show, but we have family. Mrs. McFavorite's parents join us for our discussion of the "big deals" happening during Black Friday 2009. Even with the lack of great deals and any other segments, we still come in at over an hour. Needless to say we had a few drinks in us which always helps with rants and tangents. If you prefer to just know the deals, check out our 100% ramble free show notes. In the spirit of Thanksgiving we not only have guests on the show, but we have family. Mrs. McFavorite's parents join us for our discussion of the "big deals" happening during Black Friday 2009. Even with the lack of great deals and any other segments, we still come in at over an hour. Needless to say we had a few drinks in us which always helps with rants and tangents. If you prefer to just know the deals, check out our 100% ramble free show notes. 01:08:07 openyourtoys, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy, Hasbro, Mattel https://openyourtoys.com/?p=300 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-026-part-2.mp3 No creativity whatsoever. That's right, it's Thanksgiving and this shit just needs to get done. TOYS! What what! Podcasts Thu, 26 Nov 2009 23:58:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes No creativity whatsoever. That's right, it's Thanksgiving and this shit just needs to get done. TOYS! What what! No creativity whatsoever. That's right, it's Thanksgiving and this shit just needs to get done. TOYS! What what! 01:13:05 openyourtoys, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy, Hasbro, Mattel https://openyourtoys.com/?p=298 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-026.mp3 This is one of my favorite times of the year. Yeah I like the cold, I love the snow and I am admittedly a holiday music junkie. But, as you’ve hopefully guessed by now, the best thing is the toys. All of the new stuff is hitting pegs and shelves, retailers are putting them on sale more frequently and in bigger numbers and you’re seeing toys in places you never thought you would. All this and the biggest shopping day is less than a week and half away. But, even Black Friday pales in comparison nowadays to the online deals. While toy shopping over the next month, just remember 'tis the season for giving. Yeah right. Podcasts Tue, 17 Nov 2009 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes This is one of my favorite times of the year. Yeah I like the cold, I love the snow and I am admittedly a holiday music junkie. But, as you’ve hopefully guessed by now, the best thing is the toys. All of the new stuff is hitting pegs and shelves, retailers are putting them on sale more frequently and in bigger numbers and you’re seeing toys in places you never thought you would. All this and the biggest shopping day is less than a week and half away. But, even Black Friday pales in comparison nowadays to the online deals. While toy shopping over the next month, just remember 'tis the season for giving. Yeah right. This is one of my favorite times of the year. Yeah I like the cold, I love the snow and I am admittedly a holiday music junkie. But, as you’ve hopefully guessed by now, the best thing is the toys. All of the new stuff is hitting pegs and shelves, retailers are putting them on sale more frequently and in bigger numbers and you’re seeing toys in places you never thought you would. All this and the biggest shopping day is less than a week and half away. But, even Black Friday pales in comparison nowadays to the online deals. While toy shopping over the next month, just remember 'tis the season for giving. Yeah right. 01:26:19 openyourtoys, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy, Hasbro, Mattel https://openyourtoys.com/?p=287 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-025-part-2.mp3 That’s right, the much anticipated, by me at least, conclusion to our one year anniversary show is now officially part of Internet history. We have a ridiculously long What We Got. This is followed by one of most favorite Listener Feedback and Questions segments yet. Just so there is no confusion, that’s all your fault, but we will forgive you this time. Finally we get into some amazing fan projects, not just toy makers, but work by people who really love toys. From blogs, to web comics, to full blown glossy magazines, indulge your inner geek with these masterpieces from fans just like you and me. Podcasts Thu, 5 Nov 2009 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes That’s right, the much anticipated, by me at least, conclusion to our one year anniversary show is now officially part of Internet history. We have a ridiculously long What We Got. This is followed by one of most favorite Listener Feedback and Questions segments yet. Just so there is no confusion, that’s all your fault, but we will forgive you this time. Finally we get into some amazing fan projects, not just toy makers, but work by people who really love toys. From blogs, to web comics, to full blown glossy magazines, indulge your inner geek with these masterpieces from fans just like you and me. That’s right, the much anticipated, by me at least, conclusion to our one year anniversary show is now officially part of Internet history. We have a ridiculously long What We Got. This is followed by one of most favorite Listener Feedback and Questions segments yet. Just so there is no confusion, that’s all your fault, but we will forgive you this time. Finally we get into some amazing fan projects, not just toy makers, but work by people who really love toys. From blogs, to web comics, to full blown glossy magazines, indulge your inner geek with these masterpieces from fans just like you and me. 01:51:53 openyourtoys, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy, Hasbro, Mattel https://openyourtoys.com/?p=282 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-025.mp3 It's our one year anniversary and yeah, we're real proud. No, not of us, but of you, our listeners. Thank you for an amazing year. We are finally back to our normal format, bringing you the toy news you wanna hear. From Star Wars to Transformers to G.I. Joe to Masters, we represent the four greatest action figure franchises of the 80s' and all time, always and forever. Podcasts Tue, 27 Oct 2009 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes It's our one year anniversary and yeah, we're real proud. No, not of us, but of you, our listeners. Thank you for an amazing year. We are finally back to our normal format, bringing you the toy news you wanna hear. From Star Wars to Transformers to G.I. Joe to Masters, we represent the four greatest action figure franchises of the 80s' and all time, always and forever. It's our one year anniversary and yeah, we're real proud. No, not of us, but of you, our listeners. Thank you for an amazing year. We are finally back to our normal format, bringing you the toy news you wanna hear. From Star Wars to Transformers to G.I. Joe to Masters, we represent the four greatest action figure franchises of the 80s' and all time, always and forever. 01:29:45 openyourtoys, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy, Hasbro, Mattel https://openyourtoys.com/?p=277 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-024-part-2.mp3 We're back with part 2 and our regular segments. Find out what we are seeing in stores and online, what we're buying and Sideshow is doing Transformers? Really? Also we get to hear from you, our favorite people. McLovin and Big Red join us towards the end. Needless to say, we really start tangenting. Enjoy! Podcasts Tue, 13 Oct 2009 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes We're back with part 2 and our regular segments. Find out what we are seeing in stores and online, what we're buying and Sideshow is doing Transformers? Really? Also we get to hear from you, our favorite people. McLovin and Big Red join us towards the end. Needless to say, we really start tangenting. Enjoy! We're back with part 2 and our regular segments. Find out what we are seeing in stores and online, what we're buying and Sideshow is doing Transformers? Really? Also we get to hear from you, our favorite people. McLovin and Big Red join us towards the end. Needless to say, we really start tangenting. Enjoy! 01:50:25 openyourtoys, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy, Hasbro, Mattel https://openyourtoys.com/?p=275 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-024.mp3 Join us for all the Q and A goodness with Hasbro and Mattel. There’s interesting tidbits (yeah I said tidbits, big whoop, wanna fight about it) for every franchise. Unfortunately Masters of the Universe and G.I. Joe come up a little light. Towards the end McLovin makes a comeback and we have a real life virgin join us. Hear this first-time podcast guest/host’s take on our obsession. Podcasts Wed, 7 Oct 2009 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Join us for all the Q and A goodness with Hasbro and Mattel. There’s interesting tidbits (yeah I said tidbits, big whoop, wanna fight about it) for every franchise. Unfortunately Masters of the Universe and G.I. Joe come up a little light. Towards the end McLovin makes a comeback and we have a real life virgin join us. Hear this first-time podcast guest/host’s take on our obsession. Join us for all the Q and A goodness with Hasbro and Mattel. There’s interesting tidbits (yeah I said tidbits, big whoop, wanna fight about it) for every franchise. Unfortunately Masters of the Universe and G.I. Joe come up a little light. Towards the end McLovin makes a comeback and we have a real life virgin join us. Hear this first-time podcast guest/host’s take on our obsession. 01:32:06 openyourtoys, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy, Hasbro, Mattel https://openyourtoys.com/?p=267 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-023-part-2.mp3 At long last, part 2 of our Joecon wrap up is here. This time it’s all about the toys. What’s hittin’ stores and online and of course, what we got. We also get to hear from two of our favorite listeners. That’s two entries for the 1st Annual Swag-Away (coining that shit right there). Podcasts Thu, 24 Sep 2009 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes At long last, part 2 of our Joecon wrap up is here. This time it’s all about the toys. What’s hittin’ stores and online and of course, what we got. We also get to hear from two of our favorite listeners. That’s two entries for the 1st Annual Swag-Away (coining that shit right there). At long last, part 2 of our Joecon wrap up is here. This time it’s all about the toys. What’s hittin’ stores and online and of course, what we got. We also get to hear from two of our favorite listeners. That’s two entries for the 1st Annual Swag-Away (coining that shit right there). 02:25:28 Joecon, openyourtoys, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=264 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-023.mp3 Tangents, tangents and more tangents, oh and Joecon. We recap all the haps at our most laid back convention this year. Tons of new toys were shown and we tell you which ones were our favorites or at least which were my favorites. Look for part 2 later this week where we talk about what we got and hear from two of our favorite listeners. Podcasts Tue, 15 Sep 2009 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Tangents, tangents and more tangents, oh and Joecon. We recap all the haps at our most laid back convention this year. Tons of new toys were shown and we tell you which ones were our favorites or at least which were my favorites. Look for part 2 later this week where we talk about what we got and hear from two of our favorite listeners. Tangents, tangents and more tangents, oh and Joecon. We recap all the haps at our most laid back convention this year. Tons of new toys were shown and we tell you which ones were our favorites or at least which were my favorites. Look for part 2 later this week where we talk about what we got and hear from two of our favorite listeners. 01:46:29 Joecon, openyourtoys, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=257 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-022-part-2.mp3 We put a fork in SDCC 2009 as we finish part two of our wrap up with all of the segments you have come to love: Store Report, Online, What We Got, Listener Feedback and Grab Bag. There has been a lot poppin' in the stores and online. Unfortunately we didn't pick up too much after the ridiculous amount of exclusive toys from SDCC. Being "gone" for so long we have a massive amount of communications to catch up on. Finally, we talk about all the new DVD releases coming up. Podcasts Tue, 1 Sep 2009 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes We put a fork in SDCC 2009 as we finish part two of our wrap up with all of the segments you have come to love: Store Report, Online, What We Got, Listener Feedback and Grab Bag. There has been a lot poppin' in the stores and online. Unfortunately we didn't pick up too much after the ridiculous amount of exclusive toys from SDCC. Being "gone" for so long we have a massive amount of communications to catch up on. Finally, we talk about all the new DVD releases coming up. We put a fork in SDCC 2009 as we finish part two of our wrap up with all of the segments you have come to love: Store Report, Online, What We Got, Listener Feedback and Grab Bag. There has been a lot poppin' in the stores and online. Unfortunately we didn't pick up too much after the ridiculous amount of exclusive toys from SDCC. Being "gone" for so long we have a massive amount of communications to catch up on. Finally, we talk about all the new DVD releases coming up. 02:04:23 SDCC, San Diego, Comic-Con, comic con, openyourtoys, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=255 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-022.mp3 That's right, San Diego Comic-Con! It might be a month later, but a motto I live my life by is better late than never. We talk about the panels we went to, the lines we stood in and the booze we consumed. More importantly we talk about what excited us most, toy news wise. And the toys, oh my, all the exclusive toys. This is actually going to be part 1 of 2. Look for part 2 in the next few days. Podcasts Wed, 26 Aug 2009 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes That's right, San Diego Comic-Con! It might be a month later, but a motto I live my life by is better late than never. We talk about the panels we went to, the lines we stood in and the booze we consumed. More importantly we talk about what excited us most, toy news wise. And the toys, oh my, all the exclusive toys. This is actually going to be part 1 of 2. Look for part 2 in the next few days. That's right, San Diego Comic-Con! It might be a month later, but a motto I live my life by is better late than never. We talk about the panels we went to, the lines we stood in and the booze we consumed. More importantly we talk about what excited us most, toy news wise. And the toys, oh my, all the exclusive toys. This is actually going to be part 1 of 2. Look for part 2 in the next few days. 02:22:25 SDCC, San Diego, Comic-Con, comic con, openyourtoys, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=247 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-021.mp3 OMG, an actual episode. It would be an understatement to say it has been awhile. Thanks to a very busy month, this is over a month late. However, we do have a bunch of old news for you, along with our plans for SDCC. So if you're interested, jump in our way back machine and listen to a show that should have been out over a month ago. Podcasts Tue, 18 Aug 2009 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes OMG, an actual episode. It would be an understatement to say it has been awhile. Thanks to a very busy month, this is over a month late. However, we do have a bunch of old news for you, along with our plans for SDCC. So if you're interested, jump in our way back machine and listen to a show that should have been out over a month ago. OMG, an actual episode. It would be an understatement to say it has been awhile. Thanks to a very busy month, this is over a month late. However, we do have a bunch of old news for you, along with our plans for SDCC. So if you're interested, jump in our way back machine and listen to a show that should have been out over a month ago. 02:27:35 openyourtoys, action figures, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=238 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-020.mp3 That's right, the big two oh and we do it up big. Well kinda. We have an amazing new intro/outro and voicemail number (without extension), 720-235-TOYS (8697). Thanks to our special guest co-host, Whitaker 'McLovin'. In the news, Rise of Cobra has hit with a big fat thud. Not impressed unfortunately. I got a whole Ice Viper, Paris Pursuit Snake Eyes and Storm Shadow. Pretty sad for a launch day. Fortunately everything is just sitting around, so there is no rush. The only things that are remotely difficult to find are the army builders. We get a first good look at Devastator, video style. Finally, Mattel is back with another yet another Q and A. Podcasts Wed, 8 Jul 2009 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes That's right, the big two oh and we do it up big. Well kinda. We have an amazing new intro/outro and voicemail number (without extension), 720-235-TOYS (8697). Thanks to our special guest co-host, Whitaker 'McLovin'. In the news, Rise of Cobra has hit with a big fat thud. Not impressed unfortunately. I got a whole Ice Viper, Paris Pursuit Snake Eyes and Storm Shadow. Pretty sad for a launch day. Fortunately everything is just sitting around, so there is no rush. The only things that are remotely difficult to find are the army builders. We get a first good look at Devastator, video style. Finally, Mattel is back with another yet another Q and A. That's right, the big two oh and we do it up big. Well kinda. We have an amazing new intro/outro and voicemail number (without extension), 720-235-TOYS (8697). Thanks to our special guest co-host, Whitaker 'McLovin'. In the news, Rise of Cobra has hit with a big fat thud. Not impressed unfortunately. I got a whole Ice Viper, Paris Pursuit Snake Eyes and Storm Shadow. Pretty sad for a launch day. Fortunately everything is just sitting around, so there is no rush. The only things that are remotely difficult to find are the army builders. We get a first good look at Devastator, video style. Finally, Mattel is back with another yet another Q and A. 02:08:30 openyourtoys, openyourtoys.com, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=231 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-019.mp3 We have Q and A’s for Star Wars, Transformers and Masters of the Universe Classics. More SDCC exclusives are being added daily. The stores are ripe with ROTF figures. There is a ton of new stuff online and quite a bit of promotions as well. Have I ever said how much I love movie years? Well I do. Podcasts Wed, 24 Jun 2009 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes We have Q and A’s for Star Wars, Transformers and Masters of the Universe Classics. More SDCC exclusives are being added daily. The stores are ripe with ROTF figures. There is a ton of new stuff online and quite a bit of promotions as well. Have I ever said how much I love movie years? Well I do. We have Q and A’s for Star Wars, Transformers and Masters of the Universe Classics. More SDCC exclusives are being added daily. The stores are ripe with ROTF figures. There is a ton of new stuff online and quite a bit of promotions as well. Have I ever said how much I love movie years? Well I do. 03:05:13 openyourtoys, openyourtoys.com, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=226 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-018.mp3 BOTCON says it all, literally. This entire episode is dedicated to our trip to Botcon 2009 in Pasadena, California. This was my second year and as you know, Mrs. McFavorite was a Botcon virgin. Would she enjoy herself? Would she wanna hurt herself? Would she wanna hurt me? Podcasts Thu, 11 Jun 2009 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes BOTCON says it all, literally. This entire episode is dedicated to our trip to Botcon 2009 in Pasadena, California. This was my second year and as you know, Mrs. McFavorite was a Botcon virgin. Would she enjoy herself? Would she wanna hurt herself? Would she wanna hurt me? BOTCON says it all, literally. This entire episode is dedicated to our trip to Botcon 2009 in Pasadena, California. This was my second year and as you know, Mrs. McFavorite was a Botcon virgin. Would she enjoy herself? Would she wanna hurt herself? Would she wanna hurt me? 02:15:12 openyourtoys, openyourtoys.com, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=218 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-017.mp3 Botcon is just around the corner and we are still getting news. Yay! Meet Webstor, new G1 Knock Offs, Donald Duck VW and tons of new pics are hitting the Web, but then again when aren't they. We get a standard onslaught of fan-based projects, Revenge of the Fallen and Rise of Cobra updates. There is also a Joe Q and A this week. Tons of sighting and pre-orders. Our listeners represents. Finally, did I mention we lost Grab Bag this week? You can still see the links at least. Podcasts Thu, 4 Jun 2009 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Botcon is just around the corner and we are still getting news. Yay! Meet Webstor, new G1 Knock Offs, Donald Duck VW and tons of new pics are hitting the Web, but then again when aren't they. We get a standard onslaught of fan-based projects, Revenge of the Fallen and Rise of Cobra updates. There is also a Joe Q and A this week. Tons of sighting and pre-orders. Our listeners represents. Finally, did I mention we lost Grab Bag this week? You can still see the links at least. Botcon is just around the corner and we are still getting news. Yay! Meet Webstor, new G1 Knock Offs, Donald Duck VW and tons of new pics are hitting the Web, but then again when aren't they. We get a standard onslaught of fan-based projects, Revenge of the Fallen and Rise of Cobra updates. There is also a Joe Q and A this week. Tons of sighting and pre-orders. Our listeners represents. Finally, did I mention we lost Grab Bag this week? You can still see the links at least. 02:19:47 openyourtoys, openyourtoys.com, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=2012 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-016.mp3 This week we get even more guests for Botcon. Matty Collector finally gets their act together with the subscription service. Well, kinda. The Star Wars Q and A reveals a few interesting tidbits. I think this was the official week of official images. Star Wars, G.I. Joe and Transformers, all get some love. And now, not only have we seen repaints of figures not out yet, we get Chinese knock offs of figures that are not out yet too. It’s a topsy turvy toy world and we’re just livin’ in it. Also, you heard right, Christmas ornaments. Didn’t we just have one of those? Podcasts Wed, 13 May 2009 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes This week we get even more guests for Botcon. Matty Collector finally gets their act together with the subscription service. Well, kinda. The Star Wars Q and A reveals a few interesting tidbits. I think this was the official week of official images. Star Wars, G.I. Joe and Transformers, all get some love. And now, not only have we seen repaints of figures not out yet, we get Chinese knock offs of figures that are not out yet too. It’s a topsy turvy toy world and we’re just livin’ in it. Also, you heard right, Christmas ornaments. Didn’t we just have one of those? This week we get even more guests for Botcon. Matty Collector finally gets their act together with the subscription service. Well, kinda. The Star Wars Q and A reveals a few interesting tidbits. I think this was the official week of official images. Star Wars, G.I. Joe and Transformers, all get some love. And now, not only have we seen repaints of figures not out yet, we get Chinese knock offs of figures that are not out yet too. It’s a topsy turvy toy world and we’re just livin’ in it. Also, you heard right, Christmas ornaments. Didn’t we just have one of those? 01:55:25 openyourtoys, openyourtoys.com, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=206 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-015.mp3 Botcon can’t seem to get here fast enough and Mrs. McFavorite finally has something to really look forward to. Biggest news, ROTF figures are hitting shelves, least surprising, it’s before the mandatory street date. Also, lots of pics of new Star Wars in package. And, are we already seeing repaints of ROC figures that have yet to come out. Thanks to Heath and Sabertron for your continued support. Finally, is Mrs. McFavorite more excited about the Rise of Cobra trailer than me? Really? Really? Podcasts Wed, 6 May 2009 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Botcon can’t seem to get here fast enough and Mrs. McFavorite finally has something to really look forward to. Biggest news, ROTF figures are hitting shelves, least surprising, it’s before the mandatory street date. Also, lots of pics of new Star Wars in package. And, are we already seeing repaints of ROC figures that have yet to come out. Thanks to Heath and Sabertron for your continued support. Finally, is Mrs. McFavorite more excited about the Rise of Cobra trailer than me? Really? Really? Botcon can’t seem to get here fast enough and Mrs. McFavorite finally has something to really look forward to. Biggest news, ROTF figures are hitting shelves, least surprising, it’s before the mandatory street date. Also, lots of pics of new Star Wars in package. And, are we already seeing repaints of ROC figures that have yet to come out. Thanks to Heath and Sabertron for your continued support. Finally, is Mrs. McFavorite more excited about the Rise of Cobra trailer than me? Really? Really? 02:11:40 openyourtoys, openyourtoys.com, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=199 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-014.mp3 Just went to the best Mile High City con, TFCon was also this weekend, next week is Canadian Joe Con, Botcon is less than a month away and we are getting very excited. We are getting peeks at tons of exclusives. Fan-based Transformer projects are picking up speed yet again and a pretty good Star Wars Q and A. There's a couple new things poppin' up on the pegs and shelves and a whole mess of Star Wars pre-orders are up. We stray from the fav four a little and ... oh yeah, G.I. Joe: Resolute was AWESOME! Podcasts Mon, 27 Apr 2009 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Just went to the best Mile High City con, TFCon was also this weekend, next week is Canadian Joe Con, Botcon is less than a month away and we are getting very excited. We are getting peeks at tons of exclusives. Fan-based Transformer projects are picking up speed yet again and a pretty good Star Wars Q and A. There's a couple new things poppin' up on the pegs and shelves and a whole mess of Star Wars pre-orders are up. We stray from the fav four a little and ... oh yeah, G.I. Joe: Resolute was AWESOME! Just went to the best Mile High City con, TFCon was also this weekend, next week is Canadian Joe Con, Botcon is less than a month away and we are getting very excited. We are getting peeks at tons of exclusives. Fan-based Transformer projects are picking up speed yet again and a pretty good Star Wars Q and A. There's a couple new things poppin' up on the pegs and shelves and a whole mess of Star Wars pre-orders are up. We stray from the fav four a little and ... oh yeah, G.I. Joe: Resolute was AWESOME! 02:10:24 openyourtoys, openyourtoys.com, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=181 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-013.mp3 With Con season approaching, we talk about BotCon, JoeCon (Canada-style), Comic-Con and TFCon. Or, at least some of the toys associated with them anyway. Movie toys are showing up on shelves and probably not the movie you're thinking of. Sunday, Sunday, Sunday...sales, sales, sales. It looks like we will be able to purchase a little portion of our childhood, DVD-style. And, what kid wouldn't want to sleep in there very own simulated dead animal carcass. I know I would. Podcasts Tue, 14 Apr 2009 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes With Con season approaching, we talk about BotCon, JoeCon (Canada-style), Comic-Con and TFCon. Or, at least some of the toys associated with them anyway. Movie toys are showing up on shelves and probably not the movie you're thinking of. Sunday, Sunday, Sunday...sales, sales, sales. It looks like we will be able to purchase a little portion of our childhood, DVD-style. And, what kid wouldn't want to sleep in there very own simulated dead animal carcass. I know I would. With Con season approaching, we talk about BotCon, JoeCon (Canada-style), Comic-Con and TFCon. Or, at least some of the toys associated with them anyway. Movie toys are showing up on shelves and probably not the movie you're thinking of. Sunday, Sunday, Sunday...sales, sales, sales. It looks like we will be able to purchase a little portion of our childhood, DVD-style. And, what kid wouldn't want to sleep in there very own simulated dead animal carcass. I know I would. 02:29:36 openyourtoys, openyourtoys.com, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=174 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-012.mp3 Meanwhile, back at the Hall of McFavorite, we yap about the last Botcon ThunderClash, SW questions and answers, even more Animated, and is that ROC: Cobra Commander? Really? Really? The Masters of the Universe Classics are flying off the virtual pegs. Lastly I actually physically drool over another man's junk. That's right, I'm comfortable with toyuality. Podcasts Wed, 1 Apr 2009 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Meanwhile, back at the Hall of McFavorite, we yap about the last Botcon ThunderClash, SW questions and answers, even more Animated, and is that ROC: Cobra Commander? Really? Really? The Masters of the Universe Classics are flying off the virtual pegs. Lastly I actually physically drool over another man's junk. That's right, I'm comfortable with toyuality. Meanwhile, back at the Hall of McFavorite, we yap about the last Botcon ThunderClash, SW questions and answers, even more Animated, and is that ROC: Cobra Commander? Really? Really? The Masters of the Universe Classics are flying off the virtual pegs. Lastly I actually physically drool over another man's junk. That's right, I'm comfortable with toyuality. 01:54:48 openyourtoys, openyourtoys.com, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=167 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-011.mp3 This week we get down with Mattel's and Hasbro's Q and A's for Masters of the Universe, Stars Wars, G.I. Joe and Tansformers respectively. MP Grimlocks, new Star Wars pics and Joe: ROC news. Of course there is updates on fan-based projects and Transformers: ROF news as well. Podcasts Tue, 24 Mar 2009 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes This week we get down with Mattel's and Hasbro's Q and A's for Masters of the Universe, Stars Wars, G.I. Joe and Tansformers respectively. MP Grimlocks, new Star Wars pics and Joe: ROC news. Of course there is updates on fan-based projects and Transformers: ROF news as well. This week we get down with Mattel's and Hasbro's Q and A's for Masters of the Universe, Stars Wars, G.I. Joe and Tansformers respectively. MP Grimlocks, new Star Wars pics and Joe: ROC news. Of course there is updates on fan-based projects and Transformers: ROF news as well. 02:09:23 openyourtoys, openyourtoys.com, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=160 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-010.mp3 We get wind of this year's Disney Star Wars/Star Tours exclusives, more Botcon figures revealed and we are swimming in Transformer fan made upgrade kits. Seeing some great new toys in the stores, a ton of new pre-orders up and we take a look at the Four Horsemen's King Grayskull. Podcasts Tue, 10 Mar 2009 23:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes We get wind of this year's Disney Star Wars/Star Tours exclusives, more Botcon figures revealed and we are swimming in Transformer fan made upgrade kits. Seeing some great new toys in the stores, a ton of new pre-orders up and we take a look at the Four Horsemen's King Grayskull. We get wind of this year's Disney Star Wars/Star Tours exclusives, more Botcon figures revealed and we are swimming in Transformer fan made upgrade kits. Seeing some great new toys in the stores, a ton of new pre-orders up and we take a look at the Four Horsemen's King Grayskull. 01:42:48 openyourtoys, openyourtoys.com, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=143 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-009.mp3 We cover everything action figure related revealed during Toy Fair 2009 for the four franchises. Also Botcon, ROTF, Wedge's X-wing, TF Universe Legends and Voyagers, New Joe multi-packs and we actually have a toy review. Transformers Universe (Leo Prime) VS. Star Wars Crossovers (AT-TE/Captain Rex). Did I mention BMF's for $64. Podcasts Fri, 27 Feb 2009 07:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes We cover everything action figure related revealed during Toy Fair 2009 for the four franchises. Also Botcon, ROTF, Wedge's X-wing, TF Universe Legends and Voyagers, New Joe multi-packs and we actually have a toy review. Transformers Universe (Leo Prime) VS. Star Wars Crossovers (AT-TE/Captain Rex). Did I mention BMF's for $64. We cover everything action figure related revealed during Toy Fair 2009 for the four franchises. Also Botcon, ROTF, Wedge's X-wing, TF Universe Legends and Voyagers, New Joe multi-packs and we actually have a toy review. Transformers Universe (Leo Prime) VS. Star Wars Crossovers (AT-TE/Captain Rex). Did I mention BMF's for $64. 02:10:46 openyourtoys, openyourtoys.com, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=131 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-008.mp3 We talk about the disappointment that is the U.K. Toy Fair, the new Star Wars Q and A, spoil some new G.I. Joe: ROC characters and that’s just our first four news stories. Other highlights include: Fallen toy revealed, stupid price increases, G.I. Joe Hall of Fame figures, a new Jabba, Open Your Toys gets twitterific, oh yeah, rambling, lots and lots of rambling. Podcasts Thu, 19 Feb 2009 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes We talk about the disappointment that is the U.K. Toy Fair, the new Star Wars Q and A, spoil some new G.I. Joe: ROC characters and that’s just our first four news stories. Other highlights include: Fallen toy revealed, stupid price increases, G.I. Joe Hall of Fame figures, a new Jabba, Open Your Toys gets twitterific, oh yeah, rambling, lots and lots of rambling. We talk about the disappointment that is the U.K. Toy Fair, the new Star Wars Q and A, spoil some new G.I. Joe: ROC characters and that’s just our first four news stories. Other highlights include: Fallen toy revealed, stupid price increases, G.I. Joe Hall of Fame figures, a new Jabba, Open Your Toys gets twitterific, oh yeah, rambling, lots and lots of rambling. 02:07:57 openyourtoys, openyourtoys.com, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=121 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-007.mp3 Lots of new stuff for the Clone Wars and the Legacy Collection. Another $100 Star Wars vehicle is coming and a $100 Transformer Combiner? The holiday slump is over, pegs are officially stocked and we're buying. Encore 16 and 17...GEEKGASM, enough said. Podcasts Sat, 24 Jan 2009 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Lots of new stuff for the Clone Wars and the Legacy Collection. Another $100 Star Wars vehicle is coming and a $100 Transformer Combiner? The holiday slump is over, pegs are officially stocked and we're buying. Encore 16 and 17...GEEKGASM, enough said. Lots of new stuff for the Clone Wars and the Legacy Collection. Another $100 Star Wars vehicle is coming and a $100 Transformer Combiner? The holiday slump is over, pegs are officially stocked and we're buying. Encore 16 and 17...GEEKGASM, enough said. 01:23:43 openyourtoys, openyourtoys.com, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=97 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-006.mp3 We talk Botcon, Joecon, Resolute, 2009 Legacy and Clone Wars, Master of the Universe Classics, Revenge of the Fallen and that’s just the news. Podcasts Mon, 12 Jan 2009 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes We talk Botcon, Joecon, Resolute, 2009 Legacy and Clone Wars, Master of the Universe Classics, Revenge of the Fallen and that’s just the news. We talk Botcon, Joecon, Resolute, 2009 Legacy and Clone Wars, Master of the Universe Classics, Revenge of the Fallen and that’s just the news. 01:13:33 openyourtoys, openyourtoys.com, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=83 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-005.mp3 We talk about the aftermath of Black Friday, exclusives, and people like us, they really like us! Podcasts Thu, 4 Dec 2008 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes We talk about the aftermath of Black Friday, exclusives, and people like us, they really like us! We talk about the aftermath of Black Friday, exclusives, and people like us, they really like us! 01:49:13 openyourtoys, openyourtoys.com, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=56 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-004.mp3 This week we talk acronyms, SW QA, WTFWTK MOTUC, NRF, AT-TE, ROTF, and TCW. If you have to ask, you’re not cool enough…JK. Podcasts Thu, 20 Nov 2008 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes This week we talk acronyms, SW QA, WTFWTK MOTUC, NRF, AT-TE, ROTF, and TCW. If you have to ask, you’re not cool enough…JK. This week we talk acronyms, SW QA, WTFWTK MOTUC, NRF, AT-TE, ROTF, and TCW. If you have to ask, you’re not cool enough…JK. 01:21:10 openyourtoys, openyourtoys.com, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=39 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-003.mp3 This week we talk about MOTU Faker, the original repaint, complain about ROTF Devastator, and in general get drunk. Mrs. McFavorite gets some schooling. Clone Wars, The Motion Picture brings out the sales. Are we really that drunk at the end of cast? Listen for yourself. Podcasts Thu, 13 Nov 2008 23:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes This week we talk about MOTU Faker, the original repaint, complain about ROTF Devastator, and in general get drunk. Mrs. McFavorite gets some schooling. Clone Wars, The Motion Picture brings out the sales. Are we really that drunk at the end of cast? Listen for yourself. This week we talk about MOTU Faker, the original repaint, complain about ROTF Devastator, and in general get drunk. Mrs. McFavorite gets some schooling. Clone Wars, The Motion Picture brings out the sales. Are we really that drunk at the end of cast? Listen for yourself. 01:32:38 openyourtoys, openyourtoys.com, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=39 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-002.mp3 This week we talk about the confirmed Masterpiece Grimlock and Disney Crossover Mickey. We take a look at the new 2009 Star Wars Lego Sets. Have you heard about Reprolabels? Well now you have. We also added a “What we got” segment and talk about big heavy balls. Podcasts Tue, 4 Nov 2008 11:59:59 MST Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes This week we talk about the confirmed Masterpiece Grimlock and Disney Crossover Mickey. We take a look at the new 2009 Star Wars Lego Sets. Have you heard about Reprolabels? Well now you have. We also added a “What we got” segment and talk about big heavy balls. This week we talk about the confirmed Masterpiece Grimlock and Disney Crossover Mickey. We take a look at the new 2009 Star Wars Lego Sets. Have you heard about Reprolabels? Well now you have. We also added a “What we got” segment and talk about big heavy balls. 01:11:08 openyourtoys, openyourtoys.com, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=31 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-001.mp3 Welcome to the first official episode of Open Your Toys Cast. Please visit this podcast at https://OpenYourToys.com. Podcasts Tue, 21 Oct 2008 11:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes Well it only took us two weeks for our second show. Not too bad. We talk about a possible Masterpiece Grimlock, Hasbro Toy Shop great semi-annual sale, and the onslaught of new items and pre-orders online. Enjoy...Slick Well it only took us two weeks for our second show. Not too bad. We talk about a possible Masterpiece Grimlock, Hasbro Toy Shop great semi-annual sale, and the onslaught of new items and pre-orders online. Enjoy...Slick 01:33:48 openyourtoys, openyourtoys.com, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy https://openyourtoys.com/?p=27 https://openyourtoys.com/podcasts/Open-Your-Toys-Cast-000.mp3 Welcome to the pilot episode of Open Your Toys Cast. Please visit this podcast at https://OpenYourToys.com. Podcasts Tue, 7 Oct 2008 11:59:59 MDT Slick McFavorite and Mrs. McFavorite (OpenYourToys.com) Yes It's our first episode. A pilot if you would. We test out our format, realize we have a lot of work to do, and have some fun. Enjoy...Slick It's our first episode. A pilot if you would. We test out our format, realize we have a lot of work to do, and have some fun. Enjoy...Slick 01:46:08 openyourtoys, openyourtoys.com, 80s, gijoe, g.i.joe, he-man, heman, he man, motu, toys, toy