In this episode, we talk about the trend where toys are gravitating towards a certain esthetic. We look at original toy, cartoon, and Comic variations on the theme.
In this episode we talk about the change Hasbro & Takara are making by unifying the brand releases, plus we look at whether or not it is worth it to pre-order items.
When is a placeholder in your collection good enough or not good enough? We talk about the trend of buying 3P or using older figures to “stand in” within your collection until a more suitable one is released.
In the post-podcast discussion following episode 271 (The Toys That Made Us), Duron, Bret, Bryce, and Aaron Archer sit and chat about growing up with toys, favorite toys, and personal thoughts regarding the business.
TFYLP rings in the new year with special guest Brian Volk-Weiss, Creator and Executive Producer of the Netflix Original Series The Toys That Made Us. Former Hasbro Brand Manager Aaron Archer also joins us in the discussion!