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Whether you’re a fan of vintage toys or cutting-edge creations, Cracktastic Plastic has something for every action figure enthusiast. Join us as we explore the captivating realm of vintage treasures and stay up-to-date with the latest releases from your favorite franchises. From iconic classics like He-Man and Transformers to cutting-edge designs in the Marvel and Star Wars universes, we’ve got it all covered. Tune in for engaging discussions, insightful reviews, and a community of fellow collectors who share your passion. Subscribe now to Cracktastic Plastic and embark on a thrilling journey where nostalgia meets the future of fun!
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The 4th of July just blasted by, and we’re still feeling those freedom vibes! So this week, the gang is diving into the toy shelves to spotlight some of the best red, white, and blue toys around. From heroic action figures to star-spangled robots, we're talking toys that proudly wear the colors of the good ol’ U.S. of A. Whether it's patriotism or just awesome color palettes, these toys bring the boom! Light a sparkler and join us for a celebration of colorful collectibles! We are also discussing A Walk in Time toy store to see if we should visit there someday.
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Tuesday Jul 01, 2025
Tuesday Jul 01, 2025
Is your toy room a curated collection… or just controlled chaos? In this episode of Cracktastic Plastic, we’re diving deep into the cluttered conundrum of Hoarding vs Collecting! When does the joy of the hunt turn into a mountain of mayhem? Are we preserving plastic perfection or just stacking sealed sins?
Join the crew as we debate, disclose, and dissect our own collecting habits—and maybe even expose a few embarrassing piles of unopened packages. It’s a battle of balance, bins, and boundaries, and trust us, you don’t want to miss it! Whether you’re a minimalist master or a maximalist mess, this episode is for you.
Then we discuss Tall Man Toys & Comics to see if we should go there someday.
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Tuesday Jun 24, 2025
Tuesday Jun 24, 2025
Every collector has to start somewhere, and in this episode, we’re blasting off into a galaxy far, far away to talk about starting a Star Wars vintage figure collection! With decades of figures, variants, and vehicles out there, it can be a little overwhelming—but fear not, young Padawan. We’ll help guide you to a solid launch point with a special focus on the original 12 Kenner figures that began it all in 1978. From Luke to Leia, Vader to the Jawa, we’ll break down what makes these figures so iconic and how to navigate your first steps as a vintage collector.
And we’re not making this journey alone! Back on the show is our good friend Jake Book, who’s just started down this exciting (and slightly obsessive) path himself. He’s recently taken his first steps into a larger world of vintage Star Wars collecting, and we’re thrilled to hear what’s caught his eye so far. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or just thinking about picking up your first figure, this episode is for you!
Then we talk about Road to the Past Collectibles to see if we should go there someday.
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Tuesday Jun 17, 2025
Tuesday Jun 17, 2025
In this episode, the gang transforms and rolls out to talk all about Bumblebee (2018)! Jason’s already a fan of this heartfelt and action-packed reboot of the Transformers franchise, but it’s Elgn’s very first time watching it—so we’re diving into all the feels, the G1 goodness, and that killer ‘80s soundtrack. Does this solo outing for our favorite yellow Autobot win over the whole crew? Or will Elgn wish he could scan a new movie? Plus, we’ll talk toys, nostalgia, and what this film did right (looking at you, opening Cybertron scene). Tune in for laughs, lasers, and maybe a few emotions you weren’t expecting from a giant robot movie. We also talk about The Toy Shack to see if we should go there someday.
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Tuesday Jun 10, 2025
Tuesday Jun 10, 2025
Some toys are just too wild for store shelves! In this episode, the gang dives into the world of banned, recalled, and flat-out dangerous toys. From choking hazards and fire risks to weapons disguised as childhood fun, we’re counting down the craziest toys that got the boot. Which ones did we own before they disappeared? Which ones totally deserved it? And which banned toys still hold a special (and slightly illegal) place in our hearts? Tune in for a hilarious and slightly hazardous look back at the toys that crossed the line! They we talk about Crown Point Toys & Collectibles to see if we should go there someday.
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Tuesday Jun 03, 2025
Tuesday Jun 03, 2025
In this episode of Cracktastic Plastic, we’re diving deep into the world of concept art—those early sketches, renderings, and designs that bring our favorite toys to life before they ever hit the shelves. We’ll talk about how concept art shapes a toy’s final look, the unsung artists behind the designs, and some incredible examples of figures that changed drastically from concept to production. Plus, we’ll share some of our favorite concept art pieces and speculate wildly about what could’ve been if some of those early designs made it into our toy boxes. Grab your pencils and your prototypes—let’s get conceptual! We also talk about The Gresham Toy Shop to see if we should go there someday.
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Tuesday May 27, 2025
Tuesday May 27, 2025
Even the most passionate toy collectors can hit a wall. In this episode of Cracktastic Plastic, we’re asking the big question: Can you burn out on toy collecting? And we’re not asking it alone. We’re joined by my longtime Transformers friend and fellow collector, Chris “Turnip” Simmons—the very person who first brought this topic to our attention. When Turnip shared that he was feeling burnt out on collecting, it made us stop and think: can this beloved hobby actually start to feel like… work? From rising prices and storage struggles to the constant hunt and collector FOMO, we dig into the reasons why collecting can sometimes lose its spark. We’ll talk about our own experiences, how to deal with burnout, and maybe even how to fall in love with collecting all over again. Whether you’re knee-deep in unopened figures or wondering if it’s time to take a break, this episode is one you won’t want to miss. Then we talk about Toy Go Round to see if we should go there someday.
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Tuesday May 20, 2025
Tuesday May 20, 2025
In this episode, we're diving into the sticky, satisfying, sometimes stressful world of applying stickers to toys. Whether you're transforming a plain plastic robot into a battle-hardened ‘Bot with blazing insignias, or painstakingly lining up tiny tampos on a vintage vehicle, stickers can make or break the aesthetic of your action figures. We’ll explore the pros of pristine placement — that factory-fresh feel, the added detail, the nostalgia! But also, the cons — crooked chaos, peeling panic, and the dreaded sticker sheet with no instructions. We'll share tips and tricks, from tweezers and toothpicks to magnifying glasses and mood lighting (yes, it helps). Should you use soapy water? Should you laminate or leave them raw and risky? So grab your light box, steady your sweaty hands, and settle in for some sticky talk. We're also going to talk about Plastic Empire to see if we should go there someday.
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Wednesday May 14, 2025
Wednesday May 14, 2025
Prepare for a plastic-packed party of pop culture collisions! In this episode, the team tackles crossover toy lines—those wild, wonderful worlds where franchises fuse, mashups multiply, and toy shelves become battlegrounds of brands! From turtles teaming with Transformers to Power Rangers partnering with Street Fighters, we’re showing off the crossover collectibles we have and digging into why these toy team-ups tickle our nostalgic nerves. Come for the chaos, stay for the synergy—this is Cracktastic Crossover Carnage! We also talk about Finder's Seeker to see if we should go there someday.
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Tuesday May 06, 2025
Tuesday May 06, 2025
From bubble-blister blunders to boxy behemoths, this episode is all about packaging faux pas! The Cracktastic Plastic crew tears into the toy world's most impractical, ugly, and downright disastrous designs. Whether it’s packaging that’s impossible to open without a power tool, or graphics that look like they were barfed out by a broken dot matrix printer, we’re calling out the clunky, the confusing, and the completely cringe-worthy. Join us as we unwrap the worst the toy aisles had to offer! Then we talk about KD Toys-n-Customs to see if we should go there someday.
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