Pink hair, rubber masks, and a bad attitude: It's ZARANA! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We have an official Patreon page! Go to https://www.patreon.com/GIJOBURG?fan_landing=true Want some of the most unique GI Joe apparel out there? Check out our official GI JOBURG merch at: https://teespring.com/stores/gi-joburg-the-merch...
Oct 06, 2024•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 363
BenFlyingRetro is embarking on an quest to purchase every classic GI Joe comic from the original 80s and 90s Marvel Run. He's hunting down individual issues from every corner of the globe in whatever order the universe decides to give him. Join Ben and his pal Steve from GI Joburg as they discuss the latest find! Want more BenFlyingRetro? Instagram https://www.instagram.com/benflyingretro?igsh=MXQ1YWtyeThiZGJ2MA== And People Who Play Substack https://peoplewhoplay.substack.com/ Intro song by Arw...
Oct 03, 2024•45 min•Ep. 362
BenFlyingRetro is embarking on an quest to purchase every classic GI Joe comic from the original 80s and 90s Marvel Run. He's hunting down individual issues from every corner of the globe in whatever order the universe decides to give him. Join Ben and his pal Steve from GI Joburg as they discuss the latest find! Want more BenFlyingRetro? Instagram https://www.instagram.com/benflyingretro?igsh=MXQ1YWtyeThiZGJ2MA== And People Who Play Substack https://peoplewhoplay.substack.com/ Intro song by Arw...
Sep 26, 2024•37 min•Ep. 361
We're chatting to the team from Wilde Productions about their first playmotion film: "MADMAN'S LAIR". If you've not seen it, check it out here: https://youtu.be/F5cXkzz6S10 Plus we've got a whole lot of new comics to discuss with Destro 3+4, Scarlett 4 and ARAH 310! Get strapped in for a bumper episode! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We ...
Sep 22, 2024•2 hr 16 min•Ep. 360
BenFlyingRetro is embarking on an quest to purchase every classic GI Joe comic from the original 80s and 90s Marvel Run. He's hunting down individual issues from every corner of the globe in whatever order the universe decides to give him. Join Ben and his pal Steve from GI Joburg as they discuss the latest find! Want more BenFlyingRetro? Instagram https://www.instagram.com/benflyingretro?igsh=MXQ1YWtyeThiZGJ2MA== And People Who Play Substack https://peoplewhoplay.substack.com/ Intro song by Arw...
Sep 19, 2024•53 min•Ep. 359
As iconic as the line itself, this week we look at the Hi Speed Sentry... The Cobra HiSS!!! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We have an official Patreon page! Go to https://www.patreon.com/GIJOBURG?fan_landing=true Want some of the most unique GI Joe apparel out there? Check out our official GI JOBURG merch at: https://teespring.com/stores...
Sep 15, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 357
Steve is Joined by MC"DJ"AC/DC and Spoonkiller from the BurgForce to talk about Delta-17 o-ring style action figures. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We have an official Patreon page! Go to https://www.patreon.com/GIJOBURG?fan_landing=true Want some of the most unique GI Joe apparel out there? Check out our official GI JOBURG merch at: ht...
Sep 09, 2024•47 min•Ep. 356
We're trying something new in Three Forty-Two! a toy NONE of us have; two of us want and one of us strongly dislikes! Hope you enjoy a full hour on the Bridgelayer… Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We have an official Patreon page! Go to https://www.patreon.com/GIJOBURG?fan_landing=true Want some of the most unique GI Joe apparel out there...
Sep 01, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 355
All hell is breaking loose in issue 309 of GI Joe A Real American Hero! We talk comics, toys, and all that lovely stuff. Plus let's do a rundown of our most memorable Springfield moments from GI Joe lore! You got one or two in mind? Join us live and let's get into it! For info on the GI JOE: THE MOVIE deleted scenes and newly found audio, check this out: https://www.facebook.com/share/v/ZNgEKnaY5VnkxwUT/?mibextid=CmRSLE Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC...
Aug 25, 2024•1 hr 53 min•Ep. 354
Mustache. Codpiece. Metal suspenders. Monocle. Cape. No hair. No shirt. Rippling muscles... You're not likely to find an orthodontist quite like DOCTOR MINDBENDER. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We have an official Patreon page! Go to https://www.patreon.com/GIJOBURG?fan_landing=true Want some of the most unique GI Joe apparel out there?...
Aug 18, 2024•1 hr 16 min•Ep. 353
Destro wages war on the Crimson Twins? Scarlett and Jinx have a smoochy-kiss? We've got new comics to digest and discuss, plus all the usual shenanigans when lifelong friends and toy enthusiasts go live. Hope you can hang out with us! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We have an official Patreon page! Go to https://www.patreon.com/GIJOBURG?...
Aug 12, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 352
Paul got too many kung fu's to the head and is down with a migraine... so Steve and Rob crack some booze and crack open a random grab-bag of topics like Super7 O-rings, Transformers X GI Joe, and foil parachutes! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We have an official Patreon page! Go to https://www.patreon.com/GIJOBURG?fan_landing=true Want ...
Aug 04, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Ep. 351
The long-awaited, much anticipated announcement has been made: the Classified Series Cobra Rattler HasLab campaign has been launched! Rob , Paul and Steve are going to get into it, along with any other SDCC reveals that caught their eyes. Plus new comic issues come under review with GI Joe ARAH 308 and Scarlett 2 from Skybound. Yo Joe! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at ar...
Jul 28, 2024•2 hr 1 min•Ep. 350
It's winter... but it's also summer! Let's do the Snowcat... and Tiger Cat! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We have an official Patreon page! Go to https://www.patreon.com/GIJOBURG?fan_landing=true Want some of the most unique GI Joe apparel out there? Check out our official GI JOBURG merch at: https://teespring.com/stores/gi-joburg-the-m...
Jul 21, 2024•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 349
This year's International Backyard clocked in at just under 2 hours, featured no fewer than 20 collaborators and believe me when I say, there's a lot to talk about. Rob, Paul and Steve are going to get into it... International Backyard forms GI Joburg's entry into Cobra Convergence. This month-long celebration of all things Cobra features a range of YouTube channels, podcasts, Instagram and X creators and is in its 8th year. GI Joburg is proud to be a part of the event. For a full list of the co...
Jul 14, 2024•2 hr 2 min•Ep. 348
The figure review NOBODY asked for, its 1989s Battle Force 2000 wannabe, Dee-Jay! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We have an official Patreon page! Go to https://www.patreon.com/GIJOBURG?fan_landing=true Want some of the most unique GI Joe apparel out there? Check out our official GI JOBURG merch at: https://teespring.com/stores/gi-joburg...
Jul 07, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Ep. 347
With the Classified Series revealing its San Diego Comic Con Exclusive Cobra Commander, Nemesis Enfor...Immortal pending release, and an ongoing comic series unafraid to reset Cobra Commander's origins to embrace sentient snake-people, it seems now more than ever COBRA-LA is getting a big push. Is this a misstep? Or is the fanbase primed for it like an orbiting spore-bomb ripened by the BET? We're gonna get into it. Plus what do the lads think of all the upcoming Classified releases anywho?! We'...
Jun 30, 2024•1 hr 53 min•Ep. 346
Quick Kick! What a codename! What a Joe! What a delight to review. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We have an official Patreon page! Go to https://www.patreon.com/GIJOBURG?fan_landing=true Want some of the most unique GI Joe apparel out there? Check out our official GI JOBURG merch at: https://teespring.com/stores/gi-joburg-the-merch...
Jun 23, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 345
We've been threatening to do this for weeks now, and it's finally time - the Joburg boys are going to discuss what we'd love to see from a GI Joe animated show. Also we're going to go over issue 1 of the Scarlett miniseries from Skybound publishing. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We have an official Patreon page! Go to https://www.patreo...
Jun 16, 2024•1 hr 53 min•Ep. 344
The greenest green army man the line ever produced, there's a surprising amount to talk about when it comes to 1988's premier infantryman, HIT & RUN! Check out General's Joes for some extra Hit & Run stories: https://generalsjoesreborn.com/dioramas/liberation.html Hit & Run on 3DJoes: https://www.3djoes.com/hit--run.html Hit & Run on Blood For The Baron: https://www.bloodforthebaron.com/comics/maf/047/index.html# Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/c...
Jun 09, 2024•1 hr•Ep. 343
Who knew this comic would be the runaway hit of the Energon Universe? In spite of its strong ties with Cobra-La... or perhaps BECAUSE of them?! Regardless, this is the refresh on our beloved brand we didn't know we wanted until it was served like a steaming spore pod. Rob, Paul and Steve are going to get into it all on this episode. If you want to join this year's International Backyard playmotion film, check this out: https://youtu.be/Mo47snB5BeY Join this channel to get access to perks: https:...
Jun 02, 2024•1 hr 55 min•Ep. 342
Is the 1986 B.A.T.S the greatest figure of all time!? Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We have an official Patreon page! Go to https://www.patreon.com/GIJOBURG?fan_landing=true Want some of the most unique GI Joe apparel out there? Check out our official GI JOBURG merch at: https://teespring.com/stores/gi-joburg-the-merch #gijoe #cobra #ba...
May 26, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 341
What's the most destructive fate you've ever meted out on your toys? Even the most OCD of us surely tucked firecrackers into a Joe's waist at some stage. Curiosity killed the action figure! We also will be taking an in-depth look at GI Joe ARAH issue number 306 from Skybound. And what the hey? A few more of Steve's favourite Joe photos. Don't forget that Mark's hardcover GI Joe Dio Story is available to print on demand, hit him up on his Facebook page if you're interested! https://www.facebook.c...
May 19, 2024•2 hr 4 min•Ep. 340
THIS VEHICLE IS AWESOME. And anyone who disagrees is gonna get their tires slashed. In episode 326 we're talking 1986's stand-out custom ride, the DREADNOK THUNDER MACHINE! Massive thanks to Dreadnok Ryan and "Iron Monger" Gary V for making this episode possible! Check out Ryan's channel here https://www.youtube.com/@theislandofmisfittoycollectors And Gary's channel here https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCstYMbyMjluNG39FHfbw_wQ Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/cha...
May 12, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Ep. 339
Rob, Paul and Steve chat to Mark Van Leeuwen, GI Joe dio story and playmotion creator. Mark's been producing hardcover copies of his stories and sharing them with the lucky GI Joburg gang for a couple of years now; but for the first time ever YOU can get your very own copy! Check out the offer here: https://www.facebook.com/mark.vanleeuwen.16121/ We've featured his work on the channel before, check it out here: https://youtu.be/tZNFTpf2L0o?si=YtgIu3igrPvfV53Z and here: https://youtu.be/t7h1V_qgK...
May 05, 2024•2 hr 8 min•Ep. 338
Rob, Paul and Steve show some love for the purplest helicopter of the entire series - 1987's COBRA MAMBA! Check out the awesome commercial here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5OQEW8-XPT0 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We have an official Patreon page! Go to https://www.patreon.com/GIJOBURG?fan_landing=true Want some of the most unique ...
Apr 28, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 337
Rob, Paul and Steve chat about the legendary Hooded Cobra Commander 788 retiring from active duty after more than ten years of sterling service; And Cobra Commander issue 4 from Skybound comes under the spotlight. We've played the demo copy of the Wrath of Cobra videogame and will discuss our first impressions! Be sure to check out Cliff McCarthy's latest fun vid on our Special Forces playlist, "Cobra Car Wash" https://youtu.be/Wo8qRzcT4-Q And get your mind blown by the latest Mike The Hunter pr...
Apr 21, 2024•1 hr 42 min•Ep. 336
Our toy focus this week is Dusty! Why Dusty? Tune in; find out! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We have an official Patreon page! Go to https://www.patreon.com/GIJOBURG?fan_landing=true Want some of the most unique GI Joe apparel out there? Check out our official GI JOBURG merch at: https://teespring.com/stores/gi-joburg-the-merch #gijoe ...
Apr 14, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 335
Cujo joins the squad this week with some sad tidings: the passing of two Joe artists - Mark Bright and Ed Piskor. We'll take a look at the penultimate issue of Duke from Skybound; And discuss the surprise reveal of the Ghostbuster o-ring figures from Hasbro. Plus our Joe Photography showcase segment is growing with some listener submissions this week! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can ...
Apr 07, 2024•1 hr 47 min•Ep. 334
Sword Uzi Blowgun Tri-Sectional Staff IT'S 1989 SNAKE EYES! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We have an official Patreon page! Go to https://www.patreon.com/GIJOBURG?fan_landing=true Want some of the most unique GI Joe apparel out there? Check out our official GI JOBURG merch at: https://teespring.com/stores/gi-joburg-the-merch #gijoe #has...
Apr 01, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Ep. 333
