This week, We roundhouse kick our opinions to your face on virtual DCon and online trolls. Symbiosis "Yeti" edition - https://martiantoys.com/products/symbiosis-yeti-by-sad-salesman-martian-toys-exclusive?_pos=1&_sid=3bd54ff03&_ss=r
This week, We discuss several conventions(STS, DCon, GCon), Popmart/Instinctoy collaborations, Gary has a mail call, Theresa makes up a word, and much more. Designercon http://www.designercononline.com/ https://www.instagram.com/designercon/ https://www.instagram.com/popshoplive/ STS (Shanghai Toy Show) coverage https://www.instagram.com/popmartglobal/ STS walkthrough video 1: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CHOzYeNHyAx/ STS walkthrough video 2: https://www.instagram.com/tv/CHRoytjniSZ/ G_Con http:...
This week, we discuss mail calls, customs, TTC advent calendar, distribution, unlicensed projects, stifling growth and success, and much more. George KS Glyos https://www.instagram.com/p/CFyrG7CHvP8/ https://www.instagram.com/mightymaniax/ https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/rocom/mighty-maniax-horror-and-gaming-inspired-glyos-action-figures Doktor A Janky customs - https://www.instagram.com/p/CFyxmgrD14n/ Rato kim box cat blinds - good example of straw/water line I was talking about https://ww...
This week, we discuss Theresa’s recent Pop Shop experience, platforms a plenty, Coarse, a designer toy game in development, and more. Blankos Block Party IG - https://www.instagram.com/playblankos/ Blankos Block Party video - https://www.instagram.com/p/CE78KMOHg0x/ DIY Stroll - https://www.strangecattoys.com/products/stroll-diy-white-vinyl Janky Series 3 reveal - https://www.thetoychronicle.com/news/superplastic-janky-series-three-is-here/ Janky Series 3 - https://superplastic.co/products/janky...
This week, the gang is back with a ton of toy talk. Theresa goes hypebeast, the George of old returns, and from this day forward, Gary will be known as Grandpa Ham. Forbes Popmart article - https://www.forbes.com/sites/ywang/2020/07/02/master-of-mystery-the-new-billionaire-whose-cult-favorite-toys-are-sold-at-random/#6e64007b42c6 Buff Monster x Ebay - https://www.ebay.com/e/_collectibles/buff-monster-trading-card-exclusive-2020 KayMayCreates - https://www.instagram.com/kaymaycreates/?hl=en Dumps...
After over a 5 month hiatus, the gang hops back in the podcast saddle. We discuss the pandemic’s effect on designer toys, cancelled events, virtual cons, Pop Shop live, UVD toys, Theresa’s customizing, Canbot Kickstarter, DTA’s and more. Links: Canbot 3oz Kickstarter - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/clutter/canbot-3oz-limited-edition-art-toy-blindbox-series UVD Toys - https://www.instagram.com/uvdtoys/?hl=en Pop Shop Live App - https://popshoplive.com/ Barbarian Rage Comic Kickstarter - ht...
This week, we touch a little on life changed since Covid-19, ToyCon UK, custom shows, toys purchased and more. Links: Birds of Prey Custom Show - https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/birdsofafeathercustomshow/ Misappropriated Icon 3 custom show - https://www.instagram.com/strangecattoys Luaiso Lopez IG - https://www.instagram.com/luaiso_lopez/ Muffinman IG - https://www.instagram.com/muffinmansculpts/ Hai_Dee_Toys IG - https://www.instagram.com/hai_dee_toys/ Kaze Covid-19 - https://www.instagr...
This week we are joined by the adorably talented Jade Kuei from Mumbot . We discuss her recent and upcoming toys, production challenges, how much the toy community means to her, what it’s like being a Western woman living in an Eastern world, conventions, and much more. Links: Mossy the Moss Spirit vinyl toy - https://www.strangecattoys.com/products/mossy-the-moss-spirit-by-mumbot?_pos=1&_sid=57a34626b&_ss=r Mumbot online store - https://ghosting.bigcartel.com/products Bakumbaa - https:/...
This week, the gang digs into the world of art collaborations - we cover the good and the bad, digging into what an art collaboration actually means, who has ownership, and recent examples of collaborations gone wrong. We also discuss some recent releases and upcoming shows. Links: Superplastic Jason Limon Particle Superjanky - https://www.myplasticheart.com/particle-superjanky-by-jason-limon-pre-order-ships-late-feb-2020/ The Collector by Coarse - https://www.coarselife.com/the_collector/ Puffy...
This week, we are joined by guest Timothy Patrick - producer and director of the Master Casters documentary. We take a peek behind the curtain to learn more about how the documentary came to life and delve into the world of bootlegs. We also touch on the Coronavirus and the effect it’s having on the toy industry. Master Casters IG - https://www.instagram.com/mastercasters_/?hl=en Master Casters on Amazon - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B084JVLWQQ/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=master+casters&qid=1581007769...
Hello 2020! Did you miss us? We’re back from our extended holiday break and kicking off season 5 with some toy talk. We discuss some new toy related shows, recent purchases, blind box releases, and more. Episode Notes - Clutter Talks - https://www.youtube.com/user/cluttermagazine UrbanRobotCat Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/urbanrobotcat/ Master Casters Documentary - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B084JVLWQQ/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=master+casters&qid=1581007769&s=instant-video&sr=1-1 LAD...
While we await the start of season 5, enjoy a compilation of every game played of Designers and Dragons from Season 2. Designers and Dragons was a designer toy centric take on Dungeons and Dragons. Skinner and his evil horde of mercenaries had taken over the Pasadena Convention Center and threatened the demise of DesignerCon. George, Carlos East, along with guest players Kris Butiong and Colus Havenga embark on a strange adventure to stop Skinner and save DCon.
It took us a minute, but the gang finally gets together to do a recap of Designer Con 2019. We discuss our experiences, favorite toy sightings, fun moments, and more. Links: https://www.thetoychronicle.com/lists/seen-at-designer-con-2019-upcoming-releases/ Silk and Thistle - https://www.instagram.com/silkandthistle/?hl=en Mezco Radioactive Upper Cut Cyber Rider - https://www.instagram.com/p/B5k8Eh2gbdQ/ Diego Estolano - https://www.instagram.com/p/B5OnbeAHETw/ https://www.instagram.com/daeo/?hl=...
This week, the gang reflects back on DesignerCon's early beginnings and preview what's to come. DCon photo albums - https://www.flickr.com/photos/designercon/with/4878055725/ Blackie the Cat - https://www.thetoychronicle.com/news/blackie-the-cat-release-by-gary-baseman-x-flat-bonnie-dcon2019/ Unreal by Lauren - https://www.thetoychronicle.com/news/unreal-by-lauren-tsai-x-medicom/ Cursed Cranberry KillKat - https://www.thetoychronicle.com/news/cursed-cranberry-kill-kat-release-by-andrew-bell-x-st...
This week, in our first ever unedited episode, the gang discuss Halloween treats, kids meals, conventions, a toy den, and more. Gary gets in trouble.....again. Show Notes Alex Pardee Cornelius Candemon - https://www.instagram.com/p/B3VNhavp2hb/ Zard Apuya - https://www.instagram.com/p/B4VvspOlr2D/ Popmart - https://www.instagram.com/p/B4Cle6yHs-J/ BigBigCon - https://www.instagram.com/toysrevil Happy Meal 40th - https://adage.com/article/cmo-strategy/mcdonalds-brings-back-retro-happy-meal-toys-n...
This week, we welcome Joe Somers of Squibbles Ink to the show and delve into his world as a toy producer. We learn about his early beginnings with Pez, a love for the production process, his toy partnership with Rotofugi, running a small production factory in China, and much more. Episode Links Squibbles Ink website - http://www.squibblesink.com/ Rotofugi Mold-o-rama - https://www.youtube.com/watch?reload=9&v=yLtR6v7R7Y4 Squibbles Ink Istagram - https://www.instagram.com/squibblesink/?hl=en...
This week, George wears the hosting hat and the producer of DesignerCon, Ben Goretsky, joins the show. Ben gives us a sneak peek at next month's DesignerCon and answers some listener questions. DesignerCon website - https://www.designercon.com/ DesignerCon Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/designercon/
This week, collector and toy photography queen, KayMay Creates joins us for a long overdue Collector Edition. Hear a genuine womance between KayMay and Theresa blossom as they discuss how KayMay amassed a large collection in a short time, bargain hunting, her eye for interior design and toy photography, curating a collection and much much more. Links: KayMay Creates Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kaymaycreates/?hl=en NYX Spiritus Dea Dunny by Lisa Toms - https://www.instagram.com/p/B261aI...
This week, Mutant Vinyl Hardcore joins the gang for their 150th episode! We discuss his early beginnings as a collector to becoming the owner and operator of Mutant Vinyl Hardcore Toy Co. and Death’s Vault Gallery. We also touch on his influences, the lottery system, sculpting, being bootlegged, homages, collaborations, future projects, and more. Links: Mutant Vinyl Hardcore site - http://www.mutantvinylhardcore.com/ Death’s Vault Gallery - https://www.instagram.com/deathsvault/?hl=en Bemon - ht...
This week, we welcome the lovely Mr and Miss Muju of Mujuworld to the show. We talk to the UK-based couple about how they got into the scene, their creation processes, eco-friendly toy creation with bio-resin, their experiences with using Kickstarter, and more. Links: Mujuworld Website - https://www.mujuworld.co.uk/ Miss Muju on IG - https://www.instagram.com/miss_muju/ Mr Muju on IG - https://www.instagram.com/mr_muju/ Magic Seeds Kickstarter - https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1742707825/th...
This week, we’ve got the gang back together and do an episode of toy talk. We cover some highlights of the week as well as decade old history, bring back leaks and sneak peeks, and delve into various toy topics – what makes a toy handmade, the new Toy Chronicle Forum, Funko crossing over into designer toys, US made sofubi, and more. Crap ton of links to things discussed below. Links: September Clutter Gallery Shows - https://shop.cluttermagazine.com/gallery Q Pop Shop Art Junkie Exhibition - htt...
This week, we welcome toy veteran Jesse "Urban Aztec" Hernandez to the show. We reminisce on “Back in the Day” and cover everything from Jesse’s early work in urban toys to his latest releases with Kidrobot and Unruly Industries in designer toys. Links: Jesse’s Website - http://www.jessehernandez.net/ Jesse’s Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/urbanaztec/ Vinyl Addiction - http://www.jessehernandez.net/videos.html Vinyl Will Kill book - https://www.amazon.com/Vinyl-Will-Kill-Designer-Pheomeno...
We actually did a Blood & Guts hour after all! This week, Gary and Theresa step out of their comfort zone and into the horror world with Aaron Moreno aka Retroband. Join us as we meat Aaron and learn all about how he got into designer toys, the Deadly Delivery collective, working with Unbox Industries, his upcoming solo show and art book, and much more. Links: Retroband Website - http://www.retrobandtoys.com/ Retroband Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/retroband/ Work by Retroband - http...
This week, Gary and Theresa are joined by Jack from Vinyl Pulse and new guest Blair Marshall of Ko-Re Ko-Re. We discuss their experience at Popmart’s Beijing Toy Show, get to know what Ko-Re Ko-Re is all about, and some exclusive news for ToyCon UK. Links: Vinyl Pulse - https://www.vinylpulse.com/ Vinyl Pulse on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/vinylpulse/ Ko-Re Ko-Re - https://www.ko-reko-re.com/ Ko-Re Ko-Re on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/korekoreuk/ Toy Con UK - http://www.toyco...
Toot Toot! This episode has left the station and a little heads up….you may not want it to travel into your ear tunnels. You've been warned! We talk shows, politics affecting toys, animated characters, toys lost in translation, Momiji excitement and more. #marshamtoyhour #marsham #trainwreck #toytalk #podcast #designertoys Links: Clutter Gallery Sofvi Battle Show - https://shop.cluttermagazine.com/gallery/1181 Clutter Gallery Mr. Mitote Solo Show - https://shop.cluttermagazine.com/gallery/1180 R...
This week, Gary and Theresa squeeze in a last-minute record to discuss all thing BTS aka Beijing Toy Show – Popmart’s second toy show of the year. Along with digging into various releases that caught our eye, we discuss the continued explosion of releases from Popmart, toy favs getting licensed treatments, blind box themes, and more. Links: Popmart BTS toy release info: https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/A6pAeSBwydZYRopR99-MDA https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/xiUAfVyzmpqBzo6uny4UCA https://mp.weixin.qq.com/s/...
This week, Scott Katler joins Gary and George to discuss the closing of 3A, Superplastic synthetic influencers, SDCC, Pre-orders, and more. Links - Guggimon IG - https://www.instagram.com/guggimon/ Janky IG - https://www.instagram.com/janky/ Nema Studios Deathlatron- https://www.nemastudios.com/ GCon - https://www.facebook.com/FourHorsemenToyDesign/videos/four-horsemen-g-con-2019-mythic-legions-arethyr/2270157563299054/ Super7 Snake Mountain - https://super7.com/blogs/news/snake-mountain Super7 ...
This week, Gary, George, and Theresa dive into a whole bunch of toy talk. Topics include SDCC releases, new Instagram finds, weighing blind boxes, functional art, and more. Theresa also tries out a new game idea. Links: 3dretro SDCC previews - https://www.instagram.com/p/BzwI4EYHSxZ/ https://www.instagram.com/p/Bzy3VY3nB4Z/ Andrew Bell SDCC goodies - https://www.instagram.com/deadzebrainc/ DKE Toys SDCC goodies - https://www.instagram.com/dketoys/ DKE Toys x Scott C ET - https://www.instagram.co...
Did you miss us?! The gang is back together and Marsham finally returns after an unofficial summer break. We play catch-up on everyone’s whereabouts recently including George’s trip to the UK and Gary’s move, get into a discussion on vinyl vs resin, talk about Theresa’s recent commission, and cover some recent toy sightings. Links: Thimblestump at Anime Expo - https://www.instagram.com/p/BzgGdZAh5uG/ The Tardigradest Showman - https://www.instagram.com/p/BveY45UHNPT/ Task One - https://www.insta...
This week, Gary and Theresa recap their experience at Five Points Fest. Discussions include: thoughts on the event, Designer Toy Awards, our favorite sightings, and favorite Gary and Theresa moments. Lots of links below to all the goodies discussed! Links: Marsham Video Walkthrough of Five Points - https://youtu.be/mfEiDpW8wUA TTC Five Points Recap - https://www.thetoychronicle.com/news/five-points-fest-2019/ 2019 DTA Results - https://www.thetoychronicle.com/news/results-of-the-2019-designer-to...
