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We’re back! For real this time! Travis, Chris, and Cory talk about what they have been up to for the last 12 months and talk about what is going on around the scene!

The crew sits down with artist Zara Apuya to discuss his work and upcoming solo show at Strange Cat Toys!

Join the URC crew as they sit down with Chicago Based Artist Blake Jones to talk about his art career and future plans for his work!

Travis, Chris and Cory Make their return to talk about what they have been up to the past couple of years and to talk about the return of UrbanRobotCat!

In this episode the crew talk with Queens based artist Turtlecaps! They walk through his history growing up in graffiti, working in the magazine world, owning a toy store, and going full time artist. They also talk about many of the legends that Turtlecaps was able to collaborate with in his early days of graffiti. They dive into the development of his signature character, making it in resin, and...

In this episode the crew sit down with legendary San Francisco artist and Kidrobot Chief Creative Officer Frank Kozik. They talk about his long career dating back to his time creating event posters, owning a record label, discovering designer toys and taking the helm at Kidrobot. They talk about the current state of Kidrobot, the direction, licenesing, pthe connections of early punk and designer t...

In this episode the crew catch up and talk about the current start of the art world after 12 months of COVID. They talk about shows canceled in 2021, new shows happening, live music, art shows and more. They also talk a bit about the changes in collecting from physical to digital and the rise from the ashes that trading cards are currently experiencing. What next POGs make a return? IG: @UrbanRobo...

In this episode the crew sit down to chat with toy customizer legend Nerviswr3k! Creating original custom toys since 2006 Nervis has a unique style & is  known for his large toothed, biotech monsters. They talk about how he joined the customizer community, started sculpting, his first production toy, the Phoenix art scene and so much more! IG: @Nerviswr3K IG: @UrbanRobotCat Have a comment...

In this episode the crew try to navigate the world of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) and their recent impact on the art world. They go over some of the basics, how they work, how artists are using them, and where to buy. They also ask the audience to chime in with their thoughts on this new form of art. Would you purchase an NFT? IG: @UrbanRobotCat Have a comment or question? Email UrbanRobotCat@gmail...

In this episode the crew sit down with KozOne of Silver Tuna Studio! They talk about his mission to document street art and the artist who make up the scene. They also talk about his history in TV, movie production, skating and so much more!  IG: @SilverTunaStudios Website: https://silvertunastudios.com IG: @UrbanRobotCat Have a comment or question? Email UrbanRobotCat@gmail.com Would rather...

In this episode the crew sit down with sticker scene artist Cheer Up! They talk about getting into the sticker scene, making zines, documenting temporary art, playing in bands, and so much more!  IG: cheerupoffical Website: https://www.cheerupofficial.com IG: @UrbanRobotCat Have a comment or question? Email UrbanRobotCat@gmail.com Would rather call in and hear yourself on the episode? https:/...

In this episode the crew sit down with Greece based art duo Fluff Riot! They go over a bit of their history, what drew them to designer toys, developing and releasing their first vinyl figure, living overseas, traveling, food, and customer service war stories!  IG: @FluffRiot www. FluffRiot.com IG: @UrbanRobotCat Have a comment or question? Email UrbanRobotCat@gmail.com Would rather call in a...

In this episode the crew catch up on new projects and what has been happening the last week. They also talk some 90s nostalgia with talking about Starter jackets, new products and artists they have been discovering of late, Chris talks about customizing toys, and throws everyone for a curve ball with a little bit of sports talk?  IG: @UrbanRobotCat Have a comment or question? Email UrbanRobot...

Join the crew as they talk about 1 full year of podcasting! They talk a bit about what they learned, what they got out of it, and what they think they could do to make the show better in season 2. They ask ask you, the listeners, what you would like to see in the future. They talk Borat and PopShop Live as well! IG: @UrbanRobotCat Have a comment or question? Email UrbanRobotCat@gmail.com Would rat...

This is the episode you have been waiting 47 episodes to hear! We finally turn the spotlight on our co-host CHrisRWK to talk about the history of Robots Will Kill! We discuss his early days of creating artwork, creating the Website RobotsWillKill and what impact that had on a generation of artists, We talk about the development of the name, characters, how he approaches artwork, Merch, upcoming to...

In this episode the crew are joined by toy customizer Klav! They talk about his art career, Sci-Fi model making, his transition to designer toys, upcoming production toys and so much more. He also gives a bunch of tips and tricks to artists looking to get started in the customizing world! IG: @Klav9 @moyogallery website: https://themoyogallery.com IG: @UrbanRobotCat  Have a comment or questio...

In this episode the crew sit down with street artist City Kitty to talk about his amazing original art. They talk about his early start in bands/poster art, his hand painted wheat pastes, stickers, traveling, collaborations and so much more!  IG: CityKittyStreet website: www. CityKittyStreet.com IG: @UrbanRobotCat Have a comment or question? Email UrbanRobotCat@gmail.com Would rather call in and h...

In this episode the crew are joined by designer toy blogger and designer John "Spanky" Stokes! They take some time to learn about what drive John to start his blog 13 years ago, developing his signature mascot, working with artist's, and the character becoming a toy. They also discuss the launch of the D.I.Y Blank version of his character coming through Strange Cat Toys. They also take a little ti...

This episode the crew catch up after Chris' vacation and talk a bit about new toy releases from Strange Cat Toys and UVD Toys. They are also joined by the legend James "Dalek" Marshall! In their interview with him they discuss his early years and introduction to art, graffiti, and his early influences. They learn the origins of his most iconic character Space Monkey, where he wants to push the Spa...

Chris is on vacation again but, never fear, Vincent Scala is here to fill in and give us his opinion on a wide variety of designer toy subjects! We talk about platform toys, customizing, and original character's vs pop culture. We also dive into the idea of Pre-orders, and what happens when they stretch on past the delivery date. The crew also looks Vincent's plans for Virtual DCon, more toy produ...

In this episode the crew are joined by Long Beach base artist Goop Massta! They get into a lot of discussions including the creation of his signature character, creating across multiple mediums, challenges in trying new styles, transforming a foam block to a sculpture, moving from Florida to California, and much more! They also spend some time talking about Designer Con 2020 going virtual and Goop...

In this episode the crew fly solo and talk about what they have been up to over the past few weeks. They also dive in the topic of some recent Kidrobot controversy, Comic Con at home, and spend some time talking about Star Wars! IG: @UrbanRobotCat Have a comment or question? Email UrbanRobotCat@gmail.com Would rather call in and hear yourself on the episode? https://anchor.fm/urbanrobotcat/message...

An episode like none other! This week the crew is joined by two california based artists. Skinner and Scott Tolleson join the crew to talk about Basketball, making movies, cartoons, toy making, conspiracies, and an idea bankrupted Hollywood. Note. The Audio is a little off in this episode, apologize in advance. IG: @TheArtofSkinner @MrScottTolleson  IG: @UrbanRobotCat Have a comment or questi...

In this episode Chris makes his return and tells about what he was up to while he was away, they are also joined by Oakland based artist Nite Owl. In the episode we learn about his history as an artist, going to college and finding what you love, what he has been up to during COVID, the importance of taking great photos. we also talk about his favorite priority label, t-shirt production, and taggi...