Back 2 Brick Podcast

CHRISTMAS TIME!  Time for that LEGO wishlist!  This week we had guest John ( block_head_23 ) , Peter ( afollygood ), and Louis ( louisofnutwood ) all join for a discussion on their LEGO wish list that would show up under their tree.  But there were some rules. It was their top 5 sets had to be released in the past year AND they couldn't go over $1000. We had TONS of fun discussing our picks a...

Fast approaching Christmas.  I hope you all have your shopping done (we are NOT).  LEGO has some cool ideas and products coming out in 2022.  We have some more Marvel sets, Brickheadz, and MAYBE even the Skywalker Saga videogame.  But, I wouldn't hold my breath.  Some people have had opinions on their most recent "impossible to deconstruction" build, but I'll let them give thei...

Now there are some BIG LEGO sets, the AT-AT, Titanic, and the Millennium Falcon.  BUT you have yet to see THIS large of LEGO build.  The UCS Millennium Falcon pails in comparison to this massive Millennium falcon which is over 6 feet long!  This week we talk with Elvind and how he convince his wife that he really needed a millennium falcon. His story on how he created this model and many of his ot...

December rolls in with a brand new factory! Not only that but you can invest in LEGO instead of gold!  It's just the start of the holiday season and it's time to find that LEGO set(s) you want under the tree. LEGOs new factory Holiday truck on the move invest in LEGO not CRYPTO! San Diego bar Build Together BETA 2021 employee gift sunflowers and brickheadz Tiger with a butt LEGO Masters...

If you like builds that seem impossible, you've come to the right podcast episode! Ralf Longer (Ranghaal) has so much ingenuity and out there LEGO designs. He goes form medieval designs to space designs, from the past to the future. Not only are the designs creative, but he helps others use his techniques to build your own creations. These designs aren't impossible, you can do them too!...

Two weeks of news!  I am way behind!  I do apologize, as it was Thanksgiving I'd hope you understand!  But lots of news to talk about this week as the Holiday season continues.  If you wanted the AT-AT, well, it is extremely hard to find.  We have some news on the LEGO Movie 3, some new wood LEGO sets, and a brickheadz that will sell out fast! Builder's Journey on Xbox LEGO gives back to...

This week we talk to a rising star in LEGO designing.  Jeongwone has built some amazing architecture builds, Tranformers, and now Peter Pan! Not only are his designs spot on to what they present, but have the level of care and detail that are what a Master Builder represents.  Really great to talk to him about his work and his aspirations in the LEGO community! Go to back2brick.com to find more in...

"I like LEGO, small animals, and cookies." Kelly loved going to LEGO conventions and thought she could never build things like these other adults.  But with some family encouragement she got to work! Now she calls herself an artist, as she deserves to be called.  She has been commissioned by LEGO, created beautiful mosaics, and a chocolate shop we'd all want to visit.  Join us in ou...

VIP WEEKEND!  BLACK FRIDAY!  This is going to be an expensive two weeks for most AFOLs. But why not, it's LEGO that's what we are here for.  This week's Bricking News we talk about some of the new sets expected for 2022, how companies are taking on the LEGO "building" model for their own products, and the Times recognizes LEGO!  Europe prices are on the rise 2022 Star Wars...

They say there are no straight lines in nature.  But LEGO bricks aren't a part of nature, so it's ok to make cool geometric shapes out of them!  AFOL Designer Zachary Steinman takes bricks and builds MORE brick shapes into art pieces you could see in a gallery for hundreds if not thousands of dollars.  His inspiration my come from those pieces of art, but his designs are all his own.  Re...

LEGO keep taking money of of my wallet faster than I can put it in! The newest sets are getting more and more expensive.  But go and get what you want! I won't be jealous, much! LEGO has finally revealed the UCS AT-AT, the Chinese New Years set, and many more.  Gift with purchases are everywhere as well, tempting you in to buy more.  Check out the latest news from LEGO! UCS AT-AT Luke's...

Belgium is a beautiful country (so I'm told).  But what better way to understand the beauty there than through LEGO!  Ben Vijle takes town and cities from around the country of Belgium and educating us on the history and beauty that the builds bring.  But his builds aren't limited to Belgium!  He's got some great ideas and an architects eye.  Check out his latest builds and how he c...

Bricking into the News are some exciting new sets!  Titanic is on the way into a store near you, the UCS AT-AT was leaked (released soon for the holidays!) and art installments are popping up everywhere!  LEGO seems to be slowly taking over the world.  Make sure to check out this week's news topics that will sure to get you fill of LEGO knowledge to impress your friends.  Also, if you love th...

Who doesn't like robots?  Mechsuits?  Kaiju?  Well, then you're in luck! This week's podcast guest Kelvin Low is an expert at building different scale figures and monsters.  The best part, he shares exactly how to build them on his Youtube channel.  All at no cost to you.  So no instructions just follow along.  Mr. Low and I had a great conversation on how he builds his mech frames...

A bit of slower week for LEGO on the Bricking News, but there is still news  LEGO rumros for the Muppets are coming close to reality, soon we will see them live!  Lightyear and other new Disney tv shows and movies LEGO sets are on they way as well.  Kids also created instructions for the COP26 Climate Summit to show the world what we need to fix.  Listen to find out more! Duplo Preschool app Savin...

This week's guest takes us around the block, get it, block, in his many car builds.  Jonathan takes his love of being a petrel head and LEGO to a level we all can appreciate, even if you aren't a huge car fan! We have some classic cars to brand new sports cars from different manufactures all around the world.  He continues to be inspired (even in his dreams) about what car/truck/van he m...

Back we go into the Bricking News!  This week LEGOLAND rides just keep coming!  New ones out now and new ones on the way.  I guess I need to get to a LEGOLAND to try them out.  Lots of Harry Potter activities as well as the 20th anniversary year comes to a close and bricklink round 2 sales are coming soon!  Check out what we talk about today: Factory Adventure ride Brick Friday VIP weekend Kids ro...

There is the system, and then there is bionicle.  Aiden Rexroad (also know as aiden.builds on instagram) takes a whole new look at the bionicle world.  Using fun and different techniques he can blend the bioncile work with the LEGO system to create some stunning builds.  Primarily focused on creatures and space, he has a wide range of building experience to do just about anything.  Here how he goe...

Back again for some Bricking News!  Ok, did anyone every thing that LEGO came out with so much news per week?  i sure didn't.  LEGO made a surprise when they decided to postpone their review of the latest Ideas winners, and for a contest! (Hopefully I win lol).  They are also teaming up with Target to work on some cool limited edition stuff for the holidays!  But it's not all fun and gam...

In this week's episode we finish up our interview with Robby, also known in the LEGO community as Gunnbuilding.  After talking about Doctor Who we get into his recreations of the famous LEGO theme The Adventurer's.  I grew up with this series and was wowed by how cool and creative is creations were!  But we also talk about his latest builds and what we can expect from him in the future! ...

WELCOME BACK ALL!  Hope you've had a wonderful week.  Did anyone of you watch a scary movie or two?  I love this time of year and can't wait for some hot chocolate by the fire.  First off LEGO was working hard to keep a HUGE set a secret but they officially revealed the Titanic!  Seinfeld is making a splash on Netflix and LEGO helped promote it. It's October so double VIP points are...

Steampunk has become pretty mainstream.  I mean, I went to the halloween story the other day and found brass goggles and wooden claws.  Robby or Gunnbuilding takes you into the steampunk world and more.  Not only does he make some cool models, he also designs custom minifigures too!  Are you a Doctor Who fan?  If you know it's always bigger on the inside then he's got some great Tardis b...

Happy October Brick Builders!  Time for some scary movies and excessive eating candy!!  LEGO is also releasing a good bit of sets today so it's a good time to get out and buy some LEGO.  ALSO, because Christmas is so close that's another excuse to get some LEGO sets.  But this week we got a peek at the RMS Titanic, some LEGO deals on Amazon, and LEGO get's another bounce in profits....

SO as we all have lives, sometimes they can be hectic.  So this week's episode is a day late but HEY it's out!  This week there won't be a designer to interview but we will get to talking about LEGO.   How you ever considered shipping your LEGO creations?  How do you do it safely?  What is the best way of doing it?  But not only shipping your LEGO sets, what about sorting them?  Is...

Time to hit the record button and get to recording!  This week LEGO ran through the rumor mill and let us guess what is coming in 2022.  Not only that, but we have sets going up in price?  It's like the VIP program points all over again.   But with the world opening up the LEGO House is letting fans come back and enjoy the builds!  Take a listen to the latest in the Bricking News. No more pre...