The Reluctant Adult Podcast

Power Rangers tag Playmates in Re-Ignition tease. That’s what she said. Plus, Funko gives Real Ghostbusters fans a more affordable alternative to Mondo’s 1:12 collectibles. And, Hasbro goes all out with Maximum Marvel Legends Spider-Man, but conveniently forgets to mention the price. Don’t make me run. I’m full of chocolate! It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast. Email TheReluctantAdultPodcast@gmail.co...

As American content creators come to grips with TikTok’s impending demise in the States, action figure photogs are gleefully surrendering their own work to the AI robots that will soon replace us all. Plus, Hot Toys fans give the company’s upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine Human Torch figure a lukewarm reception. And, better late than never! Rattrap joins Takara’s Masterpiece Beast Wars Transforme...

NECA alters the deal. Pray they don't alter it further. Either NECA is running out of mystery box product or they think collectors don’t know money good. Plus, a glimmer of hope for Power Rangers fans as rumors swirl about a new home with Paramount. And, The Batman sequel delayed. Aquaman recast as Lobo. It’s good to see James Gunn bring stability to the DC Universe. I, for one, welcome our new in...

Toy collectors celebrate another successful ROSS Con, filling their stockings with Super7 Power Rangers, Transformers, and The Simpsons Ultimates action figures. Plus, Trick Or Treat Studios reminds Gremlins fans not to get their new Mogwai props wet — no matter how excited you may be! And, Twisted MEGO Theater presents Disney Store Disaster! This exclusive sold out faster than the Hawk Tuah girl....

Still reeling from their Donnie’s Lab debacle, NECA is now demanding fans pay up if they expect loyalty. Plus, Funko taps into modern culture with their Domingo Pop! based on an SNL skit that no one under 40 can even explain. And, ROSS saves Christmas with their own Island of Misfit toys. A Water pistol that squirts ReAction figures! Duffman says a lot of things... It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast...

Marvel Legends enter the Age of Apocalypse with cuts so deep you might see bone. Plus, the Star Wars Pipeline is looking a little sandy. Better start sweeping or you may face a death sentence in 12 systems. And, Fresh Monkey Fiction is hoping you left room in your stocking for their latest Naughty or Nice Collection. But I always drink my.... Malk?! It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast. Email TheReluc...

We got one! Ghostbusters fans fund Hasbro’s Ecto-1 HasLab with room to spare! Plus, Ninja Turtles collectors gobble up NECA’s Black Friday blind boxes, sight unseen. What could possibly go wrong? And, Real Ghostbusters lovers are having the best new year ever as Funko unveils Pop! versions of film’s cartoon counterparts. Money can be exchanged for goods and services. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podca...

Danielle Potter—who's "Dani’s Mallows" YouTube channel is one of the fastest growing in the world of Squishmallows—joins us for an all-new episode of The Reluctant Adult Conversation! Dani shares the trials and tribulations of collecting from the United Kingdom. From hefty shipping charges to limited in-store options, Dani is often forced to rely on the kindness of Squish strangers to maintain her...

NECA wants their damn toys back! And they ain’t taking no for an answer. Plus, time is running out to back Hasbro’s Ghostbusters Ecto-1 Plasma Series (Anniversary Edition) HasLab. And, that time the Power Rangers almost went one-on-one with The Undertaker. If it's clear and yella, you've got juice there, fella! If it's tangy and brown, you're in cider town. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast. Email...

Dan Larson, the most professional man in all of toys, invites us to peer into his Secret Galaxy on this all-new episode of The Reluctant Adult Conversation! Dan talks about his decision to leave Twitter for BlueSky and greener pastures, as well as celebrating nearly a decade of shining a spotlight on toys and geek culture on YouTube. Dan breaks down why those AI-generated memes flooding Facebook a...

Todd McFarlane laughs last at collectors who thought they could buy a Joaquin Phoenix Joker at a reasonable price. Plus, Designer Con brings out the best and priciest toys that companies have to offer. And, Joy Toy makes April fools out of all the Ninja Turtles makers that came before. Suspect is hatless, repeat, hatless. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast. Email TheReluctantAdultPodcast@gmail.com S...

Josh De Vaney is the self-proclaimed Michael Jordan of Michael Jordan Collecting. Josh spent the better part of the last decade amassing a Michael Jordan collection worthy of the NBA legend—including unreleased prototypes of what would have been MJ’s first-ever action figures! Josh traveled to America from his home in Australia to investigate the still-unsolved mystery surrounding the origin of wh...

Expecto Pop-tronum! Funko hopes Harry Potter fans will ‘scarf’ down their latest Wizarding World Pop! Yourself collectibles. Plus, a Wicked surprise for Mattel as the toy maker scrambles to scrub their internet search history. And, Disney premieres new trailers for Captain America: Brave New World and The Thunderbolts at D23 Brazil. It tastes like burning. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast. Email T...

Rob Post and Holly Tanory join us for this week’s Reluctant Adult Conversation. You may know Rob from his other toy line— fan favorite, fantasy-themed Savage Crucible. And you may know Holly from her steadfast Alabama football home game attendance. Together, they are responsible for one of the rising stars of the action figure world; the first super poseable college football action figures. Which...

The early bird may get the worm, but Hasbro decided that every bird that backs their Ghostbusters HasLab will get Louis Tully. Plus, Mondo stops being polite and starts getting real with their cartoon accurate Peter Venkman and Samhain action figures. And, with an uncertain cinematic future, is there still always money in the banana stand known as Star Wars? Hasbro may soon find out. Weaseling out...

Brian Volk-Weiss, founder and CEO of Nacelle Toys, joins us for this week’s Reluctant Adult Conversation. At last month’s New York Comic Con, Brian revealed series one of Nacelle’s Star Trek action figures and fans had some questions. Like, “What is up with those character choices? No Spock? No Kirk? But we’re getting Valkris? In series one?!” We asked Brian to explain himself and you will want to...

Hasbro reveals organizational changes designed to move the needle, improve corporate synergy, and offer key employees exciting opportunities outside the company. Plus, London Comic Con provides our first look at Hasbro’s Captain America: Brave New World Marvel Legends, plus our first Black Series Sebulba action figure. Wizards! And, a returning fan favorite finally gives Star Wars fans something p...

Hold my Ectoplasm! Hasbro gives Ghostbusters fans the 1:12 Ecto-1 they’ve been dreaming of! Plus, hold my fully articulated hand! Hasbro gives X-Men fans the cartoon-accurate Sentinel they’ve been dreaming of! And, hold my monkey paw! McFarlane gives Batman fans the Kong crossover they’ve been dreaming of! Good ol’ rock, nothin beats that! It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast. Email TheReluctantAdultP...

Hasbro finally gives the Power Rangers faithful something to spend money on. Why do these auctions have fans bidding farewell to the long-running series? Plus, Nintendo’s Alarmo serves as a wakeup call for single players. And, Hasbro dropped the ball with their Starting Lineup revival, but a new toy company is looking to scoop up the sack and score in their backside. Can't sleep. Clown'll eat me....

It turns out that Shredder’s real Revenge was forcing fans to keep re-buying the same Ninja Turtles video game over and over again. That devious bastard. Plus, Hasbro prematurely teases their next Ghostbusters HasLab. Will Ghostheads back the project just in slime? And, The Joker sequel fails to draw fans, which is surprisingly, considering how artsy it looks. We've tried nothing and we're all out...

NECA dumps a brand-new batch of con exclusives on their website, recycling fan favorites and introducing an all-new, well-deserved TMNT action figure. Plus, the wait for more X-Men 97 may be longer than anticipated. Both Hasbro and Disney seem in no rush to capitalize on the success of season one. And, Target tightens their return policy to crack down on crafty customers in hopes of nipping retail...

Buzz kill! Disney shifts blame for Lightyear’s failure to launch, choosing to ignore the movie’s despondent tone, generic spaceman story and tenuous connection to the established Toy Story universe. Plus, Mondo frightens collectors with limited edition Ahh! Real Monsters exclusives. And, always a slave to fashion, Princess Leia as Jabba’s Prisoner is back on the block. Just once I'd like someone t...

Hasbro promises to build a wall in the Streets of Mos Eisley and expects the Jawas to pay for it. The Star Wars team revealed all new The Vintage Collection and Black Series toys at this year’s Hasbro Pulse Con. Plus, if loose lips sink ships, then Hasbro just made a titanic reveal with their Secret Wars-inspired collection of Marvel Legends. And, he’s the ghost with the most toys! Fans are dying...

The ghost with the most is back but collectors are the ones shouting “Boo!” at a certain toy company for spoiling the movie’s little surprise. And, the battle over kids meal prize supremacy heats up as one fast food establishment refuses to go down without a “fright’? Plus, Hasbro’s GI Joe team notches another win for the good guys as the Cobra Rattler secures its final stretch goal. Hot stuff, co...

Comedian Greg Stone joins Reluctant Adult Conversations to talk Star Wars colon The Clone Wars and Star Wars colon The Last Jedi and how the events of The Last Jedi affected his colon. Plus, we solve racism.  Email TheReluctantAdultPodcast@gmail.com Save and get Free Shipping on in-stock items on Entertainment Earth with code TOYPOD TikTok  @TheReluctantAdultPodcast Instagram  @TheReluctantAdultPo...