Transformers University - a TFU.INFO Podcast

The Transformers toy line saw a dramatic shift in 1987, with a number of gimmicks and play features brought on to breathe new life into the brand. We’ll break down 1987’s Autobots, their features and play patterns and listen in on the commercials that tried to sell them to the world. Please like and subscribe wherever you listen to this show. Please subscribe to TFU.INFO on YouTube at...

It is the year 1987. Transformers transitioned into a new phase in its history as the TV show came to an end and the world began to move on from the brand. We’ll set the stage for what the world was like in 1987 by looking at moments in history, sports, and entertainment. Please like and subscribe wherever you listen to this show.   Please subscribe to TFU.INFO on YouTube at http://www.youtu...

Wrapping up our long tour through the year 1986, Ant reflects on the importance of the year that brought us many standout characters and of course, Transformers: the Movie. Please like and subscribe wherever you listen to this show. Please subscribe to TFU.INFO on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/tfuinfo Catch us on social media: Twitter – http://www.twitter.com/TFU_INFO Facebook – ht...

In this episode, we take a deep dive into a set of early drafts of the Transformers: the Movie script by Ron Friedman. What made it into the final film? And more importantly, what was cut out? Do you know about the Anibots, Dragon Beast, or Ingestor? You will after listening to this episode! Follow along by downloading a copy of the script from this link: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0Bw...

Wrapping up Season 3 for 1986, we take a look at 3 more episodes of the original Transformers cartoon. From the amazing animation of “Call of the Primitives,” to the sci-fi world building of “The Face of Nijika,” to Rodimus Prime’s spiritual journey in “The Burden Hardest to Bear.” Plus, we’ll take a dive into a new feature in season 3 cartoons, &#82...

The new Transformers series from Netflix drops on July 30th, 2020! Get your inside look into the show and what to expect in this review. The first half or so is a NON-SPOILER review of the series, before we get into some SPOILER details. But don’t worry, I’ll give you plenty of time to punch out before that. If you’re curious about the show, you do not want to miss this episode!...

The 2020 Transformers Collaborative figures have left many fans happy, sad, excited, and confused for a number of reasons. In this episode we break down just what happened with the TF Collaborative Back to the Future and Top Gun figures and examine what the future may hold for the line after Gigawatt and Maverick. Please like and subscribe wherever you listen to this show. Please subscribe to TFU....

With some of the wildest color schemes and rarest figures, we head to Brazil, Argentina, Venezuela, and Peru to check out South American Transformers toys. Just how many different versions of Bumblebee were available? What is Optimus vs. Malignus? And just how do you say, “Jipe?” Pick up a copy of this mini series on Amazon! and help support the show as you follow along: h t t p s : /...

We head to the UK one last time for 1986 to check out the Christmas issue (in July!) and the 1986 Annual. We learn about “The Gift,” that Jetfire has, follow a hacker into a Decepticon computer, and learn the SUPER IMPORTANT story of “State Games,” featuring the origin of Megatron! Pick up a copy of this mini series on Amazon! and help support the show as you follow along:...

In this episode we head back to Europe to take a the Young Corgi series of game books. You’ll go on an adventure on the “Island of Fear,” and then you’ll head out to the road for a “Highway Clash.” We’ll also revisit the Transformers Universe mini series with some commentary from The Salty Seaman! Check out our 1985 coverage of Young Corgi here: https://yo...

In this episode, we look at the Marvel limited series guidebook: Transformers Universe. Find out which Transformer has the personality of Abe Lincoln and which has no personality at all. Explore the typographical error that may have lead to one of your favorite current Transformers toy lines! And just what is, “Fodder?” Pick up a copy of this mini series on Amazon! and help support the...

A quick look at one of the longest-running Transformers mobile games as Transformers Earth Wars celebrates it’s 4th Anniversary. We’ll quickly talk a bit about the gameplay, talk about some of the unique and fun pieces in the game, and what characters and character models could transcend the game to mainline Transformers.   Please subscribe to T F U . I N F O on YouTube at h t t p : /...

We continue our countdown to number 1 as we look at the Top 10 most influential Transformers to Ant’s collecting habit. Catch us on social media: Twitter – http://www.twitter.com/TFU_INFO Facebook – http://www.facebook.com/tfuinfo Instagram – http://www.instagram.com/tfuinfo Help support the show by joining our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/tfuinfo Or support the show by...

In this episode, Ant breaks down the most important figures in his collecting life. Find out what made the cut and why as we  take a look at the first half of this Top 20 list! Catch us on social media: Twitter – http://www.twitter.com/TFU_INFO Facebook – http://www.facebook.com/tfuinfo Instagram – http://www.instagram.com/tfuinfo Help support the show by joining our Patreon: htt...

We dial-in to the Internet of 1986 for a brief check on the buzz around Transformers… if any. And we take a dive into some of the merchandise from around the world, including a deep dive into the Diamond Transformers: the Movie sticker album with Mike Seibert of Mike Seibert Radio! Check out our guests: Mike Seibert Radio: https://soundcloud.com/mikeseibertradio Please subscribe to TFU.INFO...

The first of many crossovers between the Robots in Disguise and the Real American Heroes! We’ll break down all 4 issues of this limited series, explain some of the continuity flaws therein, and tell you about the expectations of a young fan reading this for the first time with special guests Gabriel Owens: the Salty Seaman & Christopher “Spell My Name Right This Time” McLeod...

In this episode, we return to the Marvel Comics US continuity to see how they handled the deaths of Optimus Prime and Megatron. We’ll also see how their fellow Autobots and Decepticons took those events as well; we’ll meet a new human threat in The Mechanic, and Trypticon comes to Earth! With special guests: Gabriel Owens, The Salty Seaman: http://www.youtube.com/recharge138 Delvin Wil...

Ant takes a look at the latest tome of Transformers artwork from Jim Sorenson and Viz Media, Transformers: A Visual History. He’ll wax poetic about fandom days gone by while giving you a quick tour of the book all while gushing about it. You really should own a copy. Buy Transformers: A Visual History (Special Edition) on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2W4nqsz Buy Transformers: A Visual History on...

In this episode we dive into episodes 21-25 of the third season of The Transformers. We’ll head to Paradron in “Fight or Flee,” meet “The Dweller in the Depths,” discover an Old Snake in “Only Human,” meet the Technobots in “Grimlock’s New Brain,” and and we’ll find out if “Money is Everything.” Special guest this episod...

In this episode we take a look at what to expect from New York Toy Fair. Ant talks about what it is like to attend the Hasbro Fan Media Event and what else to expect from TFU.INFO’s journey to Manhattan on Feb. 22. Please subscribe to TFU.INFO on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/tfuinfo Catch us on social media: Twitter – http://www.twitter.com/TFU_INFO Facebook – http://www.fac...

In this episode we take a quick dive into a pair of Sticker Adventures books as well as an overview of the colouring books from Macdonald Purnell. Follow along on Planet of Junk at: http://camphortree.net/tf/books/sticker/junk/junk.html And find out more about artist Roy Richardson at http://www.artwanted.com/royart Please like and subscribe wherever you listen to this show. Please subscribe to TF...

Happy Groundhog Day! We wrap up the Target: 2006 storyline and take a quick look at a text tale and a couple of Robo-Capers! See how Simon Furman wrapped one of the most beloved Transformers UK stories of all time and why Impactor has lived up to his name all these years later. Please subscribe to TFU.INFO on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/tfuinfo Catch us on social media: Twitter – http:...

Ant takes a look back at the great year for Transformers that was 2019 and takes a look ahead to 2020. Plus, he’ll review a new Batman toy, talk podcasts and road trips, explain something he calls “Bingycation,” explain the greatness of ETEWAF, and tell you about the one comic you need to be reading right now!

Happy New Year! Transformers University is back with more Transformers knowledge in 2020! In this episode, we’ll follow the fun, weird, and wacky adventures set forth in the Kids Stuff and Ladybird books & audio books published in 1986. Please subscribe to TFU.INFO on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/tfuinfo Catch us on social media: Twitter – http://www.twitter.com/TFU_INFO Faceb...

This time around Ant will talk about some of the latest Transformers news such as Bump of Chicken Bumblebee, Def Jam Soundwave, and more! Plus Ant rants about 3P and the return of Toys R Us. Plus, we’ll go off topic on heavy metal, comics, and TV.