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Toy Anxiety

Toy Anxiety
Ghostbusters
Toy Collecting
Marvel Legends
Star Wars
NECA
Toys
San Diego Comic-Con
Mondo
Hasbro
Super7
Action Figures
Haslab
Ecto-1
Mattel
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
Toy Fair
Ninja Turtles
Kickstarter
K-Pop Demon Hunters
New York Comic Con

Craig, Ryan, Jake, and Abbey bring their weekly toy and action figures woes to the table, every week on Toy Anxiety! Buying Star Wars, Marvel Legends, Ghostbusters, NECA, Super7 and more, these collectors know how to spend their hard earned cash on plastic treasurers, new and old! Brought to you by Yes Have Some.

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Recent Guests

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Dan Larson
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Host and co-host of Podcast The Ride, a toy collector, and a friend.
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Pixel Dan
Popular toy reviewer and content creator known for insightful commentary about collectibles.
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Episode: Pixel Dan, TMNT, & SDCC Pickups!
McKenna Grace
Star of Ghostbusters: Afterlife
Ghostbusters: Afterlife
Episode: Ghostbusters Announcements - Ecto-Glow, 1984 Proton Pack, and WHAT?!
Eric Reich
Member of Ghostcore
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Griffin Newman
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Steve Ozer
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Hosts

Craig Goldberg
Host with energetic, enthusiastic take on toy collecting; appears across multiple episodes with deep knowledge of figures and licenses.
Ryan Dole
Co-host known for humor and banter, often drives roundtable discussions and live hunts.
Jacob Walsh
Co-host who contributes toy news, humor, and in-depth knowledge of lines and licenses.
Abbey Gardner
Co-host and guest voice, adds perspective on community and industry trends.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 146 ratings
  • It’s great

    If you like chocolate covered feet, buying and selling toys, dollverines, and sarcastic Godzillas then you will love this podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Windnyou
    United States21 days ago
  • Extreme?

    Is Extreme Toy Anxiety done? There hasn’t been a show in 7 months.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dstrohmeng
    United States6 months ago
  • 5 star

    Great pod,easily in the top 17 toy pods around.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Garyjpduff
    Ireland2 years ago
  • Best Show Ever!

    I have enjoyed YHS content for years, and Toy Anxiety is amazing! As a fellow collector, I love hearing about new toys, and they are absolutely hilarious together. This crew makes me smile on a weekly basis. Thank you for being awesome! And Happy Birthday, Jacob!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JackHensley
    United States3 years ago
  • Meh

    ...heard about this podcast ...not to impressed so far ...

    Kind of nasty talking about the lady bidding.Perhaps She wanted to help out the charity ..

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    JkAAA007
    Canada3 years ago

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Some negative feedback exists about pacing or tangents, but overall reception is highly positive.
Listeners praise chemistry and camaraderie among hosts, calling it entertaining and relatable.
Guest contributions and live event coverage are frequently cited as standout moments for community engagement.
Fans highlight deep toy knowledge and fun banter, with many noting the show's ability to spark joy in collectors.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#213
United States/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#244
Canada/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#122
Australia/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#63
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Apple Podcasts
#93
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#113
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Q: Tell us about your experience running the Kickstarter and what you learned.
Running the Ashen Oath Kickstarter has been stressful but rewarding, with lessons on ebbs and flows, frequent updates, and leveraging a dedicated fan base to push the campaign toward its funding goal.
NYCC HasLab Ecto, Mondo Real Ghostbusters, Marvel Legends!
Q: What do you think about the figures coming out?
The figures are a huge improvement, and the likenesses are more toy-like, which is great.
NYCC HasLab Ecto, Mondo Real Ghostbusters, Marvel Legends!
Q: How do you feel about the HasLab Ecto-1?
It's the best Ghostbusters toy ever made, and we need everyone to back it.
WWE Figure Chat w/ Mattel's Steve Ozer
Q: Steve, if there’s a line you could bring back, what would it be?
I would love to see Mask return.
McFarlane Brings The 🔥 for Abbey’s Birthday!
Q: What is your favorite Ghostbusters equipment?
I like the Geiger meter and the PK meter is also really awesome.

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What is Toy Anxiety about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A lively roundtable of toy collectors who discuss new releases, vintage finds, and the culture around collecting, with frequent banter, live pickups, and industry chatter. Episodes blend news about brands like NECA, Mattel, and Hasbro with personal stories, charity drives, fan comments, and occasional guest appearances, delivering a mix of enthusiasm, humor, and deep hobby knowledge. A standout trait is the strong community vibe, including live events, workshops, and ongoing conversations about licensing, line diversification, and the evolving toy hobby ecosystem. Ideal for listeners who enjoy candid host chemistry, nerdy toy insights, and a communal, sometimes cheeky, look at the collecting world.

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1. Toy Geeks!
2. Yes Have Some: YHS Podcast & Ghostbusters Radio Live
3. Modern Toyfare
4. Toy Power Podcast
5. The Reluctant Adult Podcast

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2. Brian Burke
3. Dan Larson
4. Michael Carlson
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7. Eric Reich
8. Griffin Newman

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