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Diving into your favorite toy lines, one year at a time! Each week Jay Glatfelter (Geek. Dad. Life.) and Dan Larson (Secret Galaxy) break down a specific year in a different toy line.

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Join Jay (Geek Dad Life) and Dan (Secret Galaxy) as they revisit the year that fundamentally changed Transformers and toys forever, 1986. Transformers: The Movie got rid of so many favorite characters including Optimus Prime. It was unheard of then f... more

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Join Jay (Geek Dad Life) and Dan (Secret Galaxy) along with Special Guest Mike Kaess as they continue their journey through the Transformers Generation 1 toy line, focusing on 1985! They share their thoughts on the G1 Transformers and why it was such... more

Join Jay (Geek Dad Life) and Dan (Secret Galaxy) as they kick off season two with a discussion about classic transformers toys from their first year of release, 1984! They share fun memories of the toys and discuss what made them so special. Get read... more

Join Jay (Geek Dad Life) and Dan (Secret Galaxy) along with special guest Ryan Doell (First Member of the Toy Geeks 5 Timers Club) as they wrap up their journey through the Kenner Real Ghostbusters toy line with a look at the 1991 toys. They share in... more

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Alex Brewer
Sculptor of upcoming Real Ghostbusters figures from Mondo
Mondo
Episode: The Real Ghostbusters: 1988
Craig Goldberg
Co-author of a book on Ghostbusters toys
Episode: The Real Ghostbusters: 1987
Jake Stevens
Toy collector and enthusiast, founder of For LOM to Zuckuss
For LOM to Zuckuss
Episode: Star Wars Power of the Force 2: 1999-1999
Griffin Newman
Comedian and co-host of Blank Check and Star Wars podcast.
Blank Check Podcast
Episode: Star Wars Power of the Force 2: 1998 Part 2
Mike Kaess
ToyTuber and Star Wars enthusiast
Episode: Star Wars Power of the Force 2: 1997 Part 2
Ken Plume
Toy collector and enthusiast
Episode: Star Wars Power of the Force 2: 1997 Part 1
Ryan Doell
A frequent guest and unabashed Star Wars fan and toy collector.
Episode: Star Wars Power of the Force 2: 1996 “Shadows of the Empire”
Thomas Gwyn
From NECA Toys, expert in toy design and sculpting
NECA Toys
Episode: LJN’s Advanced Dungeons and Dragons: 1983
Owen Oertling
Toy designer with a history at Four Horsemen Studios and McFarland Toys.
Four Horsemen Studios
Episode: GI Joe ARAH: 1989 Part 1

Hosts

Jay Glatfelter
Host of Toy Geeks and creator of Geek Dad Life, he sharesToy collecting enthusiasm with a personal touch, often sharing his childhood memories and experiences.
Dan Larson
Co-host of Toy Geeks and known for his insights on toy collecting, his background and expertise enrich discussions about various toy lines and their cultural significance.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 119 ratings
  • Great Show

    Very entertaining for a toy collector of my generation. Could you guys upload the rest of the GI Joe Episodes to the Podcast feed? I missed those. Thanks!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gattubella
    United States4 months ago
  • Good, but…

    Where are the older episodes? I missed a few of the early ones.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dstrohmeng
    United States7 months ago
  • Mws.gg

    If this were so good why isn’t there a toy geeks 2 also they don’t call toy geeks because it’s about people who don’t like toys

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Willyham772090
    United States9 months ago
  • Dudes are awesome

    Really entertaining

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PRuff16
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great new podcast for toy or pop culture enthusiasts

    As a fan of both of these hosts in other media, having a long format to hear them go into detail on the properties we love is a delight. Awesome guests and great research into the subjects makes this a must listen each week!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IanJ-MFB
    United Statesa year ago

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Very entertaining for a toy collector of my generation.
Awesome hosts with great chemistry.
Insightful and nostalgic discussions about beloved toy lines.
Great podcast for vintage and modern toys.

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#72
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#110
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Apple Podcasts
#187
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#23
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#147
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#228
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The Real Ghostbusters: 1988
Q: Alex, did you have this one? (referring to the Highway Haunter)
Alex expresses fond memories of seeing the Highway Haunter at a birthday party, saying he felt intrigued by its transformation.
The Real Ghostbusters: 1988
Q: Dan, do you feel anything for the highway hunter, at least in retrospect?
Dan acknowledges the nostalgia and clever design of the Highway Haunter but still prefers the uniqueness of the Ghostbusters toy line as a whole.
The Saga of Crystar: 1982
Q: Did you have it as a kid? Did you buy these?
I was in Japan, so you didn't know it existed, really. I knew it when it came back.
Inhumanoids: 1986
Q: Were you into this show or toys during its time?
No, I don't even know if I knew there was a show when it came out.
Masters of the Universe: 1984
Q: How has your experience been with the GI Joe community?
Pixel Dan discusses his initial fears about how the GI Joe community would receive him but mentions he was welcomed with open arms.

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Content focuses on various toy lines from specific years, exploring their cultural impact, design evolution, and the nostalgic memories associated with them. Hosts share personal anecdotes and delve into discussions on iconic franchises like Transformers, Real Ghostbusters, and Star Wars Power of the Force, often including insights from special guests who are enthusiasts or experts in toy collecting. The show emphasizes the nostalgia tied to toys from childhood, making it an engaging experience for listeners who are toy collectors or simply fans of pop culture. With a mix of humor and earnest discussions, it offers an enjoyable examination of toys and their influence over the years, likely appealing to a broad audience of toy lovers.

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2. Craig Goldberg
3. Jake Stevens
4. Griffin Newman
5. Mike Kaess
6. Ken Plume
7. Ryan Doell
8. Thomas Gwyn

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