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Toys on Tap

Toys on Tap
Toys
Designer Toys
Toy Design
Designercon
Art
3D Printing
Kickstarter
Sofubi
Toy Industry
Graphic Design
Art Community
Kaiju
Nostalgia
Soft Vinyl Toys
Action Figures
Toy Collecting
Ron English
Vinyl Toys
Collectibles
Creature Bazaar

Toys on Tap is a designer-toy podcast, creative platform, and production studio founded and hosted by Abraham Musto. It interviews artists, sculptors, collectors, and creators from the designer-toy, sofubi, resin, vinyl, bootleg, and collectible-art communities. Toys on Tap also helps artists develop and launch physical toys through production planning, factory coordination, crowdfunding strategy,... more

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Latest Episodes

Xander of Xander6 Comix joins Toys on Tap for a conversation about comics, toys, grassroots marketing, and what it actually means to hustle for the thing you want.

Xander started selling art at swap meets before eventually finding his way into Desig... more

Ryan Brunty of Depressed Monsters is back and this time we have some announcements.

The Toys on Tap x Depressed Monsters Yerman is finally headed to DesignerCon, and we’re going BIG.

We talk about:

• Bringing Yerman back to DesignerCon

• Sharing... more

Jacob and Jay join Toys on Tap to talk about what happens when years of collecting, podcasting, obscure monster movies, and toy obsession finally turn into actually making toys.

Between them, there’s a lot going on.

We talk about:

• Growing up wit... more

Drew joins Toys on Tap to talk about QUZU Critters, a new electronic toy that lets you discover collectible creatures and more hiding inside everyday QR codes.

What started as something Drew wanted to build with his son quickly turned into something... more

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Recent Guests

Ryan Brunty
Founder of Depressed Monsters and creator of the Yerman character
Depressed Monsters
Episode: Bonus Episode: Depressed Monsters x Toys on Tap: Yerman Is Coming to DesignerCon
Jacob Walsh
Tattoo artist, toy designer, and co-creator of Cryptoids and Okashii Station
Okashii Station
Episode: Ep. 299 Toys on Tap w/Okashii Station: From Toy Podcasts to Building a Toy Company
Jay Key
Co-founder of Toku Toy Town and Kaiju Go, and co-creator of Okashii Station
Okashii Station
Episode: Ep. 299 Toys on Tap w/Okashii Station: From Toy Podcasts to Building a Toy Company
Drew Shark
Inventor of QUZU Critters with a background in advertising, art, electronics, and technology.
QUZU Critters
Episode: Ep. 298 Toys on Tap w/Quzu Critters: What If Every QR Code Had a Monster Inside?
Scott Cherry
Designer, Barbarian Rage; sculptor and toy creator
Barbarian Rage
Episode: Ep. 297 Toys on Tap w/Scott Cherry: The Toy That Nearly Broke Barbarian
Neil Ewing
Founder/owner of Bombastic Plastic
Bombastic Plastic
Episode: Ep. 296 Toys on Tap w/Neil Ewing: It's easy to make a toy. It's hard to make a good one!
Chris Reed
Tattoo artist and maker behind Creeder Toys
Creeder Toys
Episode: Ep. 294 Toys on Tap w/ Creeder Toys: Tattooing, Yokai & Japanese Vinyl
Bob Johnson
Executive producer of Godzilla Fest, Bay Area Film Events
Bay Area Film Events
Episode: Ep. 293 Toys on Tap w/ SF GodzillaFest:Inside SF Godzilla Fest with Bob Johnson
Chaz Foreman
Co-founder of Kaiju Go; Toy Maker
Kaiju Go
Episode: Ep. 291 Toys on Tap w/ Kaiju Go: Building the Best Kaiju Party in Texas

Host

Abraham Musto
Host of the show

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 150 ratings
  • Talk about TOYS!

    Gotta love when a podcast can make you want to collect something you’ve never been into collecting! Host is vibrant and upbeat! My husband is a big TMNT fan and because of him and ToysonTap, I am one too!! After all, what’s his is mine right? 🤪 A must listen for beginner and lifetime collectors!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bratkat3k
    United States7 months ago
  • Radtastic

    So much interesting and good info that I was unaware of. Lots of fun reminders of nostalgic info I had forgotten. Great guests! Love the love for small Indy artists!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    brutaldoodles
    United States7 months ago
  • Can’t Wait to listen to them all!

    I’ve been a 3rd shift worker for 26 years now and a toy fanatic for 44. I most of my nights drag on without being able to listen to some cool stuff. This podcast is great they channel my inner child and make my nights fly by. I remember a time when toy collecting and comic reading would get you bullied and made fun of and I love that now as adults we’ve turned it into something more like a community of like minded people who can come together and feel out on things we love. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jpansta81
    United States7 months ago
  • The only toy podcast you need!

    I'm a huge fan of the Toys on Tap podcast! 🎙️ The hosts bring so much enthusiasm and knowledge to each episode, making it a blast to listen to. They cover a wide range of toys, from nostalgic classics to modern favorites, and always have interesting guests. Whether you're a toy collector, a retro gaming enthusiast, or just someone who loves a good chat, Toys on Tap is a great listen. Can't wait for the next episode! 🎧

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ericsilvi87
    United States7 months ago
  • Best podcast

    Literally the best podcast. That's it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    kflfjshahsbxd
    United Kingdom7 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Enthusiastic and knowledgeable hosts that energize conversations.
Solid mix of nostalgia and practical production insights.
Great guests and emphasis on indie artists.
Community-focused, appeals to toy makers and collectors alike.

Chart Rankings

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

Apple Podcasts
#177
France/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#216
Philippines/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#242
Norway/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#245
Belgium/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#249
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep. 299 Toys on Tap w/Okashii Station: From Toy Podcasts to Building a Toy Company
Q: Tell me about the creation of this because the two characters that I'm seeing are licensed and they're wild characters. Break down for me, for my, pardon my endurance, where those characters even come from. And then tell me about the creation of this like marriage into these toys.
Jay Key traces Jumbo Cook to the film Monster Seafood Wars and Princess Dragon Mom to Super Infra Man, explaining how Okashii Station secured the licenses. Jacob Walsh designed the figures to fit the vintage sofubi aesthetic.
Ep. 299 Toys on Tap w/Okashii Station: From Toy Podcasts to Building a Toy Company
Q: Tell me about that whole project because holy crap.
Jacob Walsh explains that Cryptoids grew from the idea of making cryptid characters as if they belonged to an '80s toy line. The team later secured a license for Bat Boy after finding and contacting its rights holders.
Bonus Episode: Depressed Monsters x Toys on Tap: Yerman Is Coming to DesignerCon
Q: What about the glow in the dark? Are we gonna have the glow in the dark available?
Abraham Musto confirms that the glow-in-the-dark and blank variants are expected to be available at DesignerCon, while the flocked version will not be available there.
Bonus Episode: Depressed Monsters x Toys on Tap: Yerman Is Coming to DesignerCon
Q: Introduce yourself, tell us who you are and what you do.
Ryan Brunty says he founded Depressed Monsters around 2012 and has continued developing the brand since then.
Ep. 298 Toys on Tap w/Quzu Critters: What If Every QR Code Had a Monster Inside?
Q: How hard is it to find a factory that does all of these things?
Shark relies on a long-standing contract manufacturer relationship and a network of factories. Electronics and plastic production are familiar processes, while trading cards and assembly require additional sourcing.

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What is Toys on Tap about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on the designer-toy world, spotlighting indie and bootleg art toy makers, sculptors, designers, and creators across resin, vinyl, sofubi, and related scenes. Episodes frequently explore how artists source inspiration, navigate production (from tooling and manufacturing to distribution at conventions), build communities, and monetize small-batch releases through presales, collaborations, and storytelling. Noteworthy elements include deep-dive creator journeys, practical production details, and a strong emphasis on community and collaboration within a DIY-leaning ecosystem that rewards transparency and mentorship. Potential listeners will likely value behind-the-scenes production insights, IP development, and the interconnec... more

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Recent guests on Toys on Tap include:

1. Ryan Brunty
2. Jacob Walsh
3. Jay Key
4. Drew Shark
5. Scott Cherry
6. Neil Ewing
7. Chris Reed
8. Bob Johnson

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