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Triple Takeover Toycast

Triple Takeover
Transformers
Toy Collecting
Hasbro
Megatron
Beast Wars
Transformers One
Studio Series
Cybertron
Takara
Optimus Prime
G1 Transformers
Diaclone
Animation
Missing Link
Transformers 1
Micromasters
Orion Pax
Beast Wars Neo
Toy Design
Sunstreaker

Welcome to the Triple Takeover Toycast — a fun and informative fortnightly podcast all about Transformers and other amazing toy lines. From vintage rarities and prototypes to modern releases, cartoons, comics, and films, your hosts Sixo, Liam, Jason and Maz dive deep into toy history and pop culture with passion, humour, and plenty of nostalgia — plus the occasional special guest.

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With Missing Link Ironhide having just been fully unveiled, there's a lot to talk about. Perhaps more than any other release in the TakaraTomy line, this one has defied fan expectations and delivered something that no one could have predicted by enti... more

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Released at a time when Transformers were already firmly on the wane after six years on toy shelves, 1990's Action Masters were Hasbro's attempt at 'rebooting' the line by bringing back familiar A-list characters and delivering them in more 'action f... more

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This episode is the opposite of our Hidden Gems discussion. Rather than bigging up amazing Transformers toys that nobody mentions, we're re-assessing former releases which are already well known — but not in a good way. These are the perceived stinke... more

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Q-Transformers is a 2014 Japanese exclusive line centred around being both a homage to and a spin-off from Takara's own classic Choro-Q line of super-deformed cars (known as Penny Racers in the West). Except here, the central gimmick isn't a pull-bac... more

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Recent Guests

Nick Roche
Transformers comic artist and designer
IDW Publishing; Freelance Artist
Episode: From Concept to Shelf: Sandstorm, Springer, and Nick Roche
James Roberts
A prominent Transformers comic writer known for his work on 'More Than Meets The Eye'
Episode: Transformers Marvel UK Revisited (with James Roberts)
Stephen King
Head of Animation for ILM Sydney and Animation Supervisor on Transformers One.
Industrial Light & Magic
Episode: Animating Transformers One (with Industrial Light & Magic)
Amy Beth Christenson
Art Director and Lead Character Designer for Transformers One.
Industrial Light & Magic
Episode: Animating Transformers One (with Industrial Light & Magic)
Alex Fry
Compositing Supervisor.
Industrial Light & Magic
Episode: Animating Transformers One (with Industrial Light & Magic)
Brian Parrish
Designer at Hasbro with over 25 years of experience in toy design and production
Hasbro
Episode: The Design of Transformers Collaborative (with Hasbro's Brian Parrish)
Jason Scheier
Production designer for Transformers 1
Transformers 1 film
Episode: The Production Design of Transformers One (with Jason Scheier)
Josh Cooley
Director of Transformers One, known for his work with Pixar
Pixar
Episode: Making Transformers One (with Josh Cooley & Lorenzo di Bonaventura)
Lorenzo di Bonaventura
Producer of Transformers One, instrumental in the franchise's development
Paramount Pictures
Episode: Making Transformers One (with Josh Cooley & Lorenzo di Bonaventura)

Hosts

Liam
Co-host of the Triple Takeover Toycast, part of the regular quartet
Sixo
Co-host of the Triple Takeover Toycast, known for in-depth knowledge on Transformers and toy history
Jason
Co-host and participant in lively discussions about toys and collecting
Maz
Host of the Triple Takeover Toycast, part of the regular quartet

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 257 ratings
  • Robots in Disguise

    Podcast Addict
    5
    JDAX311
    5 months ago
  • Great pod

    AMAZING PODCAST! Thanks for making this stuff and please continue to make it. Loving the pod!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Myauntwonthecoloringcontest
    United Kingdom9 months ago
  • More than meets the eye

    Podcast Addict
    5
    JDAX311
    a year ago
  • Brilliant!

    What a brilliant podcast, with a perfect team! Learning so much about the best toys Ever! Keep up the great work lads 👍🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TruckerDugg
    Australia2 years ago
  • Fantastic Podcast

    The lads are great fun and always a laugh!

    Absolutely fantastic podcast - ChrisCarnage_

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chris__Carnage
    Australia2 years ago

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Listeners praise the trio's passion and knowledge, noting chemistry and approachable banter.
Fans love deep-dive discussions that stay entertaining and grounded in toy history.
Many appreciate the community feel and invite for patron support, feeling like part of the crew.
Some listeners mention the show makes them want to buy more toys, reflecting strong enthusiasm.
Quality production and well-researched topics are frequently highlighted as a strength.

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Apple Podcasts
#247
United Kingdom/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#165
Australia/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#142
New Zealand/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#187
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Apple Podcasts
#206
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Apple Podcasts
#212
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Q-Transformers: Takara's Adorable Choro-Q Homage
Q: What's your dream crossovers or collaborations that would elevate QTF collecting?
They expressed enthusiasm for crossovers like Hello Kitty and Evangelion, noting that licensing variety adds collectible appeal while also sparking joy for fans who remember and reexperience these licenses in toy form.
Q-Transformers: Takara's Adorable Choro-Q Homage
Q: If there were more reissues, which post-G1 line would you pick for revival?
The group leaned toward Beast Wars for restoration economics and appeal, with caveats about chrome chrome-chipping and the complexity of large molds; there was also curiosity about Animated and RID lines getting attention in reissues, highlighting a nostalgia-driven demand for bigger lines from that era.
Transformers: The Hottest Head Sculpts
Q: Do you think Transformers should go towards newer designs instead of sticking with mainly G1 or G1ing older designs?
Yes, new interpretations of characters could be exciting while still celebrating aspects of G1.
Henkei! Henkei! Transformers — Takara's Mid-2000s Masterclass
Q: If you could choose the next missing Link toy, what would it be?
The hosts suggested possible missing link toys including the Datsuns, Soundwave, and Rodimus Prime.
Henkei! Henkei! Transformers — Takara's Mid-2000s Masterclass
Q: What beast wars or beast machines bots would you like to see get updated?
The hosts discussed various Transformers figures they would like to see updated, with choices spanning from characters like Polar Claw to Jetstorm.

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A warm, humorous panel discussion focused on Transformers and a wide array of toy lines, from vintage rarities to modern releases. Episodes cover collecting culture, market dynamics, packaging quirks, and design histories, with deep dives into nostalgia, con appearances, and the social aspects of building a community around toys. The show stands out for its conversational camaraderie, expert knowledge, and willingness to treat niche topics with both rigor and playful banter, making it engaging for both hardcore collectors and casual fans.

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Recent guests on Triple Takeover Toycast include:

1. Nick Roche
2. James Roberts
3. Stephen King
4. Amy Beth Christenson
5. Alex Fry
6. Brian Parrish
7. Jason Scheier
8. Josh Cooley

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