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Triple Takeover Toycast

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

It's a busy old time for new Transformers toys currently, but don't let that stop TakaraTomy. Now they're back with New Legends, a fresh spin on their Japanese equivalent to the Generations line, promising plenty of fun redecos and retools alongside ... more

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Another year of TFNation has come and gone, as the Triple Takeover team celebrates the biggest event of the UK Transformers social calendar with the usual positive vibes. We've just about recovered from the weekend, and now we're here to recap the ex... more

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We're back for a seventh round of Hidden Gems, our popular format where each of us nominates a figure from Transformers history that we feel has been rather overlooked by the fandom at large and now deserves a little more attention. And today, the ch... more

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Way back at the turn of 1980, years before Transformers became a thing, Takara led the way forward for transforming robot toys with Diaclone — all about non-sentient mecha piloted by one-inch figures. The most well-known examples are from the Car Rob... more

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Recent Guests

Nick Roche
Comic artist and writer known for work on Transformers.
Transformers Comic Series
Episode: IDW's Transformers Last Stand of the Wreckers (with James Roberts & Nick Roche)
James Roberts
Comic writer recognized for writing Transformers series such as More Than Meets the Eye.
Transformers Comic Series
Episode: IDW's Transformers Last Stand of the Wreckers (with James Roberts & Nick Roche)
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

Sixo
Host with deep Transformers knowledge and in-depth toy history expertise; co-host and core voice of the show.
Liam
Co-host known for extensive knowledge of Transformers and toy photography; strong rapport with other hosts.
Jason
Co-host contributing lively discussions on toys, collecting, and community dynamics.
Maz
Co-host with focus on collecting history and deep dives into toy lines; often provides curated knowledge.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 264 ratings
  • Robots in Disguise

    Podcast Addict
    5
    JDAX311
    8 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 Kingdoma year 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
    Australia3 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the chemistry and approachable deep-dive style; very passionate and well-informed.
Shows appreciation for community and Patreon-driven content, with recurring guest and sponsor segments.
High production quality and engaging banter with deep toy history insights.
Keeps the hobby approachable for newcomers while rewarding longtime collectors.
The hosts' passion and knowledge shine through; it feels like learning from friends.

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#147
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#140
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Apple Podcasts
#161
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Apple Podcasts
#108
Australia/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#64
New Zealand/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#113
Ireland/Leisure/Hobbies

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Transformers Hidden Gems Vol. 7
Q: Why did you pick the Nemesis Prime as the Hidden Gem over the standard Optimus Prime?
The Nemesis repaint offers a more striking paint layout and is perceived as more distinctive in person, with teal accents and better head/teal highlights that elevate its visual appeal beyond the common Optimus release.
Best Transformers of 2026 (So Far)
Q: From Energon to modern lines, which era do you think offers the best balance of play value and collectibility right now?
The group agrees current lines are offering superb play value with increasingly accessible practical engineering, while also acknowledging that prices strain some budgets; the balance seems to tilt toward newer, well-executed crossovers and mains in the mid-to-upper range that deliver both nostalgia and modern design.
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.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Triple Takeover Toycast

What is Triple Takeover Toycast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on Transformers and a broad range of toy lines, blending deep history with current releases, collecting culture, and pop culture banter. Episodes frequently explore vintage rarities, prototype curios, display and photography tips, cross-brand collaborations, and the broader toy ecosystem, all delivered with humor and camaraderie. A recurring strength is the hosts' chemistry—Sixo, Liam, Jason, and Maz—who mix detailed knowledge with approachable storytelling, occasional guests, and audience-driven segments (like Patreon Q&As). This makes it a compelling listen for serious collectors and casual fans alike, with a clear emphasis on community, education, and enthusiastic discussion that often spills into practical buying, displ... more

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Recent guests on Triple Takeover Toycast include:

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2. James Roberts
3. Stephen King
4. Amy Beth Christenson
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