Smugglers' Galaxy: A Star Wars Collecting Podcast

#270: Toy Industry Crossovers, Indie Toys, Funko Decline with Jordan Ghastly


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Join hosts Glen and Jason with special guest, Jordan Ghastly, the ultimate toy hunter and collector! In this keyword-rich episode, we dive deep into the biggest debates and trends shaping the current toy collecting landscape.


What's Inside This Episode:


Toy Industry Crossovers: Are massive brand collaborations a creative low point, or is the industry evolving? We continue our discussion on the state of mainline toy creativity.


The Rise of Indie Toy Companies: How are small-scale independent creators and custom toy makers filling the frustrating gaps left by major brands?


Funko Pop! Viability: We analyze the recent decline in Funko's popularity, market saturation, and the company's long-term business viability.


Scalper Frustrations: We vent about our hunt for high-demand items.


Star Wars Deep Dive: We discuss Emperor Palpatine in The Rise of Skywalker and celebrate the legacy of Life Day.


Behind the Scenes: Jordan shares insider stories from his time working at the renowned Center for Puppetry Arts.


Tune in for the definitive take on toy collecting, Star Wars lore, and market trends!

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