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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!
By Smugglers' Galaxy : A Star Wars Collecting Podcast4.3
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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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