Hoodcast AF is back with Episode 306, and this time Jonathan Fallen and Tommy Toys are joined by a special guest from the Knife Party podcast, Zach! Chizzle sits this one out, but don’t worry, he still manages to get himself heard when the phone call comes through.

The boys go deep on movies, pop culture, and all the shit worth talking about, including the latest Spider-Man insanity surrounding Spider-Man: Brand New Day. With the movie now out and making serious noise at the box office, there’s plenty to argue about, praise, shiz-talk, and dissect.

Then the conversation takes a hard turn into the world of buying and selling collectibles. Toy shows, Comic-Cons, flea markets, negotiating, making deals, knowing when to walk away, and all the dirty little tricks that come with trying to get the best price—or squeeze the most money out of something you’re selling.

Fallen, Tommy Toys, and Zach break down the unwritten rules of the collectible hustle, share some real-world experiences, and get into the tactics people actually use when money and toys are on the table.

And of course, because this is Hoodcast AF, the conversation eventually goes completely off the rails.

Movies. Toys. Pop culture. Buying. Selling. Haggling. Scheming. Chizzle calling in from the sidelines. And three dudes talking way too much shiz.

Episode 306 is another straight-up Hoodcast episode. You know what you’re getting.

Tune in, turn it up, and prepare for some crazy shiz.

The Hoodcast is BACK to basics, baby—and this time, we’re getting SQUISHY.

Episode 305, NEEDO JAM, brings the one and only Tommy Toys into the Hoodcast universe after years of talking about this dude. Tommy has crossed paths with everybody: Fallen, Mikey V Town, Cobra, Chizzle—hell, Tommy calls Chizzle “Chucky.” Whatever you wanna call him, the man is finally HERE.

And he’s bringing the NeeDoh knowledge.

What the hell is a Needoh? Why are grown-ass adults standing in lines for weird sensory squish toys? Why are stores getting raided like there’s a PS5 shortage? And why the hell are people acting like these things are the last toys on Earth?

Tommy Toys knows.

And this episode is an absolute BARN BURNER.

Fallen, Chizzle, and Tommy go completely off the rails as Hoodcast returns to its roots: toys, collectibles, pop culture, stupid shit, questionable conversations, and enough nonsense to make you wonder how we ever got 305 episodes into this.

We talk Needohs, collecting, the toy game, and a whole lot of shit that has absolutely nothing to do with toys.

Including the absolutely insane story surrounding the fart that allegedly killed the audience at the new Spider-Man: Brand New Day.

Nobody actually died. THANK GOD. But apparently somebody brought an ass to the theater that was more powerful than the MCU.

And that’s just the beginning.

Plus, Tommy Toys has a Needoh song. That’s right. A full-blown Needo JAM. Unfortunately, you’re not getting the full performance on the regular episode.

You want the practice version?

That’s AFTER SHOW territory.

Head over to the Patreon if you want to hear Tommy Toys drop the Needo anthem that you didn’t know you needed.

NEEDOH JAM. EPISODE 305.

Tommy Toys is finally on Hoodcast AF.

The Hood is open.

The Needohs are squishy.

And we’re fucking wilding out again.

Hoodcast AF. Back to basics. Back to stupid. Back to fun.

You’re gonna love every damn minute of it.

San Diego Comic-Con has come and gone, and if you were expecting Jonathan Fallen and Chizzle to shower this year’s reveals with praise… think again.

Episode 304 dives headfirst into the biggest SDCC ‘26 action figure announcements, and the guys aren’t pulling any punches. From underwhelming Star Wars reveals to toy lines that left collectors scratching their heads, this year’s convention gets the full Hoodcast treatment. Sure, there are a few bright spots—especially some of the WWE reveals that actually impressed them—but for the most part, it’s an all-out roast of what many collectors waited all year to see. Recent SDCC showcases included major Hasbro Star Wars reveals and a strong lineup of Mattel WWE figures, giving the crew plenty of ammunition for both praise and criticism. (LaughingPlace.com⁠)

As always, the toy talk is only the beginning. Expect plenty of side tangents, laughs, arguments, random chaos, and the kind of off-the-wall conversations that only Hoodcast AF can deliver.

If you’re a collector who’s been wondering whether SDCC 2026 lived up to the hype—or just want to hear two guys absolutely tear into the biggest reveals of the year—this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

Hoodcast AF Episode 304: SDCC ’26. The reveals are in… and the verdict isn’t pretty.

Chizzle and the Fallen go down memory lane and shed insight on this past episode. New stories and banter.

Every podcast has an origin story, and this week, Hoodcast AF goes back to the beginning.

After a call from listener D. Rotten, Jonathan Fallen and Chizzle take a trip down memory lane, sharing the moments that sparked their love for recording, radio, and eventually podcasting. Jonathan talks about making homemade recordings on cassette tapes as a kid, including one surprisingly dark and bizarre story about a clown in a confessional. For something created by an 11-year-old, it’s unexpectedly wild, proving that some people were just born to entertain.

Chizzle shares his own early broadcasting adventures, revealing how he’d secretly record stories and skits onto his mom’s answering machine without her knowing. It’s a nostalgic look back at the DIY days before podcasts existed, when imagination was all you needed.

Of course, this is still Hoodcast AF, so the conversation shifts into the latest collectible news. The guys break down the recent Pokémon card price controversy, discussing GameStop’s markup before Nintendo stepped in, leading to prices being lowered. They also cover the latest reveals from McFarlane Toys and other collectible news from around the hobby.

And then… the friendship is tested.

Chizzle boldly declares that Friends is a better sitcom than Seinfeld, prompting Jonathan Fallen to immediately tell him to “get the F out of here”—and this time, he actually means it. It’s one of the funniest debates the show’s had in a while.

Less chaos than usual, but no shortage of laughs, nostalgia, and collectible talk. Whether you’ve been listening since day one or you’re just discovering Hoodcast AF, Episode 303 is a fun look at where it all began—and where it’s headed next.

Forget everything else—this week, it’s all about Pokémon!

Chizzle and The Fallen dedicate an entire episode to the world’s biggest trading card game, diving headfirst into the upcoming Pokémon Celebration releases, what has collectors hyped, and whether the newest products are worth chasing. They also take a nostalgic trip through classic Pokémon sets, memorable pulls, and the cards that helped create the hobby we know today. The highly anticipated Pokémon TCG 30th Celebration products are also on the radar, including the newest announcements and why they’re already generating massive buzz among collectors. 

Of course, no Pokémon discussion would be complete without tackling the never-ending battle against scalpers. From empty shelves to outrageous resale prices, the guys vent about the state of the hobby, share their own experiences, and debate what can be done to keep Pokémon fun for everyone.

The laughs don’t stop there. Fan-favorite segments return with a Pokémon twist, including the return of Missed Connections, where every awkward encounter, collector story, and hilarious situation somehow circles back to Pikachu, Charizard, or that one guy buying every ETB in sight.

Whether you’ve been collecting since Base Set or just ripped your first pack yesterday, this episode is packed with nostalgia, opinions, stories, and Hoodcast-style chaos that every Pokémon fan will appreciate.

Catch Hoodcast AF Episode 302: “It’s All About the Pokémon!”

Gotta catch ’em all… Hoodcast style.

This week on Hoodcast AF, we’re celebrating two birthdays at once. It’s the Fourth of July, America’s 250th birthday, and somehow, by pure coincidence and impeccable timing, it’s also the six-year anniversary of Hoodcast AF. That’s right—six years of collectibles, chaos, arguments, and questionable life decisions.

So for Episode 301, the crew goes back to basics.

Jonathan Fallen and Chizzle dig into one of those viral collector posts claiming to reveal the “seven signs you’re maturing as a collector.” Is it wisdom? Is it gatekeeping? Is it complete and utter bullshit? The guys break down every point, using it as a launching pad to talk about their own collecting journeys—the highs, the lows, the regrets, the grails, and where they find themselves as collectors today.

It’s an old-school Hoodcast episode in all the best ways.

And while CobraDad may no longer be sitting behind the microphone, he’s absolutely there in spirit. In fact, there are a few moments where you can almost hear exactly what he’d have to say about some of these takes.

Of course, it wouldn’t be Hoodcast without diving headfirst into the latest collectible insanity. The crew covers action figures, trading cards, industry drama, acquisitions, and the bizarre news surrounding the Toys “R” Us brand and its sale to NECA in Canada. Plus, the guys reveal their latest pickups, and let’s just say the recent acquisitions segment goes off the rails in spectacular fashion.

To cap off this patriotic and podcasting milestone, the show ends the only way Hoodcast knows how: with one of the most gloriously terrible renditions of the national anthem ever committed to tape—courtesy of D-Generation X from WrestleMania. Which WrestleMania? Honestly, who gives a shit. It’s awful, it’s amazing, and it’s the perfect way to celebrate six years of Hoodcast AF.

Happy birthday, America.

Happy birthday, Hoodcast.

Let’s raise some hell.

Step right up and enter the mysterious world of Willy Wankerhand, as Jonathan Fallen takes a hilarious and nostalgic trip back through one of the strangest episodes ever recorded. In this special retrospective, Jonathan interrupts, comments on, and provides behind-the-scenes insight into the legendary parody episode where he transformed into the eccentric Willy Wankerhand—a not-so-subtle riff on the iconic candy maker who believes the true magic doesn’t happen in the factory…it happens in the backroom of Target.

For years, collectors have whispered about the mythical Target stockroom: a secret wonderland where all the rare action figures, exclusives, and impossible-to-find collectibles are hidden away from the public. In this classic episode, Willy Winkerhand opens the golden doors and takes listeners on a guided tour through the mysterious backroom, revealing where the “good toys” supposedly live and why employees always insist, “There’s nothing back there.” Willy Wonka inspired generations of fantastical storytelling, making him the perfect template for this collector-centric parody.

Along the way, Jonathan breaks down the creation of the parody songs, shares memories from recording sessions, and reveals what was happening behind the scenes during some of the episode’s most absurd moments. Joining him for the chaos are the original co-conspirators, Mikey V-Town and BC Zack, whose contributions helped turn this bizarre concept into a fan-favorite episode packed with jokes, collector lore, and complete insanity.

Expect musical numbers, collector conspiracies, forgotten stories, unexpected interruptions, and enough shenanigans to fill an entire Target stockroom. Whether you experienced Willy Winkerhand the first time around or are discovering this madness for the very first time, this retrospective proves one timeless truth: somewhere, somehow, the good toys are always “in the back.”

Three hundred episodes. We never thought we’d get here, but somehow we did.

Episode 300 is a milestone for HoodCast AF, and while Jonathan Fallen and Chisel are here to celebrate, this moment is bittersweet. CobraDad should have been here with us. His presence is felt throughout this episode, and we take time to remember our friend while thanking everyone who has supported the benefit events and donated to Cobra’s family. The HoodCast Nation has shown what this community is all about, and we couldn’t be more grateful.

After that, it’s back to the chaos you’ve come to expect. We break down the controversy surrounding Pokémon theme singer Jason Page and the story of how he allegedly screwed over a young fan, then dive headfirst into the latest action figure and collectible news. As always, the conversations go completely off the rails with the laughs, arguments, and unfiltered commentary that made HoodCast AF what it is.

Three hundred episodes down… and we’re just getting started.

Be sure to watch the full video version on YouTube, or listen wherever you get your podcasts. Thank you for sticking with us through every laugh, every rant, and every unforgettable moment. Here’s to the next 300.

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The Hoodcast crew returns for Episode 299, and things get heavy right out of the gate. Chizzle and Fallen reflect on the passing of CobraDad, sharing memories, stories, and the impact he had on the Hoodcast universe. But just when you think the emotional rollercoaster is slowing down, another unexpected piece of saddening news drops, reminding everyone that life can change in an instant.

After paying their respects, the show shifts into what Hoodcast does best—collectible chaos. The crew dives into the latest toy and collectible news, including the newly revealed G.I. Joe Cobra Commander, fresh figure announcements, collectibles that have everyone talking, and the usual debates that somehow spiral completely off the rails.

As always, serious moments quickly give way to laughter, questionable opinions, random tangents, and the kind of unfiltered conversations that could only happen on Hoodcast AF. One minute it’s toy news, the next it’s complete madness—and somehow it all makes sense.

It’s emotional. It’s ridiculous. It’s Hoodcast AF.

Episode 299: God Thinks You’re an Idiot — a tribute, a toy show, and a train wreck all rolled into one. Tune in and join the ride. 🎙️🔥

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