Arie Kaplan is an award winning author, having an incredible body of work that goes into television, books, comic books video games and even trading cards. It was though the latter and a chance tweet that helped us crossed paths, as Kaplan wrote the text for the back of the Topps ‘Journey of the Child’ set that was released in April of this year. Kaplan was kind enough to give me some time to talk about how his career has come together, how he approaches all the different mediums and how he got to be a part of the phenomenon that is ‘The Child.’

You can find Arie online, and explore his works:

www.ariekaplan.com

Kaplan’s Amazon Author page

Kaplan’s iMDB page

Arie Kaplan is on Twitter @ariekaplan

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Hailing from Napes Florida Daniel Riveron is a sketch card artist for Topps, Upper Deck and Cryptozoic as well as a Middle School art teacher, husband and father. The only way he keeps on top of things is to have great time management and artistic skills. Like many artists I came across his work on Instagram where he showcases a very distinctive greyscale style. You can find Daniel on Instagram @dansketchart

On ETSY: www.etsy.com/shop/dansketchart

Email: [email protected]

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The multi-faceted artist Cameron Tobias joins me again on the program and we catch up on what was going on for him in 2020 before, during and hopefully after this crazy time has ironed itself out. As a Disney parks employee he also talks about the impact the pandemic has had on his place within the ‘Happiest place on Earth, what they are doing for those who have gone back and what it means to visit the park again himself. A great episode I hope you don’t miss.

Based in Orlando, Tobias is on the sketch card rosters of Topps, Rittenhouse & Cryptozoic. A freelance artist, illustrator and graphic designer, he also works in merchandising at Walt Disney's Magic Kingdom.

Instagram: @tobias_art_illustrations

Facebook: Tobias Art Illustrations

https://www.facebook.com/TobiasArtIllustrations

Email: [email protected] for commission inquiries

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In this episode we break down the Mandalorian card releases to date and help you get ready for the cards to come that will feature your favorite beskar bedazzled bounty hunter. Also: An update on the missing hit claim I sent into Topps earlier this month after breaking the Rise of Skywalker Hobby Box and getting only 1/2 hits. Plus checked out a local card shop in the Charlotte area and had fun breaking some old wax packs with a friend of mine, which brings up some good points on the joys of collecting.

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Three guests join me on this episode to talk about the Topps Rise of Skywalker Series 2 release, but the show turned out a little different than planned.

I talk with Fred Avezzano from Death Star Dispatch about finding or not finding the right time to go live with breaks or reviews. We catch up with Steven Stolk who broke his box live on Instagram and help Ross Hollebon open his hobby box.

Plus we find out what to do if your box has missing or damaged cards or hits as I prepare to talk with Topps Customer service on a missing hit from my own box break.

Ross Hollebon

Instagram/Twitter: @rosshollebon

@popstarindy

Steven Stolk, @star_wars_topps_cards on Instagram

Fred Avezzano on the socials on:

Twitter: @FredDeathStar

Instagram @deathstardispatch

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCqsb_6ObItn2H2fltlFLTTw

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Aaron Harris is one half of the Star Wars Reactions Podcast team which means he is no stranger to the microphone. Starting with Rebels and then Resistance Reactions for the Coffee with Kenobi network, he and his co-host, David Modders have taken the show beyond the shows to cover a larger world of Star Wars content.

Along the way, Aaron has also rediscovered his card collecting. We talk about, the podcast, his collection, and what cards he has gotten back into.

You can find Aaron on Twitter:

@taharris121079 or @swreactionspod

On Instagram: @swreactions

His co-host, David Modders @david_modders

Star Wars Reactions on Apple Podcasts:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/star-wars-reactions/id1311165146

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On the program we visit with Stephen (Steve) Brownlie from Glasgow, Scotland. A big Star Wars and movie fan, he began making his own custom trading cards as a cheaper way to seek out autographs by mail, since the shipping and customs fees often dwarfed the cost of the autograph itself. Little by little he began creating more cards of actors who were on the convention circuit and for movies that didn’t have cards of their own. Due to the demand of other folks who liked his creations, he opened up a storefront so people could order more easily. We talk growing up with Star Wars, trading cards and the process of making his own entry into the card universe.

You can find Steve on his on Instagram page: @rayguncards

www.rayguncards.storenvy.com

Facebook

https://www.facebook.com/rayguncards

Total running time: 1:12:34

Interview begins at 10:39

Homestead keeping:

Digicon 2020:

Derek Laufman & Kevin-John Art cards

New podcast outlets: Tune In and Podcast Addict

Celebration memories

Remembering Chadwick Boseman

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On the program we meet, Ethan Howard, who has enjoyed building with LEGO since he was a child. He has taken his passion for bricks and love of Star Wars and created a YouTube channel where he entertains his audience with LEGO info, reviews, and videos of his amazing MOC (My Own Creation) builds.

You can find Ethan on YouTube and his

On Instagram page: @coconutbrickstudios

You Tube Home link:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_izst-aJ3BqPgAhHf9Rwcw

Running time 1:13:13

You can skip by the news if you wish as the interview begins at 19:40

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Brandon is a Senior Designer for Topps, specifically, Lead Graphic Designer for the Star Wars Card Trader digital app. He talks about how images go from files in folders into the packs you chase in the app. We learn about the process, people and what it takes to create digital cards from a Galaxy far, far away.

Brandon is on Twitter & Instagram @stbernard81

In SWCT He is BRANDO_CALRIZN

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Tony & Romeo have a deep passion for the vintage Star Wars toys. Heading up the First Order/Vintage Star Wars Club Instagram page, their fellow collectors and followers have been treated to numerous live streams and video skits that entertain and educate fans on what’s out there, and how not to get scammed. Their latest project takes it to another level, working to create acrylic cases and accessories to protect and display your most precious, or most valuable figures.

(Interview begins at 10:17)

Find Tony Medina online:

On Instagram: @gonkdroid

@thedarksliders @tatsie

Find Romeo Ortiz online:

Instagram @rpg_la

GonkToys

www.gonktoys.com

Instagram/Twitter: @gonktoys

Facebook Gonktoys

(818) 616-4544

Vintage Star Wars Club:

Instagram: @vintagestarwarsclub

Tim Mancinas Art

@mancinasart

www.sithfits.com

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