Transformers University - a TFU.INFO Podcast

Returning to the Marvel US comics for the first time in a while, we catch up with Blaster and Goldbug as they encounter The Mechanic, Decepticon Triple Changers, Scraplets, and more! Plus, The Salty Seaman takes us on a ride through the Car Wash of Doom! Be sure to catch The Salty Seaman on his … Continue reading Episode 93 – Marvel Comics Issues #28-31 →

The Transformers toy line saw a dramatic shift in 1987, with a number of gimmicks and play features brought on to breathe new life into the brand. We’ll break down 1987’s Autobots, their features and play patterns and listen in on the commercials that tried to sell them to the world. Please like and subscribe … Continue reading Episode 92 – 1987 Toy Line: Autobots →

It is the year 1987. Transformers transitioned into a new phase in its history as the TV show came to an end and the world began to move on from the brand. We’ll set the stage for what the world was like in 1987 by looking at moments in history, sports, and entertainment. Please like … Continue reading Episode 91 – 1987 →

Wrapping up our long tour through the year 1986, Ant reflects on the importance of the year that brought us many standout characters and of course, Transformers: the Movie. Please like and subscribe wherever you listen to this show. Please subscribe to TFU.INFO on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/tfuinfo Catch us on social media: Twitter – http://www.twitter.com/TFU_INFO … Continue reading Episode 90 – The Legacy of 1986 →

In this episode, we take a deep dive into a set of early drafts of the Transformers: the Movie script by Ron Friedman. What made it into the final film? And more importantly, what was cut out? Do you know about the Anibots, Dragon Beast, or Ingestor? You will after listening to this episode! Follow … Continue reading Episode 89 – Transformers: the Movie – Draft Scripts →

Wrapping up Season 3 for 1986, we take a look at 3 more episodes of the original Transformers cartoon. From the amazing animation of “Call of the Primitives,” to the sci-fi world building of “The Face of Nijika,” to Rodimus Prime’s spiritual journey in “The Burden Hardest to Bear.” Plus, we’ll take a dive into … Continue reading Episode 88 – G1 Season 3 Episodes 26-28 →

The new Transformers series from Netflix drops on July 30th, 2020! Get your inside look into the show and what to expect in this review. The first half or so is a NON-SPOILER review of the series, before we get into some SPOILER details. But don’t worry, I’ll give you plenty of time to punch … Continue reading TFU News and Views 39 – Netflix Transformers War for Cybertron: Siege Review →

The 2020 Transformers Collaborative figures have left many fans happy, sad, excited, and confused for a number of reasons. In this episode we break down just what happened with the TF Collaborative Back to the Future and Top Gun figures and examine what the future may hold for the line after Gigawatt and Maverick. Please … Continue reading News and Views 0038 – The Future of Transformers Collaborative →

With some of the wildest color schemes and rarest figures, we head to Brazil, Argentina, Venezuela, and Peru to check out South American Transformers toys. Just how many different versions of Bumblebee were available? What is Optimus vs. Malignus? And just how do you say, “Jipe?” Pick up a copy of this mini series on … Continue reading Episode 87 – 1986 South American Toylines →

We head to the UK one last time for 1986 to check out the Christmas issue (in July!) and the 1986 Annual. We learn about “The Gift,” that Jetfire has, follow a hacker into a Decepticon computer, and learn the SUPER IMPORTANT story of “State Games,” featuring the origin of Megatron! Pick up a copy … Continue reading Episode 86 – Marvel UK #93 & 1986 Annual →