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

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!