Have you seen this viral eBay scam? We dive deep into the latest and scariest threat facing online sellers: the rise of AI-generated scam photos. Buyers are using artificial intelligence to create convincing images of "damaged" items to demand refunds, even keeping the original, undamaged product—sometimes even sending back a random item like a VHS tape or a box of pasta!We discuss the viral sports card scam example, the frustrations of dealing with unhelpful customer service, and why the current system unfairly sides with new buyer accounts over established sellers. Plus, we compare eBay's high transaction fees (which can exceed 18% when all costs are factored in) with the lower-fee, higher-trust model of alternative marketplaces like BrickLink.What are your experiences? Have you been scammed as a seller or buyer? Drop a comment below and let us know!Connect with the Idiots:☎️ Leave a question, comment, or show idea on our new FITT Voicemail line: (732) 800-19770:00:45 Welcome0:05:30 The eBay Guarantee Just Cost Me $310:10:55 The New AI Generated Damage Scam0:15:10 Trading Card Seller Shows AI Scam Example0:18:19 Why Sellers are Leaving eBay for Rogue 5 Toys0:28:56 How LEGO BrickLink's Low-Fee, Honest Model Works0:33:40 The Truth About High eBay Seller Fees0:37:20 Why eBay Must Implement AI Detection Software0:41:55 Rogue 5 Toys & FITT Patreon0:44:37 Wrap Up#ebayscam #AIScams #ToyCollecting #eBayScamAlert #ChatGPT #GoogleGemini #Grok #eBayFees #eBaySeller #BrickLink #TradingCards #ActionFigures #ToyCollectingCommunity #eBayFraud #FiveIdiotsTalkingToys #FITT #OnlineSellingTips #SellerProtection #VintageToys #toycollectors #LEGO #CAS #AFA #OpenAI #GrokAI-----------------------🫶 Support our #podcast through Patreon, and get early access to #toycollection previews, exclusive #starwarsactionfigures video content like Rated-R collector episodes AKA "Five Idiots After Dark" & our regular episodes before the public: https://patreon.com/FiveIdiotsTalkingToys👍🏼 All the FITT links: http://fiveidiotstalkingtoys.com/👕 FITT Merch Shop ~ T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Hats, Stickers & more for #toycollectors!Shop now: https://five-idiots-talking-toys.myspreadshop.com/🤖 Buy #toys & #collectibles with us at "Rogue Five Toys": https://www.facebook.com/groups/roguefivetoys

In this episode of Wins and Wiffs, the Five Idiots unpack their latest collectible acquisitions and one major grading disappointment! The drama starts with a discussion of the shockingly low 75+ grade and high shipping cost for a rare, sealed 1979 Alien board game, sparking a debate on grading service consistency. The guys also share their "wins," including a haul of valuable Stompers vehicles for a patron, the new Star Wars Cobb Vanth Lego set, a vintage Star Wars storybook, a McFarlane DC figure (and the Mattel license swap), and a high-grade Hobbit comic. We also launch our new voicemail line!☎️ Leave a question, comment, or show idea on our new FITT Voicemail line: (732) 800-19770:00 - Cold Open: Quitting the Podcast & Snow Day Woes0:49 - McFarlane Super Friends & DC License Talk9:50 - Lego Star Wars Cobb Vanth and Speeder11:34 - Rare Vintage Stompers Vehicles15:30 - Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back Storybook18:30 - The Hobbit Comic (1989) CGC 9.820:44 - The WIFF: 1979 Alien Board Game Grading Disaster31:50 - Introducing the FITT Voicemail Line!#GradingWhiff #AlienBoardGame #Stompers #StarWarsLego #McFarlaneToys #DCComics #ToyCollecting #CGC #VintageToys #FiveIdiotsTalkingToys #FITT #Podcast #TheHobbit #CobbVanth #actionfigures-----------------------🫶 Support our #podcast through Patreon, and get early access to #toycollection previews, exclusive #starwarsactionfigures video content like Rated-R collector episodes AKA "Five Idiots After Dark" & our regular episodes before the public:https://patreon.com/FiveIdiotsTalkingToys👍🏼 Follow us on social media! Get all the FITT links (Facebook, Instagram, collectibles, merch, giveaways & more):http://fiveidiotstalkingtoys.com/👕 FITT Merch Shop ~ T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Hats, Stickers & more for #toycollectors!Shop now: https://five-idiots-talking-toys.myspreadshop.com/🎧 Download and subscribe to the #vintagestarwars pod!• YouTube (video show): https://www.youtube.com/@FiveIdiotsTalkingToys• Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/FiveIdiotsTalkingToysSpotify• Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/FiveIdiotsTalkingToysApple🤖 Buy #toys & #collectibles with us at "Rogue Five Toys": https://www.facebook.com/groups/roguefivetoys

The Galaxy's Edge rumors are true! The Five Idiots dive into the massive changes officially announced for Star Wars: Galaxy's Edge at both Disneyland and Disney World. Disney is expanding the timeline to incorporate the Original Trilogy!Official Disney Parks Blog Announcement: https://disneyparksblog.com/dlr/star-wars-galaxys-edge-timeline-expands-at-disneyland/The discussion covers the official Disney Parks announcement (7:04) and details which classic characters, such as Darth Vader, Han Solo, and Luke Skywalker, are heading to Batuu (8:09). We also connect these major park changes to the new leadership at Lucasfilm, specifically Dave Filoni (4:20), and analyze why these updates make strong fan and financial sense for the company (10:49). Are you excited for the Original Trilogy characters to arrive? Let us know in the comments!☎️ Leave a question, comment, or show idea on our new FITT Voicemail line: (732) 800-1977Timestamp Chapter List0:00 - Cold Open: The Theme Park Topic0:37 - Welcome & Tonight's Topic: Galaxy's Edge Changes1:17 - How often do the FITT hosts visit Disney Parks?3:16 - The RUMOR: Original Trilogy Characters are Coming4:20 - Could Dave Filoni be influencing the change?7:04 - OFFICIAL CONFIRMATION: Disney Parks Blog Announcement8:09 - Which Original Trilogy Characters Are Arriving?8:40 - Catering to the New vs. Classic Star Wars Fans10:49 - The Economics of Disney Parks: Who is Spending the Money?14:32 - More Official Details: Music and Cantina Band16:28 - Final Thoughts & Outro#GalaxysEdge #DisneyParks #GalaxysEdgeUpdate #StarWarsOriginalTrilogy #DisneyParksNews #disneyparksblog #StarWars #FITT #Disneyland #DisneyWorld #StarWarsToys #DarthVader #HanSolo #LukeSkywalker #DaveFiloni -----------------------🫶 Support our #podcast through Patreon, and get early access to #toycollection previews, exclusive #starwarsactionfigures video content like Rated-R collector episodes AKA "Five Idiots After Dark" & our regular episodes before the public:https://patreon.com/FiveIdiotsTalkingToys👍🏼 Follow us on social media! Get all the FITT links (Facebook, Instagram, collectibles, merch, giveaways & more):http://fiveidiotstalkingtoys.com/👕 FITT Merch Shop ~ T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Hats, Stickers & more for #toycollectors!Shop now: https://five-idiots-talking-toys.myspreadshop.com/🎧 Download and subscribe to the #vintagestarwars pod!• YouTube (video show): https://www.youtube.com/@FiveIdiotsTalkingToys• Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/FiveIdiotsTalkingToysSpotify• Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/FiveIdiotsTalkingToysApple🤖 Buy #toys & #collectibles with us at "Rogue Five Toys": https://www.facebook.com/groups/roguefivetoys

The Five Idiots return for another episode of Wins and Wiffs! This week, the gang unearths some serious treasure. The wins include a rare haul of Uruk-hai figures scored from a Lord of the Rings Lego set, a beautiful high-grade The Hobbit comic, and a popular Logan Paul WWE Elite Collection wrestling figure (a family win!). Brandon also shows off an incredible custom "Toxic Limbs" Bosk figure gifted by a fan, which sparks a fun debate about what should qualify for the "Win of the Year" board. But not everything goes right: Charles shares his "wiff" of a valuable, sealed Lego Lord of the Rings set that arrived crushed in the mail after a long shipping delay from Canada, leading to a discussion on shipping and refunds.☎️ Leave a question, comment, or show idea on our new FITT Voicemail line: (732) 800-19770:00 - Cold Open0:37 - Welcome to Wins and Whiffs!4:11 - The Hobbit Comic #2 (CGC 9.8) Win5:31 - Epic Lord of the Rings Lego Figure Score8:08 - WWE Logan Paul Elite Wrestling Figure10:11 - Toxic Limbs Bossk Gift15:21 - The Wiff: Crushed in Shipping18:25 - Final Thoughts & Outro#LegoLordOfTheRings #LoganPaul #wweactionfigures #WWE #WWF #TheHobbitComic #FITT #FiveIdiotsTalkingToys #Lego #WrestlingFigures #StarWarsCustom #ToyCollecting #CollectibleHaul #CustomToys #ActionFigures #thehobbit #LordOfTheRings #wweelite-----------------------🫶 Support our #podcast through Patreon, and get early access to #toycollection previews, exclusive #starwarsactionfigures video content like Rated-R collector episodes AKA "Five Idiots After Dark" & our regular episodes before the public:https://patreon.com/FiveIdiotsTalkingToys👍🏼 Follow us on social media! Get all the FITT links (Facebook, Instagram, collectibles, merch, giveaways & more):http://fiveidiotstalkingtoys.com/👕 FITT Merch Shop ~ T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Hats, Stickers & more for #toycollectors!Shop now: https://five-idiots-talking-toys.myspreadshop.com/🎧 Download and subscribe to the #vintagestarwars pod!• YouTube (video show): https://www.youtube.com/@FiveIdiotsTalkingToys• Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/FiveIdiotsTalkingToysSpotify• Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/FiveIdiotsTalkingToysApple🤖 Buy #toys & #collectibles with us at "Rogue Five Toys": https://www.facebook.com/groups/roguefivetoys

The Five Idiots dive into the seismic news shaking the Star Wars galaxy: Kathleen Kennedy's official exit as head of Lucasfilm. We discuss her legendary career, the fan reaction to recent content, and the high hopes for a transition of leadership to Dave Filoni, new President of Lucasfilm.☎️ Leave a question, comment, or topic idea on our new FITT Voicemail line: (732) 800-1977Plus, we provide an update on the polarizing world of modern collectible prototypes, debating whether the flood of high-priced, multi-colored Star Wars Retro Collection figures are legitimate factory samples or factory reruns designed to scam high-end collectors. This leads to a fiery discussion about the ridiculously high buyer fees and shipping costs at auction houses like Hakes!0:00 - Cold Open: Continuing the Prototype Saga0:29 - Welcome & Show Format0:40 - Prototypes Update: Are Modern Star Wars Retro Figures Real or Fakes?4:40 - Factory Control & The "Rerun" Scam Theory11:18 - Collector Warning: Why You Should be Careful Bidding12:11 - Kathleen Kennedy Steps Down as Head of Lucasfilm12:30 - Kennedy's Incredible Career vs. Recent Star Wars Content16:51 - Side Rant: The Insane Shipping Costs from Hakes Auction18:55 - Discussing Kennedy's Massive Movie Filmography (E.T., The Goonies, Schindler's List)22:40 - Why Star Wars Needs a Change in Leadership26:15 - The Han Solo Movie Mistake & Missing Obi-Wan and Lando Projects31:55 - Dave Filoni: Is He the Right Person to Steer the Star Wars Ship?38:51 - The Necessity of Theatrical Star Wars Movies43:52 - Wrap-Up & Outro#KathleenKennedy #DaveFiloni #StarWarsNews #Lucasfilm #StarWarsPrototypes #ToyCollecting #StarWarsRetro #FITT #FiveIdiotsTalkingToys #Podcast #MovieNews #StarWarsCanon #Disney #ETTheExtraTerrestrial #TheGoonies #SchindlersList #SoloAStarWarsStory #BackToTheFuture #StarWarsMovies #ET #StarWarsTheForceAwakens #StarWarsTheLastJedi #StarWarsTheRiseOfSkywalker #RogueOneAStarWarsStory #JurassicPark #TheSixthSense #TheColorPurple #WhoFramedRogerRabbit #CapeFear #Gremlins-----------------------🫶 Support our #podcast through Patreon, and get early access to #toycollection previews, exclusive #starwarsactionfigures video content like Rated-R collector episodes AKA "Five Idiots After Dark" & our regular episodes before the public:https://patreon.com/FiveIdiotsTalkingToys👍🏼 Follow us on social media! Get all the FITT links (Facebook, Instagram, collectibles, merch, giveaways & more):http://fiveidiotstalkingtoys.com/👕 FITT Merch Shop ~ T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Hats, Stickers & more for #toycollectors!Shop now: https://five-idiots-talking-toys.myspreadshop.com/🎧 Download and subscribe to the #vintagestarwars pod!• YouTube (video show): https://www.youtube.com/@FiveIdiotsTalkingToys• Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/FiveIdiotsTalkingToysSpotify• Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/FiveIdiotsTalkingToysApple🤖 Buy #toys & #collectibles with us at "Rogue Five Toys": https://www.facebook.com/groups/roguefivetoys

The Five Idiots return for another episode of Wins and Wiffs, showcasing their latest, most coveted collectible pickups! This week, the gang unearths some serious treasure, including a sought-after, high-value fantasy LEGO set, a rare, high-value '80s robot find — secured for a lucky patron, and a mint-condition vintage figure from a galaxy far, far away. We also check out a beautiful, high-grade fantasy comic book, and Shane shares some enchanting Funko POP and a charity sports hat. The conversation kicks off with a deep dive into the current state of the collecting world and a much-anticipated update on Chris's new tattoo.☎️ Leave a question, comment, or show idea on our new FITT Voicemail line: (732) 800-19770:00 - The State of Toy Collecting0:40 - Welcome to Wins and Wiffs!2:13 - Lego Lord of the Rings Shelob Attacks Set 94704:51 - Wicked Funko POPs & Charity Hat8:17 - Graded The Hobbit Comic (CGC 9.8)10:06 - RARE 1984 Voltron Lion Bot14:20 - Vintage Star Wars Yoda Figure16:48 - No Wiffs & Wrap-Up#Voltron #LegoLOTR #wickedforgood #funko #funkopops #wickedpops #StarWarsVintage #FITT #FiveIdiotsTalkingToys #VintageVoltron #StarWarsYoda #TheHobbitComic #hobbit #thehobbit #ToyCollecting #CollectibleHaul #ActionFigures #LegoLordOfTheRings #1984Toys #wicked -----------------------🫶 Support our #podcast through Patreon, and get early access to #toycollection previews, exclusive #starwarsactionfigures video content like Rated-R collector episodes AKA "Five Idiots After Dark" & our regular episodes before the public:https://patreon.com/FiveIdiotsTalkingToys👍🏼 Follow us on social media! Get all the FITT links (Facebook, Instagram, collectibles, merch, giveaways & more):http://fiveidiotstalkingtoys.com/👕 FITT Merch Shop ~ T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Hats, Stickers & more for #toycollectors!Shop now: https://five-idiots-talking-toys.myspreadshop.com/🎧 Download and subscribe to the #vintagestarwars pod!• YouTube (video show): https://www.youtube.com/@FiveIdiotsTalkingToys• Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/FiveIdiotsTalkingToysSpotify• Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/FiveIdiotsTalkingToysApple🤖 Buy #toys & #collectibles with us at "Rogue Five Toys": https://www.facebook.com/groups/roguefivetoys

In this episode of Five Idiots Talking Toys, the crew dives into one of the most controversial topics in the action figure community: Is opening a sealed, vintage toy an unforgivable sin?The debate is fierce! We discuss the collector who compared opening a Mint on Card (MOC) figure to "poaching ivory," and we go around the table to see how each idiot feels about breaking the seal on classics like Vintage Star Wars figures, including the dilemma of busted blisters, rare Tri-Logo cards, and the famous Last 17 figures. Plus, we explore how different communities like LJN Wrestling collectors handle the "open or sealed" question and the complicated process of restoring figures (bleaching and yellowing plastic!).Join the discussion! We want to hear from you in the comments: What’s your line? Would you open a $300 figure if the card was already trashed?☎️ Leave a question, comment, or show idea on our new FITT Voicemail line: (732) 800-1977Find us on your favorite podcast app!0:00:00 - Intro & Channel Shoutouts0:03:00 - The Vintage Toy Opening Controversy0:05:55 - The "It's Yours, Do What You Want" Argument0:09:45 - When Does Package Damage Make it Okay to Open? (Star Wars Examples)0:14:45 - The Expensive Tri-Logo & B-Wing Pilot Dilemma0:17:45 - Open vs. Sealed in Other Hobbies (LJN Wrestling)0:25:05 - The Dangers of Restoring Figures (Bleaching & Peroxide)0:29:40 - Modern Toys are Yellowing Too!0:30:08 - Final Thoughts & Outro#toycollectingcontroversy #openorsealed #vintagetoysdebate#StarWarsToys #ActionFigureCollecting #MOC #LJNwrestling #VintageStarWars #FiveIdiotsTalkingToys #Collectibles #ToyPodcast #YellowingActionFigures-----------------------🫶 Support our #podcast through Patreon, and get early access to #toycollection previews, exclusive #starwarsactionfigures video content like Rated-R collector episodes AKA "Five Idiots After Dark" & our regular episodes before the public:https://patreon.com/FiveIdiotsTalkingToys👍🏼 Follow us on social media! Get all the FITT links (Facebook, Instagram, collectibles, merch, giveaways & more):http://fiveidiotstalkingtoys.com/👕 FITT Merch Shop ~ T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Hats, Stickers & more for #toycollectors!Shop now: https://five-idiots-talking-toys.myspreadshop.com/🎧 Download and subscribe to the #vintagestarwars pod!• YouTube (video show): https://www.youtube.com/@FiveIdiotsTalkingToys• Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/FiveIdiotsTalkingToysSpotify• Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/FiveIdiotsTalkingToysApple🤖 Buy #toys & #collectibles with us at "Rogue Five Toys": https://www.facebook.com/groups/roguefivetoys

The Five Idiots are back for another episode of Wins & Wiffs of the Week! We share our most recent pickups and collecting blunders across the toy world.This week, Charles lands a massive Lord of the Rings LEGO set (9472) win which has tripled in value since its release, and John shows off a great condition Rambo: The Force of Freedom figure with a very satisfying action feature. But the real highlight is Shane's new 25,000-in-1 HDMI Arcade Machine—the ultimate space-saving retro gaming console!Finally, Charles brings the wiff with a hilarious story of falling for a fake Star Wars Gunship set on eBay. Plus, a hot take on whether collectors are actually building any of their LEGO sets!In this episode, you'll see:▶︎ Lord of the Rings LEGO investment wizardry▶︎ Rambo: The Force of Freedom figure action features▶︎ The ultimate 2-player retro arcade machine for your TV▶︎ Falling for a Star Wars knock-off LEGO set on eBayLet us know your wins and wiffs from this week in the comments!0:00 Intro & Toy Show Chat6:36 Win: Lord of the Rings Attack on Weathertop LEGO 94729:57 Win: Rambo: The Force of Freedom Figure13:13 Win: 25,000-in-1 HDMI Arcade Machine21:35 Wiff: Fake Star Wars LEGO Gunship25:55 The Hot Take: Do We Really Build Our LEGOs?#LegoWiff #RamboForceOfFreedom #PandoraBox #ToyCollecting #ActionFigureCollecting #RetroArcade #StarWarsLego #LordOfTheRingsLego #LotR #LotRLEGO #FITT #fiveidiotstalkingtoys #WinsAndWiffs-----------------------🫶 Support our #podcast through Patreon, and get early access to #toycollect ion previews, exclusive #starwarsactionfigures video content like Rated-R collector episodes AKA "Five Idiots After Dark" & our regular episodes before the public:https://patreon.com/FiveIdiotsTalkingToys👍🏼 Follow us on social media! Get all the FITT links (Facebook, Instagram, collectibles, merch, giveaways & more):http://fiveidiotstalkingtoys.com/👕 FITT Merch Shop ~ T-Shirts, Hoodies, Mugs, Hats, Stickers & more for #toycollectors!Shop now: https://five-idiots-talking-toys.myspreadshop.com/🎧 Download and subscribe to the #vintagestarwars pod!• YouTube (video show): https://www.youtube.com/@FiveIdiotsTalkingToys• Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/FiveIdiotsTalkingToysSpotify• Apple Podcasts: https://tinyurl.com/FiveIdiotsTalkingToysApple🤖 Buy #toys & #collectibles with us at "Rogue Five Toys": https://www.facebook.com/groups/roguefivetoys