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Name That…Bomb Surprise

Name That…Bomb Surprise

I suspect this might be a reused mold, but I don’t think it is.

December 18, 2012 | By | Reply More
The AFB Podcast Episode 41: What’s On Your Watchlist?

The AFB Podcast Episode 41: What’s On Your Watchlist?

Episode FORTY ONE of the AFB Podcast is live at iTunes and is now available for direct downloadDownload and subscribe to the podcast at iTunes now! 


Join Scott, Justin Adam, and Ben from the AFB Forum for Episode Forty One of the Action Figure Blues Podcast! The AFB Podcast is a weekly look at action figures, statues and other collectibles from the worlds of comic books and pop culture.

Episode Forty One includes our fun roundtable discussion – “What’s On You Watchlist?” – where we reveal those items that elude us, tempt us and confuse us on eBay! 

We also have the next answer and clue in the “Name That….” Audio Game run by our friend Engineernerd from TV & Film Toys!

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Forty One here now! Click on the link to listen, or right click to save the file! The podcast will always be available from the “Podcast” tab here – but if you can subscribe and give us positive ratings at iTunes, that will help us greatly!

Have a listen, and please give us some feedback at podcast@actionfigureblues.com – we might even read out your feedback on the next show!

Happy listening!

December 14, 2012 | By More
Name That…Big Feet

Name That…Big Feet

I’ve noticed a decline in Bigfoot sightings in recent years. This makes me sad.

December 13, 2012 | By | 1 Reply More
Riddles for the Ring Lego Set

Riddles for the Ring Lego Set

I love Lego. However, since they aren’t the main focus of my collection, I tend to stay away except for the occasional clearaence item or the blind bagged minifigures. I was extremely happy when I saw this set was coming and nabbed it the first time I saw it. This is the Riddles for the […]

December 12, 2012 | By | 3 Replies More
Name That…Fancy Phone

Name That…Fancy Phone

Phones used to be a lot different not too many years ago. Mickey Mouse phones just aren’t as coveted as they once were.

December 11, 2012 | By | 1 Reply More
Dwalin the Dwarf Heroclix

Dwalin the Dwarf Heroclix

If you have been listening to the Action Figure Blues Podcast, you may have heard me hand out an infamous AFB Red Card to the Dark Knight Rises Heroclix. I figured after that, I’d give them a second chance. That and when I saw “The Hobbit” package at the register it was an impulse buy. […]

December 10, 2012 | By | 3 Replies More
Name That…Mane & Tail

Name That…Mane & Tail

Why do people think anime characters with tails are cute?

December 6, 2012 | By | 1 Reply More
Sponsored Post: DASH Has Gifts For You!

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December 5, 2012 | By | Reply More
Geeks for Tots in Full Swing!

Geeks for Tots in Full Swing!

  Geeks for Tots is back again this year! Help spread the word and encourage others to give at this time of year by sending them to check them out. Toy collectors out there, get giving and you might win: Win Toys For Helping Tots with Geeks for Tots! That’s right everyone, it’s that time […]

December 5, 2012 | By | Reply More
Name That…Random Toy Gun Violence

Name That…Random Toy Gun Violence

Okay. That title may be just to grab search results. But hey, if you are new here, make a guess what figure this gun came with. No prizes, just display your action figure awesomeness.

December 4, 2012 | By | 1 Reply More
The AFB Podcast Episode 40: Marvel Select Ultron / Broken Promises

The AFB Podcast Episode 40: Marvel Select Ultron / Broken Promises

Episode FORTY of the AFB Podcast is live at iTunes and is now available for direct downloadDownload and subscribe to the podcast at iTunes now! 


Join Adam, Eli and Ben from the AFB Forum for Episode Forty of the Action Figure Blues Podcast! The AFB Podcast is a weekly look at action figures, statues and other collectibles from the worlds of comic books and pop culture.

Episode Forty includes our Toy of the Week Feature on the Marvel Select Ultron Action Figure, and our discussion on “Broken Promises” – those lines or toys that just didn’t live up to what they promised. 

We also have the next answer and clue in the “Name That….” Audio Game run by our friend Engineernerd from TV & Film Toys!

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Forty here now! Click on the link to listen, or right click to save the file! The podcast will always be available from the “Podcast” tab here – but if you can subscribe and give us positive ratings at iTunes, that will help us greatly!

Have a listen, and please give us some feedback at podcast@actionfigureblues.com – we might even read out your feedback on the next show!

Happy listening!

November 29, 2012 | By More
Name That…Rat Tail

Name That…Rat Tail

This dude is sporting a totally tubular rat tail.

November 29, 2012 | By | 1 Reply More
Name That…Red Specs

Name That…Red Specs

These aren’t Sally Jesse’s glasses.

November 27, 2012 | By | Reply More
Name That…Bulky Dude

Name That…Bulky Dude

This guy looks ready to rassle. Can you identify this figure? Start guessing….  

November 22, 2012 | By | 1 Reply More
Top 25 Playsets of All Time on UnderScoopFire

Top 25 Playsets of All Time on UnderScoopFire

I was really hyped to be working with Howie over at UnderScoopFire on another toy list. This time however, we put together something different, a list of the Top 25 Playsets of all time. To even it out we gathered a great panel including: Dave – host of the GI Joe podcast Flag Points and vintage toy aficionado […]

November 21, 2012 | By | Reply More
The AFB Podcast Episode 39: Bowen Captain America Action Statue / The AFB Challenge

The AFB Podcast Episode 39: Bowen Captain America Action Statue / The AFB Challenge

Episode THIRTY-NINE of the AFB Podcast is live at iTunes and is now available for direct downloadDownload and subscribe to the podcast at iTunes now! 


Join Ben, John and Scott from the AFB Forum for Episode Thirty Nine of the Action Figure Blues Podcast! The AFB Podcast is a weekly look at action figures, statues and other collectibles from the worlds of comic books and pop culture.

Episode Thirty Nine includes our Toy of the Week Feature on the Bowen Designs Captain America Action Statue, and the very first AFB Challenge – listen as John sets a Trivia Game that Ben and Scott must compete in – and only one will emerge the victor! Whatever the outcome, this much is certain – the AFB Podcast will never be the same! 

We also have the next answer and clue in the “Name That….” Audio Game run by our friend Engineernerd from TV & Film Toys!

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Thirty Nine here now! Click on the link to listen, or right click to save the file! The podcast will always be available from the “Podcast” tab here – but if you can subscribe and give us positive ratings at iTunes, that will help us greatly!

Have a listen, and please give us some feedback at podcast@actionfigureblues.com – we might even read out your feedback on the next show!

Happy listening!

November 21, 2012 | By More
Name That…Racket

Name That…Racket

No, it’s not a money making scheme. Just a plain old tennis racket.

November 20, 2012 | By | 1 Reply More
Name That…Bot Dude

Name That…Bot Dude

Robot Head Does Not Compute.  

November 15, 2012 | By | 3 Replies More
Sponsored Post: Win HALO Figures!

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November 14, 2012 | By | Reply More
Action Figure Blues Podcast

Action Figure Blues Podcast

I wanted to post today to plug the Action Figure Blues Podcast. Why? Well, because I’m one of the rotating co-hosts, that’s why. If you are a regular visitor to the site, you would know that I’ve been contributing an audio “Name That” for some time. I’ve actually been a host for some time now, […]

November 14, 2012 | By | Reply More