Tag: AFB Podcast

The AFB Podcast Episode 74: SDCC 2013 / Deep Fried Figures Mechawhale

The AFB Podcast Episode 74: SDCC 2013 / Deep Fried Figures Mechawhale


Episode SEVENTY-FOUR 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, Eli, Ben and Tom for Episode Seventy-Four 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.

This week we look at the highlights and lowlights of the news from SDCC 2013, and then special guest  Tom from Freak Studios had our Toy of the Week, and he chooses the Deep Fried Figures Mechawhale, based on the creations by Hauke Scheer!

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Seventy-Four 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! 

The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!

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!





July 29, 2013 | By More
The AFB Podcast Episode 73: Hasbro Star Wars AT-AT / The Decline of the Movie Tie-In Action Figure

The AFB Podcast Episode 73: Hasbro Star Wars AT-AT / The Decline of the Movie Tie-In Action Figure


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


Join John, Justin and Ben for Episode Seventy-Three 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.

This week our Toy of the Week is the Hasbro Mega Star Wars AT-AT, and our discussion topic is The Decline of the Movie Tie-In Action Figure Line. 

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Seventy-Three 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! 

The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!

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!



July 18, 2013 | By More
The AFB Podcast Episode 71: Funko Designer Reis O’Brien!

The AFB Podcast Episode 71: Funko Designer Reis O’Brien!

Episode SEVENTY-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 Eli, Scott, Adam and John for Episode Seventy-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.

This week our guest is Funko Designer Reis O’Brien! Reis is the creator of the fantastic Walking Dead Blind Box Figures, and also of his own line, the Obvious Cause of Death Ghosts! Reis is fantastic guy and you’re going to love our chat!

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Seventy-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! 

The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!

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!


July 4, 2013 | By More
The AFB Podcast Episode 70: Bowen Captain Marvel / The AFB Challenge!

The AFB Podcast Episode 70: Bowen Captain Marvel / The AFB Challenge!

Episode SEVENTY 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, Ben and John for Episode Seventy 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.

This week our Toy of the Week is the Bowen Designs Action Captain Marvel Statue – sculpted by Joseph Menna – and then we play another round of that great Toy Trivia Game – The AFB Challenge!

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Seventy 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! 

The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!

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!



June 27, 2013 | By More
The AFB Podcast Episode 68: Bandai Monster Arts King Kong / Greatest Toy Line Ever Series: The Muppets

The AFB Podcast Episode 68: Bandai Monster Arts King Kong / Greatest Toy Line Ever Series: The Muppets

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


Join John, Ben and Eli for Episode Sixty Eight 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.

This week our Toy of the Week is the Bandai Monster Arts King Kong Action Figure, and our discussion topic is the next in our Greatest Toy Line Ever Series: The Muppets!  For this segment we’re joined by Mike from The Traumatic Cinematic Show!

Please note: Due to time constraints there is no enhanced podcast this week. 

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Sixty-Eight 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! 

The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!

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!





June 20, 2013 | By More
The AFB Podcast Episode 69: Turbo Charged Toys of the Week!

The AFB Podcast Episode 69: Turbo Charged Toys of the Week!

Episode SIXTY 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, Adam, Scott and Justin for Episode Sixty 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.

This week our Toy of the Week is Turbo Charged – we each take on a favourite – see the pic below for some clues!

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Sixty-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! 

The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!

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!



June 20, 2013 | By More
The AFB Podcast Episode 67: Vertigo Cover Girls Death Statue / Listener Feedback

The AFB Podcast Episode 67: Vertigo Cover Girls Death Statue / Listener Feedback

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


Join Eli, Scott and John for Episode Sixty Six 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.

This week our Toy of the Week is the DC Collectibles Vertigo Cover Girls Death Statue, and our discussion topic is  Listener Questions! We had a great time answering them!


It’s worth noting that this episode contains a bit more ripe language than normal. If you usually listen to the show on speakers at work, it might be wise to use headphones this time! 🙂

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Sixty-Seven 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! 

The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!

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!



June 9, 2013 | By More
The AFB Podcast Episode 66: Regular Show Toys / Blind Box and Bag Goodness

The AFB Podcast Episode 66: Regular Show Toys / Blind Box and Bag Goodness

Episode SIXTY SIX 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, Ben, Justin and John for Episode Sixty Six 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.

This week our Toy of the Week is the Jazwares Regular Show Mordecai and Digby Action Figures, and our discussion topic is  “Blind Box and Bag Toy Goodness”.

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Sixty-Six 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! 

The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!

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!




June 2, 2013 | By More
The AFB Podcast Episode 65: Rapid Fire Reviews / Kenner Super Powers

The AFB Podcast Episode 65: Rapid Fire Reviews / Kenner Super Powers

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


Join John, Scott and Adam for Episode Sixty Five 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.

This week our Toy of the Week is a set of Rapid Fire Reviews, and our discussion topic is the next in our “Greatest Toyline Ever Series: Kenner’s Super Powers.

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Sixty-Five 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! 

The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!

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!




May 27, 2013 | By More
The AFB Podcast Episode 62: Marvel Select Rhino / Female Action Figures

The AFB Podcast Episode 62: Marvel Select Rhino / Female Action Figures

Episode SIXTY TWO 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, Ben and Justin for Episode Sixty Two 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.

This week our Toy of the Week is the Marvel Select Rhino Action Figure, and our discussion topic is Female Action Figures – we talk about the good, the bad and the frequently very ugly of ladies in toy form!

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Sixty-Two 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! The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!


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!






May 25, 2013 | By More
The AFB Podcast Episode 63: Dark Knight Returns Batman / Exclusives: Who Needs ‘Em?

The AFB Podcast Episode 63: Dark Knight Returns Batman / Exclusives: Who Needs ‘Em?

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


Join Eli, Justin and John for Episode Sixty Three 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.

This week our Toy of the Week is the Mattel Dark Knight Returns Batman Action Figure, and our discussion topic is Exclusives – Who Needs ‘Em?

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Sixty-Three 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! The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!


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!




May 25, 2013 | By More
The AFB Podcast Episode 64: Walking Dead Michonne / Pre-Orders

The AFB Podcast Episode 64: Walking Dead Michonne / Pre-Orders

Episode SIXTY FOUR 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, Scott and Adam for Episode Sixty Four 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.

This week our Toy of the Week is the McFarlane Toys Walking Dead Michonne Action Figure, and our discussion topic is The Pros and Perils of Pre-Ordering.

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Sixty-Four 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! 


The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!

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!



May 25, 2013 | By More
The AFB Podcast Episode 61: Crowdfunded Toy Projects

The AFB Podcast Episode 61: Crowdfunded Toy Projects

Episode SIXTY 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, Ben and John for Episode Sixty ONEof 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.

We’re spending this episode looking at Crowdfunded Toy Projects, and talking to the people behind two successfully funded Kickstarter Projects – Todd from the Legendary Monsters Action Figure Line and the team from the super-cute PapaBehr USB Toy. 

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Sixty-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! The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!

NOTE: There is no enhanced podcast this week. sorry!

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!




April 28, 2013 | By More
The AFB Podcast Episode 60: Premium Format Storm / GI Joe Con 2013 / Flash of Two Worlds Statue

The AFB Podcast Episode 60: Premium Format Storm / GI Joe Con 2013 / Flash of Two Worlds Statue

Episode SIXTY 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, Ben and John for Episode Sixty 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.

This week Ben takes a look at the Sideshow Premium Format Storm Figure as our Toy of the Week, John visits the 2013 G.I. Joe Con, and Scott looks at the DC Direct Flash of Two Worlds Statue in honour of the life of Carmine Infantino.

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Sixty 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! The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!

NOTE: There is no enhanced podcast this week. sorry!

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!



April 25, 2013 | By More
The AFB Podcast Q&A Episode 4: Adam!

The AFB Podcast Q&A Episode 4: Adam!

It’s time for another one-on-one conversation with one of the AFB Podcast Hosts, and this time around it’s the turn of everyone’s favourite “Westy” – Adam Douglas!
You can download Episode 4 of the AFB Q&A – an interview with Adam “Wes…

April 25, 2013 | By More
The AFB Podcast Episode 59: SH Figuarts Perfect Cell / Terrible Toyhood Traumas

The AFB Podcast Episode 59: SH Figuarts Perfect Cell / Terrible Toyhood Traumas

Episode FIFTY-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 Adam for Episode Fifty-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.

This week Adam takes a look at the SH Figuarts Perfect Cell Action Figure as our Toy of the Week, and then the crew discusses “Terrible Toyhood Traumas” – and re-live some of the mishaps and misfortunes that befell some of their childhood toys. You may not look at some of our hosts the same again!

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Fifty-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! The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!

NOTE: There is no enhanced podcast this week. sorry!

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!



April 8, 2013 | By More
The AFB Podcast Episode 58: MOTUC Ram-Man / Toy Packaging

The AFB Podcast Episode 58: MOTUC Ram-Man / Toy Packaging

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


Join John, Scott and Justin for Episode Fifty-Eight 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.

This week Justin takes a look at the Masters of the Universe Ram-Man as our Toy of the Week, and then we take in-depth look at the “The Outer Shell” – Toy and Statue Packaging!

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Fifty-Eight 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! The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!


NOTE: There is no enhanced podcast this week. sorry!

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!




April 5, 2013 | By More
The AFB Podcast Episode 57: Funko Pop Vinyl Ghost Rider / Toy History of Deadpool

The AFB Podcast Episode 57: Funko Pop Vinyl Ghost Rider / Toy History of Deadpool

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


Join Eli, Scott, Adam and John for Episode Fifty-Seven 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.

This week John takes a look at the Funko Pop Vinyl Ghost Rider as our Toy of the Week, and then we take in-depth look at the Toy History of Marvel’s Deadpool!

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Fifty-Seven 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! The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!

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!






March 23, 2013 | By More
The AFB Podcast Episode 56: Bowen Scarlet Witch / Marvel Legends Hit Monkey Wave

The AFB Podcast Episode 56: Bowen Scarlet Witch / Marvel Legends Hit Monkey Wave

Episode FIFTY-SIX 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, Justin and Scott for Episode Fifty-Six 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.

This week Scott takes a look at the Bowen Designs Scarlet Witch Variant Statue as our Toy of the Week, and then we take in-depth look at the Marvel Legends Hit Monkey Wave!

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Fifty-Six 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! The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!

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!



March 21, 2013 | By More
The AFB Podcast Episode 55: Medicom Alphonse Elric / Greatest Toyline Ever Contender #1: G.I. Joe

The AFB Podcast Episode 55: Medicom Alphonse Elric / Greatest Toyline Ever Contender #1: G.I. Joe

Episode FIFTY-FIVE 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, John and Ben for Episode Fifty-Five 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.

This week Ben takes a look at the Medicom Alphonse Elric (Full Metal Alchemist) Action Figure as our Toy of the Week, and then we start the search for the Greatest Toy Line in History with our first contender: G.I. Joe!

If you can’t use iTunes, you can download Episode Fifty-Five 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! The AFB Podcast is also on Stitcher Radio!

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!





March 12, 2013 | By More