Pop Collectors Alliance Podcast

EP128 – Whatnot, Con Struggles and More Jun 14, 2023

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Rick and Piper are back to talk about everything Comicpalooza and the team’s experience in Houston, Texas. They also briefly discuss NFT releases and how epic the Adventure Time release was. Additionally, the team talks about a shift in the Funko Market through Whatnot and how gambling on mysteries seems to be the new way to purchase products. They end the episode on a high note with talks about upcoming conventions and what’s in store for the rest of the year.

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EP127 – The Creator Series: JD from the Collecting Heroes Podcast May 25, 2023

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Rick and Piper are back with another amazing Creator Series Podcast featuring special guest JD from the Collecting Heroes Podcast. JD joins the team to talk everything Funko, Funko NFTs, Post-Apocalyptic television and his collecting journey. The team discusses the recent Dark Knight Series NFT release and provides opinions on what was good, bad, and just okay. This episode is filled with great banter, collecting stories, and what drives JD to turn something he loves into a great podcast!

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EP126 – More Mystery Boxes and Pocket Monsters May 17, 2023

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Rick and Piper are back again, but this time with a much more lighthearted episode. The team talks about the new, or should we say, reinvented Funko Fanclub. Will Funko make traction with this version or is it doomed from the start? They also discuss Funko Fusion and how excited they are to see Funko tackle video games once again. Piper talks about Pokémon 151, releasing in Japan on June 16th and all the hype beast excitement. They end on a strong note with Mystery Box talk and everyone’s favorite character….. A.I. Storytime with Mr. Funko!!

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EP125 – The Creator Series: A Funko Tale with Julie May 11, 2023

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Rick and Piper are back this week bringing forth an awesome interview with former Funko design artist, Julie. First, the team kicks off with some brief NFT talk on the Flintstones NFT Release and transitions to the interview of a lifetime. Julie joins the podcast to talk about her time at Funko. Starting as a Plush Designer in 2016 and eventually moving over to the vinyl team, Julie played a vital role in creating TONS of iconic lines at Funko from Cthulhu Plush to DC Funko Pop! Julie shares what it’s like to be part of the Funko team, the interview process, designing lines, crazy licenses, being a collector, and her experience earlier this year during the Funko layoffs. The team is so thankful for Julie’s courage and coming on the podcast to share her message. Thanks again for an amazing interview. Remember there are people behind the PoP!

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Julie’s Portfolio

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EP124 – Introducing Mr. Funko Apr 29, 2023

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Rick and Piper are back with some amazing news and next level content. This week the team talks about bad news from a Lego factory in Mexico, Funko long pause on NFT releases, Rick’s big news on moving BACK TO TEXAS, and Hot Wheels NFTs. Rick and Piper also finally introduce a very special guest, Mr. Funko and what crazy things he’s up to. ChatGPT helps the team out on getting to know what Mr. Funko is all about. Please submit ideas to the team on what you’d like Mr. Funko to get into next. Tune in next week for some more Friends, Funko, and Fun!

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EP123 – Talking That Smish Apr 19, 2023

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Rick and Piper are back to talk everything and anything this episode with NO SHOW NOTES. Rick has a special announcement as to why the team missed recording last week. The team discusses Autographs on Funko Pop!, grading pops, NFT Deals, and ends everything with an interesting discussion on Funko Lines that have succeeded and failed. This unedited ad lib of a podcast is sure to have you lauging and talking all things Funko! Tune in next week for a special guest interview!!

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EP122 – April Fools’ Day Apr 04, 2023

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Rick and Piper are back and on fire talking about an amazing April Fools’ Day in the collecting world. Funko decided to release a super exclusive NFT Freddy Set that had collectors drooling. They discussed how it was great to see Funko come out with something spontaneous, and they would love to see Funko do more of this in the future. Additionally, the team talked about an update to the Mondo Episode and what Brian Mariotti’s announcement means for the future of Mondo Prints. Rick and Piper end it all with some future predictions, some sound advice on valuing old Pop! (Not always by PPG), and a small trip down memory lane and the great products Funko used to offer.

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EP121 – Let’s Talk About Lego Mar 28, 2023

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Rick and Piper are back and ready to talk about all things Lego. They start the episode out with small talk on Funko NFTs and buying strategies. Then discuss some Facebook Figpin drama and what copyright infringement could look like. The team ends the episode with everything Lego. How the company has evolved, Lego’s fan sourcing strategy with Lego Ideas, and how they appeal to niche collectors with an expansive product line up.

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EP120 – Funko’s Rocky Road – Mondo End of an Era? Mar 25, 2023

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Rick and Piper are on fire again with some crazy Funko News. More bad news for employees as Funko decided to lay off key members from Mondo Prints creative team. They also discuss what this may mean for artists in the industry wanting to work for Funko, will it impact current employees, and Funko’s major business strategy transparency problem. Piper and Producer Brandon also stumbled upon what appears to be a critical error in the Funko App and vaulted status of some Pop! And as always, the team talks Funko NFT releases.

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