The Reluctant Adult Podcast

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Toy Fair and Balanced Coverage of the Week's Top Action Figure Stories Mar 10, 2025

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After a whirlwind week of Toy Fair festivities, toy companies are ready for some much-needed rest and relaxation. Meanwhile, collectors just want to know who will be making Batman their action figures in 2026. Plus, how *glow* can they go? Is Hasbro planning a Real Ghostbusters Ecto Glow re-release? And, two thumbs up! WWE Thumb Wrestlers are back in stores and fans want to know what’s a head. Get to work! I want to see my face in that horse's ass. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Toy Fair Turmoil! Mattel Muscles DC Action Figure License Away From Spin Master and Todd McFarlane Mar 03, 2025

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Mattel cashes in, reclaiming the DC master toy license from Spin Master. But what does this mean for the Toddfather and his Batmanagerie? Plus, the future of Playmates Toys hinges on a 30-year-old TV show. Can AI make 90’s Power Rangers palatable to the Skibidi Toilet generation? And, NECA scrapes the bottom of the mutagen canister, resorting to just making shit up for their Ninja Turtles line. I can't believe I ate the whole thing. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Leaked Photos Reveal Alternate Future Where Hasbro Didn't Fumble Startling Lineup Toy Revival Feb 24, 2025

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Hasbro's Starting Lineup fumble secures the struggling toymaker's place in the Hall of Shame; after leaked photos reveal canceled Major League Baseball and NFL prototypes. Plus, Jack Black gets his own action figure that will likely haunt the toy aisle right through clearance season. And, speaking of haunting, Spirit Halloween reveals their own Ghostbusters Ghost Trap, complete with fog and rubber gloves. Marriage is like a coffin, and each kid is another nail. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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With Their Maximum Marvel Legends Spider-Man Action Figure, Hasbro Pushes Collectors to Their Spending Limit Feb 17, 2025

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Maximum Marvel Legends Spider-Man battles his arch nemesis Sticker Shocker! When do toys become too expensive to collect? Plus, Walmart sets sale for crazy town, slashing prices to the bone. And, Nacelle updates fans on the status of their Star Trek toys after Master Replica sets phasers to “huh?” Ay, Caramba! It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Mutant Dinosaurs and a Small Orange Thing Invade Super Bowl LIX Feb 10, 2025

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Jurassic World Rebirth and The Fantastic Four: First Steps drop new trailers featuring mutant dinosaurs and a teeny tiny Thing. Plus, the Power Rangers join TikTok, because the brand is clearly being run by unpaid interns at this point. And, Spin Master hopes to attract new fans with their DC Metal Force action figures. Once again, I must sugar my own churro. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Hasbro Deploys New G.I. Joe Classified Action Figures Feb 03, 2025

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Hasbro deploys reinforcements with a slew of new GI Joe reveals, including the Cobra S.N.A.K.E. Battle Armor. Who wouldn’t want to get all up in that thing? Plus, Funko channels their inner Polly Pocket with a new Bitty Pop! Bitty Box collection. And, Lumon can keep their finger traps and waffle parties, Severance action figures are the only incentives that would motivate our “innies.” USA A-Okay! It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Power Rangers Tag Playmates, Teasing Re-Ignition Toy Line Jan 20, 2025

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Power Rangers tag Playmates in Re-Ignition tease. That’s what she said. Plus, Funko gives Real Ghostbusters fans a more affordable alternative to Mondo’s 1:12 collectibles. And, Hasbro goes all out with Maximum Marvel Legends Spider-Man, but conveniently forgets to mention the price. Don’t make me run. I’m full of chocolate! It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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TikTok Runs Out of Time, Action Figure Photographers Grant AI Unconditional Use of Their Work In Perpetuity Throughout the Universe Jan 13, 2025

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As American content creators come to grips with TikTok’s impending demise in the States, action figure photogs are gleefully surrendering their own work to the AI robots that will soon replace us all. Plus, Hot Toys fans give the company’s upcoming Deadpool & Wolverine Human Torch figure a lukewarm reception. And, better late than never! Rattrap joins Takara’s Masterpiece Beast Wars Transformers collection. The ventriloquist goes to heaven, but the dummy doesn't. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Less Is More for NECA’s Action Figure Mystery Boxes Jan 06, 2025

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NECA alters the deal. Pray they don't alter it further. Either NECA is running out of mystery box product or they think collectors don’t know money good. Plus, a glimmer of hope for Power Rangers fans as rumors swirl about a new home with Paramount. And, The Batman sequel delayed. Aquaman recast as Lobo. It’s good to see James Gunn bring stability to the DC Universe. I, for one, welcome our new insect overlords. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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ROSS Saves Christmas with Super7 Ultimates Action Figures Dec 24, 2024

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Toy collectors celebrate another successful ROSS Con, filling their stockings with Super7 Power Rangers, Transformers, and The Simpsons Ultimates action figures. Plus, Trick Or Treat Studios reminds Gremlins fans not to get their new Mogwai props wet — no matter how excited you may be! And, Twisted MEGO Theater presents Disney Store Disaster! This exclusive sold out faster than the Hawk Tuah girl. Oh! It's true! The jar is empty! Oh, my God! We're ruined. Christmas is cancelled. No presents for anyone! It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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