All Things Transformers

All Things Transformers

di GeekCast Radio Network, LLC

Animazioni e manga TV e Film

Origins of Eric 'Plow King' on Customizing Transformers

Transformers customizer Eric, known in the community as Plow King, sits down to share his origin story in the fandom. He discusses his history with the franchise, his favorite characters like Jazz and Megatron, his thoughts on the Decepticon cause, and his approach to painting and customizing figures.

Hasbro Transformers Fan Panel Discussion

We break down the recent Hasbro Transformers fan roundtable, covering the Legacy line, future Generation Selects, and the latest Titan class reveal, Cybertron Metroplex. We discuss the shift toward premium metallic paint over vacuum metal for Transmetals, the challenges of rising production costs on retail pricing, and the latest news on BotBots and Machine Wars. We also address fan questions regarding combiner limb compatibility, figure quality concerns like plastic yellowing, and the potential for official base playsets.

Origins of David Wallace aka KalelPrime from TFNation

David Wallace, also known as Kal-El Primal, returns to the show to discuss his history with the Transformers franchise. The conversation covers his early memories of the 1986 animated movie, his perspective on the legacy of the Michael Bay films, and the evolution of the toy collecting landscape. He also shares anecdotes about his interactions with voice actors and his experience interviewing Stan Bush.

Transformers: Beast Wars Issues 13-14 Review

A breakdown of the Cheetor-focused fever dream in issue 13 and the debut of Polar Claw and Saberback in issue 14. We analyze the art styles, the introduction of the Valk as a primary antagonist, and the ongoing mystery of the series' truncated run. The discussion covers the integration of new characters, the creative choices behind the shifting plot, and our rating for both issues.

Transformers Toy News and Industry Updates

A deep dive into recent Transformers product reveals, including discussions on Legacy Galvatron, Laser Optimus Prime, and the Studio Series 86 line. We explore the design differences between Hasbro releases and third-party masterpieces like FansToys Astrotrain. We also cover the Sunbow Marvel Archive's historical production materials and remember voice actor Stephen Keener.

TFCon LA 2022 Recap

We sit down with a fellow fan to discuss their experience attending TFCon LA 2022. We cover the challenges of bringing children to conventions, the importance of fan-run events, and personal highlights from panels like the deep-dive into G1 production scripts. We also touch on safety precautions, networking tips for introverts, and the upcoming schedule for future TFCon stops.

Origins of Charles aka Big C from The Transmissions Podcast

Charles Shelton, known as Big C from the Transmissions podcast, joins the show to discuss his lifelong journey with the Transformers franchise. He recounts his early exposure in the 1980s, the significance of the Marvel comics, and his appreciation for various iterations including Beast Wars, Animated, and IDW's comic runs. The conversation touches on the importance of maintaining a positive attitude within the fandom, the value of collecting transforming figures, and personal favorites like Grimlock and Megatron.

Transformers Legacy, Rise of the Beasts, and BotBots Update

We break down the first look at the Transformers Legacy Leader Class Blitzwing and discuss upcoming wave 4 releases. We also share our impressions of the initial images for the Rise of the Beasts toy line, including Optimus Prime and Optimus Primal. Additionally, we cover the latest TransArt third-party figures and offer our differing perspectives on the BotBots animated series.

Customizing a Beast Wars Megatron Figure

Steve Megatron discusses the process of building a custom Beast Wars Megatron figure based on the Dawn of Future Past comic. He details the search for compatible parts, utilizing War for Cybertron Galvatron and Combiner Wars components, and his techniques for molding and painting. The conversation also covers current Beast Wars comic news from IDW, upcoming plans to review live-action films, and thoughts on the Rescue Bots franchise.

Transformers: The Wild Boy of Quintesson Book Review

We explore a nostalgic 1986 Big Looker storybook, The Transformers: The Wild Boy of Quintesson. This episode examines the book's unique narrative take on the Transformers movie, focusing on its interpretation of Wheelie's origins and its differences from the film's events. We also discuss the ongoing issues with open-box toy packaging and the rise of retail theft impacting collectors.

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