Jimmy Mac sits down with Terry Taylor, owner of 1313 Mockingbird Lane Toys and Collectibles in Lawrence, KS. They talk about Black Friday, changing buying habits, small business pressures, customer service, shoplifting trends, hiring challenges, and the future of independent retail. Terry explains how the store has adapted since opening in 2017. He talks about the impact of COVID, the rise of online buying, local community support, and how they build a welcoming space for every visitor.

They also talk about Terry’s staff and how each person helps keep the store running. Terry shares stories about building a workplace that values people, strong customer interaction, and the fun and strange moments that come with running a toy and collectibles shop in a busy college town.

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Their YouTube channel is at / @mockingbirdlanetoys

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On this eerie edition of 1313 Mockingbird Lane on Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes back regular guest Terry Taylor, owner of 1313 Mockingbird Lane Toys & Collectibles in Lawrence, Kansas.

Terry shares spine-tingling stories of haunted happenings inside his one-of-a-kind toy and collectibles shop — from mysterious movements on the shelves to strange sounds after dark. Whether you’re a believer in the paranormal or just love a good ghost story, this episode delivers the perfect mix of nostalgia, mystery, and Halloween fun.

Visit 1313 Mockingbird Lane Toys & Collectibles:

Website: https://www.1313mockingbirdtoys.com/

Facebook: / 1313mockingbirdks

Instagram: / 1313mockingbirdks

YouTube: / @mockingbirdlanetoys

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In this spooky edition of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac welcomes Terry Taylor, owner of 1313 Mockingbird Lane Toys & Collectibles in Lawrence, KS. Together, they dive into their favorite Halloween traditions and how the season is celebrated at 1313.

Topics include:

Classic Halloween movies like It’s the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown, Session 9, May, and Ginger Snaps

The 1313 Halloween Contest and fan-favorite decorations

Shopping for Halloween décor

The annual Zombie Walk in Lawrence—now in its 18th year!

Connect with 1313 Mockingbird Lane Toys & Collectibles:

Website: https://www.1313mockingbirdtoys.com/

Facebook: / 1313mockingbirdks

Instagram: / 1313mockingbirdks

YouTube: / @mockingbirdlanetoys

Get ready for nostalgia, frights, and a little fun as Halloween takes center stage!

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Join host Jimmy Mac on Road Gang Radio as he welcomes back friend of the show Terry Taylor, owner of 1313 Mockingbird Lane Toys & Collectibles in Lawrence, KS!

Terry shares what it takes to prepare for their Halloween Pop Up, from eerie collectibles to spooky displays that bring fans from all over. Whether you’re a horror fan, toy collector, or just love Halloween, this interview will get you in the spooky spirit!

Learn more about 1313 Mockingbird Lane:

Website: 1313mockingbirdtoys.com

Facebook: facebook.com/1313mockingbirdks

Instagram: instagram.com/1313mockingbirdks

YouTube: Mockingbird Lane Toys

Located in Lawrence, KS

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On this episode of Road Gang Radio, host Jimmy Mac sits down with Terry Taylor, owner of 1313 Mockingbird Toys, to dive into the vintage, the valuable, and the downright wild world of toy collecting. This edition of Buy, Sell, Trade or Keep is all about “The Thing”—from classic action figures to cult collectibles. Whether you’re a lifelong collector or just curious what those old toys in your attic might be worth, Terry brings the insight, humor, and hot takes.

Tune in as they talk market trends, nostalgia, and the stories behind some of the weirdest and rarest finds in toy collecting today.