Episode 34 – Monster High, John Wick, and A24 Action Figures

With Christian on special assignment at Dallas Vintage Toys, Jon is joined by special guest Katie Neuman for a packed and wide-ranging episode.

The show kicks off with Katie’s collecting origin story, from growing up with Polly Pocket and dolls to her current obsessions with Star Wars, wrestling figures, The Princess Bride, and Japanese blind box Smiski collectibles, plus her legendary dislike of Funko Pops, which once inspired a full PowerPoint presentation.

Next, it’s time for the Trust Scale, where Katie breaks down the world of Monster High for Jon, and Jon shares his thoughts on the uncertain future of AEW Jazwares in the wrestling figure space.

From there, the crew dives into a massive New York Toy Fair news roundup, covering reveals and updates from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, McFarlane Toys, G.I. Joe, Marvel Legends Secret Wars, Star Wars, and more.

The episode wraps up with Turn a Movie Into a Toy Line, as Jon dreams up a fully supported John Wick action figure line, while Katie pitches her vision for A24 movie figures made specifically for “nerd boys.”

A fresh voice, big opinions, major toy news, and some of the most creative toy line pitches yet!

Episode 33 kicks off with a catch-up that takes an unexpected turn, including an impromptu toy hunt at the dirt mall where Christian scores Bibleman, and Jon shares a martial arts story that leads to a major realization about the future of his Super7 TMNT collection, and what he ultimately decides to do with it.

From there, the guys dive into Action Figure Moneyball, where they break down hypothetical trades and debate whether multiple figures are worth sacrificing for a single grail, weighing value, rarity, shelf impact, and long-term collecting satisfaction.

Next, it’s a packed figure news segment, covering the latest from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, Star Wars, Transformers, Voltron, Street Fighter, Marvel Legends, NECA Vault boxes, Mondo Superman, and Mezco Nightcrawler, along with what’s worth paying attention to and what collectors should be cautious about.

The episode wraps up with Playset Mount Rushmore, as Jon and Christian debate the greatest playsets of all time before fantasy-booking their own dream playsets. From destruction-heavy battle zones to ultimate collector displays.

Unexpected finds, big collecting decisions, tough trade debates, and pure toy nostalgia! Episode 33 has it all.

Episode 32 kicks off with the debut of Action Figure Fight Federation, our new PPV-style segment where action figures from different universes collide in dream matchups decided by interest, nostalgia, accessories, and pure playground logic. We break down hypothetical show-stealers like He-Man vs Lion-O, Jurassic Park’s Electronic T-Rex vs Trendmasters 1998 Godzilla, Cactus Jack vs Casey Jones, and other cross-universe clashes where the figures, their gear, and their shelf presence matter just as much as the characters themselves.

From there, we dive into the toy news of the week, including the latest Masters of the Universe movie toy reveals and a deep look at Mattel’s new DC announcements, discussing what hits, what misses, and what has collectors paying attention.

We close the episode by laying out our DC collecting plans for the upcoming adult-collector Mattel DC line. From absolute heavy hitters like Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Joker, Darkseid, and Lex Luthor, to must-have supporting players and villains, we go through every character we intend to chase when these figures finally hit shelves.

Big fights, big news, and big DC ambitions. This one sets the table for what Mighty Champions is building next.

Episode 31 of Mighty Champions: Action Figure Radio opens in unexpected territory, with Christian debuting a piece of Sopranos fan fiction and the hosts seriously pondering what a Sopranos action figure line might look like. That quickly turns into a group counseling session, as Jon confronts a full-blown collecting crisis that has him questioning priorities, shelf space, and whether “retirement” from collecting is even possible.

From there, the show moves into On Deck Collection, where both hosts lock in their next collecting targets. Christian sets his sights on assembling a Toy Biz Lord of the Rings collection, while Jon zeroes in on completing Kenner Terminator 2 Series 1, including the elusive Bio-Flesh Regenerator.

The episode then hits Action Figure News of the Week, with discussion around the newly released Masters of the Universe movie trailer and fresh reveals, including MAFEX Bruce Wayne and Clark Kent.

To close things out, Jon and Christian put their turtle knowledge to the test with an OG Playmates Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles quiz, digging deep into vintage TMNT history and seeing how much still holds up under pressure.

It’s an episode full of humor, honesty, nostalgia, and collector reality—equal parts therapy session, toy talk, and trivia night.

In Episode 30 of Mighty Champions: Action Figure Radio, Jon and Christian recap their weekend at Retromania, a collectibles convention in the San Antonio, Texas area. They break down the highs and lows of the show, the figures they hunted down, the ones that got away, and the familiar frustrations that come with convention floors, pricing, and timing.

From there, the episode shifts into a full rundown of the action figure news of the week, including updates and discussion around McFarlane Toys, Boss Fight Studios’ Legends of Lucha Libre, the latest WWE Elite releases, and the newly revealed Mondo Beavis & Butt-Head figures.

The main segment asks a nightmare scenario every collector has considered at least once: What if your entire collection disappeared overnight? With real-world prices, current budgets, and today’s market in mind, Jon and Christian walk through exactly what they would buy first, what lines they’d prioritize, and how their collecting philosophy changes when starting over from scratch.

Vintage and modern collide, budgets get real, and collecting habits are put under the microscope in an episode built around experience, perspective, and the reality of collecting then and now.

On Episode 29 of Mighty Champions: Action Figure Radio, the hosts kick things off by catching up and breaking down their toy hunts and pickups from the week.

From there, Jon and Christian make bold predictions for action figure collecting in 2026, covering everything from McFarlane Toys and Marvel to wrestling figures and how each other’s collections might evolve in the year ahead.

The episode then transitions into Action Figure News of the Week, covering the latest reveals, releases, and developments across the collecting landscape.

The main event is a full historical breakdown of The Incredible Hulk in action figure form, tracing the character’s evolution across decades of toy history. Starting with the classic Mego releases, the discussion moves through key eras, including Toy Biz, Mattel, and Hasbro, examining how sculpting, articulation, scale, and design philosophy changed over time. The segment concludes with a deep look at the modern era, including the most recent Maximum Series Hulk, and where it fits within Hulk’s long toy legacy.

This episode blends weekly collector conversation, future-facing predictions, current news, and a definitive character-focused deep dive—making it essential listening for Hulk fans, Marvel collectors, and anyone interested in the history of action figures.

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Mighty Champions: Action Figure Radio kicks off Series 2 with a full breakdown of the 2025 Action Figure Awards, celebrating the best, boldest, and most talked-about figures and lines of the year — without holding back on discussion or debate.

In this episode, the hosts reflect on 2025 across every corner of the hobby, covering wrestling figures, superhero lines, G.I. Joe, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, video game figures, vehicles, exclusives, surprises, and head-scratching releases. From WWE and AEW to Marvel Legends, DC Multiverse, G.I. Joe Classified, NECA, Super7, McFarlane Toys, Jazwares, Hasbro, Jada Toys, and more, nothing from the year is off the table.

The conversation spans personal collecting highlights, major retail and convention exclusives, vintage pickups, modern standouts, new lines, unexpected collaborations, peg warmers, and figures that sparked the most conversation in the community. Categories range from wrestling and superheroes to vehicles, WTF releases, and overall Figure of the Year — with plenty of context, history, and collector perspective along the way.

This episode marks the official start of Series 2, setting the tone for the next wave of Mighty Champions with deeper discussions, bigger segments, and continued focus on both vintage and modern collecting. No rankings are spoiled in advance — listeners are invited to experience the full awards discussion as it unfolds.

If you collect WWE, AEW, Marvel Legends, DC Universe Classics, G.I. Joe, TMNT, video game figures, or just love talking toys at a high level, this episode is the definitive wrap-up of 2025 and the perfect launch point for what’s next.

New series. New wave. Same love for the hobby.

The Mighty Champions: Action Figure Radio holiday special delivers its biggest episode yet, packed with toy collecting, pop culture nostalgia, and imagination-driven fun.

The episode opens with a recap of Christian’s birthday toy hunt across Houston, including stops at Texas Time Warp and Misfit Toys, with discussion of vintage finds, modern pickups, and the current state of the toy hunt scene. From there, the conversation shifts to Jon’s recent trip to Mexico City, covering international toy shopping, local market differences, and online purchases made during the week.

The centerpiece of the episode is Toy Aisle Time Capsule: December 1996, a deep dive into what toy aisles looked like heading into Christmas at the end of 1996. The hosts break down the dominant toy lines and pop culture of the era, including Star Wars Power of the Force, Kenner, Marvel, DC, Batman, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, WWF, WCW, Spawn, Power Rangers, Playmates, Toy Biz, McFarlane, Nintendo 64, PlayStation, Pokémon-era prelude gaming, blockbuster movies, television, music, and the overall pop culture landscape that defined the time.

The show then moves into News of the Week, featuring major updates and discussion around McFarlane Toys, Marvel Legends, Star Wars action figures, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and the latest developments in the modern toy collecting hobby.

The episode closes with the return of Action Figure Mission, a story-driven segment where the hosts are given a full mission briefing and must work together to select five action figures capable of completing the objective. Strategy, character abilities, accessories, vehicles, and teamwork all come into play as the mission unfolds.

Episode 27 is a long-form Christmas special built for toy collectors, action figure fans, and pop culture enthusiasts, blending nostalgia, modern news, and creative play into one packed holiday episode.