Join the Toy Federation crew in Greer, South Carolina, for a nostalgia-packed episode where hosts Ryan, Travis, and Andy dive deep into the world of vintage toy collecting from the 1980s to the 2020s. In this discussion, they revisit the core of childhood imagination, exploring whether they played with their icons inside or outside—ranging from turning the living room couch into a daring cliffside base for He-Man to staging epic G.I. Joe wars in the backyard dirt and snow. The episode explores the golden age of mail away figures, the legendary Sears Wishbook, and the hunt for rare figures like Snake Eyes in regional toy aisles. Whether you are a fan of Star Wars, Transformers, or Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, this podcast covers everything from the evolution of toy catalogs and file cards to the history of comic shop distribution and the enduring magic of physical media. Grab your favorite action figure and tune in to relive the memories that defined generations of collectors!#toys #toycollector #toystore WATCH and SUBSCRIBE to Our Other Channels and Socials!*Main YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@toyfederation*Toy Federation Facebook: facebook.com/ToyFederationShop*Toy Federation Instagram: instagram.com/ToyFederationShop/BUY TICKETS for our UPCOMING TOY FEDERATION CONVENTIONS!*Our Horror Convention September 11-13, 2026: Retro-Horrorcon.com*Our Toy Convention November 20-22, 2026: Retro-Toycon.comTOY FEDERATION PODCAST ALSO AVAILABLE AT:*Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/mwuw3mtv*Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/3pnbsyzf*Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/2bxsvccjWATCH EVERY EPISODE of the Toy Federation Podcast in one convenient PLAYLIST!https://tinyurl.com/3ds8yr36BUY Toy Federation MERCH!http://www.teepublic.com/user/toy-federationCOME OUT and VISIT OUR SHOP in Person! 104 Middleton Way, Greer, SC 29650Monday 10 AM–7 PMTuesday 10 AM–7 PMWednesday 10 AM–7 PMThursday 10 AM–7 PMFriday 10 AM–7 PMSaturday 10 AM–8 PMSunday Closed

Join the experts at the Toy Federation for a deep dive into the most valuable action figures hidden within "worthless" or low-value toy lines spanning the 1980s through the 1990s. In this episode, the team identifies the "anomalies" and hidden gems that every vintage toy collector should keep an eye out for, ranging from the legendary "The Blank" from Dick Tracy, and the rare "Thunderbutt" from the Hook movie line, to the high-dollar "Night Fright" GoBot. Whether you are hunting for '90s Star Wars Power of the Force variants like the long-tray short-saber Luke Skywalker, early Todd's Toys Spawn figures, or the elusive "Triple Action" Karate Kid figures from Remco, this podcast offers essential insights into the toy collecting and reselling market. Discover why specific figures like the Police Academy Captain Harris or certain Kenner Alien and Predator releases command high prices while their counterparts remain "peg warmers," providing you with the ultimate guide to spotting rare toys in unexpected places.#toys #toycollector #toystore WATCH and SUBSCRIBE to Our Other Channels and Socials!*Main YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@toyfederation*Toy Federation Facebook: facebook.com/ToyFederationShop*Toy Federation Instagram: instagram.com/ToyFederationShop/BUY TICKETS for our UPCOMING TOY FEDERATION CONVENTIONS!*Our Horror Convention September 11-13, 2026: Retro-Horrorcon.com*Our Toy Convention November 20-22, 2026: Retro-Toycon.comTOY FEDERATION PODCAST ALSO AVAILABLE AT:*Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/mwuw3mtv*Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/3pnbsyzf*Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/2bxsvccjWATCH EVERY EPISODE of the Toy Federation Podcast in one convenient PLAYLIST!https://tinyurl.com/3ds8yr36BUY Toy Federation MERCH!http://www.teepublic.com/user/toy-federationCOME OUT and VISIT OUR SHOP in Person! 104 Middleton Way, Greer, SC 29650Monday 10 AM–7 PMTuesday 10 AM–7 PMWednesday 10 AM–7 PMThursday 10 AM–7 PMFriday 10 AM–7 PMSaturday 10 AM–8 PMSunday Closed

Join the crew at Toy Federation in Greer, South Carolina, for a nostalgic deep dive into the 40th anniversary of iconic 1980s toy lines. This episode of the Toy Federation Podcast explores the history and collectability of legendary franchises including The Real Ghostbusters, Silverhawks, Centurions, and BraveStarr. From the mechanical magic of Teddy Ruxpin and the gross-out fun of Madballs to the fuzzy charm of Pound Puppies and ALF, the team shares expert insights on vintage values, warehouse finds, and the daily "slog" of running a world-class toy store. #toys #toycollector #toystore WATCH and SUBSCRIBE to Our Other Channels and Socials!*Main YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@toyfederation*Toy Federation Facebook: facebook.com/ToyFederationShop*Toy Federation Instagram: instagram.com/ToyFederationShop/BUY TICKETS for our UPCOMING TOY FEDERATION CONVENTIONS!*Our Horror Convention September 11-13, 2026: Retro-Horrorcon.com*Our Toy Convention November 20-22, 2026: Retro-Toycon.comTOY FEDERATION PODCAST ALSO AVAILABLE AT:*Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/mwuw3mtv*Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/3pnbsyzf*Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/2bxsvccjWATCH EVERY EPISODE of the Toy Federation Podcast in one convenient PLAYLIST!https://tinyurl.com/3ds8yr36BUY Toy Federation MERCH!http://www.teepublic.com/user/toy-federationCOME OUT and VISIT OUR SHOP in Person! 104 Middleton Way, Greer, SC 29650Monday 10 AM–7 PMTuesday 10 AM–7 PMWednesday 10 AM–7 PMThursday 10 AM–7 PMFriday 10 AM–7 PMSaturday 10 AM–8 PMSunday Closed

The Toy Federation Podcast is LIVE from Toy Federation in Greer, SC! Join toy store owner Ryan Bonavia and his co-hosts Travis and Andy as they share their professional insight on all things toys while discussing the world of collecting, pop culture, and the toy industry itself. Through conversations focusing on hit toy lines as old as Masters of the Universe, Star Wars, G.I.Joe, Transformers and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to newer indie toy trendsetters, Toy Federation shares their experiences running a busy toy store and addresses the challenges of buying and selling toy collections from across the country and even the world. #toys #toycollector #toystore WATCH and SUBSCRIBE to Our Other Channels and Socials!*Main YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@toyfederation*Toy Federation Facebook: facebook.com/ToyFederationShop*Toy Federation Instagram: instagram.com/ToyFederationShop/BUY TICKETS for our UPCOMING TOY FEDERATION CONVENTIONS!*Our Horror Convention September 11-13, 2026: Retro-Horrorcon.com*Our Toy Convention November 20-22, 2026: Retro-Toycon.comTOY FEDERATION PODCAST ALSO AVAILABLE AT:*Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/mwuw3mtv*Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/3pnbsyzf*Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/2bxsvccjWATCH EVERY EPISODE of the Toy Federation Podcast in one convenient PLAYLIST!https://tinyurl.com/3ds8yr36BUY Toy Federation MERCH!http://www.teepublic.com/user/toy-federationCOME OUT and VISIT OUR SHOP in Person! 104 Middleton Way, Greer, SC 29650Monday 10 AM–7 PMTuesday 10 AM–7 PMWednesday 10 AM–7 PMThursday 10 AM–7 PMFriday 10 AM–7 PMSaturday 10 AM–8 PMSunday Closed

Join the Toy Federation crew in Greer, South Carolina, for a nostalgic deep dive into the legendary crossover of retro toys and vintage candy from the 1980s to the 2000S! In this episode, we break down the classic "candy toy" formula, reminiscing over Star Wars Jabba the Hutt dispensers, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles candy bodies, and Batman heads that dominated toy aisles. We explore the golden age of vintage sweets, from Willy Wonka favorites like Lemon Heads and Nerds to the short-lived Gatorade gum and the cultural mainstay of Big League Chew. The conversation also covers the reality of Beanie Baby appraisals, the magic of ice cream truck treats like bomb pops and screw balls, and behind-the-scenes stories of hosting horror icon Kane Hodder at the shop. Tune in to see why we're the ultimate destination for retro collectibles—just remember, we don't ship and we don't sell parts!#toys #toycollector #toystore WATCH and SUBSCRIBE to Our Other Channels and Socials!*Main YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@toyfederation*Toy Federation Facebook: facebook.com/ToyFederationShop*Toy Federation Instagram: instagram.com/ToyFederationShop/BUY TICKETS for our UPCOMING TOY FEDERATION CONVENTIONS!*Our Horror Convention September 11-13, 2026: Retro-Horrorcon.com*Our Toy Convention November 20-22, 2026: Retro-Toycon.comTOY FEDERATION PODCAST ALSO AVAILABLE AT:*Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/mwuw3mtv*Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/3pnbsyzf*Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/2bxsvccjWATCH EVERY EPISODE of the Toy Federation Podcast in one convenient PLAYLIST!https://tinyurl.com/3ds8yr36BUY Toy Federation MERCH!http://www.teepublic.com/user/toy-federationCOME OUT and VISIT OUR SHOP in Person! 104 Middleton Way, Greer, SC 29650Monday 10 AM–7 PMTuesday 10 AM–7 PMWednesday 10 AM–7 PMThursday 10 AM–7 PMFriday 10 AM–7 PMSaturday 10 AM–8 PMSunday Closed

Discover how celebrity deaths influence the vintage toy market in this episode of the Toy Federation podcast with hosts Ryan, Travis, and Andy. We analyze the "speculation sales" and "solemn excitement" that follow the loss of icons like Chuck Norris, Carrie Fisher, and Jason David Frank, examining why some items see a temporary one-week spike while others, like merch related to the Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Green Ranger, maintain long-term value. This deep dive explores the secondary market for '80s, '90s, and 2000s collectibles, covering everything from authenticated Star Wars autographs to signed He-Man scripts as we discuss the nuances of celebrity signatures along with the nostalgic history of retro gems like Starcade and Dragon’s Lair. #toys #toycollector #toystore WATCH and SUBSCRIBE to Our Other Channels and Socials!*Main YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@toyfederation*Toy Federation Facebook: facebook.com/ToyFederationShop*Toy Federation Instagram: instagram.com/ToyFederationShop/BUY TICKETS for our UPCOMING TOY FEDERATION CONVENTIONS!*Our Horror Convention September 11-13, 2026: Retro-Horrorcon.com*Our Toy Convention November 20-22, 2026: Retro-Toycon.comTOY FEDERATION PODCAST ALSO AVAILABLE AT:*Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/mwuw3mtv*Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/3pnbsyzf*Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/2bxsvccjWATCH EVERY EPISODE of the Toy Federation Podcast in one convenient PLAYLIST!https://tinyurl.com/3ds8yr36BUY Toy Federation MERCH!http://www.teepublic.com/user/toy-federationCOME OUT and VISIT OUR SHOP in Person! 104 Middleton Way, Greer, SC 29650Monday 10 AM–7 PMTuesday 10 AM–7 PMWednesday 10 AM–7 PMThursday 10 AM–7 PMFriday 10 AM–7 PMSaturday 10 AM–8 PMSunday Closed

Join the Toy Federation crew from Greer, South Carolina, for a deep dive into the evolution of superhero toys from the 1980s to the 2020s! This episode explores the nostalgia of vintage action figures, comparing iconic lines like Kenner Super Powers and Marvel Secret Wars. We break down the history of super hero toy collecting from the "squatty" physics of 1970s Mego and Pocket Comics to the legendary Toy Biz lines and Marvel Legends. Whether you are interested in the 3.75-inch scale of Marvel Universe figures or modern Marvel Legends, this podcast covers why these characters still thrive in film and plastic today. Stick around for classic Toy Federation tangents, including an Adam Sandler movie retrospective, Columbo trivia, and the hilarious creation of our own custom toy line, Wicked Warriors, featuring characters like Skyclops and Pumpkosis. This is the ultimate toy podcast for anyone who grew up with a comic book in one hand and an action figure in the other.#toys #toycollector #toystore WATCH and SUBSCRIBE to Our Other Channels and Socials!*Main YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@toyfederation*Toy Federation Facebook: facebook.com/ToyFederationShop*Toy Federation Instagram: instagram.com/ToyFederationShop/BUY TICKETS for our UPCOMING TOY FEDERATION CONVENTIONS!*Our Horror Convention September 11-13, 2026: Retro-Horrorcon.com*Our Toy Convention November 20-22, 2026: Retro-Toycon.comTOY FEDERATION PODCAST ALSO AVAILABLE AT:*Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/mwuw3mtv*Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/3pnbsyzf*Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/2bxsvccjWATCH EVERY EPISODE of the Toy Federation Podcast in one convenient PLAYLIST!https://tinyurl.com/3ds8yr36BUY Toy Federation MERCH!http://www.teepublic.com/user/toy-federationCOME OUT and VISIT OUR SHOP in Person! 104 Middleton Way, Greer, SC 29650Monday 10 AM–7 PMTuesday 10 AM–7 PMWednesday 10 AM–7 PMThursday 10 AM–7 PMFriday 10 AM–7 PMSaturday 10 AM–8 PMSunday Closed

Join Ryan, Travis, and Andy in this high-energy episode of the Toy Federation Podcast as they conclude their definitive deep dive into the greatest bad guys and villains in toy history. This episode is a must-watch for collectors of vintage action figures, featuring detailed discussions on G.I. Joe legends like Serpentor and the Dreadnoks, the iconic power struggles between Megatron and Starscream in Transformers, and the ancient evil of Thundercats' Mumm-Ra. The hosts explore the critical role voice acting played in making characters like TMNT’s Shredder and Cobra Commander so memorable, while also comparing the often hilarious differences between '80s cartoon animation and their toy counterparts. From Star Wars and GoBots nostalgia to personal stories about meeting stars like Michael Ironside at conventions, this episode covers the full spectrum of retro toy culture, even venturing into "Mandela Effect" tangents about monocles and classic TV shows like Columbo.#toys #toycollector #toystore WATCH and SUBSCRIBE to Our Other Channels and Socials!*Main YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@toyfederation*Toy Federation Facebook: facebook.com/ToyFederationShop*Toy Federation Instagram: instagram.com/ToyFederationShop/BUY TICKETS for our UPCOMING TOY FEDERATION CONVENTIONS!*Our Horror Convention September 11-13, 2026: Retro-Horrorcon.com*Our Toy Convention November 20-22, 2026: Retro-Toycon.comTOY FEDERATION PODCAST ALSO AVAILABLE AT:*Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/mwuw3mtv*Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/3pnbsyzf*Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/2bxsvccjWATCH EVERY EPISODE of the Toy Federation Podcast in one convenient PLAYLIST!https://tinyurl.com/3ds8yr36BUY Toy Federation MERCH!http://www.teepublic.com/user/toy-federationCOME OUT and VISIT OUR SHOP in Person! 104 Middleton Way, Greer, SC 29650Monday 10 AM–7 PMTuesday 10 AM–7 PMWednesday 10 AM–7 PMThursday 10 AM–7 PMFriday 10 AM–7 PMSaturday 10 AM–8 PMSunday Closed