Episodios

  • #202: A Universal Trip and an Acolyte

    #202: A Universal Trip and an Acolyte
    Jul 23 2024

    Glen returns from Florida, and they talk about The Acolyte and all of its final reveals
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    55 m
  • #201: Five Reasons Why Haslab Participation is on a Decline

    #201: Five Reasons Why Haslab Participation is on a Decline
    Jul 16 2024
    The Haslab Cantina has been funded, and now we wait for its delivery. As we do so, let us discuss the merits of a multi-million dollar company using a crowdfunding platform to make toys! Additionally, Jason developed six possible reasons why participation for TVC Haslabs are on the decline (all speculative, of course). Also, Glen and Jason discuss the latest trend in retro collecting, the news, latest pickups, The Acolyte, and more!
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    1 h y 19 m
  • 🎉 It’s the 200th Episode Celebration! 🎉

    🎉 It’s the 200th Episode Celebration! 🎉
    Jul 9 2024
    Join us as we celebrate 200 episodes of the Smugglers’ Galaxy Podcast. As a bonus, we’re joined by Narayan Naik and Sam Sams!
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    1 h y 21 m
  • #199: An Acolyte Turning Point

    #199: An Acolyte Turning Point
    Jul 2 2024

    On this episode of the Smugglers’ Galaxy Podcast, Jason is back from vacation and catches us up on the news. Additionally, he recent backed the Haslab Cantina and shares where he thinks the campaign will land. Glen shares his thoughts on the latest episode of the Acolyte and more!
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    51 m
  • #198: An Interview with Jim Fong from Galoob!

    #198: An Interview with Jim Fong from Galoob!
    Jun 25 2024
    Galoob was a small toy company based in San Francisco that developed and sold several toy lines. In the early 90s, they were able to acquire a license to incorporate Star Wars vehicles in one of their most successful lines, MicroMachines. Jim Fong worked his way up to the roll of design director, and oversaw the development of Star Wars MicroMachines and the Action Fleet line. During this discussion Jim shares how he got the job at Galoob, the first time he saw Star Wars (it was early), how he became friends with Ralph McQuarrie, the Easter eggs he was able to hide in the toy line, visiting Skywalker Ranch, how MicroMachines were made, and shares some behind the scenes photos (watch those on YouTube!). Jim also shares his attempt to incorporate bathrooms in Action Fleet vehicles and also shares what might have been if Galoob wasn’t bought by Hasbro. All the while, Jason is geeking out! Download and listen this very special episode! Jim would like to add: ”I wish to thank the whole Galoob Team that made it such a great place to work. Without them, it would not have been as special as it was, and I thank the Galco team in Hong Kong for making our vision happen, and putting up with our constant changes. The company is gone but we will live forever in molded plastic!”
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    1 h y 23 m
  • #197: The Star Wars Dilemma

    #197: The Star Wars Dilemma
    Jun 18 2024
    Star Wars has been around for nearly 50 years now, and adult fans have been with the franchise most of that time. But, as the franchise ages, so does the fan base. One day, if nothing is done about it, Star Wars will fade away as the fans become one with the force. On this episode of the Smugglers’ Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason discuss the current pains of the Star Wars franchise. As they develop content for a younger fan base, the older group feels as though Lucasfilm abandoned them. How does one navigate this issue? What should an older fan do? They also discuss the third episode of The Acolyte, pickups, news and more!
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    1 h y 10 m
  • #196: A Fireside Chat

    #196: A Fireside Chat
    Jun 11 2024
    On this episode of the Smugglers’ Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason are hanging out and Jason‘s backyard sitting by a fire, and they are joined by Jordan Ghastly and Richard (AKA punx_for_plastic on Instagram). Glen and Jason were able to attend a screening of The Acolyte and talk about their experience, seeing the showing in advance. They talk about what they like about the show, where they think it’s heading, and more. Additionally, the Haslab Cantina has been announced and the four talk about their opinions of the project. And with this offering came the opportunity to cross off two boxes on the 2024 bingo card!
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    1 h y 21 m
  • #195: The Four Hour Starcruiser Video

    #195: The Four Hour Starcruiser Video
    Jun 4 2024
    On this episode of the podcast, Jason returns from Universal Studios Islands of Adventure and shares his experience at that theme park. Then they pivot from Universal to Disney to discuss the Jenny Nicholson viral four-hour long video about her experience aboard the Galatic Starcruiser, better known as the Star Wars Hotel. This video has permeated pop culture, even as far as Rolling Stone Magazine. Glen and Jason discuss the points that Nicholson makes and wonders if Disney will respond by listening to the critics or if they will dismiss it and only focus on stock prices. They also talk about “influencers” in general. Glen also picked up some melting rebels! Download and listen.
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    1 h y 11 m