On this episode, Glen and Jason wonder if Hasbro should deliver one project before opening up another one. With the Haslab Ghost still months away from delivery, some collectors have invested a significant amount of money in the project and are feeling anxious to get their hands on it. Others have invested nearly a grand in toys at the company. The duo discuss the pros and cons of having multiple Haslabs of one brand at a time.

Next, they share their latest news and updates, including Jason's move to a new recording space. Finally, they highlight their recent pickups and discuss their anticipation for the upcoming release of the Ghost Haslab.

Join us for a thrilling recap of Dragon Con! Glen shares his unforgettable experience, including a memorable encounter with Natasha Liu Bordizzo, the talented actress behind the live-action Sabine Wren in Ahsoka. Plus, Jason dives back into previous episodes to answer questions our episode titles proposed, and provide updates on the latest news and their pickups in the galaxy far, far away. Don't miss this action-packed episode!

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!

The Smuggler's were on vacation! Glen reports back from his trip at the Cincinnati and Xenia Toy Shows. He tells us who he saw, the different toy stores he visited, and what the difference was between the two toy shows. Jason is back from South Florida where his vacation was rained out due to Hurricane Ian. He talks a little about what he did during the week. They also talk about what they picked up, give their opinions on the new reveals Hasbro unveiled during their Hasbro PulseCon, and so much more! Tune in and download.

As we collect our favorite pieces from the galaxy far, far away, the last thing we consider is what will happen to these pieces in our collections after we're gone. On this episode of the Smuggler's Galaxy (which was once again live on Facebook), we talk about our plans to let go of our collection someday. We run through different scenarios that might play out, including what should happen to our collections if we fail to let the pieces go before the inevitable.

Additionally, the website ActionFigure411 is including the eBay selling prices for the Micro Galaxy Squadron pieces. We take a quick look at market prices for this new line of collectable vehicles and realize that the fun might be just beginning. 

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On this episode of the Smuggler's Galaxy Podcast, we're live on Facebook to talk to the community as we do the show. We start by talking about our weeks and lack of pickups, before transitioning back into the grading discussion. After our last episode where we shared some concerns with the grading process, we had a few people reach out to give their opinion. With our friends watching us on Facebook, they're able to provide us instant feedback and their take on the issue. Download and listen!

On this episode of the Smuggler's Galaxy Podcast, Glen and Jason are fresh from their local meetup and they share all the fun stuff that went on at this GASWC event. They also talk about how GASWC meetups might be less about the action figures. From there, they talk a little bit more about grading action figures in the hobby. Grading action figures itself is a hot topic. Some people believe it's a good thing, while others believe the process of placing action figures in acrylic is a scam. They go through the pros and cons of grading, weigh the impact of companies buying other companies, the difference between grading companies, and voice concerns about how grading could manipulate prices and impact the hobby. As always, they talk news (they have some this week), and weekly pickups. Download and listen!

On this episode of the Smuggler's Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason try to make the most of a quiet week by preparing for Andor, the new Disney+ series. They talk about what they liked, the characters, the planets, and how it fit into the overall Star Wars universe. They also review the figures that were released with this movie, and they talk about what they would like to see in the new Andor series. All of this plus weekly pick ups, news, and talk about memories from DragonCon. Download and listen!

On this episode of the Smuggler's Galaxy Podcast, Glen and Jason Welcome Matthew and Darren of Nerd U, a collectable and comic book dealer from Athens, Georgia. They talk about trends, their distaste for Funko, why they got into dealing collectables, the trends they are seeing, share the biggest score they've secured and announce a major milestone on their journey as dealers!

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On this episode of the Smuggler's Galaxy Podcast, customizer Ryan Shaw, better known as Bantha5 on Instagram and the old Rebelscum.com forums, joins the discussion to lend his thoughts on Hasbro's Retro Collection. As someone who has creature vintage style action figures of Leia, Figrin D'an, and Gargan, he has some ideas on how to improve the sculpting of this line and be more reminiscent of the vintage Kenner figures. Ryan also has insight on how some of the vintage figures were sculpted and the special wax used at that time. Ryan even made adjustments to the Retro Darth Vader released with the Obi-Wan Kenobi wave.

Additionally, Glen attended Legioncon, a toy show in Smyrna, Ga., and gives a report on how that event went. They also discuss pick ups this week. Download and listen!

Jordan Ghastly joins the Smuggler's Galaxy this week to talk about the Obi-Wan Kenobi wave of the Retro Collection. Jason has an interesting take on these 3.75 inch action figures and how the feel different from the Kenner toy line we grew up with. Then they move on to the Jazewares line of vehicles and provide their initial thoughts now that they've had time to enjoy each item. Finally, they talk about the Star Wars collecting culture and how it differs from G.I. Joe, Transformers, and more. Join us this week and listen in!

Glen And Jason talk about their weekends out of town. Jason visited Columbus, OH for Powercon, a Masters of the Universe focused show. Jason has a out of this world encounter.

Its our 100th Episode join us and a few daring listeners as we host our 1st ever live streamed show! 

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!”

Every summer, the GASWC hosts their annual Summer Social at Narayan’s Mos Atlanta Cantina. Glen and Jason record this episode of the Smugglers Galaxy at different moments of the social, providing moments in time to show what it was like in the moment. They also take a few moments to breakdown the latest reveals from San Diego Comic Con!

During Star Wars Celebration Anaheim, Jazwares showcased their new Micro Galaxy Collection line of vehicles, a new line of collectibles focused is the ship themselves. On this episode of the Smuggler’s Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason review the new X-Wing from this line and compare it to the old Action Fleet and Die Cast versions of this same vehicle. In addition to that, they review series 1 and 2 of this line, identify which items are rare and super rare (a designation to classify the limited run of production items), and talk about which vehicles they would like added to the line. Spoiler alert - they want a vehicle that rhymes with shmost. Download and listen!

This week Glen and Jason talk the last 40 years of Star Wars video games.

This week Glen and Jason discuss the latest news from Hasbro and what it could mean for any Future Haslab Star Wars Projects.  Jason also waits for his Amazon package that should have arrived hours before this recording.

It's Joefest time! Glen and Jason roadtrip to Agusta GA, birthplace of James Brown and home to Joefest. Listen to what they found and also figure out who Glen can add to his list of celebrity run ins.

On this episode of the Smuggler’s Galaxy Podcast, Glen and Jason are still catching up on all the news revealed at Star Wars Celebration. They turn their attention to the new Third Sister Haslab Lightsaber and talk about its viability. Then they discuss the Obi-Wan Kenobi Retro collection figures that were shown at the Hasbro booth and drool over some of the decisions they made in these figures’ creation. Glen caught a preview of the new Ahsoka trailer that was shown only to guests of the Mandalorian panel. He goes through and breaks down what was revealed of this show that was only 3-weeks into filming at the time of this trailer’s reveal. Finally, they talk about episode 5 of the Obi-Wan Kenobi. Download and listen!

On the 93rd episode of the Smuggler’s Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason get back into the swing of recording a regular episode of the podcast and discuss episodes 3 and 4 of Obi-Wan Kenobi, which is now available on Disney +. They also talk about their pick ups at Star Wars Celebration and add a few more stories to their experience at that convention. Download and listen!

Glen and Jason check in live from Anaheim and Star Wars Celebration 2022.

Glen and Jason talk to 1st two episodes of the new Obi Wan show and a mini review of Celebration.

Taking a page from the Force of Course Podcast it's a short episode this week. Glen and Jason go to the Gwinnett toy show and prep for celebration.

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!

On this episode of the Smuggler’s Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason welcome the Swag King, Narayan Naik, to talk about the variety of fan made swag available at Star Wars Celebration. They also cover the history of the Willrow Hood Ice Cream patch set, a swag set that has attracted the attention of fans across the globe. They also cover a small selection of news and their latest purchases. Download and listen!

It's been a news worthy week Glen and Jason wonder the Galaxy to explore it all. 

From the new Obi Wan trailer to the Hasbro reveals to how bad May the 4th has sucked the past few years. 

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The sequel trilogy introduced us to a new kind of villain never seen before  in the Star Wars Universe – the vile Kylo Ren. What makes Kylo different is that, unlike the cold and calculated Emperor, Kylo was fueled by rage and anger, and, at times, he would let his anger make choices for him instead of deciding with a level head. He would display temper tantrums when he didn’t get his way. He would hurt people to prove a point out of a sense of entitlement that he could do so.  

On this episode of the Smuggler’s Galaxy Podcast, Glen and Jason dissect  this character to better understand where he is coming from? Might he suffer from a mental disorder? Is all of this fueled by his inability to completely fall to the darkside? Tune in and listen!

Conventions are an exciting avenue of the hobby where we can meet content creators, actors, sculptors, buy pieces missing from our collection, and learn more about a specific topic at various panels. But with that excitement, we can sometimes lose sight of the smaller things. And on this episode of the Smuggler’s Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason are here to help you prepare for that next exciting convention. From poster tubes to deodorant, we make a list of things of things to consider bringing at your next convention. They also cover the latest Star Wars news and their latest pickups. Download, listen and write us a five-star review.

Ted from "The Force of Course" Podcast fills in for Jason this week. But don't fear Jason checks in and gives us an update to why he is absent from the show. Glen and Ted talk about what little news there is this week, How it's cool to be a nerd, and Glen shares his thoughts on why the Obi Wan series had its premier date changed.  

In 2019, Hasbro distributed a press release that said the company planned to remove plastic from its packaging by the end of 2022. For some Vintage Collection (TVC) collectors – this is a problem. In a recent poll, nearly 45 percent of the TVC collectors said they keep their action figures on card and in the bubble because the plastic bubble in the packaging harkens back to the original run of Kenner action figures. Nostalgia is part of the appeal. Without plastic in the packaging, that entire aesthetic will be gone. Additionally, Hasbro has made their intentions clear – they wish to recreate every action figure Kenner offered between 1978 and 1985 in TVC. On this episode of the Smuggler’s Galaxy Podcast, Glen and Jason look at all the characters who have not been represented in TVC and wonder if Hasbro will be able to meet their corporate mandate to remove plastic form packaging by 2022, or will TVC be the exception since plastic in the package IS part of the appeal?

The Powder Springs Toy Show is a bimonthly event in the parking lot of an antique mall where vendors sign up to bring a variety of toys to sell. These toys range from toys from items made in the 60s and 70s, to toys currently available on shelves at the big box retailers. This week on the Smugglers Galaxy Podcast, join Glen and Jason, with special guest and fellow collector, Doug, as they toy hunt for the day! They hit the Powder Springs Toy Show and take a detour on their way home to Second Chance Toys and Collectibles.   They also talk about the saga of the GASWC fan booth at Star Wars Celebration, and how their fortune suddenly changed in their favor! Download and listen in!

Now that the hype leading up to the premiere of The Book of Boba Feet has subsided, it’s time to give this Disney+ show a fresh look. On this episode of the Smuggler’s Galaxy Podcast, Glen and Jason do just that. They look at this seven-episode show in its entirety, talk about what worked for them and what didn’t, discuss Boba Fett as a character, and if their perception has changed since they first watched it when it premiered at the end of December. In addition to their review of the show, they cover the latest news from the galaxy far, far away, talk about their latest pickups, and wonder how long does it take for plastic to degrade. Download and listen!

On this episode of the Smuggler’s Galaxy Podcast, Glen and Jason are recording from the Georgia Alliance of Star Wars Collectors (GASWC) table as the annual toy show, Toylanta, winds down on a Sunday afternoon. They talk about trends that they saw from vendors, what they picked up at the show, the result of the GASWC Art Auction benefiting the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, interview vendors and attendees, and read a listener’s email regarding the hobby turning into an investment market. Download and listen today!

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!

The hobby is changing. Perhaps it’s been shifting for the past few years, but its definitely more than a hobby at this point; it’s an investment market with new money coming in to join the fun. Are they the ones responsible for driving prices up high? Have new collectors been priced out of the hobby? Glen and Jason try to understand what’s going on right now, and they compare current vintage Star Wars prices with those in 2002. As always, they talk about the latest Star Wars news and pickups of the week.

With fewer than 90 days until Star Wars Celebration, the quintessential Star Wars convention this May, Glen and Jason share what they’ve done so far to prepare for the event. They talk about swag preparation, getting in shape, and list a few things they need to remember. In addition to that, the first voyagers of the Star Wars Star Cruiser have taken their flights and social media is a buzz about what was said – and what wasn’t said. Being both Disney and Star Wars fans, Glen and Jason go through the initial wave of reviews and discuss how Disney might have forced those in attendance to only post positive information. As with every episode, they also share their pickups from the past week. Download and listen!

It’s another fire side chat with Jordan Duncan! Join us as we cozy up to the fire pit and talk all things Star Wars. During this conversation, we cover Book of Boba Fett, the upcoming Disney+ Obi-Wan Kenobi show, the Black Series Black Krrsantan figure, a trip to Disney, the latest on the Starcruiser, and so much more! Jason also brings up the feedback we received on last weeks episode and the conversation around the term “grail” as it’s used in collecting. Tune in and let us know what you think!

The final episode of the Book of Boba Fett has landed! Glen and Jason are here to break down the episode and share their thoughts. Did it make them as mad as a rancor or as happy as a Grogu with a ball bearing?  Additionally, Glen was in New Orleans to attend Chewbaccus. He shares what he saw at that Sci-Fi themed festival and everything else he did while in the city. Finally, Jason shares his experience at the latest Powder Springs Toy Show. Download, listen, give us a five-star review, and share!#76 

Episode six of the Book of Boba Fett is here, and its a big one. So big that Glen and Jason recorded this episode the night of its release. As usual, they talk about (SPOILER)'s return, and what it might mean for the franchise. They also talk about (SPOILER) (SPOILERING) our favorite (SPOILER). Also, (SPOILER) at the end! So much to discuss. Needless to say, this episode contains spoilers. Finally, they talk about Hasbro releasing four different versions of the same Boba Fett figure with minor modifications. Does this make them upset? Listen in to find out! 

On episode 74 of the Smugglers Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason talk about a recent upgrade to their collections rooms. They jumped on the opportunity to grab premiere display cases from Facebook marketplace, which takes their display up to the next level. They also break down the latest episode of The Mandalorian - oops - strike that - Book of Boba Fett! That was an episode of the Book of Boba Fett. Anyways, they give their thoughts and talk about how this latest episode has caused an under appreciated collectible to skyrocket in value. Download, listen, and leave a review!

We’ve reached the mid-way point for the Book of Boba Fett, the show that fills in the gaps from when we saw Boba get swallowed by the sarlacc, to the moment he returned on screen in the second season of the Mandalorian. Glen and Jason provide their thoughts on episode 4, and they are join by a special guest, Ted Beaver, host of The Force, Of Course podcast. Together, they talk about the Haslab Rancor project, dream Haslab projects, their week in collecting, and what it was like for Ted to grow up in the city where it all happened – Cincinnati. Tune in and listen to this episode of the Smuggler’s Galaxy podcast!

We are three episodes in of the Book of Boba Fett show, and Glen and Jason are here to present their thoughts of this Disney+ limited series. We finally get some emotional depth and motivation for the character, and its time to dissect it. As usual, they boys talk about their pickups this week, news on their travel plans in 2022, and everything else orbiting the Star Wars galaxy. Download and listen!

The second episode of the Book of Boba Fett is here, and Glen and Jason break it down. Not only do they recap what happens, but give their perspective on this new Disney+ show. Do they like it? Do they wish for more? They also talk about survivors of the Sail Barge explosion. The show has illustrated that not all on board suffered the same fate as the mighty Jabba. As usual, they discuss their pickups of the week and talk about the Atlanta Vintage Toys Garage Sale. Tune in and leave a review!

For more than 40 years, Boba Fett’s mysterious persona has enchanted Star Wars fans everywhere. They wanted to know everything about him; who is he, where did he come from, where does he get those wonderful toys, and did he survive the sarlacc? That last question was answered in season 2 of the Mandalorian, but with the premiere of the Book of Boba Fett, many more answers are provided to us - and a few more questions are raised. On this episode of the Smugglers Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason break down the premiere episode of this Disney+ series. They talk about what they liked, what they didn’t like, and how clues embedded in this episode might play out in upcoming episodes.

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.

On this special episode of the Smugglers Galaxy Podcast, Glen and Jason wrap up 2021 with a holiday special of their own. They first break down their holidays and what was waiting for them under the tree, before turning the show to talk about collecting in 2021. They talk about their collecting goals for the year, discuss if they met those goals, and talk about what they wish to accomplish in 2022. In addition, special guests Sam Sams, Lewis Brown, Tony Johnson, Ted Beaver, David Quinn, Jordan Duncan, and Lucas Henkel join us to talk about their year as well!

In 1996, Lucasfilm experimented with telling a complete, cohesive storyline across multiple mediums without releasing an actual film. Shadows of the Empire started as a book by Steve Perry, but the story was not limited to the 340 pages contained in the novel. The scope of the story grew through videos games and comics, and our imaginations could do more with the action figures and toys released to coincide with these stories. This week on the Smugglers Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason look back to the Mid-90s, when Lucasfilm brought Star Wars out of the dark ages by releasing Shadows of the Empire. In addition, they talk about their latest pick ups and the news!

Trying to Understand the Current State of the Star Wars franchise

On this episode of the Smugglers Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason share their feelings about the latest news and moans around the Star Wars “hotel” and the fallout from the Rancor not funding. The displeasure around the franchise seems to be gaining speed, and the hosts attempt to make sense of it all. In addition, Jason has received his copy of The Star Wars The Vintage Collection Archive Edition book. This Kickstarter project began a few years ago, and Jason is ecstatic to receive his copy. He provides a quick review of the book and why you should definitely get a copy! Even if you don’t enjoy or collect the Vintage Collection, this piece is definitely worthy of the shelves in your room (Bluemi.lk to order a copy).

It’s that time of the year! The Georgia Alliance of Star Wars Collectors held their first Winter Social since the start of the pandemic. On this episode of the Smugglers Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason discuss the event and fill you in. What happened that night? What game turned everyone into Rey-like scavengers for an hour and a half? Tune in to find out!