The Reluctant Adult Podcast

Apr 07 2025 100 ep. 70 mins 138
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We don't wanna grow up, but we already did. Paul and Bill discuss the week's action figure news, plus what it was like growing up as Toys “R” Us kids, compared to juggling work, life, and collecting as a grown-ass adult. New episodes every Wednesday.

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Toy Collectors Looking Fiscally Responsible as Society Crumbles Around Them

Apr 07 2025 84 mins  
All of a sudden investing in action figures doesn’t seem like such a bad idea. As toymakers navigate an ever-changing global landscape, collectors just want to know how much they’re going to have pay for Maximum Marvel Legends Hulk. Plus, NECA tells TMNT fans to take it or leave it. And, Superman toy leaks suggest McFarlane finally has his head in the game. Your headgear seems

Todd McFarlane Returns to Making Batman Movie Action Figures

Mar 31 2025 72 mins  
With McFarlane’s DC days dwindling, the Toddfather is pulling out all the stops to complete his cinematic Batman universe. Plus, Ghostbuster hopefuls are flocking to Ollie’s in hopes of snagging a Spengler’s Neutrona Wand that won’t bust their bank account. And, NECA ain’t afraid of no re-released Ghost of Splinter! Money can be exchanged for goods and services. It’s Th

Action Figure Exclusives from Hasbro Confirmed for SDCC 2025!

Mar 24 2025 70 mins  
I don’t want to say we told you so, but... Hasbro confirms Real Ghostbusters Ecto-Glow will return at this year’s Dan Siego Comic Con. Plus, when you really don’t want to think outside the bun. McDonald's teams Roblox for more than 3 square meals. And, rescued Rangers. Power Rangers find a home with the House of Mouse. Growing half an inch in one day is still pretty good. It�

Hasbro Leaks Suggest Ecto Glow Return, But Will These Real Ghostbusters be Just as HTF as the Originals?

Mar 17 2025 82 mins  
Ecto Glow ‘Bust Yourself! Speculation runs rampant after factory leaks reveal Hasbro Real Ghostbusters cast in that familiar glow-in-the-dark plastic. Plus, release the State Farm cut! The most comic-accurate live-action Batman production stars Jason Bateman hawking insurance. And, Walmart Collector Con is back to empty our wallets and break out hearts. Look, big daddy, it's regu

Toy Fair and Balanced Coverage of the Week's Top Action Figure Stories

Mar 10 2025 81 mins  
After a whirlwind week of Toy Fair festivities, toy companies are ready for some much-needed rest and relaxation. Meanwhile, collectors just want to know who will be making Batman their action figures in 2026. Plus, how *glow* can they go? Is Hasbro planning a Real Ghostbusters Ecto Glow re-release? And, two thumbs up! WWE Thumb Wrestlers are back in stores and fans want to know wh

Toy Fair Turmoil! Mattel Muscles DC Action Figure License Away From Spin Master and Todd McFarlane

Mar 03 2025 75 mins  
Mattel cashes in, reclaiming the DC master toy license from Spin Master. But what does this mean for the Toddfather and his Batmanagerie? Plus, the future of Playmates Toys hinges on a 30-year-old TV show. Can AI make 90’s Power Rangers palatable to the Skibidi Toilet generation? And, NECA scrapes the bottom of the mutagen canister, resorting to just making shit up for their Ninj

Leaked Photos Reveal Alternate Future Where Hasbro Didn't Fumble Startling Lineup Toy Revival

Feb 24 2025 59 mins  
Hasbro's Starting Lineup fumble secures the struggling toymaker's place in the Hall of Shame; after leaked photos reveal canceled Major League Baseball and NFL prototypes. Plus, Jack Black gets his own action figure that will likely haunt the toy aisle right through clearance season. And, speaking of haunting, Spirit Halloween reveals their own Ghostbusters Ghost Trap, complete wit

With Their Maximum Marvel Legends Spider-Man Action Figure, Hasbro Pushes Collectors to Their Spending Limit

Feb 17 2025 67 mins  
Maximum Marvel Legends Spider-Man battles his arch nemesis Sticker Shocker! When do toys become too expensive to collect? Plus, Walmart sets sale for crazy town, slashing prices to the bone. And, Nacelle updates fans on the status of their Star Trek toys after Master Replica sets phasers to “huh?” Ay, Caramba! It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast. Email TheReluctantAdultPodcast@g

Mutant Dinosaurs and a Small Orange Thing Invade Super Bowl LIX

Feb 10 2025 69 mins  
Jurassic World Rebirth and The Fantastic Four: First Steps drop new trailers featuring mutant dinosaurs and a teeny tiny Thing. Plus, the Power Rangers join TikTok, because the brand is clearly being run by unpaid interns at this point. And, Spin Master hopes to attract new fans with their DC Metal Force action figures. Once again, I must sugar my own churro. It’s The Reluctant A

Hasbro Deploys New G.I. Joe Classified Action Figures

Feb 03 2025 66 mins  
Hasbro deploys reinforcements with a slew of new GI Joe reveals, including the Cobra S.N.A.K.E. Battle Armor. Who wouldn’t want to get all up in that thing? Plus, Funko channels their inner Polly Pocket with a new Bitty Pop! Bitty Box collection. And, Lumon can keep their finger traps and waffle parties, Severance action figures are the only incentives that would motivate our “