Jun 24, 2019
Toy Geeks Behind The Counter S3E17: ' Super Star Destroyer McMullen'
Toy Geeks Behind the Counter is back with a brand-new episode featuring none other than Bill McMullen. The Geeks (George, Ben, and Jack) chatted with 'Billions' about his intriguing, inspiring, and eclectic career. It was a pleasure to learn about the origins of his pioneering AD-AT toy as well as the just released Super Star Destroyer from Munky King. The first-hand look at the SDCC exclusive edition was a personal highlight as well. We also reviewed several new toys released at Five Points Festival including a pair of adFunture releases, Sad Salesman's new Symbiosis vinyl from Clutter and more.
The Super Star Destroyer McMullen (S3E17) episode is available for streaming on Youtube or below.
Mar 18, 2019
Toy Geeks: Behind the Counter S3E6: 'Send Nudies'
Back on track with a weekly schedule, the brand-new episode of Toy Geeks: Behind the Counter is available now for streaming on Youtube and after the jump. Titled Send Nudies, S3E6 features regular Geeks George Gaspar, Ben Goretsky, Jack Muramatsu and a guest appearance from our producer/man behind the camera, DeKorner Kevin.
Hit play, sit back, and enjoy reviews of the Kickstarter-launched Neudies, King Size Kill Kat from Andrew Bell, Kidrobot's Kaiju Dunny Battle minis, the 1/12 Popeye from Mezco, and Mister Self Indulgent from Nouar and Martian Toys.
Mar 06, 2019
Toy Geeks Behind the Counter With Unruly Industries
Rejoice! Toy Geeks Behind the Counter is back with another geek-tastic half-hour for you to enjoy. On this episode, Kevin Ellis and Erik Scoggan of Unruly Industries dropped by to show us prototypes of four of the original art toys coming from Sideshow's brand-new designer toy label. Watch on Youtube or below for the inside scoop on Unruly Industries and to find out what truly creeps Ben Goretsky out.
Feb 05, 2019
Toy Geeks Behind the Counter S3 EP2 with Luke Chueh
Toy Geeks Behind the Counter is back with another thrilling episode for you to geek out to. 'Loose Chueh' (S3 EP2) features guest artist Luke Chueh as well as regular geeks George Gaspar, Ben Goretsky and yours truly. Luke dropped by to help the crew review toys and for a preview of his Black And White and Then Some solo opening at Rotofugi on March 2nd. Be sure to watch the brand-new episode on Youtube or below to check out his new paintings and for reviews of the new Tokidoki x Hello Kitty minis, DC Artist Alley figures by Sho Murase and more.
Nov 07, 2018
Toy Geeks Behind The Counter S2E26 —DCon Preview with DKE
Toy Geeks Behind the Counter returns with gleaming 24k At-Wazi-V as part of a special DesignerCon preview with special guest Dov Kelemer from DKE. It’s available for your streaming pleasure on Youtube or below (after the jump) George, Ben and Jack M. took a look and gave their ‘expert’ opinions (!) on DKE’s entire DCon lineup which is filled to the top with a wide-range of indie bootleg-style carded action figures.
Sep 28, 2018
Toy Geeks Behind the Counter: DKE NYCC Preview
What’s this?!? Two Toy Geeks Behind the Counter episodes in a week? You bet. And… Dov’s 3rd episode in a row no less. S2E25 is up and features Dov giving us a complete first-hand preview of DKE’s NYCC lineup that will be available at their booth[#575]. Stream the episode on Youtube or below to see the diverse selection of artful action figures headed to NYCC.
Sep 27, 2018
Toy Geeks Behind The Counter S2E24 : Reviews and Previews with Dov
Rejoice! Toy Geeks Behind the Counter S2E24 is up and ready for your streaming pleasure on Youtube or below. Return guest Dov Kelemer is joined by the geeks—George, Ben, and Sarah Jo—to review toys and preview new figures from Shag and Ron English.
Sep 16, 2018
Toy Geeks Behind The Counter S2E23 with Scott C.
Heads up fellow Toy Geeks! The latest episode of Toy Geeks Behind the Counter featuring guest artist Scott C. has dropped and is ready for your streaming pleasure on Youtube or below. Joined by George, Ben and Sarah Jo, the geeks take a look at Scott C.’s new books as well as the 90th Anniversary Mickey Mouse minis. If you’re wondering, Toy Geeks normally airs new weekly episodes on Tuesdays though sometimes real life gets in the way :)
Jul 31, 2018
Toy Geeks Behind the Counter S2E18 – SDCC 2018 Recap
It’s Tuesday… which means a brand-new episode of Toy Geeks Behind the Counter. This time around, Ben, Jack and guest Scott Tolleson take a look back at SDCC 2018 by rummaging through and commenting on Ben’s Comic-Con buys. Stream the episode from Youtube or below for our takes on new figures from Pop Life, Kidrobot, Funko, Alex Pardee, BAIT, 1000 Toys and more. Be sure to grab a snack before you dive in, this one clocks in at a over an hour.
Jul 24, 2018
Toy Geeks Behind the Counter S2 E17 -- ‘You Made It Gross-er’
The Toy Geeks are back with a brand-new episode. Toy Geeks Behind the Counter S2 E17 features Ben, George, Sarah Jo and Jack (yours truly) chatting about toys, dodging Raptors, and enjoying ‘safe’ pretend Kinder Eggs. Watch it on Youtube or below. Ok here’s a more detailed list of what put in our two cents about : Jurassic World "Blue" Mask - Frank Kozik 5 inch Murder Dunny - 1990's TMNT Baby Turtles Box Set - Tristan Eaton's Starbucks Collection - Kinder Chocolate Eggs - Jeff Gillette's Minksy - Super Plastic's Janky Toys. After a bit of a hiatus to reorganize, the show should be back on a weekly schedule. Stay tuned for more geekiness!
Apr 24, 2018
Toy Geeks Behind the Counter with Patrick Lam
Ahhh… The fresh smell of a brand-new, mint Toy Geeks Behind the Counter episode. S2 E11 features LA-based power player Patrick Lam of Munky King and is available to stream in glorious 1080p on Youtube or right below. I start things off with a quick recap of Shanghai Toy Show—more detailed recap here—and then we dive into looking at several of the sweet toys I scored at STS including Lazy by Benson Wong and Devil Toys, The Ink Monkey King by J.T Studio, the Nano TEQ63 from QUICCS and Devil Toys, the brand-new Kaiju Hunting mini series from Paradise and more. Sliding from Shanghai to MK, Patrick shows us the new 10th Anniversary Possessed which drops on May 4th, the extended lineup of ‘The Messenger’ designed by kaNO including the sexy incoming frosted edition.
Slow? Watch TGBTC S2E11 on Youtube
Mar 06, 2018
Toy Geeks Behind The Counter S2 E4: ‘Vinyl Vs. Resin’
This week’s episode of Toy Geeks Behind the Counter video podcast is up on Youtube (and below) for you to geek out to. Episode 4 of the brand-new second season features guest Tracy Tubera who joins Jack V., Ben, and Jack M. for an epic showdown of the virtues of vinyl vs. resin—ok, maybe not, but it’s a good discussion. Along the way, we take an extended look at Tracy’s on point resin figures he’s done over the years with Mana Studios. As always, we also review a few other recently released toys.
Feb 28, 2018
Toy Geeks Behind the Counter S2 E3 with Reina Koyano
This week’s Toy Geeks Behind the Counter episode features Japanese artist Reina Koyano. She unveiled her new Mag Girl vinyl coming your way on Saturday (3.3) from 3DRetro with both a release event at the store and an online drop. Based on her popular print, the piece is a strong 3D translation of her sexy lady sporting a full outfit drawn from Nike’s wild Back to the Future-inspired kicks. Reina, Ben, Jack V. and new geek Mitchell DeGuzman also give their takes on a new batch of toys including Igor Ventura’s amazing Death of Innocence Dunny. TGBTC S2 E3 is available from streaming now on Youtube or below for your convenience.
Feb 20, 2018
Toy Geeks Behind The Counter – S2E2 ‘Incredible Chamaco’
Rejoice! The latest and greatest episode of your favorite art toy web show is up and ready for your streaming pleasure over on YouTube or below. Episode 2 of Toy Geeks Behind the Counter’s brand-new second season features cool pup Chamaco as guest accompanied by his human, Carlos East. Geeks Ben, Jack V. and Jack M. round out the counter crew this time ‘round. Toys? Oh yeah! Showa TK Troopers, Mazinger Z: real vs. bootleg, Marvel Select Gladiator Hulk, Saturday Morning Collection Mystery Minis and more.
Feb 13, 2018
Toy Geeks Behind the Counter Season 2 is Here!
You’ve been waiting all winter for the thaw, the sun, and Season 2 of Toy Geeks Behind the Counter. Well… at least one of three isn’t too bad… TGBTC S2 E1 is now up for your watching pleasure—a full hour ! Check out the first episode of the new season featuring Ben, Jack V., Sarah Jo and guest host George. Watch it below or on Youtube.
Jan 23, 2018
Toy Geeks Behind the Counter S2 starts 2.13
Toy Geeks Behind the Counter is… officially… back! Season 2 will air every Tuesday beginning with the first episode on 2.13. Check out the lavishly produced trailer featuring Jack V., Ben, De Kevin, Sarah Jo, Jack M. (Me), and Mitch. More guests, more geeks, more bad puns, more awesomeness.