Episodes
Monday Feb 17, 2020
Feb 17, 2020: Let's Get Hyperreal - Video Podcast
Monday Feb 17, 2020
Monday Feb 17, 2020
New York Toy Fair is just around the corner, and while Hasbro seems to have given away the secrets early, Star Wars Action News hosts Arnie and Marjorie think a few more surprises are on the way.
One of those is likely Hasbro’s Hyperreal Bespin Luke Skywalker figure from The Empire Strikes Back. Is that something to get exited over? In prep, join Marjorie and Arnie in this episode where they get Hyperreal, and hands-on, with Hasbro’s Hyperreal Darth Vader figure.
Then join them this weekend for all the coverage LIVE from New York, including Hasbro, LEGO, Gentle Giant, Kotobukiya, and more! Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Monday Feb 17, 2020
Feb 17, 2020: Let's Get Hyperreal - Audio Podcast
Monday Feb 17, 2020
Monday Feb 17, 2020
New York Toy Fair is just around the corner, and while Hasbro seems to have given away the secrets early, Star Wars Action News hosts Arnie and Marjorie think a few more surprises are on the way.
One of those is likely Hasbro’s Hyperreal Bespin Luke Skywalker figure from The Empire Strikes Back. Is that something to get exited over? In prep, join Marjorie and Arnie in this episode where they get Hyperreal, and hands-on, with Hasbro’s Hyperreal Darth Vader figure.
Then join them this weekend for all the coverage LIVE from New York, including Hasbro, LEGO, Gentle Giant, Kotobukiya, and more! Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.
Tuesday Jan 07, 2020
Jan 7, 2020: Star Wars Collectors' 2019 Year in Review - Audio Podcast
Tuesday Jan 07, 2020
Tuesday Jan 07, 2020
For Star Wars collectors 2019 was a mix of the good, the bad, and the ugly.
The good included the most detailed Star Wars vehicle/playset ever in the form of Jabba's Sail Barge. Plus the Black Series 6-inch line continued strong with great offerings from Clone Wars Armor Obi-Wan Kenobi to The Mandalorian, plus several Rise of Skywalker figures.
Mixed in with that was some bad: The limited-articulation 3.75" line that had been a mainstay for years was cancelled. The Vintage Collection filled that niche, but lacked in new figures and in-store availability. The new 5-inch Galaxy of Adventures line didn't click with many collectors.
Then in the ugly was the limited availability of Retro Collection figures at Target--especially the multi-colored Darth Vader. And what, no Baby Yoda toys?
In this new Star Wars Action News podcast the team comes together to reflect on what the last year brought--and what they hope the new year can deliver!
Tuesday Jan 07, 2020
Jan 7, 2020: Star Wars Collectors' 2019 Year in Review - Video Podcast
Tuesday Jan 07, 2020
Tuesday Jan 07, 2020
For Star Wars collectors 2019 was a mix of the good, the bad, and the ugly.
The good included the most detailed Star Wars vehicle/playset ever in the form of Jabba's Sail Barge. Plus the Black Series 6-inch line continued strong with great offerings from Clone Wars Armor Obi-Wan Kenobi to The Mandalorian, plus several Rise of Skywalker figures.
Mixed in with that was some bad: The limited-articulation 3.75" line that had been a mainstay for years was cancelled. The Vintage Collection filled that niche, but lacked in new figures and in-store availability. The new 5-inch Galaxy of Adventures line didn't click with many collectors.
Then in the ugly was the limited availability of Retro Collection figures at Target--especially the multi-colored Darth Vader. And what, no Baby Yoda toys?
In this new Star Wars Action News podcast the team comes together to reflect on what the last year brought--and what they hope the new year can deliver!
Monday Dec 23, 2019
Dec 23, 2019: Roundtable of Skywalker
Monday Dec 23, 2019
Monday Dec 23, 2019
What's better than a new Star Wars movie in theaters? Talking about it with friends after watching! Continuing the tradition started with The Force Awakens, the Star Wars Action News team has gathered to discuss all aspects of The Rise of Skywalker. Join them, and feel the Force of friendship and Star Wars love!
Thursday Nov 28, 2019
Star Wars 2019 Holiday Gift and Black Friday Sale Guide - Video Podcast
Thursday Nov 28, 2019
Thursday Nov 28, 2019
Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Star Wars Action News.
And, for the 15th consecutive year, Thanksgiving means it's time for another Star Wars Action News podcast!
If you're going shopping for Black Friday, watch this episode as Arnie & Marjorie run down all the Star Wars sales in stores and online.
Then, as the holiday shopping season swings into full gear, the Star Wars Action News hosts go down their 2019 Star Wars Gift Guide. From books to figures, prop replicas to kitchenware and more, it's sure to have the perfect item for the hard-to-buy-for Star Wars fan in your life!
So before the tryptophan coma kicks in, sit back and enjoy this new Star Wars Action News show!
Items discussed on this show include:
BLACK FRIDAY SALES:
- Jedi Fallen Order X-Box One S Bundle - $199 ($100 off)
- Target - Select Star Wars Toys Buy One Get One 50% Off
- Star Wars 4k Movies - $22.99
- JC Penny - $7.50 Galactic Heroes and Titan Figures
- JC Penny - Star Wars T-Shirts 66% off
- Gamestop - Star Wars Pinball for Nintendo Switch - $24.99 ($5 off)
- Gamestop - 20% off all LEGO Sets
Entertainment Earth:
- Sphero BB-8: $39.99
- LEGO Slave I - $89.99
- Kylo Ren Force FX Deluxe Saber - $79.99 ($120 off!)
- Black Series Dewback with Stormtrooper - $21.99 (63% off)
- Black Series Battle Droid - $14.99
- Hasbro Vintage Collection Skiff - $30.99
- Hot Wheels Elite Poe Dameron’s X-Wing Die Cast Vehicle - $34.99 (50% off)
STAR WARS GIFT GUIDE:
Holiday Themed Items:
- LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar
- Funko Star Wars Christmas POP! Vinyl Figures
- Kurt S. Adler Leia/Artoo Statue
Subscriptions:
Figures:
- ASIS Film Models Baby Yoda (3.75” or 6” scale)
- Hyperreal Darth Vader
- The Mandalorian - Carbonized or First Release Variant Black Series Figures
- Hot Toys Endor Leia with Wicket
- Hot Toys Prequel and Original Trilogy Figures
- S.H. Figuarts Luke Skywalker
Other Toys:
Role Play/FX Collectibles:
Video Games:
- Star Wars Arcade from 1-Up Special Edition on Home Shopping Network Cyber Monday?
- Legends Ultimate Home Arcade Special Edition
Statues and Busts:
- Kylo Ren Legends in 3D 1:2 Scale Bust from Gentle Giant
- The Mandalorian Legends in 3D 1:2 Scale Bust from Diamond Select Toys
- Kotobukiya Darth Maul Art-FX+ Statue
Books:
Journey to the Rise of Skywalker :
- Resistance Reborn - by Rebecca Roanhorse (adult)
- Star Wars: Force Collector by Kevin Shinick (Y)
- Spark of the Resistance - by Justina Ireland (Y)
- Choose Your Destiny: A Finn & Poe Adventure - Cavan Scott (Y)
- The Art of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker by Phil Szostak
- Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Visual Dictionary by Pablo Hidalgo
- Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Official Guide (DK Publishing, December 2019) by Matt Jones
- Ultimate Star Wars: New Edition by Adam Bray, Cole Horton, Tricia Barr, and Ryder Windham
- The Moviemaking Magic of Star Wars: Ships & Battles by Landry Walker
- Star Wars: The Ultimate Pop-Up Galaxy by Matthew Reinhart and illustrated by Kevin M. Wilson
- Thrawn: Treason by Timothy Zahn
- Alphabet Squadron by Alexander Freed (book 2 coming in 2020)
Shirts and Apparrel:
- Baby Yoda T-Shirts (Licensed)
- Stance Star Wars Galactic 4 Collection
- Stance Star Wars Duos 4 Pack
- Stance Star Wars BB Box Set
- Tom’s Star Wars Shoes
Other:
- Wampa Bean Bag Chair
- BB-8 Tiki
- Han and Greedo Tiki Set
- Original Trilogy Tiki Set
- Stormtrooper Beer
- Swarovski Star Wars Figurines
- Royal Selangor Pewter Yoda Figurine
- Royal Selangor Han in Carbonite Box
- Regal Robot Space Slug Desk Organizer
- Bioworld Empire Glass Jar Stationary Set
- Bioworld Star Wars Tape Dispenser
- Bioworld TIE Fighter Stapler
- Bioworld R2-D2 Scarf
- Seven20 Rebel Throw PillowLe Creuset Star Wars Kitchenware - High end casserole dishes, trivets and the all important Pie Bird Porg
(Some links may be affiliate links, and a small portion of sales may support keeping Star Wars Action News on the air)
Thursday Nov 28, 2019
Star Wars 2019 Holiday Gift and Black Friday Sale Guide - Audio Podcast
Thursday Nov 28, 2019
Thursday Nov 28, 2019
Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Star Wars Action News.
And, for the 15th consecutive year, Thanksgiving means it's time for another Star Wars Action News podcast!
If you're going shopping for Black Friday, watch this episode as Arnie & Marjorie run down all the Star Wars sales in stores and online.
Then, as the holiday shopping season swings into full gear, the Star Wars Action News hosts go down their 2019 Star Wars Gift Guide. From books to figures, prop replicas to kitchenware and more, it's sure to have the perfect item for the hard-to-buy-for Star Wars fan in your life!
So before the tryptophan coma kicks in, sit back and enjoy this new Star Wars Action News show!
Items discussed on this show include:
BLACK FRIDAY SALES:
- Jedi Fallen Order X-Box One S Bundle - $199 ($100 off)
- Target - Select Star Wars Toys Buy One Get One 50% Off
- Star Wars 4k Movies - $22.99
- JC Penny - $7.50 Galactic Heroes and Titan Figures
- JC Penny - Star Wars T-Shirts 66% off
- Gamestop - Star Wars Pinball for Nintendo Switch - $24.99 ($5 off)
- Gamestop - 20% off all LEGO Sets
Entertainment Earth:
- Sphero BB-8: $39.99
- LEGO Slave I - $89.99
- Kylo Ren Force FX Deluxe Saber - $79.99 ($120 off!)
- Black Series Dewback with Stormtrooper - $21.99 (63% off)
- Black Series Battle Droid - $14.99
- Hasbro Vintage Collection Skiff - $30.99
- Hot Wheels Elite Poe Dameron’s X-Wing Die Cast Vehicle - $34.99 (50% off)
STAR WARS GIFT GUIDE:
Holiday Themed Items:
- LEGO Star Wars Advent Calendar
- Funko Star Wars Christmas POP! Vinyl Figures
- Kurt S. Adler Leia/Artoo Statue
Subscriptions:
Figures:
- ASIS Film Models Baby Yoda (3.75” or 6” scale)
- Hyperreal Darth Vader
- The Mandalorian - Carbonized or First Release Variant Black Series Figures
- Hot Toys Endor Leia with Wicket
- Hot Toys Prequel and Original Trilogy Figures
- S.H. Figuarts Luke Skywalker
Other Toys:
Role Play/FX Collectibles:
Video Games:
- Star Wars Arcade from 1-Up Special Edition on Home Shopping Network Cyber Monday?
- Legends Ultimate Home Arcade Special Edition
Statues and Busts:
- Kylo Ren Legends in 3D 1:2 Scale Bust from Gentle Giant
- The Mandalorian Legends in 3D 1:2 Scale Bust from Diamond Select Toys
- Kotobukiya Darth Maul Art-FX+ Statue
Books:
Journey to the Rise of Skywalker :
- Resistance Reborn - by Rebecca Roanhorse (adult)
- Star Wars: Force Collector by Kevin Shinick (Y)
- Spark of the Resistance - by Justina Ireland (Y)
- Choose Your Destiny: A Finn & Poe Adventure - Cavan Scott (Y)
- The Art of Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker by Phil Szostak
- Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Visual Dictionary by Pablo Hidalgo
- Star Wars: The Rise of Skywalker Official Guide (DK Publishing, December 2019) by Matt Jones
- Ultimate Star Wars: New Edition by Adam Bray, Cole Horton, Tricia Barr, and Ryder Windham
- The Moviemaking Magic of Star Wars: Ships & Battles by Landry Walker
- Star Wars: The Ultimate Pop-Up Galaxy by Matthew Reinhart and illustrated by Kevin M. Wilson
- Thrawn: Treason by Timothy Zahn
- Alphabet Squadron by Alexander Freed (book 2 coming in 2020)
Shirts and Apparrel:
- Baby Yoda T-Shirts (Licensed)
- Stance Star Wars Galactic 4 Collection
- Stance Star Wars Duos 4 Pack
- Stance Star Wars BB Box Set
- Tom’s Star Wars Shoes
Other:
- Wampa Bean Bag Chair
- BB-8 Tiki
- Han and Greedo Tiki Set
- Original Trilogy Tiki Set
- Stormtrooper Beer
- Swarovski Star Wars Figurines
- Royal Selangor Pewter Yoda Figurine
- Royal Selangor Han in Carbonite Box
- Regal Robot Space Slug Desk Organizer
- Bioworld Empire Glass Jar Stationary Set
- Bioworld Star Wars Tape Dispenser
- Bioworld TIE Fighter Stapler
- Bioworld R2-D2 Scarf
- Seven20 Rebel Throw PillowLe Creuset Star Wars Kitchenware - High end casserole dishes, trivets and the all important Pie Bird Porg
(Some links may be affiliate links, and a small portion of sales may support keeping Star Wars Action News on the air)
Monday Mar 04, 2019
Hypercast: Hasbro's Toy Fair 2019 Presentation - Video Podcast
Monday Mar 04, 2019
Monday Mar 04, 2019
No video recording was allowed during Hasbro's presentation at Toy Fair 2019, but audio recording was allowed. So enjoy this recording of Hasbro's Star Wars presentation, and the video is accompanied by photos of all the items they discuss!
Monday Mar 04, 2019
Hypercast: Hasbro's Toy Fair 2019 Presentation - Audio Podcast
Monday Mar 04, 2019
Monday Mar 04, 2019
No video recording was allowed during Hasbro's presentation at Toy Fair 2019, but audio recording was allowed. So enjoy this recording of Hasbro's Star Wars presentation, and the video is accompanied by photos of all the items they discuss!
Monday Feb 25, 2019
Feb 19, 2019: Hasbro's Toy Fair 2019 - Audio Podcast
Monday Feb 25, 2019
Monday Feb 25, 2019
All of 2019 feels like a slow build-up to the biggest cinematic event of the year: Star Wars Episode IX in December. With "Triple Force Friday" already announced for October it's clear many of the toys and figures of 2019 will be a secret for eight more months. Yet Hasbro still had plenty of Star Wars to share in both 3.75-inch and 6-inch scales at this year's Toy Fair International in New York. Join Arnie and Marjorie now for all the information directly from New York!