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Toy-Ventures: The 1975 Toys-R-Us Catalogue is Dyn-O-Mite!

Toy-Ventures returns with a look at the 1975 Toys R Us Catalogue featuring all the big names like Mr. Spock, the Wizard of Oz, Steve Austin, the Six Million Dollar Man, and Evel Knievel. Come visit Christmas 50 years ago with us. Which toy did you ask for but never got? Let me know in […]

5 Awesome Things on eBay this week

5 Awesome Things on eBay this week- Jack Kirby Sings, Space Sleeping bags, Spock Ears, King King Kite and ALIEN ATTACK! 70s Space themed Sleeping Bag (sponsored link) — My friend Courtney found this gem. I love the vague Japanese influence on this, but I can’t figure out if it’s knocking off something or not.  […]

Astro Simians with Pink Radios: A Lincoln Monsters Story

A few months ago, I started fiddling with parts and pieces for possible future Lincoln Monsters releases using existing tooling. It is a time-honoured tradition in toy companies, and I managed to craft a CustoMego figure I’ve wanted since the 4th grade, a green space Ape. Win/Win. During one of our meetings, Frank mentioned that […]

5 Awesome Things on eBay this week

5 Awesome Things on eBay this week- Fisher Price drinkware, Doctor Who, People Pieces, a big regret and the Penguin rides a chopper! Disclaimer: Links are Sponsored but the opinions are my own. Chem-Toy Halloween “People Pieces” (sponsored link) — It “Pants-Wettingly Terrifying” was the goal here, Mission Accomplished. This guy is showing up in […]

Wishbook : Simpson’s 1975: Mego-Big Jim- GI Joe

Plaid Stallions wouldn’t exist without wishbooks, especially the ones I grew up with. I’m attempting to bring out some of my favourites druing December. I vividly remember getting this one tucked in the Saturday Star as kid. This is from Simpson’s a long since deceased (but missed) retailer. The action figure selection is pretty awesome […]

5 Awesome Things on eBay this week

5 Awesome Things on eBay this week- Dick Smith kits, Sonic Battle Blaster, Maskatron & James Bond Knockoffs and Fudgey the Whale! Links are sponsored, content and opinions entirely my own. Carvel Fudgy the Whale Plush (sponsored link)  I posted this here in the hopes of everyone reading it in Tom Carvel’s unforgettable voice. Also, […]

5 Awesome Things on eBay this week

5 Awesome Things on eBay this week- Mayor McCheese, Bootleg Battle of the Planets, Archie Bunker, Star Blazers and the very first Stretch Armstrong. Disclaimer: These links are sponsored, but the opinions are my own. Archie Bunker Patches (sponsored link) — I grew up in a post-All in the Family world. I was way too […]

Review: Behind the Castle Doors: The Origin of the Hilarious House of Frightenstein

Review: Behind the Castle Doors: The Origin of the Hilarious House of Frightenstein (2025) Directed by Morgan Baker & Tammy Heisel There has been a growing trend to embrace vintage Canadian children’s television, and it’s long overdue. Whether it’s through film, podcast, book, or clothing line, these programs are part of our collective cultural heritage, […]

5 Awesome Things on eBay this week

5 Awesome Things on eBay this week- Monster Stickers, Sesame Street crafts, Ultraman and the parking pass from Manimal! links are sponsored, opinions entirely my own. Oscar the Grouch Needlepoint (sponsored link)  I know there’s someone out there looking for a little bit of art therapy right now. GO. FOR. IT   Glow in the […]