Pod Stallions 127: Badder than old King Kong

There are Giants, and there are behemoths and monsters galore, but there’s only ONE King Kong. Well, technically, there’s one that’s been done and recycled in various ways, and as episode one for October ‘25 we celebrate the biggest ape of all.

A misunderstood creature who basically likes the ladies and wants to be left alone, Kong has loomed large since first leaving Skull Island in 1933, and we cover all the sequels, remakes, Kaiju and cartoon versions in the newest Pod Stallions.

Enjoy our tribute to the 8th Wonder of the World, the King called Kong!

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King Kong Escapes, King Kong, Kong Skull Island, Willis O’Brien, Rick Baker, Jeff Bridges, Dino Delaurentis, King Kong Lives, Mighty Joe Young, Empire State Building, RKO, Crestwood Books, Halloween, Pod Stallions, Pod Stallions podcast, Plaid Stallions Podcast, Plaid Stallions, Mego, Mego King Kong, King Kong toys, Mecha Kong, Doctor Who, Toho, Godzilla, Frankenstein

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Japanese Jaws 3D display (sponsored link)—

JAWS 3D is a guilty pleasure my wife and I both share; it’s just the perfect mix of schlock for us. If it’s on TV, we have to watch it, just like our “Goodfellas” rule. Seeing that Japan has recognized this film’s true greatness is another reason I want to move there. 

Sandokan film strips (sponsored link) —

I’m really intrigued by this film strip series, here showcasing the popular “Sandokan” pirate series. I wonder what other properties got such treatment? 

JotaStar Doctor Who Card Game (sponsored link)

I think I’ve featured these before but I’m a sucker for weird Tom Baker merchandise. A lot of the merchandising art back then was kind of …depressing.

Bootleg Blacula Halloween Mask (Sponsored Link)–

I don’t know the origins of this mask, but it sure feels like William Marshall was the inspiration.

Buck Rogers Game from Brazil (sponsored link) —

I have never seen this toy before. I think the most interesting thing about it is how Joseph Wiseman is so predominant on the packaging. Wiseman’s Draco was largely cut out of the film and only mentioned in the series, so it’s interesting that they promoted him as the big bad. I also just found out he was Canadian.

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Issue #13 of Toy-Ventures Magazine will feature the never-before-seen plans for the 1983 World’s Greatest Superheroes toy line and a cover featuring artwork specially commissioned for Mego’s catalogue, gloriously coloured by Robyn Adams, founder of the Mego Museum.

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Godzooky PLush (sponsored link) —

In the late 1970s, Knickerbocker produced plush based on the Godzilla cartoon, featuring the big G and Godzooky. I got one of those Godzillas, I still have it, and it lives in my daughter’s room. I never sought to get a Godzooky, but I’ve warmed to him over the years. That is something I’ll never do with “Baby Plas.”

Bootleg Bat-Ray Batmobile from the 1960s (sponsored link) —

I wonder how fast the folks at Tri-Play Toys drew bats on this existing item? The whole thing smacks of  “Haste.”

Monster Finger Puppets (sponsored link) —

If there was ever a Gen-X secret handshake, it’s these little dudes. I remember getting them free with toothpaste (!) at Miracle Mart as a kid. I think I know at least two people with a tattoo of these. I should get some.

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Universal Studios Baby Frank souvenir – (sponsored link) 

Universal Studios created Baby Frank as a cutesy “Scrappy Dooish” Frankenstein (Corey LeChat covered this character extensively in Toy-Ventures Issue 5 if interested in knowing more), and this felt pennant is just one of the items that featured him. There was also a costume made so they had an actor walking around at the parks themselves.

As much as I’m a huge Monster Kid with Frankenstein always being my #1 character, I can’t sanction this buffoonery. Baby Frank leaves me cold for some reason. I do own some merchandise with him on it, but it’s always got his papa with him.

UFO Grendizer Pencil Sharpener (sponsored link) ––

Making boring old school supplies into cool toys is an art form, and whoever made this is a total Davinci.  If I had this in grade school, it would have been taken away by the teacher. I was a “Teacher takes his stuff a lot” kind of kid. 

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Issue #13 of Toy-Ventures Magazine will feature the never-before-seen plans for the 1983 World’s Greatest Superheroes toy line and a cover featuring artwork specially commissioned for Mego’s catalogue, gloriously coloured by Robyn Adams, founder of the Mego Museum.

The Blood-A-Rama Shock Festival Pack

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Bootleg Godzilla Bubble Store Display (sponsored link) —

It’s a bit out of my price range, but I do love the style of this Zilla, and the adorable widdle top hat is only helping to enhance his appeal.

AHI Spider-Man Swim vest (sponsored link) —

As a kid, seeing Spider-Man hawking swim stuff instead of I dunno, Aquaman or Submariner, used to get on my nerves. However, I also stopped mixing my Marvel and DC megos at a certain age because of comic continuity. This may be a “me” problem.

Superman the Movie Poster Art set (sponsored link) —

I’ve got Superman on the brain this week, but honestly, I don’t think I’ve ever seen this set before. The packaging really pops, and I would have been all over this in 1978, and look, more than four markers.

Tol Toys “Star Trek” Set from Australia (sponsored link) —

This toy from Australia is quite curious; it has no connection to the TV series at all. It probably flew right under Paramount’s radar at the time. Also, I like the Aliens.

Robby the Robot Knock Off Vending Machine Toy (sponsored link)—

My friend Courtney sent me this, and it’s the kind of stuff I obsess about. These kinds of toys come into our lives and then after a lunchtime, poof! There was no brand name, no company, no nothing.  Tracking down stuff like this will bring you close to madness.  It’s amazing that these kinds of things survived.

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Issue #13 of Toy-Ventures Magazine will feature the never-before-seen plans for the 1983 World’s Greatest Superheroes toy line and a cover featuring artwork specially commissioned for Mego’s catalogue, gloriously coloured by Robyn Adams, founder of the Mego Museum.

The Blood-A-Rama Shock Festival Pack

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Doris Fish Forever “Vegas In Space” Action Doll Kickstarter Announced

July 9, San Francisco, CA

Doris Fish Forever is pleased to announce the July 10 launch of a Kickstarter campaign to finance officially licensed 8 inch Action Dolls inspired by the beloved 1991 LGBTQ cult movie classic ‘Vegas In Space’, co-created by Doris Fish (1952-1991), Miss X, and Phillip R Ford. 

The Kickstarter runs for 30 days and will finance the production of a set of four articulated, clothed figures with the goal of delivering to product backers by December of this year. Stretch goals for additional characters will be offered. 

Created by artist and transgender activist Robyn Adams, the founder of both Mego Museum and Doris Fish Forever, this project brings together her love of 1970s 8-inch action figures and her passion project archiving and celebrating the life and work of Australian drag pioneer Doris Fish and her group the Sluts A Go-Go.

Manufactured by White Elephant Toys (Adventure Command, Lincoln Monsters, the Official Tura Santana action figure) and designed with toy industry professionals Andrew Covalt (sculptor for Mego) and Esther Skandunas (costumer for Mattel, Sideshow Collectibles) as well as Mego community artist Jessica Rotich these dolls are “SIMPLY STUNNING,” as Doris Fish would say.

Already the subject of a comprehensive NEW YORK TIMES BEST-SELLING 2023 biography, “Who Does That Bitch Think She Is: Doris Fish and the Rise of Drag”, the making of Doris Fish’s  Vegas In Space (co-written with Miss X and film director Phillip R Ford) has just been optioned for a movie co-written by filmmaker and podcaster Michael Varrati and by drag superstar Peaches Christ, who will also direct. 

The 1991 film is also slated to be restored and released on 4k Blu-Ray by Troma Entertainment, the original distributors of the film, which was shown at both the Cannes and Sundance film festivals.

Learn more about Doris Fish at the DorisFish.com digital archive.

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Big Jim Dr. Bushido (sponsored link) —

Big Jim’s European Adventures in the 1980s felt a lot like it was mimicking 80s Italian cinema with its spy and science fiction mashups. Take Jim’s futuristic enemy, Dr. Bushido, who has this new wave “Ming the Merciless” thing going on, combined with a freaking glow-in-the-dark samurai sword! He looks like an extra from the unfilmed “Yor: The Hunter from the Future” sequel. Now, all we need is a soundtrack from Goblin!

Glasslite Blue Thunder Frank Action Figure (sponsored link)

Glasslite of Brazil is one of my favourite foreign toy makers, and I’m sure I only appreciate a 10th of their output.  These Blue Thunder action figures are something different from the Multi-Toys versions in the US. This Frank Chaney doesn’t resemble James Farentino, but the card art certainly bears a resemblance to Roy Scheider!

A sealed can of Mattel Slime (sponsored link) —

Wow, a true 1970s legend is sealed in there or is it? If you purchase this item, not only do you get a classic toy, but also a thought experiment in quantum mechanics. Is there still slime in there, or is it something else? This is Schroedinger’s Slime.

Gatchaman Japanese Pop-Up Book (sponsored link)

How did this excellent book escape my gaze? As some may know, I met my wife because of this cartoon, and hey, that really worked out, so I truly love the merchandise. I’m always a fan of stuff that features a lot of Zoltar and also the insides are gorgeous!

I mean, will you drink this in? It’s wonderful!

Micronauts BioTron Ben Cooper Halloween Costume (sponsored link)

I’m currently working on a Toy-Ventures episode about the amazing Micronauts merchandise not made by Mego. These Ben Cooper costumes are part of that discussion and SO up my alley. You’d think I’d own this, but no, I’ve never had that moment. 

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Rarer AHI Mr Spock Bop Bag sold at Pool Stores (sponsored link) —

So AHI (Azrak-Hamway Inc) was famous for Rack Toys like the Mr. Spock Bop Bag (which is my doorstop here at the office) they also had a thriving pool toys business. This version of the Bop bag has a different design and is sold in a large baggie.

Hal Needham Stuntman Playset by Gabriel Toys (sponsored link)

This is a truly innovative toy concept from the mid-1970s, a doll based on the legendary stuntman Hal Needham. This allowed kids to do real stunt work. Obviously, this set saw some play, as Hal’s head came off, which is probably not something that happened to the real guy.

The Mighty Hercules Book and Record set from Japan (Sponsored Link) 

As a Canadian kid, I thrilled to the Adventures of the Mighty Hercules and his idiot sidekick, Newton, his idiot sidekick, Newton.  (if you get that joke you are cool) I am blown away that this show had any popularity in Japan but now this is all I can think of.

Spider-Man Super Klobbers by AHI (sponsored link)

I’m not surprised that AHI chose to rip off Socker Boppers; they sold a lot of inflatable toys and well, they had the Spider-Man license. What’s surprising is how rare these are, I guess they did not take off.

Big Jim Cipsa Kid Acero Lobomovil (sponsored link) 

This vehicle was known as “The Beast” in the USA and was the first vehicle available for the P.A.C.K toys, mainly because it’s a repainted Camper. In Mexico, they didn’t have the same characters so they drew over the (GLORIOUS!) Jack Kirby’s art and turned them into bad Guy Garfio and Good guy Hombe Bionico. I love this so much but this freaking thing is such a space killer. Ugh, this is going to bug me….

Oh God, I just realized Hombre Invisible was added! Agggghhhh I have no money!

Issue #13 of Toy-Ventures Magazine will feature the never-before-seen plans for the 1983 World’s Greatest Superheroes toy line and a cover featuring artwork specially commissioned for Mego’s catalogue, gloriously coloured by Robyn Adams, founder of the Mego Museum.

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I remember this wave of Marvel figures being a big deal then. Collectors hadn’t seen Marvel action figures since Secret Wars a few years earlier and this felt like a drought was over. Since then, I don’t think we’ve had a single year where Marvel characters didn’t get action figures. 

Marvel’s licensing department was in fine form for this year with relationships with many companies that are sadly no longer.

Here’s that ToyFair list stitched together.

I will admit to being really excited about that Captain America film. Even when I saw a bootleg copy of it in ’91, I still thought it had merit. Apparently there is a different cut to this that director Albert Pyun championed. I hope I can see that version. 

I bought this mainly because of the costumed character photos for my still unfinished book Mall of Justice.

If you have photos and stories like these, send ’em on down!

Issue #13 of Toy-Ventures Magazine will feature the never-before-seen plans for the 1983 World’s Greatest Superheroes toy line and a cover featuring artwork specially commissioned for Mego’s catalogue, gloriously coloured by Robyn Adams, founder of the Mego Museum.

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Issue #13 of Toy-Ventures Magazine will feature the never-before-seen plans for the 1983 World’s Greatest Superheroes toy line and a cover featuring artwork specially commissioned for Mego’s catalogue, gloriously coloured by Robyn Adams, founder of the Mego Museum.

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Amazing Spanish Sticker book (affiliate link)–

I featured this incredible sticker book in the “regerts” part of my Monster Bash recap. I can’t begin to describe how cool it is. It seems to have been a puzzle activity, but the range of characters is amazing, including Paul Naschy as Waldemar! It’s epic, amazing, and I wish I had bought it. Please do yourself a favour and look at the photos of this thing, it’s soo cool.

Bionic Man Paint by Numbers set (affiliate link) —

I may not know art but I know what I like.

Tara Toys Dark Adventure Play Case (affiliate link) —

I can’t get over how many 80s Fantasy playsets used the same characters. I never saw this clever set before but nearly all of the monsters are old friends. Heck it even includes the Colorforms Outer Space men in there (which I had in this cool set Alien Attack, see below.)

Miyarabi’s Prayer: Kill Mechagodzilla 45 

While this is from my favourite Godzilla film of all time, I was never a fan of this song to King Cesar as a kid because it slowed down an otherwise fast paced film. I never knew it was released as a single before.

The Ultimate collection of Collegeville Ultra-Man costumes (affiliate link) —

If you like Ultra-Man AND Halloween Costumes, this auction is fantastic as it showcases all the variants (Which, BTW, are in issue 6 of Toy-Ventures, just sayin’) and the original prototypes from the Collegeville archives. One of a kind stuff makes me giddy.

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During its brief tenure, Atlas changed the comic industry and attracted talents like Larry Lieber, Steve Ditko, Jeff Rovin, and Howard Chaykin, to name but a few.

Recently, the Atlas properties have been revived and optioned for a series of TV and film projects.

Mego is launching four new 8″ Atlas figures based on their classic comic designs next weekend at New York Comic Con. Wal-Mart will reveal a new character each convention day and give away 100 of each figure. Marty Abrams will sign all four days of NYCC at the Wal-Mart booth. The first wave of Mego Atlas Comics figures comes in a display box complete with a reprint of the character’s first issue. It is expected to be available at Walmart.com this December.

Marvel Comics News:

Mego also revealed that the upcoming Marvel waves will be exclusive to Disney Stores, Theme Parks, and the Disney website. Each series will consist of four Megos in their classic window boxes. Wave 1 of the Marvel line is expected to ship in December 2024, and four waves are scheduled for 2025, bringing a total of 20 Marvel Mego figures in the coming months. Disney will reveal characters in the coming weeks.

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We co-produced this amazing action figure with White Elephant Toyz; it’s an 8″ Mego Style Officially Licensed Tura Satana figure with a beautiful box by Joeseph Linsner! Get yours while supplies last.

Knock Offs; Totally Unauthorized Action Figures the book

Knock-Offs Totally Unauthorized Action figures is from the demented mind that brought you “Rack Toys: Cheap, Crazed Playthings” and features hundreds of hilarious, charming, copyright infringing toys. Get a signed copy in our shop! 5 Awesome

Facebook Groups we enjoy

The official FB group for PlaidStallions, come for the conversation, stay for the chill vibe. Remember, you keep the glass

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