The Reluctant Adult Podcast

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The Reluctant Adult Podcast is your weekly reminder that growing up is optional, but buying toys as an adult is mandatory. Hosts Paul and Bill tackle the weird, wonderful world of pop culture, collectibles, and childhood obsessions that somehow got more expensive with age. From action figures to comic cons, they cover it all with the enthusiasm of kids and the disposable income of adults (barely). If your idea of “adulting” is deciding whether to open the box, this show is for you. New episodes drop every week. Follow along and remember—we don’t wanna grow up, but we already

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Unaired Jurassic Park Cartoon Pilot Unearthed, But No Sign of the Helicopter with the Foreshadowing Seatbelts
#380
Yesterday at 3:10 PM

Definitely not our dino! Amateur internet archaeologists dig up remnants of the long-rumored Jurassic Park cartoon. Plus, I need Dragonzord power, now! Playmates Toys gives fans an updated look at its Power Rangers Kickstarter, but at least one person isn’t happy with what he’s seeing. And, “Ho, ho, ho, pimp!” Santa’s stirring up controversy in the toy world! From Big Rubber Guys to Marvel Legends, Jolly Old Saint Nick better watch his back! It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Displayed in China, Mattel Reveals More DC Figures Following New York Comic Con Leak
#379
10/26/2026

Mattel’s worst-kept secret was on full display at Toy Expo China, where collectors got their first glimpse of the DCU in action figure form. Plus, you wanna get nuts? Let’s get nuts! McFarlane unmasks yet another Batman action figure as the clock ticks down on his DC license. And Super7 isn’t quite finished disappointing Ninja Turtles fans! The toy maker dropped a monstrous tease that didn’t stay a mystery for long. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast. 

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Bonus Episode! Flip-Or and the Champions of Nefarity Wave 2 Kickstarter with Mad Hatter and Mega Jay Retro
#378
10/22/2026

Mad Hatter and Mega Jay Retro swing by to pimp their ride-or-die, Flip-Or, and unleash Wave 2 of the Champions of Nefarity! Now raising hell (and funds) on Kickstarter!

FLIP-OR and the CHAMPIONS of NEFARITY - WAVE 2!! Back the Kickstarter

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Is Doomsday Near for Hasbro’s Marvel Legends? Are $30 Action Figures Pushing Collectors to Their Breaking Point?
#377
10/19/2026

Ross Con seems to start earlier and earlier every year! Halloween isn’t even here yet, and Super7’s ThunderCats ThunderTank is already rolling into stores! Plus, is Doomsday looming for Hasbro? Skyrocketing prices have fans phasing Marvel out of their collections. And, Flip-Or is back, and he’s brought some new friends along to help flip your wallet upside down and inside out! It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast. 

 

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Toy Influencer Breaks Mattel NDA, Flashes 2027 DC Action Figures Across the Internet
#376
10/12/2026

Mattel hoped to keep its DC Collectors reveal at New York Comic Con Hush Hush, but some Joker had other ideas. Plus, NECA plans to fill that turtle-sized hole in your collection with something a little more fowl. And Hasbro wants Transformers fans to picture Optimus doing it. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

 

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Childless Adults Are Beating Kids in the Toy Aisle
#375
10/07/2026

A new era has begun for Hasbro’s Star Wars Black Series. Maybe they should fix the last error before starting a new one. Plus, Todd McFarlane knows Tomb Raider fans prefer twins, so he’s making the perfect companion to Hasbro’s Lara Croft: another Lara Croft! And The New Yorker wants to know why adults are playing with toys. We’ll tell them—as long as they promise to stop calling us “kidults.” It's The Reluctant Adult Podcast.  

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Make It Brown Super Mario Brothas: A Look at Diversity and Representation in Toys and Media
#374
09/28/2026

Let’s get dangerous! Darkwing Duck is back with an all-new voice cast and OSHA-approved costume. Safety first, danger second.Plus, Jazwares is hoping to set a world record at Comic Con for the most Spider-Men in one place. With great power comes great responsibility to wear deodorant. And is Hasbro hiding a surprise in Santa Spidey’s bulging sack? It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast. 

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We Dive Deep to Uncover the Truth Behind Mondo’s Rocko’s Modern Life Colorway Conspiracy
#373
09/21/2026

Playmates Toys find themselves in a sticky situation following its successful Dragonzord Kickstarter. Plus, Toy Insider goes deep down the rabbit hole of Mondo’s Rocko’s Modern Life colorway conspiracy. And cancel culture finally catches up with Arbuckle. Comics’ most famous fur daddy, Jon, gets the axe from Boss Fight Studio’s Garfield Series 2. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Santa Spidey Knows If You’ve Been Naughty or Nice—Hasbro's New Marvel Legends are Jolly as Hell
#372
09/14/2026

He-Man’s brothers and Desistors were out in full force at MOTUFest, showing Greater Cincinnati who truly has the power. Plus, Transformers: The Movie Apology Tour rolls into Target—but they should really be apologizing for not stocking enough Big Figs Optimus Primes. And Marvel Legends collectors who missed the VHS Spider-Man: The Animated Series figures can finally catch these re-releases on digital and Blu-ray. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Transforming the Toy Aisle: Target Finds Prime Real Estate for 30" Optimus
#371
09/07/2026

Target can find Prime shelf space for a 30” Optimus, but Playmates had to crowdfund Dragonzord because it was “too big” for retail? Plus, the George Lucas Museum is officially open, and Star Wars fans are already calling for a boycott because the gift shop doesn’t have any Black Series exclusives. And we’re running hot and cold on Mondo—much like their 200X Fire and Ice Armor He-Man and Skeletor figures. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Actions Speak Louder Than Zords: Playmates Gives In to Fan Demands, Updates Power Rangers Kickstarter
#370
08/31/2026

Playmates Toys updates Power Rangers fans on its Dragonzord Kickstarter. Unfortunately, actions speak louder than Zords. Plus, smash or pass? 5KToys’ not-so-subtle homage to a certain Marvel character hits a hulking setback after the House of Mouse sends “Green Gollum” a cease and desist. And enough is enough and it’s time for a change! Jazwares swerves wrestling fans by revealing one of the most requested action figures of all time. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Power Rangers Fans Put on a Brave Face as Dragonzord Kickstarter Launches Minus One
#369
08/24/2026

Playmates’ first Kickstarter is off and running and Power Rangers fans won’t stop “dragon” this Zord until it’s across the finish line. Plus, Hello Kitty fans are waving “goodbye” to common sense after massive crash outs over McDonald’s Godzilla collab. And disgruntled MOTU fans are being told to take their Snake Lair complaints and stick’em where Sun Man won’t shine. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast. 

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To Me, My MCU X-Men! D23 Unveils Marvel’s First Class of Live-Action Mutants
#368
08/17/2026

The MCU welcomes its first class of X-Men, including Adam Driver as “Mister Sinister Was My Father—Call Me Nathaniel.” Plus, Matt Damon kills Disney’s Power Rangers reboot, clearing the way for the Ninja Kidz’ redemption arc. How you like them apples? And the Ninja Turtles serve up a slice of Shredder pizza pie—extra pepperoni. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast. 

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Spirit Halloween’s Freddy Fazbear Animatronic Couldn’t Even Survive Five Nights in August Before Selling Out
#367
08/10/2026

Target is bringing back cancel culture. If you pre-ordered any toys recently from Target. No you didn’t. Plus, Spirit Halloween is making sure Power Rangers cosplayers are fully armed and ready for action. Just please stop asking about the Freddy Fazbear animatronic. And, grocery prices are officially out of control. Over $100 for a single Jelly Roll?! In this economy?! It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast. 

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To Mattel and Back: Mondo Joins the Growing List of TMNT Toy Makers with Short Term Plans
#366
08/03/2026

Is Mondo hanging up its shell? The company confirmed more TMNT toys are planned for this year and next. Plus, you only Liv once—unless you’re Chucky the doll, in which case you could live long enough to see WWE become entertaining again. And they're back-bone! The Four Horsemen are hoping Skeleton Warriors is a bone-afide blockbuster and not just another dead-on-arrival retro revival. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast. 

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SDCC: RIP NECA TMNT
#365
07/27/2026

Cowabunga may be forever, but NECA and Playmates Toys are saying sayonara to the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Plus, Lara “Tomb Raider” Croft’s G.I. Joe figure sold out quicker than a fresh shipment of cargo shorts at REI. And Mondo has The Real Ghostbusters fans wondering how many kidneys a person actually needs. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Playmates Needs Power Rangers Fans to Summon the Dragonzord Before Its SDCC Collector Action Figures Reveal
#364
07/20/2026

It’s Morbin’ Time for Playmates Toys. The company is trying to crowdfund the Dragonzord, but its AI-assisted promo art has fans questioning whether the project is morphin’ in the right direction. Plus, longtime Alvin and the Chipmunks fans are convinced the latest Alvin has been looksmaxxed beyond recognition. 90s fans are just happy he at least vaguely resembles a rodent. And Episode 5 of Wolverine and the X-Men has Marvel Legends collectors scrambling to complete their Weapon X team before the secondary market catches on. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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San Diego Comic-Con Gets Slimed and Shelled with TMNT & Real Ghostbusters Exclusives
#363
07/13/2026

Whether you like your Ninja Turtles toys clothed, glowing, or with a little extra bite, San Diego Comic Con has an exclusive with your name on it. Plus, for just the cost of a cup of coffee a day, you too can own Mondo’s Spectral Ghostbusters. And, heads I win, tales you lose. McFarlane is flipping Batman fandom on its head with a “What If?” Billy Dee Williams Two-Face figure. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Even After "Last Time," John Cena's Mattel Action Figures Still Go Over WWE's Newest Stars
#362
07/08/2026

I've Cena ‘Nuff! Mattel calls an audible, punting its original WWE LJN Superstars Series 4 pick in favor of an all-new "Last Time Is Now" John Cena. Plus, this X-Men '97 Toys "R" Us exclusive has collectors questioning what year it is. And why do their hands smell like chicken? And, when I heard Mr. Beast was working with the Four Horsemen, action figures weren’t exactly my first thought. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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German Mattel Site Reveals 'Discopumper Skeletor'—AKA America's 'Gym Bro Skeletor' Comic-Con Exclusive Action Figure
#361
06/29/2026

Do you even lift, bro? MOTU fans will be clanging and banging all the way to San Diego for this year’s muscle-bound Comic-Con exclusive. Plus, Yo Joe! June is so Joe-ver! Classified collectors were divided on some reveals, but the month wasn’t a total bust. And remember The Simpsons? They’re back! In action figure form. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Hasbro Calls Viral Avengers: Doomsday Leaks ‘AI Slop’
#360
06/22/2026

Playmates Toys says, “Bite my shiny metal assortment San Diego Comic-Con exclusive Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles.” Plus, Jada Toys thinks Street Fighter fans are a bunch of losers. And they have the alternate heads to prove it. And Hasbro swears those Avengers: Doomsday leaks are nothing more than a bunch of AI slop. Then again, this is the same company that told us that plastic-free packaging was here to stay, so… It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Hasbro Toys Deliver the Latest Avengers: Doomsday Leak
#359
06/15/2026

Hasbro saved their Beast for last, but did they miss the mark by a hair? Plus, Todd McFarlane wants you to think of AI as a tool—which is fitting, considering that's what a lot of people already think about Todd. And Marvel's Avengers: Doomsday is springing leaks faster than a screen door on a submarine. The latest glimpse of the super-secret project arrives courtesy of Hasbro's Titan and ActionVerse toy lines. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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The Bricks & Minifigs Saga Has More Twists and Turns Than LEGO Set #10261
#358
06/08/2026

The Bricks & Minifigs saga has more twists and turns than LEGO set #10261. Just when we thought the drama was winding down, new allegations snap into place. This story has more illegal activity than a builder shoving a plate between the studs of a brick. Plus, they mostly come out at night. Mostly. Ghostbuster’s Night Shift is clocking in to bust the weirdest, wildest, and creepiest creatures lurking after dark. And all good in the hood! Hasbro’s snake charmer reminds us to never say “never,” as Yo Joe June finally delivers the iconic hooded Cobra Commander. It’s The Reluct...


Law & Order: Bricks & Minifigs
#357
06/01/2026

Star Wars falling behind Backrooms is wild. And that’s only counting those LEGO sets Bricks & Minifigs can’t seem to find. Plus, Disney is losing its grip on its own IP. From Home Depot hacks to Toy Story tributes, fans are remixing, recreating, and reshaping their favorite characters. And Hasbro is launching Yo Joe June with some deep-cut Classified reveals that should have longtime Joe fans saluting.  It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles x G.I. Joe: The Ballsiest Toy Line Since Nerfuls
#356
05/25/2026

Playmates sends Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles out with a bang! Or whatever sound G.I. Joe lasers make. Plus, Brand New Day has Spider-Man and Hulk beating the THWIP out of each other. Unfortunately, nobody beats Target’s street date. And Mattel rolled out the red carpet for He-Man’s most loyal subjects to see the new Masters of the Universe movie before the rest of us peasants. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Turtle Power (of Attorney): Playmates Lawyers Up After Losing TMNT License to Mattel
#355
05/18/2026

Playmates Toys is feeling a little litigious after losing the TMNT license to Mattel. And, McFarlane from downtown… He’s on fire! Todd’s second string is wiping the floor with Hasbro’s Starting Lineup! Plus, Super Ahsoka! The comment section really said, “Here’s a tissue, dry your eye.” Wait, why do you have tissues... Ohhhh noooo! It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Walmart Red, White and Blew It! G.I. Joe Classified Collectors Just Got Booted from Duke’s 250th Birthday Party
#354
05/11/2026

America is cancelled! If you preordered Hasbro’s G.I. Joe Classified America's 250th Birthday Duke from Walmart… no, you didn’t. Plus, Playmates Toys isn’t letting the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles go down without a fight. If you think Raph looks rough, you should see the other guy. And, Hot Toys is in hot water. The company famous for ultra-detailed 1/6 scale collectibles is catching heat for a young Ahsoka Tano figure that’s showing more midriff than Midichlorians. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Toy Yard Sale Abrasion — These Fire Finds Will Leave You Raw
#353
05/04/2026

NECA’s vowel movement has collectors asking, “What the duck was that fowl announcement?” Plus, Mando’s Razor Crest is pulling double duty for Hasbro’s ActionVerse; working overtime as both a doody vehicle and a doody playset. And, looks like everyone is tightening their bats in this economy. Todd McFarlane’s Batmissile, for when you absolutely have to get it in. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Brand New Day, Same Old Thwip: Hasbro’s Spider-Man Marvel Legends Reveals Swing and Miss
#352
04/27/2026

Brand New Day, same old THWIP—and fans aren’t exactly swinging high on Hasbro’s Hulk and Spidey MCU reveals. Plus, is ROSS Con canceled? The discount king is raising prices, forcing collectors into the awkward position of making peace with Ollie’s. And so far, The Mandalorian and Grogu is delivering a toy lineup destined to keep pegs warm and toasty well after the movie hits Disney+. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast. 

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WWE Fans Slam Mattel’s Rhea Ripley Doll Head Ahead of WrestleMania
#336
04/20/2026

Mattel knows how to keep Mami happy, but their Rhea Ripley doll’s new head sculpt puts the “brutal” in “This is my brutality.” Plus, X-Men fans are having an optic blast with Hasbro’s latest Marvel Legends role play reveal. And, He-Man fans are eating good. As long as what they’re eating is popcorn. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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TRON Fan’s Wish Comes True—Hasbro’s 1:12 Figures Are Pulse and Disney Parks Exclusives
#351
04/13/2026

Hasbro really said, “You’re getting these TRON toys whether you like it or not.” And… we don’t. Plus, DC fans are eatin’ good at Wendy’s—and it has nothing to do with the Baconator. This month’s Kids Meals come with “DC Rides,” pairing a blocky hero or villain with their ride of choice. And, Hasbro’s adding something spooky to Ghosbuters Ecto Glow, but the most terrifying part of this Stay Puft and Green Ghost reveal is imagining Louis’s package. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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TMNT Fans Fired Up Over NECA’s Black-and-White 2012 Turtles Con Exclusive with Bonus Accessory Pack
#350
04/06/2026

NECA’s Con announcement has TMNT collectors in a tizzy. I haven’t seen Four heads spark this much consternation since I styled my sister’s Barbie’s bangs. Plus, Todd McFarlane’s Supergirl is two-faced, but Alcock. And Star Wars collectors’ patience with Hasbro is not the only thing wearing thin. This Black Series Battle Droid is absolutely drowning in a Youth XS. It’s the Reluctant Adult Podcast. 

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Cryptoids Toy Line Revives Bat Boy with Tabloid-Inspired Kickstarter Action Figure
#349
03/30/2026

Breaking news! Bat Child found alive on Kickstarter. Weekly World News’ infamous cover creature is reborn as a Cryptoid. Plus, do a barrel role. Star Fox targets his big screen debut in Super Mario Galaxy. And, stop, stop, he’s already dead. JAKKS does the unpossible, leaving The Simpsons collectors with more questions than answers about the future of the line. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Jurassic Park Toy Company Misusing Technology? Feels Almost Too On Brand
#348
03/23/2026

Factory Entertainment was so preoccupied with whether or not they could use AI, they didn't stop to think if they should use AI. Plus, He-Man finally gets his flowers. But what about Skeletor? The poor guy just wants tulips. And, I survived May the Fourth and all I got was this lousy t-shirt. Hasbro celebrates Star Wars the only way they know how: with unnecessary merchandise! It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Tails from the Cryptoids! Yes Have Some’s Long-Teased Action Figure Kickstarter Exceeds Expectations
#347
03/16/2026

Tails from the Cryptoids. The government doesn’t want you to know about this super-secret Kickstarter… but f*ck them. Plus, LEGO finally announces proper Super Mario building sets and minifigures. “But what about the interactive Super Mario Adventures line?” asked no one. And Mattel is bringing back “Dino Damage” with its Hammond Collection Indominus Rex — which is better than the emotional damage WE SUFFERED from watching The Dinosaurs on Netflix. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast. 

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Target Aims to Boost Toy Sales by Shrinking the Toy Aisle
#346
03/09/2026

Target aims to make more money by selling less stuff. Wait… that can’t be right. Are we sure that’s what they said? OK. So, which of your favorite toy lines might end up in the crosshairs? Plus, Mezco takes the Ninja Turtles to school with their new One:12 Collective Master Splinter. And he’s the only man to become more beloved after getting canceled, Conan O’Brien finally has his very own virtual action figure. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Very Nice. Very Evil. Very Toyetic. Danhausen Makes His WWE Debut.
#345
03/03/2026

After weeks of hyping up a mystery crate, WWE’s Elimination Chamber reveal was very nice, very evil… and somehow still very meh. After losing their heads to Red Sonja, the Four Horsemen are holding space for a familiar face. Boomshakalaka! He’s on fire! Bandai is dropping a One Piece x NBA collab. And no, it doesn’t come with an NFT. We’ve all suffered enough. It's The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Oh, Canada: Men’s Hockey Team Reacts Coldly to Tina Toy After So-So Silver Finish
#344
02/25/2026

Canada’s Olympic bid for gold falls short. The men’s hockey team takes silver, then collects their prize at the ticket booth. Plus, LEGO’s new Star Wars Smart Bricks have Luke and Darth Vader sounding more like R2-D2 trapped inside a dial-up modem. And Punch the Monkey officially swings into America’s heart — and right off IKEA’s shelves. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Toy Fair '26 Saves the Beasts for Last: Playmates' Turtles Swan Song, NECA DuckTales and Bull Airs x Sneak Attack Toys Child Casino Pizza Rat
#343
02/16/2026

Playmates officially kicked off their Ninja Turtles farewell tour at Toy Fair. Here’s hoping they have better luck than John Cena. Plus, with NECA producing classic DuckTales figures, life isn’t just like a hurricane, it’s a full-blown Category 5 nostalgia storm. And Premium DNA has re-entered the chat with fresh preorders… meanwhile, Earthworm Jim collectors continue practicing the ancient art of patience. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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Hasbro Takes It to the Streets With Street Fighter Movie Toys Featuring WWE Superstars
#342
02/09/2026

In a rare moment of self-awareness, Hasbro remembered it used to be toy company and unveils plans for a Street Fighter–G.I. Joe–WWE multiverse. Plus—I’ll form the head! —Hasbro’s Voltron news brings Marvel Legends collectors one step closer to the mythical Cavillrine. And Nacelle is betting big on Star Trek—but is this plan a bridge too far, even for the most hardcore Trekkies? It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.

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