Fandom and collectible toys are inextricably linked and the toy industry has chosen to refer to adults who collect toys as Kidults. Marissa Silva from the Toy Insider and the Pop Insider joins us this week to talk about the impact of adult collectors on the mutli billion dollar toy industry. We also discuss our complicated relationship with the Harry Potter fandom in light of she who won't be named choosing hate over inclusion.
The Toy Insider: https://thetoyinsider.com/The Pop Insider: https://thepopinsider.com/Marissa Silva: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marissadibartolo/
00:00 Introduction and Special Guest Announcement00:51 Meet Marissa Silva: Toy and Pop Culture Expert01:59 Geeking Out: Fandom Tattoos and Nostalgia02:49 The Rise of Kidults and Fandom Obsessions14:51 Embarrassing Moments with Celebrities24:47 Multi-Generational Appeal in Toys and Media28:17 Exploring Fandom Merchandise at Target29:06 The Growth of Comic Cons31:14 Family Fun at Dragon Con33:51 Fictional Worlds We Want to Live In37:26 The Controversy Around J.K. Rowling49:11 Upcoming Fandom Excitements53:01 Wrapping Up and Future Plans
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