Five Idiots Talking Toys | Star Wars, LEGO & More
A Collector's Podcast! Join five guys who grew up in the 70's, 80's and 90's and are now adult collectors of toys, collectibles, memorabilia, autographs, comics and more with a special focus on Vintage Star Wars. A weekly discussion on all things Star Wars including movies, Disney+ Series and trailers. Plus, features on Marvel MCU, DC, LEGO, Alien, Super Powers, TMNT, MOTU, G.I. Joe, Transformers and plenty of retro modern toy releases. Join hosts: Brandon Alamo, Shane Davison, John Waldon, Charles & Chris Weilminster, as we dive into the world of collecting toys, Sci-Fi, Fantasy, pop culture!
Episodes
Welcome back to another episode of Wins and Wiffs! This week, the Five Idiots descend into holiday mayhem right off the bat, thanks to a thoughtful (and highly debated) gift from friend Shawn Barrell: a box full of Little Debbie Christmas snacks! 🎄🍰Watch as the hosts debate which of the holiday treats are "good" and which are "plastic-coated sand" (Chris's words, not ours!) before they even get to the coll...
The Five Idiots are back with a Holiday MAYHEM special! 🎄🎁 Lord Walden (John) has planned an affair, a jamboree, a jubilee... about the nine most chaotic toys in history! We're talking absolute holiday anarchy, both in the toy aisles and in our homes.We look back at the biggest Christmas crazes that had parents getting trampled, reporters doing insane stunts, and toys getting straight-up banned. From the interactive pets that...
It's time for Wins and Wiffs of the Week! Brandon checks in from Hawaii, but can't find any toy shops. Chris and John show off some hot collectibles, including an awesome GI Joe lunchbox and the new Marvel Legends X-Men '97 Cable figure.The conversation quickly heats up as the Idiots notice a huge drop-off in YouTube comments and try to figure out what the audience really wants to talk about (Spoiler: It's all about...
The fallout from last week's episode comes to a head as Shane returns to deliver his long-awaited rebuttal! The Five Idiots get into a heated discussion about the YouTube production process, inconsistent thumbnails, the crucial importance of SEO and chapter markers, and the hard truth about what it takes to run a successful toy-collecting channel.John and Shane finally hash out their conflict over creative control and communica...
The Five Idiots Talking Toys are back for another chaotic installment of Wins and Wiffs! Things quickly go off the rails when the "Unofficial Sixth Idiot" joins the show and is pressured into opening a sealed, vintage Kenner Indiana Jones Map Room Playset! Is this a win for his personal collection or an "insane" move that will live in infamy?!Also on the show: The Next 17's Baby Wampa figure from the UK! Brandon's incredible vintag...
Tonight, we're diving deep into a topic that has every collector's wallet sweating: TOY REISSUES! Are they a blessing for new collectors looking to fill holes in their display, or are they killing the secondary market for long-time fans?The guys break down how companies like #Hasbro are constantly re-releasing figures—sometimes even on the exact same card—and what that does to the value of rare figures (RIP those $2,000 Ahs...
This week had major highs and lows: one of the hosts scores a perfect Knight Rider Lunch Box, another dropped a hundred bucks on the legendary JJ Arms figure, and we reveal a massive LEGO Goonies Playset (and its secret free sets)!But the real drama comes from Adam's Star Wars Imperial Blaster coming back from grading with a tragic "qualified" grade. Did the grader get it wrong? We dive deep into the world of grading,...
This week, we're talking about the big brands you'll be seeing this Christmas: #Funko, #Hasbro, and #Mattel. We look at their recent sales performance and break down what it means for YOU, the collector, as you plan your holiday shopping and budget. Are the big companies creating a must-buy toy aisle, or is it a sign to hold off?The main event: Funko. Their future looks shaky to some, and we debate whether the mass producti...
Welcome to another episode of Wins and Wiffs! The Five Idiots are back to show off their latest toy pickups and one unforgettable fail. This week, we dive into a fantastic range of collectibles:Brandon unveils an incredibly rare vintage Star Wars #Chewbacca toy (unused in box!). Charles celebrates a super cheap, yet essential, addition to his collection: a #LEGO minifigure in Carbonite. Chris continues his new collecting journey wi...
Is this really the bittersweet finale of the Rogue Five Rundown? Join Chris and Brandon as they take one last look at the incredible sales and rare finds from their massive toy collections. From highly sought-after Indiana Jones figures and vehicles to vintage Dukes of Hazzard collectibles and graded Star Wars items, they're showcasing a ton of amazing pieces. Don't miss out on this last rundown, and be sure to join them on...
Join the Five Idiots Talking Toys crew for a special "Wins and Wiffs" episode! We're diving into some incredible vintage toy finds, including a pristine Indiana Jones lunchbox that's kicking off a new collection, a haul of classic #TMNT Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles figures, and a super rare Japanese #Alien figure that's a true gem. Plus, we're talking about the highly sought-after 2025 Christmas LEGO Star ...
Join the Five Idiots as they sit down with the incredible YouTuber Star Wars Daddy, Michael Albertson, for an epic Part 1 of their conversation!In this episode, @StarWarsDaddy shares his fascinating journey from the banking world to becoming a full-time YouTube creator and toy seller. Get ready for some real talk as he dives into:• His path to discovering Five Idiots Talking Toys and starting his own channel.• The exhilarating &q...
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Well...three of us went. Join us as we recap our visit to the New York City Comic Con 2025!!
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AMAZING Adam Gothard Custom! Palitoy Yoda! SEALED Hoth World! FOUND Long Lost Palace Blaster! Ep 173
Sometimes, you win; sometimes, you wiff! Check out this week's #actionfigures Wins and Wiffs of the week! Wait till you see this awesome pickup of a vintage toy that is just not easy to find these days. Stay on the #toyhunt folks!🫶 Support our #podcast through Patreon, and get early access to #toycollection previews, exclusive #starwarsactionfigures video content & our episodes before the public:https://patreon.com/FiveIdi...
Want to know where to begin and what to look for when collecting Vintage Star Wars toys? The Five Idiots are here to help!! We put our knowledge of collecting on the front line for you, our viewers. We discuss each individual figure's accessories, trouble spots when determining condition and more, and we will be discussing each one. Please enjoy our in-depth review of figures 48 through 50 of the original Star Wars action figur...
Sometimes, you win; sometimes, you wiff! Check out this week's #actionfigures Wins and Wiffs of the week! Wait till you see this awesome pickup of a vintage toy that is just not easy to find these days. Stay on the #toyhunt folks!🫶 Support our #podcast through Patreon, and get early access to #toycollection previews, exclusive #starwarsactionfigures video content & our episodes before the public:https://patreon.com/FiveIdi...
Well, they're at it again with all kinds of things to blame for it...Hasbro recently announced price increases for their Star Wars TVC and Black Series figures, and probably across the board to their other titles. What do YOU think of these price increases? Will it stifle your collecting habits? Will you quit collecting altogether? SOUND OFF in the comments below! Let's hear it!!🫶 Support our #podcast through Patreon, and ...
Welcome to the Rogue Five Rundown Episode 34! In this update, we're covering the latest trends and sales in the vintage and modern toy collectible market from October 2nd - 8th 2025. Find out what's hot, what's not, and what to keep an eye on in the world of toy collecting. Be sure to collect with us at: roguefivetoys.com🫶 Support our #podcast through Patreon, and get early access to #toycollection previews, exclusive #starwarsac...
Sometimes, you win; sometimes, you wiff! Check out this week's #actionfigures Wins and Wiffs of the week! Wait till you see this awesome pickup of a vintage toy that is just not easy to find these days. Stay on the #toyhunt folks!🫶 Support our #podcast through Patreon, and get early access to #toycollection previews, exclusive #starwarsactionfigures video content & our episodes before the public:https://patreon.com/FiveIdi...
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