Diecast Breakdown

Diecast Breakdown

Three diecast diehards share the love of diecast collecting, customizing, and culture. Tips, tricks, and special guest interviews provide a new perspective on the big world of tiny vehicles. If you're into Hot Wheels, Matchbox, Auto World, Johnny Lightning, Tarmac Works, Mini GT, Para 64 or any of the other amazing 1/64 scale brands out there, this is the show for you! Produced by Screenfire Media in association with Flying Valiant.

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July 27, 2025 54 mins
In this episode of Die Cast Breakdown, Darryl Li from Jada Toys is back to discuss the latest from their iconic diecast brand. They cover their recent successes, including the popular pink slips series and the upcoming majorette collection. Darryl shares behind-the-scenes stories from major events like Supercon (and Comic Con!) and talks about the meticulous process behind Jada Toys' collaborations with renowned franchises like Fas...
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What's new in the world of diecast? What has us taking note, and what has us hitting snooze? Join us in this live discussion about the Summer of Diecast 2025!
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In this episode of Diecast Breakdown, Chuck and David sit down with the one-and-only Weber Brothers—Warren and Ian—to talk about their incredible journey through the world of custom diecast.
From their wildly successful annual custom competition to their standout builds on YouTube and Instagram, the Weber Brothers are not just collectors—they’re creators, innovators, and leaders in the custom diecast community. We dive into their cr...
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Diecast collectors are just now starting to see Series 4 in their collections, and there isn't even a release date yet for Series 5, but our friends at MGA have given us a SEALED box of Series 5 cars for us to open LIVE with our favorite #diecast hobbyists. Don't miss this live unveiling!
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In this episode of Diecast Breakdown, we sit down with Sei Cho, Director of Product Development at Jada Toys, for an in-depth conversation that spans 25 years of diecast innovation, nostalgia, and collector culture.
Sei shares how Jada evolved from brick-and-mortar sales to a digitally driven collector experience, and how the team is meeting the challenge of balancing quality, affordability, and fan expectations. From the viral succ...
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May 11, 2025 27 mins
Just a quick update on what's next for this show. Catch the whole video on our youtube channel.
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🎥RECORDED MY 4, 2025 – Diecast News, Rants & Revelations! 🚗💬
We’re going LIVE for another round of Diecast Breakdown Live—and this week, we’re unpacking everything that’s got us excited… and everything that’s driving us up the wall in the diecast world. From the latest model reveals to frustrating trends in the hobby, we’re keeping it real and keeping it fun.
Joining us for the ride are two awesome voices from the community:
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In this episode of Diecast Breakdown, Chuck is joined by regular co-host Mark and special guest co-host Derek (Honest Diecast) for a fantastic conversation with Larry from Lar.Real.Diecast!
We dive into the real-world highs and lows of diecast collecting—talking about everything from scalping issues to the thrill of the hunt, building dioramas, photographing your collection, and how humor and heart keep the hobby alive. Larry shares...
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On this episode of Diecast Breakdown, we’re shifting gears into the world of 1:18 scale diecast cars with our special guest Dustin from DeeMo’s Diecast! From ultra-detailed Skylines to movie car replicas, Dustin walks us through the larger side of the hobby—and why 1:18 scale is a collector’s dream.
We chat about the craftsmanship, nostalgia, and challenges behind collecting in this scale, including licensing hurdles for film cars, ...
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In this episode of Diecast Breakdown, we’re hanging out with none other than Johnny Jones from Johnny's Die Cast—one of the most creative and consistent voices in the diecast YouTube scene! With nearly 300,000 subscribers, Johnny’s unique content—especially his soothing ASMR-style unboxings—has brought a whole new energy to the hobby.
We chat with Johnny about his journey into the world of diecast cars, his experiences working with ...
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On this episode of Diecast Breakdown, we go off-road and into the post-apocalyptic chaos of Wasteland Degenerates, a gritty indie tabletop RPG powered by storytelling, scavenging, and 1/64 scale diecast cars. We’re joined by Scott C. McDonald, the creator of this Mad Max-inspired game that’s taking the RPG world by storm—and smashing goals on Kickstarter.
We dig into game design, the wild lore of the Wasteland, and how diecast cars ...
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Martin Palm returns and shares his journey in diecast photography, discussing his creative process, collaborations with major brands like Porsche and Lego, and the techniques he employs to create stunning miniature scenes. The discussion also touches on the importance of nostalgia in his work, the challenges of creating realistic landscapes, and practical advice for aspiring photographers. Martin emphasizes the power of lighting an...
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In this episode of Diecast Breakdown, we sit down with the one and only Jerry Wayne Longmire—stand-up comic, car enthusiast, Hot Wheels Legends Tour judge, and creator of the viral Truck Astrology series. From growing up in a junkyard to becoming a fan-favorite on the comedy circuit, Jerry brings a lifetime of automotive stories, laughs, and heartfelt insight to the table.
We talk about the deep emotional bonds people have with thei...
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On this episode of Diecast Breakdown, we sit down with the dynamic and ever-popular Boy Racer Ben. We dive deep into Ben's thrilling journey from creating diecast racing videos, setting tracks on fire (literally), and his eventual transition into diecast collecting. Ben shares his story, from the humble beginnings of buying Hot Wheels for his son to becoming a celebrated figure in the diecast community across platforms like TikTok,...
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We’re bringing you the best moments from our live streams at Diecast Supercon 2025 at the Ahern Hotel and Convention Center in Las Vegas! This special episode is packed with highlights from our conversations with some of the biggest names in diecast collecting.
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✅ Hayden from HHW Customs talks about his custom diecast parts and experiences at Supercon.
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We’re back with another exciting episode of Diecast Breakdown, and this time, we’re diving deep into the world of rare and obscure diecast cars with our returning guest, Alex Winson, aka Alex the Hoarder! If you love discovering hidden gems in the 1/64 scale world, this episode is for you.
Alex brings out some of the most unique diecasts we’ve ever seen, including the Lotus Type 40, Vespa 400, Zender Fact 4, IAVA Berlinetta, DAF 33,...
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Want to know how to build a champion #diecast race car? So do we! That's why Nick from Tiny Track Cars is back to talk about what he's learned in years of racing tiny cars, what makes a winner, what makes cars lose (Chuck knows a lot about that), and what's new on the Tiny Track Cars speedways. Don't miss it!
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On this episode of Diecast Breakdown, we're thrilled to welcome Darryl Li, Director of Brand Management at Jada Toys. Join us as we dive into the world of diecast collecting, discussing everything from the history of Jada Toys, their collaboration with Sung Kang and Liberty Walk, to the exciting new major collaboration announced for Diecast Supercon! Plus, we explore the ethos behind Jada's iconic "Jada style" and their commitment ...
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Contour Toy Cars is an expert resource on #diecast car trivia, tips, tricks, and more. Now he's joining us LIVE to talk tiny cars and take your questions. Don't miss the tiny car talk. It's sure to be a fun time.
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On this episode of Diecast Breakdown, we welcome the team from IXO America to discuss their entry into the U.S. diecast market. We get insights from Jeff Nelson, VP of Sales, and Clint LaFollette, Lead Designer, about IXO America's mission to bring high-quality, true 1:64 scale diecast cars to collectors. Discover their plans, their approach to collector feedback, and some exciting news about their collaboration with the IndyCar Se...
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