Épisodes

  • #272: Hasbro Trashing Toys, Lando News, Stolen Visions, and Lucas’ Episode 7 Plans revealed!
    Dec 2 2025

    Get ready for the latest news from the galaxy far, far away!


    On this must-listen episode, hosts Glen and Jason tackle the stories everyone is talking about:


    The Theft Accusation: An independent filmmaker claims a Star Wars Visions short stole their work. We break down the controversy and what it means for Lucasfilm.


    What's Happening with Lando? We discuss Donald Glover's recent health scare and we speculate why it has ignited the online rumor mill about the future of the highly anticipated Lando movie.


    Hasbro's History Problem: Did a major toy company just destroy its own priceless Star Wars history?


    Game-Changing Rewrites: Shawn Levy recently discussed the dramatic third-act rewrite for his movie, Star Wars: Starfighter.


    Musical Secrets Revealed: Find out who is scoring the mysterious new Shawn Levy Star Wars project.


    PLUS: In a massive reveal for any true fan, we dedicate the final segment to a thorough breakdown of everything we've learned about George Lucas' original treatment for Star Wars: Episode VII—it's not what you think!


    Don't miss the only Star Wars news podcast that digs deep and pulls no punches!

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    43 min
  • #271: Retro Toy Con Review & Star Wars Content Debate (Andor, Rian Johnson)
    Nov 25 2025

    On this action-packed episode of the Smuggler's Galaxy Podcast, we dive into two major topics: an exclusive event report and the current state of Disney Star Wars content.


    Our special guest, Tony, joins us to give a detailed, fan-focused review of his experience at Retro Toy Con in Greenville, SC. Hear his insider perspective on:


    The famous room sales and crowded vendor floor, and whether you should make plans to attend this toy collector's convention next year!


    Plus, in our deep-dive Star Wars discussion, we cover the biggest rumors and developments across the galaxy:


    Creative Content vs. Actual Content: We dissect Leslye Headland's statement suggesting that fan-generated creative content may soon eclipse Disney's official output.


    The Status of Star Wars Trilogies: What's the latest on Rian Johnson's rumored Star Wars trilogy? Is it happening or not?


    Andor's Massive Budget: We reveal and react to the staggering cost to produce just two seasons of the critically acclaimed Andor series.


    The Ultimate Disney Star Wars Ranking: We wrap up by attempting the impossible: ranking all of the Star Wars content produced under the Disney era.


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    1 h et 12 min
  • #266: Another Price Increase, George Lucas is NOT Pleased with Star Wars, and Ross Con Hauls!
    Oct 21 2025

    Get ready for the ultimate Star Wars collector deep dive and a massive toy hunt!


    On this episode of The Smugglers' Galaxy, the crew hits the road for the legendary Ross Con, targeting Ross Dress for Less locations across Atlanta and Charlotte.


    The main event: We break down Hasbro's new strategy of reusing HasLab tooling, a practice recently deployed in the G.I. Joe Classified line. We intensely debate the future of Star Wars HasLabs: What previous campaign vehicles (like the Razor Crest or Jabba's Sail Barge) could be retooled for a new product, and what does this mean for the value of your most premium collector items?


    We tackle the tough questions from Hasbro veteran Steve Evans' viral poll regarding the alchemy of price vs. detail. Should collectors expect a higher price point for hyper-realistic 6-inch Black Series figures, or is sacrificing detail for current pricing the new norm?


    Finally, we analyze the latest, candid statements from George Lucas on the current direction of Disney's Star Wars. We discuss his apparent distance from the franchise and what his comments reveal about the sequel era. Don't miss this crucial debate on collecting, pricing, and the fate of the galaxy far, far away!

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    53 min
  • #270: Toy Industry Crossovers, Indie Toys, Funko Decline with Jordan Ghastly
    Nov 18 2025

    Join hosts Glen and Jason with special guest, Jordan Ghastly, the ultimate toy hunter and collector! In this keyword-rich episode, we dive deep into the biggest debates and trends shaping the current toy collecting landscape.


    What's Inside This Episode:


    Toy Industry Crossovers: Are massive brand collaborations a creative low point, or is the industry evolving? We continue our discussion on the state of mainline toy creativity.


    The Rise of Indie Toy Companies: How are small-scale independent creators and custom toy makers filling the frustrating gaps left by major brands?


    Funko Pop! Viability: We analyze the recent decline in Funko's popularity, market saturation, and the company's long-term business viability.


    Scalper Frustrations: We vent about our hunt for high-demand items.


    Star Wars Deep Dive: We discuss Emperor Palpatine in The Rise of Skywalker and celebrate the legacy of Life Day.


    Behind the Scenes: Jordan shares insider stories from his time working at the renowned Center for Puppetry Arts.


    Tune in for the definitive take on toy collecting, Star Wars lore, and market trends!

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    1 h et 23 min
  • #269: Birthday Pickups, Funko Fears, and Popcorn Buckets!
    Nov 11 2025

    On this episode of Smugglers Galaxy, Glen and Jason celebrate their birthdays by sharing their latest collection pickups and experiences during their birthdays, including Glen’s trip in Nashville. Plus, Jason dives into the week's news, including the alarming rumors about Funko's future. The guys also take on two perplexing collector crazes: the popcorn bucket phenomenon and the rise of mashup figures, which Jason just can't seem to wrap his head around!

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    59 min
  • #268: Star Wars News Catch-Up: Hasbro Reveals, IMAX 50th, Rogue Squadron, & The Acolyte Secrets!
    Nov 4 2025

    On this episode of the Smugglers Galaxy Podcast, we cover the latest Star Wars news! Catch all the reveals from MCM London, including new Hasbro Black Series, Vintage Collection, and Retro Collection figures. Plus, we discuss Star Wars heading to IMAX for its 50th anniversary, the latest rumors about Rogue Squadron potentially shifting to a Disney+ series, and the recent revelations about The Acolyte's mysterious character, The Stranger. All this, and the fever dream that is a pink Ewok!

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    57 min
  • #267: The Star Wars Movie Disney Rejected
    Oct 28 2025

    Get ready, smugglers, because we're discussing the biggest "what if" in the galaxy: The Hunt for Ben Solo. This fully-scripted, Lucasfilm-approved Star Wars movie was blocked by Disney Studios! On this episode of Smugglers' Galaxy, we pull back the curtain on how corporate politics and mega-corporations can kill storytelling and prevent incredible projects from ever seeing the light of day. Was The Hunt for Ben Solo too dark? Too controversial? We discuss the implications.


    PLUS:


    David Fincher's Star Wars? We speculate why this film didn’t move out of the development phase.


    Ross Dress For Less: the Hunt for Sabine Wren’s lightsaber continues.


    Scary Movie Scramble: Can you guess the classic horror film after we rename it with a Star Wars title? The twists are strong with this one.

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    1 h et 10 min
  • #265: NYCC Reveals, Tron HasLab, and Theme Park Updates!
    Oct 14 2025

    Get ready for an action-packed episode of the Smugglers' Galaxy Podcast!


    Toy Reveals & Action Figures: We dive deep into the exciting toy news from New York Comic Con (NYCC)! Tune in for our thoughts and opinions on all the latest reveals, including Star Wars Black Series, The Vintage Collection (TVC), and Retro Collection action figures. We break down the must-haves and share our opinions for these upcoming figures.


    Tron Talk: Jason gives his initial review of the highly-anticipated movie, Tron: Ares. Plus, we discuss Hasbro's latest crowdfunding project: the Tron HasLab offering inspired by the original film. Is it worth backing?


    Pop Culture & Theme Park Experience: Glen is back from Orlando with an update on Epic Universe—six months after its grand opening! Find out what's new and different at this massive theme park. And finally, Jason shares his unique experience at a themed Ghostbusters Pop Bar.


    This episode is a must-listen for fans of Star Wars action figures, Disney/Tron, and pop culture collecting.



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    1 h et 3 min