Bricks & Banter
52 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 22 ratingsReal talk from the custom LEGO community.
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EP 46 Robby.G.Lego
January 02, 2023 05:00 - 1 hour - 74.7 MBIn this episode! I got the pleasure of talking with my good pal Rob, who goes by robby.g.lego on Instagram. We discussed his incredible progress within a year of modding, my petty trolling before we knew each other, and why he doesn't make good figures! Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter
EP 45 Brick Affliction
June 06, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 56.2 MBIn this episode, I got the pleasure of talking to Andrew Pecovam the owner of Brick Affliction. Find him on Instagram here @pecovam_customs. Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter
EP 45 Brick Affliction
June 06, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 56.2 MBIn this episode, I got the pleasure of talking to Andrew Pecovam the owner of Brick Affliction. Find him on Instagram here @pecovam_customs. Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter
EP 44 YappenAllDay / Olde_Tymer
May 23, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 47.8 MBIn this episode, I got the pleasure of talking to YappenAllDayLong from Flickr who goes by @Olde_tymer now on Instagram. We discussed the biggest changes he has noticed in the community, why it's so different customizing in an age where there is a product for everything, we brainstorm ideas for a collaboration that is now underway, and so much more! Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter
EP 43 - AVFigures
May 09, 2022 15:42 - 1 hour - 49.2 MBIn this episode, I got the pleasure of talking to Andrew Vu, the owner of @Avfigrues (on Instagram). We discussed his start in the community, what it's been like growing his business, future plans for expansion, and so much more! Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter
EP 42 - Detroitika
March 28, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 76.7 MBIn this episode, I got the pleasure of talking once again with my good pal Tanner, or as you might know him on Instagram as @detroitika. We discussed my upcoming casting venture that he plays a crucial part in, his efforts designing a camo for a recent Brickmania figure, future product ideas, and so much more! Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter
EP 42 - Detroitika
March 28, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 76.7 MBIn this episode, I got the pleasure of talking once again with my good pal Tanner, or as you might know him on Instagram as @detroitika. We discussed my upcoming casting venture that he plays a crucial part in, his efforts designing a camo for a recent Brickmania figure, future product ideas, and so much more! Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter
EP 41 - Pro Snarfboarder & Seth
March 14, 2022 04:00 - 2 hours - 90 MBIn this episode, I sat down with my good friends Danny and Seth, they go by @pro_snarfboarder and @cockknuckle_bricks on Instagram respectively. We discussed how Seth's LEGO posts on Flickr got him suspended from school, why Danny thinks Citizen Brick collectors suck, old-school decals, and so much more! Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter Theme music created by: Charlie, the Nomad spoti.fi/3p5Ezi9 / apple.co/34KyYER
EP 40 - Kyle Peterson (The Founder of BrickForge)
February 28, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBIn this episode, I got the opportunity to talk with Kyle Peterson, the man who created the beloved third-party brand BrickForge! We discussed the origins of LEGO talk on internet forums, how he started developing BrickForge, why he ultimately decided to sell the business, and so much more! Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter Theme music created by: Charlie, the Nomad spoti.fi/3p5Ezi9 / apple.co/34KyYER
EP 40 - Kyle Peterson (The Founder of BrickForge)
February 28, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBIn this episode, I got the opportunity to talk with Kyle Peterson, the man who created the beloved third-party brand BrickForge! We discussed the origins of LEGO talk on internet forums, how he started developing BrickForge, why he ultimately decided to sell the business, and so much more! Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter Theme music created by: Charlie, the Nomad spoti.fi/3p5Ezi9 / apple.co/34KyYER
EP 39 - angry_stache
February 14, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 60 MBIn this episode, I talked with Gideon who goes by @angry_stache and @belligerent_bristles on Instagram! We discussed his transition from the Star Wars community into the Military/modding community, tips for dealing, how he got started designing for AVfigures, and so much more! Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter Theme music created by: Charlie, the Nomad spoti.fi/3p5Ezi9 / apple.co/34KyYER
EP 39 - Angry_Stache
February 14, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 60 MBIn this episode, I talked with Gideon who goes by @angry_stache and @belligerent_bristles on Instagram! We discussed his transition from the Star Wars community into the Military/modding community, tips for dealing, how he got started designing for AVfigures, and so much more! Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter Theme music created by: Charlie, the Nomad spoti.fi/3p5Ezi9 / apple.co/34KyYER
EP 38 - Minibigs
January 31, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.7 MBIn this episode, I talked with Al from @minibigs on Instagram! We discussed his humble beginnings decaling, what it was like starting his own printing operation, brainstormed some future product ideas, and so much more! Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter Theme music created by: Charlie, the Nomad spoti.fi/3p5Ezi9 / apple.co/34KyYER
EP 37 - Ightlug
January 17, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 66.1 MBIn this episode, I talk with the members of @iightlug! We discussed the origins of their collective, what it's like collaborating, what they like in the community right now, and so much more! Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter Theme music created by: Charlie, the Nomad spoti.fi/3p5Ezi9 / apple.co/34KyYER
EP 36 - Citizen Brick
January 03, 2022 00:00 - 1 hour - 63.9 MBIn this episode, I talk with Joe, the owner of Citizen Brick! In this episode, we discussed the early years starting Citizen Brick, the stylistic limitations of pad printing, his thoughts on the resale market for his products, and so much more! Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter Theme music created by: Charlie, the Nomad spoti.fi/3p5Ezi9 / apple.co/34KyYER
EP 35 - Satomi_Cybernetics
November 29, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 53.7 MBIn this episode, I talk with Brandon @satomi_cybernetics on Instagram! Be warned, this episode contains frequent language. In this episode we discussed his unique style and inspirations, what has us excited in the community, other people's creations, and so much more! Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter Theme music created by: Charlie, the Nomad spoti.fi/3p5Ezi9 / apple.co/34KyYER
EP 35 - Satomi_Cybernetics
November 29, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 53.7 MBIn this episode, I talk with Brandon @satomi_cybernetics on Instagram! Be warned, this episode contains frequent language. In this episode we discussed his unique style and inspirations, what has us excited in the community, other people's creations, and so much more! Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter Theme music created by: Charlie, the Nomad spoti.fi/3p5Ezi9 / apple.co/34KyYER
EP 34 - fallout_bricks & fisk.bricks
November 15, 2021 00:00 - 1 hour - 87.1 MBIn this episode, I kick back with my good friends Jackson @fallout_bricks and Sam @fisk.bricks! Excuse us for the cursed intro but it had to be done. We discussed taking on commissions, getting scammed on bricklink, why Jackson enters so many damn contests, and so much more! Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter Theme music created by: Charlie, the Nomad spoti.fi/3p5Ezi9 / apple.co/34KyYER
EP 33 - PhoenixCustomBricks
November 01, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 71.8 MBIn this episode, I got the pleasure of talking with Adam from PhoenixCustomBricks! We discussed what it’s like working with other brands in collaboration, how he decides if a design gets produced or not, the difficulties of designing a Minifigure, and so much more! Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter Theme music created by: Charlie, the Nomad spoti.fi/3p5Ezi9 / apple.co/34KyYER
EP 32 - Cacomplient & Starconyx4
October 18, 2021 04:00 - 2 hours - 96.7 MBIn this episode, I talk with my good friends Alex @cacomplient and Sean @starconyx4. We discuss the accuracy of mods, alternative social media platforms, doing commissions, and so much more! Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter Theme music created by: Charlie, the Nomad spoti.fi/3p5Ezi9 / apple.co/34KyYER
EP 31 - BrickArms
October 04, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 83.5 MBIn this episode, I talk with Will Chapman, the CEO, and Founder of @brickarms. We discuss LEGO conventions, how the modding community influences his designs, injection molding difficulties and intricacies, and so much more! Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter Theme music created by: Charlie, the Nomad spoti.fi/3p5Ezi9 / apple.co/34KyYER
EP 30 - Enigma Badger
September 20, 2021 04:00 - 46 minutes - 38.3 MBIn this episode, I talk with @enigmabadger on Instagram and Flickr. We discuss his introduction to Brickarms, the Brickarms forums, taking photos around the world, and more! This episode of Bricks & Banter was brought to you by NatesMinifigs. Go to natesminifigs.com and use code "bm4" for 15% off your purchase. Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter Theme music created by: Charlie, the Nomad spoti.fi/3p5Ezi9 / apple.co/34KyYER
EP 29 - petez_armory
September 06, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 52.6 MBIn this episode, I talk with @petez_armory on Instagram. We discuss our favorite types of soap, taking commissions, Grif's bathwater, and more! This episode of Bricks & Banter was brought to you by NatesMinifigs. Go to natesminifigs.com and use code "bm4" for 15% off your purchase. Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter Theme music created by: Charlie, the Nomad spoti.fi/3p5Ezi9 / apple.co/34KyYER
EP 28 - Eclipsegrafx
August 23, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 65.7 MBIn this episode, I talk with Victor the owner of Eclipsegrafx. We discuss his humble beginnings, the custom community as it were ages ago, future plans, and more! This episode of Bricks & Banter was brought to you by NatesMinifigs. Go to natesminifigs.com and use code "bm4" for 15% off your purchase. Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter Theme music created by: Charlie, the Nomad spoti.fi/3p5Ezi9 / apple.co/34KyYER
EP 27 - World In Darkness
August 09, 2021 04:22 - 2 hours - 103 MBIn this episode, I talk with Everette @a_bricks_interest, Toby @tobias.whelan, and Michael @mije_w on Instagram. They are just a few of the theme leaders in the World In Darkness collaborative storyline. This podcast encompasses a money mentality and we discussed topics like the WID storyline, odd sources of building inspiration, giving constructive criticism, and more! This episode of Bricks & Banter was brought to you by NatesMinifigs. Go to natesminifigs.com and use code "bm4" fo...
EP 26 - Lando_bkm
July 26, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 76.3 MBIn this episode, I discuss with Lando his initial discovery of Brickmania, the strangeness of the LEGO Minifigure anatomy, his first Minifigure designed, and so much more! Make sure to follow Lando on Instagram if you're not already, it is @lando_bkm This episode of Bricks & Banter was brought to you by NatesMinifigs. Go to natesminifigs.com and use code "bm4" for 15% off your purchase. Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter Theme music created by: ...
EP 25 - lm9_productions
July 12, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 89.2 MBIn this episode, I discuss with Aaron why the painting community typically uses cheap paints and modders stick to high-end ones, what music we've been enjoying, his favorite figures he has ever made, and so much more! Make sure to follow Aaron on Instagram if you're not already, it is @lm9_productions Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter Theme music created by: Charlie, the Nomad spoti.fi/3p5Ezi9 / apple.co/34KyYER
EP 24 - custombrickbuilder
June 28, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBIn this episode, we discuss Tristans's start in the community long ago, his love for custom droids, CBB legacy, and so much more! Make sure to follow Tristan on Instagram if you're not already, it is @custombrickbuilder. Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter Theme music created by: Charlie, the Nomad spoti.fi/3p5Ezi9 / apple.co/34KyYER
EP 23 - Natesminifigs
June 14, 2021 04:06 - 1 hour - 88.2 MBIn this episode, we discuss Nate's meteoric rise in the custom LEGO scene, the world of resin printing, the difficulties of creating video content, and so much more! Make sure to follow Nate on Instagram if you're not already, it is @Natesminifigs. Check out this episode's wrap-up post on our Instagram page. @bricks_and_banter Theme music created by: Charlie, the Nomad spoti.fi/3p5Ezi9 apple.co/34KyYER
EP 22 - NNfigures
May 31, 2021 04:10 - 1 hour - 63 MBIn this episode, we talk about the custom Star Wars world, resin printing, and so much more with this week's guest Eli, a.k.a. NNfigures. Theme music created by: Charlie, the Nomad spoti.fi/3p5Ezi9 apple.co/34KyYER
EP 21 - Hammerstein_nwc
May 17, 2021 04:00 - 56 minutes - 44.2 MBIn this episode, I sat down and talked with a veteran of the game, Vinny, a.k.a. Hammerstein_nwc.
EP 20 - DashBricks & Sket Brock
April 26, 2021 04:00 - 56 minutes - 40.2 MBIn this episode we dive deep into the Citizen Brick Day 8 madness with two of the biggest in the CB game, @dashbricks and @_sket_brock_ as they are known on Instagram.
EP 19 - ValorBricks
April 12, 2021 04:00 - 54 minutes - 50.2 MBIn this week's episode, we welcome our first company in the community to the podcast! Brandon is the owner of Valorbricks and creates custom resin-printed LEGO Minifigures. In this episode, we dive into his companies origins, current business plans, and future products.
EP 18 - Fallout_Bricks and Cacomplient
April 05, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 60.8 MBThis episode... this episode is chaotic haha. Me, Jackson, and Alex waste no time this episode with roasts, gorilla talk, and who knows what else. Buckle up. ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★
EP 17 - Commander Turtles
March 29, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 61 MBIn this episode, me and Jeremy get straight to business talking about the magazine which introduced him to the third-party community, Instagram antics, and all sorts of additional tangents.
EP 16 - Pk_custom_lego
March 22, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 45.2 MBThis weeks episode we have none other then Parker, a.k.a. Pk_custom_lego. We talked about his success as a CEO, introduction to Citizen Brick, printing his own designs, and much more!
EP 15 - Tk_1776
March 08, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 52.1 MBIn this episode, we are joined by Collin, a.k.a. Tk_1776 on Instagram. We discussed his recent painting endeavors, Minifig Monday, LEGO ASMR, and so much more!
EP 14 - M.soccer2
March 01, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.9 MBIn this week's episode, we are joined by Mason, a.k.a. M.soccer2 on Instagram and Flickr. We discuss his beginnings in the community around the time of Brickarms origin, working on collaboration builds, and more!
EP 13 - b_m_4
February 22, 2021 05:00 - 39 minutes - 32 MBYep, that's right, I interviewed myself haha. In this episode, I dive in alone and recall my start in the community, discuss changes to the podcast and my profile picture, and ramble probably too much.
EP 12 - Fisk.Bricks
February 15, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 53.1 MBIn this week's episode, we have Fisk.bricks, a.k.a. Sam! We discuss the secret behind his etape work, roast our buddy Cacomplient, dive into his Discord contest-winning photo, and more!
Episode 11 - Artifice12
February 08, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.8 MBIn this episode, we have on my homie Artifice12, a.k.a. Ferg. We talk about his unique one-handed building ability, Citizen Brick Hall of Fame status, and get into his very one Controversy Corner segment. If you enjoyed the conversation, check out the Patreon for an additional 45-minute segment with Ferg as we dive deeper while discussing his beloved color turquoise and more!
EP 11 - Artifice12
February 08, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.8 MBIn this episode, we have on my homie Artifice12, a.k.a. Ferg. We talk about his unique one-handed building ability, Citizen Brick Hall of Fame status, and get into his very one Controversy Corner segment. If you enjoyed the conversation, check out the Patreon for an additional 45-minute segment with Ferg as we dive deeper while discussing his beloved color turquoise and more!
EP 10 - yt_neom
February 01, 2021 05:00 - 53 minutes - 39.9 MBIn this episode of the podcast, we have my pal Neo joining us, a.k.a. yt_neom on Instagram. We got to talking about his competition wins, Brickarms XVR-YT, and photography.
EP 9 - The.Brickman
January 25, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 49.4 MBIn this episode, we are joined by Martin, a.k.a. The.Brickman. We discuss his humble beginnings, his pursuit of Instagram followers, and the downfalls of chasing the numbers.
EP 8 - Christian Cowgill
January 18, 2021 05:00 - 46 minutes - 27.1 MBIn this week's episode, we have LEGO Master's star, Christian Cowgill joining us. We got to talking about his start in the community, Jeeps, and of course... LEGO Masters!
EP 7 - Hoodie_Studios
January 11, 2021 05:00 - 55 minutes - 38 MBIn this week's episode, I talk with Grif, a.k.a. Hoodie_Studios. We discuss the auctioneering world, the creative freedom of customizing Stormstroopers, and the LEGO Star Wars fanbase at large.
EP 6 - Pro_Snarfboarder
January 04, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 48.8 MBOn this week of Bricks & Banter we have one of the most requested guests, Danny a.k.a. Pro_Snarfboarder on Instagram. We discuss his ambitious start in the modding world, his MANY gripes in the community (I swear he's a nice dude that isn't out here just to be rude), and Brickfair interactions.
EP 5 - Uncle_Sammy_Poo and Stainedy's
December 28, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 58 MBThis week we have our first episode with multiple guests at once, Uncle_Sammy_Poo and Stainedy's. They are a dynamic duo of shit posting and making figures alike. We explore Sam's troubled beginnings as a Bionicle builder, Stainedy's protégé status with Max Sweeney, and more in this episode.
EP 4 - Cacomplient
December 21, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 61.3 MBIn this episode, one of my greatest friends in the community joins us for a conversation, Alex a.k.a. Cacomplient. It's hard to summarize the topics we covered when our pea brains hopped topics every other minute but our modding gripes, community social media's, and diss tracks are certainly some of the highlights of this packed episode.
EP 3 - Fallout_Bricks
December 14, 2020 00:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MBThis week we welcome Fallout_Bricks to the podcast to comment on his previous podcast mentions and discuss the fabled beach camo. High-quality knock-offs, Citizen Brick prices, and arguing over Brickarms are just the tip of the iceberg when listing the topics of conversation in this tangent driven episode.