Smugglers' Galaxy: A Star Wars Collecting Podcast
209 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago -Smugglers' Galaxy is a podcast dedicated to shipping you the latest news in Star Wars Universe. Join the conversation as hosts Glen Williams and co-host Jason Wasulko explore topics from vintage to modern collecting, TV shows, movies, and all points between. [email protected]
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#96 It's 8:30 Where's my Amazon?
July 04, 2022 14:36 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBThis week Glen and Jason discuss the latest news from Hasbro and what it could mean for any Future Haslab Star Wars Projects. Jason also waits for his Amazon package that should have arrived hours before this recording. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smugglersgalaxy/message
#97 It's 8:30 Where's my Amazon?
July 04, 2022 14:36 - 1 hour - 66.3 MBThis week Glen and Jason discuss the latest news from Hasbro and what it could mean for any Future Haslab Star Wars Projects. Jason also waits for his Amazon package that should have arrived hours before this recording. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/smugglersgalaxy/support
#95 Joefest 2022
June 28, 2022 08:54 - 1 hour - 81.3 MBIt's Joefest time! Glen and Jason roadtrip to Agusta GA, birthplace of James Brown and home to Joefest. Listen to what they found and also figure out who Glen can add to his list of celebrity run ins. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smugglersgalaxy/message
94 That new Vader is sexy.
June 21, 2022 08:50 - 1 hour - 62.8 MBOn this episode of the Smuggler’s Galaxy Podcast, Glen and Jason are still catching up on all the news revealed at Star Wars Celebration. They turn their attention to the new Third Sister Haslab Lightsaber and talk about its viability. Then they discuss the Obi-Wan Kenobi Retro collection figures that were shown at the Hasbro booth and drool over some of the decisions they made in these figures’ creation. Glen caught a preview of the new Ahsoka trailer that was shown only to guests of the Man...
#93 Kenobi and Celebration recap
June 14, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MBOn the 93rd episode of the Smuggler’s Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason get back into the swing of recording a regular episode of the podcast and discuss episodes 3 and 4 of Obi-Wan Kenobi, which is now available on Disney +. They also talk about their pick ups at Star Wars Celebration and add a few more stories to their experience at that convention. Download and listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smugglersgalaxy/message
#92 Live from Celebration 2022
June 07, 2022 08:56 - 53 minutes - 47 MBGlen and Jason check in live from Anaheim and Star Wars Celebration 2022. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smugglersgalaxy/message
#91 Time for a Bath
May 31, 2022 08:31 - 45 minutes - 35.9 MBGlen and Jason talk to 1st two episodes of the new Obi Wan show and a mini review of Celebration. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smugglersgalaxy/message
#90 A bite size episode.
May 24, 2022 09:06 - 24 minutes - 19.6 MBTaking a page from the Force of Course Podcast it's a short episode this week. Glen and Jason go to the Gwinnett toy show and prep for celebration. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smugglersgalaxy/message
#89 The Star Wars Celebration Swag Episode
May 17, 2022 08:02 - 1 hour - 68.6 MBOn this episode of the Smuggler’s Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason welcome the Swag King, Narayan Naik, to talk about the variety of fan made swag available at Star Wars Celebration. They also cover the history of the Willrow Hood Ice Cream patch set, a swag set that has attracted the attention of fans across the globe. They also cover a small selection of news and their latest purchases. Download and listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smugglersgalax...
#88 When this podcast hits 88......
May 10, 2022 08:21 - 1 hour - 58.6 MBIt's been a news worthy week Glen and Jason wonder the Galaxy to explore it all. From the new Obi Wan trailer to the Hasbro reveals to how bad May the 4th has sucked the past few years. Like us on all Social Media platforms and leave us a 5 star review where you listen. Email us at [email protected] --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smugglersgalaxy/message
#87 Talking Kylo Ren
May 04, 2022 02:10 - 55 minutes - 51.1 MBThe sequel trilogy introduced us to a new kind of villain never seen before in the Star Wars Universe – the vile Kylo Ren. What makes Kylo different is that, unlike the cold and calculated Emperor, Kylo was fueled by rage and anger, and, at times, he would let his anger make choices for him instead of deciding with a level head. He would display temper tantrums when he didn’t get his way. He would hurt people to prove a point out of a sense of entitlement that he could do so. On this epi...
#86 Always Have Deodorant
April 26, 2022 07:50 - 1 hour - 54.8 MBConventions are an exciting avenue of the hobby where we can meet content creators, actors, sculptors, buy pieces missing from our collection, and learn more about a specific topic at various panels. But with that excitement, we can sometimes lose sight of the smaller things. And on this episode of the Smuggler’s Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason are here to help you prepare for that next exciting convention. From poster tubes to deodorant, we make a list of things of things to consider bringing...
#85 I Fear the Morning.
April 19, 2022 09:17 - 1 hour - 56.8 MBTed from "The Force of Course" Podcast fills in for Jason this week. But don't fear Jason checks in and gives us an update to why he is absent from the show. Glen and Ted talk about what little news there is this week, How it's cool to be a nerd, and Glen shares his thoughts on why the Obi Wan series had its premier date changed. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smugglersgalaxy/message
#84 The race against time.
April 12, 2022 08:00 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBIn 2019, Hasbro distributed a press release that said the company planned to remove plastic from its packaging by the end of 2022. For some Vintage Collection (TVC) collectors – this is a problem. In a recent poll, nearly 45 percent of the TVC collectors said they keep their action figures on card and in the bubble because the plastic bubble in the packaging harkens back to the original run of Kenner action figures. Nostalgia is part of the appeal. Without plastic in the packaging, that entir...
#83 We got a table!
April 05, 2022 09:31 - 43 minutes - 34 MBThe Powder Springs Toy Show is a bimonthly event in the parking lot of an antique mall where vendors sign up to bring a variety of toys to sell. These toys range from toys from items made in the 60s and 70s, to toys currently available on shelves at the big box retailers. This week on the Smugglers Galaxy Podcast, join Glen and Jason, with special guest and fellow collector, Doug, as they toy hunt for the day! They hit the Powder Springs Toy Show and take a detour on their way home to Second...
#82 I got slice cream.
March 29, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 65.3 MBNow that the hype leading up to the premiere of The Book of Boba Feet has subsided, it’s time to give this Disney+ show a fresh look. On this episode of the Smuggler’s Galaxy Podcast, Glen and Jason do just that. They look at this seven-episode show in its entirety, talk about what worked for them and what didn’t, discuss Boba Fett as a character, and if their perception has changed since they first watched it when it premiered at the end of December. In addition to their review of the show,...
#81 Live from Toylanta! It’s the Smuggler’s Galaxy Podcast!
March 22, 2022 09:14 - 51 minutes - 42.6 MBOn this episode of the Smuggler’s Galaxy Podcast, Glen and Jason are recording from the Georgia Alliance of Star Wars Collectors (GASWC) table as the annual toy show, Toylanta, winds down on a Sunday afternoon. They talk about trends that they saw from vendors, what they picked up at the show, the result of the GASWC Art Auction benefiting the Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta, interview vendors and attendees, and read a listener’s email regarding the hobby turning into an investment market. ...
#80 Rich Alot and D. Martin Myatt Interview - Two Authors of The Vintage Collection Archive Edition Book!
March 15, 2022 08:00 - 2 hours - 120 MBOn this episode of the Smuggler's Galaxy Podcast, we interview Rich Alot and D. Martin Myatt, two of the authors of the new The Vintage Collection Archive Edition Book. This book, which was Kickstarter in 2019, is now in the process of being shipped to Kickstarters across the globe. Inside its pages are a wealth of knowledge about Hasbro's Vintage Collection (TVC), and the authors graciously gave us some of their time to talk about the process of writing this book. This interview was conduct...
#79 Is it still just a hobby?
March 08, 2022 10:16 - 1 hour - 61.4 MBThe hobby is changing. Perhaps it’s been shifting for the past few years, but its definitely more than a hobby at this point; it’s an investment market with new money coming in to join the fun. Are they the ones responsible for driving prices up high? Have new collectors been priced out of the hobby? Glen and Jason try to understand what’s going on right now, and they compare current vintage Star Wars prices with those in 2002. As always, they talk about the latest Star Wars news and pickups...
#78 Why not, more Star Cruiser talk.
March 01, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 57.6 MBWith fewer than 90 days until Star Wars Celebration, the quintessential Star Wars convention this May, Glen and Jason share what they’ve done so far to prepare for the event. They talk about swag preparation, getting in shape, and list a few things they need to remember. In addition to that, the first voyagers of the Star Wars Star Cruiser have taken their flights and social media is a buzz about what was said – and what wasn’t said. Being both Disney and Star Wars fans, Glen and Jason go thr...
#77 FIRE!
February 22, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 86.5 MBIt’s another fire side chat with Jordan Duncan! Join us as we cozy up to the fire pit and talk all things Star Wars. During this conversation, we cover Book of Boba Fett, the upcoming Disney+ Obi-Wan Kenobi show, the Black Series Black Krrsantan figure, a trip to Disney, the latest on the Starcruiser, and so much more! Jason also brings up the feedback we received on last weeks episode and the conversation around the term “grail” as it’s used in collecting. Tune in and let us know what you t...
#76 The Spin Seen Around the World!
February 15, 2022 10:20 - 1 hour - 76.3 MBThe final episode of the Book of Boba Fett has landed! Glen and Jason are here to break down the episode and share their thoughts. Did it make them as mad as a rancor or as happy as a Grogu with a ball bearing? Additionally, Glen was in New Orleans to attend Chewbaccus. He shares what he saw at that Sci-Fi themed festival and everything else he did while in the city. Finally, Jason shares his experience at the latest Powder Springs Toy Show. Download, listen, give us a five-star review, and...
#75 Talking is Hard!
February 08, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 68.3 MBEpisode six of the Book of Boba Fett is here, and its a big one. So big that Glen and Jason recorded this episode the night of its release. As usual, they talk about (SPOILER)'s return, and what it might mean for the franchise. They also talk about (SPOILER) (SPOILERING) our favorite (SPOILER). Also, (SPOILER) at the end! So much to discuss. Needless to say, this episode contains spoilers. Finally, they talk about Hasbro releasing four different versions of the same Boba Fett figure with min...
#74 Say it!!
February 01, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 65.5 MBOn episode 74 of the Smugglers Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason talk about a recent upgrade to their collections rooms. They jumped on the opportunity to grab premiere display cases from Facebook marketplace, which takes their display up to the next level. They also break down the latest episode of The Mandalorian - oops - strike that - Book of Boba Fett! That was an episode of the Book of Boba Fett. Anyways, they give their thoughts and talk about how this latest episode has caused an under ap...
#73 I hope I look that good at 60.
January 25, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 85.8 MBWe’ve reached the mid-way point for the Book of Boba Fett, the show that fills in the gaps from when we saw Boba get swallowed by the sarlacc, to the moment he returned on screen in the second season of the Mandalorian. Glen and Jason provide their thoughts on episode 4, and they are join by a special guest, Ted Beaver, host of The Force, Of Course podcast. Together, they talk about the Haslab Rancor project, dream Haslab projects, their week in collecting, and what it was like for Ted to gro...
#72 Please Sir, can I have some Celebration tickets?
January 18, 2022 09:00 - 1 hour - 59.9 MBWe are three episodes in of the Book of Boba Fett show, and Glen and Jason are here to present their thoughts of this Disney+ limited series. We finally get some emotional depth and motivation for the character, and its time to dissect it. As usual, they boys talk about their pickups this week, news on their travel plans in 2022, and everything else orbiting the Star Wars galaxy. Download and listen! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smugglersgalaxy/message
71 Give Him A Hat
January 11, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 75.2 MBThe second episode of the Book of Boba Fett is here, and Glen and Jason break it down. Not only do they recap what happens, but give their perspective on this new Disney+ show. Do they like it? Do they wish for more? They also talk about survivors of the Sail Barge explosion. The show has illustrated that not all on board suffered the same fate as the mighty Jabba. As usual, they discuss their pickups of the week and talk about the Atlanta Vintage Toys Garage Sale. Tune in and leave a review!...
#70 Do They Sing Iron Man?
January 04, 2022 10:16 - 1 hour - 74.4 MBFor more than 40 years, Boba Fett’s mysterious persona has enchanted Star Wars fans everywhere. They wanted to know everything about him; who is he, where did he come from, where does he get those wonderful toys, and did he survive the sarlacc? That last question was answered in season 2 of the Mandalorian, but with the premiere of the Book of Boba Fett, many more answers are provided to us - and a few more questions are raised. On this episode of the Smugglers Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason...
#69 It's Our Holiday Episode with Special Guests!
December 28, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 85.7 MBOn this special episode of the Smugglers Galaxy Podcast, Glen and Jason wrap up 2021 with a holiday special of their own. They first break down their holidays and what was waiting for them under the tree, before turning the show to talk about collecting in 2021. They talk about their collecting goals for the year, discuss if they met those goals, and talk about what they wish to accomplish in 2022. In addition, special guests Sam Sams, Lewis Brown, Tony Johnson, Ted Beaver, David Quinn, Jorda...
#68 Let's see how much trouble I get into for this.
December 21, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 47.3 MBIn 1996, Lucasfilm experimented with telling a complete, cohesive storyline across multiple mediums without releasing an actual film. Shadows of the Empire started as a book by Steve Perry, but the story was not limited to the 340 pages contained in the novel. The scope of the story grew through videos games and comics, and our imaginations could do more with the action figures and toys released to coincide with these stories. This week on the Smugglers Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason look bac...
#67B He's the nerd on the show.
December 14, 2021 22:11 - 1 hour - 78.1 MBTrying to Understand the Current State of the Star Wars franchise On this episode of the Smugglers Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason share their feelings about the latest news and moans around the Star Wars “hotel” and the fallout from the Rancor not funding. The displeasure around the franchise seems to be gaining speed, and the hosts attempt to make sense of it all. In addition, Jason has received his copy of The Star Wars The Vintage Collection Archive Edition book. This Kickstarter project...
#66 Winter Social Recap
December 07, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 70.5 MBIt’s that time of the year! The Georgia Alliance of Star Wars Collectors held their first Winter Social since the start of the pandemic. On this episode of the Smugglers Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason discuss the event and fill you in. What happened that night? What game turned everyone into Rey-like scavengers for an hour and a half? Tune in to find out! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smugglersgalaxy/message
#65 Vintage Star Wars Talk
November 30, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 74.9 MBThis week on the Smuggler’s Galaxy Podcast, our conversation with Jerry Hancock continues. Jerry has studied Sears for years and knows all about its history. He has a passion for Star Wars, too. As a result, he has a focus on Star Wars items that were once Sears exclusives. Jerry talks about what Sears had to offer, how one could purchase these pieces, and what figures were available in each playset. But before we jump into that, the trio review current vintage loose prices. In early 2021, w...
#64 Not Another Rancor Conversation
November 23, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 47.7 MBJerry Hancock join the Glen and Jason this week to talk news around the galaxy. They start by reviewing the Fall Crawl, a one day, three collection tour in Georgia. From there, they discuss the rancor in the room. Jerry, being a vintage collector, shares his thoughts from outside the bubble. Then they cover the rest of the news, from Destination D23, to the latest news coming out of Lucasfilm. Join them on this first part of a two part episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcast...
#63 Update on Modern Pricing
November 16, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 65.1 MBAt the start of 2021, as the skyrocketing prices of Star Wars collectibles plateaued and ceased their outrageous climb, Glen and Jason took a snapshot of modern Vintage Collection and Black Series prices. Now that the year is almost over, it’s time to revisit those prices and see where they compare today in our current market. On this episode of the Smugglers Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason do just that - they see where prices currently sit. They find an interesting trend in the Vintage Coll...
#62 Birthdays and Boba
November 09, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 55.1 MBThe trailer for the upcoming season of the Book of Boba Fett has dropped and Glen and Jason break it down and over analyze each exciting shot! I’m addition to looking at the trailer with a magnifying lens, it’s birthday week! Jason reveals his birthday haul, which will guarantees that he will be busy for the next few weeks. Listen in! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smugglersgalaxy/message
61 You can't use that to buy toys!
November 02, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 60.8 MBDid you know Star Wars was first released for home viewing the same year it premiered in 1977? If not, tune in! This week on the Smuggler’s Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason go through the multiple home releases of the featured films. For those too young to see Star Wars on the big screen, we saw the original trilogy in one of its multiple home releases. From VHS to laser disc, we discuss it all! Plus, they discuss their pick ups this week and more! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcas...
#60 Give me a Tab!
October 26, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 96 MBLess than a decade after traveling to a galaxy far, far away, Glen and Jason were enchanted by a another movie universe, one powered by a flux capacitor, where obstacles were met with optimism and determination, and getting back to the future was the only thing that mattered. This week on the Smuggler’s Galaxy podcast, the duo talk about their love of Back to the Future, the 1985 movie that spawned two sequels and took us on an adventure through time. In addition to their discussion, they cov...
#59 A Conversation About Scalping
October 19, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 59.4 MBIt’s a common challenge in the collecting community - price gouging. Most of us are tired of empty pegs at the store, and it’s frustrating to find those items at toys shows or Facebook groups for a 100 percent markup. It can lead to negative emotions when all we want is to be positive and love our hobby. This week on the Smuggler’s Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason talk about scalpers and price shaming, the moral aspect of things, and wonder if this is an issue that will ever go away. In addit...
Cincinnati Deep Dive Part 3
October 15, 2021 09:44 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBBonus Episode The last part of the Deep dive Glen is joined by Narayan, Tony and Don as they end the weekend with a local delicacy Skyline Chili. Then Glen and Narayan recap the weekend on the drive home. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smugglersgalaxy/message
Cincinnati Deep Dive Part 2
October 15, 2021 09:27 - 25 minutes - 23 MBBonus Episode Glen is joined by Narayan, and Dan as they drive to the Hall of Justice for a day of sightseeing. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smugglersgalaxy/message
Cincinnati Deep Dive Part 1
October 15, 2021 09:12 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBBonus episode! Glen is joined by Narayan as they tour Cincinnati. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smugglersgalaxy/message
#58 The Great Cincinnati Toy Show Recap
October 12, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 65.5 MBThe Cincinnati Toy Show happened this past weekend and Glen was there to enjoy it all. On this episode of the Smuggler's Galaxy Podcast, Glen tells us all about his time in the city. Not only did he participate in room sales and the toy show itself, but several local collectors opened their doors and generously welcomed him in for a tour of their collections. They both talk about what they've picked up in the past few weeks and Jason talks about his time in New York... and his love for appl...
#57 To Catch a Scalper
October 05, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 87.5 MBJordan Ghastly sits in with Glen this week. They talk about the Powder Springs Toy swap, why they don't collect comics. The Walking Dead and other movies/TV shows shot in the Atlanta area. They touch on the hot topic of Star Wars Visions. (Jordan hasn’t watched any of the episodes so it's a short review). Jason checks in from the road and Jordan talks about his run in with a local Scalper. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smugglersgalaxy/message
# 56 Rumors! Speculation! Intrigue!
September 28, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 64.1 MBOn this episode of the Smuggler’s Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason talk about an Ahsoka rumor regarding her upcoming Disney+ show. They also talk about what they want to see in the Star Wars universe, before pivoting to the latest GASWC meetup at the Brown residence. Tune in and join the adventure! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smugglersgalaxy/message
#55 All hail the king… the swag king!
September 21, 2021 09:43 - 46 minutes - 42.4 MBNarayan Naik joins the Smuggler’s Galaxy podcast this week to talk about his love of swag. Swag items include patches, buttons, bookmarks, coasters, bottle caps and so much more - anything released by LucasFilm to thousands of fan made items. Narayan shares why he loves swag so much and what makes a great item. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smugglersgalaxy/message
#54 Is Boba Fett worth all the hype?
September 14, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 65.1 MBDragon Con is the premiere convention in the metro Atlanta area, and after taking a year off from the pandemic, came back in 2021 with lighter crowds. Glen reports on his experience at Dragon Con 2021, before they debate the merits of Boba Fett. Is he an outstanding character or overrat --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smugglersgalaxy/message
# 53 Buy the shirt!!!
September 07, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 73.3 MBThis week on the Smuggler’s Galaxy podcast, Glen and Jason welcome Alfonso Rivera, host of the Comic Elite Podcast. Alfonso grew up in Puerto Rico and talks about his experience seeing Star Wars on the big screen. Then they talk about his love of prop making, his collection of Mandalorian items, and so much more! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/smugglersgalaxy/message
#52 Return of the GASWC Meetup
August 31, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 65.8 MBOn this episode of the Smuggler’s Galaxy podcast, join hosts Glen and Jason as they travel to the home of Terry and Lisa Chandler, owners of the Hoth Rebel Base collection. Terry is a former marine and collector of everything Hoth! He even has a collection of variant Hoth rebel soldiers and explains why that particular figure means so much to him. Glen and Jason then give their thoughts of the first official meet up since February 2020. Join them on this adventure! Music Credit: Beat 10, Writ...
#51 Is Star Wars no longer Hasbro’s Priority?
August 24, 2021 09:00 - 46 minutes - 42.6 MBOn this second part of our conversation with Jordan Ghastly, we discuss Hasbro’s Haslab program. Are the products offered on this pledge-campaign website really dream products for fans or are they to draw attention to Hasbro for free publicity? The conversation then transitions to the state of modern collecting by comparing Star Wars to Marvel, Transformers, and G.I. Joe. Marvel has received several new waves over the past year, and many of these waves contain very little in terms of repack...