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Smugglers" Galaxy: A Star Wars Collecting Podcast

Smugglers" Galaxy : A Star Wars Collecting Podcast

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. Smugglersgalaxy@gmail.com

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01:16:59

🎁 GASWC Winter Social Recap! TVC, Retro, & Black...

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2025/12/16

On this episode of the Smugglers’ Galaxy Podcast, Glen and Jason report on all the fun from the Georgia Alliance of Star Wars Collectors (GASWC) Winter Social. They cover the gift exchange, the chili and mac-and-cheese contest, and Jason’s big 2026 collecting predictions called Force Cubes. You'll feel like you were right there!Plus, the guys dive into the latest Hasbro action figure reveals for the Vintage Collection (TVC), Retro Collection, and Black Series. Jason shares his awesome finds from

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00:51:59

#273: Star Wars Collectibles Market Slump? Doctor...

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2025/12/09

Join Glen and Jason on Smugglers Galaxies Podcast as they tackle the biggest issue in toy collecting right now: the collectibles selling market slump. If you’re trying to sell action figures or general Star Wars memorabilia, you know that items, unless truly rare and in high demand, are sitting for a long time.To get an updated pulse on the hobby, we get an exclusive report from Jordan Ghastly on the latest deals and discoveries at the Powder Springs Toy Show (Atlanta area)!Jason celebrates by

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00:42:59

#272: Hasbro Trashing Toys, Lando News, Stolen...

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2025/12/02

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

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01:11:31

#271: Retro Toy Con Review & Star Wars Content Debate...

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2025/11/25

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

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01:22:52

#270: Toy Industry Crossovers, Indie Toys, Funko...

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2025/11/18

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

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00:58:59

#269: Birthday Pickups, Funko Fears, and Popcorn...

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2025/11/11

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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00:57:05

#268: Star Wars News Catch-Up: Hasbro Reveals, IMAX...

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2025/11/04

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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01:09:41

#267: The Star Wars Movie Disney Rejected

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2025/10/28

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

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00:53:16

#266: Another Price Increase, George Lucas is NOT...

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2025/10/21

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

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01:02:30

#265: NYCC Reveals, Tron HasLab, and Theme Park Updates!

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2025/10/14

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:

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01:34:29

#264: Hasbro Raises Prices, Lucasfilm Recycles Plots,...

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2025/10/07

Star Wars collectors, get ready! On this episode of the Smugglers' Galaxy Podcast, host Jason is joined by special guest, David Quinn from the Star Wars Prototype and Production podcast. We discuss latest news affecting the Star Wars collecting community.Key discussion points include:Hasbro's $3 price hike on Black Series and The Vintage Collection figures. We analyze how this will impact collectors' budgets and the future of the hobby.The GI Joe Classified "variant cardback." Could this be a sign

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01:00:37

#263: Mandalorian & Grogu Trailer Reaction, Sideshow...

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2025/09/30

Get ready to journey to the galaxy far, far away! In this episode of The Smugglers' Galaxy Podcast, we provide a full analysis of the new Mandalorian & Grogu movie trailer. Join us as we break down every scene, discuss key possible plot points, and uncover Easter eggs that went unnoticed.But that's not all! Jason gives his full review of the highly anticipated Sideshow Collectibles Labria action figure. We also get Glen's take on the spectacular Back To The Future musical. And finally, we share

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00:47:07

#262: Corporate Crowdfunding: Is It Good for the Toy...

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2025/09/23

Join us on Smugglers Galaxy Podcast as we debate if large, multi-million dollar toy companies use crowdfunding platforms to fund their products?Historically, these platforms empowered independent creators and small businesses to bring their passion projects to life. But now, big corporations are using them to fund massive toy lines. Is this a misuse of a tool built for the "little guy," or an evolution of how products are funded?We also tackle a crucial question for any brand: What happens when a

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01:02:44

#261: May the North Be With You: A Star Wars...

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2025/09/16

Join Jason, the world traveler, as he recaps his journey to Toronto, Ontario for "May the North Be With You," a premier fan-hosted Star Wars event in Canada. This episode is a must-listen for Star Wars collectors and fans, offering an in-depth look at the convention experience.Jason gives listeners an exclusive recap of the three-day event, from the engaging Star Wars panels and the toy show to the special welcome dinner held at 43 Hanna, the historic site of Irwin Toys, the original Canadian

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00:57:19

#260: HasLab Hype: The Republic Gunship, Gosling, the...

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2025/09/09

Join Glen and Jason as they explore the Star Wars galaxy! In this episode, they break down the HasLab LAAT/i Republic Gunship, offering their predictions on its funding before the final outcome was known. They also discuss the upcoming Star Wars Starship movie, starring Ryan Gosling and directed by Shawn Levy. Jason offers his theories on the film's plot. They also look at a possible price hike with action figures. Plus, Jason shares his latest Vintage Collection acquisitions and gives a full review

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01:15:52

#259: Talking Terminator and More with Laurie!

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2025/09/02

Join us as we welcome writer and collector Laurie Goulding to the show! We talk about his career, from his time as a writer for Warhammer to his current work on video games.In this episode, Laurie shares his passion for legendary sci-fi franchises like Star Wars, Terminator, and Predator. Plus, you'll hear a behind-the-scenes story and get an exclusive look at an unproduced Predator action figure from his personal collection.

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00:42:39

258: The Problem with Prototype Collecting

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2025/08/26

Welcome to a new episode of the Smugglers' Galaxy Podcast!Join hosts Glen and Jason as they discuss the increasingly complex world of prototype collecting. This episode unpacks the challenges collectors face today, from navigating a market flooded with fakes and paint-stripped action figures to identifying factory-produced extras and broken pieces. Discover why the pursuit of these rare collectibles has never been more complicated.We also look into the latest news from Hasbro, starting with a

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00:49:43

#257: Sideshow Greedo, Ron Howard on Solo & Funko's...

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2025/08/19

On The Smugglers’ Galaxy Podcast, we're talking about all things Star Wars collectibles. Join them as Jason unboxes the incredible new Sideshow Collectibles Greedo figure. Plus, we'll discuss Ron Howard's interview with Variety on how he joined the film Solo: A Star Wars Story. Finally, they’ll discuss Funko's latest financial struggles and what their new strategy means for collectors.

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00:50:13

#256: Boba Fett, Matthew Smith & Your Last Collection...

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2025/08/12

On this episode of the Smugglers’ Galaxy Podcast, we tackle the ultimate collector's dilemma: if you sold all of your collection except for one bookshelf of space, what would you keep from your collection? And what's the last item you'd hold onto? Plus, get the latest Star Wars news: Matthew Smith is cast in Star Wars: Starfighter, insights on Boba Fett's return (or lack thereof), and hot rumors about the future of Star Wars content. Join Jason for an action figure unboxing of our latest pickups

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00:46:43

#255: Star Wars Haslab LAAT/i & Andor Emmys -...

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2025/08/05

Join us on the Smugglers Galaxy podcast as we look at the (seemingly) unexpected lack of enthusiasm for Hasbro's latest Star Wars Haslab project: the LAAT/i Republic Gunship. Why is this iconic prequel-era vehicle experiencing the slowest start of any Star Wars Haslab to date? We break down the community's feedback, including insights from a special guest, to uncover the reasons behind the funding struggle.But the Force is strong with other Star Wars content! We also celebrate the incredible success

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