Elsewhere the lads indulge in a little fantasy theme park fun, tell all about their latest finds with even Richard picking something up this month, and go international as Face-Off heads to Spain, Canada, Mexico and, err, Indonesia.

Andy Preston takes the reigns as quizmaster, and the team picks the best new acquisitions from around the world, with a DT Ben, an prototype poster, a Vader / Chewie mix-up, soapy Star Wars and Italian stationery.

In Rebel Briefings the boys look back at Live, selling See Threepio, modelling on Endor, Maul on telly, Japanese rocket robots, Vic Reeves paintwork, and Youngie Oldie Yoda.

Licensee this month is Kenner’s pre-school range, from Star Tots to talking telephones, and all things Ewok - Fire Cart, Family Hut, Woodland Wagon and more. A lesser known, and - maybe - under rated line? Find out more on the podcast!

Plenty of bluster and banter alongside, you can find the podcast in all the usual places.

Drew is the owner of Collector Displays, building premium quality display cabinets for collectors. We hear about how Star Wars inspires both his collecting and his business.

In the Intro section, the lads look forward to a new Star Wars movie that’s apparently coming out in a few weeks time, and wonder why it’s getting so little publicity. Moving swiftly on there’s a run down of our new acquisitions, an educational Action Country Face-Off, an entertaining quiz from Pete, and a look at the best finds of the month from around the collecting world, including Slim Sticks, Konga Cola, Palitoy proofs, a Stormtrooper you can’t miss, and a BBQ restaurant button.

In Rebel Briefings we welcome Tom Derby back to the collecting world, report on Echo Base Live, welcome a wonderful Palitoy book from Brian Hickey and look forward to a re-issue from Bob Brechin, anticipate a Fun day in Blackburn, and check out a Kenobi Blank Back Proof.

Coming in like a rocket is our Licensee this month, Estes, which produced a range of flying model rockets for Star Wars and Empire. Shooting for the stars, or going out with a bang? Listen and find out!

All this along with the usual stuff and nonsense, look out for the podcast in the usual places.

The lads kick off the first podcast of 2026 in fine style as they look back at the year gone, and discuss their plans and collecting goals for the New Year.  Will Pete be hoping to get himself that gold bikini? Listen and find out!

A plentiful plethora of new acquisitions are discussed, Rich gets quizzical, and the Action Figure Country Vehicle Face Off Thing has a uniquely Euro flavour, visiting Yugoslavia, Hungary, Germany and Finland.  Shout-outs see the team bring their favourite acquisitions to the table with an Australian threesome, dodgy jigsaws, cheesy triangles, a soapy box, and signs of the radio.

Rebel Briefings catches up the latest stories from the collecting universe with a find of Dixie Cups artwork, AI shenanigans, looking ahead to Echo Live, Bespin Prime’s Best of 25, and a Palitoy books bonanza.

In the Licensee section Pete and Andy take a look at fine furniture from American Toy & Furniture, with bookcases, chests, cabinets, tables, chairs, and more.  Some wonderful products, but it’s the artwork that takes the prize.

There’s plenty of banter and bluster besides, and you can catch the podcast in all the usual places.

The show opens with a remembrance of poster artist Drew Struzan, who recently passed, and a chat about the lads’ favourite posters. Rich expands the New Acquisitions section to take in any old tat, and there’s another international Face-Off, taking in Croatia, Venezuela, Israel and the land of Dog Chow.

Andy P hosts a colourful cardback quiz, and the NA shout-outs feature some tasty 32-backs, a cracking carnival mirror, a trio of vinyl capes, an exciting early bird, and a lovely lenticular poster.

Rebel Briefings brings in stories from around the collecting world including fab food ads, a Toy Fair find, Boba’s blaster, the final (sob!) Farthest From, featured finds from Vectis, and re-living Echo Live.

Licensee this month is Burtons Biscuits, who produced a range of ‘Crisp biscuits sprinkled with mint sugar’ in Star Wars packaging, popular with 80s kids in Britain. This sparks an outbreak of biscuity nostalgia among the lads, and cookie cravings. Plenty of Zollux and banter along the way, find the podcast in all the usual places.

The podcast opens with a spooky pitch for Halloween fun in a galaxy far, far away, after which the lads discuss their latest pick-ups, and the Face-Off continues its global world tour.  There’s a cracking quiz from Jason, and in New Acquisitions, the team discusses a calculator clock ruler combo, a Mind Circus mug, an Omni Cosmetics display, some Tortuous diecast, and a flask from darkest Peru.

Rebel Briefings brings together the latest stories from around the Star Wars universe, including more mail-order musings with Jerry Hancock, a Super See-Threepio, Spoons’ Dortmund discussion, a packaging palaver, high value for Vader’s saber, Paleetoys Bespin bonanza, and a web of dies.

Licensee this month is the brilliantly named Kid Nap, an Irish company that made kids’ bedroom furnishings, with a great - and little known - Star Wars range.

All this mixed in with the standard jests, jokes and joshing!  Find the podcast in all the usual places.

In the Intro section we mark the passing of rock legend Ozzy Osbourne in true TVR fashion by forming our own band from the vintage figure line. The lads tell all about their latest vintage finds, and there’s more international shenanigans in the Face-Off. Rich hosts this month’s quiz, and we look at the top finds from around the collecting galaxy, from eclectic companies including Glasslite, Takara, Topps, Thermos, and Pete gets some dodgy invitations from Mexico.

In Rebel Briefings the lads highlight collecting stories including auction treasures, how to transport your MOCs, belated Happy Birthdays, stolen displays, and remembering Admiral Pete. As ever we wrap up with the Licensee section, looking this time at one of the more unusual vintage licences, Australian company Harper’s, who thought in 1983 that Return of the Jedi would be an ideal vehicle to promote their dog food. Whatever next?

Join us for all this and the usual stuff and nonsense - find the podcast in all of the obvious places.

In the intro section we chat about how to keep your collecting fresh and interesting, look at our own new acquisitions and others from around the world including a Kenner Firecart, a Palitoy display, a Trebor sweetie box, transparent Leia’s, and some old-skool home taping. Spoons does the quiz by-the-book, and Rich takes Face-Off into international territories.

Rebel Briefings sees the lads look at stories from around the collecting world including coins, concepts, a cautionary tale, and a bargain (?) Rocket Fett.

Licensee this month is a little different as the team casts a look at crew items from the original 1977 Star Wars movie - what’s out there, and how to build a collection.

You can also expect the normal fun, frolics and foolishness - look out for the podcast in all the usual places.

We start the show with a look forward to Celebration LA in 2027, and what we might expect.

Moving swiftly on, the intro section sees the lads discuss their latest pick-ups, defend their selections in Action Playset Face-Off, and get quizzical with Spoons.

The New Acquisitions feature has an international flavour as we sample new finds from Mexico, Poland, Spain, Germany and … err … Brentford.

In Rebel Briefings, Andy P interviews Mark Harewood who tells of a close encounter with a Sith Lord in a Belfast toy shop. The team goes on to discuss conventions past and future, and Chris Fawcett coins it in. There’s news of discoveries in the diecast and baggie sectors, a look at old and new home made toys, and an update on the impending Palitoy publication.

Licensee this month is British company Chad Valley. A short section surely, as they only released one item - or did they? All this and more in a packed 6-hour show, look out for the podcast in the usual places.

Our special interview guest is Zia Rezvi, a Twickenham based collector, and an all round great guy. Rich delves deep into his collecting habits and his love for a galaxy far, far away.

Otherwise, in a packed show, the lads sort out Disney’s upcoming Star Wars programming, tell all about their growing collections, and debate this month’s selections in the Action Playset Face-Off.

Andy P has a Top quiz - but who will come up Trumps? And, the team highlights the best new acquisitions from around the collecting world.

The Rebel Briefings section brings reports from Redditch, anticipation for Tokyo, and Chris’s collectable coins. We look forward to an upcoming Palitoy publication, and note the passing of a Leamington toy shop legend.

Licensee this month is short and sweet, as we take a brief look at British company Trebor, and their Chewy treats. All this mixed with the usual stuff and nonsense, look for the podcast in the usual places.

Elsewhere, the lads ponder Star Tourism, tell all about their latest finds, and battle it out in the Action Playset Face-Off, which sees a Death Star and an Ewok Village up against not one but two Cantina playsets.  Jason hosts this month’s quiz, and in New Acquisition shout-outs, we hear about 12-back display shippers, Japanese pencil cases, Peruvian board games, Helix and Letraset shenanigans on eBay, and an HCF pencil pot.

A packed Rebel Briefings section sees chat about latest happenings in the collecting universe, as we catch up with a new blog on early Kenner displays, hear about the latest charitable offering from the Pennsylvania Star Wars Collecting Society, recall Thomas Troy’s Troop Transporter, take a look at a Palitoy book, a signed Survival Kit and a great Greek gun, before looking ahead to Echo Live and Celebration Japan.

Licensee this month is Burger King, as the team sink their teeth into a whopper of a promotion across all three original trilogy movies.

Plenty of bluff, bluster and banter besides, look for the podcast in all the usual places.

There’s a canter through new acquisitions, a face-off of Action Playsets, and it’s Rich’s turn to get quizzical. We look at shout-outs from around the collecting world, with some rare US pieces, a curious LP, movie magazines, a blow moulded Vader, and a Danish Darth.

In Rebel Briefings we get up to date with the latest stories including finalising figures with Fawcett, Rockett Fett ramblings, Dealing (or not Dealing), noting the passing of James Earl Jones and Robert Watts, cardback capers from New Zealand, silver fish in the attic, and a missing Amanaman.

Licensee this month is Leewards Creative Crafts, and the wonderful worlds of latch hook rugs and stained glass sun catchers. As usual there’s plenty of frivolous banter along the way, look out for the podcast in all the usual places, and tell your friends!

It’s holidays all round as this month, Canadian guest Bill Kennedy is on a tour of the UK and Ireland, and popped into Spoons’s house for a chat about Star Wars growing up in Canada, the origins of May the North be with you, and all things Die-cast - his dad bent his Y Wing!

Listen in disbelief as Rich tells tale of a Latest Acquisition and the other chaps have some fab new pieces too - we can allow Pete a bit of modern with his sideshow Wol Cabbashite.

Will Spoons make it a hat trick of Action Figure Face Offs or will Rich pick a new contender? Speaking of Rich, another tough quiz set by Chris Porteous should determine once and for all whether books do really exist in the industrial north.

Stay tuned for some beautiful shoutouts spotted in the collecting sphere, and listen out for this month’s exciting rebel briefings: Fett, Castaway Ben Kenobis, the SWCA at 30 and cons of all sorts should get your ears-a-twitching.

We cap it off with a tip top end to the show - Tip Top Ice Cream that is. The perfect Star Wars licensee for any holiday. 

Vehicle face off asks the question 'will Richard continue to hand out the award to Spoons', probably yes. 

Rebel briefings sees a catch up with Chris Fawcett to hear about his Big Pick 3 (no, its not the Nostril Rummaging Championships). 

And we hi-five Hayjax to find out how many crusty second hand bedsheets Andy Preston owns in the licensee section.

All the usual japes and tomfoolery. 

This month’s special guest is Blake Edgerton, who joins Rich to chat about collecting Down Under, and in particular, a wonderful story of an amazing vintage find, from a guy who inherited his father’s collection.

The intro segment sees the lads discuss the current state of Star Wars, and where they’d like to see the saga develop in the years to come.  Moving swiftly on, there’s a quick run through the latest purchases, a lively Action Vehicle Face-Off, and Andy P fires 20 questions at the others in this month’s quiz.

An international New Acquisitions section sees the team looking at American MOCs, German lobby cards, French 3POs, and diecast and vinyl from Japan.  In Rebel Briefings, Rich tells all about touring Tatooine, we look back at Echo Live, and hear from Pete about an exciting new job opportunity.  There’s also news of a new auction venture for Nick Dykes, a shaggy dog story, and a letter from Palitoy. The lads wrap up with a look at a 70s toy shop, exercising Star Wars style, and black blobs on Jason’s group.

This month’s licensee section sees the boys getting in a lather as they take a dive into Omni Cosmetics.  Will they clean up, or wash out? Listen to find out!

All this and the usual stuff and nonsense, look for the podcast in all the usual places.

We’re talking Star Wars tourism this month, as the two Andy’s look back on their recent holiday to Hoth, Rich looks forward to touring Tatooine, and our special interview guest Matt Booker talks about the many Star Wars locations that you can visit in Britain, and beyond. Matt also brings us up to date on childhood collecting, his Boba Fettish, his shop, and much more.

In the intro section the lads talk about their own finds from the Star Wars galaxy, and some wonderful new acquisitions from Russia, Greece, Australia and the USA. Spoons gets quizzical, and Action Vehicle Face-Off comes up with a surprising victor.

Rebel Briefings finds us eager for Echo Live, forcing Fawcett on first shots, early birds and seven packs, and more.

Licensee this month is Touchline as we answer that burning question of how many coins can fit in a money bag - or is it a purse, module or container? You’ll Smile when you find out.

Plenty of bluff and banter besides, you can find the podcast in all the usual places:

Otherwise, with the New Year upon us and the podcast entering its 10th year, the boys ponder on how they might start as new collectors in 2024. What would they focus on, and what to look out for?

The Intro section is busy as ever with talk of new acquisitions, a truly vintage quiz from Pete, and fantastic finds ranging from a German action figure display, to hairdryer packaging.

The Action Vehicle Face-Off sees two All Terrain vehicles take on a pair of mini rigs. Who comes out victorious? You’ll have to listen to find out!

In Rebel Briefings, the team looks at stories including a lost Leia, the return of an old friend, drama on the radio, and comic grading capers. Licensee this month comes from Brazil, as we take a deep dive into Glasslite, and try not to mention Vlix too much.

All this and the usual stuff and nonsense - catch the podcast now, on your app of choice.

Christmas collecting Past, Present and Future  is on the menu of this episode with dollops of regular festive treats. Can Jason show his passion for the Rebel Troop Transport or will the Andy's Tie up a win by fighting off Pete's Skiff minirig in the Vintage Vehicle Face off. 

Richard serves up a delicious three course Rebel Briefings, and theres a corking purchase for Gary Smith in his Palitoy hunt in newest acquisitions.

Join us to see out 2023 with some positivity and good old fashioned merriment. 

The lads are anticipating that other 'seasonal event' this winter, rounding up the latest and greatest new acquisitions from around the Star Wars galaxy, getting quizzical with Rich, and introducing the great new feature, the Action Vehicles Face-Off!

Kicking off a bumper Rebel Briefings section, Rich welcomes Ron Salvatore to discuss the Kenner Sweepstakes promotion. The team go on to chat about events, fakes, books, domes, mini MOCs, a sad passing, and more.

Our licensee this month is Acamas, producers of fine (well, maybe not quite so fine) costumes and masks. Did Rich dress up as Princess Leia when he was 9? You’ll have to listen to find out!

An extra-long show filled with chat, banter and info on all things vintage, you’ll find the podcast in all the usual places.

The lads are in maudlin mood as they discuss what might happen to their collections when they’re gone, and then shed a tear for the very last Action Figure Face-Off - who will claim the final victory?

Andy Norton takes us back to school with a GCSE inspired quiz, and we hear about some great acquisitions - and re-acquisitions.

It’s a busy Rebel Briefings as the team asks about Ahsoka, calls out a colourful Facebook group, considers conventions at Echo (past) and Farthest From (future), finds about about Faucourt’s French figures folio, and covers TVR competitions. There’s a brand new prize on offer, a fantastic light-up figure stand from Mark Sinclair aka Oldie Yoda - listen in for a chance to win.

Licensee this month is Stuart Hall - no, not that one - as we take a canter through notebooks, exercise books, sketch books, portfolios and the like. All this and more, with lots of craic and banter along the way, look out for the podcast in all the usual places.

Our feature this month is The Nelvana Reunion panel featuring John Celestri, Larry Jacobs, and Brian Lemay and they talk about their experiences working on the Holiday Special, Droids, and Ewoks cartoons! The panel took place at ‘May the North be with You’ in Toronto on August 5th - Thanks to Chris Porteous.

Action figure face-off is nearing its conclusion as Andy Preston defends Dengar, Andy Norton loves Luke Jedi, Jason Smith wonders over Warok and Peter Davis delights over the Death Star Droid. Richard Hutchinson has an impossible job trying to choose the winner. 

Rebel Briefings is jam packed with wondrous tales of collecting, Richard interviews Tom Scaife & others regarding a Pre-production find in the USA, the mystery of Willrow Hood is finally revealed and so much more Star Wars collecting goodness is discussed.

The licencee section finishes it all off looking at Fundimensions and their small but perfectly formed releases. 

The hosts try to put together a 'Top 5 of Toys we should maybe talk more about '. Do you agree with their choices and suggestions? Spoons shares a revelation recently discovered about an action figure that might make the list.

In the four way Action Figure Face-off Andy Preston hops in an AT-AT to defend its Driver,  Andy 'Spoons' Norton joins the Death Squad to see if its Commander is worthy, Jason goes with the Commander of the Rebels and Pete hops down to Jabba's Dungeon to get familiar with the most handsome of Action Figures - The Rancor Keeper.

There's much more tomfoolery and hijinks japery in a huge Rebel Briefings section, and the licensee section has us focusing on Sigma - a favourite of everyone, but do we own much of it between us?

There's also a chance to win one of Paleetoys Death Star Detention Block playsets, for a competition prize.  These sets are available now from Paleetoys (Lee Gregory) on Facebook, they’re made in the vintage style like the Cantina or Land of the Jawas, and they make a great display base for figures.

To have a chance of winning this excellent prize, what we’re asking you to do is to go outside and enjoy this lovely weather we’re having - and take your camera and your action figures!  We want to see action figures photographed in an interesting outdoor environment.  It could be urban or rural, it doesn’t matter, but what we’re looking for is a bit of artistic flair and invention.  You could go for humour, movie accuracy, a single figure or a whole battle scene.  The winner will be the one photo that we as a team collectively enjoy the most. 

Send in your entries to us via Facebook Messenger, Instagram, or email, to reach us by Sunday 23rd July. The winner will be announced next month!

There’s a bumper New Acquisitions section as the lads tell all about their Celebration scores and other pick-ups, and try to stop Jason discussing every single piece of swag he’s collected.

Action Figure Face-Off sees Pete try to defend Jason’s focus figure - how did he do?

Andy P takes the role of quizmaster, boldly going where no host has gone before, and the boys pick out some fantastic finds from across the collecting community to discuss.

In Rebel Briefings, there’s more con action, a look at grading and recent sales of modern retro figure prototypes, a report on Matt Fox’s May The Toys Be With You exhibition in Torquay, and a look at Lee Gregory’s Paleetoys playsets - now in production. The team also look at the upcoming Palitoy book from Bob Brechin, possible bogus Basa cardbacks, and a heartwarming tale of two old Polish ladies.

This months licensee is a bit Random, as the lads run through the myriad of books and other oddments from US publisher Random House. All this and more, mixed with the customary fun and frivolity - you’ll find the podcast in all the usual places.

Thanks to Mark Airey from Blue Harvest Toys for providing video of the event. Check out his channel for more celebration coverage! https://www.youtube.com/c/BlueHarvestVintageToys

The main feature this month also comes from Echo Live as we have the recording from the Palitoy talk from legends Geoff Maisey and Bob Brechin. 

Kathleen Kennedy tasks the lads with pitching for new Star Wars shows based off Vintage toys, will the ideas be as good as recent Disney shows. Let us know if you share the enthusiasm for our amazing ideas.

The action figure face off continues: this month sees Spoons focus figure "Han Hoth" take on Andy Preston's "Nikto", Jason's "Prune face" and Peter's "Luke Hoth". 

Rebel Briefings has further hobby scandal, but we get to learn of a variation in the 12inch figure line. 

Peru's very own Basa is our Licensee this month as we get to learn about their fascination with yellow underpants.

Finally we reveal the winner of our competition to win the custom vintage K-3PO (donated by Clint Garniss). You can also watch that on youtube thanks to Chris Porteous. https://youtu.be/l7a4VQvJl2Q

The intro section rounds off with a hard fought Action Figure Face-Off - will Rich let the Wookiee win? - and a knockout quiz from Spoons.

The team discusses some fabulous finds from around the collecting community, and Rebel Briefings brings news of delectable displays, French fancies, Taiwan test samples, catching up on conventions, and Toy Shop tour talking.

Our main interview guest is Jeremy Maxwell, who tells Rich all about his amazing collection of action figures, Droids and Ewoks runs, autographs, and other great items.

The episode rounds off with this month’s licensee Domark, and the team’s memories of the early days of computer gaming, in which Jason goes a bit Manic.

Look forward to all the usual stuff and nonsense throughout!

The Vintage Rebellion podcast hits the century in style with a special show looking at the trends and changes in the collecting world since 2014, when we originally launched as the Star Wars Forum UK Podcast. Previous host and all round good guy Mark Daniels was available to join us offering a great contribution to the celebration with his vast knowledge and standing in the hobby.

The lads reminisce about the birth of the podcast, and hot topics that we’ve discussed over the years. We have an interview with uber-collector and friend of the show Ron Salvatore, and Pete gives his own unique rundown on the TOP 100 most frequently sold action figures since the podcast started.

As usual expect plenty of banter and fun as we round off 2022 with a bang. Normal service will be resumed for the January show, provided that Rich has survived pneumonia, and Pete and Jason manage their treks back from Bonny Scotland. The whole crew would like to wish all our listeners a very Merry Christmas and the happiest of New Years!

We'd like to thank all previous hosts, guest hosts and everyone who has contributed to the podcast, and of course not forgetting our wonderful listeners. 

Elsewhere, the World Cup is on, and the lads are talking goals, scores, red cards and trophies - Star Wars stylee.

New Acquisitions heralds collectibles from Palitoy to pencils, tee shirts to two-packs, and books to bowling balls, and shout outs to some great finds from around the collecting world.

Richard’s quiz mashes up the World Cup with worldwide collecting, and he has a tough choice to make in a lively Action Figure Face-Off.

A lengthy Rebel Briefings section sees the team chat about current hot topics including a wonderful warehouse find, puzzling prices, Cassian’s climax, fantastic four-packs, and a catch up on conventions. There’s also the results of the lads’ Echo Live Gimcrack challenge, Millennium Falcon mysteries, a Holiday Special retrospective, and a fantastic interview with Justin Hoggard of the Twitter channel Star Wars Fonts - much more interesting than you’d think.

This month’s licensee section proves that the guys are no mugs, as they delve into drinking vessels from Staffordshire Pottery / Kiln Craft.

To hear all this, and the usual shenanigans, look out for the podcast in all the normal places.

Jason sadly comes with some horrendous and tragic personal news and he wanted to continue doing the things he loves so joins us this month. Jason is a beloved part of our podcast and the Star Wars collecting community, so we supported his decision to soldier on in dark times and hope with everyones support we can help him in whatever way we can. 

The action figure face off sees not the most inspiring of figure choices, but Andy Preston shows gluttonous affection for Klaatu, Andy 'Spoons' Norton waxes lyrical about the Jawa, Jason warms to Weequay and Pete gets excited for Han and his technicolor Trenchcoat. Who will Richard choose as the most passionate defender?

Rebel Briefings sees our Echo Base round-up with even more acquisitions, a stumpy Chewie, a look at the slow burn of the Andor series and an unusual union of a Falcon and a star Destroyer. It has to be talked about to be believed.

Licencee sees Peter get all excited for StarFire badges, as he's never seen technology like it before. Will Andy Preston's eyes light up without the need for batteries? Tune in on all the usual places for fun and frolics in the collecting world.

The main interview catches up with Chris Riehle to talk all things The Annual,  collecting, focuses and ceramics.. 

In the Action figure face off, its as competitive as ever as; Preston bigs up Richard's favourite malfunctioning portable bin R5-D4, Spoons doffs his helmet off to Luke in Stormtrooper disguise whilst Jason defends Walrusman and his many death sentences, bringing up a sizeable rear its Pete with the Tie Fighter Pilot. 

Andy 'Spoons' Norton returns us to the supermarkets with a sweep of all things price related in this months epic quiz, its an eye opener for sure. And you can play along at home. 

Rebel briefings with Richard Hutchinson focuses in on: more grading high drama, is the No deal format on facebook becoming a little too tested these days, will the truth come out with regards to the Han Solo blaster auction and many more amazing stories.

Licencee section sees Pete and Andy talk Craftmaster, reminiscing about the hosts craft achievements back in the day. Will Richard reveal himself as the craftiest member of the podcast team.

And many many more hours of vintage stuff. Its another full box of Mr Kiplings fancies for all the family.  

After a brief catch-up on Obi-Wan on t’telly, the team looks ahead to the Andor series, which starts streaming in August. What do we know, and what do we expect? Listen in, and find out.

Pete’s quiz takes us into the Valley of Death as the lads feel the heat in more ways than one.

A quick canter through the lads’ latest purchases leads on to the Action Figure Face-Off, where Paploo, Squid Head and R2 Sensorscope do their best to overturn the firm favourite Luke Skywalker. Will our favourite farmboy find favour and come first?

Some rare and wonderful new acquisitions are discussed, from across the Star Wars galaxy, before Rebel Briefings looks at putting the ‘con’ into conventions, stolen images, troublesome tickets, larging it at London Film & Comic Con, and an exciting e-book launch.

We’re delighted to be joined this month by special guest Narayan S Naik who tells Rich about his amazing collection, focus collecting Boba Fett, Luke Jedi and Yoda, the Georgia Alliance collecting club, conventions, and much more, in a wide ranging and fascinating discussion.

The boys wrap up in party mood, with an in-depth look at this month’s licensee Deeko, a British company which made Star Wars paper cups, plates and table ware, and reminisce about birthdays in the 70s and 80s.

All this and the usual bluff, bluster and banter! Look for the podcast in all the regular places.

And with that, it's time for a deep dive into Star Wars Celebrations. Jason and Chris tell all about highlights and hi-jinks in Anaheim, we look back at the announcements, the panels, the guests, and the Collecting Track, as well as interviews with other intrepid Brits who made the long trek to California.

Rounding up the regular features, the boys delve into their recent purchases, delight in the Action Figure Face-Off, debate Richard's dodgy quiz questions, and discover some exciting new acquisitions from the wonderful World Wide Web.

Rebel Briefings sees the lads discuss how Star Wars is helping one little boy recover from the horrors of conflict, look at the upcoming Retro Collection figures from the Obi-Wan series, and uncover more treasures in the latest PropStore extravaganza.

No interview this month, as the lads look forward to Celebrating once again in London next year with the worldwide Star Wars community. What's there to look forward to? We'll give you a full rundown. The show wraps up with a licensee section on Marks & Spencer. Didn't they only produce one vintage item? Surely Pete and Preston can't talk for more than 5 minutes on this one ... can they?

Catch up with all your favourite TVR fun and frivolity in all the usual podcast places.

https://youtu.be/VXw73uCixZM

A debate on Revenge items making it to store shelves is followed by latest acquisitions, with an update on last month’s Kneesaa challenge. Has Rich succumbed to all things furry? You’ll have to listen and find out!

Action Figure Face-off sees a General, a Dignitary, a Princess and a Bounty Hunter fight it out, with Jason surprising himself – and us – with his contribution. The lads discuss recent finds from around the Star Wars galaxy, and Pete’s quiz brings all to their knees(aa).

In Rebel Briefings there’s talk of exhibitions, auctions, and conventions past and present.

Rich interviews this month’s special guest, US collector David Quinn, talking podcasts, prototypes and production, Celebrations, and the Empire State Collectors Club.

The show wraps up in fruity fashion with the boys taking a deep dive into yoghurt, as they explore Dairy Time’s Jedi range, and ponder the sad lack of gooseberries today. All this and the usual fun and frivolities – look for the podcast in all the usual places.

Joining the usual hosts this month is chief wizard of all things social media and sound editing, Chris Porteous. We recorded on a Sunday so we nabbed him and made him talk. 

Our main interview is with Bill Kimberlin who is known for his amazing VFX work on Return of the Jedi and possibly the best ever film outside of Star Wars: Star Trek III - The Search for Spock.

Reviews of Echo Base Live enhance the lads pick ups this month, but does Richard finally add something to his collection?

A scandal in the community has the jaws wagging and heated discussion breaks out when a sacred law of collecting is broken. 

The licensee this episode is Adam Joseph Industries, resulting in the hosts setting themselves a collecting challenge. Dial in and find out exactly what it is, and will Richard be joining in?

Plus all the usual fun, frolics and vintage juiciness. 

Top o’ the mornin’ to ye! That jolly little leprechaun Richard introduces a show recorded on St Patrick’s Day, with special guest Brian Hickey hailing from the Emerald Isle. The lads come up with their best blarney as they take a look at the Irish Star Wars connection.

There’s TV talk, as we look back at the finale of The Book of Boba Fett, where Jason’s predictions came scarily true, and then forward to Obi-Wan, with a dive into the latest news and of course that trailer.

The lads run down a bumper list of latest acquisitions and give shout outs to some wonderful finds from around the collecting world, followed by a lively Action Figure Face-Off, and a quiz led by Pete, but with a strong Canadian flavour.

Rebel Briefings sees the boys hear an amazing Kiwi tale from Mark Catley, look ahead to a collection of conventions, go scouting for toys, discover a body in the River Thames, and ponder the sale of a grail.

Our main interview guest Brian Hickey is a photographer with an amazing eye for action shots of action figures, and a talent for recreating movie scenes in miniature. We talk about childhood, collecting, projects, and future plans.

The show rounds off not with a bang, but a bag, as the lads look at Frankel & Roth school bags and pencil cases. From Jason’s con bag to Spoons’ satchel, it’s a quick belt through bags and backpacks of all kinds.

All this and the usual stuff and nonsense, look out for the podcast in all the usual places.

Our technical Jedi, Mr Chris Porteous has also put this altogether on the moving pictures website:

https://youtu.be/plhQz6Wis2c

Our very specialist of guests this month is Star Wars Podcasting Royalty, Sir Jimmy Mac from Rebel Force Radio. Pete has a good old fashioned chat about collecting, podcasting and anything else Star Wars related. 

A discussion on Christmas gifts past and present leads on to new acquisitions, and for once all of the lads have something to share, as well as shout-outs to some amazing finds from around t’internet.

Action Figure Face-Off has a twist this month, with a snow-filled seasonal flavour, straight from Hoth.

In Rebel Briefings we hear about the return of a long-awaited Christmas collecting event, with interviews and frivolity, as well as a round-up of upcoming book releases and some amazing custom playsets.

Special Guest this month is Mighty Mike Haines, discussing his recent find of prototype Micro Collection goodies, and his memories of growing up and collecting in that galaxy far, far away.

And in keeping with the seasonal theme, Pete leads the lads in a light hearted run through the 12 days of Christmas, Star Wars action figure stylee, some links obvious, others a tad more tenuous!

All the usual bluster and banter, download the podcast in the usual places. The whole TVR team wish all our listeners a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year, thank you for listening and supporting the podcast through 2021, and we’ll look forward to seeing you in ‘22.

There’s a boisterous Action Figure Face-Off, and the team discuss some brilliant acquisitions from the past month, around the world of vintage collecting, including a great tale of a prototype action figure case which sat un-noticed in a collection for years.

Andy Spoons comes up trumps with a great quiz that has the guys really exercising the old brain cells.

In a busy Rebel Briefings section, the lads catch up on recent events in the collecting world including new Droids figures in Hasbro’s Vintage Collection, new PBP and Meccano books, a wealth of great Star Wars TV shows to watch and await, and looking forward to Dave Tree’s Farthest From collecting event in December.

Pete and Andy are joined by collector, fan, and Bespin Prime owner Robin Bocra to chat about her experiences growing up in the galaxy far, far away, collecting down the years, Facebook fun, and her amazing collection of toys, oddball items and props.

There’s another far flung licensee section this month, all the way from Argentina, as the lads discuss Top Toys range of Jedi action figures, and the loose, carded and prototype collectibles that are out there to be found.

All this along with all the usual shenanigans, look out for the podcast in the normal places. And of course, on Youtube, with pictures and vids... (thanks to the mercurial Chris Porteous)

https://youtu.be/EIYvHn9Hjzc

The New Acquisitions section brings a plethora of goodies from Messrs Norton, Preston and Smith, with Rich and Pete sadly bereft.

In Action Figure Face-Off the battle is between a General, a Commander, a Pilot and a Pirate - with perhaps a surprising outcome.

After a quiz in which quizmaster Richard makes up the answers on the fly - but is always right - the lads give shout outs to a great assortment of items including a childhood collection rediscovered after 35 years.

The chat moves on to Rebel Briefings, to discuss Bespin Prime showcases, dodgy bootlegs, Rebelscum changing hands, another Prop Store bonanza and speculation over re-naming Slave One.

With no interview this month, the licensee section definitely has the X-Factor, as the team delves into the buttons, badges, patches, t-shirts and a myriad of other product issued by early licensee Factors. All this with the usual mix of fun and frivolity as well, look for the podcast in the normal places.

TV's celebrity chef Dean Edwards joins Jason and Andy to talk collecting, conventions, miscards, Toy Toni's, mealtimes Star Wars style, and more.

In Action Figure Face-Off this month its Nien Nunb vs Stormtrooper vs Teebo vs Chief Chirpa. Its the fiercest battle yet and Peter has to like an Ewok! 

Richard's Rebel Briefings sees fake BASA stickers, USA convention dates announced, visitations and so much more.

The licensee section looks at ADDIS and Peter uncovers some rather riotous history. 

And there's plenty of other stuff, especially the acquisiton of a rare flannel. 

This episode can be found on YouTube https://youtu.be/7ANQWfhtR_U thanks to Chris Porteous

The Vintage Rebellion Swap Shop takes off with the Marvel ROTJ number 1 with badges getting traded up for - a Canadian ROTJ Nikto MOC... who has something to trade for that?

Spoons tries to one up everyone with his quiz based on Top Trumps. 

The Vintage Rebellion's Jason Smith aka Mr Palitoy has been working with Wayne Totty and Mark Thornicroft on an Echo printed Palitoy Cardback Guide based on his Palitoy cardback website. Andy Preston has also supplied a lot of the pictures for it and we get to find out where to get it (pre-order now live). https://www.facebook.com/groups/679883255411947/permalink/4171126062954298/

Pete talked with Steve Taylor at the Toy Planet who recently had an enormous graded and non graded vintage collection in at the store and hear about how the market of retro/vintage goods is growing. https://thetoyplanet.co.uk

The licensee section is about Ben Cooper masks and costumes. Worth catching up with the youtube version of the show, lovingly put together by Chris Porteous, which showcases some cracking memories of fancy dress / dressing up / cosplay by some of the lads (Richard would get beaten up for it). 

In Richard's Rebel Briefing the lads also pay tribute to John Kellerman who became one with the force recently. 

The visual edition is here: https://youtu.be/ZFdPXELSP2Y

* technically we were late and we used the May 4th to cash in on our guilt

Yes.. you read that correctly. Its Chris Porteous. He's finally been let out! 

This month its Bib Fortuna v AT-ST Driver v R2-D2 Solid Dome v Snaggletooth. Revelations about our red  jump-suited cantina denizen has the boys in a quandary.  Can Andy Spoons Norton win again this month, and what is Jason doing with that poor R2 unit!?

Richard's Riotous Rebel Briefings has the group musing over some new Star Wars Disney+ vintage releases, the return of Echo Live, some moody lighting, Jason pays tribute to a fellow collector and who would we like to see a Cameo from?

Licensee has us remembering Topps and all their trading cards, Pete is astounded that the lads are not quite as frenzied over bubble gum as he was back in the day!

Aside from interviewing this month, Chris Porteous has again delivered a Youtube visual feast for us: https://youtu.be/g9BvB2tEKQY

Our main interview is with Palitoy legend Bob Brechin, not only the Chief of Design during the Star Wars era but also fundamental in creating much of the toys we loved as kids. Join Andy Spoons as he dives deep into those golden years. Pete and Jason occasionally ask the odd question.

Our new feature this month has the lads putting forward their reasons for the Best Action Figure. Up for consideration this time are C3PO, EV9D9, Admiral Ackbar and 8D8. Richard must decide from the most passionate pleas for a winner. 

The Vintage Rebellion Swap Shop moves forward. Jason kicked it all off by offering up a Vintage Bib Fortuna Pen Topper. The Swap came in and we now have a UK Marvel Return of the Jedi issue 1 WITH BADGE. Would you like this item? Then send us your offers. 

Rebel Briefings with Richard sees some eBay scandal, Brexit postage issues (yes.. how original), Muppets (no, not the hosts) and other fun stuff. 

Licensee focuses on Waddingtons, which believe it or not is another Passion of the Preston. 

Sadly due to a house move the youtube version will be a little different during March, but we still thank Chris Porteous for putting this beast together in audio format. 

Kick the pet Gnu from in front of the wireless and sit back for some Star Wars Vintage Collecting shenanigans. 

Our guest this month is Dutch collector Marc Kuin. Marc discussed the early days of collecting Star Wars in the Netherlands and his struggles trying to locate any items in the wild. We also cover his love of Stormtroopers and unexpected path to die-cast vehicles and hunting.

We launch Vintage Rebellion Swap Shop.

Vintage Rebellion Swap Shop is a new monthly feature where during 2021 (from January to December) we will attempt to raise a lot of money for CLIC Sargent. Using the notion of the Swap. Jason has kindly offered a Bib Fortuna Vintage Pen Topper to kick us off. All we ask is you offer us something a tiny bit better (vintage Star Wars preferably, but if you want to offer a brand new car, then thats cool too). Then, in December we will sell off our final swapped item and give all funds to CLIC Sargent. Contact us via facebook or social media with your offer. If we get a load of offers, we'll discuss next month and decide. Could be fun and raise money for a great cause. How far can we go?

Richards Rebel Briefings are actually fairly brief but packed in very nicely. There are a couple of cracking Palitoy bulk finds, a Uzay mystery, a book funding success and something a little cheesy so expect Andy Preston to jump on that. 

Licensee section is about our love for all things Japanese with a look at Takara, we find that Mr Andy Spoons is more than just a fan of Godzilla, but an avid collector of the range. We reminisce about Japanese cartoons on kids TV back in the day.

And theres other stuff such as our collecting targets for the year.

Don't forget to check out the youtube version, put together by our Video Wizard Chris Porteous https://youtu.be/bTSTxOZJTTA 

Check this out on YouTube: https://youtu.be/rcgLOyHaoxA

Our main interview this month is with Craig Miller. Director of Fan Relations for Lucasfilm 1977 - 1980. He created and oversaw the Official Star Wars Fan Club as well as having edited and written virtually all of the first two years of Bantha Tracks. He has a number of terrific stories, and maybe the longest Rapid Fire in history. He was a charming guest and we made him late for his lunch. And on the YouTube version you can watch him on video - Its technology at its finest here at The Vintage Rebellion HQ!

Rebel Briefings are anything but brief as Richard catches up and rugby tackles to the ground Mark Baker and Mark Andrews to talk COOs as if they are a bunch of pigeons re-enacting Pigeon Street. Also we discuss the Toy Museum starting up in Milton Keynes.

Licensee section is an epic two parter. We look at stuff released in Christmas Past, then in Christmas Present we travel back to the 70s/80s to each choose stuff from several years of the Sears Catalogue and re-evaluate what we chose in Christmas Future eyes. Spoons tackles a skid problem with his PJs.. hmm.  

And lastly,... amongst the epic tales of what Jason and Preston bought this month we review our collecting stories of 2020, Preston has a massive reveal and we try to add a bit of Tinsel to proceedings. 

There's also a couple of bonus items on youtube with our three favourite purchases of the year in video form. https://youtu.be/zjShgXA8s2E

00:00:00 - Intro 00:03:49 - Host Newest Acquisitions 00:18:18 - 2020 Review & “Break the Bank” Purchases 01:03:07 - The Quiz 01:22:41 - NA Shoutouts 01:30:59 - Rebel Briefings 01:32:03 - Variant Hunters: Mark Andrews & Mark Baker 0:2:22:20 - Remembering David Prowse & Jeremy Bulloch 02:27:28 - National Film & Sci-Fi Museum 02:31:50 - A Book about Kenner 02:34:31 - The Craig Miller Interview 04:24:33 - Vintage Star Wars Christmas Items 04:51:44 - The Sears Christmas Catalogue Challenge 05:18:41 - Outro & Feedback

The lads debate further "Vintage 2.0":- most people have collected everything figure wise, it appears we are turning slightly to the continuation of the line and wanting new-old-new stuff

In Rebel Briefings Richard recalls a story where vintage is found behind a hole in a wall, we look at the prices realised at Astons final auction and another Propstore auction unearths a few oddities. 

The Licensee section this month talks AIRFIX, that loveable brand of kits we all remember accidentally glueing to grandma when we were kids, Andy Preston and Mr. Spoons share some great memories. 

So, sit back.. put on the kettle whilst Jason recalls his list of purchases and tune into another belter of an episode. 

We remember those days of bobbing for apples in others saliva as we try to regurgitate Halloweens of the past. Richard talks of the final Astons Auctions in Dudley with some incredible bulk lots, we hear about several new books in the community, an amazing poster Auction and Jason becomes very Scottish.

The Licensee section is another of Andy Preston's passions: HC Ford and Sons, stationary for the discerning school child of the 80s.

Scott Bradley is our guest and main interviewee, he joins Richard to talk about the complicated relationship between Kenner, Irwin, Parker and Regal as he discusses the Canadian distribution system.

The lads discuss the shadiest behaviour in recent times and in a story that makes war and peace seem like a Christmas cracker joke in Rebel Briefings. 

And the licensee topic has a Swedish flavour as we lick the crumbs from the smorgasbord to talk posters etc with Scandecour. [if you can count all the ABBA references, you may be able to win a prize]

All packed into a tight 3hr55min of vintage fiskbullar. 

0:00:00 - Intro

0:01:26 - Remembering Ron Cobb & Alan Tomkins

0:08:22 - Host's Newest Acquisitions

0:28:06 - The Mandalorian Season 2 Trailer - Vintage Influences & Bob Fett

0:39:46 - The Quiz

0:53:42 - NA Shoutouts

1:06:52 - Rebel Briefings

1:07:35 - Power Droid at it Again!

2:00:08 - A New Proof - One Last Time!

2:02:00 - Aston's Auctioneers - Going out with a Bang!

2:06:09 - Space Toys Advert

2:07:14 - Scott Bradley Interview

3:10:11 - Licence to Thrill - Scandecor & Scanlite

3:45:09 - Rapid Fire with Scott Bradley

3:49:41 - Feedback & Outro

The hosts again are a five, and we've decided to keep hold of the two Andys and cardboard king Mr Jason Smith. Richard leads them through a host of stories ranging from destroying your childhood right through to that warm feeling you get when you complete a run.

In the Licencee section Pete again talks Marvel comics, but this time its from across the pond with the American releases.  So, sit back, pour a large glass of Vimto, open a packet of Bourbon Creams and prepare your ears for 3 and a half hours of luxury warbling.

Check out the Youtube version by our visual wizard Mr. Chris 'Terry Gilliam' Porteous

00:00:00 - Intro 00:06:19 - Host's Newest Acquisitions 00:15:44 - SW Tracker and a Look at Current Prices 00:29:24 - The Quiz "Name that Quote" 00:57:17 - NA Shoutouts 01:07:29 - Rebel Briefings 01:10:32 - Motta Stickers & Completing Runs 01:25:03 - The End of the Argos Catalogue 01:40:34 - Selling & Advising Etiquette 01:49:43 - Farthest From "Empire 40" Review 01:55:43 - Propstore Auction 02:06:27 - J.W. Rinzler Interview 02:55:02 - Licensee Spotlight on Marvel Comics in the US 03:28:44 - Rapid Fire with J.W. Rinzler 03:31:39 - Feedback & Outro

Rebel briefings has Richard getting righteously indignant about the latest repro drama, wondering how many small towns in Newcastle he can buy with the proceeds of a Rocket Firing Fett purchase and looks forward to more words in books from J.W.Rinzler.  

Check out the youtube version by the maestro Chris Porteous: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P8SnXFuuajA&feature=youtu.be

Jason Smith has a new microphone, but can he stay awake long enough in his office/sauna to finish his list of acquisitions whilst Andy Preston returns as we discuss Empire Strikes Back having a birthday. Sadly we are all old enough to remember it coming out in 1980, although Cinema had yet to reach Richard in the frozen north. 

During Rebel Briefings an argument breaks out over some oddities featured in a Palitoy display at a recent Auction. Richard pays tribute to Charles Lippencott.

Licensee Butterly Originals gently stirs the memories of our hosts as we remember the days of school hijinks with stationery items being used for violence. 

We ask the question about certain scenes in the Original Trilogy which there are few, if any, collectables. Richard leaps onto Farthest From online, and certain Facebook groups in Rebel briefings whilst looking at the latest Vectis Auction. Can Richard win another R5 for his collection? Will Andy Norton just buy all the Action Man gear? The Licensee section sees Peter tackling Cliro, where he gets all soapy with the lads. What can we make Jason buy this month? Thanks to Craig Stevens for supplying some amazing insight into this glorious brand.  

We see what the community has been up to in these dark times and especially those who can turn their skillsets to something to help for the greater good. 

Richard flies (secretly) to meet New Zealand artist Mark Catley for this months interview to talk about collecting Bossk, vintage Star Wars and street art. Which is awesome. Check out his work, after listening to this podcast of course.

In Pete's licensee section we talk about tins from the Metal Box Ltd and find out what the lads kept in theirs back-in-the-day.

Don't miss the episode on Youtube from our very talented media jedi Chris Porteous: ‪https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7rTg0mvvw1U‬

00:00:00 - Introductions

00:03:28 - Lockdown Life

00:15:15 - Host's Latest Purchases

00:25:22 - The Quiz

00:35:00 - NA Shoutouts

00:50:48 - Rebel Briefings

00:51:43 - Arco Industries Ltd. v. 20th Century Fox

01:18:18 - CIB & CAS - Acrylic Intubation Shields

01:21:50 - Remembering Jim Stevenson

01:31:45 - Mark Catley Interview

02:04:02 - Licensee Spotlight - Metal Box Ltd.

02:30:02 - Rapid Fire

02:35:16 - Outro

We have handy-Andy Preston and jaunty-Jason Smith joining Richard and Peter in the hosting duties. We hear some cracking interviews from Andy's trip to Finse, Norway on his Empire Strikes Back / Hoth adventure - listen to him being gnawed on by a local Wampa.  Also during Rebel Briefings Rich and the team discuss the awesome article on Argentinian fakes found on the SWCA blog and consider the future role of auction houses

Our main interview sees Pete catch up with Javier Florencio Swars and Fernando Ruiz Ceano who put together, in a couple of months, the amazing Galaxias Vintage con in Tarragona Spain. Hear their story of how it came about and how it went. 

On this months licensee section Pete gets the guys to remember their Panini sticker collecting days, although Jason reckons the best Panini is ham and cheese, Richard fights him to the death on tripe and rhubarb. Andy and Pete watch on in horror. 

Also this month we have a treat for you.. thanks to Chris Porteous, our social media Jedi, whom has put our dance to music for you! (This translates to putting visuals to our warbling on youtube). Its awesome. Put it on your big telly whilst exercising in lockdown. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOtxOadjrcw&feature=youtu.be

The main interview sees Richard catch up with David Deans to discuss many things including his love of that short fused droid R5-D4.

A brazen phalanx of midland and northern flavoured hosts results in a focus on that great staple of British picnics: the Thermos - in Pete's Licensee section. 

Richard warbles merrily in Rebel Briefings about Jasons cardback matrix, the forthcoming Propstore auction and poses the question from the Tantive forum about "Collecting without Buying". 

In Rebel Briefings Richard highlights a mysterious tale of a price sticker, we share Gary Smith's completion of an incredible collection and a discussion breaks out on how best to display a much loved action figure. 

Memories of ice lollies in Licence to Thrill as Pete delves into Andy Preston's sticky wrapper enthusiasm of Lyons Maid and sees if there's anything still worth tasting. 

Main interview is Graham Marshall who we found on eBay selling off Episode 1 Amidala Cereal boxes to Peter then enticed him into his house for food on the promise of showing him his Empire MOCs. Richard briefs his rebels through a review of Dave Tree's Farthest From and then we review 2019 before heading into the new decade.  This month's licensee talk is all about RSO and the many different items available for collecting.

Sit back, relax and enjoy the last episode of the decade! 

Amongst all the usual fun podcast shenanigans we look forward to Dave Tree's Farthest From in Fordingbridge during the weekend of November 30th (beer) and December 1st (Vintage Toy Show). The podcast will be presenting an exclusive poster and flogging issue 4 of our fanzine 'It Came From The Loft'. Andy Preston has donated his Dairylea badge as a free cover prize (subject to availability). 

This month its 4 hours and 45 minutes of vintage sausage that you simply cannot get anywhere else. 

Pete sits down to talk about MOCs ("Mint on Cards" if you are American) with Jonathan Robinson during this months main interview.

Rich is helped out this month on Rebel Briefings as Jason Smith talks Kellerman Matrix v. 2 with Stephane Faucourt and we all give our opinions on the recent Echo Live event.

License to thrill continues looking at a license that Rich is particularly fond of - Kelloggs.  Jonathan McElwain brings his knowledge to the section to bring order to our cornflake chaos.

All this plus the usual quizzes, Rapid Fire and shenanigans

Enjoy the Show!!!

Intro 28:36 Echo interviews 34:53 Auction Talk 35:20 Horsing around with a helmet in Daventry at the Propstore 48:14 Vectis  53:42 Quiz

01:09:52 No apologies from Captain Needa 01:13:55 NA New Format 01:31:25 Rebel Briefings 02:18:19 More Echo's from Redditch 02:23:59 Main Interview with Jonathan Robinson 03:30:12 Licence to Thrill - Kelloggs 03:55:35 Rapid Fire with Jonathan Robinson 03:58:31 Outro and stuff

Alistair Kirkland takes Stuart and Richard through his expansive and impressive collection during this months main interview, Stuart's delighted as Alistair is a Sigma nut who has recently finished his Sigma run.

Rich is joined by Ben Sheehan as they take a look at the new book from Kim Simmons.  As well as this Rich guides us through his time at the Star Wars Annual event before celebrating the fact that Farthest From has a Christmas date.

Pete continues his License to thrill section, this month looking at a license close to his heart and focus, Deka.

NA sees the lads look at a whole array of items including Walkie Talkies, Huffy Push Bikes and Knitted Cardigans and finishes with a focal look at Boba Fett.

All this plus the usual quizzes, Rapid Fire and a countdown to the awesome Echo Live event.

And much more inbetween.

Enjoy the Show!!!

Show Time Stamps

0.00.53   Welcomes 0.03.31   Thank You To The Listeners 0.04.48   Trailer Discussion (Ep9 and Madalorian) 0.11.57   Echo Live 0.14.18   Chance Meeting with Stuart Freeborn 0.23.02   TVR Acquisitions 0.37.49   Quiz 1.06.00   Rebel Briefings 1.06.55   Interview with Ben Sheehan (Kim Simmons Book) 1.33.17   Star Wars Annual Review 2.09.57   Farthest From Announced 2.15.09   Interview with Alistair Kirkland 3.14.51   License To Thrill : Deka 3.44.32   Newest Acquisitions 3.44.48   NA - Sears Diecast Landspeeder Mailer 3.45.46   NA - Boba Fett Hand Knitted Cardigan 3.48.33   NA - Toy Toni Gamorrean Guard 3.53.43   NA - Huffy Push Bike 4.01.59   NA - Oral B Store Display 4.07.25   NA - Sheet Music 4.13.20   NA - Ralph McQuarrie ESB Portfolio 4.17.49   NA - Actone Walkie Talkies 4.20.41   NA - Main Topic : Boba Fett 4.53.56   Star Wars Tracker Top 5 4.55.27   From The Vault : From Ep22 with Brian Rachfal and Brendi Burton 5.31.51   Rapid Fire with Alistair Kirkland 5.34.55   Going for Gold Leader 5.37.25   Feedback 5.43.12   Podcast Departure 5.44.53   Goodbyes 5.46.58   Out Takes

Pete takes control of the interview this month as he completes his trilogy of Toy Shop interviews, this time it is Chris Molbon for Metropolis that joins him for a chat.

Richard is joined by David Quinn, Dan Loisell and Brent Scothmer to discuss this years ICCC event and what will be different from last years.  Rich also looks at a fantastic fund raising raffle over on Tantive as well as an early look at 'The Man Who Shot Luke Skywalker Project'.  With help from attendee Jason, Rich also reviews the recent LFCC event.

Pete introduces his new section, 'License to Thrill', where he looks at one vintage license each month.  This month sees UK show company, Clarks, delved into, but why no shoes from Clarks in the UK during the line?  Baffling!!!

Newest Acquisitions returns without it's natural leader, but the lads take on a shorter section looking at Kenner Lightsabers, John Menzies, Dairylea, beater MOCs and Handmade figures before finishing with their main topic, this month it's the Kenner Death Star, and as always we have The Vintage Alliance drop by to help us out once again, this time we hear from Ron Salvatore.

As well as all this we hear the TVR shenanigans on a recent Star Wars weekender and as usual the quiz.  thanks to grant sharing the back seat of a car with Stuart we also see the return of the song!!!

All this plus much more on this months Vintage Rebellion Podcast.

Enjoy the Show!

TIME STAMPS

00.00.53.   Welcomes 00.04.17.   TVR Acquisitions 00.18.21.   TVR Weekend Get Together 00.31.22.   Terms : "Entry Level" MOCs 00.34.01.   Luke Stormtrooper Trilogo :  Black or Blue/Black blasters? 00.36.41.   Quiz 00.59.14.   Rebel Briefings 01.00.13.   RB : ICCC19 with David Quinn, Dan Loisell and Brent Scothmer 02.01.20.   RB : Tantive the Forum Raffle 02.03.51.   RB : The Man Who Shot Luke Skywalker Project 02.07.28.   RB : LFCC Review 02.12.15.   Interview with Chris Molbon of Metropolis 03.14.53.   License to Thrill : Clarks 03.55.43.   Song 03.59.14.   Newest Acquisitions 03.59.36.   NA : Kenner Lightsaber 04.03.04.   NA : John Menzies 04.16.03.   NA : Dairylea 04.24.03.   NA : Beater Hoth Stormtrooper MOC 04.29.53.   NA : 1978 Handmade Figure Set 04.33.20.   NA : Main Topic - Kenner Death Star featuring Ron Salvatore of The Vintage Alliance 05.00.57.   Star Wars Tracker Top 5 05.02.17.   Going for Gold Leader 05.07.35.   Feedback 05.15.59.   Thank Yous / next Two Hosts Announced / Goodbyes 05.21.33.   Out Takes

Rebel Briefings sees Rich tackle all the important issues from around the hobby over the last four weeks.  He takes us through a look at Modern pre-Production Items, Shill bidding accounts which were recently exposed, asks the question whether grading companies are favourable to repeat customers and we say a sad farewell to one of the podcast team.

Jez blows us away with the by far the longest Newest Acquisitions ever, a hole host of items are discussed, from helix Pencil Sharpeners to an array of MOCs.  he then delves into an in depth look at cardbacks and finally rounds off the section with a look at the X-Wing where the Rebel Alliance drop by to help out.

Pete continues the X-Wing loving in Beyond the Newest Acquisitions, so many non toy items feature the x-wing, what will the big man pick out to discuss?

As well as all this we have the usual quizzes, hear about the disappointment of no summer Farthest From and take a look at a diorama that has been built using an old playset base.  All this plus much much more on this months Vintage Rebellion.

Enjoy the show!!!

SHOW CONTENTS

0.  04.  23   TVR team acquisitions 0.  23.  53.  No summer Farthest From! 0.  34.  45.  Congratulations to Chive Cast Skye Paine 0.  35.  05.  TVR now available on Spotify 0.  35.  35.  Dioramas using recycled parts 0.  45.  05.  Quiz 1.  15.  02.  Rebel Briefings 1.  15.  57.  Modern Preproduction 1.  28.  06.  Shill Bidding exposed 1.  53.  01.  Do grading companies favour repeat customers? 2.  01.  27.  Podcast departure 2.  15.  10.  Interview with Richard Temple and Ben Potter 3.  20.  15.  Newest Acquisitions 4.  02.  33.  Cardbacks (part of NA) 4.  44.  03.  x-Wing (part of NA) (joined by Chris G from Vintage Alliance) 5.  41.  11.  Beyond the Newest Acquisitions 6.  04.  19.  Star Wars Tracker Top 5 6.  05.  55.  Going for Gold Leader 6.  11.  41.  Feedback 6.  54.  13.  Out takes

Instead of a main focus interview this month, Stuart takes us through an array of stories from a selection of the interviews he has undertaken over the last 60 episodes, we hear from Matthew Fox, Ron Salvatore, Mattias Rendahl and Lee Bullock amongst many others and their memorable tales.

Rebel Briefings sees Richard joined by Brian Angel for a corker of a story, whilst the boys also look at what is going on in the hobby with the amount of new groups springing up and the negativity between some of those groups, what does the future of the hobby hold with the current climate.

Jez brings us his Newest Acquisitions, looking at a multitude of items from Creature Cantina Playsets through to Australian Roller boots and finishing as always with a focal topic, this month it's the B-Wing, Stephen Danley drops by to offer his knowledge on the ship.

Pete continues looking at the B-Wing in 'Beyond The Newest Acquisitions', as the boys realise how little the B-Wing appeared on across the oddball items.

All this plus much more as the boys look at how it all sorted and can Jez not finish bottom of a quiz when there's an extra two people to take that mantle from him... Surely... Maybe...

Enjoy the Show!!!

Anthony Spinnickie joins Stuart and Richard to discuss his Ben Kenobi and Luke Skywalker focuses and how he got involved with Chive Cast and their social media amongst many other topics.

In this months Newest Acquisitions the lads look at a whole array of items, including a ray gun!  Rich explains about a fantastic gift give to Adam Pemberton at Echo Live and there is understandably a look at some Chewbacca items that have been purchased including the height of Star Wars fashion items: The Chewbacca Bandolier Strap.

Pete keeps the Chewbacca love going during 'Beyond the Newest Acquisitions' as we find some amazing oddball items of the beloved wookiee.

Rebel Briefings sees Richard look at the world of Protomolds and the fantastic article produced by Ben Sheehan as well as revisiting last months Vectis Auction.

As well as all this we talk Hakes and Echo Live as well as the usual quiz and much much more.

Enjoy the Show!!!

A shorter show where the boys sit around and discuss Celebration 2019, from Room Sales and the Show Floor to Chicago and our Acquisitions and everything in between.  We hear from Shawn Moynihan, Daniel Burgess, Dallas Ewen, Jeff Kahan, Jason Smith, Josh Arber and Dario John Balsamo with their experiences of the show too.

There is the usual quiz, but we have placed it in the outro so listen on at the end for half hour of needless shenanigans.

Enjoy the Show!!!

In place of an interview this month we have a Celebration Roundtable where Chris Fawcett, Ron Salvatore and Chris Georgoulias join Stuart and Richard to talk Chicago, Collecting Track, Star Tots and previous Celebrations amongst many other topics, Ron also relays a wonderful story of a rocket firing Fett, David Mandel and a random passing Stormtrooper!!!

Richard looks at this years Collecting track in Rebel Briefings but is also joined by Matt George, Gary Borbridge and Stephen Ward for a fascinating look at their new book 'Engineering an Empire', and trust me, after hearing these three discuss it you'll be ordering it there and then!

Jez returns to England to host a mammoth Newest Acquisitions segment where he looks at a host of great purchases from knock off Jabba pipes and ESB Paperweights through to Greek Han Solo blasters with so much awesome stuff in between.  The team end the section as always with a focus item, this month something the whole crew adore as they delve into the Taun Taun and Ron from the Vintage Alliance drops by for a second time in the show to give it that extra information.

Pete continues the love for the Taun Taun in Beyond the Newest Acquisitions, he looks at Lee Wards, Craftmaster and Sigma amongst other items before delivering his popular tracker top five on the hottest Taun Taun items.

As well as all this we look at other stories in the hobby, quiz hosted by Jez so obviously that's an extended section!  Plus a better look at Celebration where Jez gets Uppity about a title for episode 9 leak.

All this plus much much more!!!

Enjoy the Show!!!

Rebel Briefings this month sees the team delve into the jaw dropping Prop Store Toy Auction as they look at some of the items that are available as well as being in awe of the information that is included in the auction catalogue.  Richard leads the team through some other topics too as they look at R5-D4 Pre-Production, the Podcast stage at Celebration and Chicago and offer their thoughts on the new 'Retro Line' from Hasbro.

During Newest Acquisitions the team are joined by Mark Daniels to discuss his latest pick up, a Mint in Box Laser Rifle with red insert and also speak of the purple insert version.  As well as this they look at the Pendulum Press Kit again and appreciate the work that Jason Langendorfer is doing to present the audio of this item, they look at Ron Cobb Color Vision book where Pete's loving for the man gets uncomfortable and we look at an amazing Lili Ledy haul picked up by Oscar Galaz, Jez shout outs many other awesome and inspiring purchases before the team settle down for the main topic of the month, the A-Wing, where Ron Salvatore from the Vintage Rebellion Alliance drops by to help the team out with the facts.

Pete continues the A-Wing loving during 'Beyond the Newest Acquisitions' where we look at what the A-Wing appeared on, Comic covers, MPC Kits, VHS tapes, he's got it covered before bringing us the Tracker top five of A-Wing items.

As well as all this we have the usual delights, we have a Celebration update, the usual quizzes and we hear just what the team had as children and what happened to those toys that inspired their collections today.

Enjoy the show!!!

Darren Mcaleese joins Stuart and Richard for the main interview this month, the larger than life character discusses a host of topics from events and the community to Trilogo Madines and modern with some wonderful tales in between.

During Rebel Briefings we look at a host of topics and items that the team have been tagged in over the last few months but sadly couldn't have fitted into earlier shows before we discuss the Bib Fortuna blog on SWCA and Toploading bubble protectors.

Newest Acquisitions is full of guests as Evan Hoyt Wasserstrom chats about his Huffy Speeder Bike, Andrew Norton drops by to tell us about his ROTJ T-Shirt he found at a toy fair and Steve Savory tells us how he has completed a MOC run in which the final piece he has been looking for for 3 years!  Alongside this we look at a 12 back with 32 back sticker, a graded Luke X-Wing Pilot MOC, Canadian Colour and Shapes on Cassette, whilst looking at Carl Dennis's top work on Yavin.  As well as all this the team finish with a look at the Rancor monster, Richard proves what a mad man he is as he states it's the worst of all the creatures and the Vintage Alliance drop by to blow us away with more information on the caged beast than we could have hoped for.

Pete continues the Rancor loving by going further into other lines, in particular a Vintage Bootleg Soft Vinyl Model Kit is the pick of the bunch.

On top of all this we have the usual quizzes, a Celebration update, as well as discussing bubbles that get damaged in transit and where the liability lies.

All this plus much more on The Vintage Rebellion.

Enjoy the show!!!

Stuart and Richard are joined by Brit Paul Davis A.K.A. Roundster, for this months main interview where they discuss a whole host of topics including several various focuses Paul has had on his collecting journey.

Richard looks at three stories from the hobby on Rebel Briefings, starting with Diecast and finishing with Vectis with a Battles issue sandwiched inbetween.

The NA is shorter this month but still takes a look at Comb and Keepers, Spanish Man bags, Gumball Machines and bargain loose figures before finishing off with the main topic, with the help of Vintage Alliance member Ron Salvatore, they look at The Ewok Battle Wagon.

Continuing on as always on 'Beyond the Newest Acquisitions' Pete looks at all things non toy related to The Ewok Wagon and other wagons belonging to the hairy bears.

We also take a fond look at the Christmas Farthest From event which was the prefect end to the Star Wars year and Stuart let's fly at two members of the community and a poor facebook group.

All this plus many other treats on this months TVR.

Enjoy the show!!!

Stuart is joined by Edd Grant to reflect on Star Wars Forum UKs 2018 and then alongside Richard they are joined by UK Facebook admins Mark Baker, Mark Daniels and Jason Smith to reflect once again on 2018 from a Facebook point of view.

In amongst all the chit chat is this years end quiz as the TVR Eggheads Team (Jez, Richard, Pete, Steve and Simon), take on a team of challengers from the community (Andrew Norton, Marc Hockley, Jason Smith, Scott Cato and Rob Marsh), can the Eggheads be beaten?  Listen in to find out.

We wish everyone a huge Merry Christmas from everyone at The Vintage Rebellion Podcast!

Enjoy the show!!!

Although no interview we show does have a familiar feel to it outside of that change with Richard discussing the unearthing of some old photos in the 99p Woolworths baggie scandal, as well as catching up with friend of the show, Stephane Faucourt to discuss his latest upcoming book.

Jez returns with his usual NA section where the team talk Posters, displays, Sigma, Cinema tickets and Koolee Cups before rounding the month off with a look at the Imperial Dignitary figure, do you love him or hate him?  The boys have differing opinions and none more so than Vintage Alliance member, Ron Salvatore, as Ron gives us his take of the greatest last 17 figure.

Pete continues the Imperial Dignitary loving during 'Beyond the Newest Acquisitions', as he looks at the alternate collectibles for the would be Imperial Dignitary focus collectors before delivering his tracker top five.

As well as all this the boys discuss bleaching of figures, Jez lets himself down by having a meltdown during another quiz, and more general Star Wars chit chat.

Enjoy the Show!!!

David Phillips joins Stuart and Richard from New Zealand to discuss his work with WETA, his love of droids and a huge find in the wild amongst many other topics.

Rebel Briefings is packed to the hilt as Richard chats with Chris Fawcett about two fascinating topics, he is then joined by Robin Bocra to discuss the new Jordan Hembrough show where he visits and interviews Star Wars fans and collectors.

Newest Acquisitions is packed as always as the team look at an assortment of recent pick ups from Presto Magix Kits through to separation color sheets for Boba Fett MOC.  The boys finish with a look at the Dagobah playset with help from The Vintage Rebellion Alliance.

Pete continues delving into Dagobah items as he takes a look at the oddball items associated with the swamp planet during Beyond the Newest Acquisitions.

As an added extra this month, Steve Savory serves up an Echo Live Special as he records with traders and guests from the recent show including Echo base founder Adam Pemberton.

All this plus an awful lot more on this months Vintage Rebellion.

Enjoy the Show!!!!!!

Stuart and Richard are joined by Jason Langendorfer for this months interview, Jason discusses his collecting habits with the boys in depth including telling us about his recent visit to Redwood Forest whilst discussing his photography of the toys we all love, from the photos he snapped back in the 1980s through to the recent snaps he continues to take.

During Rebel Briefings, Richard delves into a current hot topic as we discuss when deals go sour, from the selling of suspect baggie mailers through to figures being sold for suspect scammers, the boys delve in and offer honest opinions on the recent debacle.  The team also look at a host of other topics during Rebel Briefings which include the recent Vectis auction and Palitoy Landfill dream amongst many others.

He may be serving overseas but Jez still manages to bring his usual Newest Acquisitions section where he looks at items including Blue Snaggletooth through to Australian Pizza Hutt glasses, whilst also being joined by Andrew Carrick, Scott Bacon and Clint Garniss to discuss their recent purchases.  The team take time to look at Hammerhead in more depth this month, with Ron Salvatore from the Vintage Rebellion Alliance stopping by to offer his expertise on the figure.

Following on from the Hammerhead discussion, Pete takes a look at the other oddball items associated with Hammerhead during 'Beyond the Newest Acquisitions'.  The Frito Lay sticker from Puerto Rico is a truly stunning piece.

All this plus much more on this months Vintage Rebellion Podcast.

Enjoy the Show!!!

Rebel Commando focus collector and host of Sixth Scale Scavengers Podcast join Stuart and Richard to discuss his collection and his collecting habits.

Rebel Briefings is jam packed as Richard takes us through several topics including reproduction M.O.C.s and Canadian Jigsaw puzzles amongst many others.

A shorter Newest Acquisitions section as Jez gets ready to set sail, but the team look at an array of items from the Death Star World Micro Collection and Die Cast Landspeeders through to the MTV-7 which the team cover in depth with added input from the Vintage Alliance.  Andrew Norton and Clint Garniss also stop by to discuss their recent acquisitions.

And Pete brings us a Gimcrack Listener Special.

All this plus much more on this months Vintage Rebellion Podcast!

Enjoy the show!!!

Chris Porteous joins Stuart and Richard for this months interview as the boys discuss Canadian items, Tantive forum and Quebec items as well as many other things.

In the New Acquisitions section the lads are joined by not 1 but 5 guests, all welcomed on to share their knowledge.  The items discussed range from mint carded figures to Star Wars arcade games, from store displays to everyone's favourite Twin Pod Cloud Car.

Rebel Briefings covers a range of new discoveries in the community including some amazing store displays.  You'll be bangers to miss it.

It's a bumper Beyond the Newest Acquisitions where we scour the collecting universe for Twin Pod Cloud Car collectables, and in Gimcrack Richard pulls all the wrong strings.

Simon waxes lyrical (drones on) about more exciting and varied eBay sales, gets all animated about the amount of bargains turning up at UK salesrooms, is (thankfully) speechless regarding the recent Hakes sale and speaks to Mark Daniels who 'fesses up about running the re-seal market.

It's a podcast full of records, as this month's quiz is so long it could be a podcast in its own right.

To end this special edition we welcome back to speak to Edd Grant in this months What's New Pussycat as we revisit his collecting habits since we spoke to him three years ago.

All this plus all the usual shenanigans and banter.

Enjoy the show!

Stuart and Simon are joined by 12 inch collecting legend Lee Bullock, where he discusses his early memories, trading in the current climate and of course his expertise in Star Wars dollies.

Rebel Briefing sees Rich look at our hopes for Vintage Star Wars at Celebration before delving into an old discussion on 20/21 backs and more.

In this months NA the lads review some more awesome purchases from across Facebook and the forums.  They even take a look into the future, from the past.  The section is completed with an in depth look at the Darth Vader Carry Case with a little help from Chris G.  Who had ever heard of a Red Darth Vader Carry Case??

The Market section becomes fully operational with the Death Star eBay find.  Plus Simon scurries around the UK auction action and visits Steve Taylor at Toy Planet to hear about a 90s dealer stock that time forgot.

Pete takes us beyond the NA as he looks at some strange Darth Vader items as well as bringing us a top fiver related to the heavy breathing Dark Lord.  And of course he brings us Gimcrack of the month as once again Jez doesn't fully understand the concept.

And what better way to celebrate four years of this show than to have Episode 11 guest Bruce White return to catch up during What's New PussyCat.

All this plus the usual quiz, Celebration update, and many moments of abusing the weaker members of the cast (Richard, Jez and Simon).

Enjoy the show!!!

Andy Goulding joins the team for this months focal interview as we delve into early collecting, shows round the UK in the 1990s and we delve into his love of movie props.

In this month's Rebel Briefings Rich brings not one, not two, not three but four amazing discoveries that collectors have been hunting for nearly 20 years from pre-production items to packaging to bootlegs to production figures.  Helping him delve into one of these topics both Paul Chu and Todd Hudson drop by to offer their expertise.

In NA the lads review some brilliant bargains, a cast and crew grail piece, a Japanese Pop Up Book and are joined by Andy Preston who talks about his fantastic Pye records' store display.  The section is concluded with an in depth look at the POTF Skiff with help from Ron Salvatore.  Keep an ear out for when Simon outs S#####7 as a shill bidder extraordinaire!

You don't get many of those to the pound in Markets this month.  More interesting and interestingly priced items from eBay are covered.  Simon also takes a look at a recent sale at Gildings Auctioneers and invites the team to take their pick from a wonderful selection of movie posters offered by the Prop Store in an upcoming sale.  The results are surprising.

Pete takes us on an extended look at NA when he examines the Skiff in more detail, looking at what else the Skiff turned up on for all you Skiff focus collectors, as well as bringing us his Gimcrack of the Month and his well loved Top Five.

All this plus plenty more including Weakest Link and stay listening for the outro when Jez has an unusual theory about people not liking TLJ the first time.

Enjoy the show!!!

Rich has the pleasure of talking to Craig Stevens about his new book focusing on the impact of Star Wars in the UK.  We then discuss a couple of topical points in the hobby including a great act of honesty.

In Market join Simon for a ramble through rare and interesting items sold on eBay in the last month, hear about the auction action from UK salesrooms and the ones to watch in the coming month.

With help from new Vintage Alliance member Bob Steffey, the team take at look at the awesome Snowspeeder.  Brian Angel drops by to discuss his latest R5-D4 pickup and the team also look at a host of other great acquisitions from UK bubble bath to soot covered Luke Hoth Mint on Cards.

Pete continues the look at the Snowspeeder as he delves into items for the ship outside the toy line as well as bringing his popular top five and Gimcrack of the month.

The team take a look and make recommedations for new collectors on which Facebook groups to join and can Simon win a quiz?  I very much doubt it.

Oh and Steve Savory tells us how he likes to go hard!

All this plus much more on this months Vintage Rebellion Podcast.

Enjoy the Show!!!!!

Chris Georgoulias joins Stuart and Richard for this months main interview.  Chris discusses a plethora of things including his work with the SWCA and his recent trip to Death Valley amongst many other topics.

Mike Havens joins Rich during Rebel Briefings to discuss his convention ICCC.  Rich also looks at the best collecting books available and delves into an eBay auction.

Newest Acquisitions sees the team look at Palitoy, Helix, Australian Pencil cases, Canadian 2 packs as well as many other items including their focus topic of the Palitoy Droid Factory.  Mark Daniels and Chris Hogg also drop by to discuss their recent purchases.

During the second instalment of Pete's new segment, he follows on from the Droid Factory discussion looking at other droid items outside of the toy line.  He brings us the Droid Factory top 5 and can Simon finally win Gimcrack of the month?  Don't bet on it!

Simon delves into the market where he looks at eBay and recent auction sales.

Whilst Iain Sanderson joins Stuart for a follow up to his Interview from Episode 1.  Iain revisits all the topics he discussed four years ago, has his collecting habits changed?

As well as all this the boys discuss collecting ethics after being accused of snobbery on their opinion on reproduction items last month, whilst they also have their usual quiz and general discussion.

All this plus much more including a Running Stormtrooper update.

Enjoy the show!!!

Richard has recently been to Finse, Norway for an event based on Hoth and hosted at the filming location, this month instead of a feature interview we hear all about the trip which includes interviews with others who attended the event or presented.  Some great stories of the filming era which you may or may not know but definitely worth a listen.

Stuart takes over hosting duties on Newest Acquisitions whilst Jez is at school.  The team look at several items which include a Pre-production Diecast TIE-Fighter wing, a mint Return of the Jedi two pack, 12" Luke Skywalker Bespin transparency and a beaten up Luke Skywalker Model trem.  We hear from two collectors as they discuss their recent purchases, Dallas Ewen discusses his Grubee exclusive cups which were only available in food outlets around Winnipeg, Canada and Blake Bundy tells us about picking up his final 12 back to complete the run.  Of course NA finishes with a look at one specific item, this month the lads look at the Hoth Ice Planet Adventure Set where the Vintage Alliance come up with more great information.

In a new section, Peter looks at other non action figure related Hoth items that may tickle people's fancy.  Along with the top 5, Simon attempts to dazzle us with his Gimcrack but can it beat Richard's controversial entry.

Rich looks at a range of topics during Rebel Briefings, from the current collecting climate including asking whether POTF MOCs were sold in the UK and whether current eBay practices are ethical.  This is balanced out with an update to Brian Angel's quest and some more news of great fundraising ventures.

With Peter undergoing a new section, Simon jumps in to reinvent the Market segment, during this element Simon takes a look at the market place from eBay to auction houses, plus takes a look at current AT-AT prices, has this huge piece become the flavour of the month???

The podcast is filled with so much more, from the usual quiz to Richard trying to dig himself out of a Detolf hole, it's all here.  Hey, even Jez drops by to give us a Running Stormtrooper update!!!

Enjoy the show!

Stuart and Simon are joined by Jon Aves for an interview to discuss his collecting and early years.  Jon is a huge Palitoy collector and some of the items he has owned have been nothing short of stunning.

Rich looks at a successful story as a repro seller gets his rewards, a plea ro help Wrighty find his parcel and then delves into the SWCA archive to discuss a mini-rig.

During this months New Acquisitions the lads discuss some bargain open bubble Palitoy figures, Star Wars Play-Doh, a listeners Girlfriend sorting him right out and a beautiful collecting friendship.  Plus the podcast is further enhanced with Chris Georgoulias and Ron Salvatore once again stepping up as The Vintage Rebellion Alliance to educate us all on the unreleased second wave of Ewoks and the iconic Landspeeder.

Continuing on from his fanzine article this month, Peter continues his delve into Star Wars unofficial computer games from the early 80s.

As always there is plenty more besides this, hope you enjoy the show!

With a new movie released the boys discuss The Last Jedi, so if you haven't seen it yet beware there will be spoilers.  We also here from Michael Cooper, Jason Smith, Darren Quinn, Rob Marsh, Steve Savory, Corey Galal, Carl Dennis and Daniel Burgess on their initial reactions to the movie.

The boys take a fond look at some of the events they've attended this year from Celebration and Farthest Froms to Empire Day and Echo Live, and who can forget the FACTs trip!!!  Steve Savory acts as The Vintage Rebellion roaming reporter as he talks to starts of the screen in live interviews from Wantage Comic Con.

Stuart hosts a three part quiz over the course of the show to see who really is the second best man on the podcast after himself.  It will surprise you who finishes in last place, or probably not actually.

The team recollect the last 12 months of The podcast, as they look at the changes that have taken place as well as each member reflecting on their personal sections.

Jez recollects fond memories of his magnificent achievement as The Running Stormtrooper during 2017, including some unheard footage.

The team also take a look at their personal collecting journeys from the year and where they hope their collecting goes in 2018.

Shawn Moynihan joins up with Pete to create The Vintage Rebellion 12 days of Star Wars Christmas, something joyous to look out for during the show.

As well as all this we have plenty of chitter chatter, randomness and festive music for you to enjoy over the Christmas period.

We here at The Vintage Rebellion would like to wish each and every one of our listeners a stonking Christmas and a wonderful and healthy New Year.  Thank you for all your support, here's to the next 12 months!!!

Enjoy the Show!!

See you in 2018!

In the New Acquisitions section, Lee Bullock stops by to talk about his boxed Lili Ledy large size action figure Jawa.  The lads discuss a variety of vintage gems and are joined by Ron Salvatore as part of The Vintage Rebellion Alliance whilst covering the very underrated Y-Wing Fighter (not bomber).

In this months Rebel Briefings, Richard takes a look at the Mr Klimko auction, gives us an update on Carl Cunnigham whilst taking a look at Empire Day and David Prowse's last outing.

Simon's Senate return, and this month he's nailed his sound.  This month he is joined by Stephen Savory, Dan Tearle and Steve Magill as they delve into a Custom debate.

Pete takes a look at the Market whilst also bringing us Gimcrack of the month.

All this plus other gems, makes this another not to be missed edition of The Vintage Rebellion.

Enjoy the Show!!!

Richard presents four stories during Rebel Briefings, looking at updates to current affairs from Grading Toni's to the neverending battles.

In the New Acquisitions section Jez is delighted to announce that The Vintage Rebellion Alliance has recruited another collecting legend; Ron Salvatore.  The lads cover a plethora of vintage purchases shown off on the forums and Facebook groups.  Items range from some fun vintage stickers to the Diecast Tie Bomber.  Collectors returning from the wilderness and others completing their loose run.  The section ends with an indepth discussion of the AT-ST Scout Walker.  Oh and Jez comes up with a concept for a new Facebook group, cuz we all need another one of those!

Simon and Richard attempt to win a Gimcrack badge in Market this month and beat other submissions from listeners.  Previous winners Jez and Stuart are conscious to not rest on their laurels.

This month sees the introduction of The Senate.  There's a healthy debate between JohnPaul Ragusa, Ian Cowley, Todd Osborn and Mark Baker about everyones love-to-hate topic, Toy Tonis.  Listen in for some well though out arguements enlightened thinking on the subject.

There is also a review of recent events the team have attended, Richard takes us through a look at the Echo Live event including some short chats with other attendees, whilst Stuart, Pete, Jez and Simon review their trip over to Belgium to attend the FACTs event.

All this plus much much more including a usual dose of whining from Jez.

Enjoy the show!!!

In the New Acquisitions section the lads cover some wonderful purchases which have been shown off on the forums and Facebook.  The team is joined by Commander Clint Garniss who speaks about his recent trading card finds, Josh Lipscomb who has a wonderful story to tell about an entire 12bk find, 13 of them in fact.  plus once again, as part of the Vintage Rebellion Alliance Chris Georgoulias gives a wonderful narrative on 2 Sy Snootles and the Rebo Band concept items that we guaruntee you've never seen or heard about before.  Something truly special.

Rich takes time out to chat to james Gallo about one of the greatest Star Wars auctions of all time before the lads get together to have an old fashioned chinwag on the state of some loose figures.

Si takes his first spin at hosting the Quiz.  The team hope it will be his last as it successfully exposes them as a bunch of laser brains.

And the return of the market conitnues with a look at the recent propstore Auction whilst also returning is tracker top 5 and the new monthly Gimcracker award.

All this plus much much more on The Vintage Rebellion Podcast.

Enjoy the Show!!!!!

Rich has the pleasure of talking to the best looking collector, if not in the Galaxy then certainly in the Southern Hemisphere on the latest updates of the reproduction blasters, whilst the team thrash out a lively debate on those collecting blues, which are rippling across the collecting circles with some great advice for those affected.

In this episodes packed New Acquisitions (NA) section, the team discuss a veritable banquet of vintage gorgeousness.  Too much to cover here in detail but the items include; Bargain carded figures, Meccano cardbacks, German drinking glasses, 12" Palitoy Fett, awesome Trilogo carded figures, a run of Model Trem Darth Vader variants and more fantastic items.  Jez is joined by 4 guests; Justin Lea gives us a great update on his Diecast Landspeeder collection, Iain Sanderson and an extra special guest braved the night of the Florida storms to tell us all about Iain's awesome looking ESB Yoda store display and finally Chris Georgoulias is the inaugural member to join exciting new concept 'The Vintage Rebellion Alliance', providing the crew with some fantastic information about Speeder Bike Prototypes, to supplement a discussion on possibly Kenner's most perfect Vintage vehicle.

The team also welcome back the return of Pete, who is in fine form.  Returning with Pete is of course the Market section where he introduces a new Gimcrack concept whilst we also see the return of his popular top five.

Welcome Home Pete...  It's family!

Derek Ho joins Stuart and Simon for this months main interview as we delve into his collection and growing up with Star Wars in Singapore.

The lads get together for possibly the most varied New Acquisitions yet, where the conversation ranges from the Popy range to Airfix kits.  Simon pulls a Hutchinson with a Palitoy catalogue, Richard speaks of a beater Kea Moll and gets introduced to Uncle Gundy beaties.  The main element is an in depth discussion on Luke Skywalker original... or is it Farmboy???

Rebel Briefings sees the guys bravely tell Ron Salvatore (from a good distance away) that he's got something wrong on a SWCA blog post.  This is followed up with a cracking interview on a diorama display and a closing of the baggiegate story... for now.

Grant says goodbye to the podcast with his final Beyond The Toys section, as he speaks with Jonathan McElwain for the concluding part of looking at food tie ins.

We also have a Farthest From special where we here from Edd Grant, Dan Burgess, Scott Cato, Stephen Savory, Darren Quinn and Jason Smith who all attended the show.

And watch out at the end as Episode 40 will see the team return to a permament five piece and we announce the final member to make up the crew.

We hope you enjoy the show.

Forget the Return of the Jedi, this month sees the Return of the Quiz, with accusations of cheating flying around on all sides!

Aussie Lee Harris takes a nostalgic look back at his childhood, whilst also discussing his current collecting stance, as well as depressing everyone with a tale of burning toys!

Grant is joined by Jonathan McElwain for the first part discussion on highlights for the US food market for the original Star Wars movie.  Jonathan is an expert so expect to learn a lot about a subject rarely discussed.  Yum, Yum!

In this months NA, Jez and the lads (plus an extra 2 special guests) discuss a variety of purchases including variants, some in the wild 3 pack finds, a lovely story which shows that even Cloud City Clouds can have a silver lining, and the mighty Imperial Shuttle gets the once over.

Rich has the pleasure to interview Ross Barr, the face of CAS and brings us 3 stories from the vintage collecting community.

So much rammed into just over 5 hours we hope you enjoy the show!!!!!!!

There are a few special one off changes, but we are not going to give away anymore than that.

Rich brings us an exciting, nay, game changing update on something which was hypothesised last month.

Rich is joined by a plethora of guests with Josh Blake and Bill Wills kicking it all off discussing a little known droids factory mockup.  This is closely followed by Stephen Danley talking about his new website, facebook group and podcast as we discuss, Star Wars at the movies.  We join Jamie Brown for a quick GW Acrylic update, but wrap up discussing the chances of a new fake in the hobby.

Jez hosts yet another ram jammed New Acquisitions section with items ranging from $1 figures and car boot sale finds to extremely rare Hungarian carded Fetts and Uzay ERGs.  There is discussion about an amazing line up of Die Cast Landspeeders and the crew have a huge nostalgia #hit with some special vintage items, and the lads take a look at Darth Vaders Star Destroyer.

This month Richard is hit with the Rapid Fire questions and is truly called out as a MOC collector.

Join us and our 7 guests for what may be the biggest temporary shakeup since George Lucas dropped the revenge title in 1982!

Steve Savory joins us for this months interview as we discuss Pinewood Studios, Instagram and his Han Solo focus amongst many other topics.

Grant is joined by Chris Fawcett in Beyond The Toys, as they take a look at the history of Star Wars represented in the arcades, along with an insight into their appeal.

In this months Rebel Briefings, Edd Grant joins Richard to examine whether professional restoration will ever be acceptable, whilst updating the community with news on a theft and finish with some highlights from both Star Wars days.

On New Acquisitions, Jez once again leads our rebellion through the forums and facebook groups to discuss some recent gems added to various colelctions.  Plus there is even more evidence that Richards jokes aren't funny.

As well as all this we review Celebration Orlando and take a look back at the Running Stormtroopers achievements since the last show.

Kick back and enjoy The Vintage Rebellion.

Table of Contents

00hr 01m 11   Podcast Welcomes

00hr 01m 48   Farewell to a Podcasting friend

00hr 06m 34   Celebration of Celebration Orlando

00hr 41m 52   Podcast acquisitions

00hr 52m 37   Rebel Briefings

00hr 53m 29   RB : Will restorartion ever be acceptable?  with guest Edd Grant

01hr 12m 41   RB : Stolen Rocket Fett returned

01hr 17m 22   RB : Star Wars Day events

01hr 31m 14   RB : Baggiegate Update

01hr 36m 08   Interview with collector Steve Savory

02hr 30m 47   Song of the Month : Tonight We Break In

02hr 34m 42   New Acquisitions

03hr 46m 31   Beyond The Toys : Arcade Machines with Chris Fawcett

04hr 58m 23   Stormtrooper Run Concludes

05hr 19m 44   Special with Richard

05hr 23m 44   Rapid Fire with Steve Savory

05hr 28m 44   Podcast Rapid Fire question

05hr 31m 34   Feedback

05hr 40m 21   Podcast Close

05hr 42m 11   Out takes

Talking of Celebration, Rich brings you a breakdown of the event in this months Rebel Briefings including a rundown on Everything Vintage taking place.  He also gives us a further update on the baggie affair.

Stuart and Grant are joined by Mark Baker and Karl Dix, admins on the popular Jabba Facebook groups, to discuss their collecting habits, memories and of course the groups themselves.

Rich discusses display and shipping ideas with Iain Sanderson and Johnpaul Ragusa.

Whilst Jez hosts possibly the most crazy NA ever with a random Tuna Fish advert and a discussion on Yak Face's Muff!  The lads discuss their favourite TIE Fighter from the range and we highlight an absolute steal at an estate sale.

On Beyond The Toys, Grant welcomes artist Chris Moore where they discuss Star Wars Wallpaper.

This months market is short and sweet as Pete looks at the 2016 Kenner 12a market prices and the tracker top 5 ties things up nicely.

All this plus the other usual gibberings.

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This months Beyond The Toys is for every Original Trilogy fanatic.  Jamie Benning comes on the show to discuss his filmumentaries project.  An original concept that merges film with documentary, a fresh reinvention of immersive 'making of' storytelling.

Richard welcomes GW Acrylic UK dealer, Jamie Brown onto this months Rebel Briefings as they discuss the new product line they are offering.  Rebel Briefings also brings us an update on baggiegate as well as a feel good story after a collector completed a run in the most unexpected way through the generosity of a stranger.

Newest Acquisitions is full of more amazing purchases as Jez walks us through some amazing items, from a Kenner/Palitoy Zuckuss through to a Darth vader Speakerphone.  Whilst Jez sells the Tantive XI forum in a passionate manner.

All this plus much more, makes this another show you'd be crazy to miss.

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Stuart, Grant and Rich are joined by collecting illumanti, Ron Salvatore, for this months main interview.  Ron discusses a number of topics, from why he collects to Kenner shop displays.  His knowledge is testament to the years of work he has put into the hobby.

In this months 'Beyond The Toys', Grant is joined by former guests, Mark Daniels and Craig Spivey to discuss a project they have been working on alongside Maped Helix, an exciting time as Helix have agreed to work alongside the three of them and produce a 40th Anniversary line with a nod to the Vintage items.

Rebel Briefings sees Rich bring you three interviews as he chats to PBP/Poch : Made in Spain Comprehensive Catalog author Javier Ruilopez, talks Top Toys with Stefan Callaer and chats with Brian Rachfal about his hunt for a certain item.  As well as a couple of other items, Jez also reveals information about the 'Running Stormtroopers' newest challenge.

Pete is joined by Jared Cope for this months Market section as they look at 2016 prices and trends using the fantastic Star Wars Tracker.

And finally Jez brings us a host of goodies in Newest Acquisitions as he looks at a £10 MOC, trainers, 65 back Jawas amongst many other things, and you can all hold Jez accountable for significant price hikes in the Rebel Transport as he clearly articulates why it's the best ship in the toy range!!

Happy New Year.

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Different from the previous Holiday Specials as sadly there is no Panto, but on a positive note, there is no Panto!

We have a feature interview with Chris Botkins, whilst we also catch up with Marc Hockley, Iain Sanderson, Chris Caswell, Edd Grant, Simon McOwan and Andrew Norton.

The lads look at 2016 including Celebration London and Rogue One, whilst also taking a look at what 2017 has in store.

It's a laid back affair, so give your goose a cuddle whilst relaxing with a foot spa.  Merry Christmas listeners!!!!

Apologies for the echo in the latter part of the podcast.

Matt Fox joins Stuart and Grant for this months focus interview as he discusses his 'May the Toys Be With You' exhibition and we take an in depth look at poster collecting and the UK poster release.

Yehuda Kleinman joins Rich during Rebel Briefings to discuss Yupi, whilst Stuart and Pete welcome Laurence Dyer and Simon McOwan back to chat about the Palitoy Factory Tour that Laurence arranged earlier this month.

Clint Garness joins Grant for this months 'Beyond the Toys' section as they look at collecting in Canada.

Jez looks at some stunning acquisitions during this months 'Newest Acquisitions' including a Lili Ledy Imperial Commander, Ross Barr's 32 back Han Solo and Micro collection amongst many other beautiful pieces.

Pete's Market takes a look at the recent Vectis auction whilst he also welcomes Andrew Norton to discuss the Micro Collection after touching on it during the newest acquisitions.

Of course we have the usual banter, drivel and fun in the 31st edition of The Vintage Rebellion.

This months show has no less than ten guests joining the team throughout the various sections.

Stuart is joined by Horacio Narvaez (Ozio) and Marco Jay to take an in depth look at the Lili Ledy license. 

Rich has no fewer than FOUR guests during this months rebel Briefings.  Jon Spira joins him to discuss the Elstree 1976 DVD release, whilst Adam Pemberton speaks with Jez about the recent Echo Live toy show.  Henrik Friden discusses the recent huge Norway haul and Jason Smith returns to the show to discuss Palitoy 45 AB combinations.

This month in the newly titled Beyond the Toys section, Grant speaks to Propstore's Prop Guru Brandon Alinger and Emmy Award winning comedy screenwriter David mandel on their new publication 'The Art of Ralph McQuarrie'.  The book which will be the most comprehensive guide to artists behind The Original Trilogy.

Pete continues the guest ratio having Chris Botkins join him for Market as they take a look at the Rebel Commando, whilst also delving into the recent Propstore auction.

Jez offers a feast of acquisitions in the NA segment, as he looks at Trilogo MTV-7s, Hoth Survival mailer Kits, Canadian Ugnaught MOC, Argentinian Pepsi rulers, TIE Pilot Uzays, AT-ATs and a look at Cash Converters.

As well as all this Chris Georgoulias joins the team during feedback to make some corrections on information given during Episode 29.

Don't fear the length of this show is a one off and will be back to the usual 5 hours in December. x x

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Joining the team for an interview this month is Star Wars Forum founder and trilogo enthusiast Edd Grant.  We also here from Shane Turgeon during this months news as we discuss his forthcoming book 'Force in the Flesh : Book 2.

In this months oddballs Grant catches up with Star Wars Insider Magazines Jonathan Wilkins, whilst he also discusses the recent Watford FilmFair convention with Podcast family member Daniel Burgess.

We also have the other usual segments for you to sink your teeth into as Market, Latest Acquisitions and Rapid Fire all return for the first edition of 'The Vintage Rebellion', in fact all that has changed is added banter as Richard gets more stick than usual!!!

The show is slightly different to the normal format as we bring you live recordings from Celebration Anaheim as we share our live show with the listeners.  We have interviews galore from the podcast members who attended Celebration as they speak with John Morton, Iain Sanderson as well as the delightful people from Order 66.

We do still have a couple of the usual segments as Jez brings us the Latest Acquisitions, Richard takes us through Star Wars in the News and Pete reflects on the Vectis auction that he discussed on the previous podcast.

All this to sink your teeth into in what is a relative short podcast for us chaps!

This months focus interview is with forum favourite and Han Hoth focus collector Andrew Norton - find out exactly why he is called Spoons on all the forums.

Skye Paine and Stephen Danley join Grant in this months Events section to discuss Anaheim, including an insightful look into the Archive Party.

Mattias Rendahl joins Rich to discuss his new proof book and Ross Barr updates the team on the Ugrading petition that is to be presented to AFA.

All this plus much much more on your favourite Vintage Collecting podcast. 

We are delighted to welcome a new member to the podcast crew as the four become five once again with forum favourite Jez joining the team.  This months interview is totally charming as we chat to American Bruce White about Princess Leia, Tattoos, Art, Anaheim and his Cosmetic Beauty Bag.  This months oddballs takes a behind the scenes look at the autograph track, joining Grant to look at this is none other than Gerald Home, A.K.A. Squid Head.  But Grant's interview with Gerald Home plays second fiddle to an interview special when Jez's son Leo takes to the airwaves to ask Gerald the questions we all want to ask.  In this months Vintage Star Wars news we take a look at the current Facebook reproduction and ugrade protest as Grant chats to the two driving forces behind the campaign in Ross Barr and Jason Smith.  We also hear from Iain Sanderson as we discuss his new Acrylic displays.  Rich goes into the recent Lily Ledy reproductions weapon haul and speaks with TIGs Paul Ford.  We also have some huge announcements regarding the podcast stage at Anaheim as well as looking at the recent Farthest From event where Pete speaks with Dan Franco.  All this plus much much more on the best vintage pod!

On this month's show we hear from Plastic Galaxy director Brian Stillman as he sits in with Stuart and Grant for this months feature interview.

Grant concludes his latest two part oddball section as we hear the final part of his interview with Retroblastings Michael and Melinda.

As well as these cracking interviews we have all the regular sections.  Ben looks at the latest acqusitions thread off the forum, Richard looks at a post that was put up on RS which sent shockwaves throughout the forums and facebook groups.  Pete brings his Market section including a look at the recent Vectis auction and a Return of the Jedi climbing frame.  We also hear from friends of the podcast, Jez Allinson and Chris Mann, who we chatted to at the Farthest From event back in December.

So put your feet up and kick back for the current epic podcast from the boys from StarWarsForum.co.uk

Episode 5 is another action packed show with all the usual favourite sections, including Boom Section, Forum Roundup, Latest Acquisitions, Rapid Fire, Market and Events.  The podcast team are privileged to have Belgian Star Wars fanatic Tim Veekhoven on for an interview.  Tim is the co-founder and President of Star Wars Fan Club Teekay 421 as well as having work published by both starwars.com and Star Wars Insider Magazine.  We also have a belter of an oddballs section this month as we delve into the licenced video game market from 1982 to 1993.  All this plus another generous competition, you'd be mad not to take some time to listen to the best Star Wars Vintage Collecting Podcast currently available. 

On this 1st episode we speak to Dave Tree, Paul Bateman and Mark Newbold direct from the recent Farthest From get together as well as an interview with the popular forum member Iain Sanderson.  We look at a few of our favourite threads from the forum including the ever popular Latest Acquisitions thread.  We delve into the current vintage market for Star Wars Toys, and along with all this we have the regular oddballs feature where we look into the world of Helix products.  The Boom section also starts with an explosion as we look at what has been causing a stir amongst the collecting community.  All this plus much much more in the debut podcast from www.starwarsforum.co.uk.