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The Reluctant Adult Podcast is your weekly reminder that growing up is optional, but buying toys as an adult is mandatory. Hosts Paul and Bill tackle the weird, wonderful world of pop culture, collectibles, and childhood obsessions that somehow got more expensive with age. From action figures to comic cons, they cover it all with the enthusiasm of kids and the disposable income of adults (barely). If your idea of “adulting” is deciding whether to open the box, this show is for you. New episodes drop every week. Follow along and remember—we don’t wanna grow up, but we already did!
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NECA’s Con announcement has TMNT collectors in a tizzy. I haven’t seen Four heads spark this much consternation since I styled my sister’s Barbie’s bangs. Plus, Todd McFarlane’s Supergirl is two-faced, but Alcock. And Star Wars collectors’ patience with Hasbro is not the only thing wearing thin. This Black Series Battle Droid is absolutely drowning in a Youth XS. It’s the Reluctant Adult Podcast.
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Monday Mar 30, 2026
Monday Mar 30, 2026
Breaking news! Bat Child found alive on Kickstarter. Weekly World News’ infamous cover creature is reborn as a Cryptoid. Plus, do a barrel role. Star Fox targets his big screen debut in Super Mario Galaxy. And, stop, stop, he’s already dead. JAKKS does the unpossible, leaving The Simpsons collectors with more questions than answers about the future of the line. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.
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Monday Mar 23, 2026
Monday Mar 23, 2026
Factory Entertainment was so preoccupied with whether or not they could use AI, they didn't stop to think if they should use AI. Plus, He-Man finally gets his flowers. But what about Skeletor? The poor guy just wants tulips. And, I survived May the Fourth and all I got was this lousy t-shirt. Hasbro celebrates Star Wars the only way they know how: with unnecessary merchandise! It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.
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Monday Mar 16, 2026
Monday Mar 16, 2026
Tails from the Cryptoids. The government doesn’t want you to know about this super-secret Kickstarter… but f*ck them. Plus, LEGO finally announces proper Super Mario building sets and minifigures. “But what about the interactive Super Mario Adventures line?” asked no one. And Mattel is bringing back “Dino Damage” with its Hammond Collection Indominus Rex — which is better than the emotional damage WE SUFFERED from watching The Dinosaurs on Netflix. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.
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Monday Mar 09, 2026
Monday Mar 09, 2026
Target aims to make more money by selling less stuff. Wait… that can’t be right. Are we sure that’s what they said? OK. So, which of your favorite toy lines might end up in the crosshairs? Plus, Mezco takes the Ninja Turtles to school with their new One:12 Collective Master Splinter. And he’s the only man to become more beloved after getting canceled, Conan O’Brien finally has his very own virtual action figure. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.
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Tuesday Mar 03, 2026
Tuesday Mar 03, 2026
After weeks of hyping up a mystery crate, WWE’s Elimination Chamber reveal was very nice, very evil… and somehow still very meh. After losing their heads to Red Sonja, the Four Horsemen are holding space for a familiar face. Boomshakalaka! He’s on fire! Bandai is dropping a One Piece x NBA collab. And no, it doesn’t come with an NFT. We’ve all suffered enough. It's The Reluctant Adult Podcast.
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Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
Wednesday Feb 25, 2026
Canada’s Olympic bid for gold falls short. The men’s hockey team takes silver, then collects their prize at the ticket booth. Plus, LEGO’s new Star Wars Smart Bricks have Luke and Darth Vader sounding more like R2-D2 trapped inside a dial-up modem. And Punch the Monkey officially swings into America’s heart — and right off IKEA’s shelves. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.
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Monday Feb 16, 2026
Monday Feb 16, 2026
Playmates officially kicked off their Ninja Turtles farewell tour at Toy Fair. Here’s hoping they have better luck than John Cena. Plus, with NECA producing classic DuckTales figures, life isn’t just like a hurricane, it’s a full-blown Category 5 nostalgia storm. And Premium DNA has re-entered the chat with fresh preorders… meanwhile, Earthworm Jim collectors continue practicing the ancient art of patience. It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.
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Monday Feb 09, 2026
Monday Feb 09, 2026
In a rare moment of self-awareness, Hasbro remembered it used to be toy company and unveils plans for a Street Fighter–G.I. Joe–WWE multiverse. Plus—I’ll form the head! —Hasbro’s Voltron news brings Marvel Legends collectors one step closer to the mythical Cavillrine. And Nacelle is betting big on Star Trek—but is this plan a bridge too far, even for the most hardcore Trekkies? It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.
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Monday Feb 02, 2026
Monday Feb 02, 2026
By the power of Grayskull, Mattel flexes its MOTU muscle with a full spread of Masters of the Universe: Chronicles action figures inspired by the upcoming film. Plus, Fugglers’ assault on the senses no longer stops at their grotesque looks. This latest batch is crop-dusting unsuspecting Target shoppers. And Mami’s Dreamhouse. Are WWE collectors confident "Kenough" in their own masculinity to proudly display this Rhea Ripley Barbie doll? It’s The Reluctant Adult Podcast.
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