Tickle Me Jimmie Walker

 So powerful was Jimmy Walker's presence on "Good Times" that he was the recipient of two different plush novelties in 1976. Above the deluxe talking edition, which is the least terrifying looking plush on the page.

A scowling plush of James Evans Sr (played by John Amos) that said things like "I'm gonna get my belt!" would have been the perfect companion to this (and likely not sell a single unit).


 

And here is the lower priced, "Kid Din-O-Mite" doll.

Both of these figures were made by Shindana, a company that I personally adore. You can see the 1976 catalog here.

Back to School Magic

Meet the popular crowd, each one an expert in a particular field of playground hi-jinx.

Pod Stallions 46: SCTV

We're back with a new show discussing something near and dear to our hearts.

Episode 46 opens with a tribute to the late, great Gene Wilder and then we move into what is Brian's favourite television show of all time, SCTV.

We talk about the show's Canadian origins and inspirations, what made it's comedy special and the many unsung heroes of it's 8 year journey on television.

Along the way, we discuss the many sketches, actors and characters that made us love it so. The best of all it's in 3-D!

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Parker Brothers Video Games

I had three of the four games on this page, I'll leave it to your imagination which one I passed on.

Atomic Peddles to Power!

I had the Jaguar as a wee one and it was dandy but I pretended it was the Batmobile....

From Mickey Mouse to Star Wars

Wow, that title is prophetic ain't it? The Mouse almost owns the whole page now. There is no greater image I'll see today than that home brewed Chewbacca illustration. I miss the "Pre-Style Guide" world.

PS- I know I've featured this before but a) it was nearly a decade ago and b) some things are worth repeating.

Corduroy Coordinates

Corduroy: Generate enough static electricity to power a small country.

I love Addar Planet of the Apes model kits!

For this Friday's feature, I get kind of personal and explain my love for Planet of the Apes model kits and how they made me the (largely unemployable) man I am today. Join me after the jump!

Fear the Walking Suit

I think this is the kind of thing Buck Rogers would wear to a bar mitzvah.

New Return of the Jedi toys at Toys R Us!

I wonder what Geoffrey's sith lord name is? Darth Exclusive?

Arm's Master

I love Rack Toys, I love Space:1999 and of course, Knock Offs. So when all three get together and have a baby, it's a good time for me. Meet Arm's Master, a weirdly named series of toys that stole the molds from both AHI Space:1999 and Star Trek toys (seriously, check out this phaser!).

Seeing as the eagle gun pops right off the card, let's take a look at the art after the jump:

Black Magic

A look that was previously only available to TV billiards instructors and magic store employees can now be yours!

1976 Langley Star Trek Poster Catalog

Unlike today, Langely and Associates was one of those rare places in the mid 70s where you could buy fan merchandise, their catalog was loaded with everything from King Kong posters to a whole selection of 8" by 10" stills from "The Prisoner".

However, the big thing was a wonderful array of Star Trek merchandise, particularly an amazing amount of groovy posters. I've seen some of these in comic book ads but never in full glorious colour, check em out after the jump!

Oodles of fun with Zoodleland

Kusan toys combined household appliances with zoo animals and had a major hit in the 1970s, who says LSD didn't have it's merits?

Stretch Knits in 7 Colors

Stretch Knits: The official shirt supplier to adult movie directors and snitches since 1971

Bionic Classroom

I was slightly deceived by the title "Bionic Classroom" as a kid, I assumed it would be a playset where Steve and Jaime did cool Bionic things.

Nope, it's just Jaime's work, a school that seems to be located at the airport and judging by the chalkboard, she's blown her cover.....

The Glamorous Glistening Vest

Not only is it an attractive garment, it also has a 20 Armour Class in Advanced Dungeons & Dragons!

Play Doh Dr Drill N' Fill Commercial

Here's another one from our archive, from 1980, the Play Doh Dr. Drill N' Fill playset. Now kids can recreate the amazing tense scenes from "Marathon Man" in their home!

Is it safe?'

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Matchbox MAC Air Rescue Unit

Matchbox Mobile Action Command (MAC for short) is a largely forgotten toy line but happily remembered toy line of the 1970s. At least judging by the "What were those cool vehicle/figure sets called?" type emails i get about once a week.

It's also a toy line I actively collect but with one caveat, I have to find it in the wild. In this marvelous digital age, I have come to savour the old fashioned hunt that toy collecting once was and about once a year, I find a MAC piece for $20. Last weekend, I discovered the air rescue unit and I'd thought I'd share some pics.

More after the jump!

Luxurious Velour Jumpsuits

Nothing rekindles the fire of a marriage like matching velour.....

Star Wars Full Color T-Shirts

That image of Han and Chewbacca is possibly my favourite SW related thing in the universe. I'm positive I had that shirt as a kid.

The Game is Afoot!

 "Come along Dr. Watson, something is amiss at this fondue party!"

The first Spider-Man

Found this great photo in an old issue of FOOM (which I didn't know I owned) from left to right that's Stan Lee, Marie Severin, "Jazzy" John Romita and Roy Thomas wearing what has to be the first Spider-Man appearance suit ever. It's Ditko influence is joyous.

And Remember I'm still looking for your photos and memories for my new book Mall of Justice, the details are below. I've already received some outstanding stuff that I can't wait to share but keep sending them down!

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Mighty Crusaders Remco Parachutist Figure

There is no greater time in a toy collector's journey then when they find that something that they thought existed, actually does.

Well I guess, finding it for a dollar would trump that but no such luck here. After decades of searching I have found my white whale, the very last produced Parachutist figures by Remco/AHI, The Mighty Crusaders.

More after the jump.

Vest Suit Epiphany!

I never knew I was a "tweedy argyle" man until this moment, today I am reborn!

You know what they call "Six Million Dollar Man" in France?

"L'Homme Qui Valait 3 Millards" and Bionic Woman is "Super Jamie" and Maskatron is just...Maskatron

Dashing Buccaneer Coordinates!

Ladies, these buccaneers can swashbuckle, if you know what i mean. 

Actually, I don't even know what that means.....

Pod Stallions 45 : The Monkees

We're thrilled to be back recording PodStallions after some truly turbulent times.

Today's show is all about our mutual love for the Monkee's, although neither of us were alive for the show's original run we were both hooked on reruns and records during the middle 1970s.

We kick off the show playing catch up and discussing Jason's adventures at San Diego Comic Con, including a chance meeting with SCTV's Dave Thomas and being on  the Famous Monsters of Filmland panel.

Then we get into the Monkee's, our early impressions, favourite bits of merchandise, songs and episodes. We even get into the disastrous "New Monkee's" series that should just be forgotten.

Hit us up on our facebook page and tell us what your favourite Monkees song and merch is!

Show Notes:

•  The Box Set Jason mentioned
• The Monkee Mobile was repackaged as Fonzie's car in 1976
• The amazing Monkees dolls being produced by Figures Toy Company
• Pin Mates by Jason's company Bif Bang Pow!
• Trailer for HEAD
• That version of "Listen to the Band" Brian mentioned
• An excerpt from Mike Nesmith's Television Parts.

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Hat Hi-Jinx

Finally, I have the crowning piece for my "Doctor Detroit" cosplay!

Kenner Give-A-Show

One of my favourite memories of a kid was my neighbour's older sister gleefully showing "The Amazing Chan and the Chan Clan" (a cartoon I'd never heard of) to a bunch of us in their basement one rainy day. I always think of Sherry when I see these things.

Bed Time: A New Hope

It's commonplace now but I think it's really cool that they made this design for boys and girls. I'm married to a Star Wars fan who was denied many cool toys because "it was considered a boy's thing". 

Stripes & Plaids

They should never be in the same place, that could create a chain reaction that would destroy the world!

Super Babies!

The Amsco Super Babies never warmed to me as a superhero loving kindergartener, I was well into Mego action figures by this point and Shazam's inaccurate red hair bugged me even then. As an adult, I think they're one of the most charming bits of 70s Superhero merch.

 I'm pleased top announce that things have almost returned to normal here and I'll be updating the site again. Thanks to everyone for the kindness.

Please Stand By

Due to circumstances beyond our control, we are unable to update this week. Please accept these dynamic prints as a test pattern. We'll return when life improves.

Keep it funky people.

Official Batman Battery Operated Zoom Cycle

I lucked out recently and found this awesome piece of AHI Batman goodness locally for a decent price. So, I thought it would be wonderful time to showcase it a little here. More after the jump!

Gold Studded Suit!

Spaced out groupie sold separately.

A bedroom far, far away

I truly never bore of seeing stuff like this...

Ideal R-R-R-Raw Power

I've mentioned it before but my parent's denying me this toy for "safety issues" never ceases to amuse me. Think I'll call them up and bug them about it again.

I would have probably broken it in an hour though...

7 inches of comfort

7 inches? We truly live in an age of marvels.

Battle of the Planets Tricycle

Well, my pal Dave over at ToyNerd (go check it out, I'll wait) succeeded in two things 1) Showing me something I've never seen before and 2) Totally making me want a girl's bicycle!

Follow me after the jump for this awesome Battle of the Planets piece.

Land of the Giants Space Sled

You may not remember the Space Sled on Land of the Giants, that's because Remco (king of recycling toys) re-purposed this toy from the Gerry Anderson "Super Car" series a few years earlier.

Sale! Knit Jump Suits

Warning: Wearing any of these fine suits may result in getting drop kicked by William Shatner.

Star Wars at Osco

Man, this image is simple but packs a powerful memory punch to Christmas time 1979, that second wave of SW figures was pretty exciting.  I may get it put on a T Shirt. 

The BOLD BELTED Walking Suit!

Panty deflector sold separately but highly recommended.

Popy World Heroes Catalog 1980

I recently acquired the 1980 Popy Catalog and it's a "Treasury Edition" sized book that hates scanners, it's also delightful.

While I don't have the time to scan the whole thing, I thought it important to showcase one of my favourite toy lines the Popy World Heroes.

I honestly wonder if that middle carrying case exists...

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