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Toys on Tap

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A podcast that interviews artists that make toys in the professional, independent, bootleg, and designer toy scenes!

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  • Ep. 230 Toys on Tap w/ Fabricio: From Brazil to Japan and back: Fabricio’s Journey Through Art, Animation, and Toys

    Ep. 230 Toys on Tap w/ Fabricio: From Brazil to Japan and back: Fabricio’s Journey Through Art, Animation, and Toys
    Jun 30 2025
    This week we're diving into the mind of Fabricio, a Brazilian-born 3D artist and toy designer whose creative path spans continents and mediums. From drawing comic book heroes in a small town to animating Pokémon films in Japan, Fabricio’s journey is packed with bold moves, artistic grit, and a love for storytelling through sculpture.Hear how a childhood obsession with G.I. Joe and a Marvel mentor set the stage for his evolution as a creator, and how he’s now breaking into the indie toy world with figures that are as massive in personality as they are in size (yes, we talk about his 8 cm sofubi “Frank”).On Instagram: @champs_fabThis Episode is Sponsored by: Empire Blisters – Your go-to source for blister packaging! With 19+ styles and bundle deals, they’ve got everything you need to make your toys shine. 🛒 Use code TOYSONTAP10 at checkout for 10% off. Patreon members get 20% off another reason to join!Want to become a sponsor? Email: toysontappodcast@gmail.comSupport the Show on Patreon Unlock exclusive episodes, early access, and behind-the-scenes content: patreon.com/toysontapThanks to Our Supporters: @dketoys | @massiveminihorse | @dimensionxtoys @bootlegtoyco | @pocket_salsa | @dirtyyetti @dan_overdorff_art | @zimotco | @barbarian_rage @mannycartoonstudios | @pickmansvinyls Shaun C. Downey | @richiemanic | @recollectiontoys @rubbercitytoys | @acid9toys | @teneki_toys @angryhedgehogRate & Review the Show! Leave a rating and review wherever you listen it's the best way to help Toys on Tap grow!
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    44 mins
  • Ep. 229 Toys on Tap w/ Hints and Spices: Shane’s Global Toy Art Journey

    Ep. 229 Toys on Tap w/ Hints and Spices: Shane’s Global Toy Art Journey
    Jun 23 2025
    In this episode of Toys on Tap, we dive deep with Shane, the creative force behind “Hints and Spices,” a name born from a university project that now defines his hidden-detail, genre-blending toy design ethos. From glow-in-the-dark surprises to cultural nods in resin and vinyl, Shane takes us on a journey from Adelaide’s meat pies to Japan’s Wonderfest. Hear how anime like Evangelion and Kaiju toys transformed his tastes and led him to create toys like Wani Fant and the uniquely local Frog Cake figure.We explore Shane’s transition from retail to industrial design, the mentorships that shaped him, and the challenges of the Australian art toy scene. Whether it’s landing a Tokyo grant or opening his own Character Works Club, Shane balances creativity, culture, and career in a way that’s both inspiring and grounded.Tune in for behind-the-scenes stories of fast-tracked toy production, international exhibitions, and what it really takes to blend art and indie toy manufacturing across continents.On Instagram: @hintsandspicesThis Episode is Sponsored by: Empire Blisters – Your go-to source for blister packaging! With 19+ styles and bundle deals, they’ve got everything you need to make your toys shine. 🛒 Use code TOYSONTAP10 at checkout for 10% off. Patreon members get 20% off another reason to join! Want to become a sponsor? Email: toysontappodcast@gmail.comSupport the Show on Patreon Unlock exclusive episodes, early access, and behind-the-scenes content: patreon.com/toysontapThanks to Our Supporters: @dketoys | @massiveminihorse | @dimensionxtoys @bootlegtoyco | @pocket_salsa | @dirtyyetti @dan_overdorff_art | @zimotco | @barbarian_rage @mannycartoonstudios | @pickmansvinyls Shaun C. Downey | @richiemanic | @recollectiontoys @rubbercitytoys | @acid9toys | @teneki_toys @angryhedgehogRate & Review the Show! Leave a rating and review wherever you listen it's the best way to help Toys on Tap grow!
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    1 hr and 16 mins
  • Bonus Episode: Summer Slime: The Backyard Toy Show That Became a Movement

    Bonus Episode: Summer Slime: The Backyard Toy Show That Became a Movement
    Jun 23 2025

    Summer Slime is back and we’re diving into its roots, growth, and the community that makes it one of the most beloved events in the indie toy scene. In this episode, we sit down with Quang of Creature Bazaar to unpack the origin story of Summer Slime, originally started by legendary artist Paul Kaiju, and how it evolved into the vibrant, backyard-style toy gathering it is today.

    Quang shares how Creature Bazaar stepped in to host the show after it lost its original venue, and how they’ve turned it into more than just a toy drop, think tacos, artist-designed tees, a curated crowd, and a vibe that feels like family. From pandemic phone calls with Bawana, Paul, and John Rampage to organizing full-scale toy events like Creature Vision, Quang gives us a glimpse into what it takes to build lasting connections in the toy community.

    Whether you're a long-time collector or a first-timer, this episode will get you hyped for the August 2nd event in Santa Ana and show you why Summer Slime isn’t just a show, it’s a movement.
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    34 mins
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