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ToyFare Magazine

Podcast

WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | The Gareb Shamus Interview, Part 2

Adam Pope

In Part 2 of our conversation with Wizard founder, Gareb Shamus we explore the creation of the Wizard World Comic Con, how Wizard spin-off publications like ToyFare and InQuest created thriving industries for action figures CONTINUE READING…

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The WIZARD Files | Episode 37: Brian Douglas Ahern

Adam Pope

We’re joined by former Wizard cartoonist, Brian Douglas Ahern to hear his unbelievable story of jumping from Comics Buyer’s Guide to The Guide To Comics. Plus behind the scenes stories on creating the iconic Wizard CONTINUE READING…

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The WIZARD Files | Episode 36: Ben Plavin

Adam Pope

We’re joined by former Wizard Promotions Manager, Ben Plavin to discuss the creation of Wizard exclusive action figures, 1/2 issues, trading cards and more from the 90’s run of the magazine. Plus, we go behind CONTINUE READING…

Podcast

WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | ToyFare Roundtable

Adam Pope

We reunite several members of the founding ToyFare magazine staff to share the origins of the beloved action figure magazine in this roundtable discussion. Scott Beatty, Steve Blackwell, Brian Cunningham and Andrew Kardon share behind CONTINUE READING…

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WIZARDS The Podcast Guide To Comics | Bonus ToyFare Holiday Special

Adam Pope

The holiday season is all about TOYS and so in this bonus episode, we’re exploring the first two ToyFare Specials that launched your favorite action figure comedy magazine. Go Behind the scenes at Toy Biz, CONTINUE READING…

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