In this episode of the Toy Federation podcast recorded live at their vintage toy store in Greer, South Carolina, hosts Ryan, Travis, and Andy explore the realm of retro 1980s and 1990s action figures that transform but are not official Transformers. The crew dives into memorable non-Transformer lines including Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT) Road Ready Mutations, Masters of the Universe (MOTU) Meteor Orbs, Stonedar and Rokkon, and Toy Biz Marvel Shape Shifters. They also review obscure ‘80s and ‘90s releases such as Celestra: Queen of the Transforming Dolls, Stretch Armstrong’s Stretch Tech Limo, and the Monogram Turbo Teen snap-together model kits. Rounding out the broadcast, the hosts breakdown Vor-Tech Undercover Conversion Squad vehicles, G.I. Joe Manimals, and Revell Power Lords action figures.

2. COLLECTOR DETAILSFor serious vintage action figure collectors and toy historians, this deep-dive covers rare variants, packaging card art, and manufacturing lore across industry giants including Hasbro, Mattel, Kenner, Takara, Toy Biz, Monogram, and Revell. The episode details pre-Transformers origins like Diaclone, Microman, Microchange, alongside Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Road Ready Mutations complete with accessories for Donatello, Leo, Shredder, and Splinter. The hosts analyze Masters of the Universe (MOTU) releases including Mattel’s Meteorbs (Cometroid, Astro Lion, Ty-Grrr, Tuskor, Dinosorb, Rhinorb, Orbear, Gore-illa) with vintage KB Toys price tags, alongside Stonedar, Rokkon, and Star Comics lore. Additional retro highlights include Celestra: Queen of the Transforming Dolls (Zara, Saturnia, Volcania) with combable hair, CAP Stretch Tech Limo, and Monogram Turbo Teen 1/32 snap model kits featuring Brett Matthews as a Trans Am. High-intent collectors will also discover breakdown coverage of Vor-Tech Undercover Conversion Squad vehicles (Blazing Fury driven by Tate Osborne and Sonic Stinger with Rick Rhodes), Revell Power Lords and G.I. Joe Manimals. Finally, the video spotlights Toy Biz’s Marvel Shape Shifters—examining Punisher's infamous power pistol card art—plus tips on finding loose figures, complete sets, and replacement parts at events like Retro-Toy Con.#toys #toycollector #toystore WATCH and SUBSCRIBE to Our Other Channels and Socials!*Main YouTube Channel: youtube.com/@toyfederation*Toy Federation Facebook: facebook.com/ToyFederationShop*Toy Federation Instagram: instagram.com/ToyFederationShop/*Travis's Instagram: instagram.com/travistutterowart/*Andy's Instagram: instagram.com/andyswickedcustomz/BUY TICKETS for our UPCOMING TOY FEDERATION CONVENTIONS!*Our Toy Convention November 20-22, 2026: Retro-Toycon.comTOY FEDERATION PODCAST ALSO AVAILABLE AT:*Spotify: https://tinyurl.com/mwuw3mtv*Apple Podcast: https://tinyurl.com/3pnbsyzf*Amazon Music: https://tinyurl.com/2bxsvccjWATCH EVERY EPISODE of the Toy Federation Podcast in one convenient PLAYLIST!https://tinyurl.com/3ds8yr36BUY Toy Federation MERCH!http://www.teepublic.com/user/toy-federationCOME OUT and VISIT OUR SHOP in Person! 104 Middleton Way, Greer, SC 29650Monday 10 AM–7 PMTuesday 10 AM–7 PMWednesday 10 AM–7 PMThursday 10 AM–7 PMFriday 10 AM–7 PMSaturday 10 AM–8 PMSunday Closed