The POP-EXPOSE 

Growing Up in the 80s Part 2: Destro’s Birth

By Destro Designs–Viper Den Studios I’ve had many nicknames throughout my life, and well into my twenties, one of them was “Jesus.” I’ll tell you why. My parents were teenagers when I was born, so they both still lived with their parents. My mom lived in an upper-middle-class home up on the hill, while my dad lived in a flat down in the ’Burgh. They were both so young, and my mom’s parents were pretty strict, so they didn’t tell anyone she was pregnant. However, legend has it that my…

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G.I.Joe 

The Most Romantic Episode Yet! | G.I. Joe: The Pyramid of Darkness Pt. 4 | G.I. Retro

Quick Kick makes his debut and squares off with Storm Shadow, the Crimson Twins are reunited and make a power play for all of Cobra, the Pyramid of Darkness is activated, but amid it all, love is in the air? Who is YOUR pick for MVP?What was YOUR favorite DYD moment?Who was YOUR pick for Foul-Up?What is YOUR opinion about Quick Kick’s debut?What is YOUR favorite Joemance?Sound off in the comments! New here? G.I. Retro is a weekly rewatch of the classic Sunbow G.I. Joe cartoon, one episode at a…

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The Breaking News Report 

Artist Spotlight: The Art, Partnership and Passion of Stef Wilson, Kerry Anne & Bad Kerry Studios

For comic book fans and collectors, few artistic styles are as instantly recognizable as the bold, expressive pin-up illustrations of Bad Kerry Studios. Behind that signature look is artist Stef Wilson, whose dynamic pencils, combined with the vibrant coloring and creative vision of Kerry Anne, have helped establish one of the most distinctive brands in modern comic book cover art. Together they have produced hundreds of published covers, original art books, calendars, and exclusive collectibles while building a loyal fanbase that appreciates both their unmistakable style and their commitment to independent…

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Spider-Man 

Tom Holland Swings in to Save Summer Movies

By: R.A. Rayne It has been widely debated this summer whether the movie-going experience is on the decline, with some arguing that audiences are over-nostalgic for epic films and that “Superhero Movie Fatigue,” or SMF, is the cause. There may be an argument for that, but not after this weekend. For the first time since 1985, an actor starring in two films in theaters at the same time took the number 1 and 2 spots. The weekend of August 23-25, 1985, Michael J. Fox starred in Back to the Future…

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G.I.Joe Half The Battle 

G.I. Joe Half The Battle: 5 Real Military Vehicles That Should Have Been G.I. Joe Toys!

On this weekends episode of Half The Battle,  We take a look at 5 real military vehicles that could have been G.I. Joe toys! Check out this week’s video below and join in the conversation. And as always be sure and subscribe to my YouTube channel for all my latest videos!Read More

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G.I.Joe 

The Snow Serpent and Its 3¾ Supremacy

By Destro Designs – Viper Den Studios As I talked about in my article a week or so ago, I rank my favorite 3¾-inch G.I. Joe figures a bit differently than everyone else. In fact, I have three different lists that cover my favorites: One of the most interesting things about these lists is that I was absolutely obsessed with a figure I didn’t actually get until I was 10 years old. It was a fascination from a distance. I started collecting G.I. Joe figures when I was four years…

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The POP-EXPOSE 

The Cultural Significance of Ali G

Story by @GIJoeRepairShop In 1999, I was living in southern England. Three nights a week, there was a television show on called “The 11 O’Clock Show.” It struck me very much like a British version of “The Daily Show.” It featured a collection of then-unknown British comedic talent, such as Ricky Gervais, who would go on to revolutionize British comedy with shows like “The Office,” “Extras,” and “After Life.” It also featured a young Sacha Baron Cohen. His character, Ali G, was the “voice of da yoof” correspondent on the show.…

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G.I.Joe 

G.I.Dave’s Cartoon Realism: Silly or Gritty? “Hearts and Cannons

Story by @G_I_DAVE Were back fellow fans and friends!What day is it? C’mon Mike,Mike,Mike..HUMPDAYEEE! It’s Wednesday and we’re gunna dive into another G.I. Joe Sunbow episode to see if its more silly or gritty. “Hearts and Cannons” (Sunbow Season 1, Ep 44)is pure desert-ops and armor warfare.This one starts out a bit too realistic for the times, as Cobra hits a village at night, bags the locals for labor, and Major Bludd is running the show while some lone warrior on a cliff swears vengeance. I can’t help but think…

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IACON CITY - The Transformers Forum 

Happy 85th Birthday, Peter Cullen! Celebrating the Legendary Voice of Optimus Prime, Airborne, and Zandar

Today we celebrate the 85th birthday of one of the greatest voice actors to ever step behind a microphone. Happy Birthday to Peter Cullen, a man whose remarkable talent has shaped the childhoods of generations and whose unforgettable performances continue to inspire fans around the world. For millions of fans, Peter Cullen will always be the voice of Optimus Prime, the noble leader of the Autobots. Since The Transformers debuted in 1984, Cullen’s commanding yet compassionate performance turned what could have been just another cartoon hero into one of the…

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The POP-EXPOSE 

We Had It So Good. So, So Good. – Part 1

By Destro Designs – Viper Den Studios This last week I saw so much ’80s toy content in my timeline that I couldn’t help but think we had it so, so good. People have been saying it for years, and to a certain extent that’s exactly why Stranger Things became such a phenomenon. The show absolutely nailed what it felt like to grow up in the 1980s. Honestly, the early ’90s were just an extension of the ’80s—with worse clothes and, largely, worse music. The thing that really got me…

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G.I.Joe 

From Tombs to Terror Dromes: Why Lara Croft Feels Right at Home in the G.I. Joe Classified Universe

There are some crossovers that feel like marketing ideas, and then there are the ones that make you stop and think, “Wait… why didn’t this happen years ago?” That’s exactly how I felt when the new Lara Croft G.I. Joe Classified Series figure was revealed. The more I thought about it, the more it made perfect sense. Growing up, G.I. Joe was never just about military action. Sure, there were tanks, helicopters, and Cobra’s endless schemes for world domination, but the franchise also thrived on mystery. Ancient temples, hidden civilizations,…

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'NOW YOU KNOW' With Yorktownjoe G.I.Joe 

Now You Know With YorktownJoe –  Marvel G.I. Joe Issue 77 Recap!

Story by Yorktownjoe Issue 77 “AFTERSHOCKS” Background Issue 76 brought the Cobra Civil War crashing down like an arrow!! And the aftermath is underway. Feel free to check out the review of Issue 76 in case you missed it. (You can catch up on other “Now You Know With YorktownJoe” reviews there as well!) On to the issue We begin with multiple Tomahawk helicopters inbound to help evacuate the Joe’s forces. Hawk and “fake” Cobra Commander trade some verbal barbs, and Zarana and Roadblock are nearby. Zarana then calls Lady Jaye worthless trash. Lady…

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