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Offscreen, but Not Forgotten: Mini-Rigs, Body-Rigs, and Other Kenner Vehicles

Posted on October 15, 2013 by Gooney Bird

The official Star Wars Blog has a post up about the Kenner toys that were developed based on the idea that vehicles could have been a part of the Star Wars universe, but maybe operating just offscreen.   These vehicles … Continue reading →

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BlytheCon 2013 in New York City is the Place to be October 13th!

Posted on October 2, 2013 by Gooney Bird

Calling all Blythe lovers!  Fans of Kenner’s Blythe dolls will be meeting up this month in New York City to share their love for the big eyed beauty.  The main event will take place on October 13th, with a social … Continue reading →

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io9’s List of the 14 Greatest Action Figure Playsets of All Time

Posted on July 4, 2013 by Gooney Bird

  i09 has posted a list of their top 14 action figure playsets of all time.  Kenner makes a strong showing with three spots on their list.  The Star Wars Death Star Space Station, Star Wars Ewok Village, and the MASK … Continue reading →

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Like Walking Out Of A Time Machine And Into A Vintage Toy Aisle

Posted on April 12, 2013 by Gooney Bird

It’s no secret that we like our vintage toy store photos around these parts.  We’ve been known to drop examples like this and this on you without a moments notice!  These pictures from fellow collector Spencer Smith, are what  I … Continue reading →

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New Images of Super7’s Upcoming Kenner Alien Action Figure Line

Posted on April 7, 2013 by Gooney Bird

Collider.com has posted an article about the upcoming line of Alien action figures that are based off of Kenner’s unproduced prototypes.  Cruise on over and check out all the great photos from Super7’s Wondercon booth. Sign me up for a … Continue reading →

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Kenner Tour of Cincinnati – 2940 Highland Avenue Distribution Center

Posted on October 15, 2012 by Gooney Bird

The next stop on our tour is a look at 2940 Highland Avenue, one of Kenner’s most important locations in Cincinnati.  If this is your first time seeing the tour, it starts here! In October of 1969 Kenner began working on one … Continue reading →

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BlytheCon UK 2012 on Saturday, October 6th

Posted on October 5, 2012 by Gooney Bird

Are you a fan of Kenner’s Blythe doll?  If you are, Manchester UK is the place to be this weekend!  The BlytheCon UK 2012 convention is celebrating the 40th anniversary of Blythe this year. Kenner first introduced the Blythe dolls in … Continue reading →

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Kenner Tour of Cincinnati – 912 Sycamore Street

Posted on September 17, 2012 by Gooney Bird

Update: Some amazing pictures of the Kenner buildings have been added.  Scroll down to see the buildings in all their glory. If this is your first time seeing our Kenner Tour of Cincinnati, start the tour here! The next stop on … Continue reading →

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Happy One Year Anniversary!

Posted on January 29, 2012 by Gooney Bird

Today is the one year anniversary of the site officially going live.  Thank you everyone for making the first year a lot of fun!  This next year looks to be just as exciting!  We have a lot more cool stuff … Continue reading →

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Watch Toy Hunters on Travel Channel January 15th

Posted on January 7, 2012 by Gooney Bird

What do you get when you combine the thrill of finding vintage toys with a touch of history and travel?  Toy Hunters!  This fun new show debuts January 15th on the Travel Channel.  Watch as Jordan Hembrough of Hollywood Heroes scours the … Continue reading →

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