What if Fred Savage’s Grandpa read him Game of Thrones instead of Princess Bride? (plus a bonus inventory of the He-Man figures behind him)

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

Before we start, I’ll admit to stealing the headline verbatim from this tweet, but I’m crediting the source and it perfectly sums up the video below. Before we get to the video though, I’m never one to bury the lead. In watching these Princess Bride clips again, has anyone ever done a proper and thorough […]

Podcast #64 – Q2 Most Anticipated Geek Things & G.I. Joe: Retaliation Reaction

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

The full, un-retired Voltron reunite to discuss the movies, shows, comics, games and toys we’re most looking forward to that come out in the next 3 months.

The 20 Best Kenner Super Powers Toys

by Kap El

In 1984, Kenner (one of the great toy companies of the 1980s and 90s) acquired the license to the greatest stable of superhero characters ever: DC Comics. The Super Powers line was produced in 3 ¾ scale, which is the first time DC characters had appeared in the same scale as Star Wars (fostering a […]

Exclusive First Look: Batman villains suffer from “Brain Freeze” in Patrick Ballesteros’ latest piece

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

Patrick Ballesteros will be at WonderCon this weekend (Friday, March 29, to Sunday, March 31) at the Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, CA, where he’ll debut his new print, “Brain Freeze”. We’ve highlighted Ballesteros’ work before – if you missed it, check out Mischief Managed, Afternoon Tea and Land of Nostalgia, but only if you like awesome art featuring things like female […]

Lost Request & Dedications III – Cobra Commander’s Open Letter to Every Other 80s Cartoon Villain

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

Last year, on an archaeological dig in Eternia, a team of UnderScoop-ologists unearthed a cache of lost and long-forgotten cassette tapes. The tapes contained clips of un-aired Request & Dedications from American Top 40. These letters were read by Casey Kasem, but never reached the public ear. Until now. There was a letter from K.I.T.T. […]

Robo-Bracketology Final Four Revealed, Voting Open

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

The final four is here. The four best robots in pop culture history, according to you! In case you missed it, here’s the full history of this tournament. Don’t forget to check in on this great Curse Word Tournament on Deadspin (my 14-seeded Cinderella “dipshit’ was eliminated, but “queef” & “rimjob” are still in it), as well as the […]

G.I. Joe: Retaliation is a Better G.I. Joe Story, But Not a Great Movie

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

Oh boy, this one’s gonna cause some fights.   The “one” I’m referring to is both the movie and this review. Based on other early reviews I’ve read and the primary Twitter reaction, a lot of you are going to disagree with me. This review is not going to endear me to many of my […]

Podcast #63 – What’s The Scoop 2! (90s Trivia feat. Will West, Shawn Robare, Jason Gross)

by Corey Chapman @chapmanrunner

Once again, it’s time to play WHAT’S.. THE.. SCOOP!!   Dick Decker returns with harder questions and stiffer rules! Last time, the subject was 80s TV Trivia, and Will West came away victorious. the champ is here! Will is back to defend his title against two newcomers: Shawn Robare – curator of Branded In The 80s & co-host […]

Anatomy of a Perfect Tweet – Breaking Down a Rob Delaney Gem

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

Whether you’re the type of person who gets a laugh from something amusing and moves on, or if you’re more like me and you analyze funny things six ways from Sunday, you probably know brilliance when you see it. On Saturday afternoon the reigning King of Twitter Rob Delaney blessed us with this tweet: .@Twitter […]

Got Magic? An Homage to All the Tiny Magicians and Wizards

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

From the artist and super-child of the 80s who brought you Afternoon Tea and Land of Nostalgia, Patrick Ballesteros’ latest piece features “an homage to all the tiny magicians and wizards out there”. Click here for the full story behind Mischief Managed, and check out the exclusive first look below! We’re proud to announce that we’ve established […]

Robo-Bracketology – Third Round Results, Elite Eight Voting Open

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

Robo-Bracketology is in the home stretch ! In case you missed it, here’s the background on this tournament. Don’t forget to check in on this hilarious Curse Word Tournament on Deadspin (I really think 14-seeded ‘Dipshit’ can pull an upset), as well as eclectik’s Childhood Crushes Tournament, and Cold Slither Podcast’s Battle of the Fictional Bands as well! […]

Watch Batman fight Red Hulk in this video directed by a six year-old

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

This video, titled “World Premiere of Jack’s Batman Movie” was written and directed by a 6 year-old, and filmed by his dad. Check it out and tell me how awesome it would’ve been back when we were kids to have had A.) a video camera, B.) YouTube, and C.) ambition. The elevator scene might be […]

Snake Eyes Through the Years: a Retrospective

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

Many G.I. Joe fans, both active and casual, list Snake Eyes among their favorite Joe characters. The silent commando has risen above most of his comrades and gained a bit of iconic status among fanboys. Snake Eyes’ file card classifies him as a ninja commando, and those who follow know he was a member of the […]

Are Masters of the Universe LEGO sets closer to reality than you think?

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

When @PodcastEDP tweeted the image below earlier this week, I knew a simple retweet wouldn’t do it justice. There’s way too much to be said about this bastion of beauty. Before you slam me, I realize these are not real LEGO products. Read on for my explanation of the headline. [click to enlarge] What you […]

Robo-Bracketology – Second Round Results, Sweet Sixteen Voting Open

by Howie Decker @HowardTheDeck

Robo-Bracketology rolls on! In case you missed it, we designated a field of the 64 top robots in pop culture history and pitted them against each other in a tournament. Readers voted them down to the top 32, and then the Sweet Sixteen – we need your votes again to determine the Elite Eight! Don’t forget to […]

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