Best How To Design A Toy Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 081 - Wedola, A CRM designed by one of our own! 29:19

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In this episode, Danny and Jason dive into Wedola, the brand-new CRM designed by filmmaker Russell Kent Nicholls specifically for wedding professionals. They talk about the shortcomings of generic systems like Studio Ninja, why Wedola feels so intuitive, and how it brings a polished, client-facing experience that stands out in a crowded market. Fro…

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#286: 3 Surprising Ways To Use AI To Save Money In Your Toy Business 32:13

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Toy people, I see you. You’re trying to run your business, deal with tariffs, build your brand, pitch your ideas, and maybe even answer customer questions at 3AM. But what if I told you that AI could actually help you make the most out of your time and money as you build your toy business? In this episode of Making It in The Toy Industry, I’m break…

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IKEA US Commercial Chief Antonella Pucarelli on People-First Leadership 20:25

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In this episode of Women in Retail Talks, Women in Retail Leadership Circle Co-Founder Melissa Campanelli interviews Antonella Pucarelli, chief commercial officer of IKEA U.S. Listen in as Pucarelli shares her journey to IKEA, how her global experiences have shaped her leadership style, IKEA's commitment to a people-first culture, its digital trans…

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🍦Golden Gaytime: Ice-cream stardom and biscuit sleuthing🕵🏼‍♀️ 13:30

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They’re an Australian icon, but what the hell do they have to do with the greatest New Zealand biscuit of all time? Plus, find out which international superstar eats five Gaytimes a day when they visit. [1.20] Golden Gaytime biscuits (and other collabs) [9.18] International stardom Follow us on Instagram (@ingredipedia) and TikTok (@ingredipedia) t…

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Ep. 080 - Lets Talk About Content Creators 54:44

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It seems to be the topic on everyone's lips this week across social media. Unfortunately, there's been some animosity towards a number of our fellow suppliers, and we want to weigh in on it. You all know this by now.... reviews mean the world to us! If you took anything away from this we'd love for you to leave one for us. Leave us a voice note in …

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146: From Home Builds to Hypercars: Composites for Everyone 1:45:30

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Composites might seem like the secret language of aerospace engineers and hypercar builders, but Gabriel Mountjoy from Common Fibers is here to break down those barriers. He’s out to prove that composites aren’t just exotic materials—you can use them to elevate your own builds too. 👉 Use the code ‘PODCAST500’ to get $500 OFF HPA's VIP Package: http…

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#285: TCA Accelerator Coaching Call with Michael Harring 1:03:09

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Should you launch your toy on Kickstarter? That’s the question that we’re going to explore today. TCA alumni Michael Harring, launched Wayward Ghouls and his line of Squeaks toys on Kickstarter as what he says is “just a test.” With the goal of $49,000, Michael’s almost at 50% with a $19,000 pledge but he shared in our interview that for some reaso…

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🍞Toast: Can sweat make it better? Plus, an AFL player shows us how to dunk it🏉 22:43

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Are you missing out on the greatest form of French toast in the world?! How about the simplest sandwich you've absolutely never tried?! We also talk Frasier, cheap toasters and the baffling way the Melbourne Football Club's Christian Petracca eats Vegemite toast. [1.41] The greatest French toast [7.21] Christian Petracca toast [11.19] Toast sweat […

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Ep. 079 - New Gear, New Toys, Same Obsession 27:14

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Danny and Jason catch up on the latest updates in their filmmaking world — from Jason’s surprise baby sleep win to finally tackling their YouTube backlog. The big focus this week is gear: Danny dives into his brand-new camera setup, lenses, and accessories, sharing why he’s switched things up and how it’s changing his approach to wedding filmmaking…

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Episode 236: Building with Purpose 39:03

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Michael Hardy of Ocean Wealth GroupBy Cambridge

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#284: What the End of De Minimis Means for Toy Creators 36:00

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For years, international toy sellers had a semi-secret shortcut to ship goods under $800 tariff free. That shortcut? Gone. And if you’re not prepared, your business could feel it fast. As of August 29th, the De Minimis Exemption was officially eliminated for many international shipments to the U.S. The change, quietly confirmed by U.S. Customs and …

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Rowan Founder and CEO Louisa Schneider on Pivoting to Follow Your Brand 'Why' 20:05

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In this episode of Women in Retail Talks, Women in Retail Leadership Circle Managing Editor Marie Albiges interviews Louisa Schneider, founder and CEO of Rowan, an ear piercing and hypoallergenic jewelry brand with studios across the U.S. Schneider discusses her entrepreneurial spirit and the genesis of the brand, her strategies for maintaining Row…

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🍫Does anyone actually like Cadbury Twirl? Plus, Zooper Dooper Twisties [Road Test]🫣 9:17

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We’re trying a lil something new! NEW SNACK ROAD TEST! We’ll put our mouths on the line by taste testing these new snacks and then share our deep thoughts and feelings. Today we’ve got a cavalcade of Twirl varieties and some disturbingly pink Twisties. Strap in. Do you want us to try more new snacks like this? Or stick to strictly the Civil War and…

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Ep. 078 - How Boosted Posts Transformed My Wedding Videography Bookings 28:03

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In this episode of That Wedding Videographer Podcast, Danny and Jason dive into the surprising success of using boosted Instagram posts to bring in wedding video inquiries across the UK. From targeting the right audience to creating engaging content that stops the scroll, they break down exactly what’s been working, the real costs involved, and the…

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145: How to Avoid Wasting Thousands on the Dyno 1:56:26

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It’s common for car enthusiasts to rush their car onto the dyno before it’s truly ready, only to have it strapped down and the tuner uncover a list of issues. Nothing kills the excitement of chasing those long-awaited power figures faster than unexpected problems. Booking a session with remote tuning expert Shawn Christenson could save you thousand…

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#283: 3 Costly Mistakes That Toy Creators Make with Factories 27:35

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I’ll never forget the time I asked a factory to “just move the pen and scissors down a little” on a packaging layout. What came back? A sample where the entire arrangement was totally rearranged and the design I’d worked so hard on was completely off. Communicating with factories is one of the most exciting parts of the toy-making journey, but one …

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😠Parsley: Does the curly one deserve the hate? Garlic bread investigation🍞 25:17

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WHAT’S THE POINT OF PARSLEY? We start off asking the big questions and end up with parsley stuck in our teeth. There’s an investigation into supermarket garlic bread and Ben fires up about the merits of three different types of parsley. [1.25] What's the point? [6.57] Why it gets stuck in your teeth [12.42] Garlic bread investigation [18.58] Curly …

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Ep. 077 - Every Wedding Videographers Worst Nightmare... Losing Footage 32:47

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Every wedding filmmaker dreads it… the moment you realise your memory card has been formatted, and the footage is gone. In this episode of That Wedding Videographer Podcast, Jason shares the raw and stressful story of losing crucial wedding footage, the panic that followed, and how he (thankfully) managed to recover most of it using tools like Disk…

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#282: Why Toy Companies Are Switching to Manufacturing in India with Joshua Punin 49:03

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Even with the recent increased tariffs on India, many of my clients and students have been seeking out new factory partnerships in this country. For decades, China has been the go-to destination for toy production, and they are indisputably the best at producing high quality goods quickly, but what happens when rising costs, shipping delays, and sh…

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How Anthropologie's Anu Narayanan Takes a 'Change or Fail' Approach to Her Career 33:00

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In this episode of Women in Retail Talks, Women in Retail Leadership Circle Managing Editor Marie Albiges interviews Anu Narayanan, president of women's and home at Anthropologie, a global lifestyle brand in the URBN portfolio. Listen in as Narayanan shares her career journey in retail, how she infuses creativity and risk in her teams' everyday wor…

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Ryvid: Electric Motorcycles Powering a Change in Urban Transportation 17:58

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What if your motorcycle wasn’t just electric, but designed to evolve with you? That’s the question Ryvid, a California-based electric vehicle startup, is answering with their bold new approach to urban mobility. Their modular, lightweight motorcycles are built not only for performance and style, but for sustainability across the full product lifecy…

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🚫Rice cakes: Why the government ban? How to revive a stale one🍚 15:35

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Are they delicious crispy spread canvases? Or boring stale cardboard? Either way you slice it, we find out which Australian state government has serious rice cake hate and give you two ways to crisp up stale rice cakes. [1.31] Government ban [7.33] How to revive a stale rice cake Follow us on Instagram (@ingredipedia) and TikTok (@ingredipedia) to …

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Ep. 076 - The Truth About Destination Weddings – Are They Really Worth It? 44:55

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In this episode, Danny and Jason dive deep into the glamorous but often misunderstood world of destination weddings. From sweltering 40-degree ceremonies to navigating airport security with a bag full of batteries, they share their own real-life experiences filming abroad — the highs, the headaches, and the moments that made it all worthwhile. Whet…

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144: Is a Retired F1 Car the Ultimate Track Toy? 1:38:20

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Formula 1 represents the pinnacle of motorsport and James Densley along with the team at TDF Limited are breathing new life into retired F1 cars, transforming them back into the ultimate track weapons. 👉 Use the code ‘PODCAST500’ to get $500 OFF HPA's VIP Package: https://hpcdmy.co/podvip James shares his journey from a car-obsessed child through k…

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#281: TCA Accelerator Coaching Call with Carrie Shaked 59:47

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Building forts is a rite of passage for most kids and often the bane of organized parents. I can still picture my mom, coming home late from running her business, to find chairs flipped sideways, blankets draped across them, boxes forming doorways, and my brother and I, tucked away inside playing. It was 100% an eyesore to my parents and 1000% a sa…

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🍫Dates: Can fruit really replace a Snickers? The best sticky date pudding's unexpected location🚗 24:51

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From a fast-food sticky date pudding you’ve probably never heard of, to a “healthy” Snickers dupe, and even a butter-filled date that tastes like cookie dough – we’re uncovering the sweetest (and strangest) sides of this exotically-coded fruit. Plus, Ben’s deep dive into a famous breakfast buffet sauce! [1.10] Sticky date pudding [7.59] Mysteries o…

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Ep. 075 - Keys, Chaos, and Keeping Your Business Moving 32:28

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In this episode, Danny and Jason share a hilarious (and slightly painful) tale of a late-night wedding shoot gone wrong when Jason accidentally took Danny’s car keys home… an hour and a half away. They catch up on the madness of peak wedding season, from juggling seven weddings in ten days to navigating the chaos of Edinburgh city centre in August.…

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#280: TCA Accelerator Coaching Call with Courtney Smithee 44:13

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Ever wondered why all baby toys are so bright and loud? all primary and neon colors? Aesthetic-focused moms are craving a change. In this episode of Making It in The Toy Industry, I’m bringing you a powerful coaching session that spotlights someone who's filling that market opportunity. Playcor is a brand on a mission to make toys that look as beau…

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Bucherer’s Jillian Chisari on Marketing Luxury Watches in a Digital World 24:43

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In this episode of Women in Retail Talks, Women in Retail Leadership Circle Managing Editor Marie Albiges interviews Jillian Chisari, vice president of digital at Bucherer, a leading luxury watch retailer. Listen in as Chisari details the difference between luxury and traditional retail marketing, balancing the legacy of the Bucherer brand with inn…

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Episode 235: The Next Step® – Building Confidence and Careers 28:00

2M ago28:00

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Ali Main and Shairvi Sardana of Iowa State UniversityBy Cambridge

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🇯🇵Pocky: Is Pepero coming for them? Plus, all the cutest limited editions 💕 16:21

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Is Korea’s Pepero a copycat, a contender or just a chunkier-coated cousin? Plus, we share our all-time favourite limited edition Pocky flavours (heart-shaped sticks! real cheese!) and the truly wild varieties we wish we could try. From pumpkin to chilli crab, fortune-telling to Star Wars collabs, this episode is a stick-shaped biscuit lover’s dream…

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Ep. 074 - Why Gear Doesn't Matter (That Much): Creativity, Consistency, and Craft with Richard Leng 1:11:22

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In Part 2 of our conversation with the legendary Richard Leng, we dive deeper into the philosophy behind his filmmaking process and the mindset that's helped him create standout wedding films without obsessing over gear. From using a hacked A7II and an 85mm lens almost exclusively, to prioritising creative consistency over flashy kit, Richard opens…

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143: DIY Motorsport Isn’t Easy But It’s Insanely Rewarding 2:00:04

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No matter the stage of a build, most projects reach a point where giving up feels tempting. They demand grit and perseverance—and Karel Silha from Karel S Motorsport’s wild DTM-inspired M4 Time Attack build is no exception. We first spoke to Karel in 2022, and now he’s back to share what it really takes to shake down and test a home-built car of th…

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#279: TCA Accelerator Coaching Call with Kieche O’Connell 52:36

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The most innovative toy ideas I’ve ever seen come from people outside the toy industry. When I met Dr. Kieche O’Connell, the creator of Catoms, I was completely blown away. She found a way to merge her love of science and the periodic table into a collectible plush toy line. Kieche’s deep understanding of chemistry and the unique traits of each ele…

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🥝 Kiwi: Nature’s sleeping pill… or pizza’s next big scandal?🫢 24:40

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Could a humble green fruit really help you sleep better? And more controversially… does it belong on a margherita? This week, we investigate the kiwi fruit: its surprising sleep science and its unexpected cameo on pizza. We also explore the fruit’s fuzzy history: where it came from and why it’s called “kiwi” (spoiler: it’s not originally from New Z…

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Ep. 073 - Money, Growth and Mindset in the Wedding Industry with Richard Leng 1:00:18

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In this first part of our deep dive with the incredible Richard Leng of RL Films, we explore his 14-year journey from corporate life and skate culture to becoming one of the most sought-after luxury wedding filmmakers in the UK. Richard shares how he transitioned from photography to videography, the pivotal moments that shaped his career, and the g…

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#278: TCA Accelerator Coaching Call with Manish Punwani 53:25

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Ever feel like your toy or game idea is too niche or catch yourself wondering if you’ve really got what it takes to break into the industry? Maybe you’ve been sitting on a killer concept, or you’re already knee-deep in prototypes and second guesses. In this episode of Making It in the Toy Industry, I’m chatting with TCA alum and current Accelerator…

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How BARK CXO Meghan Knoll Brings Storytelling to Dog Toy Design 39:22

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In this episode of Women in Retail Talks, Women in Retail Leadership Circle Managing Editor Marie Albiges interviews Meghan Knoll, chief experience officer (CXO) at BARK, the leading global omnichannel dog brand known for its monthly subscription, BarkBox. Knoll provides an overview of her primary responsibilities as CXO, a few learnings from build…

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Field Report: Why Your CAD Designs Don't Work 10:16

2M ago10:16

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Designing an elaborate engine block or cylinder head in CAD is one thing, but actually manufacturing that design is another challenge altogether. In this video, we talk with Gerry from Crest CNC about what it takes to turn complex billet and cast designs into reality Use the code ‘PODCAST500’ to get $500 OFF HPA's VIP Package: https://hpcdmy.co/pod…

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🍋Solo: Can you taste the masculinity? What about the alcohol?💪🏻 11:28

2M ago11:28

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We crack open Australia’s most questionably marketed soft drink and slam it down. Ben investigates the myth of the original ‘Solo Man’ and the sweaty, hyper-masculine world he paddled in from. Meanwhile, Em attempts a taste test to see if she can tell the difference between regular Solo and its boozy rebrand, Hard Rated. Is it still the “thirst cru…

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Episode 234: Designing a Practice That Feeds Your Soul 38:40

2M ago38:40

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Chelsea Scomak of Via BrioBy Cambridge

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142: “Composites” aren’t just for high-end motorsport 1:22:12

2M ago1:22:12

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“Composites” aren’t just expensive and elaborate carbon fibre parts for high-end race teams. It may be easier, more accessible, and cheaper than you think to get started in the composite game. This week on the podcast, we sit down with Keith Peden from Rodin Cars to unravel the world of composites. 👉 Use the code ‘PODCAST500’ to get $500 OFF HPA's …

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Ep. 072 - Educating Clients: How to Get Better Speeches, Vows & Timelines in Your Wedding Films 32:38

2M ago32:38

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In this episode, Danny and Jason dive deep into one of the most underrated skills in wedding videography, client education. From encouraging personal vows and meaningful speeches to guiding couples on realistic timelines, they share actionable strategies that will elevate your films and your client experience. You'll also hear how Danny’s speech gu…

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#277: Game Pitching Tips From a Toy Industry Insider with Tanya Thompson 1:04:42

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Have you ever had a game idea pop into your head and thought, “This could be huge… but how do I even pitch it?” Or maybe you’ve been sitting on a finished prototype, wondering if it’s really “good enough” to get in front of a big toy company. If you’ve been dreaming of turning your game concept into a real product on shelves, this episode is made f…