B-Side Baddies

The Story of Transformers Soundwave’s Other Cassettes. Transformers SOUNDWAVE and his minions may be one of the most iconic Decepticons of all time, but most fans only know his greatest hits — Laserbeak, Rumble, Ravage, Frenzy, Buzzsaw, Ratbat. Today I'm flipping the tape, pressing eject, and diving into the B-side bots: the dinosaurs, chatterboxes, secret police, doctors, evil twins, sleeper agents… and the cassette who literally exploded on his first day. From Overkill and Slugfest to Beastbox, Squawktalk, Garboil, Glit, Enemy, Wingthing and more, this is the deep-cut lineup that turns Soundwave’s chest into the weirdest army in TRANSFORMERS history. Because every great album has hidden tracks — and Soundwave? He’s been keeping them sealed in plastic since 1984.The Story of Blaster’s Cassettes — The Deep Cuts of the Transformers Universe.

The Audio Philes

The Story of Blaster’s Cassettes — The Deep Cuts of the Transformers Universe. When it comes to the TRANSFORMERS BLASTER and his TAPES, fans tend to forget that this Autobot DJ had his own hit squad of mini warriors tucked in his chest — and they were more than just background noise. From the shiny, no-nonsense lion Steeljaw and the headstrong rhino Ramhorn, to the sports fanatic Eject and the trivia-loving Rewind, Blaster’s cassette crew had as much character as any headliner in the 80s toy aisle. But dig a little deeper and you’ll find the real gems: pop idol Rosanna, tragic spy Flipsides, solar-powered Sundor, and a few rare imports like the Dinocassettes. These weren’t just toys — they were deep cuts from the Transformers mixtape that deserve another spin. So, grab your boombox, dust off your data discs, and let’s drop the needle on the story of Blaster’s lost tracks.

The Enemy Is You

The story of Cobra Commander: How one man’s bad day turned into the worst nightmare for GI Joe.....and Cobra! In this video, I'm diving deep into the origins of GI Joe’s greatest villain — Cobra Commander. From used car salesman to the chromed out face of a ruthless terrorist organization determined to rule the world! So how does tragedy, ambition, and a healthy dose of delusion transform an ordinary man into the ultimate snake...like quite literally? Whether you know him from the classic cartoons, Marvel comics, or the modern Classified figures, this is my take on the story behind the mask and why Cobra Commander G.I. Joe remains one of the most fascinating and entertaining villains of the 80s.

Veni Vidi Vici

The Story of Serpentor — the Cobra Emperor who was part genius marketing stunt, part mad science experiment, and 100% pure 80s chaos. In this episode, I’m diving into the wild creation of Serpentor in GI Joe, Hasbro’s golden-armored clone commander built from the DNA milkshake of history’s greatest conquerors — and a heavy dose of marketing ambition. From Julius Caesar to Genghis Khan, and from toy shelves to TV screens, I’ll explore how Serpentor, the “perfect leader” rose to challenge Cobra Commander himself. And how Serpentor became one of the most unforgettable — and divisive — characters in the entire G.I. Joe universe. So buckle up, because this is the tale of a Cobra Emperor who might’ve just gone a little too far… THIS I COMMAND!

Some General Information

The Story of Hawk, The Most Overlooked Leader Of GI Joe. He didn’t have Duke’s spotlight or Flint’s swagger, and his first figure wasn’t even sold on a cardback—Hawk was just a “Missile Commander” packed in with the rather unexciting Mobile Missile System. But while Hasbro seemed to bury him, the comics put him front and center, leaping off the MOBAT on the cover of G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #1 and leading the Original GI Joe team into battle. Over the years, though, Hawk’s role kept shifting. In the Sunbow cartoon, he was initially benched; in the comics, he survived assassination attempts, and eventually reemerged as a pragmatic and secretive general willing to make the toughest calls. From bright-eyed idealist to battle-hardened realist, Hawk GI Joe may just be the most overlooked—and underrated—leader the franchise ever had.

Oktoberfest

The Story of the Oktober Guard – G.I. Joe’s Soviet counterpart you might have forgotten. The GI Joe Oktober Guard (aka October Guard) were more than just “the other guys” in the fight against Cobra—they were the Soviet Union’s answer to America’s elite fighting force. From their Cold War roots in the comics to their surprising roles as both rivals and allies of the Joes, this video dives into their history, their toy incarnations, and why they’ve most likely endured as fan favorites. Whether you knew them as G.I. Joe’s “forgotten rivals” or the coolest Soviet soldiers in action figure form, I believe the Oktober Guard has a story worth telling.

Rebel Radio

The Story of The TRANSFORMERS HYPE MAN BLASTER — the Autobot with the loudest personality, the deepest cuts, and maybe the biggest rivalry in the entire franchise. From toy shelves to the cartoon airwaves, and from Marvel’s gritty comics to IDW’s assassination plots, TRANSFORMERS BLASTER has been everything from a party-starting DJ to a hardened resistance leader. But did he ever truly outshine Soundwave, or was he doomed by his possible one-note personality and dated boombox alt mode? Let’s dig into the music wars, the myths, and the many faces of this fan-favorite Autobot....and why Grimlock built a special variable voltage harness just for him?

Red, White & Blue Herring

The Story of ULTRA MAGNUS TRANSFORMERS — the almost-leader, the loyal soldier, and the guy who maybe should’ve been more. In the 1986 movie, Hasbro made Rodimus Prime the chosen one, but what if they got it wrong? From toy origins as a "powered convoy", to his moments in the cartoon and comics where he shined, stumbled and just couldnt seem to beat Galvatron, I'm digging into why Ultra Magnus always seems to be second best — and whether he deserved better. Equal parts nostalgia, speculation, toy history, and a little bit of “he just couldn’t deal with that right now.”

Killing You With Science

The Story about Perceptor, the Transformers Scientist Who Became the Autobots’ Deadliest Shot. From microscope to marksman, The Transformers Perceptor has had one of the most unexpected journeys in the franchise. Once known as the mild-mannered G1 scientist who’d rather study than scrap, Perceptor has saved the day in cartoons, comics, and even the Japanese Victory series — before the IDW comics turned him into something...deadlier. I'll be digging into his evolution across media, his rare toys (including the black repaint “Magnificus”), and why this brainy bot might just be one of the most underrated Autobots ever.....oh and Circuit Breaker. Need I say more?

Talking Trash

The story of Transformers Wreck-Gar and the Junkions is one of trash, television, and maybe a little too much weirdness for some fans to handle. In the 1986 Transformers: The Movie, we meet the Junkions and their one of a kinf leader, Wreck-Gar — a planet of TV-obsessed, motorcycle-riding bots who speak entirely in commercials and pop culture references. But were these bizarre scavengers just comic relief thrown into the movie, or were they secretly Hasbro’s most clever commentary on how easily media can shape and brainwash a society? In this video, I'm diving deep into Wreck-Gar’s origins, his role in the movie and beyond, and whether the Junkions were garbage… or genius.

Feels Like Spring

The Story of Springer, the Autobot who sprung past his triple changer peers. Transformers’ Springer led the most dangerous team in Cybertron’s history and had a secret origin to boot! From his big-screen debut in the 1986 Transformers movie to his gritty IDW comic book adventures, Springer’s journey is part action hero, part mystery, and part… Han Solo with rotor blades. Whether you know him as the competent-yet-unsure Wreckers commander, the last Autobot triple changer standing, or just that cool bot Arcee definitely had a thing for, this is my ultimate deep dive into his toy history, his wildest adventures, and why Springer has earned a permanent place in the hearts (and shelves) of Transformers fans.