Snow Your Joe!

The Snow Must Go On: A Chilly Look at GI Joe's Arctic Specialists ❄️ Ever wonder why GI Joe had so many snow troopers when half the world barely even sees frost? As a lifelong fan from the sunny, snowless Philippines, I’ve always had a frosty fascination with the coolest Joes on the team—guys like Snow Job, Iceberg, Frostbite, Blizzard, and Sub-Zero. In this episode, i'll slide into nostalgia and dig through the snowdrifts of toy history to uncover who these winter warriors were, what gear they packed, and how their stories played out across figures, comics, and cartoons. From Olympic biathletes and tundra rangers to machete-wielding ski instructors and snow ninjas (yes, really), these characters prove that cold just means an excuse to look extra badass. So grab your snowshoes and let’s chill with some real American (arctic) heroes!

Alternate Bounty Hunter

The story of the Transformers ultimate hunter, Lockdown! Lockdown isn’t just any shady and creepy character — he’s THE bounty hunter of the Transformers universe, a ruthless tracker with no allegiance except to the highest bidder. From his debut in Transformers Animated to his big-screen showdown in Age of Extinction, Lockdown has cemented himself as one of the most unique and feared characters in the franchise. Whether he’s stealing Ratchet’s EMP, training with Cyber Ninjas, or product placing for Lamborghini, he’s always a step ahead. But is he the ultimate bounty hunter in Transformers history? Let’s break down his legacy and find out!

Can You Smell What The Block Is Cooking?

The Story about ROADBLOCK — The GI Joe Legend with a Machine Gun and a Frying Pan What do Magic Johnson, a tooth fairy, and a giant machine gun have in common? They all somehow connect to Roadblock—the rhyming, righteously cool heavy machine gunner of GI Joe! In this episode of Stories from the Toyshelf, I take a hilariously honest (and slightly awkward) walk down memory lane as I recount how childhood fears and Filipino family quirks somehow made Roadblock one of my all-time favorite Joes. From his animated heroics in The Revenge of Cobra, to comic book patriotism and neon space suits, to that time The Rock tried to ninja-fy him (sigh), we cover it all! Whether you're a vintage toy collector, comic book fan, or just here for a nostalgic ride, this one's packed with rhymes, rifles, and ridiculous 80s action. So hit that like button, subscribe, and let’s fire up the grill—because Roadblock’s serving up some Joe history you won’t want to miss!

Hairy Scary Crazy Jarhead!

The Story about Gung Ho, the swamp-brawling, vest-rocking, chest tattooed Marine! 🐊💪🔫 From the Louisiana swamps to the frontlines of G.I. Joe, Gung Ho has brawled, battled, and bare-chested his way into Joe history! But what’s the deal with his powder blue uniform, mysterious hometown, and ever-changing tattoo? From his famous gumbo in the cartoons to his comic book beatdowns (including a couple of unfortunate run-ins with Storm Shadow’s sword!), we’re breaking down the legend of Ettienne R. LaFitte—aka the hairiest, scariest, and most grenade-launching Marine to ever rock a vest that may or may not be a repurposed tablecloth. Whether you grew up with the ‘83 original or the Mega Marine madness, there's a Gung Ho for every Joe fans! Yo Joe! 🇺🇸🔥