Episodes

Ant gives an inside look on his role as Consulting Producer in Netflix’s, “The Toys That Made Us,” and their episode on The Transformers.

In this week’s episode we cover the first batch of additional media from 1985; namely, coloring books. You can follow along at the links below: Summertime Coloring Book: http://www.camphortree.net/tf/books/coloring/summertime.html Forest Rescue Mission: http://www.camphortree.net/tf/books/coloring/forest.html The Autobot Smasher: http://www.camphortree.net/tf/books/coloring/smasher.html A Message from Outer Space – Link Unavailable Please join our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/tfuinfo An...

In this week’s episode we watch as the world of the Transformers grows beyond Autobots and Decepticons. We meet a girl named Carly in, “The Immobilizer.” We duke it out in a ghost town in “The Autobot Run.” Nergill and the Sub-Atlanticans assault Washington D.C. in “Atlantis, Arise.” We meet a super computer named T.O.R.Q. III on, “Day of the Machines.” And the Decepticons try to steal a female, ninja robot in “Enter the Nightbird.” With special guests: Soundjack426 of Nerdy Geek Talk: https:/...

From the iconic “Are All Dead,” cover of issue #5 and a deep dive into the Honeymooners reference on the first page to the bevy of creators that helped shape Transformers before moving onto other things, we take a look at issues 5-8 of the Marvel Transformers run. This episode has Dinobots, Ratchet vs. Megatron, Shockwave, and we’ll find out just who is Otis Parsley. Enroll now in Transformers University’s Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/tfuinfo Use our Amazon links when shopping: http://www.t...

We head to Europe to explore the unique stories from the Marvel UK run of Transformers comics. Helping us recount issues 9 through 21, the stories known as “Man of Iron,” “The Enemy Within,” and “Radiers of the Last Ark,” are Jen from Stasis Pod & Iacon Underground, Chris McFeely of Transformers: The Basics, and author Stuart Webb. Read along with Transformers Classics UK Volume 1 on Kindle or Comixology: https://amzn.to/2r8qqTW Or buy the book: https://amzn.to/2jetSIX Stasis Pod & Iacon Unde...

In this special edition, we hear from some additional contributors about the 1985 Autobot toy line. Be sure to check out our contributors at their own channels: Vangelus: https://www.youtube.com/user/Vange1us The Salty Seaman: http://www.youtube.com/recharge138 And don’t forget to join our Patreon: http://www.patreon.com/tfu.info Subscribe to us on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/tfuinfo Social Media: Twitter – http://www.twitter.com/TFU_INFO Facebook – http://www.facebook.com/tfuinfo I...

We take our first look at the 1985 US Toyline through the makeup of the Autobot team. We’ll discuss the toys, their origins and lasting inspirations. We’re joined by special guests: The Salty Seaman – https://www.youtube.com/thesaltyseaman Alan Young of ToyBoxComix – http://www.toyboxcomix.com Jen from Stasis Pod/Iacon Underground – http://www.iaconunderground.net Frank Todaro, voice of Starscream in Machinima’s Combiner Wars series John Warden, lead designer on Transformers Generations B...

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We jump head first into Season 2 of the original Transformers cartoon series, taking a deeper look into: Autobot Spike Changing Gears City of Steel Attack of the Autobots Traitor We’re joined by special guests: The Salty Seaman Rob Clay of Radio Free Cybertron Jen from Stasis Pod/Iacon Underground Miguel from Steel City Bots Follow along by purchasing these episodes from Amazon Check out “Changing Gears,” author Larry Parr on Amazon Be sure to check out our FREE Transformers Giveaway Enr...

In this episode we take a look at the world in 1985 and important events in culture in the wake of the Transformers initial success. Please be sure to help the show by leaving a 5-star review on your favorite podcast app. Help support the show by using our Amazon links: http://www.tfu.info/amazon Find us on social media: Twitter – http://www.twitter.com/TFU_INFO YouTube – http://www.youtube.com/tfuinfo Facebook – http://www.tfu.info/tfuinfo Instagram – tfu.info Web – www.tfu.info

We wrap up 1984 talking about its legacy through to today and the characters in both the cartoon and the comics in need to some love in toy form. Don’t forget to like and follow the show everywhere: Twitter Facebook YouTube – Help us get to 1,000 Subscribers! And help support the show by using this link to shop at Amazon.

In this episode, we look at the final 6 episodes of season 1 of the G1 cartoon. We break down all 3 parts of “The Ultimate Doom,” along with its epilogue, “Countdown to Extinction.” We survive a “Plague of Insecticons,” before getting ready for a “Heavy Metal War.” Don’t forget follow up with our special guests: Chris McFeely of Transformers: The Basics – https://www.youtube.com/user/ChrisMcFeely Eric Crownover of Steel City Bots – https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCA7a2ph9Pyz3DsowrjkI0Dw Gab...

The Scavengers are chasing the Magic 8-Ball of Garrus-9 through outer space; here are my thoughts on issue 14 of Transformers Lost Light. Want to read it for yourself? Pick it up today on Kindle and Comixology!

We count down to Toy Fair and take a reflective look on why it is always a good time to be a Transformers fan.

TFU.INFO takes a look at what to expect from the Hasbro Fan Media Event at New York Toy Fair in 10 days! For those getting this file on the Transformers University feed, please search TFU News & Views and subscribe on your favorite podcast app for more news and regular updates!

In this episode we do a little math by breaking down the tech spec values for the 1984 Transformers toy line, as well as counting the molds used and reused. Also, we explore the early days of the Transformers online fandom, reading the first Usenet posts about the Marvel Comic. We even hunted down a special guest to help us out! (And you’ll never guess who it is!) Be sure to check out our Amazon links and help support the show! And come check out the site, TFU.INFO for the world’s greatest and...

In this episode we take a deeper look into episodes 6-10 of the original Transformers cartoon. From Optimus’ brush with death in “Divde & Conquer,” to the introduction, death and resurrection of Skyfire in, “Fire in the Sky,” and “Fire on the Mountain.” And we meet all 5 Dinobots in “S.O.S. Dinobots,” and “War of the Dinobots.” Our special guests this episode include the current voice of Starscream in Machinima’s Prime Wars trilogy, Frank Todaro, as well as the Gabrial Owens a.k.a. “The Salty S...

As a follow up to Episode 4, we take a look at the voice actors who joined the cast in the second half of the first season of the original Transformers cartoon. Please check out the video version as well. Be sure to check out these YouTube Channels featured in the video: Hal Rayle Mona Marshall Also, please help the show by liking, subscribing and leaving a review. Or by using our Amazon link.

In this episode of Transformers University we take a look at the contributions by some of the comics legends that comprised the art departments of Marvel Books in 1984. Did you know that Spider-Man co-creator, Steve Ditko worked on a Transformers book? Or painter Earl Norem? Well, they did! We explore some of the oddest Transformers stories of all time; from The Search for Treasure Undersea to The Great Car Rally to Return to Cybertron and more! Follow along with Steve Stonebreaker’s great arch...

Episode 006 – While the cartoon show was the most popular incarnation of The Transformers, the robots in disguise were born from the bullpen at Marvel. In this episode, we take a look at the original four-issue limited series, the creators behind the books and the impact these issues had on the future of the fiction and fandom. Anthony breaks down the interesting tidbits from each book while checking in with Radio Free Cybertron host Brian Kilby, Gabriel Owens from The Salty Seaman, Rob London f...

Episode 005 – In this one we delve into the most famous part of Transformers lore, the original cartoon series from Sunbow & Marvel Productions. We tackle the first 5 episodes of the series: the original 3-part mini-series, “More Than Meets the Eye,” as well as the follow up episodes, “Transport to Oblivion,” and “Roll for It.” We’ll hear clips from the episodes, break down the theme music, and explore the careers of the episode writers. Transformers lead designer John Warden chimes in with his ...

In this episode, we meet the actors from the first season of the original Transformers cartoon and take a look at their inspirations as well as their careers. Be sure to check out the video version of this episode at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AYIVmBliDjk&t=37s And if you need to pick up the series on DVD, you can do so here: http://amzn.to/2hb0txT

Transformers University – Episode 003 – We break down the original 1984 toyline; from the pre-Transformers days of Micro Change and Diaclone through the US toy releases of the Minibots, Autobot Cars, Casettes, Decepticon Jets, Soundwave, Megatron and Optimus Prime. With special contributions by: Brian Kilby and Don Fergeson of Radio Free Cybertron: http://www.tfradio.net David Schulz of Gamer Going Grey: http://www.youtube.com/bluestreak7 and Gabe Owens of The Salty Seaman: http://www.youtub...

Transformers University – Episode 002 – Jim Shooter Interview – presented by TFU.INFO – Anthony sits down with former Marvel Editor-In-Chief Jim Shooter to discuss his role in the creation of the Transformers story. As the head of the Marvel Comics bullpen in the early 1980’s, Shooter was the man responsible for developing the Transformers backstory, as well as G. I. Joe, before assigning them to the writers who would craft the brand and characters. Here, Jim talk about the very beginnings of th...