The Imagination Brickshop’s LEGO Brickcast

Steve Miller
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This is a LEGO centric podcast where we review sets, cover the latest Lego news & rumors and just talk all things Lego. If you love Lego, then you are in the right place.

  1. 4d ago

    Ep. 186 - Amazing LEGO Content Creators You NEED to SEE!

    Who are the LEGO creators keeping me entertained, inspired, and constantly adding sets to my wishlist? In Episode 126 - I spotlight 5 Huge Lego YouTubers that you should follow. In this episode, I’m spotlighting MORE of my favorite LEGO content creators and podcasts that every AFOL should know about! From massive LEGO warehouses and reseller adventures to city updates, alt-brick reviews, and community-driven podcasts, this episode is all about celebrating the creators building the LEGO community one brick at a time.  We’re talking: ⭐ Bevins BricksWorld and his insane LEGO warehouse -  https://www.youtube.com/@BevinsBricks ⭐ Wapi Bricks and the journey from BrickLink seller to full LEGO storefront - https://www.youtube.com/@wapibricks ⭐ MrBookieboo’s awesome LEGO city update videos -  https://www.youtube.com/@MrBookieboo ⭐ CurKym Brick Builds and their rapid rise as a husband-and-wife LEGO duo -  https://www.youtube.com/@CurKymBrickBuilds ⭐ The Bricks King Podcast and 500+ episodes of LEGO news, rumors, reviews, and AFOL discussions -  https://www.youtube.com/@thebrickskingpodcast/videos Plus, I’m also giving some love to two new small up-and-coming creators like: Smith BricQs -  https://www.youtube.com/@SmithBricQs LEGO Loving Lady - https://www.youtube.com/@Legolovinglady because everybody starts somewhere — and supporting new creators is what this hobby is all about. If you love LEGO reviews, LEGO city displays, LEGO collecting, rumors, MOCs, podcasts, or just being part of the LEGO community, this episode is for you! 👇 Which LEGO creators are YOUR favorites right now? Leave a comment and let me know! 👍 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications so you never miss the latest LEGO news, rumors, reviews, and community spotlights! Music Credit: YouTube Music Library #LEGO #AFOL #LEGOCommunity #LEGOYouTube #LEGOPodcast #LEGOCreators #BrickLink #WapiBricks #BevinsBricksWorld #CurKymBrickBuilds #BricksKingPodcast #LEGOCity #LEGOReviews #AdultFansOfLEGO

    30 min

  2. 6d ago

    Ep. 185 - The Biggest LEGO Day of 2026 is Here!!! - 6/1/26 - News & Rumors

    The BIGGEST LEGO release day of 2026 is finally here! More than 120 new LEGO sets hit shelves today, including the massive Lord of the Rings: Minas Tirith, Hogwarts Castle: East Wing, Disney's Main Street U.S.A., the SHIELD Helicarrier, and so much more! But before we dive into today's releases, we tackle the biggest LEGO controversy of the year as YouTuber Reckless Ben shines a spotlight on the ongoing Bricks & Minifigs situation involving a reported $200,000 Star Wars LEGO collection, franchise ownership disputes, corporate responses, and plenty of unanswered questions. In this episode: 🔥 The latest Bricks & Minifigs controversy update 🔥 Official LEGO Star Wars August 2026 reveals 🔥 New Marvel Venom Bust leak 🔥 Minecraft Dungeons II set revealed at TwitchCon 🔥 New LEGO Pokémon rumors and reveals 🔥 LEGO IDEAS Pokémon 3D Card Art competition highlights 🔥 Tribute to Leonardo Da Vinci GWP details 🔥 Over 120 LEGO sets launching today 🔥 My personal Top 10 favorite sets releasing June 1st What are YOU buying today? Are you picking up Minas Tirith? Will Hogwarts Castle be joining your collection? What do you think about the Bricks & Minifigs situation? Which Pokémon would you vote for in the LEGO IDEAS contest? Leave a comment below and let's talk LEGO!  Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, & Share with a fellow LEGO fan! Bricks & Minifigs Scandal Part 1:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wscQpkcwgNU Bricks & Minifigs Scandal Part 2: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cxZPfj8AlmY Hogwarts Review Video: https://youtu.be/KxOet0kkaw8  Music Credit: YouTube Music Library #LEGO #LEGONews #LEGORumors #MinasTirith #LordOfTheRings #StarWarsLEGO #PokemonLEGO #MinecraftLEGO #HarryPotterLEGO #LEGOIdeas #BricksAndMinifigs #RecklessBen #LEGOMarvel #LEGOCastle #ImaginationBrickshop

    43 min

  3. May 27

    Ep. 184 - Before You Buy the NEW Hogwarts Castle Expansions…This Episode is a MUST!

    Before the NEW Hogwarts Castle expansion arrives… we need to talk about the LEGO Harry Potter giant that started it all. Back in 2018, LEGO released set 71043 Hogwarts Castle, a set so massive it instantly became one of the most legendary builds ever created. At the time, it was the second-largest LEGO set in history. Even now in 2026, it still stands as the BIGGEST Harry Potter set ever made. And with LEGO about to launch the brand-new Hogwarts Castle: East Wing on June 1st, the big question becomes… Is the original castle STILL the ultimate Hogwarts experience? We’re diving into: 🧙 The insane size and detail of the 6,000+ piece castle 🧙 Rare minifigures and microfigures that collectors still chase today 🧙 Dragons, hidden rooms, magical callbacks, and one ridiculously long build experience 🧙 How the old castle compares to LEGO’s new modular Hogwarts system 🧙 Whether the original is still worth buying in 2026 before retirement 🧙 And how four new castle sets together now cost MORE than the original masterpiece Plus… I revisit the VERY FIRST YouTube video I ever uploaded back in 2018, when I built this monster for 13 straight hours. 😅 If you’re a LEGO Harry Potter fan, collector, or just love massive display sets, this is going to be a nostalgic trip through one of LEGO’s most iconic creations. Is 71043 still the greatest Hogwarts Castle LEGO has ever made… or has the new system finally surpassed it? Music Credit: YouTube Music Library #LEGO #HarryPotter #LEGOHarryPotter #HogwartsCastle #LEGOReview #AFOL #LEGOCastle #WizardingWorld #LEGONews #LEGOCollector #LEGODisplay #Hogwarts

    32 min

  4. May 25

    Ep. 183 - They Are Finally Making THIS LEGO Set?! - 5/25/26 - News & Rumors

    LEGO news is absolutely wild this week… 👀 We’ve got a massive Disney Parks reveal packed with minifigures, hidden details, and one VERY special apartment longtime Disney fans will instantly recognize. A legendary Batmobile is finally rolling back into stores, another Zelda set rumor is heating up, and Donkey Kong might be crashing into the Mario lineup sooner than expected. Oh… and Pokémon fans? Yeah, things are getting out of control. New sets, mysterious SmartPlay rumors, giant buildable creatures, and one fan-favorite dragon that could become an instant must-have. Plus, we even have some nightmare-fueled images of leaks that will leave you scratching your head in disbelief.   We’re also talking: Double VIP/Insider points on select sets BrickLink Designer Series 11 closing TODAY New Botanicals Gremlins BrickHeadz X-Files officially entering LEGO Ideas And several rumors that could seriously impact the second half of 2026 If you love LEGO news, rumors, leaks, speculation, and way too much excitement over plastic bricks… this is the episode for you. 👇 Which rumored set are YOU most excited about? Let me know in the comments! Music Credit: YouTube Music Library #LEGO #LEGONews #LEGORumors #PokemonLEGO #ZeldaLEGO #DisneyLEGO #BatmanLEGO #BrickLinkDesignerProgram #LEGOIdeas #SuperMarioLEGO #DonkeyKong #LEGOPokemon #AFOL #LEGOCommunity

    28 min

  5. May 20

    Ep. 182 - 30 Amazing Sets…But These Are My TOP 5 | BrickLink Designer Series 11

    The BrickLink Designer Series 11 voting period is officially underway, and in this episode I’m breaking down MY personal Top 5 finalist picks from an absolutely stacked field of incredible fan-designed LEGO sets! But that’s not all — I’m also shining a spotlight on 30 outstanding builds across the Small, Medium, and Large categories, PLUS revealing 6 runner-up sets that came painfully close to making my final list. From massive castles and fantasy builds to detailed ships, villages, and creative display pieces, there’s no shortage of amazing talent in Series 11. - Voting Runs: May 11 – May 25 - Review Period: May 25 – June 20 - Final 5 Announced: June 20 Categories Included: 🔹 Small Builds: 1–2000 pieces 🔹 Medium Builds: 2000–3000 pieces 🔹 Large Builds: 3000–4000 pieces Which sets are YOUR favorites? Let me know in the comments! 👍 Don’t forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and ring the bell so you don’t miss future LEGO news, rankings, rumors, and BrickLink coverage! Music Credit: YouTube Music Library #LEGO #BrickLinkDesignerProgram #BrickLink #LEGONews #AFOL #LEGOIdeas #LEGOCastle #LEGOPirates #LEGOFantasy #LEGOMOC #BrickLinkDesignerSeries11 #LEGOCommunity #LEGOFans #LEGOBuilds

    47 min

  6. May 18

    Ep. 181 - LEGO Minas Tirith, Pokémon Delays & BrickLink Madness - 5-18-26 - News & Rumors

    The LEGO news train has officially left the station and somehow picked up even MORE chaos this week. From one of the biggest LEGO Lord of the Rings sets ever made to BrickLink insanity, production delays, surprise reveals, and rumors flying faster than a Gondor beacon fire, there’s a LOT to talk about. This episode covers the massive LEGO ICONS Minas Tirith reveal, including the latest updates on the GROND Gift With Purchase, while also diving into the absolutely overwhelming BrickLink Designer Series 11 voting period featuring a casual 578 fan submissions. Because apparently LEGO fans collectively decided sleep was optional. We also break down the upcoming BrickLink Series 8 pre-orders, including castles, trains, balloons, and enough wallet damage to qualify as a natural disaster. But one of the biggest stories this week may actually be the delays. The rumored 12,000-piece Sagrada Familia set potentially getting pushed back is almost poetic considering the real building itself has been under construction for over 140 years. Meanwhile, the LEGO Pokémon Pokéball may also be delayed, proving once again that even LEGO release schedules can’t catch ‘em all. On top of that, we’ve got new Pokémon rumors, Marvel busts, Disney surprises, a retro pinball machine, mysterious minifigures, and enough LEGO goodness to make your backlog feel personally attacked. So grab a drink, hide your wallet, and come hang out for another packed episode of LEGO news and rumors! 👇 Let me know in the comments: What set are YOU most excited for this week? 👍 If you enjoy LEGO news, rumors, rankings, reviews, and BrickLink coverage, make sure to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and ring the bell so you never miss an episode! #LEGO #LEGONews #LEGORumors #BrickLinkDesignerProgram #LordOfTheRings #MinasTirith #LEGOPokemon #LEGODisney #LEGOICONS #BrickLink #AFOL #LEGOCastle #LEGOMarvel #LEGOLeaks #LEGOCommunity Music Credit: Music from the YouTube Audio Library

    28 min

  7. May 13

    Ep. 180 - A.M.A. TIME! 10 Burning Questions Every LEGO Fan Wants Answered

    What happens when you sit down with a longtime LEGO fanatic and ask the questions EVERY collector secretly wants answered?  In this special Wild Card Wednesday episode, I'm going full AMA and tackling some of the biggest, most debated, and most personal questions in the LEGO hobby. I'm talking about: - The biggest mistakes new collectors make - Whether LEGO investing still makes sense in 2026 - The retired sets I regret not buying - What it’s REALLY like being a LEGO YouTuber behind the scenes - The most underrated LEGO sets nobody talks about - Which classic LEGO themes deserve a comeback - And where the future of LEGO might actually be heading This episode gets into the hobby side, the business side, and the emotional side of being an adult LEGO fan — from nostalgia and collecting regrets to burnout, hype cycles, storage problems, and the constant battle between buying what you love vs. chasing what everyone else says you should buy. If you’ve ever wondered: “Am I collecting LEGO the right way?” “What themes are actually worth getting into?” “Is the LEGO market changing?” “Or why LEGO fans are so passionate in the first place…” …this episode is for you. Some answers might surprise you. Some might save you money. And a few might make longtime collectors VERY uncomfortable. Equipment I Use: Podcast Recorder - Zoom PodTrak P4 Podcast Recorder with 4 XLR Mic Inputs Microphone - Shure MV7+ Podcast Dynamic Microphone with Stand Lighting - LINCO Lincostore Photography Photo Portrait Studio 600W Umbrella Continuous Lighting  Memory - SANDISK 128GB Extreme PRO SDXC UHS-I Memory Card Computer - Dell Inspiron Laptop, 15" FHD IPS Touchscreen Laptop Computer (Not Recommended) Cables - Amazon Basics XLR Male to Female Microphone Cable Podcast Streaming - Podbean.com Editing Software - Adobe Primere Pro 2026 (I edit on my desktop) 👇 Let me know in the comments: What’s YOUR biggest LEGO hot take or collecting regret? 👍 Like the video if you enjoy LEGO discussions and community conversations 🔔 Subscribe for more LEGO reviews, rankings, news, and deep dives every week Music Credit: YouTube Music Library #LEGO #AFOL #LEGOCollecting #LEGOInvesting #LEGONews

    37 min

  8. May 11

    Ep. 179 - BrickLink Voting Changes?! + LEGO Fortnite & LOTR Minas Tirith Hype Train - 5/11/26 - News & Rumors

    And somehow… the LEGO Summer wave news just keeps getting BIGGER In this episode of LEGO News & Rumors, we’ve got major updates across BrickLink Designer Program, LEGO Ideas, Fortnite, The Lord of the Rings, Disney, and more — including some genuinely surprising reveals and release details. First up, voting officially begins for BrickLink Designer Program Series 11, and the voting system is changing in a big way. We’ll break down the new swipe-style voting process, what it means for fan designers, and some standout creations competing to become the next official BrickLink sets. Then we dive into the latest LEGO Ideas review wave, featuring nearly 100 qualifying projects — including builds inspired by the PlayStation 1, My Neighbor Totoro, classic steam trains, vintage cameras, and even Castle Dracula. With 75 additional projects still under review from the previous round, the Ideas pipeline is absolutely packed right now. We’ve also got brand-new details on the upcoming LEGO Lunar New Year set Ancient Moon-Gazing Inn, a beautiful Song Dynasty-inspired build packed with storytelling, minifigures, and display potential. And the reveals keep coming…New LEGO Fortnite sets have officially surfaced, including Tomatohead, Supply Drop, KIT, and the massive Rave Cave rollercoaster build — all with bonus in-game content tied directly into the Fortnite universe. Plus I'm also highlighting some absolute MUST-HAVE June 1st releases, so this episode is packed with reveals, release info, upcoming exclusives, and enough Summer wave news to make your wallet nervous. And at the very end, we celebrate an absolute legend… 🌍 Happy 100th Birthday to David Attenborough — as LEGO unofficially raises the age limit from 4–99 to 4–100. 👇 Let me know in the comments: Which Summer 2026 set are you MOST excited for right now? 👍 Like the video if you enjoy LEGO news and rumors 🔔 Subscribe for more LEGO reviews, rankings, leaks, and deep dives every week Music Credit: YouTube Music Library #LEGO #LEGONews #BrickLinkDesignerProgram #LEGOIdeas #Fortnite #LordOfTheRings

    30 min
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This is a LEGO centric podcast where we review sets, cover the latest Lego news & rumors and just talk all things Lego. If you love Lego, then you are in the right place.

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