Needless Things

Phantom Troublemaker

Since 2013 Needless Things has been your one-stop hub for toys, movies, music, and all manner of pop culture dorkery. Join your host Dave as he explores any and everything that interests him - from interviewing creators to discussing classic films, it's all on the table here at Needless Things!

  1. 6d ago

    Spider-Man Brand New Day Movie Review with Mike Gordon

    It's a BRAND NEW DAY for Peter Parker. Fighting crime full-time as Spider-Man in a world that doesn’t remember him—and the pressure of seeing his old friends move on without him—sparks a change in Peter he may not have the power to control. But that transformation might also be the only thing that can stop a shocking new threat to the city and those he loves - a powerful villain no one can even see. The world may have forgotten Peter Parker, but he hasn’t forgotten them. Mike Gordon joins Dave to share thoughts about the newest entry into the Marvel Cinematic Universe - Spider-Man Brand New Day! "Procrastibate" by LeSexoflex.com Social Media: Needless Things on Instagram Needless Things on Bluesky

    Spider-Man Brand New Day Movie Review with Mike Gordon

  2. Jul 27

    San Diego Comic Con 2026 Toy News & Highlights

    San Diego Comic Con 2026 Toy News & Highlights Join Dave, Kristian, and Head of Research Ryan Schweck as they run down their favorites from San Diego Comic Con 2026! HUGE thanks to Toynewsi.com and Toyark.com for allowing us to use their fantastic photos from SDCC 2026! Be sure to visit both sites for full galleries! @Pixel-dan MOTU panel video: https://youtu.be/YkYZY5zlWTU?si=LVC3OVVb5So_PsyV ToyArk SDCC coverage: https://www.toyark.com/2026/07/25/sdcc-2026-every-action-figure-and-collectible-link-you-need-in-one-spot-592300 Toy News International SDCC coverage: https://toynewsi.com/index.php The audio version of this episode will be available soon wherever you get your podcasts. ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ For merchandise, go to... https://www.teepublic.com/user/needless-things ________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Social Media: Instagram: @LegionCub, @phantomtroublemaker, @NeedlessThingsChannel, @schweck

    San Diego Comic Con 2026 Toy News & Highlights

  3. Jul 19

    Whiskeyjack Toys Returns

    Darren Howlett of Whiskeyjack Toys returns to the show, along with Chad Smelcer, to discuss the success of Legends of the Hidden Force and the future of Whiskeyjack Toys! Listen in and learn about what it takes to go from a Kickstarter to finished product, how dealing with factories in China can affect decisions and timelines, and how the creative process never truly ands and is so much better with friends! Legends of the Hidden Force online Whiskeyjack Toys on IG "Procrastibate" by LeSexoflex.com Social Media: Needless Things on Instagram Needless Things on Bluesky

    Whiskeyjack Toys Returns

  4. Jul 16

    Evil Dead Burn with Chris Scott from Grindhouse Toys

    Evil Dead Burn unleashes the franchise’s most savage and terrifying ride to date, blazing onto big screens with an all-new chapter of carnage and demonic mayhem. After the loss of her husband, a woman seeks solace with her in-laws in their secluded family home. As one by one they are transformed into Deadites—turning the gathering into a family reunion from hell—she comes to discover that the vows she took in life... live on even in death. Chris Scott from Grindhouse Toys joins Dave to share thoughts about the Evil Dead franchise and the newest entry - Evil Dead Burn! "Procrastibate" by LeSexoflex.com Social Media: Needless Things on Instagram Needless Things on Bluesky

    Evil Dead Burn with Chris Scott from Grindhouse Toys

  5. Jul 12

    Carlos Espinoza - Rise of Nexus Returns

    Carlos Espinoza has relaunched the Kickstarter for his Rise of Nexus tabletop game and line of o-ring action figures and the results have been phenomenal. Fully funded in under five hours, Rise of Nexus promises to deliver an all-new world of action figure fun. Listen in as Carlos talks to Dave about restructuring the original launch, lessons learned, and the history of how all of this came to be! Rise of Nexus Kickstarter Rise of Nexus Instagram "Procrastibate" by LeSexoflex.com Social Media: Needless Things on Instagram Needless Things on Bluesky

    Carlos Espinoza - Rise of Nexus Returns

  6. Jul 5

    Toy Trek II: The Rise of Nacelle Live from Stellar Fest 2026

    Dave, Award-Winning Bobby Nash, Gary Mitchel, and Mike Gordon take a look at the past, present, and future of Nacelle Toys' Star Trek products LIVE from Stellar Fest 2026! "Procrastibate" by LeSexoflex.com Social Media: Needless Things on Instagram Needless Things on Bluesky

    Toy Trek II: The Rise of Nacelle Live from Stellar Fest 2026

  7. Jun 21

    The Empire Strikes Back Panel of Adventure Live from Stellar Fest 2026

    Dave, Beth, and Nicole & Ryan Cadaver had the pleasure of attending Stellar Fest this year! Our first panel from the great convention is - Panel of Adventure: The Empire Strikes Back! "Procrastibate" by LeSexoflex.com Social Media: Needless Things on Instagram Needless Things on Bluesky

    The Empire Strikes Back Panel of Adventure Live from Stellar Fest 2026

  8. Jun 14

    Cape Fear Chronicles: 1962

    Welcome to Cape Fear Chronicles on the Needless Things Podcast! In the coming months we'll be revisiting the various iterations of Cape Fear, as well as some of its impact on pop culture, as well as a full review of the new Apple TV miniseries. In 1962 theatrical audiences were hit with a tour-de-force adaptation of John D. MacDonald's novel The Executioners. Starring Gregory Peck, Polly Bergen, and a diabolical Robert Mitchum, the film presented a human incarnation of the devil known as Max Cady. While the film underperformed, its legacy is undeniable; having spawned two remakes - a film and a miniseries - and numerous pop culture homages and references. Listen in as Dave and Mike Gordon discuss this landmark film and its impact! "Procrastibate" by LeSexoflex.com Social Media: Needless Things on Instagram Needless Things on Bluesky

    Cape Fear Chronicles: 1962
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Since 2013 Needless Things has been your one-stop hub for toys, movies, music, and all manner of pop culture dorkery. Join your host Dave as he explores any and everything that interests him - from interviewing creators to discussing classic films, it's all on the table here at Needless Things!

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  • Creator
    Phantom Troublemaker
  • Years Active
    2013 - 2026
  • Episodes
    519
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2013 Phantom Troublemaker. All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
    Needless Things

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