We've been threatening to do this for weeks now, and it's finally time - the Joburg boys are going to discuss what we'd love to see from a GI Joe animated show. Also we're going to go over issue 1 of the Scarlett miniseries from Skybound publishing. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/j…

The greenest green army man the line ever produced, there's a surprising amount to talk about when it comes to 1988's premier infantryman, HIT & RUN! Check out General's Joes for some extra Hit & Run stories: https://generalsjoesreborn.com/dioramas/liberation.html Hit & Run on 3DJoes: https://www.3djoes.com/hit--run.html Hit & Run on Blood For The …

Who knew this comic would be the runaway hit of the Energon Universe? In spite of its strong ties with Cobra-La... or perhaps BECAUSE of them?! Regardless, this is the refresh on our beloved brand we didn't know we wanted until it was served like a steaming spore pod. Rob, Paul and Steve are going to get into it all on this episode. If you want to …

Is the 1986 B.A.T.S the greatest figure of all time!? Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We have an official Patreon page! Go to https://www.patreon.com/GIJOBURG?fan_landing=true Want some of t…

What's the most destructive fate you've ever meted out on your toys? Even the most OCD of us surely tucked firecrackers into a Joe's waist at some stage. Curiosity killed the action figure! We also will be taking an in-depth look at GI Joe ARAH issue number 306 from Skybound. And what the hey? A few more of Steve's favourite Joe photos. Don't forge…

THIS VEHICLE IS AWESOME. And anyone who disagrees is gonna get their tires slashed. In episode 326 we're talking 1986's stand-out custom ride, the DREADNOK THUNDER MACHINE! Massive thanks to Dreadnok Ryan and "Iron Monger" Gary V for making this episode possible! Check out Ryan's channel here https://www.youtube.com/@theislandofmisfittoycollectors …

Rob, Paul and Steve chat to Mark Van Leeuwen, GI Joe dio story and playmotion creator. Mark's been producing hardcover copies of his stories and sharing them with the lucky GI Joburg gang for a couple of years now; but for the first time ever YOU can get your very own copy! Check out the offer here: https://www.facebook.com/mark.vanleeuwen.16121/ W…

Rob, Paul and Steve show some love for the purplest helicopter of the entire series - 1987's COBRA MAMBA! Check out the awesome commercial here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5OQEW8-XPT0 Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at a…

Rob, Paul and Steve chat about the legendary Hooded Cobra Commander 788 retiring from active duty after more than ten years of sterling service; And Cobra Commander issue 4 from Skybound comes under the spotlight. We've played the demo copy of the Wrath of Cobra videogame and will discuss our first impressions! Be sure to check out Cliff McCarthy's…

Our toy focus this week is Dusty! Why Dusty? Tune in; find out! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We have an official Patreon page! Go to https://www.patreon.com/GIJOBURG?fan_landing=true Want…

Cujo joins the squad this week with some sad tidings: the passing of two Joe artists - Mark Bright and Ed Piskor. We'll take a look at the penultimate issue of Duke from Skybound; And discuss the surprise reveal of the Ghostbuster o-ring figures from Hasbro. Plus our Joe Photography showcase segment is growing with some listener submissions this we…

Sword Uzi Blowgun Tri-Sectional Staff IT'S 1989 SNAKE EYES! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We have an official Patreon page! Go to https://www.patreon.com/GIJOBURG?fan_landing=true Want som…

New comics again! You read 'em? Lets discuss! GI Joburg is comin' atcha! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We have an official Patreon page! Go to https://www.patreon.com/GIJOBURG?fan_landing=…

I HAVE THE NEED... THE NEED FOR SPEED! Get ready to hear some landing gear go CLACK... We're discussing GI Joe's legend of the skies - The Skystriker! Rob, Paul and Steve are going in depth on not one, not two, but three key versions: The 1983 original; 2011 30th Anniversary; and 2023 HasLab So get ready to light the fires and kick the tires! TURN …

One new book; one new film... plus much, much more! Everybody's got new toys, we've all seen Dune Part 2 (and are dying to talk about it!), and we're going to kick off a new segment on GI Joburg toy photography. Check out our featured Joe Photography on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/p/C4WIoyRy6YN/?img_index=1 Join this channel to get ac…

For this week's vehicle spotlight we're going LIVE to chat about everything there is worth knowing about a gem from 1990, the Locust attack helicopter! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We hav…

Rob, Paul and Steve join special guest Ben to chat about the freshest GI Joe comic releases! For more from BenFlyingRetro, check out theplayfulden.substack.com , or search him on Instagram! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at …

Christmas comes early (late?!) to GI Joburg as all three of us have been sent a box of prezzies each courtesy of our pal MC'DJ'AC/DC! We're going to tuck in and show our new toys to each other (and you!), and then get stuck into a review of two fascinating cartoon episodes: "The Phantom Brigade" and "Brothers Of Light". You can watch these on YouTu…

This episode we look at a legend of the latter-era, 1988's WARTHOG AIFV! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We have an official Patreon page! Go to https://www.patreon.com/GIJOBURG?fan_landing=…

An embarrassment of riches! We've got loads of comics to talk about with Duke issue 2 and ARAH issue 303! Plus plenty of new Classified releases to discuss like Jinx, Gnawgahyde and Night Creeper! To check out the latest Playmotion creation by our buddy Mark, hit this link! https://youtu.be/kABKTxwCqo0?si=_Gox0xlKdBq_ro_d Join this channel to get a…

Paul, Rob and Steve discuss the Cobra Flight Pod! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We have an official Patreon page! Go to https://www.patreon.com/GIJOBURG?fan_landing=true Want some of the m…

We have two First Issues to discuss in out 310th outing; one earth-shattering, ground-breaking and fandom-dividing: and the other is also a comic book... It's "Cobra Commander" #1 and "Duke" #1 from Skybound! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We…

Paul, Steve and Rob share their thoughts on this absolute BEAST of an aircraft. And in three different flavours, no less! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We have an official Patreon page! Go…

Rob, Paul and Steve run down their favourite toys of 2023 and take a look at issue 302 of A Real American Hero from Skybound! Maybe a little bit of Duke #1 too... Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail…

We're weekly! Happy New Year from GI Joburg! In this episode we say all there is to say about the craziest armored fighting vehicle to still rock a green scheme, the HAVOC. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafrican…

It's the Christmas Special! We recount our most festive GI Joe memories and get into some snowbound maneuvers with a discussion of issue 11 of the Marvel Comic: "The Pipeline Ploy" and episode 39 of the cartoon series: "Cobra Claws Are Coming To Town"! You can check out the cartoon episode here: https://youtu.be/BpjaenoZ4pA?si=k7YHGwjGzUAPKS5L Chec…

Introducing the world's leading covert squad of uniquely, talented, super-professional secret specialists... 1980 FORCE! But just who are they? There's only one way to find out. BUY THEM! ...or listen to this interview with the creators of 1980 Force: Ozzie and Wordburglar! 1980 Force music video https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=d_fwdWSojNg Wordburg…

Today on GI Joburg, a landmark cartoon two-parter comes under discussion. THE SYNTHOID CONSPIRACY Watch the full version free on YouTube https://youtu.be/2z5dU2mm4Lo?si=0jZnl30zRBjqOP1f Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at area…

Paul and Steve fire off their early opinions about the latest announcement on the future of O-Ring GI Joe figures now being produced by Super 7! See the interview with Brian Flynn of Super 7 on Pixel Dan's channel here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JS7fuMzLu3o Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4…

In 304 we have an agenda so packed, we needed help! So we've called upon our US correspondent and pal, the enigmatic Cujo to talk about the recent GI Joe art explosion they call "Joevember". In addition to that, we're looking at the classic cartoon episode "Haul Down The Heaven"; the even more classic issue 34 "Shakedown"; and its modern era contin…

HEYO! It's time for another round of GI Joe banter from South Africa's elite team of podcasters! Paul and Steve get stuck into what is currently rocking their Joe world including, but not limited to reviewing: Issue 10 "A Nice Little Town Like Ours"; and Homecoming from GI Joe: Renegades. You can watch the full toon and get into the Xmas spirit for…

Paul and Steve are back to finish our grab-bag of listener questions. What are our opinions on the Night Boomer and Sky Raven? What were the best and worst toys from the Spy Troops/Valor Versus Venom era? Plus we're finally getting back to some classic cartoon reviews! The Greenhouse Effect from the Sunbow series https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q1Q…

THE COBRA MOTHERSHIP Join Paul, Rob and Steve as they break down their opinions on the most gargantuan Cobra vehicle of all time. Will it fund? Will it be awesome? Will it crash and burn harder than it does in the opening credits?! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something …

We have reached our 300th podcast episode! We're going to mark this milestone with some excellent talking points suggested by listeners including our fantasy 1980s Joe movie casting; our favourite comic book for adaptation into a big budget movie... there are even some non-movie questions also! Plus we bring back an old fave of a segment: Death Bat…

We're back to talk about the hot-button topic : REPRODUCTIONS. Whether they're label sheets, hard-to-find accessory pieces, or straight up bootleg versions of classic toys, repro's are here to stay. Find out what the GI Joburg lads have to say about them on this episode. And in our ever-onward re-read of the classic ARAH comics, we are covering iss…

It's "Twenty Questions" With Hector Ramirez! Featuring special guest MC'DJ'AC/DC and backup Renegades episode "Fire Fight"! "Twenty Questions" on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UvOnd2HCF7E "Fire Fight" on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CFU_WW2mcic Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhyk…

Welcome to Denver, Colorado 2023 - join me at Denver Fan Expo while I chat with choice creatives around various topics including G.I. JOE and of course I brought some fresh synthwave tunes too - one last thing all voices on the record are considered high profile by Cobra Command... Brian Cummings AKA Dr. Mindbender / Hotel Pools https://hotelpoolsm…

We are back to talk comic books as we read both from the beginning and the end of the ARAH series. Will we meet in the middle somewhere? Or will this concept lose steam before then?! Not when issues like this are up for review because we've got two stone-cold classics! Under consideration is issue 8 "Codename: Sea-Strike!" and issue 286 "Spotlight:…

BIG NEWS: The GI Joburg podcast is now a public livestream! Which means that from here on out, we will be recording the show fortnightly and everybody is invited to hang out either on YouTube or Facebook and join the chat! To kick things off on this inaugural stream, join Rob, Paul and Steve as they discuss their favourite toy reveals from San Dieg…

Hunker down into your Zodiac and prepare to evade Morays and Mambas as Rob and Steve discuss a gamut of comics both fairly recent and very, very old. Up for discussion is issue 5 "Tanks For The Memories" from Marvel Comics, and issues 287, 288 and 289 from IDW. Cobra Convergence info and contributors' list: https://www.hcc788.com Cobra A.S.P.I.D cu…

Paul, Rob and Steve discuss GI Joburg's latest playmotion episode: BUGG HUNT. We also break down our opinions on the latest Transformers X GI Joe reveal: Soundwave/Thunder Machine. And we review classic cartoon episode "Cobra's Creatures" and Renegades episode "Busted". BUGG Hunt: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h9QOO6Az3L8&t=19s Cobra's Creatures:…

What do you know, we have the first and last appearance of the Russian equivalent of the GI Joe team: THE OKTOBER GUARD up for review in our 293rd outing! Issues 6 and 7 of the Marvel run and issue 290 of the IDW run to be specific! YO JOESKI! Plus the usual topical shizz like the Dragonfly HasLab and JoeFest 2023! Join this channel to get access t…

HasLab Classified Dragonfly? Gotta be, right?! Plus Arashikage madness from the Renegades cartoon! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CCcd54dH1BQ and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Z7MadcRL7k Oh, and Steve got a Terrordrome. Whoop. Whoop. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got some…

Issue #4 of the comic book. Discussed at length. 'nuff said! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0W3wPhykE4Z6NDF5WgdGew/join Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached at arealsouthafricanhero@gmail.com We have an official Patreon page! Go to https://www.patreon.com/GIJOBURG?fan_landing=true Want so…

What a pickle! After the triumphant declaration that "O-Ring GI Joe is back!" in October 2021, we've gone almost 12 months without a new O-Ring release announcement. IS THE INITIATIVE DEAD? Plus we are discussing issues 291-295 of the ARAH comic series, along with: Jungle Trap from the ARAH cartoon series https://youtu.be/O-sWDE0jiGg and The Packag…

This is an INCREDIBLY difficult task. Whew. Don't believe us? Okay, you try it. Take every series of the classic ARAH run of figures. Pick one from each. ONLY ONE. Who's it gonna be? And out of the final 13, who reigns supreme as the King of the Hill?! We're going to attempt it in 289. Return of the Gamesmaster: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tZNF…

GI Joburg sits down to chat to the latest name in GI Joe Playmotion filmmaking: MIKE THE HUNTER! Plus we launch an attack on episode 4 of Renegades "Dreadnoks Rising" and "Cobra Stops The World" from the classic Sunbow series. Mike The Hunter 203 on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@mikethehunter203 GI Joe Classified - The Movie https://www.youtube…

Rob, Paul and Steve throw some focus on the excellent latest O-ring figure initiative on Kickstarter, Legends Of The Hidden Force! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1754423583/legends-of-the-hidden-force/posts/3774010 We also discuss the 5 part IDW comic mini-series "All In", collecting issues 296-300, and review two episodes of the GI Joe carto…

Rob, Paul and Steve chat about "The Descent Part 2" from Renegades, "Red Rocket's Glare" from Sunbow, issue 3 "The Trojan Gambit" from Marvel and LASERS! LASERS!!! You can watch the toons for free on YouTube! Descent Part 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lMYzb7Kcfh8 Red Rocket's Glare https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mj-bcS4WC2s Got something to sa…

The boys reminisce about their favourite 1990's Playmates toy memories and why they either did... or DID NOT collect them. Plus Glenn Peek and his sons released a playmotion on our channel this weekend and we get into it! Coils of Cobra Part IV: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=API1ACIXnMQ&t=25s Got something to say to GI Joburg? We can be reached a…