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We’re back! For real this time! Travis, Chris, and Cory talk about what they have been up to for the last 12 months and talk about what is going on around the scene!

The crew sits down with artist Zara Apuya to discuss his work and upcoming solo show at Strange Cat Toys!

Join the URC crew as they sit down with Chicago Based Artist Blake Jones to talk about his art career and future plans for his work!

Travis, Chris and Cory Make their return to talk about what they have been up to the past couple of years and to talk about the return of UrbanRobotCat!

In this episode the crew talk with Queens based artist Turtlecaps! They walk through his history growing up in graffiti, working in the magazine world, owning a toy store, and going full time artist. They also talk about many of the legends that Turtlecaps was able to collaborate with in his early days of graffiti. They dive into the development of…

In this episode the crew sit down with legendary San Francisco artist and Kidrobot Chief Creative Officer Frank Kozik. They talk about his long career dating back to his time creating event posters, owning a record label, discovering designer toys and taking the helm at Kidrobot. They talk about the current state of Kidrobot, the direction, licenes…

In this episode the crew catch up and talk about the current start of the art world after 12 months of COVID. They talk about shows canceled in 2021, new shows happening, live music, art shows and more. They also talk a bit about the changes in collecting from physical to digital and the rise from the ashes that trading cards are currently experien…

In this episode the crew sit down to chat with toy customizer legend Nerviswr3k! Creating original custom toys since 2006 Nervis has a unique style & is known for his large toothed, biotech monsters. They talk about how he joined the customizer community, started sculpting, his first production toy, the Phoenix art scene and so much more! IG: @Nerv…

In this episode the crew try to navigate the world of Non-Fungible Tokens (NFTs) and their recent impact on the art world. They go over some of the basics, how they work, how artists are using them, and where to buy. They also ask the audience to chime in with their thoughts on this new form of art. Would you purchase an NFT? IG: @UrbanRobotCat Hav…

In this episode the crew sit down with KozOne of Silver Tuna Studio! They talk about his mission to document street art and the artist who make up the scene. They also talk about his history in TV, movie production, skating and so much more! IG: @SilverTunaStudios Website: https://silvertunastudios.com IG: @UrbanRobotCat Have a comment or question?…

In this episode the crew sit down with sticker scene artist Cheer Up! They talk about getting into the sticker scene, making zines, documenting temporary art, playing in bands, and so much more! IG: cheerupoffical Website: https://www.cheerupofficial.com IG: @UrbanRobotCat Have a comment or question? Email UrbanRobotCat@gmail.com Would rather call …

In this episode the crew sit down with Greece based art duo Fluff Riot! They go over a bit of their history, what drew them to designer toys, developing and releasing their first vinyl figure, living overseas, traveling, food, and customer service war stories! IG: @FluffRiot www.FluffRiot.com IG: @UrbanRobotCat Have a comment or question? Email Urb…

In this episode the crew catch up on new projects and what has been happening the last week. They also talk some 90s nostalgia with talking about Starter jackets, new products and artists they have been discovering of late, Chris talks about customizing toys, and throws everyone for a curve ball with a little bit of sports talk? IG: @UrbanRobotCat …

Join the crew as they talk about 1 full year of podcasting! They talk a bit about what they learned, what they got out of it, and what they think they could do to make the show better in season 2. They ask ask you, the listeners, what you would like to see in the future. They talk Borat and PopShop Live as well! IG: @UrbanRobotCat Have a comment or…

This is the episode you have been waiting 47 episodes to hear! We finally turn the spotlight on our co-host CHrisRWK to talk about the history of Robots Will Kill! We discuss his early days of creating artwork, creating the Website RobotsWillKill and what impact that had on a generation of artists, We talk about the development of the name, charact…

In this episode the crew are joined by Robert of Danger Bot Kill Co! in the episode they get technical on different shirt printing types and styles. They speak a bit about what it is like explaining the scene and your role in it. They also talk about the art of graphic design, finding a job, student loans, and so much more. IG: @DangerBotKillCo Web…

In this episode the crew are joined by toy customizer Klav! They talk about his art career, Sci-Fi model making, his transition to designer toys, upcoming production toys and so much more. He also gives a bunch of tips and tricks to artists looking to get started in the customizing world! IG: @Klav9 @moyogallery website: https://themoyogallery.com …

In this episode the crew are joined by Thailand based artist Mumbot! They learn about her early start creating art in Las Vegas, going to college in New York, discovering designer toys, sculpting her first design, creating her first sofubi, working with Strange Cat Toys, releasing plush with Hot Topic, and so much more! They also discuss the affect…

In this episode the crew sit down with street artist City Kitty to talk about his amazing original art. They talk about his early start in bands/poster art, his hand painted wheat pastes, stickers, traveling, collaborations and so much more! IG: CityKittyStreet website: www.CityKittyStreet.comIG: @UrbanRobotCatHave a comment or question? Email Urba…

In this episode the crew are joined by designer toy blogger and designer John "Spanky" Stokes! They take some time to learn about what drive John to start his blog 13 years ago, developing his signature mascot, working with artist's, and the character becoming a toy. They also discuss the launch of the D.I.Y Blank version of his character coming th…

This episode the crew catch up after Chris' vacation and talk a bit about new toy releases from Strange Cat Toys and UVD Toys. They are also joined by the legend James "Dalek" Marshall! In their interview with him they discuss his early years and introduction to art, graffiti, and his early influences. They learn the origins of his most iconic char…

Chris is on vacation again but, never fear, Vincent Scala is here to fill in and give us his opinion on a wide variety of designer toy subjects! We talk about platform toys, customizing, and original character's vs pop culture. We also dive into the idea of Pre-orders, and what happens when they stretch on past the delivery date. The crew also look…

In this episode the crew are joined by Long Beach base artist Goop Massta! They get into a lot of discussions including the creation of his signature character, creating across multiple mediums, challenges in trying new styles, transforming a foam block to a sculpture, moving from Florida to California, and much more! They also spend some time talk…

In this episode the crew fly solo and talk about what they have been up to over the past few weeks. They also dive in the topic of some recent Kidrobot controversy, Comic Con at home, and spend some time talking about Star Wars!IG: @UrbanRobotCatHave a comment or question? Email UrbanRobotCat@gmail.comWould rather call in and hear yourself on the e…

An episode like none other! This week the crew is joined by two california based artists. Skinner and Scott Tolleson join the crew to talk about Basketball, making movies, cartoons, toy making, conspiracies, and an idea bankrupted Hollywood. Note. The Audio is a little off in this episode, apologize in advance. IG: @TheArtofSkinner @MrScottTolleson…

In this episode Chris makes his return and tells about what he was up to while he was away, they are also joined by Oakland based artist Nite Owl. In the episode we learn about his history as an artist, going to college and finding what you love, what he has been up to during COVID, the importance of taking great photos. we also talk about his favo…

The crew is down one co-host but are joined by former guest Vincent Scala to catch up since he was last on. They talk about his solo show, new figure, Covid, and backlash to his designs. They also spend a good time talking about shows to stream and what make them great! We also learn about Cory's time working with Big Cat Rescue? IG: @VincentScala …

In this episode the crew sits down with the artist couple duo of Ghost Fox Toys. The El Paso based team talks about how they discovered designer toys, working and setting up at conventions, being in bands, curating events, working on art as a couple, using art as a soul income, and being a sandwich artists? All this and more in this more in the 35t…

In this episode the crew is joined by artist Playful Gorilla to talk about his journey as a kid from Philadelphia to becoming an artist! He gives us an in-depth look at his life experiance as a 3D animator, freelancer, dog toy designer, toy designer, fan art creator, you name......has tried it! He also talks about living on the Convention circuit a…

In this episode the crew sits down with the co-founder of Rotofugi Kirby Kerr. The Chicago based store opened it's doors in 2004 and has been a leader in the designer toy retail business ever since. The crew talks the history of the store, toys of yesteryear, what it is like owning a brick 'n motor store during a global pandemic, and so much more! …

In this episode Chris, Travis, and Cory are joined by Queens native and California transplant KaNO to talk about his career in animation, art, and designer toys. They go over what it was like coming up in the world of animation during a time of great change for th industry. They also talk about what it is like to have a distinct art style and a sep…

In this episode the crew sits down with Detroit (Ann Arbor) based artist Chris Dokebi to talk about his recent release "Puck" produced by Strange Cat Toys. The crew discuss his early upbringing, the effects of moving around a lot on his art, developing 3D renders and what it is like to see them come to life in 3D! They also talk about sites to see …

In this episode the crew talk about recent art shows and conventions that have go the virtual route! They give their thoughts and opinions on their good points and bad points. They also talk about events that work virtually and ones that don't. During the episode they also dive into platform toys, DIY toys, what works, what doesn't, and where they …

In this episode the team sits down with graphic design legend, toy artist and all around good guy Bill Mc Mullen (Billions McMillions) to talk about his time working at Def Jam records in the late 90's. They get some behind the scenes info on the making of the Beastie Boys album cover for Hello Nasty, his departure from Def Jam and Move to Swish NY…

In the 28th episode the crew sits down with Tim Kowalczyk of Tim's Ceramics and dive into his world of trompe style ceramics. The artist know for creating hyper realistic work that he refers to a garbage breaks down his process to give us an in-depth look at what it take to bring these amazing projects to life. They have a long talk about shrined,a…

In this episode the crew is joined by Columbus based artist Brian Ewing! He goes through his history working at the offices of Hustler, transitioning to the world of rock poster art, learning to tattoo, cost of living, making toys, and so much more! IG: @BrianEwing Website: www.BrianEwing.com IG: @UrbanRobotCat Sponsored By: No Love City: www.nolov…

In this episode the crew is joined by Rob Lumino of For The Masses Podcast fame and former owner of SubUrban Vinyl. They talk about collecting, running a podcast, owning a store, hustling, discovering new artists, and how life can change your direction from one lane to another! IG: @SubUrbanVinyl IG: @UrbanRobotCat Sponsored By: No Love City: www.n…

In this episode the crew sits down with New York (Currently Florida) based artist Belowkey! They talk about his art career, famous tags, casting resin a toy vs sculpture, and of course.....Aliens. Make sure to check this episode out! IG: @Belowkey Website: www.Belowkey.com IG: @UrbanRobotCat Sponsored By: No Love City: www.nolovecity.com Use code U…

In this episode Travis, Chris, and Cory chat with street art and toy design legend Scribe. He talks about his early inspirations in the Boston area, his move to Kansas City, going to school for Illustration, finding his place in graffiti, transitioning to toys, writing children's books and so much more!IG: @ScribesWalk Website: www.Scribeswalk.comI…

In this episode the crew sits down with Hawaii based artist 7Sketches! In recent years this artist has been on the rise, traveling the country and taking his art to new levels. We talk to him about what it is like to paint as Apart of PowWow Hawaii, recent large scale murals, upcoming designer toys, working with 7Eleven & Hawaiian Air, Hip-Hop, NYC…

In this episode the crew is joined by illustrator and toy designer Josh Divine! He talks about his run away success of the Astor Crash produced with Strange Cat Toys, his daily comic strip Ducktown, and dream vs reality in the comic/Illustration world. He also worked in the creative department of designer toy company Kidrobot for many years. The cr…

In this episode the crew is joined by Philadelphia sticker scene legend UnderWaterPirates! In this episode they discuss his rise from a skateboarder to sticker scene artist, the history of stickers in Philadelphia, what that scene meant to sticker art, the transition of putting art in the streets to galleries, keeping busy in the time of Corona vir…

In this episode the crew is joined by Josh from No Love City to talk about Dealing with creativity and drive during COVID-19 Quarantine, Cory's past with the Tiger King, Toys we wished we had, they talk about their buying habits, street wear and more! IG:@NoLoveCity WWW.NoLoveCity.com IG: @UrbanRobotCat Question or Comment? Email: UrbanRobotCat@gma…

In this episode Travis and Chris are joined by Chicago based artist Murrz! During this episode they talk about her rise in the art scene, her move from Brooklyn to Chicago, the Chicago art scene, and the effects of COVID 19 on artists and galleries. IG @_Murrz Site: https://murrz.art Store: https://murrz.bigcartel.com IG: @UrbanRobotCat Question or…

In this week's installment the crew sits down with Rios Palante of Rios Toy Designs. They talk about his world of original characters called Fu-Stamps! They talk about developing his world, inspiration and the production of resin figure, comics, and much more. They also talk a little 80's cartoon, Marvel, Todd McFarlane, DC movies and other random …

In this episode the crew sits down with photographer, gallery owner, and former resin toy artist Mauricio Murillo (aka Crummy Gummy) to talk about his career, wrestling, abandoned amusement parks, and Florida. In this episode they talk about his photography series called "Salad Days", his work running Redefine Gallery, creating resin gummy bear ins…

In this episode the crew is joined by illustrator Vincent Scala! They talk about his career in the animation industry, including his own original short Dia De Los Tacos! They also talk about his experience with toy production, Kickstarter, and his upcoming solo show at Clutter Gallery. They even take a dive into the recent Toy Fair International re…

In this episode the crew are joined by Brooklyn based artist Zero Productivity. They talk about the origins of his famous character PJ The Pigeon, graphic design, the change in New York, the effect of social media, design march, being apart of the sticker movement, creating murals, and the connection between Hey Arnold and Green Achers?Instagram: @…

In this episode the crew meet with Artist Bleeding Edges (AKA Jeff) who currently is running a Kickstarter for a new vinyl figure called Dr. Plagiun! We also talk about the history of Bearrito, we talk the pin scene and his work with BxE Buttons, go over music and his new project NedListensTo, apartment shopping with Welcome Back Kotter, the return…