ATGLive is your weekly Star Wars talk show where fandom, fun, and collecting collide! Hosted by Pete Fletzer and Nick Mielke, alongside the always insightful Kelsey Puckett and Chris Ryons, each episode takes you on a hyperspace journey through the biggest Star Wars news, hottest fan debates, and the most exciting collectibles in the galaxy. This week, we’re joined by special guest Max Frey from Regal Robot—the legendary studio behind screen-accurate Star Wars prop replicas and fan-favorite collectibles. Max gives us an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at Regal Robot’s latest officially licensed Star Wars and Indiana Jones creations, many revealed for the first time at San Diego Comic-Con 2025. We’ll cover:
- The making of Archive Collection prop-mask replicas
- New Regal Icons bronze busts of Princess Leia & Grand Moff Tarkin
- How Ben Burtt became part of the Walrus Man Signature Edition
- The long-awaited Space Slug prop replicas
- Quirky fan collectibles like Gamorrean towel rings & Indy-inspired desk accessories
Max also shares how his own Star Wars fandom inspires his work, what sets Regal Robot apart in the collectibles world, and what’s next for the studio. Then, in our Around the Galaxy news segment—now turned game show—Kelsey takes on her Inquisitor role, awarding points for the crew’s best takes on the week’s top Star Wars headlines:
- George Lucas surprises fans at SDCC, teasing items for the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art
- Hayden Christensen rumored for a bigger role in Ahsoka Season 2
- Ubisoft blames the Star Wars brand for Outlaws’ sluggish pre-release hype
- New production shake-ups for the Rey Skywalker movie
Whether you’re here for collectibles deep dives, spicy Star Wars news commentary, or just the fun banter between fans, this episode is a must-listen for any galaxy far, far away enthusiast. Follow & Connect:
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