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Pop Insider Artist of the Decade (2020’s), Twitter poll:

Taylor Swift ( 48,308 )

Billie Eilish ( 41,753 )

Louis Tomlinson ( 38,085 )

Sabrina Carpenter ( 37,015 )

Dua Lipa ( 35, 402 )

Jungkook ( 32,825 )

Olivia Rodrigo ( 31,015 )

Harry Styles ( 30,040 )

Doja Cat ( 28,559 )

Lisa ( 28,058 )

Lana del Rey ( 27,903 )

Jimin ( 26,775 )

Ariana Grande ( 24,701 )

Shakira ( 24,085 )

Lady Gaga ( 23,753 )

Miley Cyrus ( 23,007 )

The Weeknd ( 21,409 )

Beyoncé ( 20,881 )

Zayn Malik ( 20,389 )

Anitta ( 19,462 )

Justin Bieber ( 17,989 )

Adele ( 17,332 )

Katy Perry ( 16,409 )

Selena Gomez ( 16,031 )

SZA ( 15,078 )

[skeletonpete]

Surrealistic Pillow: Lego's DreamZzz Series & Sets

The Nightmare Shark Ship is just one of the Lego kits based on the DreamZzz Series. Dalí Swagger… The Lego Company’s booth at the 2023 New York Toy Fair offered buyers and reporters a view of the breadth of the company’s original and licensed product lines. From Star Wars to Harry Potter, Ninjago to DC and Marvel Comicbook characters, each skew was featured in its own display case. Lego has…

[barbielore]

Every time I do one of these I straight-up forget what tag I decided on for these posts...

Now we're into December I thought I would do another new release round-up post! These posts are just to talk about any of the recent Barbie Signature collector doll releases I feel I have an opinion on - even if that opinion is just "I think this looks cool".

Also sometimes I discuss the releases in a weird order, because I will sometimes just get tunnel visioned on a certain doll and then not include another that is deserving of discussion.

Anyway.

There are two recent celebrity likeness dolls released: one in the Inspiring Women series and the other in the Tribute Collection. The difference between these two series is relatively subtle: in Mattel's words, the Tribute Collection honours "visionaries whose incredible contributions have helped shape and impact culture", while the Inspiring Women line celebrates "trailblazing women throughout history".

The Inspiring Women newest release is Maria Tallchief, both America's first prima ballerina and, as an Osage woman, the first Native American prima ballerina. Her outfit, as pictured above, was based on her debut in The Firebird.

The Tribute Collection doll celebrates Rita Moreno, EGOT winner and, of course, Anita from the 1961 West Side Story film and Valentina from the 2021 West Side Story.

The only designer credited on Mattel's website is Javi Meabe, but according to some sources, like this PopInsider article, Moreno herself had a key role in the design. Moreno shared the doll on Instagram with a very appreciative caption.

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Besides these two celebrity dolls, the other big news from the Barbie Signature line is the release of the collectible MyScene dolls.

Specifically Chelsea, Barbie and Madison.

For some reason, I've never done a post about MyScene. I think because the line totally missed me when it first came out and I never had any kind of investment in it.

[kenpiercemedia]

Excited to again explore a #virtual expo care of the #toyinsider #popinsider as their annual #holidayofplay goes online as #holidayofplayathome - I'll be posting over on @piercingken and stoked to see brands like @playmatestoys @wowwee @funkogames @lego @superimpulse @crayola @bendyfigs @jazwares and @gameofkittens - #staytuned #medialife w #piercingmetal #kenpiercemedia (at Cyberspace) https://www.instagram.com/p/CGqOWLJJRod/?igshid=1g32kczictw8r

[weburlesque]

#weburlesquepodcast . A Whole New World w/ #PrincessChris @princesschriscosplay is a man frequently seen about at conventions dressed in #Disney-inspired duds. He is the new host of "#PrincessChrisTeaParty," now on #PopInsider. ...topics: averted #burlesque, garment retailoring, archiving and storage, filtering, #genderbending, Rain Blue, Jodi Benson and Paige O'Hara, throw some stones on it, judging #cosplay, filming, accents and ennunciation, #princess parties, Britney Spears, the Cats movie ...shout-outs and acknowledgments: Jimmy Sherfy, @amberarden, @therichardarthur, Hedda Lettuce, @biblegirl666 ...recorded: December 26th, 2019 / relased on January 6, 2020 ...keep in touch: IG: @princesschriscosplay ... #podcast #gay #queer #whiteelephantburlesque #weburlesque #nyc #cosplayer https://www.instagram.com/p/B6_8YfHHISB/?igshid=qsfi1emrrc6f

[saturdayam]

POPINSIDER NAMES SATURDAY AM BEST GEEK GIFT of 2020

THE POP INSIDER AWARDS SATURDAY AM’s NEW PRINT MAGAZINE!

Saturday AM is doing it again and embarking on our most unique adventure yet! After over 150 issues, dozens of artists, thousands of fans, and two spin-off digital magazines (ALL of which can be enjoyed within our brand-new APP) - Saturday AM is taking our DIVERSE MANGA REVOLUTION to even newer heights.

Introducing SUPER SATURDAY, our 1st print magazine devoted to not just global comics but the geek culture that helps to define it.

That’s right, we’re bringing ALL of our artists, characters, and staff from Saturday AM, Saturday PM, and Saturday BRUNCH manga anthologies to this new type of magazine! But, that’s not all, because YOU’RE INVITED TOO! From the best FANART illustrations of our characters to the appearance of many of the web’s most promising original webcomic characters, SUPER SATURDAY is a unique experience for all of our fans!

As this has been one of our most requested products ever, we have tried to put together a winning set of EXCLUSIVE CONTENT that can ONLY be found in SUPER SATURDAY’s very 1st issue.

They Include:

*SATURDAY WARS - That’s right, the WAR is finally here! Our long-awaited CROSSOVER event (the 1st manga-inspired event ala Marvel’s The AVENGERS INFINITY WAR or DC Comic’s CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS) kicks off in this issue with the mysterious COSMIC DEITY, REINA, assembling the heroes of Saturday AM to save ALL REALITIES! Can they stop the mad conqueror, CHILLIAN VEYN, or will they tear apart their own alliance when personalities conflict? Illustrated by Rashad Millhouse (from Saturday PM’s OUTLAND) and a HOST of our top artists.

*DJ STEVE AOKI- We interview the world renowned DJ about his music career, love of anime, and next big projects!

*Saturday AM presents HOW TO DRAW DIVERSE MANGA - Finally, a tutorial that EVERYONE can use! Whyt Manga, JeyOdin, and JR De Bard come together to offer a unique lesson on creating diverse manga-style characters that are respectful and unique.

*KAREN BERGER - We interview the legendary Editor from DC Comics’ famed VERTIGO line who helped bring some of the BIGGEST NAMES (i.e. Alan Moore of WATCHMEN, Neil Gaiman of SANDMAN - just to name a few) in comic book history to the mainstream.

*CODENAME: VILLAIN - A brand new, never before seen, SHORT STORY from one of our hottest series!

*FANART FRIDAY- We put some of our most talented FANS on blast!

*COLOR CHALLENGE by Spectrum Noir - We’re giving away some prize — what do you have to do? Take the COLOR CHALLENGE by Spectrum Noir only in this issue!

And more!

As you can see, SUPER SATURDAY is MORE THAN A MANGA MAGAZINE. It’s a celebration of the new GEEK CULTURE that is equally about fans as much as it is about artists. We’re not going to lie — we were NERVOUS! Producing an entire magazine in printed format is a new arena for the men and women of Saturday AM and in a time of COVID-19 where uncertainty abounds, this seemed like a lot more trouble than it was worth.

We knew our fans would support us as they’ve been doing for the past seven years but then we got some unexpected news! POP INSIDER, the arbiters of GEEK COOL - said, that WE WERE COOL!!! They listed us in their 2020 GIFT GUIDE and that means that retailers, companies, and more importantly, families have been made aware of our new magazine!

We have worked even harder to ensure this 1st magazine lives up to our goals of capturing ALL THINGS SATURDAY.

SUPER SATURDAY #1 will release in DECEMBER 2020 and PRE-ORDERS are now open!

Quantities will be limited so LOCK IN YOUR COPY NOW!

[outlaw2lk]

Join me & other talented cosplayers with Cosplayers Getting Coffee at Katsucon! Be a part of a live taping of the YouTube series Cosplayers Getting Coffee, part of the Pop Insider network. This interactive experience will give attendees the chance to be a part of the show and ask some of your favorite cosplayers questions, play games, and win free merch! - 📸- @rrimages2 - - #paladinsofcosplay #outlaw2lk #evafoam #cosplay #cosplayprogress #cosplayersofinstagram #plastidip #rustoleum #cosplayersgettingcoffee #katsucon #katsucon2020 #voltron #voltronlegendarydefender #samuraivoltron #youtube #popinsider https://www.instagram.com/p/B8KuQn-DsPA/?igshid=g0i08dc9br52

[viktordevonne]

#weburlesquepodcast . A Whole New World w/ #PrincessChris @princesschriscosplay is a man frequently seen about at conventions dressed in #Disney-inspired duds. He is the new host of "#PrincessChrisTeaParty," now on #PopInsider. ...topics: averted #burlesque, garment retailoring, archiving and storage, filtering, #genderbending, Rain Blue, Jodi Benson and Paige O'Hara, throw some stones on it, judging #cosplay, filming, accents and ennunciation, #princess parties, Britney Spears, the Cats movie ...shout-outs and acknowledgments: Jimmy Sherfy, @amberarden, @therichardarthur, Hedda Lettuce, @biblegirl666 ...recorded: December 26th, 2019 / relased on January 6, 2020 ...keep in touch: IG: @princesschriscosplay ... #podcast #gay #queer #whiteelephantburlesque #weburlesque #nyc #cosplayer https://www.instagram.com/p/B7B8mm6HCpP/?igshid=1nhpkbyp8025s

[bigfrozenfan]

Official picture from Walt Disney Animation Studios, found at PopInsider within an article about the soundtrack: here.

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[wowunlimited]

WOW! Unlimted’s Frederator Studios’ production of the “Costume Quest” series –based on the video game from Double Fine Productions and the world created by Tasha Sounart– is debuting tomorrow, March 8, on Amazon Prime Kids.

The press is already excited, which makes us excited!

Variety: ‘Costume Quest’: From Halloween Game to Amazon Prime Show

Kidscreen: How Amazon is adapting a game for its newest kids show

Collider: Exclusive Clip from ‘Costume Quest’ Teases Amazon’s Newest Animated Series

AWN: Frederator’s ‘Costume Quest’ Launches on Amazon Prime March 8

bifuteki: Team Behind Netflix’s Castlevania Brings Gaming  Hit Costume Quest to Amazon Prime

aNb Media: Cult-Classic Video Game, Costume Quest, Debuts as Amazon Prime Series  

Horror Geek Life: Team Behind Netflix’s ‘Castlevania’ Brings ‘Costume Quest’ to Amazon Prime

Anime Superhero: “Castle Quest” Animated Series Coming to Amazon Prime on March 8, 2019

CG Magazine: Costume Quest TV Series Premieres on Amazon Prime on March 8th

PopInsider: ‘Costume Quest’ Show Comes to Amazon Prime

The Gamer’s Temple: Costume Quest inspires animated series

Quirkstatic: Wildly Popular Video Game ‘Costume Quest’ Premieres On Amazon Video In New Animated Series

Dual Shockers: Double Fine’s Costume Quest is Set to Become a Cartoon Series Debuting Later this Week on Amazon

Los Angeles Times: Exclusive ‘Costume Quest’ clip shows the kids getting their new Halloween costumes

Paste: What to Expect from Amazon Prime's Costume Quest TV Show

World Screen: Costume Quest Game Adapted as Series for Amazon Prime

Screen Rant: Costume Quest TV Show Premieres On Amazon Prime This Week

The Good Men Project: Team Behind Netflix’s Castlevania Brings Gaming Hit Costume Quest to Amazon Prime March 8th!

Review, Los Angles Times: ‘Costume Quest’ smart cartoons for young and/or old

Review, SideQuest: ‘Costume Quest’ Animated Adaptation Finally Offers Something Sweet

[chokemewith-hope]

Choke Me With Hope Frontmann Timophy Erikson weigerte sich nach Verletzungen, Konzert abzubrechen

Am Abend des 21. August führte der Sturz von einer Bühnentreppe zu einem kurzweiligen Konzertstopp in der Anniversary Hall in New Jersey.

Handyvideos zeigen, wie der Sänger der Band Choke Me With Hope inmitten der Performance des Songs The Unusual Love Song von der Bühnentreppe stürzte und hart auf dem Boden aufschlug. Zunächst wurde das Konzert fortgeführt, bis der Sänger nach einem Zusammenbruch einer Untersuchung unterzogen wurde. Die hausinternen Notkräfte stellten Prellungen an Rippen und Schultern fest, ein verstauchtes Hand- und Fußgelenk.

Auf die Forderung des Managements, das Konzert abzubrechen, soll der Sänger geantwortet haben: "Tausende Menschen haben für diese überteuerten Karten bezahlt, einige haben sich ein Hotelzimmer geholt und sehen uns nur ein Mal im Jahr – Und wenn ich mir alle Finger brechen würde, ich würde ihnen ein geiles Konzert bringen."

Das tat die Band und gab laut Videoangaben noch drei Zugaben zum Schluss.

#POPinside Magazine August 2022, Vol. 23.

[uptownbill]

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Reposted from @cosplayersgettingcoffee Princess Leia and Prince Akeem have to give cheers ☕️💥☕️after an elegant game of #PrettyPrettyPrincess . Now on @popinsider ‘s YouTube channel, check out this royal duo. . Prince. Akeem - @uptownbill007 Princess Leia - @drunksasuke.cos . . #fuelyourfandom #popinsider #cosplayergettingcoffee #starwarscosplay #Leiacosplay #comingtoamerica #princeakeem #comingtoamerica2 - #regrann https://www.instagram.com/p/B7RGpG2Dn4Z/?igshid=1nl1rp99hi3zk

[skeletonpete]

We Know Nerds: PopInsider Kicks Off Fandom Site and ‘Zine

We Know Nerds: PopInsider Kicks Off Fandom Site and ‘Zine

Le Geek, C’est Chic… The marvelous mavens at The Toy Insider, who kindly keep us up to date on whats’ great to play with, are unfurling their geek flags with a new publication and website called The PopInsider. As you might guess the focus will be pop culture of every flavor. Editors/Co-founders Marissa DiBartolo and Ali Mierzejewskihave recruited a host of nifty nerds to share communiques…

[kenpiercemedia]

We recently attended the #10thbirthday of #sweetsuite care of #toyinsider #popinsider at #chelseapiers - here is a cool item coming from #funko with their #fye exclusive #funkos #kiss #thedemon #cereal #theyknowplay #geekingout #medialife w #piercingmetal (at Chelsea Piers) https://www.instagram.com/p/B0icGABHo5k/?igshid=1p37ah946iw1s

[cherrygeek]

Her Universe Fashion Show is BACK SDCC 2019

Her Universe Fashion Show is BACK SDCC 2019 @HerUniverse @DreamWorksSheRa @HotTopic @cartoonnetwork @BoxLunchGifts @Comic_Con @thepopinsider @EspionageBeauty #HerUniverseFashionShow #Shera #Dreamworks #BoxLunch #HotTopic #EspionageBeauty #PopInsider #SDCC

Get ready for the Cat <cough> GEEK Walk! DreamWorks Animation’s She-Ra and the Princesses of Power takes center stage, Junior Designers shine with Cartoon Network’s Steven Universe.

It’s the 6th Annual Her Universe Fashion Show presented by Hot Topic and DreamWorks Animation‘s She-Ra and the Princesses of Power at San Diego Comic Con! 24 Designers will go head to head with original geek stylish…

[saturdayam]

SATURDAY AM GETS SUPER NEWS (and we have BRUNCH!)

SATURDAY BRUNCH IS HERE!!

That's right, our JOSEI MANGA ANTHOLOGY with LGBTQ representation finally is here as an ongoing series and WHOA -- does it deliver! In 2013, there was Saturday AM for Shonen and then in 2018, we delivered Saturday PM for Seinen.

Now, it's the ladies turn!!

1st up, we have HENSHIN and SPIRIT PIZZA. Both of these very unique series by IAMBONIDLE and DAGGERSTARFIGHTER, respectively, gave sneak peeks in OUR SNEAK ISSUE of Saturday BRUNCH #0. And they ROCK!

HENSHIN! is a Kamen Rider style sentai series with a British hero who may not be ready for the World of Kaiju.

SPIRIT PIZZA promises an introspective journey as PAN, a New Yorker, seeks a job at the local pizza place and battles demons both INSIDE and OUT.

Also, get the 1st chapters of a dark medieval fantasy called GRIMMHEIM by German newcomer, Kristina Andabak and KILLSHOT, a Volleyball story from SAIGAMI creator, Hungarian superstar, Andrea Doney!

This issue also features articles on important female creators and magazines including the amazing mind by ADORNED BY CHI!

And everything is wrapped in that now legendary SATURDAY AM design team talent!

So, what are you waiting for???  We are SO PROUD of this that we want you to READ IT NOW FOR FREE!

Also, you may have noticed that Saturday AM is FINALLY GETTING SOME PRESS! Check out our ANIME NEWS NETWORK article... 

Also, we were covered in POP INSIDER magazine regarding our new COLLECTIBLES and upcoming magazine!

And FINALLY (but not the last, MORE TO COME) is the COMICBOOK RESOURCES article covering our upcoming PRINT MAGAZINE, SUPER SATURDAY!

What ELSE will we announce?

STAY TUNED — more reveals are on the way!