The Current State of LEGO Lord of the Rings (In 2026) - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 103

The Importance of Representation in LEGO - w/ Corey & Mel, AFOLs Welcome: Episode 107

In this week’s episode, Grinch is joined by former Lego Masters seasons 1 contestants Corey & Mel. This week we’re talking about a very important subject and that is representation in LEGO. We do it the true AFOLs Welcome way too with data, lots and lots of data, and it really tells the story all by itself. Join us this week as we continue to push the narrative of better representation of the builders that love the brick.    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/ [https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/] https://www.instagram.com/iceberg_bricks/ [https://www.instagram.com/iceberg_bricks/] https://www.instagram.com/samzbrego [https://www.instagram.com/samzbrego]/   Episode Timestamps: 0:00 - 3:17 Intro / Brick Banter  3:17 - 14:17 Exciting Lego News 14:17 - 1:19:37 Today's Topic 1:19:37- 1:25:29  Brick-Mail   The music we use in our show is our own, please inquire for questions.    About AFOL’s Welcome: AFOLs Welcome is a weekly podcast where co-host Grinch and West have discussions about the brick built world of LEGO. Join us as we dive deep into hot topics, LEGO themes, and more from the perspective of two adult fans of Lego.    If you would like to reach out to the podcast and be featured in an episode please email us at AFOLsWelcome@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram at AFOLs Welcome.    Reviews and constructive polite feedback are strongly encouraged. Please review, like, or subscribe wherever you find yourself listening to our show!    As always thank you for listening and we'll catch you on the next one!   Please Note: LEGO is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Current State of LEGO Harry Potter - w/ ProfessorBrickman, AFOLs Welcome: Episode 106

In this week’s episode, Grinch is joined by Jessie, AKA Professor Brickman. Jessie is a certified Harry Potter fanatic, and he and Grinch break down the current state of LEGO Harry Potter. Do the repetitive builds, and the many castle systems ruin the fun, or does it add to the depth of the theme?   Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/ [https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/] https://www.instagram.com/professor_brickman [https://www.instagram.com/professor_brickman]   Episode Timestamps: 0:00 - 6:15 Intro / Brick Banter  6:15 - 19:17 Exciting Lego News 19:17 - 1:45:54 Today's Topic 1:45:54 - 1:48:39  Brick-Mail   The music we use in our show is our own, please inquire for questions.    About AFOL’s Welcome: AFOLs Welcome is a weekly podcast where co-host Grinch and West have discussions about the brick built world of LEGO. Join us as we dive deep into hot topics, LEGO themes, and more from the perspective of two adult fans of Lego.    If you would like to reach out to the podcast and be featured in an episode please email us at AFOLsWelcome@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram at AFOLs Welcome.    Reviews and constructive polite feedback are strongly encouraged. Please review, like, or subscribe wherever you find yourself listening to our show!    As always thank you for listening and we'll catch you on the next one!   Please Note: LEGO is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Designing The Office LEGO Set - w/ legotheoffice AFOLs Welcome: Episode 105

In this week’s episode, Grinch is joined by Jaijai the original fan designer of the LEGO Idea’s The Office set . Join Grinch and Jaijai as they discuss how designing a LEGO set has cemented his legacy in not only LEGO fandom, but also the hit TV show The Office.    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/ [https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/] https://www.instagram.com/legotheoffice/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/legotheoffice/?hl=en]   Did Jaijai’s charity work inspire you?  https://www.instagram.com/washforlifeinc/?hl=en [https://www.instagram.com/washforlifeinc/?hl=en]   Jaijai’s Newest Idea’s Project: https://beta.ideas.lego.com/product-ideas/11b4bbe2-54a8-4217-802a-f8d996c6382c [https://beta.ideas.lego.com/product-ideas/11b4bbe2-54a8-4217-802a-f8d996c6382c]   Episode Timestamps: 0:00 - 3:09 Intro / Brick Banter  3:09 - 6:48 Exciting Lego News 6:48 - 1:30:57 Today's Topic 1:30:57 - 1:36:55  Brick-Mail   The music we use in our show is our own, please inquire for questions.    About AFOL’s Welcome: AFOLs Welcome is a weekly podcast where co-host Grinch and West have discussions about the brick built world of LEGO. Join us as we dive deep into hot topics, LEGO themes, and more from the perspective of two adult fans of Lego.    If you would like to reach out to the podcast and be featured in an episode please email us at AFOLsWelcome@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram at AFOLs Welcome.    Reviews and constructive polite feedback are strongly encouraged. Please review, like, or subscribe wherever you find yourself listening to our show!    As always thank you for listening and we'll catch you on the next one!   Please Note: LEGO is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Owning a LEGO Store - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 104

In this week’s episode, Grinch is joined by Jon from Bellefonte, PA. Jon is an AFOL and owner for the Bellefonte Brick Store. Join Grinch and he and Jon discuss the ins and outs of owning a LEGO store, from the joys that it brings to the challenges that it creates. It’s another way AFOLs can experience the hobby!   Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/ [https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/] https://www.instagram.com/bellefonte_brick_studio [https://www.instagram.com/bellefonte_brick_studio]   Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@wilderland.builds [https://www.youtube.com/@wilderland.builds]   Episode Timestamps: 0:00 - 3:01 Intro / Brick Banter  3:01 - 10:41 Exciting Lego News 10:41 - 1:13:48 Today's Topic 1:13:48 - 1:26:24  Brick-Mail   The music we use in our show is our own, please inquire for questions.    About AFOL’s Welcome: AFOLs Welcome is a weekly podcast where co-host Grinch and West have discussions about the brick built world of LEGO. Join us as we dive deep into hot topics, LEGO themes, and more from the perspective of two adult fans of Lego.    If you would like to reach out to the podcast and be featured in an episode please email us at AFOLsWelcome@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram at AFOLs Welcome.    Reviews and constructive polite feedback are strongly encouraged. Please review, like, or subscribe wherever you find yourself listening to our show!    As always thank you for listening and we'll catch you on the next one!   Please Note: LEGO is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The Current State of LEGO Lord of the Rings (In 2026) - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 103

Episode Details: In this week’s episode, Grinch is joined by former guest, Wilderlandbuilds, aka Jarrett. Join us as we discuss the current state of LEGO Lord of the Rings in 2026. How do you feel about the current pace of set releases, the price, and the size of the sets? What are its strengths and weaknesses as a theme? All of that and more will be discussed in this week's episode. Check out Jarrett’s new youtube channel while you’re at it: https://www.youtube.com/@wilderland.builds Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/ [https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/]https://www.instagram.com/wilderland.builds/ [https://www.instagram.com/wilderland.builds/target=] Episode Timestamps: 0:00 - 4:32 Intro / Brick Banter 4:32 - 10:01 Exciting Lego News 10:01 - 2:17:23 Today's Topic 2:17:23- 2:27:24 Brick-Mail The music we use in our show is our own, please inquire if any questions: About AFOL’s Welcome: AFOLs Welcome is a weekly podcast where co-host Grinch and West have discussions about the brick built world of LEGO. Join us as we dive deep into hot topics, LEGO themes, and more from the perspective of two adult fans of Lego. If you would like to reach out to the podcast and be featured in an episode please email us at AFOLsWelcome@gmail.com or follow us on Instagram at AFOLs Welcome. Reviews and constructive polite feedback are strongly encouraged. Please review, like, or subscribe wherever you find yourself listening to our show! As always thank you for listening and we'll catch you on the next one! Please Note: LEGO is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor, authorize or endorse this site Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com [https://pcm.adswizz.com] for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.