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Playing At Business - toy & game business podcast with Steve Reece

Jun 17, 2025

What makes a toy company last for generations? In this episode, we break down the eight essential characteristics that separate fleeting fads from industry legends. From unwavering brand identity to innovation that evolves with consumer trends, we uncover the secrets behind long-term success. Expect insights...


Jun 13, 2025

It's been a wild start to 2025 with tariff tribulations abounding. 

From supply chain disruptions to retail price rises, these developments have produced a complex landscape for Toy & Game companies to try to navigate. Join us as we unpack the challenges, explore strategic responses and offer some tips to help...


Sep 25, 2024

In this episode, board games business expert Steve Reece of www.KidsBrandInsight.com runs through the steps in completing a commercial launch of a board game (also includes a card game or other cardboard based Games). 

If you are wondering what you need to do next after you came up with the idea of a Game and made a...


Aug 27, 2024

Over the last decade and a half or so, we have advised 200+ Toy startups and Game startups. There have been a number of recurring Tips and bits of advice we have given. This podcast covers those Top Ten Tips for startups in this whacky world of Toys & Games.

 

This is a definite must listen for new entrants to the...


Jul 15, 2024

This episode reviews the Toy Biz trade show event in Delhi.

This time round more than 400 exhibitors were at the show.

Host Steve Reece runs through his experience at the event, and discusses the many opportunities for Toy & Game companies in India.