Pop Optics Podcast "Transformed!"

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Welcome to the all-new Pop Optics Podcast featuring yours unruly,  Stalks with a One-on-One conversation with special guest Justin M. aka “Optimus Stump” or “Stumpy” if you’re nasty. We discuss topics such as the squandering of the Hasbro cinematic Universe, Transformers x G.I. Joe, 80’s cartoons and so much more.

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