AFOLs Welcome: A Lego Podcast

AFOLs Welcome is a weekly podcast where co-host Gr!ncH and W3st 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.

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108 episodes
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Monday · 1 hr 29 min
The History of LEGO Hair - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 108
In this week’s episode, Grinch is joined by his new co-host Cat. Welcome to the show Cat! Today we’re taking a bit of a whacky dive into the history of LEGO hair. We had a lot of fun discussing the slow growth and eventual boom of the minifigure hair piece. Join us as we dive into the details, the data, and the fun of LEGO hair.
July 20 · 1 hr 25 min
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.
July 6 · 1 hr 48 min
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?
June 29 · 1 hr 36 min
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.
June 22 · 1 hr 26 min
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!
June 15 · 2 hr 27 min
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.buildsInstagram:ht
June 8 · 1 hr 12 min
What Makes A LEGO Set Good? - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 102
Episode Details:In this week’s episode, Grinch continues the conversation from last week and discusses what makes a LEGO set good. Last week we discussed what makes a LEGO set bad, so consider this part 2 of the conversation. Like last week, is it the price, accuracy, or the building experience, or is it something else entirely? As always feel free to join in the conversation in the comment section below!Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/Episode Timestamps:0:00 - 4:40 Intro / Bri
June 1 · 1 hr 22 min
What Makes A LEGO Set Bad? - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 101
Title:What Makes A LEGO Set Bad? - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 101Episode Details:In this week’s episode, Grinch breaks down the topic of what makes a LEGO set bad. Is it the price, accuracy, or the building experience, or is it something else entirely? As always feel free to join in the conversation in the comment section below!Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/Episode Timestamps:0:00 - 6:19 Intro / Brick Banter6:19 - 13:33 Exciting Lego News13:33- 1:13:55 Today's Topic1:13:55- 1:22:
May 25 · 1 hr 26 min
LEGO IDEAS 2026 Stage 1 Review - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 100
Episode Details:In this week’s episode, Grinch reviews the first LEGO Ideas review stage of 2026 and asks the question, “where do we go from here”? Ideas has been a staple of the LEGO community for over a decade now, but with more and more repeat submissions and larger and larger review stages, how does LEGO balance submissions with expectations?Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/Episode Timestamps:0:00 - 3:25 Intro / Brick Banter3:25 - 12:22 Exciting Lego News12:22 - 1:19:34 Toda
May 18 · 1 hr 33 min
LEGO® in 2001 - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 99
Episode Details:In this week’s episode, Grinch takes a trip back to 2001. It’s amazing how much LEGO® has changed in the past 25 years, but at the same time it feels oddly familiar. As feel free to join in the conversation in the comment section below.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/Episode Timestamps:0:00 - 7:33 Intro / Brick Banter7:33 - 28:36 Exciting Lego News28:36 - 1:11:59 Today's Topic1:11:59 - 1:33:56 Brick-MailThe music we use in our show is our own, please inquire if
May 4 · 2 hr 3 min
Becoming a Professional LEGO® Reseller - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 98
Episode Details:In this week’s episode, Grinch and West are joined by Jack from the Yellow Brick Road Co, one of the largest LEGO® Whatnot sellers and a professional reselling LEGO® business. Join us as we learn about not only the ins and outs of starting your own LEGO® business, but the personal toll and journey along the way. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DUoMmP_gXOp/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/Episode Timestamps:0:00 - 10:10 Intro / Brick Banter10:10 - 41:51 Exciting Le
April 27 · 1 hr 38 min
How To Sell Your LEGO? - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 97
Episode Details:In this week’s episode, Grinch and West discuss how to sell your LEGO. Whether you’re trying to sell your whole collection, or just a set, one of the nice things about LEGO is that someone is usually willing to buy it. But, where do you start, what are the options out there? Find out that and more on this week's episode.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/Episode Timestamps:0:00 - 6:13 Intro / Brick Banter6:13 - 22:10 Exciting Lego News22:10 - 1:28:02 Today's Topic1
April 20 · 1 hr 6 min
LEGO Mario, Bigger Than You Realize? - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 96
Episode Details:In this week’s episode, Grinch is riding solo and he’s diving into the world of LEGO Mario. Can you believe it's already been 6 years since LEGO Mario originally graced the retail shelves with its innovative new theme? Has it stood the test of time?Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/Episode Timestamps:0:00 - 6:03 Intro / Brick Banter6:03 - 18:41 Exciting Lego News18:41 - 54:02 Today's Topic54:02 - 1:06:33 Brick-MailThe music we use in our show is our own, please in
April 13 · 1 hr 53 min
Brick Value Index - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 95
Episode Details:In this week’s episode, Grinch and West are joined by special guest Matthew, the founder of Bricksbynumbers.com. Matthew has created his own way to measure value in LEGO by taking an index of price and piece values. Can this finally get the community over the traditional price per part metric? That is up to all of you!Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/Episode Timestamps:0:00 - 11:21 Intro / Brick Banter11:21 - 24:32 Exciting Lego News24:32 - 1:35:54 Today's Topic1
April 6 · 2 hr
The High’s & Low’s of Ninjago City - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 94
Episode Details:In this week’s episode, Grinch and West explore the depths, heights, and glory of the Ninjago City subtheme. What makes this sub-series of LEGO sets so popular? Where does it go from here? As always, we hope you enjoy the show!Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/Episode Timestamps:0:00 - 8:12 Intro / Brick Banter8:12- 29:40 Exciting Lego News29:40 - 1:52:39 Today's Topic1:52:39 - 2:00:35 Brick-MailThe music we use in our show is our own, please inquire if any questi
March 30 · 2 hr 14 min
When LEGO Breaks The Rules - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 93
Episode Details:In this week’s episode Grinch and West dive back into the world of LEGO ethics. Last time we discussed ethics we didn’t really cover their stance on creating military vehicles and weapons. When has LEGO crossed this line, or at least blurred it?Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/Episode Timestamps:0:00 - 3:00 Intro / Brick Banter3:00 - 29:56 Exciting Lego News29:56 - 1:59:47 Today's Topic1:59:47 - 2:14:17 Brick-MailThe music we use in our show is our own, please in
March 23 · 2 hr
LEGO Botanicals - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 92
Episode Details:In this week’s episode Grinch and West dive into the floral world of LEGO Botanicals. For thousands of years, humans have used and cultivated plants, but only recently are we building beautiful models of them out of LEGO. What impact has this theme had on LEGO as a whole and what does the future look like?Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/Episode Timestamps:0:00 - 13:09 Intro / Brick Banter13:09 - 38:01 Exciting Lego News38:01 - 1:34:34 Today's Topic1:34:34 - 2:00
March 9 · 1 hr 28 min
Don’t Throw Out LEGO® - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 91
Episode Details:In this week’s episode West and Grinch talk about the often, underdiscussed topic of getting rid of your LEGO®. Whether it's time to move on, downsize, or you just don’t want a set anymore this conversation is for you! Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/Episode Timestamps:0:00 - 18:29 Intro / Brick Banter18:29 - 29:00 Exciting Lego News29:00 - 1:11:06 Today's Topic1:11:06 - 1:28:54 Brick-MailThe music we use in our show is our own, please inquire if any questions:A
March 2 · 2 hr 30 min
The Ethics of LEGO® - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 90
Episode Details:In this week’s episode West and Grinch get ethical and dive into the world of The LEGO® Company’s ethics. While we certainly share our opinion we try to keep this conversation fact based so that you can determine for yourself whether or not you think LEGO® is ethical. Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/Episode Timestamps:0:00 - 8:09 Intro / Brick Banter8:09 - 16:51 Exciting Lego News16:51 - 2:15:37 Today's Topic2:15:37 - 2:30:03 Brick-MailThe music we use in our sh
February 23 · 1 hr 30 min
Hypolite Bricks - Intentional and Strategic Building - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 89
Episode Details:In this week’s episode West and Grinch are joined by MOC builder Hypolite Bricks, also known as Abe. Abe specializes in capturing stories from different classic shows and IPs, while somehow finding a way to make it completely his own original.Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/afols_welcome/https://www.youtube.com/@hypolitebrickshttps://www.instagram.com/hypolite_bricks/?hl=enEpisode Timestamps:0:00 - 5:49 Intro / Brick Banter5:49 - 18:14 Exciting Lego News18:14 - 1:24:19Today's

AFOLs Welcome: A Lego Podcast

The History of LEGO Hair - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 108

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

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

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

Owning a LEGO Store - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 104

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

What Makes A LEGO Set Good? - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 102

What Makes A LEGO Set Bad? - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 101

LEGO IDEAS 2026 Stage 1 Review - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 100

LEGO® in 2001 - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 99

Becoming a Professional LEGO® Reseller - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 98

How To Sell Your LEGO? - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 97

LEGO Mario, Bigger Than You Realize? - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 96

Brick Value Index - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 95

The High’s & Low’s of Ninjago City - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 94

When LEGO Breaks The Rules - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 93

LEGO Botanicals - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 92

Don’t Throw Out LEGO® - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 91

The Ethics of LEGO® - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 90

Hypolite Bricks - Intentional and Strategic Building - AFOLs Welcome: Episode 89