🎙️ Get Dispensed: The Pez Podcast – Episode 49: Seize the Play! with Tim Walsh

What do you get when you mix Pez, play theory, and a world-class toy inventor? A conversation that crackles like a freshly opened candy pack.

In this episode of Get Dispensed: The Pez Podcast, Greg is joined by the brilliant and endlessly creative Tim Walsh—toy and game designer, bestselling author, historian of play, and one of the minds behind iconic games like Blurt!, Mad Gab, and TriBond. With over 7 million games sold across 13 countries, Tim’s work has sparked laughter, competition, and connection in living rooms around the globe.

But this isn’t just a stroll down memory lane—it’s a deep dive into the magic of play itself.

Together, Greg and Tim explore the enduring legacy of Pez, from its ingenious design and pop culture evolution to its surprising place in toy history. They also tackle the big question buzzing in the collector community: why hasn’t Pez yet been inducted into the National Toy Hall of Fame—and could its 100-year anniversary finally be the moment?

Along the way, Tim shares insights from his fascinating career, including behind-the-scenes stories from his hit YouTube deep dive on Pez, thoughts on creativity as a superpower, and what makes a toy truly timeless.

You’ll also get: 🍬 The classic “12 Candies” questions covering design, history, and the future of Pez ⚡ A high-energy Rapid Fire Round packed with playful surprises 🎯 A creative “Question of the Week” inviting listeners to dream up their ultimate Pez mash-up

Whether you’re a seasoned collector, a toy enthusiast, or just someone who believes a little more play could make the world a better place, this episode is pure joy in dispenser form.

So press that spring, tilt back the head, and… Seize the Play! 🍭