#92: Squishy Dreams and Toy Realities
Thu Feb 05 2026
In this episode, we welcome Scott Jochim, an industry veteran known as Mr. Squishy, to discuss his journey within the toy and game industry. Scott talks about his early work in virtual and augmented reality, and how it influenced his transition to toys. He emphasizes the evolution from digital to physical play patterns and his success with the Squishland brand, including its unique approach to the vending machine market. Scott also shares his collaboration with Gary Vee on the Vee Friends toy line, highlighting the melding of physical and digital worlds. He offers insights into marketing strategies, handling industry challenges, and gives advice to new entrepreneurs in the toy industry.
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In this episode, we welcome Scott Jochim, an industry veteran known as Mr. Squishy, to discuss his journey within the toy and game industry. Scott talks about his early work in virtual and augmented reality, and how it influenced his transition to toys. He emphasizes the evolution from digital to physical play patterns and his success with the Squishland brand, including its unique approach to the vending machine market. Scott also shares his collaboration with Gary Vee on the Vee Friends toy line, highlighting the melding of physical and digital worlds. He offers insights into marketing strategies, handling industry challenges, and gives advice to new entrepreneurs in the toy industry. ------------- This episode is brought to you by www.toy-launch.com Book a call to discuss your toy business marketing strategy