Podcasts
Scale Model Podcast Ep. 43 – The Top Shelf
OTB 77: Interview with Michael Baskette from Plastic Model Mojo Podcast.
G'day Benchers! We have Julian back in the studio! Also this is the start of our new weekly schedule as we do our little bit to help you out in these very trying times of pandemics and lockdowns. In this episode we are talking to Michael Baskette for the Scale Model Mojo podcast.
As well as that we have our usual whats new in the modelling
world and of course mail call.
Don’t forget to checkout our new show sponsor Scale Modellers Supply and their great range of SMS Paints.
Episode 8: PE, Love it or Loathe it
Mike and Dave trying to keep their mojo and your's alive under the pressures of a global pandemic. After the usual chatter about drinks, projects, and purchases, the guys lament the passing of Dave's compressor. In the Episode 8 special segment, the guys discuss their experiences with the utilization of photo-etched detail parts in scale modeling. Stay healthy listeners!
Return 2 Kit Form Masks Review
OTB 76: The dark art of decals
G'day Benchers! Welcome to our latest episode, “The dark art of decals” where we have a chat about how we do our decals, what has worked for us and also Ian explains how to use Tamiya extra thin glue to affix decals to you kit. Unfortunately Julian is not with us as he has had a Covid-19 scare, but he is with us in spirit.
Don’t forget to checkout our new show sponsor Scale Modellers Supply and their great range of SMS Paints.
Scale Model Podcast Ep. 42 – John Moscato Part Duex
Episode 7: IPMS Roscoe Turner Contest and Swap Meet
After a beverage share, Mike and Dave tackle the listener mail since Episode 6. The status of their respective builds is reported, followed by opinions regarding the favorite and least favorite hobby announcements in recent weeks. After a rundown of their latest acquisitions, Mike and Dave discuss their day at the 2020 IPMS Roscoe Turner Model Contest and Swap Meet held March 7th in Indianapolis, Indiana.
OTB 75: Rambling chat about nothing
G'day Benchers! Welcome to our latest episode, with Dave Ian and Julian, no fixed topic today just a rambling discussion about anything and everything.
Don’t forget to checkout our new show sponsor Scale Modellers Supply and their great range of SMS Paints.
Scale Model Podcast Ep. 41 – Rapid Prototyping
Episode 6: American Kit Manufacturers
After sorting out their respective libations, Mike and Dave tackle the listener mail since Ep.5. Mike confesses his Mojo has been lacking in recent weeks due to life and other distractions. Dave, however, has picked up the slack by diving into his Airfix Mig. After discussing a few purchases made since last airing, Mike and Dave dive right into the special segment. Episode 6 special segment is a high level look at the current and past status of model kit manufacturing in the United States.
SMP Kit Review #1 MHM 1/72 Quincy Row
OTB 74: Dave is back!
G'day Benchers! Dave is back from his travels around the world and tonight we hear all about his (mis)adventures!
Don’t forget to checkout our new show sponsor Scale Modellers Supply and their great range of SMS Paints.
Super Stand Review
Scale Model Podcast Ep. 40 – Nats and power cables
Episode 5: Tools of the Trade
As we roll into February, Mike and Dave share their chosen drink for the podcast, then catch you up on the current projects on their bench. This is followed by what new things they have picked up since the last "What Broke your Wallet" segment.
After the updates the guys share a few listener mail comments, and then share a few comment about what they found most exciting among the new released announces at the Nuremberg Toy Fair.
The Episode 5 special segment is titled "Tools of the Trade". Mike and Dave discuss a few of their favorite and most utilized tools in their respective arsenals.
In closing, a few "shout outs" are give to those who have made an impression on them over the last few weeks.
Tools of the Trade:
Mike's Selections:
1) The "Opti-Visor": https://doneganoptical.com/product/optivisor/
2) Waldron Punch & Die Set: https://www.kitlinx.com/cgi/search.cgi?terms2=_Waldron_Accessories_
3) Homemade CA Glue Applicator (See and image in our Facebook Episode 5 Gallery)
Dave's Selections
1) God Hand Nippers: https://www.usagundamstore.com/collections/god-hands-tools/products/spn-120-ultimate-nipper
2) Flex-i-file Sanding Tool: https://www.flex-i-file.com/flex-i-file.php
3) Trumpeter Seam Scraper: https://www.hobbylinc.com/htm/tsm/tsm9969.htm
Episode 5 "Shout Outs"
USA Gundam Store: https://www.usagundamstore.com/
2020 NorthwWest Scale Modeler's Show: https://www.museumofflight.org/Plan-Your-Visit/Calendar-of-Events/4846/2020-northwest-scale-modelers-show
On The Bench Podcast: https://otbmodellerspodcast.libsyn.com/
OTB 73: Kit manufacturers (the good the bad and the ugly)
G'day Benchers! Welcome to our latest episode of “On the bench”. We have our usual listener mailbag along with whats' new in the modelling world. In this episode we have Robert back to talk about the good the bad and the ugly of the worlds kit manufacturers.
Don’t forget to checkout our new show sponsor Scale Modellers Supply and their great range of SMS Paints.
Scale Model Podcast Ep 39. – Live with On The Bench
OTB 72: What is "AMPS" judging?
G'day Benchers! Welcome to our latest episode of “On the bench”. In this episode we are going to try and get our heads around the AMPS method of model judging. Wish us luck!
Don’t forget to checkout our new show sponsor Scale Modellers Supply and their great range of SMS Paints.
Episode 4: Goofs, Gaffs, and Blunders
After a successful start to the modeling year, and each finishing up a subject, Mike & Dave share some listener mails and then get it to what is current on their workbenches. After the workbench update, they offer commentary on their most and least favorite modeling news since last episode.
The special segment for Episode 4 is Goofs, Gaffs, and Blunders, where the guys confess to some of their most memorable modeling failures.
A special thanks to Dana Michie for bringing the 24hr model build associated with the "24hrs of Daytona" endurance race to our attention. This was a nice tie in to Dave's mention of Blitz Builds in our last episode. Thanks Dana! Here is the link to the Facebook group where the build is coordinated:
https://www.facebook.com/groups/774303692944365/