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From Bench Zen To Stash Reality: Episode 151
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MGPC Special Episode #3, Kotare Models Update with Mark Robson
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Hello Geeks!! Welcome to another Special Episode of the Modelgeeks Podcast! Nemo leads the way with Frilldo, and special guest Mark Robson from Kotare! Mark provides an update on the newly announced 1/32 P-47D Razorback and 1/32 Bf-109E-4!! Mark also gives us some updates on the 1/32 Spitfire Mk.I PR Type A, 1/32 Spitfire Mk.Vb Early, 1/32 Hurricane Mk.I, and the 1/48 Halifax!
Kotare has been working hard to overcome the tariff issue in the USA, but recommend you purchase directly from Kotare to avoid any issues with shipping or tariffs. Order directly at: www.kotare-models.com
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Links to Episodes, “Meet the Geeks”, What's on our Bench, Listener Gallery, and some Gee-Dunk! Email us pics of your completed models and we’ll place them in the Listener Gallery. We want to see what’s on your bench.
Be sure to check out the full Kotare 1/32 Bf-109K-4 Test Shot Build tab on the main page of our website. Nemo did a great job completing the kit so check out what can be achieved with the incredible Kotare 1/32 109K-4. You'll find a complete write up, along with pics and detailed descriptions of the build.
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Thank You’s!!
Hope you enjoy Special Episode #3 with Mark Robson. Thanks again to Mark and Frilldo for making the podcast on short notice. Be excellent to each other and get out there and build something! -Out from the Geeks!
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MGPC Ep.113 "That's Just a Nice Model!! An evening with Spencer Pollard"
Welcome to the Modelgeeks podcast!! Episode 113 has Nemo at the controls, with Frilldo, Whitey, El Prez, and a Special Guest Host, Spencer Pollard!! Yep! We have Spencer for the entire episode which is always a treat!
On Ep. 113, we start off with what's in our Model World, then jump into Mail Call, and into "Listener Spotlight" where each of us discuss a specific modeler and their masterpiece. We also highlight all of our Gallery submissions and posts on Social Media. We want to hear from you, so please keep sending pics of your models. Finally, Spencer talks all about Scale Model Challenge (SMC).
A huge thank you to all of our listeners for their continued support and we hope to see you all at the next show.
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We have links to our Episodes, “Meet the Geeks”, "What's on our Bench", a "Listener Gallery", and our Gee-Dunk Store!! Keep emailing us pics of your completed models and keep the pics coming!
We also have new T-Shirts with the revised logo for sale. Keep an eye out for them at shows we attend. We're working on developing a system to be able to sell them online, and we'll pass the info as soon as we have it.
Modelgeeks Sponsors:
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Fellow Podcasts:
Thanks to all the other amazing modeling podcasts. Hopefully, someday we’ll earn our podcast wings and be able to keep up with those guys! Please check them out at Scale Model Podcasts.
Blogs:
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Inch High Guy
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Thank You’s!!
Alright, alright, alright!! That’s it for now! I hope you enjoy the latest podcast. Be excellent to each other and get out there and build something!
-Out from the Geeks!
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OTB 226: Sean Morgan 1/5th scale MV Agusta.
Episode 226 and the boys chat with Sean Morgan about his incredible scratchbuilt 1/5th scale MV Agusta motorcycle.
We also look back on how we did at ScaleACT'25, read some mail and spin the Patreon wheel of fortune.
Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to Onthebench64@gmail.com.
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Built Sideways Podcast Season 5 Ep. 16: MMSI '25 recap!
On this episode 3/4 of the crew plus special guests Josh (@Doghousehobbiestudios) and Dwayne Ayer (@Dwayneayerscalemodels) attended the MMSI show back in October and they come back bearing stories, lessons and inspirations abound!-
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OTB 225: ScaleACT'25
Episode 225 and the boys are in Canberra living the high life at Australia's premier model show, ScaleACT 2025.
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Episode 126: The Posse at SMC 2025 w/ Peter Fidloczky & Jackson Stanton
The Five Triple P hosts and special guests Peter Fidloczky and Jackson Stanton recap our amazing trip to Europe and our attendance at Scale Model Challenge 2025 in Eindhoven, Netherlands.
We hope you enjoy our recap of our adventures at the show, as well as a bunch of Europe's finest military history museums including Bovington, Duxford, Bastogne Barracks, and Overloon just to name a few. We had a great time and all of us are mojo recharged in a major way!
Join us for some thought provoking discussion about scale models!
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PMM Twelve Minute Modelsphere: November 2025
Holiday chaos is closing in, but we’re not letting the “dark time” steal the bench. We ride the high of the Cincinnati show: open hangar doors, perfect weather, strong models, and vendors who priced to move. That momentum rolls into plans for Murfreesboro, with friends heading in and schedules to wrangle. Live shows do more than fill a weekend—they sharpen your build list, set deadlines, and remind you why the hobby’s community matters. We also pull back the curtain on production: episode 151 is juggling a guest schedule, so we’re prepping a plan B, while episode 152 locks in a shop talk with Seattle-area multi-genre standout Tim Nelson. Tim’s approach to ships, cars, and aircraft is a masterclass in transferable craft—paint discipline, sub-assembly planning, surface prep—that levels up any subject.
The dojo is surging past 5,500 members, and the feed is buzzing with show reports, flyers, and WIP updates from across genres. We share a practical tip to keep your posts visible: avoid cross-posting from other groups to dodge Facebook’s spam filter—rewrite natively and your updates won’t get stalled. As days get shorter, we lean into small sessions, visible progress, and accountability through community. We’re also looking ahead: HeritageCon, Fort Wayne Nationals, and AMP South Bend are already penciled for 2026, giving everyone milestones to build toward.
Thanks to everyone who reached out about episode 150; the conversation around retirement and modeling clearly resonated. Keep the messages coming, keep inviting friends to the dojo, and keep the bench warm. If you enjoy the show, tap follow, share it with a modeling friend, and drop us a quick review—it helps more builders find their way to the community.
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MGPC Ep 112 "The Ultimate Model Kit"
Welcome to Episode 112 of The Modelgeeks Podcast!
There is the usual banter and what we’re doing in our respective modeling domains to include new things we’ve found of interest.
And yes, we get off topic quite a lot in this episode.
After Mail Call we discuss what we believe would constitute "the perfect kit". We try to balance genre/subject, detail, complexity/parts count, and price. Inspired in part by Jonathan Green’s post in the shack…and the Kotare kits.
We would like to thank all our listeners out there for the continued support you have given the show. We hope to see you out and about as we hit show circuit. If you happen to see us at a show come on over and say hello, we may even put you in front of the mic!
If you can't make it to the shows then you can still interact with us through social media, Facebook, Instagram, and of course email at:
Also remember to surf over to the Geeks homepage at https://modelgeekspodcast.com. While there you can buy some gedunk and subscribe for updates from the Geeks. Take a look at the Listener Gallery, and if you’d like your work there, send us the photos at:
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Get on there and feel free to share your work! We want to see what’s on your bench.
We also want to thank each of our sponsors for their support. We are very lucky to have them. When you have the time, pay a visit to their web sites, and have a look at their fine products.
Sponsors:
- Furball Aero-Design
- Detail & Scale
- Tamiya USA
- SprueBrothers
- LionHeart Hobby
- Bases By Bill
- Hypersonic Models
- Matters of Scale
We are very fortunate to be able to join the scale modeling podcast community and are in the company of several other really GREAT podcasts. Hopefully, someday we’ll earn our wings and be able to keep up with those guys! Please check them all out at Scale Model Podcasts.
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Retirement, Inspiration, And Finding Joy In The Build: Episode 150
Ever feel your hobby start to feel like homework? We hit episode 150 with a full tank of mojo and a guest who knows how to keep it running. Dr. Paul Budzik joins us on the eve of his retirement after 51 years in dentistry to share a refreshingly honest blueprint for building with joy: protect inspiration, shed obligation, and stop treating your stash like a to‑do list. If finishing every kit has become a guilt trip, this conversation offers the reset you need.
We dig into how small workflow choices can unlock big momentum. Paul explains why returning to simple, durable siphon‑feed airbrushes lets him paint in fast, focused sprints, and how linear building—one solved problem at a time—keeps him in the zone. He talks candidly about giving away kits and tools, the surprising relief that followed, and the fun of re‑engineering gear to fit the way he actually works. The theme is practical and personal: optimize for flow, and the bench becomes a place you can’t wait to sit.
Looking forward, Paul outlines his shift toward 1/350 ship modeling. Rather than chasing every aftermarket add‑on, he focuses on form, history, and design evolution—comparing cruisers, exploring treaty constraints, and building on keel blocks for clean presentation. Along the way, he draws an important line between knowledge and skill: a video can teach a CAD commands, but blade control, masking finesse, and problem‑solving are earned at the bench. His goal on his channel is to teach thinking—how to define the objective, work backward, simplify, and make smarter choices with less effort.
We also share highlights from the Cincinnati show, a stacked listener mailbag (from club table innovations to mirrored vs blurred bases), and quick hits from the release radar with a few buyer caveats to save you time and cash. If your bench feels crowded or your to‑finish list feels heavy, this one will help you reclaim the part of modeling that made you start in the first place.
Enjoyed the conversation? Follow, share with a modeling friend, and leave a rating to help others find the show. Then tell us: what obligation are you dropping this week to build happier?
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OTB 224: The Model Box
Episode 224 and the boys are joined by Stan Spooner who talking about his exciting new venture, the opening of a bricks and mortar hobby shop called “The Model Box, and the driving concept behind it.
Check out this link for more info:- https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100076992317227
We also have the usual mailbag and of course the exciting Patreon wheel of fortune!
Don’t forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply
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Built Sideways Podcast Season 5 Ep. 15: Our Relationships with our Hobbies
On this episode Brian, Pabz and Julio look internally and see what the current status is with the relationships with their hobbies, how has it changed since they started? Where do they think its going? And where would they like it to be? Lots questions, all the answers within!
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Two Double Barrels Of Plastic: November Model Show Spotlight
Ready to turn November into a nationwide model show tour? We line up four standout events—ModelZona in Phoenix, the Cleveland Model Show, Charlotte’s Region 12 contest, and Middle Tennessee’s ModelCon in Murfreesboro—and dig into the details that actually affect your day: judging style, registration windows, vendor-room depth, food, parking, and how fast awards wrap so you’re not stuck in your chair at dusk.
We start in Phoenix with ModelZona’s clean one-room layout near Sky Harbor, a clear first/second/third judging approach, and thoughtful specials like Best 1945 Subject and the Raleigh Williams Craftsmanship Award. Cleveland follows with a Sunday show that truly works: two gyms split contest and vendors, elevated tables for easier viewing and photos, and an eclectic slate of special awards—from Scandinavian subjects to pop-up headlight cars to a people’s choice Gundam/Mecha Pose. Charlotte adds a strong theme—From War to Peace—plus a non-sweeps policy, sold-out vendors, custom-designed Best Of awards, and a legendary Atomic Model Smasher for anyone needing a dramatic reset. Murfreesboro’s ModelCon caps it with smooth flow, full IPMS categories, sold-out vendors across every genre, and Smokin’ Butts BBQ parked out front; last year’s 542 models set the tone for an even bigger turnout.
Along the way we compare what each organizer gets right: editable PDF forms that speed check-in, early registration cutoffs that keep judging on track, separate halls that reduce crowding, and smart awards that celebrate more than just the top category winners. Most of all, we celebrate the real win—camaraderie. These shows are where online friends become real-world collaborators, techniques get traded, and inspiration sends you home itching to build.
Map your route, print your forms, charge your camera, and bring cash for that rare kit you didn’t know you needed. If you enjoy the show, tap follow, share this episode with your club, and leave a quick review to help more modelers find us. Where are you heading first?
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MGPC EP 111 PAXCON 2025 Wrap Up...and Other Stuff!
Welcome to Episode 111 of The Modelgeeks Podcast!
In this episode our main topic of discussion will be on our local model club’s model show, the Southern Maryland Scale Modeler’s PAXCON 2025.
We’ll give you a recap of the show, share some lessons learned and thank all those who made it happen.
We had a few visitors in town for the show, a couple international guests as well. Mr. Robbie Nauffts (aka The Model Guy of YouTube fame) from Calgary Alberta, Canada, and Mr. Kris De Winter who flew in from Groningen, Netherlands. We can’t thank you both enough for making the trip to PAXCON! Take a look at the work these two modelers produce in their respective social media sites:
Robbie Nauffts, TheModelGuy
Kris De Winter Instagram: @rnlaf_scale_modeling
The PAXCON 2025 Decal sheet was well received! With art work produced by Furball Aero-Design, the sheet features aircraft from NAS Patuxent River both past and present with two aircraft on the sheet that have not been done before, VX-23 Strike Test’s T-45C featuring unique blue trim, and VXS-1’s De Havilland UV-18 Twin Otter. The sheet is available for purchase on the Southern Maryland Scale Modeler’s web page:
Southern Maryland Scale Modelers PAXCON 2025 Decals
Share your work with us and the rest of the scale modeling community through our web page, or through our Facebook community page. We love seeing other people’s work. Who knows who you may inspire someone through your latest masterpiece!
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OTB 223: Models shows and Podcasts
In episode 223 the boys are joined by Brian from the Built Sideways Podcast to chew the fat on everything and nothing.
We then talk to Giampaolo (a.k.a “G”) about the exciting Gaming, Hobby and Model expo “GameX” (GhMX) on in Brisbane on November 22-23.
Check out this link for more info:- https://www.ghmx.com.au/
We also have the usual mailbag and of course, the exciting Patreon wheel of fortune!
Don’t forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply
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More Modeling Goodness With The Inch High Guy: Episode 149
A TIE Fighter parked on the moon with footprints leading into mystery. A glossy blue Bearcat bound for a local collection. A workshop cleanup that turns frustration into flow. This one blends story, craft, and community into a practical guide for getting more joy—and more finishes—out of your modeling time.
Mike, Kentucky Dave, and guest Jeff Groves of The Inch High Guy blog kick off with a lively Louisville MMCL recap: books rehomed, raffle wins scored, and real talk about what makes a vendor table actually work. Then we dive into a Fine Molds TIE Fighter Advanced that escapes the stash and lands in a moody micro-diorama—access panels opened, spares-box “widgetology” on full display, and a thoughtful debate about screen-accurate versus studio-accurate color. That sci‑fi detour pairs with classic comfort builds: Hasegawa Panthers and Cougars that favor flow over parts count, contrasted with today’s ultra-detailed IBG, Arma, and Eduard toolings. The takeaway is balance—choose projects that match your bandwidth, and don’t be afraid to chase a story when accuracy turns fuzzy.
The heart of the episode is practical: a week-long workshop overhaul that pays off daily. We talk sorting paints you actually use, labeling decal binders, consolidating spares into findable bins, and adopting tiny habits—put one thing away when you sit down and one when you stand up—that keep the bench from shrinking to a postcard. From there, we explore display strategy: a clean “universal base” that unifies your collection, blurred terrain for convincing motion, etched blurred rotors that work only when the scene supports them, and a wall-of-models shelving build using repurposed acrylic. We also spotlight upgrades and new kits—an AMP Northrop M2‑F3 lifting body perfect for polished metal tones, a Loire 130 redo for better clarity, and jaw-dropping 3D‑printed Zero engines—and look at how shifting import rules may accelerate local printing and hybrid kits.
If you build for the story, optimize your space for speed, and pick a base that frames the work, your models start to sing. Join us for smart tips, a few laughs, and a fresh push to finish what’s on your bench. If this episode sparks an idea, follow the show, share it with a modeling friend, and drop a rating or review—it helps more makers find their mojo.
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Episode 125: Base Basics, Dealing with Curveballs, and Judges Should be Better than this
We catch up before our trip to Europe this weekend, and all 5 of us give updates as to where we are at.
JB gives us a RockCon report, and we discuss three topics - Basics of Bases led by JB, Curveballs we have encountered on projects, and we also discuss Judges behavior in picking up models - we as a community need to expect more and put these issues in the past once and for all.
Join us for some thought provoking discussion about scale models!
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MGPC EP 110 "Model Show Etiquette"
What’s Crack-a-Lack’n Modelgeeks! Welcome to Episode 110 of The Modelgeeks Podcast!
In this episode, the Modelgeeks take a lap in the pattern and say what is the latest and greatest in their model worlds. The Geeks have a good laugh courtesy of Frilldo and Frilldo gives the listeners an update on the Privateer saga.
For the main topic, with the model season coming to a close at least up here in Region 2, Frilldo and the Geeks go through the do’s and don’ts of when, and what is eligible to be entered into a model show. Frilldo reads the IPMS USA rules on when a model is allowed to be entered and when not allowed to be entered. The geeks give their take on the subject. We hope to see you out and about as we hit some of the shows or if you decide to come visit ours in October. If you can't make it to the shows then you can still interact with us through social media, Facebook, Instagram, and email: contact@modelgeekspodcast.com
Be sure to check out our website: www.modelgeekspodcast.com.
Make sure you check out our new group / community on Facebook, The ModelGeeks Model Shack
We also want to thank each of our sponsors for their support. We are very lucky to have their support. When you have the time, pay a visit to their web sites, and have a look at their fine products.
Sponsors:
Detail and Scale
Furball Aero-Design
Tamiya USA
Bases by Bill
LionHeart Hobby
Hypersonic Models
Matters of Scale
Kotare Models
Also, if you're interested in the model shows, click the link below!
IPMS USA Events Page
We are very fortunate to be able to join the scale modeling podcast community and are in the company of several other really GREAT podcasts. Hopefully, someday we’ll earn our wings and be able to keep up with those guys! Please check them all out at Scale Model Podcasts.
Blogs:
The Kit Box
Sprue Pie with Frets
Model Airplane Maker
Model Geeks Podcast
PMM Twelve Minute Modelsphere: October 2025
A packed Louisville hall with 408 models, a day spent talking shop with listeners and friends, and the kind of low-pressure reconnect that sends you home eager to finish something you’ve been putting off.
Momentum keeps building as we look ahead to Cincinnati on October 18—a favorite for its friendly atmosphere, great location, and reliably good weather. We share why shows matter even if you don’t enter, how they recalibrate your eye, and how a simple ritual (hello, German dinner) makes the day feel like a celebration. Then we lay out October’s feature slate: a back-to-back shop talk with Jeff Groves as our third chair for episode 149, and a timely return from Dr. Paul Budzik as he resets his hobby space for retirement—downsizing the stash, tightening workflow, and reframing goals so the bench fits the life you want.
The community thread runs throughout. Our dojo on Facebook just crossed 5,475 members, with daily photo spreads, show albums from across the country, and bite-size tips that genuinely move projects forward. We talk about a practical, one‑week blitz build to harness a quieter schedule, why sharing progress publicly creates accountability, and how the right tools—especially canopy masks that actually fit—turn weeknights into satisfying wins. If you’re planning your fall modeling, want cleaner canopies, or need a nudge to post your work, this one’s for you.
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MGPC Special Episode #2 with Mark Robson of Kotare; Update on New Kits!
Show Outline:
Hello Geeks!! Welcome to another Special Episode of the Modelgeeks Podcast! Nemo leads the gang with special guest Mark Robson from Kotare! Mark provides some great details on the background and success of the new 1/32 Bf-109K-4, 1/32 Spitfire Mk.Vb Early, and the 1/32 Hurricane Mk.I., and of course, the 1/48 Halifax!
The Modelgeeks are beyond excited to announce that Kotare is now a sponsor of the Modelgeeks podcast! We are all honored to be associated with Mark and the entire Kotare team and look forward to a long lasting relationship and to keep the hobby growing. Welcome aboard Kotare!!
Kotare has been working hard to overcome the tariff issue in the USA, but recommend you purchase directly from Kotare to avoid any issues with shipping or tariffs. Order directly at: www.kotare-models.com
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If you can't make it to the shows then you can still interact with us through social media, Facebook, Instagram, email, and our new website. contact@modelgeekspodcast.com
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Be sure to check out the full Kotare 1/32 Bf-109K-4 Test Shot Build tab on the main page of our website. Nemo did a great job completing the kit so check out what can be achieved with the incredible Kotare 1/32 109K-4. You'll find a complete write up, along with pics and detailed descriptions of the build.
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Thank You’s!!
Hope you enjoy Special Episode #2 with Mark Robson. Thanks again to Mark and the Geeks for making the podcast on short notice. Be excellent to each other and get out there and build something! -Out from the Geeks!
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