Model Car Mania Podcast

Episode 14 – Sideshow: Three J’s, a Bunch of Shows, and Plenty of Opinions! The Three J’s are back! Jodi, Jason, and Justin take over the microphones for another installment of the Sideshow! This time, the guys hit the local model show circuit and return with plenty of stories, observations, and probably a few opinions nobody asked for! From the incredible builds on the tables to the people, the a...

Episode 13 - "Is it on the inside that counts?"  In this episode the guys talk about hyper detailing model car interiors and share some of our favorite trips for more realistic wood grain and gauges! Plus a chat about how the sheen of satin, gloss and flat colors help convey textures. Contact us at: modelcarmaniapodcast@gmail.com Hosts Jason Hanscom Blue ox model shop https://youtube.com...

MODEL CAR MANIA SIDESHOW #1!   Welcome to the very first Model Car Mania Sideshow —where we step away from the main event and see what other trouble we can get ourselves into! For our inaugural Sideshow, the guys sit down with Mac Johnson, President of the Granite State Modelers IPMS , to talk about their upcoming model show, what attendees can expect, and everything they have planned for the big...

Episode 12 "The One With Our IPMS Reporter" In this episode the guys are welcome Keith McGregor on the show to talk about his experience at this years IPMS National Convention that recently took place in Fort Wayne, Indiana. The guys also talk about upcoming shows and events and Justin aka Bad Santa gets a case of the rants.  So take a listen, enjoy, and have some laughs... Contact us at...

Episode 11: The One with Manny from Tropical Glitz! This episode the guys get the chance to talk to Manny Martinez from Tropical Glitz and get the lowdown on where Manny came from and what he has planned for the company!  Also, Justin gets MM's and Mike shares a big ol' thumbs up https://tropicalglitz.net/collections/paints Contact us at: modelcarmaniapodcast@gmail.com Hosts Jason Hansco...

Episode 10 - Yes! It's OK to Have Other Hobbies! In episode 10. The guys share their favorite hobbies aside from model car building and prove to BG that his mantra of "One hobby at a time" isn't necessarily a good thing!   The guys also have 3 times as many emails to answer and some great model car kits on the way to retailers we can all drool over! Contact us at: modelcarmania...

Episode 9 - "The One with Billy Strange!" The guys get to hang out with their friend, Billy Strange and talk about everything from box art to painting techniques to judging model car show to 1:1 cars to 1/25 scale cars and everything in between! Contact us at: modelcarmaniapodcast@gmail.com Hosts Jason Hanscom Blue ox model shop https://youtube.com/@blueoxmodelshop3405?si=RVYNamqEl4Vq-Cw...

Episode 8 - The Who Behind the 2026 Moose-aroo" This episode we get a chance to talk with Brian Dencklau about his winning Moose-aroo Cup build and his podcast "Built Sideways".  Jodi leads the guys in the finale installment of building a model car. Is it really necessary to sand the body up to 12 million grit?  And we get an email! Contact us at: modelcarmaniapodcast@gmail.com Host...

Episode 7 - Good Gosh! The Group Builds! Jodi gives us a recap on the Valley Con Show, while Jason gives us a recap on the 3 hour group build from the Sunday Live Cast.  The guys then dive deeper in the group build world.  A fun a enjoyable time, so take a listen and enjoy.... Contact us at: modelcarmaniapodcast@gmail.com Hosts Jason Hanscom Blue ox model shop https://youtube.com/@blueoxmodelshop3...

Episode 6 - Left Coast Leanings This episode we get the chance to talk to David Wyckoff and Frankie Briseno the creators of the all new model car show The Left Coast Scale Classic! A new style show which will include 1/64th Hot Wheels, 1/25 scale model cars, R/C cars and more! Check out their information on Facebook and Instagram: https://www.facebook.com/share/1C1Zw1uY7U/?mibextid=wwXIfr https://...

In this episode, Justin takes us through the stages of priming, painting, and clearing your model car.  The guys then respond to some listener emails and Mikey joins the cast of Heehaw.  Contact us at: modelcarmaniapodcast@gmail.com Hosts Jason Hanscom Blue ox model shop https://youtube.com/@blueoxmodelshop3405?si=RVYNamqEl4Vq-Cwx Mike Janas Scale model outlaw  https://youtube.com/@scalemodeloutla...

Episode 4 - Holiday Happenings In this episode, the guys tell you about their holiday break, Mikey tells some stories about his trip up north to hang out with some friends and the guys share stories of Christmas presents in the past that they thought were clunky then but turned out to be gold in the end. Contact us at: modelcarmaniapodcast@gmail.com Hosts Jason Hanscom Blue ox model shop https://y...

Episode 3 - Stay In Your Lane or Build Outside of the Genre? In this episode, Justin asks the group about building outside of the model care genre.  BG, Mike, and Justin talk about recent shows they have attended and the guys give their opinion on how to be a good ambassador to to the hobby... Contact us at: modelcarmaniapodcast@gmail.com Hosts Jason Hanscom Blue ox model shop https://youtube.com/...

Episode 2 - The Model Car Mania Crew Get Back to Basics! In this episode, our hosts take you on a journey through the beginning of one of their model car builds. join us as Jodi Doyle leads The Team down the path of creation for an awesome model Kit from opening the box all the way up to prepping the body We also hear about upcoming shows and new model car kits and our good friend Mike from Scale...

Episode 1: The Mania Begins! In the very first episode of the Model Car Mania Podcast, we introduce to you the hosts of the show so you the listeners can get to know us better!  Listen along as we share some background about us and why we are in this amazing branch of the modeling world!  Contact us at: modelcarmaniapodcast@gmail.com Hosts Jason Hanscom Blue ox model shop https://youtube.com/@blue...