The Hobby Happy Hour

In today's episode the lads catch up and have a general chat about this and that. They give a little overview of the new Leviathan box, couple of plans in the works, airbrushes, tyranids, astartes, projects, you name it!   If you'd like to know more about how you can get in touch and enjoy some brilliant discounts on hobby products from our friends at Element Games head on over to our link tree. F...

In today's episode the lads explore the first half of the loyalist chapters and the adeptus astartes. Jono teaches Bob a thing or two about being a loyalist for the imperium and why it's so grand and Bob tries to mention chaos factions at every opportunity.    If you'd like to know more about how you can get in touch and enjoy some brilliant discounts on hobby products from our friends at Element...

In today's episode, the lads take a gander at the golden demon winners from Adepticon 2023. Golden Demon 2023 at AdeptiCon – The Winners Revealed - Warhammer Community (warhammer-community.com) They discuss their personal opinion from the "layman's" perspective on the second half of the entries covering: - Warhammer Age of Sigmar Large Model - Warhammer Age of Sigmar Unit - Warhammer Age of Sigmar...

In today's episode, the lads take a gander at the golden demon winners from Adepticon 2023. Golden Demon 2023 at AdeptiCon – The Winners Revealed - Warhammer Community (warhammer-community.com) They discuss their personal opinion from the "layman's" perspective on the first half of the entries covering: - The open competition - Youngbloods - Small scale - Middle Earth - Duel - Diorama/Battle Scene...

Welcome, again, to the Hobby Happy Hour with me Bob, and me Jono, in today's episode we invite you to grab a brew and settle in for some much needed Warhammer 40k based chatter. If you're just tuning in, then we encourage you to START HERE! We talk about the new releases we've seen so far this year and what we're hoping to see later on. We also go on a tangent and discuss a lot of unrelated nonsen...

In today's bonus episode Bob is joined by Dan as they discuss the book "Daemon World" by Ben Counter. SPOILER WARNING - they discuss key aspects of the plot, so be fair warned!   If you'd like to know more about how you can get in touch and enjoy some brilliant discounts on hobby products from our friends at Element Games head on over to our link tree. Find us at  linktr.ee/hobbyhappyhour     As a...

In today's episode the lads are joined by Mark of Lorehammer fame. They chat about his journey through the wonderful world of podcasting and share a couple of their own thoughts and feelings about their experiences. Conversations turn to what he's up to now, what he's working on and what he's planning including his new podcasts (links below).   Lorehammer Listener Lore | Podcast on Spotify Pillow...

In today's episode Bob tried his very hardest to win Jono round to the idea of the GSC. The final result, may surprise you... As always the lads talk through the main cults known to the imperium and how to achieve the right "look" for the tabletop (or shelf). They also cover how you go around exploring something new and different whilst keeping things "lorically accurate".   If you'd like to know...

In today's episode the boys talk Eldar, or more specifically Asuryani and the Aspect Warriors. Bob manages to confuse himself as he tries to differentiate between Craftworld schemes and aspect warrior schemes and Jono makes an admission on his feelings on the old space elves. The two talk ongoing projects in their Warhammer 40k journey and as always segue dramatically producing the longest blooper...

Bob and Jono are joined by their ol' buddy "Ersatz" in the latest Happy Hour community catch up! They talk Warhammer 40k, Knight Lords and some of Ersatz's latest projects. They also segue and talk living in Japan, how long it would take to trek across New Zealand and general other nonsense. (Check out Ersatz's insta: darthcloner) If you'd like to know more about how you can get in touch and enjoy...

With the new year brings new projects and in the latest episode the lads bring in the new year by going over their plans.  A little re-hashing of how best to set out your plan of attack going into the year and how to set yourself healthy SMART targets to keep yourself motivated. They also tackle how to handle a little de-motivation and hopefully drag you out of your own hobby slump!   If you'd lik...

Join Bob and Jono for their Christmas special ith carolling and festive cheer. They take a look back at the year, some of the releases GW have treated us with,, some of the special news as well as a couple of their favourite episodes they've released.   If you'd like to know more about how you can get in touch and enjoy some brilliant discounts on hobby products from our friends at Element Games h...

In today's episode the lads casually catch up with Duncan Rhodes to talk about his brand new paint line and his amazing Duncan Rhodes Painting Academy They also talk Warhammer, and find out a little about Duncan's favourite aspects of the hobby.   All the paints discussed are 100% available right here: TWO THIN COATS     If you'd like to know more about how you can get in touch and enjoy some bril...

In today's episode the lads try and stay on track and talk primarchs.  A brief overview of each, both loyal and heretical, and some general musing on how you could give some of them representation on the table top as well as their personal feelings on them. They talk ongoing patreon contests and how you can get involved. If you'd like to know more about how you can get in touch and enjoy some bril...

Bob and Jono are joined by their good friend Dupage in the latest "Happy Hour" community segment. Tune in as the lads catch up and hash out some different approaches to the hobby.  Dupage talks about some if his inspirations, motivations and painting techniques (all of which you can check out on his Insta: dupage_miniatures).     If you'd like to know more about how you can get in touch and enjoy...

Join Bob and Jono as they talk chaos knights, in depth. Find out all about the main chaos knight houses, little tasters of lore to help you pad out something of your own and spark a little inspiration. Learn how to tell the difference between your Abominants and your War Dogs and all the other wonderful menagerie of monstrosities the Warhammer 40k universe has to offer. Big announcements are made...

Welcome to our 2nd Happy Hour where we catch up with one of our top patreon supporters (and our first ever Australian guest!).   We have a casual chat about the hobby which is Warhammer 40k and get to know our good buddy Glenn a little better!   If you'd like to know more about how you can get in touch and enjoy some brilliant discounts on hobby products from our friends at Element Games head on o...

In the latest episode Bob and Jono delve into the world of podcasting and the wonderful world of Lorehammer with one of its hosts, Erik. They have a good natter about this and that, share some helpful podcasting tips and a little glimpse behind the curtain. Also, talking lore and a little teaser of how you can take a tiny idea and with a little back and forth iron out some really awesome concepts!...

Welcome to the very first Happy Hour where Bob and Jono join one of our top patreon supporters. In today's episode we are joined by James and we get to chat about his experiences in the hobby, his hobby journey and what he loves most about Warhammer 40k. As always, we all get a little side-tracked and Bob talks a little about our shiny new relationship with the good people at Element Games.   If y...

Welcome back to another episode where the lads discuss the intricacies of knight houses and the various types of knights. This descends rapidly into nonsense as they try to go into detail around the various weapon load outs and what differentiates the different patterns.     Find us at linktr.ee/hobbyhappyhour     As always all views and opinions are purely the views of Hobby Happy Hour and their...

WARNING - This episode contains serious topics and content that some may find upsetting.   In today's episode the lads tackle a serious subject and take a minute to talk about something close to their hearts and relevant to the hobbying community.    Mental health.   Although it's been discussed on previous episodes, Bob and Jono talk about their own experiences and struggles to help normalize tal...

In the latest episode the lads discuss shades and dry brushing. What are they? How do you do it? Why is it important? Disagreements are had over the best approach to dry brushing showing there is no single approach to achieving the results you're looking for. This disagreement is, of course, handled calmly and professionally and does not descend into anarchy very rapidly.     Find us at linktr.ee/...

In today's episode the lads talk a little more about some of the new releases GW has been pumping out! So many! Bob talks a little more about some of his ongoing projects and Jono shares his thoughts on what he's got planned out for the rest of 2022. Things derail quite rapidly with the lack of guidance following the recent HHH writers strike. The union has been brought in to calm them down and re...

In this episode Bob and Jono talk about the Adetpa Sororitas, including (but not limited to) the Sisters of Battle, Sisters Hospitaller, Sisters Dialogus, Sisters Famulous and the mysterious sisters of the Order Fenestrus... They talk a little bit about each of the main orders within the sisters of battle and go on to talk about chaos sisters of battle and other weird and wonderful things to inspi...

The lads discuss the latest releases and their thoughts and feelings. In today's they'll be chatting about the "Squats", contrast paints, the new chaos cultists and daemons and 'hopefully' what they're hoping to see in the not too distant future. Tune in to hear the latest and if you'd like to tell us how you feel find us over at: Instagram - hobbyhappyhour Email - thehobbyhappyhour@gmail.com   li...