Built Sideways Podcast

When we started this last year we had no idea where it was going to go or how well it was going to be received, but we knew we had captured something fun and special during episode 1 and here we are, season 2 and our passion and love for making this show has yet to waver. As a thank you to you guys please enjoy this Festivus special as a holiday gift from the guys at Built Sideways, with special g...

On this episode the guys talk about the different avenues of Mecha Modelling outside of the ol' Gunpla gate, of which are numerous and plenty, our experiences with those other brands and why its a good idea to branch out outside of Gundam and Bandai! Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/builtsidewayspodcast This Episode is proudly sponsored by usagundamstore! To order your copy of Cerule...

Episode 11! On this episode Kyle asks all sorts of questions on color theory, is it important to your builds? What exactly is color theory and how do we apply it? All sorts of education in this one! Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/builtsidewayspodcast This Episode is proudly sponsored by usagundamstore! To order your copy of Cerulean Project Ver. 3 check out The Cerulean Project to...

Episode 10! Brian leads the way as we expand further upon our previous conversation on the tools that we use on the workbench! From the most time-saving equipment to the simplest of simples, we explore what makes the tools we use worth it and maybe...not-so-worth-it. Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/builtsidewayspodcast This Episode is proudly sponsored by usagundamstore! To order yo...

On this episode we talk with the super talented @Gunpla_Enthusiast all about gameplans! from concept to execution and finish what are some of the things that influence are every step when it comes to building. Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/builtsidewayspodcast This Episode is proudly sponsored by usagundamstore! This episode is also sponsored by zencastr! to start your own podcast...

Episode 8! On this episode we welcome the return of @The_Old_Ronin back to the fold where we talk about the issue, or non-issue, of plateauing, is it a problem? Should we be avoiding it at all costs? Lets dive in! Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/builtsidewayspodcast This Episode is proudly sponsored by usagundamstore! This episode is also sponsored by zencastr! to start your own pod...

On this episode we tie Julio down to his chair to make sure he talks all about details! When is enough, enough? Or when is removing detail a good thing? We force Julio to answer! Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/builtsidewayspodcast This Episode is proudly sponsored by usagundamstore! This episode is also sponsored by zencastr! to start your own podcast start with 30% off a pro accou...

On this episode we talk about whether its possible to separate the art from the artist, can you enjoy someones creation while separating their opinions and personality that may not be as savory as we would like it to be  Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/builtsidewayspodcast This Episode is proudly sponsored by usagundamstore! This episode is also sponsored by zencastr! to start...

On this episode we're joined by Sprue Cutters' Union , insidethearmour.com and Models From Ukraine's very own Chris Meddings and talk about his opinions on past episode topics and maybe sprinkle a few new things of our own! Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/builtsidewayspodcast This Episode is proudly sponsored by usagundamstore! This episode is also sponsored by zencastr! to start yo...

Episode 4! On this episode Brian leads the conversation where we talk about the pits and hurdles we've faced when packing built kits for both travel and for courier, in addition we talk about how we store built kits when we're out of space, a problem we all face at some point! Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/builtsidewayspodcast This Episode is proudly sponsored by usagundamstore! T...

Episode 3! In this episode we answer a question from Lorenz on the importance of proportions and differences in the aesthetics we grew up with! Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/builtsidewayspodcast This Episode is proudly sponsored by usagundamstore! This episode is also sponsored by zencastr! to start your own podcast start with 30% off a pro account! https://zen.ai/builtsidewayspod...

In this episode we talk about our Patreon! Why we went this route and what exactly do you get for being a patreon producer! And Shelf Queens! The builds that we didn't exactly see eye-to-eye with, and the burden of having multiple projects at once! Check out our Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/builtsidewayspodcast This Episode is proudly sponsored by usagundamstore! This episode is also sponsored...

Season 2 begins! This episode we talk with the one and only Mike Rinaldi of Rinaldi Studio to talk all forms of weathering, the art of wabisabi and whether Julio will finally make it to 15 minutes, only one way to find out! This Episode is proudly sponsored by usagundamstore! This episode is also sponsored by zencastr! to start your own podcast start with 30% off a pro account! https://zen.ai/buil...

Episode 25! The guys answer a question from @flying_grizzly_plamo on the grey areas within grey areas of the wonderful world of resin, is it illegal? Does it do wrong? Does Pabz need help? Lets answer it all! This Episode is proudly sponsored by usagundamstore! This episode is also sponsored by zencastr! to start your own podcast start with 30% off a pro account! https://zen.ai/builtsidewayspod Ho...

Episode 24! On the episode before our 1 year anniversary for this podcast the boys talk about the differences between a personal build and a competition build and the mindset it takes to take your competition builds to the next level!  This Episode is proudly sponsored by usagundamstore! This episode is also sponsored by zencastr! to start your own podcast start with 30% off a pro account! ht...

In a bid to further expand on some previous topics covered the guys talk more about branching out to other aspects of the model making hobby using their recent experiences to further the talk This Episode is proudly sponsored by usagundamstore! This episode is also sponsored by zencastr! to start your own podcast start with 30% off a pro account! https://zen.ai/builtsidewayspod Hosts: Julio: @Clip...

Episode 22! The guys dive into stigma saying of "Gunpla is Freedom!" and whether it warrants the grief people get when its said, while we're at it lets talk about the title of "Professional Gunpla Builder" and why its a silly title that doesnt exist! This Episode is proudly sponsored by usagundamstore! This episode is also sponsored by zencastr! to start your own podcast start with 30% off a pro a...

Episode 21! In a more "free-flow" episode Brian and the guys have a discussion on whatever is on their minds, keeping the topics loose and the laughs flowing! This Episode is proudly sponsored by usagundamstore! Hosts: Julio: @Clippinubs Brian: @Bro_Builder Kyle: @Clueless_Gunpla_Builder Pabz: @Chris_Pabz

Episode 20! This time we tackle the intricacies of the level of detail achievable and whether or not its worth going into high detail when it comes to scale modelling, and the ethics and honesty behind editing your photos for posts online. This Episode is proudly sponsored by usagundamstore! Hosts: Julio: @Clippinubs Brian: @Bro_Builder Kyle: @Clueless_Gunpla_Builder Pabz: @Chris_Pabz

Episode 19! This time we are joined by the ever-talented @texmerquise to talk about the ever growing problem of sexism in the model-making community, our experiences, our observations and how we've handled or not handled it. This Episode is proudly sponsored by usagundamstore! Hosts: Julio: @Clippinubs Brian: @Bro_Builder Kyle: @Clueless_Gunpla_Builder Pabz: @Chris_Pabz

Episode 18! For the first time we answer a question sent over by @evenkeel_studio as we expand more on the tool conversation we had on episode 4, huge thank you to Even for submitting a question! This episode was proudly sponsored by USAGundamStore! www.usagundamstore.com Hosts: Julio: @Clippinubs Brian: @Bro_Builder Kyle: @Clueless_Gunpla_Builder Pabz: @Chris_Pabz

Episode 17! This time the guys with special guest @the.salty.robot tackle a heavier topic as we try to navigate the topic of mental health and how it relates to the hobby, how we handle our struggles with mental health and why its such an important issue to talk about more in the open! If you're interested in looking into The Cerulean Project check it out right here, all proceeds go towards The Tr...

Episode 16! On this episode the guys talk about the perceived importance of having a sponsorship in the hobby, why is it so coveted? What exactly does having one entail? Lets get into it! While we're at it lets also talk about the spread of misinformation and bad advice in the hobby! This episode was proudly sponsored by USAGundamStore! www.usagundamstore.com Hosts: Julio: @Clippinubs Brian: @Bro_...

Episode 15! On this episode the guys take the time to praise and shoutout some of the builders they admire to help spread some positivity this Valentines Day, they also talk about people copying specific styles and whether that's a good or bad thing! Hosts: Julio: @Clippinubs Brian: @Bro_Builder Kyle: @Clueless_Gunpla_Builder Z: @Gunpla_Ronin Pabz: @Chris_Pabz

Episode 14! On this episode we talk about gatekeeping in the model making community, the different types we've seen and how we've all experienced it, lets also talk about how we react to the things we see out in the community! Hosts: Julio: @Clippinubs Brian: @Bro_Builder Kyle: @Clueless_Gunpla_Builder Z: @Gunpla_Ronin Pabz: @Chris_Pabz