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Welcome to Episode 65 of The Modelgeeks Podcast!    In this episode, the Modelgeeks are joined by a special guest Mr. John Colasante and he takes the geeks for a brief flyby of the world of 3-D printing.  The Geeks change things up and renamed “Whatcha working on” to “What’s in you pattern”.  Join them as they give the latest on new kits and the latest info in the world of scale modeling.  The Gee...

Welcome to Episode 64 of The ModelGeeks Podcast!    In this episode, the Modelgeeks give their thoughts for the final time on the fallout from the San Marcos NATS.  Listen as the Geeks give their thoughts and solutions to some of the most polarizing issues with the national contest.  The geeks give a roundup of what is on their benches run through some listener email. The other geeks give Whitey t...

Welcome to Episode 63 of The ModelGeeks Podcast! We want this time to thank those that have made the ModelGeeks what it is today,   We have been fortunate to have met some of the great people and make some dear friends over the past three seasons, and want to this time to give you a big old ModelGeeks salute. C heck out all the PAXCON 2023 information here at our club web site by clicking on the P...

Welcome to Episode 62 of The ModelGeeks Podcast! We’re back from the 2023 IPMS USA National Convention in San Marcos TX and it was certainly one to remember.   IPMS Alamo Squadron hit it our of the park this year! Join us as as El Presidente leads us through a recap our experience and hit the high (and a few low) spots from this years convention. C heck out all the PAXCON 2023 information here at...

Welcome to Episode 61 of The ModelGeeks Podcast! We’re dropping this episode a few days early because in this episode we talk about the upcoming…or ongoing 2023 IPMS USA National Convention in San Marcos TX! What are we bringing? What are we looking forward to? Who’s going? Who’s NOT going? (☹ Whitey…). What is the game plan for the MGPC? Settle into the driver’s seat, keep your eye on the road, h...

Welcome to Episode 60 of The ModelGeeks Podcast!  60??? Are you freaking kidding me? Look like we're a man down this episode.  Yes, that was in the last episodes show notes but this time we're missing Frildo as he's on vacation with the Fam! So we welcome Tim Holland, AKA: El Presidente back to the mic!  We have done episodes in the past discussing the stash and tackling the subject...

Welcome to Episode 59 of The ModelGeeks Podcast! Look like we're a man down this episode.  Nemo is on the road again supporting the "work" load in the real world so we welcome Tim Holland, AKA: El Presidente back to the mic!  We are pleased to have the Crew from Bases By Bill join us for sit down interview.  We discuss the geneses behind the company, discover some new products and f...

Welcome to Episode 58 of The ModelGeeks Podcast! In this episode we talk about How to keep the hobby just that a hobby.  The geeks look at different ways to keep it a hobby by laughing at yourself and not sweating tiny 1/72 power levers for a Ki-84 Frank! The geeks also mention how having a friends text group is also a plus. We also discuss what we are In Work on, give you a brief of what’s new ou...

Welcome to Episode 57 of The ModelGeeks Podcast! In this episode we that super sexy natural metal finish and maybe a few technics on how to achieve it!  WAIT!!  We will also welcome old D-Ran back form the land down under!! We also discuss what we are In Work on, give you a brief of what’s new out there in kits, aftermarket, upcoming shows,  as well as discuss some of the news with in the hobby. ...

Welcome to Episode 56 of The ModelGeeks Podcast! In this episode we talk about what inspires us to build what we build, and all aspects of that thing that gets us to the bench to put thoughts into action, a vision into a creation, an idea into something that can be shared…or just to make something cool! We also discuss what we are In Work on, give you a brief of what’s new out there in kits, after...

Welcome to Episode 55 of The ModelGeeks Podcast. The “Double Nickel”  El Presidente joins us for the “Double Nickel” episode, filling in for D-ran who had some work commitments.  El Presidente gives the listeners a 72-scale new kit run down for our 72 scale friends. Of course, we’ll also discuss what we are In Work on, give you a run-down of what’s new out there in kits, aftermarket, upcoming show...

Welcome to Episode 54 of The ModelGeeks Podcast. In this episode we discuss a little bit of everything!  Main topic is a reap of the Northern Virginia Model Classic but when have we every stayed on topic? We will kick off our new segment, ModelGeeks ask; What The...BEEP?  Have you seen that 'thing' on youtube or over in the forums that just make ask; What The "BEEP" are they th...

Welcome to Episode 53 of The ModelGeeks Podcast. In this episode we discuss the Myths, Truths and the what the F&%# did you say? We’ve all ll seen these videos on the You Tubes.  It's time to discuss those hacks that are legit and those that aren't! This is going to drive, both great discussion as well as a little that an ddiscoinetend   Of course, we’ll also discuss what we are In W...

Welcome to Episode 52 of The ModelGeeks Podcast. In this episode we discuss the frustrations of hoping for a version of a nice kit subject, that simply never materializes. Read on… We’ve all built kits or seen kits hit the streets that we automatically think “Oh man, I hope they do the X version of that!” …only for that particular version of a kit to never materialize…for what seems to be unfathom...

Welcome to Episode 51 of The ModelGeeks Podcast. Join us as we re-cap our "First Show of the Season".  We had the privilege of attending the "Old Dominion Open" hosted by IPMS Richmond, VA We will discuss what we are in work on, give you a run-down of what’s new out there in kits, aftermarket, upcoming shows, and other news around the hobby and share a sea story or two As reque...

Welcome to Episode 50 of The ModelGeeks Podcast. We would never have made it to this point without you the listeners.  Many thanks you you all. Join us as we discuss what we are in work on, give you a run-down of what’s new out there in kits, aftermarket, upcoming shows, and other news around the hobby and share a sea story or two We would like to thank all the listeners for the continued support...

Welcome to Episode 49 and Season THREE of The ModelGeeks Podcast. Did I say intakes suck?  Nemo was quick to point out that they do, LITERALLY!  In this episode we how it is we tackle the dreaded intake. We also have a great discussion on HeritageCon 2023 with Duncan Young and Allan Murell of IPMS Hamilton.  You can get show information at: HeritageCon 2023 We will also touch on we are In work on,...

Happy 2023 to you all! Welcome to Episode 48 and Season THREE of The ModelGeeks Podcast. In this episode we discuss our modeling plans and goals for the year ahead as well as a wrap up on our 2022 modeling accomplishments. Of course, we’ll also discuss what we are In Work on, give you a run-down of what’s new out there in kits, aftermarket, upcoming shows, and other news around the hobby.  We woul...

Welcome to Episode 47 of The ModelGeeks Podcast.  In this thought provoking episode Frilldo shines light on our stashes out living us.  As we sit with hundreds of kits in our stash with plenty to keep us busy, we still see fit to add to the stash monster and his appetite for kits grows at a pace that outpaces us. The Model Geeks ask the question, "When is enough, enough"?  Think of the k...

Welcome to Episode 46 of The ModelGeeks Podcast.  Once upon a time we ask, "what was your "ah ha"moment.  Well, now we want to know, do you remember what kit it was or, which technique was it that you learned that took you to the next level? Of course, we’ll also go around the horn and talk about what we are in work on, and also give a run-down of what’s new out there in kits, after...

Welcome to Episode 45 of The ModelGeeks Podcast.  In this exciting episode, we discuss getting better at our hobby, advise where to look and where NOT to look. Of course, we’ll also go around the horn and talk about what we are in work on, and also give a run-down of what’s new out there in kits, aftermarket, upcoming shows, and other news around the hobby.  We would like to thank all the listener...

Welcome to Episode 44 of The ModelGeeks Podcast. In this episode, we get into discussing individual approaches to finish and weathering. Not so much techniques, we’ve discussed that before but how we as individual modelers see a subject, and how we want it represented…whether it be a “show room” finish, a weather beaten relic, or somewhere in between. Of course, we’ll also go around the horn and t...

Welcome to Episode 43 of The ModelGeeks Podcast. Join us as we discuss what kits the Modelgeeks would want to see come out from the big name manufactures. Listen as the Modelgeeks kick it up a notch and say what three kits they would want to see produced if they were given three model wishes. The geeks kick it to the listeners and ask for their wants. As usual we will take you into the projects on...

Welcome to Episode 42 of The ModelGeeks Podcast. Join us as we discuss the future of our hobby as it relates to the youth of today.  What's drawing them away and how do we go about keeping their interest in the hobby.  We are also very excited to bring to you a GREAT interview with one our very special friends and one of tomorrow leaders in the hobby; JJ O'Hara  As usual we will take you...

Welcome to Episode 41 of The ModelGeeks Podcast. We are please to have Spencer Pollard back to the show to discuss his new book series "Modeling An Icon" as well and other subjects like Monograms Century Series builds! We also get an exclusive look into some of Spencers future endeavors!  As usual, we’ll discuss what’s going on around the hobby we love.   The mojo is still burning strong...