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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...

Welcome to Episode 40 of The ModelGeeks Podcast. In this episode we’ll discuss what’s going on around the hobby we love, and in our Main Topic we’ll cover overcoming difficulties in a build. Problem solving is one aspect of modeling I happen to enjoy, it gets you thinking ahead of the build, sharpens the ol’ noggin’, and gives you a feeling of accomplishment…well, if things go well that is.  D-ran...

Welcome to Episode 039 of the ModelGeeks Podcast.  Join us as we give our recap the IPMS Nationals and what our take was on the show.  Listen as the geeks discuss their favorite parts of the Nationals and what models particularly stood out to the Geeks. Of course we’ll 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...

Welcome to Episode 038 of the ModelGeeks Podcast.  Join us as we discuss the IPMS Nationals and the things we do in preparation.   Of course we’ll 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 listeners for the support you have given the show over the past year now.  We also want to thank each of o...

Welcome to Episode 37 of the ModelGeeks Podcast.  In this episode we’re going to dive into a topic that was brought to us by one of our listeners.  Join us as we discuss how real world issues affect / influence our modeling......  Of course we’ll 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 listen...

Welcome to Episode 036 of the ModelGeeks Podcast.  In this episode we’re going to have our friend and fellow Modelgeek Gabe “Rage” Pincelli hang out with us, and share his thoughts on the hobby, talk about real world flying and share his take on the hobby we all enjoy. Of course we’ll also give a run-down of what’s new out there in kits, aftermarket, upcoming shows, and other news around the hobby...

Welcome to The ModelGeeks Podcast. Can you remember that "ah ha" moment; the moment you decided to get serious about the hobby?  Join us as we take a little trip down memory lane and discuss when and why we decided to take the hobby seriously.  We’ll also give a run-down of what’s new out there in kits, aftermarket, upcoming shows, as we as some of the other news from around the hobby. ...

Welcome to The ModelGeeks Podcast. Join us as we welcome our very good friends, Bert Kinzey and Rock Roszak of Detail & Scale!! We’ll 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 listeners for the support you have given the show over the past year now. We hope to see you out and about as we hi...

Welcome to The ModelGeeks Podcast. This episode Scott leads the Geeks on a discussion about how do we paint natural metal finishes.  We also have another guest host an original OG Mr. Justin Lentz. Justin gives the listeners a run down of who he is and what he builds.  The geeks go over the entire process of laying down paint, weathering, and everyones favorite, putting decals on a natural metal f...

Welcome to The ModelGeeks Podcast. Well,  Show and Contest season is upon us! Alright we’ve discussed model contests before here on the Geeks but let’s talk shows/contests from the perspective of being “in show season”! We’re in the midst of planning our first show down here in Pax River (PAXCON23), and we’re learning really quickly how much work goes into planning and running a successful, i.e. F...

Welcome to The ModelGeeks Podcast.  Listen in as the Geeks with special guest Tim "El Presidente" Holland filling in for D-ran discuss 3-D printing and its impact on the hobby.  The Geeks also sit down with Dave Roof President and CEO of Flying Leathernecks Decals and get the history around the brand and where he thinks 3-D printed is going in the hobby.  Of course we’ll also give a run-...

Welcome to The ModelGeeks Podcast.  Join the Geeks as Nemo lays out how he gets that perfect TPS finish and Frilldo learns about the hole in the top of Mr. Hobby spray cans and how it is there to decant your paint.  Nemo tells the listeners how he does his TPS on his models.   Frank Blanton stops by and gives the Geeks an interview with  a rundown on AMPS style judging.   Of course we’ll also give...

Welcome to The ModelGeeks Podcast.  We are very happy and privileged to have Sean King from Primed Model Works YouTube Channel and TJ Haller from the Plastic Posse Podcast join us as guest hosts for EP29.  In this episode we do a little recap of the Old Dominion Open (ODO) held by IMPS Richmond.  In our main topic we scratch the surface of scale modeling benefits as it relates to both stress and m...

Welcome to Episode 028 of the ModelGeeks Podcast.  In this episode we’re going to discuss hanging out with your modeling buddies and building away from the comfort of your bench…taking the hobby on the road! Do you have a group of friends who build? If so, make a plan to get together, do some model building, tell some tall tales, have a drink or two, and enjoy some camaraderie.     Of course we’ll...

Welcome to Episode 027 of the ModelGeeks Podcast.  In this episode we will announce the winners of The ModelGeeks Podcast One Year Anniversary Giveaway!!  Make sure you listen closely as the winners are announced throughout the show! We would like to thank all of the listeners for the support you have giving the show over the past year and we look forward to the year to come.  Hope to see you out...

Welcome to Episode 026 of the ModelGeeks Podcast.  In this episode and Nemo will lead us in as we discuss modeling references; is that something that you use?  We do for sure, and we will discuss them in depth!! We also want to remind you that the one-year anniversary giveaway entry will close at 1800 EST tonight so listen up to the instructions on how to enter, TIME IS RUNNING OUT!!    So, fire u...