On The Bench

The boys are joined by Dana Mathes and Rob Booth   to talk about the philosophy behind Modelfiesta'26   judging criteria.   Modelfiesta is the longest running annual modelling event in IPMS region 6 and the contest has grown in quality and size with an average of 120 vendor tables and 600 models on display. On again this coming January 4th, check out the details HERE We also have the usual mailbag...

The boys are joined by Chris Becker and Collin Tatusko to discuss modelling aircraft in flight.   This was a really interesting chat and we hope that it inspires you to consider how you build and display your next aircraft model. You can check the Scale Model Aircraft in Flight community out  here. We also have the usual mailbag and of course, the exciting Patreon wheel of fortune! Leave us a mess...

In this episode we talk with Marissa, a.k.a Winzfactor, about her stunning work painting bugs!  We are also joined by Peter Davis who gives us the lowdown on ScaleACT 2025.

The boys chat with QMHE25 show promotions officer, Chris Miller about their upcoming hobby expo…..and yes we will be at that show! Next we are joined by the missing link, Lincoln Wrong (Wright) to hear about his exciting Ma. K competition. All that as well as the usual mailbag and exciting Patreon wheel of fortune! Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you!...

In this short sharp bonus ep, Dave talks to Tim and Bruce from Modellers Without Borders (MWB); the international non-profit dedicated to building an inclusive and connected modelling community, to announce the launch of its first-ever global online event:  Virtual Model Exhibition 2025 (VMX 25) . https://modellers.org/home/vmx25/

In this episode the boys welcome Alex Johnston, who successfully won the 48 in 48 bid to be the OTB producer for a day. In his role as producer, Alex has chosen the round table discussion on the topic of "Rabbit holes" in our hobby.     We love to know what you have to say, so write to us at   Onthebench64@gmail.com.   Or you can us leave a voicemail at   https://www.speakpipe.com/OTBvoicemail    ...

In episode 214, the boys talk to Paul Pendelton-Brown (Brownie) about the exciting new modelling podcast "Beyond the Box Art"  which will be dropping on May 22nd.  The OTB crew are extremely excited about this new podcast and we would ask all of our followers to have a listen when it drops. Listener mail, Patreon Wheel of Fortune and much more on the show, so sit back a enjoy!  

In this episode a very unwell Dave battles on and the boys talk to Jason Miller form Arms Corps Models. Or you can us leave a voicemail at   https://www.speakpipe.com/OTBvoicemail Please support the sponsor of our show, Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/   If you would like to support our show please go to www.patreon.com/onthebench

In this episode the boys catch up with Rob Riviezzo to examine if our hobby is in a crisis given the current state of world economics and its impact on our hobby.   Fear not!   This is NOT a political rant or discussion, but a look at the current economic situation and the impacts on the hobby that we love.   None of us profess to be economic geniuses, and as such we are coming at this from the la...

In this episode we talk to Greg Lester a.k.a Bacon Bits, one of Australia's most accomplished ship modellers. Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to Onthebench64@gmail.com .   Or you can leave a voicemail at leaving a voice mail.   We sure would love to hear from you! https://www.speakpipe.com/OTBvoicemail   If you would like to support our sho...

Episode 210 and the boys reflect on the 48 in 48 weekend.

In Episode 209 the boys catch up with Rob Riviezzo to have a chat about the model magazine industry. This a particularly long episode so if you want to just hear the interview, jump to the 57 minute mark. Don't forget you can us leave a voicemail at   https://www.speakpipe.com/OTBvoicemail Or write to us   Onthebench64@gmail.com.   Please support the sponsor of our show, Scott from the Scale Model...

In Episode 208 the boys record "live" from their local model shop, The Hobbyman in Narre Warren. Joining the gang at the shop on a busy Saturday morning, we talk to Julia and Brenton about the ins and outs of the shop are get an idea on how they plan and order stock, what kits are the most popular and even meet some benchers who dropped in to say "G'Day". Check out their website hearnshobbies.com...

In Episode 207 the boys are joined by Philip Segal, renowned, writer, director and TV producer   to talk about his passion for model building as well as his amazing YouTube channel Sprueverse. Check out Phil's work   https://www.youtube.com/sprueverse Don't forget you can us leave a voicemail at   https://www.speakpipe.com/OTBvoicemail Or write to us   Onthebench64@gmail.com .   Please support the...

In Episode 206 the boys are joined by James Skiffins to talk about the Models for Heroes 48Hr build and later in the show Duncan Young pops in to give us all the goss on HertiageCON 17. https://48-48.org/ https://www.ipmshamilton.ca/heritagecon You can leave us a voicemail at   https://www.speakpipe.com/OTBvoicemail   Or write to us   Onthebench64@gmail.com .   Don't forget to support the sponsors...

In Episode 205 The boys have a look at the Airfix and Italeri releases for 2025   You can leave a voicemail at   https://www.speakpipe.com/OTBvoicemail   Or write to us   Onthebench64@gmail.com .   Don't forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply   https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/   If you would like to support our show please go to www.patreon.com/onthebench...

In the first episode for the year, the boys consider where they might go in 2026 for a field trip.   In the meantime, Stewart Rolfe and John "Spud" Murphy drop in to talk about the 1/16th Scale M113, building it, painting it, weathering it and displaying it. Great conversation!     The winner of our Patreon Wheel of Fortune is announced….and what a cracker of a prize!   You can leave a voicemail a...

In the last episode for the year, the boys reflect on 2024 and talk about plans for 2025.   Don't forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply   https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to Onthebench64@gmail.com . Or you can leave a voicemail at leaving a voice mail.   We sure wou...

The boys talk about their experiences at Scale ACT.   They are then joined by Evan McCallum a.k.a Panzermeister36 to talk about Armour. You can find his YouTube channel here: Panzermeister36 https://www.youtube.com/@Panzermeister36     Don't forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply   https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ Leave us a message, comment or even ask a...

The boys head North to check out Scale ACT.   Listen in on all the fun and people that they met.   Don't forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply   https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/   Check out this episodes supporters Specmod Models https://www.specmodmodels.com   Black Hat Models YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@BlackHatScaleModels Leave us a message, comm...

Hello benchers! Welcome to episode two hundred !  We dedicate this show to you, our wonderful listeners.  Thanks for the ride and looking forward to your support for the next 200. Cheers! Dave, Ian and Julian. Don't forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply   https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ Check out the supporters of this episode Stewart Rolfe Black Hat Mo...

Julian is back and we find out what he got up to in the ROK.   We spin the Patreon Wheel of Fortune and read the listener mail.   For our next episode, the grand 200th, you to can join in the fun by leaving a voice mail message.   Go to https://www.speakpipe.com/OTB200thEpisode Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you!   Don't forget to support the sponsor...

In this episode it is just Dave and Ian holding down the fort while Julian is gallivanting around the world.   But fear not!   We have a great episode for you and talk to a wonderful model builder, Norman Long which we think you will find interesting. We spin the Patreon Wheel of Fortune read the listener mail. Don't forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply...

In this episode the guys try to explain the different types of glue that we use in modelling along with the ups and downs of each. We spin the Patreon Wheel of Fortune and read the listener mail. The boys are extremely interested to hear what you think we should do for our upcoming 200th episode....so put your thinking caps on and send us your suggestions.     Don't forget to support the sponsors...

In this bonus episode Dave talks to the President of the ACT Scale Modellers' Society, Peter Davis,  about the upcoming ScaleACT 2024 model show.  We chat about the exciting new changes to categories and awards for this years show as well as looking at the program for the weekend as well as what else there is to do in Canberra....and touch on what makes this show Australia's friendliest model show...