Plastic Posse Podcast

Send us Fan Mail We have a Posse only episode - no interviews or guests, just 5 of the 6 of us. (No Jensen ;( ) TJ leads us in a recap of AMPS Nationals, and we also discuss what we like about AMPS  "Judging" and their tiered system for evaluation, feedback, and recognition. We also talk about the "Road to IPMS Nats" as it is only 75 days out!!!  We discuss some amazing listene...

Send us Fan Mail We feature an interview with Microsoft Designer/Model Maker Kit Headley about modeling as a career, as well as a hobby. We also have Erik Brubaker, member of NWSM and AMPS Seattle in the Jim Bates Chair join us for the episode.  We dedicate Episode 69 to the memory of Cornbread, Modeling Social Media rising star and our good friend Jim Bates' friend and pet. We will miss you,...

Send us Fan Mail We feature an interview with the creative team of Bill, Christian, and Wes from Posse Partner Bases By Bill. Their model display products are not only tremendous values, but the quality and innovation they bring to bear on their products for Scale Modelers are incredible! We also talk about a YouTube video from Adam Savage (link below) where he discusses how to process negative th...

Send us Fan Mail We feature an interview with Braile Scale Armor Master Modeler, Alex Clark. We are also joined by Ian Bonner, and we discuss what motivates each of us in our hobby. We also feature a wrap up of our recent Commiesfest show experience. If you would like to become a Posse Outrider, and make a recurring monthly donation of $ 1 and up, visit us at www.patreon.com/plasticpossepodcast ....

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Send us Fan Mail JB, Scott, Doug, and Grant are joined by Rick Lawler for a Livestream that originally aired 3/17. Scott and Grant fixed the audio for this Podcast version. We recap the 48 in 48 Birthday Bash Global Group Build to benefit Models For Heroes, and we also talk about our individual entries. We also make 2 BIG announcements - one that represents the past, and one that represents the fu...

Send us Fan Mail The Posse is back as we have an interview with Military Modelcraft International Magazine. We discuss his background as a modeler as well as a magazine editor, and get his perspectives on model related publishing in 2023.  We also discuss the thrill of retail therapy - getting excited when that new kit, tool, or bottle of paint hits your bench - and whether or not that is a good t...

Send us Fan Mail The Posse is back as we prepare for the 2023 48 in 48 Birthday Bash event to benefit Models 4 Heroes, a charity that we partner with and are passionate about. This event runs Mar 10 - 12 worldwide, and we will be a part of all of the fun! To get ready, we interview the One and Only Malcolm Childs, founder of Models 4 Heroes, and Stephan and Meranda Mertens of Scale Models for Vete...

Send us Fan Mail We have a GREAT conversation and catch up with Jeremy Moore, armor and aircraft  modeler extraordinaire!  We also discuss whether hopping from scale to scale or subject to subject is a good thing, and also why modelers lose confidence, and how to regain that confidence once it is gone.  Speaking of 2023 - check out our show section below for upcoming model events in the first quar...

Send us Fan Mail We have a GREAT conversation and catch up with our favorite Uncle, Martin Kovac! We talk about his newfound enthusiasm, overcoming obstacles, and changes to his Night Shift YouTube channel!  We also discuss having passion for your modeling, without falling in love with it. We also discuss balancing realism versus artistic interpretation. We field some great listener feedback, and...

Send us Fan Mail We are back after a Holiday break, and we try to shake the rust off as we recap 2022 and look forward to 2023. We talk about upcoming shows and plans, and JB leads us in an interesting discussion about 2023 being the year of Modeling WWI subjects, thanks to the efforts of manufacturers like ICM, Copper State, Takom, Miniart, and others. We also include a recording our recent live...

Send us Fan Mail Happy Holidays to all of you as we wrap up 2022 and look forward to 2023!  We interview Patron Deputy Marshall and friend of the Podcast, and we do our annual Holiday review of 2022, along with our look forward to 2023!  Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays to Everyone!!!  If you would like to become a Posse Outrider, and make a recurring monthly donation of $ 1 and up, visit us at...

Send us Fan Mail Our largest Episode ever! More content - same low price! (Free) :) We are joined by an all-star cast to recap the Posse's recent visit to the UK for Scale Model World Telford, Bovington, Cosford, and many other amazing stops along the way!!!! We are joined by John Everett, Jackson Stanton of M36 Modeling, Luke Carswell and Graeme Pearson from Black Rifle Model Worx, John &quo...

Send us Fan Mail Another Jam Packed Episode!  Jim Bates from A Scale Canadian TV joins us! Jim dives right in and helps the Posse out as Doug is MIA. Doug, Grant, and Scott have a great interview with Brian Criner and we talk about his amazing NMF finishes on aircraft models, winning TamiyaCon, and get his unique views and great stories on the hobby. TJ also leads us on "Narrowing your Skills...

Send us Fan Mail This episode is packed to the gills with Model Show Goodness!  Ivan and JB are joined by our buddy Jackson, along with Graeme Pearson and Luke Carswell from Black Rifle Model Worx to talk about Telford SMW, which is just around the corner! Scott and TJ are joined by Jim and Barry from Small Subjects to talk about their Podcast and the recent MMSI show in Chicago, and Doug and Gran...

Send us Fan Mail A Very Special return engagement with Andy Klein from Andys' Hobby Headquarters! We talk about the success of Andy's new 1/16 M4A3E8 Sherman kit, Andy's recent shift into 1/16 armor kits like the Takom Willys Jeep,  and many other topics as  Andy returns to the Posse interview seat.  We also discuss some HUGE news - Andy announces his NEXT kit - and well.... It&apos...

Send us Fan Mail A Very Special return engagement with Andy Klein from Andys' Hobby Headquarters! We talk about the success of Andy's new 1/16 M4A3E8 Sherman kit, Andy's recent shift into 1/16 armor kits like the Takom Willys Jeep,  and many other topics as  Andy returns to the Posse interview seat.  We also discuss some HUGE news - Andy announces his NEXT kit - and well.... It&apos...

Send us Fan Mail Become a Posse Outrider Supporter: https://www.patreon.com/plasticpossepodcast Episode 55 features JB leading us in a discussion about having "One of those Days" at your bench, where everything seems to go wrong, and how to hopefully deal with it. We follow up with a discussion on our oldest shelf queen builds. We also have a fun roundtable discussion wrapping up the rec...

Send us Fan Mail Become a Posse Outrider Supporter: https://www.patreon.com/plasticpossepodcast Episode 54 features 5 of the 6 of us just having a conversation - no segments, interviews, outline, just a conversation about parts of the hobby. If you would like to help support our show through a one time donation, click on the link above to donate, or click the Heart Icon in the upper right hand cor...

Send us Fan Mail Become a Posse Outrider Supporter: https://www.patreon.com/plasticpossepodcast Episode 53  features Doug taking the reins and leading the Posse in discussions about Positive Critique via the Plastic Posse Group and Community, and also making sure to be inspired when you see the work of other modelers, rather than being intimidated. JB talks about our recent experiences at the Las...

Send us Fan Mail Become a Posse Outrider Supporter: https://www.patreon.com/plasticpossepodcast Episode 52  features almost the whole crew - sans JB. We talk about Social Media - looking for and finding the positives out there - and there are many! JB, Ivan,  and Scott also sit down for a repeat visit with our good friend, John "Spud" Murphy from the UK. We talk to John about his modelin...

Send us Fan Mail Become a Posse Outrider Supporter: https://www.patreon.com/plasticpossepodcast Episode 51 features Grant leading JB, Doug, and Scott on two great discussions - one on "Clean Slate" Builds, and one on how to get your models from 95% through that final 5%. JB and Scott also sit down for an AWESOME interview with Andy Klein off Andy's Hobby Headquarters! You won't...

Send us Fan Mail Become a Posse Outrider Supporter: https://www.patreon.com/plasticpossepodcast Episode 50 features the whole crew talking about our amazing adventures getting to and during the 2022 IPMS Nationals in Omaha.  We recap the whole experience and getting to meet modelers from all over the globe! We also talk about our next group build and also talk about #cleanslatebuilds If you would...

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Send us Fan Mail Become a Posse Outrider Supporter: https://www.patreon.com/plasticpossepodcast Episode 49 features Ivan, Doug, Grant, and Scott talking IPMS Nationals in Omaha. Again! Sorry - we are pretty excited! Scott and JB Interview David Bryan Bridges of DB Scale Model Studio, and we feature two excellent discussions on Getting away from Social Media Pressure and putting your work out there...