THE AMSHOW Plastic Modeling Podcast

In this episode, we talk with Ken Sweeney, Photographer for the Kansas City Slammers, host club of the Heartland Nationals Model Car Contest, Show, and Swap Meet.  We are talking about what makes a good picture, how to set up your camera and what to consider when taking pictures for magazine and internet submission.   This was a fun episode to record, and we hope you enjoy listening.  Please be su...

In this episode we talk with Bill "Scaled by Snax" Koff all about his processes of painting and making things shine like a diamond in a....  well you get it.   Shout out to The Robs, Justin and Tooch over at the MODELING  INSANITY PODCAST for being good friends and the support you've given over the last few months, it has helped immensely to grow the podcast!   If you would like to...

The AMSHOW Plastic Modeling Podcast presents our first group build.  After careful deliberation over what topic to build, we decided to copy the Model Geeks and do another A-4 Skyhawk Group build!  HAHAHA, just kidding!  We have been wanting to do a Skyhawk build for several years, and as Hasegawa has recently reissued the TA-4J in 1/48 scale and the upcoming 1/48 scale A-4M from Magic Factory, I...

In episode 11, we speak with David Bayon of Detail Junkees about a lot of things as well as the main topic of building automotive interiors. If you would like to show your support, give us a like, or 5 star review on your podcast player.  Or just share the show with your friends.   Visit and join our Facebook page, The AMSHOW Plastic Modeling Podcast and share your works, join in conversations and...

Ken and Steve talk about scratch building, the normal chat about what's new in our hobby realms.  What you might need, things to think about, how to get started.   So tune in on your drive to work, at your bench, or if you just need someone talking about models in the background while you fix your kitchen sink.   As always, we would love to hear from you.  We can be reached at AMSHOWPODCAST@Y...

James Merrit joins us as guest host as we talk about what keeps us going in the model making hobby.  

Getting back at it, Steve and Ken just talking about various topics of modeling.  

Ken and Steve talk about decals.  From choosing the right markings for your model to deciding if gloss or flat finish is correct, listen as we talk about stickers and that sort of thing.  Thank you for listening!  Please rate the show on your podcast platform, it helps us to be more visible in the search function.  Also, tell a friend that may be into modeling.  That is the best way to help us gro...

Welcome to episode 6 of the AMSHOW Plastic Modeling Podcast!  In this episode, we have special guest Kendall Richardson, from The Alternative Modeling Society of Oklahoma, talking about modeling on the road.  Whether you are a traveling industrial roofing installer as Kendall is, or a construction inspector like Steve, you want to keep modeling while on the road to keep your sanity.  We talk about...

In this episode, we discuss some of the various different types of aftermarket parts and kits.  We also have our first celebrity interview with the world renown  CEO of Ukrainian Scale Cars Production (USCP) .   So belly up to the workbench, and put on your headphones and listen in as we chat about all the aspects of plastic modeling while scratching on some plastic. Please rate the podcast as it...

In this episode, guest host Don Brown, a fellow AMSO  club member, talks tools with Steve and Ken.   We talk about whats up on the bench, a few new items from the hobby store, and some listener input.   So get your hobby bench cleaned off and listen in while you scratch on some plastic. Special thanks to our listeners and supporters, without you, there wouldn't be a reason to do this podcast...

Ken and Steve talk about details, detailing and the details of detailing.  From box stock to  full details, they try to cover the finer points of building models and making them look better.  So sit back and enjoy the banter while you chip away at your current model project.   Should you feel the need to contact us, feel free to drop us a line at AMSHOWPODCAST@YAHOO.COM  .  We are happy to hear fr...

In this, the second episode of The AMSHOW, we will be talking about your stash, how you acquired it, and what you do with it.   After a 2 month hiatus, due to COVID and getting over it, we're back with our second episode.  We hope you enjoy, or at the very least, tolerate our banter about this wonderful hobby we love.

Welcome to the AMSHOW!  Where we will be discussing plastic model making, detailing, and modifying and all aspects of the model making hobby.   In this episode, we will be discussing what you should know as you are just getting into the hobby or if you have been away for a long time and don't know where to begin.    If you would care to present comments or opinions, please feel free to email...