Plastic Model Mojo – Details, episodes & analysis

Join us in this month’s 12-Minute Model Sphere as we gear up for the Military Modelers Club of Louisville Invitational in Louisville, Kentucky, happening on September 28th. We'll discuss the fantastic venue at Paroquet Springs Conference Center and the myriad attractions nearby, making it a perfect outing for the whole family. Reminisce with us about past shows and the good times shared, and learn why this location holds a special place in our hearts.

We also have fresh and exciting content lined up from Plastic Model Mojo! Starting with episode 123, now rebranded as "Shop Talk with Mike and Kentucky Dave," we promise engaging and relatable conversations on various topics. Episode 124 will feature the ever-popular "Wheel of Accidental Wisdom" segment, and we hope to have Chris Wallace from Model Airplane Maker join us for some insightful discussions. We're still taking your topic suggestions, so don't hesitate to send them our way. Tune in for all this and more in our September episodes.


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How do you keep your modeling spirit high amidst life's interruptions? Join us as we savor the cooler weather and the extra modeling time it brings in this episode of Plastic Model Mojo. Mike and Dave share how our collective hobby enthusiasm is soaring, and we discuss the remarkable benefits of making progress with small, regular steps rather than waiting for those elusive large blocks of time. We share personal anecdotes and practical advice on maintaining our hobby, even when life throws us curveballs. Plus, we express our heartfelt gratitude for the thoughtful gifts from our listeners, including some excellent Buffalo Trace Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey and Crop Circle Wheat beer from the Great Dane microbrewery.

Our episode brims with exciting updates from the international modeling community. Learn about a first time guest from the UK to the 2025 United States National Convention in Hampton, Virginia, and the resurgence of a Gundam build group in Middle Tennessee. We highlight impressive book finds on Japanese aircraft and submarines, and share upcoming events like the West Midlands Police Scale Model Club's speed-build of a 24th scale Airfix Spitfire at Duxford. Listener queries about surprising discoveries in the hobby spark discussions on innovative tools and historical findings in military modeling, showcasing the ever-evolving nature of our beloved pastime.

A special conversation with modeler William Adair takes center stage as he shares his journey from teenage kit building to scratch-building 1:144 scale pre-World War I and World War I aircraft. William dives into the challenges and rewards of creating such detailed models, offering insights into his unique career and the skills he has developed along the way. From mastering magnification and wing detail to creating custom decals and using them as construction materials, this episode promises a comprehensive and enriching experience for all model enthusiasts.

First World War Aircraft in Scale: Scratchbuilding in 1/144 Scale

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Discover the irreplaceable blend of creativity and camaraderie that makes Wonderfest in Louisville, Kentucky, truly unforgettable. Join us on this special edition of the 12-Minute Model Sphere, now temporarily transformed into the "Totally Massive Model Sphere," as we recount our exhilarating experiences at the event. We had the chance to meet Canadian modeling celebrity Anthony Goodman, who dazzled us with his first-ever seminar at Wonderfest. We'll share our reflections on the event's evolution, its significance in the modeling world, and the impressive displays that captured our imaginations.

What happens when sci-fi modelers from across the globe come together for one epic gathering? We explore the unique bond among modelers, recounting heartwarming stories of road trips, friendships, and the thrill of seeing one's work appreciated by peers. We'll spotlight exceptional talents like Jason Eaton and discuss the fascinating techniques used for weathering both traditional aircraft and fictional spacecraft. Plus, we share practical tips on maintaining a dust-free workspace and conquering the dreaded "Shelf of Doom."

Finally, get an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the magic of model-making. From the pioneering efforts of Millicent Patrick to navigating the complexities of licensing agreements for iconic franchises, this episode is packed with inspiring stories. Hear from industry experts Bruce McRae and Jeff Groves as they offer their unique perspectives and celebrate the growth of our dojo community. We wrap up by encouraging everyone to share their completed models proudly, reminding our listeners of the endless creative possibilities that lie ahead.


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Mike and Dave tackle a pile of listener mail, and then offer some insight into the various supplies and other "no tool" kit found in their workshops!

Check out  TacketZ, our latest sponsor,  for handy tools and workbench organizers!

Plastic Model Mojo is brought to you by  Model Paint Solutions !  Check out John Miller's site for the best in airbrushing, both equipment and tips of the trade.

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Join the Mail Bag my emailing the show at plasticmodelmojo@gmail.com or sending us a message via Facebook Messenger system from the Plastic Model Mojo Facebook page.  If you do, please tell us where you are from.  We like to know!

Wagon's Ho for Omaha!
2022 IPMS USA National Convention Facebook Page

More Podcast Goodness to get you through the week!
Finally, please have a listen and subscribe to our fellow podcasts in the scale model space. We all have our own take on the hobby and enjoy cooperating with each other for our mutual success.  Collectively, we are bringing you  hours of content a month.

Check out all the podcasts in the modelsphere here:
http://modelpodcasts.com/

And some Vlog and Blog Action for you as well!
Chris Wallace's "Model Airplane Maker"
Steven Lee's "Sprue Pie with Frets"
Jim Bates' "A Scale Canadian TV"
Jeff Groves' "Inch High Guy"

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Bump Riffs Graciously Provided by Ed Baroth
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Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/plasticmodelmojo)

Our Patreon is live... you can also support the show here.

Plastic Model Mojo kicks off the first installment of what we hope is a more regular appearance of good friend and show sponsor, Dr. John Miller of Model Paint Solutions.  aka Dr.  Strangebrush in "The Dr. Strangebrush Files #1:   The good doctor offers some insight into the common "Bubble in my Paint Cup" issue,  provides further support for the recommended Liquitex acrylic additives,  and we touch on some decaling basics as well.

The listener mail bag is stuffed full again, including a word from  Brandon Jacob of Houston, Texas,  and the skinny on how his show,  Winter Blitz went down!  A video show report can be found here at Mr G's Workshop!

Dave's recommended assembly jig for 1/72nd Aircraft from Vertigo!



Check out  TacketZ, our latest sponsor,  for handy tools and workbench organizers!

Plastic Model Mojo is brought to you by  Model Paint Solutions !  Check out John Miller's site for the best in airbrushing, both equipment and tips of the trade.

Mail Bag!
Join the Mail Bag my emailing the show at plasticmodelmojo@gmail.com or sending us a message via Facebook Messenger system from the Plastic Model Mojo Facebook page.  If you do, please tell us where you are from.  We like to know!

Wagon's Ho for Omaha!
2022 IPMS USA National Convention Facebook Page

More Podcast Goodness to get you through the week!
Finally, please have a listen and subscribe to our fellow podcasts in the scale model space. We all have our own take on the hobby and enjoy cooperating with each other for our mutual success.  Collectively, we are bringing you  hours of content a month.

Check out all the podcasts in the modelsphere here:
http://modelpodcasts.com/

And some Vlog and Blog Action for you as well!
Chris Wallace's "Model Airplane Maker"
Steven Lee's "Sprue Pie with Frets"
Jim Bates' "A Scale Canadian TV"
Jeff Groves' "Inch High Guy"

Give us your Feedback!
Rate the Show!

Support the Show!
Patreon
Buy Me a Beer
Paypal

Bump Riffs Graciously Provided by Ed Baroth
Ad Reads Generously Provided by Bob "The Voice of Bob" Bair

Mike and Kentucky Dave thank each and everyone of you for participating on this journey with us.

Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/plasticmodelmojo)

Our Patreon is live... you can also support the show here.

A New Modeling Year Begins... and along with it, another season of Plastic Model Mojo!

Thank you to all our supporters who make this not only possible, but a heck of a lot of fun!

Mike and Dave talk with Brandon Jacob of Houston, Texas, discussing his attendance at Model Fiesta in New Braunfels, Texas,  We also hear about  Winter Blitz, a show coming up soon in College Station, TX, chaired by Brandon, and  hosted by the Texas Independent Modelers! Finally we here a little of what it has been like for Brandon to return to active scale modeling after 30 years away from the hobby!

Our listeners also suggested a few online resources for your consideration, please check them out... and tell'em we sent you!

Strobez Miniature Modelling Museum for some modeling related to "The Adventures of Tintin"

Scale Studio Youtube Channel produced by one of your fellow PMM listeners!

Check out  TacketZ, our latest sponsor,  for handy tools and workbench organizers!

Plastic Model Mojo is brought to you by  Model Paint Solutions !  Check out John Miller's site for the best in airbrushing, both equipment and tips of the trade.

Mail Bag!
Join the Mail Bag my emailing the show at plasticmodelmojo@gmail.com or sending us a message via Facebook Messenger system from the Plastic Model Mojo Facebook page.  If you do, please tell us where you are from.  We like to know!

Wagon's Ho for Omaha!
2022 IPMS USA National Convention Facebook Page

More Podcast Goodness to get you through the week!
Finally, please have a listen and subscribe to our fellow podcasts in the scale model space. We all have our own take on the hobby and enjoy cooperating with each other for our mutual success.  Collectively, we are bringing you  hours of content a month.

Check out all the podcasts in the modelsphere here:
http://modelpodcasts.com/

And some Vlog and Blog Action for you as well!
Chris Wallace's "Model Airplane Maker"
Steven Lee's "Sprue Pie with Frets"
Jim Bates' "A Scale Canadian TV"
Jeff Groves' "Inch High Guy"

Give us your Feedback!
Rate the Show!

Support the Show!
Patreon
Buy Me a Beer
Paypal

Bump Riffs Graciously Provided by Ed Baroth
Ad Reads Generously Provided by Bob "The Voice of Bob" Bair

Mike and Kentucky Dave thank each and everyone of you for participating on this journey with us.

Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/plasticmodelmojo)

Our Patreon is live... you can also support the show here.

2021: A Modeling Year in Review

Mike and Dave size up 2021 in terms of their hobby experiences and for Plastic Model Mojo. Listen in as they recap show attendance, modeling output, as well as their modeling adjacent activities of the past 12 months.

If you are in the College Station, Texas region, please consider Winter Blitz, hosted by the Texas Independent Modelers!

Our listeners also suggested a few online resources for your consideration, please check them out... and tell'em we sent you!

Strobez Miniature Modelling Museum for some modeling related to "The Adventures of Tintin"

Scale Studio Youtube Channel produced by one of your fellow PMM listeners!

Check out  TacketZ, our latest sponsor,  for handy tools and workbench organizers!

Plastic Model Mojo is brought to you by  Model Paint Solutions !  Check out John Miller's site for the best in airbrushing, both equipment and tips of the trade.

Mail Bag!
Join the Mail Bag my emailing the show at plasticmodelmojo@gmail.com or sending us a message via Facebook Messenger system from the Plastic Model Mojo Facebook page.  If you do, please tell us where you are from.  We like to know!

Wagon's Ho for Omaha!
2022 IPMS USA National Convention Facebook Page

More Podcast Goodness to get you through the week!
Finally, please have a listen and subscribe to our fellow podcasts in the scale model space. We all have our own take on the hobby and enjoy cooperating with each other for our mutual success.  Collectively, we are bringing you  hours of content a month.

Check out all the podcasts in the modelsphere here:
http://modelpodcasts.com/

And some Vlog and Blog Action for you as well!
Chris Wallace's "Model Airplane Maker"
Steven Lee's "Sprue Pie with Frets"
Jim Bates' "A Scale Canadian TV"
Jeff Groves' "Inch High Guy"

Give us your Feedback!
Rate the Show!

Support the Show!
Patreon
Buy Me a Beer
Paypal

Bump Riffs Graciously Provided by Ed Baroth
Ad Reads Generously Provided by Bob "The Voice of Bob" Bair

Mike and Kentucky Dave thank each and everyone of you for participating on this journey with us.

Give us your Feedback!
Rate the Show!

Support the Show!
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Buy Me a Beer
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Bump Riffs Graciously Provided by Ed Baroth
Ad Reads Generously Provided by Bob "The Voice of Bob" Bair

Mike and Kentucky Dave thank each and everyone of you for participating on this journey with us.

Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/plasticmodelmojo)

Our Patreon is live... you can also support the show here.

A Sticky Situation...

Per a listener's suggestion, Mike and Dave give a rundown on the adhesives found on their benches, as well as a bit about when and how they use them!

Check out  TacketZ, our latest sponsor,  for handy tools and workbench organizers!

Plastic Model Mojo is brought to you by  Model Paint Solutions !  Check out John Miller's site for the best in airbrushing, both equipment and tips of the trade.

Mail Bag!
Join the Mail Bag my emailing the show at plasticmodelmojo@gmail.com or sending us a message via Facebook Messenger system from the Plastic Model Mojo Facebook page.  If you do, please tell us where you are from.  We like to know!

Wagon's Ho for Omaha!
2022 IPMS USA National Convention Facebook Page

More Podcast Goodness to get you through the week!
Finally, please have a listen and subscribe to our fellow podcasts in the scale model space. We all have our own take on the hobby and enjoy cooperating with each other for our mutual success.  Collectively, we are bringing you  hours of content a month.

Check out all the podcasts in the modelsphere here:
http://modelpodcasts.com/

And some Vlog and Blog Action for you as well!
Chris Wallace's "Model Airplane Maker"
Steven Lee's "Sprue Pie with Frets"
Jim Bates' "A Scale Canadian TV"
Jeff Groves' "Inch High Guy"

Give us your Feedback!
Rate the Show!

Support the Show!
Patreon
Buy Me a Beer
Paypal

Bump Riffs Graciously Provided by Ed Baroth
Ad Reads Generously Provided by Bob "The Voice of Bob" Bair

Mike and Kentucky Dave thank each and everyone of you for participating on this journey with us.

Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/plasticmodelmojo)

Our Patreon is live now as well!

It's a StuG Life...

Mike and Dave welcome back Evan McCallum (aka PanzerMeister36).   Listen in  as Mike and Evan geek out on the SturmGeschutz III as a modeling subject, leaving Dave bewildered.

Check out  TacketZ, our latest sponsor,  for handy tools and workbench organizers!

Plastic Model Mojo is brought to you by  Model Paint Solutions !  Check out John Miller's site for the best in airbrushing, both equipment and tips of the trade.

Mail Bag!
Join the Mail Bag my emailing the show at plasticmodelmojo@gmail.com or sending us a message via Facebook Messenger system from the Plastic Model Mojo Facebook page.  If you do, please tell us where you are from.  We like to know!

Wagon's Ho for Omaha!
2022 IPMS USA National Convention Facebook Page

More Podcast Goodness to get you through the week!
Finally, please have a listen and subscribe to our fellow podcasts in the scale model space. We all have our own take on the hobby and enjoy cooperating with each other for our mutual success.  Collectively, we are bringing you  hours of content a month.

Check out all the podcasts in the modelsphere here:
http://modelpodcasts.com/

And some Vlog and Blog Action for you as well!
Chris Wallace's "Model Airplane Maker"
Steven Lee's "Sprue Pie with Frets"
Jim Bates' "A Scale Canadian TV"
Jeff Groves' "Inch High Guy"

Give us your Feedback!
Rate the Show!

Support the Show!
Patreon
Buy Me a Beer
Paypal

Bump Riffs Graciously Provided by Ed Baroth
Ad Reads Generously Provided by Bob "The Voice of Bob" Bair

Mike and Kentucky Dave thank each and everyone of you for participating on this journey with us.