On The Bench

In this episode the boys chat to Lincoln Wright who has some exciting news to announce! If you want to reach out to us write to [email protected]. Don't forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ And Chris from Inside the Armour https://www.insidethearmour.com/ If you would like to support our show please go to www.patreon.com/onthebench

In this episode the boys chat to Jeff Herne, the show chairman for NATS 2024 at Madison which is going to be running from the 17th of July to the 20th of July 2024. For more information check out the web page https://nats2024.com We will be there so hope to see you too! If you want to reach out to us write to [email protected]. Don't forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ And Chris from Inside the Armour https://www.insidethearmour.com/ If you would like to support our show please go to www.patreon.com/onthebench

In this episode the boys chat with Chris Miller, the promotions officer for the Queensland Model and Hobby Exhibition which is going to be running on the 17th and 18th of August. For more information check out the web page https://qmhe.com We will be there so hope to see you too! Lots of mail this episode and don't forget if you want to reach out to us write to [email protected]. Don't forget to support the sponsors the show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ And Chris from Inside the Armour https://www.insidethearmour.com/

In this episode the boys chat with renowned figure painter Ben Flood who talks about his painting process and the paints he uses. Check out his work here https://www.facebook.com/ben.flood.125 Lots of mail to read out and don't forget if you want to reach out to us write to [email protected].

Episode 189 is up! In this episode the boys talk to Matthew Grice who has recently taken ownership of a studio scale model of the "Nostromo" spaceship from that iconic movie "Alien". You can follow the restoration on his FaceBook Nostromo studio scale model restoration The model was originally built in 2015 by Germàn Impache of Italy and you can check out his work here. We also have a chat with Peter Davis, the President of SCALEACT, who gives us the lowdown on what to expect at this years show….and it sounds like it is going to be a big one! Check it out here.

This episode is dedicated to James Skiffins wishing him all the best and a speedy recovery! As Dave approaches 60, it is time to consider planning for that one last trip to the great model show in the sky. What is to become of the stash of kits and publications that you have gathered over a lifetime? The boys tackle this very subject.

In breaking news we are excited to share the news from Andys Hobby HQ of the planned release of the 1/16 M113! Dave called it and was on the money! The boys mull this exciting news over as well as a second new M113 announced from AFV club of the Aussie M113A1 LRV in 1/35 scale. We are living in THE golden age for sure!

Dave, Ian and Julian are joined by three Aussie YouTubers to discuss the ins and outs of running a YouTube model channel Lots of mail to read out and don't forget if you want to reach out to us write to [email protected]. To find out more about our guests from this episode, check out their YouTube channels below:- Greg https://www.youtube.com/@ScaleModelGeek Clayton https://www.youtube.com/@workbenchhobbies4316 Stewart https://www.youtube.com/@BlackHatScaleModels

In this episode the boys chat with Chris from model airplane maker to talk about rewards results or efforts? This is a great little discussion based on Chris's latest blog which can be found at modelairplanemaker.com The Possums wars a.k.a The battle of the backyard continues with the Possums 3 to Dave 0. Ian gives an update on the 48 hour build which was a huge success. Julian gives us some bad news regarding the Moosearoo cup and we read your listener mail.

The boys are back from their break with the mailbag, sad news about the Falcon and talking about the 48 hours modellers bash!

In this episode the boys go big with a discussion on 1/16th Armour models and to help us with this huge subject we have brought in Andy from HQ models. The Falcon writes in with what is new in the model world and we dive deep into the mailbag.

G'day benchers.....we have a bonus episode for you! All of the podcasters got together to give you a peek behind the curtin, giving you an inside track about how we started and why we do it. We hope that you will enjoy this as much as we did recording it.

The boys have a heap of trouble trying to stay on target but none the less manage to get some conversation in about the new Kotare Bf 109K-4. Dave wins his battle against the possum, Julian is found out to be too lazy to drive to Ikea and Ian just rolls along. The Falcon delivers with a long list of new kits and the mailbag continues to tongue-tie poor Dave. Oh and don't forget to post pictures of your bench on our fans FB page "On your bench".

Hello and welcome to our first show for 2024. In this episode we are going to look at model shows without competition and have Jim Bates along to help us understand how they work as well as the benefits to the hobby. Dave goes to war against a possum, as well as detailing his excellent modelling start to 2024. There is a HUGE mailbag to chew through....and if you want to write to us you can, [email protected] The Falcon reports in......and is in fine form as usual.

In the final episode for the year the boys have a look at the mailbag and what the Falcon has to say with new kits. Dave and Ian get into an argument about what would sell more...a 1/16 Greyhound or a 1/16 M113......and double down with a bet. It is up to you, dear listener, to decide on who will win. To cast your vote simply go to our community facebook page https://www.facebook.com/groups/500319615476909

Dave Ian and Julian are joined by Michael Gibson to give you the lowdown on silhouette and vinyl cutters. How they work, what you can do with them, ease of use and prices. Also in this episode with have the Falcon writing in with what is new in the modelling world and of course listener mail. And don't forget that we are now available on YouTube ! https://youtu.be/Cqk7xx1smSY?si=YVqfQ5QG1mPFFdWi

Dave, Ian and Julian are back from their adventures in Canberra and make a very poor attempt at listing their three favourite tools. As you can guess it is not long before they are off-topic….but hey, that is how they roll. Also in this episode with have the Falcon writing in with what is new in the modelling world and of course listener mail which contains a very special call to arms to help out a museum.

Hello and welcome to coverage of the 2023 Scale ACT model show from Australia's capital city, Canberra. In this episode the boys talk to:- Brett Green Tony from Horizon Models Jodie and Marissa (Super-duper Gunpla builders) Scott Taylor SMS Paints Lincoln Wright Gav Cross We also find some time to sneak in some listener mail! But sorry, no Falcon this episode….we thought it best to let him roost on his nest for this episode but we promise he will be back next episode! So sit back and enjoy!

Hello and welcome to episode 175! Dave, Ian and Julian are joined by Clayton Ockerby and Peter Davis to chat about the impact of Youtube on our hobby.

Hello and welcome to episode 174! Dave, Ian and Julian are super excited to be joined by the developer of the App "PaintRack" Scott Rays who, it turns out, is a previous winner of the coveted Golden Demon award. Super interesting interview! Also in this episode we have the Falcon writing in with what is new in the modelling world and of course listener mail.

Hello and welcome to episode 173! Dave, Ian and Julian are super excited to announce their new group build which is going to be cars! (Well actually Dave is a tad apprehensive about this). So you can join in or simply follow our progress on our group Facebook page "On your Bench". Also in this episode with have the Falcon writing in with what is new in the modelling world and of course listener mail.

Hello and welcome to episode 172! Dave, Ian and Julian are super excited to talk to two of our good friends Tim Holland (aka El Presidente) and David Knights (aka Kentucky Dave) about the gentleman's scale of 1/72nd. Also in this episode with have the Falcon writing in with what is new in the modelling world and of course listener mail.

Hello benchers! We have a jam-packed show for you! Firstly we chat with Scott Taylor from SMS paints about some new paint colours.....and the uses for his new upcoming colour range is very surprising! Linc joins us to to talk about his new book, Luna Combat, which we eventually get around to talking about, as well as a timely reminder that we should all be having regular health checks. Mail bag, the Falcon and a lot more! So sit back and tune in for a great show!

Hello and welcome to episode 170! Dave, Ian and Julian are super excited to talk to Jodie aka perthzakugirl on Instagram and Marissa aka Winzfactor on Instagram for a deep dive discussion on Gundam and some of the crap that female modellers have to put up with. Gundam is not "new" its been around for well over forty years and is a billion dollar industry in its own right....by far surpassing more traditional modelling styles in both size and revenue. The Falcon writes in with his list of new kits and we dive into the mailbag to read what you have to say.

In this jam packed episode we are joined in the studio by Clayton Ockerby. Who???? Well if you have ever read the "Modelling News" you will instantly recognise his name as one of the regular contributors to that site. He is also the man behind the Youtube channel "Workbench Hobbies" and all round strait up and down kinda guy. Chris Meddings drops in to give us an update on the model scene in Ukraine. A huge mailbag to dive into and of course the crowd favorite....the Falcon writes in with his news.

Welcome to a bonus episode of OTB!!! We have in the studio two special guests who will hopefully help us navigate the strange and mysterious world of Warhammer 40K.

We have a jam packed episode for you! Peter Davis, President of ACT Scale Modellers Society joins us in the studio to talk about the upcoming Model show ScaleACT. Next we have a great conversation with Ian Fraser of IPMS Hamilton and David Vickers the AMPS chief Judge to talk about the differences between 1st 2nd 3rd Vs Gold Sliver Bronze. The Falcon chimes in with whats' new in the modelling world and a sack full of mail to chew through.

The boys are joined by Kevin Futter from KLP Publishing to talk about the 2023 Melbourne model expo. The Falcon gives us news from the modelling world and we have a look at a very thing mailbag.

Hello and welcome to episode 165! Dave, Ian and Julian are super excited to talk to John "Spud" Murphy one of the armour world's most exciting modellers. The Falcon writes in with his list of new kits and we dive into the mailbag to read what you have to say.

Julian is back home and gives us a run down on what he saw and did in Japan. David Lockhart also drops by to give us an update on the upcoming US Nationals in Texas. The Falcon reports in with news and we look at at what you say in the mailbag.

A slightly different episode coming to you from Nowra. Dave is joined by Darrin (D-Ran) Cook, Craig Everson and Ray Davis from a hotel room in Nowra. Dave drove up to Nowra to catch up with Darrin and have a look at the local air museums and was joined by two local(ish) lads to join in the fun.

Hello and welcome to episode 162 ! Dave and Ian (sans Julian) are super excited to talk to Paul Budzik in what we think is an illuminating insight into the man that is for many modellers a "household" name(46) The Falcon writes in with his list of new kits and we dive into a very full mailbag to read what you have to say.

Hello and welcome to episode 161 ! We have a special guest Will Pattison joining us to discuss "Assemblers Vs Builders" in what is sure to be an interesting discussion.(104) The Falcon writes in (36)with his list of new kits and we dive into the mail bag (20) to read what you have to say.

In this episode the boys dive into a smallish mailbag (24:50) then hear from the Falcon about new kits (38:00). The guys then launch into an incoherent discussion ( 49:00)on how to recover (if at all) from modelling mistakes.

In this episode the boys rip through a smallish mailbag (13:00) then hear from the Falcon about new kits (23:50). The guys then have an amazing interview with Jesse about the new car kit manufacturer Diecast Distributors Australia (DDAUS). Jesse gives us the lowdown on the exciting new range of plastic car kits covering the Holden HQ Kingswood and what is planned for the future. The future for car modellers looks exceedingly bright! (39:00)

In this episode the boys chew through a very large mailbag (14:44) then dive into a very large and detailed brief from the Falcon about new kits (35:22). This is followed up with an interview with James Skiffins to give us the low down on the mighty 48 hour build that kicks off on the 10th of March. (106:00)

The boys come off their well deserved break and chat about what they have been doing this past month.

This episode the boys are joined by Sam Dwyer to talk about building Meng's F4 Phantom. We are Sans the Falcon this episode but we do have some listener emails. With Dave overseas the OTB team will be taking a break for a few weeks and will be back on the 17th of Feb 2023.

The boys welcome in 2023 with their plans for the New Year. The Falcon reports in with a LONG list of new kits and we see what you had to say in the mail bag.

For the last show of the season Dave Ian and Julian chat with Dr Strange Brush, a.k.a.John Miller, on airbrush basics. Thank you to all of our wonderful Patreon supporters, SMS paints and of course you, our loyal listers for helping make this show what it is.

This episode the boys have a chat with a very mediocre modeller Brad Belsheim in a wide ranging discussion AMPS, armour modelling, visits to the US and Australia, and everything in between. Despite the fact that Brad is named as a "mediocre modeller", he is in fact a very accomplished award winning builder......but lets' not allow facts to get in front of a good yarn. The Falcon joins us for the last "Whats new" for the year and we dive into the mail bag which has brickbats and bouquets.

Dave Ian and Julian are back in the studio and take time to catch-up with all the mail and news from the Falcon that has built up since they were last all together.

In this episode Dave and Ian venture into the Nation's capitol, Canberra, to enjoy the SCALE ACT 2022 model show. Along the way we find Sam Dwyer who, between trips to various sites and museum visits, joins the boys for the intro. A veritable conga line of guests serve their time behind the mic bringing their own take on the show, the models and their passion. For those of you missing Julian, fear not! He will be back on the next episode along with news from the Falcon and your questions and musings from the mailbag.

The boys look back on the last 149 episodes to talk about the top ten. The Falcon drops his latest list of what is new in the modelling world and the boys dig into yet another huge mailbag.

The boys are joined by Chris Meddings for an interesting chat on his work with supporting Ukraine model production companies via his new podcast as well as the new book. The Falcon returns with his mix of news and comments and of course we have the mailbag. So tune in, sit back and chill out!

Julian is back this episode and joins Dave and Ian in a great interview with the amazing Lincoln Wright as we discuss his new book MK 44. (At the 55min mark) A huge mailbag and exciting news from the Falcon.....all that and more!

Just Ian and Dave this episode as poor Julian is away sick....we wish him all the best for a speedy recovery. The Falcon reports in with news for the hobby regarding new kits. The mail bag is bursting at the seams....so we have a look at what you guys have been keen to share with us. Lastly Ian and Dave have a chat about shelf queens......Dave thinks that they are a sign of a good modeller.

We will be talking about all aspects of our hobby, bringing you news of upcoming releases and having chats about building and painting kits as well as bringing you special guests. This episode we are joined by the President of IPMS U.S.A David Lockhart.

This episode the boys are joined by Sam Dwyer to talk about wheels and tracks for your armour kits. The mail bag is bursting at the seams with lots of emails, and the Falcon reports in with new kits.

The boys are joined by Kevin Futter who gives us the lowdown on KLP Publishing......and the innovating business model that provides you the modeller with excellent resources. The Falcon returns with his mix of news and comments and of course we have the mailbag. So tune in, sit back and chill out!