Plastic Model Mojo

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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Mike and Kentucky Dave thank each and everyone of you for participating on this journey with us. We are grateful for having you as listeners, and the community that has grown around Plastic Model Mojo makes it all worth while.

In this episode, Dave and Mike touch on the recent AK-Interactive controversy, and have a discussion about this “death of the hobby” some folks seem to be concerned about. Modeling Fluid, Listener Mail, “What Broke Your Wallet”, and a couple of Shout-Outs round out Episode 19.

Listener Jim Ungar offers up a podcast suggestion for car model enthusiasts. Check out Model Car Podcast if you would like some car model content.
Ian McAuley suggests RB Barrels for an affordable and worthwhile upgrade for your armor models.
If you would like to check out listener Cameron Corless’ YouTube channel. Cruise over to Wasatch Modeler and check out some of his video content.
Here is the best link I can find for viewing the 3-Floyds Barbarian Haze box are that we were going on about.

Please keep tuning in for updates regarding the 2021 IPMS National Convention in Las Vegas, Nevada. Updates, as well as, lodging information, and registration details may be found here: natslv2021
Please check out the other podcasts within our circle of mutual support and cross promotion:

Scale Model Podcast
On the Bench
Plastic Posse Podcast
Thanks for listening. If you have a comment or question, please feel free to engage with the show. Email can go to [email protected], or send us a note via Facebook Messenger.

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. We are grateful for having you as listeners, and the community that has grown around Plastic Model Mojo makes it all worth while.

Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/plasticmodelmojo)
Our Patreon is live... you can also support the show here.
Mike and Dave tackle some great listener mail and celebrate the Moosaroo III victory. Joined by Dr. John Miller (aka Dr. Strangebrush), the special segment deals with spraying clear coats.
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!
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Wagon's Ho for Omaha!
2022 IPMS USA National Convention Facebook PageMore 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"

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. We are grateful for having you as listeners, and the community that has grown around Plastic Model Mojo makes it all worth while.

Plastic Model Mojo Episode 70: Mind the Gap - Dr.Strangebrush Talks Seams!
Mike and Dave are joined by John Miller (aka Dr. Strangebrush) and get his take on strategies for eliminating seams.
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.
Join the Mail Bag my emailing the show at [email protected] 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!
Like beer and model building? Check out listener recommended SpruesBrews Scale Modelling
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"Evan McCallum - "Panzermeister36"

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

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. We are grateful for having you as listeners, and the community that has grown around Plastic Model Mojo makes it all worth while.

Support the show (https://www.paypal.me/plasticmodelmojo)
Mike and Dave scrap the bonus episode idea and tackle the feedback to "Death of the Hobby" as the special segment for Episode 25. The "Death of the Hobby" episode generated a large amount of listener feedback. Mike and Dave parse through it, discussing why so many always feel the hobby is on the way out, and why it actually is not!
Mail Bag!
Join the Mail Bag my emailing the show at [email protected] 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!
Countdown to Vegas:
2021 IPMS USA National Convention Web Site2021 IPMS USA National Convention Trophy SponsorshipsFav's and Yawn's:
Border Models Tiger 1 Ausf E, Early ProductionMiniart M3 Lee, Mid ProductionArk Models T-34/85 Model 1943 (YAWN)Das Werk SM U-9 WW1 SubmarineShout-Out Links:
Andy's Hobby HQ YouTube ChannelMore 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 about 12 hours of content a month.

On the Bench
Web: https://otbmodellerspodcast.libsyn.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/On-the-Bench-817919571710526/
Scale Model Podcast
Web: https://scalemodelpodcast.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ScaleModelPodcast/
Plastic Posse Podcast
Web: Plastic Posse Podcast
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PlasticPosse/

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. We are grateful for having you as listeners, and the community that has grown around Plastic Model Mojo makes it all worth while.