Catch the buzz surrounding the Smoky Mountain Model Con as we connect with show chairmen, Michael Polin and Johnny Galza. Despite the occasional sniffle, we're unpacking the excitement of the Knoxville Scale Modelers Association's 41st annual gathering — a nexus for creativity and community. Delve into the categories from meticulously crafted aircraft, armor, ships, automotive, etc., to the fantastical realms of Gundam models. Then, navigate the nuts and bolts of event orchestration with us, fro...
Apr 29, 2024•22 min
Nearly two decades had passed since Mike and Kentucky Dave ventured into the AMPS International Convention, an arena for the most ardent armor model enthusiasts. Expect the unexpected as we recount the warm community embrace, the surprising evolution of the event, and the tingle of nostalgia mixed with the excitement of the new. From the detailed discussions of model entries to the joy of vendor discoveries, this episode is a rendezvous with memories, a treasure trove of modeling tales, and a re...
Apr 20, 2024•1 hr 29 min
Ever wonder how a modeler's passion stays ignited through every meticulous build? Grab your favorite modeling fluid and join Mike and Kentucky Dave as they traverse the ins and outs of keeping our scale-modeling fires burning. From the details on new P38 book from Detail and Scale to the fascinating finds at HeritageCon, we cover it all. And while we're sharing a toast to our recent endeavors with a delightful black cherry hard cider and a smooth Bulleit bourbon, we'll delve into the importance ...
Apr 05, 2024•1 hr 49 min•Ep. 113
Summary In this episode, Mike and Dave reflect on the first quarter of the year and discuss their experience at HeritageCon 16. They talk about the accommodations, the meet and greet with other modelers, and the overall show experience. They also mention the upcoming AMPs International Convention and share their plans for future episodes. Lastly, they provide an update on the Plastic Model Dojo Facebook group and encourage listeners to join and participate in the conversations. Takeaways Heritag...
Apr 01, 2024•16 min
Mike and Dave are joined by Mike Idacavage for a conversation about real space modeling. Here are a few resources provided by Mike Idacavage to further your interest in real space modeling. Real Space Modelers Newsgroup Historic Space Models FB Group Real Space Modeling Resources (Sven Knudson) Real pace Models Resin Kits Kapton Foil Blanket Materials Also remember to attend the Real Space Modeler's seminar at the IPMS National Convention. Support the Show with any of these options! Patreon Buy ...
Mar 22, 2024•1 hr 54 min•Ep. 112
For March, Mike and Dave talk to the IPMS Hamilton team about the rapidly approaching HeritageCon 16 , most probably the largest one day show in North America. Folks, if you can make it... please do! HeritageCon In addition, the Plastic Model Mojo support for the IPMS/USA National Convention will now be part of the Model Show Spotlight. So follow these short feature for the latest on the All American Red, White, and Blue . Nats2024.com Support the Show with any of these options! Patreon Buy Me a...
Mar 13, 2024•22 min
Mike and Dave dive into the unknow (at least to them)… Join in as they learn about Freddy Flypogger, Aurora Monsters, and a modeling genre for which they knew little about before. Support the Show with any of these options! Patreon Buy Me a Beer Paypal The Plastic Model Mojo Merchandise Store Model Paint Solutions Your source for Harder & Steenbeck Airbrushes and David Union Power Tools SQUADRON Adding to the stash since 1968 Model Podcasts Please check out the other pods in the modelsphere!...
Mar 08, 2024•1 hr 56 min•Ep. 111
Summary In this episode, Mike and Kentucky Dave discuss upcoming contests and shows, including their recent visit to the Columbus show. They also preview the upcoming episodes, which will cover topics such as Freddy Flyplogger kits and real space modeling. The hosts highlight the active and supportive community in the Plastic Model Mojo Dojo Facebook group. They encourage listeners to join the group and promote the podcast to reach more modelers. The episode concludes with shoutouts and a thank ...
Mar 01, 2024•11 min
PanzerMeister36, Evan McCallum joins Mike and Kentucky Dave for a trip on the revamped Wheel of Accidental Wisdom! Mike's Modeling Fluid Kentucky Dave's Modeling Fluid Evan McCallum's Modeling Fluid Squadron Hobbies IPMS/USA IPMS/USA 2024 National Convention IPMS/Canada AMPS KCCON 2024 Support the Show with any of these options! Patreon Buy Me a Beer Paypal The Plastic Model Mojo Merchandise Store Please support our sponsors! Model Paint Solutions Your source for Harder & Steenbeck Airbrushe...
Feb 23, 2024•1 hr 51 min•Ep. 110
AtlantaCon 2024 Mike and Kentucky Dave host Kim Elmore of IPMS: Atlanta and Mike Idacavage or IPMS: Marietta Scale Modelers , as they give us the details on the upcoming AtlantaCon 2024 Support Plastic Model Mojo through any of the options below! Patreon Buy Me a Beer Paypal The Plastic Model Mojo Merchandise Store SQUADRON Adding to the stash since 1968 Model Podcasts Please check out the other pods in the modelsphere! PMM Merchandise Store Support the show with PMM Merchandise! Disclaimer: Thi...
Feb 21, 2024•13 min
Mike's Modeling Fluid Kentucky Dave's Modeling Fluid Squadron Hobbies Free Time Hobbies IPMS/USA IPMS/USA 2024 National Convention IPMS/Canada AMPS Support the Show with any of these options! Patreon Buy Me a Beer Paypal The Plastic Model Mojo Merchandise Store 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...
Feb 09, 2024•2 hr 28 min•Ep. 109
February is a short month, but Mike and Kentucky Dave hope to keep it coming. Check out what's in store for February 2024! Support the Plastic Model Mojo with any of these options! Patreon Buy Me a Beer Paypal The Plastic Model Mojo Merchandise Store 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 pa...
Feb 02, 2024•10 min
Friend of the show and host of A Scale Canadian TV , Jim Bates drops in to share the essentials for the Upcoming Model Mania show in Seattle, WA. Held at the Museum of Flight and hosted by the Northwest Scale Modelers Club . Support the Plastic Model Mojo with any of these options! Patreon Buy Me a Beer Paypal The Plastic Model Mojo Merchandise Store 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 Generousl...
Feb 01, 2024•10 min
Mike and Dave welcome Paul Budzik to Plastic Model Mojo! Mike's Modeling Fluid Kentucky Dave's Modeling Fluid Whitey's Six Million Dollar Man Link Anigrad Model's HL-10 Lifting Body Paul Budzik's YouTube Channel IPMS/USA IPMS/USA 2024 National Convention IPMS/Canada AMPS Support the Show with any of these options! Patreon Buy Me a Beer Paypal The Plastic Model Mojo Merchandise Store Give us your Feedback! Rate the Show! Support the Show! Patreon Buy Me a Beer Paypal Bump Riffs Graciously Provide...
Jan 26, 2024•2 hr 13 min•Ep. 108
The first is a series of podcast roundtables, featuring personalities from many of your favorite shows. Support the Show with any of these options! Patreon Buy Me a Beer Paypal Looking for some PMM Merch? Check it all out in the Plastic Model Mojo Merchandise Store 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 everyon...
Jan 23, 2024•2 hr
Leigh Edmonds' Little Aviation Museum Support the Show with any of these options! Patreon Buy Me a Beer Paypal Looking for some PMM Merch? Check it all out in the Plastic Model Mojo Merchandise Store 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....
Jan 13, 2024•1 hr 58 min•Ep. 107
Summary In this episode, Mike and Kentucky Dave discuss their plans and expectations for the new year. They reflect on the past year and express excitement for the upcoming modeling shows in 2024. They also announce upcoming episodes with guests from California and discuss the active community in the Plastic Model Dojo. Additionally, they share their new partnership with Squadron Hobbies and express their anticipation for what the year will bring. They conclude with New Year wishes for their lis...
Jan 01, 2024•10 min
Mike and Kentucky Dave wrap up 2023 with a conversation with a great modeler and friend that we made along the year's modeling journey. Enjoy our chat with Australian modeler, Paul Gloster. Paul's Facebook page Glossykits . Support the Show with any of these options! Patreon Buy Me a Beer Paypal Looking for some PMM Merch? Check it all out in the Plastic Model Mojo Merchandise Store Give us your Feedback! Rate the Show! Support the Show! Patreon Buy Me a Beer Paypal Bump Riffs Graciously Provide...
Dec 30, 2023•1 hr 33 min•Season 4Ep. 106
Summary Brandon Jacob discusses the Winter Blitz model show, which is held annually at the Museum of the American GI in College Station, Texas. The show has been successful due to its timing in January, the unique location, and the focus on armor models. The show has experienced growth over the years and has expanded its categories. The judging format follows a gold, silver, bronze system, and the show is unaffiliated with any modeling societies. More information about the show can be found on t...
Dec 24, 2023•20 min
Mike's Modeling Fluid Kentucky Dave's Modeling Fluid The Plastic Model Mojo Merchandise Store Winterblitz IPMS Chattanooga Contest IPMS/USA IPMS/USA 2024 National Convention IPMS/Canada AMPS Support the Show with any of these options! Patreon Buy Me a Beer Paypal 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 ...
Dec 15, 2023•1 hr 55 min•Ep. 105
Mike and Dave dish on what's coming up in December, albeit a tad late... But!... pleased to announce the Plastic Model Mojo Merch Store ! 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....
Dec 05, 2023•11 min
Blogger Steve Lee of "Sprue Pie with Fret" joins Mike and Kentucky Dave for a casual conversation about the current wealth of 3D printed parts, kits, and print files from the perspective of the consumer. Support the Show with any of these options! Patreon Buy Me a Beer Paypal 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 ...
Dec 02, 2023•2 hr 25 min•Ep. 104
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....
Nov 17, 2023•2 hr 4 min•Season 4Ep. 103
David's Modeling Fluid Mike's Modeling Fluid Model Paint Solutions IPMS/USA IPMS/Canada AMPS AMPS 2024 National IPMS/USA 2024 National Convention Rob Tarus Canopies Falcon Canopies 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....
Nov 03, 2023•2 hr 8 min•Season 4Ep. 102
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....
Nov 01, 2023•13 min
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....
Oct 20, 2023•2 hr 31 min•Season 4Ep. 101
Mike and Kentucky Dave celebrate the 100th Episode of Plastic Model Mojo. Since kicking off PMM in January of 2020, scores of new friend have been made along the way. Mike and Dave celebrate with some of those wonderful people with the call-in participation to the Wheel of Accidental Wisdom. 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 ...
Oct 06, 2023•2 hr 9 min•Season 4Ep. 100
The goings on for October at Plastic Model Mojo. Get to a show folks... it's loads of fun! 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....
Oct 01, 2023•20 min
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....
Sep 22, 2023•1 hr 53 min•Season 4Ep. 99
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....
Sep 10, 2023•2 hr 19 min•Season 4Ep. 98
