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Episode 31 - Talking AMPS Nats, Show Etiquette, and a Riv Rant Thrown In For Good Measure
In this episode, Rob Riv gives some clarification on a recent post made on the Modeling Insanity Facebook Pages regarding their participation at the upcoming AMPS Nationals. Rob Riv and Steve Tuch then have a great discussion with AMPS new President Neil Stokes to talk about the upcoming AMPS Nationals in Camp Hill, PA from May 15th to May 17th. Then all the guys talk about show etiquette and what is acceptable and not. Some fun outtakes at the end, so have a listen and some laughs...Upcoming shows-
AMPS NATS! May 15-17
MFCA May 9/10
Social Media Shout Outs
Tuch- Andy Wrightâs Lanchester RNAS in 1/35 scale
Rob Adams â William Adairâs Itty Bitty Schneider cup racer, a Short-Bristol Crusader
Frank Donati-Jens Lokbauerâs â72 Olds 442
Rob Riv- Mark Bradley - M10 Booker
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Episode 30 - Controversial Subjects: Stirring the Scale Model Pot with Special Guest Frank Perrone
On the episode, the guys are joined by special guest cohost Frank Perrone. The guys first talk about Heritagecon, the Atlanta Amps Show, and Replicon then move into discussion Controversial Subjects in the hobby and send it with the recent issue of Piracy in the hobby. Some fun outtakes at the end, so stick around and have a few laughs.
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Episode 29 - Modeling the Great War is the "Theme" of the Show with Special Guest Host, Shaun Pekar. In this the show, the guys discuss World War 1 subjects in the hobby. A very overlooked time period by many manufacturers. Then the guys discuss "Theme" awards at shows and how it influences their builds if any. Take a listen, enjoy, and have some laughs...
Social Media Shout Outs
Tuch- Robert Branâ Gruson Fahrpanzer in 1:35 scale
Rob Adams â Oliver Spath Asterix and Obelix figures -âEaviest Metal facebook page
Frank Donati- Atsushi Fujita Internal organs for Godzilla-Starship Modeller page
Rob Riv- Ant Ruberti and his 1/16th scale M113 and accessories
Bad Santa - Logan Hansenâs F250 heavy modified 4x4
Shaun Pekar - Harris Ali - Copperstate French Nieuport XI
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Tuchâs Scale Oddity Page
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The Modeling Insanity Podcast Asylum
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Episode 28 - Gunpla? I Hardly Knew Her...with special guest Joshua Scott
In this episode the guys first talk about the winner of the 1/48th MRAP group build. The guys then talk about the upcoming Modeling Insanity YouTube channel and then jump into the interview with Joshua Scott to talk everything Gunpla and Gundam. Sit back take a listen and have a few laughs...Social Media Shout Outs
Tuch- Xmald Models 1/32 scale Newport 11
Rob Adams â Fabio Benchinski 1/4 scale Joker Head
Frank Donati- Tohru Kasamatsu 1/20th scazle Falke Griffon
Joshua Scott - Danza Dragoon - Welcome Home Diorama
Rob Riv- Gordon Weibe - Stug III G
Bad Santa - Jonathon Melvin - Project 64 Ford Fairlane Drag Car - The Raged Raven
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The Modeling Insanity Podcast Asylum
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Episode 27 - Life is too Short for Crappy Kits...
In this, our 2025 kick off episode, we talk about our holidays, the gifts we gave, the gifts we got; we discuss the last minute Secret Santa gift exchange. The guys talk about their benchtop hopes and dreams for the coming year. And Riv rants is back! This time, he talks about the Takom Blitz kits, spurred on by the release of the Das Werk Super Blitz kit.Social Media Shout Outs
Tuch- Ben Manguin-WWI Scale Models Facebook Page. Prince Albert Tobacco can with Converted figure in a trench sceneRob Adams â Jim O Farrellâs 1/72scale X Wing over water Vignette
Frank Donati- Alexander Koleshnik SU 85 Converted to Actic Tractor
Rob Riv- Scott Lyâes Eduard FW 190 A-4 in 1/48th scale- Snow Camo is amazing- Found in the Tamiya Model Magazine Facebook page
Bad Santa - William Skid Skidmoreâs P61 Black Widow, painted up in the livery found on the MAAMâs restoration
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Tuchâs Scale Oddity Page
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The Modeling Insanity Podcast Asylum
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Episode 26 - The Insanity Holiday Spectacular and year in review!â
In this, our year end review and holiday spectacular, we have Special guest, Adam Jackson, while we discuss what we had in episode 11 as our resolutions, and how far we had come in completing them.Justin lays down a challenge to the armor and aircraft guys in the listener group- letâs build some cars! I would love to see a bunch of tank guys building cars!
We also get into a discussion on âNew Schoolâ vs. âOld Schoolâ, techniques, mindsets, and anything else you can attribute to the hobby!
Upcoming shows-nothing until the new year!
Social Media Shout Outs
Tuch - WWI Modelers International group-= Robin Hughes Christmas Truce vignetteRob Adams â Will Pattisonâs Glue Post in Luka Cee Page
Frank Donati - Alfred Wongâs Survivor Diorama from Realistic Diorama creator
Rob Riv - Stuart Mcclelland Ma.K Gustov and Zaku 2F2
Bad Santa - Kenny Mansbergerâs Fox Body Mustang
Adam Jackson -Jose Brito Portuguese Fisherman
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Tuchâs Scale Oddity Page
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The Modeling Insanity Podcast Asylum
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Episode 25 - Having a Brew and a Bickie with Sullyâs Scale Models
Sully Thomason of Sullyâs Scale Models visits us on this episode, and we get to know him, his story, and talk about a few of our favorite of his YouTube videos. We also talk about the life of a YouTube content creator. He even reveals what a âbrew and a bickie is.
Bad Santa and Tuch discover that their YouTube algorithms are now cycling, as they both are being suggested Sullyâs videos and Bob Rossâs Joy of Painting
Our main discussion topic was vignettes and diorama scenes. What is a diorama? What is a vignette? What is the difference? Does it even matter?
Boiled down, and it completely makes senseâŠFrankie has the answer!
Also, what are some of the important things to pay attention to when planning and building a scene?
Upcoming shows
Long Island figure show-it happened alreadyâŠ.
Social Media Shout Outs
Tuch- First World War Modelrsâ group Steve Warrillo LV. G. two seater WWI plane âturning plastic into woodâ
Rob Adams â Stewart Malone-Albatross DR I, 1/72 scale WWI aircraft
Frank Donati- Tommy Larsonâs Command bunker diorama with full interior (scratch built) from Realistic Diorama creator
Rob Riv- Teoh Soo Jin Copper State Models Italian Armored Car vignette
Bad Santa- JR Rotten Modelsâ dirty, rusty, crusty Excavator
Sully Small Scale History on Facebook and insta. Modeler does 1/144 scale builds Japanese dive bomber, full engine detail.Links
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Episode 24 â It's Your Right To Brag...
We start this episode off the right way-with a Rivâs Rant!Rob Riv vents about how Bad Santa was treated when he was trying to help in a Beginnerâs Modeling group and an Admin was giving him grief about a misunderstanding on HIS part. But, we determined that is just how it is in some groups.
Then we get into the conversation about our trip to Connecticut and Armorcon. The good, the meh and well....there wasn't too much ugly. It was a great show, with lots of amazing work to take in. Aromorcon Debrief leads into the topic of âBrag Booksâ and research of our builds and how it can benefit the builder, both in judgesâ scoring and buiding to accuracy.
We also talk Turkey...Shoot that is! Its coming up fast. Four days of scale modeling debauchery! midnight Thanksgiving day to midnight the Sunday after, November 28th-December 1st.
On The Bench
Donati - MRAP for the Group Build and Build Review IBG 1/35th Lancia Truck with AA gun
Rob Adams - 1/9th scale Ninja Turtles, the MRAP
Justin - Revell â71 Hemi Cuda, The Rear end is getting Tubbed! Meng 11/35th Chieftan MBT
Tuch-World of Tanks FT17 with anti tank gun 1/35 scale
Riv-lingering 1/16th Stug, 1/16th Universal Carrier for the Magazine
Upcoming Shows
Bunkermania November 9, 9-4 Indiana Pa.
Modelcon â24 11/9 9-4 Murfreesboro, TN
BayCon 11/3 9-5 Franklin Mass
Social Media Shout Outs
Tuch - XMold Models Halberstadt D II in 1/32
Rob Adams â Alicia Drummondâs Games Workshop Tarantula dio
Frank Donati - 1/350th diorama Island of Leyte by Space Saving Models
Rob Riv - Frank Perroneâs 1/48th scale T34/85 with rubber sheet âarmorâ
Bad Santa - Wayne Stevensâ 69 Daytona Drag Car from the Luka Cee scale model car pageLinks
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Tuchâs Scale Oddity Page
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The Modeling Insanity Podcast Asylum
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Episode 23 âAn Hour of Value with Steve Munsellâ
We have Steve Munsell, owner and proprietor of Value Gear, visit with us! He tells us the tale of Value Gear, and how it came to be the best value on the market, and how there have even been people who unknowingly took his products to make molds, thinking he was only cheating Temu and AliExpress...We then fade into a discussion on the usage of Stowage, who can possibly use it (the right answer is EVERYONE), and his foray into âstowageâ for the automotive modelers.
The usual banter and broken chops that you have all come to love and expect are also there!
On The Bench
Donati - 1/48 JS-2 Tamiya kit for the PPP 100GB
Rob Adams - 1/48 Tiger 1-Tamiya for the Posse GB, and of course, the MRAP
Justin - AMT Dodge Viper GTS Coupe, and gearing up for the next build, selected by the haters (and the fans) over at the Luka Cee page
Steve Munsell - German Command Tank turning it into a space tank
Tuch - ICM FWD Type 8 U.S. Ammunition Truck
Riv - DasWerk Stug in 1/16th scale with all sorts of goodies
Upcoming Shows
Armorcon-October 4-5 Southbury Connecticut-Sponsoring Best in Show, Riv is sponsoring the Best German and the Kitchen sink award
Leavenswerth Modelshow â24, October 5th Heritage Center Leavenswerth Ks. IPMS Prison City Modelers
28th Annual Show off The Goods Show October 5th 1912 Center Moscow, Idaho
Hudson Valley Historical Miniatures Show in Poukipseigh NY Elkâs Club Lodge
Social Media Shout Outs
Tuch - Michael J. Butler- ANZAC Gallipoli figure
Rob Adams â Alex Clarkâs 1/72 Scale Stug
Frank Donati - Ming Wongâs Canadian Welding Truck
Rob Riv - Ricardo Rivas A-4F Skyhawk âScooterâ Vietnam
Bad Santa - Jason Hanscomâs wifeâs Demon figure with special recognition of Rivâs Stug
Steve Munsell - Jeremey Paints on Instagram
Links
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The Modeling Insanity Podcast Asylum
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Episode 22 âIs It Real or Just Your Imagination"
This episode, Riv opens up to us about his feelings on the recent happenings with a fellow modeler, and what should be considered proper etiquette when your building is directly inspired by another modeler.
We add in a new segment, in which we talk about what we have on our benches; and no surprise here, we are all busy with multiple projects!
Then we get into a discussion about modeling with realism versus artistic expression, and ho, in the hobby, there is a huge area of (Panzer) grey, where that overlaps, because some aspects of the historical fact does not play well visually and can sometimes cause displeasure to the eye of the beholder. Adams and Bad Santa get a little off track and discuss a bit about how shop owners are on the front line for new modelers, and really should be more attuned to what is going on in the hobby
New Kits In The News
As it has been a while, we have a plethora of new stuff coming our way!
Takom has the Greif, Rommelâs Command halftrack, an M29 Arctic expedition vehicle
Miniart has an M3 Honey with full interiorand a âBig Set SU85/Gaz loaders and baseset that comes with a bunch of diorama extras
ICM has a Cargo Carrier, an M1097 AZ Humvee, a Type 320 Cabriolet, PanzerWaff Steel Cats, Ki 21 Sally Japanese aircraft, a Universal Military Pod for hte big Tarhe Chooper and a Luftwaffe Airfield Equipment set.
Copperstate has added a bunch of new motorcycles and figures to its WWI line of Bikes and couriers
Revell has a slew of new stuff including a Condor Airbus A320-200 in 1â144 scale
Reskit is also releasing some deck crew figures
Border has a Jagdpanther IV L70 Vomag
Hasegawa is releasing a bunch of cars, including a 240RS, 300Z, a 2000Z SC, and a 1600GT
St. George Models has a 15 cm Krupp Cannon 16
And Bandai is rereleasing their Perfect Grade Millenium Falcon!
Upcoming Shows
PennCon, September 14th in Mechanicsburg Pa
Torcan 2024, Sept, 14th Brempton Ontario
Armorcon, October 4th and 5th Southbury Ct.
G.O.M.B.S. Modelfest Oct. 5th Calgary, Alberta
Aircad Con October 19th
Social Media Shout Outs
Tuch- Steffano Ferarri Gilfred Putilov Armored Car
Rob Adams âMike Spikowski Knocked out Panther
Frank Donati-Keith Hay Tamiya 1/12 Ducati 1199
Rob Riv- Logan Hansen Chrysler Imperial Demolition Derby Car
Bad Santa- Mex Sunowinâs Castrol Supra Rally Car
Luka Cee-Mark Bollan Deanâs Pro Mod â69 Camaro
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Episode 21 The Ma. K Price is Wright
Here we are! The winners are selected from our Ma. K. Group Build, discussed and selected with Lincoln Wright!
Congrats to our winners!
Jason Jennings selected for third prize with his Luna build
Brandon Gentry with his Mk 44 took second prize
And first Prize goes to Craig Flynn and his armored fighting suit!
We then have a short discussion on kit instructions and how closely we follow them, if even at all. Riv shows us exactly why he leads this motley bunch, when he reveals that he clips all parts off all trees before starting, his builds!
Lincoln also tells us about his upcoming projects and his new merch line
This one is a bit shorter than usual, but still just as riveting!
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EPISODE 20 âWhile Riv Steps Away, The Crew Shall Play with The Scale Model Car Podcastâ
On this episode, we have some specials for you! (Take that as you mayâŠ.)
We have Jeff Herne back, to talk about the successful Madison National show, and give us the skinny on his perspective on the show.
We also have a pair of fellow podcasters on, Lula Cee, AKA Matt, and Handsome Jason Hanscom from the Scale Model Car podcast are here to tell us about their show, and to join in on the topic of Peer awards vs. show awards. All those chips and coins we seeâŠwhat would you prefer, or better yet, how they have changed or are changing the show landscape.
We didnât have any New Kits in the News, but we do have our usual social media shout outs.Check this one outâŠ.Riv Says it might be our best one yet!
Social Media Shoutouts:
Riv loves The bust that earned one of our chips at the Manawatu Scale model Expo by Gavin Dodd
Bad Santa gave his shout out to Mike Fullerâs sonâs B-25 J
Tuch liked Eric F. Gamalliaâs Atlantis Mack Bulldog backdated to make a 1918 Mack
Adamsâ pick was Chad Trussâ Cell Shaded Nissan Silvia, as seen at IPMS Nats and on the cover of Finescale Modeler
Frankie D shouted out Michael P. Hillâs vacu-formed collection!
Luka Cee gave his guest shout out to Mark Bollan Dean and his 69 Camaro Pro-Mod. You can find that one on his group, the Luka Ceeâs Model Car Headquarters group
Handsome Jason Hanscom also picked one from Luka Ceeâs group, but chose Paul Mattox and his kidâsâ 48 hour group build entries. All three build some pretty impressive cars!
Jeff Herne really liked Bauble Youngâs IPMS Nats Best in Show Winner-his fully scratch built Foundation FTL ship!
Donât forget that you can go to MODELPODCASTS.COM to âbrowse through a list of current podcastsâŠâ
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This episode has Whitey and D-Ran, of The Model Geeks infamy, joining in on the conversation here at the nut house! The topics for conversation were taken from the post Rob Adams put up in the days leading up to our recording. Our first discussion centers around going outside of your usual genre, and the pitfalls and possibilities that could offer . This one was a mash up of suggestions from Jeremy Elliot and Jason Hanscom. Our main topic is from Adam Griffin, and he asks about the differences in culture between genres. We start out strong talking about our experiences, but we still hit that kink in the rail and get derailed!
New Kits In The News
Miniart has their usual barrage of new kit announcements, including a PZ 234 w/ 7.5cm gun and full interior, and a PZ 234 w/ Luchs turret, Resin heads for their German Tank riders, Italeri has a 1/72 F-35 Lightning-CATOBAR version with parts for âbeast modeâ configuration (whatever THAT means) and die cut masks for the RAM panels. Also an Italian Army Armored car for the African front in 1/35th scale. In 1/24th scale, they also have an Alfa Romeo Giullia 1600 Spyder
For the 48th scale aircraft builders, they also have a Mirage IIIE
...and finally, they also are releasing a few 1/56th scale British and German tanks. 56th scale is, keep in mind, the typical gaming scale . And finally, a little something to get your Weird Shit-O âMeter tinglng! Mantis Miniatures in 1/35th scale, A diver, modeled after the German deep sea diving suits, with a choice of two heads, one of which is one of a diver that long ago ran out of air.
Animal set 55 is an octopus in 1/35th scale and a few crabs, mollusks and star fish added in for those dep sea vignettes . Animal Set 56 and 57 are both âscavengers, one set is vultures eating a bovine carrion, and the other is a pack of what appear to be hyenas
Upcoming Shows
Aug 10 -â24 Virginia Shootout
100 Roanoke BLVD- This is a Region 2 show put on by IPMS Roanoke Valley
2024
Virginia ShootOut | IPMS/USA Home Page (ipmsusa.org)
August 24th âBash to the 80âs Modelfest
PBN Church IPMS Flight 19
ModelFest
'24 | Flight 19 I.P.M.S. (flight19ipms.org)
August 24th- â24 Modelfest âThe Grungeâ -Dirty and heavily weathered models
Liberty Christian Church IMPS West Central Chapter
2024
ModelFest | IPMS/USA Home Page (ipmsusa.org)
Social Media Shout Outs
Tuch- Barbarossa Models and Dioramasâ WWI Book Diorama
Rob Adams âSully's Scale Modelsâ F-14 Tomcat
Frank Donati-Anthony Ricco 1/72 scale KI-67 Peggy
Rob Riv- Adam Jacksonâs 1/35 M109A2 âGalloper
Bad Santa- Mike Fuller VanTraxx build
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EPISODE 18 - 1 Year Anniversary Special - Customer Service, How to Get Published and Gizmos & Gadgets
âHas It Really Been One Year?!âOn this, our one year anniversary special episode, we have two guests sitting in and partaking in the insanity! Jeff Herne and Andrew Measy are the special guests! Jeff is the Chair of the IMPS Nats in Wisconsin, and helps to create that additional content you all love, and Andrew Measy was the very first guest on the show!
We talk about the upcoming Nats in Wisconsin, we have a great conversation regarding customer service, spurred on by a Rivâs Rant. How to get your moseld published in a print magazine and we also talk about our favorite âgidgets and gazmosâ for use in our hobby.
We also had a New Kits In the News dump and our usual social media shout outs.
Check this one outâŠ.Riv Says it might be our best one yet!
Social Media Shoutouts
Riv loves Jensen Taylor's (from the Plastic Posse) Sherman Jumbo
Bad Santa called out Alan Brownâs AFV Centurion
Tuch liked Tim Alexanderâs Minerva vs. The Romfell on the WWI Scale models and Dioramas page
Adamsâ pick was Jose Garridoâs 1/16th Panther turret, found on the Model Makerâs Union
Frankie D shouted out Ramon state Tenorioâs 1/700 scale F-35
Andrew Measey loved Mr Plamo aka Andrew Chui's Battle of Midway Diorama
Jeff Herne really liked KFS Miniaturesâ BF 109 G14 found on KFS-miniatures.com
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In honor of the first US Presidential Debate of 2024, The Modeling Insanity Podcast Presents an alternative for you to listen to. A fun and entertaining secret recording from the first Presidential Build Room. So sit back, enjoy, and not take to it too serious...
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Episode 17 âTaking a Pitt Stop to Talk Mental Health & the Hobby"
Coming with us Live from the land of 1000 deadly things, Luke Pitt joins us to talk about his experiences in building 1/48th scale armor. HE also talks to us as to why he has chosen 1/48th scale as his âcanvasâ, and the answer may shock you!
Luke Pit the interviewee turns into Luke Pitt the guest cohost as we all open up about our mental health struggles and how the hobby has helped us cope, find closure , or to find hope. it gets a little deep on the second half, but in that way that shows we really are just a group of irreverent humans working together to hold it together!
Machinen Krieger Group build is well underway! Officially ends in July, with the release of the 1/35 Falke kit-post your unstarted builds in the âUnstarted â Album.
New Kits In The News
Tuch-tells us about a few new kits he saw:
Copper State is releasing WWI German figures to accomany their motorcycles and other german subjects in both 1/35th and 1/32nd scale
Dragon is releasing a few Shermans, M4A1 76W Operation Cobra, M4A1 Early, M4A1 76mm in Normandy
And also a Stug III 105 and Sherman (in both US and Russian sevice), both in 1/56 scale (Gamerâs scale)
Italerii Is releasing a Volvo VH Euro Tractor Trailer
Border Models M4A2 Sherman in 1/35th and 1/35-th Battleship Yamato
And the usual Miniart dump...Justin picked out a few aircraft related new kits:
MilMod Air Portable Jet Test System in 1/72 scale, with 4 tugs and engines with both military and civilian markings
Aircast Resin GrummanG164A Cropduster in 1/72 scale
Rush Model Kits Slingsby Type 31 Tandem Tudor in 1/72nd scale
Platz Spitfire Mk IXc 127 Squadron in Normandy
Luke Pitt called out a couple as well!
FNA Models Scammel Tank Transporter in 1/48th scale
Mark Kerr 3D printed English Mk6 he is working on a thing with BNS out of Australia, but right now you will need to find him on Facebook
Goblin Parasite Fighter in 1/48th - no mention of maker or brand so keep your eys open!
Upcoming Shows
Scale Model Expo in Manawatu New Zealand-July 21 10 am to 4 pm Fielding Community Center-address correction
Scalemodelswellington.org.nz/expo
Panscon- June 22nd Plant City Strawberry Festival in Plant City Florida
Okeedokee Con-June 15th Council Road Baptist Church Bethany Oklahoma
Nimcon-June 12th McHenry VFW McHenry Illinois
Social Media Shout Outs
Tuch-Michael Vocourt Copperstate Motorcycle and figures
Rob Adams - Chris Graeter Thomas the Sherman Tank
Frank Donati - Glenn Cauley Meng BMW R9t
Rob Riv -Janusz Baranowski Eduard F4-F3 Wildcat
Bad Santa - Brian Guggemos P-51 Egg Plane âCrack up on Landingâ
Luke Pitt - Chris 1/32nd ME 162
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RobRivs Modeling Insanity Facebook page
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Ryanâs Random Modelwerks on Facebook
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Riv first goes on a rant about what others consider entertainment with content creators in the hobby. Whether it by creating and producing podcast, YouTube content, or other social media...
Stemming from our excursion to AMPS Nats, this is a spill over episode, discussing what brings us inspiration in the hobby. What is it that makes us want to produce? Where does inspiration come from?Our discussion about inspiration leads into research and aftermarket additions. Somewhere along the conversation, Justin got kidnapped by aliens or something, as he missed the switch in topics. Stash accumulation rounds out the conversation and we talk about the strange stuff in our stashes and where they came from.
And Riv admits he has a photoetch problemâŠand the conversation ends with the inevitable question of what happens with those stashes when we cross the River Styx on that next journey.The Red Beach One Studios World War One group build is has converted to a Special Interest Group Machinen Krieger Group build is well underway! Officially ends in July, with the release of the 1/35 Falke kit-post your unstarted builds in the âUnstarted â Album.
New Kits In The News
Tuch-finds the treasure trove of new kits and
brings us the highlights of whatâs new with Takom-Obj. 279 with MBC commando tank anda VK100.01 P The Maus meets the Panther and Porsche Tiger, Fire system-HPJ11 guided fire system, Sdkfz 251 halftrack w/interior, Miniart with all sorts of new stuff⊠And Andyâs Hobby Headquarters is releasing their 1/16 scale M113. Magic Factory released the test shots of their A-4 M Skyhawks and they look spectacular!Upcoming Shows
Scale Model Expo in Manawatu New Zealand-July 21 10 am to 4 pm Fiielding Community CenterScalemodelswellington.org.nz/expo
May 18th-
North shore con 2024-9-4 KOc hall in Peabody Mass. IPMS Northshore Modelers
Mosscon 1501 East Hythean Street Ark of te Ozarks in Missouri-hosted by IMPS Missouri Ozark Scale Specialists
Cal max 37 West Cal Arena and Events center Sulpher La.
IPMS Swamp southwest area modelers of plastic
IPMS Silvercon 2024 T&C Lutheran Church IPMS silverwings
And then Donati got bored and stuck something up his noseâŠ
Social Media Shout Outs:
Tuch - Kev Green and his AMT Bulldozer
Rob Adams -Devon Bauermeister Cutaway Tamiya 32 nd scale F16
Frank Donati - Tomislav Kromislovitch-his showing at Moson Show
Rob Riv - Shsuro Gaishi's Pacific Sherman
Bad Santa- LessKnown Panzer and his 1/35 Hobbyboss LandWasserschlepper
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RobRivs Modeling Insanity Facebook pagehttps://www.facebook.com/robrivsmodelinginsanity?mibextid=AEUHqQ
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The ModelLager on Facebook
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Robâs MMU Studios on Facebook
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Yup! Another AMPS Episode! But the last show episode for a while...
This time, the guys have Jeff âEl Jeffeâ Herne on as a guest co-host and they break down the different perspectives from the Amps Nats.
Some highlights: Justin joins the Steve Andreano Driving Club, by driving the car from his brand new Playstation controller, while Rob becomes an awards winning back seat driver! Rob Adams and Frankie meet up with Silent Tyler from the buildrooms on their way through southern Canadia, and Tuch crashes the Belsheim residencs with Chris Green
We also break down the show, the debauchery and the hilarity with our friends that have transcended from âweird Internetâ to 3D friends!
We also talk about what we were able to pillage from the vendors as well!
Tuch knocks it out of the park with some on the spot interviews with Chris Graeter, Jeff Herne, Adam âDr. Feelgoodâ Jackson, Harrison Bueler, Doctor Dave, John Bonanni, and Daniel Brubaker, one of the coolest kids we have ever talked the hobby with!Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvost
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On This episode of the Insanity, the inmates do a simulcast episode with the Lads from Black Rifle Model Worx Group. We join Luke Carswell, Adam Challenger and Stuart Goodswen on the BRMW Youtube Channel. Frank Donati and Rob Adams are live from Frankieâs basement (Dont Ask) and Tuch is there.
Hot off the heels of Mosquitocon, Rob disparages the British accent, while discussing the differences between British/European shows and American shows. TL;DR: other than the competition versus display only, its the distances!
Adams wins another banner contest....on his own page! and Riv takes offense...again! And Adams finds a new laxative-airplane turbulence.
We also hit on online purchases, prices, and shipping, and why is everything so expensive?
Black Rifle Model Worx does a Kits for Kids Fundraiser, and we lay the groundwork of being involved with their next one later this year.
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Episode 14 "On the Road to AMPS Nats... â As you are listening, the guys should all be converging on South Bend! John Charvat gets us even more hyped up for NATS! We discuss his history with AMPS, the past shows and most importantly, this yearâs show! The guys also discuss their new purchases and projects on their benches. This did get recorded a few weeks back, so you may already have seen some of these builds shared as completed by now; Riv also comes at Frankie D about his choice of apparel, while trying to explain to the rest of us what the hell âOaktagâ is... Frankie D talks about the Moosaroo Cup, and his entry. (of course, by now we know the results of this contest...). The kit was a teenie-tiny little 1/72 scale Russian/Ukranian Ural truck.
Group Build updates:
The Red Beach One Studios World War One group build is ongoing, make sure to check that one out if you're interested in WWI subjects. Justin completed his German Pioneer figure, Rob Adams is working on his Mk V Tank (which he has since completed-cant wait to see this thing at NATS!) 48 in 48 M4H group build- this was a fun time, and has since been completed. Machinen Krieger Group build is well underway! Officially ends in July, with the release of the 1/35 Falke kit - post your unstarted builds in the âUnstarted â Album.
New Kits In The News
Frankie D â1/20 Grosserhund âMaskenballâ Ma.k., Heller Panhard Armored Car 178 AMD 35 new tool, Border Models, 251-1 D Halftrack in 1/35 scale
Rob Adams-Nothing jumped out at Rob this episode-He âDont got nuthinââ
Tuch-Miniart 1/72 Stug, M3 Stuart 35th scale, 48th scale Scaffolding set, 1/48th scale wooden pallets, 35th scale Bakery Van, Takom, Stug 3 G Blitz Kit, storage and equipment set, Mk 45 Model 4 5in Naval gun 1/35, Don2N Pillbox Antimissile
defense systemJustin-1/72 Special Hobby Westland Whirlwind, Italeri EF-111 Raven, SBS Model 48th
Macchi M33 ProjectUpcoming Shows
AMPS Nats - April 11-13- Southbend Indiana
Home Page - Armor Modeling & Preservation Society (amps-armor.org)MFCA - May 3-4 Feasterville-Trevose Pa
MFCA Annual Show | Miniature Figure Collectors of America (mfcaclub.com)Can-Am Con 2024 - Saturday April 20th
Williston National Gard Armory in suburbs of Berlington Vt. CAN/AM Con '24 | IPMS/USA Home Page (ipmsusa.org)
ModelMania 24 - Saturday May 4th
Stafford Centre, 10505 Cash Road, Stafford, TX 77477
https://ipms-houstontx.org/Social Media Shout Outs
Rob Adams- Craig Flynn (Flynnburger) Bandai 72nd scale Y Wing
Frankie D-Robert Czulda and his 1/72 Vietnam Era Mule w/ recoilless rifle
Bad Santa - Bob Smith and his Hetzer 38t Late
Tuch- Bill Huffman and his WWI trench Diorama
Rob Riv - Sheldon Mcleese's JS2 in MMU and on the Insanity page-Tamiya Kit with upgrades
Links
Mount Mansfield Scale Modelers
Mount Mansfield Scale Modelers | FacebookRob Riv's Modeling Insanity Facebook page
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