The Modeling Insanity Podcast

Send us a textEpisode 33 - The Triple P join the Insanity! Who's to Judge?!??  On this episode, John Bonanni and TJ Haller from the Plastic Posse Podcast join Rob Riv and Steve Tuch from the Insanity to talk all about judging and only judging at shows.  No fluff, no ads, and no BS.  Just straight up honest opinions and discussions about the state of judging at US shows.  Take a listen and enjoy....Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Send us a textEpisode 32 - AMPS Nationals Recap ShowIn this episode, the Insanity Crew talk about the recent AMPS Nationals that took place in Camp Hill, PA in May.  The guys talk about the work on display at the show, the vending, the judging, and antics that go along with a National Show.  The guys also discuss their personal highlights as well as what they would like to see different at future shows.  There is a quick Riv Rant thrown in for good measure, so take a listen and have a few laughs.Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Send us a textSpecial Episode - Live from AMPS Nationals Part 2The Insanity Crew broadcast live from the AMPS Nationals 2025 in Camp Hill, PA.  In this second part the guys talk to Cody from CRS TankWerks, Lee Fogel & Frankie Blanton, Whitey and Frildo from the ModelGeeks Podcast, Shaun Pekkar, and Diorama extraordinaire Bruce MacRae.  Some great interviews so take a listen and keep an eye out for the full Amps show recap on Episode 32 dropping right after this...Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Send us a textSpecial Episode - Live from AMPS Nationals Part 1The Insanity Crew broadcast live from the AMPS Nationals 2025 in Camp Hill, PA.  In this first part the guys talk to Brandon Lowe from Squadron, Mike "Mikey Sacks" Sacklyn, Frankie Perrone, Nike Butta, Mike McElhaney, and Steve Andreano.  Some great interviews and a great Blooper Reel at the end so make sure to stay after the end music.  Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Send us a textEpisode 31 - Talking AMPS Nats, Show Etiquette, and a Riv Rant Thrown In For Good MeasureIn 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 Wright's Lanchester RNAS in 1/35 scale Rob Adams – William Adair's Itty Bitty Schneider cup racer, a Short-Bristol Crusader Frank Donati-Jens Lokbauer's ‘72 Olds 442 Rob Riv-  Mark Bradley - M10 BookerBad Santa-From Instagram-Scaleffectmodels' Engine assembly Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Send us a textEpisode 30 - Controversial Subjects: Stirring the Scale Model Pot with Special Guest Frank PerroneOn 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.Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Send us a textEpisode 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 Bran' Gruson Fahrpanzer in 1:35 scale Rob Adams – Oliver Spath Asterix and Obelix figures -'Eaviest 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 Hansen's F250 heavy modified 4x4 Shaun Pekar - Harris Ali - Copperstate French Nieuport XILinks Rob Riv's Modeling Insanity Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/robrivsmodelinginsanity?mibextid=AEUHqQ Ryan's Random Modelwerks on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065396023083&mibextid=AEUHqQ The ModelLager on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themodellaager?mibextid=AEUHqQ Rob's MMU Studios on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094271125975&mibextid=AEUHqQ Tuch's Scale Oddity Page https://www.facebook.com/tuch.s.scale.oddity.page?mibextid=LQQJ4d The Modeling Insanity Podcast Asylum https://www.facebook.com/share/8BHppjyzpM3Wqg2L/?mibextid=K35XfP  And, as always, check out Modelpodcasts.com for more great modeling content and all the other spectacular podcasts! Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Send us a textEpisode 28 - Gunpla?  I Hardly Knew Her...with special guest Joshua ScottIn 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 – Fabio Benchinski 1/4 scale Joker Head Frank Donati- Tohru Kasamatsu 1/20th scazle Falke GriffonJoshua Scott - Danza Dragoon - Welcome Home Diorama Rob Riv- Gordon Weibe - Stug III GBad Santa - Jonathon Melvin - Project 64 Ford Fairlane Drag Car - The Raged Raven Links Rob Riv's Modeling Insanity Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/robrivsmodelinginsanity?mibextid=AEUHqQ Ryan's Random Modelwerks on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065396023083&mibextid=AEUHqQ The ModelLager on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themodellaager?mibextid=AEUHqQ Rob's MMU Studios on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094271125975&mibextid=AEUHqQ Tuch's Scale Oddity Page https://www.facebook.com/tuch.s.scale.oddity.page?mibextid=LQQJ4d The Modeling Insanity Podcast Asylum https://www.facebook.com/share/8BHppjyzpM3Wqg2L/?mibextid=K35XfP And, as always, check out Modelpodcasts.com for more great modeling content and all the other spectacular podcasts! Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Send us a textEpisode 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 scene Rob Adams – Jim O Farrell's 1/72scale X Wing over water Vignette Frank Donati- Alexander Koleshnik SU 85 Converted to Actic Tractor Rob Riv- Scott Ly'es 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 Skidmore's P61 Black Widow, painted up in the livery found on the MAAM's restoration Links Rob Riv's Modeling Insanity Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/robrivsmodelinginsanity?mibextid=AEUHqQ Ryan's Random Modelwerks on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065396023083&mibextid=AEUHqQ The ModelLager on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themodellaager?mibextid=AEUHqQ Rob's MMU Studios on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094271125975&mibextid=AEUHqQ Tuch's Scale Oddity Page https://www.facebook.com/tuch.s.scale.oddity.page?mibextid=LQQJ4d The Modeling Insanity Podcast Asylum https://www.facebook.com/share/8BHppjyzpM3Wqg2L/?mibextid=K35XfP And, as always, check out Modelpodcasts.com for more great modeling content and all the other spectacular podcasts! Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Send us a textEpisode 26 - The Insanity Holiday Spectacular and year in review!” 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-  let's build some cars!  I would love to see a bunch of tank guys building cars! We also get into a discussion on  ‘New School' vs. ‘Old School', 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 vignette Rob Adams  – Will Pattison's Glue Post in Luka Cee Page Frank Donati - Alfred Wong's Survivor Diorama from Realistic Diorama creator Rob Riv - Stuart Mcclelland  Ma.K Gustov and Zaku 2F2 Bad Santa - Kenny Mansberger's Fox Body Mustang   Adam Jackson -Jose Brito Portuguese Fisherman Links Rob Riv's Modeling Insanity Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/robrivsmodelinginsanity?mibextid=AEUHqQ Ryan's Random Modelwerks on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065396023083&mibextid=AEUHqQ The ModelLager on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themodellaager?mibextid=AEUHqQ Rob's MMU Studios on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094271125975&mibextid=AEUHqQ Tuch's Scale Oddity Page https://www.facebook.com/tuch.s.scale.oddity.page?mibextid=LQQJ4d The Modeling Insanity Podcast Asylum https://www.facebook.com/share/8BHppjyzpM3Wqg2L/?mibextid=K35XfP And, as always, check out Modelpodcasts.com for more great modeling content and all the other spectacular podcasts! Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Send us a textEpisode 25 - Having a Brew and a Bickie with Sully's Scale Models Sully Thomason of Sully's 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 “brew and a bickie  is. Bad Santa and Tuch discover that their YouTube algorithms are now cycling, as they both are being suggested Sully's videos and Bob Ross's 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 sense…Frankie 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 already…. Social Media Shout Outs Tuch- First World War Modelrs' group Steve Warrillo LV. G. two seater WWI plane ‘turning plastic into wood' Rob Adams – Stewart Malone-Albatross DR I, 1/72 scale WWI aircraft Frank Donati- Tommy Larson's 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 Models' 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 Rob Riv's Modeling Insanity Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/robrivsmodelinginsanity?mibextid=AEUHqQ Ryan's Random Modelwerks on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065396023083&mibextid=AEUHqQ The ModelLager on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themodellaager?mibextid=AEUHqQ Rob's MMU Studios on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094271125975&mibextid=AEUHqQ Tuch's Scale Oddity Page https://www.facebook.com/tuch.s.scale.oddity.page?mibextid=LQQJ4d The Modeling Insanity Podcast Asylum https://www.facebook.com/share/8BHppjyzpM3Wqg2L/?mibextid=K35XfP Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Send us a textEpisode 24 – It's Your Right To Brag...We start this episode off the right way-with a Riv's Rant! Rob Riv vents about how Bad Santa was treated when he was trying to help in a Beginner's 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 “Brag Books” and research of our builds and how it can benefit the builder, both in judges' 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 ‘71 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 ‘24 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  – Alicia Drummond's Games Workshop Tarantula dio Frank Donati - 1/350th diorama Island of Leyte by Space Saving Models Rob Riv -  Frank Perrone's 1/48th scale T34/85 with rubber sheet ‘armor' Bad Santa - Wayne Stevens' 69 Daytona Drag Car from the Luka Cee scale model car page Links Rob Riv's Modeling Insanity Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/robrivsmodelinginsanity?mibextid=AEUHqQ Ryan's Random Modelwerks on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065396023083&mibextid=AEUHqQ The ModelLager on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themodellaager?mibextid=AEUHqQ Rob's MMU Studios on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094271125975&mibextid=AEUHqQ Tuch's Scale Oddity Page https://www.facebook.com/tuch.s.scale.oddity.page?mibextid=LQQJ4d The Modeling Insanity Podcast Asylum https://www.facebook.com/share/8BHppjyzpM3Wqg2L/?mibextid=K35XfP  And, as always, check out Modelpodcasts.com for more great modeling content and all the other spectacular podcasts! Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Send us a textEpisode 23 “An Hour of Value with Steve Munsell”  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 ‘stowage' 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 ‘24, 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 Elk's Club Lodge Social Media Shout Outs Tuch - Michael J. Butler- ANZAC Gallipoli figure Rob Adams  – Alex Clark's 1/72 Scale Stug Frank Donati - Ming Wong's Canadian Welding Truck Rob Riv - Ricardo Rivas A-4F Skyhawk ‘Scooter' Vietnam Bad Santa - Jason Hanscom's wife's Demon figure with special recognition of Riv's Stug Steve Munsell - Jeremey Paints on Instagram Links Rob Riv's Modeling Insanity Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/robrivsmodelinginsanity?mibextid=AEUHqQ Ryan's Random Modelwerks on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065396023083&mibextid=AEUHqQ The ModelLager on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themodellaager?mibextid=AEUHqQ Rob's MMU Studios on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094271125975&mibextid=AEUHqQ Tuch's Scale Oddity Page https://www.facebook.com/tuch.s.scale.oddity.page?mibextid=LQQJ4d The Modeling Insanity Podcast Asylum https://www.facebook.com/share/8BHppjyzpM3Wqg2L/?mibextid=K35XfP  And, as always, check out Modelpodcasts.com for more great modeling content and all the other spectaculOpening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Send us a textEpisode 22 “Is 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, Rommel's Command halftrack, an M29 Arctic expedition vehicle Miniart has an M3 Honey with full interiorand a “Big 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 1'144 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 –Mike 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 Sunowin's Castrol Supra Rally Car Luka Cee-Mark Bollan Dean's Pro Mod ‘69 Camaro Links Rob Riv's Modeling Insanity Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/robrivsmodelinginsanity?mibextid=AEUHqQ Ryan's Random Modelwerks on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065396023083&mibextid=AEUHqQ The ModelLager on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themodellaager?mibextid=AEUHqQ Rob's MMU Studios on Facebook https://Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Send us a Text Message.Episode 21 The Ma. K Price is WrightHere 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 buildBrandon Gentry with his Mk 44 took second prizeAnd 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 lineThis one is a bit shorter than usual, but still just as riveting!Book….sticker….patch….Book…stickah….patch…Sticker patch…sticker patch….sticker patchOpening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Send us a Text Message.EPISODE 20 “While Riv Steps Away, The Crew Shall Play with The Scale Model Car Podcast”On this episode, we have some specials for you! (Take that as you may….)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 see…what would you prefer, or better yet, how they have changed or are changing the show landscape.We didn't have any New Kits in the News, but we do have our usual social media shout outs.Check this one out….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 DoddBad Santa gave his shout out to Mike Fuller's son's B-25 JTuch liked Eric F. Gamallia's Atlantis Mack Bulldog backdated to make a 1918 MackAdams' pick was Chad Truss' Cell Shaded Nissan Silvia, as seen at IPMS Nats and on the cover of Finescale ModelerFrankie D shouted out Michael P. Hill's 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 Cee's Model Car Headquarters groupHandsome Jason Hanscom also picked one from Luka Cee's group, but chose Paul Mattox and his kid's' 48 hour group build entries.  All three build some pretty impressive cars!Jeff Herne really liked Bauble Young's IPMS Nats Best in Show Winner-his fully scratch built Foundation FTL ship! Don't forget that you can go to MODELPODCASTS.COM to “browse through a list of current podcasts…”And you can reach us at Modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.comOpening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Send us a Text Message.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 “beast mode” 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 –Meter 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 ‘scavengers, one set is vultures eating a bovine carrion, and the other is a pack of what appear to be hyenas   Upcoming Shows Aug 10 -'24 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 ‘Bash to the 80's Modelfest PBN Church  IPMS Flight 19 ModelFest '24 | Flight 19 I.P.M.S. (flight19ipms.org) August 24th- ‘24 Modelfest ‘The Grunge' -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 Dioramas' WWI Book Diorama Rob Adams –Sully's Scale Models' F-14 Tomcat Frank Donati-Anthony Ricco 1/72 scale KI-67 Peggy Rob Riv- Adam Jackson's 1/35 M109A2 ‘Galloper Bad Santa- Mike Fuller VanTraxx build  Links Rob Riv's Modeling Insanity Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/robrivsmodelinginsanity?mibextid=AEUHqQ Ryan's Random Modelwerks on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065396023083&mibextid=AEUHqQ The ModelLager on Facebook Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

EPISODE 18 - 1 Year Anniversary Special - Customer Service, How to Get Published and Gizmos & Gadgets “Has It Really Been One Year?!”On 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 Riv's Rant.  How to get your moseld published in a print magazine and we also talk about our favorite “gidgets and gazmos” 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 out….Riv Says it might be our best one yet!Social Media ShoutoutsRiv loves Jensen Taylor's (from the Plastic Posse) Sherman JumboBad Santa called out Alan Brown's AFV CenturionTuch liked Tim Alexander's Minerva vs. The Romfell on the WWI Scale models and Dioramas pageAdams' pick was Jose Garrido's 1/16th Panther turret, found on the Model Maker's UnionFrankie D shouted out Ramon state Tenorio's 1/700 scale F-35Andrew Measey loved Mr Plamo aka Andrew Chui's Battle of Midway DioramaJeff Herne really liked KFS Miniatures' BF 109 G14 found on KFS-miniatures.comOpening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

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...Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Episode 17 “Taking 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 ‘canvas', 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 ‘Unstarted ‘ 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 (Gamer's 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 ‘Crack up on Landing' Luke Pitt - Chris  1/32nd ME 162 Links RobRivs Modeling Insanity Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/robrivsmodelinginsanity?mibextid=AEUHqQ Ryan's Random Modelwerks on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065396023083&mibextid=AEUHqQ The ModelLager on Facebook Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

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 problem…and 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 ‘Unstarted ‘ Album.  New Kits In The News Tuch-finds the treasure trove of new kits andbrings us the highlights of what's 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 Andy's 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 Center Scalemodelswellington.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 nose… 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 Links RobRivs Modeling Insanity Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/robrivsmodelinginsanity?mibextid=AEUHqQ Ryan's Random Modelwerks on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065396023083&mibextid=AEUHqQ The ModelLager on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themodellaager?mibextid=AEUHqQ Rob's MMU Studios on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094271125975&mibextid=AEUHqQ The Modeling Insanity Podcast Asylum Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Yup! Another AMPS Episode! But the last show episode for a while...This time, the guys have Jeff ‘El Jeffe' 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 “weird Internet” 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 ‘Dr. Feelgood' 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/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

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 Frankie's 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.Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Episode 14 "On the Road to AMPS Nats... “  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 year's 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 “Oaktag” 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 ‘Unstarted ‘ Album.  New Kits In The News Frankie D –1/20 Grosserhund ‘Maskenball' 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 “Dont got nuthin'” 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 system Justin-1/72 Special Hobby Westland Whirlwind, Italeri EF-111 Raven, SBS Model 48th Macchi M33 Project Upcoming Shows AMPS Nats - April 11-13- Southbend IndianaHome Page - Armor Modeling & Preservation Society (amps-armor.org) MFCA - May 3-4 Feasterville-Trevose PaMFCA 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 4thStafford Centre, 10505 Cash Road, Stafford, TX 77477https://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 ModelersMount Mansfield Scale Modelers | Facebook Rob Riv's Modeling Insanity Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/robrivsmodelinginsanity?mibextid=AEUHqQ Ryan's Random Modelwerks on Facebook Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Episode 13 “The Doctor is IN”  Recorded on Suberbowl Sunday In this episode, the guys welcome Doctor Dave as a guest cohost! Doc was interviewed in Boresight magazine about his journey from beginner to advanced modeler in just one year, so we rip his origin story from him, and get the backstory. We also add a new segment, “What's on your bench” and the guys talk about their current projects In our next discussion, Riv talks about photoetch, and touches on the who, what, when, how and why he does the magic he does with photoetch New Kits In The News Frankie D reveals a whole slew of stuff showcased at the Nuremburg Toy Show Rob Adams - GWH A-10 1/48th scale, looks to be a bit more complicated in construction than the new Academy kit, but detail looks nicer Tuch - Miniart Beer delivery three wheeled truck, Ben Hur Trailer, Teachers and family figures set, G506 4x4 panel Delivery, and 1/35 scale cheese Gloria models 1/48 scale F35 Pilot and ground crew 1/32 Copperstate Models WWI Hanrott HD1 Biplane, Armored Truckin British and Irish Service Doctor Dave-Westland Wnedover-109 Ace Modelworks resin and vacu-formed upgrades for Testors Base kit Upcoming Shows AMPS Nats-April 11-13- Southbend IndianaHome Page - Armor Modeling & Preservation Society (amps-armor.org) MFCA-May 3-4 Feasterville-Trevose PaMFCA  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 2024 Saturday May 4thStafford Centre, 10505  Cash Road Stafford TX 77477Doctor Dave-Ian Bonner/IBonez Models Lancester in Russian Service Social Media Shout Outs Rob Adams - Jeremy Elliott's A-10 Themed Gundam Frankie D - Kev Green Scratch build 1/16 scale scratchbuilt Mk 4 Female Tank Mike Spivey - Dinosaur Bust-Silver Medalist at Atlanta Figure Show -'something-a-saurus' Bad Santa - Irah Dohm- A to Z scale mosders group- Popcorn and Beer Wagon Truck Rob Riv - Frank Damon-KV-1 What if with ISU 152 turret conversion from AK  Links Mount Manstfield Scale ModelersMount Mansfield Scale Modelers | Facebook RobRivs Modeling Insanity Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/robrivsmodelinginsanity?mibextid=AEUHqQ Ryan's Random Modelwerks on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065396023083&mibextid=AEUHqQ The ModelLager on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/themodellaager?mibextid=AEUHqQ Rob's MMU Studios on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094271125975&mibextid=AEUHqQ The Modeling Insanity Podcast Asylum https://www.facebook.com/sOpening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Episode 12 “The Wright Stuff” The guys sit down with the legend (perhaps in our own minds) Mr Lincoln Wright-live(ish) from Australia! Laugh along as Justin fan-girls throughout, and the rest of the crew begins to understand why….  From Sumo buttholes to his first Ma. K. Show in Australia, Lincoln opens to us and gives us his origin story, and even lets us in on a secret-he does build more than just Ma. K.! We also discuss his books-his FAQ book on Sci Fi subjects (where he got a spanking for too much Ma. K.) which spawned the idea for his next two books, The Lincoln Report Volumes 1 and 2, and drops some info on his third book in his series.... We also discuss the preorder and upcoming release of a new tooled 1/35th scale Falke kit, expected in July. We have our preorders in...do you? In celebration (so to speak) of this release, We are having a Ma.K. group build, and if you are reading these show notes, that means it is already in progress! Get your kit and join in on the fun! It will “end” with the release of the Falke kit in July.  You can find Lincoln Wright at PaintonPlastic.com -a carefully curated location that is everything Lincoln Wright in the hobby! He is also on youtube, and his own group of the same title on Facebook  You can find the members of the Modeling Insanity Podcast hanging out in our discord channel, with nightly build rooms (which are open and available all day, er'ry day-so if you've got some time at the bench, hop in a room, and someone is bound to join ya!). We keep the discord link pinned in featured. If it doesn't work let us know and we will correct the link-for some reason, the link expires from time to time- You can also find Rob Riv @ Rob Riv's Modeling Insanity, Justin can be found @ Ryan's Random Modelwerks, Frank Donati @ The Model Lager, Rob Adams @ Rob's MMU Studio, and Steve Santucci is just on facebook as himself. Join us in The Modeling Insanity Podcast Facebook page, it is always great to get new members of the asylum!Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail the Insanity Crew at modelinginsanitypodcast@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Episode 11 - Resolutions, Etiquette, and the Rise of DonatiIn the first episode of Season 2, the Insanity Crew are joined by their new co-host Mr. Frankie Donati who has been a big part of the Insanity group.  Frankie's quick wit and modeling knowledge  will be a great addition to the podcast.  The guys talk about their resolutions and goals they want to achieve in the hobby in 2024 as well as dive deep into a very important topic....social media etiquette.    There is also a quick sneak peak of Episode 12's very informative and hilarious interview.  Make sure to stay for the outtakes at the end.  Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail Rob Riviezzo at robrivsmodelinginsanity@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

In 1765, the Sons of Liberty first met, with a goal to be free from British rule.  In 2023, the men, which will come to be known as “The Mutual Admiration Society” in future annals of history, met in a secret recording room.  There they discussed topics ranging from “what's editing like for your show” to “why is it you put so much time into your podcasts?”Are these two groups in any kind of parallel?  Lol.  Why would you even think that?!  This is a hobby revolving around grown men building little plastic tanks, shops, airplanes and cars!Enjoy the show, and find links to all the other podcasts at www.modelpodcasts.comThe Participants for the RoundtableChris Meddings - The Sprue Cutters Union Darrin Cook - The Model Geeks PodcastMike Baskette - The Plastic Model MojoStuart Clark - The Scale Model PodcastRob Riviezzo - The Modeling Insanity PodcastChris Pabz - Built Sideways PodcastScott Gentry - Plastic Posse PodcastBarry Biediger - Small SubjectsMalcolm Child's - Just Making ConversationAnd the Podfather, David Goldfinch - On the Bench Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail Rob Riviezzo at robrivsmodelinginsanity@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Episode 10The Jeff Herne extravaganza!In this episode, we are joined by the always cheery and effervescent El Jeffè to talk about the days of old and the new days that are on the horizon!  The 2024 Nats are right around the corner, and Jeff is the chairman of this national event way up in Madison Wisconsin.  He talks to the guys about his paint production company, and the creation of his 3 D printing empire!https://scalecolors.com/https://nats2024.com/Rob Riv on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/robrivsmodelinginsanityJustin on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100065396023083Adams on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094271125975JustinOpening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail Rob Riviezzo at robrivsmodelinginsanity@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

The Insanity Crew get together for a quick roundtable to talk about the Christmas Holiday, Christmas memories and their favorite outtakes.  Make sure to stay for the year end Outtake spectacular.  Thank you for all the support this year and stay tuned for a  Episode 10 to close out the year, uploading very soon...Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail Rob Riviezzo at robrivsmodelinginsanity@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

The Insanity Crew talks about the recent editorial in the newest issue of the IPMS journal and the new fallout because of it.  Rob Riv gives his life lesson on ATM drive thru etiquette and the guys talk about the does and don't of airbrushing.  New kitsJustin:The new kit from Airfix in 72nd scale:The newly tooled 1:72 Messerschmitt Me410A-1/U2 & U4, the ‘backbone of Germany's home defence'. The Messerschmitt Me410 is undoubtedly one of the most impressive- looking aircraft types of the Second World War, the ultimate incarnation of Germany's fascination with the Zerstörer heavy fighter concept. Featuring two intriguing schemes, 137 parts, and an exceptional level of detail for this scale. Two schemes: Messerschmitt Me410A-1/U2, 11./ Zerstörergeschwader 26, Gardermoen, Norway, 1945. (A) Messerschmitt Me410A-1/U4, Stab II./Zerstörergeschwader 26, Königsberg, 1944. (B) P&W R2800 - Separate display version (for the Vought Corsair F4U-1A/2)From Magic FactoryKit No #75051/48th scale3D printed resin kitThis 1/48th scale 3-D printed resin Pratt & Witney R2800 "Separate display version"engine (for their Vought Corsair F4U-1A/2 kit) could, w e suppose, be used with any kitthat required an R2800 to be sitting within their diorama space.  Second set is the 1/48th scale P&W R2800 in "Maintenance version" format.  P&W R2800 - "Maintenance version" (for the Vought Corsair F4U-1A/2)From Magic FactoryKit No #75061/48th scale3D printed resin kitSet of five resin figures in 1/48th scale are designed to work with the F4U kit in the same scale. Again they are 3-D printed, and a quick removal from their base leaves you with these men working on the CorsairF4U Ground service (5 figure set)From Magic FactoryKit No #75071/48th scaleHobbyBoss 1/48 scale MiG 29K naval variant$128 due in January. Photo etch fret, rubber tires, and if I'm reading it correctly,perhaps a two seat trainer version...Tuch-Miniart figures, refugee mucisian and family 35th scale72nd scale StugIt alert starter kitsSocial Media ShoutoutsJustin- The Art of Scale Modeling by Eero Kumanto his discovan caught my eye amazingpaintwork, amazing work with the details.Adams - Dean Collins go cart/scooter made from VW FENDER. from SMCGTuchJohn Bonanni's Turkey Shoot buildOpening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail Rob Riviezzo at robrivsmodelinginsanity@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

Episode 8 - Tuch Takes the Lead & BJ Pontificates About 3D PrintingPMS Update - Dave Lockhart resigns!Ale Clerici clarification and bombshells!Interview with BJ Debekker of Panzer ConceptsTalking Turkey Shoot, Flying Drumstick Buddy Build, and Red Beach One Studio WWI Group BuildNew kitsJustin:Sabrekits have announced the future release of a 48th scale Avia B.135 -used by the Czech and Bulgarian air forces, they were plagued with engine troubles so were mainly relegated to training duties, although they are credited with one kill, when four of them jumped a B24 returning from the Ploiesti Raid.Eduard announced plans for a new tool P-51 B/C model for 20/24HobbyBoss will be releasing a 48th scale U-2R in December.  The decals will allow for the build up of Dragonlady.  The listing is up already on the Hobbylink Japan site, but there is no button to preorder or buy now. So stay tuned!Tuch- Das Werk 16th scale Puma-2024Stalingrad German Halftrack Crew figuresVoyages in JanuaryRare miniatures 3d printed tunic buttons and Hetzer ExhaustMiniart -champagne seller figures w/cratesAdams-Border Models Israeli Merkava Mk2 w/full interior 35th scaleBC002 Grizzly Battletank- command and conquer gameSocial Media ShoutoutsJustin - Zach Grizzle, his facade build, he his sculpting his first figure, and the story he told that brings this project closer to his heart was touching.Adams - Bjorn Jacobsen- MMUTuch - Military Figure painters assoc.  Fabrizio MariniBJ - Hoseo 9th scale Howitzer H3 ModelsDavid Hobbs and Dave Ferguson first show at the museumRiv- Stuart Goodsen Takom 1/4 ton SAS Jeep North African CampaignMake sure to stay till the end for some funny outtakes.....Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail Rob Riviezzo at robrivsmodelinginsanity@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

New Segment- RIV'S RANTSRiv rants about modeling group page hosts apparent ulterior motives….We talk PennCon-Justin even took home some hardware, and his kids cleaned the raffle table!We also had a chat about 3D printing's impact on the creativity and ingenuity of modelers. Does it take away the scratchbuilding skills we all used to have, before 3D printing started becoming popular?Black Rifle Model Worx communityFacebook https://m.facebook.com/groups/464523078368673/?ref=share&mibextid=Na33LfYouTube https://youtube.com/@BlackRifleModelWorx?si=340uEpiEt-OAFWlBSocial Media ShoutoutsJustin :Akiyoshi Matsuyama-Modeling insanity groupRob Riv-Josh Scott Cobrapla https://www.facebook.com/CobraPla?mibextid=LQQJ4dRob Adams- Joe Hudson -MMU Page https://www.facebook.com/groups/297836094235989/permalink/1256010801751842/?mibextid=W9rl1RTuch- Thomas WinebergFound on the Copper State Models Facebook pageOpening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail Rob Riviezzo at robrivsmodelinginsanity@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

The guys first talk about the fallout from the recent IPMS Nationals show in San Marcos Texas.  The discussion takes a turn when Rob Riv goes on a tirade regarding the vilification of a fellow podcaster and modeler.  A special guest joins the podcast to give insight of the hobby from the younger teenage perspective.  Is the future of the hobby at stake?  The guys then discuss the importance of participating in local modeling clubs as well as virtual build rooms and groups.  Make sure to listen and join the Insanity for a fun and hilarious look at the world of scale modeling.   Don't forget to stay and listen the outtakes at the end...Black Rifle Model Worx Community Group IPMS (UK) Online Charity AuctionFriday 29th September 2023 8PM UK Time  3PM ESTOpening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail Rob Riviezzo at robrivsmodelinginsanity@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

The Insanity Crew recap the IPMS Nationals Show that took place in San Marcos Texas with special guest host Stuart Malone.  The discussion starts off calm and rational until it gets a heated when the judging etiquette from the show is brought up.  Make sure to listen till the end for some funny outtakes.Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail Rob Riviezzo at robrivsmodelinginsanity@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

The Insanity Crew goes on the road and off the rails with models, decals, and bourbon with a very "special" guest.  Frank the Tank Blanton fills in for Rob Adams  as a guest host while he attending the IPMS Nationals Show in Texas.  The Insanity Crew interview Georg Eyerman and they discuss AMPS and his decal making company Decalcomaniacs.  The show slowly goes off the rails while Frank Blanton puts back one to many glasses of bourbon while they discuss modeling on the go and organizing your stash with Scalemates.com  Make sure to listen till the end for some funny outtakes.Websites to the friends of the podcast talked about during this episode:decalcomaniacs.netdemonbarberdesigns.comOpening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail Rob Riviezzo at robrivsmodelinginsanity@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

A simple discussion about alternative hobbies morphs into tried and true modeling techniques that work or don't work for each of the guys.  Followed by a simple paint discussion that leads to a meltdown by Rob Riv and why he thinks a certain paint company is horrible.  Is he just talking BS again, or does he finally make some sense.  Listen and decide for yourself...also make sure to stay till the end for the usual hysterical outtakes...Websites to the friends of the podcast talked about during this episode:microworldgames.companzerwerkdesign.com.pldecalcomaniacs.netguidelinepublications.co.ukOpening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail Rob Riviezzo at robrivsmodelinginsanity@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

The Insanity gets a new cohost and the guys interview Andrew Measey from New Zealand.  The guys discuss what they have done when they have lost their "mojo" and what they needed to do to get it back.  Friends of the Podcast shouted out during the Episode:PanzerConcepts.comTankraft.comRed Reach One StudiosSabotminatures.comValuegeardesign,.comOpening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail Rob Riviezzo at robrivsmodelinginsanity@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail Rob Riviezzo at robrivsmodelinginsanity@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail Rob Riviezzo at robrivsmodelinginsanity@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.

The guys talk about the most recent IPMS Nationals debacle and the AMPS National Show Recap in Camp Hill, PA.  The guys also discuss new kits and products in the hobby, as well what's on the bench.  Make sure to stay after the end music for some bonus insanity...Opening and end music by Supernova by Arthur Vyncke https://soundcloud.com/arthurvostMusic promoted by http://www.free-stock-music.comJoin the Podcast on Facebook on The Modeling Insanity Podcast PageEmail Rob Riviezzo at robrivsmodelinginsanity@gmail.com for any comments or suggestions.