The Diecast Podcast

In Episode 11 of The Diecast Podcast, Matt (@minicarrealm) and Ben (@boyracerben) dive into one of the biggest weeks of diecast chatter we’ve had in a while. After a brief come down from last episode’s visit from Lee (@this_is_my_diecast_life), the boys get straight into the latest waves of Hot Wheels news, RLC reveals, and premium-brand surprises.This episode covers:🔥 Hot Wheels RLC UpdatesThe Pagani Huayra R rerelease in silver — worth the pickup or too soon after the last two?Rumours circling a Spectraflame pink RWB Porsche, with talk of potential RLC chase variants becoming the new normal.The upcoming Subaru WRX 22B in gunmetal grey, and how non‑Spectraflame colours actually suit JDM castings better.First look at the red Shelby Cobra coming March 10, plus colourways we wish Hot Wheels would try.🏁 Selections Series DramaThe Chevy Nova SS wins the casting vote, followed by a tight race between SS Stock and Pro Stock liveries.Why the lack of wheel options stirred things up — and which livery the community seems to be leaning toward.🚗 Elite64 & Premium LinesThe first-ever Elite64 duplicate casting with the LBWK Aventador #21 — is this the beginning of recolours?The new Vintage Racing premium set, including the 250 GTO, Jaguar XJS and that gold R32 chase everyone’s talking about.💎 Mini GT, BBR, Kaido House & MoreMini GT’s trio of Hyundai releases — same same, but slightly improved.BBR’s new Testarossa, 296 GTB and Speciale — hits for Matt, misses for Ben.Kaido House’s massive drop including the R32, Frog Fairlady Z and Advan E30.A surprisingly nice Audi A3 rally car from X‑Car Toys.🦘 Australian Diecast NewsA first look at Authentic Collectibles’ Track Stars, the $29 price tag, and whether blacked-out windows will sink the line before it starts.🏎️ Motor Helix & High-EndLiberty Walk R34, R35, RX‑7 and more — all with opening parts.Are these worth triple the price of Pop Race equivalents?💰 Hidden Gem of the WeekBen brings a Rhino Model Ferrari 599XX that punches way above its price tag.

Episode 10 is here, and we’re celebrating with a special guest — the highly requested Ly (@this_is_my_diecast_life)! Join Matt (@minicarrealm) and Ben (@boyracerben) as they dive deep into the latest Hot Wheels, Mini GT, Pop Race, Kaido House, MotorHelix and more, with Lee bringing his trademark honesty, humour and strong opinions to the table.We cover: 🚗 Hot Wheels rumours, gold chase debates & RLC Overdrive controversy.🏎️ Mini GT’s latest releases — Mustangs, R34s, RX‑7s, & more🛻 The wild Mini GT helicopter + yacht diorama🔥 Pop Race vs Hot Wheels Spectraflame talk🛠️ Kaido House new castings, scale drama & “watermelon wheels”🏁 MotorHelix elite detail models & whether they’re worth the $$💬 Viewer questions + Ly’s top diecast pieces🚘 Ly’s dream garage, collector pet hates & favourite brands.An episode full of laughs, strong takes and plenty of diecast passion. Thanks again to Ly for jumping on — absolute legend.

Episode #9 is loaded, and honestly… it might be our best one yet. @MiniCarRealm and @boyracerben dive headfirst into January’s preorder madness, breaking down all the major brands you care about.We get into:• 🧾 All the big January preorders (what’s worth it, what’s hype, what’s noise)• ⚠️ Some spicy controversy in the diecast world• 🔥 New release hype, including:• Hot Wheels Modern Classics Set• Pop Race’s RWB• Micro Turbo’s NSX• 💎 Ben’s hidden gem reveal• 😬 Our personal FOMO picks — the models testing our self-controlIt’s laughs, hot takes, collector chaos, and proper diecast energy from start to finish.If you’re a serious collector, casual fan, or just love the culture — this one’s for you.🎙️ The Diecast Podcast – Episode 9Like, subscribe, and jump in the comments with what’s giving you FOMO 👇

Episode 8 is locked and loaded 🔥In this episode of the Diecast Podcast, minicarrealm and BoyRacerBen go full throttle on everything happening in the diecast world right now.We break down the madness and metal of Tokyo Auto Salon, unpack the chaos, burnouts, and culture of Summernats, and then dive head-first into the latest diecast announcements from across the hobby. New releases, surprise drops, hot takes, and a few opinions that might ruffle some blister cards along the way.If you’re into 1:64 scale, JDM legends, Aussie car culture, or just love keeping up with what brands are doing right now — this one’s for you.👇 Hit play, drop your thoughts in the comments, and let us know which releases have you reaching for your wallet.

The conversation begins with New Year greetings and a discussion about diecast gifts received during the holiday season. It then transitions into reflections on the year 2025 and the diecast world, followed by a detailed exploration of the 2025 Lamley Awards and the voting process. The discussion then delves into the Model of the Year and the winners of 2025, concluding with a review of personal favorites and new releases from Mini GT. The conversation covers a range of new diecast model releases from different brands, including Mortal Model, Tomica Custom Works, OZ Wheels, and the upcoming Showstoppers series. The hosts also discuss the significance of the Lamborghini Muira and the potential for guest appearances in future episodes.Chapters00:00 New Year Greetings and Diecast Gifts06:55 The 2025 Lamley Awards and Voting Process15:44 Model of the Year and Winners of 202521:21 Personal Favorites and New Releases from Mini GT47:24 Mortal Model and Pop Race Releases59:20 OZ Wheels Latest Releases01:07:40 Upcoming Showstoppers Series

Welcome back to The Diecast Podcast! 🎙️In Episode 6, Matt and Ben are back in the studio talking all things 1:64 diecast, breaking down the latest releases and sharing some honest collector opinions.🚗 In this episode, we cover:• The newest drops from Hot Wheels, Mini GT, Pop Race, Inno64, Tarmac Works and more• An audience-submitted topic:• Favourite dioramas• Least liked vs most liked Hot Wheels releases• Hidden gem models you might’ve missed• What releases are giving us serious FOMO• The growing competition between diecast brands and how it’s changing the hobbyAs always, expect strong opinions, collector banter, and plenty of diecast passion.👇 Get involved• Drop a comment with your favourite diorama or current FOMO release• Let us know which brand you think is winning right now• Like, subscribe, and share the podcast with your diecast mates🎧 Whether you’re into JDM, muscle, Euro, or full-blown shelf queens — this one’s for collectors.#DiecastPodcast #DiecastCars #HotWheels #MiniGT #PopRace #INNO64 #TarmacWorks #DiecastCollectors #164Scale #DiecastCommunity

We kicked off this fortnight’s episode of The Diecast Podcast with a juicy discussion — which brand truly deserves the #2 spot behind Hot Wheels? 👀Is it Mini GT? Pop Race? Or someone else climbing the ranks? We each share our picks (and don’t exactly agree 😅).Then we dive into all the latest diecast news and opinions from the big names — Hot Wheels, Mini GT, Pop Race, and more! Expect some hot takes, collector insights, and plenty of laughs along the way.

We talk the latest diecast announcements and answer the dreaded hypothetical question of which car we would keep if we had to get rid of our entire collection.

This episode is packed with everything a diecast fan lives for:🎤 Rhyming Into the EpisodeMatt warms things up with some cheeky diecast-themed bars. You’ve been warned.🇦🇺 Australian Diecast Expo (Adelaide) RecapWe break down the sights, the exclusives, the crowds, — and the standout moments from one of Australia’s biggest diecast events of the year.🔥 Big Brand AnnouncementsWe dive into the latest news from:​Hot Wheels​Mini GT​Micro Turbo​Pop Race​Tarmac WorksNew releases, surprises, must-haves — we cover it all.💬 Audience Topic From Episode #4You commented, we listened! We pick a viewer-suggested topic straight from Episode #4 comments and share our honest thoughts.🆕 New Brands Ben Has DiscoveredBen’s gone exploring and brings some fresh-off-the-radar brands to the table — perfect for collectors looking to expand beyond the usual suspects.🛠️ Closing With Diecast WisdomWe wrap things up with some sound advice for collectors at any levelHit like, drop a comment, and subscribe so you never miss an episode!👇 Comment for Episode #6:Got a topic you want us to cover next? Let us know below! 

Welcome back to Episode #4 of The Diecast Podcast, where Matt (@minicarrealm) and Ben (@boyracerben) dive head-first into another massive week in the 1:64 world!In this episode we cover:🔥 Big Brand News & New ReleasesWe break down the latest drops and announcements from all the heavy hitters — Hot Wheels, Mini GT, Pop Race, Tarmac Works and more. What’s hot? What’s surprising? What’s going straight onto the wishlist?🏎️ Tomica Limited Vintage Neo — Ferrari F40 RereleaseThe TLV-N F40 is making a comeback, and we couldn’t be more excited. We chat about why this casting is so iconic and why TLV-N could be one of the best lines of diecast money can buy in 1:64 scale.🚗 Our Childhood CarsWe get nostalgic talking about the cars we grew up with — which ones shaped us, which ones survived the years, and whether we still have any hiding in a box somewhere.🧡 The First Cars That Started Our Adult CollectionsEvery collector has an origin story. We share ours: the models that kicked off our serious collecting journey and ultimately led to the podcast you’re listening to now.If you love diecast, collecting stories, and keeping up with the latest releases — this is the episode for you. Make sure to like, comment, and subscribe so you never miss an update from the world of mini machines!👇 Drop a comment:What was your first adult collection car?

Diecast collectors and content creators, Matt and Ben, get this project kicked off with the very first episode. Talking top 3 diecast brands, recent purchases, and all the diecast news from the last couple of months. Stay till the end for our hidden gem brand and what's happening with diecast expo's around the world.