The Modeling Insanity Podcast

<div>A funny, honest and in your face look into the world of scale modeling.</div>

Episode 16 - Are You Not Entertained?!?!

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. ...

05-15
01:51:39

Episode 15 - AMPS Nats Recap Show...

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 Canadi...

04-30
02:37:43

Special Episode - Simulcast with the Black Rifle Model Worx Group

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 t...

04-24
01:59:11

Episode 14 - On the Road to AMPS Nats...

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 Fra...

04-09
01:52:56

Episode 13 - To PE or Not to PE

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, wh...

03-25
01:59:38

Episode 12 - The Wright Stuff

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 h...

02-23
02:27:16

Episode 11 - Resolutions, Etiquette, and the Rise of Donati

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 i...

02-04
01:56:16

Episode 10 - The Return of Herne!

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...

01-19
01:54:06

A Very Merry Christmas & Outtake Spectacular Episode

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 T...

12-22
53:30

Episode 9 - The Insanity Crew Talks Turkey Shoot, Airbrushing & Life Lessons

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 ...

12-16
01:44:58

Episode 8 - Tuch Takes the Lead & BJ Pontificates About 3D Printing

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...

11-06
01:51:40

Episode 6 - The Fallout, The Future & Friends

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....

09-16
01:59:56

Episode 5 - IPMS Nationals Recap - The Good, The Bad and The Touchy...

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 Ins...

08-24
01:52:41

Episode 4 - The Insanity Crew Goes On The Road And Off The Rails With Models, Decals, and Bourbon

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 ...

08-13
01:36:04

Episode 3 - The Great Paint Debate

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 ta...

07-21
01:43:15

Episode 2 - The Insanity Increases by 1 with a Special Guest From Down Under

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 ...

07-01
01:36:58

Episode 1 - The Insanity Begins...

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 the Insanity Crew ...

06-13
01:30:14

Special Episode - The Scale Model Podcast Roundtable Series Part 1 - The Producers

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 ar...

01-23
01:59:43

Episode 7 - Riv Rants, Debate Brews and Group Build Season Bears Down on Us

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=N...

10-09
02:20:56

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