On The Bench

A scale model podcast about all things to do with building scale models.

OTB 229: Goodbye 2025 12/27/2025

OTB 229: Goodbye 2025 Last episode for the year.......the boys chat about what plans they have for 2026 and dive into a very large mailbag. Thank you all for your wonderful support this year and we will see you in January 2026! /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/39540170

OTB 228: Displaying your armour model, with Clayton Ockerby. 12/12/2025

OTB 228: Displaying your armour model, with Clayton Ockerby. Episode 228 and the boys are are joined by Clayton Ockerby to discuss ways to display your finished armour models. Don’t forget to support the sponsor of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply Send us an email, we would love to hear from you! Write to . If you would like to support our show please go to We recommend Workbench Hobbies for your viewing pleasure. /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/39304920

OTB 227: Accessorising your armour model. 11/29/2025

OTB 227: Accessorising your armour model. In this episode the boys are once again joined with Rob Riviezzo to talk about accessorising your armour model in a discussion that hits the mark now and again but certainly in a very entertaining way. Don’t forget to support the sponsor of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to . If you would like to support our show please go to /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/39202340

OTB 226: Sean Morgan 1/5th scale MV Agusta. 11/15/2025

OTB 226: Sean Morgan 1/5th scale MV Agusta. Episode 226 and the boys chat with Sean Morgan about his incredible scratchbuilt 1/5th scale MV Agusta motorcycle. We also look back on how we did at ScaleACT'25, read some mail and spin the Patreon wheel of fortune. Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to . If you would like to support our show please go to /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/39042630

OTB 225: ScaleACT'25 11/12/2025

OTB 225: ScaleACT'25 Episode 225 and the boys are in Canberra living the high life at Australia’s premier model show, ScaleACT 2025. Don’t forget to support the sponsor of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to . If you would like to support our show please go to We recommend Black Hat Models Workbench Hobbies /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/39005350

OTB 224: The Model Box 10/25/2025

OTB 224: The Model Box Episode 224 and the boys are joined by Stan Spooner who talking about his exciting new venture, the opening of a bricks and mortar hobby shop called “The Model Box, and the driving concept behind it. Check out this link for more info:- We also have the usual mailbag and of course the exciting Patreon wheel of fortune! Don’t forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to . If you would like to support our show please go to /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/38776025

OTB 223: Models shows and Podcasts 10/11/2025

OTB 223: Models shows and Podcasts In episode 223 the boys are joined by Brian from the Built Sideways Podcast to chew the fat on everything and nothing. We then talk to Giampaolo (a.k.a “G”) about the exciting Gaming, Hobby and Model expo “GameX” (GhMX) on in Brisbane on November 22-23. Check out this link for more info:- We also have the usual mailbag and of course, the exciting Patreon wheel of fortune! Don’t forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to . If you would like to support our show please go to /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/38547090

OTB 222: Staying safe while you build. 09/27/2025

OTB 222: Staying safe while you build. The lads are joined by Bredon to have a c=hat about stay SAFE with you are building your models. The President of ScaleACT drops in to give us an update on ScaleACT 2025. And we crack open the mailbox so see what you have to say. To get in touch with us, send an email to /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/38375330

OTB 221: PatCon 2025 09/13/2025

OTB 221: PatCon 2025 In this episode the boys are joined by Mason and Spencer to talk about the upcoming PatCon 2025 being held at the American Heritage Museum September 28. /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/38206110

OTB 220: Life goes on 08/30/2025

OTB 220: Life goes on We are back with Episode 220. Dave unboxes the Moosearoo cup build and is gutted to find out it is a car much to Ian's and Julian's amusement! Life goes on. /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/38028140

OTB 219: Modelfiesta'26 Judging rubric. 08/02/2025

OTB 219: Modelfiesta'26 Judging rubric. The boys are joined by Dana Mathes and Rob Booth to talk about the philosophy behind Modelfiesta’26 judging criteria. Modelfiesta is the longest running annual modelling event in IPMS region 6 and the contest has grown in quality and size with an average of 120 vendor tables and 600 models on display. On again this coming January 4th, check out the details We also have the usual mailbag and of course, the exciting Patreon wheel of fortune! Don’t forget to support the sponsor of our show Scott from the Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to . /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/37644795

OTB 218: Modelling in flight 07/19/2025

OTB 218: Modelling in flight The boys are joined by Chris Becker and Collin Tatusko to discuss modelling aircraft in flight. This was a really interesting chat and we hope that it inspires you to consider how you build and display your next aircraft model. You can check the Scale Model Aircraft in Flight community out We also have the usual mailbag and of course, the exciting Patreon wheel of fortune! Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to . Don’t forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from the If you would like to support our show please go to We recommend the following youtube channels:- /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/37464255

OTB 217: Winzfactor and bugs! 06/28/2025

OTB 217: Winzfactor and bugs! In this episode we talk with Marissa, a.k.a Winzfactor, about her stunning work painting bugs! We are also joined by Peter Davis who gives us the lowdown on ScaleACT 2025. /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/37201500

OTB 216: Exhibitions, contests and shows! 06/14/2025

OTB 216: Exhibitions, contests and shows! The boys chat with QMHE25 show promotions officer, Chris Miller about their upcoming hobby expo…..and yes we will be at that show! Next we are joined by the missing link, Lincoln Wrong (Wright) to hear about his exciting Ma.K competition. All that as well as the usual mailbag and exciting Patreon wheel of fortune! Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to . Or you can leave a voicemail. We sure would love to hear from you! If you would like to support our show please go to Don’t forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/37008840

OTB: Modellers Without Borders VMX 25! 06/13/2025

OTB: Modellers Without Borders VMX 25! In this short sharp bonus ep, Dave talks to Tim and Bruce from Modellers Without Borders (MWB); the international non-profit dedicated to building an inclusive and connected modelling community, to announce the launch of its first-ever global online event: Virtual Model Exhibition 2025 (VMX 25). https://modellers.org/home/vmx25/ /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/36996190

OTB 215: Down the rabbit hole with Alex Johnston. 05/31/2025

OTB 215: Down the rabbit hole with Alex Johnston. In this episode the boys welcome Alex Johnston, who successfully won the 48 in 48 bid to be the OTB producer for a day. In his role as producer, Alex has chosen the round table discussion on the topic of “Rabbit holes” in our hobby. We love to know what you have to say, so write to us at Onthebench64@gmail.com. Or you can us leave a voicemail at Please support the sponsor of our show, Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply If you would like to support our show please go to We recommend:- Black Hat Models Workbench Hobbies /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/36797710

OTB 214: Beyond the Box Art 05/17/2025

OTB 214: Beyond the Box Art In episode 214, the boys talk to Paul Pendelton-Brown (Brownie) about the exciting new modelling podcast "Beyond the Box Art" which will be dropping on May 22nd. The OTB crew are extremely excited about this new podcast and we would ask all of our followers to have a listen when it drops. Listener mail, Patreon Wheel of Fortune and much more on the show, so sit back a enjoy! /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/36600160

OTB 213: Arms Corps Models with Jason Miller 05/03/2025

OTB 213: Arms Corps Models with Jason Miller In this episode a very unwell Dave battles on and the boys talk to Jason Miller form Arms Corps Models. Or you can us leave a voicemail at Please support the sponsor of our show, Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply If you would like to support our show please go to /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/36417650

OTB 212: Is our hobby in a crisis? 04/19/2025

OTB 212: Is our hobby in a crisis? In this episode the boys catch up with Rob Riviezzo to examine if our hobby is in a crisis given the current state of world economics and its impact on our hobby. Fear not! This is NOT a political rant or discussion, but a look at the current economic situation and the impacts on the hobby that we love. None of us profess to be economic geniuses, and as such we are coming at this from the layman’s point of view. We would love to know what you think so write to us at Onthebench64@gmail.com. Or you can us leave a voicemail at Please support the sponsor of our show, Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply If you would like to support our show please go to /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/36228270

OTB 211: Bacon Bits. An interview with Greg Lester 04/05/2025

OTB 211: Bacon Bits. An interview with Greg Lester In this episode we talk to Greg Lester a.k.a Bacon Bits, one of Australia's most accomplished ship modellers. Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to . Or you can leave a voicemail at leaving a voice mail. We sure would love to hear from you! If you would like to support our show please go to /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/36014500

OTB 210: Post 48 in 48. 03/22/2025

OTB 210: Post 48 in 48. Episode 210 and the boys reflect on the 48 in 48 weekend. /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/35818030

OTB 209: Publish or die! An interview with Rob Riviezzo. 03/02/2025

OTB 209: Publish or die! An interview with Rob Riviezzo. In Episode 209 the boys catch up with Rob Riviezzo to have a chat about the model magazine industry. This a particularly long episode so if you want to just hear the interview, jump to the 57 minute mark. Don’t forget you can us leave a voicemail at Or write to us Onthebench64@gmail.com. Please support the sponsor of our show, Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply If you would like to support our show please go to We recommend:- Black Hat Models Workbench Hobbies /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/35496515

OTB 208: The Hobby Man 02/22/2025

OTB 208: The Hobby Man In Episode 208 the boys record “live” from their local model shop, The Hobbyman in Narre Warren. Joining the gang at the shop on a busy Saturday morning, we talk to Julia and Brenton about the ins and outs of the shop are get an idea on how they plan and order stock, what kits are the most popular and even meet some benchers who dropped in to say “G’Day”. Check out their website Don’t forget you can us leave a voicemail at Or write to us Onthebench64@gmail.com. Please support the sponsor of our show, Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply If you would like to support our show please go to We recommend:- Black Hat Models Workbench Hobbies /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/35386660

OTB 207: Sprueverse! A chat with Philip Segal. 02/08/2025

OTB 207: Sprueverse! A chat with Philip Segal. In Episode 207 the boys are joined by Philip Segal, renowned, writer, director and TV producer to talk about his passion for model building as well as his amazing YouTube channel Sprueverse. Check out Phil’s work Don’t forget you can us leave a voicemail at Or write to us . Please support the sponsor of our show, Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply If you would like to support our show please go to We recommend:- Black Hat Models Workbench Hobbies /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/35200995

OTB 206: Models for Heros 48Hr Build and HeritageCON 17. 02/01/2025

OTB 206: Models for Heros 48Hr Build and HeritageCON 17. In Episode 206 the boys are joined by James Skiffins to talk about the Models for Heroes 48Hr build and later in the show Duncan Young pops in to give us all the goss on HertiageCON 17. https://48-48.org/ https://www.ipmshamilton.ca/heritagecon You can leave us a voicemail at Or write to us . Don’t forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply If you would like to support our show please go to We recommend:- Black Hat Models Workbench Hobbies /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/35106520

OTB 205: Some new models for 2025 01/25/2025

OTB 205: Some new models for 2025 In Episode 205 The boys have a look at the Airfix and Italeri releases for 2025 You can leave a voicemail at Or write to us . Don’t forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply If you would like to support our show please go to We recommend:- Black Hat Models Workbench Hobbies /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/35002580

OTB 204: The M113. 01/11/2025

OTB 204: The M113. In the first episode for the year, the boys consider where they might go in 2026 for a field trip. In the meantime, Stewart Rolfe and John “Spud” Murphy drop in to talk about the 1/16th Scale M113, building it, painting it, weathering it and displaying it. Great conversation! The winner of our Patreon Wheel of Fortune is announced….and what a cracker of a prize! You can leave a voicemail at Or write to us . Don’t forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply If you would like to support our show please go to We recommend:- Black Hat Models Workbench Hobbies /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/34813520

OTB 203: 2024, that is a wrap! 12/14/2024

OTB 203: 2024, that is a wrap! In the last episode for the year, the boys reflect on 2024 and talk about plans for 2025. Don’t forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to . Or you can leave a voicemail at leaving a voice mail. We sure would love to hear from you! If you would like to support our show please go to We recommend:- Black Hat Models Workbench Hobbies /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/34441505

OTB 202: Armour with Panzermeister36 11/30/2024

OTB 202: Armour with Panzermeister36 The boys talk about their experiences at Scale ACT. They are then joined by Evan McCallum a.k.a Panzermeister36 to talk about Armour. You can find his YouTube channel here: Panzermeister36 Don’t forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to . Or you can leave a voicemail at leaving a voice mail. We sure would love to hear from you! If you would like to support our show please go to We recommend Black Hat Models Workbench Hobbies /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/34206330

OTB 201: ScaleACT 2024! 11/15/2024

OTB 201: ScaleACT 2024! The boys head North to check out Scale ACT. Listen in on all the fun and people that they met. Don’t forget to support the sponsors of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply Check out this episodes supporters Specmod Models Black Hat Models YouTube Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to . Or you can leave a voicemail at leaving a voice mail. We sure would love to hear from you! If you would like to support our show please go to /episode/index/show/otbmodellerspodcast/id/33941317

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