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Bench Tested: A Ghostbusters Podcast

Charlie Harsh
Ghostbusters
Gpstar Technologies
Proton Pack
3D Printing
Hasbrackets
Ghostbusters Afterlife
Aluminum Ghost Trap
Dragon Workshop
Gpstar
Ghostbusters Uniform
Dirt Farmer Industries
Ghostbusters Fandom
C&A Prop Design
Smoke Kits
Green Stream Ghostbusters
PKE Meter
Scavenger Workshop
Etsy
Norcal Ghostbusters
Spirit Halloween

Bench Tested is a Ghostbusters podcast for fans who love the gear as much as the ghosts. Each episode dives into the props that brought the films to life, from proton packs and ghost traps to the belt gizmos and experimental tech seen on screen. We break down the history, design, electronics, and real world builds behind these iconic devices, while talking with prop makers and fans who keep the sp... more

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In Season 2, Episode 3 of Bench Tested, Charlie Harsh sits down with Luke Ellis, better known as The Green Haired Ghostbuster, to talk about the Ghostbusters Community Trading Card Project.

They get into how the project started, how it has connected... more

In this episode of Bench Tested, Charlie Harsh sits down with Dustin Grau and Nomake Wan from GPStar Technologies to talk about the brains behind modern Ghostbusters electronics.

They get into pack and wand integration, firmware development, trouble... more

In the Season 2 premiere of Bench Tested, Charlie Harsh sits down with Sepp from Dirt Farmer Industries, a builder whose ideas have quietly become some of the most widely used upgrades in the Ghostbusters community.

From the early days of discoverin... more

This week on Bench Tested, Charlie Harsh sits down with David Farrell from the Buffalo Ghostbusters to talk proton pack mods, 3D printing, HasLab upgrades, and what it really takes to level up a Ghostbusters build.

From modifying Spirit Halloween pa... more

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David Farrell
Member of the Buffalo Ghostbusters, prop builder
Buffalo Ghostbusters
Episode: Bench Tested: The Upgrade Path: Spirit Packs, HasLabs, and Custom Builds with David Farrell
Indy Magnoli
Founder of Magnoli Clothiers, film-accurate clothing and prop specialist
Magnoli Clothiers
Episode: Bench Tested: Screen Accurate Is a Lie: Building Ghostbusters Gear That Actually Feels Real
Sean Charlesworth
Prop builder known for detailed, functional Ghostbusters props; worked with Tested and Adam Savage
Sean Charlesworth / Tested
Episode: Bench Tested: Function Over Perfection with Sean Charlesworth
Ben Eadie
Special effects designer and engineer who worked on Ghostbusters Afterlife
Ghostbusters Afterlife
Episode: Bench Tested: From Screen to Reality – Ben Eadie on Building Props That Actually Work
Nomake Wan
A programmer, builder, and Ghostbusters fan who contributes to GPStar code and hardware projects
GPStar community / Ghostbusters build ecosystem
Episode: Bench Tested: From Toy Frustration to Open-Source Modding with Nomake Wan
Chris Nance
Member, NorCal Ghostbusters
NorCal Ghostbusters
Episode: Bench Tested: Building for the Field, Packs, Uniforms, and the NorCal Ghostbusters
Greg Burke
Member, NorCal Ghostbusters
NorCal Ghostbusters
Episode: Bench Tested: Building for the Field, Packs, Uniforms, and the NorCal Ghostbusters
Chris Hunt
Owner of Dragon Workshop, Ghostbusters prop maker
Dragon Workshop
Episode: Bench Tested: From Workbench to Shop, Building Ghostbusters Props with Chris Hunt (Dragon Workshop)
Matt Baker
Ghostbusters prop builder, Green Stream Ghostbusters member
Green Stream Ghostbusters
Episode: Bench Tested: From Fan to Builder, Inside the Workbench with Matt Baker & Marc (Scavenger Workshop)

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Charlie Harsh
Host of Bench Tested, guiding conversations on Ghostbusters gear and community-driven builds

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5.0 out of 5 stars from 8 ratings
  • Great Show for all levels of builder’s and Modders of GB gear.

    I saw your show pop-up on one of the GB fan sites and builder sites on Facebook. I clicked on it and I’m hooked. The show really brings a down to earth prospective on building, proton packs and gear so that all levels from beginner, novice and experts can be on the same playing field. I was always very self-conscious about my pack building and how it needs to be close to screen accurate but I realize that the Ghostbusters didn’t have a lot of money when they started and were always living from c... more

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    Ghosthead Ed
    United States2 months ago

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Shows practical, affordable approaches to bar-raising builds and customization
Community-driven with collaborative spirit and knowledge sharing
Balances screen-inspired accuracy with real-world usability and wearability
Great for builders of all levels and modders; down-to-earth gear insights
Good for learning weathering, electronics, and convention-ready workflows

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Bench Tested: The Upgrade Path: Spirit Packs, HasLabs, and Custom Builds with David Farrell
Q: What was the first Ghostbusters proper project that made you go from fan to builder?
David Farrell describes starting with cosplay in 2019, modding a Spirit Halloween pack, and then expanding into more ambitious builds as he connected with the Buffalo Ghostbusters.
Bench Tested: Screen Accurate Is a Lie: Building Ghostbusters Gear That Actually Feels Real
Q: What's one change that would instantly make a uniform look more legitimate for someone leveling up their build?
Identify what you want to achieve and balance realism with budget; distressing and wear-in (wrinkles, patina) can dramatically improve believability, and the goal is to wear something that feels real rather than something that's just visually exact.
Bench Tested: Screen Accurate Is a Lie: Building Ghostbusters Gear That Actually Feels Real
Q: Can you walk through how different fabrics or finishes can completely change how a build reads on camera and in person?
Fabric choice, wear, and distressing drive how the piece reads on screen; for the GB2-style two-tone suits, choosing ripstop versus plain weave creates a depth that reads on camera, while in-person wear can be less forgiving and may require dialing back some effects for real life wearability.
Bench Tested: Screen Accurate Is a Lie: Building Ghostbusters Gear That Actually Feels Real
Q: Yeah, absolutely. So when you approach something, say like, Ghostbusters uniform, where do you start first? Is it reference, materials, construction? Where at?
We assess the item case by case, starting with whatever reference is available, whether screenshots, photos from originals, or a direct original to work from; in some cases we're given high-def originals to measure and analyze to nail the exact details.
Bench Tested: Function Over Perfection with Sean Charlesworth
Q: What future Ghostbusters project would you love to tackle, and what makes it appealing beyond the display value?
I'd love to redesign my trap for removable cartridges and modular internals, plus a display-oriented Frozen Empire drone concept, because combining interactive tech with iconic visuals would push the craft from display to immersive experience.

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This show centers on the practical craft of Ghostbusters props and gear, from proton packs to belt devices, with deep dives into design decisions, electronics, and real-world builds. Episodes frequently feature builders and makers discussing CAD, 3D printing, weathering, and usability, balancing screen accuracy with durability and wearer comfort. The discussion often highlights community collaboration, open knowledge, and iterative improvements driven by builders' feedback and live-event experiences, making it a go-to for hands-on fans who want actionable tips and vendor insight. A standout thread across episodes is the emphasis on accessibility—demystifying tooling, costs, and processes so beginners can participate while still inspiring se... more

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