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Hey Modelers! Welcome to the ModelGeeks Podcast, a place where we talk about anything and everything relating to scale models. Sit back and buckle up for an exciting journey into the world of scale modeling. It doesn’t matter whether you’re new to the hobby, been around since Moses, or that you build aircraft, armor, ships, or automobiles. We hope to have a little bit for each of you. Our for... more

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Welcome to Episode 133 of The Modelgeeks Podcast!  

In this episode, the Geeks are a man down with Nemo on work travel and the four remaining Geeks continue the show. We’ll kick things off with what’s happening in our Model World, run through the li... more

Welcome to Episode 132 of The ModelGeeks Podcast!

After a little bit of the usual Geeks banter, we catch up on what’s happening in our respective model worlds, what’s on the bench, what we’ve finished, and of course, what new plastic has somehow man... more

Welcome to Episode 131 of The Modelgeeks Podcast! 

After a small bit of banter, we share what is on our bench and what we have picked up lately.  We then cover Mail Call (keep the cards & letters coming folks!).  Don’t forget Listener Spotlight.  

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Welcome to Episode 130 of The Modelgeeks Podcast!  

In this episode, we’ll kick things off with what’s happening in our Model World, to include our guest host, Eli Van Helvoirt who will be joining us behind the mic for this recording. Eli recently a... more

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Recent Guests

Eli Van Helvoirt
Junior modeler, Best Junior at IPMS USA Nationals
IPMS USA
Episode: MGPC EP 130 IPMS USA Best Jr. Eli Van Helvoirt, and an interview with Austin Frields
Brandon Lowe
Represents Squadron, Model equipment and supplies
Squadron
Episode: MGPC Nats 2026 Final Day Wrap Up Show
Tom Clark
Vice chair for the 2027 IPMS National Convention
IPMS Huntsville 2027
Episode: MGPC 2026 NATS Day 2 Wrap up"
Ben Pluth
Longtime modeler and guest at Nova Model Classic
Independent/modeling community
Episode: MGPC Ep. 123 Let's Go Clubbin'!
John Figueroa
IPMS Nationals contest chair, representative for Fort Wayne
IPMS USA/Nats
Episode: MGPC Ep. 123 Let's Go Clubbin'!
Tony Faust
Convention representative (Nats planning) and podcast collaborator
IPMS Nationals/Fort Wayne planning team
Episode: MGPC Ep. 123 Let's Go Clubbin'!
Burt Kinsey
Detail and Scale guest promoting a third-part trilogy segment
Detail and Scale
Episode: MGPC Ep.121 "Basics on Applyling Washes"
Rob Riv
Guest on episode, noted modeller and hobbyist
Episode: MGPC Episode 120 - "Is Modeling Fun??"
Jeremy Moore
Photography expert guest helping with the main topic
Episode: MGPC Episode 119 - Photographing your models

Hosts

Tim Holland
Host of the ModelGeeks Podcast; long-time builder with naval aviation background.
Whitey
Co-hosts and regular on the show; known for approachable, practical modeling advice.
Nemo
Co-host who introduces topics and helps guide discussion; core to the format.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 335 ratings
  • Easy Listening

    One of the few long form podcasts that I can put on while I am at the bench. Easy to listen to. Multiple segments: current work, recent releases and purchases, mailbag, main topic. And I love when they get into their Navy stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dfmartin72
    United States4 months ago
  • My “Go To” Aircraft modeling podcast!

    This is my preferred podcast for discussion of aircraft modeling, as well as applicable discussions about the general state of the hobby. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    F-4 Phorever!
    United States4 months ago
  • Go Navy!

    These Model Geeks know what they are talking about and are hilarious!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kari&Dan
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great show

    Great show. I’m a big fan. Thanks for mentioning my little Folgore (Italeri 1/72) in the last episode.

    Cheers from Adelaide SA

    Paulo

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ArmouredSprue
    Australiaa year ago
  • Awesome podcast

    Podcast Addict
    5
    avinsell
    2 years ago

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Very knowledgeable discussions and great camaraderie; accessible for beginners and veterans alike.
Hosts have strong chemistry and bring practical, shop-floor insights.
Consistently entertaining with actionable tips; listeners feel part of a community.

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#5
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#11
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#43
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Talking Points

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MGPC 2026 NATS Day 2 Wrap up"
Q: What is the timeline and location for the 2027 IPMS Nationals, and what themes are planned?
The Nationals are scheduled for July 14-17, 2027 in Huntsville, Alabama, at the Vaughn Brown Center, with a Space Age background theme and a featured motto Life is like a Box of Plastic, as decided by the club.
MGPC EP 130 IPMS USA Best Jr. Eli Van Helvoirt, and an interview with Austin Frields
Q: What is Build After Reading and how did it originate?
It's a concept to fuse a book-based history narrative with a model build, inspiring builds from a read and then turning that into a future video and potentially a group format.
MGPC Episode 119 - Photographing your models
Q: Are you doing any post-processing on the photos?
Yes, I do some post-processing in Photoshop Elements, but the goal is to get the best possible photo at capture so you minimize edits later.
MGPC PENNCON 25 Wrap up
Q: What inspired you to create awards in the shape of wrestling belts?
Troy Justice explains that as a former professional wrestler, he wanted to incorporate that theme into their model competitions.
MGPC PENNCON 25 Wrap up
Q: Can you promote your upcoming contest and tell us about your model club?
Chris King discusses the Shen Valley Modelers Club, which formed in March 2023 and aims to promote learning and fun in model building.

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