Just Making Conversation
James Skiffins and Malcolm Childs
We apologise. This podcast is about the hobby of scale model making. Recorded under the cover of waterproof Anorak. Grown from seed by James Skiffins and Malcolm Childs.
- 51 minutes 39 seconds"Inside the Box Revealed! " 🦌🦘
In this episode of Just Making Conversation, come and join Malcolm and James for the moment you’ve been waiting for…
The Moosaroo Cup 2025 Challenge is finally revealed! 🦌🦘
That’s right, we’ve teamed up with IPMS Hamilton (the fine folks who brought you plastic model glory and more raffle tickets than you can shake a sprue at) and Light Speed Global (because what’s faster than light? …nothing, except maybe a modeller racing against a show deadline).
This year’s challenge is BIGGER, BOLDER, and possibly more glue-covered than ever before. Will it involve tanks? Planes? Spaceships made of moose antlers? You’ll have to listen in to find out!
👉 Expect banter, expect laughter, and expect us to completely forget the rules at least once.
💡 What is the Moosaroo Cup?
A globe-spanning modelling showdown where the best plastic wranglers in the hobby go head-to-head in a build-off for eternal bragging rights (and maybe snacks).
So grab your hobby knife, pour a fresh cup of paint water (don’t drink it), and join us as we uncover the madness of Moosaroo Cup 2025.
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16 August 2025, 8:11 am - 1 hour 7 minutesHobnobs, Hot Brews -
🎙️ Hobnobs, Hot Brews & Hobby News ☕Malcolm and James are back for a relaxed catch-up over something warm and wet (don’t worry, the hobnobs survived… mostly). In this episode, they Just making conversation about what’s currently on their workbenches, upcoming model projects, and a few unexpected tangents—naturally.Pull up a chair, grab a brew, and join the conversation!🛠️ What’s on the bench?📦 What’s coming next?🍪 What did the hobnobs ever do to deserve this?👍 Like, subscribe, and drop your thoughts in the comments—what’s on your bench?#ScaleModelling #PlasticModels #JustMakingConversation #ModelMaking Why not leave us a message for the next show -https://www.speakpipe.com/JustMakingConversation- Support the podcast:https://paypal.me/podcastjmc / justmakingconversation
9 June 2025, 10:16 am - 1 hour 32 minutesSprue Soup - Episode 17 Season 4
Just Making Conversation – Latest Episode: Key Model World and teasing the absolute chaos
In this episode of Just Making Conversation, Join us as we dive into the latest shenanigans at the workbench! In this episode, we’re catching up on what’s been keeping the hosts busy – from glue-covered fingers to wild hobby plans in the works. We’re also dishing out the highlights from Key Model World and teasing the absolute chaos that’s about to descend on James’ bench. Spoiler: It involves way too many kits and not enough time. Buckle up, it’s about to get messy!
Grab a cuppa, settle in, and join us for a laid-back chat about all things modeling. It’s time to make conversation!
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12 May 2025, 8:00 am - 58 minutes 12 seconds48 Hours, a Moose, and a Messy Bench - Episode 16 Season 4
Just Making Conversation – Latest Episode: Catching Up on 48-48, Moosaroo, and The Bench
In this episode of Just Making Conversation, we’re catching up on all the latest happenings in the world of scale modeling! We dive into the madness of 48-48, reflecting on the highs, the challenges, and everything in between from the epic 48-hour live-streamed event. We also chat about the latest Moosaroo Cup developments—who’s building what, and how the competition is shaping up. And of course, we take a moment to check in on The Bench, discussing what’s been built, what’s been broken, and what’s still in the stash.
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31 March 2025, 11:00 am - 1 hour 12 minutes"Break Rules" Episode 15 Season 4
🎙️ Welcome to Just Making Conversation! 🎙️
In this episode, we Just make conversation about:-
✅ What is kitbashing, and why do we love it?
✅ Moosaroo Cup Update
✅ What'sthe bench
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☕ Grab a cuppa, hit play, and let’s Just Make Conversation!
💬 What new releases are YOU excited about? Planning to join the 48-48 madness? Let us know in the comments!
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🔔 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell to stay updated on all things modeling and miniature madness.
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3 March 2025, 6:41 pm - 1 hour 13 minutes"Clock is ticking" Episode 14 Season 4
We’re back, and this time, we’ve actually come prepared (sort of)! In this episode, we dive into:
In this episode we will be Just Making conversation about:-
🆕 The latest and greatest model kit releases – What’s got us excited? What’s making our wallets cry? 💸
🛠️ Bench updates – Including our Moosaroo Cup build… will it be a masterpiece or a glue-covered disaster?
⏳ The 48-48 Event – A full-on model-making marathon that promises caffeine-fueled creativity and possibly some tears.Expect plenty of laughs, questionable decisions, and a whole lot of hobby talk. Whether you're sanding seams, painting tiny details, or just looking for an excuse to procrastinate, this is the episode for you!
☕ Grab a cuppa, hit play, and let’s Just Make Conversation!
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📢 What new releases are YOU excited about? Planning to join the 48-48 madness? Let us know in the comments!
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2 February 2025, 12:00 pm - 1 hour 57 minutes"Two Names. one mic and zero clues!" Season 4 Episode 12
This week, we’re flying by the seat of our hobby pants with the incredible Graeme Pearson! With no plan (and maybe no clue), we dive headfirst into Graeme’s world of model-making mastery, wild stories, and some surprising insights. 🛠️
🎤 Highlights include: Graeme’s top tips for staying inspired (spoiler: it’s not mince pies). The craziest project he’s ever tackled. Us trying to look like we know what we’re doing while Graeme steals the show.
It’s messy, it’s funny, and it’s full of surprises—just the way we like it!
☕ Grab a brew, hit play, and enjoy this unfiltered, unscripted, and unforgettable conversation. Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more hobby chaos!
📢 Have questions for Graeme? Drop them in the comments—we promise we’ll come prepared next time. (Maybe.)
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20 January 2025, 9:00 am - 46 minutes 22 seconds"Auld Lang Syne" The sticky middle bit… Season 4 Episode 11
Just Making Conversation: Auld Lang Syne The Sticky Bit Between Celebrations
🎙️Welcome to that weird time of year—too late for Christmas, too early for New Year’s! In this episode, we’re bringing you the perfect podcast antidote to the post-holiday haze.
🍪🎄Join us as we chat about festive model-making fails, mince pie-fueled creativity, and the sticky situations we’ve found ourselves in—both with glue and gravy!
Expect plenty of laughs, a sprinkling of hobby tips, and maybe even a Hobnob or two.☕ So grab a cuppa, dig into the leftover celebrations, and enjoy some Just Making Conversation to keep your spirits high and your hobby bench busy!
🛠️ Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more model-making madness!
📢 Got a funny holiday hobby story? Share it in the comments below!
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1 January 2025, 6:00 pm - 1 hour 32 minutes"Pull A Cracker - Episode 10 Season 4
It's a festive celebration! Join us for our Christmas special, "Pull A Cracker." In this episode, we spread holiday cheer with bench updates, a Moosaroo Cup progress report, and a fun gift exchange of five model-making-themed Christmas presents. It's our way of celebrating the season with a little laughter, plenty of hobby talk, and a sprinkle of holiday spirit.
Highlights:
- 🎁 Bench Updates: Catch up with our latest builds and creative projects.
- 🌍 Moosaroo Cup Update: See how the competition is shaping up and our thoughts on the journey so far.
- 🎄 Christmas Gift Swap: Five surprise gifts exchanged live! Join the fun as we unwrap, react, and celebrate hobby-inspired goodies.
Grab a cuppa, sit back, and join us for some Just Making Conversation about the ultimate modelling show of the year!
💬 Let us know: Did you attend Scale Model World? What were your highlights?
👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with your modelling friends!
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https://dspiaestore.com/products/dspiae-es-a-electric-reciprocating-sanding-pen
https://www.ebmahobby.co.uk/index.php?route=product/category&path=59
https://www.mitchesmilitarymodels.co.uk/product-page/120mm-us-airborne-normandy-1944
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9 December 2024, 9:00 am - 1 hour 42 minutes"They thing its all over" Episode 9 Season 4
In this episode we Malcolm and James with be Just Making Conversation about incredible world of Scale Model World—the biggest and most exciting scale modelling event of the year! 🛠️✨
Hosted by the International Plastic Modellers’ Society (IPMS) in Telford, this show is a paradise for modellers, featuring awe-inspiring displays, vendor stands bursting with kits and tools, and inspiring competitions showcasing world-class talent.
Whether you attended or are curious about what makes Scale Model World such a must-see event, this is the conversation for you.
🎧 Listen in as we discuss:
- The jaw-dropping competition entries and winners 🏆
- Just who did get our Golden Nuts 👋
- Was their a Grand Nut Award! 🛍️
Grab a cuppa, sit back, and join us for some Just Making Conversation about the ultimate modelling show of the year!
💬 Let us know: Did you attend Scale Model World? What were your highlights?
👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share this episode with your modelling friends!
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In this special episode of the Just Making Conversation podcast, Malcolm and James sit down with Luke Stanley-Hewitt, the newest face at Revell and the "new kid on the block" in the world of scale modeling! 🎉 Luke shares his journey, insights into what’s new at Revell, and what he’s most excited about in the model-making community. Whether you’re a Revell fan or just curious about the industry, this interview is packed with inspiration and insights. Make sure to like, subscribe, and join the conversation! #JustMakingConversation #ScaleModeling #Revell #LukeStanleyHewitt #ModelMaking #HobbyTalk #ScaleModelCommunity #RevellModels #BehindTheScenes #ModelingInterview -- Find other model podcasts on: http://modelpodcasts.com -- Support the podcast: https://paypal.me/podcastjmc / justmakingconversation -- "Happy Boy Theme" by Kevin MacLeod Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License (CC4) -- Sound effects from https://pixabay.com and https://www.fesliyanstudios.com Licensed under: Creative Commons Zero (CC0) license -- Content by James Skiffins and Malcolm Childs for the Just Making Conversation podcast. [email protected] -- To leave a review, use your favourite podcasting app and hit that star button! -- https://www.youtube.com/live/rG0ieFvf...
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