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Beyond The Box Art®

Beyond The Box Art®

By: Paul Pendleton-Brown
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Beyond The Box Art® is a scale modelling podcast and media platform that goes deeper than plastic. We explore all scale modelling subjects, history, techniques, and the people behind the hobby — from world-class modellers and manufacturers to researchers, judges, and industry insiders. 🎙 What you'll find here: In-depth podcast episodes and interviews Modelling techniques, tips, and workflows Honest discussions about accuracy, fit, and research Industry news, kit releases, and show coverage Highlights, clips, and Shorts from the Beyond The Box Art® podcast Whether you build out-of-the-box, super-detail every rivet, or just love the history and stories behind scale models, this channel is for you. 📺 New episodes every two weeks (drops on a Thursday) 🎧 Also available as an audio podcast on all major platforms 🔗 Follow Beyond The Box Art® Instagram | Facebook | Website | Podcast platforms Beyond the plastic, Beyond the instructions, Beyond The Box Art™HobbyCast Media Ltd ©2025
Episodes
  • Episode 25 - Eduard: Precision by Passion

    Episode 25 - Eduard: Precision by Passion
    Apr 9 2026
    Beyond The Box Art® — Episode 25 Eduard — Precision by Passion Hiya Benchmates — Episode 25 has landed, and this one goes right to the heart of one of the most influential names in scale modelling today. Whether you're at the bench, planning your next project, or just want to understand what really drives the kits we all build—this episode pulls back the curtain. 🎙️ FEATURE INTERVIEW — Eduard In this episode, we go inside Eduard—a company synonymous with precision, innovation, and an almost relentless release schedule with Vladimir Šulc - CEO & Jakub Nademlejnský Head of Technology & Innovation for the company. We explore: ✦ How Eduard has evolved into one of the hobby's most dominant forces ✦ The thinking behind kit design, detail levels, and variant choices ✦ The balance between accuracy, production reality, and modeller expectation ✦ How aftermarket, research, and tooling all connect behind the scenes ✦ The pressures of constant innovation in a fast-moving hobby ✦ What's next—and where Eduard sees the future of scale modelling If you've ever wondered how your favourite kits and accessories actually come to life—or why certain decisions get made—this is one you don't want to miss. ⭐ 48-48 charity weekend James Skiffins popped in to give us an update after the event and how well the auctions in the USA, Oceana and European regions went ⭐ Spotlight on IPMS Cleveland We continue with our regular feature on IPMS branches by have a chat with Dave & Chris Norman about the Clevelend (North of England) branch Plus we have all the normal features and a special guest with the Guideline publications round up of whats coming int eh May magazines with Rob Riviezzo filling in for hte holidaying Jon Tabinor... ...And Rob is back in Episode 27 along with Spencer Pollard for what turned out to be a fascinating discussion on the hobby today! Oh, not forgetting we have a special episode dropping at 12 noon on the 16th April with Will and Ilya from DBMK - timed to drop at the same time as the launch event for the Sea Fury at RNAS Yeolvilton, plus what is coming next!!! If you're passionate about modelling as more than just plastic—if you care about the why as much as the what—this episode is for you. So… clear a space on your bench, line up the sprues, grab a brew… BTBA Episode 25 starts NOW! Brownie & the Beyond The Box Art® team Models. Modellers. Meaning. 📧 Email: info@beyondtheboxart.com 🔗 Website: www.beyondtheboxart.com Show sponsors: AMMO by Mig Jimenez: www.ammo.es Fischkopp Model Company: https://www.fischkoppcompany.de/ Guideline Publications: https://www.guidelinepublications.co.uk/ Phase Hangar Resin Accessories: https://phasehangarresin.com/ The Scale Modellers Supply: https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ Useful Links: • Pondstones: https://pondstones.sumupstore.com • MachModels: https://www.youtube.com/@machmodels • 48 in 48 event information: https://48-48.org • Models for Heroes: https://modelsforheroes.org.uk • Eduard: https://www.eduard.com/ • Airfix: www.airfix.com • IPMS UK: www.ipmsuk.org • Scale Modelling Now: http://www.scalemodellingnow.com • Inside The Armour: https://www.insidethearmour.com/ • Red Beach One Studios: https://www.facebook.com/RedBeachOneStudios/ 🎙️ Why Listen to Beyond The Box Art®? Beyond The Box Art® is a modelling radio show on the internet focused on: • Scale modelling interviews and industry insight • Honest discussions about kits, techniques, and trends • Community stories and modelling culture • Supporting modelling charities and hobby growth Available free of charge — wherever you get your podcasts
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    3 hrs and 2 mins
  • Episode24 - The Art of Research with Mark Postlethwaite

    Episode24 - The Art of Research with Mark Postlethwaite
    Mar 26 2026
    Beyond The Box Art® — Episode 24 The Art of Research - WingLeader Interview Hiya Benchmates — Episode 24 has landed, and this one brings together deep aviation research, world-class reference insight. Whether you're building at the bench, researching your next project, or simply enjoying the stories behind the aircraft we model, this episode dives into the detail, passion, and people that define scale modelling. 🎙️ FEATURE INTERVIEW — Mark Postlethwaite (WingLeader) In this episode, we sit down with Mark Postlethwaite of WingLeader — widely regarded for producing some of the most detailed and visually rich aviation reference material available to modellers today. We explore: ✦ The origins of WingLeader and how the project came to life ✦ The importance of accuracy and research in scale modelling ✦ Accessing rare references, photography, and original material ✦ How WingLeader publications support modellers in achieving higher levels of realism ✦ The process behind producing high-quality aviation reference books ✦ What's next for WingLeader If you've ever looked at your model and wondered how to push it further in terms of realism, finish, and authenticity — this is an interview you won't want to miss. ⭐ THE USUAL BEYOND THE BOX ART® GOODNESS Alongside the main features, you'll find all the familiar BTBA favourites: ✦ Stash Inflation Report — the latest releases quietly plotting against your wallet ✦ Bench-top banter and community natter If you're passionate about modelling as creativity, research, and community — this episode is absolutely for you. So… clear a space on your bench, put your feet up, grab a brew… BTBA Episode 24 starts NOW! Brownie & the Beyond The Box Art® team Models. Modellers. Meaning. 📧 Email: info@beyondtheboxart.com 🔗 Website: www.beyondtheboxart.com Show sponsors: AMMO by Mig Jimenez: www.ammo.es Fischkopp Model Company: https://www.fischkoppcompany.de/ Guideline Publications: https://www.guidelinepublications.co.uk/ Phase Hangar Resin Accessories: https://phasehangarresin.com/ The Scale Modellers Supply: https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ Useful Links: • Pondstones: https://pondstones.sumupstore.com • MachModels: https://www.youtube.com/@machmodels • 48 in 48 event information: https://48-48.org • Models for Heroes: https://modelsforheroes.org.uk • WingLeader Books: https://www.wingleader.co.uk/ • WingLeader Archive: • Airfix: www.airfix.com • IPMS UK: www.ipmsuk.org • Scale Modelling Now: http://www.scalemodellingnow.com • Inside The Armour: https://www.insidethearmour.com/ • Red Beach One Studios: https://www.facebook.com/RedBeachOneStudios/ 🎙️ Why Listen to Beyond The Box Art®? Beyond The Box Art® is a modelling radio show on the internet focused on: Scale modelling interviews and industry insight Honest discussions about kits, techniques, and trends Community stories and modelling culture Supporting modelling charities and hobby growth Available free of charge — wherever you get your podcasts
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    2 hrs and 42 mins
  • Episode 23 - Griffon Spitfires, Sea Furies and much more with DBMK

    Episode 23 - Griffon Spitfires, Sea Furies and much more with DBMK
    Mar 12 2026
    Beyond The Box Art® — Episode 23 Blue Lamp Model Expo • PSMS26 IPMS Philippines • DBMK Interview Hiya Benchmates — Episode 23 has landed, and this one brings together international modelling community spirit, a fascinating interview with one of the hobby's most exciting new manufacturers (who's first release, the long awaited Sea Fury, comes out on the 16th April!), and another round-up of modelling news from across the globe. Whether you're building at the bench right now or just planning your next project, this episode dives into the people, stories, and passion that keep our hobby moving forward. 🎙️ FEATURE INTERVIEW — DBMK (DB Model Kits) In this episode we sit down with the team behind DBMK — a company producing some of the most talked-about detail sets and conversion kits in the hobby today. We're joined by Will Packard (alas Ilya Sobolev was unable to join us on this occasion) for an in-depth conversation exploring: ✦ How DBMK started and the philosophy behind the company ✦ The research and reference material behind their products ✦ The design process behind highly detailed aftermarket sets ✦ Working with historical aircraft references and original sources ✦ What the future might hold for DBMK If you've ever wondered how those incredibly detailed upgrade sets come to life — this interview gives real insight into the process. 🚓 COMMUNITY FEATURE — BLUE LAMP MODEL EXPO We also take a look at the upcoming Blue Lamp Model Expo, hosted by the West Midlands Police Scale Model Club. This fantastic event celebrates modelling within the emergency services community while bringing together modellers from across the UK for a great day of displays, traders, and shared enthusiasm for the hobby. 🌏 INTERNATIONAL SHOW — PSMS'26 IPMS PHILIPPINES Our global spotlight turns to the thriving modelling scene in Southeast Asia as we explore the work of IPMS Philippines Bert Anido and their upcoming Philippines Scale Modellers Show 26 event. From club collaboration to world-class builds, the organisation continues to demonstrate just how vibrant and creative the international modelling community has become. ⭐ THE USUAL BEYOND THE BOX ART® GOODNESS Alongside the main features, you'll find all the familiar BTBA favourites: ✦ Stash Inflation Report — the new releases quietly plotting against your wallet ✦ Bench-top banter and community natter If you're passionate about modelling as creativity, research, and community — this episode is absolutely for you. So… clear a space on your bench, put your feet up, grab a brew… 🚀 BTBA Episode 23 starts NOW! Brownie & the Beyond The Box Art® team Models. Modellers. Meaning. 📧 Email: info@beyondtheboxart.com 🔗 Website: www.beyondtheboxart.com Show sponsors: AMMO by Mig Jimenez: www.ammo.es Fischkopp Model Company: https://www.fischkoppcompany.de/ Guideline Publications: https://www.guidelinepublications.co.uk/ Phase Hangar Resin Accessories: https://phasehangarresin.com/ The Scale Modellers Supply: https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ Useful Links: • Pondstones: https://pondstones.sumupstore.com • MachModels: https://www.youtube.com/@machmodels • 48 in 48 event information: https://48-48.org • Models for Heroes: https://modelsforheroes.org.uk • DBMK: www.dbmk.co.uk • IPSM Philipinnes Bert Anido: https://ipmsphilippines.org/ • Airfix: www.airfix.com • IPMS UK: www.ipmsuk.org • Scale Modelling Now: http://www.scalemodellingnow.com • Inside The Armour: https://www.insidethearmour.com/ • Red Beach One Studios: https://www.facebook.com/RedBeachOneStudios/ 🎙️ Why Listen to Beyond The Box Art®? Beyond The Box Art® is a modelling radio show on the internet focused on: Scale modelling interviews and industry insightHonest discussions about kits, techniques, and trendsCommunity stories and modelling cultureSupporting modelling charities and hobby growth Available free of charge — wherever you get your podcasts.
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    2 hrs and 57 mins
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