The Scale Modellers Podcast
Models. Modellers. Meaning.
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About Beyond The Box Art®
Beyond The Box Art® is an audio‑first, radio‑style scale modelling podcast created for modellers who prefer conversation, context, and craft over constant screen time.
Designed to be listened to at the workbench, in the car, or with a brew, the show explores scale modelling in its widest sense — not just the kits we build, but the people who build them and the meaning behind why we do it.
Models. Modellers. Meaning.
That simple line defines everything we do.
We talk about models — aircraft, armour, ships, figures, sci‑fi and more — but we go further.
We explore the modellers behind the plastic: their skills, experiences, influences, frustrations, and triumphs. And we dig into the meaning — why this hobby matters, how it connects us, and why it remains such a powerful creative outlet.
Audio‑First by Design
Beyond The Box Art® is intentionally audio‑first.
This is not a show built around jump cuts, algorithms, or watching someone else glue parts together. It’s built for how modellers actually listen — while building, driving, researching, or simply unwinding.
Think long‑form conversation, not soundbites. More radio than YouTube.
Each episode blends thoughtful discussion with practical insight, including:
In‑depth conversations with modellers, designers, manufacturers, authors, and historians
Honest discussion about kits, tools, techniques, and trends
Industry insight from across the global modelling community
Regular features covering new releases, events, and what’s happening at the bench
It’s relaxed, informed, and inclusive — a show made by modellers, for modellers.
A Global Benchmate Community
Beyond The Box Art® is listened to in dozens of countries worldwide and is built around a simple idea:
no matter where you are, you’re always welcome at the bench
Whether you’re a lifelong modeller or returning after years away, this is a place for shared knowledge, shared enthusiasm, and proper conversation.
Why Beyond The Box Art® Exists
Because scale modelling is more than plastic parts.
It’s history, engineering, art, therapy, problem‑solving, storytelling, and community — often all at once.
Beyond The Box Art® exists to explore models, the modellers who build them, and the meaning behind why we do it.
Beyond The Box Art®
Models. Modellers. Meaning.
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Episode 29 - 1st Anniversary Show! Gunpla, Project Harrier, IPMS(UK) & more!
Beyond The Box Art® — Episode 29 1st Anniversary show — with Stephen Woodhead from Gunpla UK Hiya Benchmates — Episode 29 has landed, and somehow… we've reached our first anniversary. Twelve months ago Beyond The Box Art® started as an idea built around long-form conversation, community, and a love ...
Episode 28 - Scale Model Podcast & Beyond The Box Art episode
Beyond The Box Art® — Episode 28 Scale Model Podcast — Episode 161 Breaking the Hiatus Hiya Benchmates — and a very warm welcome to something a little bit special. This episode sees Beyond The Box Art® joining forces with the Scale Model Podcast as we help cover the gap SMP has left since Stuart too...
Episode 27 - Rob Riviezzo & Spencer Pollard
Beyond The Box Art® — Episode 27 The Hobby Today - an in depth discussion with Rob Riviezzo & Spencer Pollard Hiya Benchmates — Episode 27 has landed, and this one brings together two hugely respected voices from opposite sides of the Atlantic. Joining us for this episode is the return of co-hos...
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An original spin to the fraternity of modeling podcasts
Props to the team for landing Mig Jimenez.
Episode 8
Thank you Brownie for a very enjoyable interview with MiG Jimenez. His innovative outlook is helping shape the hobby for the this generation as well as the next. Personally, his Atom colors enable me to continue the hobby in my new smaller living space, simply because the odour is gone. I love his limited time philosop...
Read MoreGreat content
Hi all Great content and I can see I will be a regular listener. Just a few things that I think it would improve the experience of listening the show. 1) the sound of some participants are very quiet compared to the others members and difficult to listen when you’re listening in the car for example. Unless you crank u...
Read MoreWell done.
Great podcast fellas well done on putting together



