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.

What You’ll Hear

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.