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PODCAST

Just Making Conversation

James Skiffins and Malcolm Childs

We apologise in advance. The JMC podcast is mostly about the hobby of scale models, making and painting hobbies in miniature. When not modelling, James and Malcolm are just making conversation. Recorded under the cover of lightweight and practical anorak. (c) 2020 James Skiffins and Malcolm Childs.

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All Episodes

00:53:33

Christmas Special

Just Making Conversation ·

2022/12/19

Hello! This is episode 22 of Just Making Conversation, Season 2! In this episode James and Malcolm spend time at Christmas with each other talking and sharing gifts ideas for each other. The fire is roaring, the brandy is flowing. Tune into hear who got who socks! Show Link: https://anchor.fm/justmakingconversation Show

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01:07:59

Scale Model Medic. James and Malcolm pull out a third...

Just Making Conversation ·

2022/12/05

Hello! This is episode 22 of Just Making Conversation, Season 2! In this episode James and Malcolm pull up a third beanbag to chat with the amazing SCALE MODEL MEDIC aka Jon Haywood, his hobby and his work. Jon's channel inspired Malcolm to rejoin the hobby with simple and easy to follow Millennium Falcon weathering videos. Our guest was not manipulated for any political reasons or to win any arguments about painting underneath models. Show Link: https://anchor.fm/justmakingconversation Show

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00:43:45

Airfix Factory Tour. James and Malcolm actually were...

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2022/11/28

Hello! In this episode of Just Making Conversation, not ones to pass up a free lunch, James and Malcolm discuss their visit to the plastic injection molding factory where the new scale model 1/24 Airfix Spitfire MkIXc is being made. Show Link: https://anchor.fm/justmakingconversation Show Notes: Airfix: https://uk.airfix.com/products/supermarine-spitfire-mkixc-a17001 Find other model podcasts on: http://modelpodcasts.com Support us: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jmcpodcast "Happy Boy Theme" Kevin

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00:57:06

Telford and Nuts. Scale Model World is such a riotous...

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2022/11/21

Hello! In this episode James talks to Malcolm about his Scale Model World experience including the competition review, the traders and The Nuts Award. After having met so many good folk and looking at so many fantastic model making projects it is inevitable that Malcolm forgot some people to mention. Show Link: https://anchor.fm/justmakingconversation Show Notes: Scale Model World Facebook group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/543286466226964/ RP Models: http://www.rpmodels.pt/ Micro Machines

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01:34:06

Robert Lane. James and Malcolm sit with Robert Lane,...

Just Making Conversation ·

2022/10/31

Hello! In this episode James and Malcolm drag Robert Lane in front of the microphone to discuss his company, his work, his figure sculpting hobby and his aggressive distaste of plush and cuddly WW2 weaponry. We have a bit of Scale Model World chat and the usual updates from our scale modelling hobby. This is Season 2, Episode 18 of Just Making Conversation. Show Notes: Elan 13: Website: https://www.elan13.co.uk Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/www.elan13.co.uk Chris Clayton:

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00:59:55

FAQ's. What are the same innane questions from the...

Just Making Conversation ·

2022/10/17

Hello! In this episode James and Malcolm get a bit annoyed at hearing the same questions at model shows from non modellers. What are these questions, why are they asked and how do we answer them? We come to some enlightening conclusions. This is episode 18 of Just Making Conversation. Show Link: https://anchor.fm/justmakingconversation Episode Links: The Micro machines podcast Group Build info: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=33XziGMV9Bg IPMS Hamilton Facebook page:

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01:22:43

Gender Diversity. A complex subject that James and...

Just Making Conversation ·

2022/10/03

Hello! In this episode we are just making conversation about the gender diversity in the model making hobby. Where are all the women at? Is it something we said? We ask expert women Lisa Mason (@Goldfinch_minis) and Nat Williamson (@Dextrous Crafter) why there it is more men in the hobby and what we can all do to change that. This is Season 2, Episode 16 of Just Making Conversation Show Links: Micro Machines Podcast: https://rss.com/podcasts/micromachinespodcast/ IPMS Lincoln: Skellingthorpe

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01:10:01

Workspaces. On your lap or in a purpose built...

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2022/09/12

Hello! In this episode we will be making conversation about workspaces. Having just about completely almost nearly moved into the shed in his back garden, Malcolm wanted to talk about the experience. Plus we talk a lil' bit about Telford too. This is Season 2, Episode 15 of Just Making Conversation. Show links: Toast Racks: https://www.johnlewis.com/search?search-term=toast%20rack Walnut Challenge Group Build: https://www.facebook.com/groups/700475447967102/ Find other model podcasts on:

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00:50:05

Duxford Day Release

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2022/08/29

Hello! In this episode we will be making conversation about our extra special visit to the Imperial War Museum in Duxford, UK. Reference photographs for the Mustang P-51B was our mission. We took a trip around just three hangers at the Museum but did not have the time to explore the entire space. Maybe a return trip is on the cards? Our thanks to the the staff for giving us the space to make this podcast and view their amazing exhibits. Particular thanks to the restoration staff for their time and

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00:55:20

Season 2 Episode 13. 3D Printing. An expensive tool...

Just Making Conversation ·

2022/08/15

Hello! In this episode we will be making conversation about 3D Printing. Not everyone has a 3D Printer... yet. Is it a must have tool for home, work and hobbies? Or will it fade away like the Betamax or the fidget spinner. What have you 3D printed? We also have a minor Walnut Challenge update, an exciting Moosaroo IV Cup update with all the trimmings. Plus we read some of your politer comments out. This is Season 2, episode 13 of Just Making Conversation. Show

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01:04:29

Mistakes - Cock-ups, fluff-ups and learning the hard...

Just Making Conversation ·

2022/08/01

Hello, In this episode we will be discussing "mistakes". What are those early mistakes we make as beginners and what do we keep doing wrong over and over again. James and Malcolm discuss mistakes and how we learn from them. We also have a Walnut Challenge update, Moosaroo IV Cup update (remember this was recorded over a week ago) and Malcolm's Shed Flooring update. This is episode 12 of Just Making Conversation. Show Links: Walnut challenge

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00:58:13

Episode 11. Scratchbuilding. What do you make of...

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2022/07/04

Hello! This is Just Making Conversation with James Skiffins and Malcolm Childs. In this episode we are just making conversation about scratchbuilding. What is it, why do it, is it fun? Cant we just purchase our kits. This is Series 2, Episode 11. Podcast Link: Show Links: CW Modelling: https://youtu.be/cFNYE3XoPx0 Walnut Challenge Group Build: https://www.facebook.com/groups/700475447967102 Find other model podcasts on: http://modelpodcasts.com Support us: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jmcpodcast

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01:17:01

Episode 10. Stash or Cash. Too much in your model...

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2022/06/20

Hello! This is Just Making Conversation with James Skiffins and Malcolm Childs. In this episode we are just making conversation about stashes. Model stashes, whats in yours and whats up with it? Do you want it thinned down but cant make the decision? James and Malcolm discuss items in their own stashes and look to their peers for advice. This is Series 2, Episode 10. Podcast Link:

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01:38:19

Can of Worms. Why do some subjects within the hobby...

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2022/05/30

Hello! In this episode James and Malcolm will be discussing Cans of Worms. Some subjects in our wonderful hobby can light the fuse and set off a explosive display of dramatic spats on social media. Without opening a can of worms ourselves, what is the deal? Show Notes: Will Pattison's Details of paint video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ROeJLHULvXM Black Rifle Model Workx (Luke Carswell) No Airbrush required video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KZyc6ZikzLU Walnut Challenge Group

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01:07:00

Adult Beginners. How do make it easier for new...

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2022/05/16

Hello! In this episode James and Malcolm will be discussing Adult beginners. How do we smooth out the steep learning curve for the model making hobby? Should we encourage newbies to the hobby to run before they can walk? Show Notes: Newly design Starter Sets from Airfix: https://uk.airfix.com/products/small-starter-set-new-supermarine-spitfire-mkvc-a55001 Rubicon: https://rubiconmodels.co.uk/collections/diorama-showcase Armorfast: https://armourfast.com/product/valentine-mkii/ Find other model

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00:51:34

Electronics. Discussing Watt the buzz is about with...

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2022/05/02

Hello! In this episode James Skiffins and Malcolm Childs are Just Making conversation about Electronics. Lights, motors and all the spinning whirring things that you can put inside your model. Does it enhance or distract? Show links: A Tutorial on making military dioramas and models by Bjorn Jakobsen: https://www.amazon.co.uk/tutorial-making-military-DIORAMAS-MODELS/dp/1547075287 James's explosion diorama: https://www.facebook.com/smallscalelights/videos/1670513396338616 1/48 Trumpeter submarine

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00:34:28

Episode 6.5 Airfix Tour Special

Just Making Conversation ·

2022/04/20

Hello! James and Malcolm were invited to Airfix HQ in the UK to discuss their hobby, their work with charity and the production of this daft podcast on their new show, Sprue Talk. This is a special episode account that amazing visit. Show Notes: Airfix's Sprue Talk: https://youtu.be/p_40DfmR2o0 Airfix Website: https://uk.airfix.com Find other model podcasts on: http://modelpodcasts.com/ Support us: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jmcpodcast "Happy Boy Theme" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed

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00:44:39

Easter Eggs. Ever left something in your diorama to...

Just Making Conversation ·

2022/04/18

Hello! In this episode James and Malcolm are just making conversation about hidden gems in your hobby. Walnut group build link - https://www.facebook.com/groups/700475447967102 Find other model podcasts on: http://modelpodcasts.com/ Support us: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/jmcpodcast "Happy Boy Theme" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com) Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/

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00:55:49

Hobby Clubs. Inspired by a (likely former) listener,...

Just Making Conversation ·

2022/03/14

Hello! In this episode James and Malcolm are just making conversation about Hobby Clubs. Inspired by a (likely now a former) listener, asking how to promote his new model club. There is the last FINAL Moosaroo Update and the cleanest of the comments are read out. Tune in, press play and see how long you can listen. 48 Hour Group Build - 25th March - 27th March 2022 Sign up: https://www.facebook.com/groups/217021638777483 Donate: https://bit.ly/48hourbuild22 Show

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01:03:26

Realism. Its real and an ism. Lets talk about it, as...

Just Making Conversation ·

2022/02/21

Hello! In this episode, James Skiffins and Malcolm Childs met on a dusty highway to discuss the aspects of realism in the model making hobby. So for the next 60 minutes, tune in and sit tight as James and Malcolm pretend to know what they're talking about. Show notes: Mary Rose https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-hampshire-36802829 Damien Hirst https://imgur.com/g57MDMp Tracey Emin's Bed https://news.artnet.com/art-world/tracey-emin-bed-margate-1115603 Chris Meddings' scratch

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