On The Bench

David Goldfinch: Podcaster, Model Builder

A podcast designed for the scale modeller talking about all aspects of the hobby of scale model building. So if you build aircraft, ships, armour, figures, science fiction, space, automotive or fantasy then is podcast is for you.

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S10 · E245
Today · 1 hr 48 min
OTB 245: Scale effect.
Episode 245 we joined by Rob Riv and John "Spud" Murphy to talk about "Scale Effect"…..it is a really great conversation. Don't forget to support the sponsor of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to Onthebench64@gmail.com. If you would like to support our show please go to www.patreon.com/onthebench
S10 · E224
August 15 · 2 hr 1 min
OTB 244: Dave is back from Fort Wayne
Dave recounts his his recent trip to the IPMS Nationals in Fort Wayne. Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to onthebench64@gmail.com. If you would like to support our show please go to www.patreon.com/onthebench
August 14 · 29 min
As above, so below. A peek into Rob Riv's basement.
During my recent trip to the U.S. I stayed with Rob Riv and had a real blast. While I was there I surprised him with an unscheduled tour of his basement.
S10 · E243
July 31 · 1 hr 57 min
OTB 243: Mike the Kiwi
Episode 243 we talk to talented figure modeller Mike the Kiwi about his passion for WW1 subjects and his book the highly regarded "Modelling & Painting WW1 Allied Figures" To find out move about Mike, visit his Patreon page https://www.patreon.com/cw/MikeTheKiwi Don't forget to support the sponsor of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to Onthebench64@gmail.com. If you would like to support our show please go to www.patreon.com/onthebench
S10 · E242
July 18 · 1 hr 48 min
OTB 242: Croweaters & Massholes.
Episode 242 In this episode the boys talk to the guys from South Australian Plastic Modellers Association (SAPMA) about their up coming model show. [47:00] We then hear from the Patriot Scale Modellers and their up coming PATCON show [1.10:00] We have a flood of emails this episode sparking some good conversations [20.00] All that plus the Patreon wheel of fortune. Don't forget to support the sponsor of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply. https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to Onthebench64@gmail.com. If you would like to support our show please go to www.patreon.com/onthebench
S10 · E241
July 4 · 1 hr 22 min
OTB 241: Aftermarket??
In this episode the boys are joined by John Figueroa and David Mason to talk about the upcoming IPMS Nationals at Fort Wayne Indianna August 5-8, 2026. [29.00] A discussion is then had about aftermarket parts. Dave admits to not being able to just build OOB.....Ian and Julian try to talk him back from the cliff. [53.00] All that plus the Patreon wheel of fortune and the mailbag! Don't forget to support the sponsor of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to Onthebench64@gmail.com. If you would like to support our show please go to www.patreon.com/onthebench
S10 · E240
June 20 · 1 hr 43 min
OTB 240: Rocky Mountain Expo
In this episode the boys sit down with Scott Gentry and Barry Biediger to talk about the highly successful Rocky Mountain Expo, a new twist on how we gather and display our models in an expo. I for one really got a lot out of this chat and I hope that you will be as inspired as I was. Don't forget to support the sponsor of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to Onthebench64@gmail.com. If you would like to support our show please go to www.patreon.com/onthebench
June 18 · 1 hr
Special Report: World Miniature Hobby Show Malaysia 2026
G'day benchers, Over the weekend of June 13 & 14 I attended the World Miniature Hobby Show in Penang Malaysia. Managed to talk to a few people and hope you enjoy the report.
S10 · E239
June 6 · 1 hr 19 min
OTB 239: Looking towards November
The boys have a chat with Peter from ACTSMS looking towards ScaleACT in November. Dave is going to be starting the Tamiya P-38 so different schemes are discussed.
S10 · E238
May 23 · 1 hr 33 min
OTB 238: Modellers Without Borders
G'day benchers! In this episode with catch-up with Tim and Bruce from Modellers Without Borders to chat about where the organisation currently is, what the future plans are and the look back on VMX25. Are there plans for a VMX26??? Emails, Patreon wheel of fortune and much much more!
S10 · E237
May 9 · 1 hr 11 min
OTB 237: Interview with Stuart Halton
Episode 237 we interview Stuart Halton and also have the usual mailbag and of course the exciting Patreon wheel of fortune!
May 3 · 2 hr 19 min
OTB Afterdark: Gangsters and Escapades
OTB Afterdark returns with Whitey and Rob Riv in a gangster shootout about crime movies.
S10 · E236
April 25 · 1 hr 53 min
OTB 236: Happy 10th anniversary Scale Model Supply!
Episode 236 and the boys welcome Scott Taylor to the show celebrating ten years of the Scale modellers Supply. We also have the usual mailbag and of course the exciting Patreon wheel of fortune! Don't forget to support the sponsor of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to Onthebench64@gmail.com.
S10 · E235
April 12 · 1 hr 42 min
OTB 235: Lottery daydreams
Episode 235 and the boys are joined by the Plastic Model Mojo crew for a daydream chat about what we would do if we won the lottery. We also have the usual mailbag and of course the exciting Patreon wheel of fortune! Don't forget to support the sponsor of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to Onthebench64@gmail.com. If you would like to support our show please go to www.patreon.com/onthebench
S10 · E234
March 29 · 1 hr 4 min
OTB 234: Free wheeling.
Episode 234 and the boys chew the fat on the recent 48-48 build weekend and a whole lot of other stuff. We also have the usual mailbag and of course the exciting Patreon wheel of fortune! Don't forget to support the sponsor of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to Onthebench64@gmail.com. If you would like to support our show please go to www.patreon.com/onthebench
S10 · E233
March 14 · 1 hr 35 min
OTB 233: Modelling 3D printed armour.
On this episode the boys are joined by Brad Belsheim to talk about building, painting and weathering 3D printed armour. Don't forget to support the sponsor of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to Onthebench64@gmail.com. If you would like to support our show please go to www.patreon.com/onthebench
S10 · E232
February 28 · 1 hr 25 min
OTB 232: Laser on your decals
On this episode the boys talk to Matthew Williams about using a laser to "Print" decals on your models. Interesting use of a new tool, and as we discuss, has wider possibilities other than just burning in a decal. Don't forget to support the sponsor of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to Onthebench64@gmail.com. If you would like to support our show please go to www.patreon.com/onthebench If you would like to know more about todays topic go to https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61588486235241
S10 · E231
February 14 · 1 hr 44 min
OTB 231: Hobbyshow. A model show management system.
On this episode the boys talk to Steve Herod the developer of a system that takes all the headaches out of model management. No more pens and paper or having to write up judging results. This systems lets you get on with the job of running a model show without the hassle of writing online entries, judging tabulations and award results. Nathan Bradford, a judge from ScaleACT 2025, also joins the conversation to explain how easy the hobbyshow program is to use from a punters point of view. If you would like to know more go to www.hobbyshow.org Mailbag, Wheel of Fortune all that and more! Don't forget to support the sponsor of our show Scott from the Scale Modellers Supply https://www.scalemodeller.com.au/ Leave us a message, comment or even ask a question, we would love to hear from you! Write to Onthebench64@gmail.com. If you would like to support our show please go to www.patreon.com/onthebench
S10 · E230
January 31 · 1 hr 10 min
OTB 230: Hello 2026!!
It's 2026 and the boys are back with their first episode of the year!
S10 · E230
January 10 · 1 hr 55 min
OTB After Dark: Best war movies ever
G'Day benchers....hello and welcome to a holiday special, where Dave, Riv and Whitey get into a gunfight over what are the top ten war movies of all time. The Episode is strictly "R" rated and not suitable for young and delicate ears. So now that you have been warned...sit back and enjoy the show! We will be back with the usual crew and episodes on January 31st 2026 after Dave gets back from his holiday.

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