Beste Airfix podcasts (2024)

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Art on your sleeve - Episode 23 - Andie Airfix 38:48

8M ago38:48

38:48

Graphic designer, painter and sleeve artist, Andie Airfix was born in Scotland but grew up in Warrington in the north west of England. After studying art and English literature at Chester teacher training college, he spent almost a year teaching art and English in Southampton. In 1970 he started travelling around the USA, Canada and Mexico, a trip …

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Art on your sleeve - Episode 22 - worst record sleeves 28:37

9M ago28:37

28:37

This episode of the podcast is a bit different... Instead of our usual, reverent look back at examples of the best in record sleeve creativity, we dig into its darkest and often unexplored corners of obscurity to expose some of the worst, or at best, most bizarre record sleeves ever created.This collection of more than 500 of 'the worst record slee…

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Mostradamus and Mystic Mann present 2024 Predictions! 2:31:21

10M ago2:31:21

2:31:21

Welcome to 2024 and our first special to kick off the year - the prediction episode! We take a look into our crystal balls and see what lies ahead for modelling and manufacturers this year.... Check out the new BTB YouTube channel and subscribe to hear (and see) the episodes first! Beyond the Box: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClgqzo02usSl39XD9Q…

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Christmas Special - 2023 Roundup & Kits of the Year 2:05:22

11M ago2:05:22

2:05:22

Joins Alex & Mos for a full roundup of 2023 in modelling, and help us choose the Kit of the Year as we choose finalists from the various categories. Check out the new BTB YouTube channel and subscribe to hear (and see) the episodes first! Beyond the Box: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClgqzo02usSl39XD9QhUBMQ See more from us on video at; Mann's M…

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Art on your sleeve - Episode 21 - Form 53:34

11M ago53:34

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Hello and best wishes for the festive season. My gift to you is a brand new episode of the ‘Art on your sleeve’ podcast. In this episode I speak with Paula Benson and Paul West from Form. There’s a lot that I could say about this dynamic duo and their extraordinarily diverse pop portfolio, but it’s probably easier to let them speak for themselves. …

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Clash of the Titans: Airfix vs Tamiya - Which is better? 2:33:49

12M ago2:33:49

2:33:49

In this episode we're going to have a look at two giants of the modelling world - Airfix and Tamiya, and pit them against one another to see who we think is currently giving us the best in modelling goodness...let us know what you think too! Come and join the BTB Discord server where all the episode links, files, kits we review and more is availabl…

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Art on your sleeve - Episode 20 - Andy McCluskey / OMD 53:58

1y ago53:58

53:58

In this episode, I speak with Andy McCluskey, lead vocalist of Orchestral Manoeuvres in the Dark, or OMD, as they are more commonly known. Andy formed OMD with co-writer and occasional co-vocalist, Paul Humphreys, at the tail-end of the 1970s. Their self-titled debut album (and its follow-up) was released in 1980 at the dawn of electronic pop, just…

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Global Changes in the Model Market - The Rise of Europe 1:42:34

1y ago1:42:34

1:42:34

In this episode we discuss the changes to the global model industry since the 1950s, and how Europe has risen to become a major force in the current modelling landscape. Come and join the BTB Discord server where all the episode links, files, kits we review and more is available, plus chat and discuss the topics, suggest future topics for us and as…

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Are we living in a Golden Age of Modelling? 1:36:48

1+ y ago1:36:48

1:36:48

After a lenghty break due to corrupted files, illness and general business, Episode 6 looks at whether we are living in a golden age of modelling, or in the twilight hours of a dying hobby. check out Alex's Blog spot for files and kits we looked at to determine our conclusion.... Alternatively, come and join the BTB Discord server where all the epi…

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Are model tool sets any good? 1:34:44

1+ y ago1:34:44

1:34:44

In Beyond the Box Episode 5 we bring you a look at tools for the starter modeller. We look at sets available from model manufacturers, third parties and finally give our own picks for what works well. For links to the products featured, check out Alex's Blog https://mannmomo.blogspot.com/2023/05/beyond-box-episode-5-links.html Alternatively, come a…

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What makes a good starter kit? 1:56:20

1+ y ago1:56:20

1:56:20

in this episode of Beyond the Box, Mos & Alex talk (often in a very roundabout way!) about the factors that go into making a model kit suitable for a new modeller. In Hit, Miss or Twist, they go through their choices in the categories, holding to a self-imposed maximum price of £15 - not counting ebay specials! Do you agree with our assessments, an…

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Are Starter Sets the way to get started in Scale Modelling? 1:39:42

1+ y ago1:39:42

1:39:42

This week Mos and Alex discuss if Starter Sets are the best route to get into our hobby, including looking at some examples in Hit, Miss or Twist to illustrate the talking points. What do you think? Let us know by email: mannmomo.am@gmail.com Come and join the BTB Discord server where all the episode links, files, kits we review and more is availab…

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What Constitutes a New Release? 1:22:23

1+ y ago1:22:23

1:22:23

In this episode, Mos and Alex take a look at new releases that are NOT new toolings, and ask the question - What makes a new release "new"? Is it new parts, new decals, a new box, or just the fact that it's not been released for a while? In Hit, Miss or Twist, we examine some selections from the announced "new" releases from various model manufactu…

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New Podcast, New 2023 Toolings 1:26:50

1+ y ago1:26:50

1:26:50

Welcome to Beyond the Box, a new model-related podcast hosted by Alex of Mann's Model Moments, and Mos from Mos 6510 models. In this extended welcome episode, we give some background on ourselves, outline what the podcast will be and then explore new tooling releases for 2023 in a prolonged "Hit, Miss or Twist" section. Come and join the BTB Discor…

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Art on your sleeve - Episode 19 - David Storey 59:59

2+ y ago59:59

59:59

In this episode of Art on your sleeve, I speak with painter and former graphic designer, David Storey. David's career designing record sleeves began in the 1970s when he landed a job straight out of design school working for Elton John's Rocket Records. This position provided a crucial platform for him to build a career in the industry leading to h…

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The Hub Systems Podcast Episode 36 - Reloaded! 1:11:19

2+ y ago1:11:19

1:11:19

Returning after 4 years, The Hub Systems gets a soft reboot where we talk about film, D&D and Phoenix Rising. Check out the new BTB YouTube channel and subscribe to hear (and see) the episodes first! Beyond the Box: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClgqzo02usSl39XD9QhUBMQ See more from us on video at; Mann's Model Moments: YouTube: https://www.yout…

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Art on your sleeve - Episode 18 - International Podcast Day 1:06:43

3y ago1:06:43

1:06:43

This episode is another slight diversion from the usual format and was put together specifically to mark International Podcast Day which falls on 30 September every year - a celebration of the power of podcasts and a great opportunity to connect with fellow podcasters, podcast listeners, podcast enthusiasts and leaders in the podcasting industry.I …

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Art on your sleeve - Episode 17 - Bill Smith 59:48

3+ y ago59:48

59:48

In this episode of Art on your sleeve, I speak with graphic designer and art director, Bill Smith. Since the 1970s, Bill has been one of the busiest designers servicing the music industry and he's worked on so many record sleeves that a book has been published celebrating his amazing portfolio. In the introduction to the show I read from the back c…

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Art on your sleeve - Episode 16 - Eurovision Song Contest 43:23

3+ y ago43:23

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This episode is a slight diversion from the usual format, but all is explained in the show introduction. I am joined by Eddie De Souza and Lucy Percy to dissect design for songs that have represented various countries in the Eurovision Song Contest.Door Andrew Dineley

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Art on your sleeve - Episode 15 - Simon Halfon 52:30

4y ago52:30

52:30

Simon Halfon has been designing artwork since the 1980s, starting out at Stiff Records and then assisting Neville Brody, before setting up London and LA design studios in the 90s. Long standing clients included the late George Michael, Oasis and Paul Weller. He creates international campaigns for global acts and continues his work with iconic artis…

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Episode 14 - Being Boring by Pet Shop Boys 16:52

4y ago16:52

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Being Boring, a single by Pet Shop Boys is 30 years old today (12 November 2020). It's one of my favourite songs by one of my favourite pop groups and as such I felt I needed to mark the occasion. This podcast complements a Pop Art feature I wrote for Classic Pop magazine about the photography of The Douglas Brothers published in March 2018.The Dou…

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Art on your sleeve - Episode 13 - Peter Coyle and The Lotus Eaters 37:12

4y ago37:12

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In this episode I speak with Peter Coyle, formerly of The Lotus Eaters about the design work behind his music. When The Lotus Eaters made the top 20 in 1983 with their debut single, The first picture of you, they did so with sleeves that often used art to represent the band. In the podcast we talk about all of the band's singles, their classic albu…

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Art on your sleeve - Episode 12 - Bob Linney 30:01

4+ y ago30:01

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This episode is an audio supplement to a six-page Pop Art feature I wrote for Classic Pop magazine, issue 13, published October/November 2014. In the podcast I interview artist and designer, Bob Linney about his record sleeve artwork for The Beloved and play track excerpts along the way. We also touch on other sleeves that he has worked on and disc…

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Art on your sleeve - Episode 11 - Calling America 1:00:00

4+ y ago1:00:00

1:00:00

In this episode I'm joined by Sarah and Brian Linnen, hosts of the Permanent Record Podcast. There are few podcasts that dig as deeply into the sounds and visuals of artists that were big in the eighties/nineties as they do. I highly recommend that you subscribe to their show at the usual quality podcast outlets and explore their considerable archi…

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Art on your sleeve - Episode 10 - The Cloth 35:07

5y ago35:07

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This episode is an audio supplement to Classic Pop magazine, issue 4, published May/June 2013. In this podcast I interview artist, Fraser Taylor, who was part of a design collective called The Cloth (1983-1987). Fraser was one quarter of The Cloth along with David Band, Helen Manning and Brian Bolger. The art of Fraser Taylor and David Band feature…

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Art on your sleeve - Episode 9 - Pete Barrett 47:33

5+ y ago47:33

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This episode is an audio supplement to Classic Pop magazine, issue 53, published on 31 May 2019. It features my 35th Pop Art feature, this time with graphic designer, Pete Barrett.Pete is now based in Melbourne, Australia, so we caught up online to talk about his massive portfolio of pop and discover the stories behind some of his work for artists …

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Art on your sleeve - Episode 8 - Record sleeve design 1:05:01

6y ago1:05:01

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This episode is an audio supplement to the 'Synthpop' special edition of Classic Pop magazine, published on 7 February 2019. In the magazine I have written an eight page feature about the best sleeve designs of the synthpop genre from the last 40 years. In this podcast, I am joined by two pop pals to talk about three of our favourite sleeve designs…

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Art on your sleeve - Episode 7 - Peter Ashworth 42:11

6+ y ago42:11

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In this episode I interview the photographer, Peter Ashworth about his seminal body of work for classic pop albums by Frankie Goes to Hollywood, Soft Cell, Eurythmics, Visage, Depeche Mode and many others. This interview was edited by Peter and myself from a longer conversation and was conducted inside and outside his 'Mavericks' exhibition in Live…

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Art on your sleeve - Episode 6 - John Petch and OMD 20:38

6+ y ago20:38

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In this episode I speak with North West artist, John Petch about his artistic collaboration with OMD for the sleeve of their album entitled 'The Punishment of Luxury'. John also worked on the sleeve art for the singles that were released from the album. To find out more about John's work, visit his website at: www.johnpetch.com…

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Art on your sleeve - Episode 5 - The Innocents by Erasure 1:15:18

6+ y ago1:15:18

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In this episode I speak with Brian and Sarah Linnen from The Permanent Record Podcast about Erasure's 1988 album entitled 'The Innocents'. This 75 minute episode is edited from three x 90 minute podcasts which are also available to download from iTunes. Find out more about The Permanent Record Podcast at: www.permanentrecordpodcast.com and follow t…

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The Hub Systems Episode 35 - A Warcradle Christmas 2:59:06

7y ago2:59:06

2:59:06

We have a long conversation with Stuart Mackeness from Warcradle Studios to discuss the various Spartan IPs, with extended dips into Star Trek, Star Wars and other general wittering. Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year everyone! Check out the new BTB YouTube channel and subscribe to hear (and see) the episodes first! Beyond the Box: https:/…

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Art on your sleeve - Episode 4 - Rob O'Connor 44:15

7y ago44:15

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In this episode, I speak with Rob O'Connor whose design work will be familiar to fans of Blur, Siouxsie and the Banshees, Howard Jones, Prefab Sprout, Squeeze, Voice of the Beehive and hundreds more pop bands stretching back to the late 1970s. I spent an afternoon with Rob at Stylorouge looking back over his career and getting the stories behind ma…

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The Hub Systems Episode 34 - UKGE & 40k Dark Imperium 1:16:19

7+ y ago1:16:19

1:16:19

In this episode we take a brief look at the UKGE with my daughter Esther, followed by an extended preview of the new Warhammer 40k 2-player boxed set Dark Imperium, which heralds the arrival of 8th edition. Is it a Hit or Miss, and what does this mean for Games Workshop and other games companies out there? Check out the new BTB YouTube channel and …

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Art on your sleeve - Episode 3 - Huw Feather 41:38

7+ y ago41:38

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In this episode, I speak with Huw Feather whose design work will be familiar to fans of Soft Cell and Marc Almond. I spent a couple hours chatting with Huw, face-to-face at a slightly noisy cocktail bar in his hometown of Southport. The interview coincides with the POP ART feature in Classic Pop magazine - Issue 17.…

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The Hub Systems Episode 33 - Salute 2017 & The Drowned Earth 1:33:38

7+ y ago1:33:38

1:33:38

Join us to speak once again to James Baldwin about The Drowned Earth, this time on Kickstarter. We look at some Kharadron Overlords, Mantic's TerrainCrate Kickstarter and some of Spartan's recent releases in Hit or Miss. We also talk a little about Salute 2017 as our last recording on it was lost to the Ether! Apologies for some audio quality issue…

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The Hub Systems Episode 32 - Going Alone in the Gaming Business 1:56:09

7+ y ago1:56:09

1:56:09

Join Darryl Henson from The Lasercut Architect and Alex Bates from Forge of Ice on the Hub Systems for a look into the world of the gaming entrepreneur, striking out into the hobby world of business on their own. In addition, we look at Kharadron Overlords, sneak peeks from Adepticon and some dubious value 2-player battle boxes. Listen and Enjoy! C…

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The Hub Systems Podcast Episode 31.mp3 2:05:19

7+ y ago2:05:19

2:05:19

In this episode we examine whether women are misrepresented in wargaming - so there are topics of a sensitive nature...be warned! We also look at the Eldar, aquarium terrain, underwater armies, space stations and the Walking Dead in Hit or Miss, plus a bunch of other random stuff. Listen & Enjoy! Check out the new BTB YouTube channel and subscribe …

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The Hub Systems Episode 30 - 2017 Musings 42:55

8y ago42:55

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In this brief episode after an extended break, I have a bit of a monologue on musings on the coming year in gaming - what it might bring for us all. Listen and Enjoy! Check out the new BTB YouTube channel and subscribe to hear (and see) the episodes first! Beyond the Box: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClgqzo02usSl39XD9QhUBMQ See more from us on …

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The Hub Systems Episode 29 - The Drowned Earth 1:14:24

8y ago1:14:24

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Happy Christmas everyone! Join us for a look at the upcoming 28mm skirmish game The Drowned Earth with James Baldwin, plus our regular Hit & Miss session and listener poll....Enjoy! Check out the new BTB YouTube channel and subscribe to hear (and see) the episodes first! Beyond the Box: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClgqzo02usSl39XD9QhUBMQ See m…

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Art on your sleeve - Episode 2 - Laurence Stevens 48:07

8y ago48:07

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In this episode, I speak with Laurence Stevens whose design work will be familiar to fans of Eurythmics and Annie Lennox, as well as many other pop acts. I spent a few hours chatting with Laurence, face-to-face at his studio and via FaceTime and the interview coincides with the POP ART feature in Classic Pop magazine - Issue 26.…

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The Hub Systems Episode 28 - Dropfleet Commander 2-Player Set Unboxing 59:29

8y ago59:29

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In this episode we give a live unboxing and first impressions of the Dropfleet Commander 2-player boxed set, after a Hit and Miss section with shiny new (and silly) sound effects where we cover the Spartan Games DW Kickstarter, AoS releases and the Burning of Prospero set from GW. Listen & Enjoy! Check out the new BTB YouTube channel and subscribe …

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The Hub Systems Episode 27 - Jaded Spartancast 1:28:41

8y ago1:28:41

1:28:41

Join us in this R-rated episode together with Lange and Nathan from the former Jaded Gamercast, where the pair share "brutal honesty" with a capital "F" regarding Spartan Games' recent flurry of manic activity after a long summer of little but HGC. Not for the faint hearted and definitely check with an adult before listening if you're a minor - Enj…

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Art on your sleeve - Episode 1 - Introduction 7:06

8y ago7:06

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Art on your sleeve - Episode 1 - Introduction by Andrew DineleyDoor Andrew Dineley

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The Hub Systems Episode 26 - The Icarus Project 1:22:32

8y ago1:22:32

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This time we are joined by Anto from Icarus Miniatures to talk about his upcoming 28/32/35mm (it'll make sense when you listen!) sci-fi skirmish game Kickstarter - The Icarus Project. Before that we talk a little bit about the recent Halo Ground Command upgrade boxes from Spartan, together with latest FFG X-Wing announcement and the usual GW fare i…

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The Hub Systems Episode 25 - Firestorm Armada Tactica: Relthoza 2:07:33

8y ago2:07:33

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We return from holiday with the next in our Firestorm Armada Tactica series - The Relthoza! Have you got what it takes to direct the space-spiders to victory, or do you need a quick masterclass on how to win? Listen and (hopefully!) learn...! Check out the new BTB YouTube channel and subscribe to hear (and see) the episodes first! Beyond the Box: h…

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The Hub Systems Episode 24 - Firestorm Armada Tactica: Sorylians 1:36:40

8+ y ago1:36:40

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This episode we have guest host Fred Graves of the Firestorm Focus Group with us to impart his zen knowledge of the Soryians, their playstyle, strengths (and how to leverage them) and their weaknesses (and how to bridge them). Before we get into that, we have our Hit and Miss on GWs Death Masque and Shattered Realms basing kits, FFGs wave 10 announ…

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The Hub Systems Episode 23 - Shattered Void Kickstarter 2:16:00

8+ y ago2:16:00

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We meet up with Alan & Mark from White Dragon Miniatures to talk about their Kickstarter campaign Shattered Void, a starfighter combat game with some really interesting mechanics. In Hit or Miss we discuss the Sylvaneth releases for AoS, and GW pricing strategies in general, together with X-Wing, Forgeworld and some really pretty dice!Listen & Enjo…

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The Hub Systems Episode 22 - 3D, or not 3D...that is the question! 56:45

8+ y ago56:45

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This episode we take a look at some of the blurring lines between digital and hobby with 3D printing, and gaming and modelling. We also take a look at Arena Rex, Stormcloud Attack and the wave 9 releases for X-Wing from FFG. Enjoy! Check out the new BTB YouTube channel and subscribe to hear (and see) the episodes first! Beyond the Box: https://www.…

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The Hub Systems Episode 21 - Mega Hit or Miss 2:09:35

8+ y ago2:09:35

2:09:35

Matt joins us once again for a mega edition of Hit or Miss. We have a couple of audio issues (caused by Soundflower with Audacity and Skype - if anyone knows of a good alternative please let us know!). They don't last long, so please stick with it! Enjoy! Check out the new BTB YouTube channel and subscribe to hear (and see) the episodes first! Beyo…

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The Hub Systems Podcast Episode 20 - Back in Business! 46:22

8+ y ago46:22

46:22

Well we've been off the air for about a month due to exams, new jobs and kitchen refurbishment, but we're back now! This time we look at Omnidyne, Syndicate and Xelocians, and take a look at some big Halo: GC models in Hit or Miss. Enjoy! Check out the new BTB YouTube channel and subscribe to hear (and see) the episodes first! Beyond the Box: https…

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