Best Anorak Podcasts (2024)

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Ep 5 - The Anoraks Are Back 34:54

29d ago34:54

34:54

We're back and talking more classic car cr... er, stuff. In this episode, Matt's got it bad for an old Merc, while Max is in love with a French goddess. Plus - we list the film cars that aren't Chitty Chitty, trawl the classifieds, talk about our cars and rattle through all of your comments and corrections. Join us as we fire up Episode 5! Follow u…

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Ep 7 - The Look For Less 39:22

4h ago39:22

39:22

More classic car banter as Max and Matt insult each other over what classic cars are best and worst. This time, we ask - what are the rustiest old cars, as we come up with our Tin Worm Top 10. Plus, fancy a Miura but you're a bit of a miser? We look at how to get the look of six iconic classics, for less. Also, are Jag E-Type finally becoming affor…

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Ep 6 - Too Much (Austin) Aggro 32:38

15d ago32:38

32:38

We're back with Episode 6! This time - should we spin up the crusher and just flatten the Allegro? Or is it worth saving for posterity? Plus, we go ga-ga over the Lancia Fulvia and argue over the best classic cruisers to do a European roadtrip. Plus all your comments, corrections and our usual factual inaccuracies. So squirt on some damp start and …

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Ep 4 - I Lifted The Bonnet And Said: "Oh S**t!” 33:46

2M ago33:46

33:46

Is it right to lust after a Dolly? Is it better to buy from a dealer or a driveway? Which car has the sexiest rear end? And what is best summer roadster to take your top off in? Matt and Max are back with more honest musings about wanting, owning and running classic cars. Follow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersuk Facebook: The Tyre Kickers…

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Ep 3 - Crush The Capri? 36:32

2M ago36:32

36:32

Should the Capri get crushed? Is a Pagoda now too pricey? Are American classic cars too big for Blighty? And just how did Max upset the Land Rover fans? Join us as we answer these and other burning classic car questions in Episode 3. Follow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersuk Facebook: The Tyre Kickers…

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Ep 2 - I Hit My Porsche With A Hammer 35:49

2M ago35:49

35:49

Is a Jag MKII more fun than an E-Type? Is the MGB too vanilla to be a true classic? Should you really hit an old Porsche with a hammer? And what are the best classic cop cars? Plus your reactions to Ep 1 - kind and bloody rude! Join us for some more classic car tyre kicking. Follow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersuk Facebook: The Tyre Kickers…

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Ep 1 - Can We Kick It? 33:38

2M ago33:38

33:38

Is buying a £10k Rolls a really stupid idea? Should all TR7s be condemned to the crusher? Why do people sit in chairs at classic car shows with a face on? And why do Defenders look great but drive so bad? If you love classic cars and you like a laugh, then this podcast is for you. Join Max and Matt as they kick the tyres on all things classic cars …

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S4 Ep7: Earl Slick on Station to Station 57:19

3M ago57:19

57:19

Back in 1974, Earl Slick was a 22-year old jobbing session guitarist fast developing a reputation for his supple, searing style and versatility in all idioms. Hired by Bowie to join his Diamond Dogs tour, Slick then had to suddenly pivot from apocalypto-rock to sleek Philly soul at a moment's notice - but acquitted himself so well, he was invited t…

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Episode 20 - Podcasters Roundtable & End of the Season 2:26:01

3M ago2:26:01

2:26:01

Hello! This is the 20th and final episode of season 3 and this is something special. - A roundtable discussion with many scale model podcast producers. Hosted by Chris Meddings from Sprue Cutters Union and editted by Scott Gentry from Plastic Posse Podcast. James and Malcolm also talk about whats on AND off the bench. Show Notes: Inside The Armour …

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Episode 19 - Chat with Tripp from R.Duck Locomotive Works 1:12:56

3M ago1:12:56

1:12:56

Hello! In this episode James and Malcolm build up a head of steam with the laser cut wood magician, Tripp Aquadro from R. Duck Locomotive Works. Show Notes: WWW.RDUCKLOCOMOTIVEWORKS.COM Instagram @RDucklocomotiveworks R.Duck on Etsy.com -- Find other model podcasts on: http://modelpodcasts.com -- Support the podcast: https://paypal.me/podcastjmc ht…

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S4 Ep6: Leah Kardos on The Next Day Part 4 33:30

4M ago33:30

33:30

In this episode we analyse The Next Day Extra, November 2013's accompanying min-album chock-full of tasty treats, rambunctious remixes and some songs that inexplicably never made it onto the album proper. Never mind. Now they get their moment in the sun and thanks to Leah Kardos's encyclopaedic knowledge of all things late-era Bowie, a fascinating …

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S4 Ep5: Leah Kardos on The Next Day Part 3 44:03

4M ago44:03

44:03

Stadium rock! Ziggy! Morrissey? John Cooper Clarke? The Singing Detective! Join author of Blackstar Theory: The Last Works of David Bowie, musician and director of The Visconti Studio Dr Leah Kardos as she continues her full-spectrum analysis of The Next Day, David Bowie's masterful penultimate album from 2013. In this episode, we look at the final…

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Episode 18 - Christmas Special 58:30

4M ago58:30

58:30

Hello! In this festive episode James and Malcolm are up early to open their gifts from each other. MERRY CHRISTMAS FROM JMC. Gifts for Malcolm: https://share.temu.com/RO5LBgmjzjA https://fantastic-plastic.com/oblivion-bubble-ship---catalog https://www.mitchesmilitarymodels.co.uk/product-page/200mm-us-airborne-normandy-1944 https://www.amazon.co.uk/…

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Episode 17 - Chat with Bill Huffman from Scale Model Craft 1:09:54

4M ago1:09:54

1:09:54

Hello! In this episode Malcolm and James find themselves being served up a tall, chilled glass of hobby enthusiasm spiked with adventure from Bill Huffman of Scale Model Craft. Show Notes: Bills inspiration for underground levels : Luke Towan, https://youtu.be/b25H-5BeWvY Andy's Hobby Headquarters grout video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ricYz2…

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Episode 16 - Chat with David Harris from 3D Gizmo 1:18:03

5M ago1:18:03

1:18:03

Hello! 3D Gizmo and the 3D printing hobby is David Harris's bag. James and Malcolm take the bag, turn it inside out and shake out the crumbs for us all to hear. WARNING: The actions described in this podcast are fictional and should not be attempted by anyone. Electrical audio equipment should be kept away from moist environments and vice versa Sho…

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Episode 15 - Telford Debrief 2023 1:01:07

5M ago1:01:07

1:01:07

Hello! In this episode James and Malcolm return from Scale Modelworld in Telford, UK and chat about their experience. The model competitions, the people, the stands and the biscuits. We also have a highly detailed Moosaroo update from James and Malcolm talks about why its a good idea to book a hotel correctly. https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/sho…

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Twas The Night Before Christmas 3:04

5M ago3:04

3:04

A narration of Clement Clark Moore's 'Twas The Night Before Christmas

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Episode 14. Frolic with the Ferret 1:02:26

5M ago1:02:26

1:02:26

Hello! In this episode James and Malcolm entice both Airfix's Head Researcher, Luke and newest Designer, Ethan to frolic in a autumnal meadow of new plastic Ferrets. Show Link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justmakingconversation Show Notes: Airfix Ferret: https://uk.airfix.com/products/ferret-scout-car-mk2-a1379 Vulcan Black Buck: https:…

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Episode 13. IPMS(UK) Scale ModelWorld Manager, Rich Middleton 1:11:32

6M ago1:11:32

1:11:32

Hello! In this episode James and Malcolm flash their bus passes and exercise their rights as the free press and corner Rich Middleton. Rich is a busy man for he is the IPMS (UK) Scale ModelWorld Manager, happening in Telford UK on the 11th-12th of November. Show Link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justmakingconversation Show Notes: IPMS U…

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Episode 11 - Interview with Brian Dencklau from Built Sideways 1:52:03

6M ago1:52:03

1:52:03

Hello! In this particular episode Malcolm and James invite the multi talented Brian Dencklau from Built Sideways help explain the Gundam conundrum. What are they, where do they come from and what/why are they growing in popularity? Brians Homework:1/ Dragon's Heaven:https://youtu.be/4vqRjVQhjBw?si=f_I7W9YuphTOXlUL2/ Macross/Robotech introduction/ov…

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Episode 8. Speaking about Sea Kings 45:21

6M ago45:21

45:21

Hello! In this episode James and Malcolm have just returned from the super secret launch of the brand new 1/48 Sea King from Airfix. The event was held in Historic Helicopters in Chard, UK in and amongst their beautifully restored and fully working choppers. -- Show link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justmakingconversation -- Show Notes:…

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Episode 12 - Interview with Mister Martin Drayton 1:27:19

6M ago1:27:19

1:27:19

Hello! This is Just Making Conversation where we make conversation... just. In this episode Malcolm and James talk with Martin Drayton. Just how does working as a flight attendant help your modelling hobby? Who is this talented man behind EmDee Scale Models? Show Notes:Martins hobby page: https://www.facebook.com/MartinBuildsModelsBruce McRae: http…

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Bringing Scientific Expertise to the VC Market—with Arkady Kulik of RPV 42:02

7M ago42:02

42:02

According to a BCG report, only 19% of VCs have some kind of scientific or technological competence. And that creates a translation problem between deep tech founders and investors. To close that gap, Arkady Kulik and his cofounder, Tamaz Khunjua, built RPV, a venture fund that brings scientific expertise to the market and helps scientists become s…

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Episode 10. Reputations. 1:09:04

8M ago1:09:04

1:09:04

Hello! In this episode James and Malcolm start off talking about the reputations of model manufacturers and what factors go into evaluating that reputation. The end up talking about ...well, I wont spoilt it. Show Link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justmakingconversation Show Notes: Moosaroo Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/group…

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S4 Ep4: Leah Kardos on The Next Day Part 2 1:16:11

8M ago1:16:11

1:16:11

We're back! And by we, I mean me and musician, writer and academic Leah Kardos, amongst whose many achievements is the critically-acclaimed book 'Blackstar Theory: The Last Works of David Bowie' which takes a thoughtful and informed view of Bowie's final projects. She is also a friend and trusted collaborator of Tony Visconti's, founding The Viscon…

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Episode 9 - Interview with Paul Tyer 1:04:31

8M ago1:04:31

1:04:31

Hello. In this here episode James and Malcolm talk with Paul Tyer from quaycraft.uk about his large scale ship builds. Where does one start with such a project? We also have the usual Moosaroo update, Tarp Talk, Guttering advice and a few announcements. Show Link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/justmakingconversation Show Notes: Paul Tyer:…

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Episode 7 - Update 50:09

9M ago50:09

50:09

Hello! James and Malcolm update you and catch up on whats been happening over the last 3 weeks. From work, illness, work and more work some hours were gouged out of the day to create this podcast for you in between model making. Let's hope it was worth it! Show Link: Just Making Conversation • A podcast on Anchor Show Notes: Barbarossa Models, http…

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DeepTech Series Ep # 4: Betting on Mission-Driven Deep Tech—with Maryanna Saenko of Future Ventures 50:27

10M ago50:27

50:27

If a VC is excited about a deep tech company upfront, what can we do to temper our enthusiasm and make a rational decision on whether to invest? Maryanna Saenko is Cofounder and Partner at Future Ventures, an early-stage VC firm that focuses on mission-driven companies at the cutting edge of disruptive technology. Future Ventures looks to back visi…

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Episode 6 - Tarp chat with Chris McKee and YouTube summary 59:15

10M ago59:15

59:15

Hello! In this episode we have laid out a tarp of mixed items. First we have a chat with Chris McKee from IPMS Farnborough in the UK to tell you about the plans to adopt the Great Tarp Build for their Scale Model World Display. Second James talks about his tips for making videos on Youtube and shares his thoughts on why everyone should make videos.…

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DeepTech Series Ep # 3: What to Look for in a Deep Tech Founder—with Greg Castle of Anorak Ventures 45:22

11M ago45:22

45:22

Deep tech founders are either technically gifted or great at building a business. But it's seldom both, at least in the beginning. So, what should venture investors pay attention to when we’re choosing founders in these disruptive technologies? Greg Castle is Founder and Managing Director at Anorak Ventures, a firm that invests in early-stage deep …

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Episode 5 - Interview with Ian Douthwaite "The Rally Chef" 1:00:50

11M ago1:00:50

1:00:50

Hello! Episode 5 is an interview with Ian Douthwaite. Known as The Rally Chef. Ian is a commercial vehicle enthusiast that parallels his passion for model making. Not only is Ian an amazing scratch builder he is the winner of last year's Golden Nut award with his "Hobby in a Nutshell" entry to the Walnut Challenge. We also explore Ian's interest in…

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DeepTech Series Ep # 2: Thesis Development for Deep Tech—with Seth Winterroth of Eclipse Ventures 43:53

11M ago43:53

43:53

How does a venture firm approach investments in deep technology? Seth Winterroth is Partner at Eclipse Ventures, a VC firm that partners with exceptional entrepreneurs to build companies that redefine physical industries. Seth has nine years of experience in venture capital, serving as Associate at GE Ventures before he joined the team at Eclipse. …

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DeepTech Series Ep # 1: Making Global-Scale Impact Through Deep Tech—with Ian Rountree of Cantos 41:09

11M ago41:09

41:09

What inspires a venture firm to focus on deep tech? Ian Rountree is Founder and General Partner at Cantos, a venture fund that invests in potentially world-changing deep tech startups. Cantos focuses on hardware and bio investing at the intersection of climate and industrials, life sciences and AI, aerospace and defense, and next-generation computi…

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Interview with Peter Buxton from Trans Atlantis Games 53:27

12M ago53:27

53:27

Hello! Episode 4 is with fellow hobbyist Peter Buxton who is the sharp end of Trans Atlantis Games. The company involved in the creation of the Two Thin Coats range of paints designed by Duncan Rhodes. The wargamers out there may recognise Duncan Rhodes from Games Workshop tutorials but now has his own painting academy! Show Link: https://podcaster…

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Interview with Carl Robertshaw. Model maker and builder of the stunning 1/32 Dambuster Lancaster diorama seen at Scale Model World 2022. 1:18:23

1y ago1:18:23

1:18:23

Hello! This is Season 3, Episode 3 of Just Making Conversation. In this episode James and Malcolm interview the high flying model maker Carl Robertshaw. Builder of that amazing 32nd scale Dambuster Lancaster diorama seen at Scale Model World in 2022. With a final Moosaroo update and some Tarp talk. Show Notes: Instagram: CR_scalemodels Web: carlrob…

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Moosaroo Cup and 48 Hour Group build Recap. 39:37

1y ago39:37

39:37

Hello! As James fights the third bought of cold an flu in as many months Just Making Conversation find a window of opportunity to record the next episode. A recap of the fun surrounding the Moosaroo Cup and the wonderful event - the 48 Hour Birthday Bash Group Build. We also announce a new group build!? Show Link: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod…

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S4 Ep3: Leah Kardos on The Next Day Part 1 1:21:27

1y ago1:21:27

1:21:27

The Next Day is 10. And what a sprawling, dense forest of darkness, enervation and guttural thrills it is. The perfect halfway point between the charismatic rock of Reality and ethereal elusive Blackstar, it's often overlooked and overshadowed by that monumental successor. But there is a lot here to unpack and to do it, I could think of no one bett…

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The Archeologists Who Made Me 11:57

1y ago11:57

11:57

Join me on a short fangirl moment for the Archaeologists & Adventurers of Cinema & TV who ignited my passion & are a large part of the reason I became an Egyptologist.From Indiana Jones to Evie & Rick from The Mummy. I hope they'd be proud of the Nerdy, Knowledge loving, book loving ancient history obsessed Egyptologist I am.…

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Interview with model maker, Kathy Millat 54:04

1y ago54:04

54:04

Hello! This is Series 3. Episode 1. In this episode we bent the terms of our restraining order to speak with multi- talented Kathy Millat. We discuss her TV work, new projects, her outlook on the hobby and her curious blended interests in Railways and Sci Fi. Show notes: https://www.youtube.com/KathyMillat https://www.originalmechacontest.com Kathy…

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Final episode of Season 2. Into 2023 with a new season 3 on the way 43:34

1y ago43:34

43:34

Hello! The final episode of Season 2 is here. While extremely late and totally irrelevant now as Christmas was yonks ago, the podcast does contain some info that you will find useful on upcoming events. Thank you for supporting us through 2022 in all the ways you do. See you in Season 3 Coming Soon! Show Link: https://anchor.fm/justmakingconversati…

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Airfix Launch 2023 53:10

1+ y ago53:10

53:10

Hello! In this (mini) episode James and Malcolm speak with Researcher Luke Slaney-Hewitt and Head of Brand Dale Luckhurst from Airfix about the 2023 New Range launch. We discuss the new models planned for this year what particularly has floated our boat. Watch details of the launch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8eChmXvb5ME The whole range f…

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Christmas Special 53:33

1+ y ago53:33

53:33

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 Notes: https://www.facebook.…

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DeSci Ep # 7: How DeSci Bridges Academia and the Startup World—with Niklas Rindtorff of LabDAO 38:07

1+ y ago38:07

38:07

Many independently minded, young scientists are too ambitious for academia… But the startup world isn’t quite right for them either. How might decentralized science provide a space for these innovators to do their work? Niklas Rindtorff is the classical scientist behind LabDAO, an online home for inventors that builds open tools for scientific rese…

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Scale Model Medic. James and Malcolm pull out a third beanbag to chat with Jon Hayward, YouTube influencer, model maker and all round good egg. 1:07:59

1+ y ago1:07:59

1:07:59

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 manipu…

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DeSci Ep # 6: Commercializing Science for Climate Solutions—with George Church & Ben Lamm of Colossal 56:57

1+ y ago56:57

56:57

In academia, most scientists publish their ideas and stop there. But if we want our breakthroughs to benefit society, we have to take it a step further. So, what does it look like to commercialize scientific research? What mindset do academics need to work at the intersection of science and industry? Ben Lamm has a career of building successful dee…

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Airfix Factory Tour. James and Malcolm actually were invited to a plastic injection molding facility where the new scale model Spitfire is being made. 43:45

1+ y ago43:45

43:45

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-sp…

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Telford and Nuts. Scale Model World is such a riotous 2 day celebration of modelling its hard to condense it down to 57 minutes. But we did. 57:06

1+ y ago57:06

57:06

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/justmakingconversat…

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DeSci Ep #5: An Investor’s Perspective on DeSci—with James Sinka of Orange DAO 1:08:10

1+ y ago1:08:10

1:08:10

Why invest in decentralized science? James Sinka is a classically trained chemist and materials engineer and DeSci investor at Orange DAO, a fund for crypto projects supported by an alliance of Y Combinator alumni. On this episode of Boost VC, James joins us to discuss where he sees opportunities in DeSci, describing the benefit of publishing null …

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Robert Lane. James and Malcolm sit with Robert Lane, Sculptor, Painter, Gentleman and founder of Elan 13 1:34:06

1+ y ago1:34:06

1:34:06

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 Conv…

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FAQ's. What are the same innane questions from the public at model shows that we hear over and over again. 59:55

1+ y ago59:55

59:55

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 Link…

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