Best Built Sideways Podcasts (2024)

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Built Sideways Podcast Season 4 Ep.10: Building to Win? W/ Justin Ryan! 1:15:20

6h ago1:15:20

1:15:20

On this episode, the guys (sans Pabz) is joined by the one and only Justin Ryan from The Modeling Insanity Podcast and MFCA to talk all about building for competition, is the will to win enough? Is it the goal? What exactly is the process of Building to Win? and is there a sure-fire method of getting there? Lots to dig in Join our Discord! ⁠⁠⁠⁠http…

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104 - Ahsoka VFX and Sound - With Richard Bluff and Matthew Wood 53:38

2h ago53:38

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Episoe 104 - This time I chat with Ahsoka producer and ILM VFX Supervisor, Richard Bluff along with his colleague Matthew Wood, Supervising Sound Editor. Key takeaways: The collaboration between sound and visual effects departments is crucial in creating a cohesive and immersive experience for the audience. Early involvement of sound in the product…

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Built Sideways Podcast Season 4 Ep. 9: Diorama-Rama! & MFCA '24 Recap! 1:13:20

9d ago1:13:20

1:13:20

On this episode we talk all things diorama! What makes a diorama, what the difference to a vignette? all answered! Plus a quick recap of Brian's recent outing to MFCA! Join our Discord! ⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/aXFPjZDmCE⁠⁠⁠ Check out our Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/builtsidewayspodcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ This Episode…

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103 - Nathan Crowley - Production Designer and Chris Nolan collaborator 1:30:34

20d ago1:30:34

1:30:34

My guest for this second episode of May 2024 is production designer Nathan Crowley. If you don’t know his name, you will definitely know and most likely love, his work.. Behind Enemy Lines (2001) Insomnia (2002) Batman Begins (2005) The Prestige (2006) The Dark Knight (2008) John Carter (2012) The Dark Knight Rises (2012) Interstellar (2014) Dunkir…

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102 - Master of the Air - VFX masters Xavier Bernasconi & Steve Jelley 46:45

22d ago46:45

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For this episode, number 102, I am speaking to to gentleman that worked on the visual effects for Masters of the air, the Apple TV series which is a continuation of Band of Brothers and The Pacific. This time tackling World War Two airmen and their various missions. So I chat with Xavier Bernasoni who was one of the vfx supervisors on the show for …

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Built Sideways Podcast Season 4 Episode 8: Not-So-Color-Theory part 2? 1:25:04

29d ago1:25:04

1:25:04

On this episode the boys sit down and follow up on the color theory episode from last season, less of the theory of it and more the aesthetic and application this time, a little bit of light theory i sprinkled in this time around too! Join our Discord! ⁠⁠https://discord.gg/aXFPjZDmCE⁠⁠ Check out our Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patre…

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101 - Skywalker Ranch, Lucasfilm and Rancho Obi Wan Visit - April 2024 32:43

2M ago32:43

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In April 2024, I embarked on an unforgettable journey to California, starting with a visit to Skywalker Ranch, Lucasfilm and Rancho Obi Wan. And unfogettable three days. While at Skywalker Ranch I met with Sound Supervisor, Mac Smith and legendary Model Maker, Lorne Peterson. This episode is a report from those three days. Full written report with …

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Built Sideways Podcast Season 4 Ep.7: Scruples with Julian!: Finish Quality & Modeling Standards 1:40:43

2M ago1:40:43

1:40:43

On this episode we're joined by Julian from On The Bench Podcast to talk all about his...scruples? Also the Finish Quality and Standards that we set for ourselves when it comes to our scale models! This is a long one, so grab some form of hydration, get comfy, and let us guide you in on this magnificent journey of an episode! Join our Discord! ⁠htt…

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Built Sideways Podcast Season 4 Episode 6: Kyle's Adepticon Recap & Con-Etiquette! 1:18:43

2M ago1:18:43

1:18:43

On this episode Kyle returns from lands afar to talk about his experience attending adepticon and why events like that are important to further our experiences and love for our hobbies, lets also sprinkle in a little bit of con-etiquette while we're at it, the to-dos and not-to-dos when youre at these events! Join our Discord! https://discord.gg/aX…

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100 - Phil Tippett - VFX Legend 1:01:05

2M ago1:01:05

1:01:05

For this the 100th episode it seems fitting that it’s someone who’s name I’ve known since I was 4, 5 and 6 when my imagination was first sparked, looking through my Empire Strikes Back and Return of the Jedi comics and magazines. That name is of course Phil Tippett, one of those incredible artists whose work transcends the films he’s worked on. His…

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Built Sideways Podcast Season 4 Episode 5: Pacing Part 2 56:02

2M ago56:02

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PACING! How many of us have this issue? We start a project, go 100% all in, all the ambition, but none of the planning or none of the time, its an issue we all have and on this episode 3 of us sit down and follow up on a previous episode about why its such a problem for us (both past and present) Join our Discord! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg…

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99 - David Whiteley - Presenter, Filmmaker (The Galaxy that Britain Built & Toy Empire) 1:12:06

3M ago1:12:06

1:12:06

For episode 99 I interviewed friend, David Whiteley. If you don't know David, you should! He's a news presenter, but also a huge Star Wars Fan. And, has made two fantastic documentaries about the subject. Firstly "The Galaxy that Britain Built" and secondly "Toy Empire". Both are a must-watch for fans like us. David also produced a book which gathe…

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Built Sideways Podcast Season 4 Episode 4: B-Roll Build Day! 1:41:19

3M ago1:41:19

1:41:19

Once again it is the annual B-Roll episode is upon us and what better way to theme it than to put it in a build day setting? we let our hair down and talk any and all topics, from movies, to comics all the way back to scale models! Join our Discord! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/nPuMZgReWq⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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98 - The Empire Strikes Back Commentary - With Giles Terera 2:15:15

3M ago2:15:15

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For episode 98, I am joined by my guest from episode 2, Giles Terera, actor, writer, musician and great friend of mine. He suggested to me a few months back that we should do a commentary on The Empire Strikes Back. So last month that's just what we did. I went up to central London to his flat, armed with two mics and we sat at watched and waffled …

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Built Sideways Podcast Season 4 Episode 3: Breaking That Glass Ceiling! 1:06:37

4M ago1:06:37

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On this episode the guys follow up on last episodes topic and talk about breaking that glass ceiling, the personal trials we went through where we feel that the glass ceiling had broken and we had reached another level, and on the other hand, where we thought we should have but didn't. Strap in, it gets deep! Join our Discord! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https:/…

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97 - Fred North - Helicopter Stunt Pilot - "Flying Sideways" 44:45

4M ago44:45

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In episode 97 of the Filmumentaries podcast, I interview helicopter stunt pilot Fred North. Fred shares his journey from a childhood fascination with helicopters to becoming a successful stunt pilot in Hollywood. He emphasizes the importance of creating opportunities for oneself and having a shark-like drive to keep moving forward. Fred also discus…

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96 - The Creator - With Director Gareth Edwards and his Effects Team 1:00:53

4M ago1:00:53

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I hope you enjoyed my archival interview episodes in December 2023, one with Producer Robert Watts, the other with actor Garrick Hagon. Well now we are back to some recent interviews, I can tell you I’ve been busy lining these up ready for 2024! So… for the first, its a pretty big one, well it’s a very big one - Thanks to the lovely folks at ILM, I…

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Built Sideways Podcast Season 4 Episode 2: The Problem with Plateau! 1:03:05

4M ago1:03:05

1:03:05

On this episode the issue of plateauing in the hobby is talked further on from a previous episode, why its necessary, our own experiences and why we all have to go through it at some point! Join our Discord! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/nPuMZgReWq⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/builtsidewayspodcast⁠⁠…

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Built Sideways Podcast Season 4 Episode 1: X Marks the Spot! Resources to learning new or improving skills! 1:49:31

4M ago1:49:31

1:49:31

On this episode the guys talk about specific resources they tap into to get ideas or inspiration for some of the work they output, whether its physical or digital media and the importance of learning conceptual resourcing as well as practical! Join our Discord! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/nPuMZgReWq⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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95 - Garrick Hagon - Star Wars Actor 48:02

5M ago48:02

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Ok, this is another one from the archives, but as with the Robert Watts recording, I’ve been wanting to put this one out in podcast form for a while too. This is a conversation I had with actor Garrick Hagon back in 2015. If that name doesn’t ring a bell, how about Biggs Darklighter. Yes, Garrick is well known for his mostly deleted scenes from Sta…

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Built Sideways Podcast SPECIAL!: Podcast Conglomerate Appreciation Society 1:59:43

5M ago1:59:43

1:59:43

On this episode @Chris_Pabz joins a roundtable of other podcast shows and hosts to talk about the process of putting a podcast together! From the nitty gritty of planning all the way to publishing! It was definitely an interesting conversation, learning from the pros!

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94 - Robert Watts - Legendary Producer 46:10

5M ago46:10

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This is one from the archives, but I’ve been wanting to put this out in podcast for for some time now. Its my interview with the legendary producer Robert Watts from back in July 2018. My cameraman buddy Paddy and I visited Robert at his home, and a lovely home it was too. He was on such great form and just a delight to be with. We arrived armed wi…

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93 - Mission Impossible 7 - VFX Supervisors - Jeff Sutherland & Simone Coco 33:33

6M ago33:33

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Uncover the secrets of Mission Impossible – Dead Reckoning Part 1's breathtaking visual effects. VFX supervisors Jeffrey Sutherland and Simone Coco share insights on collaboration, challenges, and the art of crafting cinematic magic. Step behind the scenes and explore the dynamic world where reality meets creativity. I was recently given the opport…

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Built Sideways Podcast Season 3 Episode 26: Festivus The Third! 1:50:02

6M ago1:50:02

1:50:02

On this episode the guys are joined by @GunplaPaul to partake in BSP's 3rd annual Festivus! Its time to air our grievances of the past year to see what we've learned, what we've understood, and what has absolutely gotten under our skins! Join our Discord! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/nPuMZgReWq⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our Patreon! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http…

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92 - Tom Spina - Sculptor / FX Artist - Regal Robot, Tom Spina Designs 1:35:15

6M ago1:35:15

1:35:15

Now, for this exciting episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Tom Spina. Tom is an avid Star Wars enthusiast, restoration specialist, and the founder of Tom Spina Designs and Regal Robot. In our conversation, we delve into his early love for Star Wars and those toys, his passion for computer graphics on his Amiga, his brief stint as a TD in l…

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Built Sideways Podcast Season 3 Episode 25: All about Retail! 1:11:55

6M ago1:11:55

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On this episode the guys are joined by Zach Bleich from Galactic Toyz to talk all things hobby retail! The hurdles and barriers they have to go through to procure specialist kits, tools and paints, forecasting product demand and the name of the game when it comes to picking up rare and exclusive kits, the risk and reward of it all! Check out Galact…

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Built Sideways Podcast Season 3 Ep. 24: Real Life to Hobby life application? Answering a listener question 1:21:10

7M ago1:21:10

1:21:10

On this episode the guys answer another listener question on the effect of non-modeling aspects of life and lifestyle on the quality of work in our hobbies and vice-versa. We may have gone a bit more sideways than usual on this one, as we try to navigate our current situations in life and weigh them upon how its impacting, or not impacting our curr…

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91 - Jeremy Coon - Director/Editor of A Disturbance in the Force 40:27

7M ago40:27

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For this episode, the second of November 2023, I spoke with director, producer and editor Jeremy Coon. Jeremy was the producer on the 2007 film Napoleon Dynamite. But I spoke to him in his editor director capacity about the new documentary “A Disturbance in the Force’, which I was lucky enough to see at the UK premiere in London last week. The docu…

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90! - Robodoc - The Creation of Robocop - With Gary Smart, Eastwood Allen and Chris Griffiths 1:05:12

7M ago1:05:12

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In this episode (number 90!!), I share an enlightening conversation with the creators of the "RoboDoc" series - a comprehensive documentary on the iconic sci-fi film, RoboCop. The team includes directors Chris Griffith and Eastwood Allen, and producer Gary Smart. The trio talks in-depth about how they transformed their passion project into a widely…

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Built Sideways Podcast Season 3 Episode 23: The Ambition in Competition! 1:11:36

7M ago1:11:36

1:11:36

On this episode Kyle returns from his lengthy battle with snakes to talk about the spirit of competition! Whether the goal or mentality to win is the only mentality to have going into one, or is there more? I think with all thats been going on lately this discussion seems to be quite important. Join our Discord! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/nPuMZgR…

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Built Sideways Podcast Season 3 Episode 22: Pacing and Focus 1:07:33

8M ago1:07:33

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On this episode the guys talk about all things on how we pace and focus ourselves when it comes to starting, working on, and finishing our builds, or perhaps, lack thereof, the things we do that could potentially derail the things we need to do, and the things we do to get us back on track! Join our Discord! ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://discord.gg/nPuMZgReWq⁠…

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89 - Vic Pratt & Doug Weir - BFI Halloween Special 1:01:27

8M ago1:01:27

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If you listened to episode 87 you’ll have heard my conversation with the British Film Institutes Douglas Weir. He’s Technical and Remastering lead there and does great work with his team to restore and release films from British classics to lost gems. He invited me back to talk to him and his colleague Vic Pratt - film historian and Video Publishin…

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88 - Mac Smith - Supervising Sound Editor - Skywalker Sound 1:26:25

8M ago1:26:25

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For this episode, number 88, I spoke with Mac Smith about the path he took to his career as Supervising Sound Editor and employee of Skywalker Sound, via marching bands, a chance meeting with Walter Murch, being propelled into the industry working for Robert Zemekis on Castaway. And so much more. Listen in for the full story. Thanks to the folks at…

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