Episode 38 - Heller/Glow2B (Europes largest distributor)

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Hiya Benchmates — Episode 38 has landed!

After joining James Skiffins and Malcolm Childs for a very special farewell to Just Making Conversation in our last episode, we're back to business as usual - though with a little JMC magic thrown in!

Well, as close to business as usual as things ever get around here.

This time, we're catching up with some familiar faces from the modelling industry, looking ahead to an international online modelling competition and welcoming back a member of the Beyond The Box Art® team who has finally managed to escape the clutches of his work roster!

We're joined by Dale Luckhurst, who has swapped red for yellow in his new role as Brand Manager for Heller, part of Glow2B, to talk about his new position and what the future holds for this iconic model kit manufacturer.

Will Packard from DBMK returns to bring us up to speed on developments since the release of their much-anticipated 1/32 Sea Fury earlier this year, including progress on some exciting upcoming projects.

We also welcome Tim Holland from Modellers Without Borders, who joins us to talk about VMZ2026, their second annual online modelling competition, and how modellers from around the world can get involved.

And, of course, the Stash Inflation Report returns with another collection of new releases, aftermarket accessories and completely unnecessary temptations.

But perhaps the biggest surprise of all...

Martin Drayton is back!

Yes, after what feels like an eternity of conflicting work rosters, the planets have finally aligned, and Martin rejoins the Benchmates from his home in sunny Utah.