Podcasts by Listening To Paint Dry with Mike and Dan

Episode 69: Just A Regular Show from 2023-11-26T18:24:43

Hello out there braver painters! This holiday season we're so thankful for you and all you do for the hobby community. This episode is just a regular show with the three of us chatting about the...

Episode 68: The Recap You've Been Waiting For from 2023-10-28T15:15:15

Hello Braver Painters! We're back with a recap of two amazing conventions: ReaperCon 2023 and NOVA Open. Dev, Dan, and Mike talk about their experiences and what they learned from the cons.

Episode 67: Mental Health Charity Painters with Prince from 2023-10-11T01:07:30

Hello to all our braver painters! We're back with an important conversation about mental health with Prince Yohannes of the organization Mental Health Charity Painters. Thank you so much Prince ...

Special Announcement: And Then There Were Three from 2023-09-14T02:13:11

Hello brave painters! Dan and I are so pleased to announce that Dev Sodagar (AKA Raggy Paints, AKA Raggedy Pants) has lost his mind and agreed to join us full member of the show. Welcome Dev, an...

Episode 66: A Grave Conversation from 2023-09-12T21:37:27

Hello Braver Painters! This week Dan and Mike get morbid and talk about where you're minis go when you die. They don't go to heaven where the angels fly. They go to a lake of, oh wait. Thank you...

Episode 65: A Conversation with Africa Mir from 2023-08-03T13:42:18

Hello out there to all the amazing painters! Thank you so much for your patience through our Summer lull. Today we're excited to present and wonderful conversation with Africa Mir. A hard workin...

Episode 64: The Kobold Debate with Goobertown Hobbies and eBay Miniature Rescues from 2023-06-13T22:01:24

Hello painters! We're back with a lovely conversation with Brent from Goobertown Hobbies and Casey from eBay Miniature Rescues. Gentlemen, it was an honor having you on the show and sharing your...

Episode 63: Resin Beast Mode with Taylor Holloway of Creature Caster from 2023-05-28T18:17:08

Hello to all those Better, Braver, Happier Painters out there! This week Mike had the opportuntity to chat with Taylor Holloway, Business Development Officer for Creature. It was a fantastic con...

Episode 62: Still on the Floor with Aaron Lovejoy Part 2 from 2023-05-13T14:42:04

Part 2 of our interview with Aaron Lovejoy of Miniature Monthly. Aaron, thank you so much for sharing your hobby journey with us. We truly learned a lot. You can follow Aaron on Instagram at Listen

Episode 61: On The Hobby Store Floor with Aaron Lovejoy Part 1 from 2023-05-07T03:09:51

Content Warning: This episode contains a conversation about injuries sustainted with hobbying and is pretty rough. Listener discretion is advised.

So yeah, that's how this conversation wi...

Episode 60: Adepticon Recap from 2023-04-21T17:36:55

Hello amazing painters and listeners! We're back with a recap of our very first Adepticon. We laughed, we cried, kissed a lot of money good bye. We took some amazing classes, met new people and ...

Episode 59: Michael Klieman with Kubla Con Conquers the Show from 2023-03-29T17:38:08

Thank you so much Michael for sharing your thoughts on KublaCon @kublagamecon

Follow Kubla Con at https://kublacon.com/

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Episode 58: Raggedy Pants from 2023-02-24T20:35:03

Welcome to the Raggedy Pants Show! This week none other than Raggedy Pants joins us as a guest host to talk about all that is to come in the New Year. Oh wait, I mean Dev of Raggy Paints. Oops. ...

Episode 57: A Holiday Special with Anthony Wang from 2023-02-02T06:42:42

Hello amazing painters! We have to apologize to Anthony Wang to begin with. Due to some technical issues we had to pull the last episode and some how Mike managed to break something that our dil...

Breaking News: Our Patreon is Live! from 2023-01-02T06:28:19

Happy New year to all of our amazing listeners/painters. Thank you so much for all of the incredible support you have given us throughout the year. We are truly humbled.

We are excited to...

Episode 56: Lots of News from 2022-12-18T19:50:46

Hello painters! This week we're back with a shorter episode to make a few announcements. First, check out our Instagram for the KTO Giveaway. Second, we're going to Adepticon this year. Thirds, ...

Episode 55: The Danish Connection with Jakob Villien and Andrew Wade from 2022-11-29T23:25:14

Hello to all the painters out there. We're back with a wonderful conversation with two amazing Danish painters: Jakob Villien of Pink Label Studios and Andrew Wade of a Stroke O Luck. Thank you ...

Episode 54: A Kill Team Open Giveaway and Odds and Ends from 2022-11-04T19:46:03

Hello amazing painters! We are excited to announce they will be back at the Kill Team Open in Baltimore, MD in 2023. To go along with it, the amazing hosts of the event have given us a VIP Packa...

Episode 53: A Zambies Apocalypse from 2022-10-21T21:30:42

Hello to all you legendary painters out there! This week we have the pleasure and honor of chatting with none other than Zambies! Thank you so much for sharing your hobby journey with us.

Episode 52: Post Con Debrief from 2022-10-10T17:04:08

Hello all you amazing painters out there! This week Mike and Dan have a fun converation about what it was like at ReaperCon and NOVA Open this year. Spoiler Alert: They both had amazing times. Listen

Episode 51: We're Splitting Up from 2022-09-14T19:10:08

That's right, Mike and Dan have decided to go their own separate ways. To two different conventions that is. Mike is going to ReaperCon and Dan is going to the NOVA Open.

Okay, you got us...

Episode 50: World Model Expo Recap with Erik Swinson and Steven Garcia from 2022-08-29T02:42:48

Hello painters and gamers alike. We're back with our 50th episode and it's amazing to celebrate it with two fantastic painters and great people, Erik Swinson and Steven Garcia. Thank you to Erik...

Episode 49: S Words with Gavin Garza from 2022-07-10T05:17:04

Hello faithful listeners. This week we're back with a fun and enlightening interview with the incredibly talented Gavin Garza, yes that guy who just won the Slayer Sword. Thank you Gavin for sha...

Episode 48: Guarding the Display Case with David Powell from 2022-06-22T17:13:21

We're finally back and thank you to all of our listeners for their patience. We shall reward you with a fantastic conversation with an amazing artist and great person, David Powell. David, thank...

Episdoe 47: Book Club Part 2 with Chris Suhre from 2022-05-17T12:05:03

This week Chris Suhre returns to the show to chat about his upcoming book and what's been going on since we last talked. Thank you Chris for sharing your journey and stories with us. You can fol...

Episode 46: Bookclub with Dave Taylor from 2022-05-10T00:16:17

We're back, finally. We know it's been a while and for that we're sorry. To make it up to all of our loyal listeners, we have a fantastic conversation with Dave Taylor, artist, teacher, author and ...

Episode 45: A Quick Trip to Sweden with Roglan Studios from 2022-03-09T02:00:30

Today Dan and I are thrilled to welcome Robert Karlsson from Rogland Studio to the show. Thank you so much Robert for sharing your hobby journey with us. We definitely learned a lot from you. Yo...

Episode 44: We hit an Iceberg with Dev Sodagar from 2022-03-03T20:06:30

We're back and sorry that it's been a while. This week we are lucky to have Dev Sodagar return to the show. Thank you so much to Dev for helping us sort out this whole Iceberg thing that Dan dre...

Episode 43: 2nd Anniversary Special with Special Guest, Roman Lappat from 2022-01-28T21:43:17

We can't believe it painters! It's been 2 years of the podcast. We've had so much fun and learned so much. It's truly been an incredible experience. We figured what better way to celebrate 2 yea...

Episode 42: Down with the Holiday Sikness with Will Hahn of Sik Willy Miniatures from 2022-01-01T18:39:31

Happy Holidays and Happy New Years to all of our listeners and wonderful friends who have joined us throughout the year. Let's start the new year off right with a wonderful chat we had with Will...

Episode 41: Recorded on Location at Game Garrison from 2021-12-18T12:55:02

Today Mike and Dan are excited to bring you their first in person recording! This time it's from the back room at Game Garrison in Fredericksburg, VA. Please listen for a huge announcement about...

Episode 40: It's Blabbering Time from 2021-12-17T22:27:31

This week Mike and Dan blabber about what's been going on in their hobby worlds over the last few months. They talk about Reapercon, Battletech, and so much more.

You can follow us on In...

Episode 39: A Conversation with Brice Cocanour from 2021-12-10T17:09:14

We're back with a fantastic conversation with an incredible artist and teacher, Brice Cocanour. Thank you so much Brice for sharing your hobby journey and insights. It was a blast getting to mee...

Episode 38: A Howling Good Time With Steven Garcia from 2021-11-15T21:29:31

Today we have an interview with the incredibly talented Steven Garcia. We would like to thank Steven for sharing his hobby journey with us. It was a pleasure. You can follow Steven on Instagram ...

Episode 37: Review of Game Envy Exemplar Wet Pallet from 2021-11-09T19:55:18

Hello! We're back and this time with a review of the new Game Envy Exemplar Wet Pallet. Dan backed the Kickstarter and they were nice enough to send him his reward early. Hear what Dan has to th...

Episode 36: Bewitched by Lyla Mev from 2021-11-08T15:41:25

This week we're excited to bring you an intervidew with the incredibly talented Lyla Mev, the Mini Witch. Thank you so much Lyla for sharing your hobby journey. You can follow her on Instagram ...

Episode 35: From ReaperCon with Pirate Monkey Painting from 2021-10-12T21:57:30

As promised, another episode from ReaperCon. This time Mike interviews the talented artist and teacher AnthonyRodriguez, also known as Pirate Monkey Painting. Thank you much Anthony for sharing ...

Episode 34: From ReaperCon with Dev Sodagar AKA Raggy Paints from 2021-10-09T18:06:48

We're finally back. My apologies to our guests and listeners. When I got back from ReaperCon, life kind of ran over me. We are now back on track.

Today we're pleased to bring you an inter...

Episode 33: At ReaperCon with Ed and Dave Pugh from 2021-09-04T13:24:16

Hello to all of our listeners. Here is our first ReaperCon interview with none other than Ed and Dave Pugh, the owners of Reaper Minatures. Thank you so much to Ed and Dave for sharing their hob...

Episode 32: Grandma's Cooking with Chris Suhre from 2021-08-27T15:09:19

Today we are pumped to bring you an interview with artist Chris Suhre. You can check out his work at chris_suhre_miniature_art on Instagram. Thank you Chris for sharing your painting journey wit...

Episode 31: Brush Beastmode with James Craig from 2021-07-24T17:35:27

Hello to the brave and happy painters out there. This week we have a special interview with award winning artist, judge, and all around wonderful human being, James Craig. James just finished be...

Episode 30: Getting Our Greek Mythology On! from 2021-07-10T18:18:36

Hello Better, Braver, Happier Painters! This week we return with another genre focus episode about the one that started it all, Greek Mythology. We explore the legends, talk about the games and ...

Episode 29: Out of this world with Craftworld Studios! from 2021-06-25T23:57:20

Hello to all of our Better, Braver, Happier Painters! Our international art party continues. We're back this week with a wonderful conversation with Aleksandra and Marko from Craftworld Studios....

Episode 28: The Way of the Brush-stache with Kris Belleau from 2021-06-11T20:26

We're back in action this week with another trip up north to Canada. We're excited to bring you our conversation with Kris Belleau of The Way of the Brush. Thank you so much Kris for sharing you...

Episode 27: Back in the USA with Erik Swinson from 2021-05-30T03:58:33

We're back with another wonderful interview. This week we had the pleasure of talking with award winning artist Erik Swinson. You can follow him on Instragram at Listen

Episode 26: Canadian Painting Love with Alex Good of Stiff Neck Studios from 2021-05-14T17:53:39

Let's start with a quick apology to our listeners. We got off track over the last month and we are sorry. Life moves super fast sometimes. We are back on track and ready to bring you the best po...

Bonus Episode: The Clever Crow Returns! from 2021-04-09T18:32:46

Surprise! It's time for a bonus episode! This week we're pleased to have Michael Proctor of Clever Crow Studios return to the show. We have great conversation about painting and his show on Twit...

Episode 25: The Artist, The Beard, The Legend: Zumikito's Miniatures from 2021-04-02T15:13:33

This week we are excited to bring you an awesome interview with Zumikito's Miniatures as we continue our international art party. Thank you so much for sharing your painting journey with us and ...

Episode 24: Luck Of The Irish from 2021-03-18T01:30:01

Happy St. Patrick's Day to all of our listeners. We're officially back from break with one of Mike's favorite topics: Irish Folklore. Join us as we explore popular myths and dig deep into what m...

Bonus Episode: Bringing Home the Bacon with Siege Studios from 2021-03-13T14:46:24

Hello again! I know it's been a while but break was very necessary for Dan and I. We thought we would reward our listeners with a bonus episode before we officially come back from break on March...

Episode 23: Our Anniversary Show from 2021-02-01T17:44:30

It's so crazy. It's been a year since we started on this journey. Thank you so much to all of the artists who joined us along the way. We truly appreciate the time they took to share their stori...

Episode 22: An Intentional Interview with Marc Masclans from 2021-01-18T16:26:40

This week we are proud to present an interview with brilliant artist, teacher, and karate sensei Marc Masclans. You can check out is artwork Listen

Episode 21: A Very Trovarion Holiday Special from 2020-12-31T20:28:48

First, we want to wish all of our listeners and those in the hobby community a wonderful holiday season. We hope that you have a Better, Braver, and Happier New Year.

Second, the focus of...

Episode 20: An Interview With David Soper from 2020-12-04T14:37:12

Our international art party continues with a wonderful conversation with the very talented and award winning David Soper. Check out his work at https://sproketsmallworld.blogspot.com/ and you ca...

Episode 19: Breaking the Rules with Banshee from 2020-11-20T18:08:35

This week Mike had the honor of talking to an incredible person, painter and teacher, Banshee. Just a small warning, the language in this episode gets a little colorful but that's what makes it ...

Episode 18: Halloween Special from 2020-10-31T20:22:26

Happy Halloween to all of our listeners! We return to the genre focus with a look at this very special day. We talk about the origins of Halloween, related games and miniatures as well as we div...

Episode 17: Genre Focus Steampunk from 2020-10-10T16:01:22

After some wonderful feedback we've decided that we are going to be switching things up a bit. Due to the reception of the Jack the Ripper episode we decided to spend more time exploring differe...

Mini Episode 5: Review of the Succubus by Level UP/TAGO from 2020-09-20T14:37

It took a while but we're back with another Mini Episode. This time Mike takes a look at Level Up Hobbies/TAGO Collectibles Succubus based on the artwork of Bayard Wu. This is an unsolicited rev...

Episode 16: Did Somebody Call a Doctor? from 2020-09-12T20:03:26

Yes indeed Mike does talk with a doctor who is also a mini painter and YouTube content creator. This week our interview is with M.C. The Miniature Surgeon. We truly appreciate M.C. taking the ti...

Episode 15: Jack the Ripper from 2020-09-01T01:29:11

We made it and just in time. Today Mike and Dan talk about 1888 London and the Jack the Ripper murders and how this type of atomosphere can translate to miniature painting. We also delve into mi...

Episode 14: Eons of Gray from 2020-08-14T16:24:55

We're back and actually on time. This week we have a fantastic interview with Jay and Nick from Eons of Battle. We appreciate that they share their hobby journey with us and the amazing content ...

Lucky Episode 13! from 2020-08-05T00:18:32

This week Mike and Dan just catch up on things since it's been a while since they recorded. They talk about the world of COVID (of course, who doesn't these day), what they're working on and wha...

Episode 12: Short and Sweet from 2020-07-18T17:52:22

This week we have a shorter episode while we wait for Dan to get his act together and record. A couple of important announcements:

1. The Nova Open Charitable Foundation raffles are live!...

Episode 11: Time to Fail and Fail Hard from 2020-07-05T13:41:51

This week we just have some programing notes: First, we are going to try and get back to an hour an episode. Second, our new production schedule will be every other Friday. We are also asking ou...

Episode 10: Next Level Awesomeness from 2020-06-19T16:37:54

This week Mike and Dan chat about how things have been going during the pandemic and what life is like as things start to open up.

We also have a remarkable interview with Kenny Boucher...

Episode 9:Difficult Colors from 2020-06-03T02:26:37

This week Mike and Dan talk about some of the colors out there that people find difficult to paint (red, yellow, black and white.)

We also have a fantastic interview with Matt DiPietro o...

Episode 8: Campaign Madness from 2020-05-15T20:38:54

We're back and yes, we're a little late. Please accept our apologizes as technology and quick sand prevented a timely release of this episode. On a technical note: Yes, that is Mike pouring hims...

Special Episode: John McAvoy of Mini Master Werks from 2020-04-28T18:28:55

Recently Mike had the opportunity to talk with John McAvoy from Mini Master Werks about his painting journey and his upcoming Kickstarter campaign for the Studio X Carrying Case which launches M...

Episode 7: The Kids Are Alright from 2020-04-21T21:37:52

This week we talk about teaching newcomers and children the art and hobby of miniature painting. We have an incredible interview with Joe White of Smooth Blend Studio. You can find him on Facebo...

Mini Episode 4: Review of AK Interactive 3rd Generation Acrylic Paints from 2020-04-14T14:26:03

We hope all our listeners out there in the hobby world are safe and healthy. Today Mike dives into the world of AK Interactive's new 3rd Generation Acrylic Paints. Please note: this is a paint b...

Episode 6: The Great Brush Debate from 2020-04-07T21:33:19

This week Dan and Mike put to rest the Great Brush Debate! Who will win? Raphael, Windsor Newtons, Rosemary and Co or maybe there's a new company or two that might have something to say about wh...

Special Episode: Adeptican't 2020 from 2020-03-28T01:57:08

Today we have a special episode for our listeners. Adepticon may have been canceled but that doesn't mean you have to miss out on the fun. The incredible Lyn Stahl of Metalhead Minis joins us f...

Episode 5: Painting in the Time of Corona from 2020-03-25T02:47:21

This week Mike and Dan explore the world of social media and the impacts of the corona virus on the miniature painting community. We have an excellent interview with Dave Taylor, one of the admi...

A Mini Painter in Headlights: Gundam Style from 2020-03-18T14:24:30

This week Mike's painting journey takes a turn down the road of Gundams. This is part 1 of a miniseries and is all about what a Gundam is and the building process. Join us as we keep moving towa...

Episode 4: All Thrilla No Filla from 2020-03-10T12:49:11

This week we get right down to business. We have an interview with the one and only Sam Lenz. We are so appreciative that he took the time to share some of his painting journey with us. Follow h...

Mini Episode 3: Review of the Richmond IPMS Old Dominion Open from 2020-03-06T07:14:08

Sorry we're late! Life sometimes gets in the way of podcasting. This week Mike and Dan both went to the Richmond International Plastic Modelers Society's Old Dominion Open. We had a great time ...

Episode 3: The Struggle is Real from 2020-02-25T20:15:45

In this week's installment we discuss the challenges that painters and gamers face as well as have an incredible conversation with award winning and freelance artist Michael Proctor of Clever Cr...

Mini Episode 2: Review of Young Miniatures RAF Bomber Command WWII Bust from 2020-02-20T15:27:57

Today I review the Young Miniatures RAF Bomber Command WWII Bust that I received from my lovely wife for Christmas this past year. It's an incredible and challenging piece that I look forward to...

Special Epiisode: Interview with CK Studios Caleb and Kat from 2020-02-18T17:22:26

This week we have a very special interview. We met in blending class taught by CK Studios 4 years ago. It's our pleasure and privilege to get to talk to Caleb and Kat and get to know more about ...

Episode 2: What has Changed from 2020-02-11T16:02:54

This week we talk about what has changed in the hobby over the course of the past 20 plus years. We also have an excellent interview with none other than Uncle Atom from Tabletop Minions. You ca...

Mini Episode 1: Review of L'esclave Blanche by Golem Miniatures from 2020-02-04T19:45:35

In our first unsolicited review we take a look at an 80mm resin model from Golem Miniatures Les Muses line. If you're looking to become a better, braver, and happier painter by practicing painti...

Episode 1: Better, Braver, Happier from 2020-01-28T21:26:38

This week we discuss the show's motto of becoming a Better, Braver, and Happier Painter. We'll talk about some new things going on in the world of miniature painting and we have an excellent int...