Trapped Under Plastic

By Scott & Jon

What's Trapped Under Plastic about?

Do you enjoy mini painting, sprue clipping and the smell of super glue? Then pull up a chair and join Scott and Jon as they delve into everything hobby and find themselves Trapped Under Plastic!

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Trapped Under Plastic episodes:

05.14.2024
Wise Hobby Wizard Teaches Us His Ways
On this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Scott and Jon are reunited with Don Haney! The boys have again been graced by the wisdom of Don. Support the Show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trappedunderplastic Support the Show with Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/trapped-under-plastic Follow Jon: https://www.youtube.com/ninjon Follow Scott:...
05.04.2024
Designing NEW Games with our #1 Fan Black Magic Craft!
In this week's episode, Jeremy from @BlackMagicCraftOfficial is joining us to discuss YouTube and his new game, Idols of Torment! Support the Show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trappedunderplastic Support the Show with Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/trapped-under-plastic Follow Jon: https://www.youtube.com/ninjon Follow Scott: https://www.youtube.com/miniac Join the FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/395664561386239/ Listen...
04.15.2024
We got a WINNER!!
On this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Scott and Jon discuss their experiences at this years Adepticon. As well as Jon winning his first GOLDEN DEMON!! Support the Show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trappedunderplastic Support the Show with Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/trapped-under-plastic Follow Jon: https://www.youtube.com/ninjon Follow Scott:...
04.01.2024
TUP Live Adepticon 2024 ft. Vince Venturella
On this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Scott and Jon are live at Adepticon 2024! With a live audience asking the hard hitting questions, but in a fun way. Support the Show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trappedunderplastic Support the Show with Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/trapped-under-plastic Follow...
03.18.2024
What it Takes to Run a MASSIVE Game Store
What does it take to be the manager of a massive game store? Join Scott, Jon, and manager of their local game store, Dan Malson as we ask him questions about the day to day operations of running The Source...
03.04.2024
What ACTUALLY Excites You in the Hobby? - S5E4
Get 4 MONTHS FREE of Nord VPN: https://www.nordvpn.com/TUP On this week's episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Jon and Scott discuss some of the hobby that they are each excited about. They, also take a moment to talk about major...
02.19.2024
Monument Hobbies Spills the Paint Secrets - S5E3
On this week's episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Jon and Scott talk with Jason Craze from Monument Hobbies. They discuss, starting a hobby company from the GROUND UP! On Patreon, we offer our patron's the ability to submit topics for us...
02.05.2024
Don't Fail Before You Start - S5E2
On this week's episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Jon and Scott talk about how to plan for success but not be intimidated by expectation. On Patreon, we offer our patron's the ability to submit topics for us to discuss during a...
01.22.2024
2024: Best Hobby Year EVER? Or Will We Fail??? - S5E1
Get 4 MONTHS FREE of Nord VPN: https://www.nordvpn.com/TUP On this week's episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Jon and Scott talk about last years highlights, development and looking at the new year. On Patreon, we offer our patron's the ability to submit topics...
12.25.2023
Traveling 800 Miles to Sit in a Nerdy Basement - S4E25
On this week's episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Jon and Scott talk about Jon's Trip to Vinceycon to work on his Golden Daemon Project and more. On Patreon, we offer our patron's the ability to submit topics for us...
12.11.2023
Better Tools? or the News! -S4E24
On this week's episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Jon and Scott talk about various products and other general news in the hobby. As well as, Jon showing off a cool new toy that he will be using in future episodes...
11.27.2023
Can European Masters Teach Us How to Paint? - S4E23
On this week's episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Jon and Scott talk about Scott's Trip to Germany to have a private coaching with Roman Lappat. As well as, their trip to the renown Monte San Savino Miniature Show, and some...
11.13.2023
No Such Thing As Professional Mini Painters? - S4E22
On this week's episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Jon and Scott answer some hard hitting questions from one of our Patrons, about Professional Mini Painting and some of the answers may surprise you! Support the Show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trappedunderplastic Support the Show...
10.30.2023
Running a Game Store: Living the Dream or HELL? ft. Broadsword Wargaming | S4E21
On this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Jon and Scott host Ollie and Ciara from Broadsword Wargaming! Let's learn the good, the bad, and the ugly of running a gaming store! Broadsword Wargaming: https://www.youtube.com/@BroadswordWargaming Ravaged Star Kickstarter:https://gamefound.com/en/projects/miniwargaming/ravaged-star-tabletop-miniature-wargame#/section/rewards/reward-product-44627 Tenfold Dungeon...
10.16.2023
Practice DOESN'T Make Perfect in Mini Painting - S4E20
On this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Jon and Scott answer some hard hitting questions from our Patrons, and some of the answers may surprise you! Support the Show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trappedunderplastic Support the Show with Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/trapped-under-plastic Follow Jon: https://www.youtube.com/ninjon Follow Scott:...
09.21.2023
Is NOVA Better Than Adepticon?!
Thank you to Titan's Terrain for sponsoring this epsiode of Trapped Under Plastic! Check them out in the link below! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tabletoptitans/titans-terrain-series-2 On this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Jon discusses his adventures at NOVA Open! Meanwhile, Scott went to New York...
09.04.2023
Rules STICKLERS In Gaming & Painting?! l S4E19
On this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Jon and Scott discuss how gamers and painters can be sticklers for rules, and what are the pros and cons of it! Support the Show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trappedunderplastic Support the Show with Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/trapped-under-plastic Follow...
09.04.2023
Why Can't We Get Along?!
On this episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Scott and Jon discuss why are the mainstream miniature or skirmish games competitive instead of cooperative, and is there room for growth in the cooperative space? Support the Show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trappedunderplastic Support the Show...
08.21.2023
Tips, Tricks, & Truth!
On this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Scott and Jon take questions from out patrons. They both give their opinions, advice, and wisdom into parts of the hobby. Support the Show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trappedunderplastic Support the Show with Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/trapped-under-plastic Follow Jon:...
08.07.2023
It's Our 100TH EPISODE!!
Thank you to Frontier Wargaming for sponsoring this weeks episode! Go check them out in the links below! https://frontierwargaming.com/ https://frontierwargaming.com/product/custom-portable-paint-station-deposit/ It's our 100th Episode of Trapped Under Plastic! Scott and Jon go head to head in a Jeopardy style trivia game! Support the Show...
07.24.2023
The BEST Parts of The Hobby?
Thank you to Cobalt Keep for sponsoring this weeks episode! Check them out in the links below! https://www.cobaltkeep.com/ https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/cobaltkeep/expandable-hobby-and-paint-rack-with-modular-shelves On this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Scott and Jon discuss the most important parts of the hobby, and what drives them in...
07.10.2023
Will this Old Media Replace YouTube?
On this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Scott and Jon discuss if they made a magazine for the hobby what would be in it. Support the Show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trappedunderplastic Support the Show with Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/trapped-under-plastic Follow Jon: https://www.youtube.com/ninjon Follow Scott: https://www.youtube.com/miniac Join the...
06.26.2023
Repaint our Armies?!
Thank you to Dragon Trappers Lodge for sponsoring this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic! Check them out in the links below! https://www.patreon.com/dragontrapperslodge https://www.myminifactory.com/users/DragonTrappersLodge?show=tribe On this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Scott and Jon critique their own paint jobs and discuss how...
06.12.2023
The Future of TUP and Our Channels!
On this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Scott and Jon discuss the future of TUP and their individual channels. The ups, the downs, and the goals they have for their careers on YouTube. Support the Show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trappedunderplastic Support the...
05.29.2023
SWEDISH INVASION!! ft. 52 Miniatures
On this week's episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Scott and Jon are joined by special guest Alex from 52 Miniatures! They discuss Alex's journey into the miniature hobby and his experiences as a YouTuber. Support the Show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trappedunderplastic Support the...
05.15.2023
Are You a PAULY? Painting Profiles DISCUSSED!
Dragon Trapper's Lodge Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/dragontrapperslodge Dragon Trapper's Lodge MMF: https://www.myminifactory.com/users/DragonTrappersLodge Scott and Jon discuss typical psychographic profiles found in miniature painting. Support the Show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trappedunderplastic Support the Show with Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/trapped-under-plastic Follow Jon: https://www.youtube.com/ninjon Follow Scott: https://www.youtube.com/miniac Join the FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/395664561386239/ Listen to the audio...
05.01.2023
TTRPGs VS. Mini War Games - Which is Best?!
Thank you to Gamer's Grass for Sponsoring this weeks episode! Check them out in the link below! https://gamersgrass.com/ On this week's episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Scott and Jon go head to head. Which is the best, TTRPGs or Miniature War Games? Support...
04.17.2023
Our Adepticon Adventures!
On this week's episode of Tapped Under Plastic, Scott and Jon discuss their expereinces at Adepticon. All the games they played, Golden Demon, buying new minis, and shenanigans! Support the Show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trappedunderplastic Support the Show with Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/trapped-under-plastic Follow Jon: https://www.youtube.com/ninjon Follow...
04.03.2023
Live @ ADEPTICON (ft. Sam Lenz)
Thank you to Bombshell Miniatures for sponsoring this weeks episode! Check them out in the links below! Coupon code for 10% for Goodie PeePees - GOODYPPS23 https://bombshellminis.com/ https://www.myminifactory.com/users/BombshellMinis https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bombshellminis/counterblast-for-savage-worlds-rpg https://bombshellminis.com/counterblast-jumpstart-pdf/ On this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Scott and Jon are live at Adepticon! Hanging...
03.20.2023
Pre-Amble Ramble: THE MOVIE
Thank you to The Forge for sponsoring this episode! Check them out in the links below! https://www.theforgemn.com/ https://www.facebook.com/TheForgeMn/ https://www.instagram.com/theforgemn/?hl=en On this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Scott and Jon ramble on and on and on... It's the RAMBLESODE! Support the Show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trappedunderplastic Support...
03.06.2023
Why Aren't There More BIG War Games?
Thank you to Lazy Squire Games for sponsoring this weeks episode! Go check out their new game Legend of Keepers in the link below! https://miniac.info/Legend-Keepers-TUP On this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Scott and Jon discuss what makes a good table...
02.20.2023
Adventures in Vegas!
On this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Scott and Jon discuss their experience and journey to LVO! Support the Show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trappedunderplastic Support the Show with Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/trapped-under-plastic Follow Jon: https://www.youtube.com/ninjon Follow Scott: https://www.youtube.com/miniac Join the FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/395664561386239/ Listen to the audio versons:...
02.06.2023
LIVE at LAS VEGAS OPEN!
Thank you to Broken Anvil for sponsoring this weeks episode! Check them out in the links below! Broken Anvil: https://www.brokenanvilminis.com/ Arkhan the Cruel: https://www.brokenanvilminis.com/products/arkhan-the-cruel Forged: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bamdungeondelvers/forged-adventure-series-1 Broken Anvil Monthly: https://www.patreon.com/brokenanvil On this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Scott and Jon head to Vegas for LVO! We had a...
01.23.2023
New Year, New Us?
The Season 4 Premiere! On this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Scott and Jon discuss their personal and professional goals for 2023. Support the Show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trappedunderplastic Support the Show with Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/trapped-under-plastic Follow Jon: https://www.youtube.com/ninjon Follow Scott: https://www.youtube.com/miniac Join the FB group:...
12.26.2022
Hobbying for 72 HOURS Straight!
Thank you to this weeks sponsor Broken Anvil Miniatures! Go check them out in the following links! https://www.brokenanvilminis.com/ https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/bamdungeondelvers/forged-adventure-series-1/posts It's the Season 3 Finale of Trapped Under Plastic! Scott and Jon went to VincyCon and reflect back on 2022. Support the Show on Patreon:...
12.12.2022
Where is 3D Printing NOW??
Thank you to Gamers Grass for sponsoring this weeks episode! Go check them out in the links below! https://gamersgrass.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/GamersGrass?app=desktop On this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Scott and Jon their experiences with using 3D Printers and the promising future of the...
11.28.2022
What if Miniature Painters were Rockstars?
Broken Anvil's Forged Kickstarter: https://miniac.info/TUP-Forged Mantic's TerrainCrate 3 Kickstarter: https://miniac.info/TUP-Mantic Thank you to this episode's sponsors! In this episode, Scott and Jon discuss what it would be like if miniature painters were rockstars and had ridiculous demands! Support the Show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trappedunderplastic Support the...
11.14.2022
Are There TOO MANY Hobby YouTubers??
Thank you to Frontier Wargaming! Get $10 off your $100 or more purchase with code TUP2022 on their webstore: https://miniac.info/TUP-FrontierWargaming Also thank you to Puppetswar.eu! Check out their Patreon here: https://miniac.info/TUP-PWPATREON and their webstore: https://miniac.info/TUPPUPPETSWAR On today's episode, Scott and Jon discuss...
10.31.2022
Is Getting GOOD Actually BAD?!
Thank you to this episode's sponsors: Broken Anvil Miniatures! Find their new webstore where you can get 35% off with code "35OFF-TUPFAM" here: https://miniac.info/TUP-BA Thank you also to Goblin Hut! Use code "TUP10" to get 10% off your purchase on their...
10.17.2022
Best Golden Demon EVER?
Thank you to Cobalt Keep for sponsoring this weeks epsiode of Trapped Under Plastic! Go check them out in the link below! https://miniac.info/tup-cobaltkeep In this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Scott and Jon look at the minis featured in Golden Demon...
10.03.2022
Our Painting Bucket Lists!
Thank you to both Masterwork Miniature and Black Magic Craft for sponsoring this weeks episode! Check out their links below! Masterwork Miniatures: https://www.etsy.com/shop/MasterworkMiniature?page=1#items Black Magic Craft - Idols of Torment: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/blackmagiccraft/idols-of-torment?ref=9dscya&token;=163605cb Our Painting Bucket Lists! On this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Scott and Jon...
09.19.2022
ART Makes Games ft. @Tabletop Minions!
Thank you to both Black Magic Craft and Scenic Play for sponsoring this weeks episode! Check out their Kickstarter's in the links below! Idols of Torment by Black Magic Craft: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/blackmagiccraft/idols-of-torment?ref=9dscya&token;=163605cb The Old Keep by Scenic Play: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/scenicplay/the-old-keep On this weeks episode of Trapped Under...
09.05.2022
Learning the Secrets to Game Design feat. VINCE VENTURELLA!
Thank you to both Broken Anvil and Warzone Studio for sponsoring this weeks episode! Broken Anvil: https://www.patreon.com/brokenanvil Warzone Studio: https://warzonestudio.com/ This weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic we have a special guest... VINCE VENTURELLA!! Vince breaks down game design and his own experience with creating...
08.22.2022
Overcoming Painter’s Block
Thank you to both Terrible Kids Stuff and Epic Basing for sponsoring this weeks episode! Terrible Kids Stuff - The Secret of Green Piece: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/emvicreative/the-secret-of-green-piece?ref=android_project_share Epic Basing: https://epicbasing.com/ On this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic... Scott and Jon talk about how they deal with...
08.08.2022
LORE...Is it important for the hobby?
Thank you to Broken Anvil for Sponsoring this weeks episode! https://www.brokenanvilminis.com/ https://www.patreon.com/brokenanvil On this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic, another triple discussion! Does Lore enhance the experience of a game? Or is it just a lot of unnecessary fluff? Sit back, relax,...
07.25.2022
What's the BEST Army to Paint?
Minis Monthly: https://bit.ly/TUP-minismonthly Thanks for sponsoring this episode! In this weeks episode, Scott and Jon discuss their favorite armies of 40K and Age of Sigmar. Plus two bonus topics! It's a triple threat of goodness on Trapped Under Plastic! Support the Show on...
07.11.2022
Planning BIG Dioramas
In this weeks episode of Trapped Under Plastic, Scott and Jon discuss their step by step processes on building dioramas. They both give their tips and tricks, as well as their cautionary pitfalls to avoid. Sit back, relax and enjoy...
06.27.2022
Does Color Theory Even Matter??
Check out Adventurer's of Inneath: https://bit.ly/TUP-Adventurers-of-Inneath Thanks, Durgin Paint Forge! In this episode, Scott and Jon debate the merits anmmd pitfalls of using color theory as a tool for your mini painting. Support the Show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trappedunderplastic Support the Show with Merch: https://teespring.com/stores/trapped-under-plastic Follow...
06.13.2022
What Would a Minipainting Gameshow Look Like?
Thanks to Broken Anvil for sponsoring this episode! Check out Broken Anvil Monthly and Rivenstone linked below. www.patreon.com/brokenanvil www.rivenstonegame.com In this episode we discuss what a hypothetical miniature painting themed game show would look like. Support the Show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trappedunderplastic Support the Show with...
05.30.2022
Our trip to the UK
Check out Arora Age of Desolation: https://bit.ly/TUP-Ghostfire Thanks for sponsoring this episode, Ghostfire Gaming! In this episode Scott and Jon discuss their trip to the UK, read letters from their fans, and show off their new set. Support the Show on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/trappedunderplastic Support...

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Trapped Under Plastic episodes:

Wise Hobby Wizard Teaches Us His Ways

Designing NEW Games with our #1 Fan Black Magic Craft!

We got a WINNER!!

TUP Live Adepticon 2024 ft. Vince Venturella

What it Takes to Run a MASSIVE Game Store

What ACTUALLY Excites You in the Hobby? - S5E4

Monument Hobbies Spills the Paint Secrets - S5E3

Don't Fail Before You Start - S5E2

2024: Best Hobby Year EVER? Or Will We Fail??? - S5E1

Traveling 800 Miles to Sit in a Nerdy Basement - S4E25

Better Tools? or the News! -S4E24

Can European Masters Teach Us How to Paint? - S4E23

No Such Thing As Professional Mini Painters? - S4E22

Running a Game Store: Living the Dream or HELL? ft. Broadsword Wargaming | S4E21

Practice DOESN'T Make Perfect in Mini Painting - S4E20

Is NOVA Better Than Adepticon?!

Rules STICKLERS In Gaming & Painting?! l S4E19

Why Can't We Get Along?!

Tips, Tricks, & Truth!

It's Our 100TH EPISODE!!

The BEST Parts of The Hobby?

Will this Old Media Replace YouTube?

Repaint our Armies?!

The Future of TUP and Our Channels!

SWEDISH INVASION!! ft. 52 Miniatures

Are You a PAULY? Painting Profiles DISCUSSED!

TTRPGs VS. Mini War Games - Which is Best?!

Our Adepticon Adventures!

Live @ ADEPTICON (ft. Sam Lenz)

Pre-Amble Ramble: THE MOVIE

Why Aren't There More BIG War Games?

Adventures in Vegas!

LIVE at LAS VEGAS OPEN!

New Year, New Us?

Hobbying for 72 HOURS Straight!

Where is 3D Printing NOW??

What if Miniature Painters were Rockstars?

Are There TOO MANY Hobby YouTubers??

Is Getting GOOD Actually BAD?!

Best Golden Demon EVER?

Our Painting Bucket Lists!

ART Makes Games ft. @Tabletop Minions!

Learning the Secrets to Game Design feat. VINCE VENTURELLA!

Overcoming Painter’s Block

LORE...Is it important for the hobby?

What's the BEST Army to Paint?

Planning BIG Dioramas

Does Color Theory Even Matter??

What Would a Minipainting Gameshow Look Like?

Our trip to the UK

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