Shows
Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #205: Layout Updates & General Bench Talk!This week's episode is packed with exciting updates from our world of model railroading and model building. We dive deep into the latest transformations of our layout. Brett's been hard at work adding hills, planning a serene "wooded" area, revamping the wharf, and developing the intricate downtown/city section.
Then, we check in with Todd on his epic, never-ending train station project. He shares his recent progress and discusses the details of his latest modeling endeavors. Plus, Todd recounts his experiences at the Great Scale Model Train and Railroad Collectors Show, sharing insights and highlights from this...2025-02-081h 21Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #202: Merry Christmas & Happy Holidays!This week we talk about the difference between going 50%, 90% or 100% on a model kit build, what it takes and doesn’t take to make a kit more realistic. Todd’s example is how he built the Merchant’s Row II kit to look almost real as if you were walking down the sidewalk in front of that building.
Then we talk about the monstrous train station that Todd is building along with the Merchant’s Row I kit that Brett has started!
We wrap up the week talking about some plans for the bac...2024-12-241h 13Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #199: Todd's busting out the 1:87 work again!We're one away from 200! And Todd's busting out the 1:87 scale again on his workbench as we are looking to make some major progress in the coming weeks on the layout. We've got a lot planned for the next episode, but enjoy this week's as we ramble on in our typical fashion!
2024-10-291h 18Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #196: Todd's Hand-Painting Signage, Brett's Wharf Work & New Soda Flavor?The new Roast My Build Facebook group which is already at 46 member. Join now for some model build roasting!
Brett gives his update on the new Coke Zero Oreo Limited Edition - it’s awful
Todd talks about applying paper signs to his 1/35 scale diorama and how the paper edges look unless you work to sand down those visible edges, so to avoid them he took the step to paint them on the side of his building!
Brett will also be going live this week on Facebook and Y...2024-09-171h 03Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #195: Progress, Shelf Queens, and UV Resin RantsIn this episode of the Bench Time Podcast, Todd and Brett dive into another week of modeling, griping, and a few laughs along the way. Here's what we cover:
Westboro Sandhouse Progress: Brett shares his latest updates on the ongoing Westboro Sandhouse project. What’s coming together? What’s been a challenge? Get the latest scoop on this long-term build.
Reference Photos for Old Models: We discuss the importance of using reference photos when building older models. How do you find the right photos? And how do you use them to bring y...2024-09-011h 18Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #192: Updates on the Diorama & The Great Hat GripeTodd gives us a bunch of updates, gripes, and tips as Brett works to kickstart working again after a long vacation the past 10 days. In addition to Todd's updates on the French Cafe diorama, he also talks about a creative and innovative modeling technique that he used to turn an error or mis-casting on a diorama figure into a really awesome looking hat for the lady outside the cafe! This ties into what we talk about with getting creative and being true modelers!
Brett is also currently working on editing up two new YouTube videos, s...2024-08-031h 16Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #191: New FB Live's this week, Westboro Sandhouse, and Diorama UpdatesThis week's episode felt more like old times! We figured it would take a few episodes to get back into the swing of things, but damn this week was a ton of fun. Brett and Todd give us an update on the new "E" layout because it finally has all of the bench work completed and is ready to begin working UP from the base now.
Then Brett gives us a quick update on the status of his new build, which he spent some time this past Monday night showing his work on during a Facebook/YouTube...2024-07-131h 39
The Free KickEpisode 307 - Stopping The BleedingThe Philadelphia Union stop the bleeding for now with their 0-0 draw with New York Red Bulls, making that the first clean sheet for the Union in eight games. Todd discusses the latest news in MLS that includes: Atlanta United sell Caleb Wiley to Chelsea, BJ Callaghan officially to Nashville SC, and Nathan Harriel and Jack McGlynn selected for the olympics with USA! Todd also gives his thought's on Saturday's game against Red Bulls and discusses: Jack McGlynn's best position, Union lucky to not concede to Red Bulls late on, Andrew Rick's strong performance, Damion Lowe brings a spark...2024-07-0959 minWiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #188: Let's Get Building! The Long Awaited Return and RebootHey Fine Scale Freaks! Guess what? Todd and Brett Wiley are back at the bench, and we couldn't be more excited! It's been over a year since our last episode, and boy, do we have some catching up to do.
So, here's the scoop: we've been through a lot – layout teardown, house demolition, building a new home, and finally moving back in. Now that the dust has settled, Brett is ready to dive back into the bench, and we’re both gearing up to piece together a brand new, much larger, and way improved layout.
In t...2024-05-141h 11
The Real Bitch of Bravo Podcast with Ji Hae WileyI Love Me Some Whoop It Up Vicki & ONLY Some Whoop It Up VickiRHOC gets the re-cap of a lifetime with the Real Bitch of Bravo, Ken Todd is in trouble and wonders never cease I am still loving Vicki Gunvalson, so far this season.
Do not forget to follow or subscribe to The Real Bitch of Bravo Podcast everywhere you get your podcasts. And follow us on all of our social media outlets.
Music Credit:
Savage by Megan Thee Stallion
Bitch Better Have My Money by Rhianna
Social Media Outlets:
Instagram: @the_real_bitch_of_bravo @jihae_jho_wiley
@sand...2023-08-0549 min
An Educated GuestS2 E12 | Closing the Opportunity Divide - with Gerald ChertavianHow do you build skills and cause proven, sustained wage gains for young adults in the US? Just ask Gerald Chertavian, founder and CEO of the youth workforce development non-profit, Year Up.
Tune into this episode of An Educated Guest and join Gerald and host Todd Zipper, Executive Vice President and GM at Wiley, to learn how Year Up is closing the Opportunity Divide, returning $2.46 to society for every $1 invested in the organization, and teaching employers how to implement inclusive, skills-based hiring.
Key Takeaways:
Year Up’s leadership in operationalizing emergent talent at scale by combining workforce and youth development
How the...2023-06-2749 min
An Educated GuestS2 E11 | Serving Equitable Learning for Life - with Michelle Marks What does it mean to be an equity-serving institution? And how can universities actually serve learners for life? Michelle Marks, Chancellor of the University of Colorado, Denver (CU Denver), sheds light on these topics in the quest to redefine the public, urban research institution. On this episode of An Educated Guest, hosted by Todd Zipper, EVP and GM at Wiley, Todd and Michelle explore CU Denver’s ambitious strategic goals to equitably serve a diverse population of students for life. Key Takeaways: How CU Denver is redefining the public urban research institution The impact of CU Denver partnering with Apple an...2023-05-0940 minAn Educated GuestS2 E11 | Serving Equitable Learning for Life - with Michelle MarksWhat does it mean to be an equity-serving institution? And how can universities actually serve learners for life?
Michelle Marks, Chancellor of the University of Colorado, Denver (CU Denver), sheds light on these topics in the quest to redefine the public, urban research institution. On this episode of An Educated Guest, hosted by Todd Zipper, EVP and GM at Wiley, Todd and Michelle explore CU Denver’s ambitious strategic goals to equitably serve a diverse population of students for life.
Key Takeaways:
How CU Denver is redefining the public urban research institution
The impact of CU Denver partnering with Apple an...2023-05-0940 minAn Educated GuestS2 E10 | Student Centricity from CBE to ChatGPT - with Dr. Gregory FowlerTo value student centricity is easy. But to prove these values are actualized in student outcomes bears asking, “How do we really know we do what we say we do?”
This is one among many spirited insights from guest Dr. Gregory Fowler, President of the University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC), in this episode of An Educated Guest. Dr. Fowler and host Todd Zipper, Executive Vice President and GM at Wiley, discuss a wide range of topics in career-connected education, such as the true implications of student centricity, how to meaningfully surface skills through lifelong learning, and the broader implications of A...2023-04-1158 minAn Educated GuestS2 E9 | Skill-Building for a New Economy — with Josh Bersin Power skills. Capability academies. Learning in the flow of work. Cutting-edge concepts will redefine how higher ed and corporations innovate learning. And one HR guru is leading the charge: Josh Bersin. In this episode of An Educated Guest, Todd Zipper, Executive Vice President and GM at Wiley, welcomes Josh Bersin, founder and CEO of The Josh Bersin Company. Todd and Josh explore new frontiers in skill- and capability-building that higher ed institutions and employers need to future-proof themselves. Key Takeaways: Why all businesses have a skills gap and how the evolution of business is making it worse Why “power skills” are the most e...2023-03-1453 minAn Educated GuestS2 E9 | Skill-Building for a New Economy — with Josh BersinPower skills. Capability academies. Learning in the flow of work. Cutting-edge concepts will redefine how higher ed and corporations innovate learning. And one HR guru is leading the charge: Josh Bersin.
In this episode of An Educated Guest, Todd Zipper, Executive Vice President and GM at Wiley, welcomes Josh Bersin, founder and CEO of The Josh Bersin Company. Todd and Josh explore new frontiers in skill- and capability-building that higher ed institutions and employers need to future-proof themselves.
Key Takeaways:
Why all businesses have a skills gap and how the evolution of business is making it worse
Why “power skills” are the most e...2023-03-1453 minAn Educated GuestS2 E8 | Disrupting the Elite Degree — with Greg ShoveGreg Shove made it his mission to provide learners with the value of an elite business degree at a fraction of the cost. But how did this big idea become a reality?
In this episode of An Educated Guest, Todd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Greg Shove, CEO of Section4. They discuss how Greg and founder, Scott Galloway, are making elite business education more relevant, accessible, and affordable to all.
Key takeaways:
How Section4 brought key features of in-person learning online at scale
How the company aims to disrupt the business school market thro...2023-02-1438 minWiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #183: Todd’s Canyon Fears, Snow in Water, Glue Talk, and an Eagle NightmareThis week, Brett talks about his holiday week off and a visit to NYC and American Girl Doll store.... We also cover some measuring mess-ups (or was it), Todd's canyon fears, adding fine snow from woodland scenics to the white water of a waterfall, some more glue talk, and Todd's mishap with his fine scale eagle.
2023-01-151h 50An Educated GuestS2 E7 | Funding Equitable Student Success — with Patrick Methvin How can higher ed ensure everyone has the opportunity to live a healthy and productive life? That’s precisely the question The Gates Foundation seeks to answer through its US Program in Postsecondary Success.In this episode of An Educated Guest, Todd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Patrick Methvin, Director of Postsecondary Success at The Gates Foundation. Todd and Patrick discuss the role of philanthropy in higher ed and how the postsecondary sector can help fulfill the promise of economic mobility for all, regardless of race, gender, or family income. Key Takeaways:The Ga...2023-01-1051 minAn Educated GuestS2 E7 | Funding Equitable Student Success — with Patrick MethvinHow can higher ed ensure everyone has the opportunity to live a healthy and productive life? That’s precisely the question The Gates Foundation seeks to answer through its US Program in Postsecondary Success.
In this episode of An Educated Guest, Todd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Patrick Methvin, Director of Postsecondary Success at The Gates Foundation. Todd and Patrick discuss the role of philanthropy in higher ed and how the postsecondary sector can help fulfill the promise of economic mobility for all, regardless of race, gender, or family income.
Key Takeaways:
The Ga...2023-01-1051 minAn Educated GuestS2 E6 | Empowering Career Choice – with Tammy Thieman “The next step is not your last.” That’s why Amazon is focused on creating new paths to career success with the Career Choice program. In this episode of An Educated Guest, Todd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Tammy Thieman, Global Program Director of Amazon Career Choice. Todd and Tammy explore how Amazon is providing a workplace where employees can advance their careers through access to “industry-busting” education providers and skills training. Key Takeaways: How Amazon Career Choice created a 45% enrollment increase in the first six months of 2022 How Career Choice helps employees be good cons...2022-12-1332 minAn Educated GuestS2 E6 | Empowering Career Choice – with Tammy Thieman“The next step is not your last.” That’s why Amazon is focused on creating new paths to career success with the Career Choice program.
In this episode of An Educated Guest, Todd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Tammy Thieman, Global Program Director of Amazon Career Choice. Todd and Tammy explore how Amazon is providing a workplace where employees can advance their careers through access to “industry-busting” education providers and skills training.
Key Takeaways:
How Amazon Career Choice created a 45% enrollment increase in the first six months of 2022
How Career Choice helps employees be good cons...2022-12-1332 minAn Educated GuestS2 E5 | Innovating Through Failure – with Dr. Bridget BurnsHigher ed was never designed around students. But Dr. Bridget Burns is determined to disrupt that.
In this episode of An Educated Guest, Todd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Dr. Bridget Burns, Founder and CEO of the University Innovation Alliance (UIA). Together, they explore how empathy, design thinking, accessible data, trusting each other to fail, and the UIA’s six policy areas have innovated scalable solutions for student success.
Key Takeaways:
• Why tools like predictive analytics and proactive advising are fundamental to diagnosing students’ problems and providing immediate support
• How chatbots can resolve students...2022-11-1549 minWiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #180: Halloween & Model Building Fun!We covered a VERY wide range of topics this week, starting with some Halloween fun, updates on what Brett & Todd have been working on, and some plaster tips from Todd!
Vote for Brett's Cocoa Puffs Pumpkin here: https://verberdentalgroup.com/poll/pumpkin-contest-2022/
2022-11-011h 32An Educated GuestS2 E4 | Traversing the Education-Workforce Continuum – with Rick TorresImagine a future where learners can instantly verify their skills, credentials, and employment. Thanks to the National Student Clearinghouse, this future is already becoming a reality.
In this episode of An Educated Guest, Todd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Rick Torres, President and CEO of the National Student Clearinghouse. They discuss topics such as the “K-20 to workforce continuum”, the top factors accelerating enrollment declines, and how a “point of no return” now requires higher ed to pivot for good.
Key Takeaways:
How the Clearinghouse is evolving paper transcripts into a digital credentials wallet
...2022-10-1149 minAn Educated GuestS2 E3 | “Are We the Problem?” – with Dr. Tim Renick“Are we the problem?” This simple question would lead Dr. Tim Renick to leverage big data at scale and profoundly improve Georgia State University (GSU) students’ outcomes.
In this episode of An Educated Guest, Todd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Dr. Tim Renick, founding Executive Director of Georgia State University’s National Institute of Student Success (NISS). They explore how personalized approaches to data and technology have revolutionized student success, created equitable career outcomes for historically under-resourced learners, and increased revenue at GSU.
Key Takeaways:
• How GSU dramatically improved outcomes for low-income students and studen...2022-09-1357 minAn Educated GuestS2 E2 | From Search to Certificates – with Steven Butschi Google’s search bar gives power to the everyday learner. But now, Google is working to develop lifelong learners too. In this episode of An Educated Guest, Todd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Steven Butschi, Director of Education at Google Cloud. Todd and Steven discuss Google’s approach, partnerships, and advancements in the world of higher ed and careers. Key Takeaways: How Google is investing in an ecosystem of lifelong learning, from in-house certificates to traditional degree programs with partner universities How new employer-recognized certificate programs compare to typical MOOC courses Why a machine-le...2022-08-3040 minAn Educated GuestS2 E2 | From Search to Certificates – with Steven ButschiGoogle’s search bar gives power to the everyday learner. But now, Google is working to develop lifelong learners too.
In this episode of An Educated Guest, Todd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Steven Butschi, Director of Education at Google Cloud. Todd and Steven discuss Google’s approach, partnerships, and advancements in the world of higher ed and careers.
Key Takeaways:
How Google is investing in an ecosystem of lifelong learning, from in-house certificates to traditional degree programs with partner universities
How new employer-recognized certificate programs compare to typical MOOC courses
Why a machine-le...2022-08-3040 min
The Plaid Pilot Podcast: Aviation Training and MoreWiley Post: From the Farm to the StratosphereSend us a textWiley Post grew up moving from farm to farm around Texas and Oklahoma. He dropped out of school before high school and eventually spent time in prison. He would go on to set multiple aviation records and become the first person to fly a single engine airplane solo around the world. Greg Primus joins me to talk about his remarkable life.Guest Speaker: Greg Primus - IG: @aviationplusoneYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/AviationPlus/videosWiley Post Around the World Flight Map - http://storymaps.esri...2022-08-181h 04An Educated GuestS2 E1 | Boosting Employability with Competency-Based Education – with Marni Baker SteinWestern Governors University (WGU) is breaking the mold of traditional education. Discover how taking a student-centered approach can shape the future of higher ed and skills-based hiring practices.
In this episode of An Educated Guest, Todd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Marni Baker Stein, Provost and Chief Academic Officer, Western Governors University to discuss some of their top innovations.
Key Takeaways:
The impact of personalizing education around individual learners’ needs
How competency-based education translates into surfacing skills within the workplace
How WGU was inspired by health care to pioneer the Community of Care, a...2022-08-1645 minAn Educated GuestS1 E27 | Now Trending in Higher Ed – with Richard GarrettHow has higher ed trended this year? Just ask Richard Garrett. With nearly 25 years of experience in higher ed research, consulting, and policy, he has his finger on the pulse of postsecondary education’s current trends and future trajectory.
In this episode of An Educated Guest, Todd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Richard Garrett, Chief Research Officer of Eduventures to review his predictions for higher ed in 2022.
Key Takeaways:
How developments in alternative credentials and online learning at elite universities can shape the future of higher ed
The background of the “gainful” employment rule a...2022-06-211h 03An Educated GuestS1 E26 | The Higher Ed Beat – with Paul Fain Higher ed must serve the many, not the few. That’s why journalist, Paul Fain, covers outcome-focused, career-connected education for all. In this episode of An Educated Guest, Todd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes independent journalist, Paul Fain. Todd and Paul dive into some of the timeliest topics in higher ed, from big tech’s investments in credentials to the future of an equity-driven Carnegie classification system. Key Takeaways: How we can make non-degrees, alternative credentials, and apprenticeships more career-connected at scale for all How employers can do more for their employees in terms of car...2022-06-0750 minAn Educated GuestS1 E26 | The Higher Ed Beat – with Paul FainHigher ed must serve the many, not the few. That’s why journalist, Paul Fain, covers outcome-focused, career-connected education for all.
In this episode of An Educated Guest, Todd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes independent journalist, Paul Fain. Todd and Paul dive into some of the timeliest topics in higher ed, from big tech’s investments in credentials to the future of an equity-driven Carnegie classification system.
Key Takeaways:
How we can make non-degrees, alternative credentials, and apprenticeships more career-connected at scale for all
How employers can do more for their employees in terms of car...2022-06-0750 minAn Educated GuestS1 E25 | Expanding Accessibility to Career Oriented and Skill Based Learning – with Pierre Dubuc Todd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Pierre Dubuc, Co-founder & CEO of OpenClassrooms. Todd and Pierre discuss making higher ed more accessible with resources like OpenClassrooms, an online education platform that trains learners, places them in the workforce, and provides job-ready talent to employers. Topics Discussed: How OpenClassrooms plans to bridge the gap between higher ed and career by offering skills-based and practical curriculum The benefits of connecting learners with mentors and career coaches The opportunity for digital apprenticeships to solve the growing skills gap How upskilling and reskilling relate to workforce development and...2022-05-2445 minAn Educated GuestS1 E25 | Expanding Accessibility to Career Oriented and Skill Based Learning – with Pierre DubucTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Pierre Dubuc, Co-founder & CEO of OpenClassrooms. Todd and Pierre discuss making higher ed more accessible with resources like OpenClassrooms, an online education platform that trains learners, places them in the workforce, and provides job-ready talent to employers.
Topics Discussed:
How OpenClassrooms plans to bridge the gap between higher ed and career by offering skills-based and practical curriculum
The benefits of connecting learners with mentors and career coaches
The opportunity for digital apprenticeships to solve the growing skills gap
How upskilling and reskilling relate to workforce development and...2022-05-2445 minAn Educated GuestS1 E24 | Exploring the Economics of Higher Ed – with Richard Vedder Todd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Richard Vedder, Distinguished Professor of Economics Emeritus at Ohio University. In this episode, Todd and Richard discuss the current affordability crisis in higher ed, the idea of free college, and alternative ways for students to finance their education. Topics Discussed: Why college enrollments have declined in the past decade How the rise of student loans in the 1970s led to massive tuition increases and student debt Why prestigious universities continue to grow The impact of the free college movement The benefits of implementing a college exit exam...2022-05-1054 minAn Educated GuestS1 E24 | Exploring the Economics of Higher Ed – with Richard VedderTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Richard Vedder, Distinguished Professor of Economics Emeritus at Ohio University. In this episode, Todd and Richard discuss the current affordability crisis in higher ed, the idea of free college, and alternative ways for students to finance their education.
Topics Discussed:
Why college enrollments have declined in the past decade
How the rise of student loans in the 1970s led to massive tuition increases and student debt
Why prestigious universities continue to grow
The impact of the free college movement
The benefits of implementing a college exit exam...2022-05-1053 minAn Educated GuestS1 E23 | Developing Solutions that Connect Learning and Earning – with Sean GallagherTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Sean Gallagher, Founder and Executive Director of Northeastern University’s Center for the Future of Higher Education and Talent Strategy, and Executive Professor of Educational Policy. Todd and Sean discuss the changing higher ed landscape, including MOOCs, alternative credentials, and the skills gap.
Topics Discussed:
• How innovations are evolving the higher ed model during a transitional period
• Why the value chain of higher ed has gone from vertically integrated to a horizontal model
• Why employers are creating their own credentials and training programs and how they can partner...2022-04-2652 minAn Educated GuestS1 E23 | Developing Solutions that Connect Learning and Earning – with Sean Gallagher Todd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Sean Gallagher, Founder and Executive Director of Northeastern University’s Center for the Future of Higher Education and Talent Strategy, and Executive Professor of Educational Policy. Todd and Sean discuss the changing higher ed landscape, including MOOCs, alternative credentials, and the skills gap. Topics Discussed: •How innovations are evolving the higher ed model during a transitional period•Why the value chain of higher ed has gone from vertically integrated to a horizontal model •Why employers are creating their own credentials and training programs and how they can partner...2022-04-2652 minAn Educated GuestS1 E22 | Closing the Racial Gap in Tech with Alternative Education – with Reuben Ogbonna Todd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Reuben Ogbonna, Co-Founder and Executive Director of The Marcy Lab School. Todd and Reuben discuss alternative education and how it can help underrepresented high school students find tech opportunities without financial burden. Topics Discussed: The Marcy Lab School’s journey to becoming an impactful alternative education pathway The role technology plays in correcting challenges in society Why excellent pedagogy and 1:1 feedback prepares students for career success The profound impact of equipping Black and Brown students with language and learning that validates their lived experiences How to nurture and sc...2022-04-1245 minAn Educated GuestS1 E22 | Closing the Racial Gap in Tech with Alternative Education – with Reuben OgbonnaTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Reuben Ogbonna, Co-Founder and Executive Director of The Marcy Lab School. Todd and Reuben discuss alternative education and how it can help underrepresented high school students find tech opportunities without financial burden.
Topics Discussed:
The Marcy Lab School’s journey to becoming an impactful alternative education pathway
The role technology plays in correcting challenges in society
Why excellent pedagogy and 1:1 feedback prepares students for career success
The profound impact of equipping Black and Brown students with language and learning that validates their lived experiences
How to nurture and sc...2022-04-1245 minAn Educated GuestS1 E21 | Integrating Career Services into the College Experience – with Christine Cruzvergara Todd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Christine Cruzvergara, Chief Education Strategy Officer at Handshake. Todd and Christine discuss how higher ed can better integrate career services into the college student experience. Additionally, they expand on career readiness outcomes, the ways colleges can apply metrics to define student success, and the great resignation. Topics Discussed: How Handshake works with students, universities, and employers to help young professionals jump start their careers Why the democratization of hiring practices leads to a more diverse candidate pool The industries and roles that are seeing high growth rates The wa...2022-03-2946 minAn Educated GuestS1 E21 | Integrating Career Services into the College Experience – with Christine CruzvergaraTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Christine Cruzvergara, Chief Education Strategy Officer at Handshake. Todd and Christine discuss how higher ed can better integrate career services into the college student experience. Additionally, they expand on career readiness outcomes, the ways colleges can apply metrics to define student success, and the great resignation.
Topics Discussed:
How Handshake works with students, universities, and employers to help young professionals jump start their careers
Why the democratization of hiring practices leads to a more diverse candidate pool
The industries and roles that are seeing high growth rates
The wa...2022-03-2946 minAn Educated GuestS1 E20 | Embracing Second Chances: How Education Impacts Re-entry – with Ken Oliver & John KoufosTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Ken Oliver, Executive Director at Checkr.org and John Koufos, Executive Director at Taking Action for Good Foundation. Todd, Ken, and John dive into what works and what doesn’t for the justice involved community and how we can increase access to outcomes-driven education.
Topics Discussed:
Reimagining the re-entry experience for formerly incarcerated individuals through investments in housing, education, and job-readiness
The importance of transforming the prison system from one that punishes to one that reforms
How second chance hiring in corporate America can provide meaningful job op...2022-03-151h 00An Educated GuestS1 E20 | Embracing Second Chances: How Education Impacts Re-entry – with Ken Oliver & John Koufos Todd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Ken Oliver, Executive Director at Checkr.org and John Koufos, Executive Director at Taking Action for Good Foundation. Todd, Ken, and John dive into what works and what doesn’t for the justice involved community and how we can increase access to outcomes-driven education.Topics Discussed: Reimagining the re-entry experience for formerly incarcerated individuals through investments in housing, education, and job-readiness The importance of transforming the prison system from one that punishes to one that reforms How second chance hiring in corporate America can provide meaningful job op...2022-03-151h 00An Educated GuestS1 E19 | Healthcare Career Paths for the Modern Adult Learner – with Eric BingTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Eric Bing, Chancellor & CEO of The College of Health Care Professions (CHCP). Todd and Eric discuss CHCP’s stackable credentials model, the benefits of short-term, hands-on training, and program outcomes.
Topics Discussed:
The need for flexible reskilling and upskilling opportunities in healthcare
Why traditional colleges were not built for adult learners with busy lives
Why CHCP focuses on job placement over graduation
The results CHCP alumni are seeing upon program completion, including an average salary increase of $15,000
Guest Bio
Eric Bing is the Chancellor & CEO of The College of Healt...2022-03-0146 minAn Educated GuestS1 E19 | Healthcare Career Paths for the Modern Adult Learner – with Eric Bing Todd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Eric Bing, Chancellor & CEO of The College of Health Care Professions (CHCP). Todd and Eric discuss CHCP’s stackable credentials model, the benefits of short-term, hands-on training, and program outcomes.Topics Discussed: The need for flexible reskilling and upskilling opportunities in healthcare Why traditional colleges were not built for adult learners with busy lives Why CHCP focuses on job placement over graduation The results CHCP alumni are seeing upon program completion, including an average salary increase of $15,000 Guest Bio Eric Bing is the Chancellor & CEO of The College of Healt...2022-03-0146 minAn Educated GuestS1 E18 | Turning Learners into Explorers with Virtual Reality – with Lisa Flesher Todd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Lisa Flesher, Chief of Realm 4, Project Acceleration at Arizona State University (ASU). Todd and Lisa discuss the new Dreamscape Learn Pod, the Center for Education Through Exploration, and the amazing results ASU is seeing with high-quality virtual reality experiences.Topics Discussed: The five teaching and learning realms at ASU and how they support innovation The opportunity for virtual spaces to turn students into explorers How Hollywood and higher ed came together to create fully immersive edutainment The ways virtual reality can serve as a compliment to face-to-face learning How ASU’s corporate partnerships...2022-02-1533 minAn Educated GuestS1 E18 | Turning Learners into Explorers with Virtual Reality – with Lisa FlesherTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Lisa Flesher, Chief of Realm 4, Project Acceleration at Arizona State University (ASU). Todd and Lisa discuss the new Dreamscape Learn Pod, the Center for Education Through Exploration, and the amazing results ASU is seeing with high-quality virtual reality experiences.
Topics Discussed:
The five teaching and learning realms at ASU and how they support innovation
The opportunity for virtual spaces to turn students into explorers
How Hollywood and higher ed came together to create fully immersive edutainment
The ways virtual reality can serve as a compliment to face-to-face learning
How ASU’s corporate partnershi...2022-02-1533 minAn Educated GuestS1 E17 | Building Pathways to Better Wages for All – with Dr. Angela JacksonTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Dr. Angela Jackson, Managing Partner at New Profit. Todd and Angela discuss how New Profit is bringing the principles of venture capital into private sector philanthropy and how we can modernize the education to career system.
Topics Discussed:
Why students need access to good coaching so they can succeed in the corporate world
Why we should invest in proximate leaders who have lived the problems we need to fix
How the Future of Work Grand Challenge encourages innovators to solve current workforce challenges
The importance of outcomes-based...2022-02-0143 minAn Educated GuestS1 E16 | Taking a "No-Fear of Failure" Approach to Innovation – with Michael SorrellTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Michael Sorrell, President of Paul Quinn College. Todd and Michael discuss the unique ideas that revived Paul Quinn College and why it was important to transform the school into a work college.
Topics Discussed:
The need for higher ed to advocate for students in underserved communities
The innovations and successes of Paul Quinn College, including reducing student debt from $40,000 to $12,000
Why we should take an open-minded and no-fear of failure approach to drive innovation
How to build a brand through strategic partnerships
Guest Bio
Michael Sorrell is the longest serving President in the 148-year history of Paul Quinn Colleg...2022-01-1152 minAn Educated GuestS1 E15 | Designing Education Toward the Future of Work – with Kathleen deLaskiTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Kathleen deLaski, Founder and CEO of Education Design Lab. Todd and Kathleen discuss building new education pathways that better serve students.
Topics Discussed:
• The emergence of “the new majority learner”
• The biggest challenges of a skills-based economy
• The reason why only 17% of community college learners working towards a four-year degree attain it
• The benefits of the micropathway approach
• How the COVID-19 pandemic helped providers understand and meet the changing needs of learners
Guest Bio
Kathleen deLaski is the Founder and CEO of Education Design Lab, a non-profit that designs, tests, and imp...2021-12-0744 minAn Educated GuestS1 E14 | Improving Mental Health in Higher Ed – with Michael LondonTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Michael London, CEO of Uwill, a technology-based platform that connects students with experienced mental health professionals.
Todd and Michael discuss Uwill’s mission and how higher ed can continue to expand its mental health access for students in need.
Topics Discussed:
• How Uwill compliments campus-based resources to provide increased access to students requiring more flexibility
• The need for universities to understand and address the high percentage of students who are struggling and not seeking help
• The importance of providing mental health support as a central service
Guest Bio
Michae...2021-11-2350 minAn Educated GuestS1 E13 | Post-Pandemic Online Learning: A New Digital Revolution – with Bob UbellTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Bob Ubell, Vice Dean Emeritus of Online Learning at NYU’s Tandon School of Engineering & Senior Advisor to Stevens Institute of Technology. Todd and Bob discuss the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on online learning and the future of digital education.
Topics Discussed:
• The shift in attitude, from pre-pandemic to now, on the efficiency of online learning
• How online, digital education will be crucial for universities long-term
• How online learning is shifting from a faculty-centered learning model to an active learning model
• The need for university leadership to devote the...2021-11-0944 minAn Educated GuestS1 E12 | Affordable, Flexible, Outcome-based: A New Approach to Student Loans – with Tess MichaelsTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Tess Michaels, Founder and CEO of Stride Funding. As student debt rises, borrowers are looking for other ways to fund their higher education. Todd and Tess discuss the details of outcome-based funding options and what it means for borrowers.
Topics Discussed:
• The benefits of outcome-based funding options and how they rely on future cash flows and the ability to repay once employed
• How Stride is offering more than funding options; including academic, career, and mental health support to drive retention and positive outcomes for students
• Why the cost and value of educ...2021-10-2636 minAn Educated GuestS1 E11 | Redefining the University Experience – with Ben NelsonTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Ben Nelson, Founder and CEO of the Minerva Project and Minerva University. Todd and Ben discuss how Minerva is evolving higher ed and preparing students for a fulfilling, lifelong career. By offering challenging curriculum, global experiences, and top-notch career development, Minerva’s goal is to inform better leaders, smarter innovators, and more informed global citizens.
Topics Discussed:
• Why Minerva University is a reformer, not a disrupter
• How to leverage social and experiential learning to provide the best outcomes for students
• How courses and curriculum can build off each oth...2021-10-1254 minAn Educated GuestS1 E10 | Solving for the Top Challenges Facing Higher Ed – with Ted MitchellTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Ted Mitchell, President of the American Council on Education (ACE). Todd and Ted discuss what ACE is currently working on and how are they helping colleges and universities through innovation. Plus, Ted shares his thoughts on how higher education will evolve under the Biden administration.
Topics Discussed
• What to expect from the Biden Administration regarding affordability and accountability
• How the pandemic negatively impacted enrollment rates for adult learners
• The current student loan debt crisis and potential solutions to solve it
• The effect digital credentialing will have on higher ed
...2021-09-2836 minAn Educated GuestS1 E9 | Disrupting the Culinary Model: Taking Vocational Education Online – with Tracy LorenzTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Tracy Lorenz, CEO & President of Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts. Todd and Tracy discuss the benefits of online culinary and pastry arts classes. The Auguste Escoffier School of Culinary Arts is the only accredited institution in the United States to offer fully online diploma and degree programs with hands-on industry externships.
Topics Discussed:
• How Auguste Escoffier disrupted the culinary model and proved that effective vocational education can be delivered online
• Ways to create a 1:1 learning environment online, which is often cited by students as a reason for...2021-09-1348 minAn Educated GuestS1 E8 | Overcoming the Affordability and Employability Crisis in Higher Ed – with Ryan CraigTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Ryan Craig, Managing Director of Achieve Partners. Todd and Ryan discuss the crisis of affordability and employability in higher ed, along with higher ed's response to the COVID-19 pandemic and academic integrity.
Topics Discussed:
• The combination of student loan debt, lack of degree completion, and underemployment are a warning sign that higher ed isn’t working as it should
• How a shift in the labor market impacts the ability for many to get good first jobs
• The importance of teaching the skills that employers are looking for and fund...2021-08-3151 minAn Educated GuestS1 E7 | High Quality, Low Cost: Impact of a MOOC-based degree program – with Zvi GalilTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Zvi Galil, creator of the Online Master of Computer Science at the Georgia Institute of Technology’s College of Computing. Todd and Zvi discuss the launch of this program in 2014, which is regarded as the first affordable, fully online MOOC-based master’s degree in the United States. Zvi disputes the premises that we should be afraid of online, and that in-person teaching is superior.
Topics Discussed:
• The impact of the first MOOC-based degree at Georgia Tech, and how it opened-up a larger, global market
• Opportunities for universities to deliv...2021-08-1737 minAn Educated GuestS1 E6 | Community College Bachelor Degrees: Increasing Access & Affordability – with Angela KersenbrockTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Angela Kersenbrock, President, Community College Baccalaureate Association (CCBA). Todd and Angela discuss the importance of community colleges offering baccalaureate degrees and how the CCBA supports this mission.
Topics Discussed:
• The dynamic and critical relationship between higher ed and industry, and the communities that they serve
• How the CCBA is supporting institutions and associations with efforts to increase the number of states allowing community colleges to offer baccalaureate degrees
• The impact that the COVID-19 pandemic had on those without baccalaureate degrees, and how legislators, industries, and communities are respon...2021-08-0346 minAn Educated GuestS1 E5 | Lights! Camera! Engage! – with Dan AvidaTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Dan Avida, CEO and Co-founder of Engageli. Todd and Dan discuss how the pandemic highlighted the need for more engaging online learning.
Topics Discussed:
• The need for engaging synchronous tools in online education and ways to improve asynchronous learning
• The shortcomings of traditional teleconferencing tools like Google Meet, Slack, and Teams
• Ways to improve engagement and collaboration between instructors and students to help drive quality outcomes at scale
• How to address inclusivity, equity, and diversity through platform design and functionality
• The future of the personalized learning journey, machine le...2021-07-2044 minAn Educated GuestS1 E4 | Opening Access to Higher Education Through Tuition-Free Degrees – with Shai ReshefTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Shai Reshef, President of University of the People. Todd and Shai discuss how University of the People provides tuition-free online education to qualified individuals regardless of geographic, financial, or societal constraints.
Topics Discussed:
• Maximizing open-source technology and resources to increase access to affordable, quality education across the globe
• Disrupting the industry with a low cost, tuition-free model powered by the support of 25,000 volunteers
• Leveraging peer-to-peer learning and instructor supervision to achieve scale while maintaining course quality and a 14:1 learner to instructor ratio
• Ensuring learner success through a unique adm...2021-07-0646 minAn Educated GuestS1 E3 | Meeting Workforce Demands Through Apprenticeships – with Scott RallsTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Dr. Scott Ralls, President of Wake Technical Community College. Todd and Scott discuss the importance of apprenticeships and how they benefit both students and employers.
Topics Discussed:
• The reason community colleges are America’s opportunity colleges
• The ways the Biden Administration could impact funding for community colleges
• Why apprenticeships are considered the gold standard of workplace learning
• How the WakeWorks Apprenticeship Program provides individuals with on-the-job training while also working towards a college degree
• How education impacts economic mobility
Guest Bio
Dr. Scott Ralls became the fourth President of...2021-06-2233 minAn Educated GuestS1 E2 | Breaking Down Barriers Through Verified Digital Records – with Manoj KuttyTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Manoj Kutty, CEO and Founder of GreenLight Credentials. Todd and Manoj discuss how GreenLight is putting the student first and setting them up for future success through the secure storage and sharing of lifelong verified credentials.
Topics Discussed:
• The growing need for verifiable digital records of lifelong learning
• How blockchain technology can secure student records
• The appetite for a common language when evaluating credentials versus degrees
• An employer’s role in the accelerating trend of verified digital credentials
• COVID-19’s impact on the adoption of this technology
Guest Bio
Mano...2021-06-1547 minAn Educated GuestS1 E1 | Re-imagining Affordability & Accessibility in Higher Ed – with Paul LeBlancTodd Zipper, EVP and GM of Wiley University Services and Talent Development, welcomes Paul LeBlanc, President of Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU). They discuss how SNHU reimagined affordability and accessibility to drive quality outcomes for more learners.
Topics Discussed:
• Implementing systems and processes that work specifically for the online learner
• Rethinking the delivery of programs to be more experiential and project-based
• Using competency-based education to deliver learning in equitable ways
• Building a learning ecosystem that accommodates true lifelong learning
• Creating short, affordable, skills-based offerings applicable to in-demand jobs
Guest Bio
Dr. Paul J. LeBlanc is President of Southern New Hampshire University...2021-06-0859 minWiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #160: Brett's Campbells Kit Update & Todd's Tank BuildGet an update on Brett's build of Bret's Brewery from Campbells Scale Modela as well as an update on the Tank Build from Todd! We also go over some listener questions this week for our first set of them in 2021.
We're back to the grind and looking to crank out some major work on the layout through the rest of winter!
2021-01-161h 55
TenetEp. 060 Paul Weiner - American Contemporary Abstract ArtistSend us a textThis week, Wes and Todd talk with Paul Weiner. Weiner talks about infusing social commentary into his art, art and Covid, Covid lexicon, process, Instagram, art and the American flag, free speech, Pierre Soulages, patriotism, art as investment, collecting, zombie abstraction, gallery representation, residencies, Kehinde Wiley, pricing, and legacy.Join us for an incredibly informative conversation with Paul Weiner. Check out Paul Weiner’s work at his website: www.paulowenweiner.comFollow Paul Weiner on Instagram:www.ins...2020-12-312h 25Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #155: Thanksgiving Deals, Todd's Rant & Listener QuestionsThe episode # is correct, we said the wrong one in the intro.
Happy Thanksgiving and we hope you all have a fantastic weekend. Make sure to remember the things that you’re thankful this year and take a step back to look at all the positive things we have in our lives.
Bullhorn Announcements (ata the time of uploading this show):
FOS Scale Models - FREE KIT w/ $50 order https://fosscalemodels.com
Mine Mount Models - 10% off with Coupon Code “thanks2020” https://minemountmodels.com
Tichy Train Group - 20% and 30% coupon codes with codes ‘20’ or ‘30’ https://tichytrai...2020-11-282h 16
Tha Sports Bar with Ji Hae WileyEpisode #37: 2 Micks and A BlasianWe finally got two irishmen on Tha Sports Bar at the same time. Tha Sports Bar welcomes Todd Dubester and Clark Begina as they share their expertise on the Champions League winner FC Bayren Munich and why "football" doesn't hold as much of a draw in the U.S. as it does everywhere else in the world. And as per usual when Tha Sports Bar gets a chance to have any Duke alum on the podcast we take advantage and talk a little college basketball as well.
Don't forget to listen to us everywhere and anywhere you get...2020-09-091h 02Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #124: The Sign Episode w/ Dave Kruiswyk, Frank Varga, Jason Jensen, Jake Johnson & Doug FoscaleWell, last week was the official weathering podcast and we decided this is an awesome way to theme our weekly shows, so this week is the official sign episode!
There were a blockbuster number of guests on the show this week including Dave Kruiswyk, Frank Varga, Jason Jensen, Jake Johnson & Doug Foscale. Well, and of course yours truly Brett & Todd Wiley.
We covered everything from font usage, different styles of signs, era of signage, weathering signs, and applying signs to buildings. Discussed were rooftop signs, wall signs, painted signs, window signs and so much more...2020-04-241h 52Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #114: Listener Mail, Patron Questions and Todd's Topics!We kick off this week's episode with some awesome listener mail! Thanks Dan for the sweet Sculpey Hockey Pucks and some vintage PRR items!
The Bullhorn:
Ipswitch Hobbies has released its latest craftsman kit in N scale. Check out the Union Freight House here: https://ipswichhobbies.com/shop?olsPage=products/union-freight-house-kit-2 (not an affiliate link)
Hobby Holder from Game Envy: https://gameenvy.net/new-hobby-holder-miniature-holder/ (not an affiliate link)
Next, my dad and I go through some current statuses of builds, and we talk about some things that are upcoming.
We wr...2020-02-151h 16Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #110: Finally Starting New Builds!First off we want to thank our new Patron Rob C! Support us here: https://patreon.com/hoscalecustoms
We will also be soon launching our Bench Time Podcast Forum, stay tuned for more information to come about that!
Bullhorn Announcements (not affiliate links):
There are three new kits available from Carolina Craftsman Kits, you can check them out here:
Raymond Transfer: https://carolinacraftsmankits.com/products/ho-raymond-transfer
Kruiswyk Pencil & Pen: https://carolinacraftsmankits.com/products/ho-raymond-transfer-cck-slash-jj20
Wiley & Son Paper Mill: https://carolinacraftsmankits.com/products/ho-kruiswyk-pencil-and-pen-background-kit
Wiley & Son The Complex: https://carolinacraftsmankits.com/products/ho-wiley-paper-products-company
N...2020-01-171h 53Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time Podcast #102: Hobby Knife Rant, Balsa Wood Laughs, and More!Clearing the air first, we will not take the intro songs out of the podcast. It’s only like 12-15 seconds of the 1+ hour podcast and it’s just fun to put some different and zany intro tracks in for each week
Fine Scale Bullhorn Announcements:
George is currently building his kit from RailroadKits.com and plans on sharing his progress on his build.
George Sellios is going to be having an open house on Black Friday to view the Franklin & South Manchester layout. Contact us if you want additional info at podcast@hoscalecustoms.com if you’...2019-11-221h 22
Law Enforcement Talk: True Crime and Trauma StoriesNASCAR Plus A Police Officer Plus Children Equals?NASCAR Plus A Police Officer Plus Children Equals? Within 10 minutes of Police Officer Todd Smith’s first visit to a NASCAR race, he knew he had to do something with motorsports to help children succeed, especially at risk youth. The next day he was on the phone talking to NASCAR race teams to start Fuel For Success. The program involves Police Departments from across the Country, NASCAR and corporate sponsors helping to assist law enforcement and kids. Todd also talks about the common myths people believe about police and their role in the community. Background song Hurricane is...2019-11-1644 minWiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time Podcast #97: George SelliosWe've talked to each other quite a bit how much of an honor it would be to have George Sellios on our podcast and we (Todd & Brett) have both considered it one of our biggest bucket list guests to have on. This week we had the pleasure to sit down for a good hour+ conversation with George about his introduction into model railroading and history of what he's most well known for, his modeling!
Join us this week as George Sellios takes us on a journey through his story from starting out with a basic train set...2019-10-191h 17Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastModel Building Toolbox Talk #14: Pallet Knives for ModelingPallet knives serve a wide range of uses on our workbenches and that's what we're talking about this week!
Todd and Brett dive into the different uses for our pallet knife sets (Todd has a stainless steel set & Brett has a cheap-o plastic set) though both of them use different types of pallet knives.
Whether you're using metal or plastic, you can use your pallet knives for shaping scenery, working with detailing and scenery mediums, spreading spackle, and much more!
Listen through to the very end for some cooking tips with Brett as h...2019-10-0416 minWiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastModel Building Toolbox Talk #9: Paper Towels & Treating Yourself to Something NewThis week we have TWO tips for you and we let Todd run with his toolbox tip first.
Todd goes into the importance of having a spare roll of paper towels stored around the workbench but placed in a location that doesn't get in the way. Now Todd isn't a Bounty or Brawny man, but even when he's using the discount or store-brand, there are a multitude of uses of a couple rolls of paper towels for around the workbench or work area.
Here's the paper towel holder tutorial from our listener Dan Pugatch, which i...2019-08-0910 minWiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #86: Gel Medium Mishap, Matching Floquil Colors & Stool StoriesWe’ve done a little housekeeping this week and finished updating a few things you might notice throughout the HO Scale Customs world.
From a new website design, podcast intro (might change this up from time-to-time still), new youtube video, and some upcoming changes to our Social “look and feel”, we’re trying to just add some fresh paint to our look. Not a big deal, but just in-case you notice some things looking a little “newer”, that’s what we’re doing!
Okay next, onto the topics this week…
We covered A LOT this week and...2019-08-031h 14Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastModel Building Toolbox Talk #8: File CardsHave you ever used a wire brush to distress or add wood grain to a piece of lumber on your builds?
If you started out using the old-school wire brushes that look like toothbrushes (and that Brett apparently thinks really is a toothbrush), then you know the frustration with fraying and bent wire bristles.
Well, Todd talks this week about the ease of distressing with the use of a file card instead of the typical wire brushes we've always used.
Todd even got Brett one of these to replace his own wire brushes a...2019-08-0207 minWiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #85: Working on the Dog Bar Lighthouse Corner & Todd's Take on his FSM BuildThis week we jump into a wide range of topics including some VERY good questions from our Patrons including topics such as:
Use of airbrushes
Cleaning models and layout without breaking
Here's a link to the Micro Shop Vac nozzle set Brett was talking about
Our views on model building now that we're eyeball deep into these old-school builds
Color selection and painting techniques for Brick
Brett also goes into some detail on the work he's in the middle of on the far left end of the layout with the seaside scene including the Oysters building from...2019-07-271h 22Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #80: The Franklin & South Manchester Road Trip & Yard Saling / AntiquingWe're VERY excited to finally see the Franklin & South Manchester layout and we discuss how much it means to us to be able to get to see this layout for the first time. This is such an iconic layout and myself and Todd have drawn so much inspiration from it, and to be able to finally see it, it's going to be AWESOME!
We're also very excited to meet up with some of our listeners up in Massachusetts and look forward to the stories and company we'll share this weekend.
Also we get into a...2019-06-211h 17Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #74: Some Candy Talk, Current Builds, Chopping Up Plastic KitsIt's getting warmer out, and we LOVE this late-spring weather! So welcome to another episode of the Bench Time Podcast with Brett & Todd Wiley.
To start this week we talk about Brett's current candy that he's been munching on and go on a bit of a food rant.
After that's out of the way, we go over Todd's ITLA build, Brett's Wicked Wanda's wrap-up (post 100 miler run), and a little bit on how Brett chops up a Magnuson and DPM model for his current scratch build.
We also open up a piece of...2019-05-171h 17Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #73: Wow, Too Much to Write About - Rusting, Thames Street, Brushes, LOTSWell, this week’s episode of the Bench Time Podcast was ALL over the place.
We talked a little bit about everything and there is a lot to cover in this week’s show.
We started out with an off-topic discussion on the little known players in the NHL who actually wear the number 73, except for one player. But he’s on the Bruins so we don’t care.
Next, Brett started talking about his weathering and rusting techniques from his recent car rust heaps that he made from plastic cheapy Life-Like vehicles. For more...2019-05-111h 37Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #72: Dave Kruiswyk talks shop with the HSC Boys!It’s the first Friday of May and it’s finally getting warm out! LOVE this time of year!
This week on the bench time podcast with Todd & Brett Wiley we have fellow modeler, kit instruction writer and fan of the show Dave Kruiswyk on to talk some shop about what he’s working on currently.
We are all over the place on this episode and we cover our current builds, some of the kits and projects that Dave has been working on as well as some talk about a few new kits that are coming...2019-05-041h 19Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #70: Boxing Day, Mini-Con Recap, Patron Topics & Painting FiguresThis is Episode 70 of the Bench Time Podcast with Brett & Todd Wiley!
Episode number two of the week resumes our normal schedule and it’s just us again this week, BUT that doesn’t mean we aren’t having a BLAST with it.
This week we get into a quick recap of the Mini-Con and Clinics day we went to last weekend and then we transition into some of the Patron Questions of the week.
If you’re interested in becoming a Patron and keeping our show thriving, you can check out our Support...2019-04-201h 21Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #59: How we create roads, sidewalks, and we discuss our love of collecting paints!It's time for another Bench Time Model Railroading podcast with Todd & Brett, and this week we spend a good deal of time talking about how we make our roads and sidewalks.
Recently we featured two live videos on Facebook that covered both of these topics and you can find them here:
HO Scale Customs LIVE video on roads
Model Railroading sidewalk how-to tutorial
You can thank Brock, an Instagram follower of ours for the suggestion of this week's main topic! Our roads & sidewalk techniques aren't ones that we can take credit for, we actually took muc...2019-02-091h 17Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #58: Kenny Crump & Jason Jensen - Discussing the Pop's General Store Live BuildWe’re about a week away from starting the live build of Pop’s General Store, so what better timing than now to talk to Kenny Crump of KC’s Workshop and Jason Jensen about the kit that we’ll all be building together over the next several weeks?!?!
We start out this week’s episode by answering some questions from our Patrons of the Overtime at the Bench - HO Scale Customs group, and out patrons threw a ton of great questions at our guests including:
Choosing colors for KC’s Workshop’s Kits
The inspiration fo...2019-02-011h 23
East to West Hunting PodcastSage Grouse Update with Ed Arnett of TRCPSage Grouse Conservation with Ed Arnett - Chief Scientist at Theodore Roosevelt Conservation Partnership Listen this week as TRCP's Chief Scientist Ed Arnett provides an update on sage grouse and explains why all Americans should care about this iconic species and its vast habitat that spans eleven western states. Ed gives our listeners a comprehensive rundown on what we should know about sage grouse, including the following: history of sage grouse conservation habitat loss vs. habitat degradation lek sites Sage Grouse Initiative mitigation no net loss the 2010 'listed but precluded' ruling 2015 Obama era planning...2019-01-291h 09Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #52: Todd & Brett's Favorite Top Models and Modelers of 2018This busy weekend and upcoming Holidays on tepisode #52 of the Bench Time Podcast by HO Scale Customs we list and review some of the best non-professional modelers works from 2018! In no particular order, we pick ten or so of our favorite structures, dioramas and sections of layouts base on our own personal opinions and there were so many many more we simply could not have fit in a single episode. This year was BIG! The year modelers turned up the volume! Mammoth Structures and dioramas filled with tons of tiny details peppered the facebook groups and instagram photos! We saw...2018-12-221h 30Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #50: Holiday train memories, what's on our benches & a G gauge quizWelcome to the weekend Fine Scale Modelers!
We’re diving into holiday trains this week and talking about some of the memories we have had with holiday set-ups, train sets and what we do (or did) for the holidays. Brett talks about his Bachman Big Hauler which he’ll set-up soon under the christmas tree. Do you have any holiday train memories you’d like to share? Put those stories up on our Facebook page!
Our workbenches have a lot of projects piling up and we go through what’s on our l...2018-12-071h 19Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #49: Holiday Gift List and Guide; How Modelers can beat the Winter BluesWelcome to the weekend our fine scale modeling freaks! And with this weekend’s episode # 49 brings us to December and we talk about how we both loathe the cold Winter months ahead, and how to survive it through modeling and all that can be accomplished on our benches. With Winter also brings us to the Holiday season and a time of year for many where we buy, and receive gifts and wouldn’t it be great to have a list of ideas on what to get for modeling instead of that ugly pair of socks and yet another ice scrape...2018-11-301h 26Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #47: Painting with a sea sponge, and Scenic detail around your structuresTGIF fellow fine scale freaks!! This week on episode 47 of The Bench Time Podcast, Brett shares his techniques for painting structures with a sea sponge to give an aging, peeling paint, weathered effect. Then Todd and Brett discuss how they scenic out a structure once it is placed on the layout and how to focus on just that small area of concentration to create a scene. It is one thing to just build the structure and add details directly to it, but it is an entirely different and at times more or equally fun to create the scene separate fro...2018-11-161h 21Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #43: Scenery, Trees, Grass, and other plant stuff in model railroadingFor the 43rd Episode of the Bench Time Podcast, this week Brett and Todd Wiley discuss scenery involving trees, static grass, bushes, and all the other necessary vegetation associated with making a layout go from boards and white plaster to simulated mother earth. They also cover how they apply it in a city/urban layout that involves a lot of concrete sidewalks and roads and all of the unusual places people don’t think of but it commonly appears, plus all the many different types of available scenery product today on the market that no one has an excuse not...2018-10-191h 44Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #42 - Brett & Todd and Model Railroading with your kids +moreThis week we’ve been crazy busy on the layout and some family things, but we’ve managed time to get episode 42 done a little early (recorded monday). Brett’s been working on his waterfront as usual and though it seems like it’s been forever that he’s been working on this thing, he is actually making progress, but it’s just a TON of layers. It should be photographable later this weekend for all to see.
Todd is wrapping up the Danby Saw Mill and if you’ve been on our Facebook live videos lat...2018-10-121h 03Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastEpisode 41: Organization and Storage on your model railroading workbenchIs your workbench and surrounding area complete mayhem or an OCD design studio? This week on the “Bench Time” podcast, hosts Brett and Todd Wiley of HO Scale Customs explore and discuss the many ways the manage their work area when they model. From the types of workbenches the the way they organize and store their spare parts, paints, glues, tools, supplies, details, and unfinished kits, You will hear how each have contrasting styles and ideas with unique reasons that allow them to work efficiently. They also talk about how to store and organize with containers and gadgets that can be...2018-10-051h 22Wiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #32 - Friday workbench talk about laying track, new models, some layout work and more!Happy Friday to our modeling friends! This week on the Bench Time podcast we go old school! Back to the meat and grits of fine-scale modeling like when the show began! Just Brett and Todd talking about the projects on our benches, structures getting those special or final touches, and some chatter about our take on trackwork and what works and doesn't work for us. So sit back, grip onto that hobby knife tightly, drybrush those boards or just grind your molars if you must! And have a great weekend on your workbench!!!
Below is the link...2018-08-0359 minWiley's Bench Time - Model Railroading PodcastBench Time #22 - Like old times: Just Todd & Brett talking about what's on our benches this weekBecome a part of the show and help keep the lights on! HO Scale Customs Patreon Page
This week it's just Todd & Brett talking about what we have going on the workbench!
Check out Dave's Workbench FB page here: Dave's Workbench
Here's the materials for the custom stains Brett was trying out:
Higgins Sepia Calligraphy Ink, 2.5 oz Bottle, Sepia (46036)
Chalk Pastels Set
91% Isopropyl Alcohol
2018-06-011h 09
The Wiley ShowTHE WILEY SHOW: SPECIAL GUESTS MILAN CHRISTOPHER, MARTELL TODD, RON JONESNOT ONLY THE GRAMMYS WILL BE AIRING LIVE THIS SUNDAY SO WILL THE WILEY SHOW. WE HAVE SPECIAL GUESTS APPEARANCES: RECORDING ARTIST AND MODEL MILAN CHRISTOPHER, ARMY MAN & MODEL MARTELL TODD, AND RECORDING ARTIST RON JONES AFTER I INTERVIEW THEM. I WANT YOU THE LISTENERS TO CALL IN AND GIVE YOUR OPINIONS ON THE GRAMMYS. THE CALL IN NUMBER IS 347-857-2773
HOST: MARQUISE WILEY
LINKS TO FOLLOW ME
Follow me on twitter www.twitter.com/WileyShow
Follow me on IG @4everwiley2015-02-0947 min