If you watched Lunch with Casey at noon, you knew that Mel Jass's Mattinee Movie would follow at 1. Mel would introduce whatever movie was coming up, and more importantly, he would promote local businesses, such as 10 https://mnkidvid.com/main/the-cultural-impact-of-mel-jass-and-the-matinee-movie/

I've been posting a lot of material about Axel over the last few months. I never saw Axel when I was a kid as I was only 3 when he passed away. The first time I had ever head of Axel was when I saw this TV special on WCCO, Channel 4 back in t https://mnkidvid.com/main/clellan-cards-humor-special/

It is Wonderfest time! Right now we are two week away from this magical event, and time to share previews of the event. I've been attending Wonderfest since 1998. #StarTrek #Wonderfest #Wonderfest2026 https://culttvman.com/main/wonderfest-2026-preview-1-star-trek-guests/

The TIE Bomber from AMT will be arriving this summer. Round 2 has posted images of the first test shot on their Facebook page. This is just the first test shot, so is not the final product. Preorder this model in the CultTVman Hobby https://culttvman.com/main/sneak-peak-the-tie-bomber-from-amt/

We are getting ready for our next event, which is ModelFest 2026 in Melbourne Florida on May 2, 2026. The event is at the Azan Shriners Center, 1591 W. Eau Gallie Blvd, in Melbourne. #IPMSSpaceCoast https://culttvman.com/main/modelfest-2026-in-melbourn-fl-on-may-2-2026/

Time flies! The last Retro Rockets was in January. Since then, things were quiet, and then everything happened all at once, and then things slowed down. Funny how that works. So let's catch up on the latest in Sci-Fi and Monster models! https://culttvman.com/main/retro-rockets-8-april-2026/

We're heading to The Villages in Florida for the Scale Model Con '26 on April II, 2026. Of course, we'll have all your favorite Sci-Fi and Monster kits including Star Trek and Star Wars, 2001, Space:1999, Dune and more. https://culttvman.com/main/model-con-26-in-the-villages-fl-april-11-2026/

2026 is going to be a busy year for CultTVman! We're planning to attend more model shows than ever. Just ignore the fact that two years ago, I said I was cutting back. I'm busted. Looks like 11 shows lined up for 2026. https://culttvman.com/main/culttvmans-upcoming-model-shows/

Updated 4/2/2026 - It's been a busy spring with lots of news. I'm finally getting around to updating this page. 2026 is looking to be a stronger year than 2025. https://culttvman.com/main/upcoming-kit-releases/

We're pretty much set for the IPMS Atlanta model show this Saturday. Join us at the IAM Local 709 Union Hall at 1032 S. Marietta Pkwy, Marietta GA 30060. https://culttvman.com/main/atlanta-ipms-show-on-march-21/

We are busy getting ready to attend Pelicon '26 in Tampa on March 14. This event is at the Higgins Hall, 5225 N. Himes Ave, Tampa FL. This is a great contest, so I hope you can join us! For more information, visit the Pelicon website. #IPMS #IPMSTampa #Pelicon culttvman.com/main/pelicon...

Toy Fair was held a couple weeks ago in New York and Round 2's booth showcased upcoming releases and some new products. Most of these were expected to arrive this summer and we have the set up for preorder in the CultTVman Hobbyshop. culttvman.com/main/round-2...

We have official confirmation about the sale of Lionel Trains. Round 2 and it's parent group, Praesidian Capital, have purchased Lionel LLC and are forming the Lionel Brands Group, which will will unite all of these brands under one roof. #LionelTrains #Round2 culttvman.com/main/round-2...

I am always looking for bits and pieces of Twin Cities television history. This pinback button popped up on ebay recently and I snagged it. Of course, we know Willie Ketchem was the sidekick for Clancy the Cop throughout the 1960s and well into the 1970's. mnkidvid.com/main/willie-...

We finally have box art and pricing on the upcoming TIE Bomber. As announced last summer, this is now a 1:48 scale kit. It is expected to arrive this summer. We are still taking preorders. If you have already preordered you do NOT need to preorder again. culttvman.com/main/round-2...

We finally have photos and pricing on the Frankenstein's Monster kit coming from X-Plus! This is expected to arrive in mid-2026, but as always, it could be delayed. The kit features two different heads and a the lab base in the photos. #Frankenstein #XPlus culttvman.com/main/franken...

2026 is going to be a busy year for CultTVman! We're planning to attend more model shows than ever. Just ignore the fact that two years ago, I said I was cutting back. I'm busted. Looks like 11 shows lined up for 2026. culttvman.com/main/culttvm...

Retro Rockets is a round up of model news and kit arrivals for the Sci-Fi and Monster model communities. Time flies and we have reached the end of January! It has been a busy month to start the year. culttvman.com/main/retro-r...

We had a couple kit announcements from Round 2 yesterday, and now more updates to share today! Please note, all information here is tentative and subject to change. We don't have any photos, pricing, or detailed info. #Artemisrocket #BlackHole #EnterpriseB #Round2 culttvman.com/main/round-2...

The folks at Atlantis have shared their plans for 2026. Here's a rough list of what is coming over the next year. We expect there to be delays and such, so keep in mind that none of these are set in stone. No new images have been released. culttvman.com/main/atlanti...

We had a couple kit announcements from Round 2 yesterday, and now more updates to share today! Please note, all information here is tentative and subject to change. We don't have any photos, pricing, or detailed info. culttvman.com/main/round-2...

Retro Rockets is a round up of model news and kit arrivals for the Sci-Fi and Monster communities. (How's that for a great lead in?) 2025 is winding down in 3 days, so we now look forward to 2026. Lets look at what is has just arrived. culttvman.com/main/culttvm...

2026 is going to be a busy year for CultTVman! We're planning to attend more model shows than ever. Just ignore the fact that two years ago, I said I was cutting back. I'm busted. Looks like 11 shows lined up for 2026. culttvman.com/main/culttvm...

Happy After Christmas! Santa stopped by again on Christmas Eve with more goodies. Snowspeeder 1:48 scale kit from BandaiStar Wars A-Wing 1:72 scale kit from BandaiC-3PO and R2-D2 - The Last Jedi - 1:12 scale kit  The Hunchback is back! culttvman.com/main/more-go...

An almost complete episode of The Grandpa Ken Show has been posted on YouTube on the TCMediaNow channel! mnkidvid.com/main/grandpa...

Happy Christmas Santa delivered boxes on Monday. More coming Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday! The Elves are taking Thursday off. #KentuckyRifle #RedBaron #TomDaniel culttvman.com/main/more-go...

Here are a few photos and comments from Bob that I never got around to posting. I asked him about Major Mars promoting model kits. Later Bob would bring back Major Mars for a short film in the 70's. culttvman.com/main/bob-bur...

Originally posted Jan 16, 2012 Here's a few of Bob Burns' Aurora kits. He sent these the site back in 2012 along with a few other images. I just found this photo of the old Aurora Frankenstein kit I did when it first came out. culttvman.com/main/bob-bur...

The great Bob Burns would send me photos and stories for the CultTVman website. Here's some wonderful photos of Bob promoting the Aurora monsters back in the mid-1960's. Of course, Kogar would eventually become a kit from Moebius Models. Originally posted Jan. culttvman.com/main/bob-bur...

Reposting this in honor of Bob's passing. I will always cherish the time I spent with Bob, visiting his house in LA, chatting with him at shows like Wonderfest, and the thrill of meeting him (with King Kong) back in 1995. culttvman.com/main/a-visit...

Axel launched on August 5, 1954 on WCCO. The photo above is from this very first show. On August 4, the following blurb appeared in the Minneapolis paper. Here is one of the earliest ads to mention the show, from August 12, 1954. mnkidvid.com/main/axel-be...

Hi Friends. Just a reminder that we have the Lunch with Casey DVD and the Dave Lee Memories DVD available. Both are on sale for $14.99 through the holidays. This is a great gift for anyone that grew up watching them in the 50's and 60's. lunchwithcasey.com/main/casey-a...

We survived Black Friday, and now comes Cyber Week! Please support your favorite small businesses! Orders over $75 will receive a 10% discount!   Plus.... #CultTVmansHobbyshop #HolidayShopping culttvman.com/main/cyber-w...

Black Friday Sales!  We've marked down prices on many kits and we may add more!  Save 20%, 30%, and even 50% on selected kits. Sale is good on in stock items only.  No holds, no substitutions, no rainchecks.  Limited numbers available.  #BlackFriday culttvman.com/main/black-f...

CultTVman is heading to Kit Con in Raleigh NC on November 22, 2025! This is an all new show with a focus on Sci-Fi, Horror, Monsters and Spacecraft. There will be a full vendors room, contest, demos and more. #KitCon culttvman.com/main/kit-con...

Our good friend Mat Irvine has sent us images of the new Airfix space kit boxes. These are the new SLS Artemis, and the reissued Saturn V and Space Shuttle kits in 1:144 scale. culttvman.com/main/sls-art...

We have box art and images of the upcoming Monster Scenes kits. These are expected to arrive in early 2026 and you can order in the CultTVman Hobbyshop. Box art and kits are subject to change. Photos show test shots built up. culttvman.com/main/monster...

The Monster Halloween Sale has started. Save 10% on Monster Models at CultTVman's Hobbyshop! www.CultTVmanShop.com

CultTVman is heading the Charlotte, NC for the IPMS Region 12 event! This is a one day show a tthe Prividence Baptist Church, 4921 Randolph Road, Charlotte, NC 18211. We're looking forward to seeing friends and fellow model builders. #CharlotteIPMS culttvman.com/main/charlot...

10pm and we can finally print postage.... working to catch up by Wed.

For my CultTVman Hobbyshop customers, due to the nation wide problems with AWS (Amazon Web Services), we are having problems printing postage labels today. Hopefully this is resolved soon. The web site is working and taking orders. Thank you for your patience.

We have a new round up of all the latest news and updates. Some great arrivals this past month and a few new kits announced. Dracula Meets the Wolfman has arrived. culttvman.com/main/culttvm...

updated Oct 16, 2025 This page tracks of upcoming releases from Round 2, Bandai, Atlantis, Revell, X-Plus, and others.  We'll share Moebius/Pegasus info, assuming we get confirmed news. We are trying to avoid rumors and speculation. culttvman.com/main/upcomin...

We're getting ready for the next hobby show on our schedule! Modelpalooza in Orlando is one of the biggest and best local model shows we attend. Three days of the contest, vendors, demos, and seminars. #IPMSOrlando #Modelpalooza culttvman.com/main/modelpa...

updated Sept 20, 2025 This page tracks of upcoming releases from Round 2, Bandai, Atlantis, Revell, X-Plus, and others.  We'll share Moebius/Pegasus info, assuming we get confirmed news. We are trying to avoid rumors and speculation. culttvman.com/main/upcomin...

youtu.be/NRLh0jWG9ho?... New Harryhausen kits! New kits from Round 2! Perfect Grade Gunams!

Another news round up from CultTVman! Visit CultTVmanShop.com for Spaceships and Monster models! The Fly returns! 2025 reissue Monarch has sent out a small number of the regular Fly kit. This is not the glow version. We have a limited number available. culttvman.com/main/culttvm...

My friend Lou Dalmaso, known to everyone as Aztek Dummy, has completed a build up of the Sealab. You can get the kit in the CultTVman Shop. culttvman.com/main/aztek-d...

A short video from last weekend's IPMS event in Pompano Beach. youtu.be/yLjJ0Y-S5gY?...

Coming later in 2025 is an all new kit of Frank Frazetta's Dracula Meets The Wolfman. The model is sculpted by Jeff Yagher, based on the Frazetta cover art for Creepy #7 back in February 1966. I've been told this is a large kit with two figures and the big base. culttvman.com/main/dracula...