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1 What's Happening In Model Railroading - May 2025 - Jason Shron & Jordan Smith 1:02:20
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LikedUnless you've been living completely off the grid over the last few months, you know that the business of model railroading is facing unprecedented challenges. On this episode of What's Happening In Model Railroading, Jason Shron and Jordan Smith from Rapido Trains share insights into the manufacturing of model railroad products, the people who make the locomotives and rolling stock, and the market that is created by our hobby. Whether you are for or against tariffs or are somewhere in between, their impact is undeniable and Rapido shares their take on them. Later, Jason and Jordan discuss new releases including one that has Ray rebuilding his layout to accommodate. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/161 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, ScaleSigns.com: https://scalesigns.com/…
1 2025 St. Louis RPM Preview with Lonnie Bathurst & Scott Thornton 52:09
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedHanging with the homies - that's what we do at the St. Louis RPM. Two of those "homies", Lonnie Bathurst and Scott Thornton, make their annual stop at the ATLP Studio to tell us all about the 18th Annual edition of this great event. Lonnie tells us what makes the STL RPM such a special event and Scott shares why it's on his calendar every year. We also discuss the events in and outside of the Gateway Center, all centered around the comradery that comes with being around like minded folks. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/162 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com…
You know what they say about best laid plans? On this episode of Around The Layout, we do some catching up with Mike Landis and his MKT Sedalia Sub, which is on the move to his new home. Mike tells us how the first version of the layout was supposed to make the move with him, but how that idea got derailed and a new strategy has taken its place. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/158 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, ScaleSigns.com: https://scalesigns.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com…
It's time once again to head to Springfield, Massachusetts for the 23rd Annual Northeast Railroad Prototype Modelers Meet. Dave Owens comes by the ATLP studio to tell us all about what the Amherst Railway Society has in store. From vendors to models on display and a long list of informative clinics, the NERPM is an event all modelers can be inspired by. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/159 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Highball Graphics: https://highballgraphics.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/…
1 Sipping & Switching Society of North Carolina with Glen Frix 57:03
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWhat if I were to tell you that a group of enthusiasts could come together to run a massive modular layout without having a big book of rules or a governing body? Allow us to introduce you to the Sipping & Switching Society of North Carolina, where the name is as about as formal as these folks get, yet they successfully gather half a dozen times a year to do what this hobby was meant for - have fun! Society member Glen Frix gives us some insight into how this all works and how their lack of formal structure has drawn in a diverse group of module owners. Later, we hear answers to the Question of the Month submitted by our listeners. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/157 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com Thank you to our episode sponsor, 18Ten Designs: https://www.1810designs.com/…
1 ATLP Rewind - Bill Brown and the Leadville and Red Cliff - July 11, 2023 58:55
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Episode Originally Released July 11, 2023 We head back to Central New York to hear Bill Brown's amazing story of triumph over tragedy and how a great group of friends helped him recover from disaster. Bill shares his origin story, then tells how becoming a member of the CNY Division of the NMRA provided him with incredible opportunities to further his modeling skills and led to meeting the folks that would become lifelong friends. Bill also reflects on memories of Jim Heidt, the first leader of the CNY Division and a dear friend to many, who passed away on June 12th. Closing out the show, Bill tells us about his involvement in Ops 'Til You Drop, a CNY Division event that's become a weekend not to miss. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/rewind Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, ScaleSigns.com: https://scalesigns.com/…
1 What's Happening In Model Railroading - April 2025 - Tony Cook & Jim Wiggin 56:31
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIt's time once again to find out What's Happening In Model Railroading and joining Model Railroad News editor Tony Cook and Ray Arnott this month is Jim Wiggin, Associate Brand Manager and star of Athearn's Train Tuesdays. Jim tells us that lighting functions are hot right now and shares with us some of the work that goes into adding these sought after details to the Athearn offerings. Later, Tony and Ray discuss products from Roka, Walthers, Athearn, Bluford Shops and more. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/155 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, ScaleSigns.com: https://scalesigns.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com…
1 ATLP Rewind - Matt Freix & The Gateway Western Subdivision 6 - March 28, 2023 1:03:53
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Originally Released March 28, 2023 The Around The Layout (less than) six degrees of separation has led us to Matt Freix. A friend of past guests Dave Oppensano and Isaac Fabris, Matt joins us and tells his model railroading story; from his childhood modeling with a shovel of dirt on a 4x8 sheet of plywood to a beautifully finished basement where his Gateway Western's Subdivision 6 resides. Matt tells us about the prototype of his current layout and how friends, both in human and quick clamp form have helped him along his journey to recapture the glory of 1995. Matt also talks about the decision process of farming out tasks and how it has helped him focus on the parts of the hobby he enjoys. Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, 18Ten Designs: https://www.1810designs.com/…
1 Talking Ops With Don Irace - Bulletproof Operations 1:17:44
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedHow can we make our layout operating sessions bulletproof? On this episode of Talking Ops with Don Irace, Don sits down 1 on 1 with host Ray Arnott in-person at the ATLP Studio to share the lessons learned over 20 years and hundreds of his own operating sessions to create an amazing experience for his operators. We learn that success starts with proper planning and continues through being intentional about layout design, construction and maintenance and Don tells us how attention to detail can pay off with trains that run like a dream. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/156 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, ScaleSigns.com: https://scalesigns.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, 18Ten Designs: https://www.1810designs.com/…
1 ATLP Rewind - Brian Sopke and the Benton & Southern - June 25, 2024 55:31
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Originally Released June 25, 2024 A litte freelance model railroading amongst friends - that's what we get with Brian Sopke's Benton & Southern. Brian shares with us his model railroading journey that led him to team with a friend to create a freelance model railroad that connects them together. Additionally, Brian tells us what he learned by starting over, taking down a layout of frustration and creating his current railroad using lessons from the past. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/rewind Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com…
1 Industry Planning For Modern Era Switching Layouts - A New Book By Lance Mindheim 53:15
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedAnalysis Paralysis, the terrible condition that keeps many from getting the stuff we bought out of the closet, to the workbench and on to our layouts. Lance Mindheim is back with another new book under his arm, written to help his readers get the flywheel turning and keep it moving. Lance talks about industry selection and shares how the book can guide model railroaders along the path of layout design and expressing their own artistic creativity. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/154 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, ScaleSigns.com: https://scalesigns.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com…
1 ATLP Rewind - John Farrington & The Somerset & Raritan - June 11, 2024 55:22
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Episode orginally released June 11, 2024 It's been way too long since we've heard from John Farrington and there was quite a bit to catch up on. Since the last time we talked, John has not only gone bigger with his layout, he's also gone freelance with a great railroad name and an awesome logo thanks to a very talented graphic artist that's a familiar name here on the podcast. John also talks about doing custom work for others, including myself, and debunks the old Mark Twain saying "good fences make good neighbors" when it comes to getting guidance and support with his model railroad. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/rewind Thank you to our episode sponsor, Highball Graphics: https://highballgraphics.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/…
1 Super Detailing: Down The Rabbit Hole with Bernard Hellen 1:13:04
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWant to make your layout come alive? Come along with Dr. Mini and I on this adventure down the rabbit hole into the world of super detailing. Miniprints' Bernard Hellen leads the way as we dive deep on the why behind creating scenes that tell well composed stories, sharing the thoughts from several outstanding modelers. Ultimately, the hobby is supposed to be fun, and Bernard tells us how super detailing can be the motivator that keeps your flywheel turning. Stay tuned towards the end and learn how "I" can come visit your layout with a great deal from miniprints.com . Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/153 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, 18Ten Designs: https://www.1810designs.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, ScaleSigns.com: https://scalesigns.com/…
1 ATLP Rewind - Alex Mantle & The Chicago, Denver & Northern - June 4, 2024 55:56
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Originally Released June 4, 2024 On this episode of Around The Layout, we meet Alex Mantle and learn about his model railroading journey. From California to Alaska to London and eventually on to Wyoming, Alex tells us how an attic find boosted his model railroading journey, his "practice layouts" and how he's gone big with his freelanced Chicago, Denver and Northern, sharing how he developed his backstory, paint scheme and chose the industries on his layout. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/rewind Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com/…
1 What's Happening In Model Railroading - March 2025 - Tony Cook & David Lehlbach 1:05:06
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIf you're a fan of highly detailed and prototypically accurate rolling stock, this show is for you! Model Railroad News' Tony Cook and Ray Arnott talk to owner and founder of Tangent Scale Models David Lehlbach on how Tangent was started and how they've created their own place in the market by providing an incredible offering of HO, N and O scale freight cars. David discusses their unique way of going to market that satisfies all of us looking for instant gratification. Later, Tony and Ray discuss news out of Rapido, Bachmann, Walthers and more. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/152 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, ScaleSigns.com: https://scalesigns.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, 18Ten Designs: https://www.1810designs.com/…
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1 Small Layout, Big Potential with Thomas Klimoski 1:16:34
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWant to know what the "Right-Sized Layout" is for you? Start with a mirror. That's just some of the advice shared by author and model railroader Thomas Klimoski. Tom wrote the book "Building The Right-Sized Layout" and he walks us through the thought process to ensure that you're on track for the layout that's a perfect fit for you. Then Tom and I listen to the answers to the Question of the Month - What is the ideal length of an operating session and why? Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/147 Thank you to our episode sponsor, NERx: https://www.nerx.org/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com…
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1 Talking Ops With Don Irace - Michigan Interstate Ops with Greg McComas 1:04:32
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOn this episode of Talking Ops with Don Irace, we head to Fort Worth, Texas to the Michigan Interstate St. Clair Sub of Greg McComas. Greg talks us through the development of his operating scheme on his 13'x12' double deck layout that provides hours of enjoyment for up to 4 operators. He also shares how he used the FLEX approach to ensure he ended up with the layout and operating scheme he wanted. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/151 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, NERx: https://www.nerx.org/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, ScaleSigns.com: https://scalesigns.com/…
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1 2025 NERx Virtual Convention Preview with Chuck Diljak 36:41
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIt's almost time for NERx, the Northeastern Region of the NMRA's Virtual Convention. Chuck Diljak from the NER joins us to share the history of NERx, born from necessity during the pandemic and now a mainstay for the last 5 years. Chuck tells us what we can expect from the four nights of the convention, from clinics, layout tours, tips and tricks, and much more. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/150 Sign up for ATLP Extra, our free monthly newsletter: aroundthelayout.com/newsletter Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com Thank you to our episode sponsor, 18Ten Designs: https://www.1810designs.com/…
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If you need yet another reason to encourage youth in model railroading, come listen to Brenna Keefe's story. Brenna shares how positive influences in her family and model railroading community became the catalyst for her education and career. Brenna also shares how model railroading cemented bonds with her parents, grandparents and lifelong friends made through the hobby. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/149 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, 18Ten Designs: https://www.1810designs.com/…
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1 2025 Central Georgia RPM Preview with Paul Spilman and Stephen Floyd 29:41
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedModelers getting together to share their work, ideas, skills and, of course, comradery - that's what RPM's are all about. Paul Spilman and Stephen Floyd join ATLP host Ray Arnott to talk about the Central Georgia RPM and how this event has grown into a new location by taking it off the coast of Georgia and placing it smack dab in the middle of the Peach State. Stephen and Paul also share all the details about attending the event, with some very familiar names on the list of clinic presenters. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/148 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Highball Graphics: https://highballgraphics.com/…
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1 ATLP Rewind - Lance Mindheim & Miami's Swamp Rat - May 28, 2024 50:11
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Originally Released May 28, 2024 Professional Model Railroad builder and author Lance Mindheim returns to Around The Layout Podcast with a new book under his arm. Lance tells us his why behind his new series "Shortlines You Can Build" and introduces us to Volume 1 - Miami's Swamp Rat. Lance and I discuss several of the points made in the book and how you can apply them to nearly any railroad you're planning. Later, Lance tells about yet another how-to book coming out that you can pre-order now. Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com/…
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1 What's Happening In Model Railroading - February 2025 - Tony Cook & Thomas Garza 57:36
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOn this month's What's Happening In Model Railroading, Tony and Ray welcome Thomas Garza from ScaleSigns.com to talk all things signs. Thomas talks about his start in sign making in 1995 and how he's picked up where he left off in 2001 when he joined the US Army, and is on a mission to create the most accurate scale signage available. Later, Tony brings us news from Broadway Limited, ScaleTrains, Atlas, Tangent and more. Learn more about today's episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/146 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com/…
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1 ATLP Rewind - Don Irace & The Providence & Worcester II - May 14, 2024 1:03:57
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Originally Released May 14, 2024 There's no doubt that Don Irace, famous for his Providence & Worcester layouts, is passionate about operations and, on this episode, we focused on just that. Don tells us about the top 2 things that should be prioritized for good operating sessions and shares some helpful advice on the steps one should take to ensure their railroad will be reliable. He also tells us about setting up remote operations, a practice that has allowed him to participate in sessions from afar and allows others to dispatch his layout from outside the Sunshine State. Later in the show, we make an announcement about a new monthly show featuring Don Irace. Thank you to our show sponsor, Highball Graphics: https://highballgraphics.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/…
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1 Talking Ops with Don Irace - BNSF Fall River Division with John Parker 1:01:13
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOn this month's Talking Ops with Don Irace, we're talking big operations with the owner of the BNSF Fall River Division, John Parker. John shares with us what it's like to prepare for and manage operations on his large layout. From track cleaning to crew selection and keeping them all busy, John gives a deep dive into what it takes to keep the BNSF moving. Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: www.tullymodels.com…
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1 ATLP Rewind - Martyn Jenkins & Marty's Train Shed - April 30, 2024 1:14:18
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Originally Released April 30, 2024 If you're looking for proof that it's never too late to get started in model railroading, look no further than Marty Jenkins. Contrary to the stories we typically hear, Marty got his start in the hobby in his 40's and has seemingly made up for lost time, diving head first down the rabbit holes of the ever expanding technology. Marty shares with us how model railroading has led him to several trips to the United States and talks about his involvement in development of NMRAx. Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/…
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With young modelers like Paul Stamp on the scene, the future of model railroading is looking bright! A rising star in the NMRA Lakeshores Division, Paul takes us on his journey from a youth filled with Thomas The Tank Engine to small layouts in his college apartment to the awesome Finger Lakes Railway model railroad he's building and sharing with all of us on YouTube. Paul gives us a background on the prototype and how he's incorporating the short line's operation into his layout. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/143 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/…
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1 Affordable Model Railroading with Matt Forcum 1:00:20
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedDo you think model railroading is too expensive to get started? Think again! MFRailroad's Matt Forcum comes by the ATLP studio to talk about ways to set limits and keep your hobby budget in check with helpful tips on buying locomotives, rolling stock and creating scenery. Matt also shares how careful planning can help set limits and prevent overspending. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/142 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: www.tullymodels.com…
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1 What's Happening In Model Railroading with Tony Cook LIVE! 41:39
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWe're a week removed from the excitement that was the Railroad Hobby Show in West Springfield MA and its time to talk about all the news from the SEMA of Model Railroading. Ray talks about his experience from the show, including the amazing ScaleTrains giveaway and shares his takeaways. Tony recaps the exciting announcements from ScaleTrains, Rapido, Kadee, Lionel and more. This episode was recorded live on Facebook and YouTube on January 31, 2025. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/144 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/…
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1 ATLP Rewind - Kevin Norman & Notch 8 Customs - April 23, 2024 1:04:42
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Originally Released April 23, 2024 They say "It's all in the details" and that's what Kevin Norman from Notch 8 Customs is all about. Kevin stops by to tell us how he developed an interest in DCC installs and customizing locomotives and rolling stock into a growing part-time side hustle. Additionally, he shares his dream for a layout that captures the rich history of railroading in the Chicagoland area in the 1960's. Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/…
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1 What's Happening In Model Railroading - January 2025 - Shane Wilson 1:07:26
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIt's been almost a year since ScaleTrains President Shane Wilson has joined us on Around The Layout Podcast, so we had a lot of catching up to do! Shane tells about the events that occured since our last chat, including checking off a bunch more states on the ScaleTrains Road Trip, attending train shows in the United States and Mexico, an amazing amount of new releases, and how the model railroading community helped ScaleTrains provide much needed aid to those affected by Hurricane Helene. At the end of the show, Shane and I announce a HUGE ScaleTrains x ATLP giveaway - 5 times bigger than last year that ties the past to the present. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/141 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com/…
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1 ATLP Rewind - Alan Aitken and the Buffalo & Pittsburgh - April 9, 2024 1:03:21
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Originally Released April 9, 2024 We're off to Scotland to get to know Alan Aitken, the owner of the Buffalo & Pittsburgh Scottish Division Model Railroad and the creator of the YouTube channel of the same name with an amazing amount of subscribers. We learn how Alan gets his start in the hobby and why he left the British prototype for an American railroad with a quick detour though the Alps. Alan also shares his experiences with modular clubs and gives advice on how to better engage with show attendees. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/rewind Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/…
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1 Talking Ops with Don Irace - Lakeshores Ops Squad with Ed O'Connell 55:43
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedHaving trouble creating operations on your existing layout? Want to create a new layout to host ops but don't know how? Call the Ops Squad! Ed O'Connell from the Lakeshores Division NMRA joins us on this episode of Talking Ops with Don Irace to tell us about the group of operations experts he's helped assemble to help model railroaders in western New York. Ed shares how he got into operations and how the Ops Squad was born of necessity to meet demand for events in their area. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/140 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com/…
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1 2025 Railroad Hobby Show Preview with John Sacerdote 42:37
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIt's nearly time for the granddaddy of them all - the Railroad Hobby Show in West Springfield, Massachusetts. To get ready for what I like to call "The SEMA of Model Railroading", we sit down with the man with the master plan, John Sacerdote who tells us about all the exciting things one can expect with the two-day show that's become a destination model railroad event. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/139 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/…
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Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast
Model railroading, photography, history and railfanning. They all tie together for Middletown, New York's Erik Pioselli. A guy that's been listening to the podcast since day one, Erik gets the chance to tell his story, from watching the Lehigh & Hudson Railroad as a youngster to an ill-advised yet prosperous ride with a stranger turned mentor, then inheriting an amazing collection of photographs that captured railroading from New York to California. Erik shares his passion for history and the model railroad lessons he's learned through trial and error. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/138 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com/…
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Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast
1 ATLP Rewind - Bruce Ryan & The Manhattan Terminal Railroad - April 2, 2024 1:00:49
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Originally Released April 2, 2024 On this episode of Around The Layout, we meet Bruce Ryan, who grew up in New York City and now finds himself in the Finger Lakes region of New York recreating railroading in the West Side of Manhattan where he grew up in the 1960's. Bruce shares how early influences led him to model Albany before a trip to Baltimore resparked an interest in the marine and railroad history of the Big Apple. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/rewind Thank you to our show sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/ Thank you to our show sponsor, Highball Graphics: https://highballgraphics.com/…
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1 Authentic Prototype Modeling with Isaac Fabris 55:22
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWe've talked quite a bit about freelance on Around The Layout Podcast, but now it's time to discuss a deeper dedication to the prototype with Isaac Fabris. Isaac shares the steps he's taking to make his CN/IC Gilman Sub/Heyworth Spur as close to an accurate representation of the prototype as he can. He also shares his theories on compression and how one can still provide authenticity in a smaller space. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/137 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com/…
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1 ATLP Rewind - Darren Lee & The Wattle Flat - March 26, 2024 58:14
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Originally Released March 26, 2024 On this episode of Around The Layout, we head down under and to the other side of the International Date Line to talk to Darren Lee in Queensland, Australia. Darren tells us about his start in the hobby and how he went from modeling North American railroads to one a lot closer to home thanks to some incredible access to the prototype. Additionally, Darren tells us about the Wattle Flat proto-freelance railroad he's created and how he's using his layout to introduce his model railroad "mates" to the wonderful world of operations. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/rewind Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/…
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1 What's Happening In Model Railroading - December 2024 - Tony Cook & Neal Multz 47:34
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like Liked'Tis the season for twinkling lights, but the ones we're talking about aren't on a Christmas tree. They are the LED's that bring remarkable realism to your layout in the form of lighted vehicles and details from East Coast Circuits. Business Manager Neal Multz from ECC joins Tony and Ray to share the latest from this Rhode Island based company, including their upgrades to fire trucks, pickups, construction barrels and more. Later, Tony tells us about new releases from Bachmann, Rapido Trains, MAC Rail Products and more. Learn more about today's episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/136 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com/…
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Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast
1 ATLP Rewind - Allen Whitaker & The Tennessee Southern - March 12, 2024 1:04:31
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Originally Released March 12, 2024 Keeping a long family tradition of railroading, Allen Whitaker comes by to tell us about how, from a young age, he was exposed to the prototype, particularly the Southern Railway which inspired his freelance Tennessee Southern Railway. Allen shares how his career as a railroader has affected operations on his layout, and how knowing too much can be a challenge as a model railroader. Later, Allen shares his experience with having the Tennessee Southern included in a Home Shops run that features some of his model railroading idols. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/rewind Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/…
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Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast
1 Talking Ops with Don Irace - River Belt Lines Ops with Paul Cassar 1:01:09
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedYou don't need a massive layout to create long lasting and enjoyable operations. That's the message Paul Cassar delivers on this episode of Talking Ops with Don Irace as he describes his River Belt Line HO scale switching layout. Paul tells us how he's centered operations around a freelance concept involving 3 fallen flag railroads and the cornerstone industry of a brewery. Paul also talks switchlists and how he's turned them into a hobby within the hobby. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/135 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Ditch Light Productions: https://www.facebook.com/DitchLightProductions…
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1 ATLP Rewind - Tim Garland & The Seaboard Central - February 27, 2024 1:03:06
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Originally Released February 27, 2024 In our past interviews, we've found that freelance model railroaders have amazing stories to tell and Tim Garland is no exception. On this episode, Tim tells us how he got started in the hobby and how at 14 years old, his mind was made up about becoming a railroader. Tim shares how the story of the Seaboard Central was developed, how it's a form of protest against changes he's observed in the railroad industry, and how the second version of the layout is being built differently from the first and in a way that keeps the flywheel turning without being overwhelming. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/rewind Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com/…
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1 Justin Mitchell & The Santa Fe Surf Line 1:01:20
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIt's a pure joy to meet modelers from around the globe and explore their why. On this episode, we're introduced to Justin Mitchell from Sydney, Australia who, from a young age, has been fascinated with the Santa Fe and is recreating the 1950's Surf Line. Justin tells us how, from thousands of miles and decades away, learned about this California coast line and applied it to his layout. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/134 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com/…
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1 ATLP Rewind - Steve McEwen & Brooklyn Park - February 6, 2024 1:05:16
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Episode Originally Released February 6, 2024 How did a Brit decide to model an American railroad? Blame it on Budweiser! That's one of the things we learn on this episode of Around The Layout as we chat with Steve McEwen about his model railroading journey and how his trips to the United States influenced his choice to model the New York & Atlantic Railway in a freelance way that addresses his wants in an operating layout. We also learn the why behind Steve's YouTube channel, The British Railroader. Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Ditch Light Productions: https://www.facebook.com/DitchLightProductions…
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1 Creating More Realistic Industries with Kevin Tully 1:13:38
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedEver been to someone's layout and said "I have that exact kit!" Perhaps it's time to make your layout industries unique to you and your layout with a more prototypical approach. Kevin Tully of Tully Models tells us how, from learning more about industries such as grain and feed mills, then taking what you've learned and adding it to your facilities. We also find a common theme in the answers submitted for the Question Of The Month. Learn more about today's episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/133 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Ditch Light Productions: https://www.facebook.com/DitchLightProductions…
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1 ATLP Rewind - Isaac Fabris & The CN/IC Heyworth Spur II - January 30, 2024 53:01
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Episode Originally Released January 30, 2024 Want proof that the hobby isn't dying and young folks are into model railroading? Allow us to present, once again, Isaac Fabris and his CN/IC Heyworth Spur. It's been quite a while, so we were overdue for an update and Isaac brings us up to speed on the changes he's made on his layout and how changing his era has allowed him to narrow his focus, keep what he loves, but set up guardrails that keeps him from buying all of the latest locomotive releases. Isaac's biggest news is that he's an expectant father, and after hearing bad parenting advice from Ray, he shares how his growing family will eventually yield a bigger home and a bigger layout and the plan he already has to expand upon his current layout. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/rewind Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com/…
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1 What's Happening In Model Railroading - November 2024 - Tony Cook & Spring Creek Model Trains 52:22
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe holiday season is fast approaching and it's time to get your wish list ready. On this episode of What's Happening In Model Railroading, we talk to Mike and Jeff Zucker from Spring Creek Model Trains to find out what should be in your letter to Santa and discuss how to buy the right train set for the enthusiastic child to keep them engaged. Later, Tony and I talk about new releases from Rapido, InterMountain, Broadway Limited and more. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/132 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://steelmillmodelerssupply.com/tully-models/…
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1 ATLP Rewind - Neil Schofield & CP Rail's Newport & Lyndonville Subdivision - January 23, 2024 1:05:12
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Originally Released January 23, 2024 Neil Schofield and his CP Rail's Newport & Lyndonville Subdivision has been our guest wish list since the start of the podcast, so when Neil reached out to be on the podcast, there was quite the celebration! Before telling us about his amazing layout, Neil tells us about his start in model railroading and forcing the transition era on his dad's steam era layout and how road trips to the northernmost parts of New England planted the seed for his Vermont based layout. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/rewind Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/…
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Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast
1 Talking Ops with Don Irace - Santa Fe Hereford Sub Ops with Sammy Carlile 1:02:25
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedIt's been nearly two years to the day since we last had Sammy Carlile on Around The Layout Podcast and considering the amazing amount of things to talk about with his Santa Fe Hereford Subdivision, that's completely unacceptable! Making up for lost time, he's our guest for this month's Talking Ops with Don Irace, where Sammy shared how he developed his operating scheme, runs a whole bunch of trains, and keeps his operating crew busy and on their toes. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/131 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com/…
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1 ATLP Rewind - Lance Mindheim and The Downtown Spur - December 26, 2023 49:56
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Originally Relased December 26, 2023 Author and professional model railroad builder Lance Mindheim returns to Around The Layout with a couple of new books tucked under his arm. Since the last time he appeared, he's released two new "how and why" books, 8 Track Plans For Modern Era Swiching Layouts and Scenery For Modern Switching Layouts. Lance shares with us the motivation for writing and takes an opportunity to tell us more about his former East Rail layout, The Downtown Spur, and how he is recreating the East Rail layout with the appropriately named East Rail 2, using improved techniques learned in 50 years of model railroading. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/rewind Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com// Thank you to our episode sponsor, Highball Graphics: https://highballgraphics.com/…
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1 What's Happening In Model Railroading Special - Tony Cook & Jason Shron 35:35
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWe all know Rapido Trains for their high quality models, but how about books? On this special What's Happening In Model Railroading, Tony Cook and I sit down with Jason Shron of Rapido Trains to talk books, including the newly released "The Cars of VIA Heritage Fleet Volume 1." Jason shares his passion for VIA passenger cars and tells us how he's become involved with the preservation of Canadian passenger equipment. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/130 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com/…
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1 ATLP Rewind - Paul Cassar & The River Belt Line II - January 9, 2024 1:00:34
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Originally Released January 9, 2024 On this episode of Around The Layout, we check in with Paul Cassar. Paul's not only the Executive Producer of Around The Layout; he's quite the modeler and he provides us with updates on his River Belt Line HO scale layout located in his garage in New South Wales, Australia. Paul talks about scratchbuilding, weathering, and super detailing the layout and how his choice to keep the layout relatively small has provided the time to drill into the details. Additionally, Ray and Paul talk about working together on the podcast and how it has become another aspect of the hobby to enjoy. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/rewind Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/…
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1 Joey Giunto & The Penn-Reading Industrial 1:07:14
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThey say that music can bring people together, and, in the case of Joey Giunto, it can also lead to meeting your model railroad mentor. On this episode of Around The Layout, Joey shares his model railroading journey and how a music gig led him to meeting a great friend and how they lifted each other up in the hobby. Joey also shares how, after his mentor's passing, he keeps his memory alive through his modeling efforts. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/129 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com/…
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1 ATLP Rewind - John Abatecola & TSG Multimedia - January 2, 2024 1:03:22
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Episode Originally Released January 2, 2024 After hosting myself and fellow podcasters Andy Dorsch and Tom Gasior on his TSG Live Talking Trains, it was great to have John Abatecola stop by the Around The Layout studio. John tells us about his hobby within the hobby; creating videos to share his model railroading and prototype adventures with the masses. He talks about his work with Jack Burgess and how filming trains is so much better than a funeral! Learn more about today's episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/rewind Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/…
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1 Layout Command Control 101 with Dave Barraza 50:40
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedLayout Command Control - it sounds cool, but what exactly is it? On this episode of ATLP, Dave Barraza tells us the basics of LCC, how the standard was developed and, most importantly, how it can help bring our layouts to life. Dave shares how he's using LCC on his layout and how it compares to the electronics used on the prototype. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/128 Enter for a chance to win a free t-shirt - email aroundthelayout@gmail.com and put "show notes" in the subject line. Entries must be received by October 31. Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/…
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1 ATLP Rewind - Campbell Rice & The Tennessee Western Railway - December 12, 2023 1:05:35
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Originally Released December 12, 2023 Meet Campbell Rice, a man who has moved more times than the Raiders football team, but has carried his passion for model railroading with him along the way. Campbell takes us along on the journey through several states and multiple layout builds, leading to his recent move back to Tennessee and the development of the freelanced Tennessee Western Railway HO scale layout. It's a story of perseverance that you don't want to miss. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/rewind Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models: https://tullymodels.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/…
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1 What's Happening In Model Railroading - October 2024 - Tony Cook & Christopher Palomarez 54:01
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedChristopher Palomarez from InterMountain Railway Co joined Tony and I from somewhere along the road in Colorado to share the latest on the projects being churned out of Longmont. Chris shares some insight on the process of creating factory weathered cars with pad printing plus updates on some upcoming releases. Later, Tony and Ray discuss news out of Walthers, Rapido, Division Point and more. Learn more about today's episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/127 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/…
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1 ATLP Rewind - Devin Jackson & The Mesquite Belt - November 14, 2023 1:07:54
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Originally Released November 14, 2023 One of the most memorable stops during the whirlwind week of the Texas Express 2023 NMRA National Convention was the visit to Devin Jackson & Family's Mesquite Belt, located about 2 hours south of Fort Worth in the town of Palestine. Joining me on the trip were Don Irace and Mark Herrick and on arrival, we were amazed to see a depot building in the backyard containing a large and well done HO scale layout. On this episode, we talk about that visit and how the depot building, name and layout came to be. We also learn how this project has been a family affair and how all Jacksons have benefited from the hobby. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/rewind Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/…
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1 Talking Ops with Don Irace - Operations on the Canada Spokane & Pacific with Drew James 1:04:23
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedDrew James, owner of the Canada Spokane & Pacific, made his return to the ATLP studio, picking up where he left off from last July. Drew tells us about how the operations on his layout have evolved, his efforts to keep things fresh for his group of operators and answers the question, "why is there a wye?" Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/126 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Steel Mill Modelers Supply and Southern-Tier Grain Modelers Supply: tullymodels.com…
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1 2024 Red River RPM Preview with Kevin Leddy 35:32
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedKevin Leddy joins us to talk about the 4th Annual Red River RPM being held in Forest Hill, TX October 25-26th. Kevin tells us how this RPM started, inspired by two very popular prototype modelers meets. He also tells us what you can expect to see, including a rundown of clinics, vendors, and the free-mo modular setups. Kevin also shares his passion for free-mo and tells us about the Red River Run Free-Mo event taking place in Elk City, Oklahoma in May 2025. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/124 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/…
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1 The Art Of The Review with Ryan Crawford 1:00:41
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOn this episode of Around The Layout Podcast, we talk to model railroad product reviewer and author Ryan Crawford. Ryan provides us with an inside look into his process for writing reviews, including the prototype research, evaluating details, and sharing what you need to know to make an educated purchasing decision. Ryan and Ray also chat about the amazing advances in today's models and what they would like to see more of. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/123 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/…
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Model railroad show season is in full swing on the top half of the equator, and, in the northeast, the Nashua Valley Railroad Association's Railfair 2024 kicks things off. NVRRA members Thomas Fitzgerald and Peter D'Olimpio come by to tell us about their club, how they are building an incredibly large layout in Shirley, Massachusetts and how Railfair 2024 helps fund the good they are doing in the model railroad community. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/125 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/…
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1 Ralph Heiss and the Lehigh Valley Harbor Terminal 1:00:02
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedOn this episode of Around The Layout, we head to New Jersey and talk to Ralph Heiss, owner of the Lehigh Valley Harbor Terminal HO scale layout and frequent operator of quite a few great layouts in the Garden State. Ralph tells us how he got started in the hobby and how he was operating at great layouts by the age of 17. He also shares how he researched the Lehigh Valley, his passion for the history and ghost railroading and how to make good use of free time gifted by a hurricane derived power outage. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/122 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/…
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1 Iowa City Train Show Preview with Dan Reichenbach 25:49
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedUp on this side of the equator, the weather is cooling down and the model railroad events are heating up! Dan Riechenbach of the Hawkeye Model Railroad Club stops by the ATLP studio to tell us about the Iowa City Train Show on October 20, 2024. Dan shares a history of the club, their recent move to a new building and how the show helps support their new build. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/121 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Highball Graphics: https://highballgraphics.com/…
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1 What's Happening In Model Railroading - September 2024 - Tony Cook & Jordan Smith 1:01:33
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedMore and more, we find out that the folks at these fine model railroad manufactuers are hobbyists just like us, and this episode of What's Happening In Model Railroad is no exception. Jordan Smith joins Tony and Ray to tell a bit about himself, his start in the hobby and how he's worked his way up from working in a hobby shop in Toronto to wearing multiple hats for Rapido Trains. Later in the episode, Tony and Ray discuss new releases from Atlas, Walthers, ScaleTrains and more. Learn more about today's episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/120 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/…
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1 ATLP Rewind - Mike Armstrong & The Rock Island Mid-Continent Route - November 28, 2023 1:01:51
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Originally Released November 28, 2023 It's late November, but we're still talking about late August and the 2023 NMRA National Convention in Texas. During that week, I was fortunate enough to visit the outstanding layout of Mike Armstrong and it was a thrill to talk to him tonight about how his Rock Island Mid-Continent Route came to fruition. Mike shares the story of growing up in Iowa and the many influences during his youth that led to a successful prototype and model railroad journey. If you're a fan of big layouts and negative space, this episode is for you! Learn more about today's episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/rewind Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/…
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Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast
1 Talking Ops with Don Irace - Freelance Railroad, Prototypical Ops with Tim Garland 57:58
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWe head back to Tim Garland's Seaboard Central to cover what we didn't get to when we interviewed him the first time; operations on his freelance railroad. Don and I learn quite a bit from Tim, who's experience with the real railroad has provided him with a plethora of knowledge that he uses to create realistic operations on his freelance layout. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/119 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/…
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Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast
1 ATLP Rewind - Matt Forcum & The Metaline Falls Railroad - October 31, 2023 1:06:37
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Originally Released October 31, 2023 Freelance model railroader and YouTuber Matt Forcum pays a virtual visit to the Around The Layout studio. Matt shares with us his model railroading journey that has includes stops in Lego and N scale on his way to HO scale and the Metaline Falls Railroad. He also tells us how he's using his MFRailroad YouTube channel to create a video journal of his layout build and share what he's learning along the way. In addition, his channel includes product reviews and his Rail Ramblin' segments, and Ray and Matt discuss the difficulties of sharing these thoughts in what can be a very opininated hobby. Closing out the show, Matt shares a tool he has created to help build switch lists for smaller railroads. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/rewind Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/…
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Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast
We've seen many prototypical railroads bought and sold over the years, but how about a freelance model railroad changing hands? That's how current owner of the Brownville & Ashland, Chris Gilbert, took ownership of this Maine based short line. Oh, did I mention he's also in the United Kingdom? Chris tells us how this transaction went down, how he made the B&A his own, and how he got into modeling American railroading across the big pond. He also shares his experience working with Christopher Palmieri on his now sold out Home Shops / Prairie Shadows 50' hi-cube boxcar. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/118 Submit your answer to the Question of the Month: aroundthelayout.com/question Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/…
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Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast
1 ATLP Rewind - John Parker and the BNSF Fall River Division - October 24, 2023 1:04:09
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Originally Released October 24, 2023 Coming to us from northern Colorado - seemingly a hotbed of model railroading, is the creator of the BNSF Fall River Division, John Parker. John shares his model railroading story with us, from humble 4x8 beginnings to the beautiful empire he has today. We learn that he's had a lot of help along the way, and he shares how that dedicated group of friends helped him achieve the goal of a railroad empire in his basement that hosts 18 to 22 operators per session. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/rewind Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/…
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Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast
1 The Theatrical Approach To Model Railroading with Scott Thornton 1:00:29
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedWhat if we looked at our layouts like they were the stage of a grand performance? On this episode, the talented and thought provoking Scott Thornton comes by to share his passion for taking elements of the theatre and applying it to his model railroad. Scott shares how he uses similar approaches as they do on the stage with lighting, sound and props to make viewers of his layout feel like they are trackside on his IAIS Milan Branch. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/117 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Home Shops, LLC: https://homeshops.net/…
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Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast
1 ATLP Rewind - Mike Landis & The MKT Sedalia Subdivision - September 26, 2023 56:32
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Originally Released September 26, 2023 Mike Landis has taken his childhood experience with the MKT Sedalia Subdivision and turned it into a passion that has led not only to writing the book Show Me Katy, but also an HO scale layout paying tribute to the railroad in the 1980's. Mike tells us about choosing the portion of the line that he relates to most and how video creation for his YouTube channel The Main Track provides motivation to continue learning and sharing his journey with others. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/rewind Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/…
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Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast
1 What's Happening In Model Railroading - August 2024 - Tony Cook & Kevin Tully 58:51
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedThe number of deep dive avenues that are available in the model railroading hobby is astounding, and Kevin Tully from TullyModels.com shares his path to 3D printing grain and steel mill super detailing parts. We learn how Kevin got started on this journey and how he can help you make your industries more realistic. Later, Tony and Ray discuss new releases from Athearn, ScaleTrains, Broadway Limited, Bachmann and more. Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/ Thank you to our episode sponsor, Home Shops LLC: https://homeshops.net/ Learn more about this episode and find links on our website: aroundthelayout.com/116…
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Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast
1 ATLP Rewind - Alan Saatkamp & The Chippewa River Divisions - September 5, 2023 58:33
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Originally Released September 5, 2023 It's never too late to build your dream layout. Alan Saatkamp is a testament to this, as he, at age 70, is building the railroad he's always wanted, taking the experience of multiple layout builds and moves around the country to his new home in Normal, Illinois. Alan shares those experiences, from childhood to today, and tells us how his wife encouraged his return to model railroading for a family experience. He also offers his guidance on the right time to ask your spouse for more layout real estate (results may vary!). Alan also talks about his other hobby; creating a newsletter called Prairie Ponderings, a fun and informative digital publication that he shares with subscribers around the globe. Learn more about today's episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/rewind Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply: https://ohrtracksupply.com/…
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Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast
1 Talking Ops with Don Irace - Prototypical Operations - Dustin Whitten 57:27
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedHow can we take prototypical railroad rules and regulations and apply them to our layouts? That's what professional railroader Dustin Whitten is here to answer as he talks about taking pages from the railroad rulebook and using them to better the simulation of your model railroad. Dustin shares how these rules can be modified in compression with examples from his N&W South Branch. Look for this episode on Tuesday, August 13th. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/115 Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains: https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/…
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Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast
1 ATLP Rewind - Paul August & The C&NW Mondovi Line - August 22, 2023 1:00:16
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Play Later Play Later Lists Like LikedATLP Rewind - Originally Released August 22, 2023 On this episode of Around The Layout, we get to know Paul August, owner of the C&NW Mondovi Line and the YouTube channel that covers it. Paul tells us about his family's roots in railroading and how that led to multiple generations of model railroaders including a father with a passion for brass steam locomotives. He also shares with us how moves in the midwest exposed him to different prototypes and how he landed on the Mondovi Line. Learn more about this episode on our website: aroundthelayout.com/rewind…
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