The Roundhouse Podcast

What does it take to run a shortline railroad in the 21st Century? Kylie McLaughlin answers this question, talks about using ALCOs in modern revenue service, and how women are expanding into the railroad industry. Related Episodes Western New York & Pennsylvania Santa Train WNYP Railroad President Carl Belke Question of the Day What is your local shortline? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Support us on Patreon, Subscribe on iTunes, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

We'll take a look ahead at 2018, hear some suggestions for future episodes from you, and reveal some upcoming projects and surprises!

What can rail preservation learn from a simulator about Titanic? Project Director Tom Lynskey walks us through the research and development of Titanic: Honor and Glory and how it showcases the oceanliner's history from a very different perspective. Related Episodes Historic Rail Simulation - Paul Charland Digitizing a Steam Locomotive with K&L Trainz Question of the Day What railroad would you want to experience in Virtual Reality? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Support us on Patreon, Subscribe on iTunes, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

Growing up with the Pennsylvania Railroad, Bennett Levin would later go on to own a PRR Observation Car used by John F. Kennedy and original E-Unit locomotives. He shares his love of providing rare-mileage excursions, providing Veterans with an unforgettable train ride, and how to advocate for rail travel. Related Episodes American Association of Private Rail Car Owners (AAPRCO) Iowa Pacific Hoosier State Question of the Day What diesels would be leading your private cars? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Support us on Patreon, Subscribe on iTunes, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

How do you create a museum that encapsulates a steel mill in just 1.2 acres? Rick Rowlands, President of Youngstown Steel Heritage, shares his story about founding the museum, collecting priceless machinery including a tank engine, and constructing an industrial railway to showcase this history! Related Episodes Saving the Last Logging Railroad Steel Manufacturing and Railroads Question of the Day If you only had a small amount of land, what museum would you create? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Support us on Patreon, Subscribe on iTunes, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

What will it take to save the last operational logging railroad in the US? The Peninsular Railway and Lumberman's Museum, a new nonprofit organization, has formed to save the Simpson Railroad, and President Josh Kaivo joins us to share what it will take to turn it into a tourist railroad! Question of the Day What is your favorite logging railroad? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Support us on Patreon, Subscribe on iTunes, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

How do railroads make steel? Bernard Kempinski, author of "The Model Railroader's Guide to Steel Mills," walks us through the entire process and how you can model it! This episode was a listener request from Donald Dunn. Thank you for the suggestion! Question of the Day What type of industry serviced by railroads is your favorite? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Support us on Patreon, Subscribe on iTunes, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

We're traveling aboard a steam excursion taking us back in time unlike any other. Join us as Nickel Plate Road 765 takes its passengers, crew, and reenactors from Joliet to Chicago. For this episode, we've 'backdated' our sound to make it more like a radio play of the 1940s. Organized by the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society, The Joliet Rocket was a series of 4 round trip excursions from Joliet IL to Chicago on June 17th and 18th, 2017. The excursion included open vestibules, accommodations ranging from economy to private cars, and a private event at LaSalle St. Station in Downtown Chicago. The event included catering, reenactors, photographer Matthew Malkiewicz taking passengers' photos in front of the locomotive, live music from the Farmland Jazz Band, and a photo runby where 765 entered the station to the delight of all. Getting Underway: 01:58 Brad Morocco - Fireman Chuck Young - Steven Zahareas & Robert Parise Trip to Chicago: 08:02 Meridith, Lily, & Cece Harris - Tanya Thorton - Brian Smith - Brody Brown - Matthew Malkiewicz - Kenny Taylor & The Farmland Jazz Band - David Popp Downtown Chicago: 21:40 Joe Knapke - Hayley Enoch - Hal & Brenda Brown Return Trip: 26:50 Maryann York - Raymond Klauss - Layla - Norm Orfall - Luke Solberg - Madelyn Skinner - Zack Hall - Kevin & Tabitha Dawson - Ashley Popp

A campaign to return Nickel Plate 757 to its hometown of Bellevue, Ohio is launching today. Vice President of the Mad River & Nickel Plate Railroad Museum Dwayne Fuehring discusses the details of transporting such a massive locomotive and why moving this locomotive matters. Learn more about this campaign at the Bring Back 757 website! Related Episodes: Nickel Plate 765 Cab Ride NKP 765 Engineer Rich Melvin Support us on Patreon, Subscribe on iTunes, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

See what happens when the Axis and Allied forces battle for control of a train...all during a WWII reenactment at the Oil Creek & Titusville Railroad! This is my first episode simulcast in video and audio. Click here to see the video! Question of the Day What is the most exciting event that you've been to at a tourist railroad or railway museum that wasn't about trains? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Support us on Patreon, Subscribe on iTunes, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

FULL SHOWNOTES The Great Train Robbery is a myth and legend that still impacts popular culture. But what exactly did happen to the Royal Mail train on the night of August 8th, 1963? Author Nick Russell-Pavier walks us through the mysteries, mistakes, and misconceptions about this incredible true story. Question of the Day What else would you like to know about the Great Train Robbery? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Support us on Patreon, Subscribe on iTunes, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

FULL SHOWNOTES When Orion Newall-Veillemot needed storage for his Ford riding mowers, he did what any 15 year old would do...buy a 1930s Boston & Maine boxcar, transport it to his house, and begin a full restoration. Hear his incredible story about the journey of the car and his plans for restoring it! Question of the Day (50:40) What is your favorite freight car? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Support us on Patreon, Subscribe on iTunes, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

Full Shownotes with Photos: http://wp.me/p5IPAr-jz Look at his photos and you would assume the work of someone who has spent decades in photography. However, Robin only began exploring photography seriously in 2006. He shares his perspective on railway photography, historic photo charters, and his pursuit of a PhD on Heritage Railways at University of Birmingham! Question of the Day (1:04:17) What photographer inspires you? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Support us on Patreon, Subscribe on iTunes, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

As Chief Designer of MSI's Great Train Story layout exhibit, John explains the design process, how a train layout can tell a story, and fitting skyscrapers underneath a full-size Boeing 727! Question of the Day (25:48) What is the most interesting railroad exhibit you've ever seen? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Support us on Patreon, Subscribe on iTunes, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

FULL EPISODE President Linn Moedinger grew up with the Strasburg Rail Road from his childhood. He recalls early experiences, including how the first weed wacker also 'got rid of the ties'!

MSI's collection includes the Pioneer Zephyr streamliner, New York Central #999, and a replica of Stephenson's Rocket. Director of Collections and Head Curator Kathleen McCarthy shares how this history is brought to life and why rail history continues to fascinate the museum's patrons. Patreon I'm very excited to launch our Patreon! This is a service that provides you the opportunity to help support our show through a monthly donation. While the podcast episodes will always be free to enjoy, there are web hosting costs associated with the show. In addition, having more capital allows us to cover more events and highlight important preservation efforts. If you can help support our goals and become part of The Roundhouse Crew, you'll receive some cool bonuses (and a nifty title!). Even if all you contribute is $1 per month, that means a lot! Question of the Day (32:39) What is the most interesting railroad exhibit you've ever seen? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Support us on Patreon, Subscribe on iTunes, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

FULL EPISODE Rich Melvin shares a couple of stories from his time as Senior Engineer of Nickel Plate 765, including how he impressed supervisors who underestimated what the steam locomotive could do.

In this shorter episode, Vice President Kevin Phalon and Treasurer Richie King, (both under 25 years old) join us to discuss the Tri-State Railway Historical Society's purchase of ALCO C424 #19 from the Morristown & Erie Railroad. They tell us how this was made possible, why the restoration can be achieved for just $5000, and what the future holds for the locomotive. Special thanks to Liberty Historic Railway for contributing to the purchase of the locomotive. To learn about how you can contribute, visit their campaign or their website at TriStateRails.org.

We're riding on the Hoosier State! We take one last ride while Iowa Pacific was operating the train to experience the wonderful equipment and on-board service. Along the way, we talk to the crew to hear about what they've taken away from their work. Dylan Hayes - 01:56 Aimee Skirvin - 10:04 Tunde Barbarinsa - 13:55 James Corbett - 16:13 Conductor Rob Tracy - 25:59 Jack Sinise - 28:14 Question of the Day (30:57) What passenger train of the past would you like to ride? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

Have you ever wanted to own a private railcar, and what is it like to travel in one? AAPRCO President Bob Donnelly describes the organization, what cars he co-owns, how he enjoys the annual convention trains, and the difference between a private car and the Class I OCS. Question of the Day (41:00) What railcar would you like to own? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

Australian iron ore trains are the 'Mad Max' of railroading. Jim Ward takes us through his 50 years of working for a variety of Australian and New Zealand railways, his favorite types of locomotives, and the adventures he encountered on the way. Question of the Day (37:49) What is the longest train you've ever seen? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

One of the best parts of the winter holidays is that it brings community businesses and organizations together to create unique events. We follow the Western New York & Pennsylvania's 2016 Santa Train, talking with the crew and the community along the way! WNYP President Carl Belke - 01:45 Meadville Residents - 07:54 Red Cross - 14:00 Oil Region Alliance President & CEO John Phillips - 16:42 WNYP General Manager Kylie McLaughlin - 22:44 Santa Claus - 25:49 Question of the Day (28:26) What is a favorite railroad holiday memory (any holiday, not just Christmas)? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

The Bessemer & Lake Erie has been hauling iron ore to fuel America's steel production for over 100 years. Learn about its history and why it means so much to local railfans and workers as we begin to explore its roots. We talk to Bob Brooks, who has filmed the railroad for over six years, and Jon Clark, a photographer working for another Western PA shortline. Bob Brooks - 1:58 Reading Your Comments - 24:45 Jon Clark - 27:20 Question of the Day (58:23) What is your favorite railroad to chase? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

What is the National Model Railroad Association, and how do they help the hobby? President Charlie Getz talks about the organization, the work they do, and where the hobby is headed for the future. Holiday Events for 2016: Mad River & NKP Railroad Museum Connecticut Trolley Museum Question of the Day (54:55) How would you like to see model railroading develop in the future? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

Director Evan Lofback set out to create a Ken Burns-like documentary about the return of mainline steam excursions in the south and the people who made it happen. In particular, this professional feature-length film features Southern Railway 4501, and how it became a star in preservation. Join us as he takes us behind the scenes for the production of this film and why he chose to release the film online for free. This episode is sponsored by K&L Trainz, creators of high-quality content for the Trainz Railroad Simulator platform. Question of the Day (39:20) Connected to trains and railroading, what are you most thankful for? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

Luxury Rail Travel invited us to ride a former Pennsylvania Railroad observation car from the 1950s. Make yourself comfortable in the lounge as we travel from New York to Pittsburgh, talking with crew and passengers along the way! We also receive updates regarding the restoration of the Reading T1 #2100 steam locomotive. Visit Luxury Rail Travel to see what upcoming trips are planned! Rob Gardner - American Steam Railroad - 2:40 Bill & Marie Scarlett - 16:12 Matt Phalon - Morristown & Erie RR - 18:10 Steven Getz - 25:40 Vestibule - 33:40 Donna McKenna Corlin - 33:40 Tom Hill - 37:25 Russ Swinnerton - Luxury Rail Travel - 42:46 Question of the Day (1:02:10) What steam loco have you had a cab ride in or would like to have a cab ride in? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

We're going for a cab ride! Climb aboard Nickel Plate 765 as we talk with the crew and hear the sounds of this massive locomotive at work. Notably, we interview Rich Melvin on one of his last runs in his over 30 year experience with the locomotive. We want to thank both the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society and the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad for making this episode possible. Question of the Day (49:03) What steam loco have you had a cab ride in or would like to have a cab ride in? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

How does the National Park Service bring railroad history to life? Debbie Conway talks about the site, its history, and details her plans for what she wants to see in the future. 2016 Roundhouse Survey & Northeast Corridor Giveaway! To celebrate approaching 50 episodes, we are conducting a listener survey to see how we can continue to improve the show. Because we want to give back to you as well, we have partnered with Luxury Rail Travel to bring you an amazing giveaway. Complete this survey, and you will be entered to win two tickets aboard a former Pennsylvania Railroad observation car from Philadelphia to New York City on October 30, 2016! Click here for more information about the trip! Each winner receives two tickets, a $210 value, and we will be choosing two winners at random. If you want to guarantee your seat aboard this trip, Luxury Rail Travel is offering Roundhouse listeners a discount. Enter the coupon 'Roundhouse' at checkout to receive 35% off of your ticket. If you win the survey drawing, your ticket price will be fully refunded! The survey closes on September 7th at 11:59 P.M. Eastern Time. Question of the Day (47:20) What is your favorite piece of history at Steamtown? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

What does it take to promote and celebrate Amtrak's past and present? Lead Brand Communications Specialist Matt Donnelly joins us to share how he built his career with Amtrak, the story behind the Heritage Units, and what trips he has enjoyed most. 2016 Roundhouse Survey & Northeast Corridor Giveaway! To celebrate approaching 50 episodes, we are conducting a listener survey to see how we can continue to improve the show. Because we want to give back to you as well, we have partnered with Luxury Rail Travel to bring you an amazing giveaway. Complete this survey, and you will be entered to win two tickets aboard a former Pennsylvania Railroad observation car from Philadelphia to New York City on October 30, 2016! Click here for more information about the trip! Each winner receives two tickets, a $210 value, and we will be choosing two winners at random. If you want to guarantee your seat aboard this trip, Luxury Rail Travel is offering Roundhouse listeners a discount. Enter the coupon 'Roundhouse' at checkout to receive 35% off of your ticket. If you win the survey drawing, your ticket price will be fully refunded! The survey closes on September 7th at 11:59 P.M. Eastern Time. Question of the Day (43:25) How have you enjoyed traveling on Amtrak? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

What compels someone young to enter the world of print publishing in the 21st Century? We talk with Rudy Garbely (founder) and Richard King (author) from Garbely Publishing about their work and the histories they are exploring. In particular, we look at the Rahway Valley Railroad and what gave this New Jersey shortline such character. To learn more about Garbely Publishing, visit their website here. In this episode, Nick reviews their book 'Just a Short Line - The Story of the Rahway Valley Railroad - Volume II', which is available for purchase here. Question of the Day (27:10) What is your favorite railroad book? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

"If you're a railfan, here you're not strange. Here you're a part of the gang automatically. You fit right in, and that makes our guests very comfortable". We chat with Tom Davis, innkeeper for the Station Inn about his 22 years providing railfans with the ideal Pennsylvania getaway. The station in is located in Cresson, PA, along what used to be the Pennsylvania Railroad's mainline. Now, Norfolk Southern sends approximately 70 trains per day through the region. Landmarks in the area include Horseshoe Curve, the Gallitzin Tunnels, and of course, The Station Inn. Question of the Day (27:10) What is your favorite memory of staying in a hotel or bed & breakfast while railfanning? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

297 British steam locomotives were sent to Woodham Brothers scrapyard in Barry. 213 survived into preservation. How did one man make all of this possible? Author, historian, and preservationist Roger Hardingham shares this incredible story with us, along with his memories of Dai Woodham. Question of the Day (43:05) What do you find most interesting about the story of Woodham Brothers? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

...ride along with us as we travel on Budd Cars from the 1950s. We'll be traveling from Pottsville to Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, talking with passengers and crew, and exploring the history of the anthracite region. Here's your ticket, so climb aboard! The Reading & Northern Railroad is a shortline based in eastern Pennsylvania. Throughout the year, the railroad operates excursion trains using steam and diesel locomotives. This year, they have restored two 1950s 'Budd Cars' to operation as a new method of conveying people around their network. To learn more about the Reading & Northern RDC trips, visit their website. R&N Facility Technician Briar Stern - 1:48 Joanne Wood, Jackie Szeliga & Family - 8:04 R&N President Andy Muller - 11:40 Somersault Letterpress - 18:33 Carson Shappell - 30:03 R&N General Manager Matt Fisher - 31:52 R&N Food Host Nancy - 39:10 Question of the Day (43:05) What is your Rail Diesel Car experience? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

How do you digitize a steam loco? Steve Lerro of K&L Trainz talks with us about creating 3D computer models of steam locomotives for Trainz Railroad Simulator, how he hired famous voices for his promo videos, and why he believes train simulators are outgrowing model railroading. EXCLUSIVE OFFER: Click here to save $3 on the Chesapeake & Ohio 614 set and support the show! To learn more about their products, visit their website at KLTrainz.com. Question of the Day (45:41) Do you own any steam locomotives by K&L Trainz? What do you think about them? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

Have you ever been to a railway museum that covered steam, diesel, and electric railroad history? Marketing Director Ed Rosengren takes us on a virtual tour of the Illinois Railway Museum, discusses their newly purchased turntable, and how they are connected to Hollywood filmmaking. To learn more about the Illinois Railway Museum, be sure to visit their website at irm.org! Question of the Day (29:58) How are you celebrating National Train Day? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

At the age of 15, Madison Kirkman embarked on a journey to save and restore one of the last remaining McKeen Motor Railcars in existance. Now 17, he shares his journey with us and what it will take to bring the 'Cuyamaca' back to the rails. To learn more about this fascinating project, visit McKeenRailcar.com. Question of the Day (47:05) What is your favorite self-propelled railcar? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

Want to ride a train to the Grand Canyon? CMO Eric Hadder talks about the trip you'll experience, the historic nature of their steam locomotives, the return of #29, and how he entered the railroad industry. Question of the Day (48:23) What is the most luxurious passenger car you've traveled in? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

Where steam has reigned for two decades, Gen. Superintendant John Garner shares the details about maintaining and operating locomotive #734, restoring C&O 1309, and how their foundation works to connect people to the industry. This episode was requested by Charles Shipp. Let us know what you want to hear in an upcoming episode. Question of the Day (31:47) If you’ve been to the WMSR, how was your trip? If not, what looks most exciting about visiting? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

What does it take to design a board game about building a railway? Game Designer Tony Boydell talks about his game Snowdonia, how it was inspired by a real cog railway, and how these games bring railway history to life. Question of the Day (42:52) What is your favorite railroad board or card game? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

How do you sell a passenger car? We talk with John Suscheck, Founder and CEO of Ozark Mountain Railcar, about being a railroad equipment broker, the challenges and rewards of buying this equipment, and how the phases of the moon affect sales. This episode marks our First Anniversary of the show. No matter if you've been listening for one week or one year, thank you for being part of our community! Question of the Day (35:48) Go to Ozark Mountain Railcar's website. If money and restoration costs were no object, what would you buy? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

What does it take to run a hobby store in the 21st Century? John Kavulich, President of Niagara Hobby & Craft Mart in Cheektowaga NY, joins us to discuss the triumphs and trials of the business. We visit the store in-person, hear from customer Esh Estarfaa and employee Al Plant, and interview John in his office! Question of the Day (39:43) What is your favorite memory of visiting a hobby store? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

As Chief Mechanical Officer of the Reading 2100 steam locomotive restoration, Jason discusses the status of the restoration and his extensive work in the rail preservation field. Question of the Day (43:20) What is your New Year's Rail Resolution? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

Thomas the Tank Engine is beloved by millions of children around the world, but we tend to think of it solely as a 'kid's show'. Today, we talk with Ryan Hagan, administrator for the Sodor Island Forums, about how The Railway Series was based in actual British railway history, how it has helped rail preservation, and why it still matters today. Sodor Island Fansite Sodor Island Blog Thomas Episode - Escape Related Episodes: Linn W. Moedinger – President of the Strasburg Rail Road Steam Locos in Profile - Chris Eden-Green Question of the Day Did you grow up with Thomas? How do you look back on it now? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

Are you ready for a steam-powered adventure? We're attending Strasburg Rail Road's Steampunk unLimited weekend to learn more about the Steampunk culture and the many ways it connects to railroading. This episode includes interviews with performers, vendors, and convention attendees, as well as the sounds of steam locomotives hard at work! Steampunk unLimited Friday Evening - Jeremy & Tara Stand, Dextre Tripp, Pyrophoric: 0:01:55 Steam Train at Night: 0:08:42 Saturday Begins - Karen Musitano: 0:11:34 Fashion Show - Alicia Downs, Cathy Amerling, Dianne Miller: 0:14:38 Shop Tour - Jon Rhine, Kevin Blevins, David Lotfi: 23:32 Bartitsu - Prof. Mark Donnelly: 36:14 Romance of Train Travel - Mia Lavorata: 42:38 Victorian Dinner Train - Keith Linker, Louis Wolf, Al: Music - Frenchy and the Punk, Abney Park: 56:04 Sunday Tea - Herbal Turtle Teas, High Tea Train: 1:00:00 Authors - Ascension Epoch: 1:01:50 Model Railroading and Steampunk - John Richardson: 1:04:56 Question of the Day What is the steam locomotive with the most impressive history? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

Chris shares how his love of trains led him to create Steam Locos in Profile, why he enjoys presenting on-camera, and how he successfully crowdfunded his Season 1 DVD. This episode is sponsored by the Strasburg Rail Road. Click here to learn more about their upcoming Steampunk unLimited event! Question of the Day (50:34) What is (or was) your hometown railroad? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

Western New York & Pennsylvania Railroad - President Carl Belke talks with us about his 40+ year career in the railroad industry, including his tenure at the Delaware & Hudson, why he prefers ALCOs, and how the WNYP participated in the 2010 movie 'Unstoppable'. This episode is sponsored by the Strasburg Rail Road. Click here to learn more about their upcoming Steampunk unLimited event! News We discuss recent events at Norfolk Southern, including Chairman of the Board Wick Moorman stepping down, end of Roadrailers, and the purchase of the southern Delaware & Hudson lines. Carl Belke Interview (3:50) Getting Started in the Industry in the '70s - 3:50 His thoughts on the Norfolk Southern D&H purchase - 16:27 His role at the Western New York & Pennsylvania - 23:30 The importance of ALCOs - 32:22 Railfans - 35:26 Filming 'Unstoppable' - 39:44 The future of the WNYP - 47:43 Question of the Day (53:52) What is (or was) your hometown railroad? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

Train simulators are serious(ly fun) business. Mike Cyr, head of two train sim development companies, joins us to discuss his history with producing content for Trainz Railroad Simulator, what he enjoys about being self-employed in the hobby, and what the team at Crosstie Studios is working to put into their new train simulator. Question of the Day (31:09) What would you like to see in a train simulator? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

The Chief Operating Officer of the Friends of the 261 joins us to talk about the history of preserving this locomotive, its role in the film 'Public Enemies', and how he got to meet President Bill Clinton on a train! Question of the Day (47:55) With summer halfway over, what have you accomplished, and what are you looking forward to? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

We're traveling behind steam locomotive Nickel Plate Road #765 from Youngstown to Ashtabula and back. On the way, we'll talk to crew from the Fort Wayne RR Historical Society, passengers, and spectators. Here's your ticket, so climb aboard! Nickel Plate 765 Adventure 1:42 - Passengers (Fred Smith, Gale Rigby) 5:48 - Arrival of 765, Spectators (Mike Long, Bob Straley) 9:50 - Tour of the Tool Car, 765 Crew (Rob, Nick) 20:56 - Departure from Youngstown 24:43 - 765 Crew (Jason Sobczynski, Rachel Weibel) 39:57 - Arriving in Ashtabula, 765 Crew (Joe Knapke) 45:55 - Ashtabula (Mike Huhn, Chris Tocarcik, Paul Andrews, Josh Cohen) 55:58 - Departing Ashtabula, FWRHS President Bill Otter 1:07:18 - Kelly Lynch, Communications Manager 1:26:30 - 'Dover Harbor' car attendant Lawrence Biemiller, Passenger (Pat Ryan) 1:36:45 - Car Attendant Dan Meckstroth, Arriving in Youngstown Question of the Day (1:44:00) Tell me about a trip or experience you've had with Nickel Plate 765. Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

As the Assistant Contract Administrator, Andrea talks about working for the Strasburg Rail Road, explains the work she provides for steam locomotives, and describes the 'Culture of Steam'. This episode is sponsored by the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society. Visit their website to see their 2015 Summer Mainline Excursion schedule and book your tickets today! Question of the Day (44:04) With summer halfway over, what have you accomplished, and what are you looking forward to? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!