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The Roundhouse Podcast

Do you love trains and railroads? The Roundhouse brings you the most interesting news, stories, and interviews about the railroad industry, hobby, history, and more.

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44:57

Youngstown Steel Heritage

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2017/11/07

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

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37:23

Saving the Last Logging Railroad

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2017/09/30

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

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44:36

Steel Manufacturing and Railroads

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2017/09/17

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

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43:28

The Joliet Rocket - NKP 765 Excursion

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2017/08/27

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

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21:17

Bring Back 757 - Campaign Launch

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2017/08/01

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

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09:02

MINI 03: WWII Battle on a Train

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2017/07/22

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

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01:05:18

062: The Great Train Robbery

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2017/07/01

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,

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52:47

Saving a Boxcar at the Age of 15

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2017/06/04

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

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01:05:58

Robin Coombes: Railway Photographer

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2017/05/21

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

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28:13

059: Great Train Story (Museum of Science & Industry...

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2017/05/06

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!

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08:20

MINI 02: Strasburg Rail Road's Early Days

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2017/04/30

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'!

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33:47

058: Museum of Science and Industry

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2017/04/23

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

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08:21

MINI 01: Rich Melvin & Nickel Plate 765

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2017/04/15

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.

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14:41

057: Tri-State Bought an ALCO

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2017/04/09

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

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32:53

056: Iowa Pacific Hoosier State

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2017/04/02

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

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43:21

055: American Association of Private Rail Car Owners...

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2017/03/11

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

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40:10

50 Years of Australian Railroading

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2017/02/12

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

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30:39

053: Western New York & Pennsylvania Santa Train

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2017/01/28

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

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01:01:43

052: Bessemer & Lake Erie Railroad - History and...

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2017/01/22

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

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57:30

051: National Model Railroad Association

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2016/12/17

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

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