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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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52:40

Steam Locos in Profile - Chris Eden Green

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2015/10/10

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

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56:35

029: WNYP Railroad President Carl Belke

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2015/09/27

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

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32:46

028: Jointed Rail - Founder Mike Cyr

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2015/09/12

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

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50:14

Milwaukee Road 261 - Steve Sandberg

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2015/08/15

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

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01:46:12

Nickel Plate 765 Adventure

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2015/08/01

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

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46:31

025: Strasburg Rail Road - Andrea Biesecker

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2015/07/24

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

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37:30

024: Rikki Burchett

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2015/07/11

Firewoman and engineer Rikki talks about being part of 'The Lone Ranger' movie crew, working on steam locomotives big and small, and her advice with connecting to a tourist railroad. 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! News Amtrak is selling parts from their retired AEM-7 locomotives. Is there something you'd like to buy

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42:24

023: Trains Magazine Editor Jim Wrinn

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2015/07/04

Ever wonder what it's like to be the editor for Trains Magazine? Jim tells you what he looks for in a good railroad story! Jim Wrinn Interview Jim began reading Trains Magazine at the age of 6. His parents bought it to stimulate his reading; he enjoyed it for the pictures. As he worked his way up in the field of journalism, he eventually became the Editor in 2004. Jim shares some memorable stories that have come across his desk, the excitement regarding Norfolk & Western 611, and how the

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28:17

022: 2015 NRHS Convention and Other Recent Adventures

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2015/06/28

NRHS Convention, Batman breaking the law, Bessemer & Lake Erie, and more! I'm riding solo today to talk about my latest adventures and share some photos! News Amtrak has donated AEM-7 #915 to the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania. This veteran of the Northeast Corridor will now serve to convey recent railroading history to museum patrons. Rocky Mountain Express Review (2:36) Since I interviewed Director Stephen Low on the show in our last episode, I thought I should review his film here.

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01:29:28

021: Rocky Mountain Express Film - Director Stephen Low

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2015/06/13

Steam locomotive in IMAX! Starring CP 2816, Rocky Mountain Express tells the tale of constructing the Canadian Transcontinental Railroad. Director Stephen Low joins us to discuss his career in documentary filmmaking, what led to the creation of this film, and provides us with insight behind some of the amazing scenes! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ia3cUsSQjzY Rocky Mountain Express - Director Stephen Low Stephen was interested in trains from an early age, volunteering at the Canadian Railway

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58:37

020: Restoring a Royal Hudson

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2015/06/06

Canadian Pacific #2860 has led an interesting history, and at 75 years old it is about to embark on a new chapter. West Coast Railway Association's President Emeritus Don Evans visits us to share details about this locomotive's restoration, the history of the Association, its fascinating collection of rolling stock, and how it reaches out to the public. News Norfolk & Western #611 completed its first excursion since 1994. The train traveled from Spencer NC to its hometown of Roanoke VA. An

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46:03

019: Historic Railroad Simulation - Paul Charland

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2015/05/30

Train simulators are often thought of as means of replicating modern railroading, but how can they be used to convey railroad history? Content creator and route builder Paul Charland (Fonda Johnstown & Gloversville Railroad, Dominion Atlantic Railway) talks with us about recreating shortlines in Microsoft Train Simulator. News Norfolk Southern has completed repainting a Union Pacific DDA40X diesel locomotive for the St. Louis Museum of Transportation. I definitely hope to photograph this when it

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37:11

018: The Last Logging Railroad

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2015/05/23

Did you know about the Simpson Railroad? This logging railroad in the wilderness of Washington state is the last in the United States. Now, the Simpson Railroad faces an uncertain future due to the company which owns it shutting down its mill operations in June of 2015. We talk with local historians and residents to answer the question: What has made the Simpson Railroad so unique? News Fire Up 611 reached a new milestone this past week. Norfolk & Western #611 operated under its own power of

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44:09

017: Top Ten Railfan Travel Items, Rail U.S.A. Maps

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2015/05/17

Summer is almost here. What should you pack for your next railfanning trip? I share my Top Ten suggestions, along with introducing you to the Rail U.S.A. maps by Bella Terra Publishing. We'll also be discussing the recent derailment of Amtrak Train #188. News Amtrak Train #188 crashed in Philadelphia on the evening of May 12th, 2015. NTSB has confirmed the train was traveling at 102 MPH around a curve limited to 50. The engineer is cooperating in the investigation, and the NTSB is investigating

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50:18

016: Steam Into History

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2015/05/09

As you know, preserving railroad history of the 19th Century is difficult due to the limited amount of equipment which has survived for so long. Steam Into History Inc. provides a unique opportunity for you to connect with the Civil War era using replica equipment and historical reenactors. COO Robert Gotwols joins us to talk about the formation of this railroad, how they engage with their hometown community, and how they plan to expand in the future! NewsHappy National Train Day! I hope you

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52:38

015: Reading 2100 - Kelly Lynch

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2015/05/02

Ever since it was announced that Reading T1 #2100 would be restored to operation, many of you have raised questions about the condition of the locomotive, what the restoration will require, and what the future of the locomotive holds. Kelly Lynch joins us to answer these and discuss how we can keep steam restoration alive! NewsToday is the 141st Kentucky Derby, and three railroads have taken their Office Car Specials to the races: Norfolk Southern, CSX, and R. J. Corman. Click here for a video of

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42:24

014: 2015 ATRRM Spring Conference, Backyard Railroading

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2015/04/25

The Association of Tourist Railroads and Railway Museums (ATRRM) is the result of a recent merger between two rail preservation organizations. We learn more about what they do, how they help organizations in the industry, and why they want to help you find a good place to volunteer. News Fire Up 2100, the campaign to restore Reading T1 Steam locomotive #2100 has released new information. The locomotive is in transit to Cleveland, where it will undergo mechanical inspection before restoration at

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48:24

013: Talyllyn Railway 150th Anniversary

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2015/04/18

Wales is a country of beautiful countryside, and with equipment that is over 150 years old the Talyllyn Railway takes you back in time in this landscape. General Manager Chris Price about how the railway became the first preserved line in the world, what you can expect when you visit, the relationship it has with The Railway Series (Thomas the Tank Engine), and how the 150th Anniversary is being celebrated. NewsAfter visiting Washington D.C., I rode Amtrak's Capitol Limited back to my home in

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01:09:10

012: Ross Rowland - The American Feedom Train,...

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2015/04/11

Known by many for making the American Freedom Train of 1976 a reality, Ross Rowland has been involved in the formation of several railroad projects over the past 50 years. Here he reviews his past history, tells us about how John Wayne helped in the formation of the AFT, and what his plans are for the Yellow Ribbon Express! NewsLast weekend in Washington D.C., I visited the National Museum of American history which has an impressive railroading exhibit. Click here to see images of the original

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43:44

011: Fire Up 611! Scott Lindsay

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2015/04/04

The Fire Up 611! campaign has been a tremendous success so far, with the locomotive nearing completion to operation. Chief Mechanical Officer Scott Lindsay provides us an update on the restoration of this locomotive, an overview of the campaign beyond the locomotive, and discusses his involvement with the 2002 Winter Olympics. NewsThis past Tuesday (March 31) the Fire Up 611 team...well...fired up 611. The boiler maintained a pressure of 300 PSI. I received a message from Shelley asking if I could

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