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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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52:22

The History of Hospital Trains

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2024/03/08

We interview Alexandra Kitty, author of "A Different Track: Hospital Trains of the Second World War", about the forgotten history of hospital trains, their role in WWII, and the healthcare workers who staffed them. This episode is sponsored by the Mechanical Services department of the Strasburg Rail Road. Question of the Day What is a piece of railroad history that is often overlooked? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in the next episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, share this

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53:28

140: Short Line Railroad History Meets Classical Music

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2024/01/25

More episodes: https://theroundhousepodcast.com Mark Rheaume, composer of "That's the Way the Railroad Went" discusses how he created a 38 minute piece of music incorporating interviews documenting the Central Iowa Railway Company, a short line with a brief existence in the 1970s. Listen to Mark's piece: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Onx6JMOBP2A Question of the Day What is your favorite musical piece about railroading? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in the next episode. Subscribe

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55:10

139: Lionel Artist Angela Trotta Thomas

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2023/12/20

What is it like to paint official portraits of Lionel Trains? We are talking to Angela Trotta Thomas about her Lionel (and real train) paintings, her process of creating a scene, how she infuses her work with nostalgia, and her advice for getting into painting. See more of Angela's paintings: https://www.angelatrottathomas.com/ Question of the Day Going into the new year, what are you excited about? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in the next episode. Subscribe on Apple

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01:00:41

138: Behind the Scenes of N&W 611 Excursions

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2023/11/21

How did the idea for the 2023 excursions in Central Virginia come about? What logistics are required to put excursions together? Is converting Norfolk & Western 611 to oil burning being discussed? How can you become involved in future excursions? Zac McGinnis, Excursion Manager for the Virginia Museum of Transportation, answers these questions and more. Question of the Day What are your favorite holiday railroad memories? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in the next episode. Subscribe

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01:14:09

137: The Future of the NMRA

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2023/10/24

National Model Railroad Association President Gordy Robinson and Social Media Manager Lucy Dormont join us for a full conversation about the challenges facing the organization and the work they are involved with to bring it into the future. Question of the Day What gives you hope in the future of model railroading? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in the next episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is

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55:19

136: Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad and Museum

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2023/09/20

Learn about the preservation work that Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad and Museum is involved with, the opportunities and challenges of being based in central Portland, and how they use events to maximize their community outreach. This episode is sponsored by Strasburg Rail Road Mechanical Services and Rail and Road Auctions. Question of the Day What piece of narrow gauge history do you enjoy most? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in the next episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, share

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47:29

135: Reading #2100 - American Steam Railroad

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2023/08/30

Rob Gardner, President of American Steam Railroad Preservation Association, provides updates on the restoration of Reading Railroad T-1 #2100 and what is planned for the future. This episode is sponsored by Strasburg Rail Road Mechanical Services and Rail and Road Auctions. Question of the Day What steam locomotive restoration are you most excited about? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in the next episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, share this episode with at least one person

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58:30

134: Puffing Billy Railway - Sustainability and Success

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2023/08/01

The Puffing Billy Railway is a world famous tourist railway near Melbourne, Australia. CEO Peter Abbott speaks with us about the importance of the people connected to it (staff, volunteers, and community), how the railway works to overcome challenges, and what it means to operate it sustainably. This episode is sponsored by Strasburg Rail Road Mechanical Services and Rail and Road Auctions. Question of the Day If you've visited the Puffing Billy Railway, what was your experience like? If not, what

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01:08:18

133: Yosemite Valley Railroad - History and Modeling

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2023/06/21

The Yosemite Valley Railroad was a connection between the Southern Pacific and Yosemite National Park that brought tourists in by the thousands, and it also hauled a considerable amount of freight. Jack Burgess is dedicated to understanding the history and operations of the railroad, and has even interviewed past employees. He shares the history of this railroad with us, along with answering the question of how he has remained so focused on this particular railroad for over 40 years! This episode is

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01:08:22

132: Train Time! Interview with Director Stephen Low

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2023/05/16

IMAX film director Stephen Low talks about the process of making Train Time, a documentary looking at the operations of BNSF Railway. He shares how this project was different from Rocky Mountain Express, the methods used to capture some of the amazing shots in the film, and the challenges that were unique to this project. This episode is sponsored by Strasburg Rail Road Mechanical Services and Rail and Road Auctions. Question of the Day What is your favorite example of a train on film? Let me know

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59:21

131: Flour by Rail Project

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2023/04/18

The Flour by Rail Project is a unique effort to present Buffalo NY's industrial history in conjunction with its railroads. Charlie Monte Verde, VP of Genesee Valley Transportation and Luke Irvine, Director of the Buffalo USA Foundation, talk about this project's history, accomplishments so far, and their ultimate goals for the site. Charlie also gives us a sneak peak at what to expect with GVT's recent purchase of a rare ALCO PA locomotive. Watch this episode on YouTube. This episode is sponsored by

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01:23:25

130: Marketing in Rail Preservation

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2023/03/21

How can you market your tourist railroad, museum, or non-profit organization more effectively? Eric Mencis, Operations Manager for Western Maryland Scenic Railroad, Joey Bryan, Communications Manager for Nashville Steam Preservation Society, and Hal Raven, Owner of the Saratoga Corinth & Hudson Railway, discuss their approaches to marketing and advertising their businesses and organizations. Watch this episode on YouTube. This episode is sponsored by Strasburg Rail Road Mechanical Services and Rail

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01:15:58

129: Volunteering in Rail Preservation - Panel...

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2023/02/22

Do you have questions regarding how to get volunteers into rail preservation? Where to find them? How to make them feel like part of a team? Our panel consisting of Wiscasset Waterville and Farmington Railway Trainmaster Ed Lecuyer, Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society Volunteer Coordinator Christopher Homco, and Pennsylvania Trolley Museum Volunteer Coordinator Kristen Fredriksen answers your questions! Watch this episode on YouTube. This episode is sponsored by Strasburg Rail Road Mechanical

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36:23

128: Cass Scenic Railroad

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2023/01/23

Cass Scenic Railroad is a gem of a tourist railroad in West Virginia. Director of Communications Walter Scriptunas II talks about the history of the line, how they keep their steam logging locomotives operational, and what the future holds with their rebuilt rail connection between Durbin and Cass. Cover photo by Walter Scriptunas II. More podcast episodes: https://theroundhousepodcast.com Thank you to our sponsor: https://mechanical.strasburgrailroad.com/ Question of the Day What panel discussions

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29:29

127: The Voice of Pentrex - Dave Drui

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2022/12/27

Do you remember watching Pentrex? The company produced many hour-long videos showcasing different railroads around the continent. One consistent and crucial element of these was the narrator who would describe the history and scenes unfolding. Dave Drui is that narrator, and he talks with us about how he became involved with these productions and how they have made him appreciate trains and railroads even more. Question of the Day What’s one of your favorite railfan VHS tapes? Let me know and I

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36:13

126: Pennsylvania Trolley Museum - Founder Art Ellis

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2022/11/16

At 102 years old, Art Ellis has many memories from living in Pittsburgh, riding trolleys, working for Pittsburgh Railways, and helping to found the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum. Question of the Day What’s your favorite piece of trolley or interurban history? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in the next episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!

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41:01

125: California State Railroad Museum

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2022/10/20

We're continuing to trade spaces with the California State Railroad Museum. Coordinator of Exhibits and Interpretive Programs Kim Whitfield shares some highlights of their impressive collection, how they are embracing digital tools to showcase it, and the significance of storytelling in railroad history. Question of the Day What’s your favorite piece of California Railroad history? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in the next episode. Subscribe on Apple Podcasts, share this episode

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49:29

Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad Returning to Operation

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2022/09/15

Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad is returning to operation. Western Forest Industries Museum Executive Director Bethan Maher shares her vision of reopening the railroad, how it can represent the history of the Pacific Northwest, and why it's important to so many people. Question of the Day If you've been to Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad, what was your experience like? If not, what is your favorite logging locomotive? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on

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52:02

Railroad Photographers Lucius Beebe and Charles Clegg

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2022/08/17

We are "trading spaces" with the California State Railroad Museum's "The Roundhouse Crosstalk Podcast". We are featuring their episode on noted railroad photographers Lucius Beebe and Charles Clegg. Tony Reevy, author of "The Railroad Photography of Lucius Beebe and Charles Clegg," discusses their impact on railroad photography and how they managed to maintain an openly gay relationship in the 1940s and 50s. Question of the Day Who is your favorite railroad author? Let me know and I will respond to

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57:12

West Coast Railroaders Group

The Roundhouse Podcast ·

2022/07/21

How does one use railroading in meaningful ways to make people happy and strengthen communities? Ken Marty, President of West Coast Railroaders Group, discusses how his company uses speeder cars for everything from fire suppression to partnering with the Make a Wish Foundation to provide children with unforgettable experiences. Question of the Day What is an event or organization (doesn't have to be related to railroading) that you’ve been part of that benefitted your community? Let me know and I

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