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Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast

Join us as we bring you stories from model railroaders just like you. We talk to enthusiasts across the hobby and learn about their beginnings, challenges, accomplishments and ultimately what excites and motivates them. Come hang out with us Around The Layout and be inspired to create your own model railroading story to share.

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68:46

Don Irace & The Providence & Worcester

Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast ·

2023/01/31

He’s been talked about a lot on Around The Layout, but now it’s time to hear from Don Irace himself. Don’s original Providence & Worcester layout in Scituate, Rhode Island was known by many as the layout to see in southern New England, and he gives us the backstory on it’s creation. He shares how he developed operations on this layout, and how lessons from Scituate guided the second version after his move to Sebastian, Florida. Don has inspired many to create their own layouts, and he talks

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71:17

Mark Herrick & The BNSF Montana Division

Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast ·

2023/01/17

We give Streamyard the night off as Mark Herrick does an in-person visit to the Around The Layout studio and tells us about his model railroading journey that has led to the BNSF Montana Division. Listen as Mark tells us about how trips to Montana in his teenage years formed his love of the Burlington Northern and how a trip to “The Mall” sparked his interest in model railroading. Mark also shares how membership in the NMRA led him to a network of great model railroaders and even greater friends

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47:20

2023 Railroad Hobby Show Preview with John Sacerdote

Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast ·

2023/01/16

With all of the holiday decorations put away, there's one more big event to look forward to, and that's the 2023 Amherst Railway Society Railroad Hobby Show. With over 350 exhibitors and 50 operating layouts filling four buildings at the Eastern States Exposition, this is an event that cannot be missed! We grab hold of a very busy John Sacerdote, Show Director, and get a history lesson on the show before previewing the must see vendors, layouts, clinics and events and providing tips on getting the

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57:51

John Farrington & Somerset Industrial

Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast ·

2023/01/03

We’re off to the Sunshine State for a visit to Sebastian, the town that might become the capital of model railroading in Florida, and meet up with John Farrington. We learn how his grandfather helped light his youthful passion for model trains and how he rediscovered the hobby through content on YouTube. John talks about creating his own YouTube channel and by doing so, is paying forward the knowledge he’s obtained. Additionally, we learn how John met fellow resident Don Irace and the role he’s

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65:27

Dean Ferris & Oregon Joint Line

Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast ·

2022/12/20

On this episode, we head down to Decatur, Texas and head above the garage to check out Dean Ferris’ Oregon Joint Line in N scale. Dean tells us how railfanning as a youth and as a college student played a major role in his decision to model the Pacific Northwest. He also discusses how his current layout has changed and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Additionally, Dean shares how he’s met Chris Atkins, Greg McComas, Chris Palmieri and many others that have become regulars at his operating

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89:27

Sammy Carlile & Santa Fe Hereford Subdivision

Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast ·

2022/12/06

It’s Santa Fe All The Way on this episode of Around The Layout as we talk to Oklahoma’s own Sammy Carlile about his Santa Fe Hereford Subdivision HO scale layout. We learn how train trips as a kid fostered Sammy’s love for trains and especially the Santa Fe. We also hear about his passion for railroad photography; the challenges of pre-digital photography that we may have forgotten about and how these captures became a great resource for modeling. Additionally, we learn how his son Samuel has taken

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33:01

Thanksgiving 2022 Live Special

Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast ·

2022/11/24

On Thanksgiving Eve 2022, I went live on Facebook and YouTube to express my thanks to the many folks who have made Around The Layout possible. Here's the recording of that event. Find out why I don't do the podcast live as I stumble through without a whole lot of notes but with a lot of appreciation for those who have contributed to the show. Check out our website: www.aroundthelayout.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aroundthelayoutSend us an email: aroundthelayout@gmail.com

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65:41

Tom Johnson & Cass County

Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast ·

2022/11/22

What do you get when you combine an art teacher with a love of model railroading? You get Tom Johnson and a spectacular layout filled with super detailed scenes that tell the story of the late 70's in northern Indiana. Listen as Tom tells about growing up around the prototype and how it has influenced him to create a freelance story of his own on a layout perfectly sized for simple, yet realistic operations. Tom also shares the backstory of his recent article in the October 2022 Railroad Model

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52:56

What's Happening In Model Railroading November 2022 -...

Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast ·

2022/11/15

For the November edition of What's Happening In Model Railroading, we take a (virtual) trip to Tillsonburg, Ontario, Canada to Otter Valley Railroad and talk to owner Lorne James. Lorne tells us about his family owned shop and how it started as a young man's dream and became one of the premier model railroad retailers in Canada. Lorne also tells how Otter Valley is expanding into the manufacturing business with their first line of cars, and takes us through his process of meticulous research to

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67:52

John Sacerdote & Berlin, Bangor and Maine

Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast ·

2022/11/08

While most know Bloomfield Connecticut's John Sacerdote as the well dressed Show Director of the Amherst Railway Society's Railroad Hobby Show, this episode focuses on John the layout owner as we explore his Berlin, Bangor and Maine layout. John talks about how a trip to an iconic Hartford Connecticut department store ignited a lifelong love affair with model trains that has lasted to this day. Learn more about the Amherst Railway Society here: http://amherstrail.org/Check out our website:

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71:35

Greg McComas & Michigan Interstate St. Clair Subdivision

Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast ·

2022/10/25

On this episode, we head back to the Lone Star State and talk to Greg McComas, owner of the Michigan Interstate St. Clair Subdivision and MAC Rail Products. Greg fills us in on how the idea for his freelance railroad developed, then shares how he's implemented his vision on his double deck layout. We also learn how MAC Rail was born out of a necessity to create niche parts and has grown to supplying those hard to find modern details.Like and follow the Michigan Interstate on Facebook:

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84:24

Scott Thornton & The Milan Branch

Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast ·

2022/10/11

There are some folks who aren’t afraid to take on a challenge, and Scott Thornton is one of them. Join us as Scott tells how he’s not only building his first layout, but also writing about it in an ongoing series in the hobby’s leading publication, Railroad Model Craftsman. Scott also shares his passion for enhancing operations with takeaways from the fantasy board gamer world and how he’s developing a theatre aspect to his layout. From his involvement with Iowa Scaled Engineering and his own

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56:14

What's Happening In Model Railroading October 2022 -...

Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast ·

2022/10/10

There wasn't a What's Happening in Model Railroading episode in September, so we needed the right guy to get us back on the rails, and that guy is none other than the editor of Model Railroad News, Tony Cook. Tony's notebook was full of what seems to be a flood of new product releases and he highlights quite a few, including offerings from Rapido, Walthers, Diecast Masters, Broadway Limited, ExactRail and much more. Subscribe to Model Railroad News and get all the latest happenings in the hobby

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63:49

Chris Palmieri, Home Shops & The Meridian Speedway

Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast ·

2022/09/27

In this episode of Around The Layout, we go deep into the vivid imagination of Chris Palmieri and learn about the alternate railroading reality he has created in the freelance world of "The Meridian Speedway." Chris talks about the how he, from an early age, has been developing his own model railroad story based on his deep and growing knowledge of prototype operations. You'll learn how this has led to the creation of Home Shops, LLC and how his new venture helps spread not only his story but those

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64:07

Chris Atkins & The Sheridan and Everywhere West

Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast ·

2022/09/13

They say “everything is bigger in Texas” and Chris Atkins’ Sheridan and Everywhere West HO Scale Layout is beginning to live up to it. Chris tells us how he came to own his former Texas & Pacific section house and shares his progress as he brings his proto-freelance empire to life. He also talks about his role in the upcoming 2023 Texas Express NMRA National Convention and how that’s adding some pressure to have the layout ready for tours and operations.HO Scale Sheridan and Everywhere West

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57:26

Isaac Fabris & The CN/IC Heyworth Spur

Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast ·

2022/08/30

Illinois’ own Isaac Fabris climbs aboard and tells us about his CN/IC Heyworth Spur and the events that led up to him modeling his hometown railroad. Isaac shares his thoughts on layout design and gives helpful tips to those just starting out in the planning process. Check out the CN/IC Heyworth Spur Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/607099757235527Check out our website: www.aroundthelayout.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aroundthelayoutSend us an email:

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54:28

What's Happening In Model Railroading August 2022 -...

Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast ·

2022/08/23

On our first “What’s Happening in Model Railroading” show, we catch up with a very busy Tony Cook, Editor of Model Railroad News. Tony tells us about some of the exciting product announcements at the St. Louis Railroad Prototype Modelers Meet and the National Train Show at the Gateway 2022 NMRA National Convention. Ray and Tony also talk about the explosion of “cottage industry” manufacturers and the positive impact they are having on the hobby. Subscribe to Model Railroad News:

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52:41

Dave Oppedisano & The BNSF Lakeside Subdivision

Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast ·

2022/08/16

Dave Oppedisano joins us to talk about his BNSF Lakeside Subdivision layout. Ray and Dave met at the New England/Northeast Railroad Prototype Modelers Meet in Springfield MA, and they discuss this event and Dave's presentation during NERPM. Dave tells us about the Lakeside Sub area and the parts he's incorporating into his layout. He also shares advice about choosing backdrop materials and shares his passion for all things electronics. Check out our website: www.aroundthelayout.comFollow us on

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69:19

Dan Dossa & The Minnesota Commercial

Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast ·

2022/08/02

Dan Dossa joins us from Eden Prairie, Minnesota to tell us about his Minnesota Commercial HO scale switching layout. Dan shares his progression in the hobby and how the prototype aligned perfectly for model railroad operations. Dan also talks about his involvement in the Twin Cities Division of the NMRA and their outstanding podcast, TCD Crossing Gate. Listen to Dan and the crew at the TCD Crossing Gate here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1429390Learn more about the Twin Cities Division of the NMRA:

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27:17

Special: Connecticut Yankee NER Regional Convention

Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast ·

2022/08/01

NMRA Nutmeg Division Superintendent Jeff Hanke stops by to tell us about the upcoming Connecticut Yankee Regional Convention. Jeff previews the events that will be taking place September 15th-18th at the Marriott Hartford/Windsor Airport Hotel in Windsor, Connecticut. For more information or to register, visit https://ner-conventions.org/connecticut-yankeeCheck out our website: www.aroundthelayout.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aroundthelayoutSend us an email: aroundthelayout@gmail.com

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