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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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26:44

Central Georgia RPM Preview with Paul Spilman &...

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2026/02/23

When it comes to a RPM featuring a who's who of modeling, Georgia is on our minds! Paul Spilman and Stephen Floyd return to Around The Layout Podcast to tell us about the Central Georgia RPM and, after reflecting on the successes of the 2025 event, tell us how the 2026 edition is going to be even better. Stephen and Paul share all the details, including clinics, learning stations and how you can make plans to join them in the Peach State this spring.Learn more about this episode on our

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48:49

What's Happening In Model Railroading - Jordan Smith...

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2026/02/19

Here's an episode that "U" should defintely listen to, especially if General Electric U Series Locomotives are your thing! Jordan Smith from Rapido Trains rejoins the podcast to dive deeper into the announcements from the Railroad Hobby Show including the long list of U's along with plastic pellet hoppers and Trenton Works boxcars. Joe from da-joe-trains on YouTube comes by to tell us What's Trending and Eric Hansmann delivers his RPM Report. Learn more about this episode on our

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60:29

ATLP Rewind - Affordable Model Railroading with Matt...

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2026/02/16

ATLP Rewind - Originally Released February 3, 2025Do you think model railroading is too expensive to get started? Think again! MFRailroad's Matt Forcum comes by the ATLP studio to talk about ways to set limits and keep your hobby budget in check with helpful tips on buying locomotives, rolling stock and creating scenery. Matt also shares how careful planning can help set limits and prevent overspending. Learn more about this episode on our website:aroundthelayout.com/rewindThank you to our episode

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53:09

Talking Ops with Don Irace - Event Operating Sessions...

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2026/02/12

What's better than a train show? How about a train show with local operating sessions to make your trip complete?! That's the topic on this episode of Talking Ops with Don Irace as we talk to Mark Herrick, owner of the BNSF Montana Division HO scale layout. Over the last few years, Mark has opened his layout for muliple local events including the Railroad Hobby Show in West Springfield MA, NER regional conventions and to groups in town for any good reason that are just itching to get their turn on

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55:29

ATLP Rewind - Talking Ops with Don Irace - Lakeshores...

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2026/02/09

ATLP Rewind - Originally Released January 14, 2026Having trouble creating operations on your existing layout? Want to create a new layout to host ops but don't know how? Call the Ops Squad! Ed O'Connell from the Lakeshores Division NMRA joins us on this episode of Talking Ops with Don Irace to tell us about the group of operations experts he's helped assemble to help model railroaders in western New York. Ed shares how he got into operations and how the Ops Squad was born of necessity to meet demand

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56:17

2026 Railroad Hobby Show Recap

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2026/02/05

There was more than just the snow to talk about when it comes to the 2026 Railroad Hobby Show. Although the weather provided an unwelcomed challenge, it surely didn't stop this annual tradition that included new releases, exciting news and the gathering of tens of thousand model railroad enthusiasts. Listen in as we chat with several of the exhibitors that make up the four buildings of fun at the Eastern States Exposition. Learn more about this episode on our website:aroundthelayout.com/213This

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59:11

ATLP Rewind - Erik Pioselli & The Martins Creek...

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2026/02/02

ATLP Rewind - Originally Released January 7, 2025Model railroading, photography, history and railfanning. They all tie together for Middletown, New York's Erik Pioselli. A guy that's been listening to the podcast since day one, Erik gets the chance to tell his story, from watching the Lehigh & Hudson Railroad as a youngster to an ill-advised yet prosperous ride with a stranger turned mentor, then inheriting an amazing collection of photographs that captured railroading from New York to

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55:24

The Evolution of Model Railroading with Paul Stamp

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2026/01/22

The hobby isn't dying; it's evolving. We've said it many times here on the podcast and, on this episode, we dive into the current evolution of model railroading with Paul Stamp. Paul is very passionate about seeing the younger generation get involved and stay involved and he shares his take on what the future of the hobby looks like and how we can all contribute to it's longevity. Later, we hear answers to the Question Of The Month. Learn more about this episode on our

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55:22

ATLP Rewind - Authentic Prototype Modeling with Isaac...

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2026/01/19

ATLP Rewind - Originally Released December 24, 2024We've talked quite a bit about freelance on Around The Layout Podcast, but now it's time to discuss a deeper dedication to the prototype with Isaac Fabris. Isaac shares the steps he's taking to make his CN/IC Gilman Sub/Heyworth Spur as close to an accurate representation of the prototype as he can. He also shares his theories on compression and how one can still provide authenticity in a smaller space.Thank you to our episode sponsor,

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47:26

What's Happening In Model Railroading - January 2026...

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2026/01/15

If you're looking to add incredible detail to your layout, here's your sign. The Sign Guy himself, Tom Garza from ScaleSigns.com brings us up to speed on all things signage. Tom shares where you can find ScaleSigns at train shows across the country and how that's allowing him to focus on new product development and answering the demand for custom products. Tim Blackwell from Cowcatcher Magazine tells us What's Trending, Eric Hansmann delivers his monthly RPM Report and Ray talks about all that's

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61:09

ATLP Rewind - Talking Ops with Don Irace - River Belt...

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2026/01/12

ATLP Rewind - Episode Originally Released December 10, 2024You don't need a massive layout to create long lasting and enjoyable operations. That's the message Paul Cassar delivers on this episode of Talking Ops with Don Irace as he describes his River Belt Line HO scale switching layout. Paul tells us how he's centered operations around a freelance concept involving 3 fallen flag railroads and the cornerstone industry of a brewery. Paul also talks switchlists and how he's turned them into a hobby

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57:10

Talking Ops with Don Irace - Lessons From Operations...

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2026/01/08

Once you've discovered operations and see what your railroad can do, there's no going back. This is the journey of Heath Hurwitz, known for his now Wednesday night Trains N Tech YouTube weekly livestreams on his Human[c]ity Junction channel, who discovered a whole new world in model railroading when he stepped outside of his Manhattan layout room and got involved with operating sessions in his area and beyond. Heath shares the lessons learned and how he's applied them to his Riverside Transfer

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35:32

2026 Railroad Hobby Show Preview with John Sacerdote

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2026/01/05

It's time once again for the Granddaddy of model railroad shows - the Amherst Railway Society's Railroad Hobby Show. Engineer John Sacerdote makes his annual visit to tell us what to expect at this ever-growing and bucket list event held every January on the grounds of the Eastern States Exposition in West Springfield Massachusetts. John shares the results of their commitment to continious improvement with a new event surrounding the show and tells us what it takes to keep the Railroad Hobby Show on

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70:30

Radisson McGuire & The Alabama Central

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2026/01/01

A freelance short line railroad modeled so well, you might have thought it was real. That's the Alabama Central of Radisson McGuire, a young and very talented modeler who has taken inspiration from prototype railfanning and some incredible inside access and lessons learned from RPM regulars to create a plausable model railroad of his own. Radisson shares his start in the hobby, with a life-changing event for both him and his mother and how the hobby got him through challenging times.Learn more about

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50:16

2025 Year In Review with Tim Blackwell

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2025/12/30

It's time to take a look back at 2025 and review some of the headlines from the year that was with the Editor of Cowcatcher Magazine, Tim Blackwell. From government policy to mergers and acquisitions, 2025 surely produced some newsmaking events. Later, Tim and Ray hear from our listeners as they share their model railroading accomplishments of the past year. Learn more about this episode on our website:aroundthelayout.com/207Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model

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48:55

What's Happening In Model Railroading - December 2025...

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2025/12/29

It's hard to argue that 3D printing has played a major role in ushering in the Golden Era of model railroading that we're enjoying right now. Kevin Tully tells us more about how 3D printing is allowing his companies, Southern-Tier Grain Modelers Supply and Industrial Modelers Supply, to produce super detail components that take your basic off-the-shelf kits to the next level. Kevin shares with us what it's like to take the show on the road to the major train shows and tells us where you can find him

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73:23

ATLP Rewind - Creating More Realistic Industries with...

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2025/12/22

ATLP Rewind - Originally Released November 26, 2024Ever been to someone's layout and said "I have that exact kit!" Perhaps it's time to make your layout industries unique to you and your layout with a more prototypical approach. Kevin Tully of Tully Models tells us how, from learning more about industries such as grain and feed mills, then taking what you've learned and adding it to your facilities. We also find a common theme in the answers submitted for the Question Of The Month.Learn more about

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62:11

ATLP Rewind - Justin Michell and The Santa Fe Surf...

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2025/12/15

ATLP Rewind - Episode Originally Released December 3, 2024It's a pure joy to meet modelers from around the globe and explore their why. On this episode, we're introduced to Justin Mitchell from Sydney, Australia who, from a young age, has been fascinated with the Santa Fe and is recreating the 1950's Surf Line. Justin tells us how, from thousands of miles and decades away, learned about this California coast line and applied it to his layout.Learn more about this episode on our

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65:41

Talking Ops with Don Irace - Remote Dispatching

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2025/12/11

So where exactly is the dispatcher? If you're looking for a truly prototypical experience and have your railroad dispatched from afar, this episode is for you. Don Irace shares how, together with a friend, came with a way to keep the friend involved with his railroad despite a move out of state, and how that enhanced the operating experience. Don shares how you can prepare for remote dispatching and the things you'll need to make it happen.Learn more about this episode on our

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63:18

ATLP Rewind - Talking Ops with Don Irace - Santa Fe...

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2025/12/08

ATLP Rewind - Originally Released November 12, 2024It's been nearly two years to the day since we last had Sammy Carlile on Around The Layout Podcast and considering the amazing amount of things to talk about with his Santa Fe Hereford Subdivision, that's completely unacceptable! Making up for lost time, he's our guest for this month's Talking Ops with Don Irace, where Sammy shared how he developed his operating scheme, runs a whole bunch of trains, and keeps his operating crew busy and on their

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