Model Rail Radio

Tom starts the show chatting with Matt Goodman about the many uses of the iCar. Winston Norton introduces his layout. Dave Frary talks briefly about HOn30 versus HOe. Anders Wirten begins his co-hosting duties introducing Kathy Millatt who is modeling New England in England. Troels Kirk takes the floor to discuss his splendid On30 layout of the Maine coast complete with specially created sound mod...

Tom presents the 2011 Bertie Awards. Congratulations to all the winners!

Tom, Jeff, Terry and Peter Stempel start the show talking about Springfield photo streams. Peter Verheyen calls in to talk about paper modeling and German modeling. Marty McGirk calls in to talk about the changes in his layout. Terry gives a Springfield update. The crew talks about a particular yahoo operator and the economy's disconnection from the hobby. Jim Lincoln and Lionel Strang call in fro...

Tom starts the new year chatting with Chris about working on Trevor's layout. Jeff from Dover asks about putting out the wide variety of Model Rail Radio Skype chats that seem to go on through the weeks where the show isn't being recorded. The Prof calls in from a mystery location (aka Stockholm). Jim Gifford introduces his layout. The crew talk about N scale and aesthetics. Terry describes the wo...

In a fantastic day organized by Jim Gifford, Tom talks to Fred of the Orient Express in Unley, South Australia. They then travel on to resident artist and post-colonial apocalypse modelrail enthusiast, BJ. They stop by Bill2's shelf layout and then on to the home of Rosslyn and Pam to discuss how many locomotives you need to own, where to put them and the benefits of N-ormal scale. Jim and Tom swi...

Anders, Terry and Tom talk model rail metaphysics briefly joined by Jim Gifford followed by some discussion of New York Railroads (now a common theme). The Professor calls back to discuss the Chocolate, shelf layouts with Terry and Tom. Mike Slater introduces his interest in three rail O scale. David Karkoski and Mike talk about the local scene. The crew discusses some of the politics of problem m...

Tom starts the show welcoming on model railroader and podcaster, D. Tom Conboy. Chris gives a sombre update on the annual Christmas Train Show. Internet model rail legend, Prof. Klyzlr, calls in to discuss his many small layouts. Terry provides a background to modeling New York. Former Model Railroader magazine contributing editor and layout/chainsaw artist, Lionel Strang, calls in to describe som...

*** STOP THE PRESSES *** Due to the late arrival of this show, the listener submitted item voting for the Berties will be extended through the month of January. More than USD200 of stuff on offer plus the chance to reward great work in the hobby. Check out modelrailradio.com for more. Email awards at modelrailradio dot com to vote! *** Tom mentions the show will be recorded on Skype going forward....

*** STOP THE PRESSES *** Less than a week to vote in the Bertie awards. More than USD200 of stuff on offer plus the chance to reward great work in the hobby. Check out modelrailradio.com for more… Email awards at modelrailradio dot com to vote! *** Tom starts by introducing the show will be recorded on Skype going forward. Not that much of a different procedure - if you want to participate or list...

Tom starts the show with an appeal for last minute votes in the Berties. Terry and Tom talk about Terry's open house with a famous former club member. Jim, Terry and Gordon discuss Jim's layout update. Bob Scott and Clark Kooning call in to talk about what it takes to run a successful train store. Jim leads a spirited discussion on a wide variety of topics and the show ends with Tom appealing to S...

The crew discusses track laying and layout design. Trevor Marshall calls in to give an update on his new layout plans. Malcolm Johnson calls in to discuss his Japanese layouts. Jeff Shockley gives an update associated with a huge layout tour that his club is organizing. The show is rounded out by Andy Zimmerman talking about T-Trak modules and his local club. Don't forget to enter the Berties. Wit...

Tom starts the show on a Friday night with a small announcement and a reminder on voting in the Berties. The crew talking with Bill Denton about Modutrak. Murray Scholz calls in to discuss Narrow Gauge Down Under (both the magazine and the religion) and some great hobby tips for weathering and regional trees. The crew continue to talk about their projects and a new alternative to DCC. William from...

The show starts with an Australian narrow gauge discussion with Gordon Dobson, Chris Abbott. Terry Terrance and Bruce Wilson talk about 3d printing possibilities. The crew discuss magazines throughout the show. A listener submitted question on what to do with inherited model rail items is covered by the crew. Tom asks a question about what is the appropriate time to lay cork roadbed. David asks To...

The crew talk with Gordon Dobson about OO UK model railway in Australia and a Gold Coast train show. Rene Gourley discusses 3d printing and Proto 87. Jimmy Simmons and Bill Sartore talk about craftsman kit lighting and how to model the apocalypse. Clark Kooning calls in to chat with Jimmy and co about the NMRA show. The usual crew discuss how little model railroading they have done and how to get...

The show starts with an NMRA show update from Clark Kooning and Nobby Clarke. There is an extended update from Chris Abbott who is lost for the remainder of the show due to an electrical outage. Tom and Terry continue the show discussing reliable locomotives in a variety of scales with a call from Jeff and the show's expert on this topic Jason Reis. An exhausted Jim Lincoln calls in to discuss Tom...

Steve in Chicago hosts another roundtable chat one off-show weekend with the addition of Mike Rose's golden spike operation following the completion of the epic Jim Lincoln turnout project.

The crew welcome on Fran and Miles Hale to discuss scenery tips and techniques and professional layout building. The crew also discuss competitions and David Karkoski's signature rockwork technique. This is a live internet radio show recorded at 4.30pm Pacific on Saturday every-other-week. For more information, http://www.modelrailradio.com/

Jim and the post-show crew gather together to discuss the weather, flooding, Jim's track environment philosophy and other related topics. This is a live internet radio show recorded at 4.30pm Pacific on Saturday every-other-week. For more information, http://www.modelrailradio.com/

It may be entering Canadian summer but there is no sign of the show slowing down. Tom, Terry and Chris explore Chris' recent published exploits. Jeff provides an update on scouting and trains. Bryan, Clark, Chris and David discuss what you would find in a small steam train shop. Jason calls in with an update as does Matt Goodman. The show concludes with a short Post Show were Jim and Tom discuss J...

Chris, Tom and Jim welcome back Matt Goodman. Jeff Shockley calls in to give an update on a small layout he is planning. The crew welcomes on Marty McGuirk for a patented rapid topic Model Rail Radio grilling session concluded by a call from Jason Reis. This is a live internet radio show recorded at 4.30pm Pacific on Saturday every-other-week. For more information, http://www.modelrailradio.com/

Chris, Tom, Clark, Jim and Terry welcome on Bill Kaufman to talk about San Francisco model railroading. Ralph Parker calls in to talk about his developing N scale interest with Bryan Schilling. The crew welcomes on Bruce Wilson to talk about doing a UK layout remotely and narrow guage First World War style. The crew also discusses Tom's new tactile fixation with O scale and steps to keep your layo...

Chris and Jim chat with Craig Bisgeier.

Chris and Jim chat with Marty McGuirk.

The crew continue the discussion from the show about introducing people to the hobby with an idea for Springfield next year. This is a live internet radio show recorded at 4.30pm Pacific on Saturday every-other-week. For more information, http://www.modelrailradio.com/

Chris, Tom, Clark and Terry discuss introducing model railroading to others. Tom Cutting calls in from the UK. David Karkoski provides an update. Kevin gives his perspective as a forum owner and Jeff explains teaching scouts the hobby. Steve Janninck (in Chicago) and Jim Lincoln round out the show with a surprise arrival at the very end. The audio quality is patchy through the recording but as muc...