The Roundhouse Podcast

We talk with Kelly Lynch about his involvement in Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society, Headwaters Jct., and FMW Solutions, along with the importance of inclusivity and looking out for others. Related Episode Joliet Rocket Nickel Plate 765 Adventure Question of… The post Kelly Lynch: Fort Wayne, Headwaters Jct., and FMW Solutions appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Dr. Robin Coombes returns to the podcast to discuss earning his Ph. D in Railway Heritage from the University of Birmingham and the thesis he developed as part of his program. He shares the successes and shortcomings of rail preservation… The post Dr. Robin Coombes’ Thesis on Heritage Railways appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

A rare auto carrier caboose from the Auto-Train is in danger of being scrapped. FLAIRR President Mark Frazier explains how his organization is campaigning to save the car and transport it from California to Florida. Learn more about how you… The post MINI 07: Saving Auto-Train #3 appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

The Wiscasset Waterville & Farmington Railway is one of the sole-surviving “Maine Two Foot” railroads. Director of Marketing & Visitor Interaction Coordinator Stephen Piwowarski discusses the restoration of the railway, their current projects, and what has led to their successes.… The post Wiscasset Waterville & Farmington Railway appeared first on The Roundhouse Pod...

In its first two months on the market, Railroads Online has generated a great deal of interest for its multiplayer gameplay, mixture of business management and operations, and focus on steam and narrow gauge railroading. We talk to the developers… The post Railroads Online appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Mike O’Donnell, composer for Thomas & Friends, joins us to discuss how he became involved with the TV series, his process for developing music that would fit the characters, collaborating with Junior Campbell, and what the legacy of the show… The post Mike O’Donnell: Thomas the Tank Engine Composer appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

What happens when a group of guys get together and say “We should build a Pennsylvania Railroad T1 from scratch”? General Manager Jason Johnson walks us through the history of the Pennsylvania Railroad T1 Trust project, the selection of the… The post Pennsylvania Railroad T1 Trust appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Come along for the ride as we visit N&W 611 during its 2021 visit to the Strasburg Rail Road. We’ll interview crew members regarding the operation of the locomotive and experience the sights and sounds of the engine as it… The post 111: Visiting N&W 611 at the Strasburg Rail Road appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Steamtown National Historic Site is well known today, but what led to its creation? Who was F. Nelson Blount, and what exactly was his vision? Rick Kfoury, author of “Steam Trains of Yesteryear: The Monadnock, Steamtown & Northern Story”, shares… The post Monadnock Steamtown & Northern – Early Steamtown appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

It’s time for those of us in rail preservation to put an end to sexism. Host Nick Ozorak released a survey for women to anonymously share their stories of sexism, harassment, and discrimination. We hear from these women, and Nick… The post Sexism in Rail Preservation appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

What does passenger rail advocacy require? We talk with Christopher Parker, Executive Director of Vermont Rail Action Network, about what is helping passenger rail expand in Vermont and how the ‘hybrid’ Budd Cars of AllEarth Rail may be part of… The post 109: Rail Advocacy in Vermont appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

The Railroaders Memorial Museum in Altoona PA has announced that they are initiating a campaign to restore Pennsylvania Railroad K4s #1361 to operation. Join us as we attend the press conference and ask Wick Moorman and FMW Solutions President Davidson… The post PRR K4s #1361 Will Be Restored appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

The Wisconsin Great Northern is restoring the Mark Twain Zephyr trainset, but there’s more to this operation than meets the eye. Director of Passenger Development Robert Tabern and CMO Nick Turinetti talk about this historic trainset, the railroad’s freight and… The post Mark Twain Zephyr and the Wisconsin Great Northern appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

What is LARP, and what does it have to do with rail preservation? Claus Raasted, an experienced organizer of Live Action Role Playing events, discusses what it is and how it “places you inside a movie”. He shares the history… The post LARP – Live Action Role Play and Historic Railroading appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Scott Jarrett became the Chief Mechanical Officer of the Cincinnati Scenic Railway while under the age of 30. He reflects on his journey which includes time with the Ringling Brothers Barnum & Bailey Circus Train and Amtrak. He shares what… The post 105: Becoming a Chief Mechanical Officer under 30 appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

God’s Wonderful Railway is a BBC TV series that tells the history of a Great Western Railway branch line through the perspective of children who lived and worked in each era. Avril Rowlands, the author and screenwriter for the series,… The post God’s Wonderful Railway appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

The Lincoln Funeral Train returns to the podcast. General Superintendent Steve Torrico discusses the plans for this new railroad showcasing the Leviathan steam locomotive and how these replicas showcase 1860s railroad technology. Related Episodes David Kloke & Lincoln Funeral Car… The post Harrisburg Lincoln & Lancaster Railroad appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Rail historian Steve Patterson explains the history of the Ski Train, a Colorado railroad legacy. We’re celebrating the train’s 80th Anniversary with Railfan and Railroad Magazine. Related Episodes CVSR Observation Car Adventure Iowa Pacific Hoosier State Question of the Day… The post The Legacy of the Ski Train appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

What makes a tourist railroad or museum appealing to the general public? Elizabeth Newcamp, family blogger at Dutch Dutch Goose, shares stories about her family’s experiences with train travel and her Top 5 tips for tourist railroads and museums. Consider… The post 101: Learning from a Traveling Railfan Family appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

We brought together past Roundhouse guests as chosen by you and asked them your questions. Amtrak Engineer Mike Huhn, Strasburg Rail Road Director of Business Development Andrea Biesecker, and East Broad Top Foundation Board Member Bennett Levin join us for… The post Episode 100: Panel Discussion with Selected Guests appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad President John Bush talks about this Colorado Narrow Gauge Railroad, restoring vintage equipment, and preserving the authentic west. Check out this incredible short film about the railroad and John: This episode was sponsored by Age… The post Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Railroad photographer Dennis A. Livesey discusses his career in film production, how that translates to his hobby of railroad photography, and what led to creating his book “Smoke over Steamtown” documenting scenes from Steamtown National Historic Site. Related Episodes Center… The post 098: Dennis A. Livesey: Railroad Photographer appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

In Part 2 of our interview with Wick Moorman, the former CEO of Amtrak discusses his philosophy with managing the passenger railroad, why he largely agrees with the business practices of Richard Anderson, and his hopes for the East Broad… The post Wick Moorman: Amtrak CEO Interview appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Executive Director Joe Defrancesco talks about this Altoona treasure, the Horseshoe Curve, PRR K4s #1361, and why preserving the stories of railroaders is a key component of the Railroaders Memorial Museum. Related Episodes Railfan Bed & Breakfast – Station Inn… The post Railroaders Memorial Museum, Altoona PA appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

We interview Wick Moorman, former CEO and Chairman of Norfolk Southern and CEO of Amtrak, about how he began his railroading career, what led to him eventually leading Norfolk Southern, the 21st Century Steam Program, Heritage Units, and so much… The post Wick Moorman: Norfolk Southern Interview appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .