The Roundhouse Podcast

Barry Scrapyard 297 British steam locomotives were sent to Woodham Brothers scrapyard in Barry.  213 survived into preservation.  How did one man make all of this possible?  Author, historian, and preservationist Roger Hardingham shares the incredible story of Barry Scrapyard,… The post The Scrapper who Saved Steam appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Ride along with us as we travel on Budd Cars from the 1950s.  We’ll be traveling from Pottsville to Jim Thorpe, Pennsylvania, talking with passengers and crew, and exploring the history of the anthracite region.  Here’s your ticket, so climb… The post Budd Car Adventure – Reading & Northern appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

K&L Trainz How do you digitize a steam loco?  Steve Lerro of K&L Trainz talks with us about creating 3D computer models of steam locomotives for Trainz Railroad Simulator, how he hired famous voices for his promo videos, and why… The post Digitizing a Steam Locomotive with K&L Trainz appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Illinois Railway Museum Have you ever been to a railway museum that covered steam, diesel, and electric railroad history?  Marketing Director Ed Rosengren takes us on a virtual tour of the Illinois Railway Museum, discusses their newly purchased turntable, and… The post 040: Illinois Railway Museum appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

039: Teen Restoring a McKeen Railcar McKeen Railcar – Madison Kirkman At the age of 15, Madison Kirkman embarked on a journey to save and restore one of the last remaining McKeen Motor Cars in existence.  Now 17, he shares… The post 039: Teen Restoring a McKeen Railcar appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Want to ride a train to the Grand Canyon?  Grand Canyon Railway CMO Eric Hadder talks about the trip you’ll experience, the historic nature of their steam locomotives, the return of #29, and how he entered the railroad industry.  … The post 038: Grand Canyon Railway & Hotel appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Where steam has reigned for two decades, Gen. Superintendant John Garner shares the details about maintaining and operating locomotive #734, restoring C&O 1309, and how their foundation works to connect people to the industry. Western Maryland Scenic Railroad John has… The post 037: Western Maryland Scenic Railroad appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Snowdonia: Railway Board Game What does it take to design a board game about building a railway?  Game Designer Tony Boydell talks about his game Snowdonia, how it was inspired by a real cog railway, and how these games bring… The post 036: Snowdonia: Railway Board Game appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Ozark Mountain Railcar How do you sell a passenger car? We talk with John Suscheck, Founder and CEO of Ozark Mountain Railcar, about being a railroad equipment broker, the challenges and rewards of buying this equipment, and how the phases… The post 035: Ozark Mountain Railcar appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Niagara Hobby & Craft Mart What does it take to run a hobby store in the 21st Century?  John Kavulich, President of Niagara Hobby & Craft Mart in Cheektowaga NY, joins us to discuss the triumphs and trials of the… The post 034: The Resilience of Niagara Hobby appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Thomas the Tank Engine & Rail Preservation Thomas the Tank Engine is beloved by millions of children around the world, but we tend to think of it solely as a ‘kid’s show’.  Today, we talk with Ryan Hagan, administrator for… The post ‘Thomas’ and Rail Preservation appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Are you ready for a steam-powered adventure?  We’re attending Strasburg Rail Road’s Steampunk unLimited weekend to learn more about the Steampunk culture and the many ways it connects to railroading.  This episode includes interviews with performers, vendors, and convention attendees,… The post Steampunk unLimited – Strasburg Rail Road appeared first on The Roundhouse Podca...

Chris shares how his love of trains led him to create Steam Locos in Profile, why he enjoys presenting on-camera, and how he successfully crowdfunded his Season 1 DVD. This episode is sponsored by the Strasburg Rail Road. Click here… The post Steam Locos in Profile – Chris Eden-Green appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Western New York & Pennsylvania Railroad – President Carl Belke talks with us about his 40+ year career in the railroad industry, including his tenure at the Delaware & Hudson, why he prefers ALCOs, and how the WNYP participated in… The post 029: WNYP Railroad President Carl Belke appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Jointed Rail – Founder Mike Cyr Train simulators are serious(ly fun) business.  Mike Cyr, head of two train sim development companies (Jointed Rail and Crosstie Studios), joins us to discuss his history with producing content for Trainz Railroad Simulator, what… The post 028: Jointed Rail – Founder Mike Cyr appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Milwaukee Road 261 – Steve Sandberg The Chief Operating Officer of the Friends of the 261 (owners of steam locomotive Milwaukee Road 261) joins us to talk about the history of preserving this locomotive, its role in the film ‘Public… The post Milwaukee Road 261 – Steve Sandberg appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

We’re traveling behind steam locomotive Nickel Plate Road #765 from Youngstown to Ashtabula and back.  On the way, we’ll talk to crew from the Fort Wayne RR Historical Society, passengers, and spectators.  Here’s your ticket, so climb aboard! Nickel Plate… The post Nickel Plate 765 Adventure appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Strasburg Rail Road – Andrea Biesecker As the Assistant Contract Administrator, Andrea talks about working for the Strasburg Rail Road, explains the work she provides for steam locomotives, and describes the ‘Culture of Steam’. This episode is sponsored by the… The post 025: Strasburg Rail Road – Andrea Biesecker appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Firewoman and engineer Rikki talks about being part of ‘The Lone Ranger’ movie crew, working on steam locomotives big and small, and her advice with connecting to a tourist railroad. This episode is sponsored by the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical… The post 024: Rikki Burchett appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Ever wonder what it’s like to be the editor for Trains Magazine?  Jim tells you what he looks for in a good railroad story! Jim Wrinn Interview Jim began reading Trains Magazine at the age of 6.  His parents bought… The post 023: Trains Magazine Editor Jim Wrinn appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

NRHS Convention, Batman breaking the law, Bessemer & Lake Erie, and more!  I’m riding solo today to talk about my latest adventures and share some photos! News Amtrak has donated AEM-7 #915 to the Railroad Museum of Pennsylvania.  This veteran… The post 022: 2015 NRHS Convention and Other Recent Adventures appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Steam locomotive in IMAX!  Starring CP 2816, Rocky Mountain Express tells the tale of constructing the Canadian Transcontinental Railroad.  Director Stephen Low joins us to discuss his career in documentary filmmaking, what led to the creation of this film, and… The post 021: Rocky Mountain Express – Director Stephen Low appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Canadian Pacific #2860 has led an interesting history, and at 75 years old it is about to embark on a new chapter.  West Coast Railway Association’s President Emeritus Don Evans visits us to share details about this locomotive’s restoration, what… The post 020: Restoring a Royal Hudson appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

Train simulators are often thought of as means of replicating modern railroading, but how can they be used to convey railroad history?  Content creator and route builder Paul Charland (Fonda Johnstown & Gloversville Railroad, Dominion Atlantic Railway) talks with us… The post 019: Historic Railroad Simulation – Paul Charland appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .

  Did you know about the Simpson Railroad?  This logging railroad in the wilderness of Washington state is the last in the United States.  Now, the Simpson Railroad faces an uncertain future due to the company which owns it shutting… The post 018: The Last Logging Railroad appeared first on The Roundhouse Podcast .