159: R Duck Locomotive Works and Laser-Cut Wood Modeling
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R Duck Locomotive Works is a company specializing in creating laser-cut wooden kits depicting real locomotives and rolling stock. Founder and owner Tripp Aquadro talks about his inspiration for the business and how he develops his products. This episode is sponsored by . Question of the Day Other than model railroading, what are your favorite train toys?
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158: B&O Railroad Museum
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In 2027, the B&O Railroad Museum will be celebrating the 200th anniversary of the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad. Executive Director Kris Hoellen discusses the projects at the museum, how their volunteers are revitalizing the buildings on their site, and why she sees the anniversary as a year for collaboration between heritage railroads and museums. This episode is sponsored by . Photo by Wallstreethotrod. Question of the Day What pieces of pre-1900 railroad history interest you the most?
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157: Talyllyn Railway w/ Luke Ryan
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Talyllyn Railway Media Manager Luke Ryan joins us to discuss how the railway has progressed since we last featured it on the podcast, the importance of interpreting the Rev. Awdry's work, and why hosting meaningful events for fans matters. This episode is sponsored by . Question of the Day What makes you feel a sense of belonging with your railroad club, group, or organization?
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156: San Bernardino Railroad Historical Society
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What does operating a big mainline steam locomotive like Santa Fe 3751 on the west coast require? Alex Gillman, VP of the San Bernardino Railroad Historical Society, joins us to talk about the work required to restore and operate the locomotive, along with how they are developing a museum. This episode is sponsored by . Question of the Day What impresses you about your favorite mainline steam organization?
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155: National Railroad Museum
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The National Railroad Museum in Green Bay, Wisconsin, is expanding its museum facilities. CEO Jacqueline Frank joins us to discuss the history of the museum, how they successfully transported their "Dwight D. Eisenhower" locomotive back to the UK for an event in 2014, and their approach to showcasing the national history of railroading in the United States. This episode is sponsored by . Question of the Day What is a notable example of museums or heritage railroads collaborating to create a great event?
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154: American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association
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Chuck Baker, President of American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association, talks about the state of the short line railroading in early 2025, how the organization is involved in advocacy for the industry, and the growing trend of freight railroads entering tourist railroading. This episode is sponsored by . Question of the Day What short line or regional railroad impresses you? , share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!
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10 Year Anniversary Special: Nick Ozorak
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The interviewer is interviewed! Guest host Kelly Lynch asks your questions for regular host Nick Ozorak about the history of the podcast, what continues to motivate his work, and why he is so optimistic about Next Generation Railroaders. Attend Next Generation Railroaders' first virtual public programming: https://www.nextgenrr.org/programs This episode is sponsored by . Question of the Day Are there any other questions you have for me, Nick Ozorak? , share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!
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152: Transportation Analyst Tony Hatch
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Tony Hatch, Senior Transportation Analyst for ABH Consulting, provides us with a greater understanding of the financial landscape of Class I railroading in the 21st century. This episode is sponsored by . Question of the Day What are you excited for in 2025? , share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!
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In Memoriam: "Thomas & Friends" TV Creator Britt Allcroft
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Host Nick Ozorak pays tribute to Britt Allcroft, creator of the Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends TV series. He explores not just what her greatest contribution means to him, but what he see as some of its larger endearing outcomes. Thomas and Rail Preservation: https://theroundhousepodcast.com/2015/11/14/thomas-and-rail-preservation/
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151: Pennsylvania Trolley Museum Executive Director Scott Becker
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Let's learn more about the largest trolley museum in the United States. Scott Becker has been at the helm of the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum for over 30 years. In that time, the museum has grown by expanding its collection and constructing two massive buildings. Scott walks us through the history of the museum, how preserving trolleys differs from other forms of rail preservations, and what has led to the museum's success. This episode is sponsored by . Question of the Day What tourist railroads and museums have balanced keeping their charm with progressing with the times? , share this...
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Mark Rheaume, composer of "That's the Way the Railroad Went" discusses how he created a 38 minute piece of music incorporating interviews documenting the Central Iowa Railway Company, a short line with a brief existence in the 1970s.
Listen to Mark's piece: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Onx6JMOBP2A
Question of the Day
What is your favorite musical piece about railroading?
Let me know and I will respond to your comments in the next episode.
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