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, acco...
With young modelers like Paul Stamp on the scene, the future of model railroading is looking bright! A rising star in the NMRA Lakeshores Division, Paul takes us on his journey from a youth filled with Thomas The Tank Engine to small layouts in his college apartment to the awesome Finger Lakes Railway model railroad he's building and sharing with all of us on YouTube. Paul gives us a background on the prototype and how he's incorporating the short line's operation into his layout.Learn more about this episode on our website:aroundthelayout.com/143Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/
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Affordable Model Railroading with Matt Forcum
Do 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/142Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply:https://ohrtracksupply.com/Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models:www.tullymodels.com
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What's Happening In Model Railroading with Tony Cook LIVE!
We're a week removed from the excitement that was the Railroad Hobby Show in West Springfield MA and its time to talk about all the news from the SEMA of Model Railroading. Ray talks about his experience from the show, including the amazing ScaleTrains giveaway and shares his takeaways. Tony recaps the exciting announcements from ScaleTrains, Rapido, Kadee, Lionel and more.This episode was recorded live on Facebook and YouTube on January 31, 2025.Learn more about this episode on our website:aroundthelayout.com/144Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/
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ATLP Rewind - Kevin Norman & Notch 8 Customs - April 23, 2024
ATLP Rewind - Originally Released April 23, 2024They say "It's all in the details" and that's what Kevin Norman from Notch 8 Customs is all about. Kevin stops by to tell us how he developed an interest in DCC installs and customizing locomotives and rolling stock into a growing part-time side hustle. Additionally, he shares his dream for a layout that captures the rich history of railroading in the Chicagoland area in the 1960's.Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply:https://ohrtracksupply.com/
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What's Happening In Model Railroading - January 2025 - Shane Wilson
It's been almost a year since ScaleTrains President Shane Wilson has joined us on Around The Layout Podcast, so we had a lot of catching up to do! Shane tells about the events that occured since our last chat, including checking off a bunch more states on the ScaleTrains Road Trip, attending train shows in the United States and Mexico, an amazing amount of new releases, and how the model railroading community helped ScaleTrains provide much needed aid to those affected by Hurricane Helene. At the end of the show, Shane and I announce a HUGE ScaleTrains x ATLP giveaway - 5 times bigger than last year that ties the past to the present.Learn more about this episode on our website:aroundthelayout.com/141Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models:https://tullymodels.com/
About 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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