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All modelers have a life but what do we know of it. This podcast is as much about the people in the hobby of model railroading as it is about the hobby itself.
Having always been a fan of the long form conversational interview and having met so many interesting people in the hobby over the years we decided it would be fun to share their back stories with everyone else. So come along with me, Lionel Strang and a strong cast of supporting characters as we discover just how many folks there are in this great hobby of ours. |
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Episode 104: Kaylee Zheng !! -
I’ve heard the name Kaylee Zheng for a few years now, so when we finally met at this year’s Springfield Show it seemed obvious she needed to be introduced to all the AML listeners. Her clinics about using cell phone speakers producing quality sound in scale locomotives are already legendary. She originally moved to the Hartford, Connecticut area to support her beloved Whalers of the NHL only to find out they’d left decades earlier. When she’s not working on the latest decoder install or building her layout you can always find her at Tom’s Trains. Enjoy!! This is a free podcast !! |
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Patterson and Friends !! -
I know what you’ve been asking yourself, what’s it really like behind the scenes at Ken Patterson’s massive studios in downtown St. Louis, Missouri?? Recently I had the opportunity to visit with Ken and the gang from his popular YouTube show, “What’s Neat This Week.” As well as an in depth interview with the man himself, I was able to sit down and interview all your favorites from the show and really discover what makes it tick. Joshua Barton fed us some great barbecue from his Sugar Fire restaurant. This episode of “a ModelersLife” is really smoking. Enjoy. Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Mid-Atlantic RPM !! -
RPM meets are becoming more and more popular and the Mid-Atlantic RPM is no different. Started just a few short years ago in 2013 this gathering of modelers on the East Coast, everyone from beginners to advanced modelers interested in accurately recreating their favorite prototype will find plenty of interesting things to do. Well-known model railroad author Bernie Kempinski tells us about two days of clinics, displays, networking and camaraderie. There’s lots of to do with some specialized vendors, operations and open houses to guarantee a great time will be had by all. Make sure to mark this great event on your calendar. This is a free podcast !! |
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Industry in Chaos !! -
Factories are closing, retailers are being affected, the future doesn’t look very bright for some companies. We’d like to tell you we have all the answers but we do have points of view and an interesting history have how China became the hub model railroad manufacturing. It’s interesting hour discussing some history of the hobby in the eighties and nineties and how we got to where we are today. Tony Cook the editor of Model Railroad News Is absolutely an encyclopedia of information every model railroader or should. Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Episode 103: Blaine Hadfield -
After years in a hobby building quality models for ExactRail, Blaine Hatfield has decided to strike out on his own for a brand-new company called Arrowhead Models. This interview was done after Blaine and his family moved to Sheridan, Wyoming before announcing plans for his new company. As always he was a great interview with lots of insight into the hobby which I’m sure you will enjoy. This is a free podcast !! |
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AML Product News, August 3rd -
Spanning the globe to bring you the latest in model railroad news is your favorite magazine editor Tony Cook. Ever wondered which railroad purchased the most GP-9’s, are you curious to find out the latest offering from Walthers or if there’s a train show coming to a town near you?? All this and more is right here on the latest addition of product news. So get yourself a big glass of grease remover, a big bowl of shredded battery cables and enjoy!! This is a free podcast !! |
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Virtual Hobby Shop #17 -
Each year the NMRA hosts a national convention where members can meet up and renew old friendships. There’s always tons of helpful clinics, layout tours, and prototype tours to keep everybody busy, plus at the end of the week there’s a three day train show. So here is your favorite play-by-play analysts to discuss the upcoming events. Listen to your AML favorites get ready for the time of their lives as they travel from far and wide just to see what’s going on. Enjoy!! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Virtual Hobby Shop #17 -
The second annual AML barbecue is now history, trains were watched, burgers were eaten, watermelon was sliced and fun was had by all. It was an all-day event, with fans from all over, New Jersey, Florida, Missouri, Massachusetts, Wisconsin and beyond. Next up is the NMRA national convention and who better to chat with than our very own Peter Borcherds traveling all the way from England to join in the festivities. The family gets bigger and bigger, so pull up a chair and enjoy !! Photo by: Tony Cook Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Conversations With Bruce #4 -
Feeling left out, your imaginary friend just stole your imaginary girlfriend. Well you’re in luck because Bruce wants to have a conversation and all of us here at AML world headquarters went out for coffee and forgot to tell Superfan #1. This is your chance to bond with the creator of the “Kelly Questions” and find out how to become the president of your club. So get yourself a big bowl of shredded business cards, a steaming hot mug of Eye Vee fluid and enjoy!! This is a free podcast !! |
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ViewerPosts Vacation Cruise #19 -
Here it is once again, it’s time to pack up your luggage ship the kids off to the grandparents, take your dog to the kennel and get ready for another romantic ViewerPost Vacation Cruise. There’s nothing like a beautifully romantic sunset cruise aboard a rusting railroad barge headed up river to the steel mill. So treat yourself and the little woman to something special and get yourself a seat near a leaking covered hopper full of corrosive acid for a trip you won’t soon forget. Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Just a Meaningless Show -
Ever wonder what the guys talk about when the record button hasn’t been activated?? Well now’s your chance to find out. Estate auctions, speeders with turntables, Suydam Models, the June issue of Model Railroad News, RS-11’s, trade tariffs and Mystery shirt guy. These are just a few of the subjects covered in a podcast about nothing. These subjects and more are discussed when Tony Cook, Mike Ostertag, Bruce Kelly, Chris Atkins, and Ralphie Boy Renzetti gather together around the toolbox to solve the world’s problems. Enjoy. This is a free podcast !! |
Product News July20th, 2018 - Stop up the presses and check the ticker tape, it’s time once again for AML product news with your favorite world traveler and all-around good guy Tony Cook.
This is a free podcast !!
This is a free podcast !!
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BBQ Pre-Game Show - Once again it’s time to load up the truck, fill the cooler with soda, pack up the burgers, buy the foot longs and forget the mustard or relish. It’s time to turn the five second rule into the two minute drill as we get ready for another fun day of real fanning and hot dog eating. Once again for the AML Annual BBQ is here with all the best analysis and plays to watch for with your favorite panelists on the Pre-Game show. This is a free podcast !! |
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ViewerMail Flight #65 - time once again for our voluminous ViewerMail. Still tired of licking email envelopes, you’re convinced that poor penmanship is a sign of higher intelligence, you ordered a bee farm from your local wholesaler and watched it buzz off as it got to the end of your cul-de-sac. Well cheer up my friend, another heaping pile (of mail) has just arrived from AML headquarters in Busted Knuckle, Kentucky. So get yourself a big steaming hot mug of used pasta water, a big bowl of shredded political protest signs and enjoy !! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Episode 102: the Berlin Sleeping Car -
Have you ever wondered what it would be like to own a full size passenger car?? We found just the man to answer all your questions, Kevin Moore of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania has been playing with full-size railroad cars for decades. The Berlin sleeping car is one of the most magnificent private passenger cars on the rails today. Built by Pullman for the Union Pacific during the 1950’s, the 11 room sleeper was originally named the “Lake Placid.” So jump on board and enjoy another exciting episode of a ModelersLife. This is a free podcast !! |
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Shane Show #5: KC Here We Come!! -
What’s are those flashing lights, how many installs have you done, what are the blue red and yellow tracks? Do you have any more thoughts on the Proto Throttle, what about rail fanning with Peter Borcherds in Kansas City?? It’s only a few weeks until the NMRA convention in Kansas City and we’ve decided it was time to check in with Shane “the Young Gun” to find out if he’s ready. Are we going to have enough time to do all the things we want to do? Find this out and more has “the boys” get ready for the big dance. So get yourself a tall glass of water from the Missouri River, a big bowl of half eaten ribs and enjoy. Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Checking Inn: Smokin' Joe D'Amato -
You’ve been asking yourself, “so what’s new at Micro Trains?” Or better yet, what’s Smokin’ Joe been up to? One of the most interesting people we’ve ever talked on “ModelersLife” has come back for a visit. You won’t be disappointed as Joe covers just everything from Z-scale to a booming hobby with sales that are unprecedented. He talks about the advantage/disadvantage of preorders, the quality of the models available today and it’s all done with that endearing Smokin’ Joe delivery. So sit back with a nice tall bubbling glass of warm resin, a big bowl of rejected freight car wheels and enjoy. Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Kelly Questions: Rounds 36-37-38 !! -
It’s time once again for another exciting round of the, “Kelly Questions.” Three innocent bystanders donned the tin foil helmet and allowed themselves to be strapped into the chair while doing their best to answer all of the questions in a fair and honest manner. There’s no doubt that by the end of this podcast Mike Wichowski, James Mattern and Jason Quinn will seem like old friends you could easily borrow $20 bucks from. So sit back with a big bowl of shredded wire casing, a tall frosty glass of air conditioner condensation and enjoy!! This is a free podcast !! |
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Andy Dorsch Part 2 !! -
More fun times from our man in Ripon, Wisconsin with a optimistic outlook on the NMRA. Lots of great insight and positive thoughts about what’s right with the organization. You can always count on Andy to show us a cheerful take on the world and this time is no different. Plenty of introductions come with this episode, so this is just the right tonic for that queasy stomach or sore throat when you need to take your mind off your troubles. We here at the old AML headquarters realize the previous sentence makes little sense but we ran out of things to say, so enjoy the podcast. Add your own smiley face here!! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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ViewerPosts Vacation Cruise #20 -
Your pet flamingo has escaped and is living happily ever after in Argyle, Texas using the fake name Daniel. Turns out going to the bank wearing a smiling emoji mask wasn’t as funny as you thought it would be. Your name is Andy and the old lumber you’re using to build your new layout is from the support beams in your grandma’s house. Well we can’t help you with any of these problems but we can guarantee that the next 90 minutes will be some of the most unproductive time you spend this month. So grab yourself a big cool glass of recycled watermelon juice, a big bowl of shredded onion skins and enjoy. Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Episode 101: Bob Sprague -
A lifelong model railroader, who enjoys track planning while becoming a fan of railroad prototype modeling. Trying to replicate the appearance and operations of real railroads as accurately as possible in miniature presents some interesting challenges. Few modelers have enough space to reproduce prototype track layouts with the distance required. Bob says half the fun of it is creating a track plan capturing the essence of a prototype in a manageable space is unique to every plan and layout builder. With almost 100 layouts plans featured on his website: bobstrackplans.com and a wealth of knowledge about the hobby you’ll be glad we decided to interview Bob. Enjoy!! This is a free podcast !! |
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Andy Dorsch Part #1 -
Whether or not you’re tearing down a layout, building a new one, creating another video with all sorts of tips and techniques or just planning out the next great layout, there’s a good chance our man Andy has already beat you to the punch. For the next two weeks we’re going to catch up with Andy Dorsch before he embarks on the journey towards completion of his first large layout. Through the wonders of digital media we’ll be able to follow along as he prepares the room, builds the bench work and completes the main line on his version of Chicago and Northwestern’s Marsh line. Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Virtual Hobby Shop #16 -
This is epic, two hours of the finest podcasting ever to hit the digital airwaves. Never mind what the subject is, by the time you’re finished listening, the sound of a screeching cat in the middle of the night will sound like heaven sent relief. But if you do make it all the way to the end you’ll have heard about steam locomotives, turnouts, tractive effort and the Railroad Prototype Modelers. So get yourself a cool glass of boiler water, big bowl of coal dust and enjoy !!! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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the Picnic Show -
It’s time to get ready once again for the annual AML picnic. When planning such a massive undertaking as this you’ve got to call in your crack staff. Unfortunately we don’t have a cracked staff but we were able to get three of Wisconsin’s most prolific barbecue planners. We’re ready to go, we’ve got Badger Burgers, Ripon’s finest hot dogs, buns and condiments what else do you need for a great day of train watching in Rochelle Illinois. This is a free podcast !! |
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All About Otto -
I know what you’re thinking when are we going to get to hear from Otto Vondrak again? Well you’re in luck, we have three separate segments that we’ve pieced together into one spectacular Otto extravaganza!! So sit back with a tall cool glass of leftover beer, a boxer last week’s donuts and enjoy !! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Episode 100: Tom Barbalet -
Well we made it, 100 episodes!! What a great journey this has been and it all started with the host of Model Rail Radio, Tom Barbalet so we decided who better to chat with almost four years later but the man himself. Tom is a great sport and a supporter of the show so what started out as a thirty minute interview ended as an hour and a half conversation. Thanks Tom and it won’t be long until we’re talking to you on episode 200. Enjoy!! |
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ViewerMail Flight #64 -
You’re upset because your cat “Fang” knows who’s going to win the World Cup but will only tell “Ted the Wonderdog” until you guarantee her a nonstop diet of fresh fish. You’ve taken a trip to Scotland to visit all the grocery stores but been arrested for walking with cows while under the influence. Well we can’t help you with these problems but we can certainly help you waste the next ninety minutes of your life with another exciting edition of ViewerMail. So sit back for the steaming hot bowl of haggis, a refreshing mug of Heather Ale and enjoy !! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Mike Deverell Part 4 -
Stop the presses, shout it from the mountain tops, let everyone know at long last it’s here. The final part of twenty-seven part Mike Deverell trilogy. Mike discusses his involvement with NMRA video program and how much he's learned from others and how much he enjoys the connections he’s made through the hobby. |
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ViewerPosts Vacation Cruise #18-
You’re convinced the best way to work on your year round tan is to be stranded on a deserted island with your favorite basketball Wilson. You just ordered a pizza because you’re hoping the delivery guy to kill a spider the size of a Buick. Still hoping Doritos will announce their newest flavor sausage and mayo ?? We can’t help with any of these problems but if you are prepared to patiently listen, we can help you waste the next ninety-two minutes and twenty-six seconds of your life. So sit back with a big bowl are Shredded potato chip bags, a nice cool glass of leftover puddle water and enjoy. Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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AML Product News - June 8th.
All the news that is the news is right here at your fingertips thanks to Model Railroad News editor Tony Cook. From Walters to Athearn, Tony has once again travelled the globe searching out just what you need to know to enjoy the hobby to it’s fullest. And as always, please remember… Only you can prevent forest fires. This is a free podcast !! |
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Springfield Interview: Kaylee Zheng
What is there to say about Kaylee Zheng that hasn’t been said already. I first heard about her from my friend “Ralphie Boy” Renzetti who couldn’t say enough positive things, so I decided if I got the chance at Amherst she would be an absolute must interview. The popular clinics discussing sound in scale model locomotives are some of the best out there and talking to her in person was just as much fun as I had hoped it would be. So sit back and relax with a big bowl of shredded ear protection, a steaming hot mug of lip balm and enjoy. Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Episode 99: Adam Pinales -
Have you ever wondered what it would be like if your dad owned a hobby store?? Just imagine what a podcast would be like if you interviewed somebody who is currently a conductor on the California Zephyr, building a live steam railroad around his house, a fantastic N scale layout and a garden railroad all at the same time. That guy would be Adam Pinales from Utah, another great find for the AML network and a fun interview to listen to. The only advice we can offer is to pay attention because you just don’t know what’s going to be said next. Enjoy!! This is a free podcast !! |
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Checking Inn: Marty McGuirk
It’s been quite a while since we talked to Marty so it’s time to check in and see what’s been happening. He removed the most recent version of his beautiful Central Vermont layout after he and his wife decided it was time to build a new basement. Whether it’s keeping his blog up-to-date, planning a new layout, trips to IKEA or just figuring out the shortest commute to his job in the nation’s capital, he’s always busy. And remember, November has always been Marty McGuirk month here at the old AML network. Enjoy !! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Springfield Interview: Moloco Trains -
Another in our continuing series of Springfield Train Show interviews, we stopped by for a quick chat with Nick Molo about his company and his excellent models. Moloco Trains is the creator of high quality HO scale freight car models. Since its beginning in 1996 and continuing today Nick Molo has produced a strong line of ready to run rolling stock. His extensive background in industrial design tool making has enabled him to generate some of the most sought after models today. As always it was fun to chat with somebody else in the in the industry, so please enjoy this conversation at your earliest possible convenience. Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Virtual Hobby Shop #15 -
Still hoping to get that shark hat for Father’s Day, wish your beer holding hat came with a mullet wig? Can’t wait to try out your new pizza towel, you’re convinced Tabasco flavored whiskey is your road fame and fortune. Where we can’t help you with any of that but it’s time to get excited at the end of the month as we bring you another exciting episode of Virtual Hobby Shop. But wait this one is different and the only way you can find out why, is to take a listen. So sit back what’s a giant bowl of flavored dust, a steaming hot mug of linseed oil and enjoy. Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Arrowhead Models: Blaine Hatfield -
Blaine Hadfield is launching a new company manufacturing high-end freight cars as he describes what it takes to get started and we’re there on the ground floor to hear all about it as Blaine opens the doors on the latest exciting adventure in his life. Blaine’s commitment to customer satisfaction will be second to none, relying on his experience from ten years in the industry giving the model railroad consumer more than what they’ve paid for. With an emphasis on information about the product and real-time delivery it’s obvious Arrowhead Models is going to have an impact. This is a free podcast !! |
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AML Product News - May 25th.
It’s time once again for the another episode of the wildly popular AML Product News. You’ve told all your friends, you’ve told all your neighbors, you’ve even told grandma this is the one show she doesn’t wanna miss. So put down your glue gun stop work on that Santa Fe resin box car kit and hang onto your hat for the most informative podcast on the Internet. Enjoy!! This is a free podcast !! |
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Springfield Interview: Rob Williams -
What happens when a first timer comes to Springfield?? This is the heart warming story of a young man from Harper’s Ferry on his first visit to North America’s largest model railroad show. It’s overwhelming, there’s so much stuff, so many people. Rob managed to find us and give a great description of what it was like to attend the show for the first time. Enjoy!! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Episode 98: Tony Cook - The host of AML’s Product News, editor of Model Railroad News, editor of HO Collector and associate editor of Railroad Model Craftsman. He’s one of the hobby’s most significant journalists, spanning the globe to bring you the constant variety of model railroading. Completely relaxed in front of the microphone Tony’s one and only true love is the Lincoln Continental and preferably the Mark IV. Enjoy!! This is a free podcast !! |
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ViewerPosts Vacation Cruise #17 -
Still waiting for your invitation to the royal wedding, you’ve decided to name your favorite sneakers Yammy and Laurel. You’re convinced those unfinished kits are an indication of just how much you can’t accomplish when you put your mind to it. It’s time for another out of body experience listening to ViewerPosts brought to you by your favorite extraterrestrials. So sit back with the big bowl of discarded glitter and a steaming hot mug of rocket fuel and enjoy!! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Springfield Interview: Terry Terrance
An avid O Scale railroader, electronics wiz, convention organizer and general all round great guy Terry Terrance has been busy on his layout since retirement from Sikorsky Helicopters. He typifies what this podcast is all about, model railroading and the people behind it.Now he’s busy helping to organize the National O Scale convention in Washington, DC. But he still found time to stop and chat with us at Springfield. Enjoy!!! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Take the Train to Kansas City -
Take your own private railcar to the NMRA convention with deluxe rail service on board Kevin Moore’s premier BERLIN sleeping car from Chicago to Kansas City this summer. We’ve added facts to our website describing in detail this once in a lifetime trip. Plus we find out why Amtrak has decided private railcars have become so burdensome, these fine recreations of the American rail scene are being forced out from the American scene, making it a difficult as possible for these car owners to operate. This is a free podcast !! |
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Kelly Questions: Rounds 33-34-35
Haworth-Skibbe-Adams Still questioning whether or not that purchase of swampland was a good investment after all, why can’t we spell creativity anyway we want, if the fork was made of gold wouldn’t still be considered silverware. We can’t help you with any of these pressing questions but we can certainly assist with making that nagging headache worse. So sit back with a big bowl of chopped oily shop rags, a steaming hot cup of river algae and enjoy !! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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AML Product News - May 11th. Want to find out how to chill a bottle of wine in just three minutes, still looking for that giant shark photo off the coast of Australia or thinking about how to become a professional bridesmaid. Well it’s all here in another addition of product news with your favorite Model Railroad News editor Tony Cook. So sit back was a giant bowl wedding rice, of steaming hot cup of boiler paint and enjoy!! This is a free podcast !! |
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Springfield Interview: Wayne Mollohan -
Providence Northern Model Railroad Club just wouldn’t be the same without our next guest, a long time listener, Superfan and strong supporter of the podcast, Wayne Mollohan has been a model railroader for first long as he can remember. He stopped by long enough to have some cookies, update us on all the news around the great state of Rhode Island and reassure us the hobby is not dying. It’s a great interview to bring you up-to-date on all the comings and goings of your favorite AML dentist Dr. Wayne Mollohan. Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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ViewerPosts Vacation Cruise #16 -
Still dreaming of that island in the sun, convinced that WD-40 is just as good as any sunscreen at the local drugstore. You’re just to busy to read all the ViewerPosts. Doing laundry, answering the door, sweeping out the garage, making a sandwich or trying to drink a gallon of milk before it goes bad. Just relax, enjoy the commute and before you know it, this podcast will make you as numb has a Hawaiian surfer on an iceberg. So sit back with a big bowl of shredded conch shells, a frosty mug of salty sea water and enjoy!! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Episode 97: Jerry Britton -
It's another great story intertwining model railroading with everyday life. A native of Pennsylvania, this is the heart warming story of local boy makes good. Maintaining a very active blog, hosting an extremely well laid out website with millions and millions of visits, while building a fantastic layout. Jerry’s truly a nonstop whirling dervish, always something on the go, the kind of model railroader I always hoped to be. Never wasting a minute of valuable time as he works toward finishing his fantastic HO scale Pennsylvania Railroad layout set in the 1950s. This interview has lots of interesting information and plenty of model railroading stories to keep you entertained as you travel the highways and byways of life. Enjoy!! |
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Springfield Interview: David Lehlbach -Since 2007 Tangent Scale Models has been creating some of the finest HO scale railroad freight car models available on the market today, covering all eras from 1917 to the present. David Lehlbach believes freight cars are just as important to any layout as the locomotives that move them.
We had a great chat at sitting in the Tangent booth at the Amherst show in Springfield, Mass. There’s was plenty of activity around the booth in the short time we spent together and David had some very definite ideas about the future of model railroading. Enjoy!! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Virtual Hobby Shop #14 -
Once again it’s time to hang out with the boys down at the shop and find what’s happening in everyone’s life. This time with an international flavor as Gordy Robinson, Peter Borcherds and all of the regular characters get ready to chew the fact about anything and everything. Gordy entertains us with some of his and endless riddles and a vivid description of his trip to North America and quality time spent with our very own Chris Atkins. We learn about Tower 55, Twenty-Four hours of Saginaw and how Gordy attempted to qualify for the Texas NASCAR race, plus he takes time out to fire up a couple of Genset locomotives. All this and more so get yourself a big bowl of shredded tires, a steaming hot cup of ethanol fuel and enjoy. Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Mike Deverell Part 3.
It's time for another visit with Mike Deverell and his Colorado Front Range Railroad. We pick up where we left off on our last visit as Mike describes using his new laser that he purchased in order to build structures specifically designed for his railroad. We learn about Sears homes which were basically giant 1:1 shipped to a town by the railroad and constructed buy a local crew. He also describes extensively using flats to create city scenes that will be well lit during nighttime operations. It’s another great visit with Mike that I’m sure you’ll enjoy. |
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Tape 2 Tape - 2018.
It's time once again for AML’s Stanley Cup playoff breakdown, yes that’s right it’s the show you been waiting all season for, Tape 2 Tape. Get ready to arrive at the net with the puck in a bad mood. All your favorite AML hockey analysts are here with their expert predictions and playoff analysis to save you the time of watching any games. There will be plenty of hooking and slashing as we sort out who’s finally victorious and hoists the cup. So get yourself a big bowl of old hockey tape, a glass of melted center ice and enjoy. |
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AML Product News - April 27th. After a well deserved spring break of frolicking on the beaches in Daytona our favorite Model Railroad News editor Tony Cook, is back what another episode of product news. Walters announces another locomotive, the always popular trivia question as well as some of the most important product announcements in the hobby. Enjoy!! |
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Springfield Interview: Gordy Robinson -
People from all over the world come to the Springfield Show, Gordy Robinson come from Scotland. He’s a member of the NMRA British Region and also on the worldwide NMRA media team. Gordy is one of the young gun’s in the hobby and living proof that it’s not dying yet. He’s seriously considering running for the NMRA Board of Directors and would be a great addition to the executive committee. Enjoy!! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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ViewerPosts Vacation Cruise #15 -
Need to get away because your pet alligator bit off your favorite arm, got your finger stuck in a bowling ball, your pet cat Muffin just isn’t eating or a swarm of bees surrounded your car and you can’t get out. Well we can’t help with any of these problems but we can help you waste 99 minutes of your life that will make these problems seem small. So get youself a big hot mug radiator fluid, a steaming hot plate of shredded hockey tape and enjoy !!! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Shane Show #4: Proto Throttle Review -
Some say it’s the most realistic throttle for operating model diesel locomotives ever produced… We say it’s not a proven product until it passes the Shane test. It’s been reported in some circles that modelers can operate just like a real engineer with the new ProtoThrottle because the controls feel and perform just like the prototype. So take a listen while Model Railroad News editor Tony Cook and our very own Shane “the Young Gun” put this product to the test. |
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Springfield Interview: Jim Scorse -
This time we clog up the aisles as we talk to NCE founder Jim Scorse a long time supporter of ModelersLife. NCE has been developing and manufacturing DCC Products since 1993, they’ve also supplied other DCC and locomotive manufacturers. Jim tells that NCE recently doubled their manufacturing space but still keep labor costs low by utilizing modern automated robotic assembly for most products. They’ve come a long way since starting the company in Jim’s garage… Sound familiar?? Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Episode 96: Blair Kooistra Part 2 -
Blair Kooistra month continues here on the ‘ole AML Network, a resident of Fort Worth, Texas, Blair has made outstanding contributions to the photographic interpretation of North America's railroading. He’s photographed railroads extensively since high school and his work has been widely published, with 15 articles in the Trains magazine index and he was recognized in its 50th anniversary issue (November 1990). He remains active as a photographer, concentrating on shortlines and heritage railroading and traveled twice to Australia where there is still access to facilities and railroaders. “Overall Kooistra’s work is among the most significant railroad photography of the post-steam era,” writes Scott Lothes, president of the Center for Railroad Photography & Art |
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Atkins Diet #5 -
Still can’t out down that bowl sour cream and bacon chips, you’ve had one to many cans of Spam for breakfast, you thought Hershey bars were a health food?? Well fear not we’ll have you looking slim and trim in no time with another episode of the Atkins Diet. Chris has been once again travelling the highways and byways of America searching out his latest model railroading adventure. So sit back with a big glass of musty flood water, a big bowl of shredded wet carpet and enjoy !!! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Springfield Interview: Greg Javonillo
I’ve met so many great people through this podcast and Greg is no different. Although originally from the area he’d come to Springfield from New Orleans where he lives now. From show apps, the bus ride to the show and everything else. Greg embodies what the typical Amherst show goer looks and sounds like and I know you’ll enjoy this interview. Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Kooistra: a Dying Transcontinental -
This is a bonus episode in the eighteen part Blair Kooistra trilogy as he describes in detail his stunning 27 minute black-and-white video tribute to the west end of the Chicago, Milwaukee, St. Paul & Pacific Railroad and its employees, photographed during its last years of operation, 1977-1980. You can find it here: https://vimeo.com/261066420 Blair returned decades later to the Pacific Northwest to complete the stories of the people who made the Milwaukee Road special. This is a great companion piece to a video that makes railroading more romantic than a Harlequin romance novel. Open in iTunes Here. Free Download from Libsyn Here. |
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ViewerPosts Vacation Cruise #14 -
Ready for another cruise down the river of life?? Another opportunity to change course on your journey of hope?? A chance to find the true meaning of life?? Well we here at the ‘ole AML Network can’t help with anything worthwhile but we can make you wish that you’d fallen overboard. So grab a deck chair, put on your favorite sun hat and we’ll have begging for it to stop in no time. Enjoy!! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Springfield Interview: Miles Hale
You know him from years of Woodland Scenic’s demonstrations and clinics explaining scenery techniques as close to nature as you can get them. Now it’s time to hear the untold story of Miles Hale direct from the middle of the aisle way in the Better Living Center at the Springfield Train Show. We blocked of the path of busy show goers as we merrily chatted and chuckled. We even managed to talk model railroading. So grab yourself a big bowl of ground foam, a tall bubbly glass of matte medium and enjoy !! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Episode 95: Blair Kooistra -
If it moves Blair will photograph it, he’s such an interesting guy we declared April, Blair Kooistra month at the ‘ole AML Network. He started out as a photojournalist had his first article in Trains magazine published before he was and now works as a dispatcher for the BNSF. Living in Texas he decided it was only natural to Australian railroads but his Walla Walla Valley Railroad was featured in Great Model Railroads 2005. It’s another great interview and Blair is an interesting guy so enjoy!! Open in iTunes Here. Free Download from Libsyn Here. |
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Kelly Questions: Rounds 30-31-32 It's time once again to grill some unsuspecting guests with the carefully crafted “Kelly Questions. This time Todd Arnett, Mike “the Spoon” Ostertag and Bob Fallowfield try their hand at these life changing insights. So take notes, don’t think to hard and enjoy !!! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Springfield Interview: James Mattern
It's another Springfield interview and this time it’s none other than James Mattern. Most of you well recognize him as one of Tom Jacob’s right hand men building the “Reading Crossline Railroad.” James sampled some of Barb’s cookies and caught us up to date on all his goings on. Enjoy !! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Springfield Interview: ScaleTrains.com -
More Springfield interviews featuring the ScaleTrains.com guys. Always easy to talk with, the boys from ScaleTrains.com don’t disappoint. So pull up a chair and listen to what Shane Wilson, Paul Ellis and Todd arnett have to say. Open in iTunes Here. Free Download from Libsyn Here. |
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Virtual Hobby Shop #13 -
Time once again to see what the boys down at the ‘ole Virtual Hobby Shop are talking about. But be prepared as we join them just in time to take part in a heated discussion about NMRA Insurance as Bruce the Mailboy makes his feelings known. So get yourself a big bowl tornado damage, a tall glass of storm surge and enjoy !!! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Springfield Interview: Dave Barraza -
All the way from Wading River, New York in the middle of Long Island it’s our very own Dave Barraza. We originally interviewed Dave on episode 70 and we caught up with him again at the Springfield train show. So sit back with a bowl of shredded banana peels, a glass of unfiltered sea water and enjoy !!! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Springfield Interview: Richard Deuso -
A retired fire fighter and battalion chief in… Wait for it… Rhode Island, Richard retired to Vermont and now models the Lamoille Valley Railroad. We found Richard through our connection with Chris Atkins you heard about Richard through Jin Senese… Okay now we’re all suitably confused it’s time listen to another Springfield interview. Enjoy !! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Springfield Interview: SoundTraxx - Can’t get enough of Springfield interviews??... That’s good we got plenty !! George from SoundTraxx is always gracious enough to take the time to tell us what’s new in Durango, Colorado and this time was no different.
George joined SoundTraxx in 2008 as a lifelong modeler and a “walking encyclopedia” of train facts and DCC know-how. He considers the model railroading community as “one big club.” Enjoy!! Open in iTunes Here. Free Download from Libsyn Here. |
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ViewerPosts Vacation Cruise #13 -
Still wondering why your ship hasn’t come in?? Convinced “Gilligan’s Island” was a true life documentary. Ever wonder why people pay to go up tall buildings and put money in binoculars to look at things on the ground? Well unfortunately we can’t help with any of these problems but we can help you waste ninety minutes of your life and point you in a direction you never knew existed. So sit back with a big plate of shredded grocery lists, a big glass of golf cart battery acid and enjoy !! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Episode 94: Kenny Broomfield -
"the Broomfield” is sweeping the nation like a new dance craze. Tired of doing the Macarena, the Locomotion or even Chubby Checker’s beloved Twist?? Then it’s time for you to get on board with all the other “cool” kids at your school and start doing “the Broomfield.” While you’re at take a listen to our latest episode and have the time of your life!! Enjoy !! Open in iTunes Here. Free Download from Libsyn Here. |
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Product news (that's kinda old) - Just when you thought there wasn’t enough… There’s more!!! It’s Bruce the Mailboy, Tony Cook (Model Railroad News editor) and AML’s very own Lionel. (the Evil Overlord) It’s a last minute show that took over 2 months to release but we froze it so it’s still fresh. Enjoy !! Open in iTunes Here. Free Download from Libsyn Here. |
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ViewerMail Flight #63 - Thought your day couldn’t get any worse, well have you ever wondered how you’d know if you ran out of invisible ink?? If your car could travel at the speed of light would the headlights still work?? Why do Buffalo Wings taste like chicken?? We can’t answer any of those questions but we can answer ViewerMail. Just in time for that commute home from another difficult day at the office, we answer some more of our voluminous ViewerMail. Enjoy !! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
AML Product News - March 9th -
All the news that is the news… Ever wondered which railroad bought the most of General Electrics B36-7’s well then you’ve come to the right place, find out about this and all the other important news of the day in model railroading right here with Model Railroad News editor Tony Cook.
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All the news that is the news… Ever wondered which railroad bought the most of General Electrics B36-7’s well then you’ve come to the right place, find out about this and all the other important news of the day in model railroading right here with Model Railroad News editor Tony Cook.
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Springfield Interview: Chris Adams -
A big fan of the AML Network and a regular contributor. Check out his blog that’s updated regularly at: http://blog.thevalleylocal.net/ And check out his website at: http://www.thevalleylocal.net/ If you’re at interested in the New Haven Railroad then Chris is the man to know. It was great fun talking with him at Springfield and he brought some of Deby’s brownies. Enjoy!! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
Springfield Interview: Christina Ganzer Zambri -
The NMRA’s marketing consultant from the exhibitors lounge at the Amherst Railway Society’s show at the Eastern Exposition grounds in Springfield , Massachusetts.
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The NMRA’s marketing consultant from the exhibitors lounge at the Amherst Railway Society’s show at the Eastern Exposition grounds in Springfield , Massachusetts.
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ViewerPosts Vacation Cruise #12 -
Do you need a vacation ?? Well we can’t help with that but we can make you wish you were lost at sea with no hope of survival. It’s another exciting AML podcast ready to fill your head all sorts of useless chatter. So take a seat in your favorite deck chair grab yourself a nice big bowl ground up rock molds, a tall glass melted white grease and enjoy !! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Episode 93: Mike Wichowski - From the frozen tundra of Lambeau Field in Green Bay, Wisconsin it’s AML’s very own Olympic hopeful Mike Wichowski. Why is a cheesehead modeling the Denver and Rio Grande Western?? Simple, he learned to downhill ski at an early age and decided to combine both the speed of the giant slalom with the skill of model railroading to create a twisted monstrosity.
We enlisted our very own Mike “the Spoon” Ostertag to carefully analysis all of Little Mike’s answers. The whole thing went great until we turned on the mic and started the interview. Make sure you listen until after the credits to discover the secret of “the Fighting Flopping Bass.” Enjoy !! Open in iTunes Here. Free Download from Libsyn Here. |
Springfield Interview: John Sacerdoti -
Ever wonder who’s in charge at the big Amherst Railway Society Train Show?? Well who’ve come to the right place, it’s our exclusive interview with show director John Sacerdote.
We had the chance to visit with John in the show office just long enough to find out all the behind scenes goings on.
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Ever wonder who’s in charge at the big Amherst Railway Society Train Show?? Well who’ve come to the right place, it’s our exclusive interview with show director John Sacerdote.
We had the chance to visit with John in the show office just long enough to find out all the behind scenes goings on.
Enjoy!!
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Virtual Hobby Shop #12 -
It’s time once again to gather at your local digital hobby shop on a Saturday morning to see what everyone’s doing. The coffee is on, the cash register is ringing up the sales and your favorite AML buddies are at the back of the store reading the latest magazines and eating all the donuts.Enjoy!!
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It’s time once again to gather at your local digital hobby shop on a Saturday morning to see what everyone’s doing. The coffee is on, the cash register is ringing up the sales and your favorite AML buddies are at the back of the store reading the latest magazines and eating all the donuts.Enjoy!!
Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife
AML Product News - February 23rd.
Just in time for that busy Friday morning drive to work it's the latest edition of product news with Model Railroad News editor Tony Cook.
Don't forget to take notes for the always popular Q&A after the game in the Whalers dressing room.
Enjoy!!!
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Just in time for that busy Friday morning drive to work it's the latest edition of product news with Model Railroad News editor Tony Cook.
Don't forget to take notes for the always popular Q&A after the game in the Whalers dressing room.
Enjoy!!!
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JoeFugate - Editor of Model Railroad Hobbyist -
This was a quick interview with Joe while attending the Springfield train show featuring his newest TOMA layout that was for sale. Joe is always interesting to talk to and this time was no different.
Enjoy!!!
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This was a quick interview with Joe while attending the Springfield train show featuring his newest TOMA layout that was for sale. Joe is always interesting to talk to and this time was no different.
Enjoy!!!
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ViewerPosts Vacation Cruise #11 - Just when you thought it was save to go back in the water here comes another edition of ViewerPosts.
This was an emergency session ordered from HQ on the 48th floor of the Mildred A. McCraken building because our very own Bruce Kelly Superfan #1 was wearing a sad clown face and needed to be cheered him up. The smoke was so thick in the town of Medford, Oregon the tears on his cheeks got stuck in the ash from the forest fires just a few hundred miles a way. So what better way to turn that frown upside down but another edition of ViewerPosts. Enjoy. Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Episode 92: Steve Campbell -
Have you ever wondered how to get full use of the garage for your model railroad or how your wife might let you build a model railroad in the bedroom. It’s all here in the latest episode of a ModelersLife. Like most of us Steve started out with a layout his father helped him build and now in retirement he enjoys the hobby even more. Steve models the New York Central on a 4’X 8’ layout that was featured in Model Railroader. Check out his website here: hitopbranchmodelrr.com Open in iTunes Here. Free Download from Libsyn Here. |
Conversations With Bruce - What can we tell you, our number one superfan Bruce Kelly had some hard hitting questions for Tony Cook editor of Model Railroad News, so we hit record button sent them back to their corners and told them to come out swinging.Tony wants to meet Joe Fugate and we’d like to figure out the secret of the universe. So here’s a spur of the moment podcast which unlike all the AML shows that strictly follow a script.
So get yourself a tall frosty mug of spent rocket fuel, a big bowl of crushed Geep 9 parts and enjoy !!
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So get yourself a tall frosty mug of spent rocket fuel, a big bowl of crushed Geep 9 parts and enjoy !!
Open in iTunes Here.
Free Download from Libsyn Here.
the Atkins Diet #4 - We know what you’re thinking… What’s Chris Atkins been up to??
Ever wonder why Chris chose to ride around his estate on a John Deere tractor and what does he know about Fight Club?? We didn’t care either but it’s always fun to hear about his latest road trip.
He travels to so many operating sessions he can’t hardly remember where he is today, so grab yourself a warm mug of soldering paste, a bowl of shredded waybills and enjoy !!
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Ever wonder why Chris chose to ride around his estate on a John Deere tractor and what does he know about Fight Club?? We didn’t care either but it’s always fun to hear about his latest road trip.
He travels to so many operating sessions he can’t hardly remember where he is today, so grab yourself a warm mug of soldering paste, a bowl of shredded waybills and enjoy !!
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Springfield Reports - An interview with Shawn Cavaretta from MinuteMan Scale Models of Nashua, New Hampshire and interesting story of starting out in the model railroading industry with laser cut kits and ending up producing Scale Coat Paints.
So get yourself a warm mug of Pullman Green paint, a crunching bowl of dried brushes and enjoy !!! Open in iTunes Here. Free Download from Libsyn Here. |
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AML Product News - February 9th.
All the news that is the news in the world of model railroading with Model Railroad News editor Tony Cook. It’s the most exciting 10 minutes in podcasting!!! Enjoy!!! Open in iTunes Here. Free Download from Libsyn Here. |
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Springfield Reports - Joe Cummings and Ted the Wonder Dog. Joe is a constant contributor to the podcast, he spent the whole weekend at the show and we knew before the show started we'd be talking with him.
He got into a bit of dust up with Joe Fugate when he tried to buy the MRH layout for $750 bucks. Enjoy!! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Springfield RoundUp - It was another great year at the Amherst Train Show in Springfield, Massachusetts and who better to review all the comings and goings than our very own Tony Cook, editor of Model Railroad News who was spent the weekend in the wilds of Kansas.
Fear not Railfan & Railroad associate editor Otto Vondrak was there with his able bodied sidekick Chris Stilson who travelled all the way from the Florida panhandle to get the lowdown on what’s new and what’s not. So sit back with a tall glass of parking lot puddle water, a big bowl of shredded train show badges and enjoy!!! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Episode 91: Jason Quinn -
Weathering, Chessie System, Ford Mustangs and DCC Trains in Cincinnati are important ingredients to becoming a well rounded model railroader. Especially if you live Indianapolis and have been custom painting locomotives since you were in middle school. Jason has appeared on Ken Patterson’s show several times describing how to weather cars and he does the same for us here. It’s a great show with tons of information and before you know it you’ll be shopping for your own Shelby Mustang. Enjoy !! Open in iTunes Here. Free Download from Libsyn Here. |
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Virtual Hobby Shop #11 -
Updates on everything from Tom Jacobs, Reading Crossline layout in a 52 foot by 73 foot building, Bruce's bad templates, Campbell Scale Models original dioramas and 357. Mike “Spoon” Ostertag talks about tooling around Manitowoc, Wisconsin in Grand Trunk GP 38-2 locomotive. Plus lots of other useless information. So get yourself a big frosty mug of stadium hot dog water, a big bowl diced train show tickets and enjoy !! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Fading Yellow with Mike Deverell -
Shane “the Young Gun” and Ralph Renzetti discuss fading yellow on Union Pacific locomotives and we hear some more updates from Mike Deverell about his Colorado Front Range Railroad. Open in iTunes Here. Free Download from Libsyn Here. |
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AML Product News - Amherst Train Show Edition.
This is a special report… Insert dramatic music here.From the AML headquarters in Busted Knuckle, Kentucky it’s the Amherst Train Show product news show. Find out about all the exciting new products being announced by different manufacturers right here with Tony Cook, Model Railroad News editor. We’ve searched every nook and cranny of the model railroad world to bring you all the news that is the news just for you to enjoy!!! Open in iTunes Here. Free Download from Libsyn Here. |
Chicago RPM ... the Lost Files -
Here’s the last of the interviews from ChicagoLand RPM. There’s six different interviews all interesting in their own way.
Everything from Dave Hussey of Cannon and Associates to AML regular Steven Haworth and a good deal in between. So sit back with a tall frosty glass of freshly squeezed dish rag water, a big bowl of pine needles from last seasons Christmas tree and enjoy!!
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Here’s the last of the interviews from ChicagoLand RPM. There’s six different interviews all interesting in their own way.
Everything from Dave Hussey of Cannon and Associates to AML regular Steven Haworth and a good deal in between. So sit back with a tall frosty glass of freshly squeezed dish rag water, a big bowl of pine needles from last seasons Christmas tree and enjoy!!
Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife
SoundTraxx and the NMRA - Here's the last interviews from ChicagoLand RPM with George Bogatiuk III from SoundTraxx and
Pete Lakatos the Superintendent of the NMRA’s WISE Division.
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Pete Lakatos the Superintendent of the NMRA’s WISE Division.
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ViewerMail Flight #62 -
Once again it’s time for our voluminous ViewerMail, forget all those other hard hitting news shows like 60 Minutes, Dateline or 20/20, everything you’ll need to know about life, the universe and everything model-railroading related is right here. All you’re required to do is waste a good chunk of your valuable time.So sit back with a big bowl of steaming hot anti-freeze from your Aunt Mabel’s ‘83 Ford LTD, a tall glass of spot free rinse from your favorite carwash and enjoy !!! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Episode 90: the Mattern Chronicles Working for the Norfolk Southern Railroad has only made the hobby of model railroading more intense for our latest victim… Err… I mean guest, James Mattern When James isn’t busy as a regular crew member on Tom Jacobs, Reading layout, he’s busy modeling the post war Cornwall Railroad. So sit back and relax with big frosty mug of diesel fuel as we bring you, “the Mattern Chronicles.” Open in iTunes Here. Free Download from Libsyn Here. |
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AML Product News - January 12th, 2018
All the news that is the news in world of model railroading, with Model Railroad News Editor, Tony Cook. Enjoy !! Open in iTunes Here. Free Download from Libsyn Here. |
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Bonus Episode: a Vondrak Christmas
In our enthusiasm to make a great Christmas show we invited Railfan and Railroad associate editor Otto Vondrak to join us. As always Otto was more than willing to participate and once again turned out to be a great guest.So good in fact we ended up talking to him for an hour and a half. He didn’t want to stop because as always, Otto was full of great information. So sit back while we shoot the breeze with Ed’s son… Not that Ed… The other Ed, as we close the curtain on another great Christmas season. Enjoy !! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
Dallas Area Train Show -
Our very own Chris Atkins tells us all about the big Dallas area train show at the Plano Centre in, you guessed it… Plano, Texas. There are all kinds of things to do and see. Loads of vendors, layouts, clinics, plus tours of individual home layouts.
So visit: dfwtrainshows.com for all the details and there’s even a link to view the bylaws of the North Texas Council of Railroad Clubs.
Enjoy !!
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Our very own Chris Atkins tells us all about the big Dallas area train show at the Plano Centre in, you guessed it… Plano, Texas. There are all kinds of things to do and see. Loads of vendors, layouts, clinics, plus tours of individual home layouts.
So visit: dfwtrainshows.com for all the details and there’s even a link to view the bylaws of the North Texas Council of Railroad Clubs.
Enjoy !!
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Virtual Hobby Shop #10 -
It's time once again to hangout with guys as we solve world problems and enjoy the fellowship of a common interest. This month we hear from the AML's favorite locomotive engineer Mike "the Spoon" Ostertag as he describes his new assignment in Manitowoc, Wisconsin. Tom Jacobs tells us about the progress made in the "barn" as he continues his quest to build "the Crossline." Ever wanted to know how decals are made?? We try to uncover some of the mystery on this and a variety of other subjects. Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Episode 89: Joe & Patty Fugate -
It’s our annual state of the hobby with Joe Fugate and this year we’re joined by his wife Patty who’s very much involved with Model Railroad Hobbyist as well as just enjoying the hobby. Join the editor of the hobby’s leading online magazine and some AML regulars as we look forward to the future of the model railroading. Enjoy !! Open in iTunes Here. Free Download from Libsyn Here. |
AML Product News -
Model Railroad News editor Tony Cook guides us up to through all the goings on from around the world of model railroading.
Everything from new HO Scale cars to the latest in must read books.
Enjoy !!
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Model Railroad News editor Tony Cook guides us up to through all the goings on from around the world of model railroading.
Everything from new HO Scale cars to the latest in must read books.
Enjoy !!
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Christmas Thanks -
Just a quick message to thank all those who've come along on this voyage and shown their support.
And now the barking Dogs singing Jingle Bells.
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Just a quick message to thank all those who've come along on this voyage and shown their support.
And now the barking Dogs singing Jingle Bells.
Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife
Merry Christmas 2017 -
Nothing says Christmas like barking dogs !!
Take it away boys !!
Nothing says Christmas like barking dogs !!
Take it away boys !!
Episode 88: the Christmas Stories -
Once again Christmas is upon us and you’re more convinced than ever that gingerbread sleep on a cookie sheet. Excitement is building as Santa’s little helpers are studying hard to learn the elf-alphabet.
This year we’ve circled the globe to bring you some of the nicest Christmas stories you’ve ever heard so sit back with a big bowl of reindeer toe nail clippings, a tall glass of melted yellow snow and enjoy !!
Once again Christmas is upon us and you’re more convinced than ever that gingerbread sleep on a cookie sheet. Excitement is building as Santa’s little helpers are studying hard to learn the elf-alphabet.
This year we’ve circled the globe to bring you some of the nicest Christmas stories you’ve ever heard so sit back with a big bowl of reindeer toe nail clippings, a tall glass of melted yellow snow and enjoy !!
Kelly Questions Rounds 27,28,29 -
Still not sure if fish ever get thirsty? Can’t figure out why round pizza comes in a square box, still dreaming of a better world where chickens can cross the road without having their motives challenged.Fear not these questions and many more won’t be answered but sit back and enjoy three more rounds of the Kelly Questions with Dave Barraza, Luke Lemmens and Nick Ozorak.
And remember… Just because you bit a coin doesn’t mean you’ll make any cents.
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Still not sure if fish ever get thirsty? Can’t figure out why round pizza comes in a square box, still dreaming of a better world where chickens can cross the road without having their motives challenged.Fear not these questions and many more won’t be answered but sit back and enjoy three more rounds of the Kelly Questions with Dave Barraza, Luke Lemmens and Nick Ozorak.
And remember… Just because you bit a coin doesn’t mean you’ll make any cents.
Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife
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ViewerPosts Vacation Cruise # 9 -
Listening to another edition of ViewerPosts is like going to a speed dating event. You can’t take all day trying to figure out if it’s worth spending anytime with but you can pretty quickly discover if you just need to move on. So sit back while you prepare to waste another two hours of your life trying to find something better to do. Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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ChicagoLand RPM Meet:
Another interview from the ChicagoLand RPM meet. This time we talk with show organizer Mike Skibbe and the president of ScaleTrains.com Shane Wilson. Lots of interesting discussion so sit back with a big bowl of crushed poker chips, a tall glass of recycled ditch water and enjoy !! |
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Episode 87: Christmas Train Sets -
Christmas is fast approaching so what better time to discuss all the great train sets available on the market. Bruce Kelly, Tony Cook and Shane "the Young Gun" help us decide what to place under the family tree. We also discuss other wonderful presents like the new ESU Cab Control. Other topics include ethnic costumes, Lionel's chances of qualifying for the Indy 500 and Bruce's close personal relationship with movie star Paul Newman and his contributions to the final draft of "Cool Hand Luke." Enjoy !! |
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a Good Idear -
After lengthy discussions and several meetings, endless emails, running it up and down the flag pole, a new segment is being unleashed on an unsuspecting public.Tony Cook, a longtime member of the model railroad press suggested a review of new products would be a great idea for the ole’ AML Network, so we decided to give a try. This is a behind the scenes look at that meeting. Enjoy !! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Product News December 1st-2017 -
Here's Model Railroad News editor Tony Cook with all the news that is the news in the world of model railroading. Enjoy !! |
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An AML Quickie -
Who was the guy that told Jim Senese about what Chris Atkins said the Kansas City Terminal Railroad was one of his favorites. We don’t know but we hope the AML faithful will solve this mystery. So sit back with tall glass of dull cote, a big bowl of pan pastels and enjoy!!! |
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the LunchTime Show #3 -
Another on the road interview from the Chicagoland RPM Meet using the sexy voicenator 500. Actually it’s the zoom H5 with Shurr hand held mics but basically the same thing. Lots of interesting information so sit back, put your feet up and try not to panic when you lean over to far. Enjoy!!! |
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Virtual Hobby Shop # 9 -
The internet came crashing down at the ole’ AML headquarters and this VHS episode is what we were left with. Gordy Robinson and Peter Borcherds from across the pond join some of the regular AML supporting cast and it’s all hands on deck while we try to get the ship righted. So sit back with a big bowl of shredded life rings, a tall glass of salt water and enjoy!!! Download this episode at: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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ChicagoLand RPM Meet: These RPM Meets are one of the most popular ways for model railroaders from all over the world to gather. I was asked to help MC some of the events at this past Chicagoland meet held in October of 2017 and I took along my trusty little digital recorder.Long known as the RPM Conference in Naperville, this was the 24th annual event held in the area. It’s a premiere gathering of railroad prototype modelers and is a place to share models, learn from clinics, and grow as a modeler. These are five great interviews on a range of subjects that I’m sure you’ll enjoy. You can download it here: www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Episode 86: Dennis Drury - This is the episode we learn all about the model/prototype railroading life of Dennis Drury a former signal maintainer on the Southern Pacific railroad. Plus we learn a great deal about the Sperry Rail Car Service, hi rail trucks and track maintenance in South America.
He’s had a fascinating journey including a short stint applying his model railroad skills in the 1:1 world of railroading. Check out his article about using JMRI to create switchlists in the October, 2013 Model Railroad Hobbyist magazine. Enjoy!! |
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ViewerMail Flight #61 - Here it is another flight into the unknown world of listeners email. Everything from fullsize sleepers to arygle socks in covered in depth. So come along as we travel the globe looking to undercover enough useless information to sink a ship. Do you know the county seat of Volusia County, Florida. Why is it called a hat trick. We cover some of Morgan’s notes and possibly visit the SuperFan museum. Enjoy !!! You can download it here: www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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the LunchTime Show #2 -
So once again the Young Gun has done damage to himself, I don’t even like hearing about it. Listen to Shane talk about his encounter with the belt machine. We’re joined by some of the other AML regulars and Milwaukee’s Trainfest quickly approaches. Take a chill pill… Speed kills Del. Enjoy !! |
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Kelly Questions, Rounds 24, 25, 26 -
Featuring Blaine Hatfield, Bernie Kempenski and Jim Sacco of City Classics. With special guest appearance by Kevin “Mr. Fixtures” Marks. It’s over two hours of model railroading questions and answers… Sort of. Enjoy. You can download it here: www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Episode 85: Steven Haworth -
It’s Episode 85 with Steven Haworth. (pronouced hey-worth) He’s an avid Rio Grand Southern modeler with a great blog at: http://rgsrr.blogspot.ca/ I’ve had the chance to visit with Steven and he’s an interesting fellow so we here at the ole’ AML headquarters in Busted Knuckle, Kentucky are sure you’ll have fun listening. Enjoy !!! |
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Virtual Hobby Shop Number Eight -
It's another couple of hours hanging around with some of AML’s finest. Kevin Marks, Bruce the Mailboy, Ralphie Boy, Bruce Kelly “Superfan #1”, Tom “0013” Jacobs and Mike “Spoon” Ostertag. Kevin tells us all about his highly detailed O scale track he’ll be displaying at the Fast Tracks booth during Trainfest in Milwaukee. Spoon tries to convince us S-scale is the going to be the biggest thing in model railroading. We figure out the average age of model railroaders and generally solve all the problems of the world. All this and Kevin tells us about his rocking new haircut. Lots of fun… Enjoy !!! You can download it here: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Lunch Time Show #1 -
Mike Deverell attempts to bring us up to speed on what’s happening with his Colorado and Front Range Railroad but as usual we talk to much and barely scratch the surface. Click on the pho-toe to follow the link. |
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Shane Show # 3 - Operations, an N-Scale station with an complete interior, Model Railroad News Editor Tony Cook, ugly Baldwin diesels and undecorated locomotives without instructions. These topics and a range of others are a just a few of things covered on the latest episode of the “Shane Show.”
We investigate Lionel’s favorite locomotive the Alco RS-1, search for one on e-bay and find out about the Goodyear RS1 blimp. Don’t forget to visit Shane’s Facebook page “Brakeman 17 Custom Models.” Enjoy!! You can download it here: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Just a Show !!! - Still not sure what happened at the Oscars, wish you could get today’s headlines three months late. You’ve always been curious about the origins of Pancake Tuesday, what’s the March Equinox, when is Easter?
You’ve been trapped on an escalator for three hours just four steps from the top. You don’t know what President Trump’s last name is, This is the show for you. Just a few guys sitting around discussing life’s little problems. Enjoy!! |
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Episode 84: Gevos, Gevos, Gevos !!! -
The model railroad world is a buzz with all the excitement created by the release of the Tier 4 Gevo models from InterMountain and ScaleTrains.com. Both models are very nicely done, we talk with both Shane “the Young Gun” and Tony Cook the editor of Model Railroad News. There’s lots to learn, when comparing the models from two different manufacturers side by side. You’ll even get a chance to learn about the “flaming loop” an industry standard when it comes to testing model railroad locomotives. |
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ViewerPosts Vacation Cruise # 9 -
You just walked into a room to get something but can’t remember what it was. Still can’t decide what your favorite app is. Can’t wait till disco makes a comeback. Your favorite scratch pad is more than have gone.We can’t help with most of this but we’re pretty sure you were looking for your Pez dispenser. Everything else will still be a problem after you set sail on the latest version of the ViewerPosts Vacation Cruise but you’ll be glad when it’s over. Enjoy !!! You can download it here: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Episode 83: NMRA - It’s a roundtable discussion about all things NMRA with the president Charlie Getz, marketing director Christina Ganzer-Zambri, NMRA Facebook guy and division representative for the Scotland division Gordy Robinson. Some of our show regulars all of whom have been deeply involved with the NMRA at some level, Bruce the Mailboy, Chris Atkins (the Atkins Diet) and Superfan #1 and creator of the much loved “Kelly Questions,” Bruce Kelly.
It’s a good discussion with plenty of topics to choose from, the aging membership, the discount program now available for members, internet vs hobby shops, putting the magazine on the internet plus a host of other topics are covered in this very interesting episode. Enjoy !! |
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Kelly Questions Rounds 21-22-23 -
Still have some unanswered questions about life, can’t decide whether to watch Jeopardy or listen to the Kelly questions. Still confused because money doesn’t grow on trees but banks have branches. Want to know why some bread is square and some lunch meat is round. You want to put your two cents in but people will only give you a penny for your thoughts. Still confused because a round pizza comes in a square box?? Well these questions and many more won’t be answered here but we can help you waste at least a couple of hours of your valuable time. So sit back with a warm glass of shaved grass clippings, a big bowl of dust bunnies and enjoy !! You can download it here: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Model Railroad Open House -
An annual event that’s almost 50 years old showcasing model railroads in Maryland, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Virginia, and West Virginia. Jerry Britton volunteered to take over organization of the great event recently and has created a great website for everyone to use. Layouts are open in November, which coincides with National Model Railroad Month in conjunction with the Garden State, New Jersey, Philadelphia, South Mountain, and Susquehanna divisions of the NMRA. Enjoy !! |
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Virtual Hobby Shop Number Seven - It was a quiet morning at the virtual hobby shop until Tom and Jerry showed up and then there was lots to about. Historical societies, layout tours, gluing homasote, regional conventions, helix building along with a variety of other topics.
It’s amazing how three model railroaders can fill up almost two hours of air time without much effort. This is a great podcast and will easily help you pass the time whether your filling orders at Campbell Scale Models or casting parts at Micro Trains. Enjoy !! You can download it here: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Conversations with Bruce - I know what you’re asking yourself… You want to know what SuperFan #1 Bruce Kelly is really like. Does he wear boxers or briefs, what does look like while he’s asleep, what kind of cologne does he wear.
We’ll try to answer all of your Kelly questions but this conversation started with him telling us about his job at Campbell Scale Models. It’s the story of a Connecticut fireman who travels west to find his dream. Enjoy !!! You can download it here: https://www.patreon.com/ModelersLife |
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Episode 82: Mike Skibbe - Mike's gone from child laborer at a hobby shop to the guy who keeps everybody happy at the Naperville RPM meet. But it’s not in Naperville anymore it’s now moved across the street to Lisle, Illinois and it’s official name is Railroad Prototype Modelers Conference Chicagoland.
Mike is also an original member of the N scale Modutrak group, a collection of like minded modelers working to build a highly realistic N scale modular layout. Mike is fond of the phrase, better modeling through peer pressure but don’t fooled this just a group of guys trying to elevate each others modeling. We also learned how to pronounce Des Plaines and Illinois. Enjoy!!! |
