Model Rail Radio

Tom starts the show with Fred Thompson about his model railroading interests. Terry kicks off the box car conversation. Tom talks with Chris and Jeff about live steam in a variety of sizes. Marty calls in to talk layout disassembly with Lionel, box cars and more tales from manufacture. Clark is about to run trains. The intervention with Chris on why (after years co-hosting the show) he doesn't have a layout. Bruce Wilson chimes in on his lack of layout too. Craig provides some fun in operations. Matt is congratulated for his Bertie win. Jason offers some explanation of his completely incomplete club layout although Lionel is a fan. Mike will be at Grand Rails as will Tom. This is a live internet radio show recorded at 4.30pm Pacific on Saturday every-other-week. For more information, http://www.modelrailradio.com/

Mike, Tom and Jeff start the call talking about restoring Lionel. Duncan McRee and Craig Bisgeier talk about wireless and track-power-free DCC with some feedback from Anders, Terry and other crew members. David Ramos describes what it takes to make a social epicenter operating layout. Chris describes his latest work on Trevor's layout. Bruce, Chris and Tom rap on the difficulty finding some UK prototype items. Terry provides an update on his helix. The discussion continues on the Berties. Ed adds a little something random to the discussion. Clark Kooning and Tim Warris call in to talk about Cuban railroading, winning a Bertie and what's coming up this year for Fast Tracks. They discuss changes in the NMRA MMR classification coming up. This is a live internet radio show recorded at 4.30pm Pacific on Saturday every-other-week. For more information, http://www.modelrailradio.com/

Tom starts the show chatting with Matt Goodman about the many uses of the iCar. Winston Norton introduces his layout. Dave Frary talks briefly about HOn30 versus HOe. Anders Wirten begins his co-hosting duties introducing Kathy Millatt who is modeling New England in England. Troels Kirk takes the floor to discuss his splendid On30 layout of the Maine coast complete with specially created sound modules. Lionel Strang talks about Springfield. Vera Sepulveda talks about her new layouts in a small space with addition assistance from the Professor. Jim Lincoln talks about designing tie plates amongst other topics. Yainnis Hazapis offers his model railroading interests including being a store owner and a layout designer. Jan Reijnders and his friends, Peter and Hans, explain their particular perspective on the hobby. Roderik Vanderkelen talks about his Nepalese HOe layout. Richard Stoehrer re-introduces himself to the show. Paul Best describes his south east London shelf layout. Jeff Shockley drops a bombshell. Thi

Tom presents the 2011 Bertie Awards. Congratulations to all the winners!

Tom, Jeff, Terry and Peter Stempel start the show talking about Springfield photo streams. Peter Verheyen calls in to talk about paper modeling and German modeling. Marty McGirk calls in to talk about the changes in his layout. Terry gives a Springfield update. The crew talks about a particular yahoo operator and the economy's disconnection from the hobby. Jim Lincoln and Lionel Strang call in from the Springfield dinner. Edward Novit introduces his old layout and his future layout plans modeling fruit row in Washington. Murray Scholz calls in to chat with the Professor and Tom about possible future articles in Narrow Gauge Down-Under. Murray turns the tables and asks Tom what he's modeling in the near future. The Professor and Ros talk about brass: a topic throughout the show. Jeff gives the Del Mar Va update. Jim Gifford provides a wiring and track-laying update on his layout. Hoffy creates a new means to call in to the show. This is a live internet radio show recorded at 4.30pm Pacific on Saturday every-ot

Tom starts the new year chatting with Chris about working on Trevor's layout. Jeff from Dover asks about putting out the wide variety of Model Rail Radio Skype chats that seem to go on through the weeks where the show isn't being recorded. The Prof calls in from a mystery location (aka Stockholm). Jim Gifford introduces his layout. The crew talk about N scale and aesthetics. Terry describes the work he has been doing on his layout including a huge helix. Wayde Gutman introduces his interest in early logging. Using card in the hobby is discussed by Jim Gore and the crew. Terry leads a discussion on photo backdrop printing with the crew. Hoffy continues his running overview on computerization with interesting feedback from Jason, Jeff and Mike. Ros asks a question about vintage scenery techniques. This is a live internet radio show recorded at 4.30pm Pacific on Saturday every-other-week. For more information, http://www.modelrailradio.com/

In a fantastic day organized by Jim Gifford, Tom talks to Fred of the Orient Express in Unley, South Australia. They then travel on to resident artist and post-colonial apocalypse modelrail enthusiast, BJ. They stop by Bill2's shelf layout and then on to the home of Rosslyn and Pam to discuss how many locomotives you need to own, where to put them and the benefits of N-ormal scale. Jim and Tom swing by Ross' layout to explore the use of a purpose built structure to recreate a very familar area (for Tom). The show rounds up with an extended discussion following a bonza BBQ. Hong Kong listener Paul stops by and the crew introduces Barry, Bob and Chris. Rounding off the evening with the spotlight put on Jim Gifford.

Anders, Terry and Tom talk model rail metaphysics briefly joined by Jim Gifford followed by some discussion of New York Railroads (now a common theme). The Professor calls back to discuss the Chocolate, shelf layouts with Terry and Tom. Mike Slater introduces his interest in three rail O scale. David Karkoski and Mike talk about the local scene. The crew discusses some of the politics of problem modelers at clubs. Peter Stempel calls back in to address Anders metaphysical model rail questions. D. Tom Conboy fills in more information on his layout experience and also how to find similar model rail enthusiasts. Jim Gifford gives an introduction of what the South Australian layout tour special will show. Jim Lincoln discusses his rail/road trip with Craig. Through the show the Listener Submitted Item finalists for the Bertie awards are repeated from the previous show. This is a live internet radio show recorded at 4.30pm Pacific on Saturday every-other-week. For more information, http://www.modelrailradio.com/

Tom starts the show welcoming on model railroader and podcaster, D. Tom Conboy. Chris gives a sombre update on the annual Christmas Train Show. Internet model rail legend, Prof. Klyzlr, calls in to discuss his many small layouts. Terry provides a background to modeling New York. Former Model Railroader magazine contributing editor and layout/chainsaw artist, Lionel Strang, calls in to describe some of his experiences. Uncommitted O Scaler Peter Stempel discusses laser ownership. Hoffy stops by to talk about computerization. Through the show the Listener Submitted Item finalists for the Bertie awards are announced. The usual crew also provide their gap filling and question prompting behavior. Even at more than five and a half hours, a lot of stunned silence was cut from the Prof's section of the show. You may want to play certain sections at half speed, and like Jeff from Dover, write very quickly. This episode contains a lot of information - some of it model railroad related. We promise! This is a live intern

*** STOP THE PRESSES *** Due to the late arrival of this show, the listener submitted item voting for the Berties will be extended through the month of January. More than USD200 of stuff on offer plus the chance to reward great work in the hobby. Check out modelrailradio.com for more. Email awards at modelrailradio dot com to vote! *** Tom mentions the show will be recorded on Skype going forward. If you want to participate or listen in live via Skype, just add tom.barbalet on Skype and enjoy the show as normal. Terry Terrance starts the show talking about a recent two rail O scale meet he attended. Tom recounts a day of trains in the San Francisco Bay Area with Matt Goodman. Jimmy Simmons calls in to provide an update on life with a laser. Ted Roy gives an update on his N scale traction layout. The show rounds out with Swedish listener, Anders Wirten calling in to talk about his fascinating 1970s layout. This is a live internet radio show recorded at 4.30pm Pacific on Saturday every-other-week. For more info

*** STOP THE PRESSES *** Less than a week to vote in the Bertie awards. More than USD200 of stuff on offer plus the chance to reward great work in the hobby. Check out modelrailradio.com for more… Email awards at modelrailradio dot com to vote! *** Tom starts by introducing the show will be recorded on Skype going forward. Not that much of a different procedure - if you want to participate or listen in live via Skype, just add tom.barbalet on Skype and enjoy the show as normal. A number of new guests start out the show including Lee Weiss who talks about his layout in development and the plight of being passionate about a prototype. Matt Forcum calls in to discuss his new shelf layout. Jeff Adam discusses his company and how to cater to the particularly passionate. Andy Zimmerman has a few previously unasked DCC questions. Craig Bisgeier fields a series of benchwork questions. Matt Goodman calls in to discuss his new shelf project. Something about Happy Birthday Mr. President and the usual crew provide filler

Tom starts the show with an appeal for last minute votes in the Berties. Terry and Tom talk about Terry's open house with a famous former club member. Jim, Terry and Gordon discuss Jim's layout update. Bob Scott and Clark Kooning call in to talk about what it takes to run a successful train store. Jim leads a spirited discussion on a wide variety of topics and the show ends with Tom appealing to South American and Eastern European listeners to participate. Don't forget to vote in the Bertie awards! Email awards at modelrailradio dot com to enter. This is a live internet radio show recorded at 4.30pm Pacific on Saturday every-other-week. For more information, http://www.modelrailradio.com/

The crew discusses track laying and layout design. Trevor Marshall calls in to give an update on his new layout plans. Malcolm Johnson calls in to discuss his Japanese layouts. Jeff Shockley gives an update associated with a huge layout tour that his club is organizing. The show is rounded out by Andy Zimmerman talking about T-Trak modules and his local club. Don't forget to enter the Berties. With more than USD200 in prizes, you'd be crazy not to cast a vote or two! This is a live internet radio show recorded at 4.30pm Pacific on Saturday every-other-week. For more information, http://www.modelrailradio.com/

Tom starts the show on a Friday night with a small announcement and a reminder on voting in the Berties. The crew talking with Bill Denton about Modutrak. Murray Scholz calls in to discuss Narrow Gauge Down Under (both the magazine and the religion) and some great hobby tips for weathering and regional trees. The crew continue to talk about their projects and a new alternative to DCC. William from San Diego calls in to talk about real railroading and magazines. Thanks to Terry Terrance for doing the call traffic control for the start of the show! This is a live internet radio show recorded at 4.30pm Pacific on Saturday every-other-week. For more information, http://www.modelrailradio.com/

The show starts with an Australian narrow gauge discussion with Gordon Dobson, Chris Abbott. Terry Terrance and Bruce Wilson talk about 3d printing possibilities. The crew discuss magazines throughout the show. A listener submitted question on what to do with inherited model rail items is covered by the crew. Tom asks a question about what is the appropriate time to lay cork roadbed. David asks Tom about how to model the UK if you have never been there. The outro is thanks to some rail fans from New York who have released a substantial portion of their vocal work. Don't forget about the Berties! Please submit your entries through awards at modelrailradio dot com. This is a live internet radio show recorded at 4.30pm Pacific on Saturday every-other-week. For more information, http://www.modelrailradio.com/

The crew talk with Gordon Dobson about OO UK model railway in Australia and a Gold Coast train show. Rene Gourley discusses 3d printing and Proto 87. Jimmy Simmons and Bill Sartore talk about craftsman kit lighting and how to model the apocalypse. Clark Kooning calls in to chat with Jimmy and co about the NMRA show. The usual crew discuss how little model railroading they have done and how to get folks in Sweden and Hong Kong to participate in the show. Matt Goodman provides a last minute update on his shelf layout and potentially what the basement layout will be based on. Don't forget to vote on the first annual Berties! This is a live internet radio show recorded at 4.30pm Pacific on Saturday every-other-week. For more information, http://www.modelrailradio.com/

The show starts with an NMRA show update from Clark Kooning and Nobby Clarke. There is an extended update from Chris Abbott who is lost for the remainder of the show due to an electrical outage. Tom and Terry continue the show discussing reliable locomotives in a variety of scales with a call from Jeff and the show's expert on this topic Jason Reis. An exhausted Jim Lincoln calls in to discuss Tom's recent corn syrup plant purchase. Bruce Wilson provides a fascinating update on his WWI layout plans. Bryan Schilling, Terry and Jason finish the show with a discussion on rockwork styles. Don't forget to vote on the first annual Berties! This is a live internet radio show recorded at 4.30pm Pacific on Saturday every-other-week. For more information, http://www.modelrailradio.com/

Steve in Chicago hosts another roundtable chat one off-show weekend with the addition of Mike Rose's golden spike operation following the completion of the epic Jim Lincoln turnout project.

The crew welcome on Fran and Miles Hale to discuss scenery tips and techniques and professional layout building. The crew also discuss competitions and David Karkoski's signature rockwork technique. This is a live internet radio show recorded at 4.30pm Pacific on Saturday every-other-week. For more information, http://www.modelrailradio.com/

Jim and the post-show crew gather together to discuss the weather, flooding, Jim's track environment philosophy and other related topics. This is a live internet radio show recorded at 4.30pm Pacific on Saturday every-other-week. For more information, http://www.modelrailradio.com/