Join us as we bring you stories from model railroaders just like you. We talk to enthusiasts across the hobby and learn about their beginnings, challenges, acco...
Industry Planning For Modern Era Switching Layouts - A New Book By Lance Mindheim
Analysis Paralysis, the terrible condition that keeps many from getting the stuff we bought out of the closet, to the workbench and on to our layouts. Lance Mindheim is back with another new book under his arm, written to help his readers get the flywheel turning and keep it moving. Lance talks about industry selection and shares how the book can guide model railroaders along the path of layout design and expressing their own artistic creativity.Learn more about this episode on our website:aroundthelayout.com/154Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/Thank you to our episode sponsor, ScaleSigns.com:https://scalesigns.com/Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models:https://tullymodels.com
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ATLP Rewind - John Farrington & The Somerset & Raritan - June 11, 2024
ATLP Rewind - Episode orginally released June 11, 2024It's been way too long since we've heard from John Farrington and there was quite a bit to catch up on. Since the last time we talked, John has not only gone bigger with his layout, he's also gone freelance with a great railroad name and an awesome logo thanks to a very talented graphic artist that's a familiar name here on the podcast. John also talks about doing custom work for others, including myself, and debunks the old Mark Twain saying "good fences make good neighbors" when it comes to getting guidance and support with his model railroad. Learn more about this episode on our website:aroundthelayout.com/rewindThank you to our episode sponsor, Highball Graphics:https://highballgraphics.com/Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply:https://ohrtracksupply.com/
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Super Detailing: Down The Rabbit Hole with Bernard Hellen
Want to make your layout come alive? Come along with Dr. Mini and I on this adventure down the rabbit hole into the world of super detailing. Miniprints' Bernard Hellen leads the way as we dive deep on the why behind creating scenes that tell well composed stories, sharing the thoughts from several outstanding modelers. Ultimately, the hobby is supposed to be fun, and Bernard tells us how super detailing can be the motivator that keeps your flywheel turning. Stay tuned towards the end and learn how "I" can come visit your layout with a great deal from miniprints.com.Learn more about this episode on our website:aroundthelayout.com/153Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/Thank you to our episode sponsor, 18Ten Designs:https://www.1810designs.com/Thank you to our episode sponsor, ScaleSigns.com:https://scalesigns.com/
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ATLP Rewind - Alex Mantle & The Chicago, Denver & Northern - June 4, 2024
ATLP Rewind - Originally Released June 4, 2024On this episode of Around The Layout, we meet Alex Mantle and learn about his model railroading journey. From California to Alaska to London and eventually on to Wyoming, Alex tells us how an attic find boosted his model railroading journey, his "practice layouts" and how he's gone big with his freelanced Chicago, Denver and Northern, sharing how he developed his backstory, paint scheme and chose the industries on his layout. Learn more about this episode on our website:aroundthelayout.com/rewindThank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply:https://ohrtracksupply.com/Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models:https://tullymodels.com/
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What's Happening In Model Railroading - March 2025 - Tony Cook & David Lehlbach
If you're a fan of highly detailed and prototypically accurate rolling stock, this show is for you! Model Railroad News' Tony Cook and Ray Arnott talk to owner and founder of Tangent Scale Models David Lehlbach on how Tangent was started and how they've created their own place in the market by providing an incredible offering of HO, N and O scale freight cars. David discusses their unique way of going to market that satisfies all of us looking for instant gratification. Later, Tony and Ray discuss news out of Rapido, Bachmann, Walthers and more.Learn more about this episode on our website:aroundthelayout.com/152Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/Thank you to our episode sponsor, ScaleSigns.com:https://scalesigns.com/Thank you to our episode sponsor, 18Ten Designs:https://www.1810designs.com/
About Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast
Join us as we bring you stories from model railroaders just like you. We talk to enthusiasts across the hobby and learn about their beginnings, challenges, accomplishments and ultimately what excites and motivates them. Come hang out with us Around The Layout and be inspired to create your own model railroading story to share.
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