Iron City Roundhouse Report
Model Railroading
Episodes
Your host, Bradd Williamson and Pat Moore welcome back Todd Treaster and Uncle Dave Abeles for the Office Car Special, sharing stories from Altoona, Conrail train symbols, and life at Conway Yard. They explain manifest and intermodal symbols, special dimensional and military trains, cabooses and shoving platforms, and how to use prototypical details in model railroad operations. The episode blends technical discussion wi...
Live from the Altoona N‑Scale Weekend, Iron City members walk through a busy show featuring large layouts, DCC and DC loops, vendor booths, clinics, and a module contest.
The episode highlights vendors and new sound-equipped locomotives, fundraising in memory of organizer Mike Phillips (proceeds to the SPCA), community meetups, and evening events like a pizza party and open houses.
Jump into this exciting episode of the Roundhouse Report, where Bradd and Pat welcome Lorne James from Otter Valley Railroad. Lorne discusses the evolution of the model railroading industry and shares insights from his 23 years of experience, including the impact of online shopping and the pandemic on hobby shops. He delves into the trends shaping the hobby, such as the resurgence of steam engines and the influence of generational ...
Join the Iron City Roundhouse Report for a quick preview of Altoona N‑Scale Weekend (Sept 20–21). Walk‑in tickets are available at the gate; module setup begins Friday the 19th at noon. Highlights include a live podcast on Saturday at 2 PM, tower‑cam live streams, photo ops, contests and door prizes, and a Saturday night pizza gathering at the Station Inn.
Todd Treaster open house runs Friday (from 9 AM) and Saturday evening, with ...
Hosts Brad and Pat welcome Andy Zimmerman and Martyn Jenkins from the National Model Railroad Association to discuss the NMRA’s role in creating standards, fostering fellowship, and supporting modelers worldwide.
The episode covers modular HO and N‑scale modeling, convention experiences and long‑distance travel, the benefits of NMRA membership and the partnership discount program, and the NMRAX online clinics.
Marty and Andy also d...
Pat Moore and Brad Williamson host EP 10 The Yardmasters and explore some random thoughts about the hobby. The Yardmasters— Phil, George, and Bob — gather for a lively model railroad ‘think tank’. They discuss restarting layouts, benchwork vs. T‑track modules, and ideas for micro and shelf layouts.
The guys share weathering techniques, wheel and coupler preferences, favorite manufacturers, and which fallen‑flag railroads they’d m...
Get ready for a real treat, folks! In this special episode, Bradd and Pat invite Kevin Squire to co-host the Altoona N Scale weekend preview show. They've got two fantastic interviews lined up with Tim Mallon, co-director of the Altoona show, and Alex Lang, the owner of the Station Inn in Cresson Pa. These guys will give you the lowdown on the Altoona weekend and all the amazing railfanning spots to check out on Sept 20-21. If you'...
Welcome to episode 8 of the Iron City Roundhouse Report, where we introduce a brand new segment, "The Office Car Special. Join your host Bradd and Pat as they welcome back Todd Treaster and Dave Abeles, two esteemed guests who will be sharing their stories from the world of railfanning and model railroading. This episode delves into the experiences of running trains, particularly focusing on the unforgettable moments during a live ...
Welcome to Episode 7 of the Iron City Roundhouse Report, where Bradd and Pat celebrate crossing a major milestone with 1,000 downloads! Join us as we introduce our special co-host, Richard Shirey, the Iron City historian, who shares his vast knowledge about Western Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh railroads.
This episode dives deep into rumored mergers in the railroad industry, exploring the potential impact on railfanning, modeling, an...
Welcome to Iron City Roundhouse Report Episode six “Big Blue”. Join our host Bradd Williamson and Patrick Moore in this exciting episode as we welcome the renowned model railroading expert, Dave Abeles. Known for his impressive Conrail layout, the Onondaga Cutoff, Dave has also authored several influential books on model railroading. In this conversation, Dave shares with Bradd and Pat, his journey into the world of railfanning, th...
Join your host Bradd and Pat for a special episode as we reunite with the founding members of Iron City. These pioneers, often referred to as the OGs, share their incredible journey, highlighting the friendships and fortuitous encounters that built the foundation of Iron City. Discover how Kevin Squire, Mike Desensi, and Tom Catalano built a community through shared passion and a love for model railroading.
Listen in as they remin...
Welcome to Episode 4 of the Iron City Roundhouse Report. Join hosts Pat and Brad as they explore a fresh format, focusing solely on the Yardmasters and the vibrant, younger generation of model railroaders. This episode features discussions with Iron City Members "Young Guns" under 40, shedding light on their unique perspectives and experiences in the hobby.
Discover how feedback from listeners plays a pivotal role in shaping the sh...
In this captivating episode of the Iron City Roundhouse Report, hosts Brad and Pat are joined by special guest Chris Ketch, a seasoned model railroad enthusiast known for his innovative layouts and deep-rooted passion for the hobby. Chuck Rockwell, Jimmy Braum and Fran Resch make up this episode's yard masters. This group along with Bradd tackle the following topics: ...
Welcome to episode two of the Iron City Roundhouse Report. Join hosts Bradd Williamson and Patrick Moore as they dive headlong into engaging discussions, expert interviews, and fascinating stories from the rails that span from the historic steam era to the dynamics of modern railroading. In this episode, our hosts are joined by esteemed railroad enthusiast Todd Treaster, who takes us on a tour of his remarkable model railroad empir...
Episode 1 In the Beginning
Iron City members Bradd Williamson and Patrick Moore start their very own podcast.
Bradd and Pat begin the discussion of how the Iron City came to be and share what they hope is bright future in the model railroading podcast. Our host also preview what they believe the podcast format will look like as the show develops in the next few episodes.
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