Second Section Podcast

Second Section Podcast

Second Section

Episodes 66
Avg. Duration 2h 33m
Activity Highly Active
Since Dec 2021
Latest Episode Mar 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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Episodic
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59%
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About This Podcast

The Second Section Podcast is dedicated to the topic of model railroading. Andy Dorsch and Mike Ostertag are just two regular guys who want to share their modeling techniques and expertise, or lack there of, on their favorite hobby. Model Railroading. Mike and Andy are two characters for sure that at times can go off the rails, however they never let that spoil the fun they have talking about the worlds greatest hobby - model railroading. Make sure to join us on our modeling journey and subscribe to our podcast. 

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S3E14 Exploring the Virginian & Ohio: From Its Origins to Modern Innovations

Mar 05, 2026 2h 55m

Hello Model Railroaders! Tonight, on the Second Section Podcast Mike and I are joined by Doug Watts and Chris Palmieri from HomeShops LLC to talk about their new offerings of some CLASSIC FREELANCE…

S3E13 How to take incredible railroad and model railroad photos, easy steps you can do with your phone!

Jan 28, 2026 3h

Streamed live on Jul 25, 2024  Second Section PodcastHello Model Railroaders! Tonight, on the Second Section Podcast Mike and I bring on our friend and fellow model railroad podcaster Ray Arnott on…

S3E12 End of the Line? Is the model railroad industry in trouble?

Jan 13, 2026 1h 56m

Streamed live on Aug 8, 2024Tonight, on the Second Section Podcast Mike and I are going to talk about the model railroad industry and talk about if its on the cusp of collapse!  And I can assure you…

S3E11 Finding model railroad ideas where you least expect it 99% of model railroaders won't look here

Dec 22, 2025 2h 46m

Hello Model Railroaders! Tonight, on the Second Section Podcast Mike and I are going to talk about people and things that influence us outside of the model railroad “influencer” community.  We may…

S3E10 Go from Shelf Layout to Basement Empire! Build the model railroad you want!

Dec 08, 2025 1h 57m

Hello Model Railroaders! Tonight, on the Second Section Podcast Mike and I are going to talk about what is the deal with all the craze about the shelf layout???  Can we build the big sprawling…

S3E10 NEW model railroad retailer emerges from the 'Shadows'

Nov 25, 2025 1h 54m

Tonight on the Second Section Podcast we have a new vendor joining us to talk about their retail outfit.  They answer questions about how they came into the scene, what they are producing and what…

S3E9 EASY and RELIABLE model railroad benchwork construction methods

Nov 11, 2025 2h 3m

Hello Model Railroaders! Tonight, on the Second Section Podcast Mike and I are going to talk about building benchwork for your model railroad.  We will share our favorite techniques, materials that…

S3E8 How build to realistic scenes on your railroad with Mike Rose

Oct 19, 2025 2h 44m

Hello Model Railroaders! Tonight, on the Second Section Podcast Mike and I have Mike Rose back on to share his method on how to build realistic scenes for your model railroad!  Mike will go into…

S3E7 STOP being an Armchair Model Railroader: Our EASY system to build a model railroad layout!

Oct 13, 2025 2h 49m

Hello Model Railroaders! Tonight, on the Second Section Podcast Mike and I are going to talk about armchair model railroaders!  What are they really doing?  Yes this show will be a full out rant!…

S3E6 Choosing a RAILROAD you can model!

Jun 13, 2025 2h 30m

On the Second Section Podcast Mike and I want to talk about how do you decide what railroad to model? Want to hear and see more of the Second Section Podcast? Check out the links below!Subscribe to…

S3E5 How to Draw a Trackplan based on a real railroad! With Tom Klimoski

Jun 07, 2025 2h 48m

Hello Model Railroaders! On the Second Section Podcast Tom Klimoski joins us and shares a draw a track plan for your model railroad based on the prototype.  He will give us tips, tricks and share…

S3E4 When is it time to START OVER? BIG DECISION about your model railroad!

May 24, 2025 2h 56m

Hello Model Railroaders! Tonight, on the Second Section Podcast Mike and I want to talk about when do you know its time to start over on your model railroad.  When is it time to pull up the track,…

S3E3 3D Printing for prototypical model railroading – A game changer!

May 17, 2025 1h 59m

Hello Model Railroaders! Tonight, on the Second Section Podcast we have Matt Herman who is part of the new 3D Model Maker 3D Central!  Matt and the folks at 3D Central are dedicated to bring 3D…

S3E2 Over 10,000 Railroad specific details! Bob Rivard shares how he makes his model railroad stand out!

Mar 09, 2025 2h 41m

Hello Model Railroaders! Tonight, on the Second Section Podcast we have Bob Rivard and William Sampson on the show talking about PROTOTYPE Models on his Fantastic Soo Line Model Railroad!  Bob will…

S3E1 NEW ways to think about Prototype Model Railroading - EASILY Connect the real world to your models!

Feb 05, 2025 2h 41m

Hello Model Railroaders! Tonight, on the Second Section Podcast we Luke Lemmens on the show talking about PROTOTYPE OPERATIONS on his Soo 2nd Sub!  Luke will be on dissecting certain scenes on his…

S2E22 What model railroaders are AFRAID to talk about

Jan 25, 2025 2h 27m

Tonight on the Second Section Podcast Andy and Mike come up with a list of things that as model railroaders they are afraid to talk about.  Stupid mistakes they've made, Scale and the hobby, and of…

S2E21 Steve Davis Kansas City Souther 3rd Subdivision in 1982 Layout Tour

Jan 14, 2025 3h 3m

Hello Model Railroaders! On the Second Section Podcast we have Steve Davis on our show!  Steve will be taking us on a layout tour of his AMAZING Kansas City Southern Layout.  His layout is of the 3rd…

S2E20 Can you live with your model railroad layout? | Boomer Dioramas

Dec 30, 2024 3h 7m

Hello Model Railroaders! Tonight, on the Second Section Podcast we have Boomer Dioramas on our show!  Boomer will be on the show to share his thoughts on living with your model railroad layout.   He…

S2E19 Model Railroad Built for Operations | Mark Herrick’s BNSF Montana Division

Dec 23, 2024 2h 27m

Hello Model Railroaders! On the Second Section Podcast we have Mark Herrick on the show talking about his beautiful BNSF Montana Division Layout in HO Scale!  Mark shares with us the genesis of his…

S2E18 Freelance Model Railroad Manufacturer - HomeShops

Oct 28, 2024 2h 9m

Hello Model Railroaders! On the Second Section Podcast Christopher Palmieri and Doug Watts join us from HomeShops.net.  They are a premier retailer of HO Scale rolling stock for Freelance model…

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Second Section Podcast has published 66 episodes since December 2021, covering topics in Crafts, Education.

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Second Section Podcast is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 2h 33m.

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