Episodes 166
Avg. Duration 51m
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Apple Rating 4.8 (92)
Since Feb 2015
Latest Episode May 2026

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Do you find trains and railroads interesting? The Roundhouse brings you the most exciting news, stories, and interviews about the railroad industry, the hobby, history, and more.

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166: American Civil War Railroads

May 26, 2026 57m

In what ways were railroads crucial to the American Civil War? We talk with Thom Radice of the American Civil War Rail Roads Historical Society to learn more about some of the key individuals…

165: Canadian Pacific Railway and the Golden Northwest

Apr 28, 2026 1h 6m

The story of constructing Canada’s first transcontinental railway has been explored many times, but how did that railway come to shape immigration policy? David L. Jones, author of New World Dreams:…

164: Creating Vintage Hats w/ LaRose Hat Co.

Apr 07, 2026 51m

Chris LaRose was a musician until COVID changed his career trajectory. Learn about how he came to develop his line of vintage railroad caps and why he feels it connects him to the past. Check out the…

163: The Journey of Rapido Trains w/ Jason Shron

Mar 10, 2026 1h 33m

Eleven years ago, we interviewed Jason Shron from Rapido Trains about the history of the company up through 2015 and his vision for the future. Today, we see how Rapido has grown into the US and UK…

162: Building Realistic Lego Trains w/ Glenn Holland

Jan 22, 2026 1h 7m

Legos are thought of as toys, but there is a subset of Lego fans that aim to make their trains look as real as possible. Glenn Holland is one of these people and has been making custom Lego models…

161: Aberdeen Carolina & Western – Robert Menzies

Dec 18, 2025 1h 1m

The Aberdeen Carolina & Western Railway is a 140 mile short line located within North Carolina. Founder and Chairman Robert Menzies talks to us about his philosophy with establishing the…

160: Conrail President Brian Gorton

Oct 21, 2025 52m

Did you know that Conrail still exists today? Though primarily known as a major Class I railroad in the Northeast US from the 70s to 90s, Conrail still exists as a shared asset operation jointly…

159: R. Duck Locomotive Works and Laser-Cut Wood Modeling

Sep 05, 2025 58m

R Duck Locomotive Works is a company specializing in creating laser-cut wooden kits depicting real locomotives and rolling stock. Founder and owner Tripp Aquadro talks about his inspiration for the…

158: B&O Railroad Museum

Jul 31, 2025 58m

In 2027, America will mark the 200th anniversary of its railroading legacy—a transformative journey that began in 1827 with the laying of the first stone of the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad in…

157: Talyllyn Railway w/ Luke Ryan

Jul 03, 2025 1h 10m

Talyllyn Railway Media Manager Luke Ryan joins us to discuss how the railway has progressed since we last featured it on the podcast, the importance of interpreting the Rev. Awdry’s work, and why…

Santa Fe #3751 and San Bernardino Railroad Historical Society

Jun 05, 2025 1h 6m

What does operating a big mainline steam locomotive like Santa Fe 3751 on the west coast require? Alex Gillman, VP of the San Bernardino Railroad Historical Society, joins us to talk about the work…

155: National Railroad Museum

Apr 30, 2025 56m

The National Railroad Museum in Green Bay, Wisconsin, is expanding its museum facilities. CEO Jacqueline Frank joins us to discuss the history of the museum, how they successfully transported their…

154: American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association

Mar 31, 2025 1h 5m

Chuck Baker, President of American Short Line and Regional Railroad Association, talks about the state of the short line railroading in early 2025, how the organization is involved in advocacy for…

10 Year Anniversary Special: Nick Ozorak

Mar 03, 2025 1h 26m

The interviewer is interviewed! Guest host Kelly Lynch asks your questions for regular host Nick Ozorak about the history of the podcast, what continues to motivate his work, and why he is so…

152: Transportation Analyst Tony Hatch

Jan 28, 2025 46m

Tony Hatch, Senior Transportation Analyst for ABH Consulting, provides us with a greater understanding of the financial landscape of Class I railroading in the 21st century. This episode is sponsored…

In Memoriam: “Thomas & Friends” TV Creator Britt Allcroft

Jan 03, 2025 4m

Host Nick Ozorak pays tribute to Britt Allcroft, creator of the Thomas the Tank Engine & Friends TV series. He explores not just what her greatest contribution means to him, but what he see as…

151: Pennsylvania Trolley Museum Executive Director Scott Becker

Jan 02, 2025 56m

Let’s learn more about the largest trolley museum in the United States. Scott Becker has been at the helm of the Pennsylvania Trolley Museum for over 30 years. In that time, the museum has grown by…

150: Al Harper and American Heritage Railways

Nov 26, 2024 1h 1m

American Heritage Railways oversees such notable tourist railroads as the Durango & Silverton, Great Smoky Mountains Railroad, and Branson Scenic Railroad. Al Harper, Chairman and CEO, shares his…

149: North Shore Railroad

Oct 31, 2024 37m

Loni Martz Briner, PR and Media for North Shore Railroad, talks about the history of this group of Pennsylvania short lines and how they are celebrating their 40th Anniversary. This episode is…

148: FRA Administrator Joe Szabo

Oct 10, 2024 1h 7m

What is involved with leading the Federal Railroad Administration? Joe Szabo, the 12th FRA Administrator, discusses how he began his career in railroading, what led him to the FRA, his philosophy…

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