Moving America was started as a way for us to inform and educate people about the importance of railroads and the railroaders that keep America Moving. We've addressed important topics in an effort to make sure the public is aware of the issues we are facing. The 2 person crew issue is one of the biggest. 

We were recently joined by Jordan Boone and Wes Ekstedt, Union Representatives for Smart TD Local 445, and the organizers of the Fight for Two Person Crews. They have a website and Facebook Group dedicated to providing information and gathering support for this important issue. 

We are proud to support their mission and are honored to have them on the show.  You can find more information at the links provided below.

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In this episode we look back at 2021 and share some of our memorable moments. 

We give an in depth explanation of our Word of the Week and answer a listener question from outside of The USA.  

We also announce our #mapfanphotofriday and America on the Move Winners. 

This episode photo was provided by Miranda Neel. 

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As railroads look to save more money they plan to attempt to push toward electric locomotives. Which poses the question, who forgot to charge the locomotive?

We give an in depth explanation for our Word of the Week, EOT. We voice our opinions on which locomotive manufacturer is superior, GE or EMD. 

We announce our #mapfanphotofriday and America on the Move Winners. 

Last but not least we leave you with the Railroad 12 Days of Christmas! 

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You’ve heard the song, now we’re going to tell you the story. In September 1903 Southern Railway’s Fast Mail Train 97 derailed on the Stillhouse Trestle in Danville, VA and leapt it’s way into history. 

We also share our Word of the Week, answer a listener question, and announce our #mapfanphotofriday winners. 

In this episode we announce our new video series, America on the Move!

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Trains Magazine recently published a story detailing the difficulties Norfolk Southern is having providing service to their customers. In this episode with discuss those issues and some of the causes.

We also announce our Railroad Word of the Week, and our #mapfanphotofriday winners.

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Join us as we talk about our visit to Meridian, MS for Railfest 2021. 

We share our Word of the Week and announce of #mapfanphotofriday winners!

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Our Halloween Episode has it all...ghosts, UFOs, and Indian Burial Grounds. Mike shares his encounter with a ghost! We even talk about that greedy old man, Lucious Clay!!

We share our Halloween inspired Word of the Week, our #mapfanphotofriday winners, and a scary episode photo. That photo was provided by Ryan Markham.

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The BLET and Smart-TD have both filed lawsuits against NS...somebody call a lawyer!

As always, share our word of the week, and answer a listener question. We also announce our #mapfanphotofriday winners, and share details about our upcoming appearance at Railfest. 

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Join us we talk about the KCS/CP Merger, our views on rail-fans, and tell about roosters on the railroad! That's right Railroad Roosters!

We also talk about our recent visit to the ScaleTrains.com Headquarters in Benton, TN.  Be sure to check out Behind The Scenes At ScaleTrains.com.

As always, we announce our #mapfanphotofriday winners, and hint about a much anticipated upcoming episode. 

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On July 9, 1976 in the small town of Tazewell, VA the unthinkable happened. A Norfolk and Western Pusher collided with a gasoline tanker resulting in a massive explosion. In this episode we share the story along with accounts of the incident that were reported in various newspapers.

Special thanks to Stephanie Sparks for providing with the images we used.

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