In this shorter episode, Vice President Kevin Phalon and Treasurer Richie King, (both under 25 years old) join us to discuss the Tri-State Railway Historical Society’s purchase of Morristown & Erie 19, an ALCO C424 built in 1964.  They tell us how this was made possible, why the restoration can be achieved for just $5000, and what the future holds for the locomotive.

Special thanks to Liberty Historic Railway for contributing to the purchase of the locomotive.  To learn about how you can contribute, visit their campaign or their website at TriStateRails.org.

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The Next Generation of Rail Publishers

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Photos courtesy of Kevin Phalon.

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We’re riding on the Hoosier State! We take one last ride while Iowa Pacific was operating the train to experience the wonderful equipment and on-board service. Along the way, we talk to the crew to hear about what they’ve taken away from their work.

Dylan Hayes – 01:56

Aimee Skirvin – 10:04

Tunde Barbarinsa – 13:55

James Corbett – 16:13

Conductor Rob Tracy – 25:59

Jack Sinise – 28:14

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Steel City Limited

AAPRCO President Bob Donnelly

Photos by Zac Reitmeyer.

Question of the Day (30:57)

What passenger train of the past would you like to ride?  Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode.

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Have you ever wanted to own a private railcar, and what is it like to travel in one? AAPRCO President Bob Donnelly describes the organization, what cars he co-owns, how he enjoys the annual convention trains, and the difference between a private car and the Class I OCS.

Question of the Day (41:00)

What railcar would you like to own?  Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode.

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Australian iron ore trains are the ‘Mad Max’ of railroading. Jim Ward takes us through his 50 years of working for a variety of Australian and New Zealand railways, his favorite types of locomotives, and the longest train in the world!

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Photos courtesy of Jim Ward.

Question of the Day (37:49)

What is the longest train you’ve ever seen?  Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode.

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One of the best parts of the winter holidays is that it brings community businesses and organizations together to create unique events.  We follow the Western New York & Pennsylvania Santa Train, talking with the crew and the community along the way!

WNYP President Carl Belke – 01:45

Meadville Residents – 07:54

Red Cross – 14:00

Oil Region Alliance President & CEO John Phillips – 16:42

WNYP General Manager Kylie McLaughlin – 22:44

Santa Claus – 25:49

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Question of the Day (28:26)

What is a favorite railroad holiday memory (any holiday, not just Christmas)?  Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode.

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The Bessemer & Lake Erie has been hauling iron ore to fuel America’s steel production for over 100 years.  Learn about its history and why it means so much to local railfans and workers as we begin to explore its roots.  We talk to Bob Brooks, who has filmed the railroad for over six years, and Jon Clark, a photographer working for another Western Pennsylvania shortline.

Bob Brooks – 1:58

Reading Your Comments – 24:45

Jon Clark – 27:20

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The Last Logging Railroad

Question of the Day (58:23)

What is your favorite railroad to chase?  Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode.

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What is the National Model Railroad Association, and how do they help the hobby?  President Charlie Getz talks about the organization, the work they do, and where the hobby is headed for the future.

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Holiday Events submitted by listeners for 2016:

Mad River & NKP Railroad Museum

Connecticut Trolley Museum

Question of the Day (54:55)

How would you like to see model railroading develop in the future?  Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode.

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Director Evan Lofback set out to create a Ken Burns-like documentary about the return of mainline steam excursions in the south and the people who made it happen.  In particular, this professional feature-length film features Southern Railway 4501, and how it became a star in preservation. Join us as he takes us behind the scenes for the production of this film and why he chose to release the film online for free.

This episode is sponsored by K&L Trainz, creators of high-quality content for the Trainz Railroad Simulator platform.

Rocky Mountain Express – Director Stephen Low

Steam Locos in Profile

Question of the Day (39:20)

Connected to trains and railroading, what are you most thankful for?  Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode.

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Luxury Rail Travel invited us to ride a former Pennsylvania Railroad observation car from the 1950s.  Make yourself comfortable in the lounge as we travel from New York to Pittsburgh on the Steel City Limited, talking with crew and passengers along the way!  We also receive updates regarding the restoration of the Reading T1 #2100 steam locomotive.

Visit Luxury Rail Travel to see what upcoming trips are planned!

Rob Gardner – American Steam Railroad – 2:40

Bill & Marie Scarlett – 16:12

Matt Phalon – Morristown & Erie RR – 18:10

Steven Getz – 25:40

Vestibule – 33:40

Donna McKenna Corlin – 33:40

Tom Hill – 37:25

Russ Swinnerton – Luxury Rail Travel – 42:46

Question of the Day (1:02:10)

What steam loco have you had a cab ride in or would like to have a cab ride in?  Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode.

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We’re going for a Nickel Plate 765 cab ride!  Climb aboard as we talk with the crew and hear the sounds of this massive locomotive at work.  Notably, we interview Rich Melvin on one of his last runs in his over 30 year experience with the locomotive.

We want to thank both the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society and the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad for making this episode possible.

Nickel Plate 765 Adventure

Rich Melvin

Question of the Day (49:03)

What steam loco have you had a cab ride in or would like to have a cab ride in?  Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode.

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