The Roundhouse

By Nick Ozorak

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.... more

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How many episodes does The Roundhouse have?

The podcast currently has 169 episodes available.

The Roundhouse episodes:

April 22, 2021 105: Becoming a Chief Mechanical Officer under 30
Scott Jarrett became the Chief Mechanical Officer of the Cincinnati Scenic Railway while under the age of 30. He reflects on his journey which includes time with the Ringling Brothers Barnum & Bailey Circus Train and Amtrak. He shares what makes Cincinnati Scenic Railway a special operation and what is needed to be taken seriously in rail preservation.
Related Episodes:
Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad
Mighty Trains
Question of the Day
Where have you found success in rail preservation? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode.
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1h 11min
February 19, 2021 God’s Wonderful Railway
God’s Wonderful Railway is a BBC TV series that tells the history of a Great Western Railway branch line through the perspective of children who lived and worked in each era. Avril Rowlands, the author and screenwriter for the series, joins us to discuss how the show is still impactful over 40 years after it originally aired and what goes into the process of creating historical fiction.
See some clips from the show:
Learn more about God’s Wonderful Railway from this video essay by Chris Eden Green:
Related Episodes:
Rocky Mountain Express
Photographer Robin Coombes
Question of the Day
Pitch me your railroad TV series. Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode.
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1h 7min
January 13, 2021 Harrisburg Lincoln & Lancaster Railroad
Photo by Hillary Hess.
The Lincoln Funeral Train returns to the podcast. General Superintendent Steve Torrico discusses the plans for this new railroad showcasing the Leviathan steam locomotive and how these replicas showcase 1860s railroad technology.
Related Episodes
David Kloke & Lincoln Funeral Car
Steam into History
Question of the Day
What interests you about pre-1900s railroading? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode.
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December 16, 2020 The Legacy of the Ski Train
Rail historian Steve Patterson explains the history of the Ski Train, a Colorado railroad legacy. We’re celebrating the train’s 80th Anniversary with Railfan and Railroad Magazine.
Related Episodes
CVSR Observation Car Adventure
Iowa Pacific Hoosier State
Question of the Day
What is your favorite Holiday Train? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode.
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November 13, 2020 101: Learning from a Traveling Railfan Family
Photos courtesy of Dutch Dutch Goose.
What makes a tourist railroad or museum appealing to the general public? Elizabeth Newcamp, family blogger at Dutch Dutch Goose, shares stories about her family’s experiences with train travel and her Top 5 tips for tourist railroads and museums.
Consider supporting the podcast on Patreon.
Related Episodes
The Joliet Rocket
Museum of Science and Industry
Question of the Day
Besides the actual trains, what do you look for in a tourist railroad or museum? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode.
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October 21, 2020 Episode 100: Panel Discussion with Selected Guests
We brought together past Roundhouse guests as chosen by you and asked them your questions. Amtrak Engineer Mike Huhn, Strasburg Rail Road Director of Business Development Andrea Biesecker, and East Broad Top Foundation Board Member Bennett Levin join us for our first group conversation on topics including mainline steam excursions, getting started at tourist railroads, and the rebirth of the East Broad Top.
We’d like to thank today’s sponsor Age of Steam Roundhouse for supporting the show.
Related Episodes
Mike Huhn
Andrea Biesecker
Bennett Levin
Question of the Day
What types of panel discussions would you like to hear on The Roundhouse? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode.
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1h 10min
October 06, 2020 Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad
Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad President John Bush talks about this Colorado Narrow Gauge Railroad, restoring vintage equipment, and preserving the authentic west.
Check out this incredible short film about the railroad and John:
This episode was sponsored by Age of Steam Roundhouse.
Related Episodes
East Broad Top Railroad
Strasburg Rail Road
Question of the Day
What do you love about the Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode.
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1h 4min
September 10, 2020 098: Dennis A. Livesey: Railroad Photographer
Railroad photographer Dennis A. Livesey discusses his career in film production, how that translates to his hobby of railroad photography, and what led to creating his book “Smoke over Steamtown” documenting scenes from Steamtown National Historic Site.
Related Episodes

Center for Railroad Photography and Art

Railway Photographer Robin Coombes
Question of the Day
What inspires your railroad artistry? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode.
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1h 12min
August 31, 2020 Wick Moorman: Amtrak CEO Interview
In Part 2 of our interview with Wick Moorman, the former CEO of Amtrak discusses his philosophy with managing the passenger railroad, why he largely agrees with the business practices of Richard Anderson, and his hopes for the East Broad Top.
Related Episodes
Amtrak Private Car Policy
Amtrak and its Heritage
Question of the Day
What did you enjoy most about Wick Moorman’s tenure as Amtrak CEO, either as a fan or as an employee? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode.
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1h 1min
August 26, 2020 Railroaders Memorial Museum, Altoona PA
Executive Director Joe Defrancesco talks about this Altoona treasure, the Horseshoe Curve, PRR K4s #1361, and why preserving the stories of railroaders is a key component of the Railroaders Memorial Museum.
Related Episodes
Railfan Bed & Breakfast – Station Inn
Bennett Levin and the Fleet of Memories
Question of the Day
What do you love most about the history of railroading in Pennsylvania? Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode.
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