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a ModelersLife

Lionel Strang
Model Railroading
3D Printing
National Model Railroad Association
NMRA
Youtube
Social Media
White Rose Hobbies
RPM Meets
Norfolk Southern
Rapido Trains
Model Trains
Weathering Techniques
N-Scale
Central Georgia RPM Meet
Macon, Georgia
N Scale
Tariffs
T-Trak
Brass Locomotives
N-Scale Model Railroading

All modelers have a life but what do we know of it. This podcast is as much about the people in model railroading has it is about the hobby itself. I've met so many interesting people in the hobby over the years I decided it would be fun to share their back stories with everyone else. So come along with me, Lionel Strang as we discover just how many fascinating folks there are in this great hobby ... more

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Ken Patterson is one of the best-known personalities in model railroading today. He is a professional photographer, modeler, and media producer who has been published extensively in hobby magazines and has photographed dozens of model railroad magazi... more

It's time for another exciting edition of ViewerMail where every episode starts with hope and ends with somebody discovering there's a much more complicated way to accomplish what you're doing. It's your opportunity to listen as the AML Gang turns a ... more

George Taylor has been hanging around the AML Nation almost as long as the modeler simply known as "Kelly." We've travelled a lot of miles with George through the years and it seemed like as good a time as any to catch up on what he's been doing. It'... more

Bob Ginger is a well respected model railroader known for his detailed N-scale layout work and realistic operations-oriented design. He earned the prestigious Master Model Railroader (MMR #695) designation from the National Model Railroad Association... more

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George Taylor
Honorable Mayor of Horn Pain, CN conductor/engineer-eligible, Ottawa club leader
Canadian National Railway; Ottawa Valley Hull Track (HL Track)
Episode: Episode 286: George Taylor Returns!!
Bob Ginger
Master Model Railroader; NMRA member
Master Model Railroader program
Episode: Episode 285: Bob Ginger
Dustin Whitten
Local locomotive engineer; HO scale model railroader
Major railroad
Episode: Episode 284: Dustin Whitten
Dave Owens
Leader and organizer of Nerpm (Northeast Prototype Modelers Meet)
Nerpm
Episode: Dave Owens and NERPM
John Gardiner
A.K.A. G4, a model railroading researcher and longtime AML Nation member
AML Nation / personal research
Episode: Episode 283: John Gardiner a.k.a. G4
Tom Holly
Organizer of the Branch Line Bunch, career railroader
Branch Line Bunch
Episode: Episode 282: Tom Holley
Chris Wayman
Videographer extraordinaire, Norfolk Southern Heartland Division end scale layout project coordinator
Green Frog Productions / White Rose Hobbies collaboration
Episode: Whole Bunch of Stuff
Steve Atwell
Owner of Midwest Model Railroad, Independence, Missouri; Railnet founder
Midwest Model Railroad / Railnet
Episode: Whole Bunch of Stuff
Dave McMullian
Designer and builder of the Flying Yankee HO model for Bethlehem Car Works / Flying Yankee kit
White Rose Hobbies / Bethlehem Car Works / 3D Central Trains
Episode: Whole Bunch of Stuff

Host

Lionel Strang
Host with extensive involvement in hobby media and show coordination.

Reviews

3.7 out of 5 stars from 232 ratings
  • Rude host

    Check out “around the layout” and “second section” podcasts

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    who cares about a "nickname"
    United Statesa year ago
  • Bullying Narcissists

    Not sure how anyone can stand listening to these guys unless they’re into that toxicity.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    person1k1
    United Statesa year ago
  • Gone too far, not sure you understand the word fellowship...very sad times...

    Podcast Addict
    1
    couplands
    a year ago
  • Bullies

    Bullying should never be ok.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Stankimay
    United Statesa year ago
  • Host is misogynistic and when called out gives half hearted, or less "apologies". Major sponsors have dropped him. Not worth listening to.

    Podcast Addict
    1
    Scoop
    a year ago

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Shows are entertaining and informative with strong host banter.
Highlights the people in the hobby and the community behind it.
Guests bring deep expertise and personal stories.

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#209
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#138
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#175
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Episode 286: George Taylor Returns!!
Q: Six years in, it sounds like you're still glad about the job and with CN; what keeps you engaged?
George explains he still loves the work overall, despite regulatory and company changes, and values the team and the craft, while acknowledging ongoing trade-offs and the occasional frustration.
World Record with Andy Zimmerman
Q: What is N-Rail?
N-Rail is the umbrella organization for all things N-scale, coordinating N-Trak, T-Trak, and related modular activities, and acting as the governing body for those interests.
Episode 282: Tom Holley
Q: How did Tom get involved with the Branch Line Bunch?
He was identified in prior conversations and emails, leading to an invitation and subsequent involvement in the Branch Line Bunch.
Jon Stackpole Part Two
Q: How long does a typical long-lead project take from research to release?
A freight car project might take about a month of research, with a total timeline of 12-18 months if everything goes smoothly from design through decoration and testing; locomotives can be even longer due to higher detail and variability.
Episode 281: Jon Stackpole
Q: How did you end up at Athearn while living in Bend, Oregon?
COVID changed everything, Athearn opened a position due to absence and his remote work experience made him a fit; after a couple of months, he was offered the job.

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A conversational interview series focused on the people behind the model railroading hobby, blending personal origin stories, career paths, and hands-on projects with practical industry insights. Listeners hear from engineers, designers, shop owners, photographers, and NMRA leaders, as guests share how their lives intersect with the hobby, the evolution of tooling and layouts, and the community events that drive learning and collaboration. The show stands out for its emphasis on community, mentorship, and the life stories of hobbyists, offering a mix of technical detail, humor, and behind-the-scenes perspectives on how products, shows, and clubs shape the model railroading world.

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2. Bob Ginger
3. Dustin Whitten
4. Dave Owens
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7. Chris Wayman
8. Steve Atwell

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