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a ModelersLife

Lionel Strang
Model Railroading
Youtube
Scale Trains
Tomstock
Norfolk Southern
Delay In Block
Operation Toy Train
Mine Mount Models
3D Central
Peter Noon
Video Production
Marias Pass
N-Scale
National Model Railroad Association
Northeast Railroad Prototype Modelers
N Scale Model Railroading
Railroad Prototype Modelers Meets
Bachman
Springfield Model Railroad Show
Grouper

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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Latest Episodes

Jon Stackpole is everywhere these days promoting designing, overseeing construction of multiple products for Athearn while appearing in webcasts, manning show booths discussing upcoming projects with customers like the HO-Scale locomotive newest vers... more

You'd think when the gang at "a ModelersLife" got the chance to talk with the lead product manager with Athearn we'd have all sorts of questions to ask. Well, you'd be wrong, Jon has travelled such an interesting road to where he is today, Athearn ba... more

Now that was the show, another year has come and gone at the Springfield train show and this one will be remembered as the great snowstorm of 2026. It was so anxiously anticipated that several vendors never even bothered to show up but those of us wh... more

Well, the show is over, the vendors are gone, there's no more tickets to be sold and the planning for next year's Springfield show is already underway!! As always there was lots to see and do, from checking out different manufacturer's new releases, ... more

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Recent Guests

David Start
Historian of the Springfield Show and longtime hobbyist
Springfield Show / AML context
Episode: Springfield Interviews
Ryan Tolman
Owner of White Rose Hobbies, York, Pennsylvania
White Rose Hobbies
Episode: Springfield Interviews
Tom Robinson
Co-owner of White Rose Hobbies
White Rose Hobbies
Episode: Springfield Interviews
Otto Vondrak
Editor of Railroad Model Craftsman
Railroad Model Craftsman
Episode: Springfield Report with Otto Vondrak
Nick Kolankiewicz
A young model railroader and electrician for a Class 1 railroad.
Episode: Episode 280: Nick Kolankiewicz
Blair Kooistra
Former train dispatcher for BNSF and a passionate photographer
BNSF
Episode: Episode 279: Blair Kooistra
Stephen Floyd
Marketing professional based in Macon, Georgia
Commercial Property and Casualty Insurance Company
Episode: Central Georgia RPM
Paul Spillman
Former resident of Macon, currently based in South Carolina, involved in organizing the RPM
Episode: Central Georgia RPM
Joe D'Amato
Former employee at Micro Trains, part of Atlas Model Railroad Company now
Atlas Model Railroad Company
Episode: Smokin' Joe Returns

Host

Lionel Strang
Host of a show that shares the backstories of fascinating individuals within the model railroading community, combining humor and camaraderie in discussing their lives and their hobby.

Reviews

3.7 out of 5 stars from 230 ratings
  • Rude host

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

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    who cares about a "nickname"
    United States9 months 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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There are mixed reviews, with some critiques focusing on potentially off-topic discussions, but the majority find the content lively and relatable.
Listeners enjoy the insights into the lives of guests, celebrating how the podcast highlights personal experiences over technical details in the hobby.
Many listeners appreciate the show's engaging storytelling and humor, emphasizing the strong community ties it fosters among model railroaders.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#250
Canada/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#195
Australia/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#9
Chile/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#28
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Apple Podcasts
#79
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Apple Podcasts
#98
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Springfield Interviews
Q: What was the overall vibe of this year's Springfield Show and how did the booth perform?
The show was busy and valuable for networking; there were solid sales early on, and the interview segments with David Start, Ryan Tolman, and Tom Robinson showcased the brands and projects, notably the Flying Yankee.
Episode 277: Baxter Barnes
Q: How long have you been working on the Norfolk Southern layout?
Baxter shares that he has been working on the layout since mid-2022 and waited until it was presentable to start posting videos.
Episode 277: Baxter Barnes
Q: How did you discover Baxter Barnes' videos?
Derek explains he found Baxter's videos on YouTube while looking for realistic switching layouts, and he was attracted to the detailed content about model railroading.
Episode 275: Wayman Humphrey
Q: How do you utilize social media and YouTube in your modeling?
I create videos to teach others and share my work, aiming to inspire more people to join the hobby.
Episode 275: Wayman Humphrey
Q: What inspired you to join the model railroading hobby?
I discovered the level of detail in model trains while visiting a local layout and became fascinated by it.

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Focusing on the rich narratives within the model railroading community, this podcast explores the lives of individuals passionate about this hobby. Featuring various guests from diverse backgrounds, it shares personal stories and experiences that highlight the connection between their lives and model railroading. Listeners can expect engaging dialogues that combine humor and camaraderie while shedding light on industry insights, emerging trends, and personal journeys in the hobby. The unique approach ensures that it's not just about trains and models but also about the community and relationships built around them, making it relatable to both seasoned enthusiasts and new members of the model railroading world.

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1. David Start
2. Ryan Tolman
3. Tom Robinson
4. Otto Vondrak
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