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Off the Rails with Rowdy and Bethan

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Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad
Tourist Railroad Industry
Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad
Steam Locomotives
Christmas
Tourism
Federal Railroad Administration
Heritage Rail Alliance Conference
Economy
Politics
Short-Line Railroads
Durango
Social Media Marketing
Polar Express
Railroad Preservation
Safety
Sponsorship
Floods
Chrissy Funding
Chrissy (consolidated Rail Infrastructure and Safety Improvements)

Join Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad Executive Director Bethan Maher and Superintendent Rowdy Pierce and take a ride into the modern age of steam locomotives, cows, corn and incontinent Santas. This is an unvarnished look at the business of tourist steam railroads like you've never heard before.

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In this week’s episode of Off the Rails with Rowdy and Bethan, Rowdy is conspicuously absent, leaving Eric in the hot seat for a special Pridecast focused on LGBTQ+ history in railroading and logging railroads, with a look at where we are today.

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In this week’s episode of Off the Rails with Rowdy and Bethan, Rowdy and Bethan are back to the usual shenanigans, with a bit less food-centered content than "the talent" prefers. They detail activities where they're parading around undercover, hangi... more

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In this week’s episode of Off the Rails with Rowdy and Bethan, they discuss the “tough stuff,” their take on radical transparency, and a recent situation regarding anonymous complaints to the FRA about Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad’s repair work on ste... more

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In this week’s episode of Off the Rails with Rowdy and Bethan, Rowdy and Bethan dive deep into a topic near and dear to them, "Responsible Railfanning." 

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Hosts

Bethan Maher
Executive Director of Mount Rainier Scenic Railroad; host focusing on operations, branding, and preservation stories.
Rowdy Pierce
Superintendent and host; concentrates on operations, maintenance, funding, and community engagement.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 8 ratings
  • Might just get me back into podcasts

    Mt Rainier rail is a fantastic you tube channel and these two really care about what they do! I’m very excited to listen to what comes down the line.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    chaseski
    United States9 months ago
  • For a First Episode…

    …that was pretty good.

    Five stars! Subscribe and listen!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Railroad Toby
    United States9 months ago

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Fans appreciate behind-the-scenes access to maintenance, budgeting, and event planning.
Listener feedback highlights the show's practical take on running a heritage railroad and the hosts' candor.
Listeners value the blend of “how it's done” with humor and personal stories, making industry topics approachable.

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Episode 9: Unsupervised: Foam with Eric and Rowdy
Q: Would an early SD-type freight locomotive be better for your operation given the economics discussed?
Yes, an older diesel or freight-capable unit could be easier to maintain and cheaper upfront, but the real value lies in preserving steam for passenger experience; freight use would be limited and not immediately profitable, so the focus remains on steam for main revenue and experience while considering diesel options as backups.
Episode 2: The impact of politics and a weakening economy on tourism and the rails.
Q: What is making it difficult to operate in the economy as it stands right now?
The economy is seeing a downturn that affects discretionary spending, fuel prices, and the labor market which impacts tourist railroads.

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Two longtime operators run a candid, behind-the-scenes look at how heritage railroads, especially tourist steam operations, are run, funded, and marketed today. Across episodes, topics include engine maintenance, regulatory waivers, budgeting pressures, fundraising, and the evolving role of branding, events, and guest experiences to attract visitors. The show often threads practical operations with humor and personal anecdotes, highlighting the tension between preserving authenticity and pursuing sustainable revenue through grants, sponsorships, and public engagement. A notable throughline is the community-driven nature of small rail nonprofits, the importance of storytelling, and a willingness to challenge traditional approaches in favor o... more

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