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The All Aboard Podcast by All Things Trains

All Things Trains
Amtrak
Norfolk Southern
Union Pacific
Chicago
Erie Lackawanna Railroad
Penn Central
Passenger Trains
Railroad Industry
Ancora
Locomotive Designations
Technology
Freight Rail
Intermodal Transportation
Wendover Productions
New Jersey Transit
Conrail
Railroad Day
Kaolin
Regulatory Issues
Labor Costs

All Aboard!! Join us where we talk...All Things Trains...including the business of railroading, the coolest trains and locomotives, and even the best places to eat while chasing trains. All Things Trains Chairman Phil Bell brings you each episode from the E. Hunter Harrison Chair at the Bell Institute for Advanced Railroad Studies.

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In the May, 1959 issue of Trains Magazine, editor David P. Morgan discussed the factors that led to passenger rail's decline and what could be done to fix it. This was less than 15 years after the end of WWII and shows that even then, American passen... more

What does a long-gone investment company in Richmond, VA have to do with a shortline railroad in Mississippi? Phil tells the story, from the Greenberg's Train & Toy Show in Richmond, VA

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Reference: Trains Magazine, Oc... more

Union Pacific & Norfolk Southern made news this week, but it's not what you think. Phil Bell breaks down what happened and why.

We dive into Illinois' reorganization of Metra, CTA, and Pace, plus take a look at the Ameristar Rail & its leader Scott Spencer's plans for LibertyLiner 250, presently known as Amtrak's Acela Express! ______________________________Visit us on the we... more

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Episode: Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern Merger: A Deep Dive | All Aboard Episode 068

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Phil Bell
Host of The All Aboard Podcast by All Things Trains (various listings show him as the primary host).

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4.5 out of 5 stars from 31 ratings
  • Phil is a genius

    Incredibly well researched and presented. Cannot say enough good things about Phil. He is EXCELLENT!!!!

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    United States10 months ago
  • Awesomeness

    At the junction of awesomeness and entertainment you will find the podcast episode highly informative. Full steam ahead

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    United States2 years ago
  • If you love trains

    This is where to be! Love the abundant knowledge on this podcast!

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    United States2 years ago

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Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern Merger: A Deep Dive | All Aboard Episode 068
Q: How could you see that falling?
It could lead to CSX merging with either CP or Kansas City Southern, with various scenarios playing out depending on market conditions.
Union Pacific-Norfolk Southern Merger: A Deep Dive | All Aboard Episode 068
Q: What would you say if you had a rail customer come to you and say, David, I'm a little worried?
Mergers are never easy, but the benefits will outweigh the costs, and competition is essential to improve service and maintain operations.

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Fans of logistics, freight, and rail history likely tune in for in-depth discussions on industry mergers, regulatory processes, and broad rail trends. Episodes frequently analyze high-stakes moves like transcontinental rail mergers, regulatory hurdles, intermodal dynamics, passenger rail policy, and lobbying experiences, often tying these topics to real-world impacts on efficiency, costs, and regional markets. Notable is a practical, practitioner-focused lens — with historical context, industry insights, and a willingness to explain complex rail infrastructure and policy concepts in accessible terms. The show appears to balance technical detail with business implications, making it valuable for professionals in transportation, logistics, po... more

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