Episodes

  • ATLP Rewind - Layout Command Control 101 with Dave Barraza - October 22, 2024

    ATLP Rewind - Layout Command Control 101 with Dave Barraza - October 22, 2024
    Nov 24 2025
    ATLP Rewind - Originally Released October 22, 2024

    Layout Command Control - it sounds cool, but what exactly is it? On this episode of ATLP, Dave Barraza tells us the basics of LCC, how the standard was developed and, most importantly, how it can help bring our layouts to life. Dave shares how he's using LCC on his layout and how it compares to the electronics used on the prototype. Later, we hear answers to the Question of the Month submitted by our listeners.

    Learn more about this episode on our website:
    aroundthelayout.com/rewind

    Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply:
    https://ohrtracksupply.com/

    Thank you to our episode sponsor, ScaleSigns.com:
    https://scalesigns.com/

    Thank you to our episode sponsor, Home Shops:
    https://homeshops.net/
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    52 mins
  • What's Happening In Model Railroading - November 2025 - Spring Creek Model Trains

    What's Happening In Model Railroading - November 2025 - Spring Creek Model Trains
    Nov 18 2025
    While some will argue that model railroad season is 12 months long, it's hard to deny that,when the weather gets colder, activity in the hobby heats up. On this month's What's Happening In Model Railroading, Mike and Jeff Zucker from Spring Creek Model Trains stop by to tell us how to properly prepare to head back to the train room, what's trending this model railroad season and what should be on everyone's letter to Santa. Mike and Jeff also share their joy in helping model railroaders and their spouses or parents pick out the perfect gift to give for the holidays.

    Learn more about this episode on our website:
    aroundthelayout.com/200

    Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:
    https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/

    Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models:
    https://tullymodels.com

    Thank you to our episode sponsor, Home Shops:
    https://homeshops.net/
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    51 mins
  • ATLP Rewind - Talking Ops with Don Irace - Operations on the Canada Spokane and Pacific with Drew James

    ATLP Rewind - Talking Ops with Don Irace - Operations on the Canada Spokane and Pacific with Drew James
    Nov 17 2025
    ATLP Rewind - Originally Released October 8, 2024

    Drew James, owner of the Canada Spokane & Pacific, made his return to the ATLP studio, picking up where he left off from last July. Drew tells us about how the operations on his layout have evolved, his efforts to keep things fresh for his group of operators and answers the question, "why is there a wye?"

    Learn more about this episode on our website:
    aroundthelayout.com/rewind

    Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply:
    https://ohrtracksupply.com/

    Thank you to our episode sponsor, ScaleSigns.com:
    https://scalesigns.com/
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    1 hr and 4 mins
  • Talking Ops with Don Irace - From Spectating To Operating with Lou DiRosso

    Talking Ops with Don Irace - From Spectating To Operating with Lou DiRosso
    Nov 13 2025
    How does one build a solid foundation for an operations layout without even knowing? On this edition of Talking Ops with Don Irace, we find out how Lou DiRosso took his Conrail Boston Line layout from one where he watched memories of childhood railfanning and turned it into a fully interactive experience. Lou talks about the inspiration and help he's received from the folks behind Island Ops and how he's learning from every operating session to make the next one better.

    Learn more about this episode on our website:
    aroundthelayout.com/197

    Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:
    https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/

    Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models:
    https://tullymodels.com

    Thank you to our episode sponsor, Home Shops:
    https://homeshops.net/
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    1 hr and 6 mins
  • ATLP Rewind - Ralph Heiss & The Lehigh Valley Harbor Terminal - September 24, 2024

    ATLP Rewind - Ralph Heiss & The Lehigh Valley Harbor Terminal - September 24, 2024
    Nov 10 2025
    ATLP Rewind - Originally Released September 24, 2024

    On this episode of Around The Layout, we head to New Jersey and talk to Ralph Heiss, owner of the Lehigh Valley Harbor Terminal HO scale layout and frequent operator of quite a few great layouts in the Garden State. Ralph tells us how he got started in the hobby and how he was operating at great layouts by the age of 17. He also shares how he researched the Lehigh Valley, his passion for the history and ghost railroading and how to make good use of free time gifted by a hurricane derived power outage.

    Learn more about this episode on our website:
    aroundthelayout.com/rewind

    Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply:
    https://ohrtracksupply.com/

    Thank you to our episode sponsor, ScaleSigns.com:
    https://scalesigns.com/
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Kinzer Hurt & The First Coast Railroad

    Kinzer Hurt & The First Coast Railroad
    Nov 6 2025
    If you're one of those who think the hobby is dying, have a listen to this podcast. In his early 20's, Kinzer Hurt is already making a big impact on the model railroading hobby with a smaller approach; shelf layouts of short line railroads that allow him to drill into super detailing and cover a variety of railroads he's come to admire through in-person and virtual experiences. Later, I ask Kinzer what younger modelers are looking for and get his take on what's needed to get the next generation involved in the community.

    Learn more about this episode on our website:
    aroundthelayout.com/196

    Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:
    https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/

    Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models:
    https://tullymodels.com

    Thank you to our episode sponsor, Home Shops:
    https://homeshops.net/
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    58 mins
  • ATLP Rewind - The Art Of The Review with Ryan Crawford - October 1, 2024

    ATLP Rewind - The Art Of The Review with Ryan Crawford - October 1, 2024
    Nov 3 2025
    ATLP Rewind - Originally Released October 1, 2024

    On this episode of Around The Layout Podcast, we talk to model railroad product reviewer and author Ryan Crawford. Ryan provides us with an inside look into his process for writing reviews, including the prototype research, evaluating details, and sharing what you need to know to make an educated purchasing decision. Ryan and Ray also chat about the amazing advances in today's models and what they would like to see more of. Later, we hear answers to the Question of the Month submitted by our listeners.

    Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply:
    https://ohrtracksupply.com/

    Thank you to our episode sponsor, ScaleSigns.com:
    https://scalesigns.com/
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    1 hr and 1 min
  • The Foreword To Freelance with Christopher Palmieri

    The Foreword To Freelance with Christopher Palmieri
    Oct 30 2025
    How does one create a model railroading story of their very own? On this episode of Around The Layout Podcast, we talk to Christopher Palmieri, one of the leading voices in the freelance model railroading community, and learn more about the freelance concept and how it can benefit those who aren't completely sold on a fully prototype approach. Chris lays out steps to follow to start creating a freelance story and provides recommendations on resources to learn more. Later, we hear answers from our listeners to the Question of the Month.

    Learn more about this episode on our website:
    aroundthelayout.com/195

    Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:
    https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/

    Thank you to our episode sponsor, Home Shops:
    https://homeshops.net/
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    1 hr and 2 mins