Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast

Talking Ops with Don Irace - Operations On The MKT with David Heyde

What does it take to design a model railroad layout that's both true to its prototype and a joy to operate with friends? In this episode, Ray Arnott and co-host Don Irace

2026 Colorado Rail Proto Meet Preview with Michelle Kempema & Dave Oppedisano

What makes Railroad Prototype Modelers (RPM) meets such a unique and rapidly growing tradition in the model railroading community? In this episode of Around the Layout, R

Aaron Cecala & Prairie Girl Grains

What happens when a lifelong researcher brings his scientific curiosity to model railroading a bit later in life? In this episode, we sit down with Aaron Cecala to explor

ATLP Rewind - The Theatrical Approach To Model Railroading with Scott Thornton - August 27. 2024

ATLP Rewind - Originally Released August 27, 2024 What if we looked at our layouts like they were the stage of a grand performance? On this episode, the talented and tho

Model Railroading For The Soul with Bernard Hellen

What if your model railroad hobby could actually improve your mental and physical health? In this episode of Around the Layout, Ray Arnott sits down with Bernard Hellen—a

ATLP Rewind - Neil Schofield & CP Rail's Newport & Lyndonville Subdivision - January 23, 2024

ATLP Rewind - Originally Released January 23, 2024 Neil Schofield and his CP Rail's Newport & Lyndonville Subdivision has been our guest wish list since the start of the

What's Happening In Model Railroading - August 2026 - 2026 St. Louis RPM

What’s trending in the world of model railroading, and what were the standout moments at this year’s St. Louis Railroad Prototype Modelers (RPM) meet? In this episode, Ra

ATLP Rewind - Model Railroad Estate Planning with John Sacerdote & Dave Owens - July 31, 2025

ATLP Rewind - Originally Released July 31, 2025 I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but, someday, you're going to die. Before that happens, it's time to make a plan, an

ATLP Rewind - Alan Schroeder & The Marias Pass - August 7, 2025

ATLP Rewind - Originally Released August 7, 2025 How can the gift of a single locomotive change layout plans? That's what we'll find out on this episode of Around The La

Talking Ops with Don Irace - Changes For The Better

When is it time to make a change on your model railroad layout? In this episode of Around the Layout’s "Talking Ops," Ray Arnott and Don Irace dive into the important—and

All Aboard The Summerville Steam Special - Interviews Powered By Coal and ScaleTrains

What happens when model railroaders from around the world gather aboard a historic steam excursion through the scenic landscapes between Georgia and Tennessee? In this sp

Dawn & Her Model Railway Quest

What happens when a lifelong painter is handed a miniature figure and asked to pick up a tiny brush? In this episode, we sit down with Dawn Quest, the creative mind behin

ATLP Rewind - Dustin Whitten & The N&W South Branch - July 9, 2024

ATLP Rewind - Originally Released July 9, 2024 You've probably have heard of model railroaders that go on to become railroaders, but how about a railroader who starts th

ATLP Rewind - Robin Felder & The Jackieville Switching Layout - July 10, 2025

ATLP Rewind - Originally Released July 10, 2025 Even when you're thousands of miles away from your prototype, you might not be that far from your people. That's what we

Choosing The Right Control System with Nathan Holmes & Michael Petersen

What factors should you consider before choosing a model railroad control system? In this episode of Around the Layout, host Ray Arnott is joined by Nathan Holmes and Mic

ATLP Rewind - Mental Health & Model Railroading with Dan Dossa - June 26, 2025

ATLP Rewind - Episode Originally Released June 26, 2025 As we head towards the end of Men's Mental Health Awareness Month, the June topic episode focuses on the mental h

What's Happening In Model Railroading - July 2026 - Curtis Koch From Broadway Limited Imports

What does it take to produce high quality, super detailed steam locomotives in a number of variations? That's just one of the questions Curtis Koch from Broadway Limited

ATLP Rewind - Talking Ops with Don Irace - Somerset & Raritan Ops with John Farrington

ATLP Rewind - Episode Originally Released July 17, 2025 After a two-parter with Thomas Klimoski on small layouts and the potential they hold, it was perfect timing to ta

Combining Prototype Modeling With Ops: 2026 St. Louis RPM Preview

What does operations have to do with prototype modeling? Lonnie Bathurst, organizer of the St. Louis Railroad Prototype Modelers (RPM) Meet, and Rick Watson, President of

ScaleTrains & The Scenic City Express with Shane Wilson

What does it take to bring the NMRA National Convention to your backyard? That's one of the questions we asked of Tennessean and ScaleTrains President Shane Wilson as he