Around The Layout Podcast

07/09/2025

We're about to go LIVE in 30 minutes on YouTube to draw a winner from the ATLP Operating Crew to win their choice of either HO or N scale prizes from Bachmann Trains. Head there now - https://www.youtube.com/live/ZjFOyR0Awao?si=0ds_2hFjxrZohFmf

07/09/2025

Join us LIVE on YouTube TONIGHT at 8PM ET as we draw a winner from the ATLP Operating Crew to win their choice of either HO or N scale prizes from Bachmann Trains. To be eligible to win, become a member of the ATLP Operating Crew TODAY by 5PM - aroundthelayout.com/crew.

05/09/2025

What exactly is this and will Around The Layout Podcast be participating? Stay tuned for more...

So... Who are we?

We're Model Railroad Creators coming together to be a part of something bigger, the growth of the hobby itself. Inspiring and empowering Viewers to model, no matter their space, time and skill constraints.
Our first collaborative project will be working together to build T-Trak modules, with a secondary goal of putting these modules on display at the Amherst Railroad Society Train Show in January 2026.

Why T-Trak? The reasons are simple:
T-Trak is the smallest Modular form factor; a great solution for space starved modelers.
T-Trak “Flat packs”, or kits, are widely available through commercial retailers
Modules take no power tools to put together, just wood glue, and painters tape, meaning even modelers with limited tool access can use this method to get started.

If you're a content creator interested in getting involved, feel free to reach out to us here through the page, or email us at [email protected]

05/09/2025

Who here likes winning? Join us LIVE on YouTube - Sunday, September 7th at 8PM ET as we draw a winner from the ATLP Operating Crew to win their choice of either HO or N scale prizes from Bachmann Trains. To be eligible to win, become a member of the ATLP Operating Crew by 5PM ET on September 7th at aroundthelayout.com/crew.

04/09/2025

ATLP Rewind - Chris Gilbert & The Brownville & Ashland from September 3, 2024 is now available. Learn more about this episode and listen online at aroundthelayout.com/rewind.

We've seen many prototypical railroads bought and sold over the years, but how about a freelance model railroad changing hands? That's how current owner of the Brownville & Ashland, Chris Gilbert, took ownership of this Maine based short line. Oh, did I mention he's also in the United Kingdom? Chris tells us how this transaction went down, how he made the B&A his own, and how he got into modeling American railroading across the big pond. He also shares his experience working with Christopher Palmieri on his now sold out Home Shops / Prairie Shadows 50' hi-cube boxcar.

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

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

03/09/2025

Join us LIVE on YouTube - Sunday, September 7th at 8PM ET as we draw a winner from the ATLP Operating Crew to win their choice of either HO or N scale prizes from Bachmann Trains. To be eligible to win, become a member of the ATLP Operating Crew by 5PM ET on September 7th at aroundthelayout.com/crew.

02/09/2025

Don't forget to submit your answer to September's Question of the Month - What led you to model in N scale? ..or if you’re not an N scaler, what would get you to switch to N scale? Head to aroundthelayout.com/question to learn how you can submit your answer, including our new Discord option! Answers must be received by September 15th!

01/09/2025

It's time for a new Question of the Month - What led you to model in N scale? ...or if you're not an N scaler, what would get you to switch to N scale?

Submit your answer by September 15th at aroundthelayout.com/question or https://discord.gg/JRDqUkpxk6

01/09/2025

The deadline to submit for the September ATLP Extra is fast approaching! Submit your articles and Prototype Photo of the Month today at ATLPExtra.com

01/09/2025

2025 Colorado Rail Proto Meet Preview with Michelle Kempema is now available. Learn more about this episode and listen online at aroundthelayout.com/183 or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.

You'd be hard pressed to find someone in the model railroad hobby with the enthusiasm and ambition of Michelle Kempema. It's probably why it was no surprise that she, along with the team at the Colorado Model Railroad Museum, launched a much needed Railroad Prototype Modelers meet in Greeley, Colorado in 2024. The event was a success and now Michelle and her team are looking to grow in the sophomore edition of the Colorado Rail Proto Meet with a new venue and expanded offerings for modelers not only in the Centennial State, but for those looking to come together to share in the comradery.

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

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

28/08/2025

Iron City N-Scale Modelers with Bradd Williamson & Patrick Moore is now available. Learn more about this episode and listen online at aroundthelayout.com/181 or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.

Bradd Williamson and Patrick Moore are proving that when you find your people, big things can happen, even if it's about 1:160 scale. After an accidental hijacking of a fellow N scalers group, they started the Iron City N Scale Facebook group, which led to a modular group with just one rule. Building upon the success of the group, Bradd and Pat started the Iron City Roundhouse Report podcast, giving a voice to the group and adding another way for Iron City to reach around the planet.

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

Thank you to our episode sponsor, HomeShops Freelance Forum:
https://homeshops.net/

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

25/08/2025

ATLP Rewind - The Theatrical Approach To Model Railroading with Scott Thornton is now available. Learn more about this episode and listen online at aroundthelayout.com/rewind or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts.

What if we looked at our layouts like they were the stage of a grand performance? On this episode, the talented and thought provoking Scott Thornton comes by to share his passion for taking elements of the theatre and applying it to his model railroad. Scott shares how he uses similar approaches as they do on the stage with lighting, sound and props to make viewers of his layout feel like they are trackside on his IAIS Milan Branch.Later, we hear answers to the Question of the Month submitted by our listeners.

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

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