029: WNYP Railroad President Carl Belke

Western New York & Pennsylvania Railroad - President Carl Belke talks with us about his 40+ year career in the railroad industry, including his tenure at the Delaware & Hudson, why he prefers ALCOs, and how the WNYP participated in the 2010 movie 'Unstoppable'. This episode is sponsored by the Strasburg Rail Road. Click here to learn more about their upcoming Steampunk unLimited event! News We discuss recent events at Norfolk Southern, including Chairman of the Board Wick Moorman stepping down, end of Roadrailers, and the purchase of the southern Delaware & Hudson lines. Carl Belke Interview (3:50) Getting Started in the Industry in the '70s - 3:50 His thoughts on the Norfolk Southern D&H purchase - 16:27 His role at the Western New York & Pennsylvania - 23:30 The importance of ALCOs - 32:22 Railfans - 35:26 Filming 'Unstoppable' - 39:44  The future of the WNYP - 47:43 Question of the Day (53:52) What is (or was) your hometown railroad?  Let me know and I will respond to your comments in our next episode. Subscribe on iTunes, Join our Newsletter, share this episode with at least one person today, and remember that The Roundhouse is Our House!