Episodes
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Season 2 Episode 21 Office Car Special VOL 4
Episode 21 of Season 2 (OCS Volume 4) features guests Dave Abeles and Todd Treaster discussing real-world railroad operations — mainlines, specials, locals and branch lines — and how those practices translate into compelling model railroad sessions. They cover train names and missions…
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Season 2 Bonus Episode
In this surprise bonus episode Pat and Brad share quick shout-outs to community members, updates on layout projects, and announce upcoming show dates and meetups (Monroeville Greenberg, Erie, Buell show, Locomotion weekend, and plans for the Amherst show). They also preview Season 3 starting in...
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Season 2 Episode 20 "What's New? with the NMRA
In this episode, Bradd and Pat sit down with two key leaders from the National Model Railroad Association (NMRA)—Standards and Conformance Manager Andy Zimmerman and Achievement Program Manager Ray Persing. Together, they dive into some of the biggest news and developments shaping the hobby…
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Season 2 Episode 19 Yardmasters "Showcase Preview"
Join Pat and Brad for Episode 19 of the Iron City Roundhouse Report as they preview fall showcases featuring Yardmasters, layout tours, remote ops, and practical tips for modelers at every stage. Upcoming showcases from: Tom's (Split Rock Mining Company), Jimmy's (Wheeling & Lake Erie East End),...
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Season 2 Episode 18 "Historic Summer" with Kasandra Ortiz from Norfolk Southern
Season 2, Episode 18 — “Historic Summer” Bradd and Pat welcome Kasandra Ortiz, communications manager at Norfolk Southern, for a conversation packed with railfan energy. They dive into the excitement surrounding the Big Boy tour, the railroad’s 250th anniversary commemorative locomotives, and how...
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Season 2 Episode 17 El Presidente Returns: Inside the Ohio Valley Lines & Club Life
🎙️ Season 2, Episode 17 — Mike DeSensi Returns! OG guest Mike DeSensi now president of the Ohio Valley Lines, is back to talk club life, layout building, and what it takes to keep the hobby thriving. Pat and Bradd dig into community events, module shows, and how clubs can welcome new members…
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Season 2 Episode 16: Altoona N Scale Weekend Preview with Tim Mallon
Season 2, Episode 16 brings together hosts Pat Moore, Bradd Williamson, and guest co‑host Kevin Squire as they sit down with Tim Mallon to preview the upcoming Altoona N‑Scale Weekend, happening September 12–13, 2026. They revisit last year’s record turnout, highlight returning vendors and…
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Season 2 Episode 15 "The John Oh show" Model Railroad Days
Episode 15, Bradd and Pat interview John Oh, an N-scale modeler who discusses his modular work, club involvement (T-Trak, Fremo N, N-Trak), and upcoming events. He explains differences between module standards, his preference for fall/winter "dead season" modeling, and how he transports and…
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Season 2 Episode 14 Steel Mill Modeling "Part 2"
🚂 Iron City Roundhouse Report 🚂 Join hosts Brad and Pat for Part 2 of our in-depth series on steel mill modeling! Part 2 is packed with expert tips on modeling steel mills, designing realistic mill scenes, and improving railroad operations in and out of the mill. We also dive into a lively...
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Season 2 Episode 13 Steel Mill Modeling "Part 1"
🚂 Iron City Roundhouse Report 🚂 Steel is taking center stage! Join hosts Brad and Pat for Part 1 of an in-depth series on steel mill modeling. They explore the different types of steel mills, explain the basic steelmaking process, and discuss how understanding the prototype can help you design...
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Season 2 Episode 12 "The price is right!!"
🎙️🚂 Season 2, Episode 12 This episode of the Iron City Roundhouse Report is all about getting the most out of your model railroad budget! Join special guests Clem Harris and Freddie Mac as they share their experience finding great deals, including auction strategies, eBay research tricks, and...
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Season 2 Episode 11 Yardmaster series "3D Printers"
Episode 11 — "Yardmasters" brings together 3D printing hobbyists and small-business owners from across North America to discuss getting started, safety, tools, and real-world workflows. Guests share practical tips for home and commercial printing, including resin vs. FDM differences, finishing...
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Season 2 Episode 10 "Anniversary Special" Part 2
🚂 One year down — and the celebration continues! Join the Iron City Roundhouse Report for Part 2 of their one-year anniversary special as hosts Brad, Pat, Kevin, and Uncle Dave look back on an incredible year of railfan memories, stories, and community moments alongside the Iron City Young Guns…
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Season 2 Episode 9 "Anniversary Special" Part 1
🚂 Brad and Pat celebrate the one-year anniversary of the Iron City Roundhouse Report! This special anniversary episode reunites returning guests — modelers, YouTube creators, historians, and T-Track organizers — as they revisit favorite moments, unforgettable layout stories, and the incredible...
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Season 2 Episode 8 Coast to Coast with Iron City West
Brad and Pat head to LA to talk with Bob Frein and Frank Hinojosa from Iron City West about their model railroading journeys and what’s trending on the West Coast. We get into: • Santa Fe, SP & Union Pacific modeling • Clubs like Belmont Shores • LCC & NCE control systems • T-Track modules •...
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Season 2 Episode 7 "OCS Vol 3" with Todd Treaster and Dave Abeles
Season 2, Episode 7 🚂 Pat and Bradd are back with Office Car Special: Volume 3, joined by special guests Todd Treaster and Dave Abeles! From decades of real railroad experience to unforgettable railfanning stories, this episode dives deep into: • Railfanning safety tips every fan should know •...
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Season 2 Episode 6 Part 2: Ron Marsh from Ron's Trains N Things "Social Media"
🚂 Iron City Roundhouse Report – Part 2: Ron’s Social Media Bradd and Pat are back with special guest Ron Marsh from Ron’s Trains N Things for Part 2 of this great conversation! This episode dives into Ron’s perspective on the connection between model railroading and social media—and how that...
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Season 2 Episode 5 Ron Marsh from Ron's Trains N Things "Part 1 Ron's layout"
🚂 Iron City Roundhouse Report – Part 1: Ron’s Layout In this episode of the Iron City Roundhouse Report, hosts Brad, Pat, and Todd welcome special guest Ron Marsh from Ron’s Trains N Things for a great conversation about his model railroading journey. Ron shares details about his layout…
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Season 2 Episode 4 Yardmaster series "Auctioneers"
Iron City Roundhouse Report – Season 2, Episode 4 Hosts Brad and Pat sit down with three leading online auctioneers—Bill Jenkins of East/West Model Train Auctions, Ross Palabeski of NorCal Train Auctions, and Garrett Metcalf of Midwest Train Auctions—for an inside look at the fast-growing world…
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Season 2 Episode 3 "Hometown Rails Tom Jacobs 1970 Reading Division"
In this episode of the Iron City Roundhouse Report, Bradd and Pat welcome accomplished HO‑scale modeler Tom Jacobs, whose work is deeply rooted in the railroad heritage of Reading, Pennsylvania. Tom takes listeners inside his meticulously crafted 1970s Reading Division layout, a project inspired…
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Season 2 Episode 2 "It's Electric!!!" DC DCC DCCEX
Brad and Pat are back in the studio, kicking things off with a recap of the missed Springfield show and a look at the bright spots from a successful Science Center weekend. They highlight standout work from modelers Clem Harris and George Hall on the latest roundhouse report and share updates on...
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Season 2 Episode 1: Season Premiere "DJ from DJ Trains"
Season 2, Episode 1 Brad and Pat kick off Season 2 by sitting down with DJ from DJ’s Trains for an in-depth catch-up on all things model railroading. DJ shares his journey growing up around the hobby, his professional work with CSX, and how those experiences influence his approach to modeling...
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Season 1 Episode 18 "Season Greetings" The Finale
🎉 SEASON’S GREETINGS from The Iron City Roundhouse Report! 🎄 The Season 1 finale brings your hosts Bradd and Pat together one last time this year—joined by an all-star cast of hobbyists celebrating the season and wrapping up an amazing first year of the show. In this special episode, our guests...
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Season 1 Episode 17 "Freelanced"
Iron City Roundhouse Report fans — Episode 17 goes "Freelanced" with special guest co-host Todd Treaster. Bradd, Pat and Todd discuss standout layouts modeling the (Lehigh Valley, Norfolk & Western, Finger Lakes), the importance of welcoming younger modelers, tips for running successful open…
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Season 1 Episode 16 "The Chuckwagon"
Episode 16 of the Iron City Roundhouse Report features hosts Brad and Pat with special guest/co‑host Chuck Rockwell. They discuss Chuck’s career with CSX, his Mega...Mega...Mega three‑level N‑scale Chessie layout, signaling and DCC plans, and recent railfan adventures. Other highlights include a...
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Season 1 Episode 15 Yardmasters "Go Big or Go Home"
Episode 15 of the Iron City Roundhouse Report explores larger model railroad scales beyond N-scale. Hosts Pat and Brad talk with accomplished modelers about techniques, layout design, trackwork, showcases, remote operations, and recent community highlights like cover photo winners and club shows....
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Season 1 Episode 14 "Snap it"
Iron City Roundhouse Report Episode 14 "Snap it features hosts Brad and Pat with guests Marty Jenkins and Andy Zimmerman discussing T‑Trak and modular model railroading. They cover T‑Trak fundamentals, real‑world tips for layout design and troubleshooting, and stories from recent shows like...
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Season 1 Episode 13 "The Office Car Special" OCS VOL 2
Your host, Bradd Williamson and Pat Moore welcome back Todd Treaster and Uncle Dave Abeles for the Office Car Special, sharing stories from Altoona, Conrail train symbols, and life at Conway Yard. They explain manifest and intermodal symbols, special dimensional and military trains, cabooses and...
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Altoona N-Scale Weekend Live: Layouts, Vendors & Big Wins
Live from the Altoona N‑Scale Weekend, Iron City members walk through a busy show featuring large layouts, DCC and DC loops, vendor booths, clinics, and a module contest. The episode highlights vendors and new sound-equipped locomotives, fundraising in memory of organizer Mike Phillips (proceeds…
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Season 1 Episode 12 Otter Valley " Beauty Eh"
Jump into this exciting episode of the Roundhouse Report, where Bradd and Pat welcome Lorne James from Otter Valley Railroad. Lorne discusses the evolution of the model railroading industry and shares insights from his 23 years of experience, including the impact of online shopping and the…
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Bonus Report: Altoona N Scale show update.
Join the Iron City Roundhouse Report for a quick preview of Altoona N‑Scale Weekend (Sept 20–21). Walk‑in tickets are available at the gate; module setup begins Friday the 19th at noon. Highlights include a live podcast on Saturday at 2 PM, tower‑cam live streams, photo ops, contests and door...
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Season 1 Episode 11 Planes Trains and Automobiles
Hosts Brad and Pat welcome Andy Zimmerman and Martyn Jenkins from the National Model Railroad Association to discuss the NMRA’s role in creating standards, fostering fellowship, and supporting modelers worldwide. The episode covers modular HO and N‑scale modeling, convention experiences and...
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Season 1 Episode 10 Yardmasters “Think Tank”
Pat Moore and Brad Williamson host EP 10 The Yardmasters and explore some random thoughts about the hobby. The Yardmasters— Phil, George, and Bob — gather for a lively model railroad ‘think tank’. They discuss restarting layouts, benchwork vs. T‑track modules, and ideas for micro and shelf…
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Season 1 Episode 9 "Altoona N Scale Weekend Preview Show"
Get ready for a real treat, folks! In this special episode, Bradd and Pat invite Kevin Squire to co-host the Altoona N Scale weekend preview show. They've got two fantastic interviews lined up with Tim Mallon, co-director of the Altoona show, and Alex Lang, the owner of the Station Inn in Cresson...
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Season 1 Episode 8 "The Office Car Special" OCS VOL 1
Welcome to episode 8 of the Iron City Roundhouse Report, where we introduce a brand new segment, "The Office Car Special. Join your host Bradd and Pat as they welcome back Todd Treaster and Dave Abeles, two esteemed guests who will be sharing their stories from the world of railfanning and model...
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Season 1 Episode 7 "The Historian"
Welcome to Episode 7 of the Iron City Roundhouse Report, where Bradd and Pat celebrate crossing a major milestone with 1,000 downloads! Join us as we introduce our special co-host, Richard Shirey, the Iron City historian, who shares his vast knowledge about Western Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh...
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Season 1 Episode 6 "Big Blue"
Welcome to Iron City Roundhouse Report Episode six “Big Blue”. Join our host Bradd Williamson and Patrick Moore in this exciting episode as we welcome the renowned model railroading expert, Dave Abeles. Known for his impressive Conrail layout, the Onondaga Cutoff, Dave has also authored several...
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Season 1 Episode 5 "The OG's" The Original Guys
Join your host Bradd and Pat for a special episode as we reunite with the founding members of Iron City. These pioneers, often referred to as the OGs, share their incredible journey, highlighting the friendships and fortuitous encounters that built the foundation of Iron City. Discover how Kevin...
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Season 1 Episode 4 "Young Guns" Yardmasters
Welcome to Episode 4 of the Iron City Roundhouse Report. Join hosts Pat and Brad as they explore a fresh format, focusing solely on the Yardmasters and the vibrant, younger generation of model railroaders. This episode features discussions with Iron City Members "Young Guns" under 40, shedding...
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Season 1 Episode 3 "Northen Exposure"
In this captivating episode of the Iron City Roundhouse Report, hosts Brad and Pat are joined by special guest Chris Ketch, a seasoned model railroad enthusiast known for his innovative layouts and deep-rooted passion for the hobby. Chuck Rockwell, Jimmy Braum and Fran Resch make up this…
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Season 1 Episode 2 "Great Scot!"
Welcome to episode two of the Iron City Roundhouse Report. Join hosts Bradd Williamson and Patrick Moore as they dive headlong into engaging discussions, expert interviews, and fascinating stories from the rails that span from the historic steam era to the dynamics of modern railroading. In this...
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Season 1 Episode 1 "The Pilot"
Episode 1 In the Beginning Iron City members Bradd Williamson and Patrick Moore start their very own podcast. Bradd and Pat begin the discussion of how the Iron City came to be and share what they hope is bright future in the model railroading podcast. Our host also preview what they believe the...