Railroad Roll-By

Description: Canadian Pacific and Kansas City Southern are proposing a merger that would create a massive railroad to connect Canada, the USA, and Mexico! Plus, Amtrak is set to roll out some cool paint schemes to celebrate their 50 years of service!

Todd foams over his new HO scale Big Boy, and Schon foams over his very specific HO scale Utah Railway coal train.

Our special guest is Matt Bown, host of the legendary television series “Extreme Trains.” He tells about what it was like to ride in the UP 844 and how he was lucky enough to get the dream job of playing on some of the coolest trains ever, including the Ringling Bros. circus train.

Our special guest is Matt Bown, host of the legendary television series “Extreme Trains.” He tells about what it was like to ride in the UP 844 and how he was lucky enough to get the dream job of playing on some of the coolest trains ever, including the Ringling Bros. circus train.

Sorry it took so long for a new episode! Todd and Schon are back with a history of the Utah Railway.

Sorry it took so long for a new episode! Todd and Schon are back with a history of the Utah Railway.

Daniel Rappoport, founding president of the impressive Illinois Tech Railroad Club, is our special guest. In this episode, we learn about the club's humble beginnings, Daniel's passion for the hobby, and how it is influencing his career choice. This is an episode you don't want to miss!

Daniel Rappoport, founding president of the impressive Illinois Tech Railroad Club, is our special guest. In this episode, we learn about the club's humble beginnings, Daniel's passion for the hobby, and how it is influencing his career choice. This is an episode you don't want to miss!

The title speaks for itself. Todd and Schon are back with an update on … well, everything going on in the past few weeks.

The title speaks for itself. Todd and Schon are back with an update on … well, everything going on in the past few weeks.

Update on the restoration efforts of East Broad Top Railroad, information about a classic Santa Fe unit in Tooele, Utah, and how to implode a tank car—which is something you should not actually attempt. But it’s still cool.

Update on the restoration efforts of East Broad Top Railroad, information about a classic Santa Fe unit in Tooele, Utah, and how to implode a tank car—which is something you should not actually attempt. But it’s still cool.

Instead of restoring an existing locomotive, The Pennsylvania Railroad is building a new steam locomotive with blueprints from 1956! Plus, Nevada Northern Railroad restored a classic Hy-Rail from that same year! Get your Flux Capacitor ready for this episode that, for some reason, is preoccupied with the year 1956!

Instead of restoring an existing locomotive, The Pennsylvania Railroad is building a new steam locomotive with blueprints from 1956! Plus, Nevada Northern Railroad restored a classic Hy-Rail from that same year! Get your Flux Capacitor ready for this episode that, for some reason, is preoccupied with the year 1956!

Schon went to a model train show in Milwaukee and, of course, found time to go trackside and look for CN trains. Todd discusses his N-scale woes as they exchange holiday gifts, plus an update on Heber Valley Railroad’s latest locomotive acquisition.

Schon went to a model train show in Milwaukee and, of course, found time to go trackside and look for CN trains. Todd discusses his N-scale woes as they exchange holiday gifts, plus an update on Heber Valley Railroad’s latest locomotive acquisition.

With the holidays approaching, perhaps you have a rail fan on your list. We have the latest on what is coming from the top model train manufacturers. Also, if you are just getting into model railroading and are curios, we have information on how to get started. And if you have kids that want trains, we have some pointers on where you should start. Plus, Todd and Schon talk about their favorite trains from their personal collections.

With the holidays approaching, perhaps you have a rail fan on your list. We have the latest on what is coming from the top model train manufacturers. Also, if you are just getting into model railroading and are curios, we have information on how to get started. And if you have kids that want trains, we have some pointers on where you should start. Plus, Todd and Schon talk about their favorite trains from their personal collections.

Union Pacific’s amazing Big Boy returned to Utah, and Todd and Schon were there to … well … geek out when it rolled past. We also have updates on new passenger cars and possibly a classic F7 unit arriving at Heber Valley Railroad. The Boise, Idaho plant where UTA’s Frontrunner locomotives are manufactured is closing! What will happen with Motive Power?

Union Pacific’s amazing Big Boy returned to Utah, and Todd and Schon were there to … well … geek out when it rolled past. We also have updates on new passenger cars and possibly a classic F7 unit arriving at Heber Valley Railroad. The Boise, Idaho plant where UTA’s Frontrunner locomotives are manufactured is closing! What will happen with Motive Power?

Schon Norris took an Amtrak to the California State Railroad Museum and didn’t want to come home! Hear about all the cool stuff they have on display, including a Southern Pacific cab-forward locomotive. Todd Nuke ‘Em is overly excited about a classic Santa Fe yellow-bonnet locomotive that now resides in Tooele!

Schon Norris took an Amtrak to the California State Railroad Museum and didn’t want to come home! Hear about all the cool stuff they have on display, including a Southern Pacific cab-forward locomotive. Todd Nuke ‘Em is overly excited about a classic Santa Fe yellow-bonnet locomotive that now resides in Tooele!

The legendary UP 4014 and 844 have come and gone. This event, along with the Spike 150 events, brought tens of thousands of people to Utah. Todd and Schon discuss the fun they had, plus the unprecedented crowd that accompanied the locomotives on their way out of town. They also talk about future Big Boy excursions and the new Stadler train manufacturing plant in Salt Lake City.

The legendary UP 4014 and 844 have come and gone. This event, along with the Spike 150 events, brought tens of thousands of people to Utah. Todd and Schon discuss the fun they had, plus the unprecedented crowd that accompanied the locomotives on their way out of town. They also talk about future Big Boy excursions and the new Stadler train manufacturing plant in Salt Lake City.

Schon and Todd are on-site at Union Station in Ogden, Utah, for the Spike 150 celebration. We were fortunate enough to interview Union Pacific Heritage Fleet Operations Director Ed Dickens who describes the tremendous work that went into restoring the Big Boy locomotive. We also caught up with our friends from Trains magazine. They talk about their experience riding in the cab of Big Boy, plus the upcoming Big Boy DVD and special issues of Trains magazine. For all things related to the 150th Anniversary of the Golden Spike, go to www.spike150.org.

Schon and Todd are on-site at Union Station in Ogden, Utah, for the Spike 150 celebration. We were fortunate enough to interview Union Pacific Heritage Fleet Operations Director Ed Dickens who describes the tremendous work that went into restoring the Big Boy locomotive. We also caught up with our friends from Trains magazine. They talk about their experience riding in the cab of Big Boy, plus the upcoming Big Boy DVD and special issues of Trains magazine. For all things related to the 150th Anniversary of the Golden Spike, go to www.spike150.org.

We get into some hardcore foaming with our guest Nathan Anderson from Union Pacific. Find out why Union Pacific cares so much about the history of railroading and the work that went into restoring the Big Boy! And find out why Nathan has the best beard for railroading. For all the details about celebrations near you, go to www.spike150.org!

We get into some hardcore foaming with our guest Nathan Anderson from Union Pacific. Find out why Union Pacific cares so much about the history of railroading and the work that went into restoring the Big Boy! And find out why Nathan has the best beard for railroading. For all the details about celebrations near you, go to www.spike150.org!

Senior Public Historian for the State of Utah Brad Westwood joins Todd Nuke ‘Em and Schon Norris to talk about the history of the Transcontinental Railroad and its impact on Utah and the nation! Remember to find the celebrations near you at www.spike150.org!

Senior Public Historian for the State of Utah Brad Westwood joins Todd Nuke ‘Em and Schon Norris to talk about the history of the Transcontinental Railroad and its impact on Utah and the nation! Remember to find the celebrations near you at www.spike150.org!

Todd Nuke ‘Em and Schon Norris are joined by Doug Foxley, the Spike 150 Chair. Did you know that over 150 events are planned to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Golden Spike throughout Utah? Doug has details on all of them, including how you can see THE Golden Spike and other historical items, including a document signed by Abraham Lincoln that will be in Utah for the celebration. There is so much planned for this party that has been in the making for 150 years! You do not want to miss this episode!

Todd Nuke ‘Em and Schon Norris are joined by Doug Foxley, the Spike 150 Chair. Did you know that over 150 events are planned to celebrate the 150th anniversary of the Golden Spike throughout Utah? Doug has details on all of them, including how you can see THE Golden Spike and other historical items, including a document signed by Abraham Lincoln that will be in Utah for the celebration. There is so much planned for this party that has been in the making for 150 years! You do not want to miss this episode!

After 60 years, the glorious Union Pacific Big Boy will be back on the rails in a month! Todd and Schon have the latest on the schedule, events, and even news about an excursion on this historic rail journey. Schon visited a new rail museum, and Todd discovered a new scenic railroad in Oregon that he plans to visit. It’s time to get your choo-choo on!

After 60 years, the glorious Union Pacific Big Boy will be back on the rails in a month! Todd and Schon have the latest on the schedule, events, and even news about an excursion on this historic rail journey. Schon visited a new rail museum, and Todd discovered a new scenic railroad in Oregon that he plans to visit. It’s time to get your choo-choo on!

Trains magazine editor Jim Wrinn and digital editor Steve Sweeney join Todd and Schon for an update on the upcoming festivities surrounding the 150th anniversary of the transcontinental railroad. Find out what to expect when Union Pacific rolls out the Big Boy locomotive!

Trains magazine editor Jim Wrinn and digital editor Steve Sweeney join Todd and Schon for an update on the upcoming festivities surrounding the 150th anniversary of the transcontinental railroad. Find out what to expect when Union Pacific rolls out the Big Boy locomotive!

Todd and Schon are back, talking about UP 4141’s recent visit to Utah, plus updates on UP 4014’s restoration. And Todd found a new scenic railroad to investigate!

Todd and Schon are back, talking about UP 4141’s recent visit to Utah, plus updates on UP 4014’s restoration. And Todd found a new scenic railroad to investigate!

Two former Amtrak locomotives that have been on display at Ogden’s Union Station have left Utah. We’ll tell you about their new home. Plus we talk about our rail-fanning goals for 2019, and Todd raves about his HO-scale Rio Grande tunnel motor!

Two former Amtrak locomotives that have been on display at Ogden’s Union Station have left Utah. We’ll tell you about their new home. Plus we talk about our rail-fanning goals for 2019, and Todd raves about his HO-scale Rio Grande tunnel motor!

Description: We discuss the recent Union Pacific funeral train for George H.W. Bush and the commemorative UP 4141 locomotive, and we get excited for the new HO-scale Taco Bell building!

Description: We discuss the recent Union Pacific funeral train for George H.W. Bush and the commemorative UP 4141 locomotive, and we get excited for the new HO-scale Taco Bell building!

We’re back with a new episode! Todd talks about the sometimes confusing world of trying to find the right DCC and sound locomotive, and his dilemma in tracking down the Athearn Genesis UP 844 of his dreams. Hint: don’t wait to buy when it is a limited run! Schon has updates on the GP’s that Heber Valley Railroad purchased. They are finally in Utah, but not in Heber.

We’re back with a new episode! Todd talks about the sometimes confusing world of trying to find the right DCC and sound locomotive, and his dilemma in tracking down the Athearn Genesis UP 844 of his dreams. Hint: don’t wait to buy when it is a limited run! Schon has updates on the GP’s that Heber Valley Railroad purchased. They are finally in Utah, but not in Heber.

Description: Teddy Wilson, host of the TV series MIGHTY TRAINS, joins Todd and Schon with tales of some of the world’s coolest trains! Teddy gets to go all over the world and give viewers an in-depth experience on these beautiful trains. Hear about some of the coolest experiences from season one of MIGHTY TRAINS, and get a sneak peak at some of what he has in store for season two!

Description: Teddy Wilson, host of the TV series MIGHTY TRAINS, joins Todd and Schon with tales of some of the world’s coolest trains! Teddy gets to go all over the world and give viewers an in-depth experience on these beautiful trains. Hear about some of the coolest experiences from season one of MIGHTY TRAINS, and get a sneak peak at some of what he has in store for season two!

Todd returned to Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad and he tells about his recent visit. Schon updates the fire situation on Union Pacific’s line along Interstate 80, and we talk about a railroad that paints their locomotives in local high school colors!

Todd returned to Oregon Coast Scenic Railroad and he tells about his recent visit. Schon updates the fire situation on Union Pacific’s line along Interstate 80, and we talk about a railroad that paints their locomotives in local high school colors!

On this episode of the Railroad Roll-By Podcast, we talk about the latest Amtrak headlines with their new proposal to run trains on PTC-only lines, and how it could affect the Amtrak network. Then we talk about one of the signature attractions on Amtrak’s California Zephyr, the Moffat Tunnel. All of that and more on this episode of the Railroad Roll-By Podcast!

On this episode of the Railroad Roll-By Podcast, we talk about the latest Amtrak headlines with their new proposal to run trains on PTC-only lines, and how it could affect the Amtrak network. Then we talk about one of the signature attractions on Amtrak’s California Zephyr, the Moffat Tunnel. All of that and more on this episode of the Railroad Roll-By Podcast!

Schon tells all about his epic journey from New Jersey to Utah on Amtrak. Hear about their electric line, the delays, food service, and accommodations. Plus, Schon did a lot of rail fanning along the way.