Podcast appearances and mentions of Tony Cook

It's time once again to find out What's Happening In Model Railroading and joining Model Railroad News editor Tony Cook and Ray Arnott this month is Jim Wiggin, Associate Brand Manager and star of Athearn's Train Tuesdays. Jim tells us that lighting functions are hot right now and shares with us some of the work that goes into adding these sought after details to the Athearn offerings. Later, Tony and Ray discuss products from Roka, Walthers, Athearn, Bluford Shops and more. Learn more about this episode on our website:aroundthelayout.com/155Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/Thank you to our episode sponsor, ScaleSigns.com:https://scalesigns.com/Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models:https://tullymodels.com

If you're a fan of highly detailed and prototypically accurate rolling stock, this show is for you! Model Railroad News' Tony Cook and Ray Arnott talk to owner and founder of Tangent Scale Models David Lehlbach on how Tangent was started and how they've created their own place in the market by providing an incredible offering of HO, N and O scale freight cars. David discusses their unique way of going to market that satisfies all of us looking for instant gratification. Later, Tony and Ray discuss news out of Rapido, Bachmann, Walthers and more.Learn more about this episode on our website:aroundthelayout.com/152Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/Thank you to our episode sponsor, ScaleSigns.com:https://scalesigns.com/Thank you to our episode sponsor, 18Ten Designs:https://www.1810designs.com/

Join FPC executive director Reed Luhtanen as he goes Off the Rails with Tony Cook of FirstBank and Donna Blum of BHMI. The trio discusses the difficulties of payments reconciliation and the ways payments modernization can help streamline that process. They also discuss the recently released paper from the FPC's Operational Considerations Work Group. Find that paper here: https://fasterpaymentscouncil.org/blog/14393/Guideline-02-Operational-Considerations-for-Instant-Payments-Send-Side-Primer

On this month's What's Happening In Model Railroading, Tony and Ray welcome Thomas Garza from ScaleSigns.com to talk all things signs. Thomas talks about his start in sign making in 1995 and how he's picked up where he left off in 2001 when he joined the US Army, and is on a mission to create the most accurate scale signage available. Later, Tony brings us news from Broadway Limited, ScaleTrains, Atlas, Tangent and more.Learn more about today's episode on our website:aroundthelayout.com/146Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models:https://tullymodels.com/

We're a week removed from the excitement that was the Railroad Hobby Show in West Springfield MA and its time to talk about all the news from the SEMA of Model Railroading. Ray talks about his experience from the show, including the amazing ScaleTrains giveaway and shares his takeaways. Tony recaps the exciting announcements from ScaleTrains, Rapido, Kadee, Lionel and more.This episode was recorded live on Facebook and YouTube on January 31, 2025.Learn more about this episode on our website:aroundthelayout.com/144Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/

'Tis the season for twinkling lights, but the ones we're talking about aren't on a Christmas tree. They are the LED's that bring remarkable realism to your layout in the form of lighted vehicles and details from East Coast Circuits. Business Manager Neal Multz from ECC joins Tony and Ray to share the latest from this Rhode Island based company, including their upgrades to fire trucks, pickups, construction barrels and more. Later, Tony tells us about new releases from Bachmann, Rapido Trains, MAC Rail Products and more. Learn more about today's episode on our website:aroundthelayout.com/136Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models:https://tullymodels.com/

*Content Warning: sexual assault, false reporting, rape, religious abuse, cultic abuse, harassment, gun violence, driving under the influence, upsetting themes, false personation, fraud, scams, death of a child (false claim).Sources: MyCase Indiana: https://public.courts.in.gov/Whitfield Analysis Video Interview: Megan Stoner. (2014, February 18). [Video]. https://www.youtube.com/live/oYry8JRhtP4Whitfield Analysis Video Interview Part 2: Megan Stoner. (2014, February 18). [Video]. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3C-NrBKuapoThe Jeff and Alan Show: Interview with Megan Stoner! (2014, March 4). [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vWGY9S-IlSgForensic Foreplay. (2023, May 5). [Video]. Facebook. https://www.facebook.com/ForensicForeplay/videos/939338244180665Elwood woman faces multiple felonies in connection with ongoing rental scheme, by Logan Gay, WTHR.com staff, WTHR News: https://www.wthr.com/article/news/crime/elwood-woman-arrested-for-ongoing-rental-scheme-megan-stoner-fishers-indiana/531-2d3b11fa-5c70-4f05-8ea4-0be0c37cf852 Fishers woman charged in rental fraud; 3 scammed in signing lease for same Home by: Izzy Karpinski, Fox59: https://fox59.com/news/indycrime/fishers-woman-charged-in-rental-fraud-3-scammed-in-signing-lease-for-same-home/ Hamilton County Inmate Records - Stoner, Megan Elizabeth: https://secure2.hamiltoncounty.in.gov/inmates2/Jail/Inmate/Detail/-1282383 Protect the community from ongoing criminal activity by revoking the bond of Megan Stoner, Change.Org Petition: https://www.change.org/p/protect-the-community-from-ongoing-criminal-activity-by-revoking-the-bond-of-megan-stoner Megan Stoner Chronicles, X @ChroniclesMegan: https://x.com/ChroniclesMegan Mike Neal's Tweet regarding Stoner: https://x.com/MikeNealIN/status/1652408476314812423 Chloe Anagnos on X: @ChloeAnagnos https://x.com/ChloeAnagnos/status/1651260809362784261 Elwood teen's involvement in politics spans nearly half her life, by Matt McCutcheon for 13WTHR (Published: April 28, 2016 - Updated: July 21, 2016): https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/elwood-teens-involvement-in-politics-spans-nearly-half-her-life/531-afe62aa1-e251-41ef-9a2b-6119658cbd9b Lawmaker wants to lower the age to run for the General Assembly, By Brandon Barger for TheStatehouseFile.com (Nov 14, 2019 - Updated Oct 1, 2021): https://www.thestatehousefile.com/politics/elections/lawmaker-wants-to-lower-the-age-to-run-for-the-general-assembly/article_31eb550e-9e20-546e-a83d-e3d4f8d3a135.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=email&utm_campaign=user-share Indiana legislator wants to lower age requirement for lawmakers to 18, by Kayla Sullivan for Fox59 (2019): https://fox59.com/news/politics/indiana-legislator-wants-to-lower-age-requirement-for-lawmakers-to-18/amp/ High school student focuses on way to change Indiana constitution, by Christpher Stephens for The Herald-Bulletin (April 6, 2016): https://www.southbendtribune.com/story/news/local/2016/04/06/high-school-student-focuses-on-way-to-change-indiana-constitutio/46629093/ Alleged sexual encounter between Brian Bosma and an intern: What we know, by Ryan Martin, Kaitlin Lange and Tony Cook for the IndyStar (October 10, 2018): https://www.indystar.com/story/news/politics/elections/2018/10/10/brian-bosma-alleged-sexual-encounter-intern-kandy-green-what-we-know/1537453002/ Resources:Free + Confidential Resources + Safety Tips: somethingwaswrong.com/resources Theme Song & Artwork: Thank you to NeonHoney and GIBBANEZ for covering our theme song, Glad Rags's original song U Think U this season. NeonHoney's IG: https://www.instagram.com/neonhoneymusic/ NeonHoney's Website: https://neonhoneymusic.comGibbanez IG: https://www.instagram.com/@gibbanezmusic/ Gibbanez Linktree: https://linktr.ee/gibbanezmusicGlad Rags: https://www.gladragsmusic.com/ The S22 cover art is by the Amazing Sara StewartFollow Something Was Wrong:Website: somethingwaswrong.com IG: instagram.com/somethingwaswrongpodcastTikTok: tiktok.com/@somethingwaswrongpodcast Follow Tiffany Reese:Website: tiffanyreese.me IG: instagram.com/lookieboo See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The holiday season is fast approaching and it's time to get your wish list ready. On this episode of What's Happening In Model Railroading, we talk to Mike and Jeff Zucker from Spring Creek Model Trains to find out what should be in your letter to Santa and discuss how to buy the right train set for the enthusiastic child to keep them engaged. Later, Tony and I talk about new releases from Rapido, InterMountain, Broadway Limited and more.Learn more about this episode on our website:aroundthelayout.com/132Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models:https://steelmillmodelerssupply.com/tully-models/

We all know Rapido Trains for their high quality models, but how about books? On this special What's Happening In Model Railroading, Tony Cook and I sit down with Jason Shron of Rapido Trains to talk books, including the newly released "The Cars of VIA Heritage Fleet Volume 1." Jason shares his passion for VIA passenger cars and tells us how he's become involved with the preservation of Canadian passenger equipment.Learn more about this episode on our website:aroundthelayout.com/130Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/Thank you to our episode sponsor, Tully Models:https://tullymodels.com/

*Content Warning: mature themes, false reporting, sex abuse of a child, sexual abuse, rape, threats of violence, sex trafficking, scams, fraud, emotional abuse, stalking, disability abuse. E2 Sources: Elwood teen's involvement in politics spans nearly half her life, by Matt McCutcheon for 13WTHR (Published: April 28, 2016 - Updated: July 21, 2016): https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/elwood-teens-involvement-in-politics-spans-nearly-half-her-life/531-afe62aa1-e251-41ef-9a2b-6119658cbd9b Lawmaker wants to lower the age to run for the General Assembly, By Brandon Barger for TheStatehouseFile.com (Nov 14, 2019 - Updated Oct 1, 2021): https://www.thestatehousefile.com/politics/elections/lawmaker-wants-to-lower-the-age-to-run-for-the-general-assembly/article_31eb550e-9e20-546e-a83d-e3d4f8d3a135.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=email&utm_campaign=user-share Indiana legislator wants to lower age requirement for lawmakers to 18, by Kayla Sullivan for Fox59 (2019): https://fox59.com/news/politics/indiana-legislator-wants-to-lower-age-requirement-for-lawmakers-to-18/amp/ High school student focuses on way to change Indiana constitution, by Christpher Stephens for The Herald-Bulletin (April 6, 2016): https://www.southbendtribune.com/story/news/local/2016/04/06/high-school-student-focuses-on-way-to-change-indiana-constitutio/46629093/ Alleged sexual encounter between Brian Bosma and an intern: What we know, by Ryan Martin, Kaitlin Lange and Tony Cook for the IndyStar (October 10, 2018): https://www.indystar.com/story/news/politics/elections/2018/10/10/brian-bosma-alleged-sexual-encounter-intern-kandy-green-what-we-know/1537453002/ Resources:Free + Confidential Resources + Safety Tips: somethingwaswrong.com/resources Theme Song & Artwork: Thank you to NeonHoney and GIBBANEZ for covering our theme song, Glad Rags's original song U Think U this season. NeonHoney's IG: https://www.instagram.com/neonhoneymusic/ NeonHoney's Website: https://neonhoneymusic.comGibbanez IG: https://www.instagram.com/@gibbanezmusic/ Gibbanez Linktree: https://linktr.ee/gibbanezmusicGlad Rags: https://www.gladragsmusic.com/ The S22 cover art is by the Amazing Sara StewartFollow Something Was Wrong:Website: somethingwaswrong.com IG: instagram.com/somethingwaswrongpodcastTikTok: tiktok.com/@somethingwaswrongpodcast Follow Tiffany Reese:Website: tiffanyreese.me IG: instagram.com/lookieboo See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Christopher Palomarez from InterMountain Railway Co joined Tony and I from somewhere along the road in Colorado to share the latest on the projects being churned out of Longmont. Chris shares some insight on the process of creating factory weathered cars with pad printing plus updates on some upcoming releases. Later, Tony and Ray discuss news out of Walthers, Rapido, Division Point and more.Learn more about today's episode on our website:aroundthelayout.com/127Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/

More and more, we find out that the folks at these fine model railroad manufactuers are hobbyists just like us, and this episode of What's Happening In Model Railroad is no exception. Jordan Smith joins Tony and Ray to tell a bit about himself, his start in the hobby and how he's worked his way up from working in a hobby shop in Toronto to wearing multiple hats for Rapido Trains. Later in the episode, Tony and Ray discuss new releases from Atlas, Walthers, ScaleTrains and more.Learn more about today's episode on our website:aroundthelayout.com/120Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/

Scaling a company is a lot harder than just getting new business. Tony Cook knows. He was instrumental in Bay Management Group's rise to over 6,000 doors.  Cook joins Andrew Smallwood to talk about his story, his time at Bay, how they won new business, how they developed standing in new markets, and how they managed their rapid growth.  Ready to talk to an RBP expert in your area? Fill out the form on our website https://www.secondnature.com/request-demo Questions or thoughts on the topics we covered? Email us at triplewin@secondnature.com  Join our private Facebook group - only for professional property managers at https://facebook.com/groups/triplewinpropertymanagers Stay up to date on events and resources on our website https://www.secondnature.com/events Follow the Triple Win Property Management podcast by Second Nature and never miss an episode! Season 4 Episode 17 features Tony Cook The Triple Win Property Management podcast is produced and distributed by Second Nature

Scaling a company is a lot harder than just getting new business. Tony Cook knows. He was instrumental in Bay Management Group's rise to over 6,000 doors.  Cook joins Andrew Smallwood to talk about his story, his time at Bay, how they won new business, how they developed standing in new markets, and how they managed their rapid growth.  Ready to talk to an RBP expert in your area? Fill out the form on our website https://www.secondnature.com/request-demo Questions or thoughts on the topics we covered? Email us at triplewin@secondnature.com  Join our private Facebook group - only for professional property managers at https://facebook.com/groups/triplewinpropertymanagers Stay up to date on events and resources on our website https://www.secondnature.com/events Follow the Triple Win Property Management podcast by Second Nature and never miss an episode! Season 4 Episode 17 features Tony Cook The Triple Win Property Management podcast is produced and distributed by Second Nature

The number of deep dive avenues that are available in the model railroading hobby is astounding, and Kevin Tully from TullyModels.com shares his path to 3D printing grain and steel mill super detailing parts. We learn how Kevin got started on this journey and how he can help you make your industries more realistic. Later, Tony and Ray discuss new releases from Athearn, ScaleTrains, Broadway Limited, Bachmann and more.Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/Thank you to our episode sponsor, Home Shops LLC:https://homeshops.net/Learn more about this episode and find links on our website:aroundthelayout.com/116

With so much news to catch up on, it's just Tony and Ray on this episode of What's Happening In Model Railroading as they get you caught up on recent events and talk plans for the St. Louis RPM. They recap the recent Firecrown Media special and Ray shares his experience at the N Scale Show in Bethlehem PA. Later, Tony brings us news from ScaleTrains, Athearn, Bachmann and more.Thank you to our show sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/Learn more about today's episode and get links to all the products discussed:aroundthelayout.com/110

Model Railroader - the "Rolling Stone" of our hobby - the magazine many of us grew up with, inspired us, and the one we dreamed of being on the cover someday. For those reasons and more, we're passionate about the publication and when the news hit that Kalmbach Media was purchased by a new owner, there was concern about the future. On this special episode of What's Happening In Model Railroading, Tony Cook and I talk to Firecrown Media CEO Craig Fuller and learn more about the new home for Model Railroader, Trains and the additional Kalmbach titles. Craig gives us an inside look at Firecrown and their plans to keep these legendary titles going for many years to come.Thank you to our episode sponsor, Oak Hill Model Railroad Track Supply:https://ohrtracksupply.com/Learn more about today's episode on our website:aroundthelayout.com/108

In today's episode, we're diving into how to start a property management business and sharing essential property management business tips for growing a property management business.Join me as Tony Cook from Bay Property Management discusses starting a property management company, how to get property management clients, and how to automate property management.Learn about building a successful property management portfolio, overcoming property management challenges, and implementing effective property management strategies. Don't miss out on these invaluable insights to help you succeed in the property management business!

Who is Prairie Shadows Model Railway Co? Jeff Arnold, Rob Gruber and Brandon Nawrocki join Tony Cook and Ray Arnott to tell us about how Prairie Shadows got its start working with model railroad manufacturers on special projects to breaking out on their own with projects in N and HO scale. The team shares the challenges of creating highly detailed and accurate models and the steps they take to ensure the model matches the prototype. Later, Tony Cook tells us about his big project of late - the HO Collector Annual that Ray found to be a walk down memory lane. Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:www.springcreekmodeltrains.comLearn more about this episode and find direct links on our website:aroundthelayout.com/episodes/105

Midnite Disco saves the day with big boogie grooves and Funkmosphere favorites by Tony Cook, Sylvester, Johnny Kemp, The Pinch and Larry Wu. Plus heavy G-Funk from the inimitable Suga Free, ferocious afro vibes from Nubiyan Twist and Seun Kuti, and a full throttle workout with the Cage & Nona Hendryx. View the full playlist for this show at https://www.wefunkradio.com/show/1208 Enjoying WEFUNK? Listen to all of our mixes at https://www.wefunkradio.com/shows/

45 shows a year - that's an amazing amount of traveling for the folks at Spring Creek Model Trains, who found some time in their busy schedules to join Tony Cook and I on this month's What's Happening In Model Railroading episode. Brothers Mike and Jeff Zucker share what it's like to move the big show around and how, over the last 24 years, have grown their business in a town of less than 800 people into a destination hobby shop. Later, Tony brings us the latest from Rapido, Walthers, Sylvan, Athearn and more.Check out Spring Creek Model Trains website:https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/Links to all products mentioned on this episode can be found at: aroundthelayout.com/episodes/100Subscribe to Model Railroad News and keep up with all that's happening in model railroading:https://modelrailroadnews.com/Take a trip through model railroad history on Tony's Model Train Resource:https://modeltrainresource.com/Ask Tony your question for next month's What's Happening In Model Railroading Show:https://www.aroundthelayout.com/asktonySupport the podcast and get yourself signed up for free giveaways by becoming a member of the ATLP Operating Crew!patreon.com/AroundTheLayoutPodcastCheck out our website: www.aroundthelayout.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aroundthelayoutSend us an email: aroundthelayout@gmail.com

‘Bad Bars' investigation  The IndyStar investigative team's dive into violence and other issues at Indianapolis bars started in fall 2022.  Journalists Ryan Martin and Tony Cook uncovered more than 600 reports of violent acts tied to Indianapolis bars since 2016, including homicides and gun violence. Their investigation revealed lax oversight and a decline in enforcement of underage alcohol rules. The reporting led to bars being shut down, calls from the community for more oversight, and an increase in funding for an understaffed Indiana Alcohol and Tobacco Commission.   WFYI's School accountability of student seclusion and restraint   And Governor Eric Holcomb signed a new law this legislative session that blocks schools from temporarily removing a student from instruction except as a last resort.  The Commission on Seclusion and Restraint also has to meet twice a year now, rather than once.  These changes, among others came after reporting done by WFYI's Lee Gaines. Her work, based on public records, school logs, audio records of state meetings, and parent interviews– found that some schools do not accurately report incidents of restraint and seclusion to the state. The DOE is also required to conduct an annual audit of seclusion and restraint data reported to the agency by school districts, according to a rule that took effect in 2018. But the department has no record of an audit ever being done for the year before 2023, according to a spokesperson for the agency. The IDOE began conducting audits following inquiries from WFYI. This week on Noon Edition, our hosts will talk about local news reporting focused on these two stories, which had policy impacts in Indiana.  You can follow us on X @WFIUWTIUNews or join us on the air by calling 812-855-0811 or toll-free at 1-877-285-9348. You can also send questions for the show to news@indianapublicmedia.org.GuestsLee Gaines, WFYI Investigative reporter, 2023 SPJ journalist of the year Tony Cook, IndyStar Investigative Reporter, SPJ story of the year Gerry Lanosga, The IU Media School Director of Journalism and Associate Professor

Stephen Priest is our guest on this month's What's Happening In Model Railroading and we get to hear about Class One Model Works and the process behind creating the highly detailed and prototype accurate models they produce. Stephen gives us some insight into the selection process for these projects and hints at some upcoming announcements. Later, Tony and Ray talk about news from Rapido, Walthers, Smokebox Graphics and more.Check out all the offerings from Class One Model Works on their website:https://classonemodelworks.com/Be sure to check out Ray's interview on TSG Multimedia's Live Talking Trains:https://www.youtube.com/live/NXezMjU0p18?si=0cUDFy4oPEzFgxIGIf you're in the Northeast US, catch the ScaleTrains Road Trip event near you!https://www.scaletrains.com/roadtripAsk Tony your question for next month's What's Happening In Model Railroading Show:https://www.aroundthelayout.com/asktonyTake a trip through model railroad history on Tony's Model Train Resource:https://modeltrainresource.com/Subscribe to Model Railroad News and keep up with all that's happening in model railroading:https://modelrailroadnews.com/Support the podcast and get yourself signed up for free giveaways by becoming a member of the ATLP Operating Crew!patreon.com/AroundTheLayoutPodcastCheck out our website: www.aroundthelayout.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aroundthelayoutSend us an email: aroundthelayout@gmail.com

Tony shares that he wanted to buy rentals for 5 - 7 years, but fear and his relationship with money held him back.Tony finally bought his first rental two years ago, and today his portfolio consists of 9 rentals.On this episode, we talk about how Tony found his first deal, we also take a look at his numbers (including the rent, his mortgage payment, and other expenses) and figure out how much money Tony sets aside for emergencies for each property.We also talk about how Tony has used hard money and blanket mortgages to finance his portfolio.https://rentalincomepodcast.com/episode462Thanks to our sponsors:The GuarantorsRidge Landing Group

It's been way too long since we've heard Christopher Palmieri on Around The Layout, and with all the projects he's been working on at Home Shops, it was high time we got him on What's Happening In Model Railroading to get us up to speed. Tony Cook and Ray Arnott learn about his project selection process, what goes into creating a great freelance model railroad logo, and how Home Shops is expanding beyond freight cars with a locomotive project honoring a legendary freelance railroad that's inspired so many. Later, Tony brings us the latest news from Rapido, Jacksonville Terminal Company, Walthers, South Platte Press, Funaro & Camerlengo and Broadway Limted, and Ray finally brings something to the table with news from AA Hobbies in Warwick, Rhode Island.Check out all the great offerings from Home Shops:https://homeshops.net/Ask Tony your question for next month's What's Happening In Model Railroading Show:https://www.aroundthelayout.com/asktonySubscribe to Model Railroad News and keep up with all that's happening in model railroading:https://modelrailroadnews.com/Take a trip through model railroad history on Tony's Model Train Resource:https://modeltrainresource.com/Support the podcast and get yourself signed up for free giveaways by becoming a member of the ATLP Operating Crew!patreon.com/AroundTheLayoutPodcastCheck out our website: www.aroundthelayout.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aroundthelayoutSend us an email: aroundthelayout@gmail.com

Just a few weeks removed from the Amherst Railway Society's Railroad Hobby Show, Broadway Limited's Curtis Koch stops by to tell us about the exciting announcements and releases from BLI, including the new Conductors Club, GP35's, die-cast diesels and a device you can use not only in the layout room, but throughout your home and garage too. Later, Tony brings us the industry news from ScaleTrains, Atlas, Walthers, Rapido, Kato, Home Shops LLC and more.Learn more about Broadway Limited and sign up for the Conductors Club:https://broadway-limited.com/Subscribe to Model Railroad News and keep up with all that's happening in model railroading:https://modelrailroadnews.com/Take a trip through model railroad history on Tony's Model Train Resource:https://modeltrainresource.com/Ask Tony your question for next month's What's Happening In Model Railroading Show:https://www.aroundthelayout.com/asktonySubscribe to the Model Train Resource YouTube channel:https://www.youtube.com/@ModelTrainResourceSupport the podcast and get yourself signed up for free giveaways by becoming a member of the ATLP Operating Crew!patreon.com/AroundTheLayoutPodcastCheck out our website: www.aroundthelayout.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aroundthelayoutSend us an email: aroundthelayout@gmail.com

Shane Wilson, President of ScaleTrains, returns to Around The Layout Podcast to talk about the latest somewhat controversial announcement of the new Hypotypical line. Shane clears up some concerns and shares with us the benefits of adding a new line and how it positively impacts their ability to produce additional offerings. Later, Tony and I discuss more news pouring in from Broadway Limited, Bachmann, Lionel, Marklin and more. Check out all of the offerings from ScaleTrains on their website:https://www.scaletrains.com/Subscribe to Model Railroad News and keep up with all that's happening in model railroading:https://modelrailroadnews.com/Take a trip through model railroad history on Tony's Model Train Resource:https://modeltrainresource.com/Ask Tony your question for next month's What's Happening In Model Railroading Show:https://www.aroundthelayout.com/asktonySupport the podcast and get yourself signed up for free giveaways by becoming a member of the ATLP Operating Crew!patreon.com/AroundTheLayoutPodcastCheck out our website: www.aroundthelayout.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aroundthelayoutSend us an email: aroundthelayout@gmail.com

With only a few days left before Christmas, Tony Cook and I thought it would be a good idea to check in with Ken Bianco Jr at Trainworld and Trainland. Ken tells us about the items flying off the shelves this holiday season and shares the joy he gets from introducing new folks to the hobby. Later, Tony tells us about new releases from Bachmann, Kadee, Tangent, Rapido and many more. Get your last minute Christmas shopping done today:https://www.trainworld.com/Subscribe to Model Railorad News and keep up with all that's happening in model railroading:https://modelrailroadnews.com/Take a trip through model railroad history on Tony's Model Train Resource:https://modeltrainresource.com/Ask Tony your question for next month's What's Happening In Model Railroading Show:https://www.aroundthelayout.com/asktonySupport the podcast and get yourself signed up for free giveaways by becoming a member of the ATLP Operating Crew!patreon.com/AroundTheLayoutPodcastCheck out our website: www.aroundthelayout.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aroundthelayoutSend us an email: aroundthelayout@gmail.com

Imagine a blue-collar kid, armed with only ambition and an accounting degree, transforming a small-scale venture into a thriving property management company. That's Tony Cook for you, he runs the Bay Property Management Group, who with his grit, hard-won wisdom, and smart marketing strategies, carved a name for himself in the competitive world of property management.Join us as Tony provides a comprehensive understanding of the role of virtual assistants, the significance of thorough training, and the challenges of property maintenance. Soaring to New HealthWe're talking Medicare Stars– what it is, why it's important, challenges & strategies. Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify

The growth of technology in model railroading has brought a whole new level to the hobby. On this episode, Tony Cook brings along Chuck Stancil of Logic Rail Technologies to tell us about the amazing products he has created that bring life to layouts. Chuck tells us how his products can help add theatrics to your layout and reveals a new product that will provide amazing lighting effects in a number of ways. Later, Tony tells us about the latest releases from Rapido, Intermountain, Walthers, Sylvan, and many more, then we debut the new "Ask Tony" segment with questions about Tony's top 3 locomotives and C30-7A locomotives.Bring your layout to life with Logic Rail Technologies products!https://www.logicrailtech.com/Subscribe to Model Railorad News and keep up with all that's happening in model railroading:https://modelrailroadnews.com/Take a trip through model railroad history on Tony's Model Train Resource:https://modeltrainresource.com/Ask Tony your question for next month's What's Happening In Model Railroading Show:https://www.aroundthelayout.com/asktonySupport the podcast and get yourself signed up for free giveaways by becoming a member of the ATLP Operating Crew!patreon.com/AroundTheLayoutPodcastCheck out our website: www.aroundthelayout.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aroundthelayoutSend us an email: aroundthelayout@gmail.com

#TSGLive  #TalkingTrains #tsgmultimedia  #podcastingWe had a special Talking Trains episode this past week all about podcasting and how we can support each other in the podcasting space. It was such a great discussion, I wanted to share the audio from it here as well. It will make for great listening in the car or wherever you listen to your podcasts!In this episode of Talking Trains, John will be joined by a special guest co-host as well as some other podcasters for a talk about railroad-related podcasts and ways we can support each other.Tony Cook's Model Train Resource (MTR) home page: https://modeltrainresource.com/Use the promo code "TSG10" to get 40% off the newsstand price at: https://shop.whiteriverproductions.com/*Note: the prices on White River's site are already discounted, so 40% off won't be on the already discounted price, but on the price that's printed on the cover of the publication(s) being ordered.Around The Layout Podcast: https://www.aroundthelayout.com/podcastsSecond Section Podcast: https://secondsectionpodcast.com/The Crossing Gate Podcast: https://tcdnmra.org/podcast/Of course we will also be talking about other topics. We always do!Here are some of the ways you can support the content you love:https://www.patreon.com/TSGMultimediahttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/tsgmultimediahttps://www.tsgmultimedia.com/shophttps://tsg-multimedia-swag.creator-spring.com/Please share: If you enjoy this content, please hit the "like" button and share it with your friends on social media!You can join TSG Multimedia on these other social media channels:FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/tsgmultimediafaceInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tsg_multimedia/Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/TSGMultimedia©2023 TSG Multimedia. All Rights Reserved.

On Wednesday, November 15, 2023, I appeared as a guest on TSG Multimedia's Talking Trains with hosts John Abatecola and Tony Cook. The topic was model railroad podcasts and I was joined by good friends Andy Dorsch from Second Section Podcast and Thomas Gasior of the Twin Cities Division Crossing Gate Podcast. I had such a blast talking about Around The Layout and how all of our podcasts compliment each other, and John has given me permission to share the audio from the show with the ATLP audience. Please see the original show notes from TSG Multimedia below, and a special thanks to John Abatecola for hosting this show and allowing us to share here on our channel.******We had a special Talking Trains episode this past week all about podcasting and how we can support each other in the podcasting space. It was such a great discussion, I wanted to share the audio from it here as well. It will make for great listening in the car or wherever you listen to your podcasts!In this episode of Talking Trains, John will be joined by a special guest co-host as well as some other podcasters for a talk about railroad-related podcasts and ways we can support each other.Tony Cook's Model Train Resource (MTR) home page: https://modeltrainresource.com/Use the promo code "TSG10" to get 40% off the newsstand price at: https://shop.whiteriverproductions.com/*Note: the prices on White River's site are already discounted, so 40% off won't be on the already discounted price, but on the price that's printed on the cover of the publication(s) being ordered.Around The Layout Podcast: https://www.aroundthelayout.com/podcastsSecond Section Podcast: https://secondsectionpodcast.com/The Crossing Gate Podcast: https://tcdnmra.org/podcast/Of course we will also be talking about other topics. We always do!Here are some of the ways you can support the content you love:https://www.patreon.com/TSGMultimediahttps://www.paypal.com/paypalme/tsgmultimediahttps://www.tsgmultimedia.com/shophttps://tsg-multimedia-swag.creator-spring.com/Please share: If you enjoy this content, please hit the "like" button and share it with your friends on social media!You can join TSG Multimedia on these other social media channels:FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/tsgmultimediafaceInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tsg_multimedia/Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/TSGMultimedia©2023 TSG Multimedia. All Rights Reserved.

On this edition of What's Happening In Model Railroading, we step into the 1:220 world as Ztrack Magazine's Rob Kluz tells us all about Z scale. Rob shares how military modeling started his near 40 year journey in the hobby as a publisher and distributor, and how, in that time, Z scale has made amazing advancements in detail, capabilities, and availability. Ray and Tony also talk about exciting announcements from Tangent, Athearn, Bluford Shops, Rivarossi, Rapido, Viessmann, and Ray's recent purchase from HomeShops LLC. Check out Ztrack Magazine for more on the exciting world of Z scale railroading:https://www.ztrack.com/Subscribe to Model Railroad News and keep up with all that's happening in model railroading:https://modelrailroadnews.com/Take a trip through model railroad history on Tony's Model Train Resource:https://modeltrainresource.com/Support the podcast and get yourself signed up for free giveaways by becoming a member of the ATLP Operating Crew!patreon.com/AroundTheLayoutPodcastCheck out our website: www.aroundthelayout.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aroundthelayoutSend us an email: aroundthelayout@gmail.com

One of the big announcements following the NMRA National Convention in Texas was the hiring of Lucy Dormont as the new Social Media Director for the National Model Railroad Association. With this breaking news, it was time for a special What's Happening In Model Railroading episode with Tony Cook, Editor of Model Railroad News, to get to know Lucy and find out what she has planned to help grow the NMRA. What we quickly learned is that the national organization has found itself a go-getter who isn't afraid to stick their neck out, ask the questions, and put in the work to achieve goals.Find out more about the benefits of being a member of the NMRA:https://www.nmra.org/Take a trip through model railroad history on Tony's Model Train Resource:https://modeltrainresource.com/Subscribe to Model Railorad News and keep up with all that's happening in model railroading:https://modelrailroadnews.com/Support the podcast and get yourself signed up for free giveaways by becoming a member of the ATLP Operating Crew!patreon.com/AroundTheLayoutPodcastCheck out our website: www.aroundthelayout.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aroundthelayoutSend us an email: aroundthelayout@gmail.comThank you to our show sponsor, Weather My Trains:https://weathermytrains.com/

Another month has passed and it's time to find out What's Happening in Model Railroading with the Editor of Model Railroad News, Tony Cook. Tony brings along Jason Hill of Owl Mountain Models and we learn how his business of producing lumber loads and much more began. Later, a bit of role reversal as Ray tells Tony about his experience at the NMRA National Convention and the National Train Show. Check out all of what Owl Mountain Models has to offer on their website:https://www.owlmtmodels.com/Subscribe to Model Railroad News and keep up with all that's happening in model railroading:https://modelrailroadnews.com/Take a trip through model railroad history on Tony's Model Train Resource:https://modeltrainresource.com/Support the podcast and get yourself signed up for free giveaways by becoming a member of the ATLP Operating Crew!patreon.com/AroundTheLayoutPodcastCheck out our website: www.aroundthelayout.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aroundthelayoutSend us an email: aroundthelayout@gmail.com

If you've ever been to the Railroad Hobby Show in West Springfield, Massachusetts, there's a good chance you've seen Ron's Books and their massive collection of new and used books and DVD's. Now, as they enter into the realm of publishing, it was a great time to have Lee Rosenberg on the show to tell us about the history of the company and what their future plans are. Lee shares how his father, Ron, built the business starting from a single book and a desire to use it to fund his model railroading hobby, leading to today's inventory of over 10,000 books. Later on, Tony and Ray talk about the latest hobby news from Athearn, Tangent, Walthers, Broadway Limited just to name a few plus Tony tells Ray about a new railroad board game he's been playing and a new book from Mike Schafer. If you're looking for that hard to find book, Ron's Books is the place to go! https://www.ronsbooks.com/Subscribe to Model Railorad News and keep up with all that's happening in model railroading:https://modelrailroadnews.com/Take a trip through model railroad history on Tony's Model Train Resource:https://modeltrainresource.com/Support the podcast and get yourself signed up for free giveaways by becoming a member of the ATLP Operating Crew!patreon.com/AroundTheLayoutPodcastCheck out our website: www.aroundthelayout.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aroundthelayoutSend us an email: aroundthelayout@gmail.com

It's like Scott Thornton had just left the ATLP studio after joining Lonnie Bathurst to talk about the St. Louis RPM, and now he's back to talk to Tony Cook and Ray Arnott about Scenic & Weathering Techniques; the book he's edited and compiled as the first entry in the new Railroad Model Craftsman's Master Craftsman Series. Scott shares with us what went into creating this collaboration from of some of the best modelers on the planet and how the information shared can inspire you to take your modeling to the next level. Later, Tony tells us some of the latest news in the hobby, including announcements from ScaleTrains, Intermountain, Kato and more. Purchase Scenic & Weathering Techniques here:https://shop.whiteriverproductions.com/products/swts?_pos=1&_sid=796758b3c&_ss=rSubscribe to Model Railroad News and keep up with all that's happening in model railroading:https://modelrailroadnews.com/Take a trip through model railroad history on Tony's Model Train Resource:https://modeltrainresource.com/Support the podcast and get yourself signed up for free giveaways by becoming a member of the ATLP Operating Crew!patreon.com/AroundTheLayoutPodcastCheck out our website: www.aroundthelayout.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aroundthelayoutSend us an email: aroundthelayout@gmail.com

It's the acquisition that everyone's been talking about. No, not Canadian Pacific and Kansas City Southern and, no, not CSX / Pan-Am. It's ExactRail becoming a part of the ever growing ScaleTrains family and this is so big that we had to get the head of ScaleTrains, Shane Wilson, to tell us all about it. We learn how this deal came about and what it means for both brands. We also get an exclusive about yet another ScaleTrains acquisition you probably didn't hear about until now. Shane shares his summer travel plans as part of this year's ScaleTrains Road Trip, including a stop at the Texas Express 2023 NMRA National Convention for the National Train Show where we can bet on some big announcements that will keep Tony busy with Model Railroad News.Check out ScaleTrains growing offering!www.ScaleTrains.comKeep up with all the model railroad happenings by subscribing to Model Railroad News:https://modelrailroadnews.com/Check out our website: www.aroundthelayout.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aroundthelayoutSend us an email: aroundthelayout@gmail.com

It's that time again - Tony Cook's got a 50' hi-cube load of news from the model railroading world to share with us, including a recent acquisition that's getting more news coverage than CPKC and CSX/Pan Am combined, but first we talk to Curtis Koch, Director of Marketing and Social Media at Broadway Limited. Curtis tells us about their revamped website and a bunch of new releases in HO and N scale. Curtis also shares the path that led him to Broadway Limited and gives us a glance into the world of social media promotions.Broadway Limited has the social media gamut covered!Website: https://broadway-limited.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BroadwayLimitedTwitter: https://twitter.com/blitrains?lang=enInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/broadwaylimited/?hl=enTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@broadwaylimitedimportsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@BroadwayLtdTrains/videosCheck out our website: www.aroundthelayout.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aroundthelayoutSend us an email: aroundthelayout@gmail.comThank you to our show sponsor, Weather My Trains:https://weathermytrains.com/

On this month's What's Happening In Model Railroading, Editior of Model Railroad News' Tony Cook and I get the opportunity to talk to Matt Stern, Communications Manager at Bachmann Trains. Matt tells us about his role at Bachmann and shares some of the latest product releases. Later on, Tony brings us the latest product releases from around the hobby, including one that lets Ray show off some of his "space nerd" knowledge. Tony announces the winner of April's Model Train Resource giveaway and tells the listeners how they can win again in May. Check out the latest offerings from Bachmann Trains:https://www.bachmanntrains.com/home-usa/Subscribe to Model Railroad News:https://modelrailroadnews.com/Register for Tony's Model Train Resource:https://modeltrainresource.com/Check out our website: www.aroundthelayout.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aroundthelayoutSend us an email: aroundthelayout@gmail.com

On this month's What's Happening In Model Railroading, Editor of Model Railroad News' Tony Cook returns to bring us the latest announcements in the hobby. One of the leading announcements is the completely revamped Athearn website and Jim Wiggin, Associate Brand Manager from Athearn stops by to tell us all about it. Later, Tony and Ray talk about annoucements from Athearn, Rapido, Jacksonville Terminal Company, Tangent and Home Shops.During the show, Tony Cook announces the launch of his website, Model Train Resource. In conjuction with the exciting launch, there's a giveaway that includes MTR stickers and the chance to win a swag bag with a HO scale NSC 6400 scrap gondola from Otter Valley Railroad! Listen close to learn how you can win them both!Stay up to date with all the industry news - subscribe today to Model Railroad News:https://modelrailroadnews.com/Check out Tony's Model Train Resource and take a trip back to the model railroad past:https://modeltrainresource.com/Check out our website: www.aroundthelayout.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aroundthelayoutSend us an email: aroundthelayout@gmail.com

This is the audio from the live Facebook and YouTube event on April 16, 2023. On this special we announced:Around The Layout is now a weekly show! Tony Cook returns to What's Happening In Model Railroading with a regular monthly schedule and a new format.The launch of the Around The Layout Operators Group. Show your support for the podcast by becoming a member at patreon.com/AroundTheLayoutPodcast

Tony Cook of GuidePoint Security knows a lot about threat intelligence and incident response. But he's also used these skills while working in ransomware negotiation! Cook has handled negotiations for all the big threat groups — REvil, Lockbit, Darkside, Conti and more — and he told me about what a ransomware negotiator can realistically accomplish, which threat groups are on the rise, and why negotiating with amateurs is sometimes worse and harder than dealing with elite cybercriminals.  – Get your FREE cybersecurity training resources: https://www.infosecinstitute.com/free– View Cyber Work Podcast transcripts and additional episodes: https://www.infosecinstitute.com/podcast0:00 - Ransomware negotiating 2:42 - How Tony Cook got into cybersecurity4:00 - Cook's work at GuidePoint 9:31 - Life as a ransomware negotiator 11:41 - Ransomware negotiation in 202213:52 - Stages of a successful ransomware negotiation 15:23 - How does ransomware negotiation work?19:11 - The difference between threat-acting groups20:43 - Bad ransomware negotiating22:43 - Ransomware negotiator support staff25:21 - Ransomware research26:26 - Is cyber insurance worth it? 29:14 - How do I become a ransomware negotiator? 32:25 - Soft skills for a ransomware negotiator33:46 - Threat research and intelligence work37:45 - Learn more about Cook and GuidePoint38:17 - OutroAbout InfosecInfosec believes knowledge is power when fighting cybercrime. We help IT and security professionals advance their careers with skills development and certifications while empowering all employees with security awareness and privacy training to stay cyber-safe at work and home. It's our mission to equip all organizations and individuals with the know-how and confidence to outsmart cybercrime. Learn more at infosecinstitute.com.

Do personality and gift assessments help us love our neighbor and communities better? Rev. Dr. Tony Cook put together a guide to help Christians discern their tangible gifts and how to utilitize those gifts for the glory of God. Take the free quiz to learn your gifts at www.everygift.org.

There wasn't a What's Happening in Model Railroading episode in September, so we needed the right guy to get us back on the rails, and that guy is none other than the editor of Model Railroad News, Tony Cook. Tony's notebook was full of what seems to be a flood of new product releases and he highlights quite a few, including offerings from Rapido, Walthers, Diecast Masters, Broadway Limited, ExactRail and much more. Subscribe to Model Railroad News and get all the latest happenings in the hobby delivered to your mailbox or inbox: https://shop.whiteriverproductions.com/products/mrn?variant=1203671940Check out our website: www.aroundthelayout.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aroundthelayoutSend us an email: aroundthelayout@gmail.com

On our first “What's Happening in Model Railroading” show, we catch up with a very busy Tony Cook, Editor of Model Railroad News. Tony tells us about some of the exciting product announcements at the St. Louis Railroad Prototype Modelers Meet and the National Train Show at the Gateway 2022 NMRA National Convention. Ray and Tony also talk about the explosion of “cottage industry” manufacturers and the positive impact they are having on the hobby. Subscribe to Model Railroad News: https://modelrailroadnews.com/Check out our website: www.aroundthelayout.comFollow us on Facebook: facebook.com/aroundthelayoutSend us an email: aroundthelayout@gmail.com

You've all seen the recent first images from the James Webb Space Telescope. Now join This Week in Space to learn more about these spectacular photos from former Chief Astronomical Observer at the Griffith Observatory, Tony Cook! We'll slice and dice each image as we dive deep into what made them special, and talk about what's coming in the summer night sky. Host: Rod Pyle Guest: Anthony Cook Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-space. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: Melissa.com/twit

You've all seen the recent first images from the James Webb Space Telescope. Now join This Week in Space to learn more about these spectacular photos from former Chief Astronomical Observer at the Griffith Observatory, Tony Cook! We'll slice and dice each image as we dive deep into what made them special, and talk about what's coming in the summer night sky. Host: Rod Pyle Guest: Anthony Cook Download or subscribe to this show at https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-space. Get episodes ad-free with Club TWiT at https://twit.tv/clubtwit Sponsor: Melissa.com/twit

Black Hat: Perspectives on ransomware, cyber hygiene, and and the Industry Avengers._______________________GuestsTony CookOn Twitter