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StackTalk

Rail Brothers

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Frequency: 1 episode/57d. Total Eps: 19

The podcast about "big trains, small trains, old trains, new trains and everything in-between". Join the Railbrothers, a pair of videographers and photographers with a passion for trains, explore the world of trains. Here they talk about the hobby of model railroading, railroad photography, railway preservation, as well as transit and current railroad news.

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🇨🇦 Canada - Hobbies
21/05/2026
#86
🇨🇦 Canada - Hobbies
20/05/2026
#57
🇨🇦 Canada - Hobbies
19/05/2026
#33

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Season 3 : Episode 4 Railfan Update

Season 3 · Episode 4

Sunday, April 19, 2026 • Duration 01:26:40

Billy and Dan return with a railfan update episode of StackTalk, covering a busy stretch of news across the hobby.

The episode focuses on a major summer of steam, including Big Boy’s national tour and a number of other high-profile excursions. Along the way, they talk about the realities of chasing, planning, and missing out, and whether this moment represents a high point for mainline steam activity.

They also discuss Amtrak’s shifting equipment strategy, infrastructure upgrades like the Portal Bridge, and broader changes affecting passenger rail and preservation. The conversation touches on the growing move from coal to oil-fired steam and what that signals for the future.

A mix of current events, context, and railfan perspective.

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Season 3 : Episode 3 "Funnel Talk" Ships and Ocean Liners

Season 3 · Episode 3

Wednesday, April 1, 2026 • Duration 01:56:21

For April Fools, StackTalk becomes Funnel Talk.

Billy and Dan (now the “Keel Brothers”) talk about ships: why they like them, where that interest comes from, and how it traces back through family history tied to shipbuilding in Scotland. The conversation moves between ocean liners like the RMS Queen Mary, naval history, and the technical side of how ships are measured and understood.

It’s a loose, slightly absurd detour from the usual train-focused format, but not as far off as it might seem.

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Season 3 Ep. 2 The Union Station March Madness Selection Show

Season 3 · Episode 2

Monday, February 23, 2026 • Duration 01:53:42

Which North American Union Station reigns supreme? Join Billy and Dan (The Railbrothers) as they whittle down a massive list of over 180 stations to the "Final 32" for our upcoming bracket tournament! From architectural icons to hidden regional gems, we're ranking them on history, train volume, and—most importantly—pure vibes.

In This Episode:

The "Union" Definition: Dan breaks down why these collaborative hubs were unique to North America and the era when they dominated the landscape.
The Ranking Criteria: We balance the objective (trains per day, survival status) with the "vibes" (architectural beauty and... the presence of rats in the gift shop).
The Tournament Reveal: We start the countdown with heavy hitters like Toronto Union and several regional favorites.

Cast Your Vote!The tournament begins March 1st! Follow us on Instagram and Facebook to vote in the daily polls and help crown the champion.

#Railbrothers #Stacktalk #UnionStation #MarchMadness #TrainHistory #Architecture #Railfans

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Season 3 Episode 1: The Amherst Show (Railway Hobby Show)

Season 3 · Episode 1

Sunday, February 1, 2026 • Duration 01:05:16

Billy and Dan recap their first visit to the Amherst Railway Hobby Show on this episode of the StackTalk podcast.

They discuss the logistics of the trip, exhibiting T-Trak modules with the Upload Express Modelers, and walking through one of the largest collections of operating model layouts in North America. Along the way, they talk about what distinguishes Amherst from smaller regional shows and why its value lies more in conversation and connection than in purchases.

StackTalk is a podcast about railroading, modeling, and the spaces where hobby, craft, and community overlap.

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Season 2 Episode 10 : Railfan News

Season 2 · Episode 10

Monday, November 10, 2025 • Duration 01:10:30

The Railbrothers break down the latest in U.S. rail: Amtrak’s new Acela II, the Portal Bridge rebuild, Gulf Coast service updates, SEPTA’s funding troubles, and their continuing bad luck chasing steam. News, analysis, and plenty of railfan humor—all in one episode!

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Season 2 Episode 9 : Part 2 — Operations on Model Layouts

Season 2 · Episode 9

Wednesday, October 15, 2025 • Duration 01:24:50

We’re teaming up once again with the Model Train People podcast for Part 2 of our special collaboration on model railroad layouts!

In Part 1 (over on Model Train People), we explored the railfanning side — scenery, presentation, and capturing great shots.

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In this episode, we’re taking things a step further with operations — how to make your layout run like a real railroad. From switchlists and yard jobs to dispatching, locals, and hotshot freights, we talk about what makes a great operating session and how to balance realism, fun, and flow.

If you’ve ever wanted to bring purpose and personality to your trains, this one’s for you.

🎧 Check out Part 1 on Model Train People to complete the series!

#ModelRailroading #TrainPodcast #Operations #StackTalk #ModelTrainPeople

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Season 2 Episode 8 :The Different Kinds of Railfans | Trainspotting & Railfanning Hobbies Explained

Season 7 · Episode 8

Sunday, September 7, 2025 • Duration 01:14:14

Join Bill, the photo brother, and Dan, the video brother, on this episode of Stack Talk as they dive deep into the diverse world of railfans! Whether you're a train enthusiast or just curious, you'll discover the many "flavors" of railfanning that go beyond just watching trains. In this episode, we discuss:The Documenters: From serious photographers and videographers who capture trains for posterity, to dedicated trainspotters who log every detail. The Riders: People who prioritize the experience of riding trains, seeking out special "rare mileage" trips on unique routes. The Historians & Collectors: Those who study railroad history, search for remnants of old rail lines, and collect memorabilia. The Modelers: Fans who recreate the world of trains in miniature. The "Lazy Boys": The joy of simply sitting and watching trains go by. We also talk about the gear we use, the unspoken rules of a photo line, and some of our own experiences in the hobby. Leave a comment and let us know: What kind of railfan are you?

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Stacktalk with the Railbrothers S2 Ep 7 Updates on our Train Layouts

Season 2 · Episode 6

Wednesday, July 23, 2025 • Duration 01:28:55

In this episode, the Video Brother (Dan) and the Photo Brother (Bill) discuss their current model railroad layouts they are working on. Dan shares his progress on his "Spaghetti & Western" layout, which is a big spaghetti bowl of N scale Kato Unitrack that will roughly simulate something like the NEC, involving 3-4 levels of track. Bill shares his version of the classic "Inglenook Shunting Puzzle" (aka a switching puzzle for us yanks), which is designed to be a small, simple layout that can easily be transported and is being built on a door! The brothers couldn't be working on more opposite train layouts!

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#11 : Train Nicknames

Tuesday, May 6, 2025 • Duration 01:13:07

On this episode of Stacktalk with the Railbrothers, Bill and Dan discuss the different nicknames that railfans and crews have given to different railroad engines. Locomotives discussed are the HHP-8 (Hippo), AEM-7 (Toaster), Geeps, and more! Of course, it's hard to stay on track, so the conversation wanders from there!

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#10 : NOLA and Northern

Season 2 · Episode 5

Thursday, April 3, 2025 • Duration 01:09:30

The Video Brother and Photo Brother are back with a special trip report episode! 🎙️ This time, we’re covering two unique rail adventures—one through the lively streets of New Orleans and another aboard a luxury northern rail experience. From classic trains to unexpected discoveries, we break down the highlights, mishaps, and best moments from the journey! 🛤️ Timestamps:New Orleans Streetcars: Reading & Northern Railroad: 👕 Check out our merch: https://www.etsy.com/shop/Railbrothers👍 Don't forget to like, subscribe, and share! What are your favorite rail travel experiences? Let us know in the comments!

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