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In this episode of Notch 6, Skip Natoli stops by to chat with us about his custom built New York City layout. We touch on everything from the Lionel Super O showroom layout, to New York Central history, and the magic of New York City at Christmas. Plus, we conclude the show with an annual tradition. It's another do not miss episode of Notch 6!
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Thanks Mike... If you'd like order a copy of The Madison Hardware Story please visit us at www.madisonposter.com
Direct download: Notch6Episode90.mp3
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In this episode of Notch 6, Andy Edelman from MTH Electric Trains joins us to break down everything new in the MTH 2017 Volume I catalog. It's a great episode filled with details that you won't find in the catalog! Make sure to check out the catalog at MTHtrains.com

Direct download: Notch6Episode89.mp3
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In this episode of Notch 6, Lionel LLC CTO Jon Zahornacky stops by to discuss his role in the development of some of our favorite features in today's O gauge trains. You'll hear about the early development of Lionel's Legacy system, look into the future at Lionel's venture into Bluetooth control, and a behind the scenes look at some of the impressive technology that is under the hood of your Lionel locomotives. Do not miss this insightful episode!

 
Direct download: Notch6episode88.mp3
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Download this Episode by Clicking Here In this episode of Notch 6, you'll get an exclusive look inside the new Lionel Trains 2016 Volume II catalog. Mike Reagan and Ryan Kunkle from Lionel LLC join host Derek Thomas to discuss the brand new Lionel catalog. You can follow along with the new catalog at Lionel.com. You'll also hear exclusive details straight from the Lion's mouth that you won't find in the new catalog.
Direct download: Notch6Episode87.mp3
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In this special episode of Notch 6, you'll get an exclusive look inside the new Lionel Trains 2016 Volume II catalog. High end locomotive project manager Ryan Kunkle joins host Derek Thomas to discuss a new diesel locomotive offering in detail. The new Lionel catalog arrives on August 31st, 2016, but you'll get this information first, only from Notch 6!
Direct download: Notch6Episode86.mp3
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Download this Episode by Clicking Here In this special episode of Notch 6, you'll get an exclusive look inside the new Lionel Trains 2016 Volume II catalog. High end locomotive project manager Ryan Kunkle joins host Derek Thomas to discuss a new steam locomotive offering in detail. The new Lionel catalog arrives on August 31st, 2016, but you'll get this information first, only from Notch 6!
Direct download: Notch6Episode85.mp3
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Download this Episode by Clicking Here Notch 6 Episode 84 - Sadly, it's the last day of the LCCA convention in Kansas City.  We'll spend our time today focusing on the state of the LCCA. President Al Kolis, Immediate Past President Dennis Devito, and President Elect Ken Kelley, join me for a round table conversation about what's new in the world of the LCCA
Direct download: Notch6Episode84.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:03pm EDT

Download this Episode by Clicking Here Notch 6 Episode 83 - Howard Hitchcock, President of Lionel LLC returns for our annual interview. We'll spend time catching up on what's new at Lionel for 2016 and look to the future for 2017 and beyond. Plus, it's the big Lionel seminar at the convention, we'll talk with Al Kolis about the notable news items that have come out of this convention.
Direct download: Notch6Episode83.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:20pm EDT

Notch 6 Episode 82 - Another Mike joins us in this episode. Mike Phillips, head of marketing for Lionel joins us to talk about some of the new and exciting promotions that Lionel is working on inside and outside of the hobby to promote the circle L. If you've ever wondered how Lionel works to reach the outside world, this episode can't be missed.
Direct download: Notch6Episode82.mp3
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Download this Episode by Clicking Here Notch 6 Episode 81 - One of our favorite guests returns to the program as Mike Reagan from Lionel joins us to talk about all things Lionel. From what happens at Lionel during the Summer months, to plans for the 2016 Volume II catalog, it's all here. You'll get a few inside track announcements as well. As always Notch 6 is the first to bring you breaking news from our friends at Lionel. We'll also talk with Mike McLintock from the LCCA as he recaps the day's events at Kansas City Union Station.
Direct download: Notch6Episode81.mp3
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Download this Episode by Clicking Here Notch 6 Episode 80 - It's history day in Kansas City! We'll visit with Al Kolis and recap the history focused tours from the convention as well as discussing how we all can promote the hobby of O gauge railroading to the community around us. Tonight's feature interview is with Jim Asplund, a volunteer at Kansas City Union Station. He gives us a history of this grand station as well as an overview of railroading throughout the decades in Kansas City.
Direct download: Notch6Episode80.mp3
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Download this Episode by Clicking Here Notch 6 Episode 79 - Night two in Kansas City and tonight's feature interview is with Jim Eudaly and focuses on his Chesapeake and Ohio Hinton Division Layout. This layout is almost 50 years in the making and is hands down one of the most impressive layouts we have ever seen. Find out what it takes to model a railroad in fine detail, plus the rewarding challenges of realistic operation on that layout.  We'll also get the recap of the day's events with Al Kolis as we discuss the LCCA's relationship with the real railroads.
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Download this Episode by Clicking Here Notch 6 Episode 78- In this episode we kick off our Lionel Collectors Club of America convention coverage from Kansas City, Missouri. President Al Kolis joins us again this year for a full week of coverage.  We have a convention overview as well as a feature interview with Roger Farkash from TW TrainWorx, who discusses building a replica of Kansas City Union Station and how he uses selective compression for the layouts he and his team build. We'll also talk about a new museum layout that the TW team is hard at work on.
Direct download: Notch6Episode78.mp3
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In this episode Derek updates the latest news about The Madison Hardware Story, previews the LCCA national convention, and he revisits one of his favorite interviews with former Lionel COO and President Richard Maddox. This interview was originally in two parts and has now been combined into one show. There is fascinating information about Lionel's final days in Michigan, the development of Fastrack, and much more. If you enjoy Lionel history, do not miss this episode!
Direct download: Notch6Episode77.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:23pm EDT

In this episode of Notch 6 O Gauge Railroading Publisher Rich Melvin stops by to give us a look at the past and the future of one of the leading O gauge publications. Plus you'll receive an inside look at what it takes to run a successful mainline steam locomotive program in the 21st century. We'll also discuss the upcoming trips for Nickel Plate 765 out of the Chicago area.
Direct download: Notch6episode76.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 7:52pm EDT

The MTH 2016 Volume II catalog is live and online! Join Andy Edelman and host Derek Thomas as we break down all the new and interesting items in this catalog. Everything from Chesapeake and Ohio, to Santa Fe, and Norfolk Southern. It's all here!
Direct download: notch6episode75.mp3
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The MTH Digital Command System (DCS)  has been an industry standard for over fifteen years now. DCS expert, and author of the book The DCS Companion, Barry Broskowitz joins me on this episode to discuss getting the best results out of the DCS system on your O gauge layout. If you are planning a layout, or would like to integrate DCS into an existing layout, this show is for you.
Direct download: Notch6Episode74.mp3
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The MTH Digital Command System (DCS)  has been an industry standard for over fifteen years now. DCS expert, and author of the book The DCS Companion, Barry Broskowitz joins me on this episode to discuss getting the best results out of the DCS system on your O gauge layout. If you are planning a layout, or would like to integrate DCS into an existing layout, this show is for you.
Direct download: Notch6Episode74.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:38pm EDT

In this episode of Notch 6 we catch up on all the exciting things that are happening at Notch 6 media. I'll give you the inside story on how a Lionel LCCA Texas Special train set made it's way onto the hit CBS TV show The Big Bang Theory and you will get an update on the latest work that is taking place on my book The Madison Hardware Story. In our feature interview Lionel Collectors Club of America member Bill Lucey joins us from the Lionel offices to discuss his experience winning the Lionel CEO for a Day contest. Hear about his visit to the Lionel archives and the many other special experiences during his day. Bill has some great insight as an outsider taking a look at what makes Lionel run on a day to day basis.
Direct download: Notch6Episode73.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 7:18pm EDT

The 2016 Lionel catalogs are here! Mike Reagan, Matt Ashba, and Ryan Kunkle join Derek to break down everything new and exciting in these catalogs. From Scale steam and diesel to new licensed product, it's all here on Notch 6!
Direct download: Notch6episode72.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 7:40pm EDT

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