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In this episode of Notch 6 we celebrate the season with Roger Farkash from TW Trainworx and Mike Reagan from Lionel. Roger joins us to discuss The Trains at Northpark, an annual display in Dallas Texas that raises significant amounts of money and awareness for The Ronald McDonald House. We'll talk about what it takes to run O gauge trains in a large public setting and how some of those practical tips can be used for your own display. Mike Reagan stops by for our annual holiday tradition and an end of the year Lionel recap.
Direct download: Notch6episode71.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 8:27pm EDT

Notch 6 Episode 70- In this episode we'll discuss why having a plan is so important for your O gauge layout. Bill Rennolds joins me to discuss his incredible layout and how his plan has allowed him to execute construction of layout in a very unusual circumstance. You'll also hear how his ability to plan ahead has made the process of building his layout more enjoyable. If you're planning a layout or plan to rebuild your layout in the future, this is a do not miss episode!
Direct download: Notch6Episode70.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:07pm EDT

In this episode of Notch 6 Lionel's Ryan Kunkle introduces us to the new Vision Line GG-1 locomotive. You'll hear all about the new features, some history on the GG-1 and you'll hear some of the locomotive sounds and surprises that will make this locomotive a unique product in the O gauge model railroad market place. 

Direct download: Notch6Episode69.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 8:03pm EDT

Notch 6 Episode 68- The MTH 2016 Volume 1 catalog show is here! Andy Edelman joins me to break down all the unique sets, paint schemes, and new locomotives in this catalog. As always you'll also get exclusive details that you will not find in the catalog. 

Direct download: Notch6episode68.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 7:34am EDT

Notch 6 Episode 67- What does 36 years look like inside Lionel? One man has that answer and his name is J. Don Reese. J. Don shares his wonderful memories from his time at Lionel. Starting with the changing times at MPC in the early 1970's, through the changing technology of the 1990's, to the new golden age of O gauge trains today. This episode is full of modern Lionel history. Plus an update on The Madison Hardware Story and more. 

Direct download: Notch6episode67.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:45pm EDT

The second Lionel catalog of 2015 has arrived and Notch 6 has exclusive details.  In this special episode we talk with Lionel’s Matt Ashba and Mike Reagan about all the new products in this catalog. You'll hear about the exciting new introductions in scale diesel and steam locomotives. Plus returns of some favorites in the rolling stock section. We suggest listening to the show while you browse the new catalog at Lionel.com There are details in this episode that you won’t find anywhere else!

Direct download: Notch6episode66.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:00am EDT

On this episode, Alex Malliae joins us to discussing his ever chaning JADA railroad, how to upgrade your O gauge locomotives with off the shelf parts, and his tips for speeding up your modeling process on multiple buildings. We also have information about the Notch 6 Lionel Volume II catalog show which is coming soon. 

Direct download: Notch6episode65.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 7:55pm EDT

The Notch 6 Podcast Episode 64. We wrap up the 45th annual LCCA convention in Boston talking with LCCA presidents Dennis DeVito and Al Kolis. We talk ideas for the future of the club, a bit more about the Weaver announcement from episode 63, and we announce an exclusive LCCA contest to be Lionel CEO for a day! 

Direct download: notch6episode64.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:00pm EDT

The Notch 6 Podcast Episode 63. The big news from the LCCA Boston convention is here! Lionel President Howard Hitchcock joins us to discuss some very interesting product news. Also we discuss the future goals for Lionel in late 2015 into 2016. Al Kolis joins me to recap the days events here at the Boston convention and we discuss why it's a good investment to be a part of the LCCA. We're bringing you the breaking news FIRST on Notch 6!

Direct download: notch6episode63.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 4:53pm EDT

The Notch 6 Podcast Episode 62. The fifth night of the LCCA convention in Boston. Tonight I recap the days events with Al Kolis, plus an interesting discussion about the LCCA Junior Membership program. The feature interview tonight is with the Lionel Director of Marketing Mike Phillips. He helps answer the question of "What is Lionel doing to reach a new generation?". We talk about train shows, licenced product, and more.  

Direct download: notch6episode62.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 7:00pm EDT

The Notch 6 Podcast Episode 61. Night four at the LCCA National convention. Tonight we chat with Al Kolis about the local impact that the LCCA makes on the host city. Our feature interview tonight is with Mike Reagan from Lionel. He'll update us on Lionel accessories, power for your layout, new tricks with the Station Sounds diners, and more. 

Direct download: notch6episode61.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:53pm EDT

The Notch 6 Podcast Episode 60. Night three at the LCCA National convention. Tonight we chat with Al Kolis about the LCCA and how it makes the convention family friendly with a variety of tours and how convention attendees get a historical overview of each city they visit. Our feature interview tonight is with Roger Farkash from TW Trainworx. We discuss project updates from the past few months,  and Roger gives you tips to help you build your layout like a pro.

Direct download: Notch6Episode60.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 7:00pm EDT

The Notch 6 Podcast Episode 59. Night two at the LCCA National convention. Tonight we chat with Al Kolis about the LCCA switching tracks traveling boxcar and how it can come to your home layout! Our feature interview highlights the enormous layout built by The Boston Metro Hi Railers. You'll hear about some of the challenges they have overcome and unique items they have worked into their layout. 

Direct download: Notch6Episode59.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 7:00pm EDT

The Notch 6 Podcast Episode 58. It’s the first night of the 45th Annual Lionel Collectors Club of America annual convention. We’ll look at the week ahead at the convention with co-host Al Kolis and chat with Ed Boyle from O Gauge Railroading Magazine. We'll be discussing how technology affects the value of our model trains. This is a facinating topic with some view points that you may not have considered. 

Direct download: Notch6Episode58.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 7:00pm EDT

In this episode of Notch 6, Joey Ricard from Trackside Scenery joins us to discuss some pratical and easy tips to bring your senery up to the next level. Everything from backdrops, to rocks, chalk weathering, and small details are covered in this show. If you're frustrated with trying to understand more advanced scenery for your model railroad, this episode is for you! 

Direct download: Notch6episode57.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:00am EDT

Norfolk & Western 611 returns to active mainline service this week for the first time in almost 21 years. We catch up with Cheri George and Scott Lindsay from the Fire Up 611 campaign as they discuss their history with 611 and the current program. Trains Magazine editor Jim Wrinn also joins us for his thoughts on the resurrection of this amazing locomotive. If you have an interest in 611 this episode is for you! 

Direct download: Notch6Episode56.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:02pm EDT

In this episode of Notch 6 I talk about a big road trip that we have coming up at the end of May to see Norfolk and Western 611. I'll also share about my experience chasing N&W Y6a 2156 through Indiana. 

The bulk of this show is a very exciting announcement, my largest project ever and it involves Madison Hardware. Plus, we'll revisit my interview with Richard Kughn former owner of Lionel. 

Direct download: Notch6Episode55.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 12:29pm EDT

Mike Reagan and Matt Ashba from Lionel Trains stop by to fill us in on all the exciting news from Spring York 2015. Items include track and power, a Legacy LCS announcement, HUGE LionChief Plus announcement, and a special 115th Birthday surprise. Do not miss this episode!

Direct download: Notch6Episode54.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 5:30pm EDT

Andy Edelman Vice President of Marketing from MTH Electric Trains visits Notch 6 to talk about the MTH 2015 Volume Two catalog. Topics in this episode include Railking steam and diesel,  discussion on Premier steam and diesel locomotives, a run down of all the new features and locomotives in the catalog, updates on the MTH DCS app and much more. Visit MTH Trains to read along in the catalog as you listen.

Direct download: Notch6Episode53.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 10:00am EDT

Notch 6 Episode 52- Eric Siegel of Ericstrains.com stops by to chat about his incredibly successful Youtube channel and website dedicated to O gauge trains. Eric has been instrumental in introducing many new people into the hobby through his O gauge product reviews, scenery tutorials, and more. We'll also discuss his wonderful layout, and some of his favorite products from the last year.  

Direct download: Notch6Episode52.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:00am EDT

Bruce Greenberg of Greenberg publishing fame stops by to talk about all things Lionel collecting. We'll discuss the history of Greenberg publishing, the methods for finding and catagorizing toy train vartiations, how to get started collecting and more. Bruce also will discuss his new book on Lionel Standard Gauge and will shed some light on one of the best known Lionel origin stories. 

Direct download: Notch6episode51.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:00am EDT

It's time for the first of the 2015 O gauge catalogs! Lionel has released four brand new catalogs and Notch 6 is the first to bring you the news of this catalog directly from Lionel.  In this special episode we talk with Lionel's Matt Ashba and Mike Reagan about all the new products in this catalog. We touch on everything from scale diesels, to J3A Hudsons, 21 inch passenger cars and more.  We also cover new Lionchief and Lionchief+ sets, starter sets, and American Flyer. We suggest listening to the show while you browse the new catalog at Lionel.com There are details in this episode that you won't find anywhere else!

Direct download: Notch6Episode50.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 9:00am EDT

Notch 6 Episode 49- We start 2015 off with one of the most recognizable names in O gauge trains. MTH founder Mike Wolf will join me to discuss 35 years in business at MTH. We cover everything from his early days working for Jerry Williams, to the creation of the DCS command system, and plans for the future. This is an exciting and positive interview that will get you fired up about O gauge trains. 

Direct download: Notch6episode49.mp3
Category:general -- posted at: 6:00am EDT

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