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#101 - Questions from Seasoned Operators

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What questions do the veterans of your Operation sessions ask? What questions do you ask even after you have operated many times at a specific layout? We dig into these questions and more this episode. Joe Binish, David Hamilton MMR, and…
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#99 - TCD goes to the NMRA National Convention

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Many members of the TCD took the trip to Chattanooga, TN for the Annual NMRA National Convention. A discussion about what we all experienced during this fun filled week is the subject of our podcast. Jay Bickford, Diana Gasior, Ken Zieska…
#98 - The TCD goes to the StL RPM

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#97 - Building Crew Experience for Operations

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#96 - Modeling improvement using photography

July 27, 2026 · 36 min

This episode we discuss using prototype photos, scenes, and more. Also using those high powered cameras on modern phones. How can we use this technology to improve our modeling, layout looks, and more. Greg Terhaar, Ken Zieska, and…
#95 - The role of Helpers at an Operation Session

July 17, 2026 · 42 min

We discuss the role that helpers play at Operation Sessions. How do we view them, and how would we act as helpers to assisit the layout owner with visitors to their operation sessions. Joe Binish, David Hamilton MMR, and Thomas Gasior MMR…
#94 - Summer Plans

June 14, 2026 · 38 min

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#93 - Service to the hobby and others

May 1, 2026 · 43 min

In this episode, Joe Binish and Thomas Gasior discuss why they enjoy doing projects for others. What creates the enthusiam for helping and when should yo ask for help. Also what does it cost to help someone in time and money. Our sponsor…
#92 - Creating a Prototype scene for the NMRA AP

April 10, 2026 · 50 min

This episode features Greg Terhaar describing his approach to building a prototype scene. He is focusing on the stockyards in Mosse Jaw, Sask. He will be submitting this build for evaluation by the NMRA for his achievement program…
#91 - The NEW NMRA Achievement Program

April 1, 2026 · 38 min

This episode we discuss the NEW NMRA Achievement Program and how the Association is bringing the program into the new century. Following the successful and popular roll-out of their new logo, the AP was next to be revamped. We point out…
#90 - Special Event podcast. The TCD 2026 Modelers Meet

February 21, 2026 · 20 min

This special episode of the CG Podcast is about the 2026 TCD RPM meet. The Ninth annual Modelers Meet will be held March 14th. Please see our website for all details. tcdnmra.org Ken Zieska and Thomas Gasior MMR discus what you can expect…