Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast

ATLP Rewind - Steve Pettit & Too Many Layouts To List Here - June 12, 2025

Around The Layout - A Model Railroad Podcast

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ATLP Rewind - Episode Originally Released June 12, 2025

One man and a multitude of layouts. That's how Steve Pettit has developed his amazing skill set and we learn all about his beginnings on this episode of Around The Layout. Steve answers the question of how, as an Australian, became interested in North American railroads and how his diverse interests in railroads and scales has helped him connect to fellow model railroaders from around the globe and helped hone his skills. Steve also shares how he overcame personal challenges and how he adapted his modeling for the changing seasons in his life.

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