This week our ringmasters detail their entry to the three-ring circus, known as heritage railroading. Bethan’s accidental journey to Executive Director, Rowdy’s childhood fascination that turned into a lifetime on the rails. This episode includes a thoughtful discussion on Jim Wrinn’s 10 Rules for Tourist Railroads, a bit of discussion about ever-changing social media algorithms and more Q&A. Origin stories, practical wisdom and good vibes coupled into one tidy consist....
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This week our ringmasters detail their entry to the three-ring circus, known as heritage railroading. Bethan’s accidental journey to Executive Director, Rowdy’s childhood fascination that turned into a lifetime on the rails. This episode includes a thoughtful discussion on Jim Wrinn’s 10 Rules for Tourist Railroads, a bit of discussion about ever-changing social media algorithms and more Q&A. Origin stories, practical wisdom and good vibes coupled into one tidy consist....
The Introduction: The Business of Heritage Railroads
Off the Rails with Rowdy and Bethan
30 minutes
2 months ago
The Introduction: The Business of Heritage Railroads
Join Mt. Rainier Scenic Railroad Superintendent Rowdy Pierce and Executive Director Bethan Maher in this first episode of Off the Rails! Why DO they have a podcast? Listen and you'll learn the answer to that very valid question and so much more. Topics include how to bring legitimacy to the industry in a sustainable way, finding young talent to learn steam and answering questions like 'will a steam engine soon be hauling freight' and 'are people clutching their pearls when they se...
Off the Rails with Rowdy and Bethan
This week our ringmasters detail their entry to the three-ring circus, known as heritage railroading. Bethan’s accidental journey to Executive Director, Rowdy’s childhood fascination that turned into a lifetime on the rails. This episode includes a thoughtful discussion on Jim Wrinn’s 10 Rules for Tourist Railroads, a bit of discussion about ever-changing social media algorithms and more Q&A. Origin stories, practical wisdom and good vibes coupled into one tidy consist....
