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This is our 50th Episode, so we're taking a look back at how we got here and some of our favorites. We also take a few moments to honor our friend, Mr. Paul Wingo.  Connect with Moving America: InstagramFacebookWebsiteMerchandise: Moving America StoreSubscribe: Get the latest video podcast on YouTube

The discipline process for railroaders can be a long, drawn out thing. In this episode we explain how that process works. Mike was fortunate to sit in on a Labor Board Case and he shares his thoughts on that. If you have ever questioned the process, this is the episode for you.  Connect with Moving America: InstagramFacebookWebsiteMerchandise: Moving America StoreSubscribe: Get the latest video podcast on YouTube

For this episode we were fortunate to be joined by two of the National Officers for the BLET Auxiliary, Kathleen Bisbikis and Rachel Pharris. Kathleen is the National President and Rachel is the National Vice President. Kathleen and Rachel are married to BNSF Railroaders and they have been deeply involved in the fight against BNSF's new Hi-Viz Attendance. Listen as they offer a view of the policy policy from families that are directly affected by it. They also share insight on the recent protest at the Berkshire Hathaway's Shareholder Meeting in Omaha. These ladies discuss various other topics with us, including how to get involved with the BLET Auxiliary in your area. Learn more about the BLET Auxiliary:  https://www.bletauxiliary.net/ Connect with Moving America: InstagramFacebookWebsiteMerchandise: Moving America StoreSubscribe: Get the latest video podcast on YouTube

The recent Surface Transportation Board Hearing has caused quite a stir within the railroad industry. In this episode we discuss our thoughts on the hearing and where we go from here. Watch the hearing at the links below: STB Hearing Day 1 STB Hearing Day 2 Connect with Moving America: InstagramFacebookWebsiteMerchandise: Moving America StoreSubscribe: Get the latest video podcast on YouTube

Michael Paul Lindsey recently penned a letter to the Surface Transportation Board about his views on the state of the railroad industry.  The letter was made a matter of record in the recent STB Hearing and was published by Railway Age.  The post has been shared repeatedly on social media. Michael was kind enough to sit down with us and discuss the letter and his view of the state of the industry.  Read the letter here: https://www.railwayage.com/regulatory/the-game-has-changed/ Connect with Moving America: InstagramFacebookWebsiteMerchandise: Moving America StoreSubscribe: Get the latest video podcast on YouTube

The railroads are hiring conductors at a rapid pace. Those new conductors often reach out to us for some words of wisdom. This episode provides important information to all those that are about to tackle one of the toughest lifestyles imaginable, a life on the rails.  This episode photo was provided by Corbin Reid.  Connect with Moving America: InstagramFacebookWebsiteMerchandise: Moving America StoreSubscribe: Get the latest video podcast on YouTube

In the early days, railroads faced numerous challenges gaining access to various places along their proposed routes. This was the case in the mountains of Southwest Virginia. Gaining access to the coal fields presented major hurdles for railroad engineers. Their solution was, if they couldn’t go over or around the mountain, they would go through it.  In this episode we discuss railroad tunnels, including the longest tunnel on the Norfolk and Western Railroad.   This episode photo was provided by Matthew DeLanghe.   Connect with Moving America: InstagramFacebookWebsiteMerchandise: Moving America StoreSubscribe: Get the latest video podcast on YouTube

We are honored to be joined by John Steel, ESQ. for Episode 45. John has over 30 years experience handling railroad injury cases. He was kind enough to  answer our questions regarding the handling of a railroad injury. He also explains about the program his firm has to help railroaders handle disability claims. Steel and Moss, LLP  https://steel-moss.com/This episode photo was provided by Jennifer Al-Beik. Our new intro and outro were provided to us by a long time friend, Dave Miller.  Be sure to check out his podcast.   https://www.daveanddoc.com/ Connect with Moving America: InstagramFacebookWebsiteMerchandise: Moving America StoreSubscribe: Get the latest video podcast on YouTube

Railroad Attendance Policies have been getting a lot of attention. In this episode we review and explain some of the different aspects of the various policies in place for the Class 1 Railroads.  We also discuss our Railroad Word of The Week, answer a listener question, and review our #mapfanphotofriday and episode photos. This episode photo was provided by Jacob Hofer.  Connect with Moving America: InstagramFacebookWebsiteMerchandise: Moving America StoreSubscribe: Get the latest video podcast on YouTube

UP just made a huge investment in battery powdered locomotives. Will this risk pay off? We voice our opinions on the change to their locomotive fleet.  We also have a great story this episode, the derailment and train explosion that happened in Maybeury, WV in 1937. You don’t want to miss this one.  We explain our Railroad Word of the Week and answer a question from a new conductor. We some share our #mapfanphotofriday winners, and our episode photo. That photo was provided by Noah Cochran. In this episode we announce an upcoming appearance we have scheduled.  Connect with Moving America: InstagramFacebookWebsiteMerchandise: Moving America StoreSubscribe: Get the latest video podcast on YouTube

The numbers are in and as we expected the Class 1s are reporting record profits...again! While profits continue to rise, the morale has reached an all time low. In this episode we share our thoughts on that and update you on some of the happenings around the industry. We also share our Railroad Word of the Week, answer a question, share our #mapfanphotofriday winners, and our episode photo.  We have another edition of America on the Move as well. This episode photo was provided by Andrew Maus. Connect with Moving America: InstagramFacebookWebsiteMerchandise: MA Key StoreSubscribe: Get the latest video podcast on YouTubeHelp us help others: Patreon

On March 9, 1987 Wesley MacDonald was called as the engineer for CN Train 9548.  Little did he know his life was about to change forever.   In this episode we share the story of how a simple mistake led to disaster and made Wesley MacDonald a legend.  For 21 long minutes Wesley fought to gain control of his runaway train.  Reaching speeds of 75 mph, he is faced a life or death decision, stay with her or jump.  Connect with Moving America: InstagramFacebookWebsiteMerchandise: MA Key StoreSubscribe: Get the latest video podcast on YouTubeHelp us help others: Patreon