The Foreword To Freelance with Christopher Palmieri

How does one create a model railroading story of their very own? On this episode of Around The Layout Podcast, we talk to Christopher Palmieri, one of the leading voices in the freelance model railroading community, and learn more about the freelance concept and how it can benefit those who aren't completely sold on a fully prototype approach. Chris lays out steps to follow to start creating a freelance story and provides recommendations on resources to learn more. Later, we hear answers from our listeners to the Question of the Month. 

Get inspired by members of the Home Shops Freelance Hub:
https://homeshops.net/pages/freelance-hub

Check out Christopher’s freelance story, The Meridian Speedway:
https://www.meridianspeedway.net/

Shop the amazing selection of freelance model railroad freight cars and locomotives at Home Shops:
https://homeshops.net/

Thank you to our episode sponsor, Spring Creek Model Trains:
https://www.springcreekmodeltrains.com/

Thank you to our episode sponsor, Home Shops:
https://homeshops.net/

Episode Released October 30, 2025