In this podcast, Todd and Dunedin Railways driver Bradley discuss the robust preservation and railfan community in New Zealand, and focus on the Taieri Gorge excursion train.
Bradley describes the scenic beauty of the Taieri Gorge, highlighting its diverse landscapes and engineering marvels, and notes the challenges of maintaining the track, including managing invasive gorse. The conversation also touches on the impact of COVID-19 on the railway and the dedication of the staff in rebuilding and rebranding the service.
Music
- Intro: “Waiting on My Train to Come,” recorded live at the Southeastern Railway Museum on August 2, 2020. Written by Todd DeFeo, (c) 2006, 2020 by Todd DeFeo (ASCAP). From “A Guy Walks Into a Train Museum.”
- Outro: “Trouble Again [single version].” Written by Todd DeFeo, (c) 2025 by Todd DeFeo (ASCAP).
Show Notes
- This conversation snippet has been slightly edited.
Podcast produced by Joe Nevark.

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