Planning a 2024 summer road trip? Our guest Amy Beadle is the marketing manager at the Springfield (Illinois) Convention and Visitors Bureau. In this episode, we hear about a plethora of events and venues that make Springfield a great place to visit. History comes alive in the Land Of Lincoln!
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Welcome to the Dark Sky City of Flagstaff, AZ
Flagstaff, AZ was named the world’s first International Dark Sky City by the International Dark-Sky Association (IDA) on October 24, 2001. Skywatchers are always welcome here and so are Astrotourism aficionados. Hear about the reasons why that term holds special significance as we talk with Lori Pappas of the City of Flagstaff Convention and Visitors Bureau. (Encore Presentation)
Visit WebsiteSkagit Valley Tulip Festival 2024
The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival celebrates the glory of Spring and the abundant splendor of Mother Nature from April 1st to April 30th, 2024. In this episode, Matt Shea provides specifics regarding what you can expect and how to get maximum enjoyment from your experience at this dazzling Washington State destination.
Visit WebsiteBest Places to View the Total Solar Eclipse April 8, 2024
The Total Solar Eclipse of April 8, 2024 is approaching fast and Jamie Jensen, who is celebrating publication of the 10th Edition of his Road Trip USA travel guide, joins us to talk about the best cities and towns to view the celestial event.
Visit WebsiteAmerican Luxury: Henry M. Leland, Founder of Cadillac and Lincoln
Henry Martyn Leland was an American machinist, inventor, engineer, and automotive entrepreneur. He founded the two premier American luxury automotive marques, Cadillac and Lincoln. His motto was, “Craftsmanship a creed, accuracy a law.” In this episode, we hear much about his determination and innovative genius from Karl Petry, a graduate of the Lincoln Technical Institute and admirer of Mr. Leland.
Visit WebsiteInappropriation on the American Road
Erika Nelson joins us to recount a pop-up show at TeePee Junction in Lawrence, Kansas. Erika responded to the “Hillbilly Halfwit”, Armando Minjarez responded to “La Salsa Man”, and Mona Cliff responded to the teepees. The purpose was to examine caricatures of people in our roadside attractions and what they might mean to the traveling public.
Visit WebsiteAdventure Drives for When Spring Arrives
Mark Greene of Cars Yeah says, “For me an adventure drive is when you go off the freeway and onto the back roads, or no roads, out into the wilderness. Away from cities and on roads in unique locations where tourists rarely venture.” Mark is our guest and he has stories of remarkable men and women who have done it.
Visit WebsiteSmall Town Charm in the Evergreen State
Washington State has more than her fair share of small towns with plenty of charm to lure visitors away from the city life of Seattle, Bellevue, Tacoma et al as well as from out-of-state to the natural beauty and town culture that offer a unique experience in each locale. Contributor Matt Shea has lots to share about these mellow destinations.
Visit WebsiteSundown on the Mother Road (Encore)
Route 66 is a long story that is still being told. The glory of The Mother Road endures with a resilience underscored by her responsiveness to movements of not only the countless people she has carried but also of turbulent American racial history. Joey Madia discusses “Sundown Towns” that once posed a menacing threat to African-Americans who traveled with the burden of bigotry in mind. (Encore Presentation)
Visit WebsiteSeaside Aquarium in Beautiful Seaside, Oregon
Seaside Aquarium is one of the oldest aquariums on the West Coast. Founded in 1937, the aquarium is privately owned and the descendants of some of the founders still are active in its operation. Manager Keith Chandler fills us in on the star attractions and many activities awaiting you at a legendary place in Oregon’s oldest resort town.
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