Cafes new and old (Lewis Cafe 1938 and Sweeetie Pies Amish Bakery & Cafe 2025), the Route 66 centennial (and bicentennial), vagabond life, fund raising challenges faced by non profits, social media pros and cons, the appeal of roadside kitsch, historic preservation challenges, inspiring a new generation to discover the magic of the great American road trip, the charm of Cuba (Missouri), and the appeal of Albuquerque. On today's episode our visit with Elizabeth Olwig of the Route 66 Association of Missouri, with encouragement from the audience, was a wide ranging conversation that was road trip inspiring and thought provoking.
So, what are your thoughts about the Route 66 centennial, and the future of the great American road trip?
Today's program was made possible in part by the patrons that support us through Patreon. It was also sponsored by our partners including Roadrunner Lodge Motel in Tucumcari, RouteTrip USA, the iconic Wagon Wheel Motel, Two Lane America, Cactus Inn Motel in McLean, Texas, Gilligan's Route 66 Tours, and the delightful Enchanted Trails Trading Post and RV Park in Albuquerque.
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