Episode 211

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3rd Aug 2026

Driving Route 66: History, Hidden Gems & Travel Tips

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Most have heard of America's "Mother Road" - Route 66. But do you know what you MUST see? Have you talked to anyone who has driven the whole thing?

Join Scott and historian Jenn as they share insider Route 66 history, must-see historic sites, and road trip tips from driving America's Mother Road. Discover hidden landmarks, fascinating stories, and practical advice for planning your own historic road trip along Route 66—plus what surprised even the experts.

📖 Route 66: The Mother Road: By Michael Wallis

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We're the history podcast that helps you travel to the history.
One filmmaker, one historian (and former Navy pilot), and your next historic road trip.

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Scott and Jenn combine deep historical storytelling with real-world travel, taking you behind the scenes of battlefields, historic sites, museums, famous graves, hidden landmarks, and the people and events that shaped America.

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Host of the Talk With History podcast, Producer over at Walk with History on YouTube, and Editor of TheHistoryRoadTrip.com

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Former Naval Aviator turned Historian and a loyal Penn Stater. (WE ARE!) I earned my Masters in American History and graduate certificate in Museum Studies, from the University of Memphis.

The Talk with History podcast gives Scott and me a chance to go deeper into the details of our Walk with History YouTube videos and gives you a behind-the-scenes look at our history-inspired adventures.

Join us as we talk about these real-world historic locations and learn about the events that continue to impact you today!