Guest host Matt Shea takes you on a whirlwind tour of the rugged coastline in Oregon and Washington in this episode. There is unspoiled beauty here that does not overlook the conveniences that travelers appreciate. Here are the places where you can get away from it all and, as an old song says, take back something worth remembering.

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“History Comes Alive” 2025 is a summer program in full swing from June 6 through August 9 in Springfield, Illinois, bringing the city’s history to life through interactive events, reenactments, and costumed interpreters. Visitors will meet characters like Abraham Lincoln and Mary Todd and are welcome to participate in activities at the Lincoln Home and the Old State Capitol. Food and beverages of the era are available too. In addition, Springfield remains intimately connected to historic Route 66. Amy Beadle, marketing and advertising director for Visit Springfield, is our guest.

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An article appeared in American Road magazine featuring Michigan's Upper Peninsula (U.P.) titled "A Superior Road Trip" in the March 23, 2021 issue. The article highlights the region's natural beauty and attractions. In this episode, travel writer and Michigander Amy S. Eckert talks about the glories of the region in summertime.

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Guest host Matt Shea has spent countless hours hiking, camping and fishing historic lands of The Evergreen State and in this episode, he surveys a few of the best to be found north of Seattle. Summer is here and life is for living. Why not go out and grab some memories to last a lifetime while the weather is most favorable and Mother Nature is on radiant display?

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“It’s a bird. It’s a plane. It’s Superman!” The saga continues with the premiere of the latest iteration of The Man of Steel. There have been numerous films depicting the heroics of the most famous superhero of them all. Frequent contributor Karl Petry joins us with a survey of the films that have carried the legend forward.

American Road magazine has featured drive-in movie theaters in multiple issues, with a notable "A Night at the Drive-In" series focusing on these outdoor cinemas. The magazine's Summer 2014 issue, titled "A Night at the Drive-In 2," highlighted 32 drive-ins and included an interview with Burt Reynolds about his experiences with the drive-in movie scene. The magazine also explores the history and evolution of drive-ins, including their place in American roadside architecture and their adaptation to modern times.

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Happy Independence Day! Join guest host Matt Shea for a survey of July 4th celebrations in Puget Sound and Western Washington. Large or small, there is a venue you and your loved ones are sure to enjoy.

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Fallon, Nevada is known as the "Oasis of Nevada" due to its fertile agricultural land and vibrant community, despite being located in a desert environment. It's also famous for Naval Air Station Fallon, which plays a significant role in the city's identity and economy. Additionally, Fallon is known for its outdoor recreation opportunities. Civic leaders Jane Moon and Pam Yost are our guests.

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The DSA-2000 project, what will be the world’s most powerful radio telescope, is being built by the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) outside of Ely, NV. Chosen because White Pine County hosts some of the darkest skies in visible light, the area also offers some of the darkest skies in radio wavelengths. This year, they have partnered with the Northern Nevada Railway to provide Caltech astronomer volunteers for Sunset, Stars, and Champagne train rides on Thurs. and Sat. nights. Dr. Katie Jameson is our guest with the inside story of this historic undertaking.

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