TWR Route 66 Ep 14: Missouri - Springfield To St Louis
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Travels With Randy Route 66 Episode 14 is here! Missouri - Springfield To St Louis Randy's Washington Travel Experiences Bubba and Randy discussed Randy's recent travel experiences, including his visit to Washington State and the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival near Bellingham. Randy explained the festival's timing and agricultural significance, noting that tulips only bloom for 3-4 weeks and the farmers harvest the buds for next year's planting. He also discussed Washington's apple orchards, which are located on the drier side of the Cascade Mountains, and Randy invited Bubba and Linda to visit...
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TWR Route 66 Ep 13: Missouri, Joplin To Springfield
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Travels With Randy Route 66 Episode 13 is here! Missouri, Joplin To Springfield Route 66 Missouri Trip Discussion Bubba and Randy discussed Randy's recent Route 66 trip through Missouri, focusing on the section from Joplin to Springfield. They covered the challenges of navigating different route alignments and the unique attractions along the way, including a stop at Gay Parita in Missouri. Randy explained that Joplin has become more of a tourist trap over time, with Route 66 originally passing through downtown rather than the newer attractions. Route 66 Decommissioning History Randy and Bubba...
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TWR Route 66 Ep 12: Kansas - All 12.8 Miles Of It
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Travels With Randy Route 66 Episode 12 is here! Kansas - All 12.8 Miles Of It Gas Prices and Supply Discussion Bubba and Randy discussed current gas prices, with Bubba noting prices over $100 in North Carolina to fill his car and speculation about higher prices in California. he explored the impact of the Iran conflict on oil supply, with Bubba sharing insights about oil tanker speeds and the time it takes for supply changes to affect markets. The conversation also covered Route 66 preparations for the summer driving season, with Randy noting improvements in some states' readiness...
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TWR Route 66 Ep 11: Oklahoma Part 2 - Who Is The Modern Day Will Rogers?
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Travels With Randy Route 66 Episode 11 is here! Oklahoma Part 2 - Who Is The Modern Day Will Rogers? Route 66 and Round Barns The podcast hosts discussed their travels along Route 66, specifically focusing on Oklahoma and approaching Tulsa. They explored the history of round barns, with Beth explaining that the circular shape was built to withstand tornadoes and provide space for barn dances. The conversation included personal anecdotes about barn dances from Bubba's experience at University of Illinois and a discussion about Sadie Hawkins dances, with the hosts noting they would need to ask...
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TWR Route 66 Ep 10: Oklahoma! And The Grapes Of Wrath
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Travels With Randy Route 66 Episode 10 is here! Oklahoma! And The Grapes Of Wrath Route 66 Journey Progress Update Bubba and Randy discussed Randy's progress on his Route 66 journey, focusing on Oklahoma where he is currently traveling. They noted that Oklahoma has done a good job preserving and promoting the historical route, with 429 miles of the bike route available and minimal interstate usage. Randy mentioned that Kansas will be his next stop, where he will cover only 13 miles of Route 66 across three towns. Route 66 and Technological Displacement Bubba and Randy discussed the historical...
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TWR Route 66 Ep 9: Texas! - All 178 Miles Of It
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Travels With Randy Route 66 Episode 9 is here! Texas! - All 178 Miles Of It Digital Photography Advantages Discussion Randy explained the benefits of digital photography over film, particularly the ability to shoot in raw format and adjust images later using software like Lightroom. He described how he uses dehaze filters to enhance sharpness and can now take photos from the car or in different lighting conditions, making the process more flexible than with film. Randy noted that modern phone cameras have improved significantly in quality, potentially allowing for 80-90% of the quality...
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TWR Route 66 Ep 8: New Mexico Part 2 : Albuquerque To Glenrio
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Travels With Randy Route 66 Episode 8 is here! Albuquerque To Glenrio Route 66 Travel Experiences Bubba discussed his experience with the empty nest, noting that while it's quiet, they still consider it temporary since two of their children are still in college. Randy shared details about his travels in New Mexico, particularly focusing on Route 66 and the differences between New Mexico and Arizona in terms of Southwest culture and architecture. They discussed the benefits of taking the longer loop route on Route 66 through New Mexico, which offers a more authentic experience away from modern...
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TWR Route 66 Ep 7: New Mexico! Gallop To Grants To Albuquerque
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Travels With Randy Route 66 Episode 7 is here! New Mexico! Gallop To Grants To Albuquerque Route 66 Maintenance Challenges Discussion Bubba and Randy discussed their experiences with Route 66, including Bubba's ongoing fascination with the route and Randy's recent travels through California, Arizona, and New Mexico. They explored the challenges and variations in maintaining the original route across different states, highlighting efforts in California and the difficulties in Arizona and New Mexico. Randy shared insights about the route's presence in Navajo tribal lands, noting the remnants and...
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TWR Route 66 Ep 6: Something Something Winslow Arizona
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Travels With Randy Route 66 Episode 6 is here! Something Something Something Winslow, Arizona Route 66's Steepest Climb Randy discussed his journey along Route 66, focusing on the steep climb from Ash Fork to Williams, which he described as the steepest on the route. He explained that modern vehicles easily navigate this challenging terrain, unlike the early 20th-century cars that struggled to ascend. Randy also mentioned encountering abandoned cars along the route, which he finds fascinating and takes pictures of, though he lacks the expertise to identify many of the makes and models....
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TWR Route 66 Ep 5: Can I Borrow Your Burro? Arizona From Oatman To Ash Fork
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Travels With Randy Route 66 Episode 5 is here! Can I Borrow Your Burro? Arizona From Oatman To Ash Fork Route 66 and Oatman Attractions Bubba and Randy discussed the geography and attractions along Route 66, particularly around Oatman, Arizona. They talked about the Sidewinder Road, a paved but winding route leading to Oatman, known for its mining history and now primarily gift shops. Randy described the town's population decline and its current status as a tourist destination for its burros. They also discussed the nearby Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land, where camping is free for up to...
info_outlineTWR Season 4 Episode 7 of the Travels With Randy podcast is here!
TWR Live! In Charlotte NC
Randy and Bubba get the rare opportunity to sit down face to face and record a TWR live.
Randy catches everyone up on his journey from southern Virginia to the Outer Banks of North Carolina and finally over to Charlotte for a home cooked meal by Mrs. Bubba and a lively chat at the dinner table.
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