Join Route 66 Podcast host Anthony Arno, as he talks with probably two of the most popular authors of Route 66: Jim Ross and Shellee Graham. Together, Ross and Graham have written over ten different books featuring The Mother Road. Their latest book, Route 66:The first 100 Years, covers the complete history of the road-…
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62. Fair Oaks Pharmacy, Pasadena, CA
Despite being just a few miles from the end of the route, the Fair Oaks Pharmacy in South Pasadena, CA, is like walking into a time capsule. This 1910 establishment is the only operational compounding pharmacy on Route 66,combining a working pharmacy with a soda fountain bar. Join Route 66 Podcast host Anthony Arno as…
61. The Route 66 Museum
Website: Oklahoma Route 66 Museum Website: Route 66 Scholarship Program There are many Route 66 museums, but probably one of the most comprehensive and largest museums is the Route 66 Oklahoma Museum. Route 66 Podcast talks with Pat Smith, curator of the Oklahoma Route 66 Museum. The displays are all professionally laid out and are…
60. The Ariston Cafe, Litchfield, IL
The Ariston Cafe located in Litchfield, IL, is the longest continously operated family restaraunt along Route 66. Established by Pete Adam, a Greek immigrant who arrived here in America in 1905 at the age of 15. Hear the whole history of The Ariston Cafe by the founders son, Nick Adam. At 85 years old, Nick…
59. Camp Cajon Mountain Pass, California
The Cajon Pass is probably one of the most important sites along Route 66 in southern California. Long before Route 66. was established, the pass was an important route for early settlers, who often had to disassemble thier wagons to cross over the San Gabriel Mountains. Join host Anthony Arno as he talks with local…
58. The Round Barn of Arcadia, OK
JOIN THE ROUTE 66 MOTOR TOUR WITH PODCAST HOST ANTHONY ARNO Route66Tours.US Join Route 66 Podcast host Anthony Arno, as he talks with Joseph Baxter , a dedicated preservationist and volunteer at the Round Barn. It’s the only Round Barn along Route 66, but even more impressive is the history of the barn and its…
57. The 2024 Route 66 Scholarship Recipient
Emma Wheeler is a sophomore at Maryville University and the latest recipient of the Route 66 Podcast Scholarship. Emma is currently studying secondary education and her submission was a short video, featuring Route 66. 2022 Route 66 Scholarship Episode 2020 Route 66 Scholarship Episode
56. Route 66 Matchcover Collector: Phil Gordon
JOIN THE ROUTE 66 MOTOR TOUR WITH PODCAST HOST ANTHONY ARNO Route66Tours.US Phil Gordon has a unique hobby related to Route 66. As an engineer, he’s very careful not to let even his closest acquaintances know that he is passionate about collecting historic Route 66 matchcovers. With a collection beyond 7500 matchcovers, Phil has painstakingly…
55. Devil’s Rope (Barbed Wire) Museum – McLean, TX
JOIN THE ROUTE 66 MOTOR TOUR WITH PODCAST HOST ANTHONY ARNO Route66Tours.US The Devil’s Rope (Barbed Wire) Museum along Route 66 in Mclean, TX, is probably one of the most unusual museums along The Mother Road. Join host Anthony Arno, as he talks with 90 year old curator Delbert Trew all about his museum and…
54. Remembering Ramona Lehman – The Munger Moss Motel
JOIN THE ROUTE 66 MOTOR TOUR WITH PODCAST HOST ANTHONY ARNO Route66Tours.US The Route 66 Podcast pays a special tribute to Ramona Lehman, who passed away on August 2, 2023, at the age of 85 years old. This episode was originally released in 2021 as Ramona celebrated her 50th year operating the Munger Moss Motel. …