Route 66 Compilation Podcast

Skip the Interstate and rediscover the magic along the Kansas stretch of Route 66. Travel back to 1934 at the beautifully restored Kan-O-Tex gas station—an authentic slice of Americana and the real-life inspiration behind Cars, where the spirit of the open road is still alive and well. Start your adventure right with a stop at Lou Mitchell’s. More than a diner, it’s the unofficial beginning of Route 66. Since 1923, this Chicago landmark has fueled westbound travelers with double-yolk eggs, fluffy pancakes, and its famously bold coffee. Along the way, meet Rhys Martin—President of the Oklahoma Route 66 Association and Preserve Route 66 Manager for the National Trust. Having driven all 2,448 miles of the Mother Road, he’s dedicated to protecting the neon signs, classic diners, and hidden gems that define the journey. No Route 66 road trip is complete without a pause in Tucumcari at Del’s Diner. Serving travelers since 1956, Del’s delivers timeless comfort food and unforgettable memories beneath its legendary neon Hereford bull.