American Road Trip Talk - Springfield, Illinois and the Living Legacy of Route 66
Alternative Talk- 1150AM KKNW
- Published
- April 10, 2026
- Duration
- 27:19
- Summary source
- description
- Last updated
- Apr 17, 2026
Discusses education.
Summary
In this episode of American Road Trip Talk, host Gary Mantz welcomes back Route 66 expert Amy Beadle for an immersive journey into Springfield, Illinois—one of the most compelling stops along America’s legendary Mother Road. The conversation explores how road trippers can experience Route 66 through historic alignments, neon sign parks, classic diners, la…
Show notes
In this episode of American Road Trip Talk, host Gary Mantz welcomes back Route 66 expert Amy Beadle for an immersive journey into Springfield, Illinois—one of the most compelling stops along America’s legendary Mother Road. The conversation explores how road trippers can experience Route 66 through historic alignments, neon sign parks, classic diners, larger‑than‑life roadside giants, and unique attractions like a pontoon boat tour over a submerged stretch of the original highway. Blending Linc
Themes
- education