The livestream episodes of Coffee With Jim are moving to the Jim HInckley's America YouTube channel. Our virtual diner has a new home! Coffee With Jim, the weekly podcast from Jim Hinckley's America, is made possible by listeners through Patreon. It is also made possible through support from the Roadrunner Lodge Motel, Gilligan's Route 66 Tours, Deana Nelson State Farm Insurance, Two Lane America, Enchanted Trails Trading Post & RV Park, and RouteTrip USA.
And here on Podbean, we will be sharing chapters from America's amazing story, served with some road trip inspiration. New episodes posted every Friday!
Coffee With Jim
Stories from the road, chapters from the American story, shared adventures and introductions to fascinating folk. That is Coffee With Jim. But this podcast is only one facet of our expanding network that now includes Substack, the Jim Hinckley's America YouTube channel, Instagram and Facebook, and the acclaimed Jim Hinckley's America website. We share the adventures and inspire road trips by telling people where to go. Join the conversation. Invite your friends. Become a member of one of the fastest growing communities of road trip enthusiasts in the country!
Jim Hinckley's America
Episodes
4 days ago
4 days ago
47 min
Bucket of Blood Street. Whiskey Row. Andy Devine Avenue. Angel's Barbershop. The Jack Rabbit Trading Post. Every town has a story. But for every town along Route 66, that story becomes a chapter in a tale about America's longest small town.
On today's episode of Coffee With Jim, the weekly program from Jim Hinckley's America, author, humorist and historian Jim Hinckley shares the fascinating and colorful story of Route 66 in the Grand Canyon State. Camel caravans, ancient pueblos, Edsel Ford, and the origins of the Dutch Route 66 Association are all a part of the colorful tapestry that is Route 66 in Arizona.
Jul 26, 2026
Jul 26, 2026
16 min
A twisted tale. A story of inspiration. And a BIG mistake. Today's program is full of suprises.
Eugene Jacques Bullard, the first African American fighter pilot. Polly Cooper, heroine of the American Revolution. And, surprise, proof that Jim Hinckley is fallible.
Every chapter in the amazing American story is a dynamic blend of visionary leadership, big dreams, conflicting ideals and standards, inspirational people, villians, grifters, and politics. What makes America unique in world history?
On today's program we answer that question. And we made a mistake. The Taft-Hartley Act referenced in the 1956 Republican platform pertained to unions and labor laws. The Smoot-Hawley Tariff Act of 1930 pertained to tarrifs. President Dwight D. Eisenhower referenced this act while advocating for the gradual reduction of tariffs and the renewal of the Reciprocal Trade Agreements Act as he was of the opinion that lowering trade barriers would strengthen alliances.
Sharing America's Story
It is a distinct pleasure to announce that the Route 66 Road Ahead Partnership has awarded Coffee With Jim official Route 66 Centennial Certification.
Coffee With
In limited partnerships with the developers of Kingman Tours we are excited to announce that the official Coffee With Jim mug is now available on the websites Route 66 centennial gift shop! International shipping available.
Telling People Where To Go
Our team has been telling people where to go since 1990. We inspire, and share, adventures. We blur the line between past, present and future.
Our Valued Partners
Our valued partners are more than mere sponsors. They are valued members of the Jim Hinckley's America community. And they are highly recommended partners that will enhance your road trip adventure.
Mr. D'z Route 66 Diner Gift Shop - RouteTrip USA - Enchanted Trails Trading Post & RV Park - Roadrunner Lodge Motel - Two Lane America - Gilligan's Route 66 Tours - Deana Nelson, State Farm Insurance Agent in Kingman, Arizona
It is also made possible through support of Jim Hinckley's America on Patreon
Welcome to Jim Hinckley's America
We share America's story by introducing you to inspirational and fascinating people. We test the pillows and taste the enchiladas. We inspire road trips by sharing the adventure on backroad's, and two lane highways like iconic Route 66.
Come along for the ride.