Coffee With Jim

Coffee With Jim, January 1, 2023

She ran houses of ill repute in mining towns but her legendary displays of generosity made her a celebrity of sorts in the Arizona territory. So, her brutal and senseless murder, the lengthy trial, and the appeals that went as far as President Roosevelt garnered headlines throughout the country. So did the hanging, the only one to take place on the grounds of the Mohave County courthouse. 
In the first episode of Coffee With Jim for 2023, America's storyteller shares this story, and the fascinating history of the territorial era jail that still stands in the shadow of the stately Mohave County Courthouse built in 1914. 
Today's program is sponsored in part by Visit Tucumcari, the Roadrunner Lodge, RouteTrip USA, and Uranus Fudge Company and General Store. 
 

Coffee With Jim, December 18

On this mornings program we talk about the challenges of life lived as a free lance writer and a published author. It is inspiration for the novice writer and the frustrated author. It is a smile inducing series of darkly comedic tales about the quest to become a writer that can afford to eat on a regular basis from author Jim HInckley who has been billed as America's storyteller. 
Today's program is sponsored in part by Visit Tucumcari, RouteTrip USA and Uranus Fudge Company & General Store. 

Coffee With Jim, December 11

Contrary to what was said in the beginning of the program, it is 2022 NOT 2023. Does that give a hint as to how today's program went?
Our guest on the program, Cort Stevens of CD Showcase and Old Cars Strong Hearts, notified me yesterday that he was under the weather. We will be hoping for a speedy recovery and a good report soon. 
So, on today's program America's storyteller answered questions fom listeners and fans of Jim Hinckley's America. It is a fun filled and fascinating discussion about road trips, time capsules, the trails and tribulations of being an author, and, hopefully, a bit of road trip inspiration. 
Today's programis sponsored in part by Visit Tucumcari and RouteTrip USA. 

Coffee With Jim, December 4

When life hands you lemons ... This episode from the time capsule Safari Inn lobby in Burbank, California is a free flowing conversation between this mornings audience and America's storyteller Jim Hinckley. We encountered an array of unexpected delays and technical problems but we got the program off the ground and answered questions from listeners about Route 66, road trips, vintage motels, Arizona history, travel planning and much, much more. 
Come along for the ride! It's a special edition of Coffee with Jim from the road sponsored in part by Visit Tucumcari (visittucumcarinm.com) 
 

Coffee With Jim, November 27

On this episode America's storyteller talks Route 66 in southern California, a legendary book store, and shares some tips for lodging and dining. It's another adventure in Jim Hinckely's America
Today's program is sponsored in part by Visit Tucumcari. 

Coffee With Jim, November 20

Did the Pilgrims land at Plymouth Rock because they were running out of beer? When was the first Thanksgiving parade? Did you know that the first recorded "thanksgivinig" celebration between Europeans and Native Americans took place in Texas long before the Pilgrims set sail? 
It's a special Thanksgiving episode of Coffee With Jim that is chock full of legend, history, trivia, and surprises. Take a  listen and have some great conversation starting material for the Thanksgiving dinner. 
This program is sponsored in part by Visit Tucumcari and Roadrunner Lodge. 

Coffee With Jim, November 13

Tucumcari, New Mexico is a small town filled with big surprises. It may be known for its association with Route 66, and living time capsules such as the amazing Roadrunner Lodge, but there is more. Much, much more. 
The city is at the heart of an adventurers paradise. Highway 104, a drive of just over one hundred miles to Las Vegas, New Mexico, is one of the most scenic in the state. Ute Lake, one of the longest in the state, is just 25 miles to the north. The Tucumcari Talking Tour is a fascinating way to discover the city's history, and a few of its hidden gems. Back country adventures for 4x4 enthusiasts, mountain bikers or hikers are chock full of ghost towns, historic sites, and awe inspiring scenic wonders. 
On today's program America's storyteller shares a few of his favorite places, and gives a bit of insight as to why Tucumcari is a destination, not just a stop. And for more information check out the city's tourism portal at visittucumcarinm.com 

Coffee With Jim, November 6

The charm of Rushville, Illinois. Catfsih and hushpuppies at Don's Steakhouse in Pocahontas, Arkansas. Ghost towns of the Oklahoma Pandhandle. Listeners share stories about ghost towns in Montana. It's a grand adventure on the backroads of America, and a voyage of discovery with America's storyteller, author Jim Hinckley. 
As the theme song by the Road Crew says, come along for the ride! It's road trip inspiration, a Sunday mmoring visit with friends, and sharing America's story. It's Jim Hinckley's America. 
Today's program is sponsored in part by delightful, magical, wonderful Tucumcari, New Mexico.