Coffee With Jim is 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.
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
Jan 12, 2025
Jan 12, 2025
1hr 5 min
Evan Stern, creator of the acclaimed Vanishing Postcards podcast, is a born storyteller. And he is an adventuresome traveler with an inquisitive nature.
On today's free range conversation Stern, and author Jim Hinckley, host of Coffee With Jim, talk about Texas, colorful characters, Route 66, podcasting, road trips, and what makes New York City unique. Sharing America's story. Inspiring road trips by telling people where to go. It's what we do with a little from fascinating guests such as Evan Stern, and our AI generated cohosts.
As the song says, come along for the ride.
Jan 5, 2025
Jan 5, 2025
1hr 7 min
A special thanks to Elizabeth Olwig of the Route 66 Association of Missouri for joining us this morning, our first program of the new year! Olwig's infectious enthusiasm and boundless curiosity were a great way to start the day. If you would like more information about Route 66 in Missouri, start with a visit to the Route 66 Association of Missouri website - www.missouri66.org May I suggest lending these fine folks a hand by becoming a supporter?
I hope that you enjoyed the conversation between Jim Hinckley and Elizabeth Olwig. Join us next Sunday morning for another shared adventure on Coffee With Jim for more stories from the open road! Our special guest will be master storyteller Evan Stern, creator of the acclaimed Vanishing Postcards podcast. Invite your friends, grab a cup of coffee and join the conversation.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to our amazing advertising partners for making these programs possible:
Enchanted Trails Trading Post and RV Park in Albuquerque, a 1940s trading post, a modern RV park with views of the Sandia Mountains, and a vintage travel trailer display, a perfect stop for a nostalgic experience on Route 66.
The Wagon Wheel Motel in Cuba, Missouri, offering charming accommodations with a touch of vintage elegance. The oldest continuously operated motel on Route 66 is not just a place to rest the weary head, it is a destination.
The Roadrunner Lodge Motel in Tucumcari, New Mexico, where classic Americana meets modern comfort. Time travel is possible. Experience a bit of 1960s swank at this Route 66 treasure. Tell David that Jim sent you and ask for a tiki room.
RouteTrip USA is your go-to guide for unforgettable road trips. Cruising legendary Route 66, exploring California in a convertible, jumping on a motorbike for one of our group tours, or experiencing the breathtaking Canadian Rockies onboard the Rocky Mountaineer train, RouteTrip USA is your bespoke road trip holiday specialist.
Supporters of our crowdfunding initiative on Patreon where you get a peek behind the curtain at Jim Hinckley’s America, and support development of our educational programs.
And the Cactus Inn Motel in McLean, Texas, a cozy retreat on the Mother Road. A 1950s-time capsule, and a whole lot of Texas hospitality. Perfect!
Thank you for joining us this morning.
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.