Episode 1: Gainesville

Interstate 35 begins in the border city of Laredo, and its role as a major port of entry has made it more than just an economic hub. Since 1898, it's been home to Washington's Birthday Celebration, a month-long series of events attracting over 400,000 guests in honor of America's ...  Show more

Cotulla, Texas has used its place on the Eagle Ford Pass, an oil and natural gas field, to keep its economy afloat. However, the latest oil bust has turned Cotulla to a new form of revenue: heritage tourism. Now the sleepy small town is undergoing a transformation to pull drivers ...  Show more

There was a glorious time in American history when circus sideshow performers lived together in a small town in Florida. Learn about the fascinating history of Gibtown today!

In the US those ubiquitous blue highway signs that tell you which direction you’ll find a Burger King have an interesting backstory. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information. 

The Power Big Meet is the largest classic American auto show in the world, and it features some staples of Southern U.S. culture: rock 'n' roll, beer, and much more. So why is it in Sweden?

This giant limestone cave outside of St. Louis, MO. is home to a combination of kitsch and world-class scenery.

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