Take a Backroad Travel is your audio guide to the hidden side of the USA. Hosted by filmmaker and explorer James, this podcast takes you beyond the big cities and into the heart of America’s backroads—where small towns, quirky roadside attractions, scenic byways, and vibrant local festivals await. Episodes feature real travel stories, hand-picked itineraries, unique road trip ideas, and insider tips to help you plan unforgettable trips off the beaten path. Whether you’re dreaming of your next weekend getaway or are already on the road, tune in and discover the charm and character that make America’s hidden places worth the detour. Visit our website at takeabackroadtravel.com

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Take a Backroad Travel is your audio guide to the hidden side of the USA. Hosted by filmmaker and explorer James, this podcast takes you beyond the big cities and into the heart of America’s backroads—where small towns, quirky roadside attractions, scenic byways, and vibrant local festivals await. Episodes feature real travel stories, hand-picked itineraries, unique road trip ideas, and insider tips to help you plan unforgettable trips off the beaten path. Whether you’re dreaming of your next weekend getaway or are already on the road, tune in and discover the charm and character that make America’s hidden places worth the detour. Visit our website at takeabackroadtravel.com
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Recent Episodes

August 4, 2025
Midwest Mega Thrills - Midwest Coaster Quest
Welcome to the final part of our special three-part series, Midwest Coaster Quest, where we hit the road in search of the region’s wildest rides and best theme park vibes. In this week’s episode, Midwest Mega Thrills, we’re diving into five of the Midwest’s top theme parks: Michigan's Adventure (MI) Indiana Beach (IN) Holiday World (IN) Kings Island (OH) Cedar Point (OH) We’re talking coaster stats, crowd favorites, what makes each park stand out, and even throw in some roller coaster trivia to test your theme park knowledge. Plus, we rank the parks and give you the inside scoop on which ones are worth the detour. Strap in and hit play—Midwest Coaster Quest is rolling out now! Don't forget to share, rate, and subscribe for more content - every Monday and Thursday! If you missed parts one and two, you can find Heartland Screams and Northwoods Knockouts streaming on the podcast where we cover five more Midwest theme parks in each episode in the states of Iowa, Missouri, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Illinois.

July 31, 2025
More Than Corn In Indiana - Visit Indiana's Wabash Valley Region
There's More Than Corn in Indiana – Visit Indiana's Wabash Valley 🚗In this episode of Take a Backroad Travel, we’re hitting the hidden heart of Indiana’s Wabash Valley—where small towns, quirky attractions, and unforgettable adventures await. We’ll explore must-visit gems in Benton, Warren, Tippecanoe, White, Carroll, Cass, and Clinton counties, uncovering some of the state’s best-kept secrets along the way. Discover the thrills of Indiana Beach on Lake Shafer, get up close with wolves at Wolf Park, and step into aviation history at the Grissom Air Museum. We’ll also take you behind the scenes of a one-of-a-kind amateur circus in Peru, Indiana, and guide you to scenic parks, unique local museums, historic downtowns, and roadside oddities you won’t believe are real. Whether you're planning a day trip or a weekend escape, this episode is packed with backroad charm, family-friendly attractions, and off-the-beaten-path ideas to explore Indiana like never before. Hit play and take the scenic route through Indiana’s Wabash Valley—because there’s way more here than just corn.

July 28, 2025
Northwoods Knockouts - Midwest Coaster Quest Part 2
Welcome to part two of our special three-part series, Midwest Coaster Quest, where we hit the road in search of the region’s wildest rides and best theme park vibes. In this week’s episode, Northwoods Knockouts, we’re diving into five of the Midwest’s top theme parks: Arnold's Park Amusement Park (IA) Nickelodeon Universe (MN) Valleyfair (MO) Mt. Olympus (WI) Six Flags Great America (IL) We’re talking coaster stats, crowd favorites, what makes each park stand out, and even throw in some roller coaster trivia to test your theme park knowledge. Plus, we rank the parks and give you the inside scoop on which ones are worth the detour. 🎢💥 Next week, the ride wraps up as we head east for Midwest Mega Thrills—featuring five more Midwest must-visits including Michigan's Adventure, Indiana Beach, Holiday World, Kings Island, and Cedar Point in the states of Michigan, Indiana and Ohio. Strap in and hit play—Midwest Coaster Quest is rolling out now! Don't forget to share, rate, and subscribe for more content - every Monday and Thursday!
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