Jimmy Mac and Lindsay Lawler sit down with Scott Berney, his father Mike, and his daughter Claire for a conversation about cross country travel and the experiences that shaped each of them. Scott explains how he and Claire have taken two long road trips together. He talks through the planning, the routes, the stops they chose, and the moments that stood out to them. He also shares what it felt like to log his twelfth drive across the country.
Mike talks about his trips in the late sixties and early seventies with friends and family. He describes the vehicles, the roads, and the scenes from a very different era of travel. His background in public affairs, journalism, and state government gives him a clear view of how travel connects to American life.
Claire explains how her interest in travel started early and grew with each new experience. She has visited twenty eight states and eight countries. She shares her approach to food, people, and culture when she is on the road. Her motto is to live like a local, and she explains how that shaped the trip she took with her dad.
They talk through preparation, challenges, favorite stops, and the way long hours in the car help you learn about each other. Scott also talks about his site Take Back Roads and why he encourages people to slow down and explore smaller towns. You can read his newest blog post at https://takebackroads.com/2025/10/02/... and learn more about him at https://takebackroads.com/about
Website: https://takebackroads.com
Instagram: / takebackroadsusa
Facebook: / takebackroads
Scott is preparing to start a bi monthly radio show at a local station in Northern California. You can learn more at https://www.rivertheaterradio.com/about
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