Here it is! The final episode of Across America. So sit back and enjoy this extra-long episode where Robert tells Jack of his time in the Florida Keys. It was the final stretch and the last hundred miles were bittersweet, just like the ending of this podcast. Thanks for listening! Hope you enjoyed!
Jack is back in this episode of Across America, and the guys talk about walking through Florida, stealth camping, free candy, and for some reason the new Avengers movie.
Jack sits this episode out, but it's okay because Robert has another guest in store-- His mom. Robert and his mom talk about the walk's inception and how it impacted the family. They also discuss walking through central Florida and sleeping at home.
Robert and Jack are back in the studio. This time they discuss Robert's trek through north Florida and into Tampa. Robert visits family and friends as he passes through.
Robert talks about the rest of his trek through Georgia, which included cheap motels, cold nights, and a laundromat.
Robert is now in Georgia! He takes the scenic route through a national forest before crossing that border. He then meets up with an old high school friend, Brian. Brian takes him out to eat and to gather supplies. Then Robert does some homework before hitting the road again.
Jack and Robert are back in the studio! The holidays were hectic but now it's back to business. Robert recaps the last episode's events before getting into the new stuff. Robert sleeps at a park, gets harrassed by dogs, and makes his way towards Georgia!
Robert and Jack discuss Alabama with this very food-centric episode. They talk fast food, BBQ, doing homework at McDonald's, and what constitutes a complimentary breakfast.
Jack and Robert start off the podcast by talking about the technical issues they've recently had. But things are working now! So it's back to talking about the walk! On this episode, Robert shares an interesting story about meeting a Lhasa Apso on the side of the road who he named Ruffles. Robert and Ruffles became fast friends and traveled together for a WHOLE day.
Robert is getting closer and closer to Florida. On this episode of Across America, Robert discusses his short trek through Kentucky, Tennessee, and Mississippi. He doesn't spend long in any of the states, but still gets to experience his fair share of southern charm... and storms. If you'd like to help us out, you can visit Patreon.com/7lamb to donate.
Things are not easy for Robert on this episode. He tells of the struggles of crossing both the Mississippi and Ohio Rivers. Both of which have bridges without shoulders, or really, any place to walk. How will Robert cross you ask? Well, listen to find out!!
Robert is on Highway 60 in Missouri heading towards the Mississippi River. Things don't go well when Robert's cart breaks (again...) and he's forced to buy a new one. Luckily Robert meets a nice guy who works at an RV Park who's willing to drive him around to help him out. Don't forget to rate and review!!
Robert tells Jack all about his time in Salem, Missouri. No there's nothing about witches. Robert stresses that often. Instead, Robert talks about the nice motel owner who let him stay for a week in her motel free of charge. Also, stick around after the credits for a clip from Story, the audio drama based on Robert's walk across the country!! Don't forget to rate and review!!
Jack's back and the duo dynamic is once again intact. Robert tells Jack about his week of hell that includes: storms, cops, broken wheels, and missing campsites. Robert also stops in Salem, but not THAT Salem. Don't forget to rate and review!!
Sadly, Jack had to sit this episode out but we wanted to make sure we released an episode this week. Luckily Robert was able to invite two friends (Jason and Josh) to chat with him about his walk. This is more a Q and A podcast rather than an episode that will further the story. But Jason asks some questions that he's been dying to have answered. Oh, and everyone is drinking so don't worry about the slurring and random noises.
Robert and Jack discuss powdered Gatorade, broken tires, cheap motels, and Golden Girls. They also take some time out to practice creating their own sound effects in case the need ever arises. Don't forget to rate and review.
There weren't many times that Robert questioned the walk, but the day he climbed Monkey Mountains was one of those days. On the newest episode of Across America, Robert discusses one of the toughest days of walking.
Robert talks about arriving in Missouri. A new state and all new adventures. Robert stays at an RV Park where he meets a generous couple who help fix his cart. He then heads south and meets a cop who saves him from some evil unleashed dogs. Don't forget to rate and review!!
After Lincoln, Robert continues his trek through the rest of Nebraska. At one point, he finds a nice hiking trail off the beaten path: The Steamboat Trail. Robert is able to follow this trail along the Missouri River for the entire day. And when he reaches the end... He's in a new state! Welcome to Missouri!!
After Robert and Jack finish talking about movies and superheroes they get back to walk talk. Robert is still in Nebraska. He talks about the heat, what happens when he starts school, and his rest week in Lincoln.
Robert and Jack talk about social media, fans of the podcast, and random bags of food. There also is a small segment where Robert and Jack complain about railroad cops.
Robert talks more about Nebraska and discusses the worst night on the walk which included police, rain, and sleep paralysis. Robert also gets interviewed by a reporter and makes some Facebook friends.
Robert discusses his time in Nebraska and how he handled the hardships of extreme heat and lack of resources. Nebraska was a different beast than Robert was used to with cornfields as far as the eye can see, which made camping difficult. Also, Robert had a tough time being swarmed and pelted by grasshoppers.
Say goodbye to Wyoming because Robert has finally made it to Nebraska! Robert and Jack welcome friend of the show Josh to the podcast. The three guys talk about Chimney Rock, cornfields, and tornadoes. If you would like to help donate, visit www.patreon.com/7lamb
Robert is still on his way to Nebraska. He stops in the small towns of Guernsey and Lingle. When a storm hits, Robert takes refuge in a church and meets a nice pastor and a bunch of friendly bikers. Don't forget to rate and review!
Robert is staying with a pastor and his family. All is well but things get awkward when Robert is asked tough religious questions about movies. After his relaxing stay though, Robert jumps back on the highway and heads east towards Nebraska. Don't forget to rate and review!!
After leaving Shoshoni, Robert makes his way along a long stretch of nothing. A hundred miles to be exact. Luckily, along this stretch he meets a pastor who offers up his home. When Robert reaches Casper he takes the pastor up on his offer. Jack and Robert also discuss religion. Don't forget to follow us on Twitter and Instagram: @7lambpodcasts
Robert and Jack try to stay on topic this week, due to popular request. Robert is in Thermopolis enjoying hot springs and smoothies. He doesn't stay long though. Back on the road a couple days later and he ends up running into some tunnel trouble on his way south. Does Robert make it? Listen to find out!!
Robert is in Wyoming!! He discusses walking through small towns, meeting nice people, being interviewed for the Basin Republican, and seeing herds of antelope. Things are really moving along and Robert is now a third of the way across the country. Don't forget to rate and review!!
Here it is, the last episode about Montana. Robert travels along highway 310 and makes his way towards the Wyoming border. On the way, he rips his cart, meanders around dead rattlesnakes, and sees a creepy house (although it probably wasn't actually creepy). He then hits Wyoming! Making his way into a new state all by his lonesome.
