Route 66 Centennial: Bagdad Cafe Interview with John Wease
Route 66 Centennial: Bagdad Cafe Interview with John Wease. Discovering Newberry Springs - Community, Jam-Making, Festivals, and Desert Life.
Welcome back to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series. In this episode, recorded from the Historic Bagdad Cafe in Newberry Springs, California, a gem nestled right along the iconic Route 66, we're joined by longtime resident and community leader John Wease, who shares his deep-rooted connection to this unique desert community.
Route 66 Centennial: Bagdad Cafe Interview with John Wease. Discovering Newberry Springs - Community, Jam-Making, Festivals, and Desert Life.
Welcome back to another episode of the Outdoor Adventure Series. In this episode, recorded from the Historic Bagdad Cafe in Newberry Springs, California, a gem nestled right along the iconic Route 66, we're joined by longtime resident and community leader John Wease, who shares his deep-rooted connection to this unique desert community.
You'll hear how John and his wife have woven themselves into the fabric of Newberry Springs, from running the community garden club and participating in local festivals, to launching their own cottage business focused on homemade jams and market gardening. Together, Howard and John explore the charm, resilience, and entrepreneurial spirit that define Newberry Springs—celebrating everything from its starlit skies and annual events to the warm, rural hospitality that keeps Route 66 adventurers coming back.
Whether you’re passionate about small-town community life, classic road trips, or simply searching for your next outdoor adventure, this episode will inspire you to see Newberry Springs through the eyes of those who call it home. So grab a good cup of coffee, settle in, and join us as we celebrate the history, people, and magic of Newberry Spring, and The Mother Road, Route 66!
LEARN MORE
To learn more about Newberry Springs, CA, the Route 66
Big Birthday Bash, the Pistachio Festival, and much more, visit the Newberry Springs Chamber of Commerce at https://newberryspringschamber.com/ or on these social sites:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NewberrySpringsChamber
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nbsp_chamberofcommerce/
The Mother Road e-Newsletter: https://motherroadnewsletter.com/newsletter/
The World Famous Historical Bagdad Cafe: https://bagdad-cafe-usa.com/
IMDB | Bagdad Cafe: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0095801/
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KEYWORDS
John Wease, Newberry Springs, Newberry Springs Chamber of Commerce, Route 66 Centennial, Bagdad Cafe, Outdoor Adventure Series, Podcast Interview
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