Own the Road with Kelli and Bob

Kelli & Bob Phillips
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After more than 50 years crisscrossing Texas, Kelli and Bob Phillips continue on a perpetual road trip of America's back roads where the people are real, the stories are rich and the journey is always the destination.

  1. Maine Maritime Museum: Shipyards that Shaped America

    15h ago

    Maine Maritime Museum: Shipyards that Shaped America

    America was born on the water. We uncover Maine's massive impact on U.S. history, independence, and maritime identity at the Maine Maritime Museum.

    22 min

  2. Jun 15

    Why the World's Largest Truck Stop Matters to America | Iowa 80

    Everything you buy, eat, or wear was delivered by a truck. We tour the massive Iowa 80 Truckstop in Walcott, Iowa, to look at the massive scale of the American trucking industry. Established in 1964 before the interstate highway system was even finished, Iowa 80 has grown into a 220-acre megaplex built with one goal: serving the professional driver. With parking for 900 tractor-trailers and open 24/7/365, it stands as a monument to the endurance of the American trucker.

    25 min
  3. Halfway Compilation

    Jun 10

    Halfway Compilation

    In this special mid-tour episode of Own the Road, Kelli and Bob Phillips map out the incredible six-month journey ahead as they continue their mission to explore 250 years of American history, culture, and jaw-dropping landscapes across all 50 states. From the cutting edge of the space age to the opulence of the Gilded Age, the second half of this itinerary is diving deep into the heartbeat of America.

    15 min
  4. Oak Ridge: The Secret City's Role in the Manhattan Project

    Jun 1

    Oak Ridge: The Secret City's Role in the Manhattan Project

    Discover Oak Ridge, TN—the "Secret City" that changed the world. Explore the Manhattan Project’s legacy, the race for the atomic bomb, and why this hidden Tennessee valley was America's best-kept military secret.

    43 min
  5. Hoover Dam History & The Boulder Dam Hotel: A Journey into the American Southwest

    May 25

    Hoover Dam History & The Boulder Dam Hotel: A Journey into the American Southwest

    Experience the Hoover Dam, a 1936 engineering marvel and the heartbeat of the Southwest. Stay where the history was made at the Boulder Dam Hotel—the storied residence for dignitaries and stars, located in the town that built the dam.

    20 min
  6. Bennington Museum: Grandma Moses & The Spirit of America

    May 18

    Bennington Museum: Grandma Moses & The Spirit of America

    Discover the heart of American folk art at Bennington Museum. Home to the world's largest public collection of Grandma Moses paintings, we celebrate the 250th anniversary of the USA by exploring the rural landscapes and stories that shaped our nation.

    35 min
  7. Molloy’s Tavern | Colma, CA: 1.5 Million Souls, One Great Bar

    May 11

    Molloy’s Tavern | Colma, CA: 1.5 Million Souls, One Great Bar

    Discover Molloy’s Tavern in Colma, the "City of Souls." With a dead-to-living ratio of 1,000 to 1, see why this historic tavern has been the local favorite for over 140 years.

    21 min
  8. Berdine’s Five and Dime: America’s Oldest Operating Dimestore

    May 3

    Berdine’s Five and Dime: America’s Oldest Operating Dimestore

    Experience a "giant leap back in time" at Berdine’s Five and Dime, the nation’s oldest continuously operating dimestore since 1908. Located in Harrisville, West Virginia, this historic landmark features original oak counters, tin ceilings, and a nostalgic collection of penny candy and classic tin toys. It remains a cherished piece of Americana, preserving the authentic small-town shopping experience for over a century.

    23 min
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After more than 50 years crisscrossing Texas, Kelli and Bob Phillips continue on a perpetual road trip of America's back roads where the people are real, the stories are rich and the journey is always the destination.

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