Few places on earth are better at turning dreams into reality than the small towns of Cape Cod, Massachusetts. Each summer Cape residents step up to the plate, offering college baseball players their homes, in their communities, and a once in a lifetime opportunity to prove themselves worthy of playing in the major leagues. And then it’s on to Savannah, Georgia where Rodney and Jann learn the "sweet science" behind that most southern of all confections, the glorious Praline. Original Air Date: January 1, 2021
It’s the ‘Alps of the Pacific Northwest’ and from rejoicing in the reindeer to our nod to the nutcracker it’s a town that knows how to celebrate Christmas. Then, it’s a Texas version of Bethlehem with a special appearance from Joni Eareckson Tada! Original Air Date: December 18, 2020
Rodney and Jann enroll at the CW Howard Santa School in Midland, MI. It’s a sneak peek inside the institution that's known as Yale of Yuletide education. And a look at a special Christmas tradition deep in the heart of Texas. Original Air Date: December 11, 2020
A small Colorado town’s come back from near extinction now boasts one of the most unique Christmas celebrations in the country. And every December the waters of Newport Beach, California glow with the spirit of Christmas. Original Air Date: November 27, 2020
Every February, hundreds of people come up with crazy costumes and crowd into the small town of Camden, Maine, to ride a wooden sled down a steep icy chute and onto a frozen pond. The U.S. National Toboggan Championship is a cool competition like no other sporting event in the world. Original Air Date: November 20, 2020
Rodney and Jann celebrate and honor the men and women who have served in the military in this special episode. Also meet a man who used his life’s entire savings to create a permanent full-scale replica of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall that’s in Washington, D.C. Original Air Date: November 6, 2020
Route 66 in Missouri offers enough food and fun to prove the “Show Me State” earns its name. Add "Tow Mater,” the Sheriff, general stores & an arched bridge in Kansas, and you’ll understand why on Rt 66, historic Small Towns are iconic Big Deals! Original Air Date: October 30, 2020
Jann and Rodney hit the road in search of steals and deals as they travel across the length of Kentucky on Historic Highway 68 for the annual 400 Mile Yard Sale. Come along and see what kind of crazy deals they find along the way. Original Air Date: October 23, 2020
We visit a small vacation town in South Carolina where playing ball for one weekend will satisfy everyone’s appetite. It’s a one a spicy meatball . . . and record setting! Then we get an inside look at a mower that has revolutionized the industry, and it’s American Made! Original Air Date: October 16, 2020
Discover what famed American Picker Mike Wolfe has in his private collection! And watch as Rodney tries out one of Mike’s prized possessions…yikes! And a visit one town that’s not offended when you say it’s ‘full of Bologna’. In fact, they celebrate the deli delicacy by closing down city streets and throwing …bologna…(You thought we were going to say a Party!) Actually, it IS a big party with a bologna-ring toss contest (who knew!?) and their famed outhouse races. Original Air Date: October 09, 2020
Who knew candied sweet orange chunks and candied sweet raisin crispies could be names of pickles?! Join us in the tiny town of St. Joe, Indiana and see how this family owned pickle factory does it! Then, it’s a senior prom like you’ve never seen before. And finally, see how horses are being used to heal heroes. Original Air Date: September 18, 2020
The color of the day is Irish green as the town of Hot Springs, Arkansas hosts the World’s Shortest St Patrick’s Day Parade. Then we visit a rural town in Ohio that grows by giving. Original Air Date: September 11, 2020
Rodney and Jann see that there’s a whole lot more to be Danish than good pastry. Then we get up close and personal with the ill-tempered residents of an Alpaca farm. Original Air Date: September 4, 2020
Jann and Rodney travel to Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania for the untold story of what really goes on during the annual Groundhog Day Celebration. Original Air Date: August 28, 2020
The butter lovin' queen of the kitchen, Paula Deen invites Rodney and Jann into her home for some true southern hospitality! Jann gets a pound cake baking lesson from Paula and Rodney gets a tour of Savannah's harbor from her seafaring captain hubby! We find out how it all began for Paula in the kitchen of her modest home with just sandwiches and her sons as delivery boys! Original Air Date: August 22, 2020
Day one over 80,000 oysters consumed! Near the northern tip of Cape Cod grow the famous Wellfleet Oysters and we are taking you to their annual festival. Rodney heads out to the bay before dawn to learn how to harvest the delicacy and both Jann and Rodney eat an oyster for the very first time. They'll also show you the Oyster Shuck-Off Championships and introduce you to the lucky winner. Original Air Date: August 13, 2020
Food, Fun, and festivities make the Minnesota State Fair the place to be at the end of every summer. And talk about bringing in the dough - Rodney and Jann have the sweet honor of meeting the Mogul who sells 4 million dollars of chocolate chip cookies in just 12 days! Nationwide’s exciting new competition Pitch to Win, where small business owners compete for cash prizes to help their dreams come true. Original Air Date: August 7, 2020
Get the behind the scenes look at how one U.S. manufacture of dinnerware is still ‘making it in America’! Then we dig up a spot at the world’s largest adult sandbox in the Nevada desert. Original Air Date: July 25, 2020
It’s West Virginia’s largest one day festival and takes base jumping to a whole new level! Yikes, it’s the third highest bridge in the U.S. Original Air Date: July 18, 2020
We’ve seen a lot of things from coast to coast but one small town surprises even us with all the crazy ways they find to celebrate one weekend every year. Don’t be chicken, to tune in! Original Air Date: March 3, 2020
What do a bunch of ventriloquists talk about when put into a single room? You might want to ask their dummies! Every July, tricks are traded, and secrets are shared at the annual Ventriloquist convention in Erlanger, Kentucky. We peek behind the curtain at the world of ventriloquism, including a visit with world-famous ventriloquist Terry Fator. Original Air Date: Feb 25, 2020
Giant, beautifully carved Chinese boats invade the waters of Rhode Island and compete for top dragon! Original Air Date: Feb 18, 2020
Discover the favorite breakfast food of the Northeast as they celebrate the local apple harvest and this local sunrise specialty. We visit a retirement home for the famous neon signs of Las Vegas. Or...
"America's Mother Road" is attracting visitors from all over the world! Join in on the trip and see why Route 66 is still filling adventurers' hearts with a sense of awe. Original Air Date: Feb 04, 20...
A small town is invaded by a band of pirates while they are busy bringing the famous pilgrim ship, the Mayflower back to life! Then, meet a Midwestern farmer that gives away all that he grows! Original Air Date: Jan 11, 2020
Unravel the mysteries behind the season's twisted treat. Then, travel to Michigan to visit the world's largest Christmas store. Plus, a small town where the spirit of giving practically grows on trees. Original Air Date: Dec 17, 2019
One town's unique tradition to bless its fleet of shrimp boats and the ceremony and party along with it! Then it's off to a restaurant in a very small town that actually serves up over a million peopl...
For one weekend every summer, Montgomery, Minnesota gets it's Kolacky on as it's transformed into the Czech culture capital of the United Original Air Date: Nov 12, 2019
60 competitors from 30 countries...It's a competition even we had never heard of before. We furrow our brow as we wonder, Can America take the top. Original Air Date: Nov. 5, 2019
Just outside Dalton, Ohio, old things are made new. Lehman's sells old-style appliances for a simpler life and stocks items made by Amish craftsmen. Original Air Date: October 29, 2019
It's the National Fence Whitewashing competition! The small town that is the birthplace of Mark Twain goes all out to celebrate their hometown hero. Wacky competitions, contests, and a trip inside tha...
In Jackson Hole, Wyoming, shedding Elk Antlers raise big bucks for local scouts while preserving their habitat. Original Air Date: October 14, 2019
We've seen a lot of things from coast to coast but one small town surprises even us with all the crazy ways they find to celebrate one weekend every year. Don't be chicken to tune in. Original Air Da...
Nestled in the mountains of West Virginia was one of the best kept U.S. government secrets. We take you underground to see it all. And you won't believe the above ground, a multi-million resort that w...
The small town of Dahlonega, Georgia is ground zero for a behind-the-scenes peek at the world's most elite soldiers. Jump into the action as the US Army Rangers show the world what they can do. Origin...
Do you ever wonder what happens to old planes? Come explore with us as we visit one of the largest graveyards where over 4,400 aircraft are collecting dust. Original Air Date: June 03, 2019
Visit a small town in the upper Midwest with us as it explodes with excitement and more than 100,000 fans who come to admire or even buy their dream car. Then it's a pizza war; New York or Chicago st...
It's a boat race you must see to believe where the vessels are enormous, hollowed out pumpkins! Tenacity may be the most important quality as these bobbing pumpkins leave a bit to be desired as a tru...
Just when you think you've seen a festival for everything...a small town in Ohio celebrates the Woolyworm! Yep, that black and orange caterpillar that they claim predicts the upcoming winter weather. ...
It's all about farm to table. We visit the farms with Rodney and Jann and one very creative ice cream shop that is super selective about the dairy they get their milk and cream from and very creative...
Come along as the Ponies of Chincoteague Island take to the sea for their yearly swim! Stallions and their mares, and foals make their way to shore across the channel. Each year, in order to keep the...
It's a party to beat all parties! A celebration of the days of Spanish Missions, Mexican Cowboys, and Flamenco dancing! Original Air Date: February 18, 2019
Two all-American favorites play center stage! Apples and Popcorn...it's harvest time! Travel to the festival with Rodney and Jann to help us celebrate them. Original Air Date: February 11, 2019
We'll discover what makes sweetcorn so, well...sweet! And Rodney and Jann find a town dedicated to celebrating this summertime favorite. Serving up a ton of fun including a sweetcorn eating contest. T...
If there is one place that packs in enough Christmas Spirit to last the entire year it's Grapevine, Texas. The official Christmas Capital of Texas. But California also does it right by recreating the...
Join Rodney and Jann as they travel to check out some of the most adored Christmas spots in America. Original Air Date: December 22, 2018
Get in the Christmas Spirit as Rodney and Jann celebrate in a vintage New England town and learn to believe in Santa once again aboard the Polar Express. Then, hidden deep in the Ozarks are Monks who ...
Meet a man who decorates every single Crackle Barrel! He runs a HUGE decor warehouse overflowing with real antiques like you've never seen. Then, what about growing ice castles for a living? Finally,...
There are some "big deals" that change the course of a country for the better and this is certainly true of the Civil Rights movement. We visit 3 powerful places in Alabama that certainly qualify incl...
Meet a man who turned his backyard into a mini Wrigley Field and a mini Fenway Park, and raises half a million dollars playing wiffle ball! Then, get an insider's look at the breeding farm of those f...
It's the Oldest, Longest, and Largest bike ride in the world! See thousands of riders, many from all over the U.S. and even from across the world, who accept the challenge. Tune in to see this hidden ...
Meet seafaring enthusiasts who are keeping the tradition of the sailing multi-mast sailing ships alive. Then, do you know what prompted the very first Ronald McDonald House or where? We visit the very...
This week we head to Spring Training in Arizona! Find out which team has fans SO loyal we found them hosting their wedding reception at their team's home field! Aired on October 15, 2018.
Jann and Rodney are in Atlanta, Georgia to celebrate communities all around the world that are making a difference. Aired on October 8, 2018.
Jann and Rodney are in Oak Ridge, North Carolina. It's known as "The Old Mill of Guilford." Join them as they experience the most picturesque and rich history filled location they have ever visited. A...
Jann and Rodney take us back in time to Dearborn Michigan. Aired September 17, 2018.
Jann and Rodney take us to meet Wisconsin's Fastest Grandma. Plus we head to bluegrass country and see how horses are bred. Aired September 10, 2018
Jann and Rodney get their hands in the dough, visit the fine-feathered residents of Ostrichland USA, and an up-close look at how communities are helping youth around the country. Aired August 27, 2018
We take you on a 120-mile canoe race across the state of Michigan down the AuSable River . . . at night! Aired August 20, 2018
We have the inside scoop on New Hampshire's best trail across the state. Aired August 13, 2018
We visit a small vacation town in South Carolina where playing ball for one weekend will satisfy everyone's appetite. Then we get an inside look at a mower that has revolutionized the industry, and it...