Ways of Living: A.M. Hickman Interview

In this episode of American Miles, host Josh Colvin takes listeners on a journey through the heart of America, exploring themes of culture, travel, and personal stories. The conversation features trucker Andy Patterson sharing tales from the road, and an interview with writer A.M. Hickman, who reflects on his life and the duality of American culture. The episode also delves into the romanticism of hitchhiking, the challenges of modern travel, and a love letter to America. There's also a Small Town Talk call to Littleton, New Hampshire, and a great new song from the Americana artist Hunter Gatherer. Chapters00:00 Introduction to American Miles02:02 Breaker 1-9 with Andy Patterson05:27 Storytelling: King of the Hard Cases13:02 Interview with A.M. Andy Hickman: A Writer's Journey17:54 The Duality of American Culture27:10 Hitchhiking: A Journey of Discovery32:09 Traveling Beyond Automobiles34:30 The Relay Race of Life37:19 Resignation and Reflection on American Identity39:40 Travel Recommendations and Personal Favorites42:00 The Impact of Modern Convenience43:30 Small Town Talk: Littleton, NH50:50 A.M. Hickman Reads Excerpt from Deep Canyon Elders01:00 Song: The Big Empty by Hunter Gatherer