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External Rating11%
201330 minEnded

Alternate Route

Network:Esquire Network

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S01E06 - "Chesapeake Bay"

Aired on Dec 26, 2013, 3:30 AM

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The great American road trip meets the modern era as photojournalist and blogger Matt Hranek hits the road in search of people, places and objects that embody the timeless American spirit. As Matt crosses the country, his curiosity and passion propel him to places and expose him to people and things that most would never encounter.

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Status
Ended
Language
English
Runtime
30 min
Premiered
November 20, 2013
Ended
December 25, 2013
Schedule
Wednesday at 10:30 PM

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Episodes (1 Season · 6 Episodes)

Nashville

Matt melts his taste buds with fried chicken and tries bourbon made of quinoa—yes, quinoa—as he drives around Nashville in '69 Chevy Pickup. Plus, custom fit jeans, and the thrill and occasional terror of driving a stock car.

Nov 20, 2013

30 min

Montauk

Matt goes on an ill-advised fishing trip off the tip of Long Island. Also: a look inside a clam shack kitchen; and a day on board a commercial-fishing trawler.

Nov 27, 2013

30 min

Charleston

Matt does his own clamming, visits one of the nation's largest flea markets, spends some time with an award-winning bartender, and does his very best to pass as a true Southern gentlemen in Charleston, South Carolina.

Dec 4, 2013

30 min

Everglades

Matt learns the art of late-night frog hunting (and eating), and then has a close encounter with Florida's most dangerous wildlife as he visits the Everglades in a '75 Ford Bronco. Plus, tarpon fishing with a Hall of Fame guide, Steve Huff.

Dec 11, 2013

30 min

Chicago

Matt visits Chicago and eats hot dogs for breakfast, lunch and dinner; and is fitted for a bespoke jacket by a legendary Italian tailor.

Dec 18, 2013

30 min

Chesapeake Bay

Season 1 ends with Matt exploring the Maryland shore in a classic 1950s MG. Also: custom-fit shotguns; old-fashioned boat building; trot lining for blue crab.

Dec 25, 2013

30 min

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