RV Small Talk Podcast

Designing the Next Great RV with inTech RV - episode 184

How does an innovative RV manufacturer continue to bring fresh products to the market? What inspires new directions, designs, and feature sets? Well, we tapped Keith at inTech RV for a conversation about just that!

Spring Activities for RV Enthusiasts - episode 183

What's going to add that perfect amount of flavor and motivation to your springtime RV trips? Do you need a boost? Do you need to heighten the plans a little? We have some activities in mind, and we've included the healthy reasons why we should give all of these ideas a try!

Have RV Dealerships Learned Anything? | episode 182

We took the show on the road, and we ran into Phil Ingrassia, the president of the RVDA! PJ and Phil talk about what lessons have been learned in the past tumultuous years for both the RV industry and RV consumers.

The Power to Go RVing with Go Power Solar | episode 181

What's the latest in technology for powering your RV off-grid? We met up with Go Power at the 2023 RVDA Expo and learned a bit about what's available and what people might need to achieve the camping setups they're hoping for.

Bring You Inflatables with You when You RV! | episode 180

In the never-ending quest to bring more creature comforts with us when we RV, we all start looking at packability, weight, and design. Well, it's tough to beat things that squash down and conform to almost any shape for travel, but expand and add comfort at the campground! So, join Lindsay and Clint as they look at some of the best new options RVers have in RV and travel-related inflatable goods!

Bring Your Inflatables with You when You RV! | episode 180

In the never-ending quest to bring more creature comforts with us when we RV, we all start looking at packability, weight, and design. Well, it's tough to beat things that squash down and conform to almost any shape for travel, but expand and add comfort at the campground! So, join Lindsay and Clint as they look at some of the best new options RVers have in RV and travel-related inflatable goods!

Texas K-9 Overland inspires Self-Sufficient Travel | episode 179

Tyler Hunter from TXK9Overland has it figured out. After years of urban rat-race entrapment, he's taken to a life of travel, exploration, and nature! Along with his two dogs, Duke and Lacy, Tyler has navigated tough terrain and camped in places you and I have only dreamed of. Join us as we find out from Tyler how he got to this place, and why it's possibly the best thing, ever!

The 2023 RV Gift Guide Episode! 178

This year's RV Gift Guide is finally out, and hopefully, it'll help with those last-minute gift ideas for ever-difficult-to-buy RVers! You know the ones we're talking about. Maybe you'll find the perfect gift for them—or maybe the perfect gift for you!

Matt’s RV Reviews... Us! episode 177

Welcome to a special episode of RV Small Talk Podcast, where we dive into the world of RV reviewing on YouTube. Join your hosts, PJ and Lindsay, as they sit down with none other than Matt from Matt's RV Reviews, one of the leading voices in the YouTube RV reviewing community.   In this episode, Matt shares his journey and experiences as a recreational vehicle reviewer on YouTube. Get ready to go behind the scenes and discover the highs and lows of Matt's journey and channel growth. But tha...

A Banker Explains RV Financing | episode 176

Welcome to the next episode of the RV Small Talk Podcast! In episode 176, get ready to dive into the dollars and cents of RV life as we sit down with the incredible Teri Lambright Krauss, a banking wizard with a passion for RV financing. Join your favorite hosts, PJ, Lindsay, and Clint from Princess Craft RV, as they embark on a financial adventure with Teri, exploring the ins and outs of RV financing from a banker's perspective. It's a rollercoaster of money matters, but don't worry; we pro...

Trains RVers Need to Ride! | episode 175

The magic, the romance, and the pace just draw us toward the railways! If you're an RVer who loves scenic drives, you're likely to be the type to love the feeling of gliding through incredible landscapes on the rails. Get on track with Lindsay and Clint as they talk about some truly dreamy train rides that should be on everybody's bucket lists!

Lightship RV’s EV Trailer for Campers! episode 174

Y'all, this EV camping trailer from Lightship RV is bonkers! In the best way, of course. If the world is going to eventually go the EV route, trailers like this are going to help to usher in the electrified age of RV travel.

Don’t Make These RV Road Mistakes! episode 173

What are the most common reasons RVers end up in accidents and trip-ending wrecks? We take a look and discuss how to stay safe on the roadways!

RV Time Capsule with 1979 Trailer Life Magazine | ep. 172

We found a 1979 copy of Trailer Life magazine, and it's incredible! The things that have changed and the things that are still true and relevant today are really amazing. Join the RV Small Talk Podcast team as we muse about the similarities and differences between the RV world yesterday and today!

Rebuilding Lives with Sister Corps. episode 171

Traveling with the purpose to serve people, often the ones who are overlooked, is a mission for an incredible group of women, known as the Sister Corps. Gena Curtis joined the RV Small Talk Podcast to bring us up to speed on how the Sister Corps. was born from the heart to uplift and support that's found in the Sisters on the Fly movement. And now, the Sister Corps. puts tools in the hands of skilled women to really impact lives around the U.S.

Spot a Quality RV | episode 170

Sometimes we need to tell our eyes what they're looking for, or they'll just tell us what's enticing to them! The same is true when we're looking at RVs! So, if you want to know what to look for to make sure you're getting an RV that will really work for you, take a listen to this episode of the RV Small Talk Podcast!

Best Haunts to Visit in the US episode 169

You know we love themes to help us plan trips! What about a road trip to see and possibly stay at some of the most haunted hotels, inns, and bed-and-breakfasts we can find across this fair land! You gotta check this episode out with PJ, Clint, and Lindsay!

Personalizing Your RV | episode 168

Making your RV your very own often means adding to (or taking away from) what the manufacturer originally put on it. Only you know what works for you, right?! In this episode of the RV Small Talk Podcast, PJ, Lindsay, and Clint talk about various things they've seen or done to RVs to give them a touch better fit or feel for the owner. There may even be some controversy in this one!

El Nino for RVers with Avery Tomasco! ep.167

When you want to understand how the weather will affect your travel plans, you go to a friend who specializes in the field! Avery Tomasco joins us for the second time to talk about weather and RV travel, and this time we want to know what our current El Nino weather pattern means for all of us who want to go places and see things!

The Best Sites with Campground Views | ep. 166

It can be difficult to find a site at all, sometimes... but who wants to arrive to find out that the site they've reserved is terrible or doesn't fit their needs? Well, we brought in Mark Koep from Campgroudviews.com to show us an easier, better way to find and reserve fantastic camping locations! Join PJ, Lindsay, and Clint as they learn about this powerful tool for RVers and campers of all kinds!

Historical Travel Plans with Thomas Cutter | ep. 165

We all need to find our angle or perspective that guides our travel goals and plans. Thomas Cutter has used his summers to view the US through the lens of history, geography, and culture. As a 23-year veteran of the war against pre-teen ignorance (a middle school teacher), he's taken his family to destinations all over the US for years. Listen in and be inspired!

üCamp and Davis Mountains Trips! episode 164

The team went camping and rallying in very very different parts of the country! PJ and Lindsay were at a manufacturer's rally in Ohio, and Clint was with family in the mountainous desert region of West Texas! Want to know more?

Life Changing RV Stories with Sebastian Oveysi!

The pathways in life should all be interesting and dynamic, don't you think? Well, Sebastian Oveysi's path to RVing is very interesting and dynamic. From adolescent political refugee to chef and restaurant owner, to certified RV technician and inspector, he and his wife have found a deep love for travel and the outdoors. You're going to love the stories found in this episode of the RV Small Talk Podcast!

RV Dealership Sales Tactics You Need to Know!

The sales personnel at RV Dealerships are certainly hoping to make a living by convincing you to trade your money for a product they carry. That's not a bad thing! But, it can bring on anxiety if you don't understand some of the "helpful" methods they employ to nudge a potential buyer to commit to a camper purchase. Take a listen and be both informed and prepared when you hit the sales lots to find your dream camper!

RV Manufacturer/Dealer Relations Affect YOU!

Every piece of the RV industry puzzle ends up having some effect on the end user... you, the consumer. So PJ, Lindsay, and Clint take some time to look at the intricacies of manufacturer/dealership relations and the various ways they impact RV buyers.

A Truck Camper Magazine Story

The unique demographic of Truck Camper enthusiasts has found Truck Camper Magazine to be a huge resource and guide for years! But, do you know Gordon and Angela White, the team behind the online digital publication? PJ, Lindsay, and Clint got a chance to talk with them after they attended the 2023 Texas Truck Camper Rally in Bandera, Texas last week. Get to know what this type of camping is all about!   RV Small Talk Podcast website: https://rvsmalltalk.com   Truck Camper Magazine websi...

159. Not Lion about RV Mold and Mildew

This episode of the RV Small Talk Podcast is here to make your life safer! Indeed, Mountain Lions are a rare sight across North America, but they are there! How many of them are out there? What should you do if your path crosses that of a mountain lion? Who knows?! Also, what steps can you take to prevent mold and mildew in your camper? We have answers for ya!   RV Small Talk Podcast website: https://rvsmalltalk.com

158. Prepare for Messes and Fun!

157. Brits Cross America in a German Truck Camper!

Meet the Ogdens! They're traveling across North America with a fantastic European rig that they shipped over for the adventure! They stopped by Princess Craft RV looking for tie-down upgrades and we saw an opportunity to make friends! Listen in!

156. Life Changing CirCAMPstances

Love may lead you to face challenges, but it can also bring your life so much more meaning as you navigate a life of challenges! Just ask Chis and Nikki Drews! They've committed to sharing the best of life with their granddaughter who has physical and developmental challenges, and camping helps to make it possible. Listen in as PJ and Lindsay from the RV Small Talk Podcast discuss life, travels, and full-timing with the Drews!

155. Is Now the Time to Buy an RV?

The landscape of the RV Market is vastly different from what it was just a matter of months ago. With that, we ask the question, "Is now the time to get a great deal on an RV?" Well, we'll explore that question together in this episode of the RV Small Talk Podcast!

154. Birds Make Life Better!

Easily one of the most mesmerizing and accessible ways to enjoy nature when you're RVing, camping, or hiking is to let your eyes and ears take in the wonders of nature. Birds have in a way helped guide adventures and exploration since the dawn of time, and we think it's time to give bird watching, or birding, a try! Clint and Lindsay sit down with Mary G. Zell, an avid bird watcher, to get inspired by the birds in our backyards and afar!

153. Crazy Things to See

If you need some weird and zany destinations and sites in your 2023 travel plans... have we got an episode for you! PJ, Lindsay, and Clint have some of the strangest and most unique destinations and attractions on their list today. Take a listen, and get some very one-of-a-kind travel ideas!

152. Camping Costs Less!

We all know the intangible benefits of travel, camping, and spending time in the great outdoors... but what are the real costs, and do the numbers make sense? PJ, Lindsay, and Clint look at the heavily rumored "savings" that RV enthusiasts tout when talking about travel plans and camping. Is the savings really there? Can you make your hard-earned cash go further?   All Episodes: https://rvsmalltalk.com   Princess Craft RV (website): https://princesscraft.com   RV Small Talk Podcast H...

Camping Costs Less! Episode 152

We all know the intangible benefits of travel, camping, and spending time in the great outdoors... but what are the real costs, and do the numbers make sense? PJ, Lindsay, and Clint look at the heavily rumored "savings" that RV enthusiasts tout when talking about travel plans and camping. Is the savings really there? Can you make your hard-earned cash go further?   All Episodes: https://rvsmalltalk.com   Princess Craft RV (website): https://princesscraft.com   RV Small Talk Podcast H...

150. Financing an RV is Perilous!

In this episode of the RV Small Talk Podcast, we're diving into the world of RV Financing! It may not sound exciting, but if you're armed with understanding you'll be hitting the road and camping in no time! Check out all of our episodes at: https://rvsmalltalk.com The three of us work at Princess Craft RV! https://princesscraft.com   PJ does RV Walkthrough Tour Videos! https://www.youtube.com/princesscraft   Hosts: PJ Buerger, Lindsay Buerger, Clint Sandberg Recorded at Princess Craf...

Financing an RV is Perilous! | ep 150

In this episode of the RV Small Talk Podcast, we're diving into the world of RV Financing! It may not sound exciting, but if you're armed with understanding you'll be hitting the road and camping in no time! Check out all of our episodes at: https://rvsmalltalk.com The three of us work at Princess Craft RV! https://princesscraft.com   PJ does RV Walkthrough Tour Videos! https://www.youtube.com/princesscraft   Hosts: PJ Buerger, Lindsay Buerger, Clint Sandberg Recorded at Princess Craf...

RERUN - Can My Truck Tow The Weight?

Lindsay went camping and her quick-trip got her thinking about how to make fast weekend getaways successful and enjoyable. Also, getting the right truck to tow a trailer safely can be confusing. We got Scott Almquist from Lance Campers to help us get a handle on what makes a truck more or less capable for your trailer travels!

149. Can My Truck Tow The Weight?

Lindsay went camping and her quick-trip got her thinking about how to make fast weekend getaways successful and enjoyable. Also, getting the right truck to tow a trailer safely can be confusing. We got Scott Almquist from Lance Campers to help us get a handle on what makes a truck more or less capable for your trailer travels!

RV Fuel Savings & Efficiency | ep. 148 | RV Small Talk Podcast

OUCH! That feeling of filling up your fuel tank when you're traveling. You're telling yourself it's good to invest in your self, your well being, your whatever wonderful thing it is that travel, camping, and RVing gets you. But, it hurts to see those numbers at the pump! We have a few ideas on how to save while you're pumping fuel, and a few more ways to save even when the wheels are turning!

148. RV Fuel Savings & Efficiency

OUCH! That feeling of filling up your fuel tank when you're traveling. You're telling yourself it's good to invest in your self, your well being, your whatever wonderful thing it is that travel, camping, and RVing gets you. But, it hurts to see those numbers at the pump! We have a few ideas on how to save while you're pumping fuel, and a few more ways to save even when the wheels are turning!

New Year Resolutions 2023 | ep 147 RV Small Talk

It's another year and PJ, Lindsay, and Clint are both checking in on how they did with last year's resolutions... and they're making new ones for 2023. Were they successful? Was progress made? Will they give up on the resolution game and go willy-nilly into the night of the new year? What happens?! Ahhhhhhhh!

147. New Year Resolutions 2023

It's another year and PJ, Lindsay, and Clint are both checking in on how they did with last year's resolutions... and they're making new ones for 2023. Were they successful? Was progress made? Will they give up on the resolution game and go willy-nilly into the night of the new year? What happens?! Ahhhhhhhh!

146. Barefoot is Everywhere!

nuCamp RV has finally done it! The much anticipated Barefoot trailer, a collaboration between nuCamp RV and the brilliant Cathy Chamberlain and her team from the United Kingdom, has been just over the horizon for a few years... but now we see the light! Join PJ and Lindsay as they record a podcast with the makers of the new Barefoot trailer by nuCamp, right from the product launch party at Princess Craft RV!

Barefoot is Everywhere! | ep 146

nuCamp RV has finally done it! The much anticipated Barefoot trailer, a collaboration between nuCamp RV and the brilliant Cathy Chamberlain and her team from the United Kingdom, has been just over the horizon for a few years... but now we see the light! Join PJ and Lindsay as they record a podcast with the makers of the new Barefoot trailer by nuCamp, right from the product launch party at Princess Craft RV!

Holiday Gift Guide 2022 from RV Small Talk

It's that time of year again! This is when we at the RV Small Talk Podcast show up late to the party with a Holiday Gift Guide of our own! (the items mentioned in the episode are Amazon affiliate links) Find that perfect gift for your favorite RVers... and maybe a little something for yourself!  

145. Holiday Gift Guide 2022

It's that time of year again! This is when we at the RV Small Talk Podcast show up late to the party with a Holiday Gift Guide of our own! (the items mentioned in the episode are Amazon affiliate links) Find that perfect gift for your favorite RVers... and maybe a little something for yourself!  

Winter RVing is a Go! | Ep 144

PJ and Clint from Princess Craft RV look at a recent article about holiday travel and RV usage. They then go on to muse about the ins and outs of RV travel in the winter months.    

144. Winter RVing is a Go!

PJ and Clint from Princess Craft RV look at a recent article about holiday travel and RV usage. They then go on to muse about the ins and outs of RV travel in the winter months.    

143. Will RVs Be Banned?!

News from California spells out a near future where your preferred way of RVing may not be allowed. Lindsay and Clint have a "first take" discussion as they read the news and wonder aloud what it will look like, and what it means.