StressLess Camping RV podcast

Roadside Americana - visiting the new Muffler Man Museum on Route 66

Have you heard of the giant roadside attractions called Muffler Men? These huge fiberglass statues have been bringing people into businesses for 60 years and now there’s a museum celebrating them. On this week’s StressLess Camping RV and travel podcast we come to you from the American Giants Museum in Atlanta, Illinois where we meet several of these giants as well as the museum’s curator and learn more about this roadside Americana.  You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web ...

RV trends for 2025

We got a sneak peek at a bunch of 2025 RVs and noticed a number of trends. What are they? This week on the StressLess Camping RV podcast we share the things we saw and some new features, new ideas and also things that might be in your next RV. Join us as we come to you from the heart of the RV industry.  You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0260 The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly ...

Good advice from friends sharing stories from the road

This week on the StressLess Camping RV Podcast, we asked our friends to share their best - and their worst - camping stories. We were gathered with fellow Rockwood Mini Lite and Flagstaff Micro Lite owners for a rally at Van Buren State Park in South Haven Michigan. Big thanks to Tony and Tina from TNT RVing and Ben and Scott from ABC Upfitters for helping us make this week’s episode extra fun! StressLess Camping! You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjo...

A game changing way to run your RV’s AC on less power

Have you wanted to install a soft start device to make your RV’s air conditioner run on a smaller generator or power source but been wary of climbing on the roof and modifying the AC? This week we speak with the company’s founder plus RV electricity guru Mike Sokol with the first look at a new device that eliminates going on the RV roof altogether. This game-changing RV gadget could also help you weather a power outage at home. You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or whe...

20,000 miles on the road with our Rockwood Mini Lite 2205s

After 20,000 miles on the road we look back on some of the adventures - and misadventures - that we’ve had in our Rockwood Mini Lite 2205s. From incredible adventures to some serious mishaps - highlights and joys that we’ve had across this incredible land.  Join us as we celebrate this milestone and recap some of these adventures.  You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0257 The StressLes...

Avoid troubles on the road

How do you avoid breakdowns and travel more StessLess? What can you do to prevent trouble with travel? This week on the StressLess Camping RV podcast we share some tips to keep on trucking without tribulations and enjoy the journey more. We also have an easy recipe that is a crowd pleaser and one of the most unusual RVs we’ve ever seen.  You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0256 The Str...

Catching up with the FMCA - new is the name of the game

Are you familiar with the FMCA, the Family Motor Coach Association? Did you know they have a number of new programs to make a membership more affordable and more accessible? They also have new ways for RVers to connect with the each other and to the internet.  This organization has been around a long time but there are a lot of new things that make being part of the FMCA a great idea for RVers of all experience levels - including dreamers. Plus we’ve got a new cooking gadget and even an ...

Choosing a portable power station or solar generator

How do you choose the right portable power station or solar generator? What kind of things do you need to know so you don’t spend too much or get a lemon? This week’s StressLess Camping RV podcast is all about portable power stations and how to find just the right one for your RV adventure.  We also share a keto-friendly recipe for a flat bread substitute and share the first RV we’ve ever reviewed where we recommend you stay clear.  You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web...

Creating a new campground for traveling entrepreneurs

Scott and Taylor have been working on a new kind of campground that’s perfect for those who work or learn from the road. Starting with an old school building this enterprising couple share the joys, journey and the jams they’ve had in creating a campground from scratch. Have you always wanted to own a campground? This is a great episode to check out.  We also have updates on our B&W Continuum hitch and a recipe for something so good - it got us to extend our reservation just so we could ...

Live from the Texas Rockwood-Flagstaff RV rally

This week’s StressLess Camping RV and travel podcast comes to you from the Rockwood Mini Lite - Flagstaff Micro Lite rally in Texas. A terrific group of new friends join us on this week’s podcast episode and have some tips and ideas for how to make your RV adventure more fun, funny and safe.  You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0252 The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast w...

Tips to stay out of the ER and camp StressLess with Dr. Mike

Our guest on this week’s StressLess Camping RV and travel podcast is our friend Dr. Mike who spent years as an ER doctor. He’s got some great trips for planning to stay safe on the road from pre-trip planning to things to do during your adventure.  We’ve also got one of the best new RV campgrounds we’ve ever been to, a easy crowd-pleasing recipe plus a new RV that’s ready for Starlink. You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https:/...

Some of our favorite regional foods and the places to get them

What’s your favorite regional food? Do you have a type of cuisine that you love that you can only find in one area? On this week’s StressLess Camping RV podcast we look back at some of our favorite - and least favorite - regional dishes and the places we’ve been that have them. From fantastic to flavorful to forgettable we recount the things we’ve eaten and the places you might want to visit to get your own taste.  You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enj...

Small towns, amazing finds and hidden gems with best-selling author Nick Russell

This week’s StressLess Camping RV and travel podcast brings back bestselling author Nick Russel who shares some of his best tips for finding adventure in small towns and seeking out the back roads and hidden highways in America. Nick has written several guide books and given seminars on the subject and is always an interesting guest. Then we mosey on over to Texas where we find a huge model train layout and one of the best barbecue joints we’ve ever been to. And listener Marilyn shares a r...

Testing RV holding tank treatments

What is the best holding tank treatment? We speak with Joshua Sheehan from RV Gear and Far about the test he did with a variety of black tank treatments. In fact there was a clear winner in his test. You could also say Joshua figured out who’s number one in the business of number two. We’ve got another great recipe shared by a listener and much more. We also speak with Matt Foxcroft from Matt’s RV Reviews about his product, Liquified tank treatment. According to Joshua’s video, Liquifi...

Speaking with the Escapees RV Club

Who is the Escapees RV Club and is this a membership you should have? We speak with Kerensa Durr to learn about the reasons you might want to become an Escapee member. There is a lot of value in a very affordable membership.  We also talk about a new RV that’s very different and enjoy a slice of really delicious no-bake pie that you can make in your RV! You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcas...

Restoring vintage trailers with Vintage Trailer Supply

What does it take to keep vintage trailers running smoothly and looking good? We speak with Steve Hingtgen from Vintage Trailer Supply about how they’ve been able to keep, and even reproduce, some incredible pieces to keep vintage trailers looking and running beautifully.  Do you love vintage RVs? Do you own one or aspire to own one? Steve is a great resource and we think you’ll enjoy this episode.  You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting pod...

Getting your RV ready for camping season with Dustin from Cal RV Specialists

What are the important things to do to get your RV ready for camping season? We speak with Dustin Simpson from Cal RV Specialists to find out how to avoid pitfalls and enjoy a season of StressLess Camping. Dustin’s got some great tips and advice including some thing you may not have thought of.  We also talk about RV frame flex, hiking in the Jemez Mountains, a great RV breakfast recipe and an RV that’s sort of not quite an RV.  You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or ...

Checking in with Hughes Autoformers - the Power Watchdog people

On this week’s RV & camping podcast we speak with Brett Thomas from Hughes Autoformers about the thinking, need and functionality of their Power Watchdog. There are lots of choices out there - what makes this our preferred choice for over 6 years?  We also test an RV bidet and have the debut of a new more affordable line of travel trailers including one that could be an office, a bunkhouse, a toy hauler and more in one unit. Plus we spent four days off the grid camping in a post card - for...

Full-time RVers make honey and travel with their bees

This week’s StressLess Camping RV and travel podcast comes to you from the Quartzsite Sports, Vacation, and RV Show. We speak with Scott and Karen Keene, of Keene’s Raw Honey. Scott and Karen travel full time - and so do their bees!  We also share a recipe that we learned from our friend Cindy while we were in Quartzsite, for a crowd-pleasing biscuit and gravy breakfast. You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stressless...

A journey to inspire your journey with the Journey Church online

Many RVers have told us that not having a worship community has held them back from expanding their travels. This week we talk to full-time RVers and operate The Journey Church Online, a mobile option that could make a big difference for some travelers.   We also visit a Renaissance Festival, check out an easy camp recipe and even explore some new Class C RVs that have successfully replaced the generator.  You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy gett...

Finding places that aren’t always places with What3Words

With a map of the entire globe What3Words is a very unique way to pinpoint everywhere on earth and share that location with friends, family and emergency service providers. This app can also be very helpful to RVers and campers for finding these places to make our lifestyle more convenient and safer. We speak with What 3 Words to find more details and how we can benefit from this free tool. We also look at a few essentials to keep your RV safe from electrical issues and even sample some de...

Around the campfire with friends - boondocking kitchen gadgets

This week’s StressLess Camping RV and travel podcast comes to you from the desert in Quartzsite, Arizona where our fellow travelers share some of their favorite - and least favorite - RV kitchen gadgets for off-grid camping. We got together with a group of boondockers to share ideas, tips and techniques for making the RV kitchen a more useful and delicious place to be.  This gathering of campers are friends from our StressLess Campers Facebook Group, a fun and friendly resource for RVers n...

Live from Quartzsite - a boondocking water saving breakthrough

This week’s StressLess Camping RV and travel podcast comes to you from the Quartzsite Sports, Vacation and RV Show where we got to see some of the coolest new gadgets including one that could potentially really extend the amount of time you can spend off the grid by saving a tremendous amount of water you use in the shower.  We get to meet with the inventor and see his motivation and just how you might be able to use only a gallon or less of water in your RV for a shower.  We also look a...

An affordable high-quality Class B van

With Class B RVs being so popular most of them are so expensive that you might need a second job to buy one. But we found a company who makes a high-quality conversion that is also remarkably affordable. Plus they’re designed to be reconfigured in minutes if. Join us as we learn more about these remarkable conversions.  You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0238 The StressLess Camping podc...

Creating our new overlanding camper with a Flated Air Topper

This week’s StressLess Camping RV and travel podcast has us talking the founder of Flated, a company that makes air toppers for pickups. These unique air toppers take the place of a traditional fiberglass pickup cap and utilize the same technology as a stand-up paddle board to make an easy-to-install and very affordable solid pickup cap.   We also share our plans for this new gadget and how we’re going to use it for some new and exciting adventures.  You can find this week’s podcast at o...

Coming to a campground near you - our travel plans for 2024

On this week’s StressLess Camping RV podcast we share our travel plans for 2024. We often find out that we’re near you too late so we thought we’d share where we’re going so we might be able to find you in 2024. From the tools we’re using to the tips for planning this is where we’re headed.  We also warn you about a ticking time bomb that may be in your RV and what we’ve done to prevent further damage from this common RV problem.    You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web...

Looking forward - RV trends and predictions for 2024

On this week’s StressLess Camping RV podcast we look at RV tech and trends that we’ve reviewed in the past and are promising trends for 2024. From things that RV companies hope you like to new ideas to ideas that leave us scratching our heads, this collection of technologies and trends can help you enjoy more StressLess Camping.    You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0235 The StressLess ...

Reflecting on eight years of RV Christmas camping

On this week’s StressLess Camping RV podcast we reflect back on eight years of Christmas camping and how we’ve celebrated this special time of year in the time since we first bought a Rockwood Mini Lite.  Wait, it’s been eight years, three campers and tons of memories? Join us on this retrospective of our unique, and sometimes goofy, and often StressLess way of celebrating.   You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.str...

Mike Morse - a pretty great guy who hand makes campers

After a chance encounter with Mike Rowe another Mike, Mike Morse, got a lot of attention for his hand-built teardrop campers and we get to speak with him about a lifetime of camping and adventures on this week's StressLess Camping RV podcast.   Our RV of the week is a whole new line of premium fifth wheels and we have the story of how these came to be and where you can find one.   You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www....

More RV gadgets and gizmos for StressLess Camping

We love RV gadgets and gizmos so on this week’s StressLess Camping RV podcast we revisit some of our favorite RV gadgets and gizmos that we use regularly. From frivolous to fancy to fantastic these are some things we’ve found that still make us happy after using them for a while. These time-tested RV gadgets aren’t necessary but they certainly are fun and have become a part of our RV adventure.  We also take a look at a new travel trailer from that has incredible counter space and plenty o...

Our favorite camping and boondocking essentials for StressLess Camping

What kind of things do you absolutely need when outfitting an RV? On this week’s RV and travel podcast we look in our own baggage compartment to see what we find essential for StressLess Camping. These are the things that we use every time we head out.  But we also have things we love when we go boondocking and camping off the grid. This collection of gadgets, gizmos and RV essentials are great tools as part of your go-to collection.  We also take a look at a new trailer from Grand Desig...

Is now the time to shop for RV extended warranties?

Did you know that RV warranty companies change pricing based on the calendar year? If you’re considering an RV warranty you may find much better terms or a potentially longer contract today rather than early next year? And some buyers get a warranty to help sell their RV. We talk about ways to save money and get more with Jim Hoffman from Wholesale Warranties. We also do a bit of winter camping and even talk about a new trailer that feels stylishly vintage.  You can find this week’s podc...

RV with your tribe - finding fellowship, fun and folly

How do you find your tribe on the road? Where are the like-minded people who love adventure, travel and beer? This week we speak with April and Debra from Camp Carpe Diem about just this and how their RV gatherings promote friends, fun and folly. And don’t forget the collaborative brew that’s a part of this for our friends who appreciate beer. We also look at our past Thanksgiving episodes and a whole new truck that could really change the game in the towing a travel trailer. You can f...

RVing in New Zealand with author traveler and adventurer Lisa Jansen

What is freedom camping, are the campgrounds really crowded and what are some things to see in New Zealand? We speak with author Lisa Jansen who has spent five years traveling New Zealand in a camper van and written three books including Life Done Differently, The Nomad’s Ultimate Guide to New Zealand and One Size Does Not Fit All.  We finally talk a bit about our new tow vehicle and why this is a gadgetpalooza and then look at a new super reconfigurable travel trailer.  You can find the...

Put Alaska on your map with Traveling Robert

Have you thought of taking your RV to Alaska? Is this a bucket list item for you but you thought it might be too daunting? We speak with Robert Morales, aka Traveling Robert, about his adventure in Alaska. Then we talk to a guide who takes RVers to the Last Frontier. If you haven’t wanted to go in the past, this episode of the StressLess Camping RV podcast might just change your mind.  After that adventure we peer into the future at one of the most groundbreaking new RV concepts we’ve seen...

Creepy stories from around the campfire - 2023 edition

This year’s fifth annual Halloween podcast episode where we share some creepy stories from around the campfire. From ghosts to Bigfoot, spirits and scary sounds these spine-chilling tales might have you packing up camp and running for home…or they might be just the places you’ll want to haunt soon. Even some of our audience shared some of their own creepy tales.  The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some...

RVs versus hotels - a comparison of experiences

What are the true costs of hotels versus RVs? Do you really save money by using your RV? And what are the advantages of either way of travel? On this week’s StressLess Camping RV podcast we share Tony’s experience of driving round trip between New Mexico and Indiana with the costs, advantages and disadvantages of leaving the RV behind.  We also have a list of gadgets that we would use on a RV-free camper and a comparison of two brand new Grand Design compact trailers.  You can find this ...

Highlights from the 2023 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta

This week’s StressLess Camping RV and travel podcast comes to you from the 51st Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. We’ve spent a week with friends crewing Good Morning Sunshine and we’ve also gotten to enjoy a ride as well! This week we share what it’s like to crew a hot air balloon and what it’s like to ride in one as well.  We also have our very first awards and have bestowed them on two game-changing products we saw at the RV Open House along with a new RV that’s a breakthrough d...

9 tips to keep your RV from being stolen

How do you keep your RV from being stolen? Lesa McDermott from Girl Camper has nine tips to keep your RV from being stolen. These helpful and easy-to-implement ideas can keep your RV from disappearing at the hands of thieves. Save money and be safe with these great tips. We also have a fun, small trailer that you can easily tow with a Jeep. You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0223 The ...

Highlights from RV Open House in Indiana

The RV Open House is where the entire RV industry shows off their latest, greatest and bestest new and exciting products and Tony is on-hand to see, touch and taste what’s there. We also get the insider information on some cool new RV products and put our finger on the pulse of the industry to see just what’s going on. Join us from Indiana this week as we take a look at the RV industry - perhaps some of what we are seeing could be what you’ll be enjoying down the road.

Hidden camping destinations with Alyssa Ravasio from Hipcamp

With 5 million acres of land and about a hundred thousand places to camp, Hip Camp is a surprising way to find some incredible RV destinations from very affordable spots to incredibly scenic destinations. We speak with Alyssa Ravasio to learn more about what kind of camping you can find with Hip Camp. We also venture to a historic colony in Iowa, try out a nifty new gadget and talk about bunkhouse travel trailers. You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjo...

Sweet highlights from the Hershey RV Show with Mike Sokol

The Hershey RV Show bills itself as America’s largest RV show and Mike Sokol takes us on a tour of some of the sellers of gadgets and gizmos that he enjoyed finding. Join us on the tour of Hershey. We also have a great gadget and a whole new line of towable RVs from Winnebago.  You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0220 The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information...

Exploring Michigan and the Upper Peninsula - StressLess Camping RV podcast 219

We explore the highlights of Michigan including the Upper Peninsula with our friend Bill on this weeks StressLess Camping RV podcast. We recount the highlights and hits - and a few misses - from 15 days touring Michigan. You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0219 The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some...

Surprising gotta get RV gadgets from our friends at Lippert

Highlights from the 2023 FROG International RV rally in Goshen, Indiana

Heading for adventure with Girl Camper - Janine Pettit and Lesa McDermott share new trials

Heading for adventure with Janine Pettit and Lesa McDermott from Girl Camper who share some of the epic things they’ve been doing lately. Girl Camper is a magazine and resource for women who want to join the camping and RV community whether they are single or not. From RVers to tent campers, car campers and even hopeful Girl Camper offers a vehicle for learning and friendship. You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stress...

Tips, tricks and ideas for buying or selling your RV

Are you thinking of selling your RV? Do you want something larger? Or smaller? Looking to trade a bunk model for a couples’ camper? Whatever move you’re making this week’s StressLess Camping RV podcast features tips and tricks for selling, or buying an RV. From tips to avoid scams to how to find value for what you have we have a host of ideas on this week’s RV podcast.  We also have a sneak preview of a new RV along with a sewer hose that made Tony so happy he threw away the old one.  We...

Big ideas for storage in small RVs

We’ve got tips and tricks about how we store and organize things in a a smaller space inside our own 22’ travel trailer. From totes to baskets spices and shoes we have ideas of where things can be stored and how they stay in place even after long road trips. You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0214 The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to...

Bears and gators and manatees - oh my. Unique RVing experiences on two coasts.

Bears and gators and manatees - oh my! We have two guests this week who share very, very different styles of camping and places to camp. From very secluded RVing in the Pacific Northwest to the unique style of the Florida Keys, these places provide inspiration for some great RV camping.  We also have one of the most unusual travel trailers we’ve ever seen that even has a secret room like in those late-night mystery shows. Our gadget is a handy phone holder that we’re using for the dash cam...

Maintaining your slide rooms - things you need to know to avoid trouble and camp StressLess

What do you have to do to maintain the slide rooms in you RV? What kind of things do you need to do to keep your slide room running well so you can enjoy StressLess Camping? We speak with Dustin Simpson from California RV Specialists about some of the troubles he’s seen with slide rooms and how to avoid those. You can find this week’s podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0212 The StressLess Camping podcast is a w...