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RV Trash Talk

RV Trash Talk

By: Daniel and Melissa DeLacey James and Amy Zimmer Rob and Trish Verzera
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 RV Trash Talk: Unfiltered Tips, Tales & Fixes from the Road! Welcome to the RV Trash Talk Podcast, where the campfire stories are wild, the travel is full-time, and the RV maintenance is just part of the fun! Join Danny, his wife Melissa, of 4 Simple Lives, and their road-warrior friends Rob & Trish from Living Like Nomads, and Jim & Amy from The Vagabondz, as they kick off this rolling adventure. Born from a night of whiskey and wild ideas around a campfire in Athens, Texas, this podcast brings you real talk from real RV techs and travelers. From tales of life on the road, to tips on keeping your rig rolling, to the hilarious misadventures that come with full-time RV living — we've got stories, laughs, and maybe even a few lessons. So, grab a drink, pull up a chair, and let’s get this journey started.2025 Social Sciences Travel Writing & Commentary
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  • 8. Easy RV Maintenance Tips | Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make & the $20 Pedicure Mishap

    8. Easy RV Maintenance Tips | Mistakes You Don’t Want to Make & the $20 Pedicure Mishap
    Jun 4 2025

    On this episode of the RV Trash Talk Podcast, it’s all about maintenance, mold, and moments that made us say “Oh Boy!” The crew gets honest about the must-do tasks every RVer needs to know, and shares the wins (and fails) that come from life on the road — including a rogue recliner, moldy surprises, and a pedicure that went very, very wrong.

    🛠️ In This Episode:

    • How to handle spring RV maintenance like a pro (even if you’re not one)

    • Why greasing your suspension, slide seals, and hitches could save your rig — and your trip

    • Mold mishaps: What to do when you find surprise spores behind your slide

    • Cold weather hacks: heat tape, water sensors, and what not to leave connected overnight

    • Rooftop reality checks: the simple inspection that could prevent thousands in damage

    • RV Cleaning + Interior Prep: how the ladies keep it sane (and clean) on move days

    • What not to do before auto-leveling your fifth wheel 🤦

    • The $20 Mexican pedicure fail — and the emergency pharmacy run that followed

    • “Where’s Joan?”: the story of a lost mom, a farmers market, and a whole lot of sprinting

    💬 Quote of the Episode:

    "Don't get a pedicure in Mexico." — Amy

    Whether you're new to RVing or a seasoned road warrior, this episode brings laughs, real talk, and a whole lot of lessons that’ll save you time, stress — and possibly your plumbing.

    🎧 Hit play, subscribe, and share with a fellow traveler who needs a good laugh and a better maintenance checklist.

    #RVLife #RVPodcast #FullTimeRV #RVMaintenance #RVLiving #TravelFails #AutoLeveling #MoldySlides #OhBoyMoments #RVTrashTalkPodcast
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    41 mins
  • 7. RV Newbies Chasin Fun 365 Ask the Pros: What We’d Do Differently as Newbies | Fears, Mistakes & Must-Have Tools

    7. RV Newbies Chasin Fun 365 Ask the Pros: What We’d Do Differently as Newbies | Fears, Mistakes & Must-Have Tools
    May 28 2025
    🎙️ Episode 7 – RV Newbies Ask the Pros: What We’d Do Differently as Newbies | Fears, Mistakes & Must-Have Tools In this episode of the RV Trash Talk Podcast, we’re joined by Chuck & Val from Chasing Fun 365 — a couple gearing up for full-time RV life, two corgis in tow, and big dreams fueled by bourbon and spreadsheets. We talk gear, fears, must-have gadgets, and the scariest “Oh Boy” moments from life on the road. From planning their launch with a Brinkley G3250 and an F-450, to booking Fort Wilderness 600 days in advance (before even owning an RV!), Chuck & Val dive into their transition from sticks-and-bricks to full-time freedom. 🚐 In This Episode: 🎂 Celebrating anniversaries and big birthdays (hint: 4-0 and 20 years!) 🛻 Chuck & Val’s rig plans: the truck, the trailer, and the dogs (Farley & Gus Gus!) 🔩 Biggest fears: rig damage, breakdowns, and bourbon shortages 💡 Top advice from full-timers: checklists, trust, and "every time is like the first time" 🏕️ Wild RV stories from the crew, including: A 25-mile dirt road detour courtesy of Google Maps Slide-out breakdowns and learning RV tech the hard way Boondocking in Moab in 105° heat with no AC (spoiler: bad idea) Confusing two identical state parks and driving 30 miles back in shame 😅 🧭 Bonus Round: Rapid-Fire Q&A Favorite must-have RV gear Storms, mold prevention, and whether hail sounds like Armageddon Do we regret going full-time? (Spoiler: nope.) 💬 Quote of the Episode: “If we were meant to stay in one place, we’d have roots instead of feet.” – shared by Amy Connect with Chuck and Val: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chasinfun365/ YouTube: www.youtube.com/@chasinfun365 Whether you’re just starting your RV journey or have logged thousands of miles, this episode brings the laughs, the real talk, and advice you can actually use. Oh, and lots of corgi mentions. 🎧 Subscribe, rate, and follow @ChasingFun365 — then hit play and join the fun! About your hosts: Danny and Melissa: We are Danny, Melissa, Emma, Jake, and Sadie (our Australian Shepherd) and we are exploring the United States on a journey of discovery and unforgettable family memories. After Danny's retirement from the Air Force and years of deployments, we're embracing the open road in our Brinkley Z3110, visiting iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and everything in between! Follow along as we document each adventure, from major league ballparks to breathtaking national parks and quirky roadside attractions. Links: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@4simplelives Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4simplelives/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/4simplelives/ Nomad Near Me: 4 Simple Lives Jim and Amy: We are Thevagabondzjimnamy, and we are exploring the United States on a journey of discovery and unforgettable travel memories with our rescue pup Penny. As empty nesters, we are embracing the open road in our Brinkley G3250, visiting iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and everything in between! Links: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the_vagabondz_jim_n_amy Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Thevagabondzjimnamy/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_vagabondz_jim_n_amy/ Nomad Near Me: The VagabondZ JimNAmy Rob and Trish: We are Rob, Trish and Moxley (our 4 legged travel buddy) and we are exploring the United States living life to the fullest. After our youngest graduated we decided to embrace our new phase of life as empty nesters and headed out on the road for what was originally a 1 year plan, and now we are close to wrapping up year 4! We’re making memories while visiting so many amazing places, national parks, friends and family! Follow along as we share our adventures. Links: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livinglikenomads Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livinglikenomads Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LivingLikeNomads Nomad Near Me: Living Like Nomads (Rob and Trish)
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    56 mins
  • 6. RV Mail Mayhem, Medical Mishaps & ‘Oh Boy’ Maintenance Fails

    6. RV Mail Mayhem, Medical Mishaps & ‘Oh Boy’ Maintenance Fails
    May 21 2025
    📬 In This Episode:

    🏡 How We Handle Mail on the Road

    • From UPS stores to Amazon Lockers to... Dad’s feet in every mail photo

    • Tips for general delivery, building relationships with mail services, and the pros/cons of Escapees and other forwarding services

    💊 Healthcare on the Road

    • Using GoodRx, telemed apps like 98.6, and MinuteClinics to treat issues on the move

    • Military retirement perks: the difference between Tricare Prime vs. Tricare Select

    • State residency hacks (looking at you, South Dakota 👀) and how it affects insurance

    • Why CVS partnerships and forward-planning are a full-timer's best friend

    🛠️ “Oh Boy” Moments (aka the Real Talk)

    • Broken suspension bolts, cracked frames, and ripped slide-out flooring

    • The Winnebago door that kept locking its owners out (twice)

    • Screwing a table into your floor... and gouging a path across your brand-new vinyl

    • Tech tips: Turn off your water before you leave the rig! (Or enjoy moldy cabinets…)

    💬 Quote of the Episode:

    “I’m just making up swear words outside the RV, dragging a power cord across the road to my parents’ house.” – Danny

    🎧 Tune in, subscribe, and join the madness — it’s always an adventure with the RV Trash Talk crew.

    About your hosts:

    Danny and Melissa:

    We are Danny, Melissa, Emma, Jake, and Sadie (our Australian Shepherd) and we are exploring the United States on a journey of discovery and unforgettable family memories. After Danny's retirement from the Air Force and years of deployments, we're embracing the open road in our Brinkley Z3110, visiting iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and everything in between! Follow along as we document each adventure, from major league ballparks to breathtaking national parks and quirky roadside attractions.

    Links:

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@4simplelives

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4simplelives/

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/4simplelives/

    Nomad Near Me: 4 Simple Lives

    Jim and Amy:

    We are Thevagabondzjimnamy, and we are exploring the United States on a journey of discovery and unforgettable travel memories with our rescue pup Penny. As empty nesters, we are embracing the open road in our Brinkley G3250, visiting iconic landmarks, hidden gems, and everything in between!

    Links:

    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@the_vagabondz_jim_n_amy

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Thevagabondzjimnamy/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_vagabondz_jim_n_amy/

    Nomad Near Me: The VagabondZ JimNAmy

    Rob and Trish:
    We are Rob, Trish and Moxley (our 4 legged travel buddy) and we are exploring the United States living life to the fullest. After our youngest graduated we decided to embrace our new phase of life as empty nesters and headed out on the road for what was originally a 1 year plan, and now we are close to wrapping up year 4! We’re making memories while visiting so many amazing places, national parks, friends and family! Follow along as we share our adventures.

    Links:
    YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@livinglikenomads

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/livinglikenomads
    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LivingLikeNomads

    Nomad Near Me: Living Like Nomads (Rob and Trish)
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    34 mins
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