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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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  • 12. Blown Tires, Full Tanks & Staying Sane on the Road | How We Tackle Obstacles on the Road

    12. Blown Tires, Full Tanks & Staying Sane on the Road | How We Tackle Obstacles on the Road
    Jul 9 2025
    In this episode of the RV Trash Talk Podcast, we’re diving into the unpredictable (and sometimes gross) reality of full-time RV life — from blown tires and rig damage to mental burnout and mystery tank mishaps. The whole crew is in full force, dishing out hard-learned lessons, safety tips, and way too much info about gray tanks. 🚨 In This Episode: 🛞 Tire Maintenance 101 Why you should never ignore your sidewalls How a tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) saved our butts What to pack to fix your own flats — and why roadside assistance may not save you in time 🧠 The Mental Side of RVing Staying present while always planning ahead The struggle of slowing down and living in the moment When full-time life starts to feel like a grind — and how to reset your mindset 💩 Tank Trouble & Sewer Surprises A tank confusion disaster: black vs. gray gone wrong Why your “professional walkthrough” probably left out the important stuff Lessons in labeling, dumping, and why two gray tanks will haunt your dreams 🧰 RV Tech Tips from the Crew AC maintenance horror stories and $300 “forever warranty” inspections How airflow issues are killing your 12V fridge — and the $15 fix that might save it Quick disconnect water upgrades: small effort, big impact 💬 Quote of the Episode: "Surround yourself with tacos, not negativity." – Amy 🌮 Whether you're navigating the road with pets, dealing with tank trauma, or just trying to remember which lever is which — this episode delivers laughs, lessons, and a real look at the highs and lows of full-time RV life. 🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you stream. And don’t forget to subscribe so you never miss a mess. 😉 #RVLife #RVPodcast #FullTimeRV #RVTechTips #TPMS #GrayTankFails #TireBlowout #RVLiving #RVTravelTips #12VFridgeFix #RVRepairs #OhBoyMoments #RVTrashTalkPodcast 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) *This is for entertainment purposes only. We are not RV experts and are not making recommendations. We share our opinions and what works for us, but you should do your own research and make your own decisions.
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    28 mins
  • 11. How We Afford Full-Time RV Life: Budgeting, Side Hustles & Real Repairs

    11. How We Afford Full-Time RV Life: Budgeting, Side Hustles & Real Repairs
    Jun 25 2025
    📋 Podcast Description:

    In this episode of RV Trash Talk, the crew shares how they actually afford full-time RV life—and all the chaos that comes with it. From finding $1,000 campsites (for four months!) to cooking better steaks than any restaurant, we’re breaking down budget tips, side hustles, and “Oh Boy” moments you won’t believe.

    Plus:
    🐜 Sugar ant invasions
    🚪 Hoarder RVs with mystery paths
    💩 Rob’s first-ever black tank valve replacement
    🧊 And pulling a sweater off an AC coil

    Also, if you're not doing pre-move walkarounds… let’s just say someone’s grill didn’t survive. 😬

    Quote of the episode: “Never go to a doctor whose office plants have died.” 🌱

    Grab your drink, hit play, and prepare for laughs, lessons, and a lot of RV reality.

    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)

    *This is for entertainment purposes only. We are not RV experts and are not making recommendations. We share our opinions and what works for us, but you should do your own research and make your own decisions.
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    27 mins
  • 10. Full-Time RVing with Dogs: Vet Access, Meds & Travel Tips | Meet the Pups of RV Trash Talk

    10. Full-Time RVing with Dogs: Vet Access, Meds & Travel Tips | Meet the Pups of RV Trash Talk
    Jun 18 2025
    🎙️ Episode 10 – Pets, Pitfalls & Fifth Wheel Fails: RV Life Gets Real In this episode of the RV Trash Talk Podcast, we're getting honest about the less glamorous side of full-time RV life — from pet care on the road to maintenance mistakes that nearly ended in disaster. Whether you're a seasoned traveler or just planning your first trip, this one’s full of real talk and hard-won wisdom. 🐾 In This Episode: 🐶 How we care for pets on the road: Tractor Supply clinics, low-cost vaccinations & heartworm treatments Tele-vet visits with Vetster (yep, there's FaceTime for your dog now) Traveling with anxious dogs & how we prep ahead with meds and local vet searches What to pack and prep for emergencies on the road with pets 🛠️ Major “Oh Boy” Moments & Repair Stories: That time someone almost dropped the fifth wheel on the truck Frame flex, cracked cabinetry, bent brackets, and an inch-wide gap inside a closet 😳 Why RV inspections are worth every penny — even on a brand-new $2 million rig Real repairs from the crew: slide-out motors, bearing blocks, and the mess Schwintek left behind ⚠️ Tips & Lessons: The ONE time you skip a checklist is the time something breaks Why “treat every move like it’s your first” is golden advice When it’s not okay to be neighborly — let people park in peace 💬 Quote of the Episode: "Spend your life doing strange things with weird people." – Amy Whether you're traveling with pets, making big repairs, or just need a reminder that you're not the only one winging it out here — this episode’s for you. 🎧 Tune in, subscribe, and bring your favorite weird people along for the ride. 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) *This is for entertainment purposes only. We are not RV experts and are not making recommendations. We share our opinions and what works for us, but you should do your own research and make your own decisions.
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    29 mins

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