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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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  • 15. How Do You Downsize for RV Life? Real Advice, Real Laughs from Full-time RVers

    15. How Do You Downsize for RV Life? Real Advice, Real Laughs from Full-time RVers
    Aug 20 2025

    Ready to tackle the big downsize for full-time RV life? This week on RV Trash Talk, three couples reveal the real challenges, clever strategies, and hilarious mishaps of cutting their belongings down to RV size. From massive garage sales to sentimental memory boxes, these families share exactly what stayed, what went, and how they used the legendary “poop rule” to make tough decisions.

    Hear about selling or renting homes, what it's truly like to leave behind 5,000 sq ft, and secrets for managing emotional attachments. Perfect for RV dreamers, downsizers, or anyone curious about the reality of tiny living, this episode is packed with actionable advice, honest laughs, and lots of “oh boy” moments.

    Subscribe now for real stories, expert tips, and plenty of mayhem—every week on RV Trash Talk!

    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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    43 mins
  • 14. Mother-Daughter RV Life: Starting Over, Solo Travel & What They've Learned

    14. Mother-Daughter RV Life: Starting Over, Solo Travel & What They've Learned
    Aug 6 2025
    In this heartfelt episode of the RV Trash Talk Podcast, we sit down with a special mother-daughter duo, Sandie and Rebecca, who are navigating full-time RV life together after a major life reset. From buying their rig before the truck to unexpected lessons in boondocking, they share the highs, lows, and surprising joys of hitting the road without a concrete plan. Whether you’re a solo traveler, thinking about starting over, or just wondering what RV life looks like outside the typical mold—this one’s for you. 👩‍👧 In This Episode: 🚐 Meet Sandie & Rebecca: Why they hit the road after divorce and high school graduation What it's like to RV full-time as a mother-daughter team Their rig setup: a 28-foot Winnebago + a Chevy Silverado 🎒 Real Talk on RV Life & Planning: The “backwards” way they bought their RV (trailer first, truck second!) How they deal with stress, uncertainty, and constantly pivoting Why you just have to jump in and figure it out as you go 🏕️ Campgrounds, Challenges & Confidence: From state parks to boondocking—how they pick places to stay Learning the ropes with help from trusted friends (shoutout to Jim!) Why this life teaches resilience and independence fast 🛠️ Oh Boy Moments of the Week: A hummingbird trapped inside the RV A mysterious lizard egg discovered after travel day 😳 Whether you're traveling solo, with your kids, or just dreaming about RV life as a fresh start, Sandy and Rebecca’s story will inspire you to think differently about what’s possible. 🎧 Tune in, subscribe, and tag someone who needs to hear this episode. 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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    31 mins
  • 13. The Future of RV Repairs Is Mobile | RV Help CEO Heath Padgett Joins the RV Trash Talk Crew

    13. The Future of RV Repairs Is Mobile | RV Help CEO Heath Padgett Joins the RV Trash Talk Crew
    Jul 23 2025
    🎙️ Episode 13 – From Honeymoon to RV Help: Heath Padgett Talks Tech, Travel & Trusted Repairs In this episode of the RV Trash Talk Podcast, we sit down with special guest Heath Padgett, longtime RVer, entrepreneur, and founder of RV Help — the app connecting RVers with certified mobile technicians across the country. Heath is building a startup that’s reshaping RV repair, and shares his stories, laughs, and wisdom for life on the road. Whether you’ve broken down in the middle of nowhere or you’re just tired of dealership waitlists, this episode is packed with real advice, crazy road stories, and the heart behind a game-changing RV tool. 🔧 In This Episode: 🧰 How RV Help is revolutionizing RV repairs: Connecting travelers with certified mobile RV techs What to expect when using RV Help (and how it works in the wild) Why technicians and RVers alike are jumping on board 😱 "Oh Boy" Moment of the Episode: A runaway CR-V on I-35 and the moment Heath thought, “This is it.” 🧠 Lessons from the road + what’s next for RV Help: How trust is built in the RV community What Heath wishes every RVer (and tech) knew Why the future of RV repair is mobile, simple, and personal Whether you're a new RVer, a seasoned traveler, or someone who’s ever Googled “RV tech near me,” this episode will leave you informed, inspired, and maybe a little less afraid of that check engine light. 🎧 Tune in now, subscribe, and check out RVHelp.com or https://www.instagram.com/getrvhelp/ for more. 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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    41 mins
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