This Nomadic Idea Podcast

On episode 31 show we talk about “Nomad Relationships”. Are you a couple who travels together? How do you handle living together on the road, and what happens when one of you decides “this isn’t for me”. How as a couple do you handle conflict? or do you both make decisions together as a team? We share some couple travel tips and share our personal story on how we handle stress. All this and more on This Nomadic Idea Podcast

Listen to the complete Podcast and hear what are greatest challenge as been as couple living the full time Nomad Life.

On our 30th show we talk about “Pro’s and Con’s Of Van Life”, On this episode we share what’s it like camping in our Campervan and what we would do different. Is Van life for you? What’s the biggest drawback of Van Life? What’s the biggest advantage? What should you know if you are deciding the Van Life?

What We Talk About:

Pooping in a Van is hard

Can Couples survive Van Life?

Renovation might be cheaper

Home Depot has great WiFi

Bob Wells knows how to do it

Thank you so much for listening we really appreciate it. Our podcast’s are available on iHeart Radio, Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, podbean…or any of your favorite podcatchers. You can also follow us on Instagram this nomadic idea,,,,, Just remember, all great achievement in life started with a an idea. Go live the life you want.

On our 29th show we ask “To RV OR Not To RV, That Is The Question”. On this episode we explore the question about whether this is the best time to hit the road? We reveal the top question we get asked about to RV or Not to RV. Is Fear a Factor for you? What is the most important single question to ask yourself in 2023 about before you hit the road? What is it like to live in a Mobile Home during Spring in Montana and daily life?

What We Talk About

Anytime is a good time to hit the road

But don’t live in FEAR!

This is NOT the time to let NEWS to stop you from living your life

It’s your responsibility

Should we wait?

Spending Choice and Lifestyle Choice

Thank you so much for listening we really appreciate it. Our podcast’s are available on iHeart Radio, Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, podbean…or any of your favorite podcatchers. You can also follow us on Instagram this nomadic idea,,,,, Just remember, all great achievement in life started with a an idea. Go live the life you want.

What should you know about the RV Market that Big Manufactures are not telling you. Should you prepare for even higher cost’s? What is the average cost in the US that people spent last year on RV’s and Vans. Is the RV bubble about to burst? Is 2023 a good time to go into debt to hit the road in a RV or even a Van? We discuss the uncensored truth about full time RV living.

What We Talk About:

Don’t be in debt!

Is RIVA being honest about projections?

The Average cost of a 5th wheel in 2021 was what?

90% of new RV Owners are Part Time

Continued consumer interest in a “normal economy”?

Thank you so much for listening we really appreciate it. Our podcast’s are available on iHeart Radio, Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, podbean…or any of your favorite podcatchers. You can also follow us on Instagram this nomadic idea,,,,, Just remember, all great achievement in life started with a an idea. Go live the life you want.

On our 26th show we talk about “Boondocking Bust for 2023”. Are we looking at the fall of some of our favorite “free” spots in our National Forest’s and BLM land? We share the truth about how one of Arizona’s favorite free boondocking spots just got changed and parts of it closed. How another big YT channel got some the facts wrong. Plus a very frank discussion on how reservations are changing in National Parks and what is going away. And Lastly, are you looking for a summer job near Yellowstone? We might be able to help.

What We Talk About:

Big Changes to Sedona’s Free Favorite Boondocking Spot

Rangers are not messing around, they have an App

This could be just the beginning

Better start planning now

First Come, First Served? Yea right

Thank you so much for listening we really appreciate it. Our podcast’s are available on iHeart Radio, Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, podbean…or any of your favorite podcatchers. You can also follow us on Instagram this nomadic idea,,,,, Just remember, all great achievement in life started with a an idea. Go live the life you want.

On our 25th show we talk about “Real Fears of Solo Travel”. We’ll share 7 tips that a person can use that may help when Fear takes hold. Also, our own fears of life on the road. Let’s face it Fear is real, but you can’t let it grip you into NON Action. We’ll talk about how to push through that fear so you can live your dream. Don’t let anxieties and worries stop you, learn how to cope, and overcome your fear of traveling alone.

Show Notes:

Scott had Omicron apologizes for no show

Fear is Real!

Our CamperVan might be dead

Accept Your Fear

Embrace The Suck

The Universe doesn’t care about your road trip

It’s a Learning Experience

Plan to be Great!

Thank you so much for listening we really appreciate it. Our podcast’s are available on iHeart Radio, Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, podbean…or any of your favorite podcatchers. You can also follow us on Instagram this nomadic idea,,,,, Just remember, all great achievement in life started with a an idea. Go live the life you want.

On episode 24 we talk about “The Essentials of Boondocking”. We discuss the pro’s and con’s of boondocking. And what kind of gear you should always carry with you. What are some of the more “newbie” mistakes that most find out the hard way when trying boondocking for the first time. I just got back from a long boondocking stay in Quartzsite, AZ and really wanted to share this with you

Show Notes:

The Pro’s of boondocking

The Con’s of boondocking are

Rookie mistakes

Boondocking gear essentials

Our podcast’s are available on iHeart Radio, Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, podbean…or any of your favorite podcatchers. You can also follow us on Instagram this nomadic idea,,,,, Just remember, all great achievement in life started with a an idea. Go live the life you want.

On today’s show we talk about Creating Passive Income as a Full Time Nomad. We discuss different ideas to create passive income, but we delve into the definition about what is a Digital Nomad? And the biggest mistake we see people make creating income on the road. We also answer the question whether or not YouTube is a business, and what that means to you. We share the uncensored truth about just how hard that is to maintain and how much work is actually involved in creating passive income on the road. We have a special guest who is going to share her YouTube Story with us.

Show Notes:

So what is a Digital Nomad? Or is it now defined as a Full Time Traveler?

Biggest Mistakes we see people make. No plan

Is YouTube a Business? Why not

Affiliate Income. The good the bad the ugly

We share how much money we make on our Podcast

Our podcast’s are available on iHeart Radio, Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, podbean…or any of your favorite podcatchers. You can also follow us on Instagram this nomadic idea,,,,, Just remember, all great achievement in life started with a an idea. Go live the life you want.

On today’s show we talk about “how to travel with Pets”. With more and more people on the road, it seems they ALL have pets. But what’s up with pet etiquette and why so many people are just llettig their pets off leash and just running around? I’ll share a story about dogs off leash when I was recording last weeks show. We also share the real reason why National Parks don’t allow pets on trails. And a piece of gear that alerts you via text message the temp in your rig if you have to leave your pet inside your rig. Also we share some tips to make sure your pet is safe. We want to know if you travel with Pets and if you have seen an increase in bad behavior both with pets and their owners NOT cleaning up after them.

Show Notes

RV Parks cracking down on Dog Clean Up could there be fines coming?

The real reason why National Parks don’t allow dogs on trails

Off Leash in the Desert could mean Fluffy becomes Coyote Food. Leash your pet.

Always have an emergency plan for your pet. Where is the Emergency Care Center.

Our podcast’s are available on iHeart Radio, Apple Podcast, Spotify, Stitcher, podbean…or any of your favorite podcatchers. You can also follow us on Instagram this nomadic idea,,,,, Just remember, all great achievement in life started with a an idea. Go live the life you want.

On this episode we discuss two different perspectives about Quartzsite Arizona and if it’s worth visiting. With over a million RV’s, Nomads, Skoolies parking in BLM Land outside of Quartzsite in January, it can be a pretty busy place. But what does Quartzsite have to offer? We share the uncensored truth about Quartzsite

Show Notes:

Why NOT to Travel to Quartzsite

Why you SHOULD Travel to Quartzsite

Fresh Fruit? Are you kidding me?

It’s about Community, not a Walmart

It’s the point of travel to experience life

Small business is exactly why to visit

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On today’s show we talk about “When is it too cold to stay in your RV or Van?”. The reason I ask is because the last 10 days I drove through 9 States where temps ranged between 15 degrees at night to 40. But with those extreme temps how does one prepare for cold nights. I am going to share some tips on how to stay warm in the worst conditions and how to plan way ahead of time for weather so you don’t get caught in some real suck.

Show Notes:

How cold can you RV in?

Freezing temps could start causing damage

7.3 liter diesel engines need love

The perfect hack for your 12 volt water pump when it freezes

Goose Down Sleeping Bags ROCK!

Electric Blankets VS Furnace

Propane costs

Wood burning stoves

Catch us every Sunday on our YouTube Channel when we record our Audio Podcast, This Nomadic Idea. 

On episode 18 we share our story on how plans have changed while full timing on the road. How do you adapt to a change of plans while living full time in a RV or Van? When your plans change do you embrace it, or fight it. When does having a plan become more of a burden than a freedom? We share the uncensored truth of full time travel.

Show Notes:

We are in what State?

Embrace it or fight it, either way

Living in different States sucks

The best laid plans never end up being “the best”.

Back to Van Life temporarily

On episode 15 we share what it’s like living in a town with no cell service and a population of 72 people. How “WorkDocking” is a benefit when visiting places like Yellowstone National Park. What do you need to know about Cooke City, Montana? We also share our personal experience with being Introverts and meeting friends on the road. Is it possible for Introverts. How we have met some amazing Full Time Nomads and the friends we have made

Show Notes:

Cooke City Montana has a softball team?

Create a Free Base camp to see Yellowstone AND get paid

It’s not easy being an Introvert

More Margarita’s please!

Red and Robin is NOT a Restaurant

General took charge

Thank you so much for listening to episode 15 of This Nomadic Idea Podcast.

On episode 14 of This Nomadic Idea Podcast we ask the question: Does a Full Time RVer need to have a RV Membership? We share our own experience with the Affiliate BS out there and discuss who are the better clubs and which ones to avoid. We believe there is a whole lot of FREE out there. Save your money!

Show Notes:

Is a Thousand Trails worth it?

Spam, Spam and more Spam from RV Village

You are not popular enough for Escapees, please leave

Harvest Host is a rockin membership to avoid Walmarts

Affiliate Link to buy a Membership for 500 Alex

Thank you to all our listeners, we really appreciate the support.

On episode 13 of our show we discuss downsizing and how we use it or loose it. In full time RV travel it’s not always easy to carry everything with you. How do you choose what to bring on the road? How do you deal with clutter and how the hec do you stop collecting souvenirs from all your destinations? We share some simple tips on how to downsize and how we manage getting rid of the excessive stuff.

Show Notes:

Population 72 people. Oh boy!

Only WiFi here in Cooke City Montana and the struggle is real

Step away from the 1970’s Ashtray

Buy One throw the other away. Or donate it

Full Time Living on the road can mean a weight issue. Am I heavy?

Thanks for listening. You can always catch our shows every Sunday at 8:00 PM EST on our YouTube Channel where we do a 15 minute show.

On this episode 12 we share what our experience has been like in 2021 with working Full Time while traveling in our Airstream. 2021 could be the best year to find free rv camping while working full time ever. We also bust the myth about finding campsites in campgrounds and how you can barter to find a spot in this busy season of travel. 2021 could be the best year to visit your favorite National Park, make money and have free RV Camping.

Show Notes:

You have to think outside the box in 2021

Working and Full Time RVing is a real possibility to make a side hustle

Making Lemonade out of Lemons

Ariane get’s recruited in Sedona and makes cash

Free Camping in Yellowstone? Yes please!

Thank you to all our Nomad Community that helps support the Show.

On today’s show we talk about “what plan to you have when you are surrounded by a National Forest fire and you are Boondocking? We share tips and what resources are available to get up to date fire information. We also give you a Fire Safety Checklist free download.

Show Notes:

“Fire to the right of me, fire to the left here I am stuck in the middle with you”.

The “GO” order doesn’t mean time to pack up the Flamingo’s. It means NOW

HotShots in da HOUSE

Fire doesn’t play, niether should you

Scott smells like a Campfire

Time to GO!

Thank you to all our Nomad Community that helps support the Show.

On our weekly show we discuss the reality of Free RV Camping. Is it really free. We explore the first 365 days of new RVer that thinks camping for free on BLM land is cheaper than RV parks. In most cases yes, it is is cheaper, But there are certainly cost’s involved the first year, and you would be surprised on how that averages to your daily cost for “free’ camping. So think twice about those FREE Instagram Pics you can’t wait to share and understand that FREE isn’t always FREE. At least in the first year of Full Time RV Travel.

Show Notes:

Huge announcemet for the Full Time RV Travel Commuity.

We are now on Clubhouse App

Free is not free the first year. Someone has to pay for all the toys

Battleborn Batteries are expensive affiliate links and don’t get caught up

On today’s show we talk about Boondocking. Exactly what is it? Who is doing it? And what kind of financial investment is there to live the “Free Life”. How does Social Media Play a role, in glamorizing boondocking and what is the truth. Whether you are a Van Lifer, RVer, or a Nomad, don’t miss this, as we share the uncensored truth about life on the road.

Show Notes:

Who needs Solar and Why?

Don’t “buy” into the Battle Born Lithium affiliate marketing game

How much of an investment is there to live “free”?

Don’t throw money at the lifestyle of boondocking

There is Math involved in Boondocking. Scott sucks at Math

Friends don’t let friends run the water faucet for ever.

Learn the word “Capacity”.

On today’s show we are discussing the variables between purchasing new vs used? Is one better than the other? Is one more costly than the other? Either way, you need to first understand your lifestyle before buying. Are you a McGuyver or a McSpender? Do you want to pay now, or pay later? Either way there is no such thing as the perfect nomadic RV, Van, or even Skoolie.

Show Notes:

Don’t believe everything you see on IG or YT

Better know a good Diesel Mechanic for all you Diesel Pushers out there

Bigger does not mean better

LaPosa South just ran out of Dump capacity

Know everything about your RV BEFORE you pull away

We would never buy a new RV right now.

On episode 7 of This Nomadic Idea Podcast we have a deep discussion on the movie Nomadland and review if this lifestyle was portrayed as reality or stereotype. We share how Nomadland offers a positive message about real life and how we witness this all the time as full time travelers. What is the definition of “nomad” anyway and who were the real nomads in our Country. An uncensored discussion on the full time nomad lifestyle.

What we talk about:

Native Americans were pretty badass

Movie is real folks

Bob Wells was in our Airstream

Millennials think they invented Nomadism

Was she really happy in her former life?

A few years ago, RV Composting Toilets were the rage. Of course the temptation for affiliate marketing on popular YouTube Channels were just so tempting. They are expensive after all and bring in pretty good buck. Of course the reality of the RV Composting Toilet was that it had a high maintenance value to it, and most RVers soon turned against them. NOT US! WE love ours and here is why.

Show Notes:

The Scoop on the Poop

Ariane shares Scott’s poop to friends

“Can I dump my pee tank in your toilet”?

The Struggle is Real

Scott doesn’t trust Ariane’s answer to the question. “Is the pee tank full”?

On episode 5 we share why we waited almost a full year to bring back our Podcast. We also discuss the reality vs the lies about Full Time RVing and what we’ve learned about (trying) to run a business from the road. Is it worth it? The truth about Internet connectivity and your RV Lifestyle.

Show Notes:

We don’t do popularity contest’s

Scott chases a bucket in the desert

Ariane has a “different work ethic”. Scott get’s the evil eye

The struggle is REAL for bandwidth

Lifestyle is the key to Full Time RVing

You can catch all the episodes on HERE on our Website. Stay tuned. We are launching RV After Dark in the next few weeks which will be a LIVE Show each and every Sunday Night.

On our maiden voyage episode we interview John & Mercedes from the RV Odd Couple who saved their marriage by becoming nomadic and joining the world of Full Time RVers. How did they do it? What did they give up? Or or more importantly, what have they gained. How they now help others to achieve their goals. A conversation with the RV Odd Couple.

Show Notes:

How did John & Mercedes gain perspective with what’s important?

After a year on the road, do they have regrets?

How they give back to the online community

What mistakes have they made transitioning to a nomadic lifestyle

Our podcast’s are available on overcast Pocket Casts, Breaker, iTunes, Sticher, Podbean, Spotify, Google Podcasts and now on RadioPublic available on both IOS and Android.. You can also follow us on Instagram This Nomadic Idea and our This Nomadic Facebook Page. Just remember, all great achievement in life started with a an idea. Go live the life you want.