RV LIFE Podcast

From New Brunswick camping and lobster to wheel position weighing, Smoky Mountain RV rentals, and premium national park trips, this episode helps RVers plan smarter, travel safer, and understand what every pound really means. Discover New Brunswick camping options, from off-grid dark sky stays to full-hookup resorts, glamping, lobster, and horse camping. Learn why wheel position weighing reveals s...

From planning an RV trip to Washington DC for America 250 to protecting yourself online, supporting a powerful nonprofit mission, and catching up with RVing Today, this episode is practical, inspiring, and timely. Plan an RV trip to Washington DC with Cherry Hill Park tips on transit, tickets, tours, heat, and America 250 events.   Protect your online life with RV WebSafe advice on Wi-Fi, password...

From Cape Cod beaches and bike trails to practical boondocking wisdom, an independent film tour by RV, and camping trends shaped by younger travelers, this episode celebrates freedom, flexibility, and the people who make RV life meaningful. Discover why Cape Cod is more than summer crowds, with beaches, bike trails, whale watching, seafood, and shoulder season camping.   Learn practical RV advice...

Explore four-season RV travel in Maine, support for retired RVers at Escapees CARE, mail management for full-timers, and trusted RV owner education. Explore Maine’s coastline, mountains, lakes, forests, and four-season camping with Kathy Dyer from the Maine Campground Owners Association.  Discover how Escapees CARE helps retired RVers age in place, recover, and stay supported while living in their...

From van festivals and healing journeys to building a business on the road and turning RV influence into products, this episode explores how community, resilience, and entrepreneurship shape modern RV life. Discover how VanFest brings van lifers, skoolies, and nomads together to build real community on the East Coast.  Hear how one RVer navigates serious cancer treatment while staying mobile, orga...

From a campground revival in upstate New York to smarter towing, RV dealership growth, and vintage Airstream restoration, this episode delivers practical insight, business perspective, and a strong reminder that craftsmanship and community still matter in RV life. Discover how a new owner is renovating a classic New York campground, building community, and creating rally weekends for modern RVers....

From the 3,000-mile Great River Road adventure to smarter Pacific Northwest RV planning, healthier habits on the road, and a bold new electric trailer concept, this episode blends travel inspiration, practical lifestyle advice, and a look at where RV innovation may be headed next. Explore the Great River Road and how RVers can turn a 10-state Mississippi route into a flexible trip full of food, hi...

Travel inspiration, roadside kindness, entrepreneurial reinvention, and industry innovation all come together in this episode of the RV LIFE Podcast. Explore why 2026 is the once-in-a-lifetime year to drive Route 66, as the legendary “Mother Road” celebrates its 100th anniversary with events and celebrations across the historic highway. Meet a skoolie couple known as the “Angels of the Highway” wh...

From owning your RV lot instead of paying nightly rates to staying strong enough to enjoy the lifestyle, plus a behind-the-scenes look at truck camper publishing and RV comfort innovation, this episode covers smart strategy from campsite to boardroom.  Explore how a luxury motorcoach resort near Nashville lets RVers purchase deeded lots with high-end amenities and rental income potential.  Learn p...

From a month-long St. Patrick’s celebration in Savannah to the real costs, mindset shifts, and safety decisions that shape life on the road, this episode delivers practical insight and meaningful perspective for today’s RVers. Discover why Savannah hosts one of the biggest St. Patrick’s Day celebrations in the country and how RVers can experience it. Learn where RV travel costs sneak up on you and...

From Route 66 Plans To Leak Dealbreakers: Big-Event Travel Strategy, RV Buying Red Flags, Holding Tank Truths, and A Behind-the-Scenes Look at Manufacturing. Planning a trip around America’s 250th anniversary, the Route 66 centennial, or major World Cup events? John DiPietro talks with Woodall’s Campground Magazine editor Ben Quiggle about what’s coming up, why pricing and availability may get wil...

Winter RVing can be magical until it’s not. With this winter edition of the RV LIFE Podcast, we dig into the hidden and obvious challenges cold weather brings. Learn how to prevent road salt damage, frozen systems, power drain and water management. Hear practical, experience-based advice to help you prevent costly winter mistakes and stay comfortable in cold conditions. Plus: Get a real-world look...

From Tank Myths To Life On Wheels: Real-World RV Tips, Money Mindset Shifts, And Campground Trends Attending RV shows this year? Discover what RVers really need to know before attending. John DiPietro shares practical tips for getting the most out of any RV show without getting overwhelmed. Got tank odors? Jim and Rene sit down with Ricky and Chris from Unique Camping + Marine for an honest, occas...

Take your RV dreams to Europe, get real-world solo travel advice, explore expedition-ready vans, and catch up on key RV industry trends. This week on the RV LIFE Podcast, John talks with Kay and Nick Flint from Fantasy RV Tours about guided RV trips in Europe and Scandinavia. Learn how renting locally, following a scouted route, and traveling with a group can remove the stress of 220-volt power, t...

Ever wondered what campground owners really think of your camping style? Third-generation owner Galen Bailey reveals what makes an ideal camper—from check-in etiquette and site boundaries to speed limits, lights, noise, and trash. Rose and Glynn talk with Alex and Jackie of “Where Is Ajax?” about financial independence, seasons of travel, and their Oh Hi Cards app.  Jim and Rene meet the creators...

Get a peek behind the scenes at Quartzsite, Mexico RVing tips, new RV electrical news, and meet the Netflix actor working on the road.   This week on the RV LIFE Podcast, we’re taking you behind the big tent at Quartzsite. Discover how this legendary desert gathering is like “Burning Man meets an RV show.” John DiPietro talks with Kimmy King, the woman who runs the famous Quartzsite Sports, Vacati...

Making RVing Simple With New Format & New Voices The RV LIFE Podcast is back with a new season, a fresh format, and new voices. Join Jim and Rene as they introduce merger of the RV LIFE and RV Entrepreneur shows. Our new team of co-hosts now bring you bite-sized segments on travel, lifestyle, income, and RV industry news. They welcome RVE co-hosts Rose & Glynn Willard plus industry insider...

RV LIFE Podcast Season 2 will feature new voices of seasoned RVers and industry experts. And we want to hear yours! Share your RV lifestyle tips or fun travel tales for our Campfire Stories segment!  Leave your message now at https://podcast.rvlife.com/contact Special  Discount Codes: Click Link & Use Code * RV LIFE Pro  25% off at check out

In this kickoff episode for season 2 of the RV LIFE Podcast, Jim welcomes RV LIFE founder and CEO Andy Robinowitz to share exciting news: The RV LIFE Podcast is merging with The RV Entrepreneur Podcast. Hear the story behind the decision, a look back at each show’s legacy, and what’s ahead for the new combined format.  From RV industry insights to travel tips and inspiring RV entrepreneur profiles...

In this immersive episode, I (Patti Hunt) am on location at one of the most unique RV campground experiences in the country. Joined by Tonja Lesmeister, co-owner of Firefly Hills and seasoned full-time RVer, the episode explores how this family-run campground blends community, creativity, homesteading, and education into an unforgettable stay for RVers. From whimsical children's spaces and mu...

America's Largest RV Show, Hershey RV Show and want to explore the area? Here's your ultimate guide from Hershey to Philadelphia. Hershey Park & Chocolate Factory Tour  Harrisburg Area   Amish Village       * Shady Maple  Smorgasbord Turkey Hill Experience   Longwood Gardens   Valley Forge National Historical Park     * King of Prussia Mall  Bushkill Falls   Peddler's Village  &...

I (Patti Hunt) have a straight talk with social media influencers Shane and Patty Gill of Gills on Wheels to share their journey from a traditional home to full-time RV living. With hundreds of thousands of followers across platforms like Instagram and Facebook, Shane and Patty offer insights on downsizing, financing life on the road, navigating all 50 states, and building a social media business...

In this electrifying episode I (Patti Hunt) sit down with Denis Phares, CEO and founder of Dragonfly Energy, the company behind the revolutionary Battle Born Batteries. We dive deep into why lithium batteries are transforming the RV lifestyle for full-timers, boondockers, and off-grid adventurers. Denis shares his fascinating journey from physics professor to battery pioneer, the safety and effici...

In this episode I (Patti Hunt) welcome Rob Boyer, Air Force veteran, master certified RV technician, and owner empowerment lead at Alliance RVfor a deep dive into the RV lifestyle. Whether you're buying your first rig or upgrading your current one, Rob shares what truly makes an RV a “junker” or a “jewel,” how to evaluate dealership service, and the biggest mistakes new RVers make. He also sh...

Can your relationship survive life in 300 square feet? In this episode I (Patti Hunt) welcomes full-time RVers James & Kelly Raber, of the RoadRabers, we have a candid talk about the emotional, logistical, and marital challenges of full-time RV living with three kids. From communication breakdowns and moving every four days to embracing intimacy and humor in tight quarters, the RoadRabers shar...