Tony Barthel, Peggy Barthel

StressLess Camping RV podcast

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Get the most out of your RV while saving money and enjoying StressLess Camping with our weekly RV and travel podcast. You'll get tips, tricks and fun and unusual destinations plus information from RV industry insiders Peggy and Tony Barthel. We've also got our weekly RV review and more.

Author

Tony Barthel, Peggy Barthel

Category

Society

Podcast website

www.stresslesscamping.com

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2026

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Episodes

Visiting historic and scenic Arizona 07.10.2021

We venture back to Arizona for more fun along Route 66 including visiting the historic town of Seligman, Williams and Oatman and pay a visit to the incomparable Grand Canyon. But we are also quite surprised by Bearizona and have some other fun side trips on our journey to share. Plus Tony reviews Rad Power Bikes Rad Mini 2 step-thru bike - is this a great gadget for RVers? The StressLess Camping p...

Tips for full time family RVing with Jason and Abby Epperson of RV Miles 30.09.2021

We get great tips for living with a family full time from Jason and Abby Epperson of RVMiles. We talk about home schooling, road schooling, the advantages of travel and great resources for those who plan to take their family on the road. Jason and Abby provide some great insight on living and working while seeing this country. Then we visit the Grand Canyon Caverns in one of our favorite campgroun...

Full-time RVers save playground equipment 23.09.2021

This week's RV podcast features Rene and Ron who travel the country full time repairing playground equipment from their RV. They explain how they can work from the road and save communities thousands of dollars while providing a green business. Then we check out the RV Thin Shade and see just what we think of it as an RV gadget. The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly show with information, tip...

SylvanSport's Tom Dempsey talks about creative RVs solutions including a new electric RV 16.09.2021

We speak with SylvanSport's Tom Dempsey about what it takes to design and engineer some of the most unique RVs and RVing products available including a forthcoming all-electric motorhome. Whether you look at what the company is building today or has plans for tomorrow SylvanSport is one of the most unique companies out there. Then we head to Las Vegas and look at some of the strange and weird thin...

Electric RVs - Fantasy • Future • Reality 09.09.2021

Electric RVs - motorhomes, Towables, tow vehicles. Are they ready for prime time yet, or just a fantasy? We speak with RV electricity expert Mike Sokol about what he has been driving and towing and his feelings about electric RVs. Can electric RVs really be the future?   Show notes, details, a video and more can be found on our home on the web with information here: https://www.stresslesscamping.c...

The future of RV towing and all-electric trailers 02.09.2021

Talking about the future of towable travel trailers, boondocking and even a new kind of tow vehicle with RV electricity expert Mike Sokol. We talk trailers and tow vehicles that are fantastic for boondocking and moochdocking. We learn more about the new Ford F150 with ProPower Onboard and talk about several new travel trailers including some that are now all-electric. It's great information for an...

Vintage trailers: we love them, we bought one. Now what? 26.08.2021

We bought a vintage trailer and we have the story of that and the history of the company that made them. Where are we going and what are we doing with this trailer, and what will happen to our existing modern trailer? We have those answers and more. Plus we also have a great gadget to quiet your RV air conditioner and even visit Time Away RV Resort in Lincoln, AL. The StressLess Camping podcast is...

Writing the book you wanted with best selling authors Marc and Julie Bennett of RVLove 19.08.2021

Two-time best selling authors Marc and Julie Bennett from RVLove share tips for getting the book you've always wanted to write into reader's hands. The Bennetts have twice published books RVers love and have some great ideas to get the words flowing. Then we head to an RV park in Albuquerque that is filled with vintage treasures including several Hudsons and vintage trailers, too. The StressLess C...

Hear the Road - the HearHere app is a virtual tour guide 12.08.2021

We learn how Hear Here tells the story of the places along the way, from the unusual, hidden, historic and fantastic. This app, with celebrity and local voice talent including partner Kevin Costner, is a like putting a historian in the car to hear the hidden stories and historic facts about places along the way. Then we look at Tony's fascination with American Giants and find out more about the Ja...

Becoming a Certified RV Inspector 05.08.2021

We speak with Carol Mitchell who recently graduated the National RV Inspection Academy and is now a certified RV Inspector. We talk about the training and the pathway and why this could be a great career path for a lot of people. We've also got a few RV safety tips and a great boondocking tip to stay out longer. The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly show with information, tips and tricks to h...

Creating the Ultimate Route 66 Guide with the man who did 29.07.2021

We learn what it takes to create the Ultimate Route 66 Guide App from the man who did, Scott McCoy. This app was indispensable on our trip and we have a few announcements about new features, too. Then we visit Thermopolis, Wyoming - a great destination you might not have on your radar. The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly show with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper e...

RV dealer insider buying tips: don't get ripped off 22.07.2021

Tony shares his best advice so you won't be ripped off on your RV purchase. As a former RV salesperson Tony shares insider secrets and tips. Then we pay a visit to the Black Hills country in South Dakota for a great tour of some incredible sights. You can find the show notes, discount and more here . 

Our favorite planning tools for 2021 15.07.2021

We share some of our favorite apps and planning tools to help you plan and enjoy that next StressLess Camping adventure. From roadside highlights to maps to historic markers we've got a collection of terrific apps that can help make your next adventure more enjoyable. Then we visit Devil's Tower in Wyoming where Peggy brings her geological training to help tell the story of this unique landmark. T...

Live from the FMCA Convention - what's the latest? 08.07.2021

Coming to you from the FMCA's 103rd international convention, we look at the FMCA and what they have to offer and whether you might want to join.   The FMCA is the largest RV club and offers a huge number of benefits including discounts, learning opportunities and much more. We come to you live from the convention and share what we've seen.   Then we go to Amish Country and see what things we can...

RVs today - junk or gems? 01.07.2021

RVs - junk or gem? We tour several RV factories to see how they're made. So are all RVs junk or are there gems? Then we visit the end of Route 66 in Chicago and see some great sights in the area including two more Muffler Men. The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly show with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping.

The Drab to Fab Trailer reveal plus a visit to Kansas City 24.06.2021

This week we are coming to you from Indiana, the heart of RV country, where we attend the reveal of the RV Women's Alliance Drab to Fab trailer makeover plus share some of the things we saw and ate along our Route 66 journey. That took us to Kansas City, Missouri where we tried some regional specialties and saw some landmark sights.   Mentioned on this episode: Places we enjoyed eating on Route 66...

How camping saved her life 17.06.2021

A high-stress profession forced Jessica Rider into the ER and she decided to change her life so camping literally saved Jessica's life. This week she shares tips from her book and how you can simplify the camping experience. Plus we visit some new landmarks on Route 66 and have a great gadget for keeping your camper clean.   Jessica Rider's Book, How Camping Saved My Life Jessica Rider's website P...

Staying Wild on Route 66 plus news from Harvest Hosts 10.06.2021

Staying wild on Route 66 plus updates from Harvest Hosts along with three gadget reports. The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly show with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping. Mentioned on this Episode Our podcast episode with Odyssey batteries More information and our story on Keepers of the Wild Our discount on the RV Soft Start Peggy's re...

Planning our epic Route 66 road trip 03.06.2021

This week we talk about how we planned our trip across Route 66 from California to Chicago. Peggy has been refining plans, distances and destinations to make the most of every day on the road. Tony introduces our newest gadget, the RV Soft Start. The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly show with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping. Mentioned...

RV solar with GoPower plus beach camping in Fort Bragg 27.05.2021

Our guest is Eva Mitic from GoPower introducing a new portable solar panel solution and answering questions about RV solar including what you can do with your built-in system. Then we head to the coast and camp on the bluffs in Fort Bragg. Lastly, we talk about our new Lippert Solera Smart Arm awning! The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly show with information, tips and tricks to help every R...

Solving the things that dogs do plus a visit to We RV Champions and talk about the Hughes Power Watchdog 20.05.2021

We talk about a dirty problem that has affected us all and an innovative way to resolve it. Yep, we're talking dog poop and a company that measures these droppings to determine accountability. Then we take a break and talk to the We RV Champions RV park in Tyler Texas. Lastly, we take a look at the Hughes Power Watchdog and talk about RV surge suppressors. The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekl...

Working, teaching, traveling - putting your passion to work 13.05.2021

Learn how two travelers turned their passion into their work and took it on the road. Their unusual occupation and inspiring story could help you enjoy a life of StressLess Camping. We also head over to Maine and visit with Martin Stream Campground in Turner, Maine.  Mentioned on this episode: Our guests Emilie and Travis' EverydayAdventuresLLC website Emilie and Travis' Facebook Group Martin Stre...

Full time RVers exploring abandoned and hidden places 06.05.2021

We talk with Gly Coolness and Mr. M about their adventures exploring hidden and abandoned places. These full-time RVers are living the adventure and sharing it on YouTube. Then we visit a desert campground where you can safely explore a mine and more yourself.  Mentioned on this episode Our fun and friendly Facebook podcast group .  Our podcast episode on RV towing tips for StressLess Camping .  O...

Taxes and RVers plus visiting Texas Hill Country 29.04.2021

We're talking taxes…and Texas. We talk with the Tax Queen Heather Ryan about how you can be tax ready, save money and plan for the future. Then we visit with Alan Warren and hear about Texas and the Big Chief campground.   Mentioned on this episode:  The Pan American Highway Heather Ryan - The Tax Queen Alan Warren's previous appearance on the StressLess Camping Podcast Big Chief RV Resort   The R...

Trucker tips for RVers plus visiting Grand Lake, CO 22.04.2021

Dave Folla shares great tips for RVers from a truck driver's standpoint. Dave has great tips for navigation and finding great spots to stay over night and how you and the drivers who serve American can work together. Then we pay a visit to Grand Lake, Colorado and check out Elk Creek Campground where moose visit guests.   Mentioned on this episode Our review of the Clear2O water filter  https://yo...

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