The RV Trash Talk crew is back with a laugh-filled update on their summer adventures, road mishaps, favorite apps, and all the Oh Boy moments you could ask for. Whether it's getting sprayed by your own black tank, backing into sketchy gas stations, or finding surprisingly awesome bourbon tours — we've got stories you don't want to miss.

🚐 In This Episode:

💬 Catch up with the crew:

• Rob & Trish (@Living Like Nomads) hit Olympic National Park, Mount Rainier, and the Washington coast 

• Jim & Amy (@The Vagabonds) road trip through Mackinac Island, Michigan's UP, and bourbon-trailin' in Kentucky 🥃

• Danny & Melissa (@Four Simple Lives) explore Wisconsin beauty, Packers games, and the joy (and stench) of sewer disasters

😂 Real RV Life Moments:

• Danny's "Black Tank Blowout" 💩

• Gas station near-death clearance fail 😬

• Tire pressure warning on a narrow shoulder

🧰 Gear Talk + Must-Haves:

• Best apps for RV navigation: RV Trip Wizard, Roadtrippers, RV Life, and Google Maps

• TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems): why you absolutely need one

• Roof checks and sealants: what to look for and when to jump on it

🌟 "Didn't Expect It to Be Awesome" Moments:

• Wrigley Field magic ✨

• Maker's Mark distillery tour

• Jackson Hole's adrenaline-pumping Via Ferrata climbing

• Unexpected love for humid, buggy Wisconsin (okay, love is maybe a stretch…)

🎧 Listen in for:

• Hilarious RV fails (black tank edition)

• Favorite travel stops and hidden gems

• Practical RV tips from certified techs

• Campground comedy and serious travel inspo

Whether you're full-timers, part-timers, or dreaming of the road, this episode delivers laughs, lessons, and a solid dose of reality.

If you've ever lived the RV life, dreamed about it, or just want to laugh with folks who have, this is your show.

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/

 

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/ 

 

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 

 

*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.