Noël Russell works full-time at a homeless youth shelter in California. On the weekends, she and her husband Jonnie escape into the outdoors using a van as the vehicle to unplug and connect with nature. They have traveled in two different vans so far and are currently working with a van builder to create their dream rig. Learn more about Noël's upbringing, her nonprofit work and what places they call home outdoors.

Noël Russell

The Roll with Me podcast features interviews with people who are living alternative lifestyles. Whether you're interested in vanlife, tiny houses or campers, there's something in here for each of you. Follow along as we ask the tough questions and explore why people live this way.

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Travis and I met a year ago, became fast friends and in that time, we’ve dived into some deep conversations. Travis’ story isn’t an easy one. In fact, Travis has had a rough childhood, and when Travis was 25 years old, he was diagnosed with testicular cancer. The reality for Travis is that not everyday is a good day, even though some might assume he’s living the dream, traveling with his dog Ayla in a Sprinter van. Instead of pretending that everything was okay, Travis started to share the uncomfortable parts in his life so that others would not feel alone. On this podcast, I talk with Travis about his past, his experience with homelessness and why he decided to live on the road.

Travis Wild

David Weinstein traveled around in an old ugly panel truck back in the late 60s and early 70s. And even though his experiences happened more than 45 years ago, it's not so different than the stories of vanlife today.

David remembers his family always telling stories when he was growing up and now that he's older, he felt it was time to share a few stories of his own. This is the story of Big White.

David Weinstein: The Original Vanlife

Katch & Ben live a simple life in their van, a 4WD 2016 Mercedes Sprinter Sportsmobile. As full-time photographers, they travel to shoot couples and edit their photos inside their van.

Katch & Ben in a Sportsmobile

Growing up, Kyle and his family hit the lowest of lows moving in and out of homeless shelters and standing in line at food and clothing banks. We talk with Kyle about his path from being homeless to now, home free.

Noël Russell

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