

RV Lifestyle RV Podcast
Mike Wendland
All about the RV Lifestyle – News, Interviews, Tips, Trip and camping resources
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Oct 16, 2024 • 44min
RV Problems: Dealing with the Disappointments
This week on the RV Podcast...
The RV Lifestyle is what YOU make it. How to handle RV Problems or disappointing circumstances and stay on the road.
Florida RV Parks largely dodged a bullet last week, with most relatively unscathed from Hurricane Milton and now getting ready for this winter's snowbirds.
A State Park in Wisconsin has had to shut down for the season early because of a severe mouse infestation. It's been SO overrun with the rodents that authorities say they had no choice.
All this, PLUS the Social Media RV Buzz and your questions, coming up in Episode 519 of the RV Podcast

Oct 9, 2024 • 36min
Another Hurricane! Plus Tips, Trends and RV News
The Hurricanes just keep coming. As recovery is still underway from Hurricane Helene a new one, Hurricane Milton is taking direct aim at millions of Florida residents and many of the favorite snowbird campgrounds in Florida.
Why are so many campgrounds adding treehouses, covered wagons and tiny homes instead of more campsites? Blame the millennials. At least, so says Kampgrounds of America.
RV Prices are starting to drop. And that’s good news for consumers after years of jacked-up dealer prices
All this plus the RV News of the Week and your questions coming up in Episode #518 of the RV Podcast

Oct 2, 2024 • 40min
Exposing High Pressure RV Sales Tactics
This week on the RV Podcast: How to Deal with High Pressure RV Sales Tactics. We’ll interview a reputable dealer who exposes unethical tactics and tells you how you should respond to high pressure.
RV Campgrounds in six states have been devastated by last week’s Hurricane Helene.
With prices continuing to rise, many are asking, “How can anyone afford the RV Lifestyle these days?" We have some advice in our Social Media Buzz segment.
All this plus the RV News of the Week and your questions coming up in Episode #517 of the RV Podcast.

Sep 25, 2024 • 37min
What’s best for the RVer? Starlink or Cellular
This week on the RV Podcast: What’s best for the RVer? Starlink or Cellular?
Mini Meetup Week starts this weekend for the RV Lifestyle Community, with in-person get-togethers held all across the country. Mike and Jen will hold one Friday night (Sept. 27, 2024)!
What to do when your RV’s refrigerator stops cooling
All this plus the RV News of the Week and your questions coming up in this episode of the RV Podcast

Sep 18, 2024 • 40min
Essential RV Extras: The Top Upgrades Real RVers Want!
This week on Episode 515 of the RV Podcast: Essential RV Extras: The Top Upgrades Real RVers Want!

Sep 11, 2024 • 35min
Enough is Enough! Ever Rising Campground Fees
This week on the RV Podcast:
Enough is Enough. RVers have had it with ever-rising campground fees
The BLM wants to charge RVers up to $600 to boondock in the Arizona desert.
And speaking of Arizona, we have the details on a large chunk of highly desirable RV property near Kingman and Route 66 that’s going to be sold off in 5 acre parcels later this month
All this plus the Social Media Buzz and your questions coming up in Episode #514 of the RV Podcast

Sep 4, 2024 • 38min
RV Horror Stories: Real RVers Share Real RV Fails
This week on Episode 513 of the RV Podcast:
RV Horror Stories: Real RVers Share Their Most Embarrassing RV Fails and “Operator Errors”
Is it right for State Parks to give priority camping reservations and special rates only to in-state residents?
Getting rid of condensation stains on RV shades… there’s an easy solution to make them look like new again.

Aug 28, 2024 • 0sec
Hotter than Hell: A Dog’s Tragic Fate in Overheated RV
Last week, a dog died in an overheated RV when the Air Conditioner lost power. This week in Episode 512 of RV Lifestyle's RV Podcast, we learn about two safety devices every RVer who travels with a pet needs to have. Plus, how one of our followers saved over $1,000 in their extended RV warranty, the Social Media Buzz of the Week and how we plan and find great campgrounds.

Aug 21, 2024 • 25min
What happened when we brought Bo back from Canada under the new CDC Dog Import Rules
We go into a lot of detail about what actually happened when we came back to the U.S. in this week's RV Podcast. PLUS Wendy's Social Media Buzz and more.

Aug 14, 2024 • 0sec
RV Tips for Long Trips
In Episode 510 of the RV Podcast, Jen and Mike are on location in the Canadian Maritimes and share their tips for easy long trips in an RV. They are joined by fellow travelers who offer even more helpful advice, Plus the Social Media Buzz, a surprise announcement about no camping at the upcoming Florida RV Supershow in Tampa, and your questions about the RV Lifestyle.


