RVing with Joe and Kait We're the Russos

In this special episode of RVing with Joe & Kait, I had the pleasure of sitting down with my mom to reminisce about our incredible "Summer with Mom" family road trip. We took an 11,000-mile journey across the United States, filled with adventure, challenges, and unforgettable moments. From national parks to iconic landmarks and unexpected detours, this episode captures the essence of our family bonding on the open road. Join us as we explore the highs and lows of camper van life, the beauty of spontaneous travel, and the joy of creating lasting memories together.

Episode Guest

Christine Russo, also known as Momma Russo, has been a corporate executive and worn many different hats over the years, including being a mother to Joe and his sister. Despite her vast life experience, Christine had never camped or spent any time in an RV. Preferring to enjoy luxury travel, her idea of camping was staying at a motel. That said, Christine has an adventurous spirit and a willingness to try anything, so she jumped at the opportunity to spend a summer on the road.

Resources Mentioned in this Episode

- ⁠Summer with Mom Video Series

- Other Videos Featuring Mom

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We’re the Russos YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter sign up⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book 1: Take Risks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book 2: Tales From the Open Road⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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In this episode, we share our 10-day adventure in the GXV HILT by Storyteller Overland, delving into its features, driving experience, and interior layout. Tune in to hear our insights on this expedition vehicle's capabilities, from off-road performance to practical living amenities.

Resources Mentioned in this Episode

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠GXV HILT Full Tour⁠

- ⁠GXV HILT Travel Video

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We’re the Russos YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter sign up⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book 1: Take Risks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book 2: Tales From the Open Road⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Book a 60 Minute Call with Joe

Are you buying your first RV or have questions about RVing? Let’s see if booking a 60 minute session with Joe is the right fit for you. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn More⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Episode Website

https://weretherussos.com/storyteller-overland-gxv-hilt/

Join us as we navigate the transformative journey from traditional employment to full-time RV living with guest, Eric Johnson from TechnoRV. In this episode, we delve into Eric's bold leap into RV entrepreneurship, the intricacies of buying and scaling a business on the road, and the personal and professional challenges that come with such a dynamic lifestyle change. Listen in to uncover the real experiences behind transitioning to life on wheels and running a thriving business, offering insights that resonate with aspiring entrepreneurs and adventurers alike.

Episode Guest

Eric Johnson has had many different chapters in his life, from corporate America, to giving it all up to full time RV for 7 years, running an online store during his travels, to stepping back from his online business to enjoy retirement. You may know Eric as the owner of TechnoRV, or as a friend from your travels, either way, you will likely enjoy this full circle success story from the RVing community.


⁠http://technorv.com/

Resources Mentioned in this Episode

- TechnoRV

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We’re the Russos YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter sign up⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book 1: Take Risks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book 2: Tales From the Open Road⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Book a 60 Minute Call with Joe

Are you buying your first RV or have questions about RVing? Let’s see if booking a coaching session with Joe is the right fit for you. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn More⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Episode Website

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Dive into the challenges and rewards of living the RV lifestyle and creating content on the road with guest, Scott Watson from Go Small, Live Large. In this episode, we explore the realities of YouTube creator burnout and the pursuit of a fulfilling life on wheels, shedding light on the often-unseen struggles behind the camera. Tune-in to gain a deeper understanding of life as a full-time RVer and content creator.

Episode Guest

In 2017, Scott was unhappy with a traditional lifestyle that included a big house (or as he call it, his storage unit) a long Chicago commute to a corporate job that left him unfulfilled. In 2018, he created a plan to reinvent his life. It began with buying a Winnebago Travato GL Camper Van and then started a YouTube channel about Vanlife. In September 2021, he exited corporate America and became fully self-employed through YouTube and his RV partners. In February 2024 he completed his fifth year of full-time van travel. April 2024 begins a planned sabbatical from posting content on YouTube. Returning on August 28, 2024, he plans new types of content, including taking Viewers with him to exciting destinations such distilleries as a “bourbon hunter”. Today, Scott is most pleased with the amazing Go Small. Live Large! Community he has built with his audience through YouTube and in-person events. As he says at the end of each video, “Journey On!”.


https://gosmalllivelarge.com/home

Resources Mentioned in this Episode

- ⁠Go Small Life Large YouTube Channel

- What's Up Wednesday

- Go Small, Live Large! Patreon

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠We’re the Russos YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter sign up⁠⁠⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠Book 1: Take Risks⁠⁠⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠Book 2: Tales From the Open Road⁠⁠⁠⁠

Book a 60 Minute Call with Joe

Are you buying your first RV or have questions about RVing? Let’s see if booking a 60 minute session with Joe is the right fit for you. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn More⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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Join us in this episode as Jonny Feld from Field Van, an expert in custom van conversions, dives into the intricacies of creating a tailor-made camper van. Jonny unpacks the advantages and challenges of building a custom van, choosing the right chassis, common regrets and must-have features in a custom camper van. Jonny also shares some unique and interesting custom van builds along with questions to ask and things to consider when choosing a custom van builder.

Tune in to absorb Jonny's valuable insights and learn how customizing a camper van could redefine your adventures on the road.

Episode Guests

Jonny has been in the adventure van industry since he was nine years old. His parents Alan and Liz started Sportsmobile West in 1989. As a child he was always around the factory and started working in sales at trade shows at age 14. In 2003 he went to work full time at Sportsmobile West in the sales department. Jonny was later promoted to Sales manager and then became President in 2014. In 2020 Jonny left Sportsmobile and started Field Van. Field Van has locations in Fresno, CA and Reno, NV. He is married with two daughters and enjoys traveling, the outdoors, spending time with friends and family and long walks on the beach.


⁠https://fieldvan.com/
https://www.facebook.com/fieldvanss
https://www.instagram.com/fieldvans
https://www.youtube.com/c/FieldVan

Resources Mentioned in this Episode

- Summit S1 Pop-Up Camper Tour

- Green Machine Camper Tour

- Field Van Pop Tops

- Thetford Portable Toilet for Camper

- Camper Toilet Options

- Moterra Campervan Rentals

- ⁠⁠⁠We’re the Russos YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠⁠Newsletter sign up⁠⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠⁠Book 1: Take Risks⁠⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠⁠Book 2: Tales From the Open Road⁠⁠⁠

Book a 60 Minute Call with Joe

Are you buying your first RV or have questions about RVing? Let’s see if booking a 60 minute session with Joe is the right fit for you. ⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn More⁠⁠⁠⁠

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One of the most common topics of conversation around the campfire is health insurance for full time RVers. We all hope that we won’t get sick on the road, but want to be prepared if something unexpected should happen. And frankly, navigating the world of full time RVers health insurance can be pretty daunting, especially if you've never had to find insurance on your own.

In this episode, we discuss the challenges of dealing with health insurance and medical issues while living on the road in an RV and share our experiences with different insurance plans along with tips for negotiating medical bills and managing routine medical checkups.

Resources Mentioned in this Episode

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠RV Health Insurance Post

- Garmin Satellite Communication Device

- Joe Factor: Motorcycle Accident

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠We’re the Russos YouTube Channel⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Newsletter sign up⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book 1: Take Risks⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Book 2: Tales From the Open Road⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

Book a 60 Minute Call with Joe

Are you buying your first RV or have questions about RVing? Let’s see if booking a 60 minute session with Joe is the right fit for you. ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Learn More⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

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