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StressLess Camping RV podcast

Tony Barthel, Peggy Barthel
Camping
Route 66
RV Maintenance
RV Camping
Harvest Hosts
Rving
Solar Power
ABC Upfitters
RV Travel
Quartzsite
Portable Power Stations
Thanksgiving
Solar Systems
Boondocking
RV Rallies
RV Lifestyle
RV Gadgets
Escapees RV Club
Girl Camper
Regional Foods

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.

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Latest Episodes

We've completed our Route 66 centennial adventure. From Santa Monica to Albuquerque in February, and Chicago to Albuquerque in October, we had great adventures, saw fun and nostalgic attractions, and ate way too many delicious foods. We were joined b... more

Explore the haunted side of Historic Route 66 in this spooky podcast featuring ghost stories, paranormal encounters, haunted motels, eerie roadside attractions, and mysterious legends from America's Mother Road.

Gather up a beverage, a snack, and a... more

This week we share our adventures through Missouri and Kansas, visiting large furniture, movie inspirations, and great food stops along the Mother Road. We start this episode crossing the Mississippi River into St Louis Missouri, and making our way s... more

This week we share details of our first week touring Route 66 starting in Chicago and working our way toward Missouri. From drive ins to diners to dives to service stations and plenty of neon we recommend you join us here virtually so you can plan yo... more

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Recent Guests

Susan Carpenter
President of the RV Women's Alliance
RV Women's Alliance
Episode: RV Gadget Catch-Up - RV Podcast Episode 379
Tracy Engelmeyer
Chair of the board for the RV Women's Alliance
RV Women's Alliance
Episode: RV Gadget Catch-Up - RV Podcast Episode 379
Duane Yoder
Operations Manager for Rockwood and Flagstaff
Rockwood and Flagstaff (Forest River RV family)
Episode: What's new at Rockwood-Flagstaff for 2027 - RV podcast 377
Justin Boggs
Founder of 833-FixedRV
833-FixedRV
Episode: A smarter way to find RV service - Episode 376
Steve Royce
Steve Royce, rally attendee
Individual attendee
Episode: A day in the life of an RV rally - RV Podcast Episode 373
Kathy Royce
Kathy Royce, rally attendee
Individual attendee
Episode: A day in the life of an RV rally - RV Podcast Episode 373
Garrett Finney
Founder of Taxa
Taxa
Episode: The StressLess dozen small high-quality travel trailers for 2027 - Episode 369
Kenny Phillips
Co-host of Beyond the Wheel podcast; author
Beyond the Wheel; Belle's RV Adventures
Episode: A Dog's Eye View of the RV Lifestyle - Episode 367
Rob Leach
Division president at Air Excel, involved with Coleman Mach testing
Air Excel
Episode: Coleman-Mach - inventing and improving the RV AC - podcast 364

Hosts

Peggy Barthel
RV industry veteran and travel writer sharing camping tips, product reviews, and destination stories.
Tony Barthel
RV industry veteran and travel writer sharing camping tips, product reviews, and destination stories.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 252 ratings
  • I always get a good laugh with this podcast while also learning things. A humorous listen with great information.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Rob J
    23 days ago
  • Camp classes

    Great one! I would love to attend a camp info session in or near Huntsville AL😄

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Julie Bar
    United States4 months ago
  • happy camper

    Super helpful podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Happy Zoey
    United States5 months ago
  • One of the Best!

    This podcast is very informative without insulting your intelligence. The hosts are down to earth people who are not over the top obnoxiously screaming at you about their podcast or their spouse like another camping podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BA-Fan
    United States6 months ago
  • Great Show

    I am a relatively new RV Camper ( just over 2 years) and listen to Peggy & Tony regularly when driving for my delivery job. It’s a fabulous way to pass the time while learning valuable information on RV Camping, reviews on equipment/services as well as tips on saving money They are very funny and entertaining and you can hear the smile on their faces!! Recommend this podcast highly!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    joerone
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners value practical, usable advice on RV maintenance, equipment, travel, and saving money.
Some listeners find background music distracting, and video-first product demonstrations can be difficult to follow in audio.
Listeners describe the information as useful for both new RVers and experienced travelers.
The mix of reviews, industry guests, and varied travel topics keeps the content engaging for many listeners.
Peggy and Tony are often praised for their warm, funny, down-to-earth hosting and easy rapport.

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A day in the life of an RV rally - RV Podcast Episode 373
Q: How do the three showcased RV setups illustrate customization options for off-grid living?
Each rig demonstrates different battery banks, inverter sizes, and solar configurations, showing that the same core system can be tailored to different floor plans and power needs.
A day in the life of an RV rally - RV Podcast Episode 373
Q: What makes the Frog Rally a unique experience for attendees?
It combines social activities, hands-on demonstrations, and a strong community vibe, with seminars and tours that help attendees learn about RV tech and upgrades while connecting with other enthusiasts.
Coleman-Mach - inventing and improving the RV AC - podcast 364
Q: Would you pay for a service that would set up your campsite, take your RV to the campsite, hook you up, turn on your air conditioner, open your slides, fix you a drink while you're inside the office checking in?
The hosts frame it as a provocative scenario to gauge audience sentiment, inviting listener feedback on whether such a service would be desirable or concerning, suggesting this is a topic for the community to weigh in on.
Celebrating kooky and kool with Roadside America - RV podcast 361
Q: What is Roadside America?
Doug explains that Roadside America is a large, evolving website (with a database of thousands of roadside attractions) plus apps and multimedia projects, created to document and celebrate quirky places across America.
Healing through Camping - The Care Camps Foundation - podcast 350
Q: Do you have to be a corporation to help out?
No, you don't have to be a corporation. Individuals and companies alike can contribute, and there are multiple ways to get involved or donate through carecamps.org.

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Frequently Asked Questions About StressLess Camping RV podcast

What is StressLess Camping RV podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Weekly conversations about practical RV ownership, camping, travel planning, and destinations, hosted by RV industry veterans Peggy and Tony Barthel. Episodes combine maintenance and gear advice, product reviews, campground guidance, and travel stories, with occasional deep dives into routes such as Route 66 and unusual roadside attractions. The hosts draw on their own trips and hands-on product experience to explain what RVers may find useful, from choosing a compact trailer to preparing systems for storage or navigating campground etiquette.

Guests add perspectives from RV manufacturers, service providers, industry organizations, and fellow campers. The tone is conversational and lightly humorous, while the advice stays grounded in every... more

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Recent guests on StressLess Camping RV podcast include:

1. Susan Carpenter
2. Tracy Engelmeyer
3. Duane Yoder
4. Justin Boggs
5. Steve Royce
6. Kathy Royce
7. Garrett Finney
8. Kenny Phillips

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