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Peter Santenello InterviewFirstly Peter Santenello joins the Bob Davis Podcast for an Interview.
Three Years AgoSecondly Peter and I became acquainted three years ago at Quartzite, Arizona.
In addition Peter and I became pretty good friends as a result of that interaction three years ago.
Furthermore he has helped me with my YouTube Project.
Experience In The DesertNot to mention the fact that appearing in a video on Santenllo’s channel documenting his experience with us in the desert that year.
CollaborationEqually if not more important is our collaboration this month on a video in Arizona.
Arizona DiversityTo begin with Arizona has so many diverse cities and towns.
Stories To TellAnd there are always stories to tell.
Therefore our trip entailed visiting four completely different Arizona Towns.
That is to say Sedona, Clarksburg, The Yavapai-Apache Nation, Jerome and Prescott.
New Rig Co-StarsEven more my new rig, Mobile Podcast Command Unit 11, is prominently featured in Peter’s new video.
Audio PodcastThirdly we decided to sit down for a podcast on my channel the day after our little tour of mid northern Arizona.
Because I create unique content for the audio podcast as opposed to the video channel, Peter-Santenello-Interview-Bob Davis Podcast 1169, includes content not in the video on my YouTube Channel found here.
Also Peter’s YouTube Channel is here.
ExperiencesAfterward we talked about the trip, and the experiences we had.
Social Media Isn’t RealFor one thing we agree the America people experience through social media is not the reality.
Travel Opens The MindIn the hope this fact may be better understood Peter and I discuss how travel broadens the mind and softens harsh judgements.
Fourthly we talk about Peter’s experience with his many videos and interviews.
Great AdventureAll in all we had a great adventure.
Arizona HistoryIn essence telling part of the Arizona Historical story and sharing our own observations.
All things considered we talked about the mining and ranching history of Arizona as well as our impressions of life in The Grand Canyon State.
And Grand It Is.
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Is My Rig WreckedIs my rig wrecked? Find out in Is-My-Rig-Wrecked-Bob Davis Podcast 1168. Firstly most of the time my nomad travel experience is bliss.
The End Of The WorldSecondly when things go wrong it doesn’t mean the end of the world.
TransformationOn the contrary when things go wrong the result can be a transformative experience.
That’s what Is-My-Rig-Wrecked-Bob Davis Podcast 1168 is all about.
Travel BlissFor example I was in the middle of pure travel bliss.
And then I discovered a fuel leak.
MechanicalAs a result I visited the service department at the nearest Love’s truck stop.
Subsequently the service department confirmed the fuel link but said they don’t usually do that kind of work.
After that they recommended Freightliner Truck Service…
On the other hand the Freightliner Service was eighty miles away.
So with a fuel link that was out.
Local BusinessesAt length I found a heavy truck service place in Coachella and made an appointment for the next day, Monday.
Pleasant Sunday Turned Into A NightmareAs luck would have it I was spending a pleasant Sunday in the Love’s lot when an 18 Wheeler backed in to one of my doors which was open.
Certainly all the details are in Is-My-Rig-Wrecked-Bob Davis Podcast 1168.
An AccidentTo explain, it was an accident.
In addition more than one correspondent on my you tube channel reminded me these kinds of accidents happen all the time at truck stops.
Heavy Truck RepairAfter that I headed over to the Heavy Truck repair…
Spent A Full Week ThereAnd ended up spending a week there.
Door Repair?Furthermore I had some time to determine the best course of action on getting my door repaired.
Joshua TreeTherefore I ended up in the town of Joshua Tree, California dealing with a perfectly delightful and highly competent fabricator.
Yes It Can Be RepairedAll in all the truck can be repaired and I have even added a few twists to the original plan.
Maybe BetterTo that end the truck might be better than before!
Positive AttitudeAll things considered it’s so important to maintain a positive attitude.
YouTubeCheck out the video on The Bob Davis Podcasts YouTube Channel Here…
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One Day In Death ValleyWhat’s it like to live in a converted fire truck for one day in Death Valley? Join me for details in One-Day-In-Death-Valley-Bob Davis Podcast 1167.
Podcasts About My New RigFirstly I have been doing podcasts about the new rig.
In fact it has become sort of series.
A DreamWithout a doubt my repurposed 1999 Freightliner FL-70 First Responder Unit 11 is a dream.
But I get a lot of questions from listeners and viewers asking what it is like to live in this vehicle.
YouTube ChannelSecondly if you watch the YouTube channel video here you’ll get a good visual idea.
Audio Provides DepthIn addition this audio podcast has more specific content regarding what I did and why.
SolitudeFurthermore I am able to spend a little more time on the audio podcasts talking about topics like solitude.
Freedom From Toxic ContentAs well as why I won’t discuss current events in these podcasts either on video or audio.
Watch Or ListenThirdly the Death Valley backdrop is great for video if you want to watch.
MindfulnessEqually important the Death Valley backdrop is so valuable for mindfulness.
Special PlaceCorrespondingly I can’t get enough of this special place.
New ExperiencesAnd I want to come here for a new experience every year.
Death Valley Podcasts Every YearConsequently you can expect Death Valley podcasts every now and then in the future.
Thirty Days In The ParkGenerally speaking one can spend about thirty days per year in the park.
With this in mind I want to use up every moment of that thirty days.
Winter EscapeEspecially in winter.
RainAnother key point concerning this trip was the rain.
Certainly we don’t associate Death Valley with rain.
Yet it does rain in the park every now and then.
Vast PaletteSurprisingly when it does rain there is a vast palette of colors and light.
Emotional ImpactIn the same fashion the vastness adds up to a very emotional impact.
Solitude Is A Goal and AssetMost importantly the solitude and quiet becomes quite an asset.
In view of the insanity in the everyday world having the opportunity to spend some quiet time becomes a huge asset.
To put it another way it is said either you love Death Valley or you can’t wait to leave.
Of course I am the prior rather than the latter.
Above all I am one of those who cannot get enough of this place.
Lean InFinally all the social media experts tell creators to ‘lean in’ to current issues.
RelatabilityThat is to say this is the way a creator becomes more ‘relatable’.
Pure ExperienceHowever this isn’t what motivates me as a creator.
All of the sudden it becomes very important and relevant to actually provide a place where current events talk doesn’t take away from the pure experience.
All in all the pure experience might be the most relevant thing we need right now.
Join me for One-Day-In-Death-Valley-Bob Davis Podcast 1167 and open the door to that experience.
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Texas Grit Road TripFirstly, I’ve always wanted to take the Texas Grit Road Trip. A more than thousand mile romp through Texas from the Gulf to the West Texas Oil Fields. It’s all in Texas-Grit-Road-Trip-Bob Davis Podcast 1166.
New RigSecondly I’ve got a great new rig that needs a shakedown cruise.
TennesseeWeirdly enough the Texas Grit Road Trip starts as a matter of fact our trip starts in Tennessee, of all places.
Natchez Trace TrailThat is to say I got a great suggestion from a friend to hit the Natchez Trail.
Analogous to great scenic routes like Skyline Drive along the Blue Ridge the Natchez Trace trail runs from Tennessee all the way to Natchez, Mississippi.
Louisiana and The Gulf CoastHenceforth I headed into Louisiana and then on down to Corpus Christie Texas. And now we’re getting into the core of the Texas-Grit-Road-Trip-Bob Davis Podcast 1166
Beach CampingAccordingly this podcast highlights some of the beach camping options as well as a few truck stops along the way.
Texas-Mexico BorderThereafter all along the Texas-Mexico Border on up to Del Rio.
PecosAfterward to the best part of the trip, the road North to Pecos, Texas.
Oil Fields and West TexasAnd out to the oil fields in West Texas.
Guadalupe MountainsFinally following the route through the Guadalupe Mountains back down to the border across New Mexico to Arizona.
Lots To Talk AboutAbove all there’s a lot to this podcast.
TrafficTo emphasize the working nature of this part of the United States the traffic out in the oil fields is as intense as any major city.
Heavy Trucks and Heavy WorkNotwithstanding the fact that all the vehicles were heavy trucks carrying all kinds of cargo to and from the fields.
At length the so called ‘man-camps’, truck stops and pull off points with everyone seeming to be on a mission.
Covering GroundCertainly it’s true I love to cover ground in my travels.
Seeing and LearningMost importantly it’s a chance to see people doing what they do.
Work Work WorkAnd this part of the world seems to be focused on work.
HistoryIn light of the nature of the places I got to see there’s also a ton of history here.
Texas WeatherAt the present time you might see a place like Sanderson, Texas that looks a little worn down…
But not know that a tornado a few years ago nearly destroyed the place.
Harsh ConditionsBut stories like that are common in a part of the world where harsh conditions prevail.
All things considered these places live up to the reputation.
True GritThat is to say this part of the country was forged by true grit.
Finally I use the term ‘Grit’ in as positive a manner as I can express.
All things considered Texas itself has never been an ‘easy’ place to live.
It’s Not Big City LifeOn the whole these days life in the big cities can be pretty cushy.
Ranching Farming Oil and Small TownsIn truth though, whether it’s ranching, farming or oil West Texas is a place that values and embodies hard work.
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New Rig RoadTrip ReadyNew Rig Roadtrip Ready. Firstly, got a new rig and a big announcement for long time listeners and subscribers to The Bob Davis Podcasts.
DifficultiesSecondly getting these two things done this summer proved to be difficult. One of the reasons there hasn’t been a new podcast in awhile.
RoadblocksIn other words sometimes it felt like there were roadblocks at every corner.
Tough Times Require DeterminationWhen things get tough it’s important to realize it’s one step after another.
Follow ThroughBy all means follow through became the order of the day.
School Bus Anyone?To begin with I wanted a School Bus.
However searching for a ‘Skoolie’ proved to be disappointing to the point of becoming depressing.
Asking For HelpAt length I decided I needed help.
Enter my old friend Ed Johnson. Afterward things got easier and more fun.
In reality Ed couldn’t understand why I wanted a school bus.
Fire RescueIn the long run I ended up with a decommissioned Fire Rescue truck.
Best ThingAll in all this turned out to be the best thing that could have happened.
Winter Is ComingBecause my deadline for leaving Wisconsin around Labor Day…
Even More Determination To Get ReadyAnd due to the fact we took possession of the truck on Labor Day…
Lots Of WorkIn reality I had a lot of work to do in the next few weeks to get the new rig road trip ready.
Details in New-Rig-Roadtrip-Ready-Bob Davis Podcast 1165
CDL RequiredWith this in mind when we bought the new rig we didn’t realize the weight and air brakes required a CDL to drive it.
So I had to go get a CDL.
Solar, Heat and Living SpaceIn addition there was the issue of Solar Power, creating a living space in a different space, and getting heat in there.
FallAs a result as fall drew its veil over the fields and lake I went to work.
Before The First SnowsAt the end of the day I managed to get out of dodge just before the first snows in early November.
ManifestingAs I have noted I learned a lot about manifesting what one might want.
Better Than I Could Have ImaginedOn the whole I was surprised at how what I wanted and what I ended up with turned out to be better than I could have imagined.
ThanksFinally there’s a lot of people to thank…
New StoryAll of the sudden I have a new story to tell.
In time I’ll also share how doing a bunch of stuff I didn’t think I could gave me a new confidence.
Back On The RoadIn conclusion I am already back out on the road in the new Unit 11.
YouTubeJoin me on the podcasts here as well as on my YouTube channel to see the new rig.
Now that all of this is out of the way I can announce the creation of a non profit.
Details in the podcast and video.
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Channel and Travel Plans Quartzsite CookedFirstly I have some pre announcement announcements about changes to my podcasts and plans for travel. Secondly it’s time for some real talk about Quartzsite being cooked. Details in Channel-Travel-Plans-Quartzsite-Cooked-Bob Davis Podcast 1164.
Thank You ContributorsCertainly I’ve been honored to receive contributions from many listeners and subscribers to these podcasts.
Future DonationsAnd I want to do something so that future donations can be at least somewhat rewarding to contributors.
Financial ChangesTherefore I am working on some financial changes this summer.
New RigIn addition I’ve traveled the USA in the same rig for ten years now.
As a matter of fact Mobile Podcast Command as originally used aa an audio truck back when I needed mixers and studio microphones to do a podcast.
And I travelled quite a bit on those days across the country.
Subsequently I decided to hit the road permanently with the advent of the pandemic in late 2020.
The idea I was going to hit the road in a luxurious RV is equally important.
All things considered I ended up in Mobile Podcast Command.
As a result I have been sleeping on the floor of this 25 year old Ambulance for the past ten years.
Therefore I am looking for a new rig.
Rural America Wisconsin Small TownsIn addition I devote a fair amount of time in this podcast to rural America and Wisconsin small towns.
Best Summer StoriesFurthermore there are plenty of stories about how much I am enjoying one of the best summers in a long time up at the lake.
Content EvolutionTo emphasize how my approach to these podcasts has evolved over the years I talk about how I develop content.
Quartzsite Questions and Real TalkFinally I get a lot of questions these days about Quartzsite which I answer with some real talk.
Channel-Travel-Plans-Quartzsite-Cooked-Bob Davis Podcast 1164.
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Favorite Summer RoadtripsFirstly how about three favorite summer roadtrips to ease your mind? Details in Favorite-Summer-Roadtrips-Bob Davis Podcast 1163.
Secondly holiday travel trips are usually short distance.
For example Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day.
However in high summer there’s nothing like a mega road trip to ease your mind…
And make life great again.
A Series Of RoadtripsAbove all so called nomad life is really a series of roadtrips.
So after ten years traveling and five years on the road full time I can give you some ideas to work with.
Modern Life PressureAnother key point is the pressure many people feel with modern life.
Therefore the need for longer trips is a consideration.
Exploration and TravelIn addition anyone will learn from exploration and travel.
Go With The FlowBy the same token I think longer trips help is ease into going with the flow.
More FunAnd going with the flow means more fun as a result.
Three RoadtripsFinally I chose these three trips as a general idea.
All Over The USThat is to say they’re designed generally so you can access them pretty much no matter where you are in the United States.
On the other hand a lot of my travels recently have been in the Southwestern United States.
Because I don’t like to do repetitive content these are different ideas.
Route 2 Across The Northern TierAccordingly the first trip takes us to Glacier National Forest on US 2 from the Midwest.
Of course you might want to go all the way to Seattle.
The Outer BanksSecondly there’s nothing like the Outer Banks on the Atlantic.
Eventually taking us from Northern Florida, Georgia, South Carolina all the way to North Carolina.
To be sure there are beaches…
And long Ferry Rides.
These features coupled with the history make this a great roadtrip.
The Red Neck RivieraThirdly another coastal trip.
But this one is along the Gulf Coast.
Specifically The Red Neck Riviera.
That is to say the coastal roads from Tallahassee all the way to Mobile, Alabama.
By all means this is one I like to take every time I head west.
Beaches…Food…HistoryOn the positive side there’s plenty of beaches, food and lodging along the way.
Not to mention plenty of history.
All things considered these are my suggestions for some real fun and an escape this summer.
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Embracing Change Wisconsin SpringSpring in Wisconsin is all about embracing change. The same is true in life. We’ll talk about it in Embracing-Change-Wisconsin-Spring-Bob Davis Podcast 1162.
Travel Is Constant ChangeAbove the thing about travel is the constant change.
Issues in LifeTherefore when I stop down for the summer in Wisconsin I am confronted with these same issues in life.
New WrinklesAs a matter of fact as I work harder and harder on my videos for the YouTube Channel that in itself is a big personal change.
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Equally important is the nature of the season of spring.
Travel In The SouthwestAfter all most of my travel this winter has been in the Southwestern US.
Documenting TravelAnd I have produced several videos and podcasts about my travels.
High PointsFor example the Pacific Coast Highway in California, Death Valley and finally heading east on America’s Loneliest Highway Route 50.
Grateful To Watch Full Seasonal ChangeGiven many thousands of miles of nomadic travel this season staying in one spot gives me an opportunity to watch a full seasonal change.
Spring eventually becomes summer.
Depths Of WinterFirstly up here in Northwestern Wisconsin when one is existing in the depths of winter…
It’s undeniably true that it feels like summer will never come.
To Glorious SummerBut it does!
And it’s truly glorious.
Brown To Blue SkiesBecause I was able to see the change from barren brown and grey to verdant green and blue skies…
Analogy To ChangeI was able to draw the analogy to changes in life as a result,
Resist Change‘Secondly it is also true that we resist change.
Running To Seasons ChangeYet we run to the change of seasons.
Spring To SummerEspecially winter to spring and then on to summer.
Why Don’t We Embrace ChangeGiven these points I wonder why we don’t embrace change in our lives in the same manner?
GratefulEven if we’re moving from Fall to Winter we might be grateful the heat of summer has passed.
ContrastIn contrast when it comes to personal change we wonder what we did to ‘deserve’ a certain result.
Fight ChangeOr we fight to prevent the change from happening.
An Era Of Chaotic ChangeFinally we’re living through an era significant because of its complexity and chaotic change.
GoodOn the one hand change is good,
BadOn the other hand it isn’t always easy to handle.
AgingEven more we all age.
Growing UpIn addition those around us grow up and grow old.
Growing OldIn spite of our efforts people pass away.
Afterward I’ve always thought it strange that they have moved on but all their stuff is still here.
Life Goes OnMeanwhile lie goes on and we must cope.
Difficult LifeAlso from time to time we are confronted with difficult circumstances which have the same finality.
Not EasyAt this instant it isn’t easy.
But we have to go on.
Better To Embrace ChangeThese days I am thinking it is better to embrace change than to fight it.
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Loneliest American HighwayFirstly US Route 50 is unofficially called the Loneliest American Highway. Join me for the trip in Loneliest-American-Highway-US-50-Bob Davis Podcast 1161.
Best American HighwayBut Route 50 turns out to be one of the best road trips you can take.
Mega Road Trip CaliforniaWith this in mind as I ended my mega road trip up the California coast…
Sacramento To The East CoastI headed for Sacramento as soon as I wrapped up on the Pacific Coast Highway.
Here’s The California Road Trip PodcastsAs a matter of fact if you want to check out the PCH trips go here for part one; https://thebobdavispodcasts.com/mega-road-trip-2025-bob-davis-podcast-1159/
And here for part two;https://thebobdavispodcasts.com/perfect-pacific-vibe-bob-davis-podcast-1160/
YouTube ChannelAnd here’s the YouTube channel link if you want to see video versions of these podcasts; https://www.youtube.com/@thebobdavispodcasts9768
US 50 Is DifferentHowever US Route 50 is something altogether different.
Mountains To DesertsThat is to say we start in the mountains and deserts of Eastern California.
Free CampingIn particular in these mountains I encountered my first ‘free’ campsite.
In contrast with the bracing breezes on the West Coast my first campground was a thriving babbling brook.
Most importantly I arrived too early in the year for the campground to be open.
But the gate was down and other people were camping.
Therefore I spent a great first night at the side of the brook.
Subsequently on into the California and Nevada deserts.
Nothing Like A Two Lane Highway For FreedomAbove all I can say there is little more in this life more therapeutic than a deserted two lane highway stretching into infinity.
Open RoadIn other words if what you seek is the open road US 50 has it in spades.
Mountains To ValleysEqually important are the shifts from mountains to valleys and deserts as we travel this route.
Life PressureCertainly these days we all wonder what will happen next.
Corporate GrindEven more the pressures of day to day life and corporate life are heavy for many.
Small Town AntidoteI took a closer look at many small towns along the way with this purpose in mind
What Comes NextIn other words if you didn’t do what you’re doing now how would you do whatever comes next
Small Town LifeAs an illustration of that question small towns like Ely, Nevada and Delta Colorado help the traveler imagine what life would be like if things were a little different.
Colorado Mountains and Continental DivideFinally moving into the Colorado Mountains including crossing the Continental Divide at Mammoth Mountain.
PlainsThen we moved straightaway into the plains of Eastern Colorado and Western Kansas.
National Parks and Truck Stop CampingFrom time to time camping at more free campgrounds, national parks like The Great Basin and Black Canyon, and an occasional Truck Stop.
Meditating On HistoryIn addition to the meditation of driving there’s a lot of history in this region of the country.
Farming Ranching MiningEspecially ending in Fort Dodge Kansas, I am reminded of the ranching history of the plains as well as the mining, pioneer and Native American history of Colorado, Nevada and California.
Ancient PeopleTo this end there are artifacts like the Petroglyphs in Nevada where people lived and thrived more than ten thousand years ago.
Full ExperienceTo sum up all of this is waiting to be experienced on supposedly the loneliest highway in the United States.
But I think Route 50 is one of the best highways.
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Perfect Pacific VibeFirstly my trip up the Pacific Coast Highway is a continuation of the Mega Road Trip for 2025. That is to say I am taking the scenic route on my way back to Wisconsin from the California Deserts. Details in Perfect-Pacific-Vibe-Bob Davis Podcast 1160.
Review Of The RoadTrip So FarSecondly for review listen to Podcast 1159. Here’s the Link.
Yes There is VideoIn addition both the video versions of these podcasts are available at the Bob Davis Podcasts YouTube Channel.
StunningWhat’s more the scenery is stunning.
Death Valley To The CoastBy all means there’s plenty of information about what routes I took from Death Valley to the coast.
And on up the coast to the Redwoods.
Show and ShareThirdly I do not tell listeners ‘how’ so much in these podcasts and on the video channel as I show and share the experience.
Bucket ListNevertheless many people include a trip down the Pacific Coast Highway on their so called ‘Bucket Lists’.
That being said I don’t do bucket lists.
In fact I have been up and down this highway more than once in the last few years.
Never DisappointsTo be sure the Pacific Coast Highway never disappoints.
Happy AccidentsBut a planned camping trip threw a wrench into the plans to continue the trip up the full length of the PCH from Santa Barbara.
Even though I put a lot of time into maps and planning some happy accidents made a huge difference in the star crossed nature of this trip.
Getting Lost Is WinningAccordingly getting lost and finding campgrounds that were deserted and free completely by accident made this trip one for the books.
BackRoads and Coastal CampgroundsCorrespondingly finding backroads and mountain roads with incomparable views was a feature.
With this in mind I don’t know if I could tell listeners and subscribers just how I got to a place.
Given these points it’s really all about getting there and now how.
Life LessonsTo put it differently many lessons on the road often turn out to be great life lessons too.
Perfect Beach TownsBy all means its important to hold space for those happy accidents that lead to the sublime.
Overall many listening to Perfect-Pacific-Vibe-Bob Davis Podcast 1160 who have been traveling themselves for any length of time will identify with this idea.
Especially since time and again I found myself in a campground or circumstance that literally took my breath away.
Why California?Finally people often ask me why I wanted to spend so much time in California this year.
Basically California is one of the most unique places in the US and maybe even the world.
Obviously and certainly it’s expensive and Golden Staters themselves think it’s weird.
But all things considered this is still one of the the best road trips I have been on.
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Mega Road Trip California 2025I am on a Mega Road Trip for 2025. Most importantly this podcast covers my trip from the desert, mountains and beaches. Details in Mega-Road-Trip-2025-Bob Davis Podcast 1159.
Take Your Your Time On A RoadtripIn the first place I’ve learned doing Roadtrips with hell bent for leather travel isn’t so great.
Low and SlowMost importantly if the traveler has the time low and slow is the way to go.
2 Months From California to OregonFor example I plan on taking almost two months to get to the California-Oregon border.
Furthermore I plan on taking the same approach to Oregon and Washington if possible.
Desert Mountain BeachesGenerally this podcast covers my trip for the deserts in Eastern California, to the mountains about thirty miles from San Diego and ultimately to the beaches south of Los Angeles.
HistoryCertainly there is history involved.
Spanish CaliforniaThat is to say that the purpose I’ve selected for this trip is to learn more about the Mission System in California dating back to the Spanish.
Jedediah SmithEven more one of the historical figures I am interested in is Jedediah Smith.
By all means Smith blazed many trails in his life.
Southern RouteBut perhaps the most important exploration he accomplished was to find the southern route to California.
With this purpose in mind Smith was both saved and incarcerated by the Spanish at the mission at San Gabriel and at the Presidio in San Diego.
In Mega-Road-Trip-2025-Bob Davis Podcast 1159 I tell that story.
But there’s more.
Mountain and Beach CampgroundsAll in all I got to spend some time at superb mountain campgrounds and on the Beach at Carlsbad, California.
Just The BeginningFinally it’s amazing to me that I am only a short way into this Mega Roadtrip for 2025.
Follow My ProgressSo follow my progress as I head north and eventually east to Wisconsin.
Subscribe and SeeAbove all subscribe to my YouTube channel and watch as well.
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Oversharing Nomads Ruin TravelDo oversharing nomads ruin travel? These days it seems like all the travel highlights have been detailed by oversharing nomads. Details in Oversharing-Nomads-Ruin-Travel-Bob Davis Podcast 1158.
OpportunityCertainly the world is full of opportunities for Discovery and Exploration.
Nomad LifeAnd I discuss these subjects in relation to nomad life.
Documenting ExperienceHowever recently I have noticed almost every place and experience has already been documented with a pin in a map…
So everyone else can have the same experience.
FreedomBy all means we have the freedom to experience and enjoy where we go in our own way.
OvershareNevertheless one of the pitfalls of the so called #nomadlife ‘movement’ is a tendency to overshare ….
LectureAnd as a matter of fact lecture everyone else about where to go and what to do.
Road TrampsEven more with people who learned nomad life a certain way from certain people…
They are generally apt to pull right up next to a vehicle and force themselves on other campers.
On one hand this behavior is based on the idea we’re all brothers and sisters in this effort.
Manners and BoundariesOn the other hand this behavior shows a pronounced lack of manners and boundaries.
Accordingly it is not unusual to find yourself listening to a whirlwind travelogue with ‘pointers’ on where to go and what to do.
How Do You Define Adventure?With this in mind one wonders when adventure, discovery and exploration happens…
Ticking BoxesIf all we do is tick boxes on a list from someone else.
Amazing And IncredibleIn fact my sense is social media and modern technology have made the practice of telling everyone else about ‘amazing’ and ‘incredible’ places very common.
Leave Something To DiscoverIn the final analysis we should be leaving something to discover for the new travelers.
Not That HardIn addition these same people stress that Nomad life is extremely complex and difficult.
In summary it’s not that hard.
Sooner or later we all discover the world is a big place and there’s a lot to see.
Maybe some experiences are still pristine.
Keep It To YourselfIf you find one…Keep it to yourself.
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Life at an Off Grid BLM Camp near Yuma is an acquired taste. Details in Off-Grid-Yuma-BLM-Bob Davis Podcast 1157 .
Firstly I have been traveling and camping at some spectacular National Forest campgrounds,
And National Parks.
Even more at some amazing Bureau Of Land Management campgrounds which are well maintained and fantastic.
But the so called Long Term Visitor Areas are a different story.
Certainly my listeners and subscribers have followed my tribulations through the LTVA experience in Quartzsite, Arizona.
Above all Yuma isn’t much better.
By the same token the vibe in at Yuma is a little more chill than a hundred miles to the North in Quartzsite.
Basically I ran into some first time RV people; the other day and they expressed their displeasure with these LTVA’s run by the Department of The Interior.
Overall this is a great place to wait out the final few weeks of what we call cold weather down here.
In fact with temperatures in the 80’s as I write…
It won’t be long until I start spring travel into the higher elevations.
Undoubtedly first time RV people have their concerns.
It’s important to realize that these places have no power or water hook ups.
Nevertheless there is garbage service and fresh water.
In the same fashion bathrooms are provided.
Unfortunately sometimes they don’t work.
Another point overlooked is the BLM isn’t very good at fixing things…
Or cleaning things up.
In contrast to nearby military bases with five bars of 5G…the US Department of the Interior cannot seem to figure out how to get cell service into these LTVA’s.
On the other hand once you accept all those drawbacks life can be pleasant here.
Secondly one of the things about this environment is it tends to be more social.
All things considered I am changing my requirements when it comes to camping.
In fact these days I prefer more solitude and emptiness.
For that reason I will generally avoid these kinds of places.
For the time being though this is a good place to wait out the final few cold nights and plan for future travel.
On this occasion one takes the good with the bad.
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Nomad Winter Escape AdventureFirstly time for a Nomad Winter Escape Adventure. Details in Nomad-Winter-Escape-Adventure-Bob Davis Podcast-1156.
Winter Break Up NorthSecondly right about now just about everyone in North America is looking for a winter break.
Polar VortexCertainly the arrival of the Polar Vortex and Winter Storms are key.
Cold In The West TooIn addition even out west it’s cold in the higher elevations.
NomadsEqually important is the need for nomads for warm days and nights.
ChallengedAccordingly the adventure here is the often challenged nomad migration from the higher altitudes to the lower.
Life On The RoadOf course because life on the road requires multiple stops in transit it becomes an adventure.
Eastern SierraThirdly I love the Eastern Sierras.
Spring and FallHowever this locale is a lot more palatable in the Spring and Fall.
Lone Pine To Organ PipeSince I just made the trip from Lone Pine California to Organ Pipe National Monument in Arizona I can tell the story.
All things considered I was warmer in the below sea level reaches of Death Valley.
But I don’t like to back track.
San DiegoIt’s for this reason that I headed toward San Diego.
Owing to the fact that I had video to upload I was in search of a Starbucks and a place to hole up for a night while I uploaded.
In reality apparently San Diego doesn’t like Truck Stops or National Forests.
And, like Florida, this part of the California frowns on stays in Walmart parking lots, Cracker Barrel’s, or Denny’s.
All things considered any nomad out there is nodding their head.
In the final analysis I do not blame the San Diego area.
Rest AreaAt the same time the best I could do was a rest area about forty miles east of the city.
At length let the downloading begin!
CampgroundFinally found a great campground a little farther east.
Santa Ana WindsAt length I found the nights still too cold with the Santa Ana winds and headed for Arizona.
Mundane AdventureWith this in mind Nomad-Winter-Escape-Adventure-Bob Davis Podcast-1156 is all about the little errands and things we have to do that makes nomad life an adventure sometimes.
In any case any refugee from the current Polar Vortex will find California and Arizona quite pleasant despite slightly cool evenings.
Organ Pipe DreamAnd Organ Pipe National Monument is a dream.
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Adventure Freedom HistoryAdventure, Freedom and History in Death Valley and The Eastern Sierras.There’s so much to see and so many thoughts! Details in Adventure-Freedom-History-Bob Davis Podcast 1155.
Death Valley Eastern SierrasFirstly my last podcast dealt with the Eastern part of Death Valley. Podcast 1155 deals with the Western Part of Death Valley and the Eastern Sierras.
Freezing In Lone Pine CaliforniaSecondly I am doing this podcast as I exit the freezing northern reaches of Lone Pine California and head for warmer parts of Southern California.
Most importantly heavy winds and near freezing temperatures make it pretty cold up in the mountains.
PioneersThat is to say given the elements I don’t know how the pioneers even considered trekking up the Sierras with their belongings and animals.
Donner PartyCertainly the Donner Party experience led to later western emigrants to seek a southern route.
Death Valley DaysThis literally led through Death Valley.
HistoryAltogether I love the history in the west.
Western HistoryBut the Death Valley Sierra area is jam packed with all kinds of historical stories.
BeautyEven more every view is packed with beauty.
Heading SouthWith this in mind while I retreat to warmer climes I am doing this podcast in Mobile Podcast Command as I head south.
FreedomAbove all this is a great time to discuss issues of freedom.
At the present time I am struck by the number of people I know who feel deeply constrained in their jobs,
PressureEven more life seems also to be exerting a tremendous weight on shoulders ‘back in the world’.
NomadAll things considered I think this is one of the reasons people are so interested in nomad life.
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2025 High Vibe In Death ValleyIt’s time for a higher vibe to ring in the New Year and Death Valley is the place to do it. Details in 2025-High-Vibe-Death-Valley-Bob Davis Podcast 1154.
Staying To The MaximumI came here to stay one or two nights and ended up extending to the maximum time.
As a matter of fact I could live here if they let me.
What a contrast to the Truck Stops of Las Vegas.
Especially the stars.
Largest National ParkOf course this is the largest National Park in the Lower 48.
SurpriseBut at the holiday time of year I was surprised by the number of people camping up here.
Primitive ManCertainly it’s true that our end of year rituals rooted in primitive man.
So it’s fair to suggest Christmas and New Year’s celebrations precede the Christian Era.
And our commercial hustle and bustle suggests a return to pagan roots for some.
Camping For Christmas and New YearsBut I am still surprised at the number of people camping here for Christmas and New Years.
Primitive RootsAccordingly this place has a lot of primitive history.
With this in mind the ghosts of Ancients, American Indians and Pioneers have a certain currency.
GhostsAs well as the miners and entrepreneurs that built some of the best attractions in the Park as well as in the region around it.
HistoryUp to the present time this place has a lot of history.
GratitudeFurthermore as a nomad I am grateful for the ability to enjoy places like this at length.
VibeThe first thing to remember is the vibe in the campgrounds is high.
CampfireFirstly every night there is a lot of talk around the campfire of where people camped and what they saw that day.
Crush Of Holiday Activities Back Home
Secondly and chiefly a huge relief and respite from the shopping and food and family intensity of Thanksgiving through the New Year.
Winter SolsticeMeanwhile the Winter Solstice is supposed to be for resting and refitting.
In addition for preparing our seeds to be planted in Spring.
In summary Death Valley is a special place with a lot of life!
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Hella Truck Stop NationIt’s a Hella Truck Stop Nation. In this case “Hella” is used in the negative sense. Get the full scoop in Hella-Truck-Stop-Nation-Bob Davis Podcast 1153.
Las VegasFirstly I am supposed to be enjoying a perfect Southwestern sunset in front of a warm campfire.
Instead I am in Las Vegas waiting for a heater I’ve ordered to arrive at Camping World.
And dealing with a strange noise and potential mechanical problem with Mobile Podcast Command.
Therefore I am rotating around Las Vegas.
Truck StopsFrom time to time visiting various truck stops both in the city and in surrounding areas along the freeway.
Long Time TravelerMore importantly I have been doing this for a long time.
That is to say traveling around the country visiting towns and cities.
Certainly spending most of my time on the back roads and avoiding the major cities.
Shiny Hotels Of Las VegasAll things considered when most people come to Las Vegas they come to the shining hotels.
In essence to gamble, enjoy an expensive and delicious dinner and see a show.
Miss The Back StreetsUnder those circumstances visitors never see the back streets of this city.
DesperationIn particular the in town truck stops.
At the present time I don’t think I have seen this many desperate people.
And not just here in Las Vegas.
But all over the Southwest.
Fool No OneTo explain we’re talking about people sleeping in cars and converted vans and utility trucks that fool no one.
Or the free campgrounds in the desert.
Digging A Little Deeper This TimeTherefore I certainly could have recorded a breezy and fun podcasts about how much I love truck stops.
On the other hand I decided to dig a little deeper and push a little harder.
Haves And Have NotsThere’s nothing like a trip to Vegas to emphasize the gap between the haves and the have nots,
The AbyssAs well as the unfortunates who have fallen off the last rung of the economic ladder…into the abyss. And sure there’s jobs for those with certain skills.
And of course there are those who I describe as useless.
SharecroppersThirdly about 90 years ago hundreds of thousands of Oklahoma Sharecroppers headed west.
Grapes of WrathFor the purposes of illustrating our current situation I spend some time discussing “The Grapes of Wrath”.
There Is No PlanFinally the difference between today’s desperate and the Okies is a plan.
In conclusion there is no plan.
Word To The WiseIn fact if you’re a nomad or want to be one you have to be able to identify this situation and the places you don’t want to stay.
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Freezing My Ass In Big Bear CaliforniaFreezing my ass in Big Bear California. Not really. From Los Angeles to Big Bear in Freezing-My-Ass-Big-Bear-California-Bob Davis Podcast 1152. It’s a little cooler at seven thousand feet than it is down in the desert.
Oil ChangeFirstly after trying several mechanics in LA I discovered no one wants to take the big old ambulance on for an oil change..
Forget LASecondly I called in an audible.
As a matter of fact my Brother and Sister in Law have a place in Big Bear. We came up last week after Thanksgiving.
And we planned to come back up this weekend anyway.
Welcome To Big Bear CountrySo I decided to take a chance and find someone to do an oil change up at Big Bear.
Family and FunBy the same token it is not only fun but really good for me to spend some time with family up here.
Furthermore the mooch-docking continues.
Basically what’s not to like.
Big Bear HistoryTo begin with Freezing-My-Ass-Big-Bear-California-Bob Davis Podcast 1152 takes a very surface look at the history of this area.
From Native Americans to Miners and later Settlers. And Grizzlies.
The American WestIn fact I am fascinated these days with the history of the American West.
Real HistoryEven more one of my conclusions is that the history of the settlement of the American West is in many ways the real history of the United States.
TestsThat is to say that the real test of the legal institutions of the new country back in the day was the push west starting with the Ohio River Valley.
People Led The WaySignificantly I think it’s fair too suggest that the people led the way during the decades before the Continental United States became a reality.
ControversyOf course controversy is and has always been a factor in this part of the country.
Therefore I am not taking a position on any of these historical realities.
Natural BeautyIn addition California continues to amaze me with its natural beauty.
The Drive UpAccordingly the drive up to Big Bear from LA starts with the usual traffic jams.
Mountain ViewsGiving way to breathtaking mountain views afterward.
New PodcastAll in all there is a lot to talk about in this podcast.
Future Plansin like manner I take a little time to talk about future plans.
Fly OverEqually impressive was the experience of getting buzzed by my pilot nephew and the audio I was able to capture.
Short Distance TravelTo sum up being able to travel short distances and have a complete change of point of view is just what the doctor ordered for this nomad.
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MoochDocking Thanksgiving In LAMoochDocking Thanksgiving in LA has been a lot of fun. When we hang out at someone’s house and use their electric we call it ‘Moochdocking‘. Details in MoochDocking-Thanksgiving-LA-Bob Davis Podcast 1151.
Not Home For The HolidaysFirstly most of the time we nomads don’t go home for the holidays.
Certainly distance is usually an issue.
Secondly for many family is also an issue.
100 Miles AwayHowever I was 100 miles away from my brother in law’s house in LA.
So what the hell.
Driveway With Hook UpsAccordingly the driveway with an electric hookup is a far cry from the dry lake bed at Joshua Tree…
Or Joshua Tree National Park.
JudgementsAnother key point is the fact that we nomads have judgements about life “back in the world”.
Longer Equals Less JudgementAlthough the longer I do this the less judgmental I become.
After all some people prefer a house and a car…
and some people prefer the road.
Raising KidsFinally I have come to appreciate how difficult it is for people to raise three kids and keep it together in the suburbs or anywhere else.
Big Screen TVAll in all it has been great to see my nieces and watch TV on a big screen.
Group Cooking EffortBy all means the group effort Thanksgiving Dinner was also a hit.
Pure LuxuryIn addition I must say having electricity 24/7 is pure luxury.
Difficult Nomad LifeAll of this is a tremendous contrast to the unquestionably difficult experience nomad life can sometimes be.
Lessons LearnedTo begin with when I hit the road I did not realize the lessons I would learn in the next four years.
Harsh JudgementsBut sometimes I think we judge too harshly when it comes to life ‘back in the world’.
Not Going BackWhile this may be true I certainly am not about to go back to my old life.
Choose The RoadUp against one or the other I would choose the road for sure.
For example I don’t think too much about the day of the week.
And am therefore free to spend as much time as I want in a place like Joshua Tree National Park …
The Gift We Give OurselvesTo enumerate this is the gift we nomads give ourselves when we take the plunge.
AppreciateAs a result as I begin the fifth year of this adventure I have learned to appreciate my friends and family ‘back in the world’.
Not Running A CampgroundWhile that may be true I also don’t lean as much on friends and family across the country to stay in their driveways.
After all they aren’t running campgrounds,
However when I do it is a great glimpse at another life.
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Joshua Tree National ParkJoshua Tree National Park is certainly one of the best National Parks in the US. Some rate it the best. I am live from Joshua Tree in Joshua-Tree-National-Park-Bob Davis Podcast 1150.
Dry Lake Bed It Is NotOf course it is a far dry from the dry lake bed I’ve been staying at for over a month.
Although the dry lake bed has its charms.
Loving National ParksEqually important is the fact that I am growing partial to National Parks.
Grand Canyon and now Joshua TreeOf course getting stuck for a month in the Grand Canyon is pretty great. Listen to the Grand Canyon Podcast here.
Bureau of Land ManagementIt’s important to realize the difference between the Bureau Of Land Management ‘camp’ sites…
Other Options For NomadsAs well as the National Forests, State Parks and of course the National Parks.
Although you have to pay in a national park…and most forests and of course state parks.
And you have a fourteen day limited stay…
Worth ItAltogether it’s worth it.
Discounts and PassesEspecially if you take the time to investigate various discount passes you can get.
BLM Stewardship Is Not Like The National ParksIn addition I spend a little time in this podcast talking about recent issues with the Bureau of Land Management’s stewardship of the land.
Never Pay Camp Fees?In the same fashion while I know many nomads consider it a badge of honor of they never pay camp fees.
Free Is GoodTo be sure free is good.
Condition of FreeHowever balanced against the state of some ‘free’ campgrounds I wonder whether ‘free’ is actually worth it.
VibeFurthermore Joshua Tree National Park has a special vibe.
For one thing two deserts come together in the park.
Therefore one part of a stay in the park might be completely different from another part.
Equally important are the hiking options throughout the park.
No Travel Tips ThoughFinally I don’t really do travel tips and I talk about this a fair amount in this podcast.
Presently there are plenty of travel tip and advice videos available on YouTube.
Travel Is A Personal DiscoveryBut I think the real juice of travel is discovering it on our own.
Now I have certainly gotten myself into more than one mess with this attitude,
On the other hand in the end, it has been worth it.
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Values and Principles are All In The FamilyFirstly this is a personal and heartfelt podcast about Values and Principles and It’s All In The Family. Details in Values-Principles-All In The Family-Bob Davis Podcast 1149.
Suggested By A YouTube ViewerSecondly the idea for this podcast came from a YouTube viewer.
PrinciplesTo begin with this viewer suggested I talk about the principles of Mountain Men and how I have adopted them.
Of course I don’t follow someone else’s principles. I follow my own.
SourceBut where do they come from.
Great IdeaSo that’s a great idea for a podcast.
My FamilyAccordingly I delve deeply into my own family for clues.
PersonalTherefore this became a rather personal and heartfelt podcast.
Four GenerationsBecause I went back four generations sharing what I know about my ancestors and what they were like.
That is to say what they might have believed in when it came to principles…
And how they lived their lives.
Where Did You Find These StoriesBecause I’m going so far back you might wonder about the source.
With this is mind much of the stories come from my Grandfather.
All in all my mom as well.
Not only these…
But my own memories too.
Confuse Values and PrinciplesAbove all I think people confuse values with principles.
Of course principles can come from values.
On the other hand I find principles more like hard and fast rules…
And values to be more flexible.
Hard To Adopt PrinciplesGiven these points it’s difficult to see how this nomad could have adapted or adopted the principles of an historical figure.
ChannelingIn spite of the feeling you might get from watching a movie about some figure or character that results in a feeling like you can almost channel the them…
Eventually you’re left with your own history and family story.
Everyone Has A Different StoryLastly of course these are different for everyone.
Certainly some of us would rather not follow principles of certain family members.
Nevertheless we learn our family’s principles in early childhoods.
Accordingly that makes Values-Principles-All In The Family-Bob Davis Podcast 1149 a very personal and emotional podcast.
Follow AlongIn conclusion it’s my hope the listener will follow along as I tell my story.
Think About Your Own Family and PrinciplesAnd accordingly remember your own childhood for ideas that apply.
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Four Years On The RoadFour years on the road full time as a nomad is pretty hard for me to believe. Details in Four-Years-On-The-Road-The-Bob Davis Podcast 1148.
HalloweenFour Years ago on Halloween I left my emptied duplex in Minnesota for a life on the road.
Full TimeIn nomad and RV parlance it’s called ‘full time’.
TravelI certainly put my time in as a part time nomad from 2015 until 2020.
But full time is something else again.
No Big Thank You’sBy all means I am grateful for the support friends, family, listeners and subscribers have given me.
However there won’t be a lot of thank you’s in this podcast because I usually save that for New Year’s Eve.
ChangeAdditionally this fourth year was a year of change.
Beneath The SurfaceIn fact I did not know my ideas about nomad life were changing at the same time Nomad Life in general was changing.
Goodbye QuartzsiteFor one thing while I love Quartzsite and have enjoyed at least two years there in the winter.
There has been a change in the air and I feel it is time to seek out new adventures.
I’ll explain in Four-Years-On-The-Road-The-Bob Davis Podcast 1148.
AdventureEqually important to me is the idea of new adventure.
Now, adventure means different things to different people.
Instead of climbing mountains and jumping out of airplanes just the idea of movement and seeing new places is adventure for me.
Joshua TreeFor example following my departure from Quartzsite this fall I am now in Joshua Tree.
Although by the time you read this I might be somewhere else in the Southwest.
TravelogueAll in all one of the great things about these Halloween Anniversary podcasts is a chance to do a little travelogue.
Nomads Are In A Different TimelineFirst thing to remember about nomad life is we’re on a different timeline.
Given that we travel around a lot sometimes it’s hard to remember where we were and when we were in one place or another.
After all life is about the experience. Not always the dates and times.
PodcastsAs a result I often have to go back and consult the list at The Bob Davis Podcasts to see where I was and when I was! You can do the same thing by clicking here.
Fifth YearHenceforth we begin the fifth year.
What Do I WantAt this point it’s all about figuring out just want I want from this experience.
FreedomOne thing’s for sure.
I don’t think I could ever go back to the old life.
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Las Vegas To Joshua TreeFirstly Las Vegas-Joshua Tree-Bob Davis Podcast 1147 is about a computer meltdown forcing the nomad back on the road.
Secondly I am not mad about it.
Thinking About More TravelMost importantly I have been thinking about traveling more lately.
Roll With The PunchesAltogether sometimes you just have to roll with the punches.
Water and PC’s Don’t MixAlthough this may be true when you spill water on your PC unexpectedly it stirs the pot to say the least.
But if we’re speaking the truth…
Done With Quartzsite For NowWith this in mind I was about done with Quartzsite Arizona anyway.
YouTubeCertainly I had just finished a YouTube video about how we can’t predict the future.
Changes In MeccaAnd in that video I talked a little about how the experience in the so called nomad Mecca has changed over the past few years.
New AdventureTherefore I have been looking for a new adventure.
Rather than just sit there and be unhappy I took the opportunity to do something new.
As much as I love my friends in Quartzsite during the winter months.
Bloom Is Off The RoseWhile this may be true the bloom is off the rose.
Heading North To Las VegasEven though goodbyes are difficult it was great to get back on 95 and head up to Havasu City, Searchlight Nevada and ultimately Las Vegas.
Afterward while I am not a gambler and have not been a fan of Las Vegas lately…
Surprisingly EasyNavigating to Town Square Mall and the Apple Store was surprisingly easy.
New MacStraightaway I was negotiating for new Mac Pro.
All in all this is an opportunity to finally have the IT juice to do some video editing as well as improved quality for the podcast.
Learning CurveHowever there will be a bit of a learning curve since I can’t access all the data on the old Mac Pro currently.
And you have to learn all new ins and outs of updated software, so no music in this podcast.
Solving ProblemsAt any rate the thing about problems is you get to solve them.
Searchlight To I-40Lastly coming back the way I came through Searchlight I happened upon on of my reference points in my travels.
Truck Stop TimeIn other words a cluster of truck stops at I-40 and 95.
Coupled with a new digital lease on life I had a chance to chill out to the sound of semis and reset my plans.
In conclusion some of these plans are discussed in this podcast.
More About This Next PodcastBut I’ll talk more about the journey in my next podcast to celebrate four years as a nomad full time and start out the fifth year of travel.
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Quartzsite BullseyeWhat’s a Quartzsite Bullseye. Check out Quartzsite-Bullseye-Bob Davis Podcast 1146 for all the details.
But I’ll fill you in.
Content CreatorsTo begin with content creators thrive on active audiences that watch and listen to their content…
And subscribe.
GratefulAbove all we are grateful for the listens, views and subscriptions.
We’ll Take The HelpIn short anything that can help our fledgling channels grow.
Active AudiencesSignificantly every now and then we stumble onto a small and active demographic which for some unknown reason our content “was made for”.
Thousands Of ViewsThe result can often be tens of thousands of views and a boon to all the other platforms we’re on. This just happened to me and if you want to see the video click here.
This happened to me here in Quartzsite, Arizona this fall.
PhenomenonSo my code word for this phenomenon is “Quartzsite Bullseye”.
GangbustersOn the other hand fleeting success suddenly changes to gangbusters.
Surprising the content creator.
The The Chase BeginHence he or she begins to chase something called an algorithm.
After that known as the carrot.
Painting Oneself Into A CornerAll of the sudden our content creator is sucked into painting himself into a corner…
In the final analysis, with the same content over and over.
Small Overall AudiencesBecause that kind of content gets views, shares, likes and subscriptions.
All in all is this good for the content creator?
No Thank YouI’ll take the views.
But in the long term I refuse to fall into that trap.
Controversy In The Grand Canyon StateIn detail I’m down here in Arizona.
Where in fact there is quite a controversy underway about a proposed fee increase of over 300 percent for seasonal fees to use Bureau Of Land Management Long Term Visitor Areas.
CommentsFurthermore as I watch this situation unfold let’s say I have fielded hundreds of comments as well, most of which haven’t been very enlightening.
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Nomad Life’s Deteriorating ConditionAfterward we’ll talk about the state of nomad life.
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Montana Yellowstone IdahoFirstly I’m on another big trip from Wisconsin through to Montana, Yellowstone and Idaho. Ultimately I’ll be pulling into Quartzsite, Arizona earlier than planned. But this is a great route south. Details in Montana-Yellowstone-Idaho-Bob Davis Podcast 1145.
Custer National Battlefield MonumentSecondly my Montana visit was punctuated with a visit to the Custer National Battlefield Monument. For details on that experience check out my YouTube channel here.
Soul HappyAbove all when I am traveling my soul is happy.
Juices FlowingThat is to say when the wheels are turning the creative juices are flowing.
Much To SeeAlso there are always amazing things to see.
ObservationsAnother key point is my observations on what I have experienced on the trip so far.
Old Story From YellowstoneCertainly a ‘pass-through’ this year was a lot different from a old story about pushing a VW Bug through the park in the middle of the night.
This experience differed markedly from the VW experience so many years go.
What’s With The Bison?For one thing people these days seem to be mad to get through the park so they can get pictures of Bison.
I’ve witnessed behavior in the same fashion at the Grand Canyon.
JewelsAs much as it is important to celebrate the fact that we Americans have these wilderness jewels to marvel over…
On the negative side I’m not sure people are actually experiencing these parks.
SelfiesThey are too busy taking selfies.
Camping BookedOn the other hand I am glad the park was too busy for camping.
Pass ThroughBecause a pass through was just what the doctor ordered at this point in the trip.
Land Of Sky Blue WatersBecause I camped all summer as I like to say on the shores of a lake in the ‘Land of Sky Blue Waters’…
After that I am not so keen to camp.
Truck StopsAll in all truck stops are my go to these days.
Recording In Flying J’s LotBasically it’s pretty hard to miss in this podcast since I recorded in a Flying J Parking Lot.
Oil CheaperOverall oil is getting cheaper…
Winter TravelTherefore the winter looks promising for more travel and adventure.
By all means getting down to Quartzite is my priority…
115 DegreesBut when I last checked the weather it was 115 degrees in the desert out there.
By all means the subject for my next podcast.
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What Makes Your Soul HappyAbove all what makes your soul happy? Recently after a week with a hundred plus degree fever I awoke to this question. Details in What-Makes-Your-Soul-Happy-Bob Davis Podcast 1144.
This QuestionFirstly none other than Joseph Campbell suggested that as time goes on and we age we’re left with this question.
This Question Is DangerousCertainly when we’re young we don’t make the time for these kinds of thoughts,
Even more a thought like what makes your soul happy is even dangerous.
Because we’re bringing things into this world.
For example family, marriage, getting that great job, starting businesses and so on.
In short making our dreams come true.
But as we age eventually the world recedes and the body gives out.
Of course we know this.
Province of Any AgeTherefore while it is the province of age to nurture our soul it doesn’t hurt to devote some time to this question.
Another Year Of Nomad Life?As a matter of fact as a nomad I had been considering whether I want to continue to do this.
Quartzsite Nomad ExperienceIn light of this question I suggest in this podcast that I felt I’d had it with the whole “Quartzsite Nomad Experience” last winter.
Wondering WhyAnd really wonder why I do this at all sometimes.
On the other hand there is the question of what makes my soul happy.
Looking BackAs an illustration some thoughts come to my about my own childhood.
Wild ChildBecause I was a wild child much of my motivations and actions in life seemed impulsive.
Elemental.
No Plan Might Just Be A PlanAnd yet my decisions to do this or that sometimes on a whim seemed to always work out.
ChangesGiven these points I have been considering some changes and wondering whether I want to continue for a fifth year on the road.
To say nothing of the fever.
So when I woke up and asked myself that question…
The answers formed this podcast.
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State Of The Summer 2024Firstly for this State of The Summer 2024 Report I don’t like to draw attention to negatives. But a whole month has gone by with no podcast! Let’s talk about it in State-Of-The-Summer-2024-Bob Davis Podcast 1143.
Nothing To Say?Secondly much of my radio silence over the past few weeks is due to the fact that I have nothing to say.
With this is mind is it writer’s block?
Or am I lost in summer’s bliss?
Busy SummerCertainly it has been a busy summer.
Of course a lot of socializing on the Wisconsin Shore.
Too Much TalkingWhat’s more a lot of talking.
Too much talking.
To be tired of talking is altogether strange for me.
But there it is.
On A PathBalanced against canoe rides on the still lake and dinners around the campfire there’s a lower octave.
Accordingly we seem to be a on path.
With this in mind there doesn’t seem to be much more to say about it.
Won’t Chase Likes and SharesIn addition I don’t want to be the kind of content creator who mines his life and everyone in it to chase likes and shares.
Saving Some Of This Summer For MyselfMoreover there are some experiences I save just for myself.
The Lake’s First Signs Of FallAfter that as I watch the lake I feel the first signs of fall.
Time To GoAll things considered it’s time to go.
In short it won’t be long til I am back on the road.
Decisions About Fall TravelAll in all I’ve made two decisions about this fall and winter.
To that end which way to head and whether to camp alone this winter wherever I end up.
Crackling SummerSumming up it’s been a summer crackling with observations, friends, food and some adventure…
No sooner than I have discovered I am exhausted from all of this…
Ready To TravelAnd preparing to travel again.
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Winning With Procrastination and LazinessAll things considered maybe we need to consider winning with procrastination and laziness. That is to say we’re over tasked and under appreciated. Details in Winning-With-Procrastinaton-And-Laziness-Bob Davis Podcast 1142.
Feeling OverwhelmedFurthermore I am seeing plenty of posts from disaffected workers about how overwhelmed we feel.
Natural ManTherefore in this podcast I first consider Natural Man or Ancient Man.
Chiefly the original hunter-gatherers in the mists of time.
For example the Celts…
Or the Plains Indian.
ClocksIn fact primitive clocks only go back to around 3500 BC. (By the way I announced the source for this statement as a ‘blogger’ named Jack Mason. In fact it is brand name for a watch!)
The Sun Moon And StarsBalanced against our minute by minute and second by second world primitive man told time with the sun, the moon and the stars.
TechnologyOf course the clock was a major technological improvement.
TeamworkEven more I won’t go so far as to suggest that human beings are ever going to get anything done if they can work as a team to complete tasks.
However life today is getting a little ridiculous.
Time To OurselvesTo put it another way even at the dawn of the industrial age on through the 1980’s people had time to themselves.
Allow The Mind To WanderComparatively they had more time to allow their minds to wander.
Consequently while they were riding the train or bus…
Or driving to and from work…
Problem SolveTheir minds could rest and ‘problem solve’.
No Time For That NowWith this in mind the most compelling evidence for the use of procrastination and laziness as a tool for success is the fact that we have almost no time to do this these days.
Demand The TimeHence we have to demand or take the time to be lazy and to put things off.
Laziness and Procrastination Are No Longer NegativesWith this in kind Winning-With-Procrastinaton-And-Laziness-Bob Davis Podcast 1142 is all about why procrastination and laziness are no longer negatives.
Recognizing The Need For OrganizationSo firstly while recognizing the need for organization and goal setting in business, family and corporate life…
What We Think We Have To DoIt’s also secondly realizing most of what we think we have to do isn’t really necessary.
Summer By The LakeFinally the more I sit by the lake this summer…and to simplify.
Nightly CampfireAnd mediate on the nightly campfire…
HappierThe more I think giving ourselves permission to win with procrastination and laziness the happier we will be!
Let Our Minds Work In The BackgroundIn the final analysis I think a lot of the work of life takes place when we allow our minds to wander and attack a problem subconsciously.
Controlled By Modern Devices And NonsenseHaving said that often the problem is our devices and so called demands of life won’t allow our minds to work.
Given these points I understand why people demand remote work options and enjoy it so much.
In essence it’s time to realize if you put something off so you can be lazy…
You’re not a bum.
In fact you might be the smartest person in the room.
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Is Oldschool SocialMedia Dying?Is Oldschool SocialMedia dying? The bloom is certainly off the rose these days. Details in Is-OldSchool-SocialMedia-Dying?-Bob Davis Podcast 1141.
Media Is Starting To Cover This IssueEven more we’re starting to see media regarding this issue.
User ExperienceAnother key point is the user experience.
It sucks as a matter of fact.
Notwithstanding the fact that Old School Social Media isn’t going away.
Worthwhile Advertising Outlets?Companies are beginning to question whether these aging platforms are worthwhile advertising outlets.
Testing AdvertisingAccordingly I tell some stories about testing advertising on Facebook awhile back.
Where Are The Major CorporationsFurthermore one wonders why major corporations aren’t usually heavily represented on these Old School platforms?
Lower EngagementConcurrently there have been stories detailing lower and lower levels of engagement.
Welcome To The Nursing Homes Of Social MediaFirstly what is happening is younger demographics are moving to messaging apps, Instagram, Tik Tok and YouTube.
Of course that leaves older and older people using the Old School platforms.
What’s The Utility Of LinkedIn?In addition to Facebook one wonders what is up with Linkedin.
Along these lines I include a drop from a recent rant from a content creator about the jobs and so called business platform.
Users are wondering what the utility for Linked In is in the same fashion.
Small BusinessAnother key point is the fact the small businesses often use these platforms to advertise their services.
Do You Want To Be Associated With A Bad User ExperienceFor these businesses a point often overlooked is what happens when your business is associated with the kind of bad user experience found on Old School Social Media these days.
For example trolls, bots and spam.
Not to mention negative comments.
The Little Guy Uses These PlatformsFinally from time to time I talk about these kinds of issues.
The reason being many of my nomad friends and myself use these platforms to get the word out about our blogs, podcasts and videos.
Newer And Different PlatformsWith this purpose in mind another key reason to consider newer and different platforms are the algorithms.
Help Me Find An AudienceIn other words newer platforms help you find an audience.
However older platforms seem to think your content is enough to generate viewers and followers.
How Do Small Businesses Actually Generate Business?
In this situation I spend a little time discussing how a small business actually generates clients and referrals.
Socially CorrosiveIn conclusion I feel these old school platforms in particular are socially corrosive.
Bad For Artists and CreatorsFor example I question whether these platforms are best for content creators and artists for obvious reasons.
What’s Next?All things considered I don’t know enough about software engineering to understand what is next…
But I would not mourn the loss of Facebook and Linked in…
And I gave up on Twitter/X a long time ago.
Why Be Associated With A Bad ExperienceTo summarize with the user experience on these platforms flat lining I don’t understand why businesses would want to be associated with them.
Businesses Questioning Old School Social Media Platforms
I believe all of the sudden we will see businesses starting to question whether their referrals are actually real people…
Or if they’re getting any referrals at all.
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Nomad Life Lessons LearnedFirstly #Nomadlife-Lessons-Part-Two-Bob Davis Podcast 1140 is a continuation of the line of thought I started in Part 1 in this series.
Welcome To The AnarchySecondly #Nomadlife itself is an anarchic world.
That is to say there are no set rules or “To Do’s” necessarily.
In other words there is no set way to be a ‘nomad’.
All About The Individual YouThe lifestyle chiefly depends on the individual.
For instance what you need and what works for you.
Most Advice Is UselessBy all means my own interpretation of what is available when it comes to nomad content I have found to be pretty useless if you’re just starting out.
PurposeAccordingly having a conversation with yourself about your purpose is important.
Work Is No Picnic These DaysCertainly it’s necessary to reiterate current economic conditions make housing very expensive…
Even more rules about coming back to the office put people of all age groups in a vice.
Because with seventy minute commutes in most major cities and higher prices, keeping up has become difficult.
Not to mention the oppressive nature of corporate and work life.
Alternative LifestyleSo wanting an alternative lifestyle is not just a romantic notion these days.
All in all #nomadlife is a consideration…
What To ExpectTherefore in #Nomadlife-Lessons-Part-Two-Bob Davis Podcast 1140 my goal is to give future nomads an idea of what to expect.
For the most part it’s a great experience.
RevenueHowever we all need a revenue stream and a purpose.
Vehicle or ‘Rig’Thereafter almost everyone’s attention turns to what kind of vehicle to get.
Unquestionably this is is the fun part.
By the same token so is throwing all your crap away before you leave.
Don’t Borrow Money For An RVBut don’t borrow a bunch of money for an RV because they are not built for what we do..
Leave The Minivan At HomeAnd you might want to think twice about cramming into a minivan…
Although you will find videos and blogs that tell you this is a great idea.
To clarify there is a fair amount of desperation out there…
You need a little bit more room and capability than a minivan although some have made it work.
It’s a Personal JourneyFinally I don’t think the personal journey is emphasized enough.
Even more I think going out for the first year alone is a good idea.
In conclusion I spent a fair amount of time at the end of this podcast talking about the personal journey.
The Story Travel TellsThe story you are allowing time and space and travel to tell you.
And it’s so important to remember sometimes to have an adventure you have to just go.
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Nomadlife Lessons Part OneAltogether after many years as a nomad it’s time to share some lessons in #Nomadlife-Lessons-Part One-Bob Davis Podcast 1139.
With this purpose in mind I set out to cram all the lessons into one podcast.
But it turns out I have a lot of content to share when it comes to nomad lessons.
State Of MindIn #Nomadlife-Lessons-Part One-Bob Davis Podcast 1139 I begin with our state of mind when we first test the nomad waters.
Accordingly there’s some discussion about economic conditions these days.
Conditions Before You GoThat is to say conditions which might drive people out on the road and into #Nomadlife.
Firstly there is the fact that housing has not decreased in price despite the reduction of inflation.
TriggersEven more most working people have thirty to forty percent less buying power than they did in 2019.
Certainly part of the reason I got rid of just about everything I owned was the increasing price of rent.
And the overbearing nature of efforts to contain the pandemic.
After that being on the road meant being free.
No More Free MoneyIn addition back in 2020 there were a number of pandemic relief funds and incentives which helped many to adopt the nomad lifestyle.
All of the sudden those measures are no longer available…
Back To Work PeasantSignificantly as well these days more businesses are exhorting workers to return to the office.
So I think the bloom might be off the rose slightly when it comes to hitting the road…
On the other hand this reality can also be a trigger for chucking the nine to five suburban lifestyle.
Especially when you consider some commutes are now seventy minutes long.
Romance Is Still StrongHowever that does not diminish the romance of this alternative lifestyle.
Revenue StreamTherefore these days one has to have some kind of revenue stream to do this.
Obviously retirees have savings, pensions and social security.
Contrarily younger people might not have those resources.
And you don’t want to hurt your own savings or future retirement.
Temporary JobsIn view of this fact I spend a little time sharing what I know about some of the temporary jobs available ‘out there’.
Forget YouTubeOn the negative side many future nomads imagine themselves making bank from their YouTube channel.
Of course if you have experience creating content that’s one thing…
But chances are a YouTube channel or Instagram is not going to foot the bill for a nomad life.
Most Nomad Content Include ListsFinally I see a lot of content on line about ‘the three things you have to do before becoming a nomad’ or ‘the sixteen things you need’ and so on.
Certainly some of this is good advice…
AdventureEqually important though, is the sense of adventure that comes from not knowing too much about something before you do it.
EnlightenmentAnd realizing you’re getting a lot out of something as you do it.
DetailI’ll give you a little more content in detail about what this experience is like in the first of these two #nomadlife lessons podcasts.
No RegretsIn conclusion unlike many of the posts these days decrying the lifestyle I have not regretted doing this for one day.
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No Politics A Better PathFirstly it’s time for some real talk about why No Politics is the better path for me. Check out No-Politics-Better-Path-Bob Davis Podcast 1138 for details.
Secondly in order to explain this I do have to spend a little time talking about political science.
But no personalities or issues in this podcast.
No Political ContentOr any podcast or YouTube video I do.
In fact this has been my policy for more than three years now.
MetamorphosisTo clarify a metamorphosis for me began around 2020…
which at length changed my approach to content on my podcasts.
Long Time Listeners Already KnowAll things considered my subscribers and listeners know this has been my policy.
On the other hand I have new listeners and subscribers both on these podcasts and through YouTube.
Why?Even more people have been asking me why I don’t talk about politics…
Don’t ‘Should’ me BrahOr in like manner suggesting I “should”.
Better Path For MeTherefore it’s time to say again why the no politics content rule is a better path for me.
Political ScienceMore importantly it’s necessary to discuss political science for a little bit of time in this podcast.
RancorBecause of course so much of social media content is devoted to back and forth arguments and rancor about national personalities and national issues.
Easier To ListenAbove all I can’t really write it the way I say it in this podcast…
Socially Corrosivebut so much of this socially corrosive rancor in on the social media platforms where people complain about ‘the media’.
Useless EnergyWith this in mind a great deal of national government in the US is not subject to individual votes in the same manner local government is.
Yet so many of these ‘arguments’ have to do with national issues.
Ruining The VibeOverall though the reason I think this is the best path for me is that political talk ruins the travel vibe.
Four More YearsThirdly I have been a nomad for four years now.
Positive VibeThe first thing to remember about the nomad lifestyle is it carries a very high positive vibe.
We Are MoreFurthermore this experience taught me we can be and are so much more than yelling and screaming at each other across the back fence.
Why Bring The Nightmare To The Dream?In the final analysis when someone chooses a lifestyle that is unique…
It’s most important that one of the drivers of the decision to choose this lifestyle is to experience more and be more.
In the long run, why bring the nightmare to the dream?
Finally I do not feel all this political yelling and screaming is positive at all.
Certainly not for the kind of content I have grown to love.
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Wisconsin Time WarpFirstly after the recent sun storms I feel like I am in a Wisconsin Time Warp and that is the starting point for a free wheeling discussion in Bob Davis Podcast 1137. Something about the Auroras seems to have bent time in the dream life. Details in Wisconsin-Time-Warp-Bob Davis Podcast 1137.
60 DaysSecondly after 60 days on the road and six thousand miles of nomad travel I was due for a rest.
High Energy AurorasHowever something about the auroras jacked me up!
Subsequently I looked up and realized I had not done a podcast for awhile.
Previously the plan had been to do a podcast summing up my sixty days of travel.
And of course Wisconsin-Time-Warp-Bob Davis Podcast 1137 does include some conclusions.
RestEqually important to me are observations post rest.
Living In A DreamCorrespondingly I delve into the persistent feeling that I am living a dream.
For instance the glass smooth surface of the lake.
Or the waxing moon.
To say nothing of an endless wood supply fueling fantastic fires every night.
Nightly RitualEqually important is my nightly ritual of dinner on the fire…
After that sitting and taking in the night.
In effect witnessing the dream.
Deserted LakeIn the third place the lake is almost deserted these early days of spring.
On this occasion a few people come up to open up their cabins for the season.
Steward Of A Dream WorldAfterward they head back to the city leaving me as the steward of this dreamworld.
Even more it has been utterly still here…
in the wake of the crackling energy of the auroras.
Contemplate The NightAll things considered a perfect time for me and the owls to contemplate the night.
In any case I have just come off an incredible journey.
Dream Or RealityAll in all sometimes I prefer the dream to the so called ‘reality’.
By and large a world where people seem to be obsessed with trying to predict the future…
…and nothing seems to get resolved.
What’s Real?Not only this but also creating a world that seems fake when you’re on the shores of a placid lake…
Or traveling sixty days through rural America on two-lane roads.
I prefer the dream, thank you.
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Six Thousand Miles of Back Roads Part2Above all traveling six thousand miles on backroads across 15 states in sixty days is a mega trip and I’ll tell you all about it in Part 2 of this series. Details in Six-Thousand-Miles-Backroads-Part2-Bob Davis Podcast 1136.
FloridaFirstly we’ll start in Florida.
Where the most compelling evidence for over crowding and over development is getting kicked out of a state park…
Of course not to mention the traffic…
And expense of the so called Sunshine State.
Secondly take Florida off your travel list in season.
Undoubtedly Florida is overdeveloped.
However there are less populated and more quaint parts of Florida worth visiting and spending time.
GeorgiaHence we move on to Georgia
Certainly the Saint Simons Cumberland national seashores are beautiful.
For example Jekyll Island, Saint Simons, and the rest of the Georgia Coast has a lot of history.
South CarolinaThen in South Carolina I discovered some great dusty beach towns.
But I am not going to name those towns because I don’t want to see them ruined.
Otherwise they are there.
North CarolinaSubsequently the North Carolina coastline was fantastic
For example highway 179…
and Ocean Isle Beach, Oak Island on out to the Carolina Beach.
Finally the Ferries are low cost and so much fun.
Thereafter-Emerald Island, Atlantic Beach and the rest of the Outer Banks.
Ocracoke IslandEspecially Ocracoke Island.
In due time you get on Route 12 which goes all the way up to Kill Devil Hills.
All in all The national Seashores keep these areas from being over developed.
The Old DominionAfterward I headed to Virginia on some personal business.
Most importantly here is the fact that I lived in the Old Dominion State for ten years at one point.
And Virginia has some great back roads.
Eventually I left Richmond headed up 460 to Bristol, Virginia.
TennesseePresently I left Bristol for Tennessee. Details again in Six-Thousand-Miles-Backroads-Part2-Bob Davis Podcast 1136
By all means the best of the latter parts of this trip was the navigation.
Using GPS Doesn’t Make A Road TripIt must be remembered that most people enter a location on their GPS.
Eventually hitting start and driving on the Interstate until the GPS tells them they have arrived.
All things considered using GPS on the Interstates just isn’t any way to travel for me.
MapsTo this end I love maps.
And navigating with maps.
NashvilleIn short I navigated to the Nashville area without all the traffic.
Because Nashville is booming.
Civil War HistoryEqually important is the amount of Civil War history in this part of the country.
Death and Destruction MonumentsThat is to say it is food for thought considering popular culture these days.
Kentucky Does Not Like ShouldersAccordingly I moved onto Kentucky which does not like shoulders on its roads.
IllinoisThen Southern Illinois.
As an illustration of the superiority of maps over GPS it’s easier to make changes in your travel plans.
Because you pull out a map and look for a route to emerge to a new destination.
Thus I headed North to the Chicago area to see friends.
NavigationAt this point another tremendous feat of navigation coming up on 51.
CairoOn this occasion I came across Cairo, Illinois.
To begin this town is so beat down it was actually shocking.
In fact there’s a reason. Listen to Six-Thousand-Miles-Backroads-Part2-Bob Davis Podcast 1136.
(Editor’s Note: Some might blame flooding for the problems in Cairo but there’s more to the story.)
Neenah WisconsinIn time I came straight up through Wisconsin to Neenah.
In conclusion much of this experience has been and is like a dream and now it is onto Western Wisconsin and rest!
And I wouldn’t have it any other way
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Six Thousand Miles Backroads Part 1 Of A SeriesI’ve traveled six thousand miles on the Backroads since I left Arizona in February. More than eleven states and many experiences. Details in Six-Thousand-Miles-Backroads-Part1-Bob Davis Podcast-1135.
Arizona to WisconsinFirstly I talk about the routes I’ve taken from Arizona to Wisconsin by way of several states.
From the SouthwestSecondly it all started in Quartzsite Arizona.
To clarify I spend my winters in the Southwest.
To The South EastSo a spring wedding scheduled for March 15th in Sarasota Florida was a great motivator and trip goal.
Therefore on about February 26th, 2024 I left Quartzsite to begin what would turn out to be a six thousand mile trip.
ExperiencesAbove all in Six-Thousand-Miles-Backroads-Part1-Bob Davis Podcast-1135 I detail the routes and experiences along the way.
BackroadsIn the same fashion I explain my motivation in staying to America’s BackRoads.
However every now and then I have to take an interstate.
But I try to keep that to a minimum.
Accordingly I headed out East along Interstate 8 in Southwestern Arizona.
Routes and TakeawaysAdditionally I detail some takeaways from each state I traversed on my way to Florida.
One For The BooksAll in all this trip through Arizona, New Mexico, Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama and eventually Florida is one for the books.
Desert BorderFor one thing the whole trip was either along the US-Mexico border…
Gulf CoastOr the Gulf Coast.
Including at length beach towns and shores along the Gulf Coast.
SeriesIn contrast this journey is a series because of my experiences in Florida and on up the East Coast.
Truck Stops To Parking LotsFrom potential campgrounds to truck stops and parking lots it’s been quite an experience.
Overall deserts, mountains, beaches and swamps.
Small TownsAnd some undeniably wonderful small towns along the way.
Low And Slow TravelOne of the points overlooked by many thinking about the nomad lifestyle is the fact that we travel low and slow.
That is to say that travel does not have to be compressed into a short period of time.
The Vast NationEven more the opportunity to observe and catalog vast swaths of the country seen from its back roads is key.
Media DisconnectMost important is the country one sees from the back roads is not the country the media shows us.
PositiveIn the positive side I saw a lot of development and activity this trip.
NegativeIn a similar fashion I did not see mayhem on the US Border.
ConclusionIn conclusion aside from in season traffic and too much development in Florida…
There’s nothing like a long trip on the back roads.
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Birthplace Of Country Music MuseumFirstly this podcast is about music and specifically the Birthplace of Country Music Museum. Bristol Virginia earned that title way back in 1927. Learn more in Birthplace-Of-Country-Music-Museum-Bob Davis Podcast 1134
Walk and TalkSecondly we’ll walk and talk through the Birthplace Of Country Music Museum.
Musical and HistoricalMost importantly much of the museum is musical and historical.
And it is focused primarily on audio.
Featured Sounds Headphones OnSo those sounds are featured in this podcast.
How Did Bristol Earn The Birthplace Of Country Music?Undoubtedly Bristol earned this title in the summer of 1927 when record producer Ralph Peer arrived in town to record 19 artists from Appalachia.
Greater ImpactEqually important is the fact that the so called Bristol Sessions had an impact far greater than anyone could have predicted in 1927
This Museum Is A GemThirdly my listeners know I like to roll through places rather than stop. But I made an exception for this. Above all this Smithsonian museum in Bristol is a gem.
Influential RecordingsBecause recording what was called Hillbilly music then has proven influential in so many music genres today.
Arrived Through The Mist Of TimeAnother key point is how this music made its way to these hills.
And the songs go back to the Lowlands of Scotland, Wales and England.
Bristol BoomSignificantly Bristol was booming back in 1927
It was unquestionably a very active town of railroads, new industry, agriculture, retail commerce and logging.
Big BangScholars call the Bristol Sessions analogous to the Big Bang.
Johnny CashAccordingly Johnny Cash called the Bristol sessions the single most important event in the history of country music.
ResonatesWith this mind this subject resonates with me because music, history, and radio are brought together here.
Carter FamilyFrom the Carter family with their photographic memories and in effect revolutionary style of playing..
All The Original Stars Of CountryTo the already reigning stars of the genre in 1927 such as Earnest Stoneman.
Radio History TooOf course by 1927 The Big Barn Dance was already on WLS from Chicago…
And the Grand Old Opry on WSM aired regularly on WSM in Nashville.
Therefore a brand new radio and record industry were just beginning to change American Culture forever.
Time Changes EverythingFinally the small towns have become cities the enclaves have become suburbs.
On The Crooked Highway The Past Is PresentBut every now and then the traveler can still see places that people back in 1927 might have called home.
Up to the present time the best place to see it is The Crooked Highway.
That is to say Highway 58 Virginia which takes the traveler to Bristol, Virginia…
But, we’re all lucky they made the trip in 1927.
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Unhappy #Vanlifers Doing It WrongAre unhappy #Vanlifers really doing it wrong? A recent Wall Street Journal post about the hash tag Van Life again points out the obvious. Details in Unhappy-#Vanlifers-Doing-It-Wrong-Bob Davis Podcast 1133.
Nomad CoverageFirstly I have rarely seen positive coverage of the nomad experience.
Hard LifeSecondly the recent Wall Street Journal piece reports on a few #vanlife people complain about how hard the life is.
InstagramAnd say Instagram has it all wrong.
As a result I’ll ask again whether anyone actually believes anything they see on social media?
Best FootOf course we put our best foot forward.
Or show our best face to the world.
In other words analogous to cleaning your house before guests arrive.
But there’s more.
Negative ExperienceBecause the article in question illustrates a number of negative experiences for the vanlifers interviewed.
For example, no place to sleep.
And not being able to take showers.
Or being lonely because the dating life out here sucks.
Finally the unexpected costs of mechanical problems and fuel.
As I have said many times in many different podcasts…
Not A Bowl Of CherriesIn general life is not always a bowl of cherries.
OvercomeIn fact part of the experience in #nomadlife is overcoming setbacks and solving problems.
Won’t QuitTo sum up the article on a positive note all of the van life people interviewed said they won’t quit.
Great PotentialAll in all I believe there’s great potential in nomad life.
And as I have noted as the infrastructure for digital nomads gets better…
In time more may choose this lifestyle.
Establishment Media Hates NomadsHowever I don’t think the establishment back home or the establishment media will give our lifestyle a break.
Presently reporters and editors seem to love the idea that social media is ‘lying’ about living on the road.
Don’t DreamIn essence don’t dream of a different life.
It’s too dangerous.
Stay Back In The WorldMeanwhile keep paying ridiculous amount of rent and commuting four hours a day.
By and large living in huge expensive cities and stepping over homeless people to get to the subway.
Of course doing a digital job and being required to work in an office…
When even in the present time you can work from anywhere.
Just In CaseJust in case you’re thinking about buying a van and dumping your absurdly expensive efficiency in said large city…
Take a look at these poor idiots in this Wall Street Journal story without delay.
After that you’ll accept your life as it is.
RealityIn reality over time nomad life can be easy and satisfying.
Lots To LearnOf course there is a lot to learn.
Yes You CanBut if you can do it and you want to try.
Go for it.
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Summer Sounds 2024Most importantly it’s still winter in the North. Perfect for a dose of summer sounds. So, put your headphones on and prepare to be immersed in summer in Summer-Sounds-2024-Bob Davis Podcast 1132.
Summer Sounds Podcasts Every YearEqually important is the fact that I do these summer sounds podcasts every year.
No TalkAccordingly I only talk at the beginning and end of Summer-Sounds-2024-Bob Davis Podcast 1132.
ImmersedAs a result you can sit back and be completely immersed in summer.
ImagineAnd if you need a thought starter…
Imagine an undeniably weather beaten cabin on a bluff overlooking a golden lake.
In the same fashion you can almost feel the breeze through the ancient screens…
In like manner the boats on the lake.
At length as the sun slowly sets across the lake song of the summer bugs rises to greet you.
Meanwhile you can drift off with summer washing over you.
While snow falls outside your window…
TransportedYou are transported to high summer.
In fact trust me…From time to time while producing this podcast I found myself feeling better and better.
DisclaimersFirstly there are a few disclaimers.
As has been noted I have posted several summer sounds podcasts through the years.
By and large these podcasts have been a whole summer encapsulated.
For example the sounds of kids at the pool…
Even thunderstorms
And of course the Fourth Of July Fireworks.
Smooth Ambient SoundBut this time I decided to go with smooth ambient sound.
For this reason there are no sharp sounds to wake the listener from their reverie.
Time To RunWe all know that in reality in the far North winter has some time to run.
Even more Spring can sometimes be even more trying.
Mental HealthHaving Summer-Sounds-2024-Bob Davis Podcast 1132 at hand can make a big difference in mental health up North this time of year.
In due time summer will be here.
Or you can have it right now.
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Handling Mechanical Problems On The RoadHandling mechanical problems on the road is a challenge for anyone. Especially nomads. Details in Handling-Mechanical-Problems-On-Road-Bob Davis Podcast 1131.
Firstly this isn’t my first rodeo.
Bigger ProblemsAbove all I have been traveling for about ten years in my current rig.
So I have had a few problems to deal with.
However as a full time nomad it’s a bigger problem.
This Is My HouseNot to mention the fact that the rig is also my house.
This is important to make clear when the mechanic says, when do you want to pick it up?
Freak Out QuicklyIn addition when it happens don’t freak out.
Feel It And Move OnAlthough emotions are not always easy to overcome in an emergency you have to feel it and move to problem solving.
Padre IslandAccordingly I was on my way to Padre Island National Seashore.
To explain I I was having a great day thinking about where I was going to camp.
Volt MeterAll of a sudden I looked down at Mobile Podcast Command’s volt meter.
To begin with the meter was reading lower than what it should have.
And it was sinking.
Happened BeforeBecause this had happened before I knew what to do.
I had to find somewhere to address the problem without delay.
Firstly I found an auto repair shop within a mile.
In this situation it’s important to realize you have to take what you get.
Lucked OutSecondly I lucked into finding a great bunch of guys to help.
Most importantly I tell that story in Handling-Mechanical-Problems-On-Road-Bob Davis Podcast 1131.
AlternatorIn the long run I learned I needed two alternators.
All things considered another lesson.
MoneyIt’s going to cost you money and you have to be prepared for that.
Opportunity For The SublimeHowever this was also an occasion to stop and realize there are always opportunities for sublime experiences.
In brief an opportunity to earn how other people work and what they do.
Life On The RoadAs well as having an experience you didn’t plan on.
That’s life on the road.
And I suppose life in general.
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Maps Planning Arizona To Florida 2024Time to check the maps and do some planning for my Arizona to Florida 2024 adventure. And some stories too. Details in Maps-Planning-Arizona-Florida-2024-Bob Davis Podcast 1129.
Firstly it’s been a minute since I was on the roads.
Great To Be BackSecondly it sure feels good to be preparing for a 2500 mile road trip from Quartzsite Arizona to Sarasota Florida.
On The Back RoadsAs a matter of fact I have been stopped down here in the desert since October of 2023.
So I am ready to hit the road.
To say nothing of the power of the back roads.
Maps And PlanningWith this purpose in mind I’ll share the types of maps I use complete with the sound of turning pages.
Rig ImprovementsIn addition I’ll share some of the improvements to mobile podcast command.
PlanningFurthermore we’ll also discuss travel plans for this trip.
NavigationAnd how to navigate the back roads on the fly to get where you want to be and save fuel.
In view of the main objective and the distance to be traveled…
I don’t need to point out there are many different options available.
First thing to remember is the type of maps.
In fact I started out with a Rand McNally road atlas.
But recently graduated to Benchmark Maps.
All things considered the Benchmark maps are very useful for navigating the back roads anywhere in the west.
Places and ThingsAbove all I like to talk about some of the places I’ve seen and roads I have traveled.
Maps-Planning-Arizona-Florida-2024-Bob Davis Podcast 1129 is a great opportunity to talk about these subjects.
Staying Off The InterstatesCertainly staying off the Interstates is a learned skill.
Practice Makes PerfectIf you are plying the back roads then you know it takes a lot of practice to make sure you end up where you want to.
As I have shown the nomad ends up navigating on the fly in almost all these situations.
To that end when it works it’s a joy.
However when it doesn’t then let’s just say it’s a learning experience.
Finally it’s great to be back on the road and moving again.
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Still Captivated By Nomad LifeFirstly Still-Captivated-By-Nomad-Life-Bob Davis Podcast 1130 includes a clip from a syndicated radio show because the hosts were talking about me! It reminded me that nomad life still captivates people.
Old FriendsSecondly a few years ago I visited my old friend Max who produces and fills in on the Bob and Sherrie show.
Here’s a link to the podcast we did together a few years ago when I first started my nomad journey.
BackgroundAltogether the podcast we did together gives the listener a little background on our history.
Series On The Nomad ExperienceFinally I have been doing kind of a series on the current state of the nomad experience.
Quartzsite For The WinterIn fact I am camped out here in the Southwestern Arizona desert in Quartzsite for the winter.
DrawbacksAs much as I love nomad life my most recent podcast talked about some of the drawbacks I have experienced this winter.
And talks about my desire to get more out of the lifestyle.
Audio From The Show IncludedSo I thought it was appropriate to play the clip from the Bob and Sherrie show recently where they were talking about my experience.
No End To My Nomad Roaming DaysBecause I really have no intention to end my nomad roaming days.
TechnologyEven more I believe as technology continues to improve…
More NomadsIn addition it’s important to point out that there are many different tribes in this lifestyle.
That is to say there are digital nomads as well as various workers who travel.
And plenty of others who travel in a like manner.
InternationalAnalogous to nomads in the US are other ‘tribes’ in Europe, Asia and other international locations.
Why Are People Captivated By This LifestyleEventually I get to reasons people are captivated by this lifestyle.
DetailsCoupled with a few more details some might not have heard about my own experience.
Better When The Wheels Are TurningAll things considered part of my frustration with Quartzsite this year stems from the fact that I do not like sitting.
As I have noted I always feel better when the wheels are turning.
MoreHowever I still believe I want a little more out of this experience.
And I’ll be talking about that as it develops in future months.
So, check out Still-Captivated-By-Nomad-Life-Bob Davis Podcast 1130…
And thanks again to Bob and Sherrie and Max for talking about my nomad experience.
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Is Nomad Life Over?Firstly it’s a good time to ask Is Nomad Life Over? Details in Is-Nomad-Life-Over?-Bob Davis Podcast-1129.
Fully CommittedSecondly while I remain fully committed to the nomad lifestyle I wonder whether the trend is starting to fade.
Reality BitesCertainly the longer I do something the more I see the reality in it.
CommunityBut these days I am not feeling the much vaunted nomad community as much as I used to.
Social Media PresenceAnother key point are the Vanlife and Nomadlife Instagram posts.
As well as YouTube videos.
And videos on other platforms.
False Reality?Undeniably the reality is often not the picture presented in social media.
Unquestionably there are difficult days.
Sublime MomentsNotwithstanding those difficult days there are truly sublime moments.
In fact that’s why I still want to live the nomad life.
Trend Starting To WearIn view of all this though it feels like the trend is starting to wear.
To put it another way I am seeing a lot more RV people out here these days than straight up nomads.
Attendance SpottyIn addition attendance at some venerated ‘nomad’ events has been spotty.
Economic HardshipThis is said to be on the account of economic hardship.
On the other hand it seems to me more Americans are being called back into the work place.
Therefore barnstorming around the country isn’t as easy as it used to be.
With that said it doesn’t mean there is a great desire to be physically present.
But there it is.
Meaning and PurposeEven more I think there might be some questions about what it all means.
In fact a great purpose.
Negative ExperiencesOn the negative side I’ve had some experiences and there have been some situations out here this year that should raise eyebrows.
SustainableAll in all one wonders what is needed to create a sustainable nomad experience?
Eventually further technology improvements will only make nomad life easier and more productive.
In the meantime we’ll see you out there.
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Nomad-State-Of-Mind-2024In the first place it’s winter and a good time for this nomad to check his state of mind. Details in Nomad-State-Of-Mind-2024-Bob Davis Podcast 1127.
StrugglingSecondly I find myself struggling a little bit as 2024 opens.
Gut Check TimeTherefore it’s a good time for a gut check.
In the long run I like to run.
That is to say I feel better when I am traveling.
Staying PutAlthough at the present time I am still in the mode of staying put.
The reason for that being higher fuel prices.
Certainly over the past two or so years I’ve found solace in staying put and saving money that would have been spent on fuel.
Beginning Of ChangeBut we may be seeing the beginning of some pretty solid reduction in prices for fuel.
Therefore I am feeling restless.
Check ListEven more I have developed a sort of check list to determine my state of mind.
MindfulnessEqually important is the idea of mindfulness.
Although a cliche these days mindfulness is important.
Trance StateThe idea being we nomads might run through the same tasks everyday…
and that allows the mind to float.
Yes that is to say we are often in an almost trance state.
Analogous to forgetting which route you took to work this morning.
Or whether I took my vitamins…
And brushed my teeth.
Being PresentIn contrast being mindful is being present for all these tasks.
Accordingly this is how we can also be present for the many interactions we have with people every day.
State Of MindI find above all these are important metrics to be aware of when it comes to state of mind.
With this in mind I don’t really get depressed.
In fact I get restless and frustrated.
Even bored.
In the hope that I can get back on the road soon.
Henceforth Nomad-State-Of-Mind-2024-Bob Davis Podcast 1127 is a peek into the day to say state of mind for this nomad…
and perhaps others.
Desert WintersLastly I know winter in the desert is considerably easier to take than winter up north.
Wind StormsOn the other hand this podcast was recorded in the midst of a huge windstorm and figures prominently in it.
Salute To A New YearFinally here’s a salute to the new year…as well as to my planning!
and whatever it brings.
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2023 Gratitude ReportCertainly New Year’s Eve is the perfect moment for the 2023 Gratitude Report from The Bob Davis Podcasts. Of course I do this every year thanking listeners, subscribers, contributors and clients.
Travel ExperienceFurthermore 2023 has featured a lot of travel and experiences.
Two New Year’s PodcastsSo this New Year’s there are two podcasts.
Click here for a review of travel and experiences.
And if you contributed personally to supporting this podcast in 2023 listen to this podcast.
How To ContributeEqually important is the ability to contribute to the podcast here.
Educate and Report
Above all my mission is to educate and report on nomad travel.
Back RoadsBy moving around the country as much as I do it’s additionally important to point out all my travel is on America’s Back Roads.
Seeing The UniqueTherefore I get to see a side of this country people in urban areas don’t see.
GroundworkWith this in mind I also think the nomad ‘movement’ may be laying the groundwork for greater numbers of digital nomads…
and mobile workers of all types.
So long as we have the technology and tools to help with that effort.
Thanking 2023 SupportersOn this occasion the mission is to thank those who have supported this effort in 2023.Firstly I have been podcasting since 2009.
Back To The Early DaysSo many of my supporters date back to the early days.
I also am pleased to welcome many supporters who have been listening in a like manner since I hit the road full time back in 2020.
Notwithstanding the fact that travels in Mobile Podcast Command date back to late 2014.
FriendsFinally since nomad life became my life I’ve made some friends…
Therefore I thank them as well in this podcast.
In conclusion I have always said people on the road and other nomads take one as they are out here.
That is to say it is different experience from making friends back in the world.
Lifetime FriendshipsWith the result being the friendships here are friendships I have the impression will last a lifetime.
GratitudeOn balance that is something to be truly grateful for.
RewardAs part of an experience which has been pretty rewarding on the whole.
Year Three Is HistoryAll things considered as I close year three full time…
…2024 Starts Now
I wouldn’t have it any other way.
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Nomad Look Back 2023Firstly it’s time for a look back at 2023 from the nomad perspective. Details in Nomad-Look-Back-2023-Bob Davis Podcast 1125.
No RankingsSecondly there won’t be any rankings in this podcast.
Lessons LearnedAll in all I learned a lot of lessons this year.
And share them with podcast subscribers and listeners.
Here and NowTo begin with there’s something about nomad life that keeps me in the ‘here and now’.
As a result a year in Nomad Life can feel like ten years.
MemoriesSo our memories can be spotty.
Even over a year’s time.
TravelEspecially when you travel as much as I have this year.
Certainly I remember where I was last year at this time.
After that it gets a little spotty.
In the first place my plan was to hang around Southwestern Arizona until Memorial Day.
But a death in the family brought me all the way back to Wisconsin by April 1st.
Winter AgainBecause spring in the upper Midwest comes late I spent over a month parked in a big shed.
Summer On The Lake ShoreFinally getting to my little piece of heaven on the shores of a Wisconsin lake.
On the other hand when summer finally came it was glorious.
In spite of all that happened it was fires and dinners over the fire through the whole summer.
Headed East CoastThen, headed across the center of the country to the East Coast.
Back RoadsOne of the experiences I will remember afterwards forever was crossing the middle of the country on back roads.
Rural AmericaEspecially avoiding all the big cities.
New HampshireMoreover spending a month in New Hampshire during the summer didn’t suck either.
West AgainNow I headed west again.
GapsIn like manner I have trouble remembering the whole trip back west until I got to Tennessee, Arkansas and especially Oklahoma.
Grand CanyonFinally getting stuck in the Grand Canyon was the best serendipitous moment of the whole summer.
Back To Southwestern ArizonaThen back here to Quartzsite, Arizona for the fourth year.
Travel TeachesTo sum up I think travel mellows us and teaches us.
Back To The NowBy all means the here and now focus of Nomad Life also changes.
Details in the podcast.
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Bad Business Marketing Ideas For 2024It’s the end of 2023 which means a lot of bad business marketing ideas for small businesses for 2024. Is doing your own podcast promoting your small business a good idea? Maybe Not. Learn more in Bad-Business-Marketing-Ideas-2024-Bob Davis Podcast 1124.
Define MarketingFirstly the actual definition of marketing involves identifying a need in the market.
Secondly is developing a service or product that serves the needs you’ve identified.
To sum up marketing is taking a service or product to market.
AdvertisingThirdly getting the word out is advertising.
But most small business people think marketing is all those things.
Bad IdeasThese days there are a lot of bad ideas for ‘marketing’ your business in 2024.
Be WaryIn fact a small business owner has to be wary of ideas involving social media ‘marketing’.
YouTubeTake the case of a new idea prominent on YouTube.
PodcastsSpecifically the suggestion small businesses should do their own podcasts and put them on YouTube.
YouTube Will Find AudienceBecause YouTube’s algorithms have been changed to ‘find an audience’ for your podcast.
So They SayAll in all a great idea.
Right?
What Makes A Business Successful?On the other hand you might already have a successful business.
Because you’ve figured out how to super serve that need you identified when you set up the business.
Don’t You Already Have Enough To Do?All of the sudden in addition to everything else you have to do…
At the same time you have to produce and ‘market’ your podcast.
After that your video channel and podcast have to be marketed.
Advice About YouTube From Total StrangersFinally the other day someone I didn’t know walked up to me in the grocery store.
Monetized?What’s more without a word of introduction he wondered if I had ‘monetized’ yet.
Joe Kennedy’s 1929 AdviceTo paraphrase Joe Kennedy without reservation…
Advice from strangers about my YouTube Channel…
Peaking TrendsIs the most compelling evidence the trend may be peaking.
By all means I think small businesses need to advertise.
Where Is Your Time Best Spent?But it’s equally important we spend our time where it helps the business the most.
Do You Want Be In The Media Business Too?Compared to being in the media business at the same time.
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Not About Quartzsite ArizonaAbove all this is not a podcast about Quartzsite, Arizona. Certainly I am podcasting from this dusty truck stop town but there’s a lot more to talk about than what’s going on here. Details in Not-About-Quartzsite-Arizona-Bob Davis Podcast 1123.
RestlessFirstly I am getting restless.
WanderlustThat is to say the old Wanderlust is back.
Talk About ItFurthermore since I’ll be stopped down out here in the desert for awhile let’s talk about restlessness.
Undoubtedly all nomads and travelers feel this restlessness or wanderlust every now and then.
High VibeTo begin with when I am on the road I feel the highest vibe.
Then when I come ‘home’ to a campground with other nomads I will spend a few weeks stationary.
Or when I return to the Midwest in the summer I am not moving.
Restlessness ReturnsThen eventually the restlessness returns.
We All Feel ItI general I think anyone who travels feels this every now and then.
Wanderlust Is A ThingIn fact an experienced traveler or digital nomad might say wanderlust is a thing.
Lots Of Nomads And RV PeopleAs far as Quartzsite Arizona is concerned there are a lot of nomads and RV folks here right now.
YouTubeIn this case everyone seems to have a YouTube channel.
Therefore a lot of content about this place and the goings on.
Like High SchoolAnother key point as far as this podcast is concerned is the fact that this miniature media ecosystem can be a lot like high school.
Driven DeeperBecause of this I am driven to go deeper.
No Small TalkFirstly I don’t do small talk…
No CopyingAnd I don’t care about what others are doing.
Even more I take a dim view of copying others.
Real TalkSo it is time to talk about something real.
DesireWith this in mind where does the desire for new travel experiences come from?
TimeIn effect I think it has something to do with the fact that we are all traveling through time.
Life Is ShortMaybe wanderlust springs from a hidden desire to compensate for the undeniable fact that life is short.
Although this may be true many people compensate by building businesses, families and communities back home.
And I celebrate that.
Different AnimalsBut a traveler is a different animal.
In sum we seek something new and different.
Or we seek to learn.
We’ll talk about it.
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Coffee and Friends In QuartzsiteFirstly there’s nothing like connecting with old friends over coffee in Quartzsite, Arizona. Details in Coffee-Friends-In-Quartzsite-Bob Davis Podcast 1122.
VideoSecondly my friend Robert appeared with me in a Peter Santinello video about six months ago along with our friend Mike. Grab that video here.
ReconnectSo it’s great to reconnect along with all our other camping buddies here in the desert. Mike’s Podcast with me is here.
Old Friends and New FriendsWithout a doubt camping here is all about connecting with old friends and new ones.
Masters Program In Nomad LifeIn addition we enjoy discussions about how others do what they do.
In fact it’s like a masters program in nomad life.
CoffeeTherefore the first thing we do almost every morning is make coffee.
Bring A ChairAnd we bring a chair to sit down and hash out the day.
Robert is joining me for this podcast in the same fashion.
Life ExperienceAll in all Robert has a lot of life experience and a great sense of humor. Robert is the Darq Nomad on YouTube. Click here for his channel.
All things considered one of the things that makes nomad life Quartzsite style so great is our combined life experience.
Allergy To Being Inside
As has been noted in these pages I was surprised to learn many of us have developed an allergy to being in a house too long.
It was for this reason I spent the summer camped along a lake shore.
Same ExperiencesAnd I was surprised to learn several of us had the same experience.
Taking RisksEven more one of the things I like about Robert is his willingness to take risks to get things done.
Upgrading To Utility Trailer
In Coffee-Friends-In-Quartzsite-Bob Davis Podcast 1122 Robert explains how he upgraded to a utility trailer build this summer.
To explain Robert took food service and retail jobs to help the build along.
And keep him out of a house.
This Is HomeIn truth we feel at home in these campgrounds.
Certainly I think friendship is key.
But the warmth doesn’t hurt.
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Nomad ThanksgivingFirstly there will be turkey for this Nomad Thanksgiving. Details in Nomad-Thanksgiving-Bob Davis Podcast 1121.
Counting Of BlessingsSecondly there will be a counting of blessings.
PlanningFinally there will be some planning for the future.
Big History For ThanksgivingAbove all Americans will be surprised to learn that Thanksgivings Per Se are not exclusively American.
In fact Pilgrims in Massachusetts and early settlers in Virginia would have brought the concept of a day of thanksgiving with them.
Because such days have been common going back eons.
Therefore counting one’s blessings on this day is the primary reason for the day.
Pressure DayUnfortunately we have turned Thanksgiving into an affair fraught with pressure.
Pressure SeasonIndeed the whole ‘holiday’ season from here on can get a little ridiculous.
RadSo, having a nomad thanksgiving with a band of merry travelers under the Arizona sky can be pretty rad.
Even more my anxiousness this time of year always gives way to thinking about and sketching out plans for travel in the coming year.
ParadiseCompared to drunken uncles and screaming arguments about politics back home…
Nomad Thanksgiving is Paradise.
As a matter of fact I cherish this time of relative quiet to review my past travels…
And to hash over batteries, bathrooms and other issues…
Or places to check out in future travels…
With the crew.
Of course in between mouthfuls of store bought Thanksgiving Dinner and Pecan or Pumpkin Pie.
Surprisingly there will be no football games on TV or dad falling asleep on the couch this year.
Nomad Thanksgiving Is Like Eating At The Kid’s Table
Significantly it will be like eating Thanksgiving Dinner at the kid’s table so many years ago.
More FunUndeniably more fun than at the table with the ‘adults’.
That said it is unquestionably important to give thanks to friends…
And family…
And as a matter of fact fellow travelers.
No Pressure
All things considered it’s a great time because there’s no pressure.
In brief grab a couple of tables.
Throw out the paper plates.
Grab the dinner from the store.
Make a fresh pot of coffee.
And finally sit down.
Happy Thanksgiving!
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Poor Man’s ParadiseFirstly as city life continues to deteriorate many Americans are searching for a Poor Man’s Paradise. Secondly Quartzsite Arizona might be the best of all. Details in Poor-Man’s-Paradise-Bob Davis Podcast 1120.
Cultural CrossroadsA friend and I were discussing this point recently as an illustration of different cultural crossroads.
Q-TownCertainly Q-Town is a cultural crossroads.
Back In The DayBut these days are not like the bad old days of the late seventies, early eighties and nineties when hundreds of thousands of RV people crowded into the campgrounds around this southwestern town back in the day.
Think Jersey ShoreAccordingly in those days the streets were as crowded in winter as the Jersey Shore in summer.
In light of that kind of traffic these days it’s tame.
No InsultIn Poor-Man’s-Paradise-Bob Davis Podcast 1120 I’ll explain the most compelling evidence why it’s no insult to refer to Quartzsite as a poor man’s paradise.
Life Is More ExpensiveCertainly as everything gets more expensive only the top one percent can afford the resorts.
For one thing the perks and extras in those places would fuel steaks and wood for campfires for all of us out here for weeks.
Snow Birds and NomadsIn addition snow birds and nomads would not be able to experience the true cultural crossroads this place is.
HistoryAnother key point is there is a history to this place.
As a matter of fact there’s a museum in town that tells the story very nicely going back to the frontier days.
EnthralledBut in the same fashion I am enthralled by the people who run the businesses here in town…
And the new friends we meet along the way.
QuestionsFinally I get a lot of questions from listeners and subscribers about Quartzsite.
For one thing they want to know what it’s like.
And they want to know how to prepare for it if they come down here.
Although helpful I am not going to provide that kind of content.
Because I think people should jump in and see what it’s all about for themselves.
Experiences May VaryTo put it differently your experiences might vary.
Dark SideCertainly some see the dark side.
Thriving Temporary TownHowever I see a thriving town thrown up every year to serve campers…
And to have fun too.
Isn’t that what it’s all about?
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Three Years On The RoadThree Years On The Road and embracing a fourth without reservation. Hear the story in Three-Years-On-The-Road-Bob Davis Podcast 1119.
First of all I started nomad life out with a podcast the very first night I was on the road.
Halloween PodcastSo every year my Halloween is a podcast day.
Fourth Year Of Nomad Travel Coming UpSecond of all I am fully embracing a fourth year on the road starting in November 2023.
Full CommitmentThat is to say I have made a full commitment to so called nomad life.
Life On The RoadAltogether these commemorative podcasts provide a record of observations and stories about my life on the road.
Many ThanksAnd many people to thank as always.
Certainly I will not have a full list of those to thank.
But the names that come up here I will assume fit this particular podcast.
CrazyAbove all many people ask me about all the ‘crazy’ people and situations I must encounter.
However sometimes the almost mundane nature of our lives as nomads might surprise those back in the world.
ChangeIn fact the change we encounter is more significant personally than anything else about this life.
PaceThe pace of travel and my life have changed in these three years without a doubt.
PositiveSurprisingly positive change.
DepthOne point often overlooked is the depth and quality of the relationships we form out here.
Face ValueEven more the fact that people accept you at face value.
Same PlaneThat is to say we meet and begin our friendships on the same plane.
In The MomentRegardless of who we thought we were or what we may have done what’s important is who we are in the moment while out here.
VistasFurthermore I wouldn’t trade the vistas I have seen through the windshield for anything.
Of course I have missed a lot of TV Shows in the last three years.
TimelessNevertheless I have gained timeless friendships and life experiences.
Like A DreamAccordingly it has been more like a dream than anything else.
Of course I’d point out the details are in Three-Years-On-The-Road-Bob Davis Podcast 1119.
Not Always EasyAll in all I wouldn’t say it was easy.
But it was easier than staying back in the world.
Don’t Wait For ParadiseAll things considered if you have something you want to do…
Don’t wait for paradise.
In summary whatever it is…reach out and grab it.
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Quartzsite AgainI have finally arrived ‘home’ in Quartzsite Again. After being stranded for a month in the Grand Canyon it feels great to be back. Details in Quartzsite-Again-Bob Davis Podcast.
Summer Of TravelAbove all it has been quite a summer of travel.
MarchFirstly starting out in March with a more than fifteen hundred mile trip back in the frozen north for a family emergency…
Abundant MidwestAnd secondly heading out to the east coast through the abundant rural Midwest…
Plains and MountainsFinally to the plains and mountains…
To The Grand Canyonand the Grand Canyon…
Home In QuartzsiteTo of course the deserts of the South West here in Quartzsite.
VideoTo begin with early last spring myself and two other nomads out here appeared in a video with Peter Santinello.
It was unquestionably a surprise when we discovered Peter has over a million subscribers.
Fellow NomadsTherefore I have promised my podcast subscribers I would have my fellow nomads Mike and Robert on the podcast.
Unfortunately Robert isn’t here yet but Mike is.
Therefore Mike joins me for Quartzsite-Again-Bob Davis Podcast 1118.
Responding To Questions and CommentsFurthermore we respond to some of the questions and comments we’ve received.
Nomad LifeConsequently this is a pretty good podcast for those considering nomad life.
No AdviceOn this occasion we don’t give advice on how to do nomad life.
ObservationsBut I think some of Mike’s observations will help some people.
Spiders and SnakesAdditionally we throw in some talk about spiders and snakes and desert rats…
Just for fun.
All in all it’s not just about hazard.
Great Dinners and ConversationOnce in a while it’s also about great dinners cooked over the campfire…
FriendshipIn addition great conversation and friendship.
Back In The DesertAll things considered it’s great to be back in the desert.
A DreamIn conclusion life out here is like peeling an onion.
Like a dream…
It’s got me hypnotized.
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Grand Canyon MaroonIn Grand-Canyon-Maroon-Bob Davis Podcast 1117 above all we’ll talk about letting go. That is to say sometimes you are forced to just go with the flow.
Goal DrivenBasically we live in a goal driven society.
Moving From Task To TaskUnder those circumstances we move from task to task.
Even more we do so without question.
Sudden Need For PatienceSo imagine the frustration when we’re confronted with a situation that requires patience.
Letting GoOr further completely letting go.
Transform and EnlightenWhen we do this all of the sudden we become open to experiences that can transform and enlighten.
Points On An AgendaThese days for many travel is a series of points on an agenda.
Once you complete one task you move to the next.
And so on.
Throw The Agenda AwayOn the other hand if you throw the agenda away the flow brings sublime experiences.
ControlIn fact I have to be shown this again and again by forces beyond my control.
Breakdown At Grand CanyonAnd so it is in the Grand Canyon…
When you have a breakdown that requires patience to fix.
Full details in Grand-Canyon-Maroon-Bob Davis Podcast 1117.
Goal DrivenAltogether I am a goal driven…
IntensityWith an intensity to match.
Pause ChallengeSo when confronted with a situation that requires me to pause…
It’s a challenge..
Grand Canyon MaroonAll in all I am grateful because I am marooned in the most beautiful place.
The Grand Canyon.
TimeFurthermore I have had ample time to take in as much as I want in this amazing place.
NomadsFinally we nomads put our vehicles under tremendous stress.
StressWe never seem to notice we put ourselves under stress in addition.
StopEvery now and then the Universe says stop.
Certainly we may not want to stop.
However when we do…
ExperienceAn amazing experience often awaits.
Life LessonsIt’s analogous to life too.
For example how many times do we miss details or experiences because we’re ‘just too busy’.
Taught By TravelIn short another lesson travel teaches.
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Sharecropper NationAltogether I think it’s a sharecropper nation these days. Details in Sharecropper-Nation-Bob Davis Podcast-1116.
OklahomaCertainly my drive through the Oklahoma Panhandle made a big impression on me last month.
Social MediaBut a recent social media exchange accentuated my experience.
To rephrase I am impatient with argumentative comments on social media on some of my posts.
Pressure Back HomeOn the other hand I forget the pressure the average person ‘back home’ is under.
Bob Davis Podcasts Economic Series PodcastsTo review I’ve done a number of podcasts about the US and world economic situation.
Click here for the most recent podcast in the economic series.
Trouble Back HomeHowever I have not done an installment the pressure those back home have to deal with.
Not Keeping UpFor one thing the average income hardly keeps up with average expenses.
Even more children and student loans are expensive…
…And you begin to understand there isn’t money left over each month.
InflationFurthermore the consumer class has been most exposed to inflation.
Higher Interest RatesAt length efforts to address inflation by central banks have resulted in higher interest rates.
Gone To The Credit Cards…Beer…WeedIn addition both small businesses and the consumer class are forced to use credit cards at very high interest rates.
SharecroppersFirstly in Sharecropper-Nation-Bob Davis Podcast-1116 I give a history of sharecropping.
Sharecropper NationSecondly I compare today’s working consumer to the famed sharecropper movement west in the 1930’s.
Second GuessingTherefore until now I worried about my decision to travel.
Nomads Are InsulatedTo sum up to a certain degree our lives as nomads are more insulated from the pressures of every day life.
Even With DrawbacksEven though my existence has a nomad has it’s drawbacks.
BlissIn conclusion I am more free to experience bliss.
FreedomAnd I have to remember sometimes not everyone back home has that luxury.
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On-The-Road-With-Bob-Bob Davis Podcast 1115On the road with Bob is an answer to a question. Above all it’s the most asked question to me. What’s it like on the road.
CrazyEven more listeners and subscribers have the impression nomad life is nothing but crazy situations and people.
By all means listen to this podcast as well as this one to learn more.
Listeners JoinAt length I thought it would be a good idea to have listeners join as I rolled through Arkansas.
Where Are We GoingEspecially since I really didn’t know exactly where I was heading.
Thinking And Processing While DrivingWithout reservation the best thing about the zen of being on the road is being able to think.
And process visits with friends and family.
Or even life events.
Not CrazyIn fact life out here is very seldom ‘crazy’.
Equally notable is the actual absence of crazy people and crazy situations.
Accordingly one usually gets into those situations through mistakes …
Or overstepping social boundaries.
NavigationWith this in mind navigation is important.
That is to say I don’t use Google or Map features on my phone.
Ancients Called It A Map
Rather I navigate on the fly with maps.
MistakesFrom time to time mistakes are made.
Happy AccidentsBut experience has taught me sometimes mistakes get you right back on track.
Nomad RequirementsTherefore if you can stand being alone…
Even while dispersed camping in a deserted national forest.
Then you’re probably a good candidate for this life.
Back On The RoadIn the meantime I can’t say enough how good it feels to be back on the road again.
Behind The WindshieldWith this intention the vibration behind the windshield can be quite high.
Quirks YesOn the other hand I have my quirks.
Stopping at fast food outlets to charge my power station…
Or getting off course…
Are two.
All things considered if you get off course once in awhile it’s no big deal.
AdviceIn addition this podcast also carries some good examples of what passes for ‘advice’ when you travel with me.
From country music to all terrain tires, diet and more.
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New-Day-Headed-SouthWest-Again-Bob Davis Podcast 1114Firstly it’s a new day headed southwest again and back on the road. After spending a month in New England there’s a lot to review and talk about in New-Day-Headed-SouthWest-Again-Bob Davis Podcast 1114.
Details On The First Half Of SeptemberIn detail I planned to camp for the first half of September in New Hampshire.
RainBut it poured rain.
And camping is no fun in the rain.
When Conditions ChangeOf course when conditions change plans change.
Notwithstanding the first half of September in New Hampshire was spectacular.
Beaches and MountainsTo explain there were visits to the beach and mountains.
Good FoodAs well as a lot of good eating.
Finally most of those experiences are explained in previous podcasts here.
Back On The Road Feels Brand NewSecondly getting back out on the road after only about three weeks feels brand new.
Headed SouthwestEspecially when I am headed Southwest.
All in all getting back in the travel and recording groove is surprisingly unfamiliar.
Live From The ForestSo live from the Allegheny National Forest I update podcast subscribers and listeners.
History and ExperiencesWith this in mind there’s some discussion of the history of the national forests.
And a review of some of experiences at the end of summer in New England.
Brunch On The AtlanticAfterwards topped off with an emotional family and wedding experience.
Ending with a fabulous brunch on the Atlantic Ocean.
Hit The RoadThereafter I hit the road with a vengeance.
Three StatesSubsequently covering three states before finally getting to the Allegheny National Forest.
Feels GoodAbove all I can’t believe how good it feels to be back on the back roads!
Nomad Life Is GoodAs a result New-Day-Headed-SouthWest-Again-Bob Davis Podcast 1114 includes some observations about Nomad Life.
Behind The WindshieldFor one thing I continue to be amazed at how different the back road world is from behind a windshield.
Rather than what we think the world is like scrolling….
Freewheeling PodcastBy and large this podcast is freewheeling.
Stories and PlansIn any event I’ll tell you some stories and share some plans.
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How Nomads Battle LonelinessFirstly How-Nomads-Battle-Loneliness-Bob Davis Podcast 1113 is a response to a subscriber’s question. Secondly it’s a good question. How do nomads battle loneliness?.
Secondly I had to think about this one.
Lonely Isn’t On My AgendaBecause the state of being lonely is foreign to me.
Being Lonely Versus SolitudeTherefore I think the real question is what’s the difference from being lonely…
…and enjoying solitude?
In fact solitude is a feature of nomad life.
Certainly from the outside it might appear to be lonely.
But my experience is that it isn’t.
For example consider Thoreau’s musings about solitude.
Getting Away From PeopleTo explain I decided to go on the road permanently in part to get away from people!
Spending Time Learning And ExploringWith this in mind I also have to point out nomad life isn’t always spent alone.
I am spending more time in places I visit for one thing.
And that means time with friends and family.
Nomad Life Is Social TooIn addition in the campgrounds where we gather life is actually quite social.
Okay With YourselfThe first thing to remember if you’re hitting the road is you will spend a lot of time alone.
Accordingly you have to be okay being by yourself.
Hence How-Nomads-Battle-Loneliness-Bob Davis Podcast 1113.
Melancholy CousinGiven these points nomad life is a celebration of solitude with no thought given to its melancholy cousin.
Too Much SocialAbove all I think there’s too much influence in our society on the social aspects of life.
For instance people at Yellowstone Park recently running to capture selfies with a black bear and her cubs.
Or racing from one overlook to the next at the Grand Canyon to take pictures…
Never actually experiencing the canyon.
Digital TetherWithout a doubt we are uncomfortable without our digital tethers.
Equally important is the emphasis placed on social intelligence.
Even more getting along with others.
I think too much emphasis.
Finally how do we battle loneliness?
Embrace ItTo sum up we embrace the wide nomad world as it is.
Endless VistaAll in all our world is an endless vista waiting to be explored.
Often in solitude.
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MtWashington Forgotten Radio History Firstly New Hampshire’s Mount Washington is incredible. But the significant role it played in the history of radio has been forgotten. Details in MtWashington-Forgotten-Radio-History-Bob Davis Podcast 1112. Mount Washington A Must See Altogether a visit to Mount Washington is well worth the effort. Highest Peak In The East Significantly the highest […] Read more
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Summer End New Hampshire Summer end in New Hampshire. The summer of ’23 has been a great one for me. Time to take stock and prepare to head southwest. Details in Summer-End-New Hampshire-Bob Davis Podcast 1111. Great Summer Above all this has been a great summer. For one thing nomads can move. Avoided Heat Therefore […] Read more
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Simplicity Rules The Nomad Firstly I am always surprised at the amount of interest in nomad life. Details in Simplicity-Rules-The-Nomad-Bob Davis Podcast 1110. Interest Secondly time to spend some time talking about why this level of interest exists these days. Traveling And Meeting People For instance traveling across the country this summer I’ve met a […] Read more
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Ohio Pennsylvannia Upstate New York Firstly I made it across Ohio and Pennsylvania to New York State faster than I thought on back roads. Secondly a mechanical triggers a great experience in one of America’s oldest industrial towns. Details in Ohio-Pennsyvania-Upstate-New-York-Bob Davis Podcast 1109. Back Roads Are Not Slow Above all anyone who tells you […] Read more
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American Heartland Firstly the American Heartland is thriving. I’ve driven across 6 states so far. All back roads. Avoiding the major cities. Pure Travel Bliss, Details in American-Heartland-Bob Davis-Podcast-1108. Navigating On The Fly In addition I’ve been navigating on the fly. Two Parts Secondly this podcast is recorded in two parts. Therefore two different locations […] Read more
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Bad Service Is Not Service Significantly American business claims great service but Bad Service Is Not Service. And these days bad service is what we get most of the time. Got a great story to tell in Bad-Service-Is-Not-Service-Bob Davis Podcast 1107. Debacle As a matter of fact a recent debacle between me and my Podcast […] Read more
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Sundown-Summer-Cloudburst-Bob Davis Podcast 1106 A sundown summer cloudburst gives me a chance to reflect on the nature of time and space. Complete story in Sundown-Summer-Cloudburst-Bob Davis Podcast 1106. Questions About Nomad Life Firstly I get a lot of questions about my life as a nomad. Certainly long time listeners have heard this before. New Wrinkle […] Read more
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Peak Summer Every summer there’s a point in time I call Peak Summer. This year for Peak Summer I feel like sharing some sounds and memories in Peak-Summer-Bob Davis Podcast 1105. Only In A Podcast With this in mind I’d like to say this is something one can only do in the Podcast format. To […] Read more
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Nomads Getting Restless Nomads getting restless. It’s said restlessness is caused by anxiety. When nomads are getting restless it’s wanderlust. Details in Nomads-Getting-Restless-Bob Davis Podcast 1104. Pace of Travel Certainly the pace of my travel has changed since my first year as a nomad. Indeed this year I spent 8 months in the desert. And […] Read more
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Give It Up To Have It All Give it up to have it all. Some people see how rich and free nomad life can be and wonder how it can be. I’ll tell you in Give-It-Up-Have-It-All-Bob Davis Podcast 1103. Life Coaches Certainly these days the life coaches and self help gurus like to tell us […] Read more
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Nomad Dollar Sense Part2Firstly to focus on nomad dollars and sense in Part2 we’re going to be talking about leading economic indicators. Details in Nomad-Dollars-Sense-Part2-Bob Davis Podcast 1102. For references to details in this podcast listen to Part1 of this series and Bob Davis Podcast 1069.
Don’t Be Afraid Of NumbersSecondly I use a few numbers.
Data Links With ChartsTherefore I’ll be posting a series of links to the data and charts for that data here.
Because we all know charts often make raw numbers a little clearer.
Not Just Reciting NumbersHowever listeners and subscribers should know I’ve worked very hard to keep from just reciting numbers.
Context and RelevanceThat is to say that where ever time permits in Nomad-Dollars-Sense-Part2-Bob Davis Podcast 1102 I’ll explain the context and relevance of an indicator.
Is This A Healthy Economy?
Most importantly these leading economic indicators do not suggest a healthy economy.
Certainly things could change to the better.
Look Beyond Main StreamBut for the time being we would all be better served to look beyond the mainstream and main street story.
Leading IndicatorsTo begin with here’s a link to the conference board’s leading indicators.
Hours WorkedAnd hours worked by Americans nationally.
US GDPHere’s the GDP numbers for the United States.
Consumer Price IndexAnd the Consumer Price Index.
Rents Headed DownMore importantly when it comes to rents, take a look at the Zillow Rent Index.
Especially relevant here is the fact that thousands of apartments are being built or coming on line at this time.
Moreover while that’s better for renters it’s not good news if you just bought an apartment building.
In addition this is a number which speaks to inflation overall which still shows shelter elevated.
Producer Price IndexEven more when it comes to inflation the PPI is a better forward indicator of economic growth than the CPI.
Inflation Disinflation DeflationTo sum up these are just some of the data that suggests we’re moving pretty quickly through the inflation, disinflation and deflation sequence.
CRE LoansAgain on consumer and commercial real estate here’s the commercial real estate loan application chart.
Commercial Real Estate DefaultsAs an aside commercial real estate defaults are at a fourteen year high.
Mortgage ApplicationsAnd mortgage loan applications are down significantly.
Case SchillerFinally the Case Schiller Home Price Index has been contracting for while and is now dropping. This is the first decline in several quarters.
ManufacturingEqually important are the manufacturing numbers.
OilCorrespondingly the commodity of oil is not following the rosy predictions of the International Oil Agency.
Corporate Profits Already In RecessionAs an illustration the American Consumer is also no cooperating …corporate profits are in a recession.
Consumer CreditAnother bell weather is total consumer credit.
Consumer Credit Interest Rates Eating Us AliveAnd average consumer credit rates of more than 23 percent these days.
Baltic Dry Is DryFurthermore when it comes to transportation costs the Baltic Dry index for the far east as deteriorated significantly.
Real GDPAnother indicator is Real GDP.
Money SupplyBy all means the most important indicator to realize is the actual money supply.
Again this is not a robustly healthy economy.
To be sure if it was I wouldn’t have to do this podcast series.
Economic Cycles Are Not SynchronizedAll things considered is Doctor Lacy Hunt’s views on the economic cycle. Watch this video.
In conclusion there’s a lot of data to unpack.
Looking CloserBut looking closer might be the best thing we can do for ourselves right now.
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Nomad Dollars And SenseTo begin with I am going to do a series of podcasts discussing dollars and sense for the nomad. Nomad-Dollars-Sense-Part1-Bob Davis Podcast 1101 is the first in that series.
PreconceptionsMost importantly Part1 deals exclusively with our preconceptions about what exactly “The Economy” actually is.
Updates Podcast 1069And this podcast series updates earlier comprehensive podcasts about the economy and the nomad.
In fact this is necessary because I want to deal with specific metrics in the second podcast in this series.
Business CoverageMost importantly the reality of business news coverage these days is mostly political.
Or it is alarmist.
No OverlayThat is to say if you overlay a political or religious template on economic information you lose the ability to analyze what is going on.
Force Of NatureCertainly the overall world economy is a force of nature.
In other words a force similar to waves on the ocean.
Therefore making predictions about outcomes is extraordinarily difficult.
MisinformationAnd our modern information channels are filled with misinformation.
CharlatansIn addition there are many charlatans spreading misinformation for their own purposes.
ContextI have also learned it takes a long time to get comfortable with terms and context when it comes to financial markets and economic discussions.
My StoryFirstly I’ll tell you a little about my story as a nomad and how I became intensely interested in this subject.
Secondly I’ll tell you why I think the economy in general is at an inflection point.
And what that all means.
Podcast SeriesNomad-Dollars-Sense-Part1-Bob Davis Podcast 1101 sets up the next podcast which will deal with the key data in the economy I have learned to look at.
Finally it comes down to whether you are Pollyanna or a Cassandra.
Moreover why so many main street business owners are in fact Pollyanna.
And why they’re missing the latest economic data which could signal what is just head.
To sum up the nomad wonders when fuel prices will collapse.
And when food prices will come down.
Even more the one hundred and eighty million Americans who aren’t millionaires and billionaires wonder when they will get a break.
The answers to those questions begin with a baseline for a dollars and sense evaluation of conditions as they are.
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Celebrating 1100 PodcastsMost importantly it’s hard to believe I’m celebrating 1100 podcasts. Time to reach for the highest ground in Celebrating-1100-Podcasts-Bob Davis Podcast 1100.
Campfire Every NightAnd it’s even more fun to do this podcast in front of a campfire very late at night.
There’s Something About Eleven HundredOn the other hand I usually save these celebrations for podcasts in the five hundred increment.
But there’s something about the number eleven hundred.
Pivotal TimeFirstly the last one hundred podcasts have covered a pivotal time in history.
Secondly these last one hundred podcasts have spanned a similar period in my own life.
DepthSo the content in Celebrating-1100-Podcasts-Bob Davis Podcast 1100 has some depth.
Back To The FirstFor example going back to the first podcasts I did back in 2009.
Changes In Travel StyleIn addition the changes in travel style triggered by the inflation which started back at the end of 2021.
ContentFinally eleven hundred podcasts comprise a great deal of content.
More Than Ten YearsThat is to say in addition to a radio career now podcasting for more than ten years.
Veteran Content CreatorMakes me a veteran content creator too.
Changes In The World Of PodcastingAbove all there’s been a lot of changes in the world of podcasting.
YouTube TooEven more with the restart of my own YouTube channel there have been quite a few changes with me too.
Twists And TurnsCertainly it’s been an opportunity to follow the twists and turns driven by the podcast.
Personal DevelopmentAnd the personal development that’s come with those twists and turns.
Radio ShowFor example most of the early podcasts were a continuation of my radio show.
Evolution To The DeepBut very quickly evolved into deeper topics.
Travel and AdventureConsequently moving out of the political social content toward travel and adventure.
HappierAnd as a result much happier as a person.
Bette DavisIn the same vein it was the actress Bette Davis who famously said she never sought money but experience.
Labor Of LoveSimilarly this has been a labor of love for me since the beginning.
Back Roads RuleMoreover I have learned more about people in the United States on the road and on back roads than I ever could have in a radio or podcast studio back home.
SublimeTo sum up the nomad experience has been sublime for many reasons.
Joy Of Two LanesAnd here’s hoping the next 1100 podcasts reflect the joy of the two lane experience.
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Changing Nomad Travel Plans AgainFirstly you might want to save changing nomad travel plans again to listen in the dark night of winter. You’ll hear why in Changing-Nomad-Travel-Plans-Again-Bob Davis Podcast 1099.
Live From The Lake ShoreSecondly from the shore of one of those famous fishing lakes in Western Wisconsin comes the sounds of early spring up here.
No Bugs YetThat is to say the bugs really haven’t gotten started yet.
Mirror Smooth LakeAnd between early spring thunderstorms there’s the full moon and mist on a mirror smooth lake.
Audio Rules This WorldCertainly audio captures this experience in a way video could not.
Self RealizationFurthermore since I have moved down to the lake shore I have realized something.
Nothing Like A CampfireThat is to say I am surprised how much better I feel with a campfire than inside even a lux North woods cabin.
Or the confined of a well used work shed.
Better Outside Than InIn fact I feel better these days outside and camping than I do inside.
Still Spring NightOn the other hand there is the difference between the still spring night in the upper Midwest…
And the steady breeze of the West.
Travel PlansFinally we’ll get to travel plans.
Headed North East From HereMost importantly heading East to pick up a power station from the Campulance Man in New York State.
And to see friends in New Hampshire.
Then heading to the coast for a wedding.
Back To ArizonaIn addition I’ll discuss plans for returning to the American South West.
Back Roads AgainAfter that I’ll return to my usual theme of the back roads experience.
No Plan Is A PlanTo sum up I guess no plan is a plan.
Grateful TooMost importantly I find myself very grateful for the opportunity to get back outside to a fire.
With unlimited firewood and black coffee.
Moreover steak and eggs or eggs and bacon in a iron skillet is pretty hard to beat.
Eleven Hundred PodcastsIn conclusion I can’t believe I am closing in on eleven hundred podcasts.
Travel and Nomad ExperienceMany now focused on travel and the nomad experience.
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Reactivating My You Tube ChannelFirstly I am an audio guy so reactivating my YouTube channel is a big step for me. Details in Reactivating-My-YouTube-Channel-Bob Davis Podcast 1098.
Thanks To A Big YouTube ChannelSecondly this is all due to appearing in Peter Santenello’s Off The Grid video from Quartzsite Arizona.
EncouragementCertainly all the nomads featured in the video received a lot of messages and encouragement from Peter’s viewers.
And we really appreciate it.
PowerAbove all it convinced me again of the power of the YouTube platform.
How I Used YouTubeHowever over the years I avoided YouTube except for very specific uses.
InvestmentBecause I felt if I was going to do video I would have to invest in equipment and editors.
End Of WorryBut I’m not going to worry about all of that now.
My IntentionsMost importantly I’ll explain in this podcast how I intend to use the channel in the future.
BackgroundIn addition it’s a good opportunity to provide some background on The Bob Davis Podcasts for new subscribers and listeners.
Podcast Listeners Welcome To YouTube and Visa VersaEven more an opportunity to introduce long time listeners to my YouTube effort.
Off The GridFinally I’ll do some clarifications and explanations of what we were talking about in the Off The Grid video.
Life In An AmbulanceAnd another video Peter put up about living in an ambulance.
Different Flavors of NomadFor example there are different kinds of nomads.
Some in cars and tents.
Still others in home built RV’s and the expensive big rigs.
Not to mention Bus Life!
Different PhilosophiesIn addition there are different philosophies about nomad life.
We Don’t All AgreeThat is to say we do not all agree about what nomad life is and what it means.
Vibrant CommunityConsequently it makes for a vibrant community.
Why Come OutFor example what if you have little or no camping experience?
Should you come out in a car long term?
And what kind of people will you encounter?
Not For EveryoneIn short it’s not for everyone.
Born To WanderBut if you have the bug to wander deep down inside it is probably for you.
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Creative Turning PointAbove all no matter what you do it feels like we have reached a creative turning point. Details in Creative-Turning-Point-Bob Davis Podcast 1097.
All The ShowsFirstly I have been catching up on all the shows I missed when I was traveling.
And for me that means watching a lot of TV for the past thirty days.
Social Media Horror ShowSecondly my readers and listeners know my feelings about the horror show social media has become.
StaleBut this time around something feels off.
Even more ‘stale’.
SamenessThat is to say there is a sort of ‘sameness’ in what I am seeing and experiencing as a viewer and user.
Creative InspirationMore importantly those feelings cause me to ask questions about creative inspiration in my own efforts.
Ground Breaking DroughtFor example where are we when it comes to truly ground breaking creative ideas brought into the world?
Socials and StreamersCertainly the so called streamers and the socials are having issues.
Peak Scripted TV?The number of shows are being cut back.
StrugglingIn addition the social media sites are struggling.
Finally the whole thing just doesn’t feel the same to me as it did a few years a go when all this stuff was new.
How Do You Find Compelling ContentIn addition perhaps that is one of the reasons I decided to go on the road.
After that I found more compelling content.
New IdeasFor instance I found travel and nomad life to be a wellspring of new ideas.
SourceTo sum up how do you ‘re-pot’ yourself?
Further what is your source of inspiration and creative ideas when preparing to take your next step?
Turning PointIn conclusion it does feel like we’re at a creative turning point across the board in this land.
NextMost importantly the question of what’s next?
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Nomad Rig Dreams Bob Davis Podcast 1096Firstly there are an infinite number of ideas and plans for the vehicles we nomads drive and camp with. Details in Nomad-Rig-Dreams-Plans-Bob Davis Podcast 1096.
Current and Future Oil PricesSecondly any discussion of getting a new rig has to include some analysis of current and future oil prices.
Economic Questions In PlanningMoreover I have done more than a few podcasts getting into the economic question over the last few months.
Wait and See ApproachHowever I think the best thing to do is to take a wait and see approach rather than make predictions.
Fingers Crossed For Cheaper FuelThat being said I have my fingers crossed for a recession because it would probably herald cheaper fuel prices.
Certainly we’ll have to wait and see.
Rigs According To UseIn the meantime I classify rigs according to use.
For example RV enthusiasts have different needs than nomads.
Systems Are DelicateMoreover it has been my experience the systems in some of the more expensive RV’s done always do well under the constant pressure of nomad travel and living full time.
Robust Is The KeySo this is why we look for more robust rigs.
Crazy ConversionsAnd why you see so many creative and sometimes crazy conversions of almost any kind of truck made.
That is to say ambulances, buses, airport buses, Utility and Box trucks.
Range FreeBut a great deal of the so called nomad experience depends on being able to range free.
To wander.
Expensive Fuel Kills Nomad ExperienceUnfortunately wandering is more difficult when fuel is expensive.
Even more there is a lot of noise out there when it comes to analysis of the markets.
NoiseAs well as the predictions of the talking heads.
Metrics To WatchAs a result I’ll give you some metrics to watch as you decide what your next rig will be.
ChoiceFinally our choice also depends on how long we’ve been doing this and what we feel we’ll need going forward.
No IllusionsIn fact I am under no illusions or needs for luxury.
Roughing ItEven more we nomads are used to roughing it.
But creature comforts and a little more space aren’t such bad things.
Back RoadsIn conclusion the rig for you depends on whether you’ll be on back roads, climbing mountains.
Cities and InterstatesOr city and Interstate driving.
DefinitionsTo sum up some of the terms I use in this podcast definitions for Deflation here. For inflation here. Disinflation here. And Demand Destruction here.
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Nomad Eclipse Rest RefitFirstly it’s Nomad Eclipse Rest and Refit season in Western Wisconsin. Details in Nomad-Eclipse-Rest-Refit-Bob Davis Podcast 1095.
Saving A BuckSecondly nomads never miss a chance to save a buck and take a break from the road.
Therefore that is what I am doing.
August TimelineAt least until mid August 2023.
Peeling An OnionAbove nomad travel is like peeling an onion.
Slower TravelFor example when I first started traveling I did not understand the practice of some nomads to get off the road in the spring for a while.
Then high fuel prices forced me to change my travel plans.
That is to say longer stays and shorter travel bursts.
New People and CommunityThe result was meeting new people and experiencing community.
Arizona To WisconsinFinally I drove north to Western Wisconsin from Arizona pretty quickly because of a death in the family. That is to say I left the desert sooner than I intended or expected.
Winter To SpringHowever we nomads roll with the punches. Subsequently I am experiencing the winter to spring change again!
EclipseIn addition it’s eclipse season.
Intense FeelsWhich means some unusual celestial events and associated intense feels. If you’re looking for the link explaining this April’s Hybrid Eclipse, here it is.
Vintage CabinAnd I am staying at a vintage cabin soon to be moving to a lake front and back to my nightly fire.
ComfortsIn conclusion it’s weird to feel weird about being comfortable!
Cool GreensBut looking forward to the cool greens and hot sun of the Midwestern Summer.
Mechanical WorkAlso getting some needed work on Mobile Podcast Command. Some body work. Minor engine work. And a few other items that need to be taken care of..
Sometimes getting this kind of work done on the road can be a challenge, if not more expensive.
Campfire!See you at the campfire!
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In The Absence Of TruthAbove all in the absence of truth lies evil. Details in In-The-Absence-Of-Truth-Bob Davis Podcast 1094.
DeliriumMoreover if we’re navigating in a world without truth then we’re living in a form of delirium.
Fact CheckerFirstly I often find myself in the role of ‘fact checker’ around the nomad campfire.
Nobody Likes A Fact CheckerAnd every now and then I declare a moratorium on fact checking.
Because when it comes to the social aspects of nomad life no one wants find themselves constantly corrected.
No One Wants To Be Made WrongIn addition none of us wants to be wrong.
Determining FactsHowever over the winter months one of the skills I developed was the ability to determine facts and therefore truth.
Certainly there are methods of logic.
As well as legal standards such as the basic rules of evidence.
Finally the need for context on any particular controversial subject.
Not PoliticalMost importantly while I started these podcasts with political content over time I have developed a policy against such content.
Therefore the tools I offer can be useful when determining facts in any subject of conversation, without getting political.
In fact I don’t really care what the reader’s political leanings might be.
We All Need A Dose Of The TruthThat is to say we all need a dose of fact checking every now and then.
Fact Checking Is Not Listening To The Guy You Agree WithTo sum up all media has devolved into creating a sense of urgency around it’s content while at the same time developing a penchant for predicting the future.
Sometimes We Don’t KnowMore importantly no matter what we’re talking about sometimes the best thing we can do is admit we just don’t know.
My Own Search For TruthIn conclusion it’s important to point out I discovered these tools in my own search for truth regarding the recent run up in the price of fuel and the ensuing inflation.
It has been difficult and time consuming but rewarding.
ContextTo be sure the hardest part of all of this is developing a sense of historical context and an instinct for what is relevant in any consideration of a problem.
No One Else Is Going To Do ItSecondly and sadly these days no one is going to do this work for us.
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Northern Lights AgainFirstly I am back in Wisconsin to see the Northern Lights again. Listen for details in Northern-Lights-Again-Bob Davis Podcast 1093.
Whirlwind TripSecondly a whirlwind 4 day trip from Quartzsite brought me here.
Nomads Called AwayAbove all we nomads are often called away.
Cross CountryAnd we have to make a quick cross country trip.
7 States 4 DaysFor example I covered 7 states in roughly 4 days to help with a family emergency.
NormalThat is to say this is part of the normal experience of committing to life on the road.
GratefulCertainly I am grateful to be able to make the trip.
From Desert Heat To Snow Covered FieldsBut I went from the desert heat to the still snow covered fields in rural Western Wisconsin.
Spring And Summer TravelTherefore I am reformulating spring and summer travel plans.
MidsummerMeanwhile I plan to be here in the Dairy State at least until midsummer.
And looking forward to it!
The Nature of LifeLikewise I am struck by the transitory nature of life in general.
Death and LifeEven more a death in the family brings these thoughts to the top of mind.
Loose EndsMoreover it’s time to tie up some loose ends in Northern-Lights-Again-Bob Davis Podcast 1093.
Fuel Prices Getting BetterFor example one of the reasons I was sitting so long in the desert had to do with the price of fuel and inflation.
Did at least two podcasts in a series discussing higher prices. A good example of this series is here.
Lower Prices Different Pace Of TravelIn addition as prices head lower it’s also time to re evaluate the pace of travel.
Deep BondsAnd likewise to discuss how quickly deep bonds are formed in our nomad community.
Missing The CampfireI will certainly miss the campfires for the time being.
And sitting around poking fun at each other.
Great Winter In The DesertFinally this was a great winter of camping in the desert.
New PeopleEspecially meeting and getting to know new people.
Fun Summer Travel On DeckOn the other hand I look forward to some fun summer travel this year.
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Canary In The Coal MineAbove all was this week’s banking meltdown the canary in the coalmine? We’ll talk about it in Canary-In-The-Coal-Mine-Bob Davis Podcast 1092.
Banks FailThat is to say the meltdown of at least three banks this week sent shock waves through the financial community.
Screaming FireAnd allowed You Tube financial geeks and politicians the opportunity to scream fire in a crowded auditorium.
Cause For ConcernCertainly bank closures at any time are cause for concern.
ReasonsBut there’s a reason for these developments.
Plain LanguageFirstly Canary-In-The-Coal-Mine-Bob Davis Podcast 1092 is not a podcast with a bunch of statistics and language no one can understand.
UpdatesSecondly I am updating some of the podcasts I did earlier this year and last on the US Economy.
Of course my personal concern has been the price of diesel fuel.
Greater Concerns About The EconomyOn the other hand greater concerns about the US Economy are beginning to be top of mind.
Most importantly these concerns are not unfounded.
InflationTo clarify the US is dealing with inflation which requires higher interest rates.
Higher Interest RatesSubsequently we’re seeing the effects of these higher rates.
Business Not PreparedMainly because businesses aren’t prepared for this.
More Carnage Ahead?As a result there will probably be more carnage.
Finally I am not going to tell listeners what they should do with their money.
In addition I am not going to predict the future.
We’ll see what happens. After that I will do updates as needed.
Won’t Predict The FutureIn the same vein one of the subjects of Canary-In-The-Coal-Mine-Bob Davis Podcast 1092 is the penchant prognosticators have for predicting the future.
PoliticiansAnd for politicians to politicize financial events they don’t necessarily understand.
HistoryIn conclusion this is a precarious moment in history.
PressureMost certainly because of the weight of the moment there’s a lot of pressure on those who have to make the decisions.
Personal HopeFor example my personal hope for cheaper fuel!
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Loves Truck Stop LoveFirstly it’s time for some Loves Truck Stop Love. I’ve spent a lot of time in these places. Details in Loves-Truck-Stop-Love-Bob Davis Podcast 1091.
Tom Love Passes AwaySecondly the guy who built the Love’s Truck and Travel Stop chain Love’s passes away recently at 85.
Live PodcastTherefore it’s time for a podcast live from the Love’s.
National Highway SystemAbove all this subject gets me going on the history of first the National Highway System and it’s successor the Interstates.
TruckingIn addition while I am not an expert on the history of trucking I’ll spend some time on this subject.
Independent BusinessesAs well as discussing the whole subject of how the truck stops starting as independent refueling stations grew with the Interstates and the US from the 1960’s.
LogisticsCertainly it’s fair to say that over the road trucking coast to coast…
And the container system with railroads…
Has contributed greatly to America’s logistics systems.
Truck StopsOf course the Truck Stops of all kinds have been a big part of that.
NationwideAs a result Truck Stops like Love’s are nationwide.
Most importantly the truck stops also cater to travelers and nomads.
More ComfortableThat is to say fuel, great food, products we need and showers make life on the road a lot more comfortable and enjoyable than it was back in the day.
When The Interstates Were NewLikewise I am old enough to remember when the Interstates were still in construction.
Family Road TripsTaking family road trips that often detoured onto two lane highways through the South and central US.
Passion For TravelMoreover these trips fueled my passion for the travel experience.
Mom And PopIncluding the mom and pop truck stops of old.
Lamenting ChangeFinally you often hear people lament the changes in this country.
Good ChangesBut some of those changes have produced results that we will remember fondly someday when they too pass into the mists of time.
Truckers Travelers and NomadsIn short for Truckers, Nomads and Travelers Truck Stops are a necessity.
So here’s to Tom and Judy Love…
Built From A Small BusinessAnd what they built from a small business back in the day.
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Your Apocalypse NowFirstly I say it’s your apocalypse now because everyone seems to be on the doom train these days. Learn more in Your-Apocalypse-Now-Bob Davis Podcast 1090.
Negative About The FutureSecondly I will tell you why I think everyone is so negative about the future in this podcast.
However not in this blog.
End TimesYou have to listen to find out what’s causing this fascination with ‘the end times’.
Favorite End Time ThemesWhether it’s the Earth burning up, Nuclear War, Mass Starvation, Economic Collapse and certainly the return of Jesus, everyone seems to have their favorite end times theme.
5D World TooEven hippies are getting into the act with their theories about the so called 5D world.
Friendly AliensOr the arrival of benevolent aliens who just want to help us.
Catastrophe In The MakingOf course there are catastrophes happening and in the making almost every day.
End Times Band WagonsAnd the prognosticators, tarot card readers, economic experts, former generals and lesser ranks jumping on whatever end times band wagon seems to be going by.
Adhere To These TheoriesBut what’s amazing is how many people adhere to these theories.
And once one identifies with some theory one feels the need to defend and promote it.
Low Level DepressionConsequently we all seem to be in a constant low level depression.
Tired Of ItIn short I am getting tired of it.
DystopiaTo begin with you’ll not find a shortage of dystopian literature and movies in my collection.
But every now and then it gets to be a little too much.
ExplanationTherefore the theme of Your-Apocalypse-Now-Bob Davis Podcast 1090 is an explanation for this negativity.
Not InsurmountableThat is to say while there are challenges in our country and the world they aren’t insurmountable.
And there’s a very good reason so many content creators and subscribers are loving messages of the end times.
They’re RightIn conclusion the reason is they’re right!
The end is coming.
Details in the podcast.
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Algorithm SlavesFirstly these days content creators seem intent on following their audiences. Learn more in Algorithm-Slaves-Bob Davis Podcast 1089..
RelevanceSecondly that is to say relevance for a creator is more and more about what the audience wants.
Certainly not what the artist or creator wants.
And today’s algorithms often determine the audience.
What Is Creating?But what if creating is about leading the audience?
To clarify sooner or later creators have to bite the hands that feed them.
Dangers Of A Narrow AudienceOr face an increasingly narrow audience although it may be increasing in size.
Even more when likes and shares and subscriptions become the order of the day why not have AI do everything?
Role Of The ArtistIn short what is the role of the human artist?
And what is the process of creativity?Finally it’s my perception algorithm slaves build silos of opinion which actually limit objective discussion.
In addition what does one learn if they stay in that same silo forever?
Therefore it’s easy to see why many people think on the same tracks and perform in the same ways, in the end.
GrowAs a result creators do not grow.
Imprisoned By An AudienceLikewise I have certainly had my struggles being imprisoned by an audience, back in the day.
It’s About ControlHowever I’m grateful to have arrived at a place where the audience and the ‘shoulds’ don’t control what I do.
Didn’t Want To Talk About ThisIn Algorithm-Slaves-Bob Davis Podcast 1089 I take on a subject I really didn’t want to talk about.
CravenOn the other hand the craven nature of creators on almost every subject suggests it’s time to talk about this.
Audience DictatorsFinally listeners should not be required to dictate content.
Or even asked about it.
Yet you see and hear this all the time.
Likes and SharesSubsequently likes and shares, and subs, define the future for those who ‘influence’ society as a whole.
Or so they think.
Thus Algorithm-Slaves-Bob Davis Podcast 1089.
Breaking OutIn conclusion content creators might consider breaking out of the self imposed tyranny.
Who Knows BestIn short when it comes to the very human nature of creating, the audience doesn’t always know best.
And neither does the algorithm.
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Summer Sounds 2023Firstly it’s the peak of winter over North America and therefore time for a Summer Sounds Podcast. Put your headphones on for Summer-Sounds-2023-Bob Davis Podcast 1088.
Recording Summer Sounds For YearsSecondly since around 2015 I have been recording summer sounds.
Spring Is Around The CornerAnd then when spring seems right around the corner.
But Winter Is Still HereBut winter proves resilient.
Time For Summer SoundsIt’s time for a Summer Sounds Podcast.
Immersed In SummerAbove all listening to these summer sounds podcasts immerse the listener in summer.
ColoradoWhether it is a beautiful Mountain Town in Colorado.
Ten Thousand Feet UpOr the delicious sound of the wind on a ten thousand foot mountain peak.
LakesideCertainly the sounds lakeside.
BugsThe bug and birds.
Truck Stops and Lawn MowersFinally a truck stop in the southwest somewhere, a lawn mower and a drum circle.
MonsoonOf course there’s a full on summer monsoon storm in Utah and the sound of the crackling campfire.
No TalkFurthermore after the introduction there’s no talk until we say goodbye near the end of this podcast.
Winter Can Be Just Too MuchTo sum up when we get this close to warmer weather it seems like winter can be just too much.
Loam Of Summer’s Eve BeckonsEven more the loam of a summer evening is immersive and peaceful in the midst of a difficult time.
Love Producing Summer SoundsI enjoy producing these podcasts as much as I hope you enjoy listening to them.
A Life OutsideIn addition now that I travel full time I am outside all the time and all through the seasons.
Grateful For The Back RoadsAbove all I am grateful I’ve had the opportunity to experience the mountain peaks, small towns, national parks and back roads of the United States these past years.
Wild ThingsIn the same vein there’s a lot of wild things to see and hear.
Great To ShareAnd it’s great to be able to share with subscribers and listeners.
Original ContentIn conclusion it gets more difficult every podcast to do something original.
Certainly when you’ve done over a thousand podcasts.
And when the standard talk topics we hear out there don’t fit in this venue anymore.
Passion For TravelOn the other hand I know we all share the passion for travel and the desire to hit the road.
Even if it’s just every now and then.
Especially during the glorious summer months.
Headphones OnIn short grab a beverage, put on your headphones and turn it up.
Prepare to be transported to the peak of summer.
Even if it’s just forty minutes.
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Nomad Life Or Corporate Life False ChoiceFirstly Nomadlife Or Corporatelife is a false choice. Period. Full stop. Details in Nomadlife-Or-Corporatelife-False-Choice-Bob Davis Podcast 1087.
Quit Your JobSecondly certain people are saying people in the corporate world back home should quit their jobs and join the nomad ‘movement’.
Really?Therefore suddenly being a nomad is now an ‘ism’ or a ‘movement’. Really?
Too Big For Your BritchesAnd some of us think certain prognosticators are getting too big for their britches.
Social MediaIn addition social media ‘stars’ don’t speak for the whole.
Certainly that is the whole point of the nomad experience isn’t it?
Being A Nomad Is Not A StatementAbove all I don’t like the idea that being a nomad is some kind of anti capitalist statement.
Or any kind of statement at all.
Natural?For example telling people the nomad experience is ‘noble’ or ‘ordained’ or ‘natural’ is inaccurate.
Even more maybe out and out wrong.
A ChoiceMost importantly this nomad life is a choice.
And so is the corporate world.
You Do YouFurther neither choice is right or wrong.
Thank YouFinally a big thank you to those back in the world for all you do.
Respecting NatureCertainly your contribution makes it possible for us to enjoy and respect this wilderness.
Not Fair Or FactualBut saying the world back home is unnatural isn’t fair or factual.
Life ChoicesTo sum up we all make choices at different times in our lives for different reasons.
It’s A Lifestyle Not A JudgementMoreover as a nomad I did not do this in judgement of people back home or their choices.
I’ll tell you more in Nomadlife-Or-Corporatelife-False-Choice-Bob Davis Podcast 1087.
False IntellectualismIn conclusion the assertion humans are pack animals and therefore nomads…
And because of this ‘reality’ you people back home should stop being ‘exploited’ and join us out here…
Is just plain nonsense.
Isn’t The Whole Point Freedom?To sum up humans who are free can create many things.
Embrace LibertyMaybe nomads who have appointed themselves chiefs of the tribe ought to embrace liberty and leave people back home alone.
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Spring Summer Travel Plans 2023Firstly it’s time to take a look at Spring and Summer Travel Plans. Time for a higher vibe in Spring-Summer-Travel-Plans-Bob Davis Podcast 1086.
PlanningSecondly I’ll talk a little about planning in particular in this podcast.
Southwestern ArizonaCertainly winter down in Southwestern Arizona isn’t like winter up north.
Wind and Chilly NightsHowever the wind and chilly nights mean podcasting from the cozy confines of Mobile Podcast Command.
Pull Out The MapsAbove all it’s time to pull my dusty maps out.
Where and HowAnd to start thinking about the where and how for Spring and Summer Travel.
Playing It SafeDuring these periods of high fuel prices many nomads have been playing it safe.
Hunkered DownThat is to say we’re hunkered down rather than barnstorming in order to save cash.
HopeMeanwhile as fuel prices start to sink a little there’s hope for the future.
Ambitious PlansIn the same vein I have some pretty ambitious plans for this spring and summer’s travel.
Yes I Use Paper MapsMost importantly I use paper maps.
Back RoadsBecause I use back roads most of the time.
Save Money On FuelFor example I’ve learned you can save money on fuel using back roads.
Plan and NavigateBut you have to know how to navigate and plan.
How To StartAs a result I usually start my planning by just looking at the maps and thinking about the best ways to go.
Greater Goals and PlansIn addition there are also greater goals and plans. I’ll devote some time to that discussion as well in Spring-Summer-Travel-Plans-Bob Davis Podcast 1086.
Where and WhenAfter that I’ll get more specific about where to go and when.
What To DoEven more what to do along the way.
Travel JonesFinally we’re all getting the travel Jones.
Why Did I Hunker Down Again?And it’s necessary every now and then to remember why we decided to hunker down in the first place.
Economic ConditionsI’ve done a few podcasts about economic conditions.
And where I think we’re headed.
I’ll be updating those as well progress into 2023.
Turn The PagesBut in the meantime it’s a lot of fun to turn the pages on these dusty maps shredded from use.
Warming Up SoonTo sum up it will be warming up in the Southwest soon and the rest of the country later.
Rubber Hits The RoadIn short by then it will be time for the rubber to hit the road.
Can’t wait.
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Mercury Retrograde IncommunicadoFirstly welcome to Mercury Retrograde Incommunicado in the desert. When your device fails and you have no replacement. Details in Mercury-Retrograde-Incommunicado-Bob Davis Podcast 1085.
Planets Don’t Stop In Their OrbitsSecondly planets don’t stop in their orbits and go backwards. Or do they?
Skeptical ButIt just looks that way from our perspective on Earth.
However I am skeptical of these things.
It Got MeBut I admit this Mercury Retrograde got me.
My Device Went KaputAt least that’s my story and I am sticking to it!
Procrastination KillsOn the other hand I procrastinated getting a new device.
Physical Abuse Of PhoneAnd there’s the physical abuse of my device.
Incommunicado In The DesertI think this might have contributed to being incommunicado in the desert.
Not EasyTherefore getting me a new phone out here is not an easy.
When when everything goes my way.
New Phone New News CycleOf course once I got my new phone the first news I read was about my experience.
No More Than Five Hours Without PhoneAdults can’t go more than five hours without their device these days.
WithdrawIn the same vein I came face to face with the modern condition of device withdraw.
Do Something ElseCertainly there are other things one can do, right?
Alone Time and SilenceFor instance spending time in silence and alone.
Or reading.
Doing something creative.
Oh Wait! No Hot Spot!But out here in the desert everything I do uses the so called hot spot.
Resorting To A ScreenAnd what about experiencing other human beings without being able to resort to a screen when it gets boring?
The Days Before PhonesAbove all I have observations about my nomad lifestyle back in the day.
For example I found it difficult not to be checking for news and stock market updates regularly.
Sync HellIn addition I still have problems syncing old contacts and messaging.
To sum up I see why this is one of the top subjects for nomads around the fire.
Finally communications are important.
But I will have future observations about what this level of being connected does to all of us.
Meanwhile, I have YouTube to catch up on.
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Happiness Versus Contentment in The DesertThe question of happiness versus contentment has certainly been on my mind lately. Learn more in Happiness-Versus-Contentment-Bob Davis Podcast 1084.
BarnstormFirstly my history for travel has been an almost frenetic barnstorm back and forth across the country.
High Fuel PricesSecondly the specter of high diesel prices has me in a bind.
Restricted TravelAs a result I made a decision more than a year ago to restrict travel to the summer months.
Arizona DesertsAnd to hang out in the Arizona desert in the meantime.
Enriched LifeAs a result my life has been enriched by relationships and experiences I did not expect to have.
Not EasyHowever adjusting to this temporarily stationary approach has not been easy for me.
Contentment By The FireCertainly the feeling of contentment is strong after a great meal by the campfire.
Coffee Anyone?And a big cup of strong coffee helps too.
Does This Mean I Am Happy?Therefore I wonder whether the feeling of contentment also means I am happy?
Good QuestionIt’s a good question.
Especially these days.
Urge To Hit The RoadOn the other hand the urge to hit the road again calls me from deep inside.
Slow Decline Of Fuel PricesMeanwhile I wait as fuel prices begin to decline.
Long Way To Go YetWe’re not all the way there yet though.
Darkest DaysAbove all they say this time of year features some of the darkest and depressing days.
In the same vein this shows up for me as frustration.
That is to say I am chomping at the bit to get started on the back roads again.
But sometimes the best thing to do is stick with a good plan.
Difficult TimeTo sum up these are difficult days for everyone.
However I don’t see any reason to change the plan.
Or my approach to how I plan what I do.
Podcasts About Economic Conditions and The NomadFurthermore if readers, listeners and subscribers are interested I’ve done more than a few podcasts about economic drivers to the decisions I’ve made.
You can find them here and here.
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Goodbye 2022 Hello 2023Firstly Goodbye 2022 Hello 2023. Cue the fireworks for Goodbye-2022-Hello-2023-Bob Davis Podcast 1083.
Many ThanksSecondly many people to thank for contributing and sponsoring.
Supporters and MentorsIn addition every year on New Year’s Eve I do a podcast and thank everyone who lent their support to help mentor me way back in 2009 when I started this podcast.
It’s Been A YearCertainly this has been a year.
That is to say it was difficult.
Maybe It’s Been 2 YearsAnd it has been difficult going back to 2020!
Major TransitionAbove all while I think we’re going through a major transition on many levels New Year’s Eve isn’t the best time to chronicle all that.
New Year’s Eve Is For Thank You’sIn fact New Year’s Eve is great for sending thank you’s.
Look AheadAnd a look ahead for 2023 travel and challenges.
Tough TimesTo clarify the elephant in the room has been inflation.
For Nomads TooFurthermore I’ve done more than a few podcasts about inflation and what it means for the nomad.
Economic IssuesMost importantly economic issues have made 2022 difficult.
Optimistic For 2023I prefer to remain optimistic for 2023.
ChallengesIn the same vein though I think there are economic challenges ahead that can be good and bad for different people around the world and the country
On the other hand this podcast will not be going into economic stuff too deeply.
Parties!Because we have parties to get ready for!
Artistic Business ChallengesIn short there are people to thank.
As well as some talk about running an artistic business.
Change Is An Ongoing ThemeTo sum up 2022 has been tough. I’ve had to change how I travel.
BarnstormingCertainly that means less barnstorming around the country.
EnrichedHowever my life has been enriched by relationships with other nomads formed because I was forced to stay in one place more than I would have liked.
GratefulFinally there are things to be grateful for.
Maybe more so because of the kind of year we all had.
In conclusion change seems to have been a theme this year and is certainly on the horizon next year.
Happy New YearTherefore Happy New Year.
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Requiem For An American DreamFirstly in any requiem for an American Dream we pay our respects to a time when it worked. Details in Requiem-For-An-American-Dream-Bob Davis Podcast 1082.
NegativitySecondly negativity and division permeate our culture these days.
New DreamTherefore at the end of another not so good year maybe we need a new dream.
Or you can refer to the movie ‘Blow’ for the ‘Maybe You Had The Wrong Dream’ quote.
Shared VisionAbove all in Requiem-For-An-American-Dream-Bob Davis Podcast 1082 I talk about the value of a shared vision for the future.
ValuesFor example the American Dream originally was based on the values of the Declaration of Independence.
HistoryAnd in the 1930’s the dream we know today was created out of whole cloth by historian James Truslow Adams.
AdvertisingConsequently advertising got hold of it after World War 2.
Consumer EconomyAs a result Truslow’s dream helped fuel the growth of the consumer economy in the United States.
Twisted RemnantSince then The American Dream has become a sort of twisted remnant from a bygone age.
AspirationsYet most young adults begin their journey through life aspiring to the same old theme.
Maybe it’s time for a new dream?
New Year’s ResolutionsIn addition this is time of the year we allow ourselves to think about the future.
Similarly why not think about a new shared vision for the future?
Rejecting The Traditional American DreamCertainly I have rejected the traditional American Dream by becoming a nomad.
Artistic BusinessAnd attempting to grow an artistic business on the road.
Tools Of TechEven more technology today for all it’s foibles provides the tools to create versions of the American Dream our grandparents never considered.
Telling StoriesIn Requiem-For-An-American-Dream-Bob Davis Podcast 1082 I tell some stories from the bygone era and talk about the postwar economic and social history.
Thought ExperimentFurther I think this thought exercise helps in a time when everyone is pointing fingers.
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Not Defending Nomad LifeMost importantly I am not defending nomad life in this podcast. Some people think that is what I do. My response is here in Not-Defending-Nomad-Life-Bob Davis Podcast 1081.
Constructive CriticismFirstly I’ve learned once in a while you have to accept constructive criticism.
Secondly a friend recently said the podcasts make him sad because I defend nomad life too much.
Content ReviewTherefore I reviewed my recent content.
And I couldn’t disagree more.
Introspective PodcastAbove all in this introspective podcast I talk about the nomad experience.
PerspectiveHowever I put this life in perspective.
VarietyFurthermore in my review of content I concluded there’s enough variety.
Writing ProjectIn addition I talk about a writing project in Not-Defending-Nomad-Life-Bob Davis Podcast 1081.
Attention and EnergySpecifically writing about difficult subjects requires a great deal of attention and energy.
Top Of MindSo the podcasts aren’t necessarily top of mind every day.
What Needs To Be SaidOn the other hand there are few things I feel need to be said.
ComplicatedTo clarify I like complicated subjects.
As a result my podcasts about the current economy make me happy.
Even more recent podcasts about winter celebrations and their value to our humanity also make me happy.
Moreover there’s always content about life experience.
Examples HereFor example here, and here and here.
No Back SlappingIn short I don’t do back slapping inside humor types of podcasts
No Boring InterviewsSimilarly my experience has been most people don’t make good interview subjects.
And so called experts usually regurgitate the stuff they say everywhere else.
No ExpertsFinally The Bob Davis Podcasts are about my experiences and my internal reactions to those experiences.
TravelFurther the podcasts also include subject matter about my travels.
People Places and ThingsThat is to say people I’ve met, places I’ve been and things that have happened.
But fair criticism is accepted.
Once a Broadcaster Always A BroadcasterTo sum up I think former broadcasters tend to be more critical. It’s okay. It goes with the territory.
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Return Of The LightMost importantly the shortest and darkest days of the year also celebrate the return of the light. Details in Return-Of-The-Light-Bob Davis Podcast 1080.
Their CelebrationsCertainly we have our winter celebrations.
Birth Of LightAbove all they celebrate the birth of light.
Human RaceThese days I think a lot about how old the human race is.
And how these celebrations have evolved over the eons.
AncientThat is to say they resonate with us because they are ancient.
Old WestFirstly when I am in the desert I think about the Old West.
Secondly and perhaps more importantly there is evidence of the Spaniards here.
And the Indians before the Europeans came.
Even more there’s evidence of those who came before the Indians, who were immigrants to this region at one time too.
And all the ancients.
Standing On Their ShouldersWe stand on their shoulders today.
DifficultiesFinally I’ve done some podcasts recently about potential economic difficulties.
Future DreadThe result has been some listeners and subscribers feeling dread about the future.
Winter Rituals Give Us HopeHowever even when times are tough this winter celebration and ritual gives us hope.
Picking Up The PiecesBecause no matter what happens we’ll pick up the pieces and start again.
ChangeAbove all we don’t like change.
Can’t Always PlanIn fact we react to more than plan for setbacks and difficulties.
Take A BreathOn the other hand I think it’s fair to say we use these rituals at different times of the year to take a breath.
To draw strength.
And keep on keeping on.
Message Of HopeTherefore here’s a message of hope for everyone.
In conclusion things may get worse before they get better.
We Make SureBut they always get better sooner or later. We make sure of that.
HeavensFinally take a moment to join your ancestors this season and look to the heavens.
Stars and MoonSee the same stars, moons and planets they saw, going back thousands and thousands of years.
Light and Hope On The WayAnd look for the signs of light and hope for the future.
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Are We At A Turning Point About To EruptAbove all this podcast asks if we are at a turning point on the eve of an economic eruption. Details in Turning-Point-Eruption-Bob Davis Podcast 1079.
Watching MarketsFirstly I have been watching the economy and the markets very closely ever since the rapid increase of fuel prices last year.
Secondly I’ve done a series of podcasts detailing what I have learned about this situation.
Finally I am clear on the causes of the current inflation.
And the solution.
About To SufferEven more as the central banks work to smother the current inflation, we’re about to suffer.
Volcanic Social EruptionThat is to say when it goes it could be a volcanic eruption in our society.
Of course people might say I am a pessimist.
I am not.
In fact I believe all of this will eventually be seen as a positive development.
Difficult Road AheadHowever we have to get to through the difficult road ahead first.
Top Of The Roller CoasterFor example imagine yourself at the very top of a roller coaster.
As the coaster heads down there’s a feeling of weightlessness.
And then fear.
Biggest Bubble In HistoryThat is to say today we have what many experts describe as the biggest everything bubble in history.
The More You KnowCertainly I have learned the more you know about these things the less you know.
But what interests me are the potential volcanic effects on our society.
And the melt down.
Round HouseIn conclusion it’s as though our train as reached the old fashioned round house house having come in on one track.
And being turned to go out in a different direction.
Living Through The Easy PartIn short if you think the past couple of years have been tough think again.
We’ve been living through the easy part of the cycle.
In the same vein now comes the hard part.
Clinging To The Old WorldFinally given the situation it’s interesting how people use debt to cling to an old lifestyle.
Ignorance Is BlissAnd how many seem unaware they’re living on top of a volcano.
About to erupt.
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Ridiculous RV Rig Prices Most importantly when people are paying fifty percent more for fuel they can’t afford these ridiculous RV and Rig Prices. Details in Ridiculous-RV-Rig-Prices-Bob Davis Podcast 1078. Paid Shills Furthermore it’s the paid prognosticators on YouTube doing the RV salesperson’s work by telling people rig prices can’t come down. Engaging On This […] Read more
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Celebrating Two Years A Nomad Firstly very happy to be celebrating two years of nomad travel. Of course year two is very different from year one. Learn more in Celebrating-Two-Years-Nomad-Travel-Bob Davis Podcast 1077. Review and Travelogue Secondly reviewing the year takes the form of a travelogue. Thanks and Appreciation And there are many people to […] Read more
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Celebrating Two Years A Nomad Firstly very happy to be celebrating two years of nomad travel. Of course year two is very different from year one. Learn more in Celebrating-Two-Years-Nomad-Travel-Bob Davis Podcast 1077. Review and Travelogue Secondly reviewing the year takes the form of a travelogue. Thanks and Appreciation And there are many people to […] Read more
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Nomadlife Is A Healthy Life Above all if you’re a nomad I say #nomadlife is Healthy Life. Find out why in Nomadlife-Healthy-Life-Bob Davis Podcast 1076. Research Study Shows Firstly this podcast is based on research results for people younger than 24. Hit Hard Certainly they have been hit hard the last few years. Older People […] Read more
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Nomadlife Is A Healthy Life Above all if you’re a nomad I say #nomadlife is Healthy Life. Find out why in Nomadlife-Healthy-Life-Bob Davis Podcast 1076. Research Study Shows Firstly this podcast is based on research results for people younger than 24. Hit Hard Certainly they have been hit hard the last few years. Older People […] Read more
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Reflections From The Desert Firstly the desert is a perfect place for reflection. Learn more in Reflections-From-The-Desert-Bob Davis Podcast 1075. Creative Process Secondly what’s your creative process? Certainly there’s a lot to discuss about creative process in this podcast. Free Wheeling Discussion And a lonely desert with a campfire is the perfect spot for a […] Read more
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Is The Collective Consciousness Real Or Not? Firstly do you think if something bad happens in the world we all feel it? Let’s talk about it in Collective-Consciousness-Real-Or-Not-Bob Davis Podcast 1074. Secondly is the collective consciousness real? Conscious Versus Unconscious Most importantly Carl Jung discovered something he called the Collective UNCONSCIOUS in the early 20th […] Read more
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Take It With A Grain Of Salt Above all take it with a grain of salt. Lots of loose talk on almost every subject these days so let’s address it in With-A-Grain-Of-Salt-Bob Davis Podcast 1073. Don’t Do This Very Often Firstly I don’t often delve these deep into current events. Here’s why. Can’t Ignore On […] Read more
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Take It With A Grain Of Salt Above all take it with a grain of salt. Lots of loose talk on almost every subject these days so let’s address it in With-A-Grain-Of-Salt-Bob Davis Podcast 1073. Don’t Do This Very Often Firstly I don’t often delve these deep into current events. Here’s why. Can’t Ignore On […] Read more
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Back-In-Quartzsite-Bob Davis Podcast 1072 Firstly back in Quartzsite and it sure feels good. Learn more in Back-In-Quartzsite-Bob Davis Podcast 1072. Summer Travel Secondly I have been all over the southwest this summer. Feels Like Home And Quartzsite feels like home. No One Here Yet Furthermore there’s very few snowbirds here right now. Time and Space […] Read more
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Summer Travel Solitaire 2022 Review Firstly doing a summer travel solitaire 2022 review means defining what low and slow travel is. Details in Summer-Travel-Solitaire-2022-Review-Bob Davis Podcast 1071. Taking My Time Secondly taking my time has allowed me to opportunity to meet people and experience the American Southwest more completely. Not A Beginner And I am […] Read more
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Summer Travel Solitaire 2022 Review Firstly doing a summer travel solitaire 2022 review means defining what low and slow travel is. Details in Summer-Travel-Solitaire-2022-Review-Bob Davis Podcast 1071. Taking My Time Secondly taking my time has allowed me to opportunity to meet people and experience the American Southwest more completely. Not A Beginner And I am […] Read more
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Simplicity In A Storm Most importantly there is simplicity in a storm because all you can do is sit there and experience it! Learn more in Simplicity-In-A-Storm-Bob Davis Podcast 1070. Life Is Complicated https://www.aconsciousrethink.com/18984/why-is-life-so-complicated/ The Nomad Solution Certainly nomads will agree being out in the middle of nowhere better than being in a city. Energy […] Read more
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Simplicity In A Storm Most importantly there is simplicity in a storm because all you can do is sit there and experience it! Learn more in Simplicity-In-A-Storm-Bob Davis Podcast 1070. Life Is Complicated https://www.aconsciousrethink.com/18984/why-is-life-so-complicated/ The Nomad Solution Certainly nomads will agree being out in the middle of nowhere better than being in a city. Energy […] Read more
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Updates Loose Ends and Clarifications Firstly from time to time I do updates clarifications and tie up loose ends. Find out why in Updates-Loose-Ends-Clarifications-Bob Davis Podcast 1069. Dream World Secondly nomad life is a dream world. Sailing On The Sea That is to say this life is more like sailing between islands. Doesn’t Matter What […] Read more
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Updates Loose Ends and Clarifications Firstly from time to time I do updates clarifications and tie up loose ends. Find out why in Updates-Loose-Ends-Clarifications-Bob Davis Podcast 1069. Dream World Secondly nomad life is a dream world. Sailing On The Sea That is to say this life is more like sailing between islands. Doesn’t Matter What […] Read more
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Updates Loose Ends and Clarifications Firstly from time to time I do updates clarifications and tie up loose ends. Find out why in Updates-Loose-Ends-Clarifications-Bob Davis Podcast 1069. Dream World Secondly nomad life is a dream world. Sailing On The Sea That is to say this life is more like sailing between islands. Doesn’t Matter What […] Read more
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Updates Loose Ends and Clarifications Firstly from time to time I do updates clarifications and tie up loose ends. Find out why in Updates-Loose-Ends-Clarifications-Bob Davis Podcast 1069. Dream World Secondly nomad life is a dream world. Sailing On The Sea That is to say this life is more like sailing between islands. Doesn’t Matter What […] Read more
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Summers End Turning Point 2022 Firstly summers end is always a turning point. You might remember this one for a long time. Details in Summers-End-Turning-Point-2022-Bob Davis Podcast 1068. Not Political Secondly these are not political podcasts. Economy Certainly they have to do with the US and world economies. However one of the chief mistakes of […] Read more
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Summers End Turning Point 2022 Firstly summers end is always a turning point. You might remember this one for a long time. Details in Summers-End-Turning-Point-2022-Bob Davis Podcast 1068. Not Political Secondly these are not political podcasts. Economy Certainly they have to do with the US and world economies. However one of the chief mistakes of […] Read more
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Summers End Turning Point 2022 Firstly summers end is always a turning point. You might remember this one for a long time. Details in Summers-End-Turning-Point-2022-Bob Davis Podcast 1068. Not Political Secondly these are not political podcasts. Economy Certainly they have to do with the US and world economies. However one of the chief mistakes of […] Read more
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Summers End Turning Point 2022 Firstly summers end is always a turning point. You might remember this one for a long time. Details in Summers-End-Turning-Point-2022-Bob Davis Podcast 1068. Not Political Secondly these are not political podcasts. Economy Certainly they have to do with the US and world economies. However one of the chief mistakes of […] Read more
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OffGrid Freedom Utah Firstly OffGrid Freedom Utah isn’t about solar powered homes. OffGrid-Freedom-Utah-Bob Davis Podcast-1067 is about having no cell coverage and the actual freedom that results from being ‘OffGrid’. Garbage Minds Secondly the amount of garbage that our minds are filled with from these phones is epic. Heavy Users Above all I know because […] Read more
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OffGrid Freedom Utah Firstly OffGrid Freedom Utah isn’t about solar powered homes. OffGrid-Freedom-Utah-Bob Davis Podcast-1067 is about having no cell coverage and the actual freedom that results from being ‘OffGrid’. Garbage Minds Secondly the amount of garbage that our minds are filled with from these phones is epic. Heavy Users Above all I know because […] Read more
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Monsoon Musings Late summer means the Monsoon season out west and that means it’s time for some Monsoon Musings. In my case that means midnight between downpours. Up in the mountains in Monsoon-Musings-Bob Davis Podcast 1066. Monsoons Are Not Created Equal Firstly every year out here is different when it comes to the Monsoon. Bad […] Read more
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Monsoon Musings Late summer means the Monsoon season out west and that means it’s time for some Monsoon Musings. In my case that means midnight between downpours. Up in the mountains in Monsoon-Musings-Bob Davis Podcast 1066. Monsoons Are Not Created Equal Firstly every year out here is different when it comes to the Monsoon. Bad […] Read more
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Sacrifice And Nomad Life Above all after nearly two years on the road it’s a good time to talk about Sacrifice And Nomad life. We’ll do it in Sacrifice-And-Nomad-Life-Bob Davis Podcast 1065. Not Forced Firstly this life wasn’t forced on me. Sacrifice Secondly I sacrificed a great deal by making the decision to go on […] Read more
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Bonneville Salt Flats Firstly the Bonneville Salt Flats has a long history. I can only scratch the surface of all that salt in Bonneville-Salt-Flats-Bob Davis Podcast 1064. Kid’s Dream Secondly I have wanted to come to Bonneville since I was a kid. Car Magazines Above all in those days my favorite car magazines almost always […] Read more
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The Real Matrix Firstly The Real Matrix exceeds the wildest dreams of movie makers. Details in The-Real-Matrix-Bob Davis Podcast 1063. Provo Secondly what better place to talk about The Real Matrix than a Walmart Super Center in Provo Utah? Walmart As A Reference Point Above all this kind of place is kind of a reference […] Read more
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The Real Matrix Firstly The Real Matrix exceeds the wildest dreams of movie makers. Details in The-Real-Matrix-Bob Davis Podcast 1063. Provo Secondly what better place to talk about The Real Matrix than a Walmart Super Center in Provo Utah? Walmart As A Reference Point Above all this kind of place is kind of a reference […] Read more
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Dinosaur National Park Challenge Firstly we don’t think about whether getting out of a situation we worry about getting in, right? Learn more in Dinosaur-National-Park-Challenge-Bob Davis Podcast 1062. Getting Out Can Be Tough Secondly getting out of something is often way more challenging that getting in. 42 Miles of Dirt Road Therefore the challenge in […] Read more
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Where Is The Highway To Heaven? The Highway To Heaven is in the Colorado Rockies. I discovered the Highway To Heaven on a trip from Fort Collins to Snowmass Village. Learn more in Highway-To-Heaven-Bob Davis Podcast 1061. House Sitting Even more I seem to have fallen into a couple of house sitting opportunities recently. Fort […] Read more
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Colorado Abundance Firstly talking about Colorado and Abundance these days is a little strange. Learn more in Colorado-Abundance-Bob Davis Podcast 1060. Scarcity? Secondly given all the problems we’re dealing with maybe I should do a podcast about scarcity. But I don’t feel that way. What Is Important Above all in these difficult times we all […] Read more
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Road To Shambala Firstly the road to Shambala took me through the Grand Canyon, Navajo Nation and the San Juan Mountains. Learn more in Road-To-Shambala-Bob Davis Podcast 1059. Obsession Secondly the road to Shambala is all about a bit of an obsession these days. Tired Of The Vice Certainly younger adults are beginning to tire […] Read more
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Pipeline Fire In Flagstaff Arizona Above all I am about 3 miles from the Pipeline Fire in Flagstaff Arizona. However my experiences South of here inform what happened here. Learn more in Pipeline-Fire-Flagstaff-Arizona-Bob Davis Podcast 1058. Coconino National Forest Firstly I was camping in the Coconino National Forest about 20 miles South of Flagstaff. Blatant […] Read more
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Always Something Due to the realities of Nomad Life It’s always something. A phrase we often use but don’t like very much. Learn more in Always-Something-Bob Davis Podcast 1057. On The Move Firstly I am on the move again. Hidden Problems Secondly being on the move often means problems develop that have hidden themselves when […] Read more
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Summer Peace Firstly Memorial Day signals the start of summer in the US and I think we all need to get some Summer Peace in 2022. We’ll talk about it in Summer-Peace-Bob Davis Podcast 1056. I Know The Rules Due to social media I am well aware of all the rules concerning virtue signalling for […] Read more
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Nothing Is Written Firstly it’s time to talk about hard times and to remember Nothing Is Written. Lear more in Nothing-Is-Written-Bob Davis Podcast 1054. Travel Opens Your Mind Secondly I’ve been traveling now for about a year and a half full time. Experience Above all I have experienced a great deal as a nomad. Saving […] Read more
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Post Eclipse Take A Breath Bob Davis Firstly eclipses put out a lot of energy so post eclipse it’s good to take a breath. We’ll do that in Post-Eclipse-Take-A-Breath-Bob Davis Podcast 1055. Front And Center Witness Secondly as a nomad I have been front and center to witness three big eclipses. Scope And Power Of […] Read more
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Trials Tribulations and Victory Firstly if you’ve ever been stuck in the sand you know the meaning of Trials Tribulations and if you’re lucky Victory. Learn more in Trials-Tribulations-Victory-Bob Davis Podcast 1053. Trials Secondly it happened to me just a few weeks ago. Now it was someone else’s turn. Tribulations And it was my turn […] Read more
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Sheer Joy Of GoGoGoGo Firstly been doing podcasts lately on Nomad Backlash so it’s time to talk about the Sheer Joy of GoGoGo. Let’s get into it in Sheer-Joy-Of-GoGoGo-Bob Davis Podcast 1052. Patron Saint Of Nomads Secondly I think it’s fair to day that Jack Kerouac is the patron saint of the nomad experience. On […] Read more
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Nomadlife and #Vanlife Not Pretty? Firstly the snobs and scolds have suddenly discovered #Nomadlife and #Vanlife are not pretty. Is this true? Let’s discuss in #Nomadlife-#Vanlife-Not-Pretty-Bob Davis Podcast 1051. Podcast Series Secondly this is the second podcast for me on the growing backlash to nomad life. The other podcast is here. Success Breeds Contempt Above […] Read more
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Nomad Setbacks and New Adventures Firstly every now and then there are setbacks and new adventures for nomads. They’re unavoidable. Not fun when they happen though. Status update from the road in Nomad-Setbacks-New-Adventures-Bob Davis Podcast 1049. Still On The Road? Everything Is Fine Secondly as long as your rig isn’t at the bottom of a […] Read more
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Kofa Kush Love Most importantly I am all alone in a big wildlife preserve and that’s the essence of Kofa Kush Love. Find out why in Kofa-Kush-Love-Bob Davis Podcast 1050. Shorter Trips Longer Stays Free Camping And of course I am getting used to short trips and longer stays. Certainly free camping is also the […] Read more
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Travel With Higher Prices Back on the road for travel with higher prices. Time to talk about the basic causes of high inflation and what’s ahead for nomads. Revisiting some topics from earlier podcasts. Listen to Travel-With-Higher-Prices-Bob Davis Podcast 1048. Euphoria Back On The Road Firstly even a short trip back on the road delivers […] Read more
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SlabCity USA and The Salton Sea Above all this part of California is not a resort and SlabCity or the Salton Sea is no exception. Details in SlabCity-USA-Salton-Sea-Bob Davis Podcast 1047. Slab City Gets A Lot Of Media Firstly I have seen articles about Slab City USA for years. Hot Springs Even more a person […] Read more
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Nomad Decisions and Stories Above all my nomad decisions and stories are my own. They are not meant as judgements. Learn more in Nomad-Decisions-Stories-Bob Davis Podcast 1046. Not Easy Secondly nobody said it would be easy. Certainly we nomads love to tell the story of how it all went down. Review Lately I have been […] Read more
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Summer Sounds 2022 Immersion Therapy Firstly I think we all need a break from the craziness right now. I’ll give you that in Summer-Sounds-2022-Bob Davis Podcast 1045. Headphones Secondly put your headphones on to listen. Spring Is Here Certainly spring is here. Not In The North But in much of the northern tier winter can […] Read more
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A World Gone Crazy Firstly extraordinary circumstances cause me to break down key issues in a World Gone Crazy. Find out what’s up with me out here in the desert in World-Gone-Crazy-Bob Davis Podcast 1044. Financial Strain Secondly someone needs to explain some facts as our financial system faces significant financial strain. Most importantly this […] Read more
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Winds Of Change Firstly Winds Of Change are blowing. And suddenly media has exploded with prophecy and prediction. I won’t do that. Learn why in Winds-Of-Change-Bob Davis Podcast 1043. Cycles Secondly many cycles are ending all at once. Tough Three Years Certainly we have run the gamut in the last three years. But more is […] Read more
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Vanlife Rest In Peace? Firstly could it be true that #Vanlife will rest in peace? Suddenly the negative tea on nomad life is building. Learn more in #Vanlife-Rest-In-Peace-Bob Davis Podcast 1042. Beautiful Experience Secondly I think the negative stories on #Vanlife hide an otherwise beautiful experience. Nomad Life Therefore in #Vanlife-Rest-In-Peace-Bob Davis Podcast 1042 I’ll […] Read more
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Campfire Is The Nomad Hearth The Campfire is the Nomad Hearth. Therefore we’ll talk about cooking and contemplating the campfire in Campfire-Is-The-Nomad-Hearth-Bob Davis Podcast 1041. Free Camping Is Good Firstly I have been camping around Quartzsite Arizona for several weeks now. Firewood Source And I’ve been buying my wood from a place called Woodstock Firewood […] Read more
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Let’s Talk RV’s Let’s Talk RV’s in Bob Davis Podcast 1040. Attended the big RV show at Quartzsite Arizona recently. Firstly the prices are off the charts. Learn more in Let’s-Talk-RV’s-Bob Davis Podcast-1040. Tent Cities Secondly the best thing about Quartzsite’s peak period are the tent cities. Everything Under The Sun Above all there isn’t […] Read more
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The Uncertainty Principle Firstly the uncertainty principle is about uncertainty in our world these days. Nomads deal with uncertainty every day. For more information check out Uncertainty-Principle-Bob Davis Podcast 1039. New Campsite Secondly as if to pay off on the Uncertainty Principle I had to move to a new campsite this week. Bureau Of Land […] Read more
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Nomad Road Ahead In 2022 Economic trouble for the world could mean good things on the nomad road ahead in 2022. Above all we nomads watch the road and prices for food and fuel. Details in Nomad-Road-Ahead-2022-Bob Davis Podcast 1038. Stock Markets Gone Wild Firstly as I write this the stock markets are going crazy. […] Read more
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Nomadland Goes Hollywood Chic Firstly it sure looks like Nomadland Goes Hollywood Chic these days. Learn more in Nomadland-Goes-Hollywood-Chic-Bob Davis Podcast 1037. Gurus Certainly if you want advice there’s no shortage of gurus on YouTube. What About The Experience However if you want to know what the experience of nomad life is about there’s not […] Read more
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What Kind Of Nomad Are You? Firstly too much advice for nomads kills the vibe. Learn more In What-Kind-Of-Nomad-Are-You-Bob Davis Podcast 1036 it’s time to talk about the independent spirit of being a nomad. Advice Spewing Nomads Secondly we may as well talk about the sudden proliferation of advice spewing nomad ‘gurus’. Disclaimer Most importantly […] Read more
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Gratitude Attitude 2022 Above all we’re living through confusing times so having the Gratitude Attitude in 2022 is the right approach. I’ll tell you all about it in Gratitude-Attitude-2022-Bob Davis Podcast 1035. Thanking Those Who Have Helped In 2021 Firstly I have a lot of people to thank for getting me and the podcast through […] Read more
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Happy Nomad New Year Firstly last year’s Happy Nomad New Year was down on the Arizona Mexico Border. I was alone. This year there will be lots of community and friendship. Learn more in Happy-Nomad-New-Year-Bob Davis Podcast 1034. Long Time Friends Secondly I am joined in this podcast by long time friend John Holland. Considering […] Read more
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Answering Questions While Doing Laundry Firstly have not answered questions from listeners so it’s time to answer questions while doing laundry. Join me in Quartzsite Arizona’s premier laundry for Answering-Questions-Doing-Laundry-Bob Davis Podcast 1033. Listener Questions Secondly Don Anger and his oil field co workers over in Texas contributed many of these questions. Some Answers In […] Read more
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2022 Predictions Firstly my 2022 predictions are detailed in Bob Davis Podcast 1032. They come out every year about this time. Do nomads pay attention? Learn more in 2022-Predictions-Bob Davis Podcast 1032. More To Talk About Secondly there are more things to talk about than predictions for the new year that seldom come true. The […] Read more
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American Dream To Nightmare Above all it seems like we have brought the American Dream To Nightmare and you can learn more in American-Dream-To-Nightmare-Bob Davis Podcast 1031 Not A Rant Firstly this is not a rant about how bad things are. Nomads Are Not Anxious or Exhausted Secondly this is about how anxiety back in […] Read more
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Sick Of Myself Firstly how do you journal? I record voice notes. Then months later I transcribe them. You know where this is going right? After 6 weeks of transcribing I am pretty sick of myself. Learn more in Sick-Of-Myself-Bob Davis Podcast 1030. Inventory and Review Secondly there is no better way to inventory and […] Read more
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I’ll Take The Artists Way Above all I’ll take The Artists Way. Therefore I’ll-Take-The-Artists-Way-Bob Davis Podcast 1029 is about how creative businesses may not respond to the usual business advice. Wearing Two Hats Firstly I have come to the conclusion wearing two hats isn’t always a good idea. For example I’m a Podcaster, Blogger, Writer […] Read more
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Walking The Nomad Labyrinth Above all travel is a meditation so walking the nomad labyrinth is what it’s all about. What’s a labyrinth? Learn more in Walking-Nomad-Labyrinth-Bob Davis Podcast 1028. Mission Firstly when I pulled away from my house over a year ago to start this adventure I didn’t really have a mission. A reason […] Read more
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Lunar Eclipse Radio Firstly some experts say the upcoming Lunar Eclipse might break things. We’ll talk about it in Lunar-Eclipse-Radio-Bob Davis Podcast 1027. Chaos Secondly I don’t think anyone can argue things feel chaotic right now. Making Adjustments To review I’ve talked about how the current economic reality requires nomads to make adjustments. However for […] Read more
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Wearing Out Arizona Firstly I am wearing Arizona out right now. High fuel prices means spending more time in individual states. Learn more in Wearing-Arizona-Out-Bob Davis Podcast 1026. Got A Thing Secondly I have had a thing for Arizona for a long time. Search For The Old West Above all I continue the search for […] Read more
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Celebrating One Year As A Nomad Above all finding the right time and place to celebrate one year as a nomad is a challenge. Sooner or later you just have to record. Therefore listen to the celebration from Scottsdale, Arizona in Celebrating-One-Year-As-Nomad-Bob Davis Podcast 1025. All A Blur Firstly it’s all a blur to me. […] Read more
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Inflation For Nomads You might think inflation for nomads is something we don’t think about. However we nomads might be in the best position to deal with inflation. Learn more in Inflation-For-Nomads-Bob Davis Podcast 1024. Hitting The Road Firstly I have been hitting the road for extended periods of time since 2014. Life On That […] Read more
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Bougie Sedona Arizona Firstly if you like spas, hair and nails, pretentious art and Tortellini then Bougie Sedona Arizona is for you. Learn more in Bougie-Sedona-Arizona-Bob Davis Podcast 1023. A General Store And Shacks For Hippies No More Secondly many remember when Sedona was a General Store and a few shacks where hippies lived. Welcome […] Read more
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Shortage Lies and Damn Lies Firstly I don’t know whether the shortage predictions will come true at some future date. But what I am hearing on the news doesn’t jibe with what I am seeing all across America. Learn why I say this in Shortage-Lies-Damn-Lies-Bob Davis Podcast 1022. Might Be Shortages Secondly I am not […] Read more
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Why I Needed The Great California Reset Certainly my travel can be too ambitious which is why I needed the great California reset. Above all exhausted after a massive near thousand mile circle through Nevada, California and Oregon. Details in The-Great-California-Reset-Bob Davis Podcast 1021. Friends In Oregon Firstly somewhere along the line back in Northern […] Read more
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Coping With Setbacks and Shortages Above all no one ever said coping with setbacks and shortages is easy. You can let shortages and setbacks ruin the travel vibe or stay in the flow. Learn about my latest exploits on the road in Nevada in Coping-With-Setbacks-Shortages-Bob Davis Podcast 1020. Trying To Take My Time Traveling Firstly […] Read more
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Breaking News? Ask A Nomad These days Breaking News is not something you’d ask a nomad about. However I think we might have some insight. Learn more in Breaking News-Ask-A-Nomad-Bob Davis Podcast 1019. Insights on Breaking News Firstly I just finished a podcast with my friend Don and we had some insights on a breaking […] Read more
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I’ll Have A Casa Grande With Caramel Please Above all it’s great to visit friends which is why I say I’ll have a Casa Grande! I’m in Casa Grande Arizona for this podcast with my friend Don Anger. Join us for some freewheeling conversation in I’ll-Have-A-Casa Grande-Bob Davis Podcast 1018. Don Anger Joins The Bob […] Read more
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Nothing Like A Campfire. Nothing! Firstly one of the gems of wisdom from nomad life is There’s Nothing Like A Campfire. Every night. Join me around the campfire in Utah’s Canyon Lands in Nothing-Like-A-Campfire-Bob Davis Podcast 1017. Secondly these days we’re all so stressed out it’s hard to find peace. Two Things Bring Me Peace […] Read more
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RV Entrepreneur Summit 2021 Means Community Most important thing about the RV Entrepreneur Summit for 2021 is community. Learn more in RV-Entrepeneur-Summit-2021-Bob Davis Podcast 1016. Re Examining The Suburban Life Above all it seems to me people are re examining the standard suburban life story more and more these days. Everyone Wants A Way Out […] Read more
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Two Worlds In Snowmass Above all in Two Worlds In Snowmass you’ll get to spend some time with me in my weekend of solitude. Even more we’ll get to talk about the fear and uncertainty gripping American right now in Two-Worlds-In-Snowmass-Bob Davis Podcast 1015. Contemplating a Tale Of Two Cities Most importantly when I am […] Read more
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Live From A Colorado Campsite To Talk About Ghosts Firstly this podcast is live from a Colorado Campsite and we’re gonna talk about ghosts. Learn more in Colorado-Campsite-Ghosts-Bob Davis Podcast 1014. Squeamish? Secondly the only disclaimer I would offer is that some people are squeamish about these things. And others don’t like the whole of […] Read more
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Finally At Rest In Colorado Firstly after a lot of back roads travel I am at rest in Colorado. But it’s hard to catch my breath at ten thousand plus feet. Learn more in Rest-In-Colorado-Bob Davis Podcast 1013. Busy On The Nomad Road Secondly and seriously there’s a lot of work when you’re running your […] Read more
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Discover Your Nomad Purpose Firstly in Discover-Your-Nomad-Purpose-Bob Davis Podcast 1012 I discuss the burgeoning nomad ‘industry’. Caution Judgements Ahead Secondly there are some judgements about the Nomad ‘trend’. Process of Discovery Most importantly I’m very excited about the process of discovery that being a nomad actually is. Manuals Rules Best Practices However we’re seeing the […] Read more
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Nomad Travel During Delta Madness Firstly Delta Madness rules back home but on the Nomad Travel beat it’s different. I’ll tell you how in Nomad-Travel-Delta-Madness-The Bob Davis Podcast 1011. Not Political Secondly this isn’t some political podcast about reading between the lines. No Judgements Even more no judgements on opinions. About Energy Above all nomads […] Read more
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Bay State Ocean State My friend Jack Casey joins the Bob Davis Podcast in Bay State Ocean State. Last in the series of podcasts about New England Travel in Bay-State-Ocean-State-Bob Davis Podcast 1010. Loving New England Most importantly I am surprised at how much I like New England. From New York To Maine Even more […] Read more
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Maine Extreme North Down East Most importantly I am in Maine’s Extreme North heading all the way Down East and you can learn more about the trip in Maine-Extreme-North-Down-East-Bob Davis Podcast 1009. It Was A Quick Tour Of The Northeast Firstly I am taking what started out as a quick tour of the Northeast US. […] Read more
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Let’s Talk About Vermont! Talk about Vermont. Firstly I did not know what to expect when I crossed the state line. My reaction in Talk-About-Vermont-Bob Davis Podcast 1008 Purpose Secondly there was a purpose to this Vermont tour. Interested In Vermont To clarify a family member is interested in Vermont. Wisconsin To Burlington Therefore my […] Read more
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Nomads Navigating Change Above all when it comes to nomads navigating change freedom on the road comes with a cost. Find out more in Nomads-Navigating-Change-Bob Davis Podcast 1007. Embracing Change Firstly when I made the decision to downsize into a 2000 Ford E450 ambulance I was embracing change in a big way. New Life Secondly […] Read more
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Upstate New York Great Lakes First of all welcome to Upstate New York and the Great Lakes region. Above all the back roads on these shores are great. Learn more in Upstate-New-York-Great-Lakes-Bob Davis Podcast 1006. Links For Travelers Secondly while these are not purely travelogue podcasts I do make an effort on this blog to […] Read more
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Go East Young Man Go East Young Man. Certainly I love the west. But I’ve never been to Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine. Ride along with me in Go-East-Young-Man-Bob Davis Podcast 1005. Summer Travel Firstly summer is the time to make this trip. No Drought Here Secondly we’re hearing a lot of drought talk because […] Read more
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Freedom Summer 2021 Wisconsin Most importantly Freedom Summer 2021 Wisconsin is about relaxation. I am live in this podcast lakeside and that is what’s in store in Freedom-Summer-2021-Wisconsin-Bob Davis Podcast 1004. By The Lake Sun down. Fireworks Family and Fun A front row seat to a world class fireworks display. Restrictions Fade Above all as […] Read more
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Finding Happiness In Nomad Life Firstly can you find happiness in nomad life? Learn more about my experience in Finding-Happiness-In-Nomad-Life-Bob Davis Podcast 1003.
Big Subject Secondly it’s a big subject for one podcast. Find more podcasts about nomad life here.
However I’ll give it a shot on a barefoot around the woods and lake.
Survival Life used to be all about survival.
Happiness As A Life Purpose Certainly happiness as a life purpose is a relatively new thing.
Because these days our basic survival needs are easier to address.
But survival is still the primary purpose of life in some places.
Time To Think Finally here at the Wisconsin Base Camp there’s time to think about these ideas.
Find out my conclusions by listening to Finding-Happiness-In-Nomad-Life-Bob Davis Podcast 1003.
New Questions About Nomad Life In addition I still get fun questions about nomad life.
For instance how long am I going to keep doing this.
And what are the negatives of nomad life.
I couldn’t really think of any.
To clarify I would say questions of time and resources play a role.
In addition how fast I need to move around the country to address a business concern.
Opportunities Not Negatives On the other hand I take “negatives” as opportunities.
Life Lessons There’s a life lesson there.
How do you measure happiness?
Higher Vibration In the same vein there’s something about being unbound and unburdened that seems to promote a higher vibration.
In short these days thousands of people are refusing to return to offices.
Hitting The Road Even more many are hitting the road.
They are chucking their old life for the promise of something new.
And we now have the tools to do it!
To sum up that’s what nomad life is all about.
Something Going On Likewise there’s something going on with this nomad ‘thing’.
Americans are definitely more motivated to take control of their lives in a way I have not seen before.
Taking Back Our Power Moreover we don’t have to be a nomad to take back our power.
For many it’s making the decision to continue to work from home.
Or a pretty rad cabin in the woods.
Meaning and Happiness In short the search for happiness and meaning in life is intensifying.
Back Roads In conclusion I find meaning on the back roads and it’s pretty great.
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Mount Rainier to Sioux Falls in 4 Days Firstly I don’t like to travel this fast but I just rolled from Mount Rainier to Sioux Falls in 4days. Learn more in Mount-Rainier-Sioux-Falls-4Days-Bob Davis Podcast 1002.
Amazing Secondly it was an amazing trip.
Game Changer In Sioux Falls Most importantly I had a game changing business meeting in South Dakota that solved my connectivity problems in one fell swoop. In addition I’ll be telling you more about this fix in future podcasts.
Oregon Coast To Washington State But it was a great trip up the Oregon Coast, to Washington’s Mount Rainier then across the Yakima Valley.
Idaho to Montana Even more Idaho and Montana take the cake.
Grasslands And the grasslands of North Dakota!
South Dakota In 100 Degree Heat Finally the trip across South Dakota in one hundred degree heat was one for the books.
One Day to Minnesota and Wisconsin Further still a quick one day trip across Minnesota to Wisconsin for Father’s Day 2021.
Fading Restrictions and Burgeoning Optimism Across America Above all a trip across the northern tier of the United States at a time when Covid restrictions are beginning to face for the time being, and people seem more optimistic.
Record Visitors At The Parks Certainly the national parks have record visitors and are packed while the National Forests and Bureau of Land Management campgrounds are deserted.
Lassen Mount Shasta and More Moreover I was able to enjoy Lassen National Park and Mount Shasta before quite an adventure in the Rogue River Siskiyou National Forest in Oregon.
Logging roads, coast line, rain forests, arid valleys and more.
Back Roads Forever To clarify I am struck by how much running across the country this way on back roads is similar to binge watching a series on HBO or Netflix at the height of the pandemic last year.
Travel Velocity Certainly I wonder if I am one of the few nomads moving across the country at various levels of travel velocity, covering so much ground all on the back roads.
How Far and How Fast To sum up I wonder how the rest of the my nomad friends listening and reading this blog travel. How far and how fast.
Running Fast Can Be Fun In short I’ll say it again. I don’t like to travel this fast. It’s exhausting. But it can be fun as well.
In the same vein I hope listeners and subscribers enjoy some of the stories and experiences from this mega trip.
Plans Change In addition I’ve changed my plans a bit, I think, for the rest of the summer.
Details in Mount-Rainier-Sioux-Falls-4Days-Bob Davis Podcast 1002.
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Master Trekker Dave ‘Glider’ Kiel Above all Dave Kiel is more than a Master Trekker. Fifty years in the Sierras is a lot of experience. Find out why in Master-Trekker-Dave Kiel-Bob Davis Podcast 1001.
Rare Interview Most importantly The Bob Davis Podcasts is not about interviews.
A Great Story And The Personality To Tell It But every now and then I encounter someone with a story and the personality to tell it.
Eastern Sierra Story From A Master Trekker’s Perspective Firstly I met Dave in the Eastern Sierras at a desert campsite.
Secondly once Dave and I started talking I grabbed my recorder.
A Life In These Mountains Certainly spending most of your life in these mountains is worth a conversation.
Pacific Crest and John Muir Even more hiking the Pacific Crest Trail and the John Muir more than once should cause any trekker to sit up and take notice.
More Than Trekking However we talk about more than hiking or trekking.
Car Culture For example Dave feels strongly about today’s ‘car culture’ and puts himself to the test by going nomad, without a car. Learn more in Master-Trekker-Dave Kiel-Bob Davis Podcast 1001.
Great Western Loop With No Car That is to say Dave “Glider” Kiel is in the process of a great western loop trek using public transportation, the kindness of friends and his thumb.
Today’s Selfie Culture In addition we talk about today’s trekkers and their quest make the fastest time hiking trails or grab a selfie and go home.
Getting Into Nature and Learning Skills On the other hand Dave says, people want to get into nature. They want to see the sights and learn outdoor skills.
Decades On The Trail In the same vein this is a person who possesses skills honed from decades on the trails and in the Sierras.
The Story How he got where he is is a big part of the story.
Certainly Dave owns a vehicle. A very nice ‘little custom built camper’.
However he’s going car free on this thousands of mile trek to make a point.
Attached To The Desert To sum up I love the west. Especially the desert. And these mountains are incredible.
Wide Range Of Experiences Finally I certainly realize there’s a wide range of experiences you can have out here.
Learning Learning something from someone who’s been part of this landscape for at least fifty years is one of them.
(Editor’s Note: In This podcast I refer to Dave as Dave GILDER Kiel. His nickname is in fact GLIDER. Sorry about that Dave! To find out how he got his name visit his blog by following the links above.)
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Celebrating My Onethousandth Podcast Firstly when I imagined celebrating my one thousandth podcast I did not think I would by high in the Sierras. Come on up to where the flavor is in Celebrating-My-OneThousandth-Podcast-Bob Davis Podcast 1000.
Much Different Secondly Celebrating-My-OneThousandth-Podcast-Bob Davis Podcast 1000 is a much different podcast than my 500th podcast celebration.
Key Decisions Drive Content Most importantly my decision to go on the road permanently and share those experiences has driven my podcasts since last October.
Details Details Listen for more details.
Nomad Experience These days it’s all about travel and the nomad experience for me.
Best Yet Moreover this is the best experience I’ve had yet.
Thanking Listeners And More Therefore I have to thank listeners, sponsors and contributors that made this all possible.
Peak Experiences And I plan to continue sharing this peak experience with subscribers and listeners going forward.
Setting For Podcast 1000 In addition there is the setting for this podcast.
Empty Campsite In The Sierras On A Weekend Even more there is a story of how I came to be in an empty campsite in the Sierras on a weekend no less.
Patience Certainly patience played a role.
Ask For Help However the longer I am out here the more I realize there is a spiritual component to this effort.
That is to say sometimes you ask for help and you get it.
To sum up I needed a deserted campground to drag all my equipment out by the fire and do a podcast.
And I got one!
Getting The Campfire Ready So this podcast was recorded outside as I got my campfire ready.
Blowing My Own Horn? Finally it may surprise some to hear me say I don’t like ‘blowing my own horn”.
Proud But I am proud of my one thousand podcasts.
In short you can crank out a thousand podcasts in about three years if you do one every day.
At least that was my plan when I started.
Unique Content Subsequently I realized what was needed was unique content in every podcast.
Above all if anyone wanted to listen to all one thousand podcasts they would find one thousand unique takes on all kinds of subjects.
Podcasting Helping Me Grow In conclusion one of the things I am most happy about is how podcasting helped me grow.
Passion Even more how this passion for podcasting led me from one place in life to another.
And the best is yet to come.
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Death Valley Solitude Above all the lessons you learn on the road is the value of solitude, especially in Death Valley. The trip out of LA to the park and much more in Death-Valley-Solitude-Heaven-Bob Davis Podcast 999.
Questions About My Experience Certainly people ask questions about what life is like as a nomad.
First of all one of the best questions came from a good friend recently.
What lessons have you learned on the road?
Secondly I had to really think about that one.
Bustle Of The City Subsequently I spent a week with friends and family in the LA area. Mobile Podcast Command needed service. Between having six or seven people in the house and three kids it was hectic to say the least.
Seeking Solitude Consequently rather than head up the Pacific Coast I sought the solitude of Death Valley.
Hub Bub Is Good To clarify I’d just say I think travelers need the normalcy and hub bub of family life every now and then.
So Is Solitude However I have come to rely on the solitude this life brings. I’ll share why in Death-Valley-Solitude-Heaven-Bob Davis Podcast 999.
Enter Death Valley What better place to enjoy it than in the vastness of Death Valley.
Desert Meditation These days the more time I spend in the desert the more I value the whole thing as a sort of meditation.
Rock and Hot Wind To sum up I don’t need incense and chanting. I just need to see rock, sand and feel the hot wind.
Modern Life? Moreover it seems to me that much of what we take as the essentials of modern life is pretty much nonsense.
Conversation Especially conversation.
Mountains and Canyons For example, gossip, politics, movies and TV shows all pale in contrast to the view into a Death Valley canyon from a mountaintop.
Deep Conversation Most importantly it makes me wonder why conversation isn’t deeper.
Search For Meaning How important certain people are to us.
What the meaningful things in life really are.
Why People Seek Out The Wilderness In addition I used to wonder why so many Van life and nomad people seek out the wilderness.
Now I know.
Learning Something About Solitude Further at the edge of these mountains and throughout my nomad travel experience I’ve learned something about solitude.
Pleased To Meet You In conclusion the thing I’ve learned is you meet yourself on the road.
Everyday People And, above all, some amazing everyday people.
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Nomad Base Camp Los Angeles Firstly greetings from nomad base camp Los Angeles. Where do nomads go for rest and refit across the country. I have some ideas in Nomad-Base Camp-Los Angeles-Bob Davis Podcast 998.
San Diego Mountains To The Beaches of Southern California Secondly what would one of my travel nomad podcasts be without some details on my latest travel through the San Diego Mountains to Southern California.
Still Love The Desert Certainly my time in the desert has convinced me to return as soon as possible.
Mountain View But what a trip across the San Diego mountains in to the San Diego metro. (Editor’s note: I keep referring to this route as ‘522’ when in fact it’s S22. A county highways through the mountains and well worth the time)
Campsite On The Beach On Friday? Pure Comedy! Let’s just forget about the fruitless search for a campsite on the beach on a Friday night!
Routes and Ideas For Your Road Trip Even more I’ll give you the routes and some details of a spectacular drive through these mountains in Nomad-Base Camp-Los Angeles-Bob Davis Podcast 998.
Suspension Service In LA Most important to this podcast is my story of getting suspension service in the Los Angeles area.
New Shocks! For instance I needed new shocks on Mobile Podcast Command.
21 Year Old Truck Packs Surprises However driving a 21 year old truck comes with its own set of surprises.
Major Upgrades To sum up my truck had a major upgrade at a great place and I couldn’t be happier.
A Mission To Find More Base Camps Consequently I am on a mission to find so called base camps around the country where I can go for reliable and complete service.
Rest and Recuperation Even more rest, recuperation and refitting.
Epic Battle Of The Salton Sea Flies Moreover there’s some great stories in this podcast including my epic battle with flies at the Salton Sea.
It’s Always Something In conclusion there aren’t too many nomads out here with brand new RV’s that don’t break down or have problems.
It’s always something.
Smoothing The Road Subsequently having resources across the country can smooth the road considerably.
Go With The Flow Above all there’s still a need to go with the flow.
All About The Experiences When we push too hard we miss opportunities to have great experiences.
Enriching Life Most importantly we miss out on developing great relationships that enrich our lives.
Sometimes in the most unlikely places.
Quit Your Bitching About California Finally i know there’s a lot of bad press these days about California.
However I still think it is truly the Golden State.
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Depth Of Nomad Experience Above all time to reflect on the depth of this nomad experience in Quartzsite-Arizona-Mojave-California-Bob Davis Podcast 997.
Personal and Real Firstly I’ve focused on keeping these podcasts personal and real.
Experience Secondly it’s all about my nomad journey and experience.
Quartzsite Certainly there’s something special about the moon like Bureau Of Land Management site at Quartzsite.
Nomadland Maybe that’s why it was the setting for the Oscar winning movie Nomadland.
Special To Me In addition it’s special to me.
Find out why in Quartzsite-Arizona-Mojave-California-Bob Davis Podcast 997.
Began My Journey Here In short I had only felt I had begun my journey back in January, here in Quartzsite.
Relaunch Therefore being back here adds emphasis to the idea of relaunching these travel nomad podcasts.
California Moreover moving on to California from the Western edge of Arizona feels great.
Renewed Sense of Freedom And Wonder That is to say my sense of freedom and wonder is renewed.
Mojave National Preserve Most importantly this podcast is live from Quartzsite and from a beautiful site up in the Mojave National Preserve.
New Discoveries In the same vein how I got here and new discoveries are always on the docket.
However these aren’t really travelogue podcasts.
A Deeper Sense of Thinking For instance one of my goals is to give listeners and subscribers a sense of how a nomad’s thinking changes over time.
Sense of Time To clarify something happens with our sense of time when we travel.
New Schedules Likewise as a lifelong night owl I have been surprised by my early to bed, early to rise travel schedule.
Creature Comforts And creature comforts on the road are so simple they’re a surprise to find.
Review and Reflection So as this whole project starts anew it’s time for review and reflection.
Mojave To sum up no better place for that than up in the Providence Mountains of California.
Euphoria To Frustration Finally life as a nomad can euphoric one minute and frustrating in the next.
Likewise in normal life.
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Grand Canyon Southwest Masterpiece Firstly the Grand Canyon is a Southwest Masterpiece. Learn more in my podcast from the Desert View Campground in Grand-Canyon-Southwest-Masterpeice-Bob Davis Podcast 996.
Blowing Through It Secondly I think far too many people blow through the Canyon on a one day junket.
Certainly if you only have one day that’s one thing.
Vast Experience However the Grand Canyon is a vast experience.
And if the traveler can take their time with it, all the better.
Got Lucky Above all I got lucky. I rolled up to a full campground and managed to get a two day reservation.
Paradise As a result I was able to spend two nights that felt like a week in paradise.
500 Feet From My Campfire For example can you imagine having the south rim of the Grand Canyon less than five hundred feet from your campfire?
Moreover this national park just turned one hundred in 2019.
But it was closed in 2020. So I rolled into a campground that’s been closed for about a year.
Desert View Watchtower During my stay on the south rim I fell in love with the Desert View Watchtower.
Sunsets In the same vein the gathering of visitors and campers every night for the sunsets was a great experience.
Returning To A Sense Of Nature and Optimism Most importantly I think we all need time like this to return to a sense of nature and optimism.
For example there’s something about the rock, desert flora and fauna and the trails.
Sense Of Freedom Meanwhile we’re not feeling the sense of freedom the Grand Canyon evokes, these days.
But we want to.
We need to.
Night Time Walk Through Live…And Some UFO’s Learn more in my night time walk through the campground in Grand-Canyon-Southwest-Masterpeice-Bob Davis Podcast 996.
Come Alive Similarly when you’re staying at the park for any length of time you come alive.
Different Vibe Certainly you realize this is a different feeling from the vibe at the mall, doctors office, and especially in traffic.
To sum up it’s a special place.
Finally thanks to great camp hosts, and everyone working very hard to get the place open and ready for summer.
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Is New Mexico The American Tibet? Above all the states I’ve visited New Mexico feels like the American Tibet. Details in New-Mexico-American-Tibet-Bob Davis Podcast 995.
Not Really Tibet But… Firstly I am not suggesting at all that a US State would actually BE Tibet.
Lots Of Travel However I’ve traveled a lot.
Secondly I never spent too much time in The Land Of Enchantment.
The Land of Enchantment For Sure
Certainly now I have begun to understand why New Mexico owns that motto.
Mountains For example the Manzano mountains. Not the first thing you’d think of when you consider New Mexico.
Sunsets On the other hand driving through these mountains and sunset was a mind blowing experience,
History In addition maybe it’s the history in the state going way back.
Unique Experiences But if the middle part of the state isn’t your thing there are other unique experiences waiting.
Albuquerque I mention it but then, there’s Breaking Bad. So…
Roswell and Taos Of course Las Cruces, Roswell, Santa Fe, and Taos.
Heading North and West To clarify I took 285 North out of Roswell. connected up with 60 West, then to 41 North.
Hey Wait! This Is Like…American Tibet! After riding along these US and State Highways I started to come to the conclusion New Mexico has a sort of Tibet like quality.
Vistas For instance wind swept vistas at any time of the day. And the most mysterious of all, White Sands.
National Forests During this part of the trip I ended up in national forest campgrounds in the Cibola, all the way up to the northern part of the state in the Carson National Forest. Not to mention some of the best Bureau Of Land Management sites I’ve seen anywhere.
Amazing.
Travel’s Real Value Finally I’ve certainly talked about the value of travel.
Wander Without A Schedule And yes, sometimes it feels spiritual. Especially when you can wander without a schedule.
In the same vein it’s the wandering.
Forget The Gotta Haves Just Go Moreover the wandering without worrying about getting somewhere or the ‘gotta haves’ in life.
Happy Accidents In conclusion sometimes those happy accidents make all the difference in the world.
To sum up I have never been to Tibet.
Meditation However the wind, mountains, sunsets and the solitary nature of my own personal travel plans brought the Land of Enchantment up a notch in my mind.
Vast Distances and Views Most importantly remember New Mexico travelers are dealing with vast distances. In addition a long history.
Overall a very different experience.
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West Texas Buddy Holly History Firstly there’s a lot of history in West Texas including Lubbock’s Buddy Holly Center. Nomad friend Don Anger joins me to talk about it all in Buddy-Holly-West-Texas-History-Bob Davis Podcast 994.
Still Heading West I am certainly continuing my nomad travels, heading west.
West Texas And there is no more West than West Texas.
Firstly as I move west the roadside markers slowly change from historic periods.
Secondly the wind.
Boom and Bust In addition the boom and bust nature of Texas. Especially West Texas.
Therefore you come across whole towns that have been abandoned over the years.
Those Highways Even more highways that seem to go on forever.
Music and History Collide On the other hand Don is a music guy.
As a result Buddy-Holly-West-Texas-History-Bob Davis Podcast 994 is a nice balance between the two.
Unique Nature Of Texas Most importantly I think we both realize the unique nature of an amazing place called Texas.
Influence Of Lubbock In conclusion how interesting it is that someone who had so much influence hails from Lubbock Texas.
Twentieth Century Experience To clarify this town in West Texas exemplifies the twentieth century experience in the west.
Ranching Oil Business That is to say ranching, oil, rail roads, cowboys and grassroots business people.
Buddy Holly Finally from road side markers and ghost towns to Buddy Holly.
A lot worth talking about.
There’s a Feeling You Get Most importantly there’s a feeling you get out here. For example the sky. Wind. Heat.
In short something about this place calms me down.
All About Distance Could be the distance from one destination to another. Might be the seemingly lonely places you pass through.
But you’ll never forget West Texas.
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Beating The Travel Blues In Arkansas Firstly you would be forgiven for wondering why I would even need to beat the travel blues in Arkansas. Above all other places. But the travel blues can bite you in the ass without warning. Learn more in Beating-Travel-Blues-In-Arkansas-Bob Davis Podcast 993.
Goal Oriented Secondly we live in a goal oriented culture.
Need Must Do Or Die Want to becomes need to. Must do. Do or die.
Relentless More importantly when I’m pursuing a goal I can be relentless.
Frustrated Consequently I found myself in Arkansas the other day, frustrated and ticked off.
Preconceived Notions About The Day To clarify I had this image in my head of just how the day was going to go. I would end up at the perfect campsite, right by the side of the road!
Arkansas Certainly I had meticulously planned my transit through Arkansas.
Coffee Filters? And then I ran out of coffee filters.
Haywire As a result my day went haywire.
Off Intention…Off Course In short I ended up on a highway I never intended to be on and wasn’t sure where I was going.
Change Your Attitude Brah On the other hand it ended perfectly. Find out how in Beating-Travel-Blues-In-Arkansas-Bob Davis Podcast 993.
Ride Up Front With Me Even more in this podcast you get to ride up front with me!
Lessons Learned In the same vein there are many lessons I learn on the road.
Where’s The Fire? For one thing I can forget I don’t have a tether and I don’t need to press on as though there’s no tomorrow.
How I Learn Moreover this is how I can learn lessons that have applications to every day life.
Bliss Isn’t Always As Easy As It Looks In addition though I talk about travel zen, reaching that state of bliss isn’t always as easy as I think it will be.
Ouachita National Forest Finally I had to shift gears as I headed through the gorgeous Ouachita National Forest on my way to Dallas, Texas.
Short But Complex In conclusion this is a short podcast about a complex issue.
Plans? To sum up what happens when life doesn’t quite go the way we planned and expected?
We Don’t Need No Stinking Plans In short sometimes the best things in life are the results of mistakes and miscalculations.
Now About Those Coffee Filters! Or because someone runs out of coffee filters.
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Nomadland Reaction and Review Above all I am not a movie critic but I am a nomad and I did see the movie Nomadland, so here’s my reaction and review. Learn more by listening to Nomadland-Reaction-Review-Bob Davis Podcast 992.
Have You Seen It? In addition my listeners want to know if I’ve seen Nomadland.
Not An Action Movie First of all we’re drowning in an ocean of super action hero movies.
It’s Real And That’s Why It’s Great Therefore it’s easy to see why Nomadland is winning so many awards.
Did I Say Real? Firstly this is a movie about a very real topic.
American Workers Crisis Companies that disappear. Workers who are thrown away and forgotten.
Struggles Secondly some people struggle with grief, loss and other issues.
Forced Into Nomad Life or Freedom? Consequently I can be forgiven for thinking the main character in Nomadland is ‘forced’ into life as a nomad.
However not everyone agrees with my assessment.
How Do You Do it? In addition I often get questions from people about “how I do it”.
Cue The Raised Eyebrows from Dad Furthermore Nomadland will only intensify raised eyebrows and questions of concern.
Certainly the movie got that right.
Life With No Tether I’ve already discussed life with no tether.
Not Instagram In short let’s just say Nomadland isn’t the movie version of the Instagram Van Life feed.
To sum up that is why it’s a great movie.
Real Nomads Most of the people in Nomadland are real nomads.
Life Doesn’t Pack Neatly Into A Box And there are elements about their lives and experiences that aren’t neatly wrapped up in a box
We Don’t All Have Brand New Sprinter Vans Or summed up in that Instagram pic of that young sun kissed blonde woman and her boyfriend taking a shower on the back of their one hundred thousand dollar Sprinter Van.
Bureau Of Land Management Camping Isn’t Yellowstone Even more let’s not forget the golden sunset on gorgeous beaches and fantastic vegan meal spreads.
Sense Of Freedom But the movie gets the sense of freedom right.
Your Experience May Vary In conclusion Nomadland is not every nomad’s experience.
My truck is heated.
Pan frying steaks is my specialty. Obviously I eat meat. Not soup out of a can.
I don’t use a bucket.
This nomad gets along just fine in truck stops.
Diesel #2 is pretty awesome fuel.
A New Trend Finally mobile workers and a nomad lifestyle may be the coming thing for many reasons.
If you’re considering it don’t let the movie scare you away.
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Hey! When Your Passion Calls Answer The Call First of all I am so excited to be back on the road and answer the call. Life is short. When passion calls. Answer! Details in Answer-The-Call-Bob Davis Podcast 991.
Back Roads Secondly I travel back roads unless there’s an emergency.
Amazing Two Lane Highways Therefore in Answer-The-Call-Bob Davis Podcast 991 I also review amazing highways. This time I’ll look at some two lane options between western Virginia and south central Kentucky.
Life and Death Most importantly if you follow the podcasts you know I’ve been dealing with the aftermath of my mom’s death.
Clarify I mention this experience to clarify some key conclusions in this podcast.
Moving On Certainly I don’t plan on belaboring this topic in coming podcasts.
Family Stuff Is Over Above all I’ve been in Virginia for three months dealing with family stuff.
Back On The Road As a result I was chafing at the bit to get back on the road.
Strong Passion In addition the idea of following your passion feels very strong for me these days.
Answer The Call Even more when your passion calls, answer the call.
Life Feels Long In the same vein life feels like a long experience.
Vibe Sometimes we wonder why we do anything at all. Especially when we aren’t vibing with it.
And of course we all have to do things we don’t want to do.
But I’m here to endorse the idea that doing something we don’t want to do for very long is not a good idea.
But Life Isn’t Long Furthermore we don’t how long we have to create on this plane.
Geeked Finally I am super Geeked about getting back out here.
Learn From The Road. A million things to talk about and a million more things to see and learn from.
More From The Road So, more podcasts in the near future and more from the road.
Head West Finally the plan is to head west with some visits here and there.
Ups and Downs In conclusion following our passion isn’t without its ups and downs.
Smoothing It Out However answering the call really does smooth out the good and bad days.
Here’s To… Here’s to the sunny days, warm sun, and open road. And the Blue Ridge Parkway!
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Nomad Relaunch Going West Next Above all it has been a minute or two and now it’s time for a nomad relaunch to go west. Details in Nomad-Relaunch-Go-West-Bob Davis Podcast 990.
Florida and Outer Banks First of all, just returned from my trip to Florida and along the Outer Banks.
Podcast Avoidance In addition I avoided doing a podcast for at least week.
Coming To The End Of Family Work Most importantly we were coming to the end of our work here in Richmond related to family.
No More From The Driveway Podcasts Secondly it did not feel right to me, doing another spate of podcasts from my mom’s driveway in Richmond.
Back On The Road Consequently I made the decision to get back on the road.
Questions About Nomad Life Meanwhile time for a podcast with some of the questions people keep asking me about my decision to go nomad
Future Travel And some plans for future travels.
Normies With Questions For example people wonder why I don’t “live somewhere” and travel for a few weeks and “come home”.
We’re Worried About You Moreover I’ve been told people are “worried” about me.
Getting The Nomad Thing Explained Finally it’s clear the so called normal world just doesn’t get the nomad thing.
No Half Million Dollar RV For Me Certainly I did not sell a big house and buy a half million dollar RV. Nothing even close.
Actually Having Fun However people I’ve met actually having fun are driving aged trucks in various states of disrepair.
Flight Of Fancy Lots of flights of fancy in Nomad-Relaunch-Go-West-Bob Davis Podcast 990 to clarify some of these ideas.
Pure Freedom Through Forever Travel In the same vein there’s really nothing that compares to the feeling of pure freedom which is part of travel without having to come home, because you are home.
Are We Really Free? In short I wonder whether we are truly free in this country.
Burdens Burdened with debt.
Uncomfortable Forced to work in situations we don’t feel comfortable in.
Restrictions Restricted in one way or another these days.
We Can Drive If We Want To In conclusion for the time being the one thing we can do is drive. See the country when, where and how we want.
I can’t wait to head back out.
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