The Small Truck Campers Show (Spencer)
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| 11 Feb 2023 | Episode 1: An intro, and an Interview with @AToyotaCalledAmeila | 01:15:01 | |
Welcome to the Small Truck Campers Podcast! In this episode, we have an introduction by the founder of @SmallTruckCampers who gives us an insight into how the account was started, what the goals are, and how the future looks. Then we have the pleasure of Tyler from @aToyotaCalledAmeila on the show to talk about his journey with his Toyota and what the future has in store! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 20 Feb 2023 | Episode 2: Deciding what camper is right for you and an interview with Bogui Campers | 01:02:19 | |
In this episode, I discuss some things to consider when looking for a camper and what realistic prices are given the current market. In the second half I sit down with Kristian Bolster, one of the founders of Bogui Campers, to talk about their design, their approach to an affordable camper, and the joys of a simple shell build out. Enjoy! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 27 Feb 2023 | Episode 3- How do I start Small Truck Campering? Plus an interview with Kit Campers! | 01:16:29 | |
Welcome to episode 3! In this episode, we dive into what it takes to start Small Truck Campering- from tires, to tie downs, and how to navigate a search engine using key words. If you are new to campers then this is the place to start! In the second half, we talk to Phil from Kit Campers, who talks us through his design, his #DIwhynot approach for camper plans and how you can make your own solid camper on a budget! Enjoy! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 24 Mar 2023 | Episode 4! A conversation with Kenneth Tjay! | 01:14:51 | |
In this episode, we sit down and have a conversation with Kenneth Tjay, a Small Truck Camper enthusiast who also runs a media company and has spent the better part of the last 4 years traveling around Bali, Thailand, Mexico, and the US. We talk about not waiting for the perfect moment, traveling during a pandemic, and piecing together working and traveling to allow you to make the most of your adventures! I hope you enjoy our conversation! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 03 Apr 2023 | Episode 5: An conversation with Jonathan Yentch | 01:25:45 | |
Welcome to Episode 5! In this episode, we welcome Jonathan Yentch for a lengthy conversation about all things Small Truck Campers. Jonathan has been running a successful YouTube channel for a long time but transitioned to doing YouTube full-time a few years ago. He focuses on camping, cooking, and his channel really captures the more candid and less glamourous moments of what camper life is all about, which has led to his likeability and success on YouTube. Please sit back, relax, and enjoy Episode 5! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 21 Aug 2023 | Episode 6: Welcome back! A conversation with Gabe, founder of Baja Agave Expeditions | 01:32:11 | |
Welcome back! Thanks for your patience, and I'm excited to have you all back! In this episode, I discuss what has been happening the past 4 months, and share with you some exciting announcements about the Instagram, the podcast, and the website. In the second part of the episode, I have Gabe Erivez, the founder and operator of Agave Expeditions, on as a guest. Gabe talks about his time as a guide in Patagonia, Iceland and now his company that offers guided tours of Baja California, Mexico which focus on the history, people, and bio-diversity of this amazing landscape. It is an inspiring and exciting story, and I think you will enjoy! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 19 Sep 2023 | Episode 7: A chat with Amy and Martin from El Truckito | 01:15:16 | |
In this episode, we catch up with Amy and Martin who are living, working, and traveling out of their truck camper "El Truckito" as they travel all through South America. They share some awesome stories, tips, and methods for living on the road out of a Small Truck Camper! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 16 Oct 2023 | Episode 8: Interviewing the founder of Wasatch Overland | 01:05:18 | |
Welcome to Episode 8 of the Small Truck Campers podcast! In the first half, I share my thoughts on Northern Lite's revival of the 610 model and share an embarrassing story of damaging my mint camper. Then, I get to sit down with the founder and creator of Wasatch Overland out of Salt Lake City, Utah, which specializes in importing Tuffport products for all rigs, including their entry into the Small Truck Campers market. We dive into entrepreneurship and starting a business, the advantages of a fiberglass camper and what makes Wasatch Overland unique! This is a fun episode- tune in and enjoy! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 13 Nov 2023 | Episode 9: Staying warm this winter and a nice chat with @BisonOverland! | 01:18:45 | |
Welcome to episode 9 of the Small Truck Campers podcast! I share some exciting news about new merch we will release soon, and then I dive into different options to heat your camper this winter! For our Camper Creator spotlight, we sit down and chat to Drew from @BisonOverland to discuss how the company started, where its going, construction materials, and changes to the industry. This is a deep episode so grab your favorite campfire beverage and let's hit the road! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 20 Nov 2023 | Episode 10: Talking with Dakota from @Little.Rig | 00:59:48 | |
Welcome to Episode 10 of the show! In this episode we go over some funny comments from a reel I posted then get serious and sit down with Dakota, the creator of @Little.Rig, a small truck camper in the back of a 1989 Toyota Pickup. We discuss her upbringing, life on the road, the build process, and future plans! So sit down, grab your favorite campfire beverage, and let's hit the road! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 27 Nov 2023 | Episode 11: An Interview with Luke from @RadicaProducts | 00:49:35 | |
Welcome to Episode 11 of the Small Truck Campers Show! In this episode, we quickly dive into a conversation with Luke, the founder of @RadicaProducts, known for their "Moonlander" aluminum camper. Luke has a lot of insight into how the company was formed, their design philosphy, and what sets them apart, so grab your favorite campfire beverage, and let's hit the road! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 04 Dec 2023 | Episode 12: Chatting with Micah from @OverlandUnderbuget | 00:56:05 | |
Welcome to Episode 12 of the Small Truck Campers Podcast! In this episode, we sit down with Micah from @OverlandUnderbudget and talk to him about his background, his inspiration, and how his epic rig all came to be! He has an interesting background and it was amazing to hear how his ethos of "just go for it" has paid off. This is a conversation that you don't want to miss! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 22 Jan 2024 | Episode 13: The Dalton Highway, Trapped in Thailand, and Defining Success with Chris Clemens from @Tarzan.Camps.With.Terk | 01:09:05 | |
Hey everyone! Welcome back to another exciting episode of The Small Truck Campers podcast! In this episode, we reflect on 2023, talk about some plans for 2024, and make some exciting announcements regarding the community! Then, I am joined by Chris Clemens and we discuss his upbringing, quitting his job at 26 to hike the Appalachian Trail, living in a Honda Element, Traveling in his Tacoma, being trapped in Thailand during Covid, and much much more! This episode will take you on an epic adventure, so grab your favorite campfire beverage and let's hit the road! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 05 Feb 2024 | Episode 14: Chatting with Stan Kennedy from @FourWheelCampers | 01:28:57 | |
In this episode, I take a trip out to Four Wheel Campers HQ in Woodland, CA, and sit down with Stan Kennedy, an employee of over 20 years and often referred to as the "Historian". We discuss all things campers, including changes he has seen while working in the industry, I find out what happened to Six Pac Campers, and we dive into what makes Four Wheel Campers such a strong company and staple in the community! This episode will take you on a journey of camper history, new players, and where the industry is going so grab your favorite campfire beverage, and let's hit the road! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 19 Feb 2024 | Episode 15: Overcoming alcohol, seeking wellness, and tools for anxiety with Rebekah Waters | 01:07:08 | |
Welcome to Episode 15! My guest today is Rebekah Waters, a Certified Nursing Assistant who uses her custom small truck camper to travel from job to job while chasing powder and outdoor adventure. We dive into what drove Rebekah to pursue this life, her struggles with anxiety and alcohol abuse, and how she now uses these lessons learned to help others. So- grab your favorite campfire beverage, mine is a N/A IPA, and let's hit the road! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 04 Mar 2024 | Episode 16: Let talk Insurance! | 00:54:59 | |
Welcome to Episode 16! I sit down with Insurance Guru and Small Truck Camper enthusiast David Hampton to talk all things insurance! There is a lot of confusion surrounding Small Truck Campers and insurance policies, how to get coverage, etc, and we dive deep into these questions. We also talk bout Baja insurance, and how to get coverage for upgrades you make to your truck and camper! This episode will have you feeling much better about the world of insurance, so grab your favorite campfire beverage, and let's hit the road! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 18 Mar 2024 | Episode 17: Takin' It Slow to South America with @Just.Trav.Lin | 00:57:58 | |
Welcome to Episode 17 of the Small Truck Campers Podcast! In this episode, I catch up with Travis and Linsay who are on month 15 of their journey to the tip of South America in their Tacoma and Four Wheel Camper. Taking their time, they have found the "hidden gems" in every country visited, have a proven plan for border crossings, and experienced the thrill of volcano boarding. This is a fun episode, so grab your favorite campfire beverage, and let's hit the road! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 08 Apr 2024 | Episode 18: Enjoying Morning Coffee with Sean, the CEO of @TuneOutdoors | 00:47:10 | |
Tune Outdoor has produced what Outdoor Magazine claims is the best lightweight truck camper that they have tested. The images of their M1 camper are stunning, with vast window panels and a futuristic and open design. In this episode, I enjoy some morning coffee with Sean, the President and CEO of Tune Outdoor. We talk about his vast background, his travels, companies he has worked for, the beginning of Tune Outdoor, and what makes them so unique. So, grab your favorite campfire beverage, and join me for some morning coffee and awesome conversation. Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 22 Apr 2024 | Episode 19: Overcoming All Obstacles with @AllAbilitiesOverland | 00:51:55 | |
This episode of the Small Truck Campers Podcast features an in-depth conversation with Channing Cash, also known as Wheel Channing, who shares her motivational journey from a life-changing incident at age three to embracing the outdoors as an adventurous spirit with a passion for exploration. Channing's story takes us from her early days in Laos, through a harrowing escape to the United States, and onto her discovery of the freedom found in wheelchair-adaptive sports, camping, and contributing to the community. The episode touches on themes of resilience, the importance of accessibility in the great outdoors, and how embracing one's individual path can inspire others facing similar challenges. Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 20 May 2024 | Episode 20: Make Your Own Path with @HiatusCampers | 00:45:35 | |
Join me in this exciting episode as I chat with Erin and Tyler, the innovative founders of @HiatusCampers, a game-changing truck camper company. Discover their inspiring journey from humble beginnings, camping in the back of a Tacoma with just a camper shell, to the revolutionary idea sparked by a rained out climbing trip: creating a hard-sided pop-up camper. Hear about their first production models crafted in a barn and their transformation into a cutting-edge operation in Bellingham, Washington, utilizing state-of-the-art technology to create top-notch campers. This is an episode you won't want to miss, so grab your favorite campfire beverage, and lets hit the road! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 01 Jul 2024 | Episode 21: "I did it my way" with Josh Martin | 00:58:35 | |
Join me in episode 21 of the Small Truck Campers podcast as I chat with Josh Martin, the visionary behind 'The Cream Puff' camper. Discover Josh's journey from shaping surfboards to creating an innovative, lightweight truck camper. Recorded live from the Six Pack Campers Mobile Podcast Studio, this episode dives deep into Josh's design inspirations, building processes, and adventures. Don't miss this engaging conversation filled with fun stories, practical tips, and insights into both the surf and overland communities. Grab your favorite campfire beverage, and let's hit the road! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 15 Jul 2024 | Episode 22: Make the next better than the last with @ToyotaWorldRunners | 01:02:48 | |
Join me in this exciting episode as I chat with Matthew and Stacey of Toyota World Runners. Discover their incredible journey through South America via the Pan American Highway in their custom-built Chinook camper. Learn about the challenges they faced, their unique experiences, and get insights into the build and travel life. From their beginnings on Vancouver Island to touching every corner of Latin America, this episode is packed with adventure, vivid storytelling, and invaluable travel tips. So, grab your favorite campfire beverage and lets hit the road! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 12 Aug 2024 | Episode 23: Close Calls, Following your Gut and Never Stop Moving With Chef Adam Glick | 00:57:19 | |
In this episode I talk with Chef Adam Glick, known for his "Adventure Chef lifestyle" and his new book 'Live Free and Eat Well.' Adam discusses his global upbringing, culinary journey, and career on yachts. He shares captivating stories of traveling and near death experiences highlighting the importance of preparation in nomadic life. Our convo also delves into Adam's current ventures, including his Adventure Chef brand, rigs and homestead, as well as future plans! In our conclusion, Adam shares with us a favorite camp meal that is super easy to make! This is a great, edge of your driver seat episode, so grab your favorite campfire beverage, and lets hit the road! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 16 Sep 2024 | Episode 24: You Can't Fake Being a Cowboy! A deep dive with Pete and Tyson owners of Capri Campers | 01:08:32 | |
Live from Capri Campers headquarters in Bluffdale, Texas! In this episode, I talk to Pete and Tyson D'Acosta, the father and son team who are running Capri Campers. I talk to Pete about the history of Capri, their ties to rodeo, and how they were able to get some campers on the set of Yellowstone! I then talk to Tyson and how he has helped streamlined Capri's offering of campers and the debut of their Mini . From private rodeo gatherings to campers for Taylor Sheridan (creator of Yellowstone), this episode has it all, so grab your favorite campfire beverage and let's hit the road! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 14 Oct 2024 | Episode 25: Charging it in a EV Small Truck Camper with Sam Jett | 01:01:37 | |
Recording for the first time from the Capri Campers podcast studio and community development center, welcome to episode 25! In this episode, we talk to the winner of the Fall Giveaway and we talk about the upcoming Rig Round-Up on Nov 2nd. Afterwards, we have our guest, Sam Jett, who shares his experience using an electric Rivian truck and a Radica camper for a trip across the West Coast. Sam offers insights into EV advantages and challenges, and we discuss all the intricacies surrounding the EV movement. This is an electric episode, so grab your favorite campfire beverage, and lets hit the road! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 12 Nov 2024 | Episode 26: Topo Topper Talks with the founder, Thomas | 00:58:32 | |
In this episode, we dive deep into a discussion with Thomas from Topo Toppers, a company dedicated to creating durable and dependable truck campers. We cover the evolution of Topo Toppers, from building the first campers in a small garage to operating a larger facility in Ventura, California. Thomas shares insights into their robust build process, the company's adaptability to customer needs, and future plans. The episode also introduces Topo Toppers' latest model, the Rincon, and highlights their ongoing commitment to quality and customer satisfaction. This one is filled with humble beginnings, good decisions, and a whole lot of faith- so grab your favorite campfire beverage, and lets hit the road! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 06 Jan 2025 | Episode 27: Peak Performance Campers | 00:57:26 | |
Happy New Year and welcome back to the Small Truck Campers podcast! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 21 Jan 2025 | Episode 28: From NASA Engineer to Overland Innovator with @Wabi_Sabi_Overland | 00:45:48 | |
Episode 28: Journey from NASA Engineer to Overland Innovator with Michael Fuchs | Join me as I chat with Michael Fuchs of Wabi Sabi Overland. In Part 1, we chat about his time at NASA and his transition from working on NASA's Shuttle program to creating amazing overland vehicles. We talk about different projects including his Unimog build and expedition to the Arctic Circle and how thjat journey led to the inspiration for his next project. This one is a great story, so grab your favorite campfire beverage and let’s hit the road! To follow Michael's adventures check out his Blog here and his instagram here! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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| 03 Feb 2025 | Episode 29: Part 2, the Jeep Build with @Wabi_Sabi_Overland | 00:33:48 | |
Join me in this exciting chat with Michael Fuchs, aka Wabi Sabi Overland, about designing and building two unique Jeep campers during the pandemic in an airplane hanger. Michael talks the challenges of transforming a Jeep into a lightweight, composite camper and the adventures that followed. Whether you're into overlanding, vehicle design, or just enjoy a good adventure story, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Grab your favorite campfire beverage, and let's hit the road! Like the Podcast? Want to support it? Hit the donate button below or on Venmo @SmallTruckCampers! Every little bit helps keep the community going! Special Thanks to our Supporters of the community:
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