StressLess Camping podcast

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A podcast for anyone who wants to make their next RV and camping experience a StressLess Camping adventure. With road trips, RV tips, RV hacks, destinations, deals and ways to make the journey easier Peggy and Tony Barthel's weekly campfire chat, along with their guests, is a great way to enjoy some StressLess Camping.

  • 39 minutes 39 seconds
    Preventing RV Fire Disasters - RV podcast 353

    There is no such thing as too much fire safety. That's why we asked Chuck Thompson from eFire USA to join us for this week's StressLess Camping RV podcast. EFire USA provides fire suppression systems like we have never seen before.

    We got to check out a preproduction sample of a new RV, and Tony is reading a book that he shares with us.

    You can find this week's podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0353

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping.

    2 April 2026, 9:35 am
  • 34 minutes 48 seconds
    Learning about Loves Travel Stops - RV Podcast 352

    You're going to Love this week's StressLess Camping RV podcast - in fact you might think it's a total gas. This week we were fortunate to speak with Jim Wheeler from Love's - known for truck stops, fuel stations and now RV stays too! We learn how Love's is making their stops more RV-friendly with amenities RVers will…uh…Love.

    We also got to see one of the most beautiful destination trailers we've seen - at least to our eyes.

    You can find this week's podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0352

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping.

    26 March 2026, 9:54 am
  • 30 minutes 37 seconds
    Getting Prescriptions on the Road - RV podcast 351

    Have you ever had trouble refilling a prescription when on a road trip? This week, we are speaking to Shane and Steve from Refill Genie who introduce a stressless way to get a prescription refilled, using just your computer and a pharmacy near your location.

    Plus, we visited a lot of Goofy USA destination on our Route 66 adventure, and we tell you about one of those destinations: Oatman, Arizona.

    You can find this week's podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0351

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping.

    19 March 2026, 9:57 am
  • 33 minutes 11 seconds
    Healing through Camping - The Care Camps Foundation - podcast 350

    Long-time KOA campers may recall seeing information about Care Camps. While KOA still greatly supports Care Camps, they no longer felt they could adequately manage them and that's where Care Camps Foundation comes in. This week we learn how Care Camps Foundation supports children with cancer, by funding specialized camps. Jenna Berneck tells us about how the Foundation gets funding, and about the team of people needed to help children feel like normal kids during their treatment.

    You can find this week's podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0350

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping.

    12 March 2026, 5:50 pm
  • 28 minutes 43 seconds
    Route 66 from Homolovi to Home-a-lovie - podcast 349

    Route 66 through Arizona and New Mexico offers a lot of interesting history, sights, people and places that are well worth visiting. We share our experience celebrating the centennial of Route 66 through Arizona and New Mexico in this week's StressLess Camping RV podcast.

    We drove from Homolovi State Park to Albuquerque, this many great adventures and beautiful places along the way. We saw old gas stations, Motels, and cafes, and fun towns that really embrace Route 66 culture and history.

    You can find this week's podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0349

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping.

    5 March 2026, 10:21 am
  • 28 minutes 7 seconds
    Route 66 from Kingman Homolovi State Park - podcast 348

    Route 66 through Arizona offers a lot of interesting history, sights, people and places that are well worth visiting, including the longest remaining unbroken stretch of original Route 66. We share our experience celebrating the centennial of Route 66 in this week's StressLess Camping RV podcast.

    We drove from Kingman to Peach Springs, then on to Homolovi State Park. Along the way we saw a giant head, lots of old gas stations and cafes, and fun towns that really embrace Route 66 culture and history. We got to tour caverns and drive right down to the Colorado River on the western end of the Grand Canyon.

    You can find this week's podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0348

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping.

    27 February 2026, 1:58 am
  • 30 minutes 41 seconds
    Route 66 from Barstow to Kingman - podcast 347

    Route 66 from Barstow, California to Kingman, Arizona offers a lot of interesting history, sights, people and places that are well worth visiting and we share our experience with them in this week's StressLess Camping RV podcast.

    We cover things like the Bagdad Cafe, Mrs. Orcutt's Driveway, Amboy Crater, Roy's Amboy Motel (we stayed there!), Goffs and Kingman, Arizona. We even finally got our first brewery in of the trip - amazing!

    We also had a tacky soda challenge and, believe it or not, teriyaki beef soda wasn't the worst.

    You can find this week's podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0347

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping.

    19 February 2026, 9:44 am
  • 29 minutes 14 seconds
    RVing Route 66 from Santa Monica to Barstow - podcast 346

    Join us on our Route 66 adventure! This week we traveled the mother road from Santa Monica pier to the Barstow area. We hope you enjoy our photos, videos, and memories as we celebrate 100 years of Route 66!

    You can find this week's podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0346

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping.

    12 February 2026, 11:56 pm
  • 29 minutes 14 seconds
    Celebrating 100 years of Route 66 - podcast 345

    Happy Birthday, Route 66! We speak with Bill Thomas from the Route Centennial Project about some of the best activities and must-see events happening to celebrate the 100 year anniversary of Route 66. From insider tips to must-see events Bill is the go-to guy for tips and tricks to get your kicks on 66!

    You can find this week's podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0345

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping.

    5 February 2026, 12:44 pm
  • 22 minutes 11 seconds
    Making the most of the Quartzsite Experience - podcast 344

    What's your best tip for camping off the grid and visiting Quartzsite? Whether it's for a week or a whole season these tips might help you turn your off-grid adventure into StressLess Camping.

    You can find this week's podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0344

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping.

    29 January 2026, 10:01 am
  • 30 minutes 20 seconds
    RV Warranties Explained - podcast 343

    What does an RV warranty cover? How do you know what to choose? This week on the StressLess Camping Podcast we talk to Kevin Jeskey from America's RV Warranty. His presentation at the Quartzsite sports vacation and RV show is so great that we've asked him for a "private viewing" to share with all of you.

    When you think your black tanks stinks, maybe it's really your red tank. We hear from Wil at Liquified about grey tank smells and how to avoid them.

    You can find this week's podcast at our home on the web or wherever you enjoy getting podcasts: https://www.stresslesscamping.com/podcast/0343

    The StressLess Camping podcast is a weekly RV podcast with information, tips and tricks to help every RVer and camper enjoy some StressLess Camping.

    22 January 2026, 9:24 am
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