Behind-the-scenes stories, adventures and advice from our MDC Camping and Caravanning Community. We believe the journey is just as exciting as the destination when you escape with confidence!
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Part of the DWA! (Driving While Awesome family), Camping While Awesome is focused on car camping, vintage utility, and adventures off the beaten path.
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‘Adventure Before Dementia’ is a radio show for camping enthusiasts. Whether you like staying in caravan parks or bush camping, be it up the river, along the coast, discovering unsealed national parks or more remote outback explorations, ‘Adventure Before Dementia’ is your weekly dose of escapism. Hosts Anita & Mike Pavey have worked as photo-journalists for some of Australia’s most popular 4x4, camper trailer and caravan publications. They have travelled widely including a 13-month Big Lap ...
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Welcome to Simple Camping where we explore the joys, sorrows, and adventures of camping in the great outdoors in a simple and real way. Brought to you by the creators of the Amazon documentary "Historic Camping and Teardrop Trailers" and OverlandTrailer.com
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It's pretty self-explanatory. But if you want some more detail: It's like a movie magazine/diary you listen to instead of read. Come sit with me, Daniel Berrios, and let's talk film. It's always a good time. Twitter: @TheMovies_Pod
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RV Dreaming makes RV Live Easy! Whether you are full-time, part-time, or sometimes, we give you the tricks of the trade from other full-time nomads on how to live your best RV Life! If you are considering full-time or part-time RV Life or VanLife, or just want to know what life is like living on the road as a nomad, this podcast is for you. Join and follow your host Stuart from StuartDoingStuff on Instagram as he documents and shares his journies, and his experiences, and provides tips and t ...
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Fun talks about lite-weight camping trailers, truck campers, stories from people who camp, dealership and manufacturer perspectives, RV training & technology.
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The only podcast that shares life lessons through cars, because every car tells a story. Every car tells a story. Your first car, your second car, the car you own now. We talk to everyday people about 2-3 about their most beloved or hated cars with a mix of automotive news, and the history of the cars, manufacturers, and designers. American history, automotive history, your history. Learning to drive, road trips, getting together.. Join your friends, family, and neighbors from across the US ...
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S3E33. Happy Campers (2024) dir. Amy Nicholson
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Don't forget to rate & review the podcast! -- I love the hell out of this movie. Amy Nicholson's HAPPY CAMPERS (available on VOD September 10th) sees the denizens of a waterfront Virginia RV park through the last days of their working-class summertime paradise: "The Armpit of America," as lovingly described by a couple in the film. These folks, of …
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Simplified RVing or Bring It All?! episode 200
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If camping was supposed to be simple, and we're supposed to reset from all the hustle and bustle... what's going on with all the gadgets, gear, and trinkets we've amassed for travel? Is it all running away with us? Are we able to get the rest we are chasing?By RV Small Talk
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Aimee and John Russell - '70s Chevy Malibu, 1973 Oldsmobile 98 Custom, 1972 Datsun 240Z, 1998 K2500 Diesel Suburban Camper-edition + Teenage Rebellion, Classic Car Tales, and Lighthouse Restoration
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Click here to send a text to Christian and Doug What if your teenage car could tell tales of rebellion, life lessons, and the bonds of friendship? This week, we’re thrilled to welcome Aimee and John Russell, who are here to share their nostalgic high school memories, their unique first cars, and the friendships that have shaped their lives. Join us…
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S3E32. Alien: Romulus (2024) dir. Fede Alvarez
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Don't forget to rate & review the podcast! --- ALIEN: ROMULUS feels like a self-proclaimed victory lap for the almost-50-year-old franchise, blending elements from each movie (the greatest hits, some might say) to make an installment to please every ALIEN fan. From the COVENANT cultists to the ALIEN 3 truthers, there's a piece here for you. However…
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S3E31. Gladiator II Trailer Breakdown | Listener Request
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Two years ago, I fulfilled a listener request from my friend Resa to review Ridley Scott's GLADIATOR (Season 1, Episode 37). It only makes sense, then, her next request was for me to talk about the trailer for GLADIATOR II!I love Ridley Scott flicks and this trailer hints towards another notch in the belt of successes for one of our greatest living…
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RE-Cast! Stick-n-Tin vs Aluminum & Fiberglass RVs | episode 199
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One of our best episodes is about the ways RVs are constructed. If you're in the market for a trailer, it is great to know how they're put together and what you can expect from an owner's experience. We'll tell you!By RV Small Talk
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S3E30. National Anthem (2024) dir. Luke Gilford
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Luke Gilford's debut feature NATIONAL ANTHEM sees Charlie Plummer (LEAN ON PETE, ALL THE MONEY IN THE WORLD) as Dylan, a 21-year-old ranch hand who starts his journey of self-discovery through the age-old catalyst of meeting a girl. In this case, the girl is Sky (Eve Lindley), a rodeo performer who's part of a wider community of queer rodeo lovers …
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Joe - 1971 VW Westfalia, 1989 Chrysler Conquest TSi, 1994 Mazda Miata + Road trips to New Mexico
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Click here to send a text to Christian and Doug Ever wondered what it’s like to grow up with cars deeply woven into your family history? Join us as we step back in time with our special guest, Joe, and explore generations of car enthusiasts in his family. Hear about his grandfather, a World War II veteran who not only worked at Ford, drove a Model …
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A Better Backup Camera for Your RV with Brand Motion | episode 198
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A grainy image and useless footage when you need clarity the most are the biggest complaints for rearview and backup camera owners. Brand Motion is upping the equipment game for RV owners, so you get the images and features that make life easier and safer. Let's talk about what Brand Motion Cameras are doing!…
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S3E29. Interview | ELIZABETH TAYLOR: THE LOST TAPES Director Nanette Burstein
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Academy Award-nominated Nanette Burstein's latest film ELIZABETH TAYLOR: THE LOST TAPES sees the director sifting through 40 hours of previously unheard interviews to build a portrait of actress and philanthropist Elizabeth Taylor using her own words. Taylor presents as a woman who suffers no fools, whether they be paparazzi demonizing her affair (…
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Trailers Under 3,500 Pounds with Bathrooms episode 197
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You know what your tow capacity is and you know you want a bathroom in your trailer. Are there any quality options out there for you? Are they worthy of your hard-earned dollar? Will you, your loved ones, and your stuff fit? Let's look at camping trailers under 3,500 lbs. that include bathroom facilities!…
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Jim Gravina - 1980 Z28 Camaro, 1998 Chevy Cavalier, 2014 Mazda 6, 1981 DeLorean + Magic Tricks!
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Click here to send a text to Christian and Doug What if the car of your dreams was just a few miles away, waiting for you to discover it? Join us as we kick off Season 2 of "To All the Cars I've Loved Before" with our special guest, Jim Gravina. Jim takes us from his roots in Syracuse, New York, to Northern Virginia, weaving in stories of his early…
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Last episode, I interviewed the director of A QUIET PLACE: DAY ONE, Michael Sarnoski. In preparation, I watched all the movies in the trilogy and figured it was a good time, six years removed from the first film, to talk about the franchise as a whole - pregnancy, an Irishman's Southern accent and the mighty skill of one Lupita N'yongo. --- Follow …
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RV Batteries & RV Solar with Renogy Experst episode 196
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As RV battery and RV solar technology continue to develop, it's always good to get experts in the studio to help us, as normal users, grasp the ins and outs of the gadgets and gizmos we're putting in our RVs. So, we have product and implementation gurus from Renogy joining us this week for a good discussion on the tech and the products that are cur…
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28 years ago, PJ and Richard purchased a small local RV manufacturing business named Princess Craft. Since that time, the business has thrived and expanded, and family has always been in the mix. Today, PJ talks with Lindsay and Sue Ann about what it's like to work together at Princess Craft as a family and as co-workers.…
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Danielle aka Dee - 1989 Chevrolet Celebrity, 1996 Honda Civic, 2009 Hyundai Santa Fe, 2006 Honda Accord + Family Bonds, Teenage Rebellion, and Emotional Journeys
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Click here to send a text to Christian and Doug Ever wondered how a simple car could shape a family's bond and individual passions? This week on "All the Cars I've Loved Before," we're joined by a guest who's near and dear to us —Christian's sister Danielle, or Dee, as she's affectionately known. Dee unpacks the origin of her nickname and shares so…
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S3E27. Interview | A QUIET PLACE: DAY ONE Director Michael Sarnoski
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Today, I interview Michael Sarnoski, the director of the new horror movie A QUIET PLACE: DAY ONE. This is the prequel to the A QUIET PLACE franchise where humanity has adapted to live as silently as possible to survive an alien invasion. You make a noise, you get eaten. But what if you don't know that? What if it's the first day the aliens land on …
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Overlanding is Just Another Way to Enjoy the Journey | episode 194
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The urge to get out there and explore the world is common to many of us, but it's always worthwhile to expand our thoughts on how we travel to break out of a rut... or to get into one. We brought in Chris Devereaux, an integral part of the Texas Overland community, to talk about this way, or lifestyle, that so many people have gravitated to. The id…
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Richard McCuistian - 1963 Chevrolet Corvair, 1958 Volkswagen Bug, 1967 Volkswagen Squareback Type 3 + MotorAge Magazine contributor with 19k YouTube Subscribers + Car Repair Tips and Vintage Car Stories ...
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Click here to send a text to Christian and Doug Ever wondered how a car enthusiast could turn a hobby into a thriving YouTube channel with 19,000 subscribers? Meet Richard, our special guest with a wealth of experience in auto mechanics, teaching, and digital content creation. In this episode of "All the Cars I've Loved Before," Richard shares his …
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Campers Without Bathrooms... Would You Rather? episode 193
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Interested in a camper that doesn't have a bathroom? It's usually a clear yes or no when considering an RV purchase. People quickly, almost without thinking, give a clear response to the question, "are you looking for something with a bathroom? But, there are lots of options out there that are sold every year with the "feature" of being designed wi…
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S3E26. Hundreds of Beavers (2024) dir. Mike Cheslik
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Mike Cheslik's HUNDREDS OF BEAVERS feels like a small miracle: an homage to Looney Tunes silliness shot in black & white without dialogue. The beavers hunted by bumbling drunken applejack-turned-fur trapper Jean Kayak (Ryland Brickson Cole Tews) are all represented by Disney World-style costumes (yep, big heads and cartoon faces). Hell, every anima…
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100% Electric RVs and What You Need To Know | episode 192
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Fully electric RVs are already on the scene, and we're all for the developing technologies that make it possible. But, you don't simply camp and travel the same way with an all-electric rig as you have been with standard electric and propane equipment that we're all used to. This week, we explore how you have to know and think about things just a b…
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RV shoppers are on the hunt for the best deal more than ever in 2024. They won't be deterred from finding a camper that will work for them, but they will search and apply pressure for the very best deal they can get on a model that fits their needs. So, where are the value deals? Are the best prospects in the new or used RV markets?…
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Chris Oliver - 1990 Toyota Celica GT, 1992 Honda Prelude Si, 1990 Dodge Spirit, 2019 Subaru WRX + Racing Tales, Vehicle Mods, and Noise Law Debate
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Click here to send a text to Christian and Doug Relive the excitement of acquiring your first car as our inaugural guest for season 2, Chris Oliver, recounts several unforgettable car experiences beginning with his maroon 1990 Toyota Celica GT, complete with chrome wheels and a giant spoiler. Picture this: a 17-year-old Subway "sandwich artist" is …
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S3E25. Angelika Film Center in Plano, TX Closes After 20 Years
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My favorite movie theater, the Angelika Film Center in Plano, TX, closed its doors this week after 20 years of operations. I feel like a piece of me closed along with it. Let's discuss. Follow The Movies on Twitter: @TheMovies_Pod End Song: "Hero" - Family of the Year
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EP 11 - His vs Hers - The Complete OffGrid Camping Packing List
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Ever wanted to understand the thought processes of His vs Hers when it comes to packing for an offgrid camping trip? We thought we’d throw the challenge out there to our Marketing Manager, Sam Moorehouse and Podcast Host, Melissa J Scott, both avid campers and both pretty convinced that their way is the right way when it comes to packing for the ul…
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Today's RV World and Our Hopes | episode 190
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In his episode, PJ and Clint discuss the current RV industry landscape in the first half of 2024. Also, they discuss the directions they think and hope manufacturers will go with product development.By RV Small Talk
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EP 10 – Entrepreneurial Journey: From Market Direct to MDC Campers and Caravans - Vaughan Hindley
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“When you can afford it, get people into your business that are good at doing things that you're not good at doing, or things that you don't want to do. For instance, I don't want anything to do with accounting. So, I have good accountants in my business that take care of all that work. Where I want to play is product development and marketing. Tha…
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Kat DeLorean - 1972 Mercedes SL, Chevrolet Camaro Z28, 1998 Pontiac Trans Am WS-6, 2002 Ford F-150 Harley Davidson edition
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Click here to send a text to Christian and Doug In our Season 1 finale, our humble co-hosts have a special episode to share as automotive royalty cruises in with none other than Kat DeLorean joining Christian and Doug on the show. She regales our team with reminisces, observations and big block banter about her life and times. From cybersecurity to…
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Ep 09 - How To Concept and Produce A New Range of Caravans // Forte SR On-Road Series
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Hello and welcome to OFFGRID DOWNUNDER. Today we’re chatting with James Field, General Manager of Commercial and Product at MDC Campers and Caravans, and the Owner, Vaughan Hindley. We spoke with them at length about MDC’s latest achievement - the launch of a brand-new range, the Forte SR Series On-Road Caravans. James is an expert in product devel…
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Click here to send a text to Christian and Doug In our final preview leading up to the full episode with Kat DeLorean, she tells us about the time that everyone in the gym froze when she mentioned that she did not know how to drive a stick shift. But John DeLorean couldn’t let this continue, so he drags her home and gave her the keys to his manual …
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Demystifying Truck Campers | Episode 189
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To many in the RVing world, Truck Campers are the most confounding segment of the RV market. The questions are many, and all too often dismissive answers like "you wouldn't understand" or "you either get it or you don't" are where conversations leave off. That doesn't have to be the case! Let's pull the veil back and get a clear view of what makes …
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EP 08 - James Field – Why MDC FINALLY Made an On-Road Caravan - Launching Our Forte SR Series
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“While we've built our reputation on award-winning off-road 4WD models, we recognize the need to venture into a new market to better serve our customers. After all, not everyone's journey leads them off the beaten path. Our goal with the Forte SR Series is to offer something different, something tailored to those who seek the comfort and convenienc…
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Brian Paone - Ford Tempo, 1970 Dodge Challenger, Dragsters, The Smoking DeLorean DMC-12
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Click here to send a text to Christian and Doug Our podcast is about learning life lessons through cars, so who better to have as our guest on this episode than Brian Paone, a man who makes a living writing stories as a successful, published author which he used to fund his dream car purchase. Brian comes from a family with deep automotive roots; g…
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Preview Trailer - Brian Paone talks himself out of buying his dream car
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Click here to send a text to Christian and Doug Here's a preview trailer of our upcoming episode where author, musician, father, and detective, Brian Paone, talked himself out of buying a Delorean. Please follow the show on your favorite Podcast platform to be the first to hear the entire episode when it drops tomorrow. https://podcasts.apple.com/.…
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Brian Paone - The Ford Tempo, Preview Trailer
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Click here to send a text to Christian and Doug If you enjoy the intersection of life stories and cars, you'll want to hear the Brian Paone episode on our podcast, "To All The Cars I've Loved Before," dropping early next week. Remember to subscribe/follow the podcast for updates. For now, here's a bonus trailer about Brian's first car! https://podc…
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EP 07 – Daniel Easton – ‘MDC Family’ and Review of his XT19HRT
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Nothing sums up the relationship that members of the ‘MDC Family’ share more than these three simple words “We can help”. Today on the OFFGRID DOWNUNDER podcast, we chat with the MDC AUSRV Owners Group ‘Head Honcho’, Daniel Easton, as he dropped into the Brisbane Warehouse on his way through to attending a recent MDC tagalong trip in Northern NSW. …
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Click here to send a text to Christian and Doug In our preview leading up to the full episode with Kat DeLorean, she tells us how her dad, John DeLorean, felt about her 2002 Harley Davidson edition Ford F-150. --------- Keep following the podcast on your favorite platform to hear new content and be alerted when the full episode with Kat DeLorean dr…
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