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Mega-Road-Trip-2025-Bob Davis Podcast 1159
Mega Road Trip California 2025
I 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 Roadtrip
In the first place I’ve learned doing Roadtrips with hell bent for leather travel isn’t so great.
Low and Slow
Most importantly if the traveler has the time low and slow is the way to go.
2 Months From California to Oregon
For example I plan on tak
Oversharing-Nomads-Ruin-Travel-Bob Davis Podcast 1158
Oversharing Nomads Ruin Travel
Do 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.
Opportunity
Certainly the world is full of opportunities for Discovery and Exploration.
Nomad Life
And I discuss these subjects in relation to nomad life.
Documenting Experience
However recently I have noticed almost every place and experience has already been documented wit
Off-Grid-Yuma-BLM-Bob Davis Podcast 1157
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 Quar
Nomad-Winter-Escape-Adventure-Bob Davis Podcast-1156
Nomad Winter Escape Adventure
Firstly time for a Nomad Winter Escape Adventure. Details in Nomad-Winter-Escape-Adventure-Bob Davis Podcast-1156.
Winter Break Up North
Secondly right about now just about everyone in North America is looking for a winter break.
Polar Vortex
Certainly the arrival of the Polar Vortex and Winter Storms are key.
Cold In The West Too
In addition even out west it’s cold in the higher elevations.
Nomads
Equally important is the need for nomads for warm days and nig
Adventure-Freedom-History-Bob Davis Podcast 1155
Adventure Freedom History
Adventure, 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 Sierras
Firstly 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 California
Secondly I am doing this podcast as I exit the freezing northern reaches of Lo
2025-High-Vibe-Death-Valley-Bob Davis Podcast 1154
2025 High Vibe In Death Valley
It’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 Maximum
I 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 Park
Of course this is the largest National Park in the Lower
Hella-Truck-Stop-Nation-Bob Davis Podcast 1153
Hella Truck Stop Nation
It’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 Vegas
Firstly 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
Freezing-My-Ass-Big-Bear-California-Bob Davis Podcast 1152
Freezing My Ass In Big Bear California
Freezing 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 Change
Firstly after trying several mechanics in LA I discovered no one wants to take the big old ambulance on for an oil change..
Forget LA
Secondly I called in an audible.
As a matter of fact my Brother and Sister in Law have a pl
MoochDocking-Thanksgiving-LA-Bob Davis Podcast 1151
MoochDocking Thanksgiving In LA
MoochDocking 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 Holidays
Firstly 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 Away
However I was 100 miles away from my brother in
Joshua-Tree-National-Park-Bob Davis Podcast 1150
Joshua Tree National Park
Joshua 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 Not
Of 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 Parks
Equally important is the fact that I am growing partial to National Parks.
Grand Canyon and now Joshua Tree
Of
Values-Principles-All In The Family-Bob Davis Podcast 1149
Values and Principles are All In The Family
Firstly 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 Viewer
Secondly the idea for this podcast came from a YouTube viewer.
Principles
To 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 principle
Four-Years-On-The-Road-The-Bob Davis Podcast 1148
Four Years On The Road
Four 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.
Halloween
Four Years ago on Halloween I left my emptied duplex in Minnesota for a life on the road.
Full Time
In nomad and RV parlance it’s called ‘full time’.
Travel
I 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’s
By all means I am
Las Vegas-Joshua Tree-Bob Davis Podcast 1147
Las Vegas To Joshua Tree
Firstly 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 Travel
Most importantly I have been thinking about traveling more lately.
Roll With The Punches
Altogether sometimes you just have to roll with the punches.
Water and PC’s Don’t Mix
Although this may be true when you spill water on your PC unexpectedly it stirs the pot to say the least.
But i
Quartzsite-Bullseye-Bob Davis Podcast 1146
Quartzsite Bullseye
What’s a Quartzsite Bullseye. Check out Quartzsite-Bullseye-Bob Davis Podcast 1146 for all the details.
But I’ll fill you in.
Content Creators
To begin with content creators thrive on active audiences that watch and listen to their content…
And subscribe.
Grateful
Above all we are grateful for the listens, views and subscriptions.
We’ll Take The Help
In short anything that can help our fledgling channels grow.
Active Audiences
Significantly every now a
Montana-Yellowstone-Idaho-Bob Davis Podcast 1145
Montana Yellowstone Idaho
Firstly 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 Monument
Secondly 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.
So
What-Makes-Your-Soul-Happy-Bob Davis Podcast 1144
What Makes Your Soul Happy
Above 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 Question
Firstly none other than Joseph Campbell suggested that as time goes on and we age we’re left with this question.
This Question Is Dangerous
Certainly when we’re young we don’t make the time for these kinds of thoughts,
Even more a thought like what makes your
State-Of-The-Summer-2024-Bob Davis Podcast 1143
State Of The Summer 2024
Firstly 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 Summer
Certainly it has been a busy sum
Winning-With-Procrastinaton-And-Laziness-Bob Davis Podcast 1142
Winning With Procrastination and Laziness
All 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 Overwhelmed
Furthermore I am seeing plenty of posts from disaffected workers about how overwhelmed we feel.
Natural Man
Therefore in this podcast I first consider Natural Man or Ancient Man.
Chiefly the original hunter-ga
Is-OldSchool-SocialMedia-Dying?-Bob Davis Podcast 1141
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 Issue
Even more we’re starting to see media regarding this issue.
User Experience
Another 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 begin
#Nomadlife-Lessons-Part-Two-Bob Davis Podcast 1140
#Nomad Life Lessons Learned
Firstly #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 Anarchy
Secondly #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 You
The lifestyle chiefly depends on the individual.
For instance what you need and what work
#Nomadlife-Lessons-Part One-Bob Davis Podcast 1139
#Nomadlife Lessons Part One
Altogether 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 Mind
In #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 ab
No-Politics-Better-Path-Bob Davis Podcast 1138
No Politics A Better Path
Firstly 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 Content
Or any podcast or YouTube video I do.
In fact this has been my policy for more than three years now.
Metamorphosis
To clarify a metamorphosis f
Wisconsin-Time-Warp-Bob Davis Podcast 1137
Wisconsin Time Warp
Firstly 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 Days
Secondly after 60 days on the road and six thousand miles of nomad travel I was due for a rest.
High Energy Auroras
However something about the auroras jacked me up!
Subsequently
Six-Thousand-Miles-Backroads-Part2-Bob Davis Podcast 1136
Six Thousand Miles of Back Roads Part2
Above 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.
Florida
Firstly 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
Six-Thousand-Miles-Backroads-Part1-Bob Davis Podcast-1135
Six Thousand Miles Backroads Part 1 Of A Series
I’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 Wisconsin
Firstly I talk about the routes I’ve taken from Arizona to Wisconsin by way of several states.
From the Southwest
Secondly it all started in Quartzsite Arizona.
To clarify I spend my winters in the Southwest.
To The Sou
Birthplace-Of-Country-Music-Museum-Bob Davis Podcast 1134
Birthplace Of Country Music Museum
Firstly 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 Talk
Secondly we’ll walk and talk through the Birthplace Of Country Music Museum.
Musical and Historical
Most importantly much of the museum is musical and historical.
And it is focused primarily on audio.
Featured Sounds Headphones
Unhappy-#Vanlifers-Doing-It-Wrong-Bob Davis Podcast 1133
Unhappy #Vanlifers Doing It Wrong
Are 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 Coverage
Firstly I have rarely seen positive coverage of the nomad experience.
Hard Life
Secondly the recent Wall Street Journal piece reports on a few #vanlife people complain about how hard the life is.
Instagram
And say Instagram has it all wrong.
As
Summer-Sounds-2024-Bob Davis Podcast 1132
Summer Sounds 2024
Most 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 Year
Equally important is the fact that I do these summer sounds podcasts every year.
No Talk
Accordingly I only talk at the beginning and end of Summer-Sounds-2024-Bob Davis Podcast 1132.
Immersed
As a result you can sit back and be completely immer
Handling-Mechanical-Problems-On-Road-Bob Davis Podcast 1131
Handling Mechanical Problems On The Road
Handling 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 Problems
Above 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 House
Not to mention the fact that the rig is also my house.
Maps-Planning-Arizona-Florida-2024-Bob Davis Podcast 1129
Maps Planning Arizona To Florida 2024
Time 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 Back
Secondly it sure feels good to be preparing for a 2500 mile road trip from Quartzsite Arizona to Sarasota Florida.
On The Back Roads
As a matter of fact I have been stopped down here in the desert since Octob
Still-Captivated-By-Nomad-Life-Bob Davis Podcast 1130
Still Captivated By Nomad Life
Firstly 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 Friends
Secondly 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.
Background
Altogether the podcast we di
Is-Nomad-Life-Over?-Bob Davis Podcast-1129
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 Committed
Secondly while I remain fully committed to the nomad lifestyle I wonder whether the trend is starting to fade.
Reality Bites
Certainly the longer I do something the more I see the reality in it.
Community
But these days I am not feeling the much vaunted nomad community as much as I used to.
Social Media Presence
Another key point are the Vanlife and
Nomad-State-Of-Mind-2024-Bob Davis Podcast 1127
Nomad-State-Of-Mind-2024
In 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.
Struggling
Secondly I find myself struggling a little bit as 2024 opens.
Gut Check Time
Therefore 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 Put
Although at the present time I am still in the mode of staying put.
The reason for that
2023-Gratitude-Report-Bob Davis Podcast 1126
2023 Gratitude Report
Certainly 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 Experience
Furthermore 2023 has featured a lot of travel and experiences.
Two New Year’s Podcasts
So 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 2
Nomad-Look-Back-2023-Bob Davis Podcast 1125
Nomad Look Back 2023 Firstly it’s time for a look back at 2023 from the nomad perspective. Details in Nomad-Look-Back-2023-Bob Davis Podcast 1125. No Rankings Secondly there won’t be any rankings in this podcast. Lessons Learned All in all I learned a lot of lessons this year. And share them with podcast subscribers and listeners. […] Read more
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Bad-Business-Marketing-Ideas-2024-Bob Davis Podcast 1124
Bad Business Marketing Ideas For 2024
It’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 Marketing
Firstly 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 u
Not-About-Quartzsite-Arizona-Bob Davis Podcast 1123
Not About Quartzsite Arizona
Above 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.
Restless
Firstly I am getting restless.
Wanderlust
That is to say the old Wanderlust is back.
Talk About It
Furthermore since I’ll be stopped down out here in the desert for awhile let’s talk about re
Coffee-Friends-In-Quartzsite-Bob Davis Podcast 1122
Coffee and Friends In Quartzsite
Firstly there’s nothing like connecting with old friends over coffee in Quartzsite, Arizona. Details in Coffee-Friends-In-Quartzsite-Bob Davis Podcast 1122.
Video
Secondly my friend Robert appeared with me in a Peter Santinello video about six months ago along with our friend Mike. Grab that video here.
Reconnect
So 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 an
Nomad-Thanksgiving-Bob Davis Podcast 1121
Nomad Thanksgiving
Firstly there will be turkey for this Nomad Thanksgiving. Details in Nomad-Thanksgiving-Bob Davis Podcast 1121.
Counting Of Blessings
Secondly there will be a counting of blessings.
Planning
Finally there will be some planning for the future.
Big History For Thanksgiving
Above 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 o
Poor-Man’s-Paradise-Bob Davis Podcast 1120
Poor Man’s Paradise
Firstly 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 Crossroads
A friend and I were discussing this point recently as an illustration of different cultural crossroads.
Q-Town
Certainly Q-Town is a cultural crossroads.
Back In The Day
But these days are not like the bad old days of the late seve
Three-Years-On-The-Road-Bob Davis Podcast 1119
Three Years On The Road Three 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 Podcast So every year my Halloween is a podcast day. […] Read more
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Quartzsite-Again-Bob Davis Podcast 1118
Quartzsite Again
I 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 Travel
Above all it has been quite a summer of travel.
March
Firstly starting out in March with a more than fifteen hundred mile trip back in the frozen north for a family emergency…
Abundant Midwest
And secondly heading out to the east coast through the abundant rural Midwest
Grand-Canyon-Maroon-Bob Davis Podcast 1117
Grand Canyon Maroon
In 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 Driven
Basically we live in a goal driven society.
Moving From Task To Task
Under those circumstances we move from task to task.
Even more we do so without question.
Sudden Need For Patience
So imagine the frustration when we’re confronted with a situation that requires patience.
Letting Go
Or further completel
Sharecropper-Nation-Bob Davis Podcast-1116
Sharecropper Nation
Altogether I think it’s a sharecropper nation these days. Details in Sharecropper-Nation-Bob Davis Podcast-1116.
Oklahoma
Certainly my drive through the Oklahoma Panhandle made a big impression on me last month.
Social Media
But 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 Home
On the other hand I forget the pressure the average person ‘back home&
On-The-Road-With-Bob-Bob Davis Podcast 1115
On-The-Road-With-Bob-Bob Davis Podcast 1115
On 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.
Crazy
Even 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 Join
At length I thought it would be a good idea to have listeners join as I rolled through Arkansas.
Where Are We Going
Es
New-Day-Headed-SouthWest-Again-Bob Davis Podcast 1114
New-Day-Headed-SouthWest-Again-Bob Davis Podcast 1114
Firstly 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 September
In detail I planned to camp for the first half of September in New Hampshire.
Rain
But it poured rain.
And camping is no fun in the rain.
When Conditions Change
Of course when conditions chang
How-Nomads-Battle-Loneliness-Bob Davis Podcast 1113
How Nomads Battle Loneliness
Firstly 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 Agenda
Because the state of being lonely is foreign to me.
Being Lonely Versus Solitude
Therefore I think the real question is what’s the difference from being lonely…
…and enjoying solitude?
In fact solitude
MtWashington-Forgotten-Radio-History-Bob Davis Podcast 1112
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 peak in the North Eastern US is said to have the worst weather in the world.
From The Early 1800’s
F
Summer-End-New Hampshire-Bob Davis Podcast 1111
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 I’ve been able to avoid most of the heat.
In fact sometimes Ive been downright cold.
Places
On the other hand I have quite enjoyed all the places I’ve seen and stay
Simplicity-Rules-The-Nomad-Bob Davis Podcast 1110
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 lot of people.
What’s Nomad Life Like
Generally they wall want to now what being a nomad is like.
Information
And they soak up as mu
Ohio-Pennsyvania-Upstate-New-York-Bob Davis Podcast 1109
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 back roads are slow should note the time and distance in for this nomad.
See America
Of course the fact that you get to really see Americ
American-Heartland-Bob Davis-Podcast-1108
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-Bob Davis Podcast 1107
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
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-Bob Davis Podcast 1105
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-Bob Davis Podcast 1104
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-Have-It-All-Bob Davis Podcast 1103
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-Dollars-Sense-Part2-Bob Davis Podcast 1102
Nomad Dollar Sense Part2 Firstly 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 Numbers Secondly I use […] Read more
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Nomad-Dollars-Sense-Part1-Bob Davis Podcast 1101
Nomad Dollars And Sense To 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. Preconceptions Most importantly Part1 deals exclusively with our preconceptions about what exactly “The Economy” actually is. Updates Podcast 1069 And this podcast […] Read more
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Celebrating-1100-Podcasts-Bob Davis Podcast 1100
Celebrating 1100 Podcasts Most 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 Night And it’s even more fun to do this podcast in front of a campfire very late at night. There’s Something About Eleven Hundred On the other hand […] Read more
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Changing-Nomad-Travel-Plans-Again-Bob Davis Podcast 1099
Changing Nomad Travel Plans Again Firstly 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 Shore Secondly from the shore of one of those famous fishing lakes in Western Wisconsin comes the sounds of […] Read more
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Reactivating-My-YouTube-Channel-Bob Davis Podcast 1098
Reactivating My You Tube Channel Firstly 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 Channel Secondly this is all due to appearing in Peter Santenello’s Off The Grid video from Quartzsite Arizona. Encouragement Certainly all the […] Read more
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Creative-Turning-Point-Bob Davis Podcast 1097
Creative Turning Point Above 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 Shows Firstly 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 […] Read more
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Nomad-Rig-Dreams-Plans-Bob Davis Podcast 1096
Nomad Rig Dreams Bob Davis Podcast 1096 Firstly 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 Prices Secondly any discussion of getting a new rig has to include some analysis of current and future oil […] Read more
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Nomad-Eclipse-Rest-Refit-Bob Davis Podcast 1095
Nomad Eclipse Rest Refit Firstly it’s Nomad Eclipse Rest and Refit season in Western Wisconsin. Details in Nomad-Eclipse-Rest-Refit-Bob Davis Podcast 1095. Saving A Buck Secondly nomads never miss a chance to save a buck and take a break from the road. Therefore that is what I am doing. August Timeline At least until mid August […] Read more
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In-The-Absence-Of-Truth-Bob Davis Podcast 1094
In The Absence Of Truth Above all in the absence of truth lies evil. Details in In-The-Absence-Of-Truth-Bob Davis Podcast 1094. Delirium Moreover if we’re navigating in a world without truth then we’re living in a form of delirium. Fact Checker Firstly I often find myself in the role of ‘fact checker’ around the nomad campfire. […] Read more
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Northern-Lights-Again-Bob Davis Podcast 1093
Northern Lights Again Firstly I am back in Wisconsin to see the Northern Lights again. Listen for details in Northern-Lights-Again-Bob Davis Podcast 1093. Whirlwind Trip Secondly a whirlwind 4 day trip from Quartzsite brought me here. Nomads Called Away Above all we nomads are often called away. Cross Country And we have to make a […] Read more
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Canary-In-The-Coal-Mine-Bob Davis Podcast 1092
Canary In The Coal Mine Above 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 Fail That is to say the meltdown of at least three banks this week sent shock waves through the financial community. Screaming Fire And allowed You Tube financial […] Read more
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Loves-Truck-Stop-Love-Bob Davis Podcast 1091
Loves Truck Stop Love Firstly 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 Away Secondly the guy who built the Love’s Truck and Travel Stop chain Love’s passes away recently at 85. Live Podcast Therefore it’s time […] Read more
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Your-Apocalypse-Now-Bob Davis Podcast 1090
Your Apocalypse Now
Firstly 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 Future
Secondly I will tell you why I think everyone is so negative about the future in this podcast.
However not in this blog.
End Times
You have to listen to find out what’s causing this fascination with ‘the end times’.
Favorite End Time Themes
Whether it’s the Earth burning up, Nuclear War, Mass Star
Algorithm-Slaves-Bob Davis Podcast 1089
Algorithm Slaves
Firstly these days content creators seem intent on following their audiences. Learn more in Algorithm-Slaves-Bob Davis Podcast 1089..
Relevance
Secondly 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 the
Summer-Sounds-2023-Bob Davis Podcast 1088
Summer Sounds 2023
Firstly 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 Years
Secondly since around 2015 I have been recording summer sounds.
Spring Is Around The Corner
And then when spring seems right around the corner.
But Winter Is Still Here
But winter proves resilient.
Time For Summer Sounds
It’s time for a Summer Sounds Podcast.
Immersed In Summer
Nomadlife-Or-Corporatelife-False-Choice-Bob Davis Podcast 1087
Nomad Life Or Corporate Life False Choice
Firstly Nomadlife Or Corporatelife is a false choice. Period. Full stop. Details in Nomadlife-Or-Corporatelife-False-Choice-Bob Davis Podcast 1087.
Quit Your Job
Secondly 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 Britches
And some of us think certain prognosticators are getting to
Spring-Summer-Travel-Plans-Bob Davis Podcast 1086
Spring Summer Travel Plans 2023
Firstly 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.
Planning
Secondly I’ll talk a little about planning in particular in this podcast.
Southwestern Arizona
Certainly winter down in Southwestern Arizona isn’t like winter up north.
Wind and Chilly Nights
However the wind and chilly nights mean podcasting from the cozy confines of Mobile Podcast Command.
Pull Out The Maps
Abo
Mercury-Retrograde-Incommunicado-Bob Davis Podcast 1085
Mercury Retrograde Incommunicado
Firstly 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 Orbits
Secondly planets don’t stop in their orbits and go backwards. Or do they?
Skeptical But
It just looks that way from our perspective on Earth.
However I am skeptical of these things.
It Got Me
But I admit this Mercury Retrograde got me.
My Device
Happiness-Versus-Contentment-Bob Davis Podcast 1084
Happiness Versus Contentment in The Desert
The question of happiness versus contentment has certainly been on my mind lately. Learn more in Happiness-Versus-Contentment-Bob Davis Podcast 1084.
Barnstorm
Firstly my history for travel has been an almost frenetic barnstorm back and forth across the country.
High Fuel Prices
Secondly the specter of high diesel prices has me in a bind.
Restricted Travel
As a result I made a decision more than a year ago to restrict travel to the summer months.
Arizon
Goodbye-2022-Hello-2023-Bob Davis Podcast 1083
Goodbye 2022 Hello 2023
Firstly Goodbye 2022 Hello 2023. Cue the fireworks for Goodbye-2022-Hello-2023-Bob Davis Podcast 1083.
Many Thanks
Secondly many people to thank for contributing and sponsoring.
Supporters and Mentors
In 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 Year
Certainly this has been a year.
That is to say it was difficult.
Maybe It’s Been 2 Years
And it
Requiem-For-An-American-Dream-Bob Davis Podcast 1082
Requiem For An American Dream
Firstly 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.
Negativity
Secondly negativity and division permeate our culture these days.
New Dream
Therefore 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 Vision
Above all in Requiem-For-An-American-Dream-Bob Davis
Not-Defending-Nomad-Life-Bob Davis Podcast 1081
Not Defending Nomad Life
Most 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 Criticism
Firstly 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 Review
Therefore I reviewed my recent content.
And I couldn’t disagree more.
Introspective Podc
Return-Of-The-Light-Bob Davis Podcast 1080
Return Of The Light
Most 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 Celebrations
Certainly we have our winter celebrations.
Birth Of Light
Above all they celebrate the birth of light.
Human Race
These days I think a lot about how old the human race is.
And how these celebrations have evolved over the eons.
Ancient
That is to say they resonate with us because they are ancient.
Old West
Turning-Point-Eruption-Bob Davis Podcast 1079
Are We At A Turning Point About To Erupt
Above 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 Markets
Firstly 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 soluti
Ridiculous-RV-Rig-Prices-Bob Davis Podcast 1078
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 Issue
Firstly I got into a little bit of a tiff on Instagram recently because I decided to engage on this price issue.
Prices Cuts
Se
Celebrating-Two-Years-Nomad-Travel-Bob Davis Podcast 1077
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 thank along the way.
Fuel Prices
Certainly fuel prices dictated a change in how this nomad travels.
Most importantly I like to drive.
That is to s
Nomadlife-Healthy-Life-Bob Davis Podcast 1076
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 Too
But older people have suffered too.
Aging Ten Years In Two
Secondly we’re talking about aging ten years in two.
How To Be Saved From The Same Fate
And I believe being a
Reflections-From-The-Desert-Bob Davis Podcast 1075
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 free wheeling discussion.
Slow Is Fast
Above all I have learned working slowly is actually working fast.
And thorough.
Hyper Person
Of
Collective-Consciousness-Real-Or-Not-Bob Davis Podcast 1074
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 century.
Controversial Discovery
In fact ever since then it’s been controversial.
One Hundred Year Debate
That is to
With-A-Grain-Of-Salt-Bob Davis Podcast 1073
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 the other hand sometimes you can’t ignore whats going on.
Nomads Feel It Too
Even more we nomads feel it too.
Loose Talk About Dangerous Things
Secondly the elephant in the room these days is loo
Back-In-Quartzsite-Bob Davis Podcast 1072
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
Therefore a lot of time and space for reflection.
Thoughts about Ambition
For example I’ve been thinking about ambition and the drive to succeed.
Summer-Travel-Solitaire-2022-Review-Bob Davis Podcast 1071
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 not a beginner when it comes to travel.
Deeper Experience
However I have enjoyed a deeper experience of this part of the country this
Simplicity-In-A-Storm-Bob Davis Podcast 1070
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
Firstly there’s a kind of energy in forests, mountains and deserts.
Smooth.
Calm.
Opposite In The City
Second
Updates-Loose-Ends-Clarifications-Bob Davis Podcast 1069
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 Day It Is
Certainly when you’re out on the water you don’t care what day it is.
Series
Because I have been doing podcasts on the inflation and economic issues
Summers-End-Turning-Point-2022-Bob Davis Podcast 1068
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 many analysts is their penchant for attaching economic problems to current political leaders.
Inflation Years In The Making
Most importantly the infla
OffGrid-Freedom-Utah-Bob Davis Podcast-1067
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 I am a heavy user of my device.
Thinking
And due to the fact that when I experience outages I’ve noticed I can think!
Listening
Even more I ca
Monsoon-Musings-Bob Davis Podcast 1066
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 Monsoon
Secondly this is a bad Monsoon.
Above all it seems like every afternoon the thunderheads come up and the downpours start.
Spectacular Storms
Certainly the storm
Sacrifice-And-Nomad-Life-Bob Davis Podcast 1065
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 the road.
Conversation
Certainly this has been a topic of conversation in these podcasts.
Utah
But these days I am in Utah.
Even more I am in Utah waiting for truck service, among ot
Bonneville-Salt-Flats-Bob Davis Podcast 1064
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 featured something happening at the Bonneville Salt Flats.
Muscle Cars
For me there was certainly an attraction to the famous muscle cars of the 60’s and 70’s.
Kodachrome
Bu
The-Real-Matrix-Bob Davis Podcast 1063
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 point for me.
Certainly there are Walmart’s all over the United States.
I’ve been to a lot of them.
Walmart All Night
In addition you can still hang out in some Walmart parking l
Dinosaur-National-Park-Challenge-Bob Davis Podcast 1062
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 Dinosaur National Park is the 42 miles of dirt road to get out.
US Park System
Above all don’t get me wrong. This is one of the oldest parks in
Highway-To-Heaven-Bob Davis Podcast 1061
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 Collins
Firstly in Fort Collins, Colorado.
Snowmass Village
Secondly two spectacular ski in ski out winter villas here in Snowmass.
Sticks With Me
But it was the trip from
Colorado-Abundance-Bob Davis Podcast 1060
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 have to assess what is actually important.
Not About Material Possessions
And I don’t think of abundance as being related to material goods.
A Lot Of Somet
Road-To-Shambala-Bob Davis Podcast 1059
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 of high rents and home prices back in the world.
And the day to day pressure in big cities that has begun to feel like a vice.
Welcoming Community
Therefore there’s a lot
Pipeline-Fire-Flagstaff-Arizona-Bob Davis Podcast 1058
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 Disregard
Secondly what I saw there was blatant disregard of the no fire rule by campers.
Freedom?
Of course we all want freedom.
Rules
Always-Something-Bob Davis Podcast 1057
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 you’re just hanging out.
Control Emotions
Above all I’ve learned to get control of my emotions when I do have a problem.
Opportunity
That is to say stop, look up and ask you