So - my planned podcast for this week was a dud, because despite recording 90 minutes worth of material, we ended up with nothing. The file is there, the time is right, but it didn't save what was recorded.

So, here are some tidbits and updates on various topics.

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I screwed up, and I hope this fixes it: LiIon batteries are everywhere! Also, we'll take a deep dive into a pre-packaged survival kit, and talk about a custom podcast you can make

PRODUCT REVIEW

• XKASE Survival Kit https://amzn.to/4uKJiGW

RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION

• NotebookLM Podcast Generator https://notebooklm.google.com

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All this stuff that is "our vans," where does it go? I mean, where does it all end up in the end? Let's explore. We'll also take a look at a couple of vanlife video games, the museum that things belong in, the BEST filters for your rig, and an interesting road trip.

NEWS

• Volkswagen Van Back https://newatlas.com/campervans/volkswagen-2027-id-camper-van-usa/

• Vanlife Horror Movie Passenger https://www.slashfilm.com/2177942/passenger-2026-movie-review/

• Gus Bus https://www.autoevolution.com/news/gus-bus-proves-that-the-all-electric-vanlife-is-all-it-s-cracked-up-to-be-269207.html=

PRODUCT REVIEW

• Rory Flow Portable Charger https://amzn.to/4v3L31T

RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION

• Vanlife Simulator Game https://store.steampowered.com/app/2711690/VanLife_Simulator/
• Vanlife Game: Outbound https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0GtUFav-Pog

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Are mindful when you're driving? I know you're paying attention; I'm asking if you're "mindful." We'll explore that, and a few stones of interest, mosquitoes, fuel prices, and the best way to find weird places to visit.

NEWS

• Brain Eating Amoeba https://gearjunkie.com/parks-and-public-lands/brain-eating-amoeba-national-parks
• New Winnebago https://camperreport.com/winnebago-arka-first-look-all-new-backcountry-adventure-motorhome/
• New Campground Rules
• https://www.sej.org/headlines/trump-administration-orders-rapid-end-to-some-hunting-rules-on-federal-lands

PRODUCT REVIEW

• Tire Screws https://amzn.to/4dsISOg

RESOURCE RECOMMENDATION

• Flattest Route https://www.flattestroute.com/

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Are mindful when you're driving? I know you're paying attention; I'm asking if you're "mindful." We'll explore that, and a few stones of interest, mosquitoes, fuel prices, and the best way to find weird places to visit.

PRODUCT REVIEW

• Deep Woods OFF Dry https://amzn.to/42RtsxX

A PLACE TO VISIT

• Talayotic Menorca https://whc.unesco.org/en/list/1528/

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There are things that are better in the US than abroad and we'll discuss them. We'll also make things out of paracord, visit a hidden fish sauce factory, visit a rock (with monkeys) and find secrets in your pocket.

NEWS

• New ProMaster City https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sa9PE6j0XRo

PRODUCT REVIEW

• 360° Spin Magnetic Stand for iPhone 17 Pro Max Case https://amzn.to/4tK0o7y

A PLACE TO VISIT

• Cadiz Garum Factory https://www.juntadeandalucia.es/cultura/enclaves/enclave-arqueologico-factoria-de-salazones

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Greetings from Malaga, Spain! We’ve had an amazing adventure and we’ve another week to go. Here’s an update, and some exciting news for small vans in the US!

Host Jeff Wagg records a short episode from Chicago O'Hare covering three quick topics: a major Ford truck recall for windshield wipers, a recommendation for Work Camper News for seasonal jobs and resources, and practical bidet solutions for vans and RVs.

He also shares experiments with sealed ecospheres and Wollstad tanks as van-friendly aquatic options, plus a travel tale about canceled trains, a family rescue, and staying calm on the road.