<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0" xmlns:itunes="http://www.itunes.com/dtds/podcast-1.0.dtd" xmlns:psc="http://podlove.org/simple-chapters" xmlns:podcast="https://podcastindex.org/namespace/1.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[The Vanlife Network Podcast]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p><b>Welcome to The Vanlife Network Podcast — conversations with vanlifers building meaningful lives on the road.</b></p><p></p><p>Because behind the sunsets, wild camping spots, and mountain views… there are real stories.</p><p></p><p>Hosted by full-time vanlifer Rens, each episode dives into honest conversations with vanlifers choosing a different way to live.</p><p></p><p>From solo vanlifers and artists to entrepreneurs and adventurers — we explore the stories, struggles, and freedom behind life on wheels.</p><p></p><p>If you love life on the road — or dream about it — you’re in the right place.</p><p></p><p>Powered by: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://skool.com/vanlife" target="_blank">The Vanlife Network</a></p>]]></description><link>https://thevanlifenetwork.com</link><generator>Riverside.fm (https://riverside.com)</generator><lastBuildDate>Mon, 02 Nov 2026 17:29:00 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://api.riverside.com/hosting/NKQu7gmy.rss" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><author><![CDATA[Rens van Daalen]]></author><pubDate>Thu, 12 Mar 2026 20:09:26 GMT</pubDate><copyright><![CDATA[2026 Rens van Daalen]]></copyright><language><![CDATA[en]]></language><ttl>60</ttl><category><![CDATA[Personal Journals]]></category><category><![CDATA[Places & Travel]]></category><itunes:author>Rens van Daalen</itunes:author><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Welcome to The Vanlife Network Podcast — conversations with vanlifers building meaningful lives on the road.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Because behind the sunsets, wild camping spots, and mountain views… there are real stories.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Hosted by full-time vanlifer Rens, each episode dives into honest conversations with vanlifers choosing a different way to live.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;From solo vanlifers and artists to entrepreneurs and adventurers — we explore the stories, struggles, and freedom behind life on wheels.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you love life on the road — or dream about it — you’re in the right place.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Powered by: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://skool.com/vanlife&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;The Vanlife Network&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:type>episodic</itunes:type><itunes:owner><itunes:name>Rens van Daalen</itunes:name><itunes:email>iamrensi@gmail.com</itunes:email></itunes:owner><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:category text="Society &amp; Culture"><itunes:category text="Personal Journals"/><itunes:category text="Places &amp; Travel"/></itunes:category><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/e5301d1c-1b85-49c8-9694-791ce4bf4686/logos/d00419d8-d6db-4935-a215-c2cf0b062395.png"/><item><title><![CDATA[This Wildlife Biologist Lives In A Van To Study Animals | @biologistinabus]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Merel is a wildlife biologist and full-time vanlifer behind <i>Biologist in a Bus</i>. In this episode, she shares stories from 20 days spent observing wild bears in northern Spain, helping reintroduce rescued monkeys in Morocco, tracking hedgehogs through cities, and studying bats and other nocturnal mammals across Europe.</p><p></p><p>We talk about what a wildlife biologist actually does, how she earns a living on the road, why she chose vanlife, and the surprising ways animals and humans are connected.</p><p></p><p>You'll also learn:</p><p>• How to spot more wildlife while traveling<br />• Common mistakes vanlifers make around animals and nature<br />• Why diseases play an important role in ecosystems<br />• What it's like to work with bears, monkeys, snakes, bats, and hedgehogs<br />• How vanlifers can help protect wildlife wherever they travel</p><p></p><p>If you love vanlife, wildlife, nature, and adventure, you're going to enjoy this one.</p><p>—<br />00:00 Introduction to Wildlife Biology and Van Life</p><p>02:45 The Journey to Becoming a Biologist</p><p>05:17 Understanding Zoonoses and One Health</p><p>07:52 The Diverse Work of a Wildlife Biologist</p><p>09:47 Project-Based Work and Seasonal Patterns</p><p>11:49 Volunteering and Learning from Colleagues</p><p>14:08 Insights from Working with Monkeys</p><p>18:00 Living in Morocco and the Barbary Macaque Project</p><p>20:03 The Fascination with Hedgehogs</p><p>23:38 Phobias and Unexpected Fears</p><p>25:21 Experiencing Life Among Bears</p><p>28:23 Exploring Somiedo National Park</p><p>30:51 The Quest for Bears in the Pyrenees</p><p>33:59 Living the Van Life as a Biologist</p><p>37:36 Unique Experiences with Wildlife</p><p>43:03 Wildlife Conservation and Van Life</p><p>45:44 Tips for Spotting Wildlife</p><p>52:24 Contributing to Nature Preservation</p><p>—</p><p>Connect with Merel:</p><ul><li>Webite: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.biologistinabus.com" target="_blank">www.biologistinabus.com</a></li><li>Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.instagram.com/biologistinabus" target="_blank">www.instagram.com/biologistinabus</a></li><li>TikTok: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://www.tiktok.com/@biologist.in.a.bus" target="_blank">www.tiktok.com/@biologist.in.a.bus</a></li></ul><p>—</p><p>Guest Credibility:</p><p>Merel is a wildlife biologist, conservationist, and full-time vanlifer behind <i>Biologist in a Bus</i>. She holds degrees in Ecology (BSc), Biology (MSc), and Zoonoses &amp; One Health (MSc), and has worked with wildlife across Europe and Africa.</p><p>—<br />🎧 New episodes: real conversations with vanlifers building meaningful lives on the road<br />—<br />🌍 Join The Vanlife Network:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://skool.com/vanlife" target="_blank"><b>https://skool.com/vanlife</b></a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">67f5d12a-d18e-40b8-a5bd-f4dd555dec6f</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rens van Daalen]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 13 Jun 2026 11:59:31 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/38546bb94aa45548a49ce845fea6b6b8c09c88e67fa093d8479aa96f0f60e1af/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI2N2Y1ZDEyYS1kMThlLTQwYjgtYTViZC1mNGRkNTU1ZGVjNmYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJlNTMwMWQxYy0xYjg1LTQ5YzgtOTY5NC03OTFjZTRiZjQ2ODYiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTljMjQyOTcxY2M5YWViMDZkZWM3ZGYiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEyZDUwZDYwZGI3NGZhZGZlZDdiMGE0L3JlbnMtdmFuLWRhYWxlbnMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNi0xM19fMTQtNDUtMTAubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="105305800" type="audio/mpeg"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Merel is a wildlife biologist and full-time vanlifer behind &lt;i&gt;Biologist in a Bus&lt;/i&gt;. In this episode, she shares stories from 20 days spent observing wild bears in northern Spain, helping reintroduce rescued monkeys in Morocco, tracking hedgehogs through cities, and studying bats and other nocturnal mammals across Europe.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;We talk about what a wildlife biologist actually does, how she earns a living on the road, why she chose vanlife, and the surprising ways animals and humans are connected.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;You&apos;ll also learn:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;• How to spot more wildlife while traveling&lt;br /&gt;• Common mistakes vanlifers make around animals and nature&lt;br /&gt;• Why diseases play an important role in ecosystems&lt;br /&gt;• What it&apos;s like to work with bears, monkeys, snakes, bats, and hedgehogs&lt;br /&gt;• How vanlifers can help protect wildlife wherever they travel&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you love vanlife, wildlife, nature, and adventure, you&apos;re going to enjoy this one.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;br /&gt;00:00 Introduction to Wildlife Biology and Van Life&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;02:45 The Journey to Becoming a Biologist&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;05:17 Understanding Zoonoses and One Health&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;07:52 The Diverse Work of a Wildlife Biologist&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;09:47 Project-Based Work and Seasonal Patterns&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;11:49 Volunteering and Learning from Colleagues&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;14:08 Insights from Working with Monkeys&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;18:00 Living in Morocco and the Barbary Macaque Project&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;20:03 The Fascination with Hedgehogs&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;23:38 Phobias and Unexpected Fears&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;25:21 Experiencing Life Among Bears&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;28:23 Exploring Somiedo National Park&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;30:51 The Quest for Bears in the Pyrenees&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;33:59 Living the Van Life as a Biologist&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;37:36 Unique Experiences with Wildlife&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;43:03 Wildlife Conservation and Van Life&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;45:44 Tips for Spotting Wildlife&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;52:24 Contributing to Nature Preservation&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Merel:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Webite: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.biologistinabus.com&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.biologistinabus.com&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Instagram: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.instagram.com/biologistinabus&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.instagram.com/biologistinabus&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;TikTok: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://www.tiktok.com/@biologist.in.a.bus&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;www.tiktok.com/@biologist.in.a.bus&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Guest Credibility:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Merel is a wildlife biologist, conservationist, and full-time vanlifer behind &lt;i&gt;Biologist in a Bus&lt;/i&gt;. She holds degrees in Ecology (BSc), Biology (MSc), and Zoonoses &amp;amp; One Health (MSc), and has worked with wildlife across Europe and Africa.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;br /&gt;🎧 New episodes: real conversations with vanlifers building meaningful lives on the road&lt;br /&gt;—&lt;br /&gt;🌍 Join The Vanlife Network:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://skool.com/vanlife&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;https://skool.com/vanlife&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:54:51</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/e5301d1c-1b85-49c8-9694-791ce4bf4686/logos/d00419d8-d6db-4935-a215-c2cf0b062395.png"/><itunes:episode>6</itunes:episode><itunes:title>This Wildlife Biologist Lives In A Van To Study Animals | @biologistinabus</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[They Destroyed Her Olympic Dream. She Came Back Stronger]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Get ready to be blown away by Evelien Rosier’s raw, powerful story of resilience. From professional rugby to chasing Olympic dreams, becoming an entrepreneur and living full-time in a truck — she’s a testament that pushing boundaries transforms us. </p><p></p><p>In this episode:</p><ul><li>Evelien’s intense dual life as a top rugby player and successful consultant career</li><li>The heartbreak of Olympic disqualification and its aftermath</li><li>Embracing vulnerability and rediscovery after losing her "identity"</li><li>The spontaneous adventure that reignited her personal and professional life</li><li>Her inspiring transition into entrepreneurship with Optimiro</li><li>And much more...</li></ul><p></p><p>Remember, your biggest breakthroughs begin just outside your comfort zone. Let Eveline’s story be your ignite to leap into the unknown. Your new life is waiting — all you have to do is take the first step.</p><p>—</p><p>00:00 Introduction</p><p>01:33 The Journey Begins: From Rugby to Rediscovery</p><p>03:11 Life as a Professional Athlete: The Balancing Act</p><p>05:58 The Impact of Change Management: Lessons from Accenture</p><p>09:10 The Olympic Dream: Close Yet So Far</p><p>12:00 The Heartbreak of Disqualification: A Team Divided</p><p>14:52 Rebuilding After Loss: A New Direction</p><p>18:08 The Decision to Walk Away: A Hard Goodbye</p><p>21:02 Embracing Change: The Promise to Travel</p><p>23:52 Adventures Down Under: The Start of Van Life</p><p>27:12 Exploring Australia: The Van Life Experience</p><p>29:53 Community and Connection: The Backpacker Life</p><p>30:49 Journey Through Australia: Embracing the Unknown</p><p>38:13 Building a New Life: From Employee to Entrepreneur</p><p>50:27 Rediscovering the Athlete: A New Path to the Olympics</p><p>01:00:05 Chasing Dreams: The Courage to Change</p><p>—</p><p>Connect with Evelien:</p><ul><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://optimiro.com/" target="_blank">Website Optimiro - Evelien’s coaching and speaking</a></li><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/dream.dare.do.journey/" target="_blank">Instagram - @</a><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="http://dream.dare.do" target="_blank">dream.dare.do</a><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/dream.dare.do.journey/" target="_blank">.journey</a></li></ul><p>—<br />🎧 New episodes: real conversations with vanlifers building meaningful lives on the road<br />—<br />🌍 Join The Vanlife Network:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://skool.com/vanlife" target="_blank">https://skool.com/vanlife</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">921d0d5e-d2c7-4939-9ec0-52e645a973bb</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rens van Daalen]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 16 May 2026 12:14:26 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/5a8e3d50b0d67f406935cbabc78f4f64855105b1e8adfa594672fbf146ebf5ca/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI5MjFkMGQ1ZS1kMmM3LTQ5MzktOWVjMC01MmU2NDVhOTczYmIiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJlNTMwMWQxYy0xYjg1LTQ5YzgtOTY5NC03OTFjZTRiZjQ2ODYiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTljMjQyOTcxY2M5YWViMDZkZWM3ZGYiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNmEwODVmYTJmZGIyYTI2ZDA0Yzc2ODE0L3JlbnMtdmFuLWRhYWxlbnMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNS0xNl9fMTQtMTQtMjYubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="122987145" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/e5301d1c-1b85-49c8-9694-791ce4bf4686/episodes/921d0d5e-d2c7-4939-9ec0-52e645a973bb/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Get ready to be blown away by Evelien Rosier’s raw, powerful story of resilience. From professional rugby to chasing Olympic dreams, becoming an entrepreneur and living full-time in a truck — she’s a testament that pushing boundaries transforms us. &lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Evelien’s intense dual life as a top rugby player and successful consultant career&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The heartbreak of Olympic disqualification and its aftermath&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Embracing vulnerability and rediscovery after losing her &quot;identity&quot;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The spontaneous adventure that reignited her personal and professional life&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Her inspiring transition into entrepreneurship with Optimiro&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;And much more...&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Remember, your biggest breakthroughs begin just outside your comfort zone. Let Eveline’s story be your ignite to leap into the unknown. Your new life is waiting — all you have to do is take the first step.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;00:00 Introduction&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;01:33 The Journey Begins: From Rugby to Rediscovery&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;03:11 Life as a Professional Athlete: The Balancing Act&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;05:58 The Impact of Change Management: Lessons from Accenture&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;09:10 The Olympic Dream: Close Yet So Far&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;12:00 The Heartbreak of Disqualification: A Team Divided&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;14:52 Rebuilding After Loss: A New Direction&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;18:08 The Decision to Walk Away: A Hard Goodbye&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;21:02 Embracing Change: The Promise to Travel&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;23:52 Adventures Down Under: The Start of Van Life&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;27:12 Exploring Australia: The Van Life Experience&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;29:53 Community and Connection: The Backpacker Life&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;30:49 Journey Through Australia: Embracing the Unknown&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;38:13 Building a New Life: From Employee to Entrepreneur&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;50:27 Rediscovering the Athlete: A New Path to the Olympics&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;01:00:05 Chasing Dreams: The Courage to Change&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Evelien:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://optimiro.com/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Website Optimiro - Evelien’s coaching and speaking&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/dream.dare.do.journey/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Instagram - @&lt;/a&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;http://dream.dare.do&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;dream.dare.do&lt;/a&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/dream.dare.do.journey/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;.journey&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;br /&gt;🎧 New episodes: real conversations with vanlifers building meaningful lives on the road&lt;br /&gt;—&lt;br /&gt;🌍 Join The Vanlife Network:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://skool.com/vanlife&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://skool.com/vanlife&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:04:03</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/e5301d1c-1b85-49c8-9694-791ce4bf4686/logos/d00419d8-d6db-4935-a215-c2cf0b062395.png"/><itunes:episode>5</itunes:episode><itunes:title>They Destroyed Her Olympic Dream. She Came Back Stronger</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[He Lost Their Mom… Then Chose Freedom for His Kids (w/ Life Uncharted)]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Prepare to be inspired by Adrian’s raw, powerful story of transforming his life to live authentically, freely, and fiercely on his own terms.</p><p></p><p>From decades in Thailand and battling loss, to a life on the road with his children, he shares the ups, downs, heartbreaks, and triumphs that drive his fearless pursuit of happiness.</p><p></p><p>This episode is a call to break free from societal chains and embrace your true life.</p><p></p><p>In this episode:</p><ul><li>Adrian’s journey from a life in Thailand to the freedom of van life</li><li>How loss and hardship reshaped his perspective on time and what truly matters</li><li>The power of mindset and taking small, consistent steps toward a freer life</li><li>The importance of homeschooling and raising children without societal constraints</li><li>Building an online empire around authentic living</li><li>Practical advice for anyone dreaming of living in a van or traveling full-time</li><li>The future of social media, AI, and why real human connection will never go out of style</li></ul><p>—<br />00:00 Introduction</p><p>00:50 From Thailand to Van Life: A Journey Begins</p><p>03:42 The Dive Master Experience: A New Life in Thailand</p><p>06:52 Building a Business: Underwater Camera School</p><p>09:44 Life Changes: Love, Loss, and Parenthood</p><p>12:51 Facing Tragedy: The Loss of a Partner</p><p>15:41 Navigating Single Parenthood: Challenges and Growth</p><p>19:04 The Call of Adventure: Leaving the UK for Freedom</p><p>21:55 Home Education: A New Approach to Learning</p><p>24:45 The Transition to Van Life: Making It Happen</p><p>27:39 Life on the Road: Adventures and Family Dynamics</p><p>30:42 The Importance of Family: Staying Connected</p><p>33:08 Transformative Growth in Children</p><p>36:31 The Power of Unschooling</p><p>38:49 Thriving in a Unique Lifestyle</p><p>41:24 The Realities of Single Parenting on the Road</p><p>45:03 Building a New Empire</p><p>49:13 Creating a Course for Freedom</p><p>52:05 The Future of YouTube and Community Engagement</p><p>—</p><p>Connect with Adrian:</p><ul><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://youtube.com/@life_uncharted" target="_blank"><b>YouTube - @life_uncharted</b></a></li></ul><ul><li><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/our_life_uncharted/" target="_blank"><b>Instagram - @our_life_uncharted</b></a></li></ul><p>—<br />🎧 New episodes: real conversations with vanlifers building meaningful lives on the road<br />—<br />🌍 Join The Vanlife Network:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://skool.com/vanlife" target="_blank">https://skool.com/vanlife</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">fc47c2ca-ce92-4740-ad36-c9879d62ca14</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rens van Daalen]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 02 May 2026 09:51:25 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/596c8a96b045b8362ce3b07aa5febf24594864a4552de3597914229b8ae5607f/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJmYzQ3YzJjYS1jZTkyLTQ3NDAtYWQzNi1jOTg3OWQ2MmNhMTQiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJlNTMwMWQxYy0xYjg1LTQ5YzgtOTY5NC03OTFjZTRiZjQ2ODYiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTljMjQyOTcxY2M5YWViMDZkZWM3ZGYiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjlmNWM5MWRhMzEzMzAwYTFkOGRmNzMxL3JlbnMtdmFuLWRhYWxlbnMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNS0yX18xMS01MS0yNS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="127047201" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/e5301d1c-1b85-49c8-9694-791ce4bf4686/episodes/fc47c2ca-ce92-4740-ad36-c9879d62ca14/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Prepare to be inspired by Adrian’s raw, powerful story of transforming his life to live authentically, freely, and fiercely on his own terms.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;From decades in Thailand and battling loss, to a life on the road with his children, he shares the ups, downs, heartbreaks, and triumphs that drive his fearless pursuit of happiness.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This episode is a call to break free from societal chains and embrace your true life.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;Adrian’s journey from a life in Thailand to the freedom of van life&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How loss and hardship reshaped his perspective on time and what truly matters&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The power of mindset and taking small, consistent steps toward a freer life&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The importance of homeschooling and raising children without societal constraints&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Building an online empire around authentic living&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Practical advice for anyone dreaming of living in a van or traveling full-time&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The future of social media, AI, and why real human connection will never go out of style&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;br /&gt;00:00 Introduction&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;00:50 From Thailand to Van Life: A Journey Begins&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;03:42 The Dive Master Experience: A New Life in Thailand&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;06:52 Building a Business: Underwater Camera School&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;09:44 Life Changes: Love, Loss, and Parenthood&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;12:51 Facing Tragedy: The Loss of a Partner&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;15:41 Navigating Single Parenthood: Challenges and Growth&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;19:04 The Call of Adventure: Leaving the UK for Freedom&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;21:55 Home Education: A New Approach to Learning&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;24:45 The Transition to Van Life: Making It Happen&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;27:39 Life on the Road: Adventures and Family Dynamics&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;30:42 The Importance of Family: Staying Connected&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;33:08 Transformative Growth in Children&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;36:31 The Power of Unschooling&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;38:49 Thriving in a Unique Lifestyle&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;41:24 The Realities of Single Parenting on the Road&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;45:03 Building a New Empire&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;49:13 Creating a Course for Freedom&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;52:05 The Future of YouTube and Community Engagement&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Connect with Adrian:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://youtube.com/@life_uncharted&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;YouTube - @life_uncharted&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/our_life_uncharted/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;&lt;b&gt;Instagram - @our_life_uncharted&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;br /&gt;🎧 New episodes: real conversations with vanlifers building meaningful lives on the road&lt;br /&gt;—&lt;br /&gt;🌍 Join The Vanlife Network:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://skool.com/vanlife&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://skool.com/vanlife&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>01:06:10</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/e5301d1c-1b85-49c8-9694-791ce4bf4686/logos/d00419d8-d6db-4935-a215-c2cf0b062395.png"/><itunes:episode>4</itunes:episode><itunes:title>He Lost Their Mom… Then Chose Freedom for His Kids (w/ Life Uncharted)</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[Her Voice Led Her to a Life of Freedom on the Road (w/ Karol Green)]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>What if the life you’re looking for… starts by following your own voice?</p><p></p><p>Most of us live confined by invisible walls—fear, control, and societal expectations. Karol Green’s story shatters those barriers, revealing that true freedom fuels creativity and transforms lives.</p><p></p><p>Living and creating music on the road in her van, Karol exemplifies how stepping into the unknown unlocks unparalleled inspiration. From South African roots to becoming a Catalonian voice, she’s built a life where creativity reigns supreme—guided by intuition, love, and an unwavering pursuit of authenticity.</p><p></p><p>In this episode, we break down:</p><p></p><ul><li>The spirituality embedded in leading a choir of 20 and how music unites us beyond borders</li><li>The secret to creating authentic songs driven by feeling rather than structure</li><li>How van life fosters deeper self-awareness, courage, and unfiltered inspiration</li><li>Overcoming fears of exposure, control, and judgment through living boldly off-grid</li><li>The magic of community and the beauty of embracing your unique, "Beautifully Strange" self</li></ul><p></p><p>If you're craving the courage to break free, tune in now. Karol’s story isn’t just about van life—it's an invitation to chase what makes you feel alive, to craft your own freedom, and to sing your truth to the world.</p><p>—</p><p>Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/karolgreen_solkwaya/" target="_blank">@karolgreen_solkwaya</a></p><p>YouTube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/@karolgreen" target="_blank">@karolgreen</a></p><p>Website: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.karolgreen.com/" target="_blank">https://www.karolgreen.com/</a></p><p>—</p><p>🎧 New episodes: real conversations with vanlifers building meaningful lives on the road</p><p>—</p><p>🌍 Join The Vanlife Network:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://skool.com/vanlife" target="_blank">https://skool.com/vanlife</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">c9bb2216-df09-408c-8c92-ba6f502de476</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rens van Daalen]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 18 Apr 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/97713e16efeb8bce1efb74bd92b4a619587e8702c40a2737c9d4fc76d9c46515/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJjOWJiMjIxNi1kZjA5LTQwOGMtOGM5Mi1iYTZmNTAyZGU0NzYiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJlNTMwMWQxYy0xYjg1LTQ5YzgtOTY5NC03OTFjZTRiZjQ2ODYiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTljMjQyOTcxY2M5YWViMDZkZWM3ZGYiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjllMTBjYWMzM2M2YWRjZDYxZWQ4ZDNjL3JlbnMtdmFuLWRhYWxlbnMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtNC0xNl9fMTgtMjItNC5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="63947276" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/e5301d1c-1b85-49c8-9694-791ce4bf4686/episodes/c9bb2216-df09-408c-8c92-ba6f502de476/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;What if the life you’re looking for… starts by following your own voice?&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Most of us live confined by invisible walls—fear, control, and societal expectations. Karol Green’s story shatters those barriers, revealing that true freedom fuels creativity and transforms lives.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Living and creating music on the road in her van, Karol exemplifies how stepping into the unknown unlocks unparalleled inspiration. From South African roots to becoming a Catalonian voice, she’s built a life where creativity reigns supreme—guided by intuition, love, and an unwavering pursuit of authenticity.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, we break down:&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;ul&gt;&lt;li&gt;The spirituality embedded in leading a choir of 20 and how music unites us beyond borders&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The secret to creating authentic songs driven by feeling rather than structure&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;How van life fosters deeper self-awareness, courage, and unfiltered inspiration&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;Overcoming fears of exposure, control, and judgment through living boldly off-grid&lt;/li&gt;&lt;li&gt;The magic of community and the beauty of embracing your unique, &quot;Beautifully Strange&quot; self&lt;/li&gt;&lt;/ul&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;If you&apos;re craving the courage to break free, tune in now. Karol’s story isn’t just about van life—it&apos;s an invitation to chase what makes you feel alive, to craft your own freedom, and to sing your truth to the world.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/karolgreen_solkwaya/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;@karolgreen_solkwaya&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;YouTube: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.youtube.com/@karolgreen&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;@karolgreen&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Website: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.karolgreen.com/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://www.karolgreen.com/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🎧 New episodes: real conversations with vanlifers building meaningful lives on the road&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🌍 Join The Vanlife Network:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://skool.com/vanlife&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://skool.com/vanlife&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:44:24</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/e5301d1c-1b85-49c8-9694-791ce4bf4686/logos/d00419d8-d6db-4935-a215-c2cf0b062395.png"/><itunes:episode>3</itunes:episode><itunes:title>Her Voice Led Her to a Life of Freedom on the Road (w/ Karol Green)</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[How They Built a Vanlife Festival, Business, and Family on the Road w/ Joa & Diede]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode, we talk about what it really means to build a life on the road — not just for yourself, but for others too.</p><p></p><p>Because behind the freedom, travel, and adventure…<br />they’re organizing one of the Netherlands’ most loved vanlife festivals, raising a family, and building a business — all at the same time.</p><p></p><p>This is Joa &amp; Diede’s story.</p><p><br />From choosing an unconventional path…</p><p><br />to creating something that brings thousands of vanlifers together…</p><p><br />to proving that vanlife can be more than just escape — it can be something you build.</p><p></p><p>And what it actually takes to make that work.</p><p>—</p><p>Follow <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.instagram.com/joa.and.diede/" target="_blank">Joa &amp; Diede</a> on Instagram</p><p>Check out <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.vanlifemeeting-betoeterd.nl/" target="_blank">Vanlife Meetup Betoeterd</a></p><p>Check out <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.studiowalrus.nl/" target="_blank">Studio Walrus</a></p><p>—</p><p>🎧 New episodes: real conversations with vanlifers building meaningful lives on the road</p><p>—</p><p>🌍 Join The Vanlife Network:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://skool.com/vanlife" target="_blank">https://skool.com/vanlife</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">d2bca5de-2734-4a07-b18e-25ada8488e2e</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rens van Daalen]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 08:15:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/6cff2c0db718ec3f7fdc91e639fed1613169d391aff36b42c982bd61157b48f8/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiJkMmJjYTVkZS0yNzM0LTRhMDctYjE4ZS0yNWFkYTg0ODhlMmUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJlNTMwMWQxYy0xYjg1LTQ5YzgtOTY5NC03OTFjZTRiZjQ2ODYiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTljMjQyOTcxY2M5YWViMDZkZWM3ZGYiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjljOTQ5OWFhMmZmOTVmNjI1YjUxNzVkL3JlbnMtdmFuLWRhYWxlbnMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtMy0yOV9fMTctNDctMzgubXAzIn0=.mp3" length="80762401" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/e5301d1c-1b85-49c8-9694-791ce4bf4686/episodes/d2bca5de-2734-4a07-b18e-25ada8488e2e/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;In this episode, we talk about what it really means to build a life on the road — not just for yourself, but for others too.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Because behind the freedom, travel, and adventure…&lt;br /&gt;they’re organizing one of the Netherlands’ most loved vanlife festivals, raising a family, and building a business — all at the same time.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This is Joa &amp;amp; Diede’s story.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;From choosing an unconventional path…&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;to creating something that brings thousands of vanlifers together…&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;br /&gt;to proving that vanlife can be more than just escape — it can be something you build.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;And what it actually takes to make that work.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Follow &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.instagram.com/joa.and.diede/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Joa &amp;amp; Diede&lt;/a&gt; on Instagram&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Check out &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.vanlifemeeting-betoeterd.nl/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Vanlife Meetup Betoeterd&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Check out &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://www.studiowalrus.nl/&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;Studio Walrus&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🎧 New episodes: real conversations with vanlifers building meaningful lives on the road&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🌍 Join The Vanlife Network:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://skool.com/vanlife&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://skool.com/vanlife&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:56:05</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/e5301d1c-1b85-49c8-9694-791ce4bf4686/logos/d00419d8-d6db-4935-a215-c2cf0b062395.png"/><itunes:episode>2</itunes:episode><itunes:title>How They Built a Vanlife Festival, Business, and Family on the Road w/ Joa &amp; Diede</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item><item><title><![CDATA[How I Lost Myself Chasing Freedom (My Vanlife Story)]]></title><description><![CDATA[<p>Vanlife was supposed to be the answer...</p><p></p><p>In this episode, I share why it wasn’t — and how chasing freedom actually made me feel more lost than ever.</p><p></p><p>Because behind the sunsets, wild camping spots, and “freedom lifestyle”… there’s a side of vanlife that rarely gets talked about:<br />what happens when you’re building a life, a business, and a future — completely on your own.</p><p></p><p>This is my story.<br />From feeling lost with no direction…<br />to chasing freedom…<br />to realizing that freedom alone isn’t enough.</p><p>And how that realization led me to build something different.</p><p>—</p><p>I’m Rens, full-time vanlifer for 5+ years with my dog Buddy, building The Vanlife Network — a community for vanlifers who want more than just nice places to park.</p><p>—</p><p>YouTube: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://youtube.com/@rensvandaalen" target="_blank">@rensvandaalen</a></p><p>Instagram: <a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://instagram.com/iamrensi" target="_blank">@iamrensi</a></p><p>—</p><p>🎧 New episodes: real conversations with vanlifers building meaningful lives on the road</p><p>—</p><p>🌍 Join The Vanlife Network:<br /><a rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://skool.com/vanlife" target="_blank">https://skool.com/vanlife</a></p>]]></description><guid isPermaLink="false">415a0a79-7b6c-4df4-94a6-36b71f7e20e5</guid><dc:creator><![CDATA[Rens van Daalen]]></dc:creator><pubDate>Sat, 04 Apr 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://api.riverside.com/hosting-analytics/media/38969d0da116ab0c13d52a3897e77be9b5cd4148b445ebd9f3121916dfa1979d/eyJlcGlzb2RlSWQiOiI0MTVhMGE3OS03YjZjLTRkZjQtOTRhNi0zNmI3MWY3ZTIwZTUiLCJwb2RjYXN0SWQiOiJlNTMwMWQxYy0xYjg1LTQ5YzgtOTY5NC03OTFjZTRiZjQ2ODYiLCJhY2NvdW50SWQiOiI2OTljMjQyOTcxY2M5YWViMDZkZWM3ZGYiLCJwYXRoIjoibWVkaWEvY2xpcHMvNjljOTMxNDEzYTMwOTAxNGRkYjQ2M2Y4L3JlbnMtdmFuLWRhYWxlbnMtc3R1ZGlvLWNvbXBvc2VyLTIwMjYtMy0yOV9fMTYtMy00NS5tcDMifQ==.mp3" length="30325176" type="audio/mpeg"/><podcast:transcript url="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/e5301d1c-1b85-49c8-9694-791ce4bf4686/episodes/415a0a79-7b6c-4df4-94a6-36b71f7e20e5/transcripts.txt" type="text/plain"/><itunes:summary>&lt;p&gt;Vanlife was supposed to be the answer...&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;In this episode, I share why it wasn’t — and how chasing freedom actually made me feel more lost than ever.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Because behind the sunsets, wild camping spots, and “freedom lifestyle”… there’s a side of vanlife that rarely gets talked about:&lt;br /&gt;what happens when you’re building a life, a business, and a future — completely on your own.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;This is my story.&lt;br /&gt;From feeling lost with no direction…&lt;br /&gt;to chasing freedom…&lt;br /&gt;to realizing that freedom alone isn’t enough.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;And how that realization led me to build something different.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;I’m Rens, full-time vanlifer for 5+ years with my dog Buddy, building The Vanlife Network — a community for vanlifers who want more than just nice places to park.&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;YouTube: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://youtube.com/@rensvandaalen&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;@rensvandaalen&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;Instagram: &lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://instagram.com/iamrensi&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;@iamrensi&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🎧 New episodes: real conversations with vanlifers building meaningful lives on the road&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;—&lt;/p&gt;&lt;p&gt;🌍 Join The Vanlife Network:&lt;br /&gt;&lt;a rel=&quot;noopener noreferrer nofollow&quot; href=&quot;https://skool.com/vanlife&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;https://skool.com/vanlife&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;</itunes:summary><itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit><itunes:duration>00:21:04</itunes:duration><itunes:image href="https://hosting-media.riverside.com/media/podcasts/e5301d1c-1b85-49c8-9694-791ce4bf4686/logos/d00419d8-d6db-4935-a215-c2cf0b062395.png"/><itunes:episode>1</itunes:episode><itunes:title>How I Lost Myself Chasing Freedom (My Vanlife Story)</itunes:title><itunes:episodeType>full</itunes:episodeType></item></channel></rss>