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S2, Episode #8 – RV Life, Faith, and The Open Road w/Dan Clouser

About this episode:

Episode Summary:

This week’s guest is Dan Clouser — a full-time RVer, author, and golden retriever enthusiast who ditched the 9-to-5 to chase sunsets and stories from behind the wheel. Dan opens up about what inspired him and his wife to hit the road, how a 15-year-old golden named Euclid changed his life, and why freedom is the real definition of paradise. We dive into the power of reinvention, the beauty of unexpected detours, and how the road can lead you right back to yourself.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

  • Why Dan and his wife chose to live full-time in an RV (and how it all started right before COVID)
  • The real story behind Dan’s beloved golden retriever, Euclid, and how he inspired a bestselling children’s book
  • How Dan finds peace, creativity, and community in the nomadic life
  • Travel hacks for future RVers — including the best (and wildest) places to camp
  • Advice for anyone looking to shake things up and find freedom on their own terms

Beach Town Spotlight:

🏖️ Galveston, Texas — Dan shares why this laid-back coastal town was the perfect month-long stop.

About my Guest:

Dan Clouser is a full-time RVer, author, speaker, and podcast host whose life took a dramatic detour — right onto the open road. After spending over 30 years running a nonprofit working with youth, Dan and his wife sold everything in 2020, bought an RV, and hit the road with their beloved golden retriever, Euclid. He’s the author of four books (with a fifth on the way), including The Journey of My Mother’s Son and Pawprints on the Road, a heartwarming children’s book “written” by Euclid. Dan now travels the U.S. doing book signings, connecting with readers, and spreading messages of purpose, peace, and personal freedom.

Connect with Dan

🌐 Website: www.journeymymothersson.com or www.danclouser.com (they both go to the same place!)
📚 Books, Podcast, Speaking Gigs, and Tour Schedule — all available on his site
📸 Instagram & Social Media: Linked directly from his website
🎙️ Podcast: The Journey of My Mother’s Son

Time Stamps:

0:00 – Intro and Dan’s Background

0:02 – The Journey to Full-Time RV Life

0:06 – Transition During COVID and Launching

0:10 – Travel Planning & Book Tour

0:14 – Favorite Camping Spot & Life on the Road

0:19 – Family & Friends Reactions

0:22 – Book Writing Journey

0:27 – Meeting Interesting People (Alaska Stories)

0:34 – RV Life Advice & Misconceptions

0:40 – Wrap-Up & Paradise Definition

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