254 Driving Myths, Multitools, Boat Board, Cigarette Lighter Outlets, A Sad Moment

This podcast is also available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/wrSkvs0s_dQ   Be nice when you go to Canada, Eh? Americans have a reputation, and it's not always good. There are things you can do to show those Canadians that Americans are nice too. We'll also show a quick tip to extend wiper blade life, try an interesting app called Questo, defy death at crazy heights, and spend a night in the airport parking lot.    FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@CollegeOfCuriosity) If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo This looks more fun than it was. :)    SkatorGator 3D A new video game with levels and vocals by Fisher Wagg https://www.weatheredsweater.com/skator-gator-3d Amazon Prime Still a bargain https://amzn.to/3LeTnYa Product Review Questo! The app that combines escape rooms with self-guided tours http://www.questoapp.com  A Place to Visit CN Tower EdgeWalk - this is a crazy thing to do https://www.cntower.ca/brave-the-edgewalk Video of Jeff doing this crazy thing https://youtu.be/20XTSGItG_k Resource Recommendation ArriveCan - the app that makes the border easier https://www.canada.ca/en/border-services-agency/services/arrivecan.html Global Entry - a program for Americans to ease border crossings https://www.cbp.gov/travel/trusted-traveler-programs/global-entry Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

6 Syys 202330min

This podcast is also available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/QEkoOge-9H0 You have a van. Is it your escape pod? Are you ready to go if disaster strikes? You can be. We'll also review Amazon Prime, visit the "center" of North America, encounter someone in the woods, and talk about "your van book."  FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@CollegeOfCuriosity) If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo A locked door - with no locks.   Product Review Amazon Prime, even with increased price, is still a bargain (especially for students) https://amzn.to/3ORyxiz A Place to Visit The Center of North America is a bit tricky to find... https://www.cbsnews.com/news/the-geographical-center-of-north-america/ Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

30 Elo 202333min

This podcast is also available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLxzmOPi6aE Have you been scared off by how complicated solar is? It doesn't have to be. There's a very simple solar setup that requires very little knowledge and NO cutting or drilling. We'll also "Escape from NY" (across the MIssippippi), put hooks EVERYWHERE, and accompany buddha with a pizza.  FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@CollegeOfCuriosity) If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo A van in its happy place. Simple Solar Here's a list of all the solar things mentioned in this episode: Solar Panels https://amzn.to/3ssExH3 "Solar Generators" ugh. I mean Power Stations https://amzn.to/3KWcnKZ All kinds of adapters for MC4 (Solar) connectors https://amzn.to/3Ev4SXP PWM Solar Controllers https://amzn.to/3QTujcU A bargain, really.  And don't forget the fuses! https://amzn.to/3QT7eXy Resource Recommendation Lateral With Tom Scott podcast https://lateralcast.com/ Product Review Single Cup Keurig https://amzn.to/47JdrLL A Place to Visit Chain of Rocks Bridge, part of old Route 66 https://www.nps.gov/places/chain-of-rocks-bridge.htm Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

24 Elo 202333min

This podcast is also available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/TTxiNRSZwcU Are you ready to start Vanlife? How can you be sure? There's ONE things that's essential. We'll also take a look at why 12v kettles might not be a good idea, visit a Subaru Factory in Indiana, and talk about how some religious organizations help in times of disaster.  FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@CollegeOfCuriosity) If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo Mega-Skookie in Pontiac, IL A Place to Visit Subaru lets you tour their Indiana plant https://web.subaru-sia.com/Tour/ Resource Recommendation Like factory tours? This list is out of date, but still has some good stuff.  https://factorytoursusa.com/ Product Review Stryker Sage Bath Cloths These are great for cleanup, but have a few quirks. https://homecare.stryker.com/sage-essential-bath-cloths-7800-7803 Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

16 Elo 202329min

This podcast is also available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PoxdNAWRyfE I was wrong! 10 times! Time to 'fess up. We'll also visit Haiti, as well as the Museum of Bad Art. And we'll find a great source for RV windows, talk about a way to stay safe, and review some clever peg board from IKEA.  FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@CollegeOfCuriosity) If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit BuyMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo Vanlife, Chicago-style.   A Place to Visit Museum of Bad Art. That kinda says it all.  https://museumofbadart.org/ Resource Recommendation A good source for windows. http://www.rvwindows.com Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

9 Elo 202328min

This podcast is also available on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D9pvNVvE6JQ Your van is dangerous. We'll take a look at a popular video that explains why, and offer some suggestions. We'll also experience a close encounter, cook some soup right in the can, and visit one of my favorite childhood haunts. FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram (@CollegeOfCuriosity) If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit ButMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo Home.    Project of Science Video Thanks to Project of Science and the van owners for posting this.  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iANPQBhP4yk A Place to Visit Dairy Witch. The One. The Only.  https://www.dairywitch.com/ Resource Recommendation The official standards for how to build a campervan http://rvia.org Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

2 Elo 202335min

This podcast is also available on YouTube: https://youtu.be/VN8zFEPBrv4 This week, we're going to look at what vans you can buy new, and which one is the best! It turns out, it's a different answer depending on what you want. We'll also review pre-cooked bacon, visit SPAM, and learn about painting your van with a roller. FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit ButMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo A little moment of vanlife.    Comparison of Vans I found this blog post helpful. https://flatlinevanco.com/blogs/news/sprinter-vs-transit-vs-promaster-van A Place to Visit It's a museum. For SPAM. You should go. https://www.spam.com/museum Resource Recommendation You can paint your van with a paint roller. Really. https://axleaddict.com/trucks-vans/Roller-painting-your-van Product Review It's bacon. Easy bacon. Good bacon. https://amzn.to/44ZM3am  Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

27 Heinä 202332min

This podcast is also available on YouTube: https://studio.youtube.com/video/T3c_cjJ27AM This AMA is two hours of me yapping about upcoming trips, with LOTS of stories and other bits and pieces.  FIND US: We're on Facebook (Built to Go Group), Instagram If you'd like to support this podcast, please visit ButMeACoffee.com/BuiltToGo Panama Canal 2023 Details for our trip leaving Nov 7, 2023. https://www.collegeofcuriosity.com/canal Antarctica 2025 This is probably the trip we're going to do in 2025. The link is to Royal Caribbean's listing. Do not book without talking to me! https://www.celebritycruises.com/itinerary-details/14-night-antarctica-from-buenos-aires-argentina?packageID=EQ14F111&sDT=2025-02-01&cCD=CO Salem 2024 Still planning this one - no links to show. Some links are affiliate links. If you purchase anything from these links, the show will receive a small fee. This will not impact your price in any way.

22 Heinä 20232h