Best Jeff Wagg Podcasts (2025)

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274 Truck Camper Lessons, Easy Water, Ghost Dancing, Converters, Lady Van, Epiphany 56:26

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Finally, we hit the road, and we learn some things about truck camper life. We'll also explore a simple water system, talk about ways to adjust voltage, visit a Lady Van, Ghost Dancing and learn a very important thing on the drive home. Every truck camper comes with its own bug museum. PRODUCT REVIEW Digury 5 Gallon Water System https://amzn.to/3Ke…

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273 10 Forgotten Roads, Gorilla Rubber Spray, Volo, Dickson Mounds, TripIt 1:04:27

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There's more than just Route 66! Let's explore some other roads of legend. We'll also spray some goo, solve a weird furnace problem, visit the Batmobile, and explore an unexpected and unbelievable museum with a big problem. The mystery begins. Nice diorama The Canton Toll Booth And the issue at hand. What the museum used to look like. PRODUCT REVIE…

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272 Pickup Truck Instead? Stealth Advice, Propane Lockers, Mississippi Parthenon, Aldi 1:03:57

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In the past week, I realized that my truck is the perfect vanlife vehicle for me. Learn why! And we'll visit Aldi, Mississippi, have a bit of a cry, and explore the basics of stealth camping. The transplant begins. NEWS Starlink Slow Mode https://www.pcmag.com/news/starlink-replaces-free-pause-mode-with-5-monthly-charge Bluetti Power System https:/…

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271 Controlling Noise, USB Water Pump, Toyota Plant, Front Hitches 36:13

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This week, we offer 10 ideas for keeping noise down in your van, play with a USB water pump, visit a Toyota plant, explain why use front hitches are, and learn how to tie some important knots. Sunset indeed. NEWS De Minimis Shipments Taxed https://www.reuters.com/business/retail-consumer/what-end-de-minimis-exemption-means-us-shoppers-businesses-20…

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Season 7: Jousting (Update) 28:03

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A North Carolina Superior Court judge in Forsyth County, NC, ruled on August 8th, 2025, to vacate the convictions of the Winston Salem 5 for the 2002 murder of Nathaniel Jones and dismiss all charges with prejudice after finding credibility to their claims of innocence. But brothers Rayshawn Banner and Nathaniel Cauthen remain behind bars. In this …

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270 Absorption Fridge, Matawan, Hardboard, AI Role Play, Self Recovery 50:19

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The 3-Way fridge is falling out of fashion, but should it? Maybe not! We'll also visit a gruesome scene, talk about dangerous deeds, talk to Willy Wonka, and tell a tale of peril in Arizona. Just yards away for her permanent pasture. A PLACE TO VISIT Matawan Memorial https://www.atlasobscura.com/places/matawan-new-jersey-shark-attack-of-1916 Some l…

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269 Rag & Bone Buffet, Autocamp, BT Remote, 100 Best State Parks, Ohms 57:54

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Lots of corrections and updates this week, plus a visit to an Autocamp, 100 Best State Parks, A Remote, and A Bit of Resistance Mathieson State Park NEWS Bob Wells on the legality of Vanlife https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-psEy2K30Tw Americans put the brakes on #VanLife https://www.ft.com/content/c31e24db-4f19-4bb8-8aa5-e93167606ba1 Embracing Van …

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268 Digital Nomads, ANZAC Memorial, A Wren, Flexi Solar, Polarity 52:37

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Do you live in your van or out of your van? We'll take an in-depth look at one person's story. We'll also try out a moisture meter, wash dishes without water, learn about a particular border, and visit a very nice Sandwich. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io The entrance to the ANZAC Memoria…

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267 Living in the World, Moisture Meter, Waterless Washing, Sandwich, Border Map 49:30

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Do you live in your van or out of your van? We'll take an in-depth look at one person's story. We'll also try out a moisture meter, wash dishes without water, learn about a particular border, and visit a very nice Sandwich. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io A church, a bed, and a person kno…

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266 WATER, Camco Drain, Rules, Wing Rot, Gray Water 52:07

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Water is a resource and a troublesome. We'll explore some strategies for dealing with this heavy and precious substance. We'll also review a unique drain, hang out with some movie stars, talk about gray water strategies and spend some time with wood rot. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io Hm…

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265 The Truth About Sprinters, Parks Canada, Robert the Doll, Wet Spots 46:22

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I've often talked about my Sprinter and why I think people should avoid them. Now - here the truth! And then head to Canada and visit their national parks, hear a tale about dogs and sharks, get some essential shoes, and drill some holes. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io Here, there be sha…

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264 Legislative Changes, Macbook Air, Solar for Portables, Bermuda Triangle, SS Badger 33:32

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I'm at sea, but I'm persevering to share with you some possible impact from recent legislation. I'll also tell a tale of loss in the Bermuda Triangle, talk about solar charging options for portable power banks, and tell you how to avoid Chicago Traffic in Style. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.gho…

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263 In Transit, Cut it Out, Ground Mat, Norway, Stuck in Nevada 40:08

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There are time when you're neither here no there, and wonderful things can happen. We'll also tackle some of a rig's worst issues, look at a way to keep dirt out of your rig, get stuck in Nevada and visit Norway. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io Hard to see this from a van. PRODUCT REVIEW …

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262 Getting Rid of Your Rig, Swivel Magnet, Suspension Upgrades, Bright Drop 45:06

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Parting is such sweet sorrow, but it sure is a relief sometimes. But how? Swivel Magnets can make life easier, a few simple upgrades can improve your ride, and someone tests a Bright Drop. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io File under "Everything is Content." NEWS Public Lands at Risk https:…

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261 Where to Find a Rig, Solar for Your Hood, A Long, Arduous Road 59:26

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Buying a rig is a bit tricky today, here are some places you can find what you're looking for. We'll also put solar on our hood(?), and tell the very long tale of why this podcast is late. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io File under "Everything is Content." NEWS Totally Solar Powered Rig h…

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260 How to Kill Your Van 52:20

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The easiest way to kill your van. How do I know? Because I just did it. We'll also talk about how to store you van long term, review a product that means you'll never get stuck again with a dead battery, and visit France...but not Europe. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io The original dream…

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259 Your Van Won’t Last, Overloaded, Free Pantries, Scampinging, Battery Bag 47:48

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Life happens while you're making plans, and the vehicle you're working on now probably won't last very long! We'll also look at safer battery storage, how to drive the WRONG way, a scary night, an excellent exchange, and a mixed bag of news. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io The Campster! N…

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258 First Aid Kit Redux, Other Stuff you Should Have 35:57

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So much great feedback on the first aid kit episode that I made a whole episode out of it! We'll also talk about other things you should have in your van, including a great app that's a must have. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io Yes, I camped in this. Not a lot of notes this week! Thanks!…

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ANNOUNCING: Dark Valley 35:13

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Jane Boroski was seven months pregnant when she was stabbed 27 times by an unknown man. Miraculously, she survived. But Jane later finds out she is the only survivor of a serial killer who prowled the Connecticut River Valley in the 1980s and killed at least 8 women before her. Now, she's here to speak for the dead. Dark Valley is an investigation …

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257 First Aid Kit, Cabinet of Curiosities, Trees in the Road, Leathermans, Wound Closure 1:01:45

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First aid kits seem like a good idea, but are they useful? Ours is! Let's dive deep on this one. We'll also visit a mummified hand, see trees in the road, play with sharp things and stop a whole lot of bleeding. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io The AI made me do it PRODUCT REVIEW Clozex Em…

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256 10 Unusual Vehicles, Fire Blankets, MC4 Connectors, Osoyoos Desert 50:48

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Forget vans and SUVs! You can build a rig out of anything, and here are some strange ideas. We'll also visit a desert in Canada, put out a fire with a blanket, take apart MC4 connectors, and hear some tales from an old job. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io 1983 Toyota Mini-Cruiser NEWS Jef…

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255 Alternative Charging Options, Meshtastic, Leatherman Voltage Tester, Campendium 47:17

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Charge without Solar or DC to DC? It's possible! But advisable? Well... We'll also visit the French Riviera, brew up a home grown WiFi network replacement, explore a WEIRD device, and take a look at Campendium. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io A very strange and yet interesting device. NEW…

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254 Driving Myths, Multitools, Boat Board, Cigarette Lighter Outlets, A Sad Moment 52:16

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Do you embrace driving myths? Let's find out! We'll also explore Boat Board, multitools, the reason you should still have cigarette lighter outlets, and experience a sad moment. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io Don't believe me? Do you believe the largest travel club in the world? NEWS Ten…

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253 Extreme Weather, Ventusky, Iceland, Wrong Fuel, Monkey Magnets 54:20

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Extreme weather affects folks living in vehicles more than most—what do you do? We'll explore. We'll also visit Iceland! Land of the vanlife test drive, and figure out what to do when you have the wrong fuel in your rig. Monkey Magnets and Ventusky are both fun to say! If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregri…

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252 Minimalism Revisited, West Virginia, Zero Breeze, Converters vs. Inverter-Chargers 51:13

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Minimalism is more than just "less stuff." It's more freedom. We'll also spend some time in the Wild Wonderful, listen to Nellie extol the virtues of her Zero Breeze, confuse people with electrical terms and try to replace iOverlander If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io Yes, this is a form of…

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251 Is It Safe to Visit the US? USB Tester, Remote Jobs, Digital Nomads 53:26

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Is it safe to visit the USA? We'll take an honest look. We'll also play with a USB tester, find some remote jobs, look at places that offer Digital Nomad Visas, and hear a tale of kindness. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io Is it safe? NEWS iOverlander 2.0 Fails https://www.abqjournal.com/l…

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250 Celebration Episode! Your Questions Answered! 1:09:55

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One of many spots I never planned on. This is a hill in Bangor, ME, former home of Stephen King. In this episode we talk about: Dust pans Chevy Brightdrop Enchanted Highway Window Lubricant No builds Electric Parking Brakes 12v Air Conditioners YouTube Nomad Life Wiki Remote Jobs Finding Vans And more! Thanks for being here for over 250 episodes!…

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INTRODUCING: THREE Season 2 5:16

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For over 30 years, the murder of 23-year-old Dana Ireland haunted the island of Hawai‘i, leaving behind a tangled web of suspicion, betrayal, and unanswered questions. Three men were convicted. The case was closed. Justice was served. Or so everyone thought. Hosted by Amanda Knox - an exoneree, journalist, public speaker and best-selling author - t…

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BONUS: Season 7 Q&A 42:01

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Join Delia and special guest Amanda Knox as they discuss YOUR lingering questions about Season 7! Amanda’s book, Free: My Search for Meaning, is available for pre-order here. Be sure to check out Amanda’s podcast, Labyrinths, as well as all of her other work at amandaknox.com. And keep an ear out for THREE Season 2: Murder in Vacationland, which dr…

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249 Leave No Trace, Hotel Callifornia, Li Ion, Trackers, T-Shirt Story 2 50:36

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Do you leave no trace? Let's talk about it. We'll also visit the Hotel California, look at Android Trackers, and find a place to buy vans. Oh, and there's a t-shirt. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io I've always been remarkably goofy. NEWS Canadian Snowbirds Face Border Hurdles https://spec…

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248 10 Dangerous Things, 3M Security Film, Caravan Trick, CANADA, Remote Jobs 50:41

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What's your biggest fear? I'll bet it's not what's actually dangerous. We'll take a look at vanlife ways to die. We'll also review 3M security film, explore a hidden feature of Dodge Caravans, hear a tale about a bad day, and maybe find a remote job. Oh, we'll visit Canada too! If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https:…

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247 Boondocking, USB Light, Lost Luggage, Fire 41:43

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A Boondocking build makes a lot of sense, whether you plan to use campgrounds or not. And we'll take a look at USB lighting, visit some lost luggage, and nearly displace over 200 people into the cold Chicago air. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io My first fully self-contained rig. NEWS Sout…

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246 10 Vanlife Myths, Elegear Pad, Glacial Grooves, Cooking Gases, Vanning While Disabled 41:38

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Do you believe these myths? It's OK if you do-but here's why I don't. We'll also look at a really comfortable sleeping pad, visit a geologic wonder, explain LPG vs. Propane vs. Butane vs. Natural Gas, and spend some time with Wheelie Yellow If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io I wish I had the…

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Ep 11 of 11: Jam-packed 49:22

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The defendants in the CounterClock Season 7 case were back in court for a highly-anticipated evidentiary hearing January 6th - January 24th, 2025, in Winston-Salem, NC. Delia attended in-person several days to bring you all the updates, plus the brand new interviews from people connected to the defendants, case and victim. For even more time with C…

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245 NOW is the Time, Rust Converter, Moose, Boxio, A Plate of Bacon 37:05

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This is an unedited podcast produced by narcotics and sheer will. Now is the time to build your van and hit the road! Really! We'll also talk about rust converters, moose watching, a simple sink solution, creative helps, and a strange woman with a plate of bacon. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.gh…

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244 Surviving Uncertainty, Frozen Vehicles, Parc Omega, Amazon Haul, Van Crash 41:58

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We live in uncertain times! What to do? Here's a list of 10 things that might help. We'll also fix our frozen van, explore a winter wonderland, give Amazon Haul a try, and find some ambience. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io I miss that van PRODUCT REVIEW Amazon Haul https://amzn.to/3E6CE8…

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1. January 21 13:06

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In our first episode, I discuss the morning after the US Presidential Inauguration (Coronation) and how it led me to play a game of Dungeons and Dragons with AI. To read the original post, please visit https://peregrinus.ghost.io/january-21-2/ To contact me: Email: [email protected] Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/jeffwagg.bsky.social Music: "Avant J…

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243 The One Thing You Need Most, Dirty Solar Panels, Benjaman Kyle, UFO Landing, Door Edges 45:46

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The most important thing is something you already have! Or not... but you need to find out. We'll also visit at UFO landing pad, have an encounter at Burger King, protect our neighbors and find out how NOT to clean solar panels. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io Moments before she was mine.…

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242 THE BEST, Belt Dressing, Cheap Batteries, Guns at the Border, Last Buffalo, Peregrinus 50:03

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Do you want THE BEST? Are you sure? We'll talk about the "cult of the best" and other ways to look at things. We'll also explore belt dressings, visit the last buffalo hunt, hear a tale about guns at the border, and learn about Peregrinus. If you're looking for my personal articles, you can find them at https://peregrinus.ghost.io The Tikibago coul…

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241 Storage Units, Ice Roads, Sausage Kid, Honey, Diesel Heater LIES! 42:53

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Some news from Built to GO! And windshield washer fluids explained, a story about a potato, a bargain of a bed, and how to find food and more when you really need it. Join us at VanFestUSA! February, 6-9 on Florida' Space Coast! Hundreds of rigs, parties, tours, classes, vendors and activities. More information at http://vanfestusa.com. Sadly, I wo…

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240 BTG News, Windshield Washer Fluids, XMas Activity, A Potato, Bargain Bed 42:03

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Some news from Built to GO! And windshield washer fluids explained, a story about a potato, a bargain of a bed, and how to find food and more when you really need it. Join us at VanFestUSA! February, 6-9 on Florida' Space Coast! Hundreds of rigs, parties, tours, classes, vendors and activities. More information at http://vanfestusa.com. Built to GO…

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239 Less Lethal Self Defense, Bens Street Food, Singing Tree, Power Station Problem 39:47

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Looking for a self-defense device that's not a firearm? Consider these... carefully. We'll also try a new shelf stable food, listen to a singing tree, and learn about the Achille's heel of power stations. Join us at VanFestUSA! February, 6-9 on Florida' Space Coast! Hundreds of rigs, parties, tours, classes, vendors and activities. More information…

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238 Buying a Used Van, Diesel Heater vs. Power Station, Musk Sticks, Crossroads, Dwarf Cars 37:25

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Let's take a look at what you should look at when you're looking at a used van. We'll also dig deep into power stations and diesel heaters, try some pink treats, give up on privacy, and see some wee vehicles. Join us at VanFestUSA! February, 6-9 on Florida' Space Coast! Hundreds of rigs, parties, tours, classes, vendors and activities. More informa…

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Ep 10 of 11: Justice? 50:39

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Delia unravels a bizarre van ride that Jessicah Black was taken on and discovers a dark history within Forsyth County regarding wrongful convictions. Chris Paul’s memoir about his late grandfather provides insight into how the famous athlete has reconciled with where the case stands now. The age-old legal maxim: “Justice delayed is justice denied” …

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Ep 9 of 11: Jigsaw 25:19

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Delia interviews a friend of the defendants who was never interviewed by police, and his story is one she can’t easily forget. For even more time with CounterClock, follow us on social media. Instagram: @counterclockpodcast | @audiochuck Twitter: @CounterClockPod | @audiochuck Facebook: /CounterClockPodcast | /audiochuckllc…

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237 Bob Wells Journey, LED Myth, String Lights, Melk Abbey 47:05

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Bob Wells is the Godfather of Vanlife. Why happened? We'll also expose and LED myth, review some fun string lights, and visit an old place with an unexpected twist. Join us at VanFestUSA! February, 6-9 on Florida' Space Coast! Hundreds of rigs, parties, tours, classes, vendors and activities. More information at http://vanfestusa.com. Not the thing…

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Ep 8 of 11: Journey 28:56

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The private forensic lab that handled the evidence in the Jones case in 2018 and 2020 tells Delia that advances in forensic science may be able to reveal more about the unknown DNA in the case. Delia dives deep into the Willard Cab Company phone bill from 2002 and tries to get inside the mind of who placed those suspicious calls. For even more time…

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Ep 7 of 11: Judgment 49:32

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The North Carolina Innocence Inquiry Commission process enters its final phase. Delia interviews the expert in developmental psychology who testified twice in the case to understand more about false confessions, and the victim’s family offers their final thoughts to the court. A retired footwear examiner deems old interpretations of shoeprint evide…

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236 BLACK Friday, Pins, Concentration Camp, Firelogs, Austrian Autobahns 48:43

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BLACK Friday is upon us, and I have things to suggest. We'll also visit a concentration camp, some beautiful roads and learn why firelogs are bad for cooking. We'll also find a whole new community. Join us at VanFestUSA! February, 6-9 on Florida' Space Coast! Hundreds of rigs, parties, tours, classes, vendors and activities. More information at htt…

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Ep 6 of 11: Jurisprudence 59:48

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The North Carolina Innocence Inquiry Commission convenes and staff investigators reveal everything they’ve dug into over the course of nearly five years. Jessicah, Jermal, Rayshawn, Nathaniel, and Christopher come under questioning again, but maintain their truth. New DNA evidence is presented that blows everyone away, and the course of the case ch…