Women Making Money on the Road | RV Travel, Business Ownership, Branding

Women Making Money on the Road | RV Travel, Business Ownership, Branding

High-achieving women all across the U.S. are ditching the traditional "American Dream" and redefining success on their own terms. Each week on the RV Queens Podcast introduces listeners to an RV woman who is living the full-time travel dream while earning a good income on the road. There’s no gatekeeping here—each episode delves into the exact tactics, frameworks, and mindsets these women use to create a life of freedom! Join the Circle of RV Queens, a thriving community of women embracing this nomadic lifestyle, at rvqueenspodcast.com/community.

Episodes

September 4, 2025 30 mins

We’re back with Part 2 of our conversation with Tonja Lesmeister — and you’re in for a wild ride. 👻


If you thought owning a campground was adventurous enough, wait until you hear what Tonja discovered after moving into her 1920s farmhouse at Firefly Hills. (Hint: it involves ghost-hunting gear, a local Facebook group, and some uninvited houseguests.)


But the paranormal isn’t the only meaningful story she shares.


In this e...

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What happens when a full-time RVing family buys 38 acres to create the kind of campground they always wished existed?


In this episode, Kate sits down with Tonja Lesmeister — full-time RVer, campground owner, and founder of Firefly Hills — for a wildly inspiring conversation about RV life, land ownership, and designing spaces that actually work for full-time families.


Tonja shares her journey from hitting the road to homestead...

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Ever dreamed of taking your family to Hawaii… but felt totally overwhelmed by the logistics?

SAME, GIRL.

In this episode, RV Queens host Kate White is back behind the mic to share all the real talk from her family’s recent trip to the Big Island — their first time ever in Hawaii!

👉 This isn’t your typical “travel influencer” episode. No flight hacks or hotel reviews here. Instead, Kate spills the things she wished someone had told he...

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What if you could fly to Europe, stay in 5-star hotels, and still have money left in your business bank account?

In this episode, Kate sits down with Alida, founder of Ali Travel Points and full-time mom of 3, who’s cracked the code on travel hacking—using credit card points to unlock luxury experiences for less. With 44 countries under her belt and nearly two decades of experience, Alida spills her secrets on ditching the debit car...

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In this exclusive RV Queens Circles training, Kate is joined by the team from Nomadic Influence—our new partner helping travel content creators and business owners pitch with clarity and confidence.


Whether you’re brand new to pitching or ready to uplevel your existing sponsorships, this training walks you through exactly how to build a digital media kit using Pillar.io (yes, even if you’re not “techy”).


The best part? RV Qu...

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Wondering if it’s possible to juggle a 9–5, a side business, and RV travel without losing your mind? 😅

Meet Michelle Coleman—a full-time educator, part-time RVer, travel content creator, group travel host, and now... RV designer! 

In this episode, Michelle and I talk about how she and her husband Brian became anytimers (aka: not full-timers, but on the road every chance they get), how their brand Cruisin' with the Colemans was b...

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This episode is a behind-the-scenes replay of a live online event hosted inside the RV Queens Circles community—and trust us, it’s packed with real talk and refreshing insights for women building businesses on the road.

Our featured guest is Patti Hunt, host of the RV Life Podcast and a deeply respected voice within the RV industry. Patti’s experience spans the worlds of entrepreneurship, podcasting, brand partnerships, and working ...

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Thinking about buying an RV or going full-time? You NEED this episode in your life.

Kate sits down with RV consultant and podcast host Cathy Conrad, who turned years of research (and a background in construction management!) into a business helping aspiring RVers avoid expensive mistakes. From water damage horror stories to the dangers of buying based on emotion instead of facts, Cathy shares the tips she wishes more people knew bef...

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In this solo episode, Kate is getting real about something that doesn't get talked about enough in business circles—energy


And no, not in a fluffy, woo-woo way (we promise). This is about strategy. About protecting your creativity, your peace, and your power as a business owner on the road.


Because here’s the truth:

Your energy is your most magnetic asset. If you’re constantly depleted, your business will feel it. And so will your a...

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Still not convinced the Enneagram can help you run your business more effectively?


Then you need to hear this.In Part 2 of our live RV Queens Circles workshop with Enneagram enthusiast Taylor Smith (@refreshedwellnessontheroad), we go even deeper into what each type looks like in real life—especially under stress and at their best.


Plus, Taylor breaks down wings (what they are, how they work) and answers one of the most power...

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Ever felt like personality tests just don’t “get” you? You’re not alone.

In this first part of our RV Queens Circles Enneagram workshop replay, we’re diving deep into how understanding your personality can completely shift how you work, communicate, and show up in your business. Whether you're new to the Enneagram or think you've heard it all before, this session brings it to life in a totally relatable way.


Enneagram ent...

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What if your personality could help you avoid burnout, create better content, and run a business that actually feels aligned?In this insightful episode, Kate chats with Taylor Smith of Refreshed Wellness on the Road about all things Enneagram—and how understanding your type can radically improve how you work, create, and connect.


Taylor is a yoga teacher, content creator, designer, and RV mama of three who’s deeply passionate ab...

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In this special 2-year anniversary episode, Kate flips the mic with her husband Drew to reflect on two years of building RV Queens into a thriving podcast and community for entrepreneurial women on the road.

What started as a passion project quickly turned into a real business—and then came the challenge of keeping it fun, light, and aligned with her values. Kate shares what it’s really taken behind the scenes to grow RV Queens with...

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In this heartfelt episode, Kate sits down with Kayla Mathieu of Wandering Past Limits to explore how your story—yes, even the messy parts—can become the foundation for a meaningful personal brand.

Kayla’s journey spans from high-stress RN and circus arts coach (seriously!) to full-time RV traveler, homeschooling mom, and wellness guide. But it didn’t start with a polished mission statement—it started with burnout, a family crisis, a...

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What happens when life takes a surprising turn and FORCES you to make a drastic change? 

For Stephanee Dellacruz, her husband’s unexpected medical retirement from the military turned their world upside down. But instead of seeing it as a setback, they took it as an opportunity to rethink everything—including how they wanted to live and work.

Now, Stephanee and her family travel full-time in an RV, having launched into RV life twice—t...

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Feel like your business finances are running you instead of the other way around? 


Maybe you set revenue goals, but deep down, you wonder if hitting them means sacrificing your time, freedom, or sanity.

Dora Rankin is a business coach and money mindset strategist who works with female entrepreneurs to help them break through limiting beliefs and scale their businesses with confidence. In this powerful workshop session, she introd...

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What if you could build your dream home on wheels, travel full-time, and not go broke doing it?

That’s exactly what today’s guest, Fiorella, has done—twice!In this episode, we dive into her journey from growing up in Bolivia to hitting the road in the U.S. with her husband, Zach.

Starting with a DIY shuttle bus conversion (with no building experience!), they eventually upgraded to a one-of-a-kind search and rescue truck turned cozy ...

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If you’ve ever wondered how to work with RV brands, land sponsorships, or even how manufacturers are adapting to the remote work revolution, this episode is for you.

Denise Chariya is the Director of Marketing at Thor Industries, the world’s largest RV manufacturer, and serves as the Board Chair of the RV Women’s Alliance. With a background spanning major brands like Unilever and Walgreens, Denise brings deep marketing expertise to ...

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Ever had one of those weeks where everything seems to go wrong?

This week, RV Queens Podcast host Kate White found herself completely knocked out by a mystery virus—six days in bed, zero energy, and absolutely no productivity. On top of that, unexpected expenses piled up, from truck repairs to insurance bills, and even her visiting in-laws (whom she loves) were sick too. It was one of those weeks.

As Kate rested, her mind kept runnin...

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Rachel Lathrop and her family traded in their traditional Michigan life for full-time RV living, and she’s not just surviving—she’s thriving! 


With a full-time remote job, two teaching gigs, and a PhD in the works (yes, really!), Rachel still found time to dive into content creation while traveling. (Oh, and did we mention her whole family is neurodivergent?)


In this honest and inspiring chat, Rachel shares how she balances a...

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