FnA Van Life
Frankie and Alex have been living the van life since 2019. They share their firsthand experiences from the road, along with stories from other nomads. The podcast helps listeners decide whether van life might be right for them.
Episodes
What No One Tells You About This Life... Day 164 of 365
Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New episode every day. Start with Day 1 if you're new here. 📍 Frankie N Alex Van Life Podcast — https://open.s
Where We Go from Here: Day 163 of 365
Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New episode every day. Start with Day 1 if you're new here. 📍 Frankie N Alex Van Life Podcast — https://open.s
Our Plan for the Twins... Day 162 of 365
Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New episode every day. Start with Day 1 if you're new here. 📍 Frankie N Alex Van Life Podcast — https://open.s
Why I'm Stopping Donations day 161 of 365
We are officially two weeks away from hitting the road! In today’s update, I’m making some major headway on the trailer build while also taking a moment to reflect on our journey so far. From the realities of living in a trailer with twins to navigating my ongoing ACL recovery, it’s been a whirlwind of a season for Frankie N Alex.I’m also sharing a pretty big update regarding the channel’s future
2 Weeks Until the Big Trip 160 of 365
We’re officially two weeks away from our big trip, and the pressure is on! Today, I’m wrapping up the work on the trailer’s shower and toilet area—it’s about 95% finished now, and I’m really stoked with how the epoxy and shelving turned out. Between the build, I’m also staying on top of my post-surgery knee recovery with some mobility exercises to make sure I’m ready for the road.I also had a grea
How We Handled Today’s Obstacles... Day 158 of 365
Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New episode every day. Start with Day 1 if you're new here. 📍 Frankie N Alex Van Life Podcast — https://open.s
Our Big Secret Is Finally Out! Day 157 of 365
Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New episode every day. Start with Day 1 if you're new here. 📍 Frankie N Alex Van Life Podcast — https://open.s
Why Today Was a Huge Win for Us... day 156 of 365
Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New episode every day. Start with Day 1 if you're new here. 📍 Frankie N Alex Van Life Podcast — https://open.s
A Look Inside Our Current Situation: Day 155 of 365
A Look Inside Our Current Situation: Day 155 of 365We’re officially at Day 155 of our 365-day journey, and today we wanted to give you a real, unfiltered look at where things stand. Living in the trailer while trying to make progress on the build comes with its own set of challenges, and some days feel heavier than others.In this update, we’re sharing the reality of our current living situation, t
DIY Trailer Build Update & AI Thoughts: Day 159 of 365
Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New episode every day. Start with Day 1 if you're new here. 📍 Frankie N Alex Van Life Podcast — https://open.s
A 20 Minute Look at This Phase of My Life... Day 154 of 365
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362In today’s video, we’re taking a 20-minute deep dive into our current phase of life as we reach Day 154 of our 365-day challenge. Living a nomad lifestyle and building an off-grid home comes with its own set of unique challenges and rewards, and today we wanted to share an honest, unedited look a
60 Days In An RV: Our Honest Thoughts (Day 143)
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362We’ve officially hit the 60-day mark of living in our RV full-time! In today's video, we’re sitting down to have an honest conversation about how we really feel after two months on the road. Is RV life everything we thought it would be, or are the challenges starting to add up?From managi
The Truth About Living in a 37ft Trailer OFFGRID... day 152 of 365
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362The Truth About Living in a 37ft Trailer OFFGRID... day 152 of 365In Day 152 of our 365-day vlogging journey, we’re sharing the real, raw side of off-grid living in Ontario, Canada. From the daily joys of family life in our 37ft Hideout trailer to the stressful reality of finding a new living
What I Wish My Dad Could See Right Now... Day 151 of 365
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362We are officially at Day 150 of our 365-day journey! 🚐✨ The finish line for this build is finally in sight, and we can’t wait to show you how much closer we are to being completely done. It’s been a wild ride to get here, but seeing it all come together makes every late night worth it.After a
Our 365 Day Journey: 150 Days In and Almost Done!
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362We are officially at Day 150 of our 365-day journey! 🚐✨ The finish line for this build is finally in sight, and we can’t wait to show you how much closer we are to being completely done. It’s been a wild ride to get here, but seeing it all come together makes every late night worth it.After a
I Have To do This So My Family Can Be Comfortable... Day 149 of 365
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362 Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New ep
First-Time Dad Reality Check: Toddler Edition... Day 148 of 365
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362The Reality of Parenting a Toddler & Van Build Progress | Day 148 of 365What is it actually like being a first-time parent to a toddler? In today’s vlog (Day 148 of our 365-day journey), we’re giving you an honest look at the "witching hour," toddler tantrums, and how we’re lear
Behind the Scenes: Today’s Progress... day 147 of 365
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362We are back in the garage and officially making headway on the next phase of the build! On Day 147 of our 365-day challenge, the focus is all on the trailer’s progress—from tackling the interior details to getting the structure exactly where it needs to be. It feels great to see these project
Toddler Energy Is On Another Level Today (Day 146)
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362Join us for a peak into our real life as we navigate another day of our 365-day journey. Tonight was one of those evenings where toddler energy was on a completely different level! From living our best life to the chaotic, silly moments before bed, we’re sharing the honest truth of our curren
We Made Extra Cash Selling Our Old Stuff.. Day 145 of 365
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362 In today’s vlog, we’re clearing out the old to make room for the new! We managed to pull in an extra $450 just by selling some gear we weren't using anymore—including our Gen 1 Starlink and an old drone. It’s amazing how much a quick declutter can help with the grocery and fuel budget!Ba
This Is My Real Life For 20 Minutes.. Day 144 of 365
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362Welcome to 20 minutes of my real, unfiltered life. As we continue this 365-day journey, I wanted to take a moment to step away from the highlights and just show you what a typical day actually looks like for us. No fancy edits, no script—just the raw reality of navigating our daily routine, t
60 Days In An RV: Our Honest Thoughts (Day 143)
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362We’ve officially hit the 60-day mark of living in our RV full-time! In today's video, we’re sitting down to have an honest conversation about how we really feel after two months on the road. Is RV life everything we thought it would be, or are the challenges starting to add up?From managi
Making Progress On Our Tiny Home Bathroom... Day 142 of 365
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362The DIY trailer tiny home build continues! Today, we are finally tackling one of the biggest milestones yet: the bathroom area. Since we are building this entire home from scratch on a trailer, every inch counts, and the bathroom is proving to be a fun (and challenging) puzzle.In this video,
Playing Outside Before Bed? Is This A GOOD IDEA... Day 141 of 365
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362Bedtime can be a struggle, but we’ve found the perfect secret: burning off that extra toddler energy outside! Join us for tonight’s dad and daughter hangout as we play, run, and explore before it’s time to wind down for sleep.In this video, we’re sharing:Our favorite outdoor activities to tir
How We’re Handling the Unexpected... Day 140 of 365
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362 Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New ep
We Came Home To A Nightmare In Our Trailer... Day 139 of 365
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362We came home to a nightmare in our travel trailer... and it’s not the news we wanted on Day 139 of our 365-day road trip. 🚐💔 After being away, we discovered a major water leak that has caused significant damage inside our home on wheels. In today's vlog, we’re assessing the trailer water
Wow We Really Needed This... Day 138 of 365
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362 Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New ep
Reflecting While Cooking Kebabs At Our Friends Cottage... Day 137 of 365
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362 Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New ep
A REAL LOOK Into A DAY of MY LIFE... DAY 136 of 365
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362 Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New ep
What you can expect from a Lock on the Great American Loop Day 135 of 365
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362 Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New ep
We Moved Onto A House Boat with Friends What Can Go WRONG Day 134
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362 Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New ep
Why We’re Staying at a Marina (Day 133)
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362 Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New ep
Boating Tradition & A Hilarious Game Night... Day 132 of 365
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362 Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New ep
I THINK I'M BURNT OUT... Day 131 of 365
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362 Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what this channel earns in donations goes to charity. Every single dollar. New ep
130 Days of Consistency: An RV Upgrade I Love
Donate now to Support Alzheimer's Research for Brighter Futures👉 GoFundMe — https://gofund.me/32de3a362 Follow Emmett https://youtube.com/@EWS-Elevate-with-speed?si=4oo9iXIuW7D1x7t-Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and a business. 100% of what
We Forgot the Most Important Thing... Day 129 of 365
Donate Now👉 GoFundMe — https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-alzheimers-research-for-brighter-futures In this video, Frankie and Alex take their RV out for a first-ever camping trip with long-time friends, balancing the fun of group travel with the realities of living on the road. From managing RV maintenance projects to navigating the challenges of camping with a toddler and a dog, this vlog capture
Off-Grid Projects and Parenting Realities (Day 128)
Donate Now 👉 GoFundMe — https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-alzheimers-research-for-brighter-futuresDay 129 of 365: Today we’re diving into the reality of off-grid projects, the lessons we've learned after 7 years on YouTube, and the constant balancing act of parenting while building this life. Whether it’s trail maintenance or navigating the "yacht club" path, every day brings a new
She Picked the Funniest Pirate Name day 127 of 365
Donate Now👉 GoFundMe — https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-alzheimers-research-for-brighter-futuresSpending Day 127 of our 365-day challenge at the park! Today we’re diving into some family history as Alex shares memories of growing up here, including the fascinating (and a bit mysterious) stories behind the abandoned cottages and the 100-year government leases.Plus, Everly takes on her new role as
The Reality of Our Business Costs | Day 126
Donated Now👉 GoFundMe — https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-alzheimers-research-for-brighter-futures?utm_campaign=fp_below_fold&utm_content=amp20_t1&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link&lang=en_US&attribution_id=sl%3A3cc518cd-3856-4a2f-8d4d-783f20c7d84e&ts=1784684320 Today is a big day for us as we launch a new mission. We’re starting a GoFundMe to support Alzheimer’s re
We Have Big News To Share Day 125 of 365
Donate Directly to The Non-Profit this month👉 GoFundMe — https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-alzheimers-research-for-brighter-futures?utm_campaign=fp_sharesheet&utm_content=amp20_t1&utm_medium=customer&utm_source=copy_link&lang=en_US&attribution_id=sl%3A3cc518cd-3856-4a2f-8d4d-783f20c7d84e&ts=1784683344We have some big news to share! Today is Day 125, and it’s a milestone we
A Special Connection Between Generations | Day 124
Welcome back to Frankie N Alex! In today's video, we’re slowing things down and focusing on the beauty of family and connection. Day 124 is all about a heart-to-heart across generations—capturing those sweet, quiet moments that remind us what truly matters.Whether it's sharing stories, life updates, or just enjoying each other's company, these are the memories we want to hold onto. We
Life Update, Spiders, & Our New Videographer | Day 123
In today's video, we’re catching you up on everything happening in our world lately. Between the usual daily chaos and some big life updates, there’s never a dull moment.Alex ran into a bit of a "spider situation" that required some extra hands, and Everly officially decided she’s ready to step behind the lens as our newest videographer! We’re so excited to share these little milesto
Why We Left Everything for Family | Day 122
In today’s vlog, we take a break from the usual tiny home build to focus on what matters most: family. We’re in a beautiful part of Canada staying with Alex’s aunt, who is navigating life with dementia. We’re sharing the highs and lows of the trip—from the smoke-filled skies keeping us inside to the simple joy of Everly learning to count (mostly!). We also give a quick update on our channel securi
Coffee and what our morning looks like.. (Day 121)
Welcome to Day 121 of our 365-day homestead journey! 🌲 After a busy Day 120 preparing for our guests and perfecting that New York-style pizza dough, we're taking things a bit slower this morning to show you what life actually looks like for us as the sun comes up.Mornings on the homestead are a mix of routine, chores, and family time. From the first cup of coffee to getting the kids settled an
Getting Ready for New Arrivals | Day 120
It’s Day 120 of our 365-day journey! Today is all about preparation as we get ready for some very special guests to arrive. We’re hosting "Mathers on the Map" (Kevin, Taye, and their family) for dinner, and I’m taking you along as I make my go-to pizza dough from scratch.In this video, I walk through my process for a New York-style crust using a 24-hour fermented polish. Whether you'
This Is Our Homestead Reality $700,000 (Day 119)
It’s Day 119 of our homestead journey and we just received some news that changes everything. 🏡 We found out the property we’ve been building our dreams on might not be available to us for much longer, and we’re facing a massive $700,000 decision. Can we actually make this work?In today’s vlog: ⚡️ Off-Grid Solutions: Frankie jerry-rigged a solar setup to keep us cool during a 33°C heatwave. See ho
We Didn't Expect This Today... Day 118
"Day 118: A day of surprises. 🚐✨ We’re sharing the reality of what’s happening with our build and our family right now. It wasn't what we expected, but we're making it work. Thanks for following along on our adventure!Key Updates Today:Family News: A look at how we're navigating today's unexpected turn.Build Progress: Dealing with a surprise challenge in the RV.Next Steps: Wha
The truth about working in an HOA vs. Here (Day 117)
Day 117 of 365: Getting things done on our own terms.We’re officially closing in on being a third of the way through this 365-day vlog series! It’s wild how fast the time is flying, but looking back at the daily progression makes every bit of the effort feel worth it.In today’s vlog, we’re making some much-needed upgrades to our mobile setup. I’m tackling some evening sanding to finish up the new
This is Honestly the Worst Part of Our RV ( Day 116)
Day 116 of our 365-day challenge is here, and today we’re getting real about the challenges of life on the road. While we love this lifestyle, there’s one specific part that has been a major struggle lately, and we wanted to share the honest truth with you.In this video, we break down what makes this particular aspect of RV living so difficult, how we’re managing it, and why it’s something you def
We’re Finally Seeing the Finish Line | Day 115
We’ve officially hit day 115, and for the first time, it feels like the finish line is actually in sight! After weeks of hard work and constant problem-solving, today was all about those big visual changes that make a house finally start feeling like a home.In this update, we’re walking you through the latest progress on the build, sharing the small wins that kept us going today, and giving you a
Why We’re Diving Into Pinterest (Day 114)
In today’s vlog, we’re taking a breather to give you a full life update and share some behind-the-scenes progress on our latest projects! From the technical details of the trailer build to how we’re navigating our new daily routine, there’s a lot to catch up on.We dive deep into:The Trailer Build: Frankie shares the latest on the shower pan form and the next steps for Betty.Life on the Road vs. Re
Trailer Build Progress and ACL Rehab | Day 113
Things are moving fast on Day 113! I'm deep into the trailer build, working on a custom epoxy shower pan and finally getting our new power system installed.It’s not just about the build, though—it’s also 9 weeks since my ACL surgery. I’m pushing through a late-night bike session to make sure my rehab stays on track for physical therapy tomorrow.From electrical troubleshooting to sunset bike ri
Upgrading My Tiny Home Build Out (day 112 of 365)
Day 112 is all about accountability and making things right. Today, I’m tackling a major mistake in Betty’s power system. While the current setup has served us well, I realized it was under-designed for the specific demands of our air conditioning unit—something I should have caught during the initial planning phase.In this video, I’m cleaning up the "rat’s nest" of wiring and installing
Everything is Finally Coming Together (Day 111)
Things are moving faster than we ever expected! Join us for Day 111 as we navigate some big changes and share what we’ve discovered today. It’s a bit of a whirlwind, but we’re so glad to have you along for the ride as this new chapter unfolds.In this video:Reflecting on the journey to Day 111The big news we didn't see comingWhat's next for us and the channelIf you're new here, we'r
We Didn't See This Coming (Day 110)
Welcome back to Frankie N Alex! Today marks Day 110 of our 365-day journey, and to be honest, we didn't see this coming. As we reach this milestone, we're taking a moment to reflect on everything that has changed and what it means for our next chapter. Thank you for being part of this adventure with us—every comment and view means the world. Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://yout
The Good, The Bad, & The Worst Vacations | Day 109
In today’s video, we’re taking a walk down memory lane and ranking the best and worst vacations we’ve ever been on. From dream destinations that lived up to the hype to total travel disasters we’ll never forget, we’re sharing the honest truth about our travel experiences. Whether it was a luxury getaway or a camping trip gone wrong, we’ve learned a lot along the way. Grab a snack and join us for s
Why We’re Sleeping At A Stranger’s House | Day 108
Welcome back to the journey! Day 108 turned out to be a day we truly won't forget. In today’s vlog, we’re sharing a deeply personal look at the highs and lows of this 365-day challenge, from the quiet moments on the farm to the big realizations that keep us moving forward.As we navigate life in our camper van and work on our DIY projects, some days just hit differently. Today was one of those
We’re Staying at a Stranger’s House for Free (day 107)
We’re officially on our way! Today marks Day 107 of our 365-day vlogging challenge, and we’re celebrating with a 4-hour road trip to a secret mountain getaway.In this vlog, we’re sharing a sneaky hint about our location, discussing the “cardinal sin” of eating Domino’s pizza when you’re a pizza lover, and explaining how we’re using Trusted Housesitters to make this family trip possible without the
We’re Finally Making This Happen... Day 106
Welcome back to Day 106 of our 365-day journey! After a lot of planning and a few slow mornings, we are finally tackling some of the biggest projects on our trailer. It feels so good to move past the "to-do" list and actually start seeing these changes take shape.In today’s vlog, we’re sharing the highs and lows of the build, our daily routine as a family on the road, and the small wins
Fixing the Trailer and Feeling Grateful | Day 105
It’s Day 105 of our 365-day journey, and today is all about making progress—both on our home and with our community. We’re diving back into trailer repairs to get everything functioning just right, but the biggest highlight is a heartfelt update about our channel and the incredible support you’ve shown us.We’re feeling beyond grateful for this journey and for all of you who are riding along with u
A Huge Relief for Our Family | Day 104
Today is Day 101 of our 365-day vlogging challenge, and it’s easily the toughest day Alex and I have faced in our seven years as creators. We woke up to every creator's nightmare: our main YouTube channel, FNA Life, has been hacked and stolen.In this video, we share the story of how it happened through a sophisticated sponsorship scam, the impact it has on our livelihood and family, and why th
Why We Might Lose Thousands of Dollars (Day 103)
The reality of our channel being hacked has finally started to set in, and it’s a lot more than just losing access to our videos. In today's update (Day 103), we’re breaking down the actual cost of this hack—from the immediate loss of AdSense to the thousands of dollars at stake with our upcoming brand deals and sponsorships.YouTube is the core of everything we do, and without it, our entire &
Will We Ever Get Our Channel Back? (Day 102)
It has been a long and incredibly stressful few days since we lost access to our main channel, Frankie & Alex. On Day 102 of our daily vlog, we’re sharing a major update on the recovery process, the emails we’ve been getting from Google and YouTube, and the reality of what it’s like to have your livelihood hijacked.We’re still fighting to get it all back, but it’s a waiting game now. In this u
Our Jobs Were STOLEN (Day 101)
Today is Day 101 of our 365-day vlogging challenge, and it’s easily the toughest day Alex and I have faced in our seven years as creators. We woke up to every creator's nightmare: our main YouTube channel, FNA Life, has been hacked and stolen.In this video, we share the story of how it happened through a sophisticated sponsorship scam, the impact it has on our livelihood and family, and why th
A Huge Milestone for Our Family Day 100
Things look a little different today... because we are officially living in the trailer! 🏠✨ It’s Day 100 of our 365-day commitment, and what a day to hit such a big milestone.Between moving the last of our things, getting Paco cleaned up (meet Paco Silky Smooth!), and Everly testing out her new light-up shoes, it’s been a busy one. We’re also diving into some technical stuff—checking battery usage
Is This Really Happening? | Day 99
We can’t believe we’ve actually made it to Day 99. Tomorrow is the big 100, but today felt like the perfect moment to stop, look back, and process everything that’s happened over the last few months.From the surgery and recovery to the van life meetups and every wild sunset in between, this journey has been more than we ever expected. Thank you for being part of this daily ritual with us—it’s your
Shower Build Chaos and Progress | Day 98
Welcome back to the trailer build! Today is all about the shower, and in true Frankie & Alex fashion, it’s a mix of steady progress and a healthy dose of DIY chaos.Building in such a small space always comes with its own set of challenges, and the shower is no exception. We’re figuring it out as we go, making mistakes, and celebrating the wins along the way. Whether you're here for the tec
The Reality of Our Daily Journey | Day 97
Every day of this 365-day challenge brings something new, but today felt like a true reflection of the reality we’re living right now. From the quiet morning routine to the unexpected hurdles that pop up when you're balancing family, work, and life on the road, it’s all part of the journey.In this video, we’re taking you along for a "normal" day that reminds us why we started this in
We Needed This Moment Together Day 96
Sometimes life moves so fast that you forget to stop and just take it all in. Today was Father’s Day, and it turned out to be exactly what I needed—a chance to slow down, reconnect with old friends, and reflect on the journey of being a dad.In this video, I’m sharing some stories from my childhood, reminiscing about the friends who shaped who I am today, and catching a truly stunning sunset with t
Fighting an Uphill Battle Today | Day 95
Today was an absolute uphill battle at the hideout, but I finally won!I spent the entire day trying to get the water system running, only to discover that mice had chewed through the back lines. It turned into a massive project of sealing leaks, cleaning up mouse damage (it was gross), and troubleshooting plumbing issues one by one. Despite the setbacks and working solo today, we officially have h
Is This Too Much Too Soon? | Day 94
Today is Day 94 of our 365-day vlog challenge! I’m just coming from physical therapy and feeling incredibly encouraged by the progress I’ve made since surgery. It’s wild how the small steps really start to accumulate.In this video, I’m diving into some of our travel plans, including our goal to get Everly to 20 countries by the time she’s five! I also share one of our favorite ways to travel affor
This is Crazy to ME... Day 93
I can’t believe we’ve made it to Day 93! Some things just catch you completely off guard, and today was definitely one of those days. 🤯In today’s vlog, we’re diving into something that truly blew my mind. Whether you're here for the daily updates or just checking in on our journey, thanks for being part of the adventure. Life moves fast, and sharing these "crazy" moments with you all
The Secret to Our New Sliding RV Toilet... day 92
In Day 92 of our 365-day journey, we are finally revealing the secret to our new sliding RV toilet! If you’ve ever struggled with small bathroom layouts in a camper or van, this DIY RV renovation hack is a total game-changer for saving space.We’re also diving deep into our plans for the RV shower and making some big decisions for Betty’s layout. Between Home Depot runs and dealing with unexpected
A Peaceful Evening Sunset ACL Rehab and What's Coming up... Day 91
Sometimes you just need to get outside and clear your head. Today we're taking you along for a peaceful evening bike ride as we wind down Day 91 of our 365-day challenge. It’s been a whirlwind lately, so this quiet moment was exactly what we needed to reset.We also have some exciting updates to share about what’s coming up next for us! We’ve been planning a few things behind the scenes and can
Cleaning Up & Looking Ahead: Van Life Event Recap (Day 90 of 365)
We made it to Day 90! Today we’re winding down after an incredible weekend at the van life meetup here in Canada. It’s been a whirlwind of catching up with old friends like Lance, meeting new faces in the community, and even a little competitive tetherball (Frankie is still claiming the crown, even with the knee surgery!).The first day of these events is always high-energy and a bit draining, but
Laughter, Chaos, and Hypothetical Questions | Day 89
Welcome back to Day 89 of our 365-day journey! Today, things get a little wild as we dive into a game of hypothetical questions. If you’re looking for laughter, chaos, and a glimpse into how our minds work, you’re in the right place. From the "what ifs" to the completely absurd, we’re joking around and sharing some hilarious moments that you won’t want to miss.In this video, Frankie and
This is What HAPPENS When It RAINS at a Vanlife Meet up...day 88 of 365
We cannot wait to move into our homestead but Frankie is fresh out of ACL surgery and has to be healthy before we can get there. Never a dull moment. Here is 20 minutes of our day and we will see you tomorrow. Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and
The First Day at a Van Life Meet up is A Lot... day 87
We cannot wait to move into our homestead but Frankie is fresh out of ACL surgery and has to be healthy before we can get there. Never a dull moment. Here is 20 minutes of our day and we will see you tomorrow. Start on Day 1 if you are new here: https://youtu.be/_ydNTMUxuOA We're Frankie and Alex. Five years full-time van life, now part-time nomads travelling internationally with a toddler and
To the Women Who Shaped Me A Raw and Honest Letter Day 86
New episode every day. Start with Day 1 if you're new here. 📍 Frankie N Alex Van Life Podcast — https://open.spotify.com/show/4ArbTk9HKiuxMKaop2kzLz📍 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/fnalife/📍 Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Fnalife/📍 Website — https://www.fnavanlife.com #offgrid #dailyvlog #365days #vanlifefamily #reallife #unfiltered #lifewithtoddler #family #homestead #vanlifecoupl
Getting My DIY Camper Ready for an Event Day 85
New episode every day. Start with Day 1 if you're new here. 📍 Frankie N Alex Van Life Podcast — https://open.spotify.com/show/4ArbTk9HKiuxMKaop2kzLz📍 Instagram — https://www.instagram.com/fnalife/📍 Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/Fnalife/📍 Website — https://www.fnavanlife.com #offgrid #dailyvlog #365days #vanlifefamily #reallife #unfiltered #lifewithtoddler #family #homestead #vanlifecoupl
