Kerouacs Cruising | Where Off-Grid Living Meets Soulful Awakening

We pulled into Paiute Reservoir (Utah) to an empty shoreline, glassy water, and a hard reset on gratitude. This is the life we once dreamed about—now we’re living it. In this episode: lakeside camping, wildfire scooper planes skimming water, camper-vs-tent comfort in the heat, and the honest truck fixes that keep us rolling.

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North of Junction and near Marysvale, Utah, we scored a serene two-night spot at Paiute Reservoir...

If you’ve dreamed of writing a book but feel like an imposter, this episode is your permission slip. EP House founder Kristin Hernquist Bentley breaks down how real books get made—idea to manuscript to publishing—why showing up daily beats chasing goals, and how writing becomes a healing, life-changing practice.

We go deep on the author journey: overcoming author-imposter syndrome, choosing between traditional, indie, and self-publ...

Crystal-clear waters, free camping, and wide-open Wyoming skies 🌄—this week’s stop at Lake Cameahwait felt like a private oasis. But road life always brings challenges too, from overheated transmissions to tricky campsite searches. In this episode of Kerouacs Cruising, we share our camping wins, RV park review, and road trip lessons learned.

We also revisit the fun of Red Lodge’s car show, reconnect with old friends, and prep for U...

What if your bloodwork says you’re “fine,” but your body tells a different story? In this episode of Kerouacs Cruising, Cara shares her raw health journey—hormone imbalances, adrenal fatigue, gut health struggles, and how functional medicine and self-love are helping her heal beyond surface-level “solutions.”

Cara opens up about elimination diets, trauma’s impact on health, and finding a doctor who finally listened. This is a story ...

Red Lodge, Montana gave us everything—free camping at Willow Creek, authentic Philly cheesesteaks, and new friends with incredible road trip stories. But it wasn’t all smooth: our truck overheated again, and campground hunting tested our patience. In this episode, we share the joys, challenges, and lessons of living nomadically on the road.

From birthday rock climbing in Post Falls to VW van-life tales, this chapter is full of conne...

At Lightning Creek, Idaho, we lived the dream—floating in the creek, cooking fireside meals, fixing our camper, and soaking in rare moments of family magic. In this episode of Kerouacs Cruising, we share the highs and lows of off-grid living: unreliable Starlink, redneck fixes, and the deep gratitude that fuels our nomadic journey.

From EFT tapping breakdowns to joyful creek days with our grandbaby, this chapter reminds us that even...

Join us as we talk with Jade Beaty—author, healer, and courageous storyteller—about surviving toxic secrets, sexual healing, and breaking generational trauma. This episode explores:

• Complex trauma healing, rooted in family systems and difficult histories
• The healing power of embracing spiritual sexuality without shame
• How to reclaim personal identity when family and history feel hidden—or harmful
• The intersection of creative expres...

When you’re living the dispersed camping life, you have to roll with the punches—and sometimes those punches come from the logging crew.

In this episode, we share how our dream campsite near family got cut short when Idaho land managers asked us to pack up—fast. From soggy tear-downs to long drives and doggy mishaps, we cover the chaos, the stress, and the unexpected blessings that landed us back in one of our all-time favorite camp...

In this deeply moving episode, we sit down with Kari England—an Akashic record keeper, intuitive healer, and co-author of Together We Rise: The Wounded Healer's Enlightened Journey to a Collective Ascension. From generational healing to quantum spirituality, Kari shares her powerful story of awakening, stepping out of the spiritual closet, and learning to trust the divine blueprint within.

We explore:

• What the Akashic Records rea...

Stranded on a mountain? In this raw and real episode of Kerouac’s Cruising, Cara and James take us along for the ride—literally—as they navigate the highs and lows of camper life from Idaho to Montana. From overheating engines on narrow mountain roads to breathtaking lake days and a magical Fourth of July spent on a private overlook, this leg of their journey is packed with lessons in surrender, adaptability, and laugh...

Ditch the cookie-cutter life! Join us as we dive into authentic living with Mary Black, host of Beyond the Cookie Cutter. Discover how to break free from stereotypes and carve your own path!

In this episode, Mary shares her mission to empower women through her Women and Wealth program, blending financial literacy with mindset tools to conquer subconscious blocks. Together, we explore books like Think and Grow Rich and The Gap and th...

In this powerful final session of the Together We Rise Summit, we dive into what it means to embody our healing and lead from a higher frequency. Join Dr. David Milgram, Portia Ryan, and Laura Kimmel in a deeply moving and poetic conversation about bringing our inner work into everyday life.

💫 Topics explored:

• How to live your healing through mind-body-spirit alignment
• The dance of remembrance and staying grounded amidst chaos
• Lea...

We explore the sacred intelligence of the human body—particularly the cerebrospinal fluid (CSF)—and how its flow impacts brain health, aging, and our overall well-being, in this illuminating continuation of our conversation with cranial chiropractor and healer Dr. David Milgram

Dr. Milgram shares stories that will move you—about miraculous recoveries, ancient wisdom from Hopi elders, and the body’s powerful ability to regenerate whe...

On the Road with Our Travel Trailer: Kerouacs Cruising’s First Boondocking Adventure

In this episode of Kerouacs Cruising, we take you behind the scenes of our first multi-day journey with our new travel trailer—from Arizona to Utah to Idaho! From high winds and sketchy GPS routes to leveling lessons and backroad boondocking, we share the highs, the hiccups, and everything in between.

We also reflect on:

• Why dispersed camping is s...

What if true healing doesn’t happen in solitude—but in sacred community?

In this powerful episode from Day 4 of the Together We Rise summit, we dive into the theme of Healing in Sacred Community with co-authors Ramona Langham, Sylvie Stuart, and Kerouac's Cruising hosts Cara and James Kerouac.

Together, we unpack what it means to move from isolation to connection, to rewrite our stories in the presence of those who see and hold us. T...

What happens when a doctor trades hustle for healing?

Join us on this soul-nourishing episode as we sit down with Dr. Beth Claxton—OBGYN, functional medicine expert, and fellow co-author of Together We Rise. We explore her radical journey from overworked physician to empowered healer and advocate for mindful living.

Dr. Beth shares how slowing down and surrendering changed everything: from discovering Ayurveda to launching a holistic...

What parts of you were silenced in the wake of trauma? How do you begin to listen to your body again, rebuild your identity, and trust the voice within?

In this soul-stirring Day 3 panel of the Together We Rise summit, we’re joined by co-authors Dr. Leah Teekell-Taylor, Kevin Stuart, Raman Rose Kaur, and Kaatje Jones to explore how reclaiming the self is one of the most radical forms of healing.

Together, we unpack:

• The armor we b...

What if your deepest pain held the key to your sacred purpose?

In this emotionally powerful episode from Day 2 of the Together We Rise Summit, we explore “The Alchemy of Pain”—how suffering, loss, and grief can be transmuted into personal power, advocacy, healing, and deeper connection.

You’ll hear inspiring stories from:

🌿 Kayla Tassone – Psychic medium and healer, whose childhood trauma and spiritual awakening helped her embrace he...

What if your deepest wound held the key to your greatest wisdom?

Welcome to a powerful and heartfelt kickoff to the Together We Rise Virtual Summit! In this episode, we dive into the theme “From Wound to Wisdom: Owning the Power of Your Healing Journey” with three incredible co-authors from the upcoming book Together We Rise—Dr. Michelle LaMasa-Dawson, Kari Vest England, and Dr. Beth Claxton.

Together, they unpack:

🌱 The pivotal wou...