#86 🎙️ Military Retirement Podcast: Space-A Travel, RV Life, and Finding Adventure After Retirement

In this episode of the Military Retirement Podcast, John and Vic catch up after battling some technical challenges! They dive deep into the world of Space-A travel, adventure after retirement, travel stories, and even the lure of van life. From typhoon-survival stories to the perks and pitfalls of Space-A flights, this conversation is packed with humor, advice, and a little nostalgia.They also share insights about GS jobs, Schedule A hiring, and discuss how retirement isn’t the end — it’s just the start of bigger adventures.Timestamps:0:00 - Music intro0:26 - Back after technical difficulties0:40 - John recording from Scott AFB2:00 - Air Force vs Marine Corps quality of life comparisons4:00 - Luxuries of Air Force DFACs and chow halls6:00 - Random base encounters and veteran community stories7:00 - Space-A travel stories: C-5 rides, Dover experiences10:00 - The amazing people you meet when you slow down12:00 - Book review: Supercommunicators16:00 - Negotiation tactics from FBI negotiators20:00 - Body language, psychology, and reading people24:00 - Detailed breakdown: How to fly Space-A (retiree perspective)36:00 - Family adventures with Space-A travel40:00 - Planning European travel with kids45:00 - RV Life dreams and retirement adventures54:00 - Practical travel hacks: PCH drives, Airbnbs, and more1:10:00 - American vs European history experiences1:20:00 - PCS withdrawals after retirement1:27:00 - Keeping life adventurous post-military1:45:00 - How veterans can hack the GS hiring system1:53:00 - Reflections on aging, fitness, and staying active1:59:00 - Outro and upcoming guest announcement🔗 Links (FULL URL TEXT — no hyperlink hiding):Military Retirement Podcast Website:https://www.militaryretirementpodcast.comMilitary Retirement Group on Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/groups/981767756191573Bottom Line Up Front Book (Amazon):https://amzn.to/4jUiPkyThe Green Logbook YouTube Channel:https://youtube.com/@thegreenlogbookMilitary Retirement Podcast YouTube Channel:https://youtube.com/@militaryretirementpodcastSome links may result in commissions