Stephen Smalzel-Episode 2 Inside the Van: Building Freedom on Four Wheels

This is the Jim Bratton Podcast, and today we're back with Stephen Smalzel—artist, musician, and full-time van dweller—for part two of our conversation. Stephen shares the details of how he custom-built his Ford Transit into a fully functional, minimalist home on wheels, drawing from decades of nomadic experience. From layout decisions to cutting windows and ditching the bathroom, Stephen's thoughtful approach reveals how simplicity can fuel both freedom and creativity.