Living in a Honda Element: 2 Years After Selling Everything w/​⁠​⁠

Living in a Honda Element for 2 years with ‪@NinthElement‬ Stay tuned till the end to find out about her new surprise build out.
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Intro (0:00)
Why Did You Start To Live In A Honda Element? (2:12)
Vanlife In A Westfalia (6:12)
Vanlife in Mexico (8:34)
First Day In Element Life (19:55)
Spicy Secret? (23:28)
Why Is Your Element Called Ninth? (23:50)
Burning My Life To The Ground (27:55)
Starting KZbin? (28:48)
Secret Build? (36:03)
Why A Honda Element? (39:44)
Whats your favorite part of the Element Community? (50:00)
#hondaelement

[@StephenAldaco]

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[@MarigoldRLM]

2 of the most genuine and fun people in the Element community! Loved this one!

[@katcampbell87]

I loved the great energy and flow to this video. Her bubbly personality was awesome. Loved that she was like an OG van lifer. The crazy stories and the unexpected are what make it great travelling. Was a pleasure as always watching your video Stephen. 😊

[@StephenAldaco]

Thank you thank you Kat!! Yeah she’s the real deal vanlifer I loved hearing her story and sharing it! Thanks for always being here 🫶

[@_craig_macc]

This is one of the best interviews you did Stephen!

[@StephenAldaco]

Thank you Craig I really enjoyed doing it as well. I have a few more fun ones lined up so stay tuned.

[@_craig_macc]

@@StephenAldaco most definitely!

[@susanf9862]

Great interview with you both. Love my Element. "If you know, you know."

[@StephenAldaco]

Thank you Susan! Iykyk 🫶

[@bobbycampos6576]

This was such an amazing interview. Always loved Mindy before but the way she opened up and let us all in was truly heart warming and I for one appreciate it. Also kudos to you and your interviewing skills to know when to pull back and let her go. So many talk all over their guests and ruin it. You two truly ROCK!!!! Thanks again!! 👍🏻👍🏻👊🏽

[@StephenAldaco]

Bobby! Thanks for listening amigo. Yeah it was really easy to rap with Mindy she has a lot of knowledge to share so happy we got to make this happen. You coming to the meet in February?

[@bobbycampos6576]

@@StephenAldaco Hoping to make the one at the slabs with Coz but probably not the NorCal

[@Rexodus014]

Nice interview both of you. You both are just the kind of mindsets that Honda Elements attract. So refreshing ... and inspiring ... the easy-going freedom you describe when in your elements !

[@StephenAldaco]

Thanks Rex appreciate you being here amigo! Chill vibes 😎

[@ajt0319]

55 minutes went by so quickly. Great interview. Congrats on the latest addition Mindy. It’ll be fun watching your build. Stephen you’ve got a nice way about you and your interviews have a gentle, chill flow.

[@StephenAldaco]

Amazing amigo thank you so much for watching. Really Mindy made it so easy to flow with. I am curious would you prefer to see these videos on a separate channel dedicated to this format or you don’t mind them sprinkled in?

[@Adrian_Lee6113]

Same channel is fine! In my opinion.

[@StephenAldaco]

@@Adrian_Lee6113 thank you that’s been the consensus so far!

[@Element_lifestyle]

Nice interview Stephen. Thank you Mindy for sharing part of your life to us. I learned a lot from Mindy when it comes to Car camping, I remember I pop out my ecamper in the parking lot of “in and out” because of Mindy advice and now I’m not scared to open it anywhere if I have to. Mindy is a pro when it comes to car camping, making a camp fire, finding places where to camp , etc . Hope to camp soon again with you Mindy. 😎✌️

[@StephenAldaco]

Miguel! Thanks for listening bro. Mindy is amazing I can’t wait for us all to camp together soon 🙏

[@NinthElement]

That was fun. Thank you for having me on your Podcast and your friendship. Without our Elements we may have never met. #BringBackHondaElement. Hugs & Cheers!

[@StephenAldaco]

Mindy! Thank you so much for being vulnerable and sharing your story! I am inspired to get more into my element after hanging with you 🎉. Maybe a trip to Mexico is in my future too 🤔

[@HotRod-wv4vm]

Eastcoast Elementmeetups is also scheduling some meetups in PA and other states

[@StephenAldaco]

Let’s go!! A bit far from me this time around but I’m hoping to be at elements on the dragon this year.

[@HotRod-wv4vm]

@@StephenAldaco I am hoping to attend as well

[@HotRod-wv4vm]

@@StephenAldacoEastcoastelementmeetups just had a live viewing the other day and I gave your name to everyone on the viewing. Hopefully they will join your KZbin channel

[@Molly.Starshine]

This was such a cute interview! Can't wait to camp with y'all again! ❤

[@patriciatwalsh4479]

I really enjoyed this interview with ninth element. She is so genuine and I appreciate her not being a joiner I feel that way. I think it’s important to be in positive company. It’s important to keep some of yourself to yourself. People do use your information against you not everyone but some people it to others. I love following her travels. Anxious to see your 10th element build. I love swivel seats . I would like two for my Pacifica & my Jetta. I just looked at a 2006 Element from Texas all wheel drive $4200. 126,000 miles no rust top shape nice interior. Can’t convince my husband to let me get it. I’m in love with the element . Love the size. Great interview😊❤

[@shirleydierolf2139]

I really get her!! I am also an Element person and in the last few years realized I need to travel before it's too late. Loss of loved ones really makes a person reassess their lives. I don't date either..been there done that. Yeah, you do become a little selfish to make your desires happen..but you can still be a good and caring person. I follow her channel but this was a great interview.

[@StephenAldaco]

Thanks for hanging with us. You’re so right having such an extreme loss will definitely make you re-prioritize your life. Mindy is amazing we love her 👍

[@HotRod-wv4vm]

My dad once told me that a friend is a dollar in your pocket once you don’t have that dollar you have no friends 😮 like 9th Element I very reserved when it comes to people. I can also sympathize with her losing 9 people. I lost my wife in October, her sister in March and my nephew in August. Thanks for the interview.

[@StephenAldaco]

Sorry for your loss. Yes Mindy really has a great story and we can all learn a lot from her. Thanks for being there and tuning into our interview!

[@bdmenne]

This was Wholesome. I like how flexible you are Stephen in these interviews. Who knew a “vanlife” could have a cozy sit down in the ACTUAL rig the guest lives out of?! ElementLifers knew, that’s who.

[@SheTookTheLongWayHome]

Mindy, we usually see your easy, breezy, fun side, but I have to say I really liked seeing the deeper side of you and your experience and philosophy. I'm so sorry about the losses you suffered, so many all at once. I can't even imagine the grief and trauma. I'm also curious about the preppers you mentioned coming for you. What on earth set them off?

[@StephenAldaco]

Yeah it was nice for Mindy to share that side of her with us all. Thank you for being here and enjoying the podcast!

[@sandracarter2905]

Great people!

[@StephenAldaco]

Thank you Sandra! 🫶

[@umadbro6359]

That was a great interview. I laughed, I cried, and I was inspired. Thank you Mindy for sharing you story ❤

[@StephenAldaco]

I’m so glad you enjoyed! Mindy has such an incredible story I can’t wait to catch up with her again and do some more interviews in the future.

[@NilDreams]

Great interview! Always enjoy you two!

[@StephenAldaco]

Thanks for hanging with us!

[@bmcsorl7370]

Best interview, I loved it.

[@StephenAldaco]

I am so glad I loved having Mindy on and already have more guests lined up so stay tuned!

[@tinaslouise]

Great interview Stephen.

[@StephenAldaco]

Thank you Tina! I really enjoyed this one a lot and Mindy story is just incredible.

[@tinaslouise]

Yes, Mindy's story is incredible and so is she! The story behind Nineth is intense.@@StephenAldaco

[@julesknows6254]

Great interview we love Mindy

[@StephenAldaco]

Mindy is the best absolutely! Thanks for watching.

[@bocolewish]

Loved this! Thank you. When and where in NC?

[@StephenAldaco]

During elements on the dragon sometime during spring is usually when it happens. Will you be going?

[@HotRod-wv4vm]

Funny in the Mexican Hummer comment cause when I bought my 03 Hummer someone remarked “is the a baby Hummer? The funny thing is when I went to the Honda dealer I was going to buy a Honda S2000😮

[@StephenAldaco]

S2000 is one car I hope to own in my garage one day!

[@HotRod-wv4vm]

@@StephenAldaco looking back I should have bought it☹️

[@brandyag]

I want a second element. I want the SC version of Honda element.

[@StephenAldaco]

The SC is so cool 😎. I want one as a daily as well!

[@cowboy915100]

Need to put another camera outside of the element looking in. So we can see the element and the people talking. Just a fun suggestion.

[@StephenAldaco]

That’s such a good idea thank you! I just don’t want it in the background but what a great idea.

[@bigc6632]

Would like to know now that it is 2024 if the rumors of the Honda element returning it’s actually gonna happen and if so I’m sure a lot of us would love to invest

[@StephenAldaco]

Nothing official from Honda there are rumors every year.

[@wtfu812omg]

Maybe it’s just me but kinda felt like there was something instant between them. 😉

[@mygrrrlz]

Have been following you and Mindy for a while now, and I agree, this was a great interview. We all watch your videos and feel like we know you, so it's nice to learn what makes you all tick.

[@StephenAldaco]

Thank you for watching all the videos that’s really awesome! Mindy is such a cool and adventurous soul.

[@CountrysideCutie]

Hi all...Is it worth buying a 2008 Honda Element (225,000 miles) & priced at 7,200? Thanks.

[@StephenAldaco]

Hi need more details rust? Awd? 5 speed? Ex? Clean body?

[@CountrysideCutie]

@StephenAldaco Hi. Thank you for replying. There's no rust & it's a FWD, EX model & the exterior is in great condition. No noticeable front end damage. I took it for a test drive & only noticed the brakes are a bit sluggish & reviews of this model, that is somewhat common (the brakes). Thanks, again.

[@StephenAldaco]

@CountrysideCutie for that price those miles and fwd price seems high. I would image you can get an awd for that price and those miles. I mean if you love it and it’s checked out by a mechanic I would bet you could talk them down on price if it’s a private seller. Just my 2 cents

[@CountrysideCutie]

@StephenAldaco I agree. The price is a bit steep for the amount of milage. The car is for sale at a local car dealership. I'm not sure they'll drop the price (that'd be great as I do like the car)...Thank you for your reply! I also found a 2010, excellent condition, 143,000 miles & AWD. That dealership is asking almost $12,000!!

[@stuffs76]

Volkswagens are a nightmare!! My parents Westfalia would always break down all the time

[@StephenAldaco]

I’ve heard this if I was to run one I would k swap the engine

[@stuffs76]

@@StephenAldaco sick!!! My Brother had a 10 anniversary FC RX-7 FC and always told him F or K swap that rotary nightmare lol

[@DebWh]

you sell your house before 2023?

[@fraji1]

I think she said she sold it in 2023 .