Show notes for episode #153 with Chris Cordes Principles of Overlanding: Navigation Summary: Scott Brady and Chris Cordes discuss navigation tools and solutions for remote travel, including the importance of fundamentals like the paper map and compass. Additional topics include GPS units vs. Apps, and some of the key learnings and insights around digital navigation…
Episode 152 Overland Journal is Crossing the African Continent with the Ineos Grenadier
Show notes for episode #152 Overland Journal is Crossing the African Continent with the Ineos Grenadier Summary: Few places on the planet resonate with the adventurer like the African continent, from the vibrant cultures to the ancient civilizations, megafauna, and some of the most remote and inspiring landscapes on earth. At Overland Journal, we…
Episode 151 Mac MacKenney on Leading Expeditions and Breaking Records
Show Notes for Podcast 151: Mac MacKenney on Leading Expeditions and Breaking Records Summary Scott Brady interviews Mac MacKenney, overland expedition leader and Guinness world record holder. Mac started life with dreams of being a pilot and joining the Royal Air Force, overcoming incredible odds to accomplish the goal. As a veteran overcoming PTSD, Mac…
Episode 150 Clay Croft on New Adventures in Africa
Show notes for Episode 150 Clay Croft on the new Expedition Overland Africa expedition, and lessons from the Nordic series. Summary: Matt Scott and Scott Brady interview Clay Croft of Expedition Overland, diving deep into their lessons learned from traveling Europe, the Faroe Islands, and Iceland. Clay also announces the newest XO expedition- Africa! Guest…
Is the Escapod Topo 2 the Ultimate Overland Teardrop Trailer?
Escapod was born out of necessity and became the American dream for co-founders Jen and Chris Hudak. Like many great company stories, it started with a passion for the outdoors, professional talents, and going all-in on their vision. They started Escapod by building the trailer they needed and discovered that others needed one just like…
Episode 149 Four Wheeled Nomad on the Pros and Cons of Four Wheels Versus Two
Show Notes #149 Four Wheeled Nomad on the Pros and Cons of Four Wheels Versus Two Summary: Overlanders of the Year Lisa Morris and Jason Spafford compare traveling by motorcycle and Toyota Hilux in this podcast from the field. Host Ashley Giordano learns more about the couple’s moto journey along the Pan-American Highway and the…
Episode 148 Circumnavigating Australia and the Importance of Family
Show notes for Overland Journal Podcast Episode 148: Dan Grec on circumnavigating Australia, and the importance of connecting with family Summary: Scott Brady interviews Dan Grec, our very first podcast guest on the Overland Journal Podcast Episode 148. Dan has recently completed his trip around and across Australia, along with traveling with his partner and…
Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe Trailhawk—The Ultimate Overland Grand Cherokee?
Scott Brady reviews the new Jeep Grand Cherokee 4xe Trailhawk, which has proven to be the most comfortable and capable Grand Cherokee ever released. From the center and rear locking differentials to the 31-inch tires, multi-height airbag suspension, and driver-selectable front sway bar disconnect to the 30-mile electric-only range and road-trip comfort—this may be the…
Episode 147 Andrew St. Pierre White Shares the Stories of 4x Overland
Show Notes for Podcast #147 Andrew St. Pierre White Shares the Stories of 4x Overland Summary: Scott Brady interviews Andrew St. Pierre White about his stories, films, books, and overland adventures around the world by 4WD. Guest Bios: Andrew St Pierre White A body of work spanning 40 years Andrew St Pierre White (AKA…
Episode 146 Our Overland Life Shares the Joys and Skills of Overlanding Full Time
Show notes for podcast #146 Our Overland Life Shares the Joys and Skills of Overlanding Full Time Summary: Matt Scott and Scott Brady interview Liz and Brett about living and working full-time as overlanders, including their hacks for making the transition to life on the road. They share the details of their E350 van, 4Runner,…
Episode 145 Bruce Dorn Introduces: The Heroes Network
Show notes for episode 145 Summary: Website: https://seechangeglobal.org We are the Heroes Network, an information and action-focused platform dedicated to fighting violence against solo travelers. Founded as a US 501(c)(3) nonprofit by seasoned travelers Melanie Rohr, Tena Overacker, Bruce Dorn, and Scott Brady—and our amazing advisory board— this will be the place to seek training and peer wisdom…
Episode 144 :: Toyota Just Launched the Ultimate Overland Tacoma
Show Notes for Episode #144 Toyota Just Launched the Ultimate Overland Tacoma Summary: Toyota has just announced their 2024 Tacoma available in SR, SR5, TRD Pro, and the much-anticipated Trailhunter packages. The list of capabilities is impressive, including 33″ tires, factory lift, OME suspension, ARB bumper, integrated compressor, 2,400 watt inverter, and even a front…
Patriot Campers X3 Trailer Delivers Overland Capability and Comfort
Patriot Campers X3 Trailer is their most comfortable and luxurious trailer to date, combining Patriot’s legendary capability and durability with a live-inside camper. Complete with a queen-size mattress, the X3 includes a separate changing and sitting area, forced air heater, and interior storage. Additional systems include a diesel water heater, full outside galley, and extensive…
Episode 143 :: Deep Dive on the Ram HD AEV Prospector
Summary and Show Notes: Matt Scott and Scott Brady discuss the specifics of the exceptional AEV Prospector and Prospector XL, both built on the Ram 2500 / 3500 platform and featuring 37 or 40” tires, steel bumpers, snorkel, HD steering, suspension system, and high clearance fender flares. These trucks are built for exploring, with sufficient…
Episode 142 :: Overland Testing Mashup—Raptor R, TRX, Grenadier, 4Xe Trailhawk, Defender 130, and More
Show Notes for Podcast #142 Overland Testing Mashup: Raptor R, TRX, Grenadier, 4Xe Trailhawk, Defender 130, and more! Summary: For the Spring Vehicle Mashup, Matt Scott and Scott Brady discuss the recent crop of test vehicles, including the Rivian R1S, GMC Sierra AT4x, Jeep Grand Cherokee Trailhawk 4Xe, Hummer SUV, Ford Maverick Tremor, Defender 130,…
Episode 141 All the Overlandy Things We Don’t Need: A Gear Confessional
Show Notes for Podcast #141 All the Overlandy Things We Don’t Need: A Gear Confessional Summary: For this podcast, Matt Scott and Scott Brady riff on all the things we are told to buy for overlanding, but don’t actually need. This of course begins with an Instagram account, which we (shockingly) don’t need to go…
Episode 140 Randy Perkins on Overcoming Tragedy and Finding Your Path to Adventure
Show Notes for Podcast #140 Randy Perkins on Overcoming Tragedy and Finding Your Path to Adventure Summary: Scott Brady interviews Randy Perkins about his motorcycle and 4wd adventures around the world. Randy also shares his journey of overcoming addiction and loss to find his path to adventure. Guest Bio: Randy is the go-to guy at…
Ford Raptor R :: Can the Ultimate Raptor Also Overland?
The Ford Raptor R is the king of the Blue Oval’s desert-running Raptor lineup. But can it work as an overland platform?
Episode 139 Nick Dimbleby on Exploring and Documenting the World by Land Rover
Show Notes for Podcast #139 Nick Dimbleby on Exploring and Documenting the World by Land Rover Summary: Scott Brady interviews famed photographer Nick Dimbleby about the Camel Trophy, and traveling around the world by Land Rovers. Nick shares his experience capturing world-class photographs and videos while on expedition. Nick has been the photographer of choice…
Episode 138 Jeremy Kroeker and Elle West on Self-Discovery Through Travel
Show Notes for Podcast #138 Jeremy Kroeker and Elle West on Self-Discovery Through Travel Summary: Canadian adventure motorcyclists Jeremy Kroeker and Elle West traveled the length of the Pan-American Highway on their KLR650 and BMW F700GS bikes. In this podcast from the field, Ashley Giordano learns more about overlanding as a couple, women’s motorcycle training,…