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…
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…
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…
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…
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,…
Episode 137 Sinuhe Xavier on Living in the Moment of Adventure
Show Notes for Podcast #137 Sinuhe Xavier on Living in the Moment of Adventure Summary: Scott Brady interviews Sinuhe Xavier, multi-time podcast guest, Director, Photographer, and international traveler. Sinuhe shares his recent adventures and the start of his new project vehicle, an AEV Bison Colorado. Guest Bio: Sinuhe has a resume of 100 men….
Episode 136 Sean Holman on Four Wheeling and Finding Your Adventure
Show Notes for Podcast #136 Sean Holman on Four Wheeling and Finding Your Adventure Summary: Scott Brady and Matt Scott interview the legendary Sean Holman, who has spent the last two decades exploring the globe by 4WD. Sean is a 4wd expert, podcaster, and Editor, managing popular titles like Fourwheeler. The conversation includes his thoughts…
Episode 135 Principles of Overlanding: Exploring the African Continent
Show notes for podcast #135 Principles of Overlanding: Exploring the African Continent Summary: Scott Brady, Graeme Bell, and Stephan Edwards discuss the joys of traveling the African continent, including a comprehensive discussion about the classic western and eastern routes. Additional details regarding documentation, vehicles, and cultural considerations are also covered, the group reflecting on the…
Episode 134 Interviewing the Unbreakable Vasilisa Komarova
Show notes for podcast #134 Interviewing the Unbreakable Vasilisa Komarova Summary: In a special guest interview, Bruce Dorn spends time in Tulum, Mexico with Vasilisa Komarova – an adventure motorcyclist, physical therapist, and spiritual guide. They discuss Vasilisa’s early life in Russia, her emigration to the UK, and her decision to eschew convention to spend…
Episode 133 Ray and Marianne Hyland on Overlanding from London to Singapore in a 1954 Land Rover
Show notes for podcast #133 Ray and Marianne Hyland on Overlanding from London to Singapore in a 1954 Land Rover Summary: If you’ve been to the Northwest, BC, or Rocky Mountain Overland Rallies, you’re likely familiar with owners Ray and Marianne Hyland and their three boys. In this podcast from the field, Senior Editor Ashley…