Overland Journal Podcast host Ashley Giordano interviews Billy Creech—former president of the Mojave Desert Heritage and Cultural Association, an Explorers Club fellow, and Royal Geographical Society member—about his Old Traction Road Expedition and how overlanders can support conservation while traveling. Creech recounts how his background in camping, racing, and inspiration from Overland Journal led him…
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Exploring the World on Two Wheels: Chase Eckert’s Journey
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 217 In this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast, we dive into the adventurous life of Chase Eckert. From growing up in a traveling carnival in Alaska to embarking on a solo journey to Ushuaia on his KTM, Chase shares his extraordinary experiences. We discuss the tools and apps he uses,…
Principles of Overlanding: Kurt Williams on the 200-Series Land Cruiser
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 216 Join Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady as he welcomes Land Cruiser legend and off-road driving expert Kurt Williams from Cruiser Outfitters for a wide-ranging discussion on how best to modify the Toyota 200-Series Land Cruiser for long-distance overland travel. They discuss which models to consider, what to look for if…
Josiah Roe and the Journal of Lost Time
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 215 Join Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady as he welcomes product designer and co-creator of The Journal of Lost Time, Josiah Roe. In this episode, they touch on The Lost Places events, how to develop community, and how Josiah has created a career allowing him to work from the road while…
Principles of Overlanding: Travel Safety Jonathon Jensen
Overland Journal Podcast, hosts Matt Scott and Scott Brady join Bryon Dorr to explore choosing an overlanding “home on wheels.” They compare truck campers, expedition vehicles, vans, and trailers, highlighting truck campers as an affordable, configurable, and underrated choice. The discussion reviews brands like Scout, Four Wheel Campers, and Supertramp, while contrasting flatbed and wedge…
Chris Brinlee on Climbing the Peaks and Navigating the Valleys of Life
Host Scott Brady welcomes Overland Journal Podcast guest Chris Brinlee, whom he met while supporting a remote Arizona climbing trip, and they discuss Chris’s decade of unconventional travel after quitting an advertising job in 2014. Chris reflects on his essay “Dissolution of Identity,” explaining how mountaineering achievements and near-death experiences, including an avalanche, revealed resilience…
Overland Market Update: Starlink Mini, Recovery Gear Innovation, and New Toyota Builds
Overland Journal Podcast host Scott and Brian reconnect on the podcast after Brian’s Northwest Passage voyage and Scott finishing a 103,000-word book manuscript, then discuss the overland industry’s continued growth after pandemic-era spikes and subsequent consolidation. They announce a new Expedition Portal YouTube series exploring the Smoky Mountains hosted by Sinway Xavier and presented by…
The Lady Overlander Radio interview with guest Misti Tokarsky
Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady interviews Misty Tokarski, co-host of Ladies Overlander Radio and a retired Coast Guard traveler, about lessons from military life, international travel, and overlanding with family using a Jeep Wrangler and a Toyota 4Runner. Misty discusses learning navigation skills like paper charts, dead reckoning, and using an alidade, and shares…
Principles of Overlanding: Sean Gorman on Driving in Sand, Rocks, and Mud
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 210 Join Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady as he welcomes international traveler and off-road driving expert Sean Gorman from Sea2Summit Experiences for a wide-ranging discussion on off-road driving techniques for the most common conditions that overlanders encounter. They tackle vehicle preparation, driver training, tire considerations, vehicle modifications, as well as…
Grace Schuessler on Motorcycle Travel and Finding Your Story
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 209 Join host Scott Brady on the Overland Journal Podcast as he interviews Grace Schuessler, known as the “Graceful Renegade” on Instagram. Grace shares her inspiring journey as a solo motorcycle rider, filmmaker, and traveler. They discuss her multiple adventures, including solo motorcycle trips, transitioning life chapters, her Emmy-winning filmmaking journey,…
Principles of Overlanding: Living on the Road Full-Time
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 208 Join Scott Brady as he welcomes seasoned travelers Graeme and Luisa to this Principles of Overlanding episode. With 15 years of experience, they share the principles, challenges, and rewards of full-time overlanding, from traversing Africa’s rugged tracks to enduring Arctic extremes. Gain insights into family overlanding logistics, vehicle choices, budget…
Patrick Cruywagen on Lessons in Mentorship, Exploring Africa
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 207 In this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast, host Scott Brady sits down with world traveler Patrick Cruywagen. Known for his extensive expeditions throughout Africa and beyond, Patrick shares invaluable travel lessons, captivating stories, and the impact of mentorship on his journey. From military anecdotes to life as a photojournalist…
Double Dutch World Safari on 40 Years of Overlanding
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 206 Join us on this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast as we sit down with Robert Van den Hoeven, an experienced overlander whose extensive travels span across continents like Africa, Australia, and the Americas. Robert shares his profound experiences, from camping trips in Europe during his childhood to maritime adventures…
Crossing Continents: Africa Wrap-Up and Lessons Learned
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 205 Join the Overland Journal Podcast as co-host Matt Scott interviews Scott Brady about his journey across Africa. Discover the valuable lessons learned, the performance of the Ineos Grenadier, and the critical role of teamwork during a challenging long-term expedition. Special thanks to our sponsors this week, Overland Explorer Vehicles. Tune…
Overland Expo Mountain West with Scott Brady and Steve Edwards
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 204 Join Scott Brady and Steve Edwards for a bonus episode of the Overland Journal Podcast this week as they explore the highlights of the Overland Expo Mountain West. From new vehicles and equipment to innovative camping solutions and industry trends, they discuss their favorite finds, share insights on market changes,…
David Sullivan on Military and Automotive Leadership
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 203 In this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast, host Scott Brady speaks with David Sullivan, a seasoned veteran of the automotive industry. David shares his journey from serving as a Marine officer to becoming a marketing director at Subaru and now at Ineos for the new Quartermaster. The conversation delves…
Jessy Muller Takes the Slow Road
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 202 Full-time nomad Jessy Muller has been living on the road for over six years. Over that time, she’s learned a lot of lessons about slow travel, finding peace as a solo adventurer, and coexisting with an old RV—in Jessy’s case, a 1978 Dodge Commander. In this wide-ranging conversation with Overland Journal…
Principles of Overlanding :: Vehicle Electrical Systems with Mark Bruce
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 201 When you’re embarking on an overland vehicle build, the electronics side of things can seem awfully intimidating. Alternators, inverters, converters, AGM, solar, induction, fuses, MPPT, LiFePO4, volts, amp hours, watts, DC-to-DC—where does the madness end? Fear not. Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady touches base this week with Redarc Electronics…
Overland Journal Podcast :: Episode 200
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 200 Five years and 200 episodes. Scrolling through the history of the Overland Journal Podcast, going back all the way to the first time Scott and Matt sat down to chat with Dan Grec at Overland Expo in 2019, it’s remarkable how much literal and metaphorical ground we’ve covered. The wealth…
Overland Journal Podcast :: Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 199 Andy and Mercedes Lilienthal are the dynamic, bespectacled duo behind Crankshaft Culture, one of the most creative automotive and adventure travel media outlets going. Globetrotters, award-winning journalists, denizens of road rallies around the world, and connoisseurs of JDM trucks (particularly Mitsubishis), Mercedes and Andy have an undeniable enthusiasm for the…