In this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast, host Scott Brady talks to Dr. Bryon Bass about the principles of overlanding and the Overlander’s Code, created as a supplement to resources like Tread Lightly and Leave No Trace. They discuss the importance of respecting unique cultures and taking responsibility for one’s actions while traveling. Dr. Bass shares his insights from his travels and profession as an archaeologist and anthropologist, emphasizing the critical need for understanding anthropology in becoming a better traveler. They also touch on the significance of appropriate behavior, avoiding bribery, helping fellow travelers, and giving back to local communities. Additionally, Dr. Bass shares captivating stories from his explorations and provides resources for those interested in archaeology.
Overland Journal Podcast Episode 233
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Guest Bio
Bryon Bass, PhD
For Bryon Bass, overland travel is often a vocational necessity rather than a purely adventurous pursuit. While working on his Ph.D. in archaeology in Scotland, Bryon rode a BMW R100GS/PD loaded with research gear to Croatia and back every summer. He taught field surveying and excavation, collaborated on research with the Department of Pre-and Protohistory at the University of Zürich, and worked as a contract archaeologist. After enduring the corporate archaeological trenches, Bass started his own consulting company. Work has led him to Africa, the Middle East, Europe, the South Pacific, and the Americas. In addition to authoring articles on archaeology and photography, Bryon is a private pilot, scuba instructor, and wilderness EMT and serves on a search and rescue team and law enforcement diving unit. @bryonbass
Host Bio
Scott Brady
Scott is the publisher and co-founder of Expedition Portal and Overland Journal and is often credited with popularizing overlanding in North America. His travels by 4WD and adventure motorcycle span all seven continents and include three circumnavigations of the globe. His polar expeditions include two vehicle crossings of Antarctica and the first long-axis crossing of Greenland. @scott.a.brady
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