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The Overland Journal Podcast — 304 episodes

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1

Story Time with John Blashford-Snell: The 1971-72 Darién Gap Expedition

2

Adventures with Cyrus "Scooter" Anderson: Seven Summits and Beyond

3

The Rogue Wanderers on 100 Countries in a Toyota Tacoma and Four Wheel Camper

4

Jim Oostdyk on the Adventure of Business, Family, and History

5

Eva zu Beck on Overlanding Mauritania

6

Crossing West Africa with XOVERLAND: Final Miles, Fuel Range, Teamwork, and Truck Lessons

7

Lilli Mixich Reflects on Nearly Five Decades of Overland Travel

8

Paula and Jeremy Dear on Overlanding West Africa in an ex-Belgian Military Police Truck

9

Graeme Esarey on Expedition Sailing

10

Principles of Overlanding 12V Fridges: Choosing the Right Size and Power for Real-World Travel

11

2Up and Overloaded on What You Need to Know about Motorcycle Travel in Southeast Asia

12

John Balsdon on World Records and Crossing Africa

13

44,000 Kilometers on a Vespa Scooter: Juvena Huang on the Ride of a Lifetime

14

Adventure Motorcycle Rider Henriette Thiim on Lessons Learned from 200,000 Kilometers of International Travel

15

Herman and Candelaria Zapp on 22 Years of Worldwide Travel in a 1928 Graham-Paige

16

Used Vehicle Strategies for Overland Travel

17

The most traveled overlander you have never heard of Adam Shani.

18

Jen Young on Outdoorsy and the Entrepreneur’s Journey

19

Cultural Geography, Exploration, and Sustainable Travel with James Fountain

20

Lessons Learned from Global Expeditions with Clay Croft

21

Zenith Irfan on Being the First Pakistani Female Motorcyclist to Ride Across Pakistan

22

Katie Harris of the Road Chose Me on Blending Human and Vehicle- Powered Adventures

23

Technology and Innovation in Overlanding

24

Adventure Motorcyclist Heather Lea on the Unfiltered Realities of Long-Term Travel

25

Saharan Sands to a Global CEO: A leadership Discussion with Rachelle Croft

26

Roam Overlanding’s Adrian Abrahams on the Importance of Doing Your Overland Homework

27

Elspeth Beard: One of the First British Women to Motorcycle Around the World

28

Kurt Williams Shares His World Expedition Travel Experiences and Lessons

29

Turning the Page: 2025's Year End Wrap Up and Overland Highlights

30

2025 Overlanders of the Year: GrizzlyNBear Reflect on Nearly a Decade of Overland Travel

31

Journey of a Young Overlander: Peter Van Stralen's Epic Adventures with X Overland

32

Adventures in Namibia and Insights from Richard Giordano of Desk To Glory

33

Travel Journalist and Guide Breanna Wilson on Overlanding Mongolia

34

Adventure Motorcycling 101: In-Depth Training with Bill Dragoo

35

The EarthRoamer Journey: Past, Present, and Future with CEO Scot Allen

36

From North America to the Bottom of the World with Hourless Life

37

Exploring History and Adventure with Susan Dragoo

38

Desk To Glory on Traveling the Silk Road

39

Adventures in Automotive Journalism with Chris Collard

40

Building Your Adventure: Goose Gear's Journey from Ideas to Interiors

41

Embracing Remote Adventures: Life in a Sprinter Van with Kathy and Peter Holcombe

42

Overlanding with Purpose: Remote Journeys with TrailRecon

43

Exploring the World in a Land Rover Defender: Yak Overland's Epic Journey

44

Are New or Old Overland Vehicles Better for Travel?

45

Off-Road Inspiration & New Skills with Micah Weber from Overlandunderbudget

46

Exploring the Wilderness: An Interview with Tony Crooke from GME

47

Overlanding Africa: Countries, Cultures, and Insights with Expedition Rove

48

Mastering Off-Road Techniques: Throttle, Eyes, and Strategy with Emily Miller

49

Michael Ellem on the Photographer's Journey

50

Beyond the Horizon with Landcruising Adventure: Tales of Exploration and Resilience

51

Patty Upton Inspires Generations to Explore

52

Principles of Overlanding: Theory of Suspensions

53

Jud Eades on Living the Road Less Traveled

54

Choosing the Harder Path: Storytelling, Sacrifice, and the Road Ahead with Harrison Schoen

55

Built to Roam: A Conversation on Expedition Vehicles with Spencer Park of Bliss Mobil

56

What It Really Takes to Build a Factory Overlander — with Dave Harriton

57

Stay on the Road: Why Overland Industry Needs Real Travelers — with Basil Lynch

58

Made in the West: American Innovation in Overlanding

59

Graham Jackson: At the Beginning of American Overlanding

60

Matt Prior on Traveling the Silk Road with a Family

61

Drive It Like You Mean It: Lessons from the Commercial and Recreational 4WD Worlds

62

Scott Brady’s Overlanding 101: Travel Simple, Travel Far

63

Tanner Johnson on Building and Maintaining Expedition Vehicles

64

Practical Readiness with Mike Pfeiffer: Bridging the Gap

65

Principles of Overlanding: Intentional Vehicle Modifications

66

The Overland Collective: XOverland and Overland Journal Join Forces

67

May Overland News :: The Big Thing, New Project Vehicles, and Tariffs

68

The Journey of a Lifetime: Doug and Stephanie's Inspirational Overland Adventures

69

Andrew Comrie-Picard on the Power of Self-Belief and the Trans Global Car Expedition

70

Arctic Trucks Founder Emil Grímsson on the Challenges of Polar Exploration

71

Leave No Trace and Winnebago on Reducing Travel Impact

72

Principles of Overlanding: Anthropology and the Overlander's Code

73

Dean Poulopoulos of Overland N’Explore on Overlanding Greece

74

March Overland News: Innovative Camping Gear & Exciting Vehicle Updates

75

Principles of Overlanding: Traveling the PanAmerican Highway on a budget

76

Are Bush Planes Your Next Over Lander?

77

Clay and Rachelle Croft of XOverland on the Adventure of Travel, Life, and Love

78

Jessica Mans on the Past, Present, and Future of iOverlander

79

Truck House Redefines Light Weight and Capable Expedition Campers

80

Principles of Overlanding: The Ineos Grenadier Models and Modifications

81

Rafiki on Tour on Overlanding Africa as a Couple

82

Jack Stuhler on the Pursuit of Quality and New Journeys

83

Grit, Rigor, and Fun: Inside the Success of INEOS Grenadier with Lynn Calder

84

2024 in Review: Factory Overlanders, Crossing Europe, and Matt's First Car

85

Principles of Overlanding: 100 Series Land Cruiser

86

Johan de Villiers on Overlanding the Board Room

87

Billy Creech on Overlanding Conservation and Remapping the Old Traction Road

88

Exploring the World on Two Wheels: Chase Eckert's Journey

89

Principles of Overlanding: Land Cruiser 200 Series

90

Josiah and The Journal of Lost Time

91

Principles of Overlanding: Travel Safety Jonathon Jensen

92

Chris Brinlee on Climbing the Peaks and Navigating the Valleys of Life

93

October Overland News

94

The Lady Overlander Radio interview with guest Misti Tokarsky

95

Principles of Overlanding: Driving in Sand, Rocks, and Mud

96

Grace Scheussler on Motorcycle Travel and Finding Your Story

97

Principles of Full Time Overlanding

98

Patrick Cruywagen on Lessons in Mentorship, Exploring Africa

99

Double Dutch World Safari on 40 Years of Overlanding

100

Crossing Continents: Africa Wrap-up and Lessons Learned

101

Overland Expo Mountain West with Scott Brady and Steve Edwards

102

Dave Sullivan on Military and Automotive Leadership

103

Jessy Muller on Taking the Slow Road and Living Full-Time in Her Vintage Commander

104

Principles of Overlanding: Vehicle Electrical Systems with Mark Bruce

105

Episode 200: Lesson Learned, Why Ashley is Awesome, and Other Musings

106

Mercedes and Andy Lilienthal

107

Next Meridian Expedition on Vehicle Shipping to Australia and the Importance of Finding Your Own Travel Rhythm

108

Clay Croft on Doing Hard Things, Crossing Africa, and the new XOverland Ranch

109

Father's Day Special: Interviewing Larry Brady

110

The Realities of Solo Motorcycle Travel with Chasing Crystal

111

Steve Edwards on Being an Overland Journalist, Living Abroad, and Buying Defenders on a Whim

112

Crossing Continents: Stuck at the Border of Djibouti

113

The Overlanding Game Changers! 10 Revolutions in Travel

114

A Morocco Masterclass with Amazigh Overland Founder Mark White

115

Kingsley Holgate Shares His Lifetime of Overlanding Africa and Giving Back

116

April Overland News: The Lexus GX, Ford Ranger, Ducati DesertX Rally, and More

117

Crossing Continents: Ethiopia with Bryon Bass and the Grenadier

118

The Landy Expedition on Heading Off on the Trip of Your Dreams

119

Thérèse-Marie Becker on Completing the Last Overland, Lessons in Leadership, and Finding Adventure

120

Ultra Overlander of the Year: Raptor R vs. Bronco Raptor vs. Rubicon 392 vs. AT4x AEV vs. TRX and more

121

Jay Shapiro on Living Abroad, Building an Expedition Camper, and Family Philanthropy

122

Overlanding with Bruce on the Defender and Fly and Drive Southern Africa

123

Melanie Rohr on Solo Travel, Cyber Security, and the Joys of Giving Back

124

Jess Stuhler on African-Made Overland Accessories, Roof Tents, and Exploring with Family

125

Principles of Overlanding: Security, Documentation, and Borders with JJ

126

January 2024 Overland News: Events, productivity, solar roof tents, and much more

127

Destined for Wild on Traveling the Pan-American Highway in a 80-Series Land Cruiser

128

2023 In Review: Overlander of the Year, Best New Gear, and Looking Forward to 2024

129

Dave Harriton on Payload, Performance, and the New Class of OEM Overland Vehicles

130

Principles of Overlanding: Overland and Expedition Trailers

131

Explorer and Filmmaker Reza Pakravan on the World’s Most Dangerous Borders

132

Top 10 New Overland SUVs

133

Desk to Glory on Traveling Europe and Working From the Road (AKA the Amazing Ashley Episode)

134

Gratitude, Crossing Africa Segment 2, and Equipment / Grenadier Updates

135

SEMA 2023 Goes Overlanding With Brian McVickers

136

Ibérica Overland on What You Should Know About Overlanding in Spain

137

Understanding the Overland Industry

138

Brian McVickers on Saying Yes to a Life of Adventure

139

Overland News: Fall 2023 featuring the new Land Cruiser, ZR2 Bisons, Minimalist Travel Devices, and More

140

Old School Cool: The Classic Kit of Overlanding

141

Principles of Overlanding: 30 Insights on Traveling the World by Vehicle

142

Great Scott! Random Show About Matt Getting Stuck, Goodwood, and More

143

Stanley Illman on Exploring the World by Gwagon and Porsche

144

Expedition Rove on Overlanding South Africa and Namibia

145

Principles of Overlanding: Building a 70 Series Land Cruiser

146

Crossing Africa with the Grenadier: South Africa and Mozambique

147

Paul Marsh on Preparing the Vehicle and Yourself for Overland Travel

148

Tom Sheppard on the Nobility of Wilderness, Crossing the Sahara, and Overlanding the Deserts.

149

Wes Siler on Travel, Hunting, and the Case for the Ranger

150

Toby Savage on Exploring and Photographing the World by Land Rover and WWII Jeep

151

Principles of Overlanding: Expedition Campers

152

Principles of Overlanding: Navigation

153

Overland Journal is Crossing the African Continent with the Ineos Grenadier

154

Mac MacKenney on Leading Expeditions and Breaking Records

155

Clay Croft on the new XOverland Africa Expedition, and Lessons From the Nordic Series

156

Four Wheeled Nomad on the Pros and Cons of Four Wheels Versus Two

157

Dan Grec on Circumnavigating Australia, and the Importance of Connecting with Family.

158

Andrew St. Pierre White Shares the Stories of 4x Overland

159

Our Overland Life Shares the Joys and Skills of Overlanding Full Time

160

Bruce Dorn introduces: The Heroes Network

161

Toyota Just Launched the Ultimate Overland Tacoma

162

Deep Dive on the Ram HD AEV Prospector

163

Overland Testing Mashup: Raptor R, TRX, Grenadier, 4Xe Trailhawk, Defender 130 and more!

164

All the Overlandy Things We Don't Need: A Gear Confessional

165

Randy Perkins on Overcoming Tragedy and Finding Your Path to Adventure

166

Nick Dimbleby on Exploring and Documenting the World by Land Rover

167

Adventure Motorcyclists Jeremy Kroeker and Elle West on Self-Discovery Through Travel

168

Sinuhe Xavier on Living in the Moment of Adventure

169

Sean Holman on Four Wheeling and Finding Your Adventure

170

Principles of Overlanding the African Continent

171

Interviewing the Unbreakable Vasilisa Komarova

172

Ray and Marianne Hyland on Overlanding from London to Singapore in a 1954 Land Rover

173

Principles: The Classic Defender for Overlanding Travel

174

Bruce Dorn on Saying Yes to Life and Adventure

175

Walt Wagner on Building Toyotas for Extreme Overlanding

176

2022 In Review: Vehicles, Gear, and Industry Updates

177

Liberating Leash on Leaving the Desk for Solo Overlanding

178

Grenadier Prototype First Off-Road Drive Impressions

179

Akela World on Circumnavigating the Globe in a 1977 Mercedes Benz LA 911B

180

Tina and Dave Payne on Family Travel and Seizing the Moment

181

Stefano Melgrati on minimalist ADV overlanding and the joys of connection

182

Neale Bayly on overcoming adversity, surviving war zones, and the joys of giving back

183

Eva Zu Beck on Inspiring Ourselves and Others to Travel the World

184

Yoga Slackers Sam Salwei and Raquel Hernández

185

Adventure Chef Adam Glick talks life at sea, and inspiring ways of cooking from his travels

186

Getting Electric with Rivian, Hummer, and Ford

187

Destination: Alaska

188

Overlanding SEMA 2022

189

Ferenc and Evelin of Overland Site on Rallying, the Silk Road, and Overlanding China in a 2006 Prado

190

Amanda Zito on Embracing a Life of Adventure and Facing Anxiety Along the Way

191

Emily Miller discusses Morocco, Navigation, and Rebelle Rally

192

The Turtle Expedition Shares 50 years of Overland Wisdom

193

Andrew and Courtney of Tsavo Touring on Overlanding with a Toddler and Multiple Vehicle Platforms

194

Ron Moon on His Love for Australia, and Traveling the Globe

195

Graeme Bell on Full-time Family Overlanding

196

GonDirtin on Traveling with Dogs, Overland Kitchen Staples, and their 70-Series Land Cruiser Troopy Build

197

Mali-Mish, a Family of Five on Four Continents

198

Greg Miller on Overlanding Continents and Land Cruisers

199

Bound for Nowhere on the Quest for the Perfect Overland Vehicle, Exploring Alaska, and Realizing Childhood Dreams

200

Alison DeLapp on Exploring the World, and Giving Back Along the Way

201

Overland the Americas on Venezuela, Planning a Long-Term Overland Trip, and their 78-Series Land Cruiser

202

Staples InTents share their journey to global travel, and saving their marriage along the way

203

Ashley Myhre and Pete Day Talk Raw Overlanding and Motorcycle Travel

204

Clay Croft shares a decade of overland adventure, and their new Nordic series

205

Episode 100 :: Don't Buy a Couch and Other Questions and Musings

206

Mylo Fowler on Finding Your Path to Adventure, and Capturing the Moment

207

Candice and Jordan of Be Old Later on Traveling the Pan-American in a 1997 Mitsubishi Delica

208

The Wedge Camper Revolution

209

Zenvanz Founders Bryan and Jen Danger on Overcoming Fear and Living Your Dreams

210

Brad McCarthy on Australia, Land Cruisers, and Having Fun Along the Journey

211

Principles of Overlanding :: The Toyota Tundra for Overlanding

212

Overland Journal Editor In Chief Tena Overacker on Submitting the Perfect Pitch

213

Overland Destination: South America

214

Principles of Overlanding :: The Toyota Pickup

215

Bryon Bass on watches, EDC, BMWs, and Travel Clothing

216

Overland Destination: Saudi Arabia

217

Fridge/Freezers and soft coolers for Overlanding

218

Saudi 4x4 shop 4 Wheel Station, Interview with Luai Alsheheli

219

Is the new Hummer EV the Ultimate Superlander?

220

Best Ground Tents for Overlanding

221

John Pangilinan Shares Insights on Content Creation and Sponsorships

222

Mario Donovan on Building Expedition Vehicles and the Joys of International Cuisine

223

Marcel and Chiara of Overland Vagabond

224

Nena Barlow talks essential skills for backcountry overlanding

225

Christian Pelletier on Not Taking Traveling the World so Seriously

226

Dave Harriton (AEV) on Why Innovation, Quality, and Adventure Matters

227

Ashley Giordano interviews Brazilian overlanders Sergio and Eleni of Projecto Mundo Cao

228

Full Size Overland Truck of the Year

229

Sean Gorman: Adventurer and 4WD Expert

230

2021 Gear and Vehicles of the Year

231

7 of the BEST Camp Tables for Overlanding and Car Camping

232

Nick Taylor: On Crossing Deserts and Preparing for Adventure

233

Scott Brady: Global Overlander and Publisher

234

Bill Dragoo: Adventure Rider, Trainer, and Storyteller

235

Portable Power Systems: The Best Off-grid Batteries for Overlanding

236

Rachelle Croft: Competitive Adventure Driver and Overlander

237

Bryon Dorr: Adventurer, Athlete, and Overlander

238

Marisa and Tim Notier: Notier's Frontiers Adventure Motocycling

239

The Overland Expo Podcast: What and Who Makes This Event Amazing?

240

Rebelle Rally 2021

241

Jim Markel: Gear Designer and Global Adventurer

242

Luisa Bell Global adventurer and overlander

243

Interviewing Duncan Barbour, Camel Trophy Coordinator and Global Overlander

244

First Drives of the 2022 Tundra, Tacoma, Hummer, and More

245

Expo and Trek podcast with Bryon Dorr

246

Interviewing Richard Giordano About the Joys of Overlanding, and a Simple Vehicle

247

Expedition Sailing and Overlanding with Brian McVickers

248

Interviewing Ashley Giordano: Adventurer, Journalist, and Overlander

249

2021 Bronco Badlands Sasquatch for Overlanding

250

2022 Nissan Frontier and the State of Mid-Sized Pickups

251

Building the LJ and TJ Jeep Wrangler for Overlanding

252

Grand Tour Overlanding

253

Interviewing Hourless Life on overlanding around the globe as a family- in a Jeep.

254

Interviewing Paul May, Land Cruiser Owner and Overland OG

255

What is the best Overland Expedition Camper?

256

Interviewing Sterling Noren, film maker and adventure motorcyclist

257

Discussing the Grenadier with Greg Clark, VP of Ineos Automotive

258

Interviewing Eva Rupert, Adventurer, Survivalist, and Overlander

259

Interview with Maggie McDermut, Land Cruiser owner and adventurer

260

Interview with Bryon Bass, Explorer, Archaeologist, Vintner, and Overlander

261

Interview with Amanda Winther and Matt Swartz on living remotely, taking to the winds, and doing good as they go.

262

Interview with David Soza: polymath, engineer, and wanderer.

263

Interviewing Mauricio Escobar on Overlanding in Colombia

264

Interview with Sinuhe Xavier, Filmmaker, Photographer, and Global Traveler

265

Insights on International Overlanding

266

Interview with Justin and Kyra of Westx1000 on living remote, exploring Japan, and doing more with less

267

Principles of Overlanding: Tires and Wheels

268

Winter Vehicle Test Update (TRX, Ducati, Frontier, and Royal Enfield)

269

The Best Overland Gear of 2020

270

Principles of Overlanding :: Vehicle Recovery Part 2

271

Principles of Overlanding: Vehicle Recovery Part 1

272

Interview with Kurt Williams, Overlander and Land Cruiser Guru

273

Principles of Overlanding: Planning Your First Overland Journey

274

Interview from the Field with Jon Turner: Engineer, Overland Traveler, and International Businessman

275

The Overlander's Every Day Carry (EDC)

276

Field Testing the Gladiator Mojave, AT4 Yukon, ARB Ranger, Ford Transit AWD, and More

277

Overland Project Updates: GX470, Gladiator, KTM 950, and a Few Surprises

278

Discussing Overlanding, Safaris, and Photography with Andy Biggs

279

Why Full-Size Trucks Should Be Seriously Considered for Overlanding

280

Discussing Expedition Campers and Crossing Jungles with Lance Gillies

281

Principles of Overlanding: Storage Solutions

282

Celebrating 50 Years of Range Rover (Interview with LRNA Product Manager, Simon Turner)

283

Exploring Business and the World With Chris Van Dyke

284

Interviewing Matt Scott

285

The Basic Overland Gear Everyone Should Have

286

Exploring Swaziland with a Rock Star and an Infantryman

287

Principles: What is Overlanding?

288

Overlanding Around the World With Your Family, Featuring Greame Bell

289

Principles of Overlanding: Rooftop Tent, Ground Tent, or Wedge Camper?

290

First Drive of the New Defender Overland

291

Photographer and Cinematographer Bruce Dorn

292

The Real Indiana Jones - Bryon Bass, PhD

293

Vanlife and Overlanding

294

Overland Planning and Logistics (with David Sneath, Land Rover Expedition Leader)

295

The Ultimate Overland Vehicles

296

Principles of Overlanding: Payload

297

Are Electric Vehicles the Future of Overlanding?

298

Building the Jeep Gladiator for Overlanding

299

Lois Pryce, Solo Adventure Motorcyclist

300

The 10 Commandments of Modifying Your Overland Vehicle

301

The Top 10 Used Overland Vehicles (for North America)

302

Clay Croft of XOverland

303

Overlanding Australia

304

Dan Grec of The Road Chose Me (Overlanding Africa)