The Overland Journal Podcast

Scott Brady, Ashley Giordano, and Matt Scott

The Overland Journal Podcast features the travelers, topics, and news related to the overlanding community and industry. This podcast is hosted by Scott Brady, Ashley Giordano, and Matt Scott. This podcast is a production of the Overland Journal Magazine and the expeditionportal.com website. read less

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The Overland Journal Podcast features travel and adventure stories. It is a podcast that promotes exploration and the overlanding lifestyle. Overlanders are travelers who believe the journey is as important as the destination. Scott Brady, Matthew Scott, and Ashley Giordano are the show's hosts. Each is an experienced traveler who has adventured across continents. They reveal the skills and tech that help them. The hosts also invite fellow travelers to share their stories.

The Overland Journal Podcast began broadcasting in 2019. Scott is a traveler and photographer who has been popularizing overlanding for years. He cofounded Expedition Portal, an online resource for overland travelers. He likewise cofounded and is the publisher of the Overland Journal magazine. The podcast is an extension of the magazine's topics.

Cohosts Matthew and Ashley are world travelers with plenty of their own stories for the podcast. Matthew is an expert in automotive travel. He has driven four-wheel-drive (4WD) vehicles all over the planet. He is also a magazine editor and competitive auto racer. Ashley is another overland traveler who has traversed continents on her many journeys. She has studied holistic medicine, too, and focuses on women's health.

The hosts bring on fellow travelers to share their stories. The podcast has featured interviews with overlanders like Bruce Tanner and Graeme Bell. Adventurer Brian McVickers shared how he became a world traveler. He also discussed his favorite gear and talked about events for overlanders. Photographer Nick Dimbleby explained how he became known for overland photography.

Each episode of this podcast features stories that can inspire listeners to travel. The hosts and guests explain how to be a savvy and safe world traveler. They provide tips on the best equipment, too. Listeners can learn about events for overlanders and adventure travelers as well.

The Overland Journal Podcast is both inspirational and educational. Scott, Matthew, and Ashley make overlanding accessible for their listeners. Anyone who has ever wondered how to live a life of travel should enjoy this show.

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Double Dutch World Safari on 40 Years of Overlanding

Double Dutch World Safari on 40 Years of Overlanding

Join us on this episode of the Overland Journal podcast as we sit down with Robert van den Hoven, 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, and overland expeditions in his Fuso 4x4 and Mercedes truck. We dive into topics such as navigating rural villages, dealing with power lines, the influence of Dutch culture on travel, and valuable lessons from decades of global exploration. Whether you're a seasoned overlander or new to the adventure, Robert's stories and insights provide inspiration and practical advice for your own journeys.

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Double Dutch World Safari on 40 Years of Overlanding

Double Dutch World Safari on 40 Years of Overlanding

Join us on this episode of the Overland Journal podcast as we sit down with Robert van den Hoven, 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, and overland expeditions in his Fuso 4x4 and Mercedes truck. We dive into topics such as navigating rural villages, dealing with power lines, the influence of Dutch culture on travel, and valuable lessons from decades of global exploration. Whether you're a seasoned overlander or new to the adventure, Robert's stories and insights provide inspiration and practical advice for your own journeys.

Crossing Continents: Africa Wrap-up and Lessons Learned

Crossing Continents: Africa Wrap-up and Lessons Learned

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 Grenadier, and the critical role of teamwork during a challenging expedition.Sponsored in part by:https://overlandex.com/

Overland Expo Mountain West with Scott Brady and Steve Edwards

Overland Expo Mountain West with Scott Brady and Steve Edwards

Join Scott Brady and Steve Edwards on the Overland Journal podcast 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, and reflect on the current state of overlanding. The episode also touches on the significance of supporting small businesses and the evolving role of OEMs in the overland community.

Dave Sullivan on Military and Automotive Leadership

Dave Sullivan on Military and Automotive Leadership

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 Grenadier. The conversation delves into his military background, his significant contributions at Ford, including innovative engineering on the F-150, and his pivotal role in the launch of Subaru’s wilderness models. David also discusses his current endeavors at INEOS, highlighting the exciting potential of the Grenadier and Grenadier Quartermaster vehicles. Through engaging stories and insights, this episode provides a unique look into the life and career of an automotive executive committed to pushing the boundaries of adventure and innovation.

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

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

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Principles of Overlanding: Vehicle Electrical Systems with Mark Bruce

Principles of Overlanding: Vehicle Electrical Systems with Mark Bruce

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

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

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Mercedes and Andy Lilienthal

Mercedes and Andy Lilienthal

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

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

Nick Chazee and Mathilde Vougny of Next Meridian Expedition are a French-Italian couple in the midst of a world tour in their Land Rover Defender. In this episode from the field, Nick, Mathilde, and host Ashley Giordano discuss the ins and outs of shipping a vehicle to Australia, top tips for visiting Antarctica on a budget, and the importance of finding your own travel rhythm while overlanding. Bio:Nick and Mathilde launched their World Tour in April 2022, the Next Meridian Expedition. The plan is three years, seven continents, and 88 countries in their fully transformed Land Rover Defender 110, aka the Albatross. After spending most of his life between Asia and Africa, Nick worked for a French tech start-up based in Paris. Mathilde, originally from the French Alps completed degrees in international relations before working several years for the United Nations based in Brussels. The French-Italian couple has always traveled together (their first date revolved around a road trip), but they only recently moved to a full-time overlanding lifestyle. They document the Next Meridian Expedition project on Instagram and YouTube in addition to publishing regularly in travel and overland magazines in French, English and Italian.Land Rover Defender Vehicle Feature: https://expeditionportal.com/next-meridian-land-rover-defender-puma-feature-vehicle/

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

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

Scott Brady interviews Clay Croft at the 2024 Overland Expo West, discussing his most recent adventure in Africa and travel with his family and team. The also discuss the importance of doing hard things, but also being gentle on ourselves in the pursuit of our goals. The conversation also delves into security mindset and also the announcement of their new XOverland ranch.

Father's Day Special: Interviewing Larry Brady

Father's Day Special: Interviewing Larry Brady

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The Realities of Solo Motorcycle Travel with Chasing Crystal

The Realities of Solo Motorcycle Travel with Chasing Crystal

Crystal Fong is currently traveling on her 1990 Honda Dominator 250cc through Europe and beyond. In this podcast from the field, Crystal and host Ashley Giordano touch on the ups and downs of solo travel, how Crystal has created a sense of community by playing badminton around the globe, and the powerful impact created by the kindness of strangers.Bio:Crystal is an Asian American woman currently solo touring the world on her motorcycle. She is from the Bay Area, California and started her expedition October 2021. She left behind her life in society and gave it all up to be a moto hobo. Over the last 2.5 years, she has ridden her Honda Dominator NX250 over 34,000 miles to 40 countries in Europe, riding in all seasons and weather conditions. She is currently touring Morocco before heading to the Middle East. She hopes to inspire others to Chase Their Dreams.

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

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

Scott Brady interviews Expedition Portal's Associate Editor Steve Edwards, discussing life as an overland journalist and the tips and tricks for getting your story published. We also discuss his first car (which he still owns), living for years in Botswana, and buying a Defender in Ethiopia on a whim (then driving it to South Africa before shipping it back to Montana).

Crossing Continents: Stuck at the Border of Djibouti

Crossing Continents: Stuck at the Border of Djibouti

Scott Brady and Bryon Bass discuss their overland adventure across the Continent of Africa, focusing on their challenges at the Djibouti / Ethiopia border post. Scott and Bryon were stuck for over three days working to resolve this challenging logistical obstacle.

The Overlanding Game Changers! 10 Revolutions in Travel

The Overlanding Game Changers! 10 Revolutions in Travel

Matt Scott and Scott Brady review the most significant changes in overland travel during the past few decades, covering everything from the Garmin inReach to the E-Visa.

A Morocco Masterclass with Amazigh Overland Founder Mark White

A Morocco Masterclass with Amazigh Overland Founder Mark White

All you need to know about overlanding Morocco with overland guide Mark White. In this podcast from the field, Mark and host Ashley Giordano take an in-depth look at Moroccan geography, languages, border procedures, road rules, camping, and seasons relevant to the overland traveler.

Kingsley Holgate Shares His Lifetime of Overlanding Africa and Giving Back

Kingsley Holgate Shares His Lifetime of Overlanding Africa and Giving Back

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

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

Scott Brady and Brian McVickers discuss the new Lexus GX550, Ford Ranger, and Ducati DessertX Rally. Additional conversation includes the Africa crossing, Eezi-Awn, and more.

Crossing Continents: Ethiopia with Bryon Bass and the Grenadier

Crossing Continents: Ethiopia with Bryon Bass and the Grenadier

Scott Brady and Bryon Bass discuss their recent trip through Kenya and into Ethiopia. As part of the crossing of Africa with the Ineos Grenadier, the team share their insights on the challenges with temporarily importing the vehicle into Ethiopia, along with the required bureaucracy process. Their conversation also shifts to the places they visited and the incredible cultures and anthropology of these cradle of humankind.

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

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

Scott Brady interviews The Landy Expedition's Chloe and Harry on their trip around Africa with their Land Rover Defender with AluCab camper. They share the lessons on saving for the trip, when to leave, and how to travel well as a couple.