The Overland Journal Podcast
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.
- Update frequency
- every 7 days
- Average duration
- 56 minutes
- Episodes
- 257
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
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 thi…
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 tr…
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 firs…
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 th…
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
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, bo…
Kingsley Holgate Shares His Lifetime of Overlanding Africa and Giving Back
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
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 …
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 lea…
Thérèse-Marie Becker on Completing the Last Overland, Lessons in Leadership, and Finding Adventure
Ultra Overlander of the Year: Raptor R vs. Bronco Raptor vs. Rubicon 392 vs. AT4x AEV vs. TRX and more
Matt Scott and Scott Brady discuss the new class of travel vehicles we call Ultra Overlanders. This includes the Ford F150 Raptor R, Bronco Raptor, Ram TRX, GMC AT4x AEV, Jeep Rubicon 392, G-Wagen 4x…
Jay Shapiro on Living Abroad, Building an Expedition Camper, and Family Philanthropy
Scott Brady interviews Jay Shapiro, a technologist, entrepreneur, and philanthropist that his become a global citizen. Jay and his family have lived in Singapore, the USA, Canada, Mexico, India, and …
Overlanding with Bruce on the Defender and Fly and Drive Southern Africa
Scott Brady interviews Bruce Turner of Overlanding with Bruce about his recommendations for hiring a Toyota Hilux to explore Southern Africa and his decades-long experiences traveling the African con…
Melanie Rohr on Solo Travel, Cyber Security, and the Joys of Giving Back
Scott Brady interviews Melanie Rohr from TerraByte on actionable considerations for solo travel, important adjustments to our cybersecurity posture, and the deep reward of giving back to the communit…
Jess Stuhler on African-Made Overland Accessories, Roof Tents, and Exploring with Family
Scott Brady interviews his good friend Jess Stuhler, a South African adventurer, motorcycle rider, and overlander that runs the well-respected Eezi-Awn brand. Jess shares his love of Africa, his time…
Principles of Overlanding: Security, Documentation, and Borders with JJ
Scott Brady interview JJ from the State Department on borders, documentation, security best practices, the S.T.E.P. program, cultural awareness for overlanders, and more. We also dive into JJ's life …
January 2024 Overland News: Events, productivity, solar roof tents, and much more
For the January Overland News, Scott Brady and Brian McVickers discuss moving the productivity needle while traveling, our favorite new gear, concept vehicles, and the expanding lineup of overland ev…
Destined for Wild on Traveling the Pan-American Highway in a 80-Series Land Cruiser
Ashley Giordano interviews Canadian couple Josh and Vanessa Von Holst on why they chose the 80-Series Land Cruiser as their first overland vehicle platform and the subsequent adventures that resulted…