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
- 258
- Years Active
- 2019 - 2025
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…
2023 In Review: Overlander of the Year, Best New Gear, and Looking Forward to 2024
Scott Brady and Matt Scott look back on 2023 and discuss the Expedition Portal Overander of the Year Award winner and the best new 4WD of 2023. Matt and Scott share their favorite gear of the year an…
Dave Harriton on Payload, Performance, and the New Class of OEM Overland Vehicles
Scott Brady and Matt Scott interview Dave Harriton, CEO of American Expedition Vehicles. They deep dive into payload, design standards, cab-chassis, campers, and premium aftermarket components.
Principles of Overlanding: Overland and Expedition Trailers
Mario Donovan joins the conversation with Matt and Scott about Overland and Expedition Trailers. They go into the deep dive about suspension, chassis development, length and different types of traile…
Explorer and Filmmaker Reza Pakravan on the World’s Most Dangerous Borders
Ashley Giordano interviews British explorer and filmmaker Reza Pakravan. Raza's long and impressive CV includes crossing the Sahara by bike in record time, traveling the length of the Sahel region of…
Top 10 New Overland SUVs
Scott Brady and Matt Scott rate their top 10 new overland SUVs for North America. The criteria is a 4wd wagon with low range and seating for at least five. In 2023, we have a better selection of over…
Desk to Glory on Traveling Europe and Working From the Road (AKA the Amazing Ashley Episode)
Scott Brady interviews Ashley Giordano of Desk to Glory about her travels in Europe with their Toyota Tundra and Overland Explorer Camper. The conversation includes Ashley's tips for working from the…
Gratitude, Crossing Africa Segment 2, and Equipment / Grenadier Updates
In this episode, Scott Brady records a update on competing segment two of crossing Africa, lessons learned on the trip, equipment, communication tools and traveling with loved ones. Due to the nature…
SEMA 2023 Goes Overlanding With Brian McVickers
Scott Brady interviews Brian McVickers about his recent experience at the 2023 SEMA Show, including his review of the new Lexus and Toyota overland concept vehicles. We discuss the new ARB trailer an…
Ibérica Overland on What You Should Know About Overlanding in Spain
Based in Northern Spain, Enrique Pacheco and Iva Tasic spend their time overlanding Europe with their dog, Lisa, in a 2016 Ford Ranger and custom-built wedge camper. In this podcast from the field, t…
Understanding the Overland Industry
Scott Brady and Brian McVickers discuss the opportunities, risks, and trends of the overlanding marketplace. They do the deep dive into current trends, income opportunities, and emerging segments, al…
Brian McVickers on Saying Yes to a Life of Adventure
Scott Brady interviews his friend and business partner Brian McVickers, discussing Brian’s early life of competitive sailing and international travel. The conversation continues with meeting his wife…
Overland News: Fall 2023 featuring the new Land Cruiser, ZR2 Bisons, Minimalist Travel Devices, and More
Scott Brady and Brian McVickers launch a new series called Overland News, where we feature the latest from the overlanding industry, including new vehicles, camping equipment, travel gear and more. I…
Old School Cool: The Classic Kit of Overlanding
Scott Brady and Matt Scott discuss era appropriate vehicle modifications, classic 4wds, and even investing in collector models. Most overlanders appreciate the simple and vintage travel equipment, in…
Principles of Overlanding: 30 Insights on Traveling the World by Vehicle
Scott Brady and Matt Scott discuss the Principles of Overlanding Tweet Storm, a 30 point overview of the core tenets of vehicle-based overland travel. Lessons are often learned the hard way, which in…
Great Scott! Random Show About Matt Getting Stuck, Goodwood, and More
Scott Brady and Matt Scott riff on recent happenings in the overland sphere, including Matt getting stuck in the EarthRoamer, Scott getting stuck in the Grenadier, Matt going to Goodwood, buying a Te…
Stanley Illman on Exploring the World by Gwagon and Porsche
Scott Brady interviews Stanley Illman, Co-founder of Front Runner, international businessman, and global explorer. Stanley has driven around the world in Land Rover, G-Class, and classic Porsche. Sta…
Expedition Rove on Overlanding South Africa and Namibia
American Mary Hannah Hardcastle and Brit Andy Ellis are currently driving their 2010 Land Rover Defender 110 throughout Southern Africa. In this podcast from the field, the couple shares practical an…
Principles of Overlanding: Building a 70 Series Land Cruiser
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Crossing Africa with the Grenadier: South Africa and Mozambique
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