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We're getting to hangout with the ladies from Jess2 Re-Routing! Jess @archtrooper.jl has been on the show with us before but this is our first time meeting Jessica @pinkstarjess They're teaming up for another go at the Rebelle Rally. They competed against each other in previous years but combining their talents and skills to go big this year! We'll get to know more about Jessica, how she got into offroading and camping at a young age and still gets out there hiking to mountain peaks. We get caught up on some new projects Jess has in the works, her time at the SoCal Expo, adventures and what she been up to. Also we find out about how they're training and events they have coming up.

We spend a ton of money to be able to get outdoors. But a lot of that money is spent to protect us from the elements when we are outdoors. Some people love suffering. Some do it for the gram. Some just love to stay home until the weather gets nicer. Whatever it is, feel free to do you!For more videos, gear reviews, blog and more visit www.brofessoradventures.com

We got a chance to hangout with Will @aventure_rig. He had some interesting stories to share with us. What it's been like living in his 70 series Land Cruiser full time over the last year. Or now as he sets up his new GX 470. We find out some of the popular and questionable trends in Japanese car culture. As well as fun trips, camping style, airsoft and a bunch more.

We had some special guests in town this week stop by the podcast. We're joined by Brian and Marisa from Our PNW Adventures. They have a YouTube channel that chronicles their adventures. Hopping all around the Pacific Northwest in their 5th gen 4Runner with a Lobo adventure trailer in tow. We find out what it's like camping with a trailer, cooking at camp and hiking trips. They share stories from their travels including future travel plans. We even get a little spooky talking about the supernatural and ghost hunting. 

We're back from the holidays! It's the first episode of the new year and we're kicking off Season 5! At the time, there are large fires happening in California. Ben and Jared go over some of the destruction and cautions associated with the fires. They discuss what gear you may already have with your camping setups that could help you out in such a situation or other natural disasters. Also during their off time Jared was out exploring the Southwest. He shares some stories from his adventure. And Ben was abroad in Spain. He gives some highlights from his travels.

Join hosts Scott Brady and Matt Scott as they reflect on the past 12 months of adventures, vehicle tests, and industry changes in the overland world. In this episode, Scott and Matt discuss memorable moments from their travels, including a deep dive into factory overland vehicles like the INEOS Quartermaster and factory enhancements to popular midsize trucks. They also touch on personal milestones, such as Matt's acquisition of the first car he ever drove and Scott's extensive overland journey from Cape Town to London. The duo highlights the importance of valuing travel experiences over material possessions, sharing insights into the shifting dynamics of the overland community post-COVID. Additionally, they explore exciting plans for 2025, including potential new destinations and vehicle projects. Tune in for an inspiring recap and look ahead into the future of overlanding.

Looking for the perfect Christmas gift for the overlander or outdoor adventurer in your life? Whether they're just starting out or seasoned pros, I've got you covered with this ultimate 2024 holiday gift guide! From budget-friendly essentials to splurge-worthy gear, I've curated a list of gifts they'll actually use and love. In this episode, you'll find: -Affordable stocking stuffers -Mid-range options perfect for upgrading their overlanding setup -Premium gear for those looking to make a big impression If you love camping, overlanding, or outdoor exploration, this guide will give you plenty of ideas to make their holiday season unforgettable! Mentioned in this episode: Stocking stuffers: Patches and stickers ($5 or $12): ⁠⁠https://allthingsoverlanding.com/shop⁠⁠ Sea to Summit folding cups ($15): ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/4i36r1u⁠⁠ Ocoopa Hand Warmers ($35ish): ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/47fVpB6⁠⁠ Flextail tiny repel ($50): ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3MRuiCZ⁠⁠ $25-100 Gift Ideas: Aeros Ultralight Pillow ($50): ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3SITJt9⁠⁠ Helinox Origami Tote ($100): ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/4fZR5ZV⁠⁠ Flame King 5lb propane tank ($55): ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/413veww⁠⁠ Remette pocket knife ($50): ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/4i2l9FU⁠⁠ Full Windsor, plate, bowl, and silverware set ($80-120): ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/493sGjM⁠⁠ $101-500 Gifts: Helinox Field Desk ($150): ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3Z9FDnA⁠⁠ Fenix LD45R ($160): ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3V6Ywqg⁠⁠ Moon Shade ($380ish): ⁠⁠https://moonfab.com/pages/experts/jason-fletcher⁠⁠ Jet Boil Genesis Basecamp ($360): ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3CRuhwW⁠⁠ Outlast Supply Waterproof bags-Use code Allthingsoverlanding for 15% off!: Duffle ($150): ⁠⁠https://www.outlast-supply.com/product-page/copy-of-expedition-pack-65l⁠⁠ Backpack ($125): ⁠⁠https://www.outlast-supply.com/product-page/adventure-pack-40l-1⁠⁠ $501 + Gifts: Hest Sleep Stuff- Hest Pillow ($75): ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/40WFBlC⁠⁠ Hest Foamy mattress with fitted sheet ($350): ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3Z48iur⁠⁠ Hest comforter (optional, but it's awesome-$300): ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/4g2wJz7⁠⁠ Wildfinder RTT $999: ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/4i36Jp6⁠⁠ Ecoflow Delta 2: ⁠⁠https://amzn.to/3Z49j5J⁠⁠ To save 12% off anything in the ICECO store, use code: ALLTHINGSOVERLANDING ICECO APL55: ⁠⁠https://collabs.shop/cnoh3v⁠⁠ ICECO APL55 Fridge Slide: ⁠⁠https://collabs.shop/oitabj⁠⁠ ICECO JP50 Fridge (includes battery): ⁠⁠https://collabs.shop/e9n8dn⁠⁠ JP50 Fridge Slide: ⁠⁠https://collabs.shop/btvtjh⁠⁠ ICECO Main Website (remember to use the code above for 12% off anything you buy!): ⁠⁠https://icecofreezer.com/ALLTHINGSOVERLANDING⁠⁠ A huge thanks to my featured partners: ICECO Fridges (the best fridges for the money, hands down-Use code ALLTHINGSOVERLANDING for 12% off your order):  ⁠⁠https://icecofreezer.com/ALLTHINGSOVERLANDING⁠⁠ Openroad 4x4 (my favorite roof top tent and winches. Great quality for a budget price!):  ⁠⁠https://openroad4wd.com?aff=47⁠⁠ Moon Fab Awning (super flexible, non-permanently mounted awnings for all kinds of applications. This link will take you to more info on how I have it set up on my 3rd gen Frontier):  ⁠⁠https://moonfab.com/pages/experts/jason-fletcher⁠⁠ Kenda Tires (my favorite tires for the last 10 years):  ⁠⁠http://bit.ly/3YSwrlh⁠⁠ Click here to join the Patreon community for exclusive content and access to the Discord channel:  ⁠⁠https://www.patreon.com/allthingsoverlanding⁠⁠ For a full list of my gear, check out this page for quick reference links:  ⁠⁠https://allthingsoverlanding.com/gear/⁠⁠ Looking for budget light bars, rock lights, and LED strips for your rig? Check out Nilight and use code ATO for 5% off! ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3vuhN8F⁠⁠ For more great content and info, you can follow me on Facebook, Instagram, or search for All Things Overlanding on all the major podcast channels! Facebook:  ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/34pYsXv⁠⁠ Instagram:  ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/34pYS01⁠⁠ TikTok:  ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3BWJbzJ⁠⁠ YouTube:  ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3cV5ZBb⁠⁠ Newbie Overlander Facebook Group:  ⁠⁠https://bit.ly/3b7RNos

This week Ben and Jared are getting to hangout with Crystal @thefurrunner. She drives a nicely setup 5th Gen 4runner that we get into the build out of and all the cool mods she has done to it. And of course we have to talk about dogs and her 3 pups she hauls around in her rig. She also shares with us some of her favorite trips, the fun of going to events and meetups, working with Toyota, soccer, music and so much more!

We're hanging out this week with Aubrey, @not.a.forest.ranger. Aubrey has a taste for adventure and the outdoors so he built up his Ford Ranger to take him there. Cleanly setup for his needs without breaking the bank. We talk camping, EV vehicles, fridges and other random topics.

Are you new to overlanding (or maybe not so new, but forgetful, like me) and want to avoid some common pitfalls? In this episode, I'm diving into the 5 most common mistakes overlanders make—and, more importantly, how you can avoid them! From packing mishaps to route planning challenges, I'll share practical tips and insights to ensure your overlanding journey is smooth, safe, and enjoyable. Whether you're gearing up for your first adventure or looking to improve your setup, this video covers key mistakes that can catch even seasoned explorers off guard. We'll walk you through: * Overpacking * Overplanning * Poor Route Planning * Overestimating Your Ability * Underestimating Obstacles So, check out the full episode to help get ready for your next trip!

We get to hangout this week with Gabe from @battlereadyrigs and talk about his "slightly" modified '97 Jeep XJ. Our good buddy Neal @nealskis who knows Gabe from his Subie days joins us for a bit as well. Gabe's XJ is not your basic grocery getter though. He's cut the back off and made it into a flatbed, slapped some 35's on it along with some other mods and hits the trails hard. We talk about how he got into modding vehicles with his family growing up. With everything from VW's to rock crawlers. How he got a his first taste of overlanding with his Subaru to wanting to go harder on the trails. 

It's just Ben and Jared hanging out this week. Jared recently headed up to the Eastern Sierra area for some fishing. His daughter and her friend wanted to give fishing a try while camping that weekend. They ended up finding some cool camp spots and had a great time, even if no fish were caught. Ben took his new Porsche Cayenne out on its maiden voyage. Him and our buddy Mark @landcruserdoods made a day run to checkout a local fire lookout. We also talk about some new gear they tested out, some throw back to the tuners days and some cool upcoming events.

Have you ever wanted to know what it take to be a part of the Rebelle Rally? Well you're in for a treat. This week we're hanging out with Team Desert Belles @teamdesertbelles! Kristen @mrs.optoffroad will be driving in her second year running the Rebelle and she is teaming up with Allison @charming4runner who will be navigating in her rookie year. They share with us how the rally is structured, the point system, checkpoints, the different stages and much more. We also get to hear how they are spending all their time training and the huge costs it take to compete. They're super appreciative of all their fans and sponsors coming together to help get their already sweet Bronco ready for the big day and be able to make it to the finish. Make sure to follow along as we'll be rooting for them!

This week we have on Aric @as_is_overland. Jared and Aric just got back from 4 days in the Western Sierra. They had the opportunity to join a group for season 2 of the Helko Hunt. Helko Werk axe company invited 3 teams to go up into the mountains to try and find buried treasure. We recap the fun and trials we went through to find the hidden caches. Plus good times getting to camp with some old and new friends. 

We had a lot of fun on this episode getting to hangout again with Al @sponsoredbywifey who was last on the show back in Season 2, Episode #82. Plus getting to know Erwin @mallrig.pro. They both have super clean Gen 3 Tundras with popup campers. Al has the Four Wheel Camper, Project M while Erwin went with the OVLND Camper. Both have been decked out by Sponsored by Wifey handling the build-outs. Of course they had to make sure to include the essentials like sink, stove, fridge, microwave, VR gaming set, projection screen. You know, the basics. We get into talking about E-bikes, photography, camp events, TV commercials and all sorts of cool stuff. Hangout with for a few hours and have some fun!

Tony and Joey discuss the worst! The worst gear we have ever installed...the worst thing we can do as Overlanders to give us a bad name, the worst trails and MORE! Listen as we hash out many of the worst we have dealt with as well as listeners who chimed in during the live show. Thank you for listening and make sure and give us a follow on our social media channels to keep up with all we are doing! Instagram, Facebook and YouTube under THE Overland Podcast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theoverlandpodcast/support

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We've been talking about it for awhile now and it's finally happening. We are now live and on camera. Whether or not thats a good thing we'll find out. To help us test it all out our buddy Norm @land_beaver1 stops by the studio. He's been on a few trips sense we talked last. He was out exploring Montana, Wyoming and Colorado and shares some of those adventures. Plus we take a couple questions from a few listeners tuning into the live stream.

Ben and Jared are joined by their buddy Chef Sean @fstlayn this week. Jared and Sean have been doing some exploring along the 395 and share some highlights from their trips. Jared had also just spent 4 days at Expo PNW up in Oregon. He talks about some of the products he saw and getting to meet up with friends he ran into while there. How does the PNW Expo rank against Expo West? After Expo Jared joined up with some friends to head out to the Oregon coast for some beach camping. While there, some interesting events took place including needing to pullout the medical bags. Then it was back down the 395 to meet up with another friend before heading home.

This episode Ben and Jared are joined by their buddy Rafael @tacotrooper31. It's summertime and it's heating up. Ben and Rafa are stripping down their trucks and changing things up a bit and dropping some weight. While Jared is doing the opposite and gearing up for a 11 day trip up to Oregon and stoping by Overland Expo PNW. Hangout as they talk all about portable AC units, Starlink, hot Cheetos, camping with dogs and a bunch of other fun stuff.

Jared and Ben are back from out on the road. They've been getting up to some higher elevations lately. Ben just got back from northern Arizona during Expo West but does it different. While Jared was up exploring the mountains of the 395. They talk about trail damage, new coffee setups, taking naps at camp, fashion advice and plenty of random thoughts that pop into their heads.

In this week's episode of the podcast I'm talking about some of the easiest to make mistakes that new Overlanders often make. How do I know this? I made all these mistakes myself. So, I figured I'd share to hopefully help you avoid some of the expense and pain I went through. As mentioned in the episode, below are some links to the things I mentioned that I really like. Hitch Mounted D-ring for rear recovery point: https://amzn.to/3UUcoTO Openroad Winch: https://openroad4wd.com/collections/electric-winches-panther-2s/products/13000-lb-winch-with-synthetic-rope-and-2-wireless-remotes-panther-series-2-s?aff=47 Cheap Flashlights: https://amzn.to/44Wflrp Novsight Ditch Lights: https://amzn.to/44Wfpr9 Colight 6.5" Spotlights: https://amzn.to/4ar7qn3 Auxbeam Ditch Lights: https://amzn.to/3KaeWrS A huge thanks to my featured partners: Kenda Tires (my favorite tires):  http://bit.ly/3YSwrlh ICECO Fridges (long lasting fridges for great prices):  https://amzn.to/3TGtcgm OpenRoad (great budget priced winches and roof top tents):  https://openroad4wd.com?aff=47 REDARC (all kinds of trick power management solutions):  https://bit.ly/3rt1ZiB Northology Adventures (Sign up for their FREE monthly magazine and check out their events!):  https://bit.ly/3iww7Ue Click here to join the Patreon community for exclusive content and access to the Discord channel:  https://www.patreon.com/allthingsoverlanding Click here to get a patches or stickers:  https://allthingsoverlanding.com/shop/ For a full list of my gear, check out this page for quick reference links:  https://allthingsoverlanding.com/gear/ Looking for budget light bars, rock lights, and LED strips for your rig? Check out Nilight and use code ATO for 5% off! https://bit.ly/3vuhN8F For more great content and info, you can follow me on Facebook, Instagram, or search for All Things Overlanding on all the major podcast channels! Facebook:  https://bit.ly/34pYsXv Instagram:  https://bit.ly/34pYS01 TikTok:  https://bit.ly/3BWJbzJ YouTube:  https://bit.ly/3cV5ZBb Newbie Overlander Facebook Group:  https://bit.ly/3b7RNos

Jared and Ben are camping together again! They set out for a nice 3 day adventure through Northern Arizona. They were joined by some family and a few close friends on this one. Aric @as_is_overland being one of those to tag along on this trip joins them on the show this week. They all recap the unexpected weather, breakdowns, and all around fun times had at camp.

In this week's episode, I wanted to talk a bit about how I'm falling down the rabbit hole of "prepping" and also why it works really well with overlanding. If you aren't aware of what prepping is or think it's just about the nuclear apocalypse, there's a lot of positivity that comes from being prepared in the event of getting stuck offroad or while remote and a lot of the gear from overlanding carries over to prepping as well. So, check out the full episode to hear why overlanding and prepping go hand in hand and how I'm repurposing some of my old overlanding gear to get more prepared for something like getting stuck or breaking down while overlanding. A huge thanks to my featured partners: Kenda Tires (my favorite tires):  http://bit.ly/3YSwrlh ICECO Fridges (long lasting fridges for great prices):  https://amzn.to/3TGtcgm OpenRoad (great budget priced winches and roof top tents):  https://openroad4wd.com?aff=47 REDARC (all kinds of trick power management solutions):  https://bit.ly/3rt1ZiB Northology Adventures (Sign up for their FREE monthly magazine and check out their events!):  https://bit.ly/3iww7Ue Click here to join the Patreon community for exclusive content and access to the Discord channel:  https://www.patreon.com/allthingsoverlanding Click here to get a patches or stickers:  https://allthingsoverlanding.com/shop/ For a full list of my gear, check out this page for quick reference links:  https://allthingsoverlanding.com/gear/ Looking for budget light bars, rock lights, and LED strips for your rig? Check out Nilight and use code ATO for 5% off! https://bit.ly/3vuhN8F For more great content and info, you can follow me on Facebook, Instagram, or search for All Things Overlanding on all the major podcast channels! Facebook:  https://bit.ly/34pYsXv Instagram:  https://bit.ly/34pYS01 TikTok:  https://bit.ly/3BWJbzJ YouTube:  https://bit.ly/3cV5ZBb Newbie Overlander Facebook Group:  https://bit.ly/3b7RNos

This week Jared and Ben are hanging out, sharing stories. Jared just recently went out with some friends out exploring parts of Death Valley. He shares some of the cool sights they visited and adventures they experienced. From crazy winds, awesome trails, hot springs and great people makes for a great trip. Also touch on some upcoming projects. 

Support The Deep TrackThis week we welcome Erik Pavelka to the podcast to chat about adventure ready overlanders, 4x4s, and vans. Erik is the co-founder of a new website called Curated Bid, which features a curated selection of, well, adventure ready overlanders, 4x4s, and vans. There are some remarkable vehicle represented on the site, from custom Defenders to fully decked out Mercedes Sprinter vans, along with plenty of surprises in between. Best of all, these vehicles are ready to keep up with any adventure you dare throw at them, these are no garage queens. Show Notes:Curated BidCurated Bid on InstagramBertucci WatchesIWC Petronas Pilot Chronograph St. Jude's Memphis MarathonTudor Pelagos 39Adventure Ready Vans1984 Puch (Mercedes) 230GEFree SoloPorsche 911 (993)Bring A TrailerCars & Bids1998 Land Rover Defender 90 RHD (in bright green)Vic Elford Daytona Owned by Jerry Seinfeld

Joey and Tony sit down LIVE with Feral Chick Outdoors and talk about all she is doing to inspire females to get out there and become Overlanders! What a great interview and inspiring message she has for all ladies out there who might be on the fence about getting out there and taking on this challenge of living Feral! Follow us on our Socials and YouTube! All at THE Overland Podcast. Thank you for watching and Listening! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theoverlandpodcast/support

We got our buddy Mike @flatbedtundra on the show with us this week. Not only does Mike have a nicely setup Tundra with a flatbed, he also custom built a trailer that is probably more dialed in than most trucks. When he decided to remove the bed of his truck and go with a flatbed he had a vision. Why waste a perfectly good truck bed? Why not turn it into a sick, overly built overland trailer! We talk about the build process and testing it out in places like Mojave and Anza Borrego. Tune in as we may have also discovered the next sleeper, overland rig.

We were finally able to get our friend Aim @overlandpriority to join us on the show! Not only does he go on some awesome adventures, he also has some amazing photography, which you can check out on his other page @aimlorejas_photography. He didn't always have all the cool gear and rad rig. He shares where he started and the evolution into where he is now. He may travel as a solo vehicle but he doesn't go it alone. His whole family is along for the ride!

In this week's episode of the podcast, I'm going to run you through the basics of solar power and it's uses for overlanding. I see people asking lots of questions in overlanding and camping groups and forums, so while I'm no electrician, I've been using solar for the last 4 or 5 years and I've learned a lot. I was in the same place as a lot of us 5 years ago where solar seemed really intimidating and scary, but once I got into it, it's really pretty straightforward and there are so many valuable uses that it's a powerful tool for your overlanding build. As I mention in the video, here are a couple of helpful links to related articles that may help if you're getting started in solar. Mono vs. Poly: Solar Cells Comparison: https://sunvivalguide.com/amorphous-vs-monocrystalline-vs-polycrystalline-solar-panel/ Solar calculator: https://mowgli-adventures.com/rv-solar-calculator/ And here are some of the solar products I've used over the years that I liked: The first 100W Renogy Solar panel with controller that I ran on my Xterra ($130 and includes panel, controller, and cords): https://amzn.to/42YED7p Odyssey AGM Starter battery (ran this in both my Xterra and again in my Frontier-if you're not in a Nissan truck, verify the battery size for your application): https://amzn.to/3SYXnyP I built a portable power bank on the cheap using this battery (100AH LifePo4): https://amzn.to/3T0a9gC And I put that battery in a pre-made battery box for tons of capacity for around $300 total: https://amzn.to/3Ifwpyj If you have a solar panel, but want a decent budget controller to allow you to hook it up to a battery, this one is great and it's $18: https://amzn.to/3P0oQzh Or, if you want a better MPPT controller, this one is under $70 and has bluetooth connectivity and a phone app: https://amzn.to/3TdyZuK Here's that Allpowers power bank and it comes with a 200 watt flexible panel (I'm going to mount mine to the top of my RTT for about $500 total including the power bank and the solar panel): https://amzn.to/49Tkfqi

Ben and Jared both went camping in the desert this last weekend but not together. Ben took an adventure with both his dogs and a great group for an awesome trip exploring around the Mojave desert. Jared couldn't get out for the whole weekend so opted for a quick overnighter in Anza Borego. They share some highs and lows from their trips. They also dive into wedding dress attire and pie for desert.

In this episode of the podcast, I'm going to talk about what I think are the next 3 big trends that will either start or continue throughout 2024. Now that Overlanding has become a bigger thing in the United States, what will happen with the industry? What will happen with the types and quantity of modifications for our vehicles or gear for camping? A huge thanks to my featured partners: Kenda Tires (my favorite tires):  http://bit.ly/3YSwrlh REDARC (all kinds of trick power management solutions):  https://bit.ly/3rt1ZiB Northology Adventures (Sign up for their FREE monthly magazine and check out their events!):  https://bit.ly/3iww7Ue Click here to join the Patreon community for exclusive content and access to the Discord channel:  https://www.patreon.com/allthingsoverlanding Click here to get a patches or stickers:  https://allthingsoverlanding.com/shop/ For a full list of my gear, check out this page for quick reference links:  https://allthingsoverlanding.com/gear/ Looking for budget light bars, rock lights, and LED strips for your rig? Check out Nilight and use code ATO for 5% off! https://bit.ly/3vuhN8F For more great content and info, you can follow me on Facebook, Instagram, or search for All Things Overlanding on all the major podcast channels! Facebook:  https://bit.ly/34pYsXv Instagram:  https://bit.ly/34pYS01 TikTok:  https://bit.ly/3BWJbzJ YouTube:  https://bit.ly/3cV5ZBb Newbie Overlander Facebook Group:  https://bit.ly/3b7RNos

This week we had a great time getting to know Leeno from Ibis Offroad @ibisoffroad. Leeno gives us the run down on the offroad scene where he's from in Florida. Aside from having to deal with recovering in the marshland mud and the occasional gator, overlanding is pretty similar on the opposite coast. With Ibis Offroad he takes people out on guided trail adventures. From more advanced wheeling to the first timers. Offering training on how to self recover and being prepared with first aid. We also talk breakdowns, tires, airboats and other adventures.

This week, our buddy Matt Kester drops in. Matt, formally 2nd Hand Overland has started a new chapter in his life. He decided to give up his old Land Rover and trade it for 2 wheels. He's started traveling on a KLR 650 now. Hang out with us as we share some adventures, talk about running marathons, try some new bourbon, give questionable life advice and just have a good time. For more on Matt and his adventures follow him at Matt Kester on YouTube and on the gram @matt.t.kester

Our first guest of 2024 is our buddy Adam @adam.m.queen. Photography is his profession and he's been fortunate enough to be able to call home anywhere he feels like pulling up. Whether it's down by the beach or parked along a river up in the mountains. He makes this easier by driving a well put together Revel Sprinter van. We not only dive into van life but overall life. We share our thoughts on food, cool places, YouTube, whiskey, and whatever we feel like. Hangout with us and a have a few laughs.

We've been on a break for a bit to be with family over the holidays and to do some traveling. But we're back baby! This week Ben and Jared fill us in on what they've been up to during the time off. Ben recaps his 2 week trip to Greece and some mishaps in the desert with friends on a weekend getaway. Jared spent 8 days traveling up to the coast of Oregon and back. Some good times out at the popular local event Rigs & Brews and what plans they have for the new year.

Ben and Jared are hanging out this week with longtime friend James @jamesporter4sure. We talk about how he's managed to put down over 320K miles on his sweet 2020 F350 traveling the country. James even shares with us transitioning from life in the Marines to private security work. We also discuss hunting, his EDC and being able to bond with his son at his first concert while exploring Utah and some sketchy trails. 

Cara from Ozark Overland Adventures and Danielle (@secondoverland) just returned from an amazing weekend leading the ladies of the GoXplorUSA Ladies Only Ozarks Run. They talk about the rise in Ladies Overlanding events and what its like to be a female in a male dominated lifestyle. We were live with questions and comments from the audience. Thank you for joining us! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/brofessorbatsandfriends/support

If you only had 10 days to explore Colorado how would you do it? Well good friends of the show Aric and Shelby of @as_is_overland share with us how they went about it. Got to say it sounded like a great time. Hangout with us as we get to hear all about their adventure. Through the good, the not so good and a few surprises. 

I've been seeing some more and more talk about payload when outfitting and setting up Overlanding builds. Honestly, this isn't a topic I've thought about a ton in the past as I always assumed that even with an RTT and drawer system, I wouldn't be anywhere near the max payload. However, there's a lot to think about and a lot of factors that go into payload and how your vehicle carries it. So, in this episode of the podcast, I'm going to talk a bit about that to hopefully plant a seed with other newer Overlanders to think about this issue and to make good decisions. As I mentioned in the episode, Nathan at Outdoor Auto has a really great episode diving much deeper into payload, so if you want to learn significantly more, check out his video here and subscribe to his channel because he makes great content: https://youtu.be/_eOBiZcU3sg?si=c076YroIUB_5Yk-8 A huge thanks to my featured partners: Kenda Tires (my favorite tires):  http://bit.ly/3YSwrlh REDARC (all kinds of trick power management solutions):  https://bit.ly/3rt1ZiB Northology Adventures (Sign up for their FREE monthly magazine and check out their events!):  https://bit.ly/3iww7Ue Click here to join the Patreon community for exclusive content and access to the Discord channel:  https://www.patreon.com/allthingsoverlanding Click here to get a patches or stickers:  https://allthingsoverlanding.com/shop/ For a full list of my gear, check out this page for quick reference links:  https://allthingsoverlanding.com/gear/ Looking for budget light bars, rock lights, and LED strips for your rig? Check out Nilight and use code ATO for 5% off! https://bit.ly/3vuhN8F For more great content and info, you can follow me on Facebook, Instagram, or search for All Things Overlanding on all the major podcast channels! Facebook:  https://bit.ly/34pYsXv Instagram:  https://bit.ly/34pYS01 TikTok:  https://bit.ly/3BWJbzJ YouTube:  https://bit.ly/3cV5ZBb Newbie Overlander Facebook Group:  https://bit.ly/3b7RNos

We have the Barberena brother's in the studio this week. Brandon @code_5537 is not new to the show but Andrew decided to join in on the fun. They recently had a what was supposed to be a quick trail run up John Bull in Big Bear before grabbing lunch, turn into an all day indever. They go over the series of events of that day and any lessons that were learned. We also talk filters as Andrew works for SB Filters, how to properly wire a circuit breaker, and why you should always carry ratchet straps.

The first Lil' Smokies Campout and Cookoff is in the books! It was an awesome time up in the mountains, getting to hangout with old friends and making new ones. The cookoff was amazing! Everyone went above and beyond with their meals. Ben and Jared go over all the shenanigans that went down that weekend. Plus its starting to cool down and Jared shares his brief, but fun time hanging out up at the Toyo Tires event up in Holcomb Valley.

In te world of Overlanding, one name stands above the rest. Lee Riser who is also the VP of Marketing for Realtruck, has been a staple in the overlanding world for more than 2 decades. Now starring in the television show "The Overlanders" airing on the Outdoor Network, she is part of an all female team that is traversing different challenges to come out on top. Ms. Riser is also an accomplished overlander outside of the television cameras. Enjoying many days afield taking her 4x4 to different areas of the country to explore and enjoy God's creation. She is also a woman of faith who openly professes her faith in Christ. Today's show is refreshing and fulfilling as we dive into many areas I am unfamiliar with.  www.realtruck.com 

We're hanging out this week with Chef Sean @fstlayn. While Ben was in Arizona, Sean and Jared were both up exploring the 395. They were with different groups but at times were only 5min apart. They ran into changes in weather, field repairs, and some amazing times.

This week were joined by Rob and Avis from Overland V1.0. They are currently taking a short break from traveling all over in their ridiculously cool 2021 RAM 3500 for Avis to train with Kristen @mrs.optoffroad in the Opt Offroad Bronco, for her second time running the Rebelle Rally. We talk about some of their trips including traveling from Virginia to Alaska, and getting muddy along the Mojave Trail. We also discuss the current restrictions in place for those filming in National Parks and how crazy the laws are. To get involved head over to their Youtube channel for more info with links and how you can help.

Chase and Aimee Bartee are extremely hard-working filmmakers with a passion for fly fishing, overlanding, and conserving the beautiful and wild country they love.The story of the Bartees is the story of two artists pursuing an uncompromising path toward their artistic vision. Finding success with their first film Journey On, the couple has developed a devoted YouTube following on their channel, Tight Loops, and received critical acclaim for their wilderness expeditionary film, Big Land. Their most recent project, For Wild's Sake: The Rare Trout Chronicles, showcases their unique, cinematic blend of entertainment, education, and inspiration.We sit down with Chase and Aimee at the XOVERLAND hangar to discuss their philosophy as artists, current projects, adventures in their 1985 Volkswagen Vanagon Westfalia Weekender Van, and transition to a 2023 Toyota Tundra featuring a Four Wheel Camper Hawk. Our discussion features everything from harrowing tales of Baja adventure to approaches to minimizing our impact on the outdoor environments and resources we cherish. We hope you enjoy our conversation with the very talented couple, Chase and Aimee Bartee of Tight Loops!This podcast is brought to you by onX Offroad!Read the show notes here!Watch this podcast here!

Fred Ashmore and Billy Taff join us to talk about their participation on the new show, Overlanders, from @hatchtv You can see the final episode on the #outdoor channel ( @OUTDChannel ) Sep 1st

We hang out with Ben from the Average Overlanders for this episode following our hang out at the KC x Chemical guys rigs and coffee event. We spend time talking about the lack of time in life

Overlanders of the Year Lisa Morris and Jason Spafford compare traveling by motorcycle and Toyota Hilux in this podcast from the field. Host Ashley Giordano learns more about the couple's moto journey along the Pan-American Highway and the rigors of overlanding through Iceland in the winter.Full show notes available at Overland Journal Podcast