The Overland Journal Podcast

Overland Journal Podcast host Ashley Giordano interviews automotive journalist and former Overland Journal editor-in-chief Chris Collard (2011–2018) as the publication approaches its 20-year anniversary. Collard discusses recent Sierra Nevada conservation initiatives, trips through Baja and South America, upcoming guided expeditions, and commercial automotive photography. He reflects on managing issue planning and performing data-driven product evaluations—covering coolers, shock absorbers, LED lights, and fire extinguishers—utilizing precise lab testing and field validation, including a transparently resolved ARB prototype failure. Additionally, Collard details international travel challenges, including an emergency appendectomy in Argentina and vehicle logistics in Kenya, emphasizing cross-cultural hospitality and practical safety. He concludes with vehicle insights, personal preferences, and encouragement for aspiring overlanders to begin exploring with existing equipment. Chris Collard: Instagram | Facebook | Website Tune in Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube The Overland Journal Podcast is brought to you this week by Hankook Tire and GME Radios For additional heritage content and news, sign up for Overland Journal’s Weekly Dispatch: overlandjournal.com.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Overland Journal Podcast, host Ashley Giordano interviews Monika and Gary Westcott, seasoned photojournalists with fifty years of travel experience. They share insights into the Turtle Expedition, detailing the custom build and features of their Turtle V vehicle. The Westcotts reflect on the evolution of travel photography, communication on the road, and changes in the overlanding community over the decades. They highlight their philanthropic work supporting girls' education in Central Asia, demonstrating the power of giving back and cultural connection through language. Throughout the conversation, Monika and Gary emphasize the importance of pursuing dreams, learning life lessons from global adventures, and finding lasting joy in exploration. Gary and Monika Wescott: Website | Instagram | Facebook Tune in Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube The Overland Journal Podcast is brought to you this week by Hankook Tire and Midland Radio For additional heritage content and news, sign up for Overland Journal’s Weekly Dispatch: overlandjournal.com. New to Overland Journal and want to grab a subscription? Visit Overland Journal and enter code: overlandpodcast at checkout for 20% off. We thank you for being a subscriber.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Overland Journal Podcast host Ashley Giordano welcomes back longtime contributor and former gear editor Graham Jackson as Overland Journal approaches its 20-year anniversary. Jackson recounts writing a major Issue 1 feature on nine months traveling in Africa, sharing how he compressed the journey into a story and persuaded his wife to join. He reflects on conducting data-driven gear reviews—including tie-down crash tests and rigorous water-filter evaluations—and discusses Overland Expo training, the founding of 7P, and producing a self-funded 2023 Belize conservation documentary. Defining overlanding versus expeditions, Jackson advocates minimal vehicle modifications and reliable recovery gear while sharing insights on stewardship. Tune in Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube For additional heritage content and news, sign up for Overland Journal’s Weekly Dispatch: overlandjournal.com  Graham Jackson: Website | Instagram | Facebook Graham Jackson Overland Passage Overland Glovebox Guide -- the app for Overlanding Barefoot Productions On YouTube See the Camp 6 film trailer here  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Overland Journal Podcast Host Ashley Giordano welcomes Director of Design Stephanie Brady to celebrate the magazine’s 20-year anniversary. Brady recounts launching the print publication between 2006 and 2007 with a small team, limited funding, and learning design tools on the job. She reflects on early production challenges, printing the debut issue in Salt Lake City, and the dramatic growth of the overland industry since. Brady shares memorable moments, details what she looks for in photo pitches, and recalls favorite trips to Iceland and Africa. She also discusses relocating from Arizona to Minnesota and reflects on the magazine’s personal impact. Overland Journal Podcast Episode #328 Tune in Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube The Overland Journal Podcast is brought to you this week by Hankook Tire New to Overland Journal and want to grab a subscription? Visit Overland Journal and enter code: overlandpodcast at checkout for 20% off. We thank you for being a subscriber. For additional heritage content and news, sign up for Overland Journal’s Weekly Dispatch: overlandjournal.com   See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Overland Journal Podcast host Ashley Giordano interviews writer, ecologist, and Overland Journal co-founder Jonathan Hanson for the publication's 20-year anniversary. Hanson discusses his favorite expedition vehicles, including his 1973 FJ40 and a 1993 Land Cruiser Troopy traveled across Australia, Africa, and the U.S. He shares how early field-biology work and outdoor exploration shaped his approach to conservation and travel, leading to the creation of Overland Journal and Overland Expo. Reflecting on his editorial philosophy, Hanson recounts collaborating with Tom Sheppard on the Vehicle-Dependent Expedition Guide, highlights memorable journeys in Southern Africa and Egypt, introduces his new publication, Exploration Quarterly, and offers practical advice on vehicle modifications, low-impact driving, and essential overlanding gear. Jonathan Hanson: Exploring Overland | Jonathan Hanson Author | Exploration Quarterly | Tune in Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTube The Overland Journal Podcast is brought to you this week by Hankook Tire For additional heritage content and news, sign up for Overland Journal’s Weekly Dispatch: overlandjournal.com  New to Overland Journal and want to grab a subscription? Visit Overland Journal and enter code: overlandpodcast at checkout for 20% off. We thank you for being a subscriber.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.