Best Backcountry Magazine Podcasts (2024)

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Dave Sullivan on Military and Automotive Leadership 47:08

1h ago47:08

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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 significan…

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Jessy Muller on Taking the Slow Road and Living Full-Time in Her Vintage Commander 1:01:39

1d ago1:01:39

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By Scott Brady, Ashley Giordano, and Matt Scott

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172. Florida Farming: It's Deeper Than You Think; with Wade Purvis and Sam Phares 1:19:01

6h ago1:19:01

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The vast majority of people grossly underestimate the intricacies of growing produce to feed our nation as well as the significance of agriculture as a national security issue. On this week's episode, we spend time with 2023 Florida Farmer of the Year Wade Purvis having a conversation that provides in-depth insight into growing row crops in South F…

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Principles of Overlanding: Vehicle Electrical Systems with Mark Bruce 56:08

36m ago56:08

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By Scott Brady, Ashley Giordano, and Matt Scott

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171. Way Back Wednesday: Stories From Archived Issues of the Florida Cattleman Magazine 48:04

1h ago48:04

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In this episode, we're taking a look back at articles and stories that were featured in the Florida Cattleman Magazine many years ago. The heritage of our cattle culture has oftentimes been encapsulated in the pages of this magazine provided as a service to the membership of the Florida Cattlemen's Association and back issues are now archived withi…

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Episode 200: Lesson Learned, Why Ashley is Awesome, and Other Musings 1:33:33

20d ago1:33:33

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By Scott Brady, Ashley Giordano, and Matt Scott

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Mercedes and Andy Lilienthal 49:15

12d ago49:15

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By Scott Brady, Ashley Giordano, and Matt Scott

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170. The Stewardship Legacy of JB Ranch In Southwest Florida; with Liesa Priddy 1:12:26

13d ago1:12:26

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JB Ranch is situated in Collier County in the remote reaches of southwest Florida. The ranch is a stunning mosaic of hardwood hammocks, prairies, cypress domes, pine flat-woods, and more. It's steeped in history and the family has made dedicated efforts to protect a special piece of Florida while maintaining diverse yet sustainable agricultural ope…

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Ep. 72: Hunter Leonard, Leonard Motor Works 36:39

1M ago36:39

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Episode 72 of the Rider Magazine Insider Podcast is sponsored by Fire Power. We talk with Hunter Leonard, the creative force behind Leonard Motor Works. Leonard designed and built a vintage-styled all-electric motorcycle called Starrettania that won Best in Show at the Bring It Bike Show at the 2024 Americade rally. LINKS: LeonardMotorWorks.com, Br…

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169. Florida's September Storms Part 2: The 1928 Hurricane 1:26:06

22d ago1:26:06

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Join us this week as we cover several chapters and excerpts regarding the devastating 1928 Hurricane from Lawrence E. Will's book "Okeechobee Hurricane." Eyewitness accounts reveal the horror and destruction in the glades area that left an indelible mark on that region and our state as a whole.

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Next Meridian Expedition on Vehicle Shipping to Australia and the Importance of Finding Your Own Travel Rhythm 1:16:37

25d ago1:16:37

1:16:37

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 f…

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168. Poetry From The Pasture: Under The Shade Tree 40:24

1M ago40:24

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If you wanted to know what it's like to hang out under a shade tree in Florida's summer heat surrounded by cows, this week's episode will put you as close to the real experience as possible. Tune in for some great cowboy poetry coupled with bawling of calves as cows call out for them atop an ancient midden mound where the indigenous Belle Glade cul…

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167. Independence Day Special: A Look At Florida's Role In The American Revolution 58:51

1M ago58:51

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As we celebrate our nation's birth and independence this week, we take a look back at the role Florida played in those fateful days even before she was fully a state. There's much more here to uncover than most would expect so sit back and enjoy some old history from the Great State of Florida.

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Clay Croft on Doing Hard Things, Crossing Africa, and the new XOverland Ranch 1:06:45

2M ago1:06:45

1:06:45

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 th…

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[REBROADCAST] 102. Teaching Tradition and Serving Up Seminole Culture; with Mike Micco 55:59

2M ago55:59

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NOTE: this is a rebroadcast of an episode orignally published in 2022. It's one that we feel represents some of the best of old Florida out here Between The Beaches and hope that you'll enjoy it while we work on some updates for the show this week. Mike Micco comes from a line of elders deeply committed to the Brighton Community and the Seminole cu…

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Father's Day Special: Interviewing Larry Brady 51:54

2M ago51:54

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By Scott Brady, Ashley Giordano, and Matt Scott

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The Realities of Solo Motorcycle Travel with Chasing Crystal 1:02:09

3M ago1:02:09

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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.…

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166. The Daddy Of Chokoloskee: The Autobiography of C.G. McKinney; with Sam Phares 1:06:16

2M ago1:06:16

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As we prepare to venture to Marco Island and the Ten Thousand Islands region for the annual Florida Cattlemen's Association Convention and Allied Trade Show, we wanted to take a trip back in time to get a rare first person look at what that part of Florida was like before civilization had fully reached it. Such accounts of early Florida history are…

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165. Kindred Spirits On The Indian River 42:43

2M ago42:43

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One of the recent exhibitions at the A.E. Backus Museum and Gallery focused on the connection between Bean and one of his collectors, journalist W.M. Kiplinger. Not only did the exhibit feature splendid paintings, but it also featured numerous letters of correspondence from Kiplinger to Backus as well as other artists under his tutelage including A…

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Steve Edwards on Being an Overland Journalist, Living Abroad, and Buying Defenders on a Whim 1:06:35

3M ago1:06:35

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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…

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164. Rooted in Pasco County's Ranching Legacy; with Larry Barthle of Grand Bar Ranch, LLC 1:01:50

3M ago1:01:50

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From his time working on the ranch in Pasco County to leading the Florida Cattlemen's Association and beyond, Larry Barthle has made significant contributions to Florida and our cattle heritage. Join us this week for a conversation reflecting on the early history of Pasco on to the rapid growth and change agriculture in the county is experiencing n…

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Crossing Continents: Stuck at the Border of Djibouti 1:50:54

3M ago1:50:54

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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.By Scott Brady, Ashley Giordano, and Matt Scott

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163. Digging Through The Rich History of Treasure Hammock Ranch - Part 2; with Poet, Artist, and Rancher Sean Sexton 1:32:38

3M ago1:32:38

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In the first part of our interview with Sean Sexton, we covered his family's cattle history and many other ancillary contributions to Indian River County. This week in Part 2 we get an intimate look into his daily life as he shares excerpts from his personal journals, we share our thoughts on poetry and painting and how those pursuits are intertwin…

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Ep. 71: Americade and Bring It Bike Show 26:06

3M ago26:06

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On Episode 71 of the Rider Magazine Insider Podcast, we talk about the Americade rally, which takes place May 29 to June 1 in Lake George, New York. The world’s largest all-brand rally has scenic rides, demo rides, entertainment, and events. Rider and American Rider sponsor the Bring It Bike Show, with daily winners in multiple categories and a peo…

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162. Digging Through The Rich History of Treasure Hammock Ranch; with Poet, Artist, and Rancher Sean Sexton 1:13:21

3M ago1:13:21

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The Sexton family has an incredible legacy in Indian River County and have made lasting agricultural contributions that have carried over into so many other aspects of the community that it would be hard to list them all. The positive impacts they've made extend from the fence lines of their Treasure Hammock Ranch east to the coastline of the Atlan…

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The Overlanding Game Changers! 10 Revolutions in Travel 1:10:44

3M ago1:10:44

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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.By Scott Brady, Ashley Giordano, and Matt Scott

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161. Origin Stories And Oddities of Old Florida; with Sam Phares 50:25

3M ago50:25

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On this week's episode we delve into some origin stories of some major Florida landmarks and also cover a couple of odd tidbits that are part off our state's intriguing history. From the Seminole story of how Lake Okeechobee came to exist to how the U.S. Army resorted to using Cuban bloodhounds in the Second Seminole War, you're in for an entertain…

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A Morocco Masterclass with Amazigh Overland Founder Mark White 1:52:19

4M ago1:52:19

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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.By Scott Brady, Ashley Giordano, and Matt Scott

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Ep. 70: Paul Guillien and Ron West of Backcountry Discover Routes 45:44

4M ago45:44

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Our guests on Episode 70 of the Rider Magazine Insider Podcast are Paul Guillien andRon West of the Backcountry Discovery Routes organization, which is anonprofit thatcreates off-highway routes for dual-sport and adventure motorcycle travel andrecreation. The newest Backcountry Discover Route is in Northern California and covers940 miles off-paveme…

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Kingsley Holgate Shares His Lifetime of Overlanding Africa and Giving Back 1:39:13

4M ago1:39:13

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By Scott Brady, Ashley Giordano, and Matt Scott

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160. From Planks to Pavement: A Historical Review of Florida Roadways 53:38

4M ago53:38

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Travel in the early days of Florida was tough at best. Much of the state was underwater for a majority of the year which meant travel by waterways or horseback was most efficient. Roadways and transportation infrastructure blew the state wide open leading it to be the mega-state powerhouse that it is today. This week we take a look at some of those…

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April Overland News: The Lexus GX, Ford Ranger, Ducati DesertX Rally, and More 1:04:01

4M ago1:04:01

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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.By Scott Brady, Ashley Giordano, and Matt Scott

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159. A Sentinel For Florida Agriculture: A Conversation With Ardis Hammock 1:06:20

4M ago1:06:20

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Ardis Hammock is an integral part of Frierson Family Farm and the Florida agricultural community. Located immediately adjacent to the southern boundary of Lake Okeechobee for well over 100 years, her family shares a deep legacy in South Florida and has a history of service to not only agriculture, but to their surrounding communities as well. Join …

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Crossing Africa: Ethiopia with Bryon Bass and the Grenadier 1:29:46

5M ago1:29:46

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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…

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The Landy Expedition on Heading Off on the Trip of Your Dreams 49:11

5M ago49:11

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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.By Scott Brady, Ashley Giordano, and Matt Scott

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Ep. 69: 2024 Adventure Bikes with Kevin Duke (Part 2) 43:48

5M ago43:48

43:48

Episode 69 of the Rider Magazine Insider Podcast is sponsored by FLY Racing. Host Greg Drevenstedt invites his friend Kevin Duke, a veteran motojournalist who is editor-in-chief of American Rider, to talk about adventure bikes, which represent nearly half of the more than 70 new/updated motorcycles announced for the 2024 model year. LINKS: FLYracin…

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158. A Taste Of Tallahassee's Colorful And Controversial Past 44:59

5M ago44:59

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It may come as quite a surprise to many while being common knowledge to others, Tallahassee owns a very interesting and rather sordid past. It has flirted with famed Americans and infamous Floridians throughout the years and this week's episode highlights two such examples filled with overlapping themes and commonly shared circumstances. Tune in an…

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157. Remembering Wild and Wooly Days In The Flatwoods Of Florida; with Dusty Holley 1:32:33

5M ago1:32:33

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Dusty Holley is a man with many talents and a diverse knowledge base that allows him to be equally at home in a board room or sitting on a board in a set of cow pens. Aside from being the Director of Field Services for the Florida Cattlemen's Association, he's a great storyteller with extensive family roots in our state's cow culture. Dusty set asi…

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Thérèse-Marie Becker on Completing the Last Overland, Lessons in Leadership, and Finding Adventure 1:13:06

5M ago1:13:06

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By Scott Brady, Ashley Giordano, and Matt Scott

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Doug Stoup: The Iceman 52:31

5M ago52:31

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From playing NCAA soccer to a successful modeling and acting career to being the top polar explorer of his time, Doug Stoup is an enigma. Host Adam Howard recently journeyed to Antarctica with Stoup, and their conversation ranges from Doug’s personal training of A-list Hollywood actors to near death experiences; adventures with Doug Coombs; and tak…

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Tele Mike Russell: You Cannot Be What You Cannot See 48:07

6M ago48:07

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Tele Mike Russell grew up as a sharecropper’s son in Delaware, before attending college and becoming an executive in the pharmaceutical industry. Then he watched the second plane hit the World Trade Center and decided he’d better follow another path, this one to skiing in Colorado, where he’d go on to find a family in the National Brotherhood of Sk…

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[REBROADCAST] 32. Cur Dogs: Origins And Evolution of a Florida Cowboy's Best Friend 43:53

6M ago43:53

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Join us for a rebroadcast of this episode that takes a deeper historical look into the origins and development of the Florida rancher's favorite working partner, the cur dog or Florida cow dog. Suffice to say that when our ancestors sailed across the Atlantic to settle in North America, they brought not only livestock, but also a very essential too…

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Ultra Overlander of the Year: Raptor R vs. Bronco Raptor vs. Rubicon 392 vs. AT4x AEV vs. TRX and more 1:07:57

6M ago1:07:57

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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 4x4 Squared, Toyota Tundra TRD Pro, and Ram Power Wagon. This conversation is not an endorsement of Ultra Overlanders for international travel, but a dis…

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Eric Blehm: Meet Your Heroes 48:05

6M ago48:05

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When Craig Kelly died in 2003, the world of snowboarding was devastated. Twenty years later, New York Times best-selling author Eric Blehm returned to the site of Kelly’s death, to uncover the true story of what happened in the avalanche that killed the legendary snowboarder and six backcountry skiers in British Columbia’s Selkirk Mountains. Blehm’…

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EP12 - O.G. BIG MOUNTAIN SLEDDER - GOEFF KYLE 1:00:47

6M ago1:00:47

1:00:47

Geoff Kyle became a household name by his insane big mountain riding featured in films like Slednecks, 2SCS, Braap and 509. His no-fear approach to massive drops is what made him stand out from others in film parts. Now, Geoff owns and operates a sled and snowbike guiding service out of Pemberton, B.C. while still getting out on the snow as often a…

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Jay Shapiro on Living Abroad, Building an Expedition Camper, and Family Philanthropy 58:13

6M ago58:13

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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 now Kenya on their overland journey of discovery. Jay and his wife Alice also operate numerous not-for-profit organizations providing support to millio…

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156. The More Things Change, The More They Remain The Same Here In Florida; with Sam Phares 50:21

6M ago50:21

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After making it through a very successful art show and finding the time to solve our technical issues with our recording device, we're back with some fresh material for the show. Sam and I took time to select and read a few chapters from a book on obscure Florida history. We then had some lively discussion about observations we had on those selecti…

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Overlanding with Bruce on the Defender and Fly and Drive Southern Africa 1:02:12

6M ago1:02:12

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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 continent by Land Rover. In particular, Scott and Bruce discuss modern Land Rover Defenders and Bruce's experience using these vehicles in remote and rugg…

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EP11 - The Adrenaline Seeker, Cody Matechuk 1:18:53

7M ago1:18:53

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Cody Matechuk is always chasing a new challenge. He started off motocross racing at the age of four and quickly moved into Supermoto racing before his interest in backcountry snowmobiling took hold. His passion for the mountains and his natural talent on bikes led him to snowbiking where he won three X Games gold medals. And now he’s focusing on wi…

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Melanie Rohr on Solo Travel, Cyber Security, and the Joys of Giving Back 1:15:13

7M ago1:15:13

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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 communities we visit. Melanie shares practical insights from her decades in travel and technology, partnering with the UN and NGOs, and her most recent work in…

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