Best Simon Strand Podcasts (2024)

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Ted Simon - Formula for Real Adventure 1:12:19

18h ago1:12:19

1:12:19

Ted Simon is a well-known figure in the adventure motorcycle travel community. He rode his motorcycle around the world in the early 1970s, documenting his journey for a newspaper and later writing the book Jupiter’s Travels. The book became hugely popular and is still selling briskly almost five decades later. Ted recently turned 93 years old, and …

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566. Fallout Season 1 Review (with John Joseph Adams, Theresa DeLucci, Zach Chapman) 1:29:13

4d ago1:29:13

1:29:13

PanelBy David Barr Kirtley and John Joseph Adams

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Small vs Large Adventure Motorcycles Off-Road - Chris Birch 1:23:37

8d ago1:23:37

1:23:37

The topic of large and small adventure motorcycles is often approached with a "large vs small" angle, as if there is a definitive answer to the question of which is better. However, just as there is no one-size-fits-all solution for footwear, there is no perfect bike that suits everyone for all occasions. In this episode, we will discuss large and …

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565. David Sirota, co-creator of Don’t Look Up and author of Back to Our Future: How the 1980s Explain the World We Live in Now–Our Culture, Our Politics, Our Everything 55:34

14d ago55:34

55:34

InterviewBy David Barr Kirtley and John Joseph Adams

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Exploring India: Altitude Sickness in the Himalayas 1:51:54

15d ago1:51:54

1:51:54

Ready for another big adventure, Dustin Nere reunited with a good friend at the Delhi airport for a 2-month adventure in the Himalayas. Apart from booking flights, reserving a hotel for the first few nights, and reserving bikes in Dehradun, they had no real plan. They knew of only a couple of notable places that Dustin had read about, and they hope…

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Long Distance Riding at 75 1:32:49

22d ago1:32:49

1:32:49

When 62 year old Don Nelson from Colorado walked into a motorcycle dealership for a casual look around, little did he know what was about to happen. After the salesman offered for him to test ride a bike, Don found himself making an impulsive decision—he bought a Triumph Bonneville on the spot. Despite not having ridden a motorcycle in over 40 year…

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564. Teresa Sutherland, writer of The Wind and director of Lovely, Dark, and Deep 1:03:18

22d ago1:03:18

1:03:18

InterviewBy David Barr Kirtley and John Joseph Adams

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DEEP TROUBLE: Stranded in the Desert Without Fuel and Water 1:35:17

29d ago1:35:17

1:35:17

In this episode of DEEP TROUBLE, we talk with James McCormick who went on what he calls, a ‘leap of faith ride’ in Baja, somewhere he had ridden many times before. This time he and his friend chose to explore a more remote area and everything seemed to be going smoothly until they were well past halfway into the ride, when suddenly the road they ha…

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RIDER SKILLS: Proactive Off-Road Awareness 1:37:01

1M ago1:37:01

1:37:01

Proactive off-road awareness is a crucial safety step which allows riders to anticipate and respond to hazards effectively. Being in tune with the environment enables riders to navigate unpredictable obstacles such as rocks, roots, or uneven terrain, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries. And to talk about that we have SMART instructor, Clinto…

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563. Dune: Part Two Movie Review (with Andrea Kail, Matthew Kressel, Rajan Khanna) 1:31:27

1M ago1:31:27

1:31:27

PanelBy David Barr Kirtley and John Joseph Adams

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Don’t Forget This When Planning a Trip 1:14:34

1M ago1:14:34

1:14:34

When planning a motorcycle adventure, it’s important not to forget essential items that could impact your trip. You’ll double-check your tools, riding, camping, and cooking gear, and ensure that any necessary maintenance has been done. However, there’s one crucial component that’s often overlooked—think of it as a safety net for when you’re on the …

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562. 1899 Season 1 Review (with Erin Lindsey, Andrea Kail, Ruairi Carroll) 1:30:45

2M ago1:30:45

1:30:45

PanelBy David Barr Kirtley and John Joseph Adams

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Destination Africa - Experience Not Required 1:19:47

2M ago1:19:47

1:19:47

Africa is a top pick for motorcycle riders seeking adventure, but many see it as a tough destination for only experienced travelers. Is it too risky for beginners? Do you need special skills? What's there to see? In this episode, we'll explore these questions with an expert in Southern African motorcycle travel. Photos and links related to this epi…

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DEEP TROUBLE: Pinned 1:27:52

2M ago1:27:52

1:27:52

Two adventure riders, worlds apart are pinned by their own motorcycles. Join Dave Rodgers and Joe Siegel, as they face perilous challenges in this episode of DEEP TROUBLE. In this exclusive series, we’ll explore the captivating stories of riders who found themselves in DEEP TROUBLE. We'll be dissecting these situations, shedding light on the challe…

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561. Amanda Knox and Christopher Robinson, hosts of Labyrinths 1:04:54

2M ago1:04:54

1:04:54

InterviewBy David Barr Kirtley and John Joseph Adams

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Out of the Box - Reaching Ultimate Freedom 1:02:39

2M ago1:02:39

1:02:39

In 1999, Todd Lawson lost his brother, Sean, to cerebral malaria after a motorcycle journey through southern Africa. Wracked with guilt, Todd meets Christina, a kindred spirit, and together they embark on a motorcycle trip across the Americas, spreading Sean's ashes along the way. Inspired by Sean's adventurous spirit, they decide to return to Afri…

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RIDER SKILLS: Situational Awareness on the Road 1:51:55

2M ago1:51:55

1:51:55

Situational awareness while riding a motorcycle means being aware of your surroundings and predicting what might happen based on what you see. It's about paying attention to the road, other vehicles, weather, people and more. In this episode, Clinton Smout, Chief Riding Instructor at SMART Adventures, talks us through ways to read the scene around …

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560. For All Mankind Seasons 3 and 4 Review (with John Joseph Adams, Sara Lynn Michener, Rafael Jordan) 1:33:06

3M ago1:33:06

1:33:06

PanelBy David Barr Kirtley and John Joseph Adams

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Messaging - Changing the Way We Use Sat Comms 1:12:01

3M ago1:12:01

1:12:01

Satellite communication has been used for many years for emergencies during motorcycle adventures. But what about non-emergency situations? Sometimes, we might have a breakdown, need a part, be running late, feel sick, or decide to stay somewhere for an extra day. In such cases, messaging is the key to getting in touch with someone without causing …

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Mañana No More - Carl and Isabel Abrams 1:42:19

3M ago1:42:19

1:42:19

Carl and Isabel Abrams led a content life in the UK, with a comfortable home and fulfilling jobs that they enjoyed. In 2017, they embarked on a memorable motorcycle tour of Scandinavia, igniting a dream to circumnavigate the globe on their bikes. However, everything changed when three months later Isabel discovered a lump in her breast. The subsequ…

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559. Children of Dune by Frank Herbert Book Club (with Andrea Kail, Matthew Kressel, Rajan Khanna) 1:27:15

3M ago1:27:15

1:27:15

PanelBy David Barr Kirtley and John Joseph Adams

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The Best Things in Life are Free - Lavi and Ollie 1:32:51

3M ago1:32:51

1:32:51

Lavi Scholl and Ollie Gamblin met when picking cherries on a farm in Australia while on working holiday visas. It might have been Ollie’s van, maybe his guitar playing, but something sparked for both of them and they have been partners in travel and life ever since. They seem to fit together like pieces of a puzzle, complimenting each other, natura…

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Geek's Guide to the Galaxy - A Science Fiction Podcast

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Ted Simon - Formula for Real Adventure 1:12:19

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566. Fallout Season 1 Review (with John Joseph Adams, Theresa DeLucci, Zach Chapman) 1:29:13

1
Small vs Large Adventure Motorcycles Off-Road - Chris Birch 1:23:37

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565. David Sirota, co-creator of Don’t Look Up and author of Back to Our Future: How the 1980s Explain the World We Live in Now–Our Culture, Our Politics, Our Everything 55:34

1
Exploring India: Altitude Sickness in the Himalayas 1:51:54

1
Long Distance Riding at 75 1:32:49

1
564. Teresa Sutherland, writer of The Wind and director of Lovely, Dark, and Deep 1:03:18

1
DEEP TROUBLE: Stranded in the Desert Without Fuel and Water 1:35:17

1
RIDER SKILLS: Proactive Off-Road Awareness 1:37:01

1
563. Dune: Part Two Movie Review (with Andrea Kail, Matthew Kressel, Rajan Khanna) 1:31:27

1
Don’t Forget This When Planning a Trip 1:14:34

1
562. 1899 Season 1 Review (with Erin Lindsey, Andrea Kail, Ruairi Carroll) 1:30:45

1
Destination Africa - Experience Not Required 1:19:47

1
DEEP TROUBLE: Pinned 1:27:52

1
561. Amanda Knox and Christopher Robinson, hosts of Labyrinths 1:04:54

1
Out of the Box - Reaching Ultimate Freedom 1:02:39

1
RIDER SKILLS: Situational Awareness on the Road 1:51:55

1
560. For All Mankind Seasons 3 and 4 Review (with John Joseph Adams, Sara Lynn Michener, Rafael Jordan) 1:33:06

1
Messaging - Changing the Way We Use Sat Comms 1:12:01

1
Mañana No More - Carl and Isabel Abrams 1:42:19

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559. Children of Dune by Frank Herbert Book Club (with Andrea Kail, Matthew Kressel, Rajan Khanna) 1:27:15

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The Best Things in Life are Free - Lavi and Ollie 1:32:51

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