Welcome to the Overland Journal Podcast

Meet Dan Grek: Overland Travel Expert

The Evolution of Overlanding

The Importance of Experiences Over Equipment

Vehicle Reliability and Minimalism in

Preparing for Remote Adventures

The Power of Personal Photos on the Road

The Challenge of Minimalism and Unnecessary

Funding Adventures and the Wiki Overland

Memorable Moments and Cultural Encounters

Overcoming Challenges and Learning from

Vehicle Modifications for African Travel

The Appeal of Central Asia and Future Travel

The Changing Landscape of Overlanding

The Evolution of Overlanding Vehicles

Diesel vs Gasoline: The Great Debate

The Importance of Simplicity in Overlanding

Upcoming Events and Future Plans

Closing Remarks and Contact Information

Recorded at Overland Expo East, Overland Journal Podcast hosts Scott Brady and Matt Scott welcome their first guest, overland traveler Dan Grec of The Road Chose Me. Dan shares how he started overlanding after moving from Australia to North America, driving from Alaska to Argentina in a two-door Wrangler, and later traveling for years across Africa. They discuss the evolution of overlanding into an industry, why the experience matters more than the vehicle, and how modern stock vehicles are increasingly capable. Dan explains key Africa-focused Jeep mods like a water tank with filtration/UV, fridge with dual batteries and solar, and a pop-up roof, plus personal items that helped him through loneliness and hard days, including malaria and a rollover in Uganda. He also covers funding travel via writing, his community resource WikiOverland, travel ethics, and future plans for Central Asia and the Silk Road.

Recorded at Overland Expo East, Overland Journal Podcast hosts Scott Brady and Matt Scott welcome their first guest, overland traveler Dan Grec of The Road Chose Me. Dan shares how he started overlanding after moving from Australia to North America, driving from Alaska to Argentina in a two-door Wrangler, and later traveling for years across Africa. They discuss the evolution of overlanding into an industry, why the experience matters more than the vehicle, and how modern stock vehicles are increasingly capable. Dan explains key Africa-focused Jeep mods like a water tank with filtration/UV, fridge with dual batteries and solar, and a pop-up roof, plus personal items that helped him through loneliness and hard days, including malaria and a rollover in Uganda. He also covers funding travel via writing, his community resource WikiOverland, travel ethics, and future plans for Central Asia and the Silk Road.

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.

The Overland Journal Podcast features the travelers, topics, and news related to the overlanding community and industry.

The Overland Journal Podcast

Dan Grec of The Road Chose Me shares his experiences and insights from traveling Alaska to Argentina, and around Africa in his Jeep Wrangler.

Dan Grec of The Road Chose Me (Overlanding Africa)

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