Welcome to the Overland Journal Podcast

A Texan's Legacy: From Ranching to Spycraft

The CIA Journey Begins

Lessons from the Field: Perception,

Staying Safe While Traveling: Tools and

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The Allure of Remote Travel and Overlanding

Balancing Career and Family: A CIA Agent's

From Spies to Explorers: The Birth of

Environmental Impact and Community Engagement

The Importance of Giving Back

The Privilege and Nonsense of Long-Distance

Unexpected Connections and Shared Experiences

The Upcoming Darwin Strait Crossing

Vehicle Preparation and Reliability

Balancing Time and Scenic Routes

Book Recommendations and Personal Growth

Advice for Aspiring Explorers

Closing Remarks and Contact Information

In this Overland Journal Podcast episode, Scott Brady interviews Doug Patteson about his journey from Texas ranching roots to a covert CIA career. Patteson details the intense recruitment process, deployments in Southeast Asia, and the vital intelligence lessons now informing his global travels: flexible planning, rapid decision-making, and the "rule of the stupids." He highlights essential security resources like GoVigilant and the STEP program. After leaving the CIA to prioritize family, Patteson joined Defender X, an ambitious amphibious Land Rover expedition. He discusses the project's evolution, from a Yukon River proof-of-concept to the current London-to-Sydney goal. A major upcoming milestone includes a daring 450-mile sea crossing from Timor to Darwin, showcasing the team's commitment to boundary-pushing exploration and national service values.

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<p>In this Overland Journal Podcast episode, Scott Brady interviews Doug Patteson about his journey from Texas ranching roots to a covert CIA career. Patteson details the intense recruitment process, deployments in Southeast Asia, and the vital intelligence lessons now informing his global travels: flexible planning, rapid decision-making, and the "rule of the stupids." He highlights essential security resources like GoVigilant and the STEP program. After leaving the CIA to prioritize family, Patteson joined Defender X, an ambitious amphibious Land Rover expedition. He discusses the project's evolution, from a Yukon River proof-of-concept to the current London-to-Sydney goal. A major upcoming milestone includes a daring 450-mile sea crossing from Timor to Darwin, showcasing the team's commitment to boundary-pushing exploration and national service values.</p>
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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

Doug Patteson: Spycraft Travel

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