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A World Record Journey Across Africa

The Spark of Photography

Parental Influence and Early Travels

The Transformative Power of India

Adapting to Life After Travel

Living Abroad: Russia and Nigeria

The Grenadier Challenge: A World Record

The Importance of Challenging Yourself

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The Grenadier's Performance in Africa

Recording and Verification Process

The Challenge of Documenting a

The Power of Community Support

Memorable Moments from the Journey

The Low Points and Triumphs of Crossing

The Importance of Team Dynamics

Looking Ahead: The Film and Future Plans

Closing Thoughts and Gratitude

Overland Journal Podcast host Scott Brady interviews John Balsdon of Always Look Twice, a recent world record holder, about his 28-day drive from Nordkapp, Norway, to Cape Agulhas, South Africa. Balsdon, who largely hugged West Africa’s coast in two INEOS Grenadiers (one towing a Bruder trailer), shares how early travels and his mother, a professional photographer, shaped his attention to detail and lifelong drive to document landscapes and cultures. They discuss staying grounded post-travel through planning and reflection, the contrasts of living abroad versus passing through, and why he pursued the record as an antidote to “doom scrolling.” Balsdon highlights Guinea and the North Cape, describes low points in Angola, a lost passport recovered through Nigerian kindness, vehicle prep, and a forthcoming feature-length film.

<p><em>Overland Journal Podcast</em> host Scott Brady interviews John Balsdon of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/always.look.twice/">Always Look Twice</a>, a recent world record holder, about his 28-day drive from Nordkapp, Norway, to Cape Agulhas, South Africa. Balsdon, who largely hugged West Africa&rsquo;s coast in two INEOS Grenadiers (one towing a Bruder trailer), shares how early travels and his mother, a professional photographer, shaped his attention to detail and lifelong drive to document landscapes and cultures. They discuss staying grounded post-travel through planning and reflection, the contrasts of living abroad versus passing through, and why he pursued the record as an antidote to &ldquo;doom scrolling.&rdquo; Balsdon highlights Guinea and the North Cape, describes low points in Angola, a lost passport recovered through Nigerian kindness, vehicle prep, and a forthcoming feature-length film.</p>

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

John Balsdon on World Records and Crossing Africa

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