Happy Monday! Happy Independence month to all my fellow Americans! One VOICEMAIL. Update on my weekend + events to look forward to + PATREON campout for September is set! Have a great week and I'll see you Thursday! metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix. I started my overland journey back in 2018 when a couple buddies and myself went wheeling and camping. I was immediately hooked. I started a Fac...
Jul 01, 2024•22 min
Hey everyone, Happy Friday! So this week's episode didn't go as expected. As you can tell from the title, we did not make it to the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. This short episode is me giving y'all what happened. See you Monday! NEW Topic Talk "What bulky items do you take on trips that are worth taking up the space?!" metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix. I started my overland journey back in ...
Jun 28, 2024•14 min•Ep. 13
Happy Monday! One Voicemail today! I talk about my 4runner and blue truck. Lotta cool stuff happening in the next few weeks! Make sure you're following nfo on all the things. See ya back Thursday! metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix. I started my overland journey back in 2018 when a couple buddies and myself went wheeling and camping. I was immediately hooked. I started a Facebook group called ...
Jun 24, 2024•25 min
Happy Thursday! This episode was recorded LIVE on 6/13/2024 on YouTube. Always a good time chatting with Ron from Backcountry Beagles . He's in the middle of a series called "Cherokee Resurrection". Taking their 2000 Jeep XJ to the next level. If you've not watched any videos from that series, I highly recommend it. Ron has a talent to build things himself allowing him to do more while spending less. I hope you enjoy today's' episode. If you did, share with a friend, thanks! Make sure to follow ...
Jun 20, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 12
Happy Monday! Happy (late) Father's Day! We have 3 voicemails today! WOHOOO! metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix. I started my overland journey back in 2018 when a couple buddies and myself went wheeling and camping. I was immediately hooked. I started a Facebook group called Budget Overland and that opened the podcast door for me in November 2021. Budget Overland was fun and had its place in t...
Jun 17, 2024•27 min
I want to apologize in advance for the poor audio. This was recorded a while back on old software. Anyways, join the LIVE podcast episode tonight with Backcountry Beagles. Jarret from Steadfast Overland is about to launch some pretty cool products real soon! We chat about that a little and just catch up. Hope you enjoy! metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix. I started my overland journey back in ...
Jun 13, 2024•25 min•Ep. 11
Happy Monday! Hope y'all had a fantastic weekend. Tune in Thursday night for the very first nfo LIVE podcast with Backcountry Beagles! **Only on YouTube or F! Don't forget to leave a review for the show on Apple Podcast. You'll be entered for a chance to win, anything we give away on the show! Cheers, have a good day! metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix. I started my overland journey back in 20...
Jun 10, 2024•14 min
In this week's episode I sat down with Scott Blake, Jason Gunnells and Chris Adair. Both Scott and Jason have trailers, different styles too. Chris and I were more of the opposite, anti trailer if you will. Find out why and if they changed our minds! metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix. I started my overland journey back in 2018 when a couple buddies and myself went wheeling and camping. I was ...
Jun 06, 2024•1 hr 7 min•Ep. 10
Happy Monday! Zero VM, Zero sticker winners. Have a great week, see you Thursday! metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix. I started my overland journey back in 2018 when a couple buddies and myself went wheeling and camping. I was immediately hooked. I started a Facebook group called Budget Overland and that opened the podcast door for me in November 2021. Budget Overland was fun and had its place...
Jun 03, 2024•14 min
In this week's episode I sat down with Jedediah Smith from West Virginia. I am from a state that could use some help in the outdoor adventure space so I asked if he would come on the show and he agreed to do so. Jed and his team of Backroad Of Appalachia focuses on communities that could use the extra revenue. By hosting multiple outdoor events that vary from drift car events, motorcycles, rally races and even overlanding routes. They have done an excellent job at doing so responsibly and respec...
May 30, 2024•1 hr 3 min•Ep. 9
Be safe and Honor those you love. metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix. I started my overland journey back in 2018 when a couple buddies and myself went wheeling and camping. I was immediately hooked. I started a Facebook group called Budget Overland and that opened the podcast door for me in November 2021. Budget Overland was fun and had its place in that time (for me personally). I have grown ...
May 27, 2024•11 min
WARNING! Things said in this podcast episode are only opinions of the host. Do or do not do at your own risk! ;) PS Sorry Eli!!! His YouTube is Whatever With Wheel metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix. I started my overland journey back in 2018 when a couple buddies and myself went wheeling and camping. I was immediately hooked. I started a Facebook group called Budget Overland and that opened t...
May 23, 2024•26 min•Ep. 8
Happy Monday! My wife and I just got back from a beautiful weekend away in the Ozark, Arkansas. Today we have... One voicemail! NEW sticker winner! Enjoy your day, see you back here Thursday! metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix. I started my overland journey back in 2018 when a couple buddies and myself went wheeling and camping. I was immediately hooked. I started a Facebook group called Budge...
May 20, 2024•11 min
In this episode, I sat down with Adam & Mandy of "Roaming with the Milligans". They are very passionate about camping and sharing their adventures with their 2003 Dodge 2500 & Their XTR model adventure trailer! We talked about fun places to visit in North Carolina and a lot of other things! Sit back relax and enjoy! Make sure to check out Roaming with the Milligans on Instagram, and YouTube. https://www.instagram.com/roamingwith... https://www.youtube.com/@UC8mHGE0cTOK... Be safe everyon...
May 16, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 7
Happy Monday and happy belated Mother's Day to all the moms! This was a fun episode and in true fashion, I screwed up my mic again ... So, I did the best I could at editing everything together. I think it was worth it. 4 voicemails, NEW sticker winner! PLUS the northern lights were killer!!! metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix. I started my overland journey back in 2018 when a couple buddies an...
May 13, 2024•37 min
In this week's episode, I did my very first solo episode *minus all the Monday shows ;) I wanted to share some things I have picked up over the years. Just a reminder, there is no "right" way to overland. Take what you want from this episode. If you like this style of show, reach out and let me know! Enjoy your day, see you Monday! metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix. I started my overland jour...
May 09, 2024•19 min•Ep. 6
Happy Monday! Hope everyone was able to get outside and enjoy the sun! No voicemails this week. Make sure to listen all the way through...there's a question I ask all listeners. Have a great week and I'll see you back here Thursday for a full episode! metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix. I started my overland journey back in 2018 when a couple buddies and myself went wheeling and camping. I was...
May 06, 2024•15 min
In this week's episode, I caught up with Bryan. He started getting into overlanding last year and I wanted to see where he's progressed to. metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix. I started my overland journey back in 2018 when a couple buddies and myself went wheeling and camping. I was immediately hooked. I started a Facebook group called Budget Overland and that opened the podcast door for me i...
May 02, 2024•39 min•Ep. 5
Happy Monday! Congratulations to Jacob and Savannah (Eagles Overlanding) on getting married this past weekend! We listen to two voicemails. NEW "Topic Talk" for the month of MAY is..."Favorite Style of Camping" i.e. tent/camper/hammock/season/places etc CALL and leave a Voicemail! metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix. I started my overland journey back in 2018 when a couple buddies and myself we...
Apr 29, 2024•25 min
BONUS EPISODE! This was a fun, short episode with Jake of Becker Supply Co. one day after the MOORE expo 2024. Make sure to visit their website , and check out the nfo limited edition tee. metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix. I started my overland journey back in 2018 when a couple buddies and myself went wheeling and camping. I was immediately hooked. I started a Facebook group called Budget O...
Apr 26, 2024•22 min•Ep. 6
In this week's episode I sat down with 10 people at 7 different times! Keep that in mind while listening. Feel free to skip around. Huge thanks to all my guests who took time out of their day to sit down with me and made this possible, enjoy! Guests in order of interviews ... Caleb & Paige @nobarrieradventures Casey @blacktruckadventures Ed Gieson C.O.R.A Perry Mahnke Patrick & Mindy @pmoverland Robert Conn Tyler & Nate @trailbrutus & Eric @rollercambuckle metal 6/15/25 Brief abo...
Apr 24, 2024•1 hr 13 min•Ep. 4
Happy Monday! MOORE was a great time! I left a lot out so be sure to tune back Thursday for the full scoop! Forgive my lack of enthusiasm during this episode, I was worn out from all the fun! metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix. I started my overland journey back in 2018 when a couple buddies and myself went wheeling and camping. I was immediately hooked. I started a Facebook group called Budge...
Apr 22, 2024•15 min
In this week’s episode, I sat dawn with Brian from Boondocked Haverlock . We had a chill conversation. Make sure to check out his YouTube channel! Thanks for listening metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix. I started my overland journey back in 2018 when a couple buddies and myself went wheeling and camping. I was immediately hooked. I started a Facebook group called Budget Overland and that open...
Apr 18, 2024•1 hr 24 min•Ep. 3
MOORE week baby! I am very excited and very nervous at the same time. My 4runner is in pieces... 2 STICKER winners announced, you have until Saturday to get ahold of me to claim them! Have a killer day and I hope to see you MOORE! metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix. I started my overland journey back in 2018 when a couple buddies and myself went wheeling and camping. I was immediately hooked. ...
Apr 15, 2024•27 min
In this week's episode, I literally sat down with Caleb Baker of @bakeroverland He was the first ever in-person guest on the nfo podcast! Short and sweet episode as I am still figuring out my new studio/shots/etc. Make sure you go follow him on all his socials @bakeroverland Don't forget to leave a review for the show and share with a friend! See you Monday! metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix....
Apr 11, 2024•21 min•Ep. 2
Happy Monday! Today, we listen to 1 voicemail, I finally started working on my 4runner and MOORE 2024 is right around the corner! metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix. I started my overland journey back in 2018 when a couple buddies and myself went wheeling and camping. I was immediately hooked. I started a Facebook group called Budget Overland and that opened the podcast door for me in November...
Apr 08, 2024•21 min
E.1 This is the very first episode on the NFO podcast. I couldn't have chosen a better episode to start this new journey with! If you enjoyed today's episode. Consider sharing with a friend or to social media! Thank you very much :) BIO "A bridge builder and a secretary, respectively, Loren and Patty Upton have lived their dream. Loren was a seeker of romantic high adventure, his goal was to take one American-made vehicle, a 1966 CJ-5 Jeep, around the world on a north/south course, from Prudhoe ...
Apr 04, 2024•1 hr 26 min•Ep. 1
I am beyond excited for this week. The first ever nfo full episode drops this Thursday, 4/4/24! This is our fun Monday show "nfo Weekly Kickstart". We have a new "Topic Talk" for the month of April. See notes below with the nfo phone number. In today's episode, we have one voicemail. NFO has an official merch partnership with BECKER SUPPLY Co. . Go get ya a nfo shirt! Enjoy today's episode as it's in true Benji fashion, all over the place! Do me a solid, leave a review on apple podcast. SHARE SH...
Apr 01, 2024•30 min
Happy Monday, this show may or may not be on YouTube. I don't think it will be but you never know! Short and brief episode, 2 Voicemails and I chat a bit of my weekend. Have a fantastic Monday & week! See you on 4/4/24. Help me spread the word!!!!! metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix. I started my overland journey back in 2018 when a couple buddies and myself went wheeling and camping. I wa...
Mar 25, 2024•25 min
Happy Monday! What a fun weekend at Jasper Jeep Jam & Overland Rally ! Things got interesting on my drive back home...I hope you enjoyed today's (unofficial) episdoe. NFO official launch date is 4/4/2024 Call in to NFO Voicemail 417-319-1969 *TOPIC TALK: "Group Trips" metal 6/15/25 Brief about : My name is Benji. I am passionate about Overlanding and Human Connection. I know right! They usually don't mix. I started my overland journey back in 2018 when a couple buddies and myself went wheeli...
Mar 18, 2024•28 min
