On this episode of the Vlog/Podcast, I'm pretty stoked to talk to Grant Willbanks of Arkansas Offroad. This guy has an awesome YouTube channel with some epic trips that he's taken in his Jeep Wrangler TJ. This interview was a lot of fun and we talked about everything from how he named his channel to his favorite trips and mods. So, check it out! Here are links to his channels so go subscribe for more of his content! YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCzFGOb1HbLsNzasqTxMQ2Pw Instagram: htt...
May 12, 2020•51 min•Season 2Ep. 19
NOTE: This appears to be missing a chunk. The whole interview was about 1 hour and 40 minutes long. If you want to see the whole thing, here's a link to the video version on YouTube: https://youtu.be/LuFIf8h5hKM On this episode of the Vlog/Podcast, I'm excited to talk to somebody who has helped me quite a bit to grow on YouTube and as a content creator. His name is Dave Boyd and he runs a channel called Nissan Nation Podcast (recently changed it to Nissan Nation Productions). This is a long one,...
May 04, 2020•1 hr 4 min•Season 2Ep. 18
This week, I did a live stream on YouTube and overlandradio.com where I talked about my DIY roof top tent. I walked through the entire build, how I came across the idea, some resources I used to design it, the materials and construction, and my final thoughts upon completion. If you have any questions or comments, just hit me up (allthingsoverlanding@gmail.com)! Or, jump on Facebook, Instagram, or YouTube and join the conversation! Here are links to the resources I mentioned on the show: Radio f...
Apr 26, 2020•1 hr 2 min•Season 2Ep. 17
On this episode of the Vlog/Podcast, I decided to come up with a list of my top 10 Overlanding rig modifications and my top 10 overlanding gear selections that I take on pretty much every trip. So, let me know in the comments on YouTube if you've done something similar. Any suggestions or tips? Any ideas for things I'm missing? If you like the video, please click the thumbs up and subscribe for more videos in the future! Here are quick reference links for all the products mentioned in this video...
Apr 19, 2020•32 min•Season 2Ep. 16
On this bonus episode of the Vlog/Podcast, I'm back on Overlandradio.com. Going forward, I'll be talking every Thursday evening at 9PM EST over there about various Overlanding topics. So, I'd love it if you'd come listen and chat me up live while I'm on the air. Alternatively, I'll also be posting them as bonus episodes and maybe even eventually start videoing them and making them part of the weekly podcast. On today's episode I'm talking a bit about some basic gear you need for Overlanding, how...
Apr 15, 2020•52 min
On this episode of the Vlog/Podcast, I'm excited to talk to the guy who I went on my first Overlanding trip with. He started a group called Midwest Overlanders on Facebook and that's actually how I found other Overlanders in my area for my first trip. If you're in the midwest and looking for a great group of people to hang out with and learn from, check out the links below! Midwest Overlanders: https://www.facebook.com/allthingsoverlanding Midwest Off Road: https://www.instagram.com/allthingsove...
Apr 12, 2020•51 min•Season 2Ep. 15
On this episode of the Vlog/Podcast, I'm really excited about all the great business owners that I am talking to. In the midst of this Coronavirus pandemic, there are many Overlanding, Vehicle Outfitting, Travel Planning, Expo Planners and more that are being heavily affected. On this round table (virtual) chat, I was lucky enough to chat with a number of people in the adventure industry to see how it was affecting their business (both negatively and positively) and we were able to discuss some ...
Apr 05, 2020•1 hr 34 min•Season 2Ep. 14
On this bonus episode of the Vlog/Podcast, I was recently asked by the gentleman who runs overlandradio.com to start coming on live on Thursday evenings to produce an Overlanding show. So, I'll be talking every Thursday evening at 9PM EST over there about various Overlanding topics. So, feel free to listen on overlandradio.com. Alternatively, I'll also be posting them as bonus episodes on all the major podcast channels! On today's episode I'm talking a bit about updates on the Coronavirus, cover...
Apr 01, 2020•44 min
On this episode of the Vlog/Podcast, I'm going to show some updates to the DIY roof top tent project. Unfortunately, the tent doesn't fit! So, I'm going to show you what I plan to do to make it fit. Also, I'm going to show you how it'll sit on the roof rack and some challenges I have to overcome there as well. So, let me know in the comments below if you've done something similar. Any suggestions or tips? Any ideas for things I'm missing? If you like the video, please click the thumbs up! Here a...
Mar 29, 2020•21 min•Season 2Ep. 13
On this episode of the Vlog/Podcast, I'm doing another interview. On this episode, I'm excited to speak with Cindy Pope who is the founder of the Keweenaw Overland Adventure Retreat! This is a fantastic event that has a new location this year, Copper Harbor! It's looking to be an amazing event and I'd highly encourage you to head over to their website and get your tickets before they sell out! Here are links to the KOAR website as well as Cindy's personal pet project, Northology Adventures: KOAR...
Mar 22, 2020•35 min•Season 2Ep. 12
On this bonus episode of the Vlog/Podcast, I just wanted to say a few things about the COVID-19/Coronavirus thing that is going on. I've been thinking a lot about it (as I'm sure we all have) and as Overlanders, we have some responsibilities. We also have some ways to stay busy and hopeful, so I just wanted to chat through a few of those things because they were on my mind. I'm going to walk through some things I'm thankful for, some ideas I've heard or have done to stay busy, as well as some ex...
Mar 18, 2020•20 min
On this episode of the Vlog/Podcast, I'm going to show some updates to the DIY roof top tent project. I'll walk you through where the project currently is, updates to the design that we had to make, and how I'm waterproofing it. So, let me know in the comments below if you've done something similar. Any suggestions or tips? Any ideas for things I'm missing? If you like the video, please click the thumbs up! Here are links to the products mentioned in the video: River Country Products Trekker Ten...
Mar 15, 2020•28 min•Season 2Ep. 11
On this episode of the Vlog/Podcast, I'm doing another interview. This time I'm talking to a gentleman named Lee Odom who created the overlandmeetup.com online forum. I've mentioned this forum before because it's a great alternative to some of the other larger forums out there that are so loud and noisy and don't allow you to control your info or to share or learn quite as much as this forum. He also has a number of projects he's working on including a centralized single website that will feed a...
Mar 08, 2020•39 min•Season 2Ep. 10
On this episode of the Vlog/Podcast, I finally found some time to meet with my buddy Erik (the woodworker) to chat through some ideas for the DIY Roof Top Tent. I'm going to cover some of the ideas that we're focusing on for the build in this video as well as some resources I've been using to educate myself and make plans. So, let me know in the comments below if you've done something similar. Any suggestions or tips? Any ideas for things I'm missing? If you like the video, please click the thum...
Mar 01, 2020•18 min•Season 2Ep. 9
On this episode of the Vlog/Podcast, I'm mixing things up a bit. I'm going to be interviewing Will Macia, co-owner of Last US Bags. His company specializes in military, heavy lifting, and Overlanding bags. We're talking about everything from why he started the company, to the name of the company and how it was created, to his rig and Overlanding set up. If you want to hear more about the fascinating story behind this company and how he supports the Overlanding community, check out the video! Her...
Feb 23, 2020•39 min•Season 2Ep. 8
On this episode of the Vlog/Podcast, I wanted to touch on something that I've heard from a number of you guys. Most of the larger Overlanding channels that we all know and love are constantly showing us epic trips to foreign countries or down epic challenging trails. Unfortunately, for most of us, that's not the reality of the bulk of our Overlanding trips. So, on this episode, I wanted to talk about what really happens on a "normal Joe's" Overlanding trip. I'll cover things like planning before...
Feb 16, 2020•24 min•Season 2Ep. 7
On this episode of the Podcast, I will be talking about a few reasons that I think explain why Overlanding is becoming so popular. I'll cover those thoughts in this episode, but I would love to hear from you guys what got you into Overlanding. What caused that shift to get you so excited about it? Thanks for watching and if you enjoy the video, please consider clicking subscribe and the bell to be notified when new videos drop! Lots of people have asked how they can support the channel, so if yo...
Feb 09, 2020•21 min•Season 2Ep. 6
On this episode of the Vlog/Podcast, I wanted to cover a question I get quite a bit. That question is "What do you do when you go on Overlanding trips?" Lots of my family and friends don't really get camping or Overlanding, so they frequently say things like "Why would you want to leave your house and your perfectly good bed to go out in the woods for days?" Believe it or not, but if you've never been, there are a ton of super fun things to do! In this episode, I'm going to go through some of th...
Feb 03, 2020•20 min•Season 2Ep. 5
On this episode of the Vlog/Podcast, I’ve started to notice that in my search to reduce the amount of gear I have to carry on a trip, I may have started to introduce some needless complexity to my setup. In the past, I think I've made decisions about modifications based more on emotion and excitement at seeing something on an Overlanding YouTube channel, rather than what makes the most sense for my needs and trips. So, on this episode, I wanted to talk through the pros and cons of both complex s...
Jan 26, 2020•21 min•Season 2Ep. 4
On this episode of the Vlog/Podcast, I’m going to be talking about online negativity in the Overlanding community as well as all of the amazing, positive experiences I’ve had interacting with other Overlanders both in person and online. The goal is to start a conversation about how we can all be better stewards of the Overlanding community. When we see people going out of their way online to make new Overlanders feel dumb or unwanted, what can we do to help these new people and build the communi...
Jan 19, 2020•25 min•Season 2Ep. 3
On this episode, I’m walking through the top 5 things you need to know in order to have a safe first Overlanding trip. As exciting as most Overlanding videos make everything seem when you’re watching them on YouTube, there are some important things you need to think about prior to taking your first trip. I’m going to walk you through all those things in this video and provide links below to some other helpful videos. As always, I’m sure there will be items that you guys think are as important or...
Jan 13, 2020•27 min•Season 2Ep. 2
New to the channel? Here's what you can expect from the content on All Things Overlanding! We'll talk about everything from Overlanding trips, to podcast/Vlog content, to DIY projects like a home made roof top tent and drawer system, to gear reviews, and probably a lot of bloopers along the way. I drive a 2005 Nissan Xterra SE, but I talk about topics that affect us all as Overlanders, regardless of your rig. Hope you enjoy the show and don't forget to connect with me on Facebook, Instagram, and...
Jan 06, 2020•54 sec
Welcome back for Season 2 of the Podcast/Vlog! I’m happy to have everyone that listened/watched last season as well as a bunch of new people. So, thanks for checking it out. On this episode, I’m going to be touching on some of the improvements to the channel and what you can expect in Season 2 of the Podcast and Vlog. Also, I’m going to dive into the advantages of a RTT and why I’m building my own do it yourself roof top tent. I’ll be making a new series just for that, but it will also be a topi...
Jan 06, 2020•26 min•Season 2Ep. 1
On this episode, I’ve noticed a lot of videos in my YouTube feed about “Top 10 things I hate about my… Jeep Gladiator, Jeep JK, Jeep JKU, Jeep JL Wrangler, 4Runner, Land Cruiser, Chevy Colorado, Toyota Tundra," and on and on. So, on this video, I wanted to talk about the top 10 things I DON’T hate about my 2005 Nissan Xterra. There is a lot to love about this tough SUV that ended production in 2015 so strap in and I’ll touch on my top 10 things I love. If you are interested in any of the modific...
Dec 29, 2019•22 min
On this final episode for 2019, I'm talking about job choice versus your need or desire to go Overlanding. Unfortunately, not all of us have the ability to just quit our jobs and go full time in Overlanding (most of us don't). I start by touching on a bit of my job history and the fact that for a long time, I was searching for a higher salary at any expense. Whether that meant losing time with my family or opportunities to take Overlanding trips. Then, I'll discuss some things I've learned from ...
Dec 15, 2019•27 min•Season 1Ep. 26
On this episode, I wanted to touch on the value of “Leave No Trace” as well as some people’s behaviors in real life and particularly online. As with all of my vlogs, the goal isn’t to “blow up the internet” or start a fight, just a conversation. Not everyone will agree with everything I say and I get that, so if you don’t agree or have anything to add, I’d love to hear from you in the comments! The article that spawned this topic can be found on the Outsideonline.com website here: https://www.ou...
Dec 08, 2019•30 min•Season 1Ep. 25
On this episode, I’m going to be talking through gift ideas for that special someone that’s into Overlanding this year. I’ll post up links below to all of the suggestions mentioned in this video! I'm breaking up my suggestions into 3 categories. Starting with stocking stuffers (under $25), then Gifts under $50, and finally, bigger gifts ($50 and up). I hope it's helpful and gives you some good ideas for gear to get this holiday season! I'd also love to hear from you guys on what gear is on your ...
Dec 01, 2019•30 min•Season 1Ep. 24
On today's Vlog/Podcast, I'll be discussing some resources that will help you learn more about Overlanding. Over the last 3-4 years, I've found a lot of really good Facebook Groups, Websites, and YouTube channels that have provided a ton of information and entertainment to me. Most importantly, what are your thoughts? Please post up below in the comments to let me know what websites and YouTube channels you guys like! As mentioned in the video, here are links to the Facebook groups, Websites, an...
Nov 25, 2019•2 min•Season 1Ep. 23
On today's Vlog/Podcast, I'm going to chat about what items are absolutely necessary for an overlanding trip VS. what items might be considered "comfort" items. I want to start a conversation about how "pure" we want to view overlanding. Do you need to only bring the bare bones essentials? Does it matter if you have some super swaggy gear that makes the trip much more comfortable? Most importantly, what are your thoughts? Please post up below in the comments to let me know what pieces of gear ar...
Nov 17, 2019•19 min•Season 1Ep. 22
On today's Vlog/Podcast, I'm doing a walkaround of my 2005 Nissan Xterra SE. I'm going to talk through the mods I've done and why related to overlanding. While these mods relate to the Xterra, they have a lot of relevance no matter what kind of vehicle you drive. If you're looking to get into Overlanding and haven't purchased a vehicle, have an Xterra, or have any sort of vehicle, there will be a lot of value in this video for you! Most importantly, what are your thoughts? Please post up below i...
Nov 11, 2019•27 min•Season 1Ep. 21
