The 4x4 Podcast

The format for this episode is a little different than the traditional episode of The 4×4 Podcast.  So if this is the first episode of The 4×4 Podcast that you’re checking out, go back and check out a few of the past episodes that follow the more traditional format where we cover news, tips and … Continue reading »

There was just so many cool vehicles from this weekend that I know I missed a few. I sent my kids out with cameras to try and capture some of the action that I missed. It should be fun to see the #nwoverlandrally through the eyes of a 9yr old and a 7yr old. A … Continue reading »

This episode of the podcast will cover the entire trip from Kansas City to Fairbanks, Alaska in pretty general terms, in some ways.  In the upcoming episodes we will really dive in and discuss the Northwest Overland Rally, the trailer that we built specifically for this trip, and we also have loads and loads of … Continue reading »

On this episode we have Brett from Western Australia on the show to discuss what offroading is like in Australia.  Are those kooky commercials of someone fording rivers and cruising down long dirt roads just to go to the grocery store fact or fiction?  Unfortunately, before we can get into all the amazing tracks that … Continue reading »

Dan recently had the pleasure of being interviewed by Randy from the Of Road Add-Ons Podcast. Randy has released 19 episodes of his show so far and has a really great show. Be sure to subscribe to his show and let him know what you heard about it from The 4×4 Podcast. The full show … Continue reading »

On this episode, Brand Libby from the Overland Roundtable joins us to talk about his experience at the 2015 Easter Jeep Safari.  Brandon is relatively new to attending the Easter Jeep Safari and shares some really great tips for those who are planning a trip for next year.  Here’s some of the links mentioned during … Continue reading »

Episode 100 has been a long time coming and we’ve finally reached the century mark!  I want to say a huge thank you to everyone that has been subscribed and shared the show with your friends.  With your help, we’ve created a pretty awesome little community.  The next 100 episodes are going to be even … Continue reading »

—EDIT —- The audio quality on the first part of the show is a much lower quality that you’ve come to expect due to some technical difficulties. 99 episodes down and we’re still fighting digital gremlins. On this episode of the podcast we have an interview with Eric McGrew from the Off Road Independence Podcast. … Continue reading »

On this episode of the podcast, we have an interview with Beau Johnston from Toyota Cruisers and Trucks Magazine (TCT Magazine) and we talk about his recent experience with a Four Wheel Camper (FWC) on the Pacific Coast Highway.  Beau Johnston has been on the show many times before and we’ve been enjoying the TCT … Continue reading »

On this episode, I have the wonderful opportunity to chat with Ara Gureghian who has spent the last few years exploring the United States on his BMW GS dual sport motorcycle with sidecar carrying his dog, Spirit.  While the podcast is named The 4×4 Podcast, we talk about all things offroading.  Ara has a very … Continue reading »

This episode contains audio that is a significantly different quality than you are accustomed to on the podcast.  Thats because I pulled the audio for this show from a GoPro video that was shot using an external mic.  My wife and I (and my sister-in-law) were driving back from visiting Lodge Manufacturing in South Pittsburgh, … Continue reading »

On this episode of the podcast I chat with the guys from Dirt Road Trip.  I met Ben and Alex at the Vermont Overland Trophy a few years ago. Apparently that’s when they were just reconnecting and actually predated the Dirt Road Trip partnership. Since then, their website launched and they’ve attended many events. They’ve been doing … Continue reading »

On the 94th episode of the podcast, we talk about Craig’s experience at King of the Hammers and finally have Tony from the XJ Talk show on.  I don’t know how we’ve gone 94 episodes without having Tony on the show.  Tony is the host of the XJ Talk show but also runs the XJ … Continue reading »

On this 93rd episode of The 4×4 Podcast, we interview the Oregon Trail Offroad team.  This group of friends in Oregon are planning an overland-style trip that will retrace the historic Oregon Trail, but in reverse.  The Oregon Trail originates in the Kansas City area and then heads west and ends in the Portland, Oregon … Continue reading »

On episode 92, Dan speaks with Leo, the inventor of the Campfire in a Can!  Leo is a very innovated thinker that has designed an extremely versitile product that will certainly increase your enjoyment while out camping.  At the end of a long day on the trail, you can use the Campfire in a Can … Continue reading »

In this episode, we interview a rookie competitor in this year’s King of the Hammers competition. Gina Guccione discovered the world of off-road travel a few years ago after buying her first Jeep. She wasted little time diving in and modifying her Jeep to allow for tackling the tougher trails in her local off-road parks. … Continue reading »

Happy new years Plan on coming back to our webpage more often because we are cranking out a lot more content that doesn’t necessarily all make it to the podcast. The comment system works with whatever social network you’re on when if it’s just email. Alaska Offroad warriors Love it or hate it? The general … Continue reading »

On this episode of the podcast I talked with Dan Grooters from Nissan Xterra Performance. Dan grew up off roading a Ford Ranger out in the deserts of southern California. Now he’s getting ready to take on desert racing. He’s working on a Nissan Xterra to race Mint 400 this coming March. It’s great to … Continue reading »

Our Christmas Gift guide 2014 episode is here!  Get ready folks, this is a long episode but I think you’ll enjoy it.  And again, this year we have Beau Johnston from LivingOverland.com and now also Toyota Cruisers and Trucks Magazine.  We have a long list but there is so much great stuff on there that you’re … Continue reading »

On this episode of the podcast we bring you an interview with Jason from Mountain State Overland.  Mountain State Overland is headquartered out of Virginia and they mainly explore in the Appalachian Mountains of the eastern United States.  Mountain State Overland is very different than most other offroading outfits that you may find on the … Continue reading »