Picking up where we left off last week, Dan Grec and I discuss trip finances. We cover tips on saving money before the trip, as well as ways to save money while traveling.

Echoes of Adventure: Season 1, Episode 6 - Finances of TravelOne of the most common questions ask of people like me and Dan is how do we fund out trips. In this episode we cover the spectrum of the finance topic.[Production Note: This was filmed outside and you might hear the periodic Cicada brood]

Mentioned in this Episode:

The Road Chose Me Blog PageThe Road Chose Me on InstagramThe Road Chose Me on FacebookDan Grec's Author Page on Amazon

The time has come for the very first guest of the Echoes of Adventure Podcast. I know I've drug my feet a little, but I promise it's been worth it.

Echoes of Adventure: Season 1, Episode 5 - Origins of The Road Chose MeWent all out for this one and we have non other than Dan Grec himself from The Road Chose me. In this episode we talk about what got him hooked on the overland adventure lifestyle.[Production Note: This was filmed outside and you might hear the periodic Cicada swam]

The Echoes of Adventure podcast is presented by L.T. Wright Kniveshttp://ltwrightknives.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ltwrightknives/

Mentioned in this Episode:

The Road Chose Me Blog PageThe Road Chose Me on InstagramThe Road Chose Me on FacebookDan Grec's Author Page on Amazon

Have you ever been afraid of missing out on something. Whether it's trying to fit too much into too little time, leaving the real world behind for some time away, or even making sacrifices to live a life counter to the norm it's a real struggle. It's also something I don't think people talk about enough. So tune in this week for a brief discussion on the topic.

Echoes of Adventure: Season 1, Episode 4 - Dealing with the Fear of Missing outIn this Episode we take a look at the Fear of Missing Out.What is it? How does it affect us? And how do we deal with it?[Update: 2019-08-05 - Audio file has been fixed. No more tick]

The Echoes of Adventure podcast is presented by L.T. Wright Kniveshttp://ltwrightknives.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ltwrightknives/

Mentioned in this Episode:

Fear of Missing OutThe Road Chose Me - Dan GrecToledo Jeep FestOhio Jeep Jam

In the first episode we looked at the foundations of a podcast. Last week we examined my own origin story. Part of that story is the No Highways Tour. I thought I'd pull back the curtain and give you some tips and tricks that I use when planning a long-distance trip that covers multiple states over the span of a few weeks. Check below for links to other relevant articles.

Echoes of Adventure: Season 1, Episode 3 - Behind the scenes of the No Highways TourIn this episode we take a look behind the scenes of the No Highways Tour. Trip planning, logistics, food, fuel, and budgeting are just a few of the topics covered.

The Echoes of Adventure podcast is presented by L.T. Wright Kniveshttp://ltwrightknives.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ltwrightknives/

GenRight Safari Tank Install WriteupTrip Planning and ResearchTrip Planning and Research (Revisted)Let's Talk Maps - The paper kind

Here is a screenshot of my trip planning spreadsheet.It's a work in progress, so don't think of it as a finished product.Click the picture to enlarge it

Digital and print copies of the No Highways Tour Books can be ordered on the store website.store.eastcoastoverlandadventures.com

All superheroes have an origin story. They shape and influence the character and actions of the superhero throughout their life. I am by no means a superhero but I do have an origin story. There are moments in my life that have shaped me into the person I am today.

Echoes of Adventure: Season 1, Episode 2 - An origin storyIn this episode I take a look back at my own origin story and some of the events in my life that lead me here today and hosting this podcast and authoring this blog.

The Echoes of Adventure podcast is presented by L.T. Wright Kniveshttp://ltwrightknives.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ltwrightknives/

Well, it's finally happened. After a few setbacks, some distractions and delays, and even a few technical difficulties, Episode 1 is finally live. Check it out via the embedded player below and stay tuned for Episode 2 next week!

Echoes of Adventure: Season 1, Episode 1 - Foundations of a PodcastIn this episode we take a look back at the technology that makes a podcast like this exist.We also look at what the Echoes of Adventure podcast will be about.

Huge thanks to LT Wright Knives for helping make this podcast happen. Check them out via their website and on Instagram for L.T.'s Quote of Coffee every morning.

If you enjoyed this inaugural episode of the Echoes of Adventure podcast please consider joining the ECOA Patron Support Team. For as little as $1 a month you can support not just the podcast and the blog, but the No Highways Tour book series and training sessions provided by East Coast Overland Adventures. Patrons get a wide range of perks including exclusive patches a percentage off merchandise and training.