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In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Nick Wiseman from Sidetracked.

Nick and his brother Marko run the 'Sidetracked' YouTube channel, have built a number of sick 4x4s between them, and have travelled all over Australia filming 4WD content.

Tony and Nick chat about how he first became interested in the 4WD scene, his love for Nissan Patrols, his insane custom G60 ground-up build that he is doing by himself in...

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In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Daniel Kistler.

Daniel is a hardcore 4WD fanatic, with an unmatched passion for all things GQ Nissan Patrol, tough wheeling, and winch truck racing.

Daniel shares how his passion for 4x4s started as a kid, his journey from social wheeling with mates to competing in Winch Challenge racing across Victoria, and the satisfaction he gets from learning and sharing that knowledge on his YouTube...

In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Matt and Holly Rossato from Overland Travellers.

Matt and Holly have travelled extensively around Australia in their many Toyota 4x4s, completing a number of iconic offroad journeys and filming content for their YouTube channel.

Matt and Holly share their story with Tony including how they first fell in love with 4WD touring, some of their most epic adventures, and the challenges of running their own business while releasing weekly episodes on their YouTube channel.

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In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Aaron from Azventures Australia.

The boys chat about their experiences camping and 4WD touring, the gear they think is absolutely necessary, the gear that isn't, and different products they've tried over the years.

This is by no means an exhaustive list, but if you're just getting into camping or thinking about setting up a 4WD, you may be able to save some money by learning from our mistakes!

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In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Benji Saunders, the owner of Rampt Customs.

Benji lives and breathes all things rock crawling and custom fabrication. He’s been in the offroad scene for a long time as both a competitor, commentator, and producer of high quality, high performance, offroad 4x4 parts.

Tony and Benji chat about how Benji first got interested in the 4WD scene, his entry into the rock-crawling world, how the fabrication bug bit him, his plans for the future, and heaps more.

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In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Molly Dixon.

Molly is an adventurer, a YouTube content creator, and someone who lives for the outdoors.

Molly and Tony chat about how Molly first became interested in camping and exploring in 4x4s, the evolution of her vehicles as her quest for adventure and off road experience grew, her brand new 79 Series Land Cruiser touring rig, and heaps more.

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In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Bailey Seamer from Wandering Minds Walk.

Bailey is an adventurer, mental health advocate, and motivational speaker. In 2022, Bailey walked 5500km along the entire length of the East Coast of Australia in order to raise funds and awareness for the Black Dog Institute, as well as helping to improve her own mental health.

Tony and Bailey chat about her mental health journey, the events leading up to her decision to undertake her epic walk, the good and bad experiences she had along the...

In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Ronny Dahl from 4 Wheeling Australia.

Ronny is a very familiar face in the Australian 4WD community, running an extremely popular educational 4WD YouTube channel for many years, as well as hosting The 4WD Podcast.

Ronny and Tony chat about how Ronny's 4WD journey began, his transition into full time content creation, the challenges and evolution of off road social media, the many different vehicles Ronny has owned and built, and heaps more.

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In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Hayden Klaassen, the owner of HD Automotive.

From humble beginnings wrecking Toyota Hiluxes in the front yard of his family home, to immersing himself in the dark arts of diesel engine dyno tuning, and supplying high performance diesel parts to 4x4 enthusiasts around the globe, Hayden has built an amazing business and developed a deep understanding of the high quality components required to product big power from diesel motors.

Tony and Hayden chat about his pivot from studying a double degree at...

In this episode of The Outer Side, Blair from Cowboy Tuned returns to play a brand new game called Does it Suck?

Tony and Blair provide their unsolicited and completely unqualified opinions on a range of popular 4x4 vehicles, talk smack about things they can't afford, and provide a chilling insight into their poor decision making when it comes to purchasing and owning clapped out 90s 4WDs.

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In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Lucinda Harvey, the woman behind Saving True Blues.

Saving True Blues is an organisation dedicated to improving the lives of the 4WD and Camping community in Australia through their amazing camping events - designed to create a safe space for people of all ages and backgrounds to share their experiences and talk about issues impacting their mental health.

Tony and Lucinda talk about Lucinda's childhood growing up in the outdoors and modifying 4WDs with her father, the tragic events that led to...

In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Ryan Gudiksen, the owner of Offgrid Outfitters.

Ryan has built a successful business servicing the Southern Sydney off-road caravan market through a passion for remote 4WD travel and ensuring customers buy the right van for their needs.

Tony and Ryan chat about what motivated him to start the business, the desire to promote and sell only the highest quality camping and 4x4 products, choosing the right caravan for your needs, and heaps more.

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In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Mitch Favro, the owner of Favro Performance & Fabrication.

Mitch is a performance mechanic and fabricator and specialises in building custom 4WDs through his business on the NSW Central Coast.

Tony and Mitch talk about how he got started in the automotive trade through PRTech, before moving on to start his own business and focus more heavily on his growing passion - heavily modified 4x4s. The boys also talk about some of Mitch's personal cars including his very capable LN106 Toyota Hilux...

In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Tim Lightfoot, the man behind MITS Alloy.

MITS Alloy is a metal fabrication business focused on designing, engineering and manufacturing premium 4WD Trays & Canopies for dual cab 4x4 utes.

Tim shares the story of how the business started, the challenges of manufacturing 4x4 accessories in Australia, travelling around Australia and the USA filming 4WD content with 4WD 24/7, and heaps more.

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In this episode of The Outer Side, Blair from Cowboy Tuned takes over hosting duties of the show, by popular demand.

Blair asks Tony his own (questionable) questions, as well as asking a whole bunch of questions that you guys wanted Tony to answer.

While there's a fair amount of banter and immature jokes, the boys also cover some serious topics and give you a bit of insight into Tony's background with street cars, 4WDs, camping, fishing, and his career in Marketing.

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In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Ben Dobinson.

The Dobinson name is familiar to many people in the 4WD community through the Dobinson's Suspension brand, started by Ben's grandfather over 72 years ago!

Tony and Ben chat about the path Dobinson's Suspension has taken as a company, challenges in business, and adapting to different customer needs as global markets change and 4x4 vehicles evolve.

The boys also spend time talking about the build of Ben's insane 650+hp GQ Nissan Patrol, and the Dobinson's King of The...

In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Benny Plunkett.

Benny is an Adventure film maker, outdoor recreation guide, and advocate for access to public land in Australia. He also hitch-hiked around Australia for the best part of a year, and lived to tell the tale.

Tony and Benny cover a range of topics, from Benny's childhood in Canberra surfing, bodyboarding, snorkelling, and rock climbing, to rediscovering his love for outdoor adventure as an adult through guiding and film making. He now focuses all his time and energy on spending...

In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Sam Young.

Sam is a familiar face in the Australian 4WD community through his work as a YouTube content creator under the 'samyoung4x4' brand, he's previously appeared on 4WD 24/7, worked for major brands such as Fulcrum and Sparesbox, and has built some truly ridiculous modified 4WDs over the last few years - including his iconic 1000hp Turbo 1FJZ 80 Series Land Cruiser.

Tony and Sam catch up in Sam's new headquarters, and chat about a wide range of topics - from...

In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Mark Banasiak.

Mark is a Member of the NSW Legislative Council, representing the outdoors community as a member of The Shooters, Fishers, Farmers Party. He is also the Chair of the recently announced committee conducting a parliamentary inquiry into public land access in New South Wales.

In addition to his work as a politician, Mark is a keen recreational hunter and fisho who spends as much time as possible out in the Aussie bush, providing food for his family.

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In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Audi Croft.

Audi is a fisho, film maker, photographer, and the better half of the Fish Forever team with Al McGlashan - working together to produce amazing fishing documentaries.

Tony and Audi chat about her early years fishing for food with her father, rediscovering her love of fishing later in life, to meeting Al and becoming a full time fishing fanatic and film maker.

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In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is back in the USA to chat with Aidan Stott from Long Range America.

Aidan is the owner of a sick 1HDFTE-powered 80 Series Land Cruiser, is part owner of Long Range America, creates amazing content for outdoor brands and has done a heap of overlanding travel in the US.

Tony and Aidan caught up while at the recent Overland Expo West in Flagstaff, Arizona and chatted about growing up in the outdoors, Aidan's entry to the Overlanding 4WD community, the challenges of being a content...

In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Alistair McGlashan.

Al has been a familiar face in the Australian recreational fishing community for many years. With an extensive background in media, Al is a TV presenter, social media personality, journalist, published author, photographer and cinematographer. He is also an avid hunter and outdoorsman.

Tony and Al talk about the beginnings of his career in fishing, the need for more citizen science and data-based decisions in regard to fisheries management, climate change and its affect on fish stocks and behaviour, public...

In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony travels to the USA to chat with Chase Gardner, AKA chase.in.point - from Two Track Nation.

Chase has built a one-of-a-kind Lexus GX470 on 37s, with Dana rear diff, big suspension and an absolutely crazy 12V setup - the car even has thermal imaging cameras built-in! He uses it to make a living by creating content for outdoors brands across the overlanding industry.

Tony and Chase catch up at Overland Expo West in Flagstaff, Arizona and chat about building 4x4s in America...

In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Rohan Arthur, the owner of the Department of The Interior.

Department of The Interior is a family-owned and operated Aussie business, focused on interior upgrades for all makes and models of vehicles, specialising in 4WDs, and in particular, Toyota Land Cruisers.

Tony and Rohan chat about the early days of the business when Rohan's father started making centre consoles for old Holdens in his parent's garage, trends in 4x4 modifications and upgrades, car audio systems and even amphibious cars!

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In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Luke Antrim, also known as Patrolin_aus.

Luke has been obsessed with 4WDs and the outdoors from a young age, loves wheeling super tough tracks in his 4x4s, rides dirt bikes, and also gets into a bit of fishing, mountain biking and everything else that happens outside!

Tony and Luke talk about his experiences as a youngster that formed his love of adventure in the bush, some of the cars he's built, his entry into the offroad racing scene, and heaps...

In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Marty McInnes from REDARC.

Marty has worked at REDARC for several years, is a fully qualified auto electrician, mechanic, and refrigeration technician, has built electrical systems for Superyachts, and has a passion for all things 4WD and 12V.

Tony and Marty have a great chat about 12 volt systems, including things to consider when setting up an electrical system in a touring 4WD or caravan, the pros and cons of Lithium battery technology, future trends in vehicle modifications, and even touch on electric...

In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Josh Bollen.

Josh is a super keen spearo, with a focus on sustainable fishing, and utilising less popular species of fish and other seafood, to cook amazing meals at home. Despite Josh's claims he's 'just a bloke, not a chef' he has some seriously impressive skills in the kitchen!

Tony and Josh chat about his journey into spearfishing, how his love of food led him down the path of sourcing and hunting his own protein, crazy diving experiences, breathwork, encounters with sharks...

In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Nick Burton, AKA Burto.

Burto is a familiar face in the Australian 4WD community, well known for his work with Tyler Thompson on his YouTube channel, and for wheeling his infamous GQ Patrol - REX18G.

Tony and Burto talk about his path into 4WDs, his experience as a mechanic, and more recently his work with Tyler building cars and filming 4x4 content around Australia. The boys also have a good yarn about Burto's love of fishing, including his ongoing search for...

In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by the crew from True North Adventures.

Stevie, Marc and Baxter are the three guys behind True North Adventures - a group of close mates who share their epic outdoor Cape York adventures on YouTube.

Tony and the boys chat all things fishing, exploring in 4WDs, tackling rugged tracks on postie bikes, setting cartons of beer on fire - and have a whole lot of laughs along the way.

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In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Justin Clacher.

Justin is the founder and owner of 4WDetail - a company specialising in the development of Australian 4x4 cleaning and detailing products, and a self-confessed Land Rover addict.

Tony and Justin chat about how the company started, the process of developing 4WD-specific car car products based on personal experience detailing and fixing cars, and Justin's epic Land Rover Defender 130 build (AKA the longest car ever built).

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In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Sammy Hitzke.

Sammy has spent his whole life fishing, from family trips to Fraser Island as a youngster, to working in the tackle industry and ultimately becoming a full-time fishing content creator.

Tony and Sammy talk about Sammy's journey from being a kid obsessed with catching all kinds of fish, to chasing a dream of making a living in the fishing industry, and the challenges of becoming a YouTube video producer while juggling family life.

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In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Ty Fenwick.

Ty grew up obsessed with dirt bikes, has travelled the world building motocross tracks, and in recent years has started to focus on modifying his epic Ford F250 Super Duty.

Tony and Ty chat about Ty's childhood riding bikes and making BMX jumps, to travelling the world building tracks for Red Bull, and eventually opening his own motorbike facility with his family - The Island ASC. The boys also chat about Ty's YouTube channel, travelling Australia, and his love of...

In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by John Ralley, the man behind Bush River Kitchen.

John is a qualified chef, who has combined his love of sourcing his own food and outdoor cooking over fire, to create Bush River Kitchen.

Tony and John talk about John's experiences as a kid in the outdoors and the ocean, spearfishing around Australia and the world, the pursuit of sustainable protein through ethical hunting, and heaps more.

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In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by David Swarbrick, the owner of Blue Flame Automotive.

Dave runs two 4WD specialist workshops, has an unhealthy obsession with Nissan Patrols, and has worked in the 4x4 industry for a long time.

Tony and Dave talk about his journey to opening his first 4WD workshop, modification laws in Australia, the Second Stage Manufacturing process, jumping a GQ Patrol with a box trailer attached, the future of 4x4 vehicles, and heaps more.

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In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Luke Sullivan, from Teams Challenge Australia (TCA).

Luke is a surfer, a fitness fanatic, a certified freedive instructor, and a man who constantly chases new challenges and adventure in the outdoors.

Tony and Luke chat about Luke's life, from growing up outside with his brothers chasing footballs and waves, some of the incredible physical challenges he has completed, developing high performance athletes, and his work in the juvenile justice system assisting young offenders to unlock their true potential.

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In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Michael Atkinson, better known as Outback Mike.

Mike is an adventurer, survival expert, author, content creator and film maker.

Tony chats with Mike about his fascinating life; from travelling the world as a youngster, to flying helicopters in the Army, becoming an instructor with the RAAF, starring on the hit TV series 'Alone Australia', and heaps more.

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In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Tyler Thompson, AKA Tylzzz.

Tyler is a 4WDer, YouTube content creator, and Nissan Patrol connoisseur.

Tony and Tyler chat about how he got into 4WDs in the first place, how the Tyler Thompson YouTube channel kicked off, and his transition into becoming a full time 4x4 YouTube content creator.

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In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Jonathan 'Redbeard' Jones.

Redbeard is a highly accomplished fly fisherman, fishing guide, hunter, 4WDer and all-round adventurer.

Tony and Jon talk about fishing from a young age, his transition from conventional fishing to Fly, travelling the world in search of trophies for his customers, and heaps more.

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In the first episode of Season 2 of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by none other than Shaun Whale, better known as Shauno from 4WD 24/7.

Shauno is a mad keen 4WDer, fisho, hunter and outdoorsman and the founder and presenter of the world's largest 4x4 media outlet - 4WD 24/7.

Tony and Shauno talk about Shaun's outdoors journey from fishing as a kid through to studying journalism, falling in love with 4WDs, and ultimately building an entertainment empire with the creation of 4WD 24/7.

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In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by absolutely nobody - because this isn't a regular episode.

After 24 episodes, Season 1 is coming to a close.

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