RANDOM WAYPOINTS PODCAST
Random Waypoints is a long-form podcast at the intersection of overlanding, travel, culture, politics, and current events. Hosted by real-world travelers and creators, the show blends firsthand experience from the road with grounded discussions on technology, media, business, and public policy shaping how people explore and live in the world today. Episodes range from expedition planning, vehicle builds, and remote travel logistics to deeper conversations about elections, regulation, free speech, national parks, infrastructure, streaming, AI, space, manufacturing, and the shifting media landscape. With an emphasis on facts, context, and real experience—not hype—Random Waypoints connects adventure with the bigger picture, asking how movement, power, innovation, and storytelling collide in a rapidly changing world.
RANDOM WAYPOINTS PODCAST
From Tariffs to the Titan Sub: How Ego and Power Shape Our World
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📜 Description:
From overused buzzwords to billion-dollar trade wars, and from the Titan sub tragedy to Howard Stern’s legacy — we dive into the stories where ego and power collide. We also explore the growing economic divide in America and unravel the mystery of Shane Devon Tamura & the Blackstone conspiracy.
Co-Host:
Michael Ladden — Explorer of 70+ countries, founder of Drive The Globe Overland Adventures, and full-time global traveler. Mike has led expeditions from the Arctic Circle to the Congo, outfitted vehicles for over 25 years, and currently lives on the road in a Stewart & Stevenson overland truck. 🌍 DriveTheGlobe.com