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The Outer Side

Tony Crooke
Four-Wheel Driving
Camping
Fishing
4WD
Mental Health
Cape York
Outdoor Adventure
Four-Wheel Drive
Australia
Content Creation
Vehicle Modifications
Hunting
Youtube
Nissan Patrol
Adventure Travel
GQ Patrol
Four Wheel Driving
Automotive Industry
Off-Roading
Public Land Access

The Outer Side is a weekly podcast for anyone who loves 4WD, outdoor adventure, exploring off the grid, and the search for wild experiences.

Join me each week as I chat with people from all walks of life who will share their stories, with the aim of motivating you to spend more time exploring outside, and offroad.

From 4x4s to camping, fishing, diving, hiking, dirt bikes, and everything in between... more

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Latest Episodes

Peter Lea-Smith, better known to most as 'Pete from Ultimate9' is a bloke who has spent his whole life in and around 4WDs.

In this episode, Pete and Tony have a great chat about Pete's lifelong love of 4x4 vehicles and the adventures they enable - f... more

Dave Parker spent 20 years in the Australian Defence Force's Special Operations Command (SOCOM) - involved in active combat around the world as a member of the elite 2nd Commando Regiment.

Following his military career, Dave pursued his love of the ... more

Lawrie Smith and Billy McKinnon are both obsessed with 40 Series Land Cruisers, so much so, that they've both built successful businesses focused on modifying these old 4x4s to extreme levels.

Tony chats to Lawrie and Billy about the genesis of thei... more

Harry Foster is a chef, hunter, spearo, free-diver, content creator, ex-Masterchef contestant, and hunting guide.

This man has packed a huge amount into his short time on earth and has created his own perfect life - centred around spending as much t... more

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Recent Guests

Dave Parker
Owner of PAST Outdoors
PAST Outdoors
Episode: #103 - PAST OUTDOORS
Billy McKinnon
Owner, McKinnon's Cruisers
McKinnon's Cruisers
Episode: #102 - LCS4X4 & McKINNON'S CRUISERS
Lawrie Smith
Owner, LCS4X4
LCS4X4
Episode: #102 - LCS4X4 & McKINNON'S CRUISERS
Harry Foster
Outdoor chef and media personality
Self-employed / Outdoors & Food
Episode: #101 - HARRY FOSTER
Josh Thorburn
From Thorburn's Fabrication
Thorburn's Fabrication
Episode: #98 - JOSH THORBURN
Phil Dixon
Co-founder of Walk It Off
Walk It Off
Episode: #96 - WALK IT OFF AUSTRALIA
Josh D
Adventure/4x4 enthusiast and activist featured on the show
Independent content creator and activist
Episode: #95 - JOSH DEEEEE
Peter Woods
Managing Director of Premier Events
Premier Events
Episode: #94 - PETER WOODS
Paris Recchi
Prominent figure in Australia's 4WD community; founder of Her Trax
Her Trax
Episode: #93 - HER JIMNY

Host

Tony
Host of The Outer Side

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 447 ratings
  • Awesome

    Loving these tony listen too em every day great stuff

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Willem01119
    Australia9 months ago
  • Great content

    These podcasts are the perfect length, good conversation without the BS. Lots of variety. Love it. Keep it up.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gold Class Adventures
    Australia10 months ago

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Guests bring real-world lessons, not just hype.
Consistent commitment to authenticity and safety in outdoor culture.
Polished hosting and solid guest variety; topics stay practical.
Great balance of adventure stories and actionable insights.

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#103 - PAST OUTDOORS
Q: What is your core philosophy when selecting gear to stock?
Only stock gear that solves real problems and can do multiple jobs; avoid gimmicks and ultralight gear that doesn't add enduring value.
#103 - PAST OUTDOORS
Q: What was your dream job as a kid?
Builder, and yes, I became a tradesman in furniture making before moving into a military career and later entrepreneurship.
#101 - HARRY FOSTER
Q: How did MasterChef impact your career?
It accelerated my interest in food but also burned me out and led me to reassess what I want from a career—ultimately steering me toward outdoor料理 and a flexible, varied lifestyle.
#101 - HARRY FOSTER
Q: What was your dream job as a kid?
I wanted to be a nature presenter, like Steve Irwin, and I pursued paths in hospitality and media through MasterChef, eventually moving into outdoor cooking and content creation rather than a traditional restaurant route.
#99 - PIRATE CAMP CO
Q: What sparked the shift from bespoke fabrication to scalable manufacturing?
A combination of market feedback and internal pain points around profitability and repeatability showed that custom work was not scalable, pushing the shift toward standardizing products and investing in machinery and ERP to handle volume.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Outer Side

What is The Outer Side about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A weekly show focused on off-road adventure, outdoor lifestyles, and practical storytelling from hands-on builders, explorers, and educators. Conversations span 4x4 culture, vehicle builds, hunting ethics, wildlife education, and community-driven initiatives, with a recurring emphasis on authenticity, safety, and open discussions about mental health and public land access. Notable is the mix of long-form industry insights, personal journeys, and real-world tips for travelers, gear nerds, and outdoor families. This program often features practitioners and entrepreneurs shaping outdoor culture, from fabricators and gear brands to wildlife educators and advocacy groups, making it valuable for listeners who want actionable takeaways, industry c... more

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1. Dave Parker
2. Billy McKinnon
3. Lawrie Smith
4. Harry Foster
5. Josh Thorburn
6. Phil Dixon
7. Josh D
8. Peter Woods

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