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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
Nissan Patrol
Hunting
Youtube
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

In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is absolutely honoured to be joined by Mal Leyland (of Leyland Brothers fame), and his daughter, Carmen.

Mal and Mike Leyland were the original Aussie overland explorers, touring across the country and produci... more

In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Vanessa Ruck AKA The Girl on a Bike.

Vanessa is an incredible woman who was involved in a life-changing accident in 2014, before deciding the best path to recovery was to immerse herself in the wo... more

In this episode of The Outer Side, Tony is joined by Liv & Tommy Barnes - the owners of Performance Tourers 4x4 and This is Liv'n.

Tony chats to Liv & Tommy about what they've been up to since they last appeared on the show and where they've been o... more

In this episode, Tony catches up with Azza from Azventures Australia & MITS Alloy to chat all things Ford Super Duty.

Az has been fortunate enough to spend quite a bit of time behind the wheel of the ARB / Mits Alloy Super Duty over the last 6 month... more

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Recent Guests

Vanessa Ruck
Moto-adventure athlete and speaker
Independent athlete / public figure
Episode: #84 - THE GIRL ON A BIKE
Tom Barnes
Co-host/partner in Liv'n and Performance Tourers
Liv'n, Performance Tourers
Episode: #83 - PERFORMANCE TOURERS
Robyn Van Ysseldyk
Owner of Sutto's Powersports
Sutto's Powersports
Episode: #80 - SUTTO'S POWERSPORTS
Nathan Little
Owner of All Terrain Accessories, aka Bad179
All Terrain Accessories
Episode: #79 - ALL TERRAIN ACCESSORIES - NATHAN LITTLE
Johnny Mclean
Owner of Lusty Industries and founder of Albek
Lusty Industries; Albek
Episode: #78 - JOHNNY MCLEAN
Rene Vermeer
Founder of 4XJournal, magazine publisher
4XJournal
Episode: #77 - 4XJOURNAL - RENE VERMEER
Brad Willets
Founder of Cold Start NZ, 4x4 & Outdoors brand
Cold Start NZ
Episode: #76 - COLD START 4x4 & OUTDOORS
Simon Vella
From Tough Dog, an expert in four-wheel drive suspension.
Tough Dog
Episode: #74 - SIMON VELLA
Billy Collett
Park manager at the Australian Reptile Park, heavily involved in the venomous snake world.
Australian Reptile Park
Episode: #72 - BILLY COLLETT

Host

Tony
Host of The Outer Side

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 432 ratings
  • Awesome

    Loving these tony listen too em every day great stuff

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Willem01119
    Australia5 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
    Australia6 months ago

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The show strikes a good balance between branding, gear talk, and real-world adventure.
Listeners appreciate the consistent, practical conversations with varied guests.
Guests bring authentic experiences from outdoor and automotive communities.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#177
United Kingdom/Leisure/Automotive
Spotify
#35
Australia/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#18
Australia/Leisure/Automotive
Apple Podcasts
#132
Australia/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#184
France/Leisure/Automotive
Apple Podcasts
#232
Germany/Leisure/Automotive

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#84 - THE GIRL ON A BIKE
Q: How did the bicycle accident change your life and shape your path forward?
The accident was a catalyst that forced a long, challenging recovery, including multiple surgeries and chronic pain. It reshaped her mindset around risk, pushing her to set incremental goals, explore different bike disciplines, and gradually return to competition while maintaining perspective about health and family.
#81 - KINSELAS KUSTOMS
Q: Crazy, right? So how heavily modified is your Can-Am?
The Can-Am isn't heavily modified overall; it uses a mix of stock driveline with targeted upgrades like front control arms and bracing, while keeping a relatively simple, robust setup for reliability, with some components shared or adapted from other builds to maintain practicality.
#81 - KINSELAS KUSTOMS
Q: So what's coming up in that space? Is there still other endurance, off-road events going on?
There is continued activity in endurance events, including the sister Ultimate Challenge with navigation, live-out-of-the-car logistics, and a push to accommodate a larger field with improved scheduling and group pacing.
#79 - ALL TERRAIN ACCESSORIES - NATHAN LITTLE
Q: Would you recommend buying the best gear if you're living out of your vehicle?
If you're living out of the car for extended periods, invest in reliable gear; for occasional trips, cheaper options can be perfectly adequate—the key is using what works and not over-spending.
#79 - ALL TERRAIN ACCESSORIES - NATHAN LITTLE
Q: Why start All Terrain Accessories?
Rowan encouraged him to build something for himself after seeing the market gap in WA; Nathan leveraged his hands-on experience with gear he already trusted and used to create a brand that speaks to the community.

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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 high-energy, outdoors-leaning show that centers on 4WD culture, off-grid adventures, and outdoor travel. Guests span motorsports founders, publication creators, off-road enthusiasts, and conservation-minded adventurers, sharing real-world storytelling about building brands, navigating regulations, and pursuing passion projects. The conversations mix practical gear talk, industry trends, and personal journeys, offering listeners actionable insights for branding, partnerships, and authentic engagement with outdoor communities. A standout aspect is the host's consistent focus on real-world grassroots experiences, community building, and a shared love of getting outdoors, which can be particularly appealing to brands and guests aiming to reac... more

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Recent guests on The Outer Side include:

1. Vanessa Ruck
2. Tom Barnes
3. Robyn Van Ysseldyk
4. Nathan Little
5. Johnny Mclean
6. Rene Vermeer
7. Brad Willets
8. Simon Vella

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