JDV On Air

What does it really take to run the length of the Great Wall of China... twice? 🏃‍♂️ Tag someone who needs to hear this story. In this episode of the JDV Podcast, David Grier shares the reality behind becoming the first person to run the Great Wall of China in both directions, covering more than 4,200 km. From breathtaking landscapes to tornadoes, sandstorms and relentless mental challenges, ever...

Most people slow down at 80. Kingsley Holgate just came back from another expedition across Africa. 43 expeditions. 54 countries. Hundreds of thousands of lives impacted through conservation, malaria prevention, and humanitarian work. But what makes him remarkable isn’t just where he’s been. It’s how he sees life. ➡️ Time is precious ➡️ Overplanning kills adventure ➡️ The best moments are often un...

What happens when the environment you’ve trained your whole life for… disappears? Eric Larsen completed what’s believed to be the last human-powered expedition to the North Pole. Not because no one wants to do it again — but because the ice is disappearing. Now layer that with a cancer diagnosis. Different battlefield. Same mindset. ➡️ Break it down ➡️ Keep moving ➡️ Adapt or stop “The only way ou...

What does it take to row solo across the Atlantic, trek to the South Pole, and lead in some of the most extreme environments on earth? In this powerful episode of JDV On Air, Johan de Villiers sits down with extreme adventurer Peter van Kets to unpack the mindset behind grit, resilience, and leadership under pressure. From navigating solitude in the middle of the ocean to managing fear, accountabi...

Adventure is often mistaken for luxury or escape. In reality, it begins long before the journey — with mindset, curiosity, and the courage to go further than comfort allows. In this episode, Scott Brady shares the road that led him from military service to becoming one of the most respected voices in the global overlanding community. Through decades of exploration, he discovered that true adventur...

Few athletes in the world can match the achievement of Mike Nixon. As the only rider to have completed every Cape Epic since its inception in 2004, Mike has covered more than 14,000 kilometres in one of the toughest mountain bike races on earth — climbing the equivalent of Mount Everest 34 times. Mike Nixon shares what it takes to summit Mount Everest — a journey of endurance, humility, and lesson...

🚗💨 Ever wondered what it's like to transition from predictable track racing to the chaotic world of Dakar? Giniel de Villiers shares his journey from a four-time touring car champion to conquering 21 Dakar rallies! 🌍🏆 #DakarRally #Motorsport #GinielDeVilliers #RacingJourney #AdventureAwaits #Inspiration #NeverGiveUp #ChallengeYourself

Join us for an inspiring conversation with Graeme Bell, a renowned figure in the overlanding community. With over 15 years of experience and travels across 67 countries, Graeme shares his journey from corporate life to a life of adventure on the road. Discover the challenges and rewards of overlanding, the importance of simplicity, and how Graeme and his family have embraced a minimalist lifestyle...

When life changes in an instant, how do you keep moving? After a devastating spinal cord injury, Joey Evans refused to let his story end. From being told he might never walk again to finishing the world’s toughest race — the Dakar Rally — Joey’s journey is one of faith, family, and unshakable resilience. In this full conversation, Joey opens up about: Facing rock bottom — and the moment he chose t...

Johan de Villiers hosts Patrick Cruywagen (ex–SA4x4, ex–Land Rover Monthly UK; now Head of Content & Marketing, Front Runner / Dometic ). They cover military-to-journalism reinvention , surviving a Defender crash , Kingsley Holgate lessons on humanity and patience, the truth about the new vs old Defender , how magazines evolved (podcasts, YouTube, Spares Days ), and why “ live the brand ” is y...

Buckle up for the launch of JDV On Air , hosted by Johan de Villiers, author of Overlanding Through the Boardroom . In this premiere episode, Johan is joined by South African motorsport legend Graham Duxbury for a high-octane conversation that blends the thrill of the track with the insights of leadership. They dive into Graham’s remarkable racing career, the pivotal moments that defined his succe...