In 2009 Dan was made redundant from a job that he hated. He could have got a mortgage with his payout.
Instead he followed a dream, travelling around the world on his own, taking photos, playing music and having lots of funny little interactions.
This show is ideal for those interested in travel, music, photography and comedy and those who want to feel inspired to go on their own adventure.
It can be lonely, but you're only as lonely as you're willing to let yourself get.
Despite the warnings, these fearless, intrepid explorers travel towards the unknown and impending possible doom. We laugh in the face of danger as we head towards the Maori playground of old.
Following the highs of adrenaline, a reunion takes place.
This double banger of an episode is going the be the last one for a while, for reasons I’ll explain in the episode. Consider this an end of season one, but I WILL BE BACK, I promise! I’ve got to come back, we’re only a third of the way through the trip and there’s so much more to come with plenty of weirdness, music and photography to come.
You can listen to the episode on Apple, Spotify and Amazon, or you can click the link to the Youtube upload below. Below you will also find other video clips, photos and music featured in the episode.
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Any questions, please comment or email me at onlyaslonely@gmail.com
18 Sept 2022
Episode 17 - Convoy!!!
I have joined Annabel and James as we head off, travelling south away from Franz Joseph. It’s a long day of travelling (which is a now a mystery of why that was), with great roads, great sights and great tunes although that’s a matter of opinion it would seem.
We weren’t sure where we would end up for the evening.
Thanks for being a part of the story. Please like, share, comment and subscribe. A lot of work goes into creating each episode so I’d really appreciate any support you could provide.
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21 Aug 2022
Episode 16 - Scaling a Glacier
In this episode I venture to the small village of Franz Joseph, to take on the physical challenge of scaling a massive glacier.
However, I did overestimate how much water I’d need, and how much breakfast I could eat beforehand. I also made a wonderful discovery about waterproof clothing, experienced a biblical weather event that caused a potential disaster!
I also made new friends and had a mostly pleasant evening.
Thanks for being a part of the story. Please like, share, comment and subscribe. A lot of work goes into creating each episode so I’d really appreciate any support you could provide.
Any questions, please comment or email me at onlyaslonely@gmail.com
29 Jul 2022
Episode 15 - Fireside Friend & Skimming Stones
It’s a double banger! I set off but it’s not long before I listen to my gut instinct which pays off. I make friends with a modern-day nomad.
Then I set off and find an incredible spot to stop and think too much.
But the real question is…. do I survive?!??!?!??!
16 Jul 2022
Episode 14 - Coast to Coast
I traverse a challenging route across the Southern Alps, dicing with death because of idiot driving and dicey brakes (not recommended). I quickly leave a place after my gut instinct tells me something’s not right, and I stay in a place that in my opinion was not named accurately.
But do I survive?!??!?!??!
21 Jun 2022
Episode 13 - Seals, Nature and a Feat of Endurance!
It's a Double Banger episode with two days in one. In this episode, I meet a kindred spirit, who also loves the rush of adrenaline; I get close to nature, and I embark on an epic feat of endurance….like an idiot!
Visit Onlyaslonely.wordpress.com to see photos, video clips and Adrift, which is the track that features in the episode.
A lot happens in this episode so I hope you enjoy it.
Please like, subscribe and share, and please do give a review if you can, it really helps me. If you enjoy this and if you know someone else who might enjoy joining us on this adventure please point them this way. You now being involved in this makes you part of the story and so in a way, it's not such a solitary adventure anymore.
Feel free to comment or send any questions or feedback to onlyaslonely@gmail.com.
Thank you very much!
7 Jun 2022
Episode 12 - Having a Whaley Good Time
Yeah okay, it's a terrible pun. I know.
I'm in Kaikoura, New Zealand, and I go in search of a mystical beast known as a whale.
But will I survive this close encounter with such a beast?
28 May 2022
Episode 11 - Island Hopping
I cross the Cook Straight to the south island of New Zealand. It's a different landscape as I make my way to Kaikoura. You'll hear about how I got inspired to become a singer songwriter and hear a track from that very same gig and artist that inspired me.
17 May 2022
Ep 10 - Windy Wellington & My First Gig
I arrive in Wellington on a beautiful day. I miss home slightly, I almost get stuck in the bus, I meet the lovely Mary, and play my first gig in New Zealand. How will the first gig go? Will it go well? Or will it erupt in a frenzy as the acoustic sounds fire up the crowd?
23 Apr 2022
Episode 9 - Heading South and a Fishy Encounter
I wake up to discover Reeds Field, then start to head South in the van.
I meet some fishermen and have to find somewhere to stay for the night in the bus. My paranoia still get's the best of me.
Available on Spotify, Apple or Amazon.
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Thanks for being a part of this trip!
16 Apr 2022
Episode 8 - King of The Road
I'm now in New Zealand. I collect my Van, I get caught as a hostage by my own bodily fluids and I find a camp site hoping to not be attacked by crazy hedonistic hippies but it's not all as calm as it may first appear.
20 Mar 2022
Only as Lonely - Episode 7
From New York to New Zealand
Today I say goodbye to New York, make a friend on the plane, end up in a contentious love triangle and have an unexpected visitor while I sleep. It was a loooooooong day, in fact, I actually skipped a day!
2 Mar 2022
Episode 6
My last full day in New York.
I contacted home, I lost myself.... and got lost (of course) in Central Park. The Top of The Rock provided a nirvana moment with Richard Ashcroft.
Quite a reflective day today, well, apart from the bit with the Irish man in his underpants!
9 Feb 2022
Only as Lonely Episode 5
Today I find a piece of television history!
I go on a long boat tour, meet a superhero, have a business offer as a broker for the leather jacket industry, discover a hive of musical activity and perform one of my songs in New York.
If you enjoy this, like, subscribe and please share this with someone who you know who might like to join us on this journey.
9 Feb 2022
Only as Lonely Episode 4
I’m still in New York. I’m filling my time on a photography mission and seeking inspiration everywhere.
Today I encounter a march, I become quite the art critic and later when I start to feel lonely I pathetically try to channel my inner Hugh Grant and fail miserably.
If you’re enjoying this, please feel free to like, subscribe and share with anyone else who you think would enjoy joining us on this adventure!
9 Feb 2022
Only as Lonely Episode 3
It’s September 11th, there’s only one place I have to go to today.
A real mix of emotions today for me. From Ground Zero to an upsetting sight at an exhibition, to the funny experience at the Rock n Roll Hall of Fame, my run in the WTF guy and finding a special jazz bar.
9 Feb 2022
Only as Lonely Episode 2
It’s episode 2. My first full day in New York and it’s not long before I make an idiot of myself.
I see iconic buildings, polar bears, I make friends and I also bump into a fellow Brit. Not the warm interaction I was expecting to be honest with you.
I end the day with ticking something off of the bucket list.
8 Feb 2022
Episode 1
This is it! The start of our adventure together.
Welcome to Only As Lonely.
Hear about my back story, which might feel familiar to you, and join me as we escape and head to New York on the beginning of this adventure. I'm reliving it but this time I'm not alone, because you're with me.
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