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[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Thank you to NordVPN for supporting our expedition: With the code NMEXP for very purchase of the 2-year NordVPN plan receive +4 bonus months on top: nordvpn.com/nmexp And if you have more questions on how we organise our work/travel balance on the road remember we try to answer most comments here in this section so don't hesitate!

[@junefirst500]

Nick is a gift to Metild as he is Multi Task & Humble! Metild is sweet clean heart for Nick to support him! We love you!!!

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Totally gifts for each other, but I could not survive without nick's talent for multi-tasking for sure !

[@lewieandtherover]

This is very valuable guys! Some people think it is easy life; make video, upload it and earn money. Definitely not! I agree 100% with Mathilde, if you want to do this (KZbin) you have to really love it because it is a sh*t load of work. And you see that every single bit of content you guys make is made with love and passion. Let's meet fast and make a banger of a video together!

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Guys! Mathilde here. So thankful to see you here. First thank you for watching the video

[@justinneway8534]

You two have a really excellent partnership - planning, organization, specialization and collaboration are keys to success and you guys clearly know that and enjoy it. Working on different tasks towards a common goal that you're both passionate about, is a very rewarding way to work together to give your audience such an enjoyable and unique shared experience. Thank you for all the great work you do - I really enjoy watching your videos and traveling with you.

[@ChristopherHarris6005]

Awesome video as always Nick and Mathilde. Thank you for sharing your day to day work behind the scenes and everything else that it takes to overland full time. Your experiences are inspiring to so many people. Thanks for letting us ride along with y’all on y’all’s journey around the world.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

thank you chris !!!! it is a pleasure

[@noodlenoggin70]

All the work shows -- your videos are REALLY well done. The camera-work and video quality is great, your drone video quality is amazing. Your videos present a consistent message and "vibe." And the two of you are just PLEASANT to watch. It's almost a crime that you only have ~50k followers, because your work is better than some KZbinrs with 10x that many. Case in point, I found your channel when you showed up on Eva's channel in Alaska...today I don't really watch her, but I DO watch you.

[@rhousto1]

You two are both so talented. Engaging videos each week are proof of that. It must be exhausting at times. Looking forward to your continuing adventures.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Thank you for the kind words, we appreciate it!

[@ronfinch5532]

That is definitely a full time job! Mathilde’s English has changed a lot. When you guys are done traveling you’ll be professional video producers and travelers and mechanics and storytellers and logistics coordinators. Awesome resume!

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

hahahah we still have a lot to learn but we ll improve surely

[@mansoureh]

It is amazing to follow your journey, I totally can relate with you guys in editing and planning the shoot. So much work goes to a travel video and sometimes the audio is not great, itis windy and lots of things also could go wrong. And you are always on the road which makes it harder.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

so many things go wrong hahahah a big part of the work is to accept to release non-perfect content. especially on the road like this. at least that s the case for us.

[@janastalos]

Hi, N&M, i watch your videos from the start of your Journey. And Have to say you are amazing couple. And inspirational for me and many people. Great job and stay care.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Thank you so much!! your words go straight to our heart !!!

[@offthemainroad]

Very nice to see how your week on the road unfolds. It's so true. It's just soooo much more than just "a bit of filming" and "a bit of editing". It's a full time job if you want to do it properly. Most of those travel videos come from an office, with never ending electric supply, a complete focus on the project. That is like never happening in real life travel. Everything is an obstacle, from finding water to finding a toilet 😅 Admiring you guys for realising this every single week! You're making a great team together!! 💛 We're like already half a year behind on our KZbin videos. On KZbin we're still in Tajikistan 🇹🇯 In real life already in Thailand haha! 🇹🇭 Can't wait to go back to the ocean!!

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Hahahaa yes it s quite some delay indeed ! It would truly be awesome to be able to pause the trip to edit the videos comfortably but it would never be feasible financially hahaha Wow that is indeed quite a delay but it is pretty common I think. I m just so scared to stop and never be able to catch up …

[@offthemainroad]

@@NextMeridianExpedition Haha yes, absolutely. Not possible at all 😂 yes, i understand! I think the videos we put out are definitely also different because of the time frame in between. Now we already had time to reflect a bit about our Pamir Highway journey for example, I think the way we create the video now, is different then if we would create it the week after it all happend. But no idea if that's worse or better 😅

[@StefanoCanepa1970]

It has been a long time since I watched a video of yours and I think I missed something. You are two amazing humans.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

welcome back ! hahaha thanks a lot!

[@stephenburchett8263]

Hi Nick and Mathilde, a great video and very informative and will help us out in thefutureas we plan our own trip. Just started watching your channel and really enjoying your videos. All the best Steve 👍

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Have fun! looking forward knowing more !

[@gregmorris309]

Thank you for sharing this insight to your life on the road, as a professional photographer I appreciate just how much time you have to put into your weekly posts. And what a legacy you are creating that your children & grandchildren will be able to experience your incredible lifestyle in years to come. Loving these new Thursday shorts !! Keep doing what you do !! You are the perfect Vanlife couple !🥰

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

hey Greg!!! how are you? Honnestly we have trouble doing everything so we have to make choices. for instance taking pictures is not always so high on our priorities list which is a pity but video comes first .

[@MGSkinner]

Love the addition of this new format/series guys. Strong start with the first episode; this info is literally gold for people new to content creation or thinking about getting into it. Très bien! 👏🏻

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

We’re glad you’re enjoying it! It’s been a fun new way to present a new video

[@carlosross4547]

Thanks for sharing. I imagined that there was a lot going on "behind the scenes" and am impressed on how well organized your expedition is with all of your multitasking. The KZbin videos are professionally fantastic! And it seems Nick has a keen eye in finding how to amaze us every week.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

I should add that on his list!!!!

[@marksoutherton8888]

Fantastic videos from Next Meridian, Thank you both so much for spending the time to share them with us. Mathilde's face was hilarious in the last video when she had to do the dishes out in the cold ☹☹☹ 😂🤣👍

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

brrrrr dish washing... not our favorite task to negotiate on

[@sandrawenger7921]

This was so interesting and informative! Loved the illustrations- nice talent! Beautiful couple! Your hard work is appreciated and hopefully worth alllll the time you put into it to make it the quality that it is. Blessings!

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

thank you Sandra !!!

[@dilipchavan3647]

I love the duo ... fabulous ❤

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

thank you !

[@anamsohail8904]

Your dedication to KZbin and the world tour is inspiring. I loved learning about your weekly routine and this style of videos. ❤

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Thank you! We really enjoy making these videos.

[@mediapromotor]

Welcome to Timor-Leste Nick & Mathilde - Next Meridian Expedition🇹🇱🇫🇷🌎🤝🙏

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Thank you Andre !

[@markjohnson5483]

I’ve been following your trip from the beginning,and want to thank you for doing what you do❤

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

thank you Mark!

[@Badfinger61-i4w]

You guys are such a great couple and a fantastic team. Mathilde, I love your videos and the work you do to keep them fresh and interesting. Nick, the work you do behind the scenes to keep everything together and Albo maintained is amazing. Bravo to both of you! 👏

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Thanks so much for the kind words, it really means a lot to us! 🙏 we could not do it alone for real

[@francoisehollender_franeuro]

Excellent video, thanks for sharing your day to day with us. Take care

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

merci franchise

[@EGO0808]

Very informative and it makes people realize the so called ‘digital nomad’ life is not all roses and sunshine. You’re more than fulltime entrepeneurs, travelers, designers, content creators and more at the same time. No security, no job, just the willpower and creativity, passion and dedication. Bravo, keep it up!🤞🙌🙏

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

It definitely takes a lot of work, but we wouldn't have it any other way! thank you so much for the support and kind words

[@neilbailey6983]

Great video guys. I'd like to see one on your planning of where you want to go, maybe the tools you use etc. I imagine that is one already on your list. Love watching your videos.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Thanks for the idea! We have some of that on Pastreon we will see if we can do something

[@katutasichilongo3057]

this is such a great video and it's so helpful! i always wondered how you make it all work so it's a good rough guide for me who one day wishes to own a defender and travel. question: did you guys do KZbin before your travels started or it was the travel was the main reason you hoped onto it? i also wonder if it would be any different for me as a Zambian and an Afrikan but i guess that's for me to find out. looking forward to more of your work and travels! love & light

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

good question, before we left nick was editing small videos for memories families and friends from our trips. super simple edits including photos without any voice over. So when we left we thought why not continue it will make more memories than pictures for us. but we did not bet on it to work at all. I agree you should try to know I think unique perspectives are always worth it!

[@theridesideoflife]

What a great video! Thanks for sharing all insights and the handdrawn illustrations fitted so perfectly for a better understanding ☺️🙌🏼 Also pretty funny how you two split the work compared to us 😄 Last thing: Your vibe was so great in this video, i‘m happy for what you made out of this whole trip / business and we wish you alle the best and more for everything that‘s in front of you 🍀 - Kathi & René

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Glad it was helpful!Oh that s interesting! How do you split the work? And what would you say is the challenge in dividing the tasks?

[@theridesideoflife]

@NextMeridianExpedition for us it‘s like this: René: - KZbin (Editing, Uploading, Title, Thumbnail(s) etc.) - Writing the texts for both of our voicovers (at least the first draft of it and Kathi is finalizing her part by herself) - Most of the filming - Mechanic - Communication regarding sponsorings / cooperations Kathi: - Initiary (including booking flights / attractions etc.) - Filming - Reels / Shorts for all plattforms and also photo posts - Fullfilling of Shop orders - Preparing meals on the road (whilst i‘m cutting the next video) - Securing the data of all devices like you said (drone, sony, iphones, gopro, audio devices etc.) - accounting At least for now 😅

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

@@theridesideoflife hahah yes so so busy but it is worth it!

[@RichardGreener-ci5tv]

Great work on the artistry Mathilde - and Nick is obviously all over the admin! 20hrs doesn’t seem too bad for a life you are clearly loving

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Yes exactly! It s honestly not bad !

[@basildavidson4597]

This is a very insightful video. It gives a clear picture of the amount of work that goes on to produce your wonderful stories. Thank you.👍🏻

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

We're glad you enjoyed the video!

[@terrahmama]

You tube isn't easy...ya all work hard. Thanks for bringing me along.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Thanks for watching!

[@steady3459]

It plays like a Pro Documentary, you two are right up there with the top 10 ive found . Much appreciated, love to Watch ! 🎉😂❤✌️

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Thanks so much for the compliment - we appreciate you watching!

[@jbcopin5378]

Thanks for sharing this guys. That’s great .

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

we are glad you liked it!

[@CreatorInTrng]

I've seen a couple of other YT'ers describe the process and what you say here mirrors what they have said. Keep up the work, enjoy life ---- and keep giving us you spectacular content. Love it!

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Thanks, will do!

[@steveswiggers1578]

Good insight in what’s happening in the background! Also nice to see that there is also talent for nice drawings. An congrats that even though you see that thumbnail and tittle are very important you don’t fall for easy deceiving and spectacular thumbnails.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Thank you for your kind words !!!

[@isabellevougny4038]

Super vidéo super analyse 👏💪🏻☀️

[@hughbatchelor8599]

Nicely presented run down of your adventurous lives. There is always a lot of background work going on even at times when it just looks like fun and pleasure. You seem to have struck a good balance and team effort there. Well done. Keep it up and look forward to more videos. God Bless.H

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Hitting the balance is the hardest probably, making sure the world tour remains number one while being proud of what we deliver. Not always simple but working at it !

[@stevestott1514]

NOW that was a very spectacular video on the day to day life of a over landing KZbinr . Showing the amount of work you need to do to put out the awesome videos you two make for are enjoyment . Thanks for such a wonderful and informative video you two . Love the way you set out your days work and chores to gather . Was a great way for new KZbinrs wanting to do this as well ,to see and plan out how to . As I’ve said before you two are a great set of over landing ambassadors to the over landing life style 🥇🏆. I’ve learned so much from your videos . That will make are next adventure so much better . So thanks again for sharing your wonderful travel adventures and memories with all of us your over landing friends .love all the work videos and tips and tricks you share with us as well . Cheers from Steve Stott in Sutherlin Oregon U.S.A. :) :) 🌏🎥😎☕️😁🍻👍🏼.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Thank you Steve! Yes that's what we thought, from making a video to thinking about water those things take considerable amount of time and one need to take care of both to make things work. I remember years ago seeing a video along the same lines and thinking: ooooh I had not thought about all those side tasks...

[@g0ora]

Thank you for the insight of how you operate the channel, plenty to think about for sure. Merci, Salutations John P.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Thanks for watching John!

[@andrefischer5025]

Hi guys, that’s a great format not too long but very informative. You guys are hard workers and deserve all of the benefits coming your way.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Thank you Andre ! Also for your feedback on the format !

[@wildsouloverlanding]

I'm a small overland youtuber, just got monetised - all of this is bang on. KZbin doesn't pay as much as people think, it's like a £1 per 1,000 views Living the dream guys - keep em coming

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

hey! keep the work going! it does pay more than that (not huge amounts but maybe wait a bit and the time KZbin gets what your content is about it might increase). But definitely KZbin alone does not make a revenue.

[@ratnadipmajumdar8179]

Wonderful coordination ❤❤😊

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

💪💪💪

[@dizucreatortl1245]

You guys are the best

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

❤️

[@alexandral6273]

Géniale cette vidéo ! MERCI pour ce partage hyper intéressant ! Je serai incapable de faire tout ça, alors vous pouvez être fiers de vous les chéris !!

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Merci Alexandra !!! un petit aperçu de ce qui se passe de l autre cote de la camera

[@alexandral6273]

@ Hyper intéressant ! Et bravo pour les dessins Mathilde !!!! 🥳🥳🥳😜

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

@@alexandral6273 Merci Alex !

[@stog9821]

That was interesting. It’s quite a change from when I did some world traveling on a shoestring 50 years ago. Back then for extra money you might do some work under the table - pick fruit, bar tend. I herded sheep for a while. Laws about work visas were often less rigorously enforced than now. I think it was also a lot less expensive other than airfares which are probably less now. I don’t think I spent more that $3-4 a day in Australia and didn’t feel hampered.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Yees that s probably true !

[@johnclark2212]

I love your very hard work! I know some of what it entails. I made a 15 minuet video of squirrels and cats in my back yard and after editing for 4 hours, I had 10 minuets of video and one hell of a headache! NO TRAVEL INVOLVED!

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

hahahahhahaha I can imagine that this topic would be next level decision making. I think... You did not spend enough time on the story writing hahahaha

[@johnclark2212]

@@NextMeridianExpedition Correct, I had the squirrels chasing the cat, it never happened. And my cat was to lazy to chase the squirrels. Have to plan for less cooperation next time, if ever.

[@gavinwhindus2932]

You guys make such a great team, looking forward to Asia and visiting us in South Africa!!

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Thank you! We are super excited for Asia too!

[@davidbaker3270]

well i watch it because you take us places we will never see and the company is first class maybe missed odd KZbin vids but not many so just keep doing what you do best and i will keep liking and who knows maybe one year you might even come to England not take long for you guys to tour round i shouldn't think as its only a small place in comparison to places you tour

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

thank you David! maybe one day!!! we have a little bit of a way to complete before

[@danmoore1811]

Honestly and truly for the people that watch you they should know I do I've been following you all for a long time probably ever since you started I was watching Eva zubek then I found you all my point is for the people think that her job is easy it's not it's a pain in the ass..💯♥️

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

totally !

[@isabellevougny4038]

Formidable 🎉❤

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Merci maman !!!

[@Joana-c8w]

Really interesting. Incredible organization!

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Thank you so much! 🙏 happy that was interesting for you !

[@michaelaustin5888]

Thats a lot of work you do for our 1 hour of a excellent video And then you get some random who wants to meet you along the way 😊 Like a lot of youtubers if you content is not interesting your viewers leave Thanks for the meeting the other day ❤

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Hi Michael!!! Awesome now I know it s you on that name! thank you for the kind words, and meeting the other day! It was awesome!

[@VintageWanderer]

Great information and video. Cheers.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Thanks for watching :)

[@Eddie_-_]

Great video. Having tried to create some videos, I know how hard and time consuming it can be. One reflection, isn’t it tiring to be on the move six days a week?

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

very good question! we thought it would be BUT: because we live in our car we always feel we sleep in the same spot cause it s always our bed. Moving allows us to fullfill our dream of travelling the world while visiting a maximum of places. we dont take a lot of CHILL time that is true. but that Thursday gives us a sense of pause in the move

[@Eddie_-_]

@@NextMeridianExpedition Great to hear. My wife and I just got our Troopy and we are preparing for some longer trips. Far from your world tour. So interesting to see how you plan your trips. Great video quality. It is not easy to make it interesting, but you manage that very well.

[@barbar4735]

Omg it is a lot of work Thx for sharing

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

it is! but if you enjoy doing it it does not feel like it

[@yakbutterblacktea]

So great! Love this info you guys! Would love to hear even more

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

We are glad it was helpful!

[@mr90defender]

fantastic couple! vous ete Formidable! keep up the good work together,

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

thank you !!!

[@MarcelEling]

Busy, but good job🎉

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

thank you !!!

[@deriusnorris4463]

Thanks. Quite interesting

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Thank you.

[@chrissutherland1325]

Funnily enough my gf and i were discussing that all the video / Patreon / filming would easily be another full time job. The timing of this video is rather serendipitous. That said, I’m sure Albo is a much more impactful place to work than Etterbeek. 😂

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

We heard you two talking and decided to do a video about it ... # bigbrother

[@andreloshon3344]

what ur budget like,yes i knew there is alot of logistics involve.

[@franciscosaldana2879]

It sure is a. Long story Nick and Mathilde, you are veterans and have done pretty well, greetings.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@egutierrez6474]

Can't believe you guys opted to fly over Great Barrier Reef rather than dive there.. Hope that changes.

[@dajosoba.3263]

❤

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

Thank you !

[@michaelsecomb4115]

Wow, I got tired just listening to you describe your week. As an aged pensioner I don't want to copy your lifestyle, but I enjoy the results.

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

hahahahahaha I get it

[@majuambo]

Good thing someone invented smartTube and pop up blockers in order not to deal with publicity.

[@KevIsOffGrid]

interesting video, however its not what the title says, its more "how our week revolves around content" not so much how that pays for the trip.

[@danmoore1811]

X is always an option....

[@joblogstravel3392]

Thanks guys love your work. Hope to meet you on the road one day @joblogstravel ❤

[@NextMeridianExpedition]

We'd love to meet you on the road too!