icon for podpress  Episode-371- 10 Under Rated Post TEOTWAWKI Skills [65:18m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Today we are going to discuss 10 skills for TEOTWAWKI (the end of the world as we know it).  While we generally discuss more likely scenarios on the Survival Podcast then a complete total break down it is useful to consider the potential of “the big one” on occasion.   Additionally while most people would never acquire all of these skills, acquiring 2 or 3 will prove highly useful even if TEOTWAWKI never comes.

Join me today as we discuss the value of  TEOTWAWKI skills like

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Computer Programming and Networking
  • Selling and Negotiating
  • Logistics
  • Navigational Competency
  • Primitive Cooking and Food Storage
  • Permaculture Design
  • Teaching - without a State provided lesson plan
  • Tool making, Welding and Machinist Skills
  • Carpentry and Woodworking Skills

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icon for podpress  Episode-362- Call In Friday 1-22-10: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

This is the third official call in Friday.  I have your calls and comments today about subjects like gardening, 22 rifles, high energy biscuits, the Haitian earthquake and more.

Tune in today as we answer listener calls and questions such as…

  • How do you get rid of squirrels in your attic
  • What is and where do you get a high energy biscuit
  • What trees are productive and OK to plant near a house
  • How do you deal with clay soil with out building typical raised beds
  • How to you get and store prescription meds for long term SHTF needs
  • Will we ever have a silver Survival Podcast coin
  • How can you start your own plants if you don’t have a greenhouse
  • Is 22 dust shot good for anything or is it worthless
  • More thoughts on the Haitian earthquake and what we can learn from it

Additional Resources for Today’s Show

Remember to comment, chime in and tell us your thoughts, this podcast is one man’s opinion, not a lecture or sermon. Also please enter our listener appreciation contest and help spread the word about our show. Also remember you can call in your questions and comments to 866-65-THINK and you might hear yourself on the air.

 
icon for podpress  Episode-284- 20 Simple Steps to More Independence [46:14m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

I am broadcasting from home today (very early by the way) because I have to go out on a location to do some film work and won’t have the option to upload the show from my office.  I didn’t want to leave you with out a Friday show so I knocked one out at the house before I left.

Today’s show is all about ways you can start to become more independent.  My challenge to you is to pick one or a few of them to do right away.

Tune in today as I discuss…

  • Buying an ounce of silver a month
  • Build a compost bin or a worm farm
  • Plant a few permanent producers
  • Put together a 7 gallon tub of storable foods
  • Find out what committees your congressmen is on and call them about something not in the news
  • Learn to identify 6 edible wild plants in your area, try cultivating 1 or 2 of them
  • Learn to make wine or mead
  • Learn to make bread
  • Learn to make biltong
  • Learn to make one new meal a month from storable and/or fresh items
  • Learn to grind and use ground wheat
  • Take a good quality firearms training class
  • Learn to reload ammunition and cast bullets from lead stock up some components
  • Build a simple green house
  • Build or buy a solar oven
  • Gain basic construction skills (volunteer if you have to)
  • Start a blog or write a book
  • Take a 15 minute or longer walk alone daily
  • Create your vision

Resources for today’s show…

Remember to comment, chime in and tell us your thoughts, this podcast is one man’s opinion, not a lecture or sermon. Also please enter our listener appreciation contest and help spread the word about our show.

You also now can call in questions or comments for the host at 866-65-THINK, (866-658-4465) please read the suggestions for calling in before you do for the best chance of getting your comments on the air.

 
icon for podpress  Episode-268- Listener Questions for 9-02-09 [44:34m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

I am finally back in the mobile studio today with a round of listener questions.  Today I answer questions about gardening, permaculture, guns, ammo, cooking, military,food storage and more ways to live the modern survival lifestyle. This is my first day back in the car so there may be a stumble or two but I think I did a good show for you today.

Tune in today to hear…

  • You should vote on “assclowns and heros” if you want your voice to be heard
  • What would I advise a young person today considering joining the military?
  • Should you plant pecan trees as a sub tree layer and should you plant them near creeks?
  • Which permaculture zone is right for melons and squash?
  • What about prepping for “vices” like beer, coffee and tobacco?
  • How do you make recipes “bug out friendly”?
  • What is up with the regional “zones” on our survival forum?
  • What do I use for my grids in my square foot garden and why?
  • Is reloading ammo worth it and is it safe?
  • If I had to recommend one 22 rifle which would it be and why?

Resources for today’s show…

Remember to comment, chime in and tell us your thoughts, this podcast is one man’s opinion, not a lecture or sermon. Also please enter our listener appreciation contest and help spread the word about our show.

You also now can call in questions or comments for the host at 866-65-THINK, (866-658-4465) please read the suggestions for calling in before you do for the best chance of getting your comments on the air.

 
icon for podpress  Episode-257- Squirrel Hunting 101 [45:56m]: Play Now | Play in Popup | Download

Time for a change up and we are going to talk about squirrel hunting.  I know what you are thinking, what exactly is there to talk about right?  The reality is a lot.  The squirrel offers a lot of things to new and seasoned hunters.

In the intro segment we name Barack Obama “assclown of the day” for failure to comprehend how a Town Hall Meeting in New England is supposed to work.  The hero of the day is John Mackey, CEO of Whole Foods for the courage to speak the truth in spite of the political leanings of his market.

Tune in today to hear me discuss…

  • What are the unique advantages offered by squirrel hunting?
  • Why is the squirrel a perfect game animal for honing hunting skills?
  • What are the three main methods of squirrel hunting?
  • Why would you bother to manage land for squirrels?
  • What are the best methods of cooking squirrels?
  • Does squirrel taste “just like chicken”?
  • How can you built a 50 cent squirrel call with out even spending the money?
  • A bit on hunting squirrels with dogs

Resources for today’s show…

Remember to comment, chime in and tell us your thoughts, this podcast is one man’s opinion, not a lecture or sermon. Also please enter our listener appreciation contest and help spread the word about our show.

You also now can call in questions or comments for the host at 866-65-THINK, (866-658-4465) please read the suggestions for calling in before you do for the best chance of getting your comments on the air.