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Tomas
11 years ago

I reckon that one fighting Aids, Cancer, or Diabetes must be one of those crazy wacko Survivalist as well. Damn them for wanting to live, love, and contribute to their families and society. Opposite Survivalism is stagnation, decay, and death. Keep it up Jack.

The New Mike
The New Mike
11 years ago

Jack,
No questions asked I would like to watch a Jack Spirko how to start a fire video. I’ve heard you say this a few times now, and each time go… “I want to hear his technique”. The wife and I use a weber grill and use pine straw/sticks/logs (with a lighter) to do all our barbequing, and while we are getting better at it, I’m sure there are better techniques than what we’re doing. We tried a flint and steel (one handed version) and couldn’t get a damn thing to start.

Shannon
Shannon
11 years ago

How far are yall below your yearly average in rainfall?
Down in Houston we are at our normal average of 25 inches for this time of year with the next 3 months being our heaviest rainfall in normal years, if we don’t have a hurricane or tropical storm we should hit 60-70 inches without a problem, it’s been a normal year here all the lakes are close to full and fishing is great.

Have a safe trip home!
Shannon

Jake
Jake
11 years ago

Best. Episode. Ever.

BarnGeek
11 years ago

Dynamite show Jack!

Andrew
Andrew
11 years ago

Sorry to be off subject, but today is the 15th…deadline for the internship…any updates/word on the internship posted here on the blog last month? Anyone who applied was prepared to uproot and head to texas in two weeks, if one has been already chosen I’d like to know so that I can move forward and not keep those months in “suspension” on my calendar. Thanks!

Andrew
Andrew
11 years ago

Thanks for the update Jack…very lucky guy/gal! Congrats to the chosen.

Jon
Jon
11 years ago

I was just listening to episode 457 – putting your household in order. After listening to the current episode it was like Jack was beating some things into me that i have been putting off! Thanks buddy, Ill get right on it.

CTyler7
CTyler7
11 years ago

Thanks a lot Jack! In the last few weeks I’ve been thinking about how various forces have tried to repurpose the term “survivalist” into a slur with such negative connotations. Hearing your input has helped me identify the how and why.

Now I can define and defend the term in a more logical and effective manner.

Candy
Candy
11 years ago

Re: Episode 1166
Awesome conclusion, inspirational . It struck me funny that for a person who has never read Atlas Shrugged, you did an incredible job of summarizing Galt’s speech without even knowing it.
Great show as usual. Thanks

Edheler
11 years ago

@41:56 you say, “hit with catechism.” I had a fleeting image of the apocalypse being flying nuns converging on my position. I can somehow hear their voices and see their rulers. Good episode, thanks for the unintentional humor.

Barb
Barb
11 years ago
Reply to  Edheler

I had the same image in my head…. I think that was probably the best “misuse” of a word EVER.

Urbivalist Dan
11 years ago

+1 to Jake’s “Best. Episode. Ever.” So many dynamite moments.

“I have not become Tony Robbins.”
“Your granny woulda slapped you upside the head!”

Shared this every place I could. This episode sparked a couple thoughts–will be sending you a PM.

sirlordbaltimore
sirlordbaltimore
11 years ago

Great show today Jack!!! The subject of mental health and victimhood was a very interesting one. Got me really thinking about the state of our current culture and society. I see an increased need for mental health professionals of the non Pfizer persuasion in the future. I wonder if there are any “prepper friendly” therapists you could have on the show….just a thought. I’ll definitely be sharing this show with those that are close to me.

Bob
Bob
11 years ago

Jack this episode hit me like a brick. Help me out here – I’m 42 and have been working consistently since I was 15 at jobs I don’t like. I am that guy who, if challenged, could not figure out how to be happy myself without happiness being contingent upon somehow serving others. Any tips on how to figure this out? I’ve been pondering this for a few days and came up with nothing.

Jake
Jake
11 years ago
Reply to  Bob

I’m going to start doing that challenge… just letting it flow…

Bob
Bob
11 years ago

Thanks Jack. I’ll give it try.

Jake
Jake
11 years ago

Can we get more of these “therapy” shows 😀 I love them. My biggest problem is success guilt and seeing the world as a zero sum game.

Brooke
Brooke
11 years ago

I freaking loved this episode of the podcast! I love all your permaculture podcasts, but this episode has to be one of my favorites. You explain the mentality I have so well and you validate so much of my thinking. But I learned some lessons while I was listening as well. I am so grateful for you and your show. Keep ’em coming 🙂

Joe n TN
Joe n TN
11 years ago

Jack Spirko is back! Modern Survivalism is one of the most common sense, helpful mindsets, ideas, way of life, etc… that I have heard of in my adult life.

Thanks for getting back to basics of what you made you, the Jack Spriko we know.

Joe

Mike
Mike
11 years ago

One of the best podcasts Jack has ever done. Awesome!

Ronnie in Iowa
Ronnie in Iowa
11 years ago

Really needed this one. It seems like for every step forward I take, something happens to knock me ten steps back. I must remember to continually take that one step forward no matter what. Everything I have learned from TSP has been put to use in one way or another and often times folks say ” go ask Ronnie, I’ll bet she knows” and generally I do or I tell them to give me a minute and I’ll have their answers. Your knowledge is OUR power.

All we can do is the best we can do and no matter what, even a little can be a lot when times get rough. I may never reach the level of preparedness I would love to be at but I’ll never stop trying no matter what obstacles get in my way.

lisapaintergirl
lisapaintergirl
11 years ago

yes- Excellent episode!

Gus
Gus
11 years ago

Excellent episode Jack! I have been storing water for years in plastic soda bottles and Arizona Tea jugs. Some are 4 years old now and I use them for watering my houseplants when they get that old then clean refill and re date. Probably 80+ gallons in these alone not including the ag tote(for the garden) filled with rainwater in the back yard. Thanks for all you do.