Monthly Archives: December 2009

Episode-338- Global Economics and Food Shortages

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Today it is time for a change up.  We are going to look at 8 news stories some here in the US and others around the world and see what they tell us about what we can expect to see in coming years. Tune in today as we discuss… Excessive Inflation in China – Story Link Unemployment benefits extension buried in a “defense spending bill” – Story Link Federal Government backdoors billions in tax breaks to CITI Bank in return for TARP repayment- Story Link The Federal Government can now break up a bank for being to big to fail- … Continue reading →

Episode-337- Individual Sovereignty and Defining Liberty

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This is a deep topic today but it is absolutely critical to modern survival living.  If you are preparing to deal with out systems of support you must first remove the fear of their loss.  Modern survivalists act in power, not in fear.  We prepare in order to abolish fear, not to appease it. Join me today as we discuss.. What do you fear loosing Why do you fear its’ loss How can your remove your dependence on support systems Why are societies built upon dependence on their governments What is a peaceful revolution What is liberty (this is more … Continue reading →

Episode-336- Listener Questions and Feedback for 12-14-09

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Today we answer some listener questions on subjects like home defense shotguns, getting started with hunting, back up heating options, green house construction, water filtration and more. Join Us Today as we Discuss… Ron Hood is about to release “Survival.com Magazine“ New book coming from James T. Stevens that I will be a co author for The bridge to Prince Edward Island is closed for 48 hours, grocery stores run lean on food How do you get started hunting with out a teacher close by and with out spending a fortune on guided hunts What options are there for back … Continue reading →

Episode-335- The Illusion of Freedom

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We often talk about what to do if the shit hits the fan.  We also tend to acknowledge that at personal and regional levels the shit does in fact hit the fan on a daily basis for many people.  However, I submit to you that the shit hit the fan for the American way of life long ago and has been flying off the blades for more then a century now. Join me today as we discuss… The old concepts of slavery and indentured servitude What was a company store, do we still have them today Is the feudal system … Continue reading →

Episode-334- Listener Feedback and Emails for 12-10-09

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I am once again in the home studio today and decided to go into some of your more detailed emails that simply can’t be read on the road.   Today we discuss economics, politics, debt, generators, changes people are making in their lives and more. Tune in to hear… Tips on storing medications and antibiotics from a pharmacist How to choose the right generator for your home One of my “hate mail” emails I get often (for the ironic humor and to let opposing views be heard) What is the Appleseed Project and why you should get involved Thoughts on fire … Continue reading →

Episode-333- Listener Feeback 12-09-09

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Today we take some questions and comments that would have been impossible to read on the road because I am at home rather then in the mobile studio.  We have questions and comments on guns, shotguns, debt, building an AR15, dealing with the IRS, aquaponics, reloading 22 long rifle. Tune in today as we  discuss… Can you negotiate with the IRS to reduce your debt How to not give a damn if you loose your job Choosing the perfect scope for a 22 rifle Is there a hand held GPS that works in cold temperatures, (help me out on this … Continue reading →

Episode-332- Seven Bad Pieces of Financial Advice

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Join me today as we discuss 7 pieces of career, lifestyle and financial advice that most people simply assume is good advice because “everybody says so”.  Much of this advice isn’t exactly wrong, it just doesn’t work in the one size fits all way it is handed out by the semi informed and countless marketing efforts. Join in today as we discuss advice such as… Due to inflation and wage increases debtors do better then savers Wealthy people lease cars instead of buying them, you should too Going to college is for everyone and guarantees better earnings then not going … Continue reading →

Episode-331- Listener Questions for 12-07-09

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Today we do another round of listener questions.  We have great questions today bout currency devaluation, consumer credit, edible container plantings, the 280 Remington, lead in drinking water and more. Tune in today as we discuss… Why does Cap and Trade Suck even if you believe in CO2 based climate change If you don’t need credit cards what about insurance companies that factor FICO scores into rates Can you filter and reuse old motor oil, does it ever “break down” or just get dirty Where can you get parts for an old gun How do you get rid of surface … Continue reading →

Episode-330- Starting Running and Growing a Business

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Big time shifting in gears today folks.  I think if you want security and you want to have a better life that a business of your own is a great way to make that happen.  There are rules to business though, Join me today as we discuss a few of them such as Find your why first Follow your passion Use your way and passion to find your what In the middle of a recession a guy will buy a 800 dollar surf board and then turn off extra lights to save money Do NOT pay attention to what other … Continue reading →

Episode-329- My Predictions from Oct 2008

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On Oct. 30th, 2008 I did a show called 9 Predictions for 2008-2011, today we take a look at those predictions and where I got it right, were I got it wrong and even honestly where it looks like I was right but wasn’t totally right. Tune in today as we discuss The results of the 08 elections Stimulus Two The proposed assault weapons ban The fairness doctrine Depressions and False Recoveries Violent Crime The Afghan War The Iraq War The Unemployment Rate Resources for today’s show… Members Support Brigade TSP Gear Shop Join Our Forum MURS Radio – (sponsor … Continue reading →