Monthly Archives: February 2010

Episode-377- The Why Behind Concealed Carry

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I think a lot of people have misconceptions (both positive and negative) about concealed carry.   It is a bit more limited then many seem to believe in some situations.  Additionally it is far safer than many who are opposed to carrying believe. I am also running a discount special on the Members Support Brigade from now until midnight Feb. 14th 2010.  For Details Click Here Join me today as we discuss… The origins of the 2nd Amendment The real story of the how and why of the Bill of Rights they don’t teach in schools If you need to exercise … Continue reading →

Episode-376- Underrated TEOTWAWKI Skills from the Audience

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Today’s show is a follow up on Episode 371 that I did about 10 skills I felt were underrated in a big SHTF scenario.  Well you guys chimed in with a lot of great additional skills so today’s show is all about your ideas for more underrated skills. I am also running a discount special on the Members Support Brigade from now until midnight Feb. 14th 2010.  For Details Click Here Tune in today as we discuss skills like… Herbal Medicine Acupuncture and Massage for healing use Leadership and motivation First aid and medical care in general Fire prevention Plumbing … Continue reading →

Episode-375- The Common Factors of Three Different Disasters

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Today we examine the commonalities of three very different disasters.   Today we look at a potential major solar storm with a huge coronal mass ejection, a massive ice storm and a global pandemic.  While these disasters seem quite different their impacts are very similar only duration is a major variable.  Last for today we end with a thought, “is the zombie apocalypse already here?”, I say yes it is.  Tune in to find out what I mean and see if you agree. Tune in today as we examine… Why is a solar storm a big threat What have scientists learned … Continue reading →

Episode-374- Time to Plan the Spring Garden

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We have looked at some dark subjects lately, we will look at more soon but let’s put a positive subject in today that focuses more on what we can do rather than why we need to do it.  It is early Feburary, much of the nation is frozen solid, this may not sound like time to get going with a garden but indeed in most places you may already be late with some seed starting. Tune in today as we discuss… Starting seeds vs. buying plants What can you grow now in many (not all places) Why you need a … Continue reading →

Episode-373- News Events from Listeners

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Rather than a typical listener question show today I decided to bring together 5 news events that were sent in by various listeners.  The first one is not that obvious as to why it applies to the other four but I bring them all together at the end.  We also bring in a recent 5 minute speech from Congressmen Ron Paul today. Join me today as we discuss… Azle Texas is out of water due to a single line breaking and needs help from 15 cities to fix it. – (Link to the source story) Social Security and Medicare are … Continue reading →

Episode-372- CSAs and Modern Survival Philosophy

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Today we talk about CSAs, (community supported agriculture) and how they apply to modern survival living.  We will look at both aspects of the CSA today, meaning purchasing from local CSA growers or actually becoming a CSA grower as a business model. Join me today as we discuss… What exactly is a CSA and how does it work Are CSAs limited to fruits and vegetables How does the CSA concept rank with the first tenet of modern survival philosophy Combining Permaculture with the CSA Model The Greenhouse Based CSA Model Combining Aquaponics with the CSA Model Why buying local matters … Continue reading →

Episode-371- 10 Under Rated Post TEOTWAWKI Skills

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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 … Continue reading →

Episode-370- Situational Awareness vs Normalcy Bias

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Today we are going to discuss two mental states.  Situational awareness is a highly desirable state that leads to fast and effective decision making.  In spite of that many people pay little mind to being situationally aware.   Conversely normalcy bias is almost the complete opposite of situational awareness and often leads people to delay important decisions including taking not action at all even in situations that are clearly life threatening. Join me today as we discuss… What is situational awareness What is normalcy bias How can you improve your awareness Why is it a “survival topic” How do these … Continue reading →

Episode-369- The Cancer and Slavery of Debt

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Today we back up and take a deeper look at the topic of debt and how it both destroys lives in good times and bad.  Debt is a cancer that is destroying America.  We have been sold a false dream, a false dream that robs the true dream of America’s legacy of freedom. Join me today as we discuss… The basic rules of survival The false dream of debt vs the real dream that is America Why debt really is cancer and why it will make you act in fear How debt leads to bigger government Why financial management and … Continue reading →

Episode- 368- Listener Feedback for 2-1-10

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Today on the first day of a new month and a new week we do our regular listener feedback show.  I have a huge back log of questions and comments so I may have to do a few of these this and next week just to catch up.  That said keep your questions, comments and suggestions coming. Join me today to discuss… Why I on occasion use words considered profane on the air (see my disclaimer here) Advice on choosing a rifle between at Remington, Savage and a Marlin Real estate rental properties as an investment What do you do … Continue reading →