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Episode-1671- The Very Basic “Non Advanced” Bug Out Bag

Posted on November 3, 2015 by Modern SurvivalNovember 4, 2015

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I want to do some back to basics shows, this one very basic. Many of us have bug out bags, aka BOBs. Some are very advanced and use a lot of specialized equipment. There is a place for such things. But some folks are so proud of their kitted up BOBs that when they talk about them newer folks to prepping get paralized. As in well I need special forces ration bars, a solar panel, top notch ultralight rain gear, a 500 dollar survival knife, etc, etc, etc And you know what folks, due to the quest for perfection and … Continue reading →

Episode-1098- Angery American on his Book “Going Home”

Posted on March 27, 2013 by Modern SurvivalMarch 27, 2013

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Angery – adjective – “A sarcastic, condescending, or taunting use of the word angry.” American – noun – “One who is a citizen of the United States of America” That should set the stage for our interview with Chris “Angery American” today on his new book, “Going Home”. One reviewer described this book as addictive in fact what he said was, “Imagine squatting behind a dumpster trying to melt a page of this book in a spoon so you can get your fix, yeah, it’s that addictive.” Here is a description of the story. Imagine you’re driving down the interstate, … Continue reading →

The Italian Military Has a Bad Ass Bug Out Bag – You Can Get One Too

Posted on February 28, 2011 by Modern SurvivalFebruary 28, 2011

Special Update – Old Grouch Emailed me about 24 hours after I uploaded the video. You guys must really have liked the review because he just sold out of these bags. Make sure to join his facebook page and/or mailing list and he will be announcing when more come in. I have been looking for a truly modular, high capacity, rugged, well planned, water resistant and above all comfortable to hump bag for a long time. It turns out that the Italian military has been building the perfect bag for their troops for many years now and they are now … Continue reading →

Episode-290- An Interview with John McCann

Posted on October 5, 2009 by Modern SurvivalOctober 5, 2009

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Today on The Survival Podcast I have the privilege of interviewing John McCann, owner of Survival Resources and the author of, “Build the Perfect Survival Kit”. John has appeared on the Martha Stewart Show and been published in the New York Times. John has a long history in the survival industry and you talk to him and read his work you quickly realize that he really loves what he does for a living. He has spent years in the bush out of a pure passion for the outdoors and over those years experimented with various components, configuration and construction techniques … Continue reading →

Episode-289- Bug In or Bug Out – 12 Questions to Ask

Posted on October 2, 2009 by Modern SurvivalOctober 2, 2009

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In the event of a disaster should you bug in or bug out (shelter in place or evacuate) is a big topic in many forums, email lists and among modern survivalists in general. There are times when the question is easy to answer and times when it can be difficult. The key is your life and the lives of those you love can hang in the balance of this decision so today we discuss 12 question to ask before you have to make the decision. Tune in today as we consider the following questions… Which choice gives you the best … Continue reading →

Episode-214- Survival Podcast Audience Questions 6-05-09

Posted on June 5, 2009 by Modern SurvivalJune 5, 2009

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We are continuing a series of listener questions today. Since it was done from the “mobile studio” there are no call ins or anything. These are all questions sent in by email, asked in comments, asked on the survival forum, etc. I would like to continue doing this type of show often so if you want to have a question answered send me an email to jack@thesurvivalpodcast.com with the subject line “question for Jack” Tune in to hear me answer these questions today… Are there advantages to bugging in for surburbanites? What is a cheap way to get into … Continue reading →

Episode-180- Survival Podcast Listener Calls 4-15-09

Posted on April 15, 2009 by Modern SurvivalApril 15, 2009

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Join me today as I take calls from the audience on a variety of questions. Enjoy the enhanced audio today as I will be back podcasting from the car tomorrow. Tune in to hear… What should you do with your tax return? Spend it to stimulate the economy or save it? What about emergency kits? How do you create one, what goes in them? How do you plan multiple routes out of your city and what about new features from Google maps? When and how do you plant in areas with long cold winters like Wyoming? What steps do you … Continue reading →

Episode-179- The Bug Out Bag

Posted on April 14, 2009 by Modern SurvivalApril 14, 2009

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Today’s podcast covers putting together a bug out bag (BOB), also known as the 72 hour kit or three day survival bag. In today’s show we cover things like what goes in a BOB, what type of bag is best to use, the purpose of a bug out kit and more. Today we discuss, The purpose of a 72 Hour Kit – getting to safety not spending three days at home. Ideas for food items that keep you nourished on the go and are easy to obtain The advantages of a “back pack” over a duffel bag Ideas for wet … Continue reading →

Episode-151- Finding The Time To Prep

Posted on March 2, 2009 by Modern SurvivalMarch 2, 2009

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Honestly I get a question similar to this at least once a day, “Jack, how in the world do you find the time and resources to do all of these things?”. So today I decided to discuss that subject because indeed prepping can seem over whelming at times. Tune in today to hear… You always get the things done that you see as being the most important The false sense of security from “perceived abundance” Food stored is better then money in the bank The incremental approach to food storage 1 meal a month from your preps will teach you … Continue reading →

Episode-148- Bug Out Planning and Documentation

Posted on February 25, 2009 by Modern SurvivalFebruary 25, 2009

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Today’s show covers the formalized planning and documentation process I have personally developed to handle any situation where bugging out is required. This plan is designed to keep decision making logical and get family members in touch with each other and to rally points on the way to your Bug Out Location should the ability to rally at home firt be compromised. Tune in today to hear… Planning your initiaion sequence and requirements Setting up and utilizing means of communicaiton during a bug out Know where to go – 3 locations – 3 routes and for both long distance and … Continue reading →

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