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Dave Whitinger of AllThingsPlants.com – Friday Flashbacks – Epi-79

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In this episode I was joined by Dave Whitinger is the founder of many websites, most notably DavesGarden.com and AllThingsPlants.com.  Thousands of gardeners around the world use his websites for researching gardening information. Dave is widely recognized as a leading figure in the online world of gardening. He’s the current president of his local master gardener association and lives a mostly self-reliant existence with his family on 90 acres in East Texas. He joins us today to discuss the history of Dave’s Garden and his new and dramatically improved website, All Things Plants. We will also be discussing gardening, farming, self … Continue reading →

Greg Yows of Revolution Rock and Roll – Friday Flashbacks – Epi-78

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In this episode I welcomed Greg Yows to The Survival Podcast.  Greg is a great friend to both the show and me personally.  Together we wrote “The Revolution is You” our show theme. When asked about himself Greg says, “I am a simple songwriter. The hippies in the 60s had their “protest” bards in the form of Bob Dylan, The Byrds, Janice Joplin, John Lennon, Joan Baez…the list goes on. Now, I ain’t claimin’ to have their skill. But I have just as much passion for my cause. And that cause is making sure my kids enjoy freedom from the … Continue reading →

Growing for Market with “The Greenhouse Guy”– Friday Flashbacks – Epi-77

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In this episode I was joined by Steve Kasarda who had started, built, owned and sold 3 nurseries. Now he grows for market (show theme) and manufactures greenhouses. He joined us to discuss “growing for market” without spending thousands of dollars. In this episode Steve and I went into a wide range of topics centered around greenhouse growing and turning gardening into a profitable venture. We discussed the fundamentals of greenhouse and poly tunnel use, from managing soils and plant starts to maintaining ideal grow temperatures and using supplemental heat when necessary. We also explored the steps to getting started … Continue reading →

Wood Stoves and Inserts – Friday Flashbacks – Epi-76

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In this episode I was joined by Jeff Wheatley who had over 15 years experience selling, installing, and servicing Hearth appliances (Stoves, Inserts, & Fireplaces) in 3 major fuel types: Woodburning, LP & NG Burning, and Pellet Burning. He joined us to discuss the safe install & use of wood stoves.  He also provides us with tips on how to get the best efficiency, the most heat, the least creosote, the easiest maintenance, and the safest operation from your wood stove. In this episode Jeff and I discussed several key aspects of woodstove installation and use. We kicked things off … Continue reading →

An Interview with The Berkey Guy – Friday Flashbacks – Epi-74

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In this episode I was joined by Jeff Gleason who has been a stead fast supporter of the show for more well over a decade and a half. He is of course the famous “Berkey Guy” and in this episode he joined us to discuss the role water should play in our prep planning and our daily lives. Today’s episode of Friday Flashbacks was originally published on 12-14-11 and was originally Episode-803- An Interview with The Berkey Guy. The show notes for the original episode with all relevant resources can be found here. Welcome to Friday Flashbacks, after 16 years … Continue reading →

Robb Wolf on Paleo Nutrition – Friday Flashbacks – Epi-73

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In this episode I was joined by author and fellow podcaster Rob Wolf.  We discussed paleo nutrition and the misconceptions in modern nutritional science.  We also discuss his new entry into the world of Permaculture.  Interviewing Robb was like talking to an old friend and more like having a bad ass co-host than a typical guest interview.  I loved learning from him and I loved his openness to learn more about modern agricultural problems as well. Today’s episode of Friday Flashbacks was originally published on 12-9-11 and was originally Episode-800- Robb Wolf on Paleo Nutrition and Permaculture The show notes … Continue reading →

Steven Harris on Solar Heating Systems – Friday Flashbacks – Epi-72

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In this episode Steven Harris joined me to discuss all aspects of solar heating.  The minute people hear solar they think panels for electricity.  However, the most efficient use of solar with the shortest ROI are solar heat systems.  In this episode we talk about how you can build these systems for almost no money and more. Today’s episode of Friday Flashbacks was originally published on 12-7-11 and was originally Episode-798- Steven Harris on Solar Heating Systems. The show notes for the original episode with all relevant resources can be found here. Welcome to Friday Flashbacks, after 16 years and … Continue reading →

Matthew Stein Author of When Disaster Strikes – Friday Flashbacks – Epi-71

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In this episode I was joined by Matthew Stein author of When Disaster Strikes: A Comprehensive Guide to Emergency Planning and Crisis Survival. This book has received excellent advance praise from experts on survival and disaster preparedness. Today’s episode of Friday Flashbacks was originally published on 12-2-11 and was originally Episode-795- Matthew Stein Author of When Disaster Strikes.  The show notes for the original episode with all relevant resources can be found here. Welcome to Friday Flashbacks, after 16 years and hundreds of interview shows we decided to run them as flash backs every Friday, beginning with the oldest of … Continue reading →

Paul Wheaton on Cast Iron & Rocket Mass Heat – Friday Flashbacks – Epi-68

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In this episode Paul Wheaton joined us to discuss cooking with and caring for cast iron cookware, his work to determine the effectiveness of CFS (or lack there of) and building and utilizing rocket mass heaters. Today’s episode of Friday Flashbacks was originally published on 11-17-11 and was originally Episode-787- Paul Wheaton on Cast Iron Cooking, CFLs and Rocket Mass Heating The show notes for the original episode with all relevant resources can be found here. Welcome to Friday Flashbacks, after 16 years and hundreds of interview shows we decided to run them as flash backs every Friday, beginning with … Continue reading →

Fernando Aguirre on Economic Collapse – Friday Flashbacks – Epi-66

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In this episode from 2011 I was joined by Fernando “FerFAL” Aguirre who at the time was living in Buenos Aires, Argentina, with his wife and two children. He started writing about urban survivalism after experiencing first hand the socioeconomic collapse of his country in 2001. The everyday experience of living in Argentina after the collapse provides Fernando a wealth of experience that he shares with his readers through his blog and book. Fernando is the author of “Surviving the Economic Collapse” which has been a Emergency and Disaster best seller since its release in 2009.  He brings a voice … Continue reading →