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Today we discuss using hydroponics to produce fresh greens and herbs all winter long with small scale indoor systems. In this episode we explain how anyone can build such a system for 100-200 dollar that will pay for itself 2x or more in a single season. Join Me Today to Discuss… Why hydroponics, why not aquaponics or soil based systems Incredibly efficient for indoor growing Aquaponics is far more complex and more difficult to do indoors Hydro done right is incredibly cheap and ideal for growing greens and starting plants Far less likely to experience clogs – hence overflows – … Continue reading →

Today’s episode of Friday Flashbacks was originally Episode-266- Eric Shelton from the Handgun Podcast Joins Us and was originally recorded on 8-27-09. The show notes for the original episode with all relevant resources can be found here. Welcome to Friday Flashbacks, after 15 years and hundreds of interview shows we decided to run them as flash backs ever Friday, beginning with the oldest of them going forward. There is a tremendous library of wisdom in all the great interviews we have done over the years. So sit back and enjoy, whether this is your first or second time around with … Continue reading →

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on foreign aid, the road to tyranny, invasive species, beavers, permaculture, trucks, supplements, homestead side hustles and more. Make sure if you submit content for an expert council show you do the following…. Email it to me at jack @ thesurvivalpodcast.com Put TSPC Expert in the subject line Ask you question and state the expert you have the question for in one coherent sentence Hit the return key a few times and then give all the details you think are necessary ` Following that procedure makes it about 100X … Continue reading →

Today, Jennie D. (AKA Blue Lotus) joins us to delve into the world of guerrilla gardening and its role in enhancing community spaces. Jennie and her group are champions of the belief that “plants don’t need permission and neither do you,” a credo that fuels their mission. Tune in to discover the intriguing intersection of proactive anarchism and permaculture through their stories. Jennie D. is a dynamic figure, blending her talents as an artist, activist, and avid gardener into impactful community initiatives. She manages a front yard community garden that doubles as a trade stand, fostering a local exchange of … Continue reading →

Today I am joined by both John Willis and Nicole Sauce to break down a variety of current events, discuss homesteading, prepping, real world events and more. Join us for a fun discussion where you just never know what is going to happen. Join the Three of Us Today as we Discuss a Variety of Stuff Including but Not Limited To… AARs of the Self Reliance Festival and TSP-23 Medical prepping Meat chickens Building business and social media presense Relocation of the feral chickens Thoughts on genetic line breeding with livestock Getting water to livestock in freezing weather Storing water … Continue reading →

Today is an episode of TSP Rewind, commercial free versions of past podcast episodes. Today’s episode was originally Episode-2171- The Hunter Gatherer Homestead & was originally first published on Feb. 27, 2018. The notes below are the original notes from that episode. So today we will talk a bit about foraging and hunting and where they fit into all this but that is not the main topic. I am talking hunting and gathering like behavior on your own homestead be it 1000 acres or 1000 square feet. The term hunter/gather is tossed around a lot but we seldom look at … Continue reading →

Today’s episode of Friday Flashbacks was originally Episode-265- An Interview with Johnny Maxx and The Queen and was originally recorded on 8-26-09. The show notes for the original episode with all relevant resources can be found here. Welcome to Friday Flashbacks, after 15 years and hundreds of interview shows we decided to run them as flash backs ever Friday, beginning with the oldest of them going forward. There is a tremendous library of wisdom in all the great interviews we have done over the years. So sit back and enjoy, whether this is your first or second time around with … Continue reading →

Today is an episode of TSP Rewind, commercial free versions of past podcast episodes. Today’s episode was originally Episode-1957- The Beginners Guide to Growing Food & was originally first published on Feb. 23, 2017. The notes below are the original notes from that episode. I have done some really advanced stuff with agriculture and permaculture over the years but I realized it has been a long time since I have done something totally devoted to a true beginner. The person looking at a patch of ground and a back porch and just wanting a garden and some of their own … Continue reading →

Today is an episode of TSP Rewind, commercial free versions of past podcast episodes. Today’s episode was originally Episode-1737- 10 Businesses You Could Start with Very Small Investments & was originally first published on Feb. 23, 2016. The notes below are the original notes from that episode. I hear from people all the time how they want to start a business. Many times the reason they don’t is they are being to complex rather than just getting shit done. They start off trying to launch a business that looks like it is 5 years old and successful on day one. … Continue reading →

Today is an episode of TSP Rewind, commercial free versions of past podcast episodes. Today’s episode was originally Episode-1527- Grafting, Root Stocks and Tree Propagation & was originally first published on Feb. 26, 2015. The notes below are the original notes from that episode. Recently I did a show with Kevin Hauser about apples and we discussed that he did all his propagation with “bench grafts” and always uses “M111 Rootstock” which basically caused a listener to say, WHAT DOES ALL THAT MEAN? Point taken! Sometimes when you know a subject well you just assume people know what you are … Continue reading →

Today is an episode of TSP Rewind, commercial free versions of past podcast episodes. Today’s episode was originally Episode-1304- Using Permaculture Principles to Analyze a Business & was originally first published on Feb. 18, 2014. The notes below are the original notes from that episode. Today’s show may not sound very “survivaly” but frankly one of the biggest common disasters is actually some sort of personal financial failure. Many times this eventually is traced back to a business failing. Your boss has his business decline and cuts your salary or lays you off. Or your own business flounders and you … Continue reading →

Today’s episode of Friday Flashbacks was originally Episode-263- An Interview with Matt Hundley aka Trioxin and was originally recorded on 8-24-09. The show notes for the original episode with all relevant resources can be found here. Welcome to Friday Flashbacks, after 15 years and hundreds of interview shows we decided to run them as flash backs ever Friday, beginning with the oldest of them going forward. There is a tremendous library of wisdom in all the great interviews we have done over the years. So sit back and enjoy, whether this is your first or second time around with todays … Continue reading →

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on foreign aid, Narcan, solar power, buying bulk beef, the Federal Reserve, hard cider making, knife maintenance, investing, emergency heat and more. Make sure if you submit content for an expert council show you do the following…. Email it to me at jack @ thesurvivalpodcast.com Put TSPC Expert in the subject line Ask you question and state the expert you have the question for in one coherent sentence Hit the return key a few times and then give all the details you think are necessary ` Following that procedure … Continue reading →

Today we welcome J. Carmichael to the show. J. is a singer songwriter in the alt-country/rock genre who has been writing about love, family, God and the decline of the American republic since 2009. He has released multiple independent albums and EPs, toured and opened for a number of larger independent bands and produced other projects for independent artists. After releasing his last full length album Poison in the Wires in 2012 and his first child arriving, he took some time away from the music industry to go get an “adult job”. Some of this decision was in large part … Continue reading →

During my panel session in Camden at the Self Reliance Festival, a question was asked that I was absolutely not expecting. A young woman, who was very emotional, asked, “But what if you can’t leave the city?” I listened to her intently, realizing very quickly that the reality was not that her family could not leave; rather, at this point in their lives, they simply didn’t want to. The bigger issue was her emotion; clearly, this was painful for her. They were a young couple, into gardening, had kiddos, but they were working with lower-income people, trying to make the … Continue reading →

Today is an episode of TSP Rewind, commercial free versions of past podcast episodes. Today’s episode was originally Episode-1069- Unusual and Everyday Plants for Food Hedges & was originally first published on Feb. 12, 2013. The notes below are the original notes from that episode. Hedge laying is an ancient practice and at one time many “productive plants” were part of the plant. Sometimes this was done with fruit tree grafted together, hazelnuts or even old cottage roses that provided thorns and huge hips as a crop. Other times the “productivity” took on a different bent like using willow and … Continue reading →

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on foreign policy, inflation, statin drugs, freezers, road trips, winter garden bed prep, solar power, raising fish and more. Make sure if you submit content for an expert council show you do the following…. Email it to me at jack @ thesurvivalpodcast.com Put TSPC Expert in the subject line Ask you question and state the expert you have the question for in one coherent sentence Hit the return key a few times and then give all the details you think are necessary ` Following that procedure makes it about … Continue reading →

Today with our special guest “Kenny G” we discuss the dark side of the justice system and why you should have fear of being arrested even if you are a “law abiding citizen”. What you hear in this episode will shock you and could save you from a lot of misery. Today we discuss the intricacies and uncertainties that come with encounters with law enforcement. We delve into the pressing concerns many have about the possibility of being arrested and the misconceptions surrounding the idea that a simple explanation or showing evidence on the spot can prevent detainment. Our conversation … Continue reading →

Today’s episode was inspired by Toolman Tim’s presentation at Self Reliance Festival. I realized it has been a long time since we talked about this. So tune in today and we will absolutely nuke the poverty mindset out of your life. In our journey today, we’ll dissect the many layers that contribute to this limiting belief system. From societal pressures to personal experiences, the poverty mindset can be a silent saboteur in our lives. It’s not just about money; it’s about how we perceive value, worth, and potential in ourselves and in the world around us. Furthermore, we’ll share actionable … Continue reading →

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on irrigation, cysts, animal medications, Alzheimer’s, planting trees, generators, hunting and more. Make sure if you submit content for an expert council show you do the following…. Email it to me at jack @ thesurvivalpodcast.com Put TSPC Expert in the subject line Ask you question and state the expert you have the question for in one coherent sentence Hit the return key a few times and then give all the details you think are necessary ` Following that procedure makes it about 100X more likely your question will get … Continue reading →

Today we are going to do a back to basics show. Simple stuff that we all need reminding about day to day in order to stay sharp. This is also the exact type of information to give to people new to prepping, especially the totally unprepared that “don’t get it”. We all have fiends like that right? So many people seem to believe you are either some sort of “extreme doomsday prepper” or you are just normal. I say that the way most people not normal. I am talking about adults here and adults should be first and foremost responsible. … Continue reading →

Today I will cover a variety of your questions and comments. Many were sent to me via email, if you do that for a future show remember to always put TSPC in the subject line, ask your question or make your point in one clear sentence then hit return a few times and give me your details for the best chance to get on air. I also picked up some of this from various comments on social media, my YouTube videos, etc. Today we discuss the Israel – Hamas war, recession, poultry waste, aquatics, fact checking, lever guns, azolla and … Continue reading →

Today is an episode of TSP Rewind, commercial free versions of past podcast episodes. Today’s episode was originally Episode-2669- 12 Really Cool Plants Inspired by Joseph Simcox & was originally first published on May, 28th, 2020. The notes below are the original notes from that episode. Joseph Simcox was awesome on yesterday’s show and after talking to him I looked up more of his stuff. I found this amazing 3 part garden tour on YouTube and listened to all of it and selected 12 plants inspired by it for today’s show. This stuff is right up my alley and I … Continue reading →

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on government, tools, straw bale housing, pasture management, swales, technology, flashlights and more. Make sure if you submit content for an expert council show you do the following…. Email it to me at jack @ thesurvivalpodcast.com Put TSPC Expert in the subject line Ask you question and state the expert you have the question for in one coherent sentence Hit the return key a few times and then give all the details you think are necessary ` Following that procedure makes it about 100X more likely your question will … Continue reading →

Tiffany Baxter is the owner and operator of Oklahoma’s first fully mobile butcher shop for beef, pork, lamb, & goat- Backyard Butchery, which opened just April of last year. She has a fully equipped 36′ trailer for processing. This allows Tiffany to pull up on your site, slaughter & process your live stock. They professionally package it for your freezer. Today she joins us to discuss how she built her business from the ground up. Tiffany also owns and operates Freeland Farms since 2014. Freeland Farms’ focus is in live honey bee removals & relocations, honey bee pollination, pastured GOS … Continue reading →

It is that time of year when things really start to change. In a lot of the country we still have summer heat but it is fading, the days are shorter, the nights longer and we all know the last quarter of the year tends to fly by in a bit of a blur. We go from kids trick or treating to turkey dinner to Christmas music in what feel more like weeks then months. Gardens are transitioned for winter or put to bed until spring, live stock has new needs, sometimes some culling. We tend to focus on projects … Continue reading →

If you honestly look at all the major decisions made in the past 10 years by our government and oligarchy, you can only logically conclude we are hell bent on our own destruction. On some levels all we can do is brace for impact and watch as these idiots head for the cliff. Today we will talk about a 20 dollar minimum wage for burger flipping in California, Musk’s trip to the border and the reaction of the left to it, our privileged nursing home known as “congress” and more. Join Me Today to Discuss… 20 bucks to flip burgers … Continue reading →

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on government, technocracy, lyme disease, generators, medical prepping, knives, retirement investing, meat cutting & curing and more. Make sure if you submit content for an expert council show you do the following…. Email it to me at jack @ thesurvivalpodcast.com Put TSPC Expert in the subject line Ask you question and state the expert you have the question for in one coherent sentence Hit the return key a few times and then give all the details you think are necessary ` Following that procedure makes it about 100X more … Continue reading →

Patrick MacKnight found himself at a crossroads in life, a choice between Biomedical Research and Ball Python Breeding. In the end, he came down on following his passion, monetizing a hobby, and turning it into a career. MacKnight has a Ph.D. in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology, but he diverged from the conventional path, captivated by the world of ball pythons. His scientific background has been instrumental in his reputable breeding approach, blending traditional techniques with innovative, science-backed methods. Recently joining forces with Capital Reptiles and Andre Kosovych, they aim to elevate the industry, showcasing that passion and profession can intertwine, … Continue reading →

Today I will cover a variety of your questions and comments. Many were sent to me via email, if you do that for a future show remember to always put TSPC in the subject line, ask your question or make your point in one clear sentence then hit return a few times and give me your details for the best chance to get on air. I also picked up some of this from various comments on social media, my YouTube videos, etc. Today we discuss biochar, back yard livestock, bankrupt cities, BRICS, cooking meat, batteries on the cheap, fishing, colleges … Continue reading →

Let me pose a question to you: do you genuinely believe that future generations will experience anything close to the freedoms we still enjoy today? Can you envision the liberties children had in, say, 1985, ever being reinstated? Have you pondered the gradual erosion of freedom in our nation? I’m referring to a time long, long ago. It was once said of the Native Americans, before the founding of our nation, that “never have there ever been a people who were so free.” While this holds some truth, it isn’t entirely accurate, as various peoples have experienced such freedom at … Continue reading →

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on government, CoVid, public speaking, wood heat, composting, the 4th turning, diesel generators, meat cutting and more. Make sure if you submit content for an expert council show you do the following…. Email it to me at jack @ thesurvivalpodcast.com Put TSPC Expert in the subject line Ask you question and state the expert you have the question for in one coherent sentence Hit the return key a few times and then give all the details you think are necessary Following that procedure makes it about 100X more likely … Continue reading →

Don’t worry I am not going anywhere. When ever I do announce an episode like this one I get emails and DM’s that are like “dude is everything okay”. Look guys and gals, I am old but not that old. We have been here 15 years and I plan to be around at least 15 more, barring any run away gravel trucks or something like that, old timers will get the joke. That said there will be some significant changes announced today so you don’t want to miss this one. Overall though it will be more like a “State of … Continue reading →

Today we discuss the incredible benefits of a carnivore diet! Learn how TD and his son Matt slashed waste by 75% and turned their homestead cash flow positive, all while improving their family’s health. Join us to uncover the secrets to their success! Almost 10 years ago, their family uprooted from the North East and left everything they knew about life behind them. They walked to freedom. The move was necessary if they wanted to provide a better quality of life for their children. They desired to teach them about the “real” things in life: food, family, farming, and a … Continue reading →

Folks we are in bad shape in so many ways, the POTUS is honestly totally lost in what is left of his mind and half of us will still vote for him, the economy is on life support, the elite want WWIII and most of the people in our country have no idea what is going on or how we got here in the first place. What can be done? You damn sure can’t vote it away, so you had better prepare for the worst and hope for the best. In this situation though the best isn’t that great. Winter … Continue reading →

Today, I discuss some current events and answer a huge variety of questions from the audience. We will discuss “Governor Karen’s” latest attempt to take away rights in New Mexico, some gardening questions, the EPA attacking Berkey and more. If you want to submit content or questions for a show like today’s the best thing to do is send an email about your topic or question to jack at thesurvivalpodcast.com with TSPC in the subject line. Ask your question up front in one sentence or do the same with your point. Then provide any additional details, references, links, etc. after … Continue reading →

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on liberty, foreign policy blow back, diet, medical scans, permaculture, solar power, emergencies in the back country, hydroponics and more. Make sure if you submit content for an expert council show you do the following…. Email it to me at jack @ thesurvivalpodcast.com Put TSPC Expert in the subject line Ask you question and state the expert you have the question for in one coherent sentence Hit the return key a few times and then give all the details you think are necessary Following that procedure makes it about … Continue reading →

When the phrase “economic collapse” pops up, I often find myself saying, “no, that’s not going to happen.” Well, not the way many envision it, at least. The real deal is that the collapse is already here. It’s a slow burn, affecting us with both constant and sudden hardships. So, instead of getting ready for TEOTWAWKI (the end of the world as we know it), it might be better to prep for TEOYWAYKI (the end of your world as you know it). As is often the case when I try to break this down, there are folks who take it … Continue reading →

Kyle Perreault wears many hats: he is the owner and operator of “The Bodyshop 603,” a custom exempt butcher shop nestled in Effingham, NH, and a veteran with 13 years of experience in the meat industry. Recently, he has also stepped into the role of a content creator, sharing his expertise with a broader audience through his YouTube channel. While new to the content creation sphere, Kyle has wasted no time in using his channel as a platform to educate others. His videos offer a treasure trove of knowledge, covering a wide spectrum from the slaughtering and breaking down of … Continue reading →

A few weeks ago I did and episode of the podcast called Butcher Your Budget with DIY Meat Cutting – Epi-3366. It was a big hit with you guys so I wanted to expand on this concept. Last time we focused on three underrated beef sub primals. Today we will move more into the world of chicken, pork, curing meats and other hacks to eat like a king on a peasant’s budget. Join Me Today to Discuss… My goal is to…. Remove any fear about working with meat Help you eat for 25-70% of the cost just by doing a … Continue reading →

In this listener feedback episode I answer a variety of recent questions and feedback that you guys have sent me by email, social media, YouTube comments, etc. Today TSP-23, where were you on 9-11-01, NM Governor violates the 2nd amendment with a B.S. claim about public health, grow lights, indoor growing, built to rent neighborhoods, meat glue, curing meats and more. If you want to submit content or questions for a show like today’s the best thing to do is send an email about your topic or question to jack at thesurvivalpodcast.com with TSPC in the subject line. Ask your … Continue reading →

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on liberty, covid mandate blowback, diet, science, coffee roasting, investing, vibrio flesh eating bacteria and more. Make sure if you submit content for an expert council show you do the following…. Email it to me at jack @ thesurvivalpodcast.com Put TSPC Expert in the subject line Ask you question and state the expert you have the question for in one coherent sentence Hit the return key a few times and then give all the details you think are necessary Following that procedure makes it about 100X more likely your … Continue reading →

Today we look directly into the face of undeniable facts. The American populace has been conditioned over generations to struggle with making rational and logical decisions. This is not a matter of opinion, but a reality we grapple with daily. Let’s delve into the core factors that have contributed to this phenomenon: The State/Education System From a young age, individuals are ushered into an education system that encourages rote learning rather than critical thinking. The emphasis is on memorizing and regurgitating information, leaving little room for students to forge their own paths in understanding and interpreting the world around them. … Continue reading →

In the realm of weather, we often hear the age-old adage, “it’s not the heat, it’s the humidity.” This saying, while rooted in some truth, can sometimes feel oversimplified. Indeed, a sweltering 90 degrees with high humidity might feel more oppressive than 95 degrees with low humidity. However, the reality is that both heat and humidity, individually or combined, can be perilous. They combine to create conditions that can lead to severe health risks, such as heat strokes. Drawing a parallel to our economic landscape, the dynamics of inflation and interest rates mirror the heat and humidity analogy. Individually, they … Continue reading →

Homesteading is a dream for many and indeed a dream many make come true. The other side is for every happy homesteader there is an unhappy one. People who may be even enjoy the day to day stuff but when problems come they ask themselves if it is all worth it. Or when you want to go on vacation but need a dog sitter, sheep herder, pig manager, chicken care giver, garden over seer etc. all in one. Sometimes you just feel like, do I really want to do all this. There is an alternative and for many it just … Continue reading →

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on liberty, covid vaccines, eating fish, diet, invasive worms, the fall of empire, butchering, mud slides, economics foreign policy and more. Make sure if you submit content for an expert council show you do the following…. Email it to me at jack @ thesurvivalpodcast.com Put TSPC Expert in the subject line Ask you question and state the expert you have the question for in one coherent sentence Hit the return key a few times and then give all the details you think are necessary Following that procedure makes it … Continue reading →

Have you ever thought about how much you could save by mastering one simple skill? Dive into this episode and discover a game-changing hack that could boost your savings by hundreds, if not thousands, annually. Butchery might sound daunting, but it’s easier than you think! Join us as we unravel the art of meat cutting, from sourcing the best primals to unveiling those secret butcher cuts you won’t find elsewhere. This show will equip you with the right tools and techniques to turn primals into premium steaks and chops. Ready to beef up your savings? I’ll tell you about some … Continue reading →

Miles Lagoze who is a former USMC videographer joins us today to discuss his critically acclaimed 2018 documentary entitled Combat Obscura which gave an unprecedented look at what combat really looks like. We will also discuss his soon to be released book, “Whistles from the Graveyard: My Time Behind the Camera on War, Rage, and Restless Youth in Afghanistan”. This interview will be raw and gritty and give you a real look at what combat is actually like. Not just the combat itself but what it is like for the men who fight the war in their down time, the … Continue reading →

Evan Dixon owns and operates Radio Made Easy, which exists to empower the common man to use radios effectively and solve real communication challenges in everyday life. He provides turn key radio packages that get you up and running, out of the box, with no headaches. He also offers consultations, installations, and training. He is a freedom-loving American who has presented on Off-Grid Communications at Self Reliance Festival, Farm Where You Live Fair, and many other smaller Homesteading and Preparedness groups. He has recently launched collaborations with Special Operations Equipment and Wranglerstar to get radios into the hands of people … Continue reading →

Today we take a look around at some current events and political clown show theater. We talk about how politicians can’t grock when we are talking about them, Trump’s mug shot being the biggest mistake in history, oil refinery fires, the milage tracking tax has come and a ton more. Join Me Today to Discuss…. Oliver Anthony’s response to politicians who completely lack self awareness is amazing – link – link 2 Utah mandates GPS trackers to tax all electric vehicles, more are coming – link The absolute stupidity of releasing Trumps mug shot and the highly predictable blow back … Continue reading →