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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 →

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on government spending, the economy, foraging, silvopasture, budget guns, body armor, black out kits 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 →

In today’s episode of our “Get to Know Your Expert Council” series, we’re talking taxes—but not the way your CPA would. Matthew Sercely of Agorist Tax Advice joins us to break down how feral humans can play the money game without selling out or ending up in hot water. Matthew isn’t just some guy with opinions. He’s a legit tax advisor with a law background who works with real-world clients—from solopreneurs to medical pros—helping them keep more of their money and stay out of the IRS’s crosshairs. If you’re trying to live free, earn on your terms, or build outside … Continue reading →

Today we dig into one of the most liberating topics out there, building your own business. This episode digs into deep business principles so if you already have or run a business it will be helpful as well. What we discuss today will not be theory or hype, just a clear look at how to choose the right type of business for you. Most people get stuck before they start because they think the world of entrepreneurship is too big, too risky, or too complicated. But the truth is, there’s never been a better time to take the leap. We … Continue reading →

Today we discuss the hard truth most people don’t want to hear — freedom isn’t something you vote for, it’s something you take. You can scream at the sky, protest bad laws, and hope the next election changes things, but if you’re waiting on permission to live free, you’re already in chains. In this episode, I lay out what it actually looks like to take freedom back into your own hands — one area at a time. We’ll hit the big ones: food, money, speech, time, health, education, and more. You want food freedom? Grow your own and stop asking … Continue reading →

  Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on the Yemen bombings, cooking fish, tax strategy, Trump’s “mad man strategy”, coffee grinders, dog training, bitcoin 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 →

Today Andy McCann returns to TSPC as part of the meet your expert council series. Today Andy and I will discuss addressing chronic illnesses like Crohn’s disease and other modern conditions with health and nutrition vs. using drugs and ignoring the root causes of problems. Andy McCann is a seasoned health and fitness advocate, entrepreneur, and educator with over 17 years of experience helping people improve their lives through practical, sustainable habits. A Georgia Tech graduate with a degree in Electrical Engineering, Andy shifted from a successful career in tech sales to focus on fitness and wellness, becoming the owner … Continue reading →

Today John Willis and Nicole Sauce join me for our monthly First Tuesday Coffee Chat. As will be typical you just don’t know what will pop up in this episode. We will discuss a variety of current events, homestead and entrepreneurial topics. And of course take questions and comments from the live stream in real time.` Resources for today’s show… Find Me on Nostr Article Explaining the GrowNostr Initiative Join the Members Brigade TspAz.com TSPC on Discord TSPC Group on Telegram (group chat) TSPC Telegram Channel (just messages from me) Jack on MeWe Join Me on Odysee All My Recommend … Continue reading →

It has been awhile since we have done a strait up listener Q&A show so I thought today would be a great day to do just that. We have a few bitcoin questions today, we also have some on business and economics along with a mixed bag of homestead/permaculture/gardening type stuff as well. I love old school shows like this, it is a huge part of what we built TSPC on in the early days so kick back and enjoy the variety of this episode. And if you want your question or topic to be on a future episode just … Continue reading →

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 →

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on quail eggs, tax strategy, fuel storage, tractoring chickens, blood sugar, giardia, trade wars 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 →

Today we’re diving into the underground world of fungi with Olga from Mushroom Mountain. She grew up foraging mushrooms in the forests of Bosnia and Hercegovina, learning from her grandparents which ones to eat, which to toss, and how to live with the land instead of just on it. These days, she runs Mushroom Mountain, a powerhouse operation producing spawn for edible and medicinal varieties, plus mushroom extracts and honeys under the Mycomatrix label. But that’s just scratching the surface. Olga also leads a wild mushroom food safety certification program that’s FDA-endorsed and accepted by seven states so far. She’s … Continue reading →

Last week I was at the LFTN 25 Workshop put on by my good friend Nicole Sauce. While there, one of the fellow presenters was talking about applying permaculture in suburban settings. She had done an amazing job transforming her backyard into a productive, beautiful space. But when it came to the front yard? That’s where the “Karens” and the HOA enforcers drew the line. Nicole pointed out to me, “You haven’t covered that in a while.” She’s right, it’s time to revisit how to stick it to the rule-makers while still playing the game better than they do. Today, … Continue reading →

Today we discuss the launch of 21 Capital, something everyone’s talking about, but no one’s actually explaining. The headlines are full of noise, but the real story is deeper and way bigger than most people realize. We’ll break down what’s really going on behind the scenes: why Cantor Fitzgerald, Tether, SoftBank, and Jack Mallers are teaming up, what 21 Capital’s true business model is likely to be, and how it could completely reshape Bitcoin’s role in finance. No hype, no clickbait, and no half-baked opinions just well-formed, logical answers based on facts, connections, and the real incentives driving this move. … Continue reading →

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 →

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on foraging, home office deductions, investing, tree propagation, gun shot wounds, concealed carry, the value of labor 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 →

In this episode we discussed a common and bluntly stupid misconception among new preppers, the idea that with a gun and ammo you can get whatever you need. This is bluntly stupid an not only won’t it work, it won’t even be a remote possibility in 99% of all situations. This one is a hard core old school TSPC episode. The original show was titled Episode-893- Why Being a Lone Wolf Won’t Work for 99% or More of Disasters and was first published on 5-2-12. Resources for today’s show-… Find Me on Nostr Follow Me on Tik-Tok Article Explaining the … Continue reading →

In this episode we discussed Permaculture design for the every day person’s property. In other words not necessarily the person who is going to attend a full PDC and spend the time and money to be certified. Ignoring the complex parts of permaculture that a specific to region types most of us will never visit let along live in. Rather sticking to the principles and techniques that work well for the average small to mid size property. The original show was titled Episode-2846- Permaculture Property Design for The Everyday Person and was first published on 3-20-21. Resources for today’s show-… … Continue reading →

This will be the last new show (other than an Expert Council show this Thursday) until I return from Tenessee on Monday next week from Nicole Sauce’s LFTN Workshop. So I thought about it and one of my goals in 2025 has become to inspire more businesses to be founded and existing ones expanded in the TSPC community. So of course to do that I will leave you with an awesome motivational “you can do it” type of show, right? Nope! Today we will hit you hard with relaity and at the same time attempt to not destroy your “irrational … Continue reading →

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 →

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on civil rights, investing surplus capital, strengthening your back, foundation cracks, cooking maitake mushrooms, fact checking with AI 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 →

Today we discuss a variety of current and economic events and then move into a more audience Q&A mode answering your questions on biochar, garden beds, patio gardening and more. We are going to deep dive today into why people always think they are underpaid but most are not. We will kill the lie that all the tariff cost is passed on to the consumer, and explain exactly how that is not true. From there we move onto Real ID and why even though I don’t like it, I don’t really care much about it and why the hype around … Continue reading →

Today we discuss my personal 12 rules of business. Like many of my rules they are not exactly mine, rather those I learned from others and experience over the years. So many people seem to want to have a business but they either approach it without discipline or simply don’t know what to do so they never start. Many of my rules seem to oppose the experts, for example I do say follow your passion and many “experts” say that is a bad idea. They say seek a business that serves a market that has high demand, forget your passion. … Continue reading →

In this episode we discussed wicking beds for home food production in a way that improves ease of growing and virtually eliminates any conventional irrigation requirements. In reality wicking beds are the easy button especially in hot dry climates. While scale can be a limiting factor the production, reliability and reduced maintenance make them a fantastic choice for homestead production. The original show was titled Episode-2219- Wicking Beds for Easy Garden Production and was first published on 5-15-18. Resources for today’s show-… Find Me on Nostr Follow Me on Tik-Tok Article Explaining the GrowNostr Initiative Join the Members Brigade TspAz.com … Continue reading →

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 →

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on the debt, the lion diet, sharpening stones, cancer treatment, trees, life advice for GenZ 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 →

We talk a lot about side hustles as a transition strategy from the world of the J O B to the world of entrepreneurship but what if you could do it in a big way. From wage slave to 500K business, it can be done and today we talk to someone actively doing it. Our guest today is Nate who will remain anonymous other wise. He started his business in 2019 on a whim ager a slew of other attempts failed. This time he has gotten traction and is blowing it up. Today we will dig into how you actually … Continue reading →

Today we discuss restoring America’s health, not with another fad or magic pill, but by rethinking what we put in our bodies every single day. I’m using the word “diet” the way it’s meant to be used—our habitual nourishment, not some temporary punishment. The truth is, our nation’s health is in the gutter. Chronic disease is skyrocketing, and the solution isn’t more meds and surgeries—it’s food. Real food. In this episode, I break down how we got here, what all effective diets have in common, and six simple ways you can scale your eating habits to match your goals. Plus, … Continue reading →

Today we discuss The Trade Wars — a chaotic but opportunity-filled moment as Trump’s tariffs shake global markets, traders panic, and prices drop instead of rise. We dive into why early deleveraging might’ve saved the system, how Taiwan and Vietnam are already folding, and why a market crash is a buyer’s dream. Plus, oil’s collapse to $60 puts pressure on Russia and drops prices everywhere. And for the first time, Bitcoin holds steady while everything else burns — as the U.S. quietly embraces crypto with a Bitcoin reserve and stablecoin banking. This isn’t collapse — it’s the start of a … Continue reading →

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on the war, fitness, permaculture, cooking, foraging, homestead projects, tariffs 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 →

Hakeem Anwar of Above Phone and Take Back Our Tech joins us today to discuss phone privacy and how you can break out of Apple and Google Prison with by using “degoogled” phones with open source operating systems and Above Book a laptop that protects your privacy with amazing preformatnce. If this all sounds complicated, don’t worry Hakeem makes it all easy to understand. Hakeem Anwar, a technologist, activist, educator, and entrepreneur, currently leads a number of projects focused on the intersection of technology and personal freedom. Exiting his corporate career as a software engineer to support activist movements – … Continue reading →

Join me today along with John Willis of SOE Tactical Gear and Nicole Sauce of Living Free in Tennessee as we sift though a variety of topics on current events. It is always a fun ride so grab a cup of your favorite beverage and join in. We will be digging into some AI stuff, lots on DOGE and Executive orders, of course we will as always touch on building business and wealth for you and your family, homesteading, animal care and there is just never no way to know what is going to happen so don’t miss out today. … Continue reading →

You don’t have to own a business to think like an entrepreneur. That’s the big message today. Whether you’re self-employed, running a company, or punching a clock at a W2 job, adopting an ownership mindset changes everything. We’re talking about how this shift helps you build wealth, gain freedom, and take real control of your future. Entrepreneurs get the perks—tax advantages, flexibility, multiple income streams—but the mindset that gets them there? That’s available to everyone. If you’re an employee, you can still think like a business owner. Be proactive. Solve problems. Look for ways to create more value than you’re … Continue reading →

In this episode I was joined by Chad Kuntz an Electrical Engineer with 10 years of experience working for large utility company building substation generation facilities with back up power redundancy. In this episode we discussed generator systems for our homes, sizing a generator to your needs and deciding between DIY vs. professional installation depending on your ability and system requirements. Today’s episode of Friday Flashbacks was originally published on 12-1-11 and was originally Episode-794- Chad Kuntz on Back Up Generators The show notes for the original episode with all relevant resources can be found here. Welcome to Friday Flashbacks, after … Continue reading →

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on the mid east, retirement, handgun drills, fitness, diet, collapse medicine, turkeys, investing, AI 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 →

Steven Lubka is the Head of Swan Private, a concierge Bitcoin service for high-net-worth individuals and complex account structures. Steven has a diverse background in the cryptocurrency and blockchain industry, with a strong focus on educating and advising high-net-worth individuals on Bitcoin investment strategies. Strategic Asset Ownership in the Era of Economic Transition: Exploring the necessity of incorporating digital assets into institutional portfolios, addressing the evolving global economy, regulatory considerations, and the growing demand for alternative investments. Resources for today’s show… Find Me on Nostr Article Explaining the GrowNostr Initiative Join the Members Brigade TspAz.com TSPC on Discord TSPC Group … Continue reading →

Today we discuss the concept of the “High Cycle Approach” — a simple but powerful way to rethink how resources move through a homestead. Instead of using something once and tossing it, what if you could squeeze two, three, or even five productive uses out of it before it ever left your system? That’s what high cycle thinking is all about. It’s the opposite of the modern throwaway mindset, and it builds serious resilience. In this episode, I’ll walk you through real-world homestead examples where this kind of thinking turns waste into abundance, simplifies inputs, and stacks functions like crazy. … Continue reading →

In this episode we took a deep dive into what Permaculture really is all about. The philosophy, the ethics while making an effort to accurately define terms like science, design, natural systems, human needs, regenerative and more. The original show was titled Understanding Permaculture – Epi-3189 and was first published on 10-24-22. Resources for today’s show-… Find Me on Nostr Follow Me on Tik-Tok Article Explaining the GrowNostr Initiative Join the Members Brigade TspAz.com TSPC on Discord TSPC Group on Telegram (group chat) TSPC Telegram Channel (just messages from me) Jack on MeWe Join Me on Odysee All My Recommend Bitcoin … Continue reading →

In this episode I was joined by Zak Baker of Be Found Alive joins today to discuss Wilderness Survival, Survival Myths and Urban Survivalist Reality. Today’s episode of Friday Flashbacks was originally published on 11-17-11 and was originally Episode-793- Zak Baker on Wilderness Survival, Survival Myths and Urban Reality. 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 them going forward. There is a tremendous library of … Continue reading →

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on war, dog training, handgun sights, taxes, real estate, foraging, travel, inflation 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 … Continue reading →

The world is changing fast. The EU and the head of the ECB Christine Lagarde (who I call Euro Karen) have announced that the entire EU will be under a CBDC by fall. China basically already is and they also have a “social credit system” to control the population. Odds are if the EU doesn’t have a social credit score when the Central Bank Digital Euro drops they will soon after. Dark days indeed. Hold the phone though, what is going on in the US? The US government is adopting Bitcoin as an economic reserve, bringing Stable Coins under the … Continue reading →

Today we are going to look at producing meat and eggs on the homestead. This was something not so uncommon in America just half a century ago. In that time, the practice dwindled as people had smaller families, many small-town Americans moved to larger cities, and fiat money made meat cheap for a time. Over those five decades, though, the quality of our animal-based foods continuously declined while the cost skyrocketed. Even traditionally “cheap” meat cuts have become expensive today. Chicken wings, chuck roast, pork ribs, etc., used to be hidden gems of value. Today, they sell for what ribeye … Continue reading →

We’re constantly told who our enemies are—other nations, political opponents, or whoever the media demonizes today. But the real threats to our freedom and well-being aren’t across the ocean or in the opposite political party. They’re right here, embedded in the systems we rely on every day. In this episode, we break down 15 of the most dangerous institutions and power structures that manipulate, exploit, and control the public. From Big Food and Big Pharma keeping people sick to central banks devaluing wealth, from unelected bureaucracies writing laws to public sector unions protecting incompetence, the real enemies of the people … Continue reading →

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on government, dogs, fitness, guns, water filtration, fermented foods, nutrition 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 →

Dealing with the death of a loved one is hard enough—but what happens when it happens overseas? In this episode, we’ll walk through the steps you need to take to bring them home, navigate the legal red tape, and handle the unexpected challenges that come with an international death. From dealing with embassies and airlines to understanding local laws and funeral arrangements, this is the information you hope you never need but should absolutely know. It’s a tough topic, but being prepared can save you time, money, and a world of stress when it matters most. Whether you travel often … Continue reading →

Join me today along with John Willis of SOE Tactical Gear and Nicole Sauce of Living Free in Tennessee as we sift though a variety of topics on current events. It is always a fun ride so grab a cup of your favorite beverage and join in. We will be digging into some AI stuff, lots on DOGE and Executive orders, of course we will as always touch on building business and wealth for you and your family, homesteading, animal care and there is just never no way to know what is going to happen so don’t miss out today. … Continue reading →

After being down for a week with the flu I am back and I feel like I woke up in Stupid Town. The entire world is losing its’ collective mind but a lot like the 80s REM song, “I Feel Fine”. Why? How? The real inoculation is being able to see all the crazy and go on with your own life anyway. Join Me Today to Discuss… The Bitcoin SBR is great news so of course the price dropped The special retards are at it again on “this is not what we signed up for” on the SBR The biggest … Continue reading →

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 →

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on Ukraine, dogs, health & fitness, safe harbor tax rules, rifle scopes, knives, tariffs 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 →

Most people come to permaculture because of a desire to produce their own food and it is to be fair a huge part of the discipline. In fact people often say that permaculture is a system of “permanent agriculture”. This is understandable as even the founders have on occasion said such things or at least things you can interpret this way. The key though is to understand that when David Holmgren and Bill Mollison created this system, it didn’t exist. While obvious it is the kind of thing we tend to gloss over. When they began and wrote Permaculture One it did indeed focus almost exclusively … Continue reading →