The Survival Podcast

Tom Haile, a dedicated Peace Corps volunteer who served in Madagascar, shares his transformative journey from a conventional career to rural community engagement. He discusses the challenges of teaching sustainable agriculture and highlights innovative practices like the System of Rice Intensification. Haile emphasizes the importance of local leadership and community involvement in tackling food security and environmental issues. His reflections on resilience and adaptability shed light on the resourcefulness of communities thriving in survival situations.

In this insightful discussion, foraging expert Kerry Brown reveals how pine needles can provide antiviral benefits during winter illnesses. Knifemaker Patrick Rohrman dives into dispelling negative stereotypes about knife-carrying, highlighting its cultural significance and practical uses. Tactical expert Mike Melito offers tips for configuring an AR-15 for defensive purposes, ensuring listeners are prepared for various scenarios. The conversation is rich with practical advice, empowering self-sufficiency and resilience in everyday life.

Discover the incredible power of the human mind and its potential dangers. Explore the challenges of filtering valuable information from misleading narratives, showcasing the mind's superiority over AI. Learn how mindset and the law of attraction intersect with practical planning for real success. Dive into the significance of setting uncomfortable goals to foster growth and creativity in decentralized organizations. Reflect on the influence of a remarkable teacher, emphasizing generational accountability and the need for historical awareness.

Delve into the dynamic concept of Total Lifestyle Health, which redefines wellness to include emotional, mental, and spiritual dimensions alongside physical fitness. Explore the vital connection between diet and health, and discover various dietary approaches like keto and veganism. Gain insights into the importance of personal beliefs and their impact on overall wellness. Lastly, learn about adapting to life's challenges with resilience, using the captivating journey of artist Ronnie Millsap as an inspiring example of overcoming obstacles.

Listeners dive into the essentials of personal finance and self-improvement, vital for anyone aiming for success. A young adult's journey illustrates the need for wise money management with newfound income. The paradox of inflation is explored, emphasizing its impact on the economy. Strategies for saving and wealth accumulation are discussed, highlighting cryptocurrencies as emerging tools. The importance of seeking expertise in finance and the role of music in personal reflection also provide a rich tapestry of insights.

Learn how to navigate the challenges of sticking to a keto diet while on the go! Discover practical meal prep strategies, including clever uses for leftovers and the benefits of cooking at home. Delve into the nutritional advantages of meat-based diets and the hidden sugars lurking in snacks. Explore convenient keto-friendly options like cured meats and cooking tools to make healthy eating manageable. Plus, get insights on maintaining cardiovascular health and fun gadget recommendations!

Most of today’s show is a recreation of 2008’s Christmas special. Today we pause and take a moment to reflect on Christmas and how it has become the Holiday we celebrate today. Many American’s have no idea just how Christmas became unique here in America, the role it played in bringing our nation together after two wars of independence and the civil war. Christmas is special and a time to pause and reflect. Christmas is indeed a special time of year, today I will cover many aspects of it that may make this Christmas just a bit more special. Tune … Continue reading →

The title here is someone limiting vs. the content but we will cover a ton let me tell you today.  I am going to go through more than 50 total predictions for 2025 laying it all on the line and going on record.  How high will Bitcoin go, will the stock market crash or explode, will we start more wars or end them? That’s just the beginning!  Are real cancer cures really coming?  What companies will embrace AI and how?  What will new educational platforms look like by the end of next year? What percentage of vehicles will be EVs … Continue reading →

In this episode from 2011 I was joined by Frank Sharpe Jr. to discuss the potential for major civil unrest arising from events like Occupy Wall Street and other events that may soon follow.  In this episode we discuss the role of shotguns and rifles for home defense, organizing your neighborhood, building community and more. Today’s episode of Friday Flashbacks was originally published on 10-7-11 and was originally Episode-758- Frank Sharpe on Coming Unrest and Home Defense. 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 the Fed, holiday means, fitness, investing, diet, solar, starting now, fake social media news, bitcoin, cancer 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 →