
Fieldcraft Survival
The guys from Fieldcraft Survival host this informative series in survival, tactics, defense, gear, fitness, overlanding, mobility, military, and more. All things preparedness and survival from Fieldcraft Survival.
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Apr 13, 2023 • 47min
Episode 353: From Basement Workshop to Firearms Success with Black Point Tactical's Harvey Cheek
Harvey Cheek of Black Point Tactical is interviewed by Director of Training Kevin Estela. Harvey started his holster business in a friend's grandmother's basement and has grown to become one of the most respected companies in the firearms space. SIG Sauer carries his holsters at the academy and so do many professional shooters including Fieldcraft's own Casey Hildreth and Kevin Estela. Harvey explains how he grew his business and the two men share ideas about some new upcoming products.
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Apr 11, 2023 • 44min
Episode 352: The Power of Jiu-Jitsu: Greg Lapin's Journey and Lessons Learned
Greg Lapin is a seasoned law enforcement and government special operations professional with over two decades of experience. He began his Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu journey in 2005 when he was a New Orleans Police Officer. Understanding the importance of self-defense skills, Greg continued to train on and off for several years between deployments, earning the nickname of a "10-year white belt." During his assignment in the United Arab Emirates, he began training seriously under Tiago Bravo, where he received his blue belt in 2016. Today, he is a black belt under Professor Jeremy Umphries.
Jiu-Jitsu has changed Greg's life, and his main goal is to expose as many people as possible to this martial art. With his extensive background in law enforcement and government special operations, Greg has a unique perspective on the importance of self-defense training, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu has become an integral part of his training regimen. Follow Greg Lapin's journey as a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu black belt and SWAT officer, and join him in spreading the art of Jiu-Jitsu to others.
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Apr 4, 2023 • 56min
Episode 351: Protection and Security with Todd Fox of Tour Protection
Todd Fox of Tour Protection, a global protective services company, speaks with Fieldcraft Survival Director of Training Kevin Estela in this week's podcast. Fox is a former marine, Brazilian jiu jitsu black belt, and subject matter expert in protection. The two discuss grappling, Todd's books about protection, and the lessons that can be learned and adapted from the security world.
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Mar 30, 2023 • 1h 3min
Episode 350: Culture and Adventure with Field Ethos Journal's CEO, Jason Vincent
Field Ethos Journal CEO Jason Vincent joins Fieldcraft Survival Director of Training Kevin Estela in this week's podcast. The two men discuss American culture, the various divides that exists in the outdoor space, the golden age of America, and the quality items that sportsmen should own. Vincent and Estela share ideas about adventure and hint at possible collaboration between FE and FCS in the future.
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Mar 28, 2023 • 56min
Episode 349: Survival Instruction with Jarrod M. and Kevin Estela
Recently Jarrod M. @armymace on Instagram and Fieldcraft Survival Training Director Kevin Estela taught a 2-Day survival course in Granite Falls, WA. Kevin and Jarrod go over the skills and gear that made their students successful in this challenging environment. They discuss wet-weather fire starting, water collection/treatment, knife choice, primitive shelter making and more. For more information about survival training with Fieldcraft Survival, please visit our website.
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Mar 23, 2023 • 1h
Episode 348: Emergency Services and Mental Health: A Conversation with Rick Bucher
In this episode, Mike Glover interviews Rick Bucher, a retired paramedic, firefighter, and technical rescue professional. Rick discusses Rick's rapid career advancement, mental health challenges, and his book "Flame and Fortune: How the Fire Service Almost Killed Me," which advocates for mental health support in the fire service and public safety. Rick also shares his experience at Fieldcraft Survival's Winter Mobility Experience, and the importance of being prepared on the road during the winter months.
Check out Rick's website: www.rb603.net
Check out Rick's instagram: @rickbucher603
Contact Rick via email: rickbucher603@gmail.com
Link to purchase Rick's book "Flame and Fortunate: How the Fire Service Almost Killed me": https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/flame-and-fortune-rick-bucher/1143034715?ean=9798215894200
Check out Two Wolf Foundation: https://www.twowolf.org/
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Mar 21, 2023 • 2h 9min
Episode 347: A Conversation with Mike Glover and Staccato's CXO, Tony Pignato
In this episode, Mike Glover sits down with Tony Pignato, the Chief Experience Officer (CXO) of Staccato, a veteran-led firearms company based in Texas. With 20 years of military experience and an MBA from the University of Phoenix, Tony shares his journey and explores how his life experiences and leadership have led to his success in the industry.
Follow Tony on Instagram @tonypignato1 and visit Staccato's website at www.staccato2011.com to learn more about their world-class line-up of reliable and accurate 2011® handguns.
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Mar 16, 2023 • 1h 2min
Episode 346: Bushcraft, Knives, and Godzilla: A Conversation with Founder of Bushcraft Global, Joe Flowers
Joe Flowers of Bushcraft Global is the guest for this week’s podcast. Fieldcraft Survival Director of Training Kevin Estela and Flowers have been friends since 2006 and have a lot of shared history. Flowers runs a bushcraft experience company that takes students to learn from natives in the Latin American jungle and he is also a knife designer for multiple companies. Rounding out Flowers’ persona is his interest in the Godzilla movies and reptiles.
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Mar 14, 2023 • 1h 12min
Episode 345: Resilience in Action with GRITR Sports Range Manager and Former Green Beret, Eric Neal
"Mission Resilience" is a podcast series hosted by Mike Glover, CEO of Fieldcraft Survival, that explores resilience through conversations with people who have overcome adversity. In this episode, Eric Neal, a highly decorated combat veteran and Army Special Forces, Green Beret, and now the range manager at GRITR Sports, shares his experience during multiple deployments. Eric graduated from various advanced courses and earned a bachelor’s degree in Geographic Information Science from the University of North Texas and a master's in business from the University of Southern California. Eric talks about his time in combat, the losses and regrets he faced, and offers advice on building resilience.
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Mar 7, 2023 • 1h 10min
Episode 344: From Special Forces to Survival Expert: Jason Smith's Journey
Jason Smith of Hobo Forge recently visited Fieldcraft Training in Aberdeen, NC to be Training Director Kevin Estela's guest for the Fieldcraft Survival Podcast. Jason spent 20+ years in Special Forces before becoming a SERE Instructor in North Carolina and starting Hobo Forge. Jason also appeared on the History Channel show "The Beast" and may soon be a guest instructor at our NC Training Center.
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