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E145: Semi-auto 30 Caliber Rifles Oct 18, 2015

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In this episode we welcome back Garry of Guns over Texas. He's going to share with us a big load from his 13 black rifle and tales of well lubricated prom queens. We'll be getting to the bottom of choosing a 30 caliber rifle that's right for you and other double barreled entendres.

Some of the 30 Caliber Rifle topics discussed:

* What's the difference between 308 Win and 308 Nato * Why did Aaron end up with a FN FAL * How did you come to fall in love with the FN FAL * What makes the FN FAL so great * Why would you make a FAL a SBR (Short Barreld Rifle) * What's the minimum safe barrel length of a FAL * How do you get optics on a FN FAL * Other 308 Semi*auto rifle options... - FN SCAR 17 - LWRC R.E.P.R. - Knights Armament SR 25 - LaRue Tactical * What are some other non*308 30 caliber semi*automatic rifle options * How does the 308 stacks up to the AK and when does makes sense * How does it compare to the 300 Blackout * What are three gun competitions * Why would anyone want to do three gun competitions * What rifles, shotguns, and handguns are popular for three gun.

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E144: Ham Radio for Two Dummies Oct 12, 2015

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In this episode we welcome back Darrel of FloridaHillbilly.com. We'll discuss the most loved and dreaded thing in preparedness: HAM Radio. And we'll get into why everyone should be hamming it up. Plus other bad puns.

* Why is HAM worth the effort * Why is important for preppers to get into HAM Radio * Why is HAM better than old-fashioned walkie-talkies * How useful is HAM in an emergency situation * What is field day * How hard is are the HAM tests * What's the easiest way to study for the tests * What are the different HAM Radio levels of licensing * What are the differences between the levels * Which radio is the right radio to get started with * Can HAM be encrypted * How can you secure your communications

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E143: Lessons from 60 years in Preparedness and Journalism Oct 04, 2015

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In this episode, we sit down with LONG time listener, ITRH forum moderator, resident old coot, and friend, NavyJim. He's going to share with us how he and his wife have stayed engaged in preparedness since the 50s, how prepping has changed over the decades and his take on preppers in the media as someone who's been in broadcasting since he had to ride a dinosaur uphill both ways in the snow to the gun store. Also known as 1967.

Join me as we explore these questions:

* Over the years, how have you seen survival and preparedness change? * What commonalities persist both good and bad? * What did survivalists worry about in the 1950s? * How much have those things concerning preppers changed over the years? * Do you think there's any difference other than label between Retreaters, Survivalists, and Preppers? * It seems there's been a large resurgence of interest in survival in the last few years. What's been your take on it as someone that's been in it for so long? * Has there ever been a time that the media paid as much attention to survivalists as they do now? * Why do you think that is? * Why do you think we're almost always painted in a negative light? * What do you make of the "prepper reality shows"? * Do you think the media's current fascination with preppers will subside anytime soon? * In a broader general sense, how is journalism changing? * So what keeps you in prep, Jim? * What worries you most right now and in the near future? * ITRH had an episode some time ago on what we coined as the "prepper dip". Have you ever experienced this or has preparedness been a constant for you? * How have you stayed engaged with preparedness for so long?

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E142: Complete Rainwater Collection, Purification, and Sanitation Sep 27, 2015

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~ Trenton Kaminski's Segment Topics

* Why Trenton built such an extensive rainwater system * How much research it took to build this system/li> * How quick you could pull together one of these systems * Surprising life lessons in building a business and being an entrepreneur * Things to consider when starting to build a rainwater system * Total cost of project $150 - $800 - $1,600 * How many people it takes to build a rainwater collection system like Trenton's * How to choose the right IBC Totes for a rainwater collection system * How to tell if IBC totes have been used to transport chemicals * How to get water tested and the truth about the water you're already consuming * How to cover the IBC tanks and keep algae from growing * What's the best type of IBC connector to look for * What's the right size of IBC and connection to go with * How much filtration do you really need in a rainwater collection system * How to properly use a UV sterilization system * How to build redundancy into your purification system * What is the first flush and how do you build one * How big should a first flush be * Solar Powered Pumping system

~ Mark "Merriwether" Vorderbruggen Ph.D. Segment Topics

* Mechanical vs Chemical water purification, sanitation, and treatment. * Different ways to purify water * What activated charcoal actually is * How to build an emergency charcoal water-filter

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E141: Glen Tate on How to Choose a Bug Out Location Sep 20, 2015

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In this episode we sit down with Glen Tate for an in-depth conversation about how to choose a bug out location. This episode is full of great information, things to consider, and laughs.

Bug out locations (aka BOLs) are something most preppers and survivalists dream of owning. But the topic isn't simple: There are done of things to considered. And there are tons of things that can turn a BOL into a nightmare to know.

So join us as we discuss how Glen Tate, author of the 299 Days book series, himself went about choosing the best bug out location.

* How close the BOL in 299 is to Glen's real BOL story * Rural and semi-rural bug out location * Travel time and distance considerations * Practical non milllion dollar solutions to owning a BOL * Isolated cabin in the mountains vs a cabin in a small community * The value of people in a SHTF senario * The danger of people in a SHTF senario * Thinking through stratigies and tactics of defense relative to a BOL * Resource considerations in your BOL area that are not nessesarilly on your land. * Acceptable levels of flaws in your plans and location * Understand and dealing with trade offs * How to tell if you may be in a community of preppers and self suffciant types * Water considerations * Vacation homes vs permanent resident community * Thinking through what you're going to do, realistically, before things go south * Strategies for convincing loved one's a BOL is a good idea * How to get to know your neighbors when you're not there all the time. * The things that make us want a BOL and when that happened for Glen. * Balancing morality and practicality during a collapse * More on the economy * Teaming up with another family or families to split the cost of rural land * What Glen Tate what's in current events for telltale signs of economic distress ~ Become a supporting member here:

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E140: Spy Craft and Executive Protection Tactics Every Prepper Should Know Sep 13, 2015

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In this episode we're joined by James Price. We sit down to discuss the three things every prepper should know, but probably hasn't even thought of.

You see there's a lesson James taught us a while back: If the situation turns to violence you've lost.

So who do you keep a situation from turning to violence and flip adversaries to your side?

And if a situation spirals out of our control into violence, how do we protect our kids and loved ones like pro executive protection contractor?

Listen and find out.

Topics discussed:

* What every good spy knows and how you can learn it for next to nothing * What is spy trade craft. * The reality of a hostile situations * Improvisational comedy for the zombie apocalypse and road blocks * Picking up zombie strippers * How learning these skills improved all aspects of James life and saved it too * Human hacking * Dealing with without rule of law situations * Get yourself out of bad situations and turn them into good situations * How to talk someone dumb * Deciet detection and learn when you're being lied to (it may save your life) * Verbal Agressiveness * Verbal Judo * James takes us to his parents' house * Where onehanded pistol shooting comes into play * Why James loves failure * The importance of physical maps in kits * Protecting kids during an active shooter situation * Executive protection

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E139: Goat Farming with Author Lauren Wilson Sep 06, 2015

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In this episode we're joined by Lauren Wilson to discuss goat farming.

Lauren is the author of The Art of Eating through the Zombie Apocalypse: A Cookbook and Culinary Survival Guide. And she's quickly becoming a regular guest of the show and friend.

Recently we had a question: What happens when you mix the sweet, zany, and effervescent Lauren with a herd of goats, wild turkey, and a donkey?

One word: Shenanigans!

We'll learn all about live work programs on a farm and a whole lot more.

Goat farming live work program topics such as:

* The life of a goat herder * Live, Work, Learn * Goats for fire control on land * Goat nirvana * Creating a near closed loop farming system * Making goat cheese * OCD goats and their routines * How much work goat herding and farming really takes * Different chicken personalities * How to survive a while turkey attack * Donkeys, the bouncer of the farm * What is a "Donkey Love Tank"

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E138: Micro-Ranching, How Anyone Can Do it Aug 30, 2015

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In this episode we discuss micro-ranching. And to show just how easy it is, we bring on an LA surfer boy turned Texas micro-rancher. He got his start without even owning any land.

Today he shares his story and how you to can get into micro-rahcing.

Micro-Ranching and Farming Topics Discussed:

* Crazy sustanability and self-sufficientcy stories form Angola Prison * How survivability and sustainability go hand in hand * Micro-ranching with very little more * How to get started * How to do it with no land * The financial side of things * How to propperly name a goat * The over under on Jason injurying himself with cows

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E137: Understand Bags, Backs, and Boots for Survival Aug 23, 2015

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Survival bags, packs, and boots can be an overwhelming topic for some, oddly. For many, it becomes a complicated topic at first blush. With good reason: There's a lot of options, a lot of brands, and a lot of nuances dependent on exact applications and budget.

But in this episode, we're joined by Marshall Hoots of Going Gear. He's going to uncomplicate the topic and break it all down for us in simple terms.

Survival Bags, Packs, and Boots Topics Covered:

* What makes for the best backpacking packs? * Does brand really matter or is all hype when it comes to backpacking packs? * What are those chest straps for on your packs and backpacks? * What does the waist strap on a pack really do? * How important is fit when choosing a backpack or backpacking pack? * Does how you pack a backpack or backpacking really make a difference? * What are the best backpacks? * Does the material a backpack is made out of making a difference? * How do you choose the right backpack material? * Is ripstop really that great? * Understanding boots for hiking, outdoors, and survival * Marshall's sheep fetish revealed and explained * The importance of maintaining body temperature.

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E136: Candid Conversations about Preparedness Aug 16, 2015

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In this episode author Glen Tate, author of the 299 Days book series, joins us once again. This is one of the most candid conversations we've had convincing others to prepare and sheeple.

Loved ones can be the greatest asset or bottleneck for preppers and survivalists. So how do you convince others to prepare?

Tune in and find out...

Join us as we discuss:

* Is date night part of your prepping plans? * Techniques for persuasion * Building credibility * Having a solid plan * Who to just write off * Is it worth the effort when it comes to * people outside your inner circle? * Signs of impending doom * ...and a whole lot more.

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