In The Rabbit Hole

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E125: Interview with author Lauren Wilson Apr 23, 2015

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In this episode, hosts Aaron and Jason interview Lauren Wilson author of The Art of Eating through the Zombie Apocalypse.

Can a cookbook save your life? The answer is no... usually. But author Lauren Wilson has something special for us: A cook book that could save your life, and tastebuds, after the Zombie Apocalypse. Or whatever comes next.

~ So join us as we discuss:

* How she got into Zombies, Prepp, and cooking. * Making MREs a culinary delight rather than just survival food. * What you can do with a few acorns and a rabbit. * Eating bugs. * Foraging. * Surviving in a city. * ...and a whole lot more.

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E124: Gear Reviews, Tips, and Tricks Apr 23, 2015

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In this esisode hosts Aaron and Jason review a whole lot of survival, gun, ammo, holsters, and other gear.

Yes! It's the annual gear geeking out episode. So we cover bags, guns, multitools, pants, and all kinds of other stuff. There's a little something for everyone.

Plus, we throw in some tips about things we've learned while playing with our newer toys over the last year.

~ So joins us as we review these products and discuss some tips and tricks:

* How to unjam a Glock in the field with no special tools * Why Aaron switched from .357sig to a 9mm * How grey is the new tactical black * Griffon Industries Custom Kydex holster review * Raven Concealment Phantom holster review * Lone Wolf Barrel .357 Glock 32 to 9mm Conversion Barrel 2,500 round test and review * KKM Barrel initial look and review * The pros and cons of converting a gun from .357sig or .40 to a 9mm. * Why 9mm conversion barrels introduce more failures. * Glock Gen 4 vs Gen 3 review * Glock 32 Review * Glock 19 Review * Glock 42 Review * Ghost Evo Elite 3.5 trigger connector review * Maxpedition Compact Range Bag * Maxpedition Sitka Gear Slinger * PSI Tac-Rac Plug and Tool Set * 5.11 Stryke Pants review

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E123: Bad Preppers Apr 23, 2015

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In this episode hosts Aaron and Jason discuss being a bad prepper. Or more appropriately stated, the dangers of being a disorganized prepper.

Let's face it: Organization isn't sexy.

But being disorganized can be disastrous for a prepper. So today Jason reveals a recent revelation that explains why this can be your downfall. And Aaron and Jason discuss how to overcome this.

~ Join us as we discuss:

* Limited time ITRH eBook giveaway announcement * Remaining Season 4 schedule and other important announcements. * Creating a preparedness inventory * Using calendars to keep track of your preps and their expiration dates. * How long do batteries last? * Find shortfalls in your preparations. * Developing a communications plan. * Survival skills planning * Survival gear planning and priorities * EDC Bags and Car Get Home Bags

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E122: Interview with Glen Tate Apr 23, 2015

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In this episode hosts Aaron and Jason are joined by Author Glen Tate of the 299 Days series of books.

There are a lot of books on the market that depict apocalyptic senarios. Many depict the collapse of the United Staes. And many more contain bits and pieces of good prepper tips. But few do both while laying out a historically based accurate portrayal.

In fact, we think there may only be one. And today, we are joined by the author of not one, but a series of 10 books that roll it all up for you...

~ So join us as we discuss:

* Why is Jason buying a copy of book 1 for all his family members? * Picking up chicks after after the collapse of the USA. * How to convince a reluctant spouse prepping is not weird. * What inspired the series of books. * What the Easter bunny has to do with preparedness. * Snapping people out of normalcy bias after a collapse. * ...and a whole lot more.

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E121: Urban Chicken Farming Apr 23, 2015

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In this episode Aaron is joined by Jen Pitino of the Urban Chicken Podcast. She shares with us the pleasures of rubbing down chickens with silk scarves and all things urban chicken.

Few things in urban survival become as complicated as keeping chickens in the city. It raises a lot of questions. Questions like: How do I deal with pesky neighbords and city ordinances? What is the best eating chicken? Does your chicken need a spa day?

These questions and a lot more answered.

~ So join us as we discuss... Urban Chicken Farming Episode Topics:

* Growing up in the John Birch Society * Geiger Counters * The challenges of being an urban chicken farmer * How to overcome the trials and tribulations every budding urban homesteader faces with chickens. * Given chickens a spa day (complete with mani-pedi) * Why you would give full body rubdowns and silk scarves to chickens * Starting a chicken egg business * What impact chicken feed has on chicken eggs and production * Why you shouldn't bird seed to chickens * The best chicken breeds for urban farmers * What is the right chicken coup for urban homesteaders * Do chickens need friends and how social are they? * The best eating chicken in the world * Experiments and gadgets for keeping rosters from crowing * Chicken gang issues? * A libertarian rant (Because we love those) * The State of the Right to Farm Act * Hipster Chickens with handlebar mustaches and fixed gear bikes * And, as always, a whole lot more.

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E120: Riots, Guns, and Survival Priorities Apr 23, 2015

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In this episode Aaron and Jason run through several hot topics and close an open loop from last season.

In the last season we left some listeners confused, admittedly. We've discussed and brought on several guests that seemingly going completely counter to traditional survival sacred cows. But in this episode we finally give our thoughts.

~ So tune and and join us as we discuss...

Topics from this Episode:

* Our thoughts on the riots in Ferguson. * The importance of communications and community during civil unrest. * What is Framageddon? * Attack Rabbits * Is a pellet gun a viable survival tool? * DIY Tactical baby gear for Dads and Moms * Jason's thoughts on Glocks * Thoughts on AAC 300 Blackout as a viable rifle round choice. * AR Pistols as a practical defensive weapon * Our thoughts on the Sig Arm Brace vs SBRs * Silencers / Suppressors * Why Aaron is getting rid of a bunch of his guns. * ATF Class 3 Wait Times * Jason's thoughts on Aaron's DSA FAL * Should you build a BOB and use the high tech tactical flashlights? * Survival lessons for the more likely to happen.

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E119: Ebola – Survival & Preparedness with The Survival DR Apr 23, 2015

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In this episode Aaron interviews The Survival Doctor, Dr James Hubbard, on all things Ebola Virus. It's a no nonsense, no paranoia, no conspiracy theory, particle information conversation.

Ebola seems to be everywhere in the news. But is it really "the big one" everyone fears? And what can we really do about it? What is the worst case scenario of an outbreak?

The simple truth is there are some... well... simple things you can do to prepare. But the first and biggest step is to take a deep breath. It is scary. However, we first need to get past the hype. Then we can get into the truth about Ebola and it's potential impact on YOU.

Your burning questions answered and your Ebola survival guide to rational preparedness here.

~ So join us as we discuss these Ebola topics:

* What would you need to prepare of an Ebola outbreak in the USA? * The difference between contagious and infectious. * The reality of Ebola becoming airborne. * How easily does Ebola spread. * Simple ways to safeguard yourself. * Individual factors that help and hurt a person's chances of surviving an Ebola infection. * The difference between aerosolized particles and droplets. * How long the virus lives outside the body. * Ebola treatments beyond experimental antivirals. * What kills the virus. * What disinfects surfaces and clothes. * Disposing of dead bodies infected with Ebola. * Why news reports are all over the map when it comes to the lethality and statistics on the Ebola Virus. * ...and more.

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E118: Ebola & Catching Up Apr 23, 2015

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In this episode hosts Aaron and Jason discuss Ebola, catch listeners up on the farm, and talk about what went on during the summer break.

Plus, what major life milestone did Jason and Jonathan just survive?

Find out in this episode!

Admittedly this is an overdue update. And it's coming out on a weird day of the week. Seems this show just didn't want to get out the door--so to speak. But here it is!

~ So join us as we discuss:

* Why Ebola should scare the crap out of you. * Why Ebola should NOT scare the crap out of you. * Why last season ended so abruptly. * A farewell to the Tactical Weimaraner. * A major life milestone for Jason and Jonathan. * What is "Farmagedon". * How does surfing fit into survival. * ...and a lot more.

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E117: Mobile Scout School Apr 23, 2015

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In this episode you'll hear about 7 realities of surviving on the move as a mobile team. Host's Aaron and Jason welcome back James Price of Death Valley Magazine training. James shares his lessons from decades of working as a security contractor in third world hell wholes.

Over the 2014 summer break, Jason and Aaron got a chance to spend a weekend training with James. The experience was nothing short of awesome. A lot of lessons were learned, new friends made, and new perspectives gained.

James Price is the founder of Death Valley Magazine, Death Valley Magazine Training Center, and Death Valley Magazine D.A.R.T (Disaster Aid Rescue Team).

~ Join us as we discuss...

Episode Topics:

* Why James calls Aaron a murderer. * What is DVM Mobile Scout School. * Force on Force exercises. * Surviving checkpoints. * The reality of using Airsoft weapon facsimiles as training aids. * What survival items should go in a vehicle bag. * The reality of surviving on the move in a vehicle. * Short barreled rifle (SBR): fun toy or indispensable weapon for surviving on the move?

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E116: Flashlights — Everything You Never Knew You Wanted to Know Apr 23, 2015

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In this episode Aaron interviews Marshall of GoingGear.com.... on flashlights. Yes! A whole episode dedicated to flashlights.

A flashlight is at the top of our list of things to never leave home without. But how much can there really be to know about flashlights?

Let's just say they've come a very long way since we were kids.

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