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E105: Aquaponics Apr 23, 2015

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In this episode hosts Aaron and Jason discuss Aquaponics with Rex from South Texas Aquaponics.

Growing your own food may not seem as exciting as fighting off the zombie hordes, tactical training, or a host of other things. But feeding yourself is the one of the very few things that's a daily part of survival--whether in good times or bad.

Aquaponics has long been a topic of discussion in the prepare community. It provides a nearly closed loop system of producing both meat and vegetables. And today we're happy to have a local guest on to tell us about the basics.

~ So join us as we cover such topics as...

* Small systems vs large systems--which is easier to maintain? * How much work are these systems * What's the best fish to use in an aquaponics system * Commerical vs Hobby Aquaponics * How to make it profitable--both on a personal and commercial scale * ...And a whole lot more.

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E104: Farm Update and Sailing Apr 23, 2015

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In this episode hosts Aaron and Jason discuss how not to raise chicks, the survival skill of sailing, and the scourge of the sea. It's sure to be full of information and a few laughs, as always.

The results of our latest experiment (however half-assed) with chickens are in. Through the experience, we've learned several valuable lessons about raising chicks--mostly things that should not be done. We'll share them today.

Also, we discuss our latest skills endeavor: Sailing. It's one of the less talked about skills in the community. But can any other form of transportation compare?

~ Join as we discuss... Episode Topics:

* Why a dedicated area for young chicks is important. * Can incubator hatched chicks be reintroduced to their mother hen? * IBC Water tanks vs traditional tanks for rainwater collecting. * Keeping algae down in rainwater collection tanks. * Learning to sail * A warning about dolphins you've never heard--till now.

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E103: Road Trip to Austin! Apr 23, 2015

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In this episode Hosts Aaron and Jonathan meet up in Austin Texas for an unfiltered discussion about guns, knives, silencers, ammo, and other stuff.

Guaranteed to be a fun, albeit long, episode. Aaron goes to visit Jonathan in Austin. And since Aaron and Jonathan haven't gotten to hang out in person in a while, the discussion goes all over the place. However, minus the ADD, we cover a lot of topics we're sure you'll love.

But be forewarned: This episode is unedited and straight from the tap. We've never done an unedited episode before. Not to mention it wasn't done in the ITRH studio. So it should be interesting... (Audio snobs you've been warned.)

~ Topics Covered:

* What is bullet setback. (In simple terms.) * Buying guns, new and used. * Storing guns safely. * Keeping loaded guns around the house. * The ongoing ammo shortage. * Changes on the way for lovers of NFA / Class 3 Weapons * Changes to Texas knife laws! * ...And a collection of other randomness

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E102: Back in the Saddle Apr 23, 2015

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We're BACK! And in this episode hosts Aaron and Jason catch everyone up since the Season II finale.

The Season III opener is more of a causal "Farm Update" style show. In it, we lay out plans for the season, a short list of up comping show topics, and stories from the Urban Farm and other misadventures.

And a brief discussion on life as a single prepper.

~ Topics covered in this Episode 102:

* Upcoming show topics * Exploding eggs * Dirty bunnies * Chicken nipples * Chickens and prolapsed vents * When Possums attack * ...and surviving as a single prepper.

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E101: The ITRH Season II Finale Apr 23, 2015

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Darrell has been a long time listener and friend to the show. And he's got way more farming experience than we do. So tune in and enjoy the great tips, fun poked at us, and how a well endowed duck killed Darrell's hens.

But wait, someone said Season Finale!

Yes, that's correct. We're taking the bulk of the summer off to recharge our prepper batteries. And work on some projects to make Season III even better than I and II. (Crazy, we know.)

ITRH will be airing best of reruns till we return. And when August 26th, 2013 rolls around (when Season III starts) we'll have all kinds of cool interviews, stories, and, of course, urban farming updates.

But in the mean time, don't forget to listen to this episode now.

~ Topics: All over the map. But fun and educational as always. Episode Resources:

* Darrell's great blog: FloridayHillbilly.com * How to raise Quail * Quail Egg Scissors * Red Claw Crawfish * Green Earth Survival School * Metal Rainwater Harvesting Tanks in Houston

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E100: Bitcoins Explained (maybe) Apr 23, 2015

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In this episode hosts Aaron and Jonathan explain and discuss the latest alternative currency. And watching its future is going to be one heck of a roller coster ride.

Bitcoins, you may have heard about them in the news recently. It's a new form of currency that's been making some big headlines (some positive, some negative, and some off in space). But the topic has many people asking all kinds of questions:

What are Bitcoins really? How do you get them? What impact will they have on the global economy? And will it replace Gold and Silver as the currency and value store of preppers?

~ Join us as we mine the topic for answers too...

* Digital crypto-currency... What's that? * Bitcoins * Bitcoin mining * Where they came from. * Why they are of interest to preppers. * Online privacy using Bitcoins. * Bitcoins as an investment. * And much much more...

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E99: Owning Your Survival Apr 23, 2015

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In this episode hosts Aaron and Jason share a simple system for owning your own survival...

It's been a while since there's been a Survival CHI episode. And while 99 isn't a full episode of the topic, it does harken back to the CHI roots. In this episode, Aaron and Jason share a simple system for mastering any situation, problem, or concern.

But this simple technique doesn't just get you through tough survival situations. It also can be used to get you through everyday issues.

~ Join us as we discuss...

* What it means to own a problem or concern. * The 9 steps for problem-solving. * Examples of how proper planning and execution can save you time--and maybe your life.

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E98: Answering Common Survivalist Questions Apr 23, 2015

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In this episode hosts Aaron and Jonathan answer common and pressing listener questions.

Over the last few weeks we've had a lot of email come. And to the truth is, we've been extremely busy.

So we had a thought: Rather than just answer the emails individually, let's share the answers with all the listeners. And in this episode we do just that...

But one, in particular, is something we ourselves have really wrestled with since the very beginning of the show. And today's answer might clear it up for you. It definitely made the answer clear to us.

~ Just some of this episodes questions:

* What is the intersection between Libertarianism and survival (in Aaron and Jonathan's opinion.) * What's the state of the TWAS? * What's really causing the ammo shortage? * How long the ammo shortage will last? * What do you think about the Homeland Security Tanks? * What is the best .22 ammo and what's the best .22 rifle?

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E97: Guns N Bunnies Apr 23, 2015

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In this episode hosts Aaron and Jason share their single biggest mistake on the farm.

And what it's cost them.

But they also share the new found joy over when a farm finally becomes productive. It's the joyous moment when you realize your production levels are a point of surplus.

The hosts also do a follow up to Jonathan and Aaron's previous discussion on ammo shortages. What the cause may be. And how you can avoid being sucked into it.

~ Join us as we discuss:

* What to consider first when planning an urban farm. * An update on the shipping pallet planters. * What rabbit over production looks like. * What egg over production looks like. * What's causing the ammo shortage

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E96: Guns, Ammo, and Tin Foil Hats Apr 23, 2015

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Hosts Aaron and Jonathan take a fresh look at rifle calibers in the wake of gun hysteria and play with their tin foil hats.

Ammo is in short supply (no duh, right). But if you know where to look and how, it's actually not as bad as you think. In this episode we share tips, tricks, and resources for navigating the shortages.

But the search for bulk ammo has also given us a unique opportunity to observe something: What ammo sells out first. For years survivalists have assumed that NATO calibers were the way to go. The assumption was that these calibers would be in plentiful supply. However, current ammo shortages give us a glimpse into what happens when the majority of people are using a particular caliber. And it shows us what quality calibers are actually in relatively plentiful supply.

Plus, a special discussion on tin foil hats. The preppers who love them. And how to take them off to get a clear look at what may really be going on--or not.

~ Topics:

* Brief update of proposed new federal gun laws. * Finding bulk handgun ammo * Finding bulk rifle ammo * New thoughts on calibers to store and why * This seasons latest fashions in tin foil hats. * ...And how to take your tin foil hat off.

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