https://www.spreaker.com/show/the-survival-punk-podcastenHow ToCopyright James Burnettehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/b635ddaa569d491646fc3a703b04242e.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/show/the-survival-punk-podcastWed, 15 Apr 2026 10:28:25 +0000James BurnetteJames Burnettefeeds@spreaker.comThe Survivalpunk Podcast survival with a punk attitudefalseepisodichttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shelter-before-fire-why-you-ve-been-prioritizing-it-wrong-episode-610--71340050shelter before fire   Shelter Before Fire (Why You’ve Been Prioritizing It Wrong) | Episode 610 Quick Note Before We Start Before we get into this one—I want to apologize for the gap between episodes. I’ve been dealing with a pretty rough rhupus flare, and it’s been kicking my ass. Energy has been low, pain has been high, and honestly just getting through the day has been the priority. But we’re back. And I didn’t want to skip another day. Everyone Wants to Do the Sexy Stuff If you ask 100 people what they’d do first in a survival situation, most of them are going to say: “Build a fire.” Because that’s the sexy skill. It’s the one you see on TV. It’s the one that looks cool. It’s the one everyone wants to do. Same way if you ask a prepper: “Do you want to build your bug out binder or go buy another gun?” You already know the answer. People gravitate toward the exciting thing… not the important thing. Shelter Is More Important Than Fire Fire is important. No doubt. But shelter is more important. If you’re exposed to rain, wind, or cold, a fire alone is not going to save you. You’re going to lose heat faster than that fire can replace it. Shelter fixes that. Shelter blocks wind.
Shelter keeps you dry.
Shelter helps you retain heat. Without it, you’re just sitting next to a fire getting slowly wrecked by the elements. Fire Works Better With Shelter Anyway Here’s the part people miss. Fire becomes WAY more effective once you have shelter. You can reflect heat.
You can trap warmth.
You can control airflow. Without shelter, your fire is just fighting the environment. With shelter, your fire actually works for you. Stop Splitting Effort—Build Shelter First You see this on survival shows all the time. One person starts the shelter.
One person starts the fire. That sounds balanced. But in reality, it’s often inefficient. It would make more sense in a lot of situations for both people to focus on the shelter first. Get it done. Then move on to fire and make it sustainable. Because once the shelter is up, everything else gets easier. Shelter Solves More Problems Shelter doesn’t just keep you warm. It protects you from rain.
It blocks wind.
It gives you a place to rest.
It even provides some protection from animals. Is it going to stop a charging rhino? No. But most of us aren’t dealing with that. For realistic scenarios, a shelter gives you a massive advantage. This Is Where Skills Actually Matter I’ve always liked building shelters. Even as a kid, I was out in the backyard building little huts out of sticks and branches. Was it perfect? No. Was it functional? Also no. But it built the foundation. And that’s the key. These skills don’t just magically show up when you need them. You have to practice them. Preferably before you’re cold, wet, and miserable. Use It as an Excuse to Train (and Bond) If you’ve got kids, this is an easy win. Tell them you’re going outside to build a fort. They’re in immediately. It gets them off screens. It gets them outside. And it builds real skills without it feeling like “training.” That’s a win across the board. Prioritize What Actually Keeps You Alive At the end of the day, survival isn’t about what looks cool. It’s about what works. Fire is great. But shelter is what keeps you alive long enough to use that fire effectively. So next time you’re thinking about survival priorities, flip the script. Shelter first. Then fire. This has been James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to Survive.   Amazon Item OF The Day OneTigris Proteus Camping Tarp, Versatile Waterproof Lightweight Tarp Shelter with Doors, Extra Large 20.1ft x 9.2ft, Ideal for Camping, Hiking, Backpacking, Tent, Bushcraft Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joiningThe Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts!   Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube
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Shelter keeps you dry.
Shelter helps you retain heat. Without it, you’re just sitting next to a fire getting slowly wrecked by the elements. Fire Works Better With Shelter Anyway Here’s the part people miss. Fire becomes WAY more effective once you have shelter. You can reflect heat.
You can trap warmth.
You can control airflow. Without shelter, your fire is just fighting the environment. With shelter, your fire actually works for you. Stop Splitting Effort—Build Shelter First You see this on survival shows all the time. One person starts the shelter.
One person starts the fire. That sounds balanced. But in reality, it’s often inefficient. It would make more sense in a lot of situations for both people to focus on the shelter first. Get it done. Then move on to fire and make it sustainable. Because once the shelter is up, everything else gets easier. Shelter Solves More Problems Shelter doesn’t just keep you warm. It protects you from rain.
It blocks wind.
It gives you a place to rest.
It even provides some protection from animals. Is it going to stop a charging rhino? No. But most of us aren’t dealing with that. For realistic scenarios, a shelter gives you a massive advantage. This Is Where Skills Actually Matter I’ve always liked building shelters. Even as a kid, I was out in the backyard building little huts out of sticks and branches. Was it perfect? No. Was it functional? Also no. But it built the foundation. And that’s the key. These skills don’t just magically show up when you need them. You have to practice them. Preferably before you’re cold, wet, and miserable. Use It as an Excuse to Train (and Bond) If you’ve got kids, this is an easy win. Tell them you’re going outside to build a fort. They’re in immediately. It gets them off screens. It gets them outside. And it builds real skills without it feeling like “training.” That’s a win across the board. Prioritize What Actually Keeps You Alive At the end of the day, survival isn’t about what looks cool. It’s about what works. Fire is great. But shelter is what keeps you alive long enough to use that fire effectively. So next time you’re thinking about survival priorities, flip the script. Shelter first. Then fire. This has been James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to Survive.   Amazon Item OF The Day OneTigris Proteus Camping Tarp, Versatile Waterproof Lightweight Tarp Shelter with Doors, Extra Large 20.1ft x 9.2ft, Ideal for Camping, Hiking, Backpacking, Tent, Bushcraft Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider872false610fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-s-actually-wrong-with-me-and-why-it-matters-for-survival-episode-609--71059926whats wrong with me What’s Actually Wrong With Me (And Why It Matters for Survival) | Episode 609 This One’s a Little Different This is going to be a different kind of episode. If you’re brand new, this might not be the best place to start. But if you’ve been listening for a while, you’ve probably heard me mention that something hasn’t been right. Fatigue. Pain. Just feeling like absolute shit for months. And I finally have answers. I Thought It Was Just Getting Older For the longest time, I chalked everything up to getting older. I’m 44. I’ve got a physical job. I’ve got a six-year-old with the energy of a nuclear reactor. Of course I’m tired. Of course I hurt. That’s what I told myself. But it kept getting worse. Getting off the couch became a chore. Playing with my daughter became something I physically couldn’t do some days. That’s when it stops being “just getting older.” The Long Road to a Diagnosis I tried a lot of things. Checked testosterone. It was low-ish, not terrible, but enough that I went on TRT. At first? I felt like a god. Two months in, energy through the roof, felt amazing. Then it all came back. Pain. Fatigue. Everything. That’s when I knew something else was going on. I went through telehealth, got some blood work done, and one test came back just barely positive for something that could indicate lupus. Barely. Like right on the line. So I go to a rheumatologist. They run a ton of tests—vials and vials of blood—and we wait. Meanwhile, I’m feeding all this into ChatGPT, tracking symptoms, trying to figure it out. My wife is Googling like crazy, trying to prove it’s not lupus. Because if you look up lupus? It’s scary as hell. The Answer: Not One Thing—Two I finally sit down with the doctor and ask straight up: “With everything you’ve got… do you know what’s wrong with me?” She didn’t hesitate. Rheumatoid arthritis. And lupus. Both. There’s even a name for it when they overlap—“rhupus.” Lucky me. Two autoimmune diseases. No cure. Something I’ll be managing for the rest of my life. But here’s the thing… Knowing is a huge weight off. Knowing Changes Everything Before, I was just throwing shit at symptoms. Trying supplements. Trying random fixes. Guessing. Now I know what I’m dealing with. Now it’s not “what helps fatigue?” It’s “what helps this specific condition?” That’s a massive difference. Because now I can actually build a plan. The Reality of Living With It These diseases work in flares and remission. Some days are okay. Some days are bad. And some days you just have to ride it out. Right now, I’ve been in a pretty bad stretch. You’ve probably noticed episodes haven’t been as consistent. That’s why. I’ve felt like total garbage. What’s Actually Helping (And What’s Not) I’ve tried a ton of stuff. Most of it didn’t do a damn thing. The one thing that has consistently helped me function? Kratom. Without it, I’m basically stuck. In pain. Not moving. With it, I can function closer to normal. And yeah, people have opinions about that. I get it. But when it’s the difference between working and not working… that matters. Now I’ve been put on hydroxychloroquine, which is kind of the standard starting point for lupus. The downside? It takes months to fully kick in. Which sucks when you feel like garbage right now. I’ll likely end up pushing for something like prednisone in the short term just to get relief while that builds up. Why This Matters for Prepping This ties directly into survival. If something goes wrong—real world, grid down, whatever—and I’m in a bad flare? I’m not protecting anybody. I’m not doing anything. That’s a problem. Health is a prep. If you’ve got symptoms—fatigue, pain, weird stuff going on—go get checked. Because if you don’t know what’s wrong, you can’t plan for it. And if you can’t plan for it, it can take you out when it matters most. I know now that I’ll likely be on medication long-term. So guess what? That becomes part of my preps. I’m not running out of something I need to function. That’s not happening. Get Checked Before You Have To If you’re dealing with symptoms and ignoring them, stop. Go to the doctor. Get blood work. Figure it out. Because this stuff doesn’t just go away. And the longer it goes untreated, the worse it can get. Including permanent damage. You don’t want to figure this out in the middle of a crisis. Handle it now. This has been James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to Survive.       Amazon Item OF The Day AUVON XL Weekly Pill Organizer 2 Times a Day, Pill Box 7 Day with One-Side Large Openings for Easy to Use, Black Privacy Protection AM PM Pill Case for Medication, Vitamins, Fish Oils, Supplements Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joiningThe Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts!   Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube
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Just feeling like absolute shit for months. And I finally have answers. I Thought It Was Just Getting Older For the longest time, I chalked everything up to getting older. I’m 44. I’ve got a physical job. I’ve got a six-year-old with the energy of a nuclear reactor. Of course I’m tired. Of course I hurt. That’s what I told myself. But it kept getting worse. Getting off the couch became a chore. Playing with my daughter became something I physically couldn’t do some days. That’s when it stops being “just getting older.” The Long Road to a Diagnosis I tried a lot of things. Checked testosterone. It was low-ish, not terrible, but enough that I went on TRT. At first? I felt like a god. Two months in, energy through the roof, felt amazing. Then it all came back. Pain. Fatigue. Everything. That’s when I knew something else was going on. I went through telehealth, got some blood work done, and one test came back just barely positive for something that could indicate lupus. Barely. Like right on the line. So I go to a rheumatologist. They run a ton of tests—vials and vials of blood—and we wait. Meanwhile, I’m feeding all this into ChatGPT, tracking symptoms, trying to figure it out. My wife is Googling like crazy, trying to prove it’s not lupus. Because if you look up lupus? It’s scary as hell. The Answer: Not One Thing—Two I finally sit down with the doctor and ask straight up: “With everything you’ve got… do you know what’s wrong with me?” She didn’t hesitate. Rheumatoid arthritis. And lupus. Both. There’s even a name for it when they overlap—“rhupus.” Lucky me. Two autoimmune diseases. No cure. Something I’ll be managing for the rest of my life. But here’s the thing… Knowing is a huge weight off. Knowing Changes Everything Before, I was just throwing shit at symptoms. Trying supplements. Trying random fixes. Guessing. Now I know what I’m dealing with. Now it’s not “what helps fatigue?” It’s “what helps this specific condition?” That’s a massive difference. Because now I can actually build a plan. The Reality of Living With It These diseases work in flares and remission. Some days are okay. Some days are bad. And some days you just have to ride it out. Right now, I’ve been in a pretty bad stretch. You’ve probably noticed episodes haven’t been as consistent. That’s why. I’ve felt like total garbage. What’s Actually Helping (And What’s Not) I’ve tried a ton of stuff. Most of it didn’t do a damn thing. The one thing that has consistently helped me function? Kratom. Without it, I’m basically stuck. In pain. Not moving. With it, I can function closer to normal. And yeah, people have opinions about that. I get it. But when it’s the difference between working and not working… that matters. Now I’ve been put on hydroxychloroquine, which is kind of the standard starting point for lupus. The downside? It takes months to fully kick in. Which sucks when you feel like garbage right now. I’ll likely end up pushing for something like prednisone in the short term just to get relief while that builds up. Why This Matters for Prepping This ties directly into survival. If something goes wrong—real world, grid down, whatever—and I’m in a bad flare? I’m not protecting anybody. I’m not doing anything. That’s a problem. Health is a prep. If you’ve got symptoms—fatigue, pain, weird stuff going on—go get checked. Because if you don’t know what’s wrong, you can’t plan for it. And if you can’t plan for it, it can take you out when it matters most. I know now that...]]>1640false609fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fire-starting-under-real-conditions-episode-608--71016397Hard Fire Starting   Fire Starting Under Real Conditions (Not YouTube Conditions) | Episode 608 You Think You Can Start a Fire—Until You Actually Try Everybody thinks they can start a fire. You’ve watched the videos. You’ve seen the ferro rod sparks. Maybe you’ve even messed around with a lighter and some dry leaves. And in your head, you’re like, “Yeah, I got this.” Until you don’t. Because real-world fire starting is not YouTube fire starting. YouTube Makes It Look Easy You watch survival channels and they make it look effortless. Hand drill, bow drill, ferro rod—boom, fire. What you don’t see is the setup. Perfect tinder. Perfect conditions. Dry materials. Multiple takes. Editing out all the failures. I’ve tried hand drill fires multiple times. Never successfully done it. Got close once. Ember, bird’s nest, little flame… then nothing. Gone. And that’s the part people don’t see. Fire starting is not guaranteed. Sometimes you have to earn it. Conditions Matter More Than Skill You can know exactly what you’re doing and still fail. Humidity, damp wood, bad tinder—those things will shut you down fast. Tennessee isn’t a rainforest, but it might as well be half the year with the humidity. I’ve been in situations with other experienced people, trying to start a fire in a burn barrel with a lighter… and still struggling. That should tell you something. It’s not always about skill. Sometimes nature just says no. Laziness Will Bite You When you get comfortable with a skill, you start cutting corners. You stop building a proper fire structure.
You don’t prep your materials well enough.
You just try to brute force it. Sometimes it works. And that’s the problem. Because when it does work, it reinforces the laziness. So the next time, you do the same thing. Until one day… it doesn’t work. And now you’re stuck. At some point, you have to step back and say, “Alright, I’m not respecting the process.” Then you slow down. Build it right. Do it properly. Don’t Be an Idiot With Fire Starters Let’s talk about the dumb stuff. Gasoline. Don’t. Even I know better than that—and that’s saying something. Gasoline doesn’t just burn. It explodes. There are way too many horror stories of people getting seriously hurt trying to start fires with it. There are better options. Charcoal starter fluid is safer. Alcohol works. Even simple things like vegetable oil soaked newspaper can burn long enough to get a fire going. That’s actually one of my go-to methods for charcoal chimneys—newspaper with vegetable oil. Works almost every time. Long Burn Time Solves Most Problems If there’s one trick that will massively increase your success rate, it’s this: Use fire starters that burn longer. Cotton balls soaked in coconut oil or Vaseline.
Paraffin-coated pads.
Even simple oil-soaked materials. The longer something burns, the more time you have to get your fire established. And time is everything when conditions suck. I’ve had fire starters burn so long I didn’t even need the whole thing. That’s the advantage. Find the Right Wood (Or You’re Screwed) Your materials matter. Standing deadwood is your best friend. Especially the inner core. If it’s laying on the ground, there’s a good chance it’s soaked, rotted, or useless. If it’s standing or leaning, you’ve got a much better shot at finding dry material inside. And if you can find cedar? Even better. Different woods behave differently. Knowing that gives you an edge. More Tools = Better Odds This is where gear actually matters. Not in a flashy way—but in a practical one. Ferro rods, char cloth, magnesium blocks—these all increase your chances. Just don’t cheap out. A bad ferro rod that falls apart when you need it? That’s useless. The goal isn’t to rely on one method. It’s to stack the odds in your favor. Because some days, you’re going to need every advantage you can get. Sometimes You Have to Earn It There are days where fire just isn’t easy. Where everything is damp. Where nothing wants to catch. And you either put in the effort… or you don’t get a fire. That’s reality. So don’t train in perfect conditions. Don’t rely on edited YouTube success. Go out and try it when it’s harder. Because that’s when it actually matters. This has been James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to Survive.   Amazon Item OF The Day bayite 4 Inch Survival Ferrocerium Drilled Flint Fire Starter, Ferro Rod Kit with Paracord Landyard Handle and Striker, 4″(Long) x 3/8″(Diameter)   Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joiningThe Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts!   Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube
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You don’t prep your materials well enough.
You just try to brute force it. Sometimes it works. And that’s the problem. Because when it does work, it reinforces the laziness. So the next time, you do the same thing. Until one day… it doesn’t work. And now you’re stuck. At some point, you have to step back and say, “Alright, I’m not respecting the process.” Then you slow down. Build it right. Do it properly. Don’t Be an Idiot With Fire Starters Let’s talk about the dumb stuff. Gasoline. Don’t. Even I know better than that—and that’s saying something. Gasoline doesn’t just burn. It explodes. There are way too many horror stories of people getting seriously hurt trying to start fires with it. There are better options. Charcoal starter fluid is safer. Alcohol works. Even simple things like vegetable oil soaked newspaper can burn long enough to get a fire going. That’s actually one of my go-to methods for charcoal chimneys—newspaper with vegetable oil. Works almost every time. Long Burn Time Solves Most Problems If there’s one trick that will massively increase your success rate, it’s this: Use fire starters that burn longer. Cotton balls soaked in coconut oil or Vaseline.
Paraffin-coated pads.
Even simple oil-soaked materials. The longer something burns, the more time you have to get your fire established. And time is everything when conditions suck. I’ve had fire starters burn so long I didn’t even need the whole thing. That’s the advantage. Find the Right Wood (Or You’re Screwed) Your materials matter. Standing deadwood is your best friend. Especially the inner core. If it’s laying on the ground, there’s a good chance it’s soaked, rotted, or useless. If it’s standing or leaning, you’ve got a much better shot at finding dry material inside. And if you can find cedar? Even better. Different woods behave differently. Knowing that gives you an edge. More Tools = Better Odds This is where gear actually matters. Not in a flashy way—but in a practical one. Ferro rods, char cloth, magnesium blocks—these all increase your chances. Just don’t cheap out. A bad ferro rod that falls apart when you need it? That’s useless. The goal isn’t to rely on one method. It’s to stack the odds in your favor. Because some days, you’re going to need every advantage you...]]>1254falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/you-re-not-broke-you-re-leaking-money-everywhere-episode-607--70848039budget bleeding You’re Not Broke — You’re Leaking Money Everywhere | Episode 607 It’s Not the Big Bills—It’s Death by a Thousand Cuts Most people think they’re broke because of the big stuff. Mortgage is too high. Car payment is too high. Groceries are too high. And yeah… some of that is true. But that’s not usually what’s actually killing you. It’s the little things. The constant small leaks that add up over time. That’s where your money is going. That’s why your budget doesn’t balance. It’s death by a thousand cuts. And the reason most people don’t see it is because they’re not actually tracking anything. You Don’t Have a Budget—You Have a Guess If you’re not tracking your money, you don’t have a budget. You have a guess. The times I’ve sat down and run my finances with an iron fist—tracking everything, planning everything—our finances were flawless. The problem is… that takes effort. A lot of it. Which is why systems matter. Automation matters. Because if you rely on willpower alone, you’re going to fall off eventually. Automate What You Can (Before You Screw It Up) The best solution for most people is to build systems that run your finances for you. Separate accounts. Automatic payments. Scheduled transfers. Set it up so the money goes where it needs to go before you even touch it. Because if it hits your account and just sits there… you’re going to spend it. That’s just reality. There are apps that can help with this too. Things like Rocket Money that pull in all your accounts and show you exactly where your money is going. That’s the easy way. The better way is combining that with actually writing things down and paying attention. You Don’t Need to Cut Everything—Just See It First Here’s where people mess up. They think budgeting means cutting everything fun out of their life. It doesn’t. The first step is just awareness. Write everything down. Every bill. Every subscription. Every stupid little charge. Then look at it. You’ll find things that don’t make sense. Maybe you’re spending money on subscriptions you haven’t used in months. Maybe you’ve got a gym membership you haven’t touched since January. Maybe you’re dropping money daily on something that doesn’t actually matter that much. Or maybe it does matter—and that’s fine. The point isn’t to eliminate everything. The point is to decide what’s actually worth it. Give Yourself Permission to Spend This is where most budgets fail. They’re too strict. If you don’t leave room for fun, you’re going to break the system. In our house, we have money set aside for spending. My wife even jokes and calls it her “allowance.” It’s not that—but it gives her the freedom to spend without blowing up the whole budget. Before that? She went hog wild. That’s what happens when there are no guardrails. Now it’s controlled. It’s intentional. And it works. Same with eating out. It’s in the budget. Not unlimited. Not crazy. But enough that we’re not miserable. Because if your budget makes your life suck, you’re not going to stick to it. It’s a Partnership—Not Control If you’re married, this part matters a lot. There’s always one person who wants to dial everything in… and one person who feels like they’re being controlled. That’s normal. The solution isn’t to force it. The solution is to involve them. Let them have input. Let them fight for what they want in the budget. Because if they don’t feel ownership, they’re going to ignore it. And then the whole thing falls apart. Check It, Adjust It, Repeat You can’t make a budget once and forget it. Things change. Bills change. Income changes. Life changes. You should be looking at your budget at least once a month. Could you automate it enough to check it once a year? Maybe. But you’re probably going to run into problems if you do that. Stay on top of it. Adjust when needed. Because once you actually see where your money is going, you’ll realize something important. You were never broke. You were just leaking money everywhere. This has been James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to Survive.   Amazon Item OF The Day Clever Fox Budget Planner – Expense Tracker Notebook. Monthly Budgeting Organizer, Finance Logbook & Accounts Book, Bill Tracker, A5 (Black) Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joiningThe Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts!   Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube
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The constant small leaks that add up over time. That’s where your money is going. That’s why your budget doesn’t balance. It’s death by a thousand cuts. And the reason most people don’t see it is because they’re not actually tracking anything. You Don’t Have a Budget—You Have a Guess If you’re not tracking your money, you don’t have a budget. You have a guess. The times I’ve sat down and run my finances with an iron fist—tracking everything, planning everything—our finances were flawless. The problem is… that takes effort. A lot of it. Which is why systems matter. Automation matters. Because if you rely on willpower alone, you’re going to fall off eventually. Automate What You Can (Before You Screw It Up) The best solution for most people is to build systems that run your finances for you. Separate accounts. Automatic payments. Scheduled transfers. Set it up so the money goes where it needs to go before you even touch it. Because if it hits your account and just sits there… you’re going to spend it. That’s just reality. There are apps that can help with this too. Things like Rocket Money that pull in all your accounts and show you exactly where your money is going. That’s the easy way. The better way is combining that with actually writing things down and paying attention. You Don’t Need to Cut Everything—Just See It First Here’s where people mess up. They think budgeting means cutting everything fun out of their life. It doesn’t. The first step is just awareness. Write everything down. Every bill. Every subscription. Every stupid little charge. Then look at it. You’ll find things that don’t make sense. Maybe you’re spending money on subscriptions you haven’t used in months. Maybe you’ve got a gym membership you haven’t touched since January. Maybe you’re dropping money daily on something that doesn’t actually matter that much. Or maybe it does matter—and that’s fine. The point isn’t to eliminate everything. The point is to decide what’s actually worth it. Give Yourself Permission to Spend This is where most budgets fail. They’re too strict. If you don’t leave room for fun, you’re going to break the system. In our house, we have money set aside for spending. My wife even jokes and calls it her “allowance.” It’s not that—but it gives her the freedom to spend without blowing up the whole budget. Before that? She went hog wild. That’s what happens when there are no guardrails. Now it’s controlled. It’s intentional. And it works. Same with eating out. It’s in the budget. Not unlimited. Not crazy. But enough that we’re not miserable. Because if your budget makes your life suck, you’re not going to stick to it. It’s a Partnership—Not Control If you’re married, this part matters a lot. There’s always one person who wants to dial everything in… and one person who feels like they’re being controlled. That’s normal. The solution isn’t to force it. The solution is to involve them. Let them have input. Let them fight for what they want in the budget. Because if they don’t feel ownership, they’re going to ignore it. And then the whole thing falls apart. Check It, Adjust It, Repeat You can’t make a budget once and forget it. Things change. Bills change. Income changes. Life changes. You should be looking at your budget at least once a month. Could you automate it enough to check it once a year? Maybe. But you’re probably going to run into problems if you do that. Stay on top of it. Adjust when needed. Because once you actually see where your...]]>1072false607fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prepping-is-mostly-procrastination-episode-606--70826531procrastination   Prepping Is Mostly Procrastination | Episode 606 You’re Not Prepping—You’re Just Staying Busy Let’s get straight into it. Most of what people call “prepping” is just procrastination. It feels productive. It looks productive. But a lot of the time, you’re just fucking around. This isn’t just a prepper problem either. I see it at work all the time. People running around doing things, looking busy, asking questions, but not actually accomplishing much. And the answer is usually simple. Work the pallets faster. That fixes everything. People don’t like simple answers. They’d rather complicate things, add extra steps, or find something else to do so they can feel busy. Prepping is no different. Buying Gear Feels Like Progress Buying stuff feels good. There’s a dopamine hit that comes with it. You buy some new gear, some MREs, maybe another piece of kit—and it feels like you made progress. And don’t get me wrong, you do need to buy things. You can’t build a deep pantry without spending money. But a lot of people lean way too hard into that side of prepping. Buying a pallet of MREs feels awesome. It’s flashy. It’s something you can brag about. “Yeah, I bought a pallet of MREs this weekend.” That sounds a lot cooler than “I stocked canned goods and rotated my pantry.” But guess which one is more practical? Even I fall into this. I like MREs. They’re fun. Taking them on a hike with the family is a great time. But fun doesn’t always equal effective. Guns Are Cool—Training Is Better Same thing with firearms. Buying another gun feels great. It’s exciting. It’s interesting. It’s something you want to do. But if you haven’t trained recently, buying another firearm is probably not what you need. And I’m calling myself out here too. It’s been a while since I’ve taken a pistol class. I’ve never taken a rifle class. I’ve got gear I haven’t even properly tested yet. That’s a problem. Classes aren’t flashy. They’re not as fun as buying something new. But they are way more important. If you already have the basics covered, you should be investing in training before buying more gear. Watching Videos Isn’t Doing the Work “I’m doing research.” We’ve all said it. And yeah, YouTube is great. I watch a ton of it. There’s a lot you can learn from videos, books, and content. But at some point, you have to actually do the thing. Watching a video on planting perennials doesn’t plant your garden. Watching a video on building a trap doesn’t mean you can build one when it matters. You need to go outside and actually practice. Because knowledge without action is useless. Motion Isn’t Progress This is the core problem. Activity does not equal progress. You can spend years prepping and still be no better off than when you started. Buying gear without building skills. Watching videos without practicing. Talking about scenarios without making real changes. It feels like progress. It looks like progress. But it’s not. Do the Hard Stuff The things that actually matter aren’t flashy. Fixing your finances.
Getting in shape.
Learning real skills.
Changing your habits. That’s the hard stuff. That’s the stuff people avoid. It’s way easier to buy gear, make lists, and talk about “what if” scenarios than it is to face your real weaknesses and fix them. People wait for the perfect time to start. That time doesn’t exist. Start now. Even if it’s small. Even if it’s imperfect. Because doing something real beats pretending you’re preparing. This has been James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to Survive.   Amazon Item OF The Day ReadyWise Emergency Food Supply – 120 Servings Favorites Sample Bucket, Survival Food Kit, Freeze Dried Prepper Food & Dehydrated Meals for Camping Essentials & Backpacking, up to 25 Year Shelf Life Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joiningThe Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts!   Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube
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Getting in shape.
Learning real skills.
Changing your habits. That’s the hard stuff. That’s the stuff people avoid. It’s way easier to buy gear, make lists, and talk about “what if” scenarios than it is to face your real weaknesses and fix them. People wait for the perfect time to start. That time doesn’t exist. Start now. Even if it’s small. Even if it’s imperfect. Because doing something real beats pretending you’re preparing. This has been James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to Survive.   Amazon Item OF The Day ReadyWise Emergency Food Supply – 120 Servings Favorites Sample Bucket, Survival Food Kit, Freeze Dried Prepper Food & Dehydrated Meals for Camping Essentials & Backpacking, up to 25 Year Shelf Life Think...]]>1419false606fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/exposure-is-relative-episode-605--70776451exposure is relative   Exposure Is Relative | Episode 605 Cold Isn’t the Enemy—Being Unprepared Is When people think about exposure, they imagine extreme situations. Snowstorms. Mountains. Survival movies. But exposure doesn’t have to be extreme to mess you up. It happens in normal life. Your car breaks down. Power goes out. You get stuck outside longer than expected. That’s when it becomes real. Cold doesn’t kill you just because it’s cold. It kills you because you weren’t ready for it. And here’s the part most people miss—temperature is relative. What feels brutally cold to someone in the South is nothing to someone up North. Your body adapts… if you let it. You’ve Been Trained to Be Fragile Most people today live in constant comfort. Heated house. Heated car. Air-conditioned everything. You can go all day without actually feeling the environment. That’s convenient. But it comes at a cost. Your body never adapts. Same thing with heat. Someone who works outside all day in the summer handles it just fine. Someone who lives in AC melts the second it gets hot. You don’t rise to the occasion. You fall to your level of training. And if your training is comfort, you’re in trouble the moment something goes wrong. People Experience Temperature Differently This is something people argue about all the time. “It’s freezing in here.”
“No it’s not.” Both people can be right. Your tolerance is based on what you’re used to. If you never expose yourself to heat or cold, your comfort zone gets smaller and smaller. That’s not where you want to be. Because in a real-world situation, there is no thermostat to save you. Train It Before You Need It This is the part most people skip. You don’t wait for an emergency to figure out how your body handles cold, heat, wind, or rain. You practice it. Go outside when it’s cold. Not stupid cold, but uncomfortable cold. Take a walk. Do some work. Let your body deal with it. Same thing with heat. Spend time outside without immediately running back into AC. You’re not trying to suffer. You’re trying to adapt. The more you expose yourself in controlled ways, the less it shocks your system when it actually matters. Gear Helps—But It Won’t Save You Alone Everyone loves gear. I love gear too. But gear doesn’t replace experience. You can have a great jacket and still freeze if you don’t understand layering or sweat management. You can have electrolytes and still crash in the heat if you don’t pace yourself. Gear supports skill. It doesn’t replace it. The Goal Isn’t Hardcore—It’s Less Fragile This isn’t about becoming some extreme survival guy overnight. It’s about becoming less fragile than you were yesterday. A little more tolerant of discomfort.
A little more capable.
A little more prepared. Because when something goes sideways—and it will—you don’t want your first experience with exposure to be during an emergency. You want it to be something you’ve already handled. This has been James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to Survive.   Amazon Item OF The Day S.O.L. Survive Outdoors Longer 90% Heat Reflective Heavy-Duty Emergency Blanket – Thick, Rugged for Disaster Preparedness Kit – Waterproof, Windproof, Tear-Resistant – 58″ x 98″, 3.2 oz, Green   Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joiningThe Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts!   Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube
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“No it’s not.” Both people can be right. Your tolerance is based on what you’re used to. If you never expose yourself to heat or cold, your comfort zone gets smaller and smaller. That’s not where you want to be. Because in a real-world situation, there is no thermostat to save you. Train It Before You Need It This is the part most people skip. You don’t wait for an emergency to figure out how your body handles cold, heat, wind, or rain. You practice it. Go outside when it’s cold. Not stupid cold, but uncomfortable cold. Take a walk. Do some work. Let your body deal with it. Same thing with heat. Spend time outside without immediately running back into AC. You’re not trying to suffer. You’re trying to adapt. The more you expose yourself in controlled ways, the less it shocks your system when it actually matters. Gear Helps—But It Won’t Save You Alone Everyone loves gear. I love gear too. But gear doesn’t replace experience. You can have a great jacket and still freeze if you don’t understand layering or sweat management. You can have electrolytes and still crash in the heat if you don’t pace yourself. Gear supports skill. It doesn’t replace it. The Goal Isn’t Hardcore—It’s Less Fragile This isn’t about becoming some extreme survival guy overnight. It’s about becoming less fragile than you were yesterday. A little more tolerant of discomfort.
A little more capable.
A little more prepared. Because when something goes sideways—and it will—you don’t want your first experience with exposure to be during an emergency. You want it to be something you’ve already handled. This has been James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to Survive.   Amazon Item OF The Day S.O.L. Survive Outdoors Longer 90% Heat Reflective Heavy-Duty Emergency Blanket – Thick, Rugged for Disaster Preparedness Kit – Waterproof, Windproof, Tear-Resistant – 58″ x 98″, 3.2 oz, Green   Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joiningThe Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts!   Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat 1344falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fitness-myths-that-need-to-die-episode-604--70656343fitness myths   Fitness Myths That Need to Die | Episode 604 When People Try to Stop Your Progress Before we even get into the actual fitness myths, there’s something that happens during almost every weight loss journey that people don’t talk about enough. At some point, people will try to stop you. I don’t understand the psychology behind it, but it absolutely happens. If you start losing weight and getting healthier, people will try to convince you that you’ve gone far enough. And interestingly, it’s almost never the people who are actually fit. People who are in great shape never say things like “You should probably stop losing weight.” They don’t say “You’re getting too healthy.” That message almost always comes from people who are not healthy themselves. Eventually weight loss stops being about the number on the scale. It becomes about body fat percentage and what you see in the mirror. I’ve been on this journey for years. Back in my early twenties I realized I had gotten seriously fat. I was probably close to 300 pounds and knew I had to do something about it. I went all in on Atkins back in the early 2000s, before keto was even a buzzword. I followed the book exactly and stuck with it for nearly a year. It worked great, but life happens and eventually I fell off track. Later I tried CrossFit and paleo for about a year. That also worked and I got down to around 190 pounds, but I still never reached my original goal of 180. After my daughter was born my wife and I went back to keto and again I landed around that same 190 mark. Eventually I tried retatrutide and got down to about 160 pounds. Funny thing is, even at 160 I didn’t look as good as I expected. I was what people call “skinny fat.” My arms and face looked thin, but I still had fat around the midsection. Now I’m sitting around 192 pounds but with more muscle and visible abs starting to show. The scale says I weigh more, but I actually look better. That’s why chasing a scale number alone isn’t the real goal. Body composition matters a lot more. My wife had a similar journey. She started around 180 pounds and set a few goals for herself. Her stretch goal was 120 pounds. She hit it. And immediately people started asking if she was going to stop now. As if she had reached some imaginary finish line. But belly fat is usually the last thing to go, so she still had a little progress she wanted to make. If you’re improving yourself, don’t let other people talk you out of it. The “Turn Fat Into Muscle” Myth One of the dumbest things people constantly say is that you should “turn fat into muscle.” That’s not how the human body works. Fat cells are fat cells. Muscle cells are muscle cells. They are completely different types of tissue. Fat stores energy. Muscle contracts and produces movement. Fat sits on top of muscle. It doesn’t magically convert into muscle fibers. You can shrink fat cells by losing body fat, and you can build muscle through resistance training, but one does not transform into the other. People say this all the time because it sounds catchy and motivational, but biologically it’s nonsense. You can lose fat. You can build muscle. But you cannot convert one into the other. The Truth About “Toning” “Toning” is another word that gets thrown around constantly. In reality, toning is mostly a marketing term. What people actually mean when they say they want to “tone” is that they want to lose body fat and build enough muscle so that definition starts to show. Muscle definition appears when body fat percentage drops low enough to reveal the muscle underneath. That’s it. If you lose weight gradually and build some muscle along the way, your skin will usually tighten up naturally over time as well. The body is surprisingly good at adapting when changes happen slowly. Loose skin can happen if someone loses a massive amount of weight very quickly, but for most people gradual fat loss combined with strength training produces the “toned” look they’re after. The Leg Press vs Squats Debate Another myth I hear all the time is that the leg press machine is basically the same thing as squatting. It’s not. The leg press machine is a good exercise. It will give you a solid quadricep workout. But it isolates the legs and removes a lot of the stabilization and full-body engagement that squats require. When you squat, you’re supporting the bar on your back. Your core has to stabilize the weight. Your hips, glutes, back, and even smaller stabilizing muscles all have to work together. With the leg press, the machine does most of the stabilizing for you. You just push the weight. Another factor is body weight. When you squat, you are also moving your own body mass through space. That adds load to the movement. So when someone says they’re pressing 200 pounds on the leg press, that doesn’t translate directly to squatting 200 pounds. That said, the leg press still has its place. If your choices are leg press or doing nothing, go use the leg press. It’s still a good exercise. And if you don’t feel comfortable squatting heavy all the time, using the leg press as a primary movement with occasional squatting is still far better than skipping leg training entirely. Stop Repeating Gym Myths The fitness world is full of bad information that gets repeated endlessly. A lot of it comes from marketing, gym bro science, or people who simply don’t understand how the body works. You can’t turn fat into muscle. “Toning” isn’t some magical process. And machines don’t always replace real compound movements. The good news is that fitness doesn’t have to be complicated. Lose fat, build muscle, and stay consistent over time. Those basics will take you further than chasing every new trend or repeating every myth you hear in the gym. This has been James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to Survive.   Amazon Item OF The Day Fit Simplify Resistance Loop Exercise Bands with Instruction Guide and Carry Bag, Set of 5 Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joiningThe Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts!   Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube
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If you start losing weight and getting healthier, people will try to convince you that you’ve gone far enough. And interestingly, it’s almost never the people who are actually fit. People who are in great shape never say things like “You should probably stop losing weight.” They don’t say “You’re getting too healthy.” That message almost always comes from people who are not healthy themselves. Eventually weight loss stops being about the number on the scale. It becomes about body fat percentage and what you see in the mirror. I’ve been on this journey for years. Back in my early twenties I realized I had gotten seriously fat. I was probably close to 300 pounds and knew I had to do something about it. I went all in on Atkins back in the early 2000s, before keto was even a buzzword. I followed the book exactly and stuck with it for nearly a year. It worked great, but life happens and eventually I fell off track. Later I tried CrossFit and paleo for about a year. That also worked and I got down to around 190 pounds, but I still never reached my original goal of 180. After my daughter was born my wife and I went back to keto and again I landed around that same 190 mark. Eventually I tried retatrutide and got down to about 160 pounds. Funny thing is, even at 160 I didn’t look as good as I expected. I was what people call “skinny fat.” My arms and face looked thin, but I still had fat around the midsection. Now I’m sitting around 192 pounds but with more muscle and visible abs starting to show. The scale says I weigh more, but I actually look better. That’s why chasing a scale number alone isn’t the real goal. Body composition matters a lot more. My wife had a similar journey. She started around 180 pounds and set a few goals for herself. Her stretch goal was 120 pounds. She hit it. And immediately people started asking if she was going to stop now. As if she had reached some imaginary finish line. But belly fat is usually the last thing to go, so she still had a little progress she wanted to make. If you’re improving yourself, don’t let other people talk you out of it. The “Turn Fat Into Muscle” Myth One of the dumbest things people constantly say is that you should “turn fat into muscle.” That’s not how the human body works. Fat cells are fat cells. Muscle cells are muscle cells. They are completely different types of tissue. Fat stores energy. Muscle contracts and produces movement. Fat sits on top of muscle. It doesn’t magically convert into muscle fibers. You can shrink fat cells by losing body fat, and you can build muscle through resistance training, but one does not transform into the other. People say this all the time because it sounds catchy and motivational, but biologically it’s nonsense. You can lose fat. You can build muscle. But you cannot convert one into the other. The Truth About “Toning” “Toning” is another word that gets thrown around constantly. In reality, toning is mostly a marketing term. What people actually mean when they say they want to “tone” is that they want to lose body fat and build enough muscle so that definition starts to show. Muscle definition appears when body fat percentage drops low enough to reveal the muscle underneath. That’s it. If you lose weight gradually and build some muscle along the way, your skin will usually tighten up naturally over time as well. The body is surprisingly good at adapting when changes happen slowly. Loose skin can happen if someone loses a massive amount of weight...]]>1533false604fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-10-tools-that-solve-90-of-problems-part-2-episode-603--70621852tools part 2   The 10 Tools That Solve 90% of Problems (Part 2) | Episode 603 Picking Up Where We Left Off In the last episode, we talked about the first five tools that handle the majority of repairs around the house. Today, we’re finishing that list with five more tools that, together, will solve about 90% of the problems the average homeowner runs into. Once you go past this list, you start getting into specialty tools. Those are the tools you might only use once every few years. When that happens, you don’t necessarily need to buy them new. One trick is checking places like Facebook Marketplace. A lot of people buy a tool for one specific project, use it once, and then sell it afterward. If you catch it at the right time, you can often buy it cheaper, use it for your project, and sell it again when you’re done. You basically rented the tool for twenty or thirty bucks. But the tools in today’s episode are the ones you should actually own. A Good Claw Hammer If you somehow don’t own a hammer yet, go fix that immediately. Your first hammer should just be a standard claw hammer. Nothing fancy. You don’t need some crazy expensive framing hammer or specialty tool. A basic claw hammer will do almost everything you need it to do around the house. My general rule when buying tools is simple: skip the absolute cheapest one in the store. There’s always some garbage version that’s barely usable. Instead, look at the next cheapest option. That’s usually the sweet spot between price and quality. Eventually, you’ll probably add a rubber mallet to your toolbox as well. They’re cheap and they’re incredibly useful when you need to move or tap something into place without destroying it. Flooring, trim, or anything delicate benefits from that softer impact. Tape Measure You absolutely need a tape measure. You’ll use it constantly. Cutting wood, fitting furniture, installing shelves, measuring rooms before you buy materials—this tool comes out all the time. The real trick is learning how to actually read it well. Fractions matter, and if you’re working with someone else you need to be able to communicate the measurement correctly. Saying something like “eight and three lines” will get you laughed out of a job site. Also avoid gimmicky tape measures. Some of them try to cram in extra markings, metric conversions, or weird features that make the tape harder to read. A simple, clear tape measure with easy-to-see markings is all you really need.   Level (and Square)   A level is another tool that gets used far more than people expect. Hanging pictures, installing shelves, mounting TVs, building furniture—if something needs to be straight, you need a level. A three or four foot level works great for most homeowners. It also doubles as a straight edge when marking cuts. One trick I’ve used for years is using my level as a saw guide. Clamp it down along your cut line and run your circular saw against it. It works surprisingly well and saves you from buying specialized guides. Alongside a level, you’ll eventually want a square too. That’s the triangle-shaped tool carpenters use to make sure cuts and corners are perfectly 90 degrees. If you do enough projects you’ll probably end up owning several different types. But starting out, one level and one square will cover a lot of ground.   Headlamp   This is one of the most underrated tools you can own. A headlamp lets you see exactly what you’re doing while keeping both hands free. That’s huge when you’re working under a sink, inside an engine bay, or anywhere that doesn’t have great lighting. Sure, you can hold a flashlight in your mouth or make a kid stand there holding it while you yell at them to point it in the right spot. Or you can just wear a headlamp and solve the problem. Magnetic flashlights and lanterns are also fantastic. Stick them under a car hood or onto a metal surface and suddenly your whole workspace is lit up.   Step Ladder   The last tool on the list is a step ladder. And yes, you need one. If you don’t have a ladder, eventually you will do something stupid. You’ll stack buckets. You’ll climb onto chairs. You’ll balance on random things that were never meant to hold your weight. Most of us have done it at least once. Having a proper step ladder eliminates all that nonsense and makes life easier. Whether you’re reaching storage, fixing something overhead, or grabbing gear off a high shelf, you’ll use it far more often than you expect.   Building Your Core Tool Kit   Between this episode and the previous one, you now have ten tools that solve the majority of problems around the house. You don’t need a giant workshop or thousands of dollars worth of gear to be capable. A small set of practical tools—and the willingness to learn how to use them—goes a long way. Preparedness isn’t just about food storage or bug-out bags. Being able to fix your own stuff, repair your home, and solve problems without calling someone else every time is a huge part of real self-reliance. This has been James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to Survive.   Amazon Item OF The Day OLIGHT Perun 2 Mini Headlamp 1100 Lumens LED Head Flashlight, Rechargeable Headlight with Red Light Option, Great for Working, Hiking, Camping and Climbing (Black Cool White: 5700~6700K)   Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joiningThe Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts!   Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube
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Once you go past this list, you start getting into specialty tools. Those are the tools you might only use once every few years. When that happens, you don’t necessarily need to buy them new. One trick is checking places like Facebook Marketplace. A lot of people buy a tool for one specific project, use it once, and then sell it afterward. If you catch it at the right time, you can often buy it cheaper, use it for your project, and sell it again when you’re done. You basically rented the tool for twenty or thirty bucks. But the tools in today’s episode are the ones you should actually own. A Good Claw Hammer If you somehow don’t own a hammer yet, go fix that immediately. Your first hammer should just be a standard claw hammer. Nothing fancy. You don’t need some crazy expensive framing hammer or specialty tool. A basic claw hammer will do almost everything you need it to do around the house. My general rule when buying tools is simple: skip the absolute cheapest one in the store. There’s always some garbage version that’s barely usable. Instead, look at the next cheapest option. That’s usually the sweet spot between price and quality. Eventually, you’ll probably add a rubber mallet to your toolbox as well. They’re cheap and they’re incredibly useful when you need to move or tap something into place without destroying it. Flooring, trim, or anything delicate benefits from that softer impact. Tape Measure You absolutely need a tape measure. You’ll use it constantly. Cutting wood, fitting furniture, installing shelves, measuring rooms before you buy materials—this tool comes out all the time. The real trick is learning how to actually read it well. Fractions matter, and if you’re working with someone else you need to be able to communicate the measurement correctly. Saying something like “eight and three lines” will get you laughed out of a job site. Also avoid gimmicky tape measures. Some of them try to cram in extra markings, metric conversions, or weird features that make the tape harder to read. A simple, clear tape measure with easy-to-see markings is all you really need.   Level (and Square)   A level is another tool that gets used far more than people expect. Hanging pictures, installing shelves, mounting TVs, building furniture—if something needs to be straight, you need a level. A three or four foot level works great for most homeowners. It also doubles as a straight edge when marking cuts. One trick I’ve used for years is using my level as a saw guide. Clamp it down along your cut line and run your circular saw against it. It works surprisingly well and saves you from buying specialized guides. Alongside a level, you’ll eventually want a square too. That’s the triangle-shaped tool carpenters use to make sure cuts and corners are perfectly 90 degrees. If you do enough projects you’ll probably end up owning several different types. But starting out, one level and one square will cover a lot of ground.   Headlamp   This is one of the most underrated tools you can own. A headlamp lets you see exactly what you’re doing while keeping both hands free. That’s huge when you’re working under a sink, inside an engine bay, or anywhere that doesn’t have great lighting. Sure, you can hold a flashlight in your mouth or make a kid stand there holding it while you yell at them to point it in the right spot. Or you can just wear a headlamp and solve the problem. Magnetic flashlights and lanterns are also fantastic. Stick them under a car hood or onto a...]]>1376false603fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/10-tools-that-solve-90-of-your-problems-part-1-episode-602--70589040tools part 1   10 Tools That Solve 90% of Your Problems (Part 1) | Episode 602 Most problems around the house aren’t complicated. They’re just annoying. A loose screw, a dripping pipe, a stripped bolt, something that needs tightening or cutting. The real issue usually isn’t the repair itself. It’s not having the right tool when you need it. In this episode I start breaking down the 10 tools that solve about 90% of everyday problems. Whether you're a homeowner or even a renter, having a basic tool kit can save you money, frustration, and a lot of unnecessary trips to the hardware store. This episode covers the first five tools. Tomorrow we’ll finish the list. If you want to be more self-reliant, this is where to start.    Cordless Drill If there’s one tool that dramatically improves your ability to fix things, it’s a cordless drill. Driving screws, removing screws, drilling pilot holes, basic woodworking repairs — a drill speeds up almost every job. There are also little tricks you can do with it, like creating angled pilot holes when you need to join pieces of wood without fancy jigs. It’s one of those tools you end up using constantly once you own it. Multi-Bit Screwdriver A drill is powerful, but it’s not always the right tool. When you’re working with smaller screws, electronics, or anything delicate, a multi-bit screwdriver is perfect. Instead of keeping a dozen different screwdrivers around, one handle with interchangeable bits handles most jobs. I also keep a small electronics repair kit with precision bits for things like laptops and small devices. A Good Set of Screwdrivers There’s also something to be said for owning a simple set of real screwdrivers. Cheap ones tend to break — especially the handles. Good screwdrivers last a long time and give you better control when you need it. You don’t need every size imaginable. Just a few of the most common sizes will cover most situations. Adjustable Wrench An adjustable wrench — also called a crescent wrench — is one of those tools that’s always useful. It won’t always be the perfect tool for every bolt or nut, but when you don’t have the exact size wrench, it will usually get the job done. Having a couple different sizes makes it even more versatile. Monkey Wrench If you’ve ever dealt with plumbing problems, you know exactly why this tool matters. There are situations where a monkey wrench is the only tool that works properly. When pipes need tightening or loosening, it can save the day. If you don’t own one yet, eventually you’ll run into a moment where you wish you did. Tomorrow: The Rest of the List That’s the first half of the tools that solve most everyday problems. Tomorrow we’ll finish the list with five more tools that belong in every practical toolkit. Because the more capable you are with basic tools, the less dependent you are on other people to solve simple problems. And that’s real preparedness. DIY to Survive     Amazon Item OF The Day DEWALT 20V Max Cordless Drill Driver Set, 2 Speed, High Performance Motor, Includes 2 XR 1.3Ah Li-Ion Batteries, Charger and Contractor Bag (DCD771C2) Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joiningThe Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts!   Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube
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In this episode I start breaking down the 10 tools that solve about 90% of everyday problems. Whether you're a homeowner or even a renter, having a basic tool kit can save you money, frustration, and a lot of unnecessary trips to the hardware store. This episode covers the first five tools. Tomorrow we’ll finish the list. If you want to be more self-reliant, this is where to start.    Cordless Drill If there’s one tool that dramatically improves your ability to fix things, it’s a cordless drill. Driving screws, removing screws, drilling pilot holes, basic woodworking repairs — a drill speeds up almost every job. There are also little tricks you can do with it, like creating angled pilot holes when you need to join pieces of wood without fancy jigs. It’s one of those tools you end up using constantly once you own it. Multi-Bit Screwdriver A drill is powerful, but it’s not always the right tool. When you’re working with smaller screws, electronics, or anything delicate, a multi-bit screwdriver is perfect. Instead of keeping a dozen different screwdrivers around, one handle with interchangeable bits handles most jobs. I also keep a small electronics repair kit with precision bits for things like laptops and small devices. A Good Set of Screwdrivers There’s also something to be said for owning a simple set of real screwdrivers. Cheap ones tend to break — especially the handles. Good screwdrivers last a long time and give you better control when you need it. You don’t need every size imaginable. Just a few of the most common sizes will cover most situations. Adjustable Wrench An adjustable wrench — also called a crescent wrench — is one of those tools that’s always useful. It won’t always be the perfect tool for every bolt or nut, but when you don’t have the exact size wrench, it will usually get the job done. Having a couple different sizes makes it even more versatile. Monkey Wrench If you’ve ever dealt with plumbing problems, you know exactly why this tool matters. There are situations where a monkey wrench is the only tool that works properly. When pipes need tightening or loosening, it can save the day. If you don’t own one yet, eventually you’ll run into a moment where you wish you did. Tomorrow: The Rest of the List That’s the first half of the tools that solve most everyday problems. Tomorrow we’ll finish the list with five more tools that belong in every practical toolkit. Because the more capable you are with basic tools, the less dependent you are on other people to solve simple problems. And that’s real preparedness. DIY to Survive     Amazon Item OF The Day DEWALT 20V Max Cordless Drill Driver Set, 2 Speed, High Performance Motor, Includes 2 XR 1.3Ah Li-Ion Batteries, Charger and Contractor Bag (DCD771C2) Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joiningThe Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts!   Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on...]]>1357false602fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/plant-once-harvest-for-life-episode-601--70564826Perennials Plant Once, Harvest for Life | Episode 601 Growing food is one of the most important survival skills you can develop. A garden can feed your family, give you independence, and reduce your reliance on fragile supply chains. But let’s be honest — gardens can also be a lot of work. Planting every year, maintaining beds, watering, fertilizing, harvesting. It takes time and effort. So what if you could plant something once and harvest from it for years or even decades? Today we’re talking about perennials you plant once and harvest for life. Fruit Trees: Long-Term Food Security Fruit trees are one of the best investments you can make in a long-term food system. Apples, pears, peaches, plums, nectarines, cherries — once established they can produce food for decades with relatively little maintenance. The key advice here is simple: grow what you actually like to eat. If you love apples, plant apples. If you love peaches, plant peaches. But there’s another opportunity here that many people overlook. Instead of growing the same varieties you see in grocery stores, grow unusual or specialty varieties. There are thousands of apple varieties alone. Some have unique flavors, unusual colors, or striking appearances. Things like pink-fleshed apples or deep purple varieties can stand out in farmers markets and command a higher price. If you're going to plant trees that will produce for decades, you might as well plant something interesting. Avoid Monocropping Another reason to grow multiple varieties is resilience. If you plant twenty identical apple trees and a pest or disease hits that specific variety, you could lose your entire orchard. By planting different varieties, you reduce the risk and increase the overall resilience of your system. It also extends your harvest window since different varieties ripen at different times. Berry Bushes: Easy Perennial Calories Berry bushes are another excellent perennial food source. Blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries can produce fruit year after year once established. Many of them spread naturally and become even more productive over time. They’re also easy to harvest and can fit into small spaces. Some berry bushes can even serve as natural barriers. Thorny plants like blackberries and raspberries can help deter animals or even people from wandering through certain areas. That means your food production can also double as a defensive landscape feature.   Asparagus: A Perennial Vegetable   Most vegetables are annuals, meaning you have to plant them every year. Asparagus is one of the rare exceptions. Once established, an asparagus patch can produce for 15–20 years or more. It takes a few years to get going, but once it does, it comes back every spring and keeps producing. It’s one of the best “plant once, harvest for years” foods you can grow.   Rhubarb and Perennial Herbs   Rhubarb is another tough perennial plant that comes back year after year. It produces large stalks that can be used in pies, jams, and preserves. It’s cold-tolerant and very hardy, making it a good option in many climates. Herbs are another category that often comes back year after year. Plants like mint, oregano, thyme, chives, and rosemary can continue growing season after season with minimal effort. Growing herbs at home saves money and keeps fresh flavor available anytime you need it. Instead of buying a bunch of herbs and letting half of it rot in the refrigerator, you can simply step outside and cut what you need.   Nut Trees: High-Calorie Survival Food   Finally, we have nut trees. Pecans, walnuts, and chestnuts produce calorie-dense foods that can feed people for generations. Nuts contain healthy fats and protein — things that can be harder to obtain in survival situations. Unlike annual crops, these trees can produce for decades or even longer, making them an excellent long-term investment for a food-producing landscape. Chestnuts are particularly interesting historically. The American chestnut once dominated forests across the eastern United States before blight nearly wiped it out. Today people are working to restore blight-resistant varieties, while Chinese chestnuts remain widely available and productive.   Building a Perennial Food System   The biggest takeaway from today’s episode is simple. Annual gardens are great, but perennial food systems are powerful. Plant trees. Plant berry bushes. Plant herbs that come back every year. Add asparagus, rhubarb, and nut trees. These plants reduce your workload while increasing long-term food production. And the sooner you plant them, the sooner they start producing. Because when it comes to perennial food systems, the best time to plant them was yesterday. The second best time is today. This has been James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to Survive.     Amazon Item OF The Day GURNEY'S – Double Delicious 2-in-1 Apple Dormant Bare Root Starter Fruit Tree – 2 varieites on one Tree!  Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joiningThe Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts!   Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube
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So what if you could plant something once and harvest from it for years or even decades? Today we’re talking about perennials you plant once and harvest for life. Fruit Trees: Long-Term Food Security Fruit trees are one of the best investments you can make in a long-term food system. Apples, pears, peaches, plums, nectarines, cherries — once established they can produce food for decades with relatively little maintenance. The key advice here is simple: grow what you actually like to eat. If you love apples, plant apples. If you love peaches, plant peaches. But there’s another opportunity here that many people overlook. Instead of growing the same varieties you see in grocery stores, grow unusual or specialty varieties. There are thousands of apple varieties alone. Some have unique flavors, unusual colors, or striking appearances. Things like pink-fleshed apples or deep purple varieties can stand out in farmers markets and command a higher price. If you're going to plant trees that will produce for decades, you might as well plant something interesting. Avoid Monocropping Another reason to grow multiple varieties is resilience. If you plant twenty identical apple trees and a pest or disease hits that specific variety, you could lose your entire orchard. By planting different varieties, you reduce the risk and increase the overall resilience of your system. It also extends your harvest window since different varieties ripen at different times. Berry Bushes: Easy Perennial Calories Berry bushes are another excellent perennial food source. Blueberries, raspberries, and blackberries can produce fruit year after year once established. Many of them spread naturally and become even more productive over time. They’re also easy to harvest and can fit into small spaces. Some berry bushes can even serve as natural barriers. Thorny plants like blackberries and raspberries can help deter animals or even people from wandering through certain areas. That means your food production can also double as a defensive landscape feature.   Asparagus: A Perennial Vegetable   Most vegetables are annuals, meaning you have to plant them every year. Asparagus is one of the rare exceptions. Once established, an asparagus patch can produce for 15–20 years or more. It takes a few years to get going, but once it does, it comes back every spring and keeps producing. It’s one of the best “plant once, harvest for years” foods you can grow.   Rhubarb and Perennial Herbs   Rhubarb is another tough perennial plant that comes back year after year. It produces large stalks that can be used in pies, jams, and preserves. It’s cold-tolerant and very hardy, making it a good option in many climates. Herbs are another category that often comes back year after year. Plants like mint, oregano, thyme, chives, and rosemary can continue growing season after season with minimal effort. Growing herbs at home saves money and keeps fresh flavor available anytime you need it. Instead of buying a bunch of herbs and letting half of it rot in the refrigerator, you can simply step outside and cut what you need.   Nut Trees: High-Calorie Survival Food   Finally, we have nut trees. Pecans, walnuts, and chestnuts produce calorie-dense foods that can feed people for generations. Nuts contain healthy fats and protein — things that can be harder to obtain in survival situations. Unlike annual crops, these trees can produce for decades or even longer, making them an excellent...]]>1354false601fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-upgrade-trap-episode-600--70545999upgrade life   The Upgrade Trap | Episode 600 It’s incredibly easy to fall into what I call the upgrade trap. Phones, laptops, TVs, cars — companies are constantly pushing the newest version of everything. The marketing tells you your current gear is outdated, slow, or missing the latest features. So people upgrade every year or two without really thinking about the long-term cost. Today we’re talking about how this trap works, why it’s so effective, and how you can break free from it. The Phone Upgrade Cycle Smartphones are probably the most obvious example of the upgrade trap. Every year there’s a new iPhone. Every year there’s a new Android flagship. Folding phones, bigger cameras, faster processors — and most of the time people are paying more for features they barely use. For years I fell into this trap myself. Back when the first Android phone came out — the T-Mobile G1 with the flip-out keyboard — I jumped on it immediately. After that I kept upgrading every couple of years. And phone companies make it easy to do. They’ll happily “upgrade” your phone while quietly adding another $20–$30 per month to your bill for the next couple years. If you’re doing that for every device in your family, you might be adding $100 or more every month just to keep chasing the newest gadgets. That’s money that never stops leaving your pocket. A Smarter Way to Handle Phones These days I take a completely different approach. First, I stopped paying for phone insurance. That alone saves around $18 or more every month. If you take that same money and just set it aside, you’ll have enough to buy a replacement phone every year if something goes wrong. When my phone breaks, I simply go to eBay and buy a model that’s a couple years old. Usually I can get one for around $100–$200. Then I sell my old phone — even if it’s damaged — and recover some of the cost. People buy broken phones all the time to repair and flip them. So instead of paying monthly fees forever, I just replace devices when I actually need to. It’s simple and it saves a ton of money. Planned Obsolescence Everywhere Phones aren’t the only place this happens. Software companies do it too. Microsoft recently caused a lot of backlash by ending support for a bunch of devices that aren’t even that old. Suddenly perfectly functional computers are considered “obsolete.” Laptop manufacturers have also leaned heavily into planned obsolescence. Cheap laptops in the $300 range often seem designed to last only a couple years before something fails. Hard drives die. Performance slows down. Parts wear out. For years I would just buy a new laptop every few years because it seemed easier than fixing the problem. Eventually I stopped doing that. Now I’m still using a desktop that isn’t perfect, but it works. Sometimes a simple upgrade — like adding RAM or doing a fresh operating system install — can breathe new life into a machine. Companies want you replacing devices constantly. But most of the time you don’t actually need to. The Worst Upgrade Trap: Cars Phones and laptops are expensive enough, but the worst upgrade trap is cars. The average car payment today is around $400 per month — and many people are paying far more than that. I’ve seen car payments pushing $900 a month. That’s basically a second mortgage. And people get stuck in this cycle where they trade in a car every few years and start the payment clock all over again. Personally, I’ve almost always bought used cars. It’s not glamorous, but it works. The better approach would be saving money in a high-yield savings account and paying cash when you need a replacement. Even if you don’t do that perfectly, buying used vehicles can save you an enormous amount of money compared to constantly financing new ones. Yes, the used car market has been weird lately. But if you’re patient and willing to look around, you can still find good deals. Don’t Keep Up With the Joneses At the end of the day, the upgrade trap is really about keeping up with the Joneses. People want the newest phone. The newest car. The newest everything. But every upgrade comes with hidden costs: higher bills, more debt, and less financial freedom. Breaking the cycle means asking a simple question before upgrading anything: Do I actually need this? Most of the time the answer is no. Keep your gear longer. Buy used when possible. Repair things instead of replacing them. Your wallet — and your long-term resilience — will thank you. Final Thoughts The upgrade trap is everywhere in modern life, and companies are counting on you falling into it. But once you see it, you can start making smarter choices. Delay upgrades. Buy used. Fix things when you can. That mindset doesn’t just save money — it builds the kind of independence that survival is really about.       Amazon Item of the Day A great tool to help avoid the upgrade trap is being able to repair things yourself instead of replacing them. iFixit Pro Tech Toolkit – Electronics, Smartphone, Computer & Tablet Repair Kit This toolkit has everything you need to repair electronics like phones, laptops, game consoles, and small gadgets. Instead of tossing something and buying the newest version, you can often replace a battery, screen, or small component and keep the device running for years longer. Learning basic repair skills is one of those quiet survival skills that saves money and reduces your dependence on constant upgrades. Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joiningThe Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts!   Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube
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Today we’re talking about how this trap works, why it’s so effective, and how you can break free from it. The Phone Upgrade Cycle Smartphones are probably the most obvious example of the upgrade trap. Every year there’s a new iPhone. Every year there’s a new Android flagship. Folding phones, bigger cameras, faster processors — and most of the time people are paying more for features they barely use. For years I fell into this trap myself. Back when the first Android phone came out — the T-Mobile G1 with the flip-out keyboard — I jumped on it immediately. After that I kept upgrading every couple of years. And phone companies make it easy to do. They’ll happily “upgrade” your phone while quietly adding another $20–$30 per month to your bill for the next couple years. If you’re doing that for every device in your family, you might be adding $100 or more every month just to keep chasing the newest gadgets. That’s money that never stops leaving your pocket. A Smarter Way to Handle Phones These days I take a completely different approach. First, I stopped paying for phone insurance. That alone saves around $18 or more every month. If you take that same money and just set it aside, you’ll have enough to buy a replacement phone every year if something goes wrong. When my phone breaks, I simply go to eBay and buy a model that’s a couple years old. Usually I can get one for around $100–$200. Then I sell my old phone — even if it’s damaged — and recover some of the cost. People buy broken phones all the time to repair and flip them. So instead of paying monthly fees forever, I just replace devices when I actually need to. It’s simple and it saves a ton of money. Planned Obsolescence Everywhere Phones aren’t the only place this happens. Software companies do it too. Microsoft recently caused a lot of backlash by ending support for a bunch of devices that aren’t even that old. Suddenly perfectly functional computers are considered “obsolete.” Laptop manufacturers have also leaned heavily into planned obsolescence. Cheap laptops in the $300 range often seem designed to last only a couple years before something fails. Hard drives die. Performance slows down. Parts wear out. For years I would just buy a new laptop every few years because it seemed easier than fixing the problem. Eventually I stopped doing that. Now I’m still using a desktop that isn’t perfect, but it works. Sometimes a simple upgrade — like adding RAM or doing a fresh operating system install — can breathe new life into a machine. Companies want you replacing devices constantly. But most of the time you don’t actually need to. The Worst Upgrade Trap: Cars Phones and laptops are expensive enough, but the worst upgrade trap is cars. The average car payment today is around $400 per month — and many people are paying far more than that. I’ve seen car payments pushing $900 a month. That’s basically a second mortgage. And people get stuck in this cycle where they trade in a car every few years and start the payment clock all over again. Personally, I’ve almost always bought used cars. It’s not glamorous, but it works. The better approach would be saving money in a high-yield savings account and paying cash when you need a replacement. Even if you don’t do that perfectly, buying used vehicles can save you an enormous amount of money compared to constantly financing new ones. Yes, the used car market has been weird lately. But if you’re patient and willing to look around, you...]]>1154false600fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-happens-when-replacement-parts-disappear-episode-599--70441048replacement parts   What Happens When Replacement Parts Disappear? | Episode 599 Good morning, this is James from SurvivalPunk.com. Today we’re talking about something that most people don’t think about until it’s too late. What happens when something breaks… and you can’t get the replacement part anymore? Planned obsolescence. And what you can actually do about it. Planned Obsolescence When I first learned about planned obsolescence, it pissed me off. The idea that companies intentionally design products to fail after a few years so you have to buy another one. Your phone getting slower after a couple years. Appliances dying earlier than they should. Meanwhile your grandparents had a refrigerator from the 1950s that ran forever. The difference? It wasn’t designed to die. Modern products often are. The Repair Problem Even if something can be repaired, that doesn’t mean you’ll be able to. Repairmen aren’t nearly as common as they used to be. And a lot of things aren’t built to be repaired anymore. Cars are a perfect example. Older vehicles were simple. You could practically climb inside the engine bay and remove parts comfortably. Newer cars? To replace a starter in one car I worked on, I had to remove the front wheel and drop the part out through the wheel well. Ridiculous. And then you’ve got sensors everywhere. A tiny sensor fails and suddenly the whole car refuses to run. The Real Problem: Parts Disappear Even if you know how to fix something, there’s another issue. Replacement parts eventually stop being made. Say you have a washer — the JamesCo Washer 2000. For years, replacement parts exist. OEM parts. Aftermarket parts. Repair manuals. But eventually the manufacturer stops making them. Suppliers stop stocking them. And suddenly your washer becomes unrepairable — not because the repair is impossible, but because the part doesn’t exist anymore. Strategy #1: Stock Common Failure Parts If you’ve got the space and money, this is a powerful strategy. Find out what parts fail most often. Examples:

• Ignition coils
• Fuel pumps
• Sensors
• Belts
• Filters
• Control boards

You don’t need to stock every part. Just the ones most likely to fail. I once suspected my fuel pump might go bad, so I ordered a replacement ahead of time. Turned out the issue was something else… so the pump sat in my garage for months. Then one day the fuel pump actually died. And I already had the part sitting there. Problem solved. Strategy #2: Learn Workarounds Sometimes you don’t need the part. You just need a workaround. Example: catalytic converters. A friend once told me two tricks: One — cut it open and clean it out. Two — if you live somewhere without emissions testing, cut it out and straight pipe it. Not always legal everywhere — but the point is there are often solutions people have discovered that extend the life of equipment. Another time I ran over a rock that punctured my transmission pan. Fluid leaked out everywhere. Instead of replacing the entire pan, I used steel epoxy putty and sealed the hole. Worked perfectly. Sometimes the “temporary fix” lasts forever. Strategy #3: Make Your Own Parts This is where things get really interesting. With modern tools, individuals can manufacture small parts. Two powerful options:

• 3D printers
• Small CNC machines

These can produce:

• brackets
• clips
• plastic connectors
• housings
• mounts
• small mechanical parts

And many of these designs are already shared online. Someone else might have already solved the exact problem you're facing. Download the file. Print the part. Fix the machine. There’s Also a Business Opportunity Think about this. If a product has a common failure point… And replacement parts are no longer available… Whoever figures out how to make that part can sell it. People do this already. They reproduce discontinued parts for:

• vehicles
• appliances
• electronics
• tools

Sometimes a simple plastic part that costs 50 cents to print can sell for $20 because it solves a real problem. Preparedness Angle From a preparedness standpoint, this matters a lot. If supply chains break down, replacement parts will become extremely hard to find. You won’t be able to just order them online. Being able to:

• stock parts
• repair equipment
• improvise fixes
• manufacture replacements

…is a massive resilience advantage. Final Thoughts Everything breaks eventually. And the modern world is not designed to help you repair things. It’s designed to make you replace them. But if you think ahead… Stock a few parts. Learn some workarounds. And maybe even learn to manufacture simple components. You can keep things running long after everyone else has given up. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to survive. Amazon Item of the Day Steel Reinforced Epoxy Putty Stick Steel Epoxy Putty Repair Stick
Perfect for sealing cracks, holes, and emergency repairs on metal equipment. J-B Weld SteelStik, 1 Hour Cure, Steel Reinforced Epoxy Putty Stick – 2 Pack, Dark Grey (8267-2)   Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joiningThe Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts!   Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube
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• Ignition coils
• Fuel pumps
• Sensors
• Belts
• Filters
• Control boards

You don’t need to stock every part. Just the ones most likely to fail. I once suspected my fuel pump might go bad, so I ordered a replacement ahead of time. Turned out the issue was something else… so the pump sat in my garage for months. Then one day the fuel pump actually died. And I already had the part sitting there. Problem solved. Strategy #2: Learn Workarounds Sometimes you don’t need the part. You just need a workaround. Example: catalytic converters. A friend once told me two tricks: One — cut it open and clean it out. Two — if you live somewhere without emissions testing, cut it out and straight pipe it. Not always legal everywhere — but the point is there are often solutions people have discovered that extend the life of equipment. Another time I ran over a rock that punctured my transmission pan. Fluid leaked out everywhere. Instead of replacing the entire pan, I used steel epoxy putty and sealed the hole. Worked perfectly. Sometimes the “temporary fix” lasts forever. Strategy #3: Make Your Own Parts This is where things get really interesting. With modern tools, individuals can manufacture small parts. Two powerful options:

• 3D printers
• Small CNC machines

These can produce:

• brackets
• clips
• plastic connectors
• housings
• mounts
• small mechanical parts

And many of these designs are already shared online. Someone else might have already solved the exact problem you're facing. Download the file. Print the part. Fix the machine. There’s Also a Business Opportunity Think about this. If a product has a common failure point… And replacement parts are no longer...]]>1309false599fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stuck-where-you-are-homestead-anyway-episode-597--70406069homestead where you are Stuck Where You Are? Homestead Anyway. | Episode 597 Good morning, this is James from SurvivalPunk.com. Today we’re talking about something a lot of you are feeling right now. You want land.
You want a homestead.
You want chickens, a garden, maybe 40 acres and a creek. But you’re in an apartment.
Or suburbia.
Or stuck in a house you overpaid for. Housing is ridiculous. Rent is ridiculous. Land is ridiculous. So what do you do when you’re stuck where you are? You homestead anyway. Stop Wishing You Bought in 2012 There’s always that “if only” moment. If only you bought that house in 2012.
If only you bought Bitcoin at $8.
If only you locked in that 3% mortgage. Here’s the truth. Even if you had bought Bitcoin at $8, you probably would’ve sold it at $100 and felt like a genius. Hindsight makes everything look easy. But it doesn’t help you today. What helps you today is controlling spending, increasing income, and stacking cash so you’re ready when opportunity shows up. Because deals still happen — but only for people who are ready. Apartment Prepping Is Real Prepping When I first started prepping, I was in an apartment. No balcony. No land. Just walls and limited square footage. You can still do a lot. If you have a balcony, grow something with high return. Don’t waste space on novelty crops. Herbs and lettuce mixes are powerful. Sprinkle a lettuce mix in a planter box, cover lightly with soil, water it, and cut what you need for salads. It regrows. High ROI. Easy. Cilantro, if you like it, grows fast and heavy. Zucchini? Great yield. Tomatoes? Honestly… sometimes just buy them. (I’ve had the worst tomato luck in history.) The point isn’t perfection. It’s production. Micro-Livestock (Yes, It’s a Thing) You’re not putting a cow on your balcony. Chickens in an apartment? Probably not realistic. But there are small-scale options. Quail are doable in tight spaces. Eggs and meat from a compact footprint. Rabbits? Possible if managed well. Just don’t let the kids name the meat rabbits. Some survivalists even raise meat hamsters. That’s not for everyone. I’m not trying to explain that to my daughter anytime soon. But the lesson is this: Constraints don’t eliminate options. They force creativity. Suburbia Is Not a Prison If you have even a small yard, you’re ahead. You can grow a surprising amount of food on tiny acreage. Look at what micro-homesteaders have done on 1/10th of an acre. Chickens. Vegetables everywhere. Selling surplus. If you’re stuck in an HOA? Learn the rules. Push right up to the line. If they push back, remember — there are creative ways to negotiate. Sometimes all it takes is showing that you’re willing to be more stubborn than they are. Maximize What You Have Whether it’s an apartment, a rental, suburbia, or a house you can’t sell without losing money — maximize it. Use vertical storage. Rotate pantry stock. Build skills. Grow what makes sense. Raise what’s practical. Increase income. Save aggressively. Because when the right opportunity shows up, you want to move fast. Being stuck doesn’t mean being stagnant. It means building quietly. Final Thoughts You don’t need 40 acres to start acting like a homesteader. You need discipline. You need creativity. You need to stop waiting for “perfect conditions.” Maximize where you are. Stack cash. Build skills. When the door opens, you’ll be ready. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to survive.     Amazon Item OF The Day House Naturals 5 Gallon Plastic Bucket Pail Food Grade with Blue Screw on Lid(Pack of 3) Made in USA Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joiningThe Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts!   Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube
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You want a homestead.
You want chickens, a garden, maybe 40 acres and a creek. But you’re in an apartment.
Or suburbia.
Or stuck in a house you overpaid for. Housing is ridiculous. Rent is ridiculous. Land is ridiculous. So what do you do when you’re stuck where you are? You homestead anyway. Stop Wishing You Bought in 2012 There’s always that “if only” moment. If only you bought that house in 2012.
If only you bought Bitcoin at $8.
If only you locked in that 3% mortgage. Here’s the truth. Even if you had bought Bitcoin at $8, you probably would’ve sold it at $100 and felt like a genius. Hindsight makes everything look easy. But it doesn’t help you today. What helps you today is controlling spending, increasing income, and stacking cash so you’re ready when opportunity shows up. Because deals still happen — but only for people who are ready. Apartment Prepping Is Real Prepping When I first started prepping, I was in an apartment. No balcony. No land. Just walls and limited square footage. You can still do a lot. If you have a balcony, grow something with high return. Don’t waste space on novelty crops. Herbs and lettuce mixes are powerful. Sprinkle a lettuce mix in a planter box, cover lightly with soil, water it, and cut what you need for salads. It regrows. High ROI. Easy. Cilantro, if you like it, grows fast and heavy. Zucchini? Great yield. Tomatoes? Honestly… sometimes just buy them. (I’ve had the worst tomato luck in history.) The point isn’t perfection. It’s production. Micro-Livestock (Yes, It’s a Thing) You’re not putting a cow on your balcony. Chickens in an apartment? Probably not realistic. But there are small-scale options. Quail are doable in tight spaces. Eggs and meat from a compact footprint. Rabbits? Possible if managed well. Just don’t let the kids name the meat rabbits. Some survivalists even raise meat hamsters. That’s not for everyone. I’m not trying to explain that to my daughter anytime soon. But the lesson is this: Constraints don’t eliminate options. They force creativity. Suburbia Is Not a Prison If you have even a small yard, you’re ahead. You can grow a surprising amount of food on tiny acreage. Look at what micro-homesteaders have done on 1/10th of an acre. Chickens. Vegetables everywhere. Selling surplus. If you’re stuck in an HOA? Learn the rules. Push right up to the line. If they push back, remember — there are creative ways to negotiate. Sometimes all it takes is showing that you’re willing to be more stubborn than they are. Maximize What You Have Whether it’s an apartment, a rental, suburbia, or a house you can’t sell without losing money — maximize it. Use vertical storage. Rotate pantry stock. Build skills. Grow what makes sense. Raise what’s practical. Increase income. Save aggressively. Because when the right opportunity shows up, you want to move fast. Being stuck doesn’t mean being stagnant. It means building quietly. Final Thoughts You don’t need 40 acres to start acting like a homesteader. You need discipline. You need creativity. You need to stop waiting for “perfect conditions.” Maximize where you are. Stack cash. Build skills. When the door opens, you’ll be ready. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to survive.     Amazon Item OF The Day House Naturals 5 Gallon Plastic Bucket Pail Food Grade with Blue Screw on Lid(Pack of 3) Made in USA Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joining1544false597fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sleep-is-a-survival-skill-episode-596--70328653Sleep health Sleep Is a Survival Skill | Episode 596 Good morning. It’s not 18 degrees today — but if you’re running on four hours of sleep, you might as well be freezing your brain. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com. Today we’re talking about something most preppers ignore while they stockpile ammo and freeze-dried chili. Sleep. Not comfort. Not laziness. Sleep is a linchpin survival prep — and if you’re neglecting it, you’re actively sabotaging your ability to function when things matter. Let’s break this down. Sleep Deprivation Is Slow Self-Destruction If you’re bragging about surviving on four hours a night, you’re not hardcore. You’re deteriorating. Sleep impacts: • Hormones
• Immune function
• Blood sugar regulation
• Body composition
• Inflammation
• Cognitive performance If you’re obese and “doing everything right,” poor sleep could be wrecking your metabolic health. If you’re on maintenance medication and think it’s unrelated — it’s probably not. Shift work? Brutal. Getting up at 2am for years? That has consequences. You cannot ignore biology and expect performance. Sleep debt compounds. You Make Bad Decisions When You’re Tired This one matters for survival. Sleep deprivation has been studied extensively. After a certain point, your motor skills and decision-making resemble being legally drunk. Drunk. You would not patrol your property hammered. You would not handle firearms hammered. You would not try to make life-or-death calls hammered. Yet plenty of people are doing exactly that cognitively every day because they refuse to sleep. In a real emergency, poor judgment gets you hurt. Sleep isn’t weakness. It’s preparedness. Health Collapses Faster Than You Think Lack of sleep tanks immune function fast. A few nights of poor sleep and you’re more susceptible to illness. Chronic deprivation? You’re digging a long, slow grave. When things go sideways, you need resilience. You can’t be the homestead super soldier if you’re chronically inflamed, insulin resistant, hormonally wrecked, and cognitively foggy. Preparedness starts now — not after collapse. Practical Ways to Improve Sleep This isn’t mystical. It’s environmental and behavioral. Darkness matters. Even small light exposure reduces sleep quality. Sleep mask. Blackout curtains. Kill LED lights. Cold room. Your body must lower core temperature to fall asleep. Cooler rooms help trigger that drop. Cold enough to need a blanket? Good. White noise. Fans. Rain sounds. Consistency helps your nervous system settle. Caffeine cutoff. Stop pounding energy drinks in the afternoon. Magnesium (especially glycinate) can improve relaxation and sleep quality. Melatonin works for many people, though not something to megadose casually. Creatine (around 20g) has shown benefit for sleep disruption and jet lag scenarios. If you absolutely must function short-term after bad sleep, tools exist — but they are tools, not substitutes for recovery. Emergency Sleep vs Chronic Deprivation There’s a difference between: • One rough night because something happened
• Living in permanent sleep debt Life happens. But if 80% of your nights aren’t solid, you’re underperforming long-term. Survival isn’t about grinding yourself into the dirt. It’s about sustainability. Sleep is fuel. Ignore it and you will pay the bill later. Final Thoughts You cannot prep your way out of biological reality. You cannot caffeine your way out of sleep debt. You cannot toughness your way past hormone regulation. Sleep is a survival skill. Protect it like you protect your food storage. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to survive.   Amazon Item OF The Day YIVIEW Sleep Mask for Side Sleeper, Complete Light Blocking 3D Sleeping Eye Mask, Soft Breathable Eye Cover for Women Men, Relaxing Zero Pressure Night Blindfold Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joiningThe Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts!   Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube
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• Immune function
• Blood sugar regulation
• Body composition
• Inflammation
• Cognitive performance If you’re obese and “doing everything right,” poor sleep could be wrecking your metabolic health. If you’re on maintenance medication and think it’s unrelated — it’s probably not. Shift work? Brutal. Getting up at 2am for years? That has consequences. You cannot ignore biology and expect performance. Sleep debt compounds. You Make Bad Decisions When You’re Tired This one matters for survival. Sleep deprivation has been studied extensively. After a certain point, your motor skills and decision-making resemble being legally drunk. Drunk. You would not patrol your property hammered. You would not handle firearms hammered. You would not try to make life-or-death calls hammered. Yet plenty of people are doing exactly that cognitively every day because they refuse to sleep. In a real emergency, poor judgment gets you hurt. Sleep isn’t weakness. It’s preparedness. Health Collapses Faster Than You Think Lack of sleep tanks immune function fast. A few nights of poor sleep and you’re more susceptible to illness. Chronic deprivation? You’re digging a long, slow grave. When things go sideways, you need resilience. You can’t be the homestead super soldier if you’re chronically inflamed, insulin resistant, hormonally wrecked, and cognitively foggy. Preparedness starts now — not after collapse. Practical Ways to Improve Sleep This isn’t mystical. It’s environmental and behavioral. Darkness matters. Even small light exposure reduces sleep quality. Sleep mask. Blackout curtains. Kill LED lights. Cold room. Your body must lower core temperature to fall asleep. Cooler rooms help trigger that drop. Cold enough to need a blanket? Good. White noise. Fans. Rain sounds. Consistency helps your nervous system settle. Caffeine cutoff. Stop pounding energy drinks in the afternoon. Magnesium (especially glycinate) can improve relaxation and sleep quality. Melatonin works for many people, though not something to megadose casually. Creatine (around 20g) has shown benefit for sleep disruption and jet lag scenarios. If you absolutely must function short-term after bad sleep, tools exist — but they are tools, not substitutes for recovery. Emergency Sleep vs Chronic Deprivation There’s a difference between: • One rough night because something happened
• Living in permanent sleep debt Life happens. But if 80% of your nights aren’t solid, you’re underperforming long-term. Survival isn’t about grinding yourself into the dirt. It’s about sustainability. Sleep is fuel. Ignore it and you will pay the bill later. Final Thoughts You cannot prep your way out of biological reality. You cannot caffeine your way out of sleep debt. You cannot toughness your way past hormone regulation. Sleep is a survival skill. Protect it like you protect your food storage. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to survive.   Amazon Item OF The Day YIVIEW Sleep Mask for Side Sleeper, Complete Light Blocking 3D Sleeping Eye Mask, Soft Breathable Eye Cover for Women Men,...]]>1757false596fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-5-skills-that-eliminate-most-emergencies-episode-595--702976645 emergencies   The 5 Skills That Eliminate Most Emergencies | Episode 595 Good morning. It’s 18 degrees. Tennessee decided to remind us who’s in charge. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com. Today we’re talking about something that doesn’t get enough credit in prepping circles. Not gear. Not bunker fantasies. Skills. Five specific skills that eliminate most emergencies before they ever become emergencies. Let’s get into it. 1. Preventative Maintenance There are two types of people. The proactive maintenance crowd. And the rest of us. I’ll admit — I’m not perfect at it. But I know better. And knowing better already puts you ahead. Basic maintenance prevents most mechanical disasters: • Oil changes
• Cleaning AC units
• Replacing spark plugs
• Checking filters
• Roof inspections
• HVAC servicing I clean our window units every year. Pull them out, dismantle them, clean the coils, clear the sludge. Since I started doing that, they’ve lasted years longer. Most people run things until they fail. Failure is expensive. Maintenance is cheap. Same goes for your car. Same goes for your house. Ignore it long enough and you’re buying a new roof instead of patching a leak. Preventative maintenance turns “emergency repair” into “routine upkeep.” 2. Financial Awareness Most “emergencies” are just financial mismanagement. Overdraft fees.
Late fees.
Impulse spending.
Untracked subscriptions.
Lifestyle creep. You don’t need to make more money.
You need to control the money you already make. When my wife and I started actually tracking spending and living on a budget, we built savings fast. No magic.
No lottery.
No second job. Just awareness. Turn off overdraft protection so transactions decline instead of charging you $35 to be broke. Set alerts. Call and negotiate fees when they happen. Financial awareness eliminates overdraft emergencies, debt spirals, and panic purchases. Most financial disasters are preventable. 3. Cooking From Basic Ingredients If you can cook from scratch, shortages don’t wreck you. Missing celery?
Pivot. No carrots in the store?
Make something else. Eggs gone?
Mayo works in cornbread. If you rely on recipes as rigid law, you panic. If you understand ingredients and substitutions, you adapt. Cooking skill equals flexibility. Flexibility eliminates food stress. You don’t need a fully stocked gourmet kitchen. You need knowledge. And honestly? AI is great for this. “Hey, I have chicken, rice, and canned tomatoes. What can I make?” Boom. Ideas. Over time, you build your own mental database. That eliminates grocery store drama. 4. Basic Health & First Aid Awareness Don’t ignore your health. Monitor blood pressure.
Watch blood sugar.
Get basic labs done.
Exercise.
Eat like an adult. Letting your health degrade until you’re dependent on emergency medicine is the opposite of preparedness. You don’t have to become a biohacker. But you should know your numbers. You should understand symptoms. You should have basic first aid skills. Most long-term “health emergencies” are years in the making. Early action prevents crisis. 5. Calm Problem Solving This one is huge. When something goes wrong: Slow down. Assess. Act deliberately. Panicking compounds problems. Calm thinking:
• Avoids dumb decisions
• Reduces accidents
• Keeps conflict small
• Stops mistakes from stacking Most situations aren’t life-or-death. They feel like it because people escalate emotionally. Calm problem solving turns chaos into steps. And steps are manageable. Final Thoughts Most disasters aren’t hurricanes or EMPs. They’re: • Neglected maintenance
• Financial sloppiness
• Poor health
• Inability to cook
• Emotional overreaction Master these five skills and you eliminate most emergencies before they begin. Prepping isn’t about hoarding. It’s about competence. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to survive.   Amazon Item OF The Day Amazon Basics 201-Piece Mechanic's Socket Tool Set With Case, SAE and Metric Sizes, Chrome-Vanadium Steel, Portable   Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joiningThe Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts!   Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube
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• Cleaning AC units
• Replacing spark plugs
• Checking filters
• Roof inspections
• HVAC servicing I clean our window units every year. Pull them out, dismantle them, clean the coils, clear the sludge. Since I started doing that, they’ve lasted years longer. Most people run things until they fail. Failure is expensive. Maintenance is cheap. Same goes for your car. Same goes for your house. Ignore it long enough and you’re buying a new roof instead of patching a leak. Preventative maintenance turns “emergency repair” into “routine upkeep.” 2. Financial Awareness Most “emergencies” are just financial mismanagement. Overdraft fees.
Late fees.
Impulse spending.
Untracked subscriptions.
Lifestyle creep. You don’t need to make more money.
You need to control the money you already make. When my wife and I started actually tracking spending and living on a budget, we built savings fast. No magic.
No lottery.
No second job. Just awareness. Turn off overdraft protection so transactions decline instead of charging you $35 to be broke. Set alerts. Call and negotiate fees when they happen. Financial awareness eliminates overdraft emergencies, debt spirals, and panic purchases. Most financial disasters are preventable. 3. Cooking From Basic Ingredients If you can cook from scratch, shortages don’t wreck you. Missing celery?
Pivot. No carrots in the store?
Make something else. Eggs gone?
Mayo works in cornbread. If you rely on recipes as rigid law, you panic. If you understand ingredients and substitutions, you adapt. Cooking skill equals flexibility. Flexibility eliminates food stress. You don’t need a fully stocked gourmet kitchen. You need knowledge. And honestly? AI is great for this. “Hey, I have chicken, rice, and canned tomatoes. What can I make?” Boom. Ideas. Over time, you build your own mental database. That eliminates grocery store drama. 4. Basic Health & First Aid Awareness Don’t ignore your health. Monitor blood pressure.
Watch blood sugar.
Get basic labs done.
Exercise.
Eat like an adult. Letting your health degrade until you’re dependent on emergency medicine is the opposite of preparedness. You don’t have to become a biohacker. But you should know your numbers. You should understand symptoms. You should have basic first aid skills. Most long-term “health emergencies” are years in the making. Early action prevents crisis. 5. Calm Problem Solving This one is huge. When something goes wrong: Slow down. Assess. Act deliberately. Panicking compounds problems. Calm thinking:
• Avoids dumb decisions
• Reduces accidents
• Keeps conflict small
• Stops mistakes from stacking Most situations aren’t life-or-death. They feel like it because people escalate emotionally. Calm problem solving turns chaos into steps. And steps are manageable. Final Thoughts Most disasters aren’t hurricanes or EMPs. They’re: • Neglected maintenance
• Financial sloppiness
• Poor health
• Inability...]]>1667false595fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-subscription-life-trap-episode-594--70264695Subscription The Subscription Life Trap | Episode 594 Good morning. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com. It’s 23 degrees in Tennessee. The weather jumped from the 60s to the 20s, like it’s trying to kill morale. My body isn’t thrilled about it. And today we’re talking about something just as irritating. The subscription life. How everything is trying to turn into a recurring payment… and how that slowly drags down your freedom. You Don’t Own Anything Anymore Almost everything is trying to become subscription-based. Apps. Software. Entertainment. Editing tools. AI tools. Streaming platforms. Even stuff that absolutely should be a one-time purchase. You don’t buy things anymore. You rent access. That’s the shift. Back in the day, if you rented a movie from Blockbuster, that made sense. You chose to rent it. It was a known expense. If money was tight, you skipped it that week. Now? It’s $1.99 a month forever. That’s the trap. Subscriptions Are Credit Card Debt With Better Marketing A subscription is basically invisible debt. You’re committing to pay indefinitely for something you can never “finish” paying off. At least with a credit card purchase, there’s an endpoint. With subscriptions? There isn’t one. And companies absolutely count on you forgetting. There’s some nerd somewhere who has calculated exactly how long the average person forgets to cancel. That’s part of the business model. You sign up.
You forget.
They collect. And because it’s “only” a few dollars a month, your brain doesn’t treat it like real money. That’s psychological warfare at the micro level. You’re At Their Mercy Here’s where it gets worse. You don’t actually own what you “buy.” If you purchase a movie digitally and the service loses the license, you can lose access to it. You paid. Doesn’t matter. You’re renting access to a bookmark. Streaming services rotate content constantly. Licensing agreements change. Regions get restricted. Content disappears. You don’t control it. They do. And in some cases, you’re paying companies that actively push agendas you don’t agree with. Why fund people who openly despise your worldview? That’s worth thinking about. Real Example: The $1.50 HBO Mistake Black Friday deal. $1.50 per month for HBO Max. Cheap enough to ignore. I signed up “just in case” I couldn’t log into my brother’s account. Months later? I haven’t used it once. That’s exactly how this works. Multiply that by 10 subscriptions. Now multiply that by millions of people. That’s a massive wealth drain. The Cure: Own Your Stuff The solution is simple. Own things. Buy physical media.
Keep your own music.
Build your own digital library.
Use alternatives like Plex.
Download what you legally own.
Back it up. Control your access. Spotify is convenient. So is Pandora. But if you already own thousands of songs on a hard drive, why are you paying someone monthly to shuffle music you don’t even like? Same with audiobooks. If you bought it, make sure you truly have it. Ownership equals independence. Subscriptions equal dependency. Subscription Creep Is Real The real danger isn’t one subscription. It’s the pile. $9.99 here.
$12.99 there.
$1.50 just in case.
Another $7 for something you barely use. Now you’re bleeding $100+ a month for “convenience.” That’s $1,200 a year. That’s prep money.
Debt payoff money.
Investment money. That’s freedom money. Final Thoughts Subscriptions feel harmless. They’re not. They normalize renting your life instead of owning it. They put you at the mercy of corporations.
They count on forgetfulness.
They slowly erode independence. Prepping isn’t just about food and water. It’s about reducing dependency. Own your tools.
Own your media.
Own your capability. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to survive.   Amazon Item OF The Day Seagate Portable 2TB External Hard Drive HDD — USB 3.0 for PC, Mac, PlayStation, & Xbox -1-Year Rescue Service (STGX2000400) Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joiningThe Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts!   Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube
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You forget.
They collect. And because it’s “only” a few dollars a month, your brain doesn’t treat it like real money. That’s psychological warfare at the micro level. You’re At Their Mercy Here’s where it gets worse. You don’t actually own what you “buy.” If you purchase a movie digitally and the service loses the license, you can lose access to it. You paid. Doesn’t matter. You’re renting access to a bookmark. Streaming services rotate content constantly. Licensing agreements change. Regions get restricted. Content disappears. You don’t control it. They do. And in some cases, you’re paying companies that actively push agendas you don’t agree with. Why fund people who openly despise your worldview? That’s worth thinking about. Real Example: The $1.50 HBO Mistake Black Friday deal. $1.50 per month for HBO Max. Cheap enough to ignore. I signed up “just in case” I couldn’t log into my brother’s account. Months later? I haven’t used it once. That’s exactly how this works. Multiply that by 10 subscriptions. Now multiply that by millions of people. That’s a massive wealth drain. The Cure: Own Your Stuff The solution is simple. Own things. Buy physical media.
Keep your own music.
Build your own digital library.
Use alternatives like Plex.
Download what you legally own.
Back it up. Control your access. Spotify is convenient. So is Pandora. But if you already own thousands of songs on a hard drive, why are you paying someone monthly to shuffle music you don’t even like? Same with audiobooks. If you bought it, make sure you truly have it. Ownership equals independence. Subscriptions equal dependency. Subscription Creep Is Real The real danger isn’t one subscription. It’s the pile. $9.99 here.
$12.99 there.
$1.50 just in case.
Another $7 for something you barely use. Now you’re bleeding $100+ a month for “convenience.” That’s $1,200 a year. That’s prep money.
Debt payoff money.
Investment money. That’s freedom money. Final Thoughts Subscriptions feel harmless. They’re not. They normalize renting your life instead of owning it. They put you at the mercy of corporations.
They count on forgetfulness.
They slowly erode independence. Prepping isn’t just about food and water. It’s about reducing dependency. Own your tools.
Own your media.
Own your capability. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to survive.  ...]]>1443false594fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/california-wants-to-ban-3d-printers-episode-593--70247734get strong   California Wants to Ban 3D Printers | Episode 593 Good morning. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com. It’s 29 degrees. The coffee didn’t start. The breaker tripped. My headphones weren’t charged. My phone was at 9%. I forgot my medicine and had to turn around in the driveway. So yeah — we’re already off to a strong start. And today we’re talking about something equally annoying: California trying to ban certain 3D printers. Not because they’re dangerous. Not because they’re exploding. But because the government is afraid of what people might do with them. Let’s get into it. The Headline Is Clickbait… But Also Not The headline reads something like: “California to Ban 3D Printers.” That’s bombastic. That’s designed to grab attention. But it’s not entirely wrong. What they’re really trying to do is ban non-approved 3D printers, restrict file sharing, and criminalize ways of bypassing those restrictions — all aimed at stopping people from printing “ghost guns.” Ghost guns meaning: firearms printed from polymer without serial numbers. Here’s the issue. This isn’t a widespread crisis. This is government reacting to a hypothetical problem. 3D Printers Are Still in Their Infancy 3D printers right now are like computers in 1992. How many people had one back then? A few. Most of them weren’t doing anything groundbreaking. They were playing Oregon Trail. That’s where 3D printing is right now. If you think of ten people you know, maybe one owns a 3D printer. And of those owners? How many are truly using them to their full potential? Most of them sit there like a treadmill with clothes hanging on it. The narrative being pushed makes it sound like garages across America are mass-producing plastic arsenals. That’s just not reality. Government Overreach Is the Real Pattern This isn’t about safety. It’s about control. We’ve seen this pattern before: Rainwater catchment restrictions.
Filter bans.
Endless regulatory creep. Every time there’s a new tool that increases individual capability, the instinct is to regulate it before it’s even a measurable threat. And once a government starts restricting hardware, restricting file sharing, and criminalizing workarounds — that’s not about safety anymore. That’s about controlling information and capability. That should concern you whether you own a 3D printer or not. Are 3D Printed Guns Even a Real Issue? Here’s a question: How many major shootings have involved fully 3D-printed firearms? Not hypotheticals. Not headlines. Not fear narratives. Actual confirmed cases. Very, very few — if any. Most violent crime still involves traditional firearms obtained through traditional means. So we’re building legislation around something that’s statistically insignificant. Meanwhile, 3D printers are used to make: Tools
Repair parts
Adapters
Hobby projects
Prototypes
Functional survival gear But because something could be misused, we’re talking about banning the tool entirely. That’s backwards. If You Live There… You Already Know At some point, you have to ask: Why are you staying in a state that constantly moves the goalposts? You can fight every single regulation. You can try to out-argue lawmakers. Or you can recognize patterns. When governments show you who they are repeatedly, believe them. Sometimes the most strategic move isn’t fighting every skirmish. It’s relocating to ground that isn’t actively hostile to your independence. Freedom isn’t about screaming at politicians. It’s about positioning yourself where you don’t need their permission. Final Thoughts This isn’t about 3D printers. It’s about capability. Every time technology empowers individuals, there will be pressure to restrict it. The question is simple: Do you want a society where tools are allowed unless proven dangerous? Or one where tools are restricted because someone might misuse them? Preppers understand this better than most. Capability equals resilience. Resilience equals freedom. And freedom doesn’t survive well under constant regulation. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to survive.   Amazon Item OF The Day Creality Ender 3 V3 SE 3D Printer, 250mm/s Faster Print Speed CR Touch Auto Leveling Sprite Direct Extruder Dual Z-Axis Auto Filament Loading Ender 3 Upgrade 3D Printer Print Size 8.66×8.66×9.84 inch   Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joiningThe Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts!   Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube
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Filter bans.
Endless regulatory creep. Every time there’s a new tool that increases individual capability, the instinct is to regulate it before it’s even a measurable threat. And once a government starts restricting hardware, restricting file sharing, and criminalizing workarounds — that’s not about safety anymore. That’s about controlling information and capability. That should concern you whether you own a 3D printer or not. Are 3D Printed Guns Even a Real Issue? Here’s a question: How many major shootings have involved fully 3D-printed firearms? Not hypotheticals. Not headlines. Not fear narratives. Actual confirmed cases. Very, very few — if any. Most violent crime still involves traditional firearms obtained through traditional means. So we’re building legislation around something that’s statistically insignificant. Meanwhile, 3D printers are used to make: Tools
Repair parts
Adapters
Hobby projects
Prototypes
Functional survival gear But because something could be misused, we’re talking about banning the tool entirely. That’s backwards. If You Live There… You Already Know At some point, you have to ask: Why are you staying in a state that constantly moves the goalposts? You can fight every single regulation. You can try to out-argue lawmakers. Or you can recognize patterns. When governments show you who they are repeatedly, believe them. Sometimes the most strategic move isn’t fighting every skirmish. It’s relocating to ground that isn’t actively hostile to your independence. Freedom isn’t about screaming at politicians. It’s about positioning yourself where you don’t need their permission. Final Thoughts This isn’t about 3D printers. It’s about capability. Every time technology empowers individuals, there will be pressure to restrict it. The question is simple: Do you want a society where tools are allowed unless proven dangerous? Or one where tools are restricted because...]]>1355false593fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/get-strong-or-get-left-behind-episode-592--70224468get strong   Get Strong or Get Left Behind | Episode 592 Good morning. It’s about 60 degrees and not chilly for once. And today we’re talking about something that absolutely belongs in the survival category — strength. Not vibes.
Not mindset.
Not theory. Physical strength. If general physical preparedness isn’t a prepping principle, I don’t know what is. Strength Is a Survival Skill We love talking about food storage, water filters, and gear. But if you can’t pull yourself up over something, drag weight, or move your own body under stress — that’s a liability. There are real-world, life-or-death scenarios where being strong saves you.

• Pulling yourself up
• Lifting something off someone
• Carrying weight under fatigue
• Defending yourself

You don’t want to be a weak couch potato hoping your gear saves you. Establish Your Baseline Before you get strong, you need to know where you are. Four lifts tell you almost everything about your strength:

• Push press
• Back squat
• Deadlift
• Bench press

Get your one-rep max on each. You don’t need a fancy stat. But those numbers? They’re honest. You can’t improve what you don’t measure. Three Months of Focused Training Here’s the strategy. Not “go to the gym and mess around.”
Not “move a little weight and scroll Instagram.” Focused, purposeful training. A three-month strength-building phase. Add weight weekly. Two to five pounds per lift if possible. That’s progressive overload. You can’t just coast forever. But you can:

• Push hard for 12 weeks
• Build real strength
• Maintain it through the year

That’s sustainable. Pick a real program. Starting Strength is solid. Don’t invent your own random plan unless you know what you’re doing. Nutrition: The Part Nobody Wants You can’t slam Oreos and Diet Coke and expect muscle. You need:

• Adequate protein
• Sufficient calories
• Consistency

For me, maintenance is around 2,800 calories. After eating in a deficit for a long time, ramping up to that is going to feel like work. Gaining strength without gaining fat? That’s the sweet spot. Too skinny and weak? Bad.
Overweight and sluggish? Also bad. There’s a bell curve for health and longevity. Moderately strong.
Proper hormones.
Not obese.
Not extreme bodybuilder huge. That’s the lane. Why This Matters for Survival If you pack on strength, you can coast. You won’t keep every pound forever, but you won’t crash either if you maintain properly. Strength:

• Improves resilience
• Increases confidence
• Extends functional life
• Makes you harder to victimize

This isn’t vanity lifting. This is capability. If you had to pull yourself up right now, could you? That’s the question. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com.
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Not mindset.
Not theory. Physical strength. If general physical preparedness isn’t a prepping principle, I don’t know what is. Strength Is a Survival Skill We love talking about food storage, water filters, and gear. But if you can’t pull yourself up over something, drag weight, or move your own body under stress — that’s a liability. There are real-world, life-or-death scenarios where being strong saves you.

• Pulling yourself up
• Lifting something off someone
• Carrying weight under fatigue
• Defending yourself

You don’t want to be a weak couch potato hoping your gear saves you. Establish Your Baseline Before you get strong, you need to know where you are. Four lifts tell you almost everything about your strength:

• Push press
• Back squat
• Deadlift
• Bench press

Get your one-rep max on each. You don’t need a fancy stat. But those numbers? They’re honest. You can’t improve what you don’t measure. Three Months of Focused Training Here’s the strategy. Not “go to the gym and mess around.”
Not “move a little weight and scroll Instagram.” Focused, purposeful training. A three-month strength-building phase. Add weight weekly. Two to five pounds per lift if possible. That’s progressive overload. You can’t just coast forever. But you can:

• Push hard for 12 weeks
• Build real strength
• Maintain it through the year

That’s sustainable. Pick a real program. Starting Strength is solid. Don’t invent your own random plan unless you know what you’re doing. Nutrition: The Part Nobody Wants You can’t slam Oreos and Diet Coke and expect muscle. You need:

• Adequate protein
• Sufficient calories
• Consistency

For me, maintenance is around 2,800 calories. After eating in a deficit for a long time, ramping up to that is going to feel like work. Gaining strength without gaining fat? That’s the sweet spot. Too skinny and weak? Bad.
Overweight and sluggish? Also bad. There’s a bell curve for health and longevity. Moderately strong.
Proper hormones.
Not obese.
Not extreme bodybuilder huge. That’s the lane. Why This Matters for Survival If you pack on strength, you can coast. You won’t keep every pound forever, but you won’t crash either if you maintain properly. Strength:

• Improves resilience
• Increases confidence
• Extends functional life
• Makes you harder to victimize

This isn’t vanity lifting. This is capability. If you had to pull yourself up right now, could you? That’s the question. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com.
DIY to survive.       Amazon Item OF The Day CAP Barbell 2-Inch Olympic 7 ft Barbell Bars | Multiple Options   Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joiningThe Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts!   Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube 1306false592fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/group-buys-the-ultimate-prepper-hack-episode-591--70174886group buys   Group Buys: The Ultimate Prepper Hack | Episode 591 Good morning. It’s 60 degrees — finally not cold — and today we’re continuing a thought from yesterday’s episode. Group buys. This is something I’ve played with personally. I’ve organized a few. I’ve saved money doing them. But the more I think about it, the more I realize it could be bigger than how I’ve been using it.  If you’re serious about reducing costs, building community, and increasing resilience — this is a weapon. Let’s break it down. What Is a Group Buy? It’s exactly what it sounds like. Buying things as a group. There’s a host. That person organizes the buy. They:

• Source the product
• Communicate price
• Collect money
• Place the order
• Split and distribute

Sometimes there’s profit built in. Sometimes the host just wants the item cheaper and splits shipping. The magic is in shared shipping and bulk pricing. If shipping costs $90 and you split it between five people? Suddenly it’s cheap. If the supplier offers discounts above a certain dollar amount? Now the unit price drops even further. Group buys don’t just split cost. They unlock tiers of pricing you can’t access alone. Transcription(base) Meat Is the Perfect Example Let’s talk steaks. Inflation has wrecked steak prices. Chuck eyes used to be cheap. Not anymore. Transcription(base) But buying a whole chuck roll or ribeye primal? The price per pound drops dramatically. The problem?

• It’s $100+ up front
• You need freezer space
• You need to cut it

That’s where a group buy shines. Two to four people split a primal, cut it up, divide it evenly. Now you’re paying near-wholesale pricing without storing 50 pounds of beef alone. Take it further. Quarter cow.
Half cow.
Whole cow. Yes, it’s a big upfront cost — $1,000+ depending on current pricing. Transcription(base) But split between 8–10 people? Now it’s manageable.
Now the price per pound gets very attractive.
Now you’re buying local, possibly higher quality meat. This is real-world food security. Bulk Staples and Warehouse Plays It’s not just meat. There are bulk suppliers that deliver pallets or semi loads to parking lots — rice, coconut oil, grains, staples. If you’ve ever priced:

• 50 lb bags of rice
• Bulk coconut oil
• Large quantities of flour

You know the price difference is massive compared to grocery shelf packaging. The only barrier is volume and storage. Group buys remove both barriers. Split the pallet.
Split the bucket.
Split the shipping. Everyone wins. The Hidden Benefit: Community This might be the most important part. Group buys force you to:

• Build trust
• Coordinate logistics
• Meet people locally
• Exchange value

You’re not just saving money. You’re building your survival network. If you’re willing to be the organizer — the person who starts the ball rolling — people will join. Most people don’t want to lead. They just want to participate. That’s opportunity. Run the Numbers (Or Let AI Do It) Here’s the practical advice: Run your math. Factor:

• Product cost
• Shipping
• Packaging supplies
• Redistribution shipping
• Payment transfer fees

First time I did it, I did rough math and it wasn’t perfect. Now? I feed the numbers into ChatGPT and let it calculate clean pricing tiers. No guessing.
No accidentally eating the cost. This is business thinking applied to prepping. Final Thoughts Group buys aren’t new. But they’re massively underused. Meat.
Bulk staples.
Specialty gear.
Hard-to-source items. If you can buy cheaper in volume and split it intelligently, you lower costs and strengthen community. That’s not just frugal. That’s strategic. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com.
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• Source the product
• Communicate price
• Collect money
• Place the order
• Split and distribute

Sometimes there’s profit built in. Sometimes the host just wants the item cheaper and splits shipping. The magic is in shared shipping and bulk pricing. If shipping costs $90 and you split it between five people? Suddenly it’s cheap. If the supplier offers discounts above a certain dollar amount? Now the unit price drops even further. Group buys don’t just split cost. They unlock tiers of pricing you can’t access alone. Transcription(base) Meat Is the Perfect Example Let’s talk steaks. Inflation has wrecked steak prices. Chuck eyes used to be cheap. Not anymore. Transcription(base) But buying a whole chuck roll or ribeye primal? The price per pound drops dramatically. The problem?

• It’s $100+ up front
• You need freezer space
• You need to cut it

That’s where a group buy shines. Two to four people split a primal, cut it up, divide it evenly. Now you’re paying near-wholesale pricing without storing 50 pounds of beef alone. Take it further. Quarter cow.
Half cow.
Whole cow. Yes, it’s a big upfront cost — $1,000+ depending on current pricing. Transcription(base) But split between 8–10 people? Now it’s manageable.
Now the price per pound gets very attractive.
Now you’re buying local, possibly higher quality meat. This is real-world food security. Bulk Staples and Warehouse Plays It’s not just meat. There are bulk suppliers that deliver pallets or semi loads to parking lots — rice, coconut oil, grains, staples. If you’ve ever priced:

• 50 lb bags of rice
• Bulk coconut oil
• Large quantities of flour

You know the price difference is massive compared to grocery shelf packaging. The only barrier is volume and storage. Group buys remove both barriers. Split the pallet.
Split the bucket.
Split the shipping. Everyone wins. The Hidden Benefit: Community This might be the most important part. Group buys force you to:

• Build trust
• Coordinate logistics
• Meet people locally
• Exchange value

You’re not just saving money. You’re building your survival network. If you’re willing to be the organizer — the person who starts the ball rolling — people will join. Most people don’t want to lead. They just want to participate. That’s opportunity. Run the Numbers (Or Let AI Do It) Here’s the practical advice: Run your math. Factor:

• Product cost
• Shipping
• Packaging supplies
• Redistribution shipping
• Payment transfer fees

First time I did it, I did rough math and it wasn’t perfect. Now? I feed the numbers into ChatGPT and let it calculate clean pricing tiers. No guessing.
No accidentally eating the cost. This is business thinking applied to prepping. Final Thoughts Group buys aren’t new. But they’re massively underused. Meat.
Bulk staples.
Specialty gear.
Hard-to-source items. If you can buy cheaper in volume and split it intelligently, you lower costs and strengthen community. That’s not just frugal. That’s...]]>1418false591fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shrinkflation-is-robbing-you-blind-episode-590--70148244shrinkflation   Shrinkflation Is Robbing You Blind | Episode 590 Good morning. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com. It’s 46 degrees. I’m cold. I don’t like being cold. But that’s not what we’re talking about today. Today we’re talking about something that affects every single one of us every single week. Shrinkflation. And how companies are quietly screwing you over while pretending nothing changed. Listen now. What Shrinkflation Actually Is Shrinkflation is simple. The bag looks the same.
The box looks the same.
The price looks the same. But you’re getting less. Your “pound” bag of chips? Not a pound anymore.
16 ounces becomes 14.5 ounces.
Same packaging. Same shelf space. Same mental price anchor. They don’t raise the price because people notice price increases. They shrink the product because most people never check the weight. That’s the game. Why It Works on Your Brain Everyone has internal price anchors. You know what Coke “should” cost.
You know what ground beef “should” cost.
You know what eggs “should” cost. When the price jumps too far past that mental number, you hesitate. You buy less. You switch brands. So instead of raising prices aggressively, companies keep the sticker steady and shave ounces off the back end. That’s less likely to trigger your brain. And it works. The Worst Offenders Right Now Chips.
Soda.
Single-serve snacks. The further you get from bulk, the worse the value gets. A 12-pack of Coke creeping toward $9.97? That’s insane. Run the unit math. If it’s buy 2 get 3 free at Kroger, do the math.
Total cost divided by total units. If it comes out to $4 a case? That’s closer to reality. Unit price is king. Always. Same with meat. Ground beef has exploded. But sometimes a 50/50 beef-pork blend at Walmart hits that sweet spot. Closer to ingredients = better value.
Closer to convenience = you’re getting wrecked. Ingredients Beat Snacks Every Time Plain oats? Still solid.
Rice? Still dependable.
Flour? Still cheap. Bulk ingredients have padding built in. They absorb inflation better. Single-serve cookies? Astronomical. Two cookies can cost almost as much as a full bag. And if you run the math on making them from scratch, the ROI is ridiculous. The closer you move toward bulk, the better your survival position gets. That’s not theory. That’s math. Group Buys Might Be the Secret Weapon This might be its own episode. But think about this. Shipping kills value. Whether it’s supplements, bulk meat, or specialty items. Split that shipping with friends? Now the math changes. Split a primal cut of beef.
Split bulk orders.
Split shipping costs. Suddenly your unit price drops dramatically. We talk prepping all the time. But cost discipline is prep too. Final Thoughts Shrinkflation is real. They’re not just raising prices. They’re reducing value. Your defense is simple: Check weight.
Check unit price.
Buy bulk.
Run the math.
Split costs when you can. Stop shopping emotionally.
Start shopping strategically. That’s survival in 2026. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to survive.   Amazon Item OF The Day Food Scale, 11lb Digital Kitchen Scale with 6 Units LCD Display and Tare Function,Compact Design for Baking,Healthy Cooking,Meal Prep, 304 Stainless Steel Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joiningThe Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts!   Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James Survivalpunk Beat Couch Potato Mike to 1k subscribers on Youtube
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The box looks the same.
The price looks the same. But you’re getting less. Your “pound” bag of chips? Not a pound anymore.
16 ounces becomes 14.5 ounces.
Same packaging. Same shelf space. Same mental price anchor. They don’t raise the price because people notice price increases. They shrink the product because most people never check the weight. That’s the game. Why It Works on Your Brain Everyone has internal price anchors. You know what Coke “should” cost.
You know what ground beef “should” cost.
You know what eggs “should” cost. When the price jumps too far past that mental number, you hesitate. You buy less. You switch brands. So instead of raising prices aggressively, companies keep the sticker steady and shave ounces off the back end. That’s less likely to trigger your brain. And it works. The Worst Offenders Right Now Chips.
Soda.
Single-serve snacks. The further you get from bulk, the worse the value gets. A 12-pack of Coke creeping toward $9.97? That’s insane. Run the unit math. If it’s buy 2 get 3 free at Kroger, do the math.
Total cost divided by total units. If it comes out to $4 a case? That’s closer to reality. Unit price is king. Always. Same with meat. Ground beef has exploded. But sometimes a 50/50 beef-pork blend at Walmart hits that sweet spot. Closer to ingredients = better value.
Closer to convenience = you’re getting wrecked. Ingredients Beat Snacks Every Time Plain oats? Still solid.
Rice? Still dependable.
Flour? Still cheap. Bulk ingredients have padding built in. They absorb inflation better. Single-serve cookies? Astronomical. Two cookies can cost almost as much as a full bag. And if you run the math on making them from scratch, the ROI is ridiculous. The closer you move toward bulk, the better your survival position gets. That’s not theory. That’s math. Group Buys Might Be the Secret Weapon This might be its own episode. But think about this. Shipping kills value. Whether it’s supplements, bulk meat, or specialty items. Split that shipping with friends? Now the math changes. Split a primal cut of beef.
Split bulk orders.
Split shipping costs. Suddenly your unit price drops dramatically. We talk prepping all the time. But cost discipline is prep too. Final Thoughts Shrinkflation is real. They’re not just raising prices. They’re reducing value. Your defense is simple: Check weight.
Check unit price.
Buy bulk.
Run the math.
Split costs when you can. Stop shopping emotionally.
Start shopping strategically. That’s survival in 2026. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com. DIY to survive.   Amazon Item OF The Day Food Scale, 11lb Digital Kitchen Scale with 6 Units LCD Display and Tare Function,Compact Design for Baking,Healthy Cooking,Meal Prep, 304 Stainless Steel Think this post was worth 20 cents? Consider joiningThe Survivalpunk Army and get access to exclusive content and discounts!   Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help James 1446false590fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/make-your-home-work-harder-episode-589--70130957home profit Make Your Home Work Harder (Profit + Remodel Strategy) | Episode 589 Hey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com. It’s 39 degrees, and today we’re talking about making your home work harder. This one’s twofold. Part one: remodeling strategically in a broken housing market.
Part two: turning your house from a pure expense into something that actually produces. The housing market sucks right now. That’s just reality. But that doesn’t mean you’re powerless. The Housing Market Is Skewed — Use That Starter homes are struggling. Lower-tier houses are sitting. But higher-end houses? Selling like crazy. Million-dollar homes are moving because people with that kind of money don’t care about rates the same way. That skews the data. People see $400k homes selling and assume everything is hot — but that doesn’t help someone trying to get into their first house. If you’re buying right now, one strategy is simple: buy under your ceiling. Know your range. Don’t stretch yourself to death. Look at homes that need a little TLC. Cosmetic stuff. Cabinets. Paint. Fixtures. Appliances. Flooring. Those are solvable. Over time, you remodel intelligently and build equity yourself. If you’re already in a house, the same concept applies. Pick one room at a time. Kitchen. Bathroom. Flooring. Do it in phases. At the end? You either:

• Have a fully remodeled home you love
• Or you sell at a higher value and move up

But your strategy matters. If your goal is resale, you remodel based on trends — not your personal taste. Sage green cabinets? Trendy. I hate them. Doesn’t matter. If the goal is ROI, you follow market taste. Black kitchens? Also trendy. Not my thing. If it’s your forever home? Then build for you. Two totally different goals. Yard = Wasted Opportunity Most people see yard work as a chore. Leaves? Trash.
Rainwater runoff? Waste.
Space? Decorative. Wrong mindset. Leaves are free compost input. Not just your leaves — your neighbors’ leaves too. Compost them down and:

• Stop buying compost
• Sell compost
• Sell compost tea
• Turn a waste stream into revenue

You’re literally converting trash into product. That’s how you make a home work harder. Gardening Isn’t Just Food — It’s Leverage Growing your own vegetables reduces grocery bills. But microgreens? That’s a business. The profit margins on microgreens are insane if you run it correctly. Small greenhouse. Controlled setup. Scalable. You need to run the numbers. But the ceiling is there. Even if you don’t sell:

• Growing salads = not buying salads
• Growing vegetables = not buying vegetables
• Saving seeds = compounding future production

If you’re watering plants with rainwater you collected off your own roof, from seeds you saved from food you grew? You’re basically printing your own money at that point. Water Runoff Is Money Going Down the Drain Rain barrels and cisterns are underrated. Every time it rains, your roof is producing water. Most people just let it run off. Collect it. Use it for:

• Gardening
• Lawn irrigation
• Emergency supply

Water bills are going up. Ours doubled recently. It’s still affordable, but it won’t always be. Reducing dependency now is smart. Indoor Production: Mushrooms and Niche Products Growing mushrooms indoors is exploding. Lion’s Mane. Reishi. Specialty varieties. The science on mushroom benefits is still unfolding, but the demand is real — and they’re expensive to buy retail. If you’re already spending money on them, growing them yourself cuts cost massively. Get good at it? Sell excess. There are tons of small indoor side hustles you can start from your home. Some are simple. Some are more technical. The common thread: Reduce retail markup. If you can make something yourself that normally carries huge markup — that’s leverage. There’s nothing wrong with profit. But there is a line between fair markup and straight-up exploitation. If you can eliminate the middle layer, your cost drops dramatically. That’s power. Remodel vs Production — Pick Your Angle Your home can:

• Build equity through smart remodeling
• Reduce expenses through production
• Generate income through niche products
• Or do all three

Most people treat their house as:
Mortgage.
Utilities.
Expense. That’s it. But if you treat it like a tool — like an asset that works — it changes the math. Final Thoughts The housing market might be rough. Interest rates might suck. Starter homes might be overpriced. But you still control:

• What you buy
• How you improve it
• What you produce from it
• What you stop paying retail for

Make your home work harder. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com.
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Part two: turning your house from a pure expense into something that actually produces. The housing market sucks right now. That’s just reality. But that doesn’t mean you’re powerless. The Housing Market Is Skewed — Use That Starter homes are struggling. Lower-tier houses are sitting. But higher-end houses? Selling like crazy. Million-dollar homes are moving because people with that kind of money don’t care about rates the same way. That skews the data. People see $400k homes selling and assume everything is hot — but that doesn’t help someone trying to get into their first house. If you’re buying right now, one strategy is simple: buy under your ceiling. Know your range. Don’t stretch yourself to death. Look at homes that need a little TLC. Cosmetic stuff. Cabinets. Paint. Fixtures. Appliances. Flooring. Those are solvable. Over time, you remodel intelligently and build equity yourself. If you’re already in a house, the same concept applies. Pick one room at a time. Kitchen. Bathroom. Flooring. Do it in phases. At the end? You either:

• Have a fully remodeled home you love
• Or you sell at a higher value and move up

But your strategy matters. If your goal is resale, you remodel based on trends — not your personal taste. Sage green cabinets? Trendy. I hate them. Doesn’t matter. If the goal is ROI, you follow market taste. Black kitchens? Also trendy. Not my thing. If it’s your forever home? Then build for you. Two totally different goals. Yard = Wasted Opportunity Most people see yard work as a chore. Leaves? Trash.
Rainwater runoff? Waste.
Space? Decorative. Wrong mindset. Leaves are free compost input. Not just your leaves — your neighbors’ leaves too. Compost them down and:

• Stop buying compost
• Sell compost
• Sell compost tea
• Turn a waste stream into revenue

You’re literally converting trash into product. That’s how you make a home work harder. Gardening Isn’t Just Food — It’s Leverage Growing your own vegetables reduces grocery bills. But microgreens? That’s a business. The profit margins on microgreens are insane if you run it correctly. Small greenhouse. Controlled setup. Scalable. You need to run the numbers. But the ceiling is there. Even if you don’t sell:

• Growing salads = not buying salads
• Growing vegetables = not buying vegetables
• Saving seeds = compounding future production

If you’re watering plants with rainwater you collected off your own roof, from seeds you saved from food you grew? You’re basically printing your own money at that point. Water Runoff Is Money Going Down the Drain Rain barrels and cisterns are underrated. Every time it rains, your roof is producing water. Most people just let it run off. Collect it. Use it for:

• Gardening
• Lawn irrigation
• Emergency supply

Water bills are going up. Ours doubled recently. It’s still affordable, but it won’t always be. Reducing dependency now is smart. Indoor Production: Mushrooms and Niche Products Growing mushrooms indoors is exploding. Lion’s Mane. Reishi. Specialty varieties. The science on mushroom benefits is still unfolding, but the demand is real — and they’re expensive to buy retail. If you’re already spending money on them, growing them yourself cuts cost massively. Get good at it? Sell excess. There are tons of small indoor side hustles you can start from your home. Some are simple. Some are more technical. The common thread: Reduce retail markup. If you can make something yourself that...]]>1293false589fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/using-ai-for-fun-and-profit-episode-588--70129613Ai for fun and proffit   Using AI for Fun and Profit | Episode 588 Good morning. It’s 37 degrees on Valentine’s Day. Hopefully you remembered to plan something for your significant other — unlike me, who accidentally requested off the 15th instead of the 14th. Today we’re talking about using AI — ChatGPT, Suno, and others — for fun and profit. You don’t have to use one specific tool. They all have strengths and weaknesses. They’re only getting better. And if you’re not learning how to use them, you’re falling behind. This episode is about how I actually use AI in real life — for the podcast, for creativity, for fitness tracking, for health data, and even for analyzing DNA. And yes — without AI, this podcast wouldn’t be happening daily. Transcription(base) AI Theme Songs and Creative Leverage For years I used “Blitzkrieg Bop” by the Ramones as intro music. YouTube hated it. Copyright flags. Monetization issues. Headaches. Now I use Suno AI to generate custom theme songs. I can spin up a holiday-specific intro or a tools-themed metal jam in minutes. That simply wasn’t possible before unless you had real money to hire an artist. And it’s not just podcast music. Back in the day, you’d make a mixtape for someone you liked. Cassette. Burned CD. Carefully curated songs. Now? I can write my wife a custom bubblegum-themed romantic parody song in under a minute while sitting at work. That level of creative leverage didn’t exist before. How AI Runs This Podcast Behind the Scenes Here’s where it really gets practical. I use ChatGPT to:

• Generate topic lists (hit or miss — but great for idea sparks)
• Help outline research and talking points
• Convert podcast transcripts into blog posts
• Create tailored thumbnails for each episode

After recording, I run a transcription plugin in Audacity. Export it. Feed it to ChatGPT. It crafts the blog post that matches exactly what I said. Back in the day, making a thumbnail meant:

• Searching Creative Commons images
• Verifying licenses
• Editing in Photoshop
• Formatting text manually

That could take an hour per episode. Now? Seconds. That alone is game-changing. Editing, Transcription, and Efficiency Sometimes the transcription plugin fails. When that happens, I use Descript, which has AI filters that can remove filler words like “um” and “like.” It’s powerful. It costs money at scale. If the show budget explodes someday, that’s one of the first upgrades I’d bring in. But even with free tools, the efficiency gain is massive. AI doesn’t replace me. It removes friction. Fitness Tracking and TRT Logging This is where it gets interesting. I use ChatGPT to track my TRT injections — site rotation, dosage, symptoms. I log:

• 50mg testosterone left hip
• 25mg NPP ventral glute
• Symptoms, mood, energy levels

Some days I forget where I’m supposed to inject next. I ask. It reviews my logs and tells me. It’s not medical advice. It’s structured journaling. And when I eventually see a rheumatologist for chronic fatigue and pain, I’ll walk in with a detailed record of everything I’ve tried and how I felt. That’s powerful leverage. DNA Analysis and Supplement Guessing You can download raw DNA data, convert it into a readable format, and upload it for analysis. You can ask:

• Is this supplement a good fit for my DNA?
• Do I have methylation issues?
• What should I avoid?

Is it perfect? Probably not.
Is it fun and insightful? Absolutely. AI is very good at pattern recognition and extrapolation. You just have to remember it’s not a doctor. Final Thoughts AI isn’t magic. It’s leverage. It saves time. It expands creativity. It reduces friction. It helps organize chaos. You don’t need to build an AI startup. But if you’re not using these tools to streamline your life, your business, your health tracking, your creative output — you’re leaving value on the table. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com.
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• Generate topic lists (hit or miss — but great for idea sparks)
• Help outline research and talking points
• Convert podcast transcripts into blog posts
• Create tailored thumbnails for each episode

After recording, I run a transcription plugin in Audacity. Export it. Feed it to ChatGPT. It crafts the blog post that matches exactly what I said. Back in the day, making a thumbnail meant:

• Searching Creative Commons images
• Verifying licenses
• Editing in Photoshop
• Formatting text manually

That could take an hour per episode. Now? Seconds. That alone is game-changing. Editing, Transcription, and Efficiency Sometimes the transcription plugin fails. When that happens, I use Descript, which has AI filters that can remove filler words like “um” and “like.” It’s powerful. It costs money at scale. If the show budget explodes someday, that’s one of the first upgrades I’d bring in. But even with free tools, the efficiency gain is massive. AI doesn’t replace me. It removes friction. Fitness Tracking and TRT Logging This is where it gets interesting. I use ChatGPT to track my TRT injections — site rotation, dosage, symptoms. I log:

• 50mg testosterone left hip
• 25mg NPP ventral glute
• Symptoms, mood, energy levels

Some days I forget where I’m supposed to inject next. I ask. It reviews my logs and tells me. It’s not medical advice. It’s structured journaling. And when I eventually see a rheumatologist for chronic fatigue and pain, I’ll walk in with a detailed record of everything I’ve tried and how I felt. That’s powerful leverage. DNA Analysis and Supplement Guessing You can download raw DNA data, convert it into a readable format, and upload it for analysis. You can ask:

• Is this supplement a good fit for my DNA?
• Do I have methylation issues?
• What should I avoid?

Is it perfect? Probably not.
Is it fun and insightful? Absolutely. AI is very good at pattern recognition and extrapolation. You just have to remember it’s not a doctor. Final Thoughts AI isn’t magic. It’s leverage. It saves time. It expands creativity. It reduces friction. It helps organize chaos. You don’t need to build an AI startup. But if you’re...]]>1392false588fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/routine-the-most-underrated-survival-tool-episode-587--70079680routine   Routine: The Most Underrated Survival Tool | Episode 587 Hey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com. It’s 45 degrees, I can barely see, and today we’re talking about routine — why it’s a great survival tool, how it helps you now, and how it helps you later. Routine is one of those preps that benefits you in the “for now” times and in the “oh crap” times. In a stressful situation, you fall back to your lowest level of training. So the higher you make that floor, the better you perform. And routine is how you raise the floor. You Will Fall to Your Routine Under Stress There’s a part of my brain that loves routine. I didn’t fully realize that until I got older, but I thrive on it. I get legitimately irritated when something messes up my routine. My morning coffee routine is streamlined. Optimized. Efficient. I’ve tweaked it over and over to make it faster so I can get out the door on time. Lately it’s gotten too long, and I may need to rethink it — but the point is this: Once something becomes routine, you don’t debate it. You just do it. That’s powerful. Because when life gets chaotic, you don’t rise to motivation. You fall back to habit. Eating Routine: Stop Letting Hunger Make Decisions Meal timing and food planning are huge. Yes, there’s nuance. Yes, fasting can have benefits. Yes, you don’t need to force-feed yourself at 9:00 if you’re not hungry. But if you consistently don’t plan food, you will make bad decisions when hunger hits. Your brain only has so much willpower. Decision fatigue is real. Every food choice drains a little bit of mental energy. If you don’t plan, eventually you’ll say, “Screw it,” and grab whatever is easy. Consistency beats intensity every time. I’ve seen people do crash diets — thousand calories a day, one meal a day, massive swings — and sure, they lose weight. Then they binge five pizzas and gain it back. Sustainable routines win. For me, that means:

• Meals prepped
• Protein prioritized
• Food ready before I’m starving

If I’m not hungry at the exact time? Fine. But it’s there when I need it. No panic decisions. Sleep Routine: Your Immune System Depends On It Sleep is massive. Bad sleep tanks your immune system. It wrecks hormones. It crushes recovery. It makes everything else harder. I try to go to bed at the same time every night. My wake time is consistent. Even on off days, I rarely sleep in past 5 or 6 a.m. When you wake up at a consistent time, you’re proactive. When you sleep until noon, you’re reactive all day. You’re behind before you even start. Dial in:

• Bedtime
• Wake time
• Light exposure
• Supplements if needed

Consistency compounds. Money Routine: If You Don’t Plan It, It Plans You There’s a quote floating around — if you don’t plan your money, your money will plan you. It’s true. When I review the budget regularly, everything works. We know where the money’s going. Savings grows. There’s less stress. When I don’t? It’s foggy. It feels tight. You wonder where everything went. Routine budgeting reduces anxiety. It reduces decision fatigue. It increases control. The more you can automate — savings transfers, bills, investments — the fewer decisions you have to make. Less friction means fewer mistakes. Fitness Routine: The Cascade Effect Fitness might be number four on this list, but it’s powerful. A solid training routine creates a cascade of positive effects:

• Better sleep
• Better insulin sensitivity
• Better mental clarity
• Better mood

I’m planning a body recomposition phase. That requires structure. I need a clear plan for when I train, what I eat, and how I recover. Again — routine lowers friction. You don’t argue with yourself. You just execute. Final Thoughts Routine is boring. Routine is not sexy. Routine doesn’t go viral. But routine raises your baseline. And in survival — whether it’s job loss, stress, health issues, or disaster — baseline matters. Dial in:

• Food timing
• Sleep schedule
• Budget reviews
• Fitness structure

You don’t need perfection. You need consistency. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com.
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• Meals prepped
• Protein prioritized
• Food ready before I’m starving

If I’m not hungry at the exact time? Fine. But it’s there when I need it. No panic decisions. Sleep Routine: Your Immune System Depends On It Sleep is massive. Bad sleep tanks your immune system. It wrecks hormones. It crushes recovery. It makes everything else harder. I try to go to bed at the same time every night. My wake time is consistent. Even on off days, I rarely sleep in past 5 or 6 a.m. When you wake up at a consistent time, you’re proactive. When you sleep until noon, you’re reactive all day. You’re behind before you even start. Dial in:

• Bedtime
• Wake time
• Light exposure
• Supplements if needed

Consistency compounds. Money Routine: If You Don’t Plan It, It Plans You There’s a quote floating around — if you don’t plan your money, your money will plan you. It’s true. When I review the budget regularly, everything works. We know where the money’s going. Savings grows. There’s less stress. When I don’t? It’s foggy. It feels tight. You wonder where everything went. Routine budgeting reduces anxiety. It reduces decision fatigue. It increases control. The more you can automate — savings transfers, bills, investments — the fewer decisions you have to make. Less friction means fewer mistakes. Fitness Routine: The Cascade Effect Fitness might be number four on this list, but it’s powerful. A solid training routine creates a cascade of positive effects:

• Better sleep
• Better insulin sensitivity
• Better mental clarity
• Better mood

I’m planning a body recomposition phase. That requires structure. I need a clear plan for when I train, what I eat, and how I recover. Again — routine lowers friction. You don’t argue with yourself. You just execute. Final Thoughts Routine is boring. Routine is not sexy. Routine doesn’t go viral. But...]]>1313false587fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-silent-killers-in-your-home-episode-586--70035094c02 The Silent Killers in Your Home | Episode 586 Good morning. It’s 45 degrees, I’m dragging butt, and today we’re talking about something that quietly kills a lot of people every year. Carbon dioxide. Smoke. Ventilation. The invisible stuff. This isn’t sexy prepping. This is boring, basic, “why are we even talking about this?” prepping. Because a $20 device can literally save your life. Carbon Dioxide: The Cheap Life Insurance You’re Ignoring I was scrolling headlines this morning and saw another story about deaths from carbon dioxide poisoning. It happens every single year. A lot. And here’s the stupid part — a CO₂ detector costs like twenty bucks. Even if you don’t run a propane heater, even if you think your house is “fine,” they’re cheap enough that not owning one is just negligence. Modern homes are airtight. That’s great for energy efficiency. It’s not great if something is off-gassing inside. We run:

• A Mr. Buddy propane backup heater
• On-demand propane hot water

Both can introduce CO₂ into the air. Under normal conditions? Fine. Crank the flame too high? It absolutely spikes. We’ve set ours off before. We’ve seen it climb toward 150 parts per million. The alarm goes off, we crack windows, levels drop. If we didn’t have the monitor? We’d have no clue. That’s the scary part. Without a detector, you literally do not know. Backup Heat Means Backup Monitoring If you’re running any kind of propane heater — especially in winter — this is not optional. Yes, some heaters have built-in shutoff sensors. The Mr. Buddy claims it will shut itself off if CO₂ gets too high. Cool. I still want my own monitor. That’s a belt-and-suspenders situation. Redundancy matters when the failure mode is “you don’t wake up.” Also: crack a window. It feels counterintuitive when you’re trying to heat a space, but fresh air matters. Smoke Detectors: The Highest ROI Device in Your House If your house doesn’t have smoke detectors, I don’t know what to tell you. They are cheap. The return on investment is astronomical. The ROI of not dying in a house fire? I’ll take that trade every day of the week. Yes, I’ve had one fail before. I installed one when I built my house, it broke, and there was a stretch where we didn’t have one. It happens. Then you fix it. Also: change your batteries. Do not be the person whose smoke detector chirps for three months. Just replace the batteries. Batteries: The Boring Prep That Matters CO₂ detectors. Smoke alarms. Flashlights. They all need batteries. Stock some. I bought one of those zippered foam battery organizers that holds multiple sizes. It’s nerdy, but having a full case of ready-to-go batteries is awesome. Also, don’t cheap out on garbage rechargeable batteries. I bought some that were labeled rechargeable and either weren’t — or were just trash. They wouldn’t hold a charge. When it comes to life-safety gear? Buy decent batteries. Combination Units vs Dedicated Monitors Many modern smoke detectors also monitor CO₂. That’s fine. Two-for-one is great. Personally, I like a dedicated CO₂ monitor that shows parts per million in real time. I want to see the numbers. I want to watch them drop when I open a window. But if you’re starting from scratch? A combo unit is far better than nothing. The goal is awareness. Radon and Other Invisible Problems Carbon dioxide isn’t the only invisible threat. Radon is real. I’ve watched a YouTube renovation series where a homeowner tested high radon levels in a basement before sealing and fixing it. That’s something you may want to test, depending on where you live. Ventilation matters. Fresh air matters. And if you have natural gas? Know where your emergency shutoff is. That’s non-negotiable. Final Thoughts This episode isn’t dramatic. It’s not about collapse. It’s about not dying from something preventable. Buy a CO₂ detector.
Test your smoke alarms.
Stock batteries.
Know your shutoffs.
Crack a window when running propane. Preparedness isn’t always about big disasters. Sometimes it’s about the invisible stuff quietly building up in your own house. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com.
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• A Mr. Buddy propane backup heater
• On-demand propane hot water

Both can introduce CO₂ into the air. Under normal conditions? Fine. Crank the flame too high? It absolutely spikes. We’ve set ours off before. We’ve seen it climb toward 150 parts per million. The alarm goes off, we crack windows, levels drop. If we didn’t have the monitor? We’d have no clue. That’s the scary part. Without a detector, you literally do not know. Backup Heat Means Backup Monitoring If you’re running any kind of propane heater — especially in winter — this is not optional. Yes, some heaters have built-in shutoff sensors. The Mr. Buddy claims it will shut itself off if CO₂ gets too high. Cool. I still want my own monitor. That’s a belt-and-suspenders situation. Redundancy matters when the failure mode is “you don’t wake up.” Also: crack a window. It feels counterintuitive when you’re trying to heat a space, but fresh air matters. Smoke Detectors: The Highest ROI Device in Your House If your house doesn’t have smoke detectors, I don’t know what to tell you. They are cheap. The return on investment is astronomical. The ROI of not dying in a house fire? I’ll take that trade every day of the week. Yes, I’ve had one fail before. I installed one when I built my house, it broke, and there was a stretch where we didn’t have one. It happens. Then you fix it. Also: change your batteries. Do not be the person whose smoke detector chirps for three months. Just replace the batteries. Batteries: The Boring Prep That Matters CO₂ detectors. Smoke alarms. Flashlights. They all need batteries. Stock some. I bought one of those zippered foam battery organizers that holds multiple sizes. It’s nerdy, but having a full case of ready-to-go batteries is awesome. Also, don’t cheap out on garbage rechargeable batteries. I bought some that were labeled rechargeable and either weren’t — or were just trash. They wouldn’t hold a charge. When it comes to life-safety gear? Buy decent batteries. Combination Units vs Dedicated Monitors Many modern smoke detectors also monitor CO₂. That’s fine. Two-for-one is great. Personally, I like a dedicated CO₂ monitor that shows parts per million in real time. I want to see the numbers. I want to watch them drop when I open a window. But if you’re starting from scratch? A combo unit is far better than nothing. The goal is awareness. Radon and Other Invisible Problems Carbon dioxide isn’t the only invisible threat. Radon is real. I’ve watched a YouTube renovation series where a homeowner tested high radon levels in a basement before sealing and fixing it. That’s something you may want to test, depending on where you live. Ventilation matters. Fresh air matters. And if you have natural gas? Know where your emergency shutoff is. That’s non-negotiable. Final Thoughts This episode isn’t dramatic. It’s not about collapse. It’s about not dying from something preventable. Buy a CO₂ detector.1317false586fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/taking-care-of-your-health-before-it-forces-you-to-episode-585--69970465health check   Taking Care of Your Health Before It Forces You To | Episode 585 Good morning. It’s 35 degrees, it’s cold, and today we’re talking about something that doesn’t trend on YouTube and doesn’t get clicks like “grid down tomorrow” — your health. There’s a reason I’m covering this now. A guy I’ve known since I was about 11 passed away recently. Football teammate. Same schools. Long history. Early word is it may have been a cardiac event. And before we go any further — I am not saying any advice in this episode would have saved him. Sometimes things just happen. But if you’re neglecting your health? This is your wake-up call. You’re Not “Just Getting Old” I’m 44. And for a while I told myself the fatigue was normal. Weird sleep schedule. Overtime. Overnight shifts. Aches and pains. That’s just aging, right? That mindset is a trap. Yes, you shouldn’t run to the doctor for every sniffle. I didn’t. But you also shouldn’t just accept feeling like garbage as your new baseline. If you wake up tired every day. If your joints hurt constantly. If your energy is gone. That’s data. Don’t ignore it. Trying to Fix It Yourself (And When That Stops Working) If you’ve listened for a while, you know I’ve been troubleshooting my own health. Testosterone. Supplements. Methylated vitamins. Higher-dose vitamin D. Peptides. Cutting things out. Adding things in. Tracking symptoms with ChatGPT. Logging fatigue, flare-ups, lab numbers, theories. Some things helped briefly. Some did nothing. Some made things worse. At some point, you have to admit: you’re guessing. I finally used telehealth through my terrible insurance and got bloodwork done. Electrolytes, kidney function, autoimmune markers. Most came back fine. Except two didn’t. ANA positive.
Anti–double stranded DNA positive (low positive). Those markers can point toward autoimmune issues. Possibly lupus. I’m not self-diagnosing. I’m seeing a rheumatologist. But I finally have data instead of guesses. That matters. Don’t Wait Until It’s Out of Control Here’s the prepper lesson. We stock food before we’re starving.
We store water before we’re thirsty.
We build first aid kits before we’re bleeding. But most people ignore their blood pressure, ignore chronic fatigue, ignore pain, ignore lab work — until it explodes. At minimum:

• Get bloodwork once a year.
• Know your baseline numbers.
• Track changes over time.
• If something’s off, address it early.

You don’t even have to rely entirely on a doctor to initiate it. There are affordable lab services where you can order panels yourself and see the numbers. That yearly snapshot alone is powerful. Preparedness includes your body. Stop White-Knuckling It For months, the only thing helping me push through fatigue was kratom. Say what you want — it helped me function. But that’s a band-aid. It’s not a diagnosis. White-knuckling your way through work, overtime, parenting, life — that’s not strength. That’s deferred maintenance. If you wouldn’t run your truck with the oil light on for six months, don’t do it to your body. You are the most important piece of gear you own. Final Thoughts I don’t know yet what’s going on with me. Maybe it’s autoimmune. Maybe it’s iron depletion. Maybe it’s something else entirely. What I do know is this: ignoring it wasn’t working. Take care of your health before it forces you to.
Get the data. Make informed decisions.
And stop pretending feeling terrible is just part of getting older. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com.
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Anti–double stranded DNA positive (low positive). Those markers can point toward autoimmune issues. Possibly lupus. I’m not self-diagnosing. I’m seeing a rheumatologist. But I finally have data instead of guesses. That matters. Don’t Wait Until It’s Out of Control Here’s the prepper lesson. We stock food before we’re starving.
We store water before we’re thirsty.
We build first aid kits before we’re bleeding. But most people ignore their blood pressure, ignore chronic fatigue, ignore pain, ignore lab work — until it explodes. At minimum:

• Get bloodwork once a year.
• Know your baseline numbers.
• Track changes over time.
• If something’s off, address it early.

You don’t even have to rely entirely on a doctor to initiate it. There are affordable lab services where you can order panels yourself and see the numbers. That yearly snapshot alone is powerful. Preparedness includes your body. Stop White-Knuckling It For months, the only thing helping me push through fatigue was kratom. Say what you want — it helped me function. But that’s a band-aid. It’s not a diagnosis. White-knuckling your way through work, overtime, parenting, life — that’s not strength. That’s deferred maintenance. If you wouldn’t run your truck with the oil light on for six months, don’t do it to your body. You are the most important piece of gear you own. Final Thoughts I don’t know yet what’s going on with me. Maybe it’s autoimmune. Maybe it’s iron depletion. Maybe it’s something else entirely. What I do know is this: ignoring it wasn’t working. Take care of your health before it forces you to.
Get the data. Make informed decisions.
And stop pretending feeling terrible is just part of getting older. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com.
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• Firearm laws: Guns are tools. A state hostile to ownership is limiting one of your survival options.
• Nuclear risk: Proximity to major targets and prevailing winds matter. So does distance from nuclear reactors.
• Income reality: None of this works if you can’t make a living where you move.

You can’t survive on ideology alone. You still need money, skills, and systems. Closing The best state for survival isn’t the one that wins a YouTube ranking. It’s the one where your climate, population density, income, community, and risk profile line up with your actual life. Tennessee works for me — not because it’s perfect, but because it’s balanced. Assess where you live. Be honest about your limits. And stop chasing fantasy maps. This is James from SurvivalPunk.com.
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Because there is no perfect state. There are only compromises you can live with. The Problem With “Top 9” Survival State Lists I watched a video recently that ranked nine states that would supposedly do best in a collapse scenario. The creator put in serious work — hundreds of hours of research — and a lot of it made sense. Tennessee was on the list, and I was pretty happy with where it landed. But every time I watch lists like this, I catch myself doing what most people do: looking to see if my state made the cut. That alone tells you something important. These lists hit emotionally, not practically. Even the states that rank high still have real drawbacks. And the ones that rank low often have strengths that don’t show up on paper. Population Density Is a Double-Edged Sword Population density matters — a lot — but not in the simple way people think. Low population density sounds great until you realize it also means fewer services, fewer jobs, and fewer amenities. If you move somewhere extremely remote, you’re trading convenience and infrastructure for isolation. On the flip side, dense cities are terrible for survival. Too many people, too much dependence, and too much competition for resources. Cities are where things unravel first when systems fail. The sweet spot is balance. Enough people to support infrastructure and community, but not so many that you’re surrounded by desperation. Isolation Is Romantic — Until It Isn’t A lot of people fantasize about total isolation. Alaska wilderness. Middle of nowhere. No neighbors. That sounds cool until you’re honest with yourself. Most humans are not built to be true isolationists. If you were, you wouldn’t be listening to this podcast — you’d already be off-grid somewhere, alone, doing your thing. Almost nobody actually wants zero people. Add a family into the equation and it matters even more. You don’t get to unilaterally decide to drag everyone into extreme isolation because you’re bored or having a midlife crisis. Survival planning has to account for the people you’re responsible for, not just your personal fantasy. Climate: Middle Ground Wins Climate is another area where extremes hurt you. Super cold areas bring long winters, heavy snow, and logistics problems. Super hot areas make you dependent on water and cooling. Living without air conditioning in extreme heat is brutal, especially in modern homes that weren’t designed for passive cooling. A temperate, middle-of-the-road climate tends to be easier to manage. Mild winters. Warm but not oppressive summers. Less strain on heating and cooling systems. This is one of the reasons Tennessee sits in a comfortable middle. We get winter, but not months of it. We get summer, but not desert-level heat. That balance matters. Tradition and Community Matter More Than Rankings One of the most overlooked factors is local culture and tradition. Areas with a history of self-reliance — gardening, canning, fixing things, helping neighbors — have a massive advantage when systems fail. But here’s the catch: if you move into those areas as an outsider, you may never fully belong. Some communities take generations to accept newcomers. That doesn’t make them bad — it just means you need to be realistic. If you already live in a place like that, you’re ahead. If you’re planning to move, understand that community can’t be bought or rushed. Natural Disasters and Real Risk Assessment You also need to honestly assess natural...]]>1595false584fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/skills-that-pay-you-back-in-30-days-episode-583--69843393skills that pay     Skills That Pay You Back in 30 Days | Episode 583 Most people think “learning a skill” means years of grinding before you see a payoff. That’s wrong. There are a bunch of skills you can get to a useful level fast—like “top 10% because most people can’t do it at all” fast—and they’ll save you real money immediately. Some of them will be frustrating as hell. Some of them you’ll need to learn when to stop and call a pro. But a few basic skills can save you hundreds… and sometimes thousands… in the next 30 days. The Cheat Code: “Top 10%” Is Shockingly Easy There’s a bell curve to everything. Going from zero → competent is usually quick if you practice smart. Going from competent → elite is where it gets brutally hard. For prepping, you don’t need elite. You need “I can handle basic problems without panic, and I’m not paying someone $300 for something I can do in an afternoon.” That’s the sweet spot. Drywall Repair: Fast, Cheap, and Nobody Cares But You Drywall is probably the #1 “learn this and instantly stop bleeding money” skill. You can patch drywall a million ways. Some are janky but functional. Some look great and last. The key is picking the method that matches how much you care about the finish and how long you want it to hold up. Yes, if you post your drywall patch online, the “pros and armchair generals” will come tell you you’re an idiot. Ignore them. Your wife will think you’re a wizard because the hole is gone. And the first time you do it, you’ll buy some basic tools—then you own them forever. That setup cost pays off fast. Basic Electrical: Replace an Outlet Before It Burns Your House Down Replacing an outlet is one of those skills that sounds scary until you do it right a couple times. Watch several videos. Get familiar with the process. Don’t rush it. Electricity can kill you, and it can also burn your house down if you get lazy. Keep just enough fear to stay respectful. This isn’t theoretical either—you can have an outlet overheat from a space heater pulling too much power. When you smell burning, the move is simple: kill the breaker and fix the problem, not “leave it and hope.” Once you know outlets, that leads to bigger wins: adding an outlet, moving an outlet, swapping a fixture—skills that stack with drywall work. Cut drywall, run wire, mount box, patch drywall, paint. Done. Plumbing: It’s Annoying, But Fixing Leaks Pays in Blood Plumbing is a pain in the ass. That’s just part of the deal. But the payoff is huge because busted pipes and leaks get expensive fast and ruin your whole day. The minimum viable plumbing skill is being able to stop the bleeding: cap something off, patch a busted line, fix a basic leak. Having a few tools and parts on hand matters—PEX tools (even if they’re not perfect), a few fittings, and emergency push-to-connect fittings for when you just need water stopped now and you’ll do it prettier later. Car Skills: Tires First, Then Diagnostics The number-one car skill isn’t changing oil. It’s tires. Changing a tire gets you home. Plugging a tire keeps that same tire running like nothing happened and can save you from buying a replacement. A tire plug is one of the highest-ROI skills you can learn quickly. From there, the next big upgrade is learning the common failures you’ll actually see: ignition coils, basic sensors, and simple electrical issues. If you want to level up fast, having a basic diagnostic scanner at home is huge. Even if you don’t fix everything, knowing what’s wrong stops you from getting fleeced. The line is simple: when it turns into “it could be 20 different things,” that’s usually when it’s smarter to pay a professional to diagnose instead of playing expensive whack-a-mole. Know When to Stop: Skill Doesn’t Mean Stupidity There are medical skills worth knowing—no question. But there’s also a point where confidence turns into a bad decision. Having knowledge and tools is good. Deciding to pull your own tooth because you have a toothache is probably a terrible day. Preparedness includes knowing when to DIY and when to hand it off. Closing Skills are the prep that pays you twice: once in money saved, and again in confidence when something breaks at the worst possible time. Start with drywall. Learn basic outlet replacement. Get minimally competent at stopping leaks. Learn tires and tire plugs. Add a diagnostic scanner if you want to get dangerous. Learn fast. Save money. Stay independent. This has been James from SurvivalPunk.com.
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Some of them you’ll need to learn when to stop and call a pro. But a few basic skills can save you hundreds… and sometimes thousands… in the next 30 days. The Cheat Code: “Top 10%” Is Shockingly Easy There’s a bell curve to everything. Going from zero → competent is usually quick if you practice smart. Going from competent → elite is where it gets brutally hard. For prepping, you don’t need elite. You need “I can handle basic problems without panic, and I’m not paying someone $300 for something I can do in an afternoon.” That’s the sweet spot. Drywall Repair: Fast, Cheap, and Nobody Cares But You Drywall is probably the #1 “learn this and instantly stop bleeding money” skill. You can patch drywall a million ways. Some are janky but functional. Some look great and last. The key is picking the method that matches how much you care about the finish and how long you want it to hold up. Yes, if you post your drywall patch online, the “pros and armchair generals” will come tell you you’re an idiot. Ignore them. Your wife will think you’re a wizard because the hole is gone. And the first time you do it, you’ll buy some basic tools—then you own them forever. That setup cost pays off fast. Basic Electrical: Replace an Outlet Before It Burns Your House Down Replacing an outlet is one of those skills that sounds scary until you do it right a couple times. Watch several videos. Get familiar with the process. Don’t rush it. Electricity can kill you, and it can also burn your house down if you get lazy. Keep just enough fear to stay respectful. This isn’t theoretical either—you can have an outlet overheat from a space heater pulling too much power. When you smell burning, the move is simple: kill the breaker and fix the problem, not “leave it and hope.” Once you know outlets, that leads to bigger wins: adding an outlet, moving an outlet, swapping a fixture—skills that stack with drywall work. Cut drywall, run wire, mount box, patch drywall, paint. Done. Plumbing: It’s Annoying, But Fixing Leaks Pays in Blood Plumbing is a pain in the ass. That’s just part of the deal. But the payoff is huge because busted pipes and leaks get expensive fast and ruin your whole day. The minimum viable plumbing skill is being able to stop the bleeding: cap something off, patch a busted line, fix a basic leak. Having a few tools and parts on hand matters—PEX tools (even if they’re not perfect), a few fittings, and emergency push-to-connect fittings for when you just need water stopped now and you’ll do it prettier later. Car Skills: Tires First, Then Diagnostics The number-one car skill isn’t changing oil. It’s tires. Changing a tire gets you home. Plugging a tire keeps that same tire running like nothing happened and can save you from buying a replacement. A tire plug is one of the highest-ROI skills you can learn quickly. From there, the next big upgrade is learning the common failures you’ll actually see: ignition coils, basic sensors, and simple electrical issues. If you want to level up fast, having a basic diagnostic scanner at home is huge. Even if you don’t fix everything, knowing what’s wrong stops you from getting fleeced. The line is simple: when it turns into “it could be 20 different things,” that’s usually when it’s smarter to pay a professional to diagnose instead of playing expensive whack-a-mole. Know When to Stop: Skill Doesn’t Mean Stupidity There are medical skills worth knowing—no question. But there’s also a point where confidence...]]>1554false583fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dollar-tree-survival-what-s-worth-buying-and-what-s-trash-episode-582--69809825 But when weather hits and shelves start thinning out, a lot of the most useful stuff people grab doesn’t come from boutique survival stores — it comes from places like Dollar Tree. "Dollar Tree Survival: What’s Worth Buying (And What’s Trash) | Episode 582" The post Dollar Tree Survival: What’s Worth Buying (And What’s Trash) | Episode 582 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9545Thu, 05 Feb 2026 11:00:21 +0000James BurnetteEvery prepper loves to argue gear. Expensive gear. Fancy gear. Tactical gear. But when weather hits and shelves start thinning out, a lot of the most useful stuff people grab doesn’t come from boutique survival stores — it comes from places like... But when weather hits and shelves start thinning out, a lot of the most useful stuff people grab doesn’t come from boutique survival stores — it comes from places like Dollar Tree. "Dollar Tree Survival: What’s Worth Buying (And What’s Trash) | Episode 582" The post Dollar Tree Survival: What’s Worth Buying (And What’s Trash) | Episode 582 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1482false582fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ice-apocalypse-after-action-report-episode-581--69758624Ice Apocalypse After-Action Report | Episode 581 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9539Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:00:40 +0000James BurnetteIt’s been over a week of ice, snow, sleet, freezing rain, and roads that look like a skating rink. Tennessee doesn’t have enough plows, most side roads don’t get touched, and once the snow turned to ice it just sat there — two to three inches thick....Ice Apocalypse After-Action Report | Episode 581 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1378false581fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/snow-panic-shopping-in-the-south-episode-580--69618893Snow Panic Shopping in the South | Episode 580 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9535Tue, 27 Jan 2026 11:00:10 +0000James BurnetteEvery time the forecast even whispers the word “snow” down here, the grocery store turns into a zombie movie with shopping carts. Milk vanishes. Bread disappears. People act like they’re about to be trapped in the Andes for six months… when the...Snow Panic Shopping in the South | Episode 580 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1314false580fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/multi-generational-living-is-back-whether-you-planned-for-it-or-not-episode-579--69591387Multi-Generational Living Is Back (Whether You Planned for It or Not) | Episode 579 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9531Mon, 26 Jan 2026 14:00:03 +0000James BurnetteHousing is broken. Rent is insane. Mortgages are brutal. And because of that, something old is becoming new again: multi-generational living. In this episode, I talk through why more families are stacking back up under one roof, why this isn’t some...Multi-Generational Living Is Back (Whether You Planned for It or Not) | Episode 579 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1251false579fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-gear-you-don-t-use-but-probably-should-part-2-episode-578--69544294The Gear You Don’t Use (But Probably Should) – Part 2 | Episode 578 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9527Thu, 22 Jan 2026 11:00:03 +0000James BurnetteIt’s 14 degrees, I’m on the way to work, my voice is rough, and we’re continuing part two of the gear you don’t use — but probably should. This episode is about expensive preps people treat like insurance policies. You buy them, put them away, and...The Gear You Don’t Use (But Probably Should) – Part 2 | Episode 578 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>872false578fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-gear-you-ll-never-use-and-why-you-bought-it-anyway-episode-577--69530340The Gear You’ll Never Use (And Why You Bought It Anyway) | Episode 577 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9523Wed, 21 Jan 2026 11:16:14 +0000James BurnetteThere’s a lot of gear that looks cool, feels cool to buy, and then quietly sits in a closet for years. In this episode, I’m talking about the stuff that rarely gets used — the gear you bought anyway — and how to think about whether it was a smart...The Gear You’ll Never Use (And Why You Bought It Anyway) | Episode 577 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1477false577fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/staying-out-of-the-crazy-cities-episode-576--69517294Staying Out of the Crazy Cities | Episode 576 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9516Tue, 20 Jan 2026 11:00:55 +0000James BurnetteIt’s 20 degrees, my voice is finally back, and today we’re talking about something that keeps coming up more and more — staying out of the crazy cities. This episode isn’t about doom porn or internet outrage. It’s about pattern recognition, personal...Staying Out of the Crazy Cities | Episode 576 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1404false576fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eat-cheap-without-eating-garbage-episode-575--69504708Eat Cheap Without Eating Garbage | Episode 575 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9513Mon, 19 Jan 2026 11:00:23 +0000James BurnetteEating cheap doesn’t mean eating like crap — but a lot of people act like it does. In this episode, I talk through how to eat affordably without wrecking your health, why fast food is a scam now, and how boring, repeatable food choices actually win...Eat Cheap Without Eating Garbage | Episode 575 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1173false575fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-governments-move-fast-preppers-should-pay-attention-episode-573--69418545When Governments Move Fast, Preppers Should Pay Attention | Episode 573 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9504Tue, 13 Jan 2026 11:00:36 +0000James BurnetteThis episode isn’t about breaking news or hot takes. By the time you hear this, you already know the headlines. What I care about — and what preppers should care about — is what it means when governments suddenly move fast, decisively, and with...When Governments Move Fast, Preppers Should Pay Attention | Episode 573 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1321false573fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/diy-beats-store-bought-power-batteries-and-backup-systems-episode-572--69400158DIY Beats Store-Bought: Power, Batteries, and Backup Systems | Episode 572 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9501Mon, 12 Jan 2026 11:00:07 +0000James BurnetteBuying a sleek solar generator feels good. It looks clean, it promises plug-and-play power, and it costs about as much as a used car. In this episode, I break down why building your own battery backup system often makes more sense — not for bragging...DIY Beats Store-Bought: Power, Batteries, and Backup Systems | Episode 572 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1522false572fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/diy-beats-store-bought-gear-episode-571--69371030DIY Beats Store-Bought Gear | Episode 571 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9498Fri, 09 Jan 2026 12:56:49 +0000James BurnetteMost people default to buying everything off a shelf because it feels easier. In this episode, I break down why that’s often the wrong move. This is about knowing when DIY actually beats store-bought — not as a hobby, but as a smarter, cheaper, more...DIY Beats Store-Bought Gear | Episode 571 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1672false571fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/new-year-real-goals-episode-570--69352081New Year, Real Goals | Episode 570 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9494Thu, 08 Jan 2026 11:00:22 +0000James BurnetteGood morning, this is James from SurvivalPunk.com, and today we’re doing something way less flashy than predictions, doom charts, or crystal-ball nonsense. We’re talking about goals — real ones — and why the new year is actually a useful checkpoint if...New Year, Real Goals | Episode 570 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1532false570fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/taking-your-health-into-your-own-hands-episode-569--69338943 how fragile the healthcare system feels when you’re the one stuck dealing with it. "Taking Your Health Into Your Own Hands | Episode 569" The post Taking Your Health Into Your Own Hands | Episode 569 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9491Wed, 07 Jan 2026 11:00:12 +0000James BurnetteGood morning, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and today we’re talking about something that quietly scares the hell out of people once they actually experience it: how fragile the healthcare system feels when you’re the one stuck dealing with it.... how fragile the healthcare system feels when you’re the one stuck dealing with it. "Taking Your Health Into Your Own Hands | Episode 569" The post Taking Your Health Into Your Own Hands | Episode 569 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1490false569fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2025-the-year-that-squeezed-everyone-episode-568--693214462025: The Year That Squeezed Everyone | Episode 568 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9488Tue, 06 Jan 2026 11:00:51 +0000James BurnetteGood morning, this is James from SurvivalPunk.com, and today we’re doing something every prepper should do once in a while: a hard look in the rearview mirror. Not nostalgia. Not doom. Just an honest assessment of what actually hit people in 2025 and...2025: The Year That Squeezed Everyone | Episode 568 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1350false568fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keeping-christmas-traditions-alive-in-hard-times-episode-567--69131884 keeping traditions alive. "Keeping Christmas Traditions Alive in Hard Times | Episode 567" The post Keeping Christmas Traditions Alive in Hard Times | Episode 567 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9484Fri, 19 Dec 2025 11:00:07 +0000James BurnetteGood morning, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and today’s episode is a little different. This one isn’t about gear, food buckets, or backup power. It’s about something just as important for survival, especially when things feel shaky: keeping... keeping traditions alive. "Keeping Christmas Traditions Alive in Hard Times | Episode 567" The post Keeping Christmas Traditions Alive in Hard Times | Episode 567 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1450false567fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/apartment-backup-power-that-actually-works-episode-566--69115696 how do you do real backup power when you live in an apartment or rental? "Apartment Backup Power That Actually Works | Episode 566" The post Apartment Backup Power That Actually Works | Episode 566 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9481Thu, 18 Dec 2025 11:00:31 +0000James BurnetteGood morning, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and it’s one of those cold, gray mornings where power outages feel just a little too plausible. Today’s episode tackles a question a lot of people quietly stress about but don’t get good answers on: how... how do you do real backup power when you live in an apartment or rental? "Apartment Backup Power That Actually Works | Episode 566" The post Apartment Backup Power That Actually Works | Episode 566 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1390false566fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/diy-christmas-gifts-that-actually-matter-part-2-episode-565--69094518DIY Christmas Gifts That Actually Matter (Part 2) | Episode 565 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9477Wed, 17 Dec 2025 11:00:43 +0000James BurnetteGood morning, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and holy hell — it’s cold. Like ten degrees, why do I live here cold. That makes today’s episode even more fitting, because we’re continuing the DIY Christmas gift series with Part 2, and this time we’re...DIY Christmas Gifts That Actually Matter (Part 2) | Episode 565 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1190false565fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/diy-christmas-gifts-that-actually-matter-part-1-episode-564--69073976 DIY, homemade Christmas gifts. "DIY Christmas Gifts That Actually Matter (Part 1) | Episode 564" The post DIY Christmas Gifts That Actually Matter (Part 1) | Episode 564 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9473Tue, 16 Dec 2025 11:00:01 +0000James BurnetteGood morning, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and we’re continuing the Christmas run with something that hits harder than anything you can grab off a shelf: DIY, homemade Christmas gifts. "DIY Christmas Gifts That Actually Matter (Part 1) |... DIY, homemade Christmas gifts. "DIY Christmas Gifts That Actually Matter (Part 1) | Episode 564" The post DIY Christmas Gifts That Actually Matter (Part 1) | Episode 564 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1635false564fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cooking-christmas-dinner-from-your-preps-part-2-episode-563--69054573 side dishes, breads, and desserts, all made from long-term storage and everyday pantry preps. "Cooking Christmas Dinner From Your Preps (Part 2) | Episode 563" The post Cooking Christmas Dinner From Your Preps (Part 2) | Episode 563 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9469Mon, 15 Dec 2025 11:00:54 +0000James BurnetteGood morning, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and today we’re finishing out the Christmas dinner series with Part 2 — the stuff that actually makes the meal feel like Christmas: side dishes, breads, and desserts, all made from long-term storage and... side dishes, breads, and desserts, all made from long-term storage and everyday pantry preps. "Cooking Christmas Dinner From Your Preps (Part 2) | Episode 563" The post Cooking Christmas Dinner From Your Preps (Part 2) | Episode 563 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1392false563fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cooking-christmas-dinner-from-your-preps-part-1-episode-562--69005824 how to cook a full Christmas dinner entirely from your preps — no grocery trip required. "Cooking Christmas Dinner From Your Preps (Part 1) | Episode 562" The post Cooking Christmas Dinner From Your Preps (Part 1) | Episode 562 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9464Fri, 12 Dec 2025 11:00:47 +0000James BurnetteGood morning — it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and it’s a crisp 40-degree December morning. Today we’re kicking off Part 1 of a new holiday series: how to cook a full Christmas dinner entirely from your preps — no grocery trip required. "Cooking... how to cook a full Christmas dinner entirely from your preps — no grocery trip required. "Cooking Christmas Dinner From Your Preps (Part 1) | Episode 562" The post Cooking Christmas Dinner From Your Preps (Part 1) | Episode 562 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1520false562fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prepper-christmas-gifts-part-2-episode-561--68989686Prepper Christmas Gifts (Part 2) | Episode 561 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9461Thu, 11 Dec 2025 11:00:23 +0000James BurnetteGood morning, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and — surprise, surprise — it’s another 36-degree morning. Today we’re continuing the Christmas prepper gift series with Part 2, diving deeper into practical gifts you can give to preppers or use to...Prepper Christmas Gifts (Part 2) | Episode 561 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1671false561fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prepper-christmas-gifts-under-100-episode-560--68988525 Christmas gifts for the preppers in your life — all under $100, all practical, all survival-ready. You walked through a solid list in your recording — from Leathermans to cheap knives to power banks — so this episode breaks down those ideas into a clean Survival Punk gift guide. "Prepper Christmas Gifts Under $100 | Episode 560" The post Prepper Christmas Gifts Under $100 | Episode 560 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9457Wed, 10 Dec 2025 11:00:39 +0000James BurnetteGood morning, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and today we’re talking about something fun, useful, and extremely relevant this time of year: Christmas gifts for the preppers in your life — all under $100, all practical, all survival-ready. You... Christmas gifts for the preppers in your life — all under $100, all practical, all survival-ready. You walked through a solid list in your recording — from Leathermans to cheap knives to power banks — so this episode breaks down those ideas into a clean Survival Punk gift guide. "Prepper Christmas Gifts Under $100 | Episode 560" The post Prepper Christmas Gifts Under $100 | Episode 560 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1414false560fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-prep-around-dumb-laws-part-2-episode-559--68957370 Part 1 hit Berkeys, rainwater, kratom, and general self-reliance.
Part 2 is all about the banned, the restricted, the neutered, and the over-regulated gear every prepper deals with. "How to Prep Around Dumb Laws (Part 2) | Episode 559" The post How to Prep Around Dumb Laws (Part 2) | Episode 559 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9454Tue, 09 Dec 2025 11:00:21 +0000James BurnetteGood morning, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and today we’re continuing the series on ridiculous restrictions, overregulation, and government “solutions” that make preparedness harder instead of easier. Part 1 hit Berkeys, rainwater, kratom, and... Part 1 hit Berkeys, rainwater, kratom, and general self-reliance.
Part 2 is all about the banned, the restricted, the neutered, and the over-regulated gear every prepper deals with. "How to Prep Around Dumb Laws (Part 2) | Episode 559" The post How to Prep Around Dumb Laws (Part 2) | Episode 559 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1489false559fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-prep-around-dumb-laws-part-1-episode-558--68941947 dumb laws that make preparedness harder — and how to prep anyway. "How to Prep Around Dumb Laws (Part 1) | Episode 558" The post How to Prep Around Dumb Laws (Part 1) | Episode 558 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9450Mon, 08 Dec 2025 11:00:42 +0000James BurnetteGood morning, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and today we’re kicking off a brand-new series about something every prepper eventually runs face-first into: dumb laws that make preparedness harder — and how to prep anyway. "How to Prep Around Dumb... dumb laws that make preparedness harder — and how to prep anyway. "How to Prep Around Dumb Laws (Part 1) | Episode 558" The post How to Prep Around Dumb Laws (Part 1) | Episode 558 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1622false558fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prepping-for-your-pets-episode-557--68897831 your pets. "Prepping for Your Pets | Episode 557" The post Prepping for Your Pets | Episode 557 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9444Fri, 05 Dec 2025 11:00:58 +0000James BurnetteGood morning, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and today we’re talking about a part of preparedness that almost everyone forgets until it’s too late: your pets. "Prepping for Your Pets | Episode 557" The post... your pets. "Prepping for Your Pets | Episode 557" The post Prepping for Your Pets | Episode 557 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1525false557fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shaving-for-the-apocalypse-episode-556--68879116 shaving — specifically why new shaving tech sucks, what actually works, and what you should use when SHTF. "Shaving for the Apocalypse | Episode 556" The post Shaving for the Apocalypse | Episode 556 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9442Thu, 04 Dec 2025 11:00:37 +0000James BurnetteGood morning, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and it’s a cold 42-degree start to the day. Today we’re talking about something every man deals with, but almost nobody thinks about as a prepper: shaving — specifically why new shaving tech sucks, what... shaving — specifically why new shaving tech sucks, what actually works, and what you should use when SHTF. "Shaving for the Apocalypse | Episode 556" The post Shaving for the Apocalypse | Episode 556 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1626false556fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trt-after-two-months-my-honest-thoughts-so-far-episode-555--68847572TRT After Two Months — My Honest Thoughts So Far | Episode 555 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9436Wed, 03 Dec 2025 11:24:59 +0000James Burnette"TRT After Two Months — My Honest Thoughts So Far | Episode 555" The post https://www.survivalpunk.com/trt-after-two-months-my-honest-thoughts-so-far-episode-555/ appeared first on https://www.survivalpunk.com.TRT After Two Months — My Honest Thoughts So Far | Episode 555 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1741false555fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/building-your-ultimate-survival-shed-episode-554--68830661 building your ultimate survival shed. "Building Your Ultimate Survival Shed | Episode 554" The post Building Your Ultimate Survival Shed | Episode 554 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9433Tue, 02 Dec 2025 11:00:23 +0000James BurnetteIt’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and this morning the fog is thick enough to feel like Silent Hill. One of my headlights is probably pointing toward the sky like a drunk lighthouse, but that’s a problem for later. Right now, we’re diving into a topic... building your ultimate survival shed. "Building Your Ultimate Survival Shed | Episode 554" The post Building Your Ultimate Survival Shed | Episode 554 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1563false554fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-kids-today-won-t-survive-shtf-episode-553--68816455 kids today would absolutely crumble in a real collapse — unless we teach them otherwise. "Why Kids Today Won’t Survive SHTF | Episode 553" The post Why Kids Today Won’t Survive SHTF | Episode 553 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9430Mon, 01 Dec 2025 10:47:50 +0000James BurnetteGood morning, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and it’s a chilly 47-degree start to the day. Today we’re hitting a topic that’s part reality check, part rant, part parenting manual, and part prepper manifesto: kids today would absolutely crumble in... kids today would absolutely crumble in a real collapse — unless we teach them otherwise. "Why Kids Today Won’t Survive SHTF | Episode 553" The post Why Kids Today Won’t Survive SHTF | Episode 553 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1570false553fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/thanksgiving-special-the-great-depression-the-spirit-of-survival-episode-552--68769588Thanksgiving Special: The Great Depression & the Spirit of Survival | Episode 552 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9423Thu, 27 Nov 2025 11:44:30 +0000James BurnetteHappy Thanksgiving, everyone — it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and today’s episode is a little different. This is our Thanksgiving Rerun Special, not a repeat of recipes or turkey tips, but a deep look at how Americans held onto Thanksgiving through...Thanksgiving Special: The Great Depression & the Spirit of Survival | Episode 552 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>2161false552fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/thanksgiving-prepper-deals-you-shouldn-t-miss-episode-551--68754365Thanksgiving Prepper Deals You Shouldn’t Miss | Episode 551 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9420Wed, 26 Nov 2025 11:00:23 +0000James BurnetteGood morning, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and it’s a warm-ish 60 degrees today. We’re heading into Thanksgiving week, and if you’re a prepper who pays attention, this is one of the best times of the entire year to restock your pantry, fill your...Thanksgiving Prepper Deals You Shouldn’t Miss | Episode 551 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1537false551fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-i-would-fix-the-housing-market-episode-550--68738080How I Would Fix the Housing Market | Episode 550 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9417Tue, 25 Nov 2025 11:00:14 +0000James BurnetteHey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and it’s a cool 55-degree morning here as I cruise at metaphorical 40,000 feet thinking about one of the biggest, nastiest, most rigged disasters in America today: the housing market. "How I Would Fix the...How I Would Fix the Housing Market | Episode 550 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1944false550fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/choosing-your-apocalypse-uniform-episode-549--68720291 your apocalypse uniform. Now, we don’t go full doomsday fantasy here on Survival Punk, but sometimes it is fun to wander into Crazylandia — as long as we bring back something useful. "Choosing Your Apocalypse Uniform | Episode 549" The post Choosing Your Apocalypse Uniform | Episode 549 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9414Mon, 24 Nov 2025 11:00:33 +0000James BurnetteHey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and it’s a humid 63-degree Tennessee morning — perfect weather to dig into something fun, creative, and surprisingly practical: your apocalypse uniform. Now, we don’t go full doomsday fantasy here on Survival... your apocalypse uniform. Now, we don’t go full doomsday fantasy here on Survival Punk, but sometimes it is fun to wander into Crazylandia — as long as we bring back something useful. "Choosing Your Apocalypse Uniform | Episode 549" The post Choosing Your Apocalypse Uniform | Episode 549 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1568false549fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/diy-hacks-that-actually-work-and-the-ones-that-don-t-episode-548--68674814DIY Hacks That Actually Work (and the Ones That Don’t) | Episode 548 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9404Fri, 21 Nov 2025 11:00:39 +0000James BurnetteHey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and this morning it’s a mild 56 degrees. Today we’re diving into something fun, messy, occasionally questionable, and very Survival Punk: DIY hacks — which ones actually work, which ones probably don’t, and which...DIY Hacks That Actually Work (and the Ones That Don’t) | Episode 548 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1549false548fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/surviving-a-broken-economy-the-rise-of-side-hustles-episode-547--68654530Surviving a Broken Economy: The Rise of Side Hustles | Episode 547 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9407Thu, 20 Nov 2025 12:45:54 +0000James BurnetteGood morning, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and it’s a brisk 36 degrees out there. We’re diving straight into something every one of you is feeling — the economy is getting rough, layoffs are climbing, hiring freezes are everywhere, and companies...Surviving a Broken Economy: The Rise of Side Hustles | Episode 547 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1576false547fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/discipline-fails-automation-wins-episode-546--68638072 Discipline fails. Automation doesn’t. Systems work. "Discipline Fails, Automation Wins | Episode 546" The post Discipline Fails, Automation Wins | Episode 546 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9402Wed, 19 Nov 2025 11:00:55 +0000James BurnetteHey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and it’s a crisp 56-degree morning — perfect weather to tackle a topic every prepper thinks they understand… until life humbles them: Discipline fails. Automation doesn’t. Systems work. "Discipline Fails,... Discipline fails. Automation doesn’t. Systems work. "Discipline Fails, Automation Wins | Episode 546" The post Discipline Fails, Automation Wins | Episode 546 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1558false546fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/saving-money-like-a-prepper-episode-545--68615105 cutting your own hair, eating at home, and never paying retail.
These simple habits save me thousands every year — and they’ll do the same for you. "Saving Money Like a Prepper | Episode 545" The post Saving Money Like a Prepper | Episode 545 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9399Tue, 18 Nov 2025 11:00:15 +0000James BurnetteHey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and it’s a chilly 45-degree morning out here — perfect weather to talk about one of my favorite survival topics that applies to everyone, every day: saving money like a prepper. Because the cold truth is this:... cutting your own hair, eating at home, and never paying retail.
These simple habits save me thousands every year — and they’ll do the same for you. "Saving Money Like a Prepper | Episode 545" The post Saving Money Like a Prepper | Episode 545 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1539false545fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-prepping-isn-t-stupid-skills-and-stuff-episode-544--68600361 He said that on a prepping podcast video.
Bold move, Cotton. But this episode isn’t just me roasting one random dude with a strong opinion and weak logic — it’s a deep dive into why prepping isn’t stupid, why skills matter, and why it’s not an either/or choice. "Why Prepping Isn’t Stupid (Skills and Stuff) | Episode 544" The post Why Prepping Isn’t Stupid (Skills and Stuff) | Episode 544 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9395Mon, 17 Nov 2025 11:00:32 +0000James BurnetteHey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and this morning it’s a cool 40 degrees — perfect weather to rant about something spicy: a YouTube commenter who proudly declared that “prepping is stupid.” Yeah. He said that on a prepping podcast video. Bold... He said that on a prepping podcast video.
Bold move, Cotton. But this episode isn’t just me roasting one random dude with a strong opinion and weak logic — it’s a deep dive into why prepping isn’t stupid, why skills matter, and why it’s not an either/or choice. "Why Prepping Isn’t Stupid (Skills and Stuff) | Episode 544" The post Why Prepping Isn’t Stupid (Skills and Stuff) | Episode 544 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1468false544fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-on-a-back-road-lessons-from-a-breakdown-episode-543--68564561Lost on a Back Road — Lessons from a Breakdown | Episode 543 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9391Fri, 14 Nov 2025 11:00:22 +0000James BurnetteHey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com. It’s a crisp 47-degree morning — not too bad, especially after the 29-degree ones I’ve been talking through lately. Today’s show comes straight from a listener story that could’ve ended badly but turned into a...Lost on a Back Road — Lessons from a Breakdown | Episode 543 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1704false543fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pantry-sauces-that-save-the-day-part-2-episode-542--68552063Pantry Sauces That Save the Day (Part 2) | Episode 542 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9386Thu, 13 Nov 2025 11:00:35 +0000James BurnetteHey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and this morning we’re cranking out Part 2 of the Pantry Sauce series. Last time we hit the classics — brown gravy, white gravy, and curry — the stuff that keeps morale high when the pantry’s looking rough....Pantry Sauces That Save the Day (Part 2) | Episode 542 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1698false541fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pantry-sauces-that-save-the-day-part-1-episode-541--68534669Pantry Sauces That Save the Day (Part 1) | Episode 541 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9384Wed, 12 Nov 2025 11:00:19 +0000James BurnetteHey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and this morning it’s a frosty 29 degrees out — perfect weather for a hot meal. Today’s episode is all about something that might not sound “tactical,” but will absolutely matter when food fatigue sets in: sauces...Pantry Sauces That Save the Day (Part 1) | Episode 541 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1633false541fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/emp-myths-vs-reality-episode-540--68520048EMP Myths vs. Reality | Episode 540 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9379Tue, 11 Nov 2025 11:00:14 +0000James BurnetteHey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and today we’re talking about one of the most hyped and misunderstood topics in the prepping world — EMPs: Myth vs. Reality. We’ve all seen it — the bright flash in every apocalypse movie, every car dying on the...EMP Myths vs. Reality | Episode 540 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1705false540fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shelf-life-secrets-food-that-lasts-decades-episode-539--68498655Shelf Life Secrets — Food That Lasts Decades | Episode 539 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9376Mon, 10 Nov 2025 11:00:27 +0000James BurnetteHey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and this morning we’re diving into one of my favorite prepper topics: food that lasts for decades. Not the trendy freeze-dried stuff or overpriced buckets — I’m talking about the staples you can buy cheap, store...Shelf Life Secrets — Food That Lasts Decades | Episode 539 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1329false539fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/build-real-strength-episode-538--68459986Build Real Strength | Episode 538 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9373Fri, 07 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0000James BurnetteHey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com — back with another cold morning episode at 51 degrees, talking about something every prepper should care about but too many ignore: strength. Not the motivational poster kind — I’m talking real, measurable,...Build Real Strength | Episode 538 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1675false538fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/diy-or-buy-the-prepper-s-dilemma-episode-537--68445508DIY or Buy? The Prepper’s Dilemma | Episode 537 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9368Thu, 06 Nov 2025 11:00:00 +0000James BurnetteHey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com. It’s a crisp 51-degree November morning — and yes, I’m still coughing up half a gallon of crud — but the show must go on. Today’s topic? One every prepper wrestles with sooner or later: When to build it yourself,...DIY or Buy? The Prepper’s Dilemma | Episode 537 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1643false537fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/off-grid-laundry-episode-536--68430964Off-Grid Laundry | Episode 536 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9361Wed, 05 Nov 2025 11:31:51 +0000James BurnetteHey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com. It’s another chilly 41-degree morning, and today we’re tackling one of the least glamorous but most practical topics in prepping — laundry. It’s one of those things we all take for granted until the grid goes...Off-Grid Laundry | Episode 536 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1482false536fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/protect-your-hands-save-your-hide-episode-535--68397867Protect Your Hands, Save Your Hide | Episode 535 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9357Mon, 03 Nov 2025 11:53:57 +0000James BurnetteHey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com. It’s a chilly 41-degree morning, and we’re talking about something I’ve never dedicated a full show to — gloves. You’ve probably heard me mention them in passing, but today we’re breaking it down: why you need...Protect Your Hands, Save Your Hide | Episode 535 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1467false535fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/survival-lessons-from-horror-movies-episode-534--68363158Survival Lessons from Horror Movies | Episode 534 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9354Fri, 31 Oct 2025 11:33:14 +0000James BurnetteHey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and today we’re talking about something a little fun — and a little dark. Halloween might be over by the time you hear this, but the lessons from horror movies never expire. This episode dives into some of my...Survival Lessons from Horror Movies | Episode 534 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1540false534fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-fear-is-fuel-channeling-anxiety-into-action-episode-533--68348158Why Fear Is Fuel — Channeling Anxiety Into Action | Episode 533 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9351Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:07:15 +0000James BurnetteHey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and today we’re going to talk about something that every prepper, homesteader, and human deals with — fear and anxiety. But instead of letting it crush you, I’m going to show you how to turn that nervous energy...Why Fear Is Fuel — Channeling Anxiety Into Action | Episode 533 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1856false533fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/find-your-way-when-gps-fails-episode-532--68330508Find Your Way When GPS Fails | Episode 532 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9348Wed, 29 Oct 2025 10:00:25 +0000James BurnetteHey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com — back again with another dose of practical self-reliance. This week we’re getting into something most folks don’t even think about until it’s too late: navigation. "Find Your Way When GPS Fails | Episode 532"...Find Your Way When GPS Fails | Episode 532 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1539false532fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-government-shutdown-the-looming-snap-cut-off-episode-531--68309861The Government Shutdown & The Looming SNAP Cut-Off | Episode 531 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9344Tue, 28 Oct 2025 10:00:05 +0000James BurnetteHey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com — and today we’re tackling something real scary: what happens when the system that feeds millions grinds to a halt. In this episode we break down how the current federal shutdown is putting Supplemental Nutrition...The Government Shutdown & The Looming SNAP Cut-Off | Episode 531 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1713false531fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/where-have-all-the-antivirals-gone-episode-530--68294806Where Have All the Antivirals Gone? | Episode 530 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9339Mon, 27 Oct 2025 10:00:41 +0000James Burnette"Where Have All the Antivirals Gone? | Episode 530" The post https://www.survivalpunk.com/where-have-all-the-antivirals-gone-episode-530/ appeared first on https://www.survivalpunk.com.Where Have All the Antivirals Gone? | Episode 530 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1611false530fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/barter-like-a-pro-episode-529--68265134Barter Like a Pro | Episode 529 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9336Fri, 24 Oct 2025 12:19:55 +0000James BurnetteHey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and after a few recording hiccups, we’re finally diving into one of the oldest survival skills in the book—bartering. In this episode, I break down how to make trades that actually work, why taxes make bartering...Barter Like a Pro | Episode 529 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1607false529fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/winter-is-coming-2025-edition-episode-528--68237823Winter Is Coming (2025 Edition) | Episode 528 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9329Wed, 22 Oct 2025 10:00:25 +0000James BurnetteEvery fall, I drop a “Winter Is Coming” episode, but this one hits different. After five failed recording attempts and a cursed mic, I finally got it done — and I’m diving deeper than just telling you to “buy extra blankets.” This one’s about seasonal...Winter Is Coming (2025 Edition) | Episode 528 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>2031false528fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/troubleshooting-the-greatest-survival-skill-episode-526--68225369Troubleshooting: The Greatest Survival Skill | Episode 526 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9323Tue, 21 Oct 2025 10:00:38 +0000James Burnette"Troubleshooting: The Greatest Survival Skill | Episode 526" The post https://www.survivalpunk.com/troubleshooting-the-greatest-survival-skill-episode-526/ appeared first on https://www.survivalpunk.com.Troubleshooting: The Greatest Survival Skill | Episode 526 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1671false526fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-unpreppables-comforts-you-ll-miss-and-clever-workarounds-episode-526--68215009The Unpreppables: Comforts You’ll Miss (and Clever Workarounds) | Episode 526 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9318Mon, 20 Oct 2025 10:00:20 +0000James BurnetteSometimes it’s not the collapse itself that breaks you — it’s realizing you’ll never have ice cream again. In this episode, I dive into the “unpreppable” things we love, why they matter more than we admit, and how to recreate a little bit of normal...The Unpreppables: Comforts You’ll Miss (and Clever Workarounds) | Episode 526 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1451false526fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-men-s-suicide-epidemic-episode-525--68176959 We’re talking about the men’s suicide epidemic — a survival issue that too often goes unspoken. Because let’s be honest, the number one rule of survival is waking up tomorrow. If you don’t do that, nothing else matters. "The Men’s Suicide Epidemic | Episode 525" The post The Men’s Suicide Epidemic | Episode 525 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9314Fri, 17 Oct 2025 10:00:32 +0000James BurnetteGood morning, folks — James from Survival Punk here. Today’s episode isn’t your usual talk about gear, prepping, or bushcraft. This one hits deeper. We’re talking about the men’s suicide epidemic — a survival issue that too often goes unspoken.... We’re talking about the men’s suicide epidemic — a survival issue that too often goes unspoken. Because let’s be honest, the number one rule of survival is waking up tomorrow. If you don’t do that, nothing else matters. "The Men’s Suicide Epidemic | Episode 525" The post The Men’s Suicide Epidemic | Episode 525 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1650false525fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/freeze-dried-foods-the-prepper-s-powerhouse-episode-524--68162485Freeze-Dried Foods: The Prepper’s Powerhouse | Episode 524 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9308Thu, 16 Oct 2025 10:00:26 +0000James BurnetteFreeze drying is the gold standard of long-term food preservation. It works by freezing food solid, then slowly removing the moisture through a vacuum process called sublimation. This turns ice directly into vapor without going through the liquid...Freeze-Dried Foods: The Prepper’s Powerhouse | Episode 524 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1586false524fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/canning-for-beginners-easy-wins-and-meals-in-a-jar-episode-523--68147449Canning for Beginners: Easy Wins and Meals in a Jar | Episode 523 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9304Wed, 15 Oct 2025 10:00:00 +0000James BurnetteWhen people think of canning, they picture grandmas sweating over giant pots, steam fogging up the kitchen, and dozens of jars popping away on the counter. It doesn’t have to be that complicated. Canning is one of the easiest, most rewarding ways to...Canning for Beginners: Easy Wins and Meals in a Jar | Episode 523 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1607false523fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-dehydrating-deep-dive-episode-522--68130351The Dehydrating Deep Dive | Episode 522 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9299Tue, 14 Oct 2025 10:00:56 +0000James Burnette"The Dehydrating Deep Dive | Episode 522" The post https://www.survivalpunk.com/the-dehydrating-deep-dive-episode-522/ appeared first on https://www.survivalpunk.com.The Dehydrating Deep Dive | Episode 522 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1740false522fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/everyday-carry-for-fall-episode-521--68115963Everyday Carry for Fall | Episode 521 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9296Mon, 13 Oct 2025 10:00:06 +0000James BurnetteYour everyday carry shouldn’t be static—it should evolve with your life, your gear, and the seasons. In this episode of The Survival Punk Podcast, I talk through my real-world EDC setup, the things that have worked, what’s failed, and the seasonal...Everyday Carry for Fall | Episode 521 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1522false521fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-fourth-turning-review-what-they-got-right-and-wrong-episode-520--68088773 Spoiler: we’re here, and it hasn’t quite played out that way. "The Fourth Turning Review — What They Got Right (and Wrong) | Episode 520" The post The Fourth Turning Review — What They Got Right (and Wrong) | Episode 520 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9293Fri, 10 Oct 2025 10:00:56 +0000James BurnetteHey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com. Today we’re diving into The Fourth Turning by William Strauss and Neil Howe — a book that’s been floating around prepper circles for decades. Written in the late ’90s, it predicted that by the mid-2020s America... Spoiler: we’re here, and it hasn’t quite played out that way. "The Fourth Turning Review — What They Got Right (and Wrong) | Episode 520" The post The Fourth Turning Review — What They Got Right (and Wrong) | Episode 520 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1930false520fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-gray-man-concept-and-when-to-stand-out-episode-519--68074960The Gray Man Concept and When to Stand Out | Episode 519 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9289Thu, 09 Oct 2025 10:00:59 +0000James BurnetteToday I’m diving into one of the most practical — and misunderstood — survival concepts out there: being a gray man. It’s not about paranoia or cosplay; it’s about understanding how visibility affects safety. Whether it’s riots, protests, or just the...The Gray Man Concept and When to Stand Out | Episode 519 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1521false519fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cold-flu-prepping-stock-up-before-you-re-sick-episode-518--68061140Cold & Flu Prepping: Stock Up Before You’re Sick | Episode 518 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9284Wed, 08 Oct 2025 10:35:30 +0000James BurnetteJames from SurvivalPunk.com dives into cold and flu season prep — the stuff you always wish you had at 2 AM when someone spikes a fever. From over-the-counter basics to herbal backups and even prescription strategies, this episode is all about getting...Cold & Flu Prepping: Stock Up Before You’re Sick | Episode 518 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1608false518fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-wild-fall-edibles-you-can-find-right-now-episode-517--680445435 Wild Fall Edibles You Can Find Right Now | Episode 517 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9281Tue, 07 Oct 2025 10:00:40 +0000James BurnetteToday, I  dig into fall foraging and the forgotten wild foods still growing as the leaves turn. From acorns to cattails, this episode covers what’s edible, how to identify it safely, and why knowing your local terrain beats hoarding field guides every...5 Wild Fall Edibles You Can Find Right Now | Episode 517 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1647false517fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stretching-every-dollar-like-a-prepper-episode-516--68029035Stretching Every Dollar Like a Prepper | Episode 516 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9277Mon, 06 Oct 2025 09:58:06 +0000James BurnetteInflation’s a beast, and most folks are out there pretending it’s tame. The government massages the numbers, leaves out the essentials, and tells us it’s “only 2 percent.” Meanwhile, everything from bread to bolts costs more, and your paycheck doesn’t...Stretching Every Dollar Like a Prepper | Episode 516 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1519false516fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-forget-your-feet-the-survival-prep-everyone-misses-episode-515--67997841Don’t Forget Your Feet: The Survival Prep Everyone Misses | Episode 515 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9274Fri, 03 Oct 2025 10:00:35 +0000James BurnetteWhen people think about prepping, they usually picture food storage, bug out bags, water filters, or maybe a rifle leaning in the corner. What almost nobody talks about—but what can make or break your ability to survive—is footwear. Your boots, socks,...Don’t Forget Your Feet: The Survival Prep Everyone Misses | Episode 515 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1593false515fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-silver-still-buys-a-house-episode-514--67984084Why Silver Still Buys a House | Episode 514 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9270Thu, 02 Oct 2025 10:00:44 +0000James BurnetteMost investments are a gamble. Stocks go up and down, crypto crashes overnight, and the dollar buys less every year. But silver? Silver just keeps doing what it’s always done—holding value when paper money gets shredded by inflation. Let’s run the...Why Silver Still Buys a House | Episode 514 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1443false514fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dealing-with-stress-in-unstable-times-episode-513--67966360Dealing with Stress in Unstable Times | Episode 513 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9266Wed, 01 Oct 2025 10:00:30 +0000James BurnetteStress isn’t just an annoyance—it’s a survival factor. When the world feels like it’s cracking at the seams, your ability to manage stress could be the difference between good decisions and bad ones. In this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, I...Dealing with Stress in Unstable Times | Episode 513 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1449false513fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prepping-mistakes-you-can-t-afford-to-make-episode-512--67949586Prepping Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make | Episode 512 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9263Tue, 30 Sep 2025 10:00:56 +0000James BurnettePrepping isn’t just about stockpiling gear and food—it’s about doing it smart. Too many preppers sabotage themselves with mistakes that shorten shelf life, waste money, or leave gaps that show up when it matters most. In this episode of the Survival...Prepping Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make | Episode 512 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1599false512fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/be-dangerous-not-violent-episode-511--67949588Be Dangerous, Not Violent | Episode 511 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9258Tue, 30 Sep 2025 10:00:02 +0000James BurnetteThis episode isn’t about being violent—it’s about being capable. A dangerous person is someone who has the strength, skills, and mindset to defend themselves and their family at the right level of response. That doesn’t come from just owning a weapon...Be Dangerous, Not Violent | Episode 511 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1700false511fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/always-be-learning-episode-510--67906899Always Be Learning | Episode 510 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9255Fri, 26 Sep 2025 10:00:03 +0000James BurnetteGrowth isn’t comfortable. Sometimes that means tackling difficult history books or even reading the ideas of people you disagree with, just so you know what you’re up against. Understanding the other side makes your own convictions stronger—and...Always Be Learning | Episode 510 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1629false510fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bad-influence-don-t-get-sucked-in-episode-509--67895169Bad Influence: Don’t Get Sucked In | Episode 509 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9253Thu, 25 Sep 2025 12:56:49 +0000James BurnetteToday’s episode is a little different. It’s part rant, part warning. I’ve been seeing a trend online that flat-out bothers me—and honestly, it’s dangerous. In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s assassination, there’s a vacuum of leadership. Kirk wasn’t some...Bad Influence: Don’t Get Sucked In | Episode 509 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1505false509fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-cobra-kai-rules-of-survival-episode-508--67875940The Cobra Kai Rules of Survival | Episode 508 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9250Wed, 24 Sep 2025 10:00:19 +0000James Burnette"The Cobra Kai Rules of Survival | Episode 508" The post https://www.survivalpunk.com/the-cobra-kai-rules-of-survival-episode-508/ appeared first on https://www.survivalpunk.com.The Cobra Kai Rules of Survival | Episode 508 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1523false508fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/survival-food-on-the-road-episode-507--67863003Survival Food on the Road | Episode 507 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9247Tue, 23 Sep 2025 10:00:29 +0000James BurnetteWhen it comes to preparedness, food storage and meal planning aren’t just about emergencies at home—they matter on the go, too. Whether you’re a truck driver, a commuter, or just someone trying to make your food preps work for everyday life, you need...Survival Food on the Road | Episode 507 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1688false507fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fortify-your-home-inside-defense-episode-506--67849037Fortify Your Home: Inside Defense | Episode 506 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9243Mon, 22 Sep 2025 10:00:44 +0000James BurnetteIn the last episode, we tackled the perimeter—fences, bushes, shutters, and yard dogs. That’s your first line of defense. But what if someone pushes past those layers? That’s when inside fortifications matter most. Your doors, windows, and interior...Fortify Your Home: Inside Defense | Episode 506 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1622false506fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fortify-your-home-perimeter-defense-part-1-episode-505--67820252Fortify Your Home: Perimeter Defense Part 1 | Episode 505 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9239Fri, 19 Sep 2025 10:00:35 +0000James BurnetteWhen it comes to home security, most people start with locks and alarms. But real defense begins before anyone even gets to your door. A layered approach means stopping problems at the edges of your property first—making it harder, louder, and riskier...Fortify Your Home: Perimeter Defense Part 1 | Episode 505 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1461false505fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/building-community-in-dark-times-episode-504--67805417Building Community in Dark Times | Episode 504 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9236Thu, 18 Sep 2025 10:00:21 +0000James BurnetteThe world feels heavy right now. Between political assassinations, economic chaos, and nonstop bad news, it’s easy to get dragged into the dark places—especially if you’re doomscrolling algorithms that push you toward the extremes. That’s exactly why...Building Community in Dark Times | Episode 504 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1484false504fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/situational-awareness-look-up-pay-attention-episode-503--67792883Situational Awareness: Look Up, Pay Attention | Episode 503 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9233Wed, 17 Sep 2025 11:27:09 +0000James BurnettePeople spend hundreds on gear, but the cheapest and most powerful survival tool is free: your awareness. Too many folks walk around glued to their phones, blasting music in earbuds, completely oblivious to the world around them. That’s not just...Situational Awareness: Look Up, Pay Attention | Episode 503 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1423false503fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/be-safe-in-uncertain-times-episode-502--67776881Be Safe in Uncertain Times | Episode 502 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9228Tue, 16 Sep 2025 10:00:26 +0000James Burnette  Be Safe in Uncertain Times | Episode 502 A Country on Edge Since the assassination of Charlie Kirk, something has shifted in the air. It feels like there was […] The post https://www.survivalpunk.com/be-safe-in-uncertain-times-episode-502/ appeared...Be Safe in Uncertain Times | Episode 502 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1316false502fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-assassination-of-charlie-kirk-episode-501--67763765The Assassination of Charlie Kirk | Episode 501 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9224Mon, 15 Sep 2025 10:00:55 +0000James BurnetteOn September 10, 2025, conservative activist Charlie Kirk was assassinated while speaking at Utah Valley University. A sniper fired from a rooftop, hitting Kirk in the neck in front of thousands. He was rushed to the hospital but didn’t make it. "The...The Assassination of Charlie Kirk | Episode 501 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1445false501fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-built-survival-punk-episode-500--67732841What Built Survival Punk | Episode 500 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9220Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:00:08 +0000James BurnetteEpisode 500 feels like a milestone—and it’s the perfect time to share the story of what built the Survival Punk philosophy. Prepping isn’t just something I read in a book or picked up from watching TV. It’s something forged in the fires of real life,...What Built Survival Punk | Episode 500 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1652false500fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-fragile-supply-chain-episode-499--67717771The Fragile Supply Chain | Episode 499 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9215Thu, 11 Sep 2025 10:00:17 +0000James BurnetteFor decades, the global economy has run on razor-thin margins. Factories don’t store parts, stores don’t store food, and warehouses only keep enough on hand to keep costs low. It’s called just-in-time delivery—and it works great until something...The Fragile Supply Chain | Episode 499 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1414false499fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/coffee-for-preppers-episode-498--67699989Coffee for Preppers | Episode 498 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9210Wed, 10 Sep 2025 10:00:12 +0000James BurnetteWhen disaster strikes, some people panic because the lights are out or the internet’s down. Others panic because they didn’t get their morning coffee. Let’s be real—coffee is more than just a drink. It’s comfort, it’s morale, and for a lot of us, it’s...Coffee for Preppers | Episode 498 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1648false498fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-prepper-s-paradox-episode-497--67687819The Prepper’s Paradox | Episode 497 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9206Tue, 09 Sep 2025 10:00:40 +0000James BurnettePreparedness is supposed to bring peace of mind—but what happens when it works so well that you start letting off the gas? That’s the core of what I call the Prepper’s Paradox: the more prepared you get, the less you panic. That’s good for your stress...The Prepper’s Paradox | Episode 497 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1573false497fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/health-for-collapse-episode-496--67687820Health for Collapse | Episode 496 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9204Mon, 08 Sep 2025 19:47:22 +0000James Burnette"Health for Collapse | Episode 496" The post https://www.survivalpunk.com/health-for-collapse-episode-496/ appeared first on https://www.survivalpunk.com.Health for Collapse | Episode 496 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1739false496fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/slow-collapse-skills-side-hustles-bartering-episode-495--67645455Slow Collapse Skills: Side Hustles & Bartering | Episode 495 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9194Fri, 05 Sep 2025 10:00:20 +0000James BurnetteWhen the economy grinds down into a slow collapse, survival isn’t just about food and gear—it’s about money, opportunity, and creativity. This episode continues the Slow Collapse Skills series by digging into side hustles and bartering, two lifelines...Slow Collapse Skills: Side Hustles & Bartering | Episode 495 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1751false495fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/slow-collapse-skills-repair-and-reuse-episode-494--67630600Slow Collapse Skills: Repair and Reuse | Episode 494 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9189Thu, 04 Sep 2025 10:00:11 +0000James BurnetteWhen people think collapse, they imagine running out and buying new gear every time something breaks. But in a slow collapse—what I call Depression 2.0—that’s not realistic. Money gets tight, imports dry up, and new products get scarce. That’s when...Slow Collapse Skills: Repair and Reuse | Episode 494 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1507false494fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/slow-collapse-skills-growing-preserving-food-episode-493--67613115Slow Collapse Skills: Growing & Preserving Food | Episode 493 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9185Wed, 03 Sep 2025 10:04:06 +0000James BurnetteWhen people think collapse, they picture mushroom clouds, zombies, or Mad Max chaos. But the more likely scenario isn’t overnight anarchy — it’s a slow collapse. Prices keep creeping up, jobs get shaky, and shelves don’t always look as full as they...Slow Collapse Skills: Growing & Preserving Food | Episode 493 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1453false493fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cash-is-still-king-episode-492--67592767Cash Is Still King | Episode 492 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9180Tue, 02 Sep 2025 10:00:52 +0000James BurnetteWhen we talk collapse scenarios, a lot of people rush straight to gold, silver, crypto, or barter. And while all of those can play a role, let’s get real — cash will still be king for a long time, even in a slow grind collapse. "Cash Is Still King |...Cash Is Still King | Episode 492 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1554false492fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-hidden-costs-of-convenience-episode-491--67577818The Hidden Costs of Convenience | Episode 491 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9172Sun, 31 Aug 2025 10:00:05 +0000James BurnetteConvenience is everywhere in modern life — but is it quietly making you weaker? In this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, I dig into how our obsession with shortcuts, fast food, apps, and tech reliance erodes not only your independence but also...The Hidden Costs of Convenience | Episode 491 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1435false491fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-your-family-isn-t-on-board-episode-490--67551825When Your Family Isn’t On Board | Episode 490 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9169Fri, 29 Aug 2025 10:00:34 +0000James BurnettePrepping is hard work. Stockpiling food, learning new skills, staying ready for anything—it takes time, money, and energy. Now imagine doing all that while the people closest to you think you’re crazy. Welcome to the world of prepping when your family...When Your Family Isn’t On Board | Episode 490 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1905false490fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/food-preps-as-an-inflation-hedge-episode-489--67540884Food Preps as an Inflation Hedge | Episode 489 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9166Thu, 28 Aug 2025 10:00:23 +0000James BurnetteInflation is hitting everyone hard. Grocery prices keep climbing, and what used to cost a dollar now sits closer to three. Prepping your pantry isn’t just about emergencies—it’s also one of the smartest financial moves you can make. Food storage acts...Food Preps as an Inflation Hedge | Episode 489 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1519false489fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-most-bug-out-bags-fail-episode-487--67516310Why Most Bug Out Bags Fail | Episode 487 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9161Tue, 26 Aug 2025 10:00:30 +0000James Burnette"Why Most Bug Out Bags Fail | Episode 487" The post https://www.survivalpunk.com/why-most-bug-out-bags-fail-episode-487/ appeared first on https://www.survivalpunk.com.Why Most Bug Out Bags Fail | Episode 487 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1527false487fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-free-preps-you-can-do-right-now-episode-486--675036355 Free Preps You Can Do Right Now | Episode 486 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9158Mon, 25 Aug 2025 10:00:33 +0000James BurnetteInflation is crazy, the world’s uncertain, and there’s no shortage of saber-rattling and noise out there. But prepping doesn’t have to be expensive. In fact, some of the best preps you can make won’t cost you a dime. Today, I’m breaking down five free...5 Free Preps You Can Do Right Now | Episode 486 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1483false486fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prepping-myths-you-should-stop-believing-episode-485--67476626Prepping Myths You Should Stop Believing | Episode 485 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9155Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:00:46 +0000James BurnetteEvery community has bad advice that gets repeated so often people start treating it like gospel. Prepping is no different. Today, I’m breaking down a couple of the biggest myths floating around Facebook groups and forums—the kind of nonsense that...Prepping Myths You Should Stop Believing | Episode 485 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1431false485fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/liberty-and-mesh-networks-with-cory-d-gray-episode-484--67466366Liberty and Mesh Networks with Cory D. Gray | Episode 484 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9151Thu, 21 Aug 2025 10:00:00 +0000James BurnetteWhen systems go down, whether it’s from disaster, censorship, or collapse, the first thing people lose is communication. Without it, communities are blind and disconnected. In this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, I sit down with Cory D. Gray...Liberty and Mesh Networks with Cory D. Gray | Episode 484 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>2234false484fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-recession-question-looming-crash-or-false-alarm-episode-483--67452322The Recession Question: Looming Crash or False Alarm? | Episode 483 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9147Wed, 20 Aug 2025 10:00:41 +0000James BurnetteEverywhere you look, someone is screaming “recession.” Some say we’re already in one. Others shrug it off and point to the stock market hitting record highs. So who’s right? More importantly—what does it mean for you as a prepper? "The Recession...The Recession Question: Looming Crash or False Alarm? | Episode 483 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1735false483fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-72-hour-no-spend-challenge-episode-482--67451439The 72-Hour No-Spend Challenge | Episode 482 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9143Tue, 19 Aug 2025 07:58:07 +0000James Burnette"The 72-Hour No-Spend Challenge | Episode 482" The post https://www.survivalpunk.com/the-72-hour-no-spend-challenge-episode-482/ appeared first on https://www.survivalpunk.com.The 72-Hour No-Spend Challenge | Episode 482 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1583falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-preps-i-use-every-week-and-why-they-matter-episode-480--673678015 Preps I Use Every Week (And Why They Matter) | Episode 480 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9135Thu, 14 Aug 2025 10:00:22 +0000James BurnetteGood morning—James here from SurvivalPunk.com. Today’s episode is all about the five preps I actually use every single week. Not the “someday when the world ends” gear collecting dust in a bin—these are the tools that pull their weight in everyday...5 Preps I Use Every Week (And Why They Matter) | Episode 480 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1497false480fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/making-your-hobbies-pay-for-themselves-episode-479--67354785Making Your Hobbies Pay for Themselves | Episode 479 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9132Wed, 13 Aug 2025 10:00:37 +0000James BurnettePrepping isn’t cheap—gear, tools, and supplies can add up fast. But what if your hobbies could pay for themselves? In this episode, I dive into how you can turn what you already love doing into something that funds itself—and maybe even puts a little...Making Your Hobbies Pay for Themselves | Episode 479 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1729false479fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-last-baby-step-locking-in-long-term-security-episode-478--67342164The Last Baby Step: Locking In Long-Term Security | Episode 478 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9128Tue, 12 Aug 2025 10:00:29 +0000James BurnetteWe’ve reached the final baby step in this preparedness journey. The earlier steps were about plugging the biggest holes — building a small emergency fund, getting some basic supplies, and starting your food and water storage. But this step is about...The Last Baby Step: Locking In Long-Term Security | Episode 478 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1616false478fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/backup-energy-part-2-heat-cooking-without-the-grid-episode-477--67328633Backup Energy Part 2: Heat & Cooking Without the Grid | Episode 477 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9125Mon, 11 Aug 2025 10:00:50 +0000James BurnetteWhen the power goes out, keeping warm and fed becomes priority number one. In Part 1 of this series, we covered backup electricity and battery systems. Now it’s time to get into the meat and potatoes of off-grid living — heat and cooking. These aren’t...Backup Energy Part 2: Heat & Cooking Without the Grid | Episode 477 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1530false477fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/baby-steps-part-3-backup-energy-1-episode-476--67299691Baby Steps Part 3: Backup Energy 1 | Episode 476 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9122Fri, 08 Aug 2025 10:00:01 +0000James BurnetteWhen the power goes out, most people panic. The lights go dark, the fridge starts warming up, and suddenly the 21st century doesn’t feel so stable anymore. That’s why in Baby Steps Part 3, we’re talking about backup energy — the simple systems you can...Baby Steps Part 3: Backup Energy 1 | Episode 476 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1634false476fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/baby-steps-part-2-security-starts-with-a-shotgun-episode-475--67283059Baby Steps Part 2: Security Starts with a Shotgun | Episode 475 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9118Thu, 07 Aug 2025 10:00:27 +0000James BurnetteLet’s talk about security. I know some of you left-leaning preppers might be cringing already. Maybe you think guns are evil, maybe you’ve been told they’re the problem. But here’s the truth: a firearm is just a tool. That’s it. Just like a fire...Baby Steps Part 2: Security Starts with a Shotgun | Episode 475 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1603false475fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prepping-baby-steps-part-1-episode-474--67268396Prepping Baby Steps – Part 1 | Episode 474 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9114Wed, 06 Aug 2025 10:00:18 +0000James BurnettePrepping can feel overwhelming when you first start. Do you dig a bunker? Buy a thousand pounds of rice? Get a gas mask and Geiger counter? Slow down. Let’s bring it back to reality. In this episode, I’m kicking off a new series inspired by the Dave...Prepping Baby Steps – Part 1 | Episode 474 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1588false474fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/common-sense-lies-that-ll-get-you-killed-episode-473--67256529Common Sense Lies That’ll Get You Killed | Episode 473 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9111Tue, 05 Aug 2025 10:00:55 +0000James BurnetteWe grow up being told a lot of things that sound reasonable — things that society repeats so often they become truths. But out in the real world, especially when things go sideways, some of these so-called truths can get you hurt, broke, or worse. In...Common Sense Lies That’ll Get You Killed | Episode 473 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1443false473fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/active-threats-surviving-the-first-few-minutes-episode-472--67243651Active Threats – Surviving the First Few Minutes | Episode 472 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9108Mon, 04 Aug 2025 10:00:16 +0000James BurnetteIn today's world, it’s not if—it’s when. Whether it’s a violent attack at the mall, a shooting at a concert, or chaos breaking out in a crowded store, active threat situations are on the rise. In Episode 472 of the Survival Punk Podcast, I dive into...Active Threats – Surviving the First Few Minutes | Episode 472 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1443false472fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/peptides-for-survival-my-experience-with-biohacking-your-body-episode-471--67214096Peptides for Survival: My Experience with Biohacking Your Body | Episode 471 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9101Fri, 01 Aug 2025 10:00:29 +0000James BurnetteI didn’t go looking for peptides to turn into Captain America. It actually started with trying to help my wife. She’s been dealing with chronic pain, autoimmune issues, weight that won't go down, and more than her fair share of setbacks. Traditional...Peptides for Survival: My Experience with Biohacking Your Body | Episode 471 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1755false471fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/emergency-funds-your-first-line-of-defense-episode-470--67202294Emergency Funds: Your First Line of Defense | Episode 470 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9098Thu, 31 Jul 2025 10:00:45 +0000James BurnetteIn a world where chaos seems to creep a little closer every day—whether it’s inflation, layoffs, medical emergencies, or just life being life—having a financial buffer is more important than ever. In this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, I’m...Emergency Funds: Your First Line of Defense | Episode 470 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1230false470fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/finding-the-hidden-preppers-around-you-episode-469--67187568Finding the Hidden Preppers Around You | Episode 469 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9095Wed, 30 Jul 2025 10:00:38 +0000James BurnettePrepping doesn’t have to be a solo mission — but finding your tribe can feel like hunting a ghost in the fog. In Episode 469 of the Survival Punk Podcast, I dig into the quiet art of discovering fellow preppers and survivalists already in your life....Finding the Hidden Preppers Around You | Episode 469 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1477false469fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/if-you-re-not-always-prepared-you-re-never-prepared-episode-468--67177094If You’re Not Always Prepared, You’re Never Prepared | Episode 468 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9092Tue, 29 Jul 2025 10:00:51 +0000James BurnetteYou never think it's going to be today—until it is. In Episode 468 of the Survival Punk Podcast, I share a painful lesson in preparedness. While cleaning out my late aunt’s house, I gashed my elbow wide open. It wasn’t the cut that bothered me the...If You’re Not Always Prepared, You’re Never Prepared | Episode 468 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1472false468fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lone-wolf-dies-first-the-power-of-community-episode-467--67150839The Lone Wolf Dies First: The Power of Community | Episode 467 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9088Mon, 28 Jul 2025 10:00:50 +0000James BurnetteForget the movies. The image of the grizzled, solitary survivalist living off the land with nothing but a knife and a glare is a fantasy. Real survival? It takes people. In Episode 467 of the Survival Punk Podcast, I break down why going it alone is a...The Lone Wolf Dies First: The Power of Community | Episode 467 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1502false467fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hiking-for-survival-fitness-fun-and-collapse-training-episode-466--67109882Hiking for Survival: Fitness, Fun, and Collapse Training | Episode 466 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9085Fri, 25 Jul 2025 10:00:32 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 466 of the Survival Punk Podcast, I’m hitting the trail — not just for the scenery, but for survival. Hiking is one of the most underrated ways to train for collapse. It’s free, it’s fun, and it’ll quietly turn you into someone who’s...Hiking for Survival: Fitness, Fun, and Collapse Training | Episode 466 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1125false466fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-diy-revolution-why-building-is-the-new-resistance-episode-465--67097983The DIY Revolution: Why Building Is the New Resistance | Episode 465 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9082Thu, 24 Jul 2025 10:00:17 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 465 of the Survival Punk Podcast, I’m laying out why picking up a drill, hammer, or shovel isn’t just a hobby anymore — it’s an act of rebellion. This isn’t about Pinterest projects. This is about building resilience with your own two...The DIY Revolution: Why Building Is the New Resistance | Episode 465 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1381false465fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bushcraft-survival-primitive-skills-for-a-modern-collapse-episode-464--67084675Bushcraft Survival: Primitive Skills for a Modern Collapse | Episode 464 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9078Wed, 23 Jul 2025 10:00:39 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 464 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re heading deep into the woods — not just to disconnect, but to reconnect with the skills that actually keep you alive when the modern world fails. This one’s all about bushcraft — the primitive,...Bushcraft Survival: Primitive Skills for a Modern Collapse | Episode 464 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>2051false464fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/soft-men-in-a-hard-world-why-comfort-is-killing-us-episode-463--67069070Soft Men in a Hard World: Why Comfort Is Killing Us | Episode 463 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9073Tue, 22 Jul 2025 10:00:26 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 463 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re diving headfirst into a cold truth: comfort is the enemy of strength. Modern life is soft — and it’s making us soft. Physically, mentally, emotionally. We’ve traded challenge for convenience, and the...Soft Men in a Hard World: Why Comfort Is Killing Us | Episode 463 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1432false463fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/find-water-or-die-trying-wilderness-survival-secrets-episode-462--67054242Find Water or Die Trying: Wilderness Survival Secrets | Episode 462 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9071Mon, 21 Jul 2025 10:00:33 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 462 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we're diving into one of the most critical — and overlooked — elements of survival: finding water in the wild. You can go weeks without food, but only a few days without water. And if you’re relying on that...Find Water or Die Trying: Wilderness Survival Secrets | Episode 462 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1453false462fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/weekend-skills-get-better-before-monday-episode-461--67028824Weekend Skills: Get Better Before Monday | Episode 461 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9067Fri, 18 Jul 2025 14:22:19 +0000James Burnette"Take What You Want From Life | Episode 433" The post https://www.survivalpunk.com/weekend-skills-get-better-before-monday-episode-461/ appeared first on https://www.survivalpunk.com.Weekend Skills: Get Better Before Monday | Episode 461 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1611falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/apartment-prepping-survive-in-small-spaces-episode-460--67012922Apartment Prepping: Survive in Small Spaces | Episode 460 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9064Thu, 17 Jul 2025 12:00:06 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 460 of the Survival Punk Podcast, I dive into the often-overlooked world of apartment prepping. Just because you live in a small space doesn’t mean you’re out of options — it means you have to get smarter. "Apartment Prepping: Survive in...Apartment Prepping: Survive in Small Spaces | Episode 460 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1498false460fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-expiration-date-delusion-episode-459--66996559The Expiration Date Delusion | Episode 459 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9061Wed, 16 Jul 2025 12:00:10 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 459 of the Survival Punk Podcast, I talk about one of the strangest but most telling moments I’ve had in a store: a woman — masked up in 2025 — picked up a package of fresh tomatoes and asked, “Where’s the expiration date?” "The Expiration...The Expiration Date Delusion | Episode 459 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1413false459fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-urban-survival-tools-you-ll-actually-use-episode-458--669846415 Urban Survival Tools You’ll Actually Use | Episode 458 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9055Tue, 15 Jul 2025 12:00:23 +0000James BurnetteMost survival content acts like we all live in the woods with a fire pit and a lean-to. But what about the rest of us — stuck in cities, suburbs, or apartments when disaster hits? In Episode 458 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we dive into five urban...5 Urban Survival Tools You’ll Actually Use | Episode 458 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1620false458fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-only-five-tools-you-d-take-off-grid-episode-457--66975171The Only Five Tools You’d Take Off-Grid | Episode 457 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9052Mon, 14 Jul 2025 12:00:20 +0000James BurnetteIf you had to go off-grid tomorrow — no U-Haul, no second trip — what five tools would you take? In Episode 457 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we strip it down to the bare essentials. No fluff, no fantasy gear — just the core tools that can keep you...The Only Five Tools You’d Take Off-Grid | Episode 457 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1461false457fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/top-10-tools-for-diy-preppers-episode-456--66943396Top 10 Tools for DIY Preppers | Episode 456 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9048Fri, 11 Jul 2025 12:00:31 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 456 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re getting our hands dirty with a topic that matters more than most people realize — tools. Not the tactical gear with molle straps. Real tools. Power tools, hand tools, and the stuff that lets you...Top 10 Tools for DIY Preppers | Episode 456 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1886false546fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-prep-when-you-re-flat-broke-episode-455--66925764How to Prep When You’re Flat Broke | Episode 455 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9045Thu, 10 Jul 2025 12:00:24 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 455 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re hitting a reality that too many preppers gloss over: being broke. You don’t need stacks of cash, a fancy bugout rig, or a retreat in the woods to get prepared. You just need grit, creativity, and the...How to Prep When You’re Flat Broke | Episode 455 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1480false455fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shelter-anywhere-surviving-the-elements-in-wild-and-urban-settings-episode-454--66912414Shelter Anywhere: Surviving the Elements in Wild and Urban Settings | Episode 454 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9041Wed, 09 Jul 2025 12:00:46 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 454 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re getting into one of the most basic but essential pieces of survival: shelter. Whether you’re stuck in the woods or navigating a blacked-out city, you need a place to get out of the wind, stay dry, and...Shelter Anywhere: Surviving the Elements in Wild and Urban Settings | Episode 454 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1678false454fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/learning-to-love-screwing-up-how-mistakes-make-you-stronger-episode-453--66896660Learning to Love Screwing Up: How Mistakes Make You Stronger | Episode 453 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9038Tue, 08 Jul 2025 12:00:27 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 453 of the Survival Punk Podcast, I’m diving into something most people avoid like the plague: failure. Messing up. Falling on your face. Making bad calls, burning food, blowing a DIY job, or prepping wrong. And why you should learn to love...Learning to Love Screwing Up: How Mistakes Make You Stronger | Episode 453 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1478false453fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-big-beautiful-bill-what-it-really-means-for-preppers-episode-452--66882989The Big Beautiful Bill: What It Really Means for Preppers | Episode 452 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9025Mon, 07 Jul 2025 12:00:18 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 452 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re digging into the recently passed One Big Beautiful Bill — a massive piece of legislation that’s being called everything from a game-changer to a political stunt. But forget the headlines — we’re...The Big Beautiful Bill: What It Really Means for Preppers | Episode 452 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1375false452fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-would-the-founders-think-prepping-in-the-age-of-soft-tyranny-episode-451--66859674What Would the Founders Think? Prepping in the Age of Soft Tyranny | Episode 451 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9022Fri, 04 Jul 2025 12:00:41 +0000James Burnette"What Would the Founders Think? Prepping in the Age of Soft Tyranny | Episode 451" The post https://www.survivalpunk.com/what-would-the-founders-think-prepping-in-the-age-of-soft-tyranny-episode-451/ appeared first on https://www.survivalpunk.com.What Would the Founders Think? Prepping in the Age of Soft Tyranny | Episode 451 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1508false451fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-i-no-longer-call-myself-a-libertarian-episode-450--66849320Why I No Longer Call Myself a Libertarian | Episode 450 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9019Thu, 03 Jul 2025 12:00:05 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 450 of the Survival Punk Podcast, I’m laying it out straight: I no longer call myself a libertarian — and here’s why. This isn’t about giving up on freedom, individual responsibility, or small government. It’s about recognizing that the...Why I No Longer Call Myself a Libertarian | Episode 450 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1343false451fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ai-and-the-death-of-work-what-s-already-gone-episode-449--66832210AI and the Death of Work: What’s Already Gone | Episode 449 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9016Wed, 02 Jul 2025 12:00:25 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 449 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re digging into the AI job apocalypse — not the future, but what’s already been lost. This isn’t just about robots taking your job tomorrow. It’s about entire industries that have already vanished... and...AI and the Death of Work: What’s Already Gone | Episode 449 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1439false449fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/everything-is-your-fault-episode-448--66819515Everything Is Your Fault | Episode 448 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9013Tue, 01 Jul 2025 12:00:48 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 448 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re getting into something uncomfortable — and necessary: radical responsibility. Inspired by ideas in The 10X Rule by Grant Cardone, this episode is about owning everything in your life, even the stuff...Everything Is Your Fault | Episode 448 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1535false448fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/comfort-in-collapse-keeping-your-sanity-when-shtf-episode-447--66803829Comfort in Collapse: Keeping Your Sanity When SHTF | Episode 447 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9010Mon, 30 Jun 2025 12:00:34 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 447 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re getting into a topic most preppers ignore until it’s too late: comfort. Not just food, but the stuff that keeps you sane when the world’s gone sideways — stories, games, music, and rituals that remind...Comfort in Collapse: Keeping Your Sanity When SHTF | Episode 447 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1538false447fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/everything-i-want-to-do-is-illegal-episode-446--66770781Everything I Want to Do Is Illegal | Episode 446 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9005Fri, 27 Jun 2025 12:00:05 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 446 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we take a hard look at the red tape, restrictions, and straight-up stupidity that makes basic self-reliance a legal landmine. Inspired by Joel Salatin’s legendary book Everything I Want to Do Is Illegal,...Everything I Want to Do Is Illegal | Episode 446 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1435false446fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/beating-the-heat-before-it-beats-you-episode-445--66755898Beating the Heat Before It Beats You | Episode 445 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=9000Thu, 26 Jun 2025 12:00:14 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 445 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re tackling a killer that doesn’t get nearly enough attention: heat. Summer is here, and with it comes record-breaking temps, blackout risks, and real dangers for anyone living in a concrete jungle — or...Beating the Heat Before It Beats You | Episode 445 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1363false445fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/store-what-you-eat-eat-what-you-store-no-waste-prepping-episode-444--66742825Store What You Eat, Eat What You Store: No-Waste Prepping | Episode 444 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8997Wed, 25 Jun 2025 12:00:56 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 444 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re digging into one of the oldest, smartest rules in prepping: store what you eat, and eat what you store. It sounds simple. But a lot of people get it wrong — and end up with shelves full of food...Store What You Eat, Eat What You Store: No-Waste Prepping | Episode 444 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1677false444fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-illusion-of-money-scarcity-you-can-make-more-than-you-think-episode-443--66724240The Illusion of Money Scarcity: You Can Make More Than You Think | Episode 443 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8994Tue, 24 Jun 2025 12:00:16 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 443 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re breaking down a dangerous lie that keeps people stuck: the illusion of money scarcity. So many people — especially those who’ve struggled growing up — believe they’ll never have enough. That money is...The Illusion of Money Scarcity: You Can Make More Than You Think | Episode 443 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1503false443fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sharpening-sewing-the-forgotten-survival-skills-episode-442--66706588Sharpening & Sewing: The Forgotten Survival Skills | Episode 442 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8991Mon, 23 Jun 2025 12:00:30 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 442 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re going back to basics — the kind of basics that keep your gear working and your clothes from falling apart when it really counts. Sharpening blades and sewing repairs aren’t glamorous, but they’re...Sharpening & Sewing: The Forgotten Survival Skills | Episode 442 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1496false442fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fathers-matter-the-backbone-of-a-strong-society-episode-441--66651219Fathers Matter: The Backbone of a Strong Society | Episode 441 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8987Fri, 20 Jun 2025 12:00:47 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 441 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re talking about something you don’t hear much in the prepping world — but it’s at the core of everything we do: the importance of fathers. A strong father isn’t just a personal blessing. He’s a...Fathers Matter: The Backbone of a Strong Society | Episode 441 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1353false441fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-federal-reserve-the-hidden-hand-in-your-pocket-episode-440--66626942The Federal Reserve: The Hidden Hand in Your Pocket | Episode 440 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8984Thu, 19 Jun 2025 12:00:37 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 440 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re pulling back the curtain on a system most folks never question: The Federal Reserve. You work hard for your money — but the Fed controls its value, its supply, and its future. If you want to be truly...The Federal Reserve: The Hidden Hand in Your Pocket | Episode 440 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1623false440fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/riot-ready-staying-safe-when-the-crowd-goes-wild-episode-439--66601605Riot Ready: Staying Safe When the Crowd Goes Wild | Episode 439 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8979Wed, 18 Jun 2025 12:00:16 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 439 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re tackling one of the most chaotic and fast-moving threats you can face: riots. When tempers flare and crowds turn violent, things spiral fast. And the best prep isn’t a gas mask or body armor — it’s...Riot Ready: Staying Safe When the Crowd Goes Wild | Episode 439 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1521false439fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-build-a-museum-use-your-preps-episode-438--66590216Don’t Build a Museum: Use Your Preps | Episode 438 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8976Tue, 17 Jun 2025 12:00:50 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 438 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re calling out one of the most common traps preppers fall into: turning your stash into a museum. It’s easy to pile up gear, food, tools, and supplies — and then leave them sitting untouched, collecting...Don’t Build a Museum: Use Your Preps | Episode 438 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1536false438fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-right-tool-for-the-job-and-what-to-do-when-you-don-t-have-it-episode-437--66577967The Right Tool for the Job — And What to Do When You Don’t Have It | Episode 437 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8973Mon, 16 Jun 2025 12:00:23 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 437 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re talking about something that separates smooth, efficient survival from frustration and failure: using the right tool for the job. Whether you’re building, fixing, cooking, or defending — the right...The Right Tool for the Job — And What to Do When You Don’t Have It | Episode 437 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1404false437fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/staying-safe-threat-assessment-and-common-sense-survival-episode-436--66547141Staying Safe: Threat Assessment and Common Sense Survival | Episode 436 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8967Fri, 13 Jun 2025 12:00:49 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 436 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re getting tactical about something that should be obvious but too often isn’t: staying alive by not being stupid. Survival isn’t always about fire-starting or food storage — sometimes it’s just about...Staying Safe: Threat Assessment and Common Sense Survival | Episode 436 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1385false436fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/legacy-what-will-outlast-you-episode-435--66529333Legacy: What Will Outlast You? | Episode 435 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8963Thu, 12 Jun 2025 12:00:04 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 435 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re stepping back from the gear and grit to talk about something deeper: legacy. Prepping isn’t just about surviving the now — it’s about leaving something behind. Something solid. Something that matters....Legacy: What Will Outlast You? | Episode 435 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1440false435fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/water-is-life-backup-systems-for-shtf-sanitation-episode-434--66506626Water Is Life: Backup Systems for SHTF Sanitation | Episode 434 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8959Wed, 11 Jun 2025 12:00:39 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 434 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re talking about something a lot of preppers overlook until it’s too late: running water. Not just bottled water for drinking — but actual systems to keep water flowing for cooking, washing, flushing,...Water Is Life: Backup Systems for SHTF Sanitation | Episode 434 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1495false434fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/take-what-you-want-from-life-episode-433--66492376Take What You Want From Life | Episode 433 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8954Tue, 10 Jun 2025 12:00:15 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 433 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re breaking down a truth most people don’t want to hear: no one is coming to save you. If you want more from life — more freedom, more income, more options — you have to go take it. Because nothing is...Take What You Want From Life | Episode 433 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1450false433fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/troubleshooting-the-survival-mindset-of-finding-and-fixing-episode-432--66473266Troubleshooting: The Survival Mindset of Finding and Fixing | Episode 432 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8951Mon, 09 Jun 2025 12:00:16 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 432 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re getting into one of the most underrated survival skills out there — troubleshooting. This isn’t just about fixing gear. It’s a way of thinking. A mindset. The ability to stay calm, identify the...Troubleshooting: The Survival Mindset of Finding and Fixing | Episode 432 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1637false433fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dutch-oven-cooking-off-grid-meals-that-matter-episode-431--66419194Dutch Oven Cooking: Off-Grid Meals That Matter | Episode 431 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8947Fri, 06 Jun 2025 12:00:00 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 431 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re cracking open the lid on one of the most versatile tools in off-grid cooking: the Dutch oven. Rugged, reliable, and ridiculously useful, this heavy chunk of cast iron can feed you like royalty long...Dutch Oven Cooking: Off-Grid Meals That Matter | Episode 431 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1628false431fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/debt-is-cancer-cut-it-out-before-collapse-episode-430--66404949Debt Is Cancer: Cut It Out Before Collapse | Episode 430 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8942Thu, 05 Jun 2025 07:36:14 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 430 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re going straight for the jugular — debt. It’s not just a financial inconvenience. It’s not just “part of life.” It’s a system of modern-day slavery that keeps you broke, distracted, and vulnerable. If...Debt Is Cancer: Cut It Out Before Collapse | Episode 430 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1509false430fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-trades-over-college-a-blueprint-for-real-world-success-episode-429--66394636The Trades Over College: A Blueprint for Real-World Success | Episode 429 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8939Wed, 04 Jun 2025 12:00:47 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 429 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re talking about something personal, practical, and way overdue — why the trades are the smart move for the next generation. College isn’t just overpriced — it’s overrated. If you want real skills, real...The Trades Over College: A Blueprint for Real-World Success | Episode 429 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1550false429fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trash-becomes-treasure-shtf-repurposing-hacks-episode-428--66381130Trash Becomes Treasure: SHTF Repurposing Hacks | Episode 428 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8935Tue, 03 Jun 2025 12:00:56 +0000James BurnetteIn Episode 428 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re turning garbage into gear. When supply chains crumble and stores go dark, you won’t be able to run to Home Depot or hit “Buy Now.” But survival isn’t about shiny tools — it’s about creativity. The...Trash Becomes Treasure: SHTF Repurposing Hacks | Episode 428 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1638false428fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prepper-burnout-when-readiness-wears-you-down-episode-427--66367105Prepper Burnout: When Readiness Wears You Down | Episode 427 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8930Mon, 02 Jun 2025 12:00:24 +0000James BurnetteLet’s be honest—prepping can get exhausting. When you’re constantly thinking about what could go wrong, stocking up, learning skills, staying alert… it’s easy to hit a wall. In Episode 427 of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re diving into something...Prepper Burnout: When Readiness Wears You Down | Episode 427 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1445false427fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/from-flat-tire-to-full-collapse-everyday-disasters-as-training-episode-426--66338880From Flat Tire to Full Collapse: Everyday Disasters as Training | Episode 426 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8924Fri, 30 May 2025 12:00:42 +0000James Burnette"From Flat Tire to Full Collapse: Everyday Disasters as Training | Episode 426" The post https://www.survivalpunk.com/from-flat-tire-to-full-collapse-everyday-disasters-as-training-episode-426/ appeared first on https://www.survivalpunk.com.From Flat Tire to Full Collapse: Everyday Disasters as Training | Episode 426 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1663false426fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-housing-market-collapse-what-preppers-need-to-know-episode-425--66325996The Housing Market Collapse: What Preppers Need to Know | Episode 425 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8920Thu, 29 May 2025 12:00:11 +0000James BurnetteThe housing market is out of control — and it’s not just headlines, it’s real. In this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we dive deep into the numbers, the history, and what it means for those of us who want to survive and thrive outside the...The Housing Market Collapse: What Preppers Need to Know | Episode 425 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>2055false425fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keep-the-lights-on-surviving-the-darkness-episode-424--66311685Keep the Lights On: Surviving the Darkness | Episode 424 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8915Wed, 28 May 2025 12:00:47 +0000James BurnetteIn this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re talking about something most people don’t think twice about—light—until it’s gone. When the grid fails, darkness creeps in fast. And it’s not just inconvenient. It’s dangerous. From navigating your...Keep the Lights On: Surviving the Darkness | Episode 424 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1504false424fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/embrace-discomfort-building-mental-resilience-for-hard-times-episode-423--66292610Embrace Discomfort: Building Mental Resilience for Hard Times | Episode 423 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8911Tue, 27 May 2025 12:00:54 +0000James BurnetteIn this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re getting uncomfortable — on purpose. Because comfort breeds softness, and softness breaks fast under pressure. Real prepping isn’t just about storing food or packing bags. It’s about mental resilience...Embrace Discomfort: Building Mental Resilience for Hard Times | Episode 423 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1454false423fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/collapse-chores-the-work-you-don-t-think-about-episode-422--66280862Collapse Chores: The Work You Don’t Think About | Episode 422 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8906Mon, 26 May 2025 12:00:08 +0000James BurnetteIn this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re digging into the dirty truth of survival — not the gunfights or the bug-outs, but the grind. When the grid goes down, every day turns into a full-time job. And if you’re not ready for the sheer...Collapse Chores: The Work You Don’t Think About | Episode 422 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1531false422fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/living-on-1-000-calories-a-day-rationing-without-breaking-down-episode-421--66225489Living on 1,000 Calories a Day: Rationing Without Breaking Down | Episode 421 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8902Fri, 23 May 2025 12:00:01 +0000James BurnetteIn this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we take a hard look at a grim but realistic scenario: surviving on just 1,000 calories a day. Whether it’s a food shortage, a botched resupply, or you're deep into bug-out territory, knowing how to stretch...Living on 1,000 Calories a Day: Rationing Without Breaking Down | Episode 421 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1597false421fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-10-cs-of-survival-building-a-smarter-bug-out-bag-episode-420--66200787The 10 Cs of Survival: Building a Smarter Bug-Out Bag | Episode 420 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8897Thu, 22 May 2025 12:00:14 +0000James BurnetteIn this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re going back to basics — and that’s a good thing. Whether you’re building your first bug-out bag or refining your tenth, the 10 Cs of survival are your foundation. Made popular by survival expert Dave...The 10 Cs of Survival: Building a Smarter Bug-Out Bag | Episode 420 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1549false420fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stuck-at-work-when-shtf-get-home-plans-that-work-episode-419--66182828 Most people spend 8+ hours a day away from home. If something goes down — power grid failure, civil unrest, major natural disaster — you might be miles from your gear, your family, and your safety plan. "Stuck at Work When SHTF: Get-Home Plans That Work | Episode 419" The post Stuck at Work When SHTF: Get-Home Plans That Work | Episode 419 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8891Wed, 21 May 2025 12:00:35 +0000James BurnetteIn this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re tackling a realistic but often overlooked scenario — what if the world falls apart while you’re at work? Most people spend 8+ hours a day away from home. If something goes down — power grid failure,... Most people spend 8+ hours a day away from home. If something goes down — power grid failure, civil unrest, major natural disaster — you might be miles from your gear, your family, and your safety plan. "Stuck at Work When SHTF: Get-Home Plans That Work | Episode 419" The post Stuck at Work When SHTF: Get-Home Plans That Work | Episode 419 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1652false419fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/cooking-from-the-pantry-no-store-no-problem-episode-418--66169660Cooking from the Pantry: No Store, No Problem | Episode 418 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8886Tue, 20 May 2025 12:00:18 +0000James BurnetteIn this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re cracking open the pantry — not to snack, but to survive. Whether you’re facing a power outage, snowed in, or riding out supply chain chaos, being able to cook real meals from shelf-stable food is a...Cooking from the Pantry: No Store, No Problem | Episode 418 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1600false418fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/sleep-deprivation-and-survival-staying-sharp-when-you-can-t-sleep-episode-417--66149390Sleep Deprivation and Survival: Staying Sharp When You Can’t Sleep | Episode 417 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8881Mon, 19 May 2025 12:00:26 +0000James BurnetteThis isn’t just about comfort. Sleep affects judgment, energy, mood, and decision-making — all critical when everything’s on the line. "Sleep Deprivation and Survival: Staying Sharp When You Can’t Sleep | Episode 417" The post...Sleep Deprivation and Survival: Staying Sharp When You Can’t Sleep | Episode 417 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1476false417fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/outdoor-cooking-for-preppers-mastering-meals-without-a-kitchen-episode-416--66116877Outdoor Cooking for Preppers: Mastering Meals Without a Kitchen | Episode 416 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8876Fri, 16 May 2025 12:00:21 +0000James BurnetteIn this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re firing up the topic of outdoor cooking — not just for fun, but for real-world preparedness. Whether you’re trying to beat the summer heat, deal with a blackout, or sharpen your SHTF cooking skills,...Outdoor Cooking for Preppers: Mastering Meals Without a Kitchen | Episode 416 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1376false416fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prepping-without-fear-confidence-over-panic-episode-415--66099897Prepping Without Fear: Confidence Over Panic | Episode 415 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8871Thu, 15 May 2025 12:00:11 +0000James BurnetteIn this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re tackling something that doesn’t come in a Mylar bag or ammo can: your mindset. Prepping is supposed to make you feel more in control, not more afraid. But too many people spiral into doomscrolling,...Prepping Without Fear: Confidence Over Panic | Episode 415 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1426false415fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-market-prepping-trading-when-the-rules-collapse-episode-414--66084232Black Market Prepping: Trading When the Rules Collapse | Episode 414 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8865Wed, 14 May 2025 12:00:05 +0000James BurnetteIn this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re diving into the world of black and grey market prepping — because when systems fail, the rules change fast. Whether you’re bartering in a post-collapse economy or just trying to make ends meet now,...Black Market Prepping: Trading When the Rules Collapse | Episode 414 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1575false414fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/survival-sauces-flavor-hacks-for-hard-times-episode-413--66070741Survival Sauces: Flavor Hacks for Hard Times | Episode 413 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8862Tue, 13 May 2025 12:00:21 +0000James BurnetteIn this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re diving into the world of sauces — because flavor is morale, and morale is survival. Whether you’re living off rice and beans or stretching shelf-stable staples, the right sauce can turn bland into...Survival Sauces: Flavor Hacks for Hard Times | Episode 413 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1494false413fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/abandoned-places-what-s-safe-to-salvage-episode-412--66053700Abandoned Places: What’s Safe to Salvage? | Episode 412 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8859Mon, 12 May 2025 12:00:34 +0000James BurnetteIn this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we step into the eerie calm of a post-collapse world — where empty buildings, forgotten homes, and quiet streets may hold everything you need to survive. But scavenging isn’t looting. It’s not dumb luck or...Abandoned Places: What’s Safe to Salvage? | Episode 412 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1383false412fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prepper-clothes-on-a-dime-thrift-scores-yard-sale-finds-and-smart-storage-episode-411--66015802Prepper Clothes on a Dime: Thrift Scores, Yard Sale Finds, and Smart Storage | Episode 411 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8856Fri, 09 May 2025 12:00:26 +0000James Burnette"Prepper Clothes on a Dime: Thrift Scores, Yard Sale Finds, and Smart Storage | Episode 411" The post https://www.survivalpunk.com/prepper-clothes-on-a-dime-thrift-scores-yard-sale-finds-and-smart-storage-episode-411/ appeared first on...Prepper Clothes on a Dime: Thrift Scores, Yard Sale Finds, and Smart Storage | Episode 411 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1571false411fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/diy-health-taking-control-of-your-body-and-medicine-cabinet-episode-410--65997796DIY Health: Taking Control of Your Body and Medicine Cabinet | Episode 410 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8853Thu, 08 May 2025 12:00:43 +0000James BurnetteIn this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we tackle one of the most overlooked areas in preparedness — your health. You can have all the gear in the world, but if your body breaks down or you rely on a system that’s collapsing, you’re in trouble....DIY Health: Taking Control of Your Body and Medicine Cabinet | Episode 410 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1564false410fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hobo-code-lost-survival-wisdom-from-the-rail-riders-episode-409--65970732Hobo Code: Lost Survival Wisdom from the Rail Riders | Episode 409 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8850Wed, 07 May 2025 12:00:09 +0000James BurnetteIn this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we ride the rails back in time to explore the forgotten survival system of the American hobo. During the Great Depression, hobos were more than just drifters — they were tactical survivors who developed a...Hobo Code: Lost Survival Wisdom from the Rail Riders | Episode 409 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1320false409fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/atlas-shrugged-in-real-life-are-we-living-ayn-rand-s-collapse-episode-408--65938655Atlas Shrugged in Real Life – Are We Living Ayn Rand’s Collapse? | Episode 408 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8846Tue, 06 May 2025 12:00:55 +0000James BurnetteAyn Rand’s Atlas Shrugged used to be considered dystopian fiction. Now, for many of us watching the modern world unravel, it feels more like a prophetic blueprint. In this episode, we dive into the eerie parallels between Rand’s vision of a crumbling...Atlas Shrugged in Real Life – Are We Living Ayn Rand’s Collapse? | Episode 408 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1642false408fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-and-found-how-to-avoid-getting-lost-and-how-to-get-back-episode-407--65920796Lost and Found: How to Avoid Getting Lost — and How to Get Back | Episode 407 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8841Mon, 05 May 2025 12:00:32 +0000James BurnetteIn this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re talking about something that can happen to anyone — getting lost. Whether you’re deep in the woods, on a backroad adventure, or even exploring a new city, getting turned around can go from...Lost and Found: How to Avoid Getting Lost — and How to Get Back | Episode 407 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1422false407fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/homemade-camping-meals-diy-mres-episode-406--65854427Homemade Camping Meals – DIY MREs | Episode 406 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8837Fri, 02 May 2025 12:00:05 +0000James BurnetteForget overpriced MREs and bland freeze-dried kits — this week on the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re showing you how to build your own shelf-stable camping meals that taste better, cost less, and match your specific needs. Whether you’re hitting the...Homemade Camping Meals – DIY MREs | Episode 406 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1673false406fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-last-skill-standing-adaptability-over-everything-episode-405--65824749The Last Skill Standing: Adaptability Over Everything | Episode 405 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8833Thu, 01 May 2025 12:22:49 +0000James BurnetteIn the prepping world, we love our gear. We train. We stockpile. We have bug-out bags packed like puzzle boxes and caches hidden in the woods. But when the storm hits, the grid goes down, or your plan gets blindsided by reality, there’s only one skill...The Last Skill Standing: Adaptability Over Everything | Episode 405 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1507false406fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/broken-supply-chains-what-you-should-be-buying-right-now-episode-404--65806083Broken Supply Chains: What You Should Be Buying Right Now | Episode 404 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8829Wed, 30 Apr 2025 12:00:10 +0000James Burnette        Broken Supply Chains: What You Should Be Buying Right Now | Episode 404 The Warning Signs Are Everywhere Empty shelves used to be rare. Now they’re […] The post...Broken Supply Chains: What You Should Be Buying Right Now | Episode 404 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1563falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bugging-in-why-it-beats-bugging-out-almost-every-time-episode-403--65792059Bugging In: Why It Beats Bugging Out Almost Every Time | Episode 403 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8823Tue, 29 Apr 2025 12:00:41 +0000James BurnetteIn prepping circles, the idea of bugging out has almost become a religion. There’s something exciting about the thought of grabbing your bag, disappearing into the woods, and living off the land while society burns. But here’s the hard truth: bugging...Bugging In: Why It Beats Bugging Out Almost Every Time | Episode 403 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1774false403fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-prepper-s-toolbelt-top-10-items-you-actually-use-episode-402--65779566The Prepper’s Toolbelt: Top 10 Items You Actually Use | Episode 402 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8819Mon, 28 Apr 2025 12:00:03 +0000James BurnetteMost gear lists are filled with flashy gadgets and overpriced gimmicks that look great on Instagram but never leave your shelf. In Episode 402, we’re cutting the fluff and breaking down the real tools preppers actually use—day in, day out. This isn’t...The Prepper’s Toolbelt: Top 10 Items You Actually Use | Episode 402 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1624false402fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/living-without-a-fridge-the-forgotten-art-of-preservation-episode-401--65724541Living Without a Fridge: The Forgotten Art of Preservation | Episode 401 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8814Fri, 25 Apr 2025 12:00:49 +0000James BurnetteIn a world where almost every meal depends on electricity, the idea of living without a fridge sounds crazy to most people. But for thousands of years, humans kept food safe, nutritious, and edible without a compressor humming in the kitchen. And if...Living Without a Fridge: The Forgotten Art of Preservation | Episode 401 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1544false401fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/spring-cleaning-for-survival-organize-your-preps-before-the-heat-hits-episode-400--65701153Spring Cleaning for Survival: Organize Your Preps Before the Heat Hits | Episode 400 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8811Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:00:56 +0000James Burnette"Spring Cleaning for Survival: Organize Your Preps Before the Heat Hits | Episode 400" The post https://www.survivalpunk.com/spring-cleaning-for-survival-organize-your-preps-before-the-heat-hits-episode-400/ appeared first on...Spring Cleaning for Survival: Organize Your Preps Before the Heat Hits | Episode 400 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1496false400fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/camp-like-you-mean-it-why-camping-is-a-prepper-s-best-tool-episode-399--65678709Camp Like You Mean It: Why Camping Is a Prepper’s Best Tool | Episode 399 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8807Wed, 23 Apr 2025 12:00:53 +0000James BurnetteCamping isn’t just a hobby—it’s one of the most useful tools in a prepper’s toolkit. In Episode 399, we’re digging into why camping is more than just roasting marshmallows under the stars. It’s a powerful training ground for survival, self-reliance,...Camp Like You Mean It: Why Camping Is a Prepper’s Best Tool | Episode 399 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1433false399fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/every-prepper-has-a-blind-spot-what-s-yours-episode-398--65663450Every Prepper Has a Blind Spot—What’s Yours? | Episode 398 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8803Tue, 22 Apr 2025 12:00:02 +0000James BurnetteEvery prepper has one area they obsess over—guns, food, first aid, comms—but very few have all the bases covered. It’s human nature to focus on what we like or what we’re good at. The problem? Your blind spot is where reality punches you in the face....Every Prepper Has a Blind Spot—What’s Yours? | Episode 398 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1416false398fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-death-of-the-middle-class-what-it-means-for-preppers-episode-397--65650496The Death of the Middle Class: What It Means for Preppers | Episode 397 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8799Mon, 21 Apr 2025 12:00:41 +0000James BurnetteThe middle class has always been the backbone of stable societies. But in 2025, we’re watching it die in real time. Rising inflation, stagnant wages, skyrocketing housing costs, and mounting debt are squeezing the average family into economic...The Death of the Middle Class: What It Means for Preppers | Episode 397 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1526false397fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stay-sharp-the-power-of-being-observant-episode-396--65623084Stay Sharp: The Power of Being Observant | Episode 396 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8795Fri, 18 Apr 2025 12:00:18 +0000James BurnetteIn a world that feels more chaotic by the day, one skill separates those who adapt and those who get blindsided: observation. In Episode 396, we’re diving into the power of being observant—why it matters, how it keeps you ahead, and how most people...Stay Sharp: The Power of Being Observant | Episode 396 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1543false396fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shut-up-and-survive-opsec-for-preppers-episode-395--65609432Shut Up and Survive: OPSEC for Preppers | Episode 395 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8792Thu, 17 Apr 2025 12:00:04 +0000James BurnetteOPSEC stands for Operational Security. In simple terms, it means keeping your mouth shut, your profile low, and your plans private. It's a concept borrowed from the military, but it’s just as essential in the prepping world. Because no matter how many...Shut Up and Survive: OPSEC for Preppers | Episode 395 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1449false395fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-final-days-of-rome-what-collapse-really-looks-like-episode-394--65592521The Final Days of Rome: What Collapse Really Looks Like | Episode 394 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8787Wed, 16 Apr 2025 12:00:13 +0000James BurnetteWhen we think about collapse, we often imagine something fast and fiery—EMP blasts, mushroom clouds, or sudden civil war. But history rarely works that way. The fall of Rome was not a single event, but a long, grinding decline. And in many ways, it’s...The Final Days of Rome: What Collapse Really Looks Like | Episode 394 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1521false394fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/survival-starts-with-sleep-why-rest-is-a-tactical-advantage-episode-393--65579549Survival Starts With Sleep: Why Rest is a Tactical Advantage | Episode 393 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8781Tue, 15 Apr 2025 12:00:17 +0000James BurnetteWhen people think about survival, they picture fire-starting, food gathering, and fending off threats. Rarely does anyone mention the most powerful, natural resource we all have access to: sleep. In Episode 393, we explore why sleep is your tactical...Survival Starts With Sleep: Why Rest is a Tactical Advantage | Episode 393 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1554false393fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prepping-vs-hoarding-what-s-the-difference-episode-392--65566180Prepping vs. Hoarding: What’s the Difference? | Episode 392 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8775Mon, 14 Apr 2025 12:00:37 +0000James BurnetteEvery time there’s a crisis—be it a hurricane, a pandemic, or a shipping disruption—someone inevitably says, “Preppers are just hoarders.” It’s a lazy comparison and, frankly, a dangerous one. In Episode 391, we’re diving into the key differences...Prepping vs. Hoarding: What’s the Difference? | Episode 392 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1476false392fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prepping-with-purpose-are-you-actually-ready-or-just-collecting-gear-episode-391--65525457 " The post Prepping With Purpose: Are You Actually Ready or Just Collecting Gear? | Episode 391 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8772Thu, 10 Apr 2025 12:06:07 +0000James BurnetteLet’s be honest—buying gear is fun. There’s something deeply satisfying about adding another piece of kit to your bug-out bag, lining up rows of freeze-dried food, or testing the latest survival knife. But at some point, we have to stop and ask: Are... " The post Prepping With Purpose: Are You Actually Ready or Just Collecting Gear? | Episode 391 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1553false391fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/too-old-too-young-too-weak-how-everyone-can-prep-episode-390--65464157Too Old, Too Young, Too Weak? How Everyone Can Prep | Episode 390 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8768Wed, 09 Apr 2025 12:00:24 +0000James BurnetteThere’s a common stereotype that preppers are all ex-military, CrossFit-trained woodsmen with six-figure bug-out cabins and a 3-year food supply. But that’s not reality—and honestly, it’s not necessary. Prepping is for everyone. Whether you’re older,...Too Old, Too Young, Too Weak? How Everyone Can Prep | Episode 390 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1605false390fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prepping-for-the-slow-collapse-episode-389--65441024Prepping for the Slow Collapse | Episode 389 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8758Tue, 08 Apr 2025 12:00:30 +0000James BurnetteMost prepping content is built around a sudden, dramatic event: a grid-down blackout, an EMP, a nuclear strike, or a massive natural disaster. These "flashbang" events are dramatic and terrifying, but they’re not the only way society falls apart. In...Prepping for the Slow Collapse | Episode 389 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1591false389fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/everything-you-own-is-too-loud-episode-388--65400187Everything You Own Is Too Loud | Episode 388 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8757Mon, 07 Apr 2025 12:00:44 +0000James BurnetteIn a real collapse scenario, drawing attention to yourself can be a death sentence. Whether you're bugging out through hostile territory, guarding your home during a blackout, or simply trying to avoid desperate people, noise discipline is critical....Everything You Own Is Too Loud | Episode 388 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1528false388fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-rise-of-ai-in-prepping-how-artificial-intelligence-can-help-you-prepare-episode-387--65348006The Rise of AI in Prepping – How Artificial Intelligence Can Help You Prepare | Episode 387 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8749Fri, 04 Apr 2025 12:00:28 +0000James BurnetteArtificial intelligence has been making waves in nearly every industry, and prepping is no exception. While most preppers focus on traditional skills like food storage, bushcraft, and self-defense, AI is becoming an unexpected but powerful tool for...The Rise of AI in Prepping – How Artificial Intelligence Can Help You Prepare | Episode 387 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1537false387fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-power-of-lifelong-learning-episode-386--65335023The Power of Lifelong Learning | Episode 386 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8744Thu, 03 Apr 2025 12:00:12 +0000James BurnetteIn the world of preparedness, the ability to adapt and grow is just as important as stockpiling supplies. Knowledge is one of the few preps that can never be taken from you. The more you know, the better you can handle any situation—from making your...The Power of Lifelong Learning | Episode 386 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1508false386fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/small-scale-manufacturing-the-future-of-american-industry-episode-385--65310792Small-Scale Manufacturing: The Future of American Industry | Episode 385 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8730Wed, 02 Apr 2025 12:00:23 +0000James BurnetteWith rising tariffs and global supply chain disruptions, there's never been a better time to bring manufacturing back to America—but on a smaller, more agile scale. In this episode, we dive into the world of small-scale manufacturing, exploring how...Small-Scale Manufacturing: The Future of American Industry | Episode 385 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1577false385fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-government-s-ultimate-ban-list-leaked-episode-384--65283580 The Government’s Ultimate Ban List Leaked | Episode 384 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8732Tue, 01 Apr 2025 12:00:09 +0000James BurnetteIn a shocking turn of events, an alleged classified government document has been leaked, revealing a nationwide crackdown on preparedness. That’s right—according to this top-secret dossier, the feds have officially declared war on preppers. " The... The Government’s Ultimate Ban List Leaked | Episode 384 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1204false384fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hiding-your-preps-securing-supplies-for-fire-theft-and-disaster-episode-383--65273426Hiding Your Preps: Securing Supplies for Fire, Theft, and Disaster | Episode 383 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8724Mon, 31 Mar 2025 12:00:33 +0000James BurnetteA well-stocked prepper stash is useless if it's lost in a fire, stolen, or otherwise compromised. Many preppers make the mistake of keeping all their supplies in one location, whether it’s their home, a basement, or a storage room. But what happens if...Hiding Your Preps: Securing Supplies for Fire, Theft, and Disaster | Episode 383 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1527false383fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-hygiene-and-sanitation-matter-more-than-bullets-episode-382--65187173Why Hygiene and Sanitation Matter More Than Bullets | Episode 382 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8722Fri, 28 Mar 2025 12:00:45 +0000James Burnette"Why Hygiene and Sanitation Matter More Than Bullets | Episode 382." The post https://www.survivalpunk.com/why-hygiene-and-sanitation-matter-more-than-bullets-episode-382/ appeared first on https://www.survivalpunk.com.Why Hygiene and Sanitation Matter More Than Bullets | Episode 382 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1640false382fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/spring-foraging-start-finding-wild-food-now-episode-381--65159957Spring Foraging – Start Finding Wild Food Now! | Episode 381 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8717Thu, 27 Mar 2025 12:00:52 +0000James BurnetteSpring is finally here, and that means it’s prime time for foraging! Whether you're a seasoned survivalist or just getting started, this is the perfect season to explore the wild food options growing all around you. From greens and berries to edible...Spring Foraging – Start Finding Wild Food Now! | Episode 381 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1491false381fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-physical-books-matter-episode-380--65133021Why Physical Books Matter | Episode 380 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8713Wed, 26 Mar 2025 12:00:44 +0000James BurnetteIn an age where everything is digital, it’s easy to forget the value of a physical book. But when the grid goes down, the internet vanishes, and your devices run out of power, a well-stocked prepper library could mean the difference between life and...Why Physical Books Matter | Episode 380 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1568false380fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/drones-in-a-collapse-friend-foe-and-firepower-episode-379--65132118Drones in a Collapse: Friend, Foe, and Firepower | episode 379 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8709Tue, 25 Mar 2025 12:00:02 +0000James BurnetteDrones have become an undeniable part of modern warfare, surveillance, and everyday life. In a post-collapse scenario, they will be a double-edged sword—used against you by hostile forces, but also providing an invaluable tool for preppers who know...Drones in a Collapse: Friend, Foe, and Firepower | episode 379 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1548false379fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/useful-skills-for-the-collapse-episode-378--65079128Useful Skills for the Collapse | Episode 378 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8703Mon, 24 Mar 2025 12:00:30 +0000James BurnetteIn a world where everything is conveniently available at the click of a button, it's easy to overlook the importance of self-sufficiency. But what happens when supply chains break down stores close, and modern conveniences are no longer reliable? In a...Useful Skills for the Collapse | Episode 378 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1575false378fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-market-bartering-cryptocurrency-and-the-dark-web-episode-377--65013120Black Market: Bartering, Cryptocurrency, and the Dark Web | Episode 377 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8699Fri, 21 Mar 2025 12:00:21 +0000James BurnetteIn a world where governments increasingly regulate financial transactions, preppers, and survivalists must consider alternative economies. Whether you’re dealing with economic collapse, excessive taxation, or authoritarian overreach, black and gray...Black Market: Bartering, Cryptocurrency, and the Dark Web | Episode 377 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1610false377fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preparing-for-bad-weather-episode-376--64993025Preparing for Bad Weather| Episode 376 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8695Thu, 20 Mar 2025 12:00:08 +0000James BurnetteWhen disaster strikes, it’s often Mother Nature leading the charge. From hurricanes and blizzards to tornadoes and heat waves, bad weather can quickly turn from an inconvenience to a life-threatening situation. For preppers and survivalists, being...Preparing for Bad Weather| Episode 376 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1446false376fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/weapons-beyond-guns-the-best-alternative-self-defense-tools-episode-375--64973308Weapons Beyond Guns: The Best Alternative Self-Defense Tools | Episode 375 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8686Wed, 19 Mar 2025 12:00:59 +0000James BurnetteWhen it comes to self-defense, firearms are the ultimate tool—effective, reliable, and a force equalizer. However, not everyone can or wants to rely on guns in every situation. Whether due to legal restrictions, personal preference, or practicality,...Weapons Beyond Guns: The Best Alternative Self-Defense Tools | Episode 375 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1530false375fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/finding-unwoke-media-episode-374--64953945Finding Unwoke Media | Episode 374 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8683Tue, 18 Mar 2025 12:05:07 +0000James BurnetteMany people find that woke media sacrifices good writing and world-building in favor of pushing a narrative. Instead of natural character development, these stories often feel like lectures. If you’re tired of media that prioritizes message over...Finding Unwoke Media | Episode 374 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1473false374fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-most-overlooked-survival-skill-communication-episode-373--64932921 " The post The Most Overlooked Survival Skill – Communication | Episode 373 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8680Mon, 17 Mar 2025 12:00:18 +0000James BurnetteWhen people think about survival skills, they often focus on fire-starting, food storage, and self-defense. However, one of the most underrated and essential skills is communication. In a survival situation, whether you're in a disaster scenario,... " The post The Most Overlooked Survival Skill – Communication | Episode 373 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1512false373fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-everyone-should-learn-to-fight-the-case-for-self-defense-training-episode-372--64879749Why Everyone Should Learn to Fight – The Case for Self-Defense Training | episode 372 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8674Fri, 14 Mar 2025 12:00:01 +0000James BurnetteMany people believe they will never find themselves in a violent situation, but the reality is that danger can arise when least expected. Whether it's a mugging, an aggressive road rage encounter, or an emergency where physical intervention is...Why Everyone Should Learn to Fight – The Case for Self-Defense Training | episode 372 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1482false372fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bugging-out-on-foot-what-s-actually-possible-episode-371--64860415Bugging Out on Foot: What’s Actually Possible? | Episode 371 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8672Thu, 13 Mar 2025 12:00:42 +0000James Burnette  Bugging Out on Foot: What’s Actually Possible? | Episode 371 When disaster strikes, the idea of grabbing a bag and heading out on foot into the wilderness is a […] The post...Bugging Out on Foot: What’s Actually Possible? | Episode 371 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1399falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/planning-for-debilitating-sickness-in-a-collapse-episode-370--64787988Planning for Debilitating Sickness in a Collapse | Episode 370 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8664Mon, 10 Mar 2025 12:00:32 +0000James BurnetteIn a survival situation, we often focus on external threats—food shortages, civil unrest, natural disasters—but what happens if you are the weak link? If you or your spouse are too sick to function, your carefully laid survival plans could fall apart....Planning for Debilitating Sickness in a Collapse | Episode 370 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1575false370fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tax-free-living-legal-ways-to-keep-more-of-your-money-episode-369--64747325Tax-Free Living Legal Ways to Keep More of Your Money | episode 369 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8660Fri, 07 Mar 2025 13:00:25 +0000James BurnetteIn uncertain times, keeping as much of your hard-earned money as possible is a smart move. While taxes are unavoidable in many aspects of life, there are completely legal ways to minimize what you owe. For preppers and survivalists, finding ways to...Tax-Free Living Legal Ways to Keep More of Your Money | episode 369 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1548false369fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bartering-in-a-collapse-episode-368--64730314Bartering in a Collapse | Episode 368 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8652Thu, 06 Mar 2025 13:00:02 +0000James Burnette    Bartering in a Collapse | Episode 368 In a post-collapse world, traditional currency may become worthless overnight. When supply chains break down, people will need alternative ways to […] The post...Bartering in a Collapse | Episode 368 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1425false368fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/general-physical-fitness-for-preppers-survivalists-episode-367--64710798General Physical Fitness for Preppers & Survivalists | Episode 367 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8650Wed, 05 Mar 2025 13:00:46 +0000James BurnetteWhen most people think about prepping, they focus on stockpiling food, water, and gear. But there’s one crucial factor that often gets overlooked—physical fitness. In a survival situation, your body is just as important as your supplies. Whether it’s...General Physical Fitness for Preppers & Survivalists | Episode 367 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1623false367fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mental-resilience-in-a-collapse-episode-366--64691617Mental Resilience in a Collapse | Episode 366 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8643Tue, 04 Mar 2025 13:00:15 +0000James BurnetteWhen disaster strikes, survival isn’t just about having the right gear—it’s about having the right mindset. Mental resilience is what separates those who endure from those who break under pressure. In a long-term collapse, stress, fear, and...Mental Resilience in a Collapse | Episode 366 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1473false366fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/self-sufficiency-vs-self-reliance-episode-365--64672389Self-Sufficiency vs. Self-Reliance | Episode 365 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8639Mon, 03 Mar 2025 13:00:26 +0000James BurnetteWhen it comes to preparedness, two terms often get used interchangeably: self-sufficiency and self-reliance. While they may seem similar, they represent very different mindsets and approaches to survival. In this episode of the Survivalpunk Podcast,...Self-Sufficiency vs. Self-Reliance | Episode 365 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1635false365fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/10-prepper-myths-that-need-to-die-episode-364--6462550010 Prepper Myths That Need to Die | Episode 364 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8635Fri, 28 Feb 2025 13:00:24 +0000James BurnetteWhen it comes to prepping, there are plenty of misconceptions floating around. Some of these myths are outdated, others are dangerous, and a few are just plain ridiculous. In this episode of the Survivalpunk Podcast, we’re breaking down 10 prepper...10 Prepper Myths That Need to Die | Episode 364 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1662false364fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prepping-challenges-experiments-episode-363--64604045Prepping Challenges & Experiments | Episode 363 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8630Thu, 27 Feb 2025 13:00:53 +0000James BurnetteWhen it comes to preparedness, there’s a big difference between theory and practice. Many preppers stockpile supplies, make plans, and study survival tactics—but how many actually put their preps to the test? In this episode of the Survivalpunk...Prepping Challenges & Experiments | Episode 363 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1727false363fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-most-overrated-underrated-prepper-gear-episode-362--64583614The Most Overrated & Underrated Prepper Gear | Episode 362 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8624Wed, 26 Feb 2025 13:00:45 +0000James BurnettePrepping is all about making smart choices, but some gear gets way more hype than it deserves while other essentials fly under the radar. In this episode of the Survivalpunk Podcast, we break down the most overrated and underrated prepper gear so you...The Most Overrated & Underrated Prepper Gear | Episode 362 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1574false362fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/planning-for-death-getting-your-affairs-in-order-episode-361--64561575Planning for Death – Getting Your Affairs in Order | Episode 361 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8621Tue, 25 Feb 2025 13:00:55 +0000James BurnetteDeath is a difficult topic, but avoiding the conversation can leave your loved ones dealing with unnecessary stress and legal battles. In this episode of the Survivalpunk Podcast, we discuss the importance of getting your affairs in order, lessons...Planning for Death – Getting Your Affairs in Order | Episode 361 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1638false361fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/stockpiling-mistakes-that-could-cost-you-episode-360--64542501Stockpiling Mistakes That Could Cost You | Episode 360 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8616Mon, 24 Feb 2025 13:00:31 +0000James BurnetteWhen it comes to prepping, stockpiling is a crucial element of survival planning. But just having a stash of food and supplies isn’t enough—you need to do it right. In this episode of the Survivalpunk Podcast, we dive into the most common stockpiling...Stockpiling Mistakes That Could Cost You | Episode 360 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1646false360fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/spice-up-survival-diy-seasoning-mixes-for-preppers-episode-359--64449771Spice Up Survival: DIY Seasoning Mixes for Preppers | episode 359 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8612Wed, 19 Feb 2025 13:00:43 +0000James Burnette"Spice Up Survival: DIY Seasoning Mixes for Preppers | episode 359." The post https://www.survivalpunk.com/spice-up-survival-diy-seasoning-mixes-for-preppers-episode-359/ appeared first on https://www.survivalpunk.com.Spice Up Survival: DIY Seasoning Mixes for Preppers | episode 359 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1572false359fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prepping-on-autopilot-episode-358--64433552Prepping on Autopilot | Episode 358 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8608Tue, 18 Feb 2025 13:00:20 +0000James BurnettePrepping doesn’t have to be a time-consuming task. With the right systems in place, you can automate your preparedness efforts, ensuring that you and your family are always ready for whatever comes your way. In this episode of the Survivalpunk...Prepping on Autopilot | Episode 358 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1815false358fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-lost-skills-of-our-grandparents-episode-357--64417502The Lost Skills of Our Grandparents | Episode 357 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8604Mon, 17 Feb 2025 13:00:48 +0000James Burnette"The Lost Skills of Our Grandparents | Episode 357" The post https://www.survivalpunk.com/the-lost-skills-of-our-grandparents-episode-357/ appeared first on https://www.survivalpunk.com.The Lost Skills of Our Grandparents | Episode 357 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1533false357fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/finding-the-perfect-knife-episode-356--64376819Finding the Perfect Knife | episode 356 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8601Fri, 14 Feb 2025 13:00:15 +0000James BurnetteFINDING THE PERFECT KNIFE | EPISODE 356 Losing your everyday carry (EDC) knife can be frustrating, but it also presents an opportunity to reassess what you truly need in a blade. In this episode of the Survivalpunk Podcast, I dive into my preferences...Finding the Perfect Knife | episode 356 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1647false356fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-second-amendment-revival-episode-355--64357952The Second Amendment Revival| Episode 355 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8585Thu, 13 Feb 2025 13:00:45 +0000James Burnette  The Second Amendment Revival| Episode 355 The Second Amendment has been at the forefront of legal and political battles for years, but recently, there has been a wave of […] The post...The Second Amendment Revival| Episode 355 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1517false355fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/always-look-on-the-bright-side-of-life-episode-354--64339506Always Look on the Bright Side of Life | Episode 354 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8570Wed, 12 Feb 2025 13:00:57 +0000James Burnette  Always Look on the Bright Side of Life | Episode 354 When the world seems to be heading toward chaos, it’s easy to get caught up in fear and […] The post https://www.survivalpunk.com/always-look-on-the-bright-side-of-life-episode-354/ appeared first...Always Look on the Bright Side of Life | Episode 354 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1509falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/chickens-for-beginners-episode-353--64319232Chickens for Beginners | Episode 353 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8557Tue, 11 Feb 2025 13:00:57 +0000James Burnette  Chickens for Beginners | Episode 353 Raising chickens is a great step toward self-sufficiency, providing fresh eggs, meat, pest control, and natural fertilizer for your garden. Whether you’re in […] The post...Chickens for Beginners | Episode 353 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1558false353fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/making-the-change-to-homestead-life-episode-352--64315265Making the Change to Homestead Life | Episode 352 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8553Mon, 10 Feb 2025 13:00:36 +0000James BurnetteIn this special episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, my wife and daughter join me to share their experiences transitioning to a homestead lifestyle. We discuss the challenges and rewards of self-sufficiency, the learning curves of baking bread and...Making the Change to Homestead Life | Episode 352 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1251false352fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/repurposing-upcycling-for-preppers-episode-351--64255700Repurposing & Upcycling for Preppers | Episode 351 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8525Fri, 07 Feb 2025 13:00:03 +0000James Burnette    Repurposing & Upcycling for Preppers | Episode 351 In a world where waste is abundant and resources can be scarce, learning how to repurpose and upcycle everyday items […] The post...Repurposing & Upcycling for Preppers | Episode 351 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1572falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-life-and-survival-of-medieval-peasants-episode-350--64231588The Life and Survival of Medieval Peasants | Episode 350 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8514Thu, 06 Feb 2025 15:56:00 +0000James Burnette  The Life and Survival of Medieval Peasants | Episode 350 Medieval peasants lived a life dictated by the seasons, working the land to provide for their families and fulfill […] The post...The Life and Survival of Medieval Peasants | Episode 350 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1572falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/self-sufficiency-on-a-budget-episode-349--64208307Self-Sufficiency on a Budget | Episode 349 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8475Wed, 05 Feb 2025 15:55:04 +0000James Burnette    Self-Sufficiency on a Budget | Episode 349 Living a self-sufficient lifestyle doesn’t have to break the bank. Many people assume that self-reliance requires massive investments in land, equipment, […] The post...Self-Sufficiency on a Budget | Episode 349 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1616false349fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trump-s-tariffs-what-it-means-for-preppers-episode-348--64191220Trump’s Tariffs: What It Means for Preppers | Episode 348 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8470Tue, 04 Feb 2025 13:00:53 +0000James Burnette    Trump’s Tariffs: What It Means for Preppers | Episode 348 Tariffs might seem like just another political move, but they have real-world effects on prices, supply chains, and everyday goods. In this episode, we’re diving into how Trump’s tariffs...Trump’s Tariffs: What It Means for Preppers | Episode 348 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1572false348fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/jack-of-all-trades-episode-347--64167577Jack of All Trades | Episode 347 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8467Mon, 03 Feb 2025 13:00:10 +0000James Burnette    Jack of All Trades | Episode 347 In a world where specialization is the norm, being a jack of all trades is often undervalued. But for preppers, homesteaders, and self-reliant individuals, having a broad skill set is a game-changer. This week...Jack of All Trades | Episode 347 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1551false347fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/survival-on-vacation-episode-346--64081214Survival on Vacation | Episode 346 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8463Fri, 31 Jan 2025 13:00:31 +0000James Burnette    Survival on Vacation | Episode 346 Going on vacation should be relaxing, but for preppers and survivalists, it’s also an opportunity to think ahead and stay prepared. Today, we’re diving into the essentials of staying safe while traveling....Survival on Vacation | Episode 346 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1358falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prepping-for-kids-episode-345--64039658Prepping for Kids | Episode 345 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8458Thu, 30 Jan 2025 13:00:46 +0000James Burnette  Prepping for Kids | Episode 345 Teaching Kids Survival Skills, Food Storage, and Meeting Their Unique Needs Preparing for emergencies takes on a whole new dimension when you’re prepping for kids. Not only do you need to think about their physical...Prepping for Kids | Episode 345 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1581false345fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/shade-tolerant-edible-plants-for-your-garden-episode-344--63994356Shade-Tolerant Edible Plants for Your Garden| Episode 344 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8450Wed, 29 Jan 2025 13:00:02 +0000James Burnette    Shade-Tolerant Edible Plants for Your Garden| Episode 344 Gardening in shaded areas might seem like a challenge, but it’s entirely possible to grow a thriving garden with the right plants. Whether your yard has dappled sunlight or full shade,...Shade-Tolerant Edible Plants for Your Garden| Episode 344 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1552false344fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prepping-for-your-pets-episode-343--63960687Prepping for Your Pets| episode 343 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8447Tue, 28 Jan 2025 13:00:11 +0000James Burnette      Prepping for Your Pets| episode 343 When we think of prepping, our minds often go to food, water, and supplies for our families—but what about our pets? Our furry, feathered, or scaly friends rely on us to ensure they’re safe and cared for, even...Prepping for Your Pets| episode 343 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1520false343fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/planning-your-spring-garden-episode-342--63931738Planning Your Spring Garden | Episode 342 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8444Mon, 27 Jan 2025 13:00:39 +0000James Burnette    Planning Your Spring Garden | Episode 342 Spring may still be a few months away, but now is the perfect time to start planning your garden. By preparing early, you can ensure a productive and enjoyable growing season. Why Plan Now? Getting a head...Planning Your Spring Garden | Episode 342 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1498false342fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/emergency-water-storage-and-purification-episode-341--63874565Emergency Water Storage and Purification | Episode 341 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8440Fri, 24 Jan 2025 13:00:02 +0000James Burnette    Emergency Water Storage and Purification | Episode 341 Water is the foundation of survival. You can go weeks without food, but without water, you’re in serious trouble within days. In this episode, we’ll dive into the essentials of emergency water...Emergency Water Storage and Purification | Episode 341 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1639false341fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/staying-warm-while-working-outdoors-in-the-cold-episode-340--63846093Staying Warm While Working Outdoors in the Cold | Episode 340 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8436Thu, 23 Jan 2025 13:00:52 +0000James Burnette      Staying Warm While Working Outdoors in the Cold | Episode 340 Working outdoors in cold weather can be challenging, but with the right preparation and gear, you can stay warm and safe. In this episode, we’re tackling the essentials of staying...Staying Warm While Working Outdoors in the Cold | Episode 340 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1862false340fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/embracing-or-avoiding-technology-on-the-homestead-episode-339--63815505Embracing or Avoiding Technology on the Homestead | episode 339 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8432Wed, 22 Jan 2025 13:00:37 +0000James Burnette    Embracing or Avoiding Technology on the Homestead | episode 339 When it comes to homesteading, the debate between using technology or going low-tech is a common one. Both approaches have their benefits and drawbacks, and finding the right balance...Embracing or Avoiding Technology on the Homestead | episode 339 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1757false339fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/trump-inauguration-2025-episode-338--63782034Trump Inauguration 2025 | Episode 338 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8428Tue, 21 Jan 2025 13:00:13 +0000James Burnette    Trump Inauguration 2025 | Episode 338 As Donald Trump takes office for his second term, the prepper and survivalist community is buzzing with discussions about what his presidency could mean for the country. In Episode 338, we break down the key...Trump Inauguration 2025 | Episode 338 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1536false338fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/making-money-on-a-homestead-and-online-part-2-episode-337--63763063Making Money on a Homestead and Online Part 2 | Episode 337 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8425Mon, 20 Jan 2025 13:00:49 +0000James Burnette    Making Money on a Homestead and Online Part 2 | Episode 337 In this second installment of our series on making money from a homestead or online ventures, we’re diving into creative ideas that push the boundaries of traditional thinking. From...Making Money on a Homestead and Online Part 2 | Episode 337 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1398false337fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/making-money-on-a-homestead-and-online-part-1-episode-336--63726400Making Money on a Homestead and Online Part 1 | Episode 336 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8421Fri, 17 Jan 2025 13:16:32 +0000James Burnette    Making Money on a Homestead and Online Part 1 | Episode 336 Turning your homestead into a source of income is a dream for many, but it’s not always as simple as it seems. In this two-part series, we’ll explore how to make money both on and off the...Making Money on a Homestead and Online Part 1 | Episode 336 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1724false336fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/canning-confidence-don-t-let-fear-ruin-your-pantry-episode-335--63714304Canning Confidence: Don’t Let Fear Ruin Your Pantry | Episode 335 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8417Thu, 16 Jan 2025 13:00:29 +0000James Burnette    Canning Confidence: Don’t Let Fear Ruin Your Pantry | Episode 335 In a Facebook group post, a man shared how comments from a canning discussion left him so alarmed that he considered throwing away all his home-canned goods and dedicating a year to...Canning Confidence: Don’t Let Fear Ruin Your Pantry | Episode 335 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1537false335fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/california-wildfires-episode-334--63699716California Wildfires | Episode 334 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8414Wed, 15 Jan 2025 13:00:56 +0000James Burnette  California Wildfires | Episode 334 The Palisades wildfire has drawn significant attention as it rages through the iconic hills of California. Its impact serves as a stark reminder of the challenges wildfires pose, particularly in densely populated...California Wildfires | Episode 334 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1596false334fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-there-fewer-deer-to-hunt-now-episode-333--63711453Are There Fewer Deer to Hunt Now? | episode 333 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8409Tue, 14 Jan 2025 13:00:59 +0000James Burnette  Are There Fewer Deer to Hunt Now? | episode 333 As a prepper, and one day hunter,  understanding changes in wildlife populations and hunting trends is crucial for ensuring long-term food security. This blog post explores the state of deer...Are There Fewer Deer to Hunt Now? | episode 333 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1475false333fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lessons-from-historical-disasters-episode-323--63674686Lessons from Historical Disasters| episode 323 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8405Mon, 13 Jan 2025 13:00:54 +0000James Burnette    Lessons from Historical Disasters| episode 323 History is rich with lessons from disasters, showing us what it takes to endure the worst situations. Survivors of events like hurricanes, wars, and economic collapses often share common factors that...Lessons from Historical Disasters| episode 323 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1600false323fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/winter-snow-survival-201-episode-322--63626692Winter Snow Survival 201 | Episode 322 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8401Thu, 09 Jan 2025 15:39:44 +0000James Burnette    Winter Snow Survival 201 | Episode 322 For seasoned preppers, winter brings unique challenges and opportunities. In this episode, Winter Snow Survival 201, we’re diving into what it means to prep for winter from an experienced perspective,...Winter Snow Survival 201 | Episode 322 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1608falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-disaster-matrix-prioritizing-threats-like-a-pro-episode-321--63612321The Disaster Matrix: Prioritizing Threats Like a Pro | episode 321 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8396Wed, 08 Jan 2025 13:00:52 +0000James BurnetteThe Disaster Matrix: Prioritizing Threats Like a Pro | episode 321 When it comes to prepping, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the sheer number of potential threats. From natural disasters to economic collapse, the list feels endless. But what if there...The Disaster Matrix: Prioritizing Threats Like a Pro | episode 321 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1634false321fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/off-grid-cooking-grills-camp-stoves-and-fuel-storage-episode-320--63600340Off-Grid Cooking: Grills, Camp Stoves, and Fuel Storage | episode 320 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8391Tue, 07 Jan 2025 13:00:48 +0000James Burnette    Off-Grid Cooking: Grills, Camp Stoves, and Fuel Storage | episode 320 When the grid goes down, cooking doesn’t have to stop. Whether it’s a power outage or an off-grid adventure, having reliable cooking methods is essential. Let’s break down two...Off-Grid Cooking: Grills, Camp Stoves, and Fuel Storage | episode 320 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1514false320fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/when-is-enough-enough-finding-the-balance-in-prepping-episode-319--63590136When is Enough Enough? – Finding the Balance in Prepping | episode 319 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8385Mon, 06 Jan 2025 13:00:52 +0000James Burnette    When is Enough Enough? – Finding the Balance in Prepping | episode 319 Prepping is all about being ready for whatever life throws your way, but at what point do you stop adding to your stockpile? It’s a question many preppers face – can you ever...When is Enough Enough? – Finding the Balance in Prepping | episode 319 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1290false319fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unexpected-prepping-items-you-need-in-your-kit-episode-318--63559866Unexpected Prepping Items You Need in Your Kit | episode  318 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8379Fri, 03 Jan 2025 15:40:15 +0000James BurnetteHi unexpected prepping items    Unexpected Prepping Items You Need in Your Kit | episode  318 When you think of prepping, canned goods, water filters, and first aid kits probably come to mind. But what about zip ties and baking soda? Sometimes the...Unexpected Prepping Items You Need in Your Kit | episode  318 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1725falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-losing-weight-is-a-game-changer-for-preppers-episode-317--63545860Why Losing Weight is a Game-Changer for Preppers | episode 317 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8372Thu, 02 Jan 2025 15:19:20 +0000James Burnette      Why Losing Weight is a Game-Changer for Preppers | episode 317 The new year is the perfect time to set goals, and for many preppers, getting in better shape should be at the top of the list. Beyond the obvious health benefits, shedding extra...Why Losing Weight is a Game-Changer for Preppers | episode 317 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1679falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/kickstart-2025-essential-prepper-goals-for-the-new-year-episode-316--63535081Kickstart 2025: Essential Prepper Goals for the New Year | episode 316 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8368Wed, 01 Jan 2025 14:41:48 +0000James Burnette      Kickstart 2025: Essential Prepper Goals for the New Year | episode 316 Inventory Check Before diving into new projects, take stock of what you already have. Go through your food storage, medical supplies, and gear. Check expiration dates,...Kickstart 2025: Essential Prepper Goals for the New Year | episode 316 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1502falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/2024-rewind-episode-315--635303682024 Rewind | episode 315 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8364Tue, 31 Dec 2024 22:13:03 +0000James Burnette    2024 Rewind: 86 Episodes Later – The Year in Survival and Prepping | episode 315 This year was a wild ride, and coming back to podcasting felt like stepping into familiar territory – but with a lot more energy. After 86 episodes, I can confidently...2024 Rewind | episode 315 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1639falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-5-skills-every-prepper-should-master-in-2025-episode-314--63517485The 5 Skills Every Prepper Should Master in 2025 | episode 314 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8357Mon, 30 Dec 2024 15:23:49 +0000James Burnette  The 5 Skills Every Prepper Should Master in 2025 | episode 314 Survival isn’t just about having the best gear – it’s about honing the skills that will keep you alive when things go sideways. As we head into 2025, uncertainty feels like the new...The 5 Skills Every Prepper Should Master in 2025 | episode 314 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1607falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lost-jobs-of-the-past-and-how-to-stay-ahead-episode-313--63476546Lost Jobs of the Past and How to Stay Ahead | episode 313 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8345Thu, 26 Dec 2024 14:08:33 +0000James Burnette      Lost Jobs of the Past and How to Stay Ahead | episode 310 The Forgotten Professions In the dim streets of Victorian London, lamplighters once roamed, bringing light to the night by igniting street lamps one by one. Switchboard operators...Lost Jobs of the Past and How to Stay Ahead | episode 313 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1608falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/merry-christmas-episode-312--63469302Merry Christmas | episode 312 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8343Wed, 25 Dec 2024 13:00:33 +0000James Burnette    Merry Christmas | episode 312 Christmas Past Before Charles Dickens penned A Christmas Carol in 1843, Christmas wasn’t the festive, family-centered holiday we know today. In fact, the celebration of Christmas had been on the decline in England....Merry Christmas | episode 312 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1389false312fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/conspiracy-round-table-special-episode-311--63474700Conspiracy Round Table Special | episode 311 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8350Tue, 24 Dec 2024 13:00:02 +0000James BurnetteDon’t Forget To use discount code CHRISTMAS for $30 for 1 year of Survival Punk Army and it will renew for life at $30 Conspiracy Round Table Special | episode 311   A Christmas Eve Rerun: Conspiracy Theories with James and Mike Hey everyone, I hope...Conspiracy Round Table Special | episode 311 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>3615false311fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/is-buying-canned-goods-as-good-as-home-preservation-episode-310--63447212Is Buying Canned Goods As Good As Home Preservation | episode 310 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8340Mon, 23 Dec 2024 13:00:10 +0000James Burnette  Don’t Forget To use discount code CHRISTMAS for $30 for 1 year of Survival Punk Army and it will renew for life at $30 Is Buying Canned Goods As Good As Home Preservation | episode 310 When it comes to long-term food storage, many preppers face the...Is Buying Canned Goods As Good As Home Preservation | episode 310 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1620false310fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/applying-the-wizard-s-first-rule-to-your-prepper-life-episode-309--63415529Applying the Wizard’s First Rule to Your Prepper Life | episode 309 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8335Fri, 20 Dec 2024 13:00:40 +0000James Burnette        Applying the Wizard’s First Rule to Your Prepper Life| episode 309   The Wizard’s First Rule, introduced in Terry Goodkind’s Sword of Truth series, is a profound piece of wisdom that can be a game-changer for preppers. While the book series...Applying the Wizard’s First Rule to Your Prepper Life | episode 309 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1585falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/biden-running-amok-episode-308--63392186Biden Running Amok | episode 308 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8330Thu, 19 Dec 2024 13:00:41 +0000James Burnette      Don’t Forget To use discount code CHRISTMAS for $30 for 1 year of Survival Punk Army and it will renew for life at $30 Biden Running Amok | episode 308   As President Biden’s term winds down, a whirlwind of controversial decisions has left the...Biden Running Amok | episode 308 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1540false308fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/be-your-own-mechanic-episode-307--63373636Be Your Own Mechanic | episode 307 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8327Wed, 18 Dec 2024 13:00:05 +0000James Burnette  Don’t Forget To use discount code CHRISTMAS for $30 for 1 year of Survival Punk Army and it will renew for life at $30 Be Your Own Mechanic | episode 307 In today’s world, relying on auto shops for even the smallest repairs can drain your wallet....Be Your Own Mechanic | episode 307 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1567false307fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/food-preservation-methods-around-the-world-episode-306--63352856Food Preservation Methods Around The World | episode 306 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8322Tue, 17 Dec 2024 13:00:40 +0000James Burnette      Don’t Forget To use discount code CHRISTMAS for $30 for 1 year of Survival Punk Army and it will renew for life at $30 Food Preservation Methods Around The World | episode 306   Preserving food has always been essential for survival and culture,...Food Preservation Methods Around The World | episode 306 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1749false306fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/mysterious-drones-episode-305--63337763Mysterious Drones | episode 305 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8318Mon, 16 Dec 2024 13:00:16 +0000James BurnetteDon’t Forget To use discount code CHRISTMAS for $30 for 1 year of Survival Punk Army and it will renew for life at $30 Mysterious Drones | episode 305   In recent weeks, reports of unidentified drones have stirred curiosity and concern in New Jersey....Mysterious Drones | episode 305 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1373false305fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ai-for-business-and-fun-episode-304--63301686AI for Business and Fun | episode 304 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8315Fri, 13 Dec 2024 13:00:59 +0000James Burnette      AI for Business and Fun | episode 304   Artificial intelligence is no longer just a futuristic buzzword—it’s here, and it’s reshaping how we work and play. On this episode, we dive into how AI can be a game-changer for both business and personal...AI for Business and Fun | episode 304 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1759false304fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/getting-cheap-meat-for-canning-episode-303--63284018Getting Cheap Meat for Canning | episode 303 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8310Thu, 12 Dec 2024 13:00:28 +0000James Burnette  Getting Cheap Meat for Canning | episode 303   In this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we explore how to stock your pantry with affordable, high-quality meat for canning. Whether you’re preparing for emergencies or just stretching your food...Getting Cheap Meat for Canning | episode 303 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>983false303fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/survival-lessons-from-the-amish-episode-302--63266926Survival Lessons From The Amish | episode 302 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8306Wed, 11 Dec 2024 13:47:27 +0000James Burnette      Survival Lessons From The Amish | episode 302     The Amish have lived sustainably and self-reliantly for centuries, offering valuable lessons to preppers and survivalists. By examining their approach to farming, food preservation, and...Survival Lessons From The Amish | episode 302 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1548false302fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/unpacking-the-healthcare-ceo-assassination-episode-301--63252852Unpacking the Healthcare CEO Assassination | episode 301 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8301Tue, 10 Dec 2024 13:00:35 +0000James Burnette      Unpacking the Healthcare CEO Assassination | episode 301 The recent assassination of a prominent healthcare CEO has sparked shockwaves across the nation. This unprecedented event has not only ignited debates about security but has also raised...Unpacking the Healthcare CEO Assassination | episode 301 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1440false301fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/celebrating-300-episodes-of-survival-punk-episode-300--63238332Celebrating 300 Episodes of Survival Punk! | episode 300 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8296Mon, 09 Dec 2024 13:00:05 +0000James Burnette        Celebrating 300 Episodes of Survival Punk! Welcome to the 300th episode of the Survival Punk Podcast! Today, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve been on together. From humble beginnings to becoming a vibrant...Celebrating 300 Episodes of Survival Punk! | episode 300 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1528false300fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/top-5-natural-remedies-for-wellness-episode-299--63187732Top 5 Natural Remedies for Wellness | episode 299 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8291Fri, 06 Dec 2024 13:00:36 +0000James Burnette        Top 5 Natural Remedies for Wellness When it comes to staying healthy and prepared, natural remedies are an excellent addition to your toolkit. In this episode, we explore five powerful, tried-and-true remedies that preppers and wellness...Top 5 Natural Remedies for Wellness | episode 299 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1702false299fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/homemade-christmas-gifts-thoughtful-and-practical-episode-298--63165646Homemade Christmas Gifts: Thoughtful and Practical | episode 298 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8286Thu, 05 Dec 2024 13:00:14 +0000James Burnette      Homemade Christmas Gifts: Thoughtful and Practical | episode 298 In an age of commercialization, homemade Christmas gifts are a meaningful way to share the joy of the season. They’re not only budget-friendly but also filled with heart and...Homemade Christmas Gifts: Thoughtful and Practical | episode 298 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1464false298fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/times-prepping-has-saved-the-day-episode-296--63126628Times Prepping Has Saved the Day | episode 296 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8274Tue, 03 Dec 2024 13:00:21 +0000James Burnette      Times Prepping Has Saved the Day | episode 296   Prepping isn’t just about preparing for the end of the world—it’s about everyday readiness for the unexpected. Whether it’s a small inconvenience or a major crisis, being prepared can make all the...Times Prepping Has Saved the Day | episode 296 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1441false296fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/skills-vs-stuff-the-essential-prepper-debate-episode-295--63104852Skills vs. Stuff: The Essential Prepper Debate | episode 295 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8222Mon, 02 Dec 2024 13:00:46 +0000James Burnette      Skills vs. Stuff: The Essential Prepper Debate | episode 295   When it comes to prepping, the debate of skills versus gear often arises. Having the latest and greatest survival tools is great, but if you don’t know how to use them, they’re just...Skills vs. Stuff: The Essential Prepper Debate | episode 295 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1645false295fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/black-friday-for-preppers-episode-294--63059724Black Friday For Preppers | episode 294 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8215Fri, 29 Nov 2024 13:00:05 +0000James Burnette      Black Friday Deals for Preppers and Survivalists Black Friday is a golden opportunity for preppers to stock up on vital gear and supplies while saving money. If you’ve been waiting to enhance your readiness, this shopping season offers discounts...Black Friday For Preppers | episode 294 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1678false294fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/thanksgiving-during-ww2-episode-293--63045665Thanksgiving During WW2 | episode 293 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8209Thu, 28 Nov 2024 13:00:08 +0000James Burnette      Thanksgiving During WW2 | episode 293     Thanksgiving during World War II was a testament to the resilience and adaptability of Americans on the homefront. Even in times of great hardship, the holiday remained a cherished tradition, though it...Thanksgiving During WW2 | episode 293 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1565false293fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/thoughts-on-city-prepping-episode-292--63029915Thoughts On City Prepping | episode 292 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8203Wed, 27 Nov 2024 13:00:58 +0000James Burnette    Thoughts On City Prepping | episode 292   Prepping in the city comes with unique challenges, but it’s not impossible. While rural areas might seem ideal for self-reliance, millions of people live in urban environments and need practical strategies...Thoughts On City Prepping | episode 292 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1603false292fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keeping-your-house-warm-episode-291--63013042Keeping Your House Warm | episode 291 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8199Tue, 26 Nov 2024 13:00:09 +0000James Burnette    Keeping Your House Warm | episode 291   Winter can be challenging, especially when the power goes out and temperatures drop. Staying warm isn’t just about comfort—it’s also a matter of safety. Let’s explore some practical ways to keep your home...Keeping Your House Warm | episode 291 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1542false291fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-bad-times-coming-episode-290--62999791Are Bad Times Coming | episode 290 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8193Mon, 25 Nov 2024 13:00:19 +0000James Burnette    Are Bad Times Coming  | episode 290   The Long History of Prepping For decades, people have been preparing for major societal collapse. From Cold War bomb shelters to today’s preppers stocking up on food and gear, the fear of impending disaster...Are Bad Times Coming | episode 290 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1351false290fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/yes-you-can-move-to-a-better-place-episode-289--62975530Yes You Can Move To A Better Place | episode 289 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8185Fri, 22 Nov 2024 13:00:25 +0000James Burnette    Yes You Can Move To A Better Place | episode 289   The idea of moving to a new place for a better life can seem overwhelming, but the truth is, it’s entirely possible. Whether you’re looking for more opportunities, greater safety, or simply a...Yes You Can Move To A Better Place | episode 289 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1652falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-they-staging-an-alien-invasion-episode-288--62954603Are They Staging An Alien Invasion? | episode 288 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8180Thu, 21 Nov 2024 13:00:39 +0000James Burnette      Are They Staging An Alien Invasion? | episode 288   Recent developments have left many questioning whether the government—or a powerful global elite—is preparing the stage for an alien invasion, real or otherwise. From congressional hearings on...Are They Staging An Alien Invasion? | episode 288 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1556false288fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-make-your-home-a-hard-target-episode-287--62869372How To Make Your Home A Hard Target | episode 287 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8174Wed, 20 Nov 2024 13:00:26 +0000James Burnette        How To Make Your Home A Hard Target | episode 287   In uncertain times, ensuring your home is a hard target can deter unwanted attention and provide a sense of security for you and your family. Whether you’re preparing for everyday safety or a...How To Make Your Home A Hard Target | episode 287 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1514false287fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ammo-storage-episode-286--62813105Ammo Storage | episode 286 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8172Tue, 19 Nov 2024 13:00:07 +0000James Burnette    Ammo Storage | episode 286   When it comes to prepping, ammo is often at the top of the list for those concerned about self-defense or hunting in an emergency. While having a well-stocked ammo supply is important, it’s essential to take a balanced...Ammo Storage | episode 286 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1621false286fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/easy-water-storage-episode-285--62767312Easy Water Storage | episode 285 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8167Sat, 16 Nov 2024 13:00:31 +0000James Burnette      Easy Water Storage | episode 285   Water is one of the most crucial resources in any emergency or survival situation. Having a reliable water storage plan ensures you and your family can remain hydrated and maintain basic sanitation when normal...Easy Water Storage | episode 285 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1723false285fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/don-t-let-yourself-go-to-the-crazy-place-episode-284--62753341Don’t Let Yourself Go To The Crazy Place | episode 284 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8162Fri, 15 Nov 2024 13:00:32 +0000James Burnette      Don’t Let Yourself Go To The Crazy Place | episode 284   In the world of prepping, it’s easy to slide from being prepared to feeling paranoid. Prepping has an important purpose: to ensure we’re ready to face unexpected events. But sometimes, in...Don’t Let Yourself Go To The Crazy Place | episode 284 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1681false284fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/testing-your-preps-episode-283--62737640Testing Your Preps | episode 283 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8157Thu, 14 Nov 2024 13:00:33 +0000James Burnette        Testing Your Preps | episode 283   In a survival situation, knowing how to use your gear can be the difference between comfort and struggle—or even life and death. Simply stashing items in a bug-out bag without testing them can lead to...Testing Your Preps | episode 283 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1629false283fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bugging-out-vs-bugging-in-episode-282--62718589Bugging Out Vs Bugging In | episode 282 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8154Wed, 13 Nov 2024 13:00:41 +0000James Burnette        Bugging Out Vs Bugging In | episode 282 When it comes to prepping and survival planning, one of the biggest decisions is whether to bug out or bug in. Each option has its pros and cons, and your choice can impact your chances of long-term...Bugging Out Vs Bugging In | episode 282 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1275false282fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/pay-yourself-first-episode-281--62705207Pay Yourself First | episode 281 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8151Tue, 12 Nov 2024 13:00:16 +0000James Burnette      Pay Yourself First | episode 281 In today’s episode, we’re diving into the concept of “Paying Yourself First,” a powerful lesson from Robert Kiyosaki’s book, Rich Dad Poor Dad. While many of us were taught to cover our bills and expenses first,...Pay Yourself First | episode 281 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1441false281fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/homemade-mres-episode-280--62690848Homemade MREs | episode 280 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8146Mon, 11 Nov 2024 13:00:32 +0000James Burnette  Homemade MREs | episode 280     In this podcast episode, we’re diving into the world of homemade MREs (Meals Ready to Eat)—an easy, customizable, and cost-effective way to bring durable meals on the go, whether you’re camping, hiking, or simply...Homemade MREs | episode 280 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1583false280fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/homemade-camping-meals-part-1-episode-279--62665446Homemade Camping Meals Part 1 | episode 279 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8142Fri, 08 Nov 2024 13:00:13 +0000James Burnette      Homemade Camping Meals Part 1 | episode 279 In today’s podcast episode, we’re talking all about preparing your own camping meals—an excellent way to enjoy nutritious, tasty food on your adventures without the need to rely on store-bought...Homemade Camping Meals Part 1 | episode 279 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1622false279fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/thoughts-on-homeschooling-episode-278--62652354Thoughts On Homeschooling | episode 278 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8138Thu, 07 Nov 2024 13:00:35 +0000James Burnette    Thoughts On Homeschooling | episode 278   In our latest podcast episode, we’re exploring why more families are considering homeschooling as an alternative to public school. Concerns about violence, curriculum quality, and the need for...Thoughts On Homeschooling | episode 278 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1704false278fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preparing-for-civil-unrest-episode-277--62639585Preparing For Civil Unrest | episode 277 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8135Wed, 06 Nov 2024 13:00:32 +0000James Burnette      Preparing For Civil Unrest | episode 277   In times of uncertainty, preparation is key, and civil unrest can bring unique challenges. In our latest podcast episode, we discuss practical tips for ensuring your safety and peace of mind during...Preparing For Civil Unrest | episode 277 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1549false277fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/election-day-and-beyond-episode-276--62622221Election Day And Beyond | episode 276 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8128Tue, 05 Nov 2024 13:00:31 +0000James Burnette    Election Day And Beyond | episode 276  Election Day is upon us, and as citizens, we are faced with a crucial question: should we even bother to vote? The truth is, every vote counts, and your voice matters. Regardless of which candidate you...Election Day And Beyond | episode 276 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1591false276fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dealing-with-predatory-preppers-episode-275--62605999Dealing With Predatory Preppers | episode 275 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8122Mon, 04 Nov 2024 13:00:17 +0000James Burnette    Dealing With Predatory Preppers | episode 275   In the latest podcast episode, we tackle a crucial issue for those in the preparedness community: dealing with “predatory preppers.” These individuals don’t stockpile or plan to sustain themselves...Dealing With Predatory Preppers | episode 275 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1577false275fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/situational-awareness-tips-episode-274--62581014Situational Awareness Tips | episode 274 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8117Fri, 01 Nov 2024 12:00:14 +0000James Burnette    Situational Awareness Tips | episode 274   In today’s world, staying situationally aware is more important than ever. In this episode, we’ll go over three key practices for increasing your awareness: avoiding constant phone use, being mindful with...Situational Awareness Tips | episode 274 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1496false274fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/survival-lessons-from-zombies-episode-273--62567826Survival Lessons From Zombies | episode 273 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8112Thu, 31 Oct 2024 12:00:54 +0000James Burnette    Survival Lessons From Zombies | episode 273   In our latest podcast episode, we explore valuable survival lessons inspired by zombie movies. While these films are fictional, the scenarios often highlight practical advice that applies to real-world...Survival Lessons From Zombies | episode 273 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1598false273fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/survival-guns-101-episode-272--62554984Survival Guns 101 | episode 272 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8106Wed, 30 Oct 2024 12:00:30 +0000James Burnette        Survival Guns 101 | episode 272   In our latest podcast episode, we cover an important topic for anyone serious about preparedness: the four types of guns every survivalist should consider owning. Whether you’re planning for self-defense,...Survival Guns 101 | episode 272 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1580false272fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/long-term-food-storage-episode-271--62541562Long Term Food Storage | episode 271 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8102Tue, 29 Oct 2024 12:00:53 +0000James Burnette    Long Term Food Storage | episode 271   In our latest podcast episode, we explore the essentials of long-term food storage, focusing on practical ways to store staple foods like rice and beans, as well as the benefits of freeze-dried options....Long Term Food Storage | episode 271 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1588false271fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/defining-a-shtf-episode-270--62528796Defining A SHTF | episode 270 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8097Mon, 28 Oct 2024 12:00:28 +0000James Burnette    Defining A SHTF | episode 270   In our latest podcast episode, we tackle a crucial topic for preppers and anyone who wants to be prepared: defining what a SHTF (Shit Hit The Fan) event actually means. We delve into what constitutes a true crisis...Defining A SHTF | episode 270 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1442false270fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/3-food-preservation-methods-episode-269--625008523 Food Preservation Methods | episode 269 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8090Fri, 25 Oct 2024 12:00:45 +0000James Burnette    3 Food Preservation Methods | episode 269   In our latest podcast episode, we dive into three practical and time-tested food preservation methods: waxing cheese, dehydrating, and canning. These techniques have been used for generations, helping...3 Food Preservation Methods | episode 269 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1535false269fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/investing-in-silver-episode-268--62487526Investing In Silver | episode 268 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8086Thu, 24 Oct 2024 12:00:31 +0000James Burnette      Investing In Silver | Episode 268   For many preppers, investing in silver is a practical strategy to safeguard against economic instability. While gold often grabs the spotlight, silver offers a more affordable, tangible asset that has shown...Investing In Silver | episode 268 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1467false268fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-tribute-to-ron-hood-episode-267--62473188A Tribute To Ron Hood | episode 267 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8081Wed, 23 Oct 2024 12:00:03 +0000James Burnette    A Tribute To Ron Hood | episode 267 Today’s episode is a bit different, it’s a tribute to survivalist Ron Hood. Ron passed away June 22, 2011. It may seem odd to make a tribute to a man who died 13 years ago. But only if you haven’t followed his...A Tribute To Ron Hood | episode 267 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1457false267fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/military-authorized-to-use-lethal-force-episode-266--62462389Military Authorized To Use Lethal Force | episode 266 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8076Tue, 22 Oct 2024 12:00:36 +0000James Burnette    Military Authorized To Use Lethal Force | Episode 266 Join me today as I discuss whether the military is authorized to use lethal force on US citizens. If you read DOD DIRECTIVE 5240.01 to sum it up the answer would be yes.  I saw this pop-up on...Military Authorized To Use Lethal Force | episode 266 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1419false266fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/build-your-edc-kit-right-episode-265--62437839Build Your EDC Kit Right | episode 265 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8070Mon, 21 Oct 2024 12:00:34 +0000James Burnette    Build Your EDC Kit Right | episode 265   Welcome to our latest podcast episode, where we dive deep into the world of Everyday Carry (EDC). Whether you’re a seasoned enthusiast or just starting to build your EDC kit, this episode will cover...Build Your EDC Kit Right | episode 265 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1510false265fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/medical-preps-for-shtf-episode-264--62410519Medical Preps For SHTF |episode 264 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8065Fri, 18 Oct 2024 12:00:07 +0000James Burnette    Medical Preps For SHTF | episode  264   When preparing for a potential SHTF  scenario, one crucial area that’s often overlooked is medical preparedness. Having enough medication and supplies to manage health conditions is essential, as access to...Medical Preps For SHTF |episode 264 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1764false264fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/yard-sales-for-survival-gear-episode-263--62398066Yard Sales For Survival Gear | episode 263 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8061Thu, 17 Oct 2024 12:00:05 +0000James Burnetten me    Yard Sales For Survival Gear | episode 263 Join me today as I discuss how Yard sales can be a treasure trove for those who love to hunt for bargains, especially when it comes to finding survival gear. Whether you’re preparing for outdoor...Yard Sales For Survival Gear | episode 263 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1258false263fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/so-you-want-to-barter-episode-262--62384188So You Want To Barter? | episode 262 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8057Wed, 16 Oct 2024 12:00:41 +0000James Burnette  So You Want To Barter? | episode 262   So You Want to Barter: Tips to Get Started In this episode of our podcast, “So You Want to Barter,” we dive into the age-old practice of trading goods and services. Bartering isn’t just a thing of the past;...So You Want To Barter? | episode 262 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1616false262fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/winter-is-coming-episode-261--62372797Winter Is Coming | episode 261 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8054Tue, 15 Oct 2024 12:00:07 +0000James Burnette    Winter Is Coming | episode 261     In this episode of our podcast, “Winter Is Coming,” we discuss essential tips for getting ready for the colder months. As the days grow shorter and temperatures start to drop, it’s crucial to prepare your garden,...Winter Is Coming | episode 261 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1454false261fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/ways-of-stopping-blood-loss-episode-260--62349532Ways of Stopping Blood Loss | episode 260 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8051Sun, 13 Oct 2024 12:00:38 +0000James Burnette    Ways of Stopping Blood Loss | episode 260   Join me today as I discuss ways of stopping blood loss. When it comes to building my first aid kits, my philosophy has always been to prioritize stopping blood loss. If we can stop blood loss from...Ways of Stopping Blood Loss | episode 260 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1512false260fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tips-on-dealing-with-expired-food-episode-259--62342916Tips On Dealing With Expired Food | episode 259 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8048Sat, 12 Oct 2024 13:32:47 +0000James Burnette      Tips On Dealing With Expired Food | episode 259   Dealing With Expired Food: What You Need to Know In this episode of our podcast, Dealing With Expired Food, we tackle a common household issue: what to do with food that’s past its expiration...Tips On Dealing With Expired Food | episode 259 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1644false259fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/hiding-your-garden-episode-258--62331462Hiding Your Garden | episode 258 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8045Fri, 11 Oct 2024 12:00:17 +0000James Burnette      Hiding Your Garden | episode 258 Join me today as I discuss the nonsense of hiding your garden. This episode will not teach you how to hide your garden. It will teach you why that’s the wrong approach.  I came across this idea on Facebook. Some...Hiding Your Garden | episode 258 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1352false258fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/5-nonfiction-survival-books-episode-257--623121695 Nonfiction Survival Books | episode 257 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8039Thu, 10 Oct 2024 12:00:01 +0000James Burnette      5 Nonfiction Survival Books | episode 257   Join me today as I discuss 5 Nonfiction Survival books to check out. I give a definitive one for some of the books; others are a category you need to fill. When it comes to a straight Survival Book I...5 Nonfiction Survival Books | episode 257 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1571false257fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prepping-for-events-episode-256--62298709Prepping For Events | episode 256 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8035Wed, 09 Oct 2024 12:00:46 +0000James Burnette      Prepping For Events | episode 256 Join me today as I discuss prepping for events and why I don’t think you should. I do not think it is a good idea to focus on a specific event when you are prepping.  If you put all your effort into an event it...Prepping For Events | episode 256 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1651falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-thoughts-on-the-self-reliance-festival-episode-255--62284243My Thoughts On The Self Reliance Festival | episode 255 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8028Tue, 08 Oct 2024 12:00:04 +0000James Burnette        My Thoughts On The Self Reliance Festival | episode 255 Join me today as I talk about my thoughts on the self reliance festival. My family and I just returned from this year’s self-reliance festival in Camden Tennessee at the SOE compound. We...My Thoughts On The Self Reliance Festival | episode 255 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1677false255fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/scavenging-vs-looting-episode-254--62269534Scavenging vs Looting | episode 254 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8023Mon, 07 Oct 2024 12:00:34 +0000James Burnette          Scavenging vs Looting | Episode 254 Join me today as I talk all about scavenging vs looting. I recently saw this post on Facebook that said when is it ok to start looting. The poster was speaking about after the SHTF. But the post definitely...Scavenging vs Looting | episode 254 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1482false254fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-thoughts-on-being-sober-11-years-episode-253--62230818My Thoughts On Being Sober 11 Years | episode 253 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8019Fri, 04 Oct 2024 12:00:48 +0000James Burnette    My Thoughts On Being Sober 11 Years | Episode 253 Today’s episode is going to be special. I’m going to share my thoughts about being sober for 11 years. This episode might not be for everyone. And that’s ok. I think there are some things in here...My Thoughts On Being Sober 11 Years | episode 253 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1473false253fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-survival-gatherings-are-great-episode-252--62208681Why Survival Gatherings Are Great | episode 252 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8011Thu, 03 Oct 2024 12:00:47 +0000James Burnette      Why Survival Gatherings Are Great | episode 252 Join me today as I discuss Survival Gatherings. I struggled with exactly what to call today’s episode. You can refer to these events by many names, but I like to call them survival gatherings. ...Why Survival Gatherings Are Great | episode 252 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1547false252fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/two-drugs-to-store-for-shtf-episode-251--62194494Two Drugs To Store For SHTF | episode 251 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8005Wed, 02 Oct 2024 12:00:41 +0000James Burnette      Two Drugs To Store For SHTF | episode 251   Join me today as I discuss two drugs to store for SHTF. They are Modafinil and Kratom. One is by prescription only and massively over-regulated. You can find the other at just about every gas station...Two Drugs To Store For SHTF | episode 251 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1198false251fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-m-coming-to-your-house-shtf-episode-250--62178367I’m Coming To Your House SHTF | episode 250 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=8001Tue, 01 Oct 2024 12:00:24 +0000James Burnette    I’m Coming To Your House SHTF | episode 250   If you’ve been a prepper very long you have heard I’m coming to your house SHTF. If your friends and family find out that you are a prepper invariable their first response is to tell you that they are...I’m Coming To Your House SHTF | episode 250 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1527false250fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tips-on-finding-your-tribe-episode-249--62163862Tips On Finding Your Tribe | episode 249 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7997Mon, 30 Sep 2024 12:00:07 +0000James Burnette      Tips On Finding Your Tribe | episode 249   In today’s episode, I will talk about finding your tribe. I blatantly stole this topic from Nicole Sauce from the Living Free In Tennessee Podcast. However, it resonated with me. I see a lot of people...Tips On Finding Your Tribe | episode 249 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1601false249fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/keeping-entertained-during-a-shtf-episode-248--62127546Keeping Entertained During A SHTF | episode 248 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7994Fri, 27 Sep 2024 12:00:59 +0000James Burnette    Keeping Entertained During A SHTF | episode 248 Join me today as I discuss ways of Keeping Entertained During A SHTF. And you will definitely need some entertainment during a SHTF. I saw a Facebook post yesterday about this very topic. I had...Keeping Entertained During A SHTF | episode 248 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1674false248fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/top-5-survival-fiction-books-episode-247--62115787Top 5 Survival Fiction Books | episode 247 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7987Thu, 26 Sep 2024 12:00:36 +0000James Burnette      Top 5 Survival Fiction Books | episode 247 Join me today as I discuss the Top 5 Survival fiction books.  This list could get updated soon as I haven’t read one in years. Moreover, now that I’m back podcasting I need to see what’s new.  I’m sure...Top 5 Survival Fiction Books | episode 247 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1654false247fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/prepping-with-kids-episode-246--62102288Prepping With Kids | episode 246 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7984Wed, 25 Sep 2024 12:00:42 +0000James Burnette    Prepping With Kids | episode 246   Join me today as I talk about prepping with kids. This episode is a long time coming. Before I never really felt like I could cover the topic properly. It’s hard to talk about something you don’t have any...Prepping With Kids | episode 246 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1765false246fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/power-options-for-short-term-disasters-episode-245--62090081Power Options For Short Term Disasters | episode 245 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7978Tue, 24 Sep 2024 12:00:59 +0000James Burnette      Power Options For Short Term Disasters | episode 245   Join me today to talk about Power Options For Short Term Disasters. And I do mean short term. The scope of this podcast does not cover TEOTWAWKT. Also, there is no intro on today’s episode....Power Options For Short Term Disasters | episode 245 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1533false245fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/spices-for-your-long-term-storage-episode-244--62079013Spices For Your Long Term Storage | episode 244 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7975Mon, 23 Sep 2024 12:00:00 +0000James Burnette    Spices For Your Long Term Storage | episode 244   Today we are talking about Spices For Your Long Term Storage.  This is the second part of my series of making your preps taste good. If you have just stored rice and beans without the means to...Spices For Your Long Term Storage | episode 244 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1676false244fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/storing-sauces-for-your-preps-episode-243--62055269Storing Sauces For Your Preps | episode 243 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7972Sat, 21 Sep 2024 12:00:24 +0000James Burnette  Storing Sauces For Your Preps | episode 243 Today I’m going to discuss storing sauces for your preps. This might seem like an odd topic at first thought, but makes a lot of sense. Many of the foods that store long term, rice, beans, and pasta, are...Storing Sauces For Your Preps | episode 243 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1735false243fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/reasons-why-you-should-lose-weight-for-survival-episode-242--62042166Reasons Why You Should Lose Weight For Survival | episode 242 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7967Fri, 20 Sep 2024 12:00:25 +0000James Burnette      Reasons Why You Should Lose Weight For Survival | episode 242 Join me today as I discuss the  Reasons Why You Should Lose Weight For Survival. This is a topic near and dear to my heart. I have struggled with my weight most of my adult life. I’m...Reasons Why You Should Lose Weight For Survival | episode 242 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1627false242fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/on-demand-propane-hot-water-heaters-episode-241--62027073On Demand Propane Hot Water Heaters | episode 241 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7963Thu, 19 Sep 2024 11:58:55 +0000James Burnette        On Demand Propane Hot Water Heaters | episode 241   Today’s episode, I talk all about On Demand Propane Hot Water Heaters. If you are planning to live odd grid or simi off grid then you will need a way to have hot water. There are a lot of...On Demand Propane Hot Water Heaters | episode 241 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1656false241fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/second-assassination-attempt-on-trump-episode-239--62011441Second Assassination Attempt On Trump | episode 239 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7959Wed, 18 Sep 2024 12:00:35 +0000James Burnette  Second Assassination Attempt On Trump | episode 239   Today I’m going to share my thoughts on the Second Assassination Attempt On Trump. You will note that the audio is much better in this episode vs the what you have been hearing. I preempted this...Second Assassination Attempt On Trump | episode 239 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1640false239fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-you-should-learn-lockpicking-episode-239--61933358Why You Should Learn Lockpicking | episode 239 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7954Tue, 17 Sep 2024 12:00:48 +0000James Burnette      Why You Should Learn Lockpicking | episode 239   Today we’re talking about why you should learn lockpicking. This is a survival skill that everyone should know. It can be learned in minutes and takes a lifetime to master. Fortunately for us,...Why You Should Learn Lockpicking | episode 239 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1583false239fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/should-you-keep-green-beans-in-your-preps--61830302Should You Keep Green Beans In Your Preps? appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7948Mon, 16 Sep 2024 12:00:56 +0000James Burnette      Should You Keep Green Beans In Your Preps?   Today I’m going to talk about should you keep green beans in your preps. I came across this topic in two places in the same week. I was in a Facebook survival group where someone posted about not...Should You Keep Green Beans In Your Preps? appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1640false238fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/eating-your-preps-what-to-do-with-rice--61824392Eating Your Preps What To Do With Rice appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7943Fri, 13 Sep 2024 12:00:25 +0000James Burnette    Eating Your Preps What To Do With Rice   Join me today as I talk about Eating your preps, what to do with rice. Rice might be the most common food item that many people prep—followed by beans and wheat. But what do you do with all that rice...Eating Your Preps What To Do With Rice appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1608false237fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/30-day-beef-butter-bacon-and-eggs-challenge-results-episode-236--6182439130 Day Beef Butter Bacon And Eggs Challenge Results | episode 236 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7938Thu, 12 Sep 2024 12:00:23 +0000James Burnette        30 Day Beef Butter Bacon And Eggs Challenge Results | episode 236 Today I’m discussing my  30 Day Beef Butter Bacon And Eggs Challenge Results. In August, I took on the challenge. For thirty days I only ate beef, butter, bacon, and eggs.  I...30 Day Beef Butter Bacon And Eggs Challenge Results | episode 236 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1752false236fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/tennessee-is-great-for-preppers-235--61824399Tennessee Is Great For Preppers | 235 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7935Wed, 11 Sep 2024 12:00:26 +0000James Burnette    Tennessee Is Great For Preppers | 235 Today I’m here to talk about why Tennessee is great for preppers. I mean I’m fairly biased about it but that doesn’t mean I’m wrong. Tennessee has a lot going on for it. With today’s podcast, I hope to...Tennessee Is Great For Preppers | 235 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1812false235fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/way-s-to-survive-this-inflation-episode-234--61824397Way’s To Survive This Inflation | episode 234 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7931Tue, 10 Sep 2024 12:00:45 +0000James Burnette      Ways To Survive This Inflation | episode 234   Today I’m talking about ways to survive this inflation. Times are hard right now and they are going to get harder before they get better. But you don’t have to suffer as badly as everyone else. ...Way’s To Survive This Inflation | episode 234 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1806false234fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/foraging-for-fun-and-survival-episode-233--61824393Foraging For Fun And Survival | episode 233 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7925Mon, 09 Sep 2024 12:00:25 +0000James Burnette    Foraging For Fun And Survival | episode 233 Today I talk all about foraging for fun and survival. What is foraging you might be asking. Foraging is going and finding wild edible and medicinal plants. All around us in nature, plants are growing...Foraging For Fun And Survival | episode 233 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1682false233fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fire-starting-for-survival-episode-232--61824395Fire Starting For Survival | episode 232 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7921Fri, 06 Sep 2024 12:00:43 +0000James Burnette      Fire Starting For Survival | episode 232 Today I’m going to talk all about fire starting for survival. This is part of my National Preparedness Month series. I go into many reasons why you would want to be able to start a fire. And not just for...Fire Starting For Survival | episode 232 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1614false232fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/composting-toilets-for-survival-episode-231--61824394Composting Toilets for Survival | Episode 231 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7915Thu, 05 Sep 2024 12:00:05 +0000James Burnette      Composting Toilets for Survival | Episode 231 This week I’m going to talk all about composting toilets.  Why they are great for survival situations and for normal times, to be honest. I’ve used a composting toilette for ten years now.  So I have...Composting Toilets for Survival | Episode 231 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1639false231fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/camping-for-family-fun-and-survival-practice-episode-230--61824396Camping For Family Fun And Survival Practice | episode 230 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7908Wed, 04 Sep 2024 13:12:16 +0000James Burnette    Camping For Family Fun And Survival Practice This week I’m talking all about Camping For Family Fun And Survival Practice. Recently my family and I went camping. And It was a great time. For my daughter, it was her first time. For my wife and I,...Camping For Family Fun And Survival Practice | episode 230 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1787false230fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/buying-quality-gear-that-lasts-episode-228--61824402Buying Quality Gear That Lasts | episode 228 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7900Tue, 03 Sep 2024 12:00:39 +0000James Burnette  Survival Smart: Expert Tips for Buying Quality Gear That Lasts This week I’m talking all about buying quality gear. I had some trouble recently replacing items that broke after a long time. I had a can opener that was more than ten years old and a...Buying Quality Gear That Lasts | episode 228 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1590false228fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/return-of-the-punk-episode-228--61824400Return Of The Punk | episode 228 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7886Mon, 02 Sep 2024 12:00:59 +0000James Burnette            This is James from Survivalpunk.com. Back, finally, back. Hello, So we’re gonna try something new, obviously, something new because you haven’t heard from me in like, two years. If you will, excuse me for a moment. I am backing up in my...Return Of The Punk | episode 228 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>1608falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/salty-talk-with-robb-wolf-episode-226--61824403Salty Talk With Robb Wolf | episode 226 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7761Thu, 02 Mar 2023 22:19:12 +0000James Burnette  Salty Talk With Robb Wolf | episode 226 This week I return to podcasting with a Dream interview. I’ve wanted to get Robb Wolf on as long as there has been a podcast. After many years of trying, and on lost recording, Robb is on.    Robbs BIO Robb...Salty Talk With Robb Wolf | episode 226 appeared first on Survivalpunk.]]>3365falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-was-thanksgiving-like-during-the-great-depression-episode-225--51990375https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7751Wed, 23 Nov 2022 13:44:50 +0000James BurnetteWhat Was Thanksgiving Like During The Great Depression? What was Thanksgiving like during the great depression? I will try to answer that in this podcast episode.          Topics History of Thanksgiving 1863   Sarah Josepha Hale   Thanksgiving during...2061falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/are-get-home-bags-overbuilt-episode-224--51764544https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7743Wed, 02 Nov 2022 13:32:56 +0000James BurnetteAre Get Home Bags Overbuilt? This week I talk about Are Get Home Bags Overbuilt? What is a get home bag and what is it for?  I talk about the differences between a get home bag and a bug out bag.        Don’t forget to join in on the road to 1k! Help […]1927falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-road-to-hell-is-paved-with-good-intentions-episode-223--51619686https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7736Wed, 19 Oct 2022 11:15:09 +0000James BurnetteThe Road To Hell Is Paved With Good Intentions  This week is another mobile episode where I talk about how the road to hell is paved with good intentions.    I mostly focus on climate change activists and Ansel Keyes impact on health in America.   1424falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/survival-punk-rewind-survival-on-vacation-episode-222--51475484https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7728Wed, 05 Oct 2022 11:16:57 +0000James BurnetteSurvival Punk Rewind Survival On Vacation     This week is a blast from the past! Mikes’s family and Mine are both on vacation this week so I’m running a Survivalpunk rewind about survival on vacation.  This week Couch Potato Mike finally joins us. He...5253falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preppers-vs-survivalists-episode-221--51405100https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7723Wed, 28 Sep 2022 08:48:54 +0000James BurnetteThis week is another mobile episode with very minimal show notes. 1693falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/long-term-food-storage-part-2-episode-220--51367616https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7721Sat, 24 Sep 2022 10:27:31 +0000James BurnetteLong term food storage part 2   This is the second part to the long term food storage episode. This time I talk about camping meals, homemade camping meals and freeze dried foods. 1142falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/long-term-food-storage-part-1-episode-219--51332049https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7715Wed, 21 Sep 2022 08:56:02 +0000James BurnetteLong term food storage part 1 This week I have an episode about long term food storage. Doing the show in the car I’m having to break it into 2 parts. Show notes to be added later.2184falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-everyone-is-talking-about-national-divorce-episode-218--51252498https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7711Wed, 14 Sep 2022 07:48:12 +0000James BurnetteWhy Everyone is Talking About National divorce   Why Everyone is Talking About National divorce? That’s the topic of this week’s episode, which happens to be a solo one.  I go over what is a national divorce or a Peaceful divorce as a nation.  Is it...1545falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/national-preparedness-month-episode-217--51172391https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7707Wed, 07 Sep 2022 10:37:22 +0000James BurnetteNational Preparedness Month This week Mike and I talk about National Preparedness Month. What is it and what are some things you can do?   Topics What is national Preparedness month If your a beginner Copy canning Blackout kit Look for deals Take...2896falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-definitive-guide-to-nuclear-survival-episode-216--51090998https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7695Wed, 31 Aug 2022 12:06:22 +0000James BurnetteThe Definitive Guide To Nuclear Survival   Today Mike and I talk about The Definitive Guide to Nuclear Survival. The big focus of this episode is on how we already know of a society that has recovered from a nuclear bombing.    Japan was hit with two...2853falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-death-of-globalization-and-rise-of-localization-episode-215--51013731https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7688Wed, 24 Aug 2022 07:52:43 +0000James BurnetteThe Death of globalization and rise of localization   This week Mike and I talk about the death of globalization and the rise of localization.  What does this mean for you and me? The world of the global economy is grinding to a halt before our very...3079falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-beginner-s-guide-to-survival-communication-episode-214--50944070https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7671Wed, 17 Aug 2022 15:03:18 +0000James Burnette  The Beginner’s Guide to Survival communication   This week I talk all about The Beginner’s Guide to Survival communication. What do you need to communicate when the SHTF or even a simple power outage?      Topics Phone Mirror Whistle Walkie talkies...2237falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bug-out-binders-for-survival-episode-213--50944074https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7664Wed, 10 Aug 2022 11:17:42 +0000James BurnetteBug Out Binders For Survival    This week Mike and I talk all about Bug out binders for survival. What are they and how can they help you survive?  Bug out binders are not flashy fun survival but are very important nonetheless.      The Road to 1k...2559falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/skills-and-jobs-for-the-recession-episode-212--50944076https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7657Wed, 03 Aug 2022 10:41:49 +0000James Burnette    Skills and Jobs For The Recession   This week Mike and I talk about what are the top skills and jobs for a recession. With the recession here, even if the government doesn’t want to admit it.  What do we do next as preppers? Are there...2892falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/budgets-for-survival-episode-211--50944073https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7648Wed, 27 Jul 2022 12:00:38 +0000James BurnetteBudgets For Survival This week Mike and I talk all about Budgets for survival. All while having drinks. A delicious non-alcoholic Guinness for me and the real deal for Mike.  Who needs a budget? Right now everyone. Or at least everyone that’s going to...3313falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/being-creative-for-survival-episode-210--50944072https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7639Wed, 20 Jul 2022 20:40:29 +0000James Burnette    Being Creative For Survival     Today I talk about Being creative for survival. Why I feel this is one of the biggest prep you can make. I talk about why you shouldn’t get stuck on recipes. But should be able to adapt and continue.  Why you should...2718truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/maxing-out-your-credit-card-for-survival-episode-209--50944077https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7619Wed, 13 Jul 2022 13:23:33 +0000James BurnetteMaxing Out Your Credit Card For Survival?   In today’s episode Couch Potato Mike talk about maxing out your credit card for survival. Should you do this or is it a bad idea? Could there be a time and a place for doing it?  We share our thoughts on...1568truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/i-m-back-episode-208--50944080https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7613Wed, 06 Jul 2022 11:54:11 +0000James BurnetteIt’s been a while! I know it’s been a long time. Many probably thought there would never be another Survivalpunk podcast episode. But the time is right to come back. Short description this week. I mostly talked about what’s been going on for the past...1374truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/the-hows-and-whys-of-water-storage-episode-207--50944089https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7318Wed, 26 Aug 2020 15:18:27 +0000James BurnetteThe Hows And Whys Of Water Storage | episode 207 This week I talk all about The Hows And Whys Of Water Storage. How to store water and how much to store for survival long and short term.         Topics Why Store Water How To Store Water How Long Does...2843falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/what-guns-you-need-for-survival-episode-206--50944081https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7311Wed, 19 Aug 2020 13:52:08 +0000James BurnetteWhat Guns You Need For Survival | episode 206   This week I talk about What Guns You Need For Survival. It’s been a long time since we did a podcast on Survival guns.  I start the show off with why you should own guns. And You definitely should. With...3583falsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-start-prepping-episode-205--50944084https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7301Wed, 05 Aug 2020 14:59:19 +0000James Burnette  How To Start Prepping | episode 205 This week I go all the way back to basics with How to start prepping. This is a refresher for all us long time preppers and an intro for those that just started.  I start by talking about the decision to start...3386truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lessons-learned-from-the-pandemic-episode-204--50944090https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7252Wed, 22 Jul 2020 14:24:51 +0000James Burnette  Lessons Learned From The Pandemic | episode 204     This week I cover some lessons learned from the pandemic. How prepared were you?  What is back in stores where you are now? What’s still missing?       Topics   Eye of the storm What disappeared...2456truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/my-thoughts-on-the-coronavirus-episode-203--50944079https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7162Thu, 26 Mar 2020 08:21:11 +0000James Burnette  My Thoughts On The Coronavirus| episode 203   Im Back! It took an apocalypse to do it but Im back.  With all that’s going on right not with the coronavirus, I had to get an episode out. I will certainly get more out in the coming weeks.  I talk...3350truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-survive-an-active-shooter-episode-202--50944083https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7148Wed, 07 Aug 2019 13:52:26 +0000James BurnetteHow To Survive An Active Shooter | episode 202   This week I’m talking about how to survive an active shooter. With the news recently of several active shooters, I felt that is was time to do an episode on it.  It seems that nowhere is safe from...3767truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-cook-outdoors-episode-201--50944091https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7143Wed, 24 Jul 2019 13:12:38 +0000James BurnetteHow To Cook Outdoors How to Cook Outdoors | episode 201   I’m back this week to talk about How to cook outdoors. This is a subject I am very passionate about. Especially during the warmer months/ I still haven’t fully recovered from my sore throat and...2376truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/independence-day-special-episode-200--50944086https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7124Wed, 03 Jul 2019 13:24:28 +0000James BurnetteIndependence Day Special | episode 200   This week I have a very special Independence Day episode.  In this episode, I talk about some of the factors that lead up to the revolutionary war.  How to colonists were being taxed heavily and without...3847truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/survival-lessons-from-the-homeless-episode-199--50944082https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7117Wed, 26 Jun 2019 14:18:46 +0000James Burnette    Survival Lessons From The Homeless | episode 199     This week I’m talking about Survival Lessons From The Homeless. It was really the first topic ever covered on the podcast. It was covered badly though.  I’ll link to the very first episode but...3933truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dealing-with-pests-in-a-shtf-part-2-episode-198--50944092https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7109Wed, 19 Jun 2019 14:41:43 +0000James Burnette  Dealing With Pests In A SHTF Part 2 | Episode 198       This week I conclude (finally) my Dealing with Pests In A SHTF series. It was a bit of a gap between the two.  The main focus of this weeks episode is on lice.  I cover the three types of lice. […]3449truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/dealing-with-pests-during-a-shtf-episode-197--50944093https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7102Wed, 24 Apr 2019 14:32:24 +0000James BurnetteDealing With Pests During A SHTF | episode 197   This week I talk about  Dealing with Pests During A SHTF. This will be a two-part show.  Topics Cleanliness Modern Bug Spray Old School remedies Mice and Rats     Mouse and Rat Traps     Shawn Woods...3339truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/bugging-out-with-kids-episode-196--50944078https://www.survivalpunk.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/bugging-out-with-kids.mp3 This week I talk about bugging out with kids. What are the challenges and the rewards for bugging out with a family?  I’m new to having a family game which is why I haven’t tackled this topic before.  And I only have a pre-teen so I don’t […]]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7090Wed, 06 Mar 2019 15:00:33 +0000James BurnetteBugging Out With Kids | episode 196 https://www.survivalpunk.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/bugging-out-with-kids.mp3 This week I talk about bugging out with kids. What are the challenges and the rewards for bugging out with a family?  I’m new to...https://www.survivalpunk.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/bugging-out-with-kids.mp3 This week I talk about bugging out with kids. What are the challenges and the rewards for bugging out with a family?  I’m new to having a family game which is why I haven’t tackled this topic before.  And I only have a pre-teen so I don’t […]]]>3349truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-deal-with-prepper-burnout-195--50944087https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=7083Wed, 06 Feb 2019 14:41:38 +0000James Burnette  How To Deal With Prepper Burnout | 195   This week I revisit the topic of How to deal with prepper burn out. I covered this topic originally back in 2017. After the recent break I took I felt it was time to cover it again.      Topics Prepping...3450truefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/off-grid-and-country-living-episode-177--50982952Off Grid And Country Living | episode 177
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Quiet
Left alone
Safe
Better for a family
How-tos
Rainwater
Dsl and satellite internet
Composting toilet
Propane
Solar energy
More work
Bad internet
Far from things
Bug and pests

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Topics 

Quiet
Left alone
Safe
Better for a family
How-tos
Rainwater
Dsl and satellite internet
Composting toilet
Propane
Solar energy
More work
Bad internet
Far from things
Bug and pests

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Why You Need To Test And Use Your Survival Gear | episode 176
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This week Mike and I return to talk about Why You Need To Test And Use Your Survival Gear. 
We had a much too long break with me getting married, building things for the house, Honeymoon and more. 
I got the idea for this show the night of the wedding. Serenity and I were camping with a few of our guests. I brought my Hennessee Hammock and some whoopie slings to hang it. 
The whoopie slings weren’t made for a Hennessee so I had to try to adapt it and that’s when the trouble began. 
I brought carabiners to hang it but didn’t bring enough. With help from Matt French and Scav we kept trying different things trying to get it to work. 
It was a blast but would have been better if I had prepared better and got it up right away. I know Why You Need To Test And Use Your Survival Gear and still dropped the ball. 
Now the vacation is over the podcasts will be coming out back on schedule. It’s good to be back. 
 
James and Serenity’s Wedding

Links
Carabiner 
Whoopie Slings
Shug Talks About Whoopie Slings
Survival In Motion
 
Topics

Don’t just buy and keep
Test everything
Have backups
If it can break it will break
Shelter size
Proper Packing
Adapt and move on
Going cheap is usually a bad idea
Used Gear
Read and watch reviews

 
 

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Why You Need To Test And Use Your Survival Gear | episode 176
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This week Mike and I return to talk about Why You Need To Test And Use Your Survival Gear. 
We had a much too long break with me getting married, building things for the house, Honeymoon and more. 
I got the idea for this show the night of the wedding. Serenity and I were camping with a few of our guests. I brought my Hennessee Hammock and some whoopie slings to hang it. 
The whoopie slings weren’t made for a Hennessee so I had to try to adapt it and that’s when the trouble began. 
I brought carabiners to hang it but didn’t bring enough. With help from Matt French and Scav we kept trying different things trying to get it to work. 
It was a blast but would have been better if I had prepared better and got it up right away. I know Why You Need To Test And Use Your Survival Gear and still dropped the ball. 
Now the vacation is over the podcasts will be coming out back on schedule. It’s good to be back. 
 
James and Serenity’s Wedding

Links
Carabiner 
Whoopie Slings
Shug Talks About Whoopie Slings
Survival In Motion
 
Topics

Don’t just buy and keep
Test everything
Have backups
If it can break it will break
Shelter size
Proper Packing
Adapt and move on
Going cheap is usually a bad idea
Used Gear
Read and watch reviews

 
 

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This week  I talk about eating in the apocalypse. I begin by talking about how food taste has changed over time. 
How lobster was once a poor man food and chicken was for the rich. 
 
 
 

Topics
 


Eating During the Apocalypse
Taste change throughout history and what’s available. 
Weird foods. Insects etc
Eating food gone bad
Eating Expired food
You can go fairly long without eating
Hunger is the best sauce
Try foods now before the shtf
Flavor burnout is real

Different seasoning



 
 

 

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This week  I talk about eating in the apocalypse. I begin by talking about how food taste has changed over time. 
How lobster was once a poor man food and chicken was for the rich. 
 
 
 

Topics
 


Eating During the Apocalypse
Taste change throughout history and what’s available. 
Weird foods. Insects etc
Eating food gone bad
Eating Expired food
You can go fairly long without eating
Hunger is the best sauce
Try foods now before the shtf
Flavor burnout is real

Different seasoning



 
 

 

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content and discounts!]]>2745eating,eating for the apocalypse,expired food,off foodtruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/lessons-from-our-fathers-episode-173--50982951Lessons From Our Fathers | episode 173
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This week I talk about lessons from our fathers. Things fathers should be teaching their sons both skills and ways of thinking.
 
 

Topics

Loss of my father
Estrangement
DIY Spirit
Take responsibility
Gun Safety
Use Tools
Start A Grill
Basic Car maintenance
Start a fire
Throw a punch and take one
How to win and loose
Stand up For whats right
About money. Earning and saving
How to tie a tie
Your Word is Special
Don’t be sorry
How to Properly Shake Hands
Outdoors skills, Hunting fishing CAMPING
Shaving
How to cook

 
 
52 Things every father should teach his son
 
Four Hour Chef
 
 


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 ]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=6757Wed, 10 Jan 2018 14:00:35 +0000James Burnette  Lessons From Our Fathers | episode 173 http://www.survivalpunk.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/lessons-from-our-fathers.mp3Download   This week I talk about lessons from our fathers. Things fathers should be teaching their sons both skills and ways...Lessons From Our Fathers | episode 173
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This week I talk about lessons from our fathers. Things fathers should be teaching their sons both skills and ways of thinking.
 
 

Topics

Loss of my father
Estrangement
DIY Spirit
Take responsibility
Gun Safety
Use Tools
Start A Grill
Basic Car maintenance
Start a fire
Throw a punch and take one
How to win and loose
Stand up For whats right
About money. Earning and saving
How to tie a tie
Your Word is Special
Don’t be sorry
How to Properly Shake Hands
Outdoors skills, Hunting fishing CAMPING
Shaving
How to cook

 
 
52 Things every father should teach his son
 
Four Hour Chef
 
 


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 ]]>4025lessons from our fathers,lessons to your childtruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/drugs-for-the-apocalypse-episode-173--50982963Drugs For The Apocalypse | episode 173
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This week Mike and I talk about drugs for the apocalypse. 

 

Caffeine
Tobacco
Alcohol
Antibiotics
Kratom
Modafinil
Weed
Painkillers
Adderall
Amphetamine
Cocaine


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 ]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=6745Wed, 06 Dec 2017 10:16:20 +0000James BurnetteDrugs For The Apocalypse | episode 173 Drugs For The Apocalypse | episode 173 http://www.survivalpunk.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/drugsfortheapocalypse173.mp3Download This week Mike and I talk about drugs for the apocalypse.    Caffeine Tobacco...Drugs For The Apocalypse | episode 173
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This week Mike and I talk about drugs for the apocalypse. 

 

Caffeine
Tobacco
Alcohol
Antibiotics
Kratom
Modafinil
Weed
Painkillers
Adderall
Amphetamine
Cocaine


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 ]]>3725drugs,drugs for a collapse,drugs for the apocalypsetruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/thanksgiving-special-how-to-cook-better-episode-172--50982959Thanksgiving Special How to Cook Better | episode 172
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This is a rebroadcast of our Thanksgiving cooking episode. Enjoy and have a great Thanksgiving. 
How to cook better is the main topic of the week. First, though I want to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. If you are listening to this I am very grateful to you.
In this episode, Mike and I give our knowledge on how to cook better. Though neither of us are professional chefs we are both accomplished home cooks. We share with you some of the techniques that allow us to make great food.
We talk about cooking at the right temperature. Do not get a skillet scorching hot for eggs. Some food tastes much better when cooked at lower temperatures. The opposite is true with a good steak. Having the skillet blazing hot to ensure a proper sear is best.
We talk about how using acid ( Not the fun kind, sorry) can improve flavors. Using an acid, like vinegar or lemon juice when cooking does a lot to make the flavors pop. I always splash any vegetables I’m cooking with some vinegar. You will begin to notice when a dish could have used acid in the future. Also watching Food Network competition shows will make more sense now.
Once again Mike shares his way of cooking a turkey. I will admit that Mike makes the best turkey. Sorry, Momma. His turkeys are always so moist and flavorful. No need to drown your turkey in gravy.
We cover many more ways to improve your cooking.
 
 
 
 

Links
Benefits Of Gratitude
Report Suggests We Should Eat More Insects
Top 25 Paleo Thanksgiving Recipes
Four Hour Chef
 
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 ]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=6739Wed, 22 Nov 2017 16:27:57 +0000James BurnetteThanksgiving Special How to Cook Better | episode 172 Thanksgiving Special How to Cook Better | episode 172 http://www.survivalpunk.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/thanksgiving-Cooking-Episode-172.mp3Download This is a rebroadcast of our Thanksgiving...Thanksgiving Special How to Cook Better | episode 172
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This is a rebroadcast of our Thanksgiving cooking episode. Enjoy and have a great Thanksgiving. 
How to cook better is the main topic of the week. First, though I want to wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. If you are listening to this I am very grateful to you.
In this episode, Mike and I give our knowledge on how to cook better. Though neither of us are professional chefs we are both accomplished home cooks. We share with you some of the techniques that allow us to make great food.
We talk about cooking at the right temperature. Do not get a skillet scorching hot for eggs. Some food tastes much better when cooked at lower temperatures. The opposite is true with a good steak. Having the skillet blazing hot to ensure a proper sear is best.
We talk about how using acid ( Not the fun kind, sorry) can improve flavors. Using an acid, like vinegar or lemon juice when cooking does a lot to make the flavors pop. I always splash any vegetables I’m cooking with some vinegar. You will begin to notice when a dish could have used acid in the future. Also watching Food Network competition shows will make more sense now.
Once again Mike shares his way of cooking a turkey. I will admit that Mike makes the best turkey. Sorry, Momma. His turkeys are always so moist and flavorful. No need to drown your turkey in gravy.
We cover many more ways to improve your cooking.
 
 
 
 

Links
Benefits Of Gratitude
Report Suggests We Should Eat More Insects
Top 25 Paleo Thanksgiving Recipes
Four Hour Chef
 
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 ]]>4380thtruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-look-at-the-great-depression-episode-171--50982954 
A Look At The Great Depression | episode 171
A Look At The Great Depression | episode 171
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This week I take A Look At The Great Depression. I delve into the factors that caused it. 
The great depression was the worst economic downturn in the history of the industrialized world
It lasted from 1929 until 1941 when World War II brought us out. 
 

Topics

Stock Market Crash
Growth Built On Credit 
Bank Failures
No Spending
Unemployment
Trade Stopped
Dust Bowl

 
 
Links
25 Ways People Earned Money During The Great Depression
Could You Stomach These Great Depression Meals
Great Depression Cooking
Clara’s Kitchen: Wisdom, Memories, and Recipes from the Great Depression
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 ]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=6732Wed, 15 Nov 2017 15:07:00 +0000James Burnette    A Look At The Great Depression | episode 171 A Look At The Great Depression | episode 171 http://www.survivalpunk.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/greatdepression.mp3Download This week I take A Look At The Great Depression. I delve into the factors... 
A Look At The Great Depression | episode 171
A Look At The Great Depression | episode 171
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This week I take A Look At The Great Depression. I delve into the factors that caused it. 
The great depression was the worst economic downturn in the history of the industrialized world
It lasted from 1929 until 1941 when World War II brought us out. 
 

Topics

Stock Market Crash
Growth Built On Credit 
Bank Failures
No Spending
Unemployment
Trade Stopped
Dust Bowl

 
 
Links
25 Ways People Earned Money During The Great Depression
Could You Stomach These Great Depression Meals
Great Depression Cooking
Clara’s Kitchen: Wisdom, Memories, and Recipes from the Great Depression
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 ]]>3793the great depressiontruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/survival-bug-out-myths-episode-170--50982956Survival Bug Out Myths | episode 170
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This week I have an episode about Survival Bug out myths. 
In the past, I have tackled a few of the big survival myths. Such as moss only grows on the north side of a tree. 
This week I have a few survival myths that are all centered around a bug out or post-collapse.
 

Topics

I have a gun I’ll just take what I need
I will just eat deer
The Gov Will save you
Don’t need community
Just go to So and So’s House
Bug out to WM 
Lose weight when the SHTF
Hike 4mph and do 30 miles in a day
Learn After the collapse
Cars still run on old gas

 
Links
Bugging out To Walmart
Survival Myths
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 ]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=6726Wed, 08 Nov 2017 14:43:16 +0000James BurnetteSurvival Bug Out Myths | episode 170 Survival Bug Out Myths | episode 170 http://www.survivalpunk.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Survival-Bug-Out-Myths-170.mp3Download This week I have an episode about Survival Bug out myths.  In the past, I have...Survival Bug Out Myths | episode 170
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This week I have an episode about Survival Bug out myths. 
In the past, I have tackled a few of the big survival myths. Such as moss only grows on the north side of a tree. 
This week I have a few survival myths that are all centered around a bug out or post-collapse.
 

Topics

I have a gun I’ll just take what I need
I will just eat deer
The Gov Will save you
Don’t need community
Just go to So and So’s House
Bug out to WM 
Lose weight when the SHTF
Hike 4mph and do 30 miles in a day
Learn After the collapse
Cars still run on old gas

 
Links
Bugging out To Walmart
Survival Myths
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 ]]>3307bug out myths,survival mythstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/korea-has-nuked-us-halloween-special-episode-169--50982964Korea Has Nuked US Halloween Special | episode 169
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Korea has Nuked US. This may be out last podcast ever! Stay safe out there!

 
Topics

Korea Has Nuked Us
The West coast is gone
Washington DC is gone Antifa and BLM burned it down for the loss of Starbucks
Trump safe in  The Cheyenne Mountain Complex
Nuclear Winter Wisconsin Ice caps reforming
Florida is completely fine. Still crazy though
Texas is building a wall on the US side
EMP is sketchy 
Mutants roaming the country
Survival gear that worked

 
 
 
Links
Nuclear Survival
Protect and Survive By The Dubliners
 

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 ]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=6718Tue, 31 Oct 2017 14:11:43 +0000James Burnette  Korea Has Nuked US Halloween Special | episode 169 http://www.survivalpunk.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/nuclearsurvivalHalloweenSpecial.mp3Download   Korea has Nuked US. This may be out last podcast ever! Stay safe out there!   Topics Korea Has...Korea Has Nuked US Halloween Special | episode 169
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Korea has Nuked US. This may be out last podcast ever! Stay safe out there!

 
Topics

Korea Has Nuked Us
The West coast is gone
Washington DC is gone Antifa and BLM burned it down for the loss of Starbucks
Trump safe in  The Cheyenne Mountain Complex
Nuclear Winter Wisconsin Ice caps reforming
Florida is completely fine. Still crazy though
Texas is building a wall on the US side
EMP is sketchy 
Mutants roaming the country
Survival gear that worked

 
 
 
Links
Nuclear Survival
Protect and Survive By The Dubliners
 

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 ]]>3136halloween episode,nuclear survivaltruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-signal-for-survival-episode-168--50982960http://www.survivalpunk.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/signaling-for-survival.mp3Download
 
This week Mike joins me to talk about how to signal for survival. 
 
 

 
 
 
 
Topics
 
 

Threes
SOS
Fire
Smoke At Day
Huge Fire At night
Audible
Guns
Whistle
Radio/ phone
Visible Signals
Mirror
Flashlight
Orange Cloth
Lasers
Debris

          
 
 

SOS signal

SOS (Save Our Souls) is the best known international distress signal. Everyone should be familiar with SOS. The SOS signal can be transmitted by any method, visual or audio. The code for SOS is 3 short, 3 long and 3 short signals. Pause. Repeat the signal.
 

The following will be recognized by rescue teams.
SOS: Need help
K : Tell me which direction to go
I : Serious injuries, need a doctor
II : Need medical supplies
X : Unable to proceed
F : Need food and water
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 ]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=6706Wed, 25 Oct 2017 13:32:22 +0000James BurnetteHow To Signal For Survival | episode 168 http://www.survivalpunk.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/signaling-for-survival.mp3Download   This week Mike joins me to talk about how to signal for survival.              Topics     Threes SOS Fire Smoke At...http://www.survivalpunk.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/signaling-for-survival.mp3Download
 
This week Mike joins me to talk about how to signal for survival. 
 
 

 
 
 
 
Topics
 
 

Threes
SOS
Fire
Smoke At Day
Huge Fire At night
Audible
Guns
Whistle
Radio/ phone
Visible Signals
Mirror
Flashlight
Orange Cloth
Lasers
Debris

          
 
 

SOS signal

SOS (Save Our Souls) is the best known international distress signal. Everyone should be familiar with SOS. The SOS signal can be transmitted by any method, visual or audio. The code for SOS is 3 short, 3 long and 3 short signals. Pause. Repeat the signal.
 

The following will be recognized by rescue teams.
SOS: Need help
K : Tell me which direction to go
I : Serious injuries, need a doctor
II : Need medical supplies
X : Unable to proceed
F : Need food and water
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 ]]>3896how to signal for survival,signal,signaling,signaling for survivaltruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/why-gun-control-doesn-t-work-episode-167--50982966Why Gun Control Doesn’t Work | episode 167
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This week I talk about why gun control doesn’t work. 
In the wake of the Vegas shooting gun control is being talked about again.  Let’s define gun control real fast. 
 
 
 

Gun control (or firearms regulation)[1][2] is the set of laws or policies that regulate the manufacture, sale, transfer, possession, modification, or use of firearms by civilians.
Most countries have a restrictive firearm guiding policy, with only a few legislations being categorized as permissive.[3] Jurisdictions that regulate access to firearms typically restrict access to only certain categories of firearms and then to restrict the categories of persons who will be granted a firearms license to have access to a firearm.

 
And Let’s see what the Second Amendment has to say about it.
 

A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.

 
 
I go into several of the reason why gun control doesn’t work. Unless you have magical powers to make all the guns vanish and gun powder no longer work. 
 
 

Topics

What is Gun Control
The Vegas shooting 
No Tragedy Wasted
Fear and Ignorance
The NRA Sold You Out
The Second Amendment
The second amendment is already too weak
Failed Gun Control
Gun control won’t work anyway
We need Evil Control

 
Links 
Survivalpunk Hoodies
 
 
 
 
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 ]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=6701Wed, 18 Oct 2017 13:22:17 +0000James BurnetteWhy Gun Control Doesn’t Work | episode 167 Why Gun Control Doesn’t Work | episode 167 http://www.survivalpunk.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/guncontrol167.mp3Download   This week I talk about why gun control doesn’t work.  In the wake of the Vegas...Why Gun Control Doesn’t Work | episode 167
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This week I talk about why gun control doesn’t work. 
In the wake of the Vegas shooting gun control is being talked about again.  Let’s define gun control real fast. 
 
 
 

Gun control (or firearms regulation)[1][2] is the set of laws or policies that regulate the manufacture, sale, transfer, possession, modification, or use of firearms by civilians.
Most countries have a restrictive firearm guiding policy, with only a few legislations being categorized as permissive.[3] Jurisdictions that regulate access to firearms typically restrict access to only certain categories of firearms and then to restrict the categories of persons who will be granted a firearms license to have access to a firearm.

 
And Let’s see what the Second Amendment has to say about it.
 

A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed.

 
 
I go into several of the reason why gun control doesn’t work. Unless you have magical powers to make all the guns vanish and gun powder no longer work. 
 
 

Topics

What is Gun Control
The Vegas shooting 
No Tragedy Wasted
Fear and Ignorance
The NRA Sold You Out
The Second Amendment
The second amendment is already too weak
Failed Gun Control
Gun control won’t work anyway
We need Evil Control

 
Links 
Survivalpunk Hoodies
 
 
 
 
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 ]]>3960firearms,gun control,second amendmenttruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/timeline-of-a-collapse-what-to-expect-episode-166--50982958 
Timeline Of A Collapse What To Expect | episode 166
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This week I talk about the timeline of a collapse. What you can expect to see during a collapse. 
I try to be as generic about the type of collapse as possible to make it as applicable as possible. 
Whatever causes the collapse in this podcast it begins with the lights going out. From there I talk about how bad things will get.
Dehydration will be a huge killer. Possible the number one reason for death. Even above violence. 
Having safe water to drink is not as tacticool as guns but will leave you just as dead. 
Proper sanitation and waste disposal is another big one. 
 

 

Timeline Of A Collapse 
Depends On the form the collapse takes
Power Goes Off 
Water and Natural Gas pumps stop
Mold Begins Growing
Trash Begins To Pile Up
Toilets Stop Flushing
Prices Skyrocket while money is still accepted
If the backup power doesn’t come on hospital patients die. 
Dehydration becomes a problem
Looting 
Many begin to run out of food
Disease runs rampant
Death Tolls Mount

 
Links
Luggable Loo
Life Straw
 

 
 
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 ]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=6689Wed, 11 Oct 2017 13:49:46 +0000James BurnetteTimeline Of A Collapse What To Expect | episode 166   Timeline Of A Collapse What To Expect | episode 166 http://www.survivalpunk.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/collapse-timeline.mp3Download   This week I talk about the timeline of a collapse. What... 
Timeline Of A Collapse What To Expect | episode 166
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This week I talk about the timeline of a collapse. What you can expect to see during a collapse. 
I try to be as generic about the type of collapse as possible to make it as applicable as possible. 
Whatever causes the collapse in this podcast it begins with the lights going out. From there I talk about how bad things will get.
Dehydration will be a huge killer. Possible the number one reason for death. Even above violence. 
Having safe water to drink is not as tacticool as guns but will leave you just as dead. 
Proper sanitation and waste disposal is another big one. 
 

 

Timeline Of A Collapse 
Depends On the form the collapse takes
Power Goes Off 
Water and Natural Gas pumps stop
Mold Begins Growing
Trash Begins To Pile Up
Toilets Stop Flushing
Prices Skyrocket while money is still accepted
If the backup power doesn’t come on hospital patients die. 
Dehydration becomes a problem
Looting 
Many begin to run out of food
Disease runs rampant
Death Tolls Mount

 
Links
Luggable Loo
Life Straw
 

 
 
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 ]]>3873collapse,timeline of a collapsetruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/preventing-prepper-burn-out-episode-165--50982955 
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Preventing Prepper Burn Out
This week I talk about Preventing Prepper Burn Out. Many quit prepping for the reasons I talk about and more. 
 

Why People Quit Prepping
 

Event Prepping
Money
Burn Out
Peer Pressure 
Time
Overwhelmed
Passing The Buck

 
Ways To Get Around It
 

Take Breaks
Automation
Set Mini Achievable Goals
Just Do Something 
Limit Mentors and Information

 
 
 
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 ]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=6680Wed, 04 Oct 2017 13:32:51 +0000James BurnettePreventing Prepper Burn Out   http://www.survivalpunk.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/Preventing-Prepper-Burn-Out-165.mp3Download Preventing Prepper Burn Out This week I talk about Preventing Prepper Burn Out. Many quit prepping for the reasons I talk... 
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Preventing Prepper Burn Out
This week I talk about Preventing Prepper Burn Out. Many quit prepping for the reasons I talk about and more. 
 

Why People Quit Prepping
 

Event Prepping
Money
Burn Out
Peer Pressure 
Time
Overwhelmed
Passing The Buck

 
Ways To Get Around It
 

Take Breaks
Automation
Set Mini Achievable Goals
Just Do Something 
Limit Mentors and Information

 
 
 
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 ]]>3875burn out,prepper burn outtruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-deal-with-sprains-and-breaks-first-aid-part-iii-episode-164--50982967How To Deal With Sprains And Breaks First Aid Part III |episode 164
 
How To Deal With Sprains And Breaks First Aid Part III |episode 164
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This week I cover part 3 of the First Aid series. This time it’s all about sprains and breaks.  How to treat both with your first aid kit and your knowledge. 
 
Signs of a fracture


 Pain at the affected area. 
 The area may or may not be deformed. 
 The victim is unable to place weight on the area without experiencing pain.  
A grating sensation or sound may be present during any motion of the injured area.


 
 

Topics
Sprains

RICE rest, ice, compression, and elevation.
Ace bandages
Instant Ice packs
Good boots
Rest or Ruck

Breaks

Compound (Open) Or Simple (Closed)
Signs Of A Fracture
If In doubt treat as a fracture
For a Compound fracture treat the wound first
Sam Splints for smaller breaks
Larger breaks make a splint from trees
Triangle Bandages

Dislocations
 
Links
Sam Splint
Triangle Bandage
Instant Ice Packs
 
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 ]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=6672Wed, 27 Sep 2017 13:36:52 +0000James Burnette  How To Deal With Sprains And Breaks First Aid Part III |episode 164   How To Deal With Sprains And Breaks First Aid Part III |episode 164 http://www.survivalpunk.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/sprainsandbreaks164.mp3Download This week I cover part 3...How To Deal With Sprains And Breaks First Aid Part III |episode 164
 
How To Deal With Sprains And Breaks First Aid Part III |episode 164
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This week I cover part 3 of the First Aid series. This time it’s all about sprains and breaks.  How to treat both with your first aid kit and your knowledge. 
 
Signs of a fracture


 Pain at the affected area. 
 The area may or may not be deformed. 
 The victim is unable to place weight on the area without experiencing pain.  
A grating sensation or sound may be present during any motion of the injured area.


 
 

Topics
Sprains

RICE rest, ice, compression, and elevation.
Ace bandages
Instant Ice packs
Good boots
Rest or Ruck

Breaks

Compound (Open) Or Simple (Closed)
Signs Of A Fracture
If In doubt treat as a fracture
For a Compound fracture treat the wound first
Sam Splints for smaller breaks
Larger breaks make a splint from trees
Triangle Bandages

Dislocations
 
Links
Sam Splint
Triangle Bandage
Instant Ice Packs
 
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 ]]>3173breaks,first aid,fractures,sprainstruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/how-to-treat-wounds-first-aid-series-ii-episode-163--50982961How To Treat Wounds First Aid Series II | episode 163
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This week I’m back with the second installment in our First aid series How to treat wounds.
This episode focuses on wounds both small and big. 
The scope covers both band-aids to sutures. 
But this show is designed to help you build a First aid kit for times with rule of law not for the SHTF. This is for everyday life and injuries. Where you can go see the doctor if need be. 
I have always said that medical training should come before buying an expensicve First aid kit. 
This show will teach you how to treat wounds for now. A kit that will be used all the time in you daily life.
Not one that sits in the closet. 
You will learn ways to close a wound and why you should consider leaving it open. 
And why peroxide is not used on wounds anymore. 

Topics

Cleaning Wounds
Water or saline
Mild soap Soft Soap
Wet wipes
Antiseptic
Topical Lidocaine
Blood Control
Pressure
Gauze
Isreali Bandages
Tourniquet
Clotting Agents
Wound Closure
Band-aids
Tegaderm
Superglue
Gauze pads and medical tape
Steri Strips
Skin Stapler
Sutures

 
 
Links
The Best First Aid Medicines You Need | episode 162
Level 1 First Aid Kit
Level II First Aid Kit
Isreli Bandage
Celox
 
 
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 ]]>https://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=6649Wed, 20 Sep 2017 13:56:26 +0000James BurnetteHow To Treat Wounds First Aid Series II | episode 163 How To Treat Wounds First Aid Series II | episode 163 http://www.survivalpunk.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/woundmanagementepisode163.mp3Download   This week I’m back with the second installment...How To Treat Wounds First Aid Series II | episode 163
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This week I’m back with the second installment in our First aid series How to treat wounds.
This episode focuses on wounds both small and big. 
The scope covers both band-aids to sutures. 
But this show is designed to help you build a First aid kit for times with rule of law not for the SHTF. This is for everyday life and injuries. Where you can go see the doctor if need be. 
I have always said that medical training should come before buying an expensicve First aid kit. 
This show will teach you how to treat wounds for now. A kit that will be used all the time in you daily life.
Not one that sits in the closet. 
You will learn ways to close a wound and why you should consider leaving it open. 
And why peroxide is not used on wounds anymore. 

Topics

Cleaning Wounds
Water or saline
Mild soap Soft Soap
Wet wipes
Antiseptic
Topical Lidocaine
Blood Control
Pressure
Gauze
Isreali Bandages
Tourniquet
Clotting Agents
Wound Closure
Band-aids
Tegaderm
Superglue
Gauze pads and medical tape
Steri Strips
Skin Stapler
Sutures

 
 
Links
The Best First Aid Medicines You Need | episode 162
Level 1 First Aid Kit
Level II First Aid Kit
Isreli Bandage
Celox
 
 
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 ]]>3586first aid,how to treat wounds,wound care,wound managementtruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/fuels-to-store-for-survival-episode-161--50982965 
Fuels To Store For Survival | episode 161
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This week I talk about fuels to store for survival.  With the terrible hurricane and floods in Texas gas has gone up in price and shortages are occurring. 
The reasons to store fuel are many. Two of my favorite are saving time and money. 
Before Hurricane Harvey gas here was $1.90. A very affordable price after the heights we saw a few years back. 
A week later and prices are close to $3. If you had stored gas before the disaster you would have saved a good bit of money. 
That’s only one type of fuel I talk about in today’s episode. 
 
 
 

 
Topics

Gas
Propane
Kerosene
Wood
Charcoal/Coal
Others/ butane/lamp oil/ Camp stove fuel

 
Gas

97% Of Us Road Vehicles are gas powered
In many disasters, fuel becomes more expensive and hard to get
Fuel storage saves time and money.
Getting good containers
Store fuel away from your house
Fuel Stabilizers PRI For long term. Stabil is cheaper for short term
Rotate gas

Propane

Doesn’t degrade.
Can be stored in massive amounts.
Is relatively cheap.
Propane tanks are often left when people move.

 
Kerosene

Kerosene is versatile.
Kerosene is very dense in energy and holds almost 50% more energy than propane.
Heaters put out a lot of heat.
fuel can be pricey.

 
Wood

Firewood has been used for thousands of years.
Hardwoods burn better than softwoods.
The best burns come from seasoned wood. 6mos to a year.
Not all burning methods produce the same heat.

 
Charcoal

Is cheap.
Has a ton of energy.
Makes the best taste.

 
Others

Butane
Lamp oil
 Camp stove fuel

 
 
Links
PRI Fuel Stabilizer
 
 
 
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 ]]>http://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=6595Wed, 06 Sep 2017 13:53:03 +0000James BurnetteFuels To Store For Survival | episode 161   Fuels To Store For Survival | episode 161 http://www.survivalpunk.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/fuelstorage.output.mp3Download   This week I talk about fuels to store for survival.  With the terrible... 
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This week I talk about fuels to store for survival.  With the terrible hurricane and floods in Texas gas has gone up in price and shortages are occurring. 
The reasons to store fuel are many. Two of my favorite are saving time and money. 
Before Hurricane Harvey gas here was $1.90. A very affordable price after the heights we saw a few years back. 
A week later and prices are close to $3. If you had stored gas before the disaster you would have saved a good bit of money. 
That’s only one type of fuel I talk about in today’s episode. 
 
 
 

 
Topics

Gas
Propane
Kerosene
Wood
Charcoal/Coal
Others/ butane/lamp oil/ Camp stove fuel

 
Gas

97% Of Us Road Vehicles are gas powered
In many disasters, fuel becomes more expensive and hard to get
Fuel storage saves time and money.
Getting good containers
Store fuel away from your house
Fuel Stabilizers PRI For long term. Stabil is cheaper for short term
Rotate gas

Propane

Doesn’t degrade.
Can be stored in massive amounts.
Is relatively cheap.
Propane tanks are often left when people move.

 
Kerosene

Kerosene is versatile.
Kerosene is very dense in energy and holds almost 50% more energy than propane.
Heaters put out a lot of heat.
fuel can be pricey.

 
Wood

Firewood has been used for thousands of years.
Hardwoods burn better than softwoods.
The best burns come from seasoned wood. 6mos to a year.
Not all burning methods produce the same heat.

 
Charcoal

Is cheap.
Has a ton of energy.
Makes the best taste.

 
Others

Butane
Lamp oil
 Camp stove fuel

 
 
Links
PRI Fuel Stabilizer
 
 
 
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 ]]>3371fuel storage,fuel storage for survival,fuel to storetruefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/survival-and-diabetes-episode-104--50982962http://www.survivalpunk.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Survival-And-Diabetes.mp3Download
Survival And Diabetes
This week Mike and I discuss Survival and diabetes. With Mike recently being diagnosed with Diabetes we tackle how it can affect your survival.  We begin by defining some terms. Like what exactly is diabetes. Everyone knows someone with it yet many have no idea what it is and how it affects you.
We go on to talk about some ways to manage it not just now but in a disaster scenario. Most of the strategies focus on type 2 diabetics. There is not much to be done for a type one insulin diabetic.
We hear from listener Matt on alternatives to toilet paper. Both short term and long term. Mike and I begin by talking about a funny book by a 16th century French writer. In it he list the many things you can wipe your ass with. The top thing to wipe with is a gooseneck. The whole thing is crude and hilarious.
 
If you want to be heard on air and have your question answered give me a call at (615) 657-9104 and leave me a voice mail. Yes the msg is funny and it will mess you up.

Links
Diabetes and the Paleo Diet
 
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 content and discounts!]]>http://www.survivalpunk.com/?p=5339Wed, 08 Jun 2016 13:37:32 +0000James BurnetteSurvival And Diabetes http://www.survivalpunk.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Survival-And-Diabetes.mp3Download Survival And Diabetes This week Mike and I discuss Survival and diabetes. With Mike recently being diagnosed with Diabetes we tackle how it...http://www.survivalpunk.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/06/Survival-And-Diabetes.mp3Download
Survival And Diabetes
This week Mike and I discuss Survival and diabetes. With Mike recently being diagnosed with Diabetes we tackle how it can affect your survival.  We begin by defining some terms. Like what exactly is diabetes. Everyone knows someone with it yet many have no idea what it is and how it affects you.
We go on to talk about some ways to manage it not just now but in a disaster scenario. Most of the strategies focus on type 2 diabetics. There is not much to be done for a type one insulin diabetic.
We hear from listener Matt on alternatives to toilet paper. Both short term and long term. Mike and I begin by talking about a funny book by a 16th century French writer. In it he list the many things you can wipe your ass with. The top thing to wipe with is a gooseneck. The whole thing is crude and hilarious.
 
If you want to be heard on air and have your question answered give me a call at (615) 657-9104 and leave me a voice mail. Yes the msg is funny and it will mess you up.

Links
Diabetes and the Paleo Diet
 
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