The Survival Punk Podcast

Everything Is Your Fault | Episode 448

In 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 that isn’t your fault.

Because here’s the truth most people don’t want to hear: you might not be the cause, but you’re still responsible for what happens next.

You’re Not a Victim — Even When You Are

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Comfort in Collapse: Keeping Your Sanity When SHTF | Episode 447

In 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 you you’re still human.

You’ll be working your ass off during a real collapse — hauling water, growing food, protecting what’s yours. But you’re not a machine. And if you don’t make space for comfort, burnout will...

Everything I Want to Do Is Illegal | Episode 446

In 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, this episode pulls back the curtain on how laws and regulations actively work against your ability to be healthy, free, and prepared.

If you’ve ever tried to grow your own food, treat your own body, or live just a little outsid...

Beating the Heat Before It Beats You | Episode 445

In 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 storing gear in a hot vehicle.

This episode is about practical, no-BS strategies for keeping cool at home, surviving heat when you’re out and about, and protecting your gear from cooking in the sun.

Keep Your House Cool (Even...

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Store What You Eat, Eat What You Store: No-Waste Prepping | Episode 444

In 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 they’ll never touch, or worse, food that goes bad before it can ever help them.

This episode is all about building a food storage plan that fits your life, not just your fantasy of coll...

The Illusion of Money Scarcity: You Can Make More Than You Think | Episode 443

In 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 this rare, magical thing other people get, but they don’t. And that mindset? It’s the first thing keeping you broke.

Why the Scarcity Mindset is a Trap

If you grow up poor, it’s ea...

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Sharpening & Sewing: The Forgotten Survival Skills | Episode 442

In 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 survival gold. You can have all the high-end tools and tactical clothing in the world, but if you can’t maintain them, you’re just waiting for failure.

Sharpening: Keep Your Edge, Stay Alive

A dull blade is dange...

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Fathers Matter: The Backbone of a Strong Society | Episode 441

In 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 stabilizer, a teacher, and a builder of the next generation. And if we want to rebuild or survive the fall of society, we need to start by recognizing just how much fathers matter.

Why Fathers Are Cr...

The Federal Reserve: The Hidden Hand in Your Pocket | Episode 440

In 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 self-reliant, you need to understand the game you’re caught in — and how to stop playing it their way.

Not Federal, No Reserves

Despite the name, the Federal Reserve isn’t part of the feder...

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Riot Ready: Staying Safe When the Crowd Goes Wild | Episode 439

In 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 staying the hell out of the way.

Stay Informed, Stay Ahead

Riots don’t come out of nowhere. There are always signs — rising tension, protests heating up, flashpoints in politics or society. Your job is to pay att...

Don’t Build a Museum: Use Your Preps | Episode 438

In 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 dust like relics of some imagined collapse. But prepping isn’t about hoarding. It’s about readiness. And if you’re not using your preps, you’re not ready.

Prepping Is Not Hoarding

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The Right Tool for the Job — And What to Do When You Don’t Have It | Episode 437

In 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 tool makes the job faster, safer, and cleaner. But what happens when you don’t have it? That’s where mindset and improvisation take over.

Why the Right Tool Matters

There’s a reason professio...

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Staying Safe: Threat Assessment and Common Sense Survival | Episode 436

In 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 not putting yourself in danger in the first place.

That’s where threat assessment comes in.

The Rule of Stupids

One of the oldest and most accurate rules in self-defense and survival circles is this:
Don’t go to s...

Legacy: What Will Outlast You? | Episode 435

In 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. What you build today can echo into generations — if you do it right.

The Tools That Outlive the Hand

A cheap plastic gadget breaks. A well-cared-for tool becomes an heirloom. When you hand down a hammer, a knife, or a cast iron skillet...

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Water Is Life: Backup Systems for SHTF Sanitation | Episode 434

In 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, and staying clean when the grid goes down.

Without a plan for water and sanitation, everything else you prep falls apart. So let’s fix that.

The Real Threat Isn’t Just Thirst — It’s Filth

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Take What You Want From Life | Episode 433

In 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 handed out. And sitting around waiting for a better life to show up isn’t a survival strategy — it’s a trap.

Survival Isn’t Passive — It’s Relentless

The same mindset that keeps you alive w...

Troubleshooting: The Survival Mindset of Finding and Fixing | Episode 432

In 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 problem, and make things work — even if the solution isn’t perfect.

Troubleshooting isn’t a skill you’re born with. It’s something you train. And it might just be the thing that saves your life.

Why Troubleshoot...

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Dutch Oven Cooking: Off-Grid Meals That Matter | Episode 431

In 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 after the microwave is dead and gone.

Whether you’re cooking in the backyard, out in the woods, or in a grid-down world, mastering the Dutch oven means you can bake, roast, fry, and stew like it’s 1820 — and not mi...

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Debt Is Cancer: Cut It Out Before Collapse | Episode 430

In 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 you’re serious about preparedness, you need to get serious about getting debt-free.

Why Debt Is a Threat to Prepping

Debt ties your survival to the system. It forces you to stay plugged into a fragile economy that could col

The Trades Over College: A Blueprint for Real-World Success | Episode 429

In 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 income, and the ability to thrive no matter what the economy throws at you, the trades are the path. And if I could go back, I’d walk that path from day one.

Why the College Path is Broken

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Trash Becomes Treasure: SHTF Repurposing Hacks | Episode 428

In 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 truth is, there’s a whole world of function hiding in the stuff most people throw away.

Trash becomes treasure when you train your eye to see use, not just waste.

Cans, Bottles, and DIY Utility

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