The Survival Podcast

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on the Epstein files, tax deductible guns, fitness, herbs, bitcoin, cooking, hail storms, mushrooms and more. Make sure if you submit content for an expert council show you do the following…. Email it to me at jack @ thesurvivalpodcast.com Put TSPC Expert in the subject line Ask you question and state the expert you have the question for in one coherent sentence Hit the return key a few times and then give all the details you think are necessary ` Following that procedure makes it about 100X more likely … Continue read...

Today Geoff Lawton returns to TSPC as part of our meet the expert council series. We will talk about Permaculture design and how new tools like AI are changing things for the better in the modern day. The power of podcasting for community building, rehabilitating deserts, new nursery techniques for tree propagation and more. Resources for today’s show… Find Me on Nostr Article Explaining the GrowNostr Initiative Join the Members Brigade TspAz.com TSPC on Discord TSPC Group on Telegram (group chat) TSPC Telegram Channel (just messages from me) Jack on MeWe Join Me on Odysee All My Recommend Bitc...

Today I welcome Michael Mercer to the show to discuss a powerful innovation in personal defense that addresses a growing concern for many Americans. Michael is a retired police officer with over 30 years of experience and the founder of F3Defense, a company that developed the world’s only patented vehicle-mounted pepper spray system. We’re seeing more incidents where people are attacked in or around their vehicles. Protestors block roads. Mobs surround cars. Sometimes these situations turn violent. Most of my audience is armed, but no one wants to use deadly force if it can be avoided. I’ve always...

Today we’re going to look at something every builder, creator, or doer runs into. Pushback from all directions: friends, family, customers, even total strangers. Sometimes it’s subtle. Sometimes it’s loud. And a lot of the time it comes from people who genuinely care about you but have no clue what you’re really working on. Add in pressure from the market or audience, and it gets messy fast. It can be hard to tell what’s worth listening to and what needs to be ignored completely. Friction isn’t always bad. Sometimes it exposes weak spots you should tight...

Today Sonny Puzikas joins us to discuss what he calls, “bringing back the culture of a man”. I have known Sonny a long time and I am excited to bring him on today to discuss the principles, discipline, and internal strength that define true masculinity, especially in contrast to what modern culture often promotes. Born in Soviet-era Lithuania in 1969, Sonny began his martial journey at the age of six, training in styles like Kyokushinkai, Judo, and boxing. He later served in a Soviet special forces unit, an experience that shaped his understanding of violence, leadership, and personal responsibility. After … Continue readin

Today John Willis and Nicole Sauce join me for our monthly First Tuesday Coffee Chat. As will be typical you just don’t know what will pop up in this episode. We will discuss a variety of current events, homestead and entrepreneurial topics. And of course take questions and comments from the live stream in real time. Resources for today’s show… Find Me on Nostr Article Explaining the GrowNostr Initiative Join the Members Brigade TspAz.com TSPC on Discord TSPC Group on Telegram (group chat) TSPC Telegram Channel (just messages from me) Jack on MeWe Join Me on Odysee All My...

In this episode, I walk you through eight of the biggest economic and technological shifts that are already in motion and will reshape everything by 2035. These aren’t pie-in-the-sky predictions or sci-fi dreams. These are real trends you can see unfolding right now if you’re paying attention. And more importantly, they’re not just about what’s coming—they’re about what you can do. Every disruption brings opportunity, if you’re ready to move. This episode is focused on how these shifts affect you directly. Not from a policy angle, not from a Wall Street analyst perspective, but from the groun...

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on foreign wars, the TOR browser, real estate, IRAs, fitness, wild foraging, carry gun ammo, bitcoin for mortgage loans and more. Make sure if you submit content for an expert council show you do the following…. Email it to me at jack @ thesurvivalpodcast.com Put TSPC Expert in the subject line Ask you question and state the expert you have the question for in one coherent sentence Hit the return key a few times and then give all the details you think are necessary ` Following that procedure makes … Continue read...

Expert council member Chris Rossini from the Ron Paul Liberty Report joins us today as part of the “Meet Your Expert Council Series” we have been doing. We will talk about the first half year of the Trump administration. The good the bad and the ugly along with what both of us think comes next. Join Chris and I today as we Discuss… Trumps start looked great but then fizzled out The current state of war in Iran and Ukraine Trump’s cabinet picks, the good and the bad How tariffs have been used so far, the potential fall out and … Co...

Ever feel like you’re being hustled, but you don’t quite have the ammo to call bullshit on the spot? That’s exactly what this episode is about. Whether it’s a dealership trying to upsell a $300 mystery fluid, a dentist pushing three surprise fillings, or a roofer claiming your whole system’s about to collapse, most of us have been there. You don’t know enough to fight back confidently, so you either cave or walk away pissed off, still unsure. I’m not here to rant. I’m here to give you a tool.  In this episode, I introduce the C...

Today I answer and respond to a variety of topics from you guys via email and social media. We have a big mix of stuff today, some really good news, some not so great news, bitcoin questions, gardening and composting questions and more. Join Me Today as I Respond to Your Questions and Comments On… The Orangeman done went and bombed Iraq, what happens next? Governor Abbott vetoed a bill no one thought he would and it is a damn good veto – link The Stable Coin Bill is law, (aka GENIUS Act) and now it will begin to produce … Continue readin

In this episode I was joined by Dave Whitinger is the founder of many websites, most notably DavesGarden.com and AllThingsPlants.com.  Thousands of gardeners around the world use his websites for researching gardening information. Dave is widely recognized as a leading figure in the online world of gardening. He’s the current president of his local master gardener association and lives a mostly self-reliant existence with his family on 90 acres in East Texas. He joins us today to discuss the history of Dave’s Garden and his new and dramatically improved website, All Things Plants. We will also be discus...

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on foreign wars, business vehicles, riots and civil unrest, septic systems, whiskey history, bitcoin and more. Make sure if you submit content for an expert council show you do the following…. Email it to me at jack @ thesurvivalpodcast.com Put TSPC Expert in the subject line Ask you question and state the expert you have the question for in one coherent sentence Hit the return key a few times and then give all the details you think are necessary ` Following that procedure makes it about 100X more likely … Continue read...

Today we continue our “Meet Your Expert Council Series” and welcome my good friend Joel Ryals to TSPC. Joel is a combat veteran, a family man, and a highly respected authority in both dog training & protection dogs. He’s not just someone who trains dogs, he breeds and builds reliable, loyal canine protectors from the ground up. Our dog Belle is a perfect example of that, she is an amazing girl, that we got from Joel as a pup. Whether you’re looking to safeguard your home or simply want to understand what makes protection dogs different from typical pets, Joel … C...

Most people get fired up about problems without ever asking if what they are looking at is actually the problem or just a symptom of something deeper. It is easier to get mad at what is visible than to trace it back to the cause. But if you are always treating symptoms, all you are really doing is staying sick in a slightly more comfortable way. In this episode, I walk through three examples that almost everyone is familiar with. Healthcare, college, and housing. These are not the only places this shows up, they are just easy to see. The … Co...

People love to say they’ve got a great idea, how it’s going to change everything, make them rich, or finally set them free. The problem is, most of them never do a damn thing with it. They talk, they plan, they wait, and nothing happens.  I’ve had great ideas too. One could’ve made real money. I did nothing with it. That’s not a lesson, it’s a warning. An idea without action is worthless. Worse, it becomes life cancer, the habit of telling yourself you’ll get to it someday. That habit stacks up. It drags down your...

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on government promises, tax strategy, physical fitness, a summer stock sell off, foraging elderberry, the “No Kings” protests and more. Make sure if you submit content for an expert council show you do the following…. Email it to me at jack @ thesurvivalpodcast.com Put TSPC Expert in the subject line Ask you question and state the expert you have the question for in one coherent sentence Hit the return key a few times and then give all the details you think are necessary ` Following that procedure makes it … Continue reading

Join Expert Council Member Ryan Steva and I today to discuss the common pitfalls that can derail your homesteading journey before it even gets going. Ryan is a professional homestead consultant with boots-on-the-ground experience helping people turn raw land into thriving, resilient systems. He’s been through it all—personally and professionally—and today he’s sharing hard-won lessons from both sides of the fence. We dig into why people burn out, what causes projects to stall, and how things like perfectionism or overcommitting can sabotage even the best intentions. From water flow to workflow, we’ll unpack how subtle design dec...

Today we talk about the LA riots and how they are already spreading to other cities.  Of course this is all 100% coordinated centrally planned.  We will talk about what “nothing stops this train” really means and why it is not a good thing. Then what you can do about all this as to building a better future for yourself and end with a harsh dose of reality.  Today’s episode is not for the feint of heart, those clinging to denial or anyone who wants someone else to fix their problems.  In many ways this will be a “vintage TSPC … Continue readi

Today we’re diving into one of the most overlooked but powerful tools in the self-reliance toolbox: growing mushrooms at home. Not some niche hobby, not some weird hippie project, but a legitimate food production system you can run in your kitchen, spare room, or even a closet. Fast results, scalable, cheap to start, and packed with benefits most people never even think about. We’re talking about a complete protein that grows on trash, in small spaces, with little more than humidity, light, and time. Mushrooms like oyster and lion’s mane can replace grocery store purchases and even mimic...

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on government waste, GPS fencing, foraging edible plants, cooking, insurance, becoming a recognized expert and more. Make sure if you submit content for an expert council show you do the following…. Email it to me at jack @ thesurvivalpodcast.com Put TSPC Expert in the subject line Ask you question and state the expert you have the question for in one coherent sentence Hit the return key a few times and then give all the details you think are necessary ` Following that procedure makes it about 100X more likely … Continue read...

Joe Alton, MD is an actively-licensed physician, medical preparedness advocate, and retired Fellow of the American College of Surgeons and Life fellow of the American College of OB/GYN. Amy Alton, ARNP, CNM is an actively-licensed advanced practice nurse practitioner and certified nurse midwife. Together, they are the NY Times/Amazon bestselling authors of various books, including the Book Excellence Award winners: The Survival Medicine Handbook: The Essential Guide For When Help Is NOT On The Way, Alton’s Antibiotics and Infectious Disease, and other books. They have also been contributors to magazines in the survival, homesteading, and preparedness genre. Th...

Today John Willis and Nicole Sauce join me for our monthly First Tuesday Coffee Chat. As will be typical you just don’t know what will pop up in this episode. We will discuss a variety of current events, homestead and entrepreneurial topics. And of course take questions and comments from the live stream in real time. Resources for today’s show… Find Me on Nostr Article Explaining the GrowNostr Initiative Join the Members Brigade TspAz.com TSPC on Discord TSPC Group on Telegram (group chat) TSPC Telegram Channel (just messages from me) Jack on MeWe Join Me on Odysee All My...

When I talk to people and they ask what I do and I tell them I run a podcast I get three very common questions…. How do you make money doing that? What is your podcast about? What is it called? ` When I answer that third question with “The Survival Podcast”, it almost always starts a conversation that begins with some quite inaccurate assumptions by the person I am talking to.  Whether they are of a prepper mind set or not it tends to be the same angle.  “End of the world” type stuff.  I instantly shift into explaining … Continue reading →

In this episode I welcomed Greg Yows to The Survival Podcast.  Greg is a great friend to both the show and me personally.  Together we wrote “The Revolution is You” our show theme. When asked about himself Greg says, “I am a simple songwriter. The hippies in the 60s had their “protest” bards in the form of Bob Dylan, The Byrds, Janice Joplin, John Lennon, Joan Baez…the list goes on. Now, I ain’t claimin’ to have their skill. But I have just as much passion for my cause. And that cause is making sure my kids enjoy freedom from the … Continu

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on the Ukraine war, wildlife land management, eye surgery, taxes, guns & optics, an era of extreme opportunity and more. Make sure if you submit content for an expert council show you do the following…. Email it to me at jack @ thesurvivalpodcast.com Put TSPC Expert in the subject line Ask you question and state the expert you have the question for in one coherent sentence Hit the return key a few times and then give all the details you think are necessary ` Following that procedure makes it … Continue reading →

Nick Ferguson, founder of Homegrown Liberty, is a seasoned homesteader and educator who has been a personal friend of mine for at least a decade now. A long-time Survival Podcast community member, Nick has taught at nearly every Fall Workshop, sharing practical homesteading solutions. His approach focuses on actionable and practical systems solutions, distinct from Permaculture’s activist scope, saving clients tens of thousands through smart property design. Nick runs Rare Plant Store (www.rareplantstore.com) for sustainable plants and is building a Texas teaching hub and demonstration site. Nick empowers families to create resilient homesteads, with the ethos of no...

Today I answer and respond to a variety of topics from you guys via email and social media. Today we talk amending soil, entrepreneurship, using AI and the new AI course, composing, biochar, the return of technical training in high school and more. Join Me Today as I Respond to Your Questions and Comments On… The new AI Course is going on sale Thursday at 10 AM CST – Get on the Email List An update about my book, Laws of LIfe Amending the soil of a new raised bed Filling a new raised bed with specific available materials Ratios … Continue reading →

TSPC will return tomorrow, I take this day off with my family like most of America and I leave you with these thoughts on this day. Today is Memorial Day and I wanted to take a moment to remind everyone today of what Memorial Day is really all about. Many well meaning people even get it wrong in a way. My inbox tends to fill up with “thanks for your service” emails around Memorial Day. I appreciate it, there is nothing wrong with thanking a vet today, yet it is not really the day to thank vets many seem to … Contin...

In this episode I was joined by Steve Kasarda who had started, built, owned and sold 3 nurseries. Now he grows for market (show theme) and manufactures greenhouses. He joined us to discuss “growing for market” without spending thousands of dollars. In this episode Steve and I went into a wide range of topics centered around greenhouse growing and turning gardening into a profitable venture. We discussed the fundamentals of greenhouse and poly tunnel use, from managing soils and plant starts to maintaining ideal grow temperatures and using supplemental heat when necessary. We also explored the steps to getting started … Continue readin

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on the golden dome, taxes, guns, plants, chainsaw mills, cooking, the big beautiful bill and more. Make sure if you submit content for an expert council show you do the following…. Email it to me at jack @ thesurvivalpodcast.com Put TSPC Expert in the subject line Ask you question and state the expert you have the question for in one coherent sentence Hit the return key a few times and then give all the details you think are necessary ` Following that procedure makes it about 100X more likely … Continue read...

Today we discuss using mushrooms to heal our damaged soils and our damaged bodies with Sean Hawkins. Shawn and his wife will talk about their journey and the role mushrooms have played in it. Sean Hawkins is a certified “Soil-Smith” and educator of JADAM & Korean Natural Farming practices. He has 15 years experience in greenhouse management; growing a variety of indoor crops, microgreens, and flowers. Jen Hawkins spent 8 years working for one of the largest pharmaceutical compounding companies in the world. In 2020, during the authoritarian over-reaction to Covid, Sean used his agricultural experience and community resources to … Continue reading →

Join us today as we discuss a lot of current events and attempt to decipher them. Today we talk about Biden’s cancer surprise, mass school closures, Russia’s GDP collapse, JP Morgan’s 180 on Bitcoin, the Genius Act, Biochar going main stream and more. Join Me Today as we Discuss… The collapse of public education continues – Ft. Worth closing 18 schools – link The Biden cancer announcement is a case study in propaganda – link Why did Russias GDP collapse by 75% since Trump took office, one word oil – link 1 – link 2 JP Morgan and Jamie Dimon … Continue reading →

Join us today as we discuss five of the biggest challenges facing the US economy and what you can actually do about them. From national debt to broken supply chains to the housing mess, we’ll look at where the system is failing and how the so-called solutions usually miss the mark. More importantly, we’ll break down steps you can take to sidestep the fallout and build something stronger for yourself and your family. If you’re tired of waiting on the government to fix what it keeps screwing up, this one’s for you. Join Me Today as we Discu...

In this episode I was joined by Jeff Wheatley who had over 15 years experience selling, installing, and servicing Hearth appliances (Stoves, Inserts, & Fireplaces) in 3 major fuel types: Woodburning, LP & NG Burning, and Pellet Burning. He joined us to discuss the safe install & use of wood stoves.  He also provides us with tips on how to get the best efficiency, the most heat, the least creosote, the easiest maintenance, and the safest operation from your wood stove. In this episode Jeff and I discussed several key aspects of woodstove installation and use. We kicked things off … Continue reading →

Today on The Survival Podcast the expert council answers your questions on government spending, the economy, foraging, silvopasture, budget guns, body armor, black out kits and more. Make sure if you submit content for an expert council show you do the following…. Email it to me at jack @ thesurvivalpodcast.com Put TSPC Expert in the subject line Ask you question and state the expert you have the question for in one coherent sentence Hit the return key a few times and then give all the details you think are necessary ` Following that procedure makes it about 100X more likely … Continue read...

In today’s episode of our “Get to Know Your Expert Council” series, we’re talking taxes—but not the way your CPA would. Matthew Sercely of Agorist Tax Advice joins us to break down how feral humans can play the money game without selling out or ending up in hot water. Matthew isn’t just some guy with opinions. He’s a legit tax advisor with a law background who works with real-world clients—from solopreneurs to medical pros—helping them keep more of their money and stay out of the IRS’s crosshairs. If you’re trying to live free, earn on you...

Today we dig into one of the most liberating topics out there, building your own business.  This episode digs into deep business principles so if you already have or run a business it will be helpful as well.  What we discuss today will not be  theory or hype, just a clear look at how to choose the right type of business for you. Most people get stuck before they start because they think the world of entrepreneurship is too big, too risky, or too complicated. But the truth is, there’s never been a better time to take the leap. We …...

Today we discuss the hard truth most people don’t want to hear — freedom isn’t something you vote for, it’s something you take. You can scream at the sky, protest bad laws, and hope the next election changes things, but if you’re waiting on permission to live free, you’re already in chains. In this episode, I lay out what it actually looks like to take freedom back into your own hands — one area at a time. We’ll hit the big ones: food, money, speech, time, health, education, and more. You want food freedom? Grow your own and stop ask...

In this episode I was joined by Joel Salatin.  We discussed some of the biggest challenges to small producers today, how can farmers transition from traditional agriculture to more natural production and increase profits at the same time. We also talked about how homesteaders can adapt some of Joel’s techniques raising small livestock like poultry and rabbits and the importance of ethical slaughter.  We then moved in to leader follower grazing systems, helping our local producers and a ton more. Today’s episode of Friday Flashbacks was originally published on 12-16-11 and was originally Episode-805- Joel Salatin from P...