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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. Shelter Before Fire (Why You’ve Been Prioritizing It Wrong) | Episode 610...

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. What’s Actually Wrong With Me (And Why It Matters for Survival) | Episode 609 "What’s...

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. Fire Starting Under Real Conditions | Episode 608 "Fire Starting Under Real Conditions | E...

  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 […] The post You’re Not Broke — You’re Leaking Money Everywhere | Episode 607 appeared first on Survivalpunk .

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. Prepping Is Mostly Procrastination &#124...

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 he...

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 y...

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,...

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. 10 Tools That Solve 90% of Your Problems (Part 1) | Episode 602 "10 Tools That Solve 90% of Your Problems (Part 1) | Episode 6...

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 f...

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 ef...

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. What Happens When Replacement Parts Disappear? | Episode 599 "What Happens When Replacement Parts Disappear...

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. Stuck Where You Are...

Sleep is a critical survival skill. Poor sleep wrecks health, judgment, and resilience. Fix it before it fixes you. Episode 596. Sleep Is a Survival Skill | Episode 596 "Sleep Is a Survival Skill | Episode 596" The post Sleep Is a Survival Skill | Episode 596 appeared first on Survivalpunk .

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. "The 5 Skills That Eliminate Most Emergencies | Episode 595" The post The 5 Skills That Eliminate Most Emergencies | Episode 595 appeared first on Survivalpun...

The subscription economy is draining your money and freedom. Why owning your stuff matters more than ever. Episode 594. The Subscription Life Trap | Episode 594 "The Subscription Life Trap | Episode 594" The post The Subscription Life Trap | Episode 594 appeared first on Survivalpunk .

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. "California Wants to Ban 3D Printers | Episode 593" The post California Wants to Ban 3D Printers | Episode 593 appeared first on Survivalp...

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. "Get Strong or Get Left Behind | Episode 592" The post Get Strong or Get Left Behind | Episode...

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. "Best States for Survival (And Why It’s Complicated) | Episode 584" The p...

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. "Shrinkflation Is Robbing You Blind | Episode...