Steve Barker

Survive When It Counts

From survival basics to expert fieldcraft, this podcast builds confidence, judgement, and practical skill step by step. It covers mindset, water, fire, shelter, navigation, first aid, harsh environments, urban readiness, tracking, leadership, escape, and long-term planning. Ideal for beginners and seasoned outdoors people alike facing pressure, uncertainty, and hostile conditions. Go to Books Central: https://bookscentral.co.uk/

Author

Steve Barker

Category

Technology

Podcast website

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Latest episode

Jul 11, 2026

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Episodes

Wild Food Foraging 15.04.2026

When people think about survival, they often picture fire, shelter, or navigation. But in the real world, one of the most valuable skills you can learn is how to identify and safely use food that’s already growing around you. That’s what wild food foraging is all about: noticing what nature offers, understanding what is actually edible, and avoiding the very real risks that come with guesswork. In...

Weather Reading 15.04.2026

When you’re out in the field, weather reading is more than a useful skill. It can be the difference between a manageable day and a dangerous one. Clear skies can change fast, and what looks like a harmless breeze can be the first warning sign of a storm, a temperature drop, or worsening conditions ahead. In this episode, we’re breaking down how to read the sky, the wind, the air, and the landscape...

First Aid Skills 15.04.2026

When people think about survival, they often picture fire, shelter, or a knife in the hand. But one of the most important survival tools is far less dramatic: knowing what to do when someone gets hurt. In this episode, we’re talking about first aid skills, and why they matter whether you’re deep in the backcountry, dealing with a roadside emergency, or simply trying to stay calm when the unexpecte...

Emergency Signalling 15.04.2026

When you’re in trouble in the outdoors, getting found can matter just as much as finding water, shelter, or fire. That’s why emergency signalling is one of the most important survival skills to learn early. If you can make your location obvious, communicate your situation clearly, and conserve energy while doing it, you improve your chances dramatically. In this episode, we’re breaking down the es...

Navigation Skills 15.04.2026

When people talk about survival, they often jump straight to fire, shelter, or food. But in a real emergency, one of the most valuable abilities you can have is navigation skills. Knowing where you are, where you’re going, and how to get there without panic can save time, energy, and sometimes your life. In this episode, we’re breaking down why navigation matters, what tools you should understand,...

Shelter Building 15.04.2026

If there’s one survival skill that pays for itself fast, it’s shelter building. Before you worry about gear, food, or fancy tools, you need a way to protect yourself from wind, rain, sun, cold, and fatigue. A good shelter doesn’t have to be elaborate. In fact, the best shelter is often the one you can build quickly, with the materials around you, while staying calm and conserving energy. In this e...

Fire Starting 15.04.2026

When people think about survival, they often imagine dramatic rescues, rugged landscapes, or extreme weather. But in the field, one of the most important skills is much simpler: fire starting. A good fire can give you warmth, reduce stress, dry clothing, purify water, signal for help, and boost morale when conditions get difficult. In this episode, we’re breaking down fire starting as a practical...

Survival Skills For 15.04.2026

A practical episode about survival skills for. Sponsor: Find the book on Amazon and Books Central Website

Water Purification 15.04.2026

When people think about survival, they often picture fire, shelter, or navigation. But the truth is simple: if you don’t have safe water, nothing else matters for long. In this episode, we’re talking about water purification, one of the most important survival skills you can learn. Whether you’re camping deep in the woods, dealing with an emergency at home, or trying to make sense of a questionabl...

Survival Mindset 13.04.2026

A practical episode about survival mindset. Sponsor: Find the book on Amazon and Books Central Website

Disaster Preparedness 13.04.2026

A practical episode about disaster preparedness. Sponsor: Find the book on Amazon and Books Central Website

Outdoor Survival 13.04.2026

A practical episode about outdoor survival. Sponsor: Find the book on Amazon and Books Central Website

Survival Basics 02.04.2026

A practical episode about survival basics. Sponsor: Find the book on Amazon and Books Central Website

Survival Skills 27.03.2026

A practical episode about survival skills. Sponsor: Find the book on Amazon and Books Central Website

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