The Privacy and Freedom Podcast

In to days episode we discuss the impacts of food production caused by the war in Iran. Natural gas from the middle east is a key component in chemical fertilizers. What would a world without chemical fertilizers look like? How long would it take us to convert to regenerative farming practices? Are you prepared for the disruptions in toxic agriculture? What are some practical steps you can take to...

Selco Begovic - Survivor of the Balkan War - SHTF Expert!  PART 2 Interview Selco Begovic, a survivor of the tumultuous Balkan war in the 1990s, endured the daunting challenges of living in a besieged city without access to necessities like electricity, running water, and food distribution. Today, he shares his firsthand experiences through physical courses, offering invaluable insights for those...

Patrick with @griddowncomms - Winter Storm Fern Patrick with @griddowncomms takes the microphone again for an after-action report on winter storm Fern and a few rants along the way. In the communications portion of today's show, we discuss shortcomings of some popular but perhaps misguided online communications advice. Next up, we discuss the political impact of disasters. In this case, Winter...

Selco Begovic - Survivor of the Balkan War - SHTF Expert!  PART 1 Interview Selco Begovic, a survivor of the tumultuous Balkan war in the 1990s, endured the daunting challenges of living in a besieged city without access to necessities like electricity, running water, and food distribution. Today, he shares his firsthand experiences through physical courses, offering invaluable insights for those...

In today's episode, Patrick with Grid Down Comms Up discusses winter preps and observations from last week's Verizon Wireless outage. With a massive winter storm on the horizon, determining how much heat and fuel you need is critical to being prepared. Electricity for critical power needs from batteries and generators can keep us operational and provide a bit of normalcy. Are you ready? Ob...

Selco Begovic, a survivor of the tumultuous Balkan war in the 1990s, endured the daunting challenges of living in a besieged city without access to basic necessities like electricity, running water, and food distribution. Today, he shares his firsthand experiences through physical courses, offering invaluable insights for those eager to learn from his real-life ordeal. Through his online writings,...

Dr. Arthur Bradley - NASA Engineer & EMP / CME Expert Dr. Arthur Bradley is a NASA engineer and the bestselling author of the Handbook to Practical Disaster Preparedness for the Family, the Prepper's Instruction Manual, Disaster Preparedness for EMP Attacks and Solar Storms, and the post-apocalyptic series, The Survivalist. Visit him online for free disaster preparedness information at htt...

Privacy Email — Taking Control of YourInbox In this episode of The Privacy & Freedom Podcast , ForrestGarvin pulls back the curtain on one of the most overlooked privacyvulnerabilities — your email address . That single piece of digitalidentity connects your banking, shopping, social media, and even governmentrecords. If your email isn’t private, nothing else truly is. Forrest breaks down why...

Anonymous LLCs — Separating Your Namefrom Your Assets In this episode of The Privacy & Freedom Podcast , ForrestGarvin takes you deep into one of the most powerful — and misunderstood — toolsfor modern privacy and asset protection: the Anonymous LLC . Also knownas a “Ghost LLC,” this structure allows you to legally own property,businesses, and assets without your personal name appearing on pub...

Your Car Is Spying on You In this episode of The Privacy & Freedom Podcast , ForrestGarvin exposes a truth most people never consider — your car is one ofthe most powerful surveillance devices you own. From built-in GPS trackers andmicrophones to data-sharing apps and telematics, modern vehicles quietlycollect your movements, contacts, driving habits, and even conversations. Forrest breaks dow...

This special “Spy Christmas” episode is your complete holiday guide to the best privacy, security, and spy-themed gear of the year. Forrest breaks down over 30 hand-picked tools and gadgets for anyone who loves preparedness, digital security, or covert everyday carry. Whether you’re protecting your home, securing your digital life, or shopping for the privacy-minded person in your life, this episo...

Having the Privacy Mindset In this episode of The Privacy & Freedom Podcast , ForrestGarvin dives into the foundation of digital privacy — the mindset .Before you install a VPN, delete social accounts, or buy a Faraday bag, youmust first understand how to think privately in a world built to watch you. Forrest explains why true privacy starts with awareness, discipline, andintention — not gadge...

Podcast Summary – Prepping Academy Podcast: “VPNs Explained – The First Line of Defense for Online Privacy” In this powerful episode of The Prepping Academy Podcast , host Forrest Garvin exposes the truth about VPNs (Virtual Private Networks) — what they really do, how they work, and which ones you can actually trust. As online tracking, censorship, and surveillance continue to rise, using a VPN h...

Podcast Summary – Prepping Academy Podcast: “The Truth About Internet Browsers – Which Ones Keep You Safe?” In this episode of The Prepping Academy Podcast , host Forrest Garvin breaks down one of the most overlooked areas of online privacy — your internet browser . Every click, search, and website visit leaves a digital trail, and your browser is often the biggest source of data collection, track...

In this week’s episode of The Prepping Academy Podcast , we dive deep into the world of data breaches, cyberattacks, and online privacy — and what you can do right now to protect yourself. From the latest major corporate hacks to the quiet data leaks that expose your personal information on the dark web, we break down the biggest threats of 2025 and how they impact preppers, patriots, and everyday...

Privacy and Freedom Podcast – WhatsApp Whistleblower, Alexa Privacy Change, and New Tools In this week’s Privacy and Freedom Podcast , we dig into thelatest news shaping your personal privacy and digital freedom. Fromwhistleblower lawsuits to smart home warnings, here’s what you need to know tostay protected online. We begin with the WhatsApp whistleblowerlawsuit against Meta . A former security c...

Privacy and Freedom Podcast – In this episode of the Privacy and Freedom Podcast , weexplore the latest stories shaping your personal privacy and digital freedom. From lawsuits against Big Tech to new privacy tools you can use today, thisepisode is packed with practical insights and updates. We start with the Public ServiceAlliance’s new privacy marketplace , giving over 23 milliongovernment worke...

Protecting Your Digital Life: Privacy, Crypto, and Creating Freedom in 2025In this episode of The Privacy and Freedom Podcast, we deliver an unfiltered look at the growing need for digital protection, financial sovereignty, and entrepreneurial independence in a rapidly changing world. This power-packed episode features five focused segments, each tackling a crucial piece of the puzzle for anyone s...

Privacy and Freedom Podcast – Episode Recap: Privacy Under Fire, Crypto Week, and Home-Based Business Growth In this episode of the Privacy and Freedom Podcast , Forrest Garvin covers urgent developments in online privacy, major U.S. crypto legislation, and the surge in home-based businesses. Privacy under threat: The EU’s new “ProtectEU” plan aims to give law enforcement access to encrypted messa...

Podcast Summary: Prepper Camp 2025 Preview with James Walton & Forrest Garvin In this energetic episode of The Prepper Broadcasting Network , host James Walton sits down with preparedness leader Forrest Garvin to deliver an insider’s look at Prepper Camp 2025 https://www.preppercamp.com/ , happening September 26–28, 2025, in Saluda, North Carolina . Over roughly thirty minutes, the conversatio...

In this episode of the Privacy & Freedom Podcast , we cover a powerful mix of patriotism, protests, digital security, and the growing momentum in crypto. We kick things off with a celebration of American strength—the U.S. Army’s 250th Birthday Parade held on June 14, 2025. It landed perfectly on Flag Day and President Trump’s 79th birthday. This event was nothing short of incredible: over 6,00...

Data Breaches, Crypto Scams, and Digital PreparednessWelcome to the Privacy and Freedom Podcast—your essential guide to staying secure in the digital age. In this episode, we dive into recent data breaches, crypto scams, and smart tools to protect your privacy and investments. First, we break down the AT&T data breach that hit in June 2025, exposing 86 million customer records—including decryp...

Podcast Summary: Privacy and Freedom Podcast Episode 4: Side Hustles that Survive Recessions Welcome back to the Privacy and Freedom Podcast! In this powerful episode, we dive deep into why tough times are on the horizon—and what you can do to thrive, not just survive. The U.S. economy shrank by 0.2% this year, and layoffs are happening across big companies like Walmart, Morgan Stanley, and Pfizer...

Podcast Episode #3: Music Meets Mission: The Story Behind Our Theme Song In this short but powerful episode, host Forrest Garvin introduces the official theme song of The Privacy and Freedom Podcast. Created using cutting-edge AI from Suno.com, this anthem captures the heart of the show’s mission: helping you reclaim your privacy, protect your data, and live free from the control of Big Tech, gove...

Podcast Episode #2: My Story, Part 2: From Corporate to Counter-Surveillance In Part 2 of Forrest Garvin’s powerful origin story, we dive deeper into his transformation from corporate insider to one of America’s leading voices for privacy and personal freedom. This episode uncovers the moment Forrest realized just how deeply the system is designed to track, control, and manipulate—through data col...