http://www.todayssurvival.com Do what you can, with what you have, where you are. Mon, 10 Jun 2013 04:31:30 +0000 en-US hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.4.2 Common sense preparedness and survival discussion Bob Mayne no 2012 Today's Survival Show Common Sense Survival preparedness,survival,guns,outdoor,survivalism,self,reliance,pistol,rifle http://a2.twimg.com/profile_images/1533922793/TSS_Logo_v1_SML.jpg http://www.todayssurvival.com San Antonio, Texas Weekly http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-214-teamwork-survival/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-214-teamwork-survival/#comments Fri, 07 Jun 2013 23:25:02 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1982 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-214-teamwork-survival/feed/ 0 Food Storage,Mindset,Survival Teamwork Most common sense preppers understand that having a survival partner to help you make the lifestyle changes, is a huge advantage. This episode is about Joe and Dave in NE Texas and the partnership that they've built with their families. Most common sense preppers understand that having a survival partner to help you make the lifestyle changes, is a huge advantage. This episode is about Joe and Dave in NE Texas and the partnership that they've built with their families. They get together and they also organize prepper team meetings. So I interviewed both of them about how they work together as a team and what they practice, learn and train, with their team. Bob Mayne no 56:42 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-213-survival-pest-control/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-213-survival-pest-control/#comments Fri, 31 May 2013 12:32:27 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1979 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-213-survival-pest-control/feed/ 0 Family Survival,Mindset,Skills So you do a good job of storing food and the pests get into it, eat it, contaminate it and destroy it. Now what? Even after the SHTF it will be important to keep everything sanitized as best as you can. This episode, So you do a good job of storing food and the pests get into it, eat it, contaminate it and destroy it. Now what? Even after the SHTF it will be important to keep everything sanitized as best as you can. This episode, I'm joined by Matt Czosnek to discuss pest control. Links: Non Toxic Pest Control Diatomaceaous Earth Bob Mayne no 60:14 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-212-building-a-basic-survival-list/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-212-building-a-basic-survival-list/#comments Fri, 17 May 2013 06:00:29 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1975 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-212-building-a-basic-survival-list/feed/ 0 Bartering,Family Survival,Finances,Mindset,Why Prepare? This episode is primarily for new preppers. I've received requests to do a podcast on how to start building a survival list. So in this episode I discuss how I started, which might help you. This is a good episode to forward to those who are new to per... This episode is primarily for new preppers. I've received requests to do a podcast on how to start building a survival list. So in this episode I discuss how I started, which might help you. This is a good episode to forward to those who are new to personal responsibility and modern survivalism. Bob Mayne no 37:47 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-211-did-we-temporarily-have-a-police-state/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-211-did-we-temporarily-have-a-police-state/#comments Fri, 03 May 2013 06:00:01 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1972 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-211-did-we-temporarily-have-a-police-state/feed/ 1 Government,Terrorism,Threat assessment Recently after the Boston bombing, law enforcement and government officials went on a manhunt. It sparked a lot of controversy and some felt that a police state, with abuse of power was disturbing. Is this a sign of things to come after disasters? Recently after the Boston bombing, law enforcement and government officials went on a manhunt. It sparked a lot of controversy and some felt that a police state, with abuse of power was disturbing. Is this a sign of things to come after disasters? Glen Tate, author of the book series "299 Days" is my guest to discuss it. Links: US Oath of Allegiance Glen Tate's Book Series Bob Mayne no 45:45 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-210-the-pain-of-discipline-or-the-pain-of-regret/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-210-the-pain-of-discipline-or-the-pain-of-regret/#comments Fri, 26 Apr 2013 06:00:15 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1969 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-210-the-pain-of-discipline-or-the-pain-of-regret/feed/ 0 Well, TSHTF in my family in a very big way. So now I'm left with picking up with relying on my preparations. I'll need to rely on my supplies, but also my money and attitude preparations. Once I finally came out of my fog and depression, Well, TSHTF in my family in a very big way. So now I'm left with picking up with relying on my preparations. I'll need to rely on my supplies, but also my money and attitude preparations. Once I finally came out of my fog and depression, I started thinking about the types of pain I'm feeling. It came down to the pain of discipline or regret. And you'll be interested to know how these are both survival subjects. Bob Mayne no 25:12 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-209-the-value-of-skills/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-209-the-value-of-skills/#comments Fri, 12 Apr 2013 06:00:27 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1966 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-209-the-value-of-skills/feed/ 1 Bartering,Family Survival,Mindset,Skills,Why Prepare? Have you ever put a value on your skills? Even if no disaster happens, your skills are worth something and can be traded or bartered. So this episode is about identifying your skill set and the value of it. Also, Have you ever put a value on your skills? Even if no disaster happens, your skills are worth something and can be traded or bartered. So this episode is about identifying your skill set and the value of it. Also, it's about how it can help you in a survival/preparedness situation! Links: The Barter Value of Skills Top Post Collapse Barter Items and Trade Skills Bob Mayne no 48:34 http://www.todayssurvival.com/no-show-this-week/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/no-show-this-week/#comments Fri, 05 Apr 2013 16:52:07 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1963 http://www.todayssurvival.com/no-show-this-week/feed/ 0 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-208-fitness-preps/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-208-fitness-preps/#comments Fri, 29 Mar 2013 17:16:15 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1959 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-208-fitness-preps/feed/ 0 Fitness,Mindset This week I discuss some ideas on staying physically fit and why it's important for survival and prepping. This week I discuss some ideas on staying physically fit and why it's important for survival and prepping. Bob Mayne no 22:06 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-207-disaster-survivor-testimonial/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-207-disaster-survivor-testimonial/#comments Fri, 22 Mar 2013 06:00:37 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1952 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-207-disaster-survivor-testimonial/feed/ 0 Disaster testimonial,Emergency Bag,Emergency Equipment,Mindset,Situational Awareness David Malin was in an earthquake. This episode is an account of what happened and how he survived through it and what tools and supplies paid off during that time. - Blast Matches David Malin was in an earthquake. This episode is an account of what happened and how he survived through it and what tools and supplies paid off during that time. Blast Matches Bob Mayne no 57:07 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-206-primitive-living-meets-daily-life/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-206-primitive-living-meets-daily-life/#comments Fri, 15 Mar 2013 06:00:58 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1939 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-206-primitive-living-meets-daily-life/feed/ 0 Mindset,Primitive Living Skills,Survival Schools Some people don't think primitive living skills have any place in today's culture. This episode is about why they do. And how they do. I interviewed White Bear (his name) from Primitive Living Skills School, LLC. Some people don't think primitive living skills have any place in today's culture. This episode is about why they do. And how they do. I interviewed White Bear (his name) from Primitive Living Skills School, LLC. He tells us how to apply his primitive living teaching to every day life. Links: http://www.youtube.com/barefootbushrat http://www.youtube.com/primitiveliving Primitive Living Skills Website Bob Mayne no 53:17 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-205-but-out-truck/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-205-but-out-truck/#comments Fri, 08 Mar 2013 06:00:01 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1933 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-205-but-out-truck/feed/ 1 Vehicle Preparedness How do you prepare your vehicle? This week, Zach and Jeff from Bug Out Truck join me for an excellent interview. We discussed how to prepare your vehicle for bugging out or just every day preparedness. - Links: - www.bugouttruck.com How do you prepare your vehicle? This week, Zach and Jeff from Bug Out Truck join me for an excellent interview. We discussed how to prepare your vehicle for bugging out or just every day preparedness. Links: www.bugouttruck.com Bob Mayne no 54:11 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-204-unrealistic-mentality/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-204-unrealistic-mentality/#comments Fri, 01 Mar 2013 06:00:43 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1930 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-204-unrealistic-mentality/feed/ 0 What is a common sense prepper/survivalist? I'll define that in this episode. Some people have a very unrealistic mentality of what common sense survivalism is all about. So this is an episode you can play for someone who might not be completely on boa... What is a common sense prepper/survivalist? I'll define that in this episode. Some people have a very unrealistic mentality of what common sense survivalism is all about. So this is an episode you can play for someone who might not be completely on board with prepping due to the stigma it has. Links: The Unrealistic Mentality of the Modern Survivalist on the Survival Blog Surviving in Argentina Bob Mayne no 38:39 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-203-understanding-shtf-communications-without-being-an-engineer/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-203-understanding-shtf-communications-without-being-an-engineer/#comments Fri, 22 Feb 2013 23:14:40 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1928 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-203-understanding-shtf-communications-without-being-an-engineer/feed/ 0 Emergency Bag,Emergency Communications David Malin, Emergency Manager at the Port of Los Angeles, shares his knowledge on how to understand SHTF communications without being an engineer. - Links: - Ohms Law - Watt - Frequency and wavelength - Antenna's, Antenna's, Antenna's - David Malin, Emergency Manager at the Port of Los Angeles, shares his knowledge on how to understand SHTF communications without being an engineer. Links: Ohms Law Watt Frequency and wavelength Antenna's, Antenna's, Antenna's Effective Radiated Power Standing Wave Radio Simplex vs Duplex Radio Wave Propogation CB Frequencies FRS/GMRS Frequencies Bob Mayne no 76:11 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-202-an-insiders-perspective-on-gun-control/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-202-an-insiders-perspective-on-gun-control/#comments Fri, 15 Feb 2013 06:00:36 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1925 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-202-an-insiders-perspective-on-gun-control/feed/ 0 Government,Mindset You always need to know what your government is doing. Most of the time they try to keep their intentions secret. But in America, the drumbeat of gun control is no secret. They've made their intentions fully known. But can they really pull it off? You always need to know what your government is doing. Most of the time they try to keep their intentions secret. But in America, the drumbeat of gun control is no secret. They've made their intentions fully known. But can they really pull it off? Or are their wishes just wishful thinking? Glen Tate joins me to discuss it. Links: "299 Days Book Series" Bob Mayne no 88:32 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-201-reloading/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-201-reloading/#comments Fri, 08 Feb 2013 18:00:13 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1923 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-201-reloading/feed/ 0 Jan Denis is my guest on this show. He's in Connecticut and has been reloading his own ammunition for several years. Most prepper realize the importance of doing as much as we can ourselves, rather than to buy it or pay someone else to do it. Jan Denis is my guest on this show. He's in Connecticut and has been reloading his own ammunition for several years. Most prepper realize the importance of doing as much as we can ourselves, rather than to buy it or pay someone else to do it. That also applies to ammunition. This is a skill I want to learn that can save me a lot of money. And with today's ammo crisis, I'm being forced into it sooner rather than later. http://www.todayssurvival.com/recommended-books/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/my-edc-store/ Bob Mayne no 39:17 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-200-knife-gurus/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-200-knife-gurus/#comments Fri, 01 Feb 2013 06:00:01 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1920 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-200-knife-gurus/feed/ 0 Emergency Bag,Knives,Podcast Thank you for allowing me to do my 200th episode! I'm constantly humbled by the growth of my show and your generosity. Your time is valuable and I try to make the best of it each week. This week, my guests are Daniel O'Malley of Blade Gallery, Thank you for allowing me to do my 200th episode! I'm constantly humbled by the growth of my show and your generosity. Your time is valuable and I try to make the best of it each week. This week, my guests are Daniel O'Malley of Blade Gallery, Erik Fritz of Fritz Knives and Shane Taylor of Taylor Knives. We talked at the American Bladesmith Society knife show in San Antonio last week. Topics include how their knives are made, knives for warriors project, combat knives vs working knives, EDC knives, and a little bit about their firearms training classes too. Please check out their websites too. Links: Blade Gallery Fritz Knives Taylor Knives Bob Mayne no 61:17 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-199-more-survival-communication/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-199-more-survival-communication/#comments Fri, 25 Jan 2013 06:00:07 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1917 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-199-more-survival-communication/feed/ 0 Emergency Communications,Family Survival,Survival Kits,Why Prepare? I interviewed Curt Walker, a HAM radio enthusiast. So this episode is more on HAM radio, plus some information on how to use handheld CB's and what their purpose is. Also, how important is communication if there is a disaster? I interviewed Curt Walker, a HAM radio enthusiast. So this episode is more on HAM radio, plus some information on how to use handheld CB's and what their purpose is. Also, how important is communication if there is a disaster? That questions gets answered too. Links: Great Northern Prepper, Communications and why you need it. Modern Survival Online, Handheld CB's and memories of the past Buy Glen Tate's Books: "299 Days" Bob Mayne no 60:48 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-198-school-security/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-198-school-security/#comments Fri, 18 Jan 2013 06:00:06 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1914 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-198-school-security/feed/ 0 Family Survival,Mindset,Schools,Security,Situational Awareness What to do about school security? This episode is meant to get you thinking. I definitely present some ideas, borrowed from a couple of very insightful people and get you to consider the root of the problem with security in our schools. What to do about school security? This episode is meant to get you thinking. I definitely present some ideas, borrowed from a couple of very insightful people and get you to consider the root of the problem with security in our schools. I also cover some real solutions that can be implemented to make a real difference. I'm a parent of a middle schooler, so this episode hit home for me. Thanks for downloading and listening. Links: Active Shooters - Final Solution My Recommended Books Survival Champion's Club Podcast Bob Mayne no 46:53 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-197-ham-radio-with-mike-andren/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-197-ham-radio-with-mike-andren/#comments Thu, 10 Jan 2013 16:00:39 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1908 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-197-ham-radio-with-mike-andren/feed/ 0 Emergency Communications,HAM RADIO Mike Andren is my guest to discuss HAM Radio. We cover how to get started, what products to consider and how the FCC gets involved. We also discuss how to pass the test and about how much it costs to get started. - Links: - Mike Andren is my guest to discuss HAM Radio. We cover how to get started, what products to consider and how the FCC gets involved. We also discuss how to pass the test and about how much it costs to get started. Links: Communications for Preppers YouTube Channel Wouxun KG-UV6D Handheld 136-174 MHz/ 400-480 MHz Dual Band Two Way Transceiver(Upgrade Version) American Radio Relay League HAM Nation Vodcast ITunes application and Android App Western Intertie System radio (over 95 repeaters from all over the world linked together) go to "streaming audio" page and click your favorite audio player and listen to the world. IRLP Internet Radio Linking Project Gordon West Books and classes: Bob Mayne no 51:53 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-196-a-balanced-approach-to-prepping/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-196-a-balanced-approach-to-prepping/#comments Fri, 04 Jan 2013 06:00:27 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1902 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-196-a-balanced-approach-to-prepping/feed/ 0 Budget Survival,Family Survival,Mindset,Why Prepare? How to avoid prepper burnout. The key is a balanced approach to your preps. In this episode, I discuss what I've been doing lately to keep my preps in balance. With this new reality we now have, it's too common for survivalists to prep too heavily in o... How to avoid prepper burnout. The key is a balanced approach to your preps. In this episode, I discuss what I've been doing lately to keep my preps in balance. With this new reality we now have, it's too common for survivalists to prep too heavily in one area and neglect some essentials. This episode contains a few tips on avoiding that. Links: Buy Glen Tate's Book, "299 Days." My EDC Store Bob Mayne no 28:10 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-195-bug-out-bag-communication/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-195-bug-out-bag-communication/#comments Fri, 21 Dec 2012 01:00:33 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1891 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-195-bug-out-bag-communication/feed/ 0 Communications Communications equipment for your bug out bag is the primary topic of this episode. It's still not too late to get Christmas gifts for your favorite prepper. Isaac, an electronics expert from Montreal, joins me as my guest for an excellent interview ab... Communications equipment for your bug out bag is the primary topic of this episode. It's still not too late to get Christmas gifts for your favorite prepper. Isaac, an electronics expert from Montreal, joins me as my guest for an excellent interview about survival communications gear, specifically Motorola i355 Direct talk portable radios. Links: Motorola i355 Radio Bob Mayne no 40:21 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-194-building-a-prepping-team/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-194-building-a-prepping-team/#comments Fri, 14 Dec 2012 06:00:14 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1885 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-194-building-a-prepping-team/feed/ 1 Mindset,Networking,Prepping teams You've probably heard it said that you should build a prepping team. A team of people that are like minded that you can band together with in case TSHTF. But for a lot of people, that's hard to do and many people don't know where to start. So Glen Tate, You've probably heard it said that you should build a prepping team. A team of people that are like minded that you can band together with in case TSHTF. But for a lot of people, that's hard to do and many people don't know where to start. So Glen Tate, author of the book: "299 Days" joins me again, to discuss his ideas on how to build a team of like minded preparedness people. Topics include what to look for in people, how many to assemble, what each others roles are and more. I would also suggest you read Glen's book series that can be purchased right here on this website. Click the link below. Buy Glen's Book Survival Champions Club Podcast Bob Mayne no 49:03 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-193-holiday-safety/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-193-holiday-safety/#comments Fri, 07 Dec 2012 04:12:07 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1880 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-193-holiday-safety/feed/ 0 Family Survival,Home Security,Mindset,Situational Awareness How to stay safe during the Holidays. This show is about keeping your children, money, family, privacy, passwords and yourself safe during the holiday season. We do a lot of shopping, traveling and visiting friends and relatives. Believe it or not, How to stay safe during the Holidays. This show is about keeping your children, money, family, privacy, passwords and yourself safe during the holiday season. We do a lot of shopping, traveling and visiting friends and relatives. Believe it or not, danger can occur. So this episode will give you some ideas on how to prevent it. Links: Protect yourself through the holiday season Stay safe during the holidays. Bob Mayne no 36:30 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-192-the-5-most-important-survival-topics-and-lots-of-bartering-items/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-192-the-5-most-important-survival-topics-and-lots-of-bartering-items/#comments Fri, 30 Nov 2012 03:18:08 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1877 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-192-the-5-most-important-survival-topics-and-lots-of-bartering-items/feed/ 0 Bartering,Budget Survival,Family Survival,Finances,Mindset,Why Prepare? I discuss the 5 most important survival and preparedness topics, that in my opinion are essential going forward in the new reality we currently have. Then I also discuss items you can use as bartering chips. - Links: - Real Survival Skills, I discuss the 5 most important survival and preparedness topics, that in my opinion are essential going forward in the new reality we currently have. Then I also discuss items you can use as bartering chips. Links: Real Survival Skills, Bartering for Survival Bob Mayne no 44:11 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-191-new-reality-by-glen-tate-author-of-299-days/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-191-new-reality-by-glen-tate-author-of-299-days/#comments Fri, 16 Nov 2012 06:00:05 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1865 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-191-new-reality-by-glen-tate-author-of-299-days/feed/ 0 Family Survival,Finances,lessons from past,Situational Awareness,Why Prepare? Are you ready to accept a new reality? Meaning, the new direction of the world. Glen Tate, author of the book 299 Days comes back a 2nd time to discuss where to start prepping, prepping mindset, financial preparations, precious metals, Are you ready to accept a new reality? Meaning, the new direction of the world. Glen Tate, author of the book 299 Days comes back a 2nd time to discuss where to start prepping, prepping mindset, financial preparations, precious metals, food and supply storage, community relationships and personal responsibility. He shares even more of his personal story. Click here to buy Glen's book Bob Mayne no 59:05 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-190-personal-power/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-190-personal-power/#comments Fri, 09 Nov 2012 06:00:46 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1859 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-190-personal-power/feed/ 0 Bartering,Family Survival,Food Storage,lessons from past,Mindset,Podcast Recorded on November 7th, the morning after the Presidential election. I share my thoughts about personal power and how it will help you survive and prepare. Topics such as investments, debt free living, what to purchase, Recorded on November 7th, the morning after the Presidential election. I share my thoughts about personal power and how it will help you survive and prepare. Topics such as investments, debt free living, what to purchase, how to set yourself up for a coming financial collapse (partial collapse) what society is now like, what will happen when benefits and services shut down for those who are feel they are entitled and how to deal with the coming age. This is a positive message. Bob Mayne no 41:59 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-189-how-have-you-been-prepping-lately/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-189-how-have-you-been-prepping-lately/#comments Thu, 01 Nov 2012 21:36:11 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1830 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-189-how-have-you-been-prepping-lately/feed/ 0 Emergency Bag,Family Survival,Finances,Get home bag,Mindset,Why Prepare? How have you been prepping lately? In this episode I discuss the changes I've made in my preps and why. Everything from vehicle emergency kits, financial prepping, educational preparations, firearms and more. How have you been prepping lately? In this episode I discuss the changes I've made in my preps and why. Everything from vehicle emergency kits, financial prepping, educational preparations, firearms and more. Bob Mayne no 31:01 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-188-299-days/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-188-299-days/#comments Wed, 24 Oct 2012 21:49:56 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1824 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-188-299-days/feed/ 0 Budget Survival,Family Survival,Mindset,secret prepping,Why Prepare? An interview with Glen Tate, author of the book 299 Days. We discussed common sense prepping, including finances, food storage, the world economic situation, prepping in secret, government and more. - Links: - The Book, 299 Days - An interview with Glen Tate, author of the book 299 Days. We discussed common sense prepping, including finances, food storage, the world economic situation, prepping in secret, government and more. Links: The Book, 299 Days Welfare Spending Topped $1 Trillion Bob Mayne no 59:17 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-187-massad-ayoob-on-self-defense/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-187-massad-ayoob-on-self-defense/#comments Tue, 23 Oct 2012 22:02:45 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1818 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-187-massad-ayoob-on-self-defense/feed/ 0 Guns for Todays Survival,Mindset,Situational Awareness,Why Prepare? Massad Ayoob is my guest on this episode. Sorry it's been so long since the last show. I've been struggling to manage 2 podcasts, a full time job and a family. Plus I had some technical difficulties that I hope are fixed. Massad Ayoob is my guest on this episode. Sorry it's been so long since the last show. I've been struggling to manage 2 podcasts, a full time job and a family. Plus I had some technical difficulties that I hope are fixed. Massad Ayoob interviewed with me back in May of 2012 on self defense and using a handgun. Guns are not the only key to survival and preparedness, but they are part of it. I hope you will get as much from this as I did doing the interview. He gives us some things to think about when deciding to use a gun in self defense. Thanks for downloading and listening, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 58:26 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-186-guest-appearance-on-homestead-dividends-podcast/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-186-guest-appearance-on-homestead-dividends-podcast/#comments Fri, 04 May 2012 04:18:33 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1787 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-186-guest-appearance-on-homestead-dividends-podcast/feed/ 0 Family Survival,Finances,Food Storage,Guns for Todays Survival,job loss,loss of services,Mindset,Why Prepare? This episode is a rebroadcast of my guest appearance on the Homestead Dividends Podcast with Dan Vamos. Dan has been a guest on this podcast a couple of times. This time however, we discussed some different survival subjects. This episode is a rebroadcast of my guest appearance on the Homestead Dividends Podcast with Dan Vamos. Dan has been a guest on this podcast a couple of times. This time however, we discussed some different survival subjects. Thanks for downloading nad listening, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 1:05:28 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-185-pets-and-survival-part-2/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-185-pets-and-survival-part-2/#comments Sat, 28 Apr 2012 16:12:05 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1784 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-185-pets-and-survival-part-2/feed/ 0 Family Survival Understanding your pets and the role they play in your ability to survive is the topic of this episode. I brought Clay Bradley, host of the Understanding Your Pets Podcast, back on the show for another interview. Understanding your pets and the role they play in your ability to survive is the topic of this episode. I brought Clay Bradley, host of the Understanding Your Pets Podcast, back on the show for another interview. We discussed creating an emergency kit for your pets, the role they play in your survival and some general survival and preparedness ideas. Please remember to check out our forum and also Clay's Podcast. Links can be found on our forum. Thanks for downloading and listening, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show. Bob Mayne no 56:57 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-184-c-r-k-t-knives-review/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-184-c-r-k-t-knives-review/#comments Fri, 20 Apr 2012 23:07:37 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1781 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-184-c-r-k-t-knives-review/feed/ 2 Emergency Bag,Get home bag,Knives,Mindset Selecting a survival or defensive knife is the subject of this episode. Matt Czosnek and I discuss how to select a defensive or survival knife as we review 4 CRKT knives that have been sent to me for evaluation. I was also allowed to keep these knives, Selecting a survival or defensive knife is the subject of this episode. Matt Czosnek and I discuss how to select a defensive or survival knife as we review 4 CRKT knives that have been sent to me for evaluation. I was also allowed to keep these knives, however they have been given away to listeners from both of my podcasts. But before shipping them, Matt and I got together to do this review. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 1:16:28 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-183-surviving-unemployment/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-183-surviving-unemployment/#comments Fri, 06 Apr 2012 20:44:31 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1779 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-183-surviving-unemployment/feed/ 0 This episode I am joined by Matt Czosnek. He lives in Austin and has been on my show before discussing knife sharpening and volunteerism. This week, we discuss a survival topic that has affected a lot of people. Unemployment. This episode I am joined by Matt Czosnek. He lives in Austin and has been on my show before discussing knife sharpening and volunteerism. This week, we discuss a survival topic that has affected a lot of people. Unemployment. Matt has been surviving unemployment for a few years unfortunately. In this episode he shares some pretty good ideas on how to survive after losing a job. I'm sure you'll enjoy it. Thanks for listening, Bob Mayne, Todays Survival Show Bob Mayne no http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-182-primitive-living-skills-and-modern-survivalists/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-182-primitive-living-skills-and-modern-survivalists/#comments Fri, 30 Mar 2012 22:51:41 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1776 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-182-primitive-living-skills-and-modern-survivalists/feed/ 0 This episode is an interview with White Bear. That's his real name. He's a primitive living skills instructor in Montana. He does an excellent job of telling us how important it is for modern survivalists to know some primitive living skills. This episode is an interview with White Bear. That's his real name. He's a primitive living skills instructor in Montana. He does an excellent job of telling us how important it is for modern survivalists to know some primitive living skills. His story is quite unique and he lives what he teaches. Thanks for downloading and listening, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-181-homestead-dividends-part-2-with-guest-dan-vamos/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-181-homestead-dividends-part-2-with-guest-dan-vamos/#comments Fri, 23 Mar 2012 02:33:34 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1774 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-181-homestead-dividends-part-2-with-guest-dan-vamos/feed/ 0 Binders,Decluttering,Family Survival,Home Security,Homesteading,Why Prepare? Dan Vamos has been on this show before, and he joined me again to discuss topics such as survival binders, decluttering, re-purposing your vacation, home security, and a lot of common sense preparedness ideas. Dan Vamos has been on this show before, and he joined me again to discuss topics such as survival binders, decluttering, re-purposing your vacation, home security, and a lot of common sense preparedness ideas. Please check out his podcast called the Homestead Dividends Podcast which can be found on itunes and on his website. Links will be posted on the Today's Survival Show forum for this episode. Thanks for downloading and listening, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-180-exercising-your-right-to-independence/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-180-exercising-your-right-to-independence/#comments Sat, 17 Mar 2012 01:23:24 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1770 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-180-exercising-your-right-to-independence/feed/ 0 Don't be one of the sheeple,Family Survival,Why Prepare? I try not to go tin foil hat on you, but in this episode I discuss the importance of exercising your righs and how they apply to survivalism. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show I try not to go tin foil hat on you, but in this episode I discuss the importance of exercising your righs and how they apply to survivalism. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 48:56 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-179-optimism-the-ultimate-survival-skill/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-179-optimism-the-ultimate-survival-skill/#comments Fri, 09 Mar 2012 15:02:41 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1762 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-179-optimism-the-ultimate-survival-skill/feed/ 0 Family Survival,Mindset,psychological survival,Why Prepare? We don't usually think of optimism as a survival skill, but that's exactly what it is. In this podcast I will discuss why it's a survival skill and give you some clear examples. When you start to see optimism as a survival skill you will immediately st... We don't usually think of optimism as a survival skill, but that's exactly what it is. In this podcast I will discuss why it's a survival skill and give you some clear examples. When you start to see optimism as a survival skill you will immediately start working to improve that skill. I'll also give you some examples of how to do that. I'll also cover the 5 different ways that people look at survivalism and where you might fight in. I also give you examples of how people react to danger which will also tell you whether they are an optimist or not. This is not a conventional survival discussion, but when I'm through, I think you'll agree that it should be. Thanks for downloading and listening, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-178-prepping-for-pets/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-178-prepping-for-pets/#comments Fri, 02 Mar 2012 22:29:42 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1758 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-178-prepping-for-pets/feed/ 0 Family Survival,Pets,Why Prepare? Clay Bradley of the Understanding Pets Podcast joins me to discuss a topic I have never covered before. Preparing for your pets. They give us excellent emotional support and joy and will likely do the same if the SHTF. Clay Bradley of the Understanding Pets Podcast joins me to discuss a topic I have never covered before. Preparing for your pets. They give us excellent emotional support and joy and will likely do the same if the SHTF. So how do you prepare for your pets? Whether you have common pets like dogs and cats or exotics, we discuss them all in this show. Please check out his podcast also. Links will be posted on the forum. Clay is also a member of our forum and will be logging on to answer any questions you may have. Bob Mayne no http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-177-listener-feedback/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-177-listener-feedback/#comments Fri, 17 Feb 2012 20:54:29 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1756 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-177-listener-feedback/feed/ 0 This week I answer several listener emails regarding how to get started in prepping, storing information, less lethal weapons, camping stoves and more. Thanks for sending in the feedback and keep them coming. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show This week I answer several listener emails regarding how to get started in prepping, storing information, less lethal weapons, camping stoves and more. Thanks for sending in the feedback and keep them coming. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-176-growing-purchasing-harvesting-dehydrating-and-cooking-herbs-part-3/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-176-growing-purchasing-harvesting-dehydrating-and-cooking-herbs-part-3/#comments Fri, 10 Feb 2012 16:24:29 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1744 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-176-growing-purchasing-harvesting-dehydrating-and-cooking-herbs-part-3/feed/ 0 herbs,nutrition I had a chance to meet with Wade in Louisiana in person and we went outdoors and discussed growing, harvesting and dehydrating herbs. In this interview Wade also cooks some herbs and discusses some medicinal and nutritional qualities of popular herbs a... I had a chance to meet with Wade in Louisiana in person and we went outdoors and discussed growing, harvesting and dehydrating herbs. In this interview Wade also cooks some herbs and discusses some medicinal and nutritional qualities of popular herbs and how to acquire them. Remember, this podcast is not medical advice and does not replace the treatment of a doctor. This is meant to give you some information on how to use herbs as temporary relief or nutrition until medical help or more food is available. You'll enjoy Wade's enthusiasm and knowledge about herbs. He's also a member of our forum. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-175-knife-making/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-175-knife-making/#comments Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:05:40 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1741 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-175-knife-making/feed/ 0 Knives,Skills I inteviewed 3 custom knife makers, Wade Colter, Master Bladesmith, Shane Tayor, Master Bladesmith and Erik Fritz, Journeyman Bladesmith. We discussed knife making, survival knives, combat knives and why a custom knife is a good investment as a surviva... I inteviewed 3 custom knife makers, Wade Colter, Master Bladesmith, Shane Tayor, Master Bladesmith and Erik Fritz, Journeyman Bladesmith. We discussed knife making, survival knives, combat knives and why a custom knife is a good investment as a survival tool. This interview was conducted at the annual seminar and show by the American Bladesmith Society in San Antonio, TX. This is great stuff, I guarantee you will learn something about knives! Remember, links can be found on Today's Surival Show forum, please join if you haven't already. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-174-sobering-statistics-that-prove-we-are-in-deep-trouble/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-174-sobering-statistics-that-prove-we-are-in-deep-trouble/#comments Fri, 27 Jan 2012 15:39:52 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1739 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-174-sobering-statistics-that-prove-we-are-in-deep-trouble/feed/ 0 Don't be one of the sheeple,Family Survival,lessons from past,Why Prepare?,worry I try not to go tinfoil hat, but this episode is an examination of statistics that prove we are in deep trouble. Not only in the USA but in most of the world. These are facts, not theories or opinions. You need to know this stuff and it's not talked ab... I try not to go tinfoil hat, but this episode is an examination of statistics that prove we are in deep trouble. Not only in the USA but in most of the world. These are facts, not theories or opinions. You need to know this stuff and it's not talked about in the media, in school or at the dinner table. This should get you motivated to beef up your preparations. Even though I'm a positive guy, I'm also a realist. This show is a dose of reality. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-173-gathering-and-storing-knowledge/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-173-gathering-and-storing-knowledge/#comments Sun, 22 Jan 2012 03:19:04 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1736 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-173-gathering-and-storing-knowledge/feed/ 0 Don't be one of the sheeple,Family Survival,Mindset,Why Prepare? How do you acquire survival and preparedness knowledge? This episode is based on some information that a prepper from our forum sent to me. His screen name is Thox Spuddy. Please forgive the editing mistake, How do you acquire survival and preparedness knowledge? This episode is based on some information that a prepper from our forum sent to me. His screen name is Thox Spuddy. Please forgive the editing mistake, as the intro to the show states this show is featured on the Gun Rights Radio Network. I accidentally placed that ad in the beginning of the show, because my other podcast, The HandgunWorld Show is indeed on the GRRN. This podcast is not on the GRRN. However, do not let this brief mistake steal the impact of this excellent article that Thox Spuddy sent to me. So this show is how to gain survival knowledge and how to store it in a very usuable format. Also, at the end, I do a quick review on my newest pocket knife, the Benchmade Griptilian, Mel Pardue edition. Thanks for listening, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-172-talking-to-kids-about-survival/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-172-talking-to-kids-about-survival/#comments Fri, 13 Jan 2012 16:31:47 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1732 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-172-talking-to-kids-about-survival/feed/ 0 Talking to kids about survival Talking to your kids about survival and preparedness can be challenging at times. Todays generation doesn't seemed to be concerned with it as much as those of us over 30. So this episode is about some ideas derived from my experience in getting my 13 y... Talking to your kids about survival and preparedness can be challenging at times. Todays generation doesn't seemed to be concerned with it as much as those of us over 30. So this episode is about some ideas derived from my experience in getting my 13 year old son intersted in preparedness. I will give you some suggestions and let you take it from there, obviously. This is strictly based on my own experience and what works in my family, but perhaps some of it may apply to you and your family. Thanks for downloading and listening and don't forget to join our forum! Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-171-back-up-heat/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-171-back-up-heat/#comments Fri, 06 Jan 2012 17:23:18 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1729 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-171-back-up-heat/feed/ 0 heating your home,home systems,Why Prepare? How do you heat your home? Do you have back up heating systems? This episode is a guest podcast by a listener and member of our forum. He goes by the user name AGreyMan and he lives in rural Wisconsin. So during this cold weather season, How do you heat your home? Do you have back up heating systems? This episode is a guest podcast by a listener and member of our forum. He goes by the user name AGreyMan and he lives in rural Wisconsin. So during this cold weather season, preppers look for low cost methods of heating their home and backing up their primary heating system. So tune in for a very informative episode. And many thanks to AGreyMan for putting this together. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show. Bob Mayne no http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-170-its-not-too-late-to-improve-your-food-storage/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-170-its-not-too-late-to-improve-your-food-storage/#comments Fri, 30 Dec 2011 23:04:09 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1726 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-170-its-not-too-late-to-improve-your-food-storage/feed/ 0 Back by popular demand, I couldn't stay away as long as I thought. So with the encouragement of some listeners and perhaps a new format for this show, coming soon in the future, I decided to go ahead with Episode 170. Back by popular demand, I couldn't stay away as long as I thought. So with the encouragement of some listeners and perhaps a new format for this show, coming soon in the future, I decided to go ahead with Episode 170. In this episode I take you into the new year by discussing some tips on creating a long term food storage and increasing the every important practical preparedness skill of storing the necessary food you may need. As usual, this is a no tin foil hat, common sense approach to food storage. Also, a special call out to listeners. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show. Happy New Year! Bob Mayne no 27:57 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-169-giving-your-time/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-169-giving-your-time/#comments Wed, 21 Dec 2011 18:05:33 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1719 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-169-giving-your-time/feed/ 0 Survivalists sometimes struggle with the decision on what gifts to give people that are preparedness in nature. So during this time of the year, I thought it would be appropriate to talk about giving your time as a gift. Survivalists sometimes struggle with the decision on what gifts to give people that are preparedness in nature. So during this time of the year, I thought it would be appropriate to talk about giving your time as a gift. Perhaps there's a preparedness skill you posess that could benefit someone else? I also realize we all have a limited amount of time, so I also discuss some time management in this episode. That's a subject not discussed very often on survival forums or podcasts. Also, stay tuned for a special announcement at the end of this episode. Thanks for downloading and listening, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 40:40 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-168-homestead-dividends/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-168-homestead-dividends/#comments Thu, 08 Dec 2011 02:51:40 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1716 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-168-homestead-dividends/feed/ 0 Budget Survival,Family Survival,job loss,Plans,Why Prepare? How do you make your home work for you? In this episode I interview Dan Vamos, host of the Homestead Dividends Podcast. We discuss numerous topics such as drip irrigation, getting another year out of your car, do it yourself home repairs, How do you make your home work for you? In this episode I interview Dan Vamos, host of the Homestead Dividends Podcast. We discuss numerous topics such as drip irrigation, getting another year out of your car, do it yourself home repairs, how to increase the value of your home even in this terrible economy, what to do about bad neighbors, simplifying your life, how to use a 3 ring binder for organizing, saving plant receipts and even why the wait time in the ER are so long! Really good stuff, I know you'll enjoy this interview. Thanks for downloading and listening. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 59:20 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-167-fight-or-flight/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-167-fight-or-flight/#comments Wed, 30 Nov 2011 03:07:02 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1714 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-167-fight-or-flight/feed/ 0 Mindset,Why Prepare? I'm sure you've heard the term fight or flight? In this episode, I discuss the details of what the fight or flight instinct is and how it can help you and sometimes hurt you in a survival situation. I take the position that survivalism is an every day ... I'm sure you've heard the term fight or flight? In this episode, I discuss the details of what the fight or flight instinct is and how it can help you and sometimes hurt you in a survival situation. I take the position that survivalism is an every day life style. Not just something you do when disaster strikes. Often times we find ourselves in fight or flight mode even if there is not physical threat. In can be detrimental or an advantage depending on how you deal with it. So this episode is based on an article by Dr. Neil Neimark, M.D. I will put a link to his article on the forum. It's a must read after you listen to this show. I also address some listener feedback and questions. Thanks for listening, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 1:03:50 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-166-non-lethal-self-defense-weapons/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-166-non-lethal-self-defense-weapons/#comments Fri, 11 Nov 2011 02:41:39 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1703 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-166-non-lethal-self-defense-weapons/feed/ 1 Situational Awareness The world may seem like a safe place to some, but most common sense survivalists or preppers realize that there is a need for self defense at some point. Many times guns are not an option. So in this episode I look at some self defense weapons that are... The world may seem like a safe place to some, but most common sense survivalists or preppers realize that there is a need for self defense at some point. Many times guns are not an option. So in this episode I look at some self defense weapons that are non lethal but very effective. Joseph Morris wrote a guest post on this webpage and on our forum, you can read it in it's entirety in the post prior to this podcast post. But in case you're not following my website, I decided to make a podcast out of it and add some of my own material to it. I discuss stun guns, pepper spray, tasers, flashlights, kubotans and even knives. Also, please remember to join the forum here at TSS and join the Survival Champion's Club. Thanks, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 42:38 http://www.todayssurvival.com/pros-and-cons-of-the-3-most-popular-non-lethal-self-defense-weapons/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/pros-and-cons-of-the-3-most-popular-non-lethal-self-defense-weapons/#comments Wed, 09 Nov 2011 15:25:50 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1695 http://www.todayssurvival.com/pros-and-cons-of-the-3-most-popular-non-lethal-self-defense-weapons/feed/ 0 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-165-economic-woes-and-a-mixed-bag-of-survival-talk/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-165-economic-woes-and-a-mixed-bag-of-survival-talk/#comments Thu, 03 Nov 2011 23:33:01 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1693 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-165-economic-woes-and-a-mixed-bag-of-survival-talk/feed/ 0 Don't be one of the sheeple,Family Survival,Finances,Food Storage,lessons from past,Why Prepare? This episode begins with discussion on the world's economic situation and what it means to you, but more importantly, what you can do to survive it. Then I mix in some thoughts and ideas of what to store, where to get supplies and a checklist of surviv... This episode begins with discussion on the world's economic situation and what it means to you, but more importantly, what you can do to survive it. Then I mix in some thoughts and ideas of what to store, where to get supplies and a checklist of survival supplies for modern times. Links can be found at Today's Survival Show forum. Thanks for downloading and listening, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival show Bob Mayne no 56:31 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-164-the-pocket-preppers-guide/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-164-the-pocket-preppers-guide/#comments Thu, 27 Oct 2011 03:33:50 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1689 http://www.todayssurvival.com/ep-164-the-pocket-preppers-guide/feed/ 4 Budget Survival,Family Survival,Food Storage,Why Prepare? In this episode I interview Bernie Carr, author of The Pocket Prepper's Guide. She also runs a blog called ApartmentPrepper.com (link will be posted on the forum.) We discussed prepping for beginners and also a few tips on modern day survival in your a... In this episode I interview Bernie Carr, author of The Pocket Prepper's Guide. She also runs a blog called ApartmentPrepper.com (link will be posted on the forum.) We discussed prepping for beginners and also a few tips on modern day survival in your apartment or small home. Please join the forum or email me questions if you wish. Thanks for downloading and listening. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 36:38 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-163-home-security-revisited/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-163-home-security-revisited/#comments Wed, 19 Oct 2011 13:50:16 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1686 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-163-home-security-revisited/feed/ 4 Home Security,modern technology I've spoken about home security before, but this episode expands into more detail on some of my earlier shows on home security. Some listeners have asked me to get specific about products and specifications of good home security products. I've spoken about home security before, but this episode expands into more detail on some of my earlier shows on home security. Some listeners have asked me to get specific about products and specifications of good home security products. As modern day survivalists, we keep a lot of supplies and valuables in our home. You need to protect the lives of your family and your valuables in your home. This episode, I discuss security cameras, alarm systems, lights, hardware, software, monitoring, dogs and also make some recommendations as to what products you may want to consider. Links can be found on Today's Survival Show forum. Thanks for downloading and listening. Bob Mayne no 55:02 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-162-sharpening-your-shooting-skills/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-162-sharpening-your-shooting-skills/#comments Wed, 05 Oct 2011 16:13:32 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1683 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-162-sharpening-your-shooting-skills/feed/ 0 Mindset What you know how to do, is just as important as what supplies and storage you have, in my opinion. This episode is dedicated to self defense and the legalities of self defense. Specifically shooting skills. What you know how to do, is just as important as what supplies and storage you have, in my opinion. This episode is dedicated to self defense and the legalities of self defense. Specifically shooting skills. This show is also posted on my other podcast called HandgunWorld Show, but for those of you who do not listen to that show, I decided to make it available here. It's an excellent interview with Jon Hodoway, firearms trainer for the ProArms Team. They also do the Pro Arms Podcast. He's putting on a MAG 40 class and we will explain what that is, in this show. Links can be found on the forum. Hope you enjoy this excellent interview. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 1:14:53 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-162-vehicle-survival/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-162-vehicle-survival/#comments Thu, 29 Sep 2011 13:55:57 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1680 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-162-vehicle-survival/feed/ 0 In this episode I discuss vehicle safety and survival. Where do you park in a parking lot and what's your plan to get out of the area or building if needed? How can you help to prevent a car jacking? Can your vehicle be used as a weapon if needed? In this episode I discuss vehicle safety and survival. Where do you park in a parking lot and what's your plan to get out of the area or building if needed? How can you help to prevent a car jacking? Can your vehicle be used as a weapon if needed? Situational awareness as it pertains to the time you spend in your vehicle is the primary subject of this show. Thanks for downloading and listening, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show, links will be posted on the forum. Bob Mayne no 26:50 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-160-herbs-and-edible-plants-part-2/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-160-herbs-and-edible-plants-part-2/#comments Tue, 27 Sep 2011 14:18:19 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1678 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-160-herbs-and-edible-plants-part-2/feed/ 7 Natural foods,Organic food I brought Wade from Louisiana back on Today's Survival Show for a second interview on herbs and wild plants for survival. In this episode he answers a listener's question and offers some good information on how to grow herbs. I brought Wade from Louisiana back on Today's Survival Show for a second interview on herbs and wild plants for survival. In this episode he answers a listener's question and offers some good information on how to grow herbs. Thanks for downloading and listening, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 39:24 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-159-stress-violence-and-t-e-d-d/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-159-stress-violence-and-t-e-d-d/#comments Thu, 22 Sep 2011 18:52:08 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1675 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-159-stress-violence-and-t-e-d-d/feed/ 0 Mindset,Situational Awareness TSS Survival Tip #2 of the week, continuing the topic of situational awareness. In this episode, I discuss ways to keep your self alert, but also relaxed. I'll give you some techniques you can use and also define what stress violence and T.E.D.D. means. TSS Survival Tip #2 of the week, continuing the topic of situational awareness. In this episode, I discuss ways to keep your self alert, but also relaxed. I'll give you some techniques you can use and also define what stress violence and T.E.D.D. means. I also talk about how to assess people's behavior and decide whether or not they are a potential threat to you or your family. Source for this show is www.nononsenseselfdefense.com. Please read their website, it's very good. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 29:10 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-158-what-is-situational-awareness/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-158-what-is-situational-awareness/#comments Wed, 21 Sep 2011 13:55:37 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1667 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-158-what-is-situational-awareness/feed/ 0 Mindset,Situational Awareness,Why Prepare? Recently a listener asked me to do a show on situational awareness. So this show and the next show are dedicated to this topic. This was actually the second show I recorded, so the first show will get posted tomorrow. Recently a listener asked me to do a show on situational awareness. So this show and the next show are dedicated to this topic. This was actually the second show I recorded, so the first show will get posted tomorrow. I posted this one today by accident, but that's OK, you'll most likely enjoy both. What you know and the skills you posess are just as important in survival as the tools and supplies you have. So in this episode I discuss what is situational awareness and how to put yourself into the mindset of being aware of your surroundings and the people around you. The next show this week will included specific techniques to stay relaxed, but also aware. So get ready for some situational awarness mindset in this show. Based on an excellent article from STRATFOR and NoNonsenseSelfDefense.com. I will post a link to these on the forum. Bob Mayne no 25:12 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-157-making-a-looting-kit-tss-tip-2-of-the-week/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-157-making-a-looting-kit-tss-tip-2-of-the-week/#comments Thu, 15 Sep 2011 14:06:50 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1664 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-157-making-a-looting-kit-tss-tip-2-of-the-week/feed/ 3 Family Survival,Looters and Opportunists,Mindset,Why Prepare? Make a looting kit. On tuesday I talked about dealing with looters and opportunists and although you may not agree with everything I said, don't take this preparation lightly. In this show I look into the mind of a looter or opportunist and what they w... Make a looting kit. On tuesday I talked about dealing with looters and opportunists and although you may not agree with everything I said, don't take this preparation lightly. In this show I look into the mind of a looter or opportunist and what they will be thinking after a disaster. One of the best ways to prepare for an attack is to know your enemy. This show is based on an article written by Thomas Northrup of "No BS survival" that I found on the website STHFplan.com. Let me suggest that you read it after listening to this show. Thanks for downloading and listening, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 21:39 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-156-dealing-with-looters-and-opportunists-tss-survival-tip-1-of-the-week/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-156-dealing-with-looters-and-opportunists-tss-survival-tip-1-of-the-week/#comments Tue, 13 Sep 2011 12:45:32 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1658 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-156-dealing-with-looters-and-opportunists-tss-survival-tip-1-of-the-week/feed/ 2 Angry people,Looters,Mindset Looting is a common problem after disaster strikes. The unprepared get desperate and decide to take things by force because they were blind sheep and did not prepare. So this episode is about how to deal with that and it's inspired by an email I receiv... Looting is a common problem after disaster strikes. The unprepared get desperate and decide to take things by force because they were blind sheep and did not prepare. So this episode is about how to deal with that and it's inspired by an email I received from a listener. He disagreed with something I said in a previous episode and his point was a good one. So good, that I decided to make 2 podcasts on the subject. So this is your TSS Survival Tip #1 of this week. TSS tip #2 will be an expansion on this subject and will post on Thursday of this week. Thanks for downloading and listening, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 20:20 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-155-survival-footwear-survival-tip-1-of-the-week/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-155-survival-footwear-survival-tip-1-of-the-week/#comments Thu, 08 Sep 2011 03:51:24 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1655 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-155-survival-footwear-survival-tip-1-of-the-week/feed/ 4 Clothing,Footwear Footwear is so important and often neglected. What I mean is that too many people try to equip their feet with poor quality footwear. Don't you think that in an emergency you may have to spend a lot of time on your feet? Footwear is so important and often neglected. What I mean is that too many people try to equip their feet with poor quality footwear. Don't you think that in an emergency you may have to spend a lot of time on your feet? So I decided to discuss the importance of what type of footwear to have in various survival situations. I also cover a little bit about insoles, boots, walking and hiking shoes, socks, getting the right size boot and my battle with Morton's Neuroma. The inspiration for this show came from a great article called "Proper Footwear for Survival", by Seth King. It's a very reasonable article on survival footwear and I suggest you read it. Thanks for downloading and listening. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 25:14 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-154-herbs-and-wild-edible-plants-for-survival-health/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-154-herbs-and-wild-edible-plants-for-survival-health/#comments Thu, 01 Sep 2011 02:47:58 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1653 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-154-herbs-and-wild-edible-plants-for-survival-health/feed/ 4 Organic food This is an interview with Wade from Louisiana who is a regular listener and has an excellent background and training on the use of herbs for natural health and healing. He joined me for a brief interview while I was on the road. This is an interview with Wade from Louisiana who is a regular listener and has an excellent background and training on the use of herbs for natural health and healing. He joined me for a brief interview while I was on the road. We discussed using herbs for food, nutrition, healing and for teaching survival to young people. This is TSS Survival Tip #2 of this week. Links: Peterson's Field Guide Bob Mayne no 31:48 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-153-the-generational-storm-survival-tip-1-of-the-week/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-153-the-generational-storm-survival-tip-1-of-the-week/#comments Tue, 30 Aug 2011 04:53:04 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1651 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-153-the-generational-storm-survival-tip-1-of-the-week/feed/ 0 Don't be one of the sheeple,Family Survival,lessons from past,Why Prepare? There's a generational storm brewing in America and likely throughout the world right now. Survival and preparedness is also a philosophy that seems to have fallen with the changing of generational philosophy. There's a generational storm brewing in America and likely throughout the world right now. Survival and preparedness is also a philosophy that seems to have fallen with the changing of generational philosophy. In this episode I talk about teaching young people the concept of personal responsibility and where we may have gone wrong in our efforts to keep them rooted in common sense. Leading people to a life of preparedness is defined by doing so by example. You'll also hear a quick personal story of how I'm making a huge effort to teach survival and preparedness principles to my son. Thanks for downloading and listening, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 26:47 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-152-bartering-part-2-survival-tip-2-of-the-week/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-152-bartering-part-2-survival-tip-2-of-the-week/#comments Thu, 25 Aug 2011 14:40:27 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1649 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-152-bartering-part-2-survival-tip-2-of-the-week/feed/ 0 Bartering,Budget Survival,Don't be one of the sheeple,Family Survival,Mindset,Negotiation Once again on bartering. A follow up to Tuesday's show, more ideas on how to conduct a barter transaction now and after the STHF. Thanks for downloading and listenening and please remember to join our forum and become a member of the "Survival Champion... Once again on bartering. A follow up to Tuesday's show, more ideas on how to conduct a barter transaction now and after the STHF. Thanks for downloading and listenening and please remember to join our forum and become a member of the "Survival Champion's Club". Links can be found on this webpage. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 12:26 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-151-bartering-survival-tip-1-of-the-week/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-151-bartering-survival-tip-1-of-the-week/#comments Tue, 23 Aug 2011 13:54:14 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1646 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-151-bartering-survival-tip-1-of-the-week/feed/ 0 Bartering,Budget Survival,Negotiation Bartering seems to be a lost art. I've done podcasts about this subject before and thought I would revisit this topic again. So this week, my survival tips are on the art of bartering. This is a skill that will pay off now and after a disaster strikes. Bartering seems to be a lost art. I've done podcasts about this subject before and thought I would revisit this topic again. So this week, my survival tips are on the art of bartering. This is a skill that will pay off now and after a disaster strikes. In reality, there doesn't even have to be a disaster! If you can barter and learn how to do it, it will pay off now, in this bad economy. On this episode I talk about the first 2 steps of a successful barter transaction. Tune in on Thursday for steps 3 and 4. Thanks for downloading and listening. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 16:50 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-150-back-to-the-basics/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-150-back-to-the-basics/#comments Tue, 16 Aug 2011 03:21:37 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1644 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-150-back-to-the-basics/feed/ 0 Bartering,Family Survival,Food Storage,Get home bag,Weather disasters,Why Prepare? On this 150th episode of Today's Survival Show, I decided it would be fitting to discuss getting back to the basics of survival. Every once in awhile it's important to take an inventory and review your preparations and your plans. On this 150th episode of Today's Survival Show, I decided it would be fitting to discuss getting back to the basics of survival. Every once in awhile it's important to take an inventory and review your preparations and your plans. So this episode is about doing just that. I made it though 2 years of doing this show and thanks to you, the listener count keeps growing. I'm humbled that I get to put out this 150th episode. I also announce a new format for my show. Thanks for downloading and listening, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show. Bob Mayne no 55:16 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-149-making-your-home-work-for-you/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-149-making-your-home-work-for-you/#comments Fri, 12 Aug 2011 03:11:47 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1641 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-149-making-your-home-work-for-you/feed/ 1 Family Survival,Food Storage,Why Prepare? Beekeeping, gardening, raising chickens, fruit trees and even rioting are subjects of this show. Primarily we discuss how to make your home work for you. So many people work hard to buy and keep their home, Beekeeping, gardening, raising chickens, fruit trees and even rioting are subjects of this show. Primarily we discuss how to make your home work for you. So many people work hard to buy and keep their home, but they don't make their home produce for them. So I interviewed Jason Christensen, President of Concealment Solutions. I first got to know Jason by agreeing to interview him about his concealed carry holsters. But this episode is not about guns, but about what he and his family does to prepare for every day stink hit the fan events. I think you'll find it quite useful. So thanks for downloading and listening. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 1:12:00 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-148-cooking-for-survival-part-2/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-148-cooking-for-survival-part-2/#comments Wed, 27 Jul 2011 04:34:48 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1637 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-148-cooking-for-survival-part-2/feed/ 0 Cooking,Family Survival,Food Storage I talked about cooking for survival in Episode 146, but I have more to say. So this is it's own episode, but also consider this to be an add on to episode 146. I talk about camping soups, jerked beef, cooking insects, worms, I talked about cooking for survival in Episode 146, but I have more to say. So this is it's own episode, but also consider this to be an add on to episode 146. I talk about camping soups, jerked beef, cooking insects, worms, saving parts of animals you may have to harvest in a survival situation, box oven cooking, how to make foods taste better if you're cooking food that's been stored a long time and more. Please remember to join the Today's Survival Show forum and also get your copy of the Survival Champion's Club podcast. Links for both of those can be found on this website. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Links Survival Food Cooking Box Oven Cooking Bob Mayne no 28:47 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-147-will-power/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-147-will-power/#comments Tue, 26 Jul 2011 02:00:33 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1634 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-147-will-power/feed/ 2 Family Survival,job loss,lessons from past,Mindset,skills vs gear,Why Prepare? The psychological aspect of survival is my primary topic in this episode. Cody Lundin has often said that survival is about 80-90% psychological and I agree. Recently during the experience of moving, I've gained a greater appreciation for will power. The psychological aspect of survival is my primary topic in this episode. Cody Lundin has often said that survival is about 80-90% psychological and I agree. Recently during the experience of moving, I've gained a greater appreciation for will power. Pushing ourselves beyond our self imposed limits, is a huge key to being prepared. If you're attempting to build your own shelter, BOL or what have you, I bet your limits were tested weren't they? Perhaps you've been hunting, fishing, trapping or simply just canning some food and frustration set it, or maybe you reached a point of wondering if you could handle any more of it? Perhaps someone has told you you're "extreme" because you choose to do simple things like store food, water, ammunition and a generator? If any of these are yes answers, I think you'll enjoy this show. Thanks for listening, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 45:34 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-146-cooking-for-survival/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-146-cooking-for-survival/#comments Fri, 15 Jul 2011 23:24:53 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1632 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-146-cooking-for-survival/feed/ 3 Family Survival,Foods,Survival cooking Can you cook? Would you agree it's a preparedness skill to be learned? I've always been a big believer that what you know is just as important as what you have. So in this episode I discuss alternative methods of starting fires for cooking, Can you cook? Would you agree it's a preparedness skill to be learned? I've always been a big believer that what you know is just as important as what you have. So in this episode I discuss alternative methods of starting fires for cooking, foods to cook in wilderness survival and what to teach kids about cooking. I also get into the importance of cookbooks, utensils, stocking your home or bug out location with cooking supplies, fishing and cleaning and eating fish and a lot of good stuff about different methods of cooking. Thanks for listening and enjoy the show. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 46:32 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-145-fact-or-fiction-survival-myths/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-145-fact-or-fiction-survival-myths/#comments Thu, 07 Jul 2011 01:27:45 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1629 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-145-fact-or-fiction-survival-myths/feed/ 1 Angry people,Family Survival,Guns for Todays Survival,lessons from past,Mindset,Situational Awareness,Weather disasters,Why Prepare? There's a lot of folklore and bad information being tossed around, about survival in the wilderness, safety and shooting hoards of zombies. So in the episode, I keep it rooted in common sense and decide to do some myth busting. There's a lot of folklore and bad information being tossed around, about survival in the wilderness, safety and shooting hoards of zombies. So in the episode, I keep it rooted in common sense and decide to do some myth busting. I found several sources from blogs and forums to get information from some pretty credible people on what's fact and what's fiction? So be careful what you read and believe. I talk about things like building fires, purifying water, defending your camp, carrying cash, building shelters, shooting guns and a lot more. Please check out the links below and read the information there, it's well worth it. Please join our forum too. Thanks for downloading and listening, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Survival Myths Debunked Field and Stream: Top 8 Survival Myths Lew Rockwell: 6 Dangerous Urban Survival Myths Urban Survival Site Bob Mayne no 1:05:43 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-144-mindset-of-military-vs-civilian-survivalism/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-144-mindset-of-military-vs-civilian-survivalism/#comments Fri, 24 Jun 2011 23:46:48 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1627 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-144-mindset-of-military-vs-civilian-survivalism/feed/ 3 Emergency Bag,Family Survival,Mindset,Situational Awareness This episode is about the differences between a military point of view and a civilian point of view, with respect to preparedness. Often times on internet boards and blogs you see a post from someone who feeds you a lot of information from a military o... This episode is about the differences between a military point of view and a civilian point of view, with respect to preparedness. Often times on internet boards and blogs you see a post from someone who feeds you a lot of information from a military or law enforcement perspective. It may be great information but not applicable to a civilian who wants to get his/her family prepared for a common emergency or disaster. This problem sometimes leads people to spend more time and money than they need to, on supplies they probably won't need. I know, it happened to me. So I found some information written by FerFal and also posted on a blog called The Modern Survivalist. I used this article as a basis to give you some of my own thoughts and experiences on preparing from a civilian standpoint. Thanks for downloading and listening, Bob Mayne Today's Survival Show. Bob Mayne no 51:17 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-143-2-day-defensive-handgun-training/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-143-2-day-defensive-handgun-training/#comments Mon, 06 Jun 2011 16:57:01 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1623 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-143-2-day-defensive-handgun-training/feed/ 0 Firearms training,Guns for Todays Survival,Why Prepare? I've talked a lot about what you know being as important as what you have, when it comes to preparedness. So I achieved one of my goals this year and that was to take 3 training classes that pertain to survival. This is the first one. I've talked a lot about what you know being as important as what you have, when it comes to preparedness. So I achieved one of my goals this year and that was to take 3 training classes that pertain to survival. This is the first one. I recently took a 2 day defensive handgun training class taught by Suarez International called Close Range Gunfighting. I realize survival is not all about guns and ammo, but that is a part of it, wouldn't you agree? It's something that should be on your list of preps. The mindset skills taught in this class were just as important as the handgun training in my opinion. So it's the "mindset" I want you as a listener to experience. That's what you will hear in this podcast. Thanks for listening and don't forget to become a member of my "Survival Champion's" Club by clicking the link at the top of this page and signing up. Your support will help me show a great deal and you'll get a tremendous benefit. Version 3 will be coming out soon. Remember to join our forum too. Thank you, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 1:09:53 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-142-normalcy-bias-vs-situational-awareness/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-142-normalcy-bias-vs-situational-awareness/#comments Tue, 24 May 2011 03:42:31 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1619 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-142-normalcy-bias-vs-situational-awareness/feed/ 1 Family Survival,Mindset,Situational Awareness,Why Prepare? A lot is made about situational awareness and I think it's an important survival skill to know. So I recently read a great blog article by the same title called "In the Rabbit Hole." I thougt it was well written and makes excellent points, A lot is made about situational awareness and I think it's an important survival skill to know. So I recently read a great blog article by the same title called "In the Rabbit Hole." I thougt it was well written and makes excellent points, so I used it as the basis of this show. You should check out their blog and podcast. Some people also think situational awareness only applies to personal safety, but it can also apply to financial matters and wilderness survival. So thanks for dowloading and listening. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 56:49 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-141-volunteerism-and-free-training/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-141-volunteerism-and-free-training/#comments Thu, 19 May 2011 15:49:39 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1617 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-141-volunteerism-and-free-training/feed/ 0 Bartering,Family Survival,skills vs gear Preparedness has just as much to do with what you know as it does what you have, in my opinion. So this episode is dedicated to the subject of how to acquire free training through volunteerism and occaisonally, part time work. Preparedness has just as much to do with what you know as it does what you have, in my opinion. So this episode is dedicated to the subject of how to acquire free training through volunteerism and occaisonally, part time work. So a listener named Matt Czonek, who has been on this show once before discussing knife and tool sharpening, decided to share with us some of his personal experiences. We discuss his volunteer work at Pioneer Farms in Austin and the Green Corn Project. We also discuss bartering and share personal success stories about how bartering helped us get what we couldn't afford at the time. Don't forget to join the forum here and thanks for downloading and listening, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show. Bob Mayne no 54:27 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-140-coping-with-traumatic-stress-and-a-little-bit-about-springtime-preparedness/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-140-coping-with-traumatic-stress-and-a-little-bit-about-springtime-preparedness/#comments Wed, 18 May 2011 02:34:58 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1609 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-140-coping-with-traumatic-stress-and-a-little-bit-about-springtime-preparedness/feed/ 1 Budget Survival,Family Survival,Mindset This episode basically has 2 topics, the first is an expansion of a previous episode on dealing with the stress of the aftermath of a disaster. Think about the flooding in Mississippi and Louisiana as you hear this. This episode basically has 2 topics, the first is an expansion of a previous episode on dealing with the stress of the aftermath of a disaster. Think about the flooding in Mississippi and Louisiana as you hear this. The second topic is some ideas I have on spring and summer preparedness. Thanks for listening, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 51:24 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-139-credit-card-myths-and-mental-toughess-after-a-disaster/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-139-credit-card-myths-and-mental-toughess-after-a-disaster/#comments Wed, 27 Apr 2011 21:57:25 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1594 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-139-credit-card-myths-and-mental-toughess-after-a-disaster/feed/ 0 Budget Survival,Family Survival,Finances,Mindset,Why Prepare? I decided to make this show about 2 different subjects. First is credit cards. I found an article in Fox Business News that I didn't really like, about the use of credit cards. I think this is very appropriate for survivalism because of the danger cred... I decided to make this show about 2 different subjects. First is credit cards. I found an article in Fox Business News that I didn't really like, about the use of credit cards. I think this is very appropriate for survivalism because of the danger credit cards pose before and after a disaster. So the first half of the show is dedicated to this subject. I discuss why I think credit cards are a bad idea, but more importantly, what this article doesn't say that makes it a bad article. Secondly, I talk about how to stay positive and mentally tough after a disaster. So much of survival is psychological and I discuss some ways to improve your ability to survive, by improving your mind. Thanks for listening, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show. Links: Midwest Disaster Medical Coping With Traumatic Stress 7 Secrets Credit Card Providers Don't Want You to Know, Fox Business Bob Mayne no 51:11 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-138-dog-vs-burglar/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-138-dog-vs-burglar/#comments Fri, 15 Apr 2011 13:16:09 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1584 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-138-dog-vs-burglar/feed/ 4 Dogs,Family Survival,Home Security,Why Prepare? Dogs often come up in a conversation about home security. Preparedness also includes taking your home and business security seriously. Recently I received an excellent email from a listener reminding me that I forgot to talk about Dogs in the last podc... Dogs often come up in a conversation about home security. Preparedness also includes taking your home and business security seriously. Recently I received an excellent email from a listener reminding me that I forgot to talk about Dogs in the last podcast on home security. So I felt compelled to produce another show. I would like to give you some things to think about when considering any type of animal as a security alarm. There are positives and negatives. There's also the Dog Bite Law. Remember to invest in your copy of my "Survival Champion's Club" podcast and join our forum. Thanks for downloading and listening, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show. Bob Mayne no 26:59 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-137-home-security/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-137-home-security/#comments Wed, 13 Apr 2011 22:46:00 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1581 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-137-home-security/feed/ 2 Family Survival,Home Security,Why Prepare? Home security is something we should constantly think about. Especially if TSHTF, there will be stressed out people that will do crazy things they don't normally do. Given the fact that survival is must as much about what we do know before something ha... Home security is something we should constantly think about. Especially if TSHTF, there will be stressed out people that will do crazy things they don't normally do. Given the fact that survival is must as much about what we do know before something happens as it is after a disaster, this subject fits right in. So many times I answered a call from a stressed out homeowner or business owner, calling me after they were broken into. I often silently askes myself the question, "why didn't they take care of this before this happened?" Every one of them wish they had. During my 16 years in the home security industry, I've learned a few things along the way, so in this podcast I share some things for you to think about to protect your castle. I cover how to secure a single family home, a business, an apartment and a rural farm or BOL. I discuss security systems, IP surveillance cameras, motion detectors, glass break sensors, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors and more. I even talk about less lethal ways to secure the inside of your home and the 3 layers of protection to consider. I think you'll find this quite informative. Please remember to join our forum and contribute to this show by investing in your copy of my Survival Champion's Club podcast. Stay safe, Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show. Bob Mayne no 1:00:15 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-136-well-rounded-survivalist/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-136-well-rounded-survivalist/#comments Wed, 30 Mar 2011 04:37:27 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1572 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-136-well-rounded-survivalist/feed/ 1 Budget Survival,Declare your OWN independence!,Evacuation,Mindset,Plans,Why Prepare? This episode is about being well rounded as a survivalist. I got the idea from Eric Shelton's Handgun Podcast. He did a show several weeks ago on becoming a well rounded shooter. So I decided to use that theme and apply it to common sense preparedness. This episode is about being well rounded as a survivalist. I got the idea from Eric Shelton's Handgun Podcast. He did a show several weeks ago on becoming a well rounded shooter. So I decided to use that theme and apply it to common sense preparedness. Some people think that preppers should specialize. I disagree. In this podcast I make the point to become well rounded in your training, your supplies, your attitude, your security and your survival goals. I also cover a little bit of info on building well rounded survival relationships with people of varied skill sets. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Links: Handgun Podcast Forum Bob Mayne no 52:24 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-135-treating-medical-problems-in-an-emergency-getting-back-to-eating-real-foods-2-great-interviews/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-135-treating-medical-problems-in-an-emergency-getting-back-to-eating-real-foods-2-great-interviews/#comments Tue, 22 Mar 2011 15:57:49 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1553 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-135-treating-medical-problems-in-an-emergency-getting-back-to-eating-real-foods-2-great-interviews/feed/ 3 First Aid,Food Storage,Organic food,Survival Kits,Training,Why Prepare? 2 Interviews in this episode. First is Matt Brasik, founder of Midwest Disaster Medical. It's a school in Wisconsin teaching students how to administer medical care after a disaster that may last long term, 2 Interviews in this episode. First is Matt Brasik, founder of Midwest Disaster Medical. It's a school in Wisconsin teaching students how to administer medical care after a disaster that may last long term, when it's apparent no medical help will be arriving soon. We discuss first aid kits, medical supplies to stock up on, what classes to take and even what skills you should know. Second is Kimberly Sweet. She is getting her Master's degree in holistic nutrition in Colorado. We discuss what seasonal foods are, why you should concentrate on eating seasonal foods, organic foods and how to begin a transition to healthier eating and nutrition. I think you will find both of these interviews quite informative. Please check out the links below as well. Version 2 of the "Survival Champions Club" podcast is available, click the link at the top of the page for more details. Also please join our forum to discuss both of these interviews and more. Stay safe and stay prepared. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show, "Do what you can, with what you have, wherever you are."Links: Today's Survival Show Forum Midwest Disaster Medical Food News Azure Standard Montana Wheat Farmers Market Eat Wild Community Shared Agriculture, Local Harvest Bob Mayne no 1:21:29 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-134-shocking-government-waste-and-economic-collapse/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-134-shocking-government-waste-and-economic-collapse/#comments Tue, 15 Mar 2011 15:05:28 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1547 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-134-shocking-government-waste-and-economic-collapse/feed/ 0 Economy,Government Waste Buckle your seat belt for this episode. You'll hear from a Congressman about facts concerning government waste and the absolutely ridiculous programs that eat up your tax dollars. Why is this a survival topic? Buckle your seat belt for this episode. You'll hear from a Congressman about facts concerning government waste and the absolutely ridiculous programs that eat up your tax dollars. Why is this a survival topic? Because the closer our government gets to financial collapse or at least near bankruptcy, the more it will affect us, the average citizen. Are you prepared for the drastic cut in government services and what it will cause people to do? This is not a political episode. It's filled with factual information that will probably surprise you. The Economic Collapse Blog has an excellent article on this. This is unsustainable and it must be stopped. But you should also be prepared for what will occur if it isn't stopped. As you know, I don't like to engage in tin foil hatter, but this episode is based on reality. It's based on facts and basic economics. If we as citizens don't continue to participate vigorously in the fight to stop this, we will pay a price for what the numbskulls in our government do. Thanks for downloading and listening. Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 41:50 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-133-knife-and-tool-sharpening/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-133-knife-and-tool-sharpening/#comments Tue, 08 Mar 2011 13:51:02 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1536 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-133-knife-and-tool-sharpening/feed/ 3 Budget Survival,Family Survival,Knives,Survival skills This episode is an interview with Matt Czosnek who is a listener of Today's Survival Show. He's also a blacksmith and a knife and tool sharpener. I thought I knew a lot about knife sharpening until this interview. This episode is an interview with Matt Czosnek who is a listener of Today's Survival Show. He's also a blacksmith and a knife and tool sharpener. I thought I knew a lot about knife sharpening until this interview. Matt made me realize how much I don't know and that's why I really like bringing people like him on this show to do a quick talk. We discuss what oil to use when sharpening blades, what angle, what type of knife metals are hard to sharpen and what makes a good survival knife. We also discuss blacksmithing. He does some blacksmithing on the side and I think you'll find that interesting too. During the interview, I discovered that Matt and his family are also pretty keen on eating and staying healthy so you'll hear about that too. Please remember to join our forum and also remember that version 2 of my "Survival Champion's Club" exclusive podcast is set to release on March 15th. Only 250 copies will be sold, reserve yours today. There's a link at the top of this page. Matt is one of my guests on that podcast too. Thanks for downloading and listening. Bob Mayne no 1:13:02 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-132-safe-rooms/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-132-safe-rooms/#comments Tue, 01 Mar 2011 04:44:28 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1527 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-132-safe-rooms/feed/ 0 Family Survival,Food Storage,Home Security,Mindset,Saferooms Do you have a safe room? If so, how is it set up? What do you have in it? How much food, water, weapons and supplies do you have in it? In this show I interview Andrea Clark from Fort Worth, Texas. Also known as penguinofdoom on our forum. Do you have a safe room? If so, how is it set up? What do you have in it? How much food, water, weapons and supplies do you have in it? In this show I interview Andrea Clark from Fort Worth, Texas. Also known as penguinofdoom on our forum. She's a certified NRA Instructor and also shares some knowledge on setting up a safe room in your home. We talk about supplies, stocking up and building a safe room in your home. Check out her website to learn more about the classes she's teaching now. We also talk about what type of room to choose and even how to make it sanitary. Enjoy the interview and remember to join our forum. Bob Mayne Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 33:40 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-131-mayhem-in-wisconsin-segment-2-is-on-vehicles/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-131-mayhem-in-wisconsin-segment-2-is-on-vehicles/#comments Tue, 22 Feb 2011 13:34:17 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1523 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-131-mayhem-in-wisconsin-segment-2-is-on-vehicles/feed/ 2 Don't be one of the sheeple,Finances,lessons from past,Retirement,vehicle,Why Prepare? Wisconsin is an underrated state. It's my home state and in many ways I miss it. But what's going on there right now really saddens me. So in this episode I talk about how government dependence and how the entitlement way of life is the root cause of t... Wisconsin is an underrated state. It's my home state and in many ways I miss it. But what's going on there right now really saddens me. So in this episode I talk about how government dependence and how the entitlement way of life is the root cause of the crisis in Wisconsin. Is this a sign of things to come? I think so. There are some FACTS about the situation in Wisconsin you might not know about, so rest assured, I use facts to formulate the theme of this show. In segment 2, I talk about cars for survival, but it's not about bug out vehicles. It's about buying cars, taking care of cars and driving cars in such a way that you avoid making a bad investment. I base this partially on Dave Ramsey's "drive free and retire wealthy" philosophy. I analyze the financial aspect of a vehicle and why it's one of the worst investments of all time. Thanks for downloading and listening. Please remember to join our forum and support my fundraising cause by getting your copy of my Preparedness/Shooting CD or digital download. - Bob Mayne, Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 1:02:47 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-130-the-5-steps-to-surviving-anything/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-130-the-5-steps-to-surviving-anything/#comments Tue, 15 Feb 2011 04:50:47 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1519 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-130-the-5-steps-to-surviving-anything/feed/ 0 Don't be one of the sheeple,Family Survival,Finances,Mindset,Why Prepare? The recent crisis in Egypt can teach us a lot of survival lessons, so I start with that. Then, I analyze who are the "poor" in the United States? How do they survive? Where and how do they live and how can they get out of their situation? The recent crisis in Egypt can teach us a lot of survival lessons, so I start with that. Then, I analyze who are the "poor" in the United States? How do they survive? Where and how do they live and how can they get out of their situation? In this episode I'll talk about some statistics about the less fortunate and why government assistance is not the answer to their problems. I finish with the "5 steps to surviving anything." Also, please remember to join our forum. When like minded people get together, cool things happen and that's what's going on in the Today's Survival Show forum. Bob Mayne Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 44:57 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-129-interview-on-survival-guns-with-chip-monk/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-129-interview-on-survival-guns-with-chip-monk/#comments Mon, 07 Feb 2011 06:45:17 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1516 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-129-interview-on-survival-guns-with-chip-monk/feed/ 1 Angry people,Budget Survival,Guns for Todays Survival,Mindset,Why Prepare? Firearms are definitely a survival tool. Not the only tool you need, but when TSHTF they will be necessary at some point to defend yourself and your family. But what about hunting? Chip Monk of the Chip Monk Family Survival Podcast joins me for a real ... Firearms are definitely a survival tool. Not the only tool you need, but when TSHTF they will be necessary at some point to defend yourself and your family. But what about hunting? Chip Monk of the Chip Monk Family Survival Podcast joins me for a real informative interview, I think you'll enjoy it. We talk about SKS's, .22lr's, double barrel shotguns and a lot more. Please remember to join our forum. Bob Mayne Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 56:04 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-128-water-storage-and-purification/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-128-water-storage-and-purification/#comments Mon, 31 Jan 2011 21:47:40 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1509 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-128-water-storage-and-purification/feed/ 0 Family Survival,Water Storage,Why Prepare? This episode is a guest podcast. Dustin Keener from the DFW area is a regular listener and he was my guest in Episode 62. He also has some interesting information to share about water storage and purification. This episode is a guest podcast. Dustin Keener from the DFW area is a regular listener and he was my guest in Episode 62. He also has some interesting information to share about water storage and purification. He gives out some information I didin't consider and I'm sure you will get some good ideas from it. Please remember to join the forum and support the show with an investment in my combo survival/shooting CD or digital download. Links and resources for this show: http://www.survivaloutdoorskills.com/purifying_water.htm http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/SODIS http://www.survivaltopics.com/survival/better-than-bleach-use-calcium-hypochlorite-to-disinfect-water/ Video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=imbx0XdlnQ0 Bob Mayne Bob Mayne no 40:43 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-127-how-the-dollar-died/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-127-how-the-dollar-died/#comments Thu, 20 Jan 2011 01:21:15 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1504 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-127-how-the-dollar-died/feed/ 0 Declare your OWN independence!,Don't be one of the sheeple,Mindset,Why Prepare?,worry Usually I don't engage in tin foil hat theories. But I sure like the website www.inflation.us. You need to check out their website and YouTube Channel. So this episode is about entitlement thinking and how it's destroying out culture and our way of life. Usually I don't engage in tin foil hat theories. But I sure like the website www.inflation.us. You need to check out their website and YouTube Channel. So this episode is about entitlement thinking and how it's destroying out culture and our way of life. So often people point to the government as the problem. I really don't think it is, I think the people who expect so much to be absolutely given to them, are the largest part of the problem. Everyone is too consumed with the start of a new season of American Idol! Why not be consumed with improving your life? Thanks for downloading and listening. Bob Mayne Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 37:10 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-126-what-happens-when-your-needs-exceed-your-resources/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-126-what-happens-when-your-needs-exceed-your-resources/#comments Tue, 11 Jan 2011 01:36:35 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1498 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-126-what-happens-when-your-needs-exceed-your-resources/feed/ 0 Don't be one of the sheeple,Emergency Bag,Family Survival,home defense podcast,Home Security,Why Prepare? This is a situation a lot of people find themselves in. Regardless of the emergency, big or small a lot of people just simply don't know what to do. This is a phenomenon that hurts a lot of people and even kills them in an emergency situation. This is a situation a lot of people find themselves in. Regardless of the emergency, big or small a lot of people just simply don't know what to do. This is a phenomenon that hurts a lot of people and even kills them in an emergency situation. So I decided to interview Chris Harper, a listener to Today's Survival Show and a long time member of our forum. He's an EMT, Emergency Manager and wears many other hats. I consider him an authority on survival and he's also produced an excellent YouTube series called "Disaster Preparedness Series." Please remember to join our forum if you haven't already and get in on the discussion. Bob Mayne Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 53:33 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-125-freedom-from-fear/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-125-freedom-from-fear/#comments Tue, 04 Jan 2011 15:59:43 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1495 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-125-freedom-from-fear/feed/ 0 Angry people,Mindset,Self Defense,Situational Awareness,Why Prepare? Situational awareness is often talked about in survival and preparedness circles, but what does that really mean? In this episode I talk about specifics. I give you examples of situtational awareness and what you can do to help you stay safer out there. Situational awareness is often talked about in survival and preparedness circles, but what does that really mean? In this episode I talk about specifics. I give you examples of situtational awareness and what you can do to help you stay safer out there. This is inspired by Alex Haddox's Practical Defense Podcast. Not about guns, but about common sense, non radical ways to stay vigilant and help prevent attacks of violence from coming your way. I also discuss how to deal with difficult people in a stressful situation. Remember to join our forum by clicking the forum button at the top of this page and support my show if you can by investing in my CD or digital download. It contains over 2 hours of preparedess info exclusive to you and never covered on this show before. Bob Mayne Today' Survival Show Links: Alex Haddox's Practical Defense Podcast FerFal's Blog No Nonsense Self Defense Bob Mayne no 49:25 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-124-when-bad-things-happen-to-good-people/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-124-when-bad-things-happen-to-good-people/#comments Thu, 30 Dec 2010 04:16:20 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1488 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-124-when-bad-things-happen-to-good-people/feed/ 0 Don't be one of the sheeple,Guns for Todays Survival,Why Prepare? Too often people don't believe something bad can happen. So that's one reason they're not prepared when it does. They often have a look of disbelief and seem to go into shock because a disaster is taking place before their very eyes. On December 14, Too often people don't believe something bad can happen. So that's one reason they're not prepared when it does. They often have a look of disbelief and seem to go into shock because a disaster is taking place before their very eyes. On December 14, 2010 a gunman by the name of Clay Duke began shooting at a school board meeting in Florida. It resulted in him taking his own life and thankfully no one else was killed. However, I think the bigger tragedy was the members of the school board who couldn't believe it was happening. Their lack of action could have resulted in a much greater tragedy. Do you sincerely believe it's possible for you to be caught in something like this? I hope so. I realize we don't want to live our lives in fear, but you need to have a plan and be able to execute it if you find yourself victimized by something like this. In this episode I interview Jon Hodoway, a prominent self defense trainer. You'll enjoy the interview. Please remember to join our forum and don't forget to support my show with a purchase of one of my CD's or digital downloads on preparedness and shooting skills. Bob Mayne Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 54:54 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-123-plan-to-survive/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-123-plan-to-survive/#comments Wed, 22 Dec 2010 01:16:16 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1470 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-123-plan-to-survive/feed/ 0 Evacuation,Family Survival,Mindset,Plans,skills vs gear,Why Prepare? Well, it's Christmas time and while it's time to have fun, be with family and get nice gifts, it's also time to start thinking about next year's survival plans. So this show is dedicated to the art of planning. Well, it's Christmas time and while it's time to have fun, be with family and get nice gifts, it's also time to start thinking about next year's survival plans. So this show is dedicated to the art of planning. You'll hear from someone who did not plan well, some of my previous failures to plan and some survival Christmas gifts that have helped me out in the past. You'll also hear from a member of our forum on developing a family survival plans. Are you taking some time to reflect and set new preparedness goals for 2011? Download and listen, you may get some ideas from this show. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! Bob Mayne Bob Mayne no 50:51 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-122-the-art-of-nothing/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-122-the-art-of-nothing/#comments Tue, 14 Dec 2010 02:38:08 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1462 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-122-the-art-of-nothing/feed/ 0 Budget Survival,Don't be one of the sheeple,Family Survival,Mindset,Why Prepare? Have you ever wondered how to make something out of nothing? Isn't that what preparedness minded people do every day? Thanks to a listener who emailed this to me, this show is inspired by the article "The Art of Nothing," by Thomas Elpel. Have you ever wondered how to make something out of nothing? Isn't that what preparedness minded people do every day? Thanks to a listener who emailed this to me, this show is inspired by the article "The Art of Nothing," by Thomas Elpel. Here's an excerpt from the article and of course, I put it into my own words on this podcast. Today many of us westerners find ourselves fascinated with these simple cultures, and a few of us really dive into it to reproduce or recreate the primitive lifestyle. In our typical western zeal we get right into it and produce, produce, produce. We work ambitiously to learn each primitive craft, and we produce all kinds of primitive clothing, tools, containers, and art, and just plain stuff. True hunter-gatherer cultures carried all their possessions on their backs, but us modern primitives soon find that we need a pickup truck just to move camp! In our effort to recreate the primitive lifestyle we find that we have ironically missed our mark completely, that we have made many primitive things, but that we have not begun to grasp the true nature of a primitive culture. To truly grasp that essence requires that we let go, and begin to understand the art of doing nothing. I also discuss some ways to prepare for Christmas and give Christmas gifts even if you are very low on money. Bob Mayne no 34:44 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-121-concealed-carry-interview/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-121-concealed-carry-interview/#comments Mon, 06 Dec 2010 22:48:55 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1458 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-121-concealed-carry-interview/feed/ 0 Angry people,Guns for Todays Survival,home defense podcast,Mindset Preparing for your security should not be overlooked. I agree that guns and ammo are not the end all be all for survival however just read FerFal's blog and make note of what he says for the need for security. So in this episode I interview Jon Hodoway. Preparing for your security should not be overlooked. I agree that guns and ammo are not the end all be all for survival however just read FerFal's blog and make note of what he says for the need for security. So in this episode I interview Jon Hodoway. He's a very accomplished firearms trainer and a very informative outspoken person on the right to defend oneself. I first learned about Jon from the Handgun Podcast. After he made some comments about some things I said on my Handgun World Show, he made the offer to come on my show. I know some of you don't listen to that show, so I made the decision to replay the interview here on this show this week. We discuss things like choosing a self protection gun, stopping power, caliber, high end 1911's and why he does not like the .380acp caliber. I think you'll find this to be quite informative. If you have not joined our forum, please consider doing so. You'll find they are a good group of people. Bob Mayne Today's Survival Show Bob Mayne no 1:03:31 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-120-what-im-thankful-for-and-how-it-helps-me-survive/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-120-what-im-thankful-for-and-how-it-helps-me-survive/#comments Wed, 24 Nov 2010 23:53:39 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1456 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-120-what-im-thankful-for-and-how-it-helps-me-survive/feed/ 0 Budget Survival,Declare your OWN independence!,Home Security,Plans,Why Prepare? During this Thanksgiving Holiday and important survival message would be to explain what we have to be thankful for and how survivalism starts with being content. So even though this is a brief message, I hope you'll find a few of my personal struggles... During this Thanksgiving Holiday and important survival message would be to explain what we have to be thankful for and how survivalism starts with being content. So even though this is a brief message, I hope you'll find a few of my personal struggles and eye opening experience to help you with your preparations. I discuss security, finances, gathering supplies, learning skills and I also give you a brief history of Thanksgiving and how the plight of the pilgrims give us all a good survival example to follow. Hope you enjoy this show and have a Happy Thanksgiving! Bob Mayne no 35:41 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-119-10-danger-signs-the-us-economy-is-headed-for-disaster-and-how-to-handle-it/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-119-10-danger-signs-the-us-economy-is-headed-for-disaster-and-how-to-handle-it/#comments Wed, 17 Nov 2010 03:43:35 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1453 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-119-10-danger-signs-the-us-economy-is-headed-for-disaster-and-how-to-handle-it/feed/ 3 Budget Survival,Declare your OWN independence!,Don't be one of the sheeple,Family Survival,Finances,Food Storage,Mindset,Retirement,Why Prepare?,worry 10 Signs to watch out for to signal the long term downfall of the U.S. Economy and how it will effect the rest of the world. I try not to get too negative and preach the sky is falling but I do tell the truth. 10 Signs to watch out for to signal the long term downfall of the U.S. Economy and how it will effect the rest of the world. I try not to get too negative and preach the sky is falling but I do tell the truth. Then I give you some ideas as to how to stay in balance, prioritize and make the most of your survival preparations. Some people believe the US economy will rebound shortly and become stronger than ever, but I disagree. The truth is the US economy is drowning in debt, American consumers are broke, American businesses are broke and the unfunded pension plans, social security entitlements and government programs will be what kills this nations economy once and for all. The day of reckoning is fast approaching, are you ready? Don't forget to join our forum of like minded rational common sense survivalists. Also get a copy of my new CD with new info on it, look at the top of the page click the link and use the buy it now button to reserve your copy. Available Dec. 15th on CD or digital download. Source: http://www.nowpublic.com/world/danger-signs-u-s-economy-headed-disaster Bob Mayne no 59:16 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-118-reinvent-yourself/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-118-reinvent-yourself/#comments Thu, 11 Nov 2010 17:43:17 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1451 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-118-reinvent-yourself/feed/ 2 Budget Survival,Declare your OWN independence!,Don't be one of the sheeple,Family Survival,fear,lessons from past,Why Prepare? Reinventing yourself is a survival preparation in my opinion. Simply because it allows you to be more flexible to handle every day disaster challenges and even the major disasters. So in this episode I share some thoughts on what it takes to reinvent y... Reinventing yourself is a survival preparation in my opinion. Simply because it allows you to be more flexible to handle every day disaster challenges and even the major disasters. So in this episode I share some thoughts on what it takes to reinvent yourself in today's economic and social climate. I've had to practice some of this lately so it comes from personal experience. Don't forget to join our forum of great people that are willing to share ideas with you on how to reinvent yourself and take on new preparedness challenges. Also, don't forget to order your copy of my survival CD coming out 12-15-10! Bob Mayne no 26:05 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-117-thoughts-from-the-er/ http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-117-thoughts-from-the-er/#comments Thu, 04 Nov 2010 16:31:13 +0000 Todays Survival Show http://www.todayssurvival.com/?p=1448 http://www.todayssurvival.com/episode-117-thoughts-from-the-er/feed/ 0 Family Survival,Guns for Todays Survival,home defense podcast,Home Security,Mindset,Why Prepare? Thoughts from the ER Part 2 of "Anatomy of Ending a Fight." I interview a listener, Jon from Tennessee. He's an ER technician and shares excellent thoughts about what he sees in the emergency room. You'll gain valuable insight on how to survive if you're attacked, what happens to people when they are injured, why you should defend yourself and how you should defend yourself. This show is not only about guns, it's about what happens to people and very real examples of how they survive or why they don't. Please see Jon's post "Anatomy of Ending a Fight" on our forum. Remember to order your Today's Survival CD or digital download. You can support the show and get valuable info I've not yet covered in this podcast. Click the buy now button to order. Bob Mayne no 1:01:00