In The Rabbit Hole Urban Survival

Hosts Aaron and Jason give an update to the urban farm project and discuss the debut of a huge new project. After two years of gaffs, mistakes, and lots of folly, Aaron and Jason have suddenly reached the completion of the livestock portion of their urban farm. Now they look to the future for perfecting their rabbit stock. And they look forward to the start of the Aquaponics project. And the wacky urban farmers start planning for a five-year project close to every preppers desire... ~ Join us as we discuss... Topics: * Raising meat pen rabbits in the city. * What's a bunny Bar Mitzvah? (Note: Rabbits are not kosher... as it turns out) * How tasty are Ameraucana Chickens? * Dealing with large-scale water storage on an urban farm. * Planning for the prepper's dream in a way that benefits you today. OR if things go wrong. ~ Become a supporting member here: http://www.itrh.net ~ Resources from this episode can be found at: http://www.intherabbithole.com/e95  

Hosts Aaron and Jonathan do a survival year-end review--ringing out 2012 and ringing their hands of 2013. The raise is on. Will 2013 be worse for liberty, financial health, and overall well being? As we close out 2012 and head into 2013 the outlook isn't bright for the new year. ~ Tune is as we cover... Topics: * The bleak outlook for liberty in 2013. * The expansion of the Patriot Act. * Gun control: It's not just AR-15s. * How violence is actually on the decline. * The one trick ponies in Washington. * Financial cliff * Estate Tax * Capital Gains Tax * What to expect: Our outlook for 2013. ~ Become a supporting member here: http://www.itrh.net ~ Resources from this episode can be found at: http://www.intherabbithole.com/e94  

Hosts Aaron, Jonathan, and Jason discuss preparing in an apartment and a new home. It's a long over due highly requested episode. And it sets the record for our longest episode ever. Because it's such a large topic. Survival in an apartment is fraught with difficulties, limitations, and needed reality checks. But it's not impossible. And there are measures that can be taken to ensure you're able to survive. Moving into a new home offers a fresh pallet for a prepper to work with. But it brings up all kinds of new things to consider. Because your are starting all over. ~ Join us as we cover apparent prepping and prepping in a new home... Topics: * Setting realistic expectations while preparing in an urban setting. * Apparent security concerns and methods. * Thoughts on picking a location both for homes and apartments. * Conventional and unconventional means of egress from an apparent. * Food and water storage in small spaces. * Cooking after a disaster or collapse. * Zombie dear... ~ Become a supporting member

In this episode, Aaron shares a special announcement about the future of ITRH and discusses the basics of prepping for winter. This is by no means an exhaustive checklist. But it is our bi-annual run through of what you should be doing to prepare for the season. And it's a great way to get your mind focused on what you need to be doing to ensure that your shelter and gear are in working order. Often as Preppers, we check something off our list to then stuff it away in a closet, think it's done, and forget it. If you're new to prep it's a great place to start. And if you've been around for a while it'll serve as a good reminder. ~ Join us as we discuss... Show Topics: * Listener contributions. * A special don't miss the announcement * Prepping your house for winter. * Prepping your car for winter. * Prepping your bags for winter. ~ Become a supporting member here: http://www.itrh.net ~ Resources from this episode can be found at: http://www.intherabbithole.com/e92  

In this episode Aaron and Jonathan deliver a post election Libertarian rant, surviving the next four years, and some topics guaranteed to piss some of you off. Liberty is the cornerstone of survival. And in this post election cycle many people are concern (if not terrified) about what the next four years means for their survival. But the reality is, we viscerally didn't like either mainstream candidate. And we believe the road map to survival hasn't changed, perhaps the pace is just quickened. Because they all sink. So this episode dives into the fundamentals that may keep you safe and sound for the next four years. And keeps you safe and sound beyond the next four years. And today we may piss off some of you. Maybe even to the point of never listening again. But... It's going to be that kind of show today. ~ Listen now as we discuss... Survival Topics: * What happened to last week's show? * What does the next four years mean for survival? * Blue Hats vs Green Hats * Personal fiscal responsibility. * Politics

Hosts Aaron and Jason wrap up part III of Surviving X with Surviving the Zombie Apocalypse. Zombies fiction has become a huge part of the survival community. They are an unpredictable, terrifying, and exceptionally difficult enemy to compat. And this makes them the perfect survival mental exersize. It's no wonder why they're so popular. And in this episode we cover our ideas for surviving a Zombie outbreak. (After we catch Jason up to speed on what Zombies are, since he's a "real survivalist"). ~ Topics: * What is a zombie, in the most basic terms. * Things that bother us about Zombies. * Weapons choices for combating Zombies. * Gorilla Warfare for dealing with Zombies. * Community's role is surviving Zombies. * Bugging Out vs Bugging In * Bug Out Vehicle considerations. ~ Become a supporting member here: http://www.itrh.net ~ Resources from this episode can be found at: http://www.intherabbithole.com/e90  

Hosts Aaron and Jonathan are joined by Ron Davis for part II of the Halloween Series Surviving X. For those new to the show--or those that just haven't been paying attention, we doing a Halloween Fictional Survival Scenario series. And in this episode we explore a fictional survival scenario: Surviving the Invasion of the Brain Bugs. Playing the what if survival game with friends is always fun. But more importantly, it all just goes to show that the basics apply. And it doesn't matter if it's natural disasters, economic collapse, or brain bugs from outer space. ~ Join us as we dive into... * Brain Bugs from outer space. * Oat Meal weapons. * Communication methods for survival. * Team building * Survival Planning * Bug Out Route Planning ~ Become a supporting member here: http://www.itrh.net ~ Resources from this episode can be found at: http://www.intherabbithole.com/e89  

Hosts Aaron and Jonathan discuss surviving the collapse of the United States. For the month of October we're going to exercise one fictional survival scenario a week. It's a fun way to play through ridiculous situations. And a great way to have some fun. But don't let that detract from the deeper message of each episode. While silly, each one shows how it's really all about the basics. ~ Join us as we rally the Roving Horde Armada, pull anchor, and set sail for a better place with... Topics: * Planning an evacuation * Building a basic supply list. * Knowing when to bug out. * Picking a bug out vehicle. * Choosing a bug out location. * Developing a long term personal sustainability plan. * ...and answer the question: can you make Whiskey from Coconuts? ~ Become a supporting member here: http://www.itrh.net ~ Resources from this episode can be found at: http://www.intherabbithole.com/e88  

Hosts Aaron and Jonathan discuss selling others on getting into the preparedness lifestyle. Long gone are the days of survivalists being hermits. Modern survivalists have come to understand the importance of building communities around themselves. But convincing other people to prepare--especially those in or inner most circles--can be tricky business. We'll make it easy for you. ~ So join as has we cover... Episode Topics: * Lead by example. * Focus on things that make you life better were things are good or bad. "Does this make my life better or worse?" * Argue with facts, logic, and knowledge. * Bait the hook and feed slowly as apposed to info dump. Otherwise, you just overwhelm people. * Don't preach. * Demand nothing. * Don't be an alarmist. ~ Become a supporting member here: http://www.itrh.net ~ Resources from this episode can be found at: http://www.intherabbithole.com/e87  

Hosts Aaron and Jonathan discuss how fast is too fast to prepare, common mistakes, and the lessons from experience. More and more people are opening to the idea of being prepared. And As we get closer to the 2012 Presidential Election, Myan 2012 "Doomsday" date, and bad economy continues that pace quickens. So to does the number of "Get Prepared Quick" gimmicky products that hit the market. So how do we prepare in a thoughtful anxiety free way that really will get us through tough times? Find out in this episode. ~ Join us as we discuss... Show Topics: * How fast is too fast to prepare? * Can you be prepared in 7 days or less? * Survival Gear without Survival Skills * Food Storage * Copy Canning * Jon's personal story of using stored food * Jonathan's food storage method vs Aaron's * Perishable, Non-Perishable, and Long Term Food storage. * Water Storage * The myth of water storage and concrete. * Can water go bad? * Storing water in plastic containers. * Water purification and filtration methods. * How much

Hosts Aaron and Jonathan weigh in on the TV Show Revolution and give their thoughts on surviving the news media. Getting information has never been more difficult. In this day and age with so many choices of where to get your news how do we decide? Do you only get it from one source that confirms your opinions? Or do you get it from many that inform your opinions? Your survival may depend on it! ~ Join us as we share our thoughts on... Topics: * The Revolution * Issues in the Middle East * How news media exclude stories because of bias * Freedom of Speech * John Stossel's mustache ...and hair * Filtering News * Obese Wiener Dog Epidemic * Being responsibly informed ~ Become a supporting member here: http://www.itrh.net ~ Resources from this episode can be found at: http://www.intherabbithole.com/e85  

Hosts Aaron and Jason discuss the latest lessons learned from their adventures in Urban Farming. When it comes to matters of self-sufficiency few are as important as being able to feed yourself. Over the last nearly two years Aaron and Jason have endeavored to see what it takes to have a farm in an urban environment. The lesson? Farmin ain't easy! But it sure is a lot of fun--when you do it with friends. ~ Join us as we explore lessons learned over the last 6 months... Topics: * The state of the ITRH Urban Farm * Understanding the importance of hands on experience * The information you can't get from books. * Automatic rabbit watering systems * Chicken coup design * Planning and use of space. * Restrictions of urban live stock * The advantages of a good survival mentor * Gear vs Skill * Lessons in NOT over engineering ~ Become a supporting member here: http://www.itrh.net ~ Resources from this episode can be found at: http://www.intherabbithole.com/e84  

Hosts Aaron and Jonathan discuss starting, building, and growing a business. There's been much to do recently about small businesses. Children's lemonade stands have become a big symbol of that sentiment, in particular. But what does it really take to open a business? How do we avoid the common pitfalls that lead to failure in business? ...And what does it really mean to be in business for yourself? But most importantly, how do we get to go fishing in the middle of the week--every week!? ~ Join us as we share our experiences, thoughts, and clear a path for your liberty... Topics: * Getting a business funded by "Family, Friends, and Fools" * Focussing on the customer with more than lip service. * Your product: What it is and isn't. * Marketing: The secret sauce you forgot. * Automation, Operations, and cost savings. * Misconceptions and hard truths about being self-employed. * Employees and herding cats. * Working for your own benefit and benefiting others. * Giving vs Giving Back and why it's important to und

Host Aaron interviews Christopher Hadnagy author of Social Engineerying: The Art of Human Hacking. In past episodes we've spoken about developing interpersonal skills. In a similar vein is the seemingly darker concept of Social Engineering. But there is a tremendous amount that can be learned both to protect and for other positive uses. ...And did you know your smart phone is telling stalkers where you are? ~ Join us as we hack human-beings... Topics: * What Social Engineering is. * How Nigerian scams work. * Other scams after disasters. * Lessons in how NOT to get scammed. * Communication Flow Models * Pretexting * Dangers on social media. * Neuro Linguistic Programing * The danger of smart phones and GPS. ~ Become a supporting member here: http://www.itrh.net ~ Resources from this episode can be found at: http://www.intherabbithole.com/e82  

In this episode hosts Aaron and Jonathan discuss a mixed bag of survival topics: conspiracy theories and racism. ...And present the show in format that harkens back to the early more conversational days of ITRH. The community is rampant with conspiracy theories. Some would even say it's a defining characteristic of the survival and preparedness community. This episode presents two in the media now. And it also offers up logical/plausible reasons behind them. You often hear--or read--survivalists and preppers looking to meet up with "Like Minded Individuals." But what does that really mean at its core? This also poses the question--as raised on the forum (link below)--of whether or not our differences of race, religion, and or creed posses risks in less than idea times. ~ Join us for a fun episode of conspiracy, intrigue, and tap dancing on a land mind of differences... Topics: * Government mass bullet buying consiracy theory. * Social Security Administration and 40 caliber * N.O.A.H and bullets. * Homeland Se

Hosts Aaron and Jonathan discuss Archery for beginners, taking time for the important things, and thoughts on the Colorado Shooting. We often speak of the importance of skills. But it isn't just about aquiring skills for survival scenarios. The journey and practice of survival skills is just as important. Sometimes the pursuit of a new survival skills turns into a new passion--maybe even a form of relaxation. And it can also be about spending time working on the C in your Survival CHI: Community. ~ Join us as we discuss Jon's journey into the world of Archery, life lessons learned by Aaron while fishing, and more... Topics: * Getting started with Archery. * Past lessons from guns applied to archery. * Compound Bows vs. Recurve Bows. * Picking the right equipment. * Why Pro Shops are better than the best online price. * What to save money on and what to break the bank on. * The value of time and how and with whom you spend it. * How to take an entire day off from work every week and not miss a beat. * Colorado

Homeschooling Part I was one of our most popular shows. Your host, Aaron, digs deeper in Homeschooling Part II. Is there anything more important to us than the education of our children? Returning the schoolhouse to the home is the answer for many faced with this critical question. Parents disillusioned with the quality and views taught in schools are turning to educating their kids at home. Some would say in droves. ~ Homeschooling Topics: * Myths about homeschooling. * Myths new homeschool parents fall victim to. * One of the funniest “were do babies come from” conversations. * How much time in a day kids need to spend in class. * The museum as a classroom with free teacher’s aids. * How much time and commitment it really takes to educate your kids at home. * and other great lessons from a veteran homeschooler and educator. ~ Become a supporting member here: http://www.itrh.net ~ Resources from this episode can be found at: http://www.intherabbithole.com/e79  

Hosts Aaron and Jonathan discuss Survival CHI and its origins. If you've heard it before now is a great time to reflect with wiser ears. If you're new to the show it's a great explanation of ITRH's origins and core philosophy... Survival CHI is the foundation of the entire show and blog. It's the fundamental concept that keeps In The Rabbit Hole all about rational practical preparedness. Back by popular demand--and sleep deprivation--Survival CHI is back. This episode includes the story of how it was made and what you can do to improve your life today and survive the possible disasters of tomorrow. ~ Join us and listen on... Topics: * How Survival CHI was formed. * An in-depth explanation of Survival CHI. * The impact Community Health and Intelligence has on your life and survival preparations. * How the principles are interdependent. * How practicing the principles has changed Aaron and Jonathan's lives. * How to apply the principles in your life today. * Homework assignment! ~ Become a supporting member her

Are you in danger of ruining your friendship and survival partnership? Your host Aaron breaks down building and planning for effective survival partnerships. A core value of Survival CHI is community. Community can be made up of many. Or just a handful of people--even as little as two. And an important aspect of community is making sure it runs well. If you care enough to have someone as a friends, shouldn't you care enough to put energy into not destroying it? ~ Save your friendship and join us for a discussion on... Topics: * Reasons partnerships often fail. * Set each other up for success. * Understanding how people communicate * Identifying strengths and weaknesses. * Bolstering each other's strengths and buttressing each other's weaknesses. * Being as open to a partnership not working out as you are to it working out. * Being honest with your partner and yourself. * How to judge a good partnership. * Building a simple plan focusing on collaborative independence. * Buying a bug out location together. * Ma

Your host Aaron is joined by Dr. James Hubbard for a discussion on treating wounds when there are no doctors. How long can you survival without medical attention? That all depends... Medicine is one of the 7 Priorities of Survival. Without medical attention we can't heal the wounds we're prone to during disasters. More importantly, we can tend the the emergency medical needs of the ones we love. Join us for a discussion with... "Dr. Hubbard's mission is to spread medical knowledge as far and wide as he can so people are empowered to live healthier, safer lives. To that end, he teaches down-to-earth survival medicine at his blog TheSurvivalDoctor.com so everyone can be prepared. He also publishes the health-information website MyFamilyDoctorMag.com Dr. Hubbard is a member of the American Medical Association, American Academy of Family Physicians, and American College of Occupational Medicine, and a prior member of the American College of Preventive Medicine and Wilderness Medicine Society." ~ Survival Medicine