In The Rabbit Hole Urban Survival

Buggout route planning done correctly occupies the minds of many preppers. Or at least it should. But it's complicated. And there are many options. So today we welcome back author Chris Herndez to get his perspective. He's going to share his thoughts based on decades of military leadership and law enforcement experiance. Plus, we'll dive into some other topics to dimisify things you may have never thought to ask about. Buggout Route Planning Topics: The dangers of conspiracy theories. Jade Helm jokes Buggout Route Planning The value of coutry roads The perrils of highspeed avenues of escape Escaping martial law What does the national gaurd actually do? When is Chris' next book due out? What is his next book about? Is Chris a fortune teller? ~ Become a supporting member here: http://www.itrh.net ~ Resources from this episode can be found at: http://www.intherabbithole.com/e156

In this episode we discuss one of the most common things preppers wrestle with: How long should you prepare for. The answer: It depends. But we can beging to solve this quandry by asking our selves three questions: 1) What do you think is going to happen? 2) How bad do you think it’s really going to be? 3) How long will it last till barter starts up or stores open back up? Let's discuss together. ~ Become a supporting member here: http://www.itrh.net ~ Resources from this episode can be found at: http://www.intherabbithole.com/e155

In this episode we sit down with James Price to discuss surviving everything from an active shooter to a typical mugging. Active shooter situations and crime are on the rise. They may even get much worse. Are you prepared? Today James will share insight into what students of his Domestic Protector class learn. We'll also cover simple things you can do to survive violent encounters. ~ Surviving active shooter situation topics: * Jame's prediction about the frequenting of these types of shootings. * Takeaways from the San Bernardino shooting. * Takeaways from the Paris terrorist attacks. * Will this inspire copycat spree-killers? * How was the Domestic Protector class put together? * Are armed civilians more safe? * Why should you start practicing one handed shooting more? * What is a sheepdog and what is an armed civilian? * How should you respond to an active shooter? * Are active shooter situations different from a violent mugging? * What can be improvised to jam door from an attack? ~ Become a supporting me

AK-47s have a mystic all their own. But they also have a lot of hyperbol. So... In this episode we sit down with AK-47 legend Jim Fuller of Rifle Dynamics. He's going to set us straight on the truth, myths, and proper perspective in understanding these comblock badasses. ~ AK-47 topics covered in this interview: * What's Jim Fuller's story? * How did RIfle Dynamics come to be? * What makes the AK-47 so special? * Is the AK-47 durability fact or urban legend? * Is the AK-47 accuracy deficit fact or urban legend? * What's the real perspective to take when it comes to the purpose of an AK-47? * What myths, or overblow facts, exist around the AK? * What advantages does the AK have over the AR-15? * What is it about AKs that make them stand up to steel case ammo so well? * What's the effective range of a standard AK? * What considerations must be made when looking to put glass on an AK? * When it comes to shopping the import and budget market, what should be looking for in an AK? * What are Jim's thoughts on the K

How to choose a survival knife is common quandary. There are so many options. There are so many things to consider. In this episode we sit down with Marshal of GoingGear.com to answer those questions. This is one of our favorite topics: Knives! They often don't get enough air time here. But they are one of the most important and basic tools of survival. And it doesn't matter if it's for EDC (Every Day Carry) or for treking through the woods. A good knife's value can't be stressed enough. ~ Basic considerations for a knife topics discussed: * What's the most useful size of pocket knfie? * What are the best locking mechanizms and why are they important? * What things does Marshal consider when looking at pocket knives for himself? * What knife point type makes the most senses to you for pocket knives? * What are the best handle matterials for pocket knives? * Are knife super-steels all hype? * What are the new super-steels these days? * What's the story on Elmax steel? * How do A2 and D2 tool steels hold up for

Choosing rifle optics is confusing. They're also can be a big investment. So in this episode we sit down with Marshal, owner of Primary Arms. He's going to help clarify and demystify rifle optics. Rifle optics topics covered: * How much should people spend on opitics for a rifle? * What are the basics of selecting the right opitic for a rifle? * How does eye relief play into scope selection? * How would someone decide on magnification? * How do you select the right reticle? * What impact does tube size have on a scope’s function? * What impact does the bell of a scope vs a straight tube have? * What is parallax and why should people care about it? * What is first focal plane and why is it important in rifle scopes? * What would someone look for in a hunting scope? * So whats the difference between a hunting scope and a sniper scope? * What's the difference between a hunting or tacitcal sope and a rimfire scope? * Is there really any difference when deciding on rings and mounts for scopes? * What advantages do

It's veteran's day 2015. This year we're doing a special episode with Jeremy Paris, host of the Veteran Resource Podcast. Whether you are a vet or just want to find about about getting involved with organizations, you'll get a lot out of this epsidoe. Typically folks in the survival podcast genre will talk about what it means to serve. And they may tell stories of their service. But we have something different that could actually help vets. You see, the Veteran Resource Podcast was created to introduce veterans to Veteran Service Organizations. And as you find out in this episode there are THOUSANDS out there! We've all heared of the Wounded Warrior project. But there are a lot more out there, it turns out. One is even focused on sustainable farming. ~ Veteran resource topics discussed: * Jeremy's service in the military * How the the Veteran Resource Podcast got started? * What is the mission his podcast? * What keeps you inspired to do his show? * How many veteran organizations are there? * Why are there so

Civil Air Patrol is a bit of a red headed step child. In fact, it's probably one of the most interesting voluteer organizations most people have never heared of. In this episode we sit down with Bobby Allison of Civil Air Patrol. He's going to share with us what C.A.P. is, what they do, and why you should consider getting involved. And, we'll even discuss how you might be able to get some survial training. ~ Civil Air Patrol Topics Discussed: * What is Civil Air Patrol and what does the organization do? * How long has it been around

In this episode we sit down with the the Bee Whisperer, Michael Jordan. He'll share his knowledge of beekeeping, philisophical masterbation, and life lessons. ~ Beekeeping topics covered in this episode include: * Why do we need more beekeepers in the world * Why would someone want to get into beekeeping * How much work are bees to get started * How much work are bees once they get established * What is the minimum financial investment an Urban bee keeper would need to make * Why is it said that bees choose the keeper, and that it's not the other way around * What would you say are the common downfalls for most people that first get into bees * Who can people get over the fear of keeping bees * Is beekeeping a real moneky maker * Is beeking difficult * What does a Bee Suit usually run * How long does it really take to get to a place of being productive with beekeeping * What are the bee union hours * Are there alternatives to the typical honey bee * What is sustainable beekeeping * What's the latest news on c

Precision rifles come with a lot of mystic and myth. In this episode we sit down with famed gunsmith Ed Vanden Berg of Vanden Berg Custom. He's going to set us straight on all the ends and outs of what it takes to make a precision rifle precise. This won't be a buy-this-gun or that conversation. And it won't be a go with this caliber, trigger, barrel, or stock conversation. Instead, this will be a primer that breaks down the basics of what does and does not make a rifle shoot true. * Are bolt-action rifles inherently more accurate than semi-auto rifles? * How big of a role does the action play in the accuracy of a rifle? * How big of a role does the caliber, in the sense of total cartridge package, actually play in accuracy? * What’s so special about 260 remington and 6.5? * Match grade or rolling your own: Does it really make a difference? * What is internal balistics? * What is external balistics? * What is terminal balistics? * How big of a role does the barrel play in the accuracy of a rifle? * What is ba

In this episode we welcome back Garry of Guns over Texas. He's going to share with us a big load from his 13 black rifle and tales of well lubricated prom queens. We'll be getting to the bottom of choosing a 30 caliber rifle that's right for you and other double barreled entendres. Some of the 30 Caliber Rifle topics discussed: * What's the difference between 308 Win and 308 Nato * Why did Aaron end up with a FN FAL * How did you come to fall in love with the FN FAL * What makes the FN FAL so great * Why would you make a FAL a SBR (Short Barreld Rifle) * What's the minimum safe barrel length of a FAL * How do you get optics on a FN FAL * Other 308 Semi*auto rifle options... - FN SCAR 17 - LWRC R.E.P.R. - Knights Armament SR 25 - LaRue Tactical * What are some other non*308 30 caliber semi*automatic rifle options * How does the 308 stacks up to the AK and when does makes sense * How does it compare to the 300 Blackout * What are three gun competitions * Why would anyone want to do three gun competitions * What

In this episode we welcome back Darrel of FloridaHillbilly.com. We’ll discuss the most loved and dreaded thing in preparedness: HAM Radio. And we’ll get into why everyone should be hamming it up. Plus other bad puns. * Why is HAM worth the effort * Why is important for preppers to get into HAM Radio * Why is HAM better than old-fashioned walkie-talkies * How useful is HAM in an emergency situation * What is field day * How hard is are the HAM tests * What's the easiest way to study for the tests * What are the different HAM Radio levels of licensing * What are the differences between the levels * Which radio is the right radio to get started with * Can HAM be encrypted * How can you secure your communications ~ Become a supporting member here: http://www.itrh.net ~ Resources from this episode can be found at: http://www.intherabbithole.com/e144

In this episode, we sit down with LONG time listener, ITRH forum moderator, resident old coot, and friend, NavyJim. He’s going to share with us how he and his wife have stayed engaged in preparedness since the 50s, how prepping has changed over the decades and his take on preppers in the media as someone who’s been in broadcasting since he had to ride a dinosaur uphill both ways in the snow to the gun store. Also known as 1967. Join me as we explore these questions: * Over the years, how have you seen survival and preparedness change? * What commonalities persist both good and bad? * What did survivalists worry about in the 1950s? * How much have those things concerning preppers changed over the years? * Do you think there’s any difference other than label between Retreaters, Survivalists, and Preppers? * It seems there’s been a large resurgence of interest in survival in the last few years. What’s been your take on it as someone that’s been in it for so long? * Has there ever been a time that the media paid

~ Trenton Kaminski's Segment Topics * Why Trenton built such an extensive rainwater system * How much research it took to build this system/li> * How quick you could pull together one of these systems * Surprising life lessons in building a business and being an entrepreneur * Things to consider when starting to build a rainwater system * Total cost of project $150 - $800 - $1,600 * How many people it takes to build a rainwater collection system like Trenton's * How to choose the right IBC Totes for a rainwater collection system * How to tell if IBC totes have been used to transport chemicals * How to get water tested and the truth about the water you’re already consuming * How to cover the IBC tanks and keep algae from growing * What’s the best type of IBC connector to look for * What’s the right size of IBC and connection to go with * How much filtration do you really need in a rainwater collection system * How to properly use a UV sterilization system * How to build redundancy into your purification system

In this episode we sit down with Glen Tate for an in-depth conversation about how to choose a bug out location. This episode is full of great information, things to consider, and laughs. Bug out locations (aka BOLs) are something most preppers and  survivalists dream of owning. But the topic isn't simple: There are done of things to considered. And there are tons of things that can turn a BOL into a nightmare to know. So join us as we discuss how Glen Tate, author of the 299 Days book series, himself went about choosing the best bug out location. * How close the BOL in 299 is to Glen’s real BOL story * Rural and semi-rural bug out location * Travel time and distance considerations * Practical non milllion dollar solutions to owning a BOL * Isolated cabin in the mountains vs a cabin in a small community * The value of people in a SHTF senario * The danger of people in a SHTF senario * Thinking through stratigies and tactics of defense relative to a BOL * Resource considerations in your BOL area that are not ne

In this episode we're joined by James Price. We sit down to discuss the three things every prepper should know, but probably hasn't even thought of. You see there's a lesson James taught us a while back: If the situation turns to violence you've lost. So who do you keep a situation from turning to violence and flip adversaries to your side? And if a situation spirals out of our control into violence, how do we protect our kids and loved ones like pro executive protection contractor? Listen and find out. Topics discussed: * What every good spy knows and how you can learn it for next to nothing * What is spy trade craft. * The reality of a hostile situations * Improvisational comedy for the zombie apocalypse and road blocks * Picking up zombie strippers * How learning these skills improved all aspects of James life and saved it too * Human hacking * Dealing with without rule of law situations * Get yourself out of bad situations and turn them into good situations * How to talk someone dumb * Deciet detection an

In this episode we're joined by Lauren Wilson to discuss goat farming. Lauren is the author of The Art of Eating through the Zombie Apocalypse: A Cookbook and Culinary Survival Guide. And she's quickly becoming a regular guest of the show and friend. Recently we had a question: What happens when you mix the sweet, zany, and effervescent Lauren with a herd of goats, wild turkey, and a donkey? One word: Shenanigans! We'll learn all about live work programs on a farm and a whole lot more. Goat farming live work program topics such as: * The life of a goat herder * Live, Work, Learn * Goats for fire control on land * Goat nirvana * Creating a near closed loop farming system * Making goat cheese * OCD goats and their routines * How much work goat herding and farming really takes * Different chicken personalities * How to survive a while turkey attack * Donkeys, the bouncer of the farm * What is a “Donkey Love Tank” ~ Become a supporting member here: http://www.itrh.net ~ Resources from this episode can be found at

In this episode we discuss micro-ranching. And to show just how easy it is, we bring on an LA surfer boy turned Texas micro-rancher. He got his start without even owning any land. Today he shares his story and how you to can get into micro-rahcing. Micro-Ranching and Farming Topics Discussed: * Crazy sustanability and self-sufficientcy stories form Angola Prison * How survivability and sustainability go hand in hand * Micro-ranching with very little more * How to get started * How to do it with no land * The financial side of things * How to propperly name a goat * The over under on Jason injurying himself with cows ~ Become a supporting member here: http://www.itrh.net ~ Resources from this episode can be found at: http://www.intherabbithole.com/e138  

Survival bags, packs, and boots can be an overwhelming topic for some, oddly. For many, it becomes a complicated topic at first blush. With good reason: There's a lot of options, a lot of brands, and a lot of nuances dependent on exact applications and budget. But in this episode, we're joined by Marshall Hoots of Going Gear. He's going to uncomplicate the topic and break it all down for us in simple terms. Survival Bags, Packs, and Boots Topics Covered: * What makes for the best backpacking packs? * Does brand really matter or is all hype when it comes to backpacking packs? * What are those chest straps for on your packs and backpacks? * What does the waist strap on a pack really do? * How important is fit when choosing a backpack or backpacking pack? * Does how you pack a backpack or backpacking really make a difference? * What are the best backpacks? * Does the material a backpack is made out of making a difference? * How do you choose the right backpack material? * Is ripstop really that great? * Understa

In this episode author Glen Tate, author of the 299 Days book series, joins us once again. This is one of the most candid conversations we've had convincing others to prepare and sheeple. Loved ones can be the greatest asset or bottleneck for preppers and survivalists. So how do you convince others to prepare? Tune in and find out... Join us as we discuss: * Is date night part of your prepping plans? * Techniques for persuasion * Building credibility * Having a solid plan * Who to just write off * Is it worth the effort when it comes to * people outside your inner circle? * Signs of impending doom * ...and a whole lot more. ~ Become a supporting member here: http://www.itrh.net ~ Resources from this episode can be found at: http://www.intherabbithole.com/e136