DIY Food Supply: Grow Your Own Sprouts
I love fresh homegrown veggies but can’t garden year-round in my climate. My property is a mixture of mud and ice right now, which means no fresh green things unless I get them from the store. I’d love to build a greenhouse someday, but that won’t be in the budget any time soon. Luckily, I’ve…
Read MoreCybersecurity and the Future of Tech with Dan Nowak
Cybersecurity and the future of tech, dive into it in the episode with tech expert Dan Nowak. Our chat traverses the landscape of technology, its implications for personal and national security, and the societal shifts it engenders. Join us as we unravel the complexities of our increasingly connected world. The Cybersecurity Conundrum The Rise of Remote…
Read MoreTerrorist Movsum Samadov (Coming to a Town Near You?)
In case you haven’t seen it, there’s a troubling video on the Internet. The video is of an interview of an illegal border crosser, who, when asked who he is, responds with: You’re not smart enough to know who I am. But soon, you’re going to know who I am. Everyone will. Call me crazy,…
Read MoreSwedish Government Prepping! (Here’s Their Guide)
In light of the heightened tensions and instability around the globe, the Swedish Government is providing its citizens with an excellent preparedness guide. The 11-page “If Crisis or War Comes” guide covers emergency preparedness, terror attacks, total defense, and warning systems. It also includes home preparedness tips, including food, water, warmth, and communication essentials. By…
Read MoreHow To Create a Rolling Survival Cache
I’ve already addressed the idea of having a secret cache/safe place in the city here on Mind4Survival, describing my personal experience building (and testing) one to illustrate the proposition. Now, I’ll go over an alternative strategy: a rolling survival cache. As described in the article, I’d put together that small storage room during a period…
Read MoreSalmonella: What You Need To Know
Salmonella outbreaks keep making the news. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) recently announced recalls for popular charcuterie boards sold at Costco and Sam’s Club stores. If you have recently begun producing your own food, you may be wondering how serious salmonella is and how likely you are to become sick from homegrown and home-processed…
Read More☢️ Own a Nuclear Missile Silo! with Matthew Fulkerson
I talk with Matthew Fulkerson, owner of an Atlas F nuclear missile silo, and founder of Atlas AD Astra – an adventure resort and educational center for space habitat studies. Matthew shares his journey from stumbling upon an abandoned missile silo as a child to transforming a decommissioned site into a unique Airbnb and educational…
Read MoreLessons from the Great Depression We Can Use Right Now
The late 1920s and early 1930s were challenging times economically for our country, and we’re starting to see similar issues today. Those who are wise learn from history, and those who do not, repeat it. Here are some lessons we can take from the Great Depression and apply them to our current situation. A Quick…
Read More7 Best Freeze Drying Tips For Beginners
It’s been a few months since my small Harvest Right Freeze Dryer was first delivered. I’ve run about 16 or 17 loads through, and it’s almost time for my first oil change. There has definitely been a learning curve, but I’ve gained lots of freeze-drying tips through trial and error, and I thought it would…
Read MorePoultry Primer: Adding Backyard Chickens to Your Preps
If you are looking for a way to have a more reliable egg supply, keeping backyard chickens might be right for your family. There are a lot of other great reasons to consider adding backyard chickens to your property, as well. Baby chicks are adorable, and the personalities of hens in a backyard flock provide…
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