Episodes

  • The Core of Preparedness: Skill, Strategy, and Mindset

    The Core of Preparedness: Skill, Strategy, and Mindset
    Oct 21 2024
    In this episode of The Survival Technician, host Greg Bartlett from www.survivaltechnician.com emphasizes the importance of survival skills over gear, explaining that basic knowledge like making a fire or signaling for help can be crucial for survival. The podcast provides practical strategies for building a regular preparation routine, suggesting that small and consistent habits can go a long way in managing emergencies. Greg delves into the importance of mindset, notably stress inoculation and confidence, in survival situations, advocating for a strategy summarized by the STOP acronym: Stop, Think, Observe, Plan and act. A featured survival story from a listener underscores the applicability of these concepts. In the Q&A section, Greg answers questions on food storage and document protection in crisis scenarios. The episode ends on a challenge for listeners to practice their communication plans. The premise is always to be prepared, safe, and to thrive in unpredictable circumstances.
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    4 mins
  • Bugging out or staying in?

    Bugging out or staying in?
    Oct 16 2024
    Greg, in this episode of The Survival Technician, brings about a riveting discussion on the contrasting survival strategies of Bugging In and Bugging Out during disasters. Providing a detailed analysis, Gregory outlines the advantages and disadvantages of both techniques - Bugging In offers the comfort of familiar surroundings and an existing supply stash, while Bugging Out allows for mobility and adaptability, an opportunity to evade emerging threats, and possibility of inputting new resources. However, the decision would be largely situation-dependent, calling for the need to be well-prepared for both scenarios. He encouraged listeners to share their experiences and reminded them of the importance of maintaining plan flexibility in survival situations. See more at www.survivaltechnician.com
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    5 mins
  • Election year prepping

    Election year prepping
    Oct 15 2024
    In this podcast episode of The Survival Technician, Greg provides a guide for prepping in an election year, a situation that can often bring up a mix of emotions and uncertainties. He suggests checking your emergency supplies and ensuring a stock that lasts at least two weeks. Greg also advises carefully choosing trustworthy news sources to stay informed without becoming overwhelmed. He talks about financially securing ourselves before an election year, fostering stronger local community relationships, and ensuring robust safety measures at home. Greg emphasizes maintaining a balanced perspective, viewing prepping as empowerment rather than a reaction to fear. He strives to build a community ready for any life challenges, advocating for preparedness, constant information, and the journey towards self-reliance.
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    4 mins