Today's Survival Show

The Cost of Energy.  Have you ever thought about the real cost of it?  The next time you feel like complaining about the price of gas and oil, listen to this podcast.  This is done by a special guest, RoughriderFan from our forum and of CanadaPrepared.com.    A very thoughtful and insightful presentation. Highlights: Realizing what energy actually does for us What's the cost of not having it? Bob Mayne Today's Survival Show

The Power of Community.  It's not easy to go it alone.  No matter what we face, it's an even more daunting task to try to do it by ourselves.  This show is about the importance of building relationships whenever you take on anything, from minor disasters to a major life decision.   Also tune in for a special audio clip from a great movie.  Sorry about the poor audio quality, not sure what happened, but you'll enjoy the show. Highlights: Forming a community of help Establishing skill sets for you close friends and relatives How to band together It's a "matter of inches" between success and failure Organizing people with skill sets to achieve a common purpose Hobby farm bartering which began for me in 1970 Article by Claire Wolfe Al Pacino speech from Any Given Sunday Don't forget to join our forum Bob Mayne Today's Survival Show

The New Year’s upcoming challenges also mean that 2010 could be the most important for the common sense preparedness minded person.  In this episode I wrap up 2009 by noting many of YOU the listener who have made this show possible.  Also a brief audio clip of Cody Lundin, author of “When all Hell Breaks Loose.” Get that book and read it!  This show is a little long, but I think you will find it very informative.  Also, I’m announcing the new weekly format. This show will be once a week beginning in 2010. Highlights: The Value of Gold and Silver Coins Fitness vs Functional Fitness Losing weight for the New Year Preparing is an ongoing state of mind, similar becoming a “Marine.” A simple outlook on worry and what will happen in the future 3 different ways to start a fire with equipment in your emergency bag Picking the right handgun What to put in your 72 hour emergency kit What type of First Aid Courses to take How to make Camp Bread Staying hydrated in the Wilderness Tune into the Handgun World Show, for excellent firearm information. The 10 Traits of a successful person/survivalist Strengthen your resolve... Bob Mayne Today's Survival Show Remember to Join our Forum and support Today's Survival Show by donating.

Christmas survival basics regarding handling last minute gift buying, stress, anxiety and even keeping the weight off during Christmas dinner.  Thanks to all of you for the warm support of this show.  I will record another one next week, while taking some time off.  Enjoy the humor at the end of this show! Merry Christmas, Bob Mayne Today's Survival Show

The Power of Choice is an inherent right every human has.  I use this phrase at the beginning of every show and today, I discuss just what I think it really means to you.   You will also hear from some other people who are trying to limit your power of choice and those who are trying to preserve that same right.   You will hear from a politician and a constitutional expert. Join our forum with over 400 different topics on the subject of living a more secure and independent life. Thank you for the honor of doing 50 shows!  It's you the listener who makes this happen, I just consider myself a source of information. Merry Christmas to all! Bob Mayne Today's Survival Show

"Government of the People," seems to have been lost and thrown out the window today by our political leaders from both sides.   Increasing animosity towards government practices and failure of our leaders to "listen" to the people, we in the U.S. have drifted so far from our founding principles it's quite scary.  This episode puts somewhat of a positive spin on what's going on.  You will hear from another special person with a brief introduction from me.  The speech you will hear was recorded 29 years ago, but remains so true today. Although Today's Survival Show is not a political show, the actions of our government's leaders do affect our daily lives.   No matter what your political beliefs are, this episode applies to the human species.  It applies to everyone regardless of their walk of life.  Hope you enjoy it. Bob Mayne Today's Survival Show

A lawyer and a cop give you both perspectives as to why you should never talk to the police if arrested, questioned, interviewed or even if you get a speeding ticket!  Law professor James Duane (former defense attorney) and Officer George Bruch (Cop) tell it like it is...from experience. Hope you're never in a situation like this but if you are...listen and take good notes. Thanks for listening and don't forget to join our forum.

Wilderness and Outdoor Survival in case of an unexpected tragic event, like a hiking trip or hunting trip.  Increase your chance of rescue. The term "survival" is used to express the actions and attitudes, which help an individual to continue to live inspite of adverse circumstances, to improve his or her situation and to increase the possibility of eventual rescue. In this show, I discuss the 3 most significant factors that figure in: 1.  Physiological and Psychological factors (7 subjects) Pain: Cold/heat: using blast matches Thirst: Hunger: Fatigue: Boredom and loneliness Fear (Episode 8) 2.  Attitudinal Factors: The most important attitude required during a survival situation is the ability of the survivor to immediately accept the reality of the new situation and the ability to adapt to the new situation and react appropriately to it. 3.  Survival activities The patterns of the activities carried out in the event of a survival situation are determined by the urgency of the need. First aid Signaling for rescue (morse code?, I ask the question.) Shelter making Actions against heat/cold Water procurement (filtration) Food procurement (hunting and fishing) Devising of other survival techniques. Duty Allocation, delegating survival responsibilities

Seeing yourself better than you already are is one of the key elements of advancing your preparations.  Even if survivalism is not your cup of tea, today's show will give you some ideas on how to take the next step towards living more independently.  This show is inspired by the recent death of one of my mentor's Jim Rohn. Highlights: • How to transform responses into results • How to communicate effectively with everyone you meet • How to affect people with words • How to control your emotions • How to make the past more valuable • How to be prepared for the inevitable

Guns on a budget.  Managing your own situations and protecting your family in today's world cannot be neglected.  So as I say in the opening of this show…firearms help preserve your power of choice and options, to live a more secure life.  If you live in country firearms are prohibited, you can likely apply some of today’s show to acquiring non gun items for self defense. I don't do a lot of shows on guns, but it's a necessary topic to address sometimes. Highlights: Practical ideas on firearms - non extreme Acquiring firearms economically Consider what you have on hand Consider what you actually need Consider what to get next? Where to find budget guns Where to get deals on ammo What type of accessories and replacement parts do you need? Holsters and slings Resources: Suarez International Tactical Response Gunbroker.com Auctionarms.com Aim Surplus Southern Ohio Gun Classic Arms Mosin Nagant Rifle

People Skills:  Necessary for success in anything you do. You teach people how to treat you and survive, means that it all comes back to you. It's up to you to allow or not allow certain treatment. It also means that you have to first get clear about how you want to be treated. It means that you have to take responsibility enough to write your own owner's manual so to speak. And you are accountable for living by your owner's manual. Perhaps this might be the very first time we ever even gave this any thought?  Is this a survival topic?  Sure is, after any event, even a family tragedy or simple job loss, these people skills will apply.   Part 2 of how to deal with difficult people. Highlights: 1.  Start by knowing what you want 2. Learn from your current situation 3. Honor it and practice it 4. Teach yourself how to treat you when that's the only choice. Some of these will apply to dealing with your employer and also I talk about the "law of attraction." Bob Mayne Today's Survival Show

Dealing with Angry and Unreasonable People.   With things being as volatile as they are and people being very edgy right now, I figured this would be some good info to share.  Tune in and I will discuss what I've learned from many experts on this topic.  Recorded Sunday, Nov. 29th, 2009. Highlights: Recognize that impossible people exist; you will eventually encounter them. Be aware that some people simply aren't compatible. Understand that it's not you, it's them. Defuse them. Realize that you cannot deal with impossible people the same way you deal with everyone else. Protect your self-esteem Give up the tactic of self-defense Today's Recommended Reading, Tom Hopkins' Official Guide to Success And more... Bob Mayne Today's Survival Show

Total downloads this episode: 327 www.podtrac.com measurement reports From Andy James' book,  I discuss some low cost steps for getting prepared during this Holiday season.  This really removes many excuses for not preparing in some way shape or form.  Many of these are FREE or cost very little. Highlights: Online Resources for finding preparedness information HIVA Internet Search Rice panic April 2008 Inventory, find out what you have on hand, organize it Safeguarding important documents Teaching your children safety skills The importance of mapping out key locations Establish meeting places Emergency Communications Emergency Codes Home Security Check Resources: FEMA.gov, Are you ready

Total downloads this episode 296: www.podtrac.com measurement reports The Prepper Podcast is a new and upcoming show with Host, Matt Jarvis.  He joins me today.  This was recorded yesterday.  We talk about holiday gift giving, debt free living, Ferfal's blog, preparedness success stories, excercise and fitness, cleaning firearms and spare parts needed, appealing to young people with the preparedness philosophy and talking to family members about getting prepared. Matt did a great job, enjoy. Happy Thanksgiving Everyone! Bob Mayne Today's Survival Show

Total downloads this episode: 382 www.podtrac.com measurement reports Productivity Let me share with you the 12 most important words to live by that have helped me a lot.  You have to listen the show to find out.  Being productive means lots of things to a lot of people.  I cover the various outlooks on what is productive and what is not and how it helps us to live a more secure life.  Some activities are not possible, nor practical and don’t reconcile with the balance of our life.  As you decide what is the most productive activity for you to do, consider some of the ideas I share with you in today’s show. Also discussed: What's more important, saving or paying of debt? Making an appointment with yourself? Just what is the most productive thing possible? 10 more ways to keep your life in balance. Thanks for listening, Bob Mayne Today’s Survival Show