Category Archives: Podcasts

In today’s Shepherd School episode, David interviews Bill Harrison of Hardened Power Systems.  Bill has created a variety of portable power units that allow the prepper to store, transport, and use electrical power during austere times.

In this episode Bill and I talk about power.  Specifically, how to use it, how to make it, and some things that may be counter-intuitive, but make good sense.

Before this interview, I did not know how inexpensive a basic system could be.  A grid tie system that reduces your electric bill can be had for under $1500.00 That is a very reasonable cost.  I have seen Bill Harrison’s systems at prepper shows and he makes a very nice system.  It is much better engineered than my DIY battery box and I wish I owned a couple of his.

I recommend you visiting his site http://www.portableuniversalpower.com/

The show is scheduled for Monday at 10pm central time at this link.

If you cannot listen on Monday, you can always download the podcast for listening at your own leisure.

In today’s episode David interviews Brett Braaten, author of Homeland Insecurity:  Failed Politics, Policies, and a Nation at Risk.

Brett brings his no nonsense, insider’s account of the current state of national security to help your
group decide whether they, their families, and their country are truly safe.

Braaten’s career as a writer and speaker is informed by 30 years of
experience as a federal agent with U.S. Customs and the Department of Homeland Security.

David has reviewed Tom’s book here: http://www.prepperbookshelf.com/homeland-insecurity/

The show is scheduled for Monday at 10pm central time at this link.

If you cannot listen on Monday, you can always download the podcast for listening at your own leisure.

In this episode David discusses what you can do in a small piece of land.  Its much better to start where you are then wait for the perfect situation.

Next David walks through the steps to making Mozzarella cheese.  This simple 30 minute recipe is one of his first projects, and it gave him the confidence to tackle much larger tasks.

Lastly, Dave shares his personal precepts for preparedness – 27 simple guidelines that helps David stay on the right track when it comes to living a self reliant lifestyle.

What is important is that you don’t wait for perfect opportunities, but rather get off your tail and do things to improve your situation.  Anyone can do better with what they have because anyone can work harder.

It is not always easy or fun, but prepping can be done by everyone and in any situation.  Don’t be limited by your situation.  Use your imagination and exercise your self discipline.

Preparedness is about discipline.  Doing the stuff today so you can be safer later.

The show is scheduled for Monday at 10pm central time at this link.

If you cannot listen on Monday, you can always download the podcast for listening at your own leisure.