I didn’t expect this… The first 50 Appalachian Freedom Files drives are officially SOLD OUT. Those went faster than I thought they would. Right now I’m putting together the next batch of 50, and they’ll be ready to ship next week. But here’s the thing… If you wait until they’re listed again publicly, there’s a […]
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What Happens If the Internet Goes Down Tomorrow? Most of the knowledge we rely on today lives on websites, servers, and cloud services that could vanish overnight. If the power grid fails, the internet goes down, or access to information is restricted, most people will suddenly realize they don’t actually have the knowledge they thought […]
Weather Update for My Corner of Appalachia
The snow didn’t fall very deep here but there is a thick layer of ice under that’s extremely slick… thankfully, it wasn’t as bad here as they were forecasting, and the power stayed on so no need to fire up my generator or favorite portable power bank. Weather forecast is 4-6 degrees tonight with a […]
They Keep Raising Prices… Here’s How I’m Fighting Back
In 2019, a hundred dollars at the grocery store filled up a cart. Today, that same list costs nearly a hundred and forty. And it’s not just food — even deodorant has doubled in price. The experts tell us to buy stocks, gold, or crypto to beat inflation. Wall Street wants you trapped in their […]
How to Remodel a Manufactured Home for Security
By Joel Skousen, Author of the Secure Home and Strategic Relocation A few days ago Mr. Creekmore asked me to do a write-up on how-to make a manufactured home more secure. As Mr. Creekmore pointed out this is the type of housing that many of his readers live in but is also generally the least secure. And yes, I know […]
Everyday Carry in Appalachia — My No-Nonsense EDC
New video is up: Everyday Carry in Appalachia — My No-Nonsense EDCSimple, reliable gear that actually earns pocket space—knife, light, pepper spray, holster, and a few rural must-haves. No paid sponsors—just what I use and would recommend to family. Watch here 👉 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D3ywiexPO2E Question for you: What’s the ONE item you’d add (or remove) from […]
Best Off-Grid & Emergency Water Filters (2025): What I Use—and What I Don’t
I don’t recommend Berkey anymore. They’ve had quality-control questions and still don’t hold a recognized performance certification. Independent lab tests are fine, but that’s not the same as third-party certification that also audits manufacturing. When it’s my drinking water, I want both published data and a recognized cert. I do recommend ProOne for home use […]
Read This Before You Waste Another Dollar
Cabin lived in by the “king” of frugal living in Appalachia old Tom Cassidy. “I’ve got that little cot in there, a chair, a stove for heat and cooking, a frying pan, a bean pot, an old dresser, a fiddle, and my pistol. What more does a man need?” Tom lived in this 8×8 foot […]
The Best Things in Life Aren’t on a Screen
I’ve lived long enough to know one thing for sure — the best parts of life aren’t online. They don’t come from a glowing screen. They come from quiet mornings, hard work, and the kind of peace you can only find when the noise is turned off. I grew up in Appalachia. We didn’t have […]
Sprout Seeds for Fresh Greens All Year
Fresh sprouts are full of vitamins and minerals that aren’t readily available in the unsprouted seed. Sprouting allows you to have fresh greens even in winter and will expand the bulk of your food storage many times over without any extra expense to you. To start sprouting, you’ll need at least one wide-mouth quart canning […]
Global Chaos Unveiled: How Western Actions Are Pushing Us Toward World War III
Hello everyone, welcome back. Today, we’re diving into critical global issues that are unfolding right now, issues that could have serious implications for all of us. From the escalating tensions between the USA, NATO, and Russia, to the brewing storm in the Middle East, and even how China factors into the mix—there’s a lot to […]
The Strange Story of Peter Thiel and other Dots Connected
The truth is that Trump isn’t going to drain the swamp—he is swimming in it and is part of it. The ‘anti-establishment’ and ‘drain the swamp’ rhetoric were simply strategies to separate himself from the ‘other’ political party and gain support. Both political parties. including MAGA lead to the same destination: the Great Reset, AI-driven […]