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00:00:08 Speaker 1: This is the me Eater podcast coming at you shirtless, severely, bug bitten, and in my case, underware. Listening past, you can’t predict anything brought to you by first Light. When I’m hunting, I need gear that won’t quit. First Light builds, no compromise, gear that keeps me in the field longer, no shortcuts, just gear that works. Check it out at first light dot com. That’s f I R S T l I t E dot com. Join today by author Mark Lee Gardner, expert on all things wild West. But first, the Bob Kratchett Report.…
Chainsaws are wonderful tools for wood cutting. But chainsaws are not perfect. Chainsaws are heavy. Chainsaws are noisy. Chainsaws require supplies of fuel and bar oil. These limitations can be problematic during field use. The Silky KatanaBoy Professional 700 presents an outstanding manual alternative to chainsaws for cutting trees and branches up to 14 inches in diameter. The saw is light and compact, weighing just four pounds and folding to a length of 33 inches. It creates so little noise that hearing protection is not required. It requires no supplies except the muscles of its user. And it uses those…
We’ve announced the winners of Round 121 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest. Note to the top three prize winners: Please contact me and let me know your UPS and USPS address(es), for your prizes. Thanks. – JWR The top three prize winners will each receive some great prize packages. The winners for Round 120 are… First Prize Winner: First Prize goes to The Chemical Engineer, for Loaves, Fishes, Tree Bark, Seeds, and Knowledge. See: Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5, Part 6, Part 7, and Part 8. It was posted October 20-27, 2025. He will…
A top Ukrainian defense executive warns that Western militaries may be misjudging their approach to weaponry in the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict. Serhiy Goncharov, CEO of the National Association of Ukrainian Defense Industries, argues that while advanced systems like the U.S. M982 Excalibur guided shell are impressive, their high cost and limited numbers hinder effectiveness in a war defined by attrition. He emphasizes that quantity matters more than quality in prolonged engagements, stating, “You do not need 10 Archers…Instead, you need 200 cheaper howitzers.” As the war stresses Ukraine’s supply lines, the need for reliable, mass-produced arms becomes increasingly evident. The…
On December 1, 1925, the Peace Treaties of Locarno were signed between Germany, France, Belgium, Great Britain, and Italy. — On December 1, 1966, the Radio time signal WWV was moved from Greenbelt, Maryland to Boulder, Colorado. — Today’s feature article is by SurvivalBog staff member Tom Christianson. — We now need entries for Round 122 of the SurvivalBlog non-fiction writing contest. More than $978,000 worth of prizes have been awarded since we started running this contest. Round 122 ends on January 31st, so get busy writing and e-mail us your entry. Remember that there is a 1,500-word minimum, and…
The Wytheville Police Department has identified three individuals linked to a breaking and entering investigation at the Edgemont property owned by First Church. Officers responded after reviewing video footage showing the suspects, who allegedly caused significant damage during the incident. All three suspects have been cooperating with law enforcement, but details remain limited as at least one of them is a minor, prompting the removal of their images from public circulation. As the investigation progresses, community members express concern about safety and the potential for further incidents in the area. Read full story at wset.com Read the full article here
Starting December 1, new laws in North Carolina will allow employees and volunteers to carry firearms in private schools, stirring significant debate over school safety. House Bill 193 permits this if individuals have a concealed handgun permit, training, and written permission from school authorities, amidst concerns that schools could become less secure. In addition to the gun policy, the new laws include Iryna’s Law, aimed at reforming pretrial release practices following a tragic stabbing incident, and driving regulations that restrict heavy trucks from the left-most lane on highways with six lanes or more. These legislative changes highlight divergent views on…
A woman is hospitalized after accidentally shooting herself in the parking lot of a Food Lion supermarket in Columbia, South Carolina. The incident occurred Saturday night while the woman was inside her car, where she unintentionally discharged her firearm while transferring it. According to police, her injuries are not considered life-threatening, and there are no reports of additional injuries or charges against her. The shooting took place at the Food Lion located at 6021 St. Andrews Road, prompting an investigation by the Irmo Police Department. More details regarding the woman’s condition are pending as authorities continue to gather information. Read…
The upcoming documentary “All the Empty Rooms,” directed by Joshua Seftel, captures the poignant stories of children lost to school shootings, with its premiere set for December 1, 2025, on Netflix. This 33-minute film diverges from typical depictions of gun violence, opting instead to focus on the silent, preserved bedrooms of young victims, offering viewers a powerful reflection on absence and grief. Featuring intimate visits to the homes of victims like Alyssa Alhadeff and Charlotte Bacon, the documentary presents their empty rooms as time capsules of unfulfilled dreams, urging audiences to confront the human cost of gun violence head-on. Through…
Following the shooting of two National Guard members in Washington, D.C., Vice President JD Vance’s previous warnings about Afghan refugee vetting have come back into focus. The suspect, Rahmanullah Lakanwal, who entered the U.S. under the Biden administration’s Operation Allies Welcome program, has prompted renewed scrutiny of immigration policies, particularly since Vance had long cautioned against the risks of unvetted refugees following the U.S. withdrawal from Afghanistan in 2021. Vance highlighted a 2021 video where he emphasized the need for proper vetting, expressing concern that some individuals may pose a security threat. Following the shooting that resulted in the death…