Is the Iran War Resuming?
Things seem to be heating up in the Hormuz Strait, likely leading to a renewed outbreak of war with Iran. Are you prepped for that?
Is Russia Following the USSR into the Dustbin of History?
Putin is ignoring the lessons of Afghanistan and may be domed to repat that failure. Will he survive a loss in Ukraine? Will Russia?
U.S. Now Attacking the Iranian Economy
Gas is up, the Rial is dead, and the ceasefire is a head-fake. Here’s why the Iran war hasn’t broken the U.S., and why I’m still prepping.
It’s Been a Week for the Bees
Pete discusses the skills every new beekeepers should have, from overcoming the fear of being stung to learning to read a frame.
What the 1970s Taught me About Survival
Preparation isn't more than food, water and shelter; it’s the discipline to sacrifice, to choose independence over convenience.
We’re Still at War, but the Economy Doesn’t Care
U.S. consumers were happily complacent while the Iranian war raged. Will what comes next result in economic shock?
Baking Bread, Broken Faucets, and Bar Oil
Mastering homesteading skills like baking, and DIY repairs is vital for preppers facing inflation and supply chain issues,
Swarming Bees and How to Prevent Them
Losing a swarm is a lost investment, but these bees are paying for themselves in more ways than one as the hives multiply.
Drought, the Super El Niño, and Other Weather Threats
A forecast that is too hot and too dry threatens to exacerbate day-to-day problems and make the summer of 2026 a difficult one.
Hormuz Blockade Signals the Closure of our Brief Window
As the Strait of Hormuz is throttled, the window for self-sufficiency narrows. I’m stocking up on Gold Dots and bacon.