This week 6 and 7 continue their monthly Homesteading series with how to conduct an Area Study! References / Resources for today's episode are Mike Shelby at Forward Observerhttps://forwardobserver.com/https://youtu.be/PkRCqK25ti8?si=pJLTpN6QQAfWukgMCaltopohttps://caltopo.com/Osmandhttps://osmand.net/Radio Referencehttps://radioreference.comStay In The Fight!‐-----------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight

This week, in honor of Sniffles Season, 7 talks about just about anything that could give you the Sniffles this time of year. Wash your hands, don't touch your face!-7Stay In The Fight! ‐-----------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight

This week the guys dip back into the Ranger Handbook and talk about chapters 4 and 5, Communications and Demolition!Reference: TC 3-21.76 Ranger HandbookAs always, media for this episode can be found in our Patreon! Stay In The Fight! ‐-----------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight

Covert Entry / Overt Entry is a Hell of a skillset, let's get into it! (Sorry that this week's episode was out of order guys, we're working out a scheduling conflict!)Stay In The Fight. ‐-----------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!The world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight

This week 7 talks about basic clothing repair with a focus on hand sewing! Everything that was cool back in the day is still cool, we just forgot about it. Take care of your stuff, learn how to repair it if it breaks. Stay In The Fight!‐-----------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!The world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight

This week 7 continues HTSM's Medical Crash Course Series with another installment discussing Body Systems with the Skeletal System!(Make sure to check out our Patreon to see the images accompanying this episode!)6 was away during this recording doing Hurricane Stuff with his Hurricane Friends out in Florida. Our prayers go out to the families of all who were affected by these most recent hurricanes. We're infinitely proud of the stories coming out about our fellow countrymen stepping up to take care of their neighbors. We pray for God's provision, protection, and His peace that surpasses all understanding. God bless, and Stay In The Fight. ‐-----------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!The world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/

This week the guys kick off their first Fieldcraft Week by talking about Pioneer Kits! Whether you're camping, hunting, overlanding, or doing cool-guy-stuff with your cool-guy-friends, you should have a way to help you or a buddy out of a tight spot. Stay In The Fight! ‐-----------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!The world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/

This week the guys talk about Handguns!Peacemaker, Pistol, Devil's Right Hand, whatever you call it, the handgun isn't just a symbol, it's defense in your hand. Today we're talking about a (brief) history of the handgun, our favorites, and why handguns have stuck around so longs.Stay In The Fight!‐-----------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!The world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight

This week the guys come back with another Dadisode on Quiet Times!7 shares how he's been changing himself for the better, one morning at a time.Get up before the sun and your family, get your PT in, get in some good time with the Lord, read some books, then get after it.Be a better man, husband, and father, and Stay In The Fight.‐-----------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Shoutout to our newest sponsor @granite_rifle_group_llcUse code STRONGMEN to get 6.9% (nice) off your next precision rifle build!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!The world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight

This week 6 and 7 take a quick episode to talk about Range Cards, Sector Sketches, and Observation Logs. Stay In The Fight. ‐-----------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Shoutout to our newest sponsor @granite_rifle_group_llcUse code STRONGMEN to get 6.9% (nice) off your next precision rifle build!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!The world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight

This week, Hard Times Strong Men Podcast remembers all of the victims and heroes of 9/11. We wanted to share with y'all a few of the literally thousands of stories of men and women rising above themselves to be light and strength and courage to their fellow man. We despise the cowards who perpetrated these attacks on our countrymen. We love and celebrate the heroes that these attacks put into action. We will not forget. We will never forget. We made a promise, and we intend to keep it. Our heartfelt sympathies to all of the families of those who have lost loved ones because of the senseless attacks on 9/11, and the subsequent War on Terror. Our deepest gratitude to all of our first responders and service members who continue to serve their communities and country. Times are Hard. Be Stronger. Stay In The Fight. ‐-----------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!The world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight

This week 6 and 7 discuss Compartmentalization, and how you can apply the concept in your daily mindset, in an operational (working) context, and how you can use compartmentalization in your equipment. Stay In The Fight. -----------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!The world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight

In this episode the guys talk about their own personal libraries! Nonfiction, Fiction, Soldiering, Medical, Homesteading, Cautionary Tales, and more! Stay In The Fight!-----------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Shoutout to our newest sponsor @granite_rifle_group_llcUse code STRONGMEN to get 6.9% (nice) off your next precision rifle build!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!The world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight

6 and 7 are bringing the basics of vehicle maintenance and pre-trip inspections to you in this week's episode. Why are these important? Because you and your family are riding around in a 3,000 lb vehicle at 60+ mph. It's better if a wheel doesn't fall off!-----------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Shoutout to our newest sponsor @granite_rifle_group_llcUse code STRONGMEN to get 6.9% (nice) off your next precision rifle build!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!The world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out.988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight

This week the guys discuss the prolific Active Shooter response template of Run, Hide, Fight! We live in Hard Times. You need to prepare yourself physically, mentally, and spiritually for that fact. God Bless, and Stay In The Fight. References: FBIhttps://www.fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/active-shooter-safety-resourceshttps://www.fbi.gov/news/press-releases/fbi-releases-2023-active-shooter-incidents-in-the-united-states-reporthttps://www.fbi.gov/file-repository/pre-attack-behaviors-of-active-shooters-2000-2013-quick-reference-guide.pdf/view FEMAhttps://community.fema.gov/ProtectiveActions/s/article/Active-Shooterhttps://fema-community-files.s3.amazonaws.com/hazard-information-sheets/Active+Shooter-English.pdf Homeland Securityhttps://www.dhs.gov/xlibrary/assets/active_shooter_booklet.pdf‐-----------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Shoutout to our newest sponsor @granite_rifle_group_llcUse code STRONGMEN to get 6.9% (nice) off your next precision rifle build!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!The world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight

This week 6 and 7 give a class on different ways to estimate range! From the outdoors, to armed conflicts, and just being a responsible adult, this is an incredibly important, life-long skill. So, listen up, learn something, then go out there and practice it! After that, teach somebody else. Stay In The Fight. References: Armchair Sniperhttps://www.armchairsniper.com/blog/range-estimationAlmanachttps://www.almanac.com/how-estimate-distances FM 23-10 Sniper Traininghttps://archive.org/details/sniper-training-fm-23-10-paladin-press/page/4-36/mode/1up‐-----------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Shoutout to our newest sponsor @granite_rifle_group_llcUse code STRONGMEN to get 6.9% (nice) off your next precision rifle build!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!The world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight

6 and 7 are back with an episode on the basic considerations for the modern-day Underground Railroad. Say you had to hide someone. What do you think you should consider for organization, supplies and provisions, and secrecy? We discuss that this week.------------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Shoutout to our newest sponsor @granite_rifle_group_llcUse code STRONGMEN to get 6.9% (nice) off your next precision rifle build!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!The world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight

6 is back to bring you another Homesteading episode. This week, we're looking at Water - specifically, collection and purification methods on your homestead.Stay In The Fight!------------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Shoutout to our newest sponsor @granite_rifle_group_llcUse code STRONGMEN to get 6.9% (nice) off your next precision rifle build!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!The world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out.988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight

6 and 7 are back to talk about the assassination attempt on former President Trump at a rally in Pennsylvania on July 13, 2024.Political discourse should never resort to violence. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion, even if you disagree with it.Stay In The Fight!------------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Shoutout to our newest sponsor @granite_rifle_group_llcUse code STRONGMEN to get 6.9% (nice) off your next precision rifle build!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!The world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out.988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight

This week 7 gives a quick class on the Geneva Suggestions (Conventions)! 7 talks about the Four Conventions ratified in 1949, Common Article 3, Protocols I, II, and III, Prohibited Weapons, Consequences of violating International Humanitarian Law, and why any of this even matters. Stay In The Fight. Reference: International Committee of the Red Crosshttps://www.icrc.org/en/law-and-policy/geneva-conventions-and-their-commentaries‐-----------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Shoutout to our newest sponsor @granite_rifle_group_llcUse code STRONGMEN to get 6.9% (nice) off your next precision rifle build!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!The world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight

6 and 7 are back with another Communications episode. This time, it's Tap Code's bigger, badder brother: Morse Code. Join us as we go over the basics of one of the world's most prolific forms of communication that helped change the course of human history.Stay In The Fight!‐-----------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Shoutout to our newest sponsor @granite_rifle_group_llcUse code STRONGMEN to get 6.9% (nice) off your next precision rifle build!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!The world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight

This week 6 and 7 talk about Scatterguns, War-Crime Sticks, Shotguns! Shotgun's history, forms and functions, gauges, shell loads, and more! Stay In The Fight!‐-----------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Shoutout to our newest sponsor @granite_rifle_group_llcUse code STRONGMEN to get 6.9% (nice) off your next precision rifle build!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!The world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight

This week 7 holds down the fort with Battle Drills 7-9!Battle Drill 7 - Enter a Trench to Secure a FootholdBattle Drill 8 - Breach a Mined Wire ObstacleBattle Drill 9 - React to Indirect Fire References: TC 3-21.8 The Infantry Platoon and Squad TC 3-21.76 Ranger Handbook Stay In The Fight. ‐-----------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Shoutout to our newest sponsor @granite_rifle_group_llcUse code STRONGMEN to get 6.9% (nice) off your next precision rifle build!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!The world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight -7 Hard Times Strong Men Stay In The Fight.

This week 6 and 7 give a class on Caches and Caching.Caching is the process of hiding equipment or material in a secure storage space with the purpose of future use.(We'll teach you how to hide your stuff).Stay In The Fight!References:TC 31-29 Special Forces Caching Techniques6 and 7's Twisted MindsGeocachehttps://www.geocaching.com/playCaltopohttps://caltopo.com/Sven from our Patreon!‐-----------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!Shoutout to our newest sponsor @granite_rifle_group_llcUse code STRONGMEN to get 6.9% (nice) off your next precision rifle build!Support us on Patreon!Join us on Discord!Check out our link in bio!The world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out.988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight#hardtimesstrongmen

This week, the guys talk through Battle Drills 4-6 4 - React to Near Ambush5 - Knock Out a Bunker6 - Enter and Clear a RoomKeep perfecting the basics so you and yours can do and be better. Stay In The Fight!References: ATP 3-21.8 Infantry Platoon and Squad TC 3-21.76 Ranger Handbook ------------------------------‐----------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!blackbeardfire.com/strongmenCheck out Atwood Rope MFG!Use code HARDTIMESSTRONGMEN to get 10% off anything in Atwood's store!https://atwoodrope.com/HARDTIMESSTRONGMENPODCASTSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight

This week the guys (finally) tackle Battle Drills 1-3!React to ContactPlatoon Attack / Squad Attack (Attack) Break ContactBe Peaceful, not Harmless. Stay In The Fight. ------------------------------‐----------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!blackbeardfire.com/strongmenCheck out Atwood Rope MFG!Use code HARDTIMESSTRONGMEN to get 10% off anything in Atwood's store!https://atwoodrope.com/HARDTIMESSTRONGMENPODCASTSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight#battledrills

6 and 7 kick off Season 3 with a callback to one of their first episodes; Guerrilla Warfare.With the start of a new year, a new season for the show, we wanted to reaffirm and refocus for y'all the "why" of our content. We're training up a better class of man.We're helping you Stay In The Fight.But the fight that we're preparing you for is hard. Refocus your mind.Think like a Guerrilla. Because if you stand for yourself, your family, and your community... you are one.Or you will be.More to follow.We've given you an end-goal.Let's get after it.Stay In The Fight.References:The Man-Eaters of Tsavo - LtCo John Henry PattersonWar of The Flea - Robert TaberFry the Brain - John WestATP 3-21.8 Infantry Platoon and Squad‐-----------------------------‐------------------------------------------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!blackbeardfire.com/strongmenShoutout to our newest sponsor @granite_rifle_group_llcUse code STRONGMEN to get 6.9% (nice) off your next precision rifle build!Support us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out.988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight

Two years down! As we step out into our third year of this podcast we want to take a moment to re-introduce ourselves. There's a lot of new faces, and we've grown and made a lot of changes since we started, so here goes: We're the Hard Times Strong Men Podcast.Our mission is to Train Up a Better Class of Man. Our purpose is to Stay In The Fight.We strive to educate good, principled men and women in an entertaining way on subjects ranging from combat arms, to community building, to homesteading. Re-learning these essential skills in a holistic way to make everyone that much better. Times are Hard. Strong Men are needed. Join us. And Stay In The Fight. ------------------------------‐----------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!blackbeardfire.com/strongmenCheck out Atwood Rope MFG!Use code HARDTIMESSTRONGMEN to get 10% off anything in Atwood's store!https://atwoodrope.com/HARDTIMESSTRONGMENPODCASTSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#stayinthefight

This week, 6 and 7 nerd out on Chem Lights. What Chem Lights are, what you might know them as, how they're made and used, and more. As always, thank you for listening, we're glad to have you with us. References: Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Glow_stick Cyalume (the Chem Lights we used in the Service)https://getcyalume.com/Stay In The Fight. ‐-----------------------------‐----------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!blackbeardfire.com/strongmenSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/

This week the guys ring in another Dadisode with a subject that has been a huge game-changer for us; The 5 Love Languages!As men, we are called to and for many great things. One of the best things we can do is love. And to love well. We hope this episode can be a stepping stone to some serious growth in your personal lives if you need it, or a welcome refresher if you don't. Stay In The Fight!‐-----------------------------‐----------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!blackbeardfire.com/strongmenSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/ #StayInTheFight

Ready or not, here they come! In this week's episode, 6 and 7 continue their conversation from Episode 97 - Hide and Go Seek - Hotel Rooms, with considerations for hiding sensitive items in and around your vehicle! This decision game is run similar to our Hotel Rooms episode inspired by Reaper's IG post. Think outside the box, get familiar with your vehicles, don't get caught. Stay In The Fight!References: @reaperconsultation on Instagram, make sure to check out his post on the subject!Episode 97 - Hide and Go Seek - Hotel Rooms---------------------------‐----------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!blackbeardfire.com/strongmenSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#StayInTheFight

(We're already at 100 episodes?!)This week the guys are joined by Joe, AKA Desk Pop!(@real.deskpop on Instagram)(@DeskPop on Youtube)They talk about audio and video production, Youtube, the 2A community, making explosives, and more!We had a blast with Joe on the show, and we hope to have him back on the show real soon. Give him your support on Instagram and Youtube and learn something!Stay In The Fight!‐-----------------------------‐----------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!blackbeardfire.com/strongmenSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/ #StayInTheFight#hardtimesstrongmen#stayinthefight#education#training#soldiering#homesteading#fieldcraft#bushcraft#community#medical#communication#dad#dadisode#dadadvice#dadhowdoi

This week the guys talk about benefits and use of the fiberglass and epoxy resin composite material known as G10, specifically for stabbing tools.References:Wikipediahttps://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/G-10_(material) Atlas Fibrehttps://www.atlasfibre.com/what-is-g10-the-ultimate-guide-to-the-epoxy-glass-composite/ Defense Distributorshttps://defensedistributors.com/product/g10-sharpie/ Violentium [email protected] on Instagram Revenant Corpshttps://revenantcorps.com/Stay In The Fight!‐-----------------------------‐----------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!blackbeardfire.com/strongmenSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#StayInTheFight#hardtimesstrongmen#stayinthefight#education#training#soldiering#homesteading#fieldcraft#bushcraft#community#medical#communication#dad#dadisode#dadadvice#dadhowdoi

This week, 7 continues the Medical Crash Course series and body systems mini-series by giving a crash course on your Integumentary System! Stay In The Fight!‐-----------------------------‐----------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!blackbeardfire.com/strongmenSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#StayInTheFight#hardtimesstrongmen#stayinthefight#education#training#soldiering#homesteading#fieldcraft#bushcraft#community#medical#communication#dad#dadisode#dadadvice#dadhowdoi

This week, 6 and 7 expound on a conversation started on Instagram by @reaperconsulation ! We talk about hotel rooms, sensitive items, and how and where we'd hide our stuff! Check out @reaperconsultation 's Instagram post for the initial concept for this class. Also, give them a follow, they put out good stuff. Here's the post:https://www.instagram.com/p/C27ffdZL4C4/?igsh=MW05enFjenQyOTA5Mg==Stay In The Fight!‐-----------------------------‐----------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!blackbeardfire.com/strongmenSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#StayInTheFight#hardtimesstrongmen#stayinthefight#education#training#soldiering#homesteading#fieldcraft#bushcraft#community#medical#communication#dad#dadisode#dadadvice#dadhowdoi

This week, 7 talks about the encryption method, when followed, provides absolute secrecy. Stay In The Fight!‐-----------------------------‐----------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!blackbeardfire.com/strongmenSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#StayInTheFight#hardtimesstrongmen#stayinthefight#education#training#soldiering#homesteading#fieldcraft#bushcraft#community#medical#communication#dad#dadisode#dadadvice#dadhowdoi

In honor of 6 having his baby, this week's episode is on our favorite Dadisms! Suck it up, take a knee, drink water, wear a jacket. Stay In The Fight!‐-----------------------------‐----------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!blackbeardfire.com/strongmenSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#StayInTheFight#hardtimesstrongmen#stayinthefight#education#training#soldiering#homesteading#fieldcraft#bushcraft#community#medical#communication#dad#dadisode#dadadvice#dadhowdoi

In this week's episode 6 and 7 discuss the methods and practices of waterproofing equipment. Remember: Minimize ExposureBuild RedundanciesCompartmentalizationAdaptability and ImprovisationStay In The Fight!‐-----------------------------‐----------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!blackbeardfire.com/strongmenSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#StayInTheFight#hardtimesstrongmen#stayinthefight#education#training#soldiering#homesteading#fieldcraft#bushcraft#community#medical#communication#dad#dadisode#dadadvice#dadhowdoi#waterproof

In this week's episode the guys talk about learning new languages! Interpersonal communication, community building, and lifelong learning are huge passions of ours, and nothing else really checks all of those boxes the same way as learning another language. Stay In The Fight!Learning Tools: Duolingohttps://www.duolingo.com/learnBabbelhttps://www.babbel.com/Rosetta Stonehttps://www.rosettastone.com/‐-----------------------------‐----------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!blackbeardfire.com/strongmenSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#StayInTheFight#hardtimesstrongmen#stayinthefight#education#training#soldiering#homesteading#fieldcraft#bushcraft#community#medical#communication#dad#dadisode#dadadvice#dadhowdoi

This week we welcome back as returning guests and sponsors of the podcast, our friends from Black Beard Fire Starters!We talk about faith, family, fatherhood, business, and how we're working to be better men. We had a great conversation with great men this week. We live the guys at Black Beard, we love what they're doing, and we're proud to be sponsored by them so we can continue on our mission here.Keep the fire burning Stay In The Fight.‐-----------------------------‐----------------------------Shoutout to our sponsor @blackbeardfire for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!blackbeardfire.com/strongmenSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#StayInTheFight#hardtimesstrongmen#stayinthefight#education#training#soldiering#homesteading#fieldcraft#bushcraft#community#medical#communication#dad#dadisode#dadadvice#dadhowdoi

6 and 7 are back with a little sneaky communication option. This week, we're talking about Tap Code, it's origins, it's uses, and why it's superior to Morse Code in certain situations. Join us as we look at a blast from the past communication style that has made it's way into the present.https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tap_code“American Patriot: The Life and Wars of Colonel Bud Day” – Robert Coram------------------------------‐--------------------------------------‐--------------------Huge shoutout to @blackbeardfire thanks for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!https://www.blackbeardfire.com/strongmenSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#StayInTheFight

6 and 7 are getting spicy! This week, we're talking about Napalm, Thermite, and Plastic Explosives. We promised we'd speed run getting cancelled, and here we go!TM 31-210 Improvised Munitions Handbook------------------------------‐--------------------------------------‐--------------------Huge shoutout to @blackbeardfire thanks for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 15% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!https://www.blackbeardfire.com/strongmenSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out. 988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#StayInTheFight

6 and 7 are joined by Chris from Granite Rifle Group to talk about basic gunsmithing, the trials and tribulations of learning how to gunsmith, and what he's been up to since the last time he was on.@granite_rifle_group_llc@long_range_ambassadorsCheck him out at the Delayed Impact podcast!Stay In The Fight!------------------------------‐--------------------------------------‐--------------------Huge shoutout to @blackbeardfire thanks for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 10% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!https://www.blackbeardfire.com/strongmenSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out.988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#StayInTheFight

6 and 7 are back with a Homesteading episode on Cast Iron. We go over the pros, the cons, the different kinds of cast iron cookware, how to use them, and how to maintain them.References: Lodge Cast Iron - http://www.lodgecastiron.comPrep'd - https://www.getprepd.comNIH: "Iron Content of Food Cooked in Iron Utensils"Bar Keeper's Friend Cookware Cleanser------------------------------‐--------------------------------------‐--------------------Huge shoutout to @blackbeardfire thanks for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 10% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!https://www.blackbeardfire.com/strongmenSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out.988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#StayInTheFight

6 and 7 are back with a deeper look at one of the four pillars of survival: water. Join us as we deep dive fieldcraft surrounding water collection, purification, and other knowledge points.References: ATP 3-50.21 SurvivalStay In The Fight!‐-----------------------------‐--------------------------------------‐--------------------Huge shoutout to @blackbeardfire thanks for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 10% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!https://www.blackbeardfire.com/strongmenSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out.988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#StayInTheFight

6 and 7 are back with another Dadisode. This time, it's addressing something that usually goes unaddressed and often overlooked: the mental load during the holidays and what can only be described as passivity. There's a lot that can be done to alleviate the stress and workload that comes with making the Christmas season magical for others. We go over a lot of that in this episode.------------------------------‐-----------------------------------------------------------Huge shoutout to @blackbeardfire thanks for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 10% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!https://www.blackbeardfire.com/strongmenSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out.988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#StayInTheFight

6 and 7 are back with another look at Winter Preparedness following the holiday season, 2023. Dad Jokes, lessons learned, plans going forward, the works. Wear a jacket. Stay In The Fight!References this episode: Duration Health: http://www.durationhealth.comBattery Daddy: https://www.amazon.com/Ontel-Battery-Organizer-Storage-Tester/dp/B089F9YDFC?th=1‐-----------------------------‐--------------------------------------‐--------------------Huge shoutout to @blackbeardfire thanks for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 10% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!https://www.blackbeardfire.com/strongmenSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out.988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#StayInTheFight

On this week's Dadisode, the guys talk through the basics of how to drive a stick (manual transmission)!While we did our best to give our insight in the most detailed way possible, this is a skill that must be learned by doing. So, reach out to your Dad, your uncle, your friend, anyone who drives a stick, and get them to teach you. This skill is dying out, which means you need it.Stay safe, and Stay In The Fight.‐-----------------------------‐--------------------------------------‐--------------------Huge shoutout to @blackbeardfire thanks for keeping the lights on!Use code STRONGMEN to get 10% off your order with Black Beard Fire Starters!https://www.blackbeardfire.com/strongmenSupport us on Patreon!https://www.patreon.com/hardtimesstrongmenJoin us on Discord!https://discord.gg/jRHnsQsxaNFind us everywhere!https://linktr.ee/hardtimesstrongmenThe world is better with you in it. If you need help, reach out.988 Suicide and Crisis HotlineCall: 988https://988lifeline.org/#StayInTheFight