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Burgeoning U.S. national debt
Islamic fundamentalist terrorism
Continuous spewing of Fukushima radioactive water into the Pacific Ocean
Instability in the dollar’s position as the world’s reserve currency
Ebola outbreaks
Growing tensions edging towards a new world war
Unfettered immigration
Peak Oil
Global warming
Earth’s possible impact with the asteroid Apophis in 2029…

These and many other current issues are part of the growing concern over what some believe may be the inevitable TEOTWAWKI (“the end of the world as we know it.”) Whether you accept that the “sh** is about to hit the fan,” it is undeniable that prepping and survivalism is part of our current national zeitgeist.

Aaron Frankel, an urban survival expert and podcast host on the subject, joins me on the Urban Chicken Podcast to discuss chickens as a key tool in any survivalist’s preparations for the worst. Aaron also shares his personal insights on keeping his large flock of “tactical” chickens on an industrial city lot in urban Houston, Texas. Continue reading →

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Pasture-Raised Chickens – photo courtesy of Lee Lynn Thompson

Lee Lynn Thompson, owner and operator of Scratch A-Lot Farm has a lifetime of experience in raising chickens. She and her husband have recently opened their farm which primarily raises, processes and sells heritage breeds of poultry in Washington State. Sabra Snow is a retiree with a passion for permaculture and desire to learn. She is an apprentice on Lee Lynn’s farm and has learned some surprising skills. Both Lee Lynn and Sabra join me on the Urban Chicken Podcast today to discuss pasture-raised poultry, eating heritage breed chickens, and the reasons to learn how to butcher chickens ourselves. Continue reading →