Survival Logic: Recent Episodes
Matt Tate
In this episode we discuss tactics for staying safe while out on the trails after the sun goes down. With the recent high-profile murder case of a woman being violently abducted and murdered while out for an early morning run, we've had many of you reach out for advice on staying safe. For many people, their schedules dictate that they run or walk for exercise when its dark outside. This can certainly present safety and security concerns, but we lay out multiple methods to be proactive and prepared before you head out on those trails. Ranging from tools, training and mindset, this episode answers a lot of the questions our listeners have reached out to ask.
Matt Tate - American Survival Co., Todd Clow - Salvo Security Group
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In this episode, Matt, Todd and Joel spend time catching you up on what's been happening with American Survival Co, Salvo Security Group and of course...the new hit series from Netflix starring Matt & Joel, Snowflake Mountain!
In episode 15, Joel Graves and Matt Tate discuss how to prepare for hurricane season (as well as other weather events). Living in Jacksonville, Florida, Joel has seen many hurricanes come and go and he knows a thing or two about the do's and don'ts! Learn how to get prepared for storm season and make sure that you're not scrambling to put together a plan at the last minute. Listen in as Joel drops some great tips and knowledge on how to be better prepared for hurricane and storm season!
Hosts: Matt Tate, Joel Graves
American Survival Co – Where training meets adventure
Salvo Security Group - Arkansas Survival Training
In episode 14, we introduce you to The Off Grid Medic. Mark DeJong is a Nationally Registered Paramedic and founder of Off Grid Medic LLC, has over 27 years of experience in treating victims of trauma and sudden illness. Based out of South Carolina, Mark has a degree in Emergency Medical Services and holds an Advanced Wilderness EMT certification. He serves on the Advisory Council at the Appalachian Center for Wilderness Medicine and has trained alongside elite members of the US Army and the US Marshals Service. Mark has served in several roles including field Paramedic, Field Training Officer, Director of Emergency Medical Services for a rural government EMS system, faculty at the Technical College System of Georgia, and Deputy Director of Emergency Management for a government agency. Join us and listen in as Mark shares his knowledge and drops some great tips for medical care in less-than-ideal situations.
Off Grid Medic, LLC
Hosts: Matt Tate, Todd Clow
In episode 13, Matt Tate interviews former Australian Army Engineer, Stuart Stapleton about pressure testing emergency plans. Stuart recently put his emergency evacuation plan through its paces to discover any weak points and he shares his experience with us.
In this episode we discuss one of the most powerful tools you can employ in a potentially deadly confrontation. The most overlooked and undervalued means of self-defense is having the ability to de-escalate a volatile situation before it becomes physical. With years of experience using and teaching de-escalation techniques, Jehiah Burchfield of Salvo Security Group breaks down the thought processes and methods used to give you the best chance of preventing a heated conversation from turning into a physical altercation. The goal should be to make it home safely every day, employing these tactics can be the difference in success or disaster.
Matt Tate, Todd Clow, Jehiah Burchfield
americansurvivalco.com
salvo.training
In Episode 11, hosts Matt Tate and Joel Graves of American Survival Co. welcome special guest Eric Williams, owner of Whiskey & Wilderness. The only solid 100% rule in survival is that the situation will always dictate what the right or most appropriate solution is to a given problem but, as a general rule, fire is the key that unlocks survival. We dive into multiple methods and considerations for making fire and get into the weeds on some of the nuances that can be critical for a successful fire when its needed most. Whether you want to improve at making fire in the back yard fire pit or you want to master friction fire for a worst-case scenario, this is an episode you don't want to miss!
Matt Tate, Joel Graves, Eric Williams
Whiskey and Wilderness (whiskeywilderness.com)
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salvo.training
In this episode, Matt Tate spends some time discussing human trafficking and making a difference on a local level with Jackie and Lissy Winkler. Jackie and Lissy operate a local outreach in NW Arkansas called Outside the Wire Ministry and are involved with Project Rescue whose mission is to rescue and restore victims of sexual exploitation through the love and power of God. We get into some interesting statistics and numbers of people who go missing in the US every year and are never found. Jackie and Lissy also lay out the most common ways people are seduced or tricked into human sex trafficking, and we discuss multiple approaches to situational awareness that you may find useful.
Matt and Jackie served in the Army together and deployed together to Fallujah, Iraq from 04'-05'.
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salvo.training
After two years of lockdowns, many countries have loosened up travel restrictions and people are heading out on international adventures again! This is great news and with the vacation season fast approaching, we thought this would be a great episode to discuss things you can do when planning your trip to ensure it's a great one! We lay out some great resources for you and discuss all sorts of topics that you should give consideration to as you plan your adventures! Do you know where the nearest U.S. Embassy or Consulate is from where you'll be staying? If there's a large-scale emergency that requires U.S. citizens to be evacuated from your location, do you know how to get on the list to ensure the U.S. Govt. notifies you immediately with an update on where to go and how to get out? These are just a couple of things we dive into in this episode as well as a few things to consider for travel in the U.S. as well. If you plan on traveling this vacation season, you don't want to miss this episode!
Hosts: Matt Tate, Todd Clow
americansurvival.com
salvo.training
In Episode 8, Matt Tate and Todd Clow break down 4-D planning! Make your home and your loved ones safer by learning to implement 4-D Planning (sometimes also referred to as 5-D planning) in and around your home! So, what is 4-D planning? It is a planning process that specifically breaks down and targets multiple layers of security for your home, castle, dwelling, etc.! Listen in as they lay out each of the individual steps of the 4-D process and, give detailed information on how to make your residence a "Hard Target" in the eyes of the bad guys. This episode is a "must listen" for anyone out there who wants to increase the safety and security of your home!
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Hosts - Matt Tate & Todd Clow
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salvo.training
In this episode, Matt Tate talks about things you should consider when choosing a school or individual to train with as well as some warning signs that should throw up red flags. He also breaks down multiple resources for free training that has a lot of value as well as low-cost training options that will deliver maximum bang for your buck. Whether you're starting down the path of training or even if you've been to multiple schools and have gained a lot of knowledge, you'll probably find some untapped resources to explore in this episode!
Host: Matt Tate
americansurvivalco.com
salvo.training
In this episode, Salvo Security Group Combatives Instructor Jehiah Burchfield breaks down combatives. We discuss how to approach combatives with an encompassing view instead of being defined as only "physical contact". Jehiah and Todd Clow throw out some great tips in this episode for expanding your definition of combatives and how script scenarios in order to be better prepared. If self-defense and self-preservation are high on your list of priorities, you'll definitely want to give this episode a listen!
Jehiah has 26 years of experience in martial arts and weapons training, eight years of military service in Military Police and Engineer units, seven years of inpatient psychiatric experience, and has worked in both armed and unarmed security as a civilian. Jehiah has competed in MMA, Brazilian Jiu-jitsu, submission grappling, and IDPA. He is currently a brown belt in BJJ. He also has extensive training in Jeet Kune Do, Boxing, Thai Boxing, and Greco Roman wrestling.
For more information about training we offer, visit americansurvival.com or salvo.training
Matt Tate, Todd Clow, Jehiah Burchfield
In this episode we discuss mental toughness! What is it, what does it look like and, how can you develop it? Years of collected data shows us that mental toughness is proven to be the deciding factor in most cases of life and death survival scenarios. Whether you find yourself in a survival scenario or you're trying to make it through the grind of your 9 to 5 job, developing your mental toughness can have a significant positive impact on your life!
Matt Tate, Joel Graves and Todd Clow from American Survival Co and Salvo Security Group
In Episode 3, Matt Tate interviews Dr. John Hutchison, a Board-Certified Chiropractic Physician and Acupuncturist (FASA) and owner of Core Health & Performance.
Whether you're an avid hiker, backpacker, hunter or, you're training for an on-foot bugout scenario, efficient movement under stress load should be something you consider. After spending some time getting to know Dr. Hutchison talking about his passion for the outdoors and archery, he gives us some pointers on functional movement and how to engage the most efficient muscle groups in varied terrain. We also discuss A.R.T (Active Release Technique), a less-known method of treatment for soft tissue (tennis elbow, golfers elbow, etc.), and, he gives us some tips on how to can begin developing better core strength and stability.
In this bonus episode, Matt Tate, Joel Graves and Todd Clow from American Survival Co and Salvo Security Group discuss the importance of getting fit, staying fit and how it relates to quality of life and survival. This is one of those topics that some will love, and some may cringe at. However, there's no denying that it's a topic we have to consider as individuals focused on survival, self-preservation and, being the one that other's may be depending on. As the three of us span in age from our 30's to our 50's and are at different fitness levels, we discuss challenges of getting fit and staying fit from different perspectives. We lay out multiple things you can do to start your journey to getting fit again as well as maintaining your fitness level with minimum tools to get the job done. Enjoy!
In this episode, "That Off Grid Guy", AKA: Kirk Wolf, walks us through the differences, downfalls and benefits of grid-tied solar and off-grid solar. With years of experience installing off-grid solar power systems, Kirk knows a thing or two and shares a ton of information in this episode. For anyone curious about solar power or, anyone considering even a small off-grid solar setup, you won't want to miss this one!
Matt Tate and Joel Graves (Owners of American Survival Co) discuss a variety of items that they carry in their vehicles to be better prepared for emergencies on the road. The right item in your vehicle during an emergency could save the day so, tune in and pick up a few new tips for the road!
In episode zero, we spend time getting to know the podcast hosts & creators Matt Tate, Joel Graves and Todd Clow. Who are we and, what experience and backgrounds do we have? We understand that nobody wants advice from armchair quarterbacks who don't have any real-world experience (neither do we) so we dive into the backgrounds that give us a relevant voice for offering tips, advise and solutions to real world problems. So, meet the hosts and enjoy the show!