Fieldcraft Survival

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The guys from Fieldcraft Survival host this informative series in survival, tactics, defense, gear, fitness, overlanding, mobility, military, and more. All things preparedness and survival from Fieldcraft Survival.

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Fieldcraft Survival episodes:

04.16.2024
Episode 420: Tactical Insights with Dan Brokos from Lead Faucet Tactical
Dan Brokos from Lead Faucet Tactical and Beretta USA joins Fieldcraft Survival's Kevin Estela in this week's podcast. Retired as a Sgt. Major from the U.S. Army after 27 years with considerable time in special operations including the Commanders In-Extremis...
04.09.2024
Episode 419: Mastering the Shot: Insights from IPDA and IPSC World Champion JJ Racaza
IPDA and IPSC Competitive Pistol Shooting Grand Master and World Champion Simon "JJ" Racaza joins Fieldcraft Survival's Kevin Estela in this week's podcast. Racaza "grew up with firearms" and is now a Beretta-sponsored athlete. He is a former federal law...
04.02.2024
Episode 418: Kevin Estela's Coffee & Questions #12
This is the 12th episode of Coffee and Questions hosted by Kevin Estela. In this episode, he addresses how to store firearms at home, good rifles for east-coast deer hunting, the bear attack scene in the Revenant, preferred red dots...
03.26.2024
Episode 417: “Hidden War” with Game Warden Lt. John Nores, Jr.
Former Game Warden Lt. John Nores, Jr. joins Kevin Estela in this week's podcast. The two discuss his book, Hidden War, as well as Marijuana Enforcement Teams, what to do when you encounter a grow site, the extent of drug...
03.19.2024
Epiesode 416: 2x Cancer Survivor to Endurance Athlete | Amanda Kimiko
Amanda Kimiko boasts a background as a veteran, endurance athlete, and two-time cancer survivor. Following her seven-year military tenure, marked by surgeries and a grueling 16 months of chemotherapy, she achieved feats like conquering 30 of Washington’s tallest peaks and...
03.12.2024
Episode 415: 10 Essential Needs and Backpack Loadout
In this week's podcast, Kevin Estela describes the 10 essential needs and why you should pack to them instead of loading out 10 essential items. He breaks down the contents of his backpack and explains how the items carried for...
03.05.2024
Episode 414: From Navy SEAL to Survival with Todd Peters
Todd Peters spent 26 years as a Navy SEAL and was a survival instructor on Kodiak Island, Alaska for part of his career. In this week's podcast, Kevin Estela connects with him and the two discuss Peters' early life, his...
02.27.2024
Episode 413: Traveler Tips with Kevin Estela
This episode of the Fieldcraft Survival Podcast revolves around the concept of traveling and Kevin Estela gives his take on everything from checking firearms to preplanning taxi routes to travel hacks and many points in between. Since many of you...
02.20.2024
Episode 412: Apogee Triangle NC with Mike Trybulski
In this week's podcast, Kevin Estela is joined by Mike Trybulski Owner of the Apogee Triangle NC Education Campus. Mike, a former LEO and corporate security specialist, started the Apogee school under the mentorship of Matt Beaudreau. Find out more...
02.13.2024
Episode 411: Tactical Chat: Matt Shay on Policing and Survival with Kevin Estela
In this week's podcast, Kevin Estela speaks with Matt Shay from the Fieldcraft Survival Colorado fire base. Shay is a veteran Law Enforcement Officer and a regular instructor out of the Denver area. Estela and Shay talk about training, police...
02.06.2024
Episode 410: Kevin Estela's Coffee & Questions #11
In this episode of coffee and questions, Kevin Estela answers questions about how to select a martial arts school, plans for 2024 at Fieldcraft Survival, R&D; for outdoor companies, favorite backpacking shelters, becoming a cat person, thoughts on veganism, hunting...
01.30.2024
Episode 409: Cold Weather Vehicle Emergency Kit
In this week's podcast, Kevin Estela provides an overview of what items should be carried in a cold weather vehicle survival kit. This list is based on one assembled by his late mentor at the Wilderness Learning Center. He includes...
01.23.2024
Episode 408: Lessons Learned with Mike Glover: Uruguayan Flight 571
Join Mike Glover in this episode as he delves into the lessons learned from the Uruguayan flight 571 crash in 1972 in the Andes. Explore the timeline of the incident and discover the remarkable details of how the survivors endured...
01.16.2024
Episode 407: The Art of Carrying: Karen Hunter's Firearms Philosophy
Karen Hunter joins Kevin Estela for this week's podcast. Karen is a multi-faceted firearms instructor, media personality, and in charge of business development for SecureIT. Kevin and Karen discuss life with a psychotic puppy, her upbringing in your all-American gun-owning...
01.09.2024
Episode 406: Kevin Estela's Coffee & Questions #10
In Coffee and Questions #10, Kevin Estela answers questions from Instagram and offers his perspective gear, training, and life. There were many questions about shotguns, EDC items, venison, water filters, dad jokes, Rambo, and more. Sponsors and Affiliates: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠BioProtein Technology⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠: Code "Fieldcraft"...
01.02.2024
Episode 405: New Year Reflections: Optimizing Health and Wellness with Mike Glover & Greg Lapin
Join Greg Lapin, Fieldcraft Survival’s Head Jiu-Jitsu Professor, and Mike Glover, CEO and founder of Fieldcraft Survival, in a special New Year's episode as they discuss highlights of the past year, delve into their personal journey of health and wellness,...
01.02.2024
Episode 404: Beyond Limits: Training, Fitness, and Empowerment with Collyn Currie
In this week's podcast, Fieldcraft Survival Director of Survival Kevin Estela is joined by Tactical Games Athlete and Fieldcraft Ambassador Collyn Currie to discuss training, fitness, life in the desert, goal setting, and more. Collyn is a sponsored athlete who...
12.26.2023
Episode 403: Leadership Lessons with Mike Glover and Jason Day of UNIT Solutions
Jason Day, Vice President of Business Development for UNIT Solutions, has extensive military and law enforcement background. Jason served over 12 years in the Active Duty Army, including leadership roles in the 3rd Ranger Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment, with 12...
12.19.2023
Episode 402: Code Blue: A Story of a Cardiac Revival
Owen performed over 10 minutes of chest compressions on James who had a major cardiac event and survived. James had passed out after a martial arts seminar and a combination of CPR, AED, and first responder care brought him back...
12.12.2023
Episode 401: Harvesting Hope: Veterans and Farming with Jon Jackson
Jon Jackson of Comfort Farms and Stag Vets Inc joins Kevin Estela in this week's podcast. Jackson shares his interest in farming and tracing food back through his ancestral roots from the trans Atlantic slave trade. Jackson runs an organization...
12.05.2023
Episode 400: Forged Friendship with Kevin Estela & Alicia Coppins McQuain of Battle Horse Knives
Director of Survival Kevin Estela is joined by President of Battle Horse Knives Alicia Coppins McQuain in this week's podcast. The two have a long history as friends going back to the Wilderness Learning Center where Estela was the Lead...
11.30.2023
Episode 399: Georgia Bushcraft Fall Gathering: Insights from Kevin Estela and Gerry Young
Kevin Estela and Gerry Young recently attended the Georgia Bushcraft Fall Gathering. In this podcast, they share some of their experiences at the event as well as some key tips if you plan on attending any trade show or similar...
11.28.2023
Episode 398: Trail Talk with Patrick York Ma of PDW
Patrick York Ma of Prometheus Design Werx joins Kevin Estela in this week's podcast. Both Ma and Estela have worked together for years and the two discuss the outdoor industry in the 80s and 90s, adventure travel and movies, and...
11.21.2023
Episode 397: Glock Mastery Unleashed with Johnny Glocks
In this week's podcast, Kevin Estela is joined by "the Glock Whisperer", Johnny Glocks. Jack Schmitt is the owner and mastermind behind Johnny Glocks and he shares his history learning how to modify Glocks, build a small business, and overcome...
11.16.2023
Episode 396: From Green Beret to Entrepreneurship with Nate Kouhana, CEO of Anthem Snacks
In this episode, Mike Glover sits down with Nate Kouhana, a former Green Beret and the founder of Anthem Snacks, a premium meat snack company. Nate's journey takes us from his military service to his move to Montana where we'll...
11.14.2023
Episode 395: Blue to Black: Greg Lapin's Journey from Law Enforcement to Jiu-Jitsu Leadership
Join Doc Jones, Fieldcraft Survival's Director of Med, as he hosts this episode featuring Greg Lapin, Fieldcraft Survival's Head Professor of Jiu-Jitsu. In this episode, Greg shares insights into his background and extensive experience in law enforcement, unveiling the unique...
11.07.2023
Episode 394: Advanced Survival Experience Recap with Dan Eastland
This week's podcast is a recap of the Advanced Survival Experience held in Ware Shoals, SC. This is the first time the course has been offered through Fieldcraft Survival and the host, Dan Eastland of Dogwood Custom Knives, joins Fieldcraft...
10.31.2023
Episode 393: Elite Leadership and Excellence with Bryan Ray from HVMN
Join Bryan Ray, a former Special Forces veteran with 20 years of dedicated service in the U.S. Army, as he discusses his journey from military life to his current role as the Institutional and Government Sales lead at H.V.M.N. -...
10.24.2023
Episode 392: Firearms, Friendship, and More with Lt. Col. Freddie Blish
Lt. Col. Freddie Blish has an incredible history of military service and involvement in the firearms community. Coming from a family of fighting men dating back to the 17 century, Blish served in the USMC for 24 years. He has...
10.17.2023
Episode 391: Outdoor Adventures and Medical Emergencies with Dr. Ian Reight
Dr. Ian Reight returns in this week's podcast with Kevin Estela. Reight is a trauma surgeon in Maine who has a wealth of knowledge and experience. The two discuss common injuries from outdoor activities that include cold exposure, venomous bites,...
10.12.2023
Episode 390: Revving Up Law Enforcement Training with David Blalock
In this week's podcast, retired LEO, Tactical Driving Instructor, and Defensive Tactics Trainer David Blalock joins Kevin Estela in studio. Blalock served as a police officer before joining Gryphon Group in Maxton, NC. He is currently working on starting up...
10.10.2023
Episode 389: Tackling Trafficking: Insights from Expert Dr. Jason Piccolo
Dr. Jason Piccolo is a foremost expert in international and domestic human trafficking. He has a career spanning decades in various law enforcement and military service. In this podcast, Kevin Estela and Piccolo discuss the crisis at the southern border...
10.03.2023
Episode 388: From Mats to Mindset with Greg Lapin and Greg Anderson
In this episode, Greg Lapin, Black Belt Jiu Jitsu Head Professor of Fieldcraft Survival, sits down with Black Belt Professor and Owner of Electric North Jiu Jitsu academy, Greg Anderson, to discuss all things jiu jitsu. They delve into its...
09.26.2023
Episode 387: Surviving Violence: Mary Forgues' Story of Resilience
Mary Forgues joins Kevin Estela for this podcast about surviving violent crime. In November 2019, Mary was assaulted in her own home and fought off her attacker. She provides detailed analysis of the event along with lessons learned and how...
09.19.2023
Episode 386: Endurance Beyond Limits: Ray Zahab's Extraordinary Journey
Ray Zahab is a Canadian explorer and ultra-distance runner, known for his remarkable endurance feats. He's received recognition from organizations like the Royal Canadian Geographical Society and Canadian Geographic as one of Canada's top explorers. Ray founded impossible2Possible (i2P), an...
09.12.2023
Episode 385: Enhancing Wellness with Rich Barnes, CEO and Founder of SSI
Rich Barnes, CEO and founder of Slumber Sleep Inc, discusses the realm of hemp-infused sleep aids and wellness solutions. Join this dialogue as Mike Glover and Rich unveil the synergy between advanced science and consumer products, revolutionizing natural sleep enhancements...
09.05.2023
Episode 384: Beretta 92 Mods and Shooting Tips with Ernest Langdon
Ernest Langdon is best known for his company's custom work on Beretta shotguns and pistols. He is a world-class shooter and custom gunsmith who finds ways to improve the performance of some of the most popular firearm platforms. On this...
08.29.2023
Episode 383: Surviving and Thriving: Jim Miller's UFC Legacy and Beyond
Jim A-10 Miller has the most wins in the UFC and he joins Kevin Estela for this week's podcast. Miller is a BJJ Blackbelt, hunter, homesteader, and MMA legend. The two discuss the path from amateur to professional fighter, their...
08.24.2023
Episode 382: Gear Up for Success with Rob Gearing of Spartan Precision
Rob Gearing is the Owner of Spartan Precision Incorporated. Gearing is an avid hunter, fisherman, and world traveler. He has a background in engineering, mountaineering, and he has combined his technical knowledge to create the lightest, most versatile, and most...
08.22.2023
Episode 381: 5 years 8 months and 4 days in Captivity | Prisoners of War
Major General Ed Mechenbier served 44 years in the USAF. He was imprisoned in the Hanoi Hilton and was a prisoner of war for 5 years 8 months and 4 days. He was an Air Force Academy Graduate and one...
08.17.2023
Episode 380: Mission Resilience with Jariko Denman (Part 2)
Jariko was born in Washington DC and as a military brat grew up all over the world. In 1997 he enlisted in the US Army. After basic training and Airborne School he completed the assessment and selection process for the 75th...
08.15.2023
Episode 379: From 35,000ft to 101 Days in Captivity | Prisoners of War
Bob Certain, a former B-52 Navigator-Bombardier and Vietnam War POW, recounts his 101 days of incarceration as a prisoner of war. Discover how he survived enemy capture and his transition to becoming an Air Force Chaplain, inspiring others through faith...
08.10.2023
Episode 378: A Trip Down Memory Lane with Cougar Mountain Solutions Founder, Erick Gelhaus
Erick Gelhaus is Kevin Estela's guest on the podcast this week. Erick is a former law enforcement officer of 29 years and Army veteran. He was Kevin's primary instructor and rangemaster at GUNSITE and he is the man behind Cougar...
08.08.2023
Episode 377: Your Husband is a POW… Now what? | Prisoners of War
Maggie Fisher is the wife of former prisoner of war Ken Fisher. Maggie is a military veteran and one of the women who fought for better treatment of American P.O.W.s in Vietnam while holding down the homestead. Maggie shares her...
08.03.2023
Episode 376: Fueling the Outdoors with Range Meal Bars Founder and Owner, Zach Hein
Founder and Owner of Range Meal Bars, Zach Hein, joins Fieldcraft Survival's Kevin Estela in this week's podcast. Hein started Range Meal Bars when he wanted to create a calorie dense food for backpacking and outdoor pursuits. Estela has used...
08.01.2023
Episode 375: Lee’s Unbreakable Spirit | Prisoners of War
Colonel Leon "Lee" Ellis is a retired USAF pilot and former prisoner of war in Vietnam at the Hanoi Hilton. Ellis is the author of multiple books on leadership and overcoming hardship. In this podcast, Ellis describes punching out over...
07.27.2023
Episode 374: Journey of Adventurers with Reuben Bolieu
Survival Instructor and adventurer Reuben Bolieu and Fieldcraft Survival's Kevin Estela discuss their common backgrounds, training, and travel. Reuben has been an instructor with Randall's Adventure Training, a knife designer, and a professional writer and photographer. He has traveled to...
07.25.2023
Episode 373: Into the Wild with Jason Polaski of Yellow Birch Outfitters
Jason Polaski of Yellow Birch Outfitters joins Kevin Estela of Fieldcraft Survival North Carolina for a podcast about traditional gear, travel, the great outdoors and the classics. Polaski is a US Army Veteran, Overlander, fan of 80s movies, and a...
07.20.2023
Episode 372: Tales of Adventure and Survival with Jordan Jonas from ALONE
Jordan Jonas of ALONE fame joins Kevin Estela of Fieldcraft Survival in this week's podcast. Jonas describes his background living with an indigenous tribe in Russia as well as the process of learning skills that ultimately helped him win the...
07.18.2023
Episode 371: Inside the Criminal Underground: BC and Ski on Gangs and Organized Crime
"BC" & "Ski" are two former law enforcement officers who join Fieldcraft Survival's Gerry Young and Kevin Estela at the Fieldcraft Survival NC podcast studio. BC & Ski have an extensive background in studying gang activity as well as organized...

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Fieldcraft Survival episodes:

Episode 420: Tactical Insights with Dan Brokos from Lead Faucet Tactical

Episode 419: Mastering the Shot: Insights from IPDA and IPSC World Champion JJ Racaza

Episode 418: Kevin Estela's Coffee & Questions #12

Episode 417: “Hidden War” with Game Warden Lt. John Nores, Jr.

Epiesode 416: 2x Cancer Survivor to Endurance Athlete | Amanda Kimiko

Episode 415: 10 Essential Needs and Backpack Loadout

Episode 414: From Navy SEAL to Survival with Todd Peters

Episode 413: Traveler Tips with Kevin Estela

Episode 412: Apogee Triangle NC with Mike Trybulski

Episode 411: Tactical Chat: Matt Shay on Policing and Survival with Kevin Estela

Episode 410: Kevin Estela's Coffee & Questions #11

Episode 409: Cold Weather Vehicle Emergency Kit

Episode 408: Lessons Learned with Mike Glover: Uruguayan Flight 571

Episode 407: The Art of Carrying: Karen Hunter's Firearms Philosophy

Episode 406: Kevin Estela's Coffee & Questions #10

Episode 405: New Year Reflections: Optimizing Health and Wellness with Mike Glover & Greg Lapin

Episode 404: Beyond Limits: Training, Fitness, and Empowerment with Collyn Currie

Episode 403: Leadership Lessons with Mike Glover and Jason Day of UNIT Solutions

Episode 402: Code Blue: A Story of a Cardiac Revival

Episode 401: Harvesting Hope: Veterans and Farming with Jon Jackson

Episode 400: Forged Friendship with Kevin Estela & Alicia Coppins McQuain of Battle Horse Knives

Episode 399: Georgia Bushcraft Fall Gathering: Insights from Kevin Estela and Gerry Young

Episode 398: Trail Talk with Patrick York Ma of PDW

Episode 397: Glock Mastery Unleashed with Johnny Glocks

Episode 396: From Green Beret to Entrepreneurship with Nate Kouhana, CEO of Anthem Snacks

Episode 395: Blue to Black: Greg Lapin's Journey from Law Enforcement to Jiu-Jitsu Leadership

Episode 394: Advanced Survival Experience Recap with Dan Eastland

Episode 393: Elite Leadership and Excellence with Bryan Ray from HVMN

Episode 392: Firearms, Friendship, and More with Lt. Col. Freddie Blish

Episode 391: Outdoor Adventures and Medical Emergencies with Dr. Ian Reight

Episode 390: Revving Up Law Enforcement Training with David Blalock

Episode 389: Tackling Trafficking: Insights from Expert Dr. Jason Piccolo

Episode 388: From Mats to Mindset with Greg Lapin and Greg Anderson

Episode 387: Surviving Violence: Mary Forgues' Story of Resilience

Episode 386: Endurance Beyond Limits: Ray Zahab's Extraordinary Journey

Episode 385: Enhancing Wellness with Rich Barnes, CEO and Founder of SSI

Episode 384: Beretta 92 Mods and Shooting Tips with Ernest Langdon

Episode 383: Surviving and Thriving: Jim Miller's UFC Legacy and Beyond

Episode 382: Gear Up for Success with Rob Gearing of Spartan Precision

Episode 381: 5 years 8 months and 4 days in Captivity | Prisoners of War

Episode 380: Mission Resilience with Jariko Denman (Part 2)

Episode 379: From 35,000ft to 101 Days in Captivity | Prisoners of War

Episode 378: A Trip Down Memory Lane with Cougar Mountain Solutions Founder, Erick Gelhaus

Episode 377: Your Husband is a POW… Now what? | Prisoners of War

Episode 376: Fueling the Outdoors with Range Meal Bars Founder and Owner, Zach Hein

Episode 375: Lee’s Unbreakable Spirit | Prisoners of War

Episode 374: Journey of Adventurers with Reuben Bolieu

Episode 373: Into the Wild with Jason Polaski of Yellow Birch Outfitters

Episode 372: Tales of Adventure and Survival with Jordan Jonas from ALONE

Episode 371: Inside the Criminal Underground: BC and Ski on Gangs and Organized Crime

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