"Make It Out Alive" (M.O.A.)

On this episode of the M.O.A. Broadcast, Sam Wilson dives headfirst into the madness—rampaging off-leash dogs, out-of-control First Amendment auditors turning pepper spray into a lifestyle, and a brutal grizzly bear attack deep in Glacier National Park.We also break down real-world survival lessons from the wilderness, why modern entitlement culture is getting people hurt, and why situational awareness matters whether you’re in bear country, a parking lot, or dealing with some lunatic’s unleashed poodle. Then we shift gears into a hard-hitting discussion on Mike Mentzer-style Heavy Duty training, high-intensity workouts, and why most people are wasting hours in the gym for mediocre results.Dark humor, sharp opinions, practical survival takeaways, and zero patience for stupidity—just the way the MOA Broadcast was meant to be.Patreon Link: patreon.com/GearConvoyWant to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

En este episodio de Survival Gringo hablamos sobre una de las habilidades más importantes en cualquier situación de supervivencia: el fuego. Desde el alto desierto de Oregon exploramos la diferencia entre tener equipo… y realmente saber usarlo cuando las condiciones se ponen difíciles. Porque en el mundo real, el fuego no es suerte. Es preparación, práctica y calma bajo presión.

En este episodio piloto de Survival Gringo hablamos sobre la diferencia entre la supervivencia real y las fantasías de Hollywood. Desde el alto desierto de Oregon, exploramos las habilidades que realmente importan cuando las cosas salen mal: mantener la calma, tomar buenas decisiones y evitar errores que pueden costarte la vida. Porque en el mundo real… sobrevivir no se trata de verse bien. Se trata de salir con vida.

This episode of the M.O.A. Broadcast goes completely off the rails—in the best way possible. We break down the Tennessee manhunt for a former Special Forces soldier accused of turning into a real-life Rambo, revisit the dark shadow hanging over Ruby Ridge and Waco, and ask the uncomfortable question: was The FBI Files really just a polished PR campaign to rebuild the Bureau’s image?We also dive into a brutal grizzly bear attack, a Taco Bell shootout straight out of the Sunshine State circus, and somehow end up talking survival, mint juleps, lawn mowing, and why modern people keep making unbelievably stupid decisions. Real stories, hard truths, dark humor, and the kind of situational awareness that might actually help you Make It Out Alive.Patreon Link: patreon.com/GearConvoyWant to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

This episode of the M.O.A. Broadcast goes straight into the deep end—machete violence in the Big Apple, armed road rage in Florida, and a bikini cliff rescue that could’ve gone fatal in a hurry. Meanwhile, First Amendment auditors are starting to blur the line between defending freedom and baiting chaos—and sooner or later, that bill comes due.We also hit a school board scandal that’s provoking outrage and dig into the bigger picture: risk, ego, bad decisions, and the total lack of situational awareness that keeps getting people hurt. Real stories, real consequences, and zero patience for stupidity—this is the kind of breakdown that actually helps you Make It Out Alive.Patreon Link: patreon.com/GearConvoyWant to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Robot umpires are humiliating Major League Baseball officials, online retailers are quietly gutting brick-and-mortar stores, and a Florida school bus driver nearly turns a bad decision into a catastrophe when she challenges a train — and loses. In this episode of the M.O.A. Broadcast, Sam Wilson breaks down the growing role of automation, the unintended consequences of cutting out the middleman, and why technology may be creating as many risks as solutions.From AI replacing human judgment to remote-controlled vehicles and the dangers of over-automation, this episode dives into real-world examples that show how convenience, technology, and human ego are colliding — sometimes in spectacular fashion. Buckle up… this one gets interesting.Patreon Link: patreon.com/GearConvoyWant to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Pepper spray is one of the most effective — and often overlooked — self-defense tools available. In this episode, we break down why it works, how it levels the playing field, and what types of pepper spray are worth carrying.We also discuss why training matters, how to practice safely, and what you should know before ever deploying pepper spray in a real-world situation. Because like any defensive tool, effectiveness comes down to preparation.Patreon Link: patreon.com/GearConvoyWant to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Serrations get a bad rap — usually from people who don’t actually use their knives hard. In this episode, we break down why serrated edges often outperform plain edges in the real world, especially when cutting rope, webbing, fibrous material, and other tough, dirty cutting tasks where plain edges start to struggle.We also tackle the biggest myth of all — that serrations are hard to sharpen. The truth is, they’re often easy to maintain and stay functional far longer than plain edges. If you think serrations are pointless, this episode might change your mind… or at least bruise your ego a little.Patreon Link: patreon.com/GearConvoyWant to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

This week on the M.O.A. Broadcast, Sam Wilson comes in hot to break down a lineup of pure chaos. From McDonald’s getting dragged for the most awkward burger promo ever, to Canada flipping the script on home invasions after a wave of backlash, this episode doesn’t pull punches.We dig into the insanity of body positivity gone off the rails, a park ranger who went full Hollywood… on himself, and wrap it all up with a Florida man who storms a Chinese restaurant with a shovel claiming he’s saving the world. Yeah—that kind of episode.Real news. Real chaos. Real talk. If you’re not laughing, shaking your head, or both… you’re not paying attention.Patreon Link: patreon.com/GearConvoyWant to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Is batoning for losers? Depends—are you trying to process wood, or destroy your knife for views? In this episode, we dig into the hard truth: aggressive batoning isn’t some badge of toughness—it’s one of the fastest ways to snap, roll, or permanently damage a blade, especially when guys start treating their knife like a splitting maul.We break down what actually happens to steel under stress, the real-world consequences of pushing your gear past its limits, and why skill, technique, and tool choice matter more than brute force. If you think beating your knife through logs makes you “hardcore,” this one might sting a little.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

In this episode, we break down the real-world pros and cons of ferro rods versus matches in a survival scenario. From wet conditions to wind, cold, and gear failure, we cut through the noise and look at what actually works when things go sideways—and why convenience isn’t always reliability.More importantly, we get to the truth most people overlook: it’s not the tool, it’s the skill. A ferro rod in untrained hands is useless, and matches in the wrong conditions won’t save you. But with the right knowledge, technique, and preparation, you can make fire when it matters—no matter what you’re carrying.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Carbon steel gets talked up as the ultimate survival steel, but that reputation needs a reality check. In this episode, Sam breaks down why stainless steel is often the more practical choice, especially when moisture, neglect, and real-world conditions come into play.From rust resistance to reliability, this episode cuts through the myths and explains why stainless may be the better tool when survival is the goal.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

In this episode, Sam Wilson breaks down the real-world pros and cons of saw teeth, serrations, and survival knife design. From Rambo-style sawbacks to practical field use, he cuts through the hype and explains what actually works, what looks cool, and why the knife market doesn’t always reward the most useful tools.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

In this episode of the MOA Broadcast, Sam Wilson comes out of the gate with a loaded lineup: a Canadian home invasion case where a man fought back against an intruder armed with a crossbow, the tragic death of a young hiker on Mount Marcy after she reportedly called 911 and still froze before rescuers could reach her, and a bizarre Florida gym confrontation that ends with a man allegedly pulling what he later claimed was a king-size Snickers bar instead of a gun. Along the way, Sam also takes detours into First Amendment auditors, public filming, bad cops versus good cops, boomer meltdowns, and the way modern outrage culture keeps pushing everything into extreme camps.The episode mixes hard-edged commentary with dark humor and blunt opinion, especially as Sam tears into Canada’s handling of self-defense, the dangers of underestimating the outdoors, and the absurdity of modern social trends. It all wraps with the MOA Chaos Report, where a ridiculous gym standoff in Florida delivers the kind of chaotic, real-world stupidity the segment was built for.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Broadcasting from 4,200 feet in the hills of Oregon, Sam Wilson kicks off Season 2, Episode 4 with a rapid-fire rundown of the week’s chaos: Olympic hockey drama, online rage-bait meltdowns, and the growing feeling that everybody’s one bad headline away from losing their mind.Sam breaks down the internet’s obsession with USA vs. Canada after Team USA takes gold, then pivots south to the claim that El Mencho was captured and killed, with cartel fallout spiraling into burning blockades and highway shutdowns across parts of Mexico.Then the show swerves into a surprisingly heated “country vs. city” moment: you don’t need a rooster for hens to lay eggs—and Sam wants listeners to email in a simple yes-or-no poll.From there, he reads listener mail on First Amendment auditors vs. “frauditors,” laying out why he supports law and order while still warning that you never know what kind of cop you’ll get in a random encounter—and why the “ID obsession” issue keeps blowing up.Finally, Florida delivers the closing punch: a 79-year-old man in a mobility scooter allegedly threatens a Walmart jewelry worker, flashes a gun, and asks, “Are you scared now?” Sam signs off with the MOA reminder: don’t wait for an emergency to prepare—because if you don’t make it out alive, you don’t make it out at all.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Recorded fireside at 4,200 feet in the winter hills of Southern Oregon—with Kobra the shop cat and Bacon the dog in the background—Season 2, Episode 3 gets back to the MOA essentials: risk, preparedness, and consequences.The episode turns grim fast: two experienced hikers are killed on Washington’s Lena Lake Trail when a dead fir (“widowmaker”) snaps without warning—one dies instantly, the other despite aid and even off-duty doctors on scene. Then Mount Rainier delivers another hard lesson: two climbers vanish near Wilson Glacier and are later recovered around 9,600 feet, with the medical examiner citing accidental blunt-force injuries.From there, Sam tackles two forever-debates: axes on the trail (heavy, risky, often unnecessary) and serrations vs. plain edge—with the blunt claim that serrations keep cutting long after a plain edge is done, especially in dirty real-world conditions.And because it’s MOA, Florida closes the show: an angry customer allegedly storms into an Enterprise rental car office holding a toddler and waving a 42-inch metal selfie stick, threatening staff over a payment dispute. No phone attached. No injuries. Plenty of charges.Because if you don’t make it out alive, you don’t make it out at all.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Broadcasting from 4,200 feet in the icy hills of Oregon—fireside with Cobra the shop cat chiming in—Sam Wilson is back with Season 2, Episode 2, and the theme is simple: people are getting reckless, and reality is collecting receipts.First, Sam addresses the incoming hate mail and doubles down: the MOA Broadcast isn’t here to carry water for any political tribe. But if you’re planning to “resist” federal operations in the street, understand this: you’re not protesting—you're volunteering for charges. Freedom is real… and so are consequences.Then we go to California, where wilderness complacency turns deadly—again. A group of hikers gets lost in Riverside County, and one member of the party heads out alone to find them. The others are airlifted to safety. The would-be rescuer is found dead at the bottom of a 150-foot rock face. The takeaway hits hard: the wilderness doesn’t care about your intentions, and panic rescues can multiply casualties.Next up: out-of-control cops and the creeping problem of ego-policing—arrests over microscopic “offenses,” power trips on the roadside, and the sobering reminder that on the street, the badge usually “wins” first… and the courts sort it out later (if you’re lucky).And finally, Florida delivers the headline you didn’t know you needed: a Miami woman allegedly linked to a chaotic park brawl—identified through video, a Facebook profile, and a nickname that belongs in MOA history: “Juicy Booty.” Police say she’s accused of swinging a metal baseball bat in a fight involving adults and juveniles. The charges are serious—and the story is pure Florida madness.Dark humor. Harsh lessons. No fluff. Because if you don’t make it out alive… you don’t make it out at all.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Season 2 starts by the fire at 4,200 feet in the hills of Southern Oregon—Bacon the dog and Kobra the shop cat asleep nearby—while Sam Wilson returns with a fresh batch of “Make It Out Alive” reality checks.This episode swings from the national temperature check (ICE, DHS, and the social-media rage machine) to a blunt warning: don’t obstruct law enforcement, don’t get played by influencers, and don’t let politics turn your brain off. Then it gets grim—three bodies recovered in California’s San Gabriel Mountains after brutal winter conditions and a 500-foot fall on the Devil’s Backbone Trail. Sam breaks down the real killer: familiarity breeds contempt, and unprepared hikers pay the bill.From there, it’s survival doctrine: the “put your mask on first” rule, why running in to save someone can get you killed too, and how panic turns a bad situation into a body count.And just when you think we’re done… Florida delivers the closing punch: a man allegedly steals whiskey, stumbles around with his pants down, exposes himself, and urinates in public near kids—because of course it’s Florida.No partisan screaming. No fake toughness. Just hard lessons, dark humor, and a reminder: prepare now—because when it goes sideways, you won’t get a redo.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

We plan on uploading a chapter a week or so until the whole book is in audio form. Click the link below to get it in ebook or paperback from Amazon.https://a.co/d/hDWe2u2Kombat Kat: The Rise of the F.E.L.I.X. Unitby Sam WilsonIn a shattered world where plague-born mutants stalk the ruins and ruthless corporate overlords hold what's left of humanity in a steel grip, hope wears claws.K2, an elite bioengineered feline soldier—once designed to be a mindless enforcer for Nexcorp—has broken free. Now he leads the F.E.L.I.X. Unit, a squad of rogue feline warriors fighting to help human survivors reclaim their future.But freedom comes at a cost.As K2 and his team train a ragtag force of humans, wage brutal raids against Nexcorp strongholds, and battle unspeakable horrors unleashed by the plague, a deeper conspiracy begins to unfold—one that threatens not just their lives, but the fragile hope they fight to preserve.Kombat Kat – Rise of the F.E.L.I.X. Unit is the gripping first volume in a dark, dystopian sci-fi action series. Packed with visceral combat, tense survival, and unforgettable characters, it’s a brutal fight for freedom—led by the most unlikely of heroes.

We plan on uploading a chapter a week or so until the whole book is in audio form. Click the link below to get it in ebook or paperback from Amazon.https://a.co/d/hDWe2u2Kombat Kat: The Rise of the F.E.L.I.X. Unitby Sam WilsonIn a shattered world where plague-born mutants stalk the ruins and ruthless corporate overlords hold what's left of humanity in a steel grip, hope wears claws.K2, an elite bioengineered feline soldier—once designed to be a mindless enforcer for Nexcorp—has broken free. Now he leads the F.E.L.I.X. Unit, a squad of rogue feline warriors fighting to help human survivors reclaim their future.But freedom comes at a cost.As K2 and his team train a ragtag force of humans, wage brutal raids against Nexcorp strongholds, and battle unspeakable horrors unleashed by the plague, a deeper conspiracy begins to unfold—one that threatens not just their lives, but the fragile hope they fight to preserve.Kombat Kat – Rise of the F.E.L.I.X. Unit is the gripping first volume in a dark, dystopian sci-fi action series. Packed with visceral combat, tense survival, and unforgettable characters, it’s a brutal fight for freedom—led by the most unlikely of heroes.

From 4,200 feet in Oregon’s high desert, Sam saddles up for a vivid ride through an Old West cattle drive—how “cowboy coffee” was roasted, crushed, and boiled to float a horseshoe; why Arbuckle’s glazed beans changed trail life; and what it really took to move 2,000 longhorns 10–15 miles a day with scarce water, a tight crew, and a ton of flour, beans, and salt pork. He lifts the lid on chuck-wagon grub—Dutch-oven biscuits, bean pots, and brutally salty pork—and the morale-saving rituals around that black pot of liquid backbone. Then comes a campfire closer: a true tale of a Black cowboy who cut across a midnight stampede and turned a thundering herd with grit, a fast horse, and a six-gun. It’s function over finesse, smoke over subtlety, and the human spirit riding point all the way to the railhead.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Broadcasting from 4,200 feet up in Oregon’s high desert, Sam Wilson — the reddest beard in the West — serves up another piping-hot Make It Out Alive episode packed with caffeine, chaos, and common sense. From the art of brewing perfect cowboy coffee under open skies to dipping fresh bread in “liquid gold” rotisserie fat, Sam blends practical survival wisdom with personal tales and no-nonsense life philosophy. He dives into wild stories of hiker rescues gone wrong, stray dog attacks, and a seven-person Whataburger brawl that turned a 3 a.m. cheeseburger mix-up into a crimson cage match. Rounding out the show, Sam breaks down pepper spray tactics, high-intensity training, and how to stay level-headed when the world loses its mind. This one’s equal parts grit, grease, and good sense — the high-desert way.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Coming to you from 4,200 feet up in the Oregon hills, Sam Wilson — the reddest beard in the high desert — serves up another wild and caffeinated Make It Out Alive broadcast. Episode 42 delivers a full plate of insanity: buttered coffee rituals, backyard brawls in Chirac, First Amendment auditors pushing the limits, a rash of social media influencer deaths, and a buck-naked Florida man running amok with an axe and a beer. Between survival lessons, steak-and-eggs wisdom, and a classic movie spotlight on Steve McQueen’s The Getaway, Sam keeps it funny, unfiltered, and just dangerous enough to spill your coffee.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

In this wild and wide-ranging edition of the Make It Out Alive broadcast, host Sam Wilson — the reddest beard in the high desert — takes listeners from the frosty hills of southern Oregon to the blazing chaos of Florida’s airport brawls. Between breaking news about New York’s “Big Tish” indictment, a Missouri camper’s fatal bear encounter, and two New Jersey sisters throwing down WWE-style at an airline gate, Sam still finds time to preach situational awareness, survival sense, and the sacred art of a perfect cup of coffee brewed by his beloved Bunn machine. With guest appearances by his trusty dog Bacon and street-smart shop cat Kobra, this episode blends absurd headlines, grit, humor, and real-world survival lessons — proving once again why MOA isn’t just talk radio… it’s a mindset.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

From 4,200 feet up in Oregon’s high desert, Sam Wilson dishes a spicy plate of huevos rancheros, Michelin-style scrambled eggs, and hard truths: Trump border czar Tom Homan hits back at bribery claims, ICE standoffs sizzle in Chicago and Portland, and we kick off a no-BS intro to High Intensity Training (one set to true failure—bring a towel and grit). Add in shop-dog Bacon and stealth-cat Kobra taste-testing KFC, a stormy desert soundtrack, a teased true-crime shocker from L.A., a coming one-match fire-building demo, and the pièce de résistance—a South Carolina “fart spray” caper that allegedly torched $55,000 in school costs. It’s equal parts survival mindset, gym-warrior motivation, and jaw-dropping headlines—served hot, loud, and unfiltered.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

From “White People Taco Night” hilarity to out-of-control pit bulls, machete mayhem, and a Florida crossbow roommate showdown, Episode 39 of the MOA Broadcast doesn’t hold back. Sam Wilson—coming to you from 4,200 feet up in Oregon’s high desert—mixes steak-and-egg memories, St. Louis pizza nostalgia, and sharp commentary on why men are softer (and angrier) than ever. Along the way, he dives into knife coatings, survival awareness, and why even a handshake—or a fist bump—says more than you think. Toss in Bacon the pointer, Cobra the cat, and news stories too crazy to invent, and you’ve got one episode that proves if you’re not thinking ahead, you might not make it out alive.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

From smoky bourbon and Michelin-star scrambled eggs to hollow-handle survival knives and a fiery takedown of fragile egos, Sam Wilson goes full-throttle in this fireside-meets-frontline edition of the MOA Broadcast. Broadcasting from 4,200 feet in the Oregon high desert, Sam dives into why men today can’t take the heat, the lost art of toughness, and the breakdown of basic gratitude in society—all while keeping it raw, sharp, and unfiltered. Toss in a Florida man wielding a knife, some wild YouTube live experiments, and plenty of high-desert grit, and you’ve got one episode you don’t want to miss.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Episode 37 of the MOA Broadcast is one for the record books: a Carnival Cruise ship erupts into an all-out brawl over chicken tenders, a gator fatally mauls a boy in Louisiana, and a hungry black bear invades a Catskills home. Sam fires up the mic with steak, rice, and coffee-fueled survival talk while tackling the fiery debate of carbon vs. stainless steel knives and why steel alone doesn’t make the cut. And just when you thought it couldn’t get wilder, a Florida bartender goes full Freddy Krueger after a customer disputes his bar tab. Toss in a challenge for a “no electricity day,” and you’ve got chaos, crime, and survival smarts rolled into one unforgettable show.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

From a cop exposed as an illegal immigrant in Maine to a Georgia man murdered in cold blood over honey buns, Episode 36 of the MOA Broadcast is loaded with jaw-dropping stories and hard truths. Sam Wilson fires up the mic from 4,200 feet in Oregon’s high desert, mixing the bizarre arrest of South Carolina’s gubernatorial hopeful in his underwear, the rising chaos of First Amendment auditors, and a no-nonsense deep dive into the stainless vs. carbon steel knife debate. Toss in Cobra’s teething updates, steak and huevos rancheros, and your Friday coffee vibes—and you’ve got the only survival show where politics, chaos, and gear collide in one wild ride.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

From a limb-chomping great white in Sydney to a brutal jogger beatdown in Ohio, a flare-gun granny war in Long Island, and a Jack in the Box brawl over curly fries, Sam Wilson takes you on a high-octane ride through the world’s craziest headlines. But this episode isn’t just shock and awe—Sam digs into the survival skills that matter most, from one-match fire-starting to old-school map and compass navigation. Broadcasting from 4,200 feet up in Oregon’s high desert, this MOA run blends jaw-dropping true stories with hard-hitting preparedness wisdom you can actually use—because if you don’t make it out alive, you don’t make it out at all.Send your thoughts to [email protected] for a chance to be featured and win a mini survival kit.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

From a tin-roof shop at 4,200 feet in Oregon’s high desert, Sam Wilson brings you a wild ride of headlines and hard truths. An off-duty deputy brandishes her gun in Texas, ICE heats up Chicago with “Operation Midway Blitz,” and a security guard in Houston goes full taser-rampage over chicken wings. Between the chaos, Sam shifts gears into what really matters: how to build a shelter when you’re lost in the wild, why confidence doesn’t equal competence, and why practice is the only shortcut in survival. It’s equal parts outrageous news, gritty outdoors wisdom, and that MOA reminder—if you don’t prepare now, you might not make it out alive.📢 Support the show and access exclusive content: [Patreon - Gear Convoy / Sam Wilson] 🎧 Listen for free on GearConvoy.com, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Apple Podcasts.Tune in, stay sharp, and remember: If you don’t make it out alive, you won’t make it at all.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Buckle up, folks—this one’s wild. From a grisly San Francisco axe murder with a suspected “lady of the night,” to Chicago teetering on the edge of chaos, to yet another naked Bronco chase in Los Angeles (yes, a white Bronco), Sam Wilson brings you the rawest headlines and sharpest survival talk from 4,200 feet up in Oregon’s high desert. Plus, Cobra the shop cat is in front of the mic today, sip on cowboy coffee tips, and dive into why your everyday carry survival kit could save more than just your weekend barbecue. This episode blends true crime madness, street-level chaos, and practical prepping wisdom—M.O.A. style.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Broadcasting from 4,200 feet in the Oregon hills, Sam Wilson fires up a punchy midweek MOA update—part headline rodeo, part survival primer, all high-desert grit. Buckle in for the “Grappler,” a wild police gadget that hogties getaway cars; a California professor accused of boomeranging tear gas at ICE; a grim influencer murder case out of Mexico; and a Florida-man–energy finale featuring a naked brawler hydrating from the porcelain—yes, really. Between sips of jet-black Aeropress spiked with Irish grass-fed butter, Sam breaks down modern prepping without the bunker cosplay and builds a pocket-size urban survival kit you can stash in a match safe. Cameo: Cobra, the black shop cat in his desert-tan tactical vest, purring like an idling V-twin. Twenty to thirty minutes of news, good times, and no-nonsense readiness—tuned for your commute and your common sense.Whether you're an outdoor enthusiast, a city dweller, or just someone who wants to be ready for anything, Sam Wilson is here to make sure you Make It Out Alive!Sam would love to hear from you! Email him at [email protected].

Broadcasting from 4,200 feet in Oregon’s high desert, Sam Wilson—the voice of Chi-Town with the reddest beard around—kicks off with a caffeine-fueled ode to French press vs. AeroPress vs. cowboy coffee, introduces Cobra the shop cat in his “tactical vest,” then barrels into a wild news run: a Boy Scout troop stumbling on and saving a lost 78-year-old hiker in the Sierra Nevada, Florida’s move to scrap vaccine mandates, a deadly Lisbon funicular derailment, Long Island cops shooting a BB-gun-wielding man after a grim vow to his mother, and a brutal Las Vegas hotel-room robbery by an alleged sex worker. Between headlines, Sam riffs on the unforgiving swing of high-desert temps and why Oregon does pizza dirty—before signing off with a no-nonsense reminder: prepare now, because if you don’t make it out alive, you don’t make it out at all.

Coming to you from 4,200 feet in the Oregon hills, Sam Wilson brings a fast-paced 30-minute MOA Broadcast packed with wild headlines and hard truths. From a tow truck driver stealing an ICE vehicle in Los Angeles, to Chicago’s bloody Labor Day weekend, to the messy fallout of failed electric school buses in Maine, Sam covers it all with his trademark grit and sharp commentary. Along the way, you’ll meet Cobra the shop cat, hear about California’s new homeless task force, and even catch a bizarre tale of bath salts gone wrong in Niagara Falls. It’s current events, true crime, survival talk, and straight-shooting analysis—all in one compact episode you can take on the go.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

From the high desert hills of Oregon, Sam Wilson brings you a jam-packed MOA Broadcast featuring news you almost can’t believe: a tragic Kevlar helmet stunt in Texas, python-hunting robot rabbits in Florida, and a moped bandit’s final ride in New York. Along the way, Sam introduces Cobra—the newest four-legged member of the Gear Convoy shop—shares a surprising redemption story for KFC, and sprinkles in New York bagel nostalgia with a side of street smarts.Stay tuned for crime stats, preparedness tips, and a reminder: if someone asks, “Does Steve live here?”… it’s time to walk away.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

In this candid conversation, we unpack the whirlwind journey of building a business while juggling uncertainty, setbacks, and the constant pull of “shiny objects.” From the early scramble to find traction, to the challenges of managing burnout, to finally discovering the power of narrowing focus—this episode is a deep dive into resilience, discipline, and the lessons learned along the way. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, creator, or just someone navigating big transitions, you’ll walk away with practical takeaways on how to realign, prioritize, and keep moving forward when the chaos hits.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

From 4,200 feet up in the Oregon hills, Sam Wilson returns with a pulse-pounding episode of The MOA Broadcast. This week’s show is packed: a brutal double homicide on an Arkansas hiking trail, a deadly plunge into a California waterfall, and the Coldplay kiss-cam scandal that blew up two tech execs' lives. But it’s not all doom and gloom—Sam spotlights a gritty John Wayne Western, gives love to his local stray cats (shoutout to Mr. Floofers), and delivers a powerful message about situational awareness and self-reliance in a chaotic world. Plus, hear about his new dystopian novella Combat Kat and how you can score a mini survival kit just for writing in. Don’t miss this wild ride of current events, survival tips, and unapologetic truth-telling.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Broadcasting from 4,200 feet in the Oregon high desert, Sam Wilson — the voice of Chytown and the reddest beard in the hills — returns after a short break with a jam-packed episode of the Make It Out Alive broadcast.This week, Sam dives into:The end of an era as The Late Show with Stephen Colbert announces its final season, and why Sam thinks late-night TV lost its way.A gripping NYC subway slashing story where the victim fought back — with deadly results.A shocking Illinois crime: an illegal immigrant accused of a gruesome decapitation, released under the controversial Safety Act, only to be re-arrested by ICE.Chaos near L.A.’s Crypto.com Arena with a machete-wielding man and a police shooting.And the viral story that exploded online: the CEO caught on a stadium kiss cam in an affair-level moment that cost him his job — a real-time lesson on the power (and peril) of today’s internet.Sam also shares updates on his new post-apocalyptic novella Kombat Kat: Rise of the Felix Unit (Combat with a K, Cat with a K), now available on Amazon, and offers real-world survival insights, from urban dangers to why gear testing matters. Plus, a nostalgic spotlight on the gritty 1975 Charles Bronson classic Hard Times, celebrating old-school toughness and minimalism.Get ready for raw takes, real stories, survival wisdom, and some classic movie love — only on the MOA Broadcast. Will you make it out alive?Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Broadcasting from 4,200 feet up in the Oregon high desert, Sam Wilson brings you another gripping installment of the Make It Out Alive (MOA) Broadcast. This episode dives deep into both global and local chaos—with a breakdown of the U.S. airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear sites (dubbed "Operation Midnight Hammer") and a raw look at escalating violence across American cities, including disturbing attacks on public transit and law enforcement.Sam also covers vital outdoor survival tactics, including knife use and backcountry navigation, as well as a tragic hiking incident on Maine’s Mount Katahdin. Plus, a classic film spotlight: 1973’s Scorpio, featuring Burt Lancaster in peak form.As always, it's a mix of news, survival, and no-holds-barred commentary—focused on staying situationally aware, prepared, and making it out alive.Topics in this episode include:U.S. airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities and their geopolitical falloutKnife and map use in the wilderness: essential tools for outdoor survivalTrue crime updates: A naked assault in California, a bus stabbing in NYC, and a wrench attack in BrooklynThe tragedy of a father-daughter hiking trip gone wrongReview: Scorpio (1973) and why old-school thrillers still resonateListener feedback, free survival kit giveaways, and moreSend your thoughts to [email protected] for a chance to be featured and win a mini survival kit.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Broadcasting from 4,200 feet in the Oregon high desert, Sam Wilson—“the voice of Chytown” and host of the MOA (Make It Out Alive) broadcast—delivers another wild ride through the week’s most unbelievable stories and practical survival tips.In this episode, Sam dives into the latest mayhem: a tourist in the Philippines mauled by a crocodile after mistaking it for a statue, machete attacks, and a lunchtime road rage showdown in Pittsburgh that escalates into a SWAT standoff. He also covers a tragic fast food shooting in Florida, sparked by a dispute over mayonnaise.But it’s not all chaos—Sam returns to one of his favorite outdoor topics: dead reckoning navigation. Learn how to use this low-tech yet powerful method to get back to where you started, whether you’re deep in the backcountry or lost in a city grid.Plus, hear his unapologetically hilarious take on the show Yellowstone, the absurdity of synthetic salmon, and why situational awareness—on the trail or at the taco stand—just might save your life.📢 Support the show and access exclusive content: [Patreon - Gear Convoy / Sam Wilson] 🎧 Listen for free on GearConvoy.com, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Apple Podcasts.#Survival #FireStarting #MOABroadcast #Preparedness #WildernessSkillsTune in, stay sharp, and remember: If you don’t make it out alive, you won’t make it at all.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Broadcasting from 4,200 feet in the Oregon high desert, Sam Wilson returns to the Make It Out Alive broadcast with a scorching episode of chaos, crime, and catastrophe. This week, Sam unpacks three explosive headlines tearing through America:First, a chef’s nightmare—an Albuquerque native becomes the second victim in a brutal machete rampage in downtown Los Angeles. Sam details the random attack that left one man dead, another maimed, and an entire city on edge.Next, corruption in the Sunshine State: a Florida sheriff is arrested and charged in a sprawling $21 million illegal gambling ring. What was supposed to be law enforcement turned into law evasion at the highest levels—Sam walks you through the dirty money trail.Finally, Los Angeles erupts—again. Protests over ICE raids devolve into rioting, looting, and literal flames across the city. With rumors of the National Guard and even the Marines stepping in, Sam separates fact from hysteria and calls it like it is.Also on the docket: reckless hikers in Washington may soon pay the price for putting rescuers at risk, and a spirited discussion on First Amendment auditors—citizen activists with cameras and the Constitution in their back pockets.From machete wounds to federal raids, this episode is raw, unfiltered, and exactly what you've come to expect from Make It Out Alive. Buckle up.📢 Support the show and access exclusive content: [Patreon - Gear Convoy / Sam Wilson] 🎧 Listen for free on GearConvoy.com, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Apple Podcasts.#Survival #FireStarting #MOABroadcast #Preparedness #WildernessSkillsTune in, stay sharp, and remember: If you don’t make it out alive, you won’t make it at all.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Coming at you from 4,200 feet up in the Oregon hills, Sam Wilson brings another intense, no-holds-barred edition of the Make It Out Alive (MOA) broadcast. This week’s episode delivers a whirlwind of bizarre and brutal headlines, gripping stories, and raw commentary.First, Sam breaks down a shocking cannibal-style assault in Queens where a man on parole for attempted murder attacks a 9-year-old girl and bites off a cop's finger. Then, he dives into the savage beating of an off-duty rookie NYPD officer in the Bronx—and the tragic fallout when fear of media backlash kept him from drawing his gun.From there, Sam explores the heartbreaking suicide of a young Pennsylvania police officer after a LASIK procedure went horribly wrong, shedding light on the little-known risks behind the common surgery. Next up, a harrowing rescue mission at Virginia’s Crabtree Falls ends in both heroism and tragedy after two hikers ignore a guardrail for the sake of a selfie.The episode wraps with a powerful reality check on emergency preparedness. Sam critiques a recent FEMA survey that suggests Americans feel “ready” for disasters—and explains why mindset and hands-on experience matter more than just buying gear online.Plus, you’ll hear Sam’s take on why serrated knives may be a survivalist’s secret weapon, and a surprising intermission featuring two street-smart porch cats: Dark Knight and Mr. Floofers.It's a packed show—equal parts chaos, crime, caution, and common sense. As always, Sam asks the real question: Will you make it out alive?📢 Support the show and access exclusive content: [Patreon - Gear Convoy / Sam Wilson] 🎧 Listen for free on GearConvoy.com, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Apple Podcasts.#Survival #FireStarting #MOABroadcast #Preparedness #WildernessSkillsTune in, stay sharp, and remember: If you don’t make it out alive, you won’t make it at all.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Episode Description:Broadcasting from the high desert hills of Oregon, Sam Wilson returns with a chilling new chapter of the MOA True Crime series. In this gripping episode, Sam shifts focus from the Italian mafia to one of the most feared factions in New York’s criminal underworld — the Irish mob. Specifically, the spotlight falls on Jimmy Coonan, the cold-blooded leader of the Westies, whose reign over Hell’s Kitchen in the 1970s left a trail of terror, blood, and broken alliances.Listeners are taken deep into the gritty streets of Manhattan’s West Side, exploring Coonan’s violent rise from a troubled youth to a ruthless mob boss hellbent on revenge against Mickey Spillane. Through meticulous research and vivid storytelling, Sam paints a vivid portrait of a man whose thirst for power led to a brutal gang war and an uneasy alliance with the Italian mafia.Blending historical insight, true crime analysis, and unflinching detail, this episode examines not only the life of Jimmy Coonan, but the brutal legacy of the Westies and the dark heart of organized crime in America.Tune in, and prepare to walk the blood-stained streets of Hell’s Kitchen.

Broadcasting from 4,200 feet up in the Oregon hills, Sam Wilson returns with another packed episode of The Make It Out Alive Broadcast. This week, Sam dives into the shocking case of a Wisconsin judge indicted for allegedly helping an undocumented immigrant escape ICE custody—an incident that sparked national headlines and polarized debate. From there, we travel to Whittier, California, where a random midday attack highlights the rising tension around homelessness and public safety.Then it's off to South Carolina, where a bizarre and tragic kangaroo attack raises questions about human-wildlife interaction—and common sense. Sam also explores a controversial new law out of Montana banning lab-grown meat, and what it means for food safety and traditional agriculture.As tornadoes rip through the Midwest leaving death and destruction in their wake, Sam delivers a powerful segment on real-world disaster preparedness. From shelf-stable food and water storage tips to lighting solutions and sanitation, this is a must-listen for anyone wanting to be ready when the lights go out.Whether it’s kangaroo combat or courtroom drama, Sam brings his signature grit, humor, and no-nonsense survival know-how to every topic. Buckle up—this episode is a wild ride.📢 Support the show and access exclusive content: [Patreon - Gear Convoy / Sam Wilson] 🎧 Listen for free on GearConvoy.com, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Apple Podcasts.#Survival #FireStarting #MOABroadcast #Preparedness #WildernessSkillsTune in, stay sharp, and remember: If you don’t make it out alive, you won’t make it at all.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

In this episode of the MOA Broadcast, host Sam Wilson dives deep into the chilling true crime story of Anthony "Gaspipe" Casso, the ruthless underboss of the Lucchese crime family. From his violent rise through New York's mafia underworld to his shocking alliance with corrupt NYPD detectives known as the "Mafia Cops," this episode unpacks Casso’s legacy of murder, paranoia, and power.📢 Support the show and access exclusive content: [Patreon - Gear Convoy / Sam Wilson] 🎧 Listen for free on GearConvoy.com, Spotify, Amazon Music, and Apple Podcasts.#Survival #FireStarting #MOABroadcast #Preparedness #WildernessSkillsTune in, stay sharp, and remember: If you don’t make it out alive, you won’t make it at all.Want to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Broadcasting from 4,200 feet up in the Oregon hills, Sam Wilson — aka “the reddest beard in the high desert” — returns with another hard-hitting, off-the-grid episode of The Make It Out Alive (MOA) Broadcast. This week, Sam dives deep into a cluster of Florida’s most bizarre and deadly wildlife encounters, including a fatal alligator attack on a canoeing couple and the state’s first-ever deadly black bear incident. He blends shocking headlines with practical survival insight, emphasizing situational awareness and preparedness.The episode also answers listener requests with an in-depth segment on survival and navigation skills — from the realities of “bugging out” to practical tips for urban vs. wilderness survival, and even old-school dead reckoning techniques. Sam rounds things out with updates on the true crime mini-series, reflections on media quality, and a critical glance at recent developments around vaccine messaging. Rugged, real, and never sugar-coated, this MOA broadcast is survival talk at its most entertaining and essential.🔗 Listener questions? Gear tips? Hit up [email protected] to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Coming to you from 4,200 feet in the Oregon high desert, host Sam Wilson brings you another chilling installment of The MOA Broadcast: True Crime Edition. This week, we dive deep into the bloody legacy of the infamous Gemini Twins, Anthony Center and Joseph Testa—two childhood friends turned prolific enforcers for the DeMeo crew, a deadly faction of the Gambino crime family. Operating in 1970s–80s Brooklyn, the DeMeo crew became notorious for their gruesome "Gemini Method" of murder and body disposal, racking up a staggering body count between 70 and 250 victims.Wilson walks you through the origins, rise, and fall of Roy DeMeo's lethal inner circle, highlighting the violent turns and fatal betrayals that defined this dark chapter in organized crime. From stolen cars and cocaine deals gone wrong to chilling executions in the backrooms of the Gemini Lounge, this episode doesn’t hold back. Be warned: while the show strives to keep things PG, listener discretion is advised due to graphic content.Tune in for an intense, meticulously detailed look into the brutal underworld where loyalty was fleeting—and your best friend could be your killer.🔗 Listener questions? Gear tips? Hit up [email protected] to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Broadcasting from 4,200 feet in Oregon’s high desert, Sam Wilson—aka the Voice of Chytown—returns with another jam-packed hour of the MOA Broadcast. In this week’s episode, Sam dives into wild current events and rugged outdoor life. He breaks down the dramatic suspension of Wisconsin Judge Hannah Dugan for allegedly helping an undocumented immigrant escape ICE, updates listeners on the shocking subway necrophilia case in NYC, and unpacks what synthetic additives are really doing to your eggs.The episode also takes a lighter turn with a debate on supermarket steak indecision, explores the philosophy of situational awareness, and answers a listener question about fishing gear and favorite backcountry meals. Plus: Sam shares his thoughts on nostalgic snacks, pepper spray defense, and the ever-growing cultural divide over basic courtesy.Whether you’re here for the survival tips, the true crime, or the commentary with bite, this is one episode you don’t want to miss.🔗 Listener questions? Gear tips? Hit up [email protected] to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.

Broadcasting from 4,200 feet up in the Oregon high desert, Sam Wilson returns to the Make It Out Alive broadcast with a gritty true crime edition that dives deep into the brutal and chaotic life of notorious mob enforcer Anthony “The Ant” Spilotro. Best known as the real-life inspiration behind Joe Pesci’s character in Casino, Spilotro carved a path of violence and terror from Chicago to Las Vegas, heading up the infamous Hole in the Wall Gang and enforcing the Outfit’s interests in the neon-lit city of sin. Sam explores Spilotro’s early days in “The Patch,” his bloody rise through the Chicago mob, his sadistic mentor Mad Sam DeStefano, and his ultimate downfall — a savage execution that marked the end of an era. Packed with chilling details and mob lore, this episode is not for the faint of heart. Tune in, and remember: if you don’t make it out alive, you don’t make it out at all.Would you like a shorter version of the description for platforms like Spotify?🔗 Listener questions? Gear tips? Hit up [email protected] to be ready for anything? Check out Sam’s 100% Made in the USA survival gear at GearConvoy.com.Tune in. Get prepared. Stay alive.