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Our mission is to inspire and inform capable men to build strong families and resilient communities. We cover a variety of topics and subjects involving survival, bushcraft, modern military tech, and marksmanship fundamentals. Merch and resources available at https://www.dirtycivilian.com Hosts: Drew Hopkins & Josh Lowry Videographer: Chad Barber & Nick Jones Script & Research: Jonathan Fisher Advisor and Support: Alden Curtis & Kyle Keith

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The State of the NFA | They Can't Regulate Us All

YouTubeSep 13, 2026

Daily Driver Preparedness & Camping

YouTubeSep 5, 2026

We Tested America’s Emergency Water Sources. The Results Were Bad. Here's The F…

YouTubeAug 29, 2026

Vietnam War Lessons | MACV-SOG vs Light Infantry Gear and Tactics

YouTubeAug 22, 2026

Gunshot Wounds To The Groin, Neck, and Armpit | Junctional Wounds & How to Fix …

YouTubeAug 15, 2026

A Civilian State of the Union | America’s Failing Report Card

YouTubeAug 8, 2026

The Backyard Food System that can Feed a Family | Suburban Gardening

YouTubeAug 1, 2026

Low Effort Gardening for the Self-Sufficient Beginner

YouTubeJul 25, 2026

What Do Guerrilla Forces Rely on the Most in the Field? | Gear, Skills, and Pro…

YouTubeJul 18, 2026

Modern Operator Time Travels to the American Revolution

YouTubeJul 11, 2026

Surviving the High Desert with SERE Specialist | Finding Food, Water, and Shelt…

YouTubeJul 11, 2026

The Civilian Defense Network that Won the American Revolution

YouTubeJul 4, 2026

Building Hidden Survival Caches | How Resistance Networks Pre-Position Gear

YouTubeJun 28, 2026

The Rifle The Army Should Have Bought | 6Arc IAR + DMR

YouTubeJun 20, 2026

Can We Hunt Down a SERE Specialist with Modern Tech in the High Desert?

YouTubeJun 13, 2026

Do Shooting Skills Actually Depreciate? You Can Rebuild 1 Week.

YouTubeJun 6, 2026

“Enhanced Interrogation” Isn’t Pretty

YouTubeMay 31, 2026

The Fracture | An American Collapse Story

YouTubeMay 30, 2026

How Insurgency Networks Actually Work (And What We Can Learn From Them)

YouTubeMay 23, 2026

Why 6ARC Is Replacing 5.56 in Special Operations & is it Practical for Prepared…

YouTubeMay 16, 2026

Grid-Down Camera Network for Unmanned Observation (It's Easier Than You Expect)

YouTubeMay 9, 2026

Anatomy of Guerrilla Warfare | It's Not What You Think

YouTubeMay 2, 2026

Vehicle Maintenance Every Man Should Know

YouTubeApr 25, 2026

Suppressive Fire with Suppressors | Should We Silence Auto-Rifles?

YouTubeApr 11, 2026

Civilian Guerrilla Marksman Skill Tree | Shoot, Move, Communicate

YouTubeApr 4, 2026

Clean Kill or Bad Hit?

YouTubeApr 1, 2026

The Volunteers | A Modern Urban Guerrilla Story

YouTubeMar 29, 2026

Digging In to Avoid Thermal

YouTubeMar 27, 2026

Underground Anti Thermal Firing Position

YouTubeMar 21, 2026

Can We Evade a Recon Team with our Underground Anti-Thermal Hide Site?

YouTubeMar 21, 2026

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The Weight of the Shovel: Learning the Hard Lessons of the Quarry

True transformation isn't polished; it's found in the sweat, the lineage, and the discipline required to hew the foundation stone of a life.

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Rogue Rock Smiters

4 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Business

Building the Uncensorable Funnel: Why Platform Reliance is the Biggest Business Risk

If your MRR depends on a single platform's capricious algorithm, you aren't building a business—you're renting space. Learn how to build truly decentralized, resilient infrastructure.

Dirty Civilian

Rogue Business

4 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Equipment

The Hidden Keys: Mastering Infrastructure for the Exodus

The modern world’s water sources are complex. Learn how specialized tools can grant access to municipal systems, ensuring your provisions are secured when the grid fails.

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Rogue Preppers

3 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Science

More Than Just Material: Understanding the Science of the Hide

Every great piece of leather starts with understanding the incredible resilience and unique science of the raw hide. It's all about the heat and the process.

Dirty Civilian

Rogue Tanners

3 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Techniques

Redundancy and Readiness: Why Your Backup Gear Needs Practice, Not Just a Battery

True proficiency means preparing for failure, whether that's a dead battery or an unexpected draw. We break down the necessity of redundant systems in modern self-defense.

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Gun Show

3 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Equipment

The Real Cost of Readiness: Ammo, Ballistics, and the Self-Sufficient Defender

The discussion around defense costs often misses the most critical element: the continuous, personal supply chain of quality ammunition and the knowledge to maintain it.

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Gun Show

3 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Techniques

Beyond the Drill: What Shooting Competitions Teach Us About Athletic Fundamentals

Whether you're running a grueling cross-country mile or executing a perfect crossover in a scrimmage, the mental game and foundational footwork are everything.

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Rogue Athletes

4 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Techniques

The Unsexy Truth About Athletic Mastery: Why Consistency Beats Intensity

Elite performance isn't built in the moment of victory; it's forged through the grind of consistent, unsexy drills and reps.

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Rogue Athletes

4 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Techniques

MRE Hacks: Maximizing Your Stockpile for the Exodus

When Babylon falls, every calorie counts. Learn this simple hack to maximize your MREs, ensuring your provisions are ready when you need them most.

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Rogue Preppers

3 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Techniques

When the Sirens Sound: Mastering Field Evacuation and Trauma Care

True Provident Self-Reliance means having the skills to care for the wounded. Learn why a medical litter is non-negotiable for any aspiring Labraham ready to leave Babylon.

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Rogue Preppers

3 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Equipment

Beyond Night Vision: Why White Light Remains Mandatory for Modern Optics

Don't let a high-tech optic lull you into complacency. Understanding the limitations of night vision and the necessity of white light is key to maintaining superior situational awareness.

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Gun Show

3 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Techniques

From Small Loot to Big Harvest: Sustaining Your Place to Go

When the sirens sound, every resource counts. Learn how to maximize small game utilization to ensure your community can maintain its self-reliance.

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Rogue Preppers

3 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Science

The Trap of the 'Essential': Why Overloading Your Loadout Is Killing Your Gains

Whether it's excess gear, dopamine hits, or unnecessary habits, carrying too much weight slows you down, dulls your mind, and increases your risk. Learn the science of optimal load.

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Rogue Movers

4 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Equipment

Beyond the Big Guns: Why the Small Stuff is the Real Loadout for Exodus

The biggest threats aren't always the sirens—they're the overlooked dependencies that crumble when the system fails.

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Rogue Preppers

4 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Techniques

Dialing In the System: The Necessity of Adjustable Gas Blocks for Optimal Performance

Understanding the nuances of gas systems—whether piston or direct impingement—is critical for maximizing accuracy and reliability, especially when running suppressors.

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Gun Show

3 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Troubleshooting

The Back Pressure Problem: Tuning Your Rifle for Suppressor Reliability

When you add a suppressor, you fundamentally change the gas system. Learn why overgassing, while good for raw performance, can create 'gassy' issues when combined with high back pressure.

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Gun Show

3 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Troubleshooting

When the Juice Runs Dry: Mastering the Art of the Momentum Start

The battery’s dead, the ride is stalled. Don't panic. We break down the physics and mechanics of how to get that motor turning again using nothing but gravity and some elbow grease.

Dirty Civilian

Rogue Gearheads

4 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Culture

When the Question Isn't About Marksmanship: Staying Ahead of the Watchers

The threat isn't always loud; sometimes it's a friendly face asking the wrong questions. Vigilance and deep knowledge are the best defenses.

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Gun Show

3 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Equipment

Budget Parts vs. Battle-Tested: Do Knockoff Optics Hold Up Under Pressure?

Whether you're looking at a budget turbo kit or a cheap optics clone, the difference between reliable engineering and 'good enough' is huge. We break down the science of quality.

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Rogue Gearheads

4 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

Equipment

Purpose Built: Why Your Arsenal Needs Complementary Builds

Forget the myth of the 'one rifle.' True capability comes from understanding how different systems—from barrels to optics—complement each other for maximum utility.

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Gun Show

4 min

0 0 0about 1 month ago

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