"Make It Out Alive" (M.O.A.)
FaktaSportStay Sharp. Stay Ready. Stay Alive.Welcome to Make It Out Alive (M.O.A.) with Sam Wilson, the ultimate radio show for those who refuse to be caught off guard. In a world where common-sense survival skills are fading fast, Sam is here to bring them back—louder, smarter, and more practical than ever.Live on KKFO Gold Country Radio on Saturday's at 8:00am (PT) and Sunday's at 8:00pm (PT) on 103.3FM in Klamath Falls, Oregon and around the world on goldcountryradio.orgFrom urban emergencies to wilderness survival, from bushcraft basics to real-world preparedness, M.O.A. is your real-life guide to surviving everyday situations. Whether you're facing a natural disaster, a sketchy situation, or just the unexpected chaos of daily life, this show gives you the tools, tactics, and mindset to handle it all.Situational Awareness – Learn how to read your surroundings like a pro.Survival Skills – Master fire-starting, shelter-building, self-defense, and more.Preparedness Hacks – Build the ultimate go-bag, stockpile smartly, and stay ready.Don’t Die from Stupidity! – Avoid the simple mistakes that could cost you big.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 info@gearconvoy.com or send him a letter the old fashioned way!Sam WilsonPO Box 1108Chiloquin, OR 97624Sam Wilson's full-line of quality survival gear produced in the USA: https://gearconvoy.com/
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- One-Match Fires, High Intensity Training & a Silent but Deadly Attack (00:36:53)
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.
- Tacos, Pit Bulls & Crossbows: Survival Lessons From the High Desert (00:35:48)
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.
- Bourbon, Blades, and Testosterone: Why Men Can't Take the Heat Anymore (00:40:09)
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.
- No Power, No Mercy, and Freddy Krueger with a Bar Tab: Gators, Griddles & the Great Knife Debate (00:41:05)
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.
- Illegal Guns, Buns & Blades: 1A Auditors, Honey Bun Shootouts & Stainless Steel Wars (00:32:51)
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.
- Shark Bites to Rampaging Grannies: Surviving Park Predators & One-Match Fire Mastery (00:32:40)
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 info@gearconvoy.com 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.
- Survival In the Wild: Survival Shelters, ICE, and a Chicken Wing Taser Rampage! (00:33:33)
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.
- Prostitutes With Axes, Naked Broncos & Chi-pocalypse Now! (00:32:48)
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.
- The Grappler, Tear Gas & the Tactical Shop Cat: Survival Kits, Chaos And Toilet Drinking Brawls! (00:32:22)
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 info@gearconvoy.com.
- Coffee, Hookers & Chaos: High Sierra Rescues to Sin City Shenanigans (00:26:19)
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.
- Tow-Truck Heist, Chiraq is Back & Electric Bus Faceplant! (00:29:46)
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.
- Kevlar, Cobra & KFC (01:01:07)
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.
- Obese Plane Passengers Fight Back and Threats to Disembowel President Trump! (00:59:18)
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.
- Fatal Falls & Fake Smiles: What the Headlines Don’t Say (00:58:48)
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.
- Back in Action: Knives, News, and Kombat Kats (01:01:23)
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.
- Operation Midnight Hammer, Knife Skills & Chaos on the Road (00:57:30)
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 info@gearconvoy.com 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.
- Death Rolls, Dead Reckoning & Drive-Thru Disasters (01:00:38)
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.
- Machetes, Mayhem and Los Angeles Burns (00:58:31)
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.
- Flesh Eating Criminal, LASIK Gone Wrong, and Wilderness Warnings (00:59:32)
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.
- True Crime: The Butcher of Hell's Kitchen- Jimmy Coonan (00:27:02)
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.
- Tornadoes, Kangaroos, and Courtroom Chaos: Making It Out Alive (00:59:07)
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.
- True Crime: The Savage Rise to Power of Anthony "Gaspipe" Casso (00:40:35)
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.
- Beards, Bears, and Bug-Out Bags: Wild Times on the MOA Broadcast (00:58:48)
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 info@gearconvoy.comWant 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.
- True Crime: The Gemini Twins- Ruthless Enforcers for The DeMeo Crew (00:31:28)
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 info@gearconvoy.comWant 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 Mafia Hitmen to Mountain Lions: Wild Stories and Wilder News (00:59:19)
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 info@gearconvoy.comWant 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.