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PODCAST

Skillist

Brad Salon and Matt Corradino

Two experienced wilderness skills practitioners and instructors pick fights and talk shop on topics from long term wilderness living skills and ancient technologies to modern survival skills. Occasional guests will spice things up. With Brad Salon of Roots School in Vermont and Matt Corradino of Caribbean Earth Skills in St Croix.

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60:09

Skillist Podcast EP 29 Survival Bullsh*t

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2025/10/24

In this engaging conversation, Brad Salon and Matt Corradino explore various survival myths and misconceptions, emphasizing the importance of practical skills over flashy gear. They discuss the effectiveness of different shelter types, navigational tricks, and the emotional challenges faced in survival situations. The duo also highlights the significance of community and teamwork in survival scenarios, as well as the cultural technologies related to food preservation. Ultimately, they

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77:57

Skillist EP 28 Hunting Preparation

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2025/10/24

In this conversation, Brad Salon and Matt Corradino delve into the intricacies of hunting preparation, discussing various aspects such as food sources, hunting strategies, gear preferences, and the emotional connections to their equipment. They share personal anecdotes and insights on the challenges and joys of hunting, emphasizing the importance of preparation, scouting, and adapting to changing conditions. The conversation highlights the ongoing learning process that comes with hunting

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72:16

Skillist Podcast EP 30 Wilderness Survival and Skills...

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2025/10/24

In this episode of the Skillist Podcast, hosts Brad Salon and Matt Corradino delve into the world of primitive skills, exploring their personal journeys, motivations, and the evolving significance of these skills in modern society. They discuss the challenges of teaching these skills to the next generation, the value of handcrafted craftsmanship, and the balance between technology and traditional skills. The conversation also touches on mental health, community connections, and the

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80:49

Ep 27 Scout Mentality

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2025/08/12

In this conversation, Brad Salon and Matt Corradino delve into the concept of the scout mentality, emphasizing its importance in training and personal growth. They discuss the balance between physical skills and mental resilience, the role of ego in self-perception, and the significance of realistic standards and incremental goals. The dialogue also touches on the transformative experiences that come from scout training, highlighting the need for a mindset focused on community and service

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Skillist Podcast EP 26 My Scout Class is Better Than...

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2025/07/14

SummaryIn this conversation, Brad Salon and Matt Corradino discuss the intricacies of scout skills and the differences in their respective scout classes. They explore the importance of class size, group dynamics, and the challenges of teaching and learning in a scout context. The discussion also touches on the ethical considerations of teaching survival skills, the prerequisites for classes, and the debate over the effectiveness of various teaching methods. Ultimately, they emphasize the

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73:08

EP 25 Bird Language and Awareness Skillist Podcast

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2025/06/17

In this episode of the Skillist Podcast, hosts Matt Corradino and Brad Salon delve into the fascinating world of bird language and its complexities. They explore the lifelong journey of understanding bird calls, the significance of behavioral context, and the reliability of bird language in real-life situations. Through personal experiences and insights, they discuss the importance of keen observation and the connection between humans and nature, emphasizing that mastering bird language

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54:21

Sign Tracking Skillist Podcast EP 24

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2025/06/03

In this episode of the Skillist Podcast, hosts Matt Corradino and Brad Salon delve into the fascinating world of sign tracking in wildlife observation. They discuss the importance of recognizing signs left by animals, such as scat, feeding signs, and other disturbances, which provide valuable insights into animal behavior and presence in an area. The conversation emphasizes the often-overlooked practice of sign tracking compared to traditional track identification, highlighting its

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88:52

Skillist Podcast EP 21 Awareness (Situational &...

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2025/05/20

Ep 21 is all about Awareness! In this conversation, the hosts explore the concept of awareness, discussing its importance in daily life and the challenges posed by modern distractions. They delve into how cultural influences and technology shape our perception and attention, emphasizing the power of choice in enhancing awareness. The discussion includes techniques for training awareness, the impact of movement, and the distinction between mindfulness and mindlessness. The conversation

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68:30

Skillist Podcast EP 19 Winter Survival

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2025/05/20

In this episode of the Skills Podcast, Brad and Matt delve into the complexities of winter survival, discussing the challenges posed by cold weather, the importance of shelter and fire, and the necessity of proper gear and clothing. They share insights on navigation, water management, and cultural perspectives on survival skills, emphasizing the need for preparation and awareness in winter conditions. In this conversation, the speakers delve into the challenges and skills associated with

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60:34

EP 23 Blades - Knives, Saws, & Axes for Survival and...

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2025/05/20

In this episode of the Skillist Podcast, hosts Brad and Matt delve into the world of cutting tools, discussing various types of knives, saws, and hatchets. They explore what makes a good survival knife, the efficiency of different cutting tools, and the importance of craftsmanship in knife making. The conversation also touches on the practical applications of machetes and the ongoing debate between saws and axes for outdoor survival. Throughout the discussion, the hosts share personal

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68:56

Skillist Podcast EP 22 Navigation for Survival (Dont...

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2025/05/06

In this episode of the Skillist Podcast, hosts Matt Corradino and Brad Salon delve into the essential skill of navigation, discussing its importance for safety in the wilderness and how it intertwines with naturalist knowledge. They explore various techniques for improving navigation skills, including understanding maps, terrain association, and the significance of cardinal directions. The conversation emphasizes the need for practical navigation tools, the role of memory in navigation, and

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75:03

Skillist Podcast EP 20 Flint Knapping History (What...

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2025/04/22

In this episode of the Skillist Podcast, hosts Matt Corradino and Brad Salon delve into the fascinating world of flint knapping, exploring its historical significance, the challenges of archaeological dating, and the complexity of techniques involved. They discuss the evolution of human intelligence in relation to stone tools, the differences in learning processes between past and present, and the spiritual aspects of craftsmanship. The conversation highlights the intricate relationship

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80:17

Skillist Podcast EP 18 Survival Trips (How to test...

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2025/04/12

In this episode of the Skillist Podcast, hosts Matt Corradino and Brad Salon delve into the nuances of survival trips, emphasizing the importance of practical experience in survival skills. They discuss the balance between learning and practicing essential skills like shelter building, water sourcing, and food procurement, while also highlighting the mental resilience required in survival situations. The conversation explores the significance of local knowledge and the need for structured

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60:17

EP 17 Common Mistakes Survival and Primitive Skills...

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2025/04/02

In our 17th Episode Brad Salon of the Roots School and Matt Corradino of Caribbean Earth Skills talk about common mistakes we and other students we teach make when approaching learning the skills. Both in short classes and over a long time there are a lot of mistakes you can avoid to save yourself time and grief. Let us know your thoughts in the comments or future topics you'd like to hear us discuss!Check out Matt at https://www.caribbeanearthskills.com/Check out Brad at

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68:49

Skillist EP 16 Making Babies with Ruth Ann Colby...

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2025/03/26

In our 16th Episode of the podcast we finally have our first guest, Ruth Ann Colby Martin. Ruth Ann was an instructor at the Tracker School in the early 2000's when Matt and I attended our Standard courses (the basic intro class). Since then she has gone on to become a midwife, a midwife instructor, an author, mother, and speaker. In this episode expect to learn what she thinks about the connections between tracking, awareness, survival, and helping to deliver babies. Her thoughts on

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68:44

Skillist Podcast EP 15 Keeping The Fire Stoked (How...

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2025/03/24

In our 15th Episode Brad Salon of Roots School and Matt Corradino of Caribbean Earth Skills discuss how to keep the passion for skills and discipline to work on them once you have left a class or finished some kind of education. Expect to learn how to incorporate skills into your everyday life. How to progress your challenges to keep yourself facing new edges, and how to make the skills new for yourself once you have been at it for a long time.Let us know your thoughts in the comments or

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81:56

Skillist Podcast EP 14 Tropical Survival

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2025/03/24

In our 14th episode Brad Salon of the Roots School joins Matt Corradino of Caribbean Earth Skills at his home in St Croix. In this episode we talk about survival in the tropics, and cover topics such as hazards, tropes and myths of survival, and what survival used to look like here in ages past.Let us know your thoughts in the comments or future topics you'd like to hear us discuss!Check out Matt at https://www.caribbeanearthskills.com/Check out Brad at https://rootsvt.com/

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72:26

Skillist EP 13 Flint Knapping - Copper Bopper Haters...

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2025/03/24

In our 13th episode Matt Corradino of Caribbean Earth Skills and Brad Salon of Roots School talk about Flint Knapping. Expect to learn why they love to knap, what their favorite rock sources are, their opinions about tool kits, how to approach learning it and much more.Let us know your thoughts in the comments or future topics you'd like to hear us discuss!Check out Matt at https://www.caribbeanearthskills.com/Check out Brad at https://rootsvt.com/

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50:48

Skillist Podcast EP 12 Tracking Fact Vs Fiction

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2025/03/24

In our 12th episode Matt Corradino and Brad Salon talk tracking. We discuss what is hard about it, what is hard to teach about it, and where we see the lines of what is possible in the world of tracking. Expect to learn what role, if any, intuition plays in tracking, what it takes to age a track, what a "pressure release" is, and what pitfalls face people trying to learn tracking.Let us know your thoughts in the comments or future topics you'd like to hear us discuss!Check out Matt at

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65:54

Skillist Podcast EP 11 Surviving Alone (The Myth of...

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2025/03/24

In our 11th Episode Matt Corradino and Brad Salon talk about the idea of one person surviving in nature and how glamorized and unrealistic it is. Expect to learn how groups are best for survival, what skills are best done alone, how being alone has created difficulties when doing skills or in survival situations, and when being alone is ideal from our perspectives. Did you get into survival with the idea of being a lone survivor?Let us know your thoughts in the comments or future topics

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