My journey from the United States to Australia in 2013 unexpectedly revealed a disturbing global pattern—China's methodical influence extending far beyond what most people realize. Standing beneath unfamiliar southern hemisphere stars, I began noticing concerning signs that have only grown more relevant in today's geopolitical landscape.

During my time in Perth, I witnessed firsthand how China had strategically positioned itself within Australian society. From the government-controlled media landscape to the normalized surveillance in homes that nobody questioned, I observed a population unaware of their gradually eroding sovereignty. China's systematic purchase of Australian resources through million-dollar citizenship programs created dependencies so severe that when COVID disrupted supply chains, Australians couldn't even access basic necessities without Chinese imports.

The most alarming aspects of China's global strategy became evident when I observed their actions in the South China Sea—constructing artificial islands to expand territorial claims, then simply laughing off international court rulings against them. This blatant disregard for global norms continues today, alongside other concerning activities: purchasing farmland near US military installations, flooding countries with fentanyl, and developing surveillance technologies that extend their reach worldwide. These aren't random events but calculated moves in a long-term strategy that doesn't require traditional warfare to achieve dominance.

As we navigate increasingly complex global tensions, understanding China's playbook becomes essential. Their alternative approach to global influence—buying rather than invading, monitoring rather than confronting—creates vulnerabilities that most citizens never see until it's too late. Subscribe to the Surviving Changes podcast for more insights on these critical issues, and download the Backyard Gardener app to take one small step toward greater self-sufficiency in an uncertain world.

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A pivotal moment has arrived for the Surviving Changes podcast as we transition into a new chapter. After circling the globe with faith as my compass, I've finally landed in Puerto Rico – but not without one last thrilling escape from Mexico that involved an epic cross-country Uber ride and some dangerously close encounters with cartel leadership.

Upon touchdown in San Juan, reality hit hard when my expired passport triggered alerts about outstanding warrants. Picture this: surrounded by customs officials, a service dog at my side, and my heart pounding as I contemplated whether I'd be detained or released. The strategic conversation that followed – gently reminding officials they might not want to get entangled in an upcoming RICO lawsuit – proved crucial to my freedom. Sometimes knowing when to stand your ground makes all the difference between captivity and liberty.

The emotional weight of Puerto Rico has been both healing and haunting. The beaches where friends lost their lives during hurricanes serve as constant reminders of nature's power. Finding the perfect home – close enough to enjoy the sunset views but safely elevated from tsunami threats – marks another milestone in this journey of survival and resilience. Meanwhile, legal battles have been fought and won from afar, demonstrating that sometimes the art of war means choosing your battlefield carefully rather than charging headlong into every fight.

As the podcast evolves, you'll find more structured content across platforms like Rumble, YouTube and TikTok under "I am Heidi Hunt." While some journey-related episodes will require a modest subscription (half the price of a coffee!), my commitment to sharing these stories remains unwavering. Join me as we transform these global adventures into meaningful conversations about survival, faith, and the courage to embrace change when everything around you demands it.

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The line between safety and danger can dissolve in an instant. What began as a flourishing tour boat business in beautiful Cabo San Lucas rapidly descended into a desperate fight for survival against a network of Mason-affiliated grifters with dangerous cartel connections.

When a seemingly friendly couple wearing Zag shirts appeared in my life, I immediately recognized the setup. These weren't random expatriates looking for friendship – they were scouts for a sophisticated operation that targeted tourists and long-term visitors. Their system was brilliant in its simplicity: rent properties equipped with hidden cameras, capture compromising behavior, then blackmail or rob their victims before forcing them out.

Playing along while secretly gathering evidence became my daily reality. While Stan, a 33rd-degree Mason, regularly invaded my apartment stealing alcohol and manipulating my food, he had no idea my old phones were recording his every move. When Jill and Brian offered me "security cameras" connected to their account, they never suspected I had installed my own independent system.

The dangerous game escalated when I confronted Stan with video evidence. Rather than backing down, the group enlisted my trusted business associate Nacho – a man I'd helped for years. His offer to connect me with cartel contacts at the police station seemed like salvation until he mysteriously "lost" the critical evidence after filing reports. The betrayal became undeniable when he arrived at my door with unseen accomplices waiting in the parking lot.

My escape required abandoning nearly everything, paying $6,000 for an Uber to take my dog and me across Mexico, from Cabo to La Paz, by ferry to Mazatlan, and eventually to Cancun where we caught a flight to Puerto Rico. Those days of silent travel, unable to communicate with my driver due to language barriers, represented the thin line between freedom and becoming another disappeared expatriate.

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Have you ever felt watched, targeted, or silenced by forces more powerful than yourself? This raw, unfiltered account reveals how I turned the tables on what I call the "Deep State" using nothing but strategic thinking, careful planning, and $12 a month.

From a thriving tour business in Cabo bringing in $10,000-$12,000 weekly to discovering mysterious tax liens following me across continents, my journey exposes the lengths to which coordinated groups will go to silence those who challenge them. When I discovered hearings about my finances were being scheduled without my knowledge and documentation conveniently arriving only after these hearings concluded, I knew I needed an unconventional approach to regain control.

My solution? Creating dozens of what I call "ghetto dead man switches" – evidence buried in various locations as insurance against those who might wish to silence me. This evidence included what I refer to as the "naughty police officer database" and documentation of other incidents that proved powerful enough to make shadowy forces reconsider their approach. The turning point came when I launched this very podcast, triggering an immediate IRS audit claiming I owed $360,000, which ultimately gave me the opportunity to confront those I believe were orchestrating my troubles.

The strategic confrontation worked. By making it clear I had evidence that could implicate many people and threatening a RICO lawsuit that would draw unwanted attention, I managed to get the fabricated liens removed and my passport issues resolved. While I believe I remain on watchlists, the harassment has drastically reduced – no more break-ins, no direct intimidation, just distant observation. My experience offers valuable lessons for anyone facing seemingly insurmountable opposition: sometimes creating multiple failsafes and strategically revealing information is more effective than direct confrontation. Want to learn more about navigating complex power dynamics? Subscribe now and join me on this journey of survival and strategic resistance.

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So, the powers that be are worried that I am going to expose them in this podcast. That was not my original intention but I was canceled in 2013 so I understand this game very well. I started the Surviving Changes Podcast on March 5 and received a 10 year tax audit on March 25th.

It could end up being an interesting Season 2 of the Surviving Changes Podcast. Stay tuned!

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Well, welcome back. I hope you’ve been surviving as we have been a part. I’m Heidi and this is the Surviving Changes Podcast. As you know I've been chasing down the usual suspects and I had hoped to do some interviews with fabulous people I’ve met from all over the world that I have met in my travels. I had naturally assumed they were surviving the changes they were facing in this ever changing world regardless of where or what those challenges were.

I told you a few months ago that I believe loyalty is key to any relationship, including ours. In order to stay loyal to our purpose I have no choice but to tell you I haven't found any of the people I’d hoped to interview in the condition I expected except Mark. Mark was in Cabo over my birthday and we did remember to turn on the mic a couple of times but we didn’t make it a priority to so you’re stuck with me until he gets back to Cabo. Don’t worry, he will be back plenty to talk about his journey moving forward from an 11% chance of surviving cancer to beating that sum bitch. He will be key to our surviving using healing energy episodes. You get plenty of Mark then.

For now, there is no plan to interview anyone who I can’t in good conscience tell you is surviving this crap to school you on it.I did, however, interact quite closely with people who were literally in isolation. I promise the skills they used surviving a year of never going outside at Snohomish County jail will be useful to you. The time I spent roaming this earth alone using nothing more than my hands, feet and brain taught me a few things too. Regardless of circumstance there are some common themes and patterns that I have found when dealing with people who survive isolation well.

My friend Terry Lutz got 46 years on some bs charges about the same time I had been assaulted and he was the third driving factor of why I continued with law school and became a lawyer. I was going to get him free after I could. It was about three years into practice. I was licensed up to the 9th circuit and could help him but by the time I said Terry it’s time to work on your case he told me not to. He said that he couldn’t make it in the world because he had never seen something like a cell phone or use the internet or anything like that. He pretty much ran the prison at that time, love Terry, he taught me a lot! But he also wanted to stay isolated from the outside world and that shocked me. I knew how much he loved his Harley. He made a chain to wear his exhaust pipe around his neck like a chain necklace. I learned so much about the world from Terry and even though he isn’t here with us now I’m positive if you stick around you’ll find some useful stuff that you can apply in your part of the world. We will see how this thing goes as it goes.

My dad didn’t give me a lot of advice but the advice he gave me was pretty accurate. I can hear him say, “Heidi, the only plan you can plan is that the plan will change. Plan on that.” So, at least for now the plan is to wing like we are on day three of a five day trial and pray like hell it all works out. Stick around, this is one cut stuff but I’ll try to make it fun cut stuff that you find useful. I’m Heidi and this is the beginning of Season 2 of the surviving changes podcast. Get your friends and I’ll meet you back here soon.

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In this episode we talk about the many kinds of isolation that we sometimes find ourselves in. These include physical isolation, mental isolation and financial isolation. Spend 15 minutes learning how to adapt to these kinds of isolation from real people who have been there.

GUESTS- Mark with his mom in nursing home, Jamie Ray in Puerto Rico hurricane, a few people who have done time, DJ Doughboy, and special guests.

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