# Cabin Progress, Surprise Tariffs, and the Alien Distraction Machine | Episode 876

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Podcast: [The LOTS Project Morning Show](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-lots-project-morning-show-4465434)
Published: 2026-02-23T13:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://thelotsproject.com
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## Resource

In Episode 876 of The LOTS Project Morning Show , Brian checks in with real-world progress (cabin work), real-world costs (a surprise tariff bill), and the real-world circus (aliens/UAPs hitting the headlines again right when other stories get spicy). What’s inside: Cabin update: redoing house wrap, finishing window prep, and planning temporary steps Wood stove parts from Canada… delivered first, billed later (tariff surprise via FedEx) Supreme Court ruling on broad tariffs + the “magic wand” policy problem Aliens/UAPs: what changes if it’s true… and why it might be the point Bitcoin Guessing Game: Bitcoin was $66,190 at 6:14am (Feb 23, 2026) — and next week’s guess is $69,696 . Partners / Sponsor Links: Signature Solar: https://signaturesolar.com/?ref=LOTS Blockstream (Jade / Jade Plus): https://rewards.blockstream.com/thelotsproject Fold: https://use.foldapp.com/r/FANEWETX Comfrey Roots: https://comfreyroots.com Food Forest Farms Coffee: Https://foodforestfarms.com — Code LOTS10 (10% off) Affiliate Disclosure: Some links may be affiliate links. If you purchase through them, I may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.

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