Practical Prepping Podcast
Practical Prepping Podcast Real solutions for real emergencies—no apocalypse required.The Practical Prepping Podcast cuts through the noise of extreme doomsday scenarios to focus on what actually matters: simple, actionable steps that help everyday people safeguard their families and lifestyles. Why Listen?Knowledge Over Gear: "The more you know, the less you have to carry." We emphasize skills that lighten your load because the right know-how beats an overloaded bug-out bag every time.Real Threats, Real Solutions: From power outages to wildfires, snowstorms to supply shortages, we tackle the emergencies you're most likely to face.Family-Friendly Content: Our podcast main...
Strategic Storage vs. Stuff Syndrome: The Real Difference Between Prepping and Hoarding
Remember the 2020 toilet paper apocalypse? Everyone blamed preppers for "hoarding," but here's the twist — we already had our supplies and weren't panic buying.
So what's the real difference between prepping and hoarding?
Today we're diving into why one saves your bacon and the other just creates chaos.
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Free and Cheap Date Nights, Plus Low-Cost Prepping Activities
We were asked, "What do you two do for free or cheap date nights?" and, "What are some no-cost or low-cost prepping activities?" So, in this episode, we’re sharing fun ways to have a budget-friendly date night, and 12 prepping activities that won’t break the bank. Whether you’re looking for affordable ways to spend time with loved ones or inexpensive ways to improve your preparedness, we’ve got you covered!
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"Survival Essentials: Terrorist Attack Response & Twelve Disasterous Prepper Fails"
In this episode, we examine the disturbing trend of increasingly frequent and aggressive terrorist attacks worldwide—from knife assaults to the recent Boulder incident involving Molotov cocktails and homemade flamethrowers. Learn practical steps to protect yourself and your loved ones, plus discover 12 common prepper mistakes you might be making without realizing it.
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"The Science of Hiding In Plain Sight: Making Your Valuables Invisible"
According to data from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and other crime statistics sources, Approximately 1 million residential burglaries are reported annually in the United States.
This averages out to about 2,740 burglaries per day nationwide.
Most burglaries last 8 to 10 minutes, with burglars looking for quick, easy-to-access valuables like cash, jewelry, firearms, and electronics.
Today, we are going to learn ways to make our stuff harder for burglars to find, as well as keeping nosy visitors from knowing what we have, as we talk a...
"Escape the Flames And Avoid Travel Disasters: Home Fire Safety and Travel Preparedness"
"Imagine waking up in the middle of the night to the smell of smoke and the sound of alarms—would your family know what to do? Too many house fires happen where not everyone makes it out safely, often because they weren’t prepared.
Now, picture being stranded on the side of the road during a trip, miles from help, with no tools or plan to get moving again. During my time in law enforcement, I saw this happen far too often.
On today’s episode, we’re tackling both of these topics: how to prepare...
“Leaked FEMA Report Raises Concerns About Hurricane Readiness, But You Can Be Ready Even If They Aren’t"
The recent revelations from a leaked FEMA document raises concerns about the agency’s readiness for hurricane season. We discuss how you can prepare for hurricanes with practical tips and actionable steps. From understanding warning terms to building an emergency kit, we cover everything you need to know to stay safe and ready.
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Practical Uses for Empty Medicine Bottles, Ten More Superfoods, And A Review Of The Springfield Hellcat RDP 9mm
Empty medicine bottles can be incredibly useful for preppers due to their durability, compact size, and waterproof properties, and most of us build a supply of them over time.
You do keep the empties, don’t you?
After this episode, you’ll know many ways you can use them, and with a little imagination, you’ll discover many more.
And then we're going to do a gear review a range report on a handgun. The Springfield Hellcat, RDP 9mm. It's a MicroComp that is great for everyday carry and for having fun at the range...
"Practical Prepping vs. Doomsday Prepping: Finding the Middle Ground"
We dive deep into the world of prepping by comparing practical prepping and doomsday prepping. We define these approaches, highlight their differences, and explore how to find a balanced middle ground.
Whether you're preparing for everyday disruptions or catastrophic events, this discussion will help you assess your needs, resources, and goals.
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“Plinking, Packing & Prepping, The Hidden World of .22 Caliber Rounds”
Have you ever wondered why there are so many .22 caliber rounds, or did you think a 22 is a 22 is a 22. Well, they're not. There are at least a dozen 22 caliber rounds available, all for different purposes, and we'll dig into that today.
Second, we are going to do a gear review on something that I have been carrying for a couple of months, and a new company we've found.
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Optimizing Your Bug-In Location
"While bug-out bags get all the glory, statistics show that in most emergency scenarios, you'll be sheltering in your residence, so We're talking about “Optimizing Your Bug-In Location” How can we make where we live better in case we have to bug in?
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Getting Family On-Board With Prepping, Eight EDC Essentials, and Emergency Water Purification
Today, you’ll learn ways to get family members on board with practical preparedness. If your loved ones roll their eyes at your prepping discussions or think you're being paranoid, you're not alone. We provide real solutions to help you communicate the importance of being prepared without causing conflict.
We also cover two more essential topics: Eight Must-Have Items for Your EDC Bag: you’ll learn practical items that everyone should have on hand for daily emergencies.
We also cover Making Contaminated Water Safe to Drink: You’ll learn simple...
"Fifteen Often Overlooked Prepping Essentials; Life-Saving First Aid; and Prepping Strategies for Urban Dwellers"
In today’s information-packed episode, we explore three critical segments designed to enhance your preparedness skills and strategies. From overlooked prepping essentials to life-saving first aid techniques and urban-specific survival planning, this episode is filled with actionable advice to help you stay ready for any emergency.
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"Prepping Under Pressure: Tornado Preps & Mental Resilience Hacks"
Cultivating a survival mindset is necessary for staying calm, focused, and resilient in emergencies. This mindset doesn’t develop overnight, but with consistent effort and practice, you can condition yourself to face challenges with confidence.
Today we are going to cover four segments. We have "Mental Preparedness for Preppers part 2". We also have segments on tornado season, avoiding scams, and a gear review.
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Mental Preparedness for Preppers
Cultivating a survival mindset is necessary for staying calm, focused, and resilient in emergencies. This mindset doesn’t develop overnight, but with consistent effort and practice, you can condition yourself to face challenges with confidence.
Today we are going to cover not only Mental Preparedness for preppers, but we have segments on recognizing signs of danger when in public and another on first aid. Bonus! We also have a listener question to answer.
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Dental Care for Preppers
In this interview, we take a deep dive into dental care in the face of possible non-availability of the dentist.
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A Milestone Episode: What Has Practical Prepping Podcast Done For You?
Today we celebrate 500 episodes by celebrating our listeners.
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"The Perfect EDC Bag: Choosing Your Everyday Carry Items"
Everyone carries something with them every day. Most people carry keys, identification, phone, and cash/debit card at a minimum. But there are a number of other things that we, as practical preppers, should have with us for all those things that come up throughout the day. That is what we are talking about every day carry, or EDC.
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Epic Snow In The South: Are YOU Prepared To Be Snowed In?
Recently, parts of the country have experienced historical snowfalls in areas not accustomed to snow. We're talking about Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, and Florida. What lessons can we learn to be better prepared for unexpected snowstorms.
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Fourteen Often Forgotten Prepping Items: Essential Additions to Your Emergency Kit
Do you ever run across something and think, "I never thought of that. I need to add that to my prepping, or I need to add that to my get home bag? That's what we are going to talk about today. Fourteen often forgotten items for prepping.
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"Whatever The Weather: Ways To Stay Informed About Your Weather"
Winter Storm Blair has been making its way to the Southern and Eastern United States after having barreled her way across the Midwest. We watch several different weather programs on our computers, tablets, and phones to gain information; what are the ways YOU find out what the weather is doing where YOU are? There's lots of options, and we'll talk about that on today's show.
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"How Do We Avoid The Prepper Burnout Trap And Find Our Balance? "
Did you experience the Christmas overload?
There's just so much to do, and so many places to be, and If we're not careful, we can become overwhelmed and burn out.
It's the same way with our preparedness. It can become overwhelming and cause us to burn out.
Today we are going to talk about "How Do We Avoid The Prepper Burnout Trap And Find Our Balance? "
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A look back, a look forward, and something special for Christmas.
We've been working on goals for 2025, and to do that we have to look back at 2024.
You can't know how to get where you want to go unless you know where you are.
Today we take a look back, a look forward, and something special for Christmas.
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"The Cozy Chronicles: A Low-Tech Guide for Staying Warm During Winter Power Outages"
We covered building a vehicle bag to be prepared when out and about.
We talked about building a 72 hour kit for home.
Today, we are going to discuss ways we can keep our family warm when the power goes out in winter.
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"Risk Assessment Reality Check: Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them"
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Risk Assessment Reality Check - Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
While many preppers invest thousands of dollars in tactical gear and supplies, they often miss the most statistically likely emergencies they'll face in their lifetime.
Join us as we explore the common pitfalls of risk assessment and learn how to build a preparation strategy based on real-world probabilities rather than fear."
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Ready Set Go: Building Your 72-Hour Emergency Kit
Last week we talked about being roadside ready by building a vehicle emergency kit. Today, we are going to talk about a kit for your home.
Ready dot gov recommends we be self sufficient for three days.
One govt official said, after a hurricane a few years ago, "The first 72 are on you."
In the early '60s, a Civil Defense program called, Grandma's Pantry asked everyone to be prepared for at least seven days.
Hurricane Helene in Western North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee showed us that we may need a...
Roadside Ready: Building the Ultimate Vehicle Emergency Kit
We've seen and heard horror stories of people stranded in their vehicles for extended periods of time during winter storm events. We know there is always the possibility we will face other emergencies while we are in our vehicles.
Today we are discussing building the ultimate vehicle emergency kit.
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Getting Through Christmas Without Going Broke
Today, we have an interview with Ralph Estep, Jr where we discuss getting through Christmas without going broke,
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Prepping Gone Wrong: Common Mistakes And How To Avoid Them
Are you concerned that you may have holes in your prepping efforts? Many people do, and often find out when they have a need after a tornado, hurricane, wildfire, or other event. That's what we are covering today, common prepping mistakes and how to avoid them.
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"From Go-Bags to Gas Cans: Essential Disaster Supplies Needed, As Reported After The Hurricanes"
After Hurricanes Helene and Milton, we began seeing first person accounts of items that people saw in short supply, things they wish they had, and things they wish they had done. Today's episode is based on some of those accounts.
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"When Cell Phones Fail: Reliable Alternatives for Disaster Communication"
In this episode, Mark dives deep into the critical topic of emergency communications, especially after the impacts of Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton. The discussion focuses on alternative communication methods when traditional cell phone services fail, providing listeners with valuable insights and options to prepare for emergencies.
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"Prepping Perspectives: Controversial Questions Every Prepper Faces"
Controversial Opinions in the Prepper Community
In this episode, we dive into some of the most debated and controversial opinions within the prepper community. From the best strategies for surviving emergencies to the role of government and community in a crisis, we break down both sides of these hot-button topics. Whether you're a seasoned prepper or just getting started, this episode will challenge your assumptions and broaden your perspective on preparedness.
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Ten Medicinal Plants And Herbs, Along With Their Uses And Common Methods Of Preparation
In this episode, we discuss the rise of COVID and flu cases and share ten medicinal plants and herbs that can help boost your immune system. These herbs not only help combat these viruses but also have additional health benefits.
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When the Heart Stops: Administering CPR and Using an AED
In this episode, we discuss a critical topic that could save lives: what to do when someone's heart stops.
Have you ever wondered what you would do if someone near you had a heart attack? Would you know how to perform CPR or use an AED (automated external defibrillator)?
We dive deep into the importance of these life-saving techniques, the basics of how to use an AED, and why even untrained individuals should step in during an emergency.
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Prepping on a Budget: Cost Effective Ways To Build Your Prepper Supplies Without Breaking the Bank
Does it feel like there just isn't enough money to do prepping the way you'd like? Does it just feel too costly to build your supply?
Today we're talking about prepping on a budget, cost effective ways to build your prepper supplies.
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Essential Cybersecurity Tips: Protecting Yourself Online.
On today’s episode, we have an interview with Dr Craig Van Slyke, the Mike McCallister Eminent Scholar Chair in Information Systems at Louisiana Tech University.
Craig shares with us a number of tips that we can use to protect ourselves from cybersecurity attacks, most of which cost us no money.
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Looking at the history and effetiveness of the Victory Gardens of WWI and WWII
Today, we are talking about Victory Gardens from WWI and WWII.
This was a topic suggested by one of our listeners and it has been interesting researching Victory Gardens and we believe you will enjoy this episode.
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One Hundred Non-food Items To Stock For Prepping, (Part 4)
Today, Krista concludes her series on "One Hundred Non-food Items To Stock For Prepping" (Part 4)
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Ways To Stay Cool If The Air Conditioner Is Out
It Is HOT! It's hot where we are and it's likely hot where you are. What happens if the air conditioner goes out? What can we do to stay cool, or at least not so miserably hot?
We'll talk about that on today's episode.
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Preparing For And Recovering From Floods
Recently, we have seen a number of areas across the country being deluged with massive floods, including a major highway being washed out in the Tetons.
Last episode, we covered hurricanes, and that was a very timely episode considering that Beryl has become a category four hurricane, and you know what comes with every hurricane - flooding.
This episode has Information that will help you before, during, and after a flood.
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