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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. 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 maintains clean, judgment-free advice that's appropriate for all ages—prioritizing practicality over paranoia. Unlike some other preparedness podcasts, we focus on practical readiness for realistic challenges: Weather emergencies like tornadoes, hurricanes, and winter storms Power outages and water disruptions Financial preparedness and debt reduction Family communication plans Everyday carry essentials Food storage and preservation First aid and medical preparedness Much more Our Approach Hosts Mark and Krista Lawley combine decades of experience in emergency response, outdoor skills, and home resilience to deliver advice that works in real-world situations. Whether you're just starting your preparedness journey or looking to refine specific skills, our content meets you where you are with clear, actionable advice. No bunkers. No zombies. No alien invasions. Just practical prepping. Stuff happens. Stay prepared.
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We have several in the Practical Prepping Private Facebook Group and other groups who have asked about how to keep frozen and refrigerated foods safe during a power outage, so we're going to do a segment on that. We are also going through the changing of the seasons, so we are going to do a segment on Refreshing Our Every Day Carry, Car, And Bug-out Bags Mentioned in this episode: Support The Show Practical Prepping Facebook Group See the expanded episode notes Download This Episode So...
In this episode, we break down two personal everyday carry setups. Krista shares why she carries the Smith and Wesson M&P 380 Shield EZ, and Mark discusses his Springfield RDP 9mm. We also talk with Adam Baker, cofounder of ReadyFam.app, about using technology to organize emergency preparedness supplies, track expiration dates, and build a better family preparedness plan. Krista’s everyday carry handgun is the Smith and Wesson M&P 380 Shield EZ, chambered in 380 ACP. She chose it beca...
In this episode of Practical Prepping, we discuss practical inflation busting ideas to help you stretch your money and prepare for uncertain economic times. As groceries, gas, utilities, medication, and everyday essentials continue to cost more, many families are feeling real pressure on their budgets. We talk about three basic ways to deal with inflation and recession concerns: having more money, increasing income, and reducing expenses. We share realistic ideas for side gigs, budgeting, tra...
Preparedness advice often assumes there are multiple capable adults in the home, but that is not always reality. Some people live alone, and others have a spouse who may be out of town, sick, injured, caring for others, or unable to help during a crisis. In this episode, we talk about building an emergency plan that works when you are the only functioning adult available. You will learn how to create a simple check-in plan, use written checklists, arrange supplies so they are easy to reach, p...
What happens if an emergency starts while you are not home? In this episode, we discuss the often-overlooked problem of being away from your supplies when roads close, cell service slows, or your family is separated. We cover how to assess whether to stay, move nearby, or go home, and why a get-home plan is really a transportation, communication, and reunification plan. We also discuss everyday carry, vehicle kits, work bags, school pickup plans, public transit concerns, paper maps, and the h...
Today’s episode of Practical Prepping focuses on staying safe during extreme heat, especially if the air conditioner goes out or you have to be outside. We discuss practical ways to stay cooler and reduce the risk of heat-related problems. Start with hydration. Drink water regularly and avoid too much caffeine or alcohol, which can contribute to dehydration. Use battery-powered fans, handheld fans, or neck fans, and keep extra batteries ready. Cool wet towels, cooling cloths, or damp wa...
In this episode, we look at the major categories of prepping and why balance matters. Preparedness is more than food, firearms, or gear. We discuss starting with the needs that apply to nearly every emergency, including water, food, finances, first aid, sanitation, shelter, lighting, power, communications, safety, and security. We share some practical advice on avoiding debt, building emergency savings, storing shelf stable foods, purifying water, preparing get home bags, and deve...
Preparedness is not only about buying specialized gear. It is also about recognizing how everyday items can solve urgent problems when normal systems fail. In this episode, we look at ordinary office supplies and the practical survival uses hidden in desks, break rooms, mailrooms, and supply closets. From paper, tape, binder clips, and trash bags to furniture, cardboard, cleaning supplies, and electronics, this is a guide to improvisation where people actually spend much of their time. If an ...
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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. 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 maintains clean, judgment-free advice that's appropriate for all ages—prioritizing practicality over paranoia. Unlike some other preparedness podcasts, we focus on practical readiness for realistic challenges: Weather emergencies like tornadoes, hurricanes, and winter storms Power outages and water disruptions Financial preparedness and debt reduction Family communication plans Everyday carry essentials Food storage and preservation First aid and medical preparedness Much more Our Approach Hosts Mark and Krista Lawley combine decades of experience in emergency response, outdoor skills, and home resilience to deliver advice that works in real-world situations. Whether you're just starting your preparedness journey or looking to refine specific skills, our content meets you where you are with clear, actionable advice. No bunkers. No zombies. No alien invasions. Just practical prepping. Stuff happens. Stay prepared.
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