Practical Prepping Podcast

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  Emergency Communication and First Aid: GMRS Radios, IFAKs, and PFAKs 12.10.2026 21min

  Cell phones are great until service disappears, batteries die, or your group gets separated. In this episode, we explain how GMRS radios can help families, campers, off-road groups, farms, neighborhoods, and small teams stay connected during emergencies. We compare GMRS with FRS, discuss licensing, channels, repeaters, privacy codes, range expectations, and common radio types. We also cover the important difference between an IFAK and a PFAK. An IFAK is built for serious trauma and life-threa...
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  Keeping Perishable Food Safe When The Power Is Out; And Refreshing Our EDC, Car, And Bug-out Bags. 28.09.2026 30min

  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 doing a segment on that. We are also doing a segment on refreshing our everyday 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 Some links, but not all, are affiliate links that may pay us a...
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  Our Personal Everyday Carry Handgun Setups, And The ReadyFam App 21.09.2026 24min

  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 be...
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  Inflation Busting Ideas: Practical Ways to Save Money and Prepare for Inflation or Recession 14.09.2026 29min

  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...
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  Prepping for People Who Live Alone or Whose Spouse Cannot Help 07.09.2026 22min

  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...
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  What to Do When an Emergency Happens Away From Home 31.08.2026 32min

  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...
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  Extreme Heat Preparedness: How to Stay Safe and Cool During Extreme Heat 24.08.2026 15min

  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...
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  The Core Categories Every Prepper Should Cover 17.08.2026 36min

  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...
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  Survival Uses for Ordinary Office Supplies 10.08.2026 24min

  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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  Choosing the Right Generator: Gasoline, Propane, Natural Gas, Diesel, or Solar 03.08.2026 22min

  In this episode, we explore the world of home backup power and break down the essentials of generators and solar power systems. From portable solar generators to gasoline, propane, natural gas, and diesel units, we explain how each option works and what it can realistically power during an outage. We also discuss generator sizing, wattage requirements, and how to determine the right system for your home. Whether you are preparing for emergencies or simply want reliable backup power, this epis...
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  Building A 30 Day Buffer On A Budget and Handling Heat Related Illnesses 27.07.2026 27min

  If your paycheck stopped for thirty days, would your household stay steady or start scrambling by week two? If extreme heat knocked out the power, would you know how to recognize heat stroke before it turned deadly? Today we are talking about building a simple thirty day buffer on a real life budget and handling heat related illnesses the right way. Real risks. Practical steps. No drama. Mentioned In This Episode: Support Practical Prepping 72 Hour Prepping Checklist MISSION Original Co...
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  17 Overlooked Everyday Items With Real Survival Uses 13.07.2026 25min

  Walk through your house with me for a minute. That baking sheet in your oven? It’s not just for cookies, it’s a radio antenna ground plane, a cooking surface over coals, and a drying rack for seeds. That petroleum jelly in the medicine cabinet? Fire starter, skin protection, rust prevention. That five‑gallon bucket in the garage? Sanitation system, water hauler, food storage, even rain catchment. Most people see clutter. Preppers see capability. In this episode we look at 17 overlooked everyd...
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  Redneck Engineering and the Lost Art of Self Reliance 06.07.2026 31min

  What if survival is not about expensive gear but about mindset? Redneck engineering proves that resilience comes from creativity, grit, and knowing how to use what is already in your hands. When things break or systems fail, practical self reliance becomes your greatest advantage. Mentioned In This Episode: Support Practical Prepping 72 Hour Prepping Checklist Proof Vanguard Pen Use discount code "Prepper" Download this episode Redneck engineering is more than a stereotype. It is a mind...
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  Flooding Is One of America’s Deadliest Weather Hazards. These Decisions and Actions Save Lives and Property 29.06.2026 23min

  Flooding kills more Americans each year than many storms that get far more headlines. Over 100 lives are lost annually, and most of those deaths follow the same predictable pattern. The water doesn’t surprise us. Our decisions do. Today, we’re talking about why. Flooding remains one of the deadliest weather hazards in the United States. Yet most flood deaths and some flood damages are preventable, if we take the right steps. Mentioned In This Episode: ReadyFam Preparedness App S...
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  Emergency Evacuation and Getting Family Onboard in Prepping 22.06.2026 23min

  Emergency preparedness is more than checklists and supplies. It is about making critical decisions under pressure and navigating the emotions that come with them. In this episode, we look at the essentials of evacuation planning, including how to identify clear triggers for leaving, choose multiple evacuation routes, create a family communication plan, and understand your sheltering options. We also cover special considerations for pets, medical needs, and disaster specific risks, along with ...
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  Get-Home Bag Food Guide: Lightweight, Heat-Stable, Ready-to-Eat Options 15.06.2026 20min

  A get home bag is designed to get you home within 24 to 72 hours. It is not a long term survival kit. The goal is simple. Carry efficient fuel that supports movement, not full meals that slow you down. Every item in your bag should earn its place. Mentioned In This Episode: ReadyFam Preparedness App Use code:: Practical20 Support Practical Prepping 72 Hour Prepping Checklist Mainstay Emergency Food Rations (Coast Guard Approved Rations) Datrex Emergency Rations (Coast Guard Approved Ra...
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  Power Outage, Gas Savings, and Forgotten Small Things 08.06.2026 23min

  This episode has three segments: Building A Lights Out Kit, Paying Less At The Gas Pump, and Often Forgotten Small Things. Mentioned In This Episode: ReadyFam Preparedness App Support Practical Prepping 72 Hour Prepping Checklist Download this episode If you find value in what we do, if you've learned something new, gotten an idea for something you need to do, been entertained, or just like Krista's Southern charm, would you be willing to give back a little? You can do that one of sever...
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  12 Military Principles That Improve Our Preparedness Plan 01.06.2026 25min

  What can preppers learn from the military? In this episode, we look at 12 proven military principles that can strengthen your preparedness plan. From logistics and redundancy to teamwork, fitness, and mental resilience, these lessons will help you move beyond collecting gear and start building a system that actually works when it matters most. Mentioned In This Episode: Financially Confident Christian Support Practical Prepping Download this episode If you find value in what we do...
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  Road Trip Readiness: Preparing Your Vehicle for Travel 18.05.2026 29min

  If you were stuck on the side of the road, or hung up in stand-still traffic for three hours this summer, would you be comfortable… or suffering? Most people assume they’re fine, until they’re not. Krista sat alone for five hours due to an earlier wreck on one trip, and we sat for a couple of hours on another trip, We'll tell you about those adventures (or misadventures). Today, we’re talking about how to prepare your vehicle before you start off on your road trip. Mentioned...
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  The Six Most Frequently Asked Prepping Questions 11.05.2026 19min

  Today we are talking about six of the most frequently asked prepping questions, the ones that I see in our inbox, or that are asked in prepping groups, again and again. If you are just getting started or even if you have been at this for years, you have probably asked at least one of these yourself. Mentioned in this episode: Featured Items Page - Gear Episode #542- The Top Three High Probability Emergencies To Prepare For First Episode #491 - Risk Assessment Reality Check; Commo...