In part two of the dialogue with Nat Sellers, aka “The Preparedness Guy,” the guys discuss an interesting topic in terms of preparedness. What is the moral responsibility of helping others? If others fail to plan ahead, do you share with them? How much do you share with them? Would you be putting your family at risk by giving up your precious resources? All that and more in this episode of DisasterClass. Nat Sellers is a professional emergency manager, survival enthusiast, and former combat medic. They also discuss the term “prepper” and how it has become a stigma in recent years, however in reality, preppers can be a force for good and an asset in times of crisis. Connect with Nat at www.preparednessguy.com or on instagram @thepreparednessguy Make sure to check out Nat’s new podcast, “Preparedness Works.” You can find it wherever you listen to podcasts or at www.thereadinesslab.com/preparedness-works

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If you follow any kind of preparedness-based pages on social media, you’ve likely run into this week’s special guest. Jason and Wesley talk with Nat Sellers, aka “The Preparedness Guy,” about all things preparedness. In part one of their conversation, Nat talks about a new podcast on the Readiness Lab network, in which he is the host, “Preparedness Works.” Nat Sellers is a professional emergency manager, survival enthusiast, and former combat medic. They also discuss the term “prepper” and how it has become a stigma in recent years, however in reality, preppers can be a force for good and an asset in times of crisis. Connect with Nat at www.preparednessguy.com or on instagram @thepreparednessguy Make sure to check out Nat’s new podcast, “Preparedness Works.” You can find it wherever you listen to podcasts or at www.thereadinesslab.com/preparedness-works

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When disaster strikes specialized search and rescue teams are deployed to search and care for victims. These operatives need to be completely self-sufficient as they perform their missions. In this episode, Jason & Wesley talk to Rick Cummins, and experienced paramedic and search & rescue operative. Rick shares his tips and insight into being prepared for the worst. Rick has been deployed to some of the most devastating disasters in U.S. history, including Hurricane Katrina. He is also the Director of Operations and Lead Instructor for Flood Rescue Academy and Paramedic Captain for Special Operations, Hamilton EMS. Connect with Rick at https://floodrescueacademy.org by email at [email protected], or on social media @floodrescueacademy

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When disaster strikes specialized search and rescue teams are deployed to search and care for victims. These operatives need to be completely self-sufficient as they perform their missions. In this episode, Jason & Wesley talk to Rick Cummins, and experienced paramedic and search & rescue operative. Rick shares his tips and insight into being prepared for the worst.Rick has been deployed to some of the most devastating disasters in U.S. history, including Hurricane Katrina. He is also the Director of Operations and Lead Instructor for Flood Rescue Academy and Paramedic Captain for Special Operations, Hamilton EMS. Connect with Rick at https://floodrescueacademy.org , by email at [email protected],  or on social media @floodrescueacademy This episode is sponsored by Sawyer ProductsSawyer Products offer the best, most technologically advanced solutions for protection against sun, bugs, water & injuries–everything from water filtration systems to insect repellents. So, if you’re at work, at home, or at play- make sure you check out Sawyer Products at sawyer.comInstinct Ready DisasterClass is brought to you by Instinct Ready, whose mission is to educate, prepare, and equip the everyday person for disasters through comprehensive education and premium products. DisasterClass listeners can get 10% off sitewide at instinctready.com with promo code DisasterClass. Shop items like the U-PAK pro, the most versatile, practical, and functional 72-hour survival system available. Or learn how to plan for disasters with the Community Emergency Planning online course. Visit www.instinctready.com today, because preparedness starts at home.

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There are so many different ways to start a fire, and so many opinions on which way is best. After trying out several different fire starting tools, Jason and Wesley are convinced that they found the easiest option. On this episode of DisasterClass, Jason and Wesley interview Mike Beyrodt, the inventory of Pull Start Fire. This amazing fire starting tool is unlike anything Jason or Wesley have ever seen. Before recording this episode the guys test out the Pull Start Fire to see if it really holds up to the claims. Click the link below to watch the full test videohttps://youtu.be/MVugETgcgWMWant to try out Pull Start Fire for yourself? Visit the link below.https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=2005813&u=3313418&m=124282&urllink=&afftrack=This episode is sponsored by Sawyer ProductsSawyer Products offer the best, most technologically advanced solutions for protection against sun, bugs, water & injuries–everything from insect repellents to water filtration.  The filters are used in disaster situations all around the world, so whether you are in the backcountry or in the backyard, check out www.sawyer.com to learn more.Instinct Ready DisasterClass is brought to you by Instinct Ready, whose mission is to educate, prepare, and equip the everyday person for disasters through comprehensive education and premium products. DisasterClass listeners can get 10% off sitewide at instinctready.com with promo code DisasterClass. Shop items like the U-PAK pro, the most versatile, practical, and functional 72-hour survival system available. Or learn how to plan for disasters with the Community Emergency Planning online course. Visit www.instinctready.com today, because preparedness starts at home.

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It’s time for everyone’s favorite subject–food! Well, it’s at least Jason and Wesley’s favorite subject. However, when it comes to a disaster setting, how much food should you be preparing? As the guys find out, what comes in a lot of premade kits is nowhere near sufficient. In this episode, Jason and Wesley talk about food prep and even taste test some Mountain House Biscuits and Gravy.Mountain House does not sponsor DisasterClass (we wouldn’t mind if they did) but the guys do indeed love their stuff. Below is a link where you can purchase some Mountain House freeze-dried food.https://amzn.to/3qVl2TdDon’t forget to enter to win a free pouch of Mountain House. Comment on the DisasterClass podcast social media pages about what your favorite “survival” food is.This episode is sponsored by Sawyer ProductsSawyer Products offer the best, most technologically advanced solutions for protection against sun, bugs, water & injuries–everything from water filtration systems to insect repellents. So, if you’re at work, at home, or at play- make sure you check out Sawyer Products at sawyer.comInstinct Ready DisasterClass is brought to you by Instinct Ready, whose mission is to educate, prepare, and equip the everyday person for disasters through comprehensive education and premium products. DisasterClass listeners can get 10% off sitewide at instinctready.com with promo code DisasterClass. Shop items like the U-PAK pro, the most versatile, practical, and functional 72-hour survival system available. Or learn how to plan for disasters with the Community Emergency Planning online course. Visit www.instinctready.com today, because preparedness starts at home.

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September is national preparedness month and we are challenging you to do just one thing this month to be better prepared. In this episode, Jason and Wesley explore Ready.gov, the official community-centered website of FEMA, the Federal Emergency Management Agency. There, they find some free useful resources that you can use right away to increase your readiness.

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It’s time for part-two of the interview with meteorologist Cheryl Nelson. Cheryl discusses the value of planning ahead along with practical suggestions of what to put in your disaster kit. Preparing for an emergency is not as hard as you think. As Jason and Wesley learn, it’s a lot easier than forecasting the weather. Listen as Cheryl also describes a chilling story of her coverage of a tornado outbreak in Virginia. Cheryl is an award-winning TV host and an AMS certified broadcast meteorologist, lifestyle/natural disaster preparedness expert with two decades of experience, appearing on Fox News, BBC World News, CNBC, and the weather channel, just to name a few. She is also the founder and owner of Prepare With Cher, LLC. Learn more about Cheryl at www.preparewithcher.com or by connecting with her on social media @cherylnelsontv.

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You cancel your plans because the forecast calls for snow, but all that happens is a few flurries. Sound familiar? Yeah, we get it. It can be frustrating when the forecast is off, but have you ever stopped to think of what it takes to forecast the weather? What can you do to increase your weather literacy? Get the inside scoop from professional meteorologist Cheryl Nelson.Cheryl is an award-winning TV host and an AMS certified broadcast meteorologist, lifestyle/natural disaster preparedness expert with two decades of experience, appearing on Fox News, BBC World News, CNBC, and the weather channel, just to name a few. She is also the founder and owner of Prepare With Cher, LLC. Learn more about Cheryl at www.preparewithcher.com or by connecting with her on social media @cherylnelsontv.

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