Practical Prepping Podcast

When it comes to preparedness, it’s easy to get distracted by shiny gear and high-tech gadgets. But here’s the truth: batteries die, circuits fry, and the grid can go dark without warning. Real preparedness is about resilience. In this episode, we’ll cover three practical areas of prepping you can strengthen today.

Evaluating your core preps for bugging in, Leaning on low-tech solutions when the gadgets fail, and Building situational awareness - the invisible skill that keeps you ahead of danger. 

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Getting Started In Prepping and Building A 72-Hour Emergency Kit Workshop

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We've long touted being the "Practical Prepping" folks, and today's show is as practical as it gets; using common, everyday items for emergency preparedness. How many of these ordinary products are in YOUR house?

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Four reasons why we prep that you can share with friends and family to encourage them to prep.

We will be offering a live Zoom workshop on September 4, 2025, at 7:00 pm CDT.  We'll be teaching "Getting started in prepping and building your 72 hour emergency kit" and we'll be having a question and answer session afterward.

The workshop will be only $7, and registration will open on Friday, August 14th.  Go to practicalprepping.info/workshop to add your name to the waiting list to be notified when registration opens.

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Have you ever had the thought that What’s In Your Pockets Could Save Your Day or Your Life?

Do you wonder why some folks seem to have the answer to every crisis—whether it's a power outage, a busted zipper, or something more serious? It’s probably not luck—it’s their EDC, their everyday carry setup. Today, we’ll dig into the EDC items preppers actually rely on, from the basics they carry everywhere, to the small upgrades that can make a huge difference when things go sideways. Don’t worry, you won’t need cargo pants with 12 pockets—or a purse the size of a suitcase—to get prepared.

We're talking EDC Essentials for Real-World Emergencies

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What would you do if the lights went out for weeks—would you settle for cold beans and crackers, or would you find a way to keep your family well-fed? In this episode, look at practical, creative solutions for cooking during power outages. Plus, we share our top tips for prepping on a budget with unexpected finds from the Dollar Store.

Ready to turn “what if” into “we’ve got this”?

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Prepping isn’t just about beans, batteries, and bottled water, it’s about raising resilient kids who know what to do when life gets bumpy. 

In this episode, we’ll talk about making family prepping plans that actually include our kids, from toddlers to teens. 

We’ll cover how to keep the conversation positive, how to give everyone a role (even if it’s “official snack taster” or “water bottle checker” or "flashlight holder"), and why prepping together can be one of the best gifts you give your children. 

Ready to turn “what if” into “we’ve got this”?

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Common prepper advice often emphasizes extreme scenarios while neglecting probable emergencies. This episode dismantles 10 pervasive "gotta do" myths in the preparedness community and offers practical alternatives focused on real-world resilience rather than apocalyptic fantasy. 

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Last week we drew the line between smart prepping and hoarding disorder. 

But what happens when prepping itself crosses a line you didn't even know existed?

Today, we're tackling the question nobody wants to ask: When does being prepared become a problem?

We'll also answer a listener question and clear up some bad advice she heard about getting started with prepping.

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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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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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Muirhead Canning

1791 Gunleather.com (Use discount code PREP15)

Practical Prepping Courses

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Featured Items

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Podcast music written and recorded by Krista Lawley
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