Prep Yo Self Podcast

Can leopard pajamas spice up this extremely non-expert explanation of insuring against disasters? Yes, yes they can. Rawr.

Recently, we spent some time powering up on being basic in our prepping skillz. Our biggest successes were making jokes at inappropriate times during some highly useful presentations organized by Seattle OEM outreach and training professionals. You're welcome? Facts include updates on shutting off the gas (just the kind going to your house) and more on being ready for "the big one".

The PYSP ladies are riding the wave of semi-expert knowledge on tsunamis and seiches...seeches? Seaches? Whatever. Learn how to prep for a tsunami and the impossible.

Would you lug a suitcase of water to a disaster recovery area, live above a boiler room in 90 degree heat and keep your chest well shaven in a Superman logo, all in the name of civil service? We talked to someone who did. Our buddy Dan Halpert shares his experience working to provide water and sanitation support and education in Puerto Rico after that jerk Hurricane Maria came to town.

This is our first Herosode where we hear from awesome people about their experiences in disaster areas.

Join your favorite two wackadoos on finally getting their act together and getting Episode 20 out to the world. We're delving further into our skillz this year. Do we have them or do we have another glass of wine?

Episode Art by Kevin Tice!

Welcome to the party, Pal! It's a Merry Christmas and don't hurt yourself kind of episode. We stay out of the disaster weeds by talking about holiday safety like a couple of people who aren't the ones giving ourselves paper cuts every 5 minutes.

Have a very Merry Christmas and don't Drink and Drive (or cellphone and drive)! Ever! Not even if the world is ending.

Don't be one of those scmucks waiting in line the day of a winter storm for the bare essentials-prep yo self (and yo home and yo car and yo pet and yo baby) now! Also, rekindle the debate on who is more attractive Dennis Quaid or Jake Gyllenhaal by watching the Day After Tomorrow to get into the winter storm spirit.

Learn how FEMA, RedCross and other relief organizations can help you in a disaster. Their #1 recommendation - prepare to save yourself! Plus info on what you absolutely should not hand out on Halloween.

We still can't believe it happened, but we have the tape to prove it. Hear partners of our city's most caffeinated company talk with us about getting prepped, at the Starbucks' corporate preparedness fair.

If you have a furry family member, make sure you include them in your emergency prep plan. Or your meal plan.