Cell towers go down. Internet disappears. Phones turn into expensive paperweights. So how do you communicate when the grid isn’t there? In this episode of ZERT Coffee & Chaos, we break down Meshtastic radios — the fast-growing off-grid, encrypted, mesh-network communication system that’s getting serious attention in the preparedness and outdoor communities. We talk about […]

Winter doesn’t care about your schedule—and neither do winter storms. In this episode of ZERT Coffee & Chaos, we break down why winter preparedness is non-negotiable and how a simple lack of planning can turn a short drive into a survival situation. We focus on real-world vehicle preparedness: the gear you should have in your […]

This week on ZERT Coffee & Chaos, we’re blending the chaos of the streets with the latest from the firearm industry. First up: the fallout from Minneapolis — following two controversial officer-involved shootings by federal immigration agents, including the fatal January 24 shooting of 37-year-old ICU nurse Alex Pretti — the city has erupted in […]

The escalating unrest in Iran is a stark reminder of what happens when a government no longer serves its people—and the people have no meaningful way to resist it. As protests intensify and the state responds with force, the imbalance of power becomes painfully clear: an armed government versus a disarmed population. In this episode […]

The movie Greenland wasn’t just a disaster film—it was a stress test for modern preparedness. With the next Greenlandmovie set to release soon, we break down what the franchise gets right, what it glosses over, and why the core question matters more than ever: If you had one hour to leave and you’re never coming […]

n this episode of ZERT Coffee & Chaos, we break down the growing unrest surrounding current events in Minnesota and why they matter far beyond state lines. From the governor’s decision not to seek re-election to mounting questions around fraud implications within government systems, the political landscape is shifting—and fast. We also address the officer-involved […]

In this final episode of ZERT Coffee & Chaos, we sat down to close the book on 2025—breaking down the moments that defined the year, the wins, the lessons learned, and the chaos that shaped both the community and the mindset behind ZERT. From growth and hard conversations to the realities of preparedness in an […]

In this episode of ZERT Coffee & Chaos, we break down the latest wave of violence making headlines—from a shooting in Australia to a gun-free-zone incident at Brown University—and ask the uncomfortable questions no one in power seems willing to answer. Every time these events happen, the same talking points get recycled: more laws, more […]

In this episode of ZERT Coffee & Chaos, we take a hard look at an uncomfortable truth: the firearms and Second Amendment community often does more damage to itself than any outside opposition ever could. Instead of focusing on unity, education, and protecting our shared rights, too many voices in the space are locked in […]

When the unthinkable happens — when a nuclear detonation shatters the world as we know it — what comes next? After the Flash takes you deep into the aftermath, exploring the chaos, the survivors, and the systems struggling to rebuild amidst fallout and fear. Each episode dives into the stark realities of a post-nuclear world: […]