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 Episode 477: Fitness Prepping – Going Gluten And Sugar-Free – Fasting(1-2-2014)… | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 31:46

Episode 477:  Fitness Prepping - Going Gluten And Sugar-Free - Fasting(1-2-2014)... Show Notes/Topics And Links: Going Gluten And Sugar Free Problems with this strategy while eating modern food Cutting out gluten which seems to be in everything these day, getting rid of sugar and sugar-free drinks Why I cannot stay very low-carb for long periods of times Experimentation is the key - you have to find what works for you, tweak it to meet your needs Fasting Brad Pilon - Intermittent Fasting I'm a big believer in fasting Interview with Able James and Brad Pilon Fasting helps to teach self-control - gives the body a rest after feeding - if you eat all of the time, than your body never gets a break from constantly feeding Intermittent Fasting Podcast One Exercise A Day For Beginners Focus on one exercise for a day - this could be walking one day, push-ups the next day, or maybe body weight squats the next day The idea is to build momentum and not get discouraged by doing too much at one time Links The Fat-Burning Man Show Later, Lat Cozad poormanprepper.com latcozad@poormanprepper.com Forum Is Now Open - Poor Man Prepper Forum My podcast can be found on iTunes, Bluybrry.com, and Stitcher Radio.  Also, I'm on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.  And don't forget to drop by my website and become a member of my email mailing list. Photo credit: Whatsername? via photopin cc

 Episode 476: Wall Street Exuberance, Stock Markets & Hyperinflation, Precious Metal Beat Down (1-1-2014)… | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 32:55

Episode 476:  Wall Street Exuberance, Stock Markets & Hyperinflation, Precious Metal Beat Down (1-1-2014)... Show Notes/Topics: Wall Street Exuberance Continues Wall street continues to roar - Dow up 26% and S&P 500 up 29% Fed tapering, but for how long? Expect more interventions in the future Zimbabwe and Venezuela stock markets during hyperinflation and high inflation Yields On 10-Yr Notes Rises Rates are still low compared to historic trends But yields should not be above 3% with 75 billion being injected into the markets by the Federal Reserve Is the dollar dying? Gold And Silver Gold and silver has taken a beat down during the last year - this trend will probably continue in the future as we see the true underlining economy decline - the real economy Currently - gold and silver seems to be holding at $1200 and $19.50 over the last two weeks, respectively Oil Futures Oil futures climbed over $100 last week at the end of December - expect oil futures to rise in the upcoming year - $110 - $115 should be expected Brief discussion on peak oil and the real environmental disasters - not global warming Links Curtsey of Goldonomic, Denial comes before panic sets in!, by Staff Caracas Stock Exchange (Bolsa de Valores de Caracas) Curtsey of  Agence France Presse and Business Insider, Venezuela's Inflation Rate Is 56%, by AFP Later, Lat Cozad poormanprepper.com latcozad@poormanprepper.com Forum Is Now Open - Poor Man Prepper Forum My podcast can be found on iTunes, Bluybrry.com, and Stitcher Radio.  Also, I'm on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.  And don't forget to drop by my website and become a member of my email mailing list.

 Episode 475: Gaming A Post – Societal Shutdown – Part 2(12-31-2013)… | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 48:01

Episode 475:  Gaming A Post - Societal Shutdown - Part 2(12-31-2013)... Show Notes/Topics: Transitioning and rebuilding after the collapse What is the goal? Building societies and communities built on self-reliance vs. societies and communities that are dependent on the state/governments Reign by despots or a creating a true republic Large communities, regions, states, or countries vs. small communities, regions, states, or countries Building a moral society - limiting the numbers of laws - frontier justice The fallacy of taxes and debt, the insanity of too many regulations being placed on business - depriving innovations Agriculture vs. Permaculture Passing on knowledge, traditions and wealth Later, Lat Cozad poormanprepper.com latcozad@poormanprepper.com Forum Is Now Open - Poor Man Prepper Forum My podcast can be found on iTunes, Bluybrry.com, and Stitcher Radio.  Also, I'm on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.  And don't forget to drop by my website and become a member of my email mailing list. Photo credit: eschipul via photopin cc

 Episode 474: Gaming A Post – Societal Shutdown – Part 1(12-30-2013)… | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 35:40

Episode 474:  Gaming A Post - Societal Shutdown - Part 1(12-30-2013)... Show Notes/Topics: Two part series - tomorrow I will talk about thinking differently when rebuilding a society - building a better society for future generations This is a not a doomsday podcast, but we know throughout written history that societies breakdown - so what would this look like today? Thought Experiment Today - What Happens When A Society Breakdowns How would it look? How many people could potentially lose their lives? Crime - what will people do to sustain themselves? Transition Period - "Total Anarchy" How long will this last and how much of a set back? Invaders This happens during a power vacuüm Tomorrow - Better Future For Future Generations! Later, Lat Cozad poormanprepper.com latcozad@poormanprepper.com Forum Is Now Open - Poor Man Prepper Forum My podcast can be found on iTunes, Bluybrry.com, and Stitcher Radio.  Also, I'm on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.  And don't forget to drop by my website and become a member of my email mailing list. Photo credit: Mukumbura via photopin cc

 Episode 473: Crime, Flash Mobs And Credit Card Fraud At Target(12-28-2013)… | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 29:05

Episode 473:  Crime, Flash Mobs And Credit Card Fraud At Target(12-28-2013)... Show Notes/Topics And Links: Crime and why law enforcement may not be able to respond in time Curtsey of New York Post, Hundreds of teens trash mall in wild flash mob,  by Kevin Sheehan, Natasha Velez and Natalie O'Neill Curtsey of The Blaze, 600 People Brawl Outside Movie Theatre, by UPI Curtsey of Bloomberg, Credit Card Breach Puts Target in Legal Crosshairs, by Staff Having cash as a backup, or using cash all the time In case you do not want an ar-15 - thoughts on the .30 carbine Curtsey of the The Daily Caller, 6 Home Defense Carbines, 5 are NOT AR’s, by Michael Piccione Later, Lat Cozad poormanprepper.com latcozad@poormanprepper.com Forum Is Now Open - Poor Man Prepper Forum My podcast can be found on iTunes, Bluybrry.com, and Stitcher Radio.  Also, I'm on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.  And don't forget to drop by my website and become a member of my email mailing list. Photo credit: Alan Cleaver via photopin cc

 Episode 472: Interview Today With Yoda, Founding Member Of The Magnified View.com(12-27-2013)… | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:10:17

Episode 472:  Interview Today With Yoda, Founding Member Of The Magnified View.com(12-27-2013)... Show Summary: On today's show, I'm joined with special guest Yoda, from the MagnifiedView.com.  Yoda, still active in the law enforcement community, has extensive experience in counter-terrorism and hostage negotiations.  The discussion for today will focus on terrorism, the drug war in Mexico, hostage taking and the need to use situational awareness everyday. Show Notes/Topics And Links: Introduction(3:10 mins) Yoda tells a little about his past in the military, the intelligence community and law enforcement Currently, Yoda is still involved in counter-intel, special operation agencies and coaching hostage negotiators(6:25 mins) MaginfiedView.com(7:10 mins) The MaginfiedView explained and why Yoda uses a pin name to write Yoda shares his past experiences and travels - teaching organizations/people about disaster preparedness - using humor to teach - explaining why people need to prepare, specifically paying attention to the geographical area where you live  - denial,repression and normalcy bias(9:00 mins) Unwiring the normalcy bias - how to wake people up - refer to past events where people had to live in temporary hardships(16:05 mins) Comparing other countries that have declined to the current state of America - the decline of the economy and why the government is preparing for future calamities - the move towards a socialist government(18:15 mins) How people can repair for a decline - saving and living on a budget, cutting back on expenses - a potential depression in the future(23:45 mins) First responder layoffs - expect slower response times during a crisis situation due to the layoffs - Detroit as an example - these days, even during normal operations, residents should expect delays (28:50 mins) Discussing an increase crime and people being taken in hostage - the cartels in Mexico - why this is a thriving industry - the potential for marijuana being legalized and why the cartels will look at kidnapping as a way to raise revenue - social economic standards does not play into who is abducted, anybody could be targeted(39:35 mins) Why kidnapping and kidnap extortion are federal offenses - suggestions for normal Americans on how they can prevent a personal hostage crisis - situational awareness is extremely important - the home resident being probed and surveyed by criminals(51:25 mins) Thoughts on the future - what will transpire in the upcoming, immediate years(1:00:55 mins) Links Magnified View.com Later, Lat Cozad poormanprepper.com latcozad@poormanprepper.com Forum Is Now Open - Poor Man Prepper Forum My podcast can be found on iTunes, Bluybrry.com, and Stitcher Radio.  Also, I'm on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.  And don't forget to drop by my website and become a member of my email mailing list. Photo credit: Kinchan1 via photopin cc

 Episode 471: Fitness Prepping – Beginning The New Year Now(12-26-2013)… | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 32:48

Episode 471:  Fitness Prepping - Beginning The New Year Now(12-26-2013)... Show Summary: Today is the day.  For what you might be asking?  Well, to go ahead and get a head start on your fitness goals for the new year.  Plan, set your goals, be proactive and go get it. On the podcast for today, I will discuss setting long-term goals, not buying that gym membership and working with other people to achieve common fitness goals.  Fun show for the day, so let's get started. Show Notes/Topics And Links: Before We Get Started Disclaimer - might want to check with the Doc before starting a new fitness program - just saying I refer to today's podcast as the prepper fitness podcasting segment - really is the fitness prepping segment - first time in six months since I talked about this subject - give me a break, I will be good to go next week Today's Show Taking advantage of your time now, before the New Year resolution - be proactive Setting long-term goals and giving yourself guilt free rewards along the way towards the completion of the goal - maintenance Not buying the gym membership - numbers say most will not use the gym membership after initial use Working out with a team - extra motivation when you are not feeling it that day Going to buy that workout video series?  Look to buy used, go in with other people and buy together - make sure you have enough room in the home, or apartment to complete the workouts Multivitamins Evidence suggest that multivitamins for healthy people is a waste - as preppers I would still suggest stocking up on vitamins - in a collapse situation people may be deficient in minerals and vitamins - think scurvy from the past when sailors used to sail around the world, scurvy came from Vit. C deficiency Links Gym Membership Statistics 4 of 5 gym memberships go unused -- except maybe in the first days of the new year, by  Aimee Green, The Oregonian Case Closed: Multivitamins Should Not Be Used, by Larry Husten What Is Scurvy? What Causes Scurvy?, by by Peter Crosta Later, Lat Cozad poormanprepper.com latcozad@poormanprepper.com Forum Is Now Open - Poor Man Prepper Forum My podcast can be found on iTunes, Bluybrry.com, and Stitcher Radio.  Also, I'm on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.  And don't forget to drop by my website and become a member of my email mailing list. Photo credit: Joe Hoover via photopin cc

 Episode 470: Firearms & Preppers – Extra Parts(12-24-2013)… | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 39:02

Episode 470:  Firearms & Preppers - Extra Parts(12-24-2013)... Show Summary: On today's show, I will discuss common firearm parts that can be saved for times of distress.  Plus, I will discuss firearm accessories and maintenance supplies that can be saved as well.  On the final part of the show, I will focus the conversation on double barrel shotguns and if this weapon platform is of any use when alternatives like pump-action shotguns are readily available for consumers. Show Notes/Topics: Parts And Maintenance Do the research on your firearm(s) - easily done on the internet today - print copies Firearms Parts To Prep - Try to save firing pins, triggers, sears, trigger groups, barrels, stocks, bolts/boltcarriers, sights, slings and springs - magazines, buy extra, plus magazine parts for repairs - don't forget about AR-15 uppers and parts kits Maintenance - cleaning kits, boresnakes, bore lights, patches, cleaning clothes(use old shirts for rags), loctite, gloves(latex, or powder), lubricant and grease, files and hacksaws - gunsmith tools? Accessories - tactical lights - probably skip on the lasers Where To Buy? - Midway, Brownells, Numrich, Cheaper Than Dirt, Gunbroker and Ebay to name a few Thoughts on collapse gunsmithing - what if you cannot get professional help if society contracts, or falters Double Barrel Shotguns My thoughts on double barrel shotguns, tactical rails - is this weapon needed when pump shotguns are readily available today? Later, Lat Cozad poormanprepper.com latcozad@poormanprepper.com Forum Is Now Open - Poor Man Prepper Forum My podcast can be found on iTunes, Bluybrry.com, and Stitcher Radio.  Also, I'm on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.  And don't forget to drop by my website and become a member of my email mailing list. Photo credit: another_finn via photopin cc

 Episode 469: Direction Of The Show In The New Year And New Topics(12-23-2013)… | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 33:04

Episode 469:  Direction Of The Show In The New Year And New Topics(12-23-2013)... Show Summary: This show was supposed to go up on Saturday, but I did not have the proper power cord for my laptop to do the editing.  So, I'm going to release that show today. Which means better sound quality, as I recorded Saturday's show on the road while I was in the mobile studio.  Sound quality for that recording was horrible. On today's show, I wanted to fill everyone in on where I'm taking the show for the New Year of 2014.  This will include new topics that I want to discuss on the show, including acquiring new skills, training, technology, innovation, raising income and working as an entrepreneur.  Also, I will bring up topics that I used to discuss on this show, specifically fitness and nutrition.  The last part of the show will focus on the advantages of being proactive, both individually and in the community. Show Notes/Topics And Links: Cozad's Freedom Redoubt will be back today I'm releasing a fictional short story on Amazon beginning on Friday, Jan 3, 2013 - story will be released every Friday - short stories will be $1.00 per edition - every three months I will combine short stories together in book form - those books will go $8-9 per book New guests for different topics next year - ranging from herbal medicine to fitness Nutrition and fitness will be focused on in the new year - was a topic that I used to discuss quite a bit when I started this podcast Getting in shape is very important for the preparedness community - allows for dealing with stressful situations with less exertion when compared to other people who are not in shape Firearms - topics will cover storage issues, buying spare parts, general purpose firearms Self-Defense And Situational Awareness - I'm going to try to guest on the show that instruct martial arts and security concerns The Advantages Of Being Proactive - podcasts dealing with being assertive and being a go-getter Technology and innovation will also be discussed on the show in the future Skills - Topics including blacksmithing, canning and gardening - using skills as much as possible - most skills are perishable, if you do not use them, you may lose the skills learned, or not be as proficient in that skill set - goes back to being proactive and being a self-starter This show will no longer be adult rated - think PG rating Budgeting and discretionary income - how to build extra income The advantages of being a volunteer - helping the community and learning skills Keeping in mind that not all is lost - surviving through future calamities and taking advantage of future innovations Final thoughts on fear and why fear is an important motivator Later, Lat Cozad poormanprepper.com latcozad@poormanprepper.com Forum Is Now Open - Poor Man Prepper Forum My podcast can be found on iTunes, Bluybrry.com, and Stitcher Radio.  Also, I'm on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.  And don't forget to drop by my website and become a member of my email mailing list. Photo credit: One Way Stock via photopin cc

 Episode 468: Interview With Austin From The PreppingTeen YouTube Channel(12-20-2013)… | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:01:39

Episode 468:  Interview With Austin From The PreppingTeen YouTube Channel(12-20-2013)... Show Summary: Special guest Austin, from the PreppingTeen YouTube channel, will join us today to discuss his thoughts on young adults living in the New Normal economy and the difficulties that his peers are having adapting to these uncertain times.  Also, Austin will share his knowledge of alternative forms of communication, like CB radios with the listening audience.   Great show today folks.  So set down, buckle up and get ready.  The show is about to begin. Show Notes/Topics And Links: Introduction Austin has been preparing since he was fourteen - focusing on food and medical supplies - why preparedness at fourteen(8:44 mins) Interview Thoughts on basic preparedness - work on one week and build to a week(11:10 mins) Are others in Austin's community preparing?  Living in the state of California and difficulties with firearm ownership for California residents - the lead ammo ban in California - why this law is bad - thoughts on smart gun technology(12:30 mins) Young adults adapting to the New Normal - college is the preferred choice for most young adults at this time - getting back to blue-collar jobs and looking for schools that offer education on skilled based subjects like welding - paying college off without going to debt - the current mentality of younger adults and looking at future problems(21:30 mins) Natural disasters and how disasters affect areas outside of an impact zone - the plan for leaving a disaster area if something happens(30:10 mins) Gaining knowledge and skills - going to the local library, websites, kindle books and shopping at thrift stores for books(32:45 mins) The PreppingTeen YouTube channel - survival walking explained - using CB radios versus other types of communication - operating a CB radio and explaining a home based CB radio - broadcasting using CB radios are open to anyone to listen to - brief explanation of what a scanner is - final thoughts on electronic commutation off-grid walkie-talkie cell phone options(34:45 mins) Giveaways are posted on Austin's YouTube channel - canning and knowing what goes in your food, no GMOs(genetically modified organisms) - the problems with GMO food - consuming natural food(50:23 mins) Final Thoughts Parents, get your teens involved today, teens can help during an emergency and with other children as well - promote alternative educational options for teens, like vocational schools - boys scouts/girls scouts and the adventure grew for young adults(55:55 mins) Links PreppingTeen YouTube Channel Austin's blog - Malakeyegod's Survival And Writing Blog Later, Lat Cozad poormanprepper.com latcozad@poormanprepper.com Forum Is Now Open - Poor Man Prepper Forum My podcast can be found on iTunes, Bluybrry.com, and Stitcher Radio.  Also, I'm on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.  And don't forget to drop by my website and become a member of my email mailing list.

 Episode 467: 2nd Interview With Mike Garand & Jack Lawson, Authors Of A Failure Of Civility(12-19-2013)… | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 52:00

Episode 467:  2nd Interview With Mike Garand & Jack Lawson, Authors Of A Failure Of Civility(12-19-2013)... Show Summary: Special guest Mike Garand And Jack Lawson, authors of A Failure Of Civility return for another episode today to discuss tactics and the progression of stages after a catastrophic event.  First, the conversation will focus on tactics that can be employed from the Neighborhood Protection Program(NPP) during and after a crisis event.  These tactics are written and explained in the book so that the layperson can pick the book up, read it and appropriately deploy the tactics when needed. In the second part of the conversation we will discuss the chart of catastrophic events and how a progression of stages after a catastrophic event could potentially lead to a failure of civility.  The authors will also reinforce the need for the listening audience to prepare now and not wait for later.  Another great show today, so let's get started. Show Notes/Topics And Links: Introduction And A Clarification On One Topic From The Previous Discussion Upcoming podcasts involving tactics and a understanding that A Failure Of Civility is more than a book that covers doom and gloom, but has a tremendous amount of useful knowledge that the layperson can employ while protecting their communities(2:57 mins) Clarification on a topic from the previous podcast - implementing a Neighborhood Protection Program(NPP) without the consent of local law enforcement(4:15 mins) A Failure Of Civility - Tactics - Clearing Rooms, Patrolling, Hand & Arm Signals Formations - Formations for patrolling give - hand and arm signals - shooting tactics - basic room clearing and why you might have to clear a room in a home, or a building - tracking and tips on surviving a gun battle(13:10 mins) Patrols - How many people on the patrol - checking a perimeter - area tactical protection is a proactive defense - using the element of surprise to your advantage - visual security and having your head on a pivot while patrolling - also allows for team members to communicate with each other with hand and arm signals - flanking attacks(20:30 mins) Tactical Mindset - Employing the proper mindset when you go out on a patrol - training is extremely important - denial, or slow reaction during a confrontation can lead to defeat for yourself and others in your patrol - be proficient with you weapon - speed loading and moving under fire - get experience at a tactical training course - learn how to shot on the move and shooting under stress - shooting under low-light conditions(32:15 mins) A Failure Of Civility - Catastrophic Events Catastrophic Events - The chart of catastrophic events - the progression of the stages from a catastrophic event, to an area emergency, to a crisis, long-term crisis, and finally the event turns into a failure of civility - the U.S. has not experienced a serious wide-spread disruption of civil services since the war between the states - a series of smaller events, like natural disasters for instance, can potentially lead to a cascading effect resulting in a larger disaster - prepare now and do not wait(42:30 mins) Links A Failure Of Civility Amazon - A Failure Of Civility A Failure Of Civility - Facebook Fan Page Later, Lat Cozad poormanprepper.com latcozad@poormanprepper.com Forum Is Now Open - Poor Man Prepper Forum My podcast can be found on iTunes, Bluybrry.com, and Stitcher Radio.  Also, I'm on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.  And don't forget to drop by my website and become a member of my email mailing list.

 Episode 466: Fed Tapers, Bonds Spike, Gold Falters, Oil & Stocks Take Off(12-18-2013)… | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 49:24

Episode 466:  Fed Tapers, Bonds Spike, Gold Falters, Oil & Stocks Take Off(12-18-2013)... Show Summary: The weekly economic show for today.  I was wrong with my predictions that the Fed would not taper, as the Fed surprisingly announced a reduction of the asset purchasing program known as quantitative easing earlier today.  A reduction of 10 billion dollars to 75 billion is in the cards for the moment.  But how long will this last?  With uber-dove Janet Yellen taking charge of the central bank, probably not long at all. Show Notes/Topics And Links: Fed Tapers, Stock Market And The Economy Looks like I was wrong on this one - the Fed announced a reduction of their asset purchasing(QE) program today, the program continues, but at a reduced pace, from 85 billion to 75 billion a month But how long will this last, before the spigot is opened again? Bonds spiked to 2.9 on the ten-year treasure today, but is bellow that number in after hours trading Curtsey of Zerohedge.com, Fed "Tightens", Tapers $10 Billion - Full Redline, by Tyler Durden 5th Hindenburg Omen was spotted today - Stocks went ballistic today to the upside, computers and algorithms impulse buying? Gold Faltered Today Slammed below $1220 today - has been in the $1250 - $1220 range for several weeks now - is this market manipulated?  I haven't a clue Oil Report EIA Summary And Highlights Later, Lat Cozad poormanprepper.com latcozad@poormanprepper.com Forum Is Now Open - Poor Man Prepper Forum My podcast can be found on iTunes, Bluybrry.com, and Stitcher Radio.  Also, I'm on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.  And don't forget to drop by my website and become a member of my email mailing list. Photo credit: Lars Plougmann via photopin cc

 Episode 465: Interview With Mike Garand & Jack Lawson, Authors Of A Failure Of Civility(12-17-2013)… | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 1:18:39

Episode 465:  Interview With Mike Garand & Jack Lawson, Authors Of A Failure Of Civility(12-17-2013)... Show Summary: On today's show, I'm joined with special guest Mike Garand and Jack Lawson.  Combined, Mike and Jack have tremendous knowledge, learned from decades of military and law enforcement experience.  That experience and months of research led to the completion of their work, A Failure Of Civility, potentially one of the most informative guides on how to survive a crisis event ever written. A Failure Of Civility, will help John Q Public prepare for potential future unrest in our society.  This book provides detailed information on how to establish a Neighborhood Protection Plan(NPP), defending a community during a crisis, developing survival mentality, tactics and general preparation strategies.  A book that shows how the common man and woman, with limited resources, can prepare before calamity strikes in the future. Show Notes/Topics And Links: Editor's note - due to the length of today's podcast, there is a brief intermission at(40:20 mins) Introduction Mike and Jack introduce themselves and discuss their backgrounds(2:35 mins) A Failure Of Civility Why the authors decided to write their book - involvement with their local community that led to the creation of the book - over 7 months of research went into the creation of this work - creating a book so the common person can understand the need for community preparedness - thoughts on the difficulties that are involved in bugging out(5:50 mins) Neighborhood Protection Plan(NPP) - promoting a visual deterrent to potential threats, so that criminals will not take advantage of innocent inhabitants living within the NPP(15:45 mins) The Age Of Abundance - members of western society have no conceivable notion of the hardships of the past - the problems with entitlements in modern society(19:35 mins) Self-dependence/Self-Reliance - the need for standing on your feet; now!  Understanding that help from law enforcement, first responders and the government as a whole may not be forthcoming during a crisis(22:00 mins) Communicating With Law Enforcement - Taking the first steps towards building communications between the community members and local law enforcement agencies - presenting a nonthreatening imagine to LE(25:25 mins) Being Proactive - Establishing your NPP as soon as possible, working with your neighbors and assessing both strengths and weakness, training - other advantages of the NPP, contingency planing for other problems in a community besides security issues, communicating with neighbors in the community(32:30 mins) Laying In Logistics & Supplies - Understand that supplies can dry up in short order, potable water and finding alternative sources of water, critical life supplies and services - food and water (36:50 mins) Short Intermission Intermission - reminder that Mike and Jack will be back on to discuss specifics topics discussed in the chapters of the book in upcoming podcasts(40:20 mins) 2nd Portion Of The Show Logistics & Supplies Continued - the discussion focuses on finding water, water can be found, cached and treated by simple means(42:15 mins) Problems With On Time Delivery - how we have went away from the garden to table to table food supply and the problems when the supply system falls apart, a fragile system(45:12 mins) The Anger In America And Catastrophic Events- how long before potential rioting in the streets if the supply system is cut off? - defining a failure of civility - chart of catastrophic events, understanding what happens when a catastrophic event occurs and how modern society could react to such sudden change(48:00 mins) Starting A NPP - personal assessment of supplies, talk to your neighbors, reinforcing the need to protect your family and neighborhoods, be proactive, addressing medical issues and medical supplies,

 Episode 464: Interview With Annette Shaw, Author Of Graham’s Resolution, The China Pandemic(12-16-2013)… | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 38:07

Episode 464:  Interview With Annette Shaw, Author Of Graham's Resolution, The China Pandemic(12-16-2013)... Show Summary: On today's show, special guest Annette Shaw will join us for a discussion of her most recent work, Graham's Resolution, The China Pandemic - Book 1.  Annette will discuss the inspiration for writing The China Pandemic, family preparedness and tips for beginner preppers.  Annette also has insights on choosing cover artwork for books and publishing tips for writers. Show Notes/Topics And Links: Introduction Annette's background prior to beginning her writing career(2:10 mins) A few of Annette's favorite writers that have inspired her to write The China Pandemic(4:35 mins) Pandemics And Preparedness Why a pandemic?  The Avian flu and family preparedness(7:20 mins) Pam's life with preparedness and paying attention to threats in the immediate area, natural disasters(11:40 mins) Graham's Resolution, The China Pandemic - Book 1 Graham's story, how Graham's father was able to teach Graham important lessons on preparedness as a child, Graham and a surviving member in the communing leave the area and eventually run across a preparedness group during their trip(15:35 mins) Problems with wild life when people are no longer the dominant species, pets, and how the flu is spread(19:55 mins) How would a societal breakdown transpire?  Understanding that people will become very desperate(24:00 mins) Thoughts for newcomers taking their first steps into the world of preparedness(26:20 mins) Becoming A Writer Suggestions for new writers, self-publishing, cover art and where to find cover art(28:20 mins) Future Projects How many books are slated for the Graham's Resolution series?(32:05 mins) Where to find Annette's work and how to contact Annette(34:30 mins) Final Thoughts Feedback is greatly appreciated and focus on preparedness/72-hours kits(36:10 mins) Links Annette's Web Site Twitter - @KeyboardMine Amazon - Smash Words - Graham's Resolution, The China Pandemic - Book 1 Later, Lat Cozad poormanprepper.com latcozad@poormanprepper.com Forum Is Now Open - Poor Man Prepper Forum My podcast can be found on iTunes, Bluybrry.com, and Stitcher Radio.  Also, I'm on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.  And don't forget to drop by my website and become a member of my email mailing list.

 Episode 463: Today In Preparedness News – Current Events(12-16-2013)… | File Type: audio/mpeg | Duration: 16:56

Episode 463:  Today In Preparedness News - Current Events(12-16-2013)... Show Notes/Topics And Links: Trial run on the Prepper Podcast Radio Network - will see how this works out US, Chinese Warships "Nearly Collide" In South China Sea More posturing by the Chinese?  I doubt that the recent current events turn into an all out shooting war - China will eventually surpass the U.S. as the world's leading economic power Lakshmi N Mittal's niece ties knot in big fat Spanish wedding Very brief uptick in economic activity for a small area in the Spain - which leads to the question - how much disillusion can a society suffer before the populace eventually becomes unhinged?  Is Catalonia's bid to separate from the Spanish government the first steps for independence and some respite from the depression gripping the country Are too many kids taking antipsychotic drugs?  Use is climbing despite questions about how safe the drugs are and how well they work An entire future generation of children hooked on drugs.  The human mind does not fully develop until the mid-twenties.  Now we are hooking children on drugs that could destroy cognitive abilities that may never fully develop, leaving a population of adults with permanent mental problems Gun Shows This Weekend Virginia North Carolina West Virginia Georgia Later, Lat Cozad poormanprepper.com latcozad@poormanprepper.com Forum Is Now Open - Poor Man Prepper Forum My podcast can be found on iTunes, Bluybrry.com, and Stitcher Radio.  Also, I'm on Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube.  And don't forget to drop by my website and become a member of my email mailing list. Photo credit: RambergMediaImages via photopin cc

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