The School of Preparedness: Recent Episodes
Shawn Rafferty
We all can learn better and more practical ways on how to be safer. The School of Preparedness delves into many different aspects of our daily lives and explores realistic strategies and best practices to make you safer and a more aware and prepared individual. No BS, no filler, just the realistic truth.
In this episode, Shawn gives you tips on how you can train yourself mentally, physically, and with the use of different tools to keep you safer and not become a victim.
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In this episode Shawn gives you 8 tips that you can pass on to your kids or loved ones on how to survive an active shooter event.
In this episode Shawn talks about interviewing various people from different backgrounds and experiences to give a realistic perspective, that all can learn from to be safer. Shawn will be interviewing first responders, victims of violent crimes/attacks, and ex-cons. The main purpose is to give you a full spectrum view of violence and to learn from it to be better prepared.
In this episode Shawn talks about some things we can learn from the Rittenhouse incident and apply them to your daily life to be better prepared.
In this episode Shawn talks about learning from the mistakes made from the withdrawal out of Afghanistan. By learning from these mistakes, Shawn shows how you can be better prepared when traveling domestically and abroad by doing proper planning, paying attention to the climate, and listening to the informational reports that highlight what is happening or could happen.
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In this episode Shawn gives examples of how a Rooster’s natural protective instincts can be applied to your own personal protective plan.
In this episode Shawn talks about current buying methods that may not work if their is an economy crash and what you can use to purchase the items you will need.
In this episode Shawn discusses what can happen in the event of another COVID lockdown.
In this episode Shawn talks about the importance of knowing where you are at all times so in the event of some type of issue where lives are on the line, you will know what to do.
In this episode Shawn talks about changing the podcast name and the new direction the show will take.
In this episode Shawn talks about ways to drive more defensively and safely during your daily routine. He talks about road rage, how to get around cars stopped in front of you, which lanes you should be in to get away quickly, and how to push through a car blocking your path.
In this episode Shawn gives some valuable tips on ways you can be safer when you travel domestically and internationally. The same rules apply, always practice good situational awareness and observational awareness. Below are some resources you can use and some information and movies about terrorist incidents.
US State Department STEP Program: https://step.state.gov/
US State Department Travel Advisory: https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/traveladvisories/traveladvisories.html/
The CIA World Factbook: https://www.cia.gov/the-world-factbook/countries/
2005 Terrorist Attacks in Amman, Jordan: https://www.nytimes.com/2005/11/10/world/middleeast/3-hotels-bombed-in-jordan-at-least-57-die.html
Hotel Mumbai Movie: https://youtu.be/ucYIwvZYGp8
No Escape Movie: https://youtu.be/DOjj07EuO50
Nairobi Mall Attack: https://www.bbc.com/news/av/world-africa-45597692
In this episode Shawn talks about different instances where people have been killed by police largely because of poor choices and lack of using common sense. Shawn also talks about how important it is to train and the mistakes law enforcement officers make that needlessly results in the loss of life, all based on lack of training.
In this episode Shawn talks about the importance of self-reliance and by doing so can help you survive life threatening events and help others.
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In this episode Shawn discusses the timeline of the attack, the response of the police, and different things you can do to survive an active shooter incident.
Video referenced on the show:
https://youtu.be/2046sAeJX9g
In this episode Shawn discusses how listening to your intuition as an added measure to having good situational and observational awareness is vitally important. As modern humans we have allowed technology and other distractions to infringe on using our natural primal attributes to help us be safer.
In this episode Shawn talks about the importance of watching what you say and thinking before you act. It is important to always try to avoid confrontation and not put yourself in positions that may lead to being victimized.
In this episode Shawn talks about the differences between carrying the handgun concealed or open carry, the carry positions, pros and cons, and how to still train when ammo is too expensive and with extreme shortages.
In this episode Shawn talks about being prepared for natural and man-made disasters. He specifically goes into detail about not being prepared for an instance of freezing rain that took out the power for almost 7 days and gives suggestions on how to be prepared for disasters you may experience in the future.
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For cooking check out this Portable Butane Cooking Stove.
In this episode Shawn talks about ways you can appear stronger by how you act and think. He also touches on helping people who have physical limitations be less of a target by changing their routines and utilizing a force multiplier.
In this episode Shawn talks about the current state of school security in many parts of the country. Shawn gives parents an in-depth view of what they should look for and how to approach the principal or teacher’s with any security concerns.
In this episode Shawn talks about the pro and cons about non-lethal and lethal weapons. He also touches on the how different states, towns, and cities may have different laws on what types of weapons you can can not carry.
Example of Pepper Spray options.
Example of Tasers options.
Example of Stun Gun options.
Example of Baton options.
In this episode Shawn discusses the many different things you should consider when wanting to learn physical self-defense. Shawn gets into the dynamics of learning any type of self-defense system and what to look out for and expect.
In this episode Shawn talks about the importance of having a plan for not only long-term aspects of your life like preparing for disasters, pandemics, or other catastrophes, but also during everyday functions we all engage in. Don’t make the mistake and not have a plan if ever faced in a life and death situation, especially when your loved depend on you to ensure they are safe.
In this episode I am interviewed by my friend and a safety professional, Blaine Hoffmann from The SafetyPro Podcast. We have a great conversation on how to better prepare the workplace to address active shooter/attacker threats.
Please visit Blaine at The SafetyPro Podcast to listen to other great episodes on navigating through the workplace in a safer manner.
In this episode we will talk about the importance of having a strong will to survive and how having the right mindset can be the difference between life and death.
In this episode we will discuss about the importance of maintaining a certain amount of distance between you and any potential threat, which will enable you to have more time to react and respond to any attacks.
In this episode we will talk about how situational and observational awareness are two of the most important aspects of developing and maintaining good personal safety and security.
This episode is an introduction to the host and what the show is about and what type of topics the show will cover.