journeytopreparedness podcast: Recent Episodes

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Welcome to Journey to Preparedness. Follow myself and my family as we journey into a more self sustaining preparedness lifestyle. We will be covering a little of everything; gardening, canning, gear, outdoors, survival, homesteading, camping, etc.. We will help you prepare not only for your doomsday, but for your everyday!

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Not to be all doom and gloom, but the Great Reset is coming. To what degree we don't know, but in some form it will happen. In Podcast #68 we are discussing what we can do to combat the effects of the great reset in our lives. As preppers we are always looking to the future, but this needs more than just beans and rice. We need to start looking at ways to provide for ourselves.

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The Great Reset is not some off the wall conspiracy theory, it's real and it's coming. On Podcast #67 we discuss some of the World Economic Forum's plans for the great reset and what we can to minimize the effects in our lives. While we may not be able to stop this impending global catastrophe, we can take actions to manage its consequences in our lives. Start now before it's too late!

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While the weather outside might not be screaming gardening, the calendar is telling you it’s getting to that time. As we inch closer to our last frost dates we need to start preparing for spring, it will be here before you know it. That is why on podcast #66 we are talking about some of the items we will be trying in our garden for the first time this year. It’s always a great idea to venture out and try new things and your garden should be no different. Why not try a variety you can’t get at the local grocer or the farmers market? All items we discuss are from Baker Creek Whole Seed Catalog.

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On the 65th edition of the podcast we are taking a look at what we can be doing to prepare ourselves for spring. The weather may not be ideal for planting but soon enough it will come and when it does you want to be prepared. Make your sping plans now so you have a leg up going into the season. Don't let the time run out and miss an opportunity to provide for your family.

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On the 64th edition of the podcast we are discussing a round table of news stories that just got me going. First we discuss the fear medical experts and the media are trying to provoke with a warning about gathering for Christmas. Next we talk about a dentist damaging patients teeth to bill insurance. Lastly we take a look at a New York woman facing felony charges for owning inoperable firearms.

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On the 63rd editon of the podcast we take a look at "The Vaccine". We discuss the impending rush of the covid vaccine. We take a look at all the unanswered questions that the experts have no information on yet are ready to push the vaccine. We also take a moment to discuss the NFL's racist Vincent rule that was implimented just months ago.

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On the 62nd Edition of the Podcast we are talking Masks. With all the mask mandates out there due to Covid we try to take a real look at if they really do anything. We are looking at a new study from Denmark on mask use as well as the WHO recommendations for masks and the potential hazards.

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On the 61st edition of the podcast we are talking vaccines. With the Covid vaccine coming we take a look at what a new vaccine is doing to people in Africa. We are also discussing other times in history when our government has used people are guinea pigs for testing.

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With election season upon us and all the controversy surrounding it we are talking voter fraud. Is there any validity to the Presidents claims? Has voter fraud been an issue in past elections? and if so on what scale? Well on Podcast #60 we will be answering all these questions.

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So you are into prepping but your significant other... well... not so much. How are you going to get them on board with your desire to protect your family from potential hardships? Well, we can help. On Podcast #59 we give you some tips for getting that reluctant spouse on board. From purchasing a little extra at the grocery store to planting the seed of doubt. Wanna know more? Give a listen.

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Winter is Coming!! On the 58th Edition of the podcast we are talking winter preparedness. Now is the time to get your winter preps in order before the cold sets in and it's to late. We are discussing everything from emergency car kits to alternative heating option. Individual needs may very, but we will get you started in the right direction.

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On this edition of the podcast we are talking workplace emergencies. As preppers we tend to focus our attention on home preparedness, forgetting we spend a lot of time at the workplace. That is why we are discussing preparations for potential workplace emergencies, from power outages to active shooters. There is no predicting when or where you will be when disaster strikes, so be prepared!

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As we continue our "The Time to Prepare is NOW!!" series we are talking hunter gatherer skills. It's time for all of us to either learn or enhance our hunting, fishing, foraging, wild edible recognition skills. Knowing what wild plants are available in your area could be the difference between life and death come another depression.

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On Part 3 of "The Time to Prepare is Now" series we discuss preparing your finances. We have seen a lot of Americans financially struggling through the pandemic. Lots of jobs were lost and businesses closed. Now is the time to do all you can to pay down your debts and build some reserves. Now is the time to prepare a budget and reduce expenses. Now is the time to turn that hobby into a side hustle.

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Continuing our "The Time to Prepare is NOW!!" Series this week we discuss preparing food by growing your own. Growing small scale indoors throughout the winter months can be done easily with minimal time and effort. Start now small with sprouts, microgreens, or lettuces and reap the benefits in no time. Then when the collapse comes you won't have to rely on the government bread lines, you will have your own.

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With September being National Preparedness month we will begin our "The Time to Prepare is NOW!!" series. On this edition we cover why the time for prepping is now. We discuss the falling rent prices in major cities due to the mass exodus. The impending housing market crash. The broken school system that is failing. The record high stock market which can't go on forever. All of these put together are leading to what could be the worst economic crisis the U.S has ever faced. Prepare NOW!!

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On this edition of the podcast we partake in part 2 of skills we should be teaching our children. This time we discuss essential skills like self defense, using a knife, and reading a map. These will not only help your child know how to protect themselves, but practice of these skills will help them t remain calm should they ever have to put them to use.

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On this edition of the podcast we discuss skills we should be teaching our children. These are essential preparedness skills we should be working on with our kids from an early age. In part 1 we cover gardening, cooking, and preserving foods as well as a couple others. These are not only essential preparedness skills we should have to enhance our self reliance, these are great for our kids to learn to lessen their dependence on the system.

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On the 50th edition of the podcast we discuss a few of the many reason why we should not be trusting our government. We take a look at past events such as Operation Northwoods, Operation Paperclip, and the testing of chemical weapons on our soldiers. We also look at our testing of the affects of STD we administered to other countries as well as our own people. These are just the tip of the iceberg.

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This week on the podcast we discuss why during our current situation you should be preparing. We look at current shortages and how a potential second wave would affect the supply chains. We also discuss the concern of another potential virus out of China that could cause another pandemic.

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On this week's podcast we are talking about what we believe is the coming recession/depression. We talk about why you should be preparing for this pending event. We also discuss an AP article that came out about coronavirus number with the recent protests that have taken place.

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We are in the middle of a Pandemic, infection rate is once again on the rise, States are beginning to lock down again, Civil unrest across the country, Stock market is dropping, and businesses are closing. No this is not a doomsday fiction novel, this is the current state of our society. We need to see the writing on the wall, Now is the time to prepare. Do what you can to prepare your family!

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On this week's podcast we are back to our No Vote November series with the welfare system. We discuss how the welfare system had an affect on the country. We review some welfare statistics and show how the system breeds dependence on the government. We also discuss an interview Dr. Thomas Sowell did where he referenced the welfare system and how it has affected urban communities.

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On this weeks podcast we propose some questions for both sides of the aisle. Taking a look at the hypocrisy of both political parties by asking for government control from one sector but then refusing in the other while not seeing the government control of any kind is not what we truly want.

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On this week's podcast we discuss the current events taking place across the country. We take a look at the events that took place resulting in the death of a man at the hands of a police officer. We talk about a proposed solution to the current system and the responses I received from people who are most clamoring for change.

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On this week's podcast we are talking preparedness for the elderly. Most of us assume our loved ones are in good hands, but we have seen a wide variety of response by our leaders when it comes to elderly care facilities during the COVID19 pandemic. I going to give you some tips and starting points to ensure your loved ones are prepared for any situation that may hit their care facility.

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On this week's podcast we dive into the COVID19 pandemic. We take a look the numbers behind the pandemic. What is the antibody testing results telling us about coronavirus? What affect do these results have on the mortality rate? We also take a look at what is causing young people to die from COVID19. What can the 25 people under 40 in Florida that died from coronavirus tell us about young deaths?

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On this week's podcast we take a look at the current pandemic and what we can learn from it. We look at the different supplies that we depleted, what hardships people faced, and what was deemed nonessential. We discuss what actions we can take to better prepare ourselves for the next pandemic or next event that could cause disruption to our normal everyday lives. How can we be better prepared?

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On this week's podcast we discuss ways you can increase your homes security. There are many ways you can lessen your chances of home invasion by making some simple changes. We talk everything from simple solutions like changing out the screws on your doors strike plate to installing an alarm system. Help keep you family safe by increasing your home security.

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This week on the podcast we discuss gardening and the many different methods you can use to set up your garden. Whether it is the traditional in ground garden our parents and grandparents have used forever or planing in a container we are talking about it. Giving you some of the pros and cons of each method and helping you to decide what may work best for you in your situation. We just want you growing this season.

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On this week's podcast we are talking Covid Quarantine. While we are going stir crazy during this time of "Safer at Home" what can we be doing? How about taking this time to learn a new skill. From cooking to first-aid, gardening to home repairs. Think of something that has interested you but you have never had the time to learn. Well now is the time to hit YouTube University and gain that knowledge. Use this downtime to your advantage to gain that skill you have always wanted. Become more self sufficient and better prepare yourself for the next quarantine.

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This week we discuss some quick growing vegetables we can grow for our survival gardens. With this COVID19 Pandemic many of us are trying to grow food to provide for our families. The problem is vegetables don't grow overnight. Well we go over some of the quicker turn around crops you can grow to feed yourself with a quickness. From sprouts and micorgreens to spinach and beans. Give these a try and feed your family.

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On this week's Podcast we are discussing All the possible edible plants that could be growing in the typical suburban lot. In the midst of all the panic buying preparedness we overlook some common nutrient rich plants that we spend hundreds eradicating from our lawns because we consider them weeds. So with spring around the corner consider not chem-treating your lawn and try some wild edibles.

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This week we start the podcast talking about the recent white house press conference and what we should be keying in on. We also discuss some items we can be purchasing now during this panic buying pandemic. We cover some items people aren't buying that you can be looking for to increase your preparedness level.

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This week on the podcast we give an update on COVID-19. We discuss the current infection numbers. We look at an article which gives us a look into what the real numbers could be. We cover the controls the government are putting into place. What are we doing about it? How far are we willing to let them go?

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This week we reluctantly discuss the Coronavirus. We talk Coronavirus facts. Comparing this "epidemic" statistics to the Flu. We also discuss what we should really be concerned about with the coronavirus. Actions being taken globally that should concern us and what we can be doing to prepare.

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This week we discuss why we all should be growing our own food. We discuss not only the health benefits of growing your own food, but also the financial savings of providing for yourself. It doesn't matter if you are on acres of land or in an apartment you can be growing something to help you become more self sufficient.

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This week's podcast is your call to action! What are you doing this year to help you be more self sufficient? Are you planning a garden? Are you planning on adding chickens? rabbits? bees? Have you made a plan to execute? Now is the time to plan out the details. No matter where you are you can do something to help yourself and your family be less reliant on the system. Do something this year and start planning now!!

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On this week's podcast we continue our series on beginning preps with get home bags. Everyone no matter their preparedness level should have a get home bag. We go over some of the essential items you should be including in your bag. From water to food, from lighters to lights. While we feel your bag should be personalized to your needs, we cover some of the most common items.

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This week we discuss a little history, the great depression. We take a look at events that took place during the great depression. What those events would look like if they took place today. We also talk about what we can do to prepare ourselves for these events

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On this week's podcast we continue our beginning preps series with water. We talk about ways to store water safely for drinking as well as hygiene and cleaning. We go over how much water a person needs per day, and how much water you should be looking to store. We also go over different filtration systems we should be looking into for getting clean water in an emergency.

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This week we continue our beginning preps series discussing alternative methods of cooking food without power. You have stored food, now you need to be able to prepare it for your family. Is camp fire or grilling the best method? Are there more efficient less visible methods of cooking? We cover a multitude of cooking options; Grilling, solar ovens, rocket stoves, jetboil, and butane stoves; just to name a few.

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On this week's podcast we go through 10 items to stockpile for barter during SHTF. From Alcohol to Condoms, Medicine to Batteries, we give you 10 items that will be hot commodities should society fail to exist as we know it today.

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On today's podcast we talk about EDC (Everyday Carry). EDC can be as simple as keys, wallet, cell phone and as extravagant as your imagination can take you. When it comes to EDC it's all about personal preference, your daily activity, as well as what you are willing to carry. Ask 100 different preppers/survivalists about EDC and you will get 100 different answers. I'm giving you my EDC as well as recommendations to get you started on expanding beyond keys, wallet, cell phone. 

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On today's podcast we discuss the benefits of starting your plants from seed vs. buying transplants from the local nursery of big box store. How you can save money starting seeds. Increase your garden's variety of plants by starting seeds. As well as the potential to make money with a small local side hustle selling seed starts. 

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On today's podcast we are talking about what we can be doing during the down days of winter to prepare for spring. This time after the holidays can be a downer for many. If we use this time to map out our plans for spring it can make our execution of our plans much smoother. Plan that new garden bed set up now. Go through your preps and check supplies and dates. Restock items you're short on. There is lots we can be doing to make our transition into spring easier and more efficient.

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On this week's podcast we discuss EMP preparedness. We talk about what an EMP is, and what you can do to prepare yourself and your family for a potential Electomagnetic Pulse. Are we susceptible to an EMP? Has an EMP ever affected us before? What would society look like after an EMP? We cover all these and more.

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On this week's podcast we continue our beginning preps series with first aid. We discuss where you should start with putting together medical supplies and first aid kits. Additionally we touch on some items that you may want to consider as your medical preps grow.

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On this week's podcast we discuss the New York standoff that went viral. We talk about the government extending the Patriot Act when no one was looking. We cover President Trumps stance on vaping and how he should extend that to the war on drugs. We also talk about the busts taking place at CBD shops. Kinda a "No Vote November" show without really being one. 

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On this week's podcast we discuss the current impeachment hearings that are taking place. I give you my thoughts on the lunacy that is taking place. This is yet another reason to withdraw from the system and embrace "No Vote November"!

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This week we ask the question "What are you preparing for?" Each one of us have the potential for different events that could affect our families. Whether it's a hurricane, tornado, blizzard, or earthquake; we each have something. What are we doing to ensure our family is prepared for these events? What are we going to do should disaster strike? These are things we should all be thinking about. This is a call to action!

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On today's podcast we discuss some current topics around the country. We talk about a police shooting that took place on California, Welfare being at a nine year high in New York, The CDC Flu vaccine effectiveness report, and Jerry Jones making a donation to rebuild a Dallas High School football field.

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On today's podcast we continue our series on beginning your journey to preparedness. We discuss putting together a blackout kit for a power outage. We go over what you can do to be ready should you lose power and items you should have on hand. 

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On today's podcast we continue our series on "No Vote November". We discuss the flawed social security system. We go over the truth about social security and how the system was set up to fail from day one. I give you my solution to the problem and talk about how private industry can do it better. 

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On today's podcast we begin our series "No Vote November". We discuss why we need to remove ourselves from the dog & pony show that is our government. We talk about failing government programs that are being done better by private industry. Our example today is USPS.

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On today's podcast we talk about some of the hot button topics the media is currently covering. Why you shouldn't be reacting and how you can stop being triggered by the spooning feeding. We talk about how you can separate yourself from the media frenzy and be open to reality. 

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On today's podcast we continue our series beginning prepping. We dive into starting your food and water storage. We discuss some food items that have an extremely long shelf life. 

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On today's podcast we start our series on beginning your journey to preparedness. We talk about where you should start your prepping. From paying down your debts to gardening to get home bags. Covering the basics to get you started.

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On today's podcast we discuss the truth about the recent measles outbreak and what the media isn't telling us. I give you my thoughts on climate change and how we are being mislead. We then talk about a judge who was sending children to juvenile detention centers for money. 

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Today's podcast we discuss setting up your garden beds. I talk about how I set up my garden beds, what amendments I use for my soil, and what natural fertilizers you can use in your gardens. 

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On today's podcast we discuss a 2020 Presidential candidate who has an idea on eliminating the student loan debt in the U.S. We talk about why I feel keeping backyard chickens is a great idea for anyone who is journeying into preparedness. I also go over my emergency documentation blog and what you should be doing when it comes to documents and being prepared for emergencies. 

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Today's Podcast we discuss some articles that should be opening our eyes. The wasted tax dollars from our government going after Trump's tax returns. The ever increasing national debt. $15 minimum wage hikes and how it's affecting jobs, and robots that are replacing those jobs.

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On today's Podcast we discuss a story about an Arizona family torn apart by child protective services because of a child's fever. We talk about Derek Bootle's book Defending the innocent from Child Protective Services. We go over tips on how you can handle the situation should CPS every show up at your home. 

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Today we discuss some of the hot button topics in America right now. We talk about the New Zealand shooting and their ban on guns. The banning of bump stocks and how it could affect every gun owning american. How major tech companies like google are suppressing freedoms by hiding information for conservative sites. We talk about the Mueller report and why it was a big waste of money. Lastly we discuss the Roe V. Wade for Men. 

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On today's Podcast we discuss the recent floods that have been going on around the U.S. and how we can prepare ourselves for not only flooding, but other potential disasters. I give you my thoughts on an article from South Carolina where inmates were let out of prison early. Touch on the most recent college scandal and why it doesn't surprise me. I also talk about what I think it is doing to our children and why we are failing as parents. We then end the show discussing the "Flintstone House" in California and why we shouldn't be infringing on other peoples freedoms if we want to be a free country. 

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In today's Podcast we will discuss Herbs that we consider weeds. We will go over some of the most well know "weeds" that are actually very beneficial to us. We will discuss some of the know uses of these so called "Weeds". 

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This is the second installment of the JTP podcast. In this episode we talk about Taxes, Social Security & Debt. 

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In this First episode of the JTP podcast we introduce ourselves. It's a little introduction to what JTP is all about. Where we came from and how we came to where we are now. Discuss the future of Journey To Preparedness and what we can do to prepare you not only for your Doomsday, but for your Everyday. Thank you for joining us and we hope you enjoy. Peace, Love and All the Above!