Practical Prepping Podcast

Cold, Dark, and Dangerous: Surviving a Winter Storm in Your Car

When people get stuck in a winter storm, their instincts often push them toward the most dangerous choice they can make. In this episode, we’re exposing the biggest blizzard survival myths—and explaining why staying in your car, managing heat correctly, and avoiding carbon monoxide could save your life. Download The Episode Here"The 31-Day Devotional For Preppers"If you find value in what we do, would you be willing to give back a little?You can do that one of several ways.     Go to our support page               OR     By starting your Amazon shopping from our website? --->  CLICK HERE        (We earn from qualifying Amazon purchases)Contact us:Practical PreppingWebsiteOur Sponsors:Practical Prepping BooksProof Minimalist Wallets (Discount code PREPPER)ProLine Digital Group   Website  Email1791gunleather.com (Discount code: PREP15) SurfsharkPodcast music written and recorded by Krista LawleyWebsite design and hosting by ProLine Digital Group.Podcasts Copyright 2025, P3 Media Group, LLC, and Practical Prepping Podcast

12 Must Have Items for Prepping, Survival, and Self Reliance

In this episode, Mark and Krista dive into twelve essential categories of preparedness gear, not specific brands or fancy gadgets, but foundational items that every prepper should have ready. From water and food to cash and fire‑starting tools, this conversation is a practical guide for building or improving your emergency supplies.They share personal experiences, listener insights, and even a few laughs (yes, including a very nerdy H₂O joke) while keeping things rooted in real‑world preparedness wisdom. Other episodes mentioned:Episode # 344, “Ways to catch rainwaterEpisode # 327, “Seven ways to purify water”Episode # 385, “Eight things to consider in selecting the perfect flashlight for you” Episode # 280, “Protecting your family without firearms”Episode # 336, “Selecting firearms that are right for you.”Also In This Episode:     Expanded Show Notes     Download The Episode Here     "The 31-Day Devotional For Preppers"If you find value what we do, would you be willing to give back a little?You can do that one of several ways.     Go to our support page               OR     By starting your Amazon shopping from our website? --->  CLICK HERE        (We earn from qualifying Amazon purchases)Contact us:Practical PreppingWebsiteOur Sponsors:Practical Prepping BooksProof Minimalist Wallets (Discount code PREPPER)ProLine Digital Group   Website  Email1791gunleather.com (Discount code: PREP15) SurfsharkPodcast music written and recorded by Krista LawleyWebsite design and hosting by ProLine Digital Group.Podcasts Copyright 2025, P3 Media Group, LLC, and Practical Prepping Podcast

Building an Urban Get‑Home‑Bag; Surviving in the City

You’re halfway across the city when the power grid goes down. Streets jam. Transit stops. Your phone’s dead, and there’s no Uber, no train, no help coming. How long would it take you to get home — and what would you need to survive the trip? Today, we’re talking about building an Urban Get‑Home‑Bag — your lifeline when city life stops working. Imagine your power goes out tonight; no lights, no phone charger, no warning. Could you navigate your home in the dark, cook a meal without electricity, or contact your family if the grid stayed down for days? In this episode, we’re going into simple, no‑cost and low‑cost prepping steps that build real resilience, things you can do right now with what you already have. From making a family code word to crafting DIY fire starters, you’ll learn how to get prepared without spending big, just planning smart.Mentioned In This Episode:      Water 3.0 Sourcing, Purifying, and Storing Water Course     Expanded Show Notes     Download The Episode Here     Click here for the Free Guide on "Storing And Rotating Water" (Third in the series)     "The 31-Day Devotional For Preppers"If you find value what we do, would you be willing to give back a little?You can do that one of several ways.     Go to our support page               OR     By starting your Amazon shopping from our website? --->  CLICK HERE        (We earn from qualifying Amazon purchases)Contact us:Practical PreppingWebsiteOur Sponsors:Practical Prepping BooksProof Minimalist Wallets (Discount code PREPPER)ProLine Digital Group   Website  Email1791gunleather.com (Discount code: PREP15) SurfsharkPodcast music written and recorded by Krista LawleyWebsite design and hosting by ProLine Digital Group.Podcasts Copyright 2025, P3 Media Group, LLC, and Practical Prepping Podcast

Building Resilience Without Spending a Fortune: Eighteen No-Cost and Low‑Cost Prepping Activities

Imagine your power goes out tonight; no lights, no phone charger, no warning. Could you navigate your home in the dark, cook a meal without electricity, or contact your family if the grid stayed down for days? In this episode, we’re going into simple, no‑cost and low‑cost prepping steps that build real resilience, things you can do right now with what you already have. From making a family code word to crafting DIY fire starters, you’ll learn how to get prepared without spending big, just planning smart.Mentioned In This Episode:     Expanded Show Notes     Download The Episode Here     Click here for the Free Guide on "Clean And Treat Before Filling, Because Clean Storage Equals Safe Water" (Second in the series)     "The 31-Day Devotional For Preppers"     Battery BuddyIf you find value what we do, would you be willing to give back a little?You can do that one of several ways.     Go to our support page               OR     By starting your Amazon shopping from our website? --->  CLICK HERE        (We earn from qualifying Amazon purchases)Contact us:Practical PreppingWebsiteOur Sponsors:Practical Prepping BooksProof Minimalist Wallets (Discount code PREPPER)ProLine Digital Group   Website  Email1791gunleather.com (Discount code: PREP15) SurfsharkPodcast music written and recorded by Krista LawleyWebsite design and hosting by ProLine Digital Group.Podcasts Copyright 2025, P3 Media Group, LLC, and Practical Prepping Podcast

Don’t Drink That! Busting 12 Common Water Myths in Prepping

Water is essential for survival, especially in emergency situations. Today, we debunk twelve common myths and misconceptions about water preparedness within the prepping community. Knowing the truth can help you stay safe and hydrated when it matters most. Mentioned In This Episode:Expanded Show NotesDownload The Episode HereFree Guide on "Choosing The Right Water Storage Containers"If you find value what we do, would you be willing to give back a little?You can do that one of several ways.     Go to our support page               OR     By starting your Amazon shopping from our website? --->  CLICK HERE        (We earn from qualifying Amazon purchases)Contact us:Practical PreppingWebsiteOur Sponsors:Practical Prepping BooksProof Minimalist Wallets (Discount code PREPPER)ProLine Digital Group   Website  Email1791gunleather.com (Discount code: PREP15) SurfsharkPodcast music written and recorded by Krista LawleyWebsite design and hosting by ProLine Digital Group.Podcasts Copyright 2025, P3 Media Group, LLC, and Practical Prepping Podcast