20 Tips on Taking Care of Those What-Ifs of Life
20 Tips on Taking Care of Those What-Ifs of Life: Are you prepared for the unexpected? This week’s episode of Ready Radio dives deep into essential tips for managing life’s uncertainties. Have you ever wondered how to stock up on the right supplies without breaking the bank? Or why rotating your food storage is crucial for long-term preparedness? John also discusses how to handle minor emergencies at home, potentially saving you a trip to urgent care. Curious about how you can support the show or become a sponsor? Tune in to find out how you can be a part of the Ready Radio community and stay prepared for whatever life throws your way!
00:03 – Introduction to Ready Radio
01:00 – Up Phone: A Secure Communication Device. John introduces a unique device called the “Up Phone,” an iPhone-like device that is entirely off the grid, ensuring privacy and security.
06:00 – 26 Ultimate Tips for Bugging In. The main segment begins, focusing on tips for bugging in, staying safe, and being prepared. John mentions that while the list is titled “26 tips,” John noted 20, combining some suggestions.
07:30 – Know Your Crew. John emphasizes the importance of understanding the needs of those you will be with during a bug-in scenario, including pets, children, and individuals with medical needs.
08:50 – Know Your Location and Surrounding. The discussion moves to understanding your location, the potential threats in your area, and the importance of having a game plan based on your environment.
12:00 – Understanding Home Security. John advises listeners to know every part of their home, how it can be defended, and possible escape routes.
13:30 – Mapping Your Surroundings. The importance of having a physical map of your area is discussed, especially in scenarios where digital tools may fail.
16:00 – The Reality of Being Tracked. A reflection on the inevitability of being tracked in modern society, even with secure devices, and how to minimize exposure.
18:00 – The Unseen Threat of Flooding. John raises a less-discussed issue: the potential for flooding if infrastructure fails, particularly in flood-prone areas.
20:00 – New Sponsor: BP Appraisals. The show introduces a new sponsor, BP Appraisals, which specializes in appraisals for cars, guns, and collections. It reminds listeners to consider their services for estate planning and other needs.
26:20 – Discussion on Financial Priorities and Stockpiling. John shares his wife’s observation about how some people may struggle to afford back stock and emphasizes the importance of planning and saving to make bulk purchases more cost-effective.
27:00 – The Importance of Planning Ahead. Charlie and Jim join the conversation, agreeing on the need to plan ahead and chip away at stockpiling gradually, highlighting the benefits of purchasing items on sale.
28:00 – Risks of Building in Flood Zones. The discussion shifts to the dangers of building homes in flood zones, with examples from Colorado and the role of cash in influencing building permits.
30:00 – Apocalyptic Scenarios and Infrastructure Failures. Jim and John talk about the potential for catastrophic flooding if reservoirs and dams fail, especially in Colorado, and how these scenarios are often overlooked in apocalyptic literature.
32:00 – Community Defense and Preparedness. Jim discusses the concept of community defense in apocalyptic scenarios, such as securing a cul-de-sac, and John reflects on how few people are truly prepared for long-term survival challenges.
53:23 – Closing Remarks and Invitation to Sponsor. John invites listeners to participate in the show by sponsoring or promoting relevant products and businesses, emphasizing the importance of community involvement.
54:02 – Sponsorship Opportunities. John explains that he personally funds the show’s airtime and is open to various sponsorship opportunities that align with the show’s themes.
55:01 – Importance of Stockpiling the Right Items. John stresses the need to stockpile useful items that you will eventually use, encouraging listeners to start small and gradually build their supplies.
55:50 – Rotating Supplies and Saving Money. He advises on the importance of rotating supplies to prevent waste and mentions how having a well-stocked first aid kit can save money by reducing trips to urgent care.
56:28 – Ready Radio Products and Listener Suggestions. John invites listeners to check out the products featured on Ready Radio’s website and to suggest any new items they’d like to see reviewed or added.
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“I don’t consider us a quote-unquote “prepper show.” I consider us a show to handle the “what-ifs” of life. And that could be everything from, yes, a global disaster or a simple bike crash, a car accident, or you fall on the ice. I mean, there are all sorts of things that come along that create a crisis, and I want to give people a way to prevent those and or handle them when they come along.” – John Rush
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