Christian Prepper | Politics and Faith and Those People

Have you ever let a disagreement over politics and faith destroy a relationship that took years to build? In a world where division seems to be at a fever pitch, Christian preppers face a unique challenge—maintaining the connections and community networks that true preparedness requires while navigating the landmines of political and religious discourse. Todd draws from his years of experience curating preparedness content to explore why the ability to engage with people who hold different viewpoints isn't just a social nicety—it's a critical preparedness skill that could determine the strength of your network when it matters most.
This episode dives deep into the cost of allowing politics and faith to sever the relationships that form the backbone of any serious preparedness strategy. Todd examines why politicians and public figures don't care about the friendships and family bonds that get sacrificed in their name, and challenges listeners to consider a more mature approach to dialogue. For preppers who understand that community and trusted relationships are among the most valuable assets in any crisis scenario, this conversation offers essential perspective on protecting those bonds without compromising your core values.
The ability to find shared values with others—even those across the aisle—may prove invaluable when survival and preparedness matter more than political allegiance. Christian preppers who master this skill position themselves to build stronger, more resilient communities. Listen now and consider how you might strengthen your relationships while staying true to your faith and convictions.

Prepping Academy | Grid Down Comms Up Discusses Verizon and Snowmageddon

In today's episode, Patrick with Grid Down Comms Up discusses winter preps and observations from last week's Verizon Wireless outage. With a massive winter storm on the horizon, determining how much heat and fuel you need is critical to being prepared. Electricity for critical power needs from batteries and generators can keep us operational and provide a bit of normalcy. Are you ready? Observations from the recent Verizon outage include second- and third-order impacts of a fragile telecommunications system, and considerations as our systems become more fragile and have lower uptime than the historical norm. Do you have a plan for conducting business and coordinating with loved ones when a surprise software glitch disrupts your day? 
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The Kershner Files | Ep112: BRICS is Online - Financial Sector is About to Have Some Issues

In Episode 112 of The Kershner Files, Dave starts the show by talking through a TON of current event/headlines that directly affects us and our preparedness planning. From there, he dives into the current spot prices for gold and silver, Survival Realty, gun shows, and conferences/conventions. After all of that, Dave closes the show discussing the BRICS System coming online and what that means for the US financial sector.
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Spot Prices for Gold (Au) and Silver (Ag) - from the davidjkershner.com website
Survival Realty - featured properties and new listings
State-by-State Gun Shows - from the davidjkershner.com website
Conferences and Conventions - from the davidjkershner.com website
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Available for Purchase - Fiction:
When Rome Stumbles | Hannibal is at the Gates | By the Dawn’s Early Light | Colder Weather | A Time for Reckoning (paperback versions) | Fiction Series (paperback) | Fiction Series (audio)
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Preparing to Prepare (electronic/paperback) | Home Remedies (electronic/paperback) | Just a Small Gathering (paperback) | Just a Small Gathering (electronic)

War Notes | Ep20: The Jerboa That Squeaked: Broke and Woke NATO on the Warpath

“If in 10 years, all American troops stationed in Europe for national defense purposes have not been returned to the United States, then this whole project [NATO] will have failed.”
-General of the Army Dwight Eisenhower, February, 1951
 
The Greenland debacle is bringing the NATO relationship into better focus on just how bad the EU/SSR has become.
America should take a non-interventionist pause and get its internal house in order before standing astride the world again and lighting fires that never go away and continuously make things worse.
The US a deep history in Greenland:
1867: Andrew Johnson: explored buying Greenland & Iceland (right after Alaska).
WWII: FDR: U.S. took over Greenland’s defense while Denmark was occupied.
1946: Truman: offered $100M in gold to buy it.
Cold War: Eisenhower → Kennedy: nonstop negotiations for bases, radar, missiles.
Post–Cold War: Clinton/Bush/Obama: expanded Arctic security & missile defense.
2019: Trump said publicly what presidents discussed privately for 150+ years.
The U.S. didn’t “suddenly” want Greenland.
It’s been defending it, negotiating it, and embedding there since the 1800s.
Greenland = Arctic power, shipping lanes, missiles, minerals, and bases.
Trump didn’t invent it.
He said the quiet part out loud.
There is a realpolitik logic to the concerns.
Stop the madness.
First part here: Ep 009 “Fixing Fight Club: Just Say No to NATO: Part One”
Second part here: Ep 016 “Fixing Fight Club: Just Say No to NATO: Part Two”
References:
Defense of Greenland: Agreement Between the United States and the Kingdom of Denmark, April 27, 1951
Winning The Salvo Competition: Rebalancing America’s Air And Missile Defenses
The Russian Reconnaissance Fire Complex Comes of Age
Nyet Means Nyet (William Burns 2008)
Pat Buchanan Where Does NATO Enlargement End?
DoS Cable: NATO ENLARGEMENT: RUSSIAN ASSERTIONS REGARDING THE TWO-PLUS-FOUR AGREEMENT ON GERMAN UNIFICATION
Books:
Edward Bernays Propaganda
Sevim Dagdelen NATO: A Reckoning with the Atlantic Alliance
Matt Kennard The Racket: A Rogue Reporter vs The American Empire
Daniel Ellsberg The Doomsday Machine: Confessions of a Nuclear War Planner
Scott Horton Provoked: How Washington Started the New Cold War with Russia and the Catastrophe in Ukraine
Nassim Taleb Incerto: Fooled by Randomness, The Black Swan, The Bed of Procrustes, Antifragile, Skin in the Game
Mark Gunzinger & Bryan Clark Winning the Salvo Competition: Rebalancing America’s Air and Missile Defense
Christian Brose The Kill Chain: Defending America in the Future of High-Tech Warfare
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Survival and Basic Badass Prepper Podcast | Is Solo Prepping a Survival Strategy or Fast Track to Failure?

Discover the truth about solo prepping and whether it's a viable survival strategy or a recipe for disaster. In this video, we'll delve into the pros and cons of prepping alone, exploring the potential benefits of increased flexibility and autonomy, as well as the drawbacks of limited resources and support. We'll examine real-life scenarios and expert opinions to help you decide if solo prepping is right for you. Whether you're a seasoned prepper or just starting out, this video will provide you with valuable insights and practical tips to enhance your survival skills and increase your chances of success in the face of uncertainty. Learn how to assess your own strengths and weaknesses, and make informed decisions about your prepping strategy. Join us as we explore the world of solo prepping and uncover the secrets to surviving and thriving in a world that's full of unexpected challenges.
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Survival Punk | Ep577: The Gear You’ll Never Use (And Why You Bought It Anyway)

There’s a lot of gear that looks cool, feels cool to buy, and then quietly sits in a closet for years. In this episode, I’m talking about the stuff that rarely gets used — the gear you bought anyway — and how to think about whether it was a smart purchase or just fantasy prepping. Some of this gear is absolutely worth owning even if you never use it. Other gear should probably be getting a lot more reps than it does.

Ready Your Future | SHTF Cleaning: How to Disinfect and Sanitize Your Home When the Supply Chain Collapses

Most preppers have stockpiled food, water, and medical supplies, but far fewer have seriously considered what happens when the cleaning products run out. In a prolonged SHTF scenario, sanitation isn't a convenience—it's the difference between a manageable situation and a cascading health crisis that can take down an entire household. The flu doesn't stop because supply chains have collapsed. Foodborne illness doesn't care that you can't run to the store for more disinfectant. If your preparedness plan relies on commercial cleaners with limited shelf lives, you may be far less prepared than you think.
In this episode, Todd breaks down the essential knowledge every serious prepper needs for maintaining a sanitary living environment when resupply isn't an option. You'll learn which common items offer indefinite shelf stability for SHTF cleaning purposes, why the solutions you've read about in prepper forums may not work the way you assume, and the critical distinctions that could mean the difference between effective disinfection and false confidence. This isn't about stockpiling more products—it's about understanding the science behind sanitation so you can adapt and create what you need from shelf-stable supplies you can store for years.
The ability to maintain a clean, disease-free environment is a fundamental skill that protects everything else you've worked to build. These aren't theoretical concerns—they're the practical realities that will define quality of life in any extended grid-down or collapse scenario.
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Survival Punk | Ep576: Staying Out of the Crazy Cities

It’s 20 degrees, my voice is finally back, and today we’re talking about something that keeps coming up more and more — staying out of the crazy cities. This episode isn’t about doom porn or internet outrage. It’s about pattern recognition, personal safety, and why distance matters. Not emotional distance. Physical distance.

Survival Punk | Ep575: Eat Cheap Without Eating Garbage

Eating cheap doesn’t mean eating like crap — but a lot of people act like it does. In this episode, I talk through how to eat affordably without wrecking your health, why fast food is a scam now, and how boring, repeatable food choices actually win long term.

Christian Prepper | The Silent Ones

What happens when the faithful stay silent while a vocal few reshape the world around them? In this thought-provoking episode, Todd examines a pattern that Christian preppers cannot afford to ignore—how small, loud minorities consistently move culture, policy, and community standards while the majority sits quietly on the sidelines, assuming everything will work out. From workplace dynamics to online communities, the evidence is clear: silence is not neutrality, and those who value faith, family, and preparedness are often the ones least likely to speak up when it matters most.
This episode challenges the silent majority mindset that has left many Christian preppers watching from the sidelines as the things they value erode around them. Todd shares real-world examples of how strategic, kind, and purposeful communication can create meaningful change—and why coming to the table with respect rather than hostility opens doors that aggressive tactics never will. More importantly, he pushes listeners to take an honest inventory of their own values and consider where their voice might be needed in their church, community, workplace, or beyond.
For preppers who understand that true preparedness extends beyond stockpiles and skills, this episode delivers an essential reminder: knowing what you value and being willing to stand for it is fundamental to the Christian prepper lifestyle. The next time you see a vocal minority pushing against something you hold dear, consider whether your silence is serving your family, your faith, and your future—or working against them.
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