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Sunday May 25, 2025
Sunday May 25, 2025
In this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we take a hard look at a grim but realistic scenario: surviving on just 1,000 calories a day. Whether it’s a food shortage, a botched resupply, or you're deep into bug-out territory, knowing how to stretch calories and keep going isn’t just useful — it could save your life.

Sunday May 25, 2025
Prepping 2.0 | Ep341: Reminisce With Our Pasts Guests
Sunday May 25, 2025
Sunday May 25, 2025
In Episode 341, we listen to some of the touching thoughts from past guests as we transition from the weekly show to the live show. Learn more about our podcast at Prepping 2-0.com

Sunday May 25, 2025
Survival Punk | Ep420: The 10 Cs of Survival: Building a Smarter Bug-Out Bag
Sunday May 25, 2025
Sunday May 25, 2025
In this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re going back to basics — and that’s a good thing. Whether you’re building your first bug-out bag or refining your tenth, the 10 Cs of survival are your foundation. Made popular by survival expert Dave Canterbury, the 10 Cs are ten categories of gear that cover everything you truly need — without the fluff or fantasy.

Sunday May 25, 2025
Survival Punk | Ep419: Stuck at Work When SHTF: Get-Home Plans That Work
Sunday May 25, 2025
Sunday May 25, 2025
In this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re tackling a realistic but often overlooked scenario — what if the world falls apart while you’re at work? Most people spend 8+ hours a day away from home. If something goes down — power grid failure, civil unrest, major natural disaster — you might be miles from your gear, your family, and your safety plan.

Wednesday May 21, 2025
Wednesday May 21, 2025
In Episode 78 of The Kershner Files, Dave provides updates for PMs, Survival Realty, and Gun Shows. After all of that, we discuss the latest updates to the davidjkershner.com website with the new HAM 101 page (under the Resources menu). Dave also spends some time discussing long term food storage and the importance of keeping a good running inventory. He closes the show with two articles from Michael Snyder’s ‘The Economic Collapse’ blog dealing with solar flares affecting not only seismic activity on the planet but Dave also believes it is adversely affecting human activity as well . Articles/topics discussed:
Two Rivers Outfitter - The Premiere Online Preparedness Store
DesignsbyDandTStore - Dave’s Etsy Shop for fun clothing options
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
HAM 101 - from the davidjkershner.com website
As The Sun Goes Nuts, Unusual Natural Disasters Are Occurring All Over The Globe by Michael Snyder from The Economic Collapse blog
Wars And Rumors Of Wars: 4 Major Global Conflicts That Have Reached A Tipping Point by Michael Snyder from The Economic Collapse blog
Support Dave by visiting his new website at Two Rivers Outfitter for all of your preparedness needs and you can also visit his Etsy shop at DesignsbyDandTStore for fun clothing options.
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)
Available for Purchase - Non-Fiction:
Preparing to Prepare (electronic/paperback) | Home Remedies (electronic/paperback) | Just a Small Gathering (paperback) | Just a Small Gathering (electronic)

Tuesday May 20, 2025
Tuesday May 20, 2025
Teaching your kids about disaster readiness and crisis management is crucial in today's world. As a parent, it's essential to instill a survival mindset in your children, so they're prepared for any unexpected situation. Having a family disaster plan in place can be the difference between safety and danger. In this video, we'll discuss the importance of prepping basics, risk assessment, and community support in building community resilience. By educating your kids about family preparedness, you'll be giving them the tools they need to stay safe and thrive in the face of uncertainty. Learn how to create a safety checklist and start the conversation with your kids about the importance of being prepared.
Find The Safest Family On The Block at Bookshop.org https://bookshop.org/p/books/safest-family-on-the-block/21613289?ean=9781594399923&next=t

Tuesday May 20, 2025
Survival Punk | Ep418: Cooking from the Pantry: No Store, No Problem
Tuesday May 20, 2025
Tuesday May 20, 2025
In this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re cracking open the pantry — not to snack, but to survive. Whether you’re facing a power outage, snowed in, or riding out supply chain chaos, being able to cook real meals from shelf-stable food is a core prepper skill. No fresh meat. No last-minute grocery runs. Just you, your stash, and your creativity.

Tuesday May 20, 2025
Tuesday May 20, 2025
This isn’t just about comfort. Sleep affects judgment, energy, mood, and decision-making — all critical when everything’s on the line.

Friday May 16, 2025
Ep416: Outdoor Cooking for Preppers: Mastering Meals Without a Kitchen
Friday May 16, 2025
Friday May 16, 2025
In this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re firing up the topic of outdoor cooking — not just for fun, but for real-world preparedness. Whether you’re trying to beat the summer heat, deal with a blackout, or sharpen your SHTF cooking skills, learning to cook outside is one of the most practical and underrated prepper skills out there.

Friday May 16, 2025
Survival Punk | Ep415: Prepping Without Fear: Confidence Over Panic
Friday May 16, 2025
Friday May 16, 2025
In this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re tackling something that doesn’t come in a Mylar bag or ammo can: your mindset. Prepping is supposed to make you feel more in control, not more afraid. But too many people spiral into doomscrolling, panic-buying, or feeling hopeless.