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PrepperNet's Prepping Academy | Data Breaches & Hacks Update – Protecting Your Digital Life

Podcast Summary – Prepping Academy Podcast: “Data Breaches & Hacks Update – Protecting Your Digital Life”
In this week’s episode of The Prepping Academy Podcast, we dive deep into the world of data breaches, cyberattacks, and online privacy — and what you can do right now to protect yourself. From the latest major corporate hacks to the quiet data leaks that expose your personal information on the dark web, we break down the biggest threats of 2025 and how they impact preppers, patriots, and everyday Americans.
Host Forrest Garvin, founder of PrepperNet and cybersecurity expert, shares real-world updates on the most recent U.S. data breaches, the tactics hackers are using today, and why even “secure” companies are falling victim. You’ll learn the top five steps to safeguard your identity, prevent tracking, and lock down your devices before it’s too late.
If you value your privacy, your freedom, and your digital security, this episode is a must-listen. Don’t miss the essential tools and strategies every prepper should have in place to stay anonymous, secure, and one step ahead of the next cyber threat.
Keywords: data breaches 2025, cybersecurity, online privacy, hacking updates, PrepperNet, Prepping Academy Podcast, digital security, identity protection, personal data leaks, Forrest Garvin.
 
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Survival Punk | Ep531: The Government Shutdown & The Looming SNAP Cut-Off

Hey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com — and today we’re tackling something real scary: what happens when the system that feeds millions grinds to a halt. In this episode we break down how the current federal shutdown is putting Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) at risk, how many families are walking the tightrope right now, and what you as a prepper can do to stay ahead of the chaos.

Survival Punk | Ep530: Where Have All the Antivirals Gone?

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The Lightning Round | Ep228: FBI Sting, Young Repub, Gen Z for Newsom, National Debt, Resistance

In Episode 229, Dave riffs his way through numerous topics this week. First up is the NBA gambling sting. From there he reviews the pause on CBP Agents being sent to San Francisco and then segues into trannies fleeing the US and Young Republicans getting eviscerated by the GOP. After that, Dave continues with a review of Gen Z Republicans propping up Newsom’s public image because he looks the part while denigrating J.D. Vance. Idiots. Then he spends a fair amount of time discussing the new national debt numbers and the deployment of a carrier strike group to the Caribbean. Dave closes the show discussing two articles highlighting the violent rhetoric from the left but it’s the right that needs to tone things down? Article Links:
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 and merchandise options. Two Rivers Outfitter merchandise is available on both the Two Rivers Outfitter and the davidjkershner.com websites.
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)

Survival Punk | Ep529: Barter Like a Pro

Hey, it’s James from SurvivalPunk.com, and after a few recording hiccups, we’re finally diving into one of the oldest survival skills in the book—bartering. In this episode, I break down how to make trades that actually work, why taxes make bartering awesome, and why every prepper should start practicing the art of the deal now, not after the collapse.

Christian Prepper | Multitasking Your Preparedness

Ever wonder if your preparedness efforts are actually working against you?
In this eye-opening truck ride episode, we dive into the surprising connection between multitasking habits and preparedness efficiency, sparked by a frustrating Starbucks experience that revealed a crucial preparedness principle.
While most preppers think juggling multiple preparedness projects simultaneously makes them more productive, the reality might shock you – and it's costing you valuable time, money, and progress toward your preparedness goals.
This episode explores the critical difference between harmful multitasking that derails your preparedness plans and the game-changing power of multiple-use items that every serious prepper should prioritize. You'll discover why legendary preparedness items have earned their reputation in the prepping community, and learn how multitools and multi-function gear can revolutionize your prepping strategy without breaking your budget.
We'll challenge you to reimagine your existing gear through a new lens, revealing hidden multiple-use potential in items you already own while providing a practical framework for future preparedness purchases.
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Chasing Ghosts | Ep62: Storming America: One Year Later

This episode examines American landscape one year later and whether the probability of attack is reduced or increased.
My Storming America Series covers the gamut of what the spontaneous attack in the US will look like when terror cells launch a simultaneous attack on the US homeland.
I cover it in Episodes 37, 41-43 and 49-50 of my Chasing Ghosts podcast.
I discuss the outcome of the probable jihadist invasion of America. America is in a unique position in history in which it has facilitated the unfettered invasion of its borders and a large swath of military age males have been granted asylum or gone undetected to link up with legacy underground Islamist and terrorist groups across the country.
References:
John Giduck Terror At Beslan: A Russian Tragedy With Lessons For America's Schools
Timothy Phillips Beslan: The Tragedy of School No. 1
William Forstchen Day of Wrath
Kurt Schlichter The Attack
Karl Dahl
Faction
Faction: With the Crusaders
Matt Bracken:
Enemies Foreign and Domestic.
Foreign Enemies And Traitors.
Domestic Enemies: The Reconquista.
The Red Cliffs of Zerhoun.
Castigo Cay.
Eric Frank Russell The Wasp
Michael Z. Williamson The Weapon (and the entire Freehold series)
Ernest R. May Strange Victory: Hitler’s Conquest of France
Robert Heinlein The Moon is a Harsh Mistress
Robert Asprey War In The Shadows: The Guerrilla In History
Howard Jones My Lai: Vietnam, 1968, and the Descent into Darkness
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The Kershner Files | Ep99: Garden Harvest, Neighborhood Politics, Shutdown News, MAHA, TDS in NC

In Episode 99 of The Kershner Files, Dave dives right into some end of season harvest topics and current events headlines before heading into the usual Survival Realty, Gun Shows, and conferences & convention information. After all of that, Dave discusses a list of ingredients currently banned the world over but are still being served up to Americans. He closes the show discussing an Atlanta based accountant’s TDS and poses a hypothetical question. 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
Conferences and Conventions - from the davidjkershner.com website
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 and merchandise options. Two Rivers Outfitter merchandise is available on both the Two Rivers Outfitter and the davidjkershner.com websites.
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)

Survival Punk | Ep528: Winter Is Coming (2025 Edition)

Every fall, I drop a “Winter Is Coming” episode, but this one hits different. After five failed recording attempts and a cursed mic, I finally got it done — and I’m diving deeper than just telling you to “buy extra blankets.” This one’s about seasonal strategy, prepping for power loss, and fine-tuning your pantry before the freeze hits.

The Christian Prepper | Power is a Force Multiplier in a Grid Down Event

When the lights go out and society grinds to halt, what separates those who thrive from those who merely survive?
The answer lies in understanding force multipliers - the strategic tools and capabilities that amplify your preparedness efforts exponentially.
In this episode, Todd explores one of the most critical force multipliers every serious prepper must master: independent power generation. Drawing from real-world experience including hurricane responses, grid failures, and extended outages, this discussion reveals why power independence isn't just a convenience - it's a fundamental cornerstone of true preparedness. You'll discover the layered approach to power security that transforms your family from vulnerable to resilient, whether facing a simple power outage or a complete grid down scenario.
Todd breaks down practical strategies that work across multiple threat levels, from everyday blackouts to SHTF situations, showing how the right power solutions become true force multipliers in any crisis.
For Christian preppers serious about protecting their families, this episode delivers the foundational knowledge needed to build robust power independence. These aren't theoretical concepts - they're strategies that make the difference between comfort and misery when the generator becomes your lifeline and preparedness planning proves its worth.
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