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Survival Punk | Ep411: Prepper Clothes on a Dime: Thrift Scores, Yard Sale Finds, and Smart Storage

In this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re talking prepper clothing — not tactical cosplay, but real-world clothes that keep you alive, mobile, and ready for anything. The best part? You don’t have to spend a fortune. From thrift stores to yard sales, we cover how to find quality gear dirt cheap — and how to store it so it’s ready when you need it.
Why Clothing Matters in Preparedness
When the grid goes down, your clothes become your shelter, your protection, and your armor. But most folks are unprepared — they have a closet full of cotton and nothing fit for cold, wet, or rugged conditions.
Prepping your wardrobe is about:
Layering smart for all seasons
Durability that can handle rough use
Neutral colors for blending in
Comfort and function over fashion

The Kershner Files | Ep77: Communal Living (Doubling Up) Considerations, HAM Frequencies and Definitions

In Episode 77 of The Kershner Files, Dave provides updates for PMs, Survival Realty, and Gun Shows. After all of that, we go on a winding journey through several current event topics related to reasons to NOT be resting on your laurels. After that, Dave reviews his trip to Florida and how it informed his ill conceived notions pertaining to communal living (aka doubling up). Dave closes the show discussing communication frequencies. 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 Radio Secret Frequencies You Should Know About by Ask a Prepper Staff
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)

Survival 2.0 | Ep339: What is the Difference Between Prepping and Homesteading?

In Episode 339, we compare and contrast what it means to be a homesteader and what it means to be a prepper. Is there a difference? Check out our sponsors Survival Garden Seeds, ProOne Water Filters, EMP Shield, Numanna Foods. Learn more about our podcast at Prepping 2-0.com

PrepperNet's Prepper Acedemy | Free Crypto Webinar and MORE!!! - Public Service Announcement

Special Public Service Announcement – Free Crypto WebinaIn this brief Public Service Announcement, I’m sharing an exciting opportunity for you to join my upcoming free live webinar, “The Case for Cryptocurrency.” 
This isn’t a full podcast episode, but I wanted to let you know about this important event and why it’s a must-attend for anyone curious about cryptocurrency or looking to secure their financial future. During the webinar, I’ll explain why now is the time to embrace crypto and how it can empower you to stay ahead in a rapidly changing world.
Registration is free—just head to preppingacademy.com/crypto to sign up today.
Thank you for being part of our community, and I look forward to seeing you at the webinar.
Stay safe, and we’ll catch up in the next full episode!
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Survival Punk | Ep410: DIY Health: Taking Control of Your Body and Medicine Cabinet

In this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we tackle one of the most overlooked areas in preparedness — your health. You can have all the gear in the world, but if your body breaks down or you rely on a system that’s collapsing, you’re in trouble. This episode is about taking your health into your own hands — from getting in shape to prepping meds and treating minor issues without waiting on a doctor.

Survival Punk | Ep409: Hobo Code: Lost Survival Wisdom from the Rail Riders

In this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we ride the rails back in time to explore the forgotten survival system of the American hobo. During the Great Depression, hobos were more than just drifters — they were tactical survivors who developed a network of symbols, signals, and strategies to navigate a collapsing society.

Von Wehunt | Ep4: Bachelors Guide to the Galoaxy

WELCOME TO THE BACHELOR'S GUIDE TO THE GALAXY RADIO SHOW AND PODCAST AMERICA....!! We welcome you into the Bachelor's Den and in all its Wild Abandon.....so put on your red velvet smoking jacket and grab your Hugh Hefner pipe and we will delve into all things in the Bachelor Universe. Retro parties, travel, chicks, MGTOW, expat living, cool cars, cool gadgets, great callers and awesome music fill the Bachelor's Den by the roaring fire to keep our Playboy Mansion and bunnies warm at night....

Survival Punk | Ep 408: Atlas Shrugged in Real Life – Are We Living Ayn Rand’s Collapse?

The Warning Wrapped in Fiction
Ayn Rand’s Atlas Shrugged used to be considered dystopian fiction. Now, for many of us watching the modern world unravel, it feels more like a prophetic blueprint. In this episode, we dive into the eerie parallels between Rand’s vision of a crumbling society—and the slow collapse playing out around us today.
The Rise of Incompetence
In Atlas Shrugged, skilled workers, engineers, and innovators walk away as bureaucrats and paper-pushers take control. Sound familiar? Today, government agencies balloon with red tape while infrastructure, like trains, power grids, and bridges, worsens yearly. Expertise is ignored. Bureaucracy is rewarded. And the people who still know how to do things are being sidelined.
Demonizing the Productive
Rand warned about the demonization of success. Look around: entrepreneurship is labeled “privilege,” working too hard is “toxic,” and profit is a dirty word. In the novel, those who produced were taxed and regulated into silence. In real life, we see a culture that punishes competence and celebrates mediocrity. This isn’t theory—it’s happening now.
Blackouts, Shortages, and Stalled Supply Chains
In the book, trains stop running. Entire cities lose power. Goods vanish from shelves. It’s no longer far-fetched. Between supply chain collapses, energy instability, and labor strikes, we’re seeing real-world echoes of Rand’s fictional breakdown. Factories closing. Supermarkets thin on essentials. Delivery delays are stretching from days to months.
Who Is John Galt?
In Atlas Shrugged, the productive minority goes into hiding, refusing to support a system that punishes effort. In our world, many are quitting high-stress jobs, moving off-grid, or finding ways to live with less government and more independence. That’s where preppers shine—we’ve been preparing for this shift all along.
Lessons for Preppers
Don’t count on the system. It’s already showing cracks.
Reward competence—in yourself and in your community.
Value production over appearances. Skill beats status every time.
Build your parallel systems—food, power, comms, security.
Be ready to walk away from broken structures before they fall on you.
Final Thought
Whether or not you agree with Ayn Rand’s philosophy, one thing’s clear: Atlas Shrugged isn’t just a book anymore. It’s a warning. And it’s being played out in slow motion. Preppers aren’t shocked—we’ve seen it coming. But now it’s time to act like we mean it.
Because when the world shrugs… you’d better be standing.

Von Wehunt | Top Secret X-Files Show Ep3: The Cosmic Zodiac

WELCOME TO THE TOP SECRET X-FILES RADIO SHOW AMERICA WITH YOUR HOST VON WEHUNT...WE ARE BROADCASTING FROM VAL HALLA STUDIOS IN THE HIGH DESERT AND MOUNTAINS OF ARIZONA. SO PUT YOUR SPACE SUIT ON AND GO INTO ORBIT WITH THE WILDEST STORIES THIS SIDE OF ATLANTIS....
THINK OF THIS SHOW AS INSPIRED BY THE LEGENDARY ART BELL RADIO HOST AND SHOW. THERE ARE THINGS KNOWN AND THERE ARE THINGS UNKNOWN...AND IN BETWEEN ARE THE DOORS OF PERCEPTION. THIS IS YOUR VERSION OF DARK MATTER AND DREAMLAND...WE ARE ON THE AIR IN THE DARK AND STORMY NIGHT....AND OUR SIGNAL IS BROADCAST TO THE UNIVERSE AND COSMOS FROM A GALAXY FAR FAR AWAY....

Survival Punk | Ep407: Lost and Found: How to Avoid Getting Lost — and How to Get Back

In this episode of the Survival Punk Podcast, we’re talking about something that can happen to anyone — getting lost. Whether you’re deep in the woods, on a backroad adventure, or even exploring a new city, getting turned around can go from frustrating to deadly fast. But with a little preparation and the right mindset, you can avoid getting lost — and know what to do if it happens.