Practical Prepping Podcast
Practical Prepping Podcast Real solutions for real emergencies—no apocalypse required. The Practical Prepping Podcast cuts through the noise of extreme doomsday scenarios to focus on what actually matters: simple, actionable steps that help everyday people safeguard their families and lifestyles. Why Listen? Knowledge Over Gear: "The more you know, the less you have to carry." We emphasize skills that lighten your load because the right know-how beats an overloaded bug-out bag every time. Real Threats, Real Solutions: From power outages to wildfires, snowstorms to supply shortages, we tackle the emergencies you're most likely to face. Family-Friendly Content: Our podcast maintains clean, judgment-free advice that's appropriate for all ages—prioritizing practicality over paranoia. What Sets Us Apart Unlike some other preparedness podcasts, we focus on practical readiness for realistic challenges: Weather emergencies like tornadoes, hurricanes, and winter storms Power outages and water disruptions Financial preparedness and debt reduction Family communication plans Everyday carry essentials Food storage and preservation First aid and medical preparedness Much more Our Approach Hosts Mark and Krista Lawley combine decades of experience in emergency response, outdoor skills, and home resilience to deliver advice that works in real-world situations. Whether you're just starting your preparedness journey or looking to refine specific skills, our content meets you where you are with clear, actionable advice. No bunkers. No zombies. No alien invasions. Just practical prepping. Join Our Community With over 500 episodes and a growing library of free and premium resources, we're building a community of like-minded individuals focused on responsible preparedness. From our private Facebook group to our newsletter and online courses, we offer multiple ways to connect and learn. Stuff happens. Stay prepared.
Episodes
Prepping doesn’t start with gear, it starts with a clear head and a realistic plan for the emergencies you’re most likely to face. In this episode, we walk through building a practical prepper mindset, doing a simple risk assessment for your region and household, and choosing your top priorities so you can prepare without getting overwhelmed.
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Preparedness isn’t a pile of equipment - it’s proof under pressure. Today we’re talking gear failure testing: how to find the parts that snap, clog, drain, or freeze before they cost you. We’ll also share a simple After Action Review format to capture what happened, what went wrong, and what to change next. Small tests now prevent big surprises later.
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Cold doesn’t just make you miserable. It makes you sloppy, and that’s usually where people get into trouble.
Once you’re cold, you start cutting corners without even thinking about it. You skip a snack. You don’t drink anything. You leave your gloves off “just for a second.” You keep pushing because you’re like, “I just want to be done and back inside.”
Now toss in wind, wet clothes, being tired, or even a little alcohol and all thos...
Across much of the country, winter weather is disrupting power, travel, and daily life. For most people, nothing dramatic happened — conditions just kept getting worse. That slow deterioration is what makes winter emergencies so dangerous. This episode explains what to watch for and when to act before inconvenience turns into real risk.
Most emergency plans fail for one simple reason: they expect you to be calm, rested, and thinking clearly. But real emergencies don’t wait for your best day. In this episode, we discuss why fatigue silently sabotages even “good” plans, and how real preparedness works when you’re tired, stressed, and already running on empty.
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If we’re blessed to live long enough, we’re going to grow old, and that can mean less strength, less mobility, and less mental bandwidth (especially under stress).
So the real filter for every prep becomes: “Can I do this on my worst day, injured, tired, or stressed?”
The good news is that you don’t need extreme fitness to be prepared for older age, or prepping in your senior years, you need a realistic plan that fits your real life...
When people get stuck in a winter storm, their instincts often push them toward the most dangerous choice they can make. In this episode, we’re exposing the biggest blizzard survival myths—and explaining why staying in your car, managing heat correctly, and avoiding carbon monoxide could save your life.
"The 31-Day Devotional For Preppers"
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In this episode, Mark and Krista dive into twelve essential categories of preparedness gear, not specific brands or fancy gadgets, but foundational items that every prepper should have ready. From water and food to cash and fire‑starting tools, this conversation is a practical guide for building or improving your emergency supplies.
They share personal experiences, listener insights, and even a few laughs (yes, including a very nerd...
You’re halfway across the city when the power grid goes down. Streets jam. Transit stops. Your phone’s dead, and there’s no Uber, no train, no help coming. How long would it take you to get home — and what would you need to survive the trip?
Today, we’re talking about building an Urban Get‑Home‑Bag — your lifeline when city life stops working.
Imagine your power goes out tonight; no lights, no phone charger, no warning.
Could ...
Imagine your power goes out tonight; no lights, no phone charger, no warning.
Could you navigate your home in the dark, cook a meal without electricity, or contact your family if the grid stayed down for days?
In this episode, we’re going into simple, no‑cost and low‑cost prepping steps that build real resilience, things you can do right now with what you already have.
From making a family code word to crafting DIY fire starters, y...
Water is essential for survival, especially in emergency situations. Today, we debunk twelve common myths and misconceptions about water preparedness within the prepping community. Knowing the truth can help you stay safe and hydrated when it matters most.
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In this episode, Krista and Mark discuss the real-world impact of the government shutdown on SNAP and EBT recipients and what that could mean for community safety and personal awareness.
They share practical tips on staying alert, protecting yourself while shopping, and preparing for supply disruptions.
In the second segment, they tackle seven of the most common prepping questions, from food and water storage to bug-out bags, commu...
When disaster hits, panic spreads fast, but calm is contagious. In this episode, Mark and Krista talk about one of the most powerful, and overlooked, preparedness skills: your mindset.
You’ll learn how to manage stress when life gets chaotic, what to watch for when anxiety sneaks up on you, and how to recognize when others might be struggling, too. They share simple, practical tools, like breathing techniques, building routines, and...
You’ve heard the frustration. You’ve seen the memes. Maybe you’ve even wondered — what does FEMA actually do?
In this episode of we look beneath the public perception to uncover FEMA’s real purpose, its response process, and how that understanding can make you more personally prepared for disaster.
We’ll pull back the curtain on how FEMA coordinates federal disaster relief, supports state and local governments, and what practic...
It's not a conspiracy, and we bring proof of that today from our own phones and computers.
We are talking about Government Over Reach, and you had better believe that they are listening, and watching, and still being nosey.
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What's in YOUR bag? What needs to be? What does NOT need to be in your bag? Inquiring minds want to know and that's what we are going to cover today - the Every Day Carry bag.
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Are you the reason your prepping efforts might fail?
Could your own actions, or inactions, be setting you up for disaster when a crisis hits? What if, despite all your efforts, you're unknowingly ensuring your survival plan collapses when it matters most?
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We've all seen the memes of the 400 lb dude carrying a 400 lb bug out bag
Everything he could ever want in there. That's not at all practical.
Actually, many of us probably carry more in our bags than we need, and that adds weight, especially in a get home bag we might have to wear for an extended period of time.
On today's episode we are going to discuss How To Practice "Minimalist Prepping" In...
"In today’s episode we are discussing How to make safe drinking water, calculate post-disaster calorie needs, master the art of bugging in, and reduce your dependence on survival gear."
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Getting Started In Prepping and Building A 72-Hour Emergency Kit Workshop
When it comes to preparedness, it’s easy to get distracted by shiny gear and high-tech gadgets. But here’s the truth: batteries die, circuits fry, and the grid can go dark without warning. Real preparedness is about resilience. In this episode, we’ll cover three practical areas of prepping you can strengthen today.
Evaluating your core preps for bugging in, Leaning on low-tech solutions when the gadgets fail, and Building situationa...
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