Prepping Academy

Prepping Academy

The Prepping Academy Radio Show is a live broadcast aimed at discussing various topics related to prepping, survival, and self-reliance, while also serving as a platform for preppers to unite. Our ultimate objective at The Prepping Academy Radio Show is to broaden your perspectives and inspire you to take action, as we strongly believe that preparedness is of the essence. We welcome preppers of all levels to join us on preppingacademy.com and PrepperNet.com.

Episodes

June 13, 2025 67 mins

In this episode of Grid Down Comms Up on the Prepping Academy, Patrick looks at some of the technical communications failures during the hurricane, from radio programming disasters, broken equipment, and poor engineering practice. We look at them all. If you want to be the person who learns from others' mistakes, get out a pen and paper to take notes now, so you don't mess it up when others did

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Patrick takes the Prepping Academy helm once again with a new episode of Grid Down Comms Up. In breaking world news massive power outages in in Spain impact communications infrastructure sending some residents looking for portable radios to receive information. This episode looks at commercially available information sources that have been hardened by FEMA to survive disasters, EMP's and national blackouts too. Do you know whe...

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On this episode of The Prepping Academy, Patrick picks up with a Grid Down Comms Up episode. We begin with a look at the battle rhythm in the first seventy-two hours of the disaster and what that looked like for the people on the outside, who were providing communications support and processing information for those with limited access to reliable information. Next, we look at the fog of war, how that impacted operations from day z...

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In today’s episode, Patrick discusses how communications systems failed during Hurricane Helene and why the communications situation in western North Carolina and the surrounding mountains deteriorated so quickly compared to a typical hurricane.  We also discuss how amateur and other radio services supported logistics and recovery in the aftermath of the incident. We look at some great successes and failures along with a few lesson...

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This week on the Prepping Academy Podcast, Patrick Adams takes the reins to bring a holiday-themed episode packed with practical, thoughtful, and must-have items for the preparedness-minded. As a leading voice in both AmRRON and PrepperNet, Patrick combines his expertise in survival communications and prepping to share his Top 10 Christmas Gifts for preppers in 2024.

Patrick begins by emphasizing the importance of giving gifts that ...

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Hurricane Helene's impact and lessons learned. Part III

In this insightful episode of PrepperNet’s podcast, Patrick steps in as the guest host for Forrest Garvin, bringing a fresh perspective and leading an in-depth discussion on surviving the intense Hurricane Helene while at Prepper Camp in the mountainous region of Saluda, North Carolina. Patrick is joined by three remarkable guests: Beth G., Pistol Pete, and Forre...

Hurricane Helene's impact and lessons learned. Part II

In this insightful episode of PrepperNet’s podcast, Patrick steps in as the guest host for Forrest Garvin, bringing a fresh perspective and leading an in-depth discussion on surviving the intense Hurricane Helene while at Prepper Camp in the mountainous region of Saluda, North Carolina. Patrick is joined by three remarkable guests: Beth G., Pistol Pete, and Forres...

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In this insightful episode of PrepperNet’s podcast, Patrick steps in as the guest host for Forrest Garvin, bringing a fresh perspective and leading an in-depth discussion on surviving the intense Hurricane Helene while at Prepper Camp in the mountainous region of Saluda, North Carolina. Patrick is joined by three remarkable guests: Beth G., Pistol Pete, and Forrest Garvin himself, each of whom played a vital role in the emergency r...

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The Most Awesome Privacy and Security Webinar EVER!!! 

Disappear ON the Internet!

Yes, I said it!

This is Forrest Garvin, and I believe that 100%. I have been studying Online Privacy and Security for over seven years—not the corporate stuff. The stuff that will help people like you and me disappear ON the internet. Anyone can disappear off the internet. 

This webinar is designed to provide valuable insights and practical tips that can ...

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In this episode, we dive into the aftermath of the T-REX readiness exercise, reflecting on the challenges, successes, and key takeaways from this intense three-day grid-down simulation. Join me, along with Patrick, the National Communications Coordinator for PrepperNet, as we analyze how the event unfolded from July 19th to 21st and the invaluable lessons we learned along the way.

We’ll revisit the various ways participant...

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What happens when the grid goes down? Can you stay connected and manage in a world without power? Join me, Patrick, the National Communications Coordinator for PrepperNet, as we navigate the critical T-REX readiness exercise, a three-day grid-down communications event organized by AmRRON from July 19th to 21st. This episode offers you the chance to explore different ways to participate, whether you're just monitoring or active...

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Welcome to the "MAY HAM" episode of the Prepping Academy Podcast! In this episode, we delve into the three communication paths that PrepperNet advocates to help people achieve greater preparedness. These paths are essential for staying connected during emergencies and disasters:

1. Shortwave & SDR with Digital & Voice (Receive-Only): Shortwave radio and Software-Defined Radios (SDRs) are crucial for recei...

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Selco Begovic - Survivor of the Balkan War - SHTF Expert!  PART 2 Interview

Selco Begovic, a survivor of the tumultuous Balkan war in the 1990s, endured the daunting challenges of living in a besieged city without access to necessities like electricity, running water, and food distribution. Today, he shares his firsthand experiences through physical courses, offering invaluable insights for those eager to learn from his re...

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Selco Begovic - Survivor of the Balkan War - SHTF Expert!  PART 1 Interview

Selco Begovic, a survivor of the tumultuous Balkan war in the 1990s, endured the daunting challenges of living in a besieged city without access to necessities like electricity, running water, and food distribution. Today, he shares his firsthand experiences through physical courses, offering invaluable insights for those eager to learn from his re...

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April 23, 2024 77 mins

Wartime Homefront Essential Skills FREE 10-part Masterclass!
https://preppernet.com/skills

For more than 20 years, Marjory Wildcraft has been the female leader in survival and preparedness. Her passion has been to figure out the best ways to keep your family fed when the trucks have stopped, the stores are boarded up, and no food is available. She teaches people with no skills how to produce very quickly.

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Dr. Joseph Alton and Amy Alton, from Doom and Bloom - Part II - Dr. Bones and Nurse Amy

Your podcast features interviews with Dr. Bones and Nurse Amy from Doom and Bloom, where you delve into compelling medical and survival topics. Dr. Bones and Nurse Amy, known experts in the field, share their insights, expertise, and practical advice on various aspects of healthcare and emergency preparedness. Through your interviews, l...

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Dr. Joseph Alton and Amy Alton, from Doom and Bloom - Part I - Dr. Bones and Nurse Amy

Your podcast features interviews with Dr. Bones and Nurse Amy from Doom and Bloom, where you delve into compelling medical and survival topics. Dr. Bones and Nurse Amy, known experts in the field, share their insights, expertise, and practical advice on various aspects of healthcare and emergency preparedness. Through your interviews, li...

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In this episode of the Prepping Academy podcast, host Forrest Garvin interviews Shelby Gallagher, a renowned podcaster, author, and partner with Glen Tate on the Prepping 2.0 podcast. Gallagher and Tate have recently co-authored a comprehensive guide titled "Food Preps 2.0," which serves as the ultimate resource for all things related to food, food preparedness, and storage for SHTF (Sh*t Hits The Fan) scenarios.

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March 28, 2024 4 mins

Not a lot... just an update.  

PrepperNet will gather at the Mountain Readiness Event from May 3 to 5. Go to www.preppernet.net for more details.

I will interview some of the top names in the preparedness field over the next 3 months.  Join Us each week!   

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This is Part 2 of Rick Austin, The Survivalist Gardener and founder of Prepper Camp.

In this episode of the Prepping Academy podcast, the featured guest is none other than Rick Austin, also known as The Survivalist Gardener and the Founder of PrepperCamp. Join the hosts as they delve into the fascinating world of survival gardening and gain insights from Rick's wealth of knowledge and experience.

Rick Austin, a renowne...

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