Thinking Clearly Under Stress

Clarity beats speed every time. In today’s AmCon Daily Brief, Thom explains how stress changes your thinking — and how awareness training helps you slow down, think clearly, and act with confidence when it matters most.

Episode Transcript

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This is your Amcon Daily Sit Rep for October the 8th, 2025.
Up first today, Toyota is recalling nearly 394,000 vehicles across the United
States due to a software error affecting rear-view cameras.
Models impacted include certain 2022-2025 Tundra and Tundra hybrid vehicles,
as well as 2023-2025 Sequoia hybrid vehicles.

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This recall poses a safety risk as the rear-view camera may not display properly,
potentially leading to accidents while backing up.
Vehicle owners will receive a
recall notice and should schedule a free software update at their dealer.
In other news, a former U.S. airman recently confronted a neighbor who was believed
to be on a neighborhood killing spree.
After hearing gunshots, the airman and his wife were shot at by the 71-year-old

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neighbor who had killed others nearby and set his own house on fire.
The airman returned fire, wounding the attacker who later died of his injuries.
This incident highlights the importance of situational awareness and courage
in dangerous situations.
Moving on to health concerns, the USDA has issued a warning about certain HelloFresh
ready-made meals that may contain spinach contaminated with listeria.

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The affected products include specific lots of cheesy pulled pork pepper pasta
and unstuffed peppers with ground turkey.
Listeria can cause severe illness,
especially in vulnerable groups such as pregnant women and older adults.
Consumers are advised not to eat these products and to return or dispose of them immediately.
Turning to infrastructure, Hollywood Burbank Airport in California experienced

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a significant disruption when it went without on-site air traffic controllers
for several hours amid ongoing federal government shutdowns.
From 4.15 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Local time, controllers were absent, leading to flight cancellations and average.
Delays of over two hours.
The FAA has indicated the situation is due to staffing shortages worsened by the shutdown.

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Travelers should check flight status and prepare for possible delays or cancellations.
Finally, civil unrest remains a concern, with various protests scheduled around
the country today, including rallies and vigils supporting Palestine in several cities.
This week marks the two-year anniversary of the October 7th attack on Israel,
prompting increased alertness against potential terrorist activities.

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Residents are urged to maintain high situational awareness at public events,
know their exits, and report any suspicious activity to authorities and the ASAT team.
For today's weather, moisture from Hurricane Priscilla will increase across
the southwest in the coming days, bringing a threat of flash flooding and thunderstorms,
particularly over New Mexico starting Thursday.
A cold front will sweep across the eastern U.S., bringing showers,

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thunderstorms, and much cooler temperatures from the northeast down into the southeast.
Residents in these areas should prepare for locally heavy rainfall and stay
alert to weather updates.
Looking ahead on the AMCON calendar, there is the Northeast Region Adventure
Challenge starting this Friday, October 10th through Sunday,
October 12th, in Hooksdown, Pennsylvania. Thank you.

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The Broward County, Florida Chapter is hosting its monthly meetup on Saturday,
October 11th in Sunrise, Florida, focusing on situational awareness.
Additionally, waterbath canning workshops are scheduled in Berkeley Springs,
West Virginia on October 18th and October 22nd.
And in early November, the South Region Adventure Challenge will be held in Milburn, Oklahoma.
Members can access the American Contingency Members Only site to get the full

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report and more in-depth analysis of today's stories, along with practical preparedness
tips, training opportunities, and resources to help you, your family,
and your neighborhood stay crisis ready.