Together Is Stronger

Preparedness isn’t meant to be a solo mission. In today’s AmCon Daily Brief, Thom shares how connection and community transform preparedness from isolation to strength—and why the next evolution of readiness starts on your own street.

Episode Transcript

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This is your Amcon Daily SITREP for October the 15th, 2025.
Up first today, Amazon announced it will hire 250,000 workers for the holiday
season, continuing its trend for a third consecutive year.
This hiring spree spans across the U.S., including rural communities,
as Amazon invests over $1 billion in raising pay and lowering health care costs.
Seasonal workers can expect to earn over $19 per hour, while full-time employees

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earn $23 per hour with benefits.
In other news, Instagram is imposing a PG-13 rating on content visible to teenagers
in the US, UK, Australia, and Canada.
The platform will default teen accounts to private mode and block them from
seeing adult content, aiming to improve safety following criticism over inappropriate
content and AI chat features.
Parents should familiarize themselves with these new settings to better guide

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their children's online interactions.
Turning to health, the FDA has expanded its recall of ground cinnamon to include
16 brands due to elevated lead levels.
Brands such as Haytei, Roshni, Dura, and Wise Wife are among those recalled.
Consumers are advised to avoid these products and safely dispose of any purchased
items to prevent lead poisoning, which can have serious long-term health impacts.

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A recent examination of media influence highlights how news outlets can shape
public opinion, using the example of the fire at South Carolina Judge Diane Goodstein's house.
Initial reports suggested political motivation behind the fire,
but investigations have not confirmed foul play.
This case underscores the importance of seeking multiple sources and validating.
Information before drawing conclusions Finally,

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there are ongoing protests and potential for civil unrest nationwide linked
to various groups and the upcoming anniversary of the October 7th attack on
Israel Vigilance and situational awareness are advised,
especially when attending public events Report any suspicious activities to
authorities and to your regional signal chat when safe Looking at the weather,
a storm system moving over the Rockies today will bring marginal risks of excessive

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rainfall and severe thunderstorms from New Mexico into western South Dakota.
Heavy snow is expected in northwestern Wyoming and southern Montana.
Additionally, there is a chance of showers and thunderstorms from the northern
plains to the upper Great Lakes through Thursday.
Residents in affected areas should stay alert for localized flash flooding.
Geomagnetic storm activity is anticipated starting late October the 16th through

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the 17th, which may affect communications and navigation systems.
For events in the coming week, members can participate in water bath canning
workshops in Berkeley Springs, West Virginia, scheduled for October the 18th
and October the 22nd, where you can learn hands-on canning techniques for grape juice and applesauce.
Additionally, preparations for the South Region Adventure Challenge,

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set for November the 7th through 9th in Milburn, Oklahoma, continue.
This event offers training in essential survival skills and emergency preparedness.
Members can access the American Contingency Members Only site to get the full
report and more in-depth analysis of today's stories, along with practical preparedness
tips, training opportunities, and resources to help you, your family,

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and your neighborhood stay crisis ready.