73_Emergency Preparedness That Doesn’t Suck | Here comes the apocalypse with Jen Heller

Looking for realistic emergency preparedness tips for your family? In this episode of the DisasterClass Podcast, we’re joined by Jen Heller, founder of Here Comes the Apocalypse—a modern, relatable take on family disaster preparedness and emergency planning. Jen shares how she turned personal fear into action by designing creative, paper-based emergency preparedness kits, disaster checklists, and survival guides that help people prepare for everything from wildfires and power outages to bioterrorism and even zombie attacks—without fearmongering or doomscrolling.

🎙 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✅ How to start prepping as a family without going full “doomsday prepper”
✅ Why humor is a powerful tool in disaster preparedness
✅ What to include in your emergency go-bag or bug-out bag
✅ How to prepare kids for emergencies using realistic drills
✅ Why paper-based planning tools matter in a digital age
✅ How to create a household “Master of Disaster” plan

Whether you're new to emergency planning or looking to upgrade your disaster kit, this episode will give you practical, step-by-step advice to prepare your household for unexpected events—without panic.

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