Author: Damian Brindle
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Troubling Summer Heat
Say what you will about climate change and whether we’re really on the precipice of an irreversible trajectory, but summer heat is nothing to take lightly. It can, in fact, be deadly if you live in environments where it’s already typically hot, you have health conditions that exacerbate heat-related concerns, are elderly … or if…
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Never Shelter-in-Place?
I started watching this video and almost spit out my water when I heard him say that you should “never shelter-in-place.” (I’ll call it SIP for short.) I though, “Are you kidding me?” But I was intrigued, so I listened for a few minutes, but became even more agitated. Watch the first minute and a…
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Just Because It Looks Better, Doesn’t Mean It Is!
I’m drawn to shiny objects, often stoves and knives, as much as the next guy. And that’s precisely the reason why I watched this video about a cool looking little alcohol stove. But if you watch the video, you’ll soon discover that it’s NOT something to rely on for your survival: As the guy says,…
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DIY Piezoelectric: Low-Tech Power Solutions for Your Bug-Out Bag?
Imagine sitting in a brightly lit living room when the power goes out. While many households have turned to renewable energy sources like solar panels to keep the lights on during blackouts, not everyone can afford them. Fortunately, there’s piezoelectricity. Piezoelectricity is a simple, sustainable power solution you can apply to homemade gadgets. The materials…
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Trend to Allow Gold and Silver as Legal Tender?
I recently came across an intriguing article discussing how some U.S. states are exploring ways to reintroduce gold and silver as legal tender. The movement appears to be gaining traction amid concerns over inflation, national debt, and the dollar’s diminishing global dominance. While this might sound promising for those of us focused on preparedness, there’s…
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Paperback Now Available – Food Storage (2nd ed.)
I’ve been ramping up our food stores lately. With the current tariff wars and supply chain disruptions making headlines, I’m increasingly grateful for my well-stocked pantry. It’s one thing to talk about food storage in theory, but when you see grocery prices climbing and occasional empty shelves, the reality hits home. I’m not saying we’re…
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Urban Survival Guide: Why Your Actions Today Determine Your Fate Tomorrow
I was watching a video the other day that really got me thinking again about urban survival scenarios. When you live in a city or suburban area, the challenges of surviving a major disaster or civil unrest are very different than what rural folks face; I’m somewhere in the middle of that spectrum, which means…
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VPNs for Preppers: Worth the Hassle or Not?
I got to thinking about online privacy again. It seems like every other day there’s another story about massive data breaches or government surveillance programs expanding their reach. For those of us concerned with preparedness, maintaining digital privacy isn’t just about avoiding targeted ads – it can be about keeping your preps, finances, and personal…
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Stop Wasting Money on the Wrong Food Storage Foods
I watched the video below a week or two ago, but I figured it was appropriate since I’m still shamelessly plugging the second edition of my food storage book but also because food prices are continuing to rise no matter what you think of the tariffs or current trade war between the USA and China.…