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In today's episode, Sootch goes over his top 15 things that all preppers should have on hand - and maybe even hoard. 1. Toilet paper 2. Duct tape 3. Lighters 4. Batteries 5. Flashlights 6. Candles 7. Bleach 8. Plastic bags 9. Tarps 10. Socks 11. Salt 12. Heirloom seeds 13. Propane 14. Lantern, lamp wicks and lamp oil 15. Cordage Survival Dispatch: http://www.survivaldispatch.com http://www.facebook.com/survivaldispatch http://www.youtube.com/c/SurvivalDispatch http://www.instagram.com/survivaldispatch https://www.amazon.com/shop/survivaldispatch

Jon Faulkner is joined by Nick Meacher and Niki Caligiuri to answer some of your listener questions about communications, HAM radio, scanners, etc. Survival Dispatch: http://www.survivaldispatch.com http://www.facebook.com/survivaldispatch http://www.youtube.com/c/SurvivalDispatch http://www.instagram.com/survivaldispatch https://www.amazon.com/shop/survivaldispatch

Being self-reliant ensures that your family has a comfortable supply of food in a disaster situation. In this video, Sootch encourages fellow preppers to assess their own SHTF food preps. There are many ways to acquire extra food and Sootch discusses several methods for collecting food and preparing it for long term use. Survival Dispatch: http://www.survivaldispatch.com http://www.facebook.com/survivaldispatch http://www.youtube.com/c/SurvivalDispatch http://www.instagram.com/survivaldispatch https://www.amazon.com/shop/survivaldispatch

In today's episode, Jon, Chris, Matt and Joel sit down and chat about how to prepare for a survival class. Not only have these guys taken multiple survival classes but Matt and Joel teach classes on a weekly basis. This podcast has everything you need to know about how to get the most out of any survival class you attend. Check out American Survival Co for more info at http://www.americansurvivalco.com Survival Dispatch: http://www.survivaldispatch.com http://www.facebook.com/survivaldispatch http://www.youtube.com/c/SurvivalDispatch http://www.instagram.com/survivaldispatch https://www.amazon.com/shop/survivaldispatch

In today's episode of Survival Dispatch University, Jon Faulkner and Chris Weatherman go back to basics and talk about what it really means to live through a SHTF situation. Most people will encounter a personal SHTF situation long before they will battle a civil SHTF situation. There are so many practical steps that you can take that don't involve purchasing gear or getting a go-bag ready. Check out this podcast to see what our experts think are the most important things when preparing for SHTF situations. Survival Dispatch: http://www.survivaldispatch.com http://www.facebook.com/survivaldispatch http://www.youtube.com/c/SurvivalDispatch http://www.instagram.com/survivaldispatch https://www.amazon.com/shop/survivaldispatch

Jon Faulkner and Chris Weatherman take some of your viewer questions in this replay of our Survival Dispatch Live. Survival Dispatch Amazon Lists: https://www.amazon.com/shop/survivaldispatch Amazon list of Freeze Dried Foods: https://www.amazon.com/shop/survivaldispatch?listId=VCEYDMIJ0B1I&ref=cm_sw_em_r_inf_list_own_survivaldispatch_dp_RSVTLoZiedwjP Amazon list of Meal Extenders: https://www.amazon.com/shop/survivaldispatch?listId=35SH14K4RUOMR&ref=cm_sw_em_r_inf_list_own_survivaldispatch_dp_gfTwCoeKuP9IH SUUNTO MC-2 Compass: https://amzn.to/2MDQ693 Tarred Braided Nylon Twine: https://amzn.to/2Wy6Frj DIY Berkey Water Filter: https://youtu.be/067-gfUcotc Personal Signaling Kits: https://youtu.be/CEHf8W8VEQQ Survival Dispatch: http://www.survivaldispatch.com http://www.facebook.com/survivaldispatch http://www.youtube.com/c/SurvivalDispatch http://www.instagram.com/survivaldispatch https://www.amazon.com/shop/survivaldispatch

In this episode of Truck Talk, Jon and Chris discuss major medical concerns during an SHFT situation. Preventing infection or further pain in the field is a priority when thinking about medical care. Most people prep with tourniquets or learn how to insert staples. They don't think about the preparation before caring for the wound or the continuous care after the wound occurs. Proper preparation for these situations with your med kit is vital. Get more gear than you think you will need for any given situation...then double it. Survival Dispatch: http://www.survivaldispatch.com http://www.facebook.com/survivaldispatch http://www.youtube.com/c/SurvivalDispatch http://www.instagram.com/survivaldispatch https://www.amazon.com/shop/survivaldispatch

Jon Faulkner and Chris Weatherman are joined by Matt Tate and Joel Graves from American Survival Co. to discuss the topic of current world events. Survival Dispatch: http://www.survivaldispatch.com http://www.facebook.com/survivaldispatch http://www.youtube.com/c/SurvivalDispatch http://www.instagram.com/survivaldispatch https://www.amazon.com/shop/survivaldispatch

In this episode, Jon Faulkner and Alan Kay discuss the advantages of hygiene and sanitation in the wilderness. Sanitation is something that can be completely overlooked by a lot of people. The guys chat about their most used items in their personal Bug Out Bags to maintain their hygiene when in a survival situation and some tips and tricks on things you can find your environment to help maintain your hygiene. Here is our Amazon List of B.O.B. Hygiene Items: https://www.amazon.com/shop/survivaldispatch?listId=GR78LVNH2TVZ Darn Tough Socks: https://amzn.to/2TeoYfA Qor Kit Clothing: https://www.qorkit.com/ Survival Dispatch: http://www.survivaldispatch.com http://www.facebook.com/survivaldispatch http://www.youtube.com/c/SurvivalDispatch http://www.instagram.com/survivaldispatch https://www.amazon.com/shop/survivaldispatch

Want to get real-time news locally or across the nation? Gathering intelligence from radio signals may be the way to go. In this video, Jon Faulkner, Niki Caligiuri, and Chris Weatherman chat about their favorite radios and how they use each of them. From free options to radios that cost a few hundred bucks, the guys talk about all the pros and cons to owning each one. See the links below if you’re interested in any of the gear: Scanner Radio App Android: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.scannerradio&hl=en_US Apple: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/scanner-radio-police-fire/id498405045?mt=8 Uniden HomePatrol-2 https://amzn.to/2EfWOMa Uniden HomePatrol Handheld https://amzn.to/2ImukEF Uniden Bearcat BC125AT Handheld Scanner https://amzn.to/2EizRYR Tram 1410 Broad Band Discone/Scanner Base Antenna https://amzn.to/2BGCbHc Diamond HT Antenna https://amzn.to/2EhLxef Tecsun PL880 AM/FM, Longwave & Shortwave Radio with SSB https://amzn.to/2TUzJUG Surveillance Headset Earp

In this episode, Jon Faulkner, Chris Weatherman and Charley Hogwood chat about the top 5 myths they hear most often when it comes to bugging out. See these myths debunked by our top survivalists. 1. “I’m headed into the woods.” 2. “I have everything I will ever need in my bag.” 3. “More skills – less stuff” 4. “I saw a video on YouTube, so I’m good.” 5. “My bag will be ready when I need it.” Survival Dispatch: http://www.survivaldispatch.com http://www.facebook.com/survivaldispatch http://www.youtube.com/c/SurvivalDispatch http://www.instagram.com/survivaldispatch https://www.amazon.com/shop/survivaldispatch

When SHTF, will you bug out or bunker in? Depending on your situation, it may be best to stay put. “Staying home” doesn’t necessarily mean you’re bunkered in. In this episode, Sootch talks about what it means to actually bunker in and the benefits of staying put to ride out most situations. Watch the video to see what gear you might need to make sure you are prepared to bunker in. Even if you’ve decided to bunker in, you should always have a bug out plan and a bug out bag prepared because eventually, you will need to use it. You need an exit plan. Survival Dispatch: http://www.survivaldispatch.com http://www.facebook.com/survivaldispatch http://www.youtube.com/c/SurvivalDispatch http://www.instagram.com/survivaldispatch https://www.amazon.com/shop/survivaldispatch

In a survival scenario, food is critical. However, along with prepping to ensure you have enough food to sustain you in a disaster, it's also important to have food that's tasty and nutritious. In this episode, Niki and Jon judge a few entries in their 'Survival Spaghetti Cook Off'. NOTE: No gourmet food connoisseurs were harmed during the recording of this podcast! Check out our Amazon list of more meals: https://www.amazon.com/shop/survivaldispatch?listId=VCEYDMIJ0B1I Survival Dispatch: http://www.survivaldispatch.com http://www.facebook.com/survivaldispatch http://www.youtube.com/c/SurvivalDispatch http://www.instagram.com/survivaldispatch https://www.amazon.com/shop/survivaldispatch

If you were stranded in the wilderness and had to survive for 72 hours with just five items, which ones would you choose? This is something every serious prepper should plan for. In this episode Jon Faulkner, Chris Weatherman and Aaron Phillips share five items they'd personally choose to survive and thrive if SHTF. Survival Dispatch: http://www.survivaldispatch.com http://www.facebook.com/survivaldispatch http://www.youtube.com/c/SurvivalDispatch http://www.instagram.com/survivaldispatch https://www.amazon.com/shop/survivaldispatch

With the increase in economic uncertainty, riots and civil unrest in the world today, having a remote bug out location to hole up offers some great advantages, but there are dangers associated with it as well. In this video, Sootch discusses some strategies you'll need to consider if you're planning on heading out to a remote location when you bug out. Survival Dispatch: http://www.survivaldispatch.com http://www.facebook.com/survivaldispatch http://www.youtube.com/c/SurvivalDispatch http://www.instagram.com/survivaldispatch https://www.amazon.com/shop/survivaldispatch

Bartering can be a great way to get the items you need from others, in a survival situation where money is not available. This is a valuable skill every prepper needs to learn.However, it can also be tricky to do and some thought needs to be put into how to do it it before-hand. In this episode, Jon and Chris share 10 rules for better bartering to help you get the most benefit out of the experience. Survival Dispatch: http://www.survivaldispatch.com http://www.facebook.com/survivaldispatch http://www.youtube.com/c/SurvivalDispatch http://www.instagram.com/survivaldispatch https://www.amazon.com/shop/survivaldispatch

In a survival situation, you need a reliable way to communicate and a good Ham radio is one solution many preppers rely on. However, right out of the box, portable Ham radios offer a limited range, a problem which depending on the terrain you find yourself in, may render it fairly useless in an emergency. In this video, Jon, Chris and Niki chat about how to extend the range and overall capability of a portable Ham radio to maximize its potential use as a survival tool. Check out our list of radio Upgrade gear on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/shop/survivaldispatch?listId=34MQJDRIKY9CR Survival Dispatch: http://www.survivaldispatch.com http://www.facebook.com/survivaldispatch http://www.youtube.com/c/SurvivalDispatch http://www.instagram.com/survivaldispatch

Jon Faulkner and Chris Weatherman are join in studio by 'Sootch' to answer some of your listener questions. Survival Dispatch: http://www.survivaldispatch.com http://www.facebook.com/survivaldispatch http://www.youtube.com/c/SurvivalDispatch http://www.instagram.com/survivaldispatch

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In this episode, Jon Faulkner and Chris Weatherman discuss the current government shutdown and some of the major effects it is having on the economy. To date, this is the longest government shutdown in history and unfortunately, there is no end in sight. In this new age of government, there are defined sides and each refuse to give in to the opposition. Some of the issues discussed include TSA and traveling by plane, government benefit payouts, and the potential for an increased level of crime. As always, we remind you to be patient, be diligent and keep looking for information from multiple sources. Survival Dispatch: http://www.survivaldispatch.com http://www.facebook.com/survivaldispatch http://www.youtube.com/c/SurvivalDispatch http://www.instagram.com/survivaldispatch