Posts by Brian Duff
Modern Monetary Theory Explained
Modern Monetary Theory explained, have you heard of it? If not, you will hear of it. Modern Monetary Theory (MMT) is the most recent effort by the left to explain away and justify our elected representatives’ reprehensible, irresponsible, and destructive fiscal policies. MMT is an attempt to legitimize our nation’s past out of control deficit…
Read MoreThe Nashville Bombing, a New Tradition?
While many people are waking to a traditional Christmas morning of gift-giving, holiday cheer, and having a rare, stress-free 2020 day, a new tradition may be exploding across the United States. Unfortunately, that new tradition does not involve reindeer, Santa, or peace. Instead, our new tradition, the tradition of others such as Iraq, Afghanistan, and…
Read More2020’s Distractions to Your Safety, Security, and Preparedness
Whew, it’s August, and 2020 is providing just as many nutty distractions from our preparedness now as it was in January. While the ‘Rona continues to be a driving force in politics and our daily lives, most of us now accept it as part of our daily lives. Likewise, as politics heat up between President…
Read MoreAre You Prepared for What’s Next?
***Hard Love and Bummer Post Alert!*** I feel that it’s safe to state that life for most of us is more difficult now than it was only six months ago. While I hope and wish for the difficulties to end soon, not considering the alternative, even though I don’t want to, is not a safe…
Read MoreEpisode 113: How to Spot Fake News
One of the critical abilities needed to master today’s world is the capacity to spot fake news. Knowing how to spot fake news helps purify the information we base our decisions upon. When we can do that, we make more effective decisions, which is pretty important when it comes to preparedness. Here we discuss: What…
Read MoreEpisode 112: Mount St. Helens Volcano Eruption Anniversary
On May 18, 1980, Mount St Helen’s which is located about 100 miles south of Seattle and 50 miles northeast of Portland, Oregon. In this episode, we will talk about: The Eruption Geology & Tectonics Five Volcano Facts Why is this information helpful for preparedness? Hopefully, you don’t ever have to experience a volcano eruption.…
Read MoreEpisode 109: Complex Disasters
Let’s talk about some stuff that does it make people feel very comfortable-complex disasters. In this episode we will discuss: What is a Complex Disaster Preparing for Complex Disasters Complex disasters are an unpleasant thought, yet an important one to have none-the-less. Considering complex disasters from a “what-if?” mindset allows us to be one step…
Read MoreEpisode 108: We Should All Be Preppers
In this episode, we’re going to discuss the Atlantic article, “We Should All Be Preppers,” by Bradley Garrett. Come along and see what he got right and what may be a little off-target. Never forget, you’re just one prep away. If you have any other thoughts or questions about social isolation mindset, please leave a comment…
Read MoreEpisode 107: Teams vs. Lone Wolfs
While the first Rambo was a great movie, it set a bad precedent for many people in the preparedness niche who now feel they can go it alone during a disaster or other difficult times. Since I first began prepping back in the ‘80s, there is always talk of people going solo during difficult times.…
Read MoreEpisode 106: Heat Injury
Did you know that nearly 1000 people die each year due to heat-related illnesses? Not to mention the tens of thousands who suffer from heat-related injuries that sometimes extend for the rest of their lives. As a paramedic and heat casualty myself, I know first hand the serious and prolonged problems heat can cause. In…
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