Practical Prepping Podcast
Practical Prepping Podcast
Real solutions for real emergencies—no apocalypse required.
The Practical Prepping Podcast cuts through the noise of extreme doomsday scenarios to focus on what actually matters: simple, actionable steps that help everyday people safeguard their families and lifestyles.
Why Listen?
- Knowledge Over Gear: "The more you know, the less you have to carry." We emphasize skills that lighten your load because the right know-how beats an overloaded bug-out bag every time.
- Real Threats, Real Solutions: From power outages to wildfires, snowstorms to supply shortages, we tackle the emergencies you're most likely to face.
- Family-Friendly Content: Our podcast maintains clean, judgment-free advice that's appropriate for all ages—prioritizing practicality over paranoia.
What Sets Us Apart
Unlike some other preparedness podcasts, we focus on practical readiness for realistic challenges:
- Weather emergencies like tornadoes, hurricanes, and winter storms
- Power outages and water disruptions
- Financial preparedness and debt reduction
- Family communication plans
- Everyday carry essentials
- Food storage and preservation
- First aid and medical preparedness
- Much more
Our Approach
Hosts Mark and Krista Lawley combine decades of experience in emergency response, outdoor skills, and home resilience to deliver advice that works in real-world situations. Whether you're just starting your preparedness journey or looking to refine specific skills, our content meets you where you are with clear, actionable advice.
No bunkers. No zombies. No alien invasions. Just practical prepping.
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Stuff happens. Stay prepared.
Practical Prepping Podcast
Episode #75, "Money Saving Ideas"
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Practical Prepping Podcast Episode #75
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In this episode we discuss: Money Saving Ideas
Dump cable or satellite TV
- Use a smart TV like a Roku Tv and a streaming service.
- Prices vary greatly, so do your research.
- Antenna TV is an option as well, and is necessary for local events and weather coverage.
Eliminate that daily $5 cup of coffee
Saves money & tastes better
Buying in bulk
At wholesale clubs and by sharing with family
Shopping at Dollar Stores
Name brands are the same
Store brands have significantly lower prices
In the grocery store
Using coupons
BOGO deals
Divide larger quantities for later use.
Buy generic medications when possible
Especially pain relievers and stomach medications
Combine car trips
Save gas by doing multiple errands in one trip.
Do regular maintenance on vehicles
Vehicles will last longer, and you'll get better fuel mileage
Use cloths rather than paper towels
"Bar mops" are bulk towels, usually a 12-14 inch square of white terry cloth save a lot of money compared to paper towels.
Eat at/from home
Eating out can get expensive
Meal preps for the week are very popular
Utilize Ebay, Craigs List, FB market Place and thrift stores
Here are some good sites:
- Shopgoodwill.com
- REI.com
- Lowergear.com -
- Outdoorsgeek.com
- All of these sites offer used gear.
Do online price comparisonsl & shop locally
You can see prices, compare, and call for availability.
Online shopping
- Compare prices, not all sites prices the same.
- Compare exact models, features.
- Read reviews.
- Utilize free shipping.
Utilize free cancellations for travel or subscription-based services
Plans/needs can change-don't get stuck
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