Pantry Preparedness with Leisa Sutton
A well-stocked pantry isn't just about food; it's about freedom. The freedom from worry, and the freedom to feel confident and secure, knowing your family is cared for.
Episodes
23 episodes
SOMETHING STRANGE IS HAPPENING WITH MEAT — AND IT'S ABOUT TO GET WORSE
Something strange is happening with meat — and the data is more alarming than the headlines are letting on.Wheat was last month. Dairy before that. This is the most serious "Something Strange" video I've made, because this time it's not one...
WHAT'S ABOUT TO DISAPPEAR FROM GROCERY STORES THIS SUMMER
Here's what's quietly disappearing from grocery store shelves this summer, and what I'm personally doing about each one.Seven specific items. Real reasons behind each one. And a practical action plan you can actually use.
Most People Don't Know These 7 Foods Are About to Get Much More Expensive
Not all food is getting more expensive at the same rate. Some categories are rising at two, three, even six times their historical average — and most people don't know which ones or why. Today I walk through 7 specific grocery items that are un...
Something Strange Is Happening With Wheat — And Your Bread, Flour, and Pasta Are Next
Two days ago — Tuesday May 13 — the USDA released the May WASDE report and the wheat numbers shocked commodity markets. U.S. wheat production is forecast at 1.561 billion bushels for 2026-27 — the lowest since 1972, down 424 million bushels fro...
Why This Fall and Winter Could Be the Hardest Season for Grocery Budgets in Years
Grocery inflation headlines keep saying "things are cooling down." Here's the problem: that headline is built on two falling categories — eggs and dairy — masking seven categories rising faster than their historical average, including beef up 1...
10 Warning Signs That Food Prices Won't Come Down This Summer
The headlines say grocery inflation is 'cooling.' Here's what they're not telling you: seven of the 15 food categories the USDA tracks are rising faster than their 20-year average. Beef is up 12% year over year. The full tariff impact hasn't hi...
10 Million Pounds of Food: Should We Be Paying Attention?
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What's About to Disappear From Grocery Stores This Fall
This isn't fixing itself by fall, and after tracking extensive data on commodity trading, tariffs, and shipping delays, I'm certain most people are unprepared. I've been watching the port congestion and other supply chain issues closely. Unders...
The LDS Church Just Distributed 10 Million Pounds of Food Across America — Here Is What I Think It Means
A few weeks ago, the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints quietly distributed an estimated 10 million pounds of food across all 50 states. Most people saw it as a warm, charitable story and moved on. I could not move on from it.&nb...
Episode 14 - The Shrinking Workforce Is Coming | Prepare Now
The future economy isn’t being shaped by technology alone — it’s being shaped by fewer people.A shrinking workforce means slower services, higher costs, longer wait times, and more responsibility per household. This isn’t about fear. It’s a...
Episode 13 - The Real Cost of Raising a Family in 2025 — And How Your Pantry Helps Close the Gap
Today, I want to break the numbers down with you — calmly, clearly, and practically — so we can understand what families are really up against in 2025… and how your pantry plays a powerful role in keeping your household stable.
Episode 12 - Can You Live Like It's The Great Depression?
Our grandparents didn’t call it “prepping.” They just called it life. During the Great Depression and wartime years, self-reliance wasn’t a trend — it was survival. They wasted nothing, reused everything, and knew how to stretch a meal farther ...
Episode 11 - When Food Assistance Fails: 5 Steps to Take Right Now & How to Build Food Independence
When food assistance falters, millions of families feel the impact immediately. The empty EBT balance, the uncertainty at the checkout — it’s more than a financial strain; it’s emotional. But while the system may fail, your pantry doesn’t...
Episode 10 - The Signs Are Everywhere… Don’t Wait to Stock Your Pantry Stock Up While You Can
You remember that feeling, don’t you? The one that hit when you walked into the grocery store and saw shelf after shelf sitting empty. Not just the fancy things — the basics. Flour. Rice. Toilet paper.You stood there, b...
Episode 9 - The Foundation Of A Frugal Pantry
When you open your pantry, do you see stuff or security? In my newest podcast episode, we’re shifting from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset — because peace of mind begins one shelf at a time....
Episode 8 - Pantry Preparedness For Beginners
Building a pantry doesn’t have to be overwhelming. In this video, we start where you are — with the food you already eat — and build a simple, practical 2-week supply for every person in your household. You’ll learn what to stock, why it matter...
Episode 7 - Stretching Food: 12 Meal Prep Hacks That Save You Money
Are you tossing money in the trash without realizing it? 🛒💸 The average family wastes 30–40% of their groceries every month—that’s like throwing away a whole bag of food every time you shop.In this week’s podcast, I’m sharing 12 pract...
Episode 6 - Organizing Pantry Zones for Maximum Efficiency
Is your pantry working for you — or against you? Learn how to organize pantry zones that save time, reduce waste, and make cooking stress-free. In this week’s podcast, I break down the 5 essential zones and practical tips you can try today.&nbs...
Episode 5 - Budget-Friendly Bulk-Buying Strategies
Save money and stock smarter with bulk pantry staples. In this episode, learn how to calculate what your family really uses, the best storage methods, and the mistakes to avoid so you can stretch every dollar and build real food security....
Episode 4 - Building a Pantry for Winter Power Outages: Stay Fed & Warm
Winter storms can knock out power when you least expect it — leaving you without heat, light, or even a way to cook a simple meal. In this episode of Pantry Preparedness with Leisa Sutton, we’re diving into how to build a pantry ...
Episode 3 - 17 Things to Stock Before Autumn Storms
Today, we’re diving into 17 pantry staples that will keep you warm, fed, and worry-free through autumn storms. And along the way, I’ll share some common mistakes people make, the problems I’ve seen first-hand, and the budget-friendly sol...
Episode 2 - Back-to-School Lunches from Your Pantry
Back-to-school mornings don’t have to be stressful. With the right pantry staples, you can pack healthy, affordable, and kid-approved school lunches in minutes. In this episode, we’ll cover the best pantry proteins, snacks, and drinks to ...
Episode 1 - Summer Heat-Proofing Your Pantry: Storing Without Spoilage
Summer heat can quietly spoil your pantry—canned goods, grains, and oils lose shelf life fast in hot conditions. In this episode, learn how heat affects stored food, mistakes to avoid, and simple fixes to protect your investment. Keep your pant...
