Spain Blackout
Patrick takes the Prepping Academy helm once again with a new episode of Grid Down Comms Up. In breaking world news massive power outages in in Spain impact communications infrastructure sending some residents looking for portable radios to receive information. This episode looks at commercially available information sources that have been hardened by FEMA to survive disasters, EMP's and national blackouts too. Do you know where to turn to if internet and cell service stops? What information ...
29 Apr 23min
Communications Disasters: Hurricane Helene Episode 2
On this episode of The Prepping Academy, Patrick picks up with a Grid Down Comms Up episode. We begin with a look at the battle rhythm in the first seventy-two hours of the disaster and what that looked like for the people on the outside, who were providing communications support and processing information for those with limited access to reliable information. Next, we look at the fog of war, how that impacted operations from day zero, and how it impacted those in the disaster area, followed ...
27 Feb 1h 1min
Communications Disasters: Hurricane Helene Episode 1
In today’s episode, Patrick discusses how communications systems failed during Hurricane Helene and why the communications situation in western North Carolina and the surrounding mountains deteriorated so quickly compared to a typical hurricane. We also discuss how amateur and other radio services supported logistics and recovery in the aftermath of the incident. We look at some great successes and failures along with a few lessons learned, including some of the gear in high demand and ...
7 Jan 54min
Preparedness Top 10 Christmas List by Patrick Adams
This week on the Prepping Academy Podcast, Patrick Adams takes the reins to bring a holiday-themed episode packed with practical, thoughtful, and must-have items for the preparedness-minded. As a leading voice in both AmRRON and PrepperNet, Patrick combines his expertise in survival communications and prepping to share his Top 10 Christmas Gifts for preppers in 2024. Patrick begins by emphasizing the importance of giving gifts that enhance self-reliance and preparedness skills. His list cover...
5 Des 202422min
Hurricane Helene impact and lessons learned. Part III
Hurricane Helene's impact and lessons learned. Part III In this insightful episode of PrepperNet’s podcast, Patrick steps in as the guest host for Forrest Garvin, bringing a fresh perspective and leading an in-depth discussion on surviving the intense Hurricane Helene while at Prepper Camp in the mountainous region of Saluda, North Carolina. Patrick is joined by three remarkable guests: Beth G., Pistol Pete, and Forrest Garvin himself, each of whom played a vital role in the emergency respon...
21 Nov 20241h 18min
Hurricane Helene impact and lessons learned. Part II
Hurricane Helene's impact and lessons learned. Part II In this insightful episode of PrepperNet’s podcast, Patrick steps in as the guest host for Forrest Garvin, bringing a fresh perspective and leading an in-depth discussion on surviving the intense Hurricane Helene while at Prepper Camp in the mountainous region of Saluda, North Carolina. Patrick is joined by three remarkable guests: Beth G., Pistol Pete, and Forrest Garvin himself, each of whom played a vital role in the emergency respons...
14 Nov 20241h 1min
Hurricane Helene's impact and lessons learned. Part I
In this insightful episode of PrepperNet’s podcast, Patrick steps in as the guest host for Forrest Garvin, bringing a fresh perspective and leading an in-depth discussion on surviving the intense Hurricane Helene while at Prepper Camp in the mountainous region of Saluda, North Carolina. Patrick is joined by three remarkable guests: Beth G., Pistol Pete, and Forrest Garvin himself, each of whom played a vital role in the emergency response efforts that unfolded during and after the hurricane. ...
7 Nov 202459min
Upcoming Event - FREE! Disappear ON the Internet
The Most Awesome Privacy and Security Webinar EVER!!! Disappear ON the Internet! Yes, I said it! This is Forrest Garvin, and I believe that 100%. I have been studying Online Privacy and Security for over seven years—not the corporate stuff. The stuff that will help people like you and me disappear ON the internet. Anyone can disappear off the internet. This webinar is designed to provide valuable insights and practical tips that can immediately improve your online privacy and secu...
22 Aug 20245min
