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Welcome to the American Contingency podcast. We are dedicated to informing, equipping, and training you so you are prepared to respond and recover from all kinds of natural and man-made emergencies. American Contingency is a nationwide network of like-minded patriots who work together to form crucial connections and provide essential tools and top-notch training. Our mission is to bring people together by providing critical information and guiding them towards the resources they need to be p ...
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Ep #33: Credit card debt can feel like King Kong on your chest, and if you live on a fixed income, then figuring out a strategy to get yourself out from under the debt beast can feel like a never-ending carousel of balances going up and down. Let's discuss some strategies for elevating this burden so you can walk freely again, taking deep breaths, …
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Ep #32: Discover how to make the most of summer with strategies for fun activities, winter preparation, saving money, and enhancing family time. Explore various outdoor activities like hiking, biking, swimming, and camping that boost physical and mental health. Learn practical gardening and home maintenance tips to prepare for the colder months, in…
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Ep #31: Tornado sirens going off in my community. Alerts blasting over cell phones. Lightening lighting up the sky as if Zeus is furious with everything below Mt. Olympus. Thunderstorms and tornado cells roaming your community can bring with them massive levels of uncertainty; I know it did for me recently. For me, when weather systems rock my home…
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Ep #30: Explore the critical aspects of mobility across personal readiness, community engagement, and practical strategies in our latest podcast episode. We delve into how physical fitness and psychological preparedness enhance personal safety, the benefits of community-led safety initiatives, and the essentials of navigating outdoor environments. …
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Ep #29: Today, we're talking about something super important: being ready for anything, whether a natural/man-made disaster or something unexpected. It's all about having those critical conversations with your family, friends, co-workers, loved ones, church, and community to ensure everyone's on the same page. I'll share some key tips on why certai…
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Ep #28: Have you ever considered how the emotions of anxiety, judgment, and anger shape our lives and our decisions, for better or for worse? Preparing for emergencies or disasters transcends the realm of tangible supplies and bug-out bags; it fundamentally entails cultivating mental resilience and maintaining mental health and wellness to navigate…
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Ep #27 - HAM radio offers a versatile and powerful means of communication for enthusiasts and emergency responders alike - as they operate across a wide range of frequencies, allowing users to transmit voice, data, and even images to other operators anywhere in the world, depending on the frequency band and atmospheric conditions. In this episode, …
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Ep #26 - The Adventure Challenge is your opportunity to test your skills in a semi-controlled environment so you can be prepared and respond effectively to any challenge that comes your way. Today, we welcome back Thom Rigsby to discuss the ins and outs of the Adventure Challenge. For members, you already know when your region is scheduled to parti…
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Ep #25 - Everything is fine in your world until it is not. A fall, cut, burn, crash, illness, or catastrophe doesn't send you a text to let you know it is on the way - it slams through your metaphorical door of life and abruptly stops you in your tracks to demand you go into immediate action. Emotional resilience is your fortress when times go side…
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Ep #24 - Communication is critical during severe weather emergencies. As extreme weather events become increasingly frequent, understanding how to communicate effectively in these situations is essential for safety and preparedness. Join us as we discuss strategies across our 12 different preparedness categories, delving into the nuances of persona…
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Ep #23 - In 2024, American Contingency is bringing an Adventure challenge to our membership with the audacious goal that everyone in the nation will one day take part in learning, participating, and practicing skills necessary for life, not just disaster or crises. In this episode, we welcome back Thom Rigsby to discuss the Adventure Challenge and …
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Ep #22 - Thom Rigsby joins us to discuss the support of the AmCon community, how our regional events and training guide members to improve their preparedness and crisis skills, and how our daily situational report brings unbiased, reliable information and news to the membership. When you’re ready to build the skills, network, and confidence to be r…
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Ep #21 - It's been a whirlwind of a 2023. Let's dive into the world of resilience in this empowering episode, where we merge the concepts of emotional and psychological resilience to arm you with the tools you need to stand firm in the face of life's adversities. We'll explore seven key strategies to build your emotional resilience, from nurturing …
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Ep #20 - Strengthening our community bonds, building effective communication strategies, and preparing ourselves for the unexpected by learning and training is the heartbeat of American Contingency. We care about you because we care about our world, our country, our city, our neighborhood, our street, our social circle, our loved ones, ourselves! I…
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Ep #19 - Cultivating strong neighborhoods and communities, active listening, and conflict resolution are keystone attributes of an effective leader in any community. American Contingency focuses so intently on leadership because we know that while we might go faster alone, we go further together - and during a crisis, man-made and mother nature, kn…
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Ep #18 - What direction do you think the country is going? There are rumblings of discontent from all sides of the aisle and within every demographic, but...are we collectively being blinded by the immediate noise of the media machine and missing a huge opportunity to be grateful for everything we are privy to here in the United States? Mario Q (So…
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Ep #17 - National Preparedness Month is a time to focus on what you can do within our 12 categories to ensure you are as prepared as possible for any given Tuesday. These 7 powerful principles will guide you along your journey. Whether you are a newbie to the world of preparing or an old GOAT who loves to pass along their wisdom, these principles w…
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Ep #16 - Emergency communication. We talk about that so much within AmCon because we know that most people rely solely on their cell phones as their only way of communicating with anyone not directly in their immediate space. When Mother Nature blasts her chaos into our lives, that same network we love to watch funny videos on and order things so w…
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Ep #15 - September is National Preparedness Month! Picture this: It's any given Tuesday, and suddenly, a situation arises that you never saw coming. It could be a man-made incident like civil unrest or a public shooting, leaving you feeling uncertain about your safety, or a natural event like a severe thunderstorm hitting your neighbor's house with…
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Ep #14 - Urban and rural environments have different needs in "normal" times. Their needs become even more exaggerated in times of calamity and emergency scenarios. Kevin Outten, our Delaware Organizer, organizes disaster and emergency preparedness for the state of Delaware, and his experience with the disparities of country versus cities shows in …
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Ep #13 - Recently my neighbors house was struck by lightning right after the electric went out in my five-mile circumference - and of course after the dust settled I knew this was going to make a great American Contingency episode. So let's explore preparations for one frequently encountered situation - power outages and one less frequent situation…
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Ep #12 - Preparation is a core value here at AmCon. Training one another for the unexpected and then going out and doing what we've learned is an activity we actively do all around the country. Today we welcome Derek Jones to the mic to discuss the trainings and disaster scenarios simulations he coordinates within the West region of the United Stat…
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Ep #11 - Happy 4th of July. In this week's episode I dive into why I love the U.S.A. and some thoughts and feelings I have on why we can be the leaders in a more unified country. You will agree with some, disagree with other parts - and overall we will all step into this conversation with one mindset and depart with new insights into why we are pro…
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Ep #10 - “A jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better, than a master of one.” How well-rounded are you in your preparedness game? In this week's episode I introduce to you the new National Training Coordinator, Denny G, and we get into the importance of local government, how focusing on all 12 categories will help you solidify c…
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Ep #9 - Security is important to all of us. Whether it is our personal security, the safety of our family, or knowing that our home is protected and insured from the man-made and natural disasters that can shake us to our core - the certainty we seek as humans comes from preparing for what might happen hoping that it won't. In this week's episode w…
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Ep #8 - We're diving into the important sphere of security. Starting with personal security, we highlight the significance of staying alert and responsive to our surroundings for better prevention and management of threats. Next, we take you through the critical components of an effective home security system, featuring modern technology and tradit…
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Ep #7 - Isolation can lead to depression, we know how that went back during the pandemic. What sets American Contingency apart from other organizations is our steadfast focus on community building, growth, and education so that we can all be our own first-responders. In this week's episode we welcome to the show, Lori Marino, the National Marketing…
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Ep #6 - Today, we're going to be talking about 12 different categories of preparedness for natural and man-made disasters, and we've got one actionable tip for each of them. First up is communication. Let's be real, without communication, we'd all be screwed. So, our tip is to create a communication plan with your family and friends, and make sure …
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Ep #5 - During an emergency, people tend to be in survival mode when searching for food, water, and shelter. Are you trained and ready to handle yourself and loved ones when it's time to get yourselves to safety and security? In this episode Noell and I cover how knowing how to start a fire is essential to staying warm and cooking food when in surv…
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Ep #4 - Are you taking action in your community to strengthen the values and be the force for good? Leadership starts with you and now is the time to take action. What you want to see this country be is up to you to make it become. In this episode we discuss starting small and growing your preparedness game step by step rather than seeing it as thi…
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Ep #3 - When the weather goes sideways, civil unrest rises to a fury, or you have to get out fast for whatever reason - are you thinking ahead and planning for the kinds of situations you are likely to face? Building confidence despite the anxiety of those around you is going to pay dividends when everyone else is yelling, "the sky is falling." In …
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Ep #2 - Planning and preparedness is about putting yourself in a mental state so when a natural or man-made disaster comes barreling down on you the skills and training take over. Face uncertainty with confidence with a nationwide network of people just like yourself who are seeking the information they need to get ready before they have to be read…
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Ep #1 - Its time to get off the bench! Welcome to the American Contingency podcast. We are dedicated to informing, equipping, and training you so you are prepared to respond and recover from all kinds of natural and man-made emergencies. In this episode we will discuss why we are launching the podcast, what kinds of topics we will cover, and when i…
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Dustin sits down with Todd Nielsen, CEO of Nielsen Training and Consulting. Todd has more than 25 years experience in Law Enforcement, firearms instruction and coaching. Check out Nielsen Training and Consulting at https://nielsentraining.com/ or check them out on IG @nielsentraining. Join us on Locals to get early episodes, bonus content and be pa…
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Dustin sits down with Kevin Estela (@Estelawilded on IG) former teacher, author and survival expert. They scratch the surface on the world of survival skills, how Kevin learned his skills and practical things everyone can carry to survive. Pocket Dump: Swiss Army knife Flashlight BIC lighter Handkerchief Cell Phone Book Recommendations: 101 Skills …
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Mike sits down with Will Harbin to discuss his journey through Silicon Valley and what his experience has been working across the tech industry. They discuss the social climate and what impact that has on all content creators and digital communities. Join us on Locals to get early episodes, bonus content and be part of the American Contingency comm…
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Mike sits down with Siobhan Danger Darwish (@siobhan_danger on Locals @true_grit_hostler on IG) about growing up working on a family farm. She details her experience facing the social media mob and what learning opportunities she had along the way. Check out her documentary entitled "Know Your Farmer" on YouTube. Join us on Locals to get early epis…
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Dustin sits down with one of the American Contingency Intel Analysts, JJ Greene. They discuss the evolution of our culture, a little bit about Bond and technological issues that arise in an advanced society. Join us on Locals to get early episodes, bonus content and be part of the American Contingency community : americancontingency.locals.com Join…
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Dustin sits down with Thom Rigsby from the American Contingency Ham Radio Network. They discuss how communications are important part of the AmCon lifestyle and where to get started down the path. Thom also shares his background and personal stories about breakdowns in communications and what he learned along the way. Join us on Locals to get early…
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Mike sits down with Dustin (@realdustinmascorro on IG) from the American Contingency team. They discuss his background in Psychological Operations, growing up with Native family traditions and what on earth has been going on with social media.Join us on Locals to get early episodes, bonus content and be part of the American Contingency community : …
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This week Mike talks with former Green Beret and current SWAT Officer about his background and feeling called to serve. About Joe: He served as a Green Beret for 5 years and had one combat tour in that role with smaller deployments along the way. He since left the military to pursue a career in Law Enforcement, where he has and still serves as a SW…
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Mike talks with Amber (@joleighblonde on Instagram) about the practical aspects of preparedness as a parent. They discuss techniques, ideas and the reasoning behind building every member of your family into your preparedness lifestyle. Join us on Locals to get early episodes, bonus content and be part of the American Contingency community : america…
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This week Mike sits down with Neal Currey, veteran and owner of Ready Gunner in Orem, Utah about what its like owning a firearms business in today's culture as well as some election talk. Join us on Locals to get early episodes, bonus content and be part of the American Contingency community : americancontingency.locals.com Join USCCA: www.usccapar…
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Mason Miner joins Mike Glover in the American Contingency studio to talk about his background, where we are now and what the future may hold. Join us on Locals to get early episodes, bonus content and be part of the American Contingency community : americancontingency.locals.com Join USCCA: www.usccapartners.com/amcon…
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George talks with the founder of Forward Observer, Mike Shelby, about the purpose of intelligence. From analyzing your surroundings to what key indicators analysts look for to prepare for possible scenarios. Mike Shelby also shares a bit about his background and what he sees as the likely future for the United States. Join us on Locals to get early…
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Mike is joined in studio by Randy and Tina from American Contingency Northern Utah. They discuss their backgrounds in service through the military or directly in their communities out of uniform. They also go through some tips for the American Contingency community on how to make the most of local groups. Listen in for more on getting to know fello…
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Mike talks with Kawa Mawlayee (IG: @2alpha2quit) about how his journey and military service, social media censorship, what it means to be a firearms instructor in today's culture. Join us on Locals to get early episodes, bonus content and be part of the American Contingency community : americancontingency.locals.com Join USCCA: www.usccapartners.co…
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Retired Special Forces Sergeant Major Mike Glover and Retired Special Forces Master Sergeant Kevin Owens discuss what American Contingency is and why an organization focused on rebuilding communities is needed. Why has the prepared lifestyle become so crucial in today's uncertain times? Find out! Join us on Locals to get early episodes, bonus conte…
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