Prepping

In Episode 74 of The Kershner Files, Dave provides updates for PMs, Survival Realty, and Gun Shows. Prior to that, Dave updates listeners regarding changes and feedback for the Two Rivers Outfitter website and some general preparedness news regarding the latest jab statistics, chem trail bans in 25 states, and drilling permit proceeds. After all of these updates, Dave re-visits the roundtable discussion topic of a ‘soft’ civil war. Articles/topics discussed:
Two Rivers Outfitter - The Premiere Online Preparedness Store
DesignsbyDandTStore - Dave’s Etsy Shop for fun clothing options
Spot Prices for Gold (Au) and Silver (Ag) - from the davidjkershner.com website
Survival Realty - featured properties and new listings
State-by-State Gun Shows - from the davidjkershner.com website
Support Dave by visiting his new website at Two Rivers Outfitter for all of your preparedness needs and you can also visit his Etsy shop at DesignsbyDandTStore for fun clothing options.
Available for Purchase - Fiction:
When Rome Stumbles | Hannibal is at the Gates | By the Dawn’s Early Light | Colder Weather | A Time for Reckoning (paperback versions) | Fiction Series (paperback) | Fiction Series (audio)
Available for Purchase - Non-Fiction:
Preparing to Prepare (electronic/paperback) | Home Remedies (electronic/paperback) | Just a Small Gathering (paperback) | Just a Small Gathering (electronic)

In Episode 335, Shelby chats with Graham Judd about how easy, affordable and sustainable quail are. Preppers who may not want chickens may want to try quail; quiet, prolific, cheap, and nutritious. Check out our sponsors Survival Garden Seeds, ProOne Water Filters, EMP Shield, Paul Burke - Idaho Realtor, Numanna Foods. Learn more about our podcast at Prepping 2-0.com

There’s a common stereotype that preppers are all ex-military, CrossFit-trained woodsmen with six-figure bug-out cabins and a 3-year food supply. But that’s not reality—and honestly, it’s not necessary. Prepping is for everyone. Whether you’re older, younger, living with a disability, or brand new to the game, you can get ready for hard times in your own way, at your own pace. In this episode, we’re breaking down how everybody can prep—no matter their physical ability, age, or experience level.

Most prepping content is built around a sudden, dramatic event: a grid-down blackout, an EMP, a nuclear strike, or a massive natural disaster. These "flashbang" events are dramatic and terrifying, but they’re not the only way society falls apart. In fact, history shows us that more often than not, collapse comes slowly. Systems rot from the inside, trust erodes, infrastructure crumbles—and one day, you wake up to realize you’re already living in the aftermath. In this episode, we’re talking about the slow collapse: what it looks like, why it’s dangerous, and how to prep for it.

In a real collapse scenario, drawing attention to yourself can be a death sentence. Whether you're bugging out through hostile territory, guarding your home during a blackout, or simply trying to avoid desperate people, noise discipline is critical. Most preppers focus on firepower and food—but they forget that sound is often the first thing that gives you away. In this episode, we’re taking on the Quiet Gear Challenge: rethinking every squeak, jingle, and clatter in your kit.

Artificial intelligence has been making waves in nearly every industry, and prepping is no exception. While most preppers focus on traditional skills like food storage, bushcraft, and self-defense, AI is becoming an unexpected but powerful tool for preparedness. From automating inventory management to analyzing threats and even helping with skill acquisition, AI can enhance your ability to survive and thrive in uncertain times. In this episode, we’re diving into how AI is reshaping the world of prepping and why it might be the edge you need.

In the world of preparedness, the ability to adapt and grow is just as important as stockpiling supplies. Knowledge is one of the few preps that can never be taken from you. The more you know, the better you can handle any situation—from making your own gear to understanding alternative medicine or even thriving in a grid-down world. Learning isn’t just about survival; it’s about becoming a more capable, resilient person in every aspect of life.
But in a world of infinite information, how do you separate the useful from the noise? That’s where smart learning techniques come in. Inspired by Tim Ferriss and other efficiency experts, I’ve developed a system that helps me absorb information quickly, filter out nonsense, and actually retain what I learn.

In Episode 73 of The Kershner Files, Dave provides updates for PMs, Survival Realty, and Gun Shows. After that, Dave reveals his grand new venture in Two Rivers Outfitter and provides a long-term food storage demo using some of the products contained in the ‘Food- Storage’ collection from the new Two Rivers Outfitter website. Articles/topics discussed:
Spot Prices for Gold (Au) and Silver (Ag) - from the davidjkershner.com website
Survival Realty - featured properties and new listings
State-by-State Gun Shows - from the davidjkershner.com website
Two Rivers Outfitter - Dave’s NEWEST VENTURE REVEALED!
Support Dave by visiting his Etsy shop at DesignsbyDandTStore
Available for Purchase - Fiction:
When Rome Stumbles | Hannibal is at the Gates | By the Dawn’s Early Light | Colder Weather | A Time for Reckoning (paperback versions) | Fiction Series (paperback) | Fiction Series (audio)
Available for Purchase - Non-Fiction:
Preparing to Prepare (electronic/paperback) | Home Remedies (electronic/paperback) | Just a Small Gathering (paperback) | Just a Small Gathering (electronic)

In Episode 334, Shelby chats with Dr. Mark Sherwood about prepping for good health now so that we only need to visit the doctor for acute care and not chronic care – live long AND healthy. Check out our sponsors Survival Garden Seeds, ProOne Water Filters, EMP Shield, Paul Burke - Idaho Realtor, Numanna Foods. Learn more about our podcast at Prepping 2-0.com

A well-stocked prepper stash is useless if it’s lost in a fire, stolen, or otherwise compromised. Many preppers make the mistake of keeping all their supplies in one location, whether it’s their home, a basement, or a storage room. But what happens if disaster strikes and wipes out everything in one blow? The smart move is to spread out your supplies, hide them effectively, and ensure redundancy so you’re never left empty-handed.