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In Episode 312, we talk about possible Election Day mayhem. We continue the discussion in the After Show, available to Patreon supporters. You can sign up here to become a Patreon (thank you!). Please support our sponsors Survival Garden Seeds, ProOne Water Filters, EMP Shield, Numanna Foods, Backwoods Home Magazine, and Ammo Squared. We are part of the Firearms Radio Network. Learn more about our podcast at Prepping 2-0.com

My Thoughts On The Self Reliance Festival | episode 255
Join me today as I talk about my thoughts on the self reliance festival. My family and I just returned from this year’s self-reliance festival in Camden Tennessee at the SOE compound. We loved it. It was our first time going but definitely not our last. 
There were so many great speakers and demos going on there. There’s no way you could have left there without a lot more knowledge and being hyped to go out there and do things. 
I was very excited to see some old faces and meet some new ones. I have met Jack Spirko and John Willis before but it has been more than 10 years. I was still drinking when I went to Jack’s place so that’s at least more than 11 years ago.
Camping was fun as always. This was my daughter’s second time camping and she loved it.  There were so many kids for her to play with while we were there she had an absolute blast. 
The real hero of the festival was Toolman Tim’s wife who put on the Self Reliance Kids program. She did an amazing job. 

In Episode 54 of The Kershner Files, Dave provides the standard updates for PMs, Survival Realty, and state specific gun shows. Before that though, he discusses an email from Trucker Steve and an article from Ammo Squared regarding sight pictures and run and gun events. After the usual updates, Dave starts the show by discussing the latest happenings in the election and the lefts  continued efforts to steal the Presidency. If they’re successful we’ll likely see the start of CWII and/or WWIII. Dave manages to insert some ‘good news’ with the return of 2019 pricing for Thanksgiving. He closes the show by discussing the effects of EMPs and how long we can expect the loss of electricity. 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
L2Survive YouTube content
Pounds Equal Pain by Chris Corriveau from Ammo Squared
Afghan man in Oklahoma plotted Election Day terror attack in US on behalf of ISIS, Justice Department says by Louis Casiano from Fox News
Biden-Harris Admin Turning Migrants into Voting US Citizens at 'Fastest Speed in Years' as Election Draws Closer by C. Douglas Golden from The Western Journal
Latest Betting Odds Reveal Clear Favorite Two Weeks Before The Election by James Conrad from Patriot Journal
Pennsylvania Officials Investigating Up to Thousands of Fraudulent Voter Registration Applications by Randy DeSoto from The Western Journal
210,000 unsolicited voter registration applications sent out in Democrat Texas county in defiance of AG Paxton by Cortney Weil from Blaze Media
Walmart and Aldi Announce Return to Trump-Era Prices for Special Holiday Promo: 'Inflation-Free Thanksgiving' by Brian Chai from The Western Journal
How Long Will an EMP Last? by Aaron Pattison from Ask a Prepper
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)

Join me today as I talk all about scavenging vs looting. I recently saw this post on Facebook that said when is it ok to start looting. The poster was speaking about after the SHTF. But the post definitely went over like a lead balloon. There is never a time and place for looting. There is a place for scavenging though. And there is absolutely a difference. 
The definition of looting is: To steal goods from a place, typically during a war or riot. Scavaging is defined as searching for and collecting (anything usable) from discarded waste.
Breaking the windows out and taking something that is clearly not discarded waste is not scavenging. Some of it is grey. I talk about abandoned houses in this episode. I’ve seen videos and seen them in person. Houses in the middle of the woods that look like people just got up and left and never came back. 
Time is another factor. If something has been abandoned for 20 years I feel that is scavenging and not looting. The poor people in the affected flood areas right now want to return to their homes and would be looting. 

Welcome back to "The Jeffers Brief" on the Contra Radio Network, where we dive deep into the complexities of the current political landscape. This episode explores the intricate web of psychological operations (PSYOPs) and their impact on public perception, especially within the context of the upcoming elections.
We delve into the narratives crafted by the intelligence community to influence opinions and behaviors, highlighting how these tactics are deployed and their potential consequences. From the controversial claims against Donald Trump to the strategic dissemination of information, we dissect the methods used to sway voters and manipulate public sentiment.
In addition to unraveling these political maneuvers, we emphasize the importance of preparedness. We discuss practical steps for survivalists and preppers, including insights on growing your own food and ensuring self-sufficiency in uncertain times. Our sponsor, L2 Survive, offers valuable resources for learning essential survival skills.
Tune in for a thought-provoking discussion on the dynamics of modern political warfare and the critical need for vigilance and preparation. Join us as we navigate the turbulent waters of today's political environment and equip ourselves for whatever lies ahead.

In Episode 53 of The Kershner Files, Dave provides the standard updates for PMs, Survival Realty, and state specific gun shows. Before that though, he discusses Seeds for Survival LLC and their retirement sale. After the usual updates, Dave starts the show by reviewing the basic math for calories and number of servings. This conversation quickly shifted to spreadsheets, methods for long term storage, and assorted skills. After that, he discusses an intel leak and those ramifications as it pertains to the Middle East and the potential for WWIII. Dave closes the show by reviewing skills needed after any potential collapse. 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
Seed Suppliers - from the davidjkershner.com website
L2Survive YouTube content
Mountain. House Math at Costco by CommanderZero
US Intel Leak on Israeli Military Plans For Iran Sparks Fears of Biden Amin Mole by Greg Barnes from Conservative Fix
7 Survival Skills You’ll Need After the Collapse by Matt from Self-Sufficient Projects
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 311, we visit with one of our perennial guests, Jeff Reynolds, who survived not only Hurricane Helene but also Hurricane Milton. Jeff gives us his "after action" report as a fairly new prepper and how he fared. He'll tell us things he did well, things he didn't do so well, and things he'll make sure are in place if a hurricane happens again. He lives in Florida, he knows the chances are high. We continue the discussion in the After Show, available to Patreon supporters. You can sign up here to become a Patreon (thank you!). Please support our sponsors Survival Garden Seeds, ProOne Water Filters, EMP Shield, Numanna Foods, Backwoods Home Magazine, and Ammo Squared. We are part of the Firearms Radio Network. Learn more about our podcast at Prepping 2-0.com

Join host John Jeffers on this episode of The Jeffers Brief, exclusively on the Contra Radio Network, as he delves into the ongoing concerns surrounding election security. With reports of voting machines flipping selections and mail-in ballots found in storm drains, Jeffers discusses the potential implications for upcoming elections and urges listeners to remain vigilant.
In a heartfelt segment, Jeffers also pays tribute to Julie, a beloved member of the Contra Radio Network community and former co-host of "Ladies of the Watch." He reflects on her contributions and shares the sad news of her recent passing, honoring her legacy in the prepping community.
Tune in for updates on the Harris campaign, insights on the importance of voting, and a reminder of the enduring spirit of Contra Radio Network since its inception in 2014.

In Episode 52 of The Kershner Files, Dave provides the standard updates for PMs, Survival Realty, and state specific gun shows. Before that though, he discusses Lehman’s and their cook stoves along with the Modern Homesteading Conference in Idaho 2025. After the updates, Dave discusses caching, inflation, and driveway alarms. 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
L2Survive YouTube content
Lehman’s - Heat Stoves, Cook Stoves, and Ranges
444 ‘Underperforming’ 7-Eleven Stores to Be Closed After Sales Drop by Olivia Rondeau from Breitbart
How to Set Up an Off-Grid Early Alert System by Aden Tate from The Organic Prepper
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 310, our guest is Forest Garvin, noted prepping author and head of the prepping meet-up app PrepperNet. He is from North Carolina and has first-hand information about the destruction from Helene. We continue the discussion in the After Show, available to Patreon supporters. You can sign up here to become a Patreon (thank you!). Please support our sponsors Survival Garden Seeds, ProOne Water Filters, EMP Shield, Numanna Foods, Backwoods Home Magazine, and Ammo Squared. We are part of the Firearms Radio Network. Learn more about our podcast at Prepping 2-0.com