Contra Radio Network
Contra Radio Network is a podcast and vidcast platform that offers internet radio for Preppers and Patriots. Preppers are people who prepare for various emergencies and disasters, while Patriots are people who love and defend their country. Contra Radio Network hosts a variety of shows that cover topics such as survival, self-defense, politics, history, and more. Whether you are a beginner or an expert, you will find something interesting and useful on Contra Radio Network. Tune in and join the community of like-minded listeners and subscribers. The views and opinions expressed on Contra Radio Network are those of the authors and hosts of their respective shows, and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Contra Radio Network. Any content provided by our hosts, bloggers or authors are of their own opinion and do not represent Contra Radio Network.
Episodes

Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Ready Your Future | Get Ready with Your Hurricane Preparedness Checklist
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Hurricane season is here, and waiting until the last minute to prepare is a recipe for disaster. In this essential episode of Ready Your Future, Todd shares his real-world experience surviving multiple hurricanes to deliver the ultimate hurricane preparedness checklist that could save your family's life.
You'll discover why most people fail at hurricane preparedness and learn the critical before, during, and after strategies that separate prepared families from those left scrambling in the dark. This comprehensive prepper guide goes beyond basic survival tips to reveal advanced readiness strategies including generator management, food preservation without power, and how to build community goodwill during emergencies.
Todd's nine-page hurricane preparedness checklist serves as your complete roadmap for weathering any storm, whether you're a seasoned prepper or just starting your preparedness journey. Learn why hurricane preparedness is universal preparedness, and how these same principles apply to any disaster scenario you might face.
Download the free preparedness checklist and transform your family's ability to thrive during nature's most powerful storms.
Download the FREE Hurricane Preparedness Checklist on Ready Your Future.
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Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Survival Punk | Ep483: The Recession Question: Looming Crash or False Alarm?
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Everywhere you look, someone is screaming “recession.” Some say we’re already in one. Others shrug it off and point to the stock market hitting record highs. So who’s right? More importantly—what does it mean for you as a prepper?

Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Survival Punk | Ep482: The 72-Hour No-Spend Challenge
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
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Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
In Episode 91 of The Kershner Files, Dave provides the usual Survival Realty, Gun Shows, and conferences & convention information. The remainder of the show is spent discussing a number of current events topics effecting and driving our propensity to prep. 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
Conferences and Conventions - 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 and merchandise options. Two Rivers Outfitter merchandise is available on both the Two Rivers Outfitter and the davidjkershner.com websites.
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)

Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
Do you ever wonder why some people are more resilient than others? It's often said that hard times shape resilient people, but what about good times? Do they play a role in building resilience too? In this thought-provoking video, we explore the relationship between adversity and resilience, and how both good and bad times can shape us into stronger, more resilient individuals. From learning to cope with failure to developing a growth mindset, we'll dive into the ways that challenging experiences can help us build resilience, and how good times can help us appreciate and grow from those experiences. Whether you're going through a tough time or enjoying a period of success, this video will inspire you to tap into your inner strength and emerge even stronger on the other side.
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Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
Ready Your Future | How to Stay Cool When the Power Grid Fails!
Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
When summer heat combines with power grid failures, the results can be deadly—but they don’t have to be. In this essential episode, Todd draws from years of hurricane experience in Houston to share practical, life-saving strategies for staying cool when the electrical grid goes down and temperatures soar. You’ll discover how to create effective cooling zones in your home, recognize the dangerous stages of heat illness before they become emergencies, and implement DIY cooling techniques using common household items.
From battery-powered fans and evaporative cooling systems to smart hydration strategies and proper timing of daily activities, this episode covers everything you need to know to keep your family safe during extreme heat events. Todd also shares real stories from recent power outages, including why sometimes staying put is safer than evacuating, and provides specific gear recommendations that have proven invaluable during actual emergencies. Don’t wait until you’re sweating in the dark to learn these critical preparedness skills.
Links for this Episode
xasla 10000mAh Portable Rechargeable Clip on Fan
Jackery 1500 Explorer
Anker PowerCore 20100
FROGG TOGGS Chilly Sport Cooling Neck Wrap & Head Band
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Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
The Christian Prepper | Ep13: You Just Need a Rest! - Devo
Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
Are you feeling overwhelmed by constant stress and anxiety in today's chaotic world?
In this devotional episode, we explore how God gives you rest even in the midst of life's most challenging situations.
Join Todd as he dives into Genesis 33, examining Jacob's journey from intense fear to peaceful rest when reuniting with his estranged brother Esau.
Discover the biblical principle that resting in God is not just a suggestion but essential wisdom for both spiritual and preparedness journeys.
Resources
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Download the Blackout Checklist

Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
Ready Your Future - Economic Concerns and Financial Woes – We’re Stuck In It!
Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
In this hard-hitting episode, Todd tackles the financial stress that’s crushing American families, with nearly 70% of the population feeling anxiety and depression due to money concerns. He examines sobering economic indicators and real-world data showing just how much buying power has eroded over the past two decades.
But this isn’t just about the problems – Todd provides practical, actionable strategies to help you fight back against economic uncertainty. From side hustles and skill development to aggressive cost-cutting and community resource sharing, you’ll discover concrete ways to build financial resilience when others are barely staying afloat.
Links for this Episode
The Stripper Index
The Cost Of Living Is Out Of Control
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Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
The Christian Prepper | Ep12: It's Crazy Out There! - Truck Ride
Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
In this truck ride episode, Todd shares a troubling roadside encounter that perfectly illustrates the growing tension in today's society. What starts as a routine commute quickly evolves into a tense standoff between strangers—showcasing how everyday situations can rapidly escalate in our current climate.
Through this personal experience, your host explores the concept of "zeitgeist" (the spirit of our age) and offers practical wisdom on maintaining situational awareness during these unpredictable times. Whether you're concerned about personal safety, family protection, or simply navigating an increasingly on-edge world, this episode provides valuable perspective on finding balance and peace amid the chaos.
A thoughtful blend of prepping insights and spiritual reflection that reminds us all to keep our heads on a swivel in today's unpredictable world.
Resources
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Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
The Christian Prepper | Ep11: When Your Preps Won’t Cut It - Devo
Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
Wednesday Aug 20, 2025
In this episode, Todd dives into a pivotal moment in Jacob's life from Genesis 32 - the night he wrestled with God at Peniel.
At a crossroads between his past with Laban and the looming confrontation with his brother Esau, Jacob finds himself in a situation where his careful preparations and planning might not be enough. This episode explores those moments in life when even our best preparations leave us needing something more.
Through Jacob's transformative experience of wrestling and refusing to let go until receiving God's blessing, listeners will discover profound insights for both their faith journey and preparedness mindset. Todd examines how this ancient story reveals timeless wisdom for those moments when our gear, plans, and preparations fall short.
Resources
Listen to the RYF Podcast
Download the Blackout Checklist

Welcome to the home of Contra Radio Network!
The Contra Radio Network (CRN) is a single podcast housing nearly a dozen talented podcasts and vidcasts hosts and artists from around the country who release content daily. The CRN podcast releases 15-20 shows a week depending on current events, has several thousand downloads a month, and hundreds of thousands of downloads since coming on air in 2014. No issues are off-limits to any of these Patriots! Want a breakdown of current events? Got it! Want to know more about preparedness and self-sufficiency? Got it! Want a guy driving around ranting like a lunatic? Got that too! Want to hear about politics, sports, camping, firearms, and more? The Contra Radio Network has it all covered in spades!
Our shows and content creators are from all walks of life with a wide range of backgrounds and experiences so everyone has a totally different take, some rather humorously, on the world we find ourselves in. The best part is, the Contra Radio Network is on so many podcast sites, you’ll get notified by them daily every time one of our hosts gets an itch and releases an episode.
Give the hosts a listen and find the one, or a couple, that give you your fix and what you need to stay informed and prepared for what life and society throw at you.
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Disclaimer
The views and opinions expressed on Contra Radio Network are those of the authors and hosts of their respective shows, and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Contra Radio Network. Any content provided by our hosts, bloggers or authors are of their own opinion and do not represent Contra Radio Network.