Content reviews and advertising are an almost integral part of our community in 2024. The latest and greatest optic, pistol, carrier, or whatever have you drops, and you're not only inundated with reviews, but you have a vast library of content to consume and compare it to, should you wish. It's how many, if not all of us, shape our purchasing decisions. In this weeks episode, I'm joined by Elliot Delp, who is a YouTube personality who's got a lot of experience in the industry, building a presence from nothing, to something. Elliot makes some great video content, and was even nominated for some awards for his videos this past year. Together, we had a great discussion and dive into not only some of the lessons Elliot has learned while growing, but we spend quite a bit of time talking about monetary exchanges behind content, as well as the stigmas that can accompany some of those transactions. I found our chat to be very insightful, and I think ya'll will enjoy it too. Give it a listen!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

If you've been working to hone and refine your skills, push your limits and improve your performance, but have hit the plateau, this may be just the episode for you. This week, I'm joined by Rob Epifania, a USPSA Grand Master, Orion Training Group Cadre member, and owner of Systematic Performance Concepts, to talk all about getting better. As a competitive shooter as well as an athlete, Rob has a deep passion and drive for performing and excelling at high levels of competition. Throughout our talk, we dig into Rob's experience and growth not only as a shooter, but as a teacher, touching on things like not only what you're training, but how you train it. We talk quite a bit about the importance of details and deliberate evaluation, as well as the value in introspection. I personally had a lot of fantastic takeaways from our chat, and look forward to bringing Rob back on in the future to expand on this conversation.You can find Rob on Instagram at @robepifania as well as more information and free lessons at https://www.robepifania.net/free-drills?utm_campaign=skedlink&utm_medium=button&utm_source=skedlinkVisit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

Many of us carry a firearm when we leave our homes every day. It's as much a part of our routine as is putting on shoes. While it's great to talk about training, and proficiency, performance, and culture, there's one very vital part of the discussion that seems to constantly take the back seat. The legal impact of employing that tool, and the profound life change you may experience the day you have to reach for it. For some of us, and I pray all of us, that day may never arrive. However, hope, isn't a plan, and therefor we must understand the position we put both ourselves and our families in when taking on the responsibility of carrying a firearm. I'm joined in this weeks discussion by Jason, or as you may know him on Instagram, @Beardmohawk, who is an attorney and part time law enforcement agent. We get deep in the weeds on laws, gun control, why your personal awareness matters, and a ton more that I can't share here. It's important to hear this one, and I implore you all to take the time to get this information, and make some changes accordingly.Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

As it is the beginning of February, it's time for yet another iteration of our SITREP series. In this months episode, we get into the ongoing and constantly evolving situation in Texas, as Governor Abbott works to secure the southern border while pulling in support from half the union. As the border security concern has only gotten worse over the past few years, this because a hot button issue and will likely be incredibly impactful on the outcome of the election later this year. I also share my thoughts on California and the storms threatening the state as their infrastructure continues to fail, along with thoughts and opinions around some of the new laws coming into effect here in the state of Michigan this month. There's a whole lot that we share in this episode, check it out for yourself!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

When most of us think of comm's, we think of all those scenes from movies like Navy SEALs and The Rock with dudes magically having their radio's pre configured, running throat mic's and push-to-talk devices. Behind the scenes though, is a whole world of tech wizardly and understanding that has to be well understood to culminate in that level of effectiveness and capability. To dive into some of the finer points to this. I'm joined by returning guest, Lyndsey Do of LKD communications and Orion Training Group, as well as Austin Joe Miller, who is one of the instructors for Mojave Repeater. This was a dynamic conversation, and the three of us got into a whole mess of different topics. We talking about the importance of fundamental skills and understanding, we talked about radio selection and equipment standardization, as well as inter-operability of your equipment and the impact it can have on your performance. So much good information is packed into this discussion. If you're needing to take serious steps in your COMSEC planning, or are even a newcomer and trying to figure out what you don't know, this is a great episode to check out. Give it a listen!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comBen Franklin Range - www.benfranklinrange.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

You've more than likely been told, by more than one person who claims to be an expert, that as a civilian, you shouldn't be learning C.Q.B. It's not something that the average joe will find themselves needing, and therefor learning it is a fantasy. Until the day that comes to pass where it isn't, and you find yourself needing those skills. To dig into this point, and many others, I sit down once more with Troy, of Defender Series Training Group. We chat about the importance of not only training law enforcement, but also civilians how to search and clear a structure. We also get into the psychology behind training, and the importance of effective communication. I had a great time catching up with Troy, and the conversation was top notch. If you're someone on the fence about committing the time and resources to any of this, I encourage you to give this episode a listen first, and then make up your mind.Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comBen Franklin Range - www.benfranklinrange.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

Its been forever and a day since the last time we had a grab bag episode, to answer or share answers to questions from all of you, our listeners. This week, Josh and I sit down to go through a handful of questions submitted to us over social media throughout the past several weeks. We get into a few different things, including clothing, cold weather advice, night vision, and more. This was honestly a ton of fun for the two of us to sit down and put together, and we're both looking forward to being able to do this again in a few months. Feel free to send us a message on any of our platforms, to have your question or topic featured in the next Grab Bag episode!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comBen Franklin Range - www.benfranklinrange.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

You all may know her as Amy.556 on social media, but Amy Abbott is a nineteen year law enforcement veteran with a passion for teaching. Amy joins me in this weeks episode for a fantastic discussion around law enforcement, training, standards and a bunch more. We talk living and working in Alaska, the average range session and how the climate plays a role in how you have to prepare and carry out practice. From cold weather preparedness to optic and flashlight durability, we absolutely crammed a ton into this discussion. Amy's teaching focuses on the importance of solid fundamentals and reinforcing good habits, as well as teaching shooters how to read their own output for great understanding of concepts on the range. I really enjoyed this discussion, and I think you all will find it interesting as well!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comBen Franklin Range - www.benfranklinrange.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

The first SITREP of the 2024 calendar year! We're only a handful of days into the new year, and already have a lot to discuss and talk about. It was announced Friday that Wayne LaPierre, the long sitting CEO of the National Rifle Association, is officially resigning, effective at the end of January. What makes this even more interesting, is that this comes amidst the civil suit against the NRA in New York. I share my thoughts and a little history around the thirty-three year tenure of LaPierre and talk about what we hope will come from this. Additionally, we get into the soon to be official gun control legislation that's becoming active here in Michigan, and how it will likely impact lawful ownership, and largely have none of the intended effects. We wrap this week with a mention of some mischievous behavior, and words of caution around how we as a community present ourselves out to the world. A lot crammed into this SITREP, I hope you enjoy it!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comBen Franklin Range - www.benfranklinrange.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

To kick off 2024 with a bang, I'm joined by Walsh, of Thin Line Defense Co. If you haven't checked out one of their many reviews, TLDC is a group of guys from various backgrounds, who review, analyze, and critique products within our 2A industry. Anything ranging from nylon gear, to optics, to lights, and more - they will put it through their comprehensive evaluation process and provide consumers like you and I with both the good and bad behind it. This was a great discussion that actually ended up getting into some of the "behind the curtain" that comes with our industry. Additionally, we talked a good deal about shooting, developing skills through dry fire, the applications of various reticles at distances, and a whole lot more. I had a great time with this one, and ya'll are gunna love it!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comBen Franklin Range - www.benfranklinrange.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

As the year comes to a close, it's important to take a look back, and have a moment to reflect on all that's passed in twelve months. Josh and I share some stories, thoughts, and feelings about everything we've experienced in 2023, as well as some hopes and goals for 2024. From night vision, to personal connections, to everyday carry, we get into quite a bit. Our training group found each other this year, and has thus far been some of the most impactful training, and experiences, we've ever had. Both good and bad, this has been an eventful year for us both, as well as the pod. If you've been following us for a long time, you know we like to wrap up the calendar this way, and do our best to put everything in perspective. Check it out, and get ready to head into 2024 with us!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comBen Franklin Range - www.benfranklinrange.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

We talk often, but not much, about being fit, or failing. In any number of ways, our physical capability and fitness is tied directly to our survivability. However, we don't often in our community offer depth to the discussion or solutions to remedy it. I'm joined this week by Dan Minnicks, owner of Apex Performance Integration to have just that discussion and hopefully help some of you out there searching for answers, or maybe even simply a starting point in your wellness journey. Apex is a company founded to provide solutions to individuals who want to be healthier, stronger and more capable. In his work with Apex, Dan trains a number of exception individuals, ranging from athletes to law enforcement. We talk at length about things like stress management, personal accountability and consistency, determination and more. If you're looking for guidance in your own wellness journey, this is a great discussion for you. You can contact Dan at [email protected] or check out trainatapi.com for more information.Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comBen Franklin Range - www.benfranklinrange.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

Having been at this a while, it's not often anymore I have the opportunity to sit down and talk about completely knew subjects. In this weeks episode, I sit with J.T. and we dive into his work and experience with Urban Sniper applications, as well as Undercover rescue operations. Throughout our conversation, we talked about the challenges that have come within both of these roles, as well as sharing some success stories and also some considerations that most of us might not think of. This was a very interesting exchange, and one that I think all of us, both law enforcement and civilian alike, can take something away from. I look forward to having J.T. back on in the near future for a round two, to get into even more of this!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comBen Franklin Range - www.benfranklinrange.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

This week, I get to grab some time with Mr. Chris Poindexter of H.R.T. Tactical Gear. H.R.T. is a tactical gear company that produces top quality plate carriers, belts and more. The company actually began back in 2007 as a training company and has transitioned into a role developing and selling gear built to suit all sorts of demands and situations. Chris and I talk about not just some of the things that H.R.T. has going, but about training opportunities and the importance of those experiences when building shooters. We touched on the changes and developments Chris has witnessed in practical law enforcement training, as well as how those changes impact the gear that H.R.T. designs produces. This was a outstanding conversation that touched on much more than simply shooting, and nylon. I highly recommend giving this a listen!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comBen Franklin Range - www.benfranklinrange.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

Hard to believe we're into December, but here we are. With the arrival of the holiday season, we're on to our final SITREP of the 2023 calendar year, and there's plenty to talk about. In this installment, I share my thoughts and feelings around a number of current events, including the election in Argentina, the new ruling around the pistol brace ban, and even talk about the impact of the auto workers strike. Several different topics, and all worth your time. I think you'll find quite of bit of interesting information in this one all. Give it a listen, and as always, feel free to reach out to us with your comments and questions!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comBen Franklin Range - www.benfranklinrange.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

Hard to believe it's already been a year and a half since the last time I was able to connect with Ian Strimbeck. If any of you have been keeping up with Ian and his work with Rune Nation, you know that he's a dedicated dude, with a strong mindset and a determined attitude. That's exactly why, in this weeks discussion, he and I sit down to talk about our opinions and feelings on our community, self development, and personal accountability. We talk at length about discomfort, complacency, self-reliance, dedication, and desire. Certainly one of the deeper conversations I've been fortunate to have here on the pod, but there's a lot to take away from this discussion. Give it a listen, and see for yourself!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comBen Franklin Range - www.benfranklinrange.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

As we're growing closer to the Thanksgiving holiday, so too are we approaching the greatest shopping day of the year. Black Friday. The opportunity every twelve months for all of us to change, upgrade, and add that one elusive and expensive piece of gear/equipment to our setup. While we certainly try to highlight how to be best take advantage of black Friday, this year I wanted to have a discussion to give some context and some detail around why, and bring in an outside perspective. Both Josh and I share our thoughts and logic around what you should purchase first, what should be some of the last things you consider for yourself, as well as more than a couple stories to go along with it all. We both had a lot of fun putting this together, and sincerely hope that it helps a few of you make some great decisions this holiday season. Hope you enjoy, and Happy Thanksgiving from the PMP team to you and your families!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comBen Franklin Range - www.benfranklinrange.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

With Thanksgiving around the corner, this time of year is about giving thanks, and along with that, reflection. As we look back, it's often surprising and humbling to see how our individual and unique perspectives have changed. Josh and I sit down and talk about what's brought us to where we are today, what lessons we've learned, and share major points of growth, as well as truly impactful moments in our lives. From historical events that triggered a change in mindset and demeanor, to large purchases that reshape our view on capability, we touch on quite a bit. This was a really insightful and open discussion, and I'm sure many of you can related to lots of what we have to say.Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comBen Franklin Range - www.benfranklinrange.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

Communication. It's part of almost everything we do. Somehow though, in the tactical space, it has become one thing so many of us miss. For this weeks discussion, I sit down with Lyndsey Do, owner of LKD Communications and Cadre at Orion Training Group, to talk about just that. Lyndsey spent ten years in the Army National Guard working specifically as a radio specialist, and has a passion for brining this information to her students. We talk quite a bit about radios and the capabilities they offer, as well as the under appreciated value of local ham radio organizations that the plethora of information they offer. Further, we talk about a lot of things folks have common questions on like budget, tactical setups, encryption, and more. This conversation was a lot of fun, and I think you will enjoy it as well!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comBen Franklin Range - www.benfranklinrange.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

November's SITREP is here, and as usual, I dive into a few select pieces of current affairs, and give my thoughts and opinions. This month, as usually, unfortunately, we are talking about more suggested gun control, as well as the flaws that accompany those suggestions. I talk about responsibly armed and prepared citizens, and give a few insights around why we're seeing these steps in D.C. to try and reshape American rights.Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comBen Franklin Range - www.benfranklinrange.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

Fresh off several back to back night vision courses, Jon Dufresne joins me once again on the pod. This time, I have the chance to pick Duffy's brain on getting into night vision, and the learning curve that comes with these tools. While's there certainly several barriers, including price, which can make access to these kind of tools difficult, it's important we continue to make ownership and usage more normal. We get into talking about single versus dual tube setups, and if there's really a true down-side to owning one over the other. Past that, we get into housings, features, helmets, mounts, and more. This definitely isn't even close to everything we could talk about with NODs, but it will hopefully answer many questions, and give you a push in the right direction if you're still on the fence about buying a tube.Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comBen Franklin Range - www.benfranklinrange.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

For many of us, buying a large piece of land, with some place to shoot, is a goal and a dream. For others, potentially even the faint idea of opening our own range or training facility as a side job is a fond concept we think about in our free time. In this weeks episode, I sit with Ryan, one of the owners of Ben Franklin Range, who's brought both of those ideas together, and more to provide everyone from average citizens to law enforcement and military personnel a outstanding place to train. We get a true, behind the scenes look at what it's like owning and maintaining a training facility, how this all came to be for Ryan, and even a few sneak peeks at what is coming in the near future for BFR. If you visited the site for the HTA Range Day event in September, or any other classes, you know this is a top tier facility. If you haven't yet made the trip out, give this episode a listen, and hear what you're missing out on!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

Chance is back! After having the opportunity to finally meet Chance at last months HTA Range Day event, and hearing the rave reviews on his vehicle combatives class he gave, I wanted to catch up with him and hear his take on what's otherwise a very popular topic in the shooting space. We've all seen videos of dudes blasting out ports in windshields and fighting out of a vehicle to their trunk to retrieve their carbine. Chance however, offers a different take and perspective on this topic, for the daily carry civilian. As always, this was a really insightful and fun conversation, and I really did enjoy hearing the explanations behind what Chance teaches and why. If you're someone who's out and about commuting, or simply just worried about your and your families safety in public settings, you'll get a lot out of this. Check it out!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

With everything that is quickly developing with the conflict in Israel, I thought it important to share the facts and some of the research I conducted. As the United States has become a strong international partner with Israel, the implications of this situation could have effects on much more than just that country. I give a high level timeline of what's been going on, talk a bit about gorilla fighting and why the moves you're seeing are so effective, and go on to share ideas around what might be coming in the next few days and weeks. This is certainly a shocking and horrific scenario that is playing out in front of us, and while much of the world will simply share social media banners with support for one side or another, I thought it critical to give a more informed perspective.Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

Success is something we all strive for, and simultaneously the one thing many of us feel like we never quite achieve. With this being our two hundredth episode, I wanted to take the opportunity to share how we found our success, and how The Prepared Mindset has gotten to where it is today. I spend a good amount of time talking about how and why this project was started, but I also give a rare look into behind the scenes and what has made it work this long. There's definitely been a fair bit of adversity and more than one occasion where we almost called it quits. Through everything, we have persevered and this, more than ever, is a successful endeavor. Plenty of laughs, a ton of thank you messages, and a lot more in this episode. If you've made it this far with us, I encourage you to give this a listen, and see if you know as much about Prepared Mindset, as you think you do!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

Josh is in, and we finally have the opportunity to sit down together to recap for all of you, our group trip out to Pennsylvania. The HTA Range Day is a charity event to benefit Human Trafficking Awareness by sending all the proceeds of the weekend to Deliver Fund. Aside from this being a fantastic experience, it obviously supports a tremendous cause. Josh and I share the details around how this trip came to be for us, and we get into everything that went on over the weekend. A large point of discussion was the outstanding class Josh was a part of with Blake Flannery and Alex Manor, learning their approach to Small Unit Maneuver. There was a whole lot we did on this trip, and we get into pretty much all of it here. If you weren't able to make it out this year, but want to next year, give this a listen, and see what you missed out on!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

As we jump in to October, we have a lot of news to discuss, and talk about how it impacts our community. In this SITREP installment, I talk about the passing of Senator Feinstein, and what implications it could carry with it, as well as looking into the creation of yet another anti-2A office. We also unpack the recent court ruling in California, regarding the ban of detachable magazines over ten rounds, and what this decision could mean for the future of states with similar legislation. All of this, and more, on this months SITREP!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

Joe Pistone is a former Marine, current Law Enforcement, and a member of the cadre at Orion Training Group. When I traveled to the HTA Range Day event, Joe was one of the instructors running my class, and I had the privilege of learning from him throughout my day and half spent at the event. As someone who's been involved on the learning side and done a good amount of development in the realm of CQB both in and out of military, Joe has a lot of knowledge and insight not only around teaching, but designing a curriculum. We spend time in our conversation talking about principle based teaching, information processing, the challenge of working behind the power curve, and a lot more. I was very much looking forward to this discussion, especially coming out of the class, and getting to pick Joe's brain. This was a awesome discussion, and I'm very much looking forward to being able to have Joe back on for more!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

This week, I have a very unique conversation with Mr. Sam Boyer Groff, or as many of you probably know him, Prep Medic. Sam is a flight medic and also works with a local sheriff's department as a SWAT medic. As such, he has a lot of experience dealing with a variety of medical emergencies that many of us could hardly ever dream of encountering. We spend time talking first about what brought him into his current career position, what it takes to get there for folks aspiring to do it, as well as the very specific role that he fills in his day to day on the flight crew and SWAT team. I've been personally following Sam online for several years, so getting to sit down and pick his brain was a great opportunity. If you're considering a career as a Paramedic, or already are one and working towards your next step, this is a great discussion that might help you.Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

Matt Thomas is a Arizona native who has spent the last 30 years working as a Pinal County Sheriff's deputy, and currently holds the role of Chief Deputy. Over the course of his career, he has worked in Detention, Patrol, Narcotics, S.W.A.T., Undercover, and more. Given his position, and experience combating the cartel activity that comes through his jurisdiction, I took the opportunity to pick Matt's brain on many of the issues involving the U.S. southern border. We talk at length about human trafficking, drug and weapons smuggling, the impacts on our countries infrastructure, and also how we're fighting back. Certainly, Matt has no shortage of experience, and was able to explain a lot of how local LE agencies as well as Federal agencies like Border Patrol are trying to address the crisis at the border. I learned a lot, and I encourage anyone concerned with the status of our illegal immigration problem to give this one a listen.Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

Josh and I sit down for a discussion around the importance of discomfort, and mental toughness when evaluating your personal growth. One of the biggest setbacks we all face with our individual development is one we are least likely to acknowledge, and can be the most difficult to face. Our own individual aptitude for overcoming the adversity which we encounter. We talk at length about how placing yourself in specific situations to spur growth, while acknowledging an overall lack of personal comfort, is often times the largest step that can be taken when trying to further oneself. In today's day and age, with technology and instant gratification everywhere, this is becoming more and more uncommon in our society.Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

Hard to believe we're already in September, as the summer continues to wind down for 2023. Since it's a new month, it's time for another SITREP as we bring you current events and political news, while sharing thoughts and feelings around their impacts. In this installment, we talk again about the growing concern with the southern border of the United States, the health status of our country, our expectations of our aging leadership, and more. There's a lot to dive into with this, and we waste no time getting started. Give it a listen, and don't forget to share your thoughts with us!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

Trey Rosenbaum joins me again for this weeks episode as we dive into one of his life's great passions, Disaster Relief work. Like myself, Trey's first experience with relief work, similar to myself, was assisting with the nation wide effort to send supplies to Hurricane Katrina victims. Living in Arkansas, Trey has experienced a lot of Tornadoes, flooding, deep freezes, and as a result devoted a lot of time to getting certifications for relief work, and helping people. We spend a lot of time in our discussion talking about the training and certification process, who sponsors the groups that provide the relief to impacted communities, and crisis management. A lot of good dialogue here around the importance of a strong network, and a devoted community, as well as security and communication within the community during times of chaos. This was a tremendous conversation, and one I think you'll really enjoy.Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

I am joined this week by Chris Dwulet, who is a writer for ammo.com. Chris and I get into several points of discussion, but primarily focus on prepping in a suburban setting versus rural, and his personal experience of helping his mother-in-law flee Ukraine and escorting her safely to the United States. Many pieces of prior guest conversations can be found in our chat, but the story itself is incredible. Things like reliable communication, planning and contingency planning and more are highlighted. We talked about prepping in your community, as well as the next steps that can be taken to further position you and your family for success. Absolutely one of the most interesting and captivating guests that I've had on the pod thus far, and I highly encourage everyone to give this a listen.Chris also share this link for everyone to save on their next ammo order as you continue to stock up! https://ammo.com/chrisVisit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podCustom Night Vision - www.customnightvision.comHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comOne Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

As I find myself amidst another year of getting off the grid, and heading out to teach camp, and shape the minds of future musicians, I thought it a great opportunity to talk about teaching. It's a interesting relationship between teacher and student, and one that I think is often misunderstood. Personally, I've spent a immense amount of time trying to deepen my understanding, in order to be a better instructor. In this episode, I share my experiences and feelings around the importance of communication within this relationship, Specifically, I talk at length about the separate, but connected, responsibilities that are part of effective learning, and training. If you're someone who's looking for ways to grow your training group, or maybe just a better handle on why you're not getting better faster, this should a great episode to check out!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comMidwest Gun Works - www.midwestgunworks.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 5% off your order!One Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

It's been a hot minute, and then some, since we had a dedicated discussion to everyday carry. As a prepared community, this concept is baked into our daily lives. The tools and gear that we carry with us to enhance our capabilities, it what makes up our E.D.C. With that said, I share thoughts around what your should carry, provide some caution when selecting holsters, talk medical, carry bags, knives, and watches. Truly a departure for the discussions we've gotten used to here, but a fun one none the less! Give it a listen, and see how you stack up with what you carry out of the house every day!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comMidwest Gun Works - www.midwestgunworks.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 5% off your order!One Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

Another month, and another round of updates, as we jump into current events, and some good ole fashioned political commentary. We have the ongoing investigation into the current president's possibly illicit business dealings, another arraignment of our former president, the vice president serves up another word salad, and more. We try and release these at least once a month, to bring you all our thoughts and our feelings around the world we live in, what it could possibly mean, and even what we think may come next. Check it out, and feel free to reach out and share your thoughts as well!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comMidwest Gun Works - www.midwestgunworks.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 5% off your order!One Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

Human trafficking is probably one of the most well known, and least acknowledged problems that plagues society today. It exists globally and is an industry that generates revenue beyond what most markets can achieve in their greatest of years. To bring awareness and education to this cause, I sit down with Kara Smith, a consultant and Air Force veteran to talk about this. As someone who has spent time working with multiple government agencies, supported law enforcement in their efforts to combat trafficking and increase training, Kara has a wealth of knowledge to help inform us. During this week's discussion we get into different types of trafficking, their impacts and causes, as well as what some agencies in the U.S. are doing to collaborate and combat the issue, and how we all can contribute as prepared civilians, to prevent this heinous activity. This is a deep, heavy conversation, but one I was very happy to have with Kara, and am proud to bring to you all.Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comMidwest Gun Works - www.midwestgunworks.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 5% off your order!One Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

I'm joined this week, by former Marine, and Air Force veteran, Alex Manor. Alex is one of the instructors at Maneuver Training Solutions, as well as the face of both Leaderless Gentlemen and Tactical Lifters Guild on Instagram. We have the opportunity to sit down and have a deep conversation about life, balance, fitness, nutrition, personal accountability, raising children, and more. This was one of the more surprising discussions I've had the privelage to host, and definitely one of the most enjoyable. For any of you out there chasing your purpose, on the journey to self recovery or self improvement, this chat is a manifestation of many of the struggles we all battle in our day-to-day. Truly an exception experience, and one that I believe you will all enjoy.Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comMidwest Gun Works - www.midwestgunworks.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 5% off your order!One Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

Bryan Veliz is the owner and founder of Slytac Training. In addition to that, he's spent years instructing as a full time LE officer and working with Centrifuge Training. As a result, Bryan brings a unique combination of experience from both the training/teaching forefront, and the real world participation as a police officer. We sit down, and chat about what got Bryan started, how he got where he's at today, and what drives his training philosophy. Subjects like low-light engagements, white light manipulation, vehicle combatives, and injured shooter considerations make up the core of what Slytac and Bryan bring to their students. If you're a current officer, looking for a strong resource for well informed training, this will be a great listen. And, if you're a prepared civilian looking to grow your capabilities within your daily life, this is for you too. Check it out folks!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comMidwest Gun Works - www.midwestgunworks.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 5% off your order!One Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

White Lights. We all carry them, either on a firearm, on our person, or ideally, both. It's hard today to have a discussion around the flashlight game and not have the name Cloud Defensive brought into the conversation. Cloud has been around for about a decade and has turned heads with its products, pushing the limits of what's on the market. In this weeks episode, I have the chance to chat with Sean McCauley, one of the two founds and owners of Cloud, and talk all about flashlight innovation, and what's make the team at Cloud Defensive so successful. We talk about manufacturing, customer service, technology, and a lot more. If you're a fan like I am, you'll love this discussion. If you've never heard of these guys, I think you'll be pleasantly surprised!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comMidwest Gun Works - www.midwestgunworks.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 5% off your order!One Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

In this latest installment of our SITREP series, I talk about some of the geo-political crisis that are happening over in Europe. There are several strong parallels to be drawn between some of our own experiences here in the U.S. and what we're seeing in the news in both France, as well as the Netherlands. Greater understanding of these overall issues is indicative of many underlying and symptomatic problems that our society across the globe is facing in 2023. Additionally, we spend time discussing the importance of border security and it's impact on human trafficking, in reference to the file Sound of Freedom.Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comMidwest Gun Works - www.midwestgunworks.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 5% off your order!One Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

As we celebrate the fourth of July, I thought it important to talk about not only why it's a true holiday worthy of our celebration, but the responsibility we as American's we have to uphold it's meaning. I talk about current events and the erosion of the Second Amendment community, and how the behaviors that allowed for that same damage can further lead to dramatic swings in our country. Everyone should absolutely take full advantage of the opportunity celebrate the liberties and freedoms that our home affords us, and take it up on themselves to protect and grow those same ideals within our communities. Happy Fourth of July all!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comMidwest Gun Works - www.midwestgunworks.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 5% off your order!One Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

We talk a lot about physical capability and personal health in our community, as they directly correlate with ones survivability. If you can't run long distances with good stamina, carry large quantities of weight, or lift heavy objects as needed, it raises questions. The flip side of this discussion, is how we fuel our bodies and how we care and maintain our bodies. Jayme Galash joins me in this weeks episode as we get into nutrition and understanding how to care for our bodies. The correct behaviors in the gym are only completely effective when paired with a effective diet. Further, being able to understand and address lingering health issues that could impact your overall effectiveness. We talk nutritional therapy, effective nourishment, dieting, and more. Definitely a insightful conversation, especially if you're looking to maximize your training and personal capability.Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podHRT Tactical Gear - www.hrttacticalgear.comMidwest Gun Works - www.midwestgunworks.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 5% off your order!One Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

Fresh off of our introductory range session for Fathers Day, Josh, Trevor and I go over the experience and how sobering it was. Having spent so many years shooting, learning, and training, we easily forget the fundamentals involved with getting started down the road of tactical training. Administrative tasks like just walking down the range and how to handle the weapon platform all the way to safety procedures are all learning opportunities for the uninitiated. We dive into all of this and more as we share stories from the weekend, as well as our personal learning over the years. As focus on growing the community and building a training group of well prepared individuals.Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podMidwest Gun Works - www.midwestgunworks.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 5% off your order!One Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

In this latest situation report, as always, I share my thoughts and feelings around current events, what's led us to them, what we can expect going forward, and more. With the passing of the June 1st brace ban amnesty deadline we dive into all of that nonsense, as well as my personal thoughts and feelings around the investigation to the bribery allegations related to our presidents family. As it's fathers day, I also take a few moments to thank all the father's out there, and share with you why it's so important to have a positive male figure in our children's lives.Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podMidwest Gun Works - www.midwestgunworks.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 5% off your order!One Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!

If you're a fan of performance based pistol training, you've no doubt heard of Scott Jedlinski, a.k.a. Jedi, and his company, Modern Samurai Project. Scott's teaching and knowledge has become well known, and well respected within our community for its effectiveness and it's proven results. In this week's discussion, I get to sit with Jedi for a few moments and talk to him about what led him to start teaching, why the focus on red dot optics and appendix carry performance, and more. The recurring themes in what has driven much of Scott's success come out in the discussion as we get into martial arts, controlling fights, building consistency, as well as having a aggressive and accountable mindset. If you're a fan of Scott's teaching, or just looking into pistol optics for the first time, I think you're really gunna dig this!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podMidwest Gun Works - www.midwestgunworks.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 5% off your order!One Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!Active Carry - www.activecarrytec.com discount code "PMP10" for 10% off your order!

Something that gets a lot of buzz, and a lot of discussion today, is the concept of getting off the grid, away from civilization, and homesteading. It's a great idea that affords you a lot of additional freedom and benefits. I'm joined this week by Trey Rosenbaum, a Horticulturalist, as we talk about some of the foundational pieces of starting yourself down the road of greater sustainment, and a stronger community. We go beyond just food storage and sourcing nourishment locally, and talk at length about disaster relief, as well as mutual assistance networking. This was a really insightful discussion for me, and I think that if you're someone interested in growing your network, building your own sustainment, or looking for ways to be more prepared, you'll enjoy this!Visit our sponsors!Patreon - www.patreon.com/prepared_mindset_podMidwest Gun Works - www.midwestgunworks.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 5% off your order!One Hundred Concepts - www.onehundredconcepts.comLarp Labs - www.larplabs.com discount code "preparedmindset" for 10% off!Active Carry - www.activecarrytec.com discount code "PMP10" for 10% off your order!!