End is Near Gear
By Holly
End is Near GearApr 07, 2021
China+Russia+US = Whiskey Alpha Romeo?
In this episode we discuss the current events involving China's pursuit of Taiwan as well as Russia's pursuit of Ukraine - what both have been up to and what it could mean for the US. Plus a small rant.
Intro/Outro Music “End Game” by Per Kiilsofte – Machinamasound.com Legacy Track Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)
China/Taiwan Articles:
Satellite Imagery: China Staging Mock Invasion of Taiwan?
China's growing firepower casts doubt on whether U.S. could defend Taiwan
With Swarms of Ships, Beijing Tightens Its Grip on South China Sea
China's Military Preparing for U.S. Intervention in Taiwan Strait
China's Military Has Surpassed US in Ships, Missiles and Air Defense, DoD Report Finds
Russia/Ukraine Articles:
Satellite images show huge Russian military buildup in the Arctic
US Allies Threatened By Russian Nukes, Experts Say
Watch 3 Russian Nuclear Submarines Smash Through Arctic Ice at Once
Three Russian nuclear submarines simultaneously break through Arctic ice in drills
Three Russian Ballistic Missile Submarines Just Surfaced Through The Arctic Ice Together
Biden calls Ukraine's leader, pledges "unwavering support" in the face of Russian "aggression"
Russia warns West against sending troops to back Ukraine
China Sends TWENTY War Planes into Taiwan Air Space after Russia Opens Nuke Missile Hatches on Arctic Submarines
The West waits for Putin’s next move as Russia-Ukraine tensions rise
Russian 'troop build-up' near Ukraine alarms Nato
Current Events
Links:
Suez Canal Blockage:
www.cnbc.com/2021/03/25/suez-canal-blockage-is-delaying-an-estimated-400-million-an-hour-in-goods.html
People in Ohio being monitored for Ebola:
www.dispatch.com/story/news/2021/03/24/ohio-health-officials-monitoring-residents-exposure-ebola-africa/6991702002/
Intro/Outro Music “End Game” by Per Kiilsofte – Machinamasound.com Legacy Track Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)
Planning for the Garden Lessons Learned & Changes this Year
In this episode I discuss the current state of my garden as well as lessons I've learned from last years failure's and changes I'm planning for this year to improve upon the garden.
Intro/Outro Music “End Game” by Per Kiilsofte – Machinamasound.com Legacy Track Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)
The importance of building a prepping library
In this episode we discuss the importance of building a prepping library.
Intro/Outro Music “End Game” by Per Kiilsofte – Machinamasound.com Legacy Track Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)
Security Considerations for Everyday & SHTF
In this episode we will discuss home security for everyday and SHTF situations.
Intro/Outro Music “End Game” by Per Kiilsofte – Machinamasound.com Legacy Track Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)
Links:
Information on different grades of deadbolts
https://yourhomesecuritywatch.com/best-heavy-duty-deadbolt-lock-reviews-schlage-medeco/
https://www.locksmithledger.com/locks/article/10229590/an-overview-of-cylindrical-deadbolts
Window Security film 3M
More security film demos
Vehicle Security Film Demo
Other Brands/Types:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Maph1a2qFf4&t=6s
Rolling Blackouts in Texas – A lesson to be learned?
In this episode we will discuss some of the current headlines regarding the rolling blackouts in Texas as well as the lessons we can take away from this.
Intro/Outro Music “End Game” by Per Kiilsofte – Machinamasound.com Legacy Track Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)
LINKS:
https://poweroutage.us/
Animals at primate sanctuary freeze amid Texas power outage
https://news.yahoo.com/animals-primate-sanctuary-freeze-amid-003558161.html?soc_src=social-sh&soc_trk=tw&tsrc=twtr
No power and no way out: One Austin neighborhood feels trapped in the cold
https://www.kvue.com/article/news/local/no-power-and-no-way-out-one-austin-neighborhood-feels-trapped-in-the-cold/269-1d4ffccf-64c6-43d0-ac49-8d29dd0e48f6
Two dead from carbon monoxide poisoning after using car for heat in Texas storm
https://www.nbcnews.com/news/weather/two-dead-carbon-monoxide-poisoning-after-using-car-heat-texas-n1257972?cid=sm_npd_nn_tw_ma
Death toll rises as powerful winter storm knocks out power to millions in Texas
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/texas-weather-winter-storm-power-outages-north-carolina-tornado/?ftag=CNM-00-10aab7e&linkId=111510860
Frozen wind turbines, limited gas supplies and rolling blackouts: Behind Texas’ energy woes
https://www.cnn.com/2021/02/15/us/power-outages-texas-monday/index.html
Deadly, massive winter storm upends life across dozens of states
https://www.pbs.org/newshour/nation/winters-wrath-bitter-cold-no-power-and-a-deadly-tornado
‘A complete bungle’: Texas’ energy pride goes out with cold
https://apnews.com/article/texas-power-outage-winter-energy-pride-c260c340f619688dd511cc6645b40a04
Prepping Basics
In this episode we discuss the bare bones of prepping, where to start and what to focus on.
Intro/Outro Music “End Game” by Per Kiilsofte – Machinamasound.com Legacy Track Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)
The Importance of redundancy – PACE plans
In this episode we discuss how equipment failure can lead to bigger problems, and how through the use and implementation of PACE plans we can build redundancy into our preps so that no matter what happens we always we have a plan and have what we need.
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How I prepare for a storm and potential short term power outages
In this episode we discuss basic things we can do in advance of a storm to help us ride it out in the event we should experience a short term power outage.
Related Links:
Eastern Pa Weather Authority:
http://epawaweather.com
Power Failiure Monitor App:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=net.sf.power.monitor
Link to USB rechargable hand warmer:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08FTCML5N/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o02_s01?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Intro/Outro Music “End Game” by Per Kiilsofte – Machinamasound.com Legacy Track Attribution 4.0 International (CC BY 4.0)
How to not be disappointed with your Amazon purchases
In this episode we take a look into the do's and don'ts of relying on Amazon reviews for making purchases. We will cover the basics of how to weed out the useless reviews and get to the meaty ones that make the biggest difference in your ultimate satisfaction. We also cover, ridiculous expectations, user error, and paid/sponsored reviews. Learn how to separate the junk reviews from the real ones and how to make almost all of your purchases "good" purchases.
Introduction to the End is Near Gear Podcast
This is a super short introduction to the End is Near Gear Podcast letting you know what you can expect from future episodes etc.