Ready or Not Prepares
By Ready Or Not Prepares
Join Host D. Michele as she proactively covers a range of topics on preparedness for disasters and emergencies and the necessity of getting on the road to preparedness for unexpected events.
There are many communities that are simply unprepared for the unexpected events that are occurring more frequently in our lives. Preparedness can reduce the impact or even help to avoid the loss and devastation that disaster and some emergencies bring.
With this in mind, take a listen to Ready or Not Prepares as D. Michele discusses best strategies on coping with, surviving and preparing for disasters.
There are many communities that are simply unprepared for the unexpected events that are occurring more frequently in our lives. Preparedness can reduce the impact or even help to avoid the loss and devastation that disaster and some emergencies bring.
With this in mind, take a listen to Ready or Not Prepares as D. Michele discusses best strategies on coping with, surviving and preparing for disasters.
Ready or Not PreparesAug 17, 2021
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EPISODE 21: Are We In a Recession? You Be The Judge!
Greetings and welcome to Ready or Not Prepares: the Podcast. In this week's episode join Michele, your practical prepper each week as she discusses emergency and disaster preparedness information and knowledge to help as we navigate such trying and turbulent times.
This week Ready or Not Prepares asks the question: Are we actually in a recession? What do you think from your daily experience and observation, as opposed to what we are being told? A recession is technically defined as "a falling GDP based on or including the labor market, consumer and business spending, industrial production, and incomes data." In short, or at least my understanding of it is, a steady decline of the economy that impacts our lifestyle and how we spend for a consistent period of time. If there is a recession, what are you doing to prepare? Let's talk about it!
Feel free to reach out to us on Instagram and TikTok @readyornotprepares or visit us at: www.readyornotprepares.com for more information and products!
This week Ready or Not Prepares asks the question: Are we actually in a recession? What do you think from your daily experience and observation, as opposed to what we are being told? A recession is technically defined as "a falling GDP based on or including the labor market, consumer and business spending, industrial production, and incomes data." In short, or at least my understanding of it is, a steady decline of the economy that impacts our lifestyle and how we spend for a consistent period of time. If there is a recession, what are you doing to prepare? Let's talk about it!
Feel free to reach out to us on Instagram and TikTok @readyornotprepares or visit us at: www.readyornotprepares.com for more information and products!
Nov 01, 202226:28
EPISODE 20: OPEC, Gas Prices, Consequences and Preparedness
Let's discuss OPEC. Who are they? What impact does their vote to increase the price of oil per barrel mean to you? Simply, oil prices are forecasted to jump to about $95 per barrel in the next few months and could go as high as $100 as we enter 2023. President Biden is upset and threatens consequences because of the vote to raise prices. Let's unpack some of these issues and can be put in place to prepare.
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Oct 18, 202214:26
EPISODE 19: An Approaching Collision: The Housing Moratorium, Housing Shortages and Homelessness
Nationally, record evictions are approaching. The housing market suffers a shortage of inventory, in general. Couple that with a lack of affordable housing and an increased amount of homelessness. The housing situation in America is at disaster level with several issues threatening to collide soon. Is there an ability to prepare? (NOTE: Playback speed is slowed down for some reason on this episode, be sure to increase playback speed to 1.5 to listen)
Aug 17, 202137:50
Episode 18: Tunnelvision, Alternatives and the COVID19 Injection
Welcome to Ready or Not Prepares, a podcast aimed at sharing disaster and survival preparedness information, knowledge and discussion from a practical point of view for every day use as we navigate such trying and turbulent times. This episode is all about the COVID-19 injection presently dominates the world's daily discourse. Interestingly, there is but one narrative coming from mainstream media, many medical professionals and other entities as it relates to the COVID-19 injection. Are there any other options? There has been little or no discussion on the global development of alternative medications or treatments. On this episode, we discuss the question as to why this is and explore useful information on some of the latest alternatives. Also, the EUA, COVID-19 variants and a few suggested preparedness tips round out the conversation. Feel free to reach out to us on Instagram @readyornotprepares or Facebook @readyornotprep or www.readyornotprepares.com for more information and products.
Jun 14, 202142:49
Episode 17 - PART 2 Policing in the Black Community: Is Community Policing the Solution?
This is Part 2 of the Ready or Not Prepares series, Policing in the Black Community: Is Community Policing the Disaster Preparedness Solution? On this episode, Part 2, Ready or Not Prepares host, D. Michele, the five phases of disaster as it relates to the current state of policing in the Black community. D. Michele discusses the fact that the impact of policing in the Black community, past to present, continues to be in a state of emergency and thus should be declared a national emergency. D. Michele explores disaster preparedness considerations to help prevent, mitigate, prepare, respond and recover from this harsh and oft-times fatal state of affairs.
May 12, 202113:28
Episode 16: Is Community Policing THE Disaster Preparedness Solution?
In lieu of the Derek Chauvin trial for the murder of George Floyd, Ready or Not Prepares addresses the issue of policing incidents in the Black community. The topic, Policing in the Black Community: Is Community Policing the Disaster Preparedness Solution? This is a Ready or Not Prepares, two part series. On this episode, Part 1, Ready or Not Prepares host, D. Michele, explores why the current state of policing in Black America is a national emergency management issue from a disaster preparedness point of view and share with you some statistical details that support the position.
May 04, 202119:18
Episode 15: Prayers and Survival Tips for Those Suffering Through the 2021 Winter Storm
The recent winter storm and ice storm has had widespread impact. It is another disaster for the record books. What can be done now to survive? How do those impacted now get through this? D. Michele shares some helpful information and tips to help endure and get through this lastest disaster.
Feb 20, 202124:46
Episode 14: Off-Grid Communication in Disasters
Join Ready or Not host, D. Michele as she interviews Ham Radio expert, Paul Muhammad to discuss the importance of amateur radio as a means of communication in disasters. Ham radios prove to be essential tools to communicate when traditional devices such as cell phones and computers fail due to blackouts or weak network signals. Tune in to the discussion on ham radio best practices, guidelines and much more!
Dec 15, 202046:48
Episode 13 COVID-19: Its Impact on the Black Community and Can We Try to Turn it Around?
In this episode of Ready or Not Prepares discussion centers around WaPo article, "The coronavirus is infecting and killing Black Americans at an alarmingly high rate." Join D. Michele as she explores the information surrounding this impact and potential ways to turn these numbers around. The biggest key to preparedness is obtaining a level of self-reliance. Helplessness is not an option in survival.
Other topics discussed in the episode:
Frequency of Disasters Worldwide
Pre-Existing Illnesses
Susceptibility to the Coronavirus
The Need to Adapt in Disasters
Lingering Questions Concerning the Coronavirus
Can Black America Turn This Around?
Connect with Ready or Not Prepares online at the following places:
Visit Ready or Not Prepares website, by going to www.readyornotprepares.com. Ready or Not Prepares social media handles are: @readyornotprepares on IG or @readyornotprep on FB! View the YouTube channel: Ready or Not Prepares On Air and be sure to subscribe!
Other topics discussed in the episode:
Frequency of Disasters Worldwide
Pre-Existing Illnesses
Susceptibility to the Coronavirus
The Need to Adapt in Disasters
Lingering Questions Concerning the Coronavirus
Can Black America Turn This Around?
Connect with Ready or Not Prepares online at the following places:
Visit Ready or Not Prepares website, by going to www.readyornotprepares.com. Ready or Not Prepares social media handles are: @readyornotprepares on IG or @readyornotprep on FB! View the YouTube channel: Ready or Not Prepares On Air and be sure to subscribe!
Apr 28, 202032:07
Episode 12: A Chat with Ms. Afrovivalist
On this episode, host Michele, chats with Ms. Afrovivalist, Huntress/Urban Survivalist, in an organic conversation on prepping and the Black community as well as her achievements as a woman prepper—both being considered novelties in the disaster preparedness movement. Tune into this episode as we cover a range of subjects on prepping and beyond.
May 16, 201935:16
Episode 11 Disaster Roundup: Current Issues and Questions
On this episode, we answer a few questions and touch on the various current events or activities as it relates to disaster preparedness.
May 08, 201927:19
Episode 10. Keep it Clean: Water Sanitation in Disaster
Ready or Not hosts continue the topic of water in disaster this time discussing WASH and the various diseases associated with lack of sanitation.
Apr 25, 201929:55
Ep 9. Water Storage during Disasters
With your Host Michele and Rashidah. We talk about one of the key considerations when it comes to disasters and that’s Water!
Apr 16, 201934:56
Ep. 8 Why Purify? Water Purification Methods and How To
Ready or Not details some of the most effective and common methods of water purification to use during disasters. A brief explanation of how to purify is additionally explained.
Apr 08, 201930:18
Episode 7: Why Purify
Water is key to survival. Purification of water and why purifying is so necessary is discussed as well as water related illnesses and possible contaminants.
Apr 04, 201926:37
Ep. 6 What’s the Formula?: The Significance of Water in Preparedness
Rashidah and Michele address why Water is so important in preparedness. The hosts discuss how to calculate the proper water intake amount, and water sources within the home.
Mar 25, 201926:11
Episode 5. Let’s Get Physical: Physically Preparing
Discussing the Physical aspects of Preparedness including body conditioning, diet and the rationing of food
Mar 18, 201935:07
Episode 4. Fiscal Ready Being Financially Prepared
This episode discusses financial mitigation in disaster preparedness. Financial planning is an essential in all stages of disasters including during and in recovery. Because disasters do not discriminate according to income, challenges of enduring and rebuilding will, more than likely on some level, be experienced by all.
Mar 11, 201938:33
Episode 3: It’s a Mindset, Mental Preparedness
This episode discusses Mental Preparedness and Creating the Proper Mindset during and after Disasters w/ Rashidah and Michele. Natural disasters can bring about a great deal of stress. Some people experience issues such as PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder), anxiety, and/or depression. Successfully preparing for and getting through disasters includes mental preparedness.
Mar 06, 201932:55
Episode 2: Spiritual Prep
How do you react to disaster? What do you do? What is your first response. This episode Rashidah and Michele discuss the significance of Spiritual Preparedness in Disasters
Feb 25, 201932:25
EPISODE 1: Levels to This (Preparedness)
This is Ready or Not w/ Aftermath Disaster Preparedness, Episode 1: Levels to This. Michele and Rashidah discuss the fundamentals and different levels of preparedness.
Feb 18, 201926:39
This is Ready or Not w/ Aftermath Disaster Preparedness intro podcast. Meet your hosts!
Thank you for listening and joining Ready or Not!
Feb 11, 201909:47