http://www.prepareforfreedom.com Be Aware. Care. Prepare! Thu, 17 May 2012 21:19:59 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.3.2 Be Aware. Care. Prepare! Prepare For Freedom no Be Aware. Care. Prepare! http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/wp-content/plugins/powerpress/rss_default.jpg http://www.prepareforfreedom.com http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2012/05/17/health-spiritual-freedom-no-matter-how-much-we-love/ http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2012/05/17/health-spiritual-freedom-no-matter-how-much-we-love/#comments Thu, 17 May 2012 21:19:59 +0000 admin http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/?p=432 http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2012/05/17/health-spiritual-freedom-no-matter-how-much-we-love/feed/ 0 http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2012/03/08/common-sense-preparedness-part-3-simple-survival/ http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2012/03/08/common-sense-preparedness-part-3-simple-survival/#comments Thu, 08 Mar 2012 20:11:19 +0000 admin http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/?p=370 http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2012/03/08/common-sense-preparedness-part-3-simple-survival/feed/ 1 common sense,concepts,disaster preparedness,emergency preparedness,survival,techniques It's easy for us to forget that no matter where we live or what we are doing, we are just a slip, a crash, or a fall away from serious trouble if we don't have at least some basic survival knowledge. - Today's guest Leon Pantenburg is a freelance jou... It's easy for us to forget that no matter where we live or what we are doing, we are just a slip, a crash, or a fall away from serious trouble if we don't have at least some basic survival knowledge. Today's guest Leon Pantenburg is a freelance journalist, photographer and wilderness enthusiast, who doesn’t claim to be a so-called survival "expert" or a "survivalist. Rather, he teaches simple common sense survival techniques that the average person living in the city, the suburbs, the country, or wherever, can use to keep a unforeseen situation from turning into a life-threatening disaster. In addition, he works with the Boy Scouts in his area as a wilderness trainer. Why does he do this? Because when he was working as a newspaperman and journalist for three decades, covering search and rescue, sheriff’s departments, floods, forest fires and other natural disasters and outdoor emergencies, Leon discovered that many people died unnecessarily when simple, common sense might have changed the outcome. Leon shares some of his common sense survival wisdom on today's show that can give you and your family the freedom to turn what could be a potentially life-threatening situation into just an inconvenience. Prepare For Freedom no 58:37 http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2012/03/07/common-sense-preparedness-part-2-food-shelter-storms/ http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2012/03/07/common-sense-preparedness-part-2-food-shelter-storms/#comments Wed, 07 Mar 2012 15:14:24 +0000 admin http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/?p=363 http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2012/03/07/common-sense-preparedness-part-2-food-shelter-storms/feed/ 1 backyard storm shelters,common sense,home pantry,preparedness,root cellars Unusual weather and the rapidly-changing economic climate are giving more and more of us the feeling that a real "storm" may be headed our way, and with it the danger that we may be caught unprepared. On today's show Sharon and "Billy Bob" discuss two ... Unusual weather and the rapidly-changing economic climate are giving more and more of us the feeling that a real "storm" may be headed our way, and with it the danger that we may be caught unprepared. On today's show Sharon and "Billy Bob" discuss two old-fashioned ways of weathering the storms--whether they be natural or man-made--that work just as well now as they did for our grandparents. 1st half-hour: Sharon and "Billy Bob" talk about the old-fashioned in-home food pantry and why it's just common sense have one for greater time freedom, food security, and to save yourself a LOT of money. 2nd half-hour: Before the days of electricity and fast food, having a root cellar was just plain common sense. Now the old-fashioned root cellar is making a comeback with the modern form doing double-duty as a backyard storm shelter! Tony Krekeler, owner of Rainy Day Root Cellars, LLC, tells us why the one he has designed works especially well for both food security and storm safety. And there are even government grants available to help you build one! Prepare For Freedom no 57:16 http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2012/02/29/common-sense-preparedness-part-1-general-concepts/ http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2012/02/29/common-sense-preparedness-part-1-general-concepts/#comments Wed, 29 Feb 2012 16:06:24 +0000 admin http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/?p=359 http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2012/02/29/common-sense-preparedness-part-1-general-concepts/feed/ 0 common sense,concepts,freedom,podcasts,preparedness With the growing popularity of TV shows such as “Doomsday Preppers” it’s easy to get the idea that anyone who believes in advance preparation for possible emergencies must be some kind of weird “doom and gloomer” or political extremist. With the growing popularity of TV shows such as “Doomsday Preppers” it’s easy to get the idea that anyone who believes in advance preparation for possible emergencies must be some kind of weird “doom and gloomer” or political extremist. But the fact is: preparedness has always made sense and has been practiced by wise people since the beginning of time. The idea of “freedom” itself suggests a well-prepared people. Why? Because ill-prepared people are ill-prepared to do anything but complain as they watch their freedoms disappear. In this podcast Sharon and “Billy Bob” discuss the how and why of common sense preparedness, focusing this week on general concepts. Next week we will begin a series of podcasts discussing specific things we can do right now as individuals, families and communities to become a better prepared–and freer–people. Prepare For Freedom no 57:39 http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2012/02/21/preparing-for-freedom-the-truth-shall-set-you-free/ http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2012/02/21/preparing-for-freedom-the-truth-shall-set-you-free/#comments Wed, 22 Feb 2012 00:32:34 +0000 admin http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/?p=355 http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2012/02/21/preparing-for-freedom-the-truth-shall-set-you-free/feed/ 1 financial freedom,identity theft,jonathan gray,personal freedom,spiritual freedom,truth shall set you free What if your personal identity was stolen? How would that theft affect your freedom? Would you want to know the truth about what happened so that you could immediately take whatever personal and legal action was necessary to save your remaining assets ... What if your personal identity was stolen? How would that theft affect your freedom? Would you want to know the truth about what happened so that you could immediately take whatever personal and legal action was necessary to save your remaining assets and free yourself from the clutches of this thief? Of course! What if your spiritual identity was stolen? What if the thieves did such a thorough job on you and your peers that you didn't even know it was missing, or that you even had one to steal? How would that theft affect your freedom? Would you even be aware that something was wrong? Would you want to know the truth about what happened, and if you did know the truth, what would you do with it? Ignore it and remain the slave of those who stole it from you or use it to set yourself free? Meet Jonathan Gray: well-known New Zealand archaeologist, prolific author, and much sought-after international speaker. This is the man who has the "goods" on the Bible--the REAL goods--not the "debunking" drivel people hear and read all the time in the media. He discusses how his research into biblical archaeology completely changed his whole view of the "Jesus" story, and what this story means for us now, in our day, along with the message of hope that it brings. "And you shall know the truth, and the truth shall set you free." (John 8:32). Prepare For Freedom no 47:45 http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2012/02/09/preparing-for-freedom-pioneer-living-and-the-prepper-movement/ http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2012/02/09/preparing-for-freedom-pioneer-living-and-the-prepper-movement/#comments Thu, 09 Feb 2012 16:34:49 +0000 admin http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/?p=345 http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2012/02/09/preparing-for-freedom-pioneer-living-and-the-prepper-movement/feed/ 1 pioneer living,podcasts,preparedness,preppers,survival What skills did our pioneer ancestors have that enabled them to survive and even thrive without all of the technology that we have today? What if some or all of that modern technology should fail due to a natural or man-made disaster? What skills did our pioneer ancestors have that enabled them to survive and even thrive without all of the technology that we have today? What if some or all of that modern technology should fail due to a natural or man-made disaster? Our pioneer ancestors would know what to do. Would you? Today’s guest is John Milandred, founder of the Prepper Podcast Radio Network and Pioneer Living Survival as well as a director of the American Preppers Network. He talks about some of the pioneer living skills he learned and explains what it means to be a "prepper." Prepare For Freedom no 56:00 http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2012/01/11/activism-at-home-5-things-to-increase-personal-freedom/ http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2012/01/11/activism-at-home-5-things-to-increase-personal-freedom/#comments Wed, 11 Jan 2012 21:34:15 +0000 admin http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/?p=280 http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2012/01/11/activism-at-home-5-things-to-increase-personal-freedom/feed/ 1 5 things you can do,activism,freedom,how to,personal freedom,take action This is a recap of today's discussion on the Prepare For Freedom Radio Show regarding the 5 things you can do right now right as an activist in your own home to increase your personal freedom and help those in your community to take similar action. - This is a recap of today's discussion on the Prepare For Freedom Radio Show regarding the 5 things you can do right now right as an activist in your own home to increase your personal freedom and help those in your community to take similar action. #1) Support business and job creation in your own community by purchasing as much as possible from local grocers, retailers and farmers markets. #2) Pull your money out of the big banks and put it in local banks and credit unions. Put your money to work within your community where you and your neighbors will directly benefit by investing in local business (Main Street) instead of Wall Street. (More after this brief commercial break...)    #3) Stop working as a corporate wage slave and start working for yourself. Find something you love to do and turn it into a living. Yes it will take time to do this and you will need to learn how to live with a lot less, but you will sleep a lot better at night and experience the joyous freedom of knowing that you no longer have to sell your soul to the corrupt system of corporate tyranny that is destroying us all. #4) Launch your own "subversive plot" by growing a garden this year! And get others involved in the "plot," too. Let's bring back the Victory Gardens under a new name, and call them Freedom Gardens! Every bit of food you grow yourself or get from someone else's garden or the local farmers market gives you that much more freedom to make food choices that lead to freedom from many of today's common health disorders, and lessens your dependence on the corporate food giants with their deceptive, dishonest packaged foods that rob us of our health and vitality. #5) Educate yourself, your loved ones and your children about the Constitution and the principles of freedom upon which America was founded. Stop voting for politicians funded by Wall Street bankers and start voting for candidates funded by the people: candidated who will be accountable to the people instead of corrupt multinational corporations who care only about profits, power and control at the expense of our cherished freedoms. Resolve to put your time, money and effort NOW into restoring your nation or you will lose your nation. Every dollar that you spend, save or invest in a corrupt, "too big to fail" bank or corporate giant is a dollar that will one day be used to wage economic warfare against you and your own children. It's time to awaken the activist within you and take action! STOP FEEDING THE BEAST AND START SUPPORTING THOSE IN THIS COUNTRY WHO STILL LOVE AND CHERISH FREEDOM. Do it NOW with DETERMINATION--NOT PROCRASTINATION. Finally and perhaps most important, remember to lighten up, laugh a lot, love more, fear LESS, and remember that GOD is still in charge! Sending you LOVE from the Lighthouse! Sharon :)       Prepare For Freedom no 48:43 http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2011/12/22/preparing-for-freedom-voluntary-simplicity/ http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2011/12/22/preparing-for-freedom-voluntary-simplicity/#comments Thu, 22 Dec 2011 19:41:41 +0000 admin http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/?p=275 http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2011/12/22/preparing-for-freedom-voluntary-simplicity/feed/ 1 freedom,independence,personal freedom,podcasts,simple living,voluntary simplicity The journey to voluntary simplicity isn't easy because it means un-learning a lot of things we've been taught about our world that are untrue and significantly lessening our dependence on a failing monetary system, The journey to voluntary simplicity isn't easy because it means un-learning a lot of things we've been taught about our world that are untrue and significantly lessening our dependence on a failing monetary system, but the rewards for doing so are true personal freedom and control over our lives. Today we welcome Ivee and Lou, two "ordinary" people who are beginning their journey to a simpler and more fulfilling way of life that allows them to live and work with their fellow human beings in a more natural state of harmony and balance with each other and with their environment. Learn more about Ivee and Lou at: http://ivee-lou.madrazo.org/ Prepare For Freedom no 53:32 http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2011/12/01/preparing-for-freedom-freedom-isnt-free/ http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2011/12/01/preparing-for-freedom-freedom-isnt-free/#comments Thu, 01 Dec 2011 21:07:34 +0000 admin http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/?p=268 http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2011/12/01/preparing-for-freedom-freedom-isnt-free/feed/ 0 freedom,freedom isnt free,liberty,our lives our fortunes our sacred honor,personal responsibility,podcast,price of freedom This podcast includes a special 10-minute Paul Harvey classic, "Our Lives, Our Fortunes and Our Sacred Honor." - There's a price to be paid for freedom, and we as Americans seem to be forgetting this as we increasingly allow our lives to be ruled by a... This podcast includes a special 10-minute Paul Harvey classic, "Our Lives, Our Fortunes and Our Sacred Honor." There's a price to be paid for freedom, and we as Americans seem to be forgetting this as we increasingly allow our lives to be ruled by an elite few. What is the price of freedom, and who pays it? Sharon and Billy Bob discuss. If you'd like to be a sponsor and receive advertising on our site plus prominent mention in our podcasts, please contact us. Or please donate using the button below. Wishing you and yours a blessed and joyous holiday season. See you next year! :-) Prepare For Freedom no 58:01 http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2011/11/15/preparing-for-freedom-hidden-handicaps-and-challenges/ http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2011/11/15/preparing-for-freedom-hidden-handicaps-and-challenges/#comments Wed, 16 Nov 2011 04:42:11 +0000 admin http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/?p=264 http://www.prepareforfreedom.com/2011/11/15/preparing-for-freedom-hidden-handicaps-and-challenges/feed/ 0 challenges,freedom,handicaps,new thought,overcoming 1st half-hour: Many people live with unseen and unrecognized handicaps which CAN be overcome with awareness, caring, and proper thought and action. What can we do to help them on their journey to freedom? Sharon and Billy Bob share from their own exper... 1st half-hour: Many people live with unseen and unrecognized handicaps which CAN be overcome with awareness, caring, and proper thought and action. What can we do to help them on their journey to freedom? Sharon and Billy Bob share from their own experiences. 2nd half-hour: Brenda Robinson, a successful speaker, writer, entrepreneur and editorial consultant, talks about the challenges she faced in breaking into a new field as a woman in her mid fifties, and what aspect of freedom speaks to her heart and soul the most. Visit Brenda's website at www.potentpen.com Disclaimer: The opinions expressed on this show are not intended to take the place of medical, legal, or financial advice. If you need professional advice, please consult your doctor, lawyer or financial advisor. Prepare For Freedom no 44:58