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This is the second episode in a special series with Renée Thornton, founder of Women Hunt.  If you missed the first episode, listen to the first part over at episode 17 for a full introduction to Women Hunt. Today we continue the conversation with Renée Thornton, founder of the Women Hunt™ program, joined by two […]

18. PART 2: A New Hunter’s Journey in the Women Hunt Program with Renée Thornton, Emily Richett, Jessica Braunstein & Jodie Bland

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In today’s episode, we’re talking about Family Safety & Preparedness with Brittany Baker from Refuge Medical IntroductionIn today’s episode of the Mama Bear Survival podcast, Brittany Baker joins us again after her initial episode on pregnancy preparedness. She is the Director of Operations at Refuge Medical, a mom of four and a preparedness advocate. In […]

16: Family Safety and Preparedness with Brittany Baker from Refuge Medical

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Brittany Baker of Refuge Medical on the Mama Bear Survival podcast

In today’s episode, we learn practical steps to getting started with food storage, budget-friendly tips, small spaces & faith-based preparedness. In this episode of the Mama Bear Survival podcast, Emily talks to Jessica Cardwell, founder of The Faithful Preppers. Jessica shares her journey from being a newlywed with an empty pantry to becoming a thoughtful, […]

15: Building Your Emergency Food Pantry with Jessica Cardwell of The Faithful Preppers

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Mama Bear Survival Episode 15 with Jessica Cardwell

In today’s episode, we’re talking about personal protection, from firearms to non-lethal defense, and the training all gun owners need with with Rob Chadwick of the USCCA. In this episode of the Mama Bear Survival podcast, Emily Richett chats with Rob Chadwick, Director of Education and Training for the U.S. Concealed Carry Association (USCCA), about […]

USCCA on the Mama Bear Survival Show

In today’s episode, we talk about the increasing need for practical, personal protection and some easy ways to achieve it. In this interview, we talk with Alex Stewart, President of Premier Body Armor, about the growing need for everyday moms and civilians like us, to have practical, personal protection. Our conversation centers around situational awareness, […]

12: Proactive Personal Protection & Preparedness with Alex Stewart of Premier Body Armor

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Day 3 at the Rose Retreat was all about lifestyle sessions in concealed carry, self defense, and shopping! ** This is part 3 of a series. If you haven’t read it yet, checkout day 1 and day 2 for the start of my firearms journey at the Rose Retreat.** It was the final day of […]

Concealed Carry Fashion Show, Self Defense & Lifestyle Sessions: Inside the Rose Retreat (Part 3)

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Day 2: Shooting Range, Firearms & Tactical Skills   ** This is part 2 of a series. If you haven’t read it yet, hop on over to checkout day 1 and the start of my firearms journey at the Rose Retreat.** Our second day began early with a delicious breakfast and retreat tradition known as sharing–a […]

As I set out on a preparedness journey this year, I quickly realized personal protection and firearms had to be at the forefront. Even though it was completely new to me, the growing unease about the direction of the world made it feel urgent. I knew I needed to learn, but had no clue where […]

Embarking on a Firearms Journey: Inside the Rose Retreat (Part 1)

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Rose Retreat Part 1