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It’s only a few weeks into summer, and while boredom hasn’t fully set in yet—it will. And that’s actually a good thing. As Ginny Yurich writes in Until the Streetlights Come On (which I reference in Mama Bear Survival), boredom isn’t a problem to solve—it’s a gift to reclaim. She puts it simply: “A bored […]
When I set out to write Mama Bear Survival — Raising Strong Families in an Uncertain World, I knew it had to go beyond emergency kits and food storage. So in the book, I dedicate an entire section to topics like homesteading, hunting, traditional skills, and even homeschooling as a form of self-reliance. Even if […]
Welcome back, Mama Bears! In this episode, I sit down with Amber Elle—a dedicated homesteader, homeschooling mom, preparedness coach, and content creator. Amber embodies self-reliance and resilience in motherhood, and today she’s sharing practical advice to help you build a safer, more prepared home for your family. Amber’s wisdom is the perfect guide for any […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
In today’s episode, we’re talking about how to protect our kids in a tech-driven world and from all the dangers of social media, with Nicki Reisberg of Scrolling to Death Podcast. In this episode of the Mama Bear Survival podcast, Emily Richett sits down with Nicki Reisberg, host of the Scrolling to Death podcast, to […]
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