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Welcome to Preparedness Pro where being prepared isn't about fear—it's about freedom! I'm your host, Kellene, and every episode we explore the peaceful principles of preparedness and self-reliance. No gloom, no doom, just practical solutions for everyday living that help you become more independent and prepared for whatever life brings your way. From kitchen skills to financial wisdom, emergency planning to sustainable living, we're building a community of capable, confident people who under ...
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Ready to turn your online presence from digital tumbleweed to a cash-producing sidekick? In this episode, Kellene sits down with Jeremy Bishop—the man whose LinkedIn profile could use a seatbelt and whose personal branding advice has helped Netflix stars, Fortune 500 execs, and maybe even your neighbor’s Labradoodle go viral (accidentally or otherw…
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🍅 From black thumb to fermentation queen, Elizabeth Bruckner didn’t just plant a garden—she grew a whole new mindset. In this laugh-out-loud, soul-nourishing episode, Elizabeth shares how she went from L.A. suburbs to backyard bounty, all while blending ancient Chinese medicine, traditional food, and modern common sense. We’re talking compost thera…
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Ever wonder what happens when a corrections officer swaps a badge for a brain scan and starts unlocking actual freedom—from addiction, trauma, and the mental traps that hold us hostage? Meet Brett Judd, a no-nonsense former probation and parole officer turned trauma recovery expert who knows both sides of the bars—and has helped people rebuild thei…
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What if your depression isn’t a chemical imbalance... but a communication breakdown? In this raw and revelatory episode, I sit down with Dr. Fred Moss—a board-certified psychiatrist who’s seen 30,000 patients and written over 100,000 prescriptions... only to realize the real medicine is something Big Pharma can’t bottle: human connection. Dr. Fred …
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What do you get when you cross a former Miss Pocatello, a dance studio queen, a hyperbaric therapy expert, and a self-reliant super-granny? You get Stephanie Parrish—today’s guest and your new favorite voice in the world of joyful preparedness. In this lift-you-up episode, we sit down with the host of The Vitality Health Show, who shares how she's …
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🎙️ From Ashes to Impact: How a Fire Captain Found Purpose Through Tragedy 🚒🔥 What do you get when you mix a seasoned fire captain, a mountain of adversity, and a heart bigger than a five-alarm chili cook-off? You get Rick Cheatham—a man who’s walked through the literal and figurative flames and came out not just standing… but speaking life into oth…
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In uncertain times, financial preparedness is just as crucial as food storage and self-defense. But what if you could secure your wealth without gambling it away in the Wall Street casino? In this episode of Preparedness Pro, I sit down with financial advisor and hardcore prepper, Kim Allen, who went from farm life to financial guru—applying the sa…
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"Are Your Groceries Slowly Killing You? The Truth About Food Security" Tired of empty grocery shelves and rising food prices? What if the "healthy" food you're buying is actually making you sick? In this eye-opening episode of Preparedness Pro, Kellene speaks with David Stelzer, founder of Azure Standard, who went from selling grain out of his pick…
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What does Guinness World Records, meteorite collecting, and leadership have in common? Dr. Scott J. Allen. In this enlightening episode, we dive into the kind of leadership that actually works—whether you're running a business, leading your family, or just trying to keep your head on straight in a crisis. Dr. Allen, a leadership expert, speaker, an…
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What if you could spot danger before it happens and react with total confidence? In this must-hear episode, I sit down with Sam Rosenberg—former Marine, personal security expert, and the man who’s protected some of the biggest names in the world, including Tom Cruise, Warren Buffett, and Benjamin Netanyahu. But here’s the thing—he believes you shou…
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What if healing wasn’t just about medicine, but also about color, creativity, and self-expression? Meet Dr. Vasu Tolia, a tenured pediatrician who swapped her stethoscope for a paintbrush—proving that healing doesn’t always come in the form of prescriptions. In this episode, we explore her fascinating journey from a high-stakes medical career to a …
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Ever wish you could hack your fitness the way tech nerds hack their computers? What if I told you that five minutes—yes, less time than it takes to find matching socks—could slash your diabetes risk, lower your blood pressure, and rewind your cardio health by a decade? Meet Ulrich Dempfle, the brainiac behind the Carol Bike, a game-changing AI-powe…
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Breaking Free: How to Find Your Purpose and Live It with Jeremy Haselwood Ever feel like you’re just going through the motions, stuck in a life that doesn’t quite fit? You’re not alone—and today’s guest, Jeremy Haselwood, knows exactly what that feels like. In this powerful conversation, Jeremy shares his journey from rock bottom to purpose-driven …
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Are your supplements helping you thrive—or just draining your wallet? In this eye-opening episode of Preparedness Pro, we’re diving into the truth about synthetic vs. whole food supplements with registered dietitian and supplement formulator Michelle Baccarella. Together, we bust myths, expose the hidden dangers lurking in common vitamins, and expl…
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Step into the fascinating world of plant medicine with Jane Barlow, a second-generation master herbalist carrying forward a powerful family legacy of healing. From witnessing her father stop a heart attack with cayenne pepper to helping a friend overcome a terminal brain tumor using Venus flytrap extract, Jane shares extraordinary stories that chal…
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From chronic fatigue and autoimmune issues to vibrant health - discover how BEAM Minerals CEO Caroline Alan uncovered nature's 65-million-year-old solution to modern mineral deficiency. Learn why your cells might be operating at 40% capacity, why traditional supplements aren't working, and how plant-based humic and fulvic minerals could be the miss…
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Ever wonder why some people thrive on detailed preparedness checklists while others prefer to wing it? In this fascinating episode, personality expert Eric G. reveals how understanding your natural preparedness style could be the key to building lasting self-reliance. Drawing from his experience typing over 20,000 individuals and creating the Utopi…
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Journey through an extraordinary tale of survival, resilience, and legacy with bestselling author Roni Robbins as she shares the remarkable story behind "Hands of Gold." Based on her grandfather's recovered audio tapes, this award-winning book chronicles one man's incredible journey across continents, surviving tuberculosis, workplace violence, and…
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From teenage caregiver to bestselling author and successful entrepreneur, Debbie Weiss proves that it's never too late to rewrite your story. In this powerful episode, Debbie shares how she transformed from someone who constantly said "I can't" to living a life full of "Maybe I can." Through personal challenges including weight struggles, caregivin…
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What if preparedness wasn’t about fear, but freedom? In this episode, I sit down with Krista and Mark Lawley, hosts of the popular Practical Prepping podcast, to talk about how they’ve turned common sense and everyday skills into a lifestyle of joyful self-reliance. With over 110,000 followers and nearly 500 episodes under their belts, the Lawleys …
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In this riveting episode of Preparedness Pro, we sit down with the legendary Joel Skousen, a man who’s not just read the book on preparedness—he’s written several. From designing high-security homes and retreats to mapping out the safest places in North America, Joel pulls no punches as he dives into the looming threats we face, the deep state’s sh…
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True Prepper: Building Preparedness Without Fear (and Why It’s About Freedom, Not Panic) In this episode of Preparedness Pro, I sit down with Sean Gold, the mind behind TruePrepper.com, one of the most trusted resources in the preparedness community. Sean’s journey started with hurricanes knocking out power for weeks in North Carolina, grew through…
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Safety First, Not Sexy? Think Again – High-Rise Survival with Adele Bayless What do high-rises, fire safety, and your lizard brain have in common? They could all save your life—or make you Netflix-scroll through an alarm. In this rare and riveting episode, I sit down with Adele Bayless, an L.A. Fire Department-certified high-rise consultant with ov…
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Prepare to be amazed in this episode of Preparedness Pro as we welcome Ken Ramirez, a legendary animal behaviorist with over 50 years of experience. From escaping certain death thanks to a well-trained dog in the wilds of Africa to orchestrating the breathtaking flight of 10,000 butterflies across a stadium, Ken's stories are nothing short of extra…
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In a world where danger can strike at any moment, how do we prepare our minds, bodies, and spirits to face it? In this powerful episode, we sit down with Lt. Col. Dave Grossman, acclaimed author of On Killing, On Combat, and On Spiritual Combat. Grossman is a leading expert in mental fortitude, human aggression, and the psychology of survival, with…
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From navigating active threats to teaching his family situational awareness, David Jones brings decades of real-world experience as an OSI Agent, Police Chief, and Firefighter to this eye-opening discussion. Learn critical self-defense tactics like the 'what if' game, how to spot dangerous behavior, and what to do (and not do) after a self-defense …
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Join former FBI Quantico trainer and USCCA Education Director Rob Chadwick for a candid discussion on modern self-defense. From his experiences protecting high-ranking officials to training FBI agents, Chadwick shares crucial insights on situational awareness, legal implications of self-defense, and why having a defensive tool isn't enough - you ne…
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Join Preparedness Pro host Kellene as she sits down with renowned economist and researcher John Lott Jr., author of "More Guns, Less Crime" and "War on Guns." In this eye-opening conversation, Lott shares how his groundbreaking research challenged his own preconceptions about firearms and self-defense. Learn why women statistically benefit more fro…
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🥫 Ever wondered why your grandma's canning lids seemed to work better than today's? Don't miss this fascinating conversation with Lauren Stieg, the original inventor of Tattler Reusable Canning Lids and a true American manufacturing pioneer. Since 1976, he's been revolutionizing how we preserve food, and he's sharing industry secrets you won't hear…
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🏠 Ever wondered how America's most self-reliant community really lives? Get a rare insider's glimpse into the Amish world through the fascinating stories of Haley Straw, an "English" taxi driver who's spent years bridging two worlds. What she reveals might surprise you! Discover: The truth about Amish preparedness (and why they don't even think of …
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🔋 Ever wondered why your solar panels might fail you when you need them most? Join Preparedness Pro Kellene as she sits down with Glenn Jakins, the original pioneer of lithium iron phosphate solar generators and founder of Humless. With 38 patents and a fascinating journey from sailing around the world to revolutionizing solar power, Glenn reveals …
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Meet Chad Midgley, the innovative farmer who's revolutionizing cold-climate agriculture by growing citrus, figs, and pomegranates in snowy Utah - without spending a dime on heating. In this eye-opening episode, Chad shares his decade-long journey creating self-heating "Hobbit greenhouses" that transform ordinary backyards into year-round tropical p…
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Meet Arlene "Whirlwind" Woods, whose extraordinary survival resume reads like a disaster checklist: Survived 8 tornadoes Lived through a devastating hurricane Lost everything in a house fire Endured 13 feet of snow at -62°F for a week in Montana Survived 2 major floods Escaped a forest fire Raised 6 children as a single mother through it all In thi…
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In this fascinating episode, Preparedness Pro host Kellene interviews Jim Kennard, the torch-bearer of the revolutionary Mittleider Gardening Method. As the protégé of Dr. Jacob Mittleider, Kennard shares how this remarkable growing system can help anyone achieve extraordinary gardening success, regardless of their experience or location. Key highl…
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At 11:41 AM on December 7, 1988, 12-year-old Araksya was getting ready for school in her family's second-floor apartment when the walls began to crumble around her. What followed was not just a tale of survival from one of history's most devastating earthquakes, but a 13-year journey that would test her family's resilience, creativity, and unwaveri…
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Join former Air Force Special Agent and Police Chief David Jones as he shares vital insights on personal security, family preparedness, and community resilience. Drawing from his extensive military and law enforcement experience, Jones discusses how recent social changes have impacted public safety, why traditional policing is evolving, and what it…
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