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American Contingency

Inform, Equip, and Train so you can Prepare, Respond, and Recover

When a crisis hits, the clock starts ticking. Every day, get the insight, tools, and awareness you need to protect your family, stay in control, and face the unexpected with the confidence that comes from being ready. We cut through the noise to give you clear, actionable steps you can take right now. You’ll hear real-world strategies, quick wins, and timely intelligence that help you turn uncertainty into confidence—so your family’s safety never comes down to luck.

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58:39

Emotional Resilience in the face of crisis and...

American Contingency ·

2024/01/31

Ep #25 - Everything is fine in your world until it is not. A fall, cut, burn, crash, illness, or catastrophe doesn't send you a text to let you know it is on the way - it slams through your metaphorical door of life and abruptly stops you in your tracks to demand you go into immediate action. Emotional resilience is your fortress when times go sideways. It is not enough to think about what you would do and then hope you are capable and ready when even given Tuesday becomes right now, and you need to

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44:56

Communication during severe weather

American Contingency ·

2024/01/16

Ep #24 - Communication is critical during severe weather emergencies. As extreme weather events become increasingly frequent, understanding how to communicate effectively in these situations is essential for safety and preparedness.Join us as we discuss strategies across our 12 different preparedness categories, delving into the nuances of personal and family preparedness, emphasizing the significance of clear medical communication, the development of thorough emergency plans, and the upkeep of

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35:56

Adventure Challenge and plans for 2024

American Contingency ·

2024/01/01

Ep #23 - In 2024, American Contingency is bringing an Adventure challenge to our membership with the audacious goal that everyone in the nation will one day take part in learning, participating, and practicing skills necessary for life, not just disaster or crises. In this episode, we welcome back Thom Rigsby to discuss the Adventure Challenge and what AmCon has in store for our members in 2024. When you’re ready to build the skills, network, and confidence to be prepared for whatever comes next -

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39:11

How reliable is your community support and...

American Contingency ·

2023/12/19

Ep #22 - Thom Rigsby joins us to discuss the support of the AmCon community, how our regional events and training guide members to improve their preparedness and crisis skills, and how our daily situational report brings unbiased, reliable information and news to the membership. When you’re ready to build the skills, network, and confidence to be ready for whatever comes next - join us at AmericanContingency.com. https://members.americancontingency.com/join/

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45:45

Mastering the Mind: Cultivating Resilience in an...

American Contingency ·

2023/11/21

Ep #21 - It's been a whirlwind of a 2023. Let's dive into the world of resilience in this empowering episode, where we merge the concepts of emotional and psychological resilience to arm you with the tools you need to stand firm in the face of life's adversities. We'll explore seven key strategies to build your emotional resilience, from nurturing a positive outlook to embracing the inevitability of change. We'll then shift gears to psychological resilience, highlighting the importance of

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33:44

Preparing yourself through community leadership and...

American Contingency ·

2023/11/08

Ep #20 - Strengthening our community bonds, building effective communication strategies, and preparing ourselves for the unexpected by learning and training is the heartbeat of American Contingency. We care about you because we care about our world, our country, our city, our neighborhood, our street, our social circle, our loved ones, ourselves! In this week's episode, we welcome back Denny G, our training coordinator extraordinaire, to discuss what we have created for our members in 2023 and what

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37:20

Building strong communities, communication, and...

American Contingency ·

2023/10/25

Ep #19 - Cultivating strong neighborhoods and communities, active listening, and conflict resolution are keystone attributes of an effective leader in any community. American Contingency focuses so intently on leadership because we know that while we might go faster alone, we go further together - and during a crisis, man-made and mother nature, knowing there are people who have your back can make all the difference. Just hit play and discover key pointers for growing your own leadership skills so

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35:42

Adversity to Opportunity w/ Mario Q - Southeast...

American Contingency ·

2023/10/10

Ep #18 - What direction do you think the country is going? There are rumblings of discontent from all sides of the aisle and within every demographic, but...are we collectively being blinded by the immediate noise of the media machine and missing a huge opportunity to be grateful for everything we are privy to here in the United States? Mario Q has a unique perspective as someone born in Central America, where he lived for the first 20 years of his life before immigrating to the United States,

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36:36

7 Powerful Principles to Guide Your Preparedness

American Contingency ·

2023/09/27

Ep #17 - National Preparedness Month is a time to focus on what you can do within our 12 categories to ensure you are as prepared as possible for any given Tuesday. These 7 powerful principles will guide you along your journey. Whether you are a newbie to the world of preparing or an old GOAT who loves to pass along their wisdom, these principles will speak to you and inspire you to go that extra yard today. The 7 Principles: Develop a Growth Mindset Cultivate Courage Be Decisive Take Action Embrace

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46:07

Emergency Communications w/ Cecil Higgins - South...

American Contingency ·

2023/09/12

Ep #16 - Emergency communication. We talk about that so much within AmCon because we know that most people rely solely on their cell phones as their only way of communicating with anyone not directly in their immediate space. When Mother Nature blasts her chaos into our lives, that same network we love to watch funny videos on and order things so we don't have to leave our houses becomes overloaded, and then what do you do? If you are ready to learn more about the ease with which you can get into

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42:15

Any Given Tuesday: Being Prepared No Matter the...

American Contingency ·

2023/08/29

Ep #15 - September is National Preparedness Month! Picture this: It's any given Tuesday, and suddenly, a situation arises that you never saw coming. It could be a man-made incident like civil unrest or a public shooting, leaving you feeling uncertain about your safety, or a natural event like a severe thunderstorm hitting your neighbor's house with lightning and knocking your power out. These are the kinds of situations we rarely foresee but should always be prepared for. But here's the kicker –

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35:18

How to prepare in a rural or urban environment

American Contingency ·

2023/08/15

Ep #14 - Urban and rural environments have different needs in "normal" times. Their needs become even more exaggerated in times of calamity and emergency scenarios. Kevin Outten, our Delaware Organizer, organizes disaster and emergency preparedness for the state of Delaware, and his experience with the disparities of country versus cities shows in his knowledge. His overall message of family and community is one echoed in the halls of AmCon and throughout our member nation. With his guidance, you

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37:38

Thunderstorms, Lightning, and Electricity

American Contingency ·

2023/07/31

Ep #13 - Recently my neighbors house was struck by lightning right after the electric went out in my five-mile circumference - and of course after the dust settled I knew this was going to make a great American Contingency episode. So let's explore preparations for one frequently encountered situation - power outages and one less frequent situation - lightning strikes. The strategies we've curated for each of these scenarios will offer substantial enhancements to your overall preparedness. As an

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38:18

Training and application in the real world w/ Derek...

American Contingency ·

2023/07/17

Ep #12 - Preparation is a core value here at AmCon. Training one another for the unexpected and then going out and doing what we've learned is an activity we actively do all around the country. Today we welcome Derek Jones to the mic to discuss the trainings and disaster scenarios simulations he coordinates within the West region of the United States. It's one thing to read, listen, and learn. It is a whole other situation to be run through the scenario with the expectation one will demonstrate

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37:43

Being a Helpful Citizen: that which divides us does...

American Contingency ·

2023/07/04

Ep #11 - Happy 4th of July. In this week's episode I dive into why I love the U.S.A. and some thoughts and feelings I have on why we can be the leaders in a more unified country. You will agree with some, disagree with other parts - and overall we will all step into this conversation with one mindset and depart with new insights into why we are proud to be Americans and what we can do to be a part of the solution, to be an intricate member of the progress we seek, and to do all of this with a

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33:42

Well-rounded Preparedness w/ Denny G; AmCon National...

American Contingency ·

2023/06/20

Ep #10 - “A jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better, than a master of one.” How well-rounded are you in your preparedness game? In this week's episode I introduce to you the new National Training Coordinator, Denny G, and we get into the importance of local government, how focusing on all 12 categories will help you solidify certainty in the uncertainty of life, and why we are all responsible for, not only our own growth and training, but of that of those closest to us. When

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31:02

Protect what’s important to you w/ Michael Lott;...

American Contingency ·

2023/06/06

Ep #9 - Security is important to all of us. Whether it is our personal security, the safety of our family, or knowing that our home is protected and insured from the man-made and natural disasters that can shake us to our core - the certainty we seek as humans comes from preparing for what might happen hoping that it won't. In this week's episode we welcome to the show AmCon's own, Michael Lott. He works directly with the regional coordinators and continues to support the growth of American

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32:03

The Importance of Security in an Uncertain World

American Contingency ·

2023/05/23

Ep #8 - We're diving into the important sphere of security. Starting with personal security, we highlight the significance of staying alert and responsive to our surroundings for better prevention and management of threats. Next, we take you through the critical components of an effective home security system, featuring modern technology and traditional measures. The conversation then shifts to the digital realm, focusing on cyber threats and the protective steps everyone should adopt to stay safe

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31:36

Emotional and psychological resiliency w/ Lori...

American Contingency ·

2023/05/09

Ep #7 - Isolation can lead to depression, we know how that went back during the pandemic. What sets American Contingency apart from other organizations is our steadfast focus on community building, growth, and education so that we can all be our own first-responders. In this week's episode we welcome to the show, Lori Marino, the National Marketing Director for American Contingency. She is directly over all the social media and blogs posts that we roll out for our members and for our public

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39:33

The 12 Categories of AmCon Preparedness

American Contingency ·

2023/04/25

Ep #6 - Today, we're going to be talking about 12 different categories of preparedness for natural and man-made disasters, and we've got one actionable tip for each of them. First up is communication. Let's be real, without communication, we'd all be screwed. So, our tip is to create a communication plan with your family and friends, and make sure you've got backup methods of communication in case the phones go down. We're talking walkie-talkies, carrier pigeons, whatever works for you. Next,

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