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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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Thursday Feb 15, 2024
Test your prepardness skills at the 2024 Adventure Challenge
Thursday Feb 15, 2024
Thursday Feb 15, 2024
Ep #26 - The Adventure Challenge is your opportunity to test your skills in a semi-controlled environment so you can be prepared and respond effectively to any challenge that comes your way. Today, we welcome back Thom Rigsby to discuss the ins and outs of the Adventure Challenge. For members, you already know when your region is scheduled to participate. For non-members, the degree to which you practice is directly proportional to the degree to which you will succeed when the whistle blows, and it is game on.
Click here and join today for seriously, so affordably, you'll wonder why you haven't joined already. This adventure challenge is not to be missed! JOIN TODAY!
When you're ready to build the skills, network, and confidence to be ready for whatever comes next - join us at AmericanContingency.com.
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Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Emotional Resilience in the face of crisis and emergencies
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
Tuesday Jan 30, 2024
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 respond rather than react. It is your duty as a leader and someone who cares to be prepared to respond that you are equipped, not only with the supplies and skills to take on any challenge but that you are also internally grounded so your best self shows up when you need to be at your best.
In this episode, I will introduce you to why having the essentials of a home-based medical kit empowers you to take control during emergencies right in your own living room. We'll navigate through the chaos of crisis scenarios, focusing on rapid, confident decision-making skills. And for the young ones? We're exploring how teaching basic first aid can plant seeds of responsibility, confidence, and community spirit.
Do you wonder what you would do when it is time to put your money where your mouth is? Join me for a journey filled with practical tips, key insights into emotional resilience, and empowering strategies designed to help you build your resilience fortress, one brick at a time. Get ready to turn life's challenges into opportunities for growth and strength.
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Monday Jan 15, 2024
Communication during severe weather
Monday Jan 15, 2024
Monday Jan 15, 2024
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 physical and mental health in stressful situations.
I'll then transition into the realm of community involvement and the pivotal role of technology, exploring how leaders can effectively orchestrate information flow and resource allocation while leveraging digital and analog tools for timely updates and essential connectivity. Lastly, I'll touch on specialized skills and external considerations vital for weather-related crises, including indispensable outdoor survival skills, food and water safety strategies, and defense tactics. This episode is an essential guide, offering invaluable insights for anyone looking to enhance their readiness for unpredictable weather challenges.
Stay informed, stay prepared, and join the conversation as we tackle one of the most pressing issues of our time – communicating effectively through the storm. Subscribe to the American Contingency Podcast for more in-depth discussions on preparedness and resilience.
When you're ready to build the skills, network, and confidence to be prepared for whatever comes next - join us at AmericanContingency.com.

Sunday Dec 31, 2023
Adventure Challenge and plans for 2024
Sunday Dec 31, 2023
Sunday Dec 31, 2023
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 - join us at AmericanContingency.com.

Monday Dec 18, 2023
How reliable is your community support and information sources?
Monday Dec 18, 2023
Monday Dec 18, 2023
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.

Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
Mastering the Mind: Cultivating Resilience in an Unpredictable World
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
Tuesday Nov 21, 2023
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 self-awareness, self-compassion, and a supportive network.
Along the way, we'll challenge you to dig deeper, uncovering the real questions behind your concerns and moving from a state of disempowerment to one of proactive empowerment. Are you taking control of your life or playing the blame game? This episode is not just about surviving; it's about thriving, taking responsibility, and adopting a victor mentality. Join us as we empower you to transform challenges into opportunities for growth and find balance, no matter what life throws your way.
When you’re ready to build the skills, network, and confidence to be ready for whatever comes next - join us at AmericanContingency.com.

Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
Tuesday Nov 07, 2023
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 we have in store for you all in 2024.
If you feel like you are nowhere near ready for the unexpected like you are only sorta prepared for any given Tuesday, or maybe you are all the way into being prepared, and you desire to help others - no matter what stage you are in, we are the community for you!
When you’re ready to build the skills, network, and confidence to be ready for whatever comes next - join us at AmericanContingency.com.
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Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
Building strong communities, communication, and conflict resolution
Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
Tuesday Oct 24, 2023
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 when you need to be ready, you are ready, and you never have to say sorry to your loved ones for not being prepared for the unknown...and often very known.
When you’re ready to build the skills, network, and confidence to be ready for whatever comes next - join us at AmericanContingency.com.
