Prep Comms

FRS radios are a great start, but they aren’t the whole plan. They work for kids, neighbors, and short-range use — but when the storm hits or the grid goes down, you may need more.

In this episode, C…

FRS radios aren’t all created equal. Some blister-pack sets are cheap toys that break in a weekend, while others are solid enough to trust on family trips or in an emergency.

In this third episode of…

August 29, 2005. Hurricane Katrina slammed the Gulf Coast, the levees failed, and the water swallowed entire neighborhoods. Phones went dead. Power grids collapsed. Families were cut off and 911 call…

FRS radios aren’t long-range or flashy, but they’re still one of the most useful family tools you can own.

In this episode of the Prep Comms Podcast, Caleb Nelson (K4CDN) dives into how families actu…

In 1996, the FCC created the Family Radio Service (FRS) to give everyday families a simple, free, and legal way to stay connected.

You’ve probably seen these radios before — blister packs on the shel…

Episode 4 – Is MURS Still Worth It? Why This Forgotten Band Might Be the Most Reliable Tool in Your Family’s Kit

After four episodes, we’re wrapping up the MURS Mini-Series with a hard look at one qu…

Digital Modes, Text Messaging, Repeaters—and Why Clarity Matters

In this episode of the Prep Comms Podcast, we dive into one of the most misunderstood parts of MURS radio: digital modes.

Is digital r…

In Episode 2 of the Prep Comms MURS Mini-Series, Caleb Nelson dives deep into what really determines your performance on MURS. Spoiler: it’s not power. It’s your antenna, your coax, your terrain—and …

Most people don’t even know what MURS is—and that’s exactly why it works so well. In this first episode of the Prep Comms MURS Mini-Series, Caleb breaks down the quiet power of the Multi-Use Radio Se…

The listeners have spoken—so I’m breaking my own rules and releasing this episode out of sequence.

I’ve been getting a lot of APRS questions lately, and instead of trying to answer them all on Instag…

After the storm, getting the generator going early and setting up the hand pump for the well made all the difference. A quick project with leftover well pump wire turned into a solid clothesline—an u…

Here's a timeline rundown from our Helene Prepping and Recovery After preparing gas and propane midweek, we ensured all equipment was charged and ready. At 0400 on the 27th, my mini comm hub was act…

In this episode of Prep Comms Podcast, Caleb wraps up his road-trip into the critical role of CB radios for preppers. He addresses a listener question and breaks down the legal implications surroundi…

Continuing the CB Radio for Preppers and Caleb looks back to his teens and how CB Radio was what lead him to Radio Shack, FM Radio and Ham Radio and eventually Podcasting.

CB isn't what it was, but i…

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CB (Citizens Band) radio remains a popular communication tool for hobbyists, truckers, and preparedness enthusiasts. Offering a way to connect over short distanc…

**TLDR Summary:**  New Series: CB Radio for Preppers

- Part 1 

- Citizen's Band (CB) Radio has a rich history, rooted in the mid-20th century as a form of local communication.  

- This episode will e…

After nearly a dozen episodes, Caleb finally gets around to talking about 'talking'. That said, he still remind us about the importance of listening. Preppers talking on radios should be more than ju…

FTA Satellite is not what it once was, but it's still a viable alternative to paid TV especially if you're interested in news with different views. In this episode Caleb discusses the benefits of FTA…

Editors Note:

Attention. This program was recorded less than 24 hours before President Joe Biden announced he was giving up his re-election bid. This significant development suggests further changes …