Welcome to the ZERT Coffee and Chaos podcast a show where we’ll talk about anything and everything relating to what it means to be prepared and a survivalist in today’s day and age. We’ll discuss things like training, realistic life scenarios, and situations that you could really find yourself or your family in; and the gear, training, and mindset that could just save your life.
Latest episodes
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ZERT Coffee & Chaos 149 – Texting Without Towers: Meshtastic, HAM, GMRS & the Reality of Off-Grid Comms
Cell towers go down. Internet disappears. Phones turn into expensive paperweights. So how do you communicate when the grid isn’t there? In this episode of ZERT Coffee & Chaos, we b…
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ZERT Coffee & Chaos 148 – Frozen Roads & Cold Truths: Winter Prep Before the Storm Hits
Winter doesn’t care about your schedule—and neither do winter storms. In this episode of ZERT Coffee & Chaos, we break down why winter preparedness is non-negotiable and how a simp…
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ZERT Coffee & Chaos 147 – Post-SHOT Show & Minneapolis Unrest
This week on ZERT Coffee & Chaos, we’re blending the chaos of the streets with the latest from the firearm industry. First up: the fallout from Minneapolis — following two controve…
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ZERT Coffee & Chaos 146 – Tyranny Doesn’t Announce Itself: Iran, Civil Chaos, and Why the Second Amendment Mat…
The escalating unrest in Iran is a stark reminder of what happens when a government no longer serves its people—and the people have no meaningful way to resist it. As protests inte…
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ZERT Coffee & Chaos 145 – One Hour, One Bag, and You’re Never Coming Home
The movie Greenland wasn’t just a disaster film—it was a stress test for modern preparedness. With the next Greenlandmovie set to release soon, we break down what the franchise get…
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ZERT Coffee & Chaos 144 – Minnesota in the Crosshairs: Power, Corruption, and Consequences
n this episode of ZERT Coffee & Chaos, we break down the growing unrest surrounding current events in Minnesota and why they matter far beyond state lines. From the governor’s deci…
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ZERT Coffee & Chaos 143 – The 2025 Wrap-Up — Cut Short, Not Finished
In this final episode of ZERT Coffee & Chaos, we sat down to close the book on 2025—breaking down the moments that defined the year, the wins, the lessons learned, and the chaos th…
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ZERT Coffee & Chaos 142 – Nobody Is Coming to Save You: Gun-Free Zones, Global Violence, and the Illusion of S…
In this episode of ZERT Coffee & Chaos, we break down the latest wave of violence making headlines—from a shooting in Australia to a gun-free-zone incident at Brown University—and…
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ZERT Coffee & Chaos 141 – Same Fight, New Gun: How In-Fighting Is Holding the Firearms Community Back
In this episode of ZERT Coffee & Chaos, we take a hard look at an uncomfortable truth: the firearms and Second Amendment community often does more damage to itself than any outside…
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ZERT Coffee & Chaos 140 – After the Flash: Surviving the Unthinkable
When the unthinkable happens — when a nuclear detonation shatters the world as we know it — what comes next? After the Flash takes you deep into the aftermath, exploring the chaos,…
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ZERT Coffee & Chaos 139 – House Of Dynamite Reviewed
In this episode, we dive deep into House of Dynamite, the Netflix film that’s ignited conversations across the globe. Beneath the action and intensity lies a story loaded with symb…
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ZERT Coffee & Chaos 138 – Eyes Everywhere: How to Detect and Evade Surveillance
In this episode, we break down how to recognize — and avoid — surveillance in the real world and online. From being followed in your vehicle to spotting someone tailing you on foot…
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ZERT Coffee & Chaos 137 – The Digital Pandemic: Conspiracies, Chaos, and the Death of Truth
In the wake of Charlie Kirk’s killing, the internet has erupted with a wildfire of misinformation — from political false flags and “deep state” coverups to AI-generated “evidence”…
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ZERT Coffee & Chaos 136 – The Truth About AR-15 Prices: Is Expensive Really Better
In this episode, we dive deep into the world of AR-15s and break down what you’re really paying for at each price point — from entry-level rifles to top-tier builds that cost as mu…
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ZERT Coffee & Chaos 135 – Why a Handheld Flashlight Should Be in Your EDC Kit
When most people think of everyday carry (EDC), their minds jump to knives, multi-tools, or even firearms—but one of the most underrated, life-saving tools you can carry is a handh…
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ZERT Coffee & Chaos 134 – When Seconds Count: Why Medical Training Matters
In this episode, we sit down with Marco from Med-Tac International to talk about one of the most overlooked aspects of preparedness—medical training and carrying the right gear. We…
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ZERT Coffee & Chaos 133 – Minneapolis Tragedy: Guns, Mental Health, and the Left’s Same Old Answers
In this episode, we unpack the heartbreaking school shooting that struck Minneapolis earlier this September. Once again, the nation is forced to confront a familiar and painful pat…
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ZERT Coffee & Chaos 132 – A Wake-Up Call: The Senseless Murder of Iryna Zarutska
In this powerful episode, we shed light on the senseless murder of Iryna Zarutska—a tragedy that reminds us how fragile and unpredictable life can be. Beyond honoring her memory, w…
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ZERT Coffee & Chaos 131 – Firearms, Training, and the Future: A Conversation with Rob Pincus
In this episode, I sit down with Rob Pincus—firearms instructor, industry leader, and founder of the Personal Defense Network (PDN)—to take a look at some of the most interesting d…
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ZERT Coffee & Chaos 130 – Survival vs. Sustainment: Knowing When to Move and When to Stay
In this episode, we break down the critical difference between survival and sustainment in a rescue situation. Survival often means pushing through immediate danger with limited re…