The Changing Earth Podcast, Survival Fiction & Facts

On June 24, 2026, Venezuela was rocked by a devastating double earthquake — a 7.2 followed just 39 seconds later by a 7.5. This real-world event gives us a powerful look at what happens when infrastructure fails and governments are forced into national triage. In this episode, we break down the lessons from Venezuela and how they apply to The Great Quake scenario in our series. We also cover pract...

Mike Toberer, founder of Mission Mules and owner of Mountain Mule Packers, joins us to share how pack mules have been used to deliver critical supplies in real disasters. After Hurricane Helene devastated Western North Carolina, Mike and his team took mules into areas where roads had collapsed and no vehicles could reach. He shares powerful stories from the ground, including the heartbreaking loss...

In this episode, we pull back the wire on our complete Texas chicken coop system — built from affordable Tractor Supply dog kennels, salvaged fence wood, 2ft paver blocks, PVC framing, and smart predator-proofing. Learn how we solved mice, fire ants, scorching heat, and 90 mph winds while creating an easy-clean setup that requires nothing more than a bucket and shovel. Whether you're starting smal...

Spring renewal meets real preparedness on this week's Changing Earth Podcast. Sara shares updates from the homestead — a peach tree completing its cycle while new shoots emerge, chickens laying like crazy, and fresh raised beds going in to battle Texas weather. Then we sit down with Sara's Krav Maga instructor, 3rd Degree Black Belt Asher Lester , for a powerful conversation on nervous system regu...

Chin brought his notes from Mike Shelby's handbook and we walked through threat categories, the likelihood-impact matrix, the six layers of your operational environment, METT-TC for civilians, and the full list of January & February 2026 disasters with dates and serious impacts. Read the complete guide and start sketching your AO this weekend.

Why discipline frees us for better motivation, stronger minds, & facing global risks head-on. Exciting Prepper Camp updates (new venue alert!) + deep dive on self-defense benefits. Full blog here— what's your go-to discipline builder? Read All About It!

Sara F. Hathaway & Chin Gibson share 10 essential + creative cold-weather hacks, hypothermia stages, and the latest global disaster news. Blend survival fact with fiction-style resilience—perfect for preppers. Listen now & stay warm! Available everywhere podcasts are found. Get the novels, swag and explore the audio drama at C hangingEarthSeries.com #ChangingEarthPodcast #SurvivalPodcast #WinterHa...

In this standalone Changing Earth News episode, we unpack the planet's most explosive month yet: 33 major events from solar flares igniting auroras to exceptional droughts cracking the American Southwest, claiming nearly 400 lives and $15B in damages. Chronologically chronicled—from Rafael's Caribbean rampage to Vietnam's record deluges and Etna's fiery glow—we spotlight the human toll, climate am...

🚨 Grid down? No problem. In Ep 487, Chin Gibson's Meshtastic master class turns LoRa radios into a unbreakable mesh for off-grid texts – 100+ miles, no license needed! From setup pitfalls to solar repeaters, it's your SHTF comms blueprint. Blending Changing Earth drama with real prep: Dream, survive, thrive.

Anti-Abduction Mastery: Self-Defense, Human Trafficking Awareness & Family Safety Tips Dive into this raw, unfiltered Changing Earth Podcast episode where host Sara F. Hathaway (with co-host Chin Gibson) unleashes her powerhouse anti-abduction class—packed with shocking stats, Krav Maga escapes, and mindset shifts to shield your family from trafficking horrors. Perfect holiday prep: Learn no-secon...

Episode 486 of The Changing Earth Podcast is live! Discover 15 timeless prep tips to prepare you for the winter—emergency kits, food/water, home fortification, plus intense fitness, and tactical skills to stay unstoppable. Perfect for National Preparedness Month! Join the Changing Earth community! Visit changingearthseries.com for signed books, audio dramas, and prepper swag. Share your prep tips...

Celebrate 10 years of the Changing Earth Podcast with us! From Day After Disaster to The Las Vegas Years , Sara F. Hathaway has woven 500 hours of survival wisdom into gripping stories that inspire and educate. "It's not just about the knowledge; it's the friendships that are irreplaceable," -Sara Hathaway. Dive into our anniversary blog for highlights from a decade of episodes, eerie real-world p...

      Learn when to evacuate or shelter in place, how to protect your home's structural integrity, and essential swiftwater navigation skills. Discover why FEMA's 100-year flood maps fall short and how First Street Foundation's models reveal hidden risks. Sara also covers real-time weather monitoring and equipping your attic as a last resort. Plus, hear how Texas First Responders, the Cajun Navy,...

Brace for the sun's silent kill shot! In Ep. 483, Sara F. Hathaway & Chin Gibson dive into CMEs, the Carrington Event, & survival tips to thrive post-tech apocalypse. Explore The Changing Earth Series Novels, available at Amazon.com . Get your signed copies at ChangingEarthSeries.com . Get your   Changing Earth Gear at ChangingEarthSeries.com Become a subscriber and help the Changing Earth world g...

Sara F. Hathaway and Chin Gibson share 20 essential wildfire safety tips to protect your home, inspired by 2025's rising fire risks. Broadcasting live, they cover defensible space, fire-resistant materials, and community preparedness, alongside homestead updates and Changing Earth audio drama news—Season 5 sneak peeks for subscribers! Changing Earth News explores global weather chaos, from New Jer...

Sara F. Hathaway and Chin Gibson  dive into Retevis Ailunce radios (HA1UV & HD2, $10 off with R10OFF), built for chaos with waterproofing and digital reach. Changing Earth News for March. From Myanmar's deadly Mw 7.7 quake to US tornadoes and wildfires. Based on The Changing Earth Series Novels, available at Amazon.com . Get your signed copies at ChangingEarthSeries.com . Get your   Changing Earth...

Distractions can undermine your peace of mind. Take charge and find balance in the chaos. Stay informed on February's Changing Earth News—earthquake and volcano activity is at unprecedented levels! The Changing Earth Series Novels, available at  Amazon.com . Leave a review! Signed copies available at ChangingEarthSeries.com . Get your   Changing Earth Gear at ChangingEarthSeries.com Become a subsc...

Chin and Sara revisit the month of January and all the crazy weather anomalies that occured.   Get your signed copies of The Changing Earth Series at  ChangingEarthSeries.com .   Get your  Changing Earth Gear at ChangingEarthSeries.com   Become a subscriber and help the Changing Earth world go around!

Come with Sara and Chin on a trip down memory lane.

Plans for 2025

A pre-Christmas interview with Prepper Broadcasting Host James Walton and Changing Earth Creator, Sara Hathaway. The Changing Earth Series Novels, available at Amazon.com . Get your signed copies at ChangingEarthSeries.com . Get your   Changing Earth Gear at ChangingEarthSeries.com Become a subscriber and help the Changing Earth world go around! Don't forget to leave a review or like and Subscribe...

A breakdown of episode three of the Changing Earth audio drama reveals the facts behind the fiction and exposes survival tips and tricks.   Based on The Changing Earth Series Novels, available at Amazon.com . Get your signed copies at ChangingEarthSeries.com .   Get your  Changing Earth Gear at ChangingEarthSeries.com   Become a subscriber and help the Changing Earth world go around!   Don't forge...

A detailed breakdown of The Changing Earth Audio Drama (Season three, episode two). Discover the survival facts behind the fiction. Based on The Changing Earth Series Novels, available at Amazon.com . Get your signed copies at ChangingEarthSeries.com . Get your   Changing Earth Gear at ChangingEarthSeries.com Become a subscriber and help the Changing Earth world go around! Don't forget to leave a...

Explore the factual survival techniques hidden in The Changing Earth adventure.   Based on The Changing Earth Series Novels, available at Amazon.com . Get your signed copies at ChangingEarthSeries.com .   Get your  Changing Earth Gear at ChangingEarthSeries.com   Become a subscriber and help the Changing Earth world go around! Don't forget to leave a review or like and Subscribe to the YouTube cha...

Join Marjory Wildcraft joins us to discuss her preparedness journey and The Grow Network! https://thegrownetwork.com/   The Changing Earth Series Novels, available at Amazon.com . Get your signed copies at ChangingEarthSeries.com .   Get your  Changing Earth Gear at ChangingEarthSeries.com   Become a subscriber and help the Changing Earth world go around!   Don't forget to leave a review or like a...