12: Proactive Personal Protection & Preparedness with Alex Stewart of Premier Body Armor

09/11/24 • 35 min

In today's episode, we talk about the increasing need for practical, personal protection and some easy ways to achieve it.

In this interview, we talk with Alex Stewart, President of Premier Body Armor, about the growing need for everyday moms and civilians like us, to have practical, personal protection. Our conversation centers around situational awareness, self-reliance, and being more proactive protectors!

Premier Body Armor is a family-owned business with a legacy rooted in armored vehicle manufacturing, where their products saved countless American warfighters' lives. Today, they offer high-quality, USA-made personal protection solutions for everyday life—from backpack inserts and armored laptop cases for school protection to inserts for various bags and home shields. Their bulletproof products provide discreet yet powerful protection for you and your loved ones.

Key points:

An update on the Mama Bear Survival book- get ready for pre-orders opening soon!
Some background from military and vehicle manufacturing to law enforcement and civilian products
Who can benefit from body armor
Practical uses in schools, at college, or the workplace
Emily shares a situation when she felt vulnerable and without protection while shielding her children
Different ways moms and everyday people utilize body armor

Action Items & Next Steps:

Checkout Premier Body Armor and see if they have an insert for your everyda bag or kids' backpacks
If you conceal carry in a fanny pack, you'll definitely want to checkout their fanny inserts!
Join us over on Instagram @mamabearsurvival and please, share the show with a likeminded mama bear!

As always- stay safe out there, mama bear.

In today's episode, we talk about the increasing need for practical, personal protection and some easy ways to achieve it.

Key points:

An update on the Mama Bear Survival book- get ready for pre-orders opening soon!
Some background from military and vehicle manufacturing to law enforcement and civilian products
Who can benefit from body armor
Practical uses in schools, at college, or the workplace
Emily shares a situation when she felt vulnerable and without protection while shielding her children
Different ways moms and everyday people utilize body armor

Action Items & Next Steps:

Checkout Premier Body Armor and see if they have an insert for your everyda bag or kids' backpacks
If you conceal carry in a fanny pack, you'll definitely want to checkout their fanny inserts!
Join us over on Instagram @mamabearsurvival and please, share the show with a likeminded mama bear!

As always- stay safe out there, mama bear.

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11: Raising Critical Thinkers and Empowering Children to Thrive in Today's World with Katie Kimball

In today's episode, we tackle the question: How do we raise critical thinkers and children who can think for themselves and ask questions, in a world that doesn't want them to? (add embed podcast here!)

In this interview, we talk with Katie Kimball of Kitchen Stewardship about how we can raise our children in a world that doesn't share our values and doesn't encourage free thinking. We specifically discuss the concepts of nutrition and food, navigating technology and social media, how to parent when your kids feel different from their peers, and more.

Key points:

Raising critical thinkers starts at a young age.
How to navigate being "the only one" when it comes to technology rules and parenting decisions within a friend/school group.
How to best prepare our children for the world ahead, starting with some basics like kitchen skills.

Action Items & Next Steps:

Checkout Katie's free Life Skills Now summer camp
It's a free virtual camp over the summer where kids will learn those real life skills they aren't being taught in school! There is also an option to buy a recording if you can't attend live and take them at your own pace.
Join us over on Instagram @mamabearsurvival and please, share the show with a likeminded mama bear!

As always- stay safe out there, mama bear.

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13: Protecting Our Kids in a Tech-Driven World & Digital Safety with Nicki Reisberg of the Scrolling to Death Podcast

In today's episode, we're talking about how to protect our kids in a tech-driven world and from all the dangers of social media, with Nicki Reisberg of Scrolling to Death Podcast.

In this episode of the Mama Bear Survival podcast, Emily Richett sits down with Nicki Reisberg, host of the Scrolling to Death podcast, to dive into the complex world of digital safety for children.

They discuss the real dangers children face online, from social media's effects on mental health to the rising concerns around platforms like Snapchat and Tiktok.

Nicki shares her journey from owning a social media management company to becoming a fierce advocate for protecting kids in the digital age.

Key points:

(00:05:45) - Social Media’s Impact on Mental Health: Nicki explains the correlation between excessive social media use and mental health struggles, including depression and suicidal ideation.
(00:12:10) - Social Media & Drugs: Nicki discusses the alarming trend of drugs, such as Fentanyl, being sold to teens via Snapchat.
(00:20:25) - Sextortion Threats: Organized groups exploit social media platforms to manipulate and extort young boys, causing severe consequences.
(00:30:10) - Protecting Children from Online Predators: Nicki highlights how innocent posts of children can be exploited by predators and emphasizes the need for parents to rethink what they share online.

Action Items & Next Steps:

Stay updated on the latest digital safety news by subscribing to Nicki's podcast, Scrolling to Death.
Visit house.gov to find your state representative and make your voice heard about online child safety.
Delay is the way! Join the movement over at Wait Until 8th to join forces with parents at your school to delay smart phones and social media until 8th grade.
Join us over on Instagram @mamabearsurvival and please, share the show with a likeminded mama bear!

As always- stay safe out there, mama bear.