

No-BS Emergency Food Plan (Video Course)
Jul 18, 2025
Stephen Harris, a prolific author specializing in chemistry and preparedness, shares his insights on emergency food planning. He discusses the fragility of food supply chains and the critical importance of proactive food storage. Harris debunks myths about long-term preservation, including common misconceptions about egg storage. He emphasizes community resilience in emergencies, offering practical strategies for collaboration and effective food preparation. Listeners will learn about innovative cooking techniques and the significance of maintaining an adequate emergency food supply.
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Food Prep Class Impact
- Stephen Harris shares a story of teaching a food preparedness class where attendees came hungry and enjoyed the practical food made during the session.
- Even trained military personnel were surprised by how good and easy the emergency food preparation was compared to common assumptions.
Test Emergency Foods Early
- Test any freeze-dried or emergency rations before a disaster by regularly eating them with your family.
- Note which meals are liked or disliked and adjust your stock accordingly to avoid wasting food you won't eat.
Critique of Prepping Food Advice
- Common prepping advice often defaults to quick, lowest common denominator solutions like just freeze-dried food.
- Harris advocates for a scientific, nuanced approach tailored to real family needs and situations.