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Podcast: The Jordan Harbinger Show
Episode: 1106: Amanda Ripley | The Secrets to Surviving an Unthinkable Disaster
Description: Want to survive a disaster? The Unthinkable author Amanda Ripley explains why knowing your neighbors matters more than hoarding supplies.
What We Discuss with Amanda Ripley:
Contrary to popular belief, people rarely panic in disasters. Instead, the biggest challenge is often lethargy and denial — people tend to freeze or remain passive rather than exhibit chaotic behavior. This denial phase can be deadly as it delays taking necessary action.
In most disasters, the people who save lives are regular civilians, not first responders (who often can't arrive quickly enough). However, this dynamic is being threatened by declining tr...