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Are you ready to take control of your future? The Act ASAP Podcast is here to guide you through the maze of leadership, communications, and disaster management planning. In 2025, we're diving into the world of disaster and financial management. Discovering ways to make our finances less Join us on this captivating journey as we unlock the secrets of effective communication and share invaluable financial management strategies. Together, we'll empower you and your organization to not just survive but thrive in the face of adversity. "As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases."

  1. Financial Foundations for Family Security

    FEB 1

    Financial Foundations for Family Security

    Welcome back to the show. Today, we’re opening a new conversation, and really, a new focus for the month of February:Financial Foundations for Family Security and Financial Habits for Stability—Leadership Before Disruption. Here’s something most families never get told:Stability isn’t lost during a crisis. It’s lost long before, when the habits that protect families are never put in place. This month, we’re talking about the small, daily and monthly financial behaviors that quietly create security. Not fear-based planning. Not extreme preparation. Just steady leadership at home that shows up when life gets unpredictable. We’ll explore simple money check-ins, financial rituals, and practical readiness habits that reduce stress, strengthen confidence, and help families respond calmly instead of reacting emotionally. Because preparedness isn’t about what you’re afraid of.It’s about who you’re responsible for. If you’re a parent, a partner, or someone others depend on, this series is for you. Let’s get into it.

    4 min
  2. eCERT®: Where We Are Now

    FEB 1

    eCERT®: Where We Are Now

    Today’s conversation is not about theory or hype—it’s about wherewe actually are right now. In this episode, Daniel is joined by Mark Matheson,founder of the eCERT® program, to provide a clear, grounded update on thecurrent state of eCERT®. Together, they discuss what has been built, what isactively in motion, and what still needs to happen. This conversation explores the growing gap between disastersand readiness—operationally, financially, and at the community level—and howeCERT® is positioning itself to address that gap through deployable NGO-basedresponse teams and separate financial resilience tools. Important clarification:eCERT® Memberships and Digital Currency owners are two separate markets.One is operational—teams on the ground.The other is financial—individuals and investors preparing resources beforedisaster strikes.They are distinct, but they support the same mission: readiness beforeresponse.   New to This Series? Start Here This episode builds on earlier conversations. If you’re justjoining us, these three episodes provide important context: Episode 1: Inside the eCERT Program – https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/ClYb1Ivco0b Episode 2: Behind The eCERT Vision – https://spotifycreators-eb.app.link/e/MR1aCGvco0b Episode 3: eCERT Interview #3 – https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/GT5lNFvco0b   Looking for Additional Information? General Preparedness & Resources🔗eCERT – https://drteamsint.com/ecert-program/ eCERT® Program Inquiries📧Email: Mark Matheson – mark.matheson@drteamsint.com📞Phone: (503) 953-0250 Please note: Mark’s contact information is intended fororganizations, agencies, and partners seeking program-level discussions.   Final Note Preparedness isn’t fear, it’s leadership.And leadership starts before the moment arrives

    44 min
  3. Prepare Don't Repair

    JAN 16

    Prepare Don't Repair

    Uncertainty is everywhere right now. From global instability to personal and financial stress, many people are being told the answer is to simply “learn to tolerate the unknown.” I disagree. In this episode of the Act ASAP Podcast, I explore a different approach—one shaped by decades of military leadership, disaster response, and lived experience. The truth is, uncertainty itself isn’t the real problem. The real problem is failing to prepare for what we already know. In this conversation, we break down why preparedness creates calm, how structure reduces anxiety, and why confidence under pressure isn’t accidental—it’s trained. I share personal stories from my time as a U.S. Army Senior Infantry Drill Sergeant, lessons learned from the Loma Prieta earthquake, and practical insights you can apply immediately in your family, business, or community. This isn’t about fear.It’s about leadership.Because it is always better to prepare than to repair. 🎧 Listen now, reflect honestly, and decide where preparation could bring more calm into your life.Learn more at: eapready.com

    9 min
  4. Prepared Beats Perfect

    JAN 15

    Prepared Beats Perfect

    Today, I want to talk about a mistake I see families and leaders make every single year—they wait for the perfect preparedness plan. The truth is, preparedness doesn’t fail because people don’t care. It fails because people don’t practice. In this episode, we’ll explore why one simple drill builds confidence, leadership, and calm far more effectively than endless planning ever will. Because prepared beats perfect—every time. You can also read the full article at https://wp.me/p7NwNC-2p1.

    2 min
  5. Where We’re Going in 2026

    JAN 11

    Where We’re Going in 2026

    In today’s episode of the ACT ASAP Podcast, we’re talking about the future; not hypothetical, not fear-based, but intentional and grounded. 2025 showed us what families, organizations, and communities can accomplish when preparedness becomes personal.2026 challenges us to turn that preparation into leadership, legacy, and real community power. This episode explores why resilience must live beyond the home, and how businesses, schools, and CBOs become force multipliers for the families they serve. 🎧 Listen in.📖 Read the companion blog post: https://wp.me/p7NwNC-2oJThis is where preparedness evolves into purpose.

    11 min
  6. Interview #3 with Mark Matheson

    12/12/2025

    Interview #3 with Mark Matheson

    In this third and final conversation with Mark Matheson, founder of the eCERT Program, we step into the future of disaster resilience—and what it will take to truly protect families, businesses, and communities before the next emergency strikes. This episode goes beyond traditional preparedness models. Mark unpacks a bold, federally supported yet locally owned approach to disaster response—one that combines real-world infrastructure, MAVIS deployment units, asset-backed digital currency, and individual resiliency accounts into a closed-loop system designed for accountability, speed, and long-term stability. We talk candidly about why communities must move from reactive aid to proactive resilience, how financial access after disaster can calm chaos and accelerate recovery, and why leadership—not luck—is the deciding factor when everything is on the line. Mark also shares how the eCERT Program plans to build a 25,000-person civilian disaster workforce and deploy 1,000 MAVIS units nationwide—without competing for existing FEMA funding or relying on hype-driven solutions. What makes this conversation especially powerful is the human element. Drawing from decades of experience in high-stakes environments—from nuclear facilities to military construction in Guam—Mark reflects on the lessons that shaped his philosophy on resilience, accountability, and integrity. His message is clear: resilience is earned through preparation, discipline, and the courage to do what’s right—especially when it’s difficult. Whether you’re a veteran, first responder, emergency manager, community leader, or a parent who simply wants to be better prepared, this episode invites you to rethink what readiness really means—and how you can be part of something bigger. This conversation doesn’t just explain the eCERT vision.It invites you into it. For more information about the eCERT Program or to speak directly with its founder, you can reach Mark Matheson at mark.matheson@drteamsint.com. To explore the program, review membership requirements, or submit an intake form, visit the official website at https://ecertprogram.com. This is the best place to learn how eCERT operates, how MAVIS Units support disaster operations, and how individuals or organizations can get involved in building the next generation of community-driven resilience.

    40 min
  7. Stepping Into Conscious Leadership: A Conversation with Dr. Ron Stotts

    12/10/2025

    Stepping Into Conscious Leadership: A Conversation with Dr. Ron Stotts

    Today’s episode is a powerful deep dive into the heart of leadership, communication, and human transformation. I’m joined by Dr. Ron Stotts, a Marine Corps veteran, bestselling author, and transformational leadership coach who has helped thousands of high-performing leaders evolve beyond stress-driven success into deeply aligned, purpose-driven leadership. Together, we explore how emotional awareness unlocks higher performance, why the logical mind alone can never carry us to our potential, and how leaders can rewire the inner game that drives every outer result. If you are ready to lead with presence instead of pressure, this conversation will move you. To learn more about Dr. Ron Stotts’transformational leadership work. Visit RonStotts.com, where you’ll find his books, programs, and free resources for personal and professional growth.

    27 min
  8. Behind the eCERT Vision

    12/02/2025

    Behind the eCERT Vision

    In this powerful follow-up conversation, Daniel Kilburn sits down once again with Mark Matheson, the visionary force behind the ECERT Program, to explore how communities across America can step into a new era of disaster readiness. This episode dives deep into the operational backbone of a program designed to scale to 1,000 fully equipped, independently operated disaster-response memberships—each capable of deploying rapidly, communicating securely, and serving with purpose. Mark reveals how ECERT’s structure brings together NGOs, oversight committees, deployable teams, and cutting-edge communication technologies like the Mavis satellite array, giving communities the ability to stand strong even when traditional infrastructure fails. From the groundbreaking $43 million manufacturing facility to the half-million dollars of equipment provided to each membership, the scale of this initiative is both bold and profoundly hopeful. Daniel and Mark explore critical themes that matter to every family and every leader: How everyday citizens can become disaster-ready assets to their communities Why Mavis units and deployable trailers are game-changers in crisis communications What it takes to maintain readiness—45–75 days of service, FEMA CERT requirements, and advanced online training How digital currency is being reimagined as personal disaster mitigation insurance Why preparedness must be community-centered, scalable, and sustainable This conversation is a reminder that resilience doesn’t happen by accident—it is built. And with programs like ECERT, America is designing the future of local emergency response one membership at a time. If you are committed to protecting your family, your neighborhood, or your community, this episode will deepen your understanding of what’s possible when people step forward and serve. Learn more about the ECERT Program: https://ecertprogram.com/Connect with Mark Matheson: mark.matheson@drteamsint.com

    36 min
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Are you ready to take control of your future? The Act ASAP Podcast is here to guide you through the maze of leadership, communications, and disaster management planning. In 2025, we're diving into the world of disaster and financial management. Discovering ways to make our finances less Join us on this captivating journey as we unlock the secrets of effective communication and share invaluable financial management strategies. Together, we'll empower you and your organization to not just survive but thrive in the face of adversity. "As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases."

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  • Creator
    Daniel Kilburn
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    222
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Daniel Kilburn
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