The Ready Life

Nick and Lisa Meissner
  • 5.0 (9)
  • HOME & GARDEN
  • UPDATED WEEKLY
The Ready Life

Looking to get out of the rat race and live a simpler, more self-reliant lifestyle? For many years, Nick & Lisa Meissner have been helping folks get out of the city and into country living, where they can become less dependent on "the system" for their basic necessities. The Ready Life podcast walks you through the steps you need to take to pull this off. Choose a location and property, live with off-grid solar power, grow and raise your own food, set up a water system that isn't dependent on utilities, heat your home with a renewable source, and much more!

  1. OCT 3

    #72 - NC Flood Survival Takeaways You Can’t Afford to Ignore

    Hurricane Helene was not supposed to happen…in western North Carolina. The flooding and devastation inflicted there are beyond anything recorded in the area’s history, and almost everyone was unprepared for it’s long-reaching impact, with no water, power, or food, and in many cases being cut off from outside help. In this episode, we discuss what has happened and sort through some takeaways the rest of us can learn from, so we are all better prepared the next time there’s a disaster that shouldn’t have happened. Should Christians prepare physically for the end times? Find out in our FREE Bible-based online class - “Preparation or Presumption”: https://www.thereadylife.com/preparation-class/

    33 min

  2. SEP 25

    #71 - Bugging out in 2 minutes flat

    When disaster strikes, every second counts. In this episode, we share a system that enables you to get out the door with everything you need in literally 2 minutes. So if you find yourself needing to get out of dodge, here's how to do it fast. Reclaim your noble independence with The Ready Life Academy: https://www.thereadylife.com/academy/

    14 min

  3. SEP 19

    #70 - Car Survival Gear You Should Always Have

    In this episode, we break down the essential survival gear every car needs. Find out what you should always have on hand to stay safe when the unexpected strikes on the road. The Ready Life Academy: https://www.thereadylife.com/academy/ Amp-3 First aid kits: https://www.amp-3.net/

    18 min

  4. SEP 10

    #69 - The Best Chainsaw Sharpener You've Never Heard Of

    Fall is approaching. Squirrels are hoarding their winter fare. Canadian geese are heading south. And wood burners everywhere are stockpiling firewood. Try cutting that wood with a dull saw! For the past 6 years, we've been testing what we thought was the best sharpener for the money. How does it stack up? Learn how to get your family prepared for the coming hard times in The Ready Life Academy: https://www.thereadylife.com/academy/

    10 min

  5. SEP 5

    #68 - Best Water Filters for Emergency, Survival, or Everyday Use

    Let’s break down the best water filters for emergencies, survival, and everyday use so you can stay prepared no matter what. Get the details and links here: https://www.thereadylife.com/2024/09/best-water-filters-for-emergency-survival-or-everyday-use/

    29 min

  6. AUG 28

    #67 - Prepping for a financial meltdown - our unconventional strategies

    The next financial meltdown you face may not have anything to do with the stock market! Life can throw curveballs that hit even harder. In this episode, we reveal the unconventional strategies that could save your family and enable you to help others during hard times. If you "get" the concept of what we are talking about on this podcast but don't know where to start for actually "doing" it in real life, please check out the resource we created for you! The Ready Life Academy: https://www.thereadylife.com/academy/

    34 min

  7. AUG 22

    #66 - 8 tips to research country property online (remotely)

    Trying to find the perfect property, but it's far away? Here are 8 ways you can research a country home or property online, long before you travel to the property. If you need to relocate to a country property and need help, you need The Ready Life Academy: https://www.thereadylife.com/academy Links: -Google Maps: maps.google.com -Zillow: Zillow.com -Google Earth: earth.google.com -Find a well log in all 50 states: https://www.TheReadyLife.com/findlog -USDA Web Soil Survey: websoilsurvey.nrcs.usda.gov/app/WebSoilSurvey.aspx

    17 min

  8. AUG 8

    #64 - Plan B for your water well - Hand Pump

    43 million Americans rely on a private well for water. Almost none of them would be able to access a drop of water when losing utilities. This week's episode is about the best solution for getting water out of that hole in the ground when you don't have power. Here's to hand pumps! Resources: Find your well log: TheReadyLife.com/findlog Installer Locators: Bison Hand Pumps | Simple Pump You'll learn about: Static Water Level: Can a hand pump reach my water? Casing Diameter: Can a hand pump fit in my well Finding Your Well Log Obstructions: Identify potential issues like well caps, pitless adapters, and torque arresters. DIY vs. Professional Installation: Know when to do it yourself and when to call in the pros. Hand Pump Types: Differences between shallow and deep well hand pumps. Popular Brands: Insight into Bison, Simple Pump, Baker Monitor, and the Apocalypse Pump for emergency use.

    29 min
See All (72)

Trailer

Ratings & Reviews

5
out of 5
9 Ratings

About

Looking to get out of the rat race and live a simpler, more self-reliant lifestyle? For many years, Nick & Lisa Meissner have been helping folks get out of the city and into country living, where they can become less dependent on "the system" for their basic necessities. The Ready Life podcast walks you through the steps you need to take to pull this off. Choose a location and property, live with off-grid solar power, grow and raise your own food, set up a water system that isn't dependent on utilities, heat your home with a renewable source, and much more!

Information

  • Creator
    Nick and Lisa Meissner
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2024
  • Episodes
    72
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Nick and Lisa Meissner
  • Show Website
    The Ready Life

To listen to explicit episodes, sign in.

Stay up to date with this show

Sign in or sign up to follow shows, save episodes, and get the latest updates.
Select a country or region

Africa, Middle East, and India

Asia Pacific

Europe

Latin America and the Caribbean

The United States and Canada