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Changing Earth Podcast Ep. 481: Storms, Radios, and Rising Empires


Posted: April 7, 2025


Welcome back, survivors! Episode #481 of the Changing Earth Podcast is live. It’s a raw, wild ride. Sara F. Hathaway and co-host Chin Gibson dodge storms while sharing survival tips. They aim to help you dream, survive, and thrive. Here’s the rundown.


Lost Vegas Years Nears Release


Sara’s been dodging tornadoes while wrapping up Lost Vegas Years, a gritty addition to the Changing Earth saga. “Fans have been on me for years,” she mentioned. After three weeks of writing and a first edit, it’s almost ready. Expect it before Prepper Camp after a bit more polishing. All Changing Earth books are available on Kindle Unlimited and gaining traction. “Don’t just review one—give ‘em all some love,” Sara urged KU readers. She is also breaking barriers on other podcasts with interviews focused on self-defense and real talk—watch for those links!


Chin’s Rugged Radios: Retevis Ailunce HA1UV vs. HD2


Chin geeked out over Retevis.com’s survival-ready Ailunce radios. He reviewed the HA1UV analog ($60) and HD2 digital ($150 on sale). Here’s the breakdown:


HA1UV Analog ($60)


Plusses:

  • Waterproof (IP67, can handle 3 ft for 30 min)

  • Tough build (tested to survive drops and still works)

  • USB-C charging

  • Loud and crisp speaker

  • NOAA weather alerts

  • Keypad programming

  • $10 off with code R10OFF


Minuses:

  • No Bluetooth

  • Lacks digital channels

  • No wireless sync

  • 5W power limits range


Chin says, “For $60, it’s a bug-out bag must—weather alerts saved my life in a storm.”


HD2 Digital ($150)


Plusses:

  • 10W power (double that of HA1UV)

  • Bluetooth earbuds with push-to-talk

  • Digital talk groups (requires an internet connection)

  • Can switch between analog and digital modes

  • 256-bit encryption option

  • USB-C charging

  • Rugged build

  • R10OFF applies


Minuses:

  • No weather alert (firmware fix expected)

  • Digital drops off sharply

  • Pricier than HA1UV

  • Needs internet for talk groups


Chin mentions, “I hit a repeater 48 miles away—Bluetooth is excellent for gray-man operations.”


Note: Chin is passing the savings on to you without any kickbacks.


Changing Earth News: March 1 - April 6 Highlights


The Earth’s gone feral. Sara’s giving us the top hits. “If this ain’t Changing Earth, what is?”


Droughts

  • Texas: Lake Travis is down to 35% capacity

  • Arizona: Snowpack at only 32%

  • North Africa: Crops are dying


Storms

  • March 4-6: A severe storm swept across the US. It brought 22” of snow, led to 284 acres of wildfires, and resulted in 6 deaths and 400,000 residents without power.

  • March 14-15: Tornadoes struck the Midwest and South, with over 56 tornadoes reported. The death toll reached 42, and 340,000 people experienced power outages.

  • April 2-5: A new wave of storms hit the US with over 53 tornadoes, resulting in 8 deaths. The storms brought tennis-ball-sized hail and severe floods.


Earthquakes

  • March 28: A Mw 7.7 quake struck Myanmar, leaving around 5,000 dead and entire villages destroyed.

  • Roughly 20,000 quakes with magnitudes of 2.0 and above were recorded in March.

  • 37 volcanoes erupted during this chaotic period.


Wildfires

  • March saw 11 significant wildfires across the US, burning over 128,000 acres, with South Carolina leading (15,000+ acres burned).


Wrap-Up


The Lost Vegas Years is on the way, and Retevis Ailunce radios (use R10OFF for savings) are essential survival tools. Earth is throwing haymakers, and it’s crucial to stay aware. For updates, hit changingearthseries.com where you can also contact us and send your reviews. Season 5 of the audio drama is coming soon—PBN gets first dibs. Remember to dream, survive, thrive, and always stay ready.

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