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Pantry Preparedness with Leisa SuttonEpisode 13 - The Real Cost of Raising a Family in 2025 — And How Your Pantry Helps Close the GapSend us a textToday, I want to break the numbers down with you — calmly, clearly, and practically — so we can understand what families are really up against in 2025… and how your pantry plays a powerful role in keeping your household stable.Support the show📚My Books 📖Pantry Preparedness: The Best Insurance Money Can Buy! Paperback https://amzn.to/45HhtEh 📖The Frugal Prepared Pantry E-book: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4300336903/the-frugal-prepared-pantry 📖100 Days To Preparedness https://amzn.to/46rhDzO 📖Project Pantry Planner: https://amzn.to/46dZd4c ✳️The best...
2025-11-1611 minPantry Preparedness with Leisa SuttonEpisode 12 - Can You Live Like It's The Great Depression?Send us a textOur grandparents didn’t call it “prepping.” They just called it life. During the Great Depression and wartime years, self-reliance wasn’t a trend — it was survival. They wasted nothing, reused everything, and knew how to stretch a meal farther than most of us can imagine. Today, as we face inflation, global instability, and supply chain challenges, the lessons from their era are more relevant than ever. In this video, we’ll explore what history can teach us about resilience, resourcefulness, and the kind of preparedness that lasts — not just for weeks, but for generation...
2025-11-0929 minPantry Preparedness with Leisa SuttonEpisode 11 - When Food Assistance Fails: 5 Steps to Take Right Now & How to Build Food IndependenceSend us a text When food assistance falters, millions of families feel the impact immediately. The empty EBT balance, the uncertainty at the checkout — it’s more than a financial strain; it’s emotional. But while the system may fail, your pantry doesn’t have to. In this episode, Leisa from SuttonsDaze breaks down practical, empowering steps you can take today if your benefits didn’t arrive, and how to start building a pantry that protects you from future disruptions. This isn’t panic — it’s preparation. Because real independence starts one shelf, one can, and one meal at a time.
2025-10-2613 minPantry Preparedness with Leisa SuttonEpisode 10 - The Signs Are Everywhere… Don’t Wait to Stock Your Pantry Stock Up While You CanSend us a textYou remember that feeling, don’t you? The one that hit when you walked into the grocery store and saw shelf after shelf sitting empty. Not just the fancy things — the basics. Flour. Rice. Toilet paper.You stood there, blinking, holding your list, realizing that no matter how much money you had in your wallet, you couldn’t buy what wasn’t there. That feeling of helplessness sticks with you.Now, here we are again. A few years have passed, the headlines have changed, but that quiet uneasiness...
2025-10-1933 minPantry Preparedness with Leisa SuttonEpisode 9 - The Foundation Of A Frugal PantrySend us a textWhen you open your pantry, do you see stuff or security? In my newest podcast episode, we’re shifting from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset — because peace of mind begins one shelf at a time.Share in the comments: what’s one item that always makes your pantry feel abundant? You can download your quick reference guide to substitutions here: https://www.mediafire.com/file/5gt3eu63lwxbbwj/Pantry_Substitution_Quick_Reference.pdf/fileSupport the show📚My Books...
2025-10-1219 minPantry Preparedness with Leisa SuttonEpisode 8 - Pantry Preparedness For BeginnersSend us a textBuilding a pantry doesn’t have to be overwhelming. In this video, we start where you are — with the food you already eat — and build a simple, practical 2-week supply for every person in your household. You’ll learn what to stock, why it matters, and exactly how much you need to create peace of mind without breaking the bank. Once that foundation is set, expanding to a month, three months, or more becomes natural and stress-free.You can check out my video about expiration dates here: https://youtu.be...
2025-10-0520 minPantry Preparedness with Leisa SuttonEpisode 7 - Stretching Food: 12 Meal Prep Hacks That Save You MoneySend us a textAre you tossing money in the trash without realizing it? 🛒💸 The average family wastes 30–40% of their groceries every month—that’s like throwing away a whole bag of food every time you shop.In this week’s podcast, I’m sharing 12 practical meal prep hacks that help you stretch your food value, save money, and reduce waste. From cooking once and eating twice to freezer tricks that actually work, these tips will save you hundreds every year.Support the show📚My Books 📖Pantry Preparedness: The Best...
2025-09-2815 minPantry Preparedness with Leisa SuttonEpisode 6 - Organizing Pantry Zones for Maximum EfficiencySend us a textIs your pantry working for you — or against you? Learn how to organize pantry zones that save time, reduce waste, and make cooking stress-free. In this week’s podcast, I break down the 5 essential zones and practical tips you can try today. Support the show📚My Books 📖Pantry Preparedness: The Best Insurance Money Can Buy! Paperback https://amzn.to/45HhtEh 📖The Frugal Prepared Pantry E-book: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4300336903/the-frugal-prepared-pantry 📖100 Days To Preparedness https://amzn.to/46rhDzO 📖Project Pantry Planner: https://amzn.to/46dZ...
2025-09-2117 minPantry Preparedness with Leisa SuttonEpisode 5 - Budget-Friendly Bulk-Buying StrategiesSend us a text Save money and stock smarter with bulk pantry staples. In this episode, learn how to calculate what your family really uses, the best storage methods, and the mistakes to avoid so you can stretch every dollar and build real food security. Support the show📚My Books 📖Pantry Preparedness: The Best Insurance Money Can Buy! Paperback https://amzn.to/45HhtEh 📖The Frugal Prepared Pantry E-book: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4300336903/the-frugal-prepared-pantry 📖100 Days To Preparedness https://amzn.to/46rhDzO 📖Project Pantry Planner: https://amzn.to/46dZd4c
2025-09-1415 minPantry Preparedness with Leisa SuttonEpisode 4 - Building a Pantry for Winter Power Outages: Stay Fed & WarmSend us a text Winter storms can knock out power when you least expect it — leaving you without heat, light, or even a way to cook a simple meal. In this episode of Pantry Preparedness with Leisa Sutton, we’re diving into how to build a pantry designed specifically for winter power outages. You’ll learn which shelf-stable foods keep your family warm and nourished, what common mistakes to avoid, and how to create quick, no-power meals that actually taste good. By the end, you’ll have a blackout-ready pantry plan that saves money, reduces stress, and gives you...
2025-09-0720 minPantry Preparedness with Leisa SuttonEpisode 3 - 17 Things to Stock Before Autumn StormsSend us a textToday, we’re diving into 17 pantry staples that will keep you warm, fed, and worry-free through autumn storms. And along the way, I’ll share some common mistakes people make, the problems I’ve seen first-hand, and the budget-friendly solutions that will help you prepare smarter, not harder.📕 Pantry Preparedness: The Best Insurance Money Can Buy👉 Get your copy today on Amazon https://amzn.to/3UA4rTXBe sure to check out our Youtube Channel, SuttonsDaze for more Pantry Preparedness.Support the show📚My Books
2025-08-3130 minPantry Preparedness with Leisa SuttonEpisode 2 - Back-to-School Lunches from Your PantrySend us a text Back-to-school mornings don’t have to be stressful. With the right pantry staples, you can pack healthy, affordable, and kid-approved school lunches in minutes. In this episode, we’ll cover the best pantry proteins, snacks, and drinks to keep on hand, plus time-saving prep hacks, rotation tips, and easy lunchbox recipes your kids will actually eat. Whether you’re looking for frugal lunch ideas, no-cook meal prep, or quick grab-and-go options, this guide will show you how to stock your pantry for stress-free back-to-school lunch packing. 📕 Pantry Preparedness: The Best In...
2025-08-2417 min
Pantry Preparedness with Leisa SuttonEpisode 1 - Summer Heat-Proofing Your Pantry: Storing Without SpoilageSend us a textSummer heat can quietly spoil your pantry—canned goods, grains, and oils lose shelf life fast in hot conditions. In this episode, learn how heat affects stored food, mistakes to avoid, and simple fixes to protect your investment. Keep your pantry safe, frugal, and heat-proof all season long.Support the show📚My Books 📖Pantry Preparedness: The Best Insurance Money Can Buy! Paperback https://amzn.to/45HhtEh 📖The Frugal Prepared Pantry E-book: https://www.etsy.com/listing/4300336903/the-frugal-prepared-pantry 📖100 Days To Preparedness https://amzn.to/46rhDzO ...
2025-08-1727 min
The Social Nardcast HourBeing a better YOU during the Pandemic PART TWO with guest Leisa SuttonFirst episode of the New Year. It has been over a year since the last episode. I'm determined to keep the podcast consistent this year. To bring back the podcast, AGAIN, I invited my girlfriend, Leisa Sutton, on the show to give the listeners an update on what has been going on with life. We discussed working from home, Covid-19 variants, physical/mental health and are goals for 2022. If you like what you hear, follow and subscribe to spotify and iTunes to stay up-to-date on the show.
2022-01-1842 minThe Social Nardcast HourLeisa Sutton on Being a better YOU during the PandemicTo bring back the podcast, I invited my girlfriend, Leisa Sutton, on the show to chat about physical health, mental health, discovering hobbies during the pandemic. We also talked about working from home and our thoughts on all the lifestyle adjustments made due to all the restrictions of the pandemic. If you like what you hear, follow and subscribe to spotify and iTunes to stay up-to-date on the show.
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