Protective Equipment
18 episodes
#5366: Packing a Medic Belt: TQ First, Then Everything Else
Tourniquet at ten o'clock, radio at four. How medics build a belt kit that works in seconds — and what goes in a reduced version for non-medics.
#5062: High-Vis Beyond the Vest: A Safety Gear Countdown
Fluorescent formalwear, swim caps, and dog vests — exploring the regulated world of high-visibility gear and why it's hilarious in the wrong context.
#5061: Why Plastic Vapor Triggers Asthma More Than Sawdust
An asthmatic engraver discovers plastic vapors trigger his airways while metal and wood dust barely register. Here's why—and how to test your own t...
#4115: Overpressure Not Airtight: How Mamads Actually Work
A tech guy and an architect debate mamad vulnerabilities. Both are wrong in a fascinating way.
#4022: How 3 Seconds of Engraving Can Wreck Your Lungs
Why short bursts of Dremel engraving trigger asthma attacks and how to protect yourself with the right mask and workflow.
#3996: Scissors vs. Tool Belt: The Puncture & Cut Showdown
Why your tool belt might not stop scissors — and how to actually read those safety specs.
#3735: What Actually Works in a High-Rise Fire
Why staying put is safer than evacuating — and what to actually do while you wait for rescue.
#3696: N95 vs N99 vs SN98: Which Mask Actually Works?
N95, N99, and SN-98 masks compared — what the ratings really mean, how fit matters more than numbers, and when to switch to a respirator.
#3670: CBRN Masks vs. Chemical Treaties: The Reality
The difference between a CBRN mask and a chemical mask, and why the global ban on chemical weapons has enforcement gaps.
#3654: Safety Glasses Over Prescription Frames: 3 Paths
The gap between what most people use and should use for eye protection is enormous. Here are three real paths.
#3653: Israel's Expired Gas Mask Problem
Millions of expired gas masks sit in Israeli homes. Why won't the government replace them?
#3095: Can a $60 Dremel Engrave 4mm Lab Parts?
A $60 Dremel can engrave tiny numbers on metal — but only with the right bits, stencils, and ventilation.
#1457: The 90-Second Window: Sustained Survival in a War Zone
When the siren sounds, you have 90 seconds. Learn the tactical habits and "PAWS BED" protocols essential for life in a constant alert zone.
#1455: The 90-Second Sprint: Rethinking Home Defense
From the "90-second sprint" to the BRACED test, learn how to engineer your home and gear for 72 hours of total self-sufficiency.
#1418: Fortress Homes: Swiss Bunkers vs. Israeli Safe Rooms
From Swiss nuclear bunkers to Israeli safe rooms, explore the engineering and philosophy behind two of the world's most advanced defense systems.
#1057: When Tactical Cosplay Fails: The Physics of Fallout Filters
Is your "tactical" gas mask a lifesaver or just a chin strap? Discover the physics of fallout and why industrial gear beats the marketing.
#612: The Three-Second Rule for First Aid Kits
Stop using peroxide! Herman and Corn break down the 2025 first aid essentials every family needs and how to keep your kit from expiring.
#252: Why Your Mask Can't Stop a Fume
Learn how to choose the right respirator for woodworking, mold, and wildfire smoke in this deep dive into 3M filter systems and safety.