The Prepper Broadcasting Network - 1-12 The Choice (Remastered)

Episode Date: April 24, 2025

Season 1 Finale: In a dystopian California, Erika and her family battle to survive as a ruthless gang leader closes in. Swenson expands his territory with an iron fist, while Virgis wrestles with a decision that could sever ties with the mercenaries—forever. Based on The Changing Earth Series Novels, available at Amazon.com. Get your signed copies at ChangingEarthSeries.com.Get your  Changing Earth Gear at ChangingEarthSeries.com Become a subscriber and help the Changing Earth world go around!Don’t forget to leave a review or like and Subscribe to the Rumble Channel.

She started her day at home in the mountains just like any other. There was nothing unusual about making the familiar drive down to Sacramento to go to work. Then, in a flash, Mother Nature decided it was time to create a new landscape. Follow the journey of a dynamic young woman, mother and wife, Erika, as she is thrust into a world turned upside down by a series of natural disasters. Embark on a gripping journey with Erica in Sarah F Hathaway's Day After Disaster. The fires are burning everything. Where did they go?

It's gotta be along here. Two guards down with arrows in them. Looks like Vince Vincent Gregor here stop right there whoever you are nice kick you're. But now you lost your gun. So did you, Steve. You know my name. I've had my eyes on you. Smart, too.

You wanna play? You're gonna pay for that, little girl. How the... hellhell......did you... Boss, the front gate is still holding up. We have those two trapped in the supply room. They haven't been captured yet. No, but... But what? I want them dead! Look here, our little pet is starting to wake up. Just let me do it now, boss!

No, stupid. I've been waiting for too long to kill her quickly. I'm gonna have some fun with this whore before she dies. Hey, little girl. You awake? That's right. Open those swollen eyes. You can do it. There you go. Comfy? Hey! I'm talking to you!

Happy to see me? Where am I? You're in my world now, little girl. You don't know how much I've longed for you to be sitting right there in that chair. You put on quite a show down there at the river. It was supposed to be an easy in and out, but no. You organized their resistance. That was a nice touch, the exploding bridge. My brother died on that bridge. The horse was a great touch.

Very nostalgic, but very traceable. I followed your tracks back to that junk of a barn, and I took vengeance on those people. I should have killed them, but I knew you would come to rescue them. Somehow I knew. If I set it up just right, you would come to rescue them. And here you are, how lucky for me. Fuck you and your dead brother. Just let me kill him now!

Knock it off, stupid. I told you I was savoring this. Get over to the supply room and kill those bastards now! All before that mouth of yours got you into trouble. Oh yeah, I was telling you all about how you led me straight to that beautiful cache of supplies. So, my little pet, what's your name? Screw you! That can be arranged.

We'll look at you. Those scars run all over your body. What the hell happened to you? I made it out of Sacramento. You did what? Nobody made it out of there. We looked for survivors. All we found were bodies. Lucky for me. You know you really should control that mouth of yours. I don't care if you made it through the gates of hell itself. There's plenty that can be done with you. Nothing's really damaged here.

You are a spirited one. I have to give you that. You're making this fun. Where are you looking with that puffy face? You think those fighters out there are going to save you? We're going to kill them all sweetheart. No one is coming to save you. So you escaped the sludge somehow, but obviously not escape. Yes, and those people you took vengeance on, those wonderful people, they saved me.

They found me and rescued me. They helped me so I could get back to my family. Back to your family? And were they alive? No. They were dead. Even my baby boy. You know what I think? I think you're lying. I think you found him. And your husband is here, isn't he? And I think I know where he is. He's one of the men in the supply room, isn't he? I don't know what you're talking about. Why did you come out here alone? You came looking for him. Of course I would be worried about my friends, you freaking idiot! Watch your mouth, bitch!

Help! Don't be worried about my friends, you freaking idiot! Watch your mouth, bitch! Come! You know what? You keep your fine ass right there, I'll be right back. You're a monster! You ain't seen nothing yet. Good evening Mr. Lee, have you eaten? Theresa, go to your room. DJ, sit down.

Yes sir Mr. Lee. What's the problem Mr. Lee? What's up? Go to your room. DJ, sit down. Yes, sir, Mr. Lee. What's the problem, Mr. Lee? What's the problem? You go and pull a stunt like that and don't come and see me first? I was hungry. If Sergei would have kept his big mouth shut. Serge came home to me first, like he's supposed to. I told you, I was hungry.

You were hungry? I'm sorry, I was hungry. You were hungry? I'm sorry, Mr. Lee. You're damn right you are. What did you think you were doing walking out in front of all those people with only two guards watching over you? No one is going to take me, Mr. Lee. Your damned arrogance will be the death of you. Put your hand on the table. Don't look at me like that. Who made the choice?

I did sir. Then put your hand on the table. Let the pain be a reminder son. You come to me first. And when you go back, you take your whole army with you. Yes sir, Mr. Li. Beware of people, Jace. Please keep your personal belongings and keep your guard up. After you for touching the news. That place is a dump.

I'm surprised they have running water. Is that what would have happened to me if I was injured Burgess? No, because I would take care of you myself. That's right. You're an illustrious landowner. What are you doing fighting with the refugees, Major? Nothing has changed Monroe. The General himself would be classed as a refugee. Would he? Or would his rank spare him? This is all bull. Don't worry, General McClintock will set it all straight.

Sir, I found his transport to the base. Sergeant, is that a new uniform? Looks nice. Real slick, Chappy. I wouldn't touch you with a ten foot pole, Sergeant. I don't go for rednecks. Oh, burn. Tell it like it is, Sister. and get your butts on the bus. Our house, our dream

We were dancing on wild, reckless hitsin' We knew we'd never fail like this before Hi, this is Sarah F. Hathaway, the creator of the Changing Earth series and the voice of Erica Moore. Visit changing earth series.com to explore the novels behind the drama and the survival knowledge behind the stories. Join the Changing Earth membership program and get one week early access to the show. We appreciate you helping the Changing Earth world go round. Visit us at www.changingearthseries.com. That's www.changingearthseries.com.

I'm not giving up. I'm not giving up. I gotta get out of here. My hands are tied to the chair. Maybe if I could just jump. I could jump. Maybe I could land on the back legs and break the legs. Oh That was not good Can't give up can't give up. Okay. I gotta get up On my knees Here we go. One more time. Yes! Okay, I gotta get out of here.

Okay, find a weapon. Find a weapon. A desk. With pens. The pen is mightier than the sword. Probably not in this case. Disgusting. Silk sheets on his nasty bed. sheets on his nasty bed. I sawed off shotgun. This will do. This will not do. No ammo. There's gotta be one right over here somewhere. There's gotta be one somewhere. One shell. It's better than nothing. I'll hide behind the door and God willing, I might get the shot. Okay. Here they come! So you stupid whore! Which one of these bastards is your husband? What the hell? Doug!

What did you do? Erica, are you alright? I am. What happened? It was Henry, untiming. Didn't you see him? I'm out of ammo. I my eyes I thought I was a goner for sure Henry shot him go check on him I'll get great you saved me again what were you thinking old? Don't you cry for me. I wasn't gonna let you youngsters have all the glory.

You just go on living. You youngsters are the only hope. Oh. Thank you. Erica, look, it's over. We won! I'm gonna challenge me to be the best I can be And to give back to those who need it There won't always be blue skies ahead Sometimes when I need it, it's gonna happen Just like I, sharp in zine, making it stronger, calling me higher

When we come together Just like I, sharp in zine, making it stronger, calling us higher When we're helping each other, we're growing together Why didn't you ask Sergei to come? Someone needed to stay and guard Mr. Lee. No one will be there. Yuri, drop it. Sir, the people are assembled. Minimal resistance, sir.

We have them rounded up. Doesn't get easier than that. You put the fear of the devil in them, DJ. That's what I do. They're easier to control that way. Let's go see them. Citizens of Henderson, welcome to the Black Shirt community. You made the right choice. As promised, I bring you food

and medical supplies. Send the leaders of your communities forward. All able-bodied fighters line up over there. You'll be coming back with us. I brought plenty of guards to watch over your borders. We have a meeting ready for you. Bring them in. Sir, this is Zeb Reed from Raymore,

Stuart Claussen from Pecolian, Russ Cotton from Lone Jack, and Dick Leonard and Allison Ross run affairs around here in Henderson. Welcome. Please sit down. Thank you for inviting us. Well, aren't you beautiful?

You can sit here next to me. Thank you again. Let me explain how this works. All able-bodied fight will provide refugees for farm labor. Everyone produces. Here's your quotas. Sir, how do you expect us to accomplish this? I'll provide all the materials as long as you work for it. You'll make it.

It's good to have goals in life. If you miss your quota, your community goes on half rations. But sir, with these ration numbers we'd starve to half. Then don't miss your quotas. Now go. The Blackshirts will deliver the food and supplies to your communities. Alyssa, stay here. Okay, Mr. Spencer. My name is T.J. I'm a man of my own. Hello, this is L. Douglas Hogan, voice of TJ Swinson. You can follow me at Amazon or go to facebook.com slash honor your oath. I look forward to seeing you there.

It feels good to be back, don't it? At least it's quiet. You guys stay here. I'm going to talk with General McClintock. Tonight? No better time than the present. Tread softly, my brother. If I'm honest, I feel stuck here in the middle. When did you get home? I just got in, buddy. Is your dad around?

Dad! What the hell are you doing back here, Virgis? Barnes didn't call you? No. What's going on? A group of refugees hit the medical supplies. Major General Barnes was pissed. I didn't call in backup, but Alpha Squad was under heavy attack. We let two of the trucks go so we could assist. That's not procedure. You should have called in back up and continued the pursuit. I know, but I didn't. Barnes is going to kill the people we captured. Alright.

Settle down. Here, have a beer and relax. There was a Staff Sergeant on Alpha Squad. He was paralyzed in the battle. Barnes shipped him off to the Medical Refugee Facility. and why the hell do we have two types in this country? Thank you for being honest. Now I'm going to be honest with you. Barnes did call me.

I just wanted to hear it from you. And Cook came to me. She told me she saw you with one of the refugees that hit the medical supplies. I think she's mistaken. I don't think she is. It's not like you to break protocol. I think you let those trucks go on purpose. You have to decide what side you are on. Right now, we have to survive at all costs. So you either get with the program or get out. Killing people and treating them like second class citizens? Am I second class?

I'd be right there with those refugees. And I would do it for the good of our country. That's what we need right now. Strong people, ready to sacrifice, to stabilize this country. I'm not sure I can live like this. Then go, Virgis. Go back home to Arizona. You're still a landowner. I'm gone, sir.

I'll see you again, buddy. You be good for your dad. No, don't go. I don't want to stay with him. I want to go with you. Johnny, let the man go. Get back to your room. Take care of that boy, Duane. Good luck sorting this out. Safe journeys to you, my friend. Can you tell me what I need? Can you tell me what you see in me? Can you tell me what I need?

Can you tell me what you see in me? I just feel stuck here in the middle You may want to clean up before you get dressed. Who are you? We won, didn't we? Dog is dead, right? Yes, yes, don't worry. We won, and dog is dead. My name is Stan. I'm a doctor. Oh.

Still feeling dizzy? Don't worry, it will subside. But your ribs are going to hurt for a while. Look, there's a shower over there. A shower? Really? Yes, a real shower. But it's going to get well used. Go get cleaned up, and we'll put fresh bandages on those ribs. More scars to add to the list. I'd ask,

but I'll wait until you're ready to share. Thanks. Here, take this. Is there enough? I can handle the pain. I see that. You look like a very tough girl. It will reduce the inflammation. And we have plenty. Take it.

Mmm, that food smells good. I want you to take it easy on the food and water for a while. Sport. Your ribs are most likely broken. You'll want to keep your stomachs smart, and I wouldn't recommend fighting or physical activity for a while. Good luck with that. Here's clothes and boots.

Go get cleaned up. Thanks. I thought I was gonna loving you as long as my heart's beating I thought I was gonna lose you again You should know by now you're not getting rid of me that easy, silly I love you I love you too You're done? Damn, I missed all the good stuff Oh yeah, little miss bruised body. Really sexy.

Hey, you better knock that shit off. You're still my beautiful woman. Ow, ow, ow! Oh, I'm sorry. Look at this. Damn! That looks awful. Greg took the worst of our beatings. He's over pouting because his knees the size of a grapefruit and his shoulders messed up. We'll have to carry him to Lotus Camp. When are we leaving? We got to do a lot of organizing. Lots of folks want to come

with us. That means we'll need more supplies to give to the other camp to let us in. But we have horses and we can make plenty of carts. What about the bodies here? They're either burning or burying them all and that's going to take some time. We have to get the word to Lotus that we're okay but running late. Rob already sent a team to let them know. Nothing to worry about baby. Except a long hike back to the kids. I would do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, do without you, seven podcasts a week, live shows, chat rooms, daily updates, all on prepping, survival and patriotism. Visit prepperbroadcasting.com for your dose of self-reliance and independence.

Why don't you take me on a tour of my new towns? I can do that. Yuri, get a vehicle. We're going on a drive. Yes, TJ. Do all your men call you TJ? Yes. Does it stand for something? Nope. Just TJ. Do all your men call you TJ? Yes. Does it stand for something?

Nope. Just TJ. TJ, we are ready to go. We got a lot of work to do in these towns Doyle didn't care. He let it all go. We had plans to rebuild but all he wanted to do was pillage Can't live off of the past. We need to carve a new future I agree Who will be a problem? Your men will weed them out. I have seen them work

I want you to come back to my compound with me. I'm flattered by your attention but... Be careful about the choice you make. I don't give second chances. You come back and work for me. No man will touch you. Don't think, answer! Sounds like a wonderful opportunity TJ So that's it then you're leaving I can't do this guys I still have a home to return to are you sure no I'm not but I can't support this and what are we supposed to do what are we supposed to do, Burgess? I don't know. We stuck together through thick and through thin. You better have a better answer than that.

It wasn't my plan to leave you behind. Sure the hell feels like it was. Then come with me. We can't. We don't have homes to go back to. Come to my home. Landowners can do that, right? I've never been anything but a free man.

I'm not letting that freedom rest on any man's benevolence. At least if we stay here, it's because we choose to. You already are, and as soon as you can't fight anymore, you'll end up in a camp. You can choose to come with me. It's still your decision. You said so yourself you guys can't go along with this. Get your gear let's go. Monroe what do you think? I don't think I'm gonna follow any orders other than the ones that come from Verges anyway. I think you're right. Screw place. Alright then, let's move. Oh, I ain't afraid of the dark I don't mind the rain Bringing life back We can breathe again

When dealing with the pain No, I don't mind the rain And ooh, that's the way it goes Life will teach you what you need to know And ooh, like a river flows Life will take you where you need to go. Thank you for listening to the Changing Earth audio drama. Based off the novel series, The Changing Earth by author Sarah F. Hathaway. Available at Amazon or get your signed copies at www.changingearthseries.com. This content is copywritten in 2021 by author Sarah F Hathaway. For a list of performers, music

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