Citizen Survival Plan

08/30/2026

Want to get your DM-32UV radio running fast? In this video, I walk you step-by-step through downloading my FREE DM-32UV codeplug / programming template and customizing your radio.

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Download free DMR codeplug templates for the Baofeng DM-32UV and BTECH DMR-6X2. Start with a working radio setup instead of a blank CPS file.

08/24/2026

Radio basics. What is a radio repeater and how is it used to increase your communication range?

Learn how a GMRS radio repeater can significantly extend your commu...

08/22/2026

Can GMRS radios really talk to FRS, Ham, and DMR frequencies? I put various models to the test to demonstrate how they handle shared channels.



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08/17/2026

If you've already built out your tactical setup: helmet, chest rig, plate carrier, etc... your communications setup shouldn't be an afterthought. In this video, we review the affordable Earmor M32 Plus tactical headset and push-to-talk setup and show how we're running it with an encrypted radio on a night vision helmet and chest rig.

If you've already built out your...

08/10/2026

New to GMRS radio and not sure where to start? This beginner’s guide breaks down the basics of GMRS radio, including GMRS vs FRS, simplex communication, repeaters, repeater offsets, CHIRP programming, CTCSS/DCS tones, and how to program a GMRS repeater into your radio.

New to GMRS radio an...

07/30/2026

Repost, but a goodie. In this tutorial, we'll show you how to program your GMRS radio in step-by-step detail. All the most important radio settings, and how to tailor them. We'll also cover the different frequencies and privacy tones that are available on a Baofeng and Btech GMRS radios and how to program them.

In this tutorial, we'll show you how to...

07/19/2026

I recently tested dual-tube night vision goggles for under $4,000. Most dual-tube night vision goggles start around $5,500 but the Parish Optics PVS-31 gives you a complete dual-tube, Gen 2+ white phosphor setup for an affordable price. But... is the quality worth it? Watch the full review and decide for yourself.

I recently tested dual-tube n...

07/07/2026

I recently tested a budget-friendly Gen 2+ night vision monocular with autogating priced around $1,900. See how the PVS-14S performs in real-world low-light conditions and the pros and cons for its affordable cost.

I recently tested the Parish Optics PVS-14S, a budget-friendly Gen ...

06/29/2026

Can the FCC really track your radio transmissions, find your location, and issue you a fine? There's a lot of misinformation online about how FCC enforcement actually works. Great video for radio beginners!

Disclaimer: This video is for educational purposes only. I'm not encouraging anyone to violate FCC regulations.

the FCC really track your radio trans...

05/28/2026

This digital night vision unit has been getting rave reviews, some comparing it to Gen 2+ or Gen 3 analog night vision performance. I really real-world tested it as a comparison. Have you tested it? What did you think of not just the low light performance, but the actual usability?

In this video, we got th...