Ep 11. I Suggest We Run

In Doomsday Preppers season 1 episode 11 titled "I Suggest We Run," viewers are introduced to a man named Tyler who lives in Montana with his wife and three children. Tyler believes that the collapse of the US economy is imminent and is preparing accordingly.

Tyler's main concern is that the government will be unable to provide for its citizens in the event of a financial collapse, leading to widespread rioting and looting. To prepare for this scenario, he has stockpiled vast amounts of supplies, including food, water, ammunition, and medical supplies. He has also built a fortified bunker on his property where he and his family can retreat if necessary.

In addition to his bunker, Tyler has also built a number of hidden caches on his property where he has stored additional supplies. He believes that these caches will be critical in the event that his main bunker is compromised.

Tyler's paranoia about the collapse of the US economy has caused him to become increasingly isolated from his community. He has cut off contact with his neighbors and refuses to reveal the location of his bunker to anyone, even his family members. Instead, he has devised a series of secret codes that only he and his wife know which they will use to communicate with each other in the event of an emergency.

Despite his isolation, Tyler insists that he is not a "survivalist" or a "prepper" but simply a concerned citizen who wants to protect his family. However, his obsession with preparing for the worst has caused him to neglect other aspects of his life, including his job and his relationship with his wife.

Throughout the episode, viewers are shown a number of scenarios that could lead to a financial collapse, including a terrorist attack on the US economy and a massive natural disaster. Tyler remains convinced that these scenarios could become reality at any moment and is constantly on alert for signs of trouble.

While Tyler's dedication to protecting his family is admirable, his extreme paranoia and isolation from his community could actually be more harmful in the long run. In the event of a disaster, it is often important to work together with others to pool resources and expertise. By cutting himself off from his neighbors, Tyler risks not only his own safety but that of his family as well.

Overall, "I Suggest We Run" is a compelling look at the extreme measures that some individuals will take to prepare for the worst. While Tyler's approach may seem extreme, his dedication to protecting his family is admirable and serves as a reminder that it is important to be prepared for the unexpected.