I agree about the jacuzzi. Those who think when the SHTF that jacuzzis will be any part of that are delusional. The energy waste alone proves that. Thinking there is going to be that kind of luxury time on any sort of a regular basis is folly. The footprint of energy usage and water disposal (assuming jacuzzis have to be dumped and refilled?) is an unnecessary signal to the hordes.
As far as TV, I’m not sure. I have a B600 Zenith TransOceanic radio to use. If there is an EMP over the US that wipes out the grid, no one will be broadcasting, but I’ll be able to receive signals from half the world away and from any amateurs (on another set) that may have hardened their equipment in the US.
Not sure how far digital TV signals will travel, but I guess there may be some broadcasting reception? I don’t know. TV is not a part of my life now and is not a part of my bug-out plan.
All of my two-way gear is stored in grounded metal cases.
There is the hard core reality of when the SHTF that you clearly understand.
Energy waste is a side show.
Communication will be paramount.
Security will be the first order of business.
Trust, a close second.
Self sufficiency doesn’t reverse the conditions that will have put us in this situation.
But it will be a requirement.
The capture of the airwaves, or pirate broadcasts will provide hope.
Standing your ground in the middle of nowhere is not where the battles will occur.
Shooting looters may seem satisfactory, but shooting government troops is a whole different story.
BTW, that EMP, how long does that last ?