
Hosted by Caitlin Van Mol, this podcast is about people who have been through something they almost didn’t come back from but lived to tell the tale.
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 66 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | True Crime | |||

Anjali Krongard just wanted an amicable divorce from her husband. He didn't want to let her go.
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There was much more to the conversation Cecil and I had about the shadow people he saw after the tornado that didn't fit into his episode. If you haven't already listened to his episode, go do that first and then come back here to hear Cecil talk abo... more
Cecil Cornish was putting in a shift at his new job at a yogurt shop when a massive, deadly tornado hit his hometown, Joplin, Missouri. Cecil, 17, took charge to make sure all the patrons would be safe but their safety left him exposed.
Cecil's Fac... more
Hey everyone! As a bonus episode, I’d like to introduce you to a podcast I’ve come to really enjoy - True Crime Unwind. This episode has some similarities to the Mackenzie Shirilla case from The Crash on Netflix and a case close to host Mercedes. So ... more
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Caitlin is a great and respectful interviewer. Recently found the show and am absolutely hooked! Binging every episode now
Caitlyn is a fabulous interviewer! Her voice and cadence are perfect. She’s also very kind and that comes through in how she treats these survivors of often horrific experiences. Thank you Caitlyn!
I love how Katelyn pivoted from I survived to this podcast I hope you get much more light it’s so great
“Lived to Tell” is such a hopeful podcast. Even through the worst of some people’s experiences, you learn that there is good in the other side. All of Caitlin’s storytelling and guests are worth the listen and support.
Re: Vivian. The Alaska generational native that left her camp with zero emergency supplies.
A Google search of this story revealed many discrepancies. Here’s a few:
Alaska Native News 12/15/2013:
A 911 call was placed and a trooper was informed that “Vivian had gone out to get help, and look for her husband.” So, who placed this call? How did they know what she was doing?
As well: Vivian was found approximately 1 mile away. And the temperatures dipped to-20 NOT-25.
NBC6 Miami FL update 12/13/... more
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Lived to Tell curates intimate first-person narratives from survivors who faced extreme trauma and found a path to healing. Conversations can be intense but are anchored in resilience, advocacy, and community support, often highlighting how survivors transform trauma into purpose through therapy, advocacy, and storytelling. A standout trait is the host's empathetic, steady approach which helps guests share difficult details while offering practical takeaways for listeners considering crisis, recovery, or advocacy work.
The show often centers on personal trauma—from violent crime to wild accident survival—paired with recovery, legal outcomes, and advocacy-driven outcomes. This mix makes it particularly resonant for listeners who value authe... more
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Lived to Tell launched 3 years ago and published 66 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Lived to Tell include:
1. Cecil Cornish
2. John Silverwood
3. Jean Silverwood
4. Ben Silverwood
5. Amelia Silverwood
6. Jack Silverwood
7. Camille Silverwood
8. Kayleigh White
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