
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 | 53 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | True Crime | |||

Jessica Buchanan was working in Somalia in 2011 when she and her colleague were kidnapped and ransomed. After 93 days of being held captive, they were rescued by SEAL Team 6. In this episode, we talk about her captivity, identity, motherhood, and pur... more
While working as a camera assistant on a large film production, Chris Duddy joined a crew tasked with filming aerial shots of Hawaiʻi’s Kīlauea Volcano. The assignment took a dramatic turn when their helicopter crashed, stranding the team inside the ... more
Heather Grossman's ex-husband told her that if she ever left him, he would kill her. He tried, but failed, to deliver on that promise, leaving Heather paralyzed from the neck down.
Heather's GoFundMe: www.gofundme.com/f/paralyzed-in-paradis... more
This episode is part two of Dan's story. If you haven't listened to part one, go back and listen to that episode first.
Dan was blinded by a bear and now has to figure out how to live a full life without his sight.
Buy Dan's Book: Beyond the Bear
D... more
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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
The host came from I survived and I just have a feeling maybe she left to start a podcast where people can actually tell their full story. Great listen where survivors get to tell their entire story including the aftermath. It’s so inspiring hearing what happened after and how these incredible people dealt with the trauma of it all. Thank you for venturing out and giving survivors a proper platform!
Stories are good but the vax ads have to go.
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Apple Podcasts | #240 |
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This show centerpieces real people who survived extreme experiences, from volcano rescues and bear attacks to domestic violence and wilderness ordeals. Episodes mix high-stakes narratives with reflections on resilience, recovery, and the aftermath, often weaving in how relationships, safety, and mental health shape the journey forward. The host fosters a compassionate, conversational tone that helps survivors tell intimate, life-changing stories while offering practical takeaways for listeners facing their own challenges. A notable strength is inviting guests from diverse domains—from film crews and athletes to everyday heroes—creating a broad, human-centered exploration of survival and renewal.
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1. I Survived
2. What Came Next
3. Something Was Wrong
4. Going West: True Crime
5. Crime Junkie
Lived to Tell launched 3 years ago and published 53 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. Jessica Buchanan
2. Chris Duddy
3. Christy Martin
4. Vivian Mayo
5. Sheri Ball-Garcia
6. Johan Otter
7. Melissa Benson
8. Julia Kwamya
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