
True stories of ordinary people thrust into extraordinary survival situations. Stranded in the desert. Lost in the jungle. Marooned in the mountains. Shipwrecked on the high seas. You'll hear from individuals who had everything against them. But even then, they refused to give in… Hosted by John Hopkins. New episodes Thursdays. Get every episode a week early and ad-free with Noiser+. Click the ban... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 151 | Founded | 3 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | WildernessHistorySports | |||

A proud dad and his daughter set out on a hike to celebrate her graduation from high school. Montana’s Glacier National Park is sublime. But on a remote ledge, everything changes in an instant. After accidentally stumbling on a wild beast determined ... more
Jeff Brydon sets out on a hike across some of Chile’s most awe-inspiring scenery, within touching distance of several of the country’s magnificent volcanoes. But when he awakes to find the world smothered in a haze of ash, Jeff must scramble to evacu... more
A young Iowa farmer ends up in a bizarre and terrifying scenario. When Arick Baker climbs inside a giant storage container full of hundreds of tons of corn, it seems all in a day’s work. But a rapid-fire series of events will see him sink into the mo... more
A charity worker in the mountains of Myanmar is caught in a devastating flood. Joel Hofmann spends his days working with locals, trying to make life here easier if he can. But when a tropical typhoon unleashes destruction on their quiet town, he and ... more
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These incredible survival stories are superbly told and often inspirational. One of my favourite podcasts.
This was my absolute favourite episode. The writing just gets better and this story was breathtaking and inspiring and full of tension and love and joy.
Though I occasionally tune into this show simply to hear John pronounce “glass-e-er,” the Timor episode was fantastic - the best example of what this show can be when the subject is a truly compelling character who brings real emotional complexity and humor to a story. Strong rec for that episode.
Horrible. Very confusing and once you listen enough, it gets so repetitive and annoying. Now basically all the sorties are the same
I listen to this first whenever it arrives. Well written
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Apple Podcasts | #217 |
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This series presents gripping accounts of real survival situations faced by everyday individuals, drawing listeners into harrowing tales of resilience and courage against overwhelming odds. Each episode revolves around remarkable stories, from people lost in dense jungles to those stranded in the wilderness, highlighting their quests for survival and the vital moments that led to their eventual rescue. The storytelling is vividly presented, blending personal narratives with themes of human grit, the importance of preparation, and unexpected acts of kindness in dire circumstances. Unique elements in the presentation include immersive sound design and a captivating narration style, which help transport the listener into the heart of each stor... more
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Recent guests on Real Survival Stories include:
1. Johan Otter
2. Jenna Otter
3. Jeff Brydon
4. Aviv Bromberg
5. Arick Baker
6. Joel Hofmann
7. Silas Hofmann
8. Guy Taplin
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