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Real Survival Stories

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Mount Everest
North Sea
Commercial Diving
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Sierra Nevada
California
Zambezi River
Beachy Creek Fire
Jonathan Bamber
Oil Rig Maintenance
Biby Topaz
Makoau Forest
Grizzly Bear
Snowboarding
Crystal Meth
Hypothermia
Oregon
1952 Expedition

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

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A French former acrobat moves to the southeast Asian paradise of East Timor. One sunny day, Morgan Segui decides to trek to the top of a nearby sacred mountain. After reaching the summit, however, his thrill-seeking backfires. Caught in the baking la... more

A TV news reporter gets trapped right in the middle of his own incendiary story. Rob Roth is following up on a small wildfire in the forested hills surrounding Oakland, California - a blaze which firefighters got under control the day before. With hi... more

A science professor leads a research trip to a remote corner of the Himalayas. But one morning, John All experiences first-hand the dangers of working at the top of the world. A hidden danger in the snow thrusts him into a desperate scenario. Falling... more

Neil Parker sets out on a casual hike just outside of Brisbane. It’s a beautiful day, and he’s enjoying working his way through the forested slopes, past the wild orchids and hibiscus flowers, the cockatoos and the koalas. But when he tries to naviga... more

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Recent Guests

John All
Professor, mountaineer and environmental scientist
Western Kentucky University
Episode: Falling Into a Mountain: Pulverising Impact
George Burk
US Air Force Captain and Vietnam War veteran who survived a plane crash.
US Air Force
Episode: Spider Crack in Plane Window: Rapid Decompression
Sandra Younger
50-year-old journalist who faced a life-threatening wildfire with her husband.
Episode: Escape Through the Blaze: Follow the Bobcat
Rafael Dinelli
Skipper of the Algimus and fellow Vendée Globe racer
Episode: Mayday on Christmas: Epic Ocean Rescue (Repeat)
Gillian Lashbrooke
Survivor of the Zeebrugge ferry disaster
Episode: Critical Error: Zeebrugge Ferry Disaster
Ryan Montoya
A 23-year-old avid climber sharing his survival story after falling from Pyramid Peak.
Episode: One Misstep: The 1500ft Fall
David Cicotello
57-year-old college professor and climber stranded in No Man's Canyon
Episode: No Mans Canyon: Brothers in Trouble
Viral Dalal
A master's student who survived a catastrophic earthquake in India.
Episode: Earthquake in India: Buried Alive
Gert van Koolen
A fellow adventurer whom Warren met while camping on Hinchinbrook Island, he becomes Warren's companion during the ill-fated climb.
Episode: Trapped in the Tropics: Stranger to Saviour

Host

John Hopkins
Host of Real Survival Stories, bringing thrilling narratives of survival from real-life experiences.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 6.7k ratings
  • Don’t listen

    Horrible. Very confusing and once you listen enough, it gets so repetitive and annoying. Now basically all the sorties are the same

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    SWINDON TOWN ON TOP
    Canada13 days ago
  • Top of my list !

    I listen to this first whenever it arrives. Well written

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FerrShar
    Canada13 days ago
  • Wow

    You go to a filthy middle eastern country, what do you expect? Wait a few years and you won’t have to leave home to experience it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WA”s No1 driver!
    Australia18 days ago
  • HIS VOICE, MAN UNINTERRUPTED

    I listen to podcasts based on my great interest of survival stories, true crime, missing in national parks under very strange circumstances, weird encounters in national parks etc. (you get it) so important of other reviews/ratings, and the number one reason…the podcaster and how he or she can vocalize the story and the background music and sounds integrated within the story told. If the tone of the podcasters voice has a certain effect on me (ability to relax and enjoy, not be annoyed) and cap... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Redlegwife1143
    United Statesa month ago
  • Heavily edited?

    I absolutely love this podcast. Incredibly heartbreaking, suspenseful, gallantly heroic, inspiring and educational. However I can tell some of the survivors’ testimonies about the faith that got them through the darkest parts of their respective journeys are heavily edited, especially on the recent episode entitled “Spider Crack in Plane Window.” These strong, brave survivors should be honored by letting them have their full say about who really rescued them. Shame on the editors who silence the... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    BlovedFollowR
    United Statesa month ago

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Many highlight the emotional depth and educational value of survival stories, which inspire and teach resilience.
Criticism includes occasional grammatical issues and an increasing number of advertisements, which some find distracting.
Listeners praise the engaging storytelling and high production quality of the episodes.
The narration by John Hopkins is described as soothing and captivating, enhancing the immersive experience.

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One Earthquake, Then Another: Chaos on Mount Logan
Q: What lessons did you take away from this mountain experience?
I know mountains are very good teachers. I love to expose myself to certain risks because I know I can handle it.
Clinging to a Mast: Boat Going Down
Q: What thoughts went through your mind regarding fatherhood while you were stranded?
I looked forward to being with my child and was curious about their name and appearance instead of panicking about my situation.
Clinging to a Mast: Boat Going Down
Q: How did you cope with the physical pain after the accident?
I used meditation techniques and mindfulness learned from the Naval Academy to manage my mental state.
Clinging to a Mast: Boat Going Down
Q: What was your experience during the storm?
It was chaos as the winds reached 70 miles an hour and I was at the intersection of the most remote ocean stretch.
Dangling off a Granite Cliff: Teenager Runs for Help
Q: How did Charlie manage to lower his father down the cliff?
Charlie set up anchors and belayed his father down slowly, taking care to communicate and manage the descent carefully.

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The content revolves around compelling true stories of ordinary individuals who find themselves in extraordinary survival situations, spanning various scenarios including being stranded in deserts, lost in jungles, marooned in mountainous regions, and shipwrecked at sea. Each episode features detailed accounts from survivors who share their harrowing experiences, emphasizing the resilience of the human spirit in the face of overwhelming odds. Noteworthy is the podcast's focus on personal narratives that offer not just adrenaline-pumping tales, but also profound insights into the psychological mechanisms of survival and the lessons learned through these life-or-death encounters. The storytelling approach, led by an engaging host, likely capt... more

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1. John All
2. George Burk
3. Sandra Younger
4. Rafael Dinelli
5. Gillian Lashbrooke
6. Ryan Montoya
7. David Cicotello
8. Viral Dalal

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